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The essential handbook to the mystic arts.

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Venture into Fleet Street and discover the dark side of Victorian London where you''ll encounter the demon barber Sweeney Todd and his menacing accomplice Mrs Lovett in this classic thriller. Gruesome mysteries are uncovered when Lieutenant Thornhill goes missing after entering Todd''s barber shop for a haircut. Londoners are disappearing, Todd''s young apprentice Tobias is subject to constant fear and abuse, and the barber''s grows more peculiar as the days go by. Menace and murder abounds in this terrifying tale where criminals hide in plain sight and threaten to harm anyone who could get in the way of their schemes.Famously adapted to the big screen by Tim Burton, Sweeney Todd is a classic of British horror writing and its legendary villain remains iconic this day. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover de

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Organized crime is perhaps the most fascinating phenomenon of our time. From Al Capone, who boldly claimed his bootlegging activities were a public service, to the flamboyant Teflon Don, the criminals of the underworld have garnered headlines and captured our imagination with their violent and extravagant lifestyles. Arthur Martin provides a gripping introduction to the history of the mob, from the early vendettas of the 19th century in southern Italy to the mass killings a century later across New York, Chicago and other American cities. Featuring shocking photographs of these gang members, Mafia Wars offers shocking insight into the role of the mob explores whether recent high-profile hits are a mark of the Mafia''s re-emergence as a violent force in the 21st century. For anyone who wants to know the truth about organized crime and understand the violent forces that have shaped it over the last century, this book is an indispensable guide.

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Young readers can solve over 100 mind-expanding number puzzles in this entertaining activity book, wonderfully illustrated in full-colour. From secret codes and sudokus to number mazes and brain-teasers, Train Your Brain: Number Puzzles is packed with ingenious puzzles that will really get children thinking outside the box. With just a little daily mental exercise, readers will become sharper, faster-and ready to tackle whatever head-scratching problems might come their way! Includes:• Maths problems to improve numeracy skills • Japanese puzzles to boost logical thinking • Riddles to improve verbal reasoning • And much more! These puzzles are brought to life by vibrant scenes and lively characters, beautifully illustrated by Evelyn Rogers. Perfect for readers aged 9+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Train Your Brain Puzzles are dynamic, high-energy activity books for young readers. Each are fil

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This stunning collection of six clothbound books in a slipcase contains some of the most beloved works written by the Brontë sisters.With unforgettable characters like Heathcliff, Jane Eyre and Agnes Grey, these striking tales of passion, yearning and heartache will move and shake readers to the core. Their messages of authenticity and feminism remain powerful today and are essential for any bookshelf. These complete and unabridged novels are the perfect introduction to the most famous trio in English literature. With beautiful embossed cover designs and coloured endpapers, this deluxe box-set makes a beautiful gift for any literature lover. Includes:• Jane Eyre• Agnes Grey• Villette• Wuthering Heights• The Professor• The Tenant of Wildfell Hall ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Collector''s Classics series are high-qu

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In this heartfelt picture book, children can go on an uplifting journey with Puppy as he shares his joy with others and learns to recognise these emotions.Being happy is great, and it is important for young children to realize when they are feeling happy and to recognize what makes them happy. My Happy Book helps children to understand their happy feelings. When they are young many children do not have the language to express how they feel. This charmingly illustrated, clearly written book takes children on a fun journey with bouncy Puppy as he expresses his happiness and shares his joy with others. My Happy Book provides the insight and vocabulary youngsters need to express how they feel and encourages them to talk about their feelings. Perfect for children aged 4+

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Sudokus are the ever-popular number placement puzzles that give your brain a workout. Across four different levels of difficulty, and presented in an easy-to-read large-print type this collection is sure to keep you entertained for hours. Work your way through and see your skills improve, or jump in at a level that suits you. And should you get stuck, all solutions can be found at the back. • LARGE PRINT: Put your reading glasses away! This large-print book allows you to puzzle away without straining your eyes. • EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you pit your wits against these number-placement teasers. • REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.

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Pack up your iconic VW camper van and set out for the open road in this delightful colouring book, featuring over 45 designs of travelling adventures. The camper van, ideally a 1960s VW version, painted brightly, has become an aspirational holiday icon. You can take your bed along, cook en route and park up almost anywhere you like. This delightful colouring book is inspired by ''van life'' adventures, with images of travel and relaxation from all over the world. From beachy shores to mountain ranges, this colouring book includes a wonderful array of sites and scenes to fill with colour. • Includes 45 designs • Printed on thick, high-quality paper • The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through • Suitable for pencils, felt-tips or markers ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Arcturus Creative Colouring series brings together delightful colouring books designed to relax the mind and

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I have committed many acts of cruelty and had an incalculable number of men killed, never knowing whether what I did was right. But I am indifferent to what people think of me.- Genghis KhanA spine-chilling chronicle of dictators and their crimes against humanity, Tyrants introduces the most bloodthirsty madmen - and women - ever to wield power over their unfortunate fellow human beings.From Atilla the Hun, who killed his own brother to rule the Hun Empire, to Adolf Hitler, mass murderer and instigator of the most devastating war the world has ever known, this book examines history''s most infamous despots and tells in vivid detail the story of the lives they led, their ruthless climb to the top and the destruction and sorrow they left in their wake.Includes:• Herod the Great, King of Judaea • Pheidon of Argos, Tyrant of Athens • Richard III, King of

