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George Michael Quiz Book
George Michael Quiz Book
Kimber, Kim
¥24.43
Are you a George Michael fan? Have you followed every twist and turn in the veteran of pop's long and successful career from the early days of Wham! through to the present day? Do you know all there is to know about the iconic star's personal and professional life? Then what better way to put your knowledge to the test than with this exciting new quiz book?The100 thought provoking questions in The George Michael Quiz Book have been compiled to test your memory of the events that have shaped the career of one of the most enduring singer-songwriter's in the music business. The book covers George's early life, Wham!, memorable hits, awards, number one abums and many personal details as well as up to date information about George's life in recent months. Packed with fascinating facts, this book will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about one of the all-time bestselling artists in the music industry. This is a must-have book for all George Michael fans and anyone interested in finding out more about the man behind the music.
Sherlock Holmes and The Romanov Conspiracies
Sherlock Holmes and The Romanov Conspiracies
Growick, Phil
¥127.43
For the first time, a very special edition combining two of the most intricately intertwined Sherlock Holmes adventures.In The Secret Journal of Dr. Watson: it's the height of the Russian Revolution; Holmes and Watson are sent by the British PM, David Lloyd George, deep into the nascent Soviet Union to rescue the Imperial Romanovs before they're assassinated by the Bolsheviks. But with Lenin, the Cheka, MI-6 and "e;The Black Faction"e; at their throats, who can rescue Holmes and Watson? And if they succeed, what will ultimately happen to them all? Can we believe that Holmes meets his death? And with a stunning surprise ending, how many questions will be left unanswered?In The Revenge of Sherlock Holmes, those questions are answered. But how does Prohibition in America, the birth of organized crime there with murderers like Lucky Luciano and Bugsy Siegel, impact Watson, the Romanovs and the man who claims to be Holmes? And once again, all these tension-filled events keep racing towards another incredible surprise ending.
Frank Sinatra Quiz Book
Frank Sinatra Quiz Book
Ross, Graeme
¥29.33
Are you a fan of frank Sinatra? Have you seen every film he made? Do you know all there is to know about the man and his music? Then why not put your knowledge to the test with this tribute to the legendary entertainer?Frank Sinatra first appeared on the music scene in the 1940s and quickly went on to become one of the world's best loved stars, producing a string of popular hits and appearing in a number of unforgettable films. In a career that spanned six decades, the veteran crooner delighted and entertained audiences across the globe.The Frank Sinatra Quiz Book is full of facts about Ol' Blue Eyes from his early success through to international stardom, including many personal details, and the 200 questions are sure to set you on a trip down memory lane.This book is dedicated to the memory of a man who enjoyed 60 years in the spotlight and whose music and legacy still lives on today. If you like Frank Sinatra, you will love this book.
Right Road to Radical Freedom
Right Road to Radical Freedom
Machan, Tibor R.
¥63.67
This work focuses on the topic of freedom. The author starts with the old issue of free will - do we as individual human beings choose our conduct, at least partly independently, freely? He comes down on the side of libertarians who answer Yes, and scorns the compatibilism of philosophers like Daniel Dennett, who try to rescue some kind of freedom from a physically determined universe. From here he moves on to apply his belief in radical freedom to areas of life such as religion, politics, and morality, tackling subjects as diverse as taxation, private property, justice and the welfare state.
Football Fiction
Football Fiction
Crockett, Howard R.
¥19.52
An interactive fantasy football adventure game in which the reader acts as the star player. Based upon a role-playing concept, the reader is challenged to appear as a substitute midway in an international football match alongside a team consisting of fictional players. They must then seek to score the goals in order to 'win' the story, although depending upon their performance their team may also lose or draw, or they might be injured, substituted and even sent off. Football Fiction places an emphasis on team-work and self-determination, stimulates decision-making, and encourages football fans to enjoy reading. The book contains differing results dependant upon decisions made, and can be re-read time after time after time. Suitable for all football fans aged 8+, and no upper age limit!
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!
African Waterhole
African Waterhole
Wright, Cavin
¥29.33
A charming tale of the animals living around an African waterhole. The intrigues, anxieties and relationships between such diverse characters as Walter, the warthog, Larry the evil leopard, Percival, the African Grey parrot and Michael the meercat will both amuse young readers and widen their appreciation of the natural world.
Mary Barton
Mary Barton
Gaskell, Elizabeth
¥19.52
The first published novel of famed classic author Elizabeth Gaskell, author of the ever-popular Cranford.
Mary Magdalen
Mary Magdalen
Saltus, Edgar
¥19.52
A fascinating fictionalisation of the life of the biblical figure Mary Magdalene, written by American writer Edgar Saltus.
