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Greenstreet and Back
Greenstreet and Back
Abel, Francis
¥19.52
Greenstreet and Back is an amazing, humorous autobiography that follows a journey from, a near death experience, to an incredible passage of self acceptance and realisation. The true story of painful rehabilitation dips into the black humour of facing your own mortality and the acceptance that the life once known was now a thing of the past. The book is a chronicle of courage and fortitude that shows with determination any obstacle can be overcome. Francis begins a pilgrimage to learn about his new life that eventually takes him to the other side of the world to exotic South East Asia. His hilarious encounters along the way happen mostly by chance and very unexpectedly. From a near molestation by a dancing Ladyboy in Northern Thailand to a "e;run in"e; with gun tooting bandits in Cambodia, the quest gets ever more bizarre and farcical. Eventually Francis experiences an epiphany but fate has one more harsh and cruel card to play towards the end of his odyssey.
101 Amazing Harry Potter Facts
101 Amazing Harry Potter Facts
Goldstein, Jack
¥39.14
Runtime: 18 minutesThrough JK Rowling's series of Harry Potter books and the eight films, we have been introduced to a fantastic and magical world that many of us would like to visit. But what is the story behind what we see and read, and what are some little-known facts about the books, the films, the actors and the characters? This audiobook contains 101 amazing facts which you most likely didn't know!
Moored to the Continent
Moored to the Continent
Baimbridge, Mark
¥132.34
Is there an alternative to EU membership? What if Britain left the EU? Would it be a disastrous or liberating experience? What trade relationships could the UK forge outside the EU? How would economic and social policy be different? What are the implications for sovereignty and democracy?This text seeks to answer these questions through exploring the future options for Britain regarding its relationship with the European Union (EU). To the British establishment it seemed obvious that joining the process towards greater European integration would reverse the UK's post-war declining political influence and accelerate its rate of economic growth. Consequently, a recurrent theme is that UK participation in ever closer European integration is widely perceived as 'inevitable'. In contrast, this book both addresses and challenges this presumption by illustrating that a variety of alternative forms of relationship are feasible, together with outlining possible policy options that may compliment and enhance the consequences arising from the fundamental decision of how the UK determines its future.
Final Problem
Final Problem
Kopl, Petr
¥48.95
The death of detective Sherlock Holmes shakes the world. Even The Queen herself expresses resentment over the loss of the popular Victorian hero. Petr Kopl gives us a graphic kick and picks up his third World heroes of tomorrow through the eyes of genius writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. He takes us to a place where evil has a true face, men are gentlemen and women are ladies. We visit his comic world of excitement and adventure. Come and bear witnessto the last heroic battle where Sherlock Holmes paid with his life. Or did he?
101 Amazing Red Hot Chili Peppers Facts
101 Amazing Red Hot Chili Peppers Facts
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Are you the world's biggest Red Hot Chili Peppers Fan? Do you know everything there is to know about Anthony, Flea and the rest of the boys? Then this is the book for you! In this easy-to-digest eBook are 101 facts about your favourite band - do you know all of them?Test yourself and your friends with these handily-packaged facts easily organised into categories for maximum enjoyment. Sections include the members of the band, how they formed, awards they have won and some crazy facts about their antics over the years. Show everyone that you are the master of RHCP knowledge!
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Grinning Cat
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Grinning Cat
Svec III, Joseph W.
¥53.86
Time is running out!When the Cheshire Cat, the White Rabbit, and The Mad Hatter turn up at 221-B Baker Street to enlist the help of Sherlock Holmes in locating Alice who is missing from Wonderland, and Lewis Carroll himself who is also nowhere to be found, there begins an adventure more stranger and curious than anything Sherlock has ever encountered. A Unicorn, the Jabberwocky, the time traveling author, H.G. Wells, trips to Wonderland and beyond, and even a journey outside of time itself where awaits the ultimate enigma of logic, all are a part of this incredible tale.
101 Amazing Victoria Beckham Facts
101 Amazing Victoria Beckham Facts
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Are you the world's biggest Victoria Beckham Fan? Do you know everything there is to know about the ex-Spice Girl and one of today's greatest fashion icons? Then this is the book for you! In this easy-to-digest eBook are 101 facts about your favourite celebrity - do you know all of them?Test yourself and your friends with these handily-packaged facts easily organised into categories for maximum enjoyment. Sections include Victoria's fashion, her singing career and some crazy facts about her life. Show everyone that you are the master of VB Knowledge!
50 Quick Spooky Halloween Facts
50 Quick Spooky Halloween Facts
Andrews, Paul
¥9.71
This book is a quick read full of Spooky Facts on Halloween. Do you know where the name comes from? What happens if a bat flies over your house three times? Find out these facts and more in this book!
Dealing with Negative People
Dealing with Negative People
Slater, Rus
¥19.52
A busy person's guide to help you to deal with a negative person. This guide covers dealing with negative people at home and at work regardless of their position in relation to the reader. It provides practical and proven tips and strategies to getting people to cheer up and get on with life. It also helps to identify the more serious issue of stress.
Twilight - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Twilight - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Peacock, Chris
¥34.24
This excellent quiz book contains 250 questions (and answers!) to test the knowledge of any Twilight fan. From questions any human should know all the way through to trivia that would test a true vampire, this is a fantastic way to enjoy Stephenie Meyer's world even more. This eBook version has been specially formatted for easy navigation on today's e-readers.
