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Bright Red Publishing Higher Computing Science New Edition Study Guide
Book SynopsisWe are delighted to be publishing a New Edition of Higher Computing Science New Edition. It's been thoroughly revised to reflect the very latest 2018 SQA course and assessment changes so you can be confident that the material you are using is relevant and up-to-date. The Higher Computing Science course is designed to bring together elements of technology, science and creative digital media. In doing so, it provides an invaluable insight into the challenge and reward to be found in these areas. This Study Guide will introduce you to an advanced range of computational processes and will show you how Computing Science shapes the world in which we live. It will help you develop a rigorous approach to the design and development process across a variety of contemporary contexts. Written by experienced teacher and subject expert Alan Williams, this Study Guide is an essential companion to your studies. It will be fully supported by our online Digital Zone which is packed with online tests, activities, video links and more.Trade ReviewEight 5* reviews on Amazon.co.ukTable of ContentsHigher Course Introduction, Software Design and Development, Information System Design and Development, Course Assessment Value-Added Unit, Answers, Index
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HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd The Holy and the Broken
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Far Edges of the Known World
Book SynopsisWhen Ovid was exiled from Rome to a border town on the Black Sea, he despaired at his new bleak and barbarous surroundings. Like many Greeks and Romans, Ovid thought the outer reaches of their world was where civilisation ceased to exist. Our fascination with the Greek and Roman world, and the abundance of writing that we have from it, means that we usually explore the ancient world from this perspective too. Was Ovid's exile really as bad as he claimed? What was it truly like to live on the edges of these empires, on the boundaries of the known world?Thanks to archaeological excavations, we now know that the borders of the empires we consider the heart' of civilisation were in fact thriving, vibrant cultures just not ones we might expect. This is where the boundaries of civilised' and barbarians' began to dissipate; where the rules didn''t always apply; where normally juxtaposed cultures intermarried; and where nomadic tribes built their own cities.Taking us along the sandy caravan routes of Morocco to the freezing winters of the northern Black Sea, from Co-Loa in the Red River valley of Vietnam to the rain-lashed forts south of Hadrian's Wall, Owen Rees explores the powerful empires and diverse peoples in Europe, Asia and Africa beyond the reaches of Greece and Rome. In doing so, he offers us a new, brilliantly rich lens with which to understand the ancient world.
£21.25
Batsford Ltd The Spirit of BMW: 50 Reasons Why We Love Them
Book SynopsisA glorious exploration of BMW, one of the greatest car brands of all time, with dynamic photography and lively text that explains why people love them. Known as 'the ultimate driving machine', BMW is one of the world's most prestigious car brands. Renowned for their smooth handling, precision engineering and sleek looks, BMWs pair driving comfort with powerful engines. Originally formed during the first world war, the company reached new heights of popularity in the 1960s and is still going strong today. This captivating book outlines all the most iconic BMW models, from their first car, the Dixi of 1927, to today's high-performance models, including the beautiful 1955 507 roadster, the instantly recognisable 2002 from the 1960s, and the iconic E30 M3, first manufactured in the mid-1980s. Each evocative vintage photograph is accompanied by insightful explanation. The ideal gift for every car enthusiast, whether they're a BMW owner or just aspire to be, this beautifully illustrated book conveys perfectly the joys of this classic brand. Trade Review‘BMW has created some incredible drivers’ cars, and this book does a good job of giving a whistle-stop tour through them. Given the low price, it’s nicely produced, well written and concise’ Auto Express ‘A bright, well designed and equally enjoyable book [to its sister title]' TKC Magazine
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Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd Training With Kettlebells for Strength and
Book SynopsisGives the reader more than 25 functional kettlebellexercises that improve strength, build muscle, and reduce the risk of injury. Functional training includes those exercises which prepare the body for dailyactivities, and the best part of functional training is that it is simple tomaster and fits within the busiest lifestyle.
£16.96
Shell Educational Publishing 180 Days Science for First Grade
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£17.25
Batsford Textile Protest
Book SynopsisA landmark survey of how textiles have been used for protest in the 20th and 21st centuries, including banners, posters, flags, clothing and pieces from the world of fine art.
