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Hardback. Condizione: Good. Volume II of the Oxford History of the British Empire examines the history of British worldwide expansion from the Glorious Revolution of 1689 to the end of the Napoleonic Wars, a crucial phase in the creation of the modern British Empire. This is the age of General Wolfe, Clive of India, and Captain Cook. The international team of experts deploy the latest scholarly research to trace and analyse development and expansion over more than a century. They show how trade, warfare, and migration created an Empire, at first overwhelmingly in the Americas but later increasingly in Asia. Although the Empire was ruptured by the American Revolution, it survived and grew into the British Empire that was to dominate the world during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. series blurb The Oxford History of the British Empire is a major new assessment of the Empire in the light of recent scholarship and the progressive opening of historical records. It deals with the interaction of British and non-western societies from the Elizabethan era to the late twentieth century, aiming to provide a balanced treatment of the ruled as well as the rulers, and to take into account the significance of the Empire for the peoples of the British Isles. It explores economic and social trends as well as political.…

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Spurlin, Rev. Andrew J. (illustratore).

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Spurlin, Rev. Andrew J. (illustratore).

paperback. Condizione: Good. Spurlin, Rev. Andrew J. (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Spurlin, Rev. Andrew J. (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Spurlin, Rev. Andrew J. (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. An exciting new update of the classic Sherlock Holmes detective stories in which Sherlock is a 10-year-old kid living in Singapore and Watson is his trusty robot companion! Introducing the SHERLOCK SAM series by A.J. Low--a fresh, cross-cultural twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories, tailored for middle-grade readers. Set in iconic Singapore locations, the series follows the mystery-solving exploits of smart, observant, food-loving 10-year-old Samuel Tan Cher Lock (a.k.a. Sherlock Sam), Watson, his reluctant robot sidekick, and the rest of the Supper Club (a "Scooby Doo gang," of sorts) as they prove that mysteries are best solved through teamwork. In Sherlock Sam and the Sinister Letters in Bras Basah, our kid detective and his robot are all ready to begin studying at a new international school in Singapore. But when another student begins receiving sinister letters from an anonymous source, Sherlock Sam must use his super powers of deduction to help his new friend. Praise: "A promising adventure series with Super Sleuth Sherlock Sam! His insatiable appetite to sample Singapore''s popular foods and never-give-up attitude to solving mysteries will keep readers glued till the last page." --Adeline Foo, author of the bestselling series The Diary of Amos Lee "A thrilling kid''s detective romp in the grand tradition of Famous Five, with a lovable robot and delicious Peranakan food!" --Otto Fong, author of Sir Fong''s Adventures In Science "Sherlock Sam and Watson are set to become one of Singapore''s favourite detective duos! Sam''s preoccupation with food struck a familiar chord with the Singaporean in me and Watson''s deadpan one-liners had me laughing out loud. What afun-filled, food-filled adventure story! This is a delicious read that will certainly warm your heart like a good serving of ayam buah keluak!" --Emily Lim, award-winning author of Tibby, the Tiger Bunny and Prince Bear & Pauper Bear "Watson is a delightful creation. He follows a rich line of great robot companions from Star War''s R2D2 to Star Trek''s Data; no detective should leave home without one!" --Sonny Liew, Eisner-nominated author of Malinky Robot "A genius kid detective would be good. A genius kid detective with a wise-acre robot sidekick is even better. Add a wicked sense of humor and you''ve one of the sharpest, funniest books you''ll read all year." --Hal Johnson, author of Immortal Lycanthropes "This book will definitely draw you in with its twists and turns that will leave you guessing with each turn of the page who the culprits are. There are also many funny lines from Watson that will cause you to burst out in laughter." --Seow Kai Lun, ?Singapore''s Child "A clever, entertaining and funny children''s novel.a promising start to a new book series [with] bold and whimsical illustrations by drewscape" --Tina Gan, Red Dot Diva "This debut local novel is rich (in local references) and satisfying (as a mystery story)." --Stephani Yeo, Young Parents "BOTH boys were clamouring to read the book first, so I was left with no choice but to read the book TOGETHER with the both of them.I found it to be utterly captivating enough to make me want to complete the book in one sitting.the localized dialogue is hilariously tongue-in-cheek and the book''s subtle appeal to a child''s instinct for the mysterious proved to be just what kept both Ash and Ayd deeply intrigued." --Kelvin Ang, Cheekiemonkies "A.J. Low have created an intriguing tale which would keep young readers eager to find out what happens next, while subtly documenting old-school landmarks such as Chin Mee Chin Confectionery and Katong Antique House. Looks set to be a betseller." --Clara Chow, My Paper "I like this book because it leaves you with questions in your mind which make you want to keep reading." --Greta Roberts, 9, in Expat Living Singapore. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).…

