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No doubt the years hunting monsters and saving the universe have had their toll on the Winchesters, but their toughest and most gruesome battles are contained in this book. Think Lucifer was diabolically clever? Think again. No son is more wayward than the one who squanders his intellect and academic career pursuing questions as poignant as “Half-awesome? That’s full-on good, right?” Gathered here for the first time since the formation of Purgatory, a collection of research so arcane and horrific that it would make even the late, great Bobby Singer blush. Supernatural and Philosophy tackles all the big ideas in the long-running hit show Supernatural, covering thorny issues in a fun and accessible way. Even those unfamiliar with the show will find fascinating insights into Heaven, Hell, Angels, Demons, God, and Lucifer. A unique collection of insights into the many philosophical, religious, and paranormal topics in the hit TV show, Supernatural Accessible treatment of thorny issues for a general audience Written by philosophical fans of the show, for philosophical fans of the show Those unfamiliar with the show will still find fascinating insights into Heaven, Hell, Angels, Demons, God, Lucifer, and Good and Evil Contributors tackle issues ranging from the biological classifications of monsters, to the epistemological problems of ghost hunting

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Bring Florence to life with this beautiful three-dimensional Panorama Pop, featuring the city's most famous sites.Remember Florence for ever with this exquisite three-dimensional expanding pocket guide. Presented in a beautiful slipcase, the guide unfolds to a length of 1.5 metres and features 12 of Florence's most famous sites, including the Duomo, Baptistery, Square of Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, Basilica of Santa Croce, Bargello’s Yard, Via Tornabuoni, Pitti Palace and Gardens of Boboli and San Miniato Al Monte. A perfect gift or souvenir for anyone wishing to remember a visit to the city.

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FULLY UPDATED WITH JOSE MOURINHO'S SENSATIONAL RETURN TO CHELSEAWhen Jose Mourinho realised as a teenager that he was never going to be a great player, he decided he was going to become the best coach in the world. From translator and assistant to Sir Bobby Robson at Barcelona to multiple league and Champions League-winning manager at Porto, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid and now Chelsea once again, Jose Mourinho's ascent has been rapid.FURTHER ANATOMY OF A WINNER is the definitive account of the life and psychology of one of the greatest football managers of all time.

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A reprint of the Bobbs-Merrill edition of 1970.These essays lead the reader through the land of the wonderful shrinking genie to the warehouse where the infinity machines are kept. By careful examination of a lamp that is switched on and off infinitely many times, or the workings of a machine that prints out an infinite decimal expansion of pi, we begin to understand how it is possible for Achilles to overtake the tortoise. The concepts that form the basis of modern science—-space, time, motion, change, infinity-—are examined and explored in this edition. Includes an updated bibliography.

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This final volume in the four-volume series Habits of Being shows how the dialectic between everyday appearance and outrageous acts is mediated through clothing and accessories. It considers how clothing and accessories can move quickly from the ordinary to the extravagant. Employing many different approaches, these essays explore how wearing an object—a crown, a flower, an earring, a corsage, a veil, even a length of material—can stray beyond the bounds of the body on which it is placed into the discrepant territory of flagrantly excessive public signs of love, status, honor, prestige, power, desire, and display. The varied contributions of scholars (historians, ethnographers, literary and film critics) and artists (photographers, sculptors, writers, weavers, and embroiderers) take up the threads of these forays into history, psyche, and aesthetics in surprising and useful ways. With examples from around the world, contributors address how the simple action of ornamenting the body, even with something as common as a button, are open to elaborate interpretations—which themselves offer new understandings of human behavior and artistic endeavor. When our “habits of being” receive close scrutiny, they seem anything but habitual. Contributors: Mariapia Bobbiobi; Camilla Cattarulla, U of Rome Three; Paola Colaiacomo, Sapienza, U of Rome; Maria Damon, Pratt Institute of Art; Joanne B. Eicher, U of Minnesota; Maria Giulia Fabi, U of Ferrara; Margherita di Fazio; Adeena Karasick, Fordham U; Tarrah Krajnak, Pitzer College; Charlotte Nekola, William Paterson U; Victoria R. Pass, Maryland Institute College of Art; Amanda Salvioni, U of Macerata; Maria Anita Stefanelli, U of Rome Three.

