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Book SynopsisWhat terrible secret was buried in Shi Huangdi's tomb? Did nomads like lizard stew? What happened to Anansi the Spider in the Village of the Plantains? And how did a six-year-old become the last emperor of Rome? Told in a straightforward, engaging style that has become Susan Wise Bauer's trademark, The Story of the World series covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas—find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times. This first revised volume begins with the earliest nomads and ends with the last Roman emperor. Newly revised and updated, The Story of the World, Volume 1 includes maps, a new timeline, more illustrations, and additional parental aids. This read-aloud series is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children. Enjoy it together and introduce your child to the marvelous story of the world's civilizations. Each Story of the World volume provides a full year of history study when combined with the Activity Book, Audiobook, and Tests—each available separately to accompany each volume of The Story of the World Text Book. Volume 1 Grade Recommendation: Grades 1-5.Trade Review"This may well be the best multi-age read aloud narrative of world history yet to have been written." -- Homeschooling in Japan

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Book SynopsisSteve Marriott, lead singer of the Small Faces and Humble Pie, had a voice coveted by Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, Roger Daltrey and David Bowie, amongst many others. All or Nothing, Simon Spence's oral history biography, is drawn from over 125 interviews with those who knew Marriott intimately: his wives, children, bandmates and closest friends, managers, record producers, record label bosses and his fellow musicians. Included are scores of people who have never told their story before. From his child star beginnings to his battles with drug addiction and untimely death in a housefire, All or Nothing is a visceral and unflinching account of Steve Marriott's extraordinary and often troubling life. 'There have been several books written about him over the years but not one has got anywhere near the real truth, until this one' Blues in Britain 'A completely and wholly fascinating story... A superb book, featuring excellent glossy photographs... a must buy' HiFi World 'Unflinchingly chronicling the sadness of Marriott's twilight without ever losing sight of the joyous music that made him so special in the first place' Record Collector

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Book SynopsisThis authoritative encyclopedia is perfect for visual learners: it reveals astonishing information about space, Earth, animals, humans and technology through 200 infographics, including maps, charts, timelines and more! Grasp facts at a glance as you turn every page: discover the size of our Sun in comparison to the largest star in the universe; find out which animal can leap 200 times its body length; learn how many cups of snot your body makes a day; compare the sizes of the biggest beasts that have ever lived; witness what happens in a single second across the world. With stunning infographics by internationally renowned data designer Valentina D'Efilippo, along with beautiful colour photography, as well as interviews with leading expert consultants for every chapter, this ravishing book from Britannica offers an exhilarating visual way to understand the world around us.Trade Review"A treasure trove of sparkling facts… absorbingly informative." * Daily Telegraph *"This is an utterly wonderful book. A real page-turner, with one 'wow' after another, whether it's about the lengths of animals' tongues and tails, or the seven types of poo. And for a statistician, it's great to read a book that deals with magnitudes and comparisons, with the bonus of imaginative and engaging graphics." -- Professor David Speigelhalter"The perfect antidote to tablets and TV! My kids sit down with this captivating book for hours (usually with me peering over their shoulders)." -- Dan Snow"Numbers have never been so illuminating! In this unique and gorgeous encyclopaedia, children will be able to engage with data and see how it explains the world." -- Alex Bellos, author of 'Alex’s Adventures in Numberland' and 'Football School'"Endlessly fascinating and exciting... A brilliant family resource." * Juno magazine *"This is an engaging children’s reference book with a visual approach to information...As you would expect from a children’s encyclopaedia, there will be something of interest for everyone, and this book also exposes young readers to useful data literacy skills." -- Five Books"Through clever infographics and colourful charts and maps, kids will learn a treasure trove of facts and figures about the world." -- Good HousekeepingSelected as one of the best kids books of 2023 -- Five Books"A new infographic-style, visual encyclopedia that covers astonishing information about space, Earth, animals, humans and technology this is really a feast of information." -- WRD Magazine"There could be no more exhilarating and visually stunning way to understand and marvel at the world around us." -- Lancashire Evening Post“Infographics are highly visual and make information easy to understand”. -- Sunday Telegraph"I was one of those children who is a visual learner and there is so much brilliant content" -- Martin Chilton * Independent *"This visual book is ideal to give to children who want to learn about the world around them." -- Zoe West * Women's Weekly Magazine *The mind-boggling facts are parcelled into luminous infographics that put size, scale, timeline and more into a clear perspective. Accessible, amazing and awesome." -- Juliette Saumande * Irish Independent *"This beautiful encyclopedia is fantastic for visual learners or for anyone who gets overwhelmed by too much text." * Sun *"Britannica’s Encyclopedia Infographica is a delightfully densely packed joy of visual understanding." -- Andy Kirk * visualisingdata.com *