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Meet Sherlock Sam, Singapore's greatest kid detective. With his trusty robot Watson, Sherlock Sam will stop at nothing to solve the case, no matter how big or small! Introducing the Sherlock Sam series by A.J. Low--a fresh, cross-cultural twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories, tailored for middle-grade readers. Set in iconic Singapore locations, the series follows the mystery-solving exploits of smart, observant, food-loving 10-year-old Samuel Tan Cher Lock (a.k.a. Sherlock Sam), Watson, his reluctant robot sidekick, and the rest of the Supper Club (a "Scooby Doo gang," of sorts) as they prove that mysteries are best solved through teamwork. When ghostly sounds fill the air at one of Singapore's most-loved historical attractions, Sherlock Sam finds himself in the middle of an intriguing mystery. Ghosts don't exist. or do they? Will this puzzle prove too difficult for Sherlock Sam and Watson to solve? "Hooray for Sherlock Sam! Simply awesome! This book is super fun, with adorable art and charming characters." --Evonne Tsang, author of Twisted Journeys #12: Kung Fu Masters, Twisted Journeys #22: Hero City, and My Boyfriend Is a Monster #1: I Love Him to Pieces "An intriguing tale which will keep young readers eager to find out what happens next." --Clara Chow, My Paper "A promising adventure series with Super Sleuth Sherlock Sam! His insatiable appetite to sample Singapore's popular foods and never-give-up attitude to solving mysteries will keep readers glued till the last page." --Adeline Foo, author of the bestselling series The Diary of Amos Lee "A thrilling kid's detective romp in the grand tradition of Famous Five, with a lovable robot and delicious Peranakan food!" --Otto Fong, author of Sir Fong's Adventures In Science "Sherlock Sam and Watson are set to become one of Singapore's favourite detective duos! Sam's preoccupation with food struck a familiar chord with the Singaporean in me and Watson's deadpan one-liners had me laughing out loud. What afun-filled, food-filled adventure story! This is a delicious read that will certainly warm your heart like a good serving of ayam buah keluak!" --Emily Lim, award-winning author of Tibby, the Tiger Bunny and Prince Bear & Pauper Bear "Watson is a delightful creation. He follows a rich line of great robot companions from Star War's R2D2 to Star Trek's Data; no detective should leave home without one!" --Sonny Liew, Eisner-nominated author of Malinky Robot "A genius kid detective would be good. A genius kid detective with a wise-acre robot sidekick is even better. Add a wicked sense of humor and you've one of the sharpest, funniest books you'll read all year." --Hal Johnson, author of Immortal Lycanthropes "Funny and witty.The display of local knowledge is a clear show of research work done by the writers [and] the illustrations by drewscape add extra charm to the book." --Melissa Mak, Weekend Notes "I kept reading because I wanted to know who was responsible for the moans and I liked the ending! But never read this book at night alone." --Greta Roberts, 9, in Expat Living Singapore "[Sherlock Sam] might just prove himself to be the greatest kid detective that ever was." --Lester J Wan, The Weekender Singapore. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. An exciting new update of the classic Sherlock Holmes detective stories in which Sherlock is a 10-year-old kid living in Singapore and Watson is his trusty robot companion! Introducing the Sherlock Sam series by A.J. Low--a fresh, cross-cultural twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories, tailored for middle-grade readers. Set in iconic Singapore locations, the series follows the mystery-solving exploits of smart, observant, food-loving 10-year-old Samuel Tan Cher Lock (a.k.a. Sherlock Sam), Watson, his reluctant robot sidekick, and the rest of the Supper Club (a "Scooby Doo gang," of sorts) as they prove that mysteries are best solved through teamwork. In Sherlock Sam and the Missing Heirloom in Katong, Auntie Kim Lian''s precious Peranakan cookbook disappears, and Sherlock Sam cannot eat her delicious ayam buah keluak anymore! Will Sherlock Sam be able to use his super detective powers to find this lost treasure? Praise: "A promising adventure series with Super Sleuth Sherlock Sam! His insatiable appetite to sample Singapore''s popular foods and never-give-up attitude to solving mysteries will keep readers glued till the last page." --Adeline Foo, author of the bestselling series The Diary of Amos Lee "A thrilling kid''s detective romp in the grand tradition of Famous Five, with a lovable robot and delicious Peranakan food!" --Otto Fong, author of Sir Fong''s Adventures In Science "Sherlock Sam and Watson are set to become one of Singapore''s favourite detective duos! Sam''s preoccupation with food struck a familiar chord with the Singaporean in me and Watson''s deadpan one-liners had me laughing out loud. What afun-filled, food-filled adventure story! This is a delicious read that will certainly warm your heart like a good serving of ayam buah keluak!" --Emily Lim, award-winning author of Tibby, the Tiger Bunny and Prince Bear & Pauper Bear "Watson is a delightful creation. He follows a rich line of great robot companions from Star War''s R2D2 to Star Trek''s Data; no detective should leave home without one!" --Sonny Liew, Eisner-nominated author of Malinky Robot "A genius kid detective would be good. A genius kid detective with a wise-acre robot sidekick is even better. Add a wicked sense of humor and you''ve one of the sharpest, funniest books you''ll read all year." --Hal Johnson, author of Immortal Lycanthropes "This book will definitely draw you in with its twists and turns that will leave you guessing with each turn of the page who the culprits are. There are also many funny lines from Watson that will cause you to burst out in laughter." --Seow Kai Lun, ?Singapore''s Child "A clever, entertaining and funny children''s novel.a promising start to a new book series [with] bold and whimsical illustrations by drewscape" --Tina Gan, Red Dot Diva "This debut local novel is rich (in local references) and satisfying (as a mystery story)." --Stephani Yeo, Young Parents "BOTH boys were clamouring to read the book first, so I was left with no choice but to read the book TOGETHER with the both of them.I found it to be utterly captivating enough to make me want to complete the book in one sitting.the localized dialogue is hilariously tongue-in-cheek and the book''s subtle appeal to a child''s instinct for the mysterious proved to be just what kept both Ash and Ayd deeply intrigued." --Kelvin Ang, Cheekiemonkies "A.J. Low have created an intriguing tale which would keep young readers eager to find out what happens next, while subtly documenting old-school landmarks such as Chin Mee Chin Confectionery and Katong Antique House. Looks set to be a betseller." --Clara Chow, My Paper "I like this book because it leaves you with questions in your mind which make you want to keep reading." --Greta Roberts, 9, in Expat Living Singapore. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).…

