the smallest room in the house philip cowley

The best politics "loo" book you will ever buy! Based on Philip Cowley's fascinating column in The House magazine, this is a book perfect for multiple sittings, discussing the politics of fights, cockroaches, riots, potholes, beards, and much more besides.

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Mocked throughout the jungles of India, the smallest elephant in the world—no bigger than a house cat—has decided enough is enough and it''s time to go!First published in 1959, The Smallest Elephant in the World, written by Alvin Tresselt and illustrated by Milton Glaser, is a witty, sweet, and funny tale of friendship and the search for home.Mocked throughout the jungles of India due to his small size, the smallest elephant in the world—no bigger than a house cat—has decided enough is enough. After all, if he’s no bigger than a house cat, then a house must be where he belongs! After a long journey in the hold of a ship, this smallest elephant in the world finds himself a home with a nice little boy inside. But he must disguise himself as a cat to satisfy the boy''s mother, and disaster strikes when he is confronted with his first mouse... Little does he know that the perfect home is waiting for him, in a circus where differences are celebrated, not scorned.The Smallest Elephant in the World is a fun book about an elephant who learns to accept his unique qualities as he seeks to find a place where he ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In The Smallest Lights in the Universe, MIT astrophysicist Sara Seager interweaves the story of her search for meaning and solace after losing her first husband to cancer, her unflagging search for an Earth-like exoplanet and her unexpected discovery of new love.Sara Seager has made it her life''s work to peer into the spaces around stars – looking for exoplanets outside our solar system, hoping to find the one-in-a-billion world enough like ours to sustain life. But with the unexpected death of her husband, her life became an empty, lightless space. Suddenly, she was the single mother of two young boys, a widow at forty, clinging to three crumpled pages of instructions her husband had written for things like grocery shopping – things he had done while she did pioneering work as a planetary scientist at MIT. She became painfully conscious of her Asperger''s, which before losing her husband had felt more like background noise. She felt, for the first time, alone in the universe.In this probing, invigoratingly honest memoir, Seager tells the story of how, as she stumblingly navigated the world of grief, she also kept looking for other worlds. She continues to develop ground-breaking projects, such as the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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An inspiring and empowering rhyming story that's a joy to read aloud, all about the power of children to change the world.Sally McBrass is the smallest girl in the youngest class – but Sally knows you don't have to be big to be strong. From kites stuck up trees to howling dogs to stray cats in the car park, little Sally notices things that others don't, and when she sees people being mean at school, she is brave enough to speak up. The Smallest Girl in the Class by Justin Roberts and Christian Robinson is a moving and gorgeously illustrated story about bravery and changing the world for the better. The perfect book to build empathy and start discussions about kindness with young children.

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THE SECOND INSTALLMENT IN THE HOUSE OF SHADOWS DUOLOGY, A GRIPPING FANTASY INSPIRED BY GREEK MYTH.Return to the Underworld...Deina has finally found what matters most to her in all the world. And lost it. To save the one she loves, she's bound herself to the Underworld and an endless future of darkness.But not even her sacrifice is enough to secure Theron or her friends' safety in the mortal realm. Aristaeus has seized power in Thebes and his tyrannical reign is a constant, looming threat to their lives.So when Deina is offered the chance to destroy him and the gods altogether, she sets out on a new quest. But to succeed, she must turn away from everything she holds true.In a game with the gods, the rewards are infinite . . . but the punishments are eternal.Be prepared for a nail-biting race for survival in this breathtaking sequel to Daughter of Darkness.PRAISE FOR DAUGHTER OF DARKNESS:'Everything I want in a fantasy and more' - Mary Watson, author of Blood to Poison'A book of smart, savage beauty' - Josh Winning, author of The Shadow Glass'Deliciously dark, dangerously exciting, absolutely immersive fantasy from two goddesses of storytelling' - Sinéad O'Hart, author of The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'I can't remember how old I was when I first started collecting stamps. But I've got a whole shoebox full of them now. Mam used to help me collect them ...Before she got so ill that she lost her job, her friends...everything. Now it's my job to take care of her and protect her - and my little brother and sister too. But to do that, I have to make Mam a Secret.A secret no-one can ever find out about. Not even my best friends at school, or Mo, our postman. Or the stranger living in the house across the street.The one no-one has seen, but who I know is spying on us. The one I think might be Them...'Deep in the heart of Swansea, Wales, lives a small girl with some big secrets to keep. Secrets that make her one of the best actresses on the planet - because no-one would ever think that, away from school, Audrey is the sole carer for her increasingly sick mam and her two younger siblings ...or a seasoned thief. With her worlds threatened by the arrival of a mysterious, invisible neighbour, behind whose closed curtains and shut front door may lie a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears for early readers from Ladybird.Based on the traditional fairy tale Goldilocks and the Three Bears, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Follow the naughty Goldilocks into the house of the three bears, and see what happens when they come home and find her! This hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.This book is part of Ladybird''s First Favourite Tales series - these retellings are perfect for introducing young children to classic stories and fairy tales, and the books are just right for those just learning to read.Look out for other books in the series:The Elves and the Shoemaker; Goldilocks and the Three Bears; The Gingerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs; The Three Billy Goats Gruff