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Joe Colombo (Milan, 1930-1971) was one of the greatest designers of the last century, visionary and ingenious, capable of giving shape to ideas that retain a striking relevance to this day. Trained first at the Brera Academy and then at the Polytechnic of Milan, Joe Colombo has expressed, in just 20 years of work, an absolutely innovative world view, placing man and his life at the centre of reflection, imagined a dynamic and transformable habitat both on a domestic and urban scale. A design in the round, aimed at satisfying every need – also thanks to technology and new materials – and to shape the space and its objects according to the different activities of the moment, be they working or social interactions. From here, the modular and dynamic furnishing accessories with futuristic lines, among which some pieces that have become iconic of Italian design stand out such as the Tube Chair, the Spider lamp (Compasso d’Oro 1967) or the Boby trolley (now at the MoMA in New York), the “monoblocks”, such as the Mini-Kitchen or the Total Table with integrated dishes, up to the global housing unit, a visionary “machine”, which encompasses all the needs of living. This volume constitutes the first catalogue raisonné of his work, of which about 180 projects are documented, divided between works still in production and historical works; introduced by the essays by Ignazia Favata - his historical collaborator - and Domitilla Dardi, it is completed by a critical anthology. Text in English and Italian.

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When I think of my life, I imagine you at the centre.Frances is a university student in Dublin. Cool-headed and observant, she spends most of her time with her best friend - and ex-girlfriend - Bobbi. On meeting Melissa, a well-known writer, and her actor husband Nick, the pair enter a world of sophisticated parties and holidays abroad. But when Frances and Nick grow unexpectedly close, she is forced to confront the reality that her actions have always had consequences.With an introduction by director Lenny Abrahamson and featuring iconic images from the show, Conversations with Friends: The Scripts contains the complete screenplays of the acclaimed television drama based on Sally Rooney's bestselling debut novel.'An utter joy to watch, as well as an audacious conversation-starter.' Telegraph'If you're looking for a love story to leave you warm and fuzzy, as well as broken-hearted all at once, then you've got it in spades right here.' Metro'One of the best new shows of the year.' Time'An absorbing exploration of commitment, friendship, and romantic love.' VulturePraise for Conversations with Friends'Brilliant, funny and startling.' Guardian 'Witty, subversive and wise.' Sunday Times 'A sharp, darkly funny comment on modern relationships.' Sunday Telegraph 'So good I felt something akin to grief the moment I finished it' Daily Mail 'A witty, nuanced and perfectly observed novel of modern love and friendship.' Observer, Books of the Year 'An addictive, funny and truthful novel about love and literature.' Metro

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A lavish and definitive view of the oceanic world - accompanying the landmark 7-part BBC series narrated by Sir David Attenborough. With over 200 breath-taking photographs and stills from the BBC Natural History Unit's spectacular footage, this awe-inspiring study of life below the surface will amaze and enthral.'Jaw-dropping' - Variety'Substantial and awe-inspiring' - Publishers Weekly'Breath-taking' -- ***** Reader review'An incredible book and a must buy' -- ***** Reader review'Outstanding' -- ***** Reader review*************************************************************************Take a deep breath and dive into the mysteries of the ocean...Our understanding of ocean life has changed dramatically in the last decade, with new species, new behaviours, and new habitats being discovered at a rapid rate. Blue Planet II, which accompanies the epic BBC 7-part series, is a ground-breaking new look at the richness and variety of underwater life across our planet.From ambush hunters such as the carnivorous bobbit worm to cuttlefish mesmerising their prey with a pulsating light display, Blue Planet II reveals the never-before-seen secrets of the ocean.With over 200 breath-taking photographs and stills from the BBC Natural History Unit's spectacular footage, each chapter of Blue Planet II brings to life a different habitat of the oceanic world.As well as shining a light on ocean life, coral reef and arctic ice communities and shoreline existence, Blue Planet II examines unflinchingly what the future holds for our ocean dwellers. It's a book that will amaze, educate, captivate and astound.

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Meet Generation Hope, young activists around the globe who are acting now to save the world. THE BOOK ACTIVIST'S BOOK OF THE MONTH (SEPT 2020): "If you are looking for a book to inspire the young people in your life that they do have the power to make change for the better, then this is it." Generation Hope: You(th) Can Make a Difference introduces 20 global issues and many change-makers, like Greta Thunberg, who are doing something to make the world a better place. Generation Hope looks at everything from climate change and plastic pollution to radical kindness and animal welfare. Facts, stats and practical tips for taking action are laid out in a clear graphic style, with issues explained in a bite-sized, easy-to-read way. Full-colour glossy paperback - the perfect gift for any young person who cares about the future of the world - give them the gift of inspiration! More praise for Generation Hope "Dynamic and visually appealing, this book inspires young people to think, not only about the planet and the impact that humanity is having upon it, but also about the ways in which we treat each other." LoveReading Issues covered include: eco-preneurs gender equality and children’s rights nature and wildlife conservation hunger and homelessness eco-anxiety and mental health recycling and reuse The young activists profiled include: Greta Thunberg Marley Dias Bana Alabed Mikaila Ulmer Millie Bobby Brown And many more!

