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Canelo An Honourable Thief: A must-read historical crime
Book SynopsisIntroducing Jonas Flynt. Gambler. Thief. Killer. Man of honour.Longlisted for the McIlvanney Prize 2023'Fast, furious and with a glint of gallows humour, this is high-octane historical fiction' Daily Mail'Swashbuckling action against a vivid historical backdrop. I loved this book' Ian Rankin‘High adventure meets espionage thriller as Jonas Flynt battles the tide of history and the deadly secrets of his own past…’ D. V. Bishop, author of City of Vengeance1715. Jonas Flynt, ex-soldier and reluctant member of the Company of Rogues, a shady intelligence group run by ruthless spymaster Nathaniel Charters, is ordered to recover a missing document. Its contents could prove devastating in the wrong hands.On her deathbed, the late Queen Anne may have promised the nation to her half-brother James, the Old Pretender, rather than the new king, George I. But the will has been lost. It may decide the fate of the nation.The crown must recover it at all costs.The trail takes Jonas from the dark and dangerous streets of London to an Edinburgh in chaos. He soon realises there are others on the hunt, and becomes embroiled in a long overdue family reunion, a jail break and a brutal street riot.When secrets finally come to light, about the crown and about his own past, Jonas will learn that some truths, once discovered, can never be untold…An atmospheric and utterly compelling blend of crime, history and thriller, to delight fans of S. J. Parris, Andrew Taylor and C. J. Sansom.Praise for An Honourable Thief 'Reads like a genuine eighteenth century spy novel. I see a long future for Jonas Flynt' Ambrose Parry, author of The Way of All Flesh'Anyone who enjoys a good historical mystery and likes an edgy, charismatic protagonist is going to love the adventures of Douglas Skelton’s new hero, Jonas Flynt’ S.G. MacLean, author of The Seeker'An absolute triumph ... Five stars from me, and I look forward to reading more of Jonas's adventures' James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author'Historical crime fiction at its absolute best. I loved it!’ Marion Todd, author of the Detective Clare Mackay series'Pitch-perfect stuff. Like all great historical novels you'll feel you're there! This is a departure for Skelton, who seems born to write high-end historical fiction’ Denzil Meyrick, author of the DCI Daley thrillers'Uniquely combines a page-turning thriller with a perfectly evoked sense of time and place. Powerful stuff from a master of his craft' Craig Russell, author of Hyde'Skelton’s mastery of time and place inhabited with richly drawn characters is a delight. It held me to the last tantalising page’ David Gilman, author of The Englishman‘Jonas Flynt is one of those characters you’ll be rooting for from the very first chapter ... it looks like Skelton has found a new home writing first-class historical fiction’ Alison Belsham, author of The Tattoo Thief'This is a fascinating, totally engrossing historical novel. Flynt is a most attractive, three-dimensional character and the same is true of the world he moves through. A brilliant, most enjoyable read’ Paul Doherty, author of The Nightingale Gallery‘A cracking historical drama with breathless pacing and knuckle-chewing tension, all shot through with Skelton’s deft characterisation and flashes of pitch-black humour. The perfect read to lose yourself in’ Neil Broadfoot, author of Falling Fast
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SPCK Publishing The Blockbuster Bible
Book SynopsisA fun, creative film-themed Bible to engage with God's great story.Trade Review"A superb overview of the Bible, which tells its overarching story in an engaging and accessible way." -- Vaughan Roberts, Church Minister and DirectorTable of ContentsSpecial Features The Making of the Bible Page 6–7The Big Story of the Bible Page 8–9 The Old TestamentAct 1: In the Beginning Scene 1: VIP Humankind Page 12–13Red Carpet: God makes humans most important part of creation.Scene 2: Living with God Page 14–15Two Hands: Humans live with God in harmony. Act 2: Spoiled by SinScene 1: The Fall Page 16–17Back Turned: Humans sin by rejecting God’s authority.Scene 2: Sin and Death Spread Page 18–21Gravestones: Sin rots the world and leads to death. Act 3: CovenantsScene 1: God’s Promises Page 22–25Wedding Rings: God promises to help his world.Scene 2: The Abrahamic Covenant Page 26–27Stars: God makes three promises to Abraham, including countless people.Act 4: Nation IsraelScene 1: God’s Cast Family Page 28–39Family Tree: Abraham’s family learns of God’s faithfulness.Scene 2: God’s Rescue Page 40–43Rescue Ring: God saves Israel from slavery in Egypt.Scene 3: God’s Special Effects Page 44–47Gifts: God blesses his rescued people at Mount Sinai.Scene 4: God’s Location Scout Page 48–51Milk and Honey: Spies explore the Promised Land, but Israel rebels.Scene 5: God’s Stage Page 52–55Rubble: Israel trusts God to act for them, and they conquer cities.Scene 6: God’s Judges Page 56–61Downward Trend: Israel rejects God, suffers, prays, and gets new leaders.Scene 7: God’s Kings Page 62–71Crown: Kings lead Israel, but few love and trust God. Act 5: Prophets and Kings Scene 1: Warning and Hope! Page 72–91Signposts: Prophets guide Israel and its kings to love and trust God.Scene 2: Glimpses of the Messiah Page 92–95Binoculars: Prophets see God’s Chosen One who will rescue his people. The New Testament Act 6: The Promised King Scene 1: The Son of… Page 98–103DNA: Jesus is born into the promised family line with the right titles.Scene 2: The Friend of Sinners Page 104–109Trash: Jesus comes to call people who know they are sinners.Scene 3: The Man of Superpowers Page 110–117Lightning Bolt: Jesus has miraculous powers over God’s world.Scene 4: The Preacher of Parables Page 118–125Teacher’s Hat: Jesus teaches people God’s ways.Scene 5: The Servant of Many Page 126–139Crown of Thorns: Jesus is the suffering king who rescues his people. Act 7: Global GospelScene 1: Go, Go, Go! Page 140–141Weather Vane: Jesus sends his disciples North, South, East and West.Scene 2: New Preachers Page 142–151Recycled: The Holy Spirit renews disciples, who spread good news Act 8: New CreationScene 1: Nation Humankind Page 152–153Happy People: God’s countless people live with him and praise him.Scene 2: God’s New Eden Page 154–155Tree of Life: People live with God forever after Jesus returns as judge. Cast List Page 156–157Glossary Page 158–159Credits Page 160
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John Wiley & Sons Inc TemperatureResponsive Polymers
Book SynopsisAn authoritative resource that offers an understanding of the chemistry, properties and applications of temperature-responsive polymers With contributions from a distinguished panel of experts, Temperature-Responsive Polymers puts the focus on hydrophilic polymers capable of changing their physicochemical properties in response to changes in environmental temperature. The contributors review the chemistry of these systems, and discuss a variety of synthetic approaches for preparation of temperature-responsive polymers, physicochemical methods of their characterisation and potential applications in biomedical areas. The text reviews a wide-variety of topics including: The characterisation of temperature-responsive polymers; Infrared and Raman spectroscopy; Applications of temperature-responsive polymers grafted onto solid core nanoparticles; and much more. The contributors also explore how temperature-responsive polymers can be used in the biomedical fieldTable of ContentsAbout the Editors xiii List of Contributors xv Preface xix Part I Chemistry 1 1 Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide): Physicochemical Properties and Biomedical Applications 3Marzieh Najafi, Erik Hebels,WimE. Hennink, and Tina Vermonden 1.1 Introduction 3 1.2 PNIPAM as Thermosensitive Polymer 4 1.3 Physical Properties of PNIPAM 5 1.3.1 Phase Behavior of PNIPAM in Water/Alcohol Mixtures 5 1.3.2 Effect of Concentration and Molecular Weight of PNIPAM on LCST 5 1.3.3 Effect of Surfactants on LCST 7 1.3.4 Effect of Salts on LCST 7 1.4 Common Methods for Polymerization of NIPAM 8 1.4.1 Free Radical Polymerization 8 1.4.2 Living Radical Polymerization 9 1.4.2.1 ATRP of NIPAM 10 1.4.2.2 RAFT Polymerization of NIPAM 11 1.5 Dual Sensitive Systems 12 1.5.1 pH and Thermosensitive Systems 12 1.5.2 Reduction-Sensitive and Thermosensitive Systems 13 1.5.3 Hybrid-Thermosensitive Materials 13 1.6 Bioconjugation of PNIPAM 15 1.6.1 Protein–PNIPAM Conjugates 16 1.6.2 Peptide–PNIPAM Conjugates 18 1.6.3 Nucleic Acid–PNIPAM Conjugates 21 1.7 Liposome Surface Modification with PNIPAM 21 1.8 Applications of PNIPAM in Cell Culture 22 1.9 Crosslinking Methods for Polymers 23 1.9.1 Crosslinking in PNIPAM-Based Hydrogels 23 1.9.2 Crosslinking of PNIPAM-Based Micelles 26 1.9.2.1 Shell Crosslinked (SCL) 26 1.9.2.2 Core Crosslinked (CCL) 27 1.10 Conclusion and Outlook of Applications of PNIPAM 27 Acknowledgments 28 References 28 2 Thermoresponsive Multiblock Copolymers: Chemistry, Properties and Applications 35Anna P. Constantinou and Theoni K. Georgiou 2.1 Introduction 35 2.2 Chemistry of Thermoresponsive Block-based Copolymers 35 2.3 Architecture, Number of Blocks and Block Sequence 38 2.3.1 Why the Block Structure? 38 2.3.2 Triblock Copolymers 39 2.3.2.1 Micelles 40 2.3.2.2 Gels 45 2.3.2.3 Films and Membranes 52 2.3.3 Tetrablock Copolymers 53 2.3.4 Pentablock Copolymers 54 2.3.4.1 Pluronic®Based 54 2.3.4.2 Non-pluronic Based 56 2.3.5 Multiblock Copolymers 57 2.4 Applications 59 2.5 Conclusions 61 Acknowledgments 61 References 61 3 Star-shaped Poly(2-alkyl-2-oxazolines): Synthesis and Properties 67Andrey V. Tenkovtsev, Alina I. Amirova, and Alexander P. Filippov 3.1 Introduction 67 3.2 Synthesis of Star-shaped Poly(2-alkyl-2-oxazolines) 68 3.3 Properties of Star-shaped Poly(2-alkyl-2-oxazolines) 78 3.4 Conclusions 87 References 88 4 Poly(N-vinylcaprolactam): FromPolymer Synthesis to Smart Self-assemblies 93Fei Liu, Veronika Kozlovskaya, and Eugenia Kharlampieva 4.1 Introduction 93 4.2 Synthesis of PVCL Homo- and Copolymers 93 4.2.1 Synthesis of Statistical PVCL Copolymers 95 4.2.2 Synthesis of PVCL Block Copolymers 97 4.2.3 Other PVCL-based Copolymers 99 4.3 Properties of PVCL in Aqueous Solutions 99 4.3.1 Dependence of the LCST of PVCL on Molecular Weight and Polymer Concentration 99 4.3.2 LCST Dependence on Chemical Composition 100 4.3.3 The Effect of Salt on the PVCL Temperature Response 102 4.3.4 The Effect of Solvent on PVCL Temperature Response 102 4.4 Assembly of PVCL-based Polymers in Solution 102 4.4.1 PVCL Interpolymer Complexes 102 4.4.2 PVCL-based Micelles 103 4.4.3 Self-assembly of PVCL-based Copolymers into Polymersomes 105 4.5 Templated Assemblies of PVCL Polymers 107 4.5.1 Hydrogen-bonded PVCL-based Multilayers 107 4.5.1.1 pH-sensitive Hydrogen-bonded PVCL Multilayers 107 4.5.1.2 Enzymatically Sensitive Hydrogen-bonded PVCL Multilayers 108 4.5.2 Multilayer Hydrogels of PVCL 110 4.6 Outlook and Perspectives 113 Acknowledgment 113 References 114 5 Sodium Alginate Grafted with Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) 121Catalina N. Cheaburu-Yilmaz, Cornelia Vasile, Oana-Nicoleta Ciocoiu, and Georgios Staikos 5.1 Alginic Acid 121 5.1.1 Monomeric and Polymeric Structure of Alginates 121 5.2 Poly(N-Isopropylacrylamide) and Thermoresponsive Properties 122 5.3 Synthesis and Characterization of Alginate-graft-PNIPAM Copolymers 123 5.4 Solution Properties 124 5.4.1 Turbidimetry 124 5.4.2 Fluorescence 124 5.4.3 Rheology 126 5.4.4 Degradability 130 5.4.5 Biocompatibility 131 5.4.5.1 Cytotoxicity 132 5.4.5.2 Pharmaceutical and Medical Applications 135 5.5 Conclusions and Perspectives 137 References 138 6 Multi-stimuli-responsive Polymers Based on Calix[4]arenes and Dibenzo-18-crown-6-ethers 145SzymonWiktorowicz, Heikki Tenhu, and Vladimir Aseyev 6.1 Introduction 145 6.2 Single-stimuli-responsive Polymers 146 6.2.1 Thermo-responsive Polymers in Polar Media 147 6.2.2 pH-responsive Polymers 148 6.2.3 Photoresponsive Polymers 148 6.2.4 Other Single-stimuli-responsive Polymers 150 6.3 Multi-stimuli-responsive Polymers 150 6.4 Poly(azocalix[4]arene)s and Poly(azodibenzo-18-crown-6-ether)s 151 6.4.1 Calixarenes 151 6.4.2 Crown Ethers 152 6.4.3 Structural Units of Poly(azocalix[4]arene)s 153 6.4.4 Structural Units of Poly(azodibenzo-18-crown-6-ether)s 154 6.5 Photoisomerization 154 6.6 Host–guest Interactions 156 6.7 Thermo-responsiveness 158 6.7.1 LCST: Tegylated Poly(azocalix[4]arene)s inWater 158 6.7.2 UCST: Tegylated Poly(azocalix[4]arene)s in Alcohols 159 6.7.3 UCST and Photoisomerization of Tegylated Poly(azocalix[4]arene)s 160 6.7.4 UCST and Poly(azodibenzo-18-crown-6-ether)s 