Not Just Books Books
Atlantic Books Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not
Book SynopsisThe slacker's guide to parenting from the Twitter's most popular dad!Overachieving parents want you to believe the harder you work, the better your children your will turn out. That lie ends now. The truth is most kids end up remarkably unremarkable no matter what you do, so you might as well achieve mediocrity by the easiest possible route.In Bare Minimum Parenting, amateur parenting sort-of expert James Breakwell will teach you to stop worrying and embrace your child's destiny as devastatingly average. To get there, you'll have to overcome your kid, other parents, unnecessary sporting activity, broccoli, and yourself. Everyone will try to make your life more difficult than necessary. Honestly, by reading this far, you're already trying too hard. But don't stop now. You're exactly the kind of person who needs this book.Reviews for James BreakwellHilarious! - The Sun VERY funny Twitter feed - The Daily Mail The most hilarious man on Twitter - The Telegraph The funniest dad on Twitter - BuzzFeed Trade ReviewHilarious! * The Sun on James Breakwell *VERY funny Twitter feed * The Daily Mail on James Breakwell *The most hilarious man on Twitter * The Telegraph on James Breakwell *The funniest dad on Twitter * BuzzFeed on James Breakwell *
£8.54
Haynes Publishing Group Bee Manual
Book SynopsisThe Bee Manual offers a clear and concise introduction into the fascinating world of the honey bee and the addictive craft of beekeeping.
£21.25
HarperCollins Publishers Gin Made Me Do It 60 Beautifully Botanical
Book Synopsis2016 was officially the year of gin in the UK, with sales topping 1 billion! The brilliantly botanical spirit is much more than tonic's sidekick, it's sophisticatedly sippable, and adds depth and flavour to any drink.This beautifully illustrated book will introduce you to a host of cocktails from the classic to the cutting edge, and showcase the versatile potential of gin.In Gin Made Me Do It, gin aficionado and cocktail maven Jassy Davis explains everything you need to know: how to choose the perfect blend, mix the ultimate martini, and deliver delicious cocktails for every occasion.From the perfect G&T and updates on classics like the Aviator and the Vesper, to a wide range of herbaceous cocktails, the recipes in this book are fresh, flavourful, and fun. 60 delicious recipes are illustrated with bright and beautiful original artwork in a book that makes a lovely gift for your friendsor yourself!Trade Review‘A well-illustrated cocktail book packed with classic and modern recipes’– The Observer
£11.69
THAT COMPANY CALLED IF IF V A Bookaroo Pen Pouch Kilburn Black Floral
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£999.99
F&W Publications Inc The Watercolorists Essential Notebook Keep
Book SynopsisRecharge your creative spirit and rediscover the magic that is watercolor!
£18.74
Transworld Publishers Ltd The Wild Life of the Fox
Book SynopsisI adore the fox for its magnificence; I hate the fox for killing my chickens. To love and loathe the fox is a British condition.The fox is our apex predator, our most beautiful and clever killer. We have witnessed its wild touch, watched it slink by bins at night and been chilled by its high-pitched scream. And yet we long to stroke the tumbling cubs outside their tunnel homes and watch the vixen stalk the cornfield. There is something about foxes. They captivate us like no other species.Exploring a long and sometimes complicated relationship, The Wild Life of the Fox captures our love and sometimes loathing of this magnificent creature in vivid detail and lyrical prose.
