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Union J Quiz Book
Union J Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Union J? If so, you will probably be able to name the band members but how much else do you know about the four boys? Whether you are fully familiar with the lads from Union J, or would like to find out more about them, this quiz book is for you. With what record company did Union J sign after their time on The X Factor in 2012? Where did Union J first perform their single 'Carry You'? During what month in 2013 did Union J take over the Daybreak sofa at 7.50 am each morning for a week? The answers to these questions and more can all be found inside this new book. Packed with fun facts about all aspects of Union J, including many personal details, The Union J Quiz Book documents the boys' journey from four unknown artists into successful X Factor boy band and beyond. With 100 questions about your favourite group, this is a book Union J fans of all ages just won't want to be without.
Ashes Quiz Book
Ashes Quiz Book
Larkin, Hugh
¥29.33
Are you a cricket fan? Do you eagerly await the biennial Test cricket series between England and Australia? Are you an expert on all the facts and figures relating to the Ashes? If so, you are certain to want to have a go at answering the 250 challenging questions in The Ashes Quiz Book. In 1993, which England captain resigned after four Tests, when Australia retained the Ashes? Which Australian legend produced the first hat-trick in England-Australia Tests in January 1879? What was the name of the England batsman who scored 207 at Birmingham in 1997? Find out the answers inside this fun new quiz book. With sections on the captains, batting and bowling highs, wicketkeepers, spinners, centuries, fielding records, debut performances, pacemen, runmakers and much more, there is no better way to find out about the history of the Ashes. This is a book that cricket fans of all ages will enjoy, whether you have recently discovered the sport's most famous tournament or have been following the Ashes for years.
Horse Racing Quiz Book
Horse Racing Quiz Book
Larkin, Hugh
¥24.43
Are you a fan of horse racing? Do follow all the big races and enjoy the occasional bet? Can you name the great jockeys through the years and the events they have won? If you answered yes to any of the above, or would like to find out more about professional horse racing, you won't want to be without the new Horse Racing Quiz Book. Which two fences are only jumped once in the Grand National? Part of which UK racecourse is within a famous area known as the Knavesmire? What are the Christian names of the Hills twins, both Classic winning jockeys? The answers to these and many similar questions can all be found in this book.The 250 questions, some easy, some more challenging, will quickly uncover how much you know about the fast-paced world of horse racing. Covering all the big races, famous jockeys, racecourses, horses, owners and trainers as well as the history of horse racing, this is a must-have for anyone interested in this action-packed sport.
Unusual Places
Unusual Places
Tondeur, Louise
¥70.53
Grandma's stories, ';would always start in the place where we were,' and so it is with Unusual Places. Human remains are concealed in the Greenwich Tunnel in a world where London is a prison; a market is the setting for sexual and sensual awakenings; a professional picnicker finds love. Louise Tondeur's stories skip along, rich with detail and musical prose, only to trip us up with turns and surprises: the unusual lurks in the most ordinary of places.
Alphabetical General Knowledge Quiz Book 2
Alphabetical General Knowledge Quiz Book 2
Smith, Ted
¥39.14
Are you knowledgeable about a wide range of subjects? Do you enjoy learning new facts? Or are you swatting up for an upcoming quiz night? Whatever your reason for buying this quiz book you are certain to enjoy these questions with a common link - all of the answers begin with the same letter, arranged in sections from A-Z. Following on from the The Alphabetical General Knowledge Quiz Book, this book contains another 1,000 questions about general knowledge. Some are easy, some more challenging but as you are provided with the first letter of each answer, you will soon know if you are on the right track. Both educational and fun, this book is a good way for the whole family to broaden their general knowledge. Select a letter at random or work your way through the questions from A-Z to find out how much you know about the world we live in. Ideal for sharing, this book will provide hours or pleasure and appeal to people of all ages.
Andy Murray Quiz Book
Andy Murray Quiz Book
Larkin, Hugh
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Andy Murray? Have you watched him rise through the tennis ranks to become Olympic and Wimbledon Champion? Would you like to find out more about the British Number 1? If so, why not have a go at the 100 questions in The Andy Murray Quiz Book?In what year did Andy Murray compete for the first time in the main draw at Wimbledon? Which Scottish football team does he support? How many Grand Slam finals did Andy Murray lose before he won his first major tournament? Find out in this new quiz book all about the unassuming Scotsman.With sections about Andy Murray's early life, his coaches and personal details as well as the Olympics and all the major tennis tournaments, this book is packed with full of information. This is a must-have for all the many fans who have followed Andy Murray's career to date and for anyone interested in finding out more about one of the most-talked about tennis players in recent sporting history.
