Non Fiction Books
John Murray Press HalfArse Human
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Taschen GmbH Witchcraft. The Library of Esoterica
Book SynopsisInitiating readers in the fascinating and complex history of witchcraft, from the goddess mythologies of ancient cultures to the contemporary embrace of the craft by modern artists and activists, this expansive tome conjures up a breathtaking overview of an age-old tradition. Rooted in legend, folklore, and myth, the archetype of the witch has evolved from the tales of Odysseus and Circe, the Celtic seductress Cerridwen, and the myth of Hecate, fierce ruler of the moonlit night. In Witchcraft we survey her many incarnations since, as she shape-shifts through the centuries, alternately transforming into mother, nymph, and crone—seductress and destroyer. Edited by Jessica Hundley, and co-edited by author, scholar, and practitioner Pam Grossman, this enthralling visual chronicle is the first of its kind, a deep dive into the complex symbologies behind witchcraft traditions, as explored through the history of art itself. The witch has played muse to great artists throughout time, from the dark seductions of Francisco José de Goya and Albrecht Dürer to the elegant paean to the magickal feminine as re-imagined by the Surrealist circle of Remedios Varo, Leonora Carrington, and Leonor Fini. The witch has spellbound through folktales and dramatic literature as well, from the poison apples of The Brothers Grimm, to the Weird Sisters gathered at their black cauldron in Shakespeare’s Macbeth, to L. Frank Baum’s iconic Wicked Witch of the West, cackling over the fate of Dorothy. Throughout this entrancing visual voyage, we’ll also bear witness to the witch as she endures persecution and evolves into empowerment, a contemporary symbol of bold defiance and potent nonconformity. Featuring enlightening essays by modern practitioners like Kristen J. Sollée and Judika Illes, as well interviews with authors and scholars such as Madeline Miller and Juliet Diaz, Witchcraft includes a vast range of cultural traditions that embrace magick as spiritual exploration and creative catharsis.Trade Review“…takes the fraught history of witches and imbues it with a magic befitting its subject… Witchcraft is a celebration of true, even threatening power—by those who possess it least, and deserve it most.” * W Magazine *“Eye-opening and thought-provoking.” * widewalls.ch *“A lavish coffee-table book. [Witchcraft] surveys the shadow and the light the witch has cast across the Western imagination.” * The New York Times *“A tour de force, taking you all the way through the global history of witchcraft.” * elitedaily.com *“A visually vibrant volume that isn't so much a book as it is a spellbinding tribute to a figure and a practice that are as old as time.” * cnn.com *“Witchcraft offers a deep dive into the many facets of a centuries-old tradition in the Western world.” * cnn.com *“A densely packed book that takes a deep dive into the many archetypes the witch has taken throughout the course of time.” * hypebeast.com *“[This] powerful new book blows away the satanic baby-eating myths.” * The Guardian *“In this compendium of witchy women, from Renaissance paintings to modern Wicca, the caricature of the evil hag is turned upside down.” * The Guardian *“In scouring the history of art to back up their modern-pagan perspective, the editors point to something remarkable.” * The Guardian *“Delves into the witch’s complex history, symbols, and depictions across time...” * hyperallergic.com *“Going so soon? I wouldn’t hear of it. Why, my little party’s just beginning!” * The Wicked Witch of the West, “The Wizard of Oz” *“I think that all women are witches, in the sense that a witch is a magical being.” * Yoko Ono *
£27.00
HarperCollins Publishers Botanical Block Printing
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£18.70
Flame Tree Publishing Arthurian Myths & Legends: Tales of Heroes, Gods
Book SynopsisGorgeous Collector's Edition. Many medieval writers, especially from France and Wales, wrote stories about the great British leader, King Arthur. Legends, folklore and myths from this period come together to paint a picture of who he was with some describing him as a great warrior, defending Britain from its enemies, while others suggest Arthur had magical qualities. Throughout this mystery, King Arthur has become an iconic figure, known for his court and knights and his chivalric adventures. This collection offers a selection of myths, featuring Arthur’s knights of the round table, his love for Queen Guinevere and of course the ultimate betrayal by his most trusted knight, Sir Lancelot. Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and a Glossary of Terms.
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group The 1000 Dot-to-Dot Book: Masterpieces: Twenty
Book SynopsisAfter the phenomenal success of the 1000 Dot-to-Dot series, for his fourth outing author and artist Thomas Pavitte takes on the challenge of recreating some of the world's finest works of art - all in 1000 dots!20 masterpieces by the likes of Van Gogh, Michelangelo and Hokusai are rendered in exquisite line drawings for you to complete yourself. Not only will you discover the satisfaction of seeing each artwork come to life as you join up the dots, but once you've finished, the perforated pages make it easy to tear out your masterpiece ready to be proudly displayed!
£14.31
Manilla How to Save the Amazon
Book SynopsisAn urgent work of reportage which takes the reader deep inside the Amazon rainforest, and shows that even if you kill a journalist, you cannot silence a story. RECIPIENT OF A WHITING FOUNDATION AWARDOn 5 June 2022, award-winning journalist Dom Phillips was working on this book, alongside the indigenous expert Bruno Pereira, when they were both shot. They are believed to have been assassinated by one of the criminal networks whose ecological exploitation they were working to expose. As the world becomes more aware of the significance of the Amazon, home to nearly 400 billion trees, working in this vast region has become ever more dangerous for activists and journalists. Fires, land grabs, and the invasion of reserves have all spiked over recent decades, pushing the world's biggest forest ever closer to a point of no return. The last few years have seen efforts to reduce deforestation, but the question remains; can we save this globally essential ecosystem before it is too late?Dom's important and ultimately hopeful book argues the answer is yes. A group of expert writers took up his partially completed manuscript, committed to his mission of uncovering the truth about deforestation and searching for solutions. Blending in-depth reporting and encounters with indigenous activists, ecologists, farmers, and political figures, How to Save The Amazon is a dazzling account of how we can fight ecological destruction and stand in solidarity with the Earth's environmental defenders.
£18.00
Octopus Publishing Group The Little Book of Manifestation: A Beginner’s
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"
£6.99
Scholastic The Bad Guys 1 Colour Edition
Book SynopsisMr Wolf has a daring plan for the Bad Guys' first good mission. The gang are going to break 200 dogs out of the Maximum Security City Dog Pound. Will Operation Dog Pound go smoothly? Will the Bad Guys become the Good Guys? And will Mr Snake please stop swallowing Mr Piranha?