£28.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Seriously British
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd Great British Commanders
Book SynopsisMilitary commanders matter. They win or lose battles, determine the outcomes of wars and often shape the history of nations. But they are also human individuals. This study of thirty-four British commanders, from Boudica to Bomber Harris, reflects on their personal stories, as individuals and warriors; as husbands and wives, libertines and lovers, strategists and shapers of British history over almost two thousand years. Short biographical essays, by military analyst Michael Clarke, cover a sweep of British history from the epic story of Queen Boudica in Roman Britain, to the generals, admirals and air marshals of the First and Second World Wars. Their styles of leadership, their strategies or in some cases lack of them are examined as they throw themselves on fortune. And the Gods of War decide whom will be lucky, and whom not. Some commanders described here were obvious shapers of British history, like King Alfred, William the Conqueror, Henry V, Cromwell, Marlborough, Wellington or Montgomery. Some were unlucky and seemed beset by failure, like Walter Raleigh, Sir John Moore or General John Gort. Others are less well-known as significant commanders; like Lady Aethelflaid of Mercia, the Empress Matilda, the greatest knight', Sir William Marshal, or Cuthbert Collingwood who served with Nelson at Trafalgar. All have fascinating stories. Their experiences are compared in two final chapters that draw from unique interviews with a number of living British commanders who reflect on the eternal verities' of command but also the new conditions of twenty-first century warfare.
£22.50
Whittles Publishing Engineering Geomorphology
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Bristol University Press What Is Humanism For
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Quercus Publishing Dopamine Home
Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated, accessible guide to bold, brave and colourful interiors by interiors influencer @the_shoestring_home.
£21.25
CAMRA Books CAMRAs Good Beer Guide 2019
Book Synopsis46th edition of the bestselling guide to British pubs. Compiled and sourced by over 190,000 CAMRA members.
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Cornerstone A Trick Of The Mind
Book Synopsis'With captivating storytelling and cutting-edge science, neuroscientist Daniel Yon explores the power and the perils of the brain's internal models, offering a provocative look at the hidden forces shaping our thoughts, beliefs, and even our sanity. Prepare to question everything you thought you knew' Daniel Z. Lieberman, author of The Molecule of More'This book will profoundly change the way you consider your own mind' Lewis Dartnell, bestselling author of The Knowledge, Origins and Being Human'You will not a find a more up-to-date or more compelling account of how a mind emerges from the brain' Chris Frith, Emeritus Professor of Neuropsychology at University College London'An engaging, informative, and genuinely entertaining guide to the many weird ways in which our brains create the world we live in' Dean Burnett, author of The Idiot BrainHow does your brain decide what it's seeing, from the physical world to other people? For decades, scientists have tried to understand how our brains work, not realising that the answer lies much closer to home than it seems. The latest research in neuroscience and psychology suggests that the brain is doing the same thing that the scientists are: using past experiences to build theories of how the world works, and using these models to predict and make sense of it. Through this process, your brain constructs the reality that you live in. In this book Daniel Yon takes the research one step further, uncovering how your brain colours your perception of the world, the judgements you make about other people and the beliefs you form about yourself. With transformative applications for how we engage with other communities and approach mental illness, A Trick of The Mind will revolutionise the way you think.
£18.70
Mango Media Starry Wonders
Book SynopsisExplore the Brightest Stars in the Night SkyExplore the 25 brightest stars in the night sky and discover their unique characteristics, life cycles, and star categories, offering readers an in-depth understanding of astronomy objects and the universe.Delve into the captivating world of stars. This star gazing book takes you on a cosmic journey, unveiling the secrets of the brightest star in the sky and the fascinating star systems that have intrigued humanity for millennia. Dive deep into the fascinating details of each star system, including their size, color, temperature, distance from Earth, and the presence of exoplanets. Explore the universe like never before. Thanks to advanced observational astronomy, we can look further and more clearly than ever before. You''ll discover unique and exceptional stars, from the largest star in the universe to variable stars that change brightness, and even a star composed of diamonds. From the majestic Sirius star system to distant constellations like Ursa Major, this book offers a detailed journey through these celestial wonders, making it an ideal astronomy gift or star gazing gift for kids.Inside, you’ll find: A deep dive into the characteristics of the 25 brightest stars in the night sky. Fundamental stargazing principles, teaching you how to identify constellations, locate celestial objects, and appreciate the night sky. Insights into the life cycle and classification of stars, alongside fascinating examples of unique stars, such as the largest star in the universe and a star composed of diamonds, capturing the diverse nature of star categories. If you liked Star Finder!, National Geographic Stargazer''s Atlas, or Space Explorers, you’ll love 25 Brightest Stars.