Condizione: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Low, Joseph (illustratore). …

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Low, Joseph (illustratore).

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Tan, Andrew (illustratore). …

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Low, Joseph (illustratore). …

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Volume II of the Oxford History of the British Empire examines the history of British worldwide expansion from the Glorious Revolution of 1689 to the end of the Napoleonic Wars, a crucial phase in the creation of the modern British Empire. This is the age of General Wolfe, Clive of India, and Captain Cook. The international team of experts deploy the latest scholarly research to trace and analyse development and expansion over more than a century. They show how trade, warfare, and migration created an Empire, at first overwhelmingly in the Americas but later increasingly in Asia. Although the Empire was ruptured by the American Revolution, it survived and grew into the British Empire that was to dominate the world during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. series blurb The Oxford History of the British Empire is a major new assessment of the Empire in the light of recent scholarship and the progressive opening of historical records. It deals with the interaction of British and non-western societies from the Elizabethan era to the late twentieth century, aiming to provide a balanced treatment of the ruled as well as the rulers, and to take into account the significance of the Empire for the peoples of the British Isles. It explores economic and social trends as well as political.…

Condizione: good. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. Spurlin, Rev. Andrew J. (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. An exciting new update of the classic Sherlock Holmes detective stories in which Sherlock is a 10-year-old kid living in Singapore and Watson is his trusty robot companion! Introducing the SHERLOCK SAM series by A.J. Low--a fresh, cross-cultural twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories, tailored for middle-grade readers. Set in iconic Singapore locations, the series follows the mystery-solving exploits of smart, observant, food-loving 10-year-old Samuel Tan Cher Lock (a.k.a. Sherlock Sam), Watson, his reluctant robot sidekick, and the rest of the Supper Club (a "Scooby Doo gang," of sorts) as they prove that mysteries are best solved through teamwork. In Sherlock Sam and the Sinister Letters in Bras Basah, our kid detective and his robot are all ready to begin studying at a new international school in Singapore. But when another student begins receiving sinister letters from an anonymous source, Sherlock Sam must use his super powers of deduction to help his new friend. Praise: "A promising adventure series with Super Sleuth Sherlock Sam! His insatiable appetite to sample Singapore''s popular foods and never-give-up attitude to solving mysteries will keep readers glued till the last page." --Adeline Foo, author of the bestselling series The Diary of Amos Lee "A thrilling kid''s detective romp in the grand tradition of Famous Five, with a lovable robot and delicious Peranakan food!" --Otto Fong, author of Sir Fong''s Adventures In Science "Sherlock Sam and Watson are set to become one of Singapore''s favourite detective duos! Sam''s preoccupation with food struck a familiar chord with the Singaporean in me and Watson''s deadpan one-liners had me laughing out loud. What afun-filled, food-filled adventure story! This is a delicious read that will certainly warm your heart like a good serving of ayam buah keluak!" --Emily Lim, award-winning author of Tibby, the Tiger Bunny and Prince Bear & Pauper Bear "Watson is a delightful creation. He follows a rich line of great robot companions from Star War''s R2D2 to Star Trek''s Data; no detective should leave home without one!" --Sonny Liew, Eisner-nominated author of Malinky Robot "A genius kid detective would be good. A genius kid detective with a wise-acre robot sidekick is even better. Add a wicked sense of humor and you''ve one of the sharpest, funniest books you''ll read all year." --Hal Johnson, author of Immortal Lycanthropes "This book will definitely draw you in with its twists and turns that will leave you guessing with each turn of the page who the culprits are. There are also many funny lines from Watson that will cause you to burst out in laughter." --Seow Kai Lun, ?Singapore''s Child "A clever, entertaining and funny children''s novel.a promising start to a new book series [with] bold and whimsical illustrations by drewscape" --Tina Gan, Red Dot Diva "This debut local novel is rich (in local references) and satisfying (as a mystery story)." --Stephani Yeo, Young Parents "BOTH boys were clamouring to read the book first, so I was left with no choice but to read the book TOGETHER with the both of them.I found it to be utterly captivating enough to make me want to complete the book in one sitting.the localized dialogue is hilariously tongue-in-cheek and the book''s subtle appeal to a child''s instinct for the mysterious proved to be just what kept both Ash and Ayd deeply intrigued." --Kelvin Ang, Cheekiemonkies "A.J. Low have created an intriguing tale which would keep young readers eager to find out what happens next, while subtly documenting old-school landmarks such as Chin Mee Chin Confectionery and Katong Antique House. Looks set to be a betseller." --Clara Chow, My Paper "I like this book because it leaves you with questions in your mind which make you want to keep reading." --Greta Roberts, 9, in Expat Living Singapore. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).…