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Book Synopsis'...probably the best book written about grunge' Paul Brannigan, Classic Rock 'Mudhoney are the jewel of Seattle.' Thurston Moore, Sonic Youth If rock fans associate Seattle primarily with Nirvana and Pearl Jam, time has shown that the city's most influential grunge band may well have been Mudhoney. They're still going strong and this is their story. Formed in early 1988 Mudhoney originally comprised Mark Arm, Matt Lukin, Dan Peters and Steve Turner and their debut single, 'Touch Me I'm Sick', was the catalytic force behind Nirvana and Pearl Jam who took grunge global. Mudhoney's would have been another story of half-forgotten pioneers paving the way for others who grabbed the prize... except they not only survived all the classic rock band excesses, but they also kept on producing great music. Bolstered by new member Guy Maddison, they celebrated their quarter-century with a superb 2013 album, Vanishing Point, and showed no signs of slowing down with the release of Digital Garbage in 2018 and Morning In America in 2019. Updated with a new chapter drawing on fresh interviews with the group, this book tells an unconventional tale of rock heroism about a band that missed out on superstardom but kept control of the music and triumphantly outlived their more famous disciples.Trade Review'A great book about a great, undervalued band. It's a romp. It's sad in places. It's quite brilliant. And as an encapsulation of Sub Pop, Seattle, grunge, euphoria, great music and devilish **** attitude that long ago defined Mudhoney as one of America's greatest rock bands, full stop, it's hard to beat' Everett True, Classic Rock 8/10 'An informative, detailed yet lively and easy to read book. Highly recommended.'HiFi World 'The definitive book on nineties Seattle music and scene pioneers Mudhoney. They lit the fuse that set off an explosion' Mark Lanegan

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Book Synopsis Join Stuart Hillard as he expands his expertise from quilt-making to bag-making. Not just a sewing book, Bags for Life teaches you the diversity of bags that you can create once you have learnt the basics. With projects for all levels of crafter, you can work your way up from the simpler tote bag to various, more complicated, projects – such as a toiletry bag or overnight bag With 21 stylish projects for every occasion Stuart provides achievable patterns, fast makes for all abilities and professional looking results. Delving into the anatomy of the bag, take a visual tour of the various parts of different bags, before moving onto the specific details of pockets, zips, piping, binding, straps and handles and even metalwork. Divided into 5 chapters, there is much to choose from – whether you want to make re-usable shopping bags or a crafters bag that holds your yarn, there is something for every crafter out there. Chapters include:A Trip to the Market: trolley bags to shop and go; simple drawstring produce bags; expanding market tote; and a wallet.A Day at the Beach: Convertible tote 'n' towel; splash proof sling and book bag; and multi-purpose hobo perfect for carrying food, blankets and even baby essentials.A Picnic by the Lake: Picnic bag with insulated interior; bottle carrier; and drawstring games and play mat.A Meeting in the City: The ultimate workbag with room for a laptop or tables; the overnight attaché; and a don't shoot the messenger bag, an everyday essential.A Weekend in the Country: The ultimate weekend bag with plenty of pockets; an absolute essentials roll-up pouch; and a multi-pocketed zippered toiletry bag.A Great Afternoon In (for every crafter!): Knitting bag to store your current project in style; a sewing machine bag; a project pouch; and a drawstring project bag. With 2 pattern sheets, step-by-step illustrations and lifestyle photography, there really is nothing stopping you from creating a whole host of homemade bags in a fun and sustainable way.Trade Review‘Stuart provides achievable patterns, fast makes for all abilities and professional looking results’ -- Craft Focus'Impressive' -- Simply Sewing

