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After a particularly brutal breakup, Cassidy Sutton has had it with dating. So when her grandmother gives her a 1950 s dating guide entitled 125 Tips to Hook a Husband, she decides to turn the retro advice into an ironic What not to do article for Siren, the popular online women s publication she writes for. And who better to secretly test the old-fashioned tips on than Jack Bradford, chauvinistic creator of rival men s site Brawler? She ll write an article that will entertain female readers everywhere and embarrass their sexist nemesis at the same time. Two birds, one stone. But her perfect plan soon proves to be anything but. Those vintage courtship tips Cassidy was so quick to poke fun at? They actually seem to work, calling her most closely-held beliefs into question. Even worse? Jack isn t falling for any of her tricks - and it s not long before their fake relationship starts to feel like the realest one of her life. As her cat and mouse game starts to spiral out of control, Cassidy has to decide if she s playing to win, or if she s willing to lose it all for love.

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Jon and his two perfectly behaved, chilled-out Labradors have always enjoyed a peaceful life. But when Jon agrees to give Devon, an abandoned little border collie, a home - things will never be the same again!From the moment mischeivous Devon explodes from his cage at the airport, Jon realises that his new friend is going to be trouble. And, over the course of the next year, he finds out just how much trouble one little dog can be! Find out all about Devon s life in his new home and his naughty adventures with geese, sheep, buses and meatballs in this wonderful true story!

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New from Bradt, Democratic Republic of the Congo is the only dedicated, up-to-date, English-language guidebook to this thrilling African destination. Almost twice the size of the European Union, the continent s second-largest country offers plenty for adventurous travellers to explore. The mighty River Congo rises in the south before winding along the Equator for nearly 5,000 km to reach the Atlantic Ocean. On either side, twenty different ecosystems give rise to a multitude of landscapes, from tropical rainforests (which serve as the world s second-largest carbon sink) to volcanic mountains, and great lakes to savanna plateaus. DRC s National Parks and nature reserves cover around 12% of the country and are well worth the effort to get to, as they host some of the world s most exciting wildlife-watching opportunities - the main reason why many people visit DRC. As well as harbouring more bird species than other African countries, nowhere else in the world provides the chance to see the giraffe-like okapi (a bizarre giraffe-like creature) and bonobo (formerly known as pygmy chimpanzee). Moreover, sites for both mountain and eastern lowland gorillas lie firmly on the tourist trail at the world-famous locations of Virunga and Kahuzi-Biega national parks. Even if wildlife does not float your boat, there is much to savour. The capital, Kinshasa, is one of Africa s great cities. This is the home of musique congolaise, enjoyed all over Africa and beyond - and of the sapeurs (DRC s renowned snappy dressers). Historic Kisangani is the furthest navigable point on the River Congo; Katherine Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart stayed here when filming The African Queen. The city of Lubumbashi offers wide boulevards and art-deco buildings, plus good hotels and restaurants in which to relax. Once rested, if the area is at peace, why not hike to the summit of Nyiragongo volcano and spend the night beside the world s largest lava lake? With its wide-ranging coverage offering advice on everything from tour operators to accommodation, and security to visiting national parks, Bradt s Democratic Republic of the Congo is your essential travel companion.

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Inspirational and informative pocket guide, shining a spotlight on the best of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walking and driving itineraries.Explore the best of Devon Cornwall with this unique Rough Guide Staycation to Devon Cornwall, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don t miss out on must-see attractions like the Eden Project, Lynmouth Cliff Railway and Tate St Ives, to discovering hidden gems, including an invigorating hike through Dartmoor, hitting the waves in Newquay and feeling the power of myths at the legendary Tintagel Castle, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation in Devon Cornwall. This book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook.The Rough Guide Staycations to Devon Cornwall covers: Exeter and Topsham, East Devon, the English Riviera, the South Hams, Plymouth and the Tamar Valley, Dartmoor, North Devon, Exmoor, the South Coast Harbours and Bodmin Moor, Truro to the Lizard, Land s End Peninsula and St Ives to St Agnes, the North Coast Resorts and the Atlantic Highway, the Isles of Scilly.Inside this travel guide you will find:INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERProvides practical information for every kind of trip to Devon Cornwall, from discovering local history in Plymouth to getting out in nature in Dartmoor and finding family-friendly activities in Exmoor.13 READY TO FOLLOW WALKS AND TOURSFeatures over 13 detailed easy to follow walking tour itineraries, including The South Hams, East Devon, North Devon.LOCAL HIGHLIGHTSCarefully curated list of Devon Cornwall s unmissable sights and unique attractions for those who want to make the most of their stay.RAINY DAY RECOMMENDATIONSUncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you, like shopping at Barnstaple Pannier Market.INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONSTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for surfing, walking, cycling and fishing.Find a curated list of where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips.HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSLearn more about Devon Cornwall s rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout.PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSFrom transport to hours of operation, we ve got you covered whatever you choose to see and do around Devon Cornwall including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region.METICULOUS MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Find your way around The Minster, Knaresborough and many more locations in Devon Cornwall without needing to go online.FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

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The Rom Com Cookbook lets you have what she s having and so much more when you dish up your favorite rom-com movie moments with recipes inspired by Crazy Rich Asians, The Wedding Planner, Legally Blonde, Bridesmaids, Love Actually, The Princess Bride, and many, many more. Featuring meat-cute meals and meet-cute moments from over 50 films that you can share with friends, rivals, crushes, and unrequited lovers.Inspired by some of the greatest romantic comedies of all time, The Rom Com Cookbook brings you closer to your favorite movie moments with “meat cute” dishes, cocktail hour delights, the morning after breakfasts, long-term relationship entrees, break-up desserts, and holiday-inspired recipes. Perfect for dinner dates and movie marathons, this light-hearted, yet sassy, cookbook features easy-to-follow recipes even if you’re a klutz in the kitchen. With ingredients found at your local grocery store, and notes for altering recipes for various dietary restrictions, these dishes are the perfect way to turn enemies into lovers! Bring your most cherished rom-coms into the kitchen with the beautiful food photography and original illustrations that bring a fresh take on scenes from your favorite films! FILM TO TABLE: Create Macadamia Nut Pancakes (50 First Dates), Moonstruck Eggs (Moonstruck), Nigel’s Brie (10 Things I Hate About You), Blue Soup (Bridget Jones’s Diary), Guilt-Free Pizza Margherita (Eat Pray Love), Cher-Proof Cookie Log (Clueless), Sam’s Birthday Cake (Sixteen Candles), Thirty, Flirty, Thriving Daiquiri (13 Going on 30), and many, many more delicious recipes! FALL IN LOVE: Featuring fabulous food photography that brings your favorite movie scenes right into your home and onto your dining room table! KITCHEN COMFORTS: Author Tara Theoharis creates approachable, easy-to-follow recipes for all skill-levels. Enter the kitchen with a fellow rom-com fan—Theoharis begins each recipe with an introduction to set the stage before you set the table . . . or the TV tray.

