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Book Synopsis'Optimism, mojo, complete bollocks. That's what the country is crying out for.'There is now only one certainty in life. When things can't possibly get worse, they absolutely will. And so, after three years of Maybot malfunctioning and Brexit bungling, welcome to BoJo the clown's national circus - where fun for none of the family is guaranteed. Fear not, however: Decline and Fail is your personal survival guide to the ongoing political apocalypse. This unremittingly entertaining collection of John Crace's lifegiving political sketches will get you through the darkest of days - or failing that, will at least help you see the funny side. Miss it at your peril...

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Book Synopsis'This book is a delight ... the world is full of little surprises, momentary little fountains of pleasure and beauty, that could be visible to all of us if we learned to stop and notice as Miranda Keeling does.' Philip Pullman'An odd, beautiful book ... Buy an extra copy to give to someone you love.' Neil GaimanJanuary: A man walking along Caledonian Road falls over onto the huge roll of bubble wrap he is hugging, perhaps for just this sort of situation. Inspired by her popular Twitter account, The Year I Stopped to Notice brings together Miranda Keeling's observations of the magic, humour, strangeness and beauty in ordinary life. Through the changing seasons, on city streets and on buses, in parks and cafes, Miranda notices things: moments between friends, the interactions of strangers, children delighting in the world around them, the quiet melancholy of lost items on the pavement.Accompanied by stunning watercolour illustrations from Luci Power, Miranda's poetic vignettes take us on journeys of discovery and share with us the joy of stopping to notice. September: On a sweltering, packed rush-hour train, my arm suddenly feels lovely and cool, and I look down to see a shopping bag held by the woman beside me - full of just-bought cartons of milk.Trade ReviewThis book is a delight ... the world is full of little surprises, momentary little fountains of pleasure and beauty, that could be visible to all of us if we learned to stop and notice as Miranda Keeling does. * Philip Pullman *An odd, beautiful book ... Buy an extra copy to give to someone you love. * Neil Gaiman *These are moments of sublime beauty and wonder in the everyday that remind me of the power of the so-called "ordinary" to be the shimmering basis of art. * Ian McMillan, writer, man about town, presenter of BBC R3's The Verb *I really love this book. Enchanting from start to finish. * Joanna Lumley *I love this book! It is beautiful, poignant, warm and funny. And the illustrations are stunning. * Victoria Derbyshire *A charming collection - warm, funny, and beautifully illustrated. -- Greg JennerThis is a fabulous book with such uplifting wee vignettes to take you to a place in your head that feels so human after us being locked away for two years. * Jane Godley *I've long enjoyed Miranda Keeling's London moments, eaves-droppings and street-life. Her book is a treasure. * Amy Liptrot, author of The Instant *

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Book SynopsisA hilarious, fully illustrated book full of tongue-in-cheek advice for surviving life as a cat parent – the perfect gift for any cat lover You have the best cat in the world, it’s true. But there’s no avoiding the fact that, perfect and adorable as they may be, there are certain elements of being a cat owner that you could do without. Those thoughtful “gifts” you find in the kitchen. The scratch-marks on the couch. Their hairballs clogging up your vacuum cleaner. Luckily, this no-nonsense guide is here to teach you all the tricks you’ll ever need to help you navigate life with your furry friend, so you can focus on the positives – like giving them head-scritches and cooing over their little toe beans. With pearls of wisdom like these, you’ll be a pro cat parent in no time: As a cat parent, you will need to work out the golden number of tummy rubs your cat will allow before they turn into an uncontrollable scratch-monster Your cat may look cute and innocent, but there’s an evil mastermind secretly at work behind all that fluff Items placed on a surface are highly offensive to cats and will be quickly dispatched to the floor, where they belong

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Book SynopsisNobody knows who first curdled milk, then separated the curds and whey to make cheese – but this ancient foodstuff has been around for thousands of years. Today, there are a dizzying number of cheeses – and ways to eat them – and each has its own distinct flavour, texture and traditions.The Little Book About Cheese delves into all aspects of this fabulous food. Find out how cheese is made and learn where the earliest cheeses came from. Explore an A-Z of enticing cheeses from around the world and discover handy tips for enjoying different types. Packed full of entertaining facts, amusing quotes and plenty of wise curds, this is the ideal gift for any turophile, fromager or cheesemaker – or simply for someone who likes their cheese.Table of ContentsOn the Origin of Cheeses - An exploration of the incredible history of cheese and the careful manufacturing process from earliest times to the present day. Includes a handy cheese vocabulary • Grate Things About Cheese - Fascinating facts and amusing quotes • The Wonderful World of Cheese - A continent by continent, and country by country A to Z of the most popular, tasty, rare - and smelly - cheeses you can taste, from all corners of the globe • Cheese the Day - Words of wisdom, amusing quotations and inspirational sayings, all related to cheese, its consumption and appreciation • In Queso Emergency - Eating cheese is so much more than just a tasty bite. We look at what goes best with various cheeses, when to eat it and curious cheesy customs from around the world • Don't Worry, Brie Happy! - A final celebration of all things cheese, including facts, tips and amusing anecdotes to enhance your cheesy moments throughout the day (and night).

