trooping the colour ben skipper

Today Trooping the Colour gathers crowds of tourists; along with the pomp and ceremony it is an event filled with tradition that spans many hundreds of years. In that history lies duty, a call to arms, and a rallying in battle. The regimental colours were presented to the soldiers daily so that they would recognize it in the melee of battle and rally toward it. In 1748 the Grenadier Guards began this tradition, also called the Kings Birthday Parade, which is now held annually at Horse Guards Parade in London. Boots, buckles and busbies gleaming, formations perfect and eyes right, Trooping the Colour is the culmination of months of hard work by the staff of the London District and the Royal Household, without whom state ceremonial and public duties would not exist. From regimental bands and gun salutes to Lord Lieutenants and Yeoman, it is the personalities and traditions that make the history of ceremonial duties so colourful. Trooping the Colour describes the histories of the key personalities and units of the London District, the Royal Household. Their histories are intertwined in one of the most complex narratives of the modern age. It describes the numerous moments, stories and traditions behind the many appointments that produce some of the most awe-inspiring displays now taken for granted. The book examines those defining moments in contemporary British history when planning and experience have delivered breathtaking spectacles of grandeur enjoyed by billions of people around the globe. Though it s not all parades and pomp though, these fine regiments have served with distinction in battles across the world and through time. This book explores London s Ceremonial Regiments at war and on parade.

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The essential reference for anyone interested in offshore sailing and ocean passages. Following on from his bestselling The Complete Day Skipper and The Complete Yachtmaster, yachting legend Tom Cunliffe turns his attentions to the third strand of the RYA syllabus. With the same hugely popular, highly practical approach, The Complete Ocean Skipper covers everything a sailor needs to know when planning and preparing for an offshore cruise or ocean passage: - Preparation: types of suitable boat, choice of rig, engine power, safety equipment, communication systems, crew preparation - On passage: ocean weather systems, forecasting, deck routines, watchkeeping, self-steering, emergencies, heavy weather techniques - Ocean navigation: electronic as well as celestialThe second edition of this definitive handbook is fully updated, with new and revised content on multihulls, autopilots, radar, anchoring and software.The Complete Ocean Skipper goes beyond the theory of the RYA syllabus to ensure that readers are equipped with the knowledge of both what to do and how to go about it, in whatever circumstances. A veteran offshore yachtsman as well as an RYA examiner, Tom Cunliffe brings his experience to bear and packs this must-have guide with invaluable hands-on advice for offshore and coastal sailors alike. With clear, helpful colour photographs and diagrams throughout, this is the essential book for anyone planning for or dreaming about sailing further afield.

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A richly illustrated guide to modelling the military Land Rover, the world s most iconic military 4x4, filled with previously unseen inspirational photographs and drawings.

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#39;Ben Alldis is a force. His attitude and drive are contagious. #39; - Max La Manna, author of You Can Cook This! #39;Ben is never shy of sharing his positive energy, it #39;s infectious and this book will help lift all spirits, not just physically but emotionally too #39; - Aimee Fuller, snowboarder and 2xOlympian #39;A relatable story on building resilience and finding your way in life and fitness #39; - David Birtwistle, Health Performance Coach #39;Ben is so knowledgeable and passionate about fitness, Raise The Bar gives valuable tips and guidance on how to stay focused and in control of your fitness goals #39; - Susie Chan, Endurance Runner Peloton instructor #39;This is more than a self-help book, it is a transformational paradigm shift that will shape how you live the rest of your life #39; - Dr. Will Cole, leading functional medicine expert, NYT-bestselling author, Intuitive Fasting Gut Feelings #39;I #39;m proud to have been a mentor to Ben and see him blossom into a Star. In this book he shows you how to reach your full potential even when life gets tough. #39; - Cody Rigsby, author of XOXO, Cody #39;Ben #39;s thoughtfulness and storytelling are wonderful landscapes for the practical tools, insight, and inspiration in this book. #39; - Ally Love, Peloton Instructor #39;Honest and approachable, Ben #39;s book is for anyone who needs a jumpstart of motivation and energy. #39; - Emma Lovewell, author of Live Learn Love WellIn Raise The Bar one of Peloton #39;s first UK based instructors, Ben Alldis, tackles mindset, motivation and fitness, and shows you the power of unlocking potential, taking control of your life, and discovering and developing your talents. Growing up, Ben was an accomplished athlete who was always looking for an opportunity to run, ride, kick a ball or compete. After graduating from university, he went on to work for a prestigious private equity firm in London, but after a pivotal year of battling skin cancer and losing one of his family members to illness, he decided to take the jump and follow his dream of helping others through health and fitness.Raise The Bar is a narrative motivational book - with practical take homes too - that focuses on lessons and advice about drive, setbacks, defying expectations, support systems and challenging accepted behaviours, all told through stories and insight from Ben, who understands what it takes to set and achieve personal goals and who motivates others daily to do the same.Using the principles behind maintaining a healthy mind and body, Ben wants to show you how to live beyond your limits right now and lay a positive foundation for your future self.