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In the heart of the Andes, an archaeological dream is threatened by a sinister plot. When former black ops field agent Rex Dalton and his trusty K9 companion, Digger, form an unexpected friendship with a retired American couple, they are invited to join an expedition to a secluded village nestled high in the Andes Mountains. The couple s intention to invest in the archaeological site there appears to be a promising venture, but all is not what it seems. Daltonâ ™s instincts quickly uncover a sinister con targeting his new friends, and the masterminds behind this elaborate scheme prove they will go to any lengths to protect their interests. He and Digger are caught in the crosshairs of a dangerous game. With the stakes rising, Rex must use his cunning to outmaneuver his adversaries and bring justice to the deserving before itâ ™s too late. The Inca Con is the pulse-pounding fourth instalment in JC Ryanâ ™s electrifying Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers series. ____________________________________________________________________Praise for The Inca Con:? ? ? ? ? Rex and Digger surpass themselves yet again!!!? ? ? ? ? Great story, creatively written with wonderful characters and interesting environments will keep you reading long into the night. ? ? ? ? ? I love all of J C Ryan books. They are written with intelligence and style that we like very much. ? ? ? ? ? This is an excellent book about greed, deception, murder and salvation. The plot is well done. The book is full of action and emotions. ? ? ? ? ? Exciting, interesting, keeps you wanting to turn just ONE more page. I highly recommend this book; you won t regret it!!!

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A USA TODAY BESTSELLERWinner of the 2024 Neil Postman Award for Career Achievement in Public Intellectual Activity An essential read for anyone that wants to understand how we lost control of our digital spaces and infrastructure to Silicon Valley’s tech giants, and how we can start fighting to get it back. –Tim Maughan, author of INFINITE DETAIL A brilliant barn burner of a book. –Kate Crawford, author of The Atlas of AI When the tech platforms promised a future of connection, they were lying. They said their walled gardens would keep us safe, but those were prison walls.The platforms locked us into their systems and made us easy pickings, ripe for extraction. Twitter, Facebook and other Big Tech platforms hard to leave by design. They hold hostage the people we love, the communities that matter to us, the audiences and customers we rely on. The impossibility of staying connected to these people after you delete your account has nothing to do with technological limitations: it s a business strategy in service to commodifying your personal life and relationships.We can - we must - dismantle the tech platforms. In The Internet Con, Cory Doctorow explains how to seize the means of computation, by forcing Silicon Valley to do the thing it fears most: interoperate. Interoperability will tear down the walls between technologies, allowing users leave platforms, remix their media, and reconfigure their devices without corporate permission.Interoperability is the only route to the rapid and enduring annihilation of the platforms. The Internet Con is the disassembly manual we need to take back our internet.

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There is an entrenched relationship between the consulting industry and the way business and government are managed today which must change.Mariana Mazzucato and Rosie Collington show that our economies reliance on companies such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group, Bain Company, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG and EY stunts innovation, obfuscates corporate and political accountability and impedes our collective mission of halting climate breakdown.The Big Con describes the confidence trick the consulting industry performs in contracts with hollowed-out and risk-averse governments and shareholder value-maximizing firms. It grew from the 1980s and 1990s in the wake of reforms by both the neoliberal right and Third Way progressives, and it thrives on the ills of modern capitalism, from financialization and privatization to the climate crisis. It is possible because of the unique power that big consultancies wield through extensive contracts and networks - as advisors, legitimators and outsourcers - and the illusion that they are objective sources of expertise and capacity. To make matters worse, our best and brightest graduates are often redirected away from public service into consulting. In all these ways, the Big Con weakens our businesses, infantilizes our governments and warps our economies.Mazzucato and Collington expertly debunk the myth that consultancies always add value to the economy. With a wealth of original research, they argue brilliantly for investment and collective intelligence within all organizations and communities, and for a new system in which public and private sectors work innovatively for the common good. We must recalibrate the role of consultants and rebuild economies and governments that are fit for purpose.

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The blizzard of excitement, misinformation and pure hype around AI has driven many of us to want an honest guide. If, like me, you⠙re one of those many, you need to read this book BRIAN ENOIs AI going to take over the world? Have scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think on its own? Is it going to replace all our jobs? Are we about to enter an age where computers are better than humans at everything?The answers to these questions, as the expert authors of The AI Con make clear, are no , they wish , LOL , and definitely not . In fact, these fears are all symptoms of the hype being used by tech corporations to justify data theft, motivate surveillance capitalism, and devalue human creativity.Packed with real-world examples, pithy arguments and expert insights, The AI Con arms you to spot AI hype in all its guises, expose the exploitation and power-grabs it aims to hide, and push back against it at work and in your daily life.⠘A book to inoculate your mind against Big Tech⠙s AI utopian hype⠙ Yanis Varoufakis⠘Hanna and Bender provide the clearest picture yet of what AI is, what it is not, and why none of us need to accept it⠙ Timnit Gebru⠘A powerful antidote. The authors show that these technologies will serve to deepen existing inequalities, and further enshittify life and work for the vast majority of people⠙ Grace Blakeley⠘Truly eye-opening. An indispensable ⠜field manual⠝ for those who want to fight for a more humane economy and a better society⠙ Ha-Joon Chang⠘Fascinating and thought-provoking⠙ Johann Hari⠘A must-read⠙ Aleks Krotoski

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Did you know a pine tree starts as a cone, turns into a gift, and can become a blanket?In this rhyming life cycle picture book, a pine cone becomes something new with each turn of the page, from a tower to a feast, from a magic trick to a Christmas tree. Extensive back matter on fun facts about pine trees and where to find them, along with a pine cone craft, are included. A perfect book for both home and school libraries. An excellent gift for the holidays or any time of year!

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She s rewriting his love story. But can she rewrite her own?Emma has big dreams, though she hasn t let herself think about them in years. Until her big break comes along: the chance to re-write a screenplay with her hero, Charlie-freaking-Yates! Even better: it s a rom-com - Emma s dream come true.Charlie is a Hollywood legend. He s also, as it turns out, kind of a jerk. He s written the worst rom-com Emma s ever read - and it turns out Charlie doesn t believe in love at all...But Emma s not going down without a fight. To help Charlie write the perfect rom-com, she needs to make him understand true romance. But the more she tries to teach him about love, the more real it all starts to seem . . .

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On the first morning of Rome s Covid-19 lockdown Matthew Kneale felt an urge to connect with friends and acquaintances and began writing an email, describing where he was, what was happening and what it felt like, and sent it to everyone he could think of. He was soon composing daily reports as he tried to comprehend a period of time, when everyone s lives suddenly changed and Italy struggled against an epidemic, that was so strange, so troubling and so fascinating that he found it impossible to think about anything else. Having lived in Rome for eighteen years, Matthew has grown to know the capital and its citizens well and this collection of brilliant diary pieces connects what he has learned about the city with this extraordinary, anxious moment, revealing the Romans through the intense prism of the coronavirus crisis.