£7.99
Flame Tree Publishing Alphonse Mucha: Masterworks
Book SynopsisThough very much an individual and spiritual artist, Alphonse Mucha was a defining figure of the Art Nouveau era and is loved for his distinctive lush style and images of beautiful women in arabesque poses among the plethora of paintings, posters, advertisements and designs he produced. Admire a whole range of his work here in its full glory with succinct accompanying text.
£21.25
Scholastic US The Destruction of Pompeii AD 79
Book SynopsisA bold graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis''s bestselling I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Dave Shephard.The beast beneath the mountain is restless...No one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. The beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes -- and always goes back to sleep.But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is terribly wrong -- and his father, who trusts science more than mythical beasts, agrees. When Vesuvius explodes into a huge cloud of ash and rocks that fall from the sky like rain, will they have time to escape -- and survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?Lauren Tarshis''s New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived ch
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Young Woman and the Sea
Book SynopsisThe exhilarating true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel, and inspire a “wave of confidence and emancipation” for women in sports (Parade).By age twenty, at the height of the Jazz Age, Trudy Ederle was the most accomplished swimmer in the world.Trade Review“Great storytelling. . .Stout’s moving book recovers the exhilarating story of a young girl who found her true self out in the water and paved the way for women in sports today." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Glenn Stout brings the women’s sports pioneer back to life with an engaging, deeply researched account.” — Sports Illustrated "A great summer read." — New Yorker “Stout adeptly traces the history of swimming and Ederle’s significance in it. Whether recounting the origins of modern strokes or the geological formation of the English Channel, the author is comprehensive in his research. His blow-by-blow accounts of Ederle’s two attempts to cross from Cape Gris-Nez, France to Dover, England, demonstrate his engaging style… saturated with thrills and melodrama. A compelling account of a woman who, though long forgotten, changed the way the world viewed swimming.” — Kirkus Reviews "Young Woman and the Sea is the story of Gertrude Ederle’s epic swim across the English Channel interwoven with a sweeping and glimmering history of swimming. These were the good old days when open water swimmers were sex symbols, pioneers of the sport, and leaders of social change. For anyone who loves the water, or has a big dream—this is the book to read!" — Lynne Cox, author of Swimming to Antarctica and Grayson "Too often, looking at America through its sports, and vice versa, results in a distorted view of both of them. In Glenn Stout's account of Trudy Ederle and the English Channel, we have a clear and honest mirror. Young Woman and the Sea is a first-rate piece of social history, and a tale told, well, swimmingly." — Charles P. Pierce, author of Idiot America and Moving the Chains
£10.44
Basic Books The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog 3rd Edition And
Book SynopsisIn this classic work of developmental psychology, renowned psychiatrist and the coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller What Happened to You? reveals how trauma affects children—and outlines the path to recovery How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? Child psychiatrist Dr. Bruce D. Perry has helped children faced with unimaginable horror: genocide survivors, murder witnesses, kidnapped teenagers, and victims of family violence. In the classic The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Dr. Perry tells their stories of trauma and transformation and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope. Deftly combining unforgettable case histories with his own compassionate, insightful strategies for rehabilitation, Perry explains what happens to children’s brains when they are exposed to extreme stress—and reveals the unexpected measures that can be taken to ease suc
£15.29
Manchester University Press PinkPilled
Book SynopsisThis daring book explores how and why women are radicalised into far-right movements online and offers advice for fighting back against this alarming trend. -- .
£12.99
Orion Publishing Co Notes on Heartbreak
Book Synopsis''Arresting and vivid, raw and breathtaking...told with stunning originality'' DOLLY ALDERTON, author of EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT LOVE''Annie Lord tells us a story at once both specific and universal'' SHON FAYE, author of THE TRANSGENDER ISSUE''An electrifying debut'' CAROLINE O''DONOGHUE, author of THE RACHEL INCIDENTDark, fierce and raw, Notes on Heartbreak is a love story told in reverse...Reeling from a broken heart, Annie Lord revisits the past - from the moment she first fell in love, the shared in-jokes and intertwining of a long-term relationship, to the months that saw the slow erosion of a bond five years in the making. Charting her attempts to move on, Annie explores the ups and downs of being newly single, from disastrous rebound sex to sending ill-advised nudes, stalking your ex''s new girlfriend on Instagram and the sharp indignity of being ghosted.Trade ReviewIt's good, all of this - nearly everyone knows the specific, towering grief of being walked out on by the person whose limbs they woke up tangled in in the morning, but few write about it so directly, so unblinkingly. * The Times *A book on love and loss to get the emotions (read: tears) flowing. One of this summer's most anticipated books * Bustle *She writes about intimacy in a way that's relatable, poetic and makes you think that maybe your own heartbreaks are really as quietly earth-shattering as you thought they were... It's a sparkling and deliciously indulgent read which gets right into your chest and stays with you afterwards. It's someone else's story, but it will make you think about your own. * VICE *The book is cleverly structured and written with unflinching honesty * THE IRISH TIMES *Annie Lord's unhinged but unflinchingly honest memoir delivers up some relatable introspection when it comes to love and loss, ripe for exploring one of the most universal experiences in humanity * REFINERY29 *A deep meditation on the anguish of a modern heartbreak, where Lord's unique writing helps the emotions fly * The Candid Bookclub, The Guardian *Annie Lord released her debut book in 2022 and, if you've ever been through a breakup, it's sure to get you in your feels. This release charts the ups and downs of a long-term relationship and explores the ways it slowly began to come apart - all with a precise, unsparing eye. * COSMOPOLITAN *An unflinching and raw exploration of a relationship and its ending, taking in all the joy, pain and messiness of being in love * SHEERLUXE *Your perception of love, life and starting afresh will be altered for the better * The I Paper *It's painful, cathartic and beautifully written - The Best Books of 2022 * TIME OUT *Vogue dating columnist Annie Lord's debut, Notes on Heartbreak, is a visceral yet funny recollection of the breakdown of her five-year-relationship, told in her distinctive, lyrical style . . . It's difficult to write about experiences as complex as love and heartbreak without sounding either cheesy or melodramatic, but somehow, Lord nails it. Anyone who's ever been unceremoniously dumped will find themselves furiously underlining the book's most resonant passages * The Best Books of 2022 - DAZED *Raw and beautifully tender * Suitcase Magazine *Annie Lord's visceral exploration of love and heartbreak will resonate with us all. * STYLIST *The debut book from Vogue's dating columnist is heartbreaking, touching, funny - and one to be shared around all your friends who despair about modern dating, whether they're recovering from heartbreak or not * GRAZIA *Notes On Heartbreak is a seamless transition from columns to books for Annie Lord, who maintains her magnetic writing style over a longer form . . . Watch out for people crying, laughing and reciting passages to friends and family, as they cling to this book * THE HERALD *It is an unflinchingly honest reminder of the simultaneous joy and pain of being in love that will resonate with anyone that has ever nursed a broken heart * RTE Online *Free of pretence and painfully relatable for anyone who has ever dealt with heartbreak, this cathartic retelling acts as a reminder of the dichotomies of love - the euphoric highs and crushing lows - and its beautiful, messy realities * Luxury London *
£9.49
Reaktion Books The Pirates Code
Book SynopsisA rollicking account of pirates' codes, the strict rules essential for survival at sea.
