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Everton's Magnificent Mid-Eighties
Everton's Magnificent Mid-Eighties
Groom, Andy
¥29.33
Are you an Everton fan? Can you remember back to the team's glory days of the 1980s? Would you like to revisit all of those magical moments from 1983-1985 or find out more about that time? If so, you are certain to enjoy this new book, researched and illustrated by lifelong Everton supporter, Andy Groom. Everton's Magnificent Mid-Eighties takes a nostalgic look back at the period 1983-1985 and is packed with facts and tales about the Everton success story during these years. The book contains 20 player profiles and 18 caricatures drawn by the author as well as information on club history and general trivia about the Blues. All the great names of the day including Howard Kendall, Neville Southall, Kevin Ratcliffe, Kevin Sheedy, Graeme Sharp and Andy Gray to name but a few, are featured in this fascinating, illustrated tribute to Everton. This is a must-have book for anyone interested in learning about Everton FC during the mid-eighties and one that Blues fans of all ages will treasure for years to come.
History of the French Revolution
History of the French Revolution
Mignet, Francois
¥19.52
Francois Mignet's 'Histoire de la revolution francaise' is a study of the events that caused a huge shift of power in France around the turn of the 19th Century.This was primarily a study of the theories and ideologies behind the events, rather than a factual record.
Sherlock Holmes and the Round Table Adventure
Sherlock Holmes and the Round Table Adventure
Svec III, Joseph W.
¥58.76
"e;Merlin predicted you would say that."e;When a knight from the Round Table of Camelot bursts into 221-B Baker Street demanding the help of Sherlock Holmes, there begins the oddest, most mystical adventure Holmes and Watson have ever experienced. Merlin himself, has called the great detective and his scribe back through time, to solve a vexing problem. England's greatest Poet Laureate is missing!A Unicorn leads the way through the portal in the standing stones, and waiting for them are a series of challenges unlike anything they have ever encountered before, as well as Pixies, Gnomes, Hobgoblins, a dragon, an enchanted mirror, a very odd chess match, an underground labyrinth, King Arthur, and his Round Table, and the most infamous sorceress of history and myth, Morgan le Fey!Plot twists abound, as logic and rational thinking collide head on with myth and magic, resulting in Sherlock crafting a masterful scheme that echoes all the way down through history. Brace your selves for a most fascinating and enjoyable tale.
Lucia's Progress
Lucia's Progress
Benson, E. F.
¥19.52
The fifth novel in E. F. Benson's classic 'Mapp and Lucia' comedy series following the lives of Emmeline "e;Lucia"e; Lucas and Elizabeth Mapp in the one-upmanship and snobbery of the 1920s/30s British social scene.
It Might Have Been
It Might Have Been
Holt, Emily Sarah
¥19.52
Remember, remember the fifth of November,the gunpowder treason and plot.I see no reason why the gunpowder treasonshould ever be forgot.A fantastic fictionalisation of the famous gunpowder plot, where Guy Fawkes and his band of conspirators hatched a daring plan to blow up the Houses of Parliament.
Children of the Ghetto
Children of the Ghetto
Zangwill, Israel
¥19.52
A fascinating look into the world of the late-19th century Jewish immigrant community in Britain.
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Tainted Canister
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Tainted Canister
Turley, Thomas A.
¥19.52
A lost chapter in the Holmes canon finally appears, as Dr. Watson recounts the mystery behind the tragic death of his beloved Mary Morstan. Join him as he attempts to bring a murderer to justice. Along the way, readers will encounter old friends and enemies from several of the other stories, leading to a startling conclusion that may baffle even Sherlock Holmes.
Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of The Cold-Served Revenge
Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of The Cold-Served Revenge
Macek, Petr
¥58.76
Europe 1911. The Great Powers vie for influence and are divided by political quarrels. War is in the air. For retired detective Sherlock Holmes, who has just suffered a coronary, these distant matters are of little concern. But politics are about to turn his quiet country life upside down. Mycroft, the detective's politician brother, has asked Holmes to investigate the murder of a powerful industrialist and the mysterious kidnapping of the King's nephew. Could these two cases be connected? Thus the legendary detective and his old friend Watson set out on an all-new adventure, one that will take them from the canals of Venice to an ancient castle in the Scottish plains. It's an adventure they could hardly have expected as they near the ripe old age of sixty. Will Holmes lose a lifelong friend? And which villain from Holmes's past might want to start a world war...?
Chronicles of Avonlea
Chronicles of Avonlea
Montgomery, L.M.
¥19.52
Set in the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea, which was also the setting for Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables' series, this collection of short stories have been delighting readers of all ages around the world for nearly a century.
Bacon
Bacon
Church, R.W.
¥19.52
A fascinating biography of the famous English philosopher Francis Bacon.