161 6.7.5 UCST and Photoisomerization of Poly(azodibenzo-18-crown-6-ether)s 162 6.7.6 UCST in Water–alcohol Mixtures 162 6.8 Solvatochromism and pH Sensitivity 163 6.9 Summary and Outlook 164 Acknowledgments 165 References 165 Part II Characterization of Temperature-responsive Polymers 175 7 Small-Angle X-ray and Neutron Scattering of Temperature-Responsive Polymers in Solutions 177Sergey K. Filippov, Martin Hruby, and Petr Stepanek 7.1 Introduction 177 7.2 Temperature-responsive Homopolymers 179 7.3 Hydrophobically Modified Polymers 182 7.4 Cross-Linked Temperature-Sensitive Polymers and Gels 184 7.5 Temperature-Responsive Block Copolymers 185 7.6 Hybrid Nanoparticles 187 7.7 Gradient Temperature-Responsive Polymers 188 7.8 Multi-responsive Copolymers 189 7.9 Concluding Remarks 191 Acknowledgments 191 References 191 8 Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy of Temperature-Responsive Polymers 197Yasushi Maeda 8.1 Introduction 197 8.2 Experimental Methods to Measure IR and Raman Spectra of Aqueous Solutions 198 8.3 Poly(N-substituted acrylamide)s 200 8.3.1 Overall Spectral Change 200 8.3.2 Amide Bands 202 8.3.3 C–H Stretching Bands 204 8.3.4 C–D Stretching Band 206 8.4 Poly(vinyl ether)s 207 8.5 Poly(meth)acrylates 208 8.6 Effects of Additives on Phase Behavior 210 8.7 Temperature-Responsive Copolymers and Gels 217 References 222 9 Application of NMR Spectroscopy to Study Thermoresponsive Polymers 225Jiří Spěváček 9.1 Introduction 225 9.2 Coil–Globule Phase Transition and Its Manifestation in NMR Spectra 225 9.3 Temperature Dependences of High-Resolution NMR Spectra: Phase-Separated Fraction p 227 9.4 Multicomponent Polymer Systems 230 9.5 Effects of Low-Molecular-Weight Additives on Phase Transition 234 9.6 Behavior of Water at the Phase Transition 236 9.7 Conclusion 242 Acknowledgment 242 References 242 10 Polarized Luminescence Studies of Nanosecond Dynamics of Thermosensitive Polymers in Aqueous Solutions 249Vladimir D. Pautov, Tatiana N. Nekrasova, Tatiana D. Anan’eva, and Ruslan Y. Smyslov 10.1 Introduction 249 10.2 Theoretical Part 250 10.2.1 Polarization of Luminescence 250 10.2.2 The Use of Polarized Luminescence in the Studies of Nanosecond Dynamics of Macromolecules 253 10.3 Experimental Part 258 10.3.1 Methods of Synthesis of Polymers Containing Luminescent Markers 258 10.3.2 Technique for Measurement of Luminescence Polarization 260 10.3.3 Thermosensitive Water-Soluble Polymers 263 10.3.4 pH and Thermosensitive Water-Soluble Polymers 268 10.3.5 Temperature-Induced Transitions in Polymers in Nonaqueous Solutions 271 10.4 Conclusion 272 References 273 Part III Applications of Temperature-responsive Polymers 279 11 Applications of Temperature-Responsive Polymers Grafted onto Solid Core Nanoparticles 281Edward D. H. Mansfield, Adrian C.Williams, and Vitaliy V. Khutoryanskiy 11.1 Introduction 281 11.2 Silica Nanoparticles 282 11.2.1 pNIPAM-functionalised Silica Nanoparticles 282 11.2.2 Poloxamer-functionalised Silica Nanoparticles 284 11.2.3 Other Polymers 286 11.3 Metallic Nanoparticles 286 11.3.1 pNIPAM-functionalised Metallic Nanoparticles 287 11.3.2 Poloxamer-functionalised Metallic Nanoparticles 288 11.3.3 Elastin-functionalised Metallic Nanoparticles 288 11.3.4 Other Polymer-functionalised Metallic Nanoparticles 289 11.4 Magnetic Nanoparticles 290 11.4.1 pNIPAM-functionalised Magnetic Nanoparticles 290 11.4.2 Poloxamer-functionalised Magnetic Nanoparticles 291 11.4.3 Other TRP-functionalised Magnetic Nanoparticles 293 11.4.4 Summary 293 11.5 Conclusions 294 References 294 12 Temperature-responsive Polymers for Tissue Engineering 301Kenichi Nagase, Masayuki Yamato, and Teruo Okano 12.1 Introduction 301 12.1.1 Thermo-responsive Cell Culture Dishes and Cell Sheets 301 12.1.2 Thermo-responsive Cell Culture Dishes Prepared by Electron-beam-induced Polymerization 302 12.1.3 Thermo-responsive Cell Culture Dishes for Enhancing Cell Adhesion and Proliferation by Immobilized Biological Ligands 303 12.1.4 Thermo-responsive Cell Culture Dish Prepared by Living Radical Polymerization 304 12.1.5 Patterned Thermo-responsive Cell Culture Substrates 306 12.1.6 Thermo-responsive Surfaces for Cell Separation 309 12.2 Conclusions 309 Acknowledgments 309 References 311 13 Thermogel Polymers for Injectable Drug Delivery Systems 313VidhiM. Shah, Duc X. Nguyen, Deepa A. Rao, Raid G. Alany, and AdamW.G. Alani 13.1 Introduction 313 13.2 Pluronics® 314 13.3 Polyester-based Polymers 315 13.4 Chitosan and Derivatives 317 13.5 Polypeptides 318 13.6 Clinical Application of Thermogel Polymers 319 13.6.1 Ocular Delivery 319 13.6.2 Nasal Delivery 320 13.6.3 Antitumor Delivery/Drug Delivery Systems 321 13.7 Summary 323 References 323 14 Thermoresponsive Electrospun Polymer-based (Nano)fibers 329Mariliz Achilleos and Theodora Krasia-Christoforou 14.1 Introduction 329 14.2 Basic Principles of Electrospinning 330 14.3 PNIPAM-based Electrospun (Nano)fibers 332 14.3.1 Temperature-triggered Wettability 332 14.3.2 Biomedicine 335 14.3.2.1 Drug Delivery 336 14.3.2.2 Tissue Engineering 339 14.3.2.3 Biosensing 341 14.3.2.4 Solid-phase Microextraction 341 14.3.2.5 Molecular Recognition 342 14.3.2.6 Organic–Inorganic PNIPAM-based Electrospun (Nano)fibers 342 14.3.3 Sensing 343 14.3.4 Other Applications 344 14.4 Other Types of Thermoresponsive Electrospun (Nano)fibers 345 14.5 Conclusions and Outlook 348 References 348 15 Catalysis by Thermoresponsive Polymers 357Natalya A. Dolya and Sarkyt E. Kudaibergenov 15.1 Introduction 357 15.2 Metal Complexes Immobilized Within Thermosensitive Polymers 358 15.3 Thermoresponsive Polyampholytes 358 15.4 Thermosensitive Hydrogels in Catalysis 361 15.5 Thermoresponsive Catalytically Active Nano- and Microgels, Spheres, Capsules, and Micelles 364 15.6 Thermosensitive Self-Assemblies 367 15.7 Mono- and Bimetallic Nanoparticles Stabilized by Thermoresponsive Polymers 368 15.8 Enzymes-Embedded Thermoresponsive Polymers 369 15.9 Immobilization of Magnetic Nanoparticles into the Matrix of Thermoresponsive Polymers for Efficient Separation of Catalysts 369 15.10 Summary 370 Acknowledgments 371 References 371 Index 379
£141.50
Purich Publishing For Future Generations: Reconciling Gitxsan and
Book SynopsisWith material provided by the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs’ office, court transcripts from Delgam’Uukw v. British Columbia, and her own research, Dawn Mills paints a compelling picture of the Gitxsan and their right to land and self-government. While the book focuses on the judgments rendered in the Gitxsan’s struggle in the Supreme Court and an analysis of the judgments and strategies utilized, Mills also details the Gitxsan relationship to the land and their community. Contrary to the position taken by many legal scholars, Mills argues that the trial judgment in the Delgam’Uukw decision opened up new opportunities for First Nations people to present evidence based on oral traditions that had not been previously accepted by the courts. Table of ContentsForeword / Don RyanIntroductionGitxsan Glossary1. Be Gentle on the Newcomers2. Since the Coming of the Lixs giigyet The Arrival of the Lixs giigyet: The Regional Economy 1795 - 1910Tensions between the Lixs giigyet and the Gitxsan: 1871 - 1884The Land QuestionThe Establishment of the Reserve Commission in 1875Reserve Allocations: 1891 - 1898The Stewart-Vowell Commission3. The Trials of the GitxsanDelgam’Uukw v. Attorney General of British ColumbiaAfter 1927: Background to the 1987 TrialThe Calder CaseThe British Columbia Court of Appeal Decision, 1993Delgam’Uukw v. British Columbia, 19974. Gitxsan Property, Ownership, and GovernanceWilp Property and OwnershipThe Sigidim haanak’a and Governance PrinciplesLi’ligit5. Gitxsan ReconciliationPast Usage of the CrownGitxsan Acts of ReconciliationThe Gitxsan Treaty ModelGovernanceConclusionNotesBibliographyIndex
£518.14
Cambridge University Press Empire of Influence
Book SynopsisAn important new account of how the East India Company established a transregional system of indirect rule in India in the early nineteenth century. Callie Wilkinson argues that the formation of the Company's empire of influence is a story of debate, resistance and uncertainty.Trade Review'Based on extensive research in British and Indian archives, Callie Wilkinson's Empire of Influence adds vital new dimensions to our understanding of the development, under the East India Company's aegis, of concepts and practices of British paramount power on the subcontinent. Her analysis of how the balance of power within the subsidiary alliance system shifted decisively toward the British in the early nineteenth century recognises the agency and strategic nous of both Indian and Company agents, powerfully revealing the political and diplomatic processes by which both aspirations to rule and claims to legitimacy were contested, negotiated, won and lost. A must-read title for historians of the Company, the Uprising of 1857–58 and Crown rule in India.' Margot C. Finn, FBA FRHistS, Professor of Modern British History, University College London'A valuable contribution to our understanding of British rule.' Tunku Varadarajan, Wall Street JournalTable of ContentsList of Figures; List of Maps; Acknowledgements; Note on Translation and Transliteration; Chronology; List of Abbreviations; Maps; Introduction; 1. A Time of Trouble; 2. Negotiating the disinformation order; 3. Warfare and 'wanton provocations'; 4. The price of pageantry; 5. Weak ties in a tangled web; 6. Kinship, gender, and dynastic dramas; Conclusion; Glossary; Bibliography; Index.
£80.75
Watkins Media Limited The Real Play Revolution: Why We Need to Be Silly
Book SynopsisAimed at parents, teachers and anyone who cares for or works with children, this is a highly original, inspiring and above all fun guide to play. It offers a fantastic range of activity ideas plus a serious underlying message about the important of play, laughter and creativity for us all. In a world of frightening technology and unending product marketing, there is a need to liberate the imagination, re-sow the seeds of creativity ... and start a Real Play Revolution! Real Play needs no equipment, expertise or qualifications. All it needs is genuine interaction between grown-ups and children and that wonderful buzz of magic and mak-believe. Offering the techniques developed at the Flying Seagulls Project, this book also makes thrilling play easy for grown-ups and delightful for kids. Perrin offers a treasure trove of fantastic, unexpected and effective play ideas, from The Kids Comedy Corner (all about telling jokes together as a family), Home-Made TV (make your own TV, then watch it!) and Circus Skills Workshop (hoola-hoop, juggling balls, spinning plates, etc), to quick fixes for cheering everyone up, such as the One Minute Madness Miracle (the first one to get nowhere wins), and defeating a bad mood - whether a child's or a grown-up's - with the Turkey Head Grump Crown (who can carrying on feeling annoyed with a turkey on their head?). All suggestions can be adapted to work with any numbers from one child to a whole classroom. Fun line drawings clarify step-by-steps and add to the book's appealing design.
£12.34
Insight Editions Court of the Dead: Grave Tales: A Comics Omnibus
Book SynopsisAn omnibus of grave tales introducing Death and the Court of the Dead as they prepare to rise against the warring celestial realms of Heaven and Hell.Heaven and Hell are at war! Fueled by human souls, this never-ending battle threatens to embroil all of existence in its pointless destruction. Death—arbiter of mortal souls and leader of the Underworld—is the unlikely hero who endeavors to restore balance to all the realms. Death and his Court of the Dead plan to rise up and defeat the celestial overlords. Get to know this grim, noble and improbably cast of heroes in the Court of the Dead: Grave Tales comics omnibus. Follow Malavestros, the impassioned, unhinged (and often fourth-wall-breaking) Jester of Death’s Court, on a guided tour through the Land of the Dead. Learn the origins of the unlikely band of heroes who must ultimately overcome their dark and destructive natures to fight the myopic armies of Heaven and Hell. Bear witness as Queen Gethsemoni struggles with the burdens associated with wearing the crown. Watch as Kier, the Valkyrie of the Dead, hunts for angels … only to find a much more savage adversary. These and the other gripping epics enclosed within the Grave Tales Omnibus will prepare you for your journey into the afterlife. Grave Tales’ 144 pages contain nine original stories, as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes content. This softbound collection of comics is an immersive introduction to the rich dark fantasy universe of the Court of the Dead. ® and © 2017 Sideshow, Inc.