£10.44
Rizzoli International Publications Dior The Legendary 30 Avenue Montaigne
Book SynopsisThe history of Dior as seen through the mythical Parisian address of 30, avenue Montaigne, home to the House’s headquarters and ateliers.Celebrating 30, avenue Montaigne, this sophisticated volume—published on the occasion of the House’s 75th anniversary in 2022—presents the public and unseen life of the iconic headquarters. Located in the heart of Paris’s posh Triangle d’Or, 30, avenue Montaigne has been linked to the House of Dior’s story since 1946. Christian Dior chose this hôtel particulier to establish his couture house and present his collections, including the inaugural 1947 fashion show that marked the New Look era’s debut. Since then, Christian Dior and his successors—from Yves Saint Laurent to Maria Grazia Chiuri—have designed and created all the House’s collections here. 30, avenue Montaigne is where the ateliers are still based, making it a fabled address of Parisian haute c
£30.88
Thames & Hudson Ltd Louis Vuitton Catwalk The Complete Fashion
Book SynopsisThe go-to for all things Vuitton' TatlerFounded as a luxury leather goods house in 1854, Louis Vuitton was for many decades one of the world's leading trunk and accessories makers. It was after launching its first fashion collections in 1998, however, that the house reached unprecedented global fame, and pioneered high-profile collaborations with artists such as Richard Prince, Takashi Murakami and Stephen Sprouse. Louis Vuitton Catwalk is a complete and unrivalled overview of the world's top fashion house. The book opens with a concise history of the house, followed by brief biographical profiles of Marc Jacobs, the first creative director 19982014, and Nicolas Ghesquière, who helms the brand today, before exploring the collections themselves, organized chronologically. Each collection is introduced by a short text unveiling its influences and highlights, and illustrated with carefully curated catwalk images. Showcasing hundreds of spectacular clothes, details, accessories, beauty lTrade Review'The go-to for all things Vuitton' - Tatler'[This] 632-page tome extensively retraces the house’s first two decades' - WWD'Gorgeous' - Sunday Times'Sumptuous … this is pure eye-candy' - The i Newspaper'Lavish' - Daily Mail'A valuable reference for fashion fans' - GLASS'The infamous Catwalk book series, published by Thames & Hudson, are made up of the modern day fashion worshipper’s holy bibles ... The Catwalk books are extraordinary in mapping out fashion trajectories lost to the pre-digital age' - SHOWStudioTable of ContentsIntroduction • The Collections: Louis Vuitton by Marc Jacobs, 1998–2014 • Louis Vuitton by Nicolas Ghesquière, 2014–2018
£999.99
Bonnier Books Ltd The Hike Life: My 50 Favourite Hikes in Ireland -
Book SynopsisFall in love with Ireland's dramatic mountains and rugged coastline in 50 unforgettable hikes.* WINNER of Bookstation Lifestyle Book of the Year at the An Post Irish Book Awards 2023 *Roz Purcell has been hiking the length and breadth of Ireland for years with her enthusiastic community The Hike Life, exploring the best of what the island has to offer. This book brings to life the beauty and majesty ofhiking in Ireland along with practical advice, easy-to-follow route descriptions and a wealth of tips. In it you'll find:- the ultimate fifty hikes to do on the island of Ireland, from rugged mountains to forest trails and cliff walks;- the complete guide to everything you need for a safe and enjoyable hike;- dozens of recommendations for pitstops and photo opportunities along the way to turn your hike into a full-day adventure;- and breathtaking photography to inspire you to get out there and start hiking.
£17.00
Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet Thailand Planning Map
Book SynopsisDurable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet''s Thailand Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists and practical travel tips. Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and easy to use Before-you-go info Beautiful imagery Tailored itineraries Can''t-miss regional highlights Detailed town index Transport planner Themed lists Covers Bangkok, Phetchaburi, Hua Hin, Ko Samui, Ko Pha-Ngan, Ao Khanom, Railay, Krabi, Surin Islands, Similan Islands, Phuket, Ko Lipe, Ko Kut, Chanthaburi, Ko Chang, Ayuthaya, Kanchanaburi, Nong Khai, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, Chi
£5.99
Hodder & Stoughton BrittMarie Was Here
Book SynopsisFROM THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF A MAN CALLED OVE, NOW A MAJOR FILM STARRING TOM HANKSThe number one bestseller: a funny, poignant and uplifting tale of love, community, and second chancesFor as long as anyone can remember, Britt-Marie has been an acquired taste. It''s not that she''s judgemental, or fussy, or difficult - she just expects things to be done in a certain way. A cutlery drawer should be arranged in the right order, for example (forks, knives, then spoons). We''re not animals, are we? But behind the passive-aggressive, socially awkward, absurdly pedantic busybody is a woman who has more imagination, bigger dreams and a warmer heart than anyone around her realizes.So when Britt-Marie finds herself unemployed, separated from her husband of 20 years, left to fend for herself in the miserable provincial backwater that is Borg - of which the kindest thing one can say is that it has a road going through it - andTrade ReviewThis is an author who understands people and watches society closely.... An author who specialises in the unforgettable, outdoes himself and in the process overshoots our rating system.... In the end 5*s are all I can offer but I feel that this is a novel that deserves many, many more. * Bookbag *Impressive [and] heart-warming... there are unexpected delights to being stuck with Britt-Marie. * Literary Review *A brilliant mix of belly-laughs, profound insight and captivating events delivered... with Backman's pitch-perfect dialogue and an unparalleled understanding of human nature. * Shelf Awareness *The bestselling author of A MAN CALLED OVE returns with this heartwarming story about a woman rediscovering herself after personal crisis. Backman reveals Britt-Marie's need for order....with clear, tight descriptions. Insightful and touching, this is a sweet and inspiring story about truth and transformation. Fans of Backman's will find another winner in these pages. * Publishers Weekly *
£9.49
Darton, Longman & Todd Ltd Domestic Monastery
Book SynopsisIn this beautiful little book Ronald Rolheiser turns on its head the idea that religious life is the preserve of monks and nuns. Our cloisters are the walls of our home and our work, the streets we walk, and the people with whom we share our lives. The domestic is the monastic.
