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Brand: Sphere
EAN: 9780751584479
MPN: 9780751584479
Category: Books & Magazines

All the books in the Cormoran Strike series by Robert Galbraith, a.k.a. J.K. Rowling. Titles In This Set : 1. The Cuckoo's Calling 2. The Silkworm 3. Career of Evil 4. Lethal White 5. Troubled Blood Description : The Cuckoo's Calling When a troubled model falls to her death from a snow-covered Mayfair balcony, it is assumed that she has committed suicide. However, her brother has his doubts, and calls in private investigator Cormoran Strike to look into the case. Strike is a war veteran - wounded both physically and psychologically - and his life is in disarray. The case gives him a financial lifeline, but it comes at a personal cost: the more he delves into the young model's complex world, the darker things get - and the closer he gets to terrible danger . . . The Silkworm When novelist Owen Quine goes missing, his wife calls in private detective Cormoran Strike. At first, she just thinks he has gone off by himself for a few days - as he has done before - and she wants Strike to find him and bring him home. But as Strike investigates, it becomes clear that there is more to Quine's disappearance than his wife realises. The novelist has just completed a manuscript featuring poisonous pen-portraits of almost everyone he knows. If the novel were published it would ruin lives - so there are a lot of people who might want to silence him. And when Quine is found brutally murdered in bizarre circumstances, it becomes a race against time to understand the motivation of a ruthless killer, a killer unlike any he has encountered before . . . Career of Evil When a mysterious package is delivered to Robin Ellacott, she is horrified to discover that it contains a woman's severed leg. Her boss, private detective Cormoran Strike, is less surprised but no less alarmed. There are four people from his past who he thinks could be responsible - and Strike knows that any one of them is capable of sustained and unspeakable brutality. With the police focusing on the one suspect Strike is increasingly sure is not the perpetrator, he and Robin take matters into their own hands, and delve into the dark and twisted worlds of the other three men. But as more horrendous acts occur, time is running out for the two of them... Lethal White When Billy, a troubled young man, comes to private eye Cormoran Strike's office to ask for his help investigating a crime he thinks he witnessed as a child, Strike is left deeply unsettled. While Billy is obviously mentally distressed, and cannot remember many concrete details, there is something sincere about him and his story. But before Strike can question him further, Billy bolts from his office in a panic. Trying to get to the bottom of Billy's story, Strike and Robin Ellacott - once his assistant, now a partner in the agency - set off on a twisting trail that leads them through the backstreets of London, into a secretive inner sanctum within Parliament, and to a beautiful but sinister manor house deep in the countryside. And during...
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Brand: Harriman House Publishing
EAN: 9780857197689
MPN: 9780857197689
Category: Books & Magazines

Titles in this set: 1. Same as Ever 2. The Psychology of Money Description: Same as Ever When planning for the future we often ask, “What will the economy be doing this time next year?” Or, “What will be different ten years from now?” But forecasting is hard. The important events that will shape the future are inherently unpredictable. Instead, we should be asking a different question: What will be the same ten years from now? What will be the same one hundred years from now? Knowledge of the things that never change is more useful, and more important, than an uncertain prediction of an unknowable future. In Same As Ever, bestselling author Morgan Housel shares 24 short stories about the ways that life, behaviour, and business will always be the same. Armed with this knowledge of the unchanging, you will have a powerful new ability to think about risk, opportunity, and how to navigate the uncertainty of the future. The Psychology of Money Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behavior is hard to teach, even to really smart people. Money investing, personal finance, and business decisions is typically taught as a math-based field, where data and formulas tell us exactly what to do. But in the real world people don't make financial decisions on a spreadsheet. They make them at the dinner table, or in a meeting room, where personal history, your own unique view of the world, ego, pride, marketing, and odd incentives are scrambled together. In The Psychology of Money, award-winning author Morgan Housel shares 19 short stories exploring the strange ways people think about money and teaches you how to make better sense of one of life's most important topics.
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Brand: Nosy Crow Ltd
EAN: 9781839946059
MPN: 9781839946059
Category: Books & Magazines

Titles in this Set : 1. So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt 2. So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Rome 3. So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Greece Description : So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Egypt A kid's life in ancient Egypt might sound like fun with all the cool pyramids and glorious sunny weather, but actually it was rather tough! In this hilarious book, written by award-winning author Chae Strathie, children will learn exactly how difficult life really was, from dodging Deathstalker scorpions and cleaning up cow dung, to fetching water from the well, eating roast hedgehog and being slammed in the stocks for being naughty at school! Probably the first book about ancient Egypt that involves bubble wrap and skateboards! So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Rome Written by award-winning author Chae Strathie and developed in consultation with experts from the British Museum, this fascinating book reveals what life was really like for kids in ancient Rome, from washing clothes in wee to snacking on dormice . . . and even fighting in gladiatorial combat! Packed with facts and fantastic illustrations, this funny and accessible introduction to ancient Rome is a must-read for kids with a passion for horrible history. So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Greece A kid's life in ancient Greece might sound like fun, what with all that brilliant sunny weather and watching the Olympic Games, but actually life for kids could be pretty hard. In this hilarious book, written by award-winning author Chae Strathie, children will learn just how tough life really was, from living on a diet of blood soup whilst wearing nothing but a cloak, to having to learn a poem that was over 15,000 lines long! Thanks, but no thanks, Homer! Probably the first book about ancient Greece to feature a race between a go-kart and a goose, this is a must read for kids with a passion for horrible history!
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Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
EAN: 9781526650535
MPN: 9781526650535
Category: Books & Magazines

