the lady from arezzo alfred brendel

The title of this collection of essays refers to a tailor’s mannequin that Alfred Brendel spotted in a shop window in Arezzo, a small Tuscan town. Who is this strange lady? What is she looking at? And why is she carrying an egg on her head? The mannequin now graces a room in the attic of Brendel’s house in Hampstead. Her features convey great artistic seriousness in combination with absurd comedy: the epitome of his own musical and literary preferences. And so, in his delightful new collection, great masters of nonsense meet great masters of music.

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''What a great novel, its language and storytelling so light but also raw and lyrical. A tremendous writer. Read this book'' ADRIAAN VAN DIS. Alan Noland discovers his father''s memoirs and learns the truth about the violent man he despised. In this unsparing family history, Alan distils his father''s life in the Dutch East Indies into one furious utterance. He reads about his work as an interpreter during the war with Japan, his life as an assassin, and his decision to murder Indonesians in the service of the Dutch without any conscience. How he fled to the Netherlands to escape being executed as a traitor and met Alan''s mother soon after. As he reads his father''s story Alan begins to understand how war transformed his father into the monster he knew. Birney exposes a crucial chapter in Dutch and European history that was deliberately concealed behind the ideological facade of postwar optimism. Readers of this superb novel will find that it reverberates long afterwards in their memory.

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''One of the greatest anti-heroes ever written'' LEE CHILDSummer 1942. When Bernie Gunther is ordered to speak at an international police conference, an old acquaintance has a favour to ask. Little does Bernie suspect what this simple surveillance task will provoke... One year later, resurfacing from the hell of the Eastern Front, a superior gives him another task that seems straightforward: locating the father of Dalia Dresner, the rising star of German cinema. Bernie accepts the job. Not that he has much choice - the superior is Goebbels himself. But Dresner''s father hails from Yugoslavia, a country so riven by sectarian horrors that even Bernie''s stomach is turned. Yet even with monsters at home and abroad, one thing alone drives him on from Berlin to Zagreb to Zurich: Bernie Gunther has fallen in love.

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A thrilling dissection of desire, loss and rebirth for the contemporary age adapted by multi-award-winning theatre maker Simon Stone

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Her best friend disappeared. A stranger came back.SEX AND THE CITY MEETS STEPHEN KING''S THE SHINING IN THIS CHILLING DEBUT Julie is missing, and no one believes she will ever return-except Elise. Elise knows Julie better than anyone. She feels it in her bones that her best friend is out there and that one day Julie will come back.She''s right. Two years to the day that Julie went missing, she reappears with no memory of where she''s been or what happened to her.Along with Molly and Mae, their two close friends from college, the women decide to reunite at a remote inn. But the second Elise sees Julie, she knows something is wrong-she''s emaciated, with sallow skin and odd appetites. And as the weekend unfurls, it becomes impossible to deny that the Julie who vanished two years ago is not the same Julie who came back. But then who-or what-is she?An eerie storm of a debut that fuses thriller and horror into a brilliant depiction of women''s friendships - the rivalries, jealousies, anxieties and love.Praise for THE RETURN''The Return expertly treads the fine line between thriller and horror. It''s as deliciously creepy as opening up a box of candy-coated spiders-and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Kniha The Shining od Stephena Kinga vypráví příběh pětiletého Dannyho, který má psychické schopnosti. Když se jeho rodina přestěhuje jako správci do opuštěného hotelu Overlook, Danny začne zažívat děsivé vize. Hotel ožívá vlastním životem a rodina se ocitá v pasti během zimní bouře.

• Klasický horor od Stephena Kinga v anglickém jazyce
• Brožovaná vazba pro snadné čtení a přenášení
• Intenzivní atmosféra izolace a nadpřirozena
• Poutavý příběh s psychologickými prvky

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Velmi osobní setkání s Alfredem Brendelem. Přednášky: Můj hudební život - Beethovenovy poslední sonáty a jeho pozdní styl - Jak hrát Mozarta. Masterclass: Klavírní trio č. 1 B dur op. 99, D 898 Alfred Brendel. Jan Bartoš - klavír, Trio Incendio (Karolína Františová - klavír, Filip Zaykov - housle, Vilém Petras - violoncello) Když se Alfred Brendel v prosinci 2008 před dojatým vídeňským publikem loučil po 60 letech s kariérou klavíristy, nebyla to "tečka", jak se v tu chvíli zdálo. Spíše "středník". Uvolněnou kapacitu Brendel investoval do dalších svých "životů" - psaní (hudebních esejů a poesie), přednášení, vedení mistrovských kursů. V lednu 2021 vstupuje do svých devadesátých let - se zkušeností hodnou jeho věku, ale i s chutí poznávat a učit se, která by vydala na další život. A také s humorem, který nezřídka obrací k sobě samému. Málokterá osobnost ovlivnila interpretaci a vnímání hudby jako právě Brendel. Jako první natočil celé Beethovenovo klavírní dílo, podařilo se mu na koncertní pódia vrátit hudbu Franze Schuberta atd. V posledních letech se stále vracel do Prahy a z jeho přednášek a masterclass v Rudolfinu vzniklo i předkládané DVD. Beethoven, Mozart a Schubert jsou jména nejsilněji spjatá s Brendelem - klavíristou. V autobiografické ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Neformální řada spisů Alfreda Brendela se uzavírá knihou rozhovorů a esejů, v nichž na sebe tento legendární klavírista prozrazuje mnohé, nikdy však nesklouzává k „autobiografii“ a bulváru. Prozrazuje své preference v literatuře, hudbě a filmu a hovoří též o svých sympatiích k surrealismu a absurdnu. Alfred Brendel (5. ledna 1931) je rakousko-britský klavírista, básník a spisovatel. Bývá považován za jednoho z největších pianistů všech dob. Narodil se v Loučné nad Desnou v okrese Šumperk v rodině nehudebníků. Do svých šesti let žil v Československu, poté se rodina odstěhovala do Záhřebu v Jugoslávii a pak do rakouského Štýrského Hradce. Na hodiny klavíru začal docházet v šesti letech. Pak studoval na konzervatoři ve Štýrském Hradci u profesorky Ludoviky von Kaanové a kompozici u Artura Michela. Studia dokončil u rakouského klavíristy a skladatele Eduarda Steuermanna, a zejména absolvováním mistrovských kurzů švýcarského pianisty a dirigenta Edwina Fischera. Brendel poprvé veřejně koncertoval ve Štýrském Hradci, když mu bylo sedmnáct.