Little Book of Good Energy
Little Book of Good Energy
Barratt, Robin
¥29.33
Do you believe in the power of doing good? Are you convinced that if you do good deeds, good things will happen to you in turn? Would you like to live by this rule and learn to create positive energy wherever you go? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you won't want to be without The Little Book of Good Energy. Find out about the different kinds of energy, including lust, love, disrepair and empathic energy. Learn new ways to generate and maintain good energy, about how the Universe balances itself and why this can help you remain positive at all times. Discover a more harmonious way of living and co-existing with others in this essential self-help guide. This book will appeal to anyone who believes in the power of positive thought and doing good. Be sure to keep it with you at all times to ensure that you always maintain patterns of good energy, not only for yourself but to pass on to others.
HRH Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge Quiz Book
HRH Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Were you one of the thousands of well-wishers who lined the streets to witness the marriage of Prince William to Catherine Middleton? Have you followed the Royal love story from the couple's early days at St Andrews University through to the current day? Are you, like countless others, delighted at the arrival of the baby prince, George Alexander Louis? If so, you are sure to like this fun quiz book all about the new Prince and his family. The family that Prince George has been born into is steeped in history and tradition. The questions in this quiz book have been carefully compiled to test your knowledge of the Royal baby and his heritage. The time has come to find out how much you know about the new baby and his future role within the family firm. Packed with information, this book is a fitting tribute to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's new son and is a must have for anyone with an interest in the Royal family.
Mo Farah Quiz Book
Mo Farah Quiz Book
Larkin, Hugh
¥24.43
If you are a fan of athletics, you are certain to be familiar with the name Mo Farah and his fantastic achievements at the London 2012 Olympic Games but how much do you really know about the charismatic British runner? Do you know what other athletics titles Mo currently holds? What honour did he receive in New Year 2013? When did he adopt his famous 'Mobot' celebration pose? For your chance to find out all about the double Olympic champion order a copy of The Mo Farah Quiz Book. The 100 questions cover Mo's early life, his early successes, recent victories, personal details, and all the facts and figures leading up to his outstanding performance at the London Olympics. This is a must-have book for all the many fans who have followed Mo Farah's career to date and anyone interested in finding out more about the man who helped to put British track and field events on the world athletics map.
101 Things You May Not Have Known About Liverpool
101 Things You May Not Have Known About Liverpool
White, Marc
¥24.43
Brief Description: Liverpool FC is one of England's most popular football teams with an army of loyal supporters and a long and successful history but how much information have you picked up about the club through the years? If you are a fan of the Reds or would like to find out more about them 101 Things You Might Not Know About Liverpool will tell you everything you ever wanted to know.How many players have scored over 100 goals for Liverpool? What five companies have been the club's kit sponsors? How many Liverpool players have captained England? The answers can all be found in this book together with lots more fascinating facts about Liverpool FC.This gem of a book will tell you about club records and history, famous players and managers, memorable wins, draws and losses and all those golden moments from Liverpool's glorious past. This is a must-have book for Liverpool fans of all ages and anyone with an interest in English Premier League football.
Miaow There!
Miaow There!
Collins, Sheila
¥39.14
Following on from the success of her previous book, All at Sea with Truffles, Sheila Collins continues on the theme of cruising, with the story being picked up by her mischievous grey and white cat, Misty. In this fictional account, Misty takes us on a journey on board ship, as we experience life at sea through the eyes of a cat. Being an independent kind of animal, Misty naturally seeks out different adventures to her predecessor, Truffles, with hilarious consequences. With a foreword by former MP and cat lover Ann Widdecombe, Miaow There! It's Misty at Sea provides the reader with a humorous insight into the mind of a cat. From the many different sights, sounds and smells to the strange and wonderful people she encounters, Misty will give you a tantalising taste of life on board a cruise ship as she travels with her best friend and owner, Sheila. This charming tale will appeal to anyone who has ever been on a cruise, or has thought about going on one, and to all cat lovers everywhere.