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The answers to these questions, as the expert authors of The AI Con make clear, are no , they wish , LOL , and definitely not . In fact, these fears are all symptoms of the hype being used by tech corporations to justify data theft, motivate surveillance capitalism, and devalue human creativity so they can replace meaningful work with jobs that treat people like machines. Meanwhile, across healthcare, education, media, government and law-enforcement, â ˜AIâ ™ products are already being introduced that are unreliable, ineffective, unjust and dangerous.

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When Juno Browne purchased a car for her lover, Daniel Thorncroft, she was not expecting that the previous owner would lock a dead body in the boot. Who the dead man could be is a persistent question, as is the whereabouts of the seller, Amber Horrell. While Inspector Ford and the Ashburton police are on the case, Juno s insatiable curiosity and concern for the missing Amber lead her to start sleuthing on her own. It turns out that the Horrells, Amber s family, are notorious in this corner of Devon, with an ancient murder and vanishing red diamond in their past and a shady antiques business very much in their present. With a second murder, Juno s involvement in the investigation becomes more complicated and the line between reality and fiction also become blurred. But the truth, she discovers, is far more complicated than it seems. Rural cosy crime perfect for fans of Kate Ellis and our own Rebecca Tope The ninth book in the very successful Devon Mysteries series by Stephanie Austin. This compelling crime series follows amateur sleuth and antique dealer, Juno Browne, as she stumbles upon mysterious murders in the idyllic Devon countryside.

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She s rewriting his love story. But can she rewrite her own?Emma Wheeler desperately longs to be a screenwriter. She s spent her life studying, obsessing over, and writing romantic comedies-good ones! That win contests! But she s also been the sole caretaker for her kind-hearted dad, who needs full-time care.Now, when she gets a chance to re-write a script for famous screenwriter Charlie Yates-The Charlie Yates! Her personal writing god!-it s a break too big to pass up.Emma s younger sister steps in for caretaking duties, and Emma moves to L.A. for six weeks for the writing gig of a lifetime. But what is it they say? Don t meet your heroes? Charlie Yates doesn t want to write with anyone-much less a failed, nobody screenwriter. Worse, the romantic comedy he s written is so terrible it might actually bring on the apocalypse.Plus! He doesn t even care about the script-it s just a means to get a different one green-lit. Oh, and he thinks love is an emotional Ponzi scheme.But Emma s not going down without a fight. She will stand up for herself, and for rom-coms, and for love itself. She will convince him that love stories matter-even if she has to kiss him senseless to do it. But . . . what if that kiss is accidentally amazing? What if real life turns out to be so much . . . more real than fiction? What if the love story they re writing breaks all Emma s rules-and comes true?

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An undead heart can still bleed if wounded by the right weapon. Brooklyn, lost in bloodlust, struggles to tell friend from foe as her deepest truths unravel, leading her further into darkness. Dominic, desperate to save the woman he respects, searches for a cure amidst her rampage. He believes Alice can reach Brooklynâ ™s humanity, but if the plan fails, they risk losing everythingâ ”especially Brooklyn herself. Prepare for an urban fantasy ride where fierce heroines, complex friendships, and merciless enemies create an unforgettable tapestry of chaos. Step into the Infernal Regions for the Unprepared series, where danger and redemption collide. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Infernal Regions for the Unprepared Series:? ? ? ? ? Maya Daniels has a great way with words and brings them together to create a great book!? ? ? ? ? If I wasn t biting my nails, I was laughing out loud! I cannot wait for the next book!!? ? ? ? ? I absolutely LOVED this series!!? ? ? ? ? I practically consumed it!? ? ? ? ? Â I have devoured yet another book and cannot wait to read the next one.

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Ez a 18 cm átmérőjű Ruffoni CON CLASSE fedő kizárólagosan a megfelelő átmérőjű Ruffoni edényekhez tervezték. Kézzel készül extra vastag, prémium minőségű rézből, belső rozsdamentes acél bevonattal. Nem mosogatógép biztonságos, és a hagyományos olasz kézműves munkát reprezentálja.

• Kézzel készült extra vastag (2,3 mm) prémium minőségű rézből az olasz Alpokban
• Kiváló hővezető képesség a tökéletes főzési eredményekért
• Belső rozsdamentes acél bevonat a könnyű karbantartás érdekében
• Rozsdamentes acél fogantyú réz betéttel, amely hűvösen marad főzés közben

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A Ruffoni CON CLASSE 16 cm-es réz fedő kézzel készül Olaszországban, extra vastag rézből rozsdamentes acél béléssel. Kiváló hővezetést és egyenletes főzést biztosít, és a rozsdamentes acél fogantyú hűvösen marad. Kizárólag kézi mosást javasolunk.

• Kézzel készült Olasz-Alpokban extra vastag (2,3 mm) minőségi rézből.
• Kiváló hővezető képesség a réz és könnyen tisztítható rozsdamentes acél bélés miatt.
• Rozsdamentes acél fogantyú réz betéttel, amely hűvösen marad főzés közben.
• Időtlen design, amely tökéletesen illeszkedik a Ruffoni CON CLASSE edényekhez.

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A Ruffoni CON CLASSE 30 cm-es réz fedő professzionális és amatőr szakácsok számára készült. Kézzel készül extra vastag, minőségi rézből, belső rozsdamentes acél bevonattal. A fedő kiválóan illeszkedik a megfelelő átmérőjű Ruffoni CON CLASSE edényekhez.

• Kézzel készült extra vastag (2,3 mm) minőségi rézből az olasz Alpokban
• Kiváló hővezető képesség a tökéletes főzési eredményekért
• Belső rozsdamentes acél bevonat a könnyű karbantartás érdekében
• Kényelmes, hűvösen maradó rozsdamentes acél fogantyú

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A Ruffoni CON CLASSE 28 cm-es réz fedő extra vastag, prémium minőségű rézből készült, kiváló hővezetési tulajdonságokkal. Belső rozsdamentes acél bevonata könnyű karbantartást biztosít, és kézzel készült az olasz Alpokban. A fedő a Ruffoni CON CLASSE edényekhez tervezett, és nem mosogatógépbe való.

• Extra vastag (2,3 mm) prémium minőségű rézből készült, kiváló hővezetésért.
• Belső rozsdamentes acél bevonat, könnyű tisztíthatóság és tartósság.
• Kézzel készült az olasz Alpokban, egyedi design és prémium minőség.
• Rozsdamentes acél fogantyú réz betéttel, biztonságos és hideg marad főzés közben.

