Non Fiction Books
Oneworld Publications Black Tudors: The Untold Story
Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Wolfson History Prize 2018 A Book of the Year for the Evening Standard and the Observer A black porter publicly whips a white Englishman in the hall of a Gloucestershire manor house. A Moroccan woman is baptised in a London church. Henry VIII dispatches a Mauritanian diver to salvage lost treasures from the Mary Rose. From long-forgotten records emerge the remarkable stories of Africans who lived free in Tudor England… They were present at some of the defining moments of the age. They were christened, married and buried by the Church. They were paid wages like any other Tudors. The untold stories of the Black Tudors, dazzlingly brought to life by Kaufmann, will transform how we see this most intriguing period of history.Trade Review‘That rare thing: a book about the 16th century that said something new.’ * Evening Standard, Books of the Year *‘This is history on the cutting edge of archival research, but accessibly written and alive with human details and warmth. Black Tudors is a critical book that allows us to better understand an era that fascinates us like no other.’ -- David Olusoga, author of Black and British: A Forgotten History‘Splendid…that rare thing – a work of history about the Tudors that actually says something fresh and new…a cracking contribution to the field.’ * Dan Jones, Sunday Times *‘This is history on the cutting edge of archival research, but accessibly written and alive with human details and warmth. Black Tudors is a critical book that allows us to better understand an era that fascinates us like no other.’ -- David Olusoga, author of Black and British: A Forgotten History‘Enlightening and constantly surprising… Far too many popular studies of the Tudors return the same faces. To its great credit, Black Tudors presents fresh figures and challenges the way we look at them.’ * Jessie Childs, Financial Times *‘Consistently fascinating, historically invaluable…the narrative is pacy, the research sympathetically thorough.. Anyone reading it will never look at Tudor England in the same light again'. * Daily Mail *‘[The] audience will find itself in the hands of a historian of excellent investigative skills, who shows attention to detail, uses evidence with appropriate caution, and has the sensibility of a scholar.’ * Times Literary Supplement *‘The industry and skill with which Miranda Kaufmann has hunted for these sources and teased out their meanings are exemplary… Kaufmann’s greatest skill is her ability to fill in the background on every topic that arises, from piracy to silk-weaving to brothels to Anglo-Moroccan diplomacy…In the hands of a lesser writer this would be mere padding with secondary material, but she investigates every subject in the same depth… a fascinating book, which brings a sadly neglected part of our history to life, and grinds no ideological axes in the process’. * Daily Telegraph *‘Both an eye-opener and a good read.’ * Sorted *‘Miranda Kaufmann writes engagingly as she reveals the untold stories of Africans who lived free, worked for wages, married and died in 16th and 17th century England.’ * CHOICE *‘Fascinating.’ * Sunday Telegraph *‘Meticulous research draws on sources from letters to legal papers…The detail [Kaufmann] unearths brings to life those absent from the pages of history.’ * Observer *‘A thought-provoking account of 10 remarkable people, and a valuable corrective to some unthinking assumptions about both Tudor society and the role of racial minorities in English history.’ * Times Higher Education *‘A powerful and perceptive reassessment of a time that has too long been sidelined by popular historical storytelling.’ * Press Association *‘Impressively detailed and persuasively argued.’ * Diplomat *‘Thought-provoking… [Kaufmann] takes readers on fascinating excursions through Moroccan history, the European exploration of South America, and the seedier side of London.’ * Christian Science Monitor *‘An absolute joy.’ * Leanda de Lisle, The Times *‘Black Tudors demonstrates the way understanding of history is constantly changing based on changing contemporary values and perspectives. For someone dedicated to an awareness of oppression throughout history, Black Tudors is an important but difficult read, inspiring a desire for more information.’ -- The Riveter Magazine‘In a work of brilliant sleuthing, engagingly written, Kaufmann reclaims long-forgotten lives and fundamentally challenges our preconceptions of Tudor and Jacobean attitudes to race and slavery.’ -- John Guy, bestselling author of Elizabeth: The Forgotten Years‘Miranda Kaufmann has written a superb antidote both to the cliches of Tudor history and to the assumption that Black migration to Britain began with the Windrush. Her vivid portrait of Black Tudor lives sweeps readers around the world in the company of Diego, manservant to Sir Francis Drake, and back to the life of single woman Cattelena in the Gloucestershire countryside. Grounded in precise and detailed historical research, Black Tudors promises to change perceptions of a period at the heart of Britain’s national identity.’ -- Catherine Fletcher, author of The Black Prince of Florence‘The book is based on impeccable research in a rich array of sources. But Dr Kaufmann wears her learning lightly and she tells a series of fascinating stories with an elegance and wit that should appeal to many readers.’ -- Clive Holmes, Emeritus Fellow and Lecturer in History, University of Oxford‘A brilliant example of how to use the most detailed kind of archival data to present a broadly accessible picture of the past, and one which has enormous relevance to the present controversies about immigration and diversity.’ -- Paul Kaplan, Professor of Art History, State University of New York, Purchase‘The very concept of black Tudors may sound unlikely, but in this highly readable yet intensively researched book, Kaufmann…makes clear that people of African descent were residing in England centuries before the postwar Windrush generation and were not necessarily enslaved. By examining in detail the lives of 10 previously obscure men and women, Kaufmann depicts the great diversity of their experiences in 16th- and early-17th-century England… Kaufmann also persuasively argues that the enslavement of Africans emerged as a response to the socioeconomic conditions of England’s Caribbean and North American colonies, rather than as an inevitable result of a supposedly inherent racism within early modern English culture. Kaufmann’s crucial contention, in conjunction with her lively prose and fascinating microhistories, should draw some well-deserved attention.’ * Publishers Weekly, starred review *‘An eminently readable book that offers contemporary readers valuable insights into racial relations of centuries past.’ * Kirkus *‘Tudor England’s legendary history is a rich locus in the popular imagination. Full of pageantry and larger-than-life personalities, the period is a favorite of the Anglophilic world. But what if that seemingly monolithic world was also black?… For a modern audience acculturated to thinking of Africans in the West as either enslaved or altogether absent, the picture that emerges challenges the centrality of whiteness and slavery in the Tudor period. Kaufmann takes pains to situate Great Britain on the national stage as a minor nation emerging from civil war and fighting to be acknowledged at the international level… Black Tudors concentrates on individuals who are enmeshed in the historical narrative and effectively places them right back where they’ve always belonged.’ * Foreword Reviews *‘Who knew that a diver from West Africa worked to salvage Henry VIII’s flagship the Mary Rose? Based on a wealth of original research, Miranda Kaufmann’s Black Tudors restores the black presence to sixteenth- and seventeenth-century England in all its lively detail. Africans lived and worked not as slaves but as independent agents, from mariners to silk weavers, women and men, prince and prostitute. Black Tudors challenges assumptions about ethnic identity and racism in Tudor England. It will be required reading for anyone interested in new directions in Tudor history.’ -- Dr John Cooper, Senior Lecturer in History, University of York, and author of The Queen’s Agent‘This meticulously researched book… it’s remarkable that she’s created a book that so vividly paints a broad picture of Tudor life, making it both entirely readable and utterly fascinating.’ -- Dorset Magazine
£9.89
Cicerone Press The Camino Portugues: From Lisbon and Porto to
Book SynopsisA guidebook to walking the Camino Portugues (Portuguese Way), 620km from Lisbon in Portugal to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The book gives stage-by-stage directions for the Central Camino, starting from Lisbon, Porto or Tui, the Coastal Camino between Porto and Redondela, and the Spiritual Variant route from Pontevedra to Padrón. It also describes link routes that can be used to swap from one route to another. Detailed route guidance and maps are accompanied by fascinating information about historic and religious sites passed along the way. It is packed with essential information for pilgrims, with advice on getting there, when to go, where to stay and equipment. An indispensable facilities table showing the availability of accommodation, refreshments, supermarkets, ATMs and pharmacies along the route, and a handy glossary, make this the complete guide to the Camino. Since 1211 Santiago de Compostela has been a place of holy pilgrimage and the Camino Portugués is the second most travelled pilgrim route. The largely rural journey takes in four UNESCO World Heritage Areas - the Knights Templar Castle at Tomar, Portugal's oldest University at Coimbra, and the old towns of Porto and Santiago - culminating at the cathedral at Santiago de Compostela.
£17.06
Quadrille Publishing Ltd Winter Celebrations: A Modern Guide to a Handmade
Book SynopsisWinter Celebrations is a celebration of the festive season through craft, featuring a beautiful collections of over 30 decorations and gifts that draw upon Arounna Khounnoraj's natural aesthetic. From christmas decorations, advent calendars to handmade tablescapes for family gatherings – get ready to hunker down and make yourself a handmade Christmas. In this ultimate maker's guide to the festive season, Arounna will cover a variety of different crafts from embroidery, block printing, sewing and pottery, through the projects learn how to make your own wrapping paper, paper garlands and more. Designed with sustainability in mind, the projects will teach you how to think innovatively and reusing whatever materials you might have to hand, including found and natural objects. There will also be an emphasis on techniques that don’t require a lot of tools or equipment as well as projects that can be achieved in a short amount of time. All the projects include stunning lifestyle photography and clear step-by-step instructions, making this a book accessible for all. Winter Celebrations will inspire readers to create decorations that they can reuse each year as they learn to embrace a more handmade approach to the festive season.
£16.20
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong: Esoteric
Book SynopsisChinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong is an advanced form of Qigong from one of China’s esoteric traditions. Never before written about in the West, this form offers great cumulative benefits from regular daily practice. Master Wu describes the practice in detail, including the meaning and significance of the Chinese names for each movement, with its shamanic roots, and provides the mantra, visualization, and mudra for each as well as explaining the therapeutic benefits and talismanic aspects. The book is fully illustrated, and there is a handy reference quick guide at the end showing the entire orbit.This unique book will be essential reading for advanced students and practitioners of Qigong and anyone interested in Daoism, or the ancient wisdom traditions of China.Trade ReviewZhongxian Wu's latest book, Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong, successfully continues his previous explorations of the highly secret shamanic tradition of self-cultivation as practiced on Mt. Emei in Sichuan. He provides a comprehensive and very accessible introduction to the main concepts and principles, then outlines twelve distinct exercises that tend to focus on the internal guiding and activation of qi, supported by hand and arm movements as well as mental visualizations and specific breathing patterns. The exercises can be done one by one or in an integrated sequence. They offer a potent introduction to Daoist meditation and open a unique access to our internal energies. A great book for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. -- Livia Kohn, Ph.D., Professor Emerita of Religion and East Asian Studies, Boston UniversityTable of ContentsDedication. Acknowledgments. Introduction - Chinese Shamanic Qigong. 1. The Shamanic Root of Qigong. 2. Choose a Beneficial Qigong Form. 3. Wu (Chinese Shamanic) Cosmic Orbit Qigong. The Practice. 1. Yang Sheng Yuan Hai - Generating Your Vitality. 2. Xin Di Kuan Rong - Connecting with the Earth. 3. Xiu Zhuan Qian Kun - Communicating with the Heavens. 4. Cheng Tong Dao Zhen - Resonating with the Dao. 5. San Cai He Yi - Merging with the Universe. 6. Xiong Huai Wu Bian - Embracing Infinity. 7. Gui Gen Fu Ming - Returning to Your Root. 8. Wan Shen Chao Li - Cultivating Your Gratitude. 9. Qi Chong Zi Xiao - Uplifting Your Spirits. 10. Jin Guang Hui Zhao - Lightening Your Body. 11. Yue Lang Kun Lun - Awakening Your Inner Wisdom. 12. Qing Jing Wu Wei - Enjoying the Action-less. Appendix: Quick Review Chart of the Wu (Chinese Shamanic) Cosmic Orbit Qigong.