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Conan Doyle, Arthur
¥19.52
This book contains 11 adventures of the world's greatest detective.Conan Doyle first published his fictional character of Holmes in 1887 followed by a series of short stories in the Strand Magazine in 1891. The public could not get enough of Holmes and his popularity still continues.
Middlemarch
Middlemarch
Eliot, George
¥19.52
Middlemarch is a 'realism' novel set in the fictional town of Middlemarch in the English Midlands. Written by George Eliot (the pen name of Mary Anne Evans) in the late 1860s/early 1870s, the novel tackles many of the political issues of the day, such as the Great Reform Bill and the death of King George IV.
I'm Alan Partridge Quiz & Trivia Book
I'm Alan Partridge Quiz & Trivia Book
McCaighey, Mark
¥29.33
Aha! It's 'The I'm Alan Partridge Quiz & Trivia Book' 100 questions featuring Norwich's very own broadcasting legend and embarrassing son. Test your knowledge on all twelve episodes of 'I'm Alan Partridge' from his pro-longed stay at the Linton Travel Tavern to his static caravan days with Sonja, his Ukrainian girlfriend. This excellent book also has a 'Fact of the Day' accompanying each episode and in 'Partridge's Particles' some of the key moments in the life of the nation's favourite broadcaster are highlighted. Needless to say, 'The I'm Alan Partridge Quiz & Trivia Book' will entertain and inform (just like Alan himself) and is an absolute must-have for Partridge fans of all ages.
Mrs Mary Eales's Recipes
Mrs Mary Eales's Recipes
Eales, Mrs Mary
¥19.52
120 fantastic recipes for all sorts of confectionary, from dried fruits to candies to preserves and jellies to biscuits and cakes, taken from the cookbook of Mrs Mary Eales, confectioner to Queen Anne. It even contains the very first instance of a recipe for ice cream to be included in an English cookbook.
London Underground The Quiz Book
London Underground The Quiz Book
Dugdale, Mike
¥19.52
For the last 150 years, every Londoner, tourist, and visitor uses the tube to explore and enjoy London. But behind the facade of ox-blood brick buildings and colourful diagrams lies a wealth of history and interesting facts. This book tests your knowledge in this area with 250 questions (and answers) about this incredible network.
101 Amazing Facts About Ed Sheeran
101 Amazing Facts About Ed Sheeran
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Are you the world's biggest Ed Sheeran fan? Or do you want to know everything there is to know about one of the most talented singer-songwriters of a generation?If so, then this is the book for you! Contained within are 101 amazing facts about everything, from how Ed got started in the music industry to his many tattoos, collaborations with other artists and much more. The book is easily organised into sections so you can find the information you want fast and is perfect for all ages!
101 Amazing Facts About Everything - Volume 1
101 Amazing Facts About Everything - Volume 1
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Did you know that President Theodore Roosevelt had a guinea pig called Fighting Bob Evans along with many other hilariously named pets? Were you aware that a certain Brazilian Emperor didn't oppose a military coup because he no longer enjoyed his job? Brought to you by renowned trivia historians Jack Goldstein and Jimmy Russell, this eBook is full of facts that will make you laugh, gasp in amazement and possibly blow your mind. Find out what percentage of the world's wood is used just by IKEA, the unusual job Sylvester Stallone once had, who wrote the world's first knock-knock joke and much, much more.
Union J - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Union J - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Are you the world's biggest Jcat? Can you prove it? This excellent quiz book has 100 questions about the world's greatest boy band. What is George's favourite film? How tall is JJ? What's Josh's favourite TV show? Who is Jaymi's biggest inspiration? If you knew the answer to those, wait until you get to the hard ones... and if you didn't, this book has all the answers for you. Show your friends you know everything there is to know about Union J!
101 Princess Diana Facts
101 Princess Diana Facts
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Diana, Princess of Wales is one of the most recognisable figures in history. However how much do you really know about the woman who stole a nation's heart? This quick-read eBook gives you all the information you need in easy to digest sections which cover her life from a young child through her ill-fated marriage and subsequent divorce, her relationships, charity work plus much more. Find out everything there is to know about the people's princess whose life was tragically cut short.
Black Angel
Black Angel
Jones, Conrad
¥19.52
When Conrad Jones helps the police identify an occultist symbol carved into the chest of a murder victim, he attracts the attention of a Satanic cult who believe themselves to be human vampires. He writes a book about them exposing how far reaching their influence is and they desperately want to silence him. Hunted by the cult and by the law, he has no choice but to become the hunter.... A gritty, violent thriller based on recent true events.
Myths that Every Child Should Know
Myths that Every Child Should Know
Hamilton Wright Mabie, Hamilton Wright
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of 16 classic legends from ancient mythology, compiled by American essayist, editor, critic, and lecturer Hamilton Wright Mabie.