The choir press gloucester (189 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Life with a naughty but nice dog can be difficult. Walking the streets at midnight with your dog to avoid meeting other dogs is certainly not the dog owning dream you had when you got your dog. Having to shut your dog away when visitors come is no basis for a social life. But it doesnt have to be that way. The naughty but nice revolution is here! Thousands of owners of reactive dogs are transforming their struggles through games and so can you! In the Naughty But Nice Revolution youll learn the secrets behind your dogs reactive behaviour and the tools to resolve it. Using games based on concept training, youll turn your dogs struggles into strengths and develop a toolbox for change that will transform your life with your dog. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Going on an aeroplane is so much fun. Follow Sammy as he goes on an aeroplane for the very first time. So buckle up. and enjoy the ride. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It's Suzie's first day of school today and I wonder how she is feeling? Are you going to a new school too, just like Suzie? Read about Suzie's day and all the things she gets up to. It is going to be a busy time filled with lots of new things to see and do. Have a lovely time Suzie, we can't wait to hear all about it! And the same to you. Going to school is so much fun! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Every person has a story. Each has their own impressions of life and expressions of how they tell their story - mine is through poetry. In every experience may it be about the weather, a lesson learnt, a prayer or just a thought - I jot it down. I then put the words together - somehow they connect until it becomes a full story to tell. I usually write at night or at dawn - which explains the moon, the stars and wishing wells and the love of art of any form. Poetry is a hobby and I'm still learning the ropes of writing - learning to put words together like a proper writer should. The aspirations, inspirations and moments of each day - I learn. I discover more of ME and who I am as the journey continues. I discover who I have become. While my hobby keeps me on my toes, let me share this hobby (and this journey) with you. As you go along, please let me say "Thank You" for stepping into this journey with me . the glimpse of who I am. A life's journey in poetry by a nurse from the Philippines who came to Britain in 2001 Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Music is important to us as a species, and it can be particularly important to people with dementia. Singing in a group can improve a person's mood, recall, self-esteem and overall quality of life. Whether you're a trained musician or someone who has no training but can hold a tune (and that is almost everyone), this book will give you guidance on every stage of setting up a singing group for people with dementia: choosing songs, structuring sessions, choosing and setting up a venue, training volunteers, finding funding, keeping participants safe and ensuring that everyone has a good time. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The Tower of London has fascinated people for centuries, but how much do we know about what happens there today and the people whose homes are inside the Tower? Author Christopher West was allowed unprecedented access and by tracing its comings and goings over a year, this illustrated book gives a unique insight into the modern Tower: the ceremonies, the celebrations, the experience of living in a historic landmark, and all the people - visitors and staff - who make it work. Here you will also find a detailed account of Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red, the installation of 888,246 ceramic poppies in the Tower's moat to mark the centenary of the First World War. The Tower of London is a hugely important building, and this book celebrates its history, its continued existence and the work that is being done to preserve it for future generations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A Tale of Two Railways provides a fascinating insight into the operation and management of England and Denmark's railway systems which will be of interest to all railway enthusiasts.During Alan Evans working life of 48 years, 41 were spent in the railway industry. Starting as a clerk at East Croydon, Alan soon found out that he would rather be a practical railwayman and transferred to the footplate grades at Redhill followed by promotion to Dorking and then Horsham. After 11 years with British Rail he emigrated to his wife's home country of Denmark. After learning a new language and achieving citizenship in his new country Alan was successful in obtaining employment with the Danish state railways as a shunter and then after several years achieved his goal of driving trains again, continuing for 20 years until his retirement in 2019 as a driving instructor.Alan has been active within his trade union and has organised several study tours for colleagues at his depot in Kalundborg. There are many anecdotes from both England and Denmark that give an insight of the daily work at the sharp end of trains. There is a direct comparison of the two careers which show that there are many similarities between the two countries and the type of people employed. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The end of the nineteenth century was a difficult time for farmers in Scotland. A decade of cold years made it hard to grow crops or feed animals and grain growers faced competition from America after the repeal of the Corn Laws. In these harsh conditions, ordinary families still pursued their lives and loves. My Father Was a Farmer in New Cumnock tells the story of the Baird family and of their joys and struggles on their farm. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fine. Nineteenth century Huntingdonshire had its fair share of mischief-makers and murderers, victims and villains, litigation and larceny, triumph and tragedy. Just as it is today, there have always been motives and circumstances strong enough to bring individuals to the wrong side of the law, and, likewise, the law has been ready to meet it. This is not to say that punishment has always matched the crime; whilst stealing a few sheep may gain you transportation for life, or worse, death, starving one's own child may net you at most a few months in prison. Drawing from local records, and supported by a deep contextual understanding, Trying Neighbours collects the stories of real people often caught in unreal situations. These are the stories of a gaoler, locked up in his own prison; a young woman, suing her fiance for breach of his marriage promise; a thief falling asleep in the house he was supposed to be robbing; a son's violent actions against his parents in the dead of night, and slick lawyers, wriggling through loopholes. This collection is a wealth of anecdote, but also a social history of criminality, the culture that allowed it, and the systems that punished it in the nineteenth century. Often heart-breaking, often ridiculous, always entertaining, Trying Neighbours brings together the most interesting cases Huntingdonshire has seen: arson, rioting, suicide, murder, theft, elopement, imposture, fraud and vote tampering, with the odd egg theft and neighbourly spat thrown in.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. A treat for fans of one of Britains most distinctive song writing voices Waxing Lyrical brings together the complete lyrics from Chris Diffords acclaimed solo albums: I Didnt Get Where I Am, The Last Temptation of Chris, Cashmere If You Can, Fancy Pants, Lets Be Combe Avenue, and What Happened.Best known as co-founder of Squeeze and co-writer of timeless classics such as Up The Junction, Cool For Cats and Tempted, Difford has also carved out a rich solo career. His lyricswry, poignant, and deeply humanreveal the same eye for detail and gift for storytelling that have made his songs endure across generations.Waxing Lyrical offers an intimate journey through Diffords solo work, showcasing his sharp wit, tender observations, and ability to find poetry in the everyday. Essential reading for Squeeze devotees and lovers of great song writing alike. A lyrical journey through decades of songs, from Squeeze to solo work, celebrating the joy, twists, and heartfelt endeavour of song writing. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A treat for fans of one of Britains most distinctive song writing voices Waxing Lyrical brings together the complete lyrics from Chris Diffords acclaimed solo albums: I Didnt Get Where I Am, The Last Temptation of Chris, Cashmere If You Can, Fancy Pants, Lets Be Combe Avenue, and What Happened.Best known as co-founder of Squeeze and co-writer of timeless classics such as Up The Junction, Cool For Cats and Tempted, Difford has also carved out a rich solo career. His lyricswry, poignant, and deeply humanreveal the same eye for detail and gift for storytelling that have made his songs endure across generations.Waxing Lyrical offers an intimate journey through Diffords solo work, showcasing his sharp wit, tender observations, and ability to find poetry in the everyday. Essential reading for Squeeze devotees and lovers of great song writing alike. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. In 1940 a first-year student at Oxford gave up his legal studies to serve his country in its time of need. He served with valour and distinction, receiving the Distinguished Service Cross for developing and then delivering battlewinning tactics that protected the flanks of the D-Day landings. But Guy Hudson also saw things that cannot be unseen, and experienced the horrors of war that become tattooed on one's soul. This is the story of a brave and patriotic sailor who helped sink the German battleship Bismarck, drove his Motor Torpedo Boat into enemy harbours right under the muzzles of Axis guns, and then pioneered radar control procedures for the small torpedo and gun boats that careered across pitch-dark maritime battlefields to guard the Allied landings in northern France. It is also the story of a man who turned to alcohol to control the darker memories created by war, and whose life and business collapsed due to the demon of drink, before he was rescued by his second wife. His legacy now lives on at the University of Oxford through the Guy Hudson Memorial Trust - this biography is his tribute. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. In 1943, four teenagers, engaged in a spot of poaching on a private estate within Hagley Wood, near Birmingham, England discover a decaying woman's body secreted within the trunk of a tree. The police are unable to identify whose remains they are, nor the circumstances of her death. Shortly after, messages start to appear on walls in the surrounding area of the West Midlands, identifying the victim as "Bella", and rumours start to circulate which point to her having been part of an active wartime spy ring, killed so as to silence her. Then, some 11 years after the body was discovered, a local woman comes forward with some explosive information in which she names the killer. Yet, more than 80 years after the event, the crime remains unsolved. Nobody has ever been arrested, and the victim remains unidentified. It is a case which has intrigued many across the world. The Hagley Wood Tree Murder takes a critical look at the case and its investigation, with reference to original police documents. It debunks many of the popular theories, identifies lines of enquiry which have not previously been in the public domain, and follows some significant leads not fully explored at the time. Above all, it explores how a number of influential people outrageously exploited the tragedy for their own ends. The Hagley Wood Tree Murder will be of interest to anyone who has a knowledge of the case or an interest in unsolved crimes or policing protocols, and especially for those who are familiar with this part of the West Midlands. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. Clean sound paperback SIGNED by author with dedication to title page - SENT FROM STROUD WITHIN 48 HOURS. Signed by Author(s).

