the indisputable existence of santa claus hannah fry dr thomas oleron evans

____________How do you apply game theory to select who should be on your Christmas shopping list ? Can you predict Her Majesty''s Christmas Message? Will calculations show Santa is getting steadily thinner - shimmying up and down chimneys for a whole night - or fatter - as he tucks into a mince pie and a glass of sherry in billions of houses across the world?Full of diagrams, sketches and graphs, beautiful equations, Markov chains and matrices, The Indisputable Existence of Santa Claus brightens up the bleak midwinter with stockingfuls of mathematical marvels. And proves once and for all that maths isn''t just for old men with white hair and beards who associate with elves.Maths has never been merrier.NOW WITH A BRAND NEW CHAPTER

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'Moore is wickedly charming - the naughty uncle you want to be sat beside at the dinner table' - Daily TelegraphToo often history focuses on the tales of kings, or those (often men) who were given the credit for shaping our stories. Yet, what fascinates most are the figures who have passed through the cracks of history, people like:- The fourteen-year-old boy who lived undetected in the chimneys of Buckingham Palace- Archie Lee, the re-inventor of Santa Claus- The women at Playtex who helped put the first man on the moon- Unknown war hero Tommy Brown, whose extraordinary bravery helped the code breakers of BletchleyBut it's not just forgotten heroes that you'll meet, this compendium also reveals the curious back stories behind everyday objects - the humble fork, the china cup, the real history of tea, and Queen Victoria's underwear - to name but a few.The Stuff of History is a thoughtful, entertaining and carefully curated miscellany of fascinating forgotten histories from Antiques Roadshow stalwart, and popular historian with a huge Instagram following, Steven Moore.

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From the creator of the The Wonderful Wizard of Oz comes a hilarious and entertaining tale taking us back to the fantastical origins of so many of our Christmas traditions, as well as the humble origins of Santa Claus himselfNot many people know that, as a baby, Santa Claus was found by a woodsman in the Forest of Burzee, and placed into the care of the lioness, Shiegra, and the wood nymph, Necile. Although he is mortal, he is reared and educated by the many immortals of the forest: the gnomes, the sleep fays, the wind demons, and the sound imps. But when Santa grows up, they encourage him to leave the forest so that he can see for himself the sad things that come with being a mortal, such as war and poverty. Once Santa has come to understand these issues, he makes it his mission to cheer up mortals and do good deeds for them. This tale unfolds the surprising reasons why Santa Claus invented toys, why he must deliver them at night, and how he came to use reindeer to take him all over the world. Adults and children alike will be captivated by this magical, feel-good ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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humorná kachnička Santa Claus 9 cm
Tubbz Bill The Last of Us první edice
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odznaky The Legend of Zelda 38 mm
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hrnek Dark Side of the Moon pro děti od 6 let
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The Library of Fragrance Dark Roses 30 ml
fritéza Dual Fry 5,2 l a 3,1 l
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Tubbz kachnička Santa Claus je sběratelská figurka z vinylu s humorným designem. Oficiálně licencovaná a detailně zpracovaná, vhodná pro děti od 6 let. Figurka není určena pro použití ve vodě.

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Sid's niece and nephew visit the department store Santa, complete with their VERY long Christmas lists. Too long, perhaps. Can they learn to be less demanding before the real Santa Claus arrives? Find out in this festive addition to the Dinosaur Tales series.

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IS THE REAL MINISKIRT SANTA IN A SEA OF FAKES? Sakuta thought he’d already accomplished step one: Find Touko Kirishima. The next step was convincing her to help protect Mai, but that proved easier said than done. In the process, however, he makes a confusing discovery: There are multiple Touko Kirishimas! The Touko he knows may not actually be the person he’s looking for! With clues from his friends’ prophetic dreams, he gets closer to figuring out exactly what danger awaits Mai, but he’ll have to sort through the fake Kirishimas and determine who’s the real deal before it’s too late…

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A father tries to protect his daughter from the legacy of his criminal past Bursting with imagination, THE TWELVE LIVES OF SAMUEL HAWLEY by Hannah Tinti has been described as 'One part Quentin Tarantino, one part Scheherazade' (Ann Patchett) and will appeal to fans of the Coen Brothers' True Grit or Emma Cline's The Girls. Hero. Villain. Father... After years spent living on the run, Samuel Hawley and his daughter Loo finally settle in Olympus, Massachusetts. Hawley takes up fishing, while Loo struggles with friendship and first love, and tries to piece together the puzzle surrounding her mother's death. Haunting them both are the twelve scars Hawley carries on his body, from twelve bullets in his criminal past - a past that is about to spill over into Loo's present, with explosive consequences. Biographical Notes Hannah Tinti is the author of the short story collection ANIMAL CRACKERS and co-founder and editor in chief of One Story magazine. Her first novel, THE GOOD THIEF, was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year, and winner of the Centre for Fiction's First Novel Prize and a recipient of the American Library Association's Alex Award.