£15.99
Didier Le DELF 100% reussite: Livre B2 + Onprint App
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£26.55
Penguin Books Ltd The Forgotten Girls
Book SynopsisTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA PROSPECT BOOK OF THE YEAR''I couldn''t put it down. . . an important book, raw and simple enough that you can''t help but feel it deeply'' James Rebanks, author of The Shepherd''s LifeTalented and ambitious, Monica Potts and her best friend, Darci, were both determined to make something of themselves. How did their lives turn out so different? Growing up gifted and working-class in the foothills of the Ozarks, Monica and Darci became fast friends. Bonding over a shared love of learning, they pored over the giant map in their classroom, tracing their fingers over the world that awaited them, vowing to escape their broken town. In the end, Monica left Clinton for university and fulfilled her dreams. Darci, along with many in their circle of friends, did not. Years later, working as a journalist covering poverty, Monica discovers what she already intuitively knew about the
£10.44
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Music The Definitive Visual History DK Definitive
Book SynopsisA complete and harmonious history of music, from prehistory to the present day!Have you ever wondered how blues influenced rock music? Or why jazz went Latin? Classical or rock, everyone has their favourite music style, but how did your top choice come about? If you find yourself asking these musical questions and more, then this may be the book for you! Music is a compelling and richly illustrated history of the most unifying art form in the world. Explore the roots of all genres from chants of the middle ages through the grandeur of the classical period to the modern rhythm of blues, jazz, hip-hop, and pop. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre. Spectacular galleries display families of instruments from around the world, while special features showcase the evolution of key instruments, such as the piano and the guitar, and profile iconic innovators such as Mozart, Billie Holiday, an
£25.50
Baker Publishing Group The Hem of His Garment
Book SynopsisHope for When the Pain Won''t QuitEveryone experiences pain at times. It can manifest physically, emotionally, relationally, or spiritually. It can follow tragic accidents, great loss, sudden betrayal, or unexpected and unwanted change. Often it is temporary. But what do you do when it isn''t? When the pain just won''t go away, when healing does not come, when the grief and hurt settle in?Drawing on her own experience of chronic pain and her years as a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Michelle Bengtson provides a countercultural perspective on pain. Offering hope without any false promises or empty platitudes, Dr. Bengtson unwraps the complex emotional aspects of dealing with pain. She gives you permission to question God, helps you identify the lies you''ve believed about your pain, and reorients your perception based on the truth of God''s Word. Each chapter ends with a recommended playlist, reflection questions, and a prayer.Your p
£13.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Your Gardening Year 2023 A Monthly Shortcut to
Book SynopsisAn easy-to-use, beautifully illustrated book to help you know the key things to do in your garden through 2023.How soon can I sow my sweet peas? When should I prune my clematis? What can I do to add plenty of winter colour to my borders? Is there anything to do in January? Find the answers to all these questions and more with Your Gardening Year 2023 - a book that every gardener should have as they embark on a new year of planting, sowing, pruning, and growing. This easy-to-use gardening guide is packed with essential tasks and top tips for every month of the year, with sections on general garden care, growing fruit and vegetables, and getting the best out of containers. Discover which plants will look their best each month and mark the progression of the seasons with a dedicated note section so you can record your garden successes and make plans for next year. With beautiful illustrations to accompany each month, Your Gardening Year 2023 is a must-haveTrade ReviewNeatly laid out with additional pages for making notes, this diary is both inspiring and practical. * The English Garden *
£13.50
Rizzoli International Publications Revelation
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£36.00
Scholastic We Sang Across the Sea The Empire Windrush and Me
Book SynopsisA powerfully moving and beautiful picture book about the voyage ofHMT Empire Windrush from national treasure, Benjamin Zephaniah.
£8.88
Oneworld Publications What an Owl Knows
Book SynopsisTake flight with the secret life of owls.
£10.44
The History Press Ltd The Sunken Gold
Book SynopsisThe first book to recount the remarkable story of the hunt for HMS Laurentic’s gold
£17.00
Cengage Learning, Inc Pathways Listening Speaking and Critical Thinking
Book SynopsisPathways, Second Edition, is a global, five-level academic English program. Carefully-guided lessons develop the language skills, critical thinking, and learning strategies required for academic success. Using authentic and relevant content from National Geographic, including video, charts, and other infographics, Pathways prepares students to work effectively and confidently in an academic environment.
