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Laurie Lee Selected Poems
Laurie Lee Selected Poems
Lee, Laurie
¥98.00
Lee's first love was always poetry, though he was only moderately successful as a poet. Lee's first poem appeared in The Sunday Referee in 1934. Another poem was published in Cyril Connolly's Horizon magazine in 1940 and his first volume of poems, The Sun My Monument, was launched in 1944. This was followed by The Bloom of Candles (1947) and My Many-coated Man (1955). Several poems written in the early 1940s reflect the atmosphere of the war, but also capture the beauty of the English countryside. The poem "e;Twelfth Night"e; from My Many-coated Man was set for unaccompanied mixed choir by American composer Samuel Barber in 1968.
Chasing Churchill
Chasing Churchill
Sandys, Celia
¥127.43
Illustrated with photographs from the private family album, this book follows in the footsteps of some of Sir Winston Churchill's famous trips to the four corners of the world, by his granddaughter Celia Sandys. She visits South Africa, Morocco, France, the USA - amongst others - and recounts how Sir Winston's trips not only changed the course of world history, but helped to shape the man who has come to be known as 'our Greatest Briton'.
Maria's Story
Maria's Story
Barratt, Robin
¥39.14
When Robin Barratt and his wife first met Maria in Moscow, they had no idea how much of an impact she would have on their own lives. From the initial interest in her story, the horror of discovering her daily struggle to survive through to active involvement in trying to improve her life. Living on the streets and begging is a harsh reality for many in Russia but for those with a disability life can be doubly cruel. Overlooked by the authorities and people who should have helped her, Maria willingly shared her story with the author who, in turn, made a promise, not only to tell the world about her situation, but to try and make a real difference. Maria's Story documents the true story of one woman's fight for survival against all the odds and those who tried to help her. It uncovers the truth of how many people continue to live in poverty in one of the world's most vibrant cities. Desperately sad, haunting but frequently uplifting, this book is a tale about overcoming adversity and, above all, never losing hope.
2013/2014 Leicester Quiz Book
2013/2014 Leicester Quiz Book
Freestone, Nigel
¥29.33
Is Leicester City your local football club? Are you a Foxes fan? Have you followed the team's progress during the 2013/2014 season or gone to watch them play? If so, you are certain to want to tackle the 200 challenging questions in 2013/14 Leicester Quiz Book. Can you name Leicester's assistant manager during 2013/14? Who were Leicester's three goalkeepers during this season? What was the name of the left back who joined Leicester in July 2013? The answers to these brain-teasers and more can all be found inside. Relive all the exciting moments of Leicester's 2013/2014 season by having a go at the questions in this book, covering all aspects of the club's performance including the players, managers, transfers, goalscorers, goalkeepers, wins, draws and losses. Take this book along on match day or test family and friends to find out who is the most knowledgeable about Leicester City's 2013/14 season? Full of fascinating facts about your favourite football club, this is the book Leicester City fans won't want to be without.
Ashley & Cheryl Cole
Ashley & Cheryl Cole
Peacock, Chris
¥14.62
Ashley & Cheryl Cole - Where Did It All Go Wrong? is a quick-read biography, focusing on Cheryl and Ashley's relationship, marriage and divorce. It looks at the parallels in their careers, the ups and downs, and investigates Ashley's alleged cheating with numerous women. Ultimately it asks the question 'Where Did It All Go Wrong' - could anything have been done to prevent the break-up, or was the marriage doomed from the beginning.
Washday Colours
Washday Colours
Tanner, Suzy-Jane
¥29.33
Washday Colours is a beautifully illustrated children's book by well-known author Suzy-Jane Tanner. It is from a new series of books which encourage learning and play in young children, engaging them in an interactive reading experience. In Washday Colours, young children will have fun identifying yellow dungarees, Dad's blue trousers and Mum's purple knickers as Mum chases and collects the Elephant family's flyaway washing.
