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Paperback. Condizione: New. Old and new, serious and absurd, tricky and electrifying. A book of words, words, words, for actors and directors, playwrights and poets, readers and speakers. For Shakespeareans and Anti-Shakespeareans and Non-Shakespeareans. A sequence of epilogue-and-prologue-like eleven-line paragraphs or poems or stanzas. A monologue of monologues. A stream of consciousness.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Old and new, serious and absurd, tricky and electrifying. A book of words, words, words, for actors and directors, playwrights and poets, readers and speakers. For Shakespeareans and Anti-Shakespeareans and Non-Shakespeareans. A sequence of epilogue-and-prologue-like eleven-line paragraphs or poems or stanzas. A monologue of monologues. A stream of consciousness.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. It's easy to lose all sense of time in such beautiful surroundings, as poet and nature-lover Marc Harris found during a cycling and walking odyssey across southern Cornwall in the summer of 2012. In Cornish Time, Marc relates his often gruelling but always spectacular journey across Cornwall, from the rugged cliffs of the Lizard Peninsula, to the incredible Lost Gardens of Heligan, to the lovely town of Fowey.  In addition, a guide to some of Cornwall's best tourist attractions and towns is also included, to help you discover some Cornish time for yourself in this beautiful county.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A young girl waits on a storm-tossed beach for a mother lost at sea. A ferryman guides strange passengers to a village in ruins. Spirits lurk in a sunken warship to protect the creatures below. And high in a clock tower, two peregrines roost.  This is a world both familiar and strange, a landscape beautiful and wild, where history hangs heavy and tragedy has left its mark. Where spectral guardians walk and ancient spirits rule the woods, and where the rivers keep their secrets.Combining a love of the natural world and the gothic, Marc Harris has crafted a collection of short stories and poetry that brings a haunted Britain to life.

Paperback. Condizione: New. In a world filled with pearls, sapphires and rubies, sometimes the greatest treasure is one you didn't expect to find. When Mabel and Max set off on the hunt for a lost jewel, these two very unlikely companions encounter a frog with flair, a musical grasshopper and a beautiful bird, who might each have something to teach them about who they are and how to value their individual talents. Can chickens fly? What do lynxes eat? What makes the best juggling balls? And will Mabel and Max ever find what they are looking for?

Paperback. Condizione: New. In a world filled with pearls, sapphires and rubies, sometimes the greatest treasure is one you didn't expect to find. When Mabel and Max set off on the hunt for a lost jewel, these two very unlikely companions encounter a frog with flair, a musical grasshopper and a beautiful bird, who might each have something to teach them about who they are and how to value their individual talents. Can chickens fly? What do lynxes eat? What makes the best juggling balls? And will Mabel and Max ever find what they are looking for?

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the beautiful Bute Park to the hidden beaches of Barry Island, south and west Wales is a treasure trove of natural wonder. In this collection of articles, lifelong nature-lover Marc Harris will take you on a journey through the area's striking landscape and introduce you to its rare wildlife, whether in the heart of Cardiff or on an isolated farm in Carmarthenshire. Through his recollections, discover the beauty of Wales in locations both easily accessible and remote, and always ready for you to explore.

Paperback. Condizione: New. It's easy to lose all sense of time in such beautiful surroundings, as poet and nature-lover Marc Harris found during a cycling and walking odyssey across southern Cornwall in the summer of 2012. In Cornish Time, Marc relates his often gruelling but always spectacular journey across Cornwall, from the rugged cliffs of the Lizard Peninsula, to the incredible Lost Gardens of Heligan, to the lovely town of Fowey.  In addition, a guide to some of Cornwall's best tourist attractions and towns is also included, to help you discover some Cornish time for yourself in this beautiful county.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Alan and Jacqueline are separated by the English Channel. Who would know that their worlds would become entwined? After a telegram arrives in June 1940, Alan's family are thrown into mourning. The family try to come to terms with their loss, but are offered hope when Jack, a soldier from Alan's regiment, contacts them and tells them the truth of what happened to their son in France. Across the Channel, we follow Jacqueline, a young schoolteacher, and her family as they struggle to live in occupied France. After his fiancee and her family are taken by the Gestapo, Jacqueline's brother, Philippe, joins the resistance. Jacqueline's family play a secret part in the resistance, aiding Philippe as he climbs the ranks. After some time and a considerable loss to the family, Jacqueline also joins the resistance and leaves her family behind. Through many ups and downs and Jacqueline's secret, these two families live through the war. What will become of Jacqueline and Alan as they both fight against German oppression? Where will it all end, and who will be left to pick up the pieces?