£25.65
Little, Brown Book Group Loosely Based On A MadeUp Story
Book SynopsisThis book is inspired by true events but is not a biography.The truth is My Truth is not The Truth, and that''s as honest as I can be. It''s partially true, rather than painfully true, and I have possibly been economical with the truth, Your Honour.Basically, I made this sh*t up . . .While James Blunt''s crimes against music are well-documented, he also has some stories that are not. In Loosely Based On A Made-Up Story, James reveals his most riotous anecdotes to date for your amusement - and his parents'' horror - in this highly anticipated non-memoir.From his questionable Norfolk roots, eccentric family, boarding school antics, misjudged military service, rise to music stardom and tour escapades, James delves into his (surprisingly) fascinating life to date. What do you do when your mother writes irate emails to the future prime minister defending your honour? What does it take to run a male escort agency? And why exactly should
£10.44
Jake Island Ltd The Yorkshire Sticker Book
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£10.05
Random House Art Monsters
Book Synopsis''Destined to become a new classic'' Chris KrausA dazzlingly original reassessment of women''s stories, bodies and art - and how we think about them.For decades, feminist artists have confronted the problem of how to tell the truth about their experiences as bodies. Queer bodies, sick bodies, racialised bodies, female bodies, what is their language, what are the materials we need to transcribe it?Exploring the ways in which feminist artists have taken up this challenge, Art Monsters is a landmark intervention in how we think about art and the body. Weaving daring links between disparate artists and writers from Julia Margaret Cameron's photography to Kara Walker's silhouettes, Vanessa Bell's portraits to Eva Hesse's rope sculptures Lauren Elkin shows that their work offers a potent celebration of beauty and excess, sentiment and touch, the personal and the political.The Susan Sontag of her generation' Deborah Levy
£11.69
Vintage Publishing The Darkness Manifesto: How light pollution
Book Synopsis**A FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022**'Powerful... a clarion call for change', New Statesman'Poetic and philosophical at times, intimate and expansive at others', Daily TelegraphHow much light is too much light? The Darkness Manifesto urges us to cherish natural darkness for the sake of the environment, our own wellbeing, and all life on earth.The world's flora and fauna have evolved to operate in the natural cycle of day and night. But constant illumination has made light pollution a major issue. From space, our planet glows brightly, 24/7. By extending our day, we have forced out the inhabitants of the night and disrupted the circadian rhythms necessary to sustain all living things. Our cities' streetlamps and neon signs are altering entire ecosystems.Johan Eklöf encourages us to appreciate natural darkness and its unique benefits. He also writes passionately about the domino effect of damage we inflict by keeping the lights on: insects failing to reproduce; birds blinded and bewildered; bats starving as they wait in vain for insects that only come out in the dark. And humans can find that our hormones, weight and mental well-being are all impacted.Eye-opening and ultimately encouraging, The Darkness Manifesto offers simple steps that can benefit ourselves and the planet.The light bulb - long the symbol of progress - needs to be turned off. To ensure a bright future, we must embrace the darknessTrade ReviewPoetic and philosophical at times, intimate and expansive at others * Daily Telegraph *Superb... takes us on an exciting journey through multiple and fascinating areas of nocturnal biology... A critically important must-read for all who have an interest in the health of our planet * Russell Foster, author of Life Time *A powerful contribution to our understanding of the harm we're causing, and a clarion call for change * New Statesman *Absolutely wonderful, full of graceful insight and gentle persuasion -- Chris Goodall, author of What We Need to Do NowI never knew the night could be this fascinating or that there was so much I wanted to know about it. Highly recommendable read * Nicklas Brendborg, author of Jellyfish Age Backwards *An urgent and erudite hymn to the night, composed by a scientist with the soul of a poet * Chloe Aridjis, author of Book of Clouds *A scintillating read by a conservationist of true literary flair * Rebecca Giggs, award-winning author of Fathoms *A sophisticated exploration of the unintended consequences of artificial light on human society and the health of our planet, The Darkness Manifesto blends science with lyrical prose to draw attention to the immense importance of the night-time to all living organisms * *Waterstones' Best Popular Science Books of 2022* *Accessible, fascinating, and stimulating [...] acts as a siren call for anyone who is concerned about the affect of humanity on our environment. The Darkness Manifesto opens eyes, hearts, and minds to beauty of darkness, and the importance of its continued existence * LoveReading.co.uk *Powerful ... Eklöf [shows] it is time for us to re-embrace darkness, both for nature's sake and our own * iNews *Eklöf underlines that only a fraction of outdoor artificial light benefits us... It is time for us all to re-embrace darkness, both for nature's sake and our own * Scotsman *A pleasure to read [and] a paean of praise for natural darkness in its own right * Financial Times *Best Books of 2022: Science* *Eklöf lays out the psychology, philosophy and politics behind the spread of illumination. Embracing the darkness isn't going to be easy ... Thankfully, Eklöf's last chapter is a manifesto of actionable points to befriend darkness [and] do our bit to try to save this spottily, but still too brightly, lit planet * New Scientist *Eklöf expresses his fears with cogent clarity in The Darkness Manifesto ... [and] takes his argument around the world [with] a style that is sometimes elegiac and often urgent ... the world needs to accelerate its embrace of darkness. To quote Eklöf's concluding phrase, carpe noctem * Financial Times *Johan Eklöf's book is a chilling account of the nemesis that is gathering pace and fury... building a compelling case against our colonial expansion into the trashing of the night * Literary Review *This book...show[s] how vital the darkness is to so many creatures and plants... its message is clear and stirring - the dark is necessary and we continue to dilute it at the Earth's peril * Geographical *An expansive and philosophical examination of our relationship with light and darkness... Eklöf weaves a gentle tapestry of reflective Nature writing combined with fierce, science-backed passion... powerful * Resurgence & Ecologist *At once rousing and poetic, this illuminating manifesto is full of precisely the kind of pocketable scientific titbits that will keep you reading well after your bedside light should have been switched off * Guardian *
£15.29
Batsford Ltd Bedside Companion for Gardeners: An anthology of
Book SynopsisAn eclectic collection of prose, poetry and practical advice for every day of the year. A mix of fact and fiction, fantasy and experience, the Bedside Companion for Gardeners is a treasure trove of green-fingered inspiration where practical advice blends seamlessly with poetry and prose from intrepid gardeners past and present. Dip in and out of this collection with an entry for every night of the year that draws on writing through the ages and from across the globe. The Bedside Companion for Gardeners incorporates practical advice from the 17th-century gardening diarist John Evelyn; inspiring prose from Elizabeth von Arnim and John Milton; astute commentary from Horace Walpole on William Kent and Nancy Mitford on the vulgarity of a Surrey garden. Kipling offers practical advice, while Tennyson waxes lyrical on an Arabian night garden. The perfect gift for any gardener, this magical book is an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance to revisit throughout the year. Trade Review‘A delightful read to escape into last thing at night’ – Paula McWaters -- Country Living‘The green-fingered will love this anthology’ -- Daily Express/Daily Mirror‘This thoughtful and inspiring selection offers a fresh perspective on our outdoor space’ * Sunday Express *
£21.25
Cambridge University Press Chemistry for the IB Diploma Coursebook with
Book SynopsisExam success awaits with new edition for the new IB Chemistry syllabus, for examination from 2025 This accessible print and digital coursebook has been developed in collaboration with IB teachers on the Cambridge Panel, our online research community. Our author team includes syllabus experts, examiners, teachers, and teacher trainers. The resource takes students on a successful learning journey with clear learning objectives, end-of-chapter checklists and reflection opportunities. Engaging activities develop their essential science skills, thinking skills and life skills. Students have plenty of opportunities to prepare for examination with numerous exam-style questions and exam tips, while formative assessment throughout supports them as they learn. Answers and a wealth of exam-style questions are available via Cambridge Go.
