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Book SynopsisA handsome leather edition of the bestselling King James Version translation. This is a timeless classic and a wonderful gift, prize or keepsake.The King James Version has been a popular bestseller for centuries, with Collins selling over 1 million gift Bibles alone.This edition comes with a quality leather binding, sturdy slipcase, gilt pages, ribbon marker and presentation page, making it ideal as a gift or prize. With its durable binding and classic presentation, it is also suitable for personal use.This full text edition of the ever-popular Authorized King James Version Bible includes both the Old and New Testaments, with all its literary beauty and poetic grandeur.Written in 1611, the KJV is regarded as one of the most accurate translations of the Bible into the English language. The translation is often requested for ceremonial events and given to mark special occasions.

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Book SynopsisSelf-belief is the key to your greatness. Packed with useful tips, positive affirmations and bite-sized biographies on women who rock, this book is a celebration of female strength and courage. No matter what your aims are for today, this month, this year or in life, it will encourage you to ignore the cynics, seize exciting opportunities and live a life that you love.

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Book SynopsisIt is brimming with strange and amusing stories about the Bond actors, from Sean Connery to Daniel Craig, behind the scenes at the film set, and amazing facts about Ian Fleming's original novel. Whether you want to learn about the casting of the six personifications of Bond and their respective success, discover Fleming's lesser known literary achievement, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (aka James Bond for children), or unearth the mystery surrounding the true composer of the James Bond theme, there is something for every enthusiast to dip into.Table of ContentsIntroduction 'The name's Bond, James Bond...' - A name 'as ordinary as possible' The man with the golden typewriter - The life and inspirations of Ian Fleming In his elder brother's shadow - The distinguished career of Peter Fleming Father figure - The heroic Valentine Fleming Goldeneye - Fleming's dream house Unlikely scenario - Fleming's 'steely patriotism' Amalgamation of daydreams - The similarities between Fleming and Bond A significant number - The origins of the highly-resonant 007 Out of puff - Fleming runs short of inspiration The world is not enough - Who were James Bond's forebears? School for spies - The Eton of the North Precocious youth - Bond matures early Realms of fantasy - In reality a rather ineffective agent Superman? - Probably not... At home with Bond - His residence in London Action-fuelled lifestyle - Bond's plethora of leisure pursuits Who'd have him? - Bond, the ultimate bachelor The man who made it happen - Broccoli's passion for the world of 007 Location, location, location - 'We can't have him going to Blackpool' Place of work - Where the adventures begin Inspired, but not obvious - Sean Connery, the right man for the job Hard act to follow - The arrogant George Lazenby Almost inevitable - Roger Moore, the longest serving Bond Played for laughs - Moore's unique approach Short lived - Timothy Dalton - a successful, but fleeting, Bond Patience rewarded - Pierce Brosnan gets another chance Rugged and realistic - Daniel Craig, a new departure The Bond girls - Beyond the beauty... If you say so... - Fleming's description of SMERSH True or false - Did SMERSH really exist? From Russia with outrage - Bond viewed from behind the Iron Curtain Quaintly old-fashioned - Fleming's novels are of their time Ace of clubs - Upper-class trappings pervade For her majesty's service - What awards has Bond received? Struck a chord - Barry synonymous with Bond Appearance in High Court - Who wrote the James Bond Theme? Tested ingredients - The successful Bond formula Giant leap - Why did Bond go into orbit? M for mystery - Bond's superior Stolen gold - A hijacked name Sincerest flattery - Bond spawns a new genre Open to abuse - 007 through the eyes of early satirists The power of Powers - The Austin Powers trilogy Johnny English - A thoroughly English satire Spoof version - Why 1967's Casino Royale was slapstick Mass mayhem - The madcap plot of 1967's Casino Royale movie Artistic licence - The town that never was Stranger than fiction - A topical reference lost on audiences today Cross-channel raspberry - Bond plays to the anti-Gallic sentiment Armed to the teeth - 007's arsenal of firearms Bond on wheels - From Bentley to Saab Little Nellie - Bond's versatile miniature aircraft Mountaintop retreat - Blofeld's palace draws hungry skiers Home from home - Pinewood Studios, the 007 stage Apocalyptic - Story of a sound stage Post script - Fleming's other literary exploits Must haves - The world of Bond collectables Golden years - The lifestyle of a retired Bond Held in trust - Bond's legacy lives on Dynamic successors - Bond literary adventures to continue Lucky Jim - Kingsley Amis picks up the Bond baton Golden pen - The prolific John Gardner An unlikely successor - Raymond Benson, the first US Bond writer A new dimension - The innovative Charlie Higson Odd man out - Sebastian Faulks, the 'serious' novelist Hooked - The contemporary Jeffery Deaver Permanent home - Fleming's legacy located in India 'Keep Bond British' - Will 007 always be British? Role of honour - Bond novels and movies Index