£9.49
Human Kinetics Publishers Science and Practice of Strength Training
Book SynopsisScience and Practice of Strength Training addresses the complexity of strength training programs while providing advice in customizing programs for athletes and other populations. It covers velocity training, intensity, timing, exercises, injury prevention, overtraining, and athlete monitoring.Table of ContentsPart I. Basis of Strength TrainingChapter 1. Basic Concepts of Training Theory Adaptation as a Main Law of Training Generalized Theories of Training Training Effects SummaryChapter 2. Task-Specific Strength Elements of Strength Determining Factors: Comparison Across Tasks SummaryChapter 3. Athlete-Specific Strength Muscle Force Potential (Peripheral) Factors Neural (Central) Factors Taxonomy of Strength SummaryPart II. Concepts of Strength TrainingChapter 4. Training Intensity Measurement Techniques Exercising With Different Resistance Training Intensity of Elite Athletes Optimal Training Intensities From Comparative Research Methods of Strength Training Summary Chapter 5. Timing in Strength Training Structural Units of Training Short-Term Planning Medium-Term Planning (Periodization) Periodized Programming Models SummaryChapter 6. Exercises Used for Strength Training Classification Exercise Selection for Beginning Athletes Exercise Selection for Qualified Athletes Additional Types of Exercises Used for Strength Training Experimental Methods of Strength Training Breathing During Strength Training SummaryChapter 7. Velocity in the Weight Room How to Measure Velocity Considerations When Testing Measuring High-Velocity Lifts in the Weight Room Slow-Velocity Concentric Resistance Exercise Slow-Velocity Eccentric Resistance Exercise Velocity-Related Assessments in the Weight Room Training Method Variations and Weight Room Velocity Using Lifting Velocity to Determine Training Load and Volume SummaryChapter 8. Injury Prevention Factors Contributing to Increased Injury Risks in the Weight Room Training Rules to Avoid Injury Lower Back Pain and Injury Biomechanical Properties of Intervertebral Discs Mechanical Load Affecting the Intervertebral Discs Injury Prevention to the Lumbar Region SummaryChapter 9. Overreaching, Overtraining, and Recovery Training Monotony and Variation Types of Resistance Exercise Psychology of Resistance Exercise Overtraining Speed Is Very Sensitive Lifting Power Decrements Vertical Jump Rate of Force Development Strength Decrements So Which Performance Tests? Physiology of Resistance Exercise Overtraining Sequence of Performance Impairments SummaryChapter 10. Monitoring Athletes in the Weight Room Purpose of Testing Who Is the Tester? What Is Monitored? Practical Considerations Related to Assessment Monitoring Tests Analyzing and Reporting Results SummaryChapter 11. Goal-Specific Strength Training Developing a Profile of Target Goals Evidence-Based Practice Testing and Monitoring Progress Strength Performance Power Performance Muscle Mass Endurance Performance Injury Prevention SummaryPart III. Strength Training for Specific PopulationsChapter 12. Strength Training for Women Coaching Style Is Important The Need for Strength Training for Women in Sports Benefits and Myths of Strength Training for Women Trainable Characteristics of Muscle Development of Lean Tissue Mass Physiological Contrasts Between Women and Men Strength Training Guidelines for Women Athletes Incidence of Injury Menstrual Cycle and Strength Training The Female Athlete Triad SummaryChapter 13. Strength Training for Young Athletes Safety and Strength Training for Young Athletes Types of Musculoskeletal Injuries Primary Factors in Avoiding Injury When to Start Benefits of Strength Training for Young Athletes Myths of Strength Training for Children Strength Training Guidelines for Young Athletes Long-Term Athletic Development SummaryChapter 14. Strength Training for Senior Athletes Age and Its Effects on Strength and Power Training for Strength Gains Training for Muscular Power Nutrition, Aging, and Exercise Challenges Recovery From Resistance Exercise Strength Training and Bone Health Strength Training Guidelines for Senior Athletes Summary
£70.20
Galison Mudpuppy Michael Storrings Japanese Tea Garden 300 Piece
Book SynopsisAward-winning designer, illustrator, and creative director Michael Storrings captures the peace, calm, and quiet of The Japanese Tea Garden, quietly nestled within the hustle and bustle of San Francisco. Galison puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage. An insert of the full puzzle image is also included.- 300 pieces- Box Size: 8 x 8 x 1.5, 203 x 203 x 38 mm- Puzzle Size: 21.25 x 16.14, 540 x 410 mm- Includes Puzzle Insert
£12.35
British Library Publishing Sailor Song
Book SynopsisPassed down in the oral tradition and sung traditionally as working songs, sea shanties tell the human stories of life at sea: hard graft, battling the elements, the loss of ships or pining for a lady on shore. Acclaimed shanty devotee Gerry Smyth presents the background to each shanty alongside musical notation.
