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Angel Pavement Come on up to the Angel Pavement ? Quentin Blake fans will be walking on air! Dazzling work with a ?magic? multicoloured pencil makes for a great storybook by this classic author?illustrator.

Irish Broad Gauge Carriages: A Pictorial Introduction The carriages which ran on Ireland?s broad-gauge tracks represent an under-studied aspect of the country?s railway history. Desmond Coakham has produced a superb pictorial introduction to the subject.

Amos Barton A sincere and moving story, told with a fine balance of acuity and warm humour by one of our most admired Victorian writers. Features a foreword by Matthew Sweet.

Bliss Before the Booker-winning Oscar and Lucinda, Peter Carey penned this astonishing debut novel. Full of his trademark wit, Bliss announced his talent for combining acutely observed detail with a broad literary vision.

Edgehill This powerful new study of a key battle of the Civil Wars re-examines one of England?s most mysterious battlefields at Edgehill, and it combines the work of three outstanding military historians.

The Book of Inventions Have you ever wondered who invented the zip? Fully illustrated and packed with information, this in-depth family reference book tells the amazing stories behind the modern world?s great inventions.

One False Move After leaping into the big league with Tell No One, Harlan Coben returns to his most powerful creation, sports agent Myron Bolitar. Taut and exciting, One False Move is the best yet in the series.

Midnight in The Garden of Good and Evil The universally acclaimed ?non-fiction novel? that brought the town of Savannah, Georgia into the big league of international wackiness. Berendt?s book combines real-life scandals with acute observation.

Boudica: Dreaming The Bull Continuing the epic tale of history?s greatest warrior queen that began in the bestselling Dreaming the Eagle, this is a heart-stopping tale of war and peace, love, passion and betrayal.

Sell it on Ebay For anybody - regardless of their computer or web experience - these thoughtfully designed pages give the first and last word on selling or even starting a businesses on eBay.

The Delia Collection:Pork From ham and bacon to fillet and tenderloin, pork is one of the most versatile foods in our diets. Here Delia makes use of this versatility with a diverse and tasty collection of pork recipes.

Salamis The battle at Salamis in 480 BC was the culmination of a 20-year struggle between the Persian Empire and the Greeks. This stirring account vividly re-creates the largest land/sea invasion ever attempted.

Aviation Century: The Early Years The Aviation Century series covers the development of manned flight from the early years through to WWII. Lavishly illustrated in colour throughout, the books celebrate the pioneers who made today?s supersonic age possible.

The Bookseller of Kabul One of the contenders for The Richard and Judy Best Read of the Year award, this is a unique portrait of an Afghani family and their country after the fall of the Taliban.

The Murder Of Mr Grebell An absorbing study of a gruesome murder in 18th-century Rye, which reveals much about the political, economic and cultural patterns existing in this small town over the previous 200 years.

Grievous Angel Sharp, witty and taut, this incredibly accomplished debut is a novel of psychological suspense in the vein of Nicci French. It really draws you into one woman?s world, then leaves you stunned with a masterful twist.

MOMA Design Encyclopedia MOMA?s sweeping overview of design across the world is guaranteed to become a well-thumbed essential in any art-lover?s collection. Unlike many reference works, the book is colourfully illustrated throughout.

The Society of Others He believes in nothing, loves no one and has no ambition. He?s the perfect person to hitchhike to nowhere. Part horror fable, part journey of self discovery: a Kafka-esque masterpiece.

Dancing On Thorns This is an unforgettable debut in the bestselling tradition of Santa Montefiore. Set in the world of ballet, it is genuinely unputdownable and marks out Rebecca Horsfall as a name to watch.

Phiz: The Man Who Drew Dickens Hablot Knight Browne (known as ?Phiz?) was celebrated as the illustrator of Dickens? fiction. Based on previously unpublished material, this vivid biography examines this fascinating figure.

The Murder Book Alex Delaware takes on a disturbing new case and finds himself out of his depth and up against a merciless killer in the heart of LA?s underworld.

Harry Potter Five-book Boxed Set If you?re yet to read these five books, you?re the envy of the world. This set, including the first five Harry Potter novels, is a glorious mix of action, characters and priceless humour.