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Book SynopsisIf you hide your past, it will surely come back to haunt you. Living a respectable life in Cheltenham as a magistrate and property landlord, former agent and terrorist Tariq Al Hashmi falls into such a trap. With Libya's Colonel Gadaffi no longer a moving part of the Axis of Evil and the Irish Troubles on the back boiler, what could go wrong? His days as an embedded sleeper agent with a hidden fuse ready to be lit are surely over. But complacency proves an unreliable companion. Those in the secret world that he once occupied have long memories and other ideas. Unexpectedly his world starts to fall apart and Al Hashmi's former spymasters try to manipulate him in ways he could not have imagined and for purposes he can only guess at. Author Alex Gardiner's remarkable debut thriller is written with inside knowledge. The plot's twists and turns are spiced with intrigue and complexity that will keep the reader guessing until the very end.Trade Review"Alex knows what he is writing about. He's been there and done it. I'm proud to have soldiered with him." Andy McNab CBE DCM MM DArts

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Book SynopsisThis work is a complete, comprehensive and progressive teaching and learning programme. It is for children sitting 11+, SATs, common entrance and scholarship examinations. Arranged in a topic by topic format, it adopts a more traditional approach. A unique code is used covering Information, Technique and Exercises. Clear methodologies, with examples, are given for each technique. Plenty of practice exercises are also included. All books are rigorously classroom tested. Methodologies have been used in AE Tuition classes for over 30 years. These books are designed to be used in sequence from Workbook 1 onwards and are frequently revised and updated. Answers, Progress Charts and a Certificate of Achievement are included at the end of every book.Table of ContentsChapter 20: Mathematical Instruments. Chapter 21: Revision.

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Book SynopsisIt is all too easy either to think obsessively, or to not think enough. But how do we think usefully? How do we reflect? Like any art, reflection can be learnt and developed, leading to a deeper understanding of life and to the fullness of wisdom. Drawing on his own experience and on Buddhist teachings, Western philosophy, psychology and literature, Ratnaguna provides a practical guide to reflection in its many forms. This is a book about reflection as spiritual practice, about its importance, about "what we think and how we think about it". It is a book about contemplation and insight, and reflection as a way to discover the truth.Trade Review`This is a gem of a book that can be savoured and will enlighten.' Professor Paul Gilbert, author of The Compassionate Mind; `No-one who takes seriously the study and practice of the Dharma should fail to read this ground-breaking book.' Urgyen Sangharakshita, founder of the Triratna Buddhist Community; `The Art of Reflection will give teachers insight into Buddhist practice. Even more importantly, it may help to develop the ability to engage in deeper personal and professional reflection.' Joyce Miller, RE TodayTable of ContentsIntroduction Chapter One A Reflective Life Chapter Two Learning from Experience Chapter Three Dwelling on a Topic Chapter Four Reading Reflectively Chapter Five Imagining the Buddha Chapter Six Contemplating Reality Notes and References Glossary of Buddhist Terms Index

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Book SynopsisEnhanced, large scale (1: 25,000) Ordnance Survey mapping in a handy atlas format with all the mapping you need to walk the Llyn Peninsula section of the Wales Coast Path. Continuous OS mapping covering the Wales Coast Path between Bangor and Porthmadog. Contains extracts from large scale Explorer maps 253 and 254. - Large scale OS mapping for the complete coast of the Llyn Peninsula in a handy atlas format. - Highlighted official route of the Wales Coast Path. - On-map symbols showing amenities at main towns and villages. - Introduction with attractive photo mosaic. - Additional useful information

