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| "Swimming with Sharks : Inside the World of the Bankers" |
| "'It's not the people who are bad it's the culture''Friends turned on me on my wife' 'This job involves in some part selling your soul for a good salary' 'You're sitting there and you may have just made the decision that destroyed the world'Winner of the NS Public Prize for Book of the Year 2015Joris Luyendijk an investigative journalist knew almost nothing about banking until he was assigned to investigate the financial sector Over two years he spoke to more than 200 people - from the competitive investment bankers and elite hedge fund managers to downtrodden back office staff and those made redundant in regular 'culls' They opened up about what they actually do about the toxic hiring and firing culture and about the overwhelming technological and mathematical opacity of their work They admitted that in the crash of 2008 they hoarded food put their money in gold and prepared to evacuate their children to the countryside And they agreed that nothing had changed since then"
Price: 7.49 |
| "I Am Here Now: A creative mindfulness guide and journal by The Mindfulness Project (Paperback, 2015)" |
| "An essential guide to mindfulness filled with tools and practices that can enhance our well-being' Arianna HuffingtonI am here now will inspire you to explore your world with greater curiosity and find moments of mindfulness in everyday life while unleashing your creativity along the way Be here now with exercises to challenge your powers of observation investigation and cultivation and bring new awareness to your senses thoughts and emotions Practise meditation with the I am here now audio track guided by internationally renowned mindfulness teacher Tara Brach Use the field notes pages to record your findings and capture your insights 'Mindfulness is a simple and very powerful practice of training our attention It's simple in that it's really just about paying attention to what's happening here and now (ie sensations thoughts and emotions) in a non-judgemental way It's powerful because it can interrupt the habit of getting lost in thoughts mostly about the future or past which often generates more stress on top of the real pressures of everyday life' The Mindfulness Project"
Price: 7.49 |
| "Moral Disorder by Margaret Atwood (Paperback, 2007)" |
| "By the author of The Handmaid's Tale and Alias GraceAtwood entices us to flip through the photo album of a Canadian woman who closely resembles herself Come here sit beside me she seems to say Then she takes us on an emotional journey through loneliness love loss and old age' Sarah Emily Miano THE TIMESShort stories that trace the course of a life and the lives intertwined with it - MORAL DISORDER is Margaret Atwood at her very finest 'Funny touching beady-eyed slouchily elegant giving us family life in all its horrors The secret resentments and alignments - difficult siblings unfair parents hopeless yearnings and rage - are funny to read about hellish to experience Atwood makes it look so easy doing what she does best tenderly dissecting the human heart A marvellous writer' Lee Langley DAILY MAIL'A model of distillation precision clarity and detail Atwood writes with compassion and intensity not only about her characters but also about the 20th century itself' Mary Flanagan INDEPENDENT'MORAL DISORDER is an infinitely ingenious and perceptive study as intimate as a self-portrait but with an epic breadth of vision It deserves to become a quiet classic' Charlotte Moore SPECTATOR"
Price: 7.49 |
| "RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Stumpwork by Kate Sinton (Spiral bound, 2011)" |
| "The Royal School of Needlework (RSN) teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard and is well respected all over the world It not only upholds the traditions of English embroidery that go back many hundreds of years but is constantly taking embroidery forwards in new and innovative ways This series of Essential Stitch Guides has been produced in close collaboration with the RSN with the aim of providing a set of definitive works on traditional embroidery techniques All of the authors were chosen by the RSN and all are graduate apprentices of the Royal School In Stumpwork Kate Sinton brings together all of the major techniques and stitches associated with stumpwork embroidery to produce a stunning book that reflects both her expertise as an embroiderer and her artistic talent For both expert advice and innovation this book is second to none"
Price: 7.99 |
| "Wreck This Journal: Now in Colour" |
| "Now in spectacular full colour throughout a special 10th anniversary edition of the internationally bestselling journal that started it all--with more than 7 million copies sold! Perhaps you&39;re a seasoned Wreck-er having made your way through one or more copies of Wreck This Journal Or maybe you&39;re new to the phenomenon (little do you know this experience might just change your life) Whatever the case you&39;ve found the perfect book to inflict damage onThe revolution is now in colour Why colour? Because it&39;s dangerous And if it isn&39;t dangerous then it isn&39;t worth doing You are hereby challenged to now try everything you&39;ve never done with colour Everything Mixing ripping spewing streaming hurling blowing up throwing dropping explodingWelcome to an all new-edition of Wreck This Journal now in spectacular full colour! With a mix of new altered and favourite prompts Wreck This Journal Now in Colour invites you to destroy with colour What colours will you use to & it up?"