£14.24
Quarto Publishing PLC Dog Pawsonality Test
Book SynopsisPerfect pup or mischievous mongrel? Follow nine pup personality tests to find out! Answer 81 multiple choice questions to find out who your pet really is and how their mysterious mind works.Table of ContentsIntroduction How To Use This Book The Six Canine Characteristics The nine quizzes: TOP DOG: Reflect on your dog’s confidence levels and how they interact with others. DOZING DOGGY STYLE: See what your dog’s sleeping positions, patterns and behaviours reveal. WHERE THERE’S A WOOF THERE’S A WAY: Take a look at how your dog communicates. IT’S A DOG LIFE: Every daily habit offers a meaningful clue, from their preferred routine to how they handle disruptions. POSE LIKE A POOCH: Unpick your dog’s signature style. CANINE SMARTS AND TRAINING: Penetrate the powers of your mutt’s mind, by looking at how they respond to instruction. WOOF AND TUMBLE: Find out what your dog’s favourite way to play signifies. POOCH POWER: How does your dog relate to you? DOGS ON THE MOVE: Investigate how your dog acts when they’re out and about. The Six Canine Characteristics Score Page Conclusion Dog Types and Breeds Further Reading on Canine Care, Wellbeing and Behaviour
£9.49
Flame Tree Publishing National Gallery: Van Gogh Set of 3 Mini
Book SynopsisThis National Gallery: Van Gogh Set of 3 Mini Notebooks features a collection of three mini, foiled notebooks with alternating lined and blank pages. Each notebook has a different beautiful design: Sunflowers, A Wheatfield with Cypresses and Van Gogh’s Chair. With a sturdy cover and rounded corners, they are perfect to be carried everywhere! Vincent van Gogh is considered one of the world's greatest painters, his work having had a huge and far-reaching influence on 20th-century art as well as remaining visually and emotionally powerful to this day. This Collection presents three of his most iconic paintings, perfect for all art lovers.
£999.99
Octopus Publishing Group Stories of the Occult: Supernatural Happenings
Book SynopsisPrepare to step over to the dark side with this sinister selection of occult stories Have you heard the tale of the black-eyed children? What about the monster that eats your dreams? Do you know about the witches that summon the dead? This spine-chilling compendium of strange and supernatural happenings from across the globe is essential reading, whether you're an occult enthusiast or simply curious.Filled with mind-bending stories of dark magic, terrifying hauntings and unexplained phenomena, the world of the occult has left us fascinated and fearful since ancient times. Spellbinding, mysterious and hidden from view, occult practices offer a way to uncover the secret knowledge of the universe, but beware: some say this knowledge comes at a price... Explore this rich history of magic and intrigue, as well as occult rituals and esoteric philosophies that continue today. Stories of the Occult looks at:- Hauntings- Unexplained deaths- Witchcraft- Mythical creatures and much more. Delve into this book and see what you can discover. By the end, you may not know what to believe!
£8.54
THAT COMPANY CALLED IF Book Scarf Bookmark Burgundy Yellow
Book SynopsisA scarf completes any look. A book scarf completes any book. Make your own statement and flop one of these perfectly scaled down stripy woven bookmarks between the pages of your read.
£8.39
TINC Tiny Tincs Colouring Bundle
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£9.36
Octopus Publishing Group 365 Days of Dad Jokes: Awfully Good Gags... All
Book SynopsisPerfect for dads and lovers of cheesy puns and one-liners, this pocket-sized collection offers a year’s worth of mirth suitable for all ages There’s something very special about dad jokes – they’re always enjoyably terrible, sometimes quite witty and occasionally downright hilarious. So if you’re a dad looking to add to your collection of funnies, or you’d like to beat your old man at his own game, this is the book for you. Packed into these pages are pithy wisecracks, comically cringeworthy puns, silly one-liners and enough other types of joke to last an entire year. Among the hundreds of groan-worthy gags you’ll find gems like: How many tickles does it take to make an octopus laugh? Ten tickles. Why are balloons so expensive? Inflation. What do you call an elephant who doesn’t matter? Irrelephant. How does the moon cut his hair? Eclipse it. Did you hear about the circus fire? It was in tents. Unapologetically themselves, just like dads, these are jokes to inflict with glee on all the family.
