the jimmy greaves we knew mike donovan

The Jimmy Greaves We Knew celebrates the life and career of a national treasure through the memories of friends, family, team-mates, the media and fans. They recall a goalscoring great, a TV celebrity - most notably as one half of the legendary Saint and Greavsie - a newspaper columnist, comedian and raconteur who battled alcohol addiction. The modern game also pays tribute to this charismatic, friendly, down-to-earth, witty individual who built a reputation for hitting the back of the net playing for Chelsea, AC Milan, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United and England. Greaves set a European record of 357 goals in 516 top-flight games and netted 44 in 57 full international appearances. Tragically, Greaves suffered a stroke in 2015 and died on 19 September 2021, when two of his former clubs, Spurs and Chelsea - plus 60,000 fans - gave him a minute s applause before they played each other at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The love and affection is as strong as ever.

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The King of Dens Park is the authorised life story of Alan Gilzean, the legendary, world-class Dundee, Spurs and Scotland footballer. Exclusive insights provided by his family, closest friends and colleagues add to the author s own experience to reveal Gilzean, the man and the player. A reserved, charming and intelligent individual who shunned the limelight off the field, Gilzean played with a swagger as a maker and taker of goals. We discover how the native of the Perthshire town of Coupar Angus became one of the greatest performers in the history of both his clubs. Gilzean emerged a Scottish folk hero having scored the winning goal against England in front of 133,000 at Hampden Park - and was later welcomed back with open arms by the game after ending a self-imposed exile during which the uninformed conjured often defamatory myths. The elegant striker dubbed Nureyev in Boots left us on Sunday, 8 July 2018. There will never be another like him.

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The phenomenal international bestseller - with over 8 million copies sold. When Randy Pausch, a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon, was asked to give a last lecture lecture, he didn t have to imagine it as his last, since he had recently been diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. But the lecture he gave, Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams , wasn t about dying. It was about the importance of overcoming obstacles, of enabling the dreams of others, of seizing every moment (because time is all you have and you may find one day that you have less than you think). It was a summation of everything Randy had come to believe. It was about living. A lot of professors give talks titled The Last Lecture . Professors are asked to consider their demise and to ruminate on what matters most to them: What wisdom would we impart to the world if we knew it was our last chance? If we had to vanish tomorrow, what would we want as our legacy? In this book, Randy Pausch has combined the humour, inspiration, and intelligence that made his lecture such a phenomenon and given it an indelible form. It is a book that will be shared for generations to come.

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The breathtaking new novel from the author of The Silent Treatment - for fans of Jojo Moyes, Joanna Cannon and Ruth Jones. A remarkable tale of love and loss and finding something different KATIE FFORDE Tender and intriguing, this page-turning story of loss and longing will twist your heart RACHEL HORE Mary and Jim s story will draw you in, keep you guessing and stir up every available emotion. A truly enthralling, moving read - I loved it HOLLY MILLER_____________Mary O Connor has been keeping a vigil for her first love for the past seven years. Every evening without fail, Mary arrives at Ealing Broadway station and sets herself up among the commuters. In her hands Mary holds a sign which bears the words: Come Home Jim. Call her mad, call her a nuisance, call her a drain on society - Mary isn t going anywhere. That is, until an unexpected call turns her world on its head. In spite of all her efforts, Mary can no longer find the strength to hold herself together. She must finally face what happened all those years ago, and answer the question - where on earth is Jim?_____________ Poignant and moving, this is 2021 s standout love story so far- and one that shines a light on some very important issues. Exceptional. THE SUN, Pick of the Week Oh, this gorgeous book. I absolutely loved it... A book that can make me both laugh and cry is an absolute winner in my book and The Ends of the Earth did just that. It offers all that I want in a book and it will be one of my books of the year. NB MAGAZINE Fans of Jojo Moyes will love this intricate tale of a woman searching for answers about a lost lover. NEW MAGAZINE_____________PRAISE FOR ABBIE GREAVES: A remarkable debut JOJO MOYES It s beautiful, so moving and clever. I truly adored it. JOSIE SILVER Beautifully written in Greaves s unique voice... Poignant, heart-breaking and insightful. WOMAN HOME A must read SUNDAY EXPRESS Empathetic, beautifully written ... will resonate with fans of Jojo Moyes, David Nicholls and Gail Honeyman. DAILY EXPRESS Such stunning prose, and such insight for a debut author... I was bowled over by Abbie s writing. CLARE MACKINTOSH An unforgettable love story with a mystery that had me captivated until the last, heart-wrenching page. It deserves to be huge CATHERINE ISAAC, author of You Me Everything Greaves s insightful account of a long marriage kept us gripped till the very last page INDEPENDENT Beautifully written... Poignant, heart-breaking and insightful. WOMAN Abbie Greaves masterfully unpicks a history of ordinary lives facing extraordinary challenges. I found it impossible to look away from the relationship at the heart of this novel. GILLY MACMILLAN, author of The Nanny I really loved it...It s a very moving book JO WILEY

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A thoughtful, prescient read for any mother or father parenting through the unique challenges of this racially polarised year, decade and beyond Kenya Hunt Comprehensive, readable, and so very important. The next generation needs you to read this book Clare Mackintosh, Sunday Times bestselling author A vital book that equips us to have conversations about race and racism with young people, ensuring we are all playing our part to raise the next generations as anti-racist. With excellent, clear advice from Dr Agarwal I Wish We Knew What to Say is a quick, engaging and easily digestible read Nikesh ShuklaWe want our children to thrive and flourish in a diverse, multi-cultural world and we owe it to them to help them make sense of the confusing and emotionally charged messages they receive about themselves and others. These early years are the most crucial when children are curious about the world around them, but are also quick to form stereotypes and biases that can become deeply ingrained as they grow older. These are the people who are going to inherit this world, and we owe it to them to lay a strong foundation for the next phases of their lives. Wish We Knew What to Say is a timely and urgent book that gives scenarios, questions, thought starters, resources and advice in an accessible manner on how to tackle tricky conversations around race and racism with confidence and awareness. it brings in the science of how children perceive race and form racial identity, combining it with personal stories and experiences to create a handy guide that every parent would refer to again and again. Written by behavioural and data scientist, Dr Pragya Agarwal, Wish We Knew What to Say will help all parents, carers and educators give children the tools and vocabulary to talk about people s differences and similarities in an open, non-judgemental, curious way, and help them address any unfairness they might see or encounter.