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"Oh, my God! to think of that kind-hearted, lovely young woman, who brings happiness with her wherever she goes, bringing terror to me! Terror when her pitying eyes look at me; terror when her kind voice speaks to me; terror when her tender hand touches mind!" Porthgenna Tower on the remote western Cornish coast. Moments before her death, Mrs Treverton dictates a secret to her maid, never to be passed to her husband as she had instructed. Fifteen years later, when Mrs Treverton''s daughter, Rosamond, returns to Porthgenna with her blind husband, Leonard, she is intrigued by the strange and seemingly disturbed Mrs Jazeph''s warning not to enter the Myrtle Room in the ruined north wing. Strong-minded and ingenious, Rosamond''s determined detective work uncovers shocking and unsettling truths beyond all expectation. A mystery of unrelenting suspense and psychologically penetrating characters, The Dead Secret explores the relationship between a fallen woman, her illegitimate daughter, and buried secrets in a superb blend of romance and Gothic drama. Wilkie Collins''s fifth novel, The Dead Secret anticipates the themes of his next novel, The Woman in White in its treatment of mental illness, disguise and deception, and the dispossession of lost identity. Yet a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The brand new feel-good Christmas novel from Sunday Times top ten bestselling author, Jenny Colgan. Carmen has always worked in her local department store.So, when the gorgeous old building closes its doors for good, she is more than a little lost. When her sister, Sofia, mentions an opportunity in Edinburgh - a cute little bookshop, the spare room in her house - Carmen is reluctant, she was never very good at accepting help. But, short on options, she soon finds herself pulling into the snowy city just a month before Christmas.What Sofia didn't say is that the shop is on its last legs and that if Carmen can't help turn things around before Christmas, the owner will be forced to sell. Privately, Sofia is sure it will take more than a miracle to save the store, but maybe this Christmas, Carmen might surprise them all...

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Northern Ireland is a fascinating, stunningly beautiful province with a recorded history dating back to the ancient Celts. It may be the smallest country in the UK, but it has three Nobel Prizes for English Literature connected to it as well as many world-class musicians, artists and scientists.It is a land where the craic is mighty, where every tree, every flower, every rock tells a story.The A-Z of Curious Northern Ireland explores the quirks and peculiarities of the country''s talented people and the interesting places they call home. Recorded in a reliable, readable, often humorous style, it is a handy reference guide that can be dipped into and enjoyed over and over again.

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The setting is October 1879. The stage is New Georgetown, West Virginia.A mysterious figure by the name of ''The Maker'' has entered this small community and, almost immediately upon doing so, started entering the minds of the townsfolk.Townsfolk who are as curious as The Maker himself. Like Dr Umbründ, the pint-sized physician with a prodigious capacity for sin; like the three sisters in the house on the hill - one stern, one wild, one mysterious; like the tavern''s semi-mythical siren, ''The Bird'', who plays spellbinding music from behind a black velvet curtain, and whom no patron has ever laid eyes on; like Odell, a youth with dreams and ambitions that his craven disposition will forever prevent him from seizing; and who has spent the entirety of his erstwhile existence under the crushing heel of Clay, New Georgetown''s lead cad and chief alpha male.As we enter these characters'' lives, and lightly tread our way through their brains, their bedrooms, their backstories and beyond, we will see what it is they all hope for and hide - and learn just why The Maker has chosen to meet them.

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REVISED PAPERBACK EDITION FEATURING NEW DISCOVERIESAfter ten years of research, The Missing Princes Project is now concluded and the results are in…''Philippa Langley has done it again.'' - The Times‘Langley ... understands how to excite people about the past — more so, perhaps, than most academics’ - The New York Times‘Philippa Langley deserves huge credit for her discoveries.’ - The Spectator‘a phenomenal untold story.’ - History Hit (Book of the Month)‘a gripping and ingenious work of historical detection’ - The Wall Street JournalHistory re-written: how a 540-year-old mystery has been solved.‘The totality of evidence revealed is astonishing. Following the discovery of King Richard III’s grave in a car park in Leicester in 2012, The Missing Princes Project will again rewrite the history books, redrawing what we know about Richard III and Henry VII and pressing the reset button of history.’ - Philippa LangleyIn the summer of 1483, two brothers were seen playing in the grounds of the Tower of London, where they’d been lodged by the King’s Council – their uncle, the future Richard III, its chief member. From there the boys seem to vanish from the historical record, and so one of the greatest and most intriguing mysteries of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A small church nestling deep in the countryside is instantly evocative. Why is it there at all? Whom does it serve? These are worthy questions to ask of the many picturesque churches that are scattered across our landscape. Many smaller churches have a fascinating history and wonderful architecture: these buildings deserve our attention and further study.This companion volume to the author’s successful Discovering England’s Smallest Churches covers over fifty churches in Wales which have naves of thirty feet or less. The churches are selected from the whole of the Principality, north, mid and south, and are arranged by county. Some, like Pilleth, are on battlefield sites; others, such as Llanano, have magnificent screens. The book, which is lavishly illustrated with colour and black-and-white photographs, drawings and location maps, will appeal both to those living in Wales and to visitors. Additionally, the appendices provide the reader with information regarding the various church trusts operating in the area and the work they undertake to preserve and publicise the churches of Wales.John Kinross is a member of ‘Friends of Friendless Churches’ and a lay reader. His earlier book, Discovering England’s Smallest Churches, was enthusiastically reviewed by Simon Jenkins.