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A Ruffoni CON CLASSE 24 cm átmérőjű réz edényfedő kézzel készül Olaszországban. Extra vastag, minőségi rézből készült, nemesacél béléssel, amely ideális hővezetést és könnyű karbantartást biztosít. A fedő kifejezetten a Ruffoni CON CLASSE edénysorozathoz tervezték, és nem mosogatógépbe való.

• Kézzel készült Olasz-Alpokban extra vastag (2,3 mm) minőségi rézből.
• Kiváló hővezető képesség a réz és a nemesacél bélés kombinációjával.
• Kényelmes, hűvösen maradó nemesacél fogantyú réz betéttel.

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A Ruffoni CON CUORE 18 cm átmérőjű fedő rézből készült, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal. Kézzel készül az olasz Alpokban, kiváló hővezető képességgel rendelkezik. A fedő nem mosogatógépben mosható, és a megfelelő átmérőjű CON CUORE edényekhez tervezték.

• Kiváló hővezető képességű réz anyagból készült
• Kézzel készült az olasz Alpokban prémium minőségben
• Rozsdamentes acél bevonatú, könnyen tisztítható felület
• Biztonságos, hűvösen maradó rozsdamentes acél fogantyú

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A Ruffoni CON CUORE 24 cm-es fedője rézből készült, amelyet minőségi rozsdamentes acél réteggel láttak el. Kézzel készül az olasz Alpokban, és kiváló hővezető képességgel rendelkezik. A fedő nem mosogatógép biztonságos, és a markolat hűvösen marad főzés közben.

• Kézzel készült prémium minőségű réz fedő, amely tökéletesen illeszkedik a Ruffoni CON CUORE edényekhez.
• Kiváló hővezető képesség és egyenletes hőeloszlás biztosítja a tökéletes főzési eredményeket.
• Stílusos olasz design és strapabíró szerkezet, amely hű marad a hagyományos kézműves gyártáshoz.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 24 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

On the same day that his wife gave birth to twins, Anthony Doerr received the Rome Prize, an award that gave him a year-long stipend and studio in Rome⠦⠘Four Seasons in Rome⠙ charts the repercussions of that day, describing Doerr s varied adventures in one of the most enchanting cities in the world, and the first year of parenthood. He reads Pliny, Dante, and Keats ⠓ the chroniclers of Rome who came before him ⠓ and visits the piazzas, temples, and ancient cisterns they describe. He attends the vigil of a dying Pope John Paul II and takes his twins to the Pantheon in December to wait for snow to fall through the oculus. He and his family are embraced by the butchers, grocers, and bakers of the neighbourhood, whose clamour of stories and idiosyncratic child-rearing advice is as compelling as the city itself.This intimate and revelatory book is a celebration of Rome, a wondrous look at new parenthood and a fascinating account of the alchemy of writers.

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Funny, silly and totally original - Josh WiddicombeThe hunt is on for a missing traffic cone in Runaway Cone, the entertaining sequel to Dig Dig Digger by Morag Hood, fun for both adults and young children.Digger, Traffic Light and the cones are all ready to start the roadworks one morning when they notice that something s wrong . . . Gary the traffic cone is missing! And It s a disaster! They search left and right, high and low, but it s no use. Can they find Gary all by themselves? Or do they need to ask for help? What s going to happen when they find him?A laugh-out-loud mystery adventure with fun, colourful illustrations and a twist at the end leaving readers excited for more.

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A Ruffoni CON CLASSE 20 cm átmérőjű fedő kizárólagosan vastag, prémium rézből készül, amely kiváló hővezető képességet biztosít. Kézzel készül az olasz Alpokban, és belső nemesacél bevonattal rendelkezik a könnyű tisztíthatóság érdekében. A fedő a Ruffoni CON CLASSE edénysorozathoz tervezték, és nem mosogatógépbe való.

• Kézzel készített, extra vastag (2,3 mm) prémium minőségű rézből az olasz Alpokban.
• Kiváló hővezetés és egyenletes hőeloszlás a tökéletes főzési eredményekért.
• Belső nemesacél bevonat a könnyű karbantartás és tartósság érdekében.
• Kényelmes, hűvösen maradó nemesacél fogantyú réz betéttel.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CLASSE 20 cm, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CLASSE 26 cm-es fedő extra vastag, prémium rézből készült, kézzel készített termék. Kiváló hővezető képességet és rozsdamentes acél belső felületet kínál a könnyű karbantartás érdekében. A fedő kifejezetten a Ruffoni CON CLASSE edényekhez tervezték, és nem mosógép biztonságos.

• Kézzel készült extra vastag (2,3 mm) prémium minőségű rézből az olasz Alpokban.
• Kiváló hővezető képesség a tökéletes főzési eredményekért, belső rozsdamentes acél bevonattal.
• Kényelmes, hűvösen maradó rozsdamentes acél fogantyú réz betéttel és Ruffoni logóval.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CLASSE 26 cm, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CUORE 30 cm-es fedő rézből készült, rozsdamentes acél béléssel, amely kiváló hővezetést és könnyű karbantartást biztosít. Kézzel készül az olasz Alpokban, hagyományos kézműves minőségben. A fedő kifejezetten a megfelelő átmérőjű Ruffoni edényekhez tervezték, és nem mosogatógépbe való.

• Kiváló hővezető képességű réz alapanyag gyors és egyenletes főzéshez.
• Kézzel készült az olasz Alpokban, prémium minőség és tartósság.
• Rozsdamentes acél belső réteggel könnyű tisztítás és karbantartás.
• Kényelmes, hűvösen maradó fogantyú biztonságos kezelésért.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 30 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CUORE 28 cm átmérőjű fedő rézből készült, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal, amely kiváló hővezetést és tartósságot biztosít. Kézzel készült Olaszországban, hagyományos kézműves technikákkal. Nem mosogatógép biztonságos, és kifejezetten a Ruffoni CON CUORE edényekhez tervezték.

• Kézzel készült Olasz-Alpokban, prémium minőségű réz és rozsdamentes acél kombinációval.
• Kiváló hővezető képesség a réz miatt, gyors és egyenletes hőeloszlást biztosítva.
• Rozsdamentes acél fogó réz betéttel, amely hűvösen marad főzés közben, biztonságos kezelést lehetővé téve.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 28 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CUORE 16 cm átmérőjű fedője rézből készült, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal. Kézzel készül az olasz Alpokban, kiváló hővezető képességgel rendelkezik. A fedél nem mosogatógép biztonságos, és a fogantyú hűvösen marad főzés közben.

• Kiváló hővezető képességű réz alapanyag
• Kézzel készült prémium minőség az olasz Alpokban
• Hűvösen maradó rozsdamentes acél fogantyú
• Időtálló design és könnyű karbantartás

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 16 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CUORE 20 cm-es fedő rézből készült, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal, amely kiváló hővezetést és tartósságot biztosít. Kézzel készül az olasz Alpokban, és kifejezetten a megfelelő átmérőjű Ruffoni edényekhez tervezték. A fedő nem mosogatógép biztonságos, és hűvösen maradó fogantyúval rendelkezik.

