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Mermaid in my Bunk
Mermaid in my Bunk
Veale, Bernard
¥29.33
Dr Alan Brand sailed his late father's yacht, the Naiad on a Sabbatical after four years of working sixteen hour days in the emergency ward of a hospital in Los Angeles. He had never even dated a girl since he spent all of his school vacations sailing with his father and in college he studied avidly and worked in his spare time to cover the cost of his education. He encounters the Mer-folk in the south Pacific and falls for a mermaid and that is when his troubles began.
Captain's Doll
Captain's Doll
Lawrence, D. H.
¥19.52
D. H. Lawrence's fascinating novella dealing with the dehumanising effects of war on an English captain.
Coming of the Friars
Coming of the Friars
Jessop, Rev. Augustus
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of writings by cleric and writer Augustus Jessop that take a look at, amongst other topics, monastic life in the early days of the friars.
Empress Josephine
Empress Josephine
Muhlbach, Louise
¥19.52
A fantastic historical novel about the wife of Napoleon Bonaparte, Josephine de Beauharnais, the first Empress consort of France. Written by the German master of the genre Clara Mundt, better known by her pen-name of Louise Muhlbach.
Amazing Book of Knock Knock Jokes
Amazing Book of Knock Knock Jokes
Goldstein, Jack
¥39.14
Amazing Book of Knock Knock Jokes
Gilpins and their Fortunes
Gilpins and their Fortunes
Kingston, W. H. G.
¥19.52
A fantastic historical adventure novel by W. H. G. Kingston set in early colonial Australia.
Quoits and Quotability
Quoits and Quotability
Stafford, William
¥29.33
Vain and pretentious, Quentin Quigley is not the marrying sort; he would rather write a novel than inherit his father's estate. Unfortunately, his father and his aunt have other ideas, and the return of his estranged brothers brings to light a secret that threatens to tear the family apart. Author William Stafford returns to historical fiction with this light-hearted Regency romp.
Land of Mist
Land of Mist
Conan Doyle, Arthur
¥19.52
One of Doyle's novels about the exploits of the intrepid Professor Challenger, this book was heavily influenced by the beliefs of Spiritualism, which Doyle became interested in after the death of his son, brother, and two nephews in the First World War.
Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices
Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices
Dickens, Charles
¥19.52
In 1857 the eminent author Charles Dickens, along with his fellow writer Wilkie Collins, went on a short holiday to the fells and moors of the Cumbrian countryside, resulting in this short, charming travel book.
George the Orphan Crow and the Creatures of Blossom Valley
George the Orphan Crow and the Creatures of Blossom Valley
Fox, Helen
¥29.33
After his parents are killed, George, the Orphan Crow, starts a new life among the lively creatures of Blossom Valley and the enchanting butterflies that live there. But all is not as it seems... an evil ladybird, envious of the butterflies' beauty lures them to a remote place with a wicked plan in mind. George becomes suspicious and flies out looking for them. But is he too late? Has the wicked ladybird already put her plan into action? This original, intriguing story is mainly told by the colourful characters that make up the community and will fascinate readers of all ages.
All About
All About
Quick, P S
¥29.33
This book, filled with amazing facts and photographs, gives an in-depth account of what life was like for the ancient Olmec who lived in Mesoamerica. It explains how religion influenced their beliefs and everyday lives and draws upon archaeology and research to present evidence that supports present ideas. In addition to information on mythology, religion and gods it covers the topics of society, government, trade, industry, homes, farming, science, mathematics, writing, sculpture and artwork.The 'All About' series is an educational collection of books by P S Quick, and is targeted to interest children of 9 to 12+ but will fascinate readers of all ages. At the end of each book there is a quiz section for the reader, featuring 150 questions and answers.
American Century
American Century
Eskelson, Tyrel
¥29.33
If the 19th Century belonged to Britain, the 20th Century was the age of American power and world dominance. The American Century charts the rise to global power of the USA and its journey from a regional hegemon to superpower status. It examines the development of an imperial power through the course of two world wars, the long nuclear standoff with the Soviet Union and the economic shocks and crises of the 20th Century. The American Century also examines life for the American people and the experience of living in a racially segregated and often volatile society, where notions of liberty and the American dream were interpreted, negotiated and sometimes rejected by many throughout a tumultuous century.
Guide to Verona
Guide to Verona
Quick, P S
¥29.33
The city of Verona is second only to Rome in the antiquities that can be seen. This book aims to give the tourist an opportunity to visit and enjoy not only the few major attractions that a guided tour usually includes, but also many of the other interesting sights that many people do not see. In addition to the famous amphitheatre, cathedral and sights linked to Romeo and Juliet, you will also visit the monumental gateways, beautiful bridges, castles, fortresses, palaces, gardens, graves, remains of Roman villas and other places that show the magnificence of Verona's past.By providing five different walking routes and detailed information about each attraction passed it puts a visitor to Verona in charge of the time spent at any particular place rather than having to rush and keep up with a guide. With detailed instructions of how to get from one place to another, this book is the perfect way to experience the many wonderful things that Verona has to offer without having to join costly and rushed guided tours.