£48.40
Transworld Publishers Ltd Mud, Sweat and Tears
Book Synopsis'Well told, personable, fast-paced, and undoubtedly a fascinating read' Daily TelegraphGripping, moving and wildly exhilarating, Mud, Sweat and Tears is a must-read for adrenalin junkies and armchair adventurers alike.Bear Grylls is a man who has always sought the ultimate in adventure. Growing up on the Isle of Wight, he was taught by his father to sail and climb at an early age. As a teenager he found identity and purpose through both mountaineering and martial arts, which led the young adventurer to the foothills of the mighty Himalaya and a grandmaster's karate training camp in Japan.On returning home, he embarked upon the notoriously gruelling selection course for the British Special Forces to join 21 SAS - a journey that was to push him to the very limits of physical and mental endurance.Then, in a horrific free-fall parachuting accident, Bear broke his back in three places. It was touch and go whether he would ever walk again. However, only eighteen months later Bear became one of the youngest ever climbers to scale Everest, aged only twenty-three. But this was just the beginning of his many extraordinary adventures . . .Known and admired by millions, Bear Grylls has survived where few would dare to go.Readers are calling Mud, Sweat and Tears:'Extraordinary''Inspirational''Heart pounding''Awe-inspiring''A breath of fresh air''Thrilling''Courageous'Trade ReviewMen don't come much tougher than daredevil climber and adventurer, Bear Grylls * Sun *World-famous 'extreme adventurer' Bear Grylls had so far avoided telling his life story - until now. Well told, personable, fast-paced, and undoubtedly a fascinating read * Daily Telegraph *
£11.69
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Hermann Balck Hitlers Forgotten General
Book SynopsisThough less famous than Rommel or von Manstein, Hermann Balck was considered by peers and enemies to be among the most talented German commanders of the Second World War. He was a veteran of the First World War, in which he served as a junior officer on the Western, Eastern, Italian and Balkan fronts and was wounded seven times. In 1940 he led the successful crossing of the River Meuse with dramatic consequences. Balck led from the front in the new and very dynamic and aggressive command style of Auftragstaktik- continuously touring forward HQs to brief officers personally, regardless of personal risk. He refused two offers to join the General Staff preferring to remain in combat roles. Balck was a pivotal moving force behind the growth of the Panzer forces. In 1942 he commanded a depleted division against massive odds, virtually destroying Soviet 5th Tank Army. He was rewarded with the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords and Diamonds (one of only 27 recipients) He briefly commanded Grossdeutschland Panzergrenadier Division and suggested Hitler was wrong in how the Waffen-SS was constructed. Philip Kay-Bujak argues that, had Hitler ignored Balck's criticisms of the Waffen-SS and promoted him Field Marshal, Balck might have changed the course of the war on the Eastern Front. It was also Balck that nearly defeated the Americans at Salerno in 1943. Commanding Army Group G, in 1944 he came up against General Patton but could not halt his advance in Alsace. First sacked then reinstated by Hitler, he fought on until surrendering to US forces on 8 May 1944 to avoid capture by the Soviets. Post-war, as a convicted war criminal, Balck chose obscurity and refused to take part in US interviews but by the 1980's he changed his mind on both and advised NATO on how to win a land war against Russia - his tactics are still relevant today.
£21.25
Pocket Mountains Ltd Dorset: 40 Coast and Country
Book SynopsisFrom Old Harry Rocks, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, all along the shore of the Jurassic Coast to Lyme Regis, via the glowing summit of Golden Cap and the one-eyed winking lighthouse at Portland Bill, Dorset is a walkers' wonderland. The 40 routes in this book roam over hills and across heathland, go through forests and voluptuous valleys, trace ridgelines and precipitous cliffs, passing caves, castles, coves, country pubs and stunning viewpoints, to find vibrant villages and secret beaches. Here you'll come face to-face with history, walk with the words of Thomas Hardy ringing in your ears, witness wondrous wildlife and encounter all manner of cottage industries, from community cake- and marmalade-makers to microbreweries bubbling away in back streets.
£8.21
Pen & Sword Books Ltd North West Railways Gallery
£22.49
Nine Bean Rows Books Beans
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£13.50
RIBA Publishing Dulwich: Mid-Century Oasis
Book SynopsisDulwich’s mid-century modern architecture is increasingly recognised for its qualities of light, landscape and lifestyle. In the 1950s, 60s and 70s, around 2,000 new homes were created to the most modern standards without destroying the qualities which had made Dulwich so attractive to previous generations. With both historic and new photography, this book showcases the award-winning work of the Dulwich Estate’s architects, Austin Vernon & Partners, working with house builder Wates. Today, there is much to be learned from the architects and landscape planners who saw their role as fundamental to building Britain’s modern society.Table of ContentsForeword Introduction The Dulwich Estate — a brief history The Dulwich Estate after WW2 The Architects — Austin Vernon & Partners The Dulwich Estate and Wates The Plan Location of Estates Dulwich Wood Park Estate Woodhall Estate, College Road Whytefield Estate, Croxted Road & Rosendale Road Peckarmans Wood, Crescent Wood Road College Road Estate, College Road Ling’s Coppice, Croxted Road Great Brownings, College Road College Gardens, College Road Courtmead Close, Burbage Road Other estates in Dulwich by Austin Vernon & Partners Sixty years on List of Estates
£25.65
Page Two Books, Inc. The Jackass Whisperer How to deal with the worst
Book SynopsisA rallying cry for everyone tired of keyboard commandos and people who use speakerphones in open plan offices, The Jackass Whisperer is your guide to dealing with the worst people on earth. Jackasses are those who make our lives needlessly harder. They drive too slowly in the fast lane and too quickly in the slow lane, reply all, heat up fish in the microwave at work and share way too much information about their cleanse on Facebook. They live in our homes, work in our offices and shop at our stores. Jackasses are among us, and we have some bad news for you: if you can't spot the Jackass at the (enter literally any place on the planet), then the Jackass is you. After a lifetime of research, Scott and Alison Stratten offer the definitive guide to surviving the Jackassery in your life and making the world a better place, one set of noise-cancelling headphones at a time.
