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Black Carib Wars
￥98.00
The Garifuna people today live all along the Caribbean littoral of Central America, from Belize, through Guatemala and Honduras down to Nicaragua, and also in some of the biggest cities of the United States. For more than two hundred years they have preserved their unique culture and language--the direct descendant of that spoken in the islands at the time of Columbus. All of them, however, trace their origin back to the island of St. Vincent--YouroumaA n in their own language--where shipwrecked and runaway slaves joined together with the local Carib Indians to form a distinct society, known to the European colonists as the Black Caribs. Relations with the French veered between conflict and cooperation but when a deal struck in Paris in 1763 ceded the island to Britain, the stage was set for the Black Caribs final, desperate struggle to preserve their freedom. What followed was a series of bloody wars punctuated by periods of wary coexistence in which a small but determined people stood up to the might of the British Empire. The product of extensive original research in St. Vincent, the United Kingdom and France, The Black Carib Wars combines a compelling narrative with new details of the Black Caribs' fight to stay free. It draws in characters such as Daniel Defoe, the first man to describe an eruption of St. Vincent's volcano, and Captain Bligh, who belatedly brought Tahitian breadfruit to the island after his mission was interrupted by the mutiny on The Bounty. It looks at who the Black Caribs were, why they fought so tenaciously and how leaders such as Tourouya, Bigot and Chatoyer managed to marshal a fiercely individualistic society against the external threat. In the wake of the revolutions in France and Haiti, the Black Caribs fought their last battle, ending in agonising defeat and decimation in British captivity. The Black Carib Wars recounts how the survivors were shipped off to the faraway shores of Central America and what became of those who escaped deportation from St. Vincent.
Official Birmingham City Quiz Book
￥73.48
Are you a loyal Blues supporter? Never missed a match and think you know all there is to know about your favourite team? If so, have a go at tackling the 1,000 brain teasing questions in this quiz book, each one cleverly thought out to test your memory of the people and places that have shaped the history of Birmingham City Football Club. With sections on all aspects of the game including players, managers, scores, transfer fees, opponents, competitions, wins, draws and losses, you just won't be able to put this book down. Whether you want to impress your family with some little known facts or challenge your mates, The Official Birmingham City Quiz Book is a must have for football fans of all ages and is certain to provide hours of fun. This fitting tribute to the Blues is both educational and entertaining. So dip inside the cover and check up on all those important details about the team you didn't realise you had forgotten.
Classic Children's Television Quiz Book
￥73.48
Compiled by acclaimed television scriptwriter and novelist Dean Wilkinson, The Classic Children's Television Quiz Book is packed with fascinating facts about the shows you loved as a child as well as those programmes currently capturing the imagination of today's young audiences. From timeless classics like Thunderbirds, Blue Peter and Dr Who to the thoroughly up-to-date Sponge Bob, the 1,000 questions in this book will not only test your memory of the characters you grew up with but your family's knowledge of their current favourites. With a fitting foreword by popular family TV presenters Ant and Dec this book is sure to prove a hit with television lovers of all ages and, in particular, those members of the older generation who have remained young at heart.
Motor Racing Quiz Book
￥73.48
So you're a fan of motor racing, but just how wide is your knowledge and how far back does it go? You'll be tested to the limit with this Motor Racing Quiz Book and will soon be chugging into the pits to have your brain recharged when you reach the latter section designed specifically for the experts among you. However, you can console yourself that the wealth of information contained in this book will leave you a much wiser person. From the early days of Juan Manuel Fangio and Jackie Stewart to more recent personalities such as David Coulthard and Michael Schumacher, every decade is covered in this book, with questions on every conceivable Grand Prix, as well as teams, circuits, car manufacturers, pole positions, nationalities, final placings, world champions, drivers' numbers, sponsors, constructors' victories, engines and much more. Who was nicknamed 'Il Leone'? What does a black flag signify? Where is the Gilles Villeneuve circuit? Don't know? Well, buy this book and find out everything you've ever wanted to know about motor racing, and at the same time celebrate the wonderful personalities and memorable events that have moulded the sport of motor racing.