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The form of international regulation which dominated world politics for more than forty years has collapsed, while no alternative has yet emerged. The end of the Cold War has created new opportunities for developing an international order based upon the principles of legality and democracy. But if these opportunities are not seized, there is the danger that force will again prevail in the settings of international politics, both within Europe and beyond. The contributors to this volume offer an analysis of the contemporary conjuncture in international politics and present an alternative model of international organization: cosmopolitan democracy. This model is based upon the recognition of the continuing significance of nation-states, while arguing for a layer of governance that would constitute a limitation on national sovereignty. The case is made for the creation of new cosmopolitan institutions which would coexist with the system of states but would override states in clearly defined spheres of activity. The term democracy in this context refers not merely to the formal construction of new democratic institutions, but also the possibility of broad civic participation in decision-making and the redistribution of power at regional and global levels. The six essays which comprise this volume present a highly original overview of the key international issues of our times as well as a novel agenda for the extension of democracy on a transnational basis. The contributors are Norberto Bobbio, Luigi Bonanate, Mary Kaldor, David Held, Daniele Archibugi and Richard Falk.

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At 102 years of age, Louise Tobin is one of the last surviving musicians of the Swing Era. Born in Aubrey, Texas, in 1918, she grew up in a large family that played music together. She once said that she fell out of the cradle singing and all she ever wanted to do was to sing. And sing she did. She sang with Benny Goodman and also performed vocals for such notables as Will Bradley, Bobby Hackett, Harry James (her first husband), Johnny Mercer, Lionel Hampton, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Peanuts Hucko (her second husband), and Fletcher Henderson.Based on extensive oral history interviews and archival research, Texas Jazz Singer recalls both the glamour and the challenges of life on the road and onstage during the golden age of swing and beyond. As it traces American music through the twentieth century, Louise Tobin's story provides insight into the challenges musicians faced to sustain their careers during the cultural revolution and ever-changing styles and tastes in music.In this absorbing biography, music historian Kevin Edward Mooney offers readers a view of a remarkable life in music, told from the vantage point of the woman who lived it. Rather than simply making Tobin an emblem for women in jazz of the big band era, Mooney concentrates instead on Tobin's life, her struggles and successes, and in doing so captures the particular sense of grace that resonates throughout each phase of Tobin's notable career.

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Show your friends and loved ones how fabulous they are with this DIY fill-in-the-blank gift book inspired by Jonathan, Tan, Bobby, Antoni, and Karamo from Queer Eye. Let your loved ones know-the Queer Eye way-just how much they mean to you with this unique and customizable fill-in-the-blank book. Once you fill in the prompts, it becomes a personalized gift full of charming, memorable, and encouraging expressions of affection for your favorite friend or significant other. This officially licensed book also features full-color photos from the series throughout. © 2023 Scout Productions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Celebrate your love for all things Queer Eye with this officially licensed talking button, featuring inspirational and fun phrases from Jonathan, Tan, Bobby, Antoni, and Karamo.- Specifications: 3-inch talking button with popular phrases from the Fab Five- Mini Book Included: 48-page mini book with profiles of the Fab Five, fun facts about the show, and full-color photos- Perfect Gift for Queer Eye fans: A must-have gift for fans of Queer Eye or anyone in need of inspiration- Officially Licensed: Authentic collectibleIncludes button or coin cell batteries. 2023 Scout Productions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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As a musician and fine arts photographer Diane Asseo Griliches has observed the many distinctive and dynamic ways in which music teachers interact with their students. These 60 black and white photographs capture unique moments in the lively teaching sessions, and the viewer sees great musician/teachers (YoYo Ma, Jimmy Heath, Roman Totenberg, Bobbie McFerrin, and Ravi Shankar, to name but a few) photographed in the act! We are led into a world few have been privileged to share, where one sees the passion, devotion, joy and agony of hard work, the concentration and approval in the faces and body language of students and teachers, and through it all, the pleasures of shared music making. This book involves classical, jazz and ethnic areas of music. Each image is accompanied by a short biography of the teacher as well as a quotation from the teacher or student. All will respond to the very human emotions and the fine photography. This is a book for music lovers and lovers of photography. When one hears the names Yo-Yo Ma, Paula Robison, Bobbie McFerrin, and Ravi Shankar, great musicians immediately spring to mind. What most people do not know is that these dedicated people are also passionate teachers. From intimate one-on-one lessons to larger classroom sessions, these tireless musician/teachers are passing along the secrets of their art to the next generation. In Teaching Musicians, musician and fine arts photographer Diane Asseo Griliches leads us into a world few have been privileged to enter. The students are sensitive, vulnerable, reaching for confidence and achievement, and the teachers are encouraging with humor, critical commentary, generous guidance, or excited demonstration. The dynamic exchanges between student and teacher are observed through body language, facial expressions, and commentary. These convey much in attitude and approach, and through these intense photographic images one can experience the importance of the making of a musician. The photographer has entered into the other life of these fine musicians -- the life as a teacher -- and captured these moments for posterity. We also learn something of the life of these teachers, and relish what they or their students have to say.

