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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.
Sherlock Holmes and the Missing Snowman
Sherlock Holmes and the Missing Snowman
Ruffle, David
¥53.86
A young girl's snowman has gone missing. Where can it have gone? There is only one man who can help. Sherlock Holmes, the most famous detective in the world.
Orchestra Murders
Orchestra Murders
Fruchter, Rena
¥58.76
Superstar conductor Sir Gregory Langhorne and his globe-trotting, violin-soloist son Jonathan Langhorne are the best of friends-until a brutal murder shatters their lives and Jonathan becomes the prime suspect. Six years later, Sir Gregory is now the music director of the world famous Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra and has finally reconciled with his son Jonathan, just as members of the orchestra are being killed off one by one. The challenge for brilliant young hotshot Philadelphia Detective Cynthia Masters is to solve not only the orchestra murders, but the question of why murder seems to follow the Langhornes. Has Masters finally met her match-a case that cannot be solved? Set in London and Philadelphia, this dramatic story of murder, infidelity, and the abuse of money and power establishes Cynthia Masters as a world-class detective in this thrilling and unusual mystery.
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!
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.
Redacted Sherlock Holmes - Volume 2
Redacted Sherlock Holmes - Volume 2
Pearson, Orlando
¥58.76
Volume II of the Redacted Sherlock Holmes presents more stories manifestly too scandalous to publish in the lifetime of the Great Baker Street detective. Here we meet Sherlock Holmes as he investigates:- why the publication of a British Government report of a recent war is being delayed;- the continued career of James Windibank, villain of A Case of Identity;- the mystery behind the commissioner of a musical masterpiece;- a notorious killing in 1930's Berlin; and- the complex relationship between Queen Victoria, her family and her domestic servants.Finally, The Adventure of the Fourth Messenger elucidates the contribution of Sherlock Holmes to the writing of the Bible. Mr Pearson mixes canonical stories, history and speculation to produce a sensationally entertaining brew which all lovers of serious sleuthing will find themselves unable to put down. In this volume:- The Alcock Report- The Camberwell Tyrant- An Anonymous Commission- The German Interpreter- The Prince and the Munshi- The Adventure of the Fourth messenger
Sherlock Holmes - His Latest Bow
Sherlock Holmes - His Latest Bow
Cohn, Arty
¥19.52
The memoir "e;Sherlock Holmes - His Latest Bow"e; written by Watson after VE day in May, 1945, but before the world learned of the Atomic Bomb in August. During the war, a Nazi plan is afoot with British collaborators that could alter the course of history. Holmes and Watson serve a critical role in uncovering the plot. With sophisticated listening devices and with the help of a surprising indispensable ally leading to the recruit of a "e;private friend,"e; Holmes again uses his gifts for observation and deduction to forestall the infiltration into Britain of a top Nazi leader.
90s Pop Music Quiz Book
90s Pop Music Quiz Book
Andrews, Paul
¥19.52
How well do you know your 90's Pop Music? This Quiz book will test even the most avid fan, with questions that span the 90's bands and songs! Test yourself and your friends with this 90's Pop Music Quiz Book.
101 Amazing Emma Watson Facts
101 Amazing Emma Watson Facts
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
From her days as Hermione in the Harry Potter series to her emergence as one of the finest actressess of her generation, Emma Watson has become a favourite across the world. This book tells you everything you need to know about Emma from her first tentative steps in school plays to behind-the-scenes information from her recent films and her career as a model. If you're an Emma Watson fan, this is the perfect book for you!
State of the Nations 2008
State of the Nations 2008
Trench, Alan
¥132.34
The State of the Nations 2008: Into the third term of devolution in the United Kingdom is the sixth publication of a major research programme into devolution in the United Kingdom, published on behalf of the Constitution Unit at University College London. The focus of this volume is on the devolved elections of May 2007, analyzing the outcome in terms of both the immediate aftermath and longer-term implications. In particular, it will consider influences on policy-making, finance, the UK Parliament and the resolution of intergovernmental disputes. This book replaces the previously-announced volume The State of the Nations 2007
Holly
Holly
Berry, Ian
¥19.52
Holly takes over the writing of Lisa, Jody, and her own adventures. Now they've discovered how to teleport themselves, the three girls spend rather less time flying, but as they can't teleport to somewhere they've never been, being able to fly is still an advantage. It's a good thing Jody learned how to fly a plane, the three girls combine to rescue one out of control with no pilot. Holly has to deploy her secret weapon when the girls are asked to protect a notable figure, the Prime Minister no less. All three of the Angels get a bit damp when the river floods, but not nearly as damp as their friend Louisa. It's not only Jody who has an imaginary world in her head, Holly seems to have one too - and then there's Lisa!This is Holly's bit of the story, from her point of view.Holly takes over the writing of Lisa, Jody, and her own adventures. Now they've discovered how to teleport themselves, the three girls spend rather less time flying, but as they can't teleport to somewhere they've never been, being able to fly is still an advantage. It's a good thing Jody learned how to fly a plane, the three girls combine to rescue one out of control with no pilot. Holly has to deploy her secret weapon when the girls are asked to protect a notable figure, the Prime Minister no less. All three of the Angels get a bit damp when the river floods, but not nearly as damp as their friend Louisa. It's not only Jody who has an imaginary world in her head, Holly seems to have one too - and then there's Lisa!This is Holly's bit of the story, from her point of view.