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''This book distils what, at my advanced age, I feel able to say about music, musicians, and matters of my pianistic profession.'' Ever since Alfred Brendel bid farewell to the concert stage after six decades of performing, he has been passing on his insight and experience in the form of lectures, readings and master-classes. This reader for lovers of the piano distils his musical and linguistic eloquence and vast knowledge, and will prove invaluable to anyone with an interest in the technique, history and repertoire of the piano. Erudite, witty, enlightening and deeply personal, A Pianist''s A to Z is the ideal book for all piano lovers, musicians and music aficionados: rarely has the instrument been described in such an entertaining and intelligent fashion.

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Kniha 2x 2 = 13 přináší sebrané básně klavirísty Alfreda Brendela, jednoho z nejvýznamnějších světových umělců současnosti. Je-li v případě interpretace skladeb Mozarta, Beethovena, Schuberta, Schumanna a Liszta (jmenujeme skladatele Brendelem často hrané a mnohokrát nahrávané) jeho pozornost obrácena především do minulosti a nutně limitována notovým zápisem, nalézá tato nevyhnutelná umělecká kázeň u Brendela svůj protipól ve tvorbě veršů. Pro Brendela-básníka neznamená poezie "vedlejší umělecký poměr", nýbrž tvůrčí i filozofické sebevyjádření. K jeho inspiračním zdrojům patří evropská básnická moderna, počínaje dadaismem, a básnický experiment, ovlivněný absurdní literaturou a oceňovaný pro již výše zmíněný smysl pro humor a sarkasmus. V tomto ohledu se jeho poetika stává blízkou i české básnické tradici a českému čtenáři, což si autor mimo jiné i díky svým návštěvám České republiky uvědomuje jako svého druhu spříznění se svou původní vlastí. Slavný anglický dramatik a nositel Nobelovy ceny za literaturu Harold Pinter napsal: "Číst poezii Alfreda Brendela je požitkem. Jeho styl je nádherně excentrický a vtipný - prsty slavného virtuoza vyluzují nový a vzácný zvuk".

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Elizabeth Romer lives in the village or Arezzo, in Tuscany, during the cold winter months. She and her husband also live a rustic life in an Italian country farmhouse, but it is cut off by snow in the winter. She tells us about the culinary history of the region, historical cooks, their recipes gathered from editions of their original cooking books, and versions cooked by Beppina, whose account of life in Arezzo the author came across in a dusty shop. The result is a wonderful account of the produce, traditions and recipes, all given in detail. From Baroque times to the present day, the reader will feel they are walking through the market and gardens of Arezzo, sampling wines, cheeses and country produce that could be taken home to cook delicious meals with.

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A unique insight into the exceptional mind of one of the outstanding musicians of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

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Of the three great German word-artists of the first half of the 20th century, Alfred Doblin remains the least known. The other two are Thomas Mann, whose attitude towards Doblin ranged from cautious admiration to violent rage; and Berthold Brecht, who learned much from the ideas of his friend Doblin. Anglophone readers have almost no source of information about Doblin, or about the few works already translated into English (Berlin Alexanderplatz perhaps excepted). In Germany, reliable editions of Doblin trickled out between the 1980s (decades after his death in 1957!) and the 2010s. Academic lit. crit. scholars enjoy tackling aspects of his life and output in ways attractive to other scholars. But little has been done to promote Doblin to a wider pool of readers. For the first time, Adventurous Readers provides the inquisitive reader with a map, compass and rations to sustain them as they proceed through the vividly imagined exotic landscapes of his epic novels. Doblin famously declared: ''If a novel can''t be cut up into ten pieces like a worm, and each piece lives by itself, it is worthless''. The seventy-two excerpts presented in this book show how he put this maxim into practice. Each deserves close ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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"The Malay Archipelago" is a two-volume book written by British naturalist and explorer Alfred Russel Wallace. The book recounts Wallace's travels through the Malay Archipelago (present-day Indonesia, Malaysia, and surrounding areas) between 1854 and 1862. In Volume 1, Wallace describes his journey through the Malay Archipelago, documenting the flora and fauna he encountered and the people and cultures he encountered along the way. He provides detailed accounts of his adventures, including his encounters with orangutans, his travels along the rivers of Borneo, and his interactions with the indigenous peoples of the region. Are you interested in learning about the flora and fauna of Malay? One of the key themes of the book is Wallace's observations on the distribution of animal species across the region. The author observed that there were distinct regions with their own unique animal populations, which he called "zoological provinces". Throughout the book, Wallace also reflects on the impact of colonialism and the exploitation of natural resources in the region and offers insights into the social and cultural practices of the indigenous peoples he encountered.