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‘Langley ... understands how to excite people about the past — more so, perhaps, than most academics’ – The New York Times''Philippa Langley has done it again.'' – The TimesA HISTORY HIT BOOK OF THE MONTHHistory re-written: has the 540-year-old mystery been solved?‘The totality of evidence revealed is astonishing. Following the discovery of King Richard III’s grave in a car park in Leicester in 2012, The Missing Princes Project will again rewrite the history books, redrawing what we know about Richard III and Henry VII and pressing the reset button of history.’ - Philippa LangleyIn the summer of 1483, two brothers were seen playing in the grounds of the Tower of London, where they’d been lodged by the King’s Council – their uncle, the future Richard III, its chief member. From there the boys seem to vanish from the historical record, and so one of the greatest and most intriguing mysteries of British history was born. Over the centuries, historians have debated tirelessly about the fate of Edward V and Richard, Duke of York: did they die in the Tower? Did they escape? Were they murdered?After astonishing success in locating and laying to rest Richard III, Philippa Langley turns her ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'. . . a compelling memoir. Breezy and unpretentious, The Sanest Guy in the Room is a delightful collection of memories, insider information and after-dinner anecdotes' The Times'Brilliant stories and wonderful behind-the-scenes glimpses of a life and career in show-business . . . It's bloody brilliant . . . Read it!' Michael BallDon Black is the songwriter's songwriter, a composer's dream collaborator, and the man behind some of the twentieth century's greatest musical numbers.Black made his first foray into the glittering world of showbiz as a stand-up, before realising his error and focusing on his lifelong passion instead - music. Shirley Bassey, Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Henry Mancini and Barbra Streisand are just some of the artists Black has worked with over the years - not to mention his frequent collaborator, West End legend Andrew Lloyd Webber - in what can only be described as a remarkable musical career. Yet, never one to court fame, Black has always remained what Mark Steyn coined as 'the sanest guy in the room'.Interwoven with the stories behind songs such as 'Diamonds are Forever' and 'Born Free' are vignettes of Black's life with his beloved wife Shirley, who died in March ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A feminist biography of the only woman to become prime minister of IsraelIn this authoritative and empathetic biography, Pnina Lahav reexamines the life of Golda Meir (1898–1978) through a feminist lens, focusing on her recurring role as a woman standing alone among men. The Only Woman in the Room is the first book to contend with Meir’s full identity as a woman, Jew, Zionist leader, and one of the founders of Israel, providing a richer portrait of her persona and legacy. Meir, Lahav shows, deftly deflected misogyny as she traveled the path to becoming Israel’s fourth, and only female, prime minister, from 1969 to 1974. Lahav revisits the youthful encounters that forged Meir’s passion for socialist Zionism and reassesses her decision to separate from her husband and leave her children in the care of others. Enduring humiliation and derision from her colleagues, Meir nevertheless led in establishing Israel as a welfare state where social security, workers’ rights, and maternity leave became law. Lahav looks at the challenges that beset Meir’s premiership, particularly the disastrous Yom Kippur War, which led to her resignation and withdrawal from politics, as well as Meir’s bitter duel with feminist and civil rights leader Shulamit Aloni, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnisson''s first meeting, many years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought them together . . .When a young Texan balloonist, Lee Scoresby, comes down to earth in the harbour of an Arctic town in the North, little does he realise that he is about to be embroiled in an out-and-out political brawl. Lee and his daemon, Hester, find themselves the target of political factions trying to take over the running (and oil) of the town. And also resident in the town are huge arctic bears, ignored and patronised by the people and treated like second-class citizens. When Lee and Iorek first meet, they cement a friendship that will continue throughout their lives, as the tensions and pressure in town lead to a deadly conclusion . . .Featuring two of Philip Pullman''s best-loved characters, this is an adventure-filled short story that builds on the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust.

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Keeping the whole household happy and well-fed can be difficult when there''s a vegan in the house. Well, not anymore!Thinking of doing Veganuary this New Year but don''t know where to start? We''ve got you covered! Introducing ''There''s a Vegan in the House'', a groundbreaking vegan cookbook, guiding you to the perfect start of a nourishing plant-based diet, featuring: -Over 100 vegan recipes for the whole family to enjoy -Perfect meals for families that are looking to adapt to a flexitarian diet -Expert nutritional know-how information to tailor individual -Advice on making the switch and maintaining a healthy vegan lifestyleThe days of cooking separate meals for the whole family are over! This vegan cooking book is jam-packed with crowd-pleasing family favourite recipe ideas that will satisfy both vegans and non-vegans alike, leaving everyone asking for seconds!Simple, affordable, healthy and delicious; There''s a Vegan in the House is the essential vegan cookbook for any family venturing into veganism, featuring tons of tips and tricks on shopping and storing vegan products in the kitchen and vital information on vegan nutrition for both children and adults. Satisfy your appetite and embark on a voyage of easy vegan food discovery with nutritionally balanced vegan ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Use your powers of logic and deduction to solve this classic honkaku puzzler—the Japanese tradition of detective fiction—in this delicious twisty murder mystery!In Osaka, dark secrets haunt a wealthy merchant family throughout the first half of the 20th century . . .In 1906, the young heir to the Omari family business climbs to the top of a Panorama and vanishes.In 1914, a fight between two mysterious figures on a bridge tragically ends with one falling to their death.In 1943, as war rages on, the once illustrious family has fallen. Both potential heirs have been drafted into war, and a string of strange and violent happenings has beset the house of Omari.Combining the classic honkaku mystery and Golden Age crime writing with the trappings of historical fiction, it’s easy to see why Murder in the House of Omari is an award-winning sensation in Japan! Set in Semba (modern-day Osaka), this gripping murder mystery twists and turns with dark secrets, red herrings, and the turbulent history of Japan in the early 20th century.