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Discover history as you ve never seen it before â “ and all the stuff you never knew happened at the same time!Did you know the woolly mammoths were still around when the Egyptians built their pyramids? Or that Leonardo Da Vinci lived at the same time as Henry VIII and the Aztecs? Welcome to The History of Everywhere, a fascinating guide to all the stuff you never knew happened at the same time! In lively maps, see the whole world of history: from ancient times to the modern day, watch civilizations rise and fall, spot fascinating connections and coincidences, and discover the people and events you never learnt about in school. Prepare for a fascinating journey around the world that will change the way you see history!

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An NAACP Image Award NomineeLonglisted for the Center for Fiction s First Novel PrizeA Marie Claire Book Club pickNamed a Most Anticipated Book of 2022 by *Marie Claire* *Teen Vogue* *Buzzfeed* *Essence* *Ms. Magazine* *NBCNews.com* *Bookriot* *Bookbub* and more! “Harris rewrites the coming-of-age story with Black girlhood at the center.”—New York Times Book ReviewIn the vein of Jesmyn Ward s Salvage the Bones and Sue Monk Kidd s The Secret Life of Bees, a coming-of-age novel told by almost-eleven-year-old Kenyatta Bernice (KB), as she and her sister try to make sense of their new life with their estranged grandfather in the wake of their father s death and their mother s disappearance  An ode to Black girlhood and adolescence as seen through KB s eyes, What the Fireflies Knew follows KB after her father dies of an overdose and the debts incurred from his addiction cause the loss of the family home in Detroit. Soon thereafter, KB and her teenage sister, Nia, are sent by their overwhelmed mother to live with their estranged grandfather in Lansing, Michigan. Over the course of a single sweltering summer, KB attempts to navigate a world that has turned upside down.Her father has been labeled a fiend. Her mother s smile no longer reaches her eyes. Her sister, once her best friend, now feels like a stranger. Her grandfather is grumpy and silent. The white kids who live across the street are friendly, but only sometimes. And they re all keeping secrets. As KB vacillates between resentment, abandonment, and loneliness, she is forced to carve out a different identity for herself and find her own voice.A dazzling and moving novel about family, identity, and race, What the Fireflies Knew poignantly reveals that heartbreaking but necessary component of growing up—the realization that loved ones can be flawed and that the perfect family we all dream of looks different up close.

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Trauma and stress don t just affect the mind. They affect the whole body. Which is why healing that trauma, and the physical health issues it leads to, requires a holistic approach. Developed from health coach Nate Ortiz s personal experience with overcoming trauma and succeeding against the odds, along with his professional work with thousands of celebrity and everyday clients, The YOU You Never Knew is an empowering tool for those on their own journey of healing and transformation. Grounded in the neuroscience of trauma and stress, Nate s system will teach you how to balance mind, body, and spirit, eliminate pain, and thrive -- by learning: How trauma shapes your perceptions, thoughts, and choices -- and how to rewrite those patterns; Simple ways to regulate your parasympathetic nervous system for reduced stress and improved sleep, digestion, and immunity; Proven practices that correct muscle imbalances to improve posture, reduce pain, and regain energy; Strategies for improving bodily awareness, to help you better recognise what your body needs to heal. Take control of your well-being and become the best version of yourself -- one free of the stress, fatigue, anxiety, and health issues that plague you. Discover the true you, beyond your past hurts, hidden beliefs, and unhealthy habits. Discover the you you never knew.

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Discover Mike Gayle s fantastic new novel A Song of Me and You , out now!Still reeling from the sudden death of her mother, Jess is about to do the hardest thing she s ever done: empty her childhood home so that it can be sold.But when in the process Jess stumbles across the mysterious Alex, together they become custodians of a strange archive of letters, photographs, curios and collections known as The Museum of Ordinary People.As they begin to delve into the history of the objects in their care, Alex and Jess not only unravel heartbreaking stories that span generations and continents, but also unearth long buried secrets that lie much closer to home.Inspired by a box of mementos found abandoned in a skip following a house clearance, The Museum of Ordinary People is a thought-provoking and poignant story of memory, grief, loss and the things we leave behind.****Your favourite authors love Mike Gayle**** Accomplished and moving Lisa Jewell Mike Gayle has such a talent for delving into hearts, minds and contemporary issues Sophie Kinsella An absolute triumph and a joy to read Ruth Hogan Mike is always wise and wonderful Jenny Colgan

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Guides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth s future.In The Things We Recycle., learn about the effects of litter, pollution and waste on our planet and the ingenuis ideas for reuse and recycling. Discover how everyday materials like glass, metals, plastic and paper can be made into new prodcuts and how we can reduce the impact of waste on the planet.The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, Go Eco panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme.Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those reading at book band 6 Orange.Titles in the series: The Journeys We MakeThe Planet We ShareThe Climate We ChangeThe Energy We UseThe Crops We GrowThe Food We EatThe Cities We Live InThe Homes We BuildThe Animals We SaveThe Things We Recycle

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Guides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth s future.In The Animals We Save, find out about the different species that roam our planet, from polar bears in the arctic to stingrays in the seas, and dessert and grassland mammals, and how each species is affected by our changing climate.The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, Go Eco panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme.Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those reading at book band 9 Gold.Titles in the series: The Journeys We MakeThe Planet We ShareThe Climate We ChangeThe Energy We UseThe Crops We GrowThe Food We EatThe Cities We Live InThe Homes We BuildThe Animals We SaveThe Things We Recycle

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Guides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth s future. In The Homes We Build we learn about types of homes, what materials they are made from, how they are built and how they are beocoming increaisngly envioronmentally friendly. The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, Go Eco panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme. Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those reading at book band 6 Orange. Titles in the series: The Journeys We Make The Planet We Share The Climate We Change The Energy We Use The Crops We Grow The Food We Eat The Cities We Live In The Homes We Build The Animals We Save The Things We Recycle

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Guides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth s future.In The Energy We Use, learn about why we need renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, or geothermal, how we use energy in the home, and what effects using fossil fuels has on our planet.The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, Go Eco panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme.Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those reading at book band 6 Orange.Titles in the series: The Journeys We MakeThe Planet We ShareThe Climate We ChangeThe Energy We UseThe Crops We GrowThe Food We EatThe Cities We Live InThe Homes We BuildThe Animals We SaveThe Things We Recycle

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A colorful and comical tour through history from cartoonists Mike Barfield and Jess Bradley. The hilarious minds behind A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu and You have teamed up once again – this time to give a taste of the daily lives of the people, animals and objects who made history. Featuring a day in the life of early humans as they paint mammoths on the walls of a cave, a fierce gladiator battling in the Colosseum and the first woman in space. And not forgetting the animals of history – from an Egyptian cat (worshipped as a god, of course) to an albatross flying over Rapa Nui and a dog in the trenches of the First World War. Readers can also discover the stories behind famous constructions, including the Great Wall of China and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, and delve into the secret diaries of a Viking, Isaac Newton’s cat and the wooden panel that became the Mona Lisa. With over 90 entries told in the friendly, informative style of Mike Barfield and brought to life by Jess Bradley’s brilliantly funny illustrations, this book will have children learning and laughing as they go.