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This collection of colorful, whimsical hat patterns for toddlers and young children includes some of the most creative designs you will ever see. These knitted beanies go way beyond bobbles and ruffles to knitted roses, leaves, strawberries, penguins, kittens, and other adornments. With 36 projects in a wide range of styles and difficulty levels, readers are sure to find the perfect hat in this collection. From the simple black and yellow striped "Busy Bee" hat to elaborate creations like "The Tea Party," which features a miniature teapot and jam tarts, these designs will delight both children and the knitters in their lives.

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A celebration of animals and their habitats around the world, with art by award-winning illustrator Sam BrewsterWalk This Wild World celebrates the wondrous diversity of animal life around the globe. With stunning artwork by Sam Brewster, travel to a new habitat and continent with every turn of the page. See polar bears in the Arctic tundra, elephants in the Serengeti grasslands, bobcats in the Sonoran Desert, gorillas in the Congo jungle, and much more. Complete with more than eighty flaps, this book is the perfect gift for all young animal lovers, and the incredible facts throughout ensure this title will be read again and again.

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Why do cats purr? How much can you learn about a cat’s mood from the direction it flicks its tail? How do cats show trust with their eyes? Why do cats rub against their owners’ legs? Arranged in chapters covering physical characteristics, senses, lifecycle and behaviour, Cats features a huge range of breeds from all around the world. From Siamese to Russian Blue, Manx to American Bobtail, Burmese to Bombay, the book expertly explores and celebrates this most beloved pet. With fascinating captions on every page, even cat lovers will learn something new. Cats is a brilliant examination in 150 outstanding colour photographs.

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As civil war continues to break out in the Galactic Alliance, terrorism begins to drive the Alliance towards ever more repressive laws. Families find themselves divided, and old friendships are torn apart. But the bitterest enemy can be your own flesh and blood - and your foe can turn out to be your only ally. Old enemies Han Solo and Boba Fett are drawn together as they both learn some harsh truths about their own kin, while Luke and Mara Skywalker fear for their only son, Ben, when his Jedi Master, Jacen Solo, makes a dangerous choice that shocks both families and the galaxy at large.

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Half a century on from his Wembley hat-trick, England World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst risks controversy as he narrows down football's finest to a select 50.Which of his 1966 teammates have earned their place among the all-time greats? Would he have had Franz Beckenbauer in his XI ahead of Bobby Moore? What are his memories of playing against Pelé and Eusébio? And which England stars of later generations would Sir Geoff have loved to play alongside?With first-hand tales of former teammates and rivals, along with tributes to those he's admired from the terraces, Geoff Hurst's Greats is essential reading for football fans of all ages.

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The official novelization of the summer blockbuster Godzilla: King of the Monsters, the latest film in the MonsterverseTM franchise, starring Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, with Ken Watanabe and Ziyi Zhang. Godzilla: King of the Monsters follows the heroic efforts of the cryptozoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and its ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species - thought to be mere myths - rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance.

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Take a nostalgic trip back to a time when children played on the street, the local bobby could clip your ear and anywhere beyond Bridlington was an exotic holiday. Awwww, the old days. A time when grime were fashionable, school sports a menace and exotic holidays were anywhere you couldn’t cycle to. Take a nostalgic trip back to a time before risk assessment and child welfare, when teachers could belt you over the backside with any hard object smaller than a kettle, and kids could buy fireworks and light casual bonfires. Jam-packed with photos that could be never taken today. Children pose on walls, lean out of high-speed fairground rides and sit happily in the middle of road junctions.

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The first eight years of Penelope McGee's education have been a curriculum in humiliation. From her kindergarten self-portrait as a bacon with bobbs, to fourth grade when she peed her pants in the library thanks to a stuck zipper to seventh grade where...well, she doesn't talk about seventh grade. Ever.After hearing the guidance counsellor lecturing them on how high school will be a clean slate for everyone, Pipi--fearing that her eight humiliations will follow her into the halls of Northbrook High School--decides to use her last year in middle school to right the wrongs of her early education and save other innocents from the same picked-on, laughed-at fate. Pipi McGee is seeking redemption, but she'll take revenge, too.

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After another four anxious years of waiting and watching the World Cup is finally here. Four years after Bobby Moore famously lifted the Jules Rimey trophy at Wembley, England are once again due to pit their skills in arguably the planet's greatest sporting spectacle. "History of the World Cup" brings together not only a record of the global game since the formation of FIFA and the first official competition in 1930, it will also cover chronologically every tournament, match and goal scored making this a must for all sports trivia addicts! With full colour action photography throughout and additional information on the players and managers "History of the World Cup" will become an invaluable record of the greatest football tournament of them all.