£6.99
Simon And Schuster Group USA From Hamas to America
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£19.94
Pan Macmillan Our Story
Book SynopsisLondon's most notorious gangsters, in their own words . . .The Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller.The Kray twins were Britain's most notorious gangsters. Ruling London's underworld for more than a decade, as gang lords they were among the most powerful and feared men in the city. Photographed by David Bailey and even interviewed for television, they became celebrities in their own right and are infamous to this day.Ronnie and Reg's reign of terror ended on 8 March 1969 when they were sentenced to life with the recommendation that they serve at least thirty years. Ronnie ended his days in Broadmoor – his raging insanity only controlled by massive doses of drugs. Reg served almost three decades in some of Britain's toughest jails before being released on compassionate grounds in August 2000. He died of cancer eight months later.Compiled from a series of interviews with Fred Dinenage from behind prison walls, Our Story is the classic account that explodes the myths surrounding the Kray twins. In it, the twins set the record straight. In their own words they tell the full story of their brutal career of crime and their years behind bars.With an introduction from Fred Dinenage, this compelling, disturbing and highly readable book is the definitive story of two legendary criminals.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Sea Room
Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered what it would be like to be given your own remote islands? Thirty years ago it happened to Adam Nicolson.Aged 21, Nicolson inherited the Shiants, three lonely Hebridean islands set in a dangerous sea off the Isle of Lewis. With only a stone bothy for accommodation and half a million puffins for company, he found himself in charge of one of the most beautiful places on earth.The story of the Shiants is a story of birds and boats, hermits and fishermen, witchcraft and catastrophe, and Nicolson expertly weaves these elements into his own tale of seclusion on the Shiants to create a stirring celebration of island life.Trade Review'Exceptionally well done, beautifully written, personal yet panoramic.' Observer 'An extraordinarily outward-looking book…a truly passionate attention to detail…. A love-letter no one else could hope to write so well.' Sunday Telegraph 'A passionate evocation, a compression of observation and anecdote which catches you up in its intelligence as well as its enthusiasm, and fill you with homesickness for a place you've never been to.' Daily Telegraph 'Generous, exuberant and a vividly written narrative…. history, travel-writing and memoir of the best sort.' Spectator 'Sharply observed, a finely written work, one to be savoured, turned over and over like a good whisky.' Sunday Times
£10.44
Hodder & Stoughton TheArt of Happiness A Handbook for Living by
Book SynopsisIn this unique and important book, one of the world''s great spiritual leaders offers his practical wisdom and advice on how we can overcome everyday human problems and achieve lasting happiness.The Art of Happiness is a highly accessible guide for a western audience, combining the Dalai Lama''s eastern spiritual tradition with Dr Howard C. Cutler''s western perspective. Covering all key areas of human experience, they apply the principles of Tibetan Buddhism to everyday problems and reveal how one can find balance and complete spiritual and mental freedom.For the many who wish to understand more about the Dalai Lama''s approach to living, there has never been a book which brings his beliefs so vividly into the real world.
£11.69
Pan Macmillan Rassie
Book Synopsis''He is rugby''s Pep Guardiola'' The TelegraphRassie Erasmus has been called a genius. He's been called reckless. All his life, he's done things differently. Now, with his trademark candour, Rassie talks openly about his adventures and misadventures at the pinnacle of world rugby, both as player and coach.From his role in Nick Mallett''s record-breaking Springbok team of the late 1990s, to the devastating injuries that cut short his playing career, to his revolutionary coaching career, Rassie is an essential window into one of the most successful figures of modern rugby.When his teammates relaxed, Rassie preferred to watch hours of video and devise winning strategies. His coaching methods were initially laughed off before being eagerly adopted when their success proved undeniable. He fought the rugby establishment at the Stormers, and later earned the grudging respect of Irish fans at Munster.Most crucially, Rassie talks about his greatest contribution to South African rugby: appointing its first black captain, Siya Kolisi, without much fanfare or controversy. As his bold plans for effective racial transformation of the national team achieved immediate success, they culminated in glory at the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Here, that monumental period is recounted in vivid, insightful detail.Entertaining and eye-opening, Rassie is full of behind-the-scenes revelations, telling the story of a towering figure in world rugby.
£11.69
Dorling Kindersley Ltd 15 Minute German
Book SynopsisTeach yourself German in just 12 weeks with this fun, user-friendly, and uniquely visual language course. DK''s 15 Minute German is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn German fast. Twelve themed chapters are broken down into five daily 15-minute lessons with an easy-to-follow structure and spanning a range of practical themes, including leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping.Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour illustrations, annotated images, and simple pronunciation guides for every word, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new German vocabulary. There is no writing or homework - you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.The course includes a fully redesigned free audio app that enables y
£9.49
Cornerstone The Great Mental Models General Thinking Concepts
Book SynopsisShane Parrish is the creator of Farnam Street, the world's most read blog on the art and science of decision-making. His first book, Clear Thinking, was an instant New York Times bestseller and was described by James Clear as a masterwork'.
£17.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Reeds Splicing Handbook
Book SynopsisFor any sea-farer, splicing rope is an essential skill. But the traditional 3-strand rope is fast disappearing. So how do you splice braided ropE? This is the definitive pocket-sized guide to all rope splicing techniques. Most of the techniques are quite easy to master - and also fun to do. See why splices are better - and stronger - than knots or shackles for joining or shortening rope, and follow the step-by-step photography and clear instructions to find out exactly how to splice efficiently.