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A beautiful new edition of a classic work of landscape history, in which Alfred Watkins introduced the idea of ancient ''ley lines'' criss-crossing the English countryside.First published in 1925, The Old Straight Track described the author''s theory of ''ley lines'', pre-Roman pathways consisting of aligned stone circles and prehistoric mounds, used by our Neolithic ancestors.Watkins''s ideas have intrigued and inspired generations of readers – from historians to hill walkers, and from amateur archaeologists to new-age occultists.This edition of The Old Straight Track, with a substantial introduction by Robert Macfarlane, will appeal to all who treasure the history, contours and mystery of Britain''s ancient landscapes.

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In 1956, photographer Alfred Wertheimer was asked to photograph the then twenty-one-year-old Elvis Presley just as his career was about to explode. This book features the collection of photos taken by Wertheimer, offering a snapshot of the young Elvis Presley’s remarkable rise to fame and his permanent status as the “King of Rock ’n’ Roll.” In 1956, Alfred Wertheimer was asked by Presley’s new label, RCA Victor, to photograph Elvis Presley’s budding career just as it was about to take off in a way the world had never seen. With unimpeded access to the young performer, Wertheimer captured unguarded and everyday moments in Elvis’s life during that crucial year. It was a year that took him from Tupelo, Mississippi, to the silver screen, the verge of international stardom, and his crowning as the “King of Rock 'n' Roll.” As Wertheimer photographed Elvis during 1956, and again in 1958, he created classic images that are spontaneous, unrehearsed, and without artifice. A PIVOTAL YEAR: Dubbed the “King of Rock ’n’ Roll” in 1956, 21-year-old Elvis, placed 17 songs on Billboard’s Top 100 singles chart, including 3 singles that reached #1, appeared multiple prime-time TV variety shows, performed 143 times in 79 different ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Every chapter has been revised and some significantly expanded, particularly those on planning, conducting and reviewing lazy lessons. Others have been updated with Jim''s latest tried-and-tested techniques, which all shift the emphasis away from the teaching and onto the learning. Have you ever wondered what would happen in your classroom if you simply stopped teaching? Over the last few decades the demands of countless education initiatives, not to mention the pressures good teachers put on themselves, have seen so much teaching squeezed into our lessons, it must have squeezed out some of the learning. Maybe if we spent a little less time teaching and gave students a little more time to learn, things would be different. Maybe this would allow us more opportunities to build relationships with the class and develop that all-important rapport with the individuals who might just need us most. Maybe we could even reclaim our Sunday afternoons from planning and marking? The Lazy Way can help you get more out of your students and at the same time help you to get your life back. More than just a series of tricks, the Lazy Way is something Jim Smith has put together over years of experience ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The landmark novel that inspired both Verdi''s opera La Traviata and the Oscar-winning musical Moulin Rouge!, in a sparkling new translation. One of the greatest love stories of all time, The Lady of the Camellias recounts the history of Marguerite Gautier, the most beautiful, brazen, and expensive courtesan in all of Paris. Known to all as ''the Lady of the Camellias'' because she is never seen without her favourite flowers, she leads a glittering life of endless parties and aristocratic balls, with the richest men in France flocking to her boudoir to lay their fortunes at her feet. But despite having many lovers, she has never really loved - until she meets Armand Duval, young, handsome and from a lower social class, and yet hopelessly in love with Marguerite.ALEXANDRE DUMAS fils (1824-1895) was the son of the famous novelist Alexandre Dumas. In 1847 he published his first novel, Adventures of Four Women and a Parrot, followed a year later by The Lady of the Camellias and ten other novels over the next decade. After the great success of the dramatic version of The Lady of the Camellias, he was gradually drawn away from the novel to the stage. In 1874 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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V tomto růžovém Champagne je jasně patrný styl značky Alfred Gratien. Cuvée kombinuje elegance Chardonnay a ovocné tóny s Meunier. Intenzivnější růžové barvy je dosaženo přidáním tichého vína Pinot Noir.

• Rafinovaný styl značky
• Elegance Chardonnay a ovocné tóny
• Intenzivnější růžové barvy

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Alfred Gratien Clasique brut je klasické francouzské Champagne založené na rafinovaném cuvée, kterému dominuje ovocitý Meunier kombinovaný s elegantním Chardonnay. Má zlatavou barvu a typické aroma připomínající citrusové a exotické plody. Chuť je bohatá, šťavnatá s patrnou kyselinkou a dlouhou dochutí.

• Rafinovaný ovocitý aroma
• Elegantní chuť s kyselinkou
• Dlouhá dochutí a bohatá chuť

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Throughout the ages flags have been a means of cultural and national identity, communication, and a means of representation for groups and associations. Compiled by a leading authority this book, newly updated for this larger format edition, is a definitive and exhaustive visual reference to international flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states. Split into two sections, the first part of the book presents a fascinating overview of the history of flags, from the 3rd century BC to the 21st century. The second section covers over 600 flags in current use, including a continent- by-continent examination of countries, territories, organizations, individuals and causes. Lavishly illustrated, this book is both a stunning reference book and an invaluable resource. Fascinating and compelling, it offers historical, geographical and political insights into one of our most ancient forms of identification and communication.