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AN OBSERVER BEST DEBUT NOVEL OF 2023WINNER OF THE 2021 #MERKY BOOKS NEW WRITERS PRIZE Secrets spill and relationships sour, sacrifices are made and promises are broken, as plot twists propel the narrative forward to a dramatic finale. - The Guardian An assured debut from a vital new voice. About family, grief and belonging, Patel weaves an intricate story that will stay with you. - Nikesh Shukla, author of Brown Baby and The Good ImmigrantNik has lots of questions about his late father but knows better than to ask his mother, Avani. It s their unspoken rule.When his grandfather dies, Nik has the opportunity to learn about the man he never met. Armed with a key and new knowledge about his parents past, Nik sets out to unlock the secrets that his mother has been holding onto his whole life.As the carefully crafted portrait Avani has painted for her son begins to crack, and painful truths emerge, can the two of them find their way back to each other?The Things That We Lost is a beautifully tender exploration of family, loss and the lengths to which we go to protect the ones we love. Brilliant. - Candice Brathwaite, author of I Am Not Your Baby Mother and Sista Sister Incredibly moving, this is an immersive novel focusing on grief but also love and relationships. I fell in love with Avani and Nik, characters so real I could hardly believe they re fictional. Jyoti Patel is a hugely exciting new writer. - Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City and Miss Aldridge Regrets A thoughtful meditation on family, grief and the lengths we ll go to protect the ones we love. - Good Housekeeping A deftly assured debut novel about a fractured family and how words left unspoken can be more devastating than the truth. - Red Magazine One of the best books I ve read this year. - gal-dem

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Peyo’s We Are the Smurfs: Welcome to Our Village is the first in an early-reader graphic novel series focusing on social and emotional responsibility from the beloved brand. This Smurfs comic series focuses on emotional learning, social responsibility, and overall Smurf-iness! Join Papa Smurf, Brainy Smurf, Smurfette, and all the others as they tackle day-to-day problems and get into wacky hijinks! Except for Scaredy Smurf, who is too afraid of everything to have fun. And Clumsy Smurf, whose two left feet get him into more troubles than he can count. And Greedy Smurf, whose love for food causes Gargamel to capture everyone in the village. But no matter the problem, you can always count on the Smurfs to figure out a solution! This full-color early-reader graphic novel features three complete stories and back matter dedicated to helping children explore and better understand their emotions. A great option for newly independent readers and comics fans everywhere!We Are the Smurfs series:We Are the Smurfs: Welcome to Our Village! (#1)We Are the Smurfs: Better Together! (#2)We Are the Smurfs: Bright New Days! (#3)

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NEW stunning paperback edition showcasing the original E.H.Shepard art with Milne⠙s classic, timeless poetry for children. But now I am Six, I m as clever as clever. So I think I ll be six now for ever and ever. E.H.Shepard⠙s original, iconic artwork has been reproduced for this 100th anniversary range so it truely pays homage to the vividness of the original art that accompanied Milne⠙s classic, favourite stories.See the world through the eyes of Christopher Robin and his companion Winnie-the-Pooh in this timeless collection of verse, a treasure trove of favourite nursery poems including Us Two, Sneezles and The End.This work by A.A.Milne includes poems for children which feature Pooh helping Christopher Robin with his schoolwork (if helping is the word). It is an evocation of childhood, through the eyes of the six-year-old Christopher Robin.In this stunning 100th anniversary paperback edition, A.A.Milne⠙s classic poetry is once again brought to life by E.H.Shepard⠙s beautiful, coloured decorations. Now We Are Six is a heart-warming and funny introduction to children⠙s poetry, offering the same sense of humour, imagination and whimsy that we⠙ve come to expect from his favourite books about Winnie-the-Pooh, that Bear of Very Little Brain.Milne and Shepard had a unique working relationship for their time, in that they closely collaborated on the design of the storybooks and poetry. This joint approach to laying out the words and illustrations was clearly the perfect partnership; Shepard entirely captured the charm of Pooh⠙s world, created by Milne, resulting in the gorgeous books we all know and love.The nation⠙s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milne⠙s classic children⠙s stories ⠓ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself ⠓ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you⠙re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearTales from the ForestWinter in the WoodSome retro reviews of the original publication in the 1920s:⠜I prophesy that Mr. Milne⠙s latest book of verses, ⠘Now We Are Six,⠙ will appeal to grown-ups as much as to the public for whom it is primarily intended.⠝, The Daily Express, 10th November 1927⠜When Mr. Milne began four years ago to write verses for his small son, and, through ⠘Punch⠙, had the good fortune to have them illustrated by Mr. E. H. Shepard, he little realised that within a few months five continents would be clamouring for the adventures of ⠘Christopher Robin⠙ and his pets.⠝, Sunday Express, 21st October 1928