Price: 10.49 |
| "Pompeii: The Life of a Roman Town by Mary Beard (Paperback, 2010)" |
| "WINNER OF THE WOLFSON HISTORY PRIZE 2008'The world's most controversial classicist debunks our movie-style myths about the Roman town with meticulous scholarship and propulsive energy' Laura Silverman Daily MailThe ruins of Pompeii buried by an explosion of Vesuvius in 79 CE offer the best evidence we have of everyday life in the Roman empire This remarkable book rises to the challenge of making sense of those remains as well as exploding many myths the very date of the eruption probably a few months later than usually thought; or the hygiene of the baths which must have been hotbeds of germs; or the legendary number of brothels most likely only one; or the massive death count maybe less than ten per cent of the population An extraordinary and involving portrait of an ancient town its life and its continuing re-discovery by Britain's favourite classicist"
Price: 8.49 |
| "Barefoot Books World Atlas" |
| "Divided by geographical region the Barefoot Books World Atlas looks at the way in which communities and cultures across the world have been shaped by their natural environment and at the ideas and initiatives which are shaping the future An atlas for the twenty-first century it shows how all parts of the planet are interconnected and looks at the challenges which face us all in creating a sustainable future About this title -Global book and app launch -App developed in partnership with Touchpress market leaders in app publication and creators of the bestselling The Elements and Solar System apps -Introduction includes the story of the solar system and the history of map-making -Maps of regions and oceans bring faraway places to life with illustrated geographical and architectural features people plants and wildlife from oil fields to Buddhist monks to the Amazon Rainforest -Fold-out booklets reveal fascinating facts about each region"
Price: 11.49 |
| "Being Alive" |
| "'Being Alive' is the sequel to Neil Astley's 'Staying Alive' which became Britain's most popular poetry book because it gave readers hundreds of thoughtful and passionate poems about living in the modern world Now he has assembled this equally lively companion anthology for all those readers who've wanted more poems that touch the heart stir the mind and fire the spirit 'Being Alive' is about being human about love and loss fear and longing hurt and wonder 'Staying Alive' didn't just reach a broader readership it introduced thousands of new readers to contemporary poetry giving them an international gathering of poems of great personal force poems with emotional power intellectual edge and playful wit It also brought many readers back to poetry people who hadn't read poetry for years because it hadn't held their interest 'Being Alive' gives readers an even wider selection of vivid brilliantly diverse contemporary poetry from around the world A third companion anthology 'Being Human' (2011) completes this modern poetry trilogy"
Price: 9.49 |
| "How to Write Art History" |
| "This book enables students to get the most from their art history course In a clear and engaging style Anne DAlleva empowers readers to approach their coursework with confidence and energy The book introduces two basic art historical methods - formal analysis and contextual analysis - revealing how to use these methods in writing papers and in class discussion The common strengths and weaknesses of an art history essay are highlighted by using real examples of written work and at each stage of the writing process DAlleva offers valuable advice on developing an argument convincingly Providing a fascinating view of the study of art history within its historical context this book will be particularly helpful for those considering a career in this rewarding discipline"
Price: 8.99 |
| "English for Psychology Course Book + CDs by Jane Short (Mixed media product, 2010)" |
| "Since Napoleon's invasion of Egypt in 1798 the western traveller has been obsessed with the Pharaohs and Egypt's ancient past Her Islamic culture has been largely ignored and the pyramids have been allowed to cast a long shadow over the visual culture of Islamic Cairo obscuring a magnificent art and architectural heritage that has lasted over a thousand years from the building of the Mosque of Amr in the seventh century to that of Muhammad Ali in the nineteenth Cairo is full of masterpieces of medieval art and architecture reflecting the status of Egypt as the centre of several significant Muslim empires The purpose of this book is to redress the cultural balance and examine the art and architectural treasures of Cairo from the Arab to the Ottoman conquests (642-1517) Set within an historical narrative the stylistic development of the visual arts is explained within changing religious social and political contexts Examples of the decorative arts - ceramics glass woodwork metalwork textiles and manuscripts - are examined in the Museum of Islamic Art Cairo and other major collections in Europe and the USAArchitecture and the decorative arts are dealt with separately with detailed descriptions illustrating how the story of Islamic art and architecture is one of continuing adaptation and change By concentrating on Cairo's Islamic art and architecture Yeomans has created a study of Islamic style which is unprecedented in its historical scope Fully illustrated with over 200 vivid photographs plans and elevations and a comprehensive glossary of architectural terms this book will be essential reading for architects designers and historians; indeed for anyone with an appreciation of one of the world's finest and richest architectural legacies tragically under threat"
Price: 21.99 |
| "Mission Survival 3: Sands of the Scorpion by Bear Grylls (Paperback, 2009)" |
| "Mission SurvivalLocation The Sahara DesertDangers Diamond smugglers; heatstroke; scorpionsAfter being forced to parachute out of a smugglers' plane teenage adventurer Beck Granger is about to face his toughest survival challenge yet - the Sahara Desert Blistering sun shifting sand dunes and no water for hundreds of miles Can he survive the heat and make it out alive?"