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Consult the wisdom of the ancient Classical world in this beautiful new oracle, complete with 50 oracle cards and a full-colour guidebook, enclosed in a sleek lidded box.Ancient Greek and Roman gods and goddesses guide the reader in this beautiful new oracle. Discover the mythology behind these figures and how they are relevant to answering modern questions about life. Enjoy the extraordinary beauty and grace of deities such as Aphrodite, Hermes and Zeus. Discover how the morality of these ancient gods continue to hold meaning for us today. Experienced tarot and oracle author, Marie Bruce, reveals how this new 50-card oracle can help you find the answers you seek to any problem you may have.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Oracle Kits contain everything you need to get started in a spiritual practice. Each kit includes practical guidebook alongside the equipment you need, from tarot cards to pendulums and I Ching coins, presented in a

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Embrace the power of gratitude with this beautiful night-time journal, filled with reflective prompts on colourful pages to complete each evening. Expressing gratitude is believed to improve relationships, increase mindfulness, and decrease stress. What''s more, engaging in optimistic and grateful thoughts before bedtime can create a more relaxed mental state, which may contribute to improved sleep quality. So, give thanks for all the blessings in your life and embrace an attitude of gratitude before you drift off to the land of nod and you''ll wake up on a positive note, feeling ready to embrace everything the day holds.• THOUGHTFUL PROMPTS: This guided journal includes prompts to stir your thoughts and reflections • UNDATED: Don''t worry if you miss a day! This journal lets you fill in each date to avoid blank pages • GIFT EDITION: With cloth-look textured binding, silver embossing and colourful patterned pages, th

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Create uplifting self-care rituals and cultivate compassion for yourself with the help of this beautiful guided journal, filled with thoughtful prompts to complete each day. Being kind to yourself can offer benefits to your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. So, take some time every day focus on morning to focus on how you will treat yourself with care that day and reflect every evening on the day that has passed, releasing negativity as you go. • MORNING AND EVENING PAGES: Check in with yourself in the morning and evening, to start and end every day with compassion.• THOUGHTFUL PROMPTS: This guided journal includes prompts to stir your thoughts and reflections • UNDATED: Don''t worry if you miss a day! This journal lets you fill in each date to avoid blank pages • GIFT EDITION: With cloth-look textured binding, silver embossing and colourful patterned pages, this journal makes filling i

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You will find more than 150 themed puzzles in this beautifully designed book, making it the perfect treat for all puzzle fans and word enthusiasts.• EXPAND YOUR VOCABULARY: Each puzzle is on a fascinating theme, and you''re sure to learn new words as you as you go along.• EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Give your mind a great workout as you look for the hidden words, which may run forward or backward, up or down, or even diagonally.• REDUCE STRESS: Feel your stress melt away as you focus on these satisfying puzzles.

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Children can set off on an extraordinary guided tour of the animal kingdom with this comprehensive reference book, brought to life with eye-opening full-colour wildlife photography.From the high-flying realm of the birds to the mysterious twilight world of deep-sea creatures, this smart visual guide introduces young readers to the incredible wonders of the animal kingdom. Find out about habitats, ecosystems, survival skills and more, through high-impact facts, astounding stats, and cutting-edge scientific knowledge. Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual reference guide is the perfect introduction to the world of animals. This book supports the key stage 2 (KS2) curriculum and is great for home learning. Perfect for children aged 8+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Discovery Library brings together wonderfully visual paperback reference guides for children, covering popular topics from animals to space!

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Get ready for a monstrously good time!This frightfully fun, high-energy activity book is packed with all things monstrous, slimy and spooky. Kids can discover what is growing in the gruesome greenhouse, find their way across the slimy swamp, read the secret message in the haunted house and more.Featuring a whole range of classic puzzles, including sudokus, search-and-find games, mazes, dot-to-dot, spot-the-difference, drawing challenges, this activity book is perfect for kids aged 7+.

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ADVENTURES DON''T COME ANY BIGGER THAN THIS!When the Earth is invaded by extra-mean extraterrestrials and ginormous monsters, Zoe and her kid brother Pablo think things can''t get any crazier. But then their school gets infiltrated by aliens and Pablo gets turned into a massive monster himself! For some kids, being suddenly supersized might be scary. But for Pablo, it''s the beginning of an incredible and hilarious adventure. Instead of going berserk, our colossal kid hero continues to obsess over video games, trading cards, and cookie dough ice cream.Zoe soon realises that he''s the same annoying little brother as ever ... except that now, her little brother is 100 feet tall!Can a schoolkid in the body of a skyscraping monster take on an entire alien army? Can Zoe and Pablo keep it together when the whole world is going 100% bananas? Find out in ...

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Children can press out and build 10 model planes based on real aircraft and learn facts about them with this spectacular full colour book. From the classic Lockheed Vega to the record-breaking Nemesis, children can build their own model aircrafts with this incredible model book. These planes are printed on thick, high-quality card and can be constructed by pressing out the model pieces, folding them, and gluing. Follow the step-by-step instructions to create a plane that can be flown or placed in an incredible aviation display. Each model plane is accompanied by fantastic facts about it. A specification box gives details on wingspan, length, speed and engine power, so readers can compare each plane and discover their different strengths. Perfect for children aged 7+ who love facts, planes and models!Models include: • Lockheed Vega • Macchi Castoldi MC 72 • Rider R-4 Firecracker • Concorde • Pa

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