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Winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF KAVALIER & CLAY is a heart-wrenching story of escape, love and comic-book heroes set in Prague, New York and the Arctic.One night in 1939, Josef Kavalier shuffles into his cousin Sam Clay’s cramped New York bedroom, his nerve-racking escape from Prague finally achieved. Little does he realise that this is the beginning of an extraordinary friendship and even more fruitful business partnership. Together, they create a comic strip called ‘The Escapist’, its superhero a Nazi-busting saviour who liberates the oppressed around the world. ‘The Escapist’ makes their fortune, but Joe can think of only one thing: how can he effect a real-life escape and free his family from the tyranny of Hitler?Michael Chabon’s exceptional novel is a thrilling tightrope walk between high comedy and bitter tragedy. In Joe Kavalier and Sam Clay he has created two unforgettable characters bound together by love, family and cartoons.

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The Other Side of San Diego is a documentary-style photo collection depicting the gang lifestyle and drug scenes in San Diego County, California. The other side of San Diego is often overlooked. The photographer, Miguel "Chromatic" Valencia, documents the landscape of the South East, North County, and South Bay neighborhoods where he grew up to represent the authentic and often unseen side of his community. This photo memoir includes interviews with members from those communities about the gang, drug, and prison experiences that define the narrative of their neighborhoods.

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''A joyous multiplicity of writings incorporating collective manifestos, poetry, fiction, and autobiography... endlessly fascinating'' Catherine Taylor, Financial Times''A tour de force of feminist thinking, spanning seven centuries and multiple continents'' Jennifer Thomson, Review 31''The Penguin Book of Feminist Writing rounds up the voices of women from across history to discuss the meaning and practice of feminism. This is a book that every person should read: the multiplicity of voices from various times and spaces allows women of the past alongside women of the present to be noisy about why feminism matters. It is a collective masterpiece'' Helen Carr, BBC History, Books of the Year''Bulging with brilliant and exciting writing. Its vast sweep takes us from the 15th century, when Christine de Pizan, a court writer in medieval France, imagined a City of Ladies where women would be safe from harassment, through to the present day, with work by Maggie Nelson, Eileen Myles, Rachel Cusk, Deborah Levy and Lola Olufemi'' Rachel Cooke, ObserverEdited with an Introduction by Hannah Dawson

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Every element has character, be it volatile, aloof, gregarious or enigmatic. They also have incredible stories of how they came to be, how they were discovered and how their qualities have been harnessed to make everything we have in the world.Dr Ben Still takes you through all the groups, revealing the fascinating circumstances of their discoveries and explaining their characteristics and behaviour, often delving inside the atom to explain their structure in a way easily accessible to everyone. Insightful illustrations help you to understand even the most complex-looking aspects of quantum physics, bringing the periodic table to life.Incredibly enlightening, The Secret Life of the Periodic Table will entertain and inform in equal measure. Take a trip through the ages of exploration, enjoying the story of how Mendeleev''s table came to be; it is the story of one the greatest pattern-seeking accomplishments of humankind.Contents include:- Atomic physics- The quantum atom- Trends and patterns- Alkaline earth metals- Metalloids- Future elements

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Bartend your way to new highs with the official cannabis cookbook of mocktails, cocktails, and teas from High Times, the world’s foremost magazine written by experts on all things related to weed, edibles, and beyond. Craft dank drinks and high teas with High Times: Cannabis Cocktails: Seasonal Sips & High Teas for Every Occasion! Create delicious THC-infused drinks with this easy-to-follow cookbook that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Featuring more than 60 seasonal recipes inspired by High Times Magazine, this cookbook takes readers on a journey to bliss and relaxation, one sip at a time. This cocktail book also includes plenty of tips and tricks that every at-home bartender can use to master the art of creating tasty infused beverages and elevated libations. With beautiful full-color photography, High Times: Cannabis Cocktails is a must-have for everyone—because it’s definitely 420 somewhere! 60+ RECIPES: Enjoy more than 60 recipes for infused and non-infused drinks that are sure to wet your whistle BARTENDING MADE EASY: Budding mixologists of all skill levels can create high-quality beverages with these easy-to-follow instructions and simple techniques INSPIRING IMAGES: Beautiful photos offer inspiration and ideas for serving infused beverages fit for any occasion INCLUSIVE RECIPES: Also includes ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A remarkable change has occurred in how we finance the public enterprise, yet this change has gone largely unnoticed by the general public. Policy makers in the federal, state and local levels of government have had to respond to this change. The causes of the change, future policy directions, and the eventual impact on society of this change is the subject of this book. Six of the nation''s most influential economists, political scientists and sociologists have been asked to comment and their views can be found here.

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This book explores Veganism through the holistic journeys and lived experiences of former vegans, with a particular focus on the impact this has on their Selfhood and identity. It delves into the complexities underpinning definitions of Veganism and vegan identities.Based on original qualitative research charting the experiences of ten former vegans, the text offers a theoretical lens for understanding evolving self-perception, identity, and experience, exploring what leads to initiating a transition in and out of Veganism and how former vegans reconcile with losing their vegan identity. Applying a Bakhtinian model of Selfhood, this book explores the tensions between ‘Voices’ representing values within social discourse, such as Veganism, and how individuals co-construct their identity and self-perception through said Voices. Chapters explore the Polyphony within Veganism and offer an insight into the embodied experience of former vegans. Each analysis chapter has been divided into three distinct Threshold-moments of beginning, middle, and end.Mapping the Holistic Journey of Former Vegans: The Polyphony within Veganism is intended for scholars and postgraduate students interested in Veganism, Selfhood and identity, and behaviour change and anyone looking to understand the context of Veganism in practice.