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''I was able to get on well with everyone below stairs and above, or so I thought until I began working for Lady Astor...'' In 1929, Yorkshire lass Rosina Harrison became personal maid to Lady Astor: the first female Member of Parliament to take her seat and wife of one of England''s wealthiest lords. Lady Astor was brilliant yet tempestuous, but outspoken Rose gave as good as she got. For 35 years the battle of wills and wits raged between the two women, until an unlikely friendship began to emerge.The Lady''s Maid is a captivating insight into the great wealth ''upstairs'' but also the endless work ''downstairs'', but it is Rose''s unique relationship with Lady Astor that makes this book a truly enticing read.Please note, The Lady''s Maid is the new title for the book originally published as Rose.

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In 878, Alfred, king of Wessex was on the verge of oblivion. Trapped on a small island in the Somerset Levels, it seemed as if he and his kingdom were about to be destroyed. Yet within months he had defeated the Viking invaders and started to reverse the tide of conquest.While Alfred was driven by the prospect of a land called England that did not yet exist, he was not the one who finally created it. Two of his children, Edward – king of Wessex after him – and his remarkable daughter Æthelflæd, the Lady of the Mercians, expanded his kingdom into Mercia in the Midlands. His grandson Æthelstan confirmed the conquest of the north at one of the great battles of the so-called Dark Ages at Brunanburh. The triumph of Alfred’s dynasty was cemented by the short but magnificent reign of Edgar ‘the Peaceable’, a man who could claim to be not just king of England but emperor of the whole of Britain.The ultimate collapse of Anglo-Saxon England, first of all in the face of Cnut of Denmark’s campaigns in 1015/16 and later in the Norman Conquest of 1066, has unjustly obscured their achievements. This book tells the story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Of all the extraordinary Victorian travelogues, The Malay Archipelago has a fair claim to be the greatest - both as a beautiful, alarming, vivid and gripping account of some eight years'' travel across the entire Malay world - from Singapore to the western edges of New Guinea - and as the record of a great mind. As Wallace, often under conditions of terrible hardship and sickness, battles through jungles, lives with headhunters, and collects beetles, butterflies and birds-of-paradise, he makes discoveries about the workings of biology that have shaped our view of the world ever since.

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The Lady of Hirta by W.C. Mackenzie is an engaging historical novel that offers a fresh and thrilling exploration of 18th-century Scotland through the mysterious story of Lady Rachel Grange.Readers are immersed in the perspective of Reverend Ferchard Ross, minister of the Kirk of Scotland, as he sets out to uncover the truth behind Lady Rachel’s infamous kidnapping and the events that led her to be imprisoned on the secluded Hirta, the largest island in the St Kilda archipelago. The novel’s rich detail and atmospheric setting bring the isolated island to life, celebrating Scotland’s heritage with authenticity and reverence.Fans of historical mysteries, psychological thrillers and tales of complex relationships will find The Lady of Hirta irresistible. The layered characters and morally ambiguous relationships offer a deep, thought-provoking reading experience, appealing to those interested in character-driven narratives that question social norms and justice. Through Ross’ eyes, readers experience the secrets, power struggles and betrayals that define Lady Grange’s life and her tumultuous marriage to Lord Grange.With vivid landscapes, a carefully crafted plot and the exploration of human complexity, The Lady of Hirta promises to captivate lovers of historical fiction, Scottish culture and anyone seeking an evocative story that lingers long after ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This authoritative edition was originally published in the acclaimed Oxford Authors series under the general editorship of Frank Kermode. It brings together a unique combination of Tennyson''s poetry and prose - juvenilia as well as his best-known poems, and letters and journal entries - to give the essence of his work and thinking.Tennyson was acclaimed in his own day as the chief poetic voice of his age, and he remains one of the most highly regarded masters of the music and mood of poetry. This edition selects extensively from Tennyson''s entire career, beginning with his striking juvenilia, through his career as Poet Laureate and the powerful poetry he wrote in his ninth decade. It contains such classics as ''The Lady of Shalott'', ''Morte d''Arthur'', Break, Break, Break'', ''Locksley Hall'', ''Ulysses'', ''The Charge of the Light Brigade'', and ''Tears, Idle Tears''. It also includes in its entirety Tennyson''s quasi-feminist epic The Princess, as well as the whole of In Memoriam, Maud, Enoch Arden, and several of the Idylls of the King. The poems are augmented with a broad selection from Tennyson''s letters, as well as relevant passages from his son Hallam Tennyson''s Memoir of his father, where Tennyson talks widely about ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In 878, Alfred, king of Wessex was on the verge of oblivion. Trapped on a small island in the Somerset Levels, it seemed as if he and his kingdom were about to be destroyed. Yet within months he had defeated the Viking invaders and started to reverse the tide of conquest.While Alfred was driven by the prospect of a land called England that did not yet exist, he was not the one who finally created it. Two of his children, Edward – king of Wessex after him – and his remarkable daughter Æthelflæd, the Lady of the Mercians, expanded his kingdom into Mercia in the Midlands. His grandson Æthelstan confirmed the conquest of the north at one of the great battles of the so-called Dark Ages at Brunanburh. The triumph of Alfred’s dynasty was cemented by the short but magnificent reign of Edgar ‘the Peaceable’, a man who could claim to be not just king of England but emperor of the whole of Britain.The ultimate collapse of Anglo-Saxon England, first of all in the face of Cnut of Denmark’s campaigns in 1015/16 and later in the Norman Conquest of 1066, has unjustly obscured their achievements. This book tells the story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A brilliant, bruising depiction of the dark side of 1950s Hollywood, from the author of In Love.At a Hollywood party, a screenwriter rescues an aspiring actress from a drunken suicide attempt. He is married, disillusioned; she is young, seemingly wise to the world and its slights. They slide into a casual relationship together, but as they become ever more entangled, he realises that his actions may have more serious consequences than he could ever have suspected. Hayes'' exquisite novella, written in his cool, inimitable style, holds a revealing light to the hollowness of the Hollywood dream and exposes the untruths we tell ourselves, even when we think we have left illusions behind.''A masterpiece ... an insider''s manual for all those who would aspire to fame, the ghostly glamour of the movies'' Nicholas Lezard, Guardian''Hayes is the poet of the things we think about while lying in bed, when sleep refuses to carry us off'' David Thomson