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Island Walks Book One - Lindisfarne to Iona is the first in a series of books that takes the reader on the trail as the author shares his recollections of each solo journey in words and images. Generously illustrated, with over 400 of the author's own photographs Book One starts on the English north-east coastal Holy Island of Lindisfarne with the author's boots tasting the sea as it laps onto the famous causeway and ends 300 miles and 20 days later on the Scottish Inner Hebridean island of Iona where his boots get 'salted' once again in the Atlantic Ocean.Paul's writing style is informal and relaxed with an occasional 'rant' about subject matter close to his heart. The 'Island Walks' series of books are not prescriptive guides to particular routes, but rather give the reader a sense of what long-distance walking with recurrent distant horizons is like and at the same time, increase the reader's awareness of the sheer size of our planet in the context of the author's modestly sized island home of Great Britain. Author Paul Truswell gives a generously illustrated account of his long walk from Lindisfarne to Iona. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The Story of Christianity traces the origins and roller-coaster development of a great global faith that has more followers today than any other. In Christs reported brief life on earth, he simplified the complex and often confusing messages of the scriptures handed-down by word-of- mouth that were the basis of Israels faith. This book is the result of years of open research on Christianitys turbulent and not always glorious journey through history. In the course of it, the influences of many characters unfold, some familiar, some not so well-known. The involvement of human authority has grown, sometimes at the expense of its mission. Schisms, misbehaviour and wars took place on the way and more recently the Reformation, the Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution had their effect with huge social consequences, leading to the 20th century with two world wars and the use of nuclear weapons against whole cities. After the Cold War the threat of global warming was identified while improvements in health, education, diversity and well-being were made, albeit limited in many parts of the world. Christ had preached peace, forgiveness, love and hope, a message that the early Christians followed dutifully in the face of heavy persecution. The Story of Christianity takes a neutral look at evidence over time as to whether the human Church institutions followed Christs message as they grew. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Royal Navy's Submarine Command Course, or 'Perisher', is a unique course, training, assessing and qualifying officers for submarine command which is, itself, unique, challenging and demanding; the epitome of mission command, with no succour, referral or support in a continuously threatening environment. It is therefore essential that those 'in command' are proven to be worthy and capable of their appointment.The evolution of 'Perisher' is in recognisable periods: the earliest days, following the submarine's introduction into the Royal Navy, was an autodidactic existence with COs learning from their peers and by experimentation. By 1917 circumstances had conflated to create the Periscope School and the Periscope Course to train and qualify COs whose characteristics were now fully formed. The interwar period was a difficult time, but it produced new submarines and technological innovations just in time for the Second World War and the most intense evolutionary period for 'Perisher'. Post-1945 to 1969 experienced two evolutions: Commander Sandy Woodward's codification of the art of attacking and a shift in emphasis from purely 'periscope eye' attacking toward the development of safety and tactical prowess in students. In the 1970s-1980s, two parallel courses satisfied the demand for COs from an expanding diesel-nuclear submarine fleet using SSKs and then in 1989, an SSN. The final period, 1990-2017 continues today with an all-nuclear Perisher and a curriculum to meet a changing battlespace, new weapons and tactics. Throughout its history, 'Perisher' has shaped the submarine commanding officer and he, in return, has shaped 'Perisher'. The story of the unique course which must be passed in order to command a Royal Navy submarine. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Near Fine. Reprint. 156 pp illustrated. Clean sound copy, illustrated paperback. Sent from Stroud within 48 hours.