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Book SynopsisA sweet gift book offering wisdom (and humour) from your dog's perspective to help you live your best and most authentic human life, featuring illustrations from the viral Instagram series.

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Book SynopsisLearn to forage in the hedgerows like the herbalists of the past with this best-selling beginner’s guide. For centuries our ancestors looked to nature not just for food, but also for healing. To this day, our ancient hedgerows, woodlands and forests are still full of remedies – and they’re waiting to be discovered. This is the essential guide to enjoying the bountiful delights of the natural world. Learn how to make delicious preserves, healing balms, soothing toddies and cures for colds with nature’s jewels such as rose hips, elderberries and mugwort. You will also find: Photographs to help you safely identify edible plants Advice on what is available in each season Guidance on how best to prepare and preserve your finds The fascinating folklore and history of foraging Every walk is an opportunity to learn, identify a new plant, gather something to eat and reconnect with nature – so dive in to begin your foraging adventure.

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Book SynopsisWhat I Love About You, the TikTok bestseller, is the perfect inspirational fill-in gift book to complete and give to a loved one.Often we find it difficult to express our true feelings to the one we love. This beautiful journal is a very special way to say 'I love you'. Fill in the prompted pages and gift to your significant other as a sign of your deep connection to one another.Let your other half know how you felt when you first met them, draw a portrait of them, cast yourselves as movie stars and write down your heart's desire. With a range of prompts to answer from the hilarious to the heartfelt, this is a unique and personalised gift. Become the author of your own love story.

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Book Synopsis*THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*Chani Nicholas has amassed hundreds of thousands of loyal devotees for her radical approach to astrology for the real world - her first book is a modern day guide for using everyday astrology as a route to self-discovery, growth and finding purpose. Gone are the whimsical musings of 'On Tuesday you will meet your prince charming' horoscopes - Nicholas is spearheading an empowering new approach. Challenging readers to take control, confront their emotions, supercharge their intentions and use the power of the stars to reach their true potential. In an era when growing numbers of people are feeling a sense of meaninglessness and a desire to learn more about themselves, You Were Born for This teaches you how to harness the zodiac to become in tune with yourself and able to contextualise in an overwhelming world of confusing experiences and chaos.With journal prompts, reflection questions and affirmations personal to your astrological make-up, this book guides you along the path your chart has laid out for you.

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Book SynopsisThink of letting things go as setting them free. Amid the relentless cycle of news, social media, emails and texts, it can be hard to know when, if ever, you can take a break. In this insightful book, renowned Zen Buddhist monk, Shunmyo Masuno, offers us a radical message: sometimes the best thing you can do is nothing at all. You will learn 99 empowering tips and truths that will help you ease the pressure, including how to say no and accept that you cannot do what you cannot do, that social media is a tool and nothing more, that decisions should be made in the light of day not rushed into and that we should take more breaks the busier we become. How to Let Things Go will teach you how to relinquish control and find a way to a calmer, more fulfilling life.