Hunter Davies' Lists Hunter Davies original bestselling Book of British Lists has been completely updated with a more international slant. Both funny and informative, this treasure trove of fascinating facts makes the perfect gift.

Tommy Glover's Sketch of Heaven Compelling mystery, and tender love story - a novel to treasure. Funny, yet deeply moving, this is the tale of a wartime evacuee who transforms lives with the secrets she uncovers.

Storm of Steel A memoir of astonishing power, Storm of Steel illuminates the horrors but also the fascination of total war, presenting the conflict through the eyes of an ordinary German soldier.

Sunset And Sawdust Set in 1930s Texas, Joe R. Lansdale?s new novel is a brilliant blend of murder mystery and modern western. Starring an outlandish cast of characters, Sunset and Sawdust is a witty, original and wildly entertaining read.

Every Woman Herself Trisha Ashley?s latest novel is a real gem; set amid the marvellous Yorkshire moors, it is written with the kind of intelligence, wit and sparkle that will cheer up every woman?s day.

The Rise of Hitler's Third Reich On 1st September 1939, German forces stormed into Poland, precipitating nearly six years of savage, unrelenting warfare that would leave large areas of the world in ruins. For the first three years of the conflict, German forces seemed invincible.

The Welsh Wars of Independence Independent Wales was defined in the centuries after the Roman withdrawal from Britain in 410 AD. This lively account is the first-ever history of the appallingly ferocious Welsh wars of independence.

How to Be a Domestic Goddess Nigella Lawson's bestselling book understands our anxieties, feeds our fantasies and puts cakes, pies, pastries, preserves and puddings back into our kitchens.

The Flower Class Corvette Agassiz This book features a full description of corvette Agassiz, a superb selection of photographs, a colour guide and pull-out action painting on the jacket, and over 350 drawings.

Birthright A Nora Roberts novel is bought every four minutes in the USA ? and that?s not surprising.
This psychological suspense sweeps you into a whirlwind of adventure, danger and romance.

The V&A Guide to Period Styles A superlative showcase of the V&A?s collection of British art and design, now on display in the British Galleries.

Masterchef Goes Large Featuring 95 recipes from the series, Masterchef, the book to accompany the series is packed with imaginative and innovative dishes developed by the contestants over the course of the heats and finals.

Dragonsblood Todd McCaffrey takes the reins of the Pern series with this superb tale that breaks new ground while fitting neatly into the existing history surrounding the plague.

Mussolini How did Mussolini gain power, and hold it until his alliance with Hitler? Based on previously unseen correspondence and new research, this revisionist study gives new insights into his life.

www.colour www.colour opens with a description of how colour works and what different colours might symbolise to different viewers. It explains why your initial ideas for colour combination will differ from the end result.

My Friend Maigret/Inspector Cadaver/The Bar on the Seine Stylish new editions of these novels featuring Maigret, one of literature?s greatest and most popular detectives, have been released to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of his creator, Georges Simenon.

Illywhacker First published in 1985, Illywhacker was further evidence of Carey?s standing as one of the foremost contemporary novelists. Inventive, outlandish and very funny, it is a dazzling feat of imaginative writing.

Bury The Chains Although 18th-century Britain dominated the transatlantic slave trade, things began to change in 1788. Bury the Chains tells the remarkable story of the determined men who sought to end slavery.

101 Things to Do Before You Die At a loss for what to do this weekend, this summer? Or the rest of your life? Then this is the book for you ? the definitive guide to essential life experiences.

Gone for Good Featuring the same thrilling twists that made his huge bestseller Tell No One so outstanding, Harlan Coben returns with a powerful and moving follow-up.

Legends of Dune: The Butlerian Jihad Expanding on the extensive notes used by Frank Herbert during the creation of Dune, the same team behind the bestselling Prelude to Dune series continue to build on a great sci-fi legacy.

Low GI Life Plan From the bestselling authors of The Glucose Revolution comes a book that explains how to get the most out of a low GI Diet ? with additional advice on fats, proteins and the benefits of Mediterranean and Asian style cooking.

The Little Princesses Causing great controversy when published in 1950, The Little Princesses is a touching behind-the-scenes look at the childhood of the Queen and Princess Margaret by their nanny Marion Crawford.