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Edinburgh University Press Clan King and Covenant
Book SynopsisClan, King and Covenant explores the turbulent history of the Highlands during the seventeenth century. The signing of the National Covenant in 1638 first challenged the powers of Charles I in Scotland, but it was only when Alisdair MacDonald joined Montrose in raising the Royalist clans that the country erupted into civil war. Central to the conflict was the ancient enmity between the MacDonalds and the Campbells, Earls of Argyll, as clan Donald attempted to reclaim their ancestral lands in Argyll. There followed a whirlwind year of spectacular victories for Montrose in the name of the King as the Highland clans emerged upon the national stage, before his campaign subsided into eventual defeat. However it was only after the Restoration of Charles II that a bitter and protracted struggle broke out between Church and Crown, after Bishops were reappointed to the national Church. Political and religious tensions mounted with the acession of James VII of Scotland (James II of England) as a CatholicTrade ReviewA clear introductory survey of complex developments Worthy of attention for those uninitiated in the seventeenth century struggles between the House of Stuart and their opponents in the Highlands. Roberts writes with clarity, and his book is accessible ... there is an important place for narrative historical writing A clear introductory survey of complex developments Worthy of attention for those uninitiated in the seventeenth century struggles between the House of Stuart and their opponents in the Highlands. Roberts writes with clarity, and his book is accessible ... there is an important place for narrative historical writing
£27.90
Bloodaxe Books Ltd Dragon Talk
Book SynopsisAfter the appearance of Fleur Adcock's Poems 1960-2000 she wrote no more poems for several years. This cessation coincided with - but was not entirely caused by - her giving up smoking. When poetry returned to her in 2003 it tended towards a sparer, more concentrated style. This new collection continues to reflect her preoccupations with family matters and with her ambivalent feelings about her native New Zealand. Her initial inspiration was the letters her father wrote home from England to his parents during World War II, which evoked her own memories of that era. The central sequence moves from her first coming to consciousness in New Zealand up to and through the war years in Britain and on to sketches from her teens in puritanical postwar Wellington after her reluctant return - not without her usual sardonic eye for incongruities and absurdities. There are also affectionate poems for her grandchildren and her late mother.Trade Review'It's a shock to realise that this is Adcock's first new collection for a decade; the pin-sharp voice of poems such as "Against Coupling", "Advice to a Discarded Lover" and "For a Five Year Old" is so essential and recognisable that it's difficult to know how we've done without it for 10 years. Inspired by the letters her father wrote from England, where he was stationed, to his parents in New Zealand during the second world war, this collection returns Adcock to familiar territory: the family, and her own complex feelings towards her native country' - Sarah Crown, Guardian
£10.43
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Persian Poetry in the Classical Era, 800-1500:
Book SynopsisPersian literature is the jewel in the crown of Persian culture. It has profoundly influenced the literatures of Ottoman Turkey, Muslim India and Turkic Central Asia and been a source of inspiration for Goethe, Emerson, Matthew Arnold and Jorge Luis Borges among others. Yet Persian literature has never received the attention it truly deserves. A History of Persian Literature answers this need and offers a new, comprehensive and detailed history of its subject. This 18-volume, authoritative survey reflects the stature and significance of Persian literature as the single most important accomplishment of the Iranian experience. It includes extensive, revealing examples with contributions by prominent scholars who bring a fresh critical approach to bear on this important topic. The third volume in this ground-breaking series explores mainly the poems written in the couplet form (mathnavi) including narrative mathnavis, allegorical mathnavis such as The Conference of the Birds by Attar as well as didactive mathnavis such as Sa'di's Bustan and Rumi's Mathnavi-ye Ma'navi.Included in this volume are also Strophic Poetry, Satirical and Invective Poems and Occasional Poems (qat'e) and some rarer forms of Persian poetry. This volume is an invaluable companion for anyone who wants to understand the continuing relevance and influence of Classical Persian Poetry.Table of ContentsForeword - Ehsan Yarshater Introduction - J.T.P. de Bruijn Chapter 1: Secular Didactic Mathnavis - J.T.P. de Bruijn Chapter 2: Strophic Poems - Gabrielle van den Berg Chapter 3: Occasional Poems - TBD Chapter 4: Satirical and Invective poetry - Riccardo Zipoli Chapter 5: Shahrashub - Sunil Sharma
£80.75
Titan Books Ltd Newbury & Hobbes
Book SynopsisSupernatural steampunk adventures of detective duo, Sir Maurice Newbury and Miss Veronica Hobbes in dark and dangerous Victorian London. Welcome to the bizarre and dangerous world of Victorian London, a city teetering on the edge of revolution. Airships soar in the skies over the city, ground trains rumble through the streets and clockwork automatons serve the bustling public. But beneath this shiny veneer of progress lurks a sinister side. Queen Victoria is kept alive by a primitive life-support system while her agents Sir Maurice Newbury and his delectable assistant, Miss Veronica Hobbes, do battle with enemies of the crown, both physical and supernatural. Along with Chief Inspector Bainbridge, Newbury & Hobbes will face plague revenants, murderous peers, mechanical beasts, tentacled leviathans, reanimated pygmies, and an encounter with Sherlock Holmes, in this brand new adventure for the detective team.Trade Review"A steampunk adventure that any fan of the genre should love. It has action and adventure and is filled with horrors you could never imagine ... fantastically intricate and mysterious ... 9/10" - Pastrami Nation"Boultwood's art is exquisite ... a fun read, full of twists and turns" - But Why Tho"The characters are simply fantastic ... It’s everything I’ve been searching for in a steampunk property" - Bleeding Cool"You cannot go wrong with this little gem of a graphic novel" - Geeks of Doom"George Mann and Dan Boultwood serve up a very welcome tale of bizarre science and ever-so-proper heroism that is a delightful diversion from the standard graphic novel fare" - Critical Blast
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University of Delaware Press Performative Polemic: Anti-Absolutist Pamphlets
Book SynopsisPerformative Polemic is the first literary historical study to analyze the “war of words” unleashed in the pamphlets denouncing Louis XIV’s absolute monarchy between 1667 and 1715. As conflict erupted between the French ruler and his political enemies, pamphlet writers across Europe penned scathing assaults on the Sun King’s bellicose impulses and expansionist policies. This book investigates how pamphlet writers challenged the monarchy’s monopoly over the performance of sovereignty by contesting the very mechanisms through which the crown legitimized its authority at home and abroad. Author Kathrina LaPorta offers a new conceptual framework for reading pamphlets as political interventions, asserting that an analysis of the pamphlet’s form is crucial to understanding how pamphleteers seduced readers by capitalizing on existing markets in literature, legal writing, and journalism. Pamphlet writers appeal to the theater-going public that would have been attending plays by Molière and Racine, as well as to readers of historical novels and periodicals. Pamphleteers entertained readers as they attacked the performative circuitry behind the curtain of monarchy.Table of Contents Acknowledgments Note on Translations Introduction An Army of Authors Chapter 1 Performing Justice: Lisola’s Bouclier d’état et de justice (1667) Chapter 2 Moving Speech: Performing Memory in Le Miroir des princes (1684) Chapter 3 Failure to Perform? Scripting Reform in Les Soupirs de la France esclave (1689–90) Chapter 4 Comedy of Erring: Performance in the Underworld in L’Alcoran de Louis XIV (1695) Chapter 5 Unbecoming Majesty: Performing Impotence in the Conseil privé de Louis le Grand (1696) Epilogue The King is Dead, Long Live Dissent Notes Bibliography
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The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Tartan
Book SynopsisHardback large Waverley Notebook with 192 pages Size 21 x 13cm. Paper is FSC and the boards are FSC. Paper is 80 gsm cream paper with plain paper on the left hand side, and lined on the right hand side. The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Tartan was chosen and approved by Her Majesty The Queen and commemorates the 70 years of her reign and was designed by Kinloch Anderson, who have been tailors and Kiltmakers to the Royal Family since 1903. Sales of the product using the tartan will benefit the RWHA Charity Fund. The 'sett' or pattern is based on the King George VI (Green Stewart) and reflects the historical connection with the Stewart tartans. The seven colours in the tartan represent the seven decades of Her Majesty's reign. Platinum grey, the green and black of the King George VI tartan, red, white and blue for the United Kingdom, and gold to represent the Crown. Commonplace notebooks date back to the Scottish Enlightenment, and were used to collect notes and knowledge by philosophers and writers such as Adam Smith, Robert Burns, David Hume, and later, writers such as Sir Walter Scott, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Virginia Woolf.Table of ContentsBookmark explaining the detail in the tartan; facts about tartan; leaflet in several languages explaining a brief history of tartan; pocket at the back of the notebook; hardback notebook bound in tartan cloth that is woven in the United Kingdom. 192 pages of 80gsm paper notebook with plain side on the left and lined on the right.
£17.27
SPCK Publishing Unhallowed Ground
Book Synopsis"Mel Starr has done it again. This latest episode in the saga of Hugh de Singleton, medieval surgeon and detective, is another jewel in the author's crown. Each of these stand-alone dramas are tales of the highest order. The epoch and the region are portrayed with flawless beauty. His writing is superb. And the stories themselves are captivating. Highly recommended." - Davis Bunn, bestselling author Another brilliant slice of medieval crime fiction. Thomas atte Bridge, a man no one likes, is found hanging from a tree near Cow-leys Corner. All assume he has taken his own life, but Master Hugh and Kate find evidence that this may not be so. Many of the town had been harmed by Thomas, and Hugh is not eager to send one of them to the gallows. Then he discovers that the priest John Kellet, atte Bridge's partner in crime in A CORPSE AT ST. ANDREW'S CHAPEL, was covertly in Bampton at the time atte Bridge died. Master Hugh is convinced that Kellet has murdered atte Bridge ' one rogue slaughtering another. He sets out for Exeter, where Kellet now works. But there he discovers that the priest is an emaciated skeleton of a man, who mourns the folly of his past life. Hugh must return to Bampton and discover which of his friends has murdered his enemy... 'Mel Starr has given us another layered, compelling mystery, strong with abundant, telling details of everyday medieval life. This is a series well worth the reading.' - Margaret Frazer, author of the Dame Frevisse medieval mysteries
£8.54
Pen & Sword Books Ltd A History of the Small Arms made by the Sterling
Book SynopsisAn in-depth history of the small arms made by the Sterling Company of Dagenham, Essex, England, from 1940 until Sterling was purchase by British Aerospace in 1989 and closed. The Lanchester and the Patchett Machine Carbines were both developed at Sterling Engineering Co Ltd during World War II. With the appearance of the earliest Patchett prototypes the military began testing them in ever more rigorous trials, wherein the Patchett kept proving its merits. This led to limited UK adoption of the MkII Patchett as the L2A1 in 1953, and the first Sterling', the MkII, as the L2A2 in 1955. Then came Sterling's Crown Jewel', the superb Mk4, adopted as the general-issue UK Gun, Sub-Machine, L2A3' in September, 1955\. Manufactured briefly but intensively by ROF Fazakerley (1955-1959) and by Sterling for over 30 years, nearly 4000,000 were made. Unlike wraparound bolt designs like the UZI, the Sterling was capable of being truly silenced with standard 9mm ball ammunition (as opposed to being merely supressed). The excellent silenced Sterling-Patchett Mk5, adopted as the UK L34A1 in 1967, is the only Sterling remaining in British Service. All prototypes, military Marks, commercial and licensed production models of the Sterling are described, including the Canadian C1 SMG and the Indian 1A Carbine. Contains notes on manufacturing methods and procedures as used at Sterling, ROF Fazakerley, Canadian Arsenals Limited and the Indian Small Arms Factory, Kanpur (Cawnpore), plus extensive notes on inter-model interchangeability, serial number ranges, quantities produced, client-country purchases of the various Sterling Marks, and accessories.
