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| "The Dark Circle : Shortlisted for the Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction 2017" |
| "Shortlisted for the Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction'Extraordinarily affecting' Alex Preston Observer'This is a novel whose engine is flesh and blood not cold ideas Grant brings the 1950s - that odd downbeat fertile decade between war and sexual liberation - into sharp bright heartbreaking focus' - Christobel Kent GuardianAll over Britain life is beginning again now the war is over but for Lenny and Miriam East End London teenage twins who have been living on the edge of the law life is suspended - they've contacted tuberculosis It's away to the sanatorium - newly opened by the NHS - in deepest Kent for them where they will meet a very different world among other patients an aristocract a young university grad a mysterious German woman and an American merchant seaman with big ideas about love and rebellion They are not the only ones whose lives will be changed forever 'Grant is so good at conjuring up atmosphere and writes with earthy vivacity'- Anthony Gardner Mail on Sunday'Read this fine persuasive moving novel and contemplate' John Sutherland The Times"
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| "Valley of the Dolls unlined notebook" |
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| "This is Paradise! : My North Korean Childhood" |
| "Hyok Kang was eighteen when he escaped from North Korea a country locked away from the outside world This personal illustrated account of school days in a rigidly communist institution and everyday life with his family and community provides a rare glimpse of this secretive nation His shocking and moving portrayal bears witness to this spirited young boy's resilience and survival in a society forced to operate under the shadow of labour camps public executions and the deception of UN representatives by Korean officials When the famine comes so too does death by starvation of friends and close ones and Hyok Kang watches as his classmates drop out of school one by one too weak to attend All this is normal After all the propaganda North Koreans are fed by their government insists that compared to the rest of the world this is paradise! Hyok Kang's childhood and courageous escape through China Vietnam and Cambodia to South Korea is a remarkable story that goes to the heart of a nation living under a disturbing delusion of 'paradise'"
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| "The Forgotten Highlander : My Incredible Story of Survival During the War in the Far East" |
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| "The Talent Delusion : Why Data, Not Intuition, Is the Key to Unlocking Human Potential" |
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| "The Mechanical Devil" |
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| "Arrogant Bastard" |
| "I'm known as the Black Widow because the desires I hide inside are pure poisonI was a different person once Faith a young wife hoping to become a mother My life was pleasant Stable It was hell Until Killian Knight opened my eyes to a world of espionage and intrigue He saw something in me something I was too afraid to acknowledge I didn't want to be excited by the danger Didn't want to crave the wicked passion only he could provide But I did want so now I run And I pay I never meant to corrupt her but I'm not sorry After all I'm already damnedAfter four years of searching and longing I've finally found her Faith the one person in the world I breathe for She lives beneath my skin as surely as I wear proof of our transgressions inked on my body And like the forbidden fruit that doomed us from the beginning our end is inevitable We lived with no regret We loved without inhibition We betrayed those closest to us We killed for that love Nowwe will burn in hell togetherPraise for Beautiful Liar'An exotically filthy devastatingly beautiful story that will captivate and tease you long after the book is finished' Audrey Carlan 1 New York Times bestselling author'Zara Cox is known for scorching reads and she delivers again with Beautiful Liar Add in a twisty plot and the pages fly by on this read!' Jana Aston New York Times bestselling author"
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| "Too Scot to Handle" |
| "'Smart sexy and oh-so romantic' Mary BaloghColin MacHugh a former officer in Wellington's army is thrust into polite society when his brother inherits a Scottish dukedom though Colin dreads mingling in candlelit ballrooms while matchmakers take aim at his fortune and his freedom He's also not very fond of the drink-gamble-swive-repeat lifestyle of his new gentlemen friends So when offered the opportunity to join the board of directors at the local orphanage he jumps at the chance to put his business acumen to use And to spend more time with the alluring Anwen Windham Anwen is devoted to helping the orphanage regain its financial footing And she's amazed at the ease in which Colin gains the respect of the former pickpockets and thieves at the House of Urchins But when a noble gentleman who wants Anwen for himself accuses Colin of embezzling funds everything is on the line - the safety of the young boys in their charge their love for each other and even Colin's very life"
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| "The Model Method : Recipes, HIIT and Pilates Exercises for Lifelong, Balanced Wellness" |
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| "Is Your Job Making You Ill? : How to survive and thrive when it happens to you" |