Public Enemies In the summer of 1933, an amazing group of chancers and psychopaths terrorised the American Mid-West. Public Enemies is an astonishing account of the USA?s most spectacular crime wave.

Earth, Air, Fire, Custard Following on from The Portable Door and In Your Dreams, the misadventures of Paul Carpenter at the firm of J. W. Wells continue in this wickedly funny piece of business.

Author, Author David Lodge has long been fascinated by Henry James, and his previous novel, Thinks ? alluded to James throughout. Now Lodge turns his full focus on this much revered yet misunderstood Master of Letters.

Arts and Crafts Companion Covering every aspect of Arts & Crafts design and philosophy, this authoritative, magnificently illustrated book will prove invaluable to collectors, designers and aficionados of this enduring movement.

My Heart Is My Own Scheming murderess or innocent heroine and martyr? This first full-length biography of Mary Queen of Scots for over 30 years overturns previous misconceptions about this ill-fated monarch.

Ice Cream Chocolate aside, ice cream is one of the most classy, down-to-earth, sexy yet comforting dishes to swallow and this book that is as yet unrivalled in the variety and flavours created is a celebration of ice cream?s many spectacular guises.

The Annotated Classic Fairy Tales Once the preserve of a lively oral tradition, fairy tales have become sanitised in popular culture. But, as this wonderful anthology shows, there is much more to them than meets the eye.

Child Soldier This unique autobiography tells, in uncompromising detail, story of a Ugandan child soldier. It will shock you, move you, enrage you and haunt you long after you have finished reading.

Becket's Crown The Gothic age produced some of England?s most gloriously rich and inspirational architecture and design. Paul Binski?s fascinating book offers a radical new perspective on English art, architecture, society and religion during the period.

The Food Doctor Everyday Diet Love your food, stay healthy and lose the pounds ? for good. This diet can work for you whatever your lifestyle, in fact you won't feel you're 'on a diet' at all.

Chimaera The Well of Echoes, one of the most original, absorbing and dramatic fantasy series of recent years, reaches its intense climax, as humanity finds itself desperately clutching at the straws of survival.

Beautiful Stranger A devastating account of an obsession with perfection, this is the true story of how a young woman?s life was torn apart by the physical, emotional and financial consequences of repeated cosmetic surgery.

Passage Passage explores the journeys that people, rivers, landscapes and stone take through space and time. The book includes Goldsworthy?s most recent commission - a Holocaust memorial in New York.

Lime Street Blues Brilliantly capturing the essence of Liverpool in the 1940s and the glamorous days of the 1960s, bestselling author Maureen Lee weaves a captivating family saga packed with characters you?ll never forget.

In Search Of Myths and Heroes In this compelling companion to the BBC TV series, popular historian Michael Wood travels to some of the remotest places on Earth in search of four of the world?s most famous myths.

The Battle For New York Furnished with vivid first-hand accounts from original sources, this is the gripping tale of Britain?s attempts to stem the American Revolution by taking control of New York.

Traitor's Knot The penultimate book in the utterly compelling Alliance of Light series continues the story of half-brothers Lysaer and Arithon, who, having defeated the Mistwraith, are condemned to lifelong enmity through its vengeful curse.

Satisfaction A no-holds-barred manual on how to satisfy your sexual needs, from Sex and the City?s star Kim Cattrall.

The Princess Diaries x4 A worldwide sensation, the Princess Diaries have already inspired a blockbuster movie and won a whole kingdom of adoring fans! This set is the perfect introduction to a right royal farce.

Lizzie of Langley Street Carol Rivers? family is from the Isle of Dogs and her debut saga, the latest title in the From the Heart series, is based on the stories she heard as a child. A gripping read from a natural storyteller.

Business: The Ultimate Resource Highly practical and comprehensive, this business encyclopedia provides the professional with everything he or she needs to know to develop and succeed in today?s business world.

AA Spiral Guide Paris The AA Spiral Guide is colourful, compact and full of useful information, and the round binder enables pages to be folded flat so you?ll never lose your place.