Paperback. Condizione: New. Mullins, Charlotte (illustratore). Toby the Tortoise and his three best friends live happily together on an island. Toby, Kayson the Kangaroo, Evie the Elephant and Cody the Cheetah each makes their own special contribution to the group, and they have lots of fun together.  In this charming book, Amber Robinson-James explores what it means to be friends, to belong, and to be part of a team. When Toby has doubts about his self-worth, his friends rally round to reassure him he is valued and loved, and even though he himself is small, the difference he makes is enormous.  Join Toby and his pals for a warm-hearted look at the four friends, the fun they share and the way each is essential to the whole. The positive and life-affirming message of this story will resonate with children of all ages.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Mullins, Charlotte (illustratore). Toby the Tortoise and his three best friends live happily together on an island. Toby, Kayson the Kangaroo, Evie the Elephant and Cody the Cheetah each makes their own special contribution to the group, and they have lots of fun together.  In this charming book, Amber Robinson-James explores what it means to be friends, to belong, and to be part of a team. When Toby has doubts about his self-worth, his friends rally round to reassure him he is valued and loved, and even though he himself is small, the difference he makes is enormous.  Join Toby and his pals for a warm-hearted look at the four friends, the fun they share and the way each is essential to the whole. The positive and life-affirming message of this story will resonate with children of all ages.

Paperback. Condizione: New. It's Little Ant's first day at his new school! School is full of new people, things to do and lessons to learn, but it's all too scary for a little ant. Luckily, his teacher and friends are there to help on this new adventure! In this heartfelt and inspiring tale, even the smallest ant can be mighty enough to face his fears.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Lylah's family is missing a very special something. Mummy and Daddy love Lylah very much, and Lylah has so much fun, but life would be even better with a little brother or sister to share it with. But the eggs in Mummy's tummy just aren't working. To have another baby, Mummy and Daddy will need to find something very precious, something that will grant them the gift of life: The Golden Egg!

Paperback. Condizione: New. When Bethan begins opening her heart to a counsellor and starts to deliberate on there being more to life than the mundane, she is unaware of how her self-reflection and her recent struggles will be the catalyst for her mental health problems.  Beth is brought past the brink of sanity through a night of visions and hallucinations and subsequently tumbles down a spiritual rabbit hole. A rabbit hole where angels, spirits and energy come alive and life is anything but the life she has come to know.  After what seems like a fateful meeting with a stranger on a beach, Beth's walk with the angels turns into a walk with demons and an implosive entrance into the deeper world of psychosis commences. A planned meeting with that same stranger sees Beth renounce New Age spirituality and come to call on Jesus and rest her mind at the foot of the cross. But the demons don't go away, and when Beth embarks on a camping trip with her new Christian friends, things take a dire turn for the worse.  In late 2021, Beth gets sectioned under the Mental Health Act and starts her three-year journey to recovery at a hospital in the East Midlands.

Paperback. Condizione: New. What was wearing sunglasses? Who was flying their kite? Where did the seagull fly off to? See if you can find all the answers and the starfish hidden in each picture.

Paperback. Condizione: New. The songs and poems celebrate seven holidays and seven topics to explore and educate. The melodies of the songs are taken from classic nursery rhymes and traditional songs, ensuring that readers can instantly recognise them and join in. In addition to this, each song can be heard by simply scanning the QR code at the bottom of each page on either a smart phone or tablet.  "Those who wish to sing always find a song." - Swedish proverb.

Paperback. Condizione: New. No one knows why, but when Santa decided to cut off every hair on his head, it led to the weirdest Christmas Eve ever!What went wrong? Who went backwards? Where were the presents left?Discover the answers to these questions and see if you can find Rudolph's red nose (hidden somewhere in each picture) along the way.