| "'An incredibly helpful guide' Jonny Benjamin MBE'Groundbreaking so relatable given the current way we approach our work' Amy Wall Woman's WayWhat happens when the effects of work are far more detrimental to your wellbeing than a simple case of Sunday-night blues?Whether you're suffering from work-induced high blood pressure depression migraines or panic attacks Dr Ellie Cannon has the answer - and it's not quitting your jobWe all have a moan about going to work groaning about getting on the bus in the rush hour counting down to the weekend A gripe here and there is understandable and expected but what happens when your job is making you mentally or physically unwell?When you are in this situation it can be very difficult to know where to turn who to speak to or where to find good quality help and advice In Is Your Job Making You Ill? Dr Ellie Cannon uses her decade of experience treating patients to create an essential resource for anybody suffering from job-related ill-healthPart one of the book lays out the key causes of job-related illness - from the pressure of an unmanageable workload to the challenges of an emotionally-draining job - and identifies the most common illnesses and symptoms which can occur as a result including stress anxiety insomnia high blood pressure and IBSPart two will help you to find a way out It includes a practical self-directed programme that can be tailored to your individual circumstances covering everything from where to find help when (and if) to seek professional advice or take time off work to micro-actions like improving your commute and adjusting your diet to support a healthy lifestyleWork-related ill health can happen to anyone This book is all about how to survive and thrive when it happens to you Don't let your job rule your life anymore"
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| "The Paris Wedding : The perfect feel-good love story for 2018" |
| "You are cordially invited to The invitation sat innocently on the side where she'd dropped it like a rattlesnake after seeing the gold raised letteringTen years ago Rachael gave up the love of her life Now she's being offered an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris - the city she's always dreamed of living in to watch to him marry someone else The sparkling city of love hope and longing has all kinds of surprises in store - especially for a country girl more used to horseback than haute couture - but there's one question above all that she'll need to find the answer to When is it right to follow your heart?From the plains of rural Australia to Paris lose yourself in this touching and romantic story by the bestselling author of THE HORSEMAN What readers are saying about The Paris Wedding'I could smell the earthy fragrance of the dusty outback I could feel the excitement of the hustle and bustle of Paris the history and romanticism seeping into my pores' Amazon reviewer'If it's real love you'll find a way to support each other's dreams Otherwise what's the point? I loved this book!' Amazon reviewer'There were tears sadness and joy Such a fabulous story and trip to Paris!' Amazon reviewer'Nash really brought the setting of Paris to life I particularly enjoyed the love story' Amazon reviewer"
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| "How Spacecraft Fly : Spaceflight Without Formulae" |
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| "Sargent's Women : Four Lives Behind the Canvas" |
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| "Poets of the Bible : From Solomon's Song of Songs to John's Revelation" |
| "The world's greatest poetry resides in the Bible yet these major poets are traditionally rendered into prose In this pioneering volume Willis Barnstone's translations restore the lyricism and power of the poets' voices in both the New and the Old Testaments In the Hebrew Bible we hear Solomon rhapsodise in Song of Songs; David chant in Psalms; God and Job debate in grand rhetoric; and prophet-poet Isaiah plead for peace Jesus speaks in wisdom verse in the Gospel Paul is a philosopher of love and John of Patmos roars majestically in Revelation the Bible's epic poem This ground-breaking volume includes every major biblical poem from Genesis and Adam and Eve in the Garden to the last pages of Alpha and Omega in Paradise"
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| "Accidental Death of an Anarchist by Dario Fo (Paperback, 1987)" |
| "In its first two years of production in Italy Dario Fo's notorious Accidental Death of an Anarchist was seen by over half a million people It has since been performed all over the world and become a classic of twentieth-century drama A sharp and hilarious satire on police corruption it concerns the case of an anarchist railway worker who in 1969 'fell' to his death from a police headquarters window 'I ought to warn you that the author of this sick little play Dario Fo has the traditional irrational hatred of the police common to all narrowminded left-wingers and so I shall no doubt be the unwilling butt of endless anti-authoritarian jibes' (Inspector Bertozzo Central Italian Police HQ) 'A marvellous concept a zany political farce' (Michael Billington) This edition has been adapted by Gavin Richards from Gillian Hanna's translation and features an introduction by Stuart Hood and a preface by Dario Fo"
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| "The Post-colonial Studies Reader by Taylor & Francis Ltd (Paperback, 2005)" |
| "The essential introduction to the most important texts in post-colonial theory and criticism this second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to include 121 extracts from key works in the field Leading as well as lesser known figures in the fields of writing theory and criticism contribute to this inspiring body of work that includes sections on nationalism hybridity diaspora and globalization The Reader's wide-ranging approach reflects the remarkable diversity of work in the discipline along with the vibrancy of anti-imperialist writing both within and without the metropolitan centres Covering more debates topics and critics than any comparable book in its field The Post-Colonial Studies Reader is the ideal starting point for students and issues a potent challenge to the ways in which we think and write about literature and culture"
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| "The Language of Science by Carol Reeves (Paperback, 2005)" |