A Child Of Her Time Set in the aftermath of the Great War, this is an utterly engrossing story of prejudice, passion and one woman?s fight for what she wants in life ? against all the odds.

The Wee Free Men The Carnegie Medal-winning Terry Pratchett piles on the wit, weirdness and wisdom in his second Discworld book for kids, which will have readers of all ages in fits of laughter.

Night Sky Atlas Explore the heavens, pinpoint stars and planets and follow constellations through the year with the Night Sky Atlas, an invaluable practical guide that all young astronomers should have.

R Is For Ricochet Sue Grafton has won a huge number of fans for her ?alphabet? series starring intrepid private investigator Kinsey Millhone. This latest novel in the series is a well-plotted, intelligent and absorbing read.

Jay McInerney Omnibus Jay ?Bright Lights, Big City? McInerney is widely regarded as one of the key literary voices of the eighties. Now, two of his finest, critically acclaimed novels are available in this great value omnibus.

Sex Games From the bestselling author of Sensational Sex comes a cheeky new guide packed with 100 ways to revive a flagging sex life. Perfect for those who want to push the boundaries just that little bit further.

Muhammad Ali Complete with silver printing and never-previously-published photographs, this is one of the best studies ever of the people?s champion Muhammad Ali.

Brain Games for Preschoolers Written by Jane Kemp with childhood development expert Dr Dorothy Einon, Brain Games for Preschoolers includes over 200 fun games designed to expand mental, social and motor skills.

Building the Steam Navy Produced in association with English Heritage, this is the first major work in a generation to examine the shore-based infrastructure of the Royal Navy?s dockyards during the nineteenth century.

Wicca Handbook Wicca Priestess and author of The Real Halloween, Sheena Morgan, returns with an indispensable guide equipping wicca enthusiasts with everything they need to gain a practical, working knowledge of witchcraft.

Writing Your Family History Are you researching your ancestors but unsure how to collate the information? This practical, accessible handbook will help you to compile a detailed family history to preserve for future generations.

Military and Aviation Book Society Militaria Directory and Sourcebook The special Club edition of this unique and indispensable source of information for military enthusiasts, enactors and modellers is thoroughly updated with hundreds of new contacts.

Napoleon: The Emperor of Kings A dazzling blend of history and imagination, this third volume in Max Gallo?s bestselling Napoleon series covers the most thrilling and turbulent years of his reign, from battlefield to bedroom.

Scarecrow From the bestselling author of Area 7 comes an adrenalin-pumping thriller with a plot so explosive it will blow you sky-high. Like the phenomenally successful 24, the action unfolds over twenty-four hours.

Ricky Famous as the loveable couch-potato Jim Royle, Ricky Tomlinson is one of our favourite comedians. Here he tells his remarkable life story ? a tale of love, hardship, humour, injustice and triumph.

DK Children's Cookbook Say goodbye to junk food ? now your kids can make healthy, delicious meals themselves with the DK Children?s Cookbook. Foolproof instructions and photographs guide even total beginners.

London: A Short History From Roman London to the modern metropolis of the present day, this concise history of the city by the best-selling author of The Victorians is both highly passionate and thoroughly entertaining.

The Sunny Day Book/The Rainy Day Book Whatever the weather, there?s never a dull day with these brilliant activity books from the bestselling Jane Bull. Children can pour their boundless energy into a total of 100 creative projects.

An Illustrated History of Southern Wagons Volume Four: Southern Railway The long-awaited final volume in the Illustrated History of Southern Wagons series, takes a detailed look at the wagons built by the Southern Railway from 1923 to 1948.

The Well Of Lost Plots Quirky, madcap, hilariously funny, bizarre and brilliant: the work of Jasper Fforde is all these things and more ? and his third book in the Thursday Next series is arguably his best yet.

Mind Maps For Kids Tony Buzan?s upbeat book shows kids how to use mind maps to improve the quality of their work in all areas, from recalling facts and organising information to boosting creativity.

The Last Nazi The author of the bestselling Fourth Procedure returns with an audacious and truly chilling thriller. Combining provocative themes, a highly topical plot and hairpin twists, The Last Nazi is a triumph of unstoppable storytelling.