£6.99
CHEATWELL GAMES Travel Family Charades
Book SynopsisEveryone loves the game of Charades and here it is in a travel pack you can take anywhere! Crammed full of fun mimes to act and guess players race to reach the top of the game board. One minute you might be King Richard, the next Doctor Strange...possibly Running Up That Hill or simply The First Hippo on the Moon... you just don't know what will turn up next! Bang up to date with all the latest music, books, TV and films, it's a great way to keep the family entertained whilst on holiday or on your travels. Suits Ages 12+. 2 Teams.
£13.22
THE PUPPET COMPANY Lion Soft Toy
Book SynopsisStill one of the best-selling ranges The Puppet Company have ever created - the Finger Puppets bring imagination to life. Interactive, creative and fun, each finger puppet is meticulously designed to create perfect functional miniatures of beloved characters, animals and fantasy creatures.
£7.63
Octopus Publishing Group 30 Steps to Finding Yourself: An Interactive
Book SynopsisBuild your self-esteem, grow your confidence and rediscover your sense of self with this empowering and practical 30-step journal for women"Who am I?"The more confidently you are able to answer this question, the higher your levels of happiness, self-esteem and personal growth tend to be. However, in a world that still socializes women to build their lives around other people, many of us don't have an answer.This 30-step journal will take you on a unique and personal journey to discover who you are and who you want to be. Within these pages you'll find:· A structured approach to self-discovery that builds from step 1 to step 30· Interactive and creative CBT-based activities to nurture your relationship with yourself· Thought-provoking journalling prompts to deepen your self-awareness and allow for reflection· Guidance on how to let go of worries, doubts and other self-limiting beliefs· Actionable advice to help you consciously shape yourself into the person you choose to beThis journal will be your guide to understanding and empowering the most important person in your life: you.
£11.69
The University of Chicago Press How to Think Impossibly
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£999.99
PYRAMID INTERNATIONAL Lord of the Rings Diary
Book SynopsisThe Lord Of The Rings 2024 Diary.
£9.56
THE PUPPET COMPANY Unicorn Hand Puppet
Book SynopsisWith realistic embroidered eyes and beautiful features, they are a wonderful fun addition to story time and the perfect starter puppet. Made from the finest quality machine washable materials, they are the perfect gift for any baby or child. Ideal for newborns, these are suitable from birth with adult supervision and meet or exceed all current safety standards.
£10.66
Hardie Grant Explore World Cocktail Adventures: 40
Book SynopsisWorld Cocktail Adventures is a virtual cocktail tour in book form by creative duo Loni Carr and Brett Gramse of The Whiskey Ginger. Each chapter focuses on a different spirit – tequila, whiskey, rum, vodka, gin and speciality – with a total of 40 unique cocktail recipes featured.What's the travel twist, you ask? Well, each recipe is inspired by a different destination around the world. You'll get a taste of the place's history and tourist attractions with a vintage-style travel poster to match, followed by a quick explanation of why Loni and Brett think the cocktail is best enjoyed in this location. Then you'll get the real goods with a fun cocktail recipe, tips on glassware and bartending, and an illustration of the final cocktail.This is a book for cocktail lovers and travel dreamers. You could be enjoying a Desert Road tequila cocktail and imagine yourself in Amarillo, Texas in the US, or sipping on a Fire and Ice whiskey cocktail inspired by Reykjavik, Iceland. There are also some bonus ideas for drinking games included.We’re asking you to come on an adventure... a cocktail world adventure! World Cocktail Adventures mixes travelling and drinking, muddles fantasy with non-fiction, and retells tales never told. Just remember, this book is meant to be used. It’s not your mum’s white couch. Write in it. Spill a drink on it. Pass it around. Love was poured into the making of it, and you can honour the creators by truly enjoying it.