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**The 30th Anniversary Edition: revised and updated for old and new fans of Lynda La Plante** From the bestselling screenwriter and author of The Dirty Dozen. One family. One legacy. One curse. Hugh is a hardened miner from the Welsh Valleys who has seen the better part of his life pass him by. His daughter Evelyne, true to his fears, has lost her heart to a man from a troubled life on the road. Freedom , a handsome prizefighter is saved from the gallows only to do battle for the heavyweight championship of the world. From the poverty of the Welsh pit valleys to the glories of the prize ring, from the dangers of Prohibition America to the terrors of Britain at war, Lynda La Plante delves into the lives of a remarkable family and the curse that forged their names…**Lynda La Plante's Widows is now a major motion picture**Praise for Lynda La Plante 'Lynda La Plante practically invented the thriller' Karin Slaughter 'Classic Lynda - a fabulous read' Martina Cole 'Satisfyingly full of twists and turns' The Independent 'A rare ring of authenticity' Sunday Telegraph 'An absorbingly twisty plot' Guardian

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The most ubiquitous, and perhaps the most intriguing, number pattern in mathematics is the Fibonacci sequence. In this simple pattern beginning with two ones, each succeeding number is the sum of the two numbers immediately preceding it (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, ad infinitum). Far from being just a curiosity, this sequence recurs in structures found throughout nature - from the arrangement of whorls on a pinecone to the branches of certain plant stems. All of which is astounding evidence for the deep mathematical basis of the natural world. With admirable clarity, two veteran math educators take us on a fascinating tour of the many ramifications of the Fibonacci numbers. They begin with a brief history of a distinguished Italian discoverer, who, among other accomplishments, was responsible for popularizing the use of Arabic numerals in the West. Turning to botany, the authors demonstrate, through illustrative diagrams, the unbelievable connections between Fibonacci numbers and natural forms (pineapples, sunflowers, and daisies are just a few examples). In art, architecture, the stock market, and other areas of society and culture, they point out numerous examples of the Fibonacci sequence as well as its derivative, the "golden ratio." And of course ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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IN A LAND OF KNIGHTS AND KINGS, TWO WOMEN WILL REWRITE THE RULES OF LOVE AND MAGICA spellbinding sapphic reimagining of the myths of Camelot from award-winning historian and YouTube sensation Jean Menzies.''A fierce, luminous and captivating reimagining of Arthurian legend that pairs feminist resistance with a scorching sapphic romance. The Lady of The Lake had me completely under its spell’ BEA FITZGERALD--When Lady Viviane leaves the lakes of the far North for the splendour of Camelot, she knows the destiny her father has planned for her. To capture the heart and hand of the young prince, Arthur. To bring her family richness and glory.But it is Arthur’s sister Morgan who captures Viviane’s eye. Fierce and headstrong, Morgan sees another path – one she and Viviane can carve for themselves in this world built for knights and kings.Now everything has shifted and changed. Under the guidance of the court sorcerer Merlin, she discovers magical powers within herself. And before long, she finds her friendship with Morgan deepening to the first flush of love.But in Camelot, eyes are everywhere and no one is as they seem. The quest for power breeds darkness and danger, and when Arthur pulls the legendary sword ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Italy''s ''second city'' oozes culture and style - Milan has exquisite architecture, world-class museums, chic boutiques, bustling markets and trendy night spots - and all of this within striking distance of the tranquility of the Italian lakes. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you''ll find your way around Milan and the Lakes with absolute ease.Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Milan and the Lakes into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best museums, places to eat, shops and festivals.You''ll discover:- Nine easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week- Detailed Top 10 lists of Milan''s must-sees, including detailed descriptions of Leonardo''s Last Supper, Milan''s Duomo, Pinacoteca di Brera, Castello Sforzesco, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, Sant''Ambrogio, Navigli, Isole Borromee, Bergamo and Mantua- Milan and the Lakes'' most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, dining, and sightseeing- Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including children''s attractions, things to do for free and and hidden gems off the beaten track- A laminated pull-out map of Milan and the Lakes, plus eight colour area maps- Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Get closer to Milan and the Lakes with DK EyewitnessBoat trips around Lake Maggiore. Long evening dinners at lively trattorias. Leonardo da Vinci''s timeless masterpieces. Milan and the Lakes are a must-visit, with much to see and do. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion.With a brand-new design, new photography and inspirational content, this fully updated guide brings Milan and the Lakes to life, transporting you there as no other travel guide does. You''ll find trusted travel advice, expert-led insights, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the city''s buildings and neighbourhoods. You''ll discover: - Our pick of Milan and the Lake''s must-sees and top experiences - Beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Milan and the Lakes - The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - Detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy - Easy-to-follow itineraries - Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe - Colour-coded chapters to each part of Milan and the Lakes - A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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*Following the 30th Anniversary edition of The Legacy comes the thrilling sequel, The Talisman, from bestselling screenwriter and author of The Dirty Dozen, Lynda La Plante. The Talisman is the key to a fortune, or so the tradition says. Each new generation can benefit if they remain selfless enough. Evelyne and Juliana, the fourth generation, are still haunted by the family's past. Edward inherited his father's looks - and his curse - while Alex's quest for revenge will fuel an empire. But a fortune can make people ruthless - and a family can hit you where it hurts. This is the passionate story of a family's live and fortunes and the curse that forged their names . . .***Lynda La Plante's Widows is now a major motion picture***Praise for Lynda La Plante 'Lynda La Plante practically invented the thriller' Karin Slaughter 'Classic Lynda - a fabulous read' Martina Cole 'Satisfyingly full of twists and turns' The Independent 'A rare ring of authenticity' Sunday Telegraph 'An absorbingly twisty plot' Guardian