Triang: The Story of Rovex Vol. I 1950 -1965 TRIANG: THE STORY OF ROVEX VOL. I 1950 -1965Pat HammondNow firmly established in the world of collectables, the Rovex Scale Models are here lavishly presented, describing every product item to ever hit the toy market. This revised edition is packed with 3

Persia in The Great Game Percy Sykes was sent to Persia by British army intelligence in the 1890s. His intrepid exploits are set against the unfolding drama of the diplomatic ?Great Game? in this lively and revealing portrait.

All The King's Women The popular perception of Charles II is that of a promiscuous libertine. A balanced view of his relationships with the women of his court is given in this fully researched account.

At Sixes and Sevens This dramatic Welsh saga from a popular and prolific talent tells the tale of two sisters vying for the love of one man amid the turmoil of the 1920s miners? strike.

The Girl From No. 22 A new Liverpool saga from Joan Jonker! This heart-warming, dramatic story is a must for everyone who loved her previous bestsellers, such as Three Little Words or When Wishes Come True.

A+ Certification Training Guide ? Exam 220-301, Exam 330-302 A brilliant book to use when preparing for the world-renowned program A+ program. Certifying your knowledge of basic computer hardware and operating systems, it?s essential to anyone requiring a baseline set of skills or competencies.

The Cathars This is the gripping, tragic account of the Cathars, a sect whose views led to their extermination by the Catholic Church in Europe?s first mass persecution, the Albigensian Crusade.

Puzzle Chest If you want to sharpen your wits and challenge your mind, look no further than Puzzle Chest ? a full-colour collection of thousands of puzzles that will keep you baffled and entertained for hours.

Darkest Fear You thought you knew Harlan Coben? Think again. This early novel, published in the UK for the first time, shows a side of him you?ve never seen before . . .

The Joy Of Writing Sex Author Elizabeth Benedict offers straightforward and honest advice on how to make a sex scene sizzle ? whether it be married sex, adultery, cyber sex, kinky sex or masturbation.

Emma's Secret More than 61 million Barbara Taylor Bradford books are in print in 89 countries and 39 languages. Emotion, drama, suspense, intrigue and passion fill her spellbinding new novel.

The Long Weekend Offering a funny and affectionate view of British culture from an American perspective, Denis Leary?s wife describes how she and her husband became marooned in the UK after the premature birth of their son.

In Praise Of Slow In the tradition of such trailblazing books as No Logo and The Tipping Point, Carl Honore?s challenging take on the cult of speed shows us how there?s a new underground movement and it?s all about slowing down.

The Victorians Who were the Victorians, and what motivated them? In this entertaining account, eminent biographer A. N. Wilson paints a superb portrait of these remarkable people and their age.

The Tea Rose Sweeping from the poverty of London?s East End to the glossy sophistication of New York?s Fifth Avenue, The Tea Rose is both a heart-warming rags-to-riches saga and a dramatic murder mystery.

New Complete Guitarist Suitable for guitarists of all levels, and for players of both acoustic and electric guitar, this all-visual guide offers an easy-to-follow approach to instruction, amplification, techniques and a variety of styles.

The Boys' Crusade Part memoir, part history, this engrossing book tells the unvarnished truth about the lives of young American soldiers in Europe in 1944?45. In a series of anecdotal episodes it traces the changes in troop morale throughout the period.

Lucky Sex and the rich fruits of crime are Lucky?s aphrodisiacs. Now, moving in the fast lane from Las Vegas to New York, Beverly Hills to a Greek island paradise, Lucky takes up where Chances left off ? where winning is all that matters . . .558 pages. RRP ú6.

AA Spiral Guide Spain The AA Spiral Guide is colourful, compact and full of useful information, and the round binder enables pages to be folded flat so you?ll never lose your place.

I Can Spell (set of two books) Flip-card fun with spelling!

RHS Fruit And Vegetable Gardening This trusty, no-nonsense guide from the RHS provides all you need to know about growing your own fruit and vegetables.

AA Spiral Guide Australia The AA Spiral Guide is colourful, compact and full of useful information, and the round binder enables pages to be folded flat so you?ll never lose your place.

Macromedia Flash Super Samurai This developer-level guide to advanced Flash programming presents a collection of advanced Flash programming techniques, presented and explained by top developers in the Flash community.