Just Still Breathing
Just Still Breathing
Payne, Mike
¥39.14
This book is a collection of jokes, wonderfully illustrated by Mike Payne, the original creator of Tatty Teddy. Mike's unique view of the world is shown in a humorous manner, with more than forty hilarious cartoons. Cheeky (but never rude), this book is sure to bring a smile to your face.
Cricket Quiz Book
Cricket Quiz Book
Pearson, Adam
¥68.57
Did you know that cricket is the second most popular sport in the world and has been an established team sport for centuries, with more than 100 cricket-playing nations now recognised by the International Cricket Council? No doubt those questions haven't left cricket aficionados remotely stumped, but be prepared to be caught out by the 1,000 leg-breaking quiz questions in this book. Your innings will require you to recall facts and figures relating to every possible aspect of the game of cricket from players to umpires and national to international matches, together with all kinds of trivia, so you could very easily find yourself in a real spin and may need to enlist the help of friends to bail you out before a sneaky Chinaman bowls you over, slips you up or reduces you to a pile of ashes. Whether you find yourself top of the batting order or limping with a square leg, this book, with a fitting foreword by Dickie Bird, contains a wealth of knowledge about the sport that is guaranteed to enthral all cricket fans, and questions that will stimulate fond memories and friendly debates for many an entertaining hour.
All at Sea with Truffles
All at Sea with Truffles
Collins, Sheila
¥58.76
Truffles, the celebrity tabby cat of mature years (it would be far too impolite to state her exact age here), puts pen to paper once again to share her unique and delightfully amusing observations of the human world around her, this time embarking on a totally new adventure on the ocean waves, finding her sea paws as she sets sail on a luxury (as befits a superior and sophisticated feline) ship with cruise aficionado Sheila, her long-term carer and provider of every possible need. New sights, sounds, smells, tastes and experiences face Truffles at every turn, from the tiresome car journey and undignified customs procedures to the mystifying and sometimes frightening onboard facilities and activities. Allowed to leave her stateroom to peruse all the non-eating areas - on a lead with matching collar, of course, and wearing a purrfectly preened catsuit - Truffles revels in being the centre of attention, maintaining an outward air of decorum at all times, even when her nine lives are tested to the core. A fantastic insight into the mind of a cat and the puzzles and mysteries created by events and practices that we all take for granted without question, and also a tantalising taster for those humans that haven't yet been tempted by the cruising lifestyle. One thing's for sure: Truffles can highly recommend it (oh, and Sheila, too)!
Travels through Blood and Honey
Travels through Blood and Honey
Gowing, Elizabeth
¥98.00
Kosovo: the name conjures up blood: ethnic cleansing and war. This book reveals another side to the newest country in the world-a land of generous families, strong tastes and lush landscapes: a land of honey.
Jessie J Quiz Book
Jessie J Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a Jesse J fan? Have you followed her meteoric rise to fame from song-writing wannabe to singing superstar? Do you know everything there is to know about the feisty songster from London? If so, why not test your knowledge with this quick quiz book? Which 2009 song did Jessie write for Miley Cyrus? What is Jessie's official website address? How many tracks are there on Jessie's album 'Who You Are'? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in The Jesse J Quiz Book. With 100 questions about the charismatic star, you are certain to discover something new. The book is a mix of personal details and professional highlights and provides a fascinating insight to the life of the chart topping star. This tribute to Jesse J is a fun way to learn more about your favourite singer and is sure to appeal to her ever increasing fan base as well as anyone with an interest in popular music. If you like Jesse J, you will love this book.
