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Hardback. Condizione: Good. Don't Drop the Coffini tells the story of Barry Albin-Dyer, who runs one of the UK's oldest family firms of funeral directors, in Rotherhithe, South London. At times funny, at times bizarre, at times moving, this is a rare insight into the profession of death. We learn about cryonics, gangland funerals, removing bodies from suicide and murder scenes, eccentric morticians, spooky happenings, fights in cemeteries and countless other remarkable incidents. In the life of this undertaker truth really does seem stranger than fiction. As well as explaining the tricks of his trade Barry, a Roman Catholic convert, ponders the meaning of death, the afterlife and the process of grieving, and refutes the claim that funeral directors prey on the vulnerable.…

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Bestselling author of SPILLING THE BEANS and champion of the countryside brings us her outspoken views, encounters and stories from her life as she travels around the heart of Britain.

Condizione: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Vrombaut, An (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Author of the critically-acclaimed debut The Wolf Road, Beth Lewis returns with her brand new novel The Origins of Iris where Wild meets Sliding Doors. Iris comes face to face with an alternate version of herself in this novel about resilience, hope, and the different narratives we tell ourselves.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Humans think we are pack animals looking for a leader. Don't fall for it! Find out how to get your humans running their lives around you. Wilkinson, Jilly (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Good. This is a collection of prayers in modern language, following on from "Contemporary Parish Prayers".

Hardback. Condizione: Good. These Dividing Walls is a prescient debut novel by a striking new voice in fiction, for fans of Emma Cline and Jessie Burton.

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Hardback. Condizione: Good. During an action-packed 274 days at sea, Jim Shekhdar became the first person to row across the Pacific Ocean single-handedly. This is the story of his epic journey. The journey started out badly, he was refused permission to set off from Chile, then when he set off from Peru he found he'd left the tin opener behind. Later Jim also ran out of cooking gas. More bad fortune was to beset Jim as he had to fend off sharks, have his telecommunications fail him and nearly lose his life to an oil tanker. And then 150 yards out from his journey's end, Jim had to refuse offers of help so as not to invalidate his record attempt.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. One hundred years. Seventeen assassins. One hell of a ride. A larger-than-life, non-stop thriller for fans I Am Pilgrim and Gregg Hurwitz.

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. The inspiring story of one man's journey through extremes of light and darkness to reach a place where he can be a smile on God's face for many people. Confined to a wheelchair, Philip Ilott's life radiates the compassion of a caring God, despite overwhelming odds. Philip's spirituality also clearly demonstrates that God has not put all his denominational eggs in one basket. …

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Hardback. Condizione: Good. A wonderful distillation of years of hard-earned wisdom, from one of the most-loved and significant women in the evangelical church.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. 'During a time of shock or pain or grief, it is often difficult to concentrate on anything for any length of time. I have therefore compiled a selection of poems and thoughts and verses which have helped and encouraged me through some bleak times and have enabled me to have a thankful rather than a despairing heart. I hope that through these pages some of these thoughts will bring hope and encouragement to your own heart'.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. An introduction and guide to the spirituality of the Iona Community whose integrated vision is rooted in the every-day: committed to peacemaking and social action, promotion of ecumenism and development of new and relevant ways to worship. Learn to apply their approach to spirituality to your own life.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. A selection of readings, poems, thoughts, verses, hymns and prayers, designed to offer comfort and encouragement in bleak times. They were compiled by Fiona Castle, the widow of Roy Castle.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Who invented the pub quiz?The British, of course!Who doesn't enjoy a rousing question-and-answer session over a pint and some scratchings? Indeed, what higher calling is there than standing in the pub loudly demanding answers to difficult questions like 'd'you want some?' Here, for your pleasure, Britain's leading pub landlord, The Pub Landlord, presents the finest collection of facts imaginable. Enjoy the attention of friends and strangers by revealing how many James Bonds there were, how many times the French have capitulated and exactly how long those pickled eggs have been in that jar on the bar.The ladies love a well-read man and this book will give you the tools needed to impress her (don't worry, answers are included). None of your French-type philosophical musings here. No, this is a proper quiz for the Great British Public. In a public house. Or your living room. …

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Peter Alliss has spent his entire life steeped in golf. He was born in 1931, the son of Percy Alliss, one of Britain's leading professionals between 1920 and 1939. Peter himself turned professional in 1947, at the age of sixteen. During his pro career, which lasted until 1974, Peter won three British PGA championships, played in eight Ryder Cup teams, and ten teams representing England in the World Cup. He won 23 major tournaments in all, his most memorable achievement being in 1958 when he won the Italian, Spanish and Portuguese Open Championships in three successive weeks. He has had a colourful personal life, which has not always been easy; he has been married twice and had five children, and also had to learn to cope with the grievous loss of his young daughter, Victoria. Peter Alliss is now universally known and loved for his golfing commentaries throughout the world, for the BBC in the UK and ABC in the US. For millions of people around the world, Peter Alliss is 'the Voice of Golf,' and his unique style has added insight for the viewer of the televised game. He was recently voted by Golf Digest as 'The Best Golf Commentator .Ever.'.…

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Hardback. Condizione: Good. For the first year of his solitary confinement in Beirut, Terry Waite was given nothing to read. During those days, not only did he write his autobiography in his head, but he also attempted to remember all the books, poems and prayers he had read during his life. Eventually his guards mellowed and he was given books. He received a wide variety ranging from Herodotus to the novels of Dorothy L. Sayers. Here Terry Waite has gathered together selections from the books he remembered, the books he received and some of the books he wished he had received. Some of the selections evoke personal memories and Terry Waite relates these stories as he takes the reader down the corridors of memory into the world of books. …

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This giftbook contains a collection of wise sayings on the subject of leading a less stressful life. It draws its material from a wide range of sources.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Michael Parkinson recalls his sporting life in this amusing memoir full of personality, anecdotes and insight.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. A PASSIONATE, PERSONAL AND CRITICAL ACCOUNT OF HOW FOOTBALL LOST ITS SOUL AND WHAT WE CAN DO TO GET IT BACK, BY THE UK'S LEADING VOICE IN FOOTBALL.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. The explosive new thriller in the Spider Shepherd series.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This wonderful collection of Celia Haddon's cat wisdom, will delight every cat lover with its knowing humour and practical advice. Anyone who reads this book will be guaranteed a ecstatic feline companion! Start training your kitten early. It has already started training you. Ban small girls from the house. Small girls are tempted to commit that ultimate crime -- dressing up cats. Be a conscientious door attendant. Cats want to be in when they are out, out when they are in, and sometimes both simultaneously. Build or buy a cat ramp to help your elderly cat get on to your favourite arm chair.…

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Hardback. Condizione: Fair. It is often forgotten that Michael Parkinson first came to notice as an outstanding sports writer. After years of focusing on cricket and football, he was eventually won over to golf. He has since played on an enviable number of courses throughout the world and has interviewed many of the great players, their teachers and celebrity golfers. In this entertaining collection of articles, Parkinson combines his infectious sense of humour with sketches of his subjects. On holiday or relaxing after eighteen holes of golf, this is a book that will hold the attention, make you laugh and may even improve your golf.…