Rap and Hip Hop Quiz Book
￥24.43
Are you a fan of rap and hip hop? Are you familiar with artists such as Snoop Dog, Ice T and Lil' Kim? Can you name all the trailblazing rappers and singers and their hits? If so, you will enjoy trying to answer the 100 quick questions in The Rap & Hip Hop Quiz Book. For which album did Dizzee Rascal win the 2003 Mercury Prize? What was the name of the rapper who was shot in Las Vegas in September 1996 and later died from his wounds? Which artist had a hit with the album 'Fear of a Black Planet' in 1990? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in this exciting new quiz book. With sections on rappers, hit singles, stage names and best-selling albums as well as more general questions, this book will find out how much you really know about the artists behind the best of rap and hip hop. This book is certain to appeal to anyone with an interest in this form of music culture.
Country Music Quiz Book
￥24.43
Do you enjoy country music? Are you familiar with the names of all the best-loved country stars, past and present? Can you recall when your favourite country artists started their singing careers and sing along to their greatest hits? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this quiz book is certain to appeal to you. Which group reached the number 8 position in Billboard's Hot Country Songs in 1979 with 'Outside Lookin' In'? Who are Henry John Deutschendorf Jr and Eilleen Regina Edwards better known as? Who won an honorary award at the 2011 Academy of Country Music Awards? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in The Country Music Quiz Book. With 100 questions about the artists and their music, this book has something for everyone and you are bound to discover some fascinating facts about the legends of country. This is a must-have book for all country fans and anyone interested in finding out more about this popular genre of music.
England's World Cup Story
￥58.76
Are you a loyal England supporter? Do you look forward to the World Cup and eagerly follow England's progress? Would you like to find out more about the history of your national team and their past performance in top flight football? If so, this book is certain to appeal to you. England's World Cup Story documents England's journey in the World Cup from 1950 under the guidance of Sir Walter Winterbottom up to 2010 with Fabio Capello at the helm as manager. Packed with fascinating facts, quotes and profiles of many of the all-time great players, this book tells the story of the England team through the years from the many near misses and disappointments to victory in 1966 and beyond. Who can forget the likes of Gordon Banks, Bobby Moore and Sir Stanley Matthews to name but a few? They are all in this book together with more recent heroes such as David Beckham, Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney. As one of only eight national sides to have lifted the World Cup trophy, this book is a fitting tribute to the England team. This is a must-have for all fans of the beautiful game and anyone with an interest in the history of the World Cup.
Vampires, A Very Peculiar History
￥58.76
Dragged from the deepest, darkest depths of the 'Very Peculiar History' vaults, this book collects tales of terror, morbid myths and frightening facts that will chill you witless. Introduced by everyone's favourite bloodsucker, Count Dracula, 'Vampires: A Very Peculiar History' features the origin of vampire-like creatures and a biological and mythological look at human blood (including the best places to bite if you were a vampire!) alongside tales of the real-life vampires that may have inspired the first vampire stories. It includes advice on how to spot a vampire as well as how to become one! Even vampires of film, graphic novel and manga get a taste of the action! Don't be scared, be prepared...with 'Vampires, A Very Peculiar History'!
Clacton-on-Sea Quiz Book
￥24.43
Are you from Clacton-on-Sea? Is it your favourite holiday destination or maybe you visited there as a child? Whatever your memories of Clacton this book aims to find out just how much you know about the popular seaside resort. Which civil engineer, who has an avenue in the town named after him, founded Clacton-on-Sea during the early 1870s? In what year during the 1980s did Butlins in Clacton close? Which road in Clacton was built in 1920 to cope with the influx of holidaymakers? The answers to these questions can all be found in this quiz book together with many more interesting facts about Clacton-on-Sea. With 100 questions designed to test your knowledge of the Essex town The Clacton-on-Sea Quiz Book is guaranteed to get you thinking. So whether you want to have fun with family and friends or learn more about the town you grew up in, this book is guaranteed to be as entertaining as it is informative. This is a must-have book for anyone with an interest in Clacton-on-Sea and its history.
HMS Ganges Days
￥68.57
When Peter Broadbent entered HMS Ganges, the toughest training establishment for young recruits to the Royal Navy, he was a naive 15-year-old Yorkshire schoolboy, entranced with the idea of seeing the world, proud of his drainpipe trousers and DA hairstyle, and eager to meet girls. In other words, he was a 'Nozzer' - a raw and unsuspecting recruit. When he emerged 386 days later it was as a prospective 'Dabtoe', not quite a fully trained Seaman, but well on the way. This funny and vivid memoir accurately captures what it was like to climb the mast, have your kit trashed, learn to swear, develop a taste for Kye and Stickies, double around the parade-ground at dead of night in your pyjamas, endlessly run up and down Laundry Hill ... and to do it all and much more while being continually barracked by a demanding Petty Officer Instructor. Along the way, Peter relished learning the Navy lingo and how to sail. He consumed platefuls of Cheese Ush, won a boxing certificate, discovered a secret stash of Playboy magazines, smoked thousands of cigarettes, and convinced girls back home that his shorn hair was in fact the very latest fashion 'down south'.