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Paperback. Condizione: New. In 1937, Rose did not expect to marry Bill Taylor as the consequence of an unfortunate night out. Bill's complete change of character after the wedding was a shock to her and his family-but not so much to Ted, Rose's dad.  After the outbreak of war in 1939, Bill joins the army and their relationship deteriorates even more. With the violence Rose has suffered since the beginning of their marriage, she is quite pleased to have him gone, and she settles down to life, living with Bill's mum Betty. After Bill's brother Jack joins the RAF as a mechanic, his wife Sybil and their daughter also move into Betty's so they can all support each other through the war and the bombing.  Life changes again when the Americans join the war and are shipped out to Britain. The American GIs are a shock for the British, especially the black GIs and the way they are treated.  When Ted encourages her to go out with friends, Rose's life is turned upside down after she meets her friend's fiancé, a black GI, and some of his friends, and she began to see what a real relationship could be like.   We follow Rose as she journeys through the war, and all she comes up against.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Make your life a masterpiece with this new book from the author of Retired at 25! There's only one thing standing between you and the life you've always dreamed of: your ego. You've spent too long on autopilot, listening to that little voice in your head, and ignoring the wonderful world that could be yours.  It's time to wake up. It's time to bin the ego. F*ck Your Ego is your guide to a new life. Ben Cole-Edwards has drawn together every trick he's learned on his spiritual journey to help you with yours. Change your mindset, truly live in every moment, appreciate the little things and work with the Universe to manifest the life you want. The only thing that's stopping you is you!

Paperback. Condizione: New. We have all heard about the knights of old. The knights who were strong, brave and bold. But have you heard of the sleepy knight? Whose eyes were always shut up tight. So how will he win the tournament prize? Luckily for Old Snoozy, his squire is wise!

Paperback. Condizione: New. Alex is an astronaut, and being an astronaut isn't easy - especially when planet Earth is under attack by aliens! In this interactive adventure story, you can join Alex in travelling the solar system, exploring distant planets and defeating the alien invaders.  Are you ready to do your part? Mission accepted. 3. 2. 1. Blast off!  Designed to facilitate the holistic development of children through imaginative play, The Adventures of Alex the Astronaut: Alien Invasion is a unique aid to their physical, technical, psychological and social growth - and they'll be having too much fun to realise they're learning.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Having conquered his fear of horses, Marty is excited to be competing in his first rodeo. He rides his trusty pony Pixie, and takes Maggie along with him. Together they learn new horse skills as they share their experiences.With a passion for horses and dressage, Michelle has written this book to show a less serious side of the equine world, which she hopes both horsey and non-horsey people will enjoy. In bringing together two completely different styles of riding and viewpoints, she hopes to emphasise that there is no right or wrong way of riding, and that horses can be enjoyed no matter what they are used for.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Anita Gayton was living her best life until she was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer, a terminal illness. This book chronicles her sudden deterioration and extensive treatment, whilst exploring the emotional impact of it all, the accompanying loss of identity and effect on family and friends. It is relentlessly realistic, but also?told with optimism and humour. It is a story of hope. Staying Alive: My Ride with Ovarian Cancer is for all those who may be going through something similar and those who love and care for them.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Illustrated. When Andi is engulfed by a wave, she finds herself transported to an underwater world called Corallai. There she meets Aquanna, a creature who is part fish and part human.Aquanna tells Andi that it is her destiny to help preserve the oceans and all the life within. Andi learns all about the work the various inhabitants do to ensure the survival of the ocean's ecosystem, and explores this new, spectacular world.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Everyone knows that Old King Cole is a merry old soul. But on one particular morning, when the king sits down on his throne, his smile simply disappears! No one in the kingdom knows quite what to do about it, but they all decide to work together to try and find ways to help the king regain his smile. The trouble is that none of the ideas they try seem to be working. This is a fun tale about Old King Cole that also includes the nursery rhyme itself, in the hope that this wonderful classic rhyme will never be forgotten and will be enjoyed by a new generation of children.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Polyamory and asexuality meet in this third tale about the North East England quad. The police suspect Raith Balan of faking a painting. So do money launderers who sink profits into art. Mike, Ross and Phil, the three men in Raith's life, must prove his innocence. They're hampered by their certainty that a member of the Fraud Squad is corrupt. The senior investigating officer is Detective Sergeant Nick Seabrooke. He knows he is asexual, but is he aromantic too? As Raith's lovers struggle to keep Raith safe and find the fraudster, the sergeant struggles to understand why the quad is often in his thoughts.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Although he had been through the same routine hundreds of times before, nothing could prepare Santa for the night that lay ahead when he misplaced his trusted black boots. And thousands of miles away, one little boy was completely unaware how he was about to save Christmas! While you are reading the book, take a moment to see if you can also find Santa's boots, which are hidden somewhere in every picture!

Paperback. Condizione: New. The time has come to prove he's best.  This is the time for Sir Snoozealot's quest. A dragon, a princess and saving the day,  with a few power naps along the way!