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Book SynopsisA WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023This is a neglected history. Not a sweeping, definitive, exhaustive history of the world but something quieter, more intimate and particular. A single journey, picked out in 101 objects, through the fascinating, too-often-overlooked, manifold histories of women.Open up this cabinet of curiosities and you'll find objects that have been highly esteemed - even, like the Bayeux tapestry, fought over by nations - and others that are humble and domestic. Some (like a sixteenth century glass dildo) are objects of female pleasure, some (a thumbscrew) of female subjugation. There are artefacts of women celebrated by history and of women unfairly forgotten by it; examples of female rebellion and of self-revelation; objects that are inspiring, curious or (like radium-laced chocolate) just fundamentally ill-conceived.Through the variety and nuance in all these 101 objects, Annabelle Hirsch has created a new history - teeming, unexpected, witty and always illuminating. This overdue corrective reveals what a healed femur says about civilisation, what men have to fear from hat pins, and it shows that the past has always been as complicated and fascinating as the women that peopled it.Trade ReviewAn ambitious project, wide in scope, idiosyncratic in approach . . . The power of this book is cumulative; read as a whole it becomes increasingly affecting. At its heart it is about female pain, female bravery and female creativity * * Sunday Times * *Hirsch provides a rich, subversive take on history . . . The scope and delicious imaginative leaps of Hirsch's work, translated from German by Eleanor Updegraff, start to work their magic. I guarantee many readers will be exposed to something new * * Financial Times * *Whimsical, fun and witty. Annabelle Hirsch's book is a like a treasure hunt through history, culture, politics, fashion and art -- ANDREA WULFA reminder, lest we forget, that women are and have always been, whether quietly or vociferously, on the periphery or centre stage, the engine, the glue, the inspiration behind it all -- GILLIAN ANDERSONI adored this book! Hirsch's intimate observational gifts turn that world into a rousing, living record of all that we have wrestled with -- OLIVIA COLMANA History Of Women In 101 Objects isn't just my best book of 2023. I'll keep it on my desk for years and whenever I need a coffee break or a pause for inspiration, I'll dip into it. Annabelle Hirsch's book is written with great flair and style, her sly wit giving us a new perspective on our lives -- JACQUELINE WILSONA fantastic cabinet of curiosities that rethinks the role of women in history. Educational, funny - a joy! -- LEILA SLIMANII love this book . . . A new feminist history of the world . . . Stirring, provocative and carefully researched -- LAUREN ELKINAn intimate, inspiring and unexpected look at the overlooked lives of women. Far from being weighed down with academic heft, this is the literary equivalent of spending a happy afternoon rooting through your grandma's handbag. A treasure trove of ideas, artefacts and stories -- SAM BAKERAn excellent reminder that women have always been there. They may be written out of texts, but the objects they leave behind reveal them in all their complexity. Women that fought, women that worked, women that wielded power and carried agency. Through these 101 objects you can touch the hands of ancestors and understand the worlds they inhabited -- DR JANINA RAMIREZI loved every chapter of this compelling, enlightening and inspiring book. Annabelle Hirsch writes with such warmth, humour and generosity. This book illuminates our past so we can envision a bolder and brighter present -- SALENA GODDENFrom cave painting to the newest frontiers of technology, women have made so many aspects of the world we live in whilst also witnessing their presence in the halls of history being cast into shadow or erased. Annabelle Hirsch grabs back the spotlight and through an astonishing, eclectic array of objects she places women's achievements centre stage. Splendid and inspiring -- JUDE KELLYThe domestic nature of many objects may seem of minor consequence, but Hirsch channels a steely perceptiveness and not a little subversive humour in revealing their quiet power and enduring significance. Eleanor Updegraff captures the sparky wit of Hirsch's prose with a jaunty elegance. It's a book with a large personality which is as enjoyable to dip into as it is to read from cover to cover -- CAROLINE SANDERSON * * Bookseller * *The book creates new stories . . . Where women throughout time have always been multifaceted, multi-talented and powerful. Reading about it, I feel it deep in my robust bones * * Sunday Star-Times * *Quirky [and] idiosyncratic . . . wide-ranging, beautifully presented book * * Herald * *