• Kiváló hővezető képességű réz alapanyag, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal.
• Kézzel készült az olasz Alpokban, tartós és könnyen tisztítható kivitel.
• A rozsdamentes acél fogantyú hűvösen marad főzés közben, biztonságos kezelést biztosít.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 20 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CUORE 26 cm-es fedő rézből készült, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal, ideális a megfelelő átmérőjű CON CUORE edényekhez. Kézzel készült Olaszországban, kiváló hővezető képességgel rendelkezik, de mosogatógépbe nem ajánlott. A hagyományos olasz mesterség és a funkcionalitás kombinációját képviseli.

• Kézzel készült Olasz-Alpokban, prémium minőségű réz és tükörfényes rozsdamentes acél bevonat.
• Kiváló hővezető képesség, gyors és egyenletes hőeloszlás biztosítása a tökéletes főzési eredményekért.
• Hűvösen maradó rozsdamentes acél fogantyú réz betéttel, biztonságos és kényelmes kezelés.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 26 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

A Ruffoni CON CUORE 22 cm átmérőjű fedő réz alapanyagból készült, rozsdamentes acél bevonattal. Kézzel készült Olaszországban, kiváló hővezető képességgel rendelkezik, és nem mosogatógépbe való. A rozsdamentes acél fogantyú hűvösen marad, biztonságos használatot biztosítva.

• Kiváló hővezető képességű réz anyag, gyors és egyenletes hőeloszlás biztosítására.
• Kézzel készített, prémium minőségű kivitelezés az olasz Alpokban.
• Hűvösen maradó rozsdamentes acél fogantyú, biztonságos kezelést biztosítva.
• Időtlen design és kiváló minőség, amely tartósan szolgál.

Objev podobné jako Poklice CON CUORE 22 cm, stříbrná, měď, Ruffoni

A unique combination of travel guide and popular history that takes the reader on a vivid journey to the Rome of the Caesars.

Objev podobné jako Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day - Philip Matyszak

Will you brave The Retreat? The new bestselling thriller from the author of The Sanatorium.** A TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER****SARAH PEARSE HAS NOW SOLD MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES WORLDWIDE**They couldn t wait to stay here.An idyllic wellness retreat has opened on an island off the coast of Devon, promising rest and relaxation - but the island itself, known locally as Reaper s Rock, has a dark past. Once the playground of a serial killer, it s rumored to be cursed.But now they can t leave.A woman is found dead below the yoga pavilion in what seems to be a tragic fall. But DS Elin Warner soon learns that the victim wasn t a guest - she wasn t meant to be on the island at all.And they would do anything to escape . . .The longer Elin stays, the more secrets she uncovers. And when someone else drowns in a diving incident, Elin begins to suspect that the old stories about the island are true.Because history seems to be repeating itself - and the guests might not make it home alive . . .---------Readers enjoyed their stay at The Retreat : If The Sanatorium was all about the atmosphere, The Retreat is all about the tension. ***** Fast paced, tense, suspenseful and unpredictable, I loved it! ***** Wow what a book! ***** We all fancy a spa break don t we? Well don t include me after reading this book. It had me hooked from start to finish. ***** Atmospheric and blisteringly exciting. *****--------- Pearse goes from strength to strength in The Retreat. The suspense inexorably builds to a stunning climax. An added treat is the return of Elin Warner, who is a fascinating character one can only root for. David Baldacci, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Mercy A world-class thriller writer. Superb. Pre-order it now. Steve Cavanagh, Sunday Times bestselling author of Thirteen The Retreat recalls the one-by-one nerve-shredding of Agatha Christie at her darkest. A fresh, daring, irresistible thriller. A. J. Finn, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window A eerie, atmospheric thriller that will have you looking over your shoulder as you read. A wonderfully chilling story of grief, revenge, and family secrets. An absorbing escape! Ashley Audrain, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Push Full of foreboding and high-stakes tension, Sarah Pearse s latest is a page-turner. The past doesn t stay buried for long, at sea or on land, and what comes to the surface is both shocking and chilling. Nita Prose, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Maid The Retreat was so atmospheric and hold-your-breath tense with cleverly executed twists and a finale that gave me the chills. Brilliant! Claire Douglas, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Couple at No.9

Objev podobné jako The Retreat - Sarah Pearse

Top 3 Sunday Times BestsellerShortlisted for the Nero Book AwardLonglisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-FictionThe Times, Financial Times, Guardian, Observer and Economist Book of the Year 2025A sweeping and immersive history of modern Afghanistan â “ the first book from one of the worldâ ™s leading war correspondents. Simply unforgettable ELIF SHAFAK Terrific THE TIMES Incredible PETER FRANKOPAN Powerful and charming FINANCIAL TIMES Utterly compelling PHILIPPE SANDS Masterly TELEGRAPH Ingenious KAMILA SHAMSIE A must-read SUNDAY TIMES Beautiful RORY STEWARTIn 1969, the luxury Hotel Inter-Continental Kabul opened its doors: a glistening white box, high on a hill, that reflected Afghanistanâ ™s hopes of becoming a modern country, connected to the world. Lyse Doucet first checked into the Inter-Continental on Christmas Eve 1988. In the decades since, she has witnessed a Soviet evacuation, a devastating civil war, the US invasion, and the rise, fall and rise of the Taliban, all from within its increasingly battered walls. The Inter-Con has never closed its doors. Now, she weaves together the experiences of the Afghans who have kept the hotel running to craft a richly immersive history of their country. It is the story of Hazrat, the septuagenarian housekeeper who still holds fast to his Inter-Continental training from the hotelâ ™s 1970s glory days â “ an era of haute cuisine and high fashion, when Afghanistan was a kingdom and Kabul was the â ˜Paris of Central Asiaâ ™. Of Abida, who became the first female chef after the fall of the Taliban in 2001. And of Malalai and Sadeq, the twenty-somethings who seized every opportunity offered by two decades of fragile democracy â “ only to see the Taliban come roaring back in 2021. Through these intimate portraits of Afghan life, the story of a hotel becomes the story of a people. Fabulous . . . A cross between the novel A Gentleman in Moscow and Wes Andersonâ ™s The Grand Budapest Hotel. THE TIMES The Finest Hotel in Kabul plays to all Lyse Doucetâ ™s strengths. Clarity, empathy, depth of knowledge and innate grasp of fine detail . . . a most readable account of joy, despair and resilience in one of the worldâ ™s most fascinating countries. MICHAEL PALIN A deeply humane story of Afghanistan revealing the impact of decades of upheaval on everyday lives. JUDGES OF THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION Full of warmth, wit, and a lovely eye for the human stories that make the hotel not just a monument to tragedy, but also love and resilience . . . This is the book about an Afghanistan I never knew that I always wanted to read. FINANCIAL TIMES