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Book SynopsisFrom bestselling illustrator Daria Song comes this gorgeously imagined interactive activity book that follows the story of a young girl who finds herself lost inside a mysterious mansion. Coloring book artist and illustrator Daria Song brings her creative storytelling approach to a new, 4-color activity book. A young girl, playing in the countryside, enters a mysterious mansion and must solve a variety of puzzles and riddles to get out. With a range of different activities—from dot-to-dot, to intricate mazes, to optical illusions and coloring pages—this dazzling interactive book is a new twist on adult coloring and activity. These varied and creative activities are presented in a gorgeous package that will delight and calm readers.

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Book Synopsis A quirky illustrated flip book featuring a myriad of mix-and-match cats. Cats in Pantsis a hilarious swing through the underwear preferences of several cats with lots of personality. Uniquely hand-illustrated in a charming and textured style by Naomi Tipping, this book is guaranteed to be a hit with children and adults alike. Each page is equally divided into three parts so that the head, body, and (clothed) tail-end of the cat can be swapped around with the respective parts from other pages to create a huge number of cats. Whether you''re looking to buy this for a child, a cat lover or yourself, this bookprovides a new and refreshing look at one of the most important questions of our time: what do cats look like in pants?

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Book SynopsisExplores the relationship between food, religion and the ever-widening gap between the tables of the rich and the poor. This book has been thoughtfully adapted for the modern kitchen, whilst retaining the true essence of dining in medieval Britain. It is illustrated with scenes of food, feasting and cooking from paintings, tapestries and drawings.

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Book SynopsisFashionpedia is the ultimate fashion bible, containing thousands of fashion items for more efficient and productive brainstorming. Designed to be as visually driven as the people who use it, Fashionpedia contains thousands of fashion items, converting unapproachable technical terms on style, material and production into beautiful charts and infographics. Whether you’re an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, Fashionpedia is all you’ll ever need to navigate the fashion scene.

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Book SynopsisLet’s get it on! Make your love life sizzle with this collection of mind-blowing sex positions inspired by the classic Eastern book of erotica. With positions ranging from slow and sensual to frisky and fun, this book features all the classics as well as adventurous new positions to try. You’ll never want to go back to missionary again. The original Kama Sutra was an ancient text that provided insights into finding happiness and fulfilment with your partner – but it also depicted varied sexual positions and techniques, for a satisfying sex life. Saving you from spending your vital energy on wading through any non-raunchy teachings, this little book contains a hand-picked selection of the best and most exhilarating positions for any kind of mood. Find out all about such delights as: The Lap of Luxury The Glowing Triangle The Splitting Bamboo The Crouching Tiger The Ascent to Desire May this book help you to open your mind (as well as your legs). Remember – make love, not war!

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Book SynopsisA sparkling collection of empowering affirmations and inspiring quotes from badass womenInside every woman is a diamond core of strength that helps them achieve anything they put their mind to. Tap into your magic with this beautiful collection of inspirational quotations and life-affirming statements, featuring the wisdom of modern-day icons like Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Amy Schumer, and the classic life advice of trailblazers such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Marie Curie and Maya Angelou.For some extra sparkle every day, let wise words like these inspire you to conquer the world with grit and grace:- You are a diamond - never let them dull your sparkle- She needed a hero so that's what she became- Trust your inner voice - she is a goddess talking to you- You can rule the world; just don't be afraid to wear the crown- Be your own kind of beautiful- Girls with dreams become women with vision

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Book SynopsisWhen life seems unkind, turn to this collection of inspirational quotes to find some warmth. Filled with wisdom from some of the world''s most well-known minds, the Pocket Book of Compassion offers thoughts and advice to restore, reset, and revive your day-to-day life.

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Book SynopsisA stunning and quirky collection of underwater photography, with miniature figures posing in an inventive aquatic world.Created by world-renowned underwater photographers, this gorgeous book takes an alternative look at mankind’s journey by using models of miniature people placed in beautiful and humorous situations undersea.Providing an alternative perspective on life, Small Blue World is a clever and thought-provoking collection of impressive imagery that tackles some of the wider ecological issues facing our oceans. Ultimately, it poses the question: how can humans and nature exist in harmony?Playful, perceptive and visually striking, this impressive and often humorous book uses photography and the power of the imagination to entertain, inspire and offer a different outlook on our lives.