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Book SynopsisUse the ancient wisdom of the stars to uncover your destiny with this introduction to astrology Are you headstrong and impatient? Can you see both sides of an argument in a balanced way? Do you often find yourself swimming in circles while trying to make a decision? These character traits could actually be written in the stars.The Little Book of Astrology delves into each of the astrological signs and shows you how to interpret the cosmos, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future. Let this book shine a light on how the stars can reveal a deeper understanding of yourself and others.- Devise and interpret your own birth chart- Learn about different astrological applications and techniques- Discover the hidden meanings of different planets in your chart and their influence on your character and your future- Read about the fascinating history of astrologers, from the Babylonians and Persians to present-day practitioners- Understand how different star signs interact, and why you attract certain types of people into your life

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Book SynopsisThe Book Of Upside Down Thinking, by the famed Liverpool poet Brian Patten, is a magical collection of verse written in Morocco and inspired by traditional folk-tales and stories from the Near and Middle East, many dating back as far as the eleventh century. This beautifully designed collection features colourful hand-drawn tile illustrations alongside Brian's original poems, which show the world from a different, and unexpected, perspective. The Book Of Upside Down Thinking is published fifty years after the anniversary of the publication in 1967 of `The Mersey Sound', the ground-breaking poetry collection co-written with fellow-Liverpudlians, Roger McGough and the late Adrian Henri. Witty, contemporary and written in accessible language, the collection transformed the landscape of British poetry. With many award-winning poetry and children's books published since, Brian is set to turn our thinking on its head once more in The Book of Upside Down Thinking.Trade Review'I love the book...these short poems pack a punch...and lure you back for a second look...and a new thought, and a wry smile. 'Bel Mooney; 'A clever, quirky and intriguing squint at human nature' Val Hennessy

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Book SynopsisThe wit and wisdom of Wonderland in one handy companion. From the indisputable logic of Tweedledum to the nonsensical riddles posed by the Mad Hatter, the witty rejoinders of the Red Queen to the strange wisdom of the Cheshire Cat, there is no denying that Lewis Carroll's most famous works, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and its sequel, Through the Looking-Glass, contain some of the most quotable lines ever written in the English language. The Little Book of Alice houses the very best of these under one roof, showcasing not only the most recognisable bon mots of Wonderland, but the hidden depths and deeper meanings to be found within even the most innocuous turns of phrase. 'I could tell you my adventures – beginning from this morning,' said Alice a little timidly, 'but it's no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then.' Alice, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Alice laughed. 'There's no use trying,' she said: 'one can't believe impossible things.' 'I daresay you haven't had much practice,' said the Queen. 'When I was your age, I always did it for half-an-hour a day. Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast...' White Queen, Through the Looking-Glass.Table of ContentsRiddles and Rejoinders • Life's Great Questions & Answers • The Wit and Wisdom of Wonderland • Sense and Nonsense • Whimsical Wordplay & Lessons on Language • Curiouser and Curiouser.

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Book Synopsis"The most wonderful, incredible woman and just a great Queen. There will never be anyone like her again." Dame Joan Collins"The ultimate woman of girl power #QueenElizabeth II." Geri Halliwell The Queen: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Her Majesty is a collection of all the things that made Elizabeth II a national treasure, from the profound impact she had on 21st-century politics, to her superhuman ability to keep on waving and her fabulous collection of headscarves.Did you know that she established a whole new dog breed, the dorgi, a cross between a corgi and a dachshund? Or that in her lifetime she gave out more than 75,000 Christmas puddings?With beautiful illustrations and humorous observations, this book is a joyful celebration of a monarch who will go down in history as one of the greatest of all time.

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Book SynopsisStep aside cat ladies, it’s time to put the men in the spotlight – when it comes to the felines in our lives, men are just as OBSESSED as women. Celebrating the unique bond between cat and dad, this cute little book is an ode to all cat dads out there and a guide on being the best cat parent possible. It might take a little while for their hearts to be won over, but men, eventually, always fall for their cats. With chapters covering everything from cat–dad psychology to fathering quizzes and from a toolkit of parenting essentials to basic behaviour interpretation, this is the perfect gift for the man in your cat’s life. Peppered throughout are feline-inspired quotes from famous cat dads, including Charles Dickens and Ernest Hemingway, and advice to help to ensure your cat is happy, healthy so you can really be the perfect Cat Father. Table of ContentsIntroduction CHAPTER 1 Cat Dad Creed CHAPTER 2 What Type of Cat Dad Are You? CHAPTER 3 Cat Dad Toolkit CHAPTER 4 Decode Your Cat CHAPTER 5 The Benefits of Feline Fatherhood CHAPTER 6 Meet the Cat Dads Conclusion Discover More