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''A feminist page-turner that reads like a thriller'' Mail on SundayThe New York Times and USA Today BestsellerHedy Lamarr possessed a stunning beauty. She also possessed a stunning mind. Could the world handle both?Her beauty almost certainly saved her from the rising Nazi party and led to marriage with an Austrian arms dealer. Underestimated in everything else, she overheard the Third Reich''s plans while at her husband''s side, understanding more than anyone would guess. She devised a plan to flee in disguise from their castle, and the whirlwind escape landed her in Hollywood. She became Hedy Lamarr, screen star.But she kept a secret more shocking than her heritage or her marriage: she was a scientist. And she knew a few secrets about the enemy. She had an idea that might help the country fight the Nazis...if anyone would listen to her.A powerful novel based on the incredible true story of the glamour icon and scientist whose groundbreaking invention revolutionised modern communication, The Only Woman in the Room is a masterpiece.

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Raja Shehadeh was born into a successful Palestinian family with a beautiful house overlooking the Mediterranean. When the state of Israel was formed in 1948 the family were driven out to the provincial town of Ramallah. There Shehadeh grew up in the shadow of his father, a leading civil rights lawyer. He vowed not to become involved in politics or law but inevitably did so and became an important activist himself. In 1985 his father was stabbed to death. The Israeli police failed to investigate the murder properly and Shehadeh, by then a lawyer, set about solving the crime that destroyed his family. In Strangers in the House, Shehadeh recounts his troubled and complex relationship with his father and his experience of exile - of being a stranger in his own land. It is a remarkable memoir that combines the personal and political to devastating effect.

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What if a ghost were haunting your house? What if you were the ghost? Everything in Fay''s life is perfect--living in the house she dreamed of as a child, married to a man she loves, and planning her life as an artist. Her life seems full of possibility. Then, late one night, Fay realizes that something has gone wrong. Things have altered in the house and some­how time, and Fay''s husband, Alec, seem to have gone on without her. Fay--who thought her life was on the verge of beginning--finds it has abruptly ended. And she comes to learn that sometimes the life you grieve may be your own. This glimmering and darkly comedic novel explores both the domestic and the existential, delving into the dark heart of marriage and the meaning of a life.

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A New York Times'' Notable Book of 2023Winner of the LA Times Book Prize for Graphic Novel/ComicsWinner of the Lammy Award Winner for LGBTQ+ ComicWinner of the The Doug Wright Award for Best Book''Carroll''s voice is unique and powerful and I, for one, am addicted.''GUILLERMO DEL TORO''Carroll''s talent is immense.''Observer, Graphic Novel of the Month''Carroll knows when to shock on the turn of a page and when to leave her horrors lurking''Independent''Carroll has a mainline to the reader''s psychic pressure points, the kind of fears and phobias that go all the way back to the cave.''Irish TimesA contemporary gothic horror and comics classic, perfect for fans of Stephen King, Stranger Things and The Haunting of Hill House.I used to dream of Dragons. . .Abby is settling into married life: making coffee, cooking for David and her stepdaughter Crystal, spending evenings curled up together in front of the TV. For a quiet woman without many friends, she''s proud of the life she has built, and desperately wants to believe they will all be happy.But what really happened to Crystal’s mother, the artist who no-one speaks of? What secrets does their strange house by the water harbour, and what of Abby’s old ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A New York Times'' Notable Book of 2023Winner of the LA Times Book Prize for Graphic Novel/ComicsWinner of the Lammy Award Winner for LGBTQ+ ComicWinner of the The Doug Wright Award for Best Book''Carroll''s voice is unique and powerful and I, for one, am addicted.''GUILLERMO DEL TORO''Carroll''s talent is immense.''Observer, Graphic Novel of the Month''Carroll knows when to shock on the turn of a page and when to leave her horrors lurking.''Independent''Carroll has a mainline to the reader''s psychic pressure points, the kind of fears and phobias that go all the way back to the cave.''Irish TimesA contemporary gothic horror and comics classic, perfect for fans of Stephen King, Stranger Things and The Haunting of Hill House.I used to dream of Dragons. . .Abby is settling into married life: making coffee, cooking for David and her stepdaughter Crystal, spending evenings curled up together in front of the TV. For a quiet woman without many friends, she''s proud of the life she has built, and desperately wants to believe they will all be happy.But what really happened to Crystal’s mother, the artist who no-one speaks of? What secrets does their strange house by the water harbour, and what of Abby’s old ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A small, grey mouse called Gwinnie lives in a meadow in a house built by her mum and dad, Billy and Bel. Bel is unwell and away in hospital so Billy keeps Gwinnie’s spirits up with plenty of activity and fun. One day Gwinnie wonders why she can’t fly like birds do and Billy suggests they go into the workshop where they make a magnificent aeroplane. Finally, they paint it Gwinnie’s favourite colour – a gorgeous red.But the plane has no engine. It won’t be dirty, noisy or smelly but how will it fly? All they need are their flying clothes and plenty of imagination. · Gwinnie’s friend, Mustardseed, a fairy from nearby buttercup meadow, turns up and they all take off to a faraway land. There they meet another friend, Zinnie the Witch, as she whizzes through the sky. They round off the day by having tea together at Gwinnie’s house, then Mustardseed and Zinnie fly off into the night. Gwinnie is sad to see them go but looks forward to the next day when she will send mum pictures and a letter describing the wonderful time they all had.