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Level 5 Operations / Departmental Manager has been designed and written to support those studying for the Level 5 Operations / Departmental Manager Apprenticeship or the ILM and CMI Level 5 Diplomas and Certificates and similar management qualifications at level 5. This book covers the theories and hypotheses covered in the syllabus of the qualifications and explains them in a plain and straightforward manner. The book is designed to match the modules of study in the apprenticeship standard and therefore makes selective study very straightforward. It is intended that this book will become a valuable point of reference not only whilst studying for an apprenticeship, but also afterwards, with many areas of support and guidance appropriate and relevant to a career in leadership and management after the qualification has been achieved. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Condizione: new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (New, Paperback, 2024). 2024 1st edition. Large 4to paperback (207 x 296mm). Ppxii,332. Colour photographs throughout, line drawings, foreword by Graham Watkins. Fine new copy. A wide-ranging and comprehensive introduction to keeping and flying raptors in the UK with detailed photographs and plans for building a weathering loft and travelling box. Chapters include: Getting your bird; Diary of training Jarvis a parent-reared lanneret; The development of the falcon; The swung line, how it is made; The development of the hawk including buzzards; The hood; Foot care; Wing tip oedema; The first moult; Tail belling; Aspects of handling; Feather management; Water; the health of the bird and ailments to look out for; Mutes and pellets; Foods and food preparation; Feather plucking in Harris hawks; Dogs; Imprints; Use of telemetry and lost birds; The accomodation we offer our birds, the weathering and the loft; The weathering loft; Drawings; Materials and quantities required to build the weathering lofts; Travelling box and night quarters. .…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Every person has a story. Each has their own impressions of life and expressions of how they tell their story - mine is through poetry. In every experience may it be about the weather, a lesson learnt, a prayer or just a thought - I jot it down. I then put the words together - somehow they connect until it becomes a full story to tell. I usually write at night or at dawn - which explains the moon, the stars and wishing wells and the love of art of any form. Poetry is a hobby and I'm still learning the ropes of writing - learning to put words together like a proper writer should. The aspirations, inspirations and moments of each day - I learn. I discover more of ME and who I am as the journey continues. I discover who I have become. While my hobby keeps me on my toes, let me share this hobby (and this journey) with you. As you go along, please let me say "Thank You" for stepping into this journey with me . the glimpse of who I am. A life's journey in poetry by a nurse from the Philippines who came to Britain in 2001 Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Using the toilet can be a scary time. Go to the bathroom with Suzie and see how she uses the toilet all by herself. A story to help any child who may be anxious about going to the bathroom. If Suzie can do it, then so can you. Go to the bathroom with Suzie and see how she uses the toilet all by herself. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. It's Suzie's first day of school today and I wonder how she is feeling? Are you going to a new school too, just like Suzie? Read about Suzie's day and all the things she gets up to. It is going to be a busy time filled with lots of new things to see and do. Have a lovely time Suzie, we can't wait to hear all about it! And the same to you. Going to school is so much fun! It's Suzie's first day of school today and I wonder how she is feeling? Are you going to a new school too, just like Suzie? This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Johnny Fearless is eighty-two and living at the Sycamore Tree Home for the Elderly. His nights are filled with dreams of dancing like Patrick Swayze. His mission? To execute the legendary Dirty Dancing lift with Mrs Bruce, assuming she's game, and assuming the Warden doesn't faint at the sight.Johnny Fearless and Other Stories is a collection of illustrated tales about extraordinary people attempting extraordinary things. Told in lively, rhythmic verse and brought to life with illustrations by Mark Beech, these stories are warm, witty and brimming with every day heroes - people who outwit adversity (and sometimes medical advice). Looking for a spark of inspiration? You'll find it here. A collection of illustrated tales, told in lively rhythmic verse This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Beech, Mark (illustratore).…