Straight From The Force's Mouth
Straight From The Force's Mouth
Prowse, David
¥88.19
Everyone has heard of Darth Vader, the infamous Star Wars villain we all love to fear, created by George Lucas and brought to life by Dave Prowse MBE, but people may not be so familiar with the story of the multi-talented man behind the mask. It required someone exceptional to turn a helmeted costume into the principal character in the highest grossing film series in cinema history - that someone was Dave Prowse. The towering, physical presence of the 6ft 7"e; bodybuilder was ideally suited to personify the intimidating Darth Vader. Straight from the Force's Mouth takes us behind the scenes of Star Wars and documents how this extraordinary man took on the role of the menacing central character to creating one of the most iconic villains in cinema history. In this book of memoirs, Dave shares his journey from disadvantaged child and poor student to champion weightlifter and international film star. The Dave Prowse story is one of determination and hard work and in this honest account he explains how he overcame the many setbacks in his life to achieve success and global recognition. This book is a must have for Star Wars fans of all ages and will appeal to anyone who enjoys a truly inspirational and motivating real life story.
Southend-on-Sea Quiz Book
Southend-on-Sea Quiz Book
Kimber, Kim
¥24.43
Do you live in Southend-on-Sea? Maybe you grew up there as a child or have fond memories of holidays spent in the area? Whatever Southend means to you, this book will test your memory of the people and places that have shaped the town over the years. Who became the first Mayor of Southend in 1837? What year was the train route between Southend and London first established? What world record was broken at Southend-on-Sea in August 2010 earning participants a place in the Guinness Book of Records? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in this brilliant quiz book. Packed with fascinating facts from years gone by to the present day, The Southend-on-Sea Quiz Book will find out just how much you really know about the town and its inhabitants. Whether you want to reminisce with family and friends or discover something new, this book is all you need. A must-have for everyone from the Southend area and anyone interested in learning more about the history of this thriving seaside resort.
Ultimate Boxing Quiz Book
Ultimate Boxing Quiz Book
Oates, Ralph
¥73.48
Do you consider yourself to be the world's biggest boxing fan? Do you look forward to, and follow, every match? Are you clued up on the history of this age old sport from bare knuckle and unlicensed through to the top-flight professional game? Then test yourself with the challenging questions contained in The Ultimate Boxing Quiz Book and find out how much you really know. With sections covering all aspects of the boxing world, including famous male and female fighters, nicknames, title fights, nationalities, knock-outs, southpaws, champions, referees, managers and promoters, this book is as educational as it is entertaining. Get your adrenalin pumping as you try to recall all those memorable moments from the great boxing matches of yesteryear and find out if you are a light or heavyweight when it comes to a knowledge of boxing trivia. Whether you want to learn more about late greats or brush up on the modern game this quiz book is a must have for anyone with an interest in the boxing world.
Great Train Robbery Quiz Book
Great Train Robbery Quiz Book
Gray, Mike
¥19.52
The Great Train Robbery is one of the most well documented crimes of all time but how much do you really know about what happened on that fateful day in 1963 and in the years beyond? This new quiz book will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about the Great Train Robbery and the people involved.How many train robbers escaped from prison? What was the robbers' hideout called? Who was the first '30-year sentence' train robber to be released? The answers to these brain teasers and more can all be found inside The Great Train Robbery Quiz Book.With 100 questions all about the people involved in the robbery, where they are now, the detectives, Judge, books, films and TV programmes, this is a comprehensive guide to the most talked about UK heist in history.With 2013 marking the 50th anniversary, there is still a great deal of interest in the Great Train Robbery and if you would like to know more, this book is all you need.
Bruno Mars Quiz Book
Bruno Mars Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Bruno Mars? If so, do you know how he came by his stage name? What was his debut album called and what are the titles of his best-selling singles? If you think you know all about the talented American singer-songwriter or would like to find out more, The Bruno Mars Quiz Book is for you. What awards has Bruno been nominated for? What were his early musical influences and how did he get started in the business? Where did he grow up and what was his family life like as a child? With 100 questions all about your favourite singer including many personal details, this book is both entertaining and educational and you are certain to learn something new. This book is a fitting tribute to a diverse performer who has made a lasting impression on the music industry in recent months and looks set to continue to make his mark for some time to come. This is a must-have for everyone who enjoys Bruno Mars unique style of music.