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Little has been written on and is known about the Desert Air Force (DAF). Covers the popular campaigns of North Africa and Italy 1942 45.

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The perfect gift for all children! Following on from The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions, this books provides EVEN MORE answers to the weird, wonderful and sometimes downright dumbfounding questions that buzz around kids'' brains at bedtime - covering topics such as philosophy, science, nature, animals, geography, culture and more. With fascinating but short, succinct answers and inviting illustrations, it really is the ideal read for curious kids.

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A guide for all those who have yet to fall in love with the City by the Bay, and for all those who have already left their heart there.

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From the celebrated author, the thrilling sequel to Parable of the Sower - an extraordinary novel ahead of its time. ''In the ongoing contest over which dystopian classic is most applicable to our time... for sheer peculiar prescience, Butler''s novel may be unmatched'' NEW YORKER''Octavia Butler was playing out our very real possibilities as humans. I think she can help each of us to do the same'' GLORIA STEINEMIn order for me to understand who I am, I must begin to understand who she was.Asha was born into a broken world. There are many things she needs to know: how her country could embrace a violent, far-right President promising to make America great again, why they turned a blind eye to the suffering - and the truth about her mother.In her journals, Lauren Olamina tells of a great love divided between her young daughter, her community and the revelation that led her to found a new faith that teaches ''God Is Change''. But under a tyrannical religious regime who consider the mere existence of a black female leader a threat, Lauren knows she must soon either sacrifice her daughter and her followers - or forsake the beliefs that could transform ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A collection of 4 Puffin Classics, designed to raise awareness of world environmental issues.Life is good for house-dog Buck where he spends his days eating and sleeping in the golden sunshine of Santa Clara Valley. But when he is stolen and forced to work as a sledge dog in the harsh conditions of the frozen North he has to fight hard for his survival. Can he rise above his enemies and fulfil his true destiny?A reminder of an age before mass extinctions and climate change, this special edition of The Call of the Wild is inspired by Earth Day, and introduced by actor and environmental activist Bonnie Wright.Other titles in the Green Puffin Classics series:The Wind in the WillowsThe Jungle BookThe Adventures of Robin Hood

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A spellbinding yarn set a thousand years ago along the ancient Silk Road, by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay''It''s been a while since I had such fun reading a book'' Daily Telegraph''Readers might feel they have reached the book equivalent of the Promised Land'' The TimesGENTLEMEN OF THE ROAD is set in the Kingdom of Arran, in the Caucasus Mountains, between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, A.D. 950. It tells the tale of two wandering adventurers and unlikely soulmates, variously plying their trades as swords for hire, horse thieves and con artists - until fortune entangles them in the myriad schemes and battles that follow a bloody coup in the medieval Jewish empire of the Khazars. Hired as escorts for a fugitive prince, they quickly find themselves half-willing generals in a mad rebellion, struggling to restore the prince''s family to the throne. As their increasingly outrageous exploits unfold, they encounter a wondrous elephant, wily Rhadanite tradesmen, whores, thieves, soldiers, an emperor, and discover the truth about their young royal charge.Beautifully illustrated throughout, this is a novel brimming with raucous humour and cliff-hanging suspense, combining the spirit of The Arabian Nights with ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Philosophers have an infuriating habit of analysing questions rather than answering them'', writes Terry Eagleton, who, in these pages, asks the most important question any of us ever ask, and attempts to answer it.So what is the meaning of life? In this witty, spirited, and stimulating inquiry, Eagleton shows how centuries of thinkers - from Shakespeare and Schopenhauer to Marx, Sartre and Beckett - have tackled the question. Refusing to settle for the bland and boring, Eagleton reveals with a mixture of humour and intellectual rigour how the question has become particularly problematic in modern times. Instead of addressing it head-on, we take refuge from the feelings of ''meaninglessness'' in our lives by filling them with a multitude of different things: from football and sex, to New Age religions and fundamentalism. ''Many of the readers of this book are likely to be as sceptical of the phrase "the meaning of life" as they are of Santa Claus'', he writes. But Eagleton contends that in a world where we need to find common meanings, it is important that we set about answering the question of all questions; and, in conclusion, he suggests his own answer.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In River Life and the Upspring of Nature Naveeda Khan examines the relationship between nature and culture through the study of the everyday existence of chauras, the people who live on the chars (sandbars) within the Jamuna River in Bangladesh. Nature is a primary force at play within this existence as chauras live itinerantly and in flux with the ever-changing river flows; where land is here today and gone tomorrow, the quality of life itself is intertwined with this mutability. Given this centrality of nature to chaura life, Khan contends that we must think of nature not simply as the physical landscape and the plants and animals that live within it but as that which exists within the social and at the level of cognition, the unconscious, intuition, memory, embodiment, and symbolization. By showing how the alluvial flood plains configure chaura life, Khan shows how nature can both give rise to and inhabit social, political, and spiritual forms of life.

