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A wonderful gift for any military history enthusiast.

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This hardback gift edition presents the classic text, The Egyptian Book of the Dead, presented with original full-colour illustrations and stencilled page edges. The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life. Written as part of funeral rites, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture. This beautifully illustrated edition contains images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient Egyptian scroll narrating the journey of Theban scribe Ani through the underworld. Its accompanying hieroglyphic text has been translated by acclaimed Egyptologist E.A Wallis Budge, and includes spells addressed to ferryman, gods and kings to aid Ani on his way to the afterlife.This edition contains magnificent

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The Upanishads (meaning ''to sit with a guru'') is a collection of late-Vedic texts about enlightenment and acquiring mystical knowledge. These seminal texts shed light on the evolution of thought that established the key tenets of Hinduism and defined the ways in which the religion is practised today. Fascinating and filled with wisdom, the Upanishads deal with topics ranging from philosophy to consciousness and explore the relationships between humans, cosmic realities, and rituals.First published in 1919, this edition, translated by the esteemed Swami Paramânanda, will impart great wisdom about the spiritual self and guidance on understanding the true meaning of life.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover designs. Together they make a wonderful collection which is perfect for any home library.

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''Something or other lay in wait for him, amid the twists and turns of the months and the years, like a crouching beast in the jungle.''Fearful that his life is to be determined by some unknown cataclysmic event, John Marcher spends his days waiting for this momentous occurrence as if it is a crouching ''beast in the jungle''. The Beast in the Jungle is a poignant novella that asks us to consider if the ultimate meaning of life is worth searching for and what we should do if we find it. This captivating collection of some of Henry James''s work also includes his short stories ''The Altar of the Dead'', ''A Private Life'', and ''The Way it Came''.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover designs. Together they make a wonderful collection which is perfect for any home library.

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Utopia is a fascinating novel that tells the story of a visitor to a distant island home to a community that has established an ideal society. Based on harmony, justice, rationality, virtue, equality and the pursuit of happiness, it presents a sharp contrast with sixteenth century England. This remarkable novel is complex, insightful and far-sighted, and has, for centuries, been of great interest to scholars, politicians, writers and readers who have sought to untangle its mysteries and bring to life their own utopias.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover designs. Together they make a wonderful collection which is perfect for any home library.

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This handsome book and card set contains an illustrated unabridged edition of The Book of Five Rings, a 50-card deck of the text''s inspirational aphorisms and an elegant display stand for the cards, all contained in a sleek lidded box. The Book of Five Rings is a classic Japanese text by the undefeated swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. Its lessons on cultivating discipline and mental fortitude make it a popular guide to achieving business success, but also contains immeasurable wisdom that extends beyond the boardroom.This kit includes a full-colour illustrated edition of the original text of The Book of Five Rings as well as a deck of cards and display stand, featuring some of Musashi''s most insightful aphorisms. These have been chosen for their relevance to our daily concerns and conflicts, allowing us to gain perspective and move through life with grace and power. On the back of the card you will find advice on how to apply to your own exp

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This beautiful gold-embossed edition makes a wonderful gift.

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This beautiful gilded edition makes a wonderful gift.

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This exquisite five-volume box set comprises of some of the most renowned works of Aleister Crowley, a legendary figure in the world of occultism who has had a profound impact on modern esotericism. This collection offers a glimpse into the enigmatic mind of Crowley, a leading figure in the early 20th century occult movement. Crowley''s teachings and practices were heavily influenced by Western esotericism, including elements of Kabbalah, alchemy, and astrology, as well as Eastern mysticism. He believed in the power of individual will to achieve spiritual transformation and sought to create a new form of religion based on these insights which he named Thelema. These five paperback volumes bring together his fiction, poetry and spiritual philosophy, presented with striking cover designs and insightful introductions. Together they offer a wonderful way to truly understand his teachings.Includes:• The Diary of a Drug Fiend: Fiction

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In this heartfelt picture book, children can go on a journey with Panda as she experiences feeling sulky, grumpy, and angry, and learns to navigate these emotions.Experiencing an extreme emotion such as anger can be very scary for young children. They may feel out-of-control and panicked. My Angry Book guides children through these difficult feelings and helps them make sense of their emotions.With charming, full-colour illustrations, this empathetically written book takes children on a heartfelt journey with cute Panda as she experiences feelings of anger. Alongside Panda, children learn to understand why they feel the way they do, and how to make themselves feel better.Developed in consultation with a mental health professional Clare Arnold, CAMHS, My Angry Book equips young children with the insight and vocabulary they need to express, anticipate, and navigate their feelings. Perfect for children aged 4+.

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This magical collection of festive puzzles is sure to bring much joy to all puzzle fans! Filled with puzzles such as themed wordsearches, keyword crosswords, sudoku and more, and with jolly quotes dotted throughout you''ll be sure to find some Christmas cheer within. So settle down alone, or gather together and see if you can solve them all! • POPULAR PUZZLE TYPES: It includes all of the best-loved types of puzzles, including crosswords, wordsearch, sudoku and codewords. • EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE: This wordsearch collection contains all manner of fun festive subjects. • FESTIVE GIFT: This collection is a fantastic gift that is sure to bring Christmas cheer to any puzzle fan.