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NEW stunning hardback edition showcasing the original E.H.Shepard art with Milne⠙s classic, timeless poetry for children.⠘Hush! Hush! Whisper who dares! Christopher Robin is saying his prayers! E.H.Shepard⠙s original, iconic artwork has been reproduced for this 100th anniversary range so it truely pays homage to the vividness of the original art that accompanied Milne⠙s classic, favourite stories.In this famous collection of verse for children, we join Christopher Robin and his friends for a trip to Buckingham Palace, learn what a King likes for his breakfast and meet a much-loved bear for the very first time.Curl up with A.A.Milne⠙s classic book of poetry for children, When We Were Very Young. This is the first volume of rhymes written especially for children by Milne ⠓ as popular now as when they were first written.This special 100th anniversary hardback collection is a heart-warming and funny introduction to children⠙s poetry, offering the same sense of humour, imagination and whimsy that we⠙ve come to expect from Milne s favourite books about Winnie-the-Pooh, that Bear of Very Little Brain.This book is all the more special due to E.H.Shepard⠙s decorations, which are shown in full, glorious colour. They are truly iconic and contributed to him being known as ⠘the man who drew Pooh⠙.Milne and Shepard had a unique working relationship for their time, in that they closely collaborated on the design of the storybooks and poetry. This joint approach to laying out the words and illustrations was clearly the perfect partnership; Shepard entirely captured the charm of Pooh⠙s world, created by Milne, resulting in the gorgeous books we all know and love.The nation⠙s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milne⠙s classic children⠙s stories ⠓ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself ⠓ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you⠙re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearTales from the ForestWinter in the WoodSome retro reviews of the original publication in the 1920s:⠜To children it is something more than a volume, it is a treasure trove ⠓ richer in value than Aladdin⠙s Cave or any sunken Spanish galleon that ever carried gold from Peru. In literature it ranks with the highest and the greatest. It is a classic!⠝, Northern Weekly Gazette, 18th September 1926⠜Now, when Mr. A. A. Milne started the ⠘Christopher Robin⠙ poems in ⠘Punch⠙ he was starting something altogether bigger than he knew.⠝, Sheffield Daily Telegraph, 9th December 1926⠜When Mr. Milne began four years ago to write verses for his small son, and, through ⠘Punch⠙, had the good fortune to have them illustrated by Mr. E. H. Shepard, he little realised that within a few months five continents would be clamouring for the adventures of ⠘Christopher Robin⠙ and his pets.⠝, Sunday Express, 21st October 1928

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NEW stunning hardback edition showcasing the original E.H.Shepard art with Milne⠙s classic, timeless poetry for children. But now I am Six, I m as clever as clever. So I think I ll be six now for ever and ever. E.H.Shepard⠙s original, iconic artwork has been reproduced for this 100th anniversary range so it truely pays homage to the vividness of the original art that accompanied Milne⠙s classic, favourite stories.See the world through the eyes of Christopher Robin and his companion Winnie-the-Pooh in this timeless collection of verse, a treasure trove of favourite nursery poems including Us Two, Sneezles and The End.This work by A.A.Milne includes poems for children which feature Pooh helping Christopher Robin with his schoolwork (if helping is the word). It is an evocation of childhood, through the eyes of the six-year-old Christopher Robin.In this stunning 100th anniversary hardback edition, A.A.Milne⠙s classic poetry is once again brought to life by E.H.Shepard⠙s beautiful, coloured decorations. Now We Are Six is a heart-warming and funny introduction to children⠙s poetry, offering the same sense of humour, imagination and whimsy that we⠙ve come to expect from his favourite books about Winnie-the-Pooh, that Bear of Very Little Brain.Milne and Shepard had a unique working relationship for their time, in that they closely collaborated on the design of the storybooks and poetry. This joint approach to laying out the words and illustrations was clearly the perfect partnership; Shepard entirely captured the charm of Pooh⠙s world, created by Milne, resulting in the gorgeous books we all know and love.The nation⠙s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milne⠙s classic children⠙s stories ⠓ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself ⠓ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you⠙re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearTales from the ForestWinter in the WoodSome retro reviews of the original publication in the 1920s:⠜I prophesy that Mr. Milne⠙s latest book of verses, ⠘Now We Are Six,⠙ will appeal to grown-ups as much as to the public for whom it is primarily intended.⠝, The Daily Express, 10th November 1927⠜When Mr. Milne began four years ago to write verses for his small son, and, through ⠘Punch⠙, had the good fortune to have them illustrated by Mr. E. H. Shepard, he little realised that within a few months five continents would be clamouring for the adventures of ⠘Christopher Robin⠙ and his pets.⠝, Sunday Express, 21st October 1928

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NEW stunning paperback edition showcasing the original E.H.Shepard art with Milne⠙s classic, timeless poetry for children.⠘Hush! Hush! Whisper who dares! Christopher Robin is saying his prayers! E.H.Shepard⠙s original, iconic artwork has been reproduced for this 100th anniversary range so it truely pays homage to the vividness of the original art that accompanied Milne⠙s classic, favourite stories.In this famous collection of verse for children, we join Christopher Robin and his friends for a trip to Buckingham Palace, learn what a King likes for his breakfast and meet a much-loved bear for the very first time.Curl up with A.A.Milne⠙s classic book of poetry for children, When We Were Very Young. This is the first volume of rhymes written especially for children by Milne ⠓ as popular now as when they were first written.This special 100th anniversary paperback collection is a heart-warming and funny introduction to children⠙s poetry, offering the same sense of humour, imagination and whimsy that we⠙ve come to expect from Milne s favourite books about Winnie-the-Pooh, that Bear of Very Little Brain.This book is all the more special due to E.H.Shepard⠙s decorations, which are shown in full, glorious colour. They are truly iconic and contributed to him being known as ⠘the man who drew Pooh⠙.Milne and Shepard had a unique working relationship for their time, in that they closely collaborated on the design of the storybooks and poetry. This joint approach to laying out the words and illustrations was clearly the perfect partnership; Shepard entirely captured the charm of Pooh⠙s world, created by Milne, resulting in the gorgeous books we all know and love.The nation⠙s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for nearly 100 years. Milne⠙s classic children⠙s stories ⠓ featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself ⠓ are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness.Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you⠙re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearTales from the ForestWinter in the WoodSome retro reviews of the original publication in the 1920s:⠜To children it is something more than a volume, it is a treasure trove ⠓ richer in value than Aladdin⠙s Cave or any sunken Spanish galleon that ever carried gold from Peru. In literature it ranks with the highest and the greatest. It is a classic!⠝, Northern Weekly Gazette, 18th September 1926⠜Now, when Mr. A. A. Milne started the ⠘Christopher Robin⠙ poems in ⠘Punch⠙ he was starting something altogether bigger than he knew.⠝, Sheffield Daily Telegraph, 9th December 1926⠜When Mr. Milne began four years ago to write verses for his small son, and, through ⠘Punch⠙, had the good fortune to have them illustrated by Mr. E. H. Shepard, he little realised that within a few months five continents would be clamouring for the adventures of ⠘Christopher Robin⠙ and his pets.⠝, Sunday Express, 21st October 1928

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Expand beyond the perceived limitations of the human experience with guidance from The Council, a collective of ascended masters channeled by metaphysical teacher Sara Landon, in conversation with Mike Dooley.In this powerful narrative, Mike Dooley engages in conversation with Sara Landon as she channels The Council. He explores the staggering wisdom of The Council to understand the very reason for life as we know it (The Dream), how to wisely navigate everything we experience between life and death (The Journey), how all of this fits within the context of reality (Eternity), and our intimate relationship to the Source of our lives and all things (God).The Council answers complex, big-picture questions like To what degree can we transcend life s illusions without destroying the fabric of our adventure? and Are there other planetary beings physically among us? with astonishing clarity.In The Council s words: A new path forward is emerging and expanded possibilities for humankind are becoming the new way of living, loving, leading, and thriving in your awakening world. It is time for the leaders and way-showers of this Great Awakening to fully step into their power and guide the way forward. We bring forth the wisdom to support you in living your highest potential during this spectacular time!