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The new prequel in the sci-fi universe HUXLEY, this spellbinding visual storybook is a unique vision of a post-apocalyptic future from leading game and film designer Ben Mauro. HUXLEY’s original run of six digital-first comics took the internet by storm and changed the landscape of graphic novels forever. But it was just the beginning.Ben Mauro’s epic decade-long franchise quickly expanded into prequels that build out the universe’s deep lore and rich history further, its next step is taken here in: HUXLEY: The Oracle. Delve deeper into the people, politics and horrors of FURY-7, a scorching desert planet that humanity abandoned to an empire of sacred machines known as Oracles after a devastating nuclear holocaust. These powerful machine emperors control the planet’s resources and have genetically engineered human clones to serve their needs.The most advanced of these soldiers are the Ronins; elite enforcers who maintain order for the Oracles in Machine City. Among them, Max – one of the heroes from the original graphic novels earlier in his career– discovers a conspiracy that threatens to upend the empire and his own understanding of the world. This brand new entry in the HUXLEY series features a captivating storyline with richly woven characters – some fan-favourites and others that are new to the saga – and another fascinating chapter in the franchise’s sprawling lore.Ben Mauro brings the burgeoning universe to life with hundreds of pages of characteristically intricate artwork. Get ready to embark on an epic new expedition in the HUXLEY universe, where every page promises adventure, intrigue and breathtaking artistry. 100 colour illustrations featuring original artwork from artists Steve Chinhsuan Wang (Gears of War 5), Nikolas Gekko (Halo Infinite, Destiny 2), Ben Mauro and never before seen storyboards from Syama Pedersen (Astartes).

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Create over 100 vibrant watercolour mixes and paint a range of inspiring botanicals including flowers, leaves, seedheads and bulbs with award-winning artist and colour-mixing guru, Julie Collins. Why so happy? Because itâ ™s so good. Where previous guides of this type (all of them) have gone for quantity, this very much goes for quality and relevance. Iâ ™d class this as pretty much a must-have for any flower painter. Henry Malt, artbookreview.netThis colourful, practical book features 15 vibrant and varied botanical subjects including a geranium, hydrangea, maple leaf, cardoon and allium bulb. All 15 subjects feature a complete list of colour mixes used with colour ratios and finished swatches for inspiration, and five of the subjects are painted step by step so that you can follow the process of selecting colours, mixing and painting from start to finish. Discover:Comprehensive information about colour, including a colour wheel and a guide to pure and mixed pigments;Essential watercolour techniques such as painting wet into wet, wet on dry, washes, lifting off and more;15 inspirational paintings with colour swatches, 5 shown step by step from start to finish;Useful tips and tricks scattered throughout. This book will inspire your love of colour, provide you with colour mixing inspiration and is designed to equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently create your own colour mixes. ***Mix the perfect colours for every painting with the inspiring and easy-to-use Colour Mixing Guide series. Each book features over 100 key colour mixes on a popular theme, showing you how to create exactly the colours you want, and building up your colour knowledge at every stage. These handy, pocket-sized paperbacks make ideal gifts or on-the-go reference guides: each contains 64 pages bursting with colour and jam-packed with practical information.

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From the bestselling The Colour Monster series and author-illustrator talent, Anna Llenas, comes a new mindfulness activity book packed with 45 mandalas to colour in!What do you do when your emotions overwhelm you and you don #39;t know how to control them? Or when you feel upset but can #39;t figure out why? Join the Colour Monster and discover how to express your emotions through art. On your journey towards calm, these mandalas, full of shapes and colour, will help you to connect with yourself and find your inner peace again.Using Anna Llenas #39; recognisable and accessible artwork in black and white form, dive into a book of beautiful and calming mandalas to colour. The perfect way to destress and help regulate emotions for children (and adults, too). Once completed, the mandalas can be removed from the book by the perforated edge and displayed for all to enjoy!Join the Colour Monster in his other adventures: The Colour Monster, The Colour Monster Goes to School and The Colour Monster The Feelings Doctor and the Emotions Toolkit.

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First flown in 1952, the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress became the ultimate expression of Cold War very heavy bomber design. The last of the famous â ˜Fortressâ ™ series of aircraft produced by the legendary Seattle-based company, the B-52 was created over a weekend in a hotel suite in Ohio, resulting in a design that gave Americaâ ™s post-war Strategic Air Command, led by General Curtis Le May, an additional nuclear-capable edge. The B-52 was almost as big as Convairâ ™s B-36 Peacemaker, the largest serial-produced piston-powered aircraft ever built. The B-52 could carry a very similar bomb load, but flew it further, higher and faster. The turbojet-powered B-52 utilized techniques Boeing had learned from the Model 450 B-47 Stratojet and was designed to meet the Strategic Air Commandâ ™s ever-changing needs in the nuclear age. Like its predecessors, Boeingâ ™s B-52 proved to be a highly flexible aircraft, capable of carrying increasing payloads, meaning it has remained in service well beyond its expected lifespan. Over the decades the B-52 gradually become a strategic and tactical airborne platform capable of delivering evermore deadly attacks against targets in various environments, from jungle to arid mountains. The B-52 had become the universal tool for commanders on the ground and a symbol of American military power, capable of striking a target anywhere in the world â “ as evidenced by its deployment in, for example, the Vietnam War and the Gulf War. Such was its potency, that the USAF and Boeing had developed an aeroplane of such importance that it now seems impossible to discuss conventional air power without including the B-52. This Flight Craft title offers the aviation enthusiast, historian and modeller an exciting selection of B-52-related resources through photographs, illustrations and excellent showcase examples to help build their own versions of this fearsome military aircraft.