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'An unputdownable thriller' Gregory Dowling 'It is no surprise to find that Philip Gwynne Jones lives in Venice... art and architecture interweave into a story that builds to an almost surreal climax' Daily Mail 'Gwynne Jones's talent for evoking place and atmosphere is clear as ever' Literary Review 'An impressive, tersely-written account linking old crimes to the political contention in the country at present... Recommended' The Critic _______________To tell the truth is a revolutionary act. Battered by floods and crushed by overtourism, the city of Venice faces an uncertain future. The election of a new Mayor, therefore, has never felt more important. As the candidates jostle for position and alliances are made and promises broken, Andrea Mazzon, a controversial writer and historian, emerges as a strong candidate. Nathan Sutherland, meanwhile, has more important things on his mind as he investigates the case of an elderly British academic who has disappeared while researching the fate of his grandfather during the Great War. The trail leads to a remote Common-wealth war cemetery where, under the ice and snow, Nathan makes a discovery that links the terrible events of a century ago with the electoral campaign in La Serenissima. A campaign that might ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Pre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now – Philippa Gregory’s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 …The second novel in the bestselling Wideacre Trilogy, a compulsive drama set in the eighteenth century. By Philippa Gregory, the author of The Other Boleyn Girl and The Virgin’s Lover.The Wideacre estate is bankrupt, the villagers are living in poverty and Wideacre Hall is a smoke-blackened ruin.But in the Dower House two children are being raised in protected innocence. Equal claimants to the inheritance of Wideacre, rivals for the love of the village, they are tied by a secret childhood betrothal but forbidden to marry. Only one can be the favoured child. Only one can inherit the magical understanding between the land and the Lacey family that can make the Sussex village grow green again. Only one can be Beatrice Lacey’s true heir.Sweeping, passionate, unique: ''The Favoured Child'' is the second novel in Philippa Gregory''s bestselling trilogy which began with ''Wideacre'' and concluded with ''Meridon''.

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''THE MOST FRIGHTENING NOVEL OF THE YEAR'' Esquire''OLD-SCHOOL HORROR'' Stephen King The Exorcist meets Lord of the Flies, by way of Midnight Mass, Boys in the Valley is a chilling folk horror set in a remote orphanage in turn of the century Pennsylvania.St. Vincent''s Orphanage for Boys. Turn of the century, in a remote valley in Pennsylvania. Here, under the watchful eyes of several priests, thirty boys work, learn, and worship. Peter Barlow, orphaned as a child by a gruesome murder, has made a new life here. As he approaches adulthood, he has friends, a future. . . a family. Then, late one stormy night, a group of men arrive at their door, one of whom is badly wounded, occult symbols carved into his flesh. His death releases an ancient evil that spreads like sickness, infecting St. Vincent''s and the children within. Soon, boys begin acting differently, forming groups. Taking sides. Others turn up dead. Now Peter and those dear to him must choose sides of their own, each of them knowing their lives - and perhaps their eternal souls - are at risk.Praise for Boys in the Valley:''The terror''s exquisite. Fracassi''s got his hand on the chisel going into ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Is there a mouse living in this house? Well, the bird has seen it, the squirrel has heard it, the cat has even touched it. But this is no ordinary mouse ... just wait and see. The illustrations in watercolour and gouache are painterly and textured and add atmosphere to this simple question and answer story written in the style of a nursery rhyme. It is an ideal picture book for a very young child beginning to become aware of the senses. 'This is a delightful book to share with a very young child. The simple, rhyming text is perfect for reading aloud and the muted illustrations provide many opportunities for conversation about the various animals that feature in the book. The little twist at the end, where we learn the identity of the mouse, will also appeal to young children as it reflects something from their own experience'. The School Librarian

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Still Some Light in the House is the most recent poetry collection by Switzerland’s 2024 “Grand Prix Literatur” prize winner, Klaus Merz. Klaus Merz, a consummate master of the short form, captures the wonders and travails of aging in the alpine countryside reflected in these Taoist influenced poems and prose poems, which have been sculpted by the aging artist with every single word dutifully and carefully considered. Questions of mortality and the afterlife are considered and reflect in the forests, along the creeks and rivers, the mountains and in the blue sky stretching above.