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Book SynopsisThe ideal gift for su doku enthusiasts.If you like to live dangerously and push beyond your mental comfort zone, steel yourself for The Times'' toughest Ultimate Killer puzzles. A bumper collection of more than 360 puzzles for hard-core solvers. Selected from The Times these puzzles will challenge the sharpest minds.Includes Deadly-level Killer puzzles, and Extra Deadly, to really test your limits: this is the only place you''ll find such a torturous collection in a single book.These puzzles are not for the fainthearted, they use the same 9x9 grid as Su Doku, and have an added mathematical challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the digits 1-9, it is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the same number as well.But unlike with previous books, there is no chance to ease yourself in with Easy, or even Tough puzzles: this book is the Ultimate Killer Su Doku completely deadly.Puzzles in this collection are taken from T

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Book SynopsisSpecially compiled to provide the most deadly Su Doku challenge, this is the only volume for Su Doku enthusiasts who need a puzzle that really tests their mettle.Prepare yourself for the toughest Su Doku challenge there is. These diabolically difficult Ultimate Killer Su Doku puzzles will really put your brainpower to the test as you warm up' with the 100 Deadly Killer puzzles before steeling yourself to take on the 100 Extra Deadly Su Dokus. Are you ready for the challenge?Not for the faint-hearted. The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid as a regular Su Doku, but have an extra mathematical element that multiplies the challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the digits 1 to 9, but also to make sure that the outlined sections, called cages, add up to the number given in each cage.Warning: Not suitable for amateur puzzlers!

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Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesThe latest volume in the hugely popular Killer Su Doku series from The Times, featuring the highest-quality puzzles with an extra element of arithmetic.This addition to the successful Times Killer Su Doku series will test your skills to the limit, adding the challenge of arithmetic and taking Su Doku to a new and even deadlier level of difficulty.The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid as Su Doku but with an added mathematical challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the numbers 1-9, it is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the same number as well.With 200 new Moderate, Tricky, Tough and Deadly Killer Su Doku puzzles, there is no chance to ease yourself in with simple puzzles. For those who like to live dangerously and pushbeyond their mental comfort zone, steel yourself for The Times'' next, terribly tough instalment.

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Book SynopsisIn this truly beautiful book, Andrea Zanatelli combines his extraordinary artworks with a selection of classical love poetry by Anne Brontë, William Blake, Christina Rossetti, Emily Dickinson, Percy Shelley and many more.Drawing its inspiration from the past, Love is Enough references the decorative arts of a bygone era, and is a combination of romantic imagery, antique fabrics and allegorical illustrations, mixed with poems and mottos. Often mistaken for real embroidery pieces, the artworks are in fact very detailed and intricate digital collages, made to look and feel like handcrafted works.Zanatelli is strongly influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement and the Pre-Raphaelites as well as eighteenth-century collage artist and creator of the Flora Delanica, Mary Delany, among others. Recurring themes in his work are romantic love, magical symbols, Victorian era craftsmanship, historical nun’s work and relics. Details of paintings, ancient fabrics, antique jewellery and miniatures are also returning elements as they often become an integral part of the inspiration for the collages themselves.This stunning book is full of intricate detail and brimming with romance, so you can return to its pages again and again.

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate celebration of the ultimate rock 'n' roll band, filled with trivia, fun stories, puzzles and quizzes for Oasis fans and aspiring rock stars.With a frontman who will go down in history as one of the greats, unmistakeable style and swagger, and songs that have entire stadiums singing along word-for-word Oasis the self-proclaimed greatest rock 'n' rock band in the world', put British rock music (and Manchester) firmly on the map when they emerged in the 1990s. From their early days in King Tut's Wah Wah Hut in Glasgow, where their talent was spotted by Creation boss Alan McGee to the iconic gigs at Knebworth and Glastonbury, this book covers it all in a fun, playful and celebratory style.Re-live the key moments of the band's career the thrills, the spills, the guitar riffs and the sibling tiffs. Test your knowledge of the on-stage fights between the Gallagher brothers, the setlists from historic gigs and the iconic albums that became instant chart-toppers. Think you know your b-sides from your bootlegs? Take the Ultimate Oasis Quiz to find out!The Oasis Activity Book is packed with trivia, puzzles and quizzes you can play Locate Liam, draw your own wonderwall or try Who Diss to guess which celebrity Liam had some choice words for. Colour in Noel's treasured guitars, fill in the missing lyrics and embellish Liam's iconic parkas. The supernova gift for the rock 'n'' roll star in your life.

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Book SynopsisMandy Kirkby is an editor and flower enthusiast. Vanessa Diffenbaugh is the writer of the internationally bestselling novel The Language of Flowers.

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Book SynopsisPractice yoga at your own pace, in your own space, with this stunning set of 50 yoga pose cards.

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Book SynopsisThis box set contains 50 beautiful full-colour postcards from the bestselling book Oceanarium, illustrated by award-winning artist Teagan White.Featuring a collection of stunning postcards for any occasion, Teagan White's incredible illustrations of all things nautical are bound to make the perfect gift. From delicate coral reef fish to the incredible blue whale, these stunning watercolour images are perfect for sending to friends, or pinning on your wall.Published in conjunction with the National Marine Aquarium, part of the Ocean Conservation Trust.