50 Quick USA State Facts
50 Quick USA State Facts
Andrews, Paul
¥19.52
Do you know what all 50 states in the USA are? Do you know facts such as the capital of each state? Do you know the state flower or bird? All this and many more facts are inside this interesting quick fact book of 300 interesting USA State facts.
Goju Ryu Gekisai Dai Ichi Kata Sequence
Goju Ryu Gekisai Dai Ichi Kata Sequence
Hill, Tom
¥9.71
The purpose of this guide is to help the beginner who is trying to learn the Kata in his or her own time. There is no real substitute for a competent instructor, fellow students and a Dojo. However, this guide may help the beginner practice alone or with a friend in their own time and at their own pace and convenience. It is hoped that the instructions, diagrams and pointers provided here will help produce a better understanding of the Kata in a shorter time, when other facilities are unavailable.
So Far Divided
So Far Divided
Kelly, Paul
¥48.95
This heart-rending tale of Steph, a teaching assistant, follows her in love, life and work. With the emotional ups and downs of her own day-to-day living - and that of her family who aren't always there to help - this is another excellent story from respected fiction author Paul Kelly.
Which? Doctor
Which? Doctor
Kelly, Paul
¥39.14
This is s story of life as lived by Janet and her brother Jack, whose parents treated them abominally andcompelled them to think of their lives as useless. Neither had the will to live, but the accidents of life took them to places that they never knew existed where they could be happier than they ever thought they could be... But as was with every life, there is always death to follow and sadly, Jack left Janet in this way.
2000s Pop Music Quiz
2000s Pop Music Quiz
Andrews, Paul
¥19.52
How well do you know your 2000's Pop Music? This Quiz book will test even the most avid fan, with questions that span the 2000's bands and songs! Test yourself and your friends with this 2000's Pop Music Quiz Book.
Who Was Emma Schaffi?
Who Was Emma Schaffi?
Kelly, Paul
¥68.57
MARK FORSYTH, a Probation Officer in the East End of London andJULIA ROGANO a young , but well experienced barrister, were married inthe winter of 1992, only five and a half months after Mark's releasefrom prison where he had been held on remand, charged with theabduction of a minor . . . a young boy, for the purpose of procuringhim for immoral purposes.The boy, DAVID HOLT, had been unable to speak due to a nervousdisorder caused by the traumatic upbringing of his 'step-parent' andher partner .EMMA SCHAFFI, (Who is she you may well ask . . .) andUNCLE JACK, (A relative of the boy who has turned his back on hisaristocratic family and is living with Emma Schaffi.) Emma is ofgypsy origin and owns several caravans which she uses to recruit andtrain children, mostly boys for child prostitution and where sheadministers hard drugs when the children become restless, in order toallow them to relax and perform more easily.The drug administration is particularly cruel in the writings and thesuffering in this way, makes the ultimate rape seem mild in comparison. . .
In a Steamer Chair and Other Stories
In a Steamer Chair and Other Stories
Barr, Robert
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of thirteen witty short stories from the British-Canadian short story writer and novelist Robert Barr.
100+ Fun Ideas for Modern Foreign Languages
100+ Fun Ideas for Modern Foreign Languages
Cave, Sue
¥102.91
100+ Fun Ideas for Practising Modern Foreign Languages in the Primary Classroom contains 137 fun activities for developing oracy and literacy skills. The tried and tested activities in this book can be used to with almost any language. The author has chosen these ideas due to the positive impact the games and activities have had on the learning of another language. The inherent rationale behind each activity is that it is enjoyable, interactive and allows for as many children as possible at one time to communicate. With activities ranging from 'Clap if true' and 'Draw a monster' to 'Find Mr X' and 'Puppet mind reading', you will never be stuck for ideas.
Weather (Activities for 3-5 Year Olds)
Weather (Activities for 3-5 Year Olds)
Quin, Caroline
¥39.14
Weather: Activities for 3-5 Year Olds contains enjoyable activities to help develop children's essential skills. Weather is with us all the time, every minute of every day, all around the world. Weather provides ideas for helping to raise children's awareness of the weather throughout the year, whatever the conditions outside. The practical activities include: Enjoying and responding to weather poems, Creating foggy night pictures, Choosing the right clothes for the weather, Measuring puddles, Making simple weather vanes and Various ways of charting the weather. All the books in the Activities for 3-5 Year Olds series contain tried-and-tested activities, linked to the six key areas of learning. They are an invaluable resource of fun, easy-to-use ideas for all early years settings, from preschools and nurseries to reception classes and day nurseries.
Roman Life in the Days of Cicero
Roman Life in the Days of Cicero
Church, Alfred J.
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the life of one of the most influential men in the ancient world: Marcus Tullius Cicero. Philosopher, politician, lawyer, Cicero made his name with his famous orations and written prose.
Sense and Sensibility
Sense and Sensibility
Austen, Jane
¥19.52
Published in 1811 this was Jane Austen's first published novel.The story as we all know is about the Dashwood family who were left in reduced circumstances when the Father dies, forcing them to move to a country cottage on the estate of a distant relative.After a bit of heartbreak and the odd heaving bosom both sisters find love and happiness.