London Underground Quiz Book
London Underground Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Brief Description: Are you a regular commuter on the London Underground? Do you use the tube to get around for business or pleasure? Or maybe you have travelled on the underground during a visit to the UK capital? If so, just how much can you remember about the world's oldest underground system? Which tube station is the busiest, with 77 million passengers each year? If you were travelling on the Piccadilly Line, which tube station would you get off at if you were visiting Arsenal Football Club? In which year during the 1940s did the central line extend from Liverpool Street to Stratford? The answers to these and many more brain-teasing questions are all in this quiz book. Find out how well you know your way around the tube or challenge your colleagues, family and friends to discover who is the most knowledgeable about London Underground. Full of fascinating facts The London Underground Quiz Book is both fun and informative and an excellent way to help pass away the hours you spend travelling.
Adele Quiz Book
Adele Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Adele? Have you followed her meteoric rise to fame from the release of her first album '19' through to global superstardom? Do you, like millions of others, know all the words to her soulful, heartfelt lyrics and can't help singing along. If so, you are guaranteed to enjoy this fun and informative new quiz book.Which two awards did Adele win at the 51st Grammy Awards in 2009? Who wrote Adele's 2008 song 'Make You Feel My Love'? How many weeks did Adele's single 'Someone Like You' spend in the number 1 position in the UK charts? All the answers can be found in The Adele Quiz Book.Packed full of facts about Adele's amazing career to date, this tribute contains 100 questions about the multi-award winning superstar and covers all aspects of Adele's professional life, together with one or two surprising personal details. You are certain to learn something new about the popular singer-songwriter. This is a must have book for anyone who would like to know more about the huge success story that is Adele.
Liverpool Quiz Book
Liverpool Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥34.24
Is Liverpool your favourite football team? Have you watched every match? Are you an expert on all the facts, figures and fixtures that have shaped the club's long history? Then the time has come to find out how much you really know about the people and places that have helped to define the Reds through the years.With 250 testing questions covering every aspect of the club, from unforgettable players, top goalscorers, memorable managers and difficult opponents to League positions, honours and awards, this book can't fail to turn up one or two surprises alongside all the well documented facts.Packed full of information, The Liverpool Quiz Book is certain to prove a hit with football fans of all ages, whether you want to impress family and friends with your knowledge or simply find out more about the team you support.This tribute to Liverpool FC is a must-have for all fans of the Reds and anyone who is interested in learning more about this successful football club.
Politics Quiz Book
Politics Quiz Book
Snelgrove, Kevin
¥19.52
Do you have in interest in politics? Are you familiar with the different roles in British government? Can you recall Britain's most famous prime ministers and the years they were in office? If you would like to find out more about the history of British politics, you are certain to enjoy this quiz book.Which year did James Harold Wilson first become prime minister? What is the first thing a new government forms? Who was leader of the Liberal Party from 1967 to 1976? The answers to these and many similar questions can all be found in The Politics Quiz Book.This informative new quiz book is a simple way for the whole family to learn more about British politics and with 100 questions covering all aspects of government you are sure to learn something new. Whether you want to test your memory of the great movers and shakers of days gone past or improve your knowledge of the basic facts of politics in Britain today this book is certain to have broad appeal.
101 Things You May Not Have Known About World Wrestling
101 Things You May Not Have Known About World Wrestling
White, Paul
¥24.43
Are you a fan of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)? Do you watch in awe as the giant competitors throw themselves and each other around the ring? Are you familiar with the terminology of WWE? Would you like to know more about the professional wrestlers who provide such thrilling entertainment? If you answered yes to any of these questions you won't want to be without this handy new reference guide.Presented in an easy-to-follow format, this book contains all the facts and figures on WWE you will ever need to know, including detailed information on the top professional wrestlers past and present, their nicknames, biographies, catchphrases, championship winners and losers, WWE records, Divas, belts and much more.101 Things You May Not Have Known About World Wrestling is as entertaining as wrestling itself and is a must-have for all those who enjoy the sportsmanship and spectacle of WWE. This book will appeal to anyone who likes watching WWE from lifelong fans to those who are new to the sport.