£17.99
Dalesman Publishing Co Ltd The Little Book of Yorkshire
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The Edge of the Woods Meet Us and Eat Us
Book SynopsisMeet Us and Eat Us: Food plants from around the world celebrates biodiversity through poetry, prose, and fine art photography. Giving plants voice and agency, it introduces their family relationships, geographical origin, history of use and travel, and cultural significance in a playful and scientifically rigorous exploration.
£25.31
Ebury Publishing This Is Dyslexia
Book SynopsisThe future needs Dyslexic Thinking!British social entrepreneur, founder and CEO of charity Made By Dyslexia, Kate Griggs has been shifting the narrative on dyslexia and educating people on its strengths since 2004. Having been surrounded by an extraordinary 'smorgasbord of Dyslexic Thinking' her whole life, Griggs knows the superpower of dyslexia all too well. Revised and updated, with new research and a forward from Sir Richard Branson, This is Dyslexia covers everything you need to understand, value and support Dyslexic Thinking. From offering practical advice on how to support the dyslexics in your life to breaking down the 6 Dyslexic Thinking skills in adults, Griggs shares her knowledge in an easily digestible guide. This is Dyslexia redefines and reshapes what it means to be dyslexic. It explores how it has shaped our past and how harnessing its powers and strengths is vital to our future.
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Octopus Publishing Group The Hidden Life of Garden Birds: The unseen drama
Book SynopsisA glimpse into the secret lives of over 50 garden birds, with beautiful illustrations and intriguing factsDid you know that woodpeckers are capable of learning simple codes? Hooded crows can form connections with humans? A jay's call affects the behaviour of surrounding squirrels?All these fascinating bird activities and more are revealed in The Hidden Life of Garden Birds. Unusual feeding behaviour is just the tip of the iceberg. From territorial conflict and strange relationships with man, to breeding and nesting oddities, this book exposes all the drama behind garden birds' everyday survival - making it the perfect gift for birdwatchers.The Hidden Life of Garden Birds will enlighten you to the secret going-ons of the common creatures you can spot from the comfort of your back doorstep.
£17.09
Kaplan Publishing BOOKKEEPING TRANSACTIONS - POCKET NOTES
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Kaplan Publishing EXTERNAL AUDITING - POCKET NOTES
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£6.75
Goldeneye Exmoor, North Devon & the Quantocks Off-Road Bike
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£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Little Book of Pickleball
Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for the pickleballer in your life. Hilarious, fun and fact-filled, this guide shines a light on a highly addictive sport. Pickleball is coming to a court near you, and you won't be able to resist its many charms! The perfect gift for the pickleballer in your life, this hilarious, fun and fact-filled shines a light on a highly addictive sport. The game itself is a delightful offspring of tennis, ping pong, and badminton, and it can be as easy or as hard as you want. It's strategic, complete with its own entertaining jargon and rulebook, and if it's good enough for the Clooneys and Kardashians, what are you waiting for? In this book, you'll learn how to serve, slam, and shuffle your way to glory (while dodging flying paddles), and unlock the mysteries of the game. From the fundamental basics, to pro-pickling domination, it includes: * A glossary of all the vital vernacular, from a 'dink' to a 'flabjack'. * Expert tips on how to deal with tears and tantrums on court. * The many faces of pickleball - which pickleball personality are you? * The dark arts of pickling - don't just play better, play meaner! * Solutions for the post-match hangover. * And so much more! If you're ready to smash pickleballs and shatter your friends' expectations, grab this sidesplitting guide and let the victories roll in.
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Open Book Publishers Reshaping Food Systems to improve Nutrition and
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£26.21
Hallewell Publications Walks Crieff, Comrie & Kinross
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Penguin Books Ltd The Captive Imagination
Book SynopsisIn The Captive Imagination, Dakwar argues that addiction is an existential challenge, requiring a more philosophical and multidisciplinary approach, as well as a lens through which we can better understand ourselves.