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A mesmerising episode from the universe of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust, giving us an extraordinary insight into this world and its characters. When Lyra is studying at Oxford University, she comes across the story of Lee Scoresby and Iorek Byrnisson's first meeting, many years ago, along with much evidence of the adventure that brought them together. She discovers that when a young Texan balloonist Lee came down to earth in the harbour of an Arctic town in the North, little did he realise that he is about to be caught in a war between the residents of the town and the huge arctic bears that also live there. And when Lee meets one of these bears - Iorek - for the first time, they cement a friendship that will continue throughout their lives, as the tensions in the town threaten to erupt ... Another wonderful tale from a master story-teller, which includes beautiful illustrations and maps.

Objev podobné jako Once Upon a Time in the North - Philip Pullman

''Quite simply a masterpiece'' John Banville''I''ve just found a stranger in my house. In a bed on the second floor. He was dying when I got there. You''re going to have to deal with it''Hector Loursat has been a drunken recluse since his wife left him eighteen years ago. Shut away in his dilapidated mansion in the small town of Moulins, he barely speaks to his daughter. But when the sound of a gunshot penetrates the padded walls of his study one night, and he discovers a body, Loursat is forced to act. No longer able to ignore the world, he determines to get to the truth of what happened, and save an innocent life.

Objev podobné jako The Strangers in the House - Georges Simenon

THE FINAL NOVEL IN THE SPELLBINDING TUDOR NOVELS SERIES FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, PHILIPPA GREGORY Jane Grey was Queen of England for nine days. Using her position as cousin to the deceased king, her father and his conspirators put her on the throne ahead of the king’s half-sister Mary, who quickly mustered an army, claimed her crown and locked Jane in the Tower. When Jane refused to betray her Protestant faith, Mary sent her to the executioner’s block. There Jane turned her father’s greedy, failed grab for power into her own brave and tragic martyrdom. ‘Learn you to die’ is the advice that Jane gives in a letter to her younger sister Katherine, who has no intention of dying. She intends to enjoy her beauty and her youth and find love. But her lineage makes her a threat to the insecure and infertile Queen Mary and, when Mary dies, to her sister Queen Elizabeth, who will never allow Katherine to marry and produce a potential royal heir before she does. So when Katherine’s secret marriage is revealed by her pregnancy, she too must go to the Tower. ‘Farewell, my sister,’ writes Katherine to the youngest Grey sister, Mary. A ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Last Tudor - Philippa Gregoryová

A heartfelt and hopeful middle grade novel from Jacquetta Nammar Feldman, author of the Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Wishing Upon the Same Stars, about family, joy, and growing up in the aftermath of a natural disaster. Perfect for fans of Nic Stone’s Fast Pitch and Erin Entrada Kelly’s We Dream of Space.Seventh graders Sammy and Matty are the Putterman twins—the perfect team of two. But Matty has a secret he’s not ready to share with his family yet, and he suddenly quits baseball and stops talking to his sister. With their twin telepathy broken, Sammy doesn’t know what to do without her teammate.Becky Putterman is sick of her family only cheering for her cousins, Sammy and Matty. They all used to be friends, but since everything became about the twins, Becky’s felt left out. With her bat mitzvah around the corner, she hopes it’ll finally be her turn in the spotlight.But then Hurricane Harvey hits Houston, Texas, and the twins’ house is damaged in the flood. Their family moves in with Becky’s—which no one is happy about. As their grief, anger, and uncertainty grow, they’ll soon find they need each other now more than ever before. With all ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Puttermans Are in the House - Jacquetta Nammar Feldman

THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE COUSINS' WAR SERIES FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, PHILIPPA GREGORYChild-bride of Edmund Tudor, although widowed in her early teens, is determined to infiltrate the house of York under the guise of loyal friend and servant. It's the only way to ultimately ensure that her only son, Henry Tudor, triumphs as King of England. Through collaboration with the dowager, Queen Elizabeth Woodville, Margaret agrees a betrothal between Henry and Elizabeth's daughter, thereby uniting the families and resolving the Cousins War once and for all by founding of the Tudor dynasty.Praise for Philippa Gregory: ‘Meticulously researched and deeply entertaining, this story of betrayal and divided loyalties is Gregory on top form’ Good Housekeeping ‘Gregory has popularised Tudor history perhaps more than any other living fiction writer…all of her books feature strong, complex women, doing their best to improve their lives in worlds dominated by men’ Sunday Times ‘Engrossing’ Sunday Express ‘Popular historical fiction at its finest, immaculately researched and superbly told’ The Times