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Discover the 2023 Winner of the Historical Writers Association Gold Crown Award ⠓ an atmospheric and suspenseful tale of intoxicating art and dizzying ambition, forbidden love and twisted obsession in Renaissance Venice ⠓ Damian Dibben s kaleidescopic The Colour Storm A glorious, exuberant read THE TIMES Addictive, ambitious and knife sharp. A compelling thriller and a celebration of art. Ravishing RACHEL JOYCE A rich and rousing tale of art, love, rivalry and obsession in Renaissance Venice CHLOË ASHBY, AUTHOR OF WET PAINT An engaging thriller and a compelling exploration of an artist s obsession with love and colour SUNDAY TIMES_______Venice, 1510.The world s greatest artists gather to enjoy fame, fortune, and colour. When a wealthy merchant discovers a mysterious new pigment, he knows it would create a masterpiece in the right hands.For struggling artist Giorgione Zorzo Barbarelli, success is far from reach. Until he s commissioned by the merchant to paint a portrait of his wife, Sybille.Impress him, and Zorzo could acquire the most coveted colour in the world - and write his name in history.But it is Sybille whose eye he catches. And when their relationship drags Zorzo into a conspiracy spanning the entire continent, it is far more than his career in danger . . ._______ Art and ambition, love and obsession all come into play in this compelling and spellbinding tale set in Renaissance Venice STYLIST An intoxicating story about an incredible period in history THE SUN A terrific book . . . Absorbing, exciting and, dare I say it, colourful. An original tale told beautifully A. D. SWANSTON Hugely evocative, it s a love story, it s a thriller, it s a fantastic page turner SOPHIE HAYDOCK, AUTHOR OF THE FLAMES An alluring Renaissance mystery of rivalry in love and art, where the gothic dank darkness of Venice is steeped in dreams of exquisite colour ESSIE FOXRead this extraordinary, award-winning tale of colour, art, life, love and dangerous obsession now.Praise for Damian Dibben An epic tale of love, of courage, of hope Evening Standard I was captivated from the beginning Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry Original, ambitious, moving Stylist Bask in the brilliance The Mail on Sunday

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Known as â ˜Fat Albertâ ™, Lockheedâ ™s ubiquitous C-130 Hercules was a product of combat experiences gained during the Korean War, a conflict that highlighted the need for a rugged transport aircraft designed with a do-anything, go-anywhere ethos in mind. First flown in August 1954, the C-130, powered by four turboprop engines mounted underneath a high wing which allowed for effortless loading via a rear ramp, soon proved its worth as a highly versatile aircraft. The easily configured cargo area helped the C-130 stand out from the crowd, and soon variants began to appear, with the first being a ski-equipped resupply aircraft. It was this type of tasking the C-130 excelled at, and soon air movement staff was developing new ways to deploy cargo. This included low-level drops, proving invaluable in aiding isolated disaster-struck areas. Other variants included air-to-air tankers, electronic reconnaissance platforms and weather reconnaissance aircraft. Now produced by Lockheed Martin, the C-130 has become synonymous with tactical airlifting and is the longest continuously produced military aircraft since the first one rolled off the production line in 1954\. In fact, since its introduction into service the C-130 has produced over seventy variants, including gunships, search-and-rescue and scientific research aircraft, and is currently in service with some seventy nations. As well as the military C-130, Lockheed has also produced a commercial variant of their famous aircraft, the L-100\. Not for nothing do Lockheed Martin claim that there is at least one C-130 airborne somewhere in the world at any given moment in time. With over 2,500 produced, and some almost thirty years old, that s more than plausible. This Flight Craft title offers the aviation enthusiast, historian and modeller an exciting selection of C-130-related resources through photographs, illustrations and excellent showcase examples to help build their own versions of this hugely successful, highly flexible aircraft.

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The RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Notes has been compiled to complement the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course and draws on the cumulative experience of hundreds of experienced sailing instructors. The techniques shown or described are tried and tested and are suitable for most types of cruising yacht.

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*A SCOTSMAN TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR* Stranded at Schiphol airport, Ben Coates called up a friendly Dutch girl he d met some months earlier. He stayed for dinner. Actually, he stayed for good. In the first book to consider the hidden heart and history of the Netherlands from a modern perspective, the author explores the length and breadth of his adopted homeland and discovers why one of the world s smallest countries is also so significant and so fascinating. It is a self-made country, the Dutch national character shaped by the ongoing battle to keep the water out from the love of dairy and beer to the attitude to nature and the famous tolerance. Ben Coates investigates what makes the Dutch the Dutch, why the Netherlands is much more than Holland and why the colour orange is so important. Along the way he reveals why they are the world s tallest people and have the best carnival outside Brazil. He learns why Amsterdam s brothels are going out of business, who really killed Anne Frank, and how the Dutch manage to be richer than almost everyone else despite working far less. He also discovers a country which is changing fast, with the Dutch now questioning many of the liberal policies which made their nation famous.A personal portrait of a fascinating people, a sideways history and an entertaining travelogue, Why the Dutch are Different is the story of an Englishman who went Dutch. And loved it.