Harold, the Last of the Saxon Kings
Harold, the Last of the Saxon Kings
Bulwer-Lytton, Edward
¥19.52
A fascinating fictionalised story of the life of Harold Godwinson, the last Anglo-Saxon King of England, written by bestselling novelist and coiner of such phrases as "e;the pen is mightier than the sword"e; and "e;It was a dark and stormy night"e;, Edward Bulwer-Lytton.
Retribution - An Eye for an Eye
Retribution - An Eye for an Eye
Fletcher, M.W.
¥39.14
The seizing of a British yacht by the Libyans, is followed by the OSC going in to rescue the high profile passenger and the crew. The cost; one of Colonel Gadhafi's sons is killed. A London Bank is raided with the occupants taken hostages. One of the hostages a young woman from Russia is executed in cold blood in front of the television cameras. Three brothers attached to the SPETSNAZ in Moscow whilst watching the world news, recognise the young woman as their sister. Whilst practicing; covering the fourth stage of the Dakar rally across the Libyan section; The Prime Minister's son is taken prisoner by Gadhafi. The British Prime Minister is given a ten-day deadline to comply with a single demand, for the return of her son. In the following days, The Prime Minister comes under attack on her own front door, Downing Street. The Police officer in charge of the Bank heist is also attacked by gunmen. Four men; from two totally different countries want Retribution against the British Prime Minister. This could bring the country into a war with two countries, one of which is a nuclear super power. If ever Max Storm and the OSC were needed it was surely now. Britain's first and last line of offence.
101 Amazing Facts about Ships and Boats
101 Amazing Facts about Ships and Boats
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Do you know how many cannons a Tudor ship could carry? How many people go missing from cruise ships every year? What is a hawsehole? And why are submarines painted black? This fantastic quick-read eBook features 101 amazing facts about ships and boats, split into categories such as famous ships, seafaring terminology, naval ship classes and many more. So if you want to know what the fastest ship in the world is, or who made the deepest solo dive in a submarine, then this is the book for you. Find the information you want, fast!
101 Amazing Facts about Dinosaurs
101 Amazing Facts about Dinosaurs
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Did you know there is a species of dinosaur named after Hogwarts? Which were the largest and smallest dinosaurs? What is the difference between a brontosaurus and an apatosaurus? This excellent book answers all of these questions and more, with over one hundred facts about dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
Other Side of Heaven
Other Side of Heaven
Mason, Stan
¥44.05
An old man dies and his spirit goes to Heaven, but it turns out to be entirely different to anything he had ever imagined in his mortal life.He discovers that it is governed by very strict rules, many of which goes against the grain especially when he has to account for all the bad things he did when he was alive.. One of his tasks is to be sent back to Earth as an Accompanying Angel to report on a Seraph and later returns to unravel a situation that could affect the whole planet. He meets the Cosmic Joker who takes him to Hell with surprising results and, very clearly, spirit life is nothing like anything he had expected.
Getting Off Escalators - Volume 2
Getting Off Escalators - Volume 2
Tierney, Scott
¥29.33
Getting Off Escalators and surviving other embarrassing moments: Do you struggle to find the confidence to talk in public, without melting into a puddle of pathetic hopelessness? Are you having panic attacks when riding an escalator, or you don't feel manly enough to hold a pint with any authority of pride? Then you, sir, need this guide... or medical help... yes, medical help is probably a safer bet. But comics are funnier, so choose this. About the author: Scott Tierney is a nervous, awkward, confidence-lacking and stress-ridden writer, who produces self-help comics that provide very little guidance for those who read them. Luckily, these comics are extremely funny, so when the reader does loss their reason to live, they go out with a smile.
Rio
Rio
Berry, Ian
¥19.52
Rio is a schoolgirl, a schoolgirl who can hear what other people are thinking. This can lead her into all sorts of situations, such as doing jobs for the Air Force and preventing stuff being blown up by bombs. It can also lead her into a whole lot of trouble, when, together with her best friend Jennie, she gets kidnapped and very nearly killed. Luckily she has friends in high places, at least when they fly. The SuperTwins are needed several times to extract her from the problems she gets into. She gets to find out all kinds of secrets, one of which is just about the biggest secret of them all, a secret which leads her into the strangest adventure of all.
Silicon Valley - The Startup Quiz Book
Silicon Valley - The Startup Quiz Book
Dugdale, Mike
¥9.71
The Silicon Valley Quiz Book is a fun selection of original questions (and answers!), comprehensively covering all facets of the classic HBO series! As a fun game it will separate the Gavin Belson's from the Peter Gregory's and the End Frame's from the Pied Piper's and is a fantastic way to enjoy the show even more. Always blue, always blue, always blue...
Up from Slavery
Up from Slavery
Washington, Booker T.
¥19.52
The fascinating autobiography of late-19th/early-20th century African American educator, author, orator, and political leader Booker T. Washington.
Is That My Holmes?
Is That My Holmes?
Murray, Andrew
¥53.86
Who's your favourite Sherlock Holmes? Benedict Cumberbatch or Rob Downey Jr.? Jonny Lee Miller or Jeremy Brett? It's so hard to choose, so spare a thought for poor Dr Watson - faced with so many Sherlocks old and new, what will he do? Who's so the wrong height? Who's too black and white? Who's too pale of face? Who's in the wrong place? Who's the right Sherlock in Doc Watson's view? And is Watson's Sherlock the Sherlock for you?