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Book Synopsis New York Times Bestselling Property! For twenty-five years, Magic Eye has fascinated children and adults alike worldwide with its amazing 3D images.New York Times best-selling Magic Eye 3D optical illusions are back with all-new images. Through Magic Eye's patented 3D technology, viewers can find a full-color image on each page, with a smaller black-and-white image of the 'hidden' scene in the back of the book to help solve each optical illusion.

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Book SynopsisLady Glenconner invites both old friends and new acquaintances to join her in The Picnic Papers. Together, they explore the curious British obsession with dining alfresco, despite our famously unpredictable weather.

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Book SynopsisBump to Birthday - a beautifully designed, colour illustrated, combined pregnancy and first year baby journal - will inspire any parent-to-be to capture the unique story of the journey of pregnancy and baby's precious first year. During pregnancy Bump to Birthday provides week- by-week information on the developing bump and provides prompts to enable parents to tell their own remarkable story and record unique, unrepeatable experiences. The pregnancy journey, hopes and dreams, the birthing experience, and all the special moments with the new baby - from first movements to first smile, first Christmas to first birthday - with spaces for photos and scan images, will all be treasured forever in one beautiful journal.

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Book SynopsisIt's time to start changing your lifeThe universe is ready to give you what you want, if you're willing to make the right moves. Whether you dream of improving your health, career, finances or love life, the powerful practice of manifestation may just hold the key.This beginner's guide is here to explain what manifesting is, how it works, and the simple steps you can take to get started. Based on the law of attraction and the principle of visualization, the core methods and techniques in this book will help you identify and progress towards your goals, and maintain the momentum once you get going.Bring your aspirations into being and cultivate positive energy in all areas of your life by embracing and absorbing these insights:- Learn what manifestation is and isn't, and how it calls for your commitment- Discover the history of manifestation, how it has evolved and why it's become so popular- Find out how to tailor manifestation practices to land a dream job, find your soulmate or nurture your physical well-being- Understand the value of the concepts of intention, vibration and visualization- Grasp the meanings and methods behind common manifesting phrases such as "ask, believe, receive" and "ask the universe"

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Book SynopsisThe best-selling single Bible edition according to Booktrack, now with an attractive new slipcase and binding, this pocket-sized white Bible is an ideal gift for anyone being Christened.The full text of the ever-popular Authorized King James Version Bible, with all its literary beauty and poetic grandeur, in an attractive size and with beautiful binding and slipcase making it an ideal gift.

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Book SynopsisLennox Robinson was born in County Cork in 1886. He was a prominent playwright and theatre producer with a long association with Dublin's Abbey Theatre. His support of Irish nationalism came from watching productions at the theatre and he often wrote about Irish politics and conflict in his plays.Robinson wrote and edited several books including The Oxford Book of Irish Verse and an autobiography, Curtain Up in 1942. He died in 1958.

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Book SynopsisFearless heroes, feisty princesses, sly magicians, terrifying dragons, talking foxes and miniature dogs. They all feature in this enthralling compendium of Chinese fairy tales and legends, along with an array of equally colourful characters and captivating plots. Although largely unknown in the West, the 73 stories in this volume are just as beguiling as the more familiar Grimms’ Fairy Tales or Arabian Nights. They were collected in the early 20th century by Richard Wilhelm and first translated into English by Frederick H Martens. This beautifully produced revised and edited new edition includes updated notes which not only provide background on the tales, but also offer a fascinating insight into ancient Chinese folk lore and culture. These are stories to return to time and time again. From awesome adventures to quirky allegories, from the exploits of the gods to fables about beggars who outwit their betters, Chinese Fairy Tales and Legends is extraordinarily diverse and endlessly engaging. These wonderful stories have enduring and universal appeal, and will intrigue both children and adults.Trade ReviewMove over Aesop! Lovers of fairy tales and folk legends will be delighted by this new collection of Chinese fairy tales … A great gift for any reader or to oneself. * San Francisco Book Review *

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Book SynopsisYou’re at your best when you’re doing what you love, so follow your passions and let your inner light shine out! This little book, packed with inspiring quotes and uplifting statements, is here to help you dazzle the world with your brightest, happiest self.