| "The communication of scientific principles is becoming increasingly important in a world that relies on technology Exploring the use of scientific language in the news and examining how important scientific ideas are reported and communicated this title in the Intertext series takes a look at the use and misuse of scientific language and how it shapes our lives The Language of Science explores the goals of and problems with scientific language and terminology demonstrates the power and misuse of scientific discourse in the media examines the special qualities of scientific communication explores how science and popular culture interact is illustrated with a wide range of examples from the MMR vaccine to AIDS and the biological weapons debate and includes a glossary as well as ideas for further reading This practical book is ideal for post-16 to undergraduate students in English Language Linguistics Journalism Communications Studies or Science Communication"
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| "The Book History Reader by Taylor & Francis Ltd (Paperback, 2006)" |
| "Following on from the widely successful first volume this second edition has been updated and expanded to create an essential collection of writings examining different aspects of the history of books and print culture Arranged in thematic sections bringing together a wide range of contributors and featuring introductions to each section this new edition contains more extracts covering issues of gender material culture and bibliographical matters has a brand new section on the future of the book in the electronic age examines different aspects of book history including the development of the book spoken words to written texts the commodifcation of books and the power and profile of readers This pioneering book is a vital resource for all those involved in publishing studies library studies book history and also those studying English literature cultural studies sociology and history"
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| "Physical Activity and Health: The Evidence Explained by David J. Stensel, Adrianne E. Hardman (Paperback, 2009)" |
| "Physical Activity and Health explains clearly systematically and in detail the relationships between physical activity health and disease and examines the benefits of exercise in the prevention and treatment of a wide range of important conditions Now in a fully updated and revised edition and still the most complete and engaging textbook on this important subject Physical Activity and Health offers a balanced examination of the very latest evidence linking levels of physical activity with disease and mortality It offers a wide-ranging assessment of the importance of inactivity as a factor in major diseases and health conditions such as cardiovascular disease diabetes obesity cancer and osteoporosis The book is designed to help the reader evaluate the quality and significance of the scientific evidence and includes an invaluable discussion of common study designs and the inherent difficulties of measuring physical activity It also explores the full range of contemporary themes in the study of exercise and health such as the hazards of exercise; exercise and the elderly; children's health and exercise; physical activity and public health policy; and a critical appraisal of current recommendations for physical activity Containing useful features throughout such as chapter summaries study tasks guides to supplementary reading and definitions of key terms and richly illustrated with supporting tables figures and plates Physical Activity and Health is an essential course text Now supported by a companion website featuring self-test questions PowerPoint slides for lecturers additional learning activities and web links this book is vital reading for degree-level students of sport and exercise science public health physical therapy medicine and nursing Visit the companion website for Physical Activity and Health at wwwroutledgecomtextbooks9780415421980"
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| "AS Media Studies : The Essential Introduction for AQA" |
| "AS Media Studies The Essential Introduction for AQA is fully revised for the current specification with full colour throughout over 100 images new case studies and examples The authors introduce students step-by-step to the skills of reading media texts and address key concepts such as genre representation media institutions and media audiences as well as taking students through the tasks expected of them to pass the AQA AS Media Studies exam The book is supplemented with a companion website at wwwasmediastudiescouk featuring additional activities and resources further new case studies such as music and sport clear instructions on producing different media quizzes and tests Areas covered include an introduction to studying the media the key concepts across print broadcast and e-media media institutions audiences and the media case studies such as Heroes Nuts and The Daily Mail guided textual analysis of real media on the website and within the book research and how to do it preparing for exams a production guide and how to respond to a brief AS Media Studies The Essential Introduction for AQA clearly guides students through the course and gives them the tips they need to become proficient media producers as well as media analysts"
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| "The Routledge Introductory Course in Modern Hebrew : Hebrew in Israel" |
| "Please note that the website URL is now routledgehebrewcom The Routledge Introductory Course in Modern Hebrew Hebrew in Israel is an integrated language course designed specifically for classroom-based learners The course contains 90 lessons combining texts grammar explanations and exercises This is supported by a Companion Website with audiovisual materials to guide the student through the key skills of reading writing speaking and listening Features include a wide range of compelling texts from dialogues and simple narratives to newspaper articles and poetry vocabulary lists for each text a variety of exercises for every lesson including oral drills listening comprehension grammar exercises and writing practice a solid grammatical foundation presented in an accessible user-friendly manner cultural notes to introduce students to Israeli society beautiful illustrations All the texts wordlists and verb conjugations are freely available in an audiovisual format on the Companion Website routledgehebrewcom which contains a wealth of additional resources including answers to all of the exercises in the book interactive exercises audiovisual verb dictionary audiovisual lists of prepositions with their pronoun suffixes audiovisual reference charts of numbers colors the days of the week etc checklists and review lessons for each unit links to Israeli websites videos and music Hebrew in Israel provides everything that students and instructors need for an engaging and effective learning environment"