The Book Of Lists Bringing together the best of the hugely popular earlier editions, this is the original compendium of facts weirder than fiction, intriguing information and must-talk-about trivia that has spawned so many imitators.

The Artist's Handbook There are few practical art guides that cover the wide range of subjects found in The Artist?s Handbook. Now fully revised and updated for the 21st-century artist, it?s bigger and better than ever.

The Maze Karnezis? muscular prose draws the reader inexorably into the shimmering landscape of the desert. Weighted with history and pathos, The Maze signals the debut of a formidable novelist.

Slimming World Free Foods This book is packed with 120 delicious recipes based on Slimming World's revolutionary concept of free foods ? foods you can eat to your heart's content ? and still lose weight!

Father Figure Ann Widdecombe follows up The Clematis Tree and Act of Treachery with this gripping novel about fathers? rights. Tackling a hot topic with insight and sensitivity, this is a compelling read.

Magic House Your home, the most important place in your life, should nurture your spirit as well as reflecting your personality. Become a domestic enchantress and create your ideal spiritual surroundings.

Elvis - The Number Ones Where exactly was Heartbreak Hotel? How were the Mafia involved in Can?t Help Falling In Love? These and many other intriguing questions are answered in this revealing study of Elvis?s Number One hits.

French Women Don't Get Fat In this classy yet entertaining book Mireille Guiliano (CEO of Veuve Clicquot) unlocks the secrets of 'the French paradox' ? how to enjoy food and stay slim and healthy.

Iron Horses The steam locomotives of the 19th century played an important part in developing America?s western frontier. This book preserves many of the colourful stories that surround the exploits of those engines.

The Double Eagle James Bond meets The Thomas Crown Affair in this sizzling tale of international intrigue and suspense. Fast-paced and packed with breath-taking action, The Double Eagle will keep you turning the pages well into the night.

DK Encyclopedia Of Dinosaurs And Prehistoric Life From dinosaurs to the dawn of mankind, here?s the ultimate prehistoric reference book. A fascinating insight into how life evolved over 400 million years.

Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book Now in its 27th year of publication, Hugh Johnson?s authoritative work is deservedly regarded as the wine-lovers bible. Written with wit and extensive knowledge, this is the only annual wine guide you will need.

The Ledge Combining a quirky cast of characters and intriguing plot, this is the sharp, perceptive and gripping first novel from acclaimed writer Blanaid McKinney.

Rapture Following the critical acclaim lavished on Evening, Susan Minot returns with a powerfully erotic tale of lost love, reminiscent of Hanif Kureishi?s Intimacy.

The World?s Must-See Places This stunningly illustrated book reveals over 100 of the world?s greatest sights, from ancient temples to soaring Gothic cathedrals and Art Deco skyscrapers.

In the Moon of Red Ponies Award-winning author James Lee Burke is consistently hailed as one of America?s finest crime writers. His fourth novel featuring Texas Ranger turned lawyer Billy Bob Holland is an utterly compelling and haunting read.

Life Of Pi The book that saw off heavyweight opposition to win the 2002 Booker Prize, Life of Pi is a hugely acclaimed, extraordinary piece of fiction that demands to be read.

SOE Syllabus: Lessons in ungentlemanly warfare, WWII Part of the National Archives? Secret History series, here is the SOE syllabus in its entirety, designed to provide a complete education in how to conduct highly dangerous missions behind enemy lines.

Immunity Foods For Healthy Kids A healthy immune system is a key factor in our children?s health. Here trained nutritionist and specialist in children?s health, Lucy Burney, shows you how to boost your child?s immune system naturally through their diet.

Curb The Carb Do you suffer from fatigue, mood swings and brain fog? Feel bloated and dizzy after eating potatoes, bread and pasta? Find it difficult to shift excess fat? If so then maybe it?s time to Curb the Carb.

The Wagamama Cookbook The Wagamama restaurant chain is renowned for its fresh, quick and delicious Japanese cuisine and these 120 recipes share the culinary secrets that have won Wagamama popularity all over the world.