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When two naughty little mice discover the door to the beautiful dolls house ajar, they just have to tiptoe inside and have a look. The temptation to try the delicious looking food in the dining room proves too great however, and chaos ensues when they discover that it will not come off the plates! The Tale of Two Bad Mice is number five in Beatrix Potter s series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows:1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin3 The Tailor of Gloucester4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher8 The Tale of Tom Kitten9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod15 The Tale of Pigling Bland16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers17 The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan18 The Tale of Ginger and Pickles19 The Tale of Little Pig Robinson20 The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit21 The Story of Miss Moppet22 Appley Dapply s Nursery Rhymes23 Cecily Parsley s Nursery Rhymes

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Buddhist wisdom for everyday problems rooted in Buddhist philosophy and meditation, Six Myths We Live By shows us how to uncover our misperceptions and leads us on a path to self-development.The truth is you probably believe all sorts of myths, but you don’t even know it. To escape any hardship, any suffering or discomfort, we all believe myths about how the world works and how we live in that world. In Six Myths We Live By, therapist and long-time Buddhist practitioner Karuna Cayton guides us through six common myths that may give us comfort, but actually only perpetuate our problems: the myth of reality; the myth of identity; the myth of permanence; the myth of randomness; the myth of happiness; the myth of only living once. Cayton takes us through each of these myths using real-world examples and draws upon Buddhist principles, philosophy, psychology, and meditation practices to show how we can wake up to reality. By planting a seed of doubt about the beliefs that we’ve always thought were true, we can open our eyes and deepen our relationship with the way we see our life, our potential, and the nature of our struggles and achievements.

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Kniha - autor Robert D. Putnam; Shaylyn Romney Garrett, 448 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná From the author of Bowling Alone and Our Kids, a “sweeping yet remarkably accessible” (The Wall Street Journal) analysis that “offers superb, often counterintuitive insights” (The New York Times) to demonstrate how we have gone from an individualistic “I” society to a more communitarian “We” society and then back again, and how we can learn from that experience to become a stronger more unified nation. Deep and accelerating inequality; unprecedented political polarization; vitriolic public discourse; a fraying social fabric; public and private narcissism—Americans today seem to agree on only one thing: This is the worst of times. But we’ve been here before. During the Gilded Age of the late 1800s, America was highly individualistic, starkly unequal, fiercely polarized, and deeply fragmented, just as it is today. However as the twentieth century opened,...

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#39;Fabulously readable #39; STEPHEN FRY #39;Wildly entertaining #39; DAILY EXPRESS #39;Rollicking ... ebullient ... Christmas present problems are instantly solved #39; MAIL ON SUNDAYNominated for the 2025 Association for Recorded Sound Collections Awards for Excellence in Historical Recorded Sound ResearchDescribed variously as a #39;polymath #39;, a #39;renaissance man #39; and #39;one of the most colourful characters in the music business #39;, Mike Batt has led an extraordinarily vibrant and challenging life that has been full of both glorious victories and bitter failures.For better or for worse, he is a man who has always lived life on his own terms. Idiosyncratic but mainstream, complicated but compassionate, steadfastly maverick in spirit but avowedly commercial in outlook. He is a man of great contradictions, but even greater talent.After starting out in the music business as a teenager, Batt shot to fame in the early 1970s for his part in the creation of the Wombles pop group. But this success proved to be just the beginning as he then went on to work with various artists as a songwriter, composer and producer, including Art Garfunkel, George Harrison, Cliff Richard, Andrew Lloyd-Webber and Katie Melua.Featuring cameos from some of the biggest stars in the business from Paul McCartney to Prince, The Closest Thing to Crazy takes us not only on the rocky (and classical) journey of Mike Batt #39;s life but also on a tour around the inside of his mind.

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The daughter of immigrants and civil rights activists, Vice President Kamala Harris was raised in a California community that cared deeply about social justice. As she rose to prominence as a political leader, her experiences would become her guiding light as she grappled with an array of complex issues and learned to bring a voice to the voiceless. In The Truths We Hold, Harris reckons with the big challenges we face together.Drawing on the hard-won wisdom and insight from her own career and the work of those who have most inspired her, she communicates a vision of shared struggle, shared purpose, and shared values as we confront the great work of our day. A compelling life story and a galvanising account of how meaningful change is made, The Truths We Hold offers essential insight into Kamala Harris’s journey to this pivotal moment in her career and in American history.

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Knock-out recipes for award-winning, Philadelphia-style pizzas, wings, shakes, and more, from Down North, the pizzeria owned and operated exclusively by formerly incarcerated people, featuring poignant stories from its employees. Created and launched by Philly born-and-bred entrepreneur Muhammad Abdul-Hadi, the mission of Down North Pizza is to reduce recidivism rates in North Philly and serve up the most insanely delicious food while doing it. We the Pizza tells the Down North story about how the restaurant fulfills its mission to educate and support the formerly incarcerated while serving dope food. A testament to survival and second chances, this cookbook offers recipes for the tender, crispy-edged, square-cut, sauce-on-top pies that are Down North’s signature dish; a whole chapter is devoted to vegetarian and vegan pizzas like No Better Love made with four cheeses and the arrabbiata-inspired Norf Sauce, while the meat and seafood pizza chapter features their most popular Roc the Mic pepperoni pie as well as the smoky berbere-brisket Tales of a Hustler and Say Yes, topped with jerk turkey sausage, roasted butternut squash, kale, ricotta, and lemon-honey drizzle.  The 65 recipes for pizzas along with classic and creative wings, fries, lemonades, and shakes are paired with cinematic photography of the pizzas in their natural setting and out in the wilds of Philadelphia, with lots of journalistic-style photography of the Down North crew making dough and slinging pies. At the same time, We the Pizza provides detailed historical information about incarceration in the United States along with empowering stories from Down North’s formerly incarcerated staff. And with exclusive pizza recipes from renowned chef-supporters like Marc Vetri and Marcus Samuelsson, We the Pizza celebrates ingeniously delicious pizza, as well as the power people have to rise above their circumstances—if simply given the chance.