Kim Kardashian Quiz Book
￥24.43
Brief Description: Do you watch 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians'? Are you one of the five million people who follow Kim Kardashian on Twitter? Are you up to date with all the twists and turns in the American celebrity's life? If you're a fan of Kim Kardashian, you won't want to be without this quiz book.Every aspect of Kim's life has been written about by the press or documented on TV but how much do you really know about the glamorous socialite and businesswoman? Which designer's dress did Kim wear on her wedding day to Kris Humphries? When did Kim and her sisters open their second clothing shop in Miami? At Thanksgiving, Kim donated her time to the Los Angeles Mission but to do what? The answers to these questions and more are all in The Kim Kardashian Quiz Book. How many will you get right?Full of fun facts, this book is certain to reveal something you never knew about one of the America's most famous women. If you like Kim Kardashian, you will love this quiz book.
Kings and Queens - A Very Peculiar History
￥58.76
Which king's guards massacred a group of his supporters by mistake? Who had an oversized tongue and had to slobber when they ate food? Who was so large when they died that they had to be buried in a square coffin? Who survived seven assassination attempts? As you can tell from the bizarre questions above, it wasn't all thrones and sceptres for British kings and queens. Some of them were completely batty, and others were downright vicious. On the other hand, some monarchs were an icon to the people and represented the power and importance of Britain and England. 'Kings & Queens, A Very Peculiar History' explores some of the most marvellous monarchs to have ruled Britain and ekes out their bizarre habits and idiosyncracies, featuring quirky stories and fascinating facts and lists.
Brilliant General Knowledge Quiz Book
￥19.52
Are you knowledgeable about a wide range of subjects? Do you enjoy finding out about famous people and learning interesting facts? Or maybe you are a quizmaster in need of material? Whatever your reason for looking at this book, you are certain to find out something new.Who was Prime Minister of Great Britain from 1841 to 1846? Which country won the first World Cup in 1930 defeating Argentina 4-2? What nationality is the athlete John Walker who was the first man to run a mile under 3 minutes 50 seconds? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in The Best General Knowledge Quiz Book. This book is both educational and fun and it is a good way for all the family to broaden their knowledge. With 100 questions covering all areas of general knowledge including celebrities, films, science, geography, history and sport, there is something for everyone. Whether you want to test yourself against the children or get ready for the local pub quiz, this book is an ideal way to learn more about the world we live in.
101 Things You May Not Have Known About Gaelic Football
￥34.24
101 Things You May Not Have Known About Gaelic Football is the definitive guide to All-Ireland Senior Football in Ireland. In this e-book the reader will be taken on a magical journey back in time with the formation of the Gaelic Athletic Association in 1884; the first All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final; the history of the famous Sam Maguire Cup; a look at the man considered to be the father of the GAA, Michael Cusack; All-Ireland Senior Champions; GAA All-Star Awards; GAA Team of the Century; GAA Team of the Millennium; the American All-Ireland Final; bans; Croke Park; Bloody Sunday; Tim Clarke Cup; Tommy Markham Cup; Railway Cup; Tommy Murphy Cup; All-Ireland Minor Champions; historic sides; legendary players and so much more. No matter what County you hail from this e-book will test your knowledge and that of your friends to find out just what you know about Ireland's No.1 sport.
Tony Hancock Quiz Book
￥29.33
Do you remember Hancock's Half Hour? Was this iconic radio show and later TV series appointment listening and viewing in your house when you were growing up? Were you a fan of the lad? If so, you are certain to enjoy The Tony Hancock Quiz Book.On what BBC radio show did Tony Hancock first appear on 9 January 1949? At which theatre, in front of a live audience, was the first Hancock's Half Hour recorded? How old was Tony Hancock when he died? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in this book.This tribute to one of the best-loved comedians of the 1950s and '60s covers all aspects of Tony Hancock's life and includes many personal and behind the scenes details. With 250 questions, not only about the lad himself, but also the cast, characters and storylines that helped to make Hancock's Half Hour into one of Britain's best-loved comedy shows of all-time, this book will take you on a trip down memory lane. A nostalgic, must-have read for Hancock fans of all ages.