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A unique Scottish colouring book suitable for adults as well as children featuring 23 of the festival city's most iconic places, including: Edinburgh Castle * Victoria Street * Grassmarket * St Giles * National Museum of Scotland * The Mound and Ramsay Gardens * Calton Hill * Old Town * Usher Hall * Balmoral Hotel * Scott Monument and Princes Street Gardens * West Register House * Holyrood Palace * HMS Britannia * Ocean Terminal & Botanic Gardens * New Town * Dean Village * Arthur's Seat * Scottish Parliament * Zoo * Greyfriars Bobby * The Shore, Leith * The Meadows. Eilidh Muldoon's illustrations are ideal for all levels of colouring - plenty of intricate detail for those who like a colouring challenge, yet simple enough for those with less patience to create beautiful colour artwork in a short time.

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Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Kirsty is so excited to visit Rachel for a weekend and even more excited to visit The Fernandos' Fabulous Funfair! But Jack Frost wants a funfair all to himself and he's stolen the Funfair Fairies magic keyring to make it happen. Can Kirsty and Rachel defeat him, before the funfair is totally wrecked!'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comRead all four fairy adventures in the Funfair Fairies set! Rae the Rollercoaster Fairy; Fatima the Face-Painting Fairy; Paloma the Dodgems Fairy; Bobbi the Bouncy Castle Fairy.If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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The first novel in Ellroy's extraordinary Underworld USA Trilogy as featured on BBC Radio 4's A Good Read. 1958. America is about to emerge into a bright new age – an age that will last until the 1000 days of John F Kennedy's presidency. Three men move beneath the glossy surface of power, men allied to the makers and shakers of the era. Pete Bondurant – Howard Hughes's right-hand man, Jimmy Hoffa's hitman. Kemper Boyd – employed by J Edgar Hoover to infiltrate the Kennedy clan. Ward Littell – a man seeking redemption in Bobby Kennedy's drive against organised crime. The festering discount of the age that burns brightly in these men's hearts will go into supernova as the Bay of Pigs ends in calamity, the Mob clamours for payback and the 1000 days ends in brutal quietus in 1963.

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Sir Steve Redgrave shares the inspiring sports stories and his own experiences that he believes get to the very heart of what it takes to succeed. From Roger Bannister's record-breaking four-minute mile to Jonny Wilkinson's sensational drop kick, Steve pays tribute to the heroes of sport and assesses what it is that led them to achieve their goals. Packed with entertaining tales of sporting greats such as Muhammad Ali, Brian Clough, Cathy Freeman, Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods and Bobby Charlton, this book celebrates the fascinating figures and moments of brilliance that can inspire us and motivate us all to make our wildest dreams a magnificent reality.

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Discover ghostly history right in the heart of the Bluegrass State. Visit Bobby Mackey's haunted music world where you may see the headless ghost of Pearl Bryan. Pull up a chair to dine with the ghost of Jesse James at the Talbott Tavern, but watch out...he likes to startle diners. Head over to the Old Jailer's Inn to spend the night where condemned prisoners scream and ghostly figures wander from room to room. Whether you hunger for a taste of the grisly and macabre or just want to be entertained by a good, old-fashioned ghost yarn, Kentucky is the place for you. Just don't say we didn't warn you…

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Designed for all skill levels, this crafter's companion features fun and versatile patterns for baby clothes, with simple projects that can be completed in just a weekend. Beginners will appreciate the advice on getting started and essential techniques, while experienced crocheters will enjoy the range of different effects created in these garments, such as chunky textured fabric and delicate lacy patterns.Twenty-four projects make use of a wide selection of available yarns, from pure cotton pastels to soft and colourful wools. Designs include classic sweaters and tops, a duffle coat, a lacy cardigan, a ski-style bobble hat and scarf set, bootees and even some cute toys. Each project has clear instructions and full information on yarns, stitches and techniques, plus beautiful photographs of the finished garment.

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A warm, tender and funny story about unlikely friendships, second chances, and the magic of soul music *Selected as a book of 2024 by the Guardian and New Statesman**''A book of rare charm by a writer who understands the magic of music'' Ian Rankin''An entertaining tale of grit, fecklessness and Northern Soul'' Daily Telegraph''The book you didn''t know you need'' Bobby Palmer''A tale of soul music and second chances'' Guardian''The laureate of friendship, a chronicler of unexpected, transformative connection'' Wendy Erskine''A meditation on grief, love, and the redemptive power of music'' Observer____________________________________Dinah has always lived in Scarborough. Trapped with her feckless husband and useless son, her one release comes at her town's Northern Soul nights, where she gets to put on her best and lose herself in the

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In the first stand-alone picture book from the creator of the bestselling Magnolia Says DON'T! books, a giraffe's self-esteem is tested during a hilarious confrontation between unlikely look-alikes!Everybody loves Leopold the giraffe. He inspires awe and wonder. His adoring fans gaze and cheer. Best of all, they feed him lots of deeeelicious snacks! But, one day, a shiny, bobble-headed new rival comes in and ruins everything...a giraffe-shaped balloon! Just how far will Leopold go to prove that he's the hero of the zoo? Readers learn that actions speak far louder than looks in this laugh-out-loud face-off from Elise Parsley--the New York Times bestselling creator of If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't!