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Dogs of all shapes and sizes star in this delightful book, but which of them is the biggest? Itâ ™s up to you to decideâ ¦Children aged 3-5 can meet dogs big and small, with all sorts of unique and special features, in this playful picture book. From tiny Chihuahua Agnes who loves to burrow beneath cushions, to Holly the Collie, who loves chasing her tail, this book contains a pack of adorable dogs. Each is special in their own way, but only one of these lovable pups can be the biggest. A fun surprise at the end of the book reveals just who is the BIGGEST dog in the book.This picture book for children offers: A charming story written by celebrated author Ben Lerwill, following Agnes the Chihuahua and her friends as they search for the Biggest Dog in the book.Adorable illustrations of a variety of dogs by award-winning illustrator Mark Chambers.A surprise open-out page at the very end revealing the Biggest Dog in the book. This fun story introduces different dog breeds and involves playful repetition throughout, reinforcing new vocabulary for little ones. Written by award-winning author Ben Lerwill and illustrated by prizewinning artist Mark Chambers, this book will appeal to dog lovers everywhere and anyone who appreciates animals, no matter their size.

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Discover the most awesome places on Earth. 50 Maps of the World is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any young travel lover, map maestro or geography genius. Geography, history and culture spill from the pages of this luxuriously illustrated treasure trove of travel knowledge for 7-to-10-year-olds. Each two-page spread is dedicated to a different country, providing both quick-fire facts and the chance to delve deeper into what makes every nation unique. Natural wonders, bustling metropolises, storied pasts and cultural icons are all presented in expert detail from experienced explorers Ben Handicott and Kalya Ryan, alongside Sol Linero’s eye-popping artwork. Meet our earliest ancestors in Ethiopia, marvel at Machu Picchu in Peru and visit the floating villages of Cambodia in this colourful guide to 50 fascinating countries. It’s a diverse guide that spans from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, and more. Each spread includes dozens of spotlighted locations, a timeline of the nation’s history and introductions to the people who have helped shape it. With the expertise of Ben Handicott (Hello Atlas, Atlas of Adventures: Wonders of the World) and Kalya Ryan, alongside the stunning illustrations of Sol Linero (The 50 States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A.), experience the diversity of our world like never before. 50 Maps of the Worldreimagines what maps for kids can be, providing not just a geographical fact-fest but a vivid insight into the history, culture and wildlife that shape our living world. This is the perfect way for aspiring adventurers to find out more about all the exciting destinations around the world. This is a quirky, dynamic book of atlases that makes a perfect companion for holidays and during trip planning.Originally published in hardback under the title Our Wonderful World (2020).Also in the series: The 50 States, We Are the United States, 50 Cities of the U.S.A., Only in America, and many exciting, fun-filled activity books.

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The RYA Day Skipper Handbook Motor is the official companion to the RYA Motor Cruising Day Skipper Course, continuing the RYA practical series of books that accompany the courses.

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The Colour Bible is one to return to again and again. - Elephant This definitive guide...will no doubt inform many future colour choices. - House Garden An essential source for graphic designers, artists, interior designers, fashion designers, illustrators and creatives of any kind who work with colour.Colour is intrinsic to the human experience; it guides us with subconscious visual cues throughout our lives. Get it right in your design or art and you can enhance mood and atmosphere, and create a desired psychological or even physiological effect. The Colour Bible is a contemporary handbook for navigating this fascinating world of colour. It dives into 100 profiles of significant colours and tracks them through their genesis, historical usage in art and design, and contemporary connotations and uses. - A potted history of each colour- Key colour associations from around the world- Contemporary connotations and brand design- Practical advice on how to use and combine colours in your work

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The Colour of Time spans more than a hundred years of world history from the reign of Queen Victoria and the US Civil War to the Cuban Missile Crisis and beginning of the Space Age. It charts the rise and fall of empires, the achievements of science, industry and the arts, the tragedies of war and the politics of peace, and the lives of men and women who made history. The book is a collaboration between a gifted Brazilian artist and a leading British historian. Marina Amaral has created 200 stunning images, using contemporary photographs as the basis for her full-colour digital renditions. Dan Jones has written a narrative that anchors each image in its context, and weaves them into a vivid account of the world that we live in today. A fusion of amazing pictures and well-chosen words, The Colour of Time offers a unique â “ and often beautiful â “ perspective on the past. This compact edition of The Colour of Time makes the perfect gift for anyone (and not just anyone interested in history).

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What Aitken writes about fun is worth reading Mail on Sunday Irresistible Christopher Somerville, author of The January Man and Walking the Bones of Britain A great book Simon Rimmer, Sunday Brunch Aitken s writing is always a delight Madeleine Bunting, author of The SeasideAre you getting enough? Bestselling travel writer Ben Aitken wasn t. Increasingly flat and decreasingly zen, Ben gave boredom the boot and stress the cold shoulder by embarking on a whimsical journey into the serious business of having a laugh. He did a pilgrimage in Spain, a summer camp in Kent, and a cruise of the Baltic with 2,000 grannies. And when he wasn t on the road, he searched for merriment at home: by giving bridge a go, volunteering a chance, and gardening a crack of the whip. By incorporating the thoughts of key thinkers and boffins, Here Comes the Fun offers a satisfying balance of the playful and the profound, the serious and the silly, the daft and the deep.