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group The Pickle Jar
Book SynopsisA cookbook from the UK's leading pickles brand, showing you how to make your own pickles and ferments at home, and how to cook with them in flavor-packed and gut-loving recipesWith 70 recipes, The Pickle Jar has everything you need to discover the joy and health benefits of pickling and fermenting at home! The positive link between great gut health and eating fermented foods is now well established. Making your own at home is the perfect way to incorporate ferments into your diet - they're easy to create, require minimal equipment, contain no chemicals or preservatives and taste fantastic! Vadasz teaches you how simple it is to get pickling, and provides delicious, healthy recipes using your creations. The first half of the book covers how to make your own fermented and pickled products at home - including kimchi, sauerkraut and pickles. These key base recipes combine with tips and ideas for getting inventive with your own fermented creations. The second half features recipes incorporating your creations, ranging from Kimchi Glazed Aubergine to Orange, Fennel and Super Beet Salad, and from Kimchi French Toast to a Dill Pickle Martini. Whether you want to create your own ferments from scratch or find ways to save the kimchi languishing in your fridge, The Pickle Jar offers endless ways to incorporate fermented foods to upgrade your flavors and boost your gut health.
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Corpus Publishing Limited Control Unleashed Reactive To Relaxed
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£33.24
Helion & Company Cricket in Leamington and Leamington Cricket Club
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£36.00
Reaktion Books The First Russian Revolution
Book SynopsisThe genesis, sacrifice and enduring consequences of The Decembrist Revolt.
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Mainline & Maritime Ltd Llangollen Railway - Forward to the Future
Book SynopsisAs the hugely popular Llangollen Railway recovers from a financially troubled Lockdown period, we are delighted to present this 120 page hardback photographic album of the railway at its brilliant best!
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Bonnier Books Ltd The Woman Next Door
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Korea
Book SynopsisA ground-breaking history of this global conflict including the errors and miscalculations made on both sides. Korea: War Without End examines the stand-off between East and West in Korea that ultimately defined the second half of the 20th century. It provides a critical analysis of the lack of preparation by the West for war; the results of the North Korean invasion in June 1950; the counter-stroke by MacArthur in September and then the strategic overreach which led to communist China's involvement on the North Korean side, and the rapid escalation to consideration of the use of nuclear weapons. Through meticulous analysis of all the source material, this book details the chaos of political decision-making at the war's outset and as it progressed. The Korean War was not planned as a Communist offensive against the West. In turn, the East did not understand the principle at the core of the Western response to Kim Il-sung's aggression, namely a refusal to appease an aggressor, the key mistake the West considered to be at the heart of the rise of Nazi Germany and militaristic Japan in the 1930s. Korea: War Without End also considers the effect of the fighting on civilians. While the war was a proxy one between East and West, the people of Korea suffered immensely, with approximately 3 million war fatalities and a larger proportional civilian death toll than World War II. This is the definitive history of the conflict that is long overdue.
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Wessex Astrologer Ltd The Gods of Change: Pain, Crisis and the Transits
Book SynopsisLife isn't always easy. It's impossible to live deeply and not to feel pain or go through times of crisis, breakdown or major disruptive change. Although this is clearly inevitable, what is not always obvious is the crucial role pain and crisis play in the process of growth and evolution. While some people fall apart altogether and never make it through difficult times, many others emerge from conflict and turmoil renewed and transformed, indeed, more fully alive. They 'return' to life with a renewed sense of commitment to a neglected potential, with a renewed sense of what one might call the 'sacred' in life, with a richly enhanced sensitivity to others. This lovely and important work from Howard Sasportas teaches us how to respond to the transits of Uranus,Neptune and Pluto with calmness and a knowledge that the more we work with them, the more worthwhile will be the end result.
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Sage Publications Ltd Doing Media Research
Book SynopsisAn undergraduate introduction to the research process and research methods in media studies. Uniquely student-centred, and built around first year teaching at the world's #1 ranked media studies department.
£33.24
Sage Publications Ltd An Introduction to Human Resource Management
Book SynopsisGrasp the fundamentals of Human Resource Management with this engaging and accessible text, ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
£52.24
Wooden Books Ancient British Rock Art: A Guide to Indigenous
Book SynopsisBritain hides a remarkable native artistic tradition - mysterious rock carvings which date far back into the misty age of stone circles. In some parts of Scotland you can dig up the turf almost anywhere to find the ancient rocks beneath carpeted in these incredible glyphs. In this beautiful little book, artist and petroglyph hunter Chris Mansell discusses the possible purpose and meaning of these archaic and enigmatic markings, using his own drawings alongside exquisite rare old lithographs. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.