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Book SynopsisThis is the second title in a series of Sherlock Holmes Escape Books: a unique, new form of puzzle book, in which the reader must solve the puzzles to escape the pages. Inspired by the urban craze for escape rooms, where players tackle challenges while trapped in a locked room, this is an escape room in the form of a locked book: filled with codes, ciphers, riddles and red herrings, plus an ingenious Hieroglyphic Code Wheel set into the cover. Taking on the role of Sherlock Holmes, in this new adventure readers find themselves trapped with Watson in the Enlightenment Gallery of the British Museum after a curator collapses in the Egyptian Collection. With Edward VII due to arrive at the nearby tube station, and rumours of an anarchist plot, Holmes and Watson must find their way through the museum, and fathom the involvement of both Mycroft and Colonel Sebastian Moran, if they are to win their freedom and save the day.

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Book SynopsisEverything you could possibly want to know about wine, in one fully up-to-date A-Z volume!The Oxford Companion to Wine is a uniquely comprehensive and in-depth A-Z reference book on every aspect of wine: more than 4,000 entries covering topics from history through geography, geology, soil science, viticulture, winemaking, packaging, academia, technology, and regulations to people and places, tasting, writing, and the language of wine. The system of cross-references takes the reader from one entry to another, showing how all these topics are interconnected in the fascinating story of wine in its most traditional and modern forms. This new fifth edition, which benefits from the knowledge and experience of over one hundred new contributors, all experts in their field or geographical region, is expanded by 272 new entries, and every existing entry has been reviewed, updated, and polished. The text is more international than ever, written for wine lovers of every persuasion, including thoseTrade ReviewThis encyclopaedic book is remarkably up-to-date. * Max Allen, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, Australian Finacial Review *An indispensable resource for both the novice wine enthusiast and the seasoned sommelier...what sets the Companion apart from other wine guides is its commitment to accuracy and depth...more than just a book, it's an odyssey into the captivating world of wine. * Yohan Castaing, The Wine Advocate *An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection. * Wine Drinker *Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm. * Sommerlier Edit *Simply put, there is no other wine reference such as this... you should definitely pick up a copy, or if you know anyone who does, it will make an incredibly nice Christmas gift! * Miquel Hudin, Hudin *This is simply a supremely practical and astonishingly comprehensive reference book. * Liz Sagues, Circle Update *It's not always worth buying follow-on editions of classic books, but the fourth outing of the Oxford Companion to Wine contains lots of new material. If you're looking for a Christmas present for the wine lover in your life or just want to own a copy yourself, this is the most comprehensive wine tome on the market. * Woman & Home *A vital book to have in every wine lover's house...a distillation of the work of global authorities on viniculture, winemaking and wine...this new edition will be used endlessly. * Yorkshire Post *... even more astonishing than the depth and breadth of revision is the degree of change thats happened in the wide world of wine in the last 10 years to which this edition is testimonial. Its a handy barometer on how the wine world is doing. * Georges Meekers, Times of Malta *The revisions for this new edition have been admirably and impeccably thorough... There also is plenty of humor, a quality often lacking in reference works. * Anne Krebiehl, World of Fine Wine *Written with authority, and sometimes a humour so sly you have to do a double take, this [fourth edition] is still the best place to turn for answers to all your wine queries. * Henry Jeffreys, The Guardian Best Drink Books of 2015 *If someone is to own just one wine book, Ms. Robinson's mighty effort is the fail-safe proposition. * Wall Street Journal *become an armchair expert with the renowned Oxford Companion to Wine * BBC Good Food *A solid update of a vital reference from a towering authority in the field. * Library Journal *This giant tome is a must for wine aficionados, combining meticulously-researched fact with refreshing opinion and wit * Hannah Stephenson, Christmas Books, Belfast Telegraph *This is the ultimate desert island wine book ... gloriously rich on fact ... surely the worlds best general wine reference book * Liz Sagues, Christmas Books 2015, Ham&High *magnificently comprehensive book ... If you're a wine novice, this one volume could teach you more about wine than any other; and if you're a full-time wine professional, you will still find much in here that you didn't know ... no editors could have brought us a volume closer to perfection than Jancis Robinson and Julia Harding have done * Andrew Jefford, Decanter *Thousands of wine students across the globe will rejoice in this unparalleled work of reference and see it as an essential starting point for further