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Cowls, infinity scarves, long tube scarves, and neck warmers are fresh, modern takes on the scarf, and you’ll want to create them all from this fun and fashion-forward collection for circular needles. With circular needles you are always moving forward, with no need to flip from front to back—and no seams—so you’ll whip them up in no time! Everything from light, lacy cowls airy enough to be worn in summer to big and chunky cables and bobbles. Intriguing entrelac and dazzling colorwork designs—including bold striping, geometric patterns, and Fair Isle. Wide range of patterns built on basic stitches and using widely available yarns, including popular self-striping yarn. Stitch and technique guide includes step-by-step photos.

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Bonkers dreams, people speaking in languages they don't understand, pillars of fire and cloud leading people on an epic journey, human sat-navs, a bouncing baby, and a whole lot of 'Fruit of the Spirit' (whatever that means!) - the Bible is full of amazing stories about the Holy Spirit.Sometimes when we talk about God as three in one - Father, Son and Holy Spirit - it can be a bit mind-bobbling. Who is the Holy Spirit, after all? As we'll discover, He gets up to come incredible stuff throughout the Bible, and also in and through us today!With a cliff-hanger ending to each story and a Bible hint for finding out what happened next, jump into 50 of the zappiest stories in the Bible in an unforgettable way.Ready to zap your way through the Bible? Come on in!

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Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Kirsty is so excited to visit Rachel for a weekend and even more excited to visit The Fernandos' Fabulous Funfair! But Jack Frost wants a funfair all to himself and he's stolen the Funfair Fairies magic keyring to make it happen. Can Kirsty and Rachel defeat him, before the funfair is totally wrecked! 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com Read all four fairy adventures in the Funfair Fairies set! Rae the Rollercoaster Fairy; Fatima the Face-Painting Fairy; Paloma the Dodgems Fairy; Bobbi the Bouncy Castle Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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New essays demonstrate Gower's mastery of the three languages of medieval England, and provide a thorough exploration of the voices he used and the discourses in which he participated. John Gower wrote in three languages - Latin, French, and English - and their considerable and sometimes competing significance in fourteenth-century England underlies his trilingualism. The essays collected in this volume start from Gower as trilingual poet, exploring Gower's negotiations between them - his adaptation of French sources into his Latin poetry, for example - as well as the work of medieval translators who made Gower's French poetry availablein English. "Translation" is also considered more broadly, as a "carrying over" (its etymological sense) between genres, registers, and contexts, with essays exploring Gower's acts of translation between the idioms of varied literary and non-literary forms; and further essays investigate Gower's writings from literary, historical, linguistic, and codicological perspectives. Overall, the volume bears witness to Gower's merit and his importance to English literary history, and increases our understanding of French and Latin literature composed in England; it also makes it possible to understand and to appreciate fully the shape and significance of Gower's literary achievement and influence, which have sometimes suffered in comparison to Chaucer. ELISABETH DUTTON is Fellow of Worcester College, Oxford. Contributors: Elisabeth Dutton, Jean Pascal Pouzet, Ethan Knapp, Carolyn P. Collette,Elliot Kendall, Robert R. Edwards, George Shuffleton, Nigel Saul, David Carlson, Candace Barrington, Andreea Boboc, Tamara F. O'Callaghan, Stephanie Batkie, Karla Taylor, Brian Gastle, Matthew Irvin, Peter Nicholson, J.A. Burrow,Holly Barbaccia, Kim Zarins, Richard F. Green, Cathy Hume, John Bowers, Andrew Galloway, R.F. Yeager, Martha Driver

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Using many of the same techniques that make Corner-to-Corner (C2C) crochet so popular, Center-to-Corner crochet begins each piece at the center and works to the outside edge. 7 great designs are included. Market Bag is made with simple chain spaces within the basic Center-to-Corner stitch to create an openwork bag. Cables and puff stitch bobbles add texture to half double crochet fabric in Cable Corners Afghan. You can also find a delicate doily with a floral center and corners with diamonds set in lace, along with a triangle shawl worked from center back neck to lower edge with openwork—the stitch creates its own saw tooth edge.