£11.39
Orion Publishing Co Daido Moriyama: How I Take Photographs
Book SynopsisTake an inspiring walk with legendary photographer Daido Moriyama while he explains his groundbreaking approach to street photography. For over half a century, Moriyama has provided a distinct vision of Japan and its people. Here he offers a unique opportunity for fans to learn about his methods, the cameras he uses, and the journeys he takes with a camera.Trade Review"…a straightforward learn and Moriyama’s method has the advantage of being unpretentious and accessible, making the compact an incredible reward (or self-gift) for somebody constructing their confidence." * fooshya *
£14.24
Misty Ricardo's Curry Kitchen Curry Compendium: Misty Ricardo's Curry Kitchen
Book SynopsisCurry Compendium is based on the two top-selling paperback prequels Indian Restaurant Curry at Home Volumes 1 and 2 which have collectively sold over 50,000 copies in three years. Both books won Gourmand World Cookbook awards for the best UK self-published cookbooks. Richard Sayce has combined all the content from both these books into a quality hardback format, added a splattering of new recipes, and updated many of the photographs and illustrations.Inside the new book you'll find an abundance of mouth-watering, delightfully easy to follow Indian restaurant recipes. These are all backed up with detailed and comprehensive informational chapters: everything you need to learn the art of curry cooking. Curry Compendium contains all you need to create your own restaurant quality food at home in your kitchen. Start saving a fortune on takeaways! - 99 recipes, fully detailed and explained, covering starters, mains, sides, rice, accompaniments, and traditional Indian & streetfood. - Video Tuition throughout. A QR code is included for most recipes which can be scanned with a smartphone to instantly open up the associated YouTube video - A quick and easy base gravy recipe to cook in 30 minutes - Scaling Up - a detailed but easy to follow chapter about cooking multiple curry portions at once - Inside an Indian Restaurant kitchen - a chapter showing the workings of a busy kitchen. - Additional recipe photos crediting social media followers. - Based on the top-selling, Gourmand award-winning* paperbacks Indian Restaurant Curry at Home Volumes 1 & 2 (ISBN 978-1-9996608-0-2 & 978-1-9996608-2-6)Table of ContentsFOREWORD 6 INTRODUCTION 8 USEFUL INFORMATION 10 Recipe Conventions 11 Portion Sizes 11 Where to Start 13 Changing Main Ingredient 14 Pre-Cooked vs Raw Chicken 14 Curry Thickness 14 Harsh Tasting Curry 16 Storing Ingredients 18 Avoid Making a Mess 20 Reheating Curry 20 Storing and Reheating Rice 21 THE FUNDAMENTAL BITS AND BOBS 22 Bought Ingredients 23 Basic Equipment 35 Where to Buy? 38 THE ESSENTIAL COOKING METHOD 40 Building Blocks of BIR Curry 41 Importance of Pre-Prepared Ingredients 43 Differences Between Cooking Curry at Home vs Restaurant 43 Typical Stages of Curry Cooking 45 PRE-PREPARED INGREDIENTS 52 Mix Powder 53 Bassar Mix Powder 54 Base Gravy 56 Base Gravy (Mark II) 60 Ginger/Garlic Paste 62 Tomato Paste 63 Garam Masala 64 Seasoned/Spiced Oil 65 Onion Paste/Bunjarra 66 Pre-Cooked Chicken 68 Pre-Cooked Lamb 70 Pre-Cooked Keema 72 Chicken Tikka 74 STARTERS 76 Onion Bhaji 77 Seekh Kebabs 80 Prawn Puri 82 Tandoori Chicken 84 Chicken Chaat 87 Achari Chicken Tikka 89 Malai Chicken Tikka 92 Sweet & Spicy Lamb Chops 94 Vegetable Samosa 96 Chicken Pakoras 99 CLASSIC CURRIES 102 Rogan Josh 103 Madras 106 Tikka Masala 108 Bhuna 110 Jalfrezi 112 Dopiaza 114 Garlic Chilli Chicken 116 Dhansak 118 Vindaloo 120 Pathia 122 Ceylon 124 Korma 126 Pasanda 128 SPECIAL DISHES 130 Balti 131 Coriander & Lemon Achari Mirch 134 Achari Lamb 136 Methi Chicken 140 King Prawn Zafrani 142 Karahi 145 Butter Chicken 148 Kashmir 150 Pudina 153 Chicken Rezala 157 Punjabi Chicken Staff Curry 159 Masala Fish Fry 162 Kalimirch 164 Shorshe Masala 166 Lamb Chana Saagwala 170 Moghul 173 Adrak 176 Shimla Mirch 178 Mango Chicken 180 South Indian Tamarind 182 Shahee Chicken Tikka 184 EXTRA-HOT CURRIES 188 LavaStorm 189 Phaal 192 Mr Naga 194 Naga Bhuna Masala 196 VEGETARIAN CURRIES 198 Spinach & Mushroom Balti 199 Simple Veg Curry 202 Chana Masala 204 Punjabi Veg 'Staff' Curry 207 Saag Paneer 210 Kadai Paneer 213 Egg Bhuna 216 SIDE DISHES 219 Dhal 220 Keema Peas 222 Mushroom Bhaji 224 Bombay Aloo 226 Saag Aloo 228 Aloo Gobi 230 Brinjal Bhaji 232 Bhindi Fry 234 RICE & BREADS 236 Pilau Rice 237 Special Fried Rice 240 Cumin & Onion Pilau 242 Lemon Rice 244 Biryani 246 Naan 248 Chapati 251 SUNDRIES 252 Onion Salad 253 Mint Sauce (Raita) 254 Spicy Red Dip 255 Green Chutney 256 Chilli & Tomato Chutney 258 STREET FOOD & OTHER SPECIALITIES 260 Chicken 65 261 Chicken, Lemon & Coriander Achari Soup 264 Aloo Keema Matar 266 Bunny Chow 268 Masala Toast 271 Chilli Cheese Toast 277 Bassar Fried Chicken 278 Cheesy Peas 280 Mango Lassi 282 UPSCALING CURRY 284 A Common Query 285 A Note about Portion Sizes 285 The Heat Dilemma 285 The Ratio Dilemma 286 The Compromise 287 Upscaling Cooking Method 287 Cooking Vessels 289 Scaling Up Template 290 Scaling Up Charts 291-292 Example: Chicken Madras 293 Imaginary Upscaling Scenarios 296 INSIDE AN INDIAN RESTAURANT KITCHEN 302 Appendix A: Shopping List 312 Appendix B: Online Suppliers 313 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 315
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Pan Macmillan Failed State
Book SynopsisSam Freedman is a senior fellow at the Institute for Government and a senior adviser to Ark Schools. He writes about policy and politics for numerous outlets including the Financial Times, Sunday Times, Guardian and New Statesman. With his father, he runs Comment is Freed', Britain's most popular politics Substack. He has a following of over 140,000 on X.He has spent his career working in different policy-focused roles around Westminster, including as an adviser to the leader of the opposition and three years at the Department for Education as a senior policy adviser. Failed State is his first book.