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Book SynopsisWith an attractive new slipcase and binding, this compact white Bible is an ideal gift for any special occasion, including confirmation, weddings or first communion.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 slipcasemaking it an ideal gift.Trade Review‘There is no doubt in my mind that the King James Bible and not Shakespeare set this language on its path to become a universal language on a scale unprecedented before or since.’- Melvyn Bragg

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Book SynopsisTHE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE ADVENTURER IN YOUR LIFE: AN ULTIMATE SURVIVAL GUIDE FROM THE WORLD''S LEADING SURVIVAL EXPERT.___________''A good gift for budding adventurers.'' i paperDo you know how to... Survive a bear attack? Make fire from virtually nothing? Fly a plane in an emergency? Survive in the most extreme conditions?Bear Grylls does.There is barely a terrain he hasn''t conquered or an extreme environment he hasn''t experienced. From his time in 21 SAS, through to his extraordinary expeditions in the toughest corners of each of the seven continents, Bear has accumulated an astonishing wealth of survival knowledge.Now, for the first time, he is putting all his expertise into one book. How To Stay Alive will teach you all of the essential skills you need to survive in the modern world.___________What readers are saying about How to Stay Alive:<Trade ReviewA good gift for budding adventurers. * i paper *

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Book SynopsisQuiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.A super-sized challenge for crossword lovers, selected by the Times2 Crossword Editor John Grimshaw.This Crossword appears weekly in the Saturday edition of The Times. The puzzles offer the same challenge as The Times2 daily crossword but the larger grid packs an extra punch!The clues are also a little more testing than the daily times2 crossword, to stretch the crossword enthusiast just a bit further, and provide hours of entertainment.

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Book SynopsisGrasping how to swear is a crucial skill to any English-speaker, but it can be a tricky business. Owing to the rich and complex history of swearing, a single word can have a host of different meanings – from expressing surprise, excitement, anger, celebration, disgust or simply that you’re fucked off. If you don’t get it right, you could really be in the shit.How to Swear, by graphic artist and swearing-connoisseur Stephen Wildish, uses all manner of charts and flow diagrams to teach you all you need to know, including: the building blocks of an effective insult; the adverbial uses of various types of animal excrement (horseshit, apeshit etc); and the different parts of speech a swear word can fulfil: ‘Fucking fuck, the fucking fucker’s fucked’. This charming (and rude) book will take you right to the heart of the wondrous world of swearing, with a lot of laughs on the way.

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Book SynopsisQuiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.A super-sized challenge for crossword lovers, selected by the Times2 Crossword Editor John Grimshaw.This Crossword appears weekly in the Saturday edition of The Times. The puzzles offer the same challenge as the times2 daily crossword but the larger grid packs an extra punch!The clues are also a little more testing than the daily times2 crossword, to stretch the crossword enthusiast just a bit further, and provide hours of entertainment.

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Book SynopsisFrom Steven Spielberg to Martin Scorsese, Alfred Hitchcock to Werner Herzog test your knowledge of the movies with The Movie Puzzle Book.Table of Contents1 The Pitch 2 Playing the Part 3 Setting the Scene 4 The Director’s Chair 5 It's a Wrap 6 Selling the Movie The Answers Picture Credits

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Book SynopsisKings and crowns and whatnot? It sounds like something out of a dream or a fairy tale,' said Eeyore.When Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends go on an expedition to a Royal London Park they don't expect to find themselves in the middle of a royal adventure.This charming story takes place at a very special Royal Coronation. When Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet lose Eeyore in the crowd, they come up with a plan to find their friend. Along the way they meet a Very Important Person and learn about the importance of kindness, helping others and new beginnings.This classic character children's book will make a wonderful keepsake to honour the historic coronation of King Charles IIIAlso available: Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the Queen, One of the best children's books for 2022', by The Telegraph.Trade Review‘Winnie-the-Pooh has always been a very special (albeit funny old) bear, not least of all because his books are filled with wonderful words of wisdom.', Stylist magazine Reviews for ‘Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King’: ‘That much loved little bear Winnie-the-Pooh is on a trip to London with his chums Eeyore and Piglet in Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King, a colourful coronation story for slightly older children aged five or six. Clutching his acorn snack, Winnie climbs up to the balcony of Buckingham Palace to get a good view and he meets – well who do you think! The newly crowned King asks Winnie if he may have the acorn snack to plant in the palace garden. Of course he can – and by the way where’s Eeyore? This gentle tale, written by Jane Riordan and Andrew Grey, would, I think have won the approval of AA Milne and EH Shepard.’, Newburytoday ‘If you’re looking for a royally memorable keepsake of the coronation, turn the pages of this classic illustrated gift book as Winnie-the-Pooh makes a special appearance and charms everyone… including the king!’, Lancashire Post ‘Winnie-the-Pooh has always been a very special (albeit funny old) bear, not least of all because his books are filled with wonderful words of wisdom, and an irrepressible sense of youthful fun that never ages or fades. So join Winnie and make your day extra special!’, Lancashire Post ‘Author Jane Riordan and illustrator Andrew Grey turn on the smiles as they put the nation’s favourite bear at centre stage in this gorgeous picture book which is filled with A.A. Milne’s unique enchantment and classic characters.’, Lancashire Post