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Book SynopsisHieronymus Betts has some very unusual pets, some creatures that are slimy, some noisy and some very, very strange. But there is one creature that is slimier, noisier, greedier and scarier than all of them put together - what on earth could it be? Introducing Hieronymus’s crazy pets such as the bog hog and slugapotamus one at a time, this fantasy story reveals that, while noisier and scarier than them all, his little brother is actually far more fun than any pet could ever be. With beautiful ink and watercolour illustrations M.P. Robertson has created the perfect book for brothers everywhere. With a strong sense of humour and a splendid use of word play, this book is great for reading aloud and is sure to be a popular bedtime story.Trade Review`A predictably patterned text with splendid wordplay, a strong sense of the ridiculous, and full of verbal and visual incongruities, this one should have young children both cringing and laughing at the ever more revolting and unlikely animals, and even more at the antics of Hieronymus’s snotty-nosed, potty-spilling younger sibling.’ Books for Keeps

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Book SynopsisMark Purdey's life changed one day in 1984 when a Ministry of Agriculture inspector told him he must administer a toxic organophosphate pesticide to his dairy herd. Passionately committed to organic farming and convinced of the harmful effects of chemicals in the environment, he refused to comply. 'It was as if my whole life became focused', he explained later. Before they had a chance to prosecute, Purdey took the Ministry to court and won his case. These experiences led him to challenge the orthodox line on the origins of Mad Cow Disease and its human counterpart variant CJD. Could the insecticide used in the official programme have precipitated the spread of the disease?Purdey's quest to discover the truth was hampered at every turn by government bureaucracies and self-serving scientific cliques who sought to smear and marginalize him. Dogged by dirty tricks and forced to work alone as something of a scientific sleuth, he struggled to reveal hidden interests and dangerous secrets. His supporters included many members of the public, as well as Prince Charles and the poet Ted Hughes. The latter wrote to him expressing 'a million congratulations'.Increasingly sceptical of the official narrative, Purdey was certain that toxic environmental factors would provide answers, and so embarked on a self-funded worldwide odyssey to investigate. "Animal Pharm" follows him on these eco-detective trails to locations as diverse as Iceland, Sardinia, Colorado and Australia. Purdey uncovers contamination from industry, munitions, pesticides, nuclear experiments and natural geology, linking these with the emergence of a range of neurodegenerative diseases. His research is at once compelling and disturbing, helping to create a paradigm shift in our understanding of the relationship of pollutants to disease and health.Trade Review'Next to weapons of mass destruction, BSE or Mad Cow Disease was the Blair government's biggest scare. Mark Purdey's inves 5{, required reading.'- John Pilger'If Purdey is right, he deserves a Nobel Prize for medicine. Instead he has been shot at, his phone lines have been cut and his house has been burnt down. The Ministry of Agriculture, which for 50 years has enjoyed a dangerously close relationship with the agrochemical industry, has repeatedly sought to discredit him.' - George Monbiot

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a structure and an outlet for the many difficult feelings which inevitably follow when someone dies. It aims to help children make sense of their experience by reflecting on the different aspects of their grief, whilst finding a balance between remembering and having fun. This book is a useful companion in the present, and will become an invaluable keepsake in the years to come.

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Book SynopsisWhat does an artist need to know about drawing? And what has to be mastered in order to achieve the drawings you want? In this book Barrington Barber shows you, offering advice and tips as he takes you through the various stages.From object drawing and still-life composition, the natural world and portraiture, to looking at form and shape, and assessing styles and techniques, The Complete Book of Drawing is a distillation of the many skills that the aspiring artist needs to develop.After training as a graphic designer, Barrington Barber went into advertising, working for top agencies such as Ogilvy & Mather, before progressing to freelance design and producing illustrations for a range of books and magazines. He taught art for many years, and now enjoys a successful career as a fine artist. He has written and illustrated a wide range of best-selling instructive art books, which to date have sold 4 million copies around the world.As Barrington Barber knows from his many years of both teaching and practising art, it is crucial for you as an individual to find your own style and way of doing things. And, uniquely among practical art books, this is what The Complete Book of Drawing provides, by revealing new possibilities and enabling you to look at the world around you with fresh eyes.