Old Bell of Independence
Old Bell of Independence
Watson, Henry C.
¥19.52
A fantastic telling of the tale of the Liberty Bell by American author Henry C. Watson.
Old Nurse's Story and Other Tales
Old Nurse's Story and Other Tales
Gaskell, Elizabeth
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of eleven short stories by Victorian novelist Elizabeth Gaskell.Contains the stories: The Old Nurse's Story Clopton House The Crooked Branch Crowley Castle Curious, if True Disappearances Two Fragments of Ghost Stories The Heart of John Middleton Morton Hall The Well of Pen-Morfa The Shah's English Gardener
Olynthiacs and the Philippics of Demosthenes
Olynthiacs and the Philippics of Demosthenes
Demosthenes
¥19.52
The three Olynthiac and the four Philippic speeches by prominent ancient Athenian statesman and orator, Demosthenes.
On the Third Night
On the Third Night
Everitt, Marc
¥29.33
Lucy and her young family have moved to a cottage on a quiet lane in a peaceful coastal town. Her husband is moving work but she is running away from the memory of the son she lost. She wants a fresh start, but the house is not going to let her look to the future, not when the past has so much it wants to show her. The first night in the house will confuse her. The second night will terrify her. The third will change everything, because a door to the other side has opened and they are coming...
Where Is My Book?
Where Is My Book?
Berntsen, Romy
¥29.33
Lilli lives in a very special place; she lives in a library... but Lilli's library isn't an ordinary library because she lives in one of the books and at night when everyone has gone home Lilli comes out to play!Lilli loves night time when she jumps out of the book to explore. She jumps from book to book reading about all the wonderful places in the world and loves the colourful pictures and illustrations.But what's this? Someone else is in the library tonight, a little boy and he is crying. His name is Aram and he tells Lilli he has fallen from the book where he lives and can't find his way home. He lives in a book with big mountains and beautiful lakes but can't remember its name.Lilli leads Aram to a section of the library where there are hundreds of books. "e;Oh dear,"e; she says, "e;this might take all night."e;"e;We'll never find it,"e; says Aram as he wipes a tear from his eye."e;Yes we will,"e; says Lilli as she takes him by the hand and tells him it will be the greatest adventure he has ever had.Will they find his book before daybreak or will the owners of the library find out their amazing secret? This wonderful story is beautifully illustrated by Romy Berntsen and is sure to delight children and parents alike.
Sherlock Holmes and the Menacing Melbournian
Sherlock Holmes and the Menacing Melbournian
Mitchell, Allan
¥58.76
Burgeoning, brash and bold, a new Metropolis has burst forth from the golden soil of Terra Australis, proclaiming its virtues but harbouring many of the evils of old which have been attracted by fortunes won from the Earth itself.Shadowy figures menacingly emerge from distant wars to deprive the unwitting of that which has been earned by honest toil. One such figure wends its way across continents to stake a much larger claim on a much older Metropolis to help establish a kingdom of fear and domination.Resolutely, relentlessly, our deerstalker-decked detective must once more rhythmically rhyme his way along a perilous path fighting forces of evil, evil which refuses to be quelled but is known to him and his forthright companion as the Menacing Melbournian.
Sherlock Holmes and the Affair in Transylvania
Sherlock Holmes and the Affair in Transylvania
O'Hara, Gerry
¥73.48
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson are returning to London from Bucharest after the great detective has interceded in a delicate matter relating to the Rumanian Royal House. As they depart from Bucharest they receive their mail forwarded from London. Doctor Watson opens a distressing letter from his niece, Mina, now living in Budapest with her young husband, Janos, a newly qualified lawyer. It seems that the young man has not returned from a business assignment in Transylvania.Holmes advises that he and Watson should postpone their return to Baker Street. Watson wires ahead and they are met at the station by Mina and her friend, Lucy Westenra. Holmes is duly intrigued by their stay overnight at the home of Dr Westenra in the grounds of the asylum of which Dr Westenra is the Administrator.Holmes suspects that letters from the young lawyer may have been forged, or written under duress. Next day they set off for Castle Dracula.
To Unleash a Force
To Unleash a Force
Fletcher, M.W.
¥39.14
How does a country like England in 1987, fight terrorism with people that do not follow the rules of engagement? Major General Mick Strayker has the answer that is approved by the Prime Minister. His answer; is you send men whom are the best of the best, throw the rule book away and fight them at their own game. No courts no juries, hunt them down wherever they may be in the world and take them out. Unleashing a Force to be reckoned with. Max Storm code name Eagle 3, heads up the newly formed Operational Strike Command (OSC). Comprising of 6, six man teams. A highly trained covert military unit picked from the British top military units and rigorously trained further to hone their skills, which will take the fight right to the front door of the UK.'s terrorist enemies. Fast paced and full on action, on the streets of the UK and across continents. Welcome to the World of Max Storm, Major Mick Strayker and the Operational Strike Command (OSC), Britain's first and last line of offence.