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| "Arabiyyat al-Naas (Part One) : An Introductory Course in Arabic" |
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| "OCR Religious Ethics for AS and A2" |
| "Structured directly around the specification of the OCR this is the definitive textbook for students of Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses The updated third edition covers all the necessary topics for Religious Ethics in an enjoyable student-friendly fashion Each chapter includes a list of key issues OCR specification checklist explanations of key terminology overviews of key scholars and theories self-test review questions exam practice questions To maximise students' chances of success the book contains a section dedicated to answering examination questions It comes complete with diagrams and tables lively illustrations a comprehensive glossary and full bibliography Additional resources are available via the companion website"
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| "OCR Philosophy of Religion for AS and A2" |
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| "Everyday Women's and Gender Studies : Introductory Concepts" |
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| "Urban Ecology: An Introduction by Philip James, Ian Douglas (Paperback, 2014)" |
| "Urban Ecology An Introduction seeks to open the reader&39;s mind and eyes to the way in which nature permeates everyday urban living and how it has to be understood cared for and managed in order to make our towns and cities healthier places to visit and in which to live and work The authors examine how nature can improve our physical and mental health the air we breathe and the waters we use as well as boosting our enjoyment of parks and gardens Urban Ecology sets out the science that underlies the changing natural scene and the tools used to ensure that cities become both capable of adapting to climate change and more beautiful and resilient The book begins with a discussion of the nature of urban places and the role of nature in towns and cities Part 1 looks at the context and content of urban ecology its relationship to other foci of interest within ecology and other environmental sciences and the character of city landscapes and ecosystems In Part 2 the authors set out the physical and chemical components of urban ecosystems and ecological processes including urban weather and climate urban geomorphology and soils urban hydrology and urban biogeochemical cycles In Part 3 urban habitats urban flora and fauna and the effects of deliberate and inadvertent human action on urban biota are examined Part 4 contains an exploration of the identification and assessment of ecosystem services in urban areas emphasising economic evaluation the importance of urban nature for human health and well-being and restoration ecology and creative conservation Finally in Part 5 the tasks for urban ecologists in optimising and sustaining urban ecosystems providing for nature in cities adapting to climate change and in developing the urban future in a more sustainable manner are set out Within the 16 chapters of the book - in which examples from around the world are drawn upon - the authors explore current practice and future alternatives set out procedures for ecological assessment and evaluation suggest student activities and discussion topics provide recommended reading and an extensive bibliography The book contains more than 150 tables and over 150 photographs and diagrams"
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| "The Routledge Companion to Religion and Film by Taylor & Francis Ltd (Paperback, 2010)" |
| "The Routledge Companion to Religion and Film brings together a lively and experienced team of contributors to introduce students to the key topics in religion and film and to investigate the ways in which the exciting subject of religion and film is developing for more experienced scholars Divided into four parts the Companion analyzes the history of the interaction of religion and film through periods of censorship as well as appreciation of the medium studies religion-in-film examining how the world's major religions as well as Postcolonial Japanese and New Religions are depicted by and within films uses diverse methodologies to explore religion and film such as psychoanalytical theological and feminist approaches and audience reception analyzes religious themes in film including Redemption the Demonic Jesus or Christ Figures Heroes and Superheroes considers films as diverse as The Passion of the Christ The Matrix Star Wars and Groundhog Day This definitive book provides an accessible resource to this emerging field and is an indispensable guide to religion and film for students of Religion Film Studies and beyond"
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| "Damage to Concrete Structures by Geert de Schutter (Paperback, 2012)" |
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| "AS Media Studies: The Essential Introduction for WJEC by Sarah Casey Benyahia, Claire Mortimer, Antony Bateman, Peter Wall..." |
| "This full colour highly illustrated textbook is designed to support students through their WJEC AS in Media Studies Individual chapters cover the following key areas Textual Analysis Visual Technical and Audio codes Textual Analysis Narrative and Genre Codes Approaches to Representation Approaches to Audience Response Case Studies on Representation and Audience Gender Age Ethnicity Identity Events and Issues Passing MS1 Media Representations and Receptions Production Work Evaluation and report Specially designed to be user-friendly AS Media Studies The Essential Introduction for WJEC includes activities key terms case studies and sample exam questions It introduces the course tackles useful approaches to study key content covered in the specification and guides the student in approaching and planning the exam and production work through analysis prompts and activities"
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