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Book SynopsisFounded in 1992 by Richard Ingrams, The Oldie is an irreverent magazine for the independent-minded The Oldie Annual will feature more articles and cartoons from `the most original magazine in the country’ (Independent) This is the best of The Oldie’s writers, columnists, cartoonists and artists from the archive in one book

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Book SynopsisThis is the most important technical bridge book published since Larry Cohen's To Bid or Not to Bid (60,000 copies in English alone), and may well reach an even bigger audience. There are two aspects to this book, both unique. First, Rodwell describes and explains a host of innovative ideas in cardplay, strategems that can be used as declarer or defender. Second, under the heading 'Common Mistakes', Rodwell talks about the mental side of the game: areas that mark the key differences between an average player and a successful one. The first draft of this book has been in existence for more than fifteen years, but it is only now that Rodwell is prepared to allow his 'secrets' to become public knowledge.

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Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:RS100 97cc 74-83; RS125 123cc 74-76; RS125DX 123cc 76-84; RXS100 98cc 83-95.

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Book SynopsisA glimpse into the secret lives of over 50 garden birds, with beautiful illustrations and intriguing factsDid you know that woodpeckers are capable of learning simple codes? Hooded crows can form connections with humans? A jay's call affects the behaviour of surrounding squirrels?All these fascinating bird activities and more are revealed in The Hidden Life of Garden Birds. Unusual feeding behaviour is just the tip of the iceberg. From territorial conflict and strange relationships with man, to breeding and nesting oddities, this book exposes all the drama behind garden birds' everyday survival - making it the perfect gift for birdwatchers.The Hidden Life of Garden Birds will enlighten you to the secret going-ons of the common creatures you can spot from the comfort of your back doorstep.

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook describes the Snowdonia Way in Wales, a long-distance route through Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park from Machynlleth to Conwy. A low-level route of 97 miles (in 6 stages of between 13 and 21 miles) passes through the heart of Eryri's stunning mountain scenery and includes Pass of Aberglaslyn, Ogwen Valley and Aber Falls. It is suitable for walkers of average fitness and stamina, though the day stages are long. An alternative mountain route covers 122 miles in 9 stages of 12-18 miles, giving a spectacular journey over the most famous peaks such as Cadair Idris, Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and the Glyders. The high-level route is more physically challenging and requires good navigation skills. Full route descriptions for each stage are accompanied by OS maps and profiles. The guide also includes lists of accommodation and transport providers and a table of facilities to help with itinerary planning. Background notes on Eryri's geology, wildlife and history and extra information about features encountered along the way will help you discover more about this ancient and beautiful land.Table of ContentsCONTENTS Map key Transport map Overview map Route summary table Introduction The Snowdonia Way Landscape Plants and wildlife Geology History Understanding Welsh When to go Getting there Accommodation Planning your itinerary Route difficulty What to take Maps and GPS Safety Using this guide The Snowdonia Way Stage 1 Machynlleth to Dolgellau Stage 1A Machynlleth to Abergynolwyn (mountain route) Stage 1B Abergynolwyn to Dolgellau (mountain route) Stage 2 Dolgellau to Trawsfynydd Stage 2A Dolgellau to Trawsfynydd (mountain route) Stage 3 Trawsfynydd to Beddgelert Stage 3A Trawsfynydd to Penrhyndeudraeth (mountain route) Stage 3B Penrhyndeudraeth to Beddgelert (mountain route) Stage 4 Beddgelert to Dolwyddelan Stage 4A Beddgelert to Pen-y-Pass (mountain route) Stage 4B Pen-y-Pass to Capel Curig (mountain route) Stage 5 Dolwyddelan to Bethesda Stage 5A Capel Curig to Bethesda (mountain route) Stage 6 Bethesda to Conwy Stage 6A Bethesda to Conwy (mountain route) Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Facilities tables Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Further reading