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The new edition of the RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Notes is a step into the future. Electronic-focussed navigation is growing, and this latest RYA publication is the essential reference guide for anyone who has taken, or is considering taking, the RYA s Day Skipper Theory course.

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In the tradition of Albert Camus, J. D. Salinger, and Osamu Dazai, the archetype of the savage young man at the precipice returns in Ben Faulkner s hypnotic debut, The Agonies. Armand Bernal is breaking apart. The trials of youth become a torrential odyssey of dislocation and disorientation. In this bildungsroman for our modern age—an age of collapse—Ben Faulkner has created an unforgettable character wary of work, college, relationships, and the world at large, becoming an unstable young man moving toward an act of terrifying violence. Will he survive the gothic America of The Agonies? Â

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“The more we value things outside our control the less control we have” EpictetusEvery one of us will encounter tough times. There’s no escape. This is what it means to be human. But what if there was a way to make these tough times easier?Enter Stoicism.This ancient Greek philosophy has a lot to offer that is as relevant today as it was 2000 years ago – its guiding purpose was to help us to live better lives. The Stoic Golden Rule was that “we can’t control external events, but we can choose how to respond to them”. This idea can have a profound effect on how we exist in the world.Taking Stoic philosophy into the everyday, practical philosopher and adventurer Ben Aldridge, explores the 10 key Stoic guiding principles and how they can help you build a more resilient life.This book isn’t just for philosophizing – it’s a book for doing.Ben also shares a host of challenges that you can use to put Stoicism into practice. These include:Creating your own anti-bucket listIntentionally experiencing voluntary discomfortCultivating a non-judgemental approach to lifeContemplating your own mortality (Memento Mori)“You have the power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength” Marcus Aurelius

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Waterstones Scottish Childrenâ ™s Book of the MonthYears ago, the Emperor used dark magic to steal all the colour from the world. Now he keeps it for himself, enjoying its life-giving power while everyone else must exist in cold shades of grey. That is, until a miracle baby is born â “ everything she touches turns to colour. But the childâ ™s life is in danger from her very first breath. Soon the Emperorâ ™s murderous Ripper Dogs and Black Coats come hunting. Can the girl and her adopted father survive in the forest â “ and what will it take to return colour and hope to the world?

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Under a sky the colour of extinctionyou choose your own conclusion.The Earth might have already done so⠦and ten thousand years of civilisationwill shrink to an unrepeated moment.The Colour of Extinction is a collection for our times: taking all of nature into its focus, these carefully crafted lines leave the reader mulling over our interaction with ⠓ and overuse of ⠓ the natural world.Split into four strands, focusing on the climate crisis, birds, Australia and the melting polar caps, The Colour of Extinction forces us to confront the possible futures of the planet that we are destroying yet are so reliant on.

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The Colour of Ireland: County by County 1860-1960 is a photographic celebration of the history, culture, people and places that make up a century of life in Ireland. Covering all 32 counties, this beautiful, meticulously researched collection takes a past only ever viewed before in black and white and - in glorious colour - breathes fresh energy and emotion into it.With close to 200 colourised photographs set alongside their black and white counterparts, here is a world seen for the first time: a treasure trove to fire the imagination and reignite our connection to the past as it was actually lived. From the thatched cottages of Meath to the libraries of Trinity College, from 1920s sunseekers in Dun Laoghaire to women spinning and carding wool in County Mayo, all of Ireland is vividly brought to life. Along with key moments from the Irish War of Independence and the turbulent history of the 32 counties, these images capture rural landscapes, villages, towns and cities. Endlessly, uniquely fascinating, The Colour of Ireland offers a wealth of perspectives on the bygone ages of an ever-changing land.

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The latest picture book in the bestselling The Colour Monster series, from talented author-illustrator Anna Llenas, that encourages conversations about consent, mental health and wellbeing. The ideal conversation starter for readers of The Colour Monster, The Colour Monster Goes to School and Don t Hug Doug.

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Reflections on the charm of farmhouse living from the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Folk Magazine Discover the magical qualities this lifestyle has to offer Learn how to maintain a garden seasonally, how to prepare typical farmer’s dishes and why farm life may not be for everyone, but is undoubtedly appealing to many Folk Magazine has more than half a million followers on Instagram A slower pace of life, outdoor space and tight-knit communities come hand-in-hand with village living - something many have come to appreciate in recent months. Many city-dwellers are looking for an alternative way of life and are preparing to move, making the dream reality. In this beautifully photographed book, Ben Ashby, the editor-in-chief of Folk Magazine, reflects on the authenticity and charm of life on the farm. Having made the move several years ago from New York to Kentucky, he shares his thoughts on fitting into a small town, living on the farm, learning to celebrate the slow life, and being self-sufficient. For each season, he pilots us to the most inspiring farmhouses and pays tribute to the architecture and interiors of these unique spaces, as well as to the lifestyle and sense of community that goes along with country life. Now might be a perfect time for you to give farming life a try!