Objev podobné jako The Finest Hotel in Kabul - Lyse Doucet

Poignant, observant, tender, and deeply romantic. This book is everything CHRISTINA LAUREN From the acclaimed author of Georgie, All Along and Love Lettering, a pitch-perfect, radiantly transporting love story about an unexpected road trip, true crime obsessions, and hard won vulnerability . .. Hairstylist Jess Greene has spent the last decade raising her younger half-sister, Tegan - and keeping a shocking secret. The boyfriend her reckless mother ran away with is actually an accomplished con man and subject of a wildly popular podcast, The Last Con of Lynton Baltimore.Now thirty-one, Jess didn t bargain on Tegan eventually piecing together the connection for herself. But Tegan plans to do exactly what Jess has always feared - leave their safe, stable home to search for their mother - and she ll be accompanied by the prying podcast host and her watchful, handsome producer, Adam. Unwilling to let the sister she s spent so much of her life protecting go it alone, Jess reluctantly joins them.Together, the four make their way across the country, unravelling the mystery of where the couple disappeared to and why. But soon Jess is discovering other things too. Like a renewed sense of vulnerability and curiosity, and a willingness to expand beyond the walls she s so carefully built.And in Adam, she finds an unexpected connection she didn t even know was missing, if only she can let go and let him in . . .Why readers love Kate Clayborn â­ â­ â­ â­ â­! A glorious feat and a must read TESSA BAILEY You get everything with this book: the most tender of love stories, a complicated relationship between sisters, and an engrossing mystery you won t be able to put down CARLEY FORTUNE Totally original and so romantic . . .the moving love story I m always looking for BETH O LEARY Kate Clayborn delivers another masterclass in romance ALICIA THOMPSON A delight from beginning to end and beyond JULIA WHELAN

Objev podobné jako The Other Side of Disappearing - Kate Clayborn

Pre-order Ray Nayler s brand-new speculative thriller Where the Axe is Buried, coming soon! I loved this novel s brain and heart DAVID MITCHELL, AUTHOR OF CLOUD ATLAS A first-rate speculative thriller, by turns fascinating, brutal, powerful, and redemptive JEFF VANDERMEER, AUTHOR OF ANNIHILATIONThere are creatures in the water of Con Dao. To the locals, they re monsters. To the corporate owners of the island, an opportunity. To the team of three sent to study them, a revelation. Their minds are unlike ours. Their bodies are malleable, transformable, shifting. They can communicate. And they want us to leave. When pioneering marine biologist Dr. Ha Nguyen is offered the chance to travel to the remote Con Dao Archipelago to investigate a highly intelligent, dangerous octopus species, she doesn t pause long enough to look at the fine print. DIANIMA - a transnational tech corporation best known for its groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence - has purchased the islands, evacuated their population and sealed the archipelago off from the world so that Nguyen can focus on her research.But the stakes are high: the octopuses hold the key to unprecedented breakthroughs in extrahuman intelligence and there are vast fortunes to be made by whoever can take advantage of their advancements. And no one has yet asked the octopuses what they think. And what they might do about it.Locus Award 2023 - Winner of First Novel awardNebula Award 2023 Finalist.Ray Bradbury Prize 2023 Finalist.Shortlisted for the 2024 Arthur C. Clarke Award

Objev podobné jako The Mountain in the Sea - Ray Nayler

Makes your palms sweat and your blood run cold; the terrific trial scenes out-Grisham John Grisham THE TIMES This guy is the real deal. Trust me. LEE CHILD Top notch thrills and courtroom drama SHARI LAPENAHE S WON EVERY TRIAL. BECAUSE HE S BEHIND EVERY MURDER.Ambitious District Attorney Randal Korn lives to watch prisoners executed. Even if they are not guilty. An innocent man, Andy Dubois, faces the death penalty for the murder of young girl. Korn has already fixed things to make sure he wins a fast conviction. The one thing Korn didn t count on was Eddie Flynn. Slick, street smart and cunning, the former con artist turned New York lawyer has only seven days to save an innocent man against a corrupt system and find the real killer. In a week the Judge will read the verdict, but will Eddie be alive to hear it?Praise for the award-winning, Sunday Times Top Five bestseller Steve Cavanagh: The ultimate treat for crime fiction fans JANICE HALLETT Steve Cavanagh s twists hit you between the eyes. You never see them coming ANTHONY HOROWITZ A gripping, twisty thriller IAN RANKIN Steve Cavanagh writes the best hooks in the business MICK HERRON The real magic is in Steve Cavanagh s hypnotic storytelling power SUNDAY EXPRESS Cavanagh is a genius EVENING STANDARD A great author MARTINA COLE

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From the attic of Driftwood House there are stunning views of the deep green sea and sapphire sky. But Rosie can t tear her eyes away from the faded photograph in her hands, and the words written on the back that will change everything...Back in the village of Heaven s Cove after the death of her mother, all Rosie Merchant wants is to rent out her childhood home, and run away from the gossiping villagers and wild Devon weather she escaped years ago.But local farmer Liam is waiting on the doorstep. His kind offer to help clear isolated Driftwood House is hard to refuse... and as clouds scud across the endless sky, Rosie is reminded that nowhere is more beautiful than home.Then Rosie finds a photo in the attic which exposes the truth about how her mother came to live at Driftwood House years ago... Did Liam know this painful secret all along? Or will facing up to her family history mean Rosie can finally put down roots in this beautiful place?This book can be enjoyed as a standalone.Get whisked away to the rugged, sweeping Devon coastline in this gripping story about old secrets, learning how to trust, and finding where home is. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Barbara O Neal and Mary Alice Monroe will adore this gorgeous and uplifting read.Read what everyone s saying about Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea: Wow, wow, wow!!!! I absolutely loved this book!!!... I was captivated... The tears began flowing before I got to the end of the first chapter... my heart literally broke... wonderful... stunning... kept me hooked until the very last word... Loved, loved, loved it!!! Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Captivating and heart-warming... A perfect summer read... I was absolutely hooked from page one until 1.30am in the morning when I finished having not been able to put it down. Bookworm1986, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely breathtaking! From the first chapter, I was hooked and loved every moment... truly a beautiful tale... outstanding. Cara s Book Boudoir, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had me gripped and wanting more... I had to tear myself away from reading to head off to work... absolutely loved this book. Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gorgeous... I was mesmerised... This is a story that keeps you guessing... beautiful... idyllic... fabulous... pure escapism, heart-warming, and left me with a smile on my face. Whispering Stories, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Liz Eeles whisked me away... vivid and gorgeous... amazing... exceptional... wonderful... delightful. Berit Talks Books Put on the kettle for some tea and grab yourself a scone... because you are going to want to binge read Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea... gripping and emotional page-turner! Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderfully addictive read... I read this book in a day and would whole-heartedly recommend it. Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was a gem of a novel!... Beautiful characters in a beautiful story! Goodreads reviewer A charming, cozy, uplifting book... absolutely loved. Goodreads reviewer