Price: 5.49 |
| "Great Expectations : Original Text" |
| "The classic novel brought to life in full colour! 'I never saw my father or my mother and never saw any likeness of either of them' No classical collection would be complete without this well-loved Dickens title The wonderful tale of Pip Miss Havisham and the spiteful Estella is retold here with fresh enthusiasm contained within rich Victorian ambiance for a wonderful reading experience"
Price: 7.49 |
| "Contraception Made Easy, revised edition" |
| "Highly Commended in the 2016 BMA Medical Book Awards!From reviewsundoubtedlythe best feature is the user-friendly and consistent nature of the format Eachmethod of contraception has a dedicated chapter with an identical outlineshowcasing factual and practical content using bulleted text tables andpictograms The book would be useful for medical students that are new' tothe subject as the outline of the chapters lends itself to seamless grasping ofnew information However the practical application of the factual informationis ideal for both gynaecological and family planning trainees nurses that workwithin the field and general practitioners Ulster Medical Journal 201685(3)211This revised edition has been updated to include the 2016 UK MedicalEligibility Criteria for contraceptive use as well as other updates It helpshealthcare professionals to provide up to date and practical guidance on allthe commonly used contraceptive methodscombined oral contraceptive (COCs) patches andvaginal ringsprogestogen-only pills (POPs) progestogen-onlyinjectables and implantscopper intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the levonorgestrelIUSdiaphragms cervical caps and male and femalecondomsnatural fertility awareness advicekitsemergency contraceptionmale and female sterilisation ContraceptionMade Easy is the ideal practical reference guide for GPs and otherhealthcare professionals involved in the provision of contraceptive advice Laura Percy is a Specialist Registrar in Community Sexual and Reproductivehealth Diana Mansour is a Consultant in Community Gynaecology and ReproductiveHealthcare and Head of the Integrated Sexual Health Services for Newcastle uponTyne UK She is also a Faculty Officer and Treasurer for the Faculty of Sexualand Reproductive Health Care UK"
Price: 17.99 |
| "Breaking a Horse to Harness : A Step-by-Step Guide" |
| "In this paperback edition of Sallie Walrond's classic work step-by-step colour photos guide the reader through the author's tried-and-tested training techniques The author's lucid easy-to-follow text provides all the necessary background information including advice on lungeing long-reining fitting the harness bitting putting to driving techniques safety and road training to enable an averagely competent horse owner to produce a horse who will go happily and willingly in harness whether the animal concerned is an unbroken two-year-old or an outgrown family pony Sallie Walrond takes the mystery out of breaking a horse to harness; this reliable and popular book shows the way"
Price: 15.49 |
| "Cut Flowers : A Practical Guide to their Selection and Care" |
| "The only cut flower book you'll ever need!' This is the new Edition 3 of 'Cut Flowers A practical guide to their selection and care' published in September 2017 which replaces Edition 2 This bestseller is a staple book in floristry workrooms and classrooms across the UK and worldwide and is recommended by many leading floristry tutors Constantly revised and expanded this third edition is packed with straightforward information on how to care for and condition 156 fresh cut flowers both at the florists shop and in the home Plus a new page on how to select fresh flowers as well as look after them in the home Florists floristry students flowers arrangers brides - indeed anyone who enjoys having flowers in the home will find this book invaluable Filled with easy to follow care instructions flower availability colour range and vase life there are also tips on simple arranging plus the flowers suitability for wedding work Every flower has been individually photographed in full colour making identification easy Arranged in alphabetical order of botanical names there is also an index of common names to help you find your favourite flower - plus a mini floral miscellany of wedding anniversaries national flowers and rose meanings Printed in paperback in a convenient A5 size and spiral bound with a wipe clean cover this book has been specifically designed to fit into a college bag or workbox An indispensable flower guide you'll not want to be without"
Price: 16.99 |
| "Street without a Name : Childhood and Other Misadventures in Bulgaria" |