A Light in the Dark: A Space Fantasy Sci-Fi Adventure
A Light in the Dark: A Space Fantasy Sci-Fi Adventure
A.K. DuBoff
¥32.62
* 2018 Nebula finalist for the Andre Norton Award! * The real invasion is about to begin. An alien fleet is coming. Elle and her friends are the Hegemony's best chance for fighting back, but they'll need to head straight into enemy territory in order?to identify the Darkness' origin. The Hegemony is out of time... and the war may already be lost before it even starts. The only chance for salvation is the mysterious shard of the Master Crystal, supposedly capable of initiating a universal-scale reset. Except, no one knows what a reset of that magnitude might entail, or if it's possible. Despite the risks, no step is too extreme in the frantic fight for survival. Elle and her friends must stop the insidious alien menace before every world is consumed. The Dark Stars trilogy combines high-tech sci-fi with traditional fantasy magic, perfect for fans of?Final Fantasy,?Kingdom Hearts, and?Xenosaga.?Continue the adventure today!
Charmides
Charmides
Plato
¥7.93
Charmides
Black Beauty
Black Beauty
Sewell, Anna
¥19.52
Written by Anna Sewell in the last years of her life in 1877, this was her only novel but is one of the best selling children's books of all time.The story is narrated in the first person as an autobiographical memoir of a horse named Black Beauty, starting with his days as a colt on an English farm, to his hard life pulling cabs in London, to his happy retirement in the countryside. Throughout his life he suffers many hardships and recounts many tales of cruelty and kindness. Every chapter is a story of an incident in Black Beauty's life usually containing a lesson or moral.
Book of Tea
Book of Tea
Okakura, Kakuzo
¥19.52
Book of Tea
George Ezra Quiz Book
George Ezra Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of George Ezra? Have you followed his meteoric rise to fame? Would you like to find out more about the talented young performer with a 'voice beyond his years'? If you answered yes to any of the above you are certain to want to own The George Ezra Quiz Book. Can you name the producer of George's single 'Budapest'? What is George's real surname as 'Ezra' is actually his middle name? Who directed George's music video for his single 'Listen to the Man'? Dip inside to find the answers to these questions and more. Since the release of his debut album Wanted on Voyage, George's career has gone from strength to strength with appearances at festivals and on chats shows in the UK and beyond. With 100 questions all about your favourite singer, this book will test your knowledge of George and find out just how much you know about the man and his music. This is a must-have book for George's rapidly increasing fan base.
If Sheep Could Fly
If Sheep Could Fly
JA‚HO
¥53.86
Have you ever wondered what would happen if sheep could fly? This wonderfully illustrated children's picturebook has been translated from the original French into English by JudyBee. A fantastic bedtime story for young children, this beautiful book is sure to be a great hit with kids and parents alike.
Mark of the Baskerville Hound
Mark of the Baskerville Hound
Huettel, Wilfred
¥48.95
A New York police officer, who is on a speaking engagement in Britain finds time to visit the Dartmoor environs. As a nuts and bolts detective events occur on the moors that test his sanity and reason. What are the reasons for a sudden rash of maulings and horror? He returns to New York only to ask help form a priest and a doctor. Finally, he alone must return to the woman he met on the moors and come face to face with the ultimate terror.
Little Sparrow and the Chimney Pot
Little Sparrow and the Chimney Pot
Zuggo, Violeta
¥53.86
The Little Sparrow and the Chimney Top is the first book in the series of childrens book with NLP by The English Sisters. It is designed to appeal to young children and can be used to suggest that you can always learn from your mistakes. The Little Sparrow in this story makes a serious mistake. This got him into a very tricky situation and yet he managed to stay calm and find his own way out. For young children it is important to know that they have the resources within them to overcome difficulties. This increases their self-esteem and confidence. Every mistake, big or small, that they make will provide valuable feedback and can be seen as an opportunity for growth. A story to be enjoyed over and over again.
Bubble Wrapped Children
Bubble Wrapped Children
Oakwater, Helen
¥98.00
Numerous reasons cause adopted teenagers to reconnect with their birth family via Facebook, creating new challenges for adoption today and tomorrow. Incorporating theory, practice, anecdotes, metaphors, diagrams, models and case studies, this accessible book, written by an experienced adopter, clearly explains these complex issues. It maps connections between trauma, child development, grief, adolescence, contact, truth telling and parenting styles; offering fresh perspectives and strategies for parents and professionals.
Sherlock Holmes and the Discarded Cigarette
Sherlock Holmes and the Discarded Cigarette
Thursfield, Fred
¥53.86
London 1895. A well known author, a theoretical invention made real, and the importance of a sometimes overlooked clue challenge Holmes and Watson to prevent the perfect crime.
Professor Reflects on Sherlock Holmes
Professor Reflects on Sherlock Holmes
Alvarez, Marino
¥48.95
The uniqueness of this book is the essays and activities that include both serious and farcical writings about Arthu Conan Doyle's, Sherlock Holmes. A travelogue that compares Reichenbach Falls and Trummelbach Falls for Professor Moriarty's demise; and notes from a visit to Trinity College at Oxford to view Monsignor Knox's writings and entries in the Gryphon Club Book provide the reader with engaging insights into Sherlock Holmes' world of scholarship.