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Insight Editions Sonic the Hedgehog: The Official Cookbook
Book SynopsisGotta go fast! Cook an array of delightful dishes inspired by the colorful world of Sonic with Sonic the Hedgehog: The Official Cookbook, a fun and delicious compendium of recipes inspired by the blue blur.Sonic has places to be, and you do too! For on-the-go heroes and Sonic fans alike, Sonic the Hedgehog: The Official Cookbook is full of the protein-packed, energy-giving, fun, and delicious recipes you need. Enjoy culinary sensations inspired by Sonic, Tails, Shadow, Knuckles, Amy, Dr. Eggman, and other familiar friends and foes from the best-selling video game franchise! From quick snacks to delicious dinners, each recipe inspired by the world of Sonic features straightforward step-by-step instructions, gorgeous full-color photos, and maybe even a few interesting challenges . . . This pallet-pleasing guide to cooking quickly is the ultimate gift for the busiest cooks and fans ready to level up their culinary skills. 50+ RECIPES: From speedy bites to power-packed feasts to satisfy even the speediest heroes, Sonic the Hedgehog: The Official Cookbook includes recipes for every occasion! BRING BELOVED CHARACTERS TO LIFE: Engage with the Sonic universe in a fun new way by making recipes inspired by fan-favorite characters such as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, Amy, and Dr. Eggman! DISHES FOR EVERY SKILL LEVEL: With step-by-step instructions and eye-catching photographs, chefs of all ages can learn to make meals that could even power up Sonic the Hedgehog himself!
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HarperCollins Publishers Edinburgh Pocket Map
Book SynopsisExplore new places with handy pocket maps from Collins.Handy little full-colour map of central Edinburgh with a high level of detail. Clear mapping from Leith in the north to The Meadows in the south, and Edinburgh Zoo in the west to Holyrood Park in the east.Clear, detailed, full colour mapping is presented in a handy format ideal for the pocket or handbag. It is excellent value and covers the most visited area of central Edinburgh. It is an essential buy for tourists and residents alike.This map includes: Detailed central area map Around Edinburgh map extending to airport, Pentland Hills and Forth Road Bridge Tourist locations Tram, train and bus stations Listing of major places to visit, with additional details for Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace Detailed street index Now with NEW electric charge point data from Zapmap!Map at a scale of 1:11,000 (6 inches to 1 mile).
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Year of Sitting Dangerously
Book SynopsisFrom the acclaimed author of Rewild Yourself comes a brilliant book that reveals the natural joys to be discovered on your doorstep. In the autumn of 2020, Simon Barnes should have been leading a safari in Zambia, but Covid restrictions meant his plans had to be put on hold. Instead, he embarked on the only voyage of discovery that was still open to him. He walked to a folding chair at the bottom of his garden, and sat down. His itinerary: to sit in that very same spot every day for a year and to see - and hear - what happened all around him. It would be a stationary garden safari; his year of sitting dangerously had begun. For the next twelve months, he would watch as the world around him changed day by day. Gradually, he began to see his surroundings in a new way; by restricting himself, he opened up new horizons, growing even closer to a world he thought he already knew so well.The Year of Sitting Dangerously is a wond
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Penguin Books Ltd When Things Dont Go Your Way
Book SynopsisFROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE THINGS YOU CAN SEE ONLY WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD'Reading this is like receiving a warm hug' Vex King, author of Good Vibes, Good Life'A warm and reassuring path through the most challenging moments of our lives' Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk To Someone***Modern life doesn't always go our way. Loss, rejection, uncertainty and loneliness are unavoidable parts of the human experience -- but there is solace to be found. In When Things Don't Go Your Way, Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim provides simple but powerful wisdom for navigating life's challenges. Through his trademark combination of beautiful illustrations, insightful stories, and contemplative aphorisms, Sunim helps us reframe our mindsets and develop emotional agility. When Things Don't Go Your Way is a soothing balm that helps us all find courage and comfort when we need it most. Haemin Sunim, Top 5 bestselling non-Christian religious author of all-time (UK), Nielsen, January 2025
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Penguin Books Ltd Jane Austen
Book SynopsisA title that involves us so deeply that Austen's final illness and death come almost as a personal tragedy to the reader. It presents Austen as remarkably clever; sensitive, but sentimental; tough, yet observant; guarded; and a woman with the devil of a genius in her.Trade ReviewAs near perfect a Life of Austen as we are likely to get: intelligent, feeling, suggestive -- Carmen Callil * Daily Telegraph *A book that radiates intelligence, wit and insight -- Michiko Kakutani * New York Times *A perfect biography: detailed, witty, warm -- Dirk Bogarde * Sunday Telegraph *Claire Tomalin is the finest and most disinterested of biographers, because in her pages she has given Jane Austen her liberty -- Hilary Mantel * New York Review of Books *
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Kaddo Know Your Knots
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Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet Pocket Sydney
Book SynopsisLonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Sydney - and discover twice the city in half the time!Discover Sydney''s most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From taking a swim at beautiful Balmoral Beach, to enjoying a bike ride around the central loop of Centennial Park, and catching a performance at the Sydney Opera House.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Pocket Sydney travel guide: Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days Find what you''re looking for fast with this
£9.49
Penguin Books Ltd Cooking Fast and Slow
Book SynopsisOver 100 delicious plant-packed recipes that make simple food feel posh, and posh food feel simple. Former personal chef Natalia Rudin, aka NatsNourishments, is adored for her quick, nourishing recipes whipped up after a long day at work. This is her debut cookbook full of knock-out recipes that are low on effort but BIG on flavour. No matter how much time you have, there is a recipe for every occasion: hearty weeknight meals that take less than 15 minutes, 30 minutes or an hour; slower recipes to savour at the weekend; meal-prep ideas to elevate your packed lunches; and moreish treats to satisfy every sweet tooth. Your soon-to-be favourites include:Smashed Miso Butterbeans and Crispy Soy MushroomsBasil, Courgette and Pistachio MafaldineBlistered Tomatoes and Chickpeas on Creamy PolentaRomesco Roasted Veg Quinoa BowlWhipped Feta', Courgettes and MintFluffy Buckwheat Pancakes with Date CaramelChai Spiced Chocolate and Pecan BlondiesCooking Fast and Slow is a show-stopping cookbook f