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A sweeping exploration of the ways in which emotions shaped the course of human history, and how our experience and understanding of emotions have evolved along with us. Eye-opening and thought-provoking!” (Gina Rippon, author of The Gendered Brain) We humans like to think of ourselves as rational creatures, who, as a species, have relied on calculation and intellect to survive. But many of the most important moments in our history had little to do with cold, hard facts and a lot to do with feelings. Events ranging from the origins of philosophy to the birth of the world’s major religions, the fall of Rome, the Scientific Revolution, and some of the bloodiest wars that humanity has ever experienced can’t be properly understood without understanding emotions.Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, art, and religious history, Richard Firth-Godbehere takes readers on a fascinating and wide ranging tour of the central and often under-appreciated role emotions have played in human societies around the world and throughout history—from Ancient Greece to Gambia, Japan, the Ottoman Empire, the United States, and beyond. A Human History of Emotion vividly illustrates how our understanding and experience of emotions has changed over time, and how our beliefs about feelings—and our feelings themselves—profoundly shaped us and the world we inhabit.

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From the award-winning author of Revolutionizing the Sciences, a monumental historical account of how we came to see the world through the lens of scienceScience is the basis of our assumptions about ourselves and our world, from ideas about our evolutionary past to our conceptions of the vast expanses of space and the smallest particles of matter. In this panoramic book, acclaimed historian of science Peter Dear uncovers the roots of such beliefs, revealing how they constitute a natural philosophy that has been developed and refined over the course of centuries⠔and how the world as we have come to know it was by no means inevitable. In a sweeping, multifaceted narrative, Dear describes some of the most breathtaking accomplishments in the advance of human knowledge, such as Isaac Newton⠙s laws of motion and gravitation, Carl Linnaeus⠙s taxonomy, Antoine Lavoisier⠙s new chemistry, Charles Darwin⠙s theory of evolution, and Albert Einstein⠙s theories of relativity. Challenging the notion that science is only about ⠜making discoveries,⠝ he shows how our world has been formed by people, institutions, and cultural assumptions, giving rise to disciplines ranging from biology and astrophysics to electromagnetism and the social sciences. Taking readers from the early eighteenth century to today, The World as We Know It reveals how our ideas about our place in the universe were bequeathed to us by individuals, cultures, and a curiosity that knows no bounds.

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Take the Kata path to scientific thinking and superior results!In this long-awaited companion to the groundbreaking book Toyota Kata, Mike Rother takes you to the next level of developing business mindset and capability for the 21st Century. Much more than a list of management concepts, The Toyota Kata Practice Guide walks you through the process of making improvement, adaptation, and even innovation routine behavior.Designed to help a coach (the manager) and a learner work together for developing new skillsets, The Toyota Kata Practice Guide delivers the information, insight, and frameworks you need to:â ¢ Form habits that help you solve problems and achieve challenging goals â ¢ Modify the thought patterns that drive your behaviorâ ¢ Develop an organizational mindset that drives superior results The Improvement Kata gives learners the means to experiment their way through obstacles and achieve tough goals; the Coaching Kata gives managers the means to accelerate and cement their people s learning.In the new age of business, increasing efficiency and decreasing costs is no longer the end game. A managerâ ™s job today is to develop patterns of thinking and acting in their people that lead to success with any challenge. Consistent, mindful practice is the best way to do itâ ”and The Toyota Kata Practice Guide is the best way to get there.

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The story of Penguin Books, Allen Lane and how they changed the world, to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Penguin An invaluable and fascinating account NICK HORNBY Outstanding LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS A triumph . . . rich and humorous ROGER LEWISBy founding Penguin Books in 1935 and popularizing the paperback, Allen Lane not only changed publishing in Britain â “ he was also at the forefront of a social and cultural revolution. In The Man Who Changed the Way We Read, Jeremy Lewis brings this extraordinary era brilliantly to life. Laneâ ™s books gave millions of people access to what had previously been the preserve of a wealthy few; they alerted the public to the threat of Nazi Germany; and Penguin itself became a cherished national institution, much like the BBC and the NHS, whilst at the same time challenging the status quo through the famous Lady Chatterley case. This is the spellbinding story of how a complex, highly fallible man used his vision to change the world. Rakish and racy . . . tells the story not just of a man, or even a firm, but of a cultural makeover that shaped the world as we know it DAILY TELEGRAPH

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A colourful and comical tour through the animal kingdom from award-winning author Mike Barfield and quirky cartoonist and illustrator Paula Bossio. Featuring key habitats, including seas, forests, deserts and grasslands, this book uncovers the little-known but amazing adaptations, bonkers behaviour and cunning natural skills of the world’s most interesting animals. Each story is told from the animal’s own perspective. Covering creatures from all over the world, readers will meet flying snakes in the rainforest, vampire squid in the ocean and meerkats in the desert. This hilarious guide, full of fascinating facts, will entrance animal lovers everywhere, and reveal the wild lives of animals like no other.Winner of the Hampshire Information Book award 2024Publishing in 2024:The Wild Life of Prehistoric Animals 9781780559322

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At 3 p.m. on 8 May 1945, Prime Minister Winston Churchill made a long-awaited speech in which he officially declared the war in Europe to be over. After six bitter years of conflict, however, perceptions of how victory over Nazism was to be celebrated and what post-war Britain should look like were very different from the visions of the people and the politicians in 1939.Illustrated with photographs, adverts, posters and cartoons, The Day Peace Broke Out describes the VE-Day celebrations in Britain and across the world through the memories of those who were there, combined with contemporary newspaper and magazine articles. Mike Brown, an authority on the British Home Front of the Second World War, charts the nationâ ™s progressive change of heart from defeatism to growing confidence of certain victory. He looks at the immediate post-VE-Day period and the celebration of victory over Japan in August 1945.What should have been a story with a happy ending concludes with the harsh realisation of post-war austerity and the increasing disillusionment that led many Britons to conclude that they had won the war but lost the peace.