101 Facts you didn't know about Chas and Dave
101 Facts you didn't know about Chas and Dave
Hodges, Chas
¥29.33
Are you a Chas & Dave fan? Do you know all the words to their memorable hit songs and enjoy singing along? Have you been to see the 'rockney' duo perform live or, like thousands of others, watched them on TV? If you like Chas & Dave, this book is your chance to get to know them better. Dip inside 101 Things You Didn't Know About Chas & Dave to discover some little known facts and trivia associated with the creators of such boogie-woogie, sing-along classics as 'Rabbit', 'Gertcha' and 'There Aint' No Pleasin' You'. Full of fascinating facts, and compiled by one half of the duo, Chas Hodges, this book includes many personal details and information about Chas & Dave's projects, past and present. This book will appeal to everyone who enjoys the music-hall humour and folk-style entertainment associated with Chas & Dave and is a must-have read for all those people who would like to learn more about the musical duo.
Essential Pub Quiz Book
Essential Pub Quiz Book
Blamires, Hannah
¥39.14
Do you enjoy pub quizzes? Are you a member of a pub quiz team? Or maybe you would simply like to increase your general knowledge? Whatever your reason for choosing this book, you are certain to enjoy tackling the 500 questions contained inside. What art movement did the American artist Andy Warhol spearhead? What is a collection of giraffes called? Which country other than Norway and Denmark did the Vikings originally hail from? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in The Essential Pub Quiz Book. With sections on a range of topics including sport, art history, geography, countries, cinema, celebrities, food and drink, TV, careers, politics, literature, culture, science, animals, music, cars, social media and gaming, crime and punishment, news headlines, symbolism and religion, fashion, beauty, law and flashbacks to the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s,1990 and 2000s, there really is something for everyone. Whether you are genning up for a quiz night or enjoy learning more about the world around you, this book is guaranteed to teach you something new.
Playing Sherlock Holmes
Playing Sherlock Holmes
Pointer, Michael
¥19.52
Playing Sherlock Holmes contains three verbatim interviews - with John Wood, Robert Stephens and Christopher Lee - about their very different experiences of appearing as Holmes on stage and screen. The interviews were conducted in 1974. At the time, John Wood was appearing on stage in an acclaimed revival of William Gillette's play Sherlock Holmes, a Royal Shakespeare Company production; Robert Stephens had recently completed The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes for film director Billy Wilder; and Christopher Lee - who had a role as Mycroft Holmes in that film - had earlier played the lead role in Sherlock Holmes and the Deadly Necklace. The interviews have been transcribed from tapes held in the Arthur Conan Doyle Collection - Richard Lancelyn Green Bequest at Portsmouth Museum.
Ultimate Elvis Quiz and Fact Book
Ultimate Elvis Quiz and Fact Book
Stevenson, Scott
¥39.14
Do you enjoy the timeless music of Elvis Presley? Were you one of the millions of fans around the world who mourned the iconic singer's untimely death? Do you think you know all about the man dubbed 'The King of Rock and Roll'? Then what better way to pay tribute to your all-time favourite artist than with The Ultimate Elvis Quiz and Fact Book? Elvis Presley is one the most well-known and best-loved singers of the last century, receiving worldwide acclaim and leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable, bestselling hits that continue to be played to this day. This book covers Elvis' early years as a young performer, his rise to fame, musical influences, family and personal life, acting career and eventual transformation into a global megastar. It also details his troubled later life and the events leading up to his premature death, at the age of 42. With 300 questions and 200 fascinating facts about the people and places that shaped the life of one of the most enduring and groundbreaking entertainers in the history of popular music, this is a book that Elvis fans of all ages will want to own.
Scottish Football Grounds Quiz Book
Scottish Football Grounds Quiz Book
Freestone, Nigel
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Scottish football? Do you attend a lot of matches? If so, you will no doubt have visited one or two of Scotland's best-loved football grounds but how much do you know about these historic venues and the events that have taken place there through the years? Find out by tackling the 101 questions in this new quiz book. Which Scottish football stadium has the largest capacity? In August 1999, which football stadium was used for the fictitious Scottish Cup semi-final in the Robert Duvall film, A Shot at Glory? How many Scotland international matches have been staged at Pittodrie? The answers to these brain-teasers and more can all be found in The Scottish Football Grounds Quiz Book. With 101 questions on all areas of Scottish football grounds including capacity, location, disasters, attendances and club records as well as all the memorable matches that have taken place at these venues in the past, you are certain to learn something new. This is a must-have book for anyone with an interest in Scottish football.