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. First Edition. Hardback. 8vo. pp 222. Original publisher's illustrated laminated boards. Issued without dust jacket. Signed presentation from the author on the front endpaper to James Hayter, "To James, best wishes, J. J. 29.7.15." ISBN: 1910864129 Fine. Signedes.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. These poems explore ageing, family, grief, loss and love in its many forms, finding meaning and tenderness in both lifes sorrows and its simple pleasures. Drawing on a rich variety of poetic forms and styles, Asling celebrates rhyme, rhythm and wordplay, while offering vivid and often poignant observations on the people, memories and everyday moments that make life worth living. Poems of ageing, love, loss and family, finding tenderness, humour and meaning in lifes sorrows and everyday joys. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Notions of 'progress' can well lead to the positioning of the present as inevitably 'better' than the past. But when it comes to issues like the systematic exploitation of power for personal or group advantage and the 'othering' of those who rise in protest, the echoes are still clear and pertinent today as are the current challenges of climate change and the threat from pandemics.Unfinished Business neither idealises the Middle Ages nor regards them as past times too removed or 'uncivilised' to have meaning or resonance. Despite the vast changes since in society, science and technology, these poems speak to what we share in common with the MIddle Ages: the unfinished business of so many still struggling for basic justice, freedom from want and the recognition of their human dignity. These poems bring the Middle Ages vividly into the present, revealing timeless struggles for justice, dignity and freedom from want that still shape human lives today This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Welcome to the wonderful world of the Circle Snails, where friendship, adventure, and imagination flourish in a garden full of surprises. From the arrival of the mysterious Weather Snail, whose shell unleashes wild storms, scorching sunshine, and freezing snow, to an unexpected visit from a fire-breathing Dragon Snail, life is never ordinary for the Circle Snail.But their greatest challenge comes when two Circle Snails are kidnapped by the sinister Snaildorons. As Thunder Snails, Dragon Snails, Snailephants, Sniffer Snails, and loyal friends unite in a daring rescue mission, courage and teamwork are tested like never before.The Circle Snail Theme Park brings the Circle Snails story to an end. Join the Circle Snails on magical adventures filled with friendship, courage, dragons, wild weather, daring rescues, teamwork, and imagination. A heartwarming garden adventure that ends at the unforgettable Circle Snail Theme Park. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Critical Care is a moving collection of poems tracing a lifetime shaped by medicine. It follows the poets journey through distinct stages: a childhood in Cornwall, where his father served as a rural GP and his mother worked as a nursing sister; his own career as a GP in Suffolk; his later experiences as a patient; and, finally, his role as a grandparent to Archie, a brain-damaged grandson, and Annabel, his granddaughter living in California.Alongside these personal reflections, the poems explore the profound changes in medical practice over time. The intimate, family-centred care of earlier decadeswhen home visits were routinehas given way to a more technological, impersonal system, where face-to-face contact with a doctor is increasingly rare.Written mainly in free verse, the poems aim to capture the emotional depth and complexity of these experiences with honesty and sensitivity A moving poetic journey through generations of medicine from rural family doctoring to modern carewoven with personal stories of healing, illness, and enduring human connection. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Island Walks Book One - Lindisfarne to Iona is the first in a series of books that takes the reader on the trail as the author shares his recollections of each solo journey in words and images. Generously illustrated, with over 400 of the author's own photographs Book One starts on the English north-east coastal Holy Island of Lindisfarne with the author's boots tasting the sea as it laps onto the famous causeway and ends 300 miles and 20 days later on the Scottish Inner Hebridean island of Iona where his boots get 'salted' once again in the Atlantic Ocean.Paul's writing style is informal and relaxed with an occasional 'rant' about subject matter close to his heart. The 'Island Walks' series of books are not prescriptive guides to particular routes, but rather give the reader a sense of what long-distance walking with recurrent distant horizons is like and at the same time, increase the reader's awareness of the sheer size of our planet in the context of the author's modestly sized island home of Great Britain. Author Paul Truswell gives a generously illustrated account of his long walk from Lindisfarne to Iona. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…