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This title is one of an exciting series from Oxford giving accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple and engaging way by experts in their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to grips with the story, basic principles and terminology of each subject. The Shocking Truth about Energy explains the different types of energy, including atomic energy, and how we use it - whether in a fridge or an internal combustion engine. It introduces the scientists behind our knowledge along with the language and terminology used with the Speak like a Scientist features. Comic strips and illustrations, a timeline, glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to discover and think about energy and its future.Author Mike Goldsmith is a Doctor of Astrophysics, works as a scientist and was shortlisted for Royal Society Prize for Science Writing. Consultant Aimee Ambrose is Professor of Energy Policy at Sheffield Mallam University

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The title of this book We Were Not the Savages speaks to the truth of what happened when Europeans invaded Mi kmaw lands in the 17th century. Prior to the European invasion the Mi kmaq lived healthy lives and for thousands of years lived harmoniously with nature in the land they called Mi kma ki. This book sets the record straight. When the Europeans arrived, they were welcomed and sustained by the Mi kmaq. After they became well established, over the next three centuries, they turned on the Mi kmaq; their language, culture and their way of life was systematically ravaged by the newcomers to whom they had extended human kindness. The murderous savagery of white supremacist policies that begot residential schools, Indian reserves, scalping proclamations, etc., all but wiped out the Mi kmaw people. Yet the Mi kmaq survived and today stand defending the land, the water and nature s bounty from the European way of life, which threatens the natural world we live in and need to survive. Since the first edition was published in 1993, Daniel Paul s ongoing research puts the lie to the mainstream record of Canadian settler colonialism and reveals that the mistreatment of Indigenous Peoples throughout the Americas is not confined to the past. In this 4th edition the author shares his research, which catalogues not only the historical tragedy but the ongoing attempts to silence the Mi kmaq and other Indigenous Peoples. Paul s work continues to give the Mi kmaw people a voice that must be heard. It is a guiding light in a dark world.

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#39;Exquisite #39; National Geographic #39;Fascinating and informative, this text will appeal to lay readers and bird enthusiasts alike #39; Booklist #39;Unwin #39;s evocative prose is a perfect match for the vivid illustrations. This will be a hit with birdwatchers of all stripes #39; Publishers Weekly Author Mike Unwin invites readers on an avian journey around the globe, celebrating 80 of the world #39;s most awe-inspiring birds and revealing their impact on our lives. From Namibia #39;s sociable weaver, constructor of huge multi-nest #39;apartment blocks #39; in the desert, to China #39;s bar-headed goose, a high-flying migrant that crosses the Himalayas twice a year, each has a remarkable story to tell. Ryuto Miyake #39;s exquisite illustrations grace every page, bringing to life this timely reminder of the ways in which birds need us, and we need them.

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A phenomenal success since its publication in 1989, The Story of the Little Mole has delighted adults and children alike to become an all-time humour classic.CELEBRATING 35 YEARS AND OVER 3 MILLION SALES OF A PICTURE BOOK PHENOMENON!This joyful, mischievous and characterful picture book tells the tale of a little mole who wakes up one morning only to have one of the other animals do its business on his head. The lovably outraged Little Mole then sets out to track down the culprit to exact his revenge in his own little way.This new anniversary edition celebrates 35 years since the original publication. It includes a stunning hardback and luxurious slipcase, both stunningly foiled. It is a fantastic gift for fans, or those yet to be introduced to the book.As well as the story and all the original artwork, this edition features some bonus content about the author and illustrator, to further celebrate the brilliant creators of this modern classic.

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All drama takes the form of one of 36 situations. That was Georges Poltiâ ™s theory about theatre, which he put forward in his book 36 Dramatic Situations, published in French in the mid-19th century.A century and a half later, Mike Figgis was struggling with a film treatment. He couldnâ ™t get it right. But when he turned to Poltiâ ™s book, the sample situations helped clarify his ideas and broaden the landscape of his creativity. He saw just how useful this sort of a framework could be for writers, and decided to rework Poltiâ ™s theory for a modern, film-focused audience. Combining re-imagined situations with cinematic examples, and chart-based analysis of 150 great films, the resulting book is an invaluable and stimulating tool for any writer.

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A phenomenal success since its publication in 1989, The Story of the Little Mole has delighted adults and children alike to become an all-time humour classic.CELEBRATING 30 YEARS AND OVER 3 MILLION SALES OF A PICTURE BOOK PHENOMENON!This hilarious picture book tells the tale of a little mole who wakes up one morning only to have one of the other animals do its business on his head. The Little Mole then sets out to track down the culprit to exact his revenge in his own little way. This new anniversary edition is a fantastic way to introduce children to the amazing world of books.This children s classic by story and illustrator duo Werner Holzwarth and Wolf Erlbruch is now reissued in a special anniversary edition, with accompanying marketing and publicity campaign.This children s classic by story and illustrator duo Werner Holzwarth and Wolf Erlbruch is now reissued in a special anniversary edition, with accompanying marketing and publicity campaign.

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Quantum physicist, New York Times bestselling author, and BBC host Jim Al-Khalili offers a fascinating and illuminating look at what physics reveals about the worldShining a light on the most profound insights revealed by modern physics, Jim Al-Khalili invites us all to understand what this crucially important science tells us about the universe and the nature of reality itself.Al-Khalili begins by introducing the fundamental concepts of space, time, energy, and matter, and then describes the three pillars of modern physicsâ ”quantum theory, relativity, and thermodynamicsâ ”showing how all three must come together if we are ever to have a full understanding of reality. Using wonderful examples and thought-provoking analogies, Al-Khalili illuminates the physics of the extreme cosmic and quantum scales, the speculative frontiers of the field, and the physics that underpins our everyday experiences and technologies, bringing the reader up to speed with the biggest ideas in physics in just a few sittings. Physics is revealed as an intrepid human quest for ever more foundational principles that accurately explain the natural world we see around us, an undertaking guided by core values such as honesty and doubt. The knowledge discovered by physics both empowers and humbles us, and still, physics continues to delve valiantly into the unknown.Making even the most enigmatic scientific ideas accessible and captivating, this deeply insightful book illuminates why physics matters to everyone and calls one and all to share in the profound adventure of seeking truth in the world around us.

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The What Do We Know About? series explores the mysterious, the unknown, and the unexplained. Is this ancient curse fact, myth, or legend? Find out all we know about the curse of King Tut s tomb and its history in this exciting book!

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*** THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES TOP FIVE BESTSELLER ***Since its initial publication in 1978, The Stand has been considered No. 1 bestselling author and master storyteller Stephen King s seminal masterpiece of apocalyptic fiction, with millions of copies sold and adapted twice for television. Although there are other extraor-dinary works exploring the unravelling of human society, none have been as influential as this iconic novel - with generations of writers impacted by its dark yet ultimately hopeful vision of the end and new beginning of civilization, and its stunning array of unforgettable characters.Now for the first time, Stephen King has fully authorized a return to the harrowing world of The Stand through this original short story anthology as presented by award-winning authors and editors Christopher Golden and Brian Keene. Bringing together some of today s greatest and most visionary writers, The End of the World as We Know It fea-tures remarkable, all-new stories set during and after the events of The Stand - brilliant, terrifying, and painfully human tales that will resonate with readers everywhere as an essential companion to the clas-sic bestselling novel.