| "After years on the outside Bulgaria has finally made it into the EU club but beyond the cliches about undrinkable plonk cheap property and assassins with poison-tipped umbrellas the country remains a largely unknown quantity Born on the muddy outskirts of Sofia Kapka Kassabova grew up under Communism got away just as soon as she could and has loved and hated her homeland in equal measure ever since In this illuminating and entertaining memoir Kapka revisits Bulgaria and her own muddled relationship to it travelling back to the scenes of her childhood sampling its bizarre tourist sites uncovering its centuries' old history of bloodshed and blurred borders and capturing the absurdities and idiosyncrasies of her own and her country's past"
Price: 7.49 |
| "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats" |
| "A poignant and inspirational love story set in Burma 'The Art of Hearing Heartbeats' spans the decades between the 1950s and the present When a successful New York lawyer suddenly disappears without a trace neither his wife nor his daughter Julia has any idea where he might be - until they find a love letter he wrote many years ago to a Burmese woman they have never heard of Intent on solving the mystery and coming to terms with her father's past Julia decides to travel to the village where the woman lived There she uncovers a tale of unimaginable hardship resilience and passion that will change her life once more"
Price: 6.99 |
| "Pirate Queen of Ireland" |
| "This is the true story of Grace O'Malley or Granuaile who ruled on land and sea in Connaught over 400 years ago A Pirate Queen and Chieftain she became a legend We meet Grace as a young girl on Ireland's west coast Her father is a strong chieftain and loves the sea Despite her parents' objections Grace becomes a better sailor than any of her father's crew and so the adventures of the Pirate Queen begin We set sail on her galley to Spain where war with England affects Grace and Ireland We meet her husbands Donal of the Battles and Richard in Iron and are on board ship for her son's birth and pirate attacks After many escapades we sail to London for her famous meeting with Queen Elizabeth I And we stay with her in her castle at Rock Fleet where she dies in 1603 This non-fiction account is a must for children who love Irish history! Similar to Michael Collins Most Wanted Man by Vincent McDonnell and Tom Crean Ice Man by Michael Smith"
Price: 4.49 |
| "Castle in the Air by Diana Wynne Jones (Paperback, 2000)" |
| "A magical Arabian Nights tale from the captivating creator of fantasy Diana Wynne Jones The dazzling sequel to Howls Moving Castle now a major animated film Far to the south in the Land of Ingary lives a young carpet merchant called Abdullah In his dreams he is the long-lost son of a great prince This dream is a complete castle in the air or is it? Abdullah's day-dreams suddenly start to come true when he meets the exquisite Flower-in-the-Night daughter of the ferocious Sultan of Zanzib Fate has destined them for each other but a bad-tempered genie a hideous djinn and various villanous bandits have their own ideas When Flower-in-the-Night is carried off Abdullah is determined to rescue her - if he can find her"
Price: 5.49 |
| "The Female Eunuch" |
| "A new cover re-issue of the ground-breaking worldwide bestselling feminist tractA worldwide bestseller translated into over twelve languages THE FEMALE EUNUCH is a landmark in the history of the women's movement Drawing liberally from history literature and popular culture past and present Germaine Greer's searing examination of women's oppression is at once an important social commentary and a passionately argued masterpiece of polemicProbably the most famous most widely read book on feminism ever"
Price: 7.99 |
| "MOONRISE (Warriors: The New Prophecy, Book 2) by Erin Hunter (Paperback, 2011)" |
| "In the exciting second Warriors story arc the wild cats of the forest have lived in peace and harmony for many moons-but new prophecies from their warrior ancestors speak of a mysterious destiny and grave danger for the clans The second of six titles in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure Darkness air water and sky will come together and shake the forest to its roots Several moons have passed since six cats set out from the forest on an urgent journey to save all their Clans Now those six are travelling home again but on their way through the mountains they meet a tribe of wild cats who seem to have their own set of warrior ancestors and their own mysterious prophecy to fulfill Stormfur can't understand their strange fascination with him but he knows the danger they face is real Meanwhile back in the forest Firestar's daughter Leafpaw watches ThunderClan's world crumble around her as the humans' terrible machines destroy more and more of their home Will the questing cats make it back in time to save the Clans or will they be too late?"