study. As a source of well-honed, succinct definitions, the Companion is invaluable ... The revisions for this new edition have been admirably and impeccably thorough ... Even if your bookshelf already groans under the weight of the previous edition, purchasing this revision will be money well spent. In the case of wine, as in so many other spheres, knowledge increases enjoyment exponentially. Quite apart from being such a splendid reference work, the book feeds curiosity * The World of Fine Wine *MUST-BUY BOOK ... this is the most comprehensive wine tome on the market * Woman & Home *go-to guide * Julie Sheppard, Square Meal Lifestyle *If you don't own her [Jancis Robinson] magnificent work, then it may be the most essential wine book any enthusiast should possess -- a fastidiously researched and well-crafted book on just about everything on wine from a-z. * Robert Parker's bulletin board, Robert Parker *I can't live without this book, and have purchased every version since it first came out. It's my go-to reference for research into current and historical grapes and wines. * Becky Sue Epstein, palatepress.com *Over 4,000 entries on every wine-related topic imaginable... It's an essential piece for every wine-lover's shelves. * www.foodnetwork.com *The most eagerly-awaited and widely-talked about wine book of the past year ... FT columnist Robinson remains one of the world's most respected impartial commentators on wine * Off Licence News *The world's most useful wine book * Huonhooke.com, Huon Hooke *The 4th edition is more than ever the indispensable reference about the most complex alcoholic beverage on the planet. The team assembled by Robinson and Harding represent some of the finest minds in their respective fields. * Australian Financial Review *By some distance the greatest wine reference book ever created * Wine Times, Ali Nicol *New research, new trends, new players, new rules, new priorities. No wonder we needed a new edition. The authors and editors have done a distinct service to the wine world with this edition. * Mike Veseth, thewineeconomist.com *'Must Buy Book'. The fourth outing of The Oxford Companion to Wine contains lots of new material... If you're looking for a present for the wine lover in your life, this is the most comprehensive wine tome on the market.A must-have in any serious wine library. Even wine writers refer, and defer, to it. * The Wine Review, Ch'ng Poh Tiong *sheer abundance and global spread of information... some sort of awesomesauce * Observer, David Williams *a handy barometer on how the wine world is doing * Wine-Searcher, Claire Adamson *The glorious fourth edition is not just a must-own for any wine professional, it is also a must-buy for any drink-loving wine-hound. * Victoria Moore, Daily Telegraph *A masterpiece of vinous scholarship. * David Williams, The Observer *This is Essential reading. Robinson and Harding, along with their team of contributors, have managed to keep the Oxford Companion fresh. * Washington Post *there is plenty to discover * Leon Burakowski, Telford Journal *As well as a huge weight of information, this wonderful book also manages to entertain and delight. * Stephen Brook, Decanter *Indispensable. * The Wine Merchant, Issue 40 *This book is as perfect and up to date as you can possibly require ... This book is pleasing to read, endlessly fascinating, both un-put-downable and awesome for quick reference. I have totally fallen in love with it * Extremehousewife *This weighty tome, now in its fourth edition, is the definitive guide to all aspects of wine and its culture from grape to glass ... there is plenty to discover whether you want to dip in for a sip of knowledge or prefer a deep glug of wine facts and stats ... More than 150,000 copies sold suggests it is accepted as a key manual for wine lovers. * Leon Burakowski, Shropshire Star *This meticulously detailed dictionary—encyclopedia hybrid will answer any question readers have about wine and probably any oenology question from anyone on Earth, or beyond, now and forever. * Booklist *The best wine books for the gift-giving season: if one wine book is all you can accommodate, this is it. You won't be disappointed. It's my number one go-to reference book. * Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion *[T]he essential book for serious wine students. * Eric Asimov, The New York Times *A major revision cements the Companion's status as the work of wine reference. * Anthony Rose, The World of Fine Wine *Included in the Luxx's "Luxury gifts for wine lovers": "painstakingly updated... but the effort is invisible thanks to the quality of the writing." * Nina Kaplan, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, The Times *The best wine books for Christmas: "a work of peerless scholarship, indispensable for wine professionals and wine lovers alike." * Nina Kaplan, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, Club Oenologie *Table of ContentsPreface Contributors Acknowledgements List of new entries Maps of the wine regions Note to the reader Complete list of entries by region and topic The Oxford Companion to Wine alphabetical entries Appendix 1: Complete list of controlled appellations and their permitted grape varieties Appendix 2a: Total vineyard area by country Appendix 2b: Wine production by country Appendix 2c: Per capita consumption by country