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A special hardback edition of Octavia E. Butler''s extraordinarily prescient novel, with new cover artwork by Monet Alyssa.''Octavia Butler was playing out our very real possibilities as humans. I think she can help each of us to do the same'' GLORIA STEINEMIn order for me to understand who I am, I must begin to understand who she was.Asha was born into a broken world. There are many things she needs to know: how her country could embrace a violent, far-right President promising to make America great again, why they turned a blind eye to the suffering - and the truth about her mother.In her journals, Lauren Olamina tells of a great love divided between her young daughter, her community and the revelation that led her to found a new faith that teaches ''God Is Change''. But under a tyrannical religious regime who consider the mere existence of a black female leader a threat, Lauren knows she must soon either sacrifice her daughter and her followers - or forsake the beliefs that could transform human destiny.WINNER OF THE NEBULA AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL

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Bridgerton meets Jilly Cooper in this feminist historical romance that will have you swooning!''Unflinching, tender and moving.'' EVIE DUNMORE''A rare treat to enjoy and savour.'' KATE PEARCE''A moving love story and a vivid recreation of Victorian life.'' Anna Campbell The marriage mart is calling, and Evelyn must answer . . . Evelyn Maltravers longs for her perfect match. But with her family tumbling toward ruin. Her only hope is to distinguish herself is on horseback and to succeed she''ll need a habit-maker who''s not afraid to take risks. Ahmad Malik have always made women beautiful - but no one compares to Evelyn. Her unbridled spirit enchants him, awakening a depth of feeling he never thought possible. But pushing boundaries comes at a cost and not everyone is pleased to welcome Evelyn and Ahmad into fashionable society. The indomitable pair must decide which hurdles they can jump and what matters most: Making their mark or following their hearts?___________''A well written and innovative story . . . Fascinating characters and a captivating romance'' 5* Reader Review''Mimi is the indisputable Queen of writing Victorian and Regency novels. A delightful read'' 5* Reader Review ''This is a beautiful novel about self-discovery and the power ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The local mayor has a dinner date with death…With school out for the summer, Margery and Clementine Butcher-Baker are taking advantage of the break to go on holiday. They plan to explore the village of St-Martins-on-the-Water and rest before the chaos of Mrs Smith''s impending hen do. By the end of their first night, the local mayor lies dead on the floor of the hotel restaurant, having been poisoned by his meal. The villagers are convinced: The Poisoner is back.As the residents turn to the duo with suspicion and begin to freeze them out, Margery and Clementine are left with more questions than answers. Everyone is convinced that the pair – and Clementine in particular – are bad news, but why? And as more people in the village start to become unwell, the question remains, is The Poisoner back, or is this the work of a new killer? And will they strike again?A charming cosy mystery that will make you laugh out loud, perfect for fans of Julia Chapman and Fiona Leitch.Praise for A Terrible Village Poisoning ‘A Terrible Village Poisoning is a really great cosy whodunnit. The plot had me guessing right to the end and the cast of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"A crackling portrayal of everyday American heroines…A triumph." — Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Lions of Fifth Avenue A group of young women from Smith College risk their lives in France at the height of World War I in this sweeping novel based on a true story—a skillful blend of Call the Midwife and The Alice Network—from New York Times bestselling author Lauren Willig.A scholarship girl from Brooklyn, Kate Moran thought she found a place among Smith’s Mayflower descendants, only to have her illusions dashed the summer after graduation. When charismatic alumna Betsy Rutherford delivers a rousing speech at the Smith College Club in April of 1917, looking for volunteers to help French civilians decimated by the German war machine, Kate is too busy earning her living to even think of taking up the call. But when her former best friend Emmeline Van Alden reaches out and begs her to take the place of a girl who had to drop out, Kate reluctantly agrees to join the new Smith College Relief Unit.Four months later, Kate and seventeen other Smithies, including two trailblazing female doctors, set sail for France. The volunteers are armed with money, supplies, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''If you''re a fan of Sally Rooney''s work, then you can''t go wrong by picking up a copy of Topics Of Conversation ... She''s a fresh voice, and one that it''s certainly worth listening to.'' Vogue''Miranda Popkey''s debut explores the paradox of longing to assert control and longing to lose it ... She depicts what it feels like to exist, actually live, at that intersection, which can so often bring about paralysis.'' New YorkerWhat is the shape of a life? Is it the things that happen to us? Or is it the stories we tell about the things that happen to us? From the coast of the Adriatic to the salt spray of Santa Barbara, the narrator of Topics of Conversation maps out her life through two decades of bad relationships, motherhood, crisis and consolation. The novel unfurls through a series of conversations - in private with friends, late at night at parties with acquaintances, with strangers in hotel rooms, in moments of revelation, shame, cynicism, envy and intimacy. Sizzling with enigmatic desire, Miranda Popkey''s debut novel is a seductive exploration of life as a woman in the modern world, of the stories we tell ourselves and of the things ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Kniha - autor Donna Tartt, 576 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • A contemporary literary classic and "an accomplished psychological thriller ... absolutely chilling" (Village Voice), from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author ofThe Goldfinch. Under the influence of their charismatic classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at an elite New England college discover a way of thinking and living that is a world away from the humdrum existence of their contemporaries. But when they go beyond the boundaries of normal morality their lives are changed profoundly and forever, and they discover how hard it can be to truly live and how easy it is to kill.