Objev podobné jako Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea - Liz Eeles

A stirring middle grade novel about survival, identity, and the loving kindness of others. Set in 1943 Rome, a twelve-year-old Jewish boy, his selfless mother, and group of strangers outsmart the Germans through wit and grace in this story reliving the last Nazi roundup of Rome. It s October 16, 1943, in the Rome ghetto Emanuele hides on a tram and begins a journey that will take him, stop after stop, to the end of the line, looking for his mother, who s been taken by the Nazis. He tells the conductor that he is Jewish and asks to be protected because the Germans are looking for him. The tram driver and then others after him will help Emanuele stay alive and safe for three days until he can find his father. The author, Tea Ranno, tells the moving story of one of the last surviving witnesses of the Nazi roundup of Rome, Emanuele Di Porto. Excerpts from the introduction: My name is Emanuele Di Porto and I am ninety-one years old. On the morning of October 16th, 1943, when the Germans came to the ghetto to carry out a raid, my mother was taken and put on a truck. I ran into the street to save her, but instead she saved me. I have told my story for more than seventy years, but it has only recently gained recognition; many people now recognize me on the street and call me the tram s kid . But I have never been a kid, because at that time there was utter poverty, and everyone had to hurry to grow up and help their family. I have never been a kid, but I will never be old, because in my heart, time has stopped. My story is captured in this book, with some parts being completely true, and others embellished by Tea to bring the past to life.

Objev podobné jako The Streetcar to Life - Tea Ranno

Set in New York s exclusive Hamptons seaside resort, The Summer Without You is a gorgeously escapist read from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Rome Affair, Karen Swan. Pure escapism â “ Marie ClareRowena Tipton isn t looking for a new life, just a new adventure, something to while away the months as her long-term boyfriend presses pause on their relationship before they become engaged. But when a chance encounter at a New York wedding leads to an audition for a coveted houseshare in The Hamptons â “ Manhattan s elite beach scene â “ suddenly a new life is exactly what she s got.Stretching before her is a summer with three eclectic housemates, long days on white sandy beaches and parties on gilded tennis courts. But high rewards bring high stakes, and Rowena soon finds herself caught in the crossfire of a vicious intimidation campaign.Alone for the first time in her adult life, Rowena has no-one to turn to but a stranger â “ who is everything she doesn t want, but possibly everything she needs. It s the perfect read for summer day at the beach (or the Hamptons!) â “ GirlsLovetoReadEnjoy more of Karen Swan s captivating summer novels with The Greek Escape and The Hidden Beach.

Objev podobné jako The Summer Without You - Karen Swan

At last, a history of the Roman state as it has always been crying out to be told, and never has been! RODERICK BEATONThe greatest empire in Western history - told as never been told before.Rome is often remembered for its spectacular collapse. But for over two thousand years - through civil wars, plagues, invasions, and religious upheaval - the Roman state survived, adapted, and reinvented itself. From a muddy settlement on the banks of the Tiber to the glittering court of Constantinople, this is the untold story of a civilisation that endured.In The Romans, acclaimed historian Edward J. Watts tells the first truly complete history of Rome in all its epic sweep: the Punic Wars, the fall of the republic, the coming of Christianity, Alaric s sack of Rome, the rise of Islam and the onslaught of the Crusaders who would bring about the empire s end. This is the Rome of Augustus, Marcus Aurelius, and Constantine. But it is also the Rome of Charlemagne, Justinian, and Manuel Comnenus, and countless diverse men and women who shaped the empire: African emperors, Byzantine intellectuals and ordinary citizens whose loyalty together made it the most resilient state the world has ever seen.An expansive, eye-opening portrait, this the definitive history of Rome and its citizens.

Objev podobné jako The Romans - Edward J. Watts

At last, a history of the Roman state as it has always been crying out to be told, and never has been! RODERICK BEATONThe greatest empire in Western history - told as never been told before.Rome is often remembered for its spectacular collapse. But for over two thousand years - through civil wars, plagues, invasions, and religious upheaval - the Roman state survived, adapted, and reinvented itself. From a muddy settlement on the banks of the Tiber to the glittering court of Constantinople, this is the untold story of a civilisation that endured.In The Romans, acclaimed historian Edward J. Watts tells the first truly complete history of Rome in all its epic sweep: the Punic Wars, the fall of the republic, the coming of Christianity, Alaric s sack of Rome, the rise of Islam and the onslaught of the Crusaders who would bring about the empire s end. This is the Rome of Augustus, Marcus Aurelius, and Constantine. But it is also the Rome of Charlemagne, Justinian, and Manuel Comnenus, and countless diverse men and women who shaped the empire: African emperors, Byzantine intellectuals and ordinary citizens whose loyalty together made it the most resilient state the world has ever seen.An expansive, eye-opening portrait, this the definitive history of Rome and its citizens.

Objev podobné jako The Romans - Edward J. Watts

The first illustrated monograph on writer, journalist, and director Nora Ephron, the visionary behind When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, and You’ve Got Mail. “A visual celebration of the writer-director’s distinctive approach to world-building.” (Vanity Fair)Nora Ephron at the Movies offers an unfiltered look at Ephron as a champion of the rom-com and as a feminist Hollywood trailblazer. It explores her life and work by pairing detailed criticism with exclusive interviews with Ephron’s key collaborators, including Andie MacDowell and Jenn Kaytin Robinson, to add color and nuance to her life and legacy. With her singular voice, Nora Ephron flourished as a dominant force in the entertainment industry, focusing on the idiosyncrasies of romance that were universally relatable. The women in her stories paralleled reality—the veil was lifted, the glossy sheen removed. Her protagonists share an unwavering sense of humor about life’s mishaps, and they never take themselves too seriously—like Julie trying to master the art of cooking lobsters in Julie Julia, Sally’s theatrical fake orgasm in Katz’s deli in When Harry Met Sally, or Rachel perfecting a key lime pie only to throw it in her cheating husband’s face in Heartburn. Through her keenly self-aware humor and semi-autobiographical stories, Ephron left behind a groundbreaking legacy as a beloved journalist, essayist, screenwriter, author, producer, director, and feminist who delivered stories of resilience embedded in sharp wit and upper-crust landscapes. Through that lens, she became emblematic of rom-coms, shifting and redefining conversations around the complexities of relationships and the women who have them.