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Got a mystery to solve? Jigsaw Jones is on the case. When Bobby Solofsky is accused of stealing the grand prize for a pet talent show, it's up to Jigsaw to clear his greatest rival's name. Soon, more things start to go missing at the pet store and Jigsaw enters his own dog into the contest to solve the case. Can he find the prize medal in time for the competition? Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter books from James Preller have it all. Now back in print with refreshed covers, the Jigsaw Jones series is available again for a new generation of readers! This title has Common Core connections.

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The great religious poetry of R. S. Thomas and the poetry of the former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams is rooted in a remarkable late-twentieth-century tradition of spiritual poetry in Wales that includes figures as different as Saunders Lewis and Vernon Watkins, Waldo Williams and Bobi Jones. Examining this body of work in detail, the present study demonstrates how the different theological outlooks of the poets was reflected in their choice of form, style and vocabulary, highlighting a literary culture that was highly unusual in its rejection of a prevailing secularisation in the UK, Western Europe and the USA.

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Imaginemos un tablero de ajedrez en un parque cualquiera. Imaginemos que este tablero es, al mismo tiempo, otro situado muy lejos de allí, en Reikiavik. Y que los dos hombres que juegan en ese parque y en ese tablero, Waterloo y Bailén, en realidad juegan a ser otros: el indómito y genial Bobby Fischer contra Boris Spasski, tan elegante y sensible como discreto. Todo esto está sucediendo ahora, sí, pero al mismo tiempo en el verano de 1972, durante el campeonato del mundo de ajedrez más famoso de la historia. De pronto, un adolescente se detiene ante ese tablero, mueve una pieza. La partida ha comenzado, y algo nos dice que la vida de ese muchacho está a punto de cambiar para siempre.

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Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, the fan-favorite Star Wars movie, with this deluxe special edition dedicated to the making of the iconic film. Inside its pages is an in-depth look at how George Lucas expanded the saga with new environments such as Hoth and Cloud City, and new characters like Lando Calrissian, Boba Fett, and Yoda. It also includes comments from the cast and crew involved in the making of the film, including Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher. See how scenes such as the Rebels battle against the AT-ATs was created and learn more about how Luke Skywalker's battle against Darth Vader was filmed in a must-have item for every Star Wars fans collection!

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Shipwrecked on the shores of a strange new country, Betsy Bobbin and her loyal mule Hank decide to help the Shaggy Man in his quest to find his missing brother. Aided by Tik-Tok the Clockwork Man and Queen Ann’s failed Army of Oogaboos, their path leads them into the underground kingdom of the Nomes, where danger and disaster are never far from view. Will they ever find the Shaggy Man’s brother? Book 8 of the 15 book series by L. Frank Baum. Journey through the magical world of Oz with Dorothy and friends with these beloved timeless classics.

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The most comprehensive and user-friendly photographic field guide to the world’s wildcats and hyenasFrom the Leopard Cat of Asia, the Black-footed Cat of Africa, and the Amur Tiger of Siberia to South America’s Ocelots and North America’s Bobcats, the wildcats known as felids are among the most fascinating and spectacular of all animals. This stunningly illustrated book is the most comprehensive and user-friendly guide to the world’s felids and their often misunderstood relative, the hyenas. Covering and illustrating every species and subspecies, the guide features more than 150 superb full-color plates that incorporate more than 600 photographs and show species in similar poses for quick and easy comparison. Drawing on the latest taxonomy and research, the facing-page species accounts provide distribution maps, common and scientific names, and detailed information on key identification features, distribution, behavior, reproduction, similar species, habitat, conservation status, and where to observe each species. An ideal field companion for use anywhere in the world, the book will appeal to both casual nature enthusiasts and seasoned professionals. Covers 41 felids and 4 hyenas—every species and subspecies in the world Features more than 150 color plates incorporating more than 600 photos Depicts species in similar poses for quick and easy comparisons Provides key identification information in detailed, facing-page species accounts Uses the latest taxonomy Includes easy-to-read distribution maps and tips on where to observe each species

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'Football matters, as poetry does to some people and alcohol does to others...Football is inherent in the people...There is more eccentricity in deliberately disregarding it than in devoting a life to it. The way we play the game, organize it and reward it reflects the kind of community we are' Written just two years after England's '66 triumph when the national game was at its zenith, Arthur Hopcraft's The Football Man is repeatedly quoted as the best book ever written about the sport. This definitive, magisterial study of football and society profiles includes interviews with all-time greats like Bobby Charlton, George Best, Alf Ramsay, Stanley Matthews, Matt Busby and Nat Lofthouse. It is a snapshot of a pivotal era in sporting history; changes and decisions were made in the sixties that would create the game we know today. For many who are disenchanted with the modern game - the grip of businesses and corporations, the dominance of advertising, the extortionate ticket prices and inaccessible matches, the fickleness of teenage millionaires - The Football Man takes the reader back to the heart and soul of the national game when pitches were muddy and the players were footballers not brands. Voted in May 2005 as one of Observer's top sports books of all time, this is a long-awaited reissue of the classic football 'bible'. 'Masterpiece among sports books' Guardian 'It remains one of my favourite football reads' Graham Taylor