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Truly deserving of the accolade Modern Classic, Donna Tartt's cult bestseller The Secret History is a remarkable achievement - both compelling and elegant, dramatic and playful.Under the influence of their charismatic classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at an elite New England college discover a way of thinking and living that is a world away from the humdrum existence of their contemporaries. But when they go beyond the boundaries of normal morality their lives are changed profoundly and for ever.

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Storms, fatigue, equipment failure, intense hunger, and lack of water are just a few of the challenges that ocean rower Mick Dawson endured whilst attempting to complete one of the World's 'Last Great Firsts'. In this nail-biting true story of man versus nature, former Royal Marine commando Dawson, a Guinness World Record-holder for ocean-rowing and high-seas adventurer takes on the Atlantic and ultimately the North Pacific. It took Dawson three attempts and a back-breaking voyage of over six months to finally cross the mighty North Pacific for the first time.Dawson and his rowing partner Chris Martin spent 189 days, 10 hours and 55 minutes rowing around the clock, facing the destruction of their small boat and near-certain death every mile of the way, before finally reaching the iconic span of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge. Dawson's thrilling account of his epic adventure details how he and Chris propelled their fragile craft, stroke by stroke for thousands of miles across some of the most dangerous expanses of ocean, overcoming failure, personal tragedy and everything that nature could throw at him along the way.

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''Atmospheric and intoxicating'' CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS''A joyous, lyrical read'' YOMI ADEGOKE''Hypnotic and freewheeling'' GUARDIANA Guardian Book of the YearCaleb Femi returns with a landmark, life-affirming new poetry collection, The Wickedest.This is a minute-by-minute depiction of a typical night at a legendary monthly house party known as ''The Wickedest''. Here, we meet a vivid cast of characters, young and old, all surfing a revelry steeped in camaraderie, community, desire and a spirit of jubilant defiance.A modern epic, The Wickedest explores the institution of shoobs or house parties and their vital role within working-class communities. The poems range from classical English sonnets to experimental forms and are immersively interwoven with photographs, text messages and ephemera. The collection playfully dissembles parties – in space, sound, law and bureaucracy – to document the precarious existence of our nightlife venues.In Caleb Femi''s inimitable, cinematic style the book builds to a crescendo that is at once euphoric and grief-soaked. The Wickedest calls us to cast our minds to the moments we stood surrounded by our loved ones on a dancefloor, arms outstretched, and freed ourselves from the weight of reality to float.‘One of London’s most renowned poets’ SALMA EL-WARDANY, BBC Radio London‘I love the collection so much’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Sink your teeth into a deliciously gothic enemies-to-lovers vampire romance, set in the world of the New York Times bestselling series Serpent & Dove!Full of everything I love: a sparkling and fully-realized heroine, an intricate and deadly system of magic, and a searing romance that kept me reading long into the night. – Sarah J Maas on Serpent & DoveCélie’s life is over. She took her final breath trying to save the people she loves—including the powerful and enigmatic vampire king, Michal, who refused to let her go. When Célie wakes, she cannot walk in the sun; she can hear her friends’ heartbeats and she craves their blood. Michal has cursed her to the eternal existence of a vampire.But Célie isn’t the only dead roaming the earth. Her sister, Filippa, has returned as a shadow of her former self, and other revenants are rising from their graves intent on revenge. The fragile balance between life and death has broken, awakening an even darker force—and he is coming for Célie, ready to claim her as his Bride. With the fate of their world at stake, Célie and Michal must set aside their searing attraction to mend the veil and right the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In a secret room in Washington DC John Tanner is asked to stake his life - and those of his wife and children - on a gamble whose goals and risks no one will fully reveal to him. In a small suburban town, where only the nicest people live, friends, neighbours, everyone and anyone could be part of a monstrous conspiracy of international evil. The machinery has already been set in motion. And at stake is the very existence of America - and the future of the entire free world...

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Celie's life is over. She took her final breath trying to save the people she loves-including the powerful and enigmatic vampire king, Michal, who refused to let her go.When Celie wakes, she cannot walk in the sun; she can hear her friends' heartbeats and she craves their blood. Michal has cursed her to the eternal existence of a vampire. But Celie isn't the only dead roaming the earth. Her sister, Filippa, has returned as a shadow of her former self, and other revenants are rising from their graves intent on revenge.The fragile balance between life and death has broken, awakening an even darker force-and he is coming for Celie, ready to claim her as his Bride. With the fate of their world at stake, Celie and Michal must set aside their searing attraction to mend the veil and right the balance, once and for all. In the thrilling conclusion of the duology set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Serpent & Dove series by Shelby Mahurin, a vampire and the woman who tried to kill him prove that true love can conquer anything, even Death.