Objev podobné jako Nora Ephron at the Movies - Ilana Kaplan

The Battle of Lens marked the climax of a decade of war between France and Spain; the two contenders were exhausted, having fought in Spain, France, Flanders, Italy and Germany. The conflict would be settled in a pitched battle near the city of Lens, Flanders, in the summer of 1648.The Spanish had neutralised the Dutch for the campaign of 1648, so they prepared to launch a major offensive against the French, who had occupied important cities in Flanders for years. Thus, the new governor, Archduke Leopold William, brother of Emperor Ferdinand III of Habsburg, took charge of an army of almost 20,000 troops.The French were commanded by the Prince of Condé, who knew how to instil a spirit of resistance in his troops.The two armies carried out marches and countermarches to outwit their opponent and seize cities: Condé conquered Ypres, but the Archduke took Lens. Condé tried to rescue the city, but arrived too late. However, the campaign was not lost for France; the brilliant Condé decided to deploy his army on the plain to decide the campaign, its own prestige, and the fate of the war.

Objev podobné jako The Battle of Lens 1648 - Alberto Raul Esteban Ribas

THE LATEST FEEL GOOD ROM-COM FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE ROM-COMMERSIt s a thin line between loving and hating...****Katie Vaughn has been burned by love in the past⠕now she may be lighting her career on fire. She has two choices: wait to get laid off from her job as a video producer or, at her coworker Cole s request, take a career-making gig profiling Tom Hutch Hutcheson, a Coast Guard rescue swimmer in Key West.The catch? Katie s not exactly qualified. She can t swim⠕but fakes it that she can. Plus: Cole is Hutch s brother. And they don t get along. Next stop paradise!But paradise is messier than it seems. As Katie gets entangled with Hutch (the most scientifically good looking man she has ever seen . . . but also a bit of a love hater), along with his colorful Aunt Rue and his rescue Great Dane, she gets trapped in a lie. Or two.Swim lessons, helicopter flights, conga lines, drinking contests, hurricanes, and stolen kisses ensue⠕along with chances to tell the truth, to face old fears, and to be truly brave at last.**** PRAISE FOR NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER KATHERINE CENTER Katherine Center crafts rom-coms with pure unvarnished delight CHRISTINA LAUREN, #1 bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners My perfect 10 of a book. As funny and sweet as all the very best nineties rom-coms, but with Center s signature heart-tugging depth. I wish I could erase it from my mind just to read it again for the first time. A shot of pure joy. EMILY HENRY, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Book Lovers Great rollicking fun! Prepare to laugh and swoon and grin your pants off. HELEN HOANG, bestselling author of The Kiss Quotient Absolutely, unequivocally delightful! JODI PICOULT, #1 New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center writes about falling down, growing up, and finding love like nobody else. BRENÉ BROWN, bestselling author of Dare to Lead Serious Nora Ephron vibes. TAYLOR JENKINS REID, #1 bestselling author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Oh, how I love Katherine Center s writing! JODI PICOULT, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here

Objev podobné jako The Love Haters - Katherine Center

The story of a hotel. The story of a nation.When the Inter-Continental Kabul opened in 1969, Afghanistan’s first luxury hotel symbolised a dream of a modernising country connected to the world.More than fifty years on, the Inter-Continental is still standing. It has endured Soviet occupation, multiple coups, a grievous civil war, a US invasion and the rise, fall and rise of the Taliban. History lives within its scarred windows and walls.Lyse Doucet, the BBC’s Chief International Correspondent, has been checking into the Inter-Continental since 1988. And here, she uses its story to craft a richly immersive history of modern Afghanistan.It is the story of Hazrat, the septuagenarian housekeeper who still holds fast to his Inter-Continental training from the hotel’s 1970s glory days – an era of haute cuisine and high fashion, when Afghanistan was a kingdom and Kabul was the ‘Paris of Asia’. It is the story of Abida, who became the first female chef to cook in the Inter-Con’s famous kitchen after the fall of the Taliban in 2001. And it is the lives of Malalai and Sadeq, the twenty-something staff who seized every opportunity offered by two decades of fragile democracy – only to witness the Taliban roaring back in 2021.The result is a remarkably vivid history of how Afghans have survived a half century of destruction and disruption. It is the story of a hotel but also the story of a people.

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Prepare to swoon, ugly cry, laugh, and fall in love with this officially licensed exploration of the impact and legacy of one of film #39;s most beloved genres from Turner Classic Movies: the rom-com. Romantic comedies have had an incredible influence on popular culture, shaping everything from how we think of relationships to fashion. Often swept aside in film history, these movies are thought of as pure comfort viewing. Although they certainly provide those fuzzy feelings, they have also had a significant artistic influence and cultural impact. Spanning decades of romantic comedies—from movies of the 1930s such as It Happened One Night and the rom com craze of the 80s and 90s including When Harry Met Sally...all the way to contemporary hits like Crazy Rich Asians, and everything in between—Falling in Love at the Movies will make you fall in love (all over again) with romantic comedies. Esther Zuckerman—accomplished entertainment journalist and member of the New York Film Critic’s Circle—takes readers on a journey through the rom-com. She examines the psychological aspects that make us so drawn to these types of films, diving deep into the key auteurs—from Preston Sturges to James L. Brooks to Nora Ephron and beyond—who both created and subverted the canon. These directors, actors, and writers shaped the genre, establishing and also busting traditional pillars and tenets of these movies such as the “Perfect Pair” or “The Man in Crisis” and “The High Maintenance Woman.” Featuring full-color images from the films throughout, along the way Zuckerman takes detours, explores iconic lines of dialogue (Who could forget Julia Roberts #39; “I’m also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her” iconic moment from Notting Hill?) to memorable scenes (the magical moments at the Empire State Building in An Affair to Remember and Sleepless in Seattle) and weaves in interviews of artists and romantic comedy fanatics in the industry. Looking beyond the traditional rom-com, Zuckerman digs into the nooks and crannies, the films that buck the trend of happily ever after, the ones that think beyond heteronormative narratives, and the indies that kept the rom-com alive outside of the studio system, to offer a more comprehensive story of the rom-com than has ever been seen before—and one that you’re bound to love. How’s that for a happy ending?

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From the author of the New York Times bestseller Better Than the Movies comes a romantic, heartfelt sequel that will sweep you off of your feet! Wes had his dream girl but then he lost her – and the only way to get her back is to scheme like a rom-com hero… For a few beautiful months, Wes and girl-next-door Liz were together. But right as the two were about to set off to UCLA together, tragedy struck and their relationship ended. Flash forward and Wes and Liz find themselves in college, together.In a healthier place now, Wes knows he broke Liz’s heart, but is determined to make her fall back in love with him. And he has a foolproof plan to win her back with the rom-com worthy big gestures she loves. Only … Liz will have none of it.Wes has to scheme like a rom-com hero to figure out how to see her. Even worse, Liz has a new friend…a guy friend. Still, Wes won’t give up and is determined to win back Liz’s affection.But after his best efforts get him nowhere, he’s is left wondering if their relationship is really over for good. Nothing Like the Movies is perfect for hopeless romantics, lovers of grumpy x sunshine energy and for fans of Emily Henry and Ali Hazelwood! Don’t miss The Do-Over, Betting on You and where it all started in Better Than the Movies from Lynn Painter!

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