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In this heartfelt picture book, children can join Elephant as he experiences feelings of loneliness and learns to make sense of and deal with these difficult emotions. Children can feel lonely for many reasons and many do not have the language to express how they feel. This empathetically written book takes children on a journey with sweet Elephant as he experiences feelings of loneliness. Alongside Elephant, children learn to recognise their feelings and discover ways to make themselves feel better. Developed in consultation with a mental health professional Clare Arnold, CAMHS, My Lonely Book supports Social Emotional Learning, equipping young children with the insight and vocabulary they need to express, anticipate, and navigate their feelings. With heartwarming, full-colour illustrations by Sara Ward, this book is perfect for children aged 4+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The My Feelings Picture Book

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Solving puzzles is an excellent way to give your mind a workout while allowing you to switch off from everyday worries and cares. So take some time to relax and unwind with this excellent collection of sudoku puzzles. Set across a number of difficulty levels, you can jump in at a place of your choosing or work your way through the book seeing your skills improve as you go! • EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you pit your wits against these number-placement teasers. • REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles. • SPIRAL BOUND: Concealed spiral binding means this book can lay flat for easy puzzling.

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Explore your inner witch with this enchanting box kit, containing you all the tools you need to tap into your magical potential.We all hold a spark of magic deep inside us, but witches know how to bring forth that magic and how to wield it well. This kit will show you how you can tap into your personal power, containing spell cards, a spell cart and a guide on how to use them. From attracting love and prosperity to creating protection and banishing bad luck, it can help you to achieve your wildest dreams.Includes:• A chart that lists correspondences for creating powerful spells and rituals, • 52 spell cards (a spell a week!)• An illuminating guide explaining how to use Whether you''re a complete beginner or looking to deepen your magical work, this kit is a perfect for anyone wanting to explore practical witchcraft.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Oracle Kits contain everything you need to get started in a

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Written by Official American Mensa Puzzle author, Tim Sole, this captivating collection of over 150 mind-bending conundrums is perfect for anyone seeking a challenge. Can you solve the almost impossible? Whether you''re a seasoned puzzle solver or a newcomer, this collection promises a fun mental workout with a huge variety of fiendish puzzles. Inside you will find cryptic riddles, numerical conundrums, satisfying codebreakers and much more. So dive in and decode the baffling brainteasers designed to ignite your intellectual curiosity and boost your brain power.

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Master the art of figure drawing with this practical anatomy drawing book, written by bestselling practical art author, Barrington Barber.Understanding human anatomy is essential for figure drawing. This comprehensive drawing book includes all artists need to know to perfectly capture the structure and detail of the human body, complete with draw-in pages to put what you''ve learnt into practice. Study the differences between male and female proportions, how the facial muscles produce expressions, how to draw the body in profile and more. Includes:• Practice pages on square paper• Skeleton, muscle and tendon diagrams• Breakdowns of each body part• A glossary of anatomical terminologyAn essential book for anyone interested in drawing figures.

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You will find 300 entertaining number-placement puzzles in this collection, arranged by five levels of difficulty. Whether you''re a sudoku beginner or a more experienced fan this beautifully designed collection will be your ideal puzzling companion.• IMPROVE YOUR SOLVING SKILL: Each puzzle is graded, from beginner to expert, so you can enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your skill improve as you work through the levels.• EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you find where each missing number fits.• REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.

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Make your own magic while relaxing with this delightful colouring book. Inside there are more than 40 fantastical images to choose from, including fantasy animals such as unicorns, elves and witches as well as enchanted castles and mysterious landscapes. Each image is set on a coloured background and a few elements of the design have been filled in to spark your imagination.• Includes 45 designs • Printed on thick, high-quality paper • The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through • Suitable for pencils, felt-tips or markers A perfect gift for yourself or any colouring lover. ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Arcturus Creative Colouring series brings together delightful colouring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful colouring challenge.

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This beautifully hardback anthology presents a thrilling collection of 31 myths and folk tales with inspiring heroines at their centre, featuring breath-taking, full-colour illustrations by artist Khoa Le. Discover legends and folktales in which mighty goddesses shape the world and spirited heroines seize control of their own destinies. This collection brings together stories from different countries and cultures - from earth-shaking battles of mythical beings to human sagas of bravery, quick wits, and kindness. Readers will be transported to faraway lands and ancient times - including the dawn of life itself! Tales include:• Freyja''s Necklace (Norse)• Amaterasu and the Cave (Japanese)• Pandora and the Jar (Greek)• Pele Fights with her Sister (Hawaiian)• Isis Discovers the Name of Ra (Egyptian)These stories showcases narratives that celebrate strong, independent women. They run free and possess t

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