Price: 5.49 |
| "The Complete Brambly Hedge" |
| "The mice of Brambly Hedge have been delighting adults and children alike for more than thirty years All eight of the classic picture books are brought together in this exquisite volume The mice of Brambly Hedge made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were published Ever since readers have loved exploring the miniature world of the hedgerow and meeting the families that live there In this collection the mice have many adventures but they always have time for fun and relaxation too Whatever the season and whether they are by the sea in the High Hills or simply at home by the fire there is always someone ready to lend a helping hand Contains Spring Story Summer Story Autumn Story Winter Story Poppy's Babies Sea Story The High Hills The Secret"
Price: 14.49 |
| "Microadventures : Local Discoveries for Great Escapes" |
| "Enthusiastic pleasingly madcap' GeographicalAdventure - something that's new and exhilarating outside your comfort zone Adventures change you and how you see the world and all you need is an open mind bags of enthusiasm and boundless curiositySo what's a microadventure? It's close to home cheap simple short and 100 guaranteed to refresh your life A microadventure takes the spirit of a big adventure and squeezes it into a day or even a few hoursThe point of a microadventure is that you don't need lots of time and money to meet a new challenge This practical guide is filled with ideas for microadventures - for you to experience on your own or with friends and family - and over 150 stunning photographs plus tips and advice on safety and kitWhether it's sleeping on a hilltop or going for a wild swim cycling a lap of the Isle of Wight or walking home for Christmas it's time you discovered something new about yourself and the world outside your window Adventure is everywhere every day and it is up to us to find it"
Price: 11.49 |
| "Paddington Little Library" |
| "Four fun books about everyone's favourite classic bear Paddington - now a major movie star - in one little library! Learn all about the nation's favourite bear Paddington - now a major movie star - in these four mini board books packaged together in an attractive slipcase Find out how Paddington travelled all the way from Peru to London and met the Brown family and follow him through a his hilariously action-packed days These funny stories are perfect for the youngest of Paddington fans to take out and about and enjoy wherever they go The books included arePaddington - The ArrivalPaddington at HomePaddington at the SeasidePaddington Goes Shopping"
Price: 5.49 |
| "The World's Worst Children (CD-Audio, 2016)" |
| "READ BY DAVID WALLIAMS with Nitin Ganatra as Raj - listen to David perform these ten cautionary tales introducing a delightfully dreadful cast of characters Are you ready to listen to the World&39;s Worst Children?Five beastly boys and five gruesome girls! Like Sofia Sofa - a TV super-fan so stuck to the sofa that she&39;s turning into one! Or Dribbling Drew - a boy whose drool gets him into trouble on a school trip! And not forgetting Blubbering Bertha - a girl who bawls and tells terrible tales! From Number One bestselling author David Walliams comes this collection of wickedly funny deliciously mischievous tales read by the author himself and Nitin Ganatra as Raj"
Price: 7.49 |
| "The Help by Kathryn Stockett (Paperback/softback, 2010)" |
| "The Help is the phenomenal international bestseller (that inspired the Oscar nominated film) by Kathryn StockettEnter a vanished and unjust world Jackson Mississippi 1962 Where black maids raise white children but aren&39;t trusted not to steal the silver There&39;s Aibileen raising her seventeenth white child and nursing the hurt caused by her own son&39;s tragic death; Minny whose cooking is nearly as sassy as her tongue; and white Miss Skeeter home from College who wants to know why her beloved maid has disappearedSkeeter Aibileen and Minny No one would believe they&39;d be friends; fewer still would tolerate it But as each woman finds the courage to cross boundaries they come to depend and rely upon one another Each is in a search of a truth And together they have an extraordinary story to tell&39;The other side of Gone with the Wind - and just as unputdownable&39; The Sunday Times&39;A big warm girlfriend of a book&39; The Times&39;Harper Lee&39;s classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird has changed lives Its direct descendent The Help has the same potential an astonishing feat of accomplishment&39; Daily ExpressKathryn Stockett was born and raised in Jackson Mississippi After graduating from the University of Alabama she moved to New York City where she worked in magazine publishing and marketing for nine years She currently lives in Atlanta with her husband and daughter The Help is her first novel"