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A must-have book for any Cavs fan, Cleveland Cavaliers A- Z is compiled alphabetically for easy accessibility. The book offers a complete history of the franchise and includes hundreds of different items of interest.After the Cavaliers were founded as an expansion team in 1970, the team and its fans endured a league-worst 15-67 record in the inaugural season under head coach Bill Fitch. That gave the Cavs the first pick in the 1971 NBA Draft, which they used on Notre Dame’s Austin Carr, who joined a Cavaliers team that already had expansion draftee Bobby “Bingo” Smith. An influx of talent that included Jim Cleamons, Jim Chones, and Dick Snyder eventually led to the team’s first-ever playoff appearance in 1975-76--including the “Miracle of Richfield” against the Washington Bullets.Since then Cavs fans have witnessed the first and second comings of LeBron James and two trips to the NBA Finals. Through savvy draft picks and trades, the Cavs are one of the most consistently successful franchises in the league.Cleveland Cavaliers A- Z brings you the history of the Cavs and will delight those with a penchant for sports trivia with its array of facts and heightened attention to detail. From Gary Alexander to Tyler Zeller, this book has all the information Cavs fans would ever want to know about their team.

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Por qué durante el siglo XX hubo intelectuales que consiguieron resistir a la seducción totalitaria de la cesión de libertad? Qué cualidades capacitaron a estas personas para no cejar, incluso en circunstancias adversas, en la defensa de las ideas que sirven de fundamento a las libertades? Para responder a estas preguntas, este libro emprende un viaje de exploración a las fuentes del espíritu liberal. Pero en vez de proponer un nuevo ensayo teórico sobre la libertad, se detiene en la figura de esos intelectuales que resistieron y en los tiempos de pruebas que les tocó vivir.A los protagonistas de estas páginas (Isaiah Berlin, Karl Popper, Raymond Aron y Norberto Bobbio, entre otros) el autor propone llamarlos erasmistas. Fueron, como Erasmo, amigos de la libertad, y de su ejemplo cabe extraer algunas lecciones para una ética de la libertad: . estar dispuesto a vivir con las contradicciones y conflictos del mundo humano, tener la disciplina de un espectador comprometido, que no se de

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Mark Anchovy: pizza delivery boy and private detective is on a new mission - to Japan!'Hilarious and exciting' The Scotsman'LOVE this proper funny series ... Funny, fast-paced adventure with loads of cheese (the good kind!)' Pamela ButchartColin Kingsley, AKA Mark Anchovy, has a lot on his plate. And it's not just fishy pizza . . .The pizza delivery boy turned detective is in Japan to track down Lord Bobo, an English gameshow host whois missing. Worryingly, a bloodthirsty butler is after him. More worryingly, he has a new apprentice to train: his sister, Alicia.Has the world's busiest pizza detective bitten off more than he can chew?Read more of the Mark Anchovy adventures for fast-paced and food-filled hilarity:MARK ANCHOVY: PIZZA DETECTIVE - out now!MARK ANCHOVY: WAR AND PIZZA - out now!

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This collection of six plays by one of South Africa’s leading playwrights and actors features works written between 1984 and 1993. Slabolepszy is a master of dialogue, capturing the essence of the personality and speech patterns of his protagonists in language that is often dramatic, frequently funny, sometimes tragic and always entertaining.The works included are Under the Oaks, Over the Hill, Boo to the Moon, Smallholding, Mooi Street Moves and The Return of Elvis du Pisanie.Elvis won Slabolespzy the 1992/93 IGI Life Vita Award for Play of the Year and, together with Mooi Street Moves, gained him the Vita Playwright of the Year award.This collection is introduced by Robert Greig, a well-known theatre critic, and by Bobby Heaney, who has been involved in the evolution of several of Slabolepszy’s plays.

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A graphic novel-style retelling with full-color images and dialogue from Star Wars: The Mandalorian on Disney+! After rescuing the child from the Empire, The Mandalorian Din Djarin has vowed to reunite Grogu with the mysterious Jedi. But while on his quest, Moff Gideon and his dark troopers recapture Grogu and take him aboard an Imperial Starcruiser! Will the Mandalorian and his allies Cara Dune, Boba Fett, and Bo-Katan be able to rescue Grogu? This 80-paged graphic novel features a complete retelling of Chapter 16: The Rescue from the Star Wars: The Mandalorian series on Disney+. With final frames and dialogue from the series in vibrant full color, This Screen Comix will delight boys and girls ages 8 to 11 and Star Wars fans of all ages.

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