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Profile Books Ltd Don't Sleep, There are Snakes: Life and Language
Book SynopsisAlthough Daniel Everett was a missionary, far from converting the Pirahãs, they converted him. He shows the slow, meticulous steps by which he gradually mastered their language and his gradual realisation that its unusual nature closely reflected its speakers' startlingly original perceptions of the world. Everett describes how he began to realise that his discoveries about the Pirahã language opened up a new way of understanding how language works in our minds and in our lives, and that this way was utterly at odds with Noam Chomsky's universally accepted linguistic theories. The perils of passionate academic opposition were then swiftly conjoined to those of the Amazon in a debate whose outcome has yet to be won. Everett's views are most recently discussed in Tom Wolfe's bestselling The Kingdom of Speech. Adventure, personal enlightenment and the makings of a scientific revolution proceed together in this vivid, funny and moving book.Trade ReviewDestined to become a classic -- David Papineau * The Independent *Everett writes simply and persuasively about language ... a fascinating thesis ... his courage and conviction should give linguists pause for thought -- Andrew Anthony * Guardian *A remarkable book. It is written with an immediacy even a Pirahã might envy, and its conjunction of physical and intellectual adventure is irresistible -- John Carey * Sunday Times *This is an astonishing book: a work of exploration, into the most distant place and language, but also a revelation of the way language is shaped by thought and circumstance. -- Ben Macintyre * The Times *Fascinating * The Times *"Going native" has seldom led to a book as challenging and appealing as this memoir -- Boyd Tonkin * Independent *Thorough, thought-provoking ... vivid details are combined with broader questions -- Anita Sethi * Independent on Sunday *Quite extraordinary * Sunday Tribune *
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Elliott & Thompson Limited Spring: An Anthology for the Changing Seasons
Book SynopsisIt is a time of awakening. In our fields, hedgerows and woodlands, our beaches, cities and parks, an almost imperceptible shift soon becomes a riot of sound and colour: winter ends, and life surges forth once more. Whether in town or country, we all share in this natural rhythm, in the joy and anticipation of the changing year.In prose and poetry both old and new, Spring mirrors the unfolding of the season, inviting us to see what’s around us with new eyes. Featuring original writing by Rob Cowen, Miriam Darlington and Stephen Moss, classic extracts from the work of George Orwell, Clare Leighton and H. E. Bates, and fresh new voices from across the UK, this is an original and inspiring collection of nature writing that brings the British springtime to life in all its vivid glory.Trade Review"A book to live with and to love... features a wonderfully various array of poetry and prose, from Chaucer to the present day, that allows us to see the arrival and the passing of our most fecund season (and those who have written about it) in fresh and stimulating ways." -- Matthew Adams, Independent; '[A] tremendous, soul-lifting collection ... a profound evocation of what rejuvenation means to the winter-stunned psyche'-Lucy Jones, BBC Wildlife Magazine; "The cover of this book is absolutely striking... I couldn't wait to look inside. It is so full of life... Full of perfectly mixed passages of the wonders of nature, this is a book I will turn to each year as the vivacious season of spring approaches." -- The Book Magnet; "A very lovely object ... I was captivated by the writing. These were the words of people who wanted to share their experiences of the world around them; some of them wrote to inform, some of them wrote to celebrate, and of course the very best of them did both ... There is nothing in it that doesn't deserve its place, and I can think of nothing that should be there but isn't. It would make a lovely Easter gift. It's a book that I know I will enjoy revisiting." -- Beyondedenrock.com; "Everything about this book, from Lynn Hatzius' gorgeous cover, to the rich cream of the pages, to the meticulously selected content is an invitation ... to taste the Spring in the air, to hear the grasses grow, to lose yourself in a vast sky or to watch the farmers at work. The book, like a sparkling Spring stream swollen with meltwater, is just begging for you to dip in." - Richard Littledale, blogger; "An anthology edited by Melissa Harrison was never going to stick to [the] beaten track ... important is her imaginative commissioning of new works and choice of previously published pieces. There are several refreshing novelties in this book ... Serves to remind us that the future of nature writing - if we must use the label - is under no threat." - Laurence Rose, thelongspring.comTable of ContentsCONTENTS; Introduction by Melissa Harrison ix; Annie Worsley 1; George Orwell 5; Reverend Gilbert White 10; Edward Thomas 12; Shamshad Khan 17; D. H. Lawrence 18; Thomas Furly Forster 23; Jo Sinclair 24; Adelle Stripe 28; Alexi Francis 30; Edward Step 32; Alan Creedon 35; Reverend Francis Kilvert 37; Alice Hunter 39; Anon. 42; Dylan Thomas 44; Rob Cowen 47; Thomas Hardy 52; Caroline Greville 53; Kenneth Grahame 57; Thomas Furly Forster 60; Kate Long 61; Richard Jefferies 64; Sir John Lister-Kaye 68; James Common 71; Felicia Hemans 73; David North 75; Thomas Furly Forster 79; Miriam Darlington 80; Clare Leighton 85; Jo Cartmell 89; H. E. Bates 92; Vijay Medtia 96; Jane Austen 99; Ryan Clark 100; A. E. Housman 103; Peter Cooper 104; Reverend Gilbert White 108; Will Cohu 110; Elliot Dowding 114; Robert Browning 117; Richard Jefferies 118; Stephen Moss 124; Thomas Furly Forster 127; Ginny Battson 129; Geoffrey Chaucer 132; Melissa Spiers 133; Dorothy Wordsworth 135; Reverend Francis Kilvert 137; Melissa Harrison 138; Peter Tate 140; Chris Foster 143; R. D. Blackmore 146; Sue Croxford 150; Edward Thomas 153; Alison Uttley 154; William Shakespeare 159; Katie Halsall 160; Charlotte Bronte 163; Nicola Chester 165; Gerard Manley Hopkins 169; Sir Edward Grey 170; Reverend Gilbert White 174; Mary Russell Mitford 177; Paul Ashton 180; Philip Larkin 184; Lucy McRobert 185; Author Biographies 188
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Hal Leonard Corporation Hanon
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Magnus Chase and the Ship of the Dead Book 3
Book SynopsisWinner of the Goodreads Choice Award 2017 for Best Middle Grade & Children''s!Loki the trickster god is free from his chains. Now he''s readying Naglfar, the Ship of the Dead, armed with a host of giants and zombies, to sail against the Norse gods and begin the final battle of Ragnarok.It''s up to Magnus Chase and his friends to stop Loki''s plans. Along the way, they will face angry sea gods, hostile giants, and an evil fire-breathing dragon. But Magnus''s biggest challenge will be facing his own inner demons . . .