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 35 day walks in France’s Dordogne region. Exploring the beautiful scenery of this historic area, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 6 to 19km (4–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours. Each route is easily accessible from either Bergerac, Lalinde, Sarlat or Souillac (Lot) and has been graded to allow you to choose routes suitable for you. 1:50,000 maps are included for each route GPX files available to download Detailed information on accommodation, equipment to take, local plants and wildlife Highlights include medieval towns, châteaux and caves Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Location of walks Preface Introduction The Dordogne river A short history of the Dordogne Plants and flowers Wildlife How to get there When to go Accommodation Food and drink What to take Waymarking Maps Using this guide Around Bergerac Walk 1 Along the river at Bergerac Walk 2 The vineyards of Monbazillac Walk 3 Flaugeac to the Ch#xe2;teau de Bridoire Walk 4 Around Monestier Walk 5 Round the Lac de l'Escourou Walk 6 Boucle d'Issigeac Walk 7 The Conne river valley Walk 8 Boucle de St-Aubin Walk 9 St-Georges-de-Montclard Around Lalinde Walk 10 St-F#xe9;lix-de-Villadeix Walk 11 Couze to the Ch#xe2;teau de Lanquais Walk 12 The heights and river at Lalinde Walk 13 Above Mauzac Walk 14 The Cingle de Tr#xe9;molat Walk 15 Limeuil and the V#xe9;z#xe8;re river Walk 16 Above the Abbey of Cadouin Walk 17 Beaumont and the Rocher du Corbeau Walk 18 Monpazier and the Ch#xe2;teau de Biron Around Sarlat Walk 19 Around les Eyzies Walk 20 Along the V#xe9;z#xe8;re river Walk 21 Boucle de Coulonge at Montignac Walk 22 Around St-Geni#xe8;s Walk 23 St-Cr#xe9;pin and Carlucet Walk 24 Les Jardins d'Eyrignac Walk 25 South of the Ch#xe2;teau des Milandes Walk 26 Le Chemin de Cazenac from Beynac Walk 27 Around la Roque-Gageac Walk 28 The bastide town of Domme Walk 29 Boucle de Veyrignac Around Souillac (Lot) Walk 30 Gourdon and the Bl#xe9;ou valley Walk 31 Roc des Monges from Saint-Sozy Walk 32 Martel to Mont Mercou Walk 33 Rocamadour and the mills of the Alzou Gorge Walk 34 Alvignac and the Source Salmi#xe8;re Walk 35 The Gouffre de Padirac and Causses de Quercy Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful information Appendix C Glossary of French words

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Book SynopsisInvented to entertain Alice Liddell on boat-trips down the river Thames in Oxford, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland has become one of the most famous and influential works of children’s literature of all time. It is hard to imagine Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland without picturing the illustrations made by Sir John Tenniel for the first edition of the story. Sir John Tenniel (1820–1914) was the principal satirical cartoonist for Punch magazine for over fifty years and much in demand as an illustrator in Victorian Britain. At Lewis Carroll’s request, he illustrated the first edition of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, published by Macmillan in 1865. In 1889, he made coloured versions of the drawings for The Nursery Alice, an adaptation of the story created especially for 0-5 year-olds. Ten years later, Gertrude E. Thompson modified Tenniel’s illustrations for a card entitled ‘The New and Diverting Game of Alice in Wonderland’. These unforgettable illustrations, including the Mad Hatter, the Mock Turtle and the Queen of Hearts, among many others, are featured in these special journals. Beautifully produced in hardback with lined paper, coloured page edges, ribbon marker and printed endpapers, this Alice in Wonderland journal is the perfect gift for Wonderland fans.