£32.00
Little, Brown Book Group Darling Beast
Book SynopsisA MAN CONDEMNED . . .Falsely accused of murder and mute from a near-fatal beating, Apollo Greaves, Viscount Kilbourne has escaped from Bedlam. With the Crown''s soldiers at his heels, he finds refuge in the ruins of a pleasure garden, toiling as a simple gardener. But when a vivacious young woman moves in, he''s quickly driven to distraction . . . A DESPERATE WOMAN . . .London''s premier actress, Lily Stump, is down on her luck when she''s forced to move into a scorched theatre with her maid and small son. But she and her tiny family aren''t the only inhabitants-a silent, hulking beast of a man also calls the charred ruins home. Yet when she catches him reading her plays, Lily realizes there''s more to this man than meets the eye.OUT OF ASH, DESIRE FLARESThough scorching passion draws them together, Apollo knows that Lily is keeping secrets. When his past catches up with him, he''s forced to make a choice: his love for LilTrade ReviewHoyt's exquisitely nuanced characters, vividly detailed setting, and seemingly effortless and elegant writing provide the splendid material from which she fashions yet another ravishingly romantic love story * Booklist *Peril and true love collide in this steamy, sensual journey into the slums of mid-18th century London where a young actress is struggling to make ends meet . . . Fast paced and brimming with emotion, Darling Beast is a tasty treat for all true romantics * Lancashire Evening Post *
£9.49
Vintage Publishing Fallout
Book SynopsisLondon 1972. Luke is dazzled by the city. It seems a world away from the provincial town he has fled along with his own troubled past, and his new life is unrecognisable - one of friendships forged in pubs, candlelit power cuts, and smoky late-night parties.Trade ReviewAn intoxicating and immersive read... It is a fraught and compelling novel; one that replays itself uncomfortably in the mind long after it is finished -- Lucy Atkins * Sunday Times *Intense... Ms Jones is unflinching as she plots the course of fallout with no shelter, of wounded lives undone by desperation in love and art -- Carmela Ciuraru * New York Times *Written with a precision and a level of descriptive subtlety that puts her up there with our foremost novelists. I can't help but feel that if she had been born Samuel Jones she would already be considered on a par with the Barneses and McEwans of this parish... Fallout is crafted with a pared-back delicacy and attention to detail that shows an author determined to do better with every sentence. And at the same time, there is an intensity of focus, a merciless yet empathetic gaze directed towards each of the main characters that ensures we care deeply about each of them -- Elizabeth Day * Observer *Hugely enjoyable... Fallout is both deliciously gobble-able and carefully constructed... A thoroughly pleasurable read -- Holly Williams * Independent on Sunday *An intelligent, pacy tale... Every summer needs a One Day-style read; this book is a contender for that crown -- Anne Ashworth * The Times *
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Salt Publishing A Lost Expression
Book SynopsisThis is Luke Kennard’s fourth collection of poetry and departs from his previous work in its scope and outlook. The prose poems and dramatic monologues run deeper and, the verse more personal. It is unmistakably a Kennard book (the wolf appears here in his sixth outing), but there is also a striving to turn away from the self-referential games and literary in-jokes of Kennard’s previous work and look outward; an attempt to grow something in the personal ground broken by the last two collections, without sacrificing the wit and energy.Trade ReviewHis language is exciting and it feels to me that he’s a truly 21st-century writer, taking inspiration from all over the place, unafraid of barriers and conventions. -- Ian McMillan * The Times *Inventive, academically aware, fearless and hugely enjoyable. -- Nick Laird * The Telegraph *Thank heaven for Luke Kennard. As thought-provoking and poignant as it’s witty, this collection confirms him as an exceptional – in every sense – voice in poetry today. -- Sarah Crown * Poetry Review *Luke Kennard writes vibrant, original poems that stick in your mind for a long time and enliven your imagination. -- Sophie HannahKennard pushes the bounds of lyric taste and develops new modes for the prose poem, and for serious comedy in British poetry. -- Todd Swift * Poetry London *Luke Kennard is one of the half-dozen thoroughly original poets of his generation... No one else has been able to navigate so cleverly the choppy waters he’s claimed for his own. -- Todd Swift * Poetry London *Kennard’s work is clever, fascinating and with an off the wall, tongue in cheek sort of humour that is a joy to read or listen to. * Sabotage *He has something of the holy fool about him in his ability to wrongfoot more erudite, supposedly rational minds, and the way his madness reveals flashes of perspicacity. * Phoenix *This collection includes Kennard's most personal and political poems. It closes with "Jeremiah", a monologue from a businessman who consistently provides thrilling answers to a question a student poses: "What are poets for?" Kennard admires the American writer Ben Lerner who recently published a novel in which his narrator claims: "Poems aren't about anything". Kennard might concur but, with urgency and generosity, A Lost Expression addresses the world we live in now. -- Max Liu * The Independent *His language is exciting and it feels to me that he’s a truly 21st-century writer, taking inspiration from all over the place, unafraid of barriers and conventions. -- Ian McMillan * The Times *Inventive, academically aware, fearless and hugely enjoyable. -- Nick Laird * The Telegraph *Thank heaven for Luke Kennard. As thought-provoking and poignant as it’s witty, this collection confirms him as an exceptional – in every sense – voice in poetry today. -- Sarah Crown * Poetry Review *Luke Kennard writes vibrant, original poems that stick in your mind for a long time and enliven your imagination. -- Sophie HannahThis collection includes Kennard's most personal and political poems. It closes with "Jeremiah", a monologue from a businessman who consistently provides thrilling answers to a question a student poses: "What are poets for?" Kennard admires the American writer Ben Lerner who recently published a novel in which his narrator claims: "Poems aren't about anything". Kennard might concur but, with urgency and generosity, A Lost Expression addresses the world we live in now. -- Max Liu * The Independent *
£9.49
Taylor & Francis Ltd Unions and Divisions
Book SynopsisProviding a comprehensive and engaging account of personal unions, composite monarchies and multiple rule in premodern Europe: Unions and Divisions. New Forms of Rule in Medieval and Renaissance Europe uses a comparative approach to examine the phenomena of the medieval and renaissance unions in a pan-European overview.In the later Middle Ages, genealogical coincidences led to caesuras in various dynastic successions. Solutions to these were found, above all, in new constellations which saw one political entity becoming co-managed by the ruler of another in the form of a personal union. In the premodern period, such solutions were characterised by two factors in particular: on the one hand, the entry of two countries into a union did not constitute a military annexation even though claims to the throne were all too often imposed by force; on the other hand, the new unitarian constellation retained, at least de jure, the independence of its respectTable of ContentsPreface PART I: CONCEPTUAL AND THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKS 1. Introduction: Medieval and Renaissance Personal Unions – Main Debates, New Approaches 2. Unions as a Structural Element: Preconditions, Intentions, and Realisations 3. Dynasties and Dynastic Rule between Elite Reproduction and State Building in Europe, 1300–1600 PART II: BETWEEN COERCION AND POLITICAL REASON 4. Dynastic Unions and the Development of Solid and Widespread Christian Polities in Iberia, 1100–1300 5. Angevin Empire: Between Dynastic Construct and Imperial Government 6. On the Genesis of the Polish-Lithuanian Union 7. For the Rescue of the Eastern Policy? The Union of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania with the King-dom of Poland and Relations with their Eastern Neighbours 8. Bishop, Administrator, Guardian: Albert of Hoya († 1473) and His Reign in Minden, Osnabrück and Hoya PART III: BETWEEN ASPIRATION AND REALITY 9. The Title rex Galiciae between Ambitions and Reality 10. The Union between Hungary and Croatia: Facts and Legends 11. The Lusatias in Personal Union with Brandenburg and Bohemia 12. The Foreign Policy of the Last Přemyslids: A First Attempt at Unifying Central Europe? 13. How Did the Grand Masters of the Teutonic Order Interpret their Dependence on the Polish Crown (1466–1497)? 14. An Autonomous Dependency? The Unstable Relationship between the Elites in Royal Prussia and the Polish Crown 1466–1569 15. Feoffment as a Tool in the Safeguarding of Power? Dithmarschen between Holsatian and Archi-episcopal Power Claims (1500–1559) PART IV: BETWEEN COINCIDENCE AND INTENTION 16. Wenceslaus II Přemyslid and Louis I of Hungary: Two Personal Unions in the History of the Polish Kingdom in the Fourteenth Century 17. Mary and Maximilian I – Burgundy and Habsburg: Rise of an Empire 18. Albert II of Habsburg’s Composite Monarchy and its Significance for Central Europe 19. The Rulers of Poland-Lithuania and the Issue of Church Union from the Late Fourteenth to Early Sixteenth Centuries 20. The Unions between Sleswick, Holsatia and Denmark in the Fifteenth and Sixteenth Centuries and their Nordic Precursors PART V: BETWEEN DYNASTIC EXTENSION AND OVERSTRETCHING 21. The Union Wars within the Nordic Kalmar Union, 1448–1523 22. The Policies for and from the Dynastic Union: The Crowns of Castile and Aragon in the Fifteenth Century 23. Corona regni Bohemiae: An Idea of the Luxemburgers and Their Successors for the Integration of Central Europe 24. Towards ‘the Danube Monarchy’? The Political Legacy of Emperor Sigismund and its Executors in the Fifteenth Century 25. Jagiellonian Attempts at Creating a Dynastic Great Power between the Baltic and the Black Seas and the Adriatic around 1500
£34.19
Nancy Paulsen Books The Queen of Kindergarten
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Brantley-Newton brings the fun of King of Kindergarten back in this companion book’s vibrant illustrations and racially diverse characters. MJ’s kindness and self-assuredness set a wonderful example for readers, who may also be preparing to expand their worlds, whether attending school or participating in a new group activity. A great choice for combating first-day jitters and building confidence." --Booklist“From the very first page, it’s clear that young MJ Malone is ready to face the world—and school. . . . Barnes infuses each page with humor and a sense of grace as the immensely likable MJ makes the most of her first day. Barnes’ prose is entertaining and heartwarming, while Brantley-Newton’s vivid and playful artwork will be easily recognizable for anyone who’s seen her work. The illustrator adds verve to the bold young heroine’s character—from the colorful barrettes to the textured appearance of her adorable denim jumper, the girl has style and substance. MJ Malone embodies the can-do spirit every parent hopes to spark in their own children, though even shy kindergarteners will gladly find a friend in her. . . . Just the thing to get uncertain youngsters jazzed for a first day—at school or anywhere.”—Kirkus Reviews“As with Barnes’ The King of Kindergarten, this story exudes joy, celebrating the kid who walks into the room and owns it with sunny confidence and genuine warmth. The art is rich with textures, creating an effusive sense of movement as geometric patterns in various objects and clothing contrast with dappled splotches and soft blending in the background. There’s not a dull color in this palette of vivid tones, and dynamic figures convey the cheerful busyness of the classroom. A nod to Barnes’ Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut is cleverly slipped in, making this a nice intro to Barnes’ other stellar works.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"The pair behind the wonderful King of Kindergarten is back with the story of a young girl who is starting kindergarten. . . . MJ goes to school with a clear sense ofpurpose to wear her crown and let her powers make the day better for everyone around her. . . . This title is outstanding not only for setting forth worthwhile goals for a child, but giving concrete examples of what those virtuous statements look like in the real world. Warm, loving illustrations accompanya text that is even better than the first title. Highly recommended for all royalty entering kindergarten, as well as others who can see themselves bringing their special gifts to make their school, and world, better by their actions and positive spirit." —School Library Journal“This companion to The King of Kindergarten stars MJ Malone, all ready to go in her first-day-of-school outfit, with rainbow-colored hair bands on freshly done braids, and her mom’s sparkly tiara. . . . According to MJ’s conversational first-person text, queenly behaviors include: kindness, caring, and helpfulness, all traits that she displays throughout the school day. . . . Friendly, colorful, textured illustrations. . . . There’s no royal drama; from beginning to end, this matter-of-factly reassuring first-day-of-kindergarten story depicts a supportive family, a self-confident protagonist, an expert teacher, and new friends—all set to have a great school year.” —Horn Book "Brantley-Newton embellishes inclusive classroom scenes with swirls and bubbles of cheery color, limning kindergarten as a happy, busy place from day one, with plenty of opportunities to shine. Making MJ the narrator underscores her confidence, maturity, and sense of belonging, helping the protagonist—and readers—feel that she’s got this." —Publishers Weekly
£16.14
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Management of Dental Emergencies in Children and
Book SynopsisA unique, multidisciplinary manual for the treatment of pediatric dental emergencies for general practitioners and non-pediatric specialists Management of Dental Emergencies in Children and Adolescents presents the diagnostic skills, treatment options, and management strategies necessary to provide effective and appropriate dental care for children and adolescents. This authoritative manual helps dental practitioners manage potentially stressful situations with children and adolescents while improving their competence in a wide range of urgent pediatric situations. An emphasis on managing the therapeutic demands of both younger patients and their parents enables readers to have greater confidence in handling demanding emergency situations in daily practice. An expert team of contributors explain how to manage tooth substance loss, endodontic problems in deciduous teeth, the long-term consequences of early tooth loss, the dental issues related to oral health, and more. Guiding prTable of ContentsContributors ix Preface xiii Invited Preface xv Acknowledgements xvii About the Companion Website xix Unit 1 General Considerations for Emergency Management in Children and Adolescents 11.1 Developmental and Histological Aspects of Deciduous and Young Permanent Teeth 3Markus Schaffner and Adrian Lussi 1.2 Pulp Biology of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth 13Wolfgang H. Arnold, Ella A. Naumova and Vlasios Goulioumis 1.3 Management of Odontogenic Infections: Indications for Antibiotics 23Rafael Lazarin and Vivianne Chappuis 1.4 Management of Pain and Fear: Behavioural Management, Anaesthesia and Sedation 35Klaus W. Neuhaus and Nathalie Scheidegger Stojan 1.5 Management of Radiographic Needs 43Karl Dula Unit 2 Management of Tooth Substance Loss 63 2.1 Deep Carious Lesions and the Dental Pulp 65Falk Schwendicke and Nicola P. Innes 2.2 Management of Crown Fractures and Crown‐Root Fractures 79Gabriel Krastl and Julia Amato 2.3 Management of Root Fractures 91Dan‐Krister Rechenberg Unit 3 Management of Open Pulp in Permanent Teeth 103 3.1 Pulpotomy after Trauma 105Hrvoje Jurić 3.2 Pulpectomy with Open Apex 119Isabelle Portenier, Klaus W. Neuhaus and Maria Lessani 3.3 Regenerative Endodontic Procedures 131Richard Steffen Unit 4 Management of Open Pulp in Deciduous Teeth 137 4.1 Pulpotomy 139Eirini Stratigaki and Joana Monteiro 4.2 Pulpectomy of Deciduous Teeth 149Klaus W. Neuhaus and Jan Kühnisch 4.3 Tooth Extraction 159Hubertus van Waes Unit 5 Management of Missing Teeth 163 5.1 Reconstructive Considerations: Temporary and Long‐Term Treatment Options 165Nicola U. Zitzmann and Nadja Rohr 5.2 Management of Avulsed Teeth 177Andrea Zürcher and Andreas Filippi 5.3 Autotransplantation: Ankylosis and External Root Resorption after Trauma 189Manfred Leunisse, Dick S. Barendregt, Marcel L. E. Linssen and Edwin Eggink 5.4 Orthodontic Aspects of Missing Teeth at Various Ages 199Carlalberta Verna and Birte Melsen Unit 6 Management of Oral Health Conditions 217 6.1 Viral Causes Affecting the Oral Mucosa 219Michael M. Bornstein, Cynthia K. Y. Yiu and Valerie G. A. Suter 6.2 Non‐infective Swellings: Cysts, Tumours and Ranulas 233Valerie G. A. Suter and Michael M. Bornstein 6.3 Oral Problems in Patients Undergoing Haematology or Oncology Treatment 245Adrian M. Ramseier, Jakob Passweg and Tuomas Waltimo Unit 7 Management of Non-infective Dental Conditions 255 7.1 Molar–Incisor Hypomineralisation 257Jan Kühnisch and Roswitha Heinrich‐Weltzien 7.2 Dentine Hypersensitivity 269Thiago Saads Carvalho and Samira Helena João‐Souza 7.3 Cracked Tooth Syndrome 275Renata Chałas and Stefan Hänni Index 283