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Bestselling author and TikTok sensation Andrea Samayoa returns with a deeply transformative, no-nonsense guide to shadow work and self-care, perfect for lazy witches everywhere.The author of Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days is back to take you on a journey to deal with your sh*t. But this isn’t just another shadow work book. This is shadow work for “lazy” witches—a refreshingly accessible guide packed with super easy spells, rituals, and practices designed for those navigating mental, emotional, or physical challenges. So, like, all of us, right?If you’ve ever felt weighed down by self-doubt, emotional fatigue, or past wounds, this book is your invitation to heal, recharge, and embrace your full magical potential. You can’t pour from an empty cup—so how do you expect to power a manifestation spell when your soul is clouded with emotional or spiritual gunk? Don’t worry—this book will help clear all of that out so you can be your best wild witchy self.Divided into three parts focused on preparing for, navigating, and recovering from shadow work, The Lazy Witchcraft Guide to Shadow Work takes you step by step through the process of confronting and exploring your past traumas and learning to love all parts of yourself. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The reader gallops through the story on the back of the unicorn, which will find shelter in the heart of a secret garden, a peaceful alcove where love is awaiting. The Lady and the Unicorn is an adventure tale of love and magic. The Unicorn's horn was known to have supreme powers and was a prize possession. It could turn polluted lakes and streams into drinkable water for woodland creatures. Hunted by a Feudal Lord, the Unicorn escapes into a secret garden to find a young lady in the middle of the garden playing an organ. She turns a mirror towards the Unicorn, who is magically transformed into a knight. He immediately declares his love for the lady, who smiles at him. The Unicorn Tapestries in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the Cluny Museum in Paris, serve as the inspiration for the story. The book ends with information about the tapestries, that connects the illustrations to the reproductions of the tapestries in order to decipher the symbols and their meanings at the heart of the work. Kids and adults of all ages are sure to enjoy this beautifully illustrated and engaging story.

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"The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories" is a collection of short stories written by Anton Chekhov, a Russian playwright, and author, and is the third volume of his works. The titular story, "The Lady with the Dog," is a poignant tale of an affair between a married man and a young woman while on vacation in Yalta. This story explores themes of love, morality, and the societal constraints placed upon relationships. The other stories in the collection also examine the complexities of human relationships, with a particular focus on the struggles of the Russian middle class. From the disillusionment of a husband with his marriage to the breakdown of a family business, this story of Chekhov provides insight into the struggles of everyday people. Chekhov is known for his masterful use of understatement and subtlety, and his writing has been highly influential in the development of the short story form. "The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories" is a must-read for those interested in exploring the human condition through the lens of Russian literature.

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When Lady Viviane leaves the lakes of the far North for the splendour of Camelot, she knows the destiny her father has planned for her. To capture the heart and hand of the young prince, Arthur.To bring her family richness and glory.But it is Arthur's sister Morgan who captures Viviane's eye. Fierce and headstrong, Morgan sees another path - one she and Viviane can carve for themselves in this world built for knights and kings.Now everything has shifted and changed. Under the guidance of the court sorcerer Merlin, she discovers magical powers within herself.And before long, she finds her friendship with Morgan deepening to the first flush of love.But in Camelot eyes are everywhere and no one is as they seem. The quest for power breeds darkness and danger, and when Arthur pulls the legendary sword from the stone and rises to King, his closest allies will ask terrible things of Viviane and Morgan - striving to tear them apart for their own ends.And if they cannot find their way back to each other, Camelot itself could fall . .