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Book SynopsisThe Ancient Egyptians used a hieroglyphic writing system that still resonates today for its graphic representation of things, people, pharaohs and concepts. These hieroglyphics were discovered by adventurers and archeologists in temples, tombs and on papyrus documents, telling of the everyday life, religion and history of this 5,000-year-old civilization. Some of the symbols were simple but represented something with a wider significance, such as the eye of Horus; other logographs might represent an animal, such as a snake, elephant or lion; while others, such as the Ba symbol of a bird with a human head, represented the human soul with the ability to travel to the afterlife using wings. The language grew and over time came to represent every facet of Ancient Egyptian life. This book allows the reader to piece together and read the symbols, to understand their meanings and use, and examines what they have taught the world about this most influential of early civilizations. In Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs Illustrated, we learn more of the story of this rich ancient language and its development over thousands of years, and the story of their decipherment after the discovery of the Rosetta Stone. The book explores the key logograms for popular concepts such as ‘sun’, ‘house’ and ‘mountain’, as well as more complex ideas such as Ajet, or ‘sun rising over mountains’; marvel at Tutankhamun’s full name as marked on his tomb, which is portrayed using a reed, a wave of water, a falcon, an ankh symbol, and a series of staffs; learn about the two outstretched arms of the Ka symbol, which represents the mortal life and soul of a person. Each of the graphically illustrated entries is accompanied by a description of the written form and an explanation of its meaning. Presented in a high-quality Chinese-bound format with accompanying illustrations, Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs Illustrated provides a compact, easy-to-understand introduction to the writing system of Ancient Egypt.Table of ContentsSelected Contents: History of Language Scribe and Society Hieroglyphic alphabet Sign of the Times Reading the SymbolsLife and Land Sistrum, Bee Lotus, Tree of LifeReligion and Ritual Shen Ring, Menat, Winged Solar Disk, Djed ColumnPharaohs and Power Uraeus, Hedjet Crown, Crook & Flail, ObeliskRoyal Cartouches Khufu, Tuthmose I, Hatsepshut, Tutankhamun, Alexander, CleopatraGods and Myths Eye of Horus, Eye of Ra, Osiris, Ankh, Tyet, ShuAfterlife Seba, Ba, Duat, Ka, Mummy, IbKey Discoveries Narmer Palette, Abydos Kings List, Book of the DeadSelected Letters A – Vulture, B – Foot, D – Hand, F – Horned Viper, H – Twisted Flax, M – Owl, N – Ripple, T – Loaf of Bread, Z or S – Door bolt

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Book SynopsisFrom bathing rituals and sleep yoga to solitude and mental relaxation, discover the restorative power of rest and sleep with this beautiful little book When was the last time you truly felt well-rested? Perhaps it’s hard even to remember. With so many demands on our energy, modern life can make it challenging to devote enough time to resting. However, it can be just as important as diet and exercise to our overall sense of well-being. This little book will help you find ways to bring more rest into your life. It’s filled with practical tips and simple ideas, including: Different kinds of rest, and which kind your body may need Techniques to allow your mind and body to take a break Sleep self-care to help you fall asleep and sleep well When you know how to get the most from your down-time, you can step back into your day-to-day life feeling revitalized, refreshed and reconnected to the best version of you.

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Book SynopsisStand up if you love the darts!The one and only legend that is Russ 'The Voice' Bray has been the man beside the oche calling major darts tournaments since 1996. He has now hung up his mic, but stand up and rejoice as he'll be making himself heard once again in this essential, all-seeing companion to your favourite sport!Every throw counts, and Russ calls the best matches he's ever reffed, the greatest comebacks and the wildest epics. And it's access all areas as he takes us into the practice rooms to watch the mind games unfold. Russ also has a ton of stories to tell you about all the greats. Read on and cheer for the old-school superstars like Eric Bristow and Phil Taylor, and get chanting for the current contenders from Mighty Mike to Luke the Nuke. From the pubs to Ally Pally - it's GAME ON!