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Book SynopsisHop aboard our special mini-bus for an unforgettable tour around the most fascinating destination in the entire Universe - you! In the company of our expert mini body guides, this book will get down to a microscopic level to explore all the various muscles, bones, organs and systems that make up the human body. Get ready to weave through great forests of hair, take a breakneck cruise along an artery (dodging red blood cells on the way) and get up close and personal with enormous eyes, mountainous toes and giant hearts. With a mixture of cartoons, photography and CGI art - and with fun fact-filled text - it's the human body as you've never experienced it before. Content includes: Brain, Nervous System and Senses The Mouth & Digestion Life Support (Heart, blood, muscles and bones) Defence and communication (skin, immune system, kidneys) Building Blocks (cells, DNA, genes) About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisIran has emerged from decades of isolation and struggle to become a leading, if not the pre-eminent, regional power. Iran projects its influence throughout the Middle East and parts of Central Asia. Moreover, Iranian diplomacy is active on the world stage, with long-term projects in Africa and South America. The landmark nuclear deal of July 2015 was a major triumph and saw the Islamic Republic successfully negotiate with several world powers to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Crucially, whilst the nuclear deal restricts Iran's nuclear programme for at least a decade, it doesn't irreversibly dismantle any part of it. With internal Iranian politics stabilising around a centrist administration led by President Rouhani, the country is set to continue on a path of regional strategic growth. But with clear signs that the Trump administration is determined to contain Iran's regional influence, what is the risk of a military confrontation? This book argues that Iran has developed sufficient diplomatic strength and credible military capability to deter a full-scale US military assault. But absent a dramatic lowering of tensions, there remains a risk of limited clashes, with far-reaching consequences for regional security.Trade Review'Few studies are as holistic in their consideration of Iranian politics, both foreign and domestic, as [Iran Resurgent]… a great resource for students and scholars of Iranian politics.' -- International Affairs

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Book SynopsisThis guide book covers the present-day battlefield, and the actions that took place on and immediately behind the D-Day beaches, and Major and Mrs Holt's Pocket Guide to Normandy has been put together to take you around the area.This book, part of a new series of guides, is designed conveniently in a small size, for those who have only limited time to visit, or who are simply interested in as an introduction to the historic battlefields, whether on the ground or from an armchair. They contain selections from the Holts' more detailed guide of the most popular and accessible sites plus handy tourist information, capturing the essential features of the Battles.The book contains many full colour maps and photographs and detailed instructions on what to see and where to visit.

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Book SynopsisShining Brass is an exciting series of graded repertoire pieces and studies that can be played by any brass instrument. Book 2 contains 18 pieces in a variety of attractive styles, specially commissioned from seven of the finest composers of brass music writing today. Key features - Pieces from each of Lists A, B and C of Grades 4 & 5 of the ABRSM 2017 syllabus - a part book with CD that can be bought separatelyTable of ContentsBeaufort Allegro [Tom Davoren] ; Folk Song [Lucy Pankhurst] ; Jiggedy-jig [John Frith] ; Brag-time [John Frith] ; Open Plains [David A. Stowell] ; Way Down South [Peter Meechan] ; Caber Dance [John Frith] ; Canzona [John Frith] ; Jam Bouree [David A. Stowell] ; Final Thought [Peter Meechan] ; Gone, not forgotten [Lucy Pankhurst] ; Lindy Hop! [Tom Davoren]