Objev podobné jako The Red Queen - Philippa Gregory

The second in the late Philip Kerr''s iconic ''Berlin Noir'' trilogy, The Pale Criminal sees detective Bernie Gunther return to hunt one of the most evil killers in human history. It is 1938 and Bernie Gunther is back on the mean streets of Berlin with his new partner, Bruno Stahlecker, another ex-police officer. But on a seemingly straightforward stakeout, Bruno is killed, and Bernie suddenly finds himself tapped for a much bigger job. A serial sex murderer is killing Aryan teenage girls in Berlin - and what''s worse, he''s making utter fools of the police. Gunther is forced to accept a temporary post in Obergruppenfuehrer Reinhard Heydrich''s state Security Service, with a team of men underneath him tasked purely with hunting the killer. But can he trust his team any more than he can trust his superiors?An unflinching, fast-paced thriller exploring the grisly excesses of Nazi subculture, The Pale Criminal will be loved by fans of Robert Harris and Frederick Forsythe.''For Christmas, I would like all of Philip Kerr''s Berlin Noir novels.'' Sam Mendes, Guardian''Blends high-powered storytelling with a rich piece of historical re-creation'' Independent ''Kerr makes his star turns - Heydrich, Himmler, et al - eerily believable'' The Times ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Pale Criminal - Philip Kerr

Soon after Sally Lockhart's father drowns at sea, she receives ananonymous letter. The dire warning it contains makes a man die offear at her feet. Determined to discover the truth about her father'sdeath, sixteen-year-old Sally is plunged into a terrifyingmystery in the dark heart of Victorian London.

Objev podobné jako The Ruby in the Smoke - Philip Pullman

What went wrong with American business at the end of the 20th century?Until the spring of 2001, Enron epitomized the triumph of the New Economy. Feared by rivals, worshipped by investors, Enron seemingly could do no wrong. Its profits rose every year; its stock price surged ever upward; its leaders were hailed as visionaries. Then a young Fortune writer, Bethany McLean, wrote an article posing a simple question - how, exactly, does Enron make its money?Within a year Enron was facing humiliation and bankruptcy, the largest in US history, which caused Americans to lose faith in a system that rewarded top insiders with millions of dollars, while small investors lost everything. It was revealed that Enron was a company whose business was an illusion, an illusion that Wall Street was willing to accept even though they knew what the real truth was. This book - fully updated for the paperback - tells the extraordinary story of Enron''s fall.

Objev podobné jako The Smartest Guys in the Room - Bethany McLean, Peter Elkind

Dreams, nightmares and realities: a classic by the author of Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?What begins as an ordinary laboratory visit turns into a bizarre and apocalyptic experience when a particle-light beam slices across the visitors'' paths, plunging them into different worlds constructed from their innermost dreams and fears. As emergency works scramble to free them from the wreckage, their minds begin an incredible journey through one fantastic shared world after another.

Objev podobné jako Eye In The Sky - Philip K. Dick

‘It’s the book you should give someone who thinks they don’t like novels … Here is surely a future prizewinner that is easy to read and impossible to forget’ Melissa Katsoulis, The TimesThe things history will do at the bidding of loveOn a warm Sunday afternoon, Nazia and Sharif are preparing for a family barbecue. They are in the house in Sheffield that will do for the rest of their lives. In the garden next door is a retired doctor, whose four children have long since left home. When the shadow of death passes over Nazia and Sharif’s party, Doctor Spinster’s actions are going to bring the two families together, for decades to come.The Friendly Ones is about two families. In it, people with very different histories can fit together, and redeem each other. One is a large and loosely connected family who have come to England from the subcontinent in fits and starts, brought to England by education, and economic possibilities. Or driven away from their native country by war, murder, crime and brutal oppression – things their new neighbours know nothing about. At the heart of their story is betrayal and public shame. The secret wound that overshadows ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Friendly Ones - Philip Hensher

Sally Lockhart is 25, and somebody wants to destroy her. When custodyof her precious daughter is awarded to an evil stranger, itis the beginning of a terrifying struggle in which Sally will haveto fight, and kill if necessary, for the freedom of her family.

Objev podobné jako The Tiger in the Well - Philip Pullman

Visitors flock to see the beast house with its blood-soaked corridors. But the worst part of the house is actually THE CELLAR... Bestselling author Gorman Hardy is looking for ideas for his next novel. Tyler and her friend Nora are looking for a wild time. But in fact they find pain, bestiality and death in... THE BEAST HOUSE. Horrific events have made the Beast House infamous. For the full story, take THE MIDNIGHT TOUR. Saturday nights only. Limited to thirteen tourists. It begins on the stroke of midnight. You''ll be lucky to get out alive...

Objev podobné jako The Richard Laymon Collection Volume 1: The Cellar, The Beast House & The Midnight Tour - Richard Laymon

Josh and Adam begin a haunting game of dares in this spooky short thriller, specially designed to engage seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers.Josh says the house where Mr Jones lived has a ghost. He dares Adam to spend the night there. Adam dares Josh back. Who can stay all night?Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 6.

Objev podobné jako Ghost in the House - C. L. Tompsett

Understand the theory and techniques behind research methods used in business today Doing Research in Business Management, 2nd edition, by Mark Saunders and Philip Lewis, introduces you to the theory and techniques of research methods in an easy-to-follow and coherent way. The authors'' concise writing style, with clear tables and diagrams, brings the subject to life and makes it highly accessible. Covering all the areas of research, from reviewing secondary data or literature, or writing a research proposal, to completing an entire research project, the text guides you through each step with clear explanations and applications of the topic in hand. The 2nd edition includes new and updated features to support your learning throughout the book. Besides helpful ''Definition'' and ''Research in practice'' boxes, benefit from new resources such as: A glossary at the end of the book. An expanded chapter on secondary data. Consideration of the most recent research methods thinking (including the use of online research) Updated to include the latest developments in the field, this text will equip you with the knowledge you need to be able to carry out effective research in business management today.