£56.66
PLANET 8 GROUP SL D/B/A NUBEOCHO The Truly Brave Princesses
Book SynopsisThe book feels modern in its references and social cornerstones while retaining a classic, elegant style thanks to Wimmer's gorgeous portraits of the princesses in their crowns, each facing a page of that princess in action. Brown and Wimmer use diversity not only to highlight important differences among people, but also to show how these unique traits and interests allow every princess to choose her own path. If every girl is a little princess, this book shows that to keep that crown requires only finding things to love in life and pursuing them. ~Kirkus Star Review and BEST BOOKS OF 2018 There’s a princess closer than you think. You just have to open your eyes and your heart wide. Don’t expect your typical fairytale princesses inside this book. These princesses are neighbors, schoolmates, the cashier at your supermarket, a lawyer, an architect…The Truly Brave Princesses will help you realize that, if you watch closely, princesses are all around you, and they are brave, caring and determined.Trade ReviewMaybe it's time to realize that each and every one of us could be a princess! "The Truly Brave Princesses" is an original, elegant, exquisite, and extraordinary picture book for children ages 4 to 8 and certain to be an enduringly popular addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections.--Midwest Book ReviewThe book feels modern in its references and social cornerstones while retaining a classic, elegant style thanks to Wimmer's gorgeous portraits of the princesses in their crowns, each facing a page of that princess in action. Brown and Wimmer use diversity not only to highlight important differences among people, but also to show how these unique traits and interests allow every princess to choose her own path. If every girl is a little princess, this book shows that to keep that crown requires only finding things to love in life and pursuing them. --Kirkus Star ReviewThe truly brave princesses“ is a book that celebrates diversity and teaches little girls that princesses don’t just belong into fairytales. Author Dolores Brown shows that very few women resemble the perfect picture of a princess tales and movies represent. Real-life-princesses come in all shape and sizes, colors and sexual orientations: The girl in a wheelchair, the child with down syndrome, the elderly widow, the working mother and the lawyer helping to make the world a better place are just a few example of every day princesses around us. Some of them even don’t want to be called a princess – like astronaut Zoe, who retired her princess some time ago and now travels through distant space. The artwork by German illustrator Sonja Wimmer is truly amazing. She gives every princess a unique personality by using colorful watercolor images on a slightly structured background. I am not one for ripping pages out of a book, but I almost thought about framing her images! ~The Reading CastleBrown’s inclusive message is full-hearted and genuine. ~Publishers WeeklyI have never seen anyone with Down Syndrome ever celebrated in this manner before. Plus the writing is really fun. Better check it out. ~Fuse8Meet Princess Alice, a surfing blogger; Princess Kristen, an aspiring superheroine; Princess Nin, a firefighting city gardener; and many other princesses in this colorful tribute to the beautiful diversity, strength, and inspiration found in women of all ages, shapes, and walks of life. ~Foreword Reviews (Foreword Indies Bronze Medal Winner)Whimsical illustrations. -- Children’s Book Committee, Bank Street College of Education
£14.00
Canelo An Honourable Thief: A must-read historical crime
Book SynopsisIntroducing Jonas Flynt. Gambler. Thief. Killer. Man of honour.Longlisted for the McIlvanney Prize 2023'Fast, furious and with a glint of gallows humour, this is high-octane historical fiction' Daily Mail'Swashbuckling action against a vivid historical backdrop. I loved this book' Ian Rankin‘High adventure meets espionage thriller as Jonas Flynt battles the tide of history and the deadly secrets of his own past…’ D. V. Bishop, author of City of Vengeance1715. Jonas Flynt, ex-soldier and reluctant member of the Company of Rogues, a shady intelligence group run by ruthless spymaster Nathaniel Charters, is ordered to recover a missing document. Its contents could prove devastating in the wrong hands.On her deathbed, the late Queen Anne may have promised the nation to her half-brother James, the Old Pretender, rather than the new king, George I. But the will has been lost. It may decide the fate of the nation.The crown must recover it at all costs.The trail takes Jonas from the dark and dangerous streets of London to an Edinburgh in chaos. He soon realises there are others on the hunt, and becomes embroiled in a long overdue family reunion, a jail break and a brutal street riot.When secrets finally come to light, about the crown and about his own past, Jonas will learn that some truths, once discovered, can never be untold…An atmospheric and utterly compelling blend of crime, history and thriller, to delight fans of S. J. Parris, Andrew Taylor and C. J. Sansom.Praise for An Honourable Thief 'Reads like a genuine eighteenth century spy novel. I see a long future for Jonas Flynt' Ambrose Parry, author of The Way of All Flesh'Anyone who enjoys a good historical mystery and likes an edgy, charismatic protagonist is going to love the adventures of Douglas Skelton’s new hero, Jonas Flynt’ S.G. MacLean, author of The Seeker'An absolute triumph ... Five stars from me, and I look forward to reading more of Jonas's adventures' James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author'Historical crime fiction at its absolute best. I loved it!’ Marion Todd, author of the Detective Clare Mackay series'Pitch-perfect stuff. Like all great historical novels you'll feel you're there! This is a departure for Skelton, who seems born to write high-end historical fiction’ Denzil Meyrick, author of the DCI Daley thrillers'Uniquely combines a page-turning thriller with a perfectly evoked sense of time and place. Powerful stuff from a master of his craft' Craig Russell, author of Hyde'Skelton’s mastery of time and place inhabited with richly drawn characters is a delight. It held me to the last tantalising page’ David Gilman, author of The Englishman‘Jonas Flynt is one of those characters you’ll be rooting for from the very first chapter ... it looks like Skelton has found a new home writing first-class historical fiction’ Alison Belsham, author of The Tattoo Thief'This is a fascinating, totally engrossing historical novel. Flynt is a most attractive, three-dimensional character and the same is true of the world he moves through. A brilliant, most enjoyable read’ Paul Doherty, author of The Nightingale Gallery‘A cracking historical drama with breathless pacing and knuckle-chewing tension, all shot through with Skelton’s deft characterisation and flashes of pitch-black humour. The perfect read to lose yourself in’ Neil Broadfoot, author of Falling Fast
£13.49
Hodder & Stoughton The Scarlet Alchemist
Book SynopsisYou cannot create good without also creating evil.''DAZZLING'' Chloe Gong''GRIM, LUSH, FASCINATING'' Guardian Zilan dreams of becoming a royal alchemist, of providing for her family by making alchemical gold and gems for the wealthy to eat in order to stay young forever. But for now, she''s trapped in her impoverished village in southern China, practicing an illegal form of alchemy to keep food on the table - resurrecting the dead, for a price.When Zilan finally has the chance to complete her imperial exams, she ventures to the capital to compete against the best alchemists in the country in tasks she''ll be lucky to survive, let alone pass. On top of that, her reputation for raising the dead has followed her, and the Crown Prince himself seeks out her help, suspecting a coming assassination attempt.The more Zilan succeeds in her alchemy, the more she gets caught in the dangerous political games of the royal family. There Trade ReviewThis GRIM, LUSH, FASCINATING YA fantasy is the first book of a duology that will grip fans of Xiran Jay Zhao. * Guardian *Visceral to the core. The Scarlet Alchemist imagines alternate history with daring imagination and incredible detail. Even once you've turned the last page, you'll still be entrenched within this dazzling world running with gold and blood * Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *The Scarlet Alchemist is a dark and glittering jewel of a book, full of blood, gold, and fury. I devoured it in a day! * Judy I. Lin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Book of Tea duology *Kylie Lee Baker stuns in this deliciously dark page-turner! An exhilarating blend of strikingly unique magic and masterful twists, with a sharp-edged, fiercely ambitious heroine who subverts the rules of life and death, clawing her way to the top-and into your heart * June CL Tan, international bestselling author of Jade Fire Gold *Vivid, twisting and thrilling! I loved this morally grey rollercoaster through an alternate Tang Dynasty with ruthless competition, intrigue and dark magic. Zilan is a captivating and complex protagonist, by turns relatable, loveable and monstrous-and always fascinating * Vanessa Len, author of Only a Monster *The Scarlet Alchemist is a beautifully crafted and incisively written tale of alchemy, blood, magic, and family that gripped me from the first page to the last. Full of twists I didn't see coming, a wry humor that made me laugh out loud, and a fierce, capable heroine I couldn't help but root for, this book is everything I look for in a fantasy novel. Read it! * Rati Mehrotra, author of Night of the Raven, Dawn of the Dove *I loved this book and you will too. The Scarlet Alchemist is perfectly paced, with dynamic prose, clever competition setups, and a protagonist who will leave you in awe of her resourcefulness. Kylie Lee Baker is an amazing storycrafter, and I would sell my soul for the sequel! * Joan He, New York Times bestselling author of Strike the Zither *Kylie Lee Baker writes incredibly immersive historical fantasies. So fans of C-dramas and Fullmetal Alchemist, look no further. The Scarlet Alchemist is an absolute treat * June Hur, bestselling author of The Red Palace *Though the practice is punishable by death, 17-year-old Fan Zilan supplements her family's meager income by resurrecting the dead through life alchemy. As a hùnxie?-a half Hàn Chinese, "half foreigner"-whose mother died and father disappeared, she lives with her sickly aunt and uncle as well as two cousins, Yufei and Wenshu, in the small southern town of Guangzhou. Bold Yufei and ever-cautious Wenshu are studying to take the civil service exams, which, if passed, will help them cultivate more comfortable lives; Zilan, meanwhile, is competing with other gifted youth to become a royal court alchemist, like the famed ones who developed a gold immortality elixir that halts aging once consumed. After passing the first exam, the three make their way to the city of Chang'an for the second, where Zilan finds herself embroiled in a royal conspiracy with an Empress who's determined to rid her court of any threats to her crown. In this deeply immersive historical fantasy, a grisly duology opener, Baker (The Empress of Time) expertly navigates the societal constraints and pains of marginalization via visceral prose. A developing romance between Zilan and the Crown Prince offers lighthearted joy amid the narrative's ruthless and gruesome happenings. A historical note concludes. * Publishers Weekly *A young alchemist uses unconventional practices to climb the social ladder.Seventeen-year-old Fan Zilan, who is Hàn Chinese and Scotian, dreams of becoming a royal alchemist like those who discovered the immortality elixir made of gold. Orphaned in a small village in Guangzhou, Zilan works at Auntie So and Uncle Fan's struggling store, where they make and sell míngqì-clay vessels for burials. She illegally performs life alchemy to resurrect the dead and bring in extra money. Zilan and her cousins finally get the chance for better lives by heading up north to the capital to take the all-important civil service exams. Competition is fierce, and, as someone poor and half-foreign, the odds are against her, but Zilan must succeed in order to provide for her family. She's garnered a reputation in Chang'an for her resurrections, and Crown Prince Li Hong seeks out her services. Tangled up in royal secrets, dangerous politics, and monstrous alchemical experiments, fierce Zilan struggles and fights for her place. Set in an alternate Tang dynasty China, this dark historical fantasy presents an enchanting, immersive world in which the manipulation of elements knows no bounds. Centered around life and death, this fast-paced story is gory and gruesome but lightened by moments of levity. Baker touches on racism, sexism, classism, identity, and family and friendship ties. Contemporary Mandarin and Cantonese words are woven into this dark duology opener. Grisly, dark, and utterly entrancing. * Kirkus Review *A ruthless and standout series opener to a dark, adrenaline-fueled duology. Highly recommended for all collections. * SLJ Reviews *Immersive, unique, grisly and delightfully dark, Kylie Lee Baker's newest YA fantasy novel, The Scarlet Alchemist, is quite frankly one of the most compelling and readable fantasies we've read this year * United by Pop *The sumptuously dark and vicious twists of this story bound by the magic of life, blood and familial love will have any young fantasy fan hooked in an instant. Kylie Lee Baker is a master of the world-building skills that can make historical fiction feel like stepping into a nightmare and a dream at once, with an unforgettably stubborn protagonist you'll want to follow until the end. * The National *The sumptuously dark and vicious twists of this story bound by the magic of life, blood and familial love will have any young fantasy fan hooked in an instant. Kylie Lee Baker is a master of the world-building skills that can make historical fiction feel like stepping into a nightmare and a dream at once, with an unforgettably stubborn protagonist you'll want to follow until the end * The National *
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Silver Wing Press The Crown's Dog
Book SynopsisThree friends went in search of long-lost treasure. What they found was a murder.In a forgotten corner of the Solaris castle, Jax Wendyll discovers a forgotten workroom once belonging to the mysterious and powerful Pirate Queen, Adela Lagmir.Erion Le''Dan came to the capital expecting a quiet summer with his unlikely friends-Jax and Prince Baldair. But now suddenly they''re heading to the coast in search of long-lost treasure. Now the prince is hosting his one of his wild parties...Now a woman is dead in Jax''s room with Adela''s mark branded onto her and it''s up to these three young men to find out just how much truth there is in the Pirate Queen''s curse.In this story about magic, mystery, and friendships as good as gold, follow Jax, Erion, and Baldair as they uncover the truth and form the most illustrious group of knights Solaris has ever known: The Golden Guard.About the Series: The Golden Guard Trilogy is a young adult, epic fantasy, with themes of sword and sorcery and coming of age. It is composed of two short novels (The Crown''s Dog and The Prince''s Rogue) at approximately 50,000 words and one novella (The Farmer''s War) at approximately 30,000 words. Each story is told in dual point of view. While each novel tells its own contained story and could be read on its own, it is recommended to read them in order to capture the full evolution of these characters.While it is set in the Air Awakens world, readers can begin with this series.