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for anyone desiring a richer whisky experience. Some drinking buddies only ever talk about themselves. Well, not this guy. The Little Book of Whisky is here to listen, entertain and help you imbibe as many whisky-soaked titbits of wit and wisdom as possible. Whisky, aqua vitae, the water of life, the spirit of the Gods, the hard stuff – whatever you call it, has long been many people’s best friend. But now your best friend has a new best friend – The Little Book of Whisky, a tiny tome guaranteed to raise your spirits with its fine blend of whisky facts & stats, quotes & quips, and matured with whisky history and heritage. The Little Book of Whisky is a guaranteed 100 proof... of excellence. 'I'm on a whisky diet. I've lost three days already.' Tommy Cooper. 'A good gulp of hot whiskey at bedtime – it's not very scientific, but it helps.' Alexander Fleming on how to kill a common cold. If this doesn't make you want to visit Scotland nothing will. The nation is home to more than 20 million casks of maturing whisky. That's four barrels for every Scottish person. No wonder they want their independence. Table of ContentsAqua Vitae • Whisky Business • Whisky-A-Go-Go • A Whisky A Day • Get Your Rocks Off • Where There's Whisky.

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Book SynopsisNobody's quite like youThere's so much that's great about you. So much that's worth honouring and cherishing. This little book of quotes is full of words of gratitude and appreciation that will make you recognize and remember that YOU ARE AMAZING.

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Book SynopsisA little product with big impact for display.

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Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesCompelling and addictive, Codeword is the cracking alternative to Su Dokus and Crosswords.The concept is simple. Each number represents a letter, so, starting with the solved letters, use your logic and vocabulary to reveal more letters, form words, and then crack the code!The Codeword series is so popular because you don't need any prior knowledge, unlike a crossword. You can just pick up a pen and get puzzling. It steadily increases your vocabulary, as the difficulty slowly grows as you progress through the book, and even though you'll be working your brain, it's the perfect way to unwind.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect stocking filler for lovers of Scottish History. From prehistoric Scotland to the Brexit referendum, this pocket-sized book covers all of the main events in Scottish history.

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Book SynopsisWho doesn''t love baby animals?AMAZING FACTS ABOUT BABY ANIMALS is an adorable celebration of all kinds of fuzzy, fluffy, scaly, and feathery animal babies and their parents.Full of interesting, weird, and funny facts about animals before they are born (elephants are pregnant for 22 months!), when they are born (whales are born tail-first so they don''t drown!), and life as babies (parrots give their offspring names! Baby macaques have snowball fights!), this book couldn't be cuter.

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Book SynopsisTen unique certificates to mark life's milestones big and small, all designed and illustrated by Marian Bantjes.

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Book SynopsisThe NKJV Deluxe Gift Bible is perfect for personal use or to give as a gift to celebrate special occasions like graduations, baptisms, birthdays, or achievements.The popular and reliable New King James Version, now with the enhanced readability of Thomas Nelson’s custom NKJV font, is the perfect gift. The NKJV Deluxe Gift Bible is a great way to celebrate graduations, baptisms, birthdays, or special achievements. This beautifully crafted Bible comes in a variety of Leathersoft™ covers and includes gilded page edges, a ribbon marker, a presentation page, the words of Christ in red, full-color maps, charts, and a dictionary-concordance.Features Include: Presentation page allows you to personalize this special gift by recording a memory or note Red letter text makes it easy to identify the words spoken by Jesus Dictionary and

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Book SynopsisThe fate of all life on Earth may depend on the bravery of two little seeds in this epic adventure from the #1 New York Times bestselling creator and Caldecott Medalist of The Invention of Hugo Cabret.The tale of the natural world is the greatest story we have to tell, and Brian delivers a brilliant chapter of that tale throughout the pages of Big Tree. STEVEN SPIELBERGWe need brave, big stories like [Big Tree]. The New York Times Book ReviewHas the power to intrigue...affecting. The Wall Street Journal* An enthralling and expansive meditation on what it means to be alive on this planet. Booklist, starred review* A balanced and rich book. . . . Powerful.The Bulletin of the Center for Children''s Books, starred and recommended review* In evocative prose and peppery dialogue . . . the cine

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Book Synopsis''There is a theory that humans made lists before we invented writing. Adam Sharp''s exquisitely arranged, addictively witty book of lists is the reasons why. He is the poet laureate of lists'' John Mitchinson, Senior QI Elf''So much to disagree with in this book. And I mean that as a huge recommendation'' Richard Osman''Very funny and highly addictive. Adam Sharp, you weird genius'' Russell KaneA list of ways to start a conversation with a cat in different countries5. Pss-pss-pss (England)4. Kac-kac-kac (Lithuania)3. Pish-pish-pish (Iran)2. Ming-ming-ming (Philippines)1. Bellowing What''s new pussycat, whoa, oh whoa (Wales)Are you feeling down in the dumps? Is the chaotic, disordered nature of modern existence freaking you out? Are you feeling...listless? Then this collection of fascinating, hilarious and brilliantly odd lists is the remedy you need. Packed full of incredible facts, from what peoplTrade Reviewfunny and clever and the perfect after-dinner conversation starter -- Kit de Waal * Good Housekeeping *