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Tan, Andrew (illustratore). …

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Meet Sherlock Sam, Singapore's greatest kid detective. With his trusty robot Watson, Sherlock Sam will stop at nothing to solve the case, no matter how big or small! Introducing the Sherlock Sam series by A.J. Low--a fresh, cross-cultural twist on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories, tailored for middle-grade readers. Set in iconic Singapore locations, the series follows the mystery-solving exploits of smart, observant, food-loving 10-year-old Samuel Tan Cher Lock (a.k.a. Sherlock Sam), Watson, his reluctant robot sidekick, and the rest of the Supper Club (a "Scooby Doo gang," of sorts) as they prove that mysteries are best solved through teamwork. When ghostly sounds fill the air at one of Singapore's most-loved historical attractions, Sherlock Sam finds himself in the middle of an intriguing mystery. Ghosts don't exist. or do they? Will this puzzle prove too difficult for Sherlock Sam and Watson to solve? "Hooray for Sherlock Sam! Simply awesome! This book is super fun, with adorable art and charming characters." --Evonne Tsang, author of Twisted Journeys #12: Kung Fu Masters, Twisted Journeys #22: Hero City, and My Boyfriend Is a Monster #1: I Love Him to Pieces "An intriguing tale which will keep young readers eager to find out what happens next." --Clara Chow, My Paper "A promising adventure series with Super Sleuth Sherlock Sam! His insatiable appetite to sample Singapore's popular foods and never-give-up attitude to solving mysteries will keep readers glued till the last page." --Adeline Foo, author of the bestselling series The Diary of Amos Lee "A thrilling kid's detective romp in the grand tradition of Famous Five, with a lovable robot and delicious Peranakan food!" --Otto Fong, author of Sir Fong's Adventures In Science "Sherlock Sam and Watson are set to become one of Singapore's favourite detective duos! Sam's preoccupation with food struck a familiar chord with the Singaporean in me and Watson's deadpan one-liners had me laughing out loud. What afun-filled, food-filled adventure story! This is a delicious read that will certainly warm your heart like a good serving of ayam buah keluak!" --Emily Lim, award-winning author of Tibby, the Tiger Bunny and Prince Bear & Pauper Bear "Watson is a delightful creation. He follows a rich line of great robot companions from Star War's R2D2 to Star Trek's Data; no detective should leave home without one!" --Sonny Liew, Eisner-nominated author of Malinky Robot "A genius kid detective would be good. A genius kid detective with a wise-acre robot sidekick is even better. Add a wicked sense of humor and you've one of the sharpest, funniest books you'll read all year." --Hal Johnson, author of Immortal Lycanthropes "Funny and witty.The display of local knowledge is a clear show of research work done by the writers [and] the illustrations by drewscape add extra charm to the book." --Melissa Mak, Weekend Notes "I kept reading because I wanted to know who was responsible for the moans and I liked the ending! But never read this book at night alone." --Greta Roberts, 9, in Expat Living Singapore "[Sherlock Sam] might just prove himself to be the greatest kid detective that ever was." --Lester J Wan, The Weekender Singapore. Tan, Andrew (illustratore).…

paperback. Condizione: Acceptable. This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket. This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket.…