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Book SynopsisTake your favorite Wizarding World wands on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, a gorgeous art book that fits in the palm of your hand!Each wand is as unique as the wizard or witch that wields it, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands is your miniature visual guide to these iconic spellcasting artifacts. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each wand, stunning illustrations of the original props, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets from the filmmakers’ archives. This pocket-sized collectible volume is an ideal resource for both veteran witches and wizards seeking to learn the history behind these beloved wands and for a new generation of Ollivander’s customers just learning how to cast Wingardium Leviosa. DOZENS OF WANDS: Showcases wands wielded by each of your favorite characters, including Bellatrix Lestrange’s talon-shaped wand to the simple and elegant

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered what your Father was like as a child? Intrigued to know about how your grand-parents met? Do you wonder what school life was like for your Mum? These are questions that lead to precious answers. Award-winning 'from you to me' Journals of a Lifetime gift range is made up of beautifully designed hard back journals - the perfect gift for every loved-one, for every occasion. Available in Dear Dad, Dear Mum, Dear Grandma, Dear Grandad, Dear Son, Dear Daughter, Dear Sister, Dear Brother, and Dear Friend. We all have our own story to tell. Each 'from you to me' gift journal contains around 60 fun and inspiring questions carefully designed to inspire your family to enjoy telling their story - to help you to find out amazing things about them.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for cocktail lovers and would-be mixologists is this set of four mini paperback books - Gin, Tequila, Rum andVodka - beautifully packaged together in a slipcase.From favourites like the Moscow Mule, Cosmopolitan and Margarita to exotic concoctions, such as the fruity Caribbean Cruise and Kahlua-based South of the Border, there are 200 recipes to try. Each book also contains essential bartending tips and fascinating anecdotes about the cocktails and how they got their names.

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Book SynopsisA complex and truly timeless emotion, love – whether passion or heartbreak, infatuation or flirtation – has provoked some of the greatest names in literature to write verses of outstanding beauty.Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning pocket-sized classics. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features an introduction by bestselling author, and Romantic Novelists’ Association prize-winner, Joanna Trollope.There has always been love, and we have been writing poetry about it for over 4,000 years. From John Donne and William Shakespeare to Emily Dickinson and Christina Rossetti, the very best classic love poetry is collected in this elegant anthology, Poems for Love. That we still read and enjoy these heartfelt poems today is a testament both to their individual genius and to the enduring power of love.Table of ContentsIntroduction - i: Introduction by Joanna Trollope Chapter - 1: What is Love? Chapter - 2: Madam, Will You Walk? - Longing and Courting Chapter - 3: If All the World and Love Were Young - It must be love Chapter - 4: Delight in Disorder - Kissing etc Chapter - 5: Let Me Not to the Marriage of True Minds - Love & marriage Chapter - 6: My Life Closed Twice Before Its Close - Lost love

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Book SynopsisMaureen Johnson (Author) Maureen Johnson is the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of many young adult novels, including the very murderous Shades of London series and the Stevie Bell mysteries: Truly Devious, The Vanishing Stair, The Hand on the Wall, and The Box in the Woods. She has also done collaborative works, such as Let It Snow with John Green and Lauren Myracle (now a movie on Netflix), and several books in the Shadowhunter universe with Cassandra Clare. Her books have been translated into more than thirty-five languages.