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Book SynopsisA goat has pointy horns and a cow has a spotty coat. But what would happen if you mixed them together with a rooster''s feathery tail? You''d get a GOTER! CockadoodleMOO!Lift the panels to mix, match and make wonderfully wacky farmyard animals with Sophie Corrigan''s brilliantly crazy creature creations! Mix together a duck, a donkey and a rooster and create a DONTER! Or match up a sheep, a pig and a cow and create a SIW. Will it say BAA or OINK?What funny farmyard animals will YOU find?Each panel is the perfect size for small hands - hours of toddler animal fun guaranteed.

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Book SynopsisWhy is your elbow called your funny bone? How could you escape the grip of a crocodile's jaw? Which animal can breathe through its bottom? And how do these things all link together? This brilliant book will have eyebrows raised and jaws dropping as it uncovers the amazing scientific explanations behind all sorts of questions that can pop into our heads. Can an egg bounce? How can a giraffe's ridiculously long neck contain the same number of bones as a human's? How much does the Internet weigh? Written by science superstar and STEM Ambassador Dr Emily Grossman, this book will answer all science questions you may or may not have wondered about. Each section in the book is linked to the one before it, creating a fantastically interactive structure, where a question answered brings up new curiosities and surprises. This is the perfect book for children who love learning about science or who need an extra nudge when it comes to STEM subjects. After all, who wouldn't want to find out Trade Review“Prepare for mind-blowing science with this collection of random, revolting and ridiculous facts. If you want to know what the centre of the Milky Way might taste like, this is for you.” -- Sunday Express S Magazine * Sunday Express S Magazine *“Packed with weird, amusing and mind-boggling facts, this brilliant interactive book from science expert and STEM Ambassador Dr Emily Grossman is as fun as it is educational. Featuring scientific explanations and experiments, it takes young readers on an enlightening and descriptive journey with humour and entertaining illustrations. It might be aimed at kids but don’t be surprised if adults can’t put it down either.” -- CultureFly * CultureFly *“This is the perfect book for anyone who loves learning about science and all things odd!” -- First News * First News *‘’If this book doesn’t encourage a new race of young scientists then nothing will.’’ -- Irish Examiner * Irish Examiner *

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Book SynopsisSome mornings are Claire mornings. Allyn, we know just how you feel...A funny book of llama illustrations by artist Kristin Llamas (her real name) with personality-rich portraits of named llamas, penned in a realistic and humorous black-and-white style.Amusing, endearingly modern quips and names lend personality to each llama drawing.• Finely detailed black and white illustrations of llamas• An adorable collection of super-relatable llama portraits• A sweet gift book that allows you to find a llama with your nameFans of Llamanoes, Have a Little Pun, and Llive, Llaugh, Llove Llike a Llama will love this book. • Llama fans• Animal lovers • Anyone who appreciates modern humor

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Book SynopsisA BOOK TO BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY - A GIFT OF HOPE, COMFORT, POSITIVITY, OPENNESS AND LOVE FOR ANY OCCASION - INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THE TFL UNDERGOUND DUOTransport for London employees and dynamic masked duo, All on the Board (aka Jeremy and Ian), made it their mission to bring smiles to the faces of London commuters through writing creative messages, quotes and poems on the underground''s service information boards. ''We were tired of looking at a board that just said keep right and thought can''t we do something a bit more fun?''. Fast-forward 3 years, they''ve grown a community of 750,000+ online fans and have a plethora of celebrity supporters. Through their magical words, they''ve marked momentous occasions, celebrated countless artists, legends and heroes, raised awareness of mental health and hidden illnesses and sprinkled thousands of our daily journeys with positivity, humour and love. Their kind messages remind us all that we''re in it together and now

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Book Synopsis**A STUNNING GRAPHIC NOVEL FROM THE WINNER OF THE BEST BOOK AWARD 2013/14 BRITISH COMIC BOOK AWARDS**Discover the adventures of Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, war and courage in this stunning graphic novel. From her extraordinary birth sprung from the head of her father, in the midst of a thunderous headache to her refusal to take no for an answer. Find out how she inspired powerful gods, goddesses and humans and the terrifying fate of those who dared to cross her path.Prepare to be amazed as you uncover the story of one of the most fearless ancient goddesses, and the tales of a world where humans, gods and goddesses could meet.This action-packed graphic novel is illustrated and written by the brilliantly talented sister duo, Isabel and Imogen Greenberg.

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