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A thrilling Cold War story about a KGB double agent, by one of Britain s greatest historians - now with a new afterword On a warm July evening in 1985, a middle-aged man stood on the pavement of a busy avenue in the heart of Moscow, holding a plastic carrier bag. In his grey suit and tie, he looked like any other Soviet citizen. The bag alone was mildly conspicuous, printed with the red logo of Safeway, the British supermarket. The man was a spy. A senior KGB officer, for more than a decade he had supplied his British spymasters with a stream of priceless secrets from deep within the Soviet intelligence machine. No spy had done more to damage the KGB. The Safeway bag was a signal: to activate his escape plan to be smuggled out of Soviet Russia. So began one of the boldest and most extraordinary episodes in the history of spying. Ben Macintyre reveals a tale of espionage, betrayal and raw courage that changed the course of the Cold War forever...

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NAMED AS ONE OF THE BBC S 100 MOST INSPIRING NOVELS It was octarine, the colour of magic. It was alive and glowing and vibrant and it was the undisputed pigment of the imagination . . . Somewhere between thought and reality exists the Discworld, a magical world not totally unlike our own. Except for the fact that it travels through space on the shoulders of four giant elephants who in turn stand on the shell of an astronomically huge star turtle, of course.Rincewind is the world s worst wizard who has just been handed a very important job: to look after the world s first tourist, upon whose survival rests the peace and prosperity of the land. Unfortunately, their journey across the Disc includes facing robbers, monsters, mercenaries, and Death himself.And the whole thing s just a game of the gods that might send them over the edge . . . If you ve never read a Discworld novel, what s the matter with you? Guardian Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own The TimesThe Colour of Magic is the first book in the Wizards series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order.

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The bestselling original book with jaw-dropping pop-up pages, featuring the beloved Colour Monster from hugely talented author-illustrator, Anna Llenas. One day, the Colour Monster wakes up feeling confused. With Nuna s help, the Colour Monster finds a way through those difficult feelings.

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A board book follow-up to The Colour Monster, Anna Llenas s delightful pop-up book. One day, Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. To help him, a little girl shows thim what each feeling means through colour. What is the Colour Monster feeling?

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A picture book follow-up to The Colour Monster, Anna Llenas s delightful pop-up book. One day, Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. To help him, a little girl shows thim what each feeling means through colour. What is the Colour Monster feeling?

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A ground-breaking and beautifully written investigation into the Arctic Treeline with an urgent environmental message. Evocative, wise and unflinching Jay Griffiths, author of WildThe Arctic treeline is the frontline of climate change, where the trees have been creeping towards the pole for fifty years already.Scientists are only just beginning to understand the astonishing significance of these northern forests for all life on Earth. At the treeline, Rawlence witnesses the accelerating impact of climate change and the devastating legacies of colonialism and capitalism. But he also finds reasons for hope. Humans are creatures of the forest; we have always evolved with trees and The Treeline asks us where our co-evolution might take us next.SHORTLISTED FOR THE JAMES CROPPER WAINWRIGHT PRIZE A moving, thoughtful, deeply reported elegy for our vanishing world and a map of the one to come Nathaniel Rich, author of Losing Earth A lyrical and passionate book... The Treeline is a sobering, powerful account of how trees might just save the world, as long as we are sensible enough to let them Mail on Sunday Ben Rawlence circumnavigates the very top of the globe - returning with a warning, in this enthralling and wonderfully written book Mark Lynas, author of Six Degrees

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The bestselling complete history of the British Navy - our national story through a different prism.The story of our navy is nothing less than the story of Britain, our culture and our empire. Much more than a parade of admirals and their battles, this is the story of how an insignificant island nation conquered the world s oceans to become its greatest trading empire. Yet, as Ben Wilson shows, there was nothing inevitable about this rise to maritime domination, nor was it ever an easy path. EMPIRE OF THE DEEP: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE BRITISH NAVY also reveals how our naval history has shaped us in more subtle and surprising ways - our language, culture, politics and national character all owe a great debt to this conquest of the seas. This is a gripping, fresh take on our national story.

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A ground-breaking new study that transforms our understanding of one of the most famous battles of the Second World War, widely mythologized as the largest tank battle in history.Today in Russia there are three official sacred battlefields: Kulikovo, where the Mongols were defeated in 1380; Borodino, where Russian troops slowed Napoleon s Grande Armée before Moscow in 1812; the third is Prokhorovka, where the Soviet annihilation of Hitler s elite SS Panzer force on 12 July 1943 in the largest armoured clash in history has traditionally been described as a key turning point in the war.The Panzers of Prokhorovka challenges this narrative. The battle was indeed an important Soviet victory, but a very different one to that described above. Based on ground-breaking archival research and supported by previously unpublished images of the battlefield, Ben Wheatley argues that German armoured losses were in fact negligible and a fresh approach is required to understand Prokhorovka. This book tackles the many myths that have built up over the years, and presents a new analysis of this famous engagement.