£12.84
NUS Press Studying Singapore's Past: C.M. Turnball and the
Book SynopsisC.M. (Mary) Turnbull's contributions to historical writing on Singapore extended from her 1962 thesis, published in 1972 as The Straits Settlements, 1826-67: Indian presidency to crown colony, to her magisterial history of Singapore, first published in 1977 and reissued in 2009 in an updated edition as A History of Modern Singapore, 1816-2006. Her approach to history involved detailed work with documents and published materials, with a particular focus on political and economic history. One contributor to the present volume described the book as an ""exercise in endowing a modern 'nation-state' with a coherent past that should explain the present."" As styles in history evolved, younger scholars including some of her former students and colleagues began exploring new approaches to historical research that drew on non-English-language source material and asked fresh questions of the sources. Mary enjoyed controversy and expected debate, and had a deep interest in these accounts, which were in many ways a natural progression from her own publications even when they raised questions about her interpretations and conclusions. Studying Singapore's Past had its origins in a conference organised to discuss her work. The volume includes ten contributions, some from long-established scholars of Singapore's history, others from a new generation of researchers. Their work offers an evaluation of established understandings of Singapore's history, and gives an indication of new directions that researchers are exploring. In publishing the book, the editor not only pays tribute to a distinguished historian but also makes a contribution to the historiography of Singapore and to ongoing debates about Singapore's past.
£23.36
Taylor & Francis Britain in Vietnam
Book SynopsisThis book is a study of the circumstances leading to British intervention in Vietnam in 1945, and the course and consequences of this intervention. The first part of the work links French colonialism with the native communist insurgency, while examining British and Foreign Office attitudes towards French Indochina. The study then looks at the key Anglo-American wartime relationship concerning Indochina and its impact. The second half of the book focuses on the local problems faced by the British in Southern Indochina, and whether commanding general Douglas Gracey was guilty (as critics have suggested) of collusion with French colonialism. It also examines the wider problems linked to available military resources, and the controversial issues of the role of the OSS and the use of Japanese troops to preserve law and order. Finally, the book makes a groundbreaking link between British intervention and the outbreak of the French-Vietminh war in 1946. Britain in VietnamTrade Review'This book fills a gap in the coverage of the war in Indochina in that it throws the spot light on British involvement in the 1940s.'Paul Le Long, Asian Affairs Table of ContentsIntroduction. Prologue 1. A Jewel in France’s Crown 2. Japan, Britain and French Indochina 3. The Anglo–American Alliance and Indochina 4. The Japanese Coup of March 9 1945 and its Consequences 5. The August Revolution 6. The Coming of the British 7. The Death of an OSS Man 8. War with the Vietminh 9. The Last Phase 10. Gracey’s Farewell 11. The Slide to Disaster 12. A Rubicon Crossed 13. Conclusion
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Of Princes and Promises
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of When Dimple Met Rishi comes the second installment in a series set an elite boarding school that’s a contemporary spin on fairy tales, this one a delightful, romantic twist on The Frog Prince.Caterina LaValle is determined to show she’s still the queen of St. Rosetta’s Academy. Sure, her crown may be slightly askew after her ex-boyfriend, Alaric, cheated on her, but she’s a LaValle. She’ll find a way to march right back in there, her hands clutching the strings to the whole puppet show. This time, she’s going to be untouchable. Rahul Chopra knows that moment he shared with Caterina LaValle at the winter formal meant something. Surely she feels it, too. He’s a little uncertain how someone like him (socially inept to a point way past “adorkable”) could fit into her world, but he’s loved Caterina for years. He knows they’ll find a way. When Caterina finds out Alaric is taking a supermodel to the upcoming gala, she knows she cannot arrive without the perfect date. But the thought of taking another superficial St. R’s boy exhausts her. The solution? Sweet-but-clueless Rahul Chopra and a mysterious pot of hair gel with the power to alter the wearer into whatever his heart desires. When Rahul tries it, he transforms instantly into RC—debonair, handsome, and charming. But transformation comes with a price: As Rahul enjoys his new social standing, the line between his two personas begins to blur. Will he give up everything, including Caterina, to remain RC? Or will this unlikely pair find their way back to each other?
£15.99
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Of Princes and Promises
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of When Dimple Met Rishi comes the second installment in a series set an elite boarding school that’s a contemporary spin on fairy tales, this one a delightful, romantic twist on The Frog Prince.Caterina LaValle is determined to show she’s still the queen of St. Rosetta’s Academy. Sure, her crown may be slightly askew after her ex-boyfriend, Alaric, cheated on her, but she’s a LaValle. She’ll find a way to march right back in there, her hands clutching the strings to the whole puppet show. This time, she’s going to be untouchable. Rahul Chopra knows that moment he shared with Caterina LaValle at the winter formal meant something. Surely she feels it, too. He’s a little uncertain how someone like him (socially inept to a point way past “adorkable”) could fit into her world, but he’s loved Caterina for years. He knows they’ll find a way. When Caterina finds out Alaric is taking a supermodel to the upcoming gala, she knows she cannot arrive without the perfect date. But the thought of taking another superficial St. R’s boy exhausts her. The solution? Sweet-but-clueless Rahul Chopra and a mysterious pot of hair gel with the power to alter the wearer into whatever his heart desires. When Rahul tries it, he transforms instantly into RC—debonair, handsome, and charming. But transformation comes with a price: As Rahul enjoys his new social standing, the line between his two personas begins to blur. Will he give up everything, including Caterina, to remain RC? Or will this unlikely pair find their way back to each other?
£11.69
Pan Macmillan What the Ladybird Heard Adventures
Book SynopsisMeet everyone's favourite crime-busting ladybird in this collection of four brilliantly funny stories from the bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series, read by Alexander Armstrong – perfect for listening to at home, in the car, at bedtime or any time at all!Join in the fun with the clever little ladybird as she thwarts the cunning plans of two greedy thieves, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, time and time again. From a plot to steal the farmer's fine prize cow to a wicked plan to take the Queen's crown jewels, it's up to the tiniest, quietest creature of all to save the day. Featuring a cast of much-loved farmyard and zoo animals, sea creatures and even a magical mermaid, these fantastic rhyming stories from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks are perfect for listening to together. Brought to life for audio by Alexander Armstrong and including the What the Ladybird Heard Song, music and sound effects, The What the Ladybird Heard Adventures is a must-have audio collection. Includes four bestselling stories together on one CD: What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday and What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside.Trade ReviewA terrific and witty adventure (for What the Ladybird Heard) * Guardian *A very funny farmyard caper (for What the Ladybird Heard Next) * Guardian *Ideal for reading aloud. Little ones will delight in practicing their farmyard sounds (for What the Ladybird Heard Next) * Daily Mail *The antics of the clever ladybird and her friends are joyous (for What the Ladybird Heard Next) * Prima *
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Geopolitics and Expertise
Book SynopsisGeopolitics and Expertise is an in-depth exploration of how expert knowledge is created and exercised in the external relations machinery of the European Union. Provides a rare, full-length work on transnational diplomatic practice Based on a rigorous and empirical study, involving over 100 interviews with policy professionals over seven years Focuses on the qualitative and contextual, rather than the quantitative and uniform Moves beyond traditional political science to blend human geography, international relations, anthropology, and sociology Table of ContentsSeries Editors' Preface vii Acknowledgements viii Introduction: The Crown Jewel 1 1 The Dead Relative: Bounding Europe in Europe 12 Geopolitics by Nobody; Carving Places out of Space; Embodied Europes 2 Knowledge and Policy in Transnational Fields 32 Placing Diplomatic Knowledge; Policy Fields; "The work of reciprocal elucidation" 3 Brussels and Theatre: Bureaucracy and Place 61 Planet Brussels; Those Who Hold the Pen: EU Professionals; The Political and the Technical – and the Social 4 Transnational Diplomats: Representing Europe in EU 27 86 European External Action Service; Curved Mirrors: Negotiating the National; The Group for Which There is no Term: The New Member States 5 Powers of Conceptualization and Contextualization 112 A New Object of Knowledge; Fields of Expertise in the European Quarter; "Most people just want to do what they are told" 6 Feel for the Game: Symbolic Capital in the European Quarter 133 Symbolic Capital; "We are dealing with elites"; "In the third degree of depth"; "An urbane, subtle approach"; Shifts and Spirals 7 Political Geographies of Expertise 171 Knowledge From and On the East; Finding a Market; "Things are evolving"; Managing Difference Conclusion: Circles of Knowledge 195 References 209 Index 225
£54.00
Princeton University Press Local Religion in SixteenthCentury Spain
Book SynopsisThe description for this book, Local Religion in Sixteenth-Century Spain, will be forthcoming.Trade Review"Spanish Catholicism in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries has attracted considerable scholarly attention over the years. The work of theologians, humanists, mystics, and saints has been one focus of that attention. Another has been the investigation and suppression of heterodoxy by the Spanish Inquisition and the crown. William Christian is after a more elusive subject--the religious beliefs and practices of ordinary Spanish Christians... A useful addition to the literature on Spanish religiosity in the sixteenth century."--Carla Rahn Phillips, Renaissance Quarterly "[Christian] turns to the despised plebs, the peasants in the nave, dismissed by one of the greatest theologians of the day, Melchor Cano, on the ground that teaching them the techniques of mental prayer, for instance, would end in social disorder. Cano thought such matters were not for the likes of 'carpenters' wives,' presumably unconscious of the irony in his choice of the word carpenter. A valuable contribution to a fascinating and revealing area of study."--J. S. Cummins, History "Dr. Christian is ... To be congratulated for bringing these reports [of Philip II's chroniclers] to our attention. By targeting what he describes as the religion actually practiced by thousands of ordinary Spaniards, he has succeeded in opening a new and important chapter in the history of sixteenth-century Spain... The originality of the subject and the wealth of detail that Christian has uncovered make this study mandatory reading for anyone seriously interested in the religious history of early modem Europe."--Richard L. Kagan, The Catholic Historical Review
£46.80
Little, Brown & Company Respect
Book SynopsisThis 'comprehensive and illuminating' biography of the Queen of Soul (USA Today) was hailed by Rolling Stone as 'a remarkably complex portrait of Aretha Franklin's music and her tumultuous life.' Aretha Franklin began life as the golden daughter of a progressive and promiscuous Baptist preacher. Raised without her mother, she was a gospel prodigy who gave birth to two sons in her teens and left them and her native Detroit for New York, where she struggled to find her true voice. It was not until 1967, when a white Jewish producer insisted she return to her gospel-soul roots, that fame and fortune finally came via 'Respect' and a rapidfire string of hits. She continued to evolve for decades, amidst personal tragedy, surprise Grammy performances, and career reinventions. Again and again, Aretha stubbornly found a way to triumph over troubles, even as they continued to build. Her hold on the crown was tenacious, and in Respect, David Ritz gives us the definitive life of one of the greatest talents in all American culture. Trade ReviewA remarkably complex portrait of Aretha Franklin's music and her tumultuous life. * Rolling Stone *An honest and genuinely respectful portrait of a true diva by a writer who feels the power of her art. * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *Only someone who had the complete confidence and trust of Aretha's family and the elite of the Gospel and Rhythm and Blues communities could have gotten this story. An intimate and thorough account of this phenomenal woman's talent and life as only David Ritz could capture. * Tommy LiPuma, Grammy-winning producer *
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SPCK Publishing Joseph and the Lying Lady
Book SynopsisThe third book in the Young Joseph series of picture books for 3-6 year-oldsTrade ReviewPraise for the Young David series: A superb new series for primary-school children ... It stirred my own limp faith, let along my three year-old's burgeoning spirituality. It was moving, too, to hear my child's voice so clearly in David's many phrases: "Dear God, why doesn't anyone want to play with me" or in the eager question, "Will I get a crown?" after his anointing - so well does the author understand the modern child. -- Jemima Thackeray * Church Times *Praise for David and the Hairy Beast: Absolutely fantastic! Our boys love this book - highly recommended. * Amazon review *Praise for David and the Hairy Beast: Delightful tale for the very young ... this story of typical childhood fears is sensitively and humorously explored using lively, vivid text ... and beautiful illustrations. * Amazon review *What a beautiful book! Fiona Veitch Smith introduces us to the young Joseph with obvious affection and careful attention to Scripture. She weaves a wonderful moral tale which children will adore and want to come back to over and over again. Andy Catling’s illustrations complement the story perfectly, bringing the characters yet more alive. I especially loved all the antics of the cows on Jacob’s farm! The words and pictures both deserve many revisits, and this will soon become a firm favourite in any household with young children. A masterclass in how to bring a Bible story to life for youngsters. Am buying this book for my nephew (3) and my niece (5), who will love it! Very highly recommended! -- Ms K. R. Dibbens * Amazon.co.uk *
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Liverpool University Press Don Quixote and the Subversive Tradition of
Book SynopsisThis study offers a reading of Don Quixote, with comparative material from Golden Age history and Cervantes life, to argue that his greatest work was not just the hilariously comic entertainment that most of his contemporaries took it to be. Rather, it belongs to a subversive tradition of writing that grew up in sixteenth-century Spain and which constantly questioned the aims and standards of the imperial nation state that Counter-reformation Spain had become from the point of view of Renaissance humanism. Prime consideration needs to be given to the system of Spanish censorship at the time, run largely by the Inquisition albeit officially an institution of the crown, and its effect on the cultural life of the country. In response, writers of poetry and prose fiction -- strenuously attacked on moral grounds by sections of the clergy and the laity -- became adept at camouflaging heterodox ideas through rhetoric and imaginative invention. Ironically, Cervantes success in avoiding the attention of the censor by concealing his criticisms beneath irony and humour was so effective that even some twentieth-century scholars have maintained Don Quixote is a brilliantly funny book but no more. Bob Britton draws on recent critical and historical scholarship -- including ideas on cultural authority and studies on the way Cervantes addresses history, truth, writing, law and gender in Don Quixote -- and engages with the intellectual and moral issues that this much-loved writer engaged with. The summation and appraisal of these elements within the context of Golden Age censorship and the literary politics of the time make it essential reading for all those who are interested in or study the Spanish language and its literature.