Price: 7.99 |
| "Where The Mountain Meets The Moon" |
| "In the valley of Fruitless mountain a young girl named Minli lives in a ramshackle hut with her parents While her father regales her with old folktales of the Jade Dragon and the Old Man in the Moon Minli's mother chides him for filling her head with stories But inspired by these stories Minli spends one of her precious copper pennies on a beautiful goldfish which is said to be able to change the fortune of the owner Her mother reprimands her for the silly purchase but it pays off when the goldfish talks and offers to show her the path to fortune and wealth! Minli is eventually joined by a dragon who can't fly and together they set out to find the Old Man of the Moon to ask him to fulfill their dreams Fantasy crossed with Chinese folklore with timeless elements of the classic The Wizard of Oz mixed in Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is a wonderous story of adventure devotion and friendship Grace Lin has once again written a charming engaging book for young readers"
Price: 6.49 |
| Valour |
| "The second in The Faithful and the Fallen series Valour by John Gwynne carries all of the excitement of the firstThe Banished Lands are torn by war as the army of High King Nathair sweeps the realm challenging all who oppose his holy crusade Allied with the manipulative Queen Rhin of Cambren there are few who can stand against him But Rhin is playing her own games and has her eyes on a far greater prize Left for dead - her kin have fled and her country is overrun with enemies - Cywen fights to survive But any chance of escape is futile once Nathair and his disquieting advisor Calidus realize who she is They have no intention of letting such a prize slip from their grasp For she may be their one chance at killing the biggest threat to their power Meanwhile the young warrior Corban flees from his conquered homeland with his exiled companions heading for the only place that may offer them sanctuary But to get there they must travel through Cambren avoiding warbands giants and the vicious wolven of the mountains And all the while Corban struggles to become the man that everyone believes him to be - the Bright Star and saviour of the Banished Lands Embroiled in struggles for power and survival the mortal world is unaware of the greatest threat of all In the Otherworld dark forces scheme to bring a host of the Fallen into the world of flesh to end the war with the Faithful once and for all"
Price: 8.49 |
| "Please, Mister Postman" |
| "In July 1969 while the Rolling Stones played a free concert in Hyde Park Alan Johnson and his young family left West London to start a new life The Britwell Estate in Slough apparently notorious among the locals in fact came as a blessed relief after the tensions of Notting Hill and the local community welcomed them with open arms Alan had become a postman the previous year and in order to support his growing family took on every bit of overtime he could often working twelve-hour shifts six days a week It was hard work but not without its compensations - the crafty fag snatched in a country lane the farmer's wife offering a hearty breakfast and even the mysterious lady on Glebe Road who appeared daily topless at her window as the postman passed by Please Mister Postman paints a vivid picture of England in the 1970s where no celebration was complete without a Party Seven of Watney's Red Barrel smoking was the norm rather than the exception and Sunday lunchtime was about beer bingo and cribbage But as Alan's life appears to be settling down and his career in the Union of Postal Workers begins to take off his close-knit family is struck once again by tragedy Moving hilarious and unforgettable Please Mister Postman is another astonishing book from the award-winning author of This Boy"
Price: 8.49 |
| Auschwitz |
| "In this compelling book highly acclaimed author and broadcaster Laurence Rees tells the definitive history of the most notorious Nazi institution of them all We discover how Auschwitz evolved from a concentration camp for Polish political prisoners into the site of the largest mass murder in history - part death camp part concentration camp where around a million Jews were killed Auschwitz examines the mentality and motivations of the key Nazi decision makers and perpetrators of appalling crimes speak here for the first time about their actions Fascinating and disturbing facts have been uncovered - from the operation of a brothel to the corruption that was rife throughout the camp The book draws on intriguing new documentary material from recently opened Russian archives which will challenge many previously accepted arguments This is the story of murder brutality courage escape and survival and a powerful account of how human tragedy of such immense scale could have happened"
Price: 7.49 |