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Fascinating and insightful . . . lifts the curtain to reveal the inner workings of international cricket. A must-read for any cricketer, coach or fan Eoin Morgan This path-breaking book should be compulsory reading for commentators and captains - and all cricket fans Mervyn King Clever and original but also wise Ed SmithHow valuable is winning the toss? And how should captains use it to their advantage? Why does a cricket ball swing? Why don t Indians bat left-handed? What is a good length and why? Why are leg-spinners so successful in T20 cricket? Why did England win the World Cup? Why do all Test bowlers bowl at either 55 or 85mph? Why don t they pitch it up?All cricketers long to know the answer to these questions and many more. Only fifteen years ago it would have been difficult to answer them - cricket was guided only by decades-old tradition and received wisdom. Data has changed everything. Today we can track every ball to within millimetres; its release point, speed and bounce point are measured as are how much the ball swings, how much it deviates off the pitch, the exact height and line that it passes the stumps, and multiple other variables. Hitting Against the Spin is the story of that data, and what it can tell us about how cricket really works. Leading cricket thinkers Nathan Leamon and Ben Jones lift the lid on international cricket and explain its hidden workings and dynamics - the forces that shape cricket and, in turn, the cricketers who play it. They analyse the unseen hands that determine which players succeed and which fail, which tactics work and which don t, which teams win and which lose. They also explore the new world of franchise cricket as well as the rapid evolution of the T20 format. Revolutionary in its insights, Hitting Against the Spin takes you on a fascinating whistle-stop tour of modern cricket and sports analytics, bringing cricket firmly into the twenty-first century by revealing its long-kept secrets. This is the most important cricket book in decades.

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In the race to be first in describing the lost generation of the 1980s, Geoff Dyer in The Colour of Memory leads past the winning post. We re not lost, one of his hero s friend s says, we re virtually extinct . It is a small world in Brixton that Dyer commemorates, of council flat and instant wasteland, of living on the dole and the scrounge, of mugging, which is merely begging by force, and of listening to Callas and Coltrane. It is the nostalgia of the DHSS Bohemians, the children of unsocial security, in an urban landscape of debris and wreckage. Not since Colin MacInnes s City of Spades and Absolute Beginners thirty years ago has a novel stuck a flick-knife so accurately into the young and marginal city. A low-keyed style and laconic wit touch up The Colour of Memory. The Times

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The Sunday Times Children s Book of the Year. Children s Book of the Week in both the Times and Guardian.The Misadventures of Frederick is a funny, joyful story about friendship and the delights of outdoor adventures (even for the accident-prone) â “ wonderfully written by the talented Ben Manley and beautifully illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark, creator of Plumdog and Blue Kangaroo.In a mansion surrounded by lakes and forests, Frederick is bored. He leads a very sheltered life: and when Emily invites him to play outside he has no choice but to refuse â “ what if he hurts himself? Much better to stay safely indoors. But Emily is not one to take no for an answer . . .A series of brilliantly funny and evocative letters between Frederick and Emily tell this unique story which weaves together the colourful, adventurous world of Emily with Frederick s drab life of boredom and safety.

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Make great color choices and mixes in watercolor, oils and acrylics with master artists and bestselling author Julie Collins. With over 1,800 swatches, so you ll never be at a loss for the perfect color blend again.This portable, pocket-sized companion is a clear, comprehensive guide to color mixing in the 3 most popular mediums: watercolor, acrylics, and oils. Introducing simple color theory and the color wheel at beginner’s level, paint your own with the template provided.Over 1,800 swatches demonstrating the wide scope of mixes that can be achieved in each mediumTemplates and guidelines for creating your own indispensable colour wheelsInvaluable information on the rudiments of color, including tonal values, working with a limited palette and understanding local color.The Colour Mixing Companion is a beautifully presented and practical guide to understanding and mixing colors for artists and hobby painters; from beginners to more experienced painters.

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Sacks is rightly renowned for his empathy . . . anyone with a taste for the exotic will find this beautifully written book highly engaging â “ Sunday Times Always fascinated by islands, Oliver Sacks is drawn to the Pacific by reports of the tiny atoll of Pingelap, with its isolated community of islanders born totally colour-blind; and to Guam, where he investigates a puzzling paralysis endemic there for a century. Along the way, he re-encounters the beautiful, primitive island cycad trees â “ and these become the starting point for a meditation on time and evolution, disease and adaptation, and islands both real and metaphorical in The Island of the Colour-Blind.

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This is the official handbook supporting the RYA Day Skipper Sail Course and is ideal for anyone looking to brush up on their knowledge to this level. It gives great practical and detailed advice on key skills, expanding on the course companion notes.

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In The Jews: An Indigenous People, the final instalment of his seminal Jewish Pride trilogy, Ben M. Freeman takes readers on a powerful journey through 3,000 years of Jewish history. Exploring the origins of Jewish identity and practice and their resonance today, Freeman expertly weaves together anthropology and archaeology while examining globally recognised criteria for indigeneity. Brace yourself as this book boldly reclaims the Jewish narrative, affirming without doubt: Jews are indigenous to Israel.

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A colouring-in activity book based on The Colour Monster picture book and pop-up book. How does Colour Monster feel today? Look at each picture and decide which colour suits his mood best. Is he red for anger? See him dance like a ballerina, dress up as a superhero, play with his friend and much more.