£10.79
The 87 Press Indian Winter
£15.29
G-chan Press Gamba're!: The Japanese Way of the Rugby Fan
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Introduction to the Human Body EMEA Edition
Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Organization of the Human Body 1 1.1 Anatomy and Physiology: An Overview 1 1.2 Life Processes 6 1.3 Homeostasis: Maintaining Limits 7 1.4 Aging and Homeostasis 10 1.5 Anatomical Terms 10 1.6 Body Cavities 15 Chapter Review 19 Critical Thinking Applications 20 Answers to Figure Questions 20 2 Introductory Chemistry 21 2.1 Introduction to Chemistry 21 2.2 Chemical Compounds and Life Processes 28 Chapter Review 38 Critical Thinking Applications 39 Answers to Figure Questions 39 3 Cells 40 3.1 A Generalized View of the Cell 40 3.2 The Plasma Membrane 41 3.3 Transport Across the Plasma Membrane 43 3.4 Cytoplasm 48 3.5 Nucleus 54 3.6 Gene Action: Protein Synthesis 56 3.7 Somatic Cell Division 59 3.8 Cellular Diversity 61 3.9 Aging and Cells 61 Chapter Review 64 Critical Thinking Applications 66 Answers to Figure Questions 66 4 Tissues 67 4.1 Types of Tissues 67 4.2 Epithelial Tissue 68 4.3 Connective Tissue 78 4.4 Membranes 86 4.5 Muscular Tissue 88 4.6 Nervous Tissue 88 4.7 Tissue Repair: Restoring Homeostasis 88 4.8 Aging and Tissues 89 Chapter Review 90 Critical Thinking Applications 92 Answers to Figure Questions 92 5 The Integumentary System 93 5.1 Skin 93 5.2 Accessory Structures of the Skin 97 5.3 Functions of the Skin 101 5.4 Skin Wound Healing 102 5.5 Aging and the Integumentary System 104 Chapter Review 109 Critical Thinking Applications 110 Answers to Figure Questions 110 6 The Skeletal System 111 6.1 Functions of Bone and the Skeletal System 111 6.2 Types of Bones 112 6.3 Structure of Bone 112 6.4 Bone Formation 116 6.5 Exercise and Bone Tissue 121 6.6 Divisions of the Skeletal System 122 6.7 Skull: An Overview 124 6.8 Unique Features of the Skull 130 6.9 Vertebral Column 132 6.10 Vertebral Regions 134 6.11 Thorax 137 6.12 Pectoral (Shoulder) Girdle 137 6.13 Upper Limb 139 6.14 Pelvic (Hip) Girdle 142 6.15 Lower Limb 144 6.16 Comparison of Female and Male Skeletons 148 6.17 Aging and the Skeletal System 149 Chapter Review 153 Critical Thinking Applications 155 Answers to Figure Questions 155 7 Joints 156 7.1 Classification of Joints 156 7.2 Fibrous Joints 157 7.3 Cartilaginous Joints 159 7.4 Synovial Joints 159 7.5 Types of Movements at Synovial Joints 161 7.6 Types of Synovial Joints 164 7.7 The Knee Joint 166 7.8 Aging and Joints 169 Chapter Review 171 Critical Thinking Applications 172 Answers to Figure Questions 172 8 The Muscular System 173 8.1 Overview of Muscular Tissue 173 8.2 Skeletal Muscle Tissue 174 8.3 Contraction and Relaxation of Skeletal Muscle 178 8.4 Metabolism of Skeletal Muscle Tissue 183 8.5 Control of Muscle Tension 185 8.6 Exercise and Skeletal Muscle Tissue 186 8.7 Cardiac Muscle Tissue 187 8.8 Smooth Muscle Tissue 187 8.9 Aging and Muscular Tissue 189 8.10 How Skeletal Muscles Produce Movement 189 8.11 Principal Skeletal Muscles 190 Chapter Review 218 Critical Thinking Applications 220 Answers to Figure Questions 221 9 Nervous Tissue 222 9.1 Overview of the Nervous System 222 9.2 Histology of Nervous Tissue 224 9.3 Action Potentials 229 9.4 Synaptic Transmission 233 Chapter Review 236 Critical Thinking Applications 237 Answers to Figure Questions 237 10 Central Nervous System, Spinal Nerves, and Cranial Nerves 238 10.1 Spinal Cord Structure 238 10.2 Spinal Nerves 242 10.3 Spinal Cord Functions 243 10.4 Brain 244 10.5 Cranial Nerves 259 10.6 Aging and the Nervous System 261 Chapter Review 263 Critical Thinking Applications 264 Answers to Figure Questions 264 11 Autonomic Nervous System 265 11.1 Comparison of Somatic and Autonomic Nervous Systems 265 11.2 Structure of the Autonomic Nervous System 267 11.3 Functions of the Autonomic Nervous System 271 Chapter Review 275 Critical Thinking Applications 275 Answers to Figure Questions 275 12 Somatic Senses and Special Senses 276 12.1 Overview of Sensations 276 12.2 Somatic Senses 278 12.3 Olfaction: Sense of Smell 281 12.4 Gustation: Sense of Taste 283 12.5 Vision 285 12.6 Hearing and Equilibrium 294 Chapter Review 302 Critical Thinking Applications 303 Answers to Figure Questions 304 13 The Endocrine System 305 13.1 Introduction 305 13.2 Hormone Action 307 13.3 Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland 309 13.4 Thyroid Gland 314 13.5 Parathyroid Glands 316 13.6 Pancreatic Islets 317 13.7 Adrenal Glands 322 13.8 Ovaries and Testes 325 13.9 Pineal Gland 325 13.10 Other Hormones 325 13.11 The Stress Response 326 13.12 Aging and the Endocrine System 327 Chapter Review 330 Critical Thinking Applications 332 Answers to Figure Questions 332 14 The Cardiovascular System: Blood 333 14.1 Functions of Blood 333 14.2 Components of Whole Blood 334 14.3 Hemostasis 342 14.4 Blood Groups and Blood Types 344 Chapter Review 348 Critical Thinking Applications 349 Answers to Figure Questions 349 15 The Cardiovascular System: Heart 350 15.1 Structure and Organization of the Heart 350 15.2 Blood Flow and Blood Supply of the Heart 357 15.3 Conduction System of the Heart 359 15.4 Electrocardiogram 360 15.5 The Cardiac