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HarperCollins Publishers The Restless Republic Shortlisted for the Baillie
Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES HISTORY BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022WINNER OF THE POL ROGER DUFF COOPER PRIZE FOR NON-FICTIONSHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE Eleven years when Britain had no king.In 1649 Britain was engulfed by revolution.On a raw January afternoon, the Stuart king, Charles I, was executed for treason. Within weeks the English monarchy had been abolished and the useless and dangerous' House of Lords discarded. The people, it was announced, were now the sovereign force in the land. What this meant, and where it would lead, no one knew.The Restless Republic is the story of the extraordinary decade that followed. It takes as its guides the people who lived through those years. Among them is Anna Trapnel, the daughter of a Deptford shipwright whose visions transfixed the nation. John Bradshaw, the Cheshire lawyer who found himself trying the King. Marchamont Nedham, the irrepressible newspaper man and puppet master of propaganda. Gerrard Winstanley, who strove for a Utopia of common owTrade Review‘Her narrative brims with life, colour, humour and humanity … A dazzling achievement, and I loved every page’ Dominic Sandbrook, Sunday Times ‘In this ceaselessly fascinating account of one of the most epochal events in the country’s history, the deserved winner of the Pol Roger Duff Cooper prize, Anna Keay skilfully delves beneath the well-worn cliches about the Commonwealth and brings a time of quiet, uncertain and ultimately fruitless revolution to vivid life. It is hard to imagine a better examination of the Protectorat’ Alexander Larman, Observer ‘This is an exceptional book about an exceptional time … meticulously researched and deftly drawn character studies … A triumph’ John Adamson, author of The Noble Revolt ‘An exceptional feat of imaginative engagement. Never have the kingless years been made so vivid, and never has vividness contributed so much to the understanding of them. Keay has brought off an ingenious literary experiment… An entrancing achievement’ Blair Worden, TLS ‘Wonderful…. Tells the story of how the British and Irish people came to be who they are’ Clive Myrie ‘Deft, confident, deeply learned and provocative’ Rory Stewart ‘[A] vivid panorama … Keay conjures up with nuance and panache the single most fascinating decade in the history of Britain and Ireland, revealing it to be at once weirdly ancient and strangely modern’ Paul Lay, The Times ‘Keay offers us a world turned upside down; but also a world made real. That’s a remarkable achievement’ Adrian Tinniswood, Sunday Telegraph ***** ‘Readers both expert and casual will revel in seeing this period brought to noisy, brash, colourful [life] by the skilled pen of a natural storyteller’ Aspects of History
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Orion Publishing Co Joel Meyerowitz: How I Make Photographs
Book SynopsisThe 'Masters of Photography' series is a new approach to photography how-to. Each volume is dedicated to the work of one key photographer who, through a series of bite-sized lessons and ideas, tells you everything you always wanted to know about their approach to taking photographs. From their influences, ideas and experiences, to tech tips and best shots.The series begins with Joel Meyerowitz, who will teach you, among other essentials: how to use a camera to reclaim the streets as your own, why you need to watch the world always with a sense of possibility, how to set your subjects at ease, and the importance of being playful and of finding a lens that suits your personality.Praise for Joel Meyerowitz's retrospective, Where I Find Myself:"So let me say it plainly: Joel Meyerowitz's Where I Find Myself is a compelling, wonderful, deeply pleasing collection of an essential photographer's work. [it] is a necessary book. Necessary because of its size and scope. Necessary because of the way it holds the aesthetic of the artist in the air." LensCulture"More than just a career retrospective, Meyerowitz's book is a personal celebration of photography as an art form." Publishers Weekly"After over half a century of making pictures, Meyerowitz is noted as one of the most influential photographers living today. A new book titled Joel Meyerowitz's Where I Find Myself brings together his tremendous archive to create a portrait of not only America during the 20th and early 21st centuries, but also a prolific artist with a lifetime of groundbreaking work." BuzzFeed"Joel Meyerowitz's Where I Find Myself is a pièce de résistance, a masterful feat of publishing that sets the bar as high as it can possibly reach. The photographer's magnum opus opens in the present day, with his most recent body of work and unfolds in reverse chronological order, leading us through a spellbinding life in photography that is simply unparalleled." Feature Shoot"After 40 years Meyerowitz continues to entice and enthrall with a consistency of vision that reshapes subject matter in his own light. If you are a fan of Meyerowitz's work and especially of Cape Light, this lifetime retrospective will be a treasured addition." New York Journal of Books
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Penguin Books Ltd The Story of CO2 is the Story of Everything
Book SynopsisAll life is made from CO2 . It was there at earth's birth, and throughout evolution. It has kept our planet habitable for hundreds of millions of years. It has given us all the splendours of the world we know today. And yet it also holds the potential for life's destruction. In this gripping adventure through eras and places, award-winning science journalist Peter Brannen tells the story of the world's most important molecule. We travel from the beginning of time all the way up to our present reality, witnessing the staggering journey that CO2 has undertaken. As we watch its movements through the rocks, the air, the oceans and living beings over four billion years, we come to see more clearly what it means for us to be churning through ancient life in the form of fossil fuels as we power our industrial world. We are, Brannen shows, performing an unprecedented experiment on our planet. If we are to avoid its catastrophic consequences, we must all begin to deepen our understanding
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Metro Publications Ltd London's Hidden Walks Volume 1: 1
Book SynopsisThe best-selling London's Hidden Walks Volume 1 is back, in a new and updated third edition! Following any of the 12 walks featured in the book will allow the reader to walk in the footsteps of authors and statesmen, murderers and revolutionaries. It has proved a great success with all those who enjoy exploring London.
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