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Every grandma is different â ¦ but they re ALL special!Is your grandma an actor or an acrobat? Is she an ambulance driver, an expert chef, or secret spy? Whatever your grandma does, you can be sure she loves you!A heartwarming celebration of grandmas everywhere, and the love and friendship they share with their grandchildren. With Ben Faulks irresistibly bouncy rhymes and charming illustrations by the talented Nia Tudor, this book is the perfect gift for any grandparent or grandchild. Also available: Grandads Are the Greatest

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Every grandma is different â ¦ but they re ALL special!Is your grandma an actor or an acrobat? Is she an ambulance driver, an expert chef, or secret spy? Whatever your grandma does, you can be sure she loves you!A heartwarming celebration of grandmas everywhere, and the love and friendship they share with their grandchildren. With Ben Faulks irresistibly bouncy rhymes and charming illustrations by the talented Nia Tudor, this book is the perfect gift for any grandparent or grandchild. Also available: Grandads Are the Greatest

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Selected as one of the BBC s 100 Novels That Shaped Our World . From Booker Prize winner Ben Okri, a deceptively simple modern fable with an ancient origin. A young man finds himself living among invisible beings who have built a utopia based on one principle: that we must repeat or suffer every experience until we experience it properly and fully for the first time. A modern day classic Evening Standard Beautiful. A new creation myth Daily Telegraph Amazing. I think this is as close as you can get to reliving the experience of a bedtime story Guardian

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Every grandad is different . . . but they re ALL special!Is your grandad an adventurer or an explorer? Is he a builder, an inventor, or a MAGICIAN? Whatever your grandad does, you can be sure he loves you!This is a joyous celebration of wonderful grandads and the love they have for their grandchildren. With a bouncy, irresistible rhyming text by Ben Faulks and charming illustrations by the talented Nia Tudor, it s the perfect gift for any grandparent or grandchild!

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This beautiful coffee-table book guides readers through the history of Chelsea s iconic kit and in doing so tells the story of the club, its most famous matches and the iconic players who wore the shirt with pride and distinction. Compiled using stunning photographs of match worn shirts actually donned by many of Chelsea s greatest players, the book presents a stunning timeline of the club s history and emblematic shirt and brings together the rarest and most iconic blues shirts ever seen. It includes: A player shirt from virtually every one of the home and away shirt variations worn by Chelsea over the last 70 years A player shirt from every major cup final Chelsea have played in Iconic shirts worn by many of Chelsea s greatest players Prototype jerseys never worn and not seen before Blue Is The Colour is a breathtaking and historic record of the greatest collection of blues match worn shirts that have ever been seen together, and through these classic and iconic shirts the history of one of the world s most famous football clubs comes to life.

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Create over 100 vibrant watercolor mixes and paint a range of inspiring seashore subjects including shells, seaweed, plants and fish with award-winning artist and colour-mixing guru Julie Collins.This colorful, practical book features 15 vibrant and varied coastal subjects including mussel shells, coral weed, sea grass, sardines and a blue jellyfish. All 15 subjects feature a complete list of color mixes used with color ratios and finished swatches for inspiration, and five of the subjects are painted step by step so that you can follow the process of selecting colors, mixing and painting from start to finish.Discover:Comprehensive information about color, including a color wheel and a guide to pure and mixed pigmentsEssential watercolor techniques such as painting wet into wet, wet on dry, washes, lifting off and more15 inspirational paintings with color swatches, 5 shown step by step from start to finishUseful tips and tricks scattered throughoutThis book will inspire your love of color, provide you with colour mixing inspiration and is designed to equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently create your own color mixes.

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Compassionate and hopeful - Pragya Agarwal, author of Sway: Unravelling Unconscious Bias This beautiful curation will be a catalyst to our healing and emancipation - Seyi Akiwowo, author of How to Stay Safe Online: A Digital Self-Care Toolkit for Developing Resilience and AllyshipA compelling collection of stories, essays, poetry and art that shines a light on the experiences of mental health for people of colour, bringing solace and connection to those with similar stories. A tool for education and advocacy, The Colour of Madness offers a space for those who have been excluded from mainstream health narratives.For those past and present who were not able to tell their stories.For those who told their stories but were not heard.For those who are steeling themselves, waiting for their moment to speak.A moving tribute to all who have suffered in a prejudiced system, this anthology is both an urgent call for change and a vibrant beacon of hope, compiled by Dr Samara Linton and Dr Rianna Walcott. A body of work we should revisit again and again. - K Bailey Obazee, PRIM â ˜A seminal body of workâ ™ - Melissa Cummings-Quarry, co-author of Grown: The Black Girl s Guide to Glowing Up

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Lee Lawrence was just eleven when his mother, Cherry Groce, was shot by police during a raid on the family s south London home. It was an event that would spark a violent uprising and dominate his life for the next 30 years as he fought for justice and for the police to admit their wrongdoing.Along the way, Lee came across dozens of other cases, past and present, which made it clear that the racial prejudice and bias which resulted in his mother s shooting had been in place for many decades, impacting the lives of thousands of innocent people .Through a deeply researched and fast-moving narrative, Lee Lawrence seamlessly combines historical fact with his dramatic first-hand experiences of racial injustice to present vivid stories - from the Somali sailor who was wrongly convicted of murder in Cardiff in 1952 to the assault on professional footballer Dalian Atkinson and from the hounding of Notting Hill s Mangrove Club to Black Lives Matter - that chronicle how Britain s Black community has been mistreated.Though there remains much work to be done, Lee Lawrence is also an inspiring guide who highlights the many positive changes that have taken place and outlines those still needing to be enacted. Against the backdrop of the hard-learned lessons of years gone by, The Colour of Injustice also lays the foundation for a pathway to the future to move towards a truly anti-racist society.

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