Cycle 361 15.6 Cardiac Output 362 15.7 Exercise and the Heart 364 Chapter Review 367 Critical Thinking Applications 368 Answers to Figure Questions 368 16 The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation 369 16.1 Blood Vessel Structure and Function 369 16.2 Blood Flow Through Blood Vessels 374 16.3 Circulatory Routes 377 16.4 Hepatic Portal and Fetal Circulations 396 16.5 Checking Circulation 399 16.6 Aging and the Cardiovascular System 400 Chapter Review 402 Critical Thinking Applications 404 Answers to Figure Questions 404 17 The Lymphatic System and Immunity 405 17.1 Lymphatic System 406 17.2 Innate Immunity 410 17.3 Adaptive Immunity 413 17.4 Aging and the Immune System 422 Chapter Review 427 Critical Thinking Applications 428 Answers to Figure Questions 428 18 The Respiratory System 429 18.1 Overview of the Respiratory System 429 18.2 Organs of the Respiratory System 430 18.3 Pulmonary Ventilation 438 18.4 Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide 441 18.5 Transport of Respiratory Gases 444 18.6 Control of Breathing 446 18.7 Exercise and the Respiratory System 449 18.8 Aging and the Respiratory System 449 Chapter Review 453 Critical Thinking Applications 454 Answers to Figure Questions 454 19 The Digestive System 455 19.1 Overview of the Digestive System 455 19.2 Layers of the GI Tract and the Omentum 457 19.3 Mouth 459 19.4 Pharynx and Esophagus 462 19.5 Stomach 464 19.6 Pancreas 467 19.7 Liver and Gallbladder 468 19.8 Small Intestine 470 19.9 Large Intestine 476 19.10 Phases of Digestion 479 19.11 Aging and the Digestive System 480 Chapter Review 484 Critical Thinking Applications 485 Answers to Figure Questions 486 20 Metabolism and Nutrition 487 20.1 Metabolism 487 20.2 Metabolism and Body Heat 493 20.3 Nutrients 495 Chapter Review 501 Critical Thinking Applications 502 Answers to Figure Questions 502 21 The Urinary System 503 21.1 Overview of the Urinary System 503 21.2 Structure of the Kidneys 505 21.3 Functions of the Nephron 509 21.4 Transportation, Storage, and Elimination of Urine 516 21.5 Aging and the Urinary System 518 Chapter Review 521 Critical Thinking Applications 522 Answers to Figure Questions 522 22 Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance 523 22.1 Fluid Compartments and Fluid Balance 523 22.2 Electrolytes in Body Fluids 527 22.3 Acid–Base Balance 530 22.4 Aging and Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance 532 Chapter Review 533 Critical Thinking Applications 534 Answers to Figure Questions 534 23 The Reproductive Systems 535 23.1 Male Reproductive System 535 23.2 Female Reproductive System 544 23.3 The Female Reproductive Cycle 551 23.4 Birth Control Methods and Abortion 554 23.5 Aging and the Reproductive Systems 557 Chapter Review 562 Critical Thinking Applications 564 Answers to Figure Questions 564 24 Development and Inheritance 565 24.1 Embryonic Period 565 24.2 Fetal Period 574 24.3 Maternal Changes During Pregnancy 575 24.4 Exercise and Pregnancy 577 24.5 Labor and Delivery 577 24.6 Lactation 578 24.7 Inheritance 579 Chapter Review 584 Critical Thinking Applications 585 Answers to Figure Questions 585
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Penguin Books Ltd Leadership
Book SynopsisHenry Kissinger analyses how six extraordinary leaders he has known have shaped their countries and the world''Leaders,'' writes Henry Kissinger in this compelling book, ''think and act at the intersection of two axes: the first, between the past and the future; the second between the abiding values and aspirations of those they lead. They must balance what they know, which is necessarily drawn from the past, with what they intuit about the future, which is inherently conjectural and uncertain. It is this intuitive grasp of direction that enables leaders to set objectives and lay down a strategy.''In Leadership, Kissinger analyses the lives of six extraordinary leaders through the distinctive strategies of statecraft which he believes they embodied. After the Second World War, Konrad Adenauer brought defeated and morally bankrupt Germany back into the community of nations by what Kissinger calls ''the strategy of humility''. Charles de Gaulle set France beside the victorious Allies and renewed its historic grandeur by ''the strategy of will''. During the Cold War, Richard Nixon gave geostrategic advantage to the United States by ''the strategy of equilibrium''. After twenty-five years of conflict, Anwar Sadat brought a vision of peace to the Middle East by a ''strategy of transcendence''. Against the odds, Lee Kwan Yew created a powerhouse city-state, Singapore, by ''the strategy of excellence''. Although when she came to power Britain was known as ''the sick man of Europe'', Margaret Thatcher renewed her country''s morale and international position by ''the strategy of conviction''.To each of these studies, Kissinger brings historical perception, public experience and - because he knew each of their subjects, and participated in many of the events he describes - personal knowledge. The book is enriched by insights and judgements such as only he could make, and concludes with his reflections on world order and the indispensability of leadership today.