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Edith Twyford was once a world-famous children's author, but now her only legacy is the rumoured existence of the Twyford Code: a series of clues hidden in her books leading to... what? No one knows - but that hasn't stopped the speculation.Steve Smith can trace nearly all the bad things in his life back to Edith Twyford. As a child he found one of her books, covered in strange symbols. He showed it to his teacher, Miss Iles, who was convinced it held the key to the code. Within weeks Miss Iles had disappeared, and Steve has no idea if she is dead or alive - or if she was right. Now he's determined to find out.But the Twyford Code hides secrets some would do anything to possess, and Steve isn't the only one on its trail. The race is on to solve the mystery of the century. Could you get there first?The top ten bestselling cosy crime sensation of the summer from the author of The Appeal, perfect for fans of Richard Osman and S. J. Bennett.

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‘This engrossing book traverses the heights and depths, the beauty and terror, of our world.’ - THE OBSERVER Travis Elborough goes in search of the obscure and bizarre, the beautiful and arcane. His unique atlas shows you the modern world from surprising new vantage points. Discover the secret Soviet city of Zheleznogorsk and the church tower of San Juan Parangaricutiro, miraculously still standing as the sole survivor of a town sunk by lava. Explore the underground realms of Beijing and Berlin, dug for refuge and espionage, and the floating worlds of remote Palmerston and the macabre Island of Dolls. The truths and myths behind these hidden lairs, forgotten cities and improbable wonders are as varied as the destinations themselves. These curious places are not just extraordinary sights but reflections on our relationship with the world around us. ‘Atlas of Improbable Places has that rare, through-the-wardrobe quality. It is a delightful compendium of the strangest places on the planet.’- DAILY TELEGRAPH‘Understatedly expressive.’ - NEW YORK TIMES‘Deeply researched – and really worth your time.’ - GQ

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''I devoured all Philip''s novels and felt transported to Venice with a new intimacy'' Val McDermid__________________________________________Set against the backdrop of the most beautiful city on earth, this is a gripping and atmospheric crime novel perfect for fans of Donna Leon and Andrea Camilleri.Venice, June 2020. The city has returned to the Venetians during a merciful pause in the Covid pandemic, and few overseas visitors are to be seen. Yet Dominic Vicari, a British private investigator haunted by loss, has travelled across Europe to the tiny island of San Francesco del Deserto. The ancient monastery there, it is said, was founded by St Francis himself in the 13th century. Its population now consists of five Franciscan brothers and three pilgrims on retreat. Or, rather, two pilgrims and a dead man.Nathan Sutherland is called in when Vicari''s broken body is found at the base of the campanile, his death seemingly nothing more than a terrible accident. But Nathan isn''t so sure and sets out on an investigation that will reunite him with an old friend and an old adversary, and the discovery of a terrible secret hidden at the heart of the lagoon.__________________________________________Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones''An irresistible concoction of crime and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Venetian Sanctuary - Philip Gwynne Jones

Adapted and illustrated edition of The Nutcracker at easy-to-read level for a new generation of readers aged 7+. One Christmas Eve, Maria and Fred’s mysterious godfather gives them a handsomely decorated nutcracker. When her brother, Fred, breaks the toy, Maria is heartbroken and vows to nurse him back to health.Maria’s nutcracker magically comes to life and leads her on a thrilling, magical adventure where only she can save the hero. She must help the Nutcracker defeat the Mouse King and turn him into his human self. About the Christmas Classics Children's Collection:Ho-Ho-ho! It’s time to find the box of Christmas baubles, eat too many mince pies and leave carrots out for Rudolph! Get in the festive spirit with this eight-book collection of Christmas-themed tales!Do you know the origins of Santa Claus? Perhaps you have forgotten the important lesson that Scrooge must learn.In this collection of classic and new stories, there are no humbugs – just a sprinkle of Christmas magic!

Objev podobné jako Christmas Classics: The Nutcracker (Easy Classics) - Gemma Barder

''There is no one I trust more to deliver the holiday spirit wrapped up in perfectly-timed comedic gold than Timothy Janovsky'' ALICIA THOMPSON''The Merriest Misters is endlessly inventive and just plain magical!'' R. ERIC THOMAS...............Saving Christmas? Easy!Saving their relationship? Not so much . . .Patrick Hargrave and Quinn Muller have been married for less than a year, but their passionate romance is cracking under the pressures of domestic life. That''s until Christmas Eve, when Patrick wakes Quinn up with: ''I think I''ve killed a man.''When Quinn realises that the ''burglar'' Patrick knocked out is none other than Mr. Claus himself, the couple soon find themselves looped in by a harried elf to (red) suit up and save Christmas!But, as the sun rises on Christmas morning and the sleigh takes them back to the North Pole instead of New Jersey, they''re in for a massive shock. The couple must assume the roles of Santa Claus and the first ever Merriest Mister, or Christmas will be cancelled . . . permanently.With Christmas - and their marriage - on the line, Patrick and Quinn agree to make a go of it for one year. But can running a toy shop together save their ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Merriest Misters - Timothy Janovsky