Titles In This Set : 1. Kingdom of Ash 2. Tower of Dawn 3. Empire of Storms 4. Queen of Shadows 5. Heir of Fire 6. Crown of Midnight 7. Throne of Glass 8. The Assassin's Blade Description : Kingdom of Ash Aelin Galathynius's journey from slave to assassin to queen reaches its heart-rending finale as war erupts across her world . She has risked everything to save her people - but at a tremendous cost. Locked in an iron coffin by the Queen of the Fae, Aelin must draw upon her fiery will to endure the months of torture inflicted upon her. The knowledge that yielding to Maeve will doom those she loves keeps her from breaking, but her resolve is unravelling with each passing day. With Aelin imprisoned, Aedion and Lysandra are the last line of defence keeping Terrasen from utter destruction. But even the many allies they've gathered to battle Erawan's hordes might not be enough to save the kingdom. Scattered throughout the continent and racing against time, Chaol, Manon, and Dorian must forge their own paths to meet their destinies. And across the sea Rowan hunts to find his captured wife and queen - before she is lost to him. Some bonds will deepen and others be severed forever, but as the threads of fate weave together at last, all must fight if they are to find salvation - and a better world. Tower of Dawn Chaol Westfall has always defined himself by his unwavering loyalty, his strength, and his position as the Captain of the Guard. But all of that has changed since Aelin shattered the glass castle, since Chaol's men were slaughtered, since the King of Adarlan spared him from a killing blow, but left his body broken. Now he and Nesryn sail for Antica - the stronghold of the southern continent's mighty empire and of the legendary healers of the Torre Cesme. It's Chaol's one shot at recovery, and with war looming back home, Dorian and Aelin's survival could depend on Chaol and Nesryn convincing Antica's rulers to ally with them. But what they discover there will change them both - and be more vital to saving Erilea than they could have imagined. Empire of Storms The long path to the throne has just begun for Aelin Galathynius. As the kingdoms of Erilea fracture around her, enemies must become allies if Aelin is to keep those she loves from falling to the dark forces poised to claim her world. With war looming on all horizons, the only chance for salvation lies in a desperate quest that may mark the end of everything Aelin holds dear. Will Aelin succeed in keeping her world from splintering, or will it all come crashing down? Queen of Shadows Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. Now she returns to the empire - to confront the shadows of her past ... Bloodthirsty for revenge on the two men responsible for destroying her life, and desperate to find out if the prince and his captain are safe, Celaena returns to Rifthold. She has accepted her identity as Aelin Galathynius, the lost Queen of Terrasen. But before she can reclaim her...
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Brand: Sweet Cherry Publishing
EAN: 9781782265146
MPN: 9781782265146
Category: Books & Magazines

A retelling of the Arthurian legends, adapted and illustrated to introduce children aged 7+ to classic folklore. Great to share aloud, just like the original tales. Epic battles, thrilling quests and forbidden love combine in the medieval story of the boy who would be king . Includes free downloadable audio via QR codes! The Legends of King Arthur 10 book collection is brilliant for history and book buffs that are eager to discover something new. With a modern twist, each book is around 96 pages and includes chapters to break up the story along with fun and detailed illustrations that really help to bring these stories to life. Making history fun in modern day is a breeze to read thanks to this action-packed 10 book set from Sweet Cherry Publishing . Timeless tales from the medieval era will be retold in a way that young readers aged between 7-9 can enjoy and understand. Children may already be learning about these topics or subject areas at school, so brushing up on a little extra knowledge at home with these fun books is a great way to boost and support their curriculum in the comfort of your own home. Titles in This Set : 1. No Ordinary Boy 2. The Dark Sorceress 3. The Sword in the Stone 4. Twelve Rebel Kings 5. Gawain and the Green Knight 6. Tristan and Isolde 7. Lancelot 8. The Quest for the Holy Grail 9. The Death of Merlin 10. The Fall of Camelot Description : No Ordinary Boy All Merlin knows is the village where he mixes potions for wary customers, and dreams strange dreams that sometimes come true. Then a mysterious hooded man appears, seeking a boy with no mortal father, and Merlin is taken far away, to a crumbling tower and a ruthless king. To a place where his is not the only magic. The Dark Sorceress Morgan’s happy childhood ends when King Uther declares war on her father. Sent from her beloved home of Tintagel, she spends the next eight years in a nunnery. There Morgan’s dark powers grow alongside her hatred, restrained only by the teachings of the secretive Iona. Until a surprising letter arrives, and with it the chance for revenge. The Sword in the Stone When two boys save an old man from robbers, they learn of a competition in Londinium to decide the next king of Britain. The elder, Kay, is determined to prove himself worthy as a knight or a king. The younger is Arthur, a farm boy through and through – until he sees the sword in the stone. Twelve Rebel Kings Arthur Pendragon must defend his crown against the many other kings who would take it. For that he needs a new sword and a magical scabbard from the Lady of the Lake. If he wins, will the beautiful Guinevere return to Camelot with him as his bride? And who will sit at the Round Table? Gawain and the Green Knight Sir Gawain is impatient to prove himself worthy of his seat at the Round Table, and the arrival of a giant provides the perfect opportunity – or so it seems. But the result is not the glorious quest Gawain had hoped for. It is a seemingly doomed one that will test his...
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Brand: Arcturus Publishing Ltd
EAN: 9781789505115
MPN: 9781789505115
Category: Books & Magazines