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Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B
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Penguin Books Ltd Mutual Aid
Book SynopsisA pioneering treatise on embracing cooperation and reciprocity to usher in a greener and more inclusive world, from the major anarchist thinkerA Penguin ClassicWelcome to the anarchist history of the world. In this lively, provocative work, Peter Kropotkin argues that mutual aid is a natural instinct in all of us, animal and human. Cooperation, reciprocity, support: these, for Kropotkin, are the overlooked foundations of our history. From the earliest days of evolution through to artisanal guilds, indigenous nomads, and even the Royal National Lifeboat Association, it is a pragmatic, mutually beneficial bond to our fellow humans that has allowed us to survive. In this, Kropotkin challenges all the major orthodoxies of his age, from individualism and social Darwinism to Marxist theories of the savior state. Instead, these essays insist that a better life for all of us--and our planet--begins when we reject competition, and embrace the local, the mutual, and the collective.
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Penguin Books Ltd Fight Right
Book SynopsisWorld-renowned relationships experts, Dr John Gottman and Dr Julie Schwartz Gottman, bring decades of their ground-breaking research on the science of love to the urgent and timely topic of conflict.Conflict is the number one reason that couples seek help and resources. Fight Right will teach you how to avoid the five critical mistakes that couples often make during conflict, and instead, teach you how to ''fight right'' and use conflict as an opportunity for greater intimacy, deeper connection, and lasting love.Using decades of research, compelling case studies and a new international study, the Gottmans prove that even couples who are truly struggling in conflict and have really lost their way are able to recover and find their way back to each other. For those couples in crisis, or those who want to change their relationship dynamic, Fight Right is the go-to guide to understanding how to fight better, offering urgent and perennial lessons for healthy conflict.''Foundational to finding the love that most of us are searching for'' Steven Bartlett, Diary of a CEO podcast''Couples today really need clear, compassionate, and science-based guidance in this arena, and as the world''s leading love experts, the Gottmans are the trusted voice to guide them'' Jay Shetty, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Think Like a Monk Trade Review"Difficulty navigating conflict is one of the most common reasons that couples seek help [...] So who better than John and Julie Gottman to give couples the important tools they need? This book is an indispensable resource that couples will use over and over again." -- —Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and co-host of the “Dear Therapists” podcast"John and Julie Gottman bring their decades of research to the hot topic of what we're fighting about, and how we can fight better. I don't know of another resource out there like this one, with so much landmark science, vivid storytelling, and clear tools in every chapter. This book is a gift to its readers." -- —Susan David, PhD, bestselling author of Emotional Agility"Drs. John and Julie Gottman have crafted a masterful guide about the importance of fighting and the skills needed to grow from having necessary disputes." -- —Nedra Glover Tawwab, New York Times bestselling author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace"John and Julie Gottman, with their decades of experience working intimately with couples, know that the road to finding your purpose and fulfilling your dreams is often through conflict. If we don't learn how to do conflict well, we're going to be stuck, disconnected, and unfulfilled. Couples today really need clear, compassionate, and science-based guidance in this arena, and as the world's leading love experts, the Gottmans are the trusted voice to guide them." -- —Jay Shetty, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Think Like a Monk"A profound new take on conflict from the world's leading relationship experts, Fight Right is poised to be the kind of classic that 7 Principles of Making Marriage Work has become. This book is for all couples, from those who are in crisis to those who may think they have a perfect relationship. A brilliant paradigm shift on conflict, with clear guidance for how to repair ruptures right." -- —Daniel Siegel, MD, author of New York Times bestsellers Aware, The Whole Brain Child, No Drama Discipline, Brainstorm, and more‘The Gottmans have 50 years’ worth of relationship know-how’ -- The Times:‘The world’s top relationship therapists (who’ve been blissfully married for 36 years!)’ -- Daily Mail
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Pearson Education Limited Pearson REVISE AQA GCSE Religious Studies
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Transworld Publishers Ltd The Disappearing Spoon...and other true tales
Book SynopsisWhy did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? Why did the Japanese kill Godzilla with missiles made of cadmium (Cd, 48)? How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie''s reputation? And why did tellurium (Te, 52) lead to the most bizarre gold rush in history?The periodic table is one of our crowning scientific achievements, but it''s also a treasure trove of passion, adventure, betrayal and obsession. The fascinating tales in The Disappearing Spoon follow carbon, neon, silicon, gold and every single element on the table as they play out their parts in human history, finance, mythology, conflict, the arts, medicine and the lives of the (frequently) mad scientists who discovered them. Why did a little lithium (Li, 3) help cure poet Robert Lowell of his madness? And how did gallium (Ga, 31) become the go-to element for laboratory pranksters? The Disappearing Spoon has the answers, fusing science with the classic lore of invention, investigation, discovery and alchemy, from the Trade ReviewKean has Bill Bryson's comic touch... a lively history of the elements and the characters behind their discovery * New Scientist *A wealth of fascinating stories with a dazzling cast of heroes and villains. Written with gusto and backed by a mind-boggling amount of research, this is a real page turner -- Robert Matthews * Daily Telegraph *One of the most readable and entertaining books about science yet published ... [Kean] is master of enlightening metaphors * Daily Express *The periodic table meets the best-seller list with Sam Kean's Disappearing Spoon, an engaging tour of the elements... with the éclat of raw sodium dropped in a beaker of water * The New York Times *the anecdotal flourishes of Oliver Sacks and the populist accessibility of Malcolm Gladwell * Entertainment Weekly *
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WW Norton & Co Dinosaurs
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The Crowood Press Ltd Modelling US World War II Armoured Fighting
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W. W. Norton & Company The Occasional Human Sacrifice
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AA Publishing AA European Route Planner Map
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Wiley So You Want to Start a Hedge Fund
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British Geological Survey Geological Map of the British Islands An
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Hodder Education The City Guilds Textbook Carpentry Joinery for
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Arcturus Publishing Ltd The Essential Book of CBD
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Hodder Education The City Guilds Textbook Plumbing Book 1 Second
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Sex Ed: A Guide for Adults
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Cornerstone The Death of Democracy
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