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William Wordsworth''s Guide to the Lakes gives a first-hand account of his feelings about the unique countryside that was the source of his inspiration. He addresses concerns that are relevant today, such as how the growing number of visitors, and the money they might bring, would affect such a small and vulnerable landscape.It is now understood that Wordsworth''s notion of the Lake District as ''a sort of national property, in which every man has a right and interest who has an eye to perceive and a heart to enjoy'', expressed in his Guide, gave a rationale for the foundation of the National Trust in 1895 and the establishment of the Lake District National Park in 1951. Furthermore, the 2017 nomination document for the Lake District as a World Heritage site quotes this phrase in recognition of Wordsworth''s contribution to the idea that ''landscape has a value, and that everyone has a right to appreciate and enjoy it''. We can now see how Wordsworth''s Guide has had a far-reaching influence on the modern concept of legally-protected landscape. First published in 1810 and repeatedly revised by its author over the ensuing twenty-five years, William Wordsworth''s Guide to the Lakes has long been ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A fresh, innovative interpretation of the life, work and lasting influence of the twentieth century’s most iconic filmmaker.

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‘The story is juicy, the detail about Lagos life is rich - I gobbled it all up’ PANDORA SYKES, Books and Bits''I was hooked right through to the shocking end'' BERNARDINE EVARISTO''An excellent read'' GUARDIAN''Big Little Lies meets The White Lotus'' GOOD MORNING AMERICA''Beautifully written, immersive, thought-provoking'' MARIAN KEYES''A gripping mystery, a portrait of an exhilarating but perilous city and a nuanced examination of clashing cultures'' FINANCIAL TIMES''Obsessed'' KERRY WASHINGTON''A shimmering success'' DIANA EVANSTHE PERFECT WIFE. THE PERFECT MURDER.Nicole Oruwari has the perfect life: a handsome husband, a palatial house in the heart of Lagos and a glamorous group of friends. She left London and a troubled family past behind to become part of a community of expat wives.But when Nicole disappears without a trace after a boat trip, the cracks in her so-called perfect life start to show. As the investigation turns up nothing but dead ends, her aunt Claudine flies to Nigeria to take matters into her own hands. As she digs into her niece''s life, she uncovers a hidden truth. But the more she finds out about Nicole, the more Claudine''s own buried history threatens to come to light.

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In this gripping mystery by US bestseller David Handler, sleuthing suthor Stewart Hoag investigates the murder of his wealthy neighbour, and discovers her dark past.1990s New York. Muriel Cantrell lives in a luxury apartment building on Central Park West, where she''s known for her pride and joy: a 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. Her neighbours include beautiful movie star Merilee Nash – and author Stewart ''Hoagy'' Hoag. Hoag, whose career crashed when he got into drugs and alcohol, is on the up and he and basset hound Lulu are glad to be sharing Merilee''s life (and apartment) again.Hoagy, Merilee and the building''s other residents are shocked when delicate, sweet, elderly Muriel is murdered after a Halloween party. Who in the world would want to harm an old lady whose major vices were buying Chanel suits and watching daytime soap operas?NYPD Lieutenant Romaine Very investigates and again seeks assistance from his friend Hoagy, who is perfectly placed to help. Their sleuthing soon leads to the unexpected source of Muriel''s wealth, the history of her years at the Copacabana nightclub, and how her Mob-linked chauffeur came to be called ''Bullets''... not to mention a desperate meth-head nephew, and wealthy neighbours with secrets of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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‘The story is juicy, the detail about Lagos life is rich - I gobbled it all up’ PANDORA SYKES, Books and Bits''I was hooked right through to the shocking end'' BERNARDINE EVARISTO''An excellent read'' GUARDIAN''Big Little Lies meets The White Lotus'' GOOD MORNING AMERICA''Beautifully written, immersive, thought-provoking'' MARIAN KEYES''A gripping mystery, a portrait of an exhilarating but perilous city and a nuanced examination of clashing cultures'' FINANCIAL TIMES''Obsessed'' KERRY WASHINGTON''A shimmering success'' DIANA EVANSTHE PERFECT WIFE. THE PERFECT MURDER.Nicole Oruwari has the perfect life: a handsome husband, a palatial house in the heart of Lagos and a glamorous group of friends. She left London and a troubled family past behind to become part of a community of expat wives.But when Nicole disappears without a trace after a boat trip, the cracks in her so-called perfect life start to show. As the investigation turns up nothing but dead ends, her aunt Claudine flies to Nigeria to take matters into her own hands. As she digs into her niece''s life, she uncovers a hidden truth. But the more she finds out about Nicole, the more Claudine''s own buried history threatens to come to light.

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A stunning new colouring book that will take you through a year in the life of the English countryside. Nearly 40 years ago, a rediscovered diary enchanted the nation. Edith Holden's 'Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady' from 1906 captured her observations on the English countryside's changing seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations of its flora and fauna. Now, for the first time, Edith's work been turned into an beautiful colouring book. Featuring black & white ink illustrations based on her paintings, alongside the original handwriting from the lost journal, this is a captivating colouring book that guides you through a year in the world of this truly remarkable Edwardian lady.