Aside for the secretaries of state, those lofty roles at the Home Office, MOD, Exchequer, and Foreign office, the ministers of the UK are a cast of roles that expand, and contract based on the whims and political needs of the Prime Minister. Within their portfolios those MPs and Lords are immensely powerful - able to reshape whole sectors of British society, grant or refuse government contracts and planning permission, and intervene in matters throughout the country.And yet, few members of the British Public could name every single minister and fewer still could say the extent of each minister''s responsibilities. We like to imagine that they are competent, prepared, and entirely in control, and we hold them to standards as though they are. But they are often none of those things.These men and women serve at the pleasure of the Prime Minister. Any misstep or scandal can invite media attention, public outcry, and their swift departure. At the same time, their resignations can shatter political alliances and bring down Prime Ministers and even governments. Their positions are, therefore, both immensely powerful and precarious. In Fifteen Minutes of Power, Peter Riddell draws on interviews with former ministers, conducted on behalf of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako 15 Minutes of Power - Peter Riddell

From the Booker-shortlisted author of The Mars Room, a career-spanning collection of spectacular essays about politics and culture.In The Hard Crowd, Rachel Kushner gathers a selection of her writing from over the course of the last twenty years that addresses the most pressing political, artistic, and cultural issues of our times - and illuminates the themes and real-life terrain that underpin her fiction.In razor-sharp essays spanning literary journalism, memoir, cultural criticism, and writing about art and literature, Kushner takes us from Jeff Koons and Marguerite Duras to a Palestinian refugee camp, from her love of classic cars to her young life in the music scene of San Francisco. The closing, eponymous essay is her manifesto on nostalgia, doom, and writing.''I''m glad to taste something this sharp, this smart'' Olivia Laing''Wild, wide-ranging and unsparingly intelligent throughout'' Vogue''An exciting book... Kushner writes from the inside out and gives us the true story, the real deal'' Kevin Barry, New Statesman, Books of the Year

Objev podobné jako The Hard Crowd - Rachel Kushnerová

''I devoured all Philip''s novels and felt transported to Venice with a new intimacy'' Val McDermid''An unputdownable thriller'' Gregory Dowling''The plot is a masterwork of intrigue'' Daily Mail''Gwynne Jones''s talent for evoking place and atmosphere is clear as ever'' Literary ReviewWhat lies beneath?Venice, June 2020. The city has returned to the Venetians during a merciful pause in the Covid pandemic, and few overseas visitors are to be seen. Yet Dominic Vicari, a British private investigator haunted by loss, has travelled across Europe to the tiny island of San Francesco del Deserto. The ancient monastery there, it is said, was founded by St Francis himself in the 13th century. Its population now consists of five Franciscan brothers and three pilgrims on retreat. Or, rather, two pilgrims and a dead man.Nathan Sutherland is called in when Vicari''s broken body is found at the base of the campanile, his death seemingly nothing more than a terrible accident. But Nathan isn''t so sure and sets out on an investigation that will reunite him with an old friend and an old adversary, and the discovery of a terrible secret hidden at the heart of the lagoon. Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones''Superb - always gripping, beautifully ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Venetian Sanctuary - Philip Gwynne Jones

Can you help find the ten elves, and Santa Claus himself, on each of the fun, action-packed pages?Santa’s elves are hard at work. Aren’t they? With just days to go before Christmas, ten of the naughty elves have gone missing. The workshop is in chaos, and there are still presents to make.Santa must launch a worldwide search to find his pesky elves and save Christmas before it’s too late. Test your spotting skills with this wintry search and find title. Each colourful page is filled with fun illustrations, hard-to-find elves, Santa Claus himself, as well as extra bonus items.Where’s the Elf? is the perfect festive search-and-find challenge for children and their families.

Objev podobné jako Where's the Elf? - Chuck Whelon

Set across the Second World War, Snowflakes in the Wind is a heartwarming story of triumph over adversity by Rita Bradshaw, author of the number one bestselling Dancing in the Moonlight.It's Christmas Eve 1920 when nine-year-old Abby Kirby's family is ripped apart by a terrible tragedy. Leaving everything she's ever known, Abby takes her younger brother and runs away to the tough existence of the Border farming community.Years pass. Abby becomes a beautiful young woman and falls in love, but her past haunts her, casting dark shadows. Furthermore, in the very place she has taken refuge, there is someone who wishes her harm.With her heart broken, Abby decides to make a new life as a nurse. When the Second World War breaks out, she volunteers as a QA nurse and is sent overseas. However, life takes another unexpected and dangerous turn when she becomes a prisoner in Japan. It is then that Abby realizes that whatever has gone before is nothing compared to what lies ahead . . .'A moving and gripping tale of love, loss and survival' – Lancashire Evening Post