Objev podobné jako Doing Research in Business and Management - Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis

Saigon, 1963. With the tensions of war starting to swirl, rookie photographer Ned Rivers lands in South Vietnam, hungry for the iconic shot that will make his name. He finds it sooner than expected, and the consequences are as unexpected as they are nerve-racking.

Objev podobné jako INTO THE FIRE - Philip Trotter

Based on the real-life adventures of Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie is the third book in the award-winning Little House series, which has captivated generations of readers. This edition features the classic black-and-white artwork from Garth Williams. Laura Ingalls and her family are heading to Kansas! Leaving behind their home in the Big Woods of Wisconsin, they travel by covered wagon until they find the perfect spot to build a little house on the prairie. Laura and her sister Mary love exploring the rolling hills around their new home, but the family must soon get to work, farming and hunting and gathering food for themselves and for their livestock. Just when the Ingalls family starts to settle into their new home, they find themselves caught in the middle of a conflict. Will they have to move again?The nine books in the timeless Little House series tell the story of Laura’s real childhood as an American pioneer, and are cherished by readers of all generations. They offer a unique glimpse into life on the American frontier, and tell the heartwarming, unforgettable story of a loving family.

Objev podobné jako Little House on the Prairie - Laura Ingallsová Wilderová

In A Poet in the House: Patrick Kavanagh at Priory Grove, a memoir by Elizabeth O’Toole, we encounter a new Patrick Kavanagh.

Objev podobné jako A Poet in the House: Patrick Kavanagh at Priory Grove - Elizabeth O'Toole

A collection of rare ghosts and horror stories by the brothers of one of the finest writers of the genre, E. F. Benson.The Benson brothers – Arthur Christopher, Edward Frederic and Robert Hugh – were one of the most extraordinary and prolific literary families, between them writing more than 150 books. Arthur alone left four million words of diary, although his most lasting legacy is the words to Elgar’s Land of Hope and Glory, while Fred is acknowledged as one of the finest writers of Edwardian supernatural fiction: the name E. F. Benson is mentioned in the same breath as other greats such as M. R. James and H. R. Wakefield.In fact, all three brothers wrote ghost stories, although the work of Arthur and Hugh in this field has long been overshadowed by their brother’s success. Now the best supernatural tales of A. C. and R. H. Benson have been gathered into one volume by anthologist Hugh Lamb, whose introduction examines the lives and writings of these two complex and fascinating men. Originally published between 1903 and 1927, the stories include A. C. Benson’s masterful ‘Basil Netherby’ and ‘The Uttermost Farthing’, and an intriguing article by R. H. Benson about ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Ghosts in the House - A.C. Benson, R. H. Benson

‘Gritty, compelling and laced with menace’Mel Sherratt‘If you like Martina Cole and Kimberley Chambers you will LOVE [Caz Finlay]’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader ReviewThe unmissable Liverpool gangland crime dramaOLD GAMEWhen several young prostitutes are found murdered in Liverpool, DI Leigh Moss knows there is only one person she can turn to for help with the case. Gangland queen, Grace Carter, knows the streets of Liverpool better than anyone and can ask questions Leigh can’t…but will Grace help?NEW RULESGrace doesn’t trust easily, but when she discovers that her family might be linked with the gruesome murders, she decides to give Leigh a chance. But helping Leigh is risky and as Grace is dragged deeper into the murky world of vice, her own life is put in danger.Can these two sworn enemies work together? Or is that a line they will never cross?Readers have been GRIPPED by this brand new drama…‘Absolutely brilliant . . . edge of my seat’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Well-written . . . intricately woven with drama, suspense, intrigue, twists and turns’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Love reading something set in my home city with such strong characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fast paced and I couldn’t put it down. I read it in one sitting’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘If you like Martina Cole and Kimberley ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Traitor in the House - Caz Finlay

''Chilling, atmospheric and so gripping it hurts. The Dead House is a masterpiece. You won''t read a better crime novel this year'' MARK EDWARDSOn a wild October night, the body of a young woman is found in a remote country churchyard. She''s wearing nothing but a thin, white dress. There are no marks of violence and no obvious cause of death. Who is the victim? Why is she here? But another young woman went missing from the area a few years back, and DC Fiona Griffiths soon suspects a crime even more chilling than she first imagined. Will she unlock the secrets of the dead house? Or will she become its next victim?Praise for the Fiona Griffiths mystery series:''One of the most interesting and complicated protagonists in current UK crime fiction. Truly unforgettable'' Mick Herron''In a word - brilliant. One of the most enjoyable crime novels I''ve read in a while'' James Oswald''This cleverly plotted police procedural introduces a likeable, maverick detective destined for a bestseller following'' Choice''Compelling...a new crime talent to treasure'' Daily Mail ''Gritty, compelling...a procedural unlike any other you are likely to read this year'' USA Today Fans of Angela Marsons, Peter James and Ann Cleeves will ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Dead House - Harry Bingham