£8.18
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Seasonal Power Tarot
Book SynopsisCreate a more AUTHENTIC LIFE with this BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED 78-card tarot deck and 64-page guidebook.Join tarot card reader and teacher LEAH VANDERVELDT and let the magic of NATURE and its cycles be your guide. Every season is a portal that mirrors what we need. That's where Seasonal Power Tarot comes in an active intuitive tool to align with the energetic shifts throughout the year to discover a deeper understanding of yourself and unlock your self-expression for personal growth. With unique artworks that are packed with meaning, the Major Arcana are connected to the astrological seasons, while the four suits of the Minor Arcana connect to spring, summer, autumn and winter. The accompanying guidebook provides detailed interpretations for all cards: along with upright and reversed meanings, you will find a creative practice, astrological association and modality to embody the energy of each card. There are also explanations for how to use the deck and establish a daily tarot ritual. Spreads include Your Card of the Year and daily, weekly, monthly, Solstice and Equinox check-ins.
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Bonnier Books Ltd Being an Oak
Book SynopsisTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'A wonderful book' - Tristan Gooley, author of How To Read A Tree'Unique and thrilling' - Ben Rawlance, author of The Treeline'A celebration of the oak as nature's masterpiece' - Daniel Lewis, author of Twelve Trees'A glorious, revelatory tale of a tree that enlarges our world' - Patrick Barkham, author of The Butterfly IslesThe enchanting biography of an ancient tree.For over two centuries, as rulers have risen and fallen and wars have raged, one majestic oak tree has lived out an epic drama. From germination in 1780 to adapting to the changing climate of the modern age, its struggles and triumphs took place far from human eyes. That is, until one day a young man named Laurent Tillon came across it, and a decades-long relationship began ... In this dazzling book, biodiversity expert Tillon narrates the story of the tree he calls Quercus. Evoking the richness which is all around us, he reveals that Quercus is embedded in a network of ever-shifting relationships, from close alliances between plants and animals to battles between insects, birds and fungi.A book of ecology unlike any other, Being An Oak offers a tree-eyed view of life on earth.Translated by the award-winning translator Jessica Moore.
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Stanley Gibbons Limited 2025 COMMONWEALTH EMPIRE STAMPS 18401970
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Bonnier Books Ltd Bullseye Bullys Quiz Book
Book SynopsisRelive your favourite moments from the classic TV quiz show, with a dartboard, three darts and a book of quiz questions.
£12.51
Lexus Ltd Scotlands Turmoil
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Leaping Hare Press Heads Up
Book SynopsisProblems focusing?Low energy levels?Mood swings?Perhaps you need to look at how you’re caring for your brain.New research is proving that how we care for our brains governs how well we live, and in this accessible, brain-friendly book Dr Clara Doran outlines the best ways to do this. From nutrition and sleep to continuous learning and the company we keep, everything we do has an impact on our brains, which means everything we do better helps them to thrive. This book is packed full of advice to help you: get more creativity into your life balance your hormones eat for brain health tune into the signals of your body manage stress effectively ... and much, much more. Give your brain a tune-up with this definitive guide to braincare – the new self-care!
£13.50
Continental Sales Opening Repertoire The London System
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£20.85
Royal Yachting Association RYA Wet Notes
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Prometheus Books Decoding the Language of God: Can a Scientist
Book SynopsisIn his bestselling book, The Language of God, Francis Collins-the director of the National Institutes of Health and the scientist who led the Human Genome Project-attempted to harmonize the findings of scientific research with Christian belief. In this response to Collins's work, fellow geneticist George C. Cunningham presents a point-by-point rebuttal of The Language of God, arguing that there is no scientifically acceptable evidence to support belief in a personal God and much that discredits it. Written with admirable clarity for the nonscientist, Decoding the Language of God covers much of the same ground addressed by Collins in his book: the origins of moral behavior, the difficulty of reconciling belief in a good God with the existence of evil.and anthropic coincidences as evidence of God as creator. Cunningham also devotes chapters to the unreliability of the Bible as a basis for belief; the conflict between naturalistic explanations of reality, which are anchored in scientific research, and supernatural interpretations, which are not; and the many difficulties in conceptualizing the origins of the universe in terms of a personal God. Unlike recent hostile attacks on religious belief, Cunningham's respectful, well-reasoned discussion will appeal to open-minded people across the whole spectrum of belief and unbelief.
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Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Aperitivo
Book SynopsisOver 65 delightful recipes for BAR BITES, COCKTAILS and SPRITZES that you transport you to the bustling excitement of an Italian post-work APERITIVO!
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