Newcastle Quiz Book
￥34.24
Have you always supported Newcastle United Football Club? Do you follow every game? Are you up to date with all the latest news about your favourite team? If so, this handy quiz book is just what you need to find out how much you really know. The 250 mind boggling questions in this book have been designed to test your memory of the people and places that have shaped the Magpies over the years.This quiz book is packed with information about the players, nationalities, top goalscorers, managers, opponents, League positions, trophies, wins and losses, as well as all those memorable matches that make up the club's long and successful history. The Newcastle Quiz Book is as educational as it is entertaining and you are certain to uncover some little known fact that will surprise even the most dedicated Toon fan.This tribute to NUFC is sure to score a hit with football fans of all ages and is an ideal way to test your knowledge whilst having fun with family and friends.
Titanic Quiz Book
￥24.43
Are you interested in the history of the Titanic? Would you like to find out more about this famous liner and how it came to sink? If so, The Titanic Quiz Book has all the answers.Few events in history have captured public imagination to such an extent as the story of the Titanic which has spawned numerous films, documentaries and books through the years. This new quiz book will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about the Titanic including all the facts and figures of the liner's construction, details on crew members and passengers and lots more related trivia. Who was the captain of the Titanic? On what date during 1912 was the ship's maiden voyage? In which year did a team led by Jean-Louis Michel and Dr Robert Ballard find the Titanic? These are just some of the 100 questions you will find inside this book. The Titanic Quiz Book is a fitting tribute to all those who lost their lives one hundred years ago and will help to ensure that their memory lives on.
Russell Brand Quiz Book
￥24.43
Do you like Russell Brand? Does his outspoken manner and unique style of humour make you laugh out loud? Have you followed his career from the early days of stand-up and Channel 4 success to controversial comedy megastar? If you think you know what makes Russell Brand tick or would like to find out more, The Russell Brand Quiz Book is for you.What job did Russell do before becoming a successful stand-up comedian? In which year did Russell release his first stand-up DVD, titled Live? Which American sketch comedy show did Russell guest host during February 2011? If you think you know the answers, why not find out if you are right with this fun quiz book.Russell Brand has proved himself to be a diverse and talented individual and the 100 questions in this book cover all aspects of his life, including many personal details, so you are certain to find out something new about your favourite comedian. This book will appeal to Russell Brand's many fans and anyone with a keen interest in comedy.
Where the Streams Meet
￥58.76
A romance that crossed continents ... A tour of duty ... A spiritual awakening.True story of how the author, a Flight Lieutenant in the RAF, met and married an Indian man; and of how exposure to different cultures led her on a spiritual journey from 'party girl' to learning about, and being transformed by, Hinduism in India, and Islam during her RAF service in Afghanistan."e;Love can grow in so many ways, if the heart is willing to hear. It was as though we were at the meeting point of two streams, West and East, the spirit and the mind. It would be the place where we would find each other again in difficult times, the point of compromise, of understanding."e;
JLS Quiz Book
￥24.43
Are you a fan of JLS? Have you followed the band's rise to fame from early success on The X Factor to chart topping pop sensation? If you think you are an expert on JLS, then find out how much you really know by testing yourself and your friends with this fun quiz book. Most fans will be able to tell you what JLS stands for but do you know what football team JB supports or what is Aston's favourite sport? Can you name the two BRIT awards JLS won in 2010 or their second book, released in 2010? The answers to these questions and many more can all be found in this book.The JLS Quiz Book is full of interesting facts, including many personal details, and is a fitting tribute to the hardworking band. This book is a must-have for everyone who enjoys JLS's music or would like to find out more about the individual band members. If you like JLS you are certain to love this book.
Sheff Wed Quiz Book
￥34.24
Do you support Sheffield Wednesday Football Club? Have you attended every match and followed their progress throughout the season? Are you familiar with the history of this popular team? If you answered yes to any of these questions this quiz book is for you.With so many fascinating facts about The Owls in one handy book, you are certain to find out something new about your favourite football team. The 250 challenging questions have been compiled to test your memory of the people and places that have helped to make the club great. With sections on many of the memorable players and managers, club honours and records, home grounds, players' positions and nationalities and much more, this book is bound to score a hit with football fans of all ages.The Sheff Wed Quiz Book is an ideal way to test your knowledge of The Owls whilst having fun with family and friends. This indispensable guide is a must-have for all Sheffield Wednesday supporters and anyone interested in learning more about the club.