A concise introduction to all the key tenets of electrical and mechanical engineering degree course, written by former NASA engineer Dr David Baker. A Degree in a Book: Electrical and Mechanical Engineering is presented in an attractive landscape format in full-color. With flow charts, infographics, timelines, feature spreads and information boxes, this highly visual guide will help readers quickly get to grips with the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering and their practical applications. Covering Newtonian mechanics, nuclear engineering, artificial intelligence, 3D printing and more, this essential guide brings clarity to complex ideas. David Baker delves into the history and development of this far-reaching subject as well as the challenges of the future such as environmental responsibility. Complete with a useful glossary of key terms, this holistic introduction will equip students and laypeople alike with the knowledge of an engineering graduate.
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Brand: Egmont Publishing
EAN: 9781405278454
MPN: 9781405278454
Category: Books & Magazines

Summary The Adventures of Tintin is one of the most popular series of graphic novels in print. The bande dessinées began in 1929, and the last album was published in 1976. It's been made into movies and merchandise and is now available in this collection. The Tintin Collection is a great-value box set, featuring all eight volumes of The Adventures of Tintin: Compact Edition. Across twenty-three epic adventures, Tintin and his little dog Snowy face dangers, puzzles, and epic landscapes, in pursuit of the truth. In this edition, the classic bande dessinée albums are reproduced in compact hardcover volumes, measuring 221mm tall and 156mm wide. We also offer The Adventures of Tintin 23 Books Collection, which features the same albums reprinted as individual paperbacks at the larger size of 295mm tall and 185mm wide. The first volume in this set features two of Tintin’s earliest adventures in Russia and the United States of America, written and illustrated by Hergé. The other seven books in the collection reprint three albums apiece, from 1934’s Cigars of the Pharaoh to 1986’s posthumous, unfinished story, Tintin and Alph-Art. Titles in this set: Volume 1 Tintin in the Land of the Soviets Tintin in America Volume 2 Cigars of the Pharaoh The Blue Lotus The Broken Ear Volume 3 The Black Island King Ottokar's Sceptre The Crab with the Golden Claws Volume 4 The Shooting Star The Secret of the Unicorn Red Rackham's Treasure Volume 5 The Seven Crystal Balls Prisoners of the Sun Land of Black Gold Volume 6 Destination Moon Explorers on the Moon The Calculus Affair Volume 7 The Red Sea Sharks Tintin in Tibet The Castafiore Emerald Volume 8 Flight 714 to Sydney Tintin and the Picaros Tintin and Alph-art From the publisher Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events, and solves thrilling mysteries! From the Land of the Soviets to America, from outer space to the depths of the ocean, there are over 1,500 pages of delight in eight volumes of classic Tintin stories. The ultimate gift for any Tintin fan. Tintin in the Land of the Soviets Accompanied by his dog Snowy, Tintin leaves Brussels to go undercover in Soviet Russia. His attempts to research his story are put to the test by the Bolsheviks and Moscow’s secret police … Tintin in America Gangsters, Cowboys, Indians and the Big Apple await Tintin when he travels across the Atlantic to America. He soon finds himself in terrible danger – but with Snowy to help him, he faces it head on … Cigars of the Pharaoh On the hunt for an Egyptologist and a mysterious ancient pharaoh, Tintin scours Egypt and India. He makes friends with elephants, narrowly avoids falling victim to the poison of madness and saves a maharajah from a killer tiger. The Blue Lotus In India, Tintin gets drawn into a dangerous mystery revolving around a madness-inducing poison. He traces its origins to Shanghai and a nefarious web of opium traffickers. But can he outwit...
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