Cracking Animation Have you ever wondered what lies behind the success of films like The Wrong Trousers? This book takes you behind the scenes at the company that produced the Oscar-winning Wallace and Gromit films, Aardman Animations.

Jamaica Street Sally Warboyes is back, with another heart-warming, incident-packed, brilliantly authentic East End saga, the third in the trilogy that began with Where Sparrows Nest and Time Will Tell. Compulsive reading.

Sabriel Winner of two awards, Garth Nix?s Sabriel introduces the magical heroine the world has been waiting for. With an effortlessly drawn alternate reality, the story grips from the first page.

Star Wars: Labyrinth of Evil The prequel to Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, this book covers the crucial events that lead directly up to the devastating climax in Episode III.

Design & the Decorative Arts: Tudor and Stuart Britain 1500 - 1714 The lavishly illustrated Tudor and Stuart section of the V&Afs acclaimed Design & the Decorative Arts 1500 - 1714 is available here for the first time as a single volume and in paperback.

The Babes in the Wood A tightly written and hauntingly atmospheric read from the award-winning Ruth Rendell, author of Harm Done. Chief Inspector Wexford?s 19th case is one that will test even his much-vaunted sleuthing powers.

Chosen Prey The highly acclaimed author of Easy Prey hits the bullseye with this dark and tense tale of internet pornography, serial strangulation and deadly psychological games.

The Eskimo In The Net Gerard Beirne has rightly been acclaimed as one of the best ?New Irish Writers?. For his full literary debut, he has composed an engrossing story about friendship, identity and obsession.

The Terrible Teens Advice on those tricky teenage years has been thin on the ground, until now. Packed with information and advice, The Terrible Teens will reassure those parents anxious about this tense period.

London 1945 The year of wartime victory, 1945, represents an important chapter in London?s history. Bestselling historian Maureen Waller draws on primary sources to give a lively account of this crucial period.

The Occult First published in 1979, Colin Wilson?s classic guidebook to the mysterious and intriguing world of The Occult has undisputedly remained the definitive guide to all the mind-expanding experiences and discoveries of the 20th century.

Robot Sumo: The Official Guide Place two small autonomous robots against each other in the ring and see which one is strong enough to push the other out. Robot Sumo is the latest craze in robot combat.

Images of War: Battle of the Bulge All the drama of the Battle of the Bulge is captured in brilliant black and white photographs in this book. Many images, from previously untapped US archives, have never before been made available for public consumption.

Railways in Retrospect 1: LNER In Transition Over half a century ago, the Big Four were taken into state control. Using previously unpublished photographs, this volume looks at the LNER?s transformation into BR between 1947 and 1953.

The Return of the Naked Chef Looks good, tastes great. Whether you want him or his recipes, you?ve come to the right place. Oliver?s mouth-watering recipe book promises maximum results with minimum fuss.

DK Amazing Art Attack Stuff Collect some bits and pieces, grab your pencils and paints ? let?s have a giant Art Attack! Following on from the massively successful TV series and books, here?s a bumper edition of the very best Art Attack ideas.

Once Upon A Time Upon A Nest Featuring lovely pictures by talented newcomer Rebecca Harry, Jonathan Emmett?s touching, beautiful story about a late bloomer will touch the hearts of all who share it.

Annabel Karmel?s Favourite Family Recipes Are you serving the same old meals to your family, week in, week out? If so, help is at hand from the bestselling author and leading authority on feeding the family quick, stress-free, healthy and tasty food, Annabel Karmel.

HTML & Web Artistry 2: More Than Code Find out what web designers need to know to achieve sophisticated page layouts through the use of innovative typography, animation, and interactive effects.

Body Double Fans of Karin Slaughter and Kathy Reichs will race through this terrifying new thriller from Tess Gerritsen. Tense and compelling, it?s the most exciting and devastating case yet for pathologist Maura Isles.

The In-Between World of Vikram Lall A passionate, human story, as well as a vivid retelling of history. Vassanji, twice the winner of the Canadian Giller Prize, will be one to watch on the international stage.

Starting to Paint If you want to start painting and have decided on watercolour, then this is the book for you. Here you?ll receive a complete course in tips and techniques that will help you produce some impressive work.