Crossroads Quiz Book
Crossroads Quiz Book
Freestone , Nigel
¥29.33
Was the long-running British sitcom Crossroads, compulsive viewing in your house? Can you recall the cast of memorable characters such a Meg Richardson, Sandy and Benny? Was this hugely popular British soap opera one of your family's all-time favourite TV shows? If so, you are certain to enjoy The Crossroads Quiz Book.In what year was Crossroads aired for the first time? Approximately how many months in advance were Crossroads storylines planned? Which character spoke the opening line in the first-ever episode of Crossroads? The answers to these brain-teasers and more can all be found in this new book.Take a nostalgic journey back to the 1960s and '70s and tackle the 350 questions covering every aspect of this unforgettable soap, from its origins, cast and characters to storylines, quotes and trivia. This is a must-have book for anyone who remembers with affection the low-budget production and under-rehearsed acting that ensured Crossroads had a permanent place in the nation's heart. A must-have for soap fans of all ages.
Ultimate British Roads and Motorways Quiz Book
Ultimate British Roads and Motorways Quiz Book
Freestone, Nigel
¥29.33
How good are you at getting about the UK using the road and motorway network? The Ultimate British Roads and Motorways Quiz Book has been compiled to test your knowledge of all aspects of the British roads and motorways. What was the first main road in Britain? What is the only town in the UK to have its own numbering system, H and V roads? In what year was the 70mph speed limit introduced on an experimental basis? The M6 motorway is carried across the Manchester Ship Canal and the River Mersey by which viaduct? Which London landmark forms a major road junction connecting Oxford Street to the east, Park Lane (A4202) to the south, Bayswater Road (A402) to the west, and Edgware Road (A5) to the north-west? The answers can all be found inside this handy new book. With 200 challenging British road and motorway-related questions from the longest, the shortest, the highest and the lowest through to routes and destinations, you are certain to learn something new. This is a must-have book for anyone who drives.
As a Leader Thinks...
As a Leader Thinks...
Kadalie, David
¥78.38
As a Leader Thinks gives leaders the benefit of quick reading with lasting impact, one leadership thought at a time. Laid out in a simple format, readers will be able to reflect and apply the leadership principles, warnings and challenges daily to transform their leadership capacity.
Man For All Seasons
Man For All Seasons
Owen, Brian
¥48.95
In these days of highly-paid football celebrities, Brian Owen isn't a household name, yet over the course of the last six decades he has become the only man to have held four different positions; player, coach, scout and physiotherapist in all four divisions of the English Football League. This fascinating autobiography documents the fifty-five year career of a man whose face is well known at several professional clubs, and details Owen's journey from promising young player to backroom legend. Owen's infectious wit and wisdom means he has an unmatched store of anecdotes. He has seen it all, from the gritty surroundings of the lower divisions to the glamour of travelling with the senior England squad. After recording a lifetime of memories, Owen teams up with sportswriter Rob Hadgraft to tell his story in A Man for All Seasons. Containing fitting forewords by David Pleat and Phil Parkinson, this book pays tribute to one of the most popular, funniest and down-to-earth professionals ever to be involved with the beautiful game and is a must-read for football fans everywhere.
Blondie Quiz Book
Blondie Quiz Book
Snelgrove, Kevin
¥24.43
Blondie is a pioneering new wave rock band, popular during the 1970s and '80s, with a career spanning several decades, and an army of loyal fans. Fronted by original member, Debbie Harry, the band is still going strong today, but how much can you remember about Blondie over the years?Which American city did Blondie originate from? What was the band's first single to chart in the UK? In how many countries did Blondie's single, 'Heart of Glass', go to number 1? The answers to these questions and more can all be found inside The Blondie Quiz Book.Designed to test your memory of Blondie's remarkable story from little-known, underground band to chart-topping success and international acclaim, the 100 questions in this book cover the band's formation, different line-ups, greatest hits, lyrics, awards, solo careers and the reforming of Blondie, right up to the present date. This book is one that you won't want to be without and is a nostalgic and fun read for Blondie fans, old and new.