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LAKELAND BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 - THE BILL ROLLINSON PRIZE FOR LANDSCAPE & TRADITION RUNNER UPJoin travel writer Tom Chesshyre for a Lakeland adventure like no other. Explore towering mountains, wide-open valleys and magnificent lakes - stopping off at a cosy inn or two along the way - on a 379-mile hike around the Lake District From Penrith and back, via Keswick, Cockermouth, Coniston, Grasmere and Windermere, plus many places in between, Tom Chesshyre puts on his walking boots and sets forth in a "big wobbly circle" around the Lakes, drawn onwards by the dramatic scenery that attracts more than 19 million visitors each year. Across landscape that so inspired the Romantic poets, he takes in remote parts of the parkland that many tourists miss - enjoying encounters aplenty with farmers, fell runners and fellow hikers, while staying in shepherds'' huts, bothies and old climbers'' hotels along the way, and even going for a (chilly) dip in Derwentwater. This is the Lake District seen from its walking paths - with just a backpack, an open mind... and a spring in the step.

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In this gripping mystery by US bestseller David Handler, sleuthing suthor Stewart Hoag investigates the murder of his wealthy neighbour, and discovers her dark past. 1990s New York. Muriel Cantrell lives in a luxury apartment building on Central Park West, where she's known for her pride and joy: a 1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. Her neighbours include beautiful movie star Merilee Nash and author Stewart 'Hoagy' Hoag. Hoag, whose career crashed when he got into drugs and alcohol, is on the up and he and basset hound Lulu are glad to be sharing Merilee's life (and apartment) again. Hoagy, Merilee and the building's other residents are shocked when delicate, sweet, elderly Muriel is murdered after a Halloween party. Who in the world would want to harm an old lady whose major vices were buying Chanel suits and watching daytime soap operas? NYPD Lieutenant Romaine Very investigates and again seeks assistance from his friend Hoagy, who is perfectly placed to help. Their sleuthing soon leads to the unexpected source of Muriel's wealth, the history of her years at the Copacabana nightclub, and how her Mob-linked chauffeur came to be called 'Bullets'... not to mention a desperate meth-head nephew, and wealthy neighbours with ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'The father of contemporary European detective fiction' Ann CleevesInspector Maigret finds himself drawn into the secrets of an isolated community in this classic novel featuring Simenon's literary legendInspector Maigret is standing in the pouring rain by a canal near the town of Épernay. A well-dressed woman, Mary Lampson, has been found strangled in a stable nearby. Why did her glamorous, hedonistic life come to such a brutal end here? Surely her taciturn husband Sir Walter knows - or maybe the answers lie with the crew of the barge La Providence. Translated by David CowardOther titles in this collection include: Maigret's Holiday, Maigret Sets a Trap, Maigret Defends Himself, Maigret's Doubts, Maigret's Pickpocket, Maigret's Patience, The Saint-Fiacre Affair, Maigret and the Lazy Burglar, Maigret and the Old People, Maigret's Dead Man and Maigret in Vichy'Not just the world's bestselling detective series, but an imperishable literary legend' The Times

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A brand-new collection of recipes from South Africa''s bestselling chef and social media sensationMogau Seshoene aka the Lazy Makoti is the South African Nadiya Hussain, with a huge social media following across Africa - she has 600k+ followers and her YouTube videos have had over 100k views.Here she presents a brand-new cookbook full of delicious and easy-to-follow recipes from the African continent. Mogau shows readers how to host any occasion with stylish and tasty food, from soul-warming one-pot dinners, hearty plant-based dishes, and irresistible easy bakes to signature seven-colour meals, decadent desserts, and a vibrant cuisine. Patiently and with the exuberance her social followers will know well, she explains how to cook her incredible Oxtail stew, her savoury rice-stuffed chicken or her mouth-watering blueberry malva pudding.Hosting with the Lazy Makoti is the food cookbook for every occasion - even if it''s just a party for one.

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One bright Los Angeles day, a young Polish emigree named Viva is driving along the freeway when she''s flagged down by a dazzling, disheveled woman in green chiffon. The woman is Bobby Sleeper, a fellow Eastern European and erstwhile art gallerist with a mysterious background and even more mysterious filmmaker husband. Within days the couple hire Viva as their assistant, then enlist her as an accomplice in an improbable scheme involving a long-lost Vermeer masterwork, a multi-million-dollar reward, and several shadowy ex-husbands. As Bobby and her husband weave her ever more tightly into their web, Viva is swept up in an escapade that''s one part art heist, one part love triangle, and one part education of a felon. Entranced by their lifestyle, alarmed by their ramshackle scam, Viva realises she''s out of her depth-and that only luck, cunning, and her own hustler''s instinct can save her from disaster. Careening from the canyons of LA to the canals of Venice, The Lady Waiting is a gleefully bawdy Swiftian caper, a cavalcade of 21st century sins-rapacious capitalism, shameless fraud, and atrocious behavior-and a showcase for three of the biggest and most unforgettable characters in recent fiction.

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Lady Phoebe Hunt never anticipated returning from exile. A fatal choice drove her from England, but the death of her father - and the revelation of his debts - has brought her home. Once she settles her father''s estate, she will return to America, where she has reinvented herself. There''s no reason to remain, not even for one gravitationally challenged but deliciously tempting entrepreneur: Sam Fenley. Samuel Fenley is all ambition. Rising from shop boy to wealthy investor, he''s left knocking on doors that open only for those with a title. Unless he buys the damned door itself - and the estate that goes with it. Sam offers to relieve Phoebe of her burdens, but is her crumbling mansion all Sam wants? Or is it the lady herself? When threats from Phoebe''s past spark new dangers, Sam and Phoebe discover that neither is what the other expected. Standing on the edge of disaster, the disgraced Ice Queen will have to decide if she wants to forge through life alone, or let an unlikely hero melt her heart.

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