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The Spiritual Truths About Planet Earth, the Universe, and the Spirit World Revealed While the non-existence of the spirit or the Spirit World has never been definitively proven, Okawa provides profound yet clear answers to each unique spiritual question—without a script. His insights reveal that he is no ordinary spiritual leader, but a figure of immense wisdom and enlightenment—a living Buddha—possessing a comprehensive understanding of the vast, multidimensional nature of the universe and the very essence of existence. Through these 28 Q&A sessions, you will uncover the secrets of this world and life itself, which God has created for us with His infinite love. Topics Include: ? Is the Theory of Evolution true? ? Do animals, plants, and minerals have souls? ? How did the Spirit World (the multidimensional universe) come to manifest on Earth? ? What causes black holes in the universe? ? Can we change our past using a time machine? ? What is the relationship between ancient civilizations and extraterrestrials?

Objev podobné jako The Truth about Earth, the Universe, the Spirit World - Ryuho Okawa

In this mesmerizing tale of romantic suspense and mystery, a gruesome discovery unleashes inexplicable events at a historic Louisiana mansion as the supernatural and the physical world converge. It begins when two young boys discover the 100-year-old skeleton of a murdered man buried near the grounds of Belle Reve, a Greek revival style mansion built in the 1870s. As police investigate, strange occurrences and eerie sounds overtake the mansion—footsteps in empty hallways, slamming doors in empty rooms.Rachel Belmond, owner of Belle Reve, is petrified. Beautiful, and still young at 47, Rachel is also in failing health, her deteriorating condition baffling doctors. It’s her niece, Nicole, who begins to suspect that something deadly has invaded the house. And it is Nicole who meets someone who might be able to find answers . . .As the incidents grow more intense, Rachel’s niece, Nicole Belmond, begins to suspect that something otherworldly may have invaded the house.Lucas Devereaux is the owner of the Baton Rouge Youth Center where Nicole’s teenage half-brother is serving a sentence for a juvenile crime. The attraction between Lucas and Nicole is instant. Hearing rumors that Lucas, a former priest, has the ability to deal with supernatural events, Nicole shares ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Unseen - Kat Martinová

“Sexy, scathing, delightful, and intimately devastating.”—Gretchen Felker-Martin, author of Manhunt and CuckooPacked with action, humor, sex, and big gay feelings, The Z Word is the queer zombie romp you didn’t know you needed.Chaotic bisexual Wendy is trying to find her place in the queer community of San Lazaro, Arizona, after a bad breakup—which is particularly difficult because her ex is hooking up with some of her friends. And when the people around them start turning into violent, terrifying mindless husks, well, that makes things harder. Especially since the infection seems to be spreading.Now, Wendy and her friends and frenemies—drag queen Logan, silver fox Beau, sword lesbian Aurelia and her wife Sam, mysterious pizza delivery stoner Sunshine, and, oh yeah, Wendy’s ex-girlfriend Leah—have to team up to stay alive, save Pride, and track the zombie outbreak to its shocking source. Hopefully without killing each other first.The Z Word is a propulsive, funny, emotional horror debut about a found family coming together to fight corporate greed, political corruption, gay drama, and zombies.

Objev podobné jako The Z Word - Lindsay King-Miller

When sixteen-year-old Eden Munro agrees to spend the summer with her estranged father in the beachfront city of Santa Monica, California, she has no idea what she's letting herself in for. Eden's parents are divorced and have gone their separate ways, and now her father has a brand new family. For Eden, this means she's about to meet three new step-brothers. The eldest of the three is Tyler Bruce, a troubled teenager with a short temper and a huge ego. Complete polar opposites, Eden quickly finds herself thrust into a world full of new experiences as Tyler's group of friends take her under their wing. But the one thing she just can't understand is Tyler, and the more she presses to figure out the truth about him, the more she finds herself falling for the one person she shouldn't - her step-brother. Throw in Tyler's clingy girlfriend and a guy who has his eyes set on Eden, and there's secrets, lies and a whole lot of drama. But how can Eden keep her feelings under control? And can she ever work out the truth about Tyler?Did I Mention I Love You is the first book in the phenomenal DIMILY trilogy, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Did I Mention I Love You? (The DIMILY Series) - Estelle Maskame

This collection features more than 20 stories and poems celebrating Christmas, including works from esteemed authors such as Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, and Hans Christian Andersen. With favorites such as O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi” and L. Frank Baum’s The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, this elegant leather-bound volume will hold a special place on your bookshelf, sure to be enjoyed during the Christmas season, or at any time of the year.

Objev podobné jako Classic Tales of Christmas - Editors of Canterbury Classics

This study of the history of reading goes from the earliest examples of the clay tablets and cuneiform of ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt via the invention of printing in the 15th century to the birth of a mass reading public and today's digital revolution. It argues that it is the demands and expectations of the reader, acting alongside the creative will of the writer, that is the evolutionary motor of literary forms and genres. From man's first use of the written word simply as a form of reference, to the emergence of the first holy or devotional texts, and onto the development of fictions, both poetic and novelistic, this work aims to both challenge and enlighten.

Objev podobné jako A History of Reading - Alberto Manguel