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HarperCollins Publishers Not a Diet Book
Book Synopsis*The No.1 Sunday Times BestsellerJames Smith has already changed thousands of lives with his international phenomenonNot A Diet Book.Are you ready to change yours?Are you sick of always wearing black and getting undressed in the dark?Are you fixated with a number on the scales?Are you afraid to step into the gym and commit to a routine?Is your confidence at an all-time low?Is all of this having a negative impact on your life, relationships and happiness?With every tool you'll ever need to learn to reset your current mindset and attitude towards your diet and training, chapters include: Fat loss versus muscle gain Metabolism and body types' Protein targets and calorie tracking Common fitness fallacies Female fat loss Supplements Training versus exercising The importance of sleep Forming habitsThis book will put you back in control. It is not a fad diet or a short-term training plan. It will empower you to adopt better habits that will allow you to take charge of your life.Trade Review‘Meet the man changing the way you think about fitness. One of the most sought-after personal trainers in the world (who has) knocked current fitness It boy @JoeWicks for six and stolen the coveted crown of the fitness world’ Sunday Times Style ‘Not a Diet Book mercilessly takes down every fad diet, workout and health drink you have been sold and instead explains [James’] mission to make understanding weight-loss as two words – calorie deficit.’ The Sun ‘Personal trainer James Smith’s new book, Not a Diet Book, offers frank advice on getting in shape and busts some major diet myths.’ Grazia
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd Limbang Rebellion: Seven Days in December, 1962
Book SynopsisBetween 8 and 12 December of 1962, world attention focused on a surprise rebel uprising that sprang up in northern Borneo, where hostages were taken and threatened with execution. The small river town of Limbang, administrative centre of the Fifth Division of the British Crown colony of Sarawak, was the pivot of the confrontation that Harold Macmillan told John F. Kennedy was as dangerous a situation in South East Asia as the Western Allies had seen since the Second World War. The Brunei revolt turned out to be the opening act of the diplomatic and military conflict between Indonesia and Malaysia known as Confrontation ('Konfrontasi'). Britain and the Malayan Prime Minister aimed to create a federation of Malaysia by combining the two British colonies in Borneo and the island colony of Singapore with already independent Malaya. Opposition to this came from Brunei Malay politician Sheikh A. M. Azahari. The self-styled Prime Minister of a 'united' northern Borneo mounted an anti-Malaysia insurrection. This uprising became known as the Brunei revolt. An amphibious dawn assault at Limbang on 12 December by L Company of 42 Commando British Royal Marines liberated the hostages whom Azahari's rebel forces were preparing to hang. The story of Limbang and what it represents has not been fully told until now. While terrifying, Limbang was also a life-affirming experience for those involved and forged life-long bonds. It ends not with the heroic release of the hostages in a commando raid, where British forces faced heavy resistance, but with the impact these events had on the lives of all concerned.
£13.49
Headline Publishing Group Mauras Game A gripping crime thriller of danger
Book Synopsis* Pre-order GUILTY, the brand new novel from Martina Cole. Coming October 2024. *Maura Ryan is back to claim her gangland crown...MAURA''S GAME is the unputdownable sequel to DANGEROUS LADY, the iconic first novel by Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Martina Cole which catapulted her to fame and made her the ''undisputed queen of crime writing'' (Guardian). Maura Ryan was the queen of the criminal underworld when she pulled off the most audacious gold bullion robbery of all time. Since then, she''s retired from a life of crime to be with the only man she''s ever loved.But enemies from her past are closing in and they''re about to learn that they should never cross Maura Ryan. The dangerous lady is back and she''s as lethal as ever... We know you''ll be hooked on Maura Ryan, so be sure to first read the gripping prequel to MAURA''S GAME, DANGEROUS LADY.Trade Review'Cole is brilliant at portraying the good among the bad, and vice versa, so until the very end we never quite know who to trust. This is the very stuff that makes her so compelling' Daily Mirror 'Right from the start [Cole] has enjoyed unqualified approval for her distinctive and powerfully written fiction' The Times Intensely readable Guardian 'Martina Cole explores the shady criminal underworld, a setting she is fast making her own' Sunday Express 'Utterly compelling' Mirror 'The story will grip you from the first pages' Best 'Gritty novel from an author who knows intimately the world she writes about' Express
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Inner Traditions Bear and Company Becoming a Garment of Isis: A Nine-Stage
Book SynopsisA step-by-step guide to developing an embodied relationship with Egyptian divinities• Details the nine stages of the ancient Egyptian initiatory path, describing each stage’s powers as well as the culminating ceremony called “The Crown of Isis” • Provides profound guided meditations for each of the nine stages and illustrates the manifestation of this path’s principles through stories of awakening • Shares the author’s personal journey as a Garment of Isis and her own powerful interactions with Isis, which culminated in her serving as Oracle of Isis at the Parliament of World Religions in Chicago in 1993 The Sacred Science of ancient Egypt was an initiatory spiritual system, a technology of consciousness designed to birth a mystical communion with the divinities, an embodied union of being between the eternal and the mortal. After initiation was completed, the re-identified being, now divinely possessed, was known as a Garment of Isis, signifying that the goddess Isis dwelt within them.Offering a practical guide to the key principles within the Egyptian temple tradition, Naomi Ozaniec explores the process of creating and developing a personal relationship with the Neteru, the divinities and forces of creation of ancient Egypt. She details the nine stages of this initiatory path, which are divided into three phases--heartmind, spiritmind, and soulmind. This step-by-step, interactive process culminates in a ceremony called The Crown of Isis. The author provides profound guided meditations and illustrates the manifestation of the initiate’s powers through stories of awakening brought on by this spiritual path. She also shares her personal journey as a Garment of Isis and her own powerful interactions with Isis. An accessible yet substantive guide to initiation into the Egyptian Mysteries, this book details how to gradually awaken and attune your mind to the symbolic, open access to higher realms of consciousness, and enter into a mystical marriage between personal and divine consciousness.Trade Review“Consistently with each book, Naomi Ozaniec has been called-- powerfully called--to demonstrate what it means to be a metaphysician, a priestess, and a living Garment of Isis. If you feel you have been called by She of 10,000 names, this book will assure you of your place in Her retinue. The work of the priestess requires an open heartmind. It is deep, both personal and transpersonal, conscious-expanding, and entirely necessary for our planet’s transformation. This is a necessary guidebook for our Aquarian age.” * Rev. Normandi Ellis, D.D., author of Hieroglyphic Words of Power *“Magnificent! This book is a beacon of light in the world today. Every page is a beautiful revelation and a true joy to breathe in. Written with the searing power of the heart and the wisdom of a true master initiate, Becoming a Garment of Isis takes us into the profound mysteries of ancient Egypt and Greece and the mystery schools that taught the sacred Kemetic science of soul liberation. Its pages not only remind us of the deep wisdom that flourished in an age of philosophy, science, and spiritual understanding, but this book provides a road map back to the very heart and soul of who we are. Its message is as essential to us today as it has ever been, for its wisdom is eternal. Do yourself a favor. Read this book!” * Tricia McCannon, author of Return of the Divine Sophia *“This book is a real treasure, wrought from the wisdom of one who has truly walked these pathways and has the rare skill to convey their knowledge and experience in a way that feels warm and familiar. A powerful yet gentle work, Becoming a Garment of Isis is deeply soul-nourishing and sure to become a trusted companion, revealing deeper levels of understanding on each reading.” * Emily Carding, creator of The Transparent Tarot *“Wisdom does not tell us what we need to know; instead, it reveals how we need to be. Becoming a Garment of Isis is a priceless gift solely for the good of our neighbors. If you are ready to truly put aside the noise from the outer world and receive the illuminations stored within these pages, then grab yourself a copy! There are timeless repositories hidden in remote places to reveal the answers for this time, and this body of work is one of them.” * Anaiya Sophia, author of Fierce Feminine Rising and Sacred Sexual Union *“Naomi Ozaniec’s work reflects a profound understanding of many esoteric traditions, with an exceptional insight into Egyptian spirituality. Her guidance, disclosed through personal experience and dedication to one of the most exalted deities of the ancient temple, brings to life one’s innate connection to the wellspring of divinity.” * Rosemary Clark, author The Sacred Tradition in Ancient Egypt and The Sacred Magic of Ancient Egypt *Table of ContentsPreface: Preliminary Thoughts The Words of Isis Introduction: Kemetic Sacred Science The Family of the Neteru Preparation PART ITemenos I: The Heartmind Praxis 1: The Power of Intelligence Praxis 2: The Power of Inspiration Praxis 3: The Power of Imagination PART II Temenos II: The Spiritmind Praxis 4: The Power of Dedication Praxis 5: The Power of Meditation Praxis 6: The Power of Transformation PART III Temenos III: The Soulmind Praxis 7: The Power of Initiation Praxis 8: The Power of Mediation Praxis 9: The Power of Identification PART IVThe Star of the Mysteries Creating the Inner Light Afterthoughts: Reflections on Being and Becoming Appendix I. Ritual: The Crown of Isis Appendix II. The Hall of Maat Notes Bibliography Index
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Pan Macmillan He Who Drowned the World: the epic sequel to the
Book SynopsisThe Song of Achilles meets Mulan in He Who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan - a dazzling queer historical fantasy of war and destiny set in an epic alternate China, and sequel to Sunday Times bestselling She Who Became the Sun.'Transcendent, heart-wrenching' - Joanne Harris, author of ChocolatWhat would you give to win the world?Zhu Yuanzhang, the Radiant King, is riding high after her victory – one that tore southern China from its Mongol masters. Now she burns with a new desire: to seize the throne and crown herself emperor.However, Zhu isn’t the only one with imperial aspirations. Courtesan Madam Zhang plots to steal the throne for her husband. But scorned scholar Wang Baoxiang is even closer to the throne. He’s maneuverered his way to the capital, where his courtly games threaten to bring the empire to its knees. For Baoxiang also desires revenge: to become the most degenerate Great Khan in history. In the process, he’d make a mockery of the warrior values his Mongol family loved more than him.To stay in the game, Zhu must gamble everything on one bold move. A risky alliance with an old enemy: Ouyang, the brilliant but unstable eunuch general. All contenders will do whatever it takes to win. But when desire has no end, and ambition no limits, could the price be too high for even the most ruthless heart to bear?Praise for Shelley Parker-Chan:‘As brilliant as Circe . . . a deft and dazzling triumph’ – Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne'Magnificent in every way. War, desire, vengeance, politics – Shelley Parker-Chan has perfectly measured each ingredient' – Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange Tree'Shelley Parker-Chan is a genius' – Jen Williams, author of TalonsisterTrade ReviewTranscendent, heart-wrenching -- Joanne Harris, author of ChocolatHe Who Drowned the World blew me out of the water. Deep, dark and peopled with deliciously complex characters, this book will draw you irresistibly into a world of tragedy and triumph. Shelley Parker-Chan is a genius -- Jen Williams, author of TalonsisterA powerful historical fantasy filled with complex people and high stakes. . . . Paying equal attention to fierce battle scenes and deep conversations and filled with desperate decisions and brutal actions, this book is immersive and intimate -- Library Journal, Starred ReviewA heart-racing, emotional story that is also heartrending and shocking . . . The conclusion of the Radiant Emperor duology makes use of every last word and stamps this series onto the map as a new must-read of the fantasy canon -- Booklist, Starred ReviewEven better than the first . . . These novels beautifully capture the feedback loop wherein queer-coded characters are reviled, which drives them to unbearable viciousness, which in turn fills them with self-loathing. Parker-Chan’s characters struggle to break this cycle, and the nuance with which they’re portrayed makes us root for them. In the end, Parker-Chan seems to suggest, power belongs not to the most ruthless but to those who are most successful at self-forgiveness -- The Washington PostFans are not going to be disappointed . . . He Who Drowned The World was well worth the wait -- GlamourMesmerizing -- SciFiNowParker-Chan unrolls the painted scroll of her epic tale with the control of a master storyteller, revealing a dazzling new world of fate, war, love and betrayal. Fantasy will never be the same -- Zen Cho, author of Sorcerer to the Crown, on She Who Became the SunEpic, tragic and gorgeous. It will wreck you, and you will be grateful -- Alix E. Harrow, author of Starling House on She Who Became the Sun
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John Murray Press The Year Without Summer
Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE WALTER SCOTT HISTORICAL FICTION PRIZE 2021SHORTLISTED FOR THE HWA GOLD CROWN AWARD 2020''A STRIKINGLY SHARP AND SUBTLE WRITER'' Guardian''SUPERB...BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN...UNFORGETTABLE'' FT Weekend''SKILFUL'' Sunday Times ''RICH, INTRICATE, IMPRESSIVELY REALISED'' Observer ''VIVIDLY REALISED'' The Times''A VISION OF THE PAST AND A VISION OF THE FUTURE'' Irish Times''A VIVID SLICE OF HISTORICAL FICTION'' Sunday Express1815, Sumbawa Island, IndonesiaMount Tambora explodes in a cataclysmic eruption, killing thousands. Sent to investigate, ship surgeon Henry Hoggcan barely believe his eyes. Once a paradise, the island is now solid ash, the surrounding sea turned to stone. But worse is yet to come: as the ash cloud rises and covers the sun, the seasons will fail.1816In Switzerland, Mary ShTrade ReviewGlasfurd is a strikingly sharp and subtle writer who finds beauty in the bleakest situations. She has the rare ability to conjure characters vividly in a few deft strokes and the gift, rarer still, of making us care deeply about them . . . an angry and tender interrogation of tangibly real lives . . . Glasfurd's hard-hitting admonition deserves to find its mark. * The Guardian *Superb . . . a stay-up-all-night page-turner . . . a beautifully written, angry, unflinching and unforgettable novel. * Financial Times *Glasfurd is a skilful writer and the book offers much to enjoy * Sunday Times *Vividly realised . . . this second novel does not disappoint * The Times *Guinevere Glasfurd's follow-up to her 2016 Costa-shortlisted debut The Words in My Hand is another superb saga, rich in both historical detail and human interest . . . [Glasfurd] combines her intricate storyline with an impressively realised sense of a world being dragged into the modern age * Observer *A rich, well-written, and entirely convincing work of historical fiction. Each story adds a dimension to the exploration of climate disaster across social class and geography ... in The Year Without Summer we are offered both a vision of the past and a vision of the future * Irish Times *A vivid slice of historical fiction * Sunday Express *Vivid, vibrant, hard to put down. Who'd have thought a book about calamitous climate change could also be such a joy to read? * Hilary Spurling *Guinevere Glasfurd's ingenious and absorbing storytelling brought both the very human and epic impact of the world's worst volcanic catastrophe to life in an indelible way that brings the past right into the present * Kirsty Wark, author of THE LEGACY OF ELIZABETH PRINGLE *Definitely scary, sometimes brutal, extremely thought-provoking and beautifully written . . . very compelling * Harriet Tyce, author of BLOOD ORANGE *A vivid and multi-faceted novel, bringing to life the social unrest and disorder that followed in this brief period where the seasons did not follow their usual pattern. It is hard to think of a more pressing concern in the current climate * Canberra Times *The Year Without Summer is an astonishing, riveting accomplishment. With a masterful grace and poetic beauty, Guinevere Glasfurd crafts a story that, although steeped in a particular historical moment, resonates profoundly for the times we live in now. A truly remarkable book about a remarkable year in history. * Emily Rapp, author of THE STILL POINT OF THE TURNING WORLD *In 1815, a volcanic eruption in Indonesia brings ash and ice, ushering in strange storms and political turmoil. The old ways disappear and there is a hunger for justice and equality. The Year Without Summer is a worldwide canvas peopled by passionate individuals who long for a better future, each one brought to life in vivid, heartbreaking detail. * Marianne Kavanagh, author of FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE *Enthralling * Daily Telegraph *Rich in voice, beautifully told, and with a chilling sting in its tail. * *Shortlisted for the HWA Gold Crown Award 2020* *
£8.99
Liverpool University Press Huguenot Soldiers of William of Orange and the
Book SynopsisThis book provides the first full-scale, scholarly analysis of the political, religious and social rationale which underlay Huguenot support for William of Orange in 1688. In the context of the Huguenot exodus from France and the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes, the role of the Huguenot soldiers within an international Protestant political context is explained through the use of rich biographical and historical detail. Special attention is given to the role played by the most prominent Protestant soldiers of William's army, the Huguenot refugees and the British soldiers of the Anglo-Dutch Brigade. The importance of issues of loyalty and conscience amongst Europe's professional international officer corps is addressed, thereby placing the valuable service rendered to William III by his Huguenot soldiers in an international context encompassing political, religious and social aspects. This book will be a rich source of biographical information about hundreds of Huguenot soldiers in British, Dutch and Brandenburg service in the period 1670 to 1700.Trade Review"Glozier's study is most impressive in its reconstruction of the Huguenot community. His book has a prosopographical approach and contains a treasury of biographical information, based upon which the author analyzes the social and religious background of the soldiers... an important and innovative contribution to Dutch military historiography as well as Huguenot studies and may prove an important incentive to study this topic in more depth." -- H-Albion."This book's particular merit lies in its international scope and its focus on Huguenot officers serving William in the Netherlands and Ireland... Discusses a worthwhile and neglected subject." -- Albion.Table of ContentsContents: Introduction; The French Crown, the Huguenots and the Army before 1685; The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes; Huguenots in the Dutch Army, 1685--8; The Huguenots and the Anglo-Dutch Brigade; James II and the Huguenots; The Glorious Revolution' of 1688; Ireland; Epilogue; Index.
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Headline Publishing Group Death of an Officer
Book SynopsisLondon. Spring 1943. While Europe continues to suffer under the iron fist of Nazi occupation, Britain remains battered but unbowed. DCI Frank Merlin, already contending with a booming wartime crime wave in the capital, is confronted with a baffling case: the brutal murder of a respected doctor. Following a puzzling trail that leads him into the hidden corners of clubland - and which appears to be linked to the disappearance of both British and American officers - Merlin must untangle a dark web of shocking secrets.''This is to my shame the first Mark Ellis book I''ve read. If the others evoke a vanished London so impressively, are graced with such complex plots and deep characterisation, and, above all, are written so well I shall have to read them all.''THE TIMES''An atmospheric, compelling evocation of war-torn London in the wake of the Blitz, where DCI Frank Merlin fights against a tidal wave of crime'' GEOFFREY WANSELL, Crime and Thriller Reviewer, DAILY MAIL''Unputdownable'' ROBERT LYMAN''Mark Ellis delivers diamonds - an intriguing, masterly juggling of an intricate plot and an enviable command of detail.'' JOHN LAWTON''Extraordinarily atmospheric and compelling, DEAD IN THE WATER is a wonderfully intelligent and complex story'' CHRIS LLOYD, HWA Gold Crown Award winner.''...historical noir at its best. Mark Ellis''s talents as a writer are many; finely embroidered plotting, a meticulously researched historical context and place, and rounded characters whose lives and capers become real for a reader'' GARY DONNELLY''A very satisfying puzzle, expertly crafted'' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETYPraise for the DCI Frank Merlin series:''Masterly . . . compelling . . . one of the most attractive characters to emerge in recent detective-thriller fiction'' ANDREW ROBERTS, SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR''Against the backdrop of Blitz-hit London, this stylish thriller sees Scotland Yard''s Frank Merlin investigate a tangled conspiracy''SUNDAY MIRROR
£10.44
Paul Holberton Publishing Ltd Liber Amicorum in Honour of Diana Scarisbrick: a
Book SynopsisThis work, published on the 94th birthday of Diana Scarisbrick, honours her extraordinary career as the ‘world’s leading jewellery historian’. Twenty scholars, most of whom have known and benefited from Scarisbrick’s vast knowledge over many decades, have contributed essays to this book.Liber Amicorum centres around the historian to which it is dedicated, Diana Scarisbrick. The work of the twenty contributors owes much to her own pioneering research in the feeled of jewellery history. The book opens with a brief biographical summary of Scarisbrick’s life before exploring her assiduous work in the field of jewellery history. A subsequent bibliography of Scarisbrick’s career work is provided which includes articles, interviews, and books published from 1970 to the present day, and serves as evidence of her eminence. The work as a whole functions as a ‘small token of appreciation for all that she has contributed to the world of jewellery history’. The essays in this publication cover topics that range from Roman jewellery to the contemporary production of jewellery. Not constrained by a focus on one particular time period, these essays are indicative of the breadth of influence that Diana Scarisbrick’s career has had.Contributions cover several different themes: amongst the objects discussed are gems, rings, chalices, bindings and crown jewels. The themes covered include jewel theft, methods of jewellery production, and the collections of individuals. Throughout each essay the insightful historical research of the contributors is beautifully supported by high quality illustrations. These bring the book to life, highlighting the splendour and fragility of some of the objects that are dicussed.Trade ReviewThis well-illustrated book in honour of a leading historian is a welcome addition to the literature on jewellery. * The Burlington Magazine *
£33.25
Manchester University Press Revolution Remembered: Seditious Memories After
Book SynopsisAfter the Restoration, parliamentarians continued to identify with the decisions to oppose and resist crown and established church. This was despite the fact that expressing such views between 1660 and 1688 was to open oneself to charges of sedition or treason. This book uses approaches from the field of memory studies to examine ‘seditious memories’ in seventeenth-century Britain, asking why people were prepared to take the risk of voicing them in public. It argues that such activities were more than a manifestation of discontent or radicalism – they also provided a way of countering experiences of defeat. Besides speech and writing, parliamentarian and republican views are shown to have manifested as misbehaviour during official commemorations of the civil wars and republic. The book also considers how such views were passed on from the generation of men and women who experienced civil war and revolution to their children and grandchildren.Trade Review‘[…] thoroughly researched, clearly structured and well argued. A university lecturer in heritage management, Legon has a good eye for the telling detail and quotation, and shows skill in marshalling his many examples.’R. C. Richardson, University of Winchester, Times Higher Education, April 2019'The project has certainly resulted in a valuable piece of scholarship, and Legon has used the available materials with sensitivity and verve. There is much to commend Revolution Remembered, and it will be an influential addition to the historiography of the Restoration.' David J. Appleby, Journal of British Studies -- .Table of Contents1 Introduction: ‘Remember the Good Old Cause’2 Locating seditious memories in England and Wales3 The politics of memory after the Restoration4 Seditious memories: contestation and cultural resistance5 Sharing seditious memories6 Seditious memories in Scotland and Ireland7 Mis-commemoration after the Restoration8 Seditious memories across generations9 Conclusion: burying the good old causeIndex
£76.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Public Law
Book SynopsisPublic Law guides students through all the essential components of the Public Law module, in a user-friendly structure that is ideal for visual learners. Written by an experienced teacher of Public Law, the book takes an accessible and engaging approach to often complex areas of law, politics and the constitution. Incorporating recent developments, academic debate and commentary, the book introduces students to all the key concepts of this core subject. The text is grounded in context, explaining how Public Law operates in practice, and it thoroughly covers the spectrum of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and Administrative Law.Integrated pedagogic features ease navigation of the text and reinforce key points. These include Public Law in Context, Recent Developments, Public Law in Practice, Practical Application and Academic Debate, and Public Law is also supported by online Multiple Choice Questions. Public Law is essential reading for moTable of Contents1. The United Kingdom’s Constitution; 2. The Sources of the United Kingdom’s Constitution; 3. The Separation of Powers and the United Kingdom’s Constitution; 4. The Rule of Law and the United Kingdom’s Constitution; 5. Parliamentary Sovereignty I: The Foundations; 6. Parliamentary Sovereignty II: The Challenges; 7. Parliament: Composition and Functions; 8. The Executive: Crown, Government and Accountability; 9. The Courts and the Judiciary; 10. The Prerogative I: Foundations, Powers and Parliamentary Control; 11. The Prerogative II: Judicial Control of the Prerogative Powers; 12. Human Rights I: Foundations and Rights; 13. Human Rights II: Two Competing Rights? Articles 8 and 10 ECHR; 14. Human Rights III: Freedom of Assembly and Association; 15. Judicial Review I: Foundations of Judicial Review; 16. Judicial Review II: The Grounds; 17. The Omdudsman, Tribunals, Inquiries and Executive Liability
£36.09
Random House Worlds Thief Liar Lady
Book Synopsis?Happily Ever After? is a total scam, but at least this time the princess is the one controlling the grift?until her true love arrives and threatens to ruin the whole scheme. Intrigue, magic, and wit abound in this Cinderella fairytale reimagining, perfect for fans of Heather Walter and Naomi Novik.?A dazzlingly magical, thrilling, and inventive take on a beloved classic.??Lana Harper, New York Times bestselling author of Payback''s a WitchI?m not who you think I am. My transformation from a poor, orphaned scullery maid into the enchantingly mysterious lady who snagged the heart of the prince did not happen?as the rumors insisted?in a magical metamorphosis of pumpkins and glass slippers. On the first evening of the ball, I didn?t meekly help my ?evil? stepmother and stepsisters primp and preen or watch forlornly out the window as their carriage rolled off toward the palace. I had other preparations to make. My stepsisters and I had been trained for this?to be the cleverest in the room, to be quick with our hands and quicker with our lies. We were taught how to get everything we wanted in this world, everything men always kept for themselves: power, wealth, and prestige. And with a touchingly tragic past and the help of some highly illegal spells, I would become a princess, secure our fortunes, and we would all live happily ever after. But there?s always more to the story. With my magic running out, war looming, and a handsome hostage prince?the wrong prince?distracting me from my true purpose with his magnetic charm and forbidden flirtations, I?m in danger of losing control of the delicate balance I?ve created . . . and that could prove fatal. There?s so much more riding on this than a crown.
£14.40
Baen Books 1635 The Weavers Code
Book SynopsisA young gentlewoman, Margaret de Beauchamp, finds her fate twisted into the lives of the up-timers when she meets the Americans imprisoned in the Tower of London. In exchange for her help, Rita Simpson and Harry Lefferts give her a huge sum of money to keep her family's manor and its woolen trade from falling into the hands of the crown and its unscrupulous minister, Lord Cork. But Margaret's troubles are not at an end. Her family's fortunes are in a downward spiral. Her trip to Grantville brings unexpected dangers and a possible up-time solution. Inspired by books in the Grantville library, Margaret has an idea to restore her family's fortunes with an innovation never before seen in fabric design. With the help of Aaron Craig, an up-timer programmer using aqualators, water-powered computers, they teach her father's craftsmen to create a combination machine loom that can produce a new type of woolen cloth. The ornate and perfect patterns quickly trend among the nobility. However, the Master Weavers of the county's Weaver's Guild aren't happy about being overshadowed by the changes to the status quo, and take their grievance to Lord Cork, who is still looking for the people who helped the Americans escape from the Tower. Cork isn't interested in squabbles between mere tradesmen, but he is very interested in taking over the new calculating machine that is fueling the upsurge in the de Beauchamp fortunes. He sends agents ordered to stop at nothing to secure it for his own ends. Margaret has to protect her new business, and prevent anyone from discovering that up-timers are in the country to assist her, but she still has to deal with an uprising at home.
£21.24