£13.50
Galison Mudpuppy Liberty Tanjore Gardens Pencil Case
Book SynopsisLiberty London is known for its floral and graphic prints and the offering of innovative and eclectic designs. Originally designed in 1977, this Indian-inspired floral forms a dense ogee shape depicting a luscious garden. The design was reworked by the Liberty studio in 2014. Size: 8.5 x 2 x 2, 216 x 51 x 51 mm Full Color Printed on PU Material (Vegan Leather) Gold Zipper Foil Stamped Logo on Case Logo Hangtag
£15.29
University of Minnesota Press Problems of Dostoevskys Poetics
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£17.09
Ebury Publishing Notes From the Upside Down – Inside the World of
Book SynopsisWith season 2 now released, don't miss out on getting the perfect gift for any Stranger Things fan in your life. Grab your Eggos and prepare to enter Hawkins, Indiana – just don't forget your fairy lightsIf you devoured Stranger Things and you're looking to fill the demogorgon-sized hole in your life, then look no further than Notes From the Upside Down. This fan handbook is here to tell you more about the origins of the show, including the mysterious Montauk Project conspiracy theory, get you clued up on the inspirations behind the characters, and assess the show's DNA. If you've ever wondered why Spielberg is such a huge influence, which Stephen King books you need to read (HINT: pretty much all of them) and how State Trooper David O’Bannon earned his name, then this book is for you. Guy Adams is a superfan and this is his amusing and informative guide to everything you're going to need to know to understand Stranger Things.
£15.29
PAUL LAMOND GAMES Subbuteo Game BlueBlue Team Set
Book SynopsisFlexible and detailed Subbuteo team set featuring a goal keeper and 10 outfield players.
£16.79
Galison Joy Laforme Gingerbread Cottage. 500 Piece Puzzle
Book Synopsis500 PIECE PUZZLE – Joy Laforme Gingerbread Cottage 500 Piece House Puzzle by Galison features a cozy Christmas bakery packaged in a merry gingerbread house-shaped box. This puzzle is just the right level of challenge for the whole family to join in on for hours of puzzling fun! The box includes an insert with the full puzzle image for reference. BRIGHT AND BOLD ARTWORK – This puzzle features a lovely bakery during the holiday season decorated with gifts, treats, and so much more. Puzzle lovers will appreciate all the interesting details as they piece together the puzzle, creating a beautiful display that will add a touch of elegance to any room this holiday season. PERFECT FOR GIFTING – Whether you're looking for a fun activity for a rainy day or a unique gift for a loved one, this puzzle is sure to impress! With its intricate details and challenging design, this puzzle is perfect for anyone who loves Christmas or Gingerbread Houses. The puzzle's high quality artwork of a Christmas bakery makes it a beautiful and eye-catching addition to any home or office. EASY HANDLING – The 500 ribbon cut puzzle pieces are thick and sturdy. The completed puzzle measures 20” x 20”. Puzzle greyboard contains 90% recycled paper. Packaging contains 70% recycled paper and is made responsibly from FSC-certified material. Printed with nontoxic inks. GALISON – Since 1979, our vision at Galison has been to inspire people by bringing art into daily life with home office supplies, home décor, stationery, puzzles, and games.
£16.19
Yale University Press The Widening of Gods Mercy
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£19.00
Haynes Publishing Haynes 2025 Desk Diary
Book SynopsisThe Haynes 2025 Desk Diary comes in the size of a Haynes manual with week-to-view presentation on high-quality paper and featuring original Terry Davey line drawings. It's the perfect gift for car enthusiasts!
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Ultimate University Survival Guide The
Book SynopsisA complete, unfiltered university handbook, written by an actual student.Not sure what to pack for university?Confused about the difference between lectures, tutorials and seminars?Want to make sure you don't poison yourself (or others) the first time you cook?Nervous about Freshers' Week, or about feeling homesick?Jack Edwards has spent the last three years figuring it all out and is here to impart his wisdom to other potential freshers.From university applications to socials, this book is filled with helpful tips and tricks, real advice and fun anecdotes, and is perfect to turn to for any questions you have about university!