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Book SynopsisTest your powers of deduction against more than 200 devilishly difficult Killer Sudoku puzzles. The revered intelligence organisation, Mensa, have worked with Gareth Moore to put together a supreme test of logic. These brand-new puzzles will provide hours of entertainment for anyone who enjoys a difficult mental challenge.Table of ContentsOver 200 Killer Sudoku of a progressive level of difficulty, complete with an introduction and full solutions.

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Book Synopsis'Chris Beetles' book is a joy, an inspiration and as thorough a document into understanding the life and times of Louis Wain as one could hope to read' - Benedict Cumberbatch'Louis Wain invented a cat style, a cat society, a whole cat world'. Broadcast in 1925 by H.G. Wells, these words characteristically foretold the future of the Wain cat which has, once more, become the century's most recognisable image in cat art. During their heyday, in the time before the First World War, Louis Wain's cats, dressed as humans, portrayed that stylish Edwardian world having fun: at restaurants and tea parties, going to the Race and the Seaside, celebrating at Christmas and Birthdays, and disporting themselves with exuberant games of tennis, bowls, cricket and football. This is a titillating world of cats at play, uninhibited and slightly dangerous, with most group activities likely to turn into mishap, mayhem and catastrophe. This is Wain's world, funny, edgy and animated: a whole cat world.The first comprehensive exhibition of Wain's work was held at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London in 1972 and, since then, Louis Wain has steadily become more fashionable, and collected worldwide. This biography contains 300 plates of richness and variety, all of which are reproduced faithfully from the original artwork.Trade ReviewChris Beetles' book is a joy, an inspiration and as thorough a document into understanding the life and times of Louis Wain as one could hope to read -- BENEDICT CUMBERBATCHLouis Wain - the artist closest to my heart -- NICK CAVE

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Book SynopsisWhat is the right age to talk to my cat about the proper use of firearms? What are the benefits of my cat living a lifestyle of abstinence? Why does my cat need to use the internet? How to Talk to Your Cat About Gun Safety, presented by the American Association of Patriots, answers these crucial questions of our time and more, in a simple question and answer format. For over four decades, the American Association of Patriots have stood at the vanguard of our country''s defense by helping to prepare our nation''s cat owners for the difficult conversations they dread having with their pets. Long gone are the good old days when a cat''s biggest worries were mean dogs or a bath. Modern cats must confront satanists, online predators, the possibility of needing to survive in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, and countless other threats to their nine lives. America - and our cats - stand at a precipice. It will take cour

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Book SynopsisA collection of inspirational thoughts and stories from bestselling author of The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho.A collection of insightful philosophical thoughts and stories, in which Paulo Coehlo offers inspiring answers to profound questions to delight spiritual seekers everywhere. It has proved to be a perfect gift-book in the few countries in which it has been published so far. This will be the first English translation.This book is a jewel for all of us who look for meaning in our daily lives as we struggle along the spiritual path. Within each of us is a Warrior of Light. Each of us capable of listening to the silence of the heart, of accepting failure without letting it get us down and of holding onto hope even in the face of weariness and depression. Values like love for all things, discipline, friendship and learning to listen to our own hearts are the arms with which this warrior confronts the battles we face in the name of personal growth and in the defence of the light. On every page there is an inspirational thought, which can be read as part of Paulo Coelho''s whole philosophy or used form the basis of a daily meditation. The Manual of the Warrior of Light is a handbook that shows human beings how to live as spiritual beings in the material world.Trade Review‘Coelho’s writing is beautifully poetic but his message is what counts… he gives me hope and puts a smile on my face’DAILY EXPRESS ‘His books have had a life-enhancing impact on millions of people’THE TIMES ‘One of the few to deserve the term “Publishing Phenomenon”’THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

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