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Book SynopsisFor thousands of years hand mudras have been used in India for healing, storytelling, emotional expression, and to evoke and convey elevated spiritual states. For the first time, the elaborate system of mudras-as applied in yoga and Indian dance-has been organized into a comprehensive, fully-indexed and cross-referenced format that allows readers access to this still esoteric body of knowledge.Mudras of India presents over 200 photographed hand mudras each with detailed instructions on technique, application, health and spiritual benefits and historical background. The authors have extensively researched the usage of mudras and their significance in the larger context of Indian spiritual systems, and taken painstaking efforts to ensure each mudra is rendered with correct Sanskrit name, transliteration and translation to English. A new chapter that comprehensively lists the benefits of hand mudras, covering major health concerns as well spiritual and psycho-energetic categories, has been added for the paperback edition.The book will appeal to spiritual seekers, students and teachers of yoga and Indian Dance, scholars and lay people, and anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of Indian mudras, and the transformative effects of these powerful hand gestures.Trade ReviewThe authors deserve commendation for grappling with this subject and making it accessible to teachers and student s of yoga and those interested in India. It is a refreshingly interesting book and each mudra is photographed and detailed instructions provided on technique, applications health and spiritual benefits and historical backgrounds. -- Yoga MagazineThe art and science of hasta-mudras in Indian classical dances and yoga, is a complete language in itself. It has been handed down through the ages from seers and sages to those interested. Documenting these mudras at length, this book becomes a seminal compilation, with illustrations and text, and brings aesthetic and artistic sensibilities to an otherwise academic subject. Congrats! -- Professor Ashish Mohan Khokar, scholar on arts and culture of India and Chair of the Dance History Society of IndiaThis well-designed presentation of mudras brings together a significant feature of both yoga and Indian classical dance, instrumental toward revealing the metaphysical understanding of non-duality. Mudras of India is a welcome addition to traditional codifications with explanations, techniques, applications, and usage structured to make this knowledge accessible to a broad readership. -- Sharon Lowen, renowned classical Indian dancer of Odissi, Manipuri and Chhau, New Delhi, IndiaMudras of India by Cain and Revital Carroll is a comprehensive, exhaustive study of 'Mudras', both in Yoga and Classical Indian dance. The text delves into mudras in various cultures and explicates their possible therapeutic uses. The book is a must-read for students of classical Indian dance and yoga, as also for those seeking curative and preventative healing. -- Ratna Roy, PhD, Senior Professor, Dance, The Evergreen State College, Senior Guru, Odissi Classical Dance, and Artistic Director, Urvasi Dance EnsembleMudras of India is a much-needed compendium that beautifully illustrates the incredible variety and versatility of the hand gestures that play a key role in India's sacred traditions. Every dancer, yogi, or yogini will want to keep a copy on hand! -- Roxanne Kamayani Gupta, PhD, author of A Yoga of Indian Classical Dance: The Yogini's MirrorMudras give access to the subtle body in remarkable ways, given the extensive neurological connections between the hands and the hemispheres of the brain. This collection is an invaluable resource for students of yoga and meditation as it offers clear and concise detail on the hand articulations. I feel that this book is the perfect gateway for students to work with the mudras in order to yoke their awareness in more refined and nuanced ways. -- Tias Little, MA, founder of Prajna Yoga, Santa Fe, New MexicoYoga teachers are always looking for new ways to help our students deepen their meditation practice. This beautiful book offers many powerful hand mudras that yoga practitioners can learn and incorporate into their sitting meditation. Add this book to your yoga library. It is remarkable how a simple mudra keeps our mind more present during the practice of meditation. -- Desirée Rumbaugh, yoga teacher and creator of the DVD series Yoga to the RescueNeuroscience has shown that our touch-screen technology is depriving us of the evolutionary use of our hands as tools of the mind, putting us at risk for depression. This astonishingly beautiful and well-researched book offers the sacred art of hand gesture that, in connecting hand to mind and heart, can sustain our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Whether you come to Mudras of India with an interest in dance, yoga, meditation or your own self-care, you will be well-served. -- Amy Weintraub, founder of the LifeForce Yoga Healing Institute and author of Yoga for Depression and Yoga Skills for TherapistsTable of ContentsForeword by Dr. David Frawley. Acknowledgments. Sanskrit Pronunciation Guide: Standard Academic Transliteration. Introduction: The History and Heritage of Mudras. Getting Started. The Mudras. Benefits of Hand Mudras. Appendix A: Energy Anatomy. Appendix B: The Gayatri Mudras. Appendix C: Dance Mudra Sets. Endnotes. Glossary. Bibliography. About the Authors. Index.

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