£10.44
BRITISH LIBRARY GIFT Tin Man Enamel Pin
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£5.66
Wizard Alliance Tote bag Alumni Gryffindor
Book SynopsisAlumni Gryffindor Tote bag, 100% cottonModern Gryffindor Alumni designBag dimensions: approx. 41*38 cm Handles: approx. 69*2.5 cm
£11.54
Wizard Alliance Hobbit Hardcover Notebook with foldable map
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£20.82
Wizard Alliance Wednesday Set Of 2 Pin BadgeNevermore Academy
Book SynopsisSet of 2 Nevermore Academy Pins, Composition : 100% Zinc AlloySize : 2.5 x 2.5cm
£10.96
Wizard Alliance Red Light Green Light Tote Bag
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£11.54
RAINBOW DESIGNS LTD Rainbow Designs Guess How Much I Love You Wooden
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£14.84
RAINBOW DESIGNS LTD Dress Me Paddington Soft Toy
Book SynopsisLet's play dress up! Everyone loves Paddington Bear's signature red hat and blue duffel coat, and now Paddington can transform into a doctor, a baker and even a magician with four changeable outfits and accessories in the Dress Me Paddington toy! Which adventure will Paddington have today - will he be casting spells, saving lives, or maybe making a batch of his favourite orange marmalade? It's all possible! Inspired by the award-winning The Adventures of Paddington TV series, the plush, four-in-one Dress Me Paddington toy inspires imaginative play in little ones, and makes the perfect cuddly adventure companion for all little Paddington Bear fans.
£33.05
CHEATWELL GAMES Top Trivia Decades 2000s
Book SynopsisAs we celebrated the end of the 20th Century and the brave new world of the 21st, little did we know what lay in store! From Bloggers to Bling, to Facebook and the Financial Crash...the world was changing. Whether you preferred Love Actually or Avatar, Kanye or Killers, you'll certainly enjoy this ultimate quiz card pack! It's jam-packed with 1,000 fascinating questions on all the fads, fashion and fun from the tremendous Two-thousands. From Emos to iPads, Bush to Obama, it's a terrific trip down memory lane - just add the contestants! Suits Ages 14+. 2+ Players.
£8.12
CHEATWELL GAMES Spot The Intro
Book SynopsisThe greatest musical recognition game! Spot The Intro is the crazily addictive audio quiz game in which teams compete to recognise songs from just 10 second clips! Played using your smartphone, it's a memory jogging mix of fun and nostalgia for anyone with a passion for music. Featuring hits from the last six decades, and utilising your favourite music-streaming service, there's 960 great tip-of-the-tongue tracks for every generation to try and guess! Grab your phone... it's time to get the party started! Suits Ages 14+. 2+ Players.
£24.65
CHEATWELL GAMES Next 5 Words
Book SynopsisNext5Words is a quick-fire lyric guessing game for all the family... so pick your teams (2-4 teams)... and set your mind to music.... Appoint a DJ, open a music streaming service that also displays song lyrics, choose the genre and off you go... maybe music from the 80's, Christmas hits or even classic love songs, the choice is yours... The DJ stops the music at a random point in the song, then its a race to roll a musical note on your die and sing or say the Next5Words correctly. The winner is the player or team to collect the required number of counters.
£8.82
OTTER HOUSE JIGSAWS Otter House 1000 Piece Rectangular Jigsaw
Book SynopsisA 1000 piece jigsaw featuring a stunning design to challenge and delight puzzle lovers.
£999.99
REX LONDON A5 notebook Fairies in the Garden
Book SynopsisA5 notebook.
£6.75
REX LONDON A5 notebook Leopard
Book SynopsisA5 notebook.
£6.75
REX LONDON Lasses Case Cleaning Cloth Fairies In The
Book SynopsisStuck with a boring old glasses case? Lost the cloth? Well, our World Map design hardshell protective glasses case not only looks great but comes with a cleaning cloth and soft interior lining to protect your glasses.
£8.20
REX LONDON 3D puzzle erasers set of 4 Wild Bear
Book Synopsis3D puzzle erasers (set of 4).
£6.65
AURORA Molang Med 10In
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£24.64
AURORA Thing 1 8In
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£13.91
AURORA BT21 CHIMMY Cushion
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£999.99