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Hudební CD - Více než 1,5 milionu alb prodaných ve Velké Británii a 3 po sobě jdoucí alba, která vyhrála hitparády pro Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds. Více než 1,5 milionu alb prodaných ve Velké Británii a 3 po sobě jdoucí alba, která vyhrála hitparády pro Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds - plus rekordních deset po sobě jdoucích umístěních mezi top studiovými alby ve Velké Británii. Album je k dispozici v luxusních formátech limitované edice s bonusovým diskem včetně dříve nevydané akustické verze, remixy, instrumentálky a dosud. Rok vydání : 2021 Seznam stop CD 1 Everybody #039;s On The Run / The Death Of You And Me / AKA ... What A Life! / If I Had A Gun / In The Heat Of The Moment / Riverman / Lock All The Doors / The Dying Of The Light / Ballad Of The Mighty I / We #039;re On Our Way Now CD 2 Black Star Dancing / Holy Mountain (Remastered) / A Dream Is All I Need To Get By / This Is The Place / It #039;s A Beautiful World / Blue Moon Rising / Dead...

Objev podobné jako Gallagher's Noel High Flying: Back The Way We Came: Vol. 1 (2011 - 2021) (3x CD) - CD (JDNCCD57X)

Hudební CD - Více než 1,5 milionu alb prodaných ve Velké Británii a 3 po sobě jdoucí alba, která vyhrála hitparády pro Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds. Více než 1,5 milionu alb prodaných ve Velké Británii a 3 po sobě jdoucí alba, která vyhrála hitparády pro Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds - plus rekordních deset po sobě jdoucích umístěních mezi top studiovými alby ve Velké Británii. Album je k dispozici v luxusních formátech limitované edice s bonusovým diskem včetně dříve nevydané akustické verze, remixy, instrumentálky a dosud. Rok vydání : 2021 Seznam stop CD 1 Everybody #039;s On The Run / The Death Of You And Me / AKA ... What A Life! / If I Had A Gun / In The Heat Of The Moment / Riverman / Lock All The Doors / The Dying Of The Light / Ballad Of The Mighty I / We #039;re On Our Way Now CD 2 Black Star Dancing / Holy Mountain (Remastered) / A Dream Is All I Need To Get By / This Is The Place / It #039;s A Beautiful World / Blue Moon Rising / Dead...

Objev podobné jako Gallagher's Noel High Flying: Back The Way We Came: Vol. 1 (2011 - 2021) (2x CD) - CD (JDNCCD57)

With an Introduction and Notes by Peter Merchant. Canterbury Christ Church College.The tough-mindedness of the social satire in and its air of palpable integrity give this novel a special place in Anthony Trollope s Literary career. Trollope paints a picture as panoramic as his title promises, of the life of 1870s London, the loves of those drawn to and through the city, and the career of Augustus Melmotte. Melmotte is one of the Victorian novel s greatest and strangest creations, and is an achievement undimmed by the passage of time.Trollope s Now might, in the twenty-first century, look like some distant disenchanted Then , but this is still the yesterday which we must understand in order to make proper sense of our today.

Objev podobné jako The Way We Live Now - Anthony Trollope

I loved this book. MATT HAIG__________ If you have anxiety, this book is for you.If you love someone who is anxious, this book is for you.I Quit Sugar founder and New York Times bestselling author Sarah Wilson has lived through high anxiety - including bipolar, OCD and several suicide attempts - her whole life. Perhaps like you, she grew tired of seeing anxiety as a disease that must be medicated into submission. Could anxiety be re-sewn, she asked, into a thing of beauty?So began a seven-year journey to find a more meaningful and helpful take on anxiety. Living out of two suitcases, Sarah travelled the world, meeting with His Holiness The Dalai Lama, with Oprah s life coach, with major mental health organizations and hundreds of others in a quest to unravel the knotted ball of wool that is the anxious condition. She emerged with the very best philosophy, science and hacks for thriving with the beast.First, We Make the Beast Beautiful is a book with a big heart, paving the way for richer, kinder and wiser conversations about anxiety.__________ Probably the best book on living with anxiety that I ve ever read. MARK MANSON, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

Objev podobné jako First, We Make the Beast Beautiful - Sarah Wilson

A speculative glimpse at the numerous possibilities of how the world will end and what happens when it does, written by VICE journalist Mike Pearl

Objev podobné jako The Day It Finally Happens - Mike Pearl

Since its initial publication in 1978, The Stand has been considered No. 1 bestselling author and master storyteller Stephen King s seminal masterpiece of apocalyptic fiction, with millions of copies sold and adapted twice for television. Although there are other extraor dinary works exploring the unravelling of human society, none have been as influential as this iconic novel - with generations of writers impacted by its dark yet ultimately hopeful vision of the end and new beginning of civilization, and its stunning array of unforgettable characters.Now for the first time, Stephen King has fully authorized a return to the harrowing world of The Stand through this original short story anthology as presented by award-winning authors and editors Christopher Golden and Brian Keene. Bringing together some of today s greatest and most visionary writers, The End of the World as We Know It fea tures remarkable, all-new stories set during and after the events of The Stand - brilliant, terrifying, and painfully human tales that will resonate with readers everywhere as an essential companion to the clas sic bestselling novel.

Objev podobné jako The End of the World as We Know It - Stephen King

BOOK OF THE YEAR, The Times, Guardian and ProspectWas Harold Wilson a bigger figure than Denis Healey? Was John Major more prime ministerial than Michael Heseltine? Would David Miliband have become prime minister if it were not for his brother Ed? Would Ed have become prime minister if it were not for David? How close did Jeremy Corbyn come to being prime minister? In this piercing and original study, journalist and commentator Steve Richards looks at eleven prime ministers we never had, examining what made each of these illustrious figures unique and why they failed to make the final leap to the very top. Combining astute insights into the demands of leadership with compelling historical analysis, this fascinating exploration of failure and success sheds new light on some of the most compelling characters in British public life.

Objev podobné jako The Prime Ministers We Never Had - Steve Richards

A dramatic, gripping account of the life and death of the notorious British tech mogul, Mike Lynch.

Objev podobné jako The Curious Case of Mike Lynch - Katie Prescott