How To Be A Gardener Book 1 Learn all the basic principles of gardening from the UK?s favourite garden expert Alan Titchmarsh.

Brother And Sister A new Joanna Trollope novel is always a major event and Brother and Sister doesn?t disappoint. Set in Gloucestershire and written in a graceful, gritty style, this is a compelling family drama.

Waffen-SS Handbook 1933-1945 The Waffen-SS were the tough elite of Hitler?s army. This rigorous reference work, which includes a chronology and many previously unpublished photographs, follows the force from inception to disbandment.

The Emperor's Last Victory
This is a major reappraisal of the Battle of Wagram by one of the world?s leading Napoleonic experts, and the first to tell the story from the perspective of both sides.

Beyond Black We?ve waited for a new novel from the peerless Hilary Mantel for six long years, and this hilarious black comedy of life after death, love and secrets confirms her status as one of Britain?s most respected writers.

Extraordinary Gathering Of Angels Anyone with an interest in Angels and their meanings will absolutely love this fresh and unique study of the celestial beings from the Judeo-Christian tradition filled with over 250 spectacular angel artworks.

Tolkien's World Ideal for both the casual reader and Tolkien enthusiast alike, this beautifully illustrated guide traces the sources that inspired Tolkien in creating Middle-earth.

The Adventure of English Accompanying the ITV series, this vivid account by leading author Melvyn Bragg traces the story of English from beginnings as a German dialect to its position today as a global tongue.

The Return Of The Naked Chef 'Britain's most exciting chef . . . His straightforward yet sensational recipes prove exactly why.' - Daily Mail

Twisted The first collection of short stories by the acclaimed psychological thriller writer Jeffery Deaver. Some are award-winning, most haven?t been published in the UK before and all are brilliantly twisted.

Executive Power Vince Flynn?s fifth thriller could well push him into the ranks of Tom Clancy and Clive Cussler. This latest high-velocity adventure for Mitch Rapp sizzles with tension, intrigue and a highly topical plot.

Spike: An Intimate Memoir An honest and deeply personal portrait of the late, great Spike Milligan, a man of many talents and faces ? affectionately recounted by his close friend and agent Norma Farnes.

Castles Of God From the humble churches of the Anglo-Scottish borders to the Dalai Lama?s Potala Palace, Castles of God is a wide-ranging exploration of fortified religious buildings around the world.

The Italian Quarter For anyone who loved Lucia Lucia, or who comes from a large and noisy family, or has loved Italy, Domenica de Rosa?s debut novel is a warm and satisfying tale of Italian immigrants to London.

The Story Of The West An authoritative illustrated account which uses the pictorial resources of the Smithsonian Institution and other collections to tell the story of the American West?s key events and personalities.

Guerrilla The history of guerrilla warfare is complex and murky, but it comes alive in this engrossing book. It focuses on the actions and personalities of the charismatic leaders who had the nerve to put political philosophies into practise.

The OC Novelisation 1: The Outsider The Outsider, the first novelisation of The O. C., is packed with all the conflict, romance, great characters and on-the-knuckle issues that fans of the show have come to expect.

Guess How Much I Love You Settle down with the 10th anniversary edition of modern classic Guess How Much I Love You. Anita Jeram?s pictures and Sam McBratney?s story are as perfect as they come.

Rude Kids The creator of Viz tells the fascinating story of the magazine, from a tatty rag produced in his Newcastle bedroom to its establishment as one of the bestselling monthlies in the UK.

Sara Payne: A Mother's Story The brave mother of the murdered schoolgirl Sarah Payne tells her story for the first time ? a story of the aftermath of a tragedy and of her campaign for Sarah?s Law.

EDCL: The Complete Coursebook for Microsoft Office XP Revised and updated to reflect the latest version of the ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) syllabus, using popular business software ? Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Office XP, and Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.

The Bad Apple The Bad Apple is the new title in the From The Heart series. A touching and powerful tale of adversity and survival, this debut novel marks out Rosie Goodwin as a major talent.

Never Surrender Michael Dobbs continues the success of Winston?s War with the second part of his trilogy focusing on our Greatest Briton. Tense, exciting and well-paced, Dobbs has brilliantly recreated Churchill?s ? and Britain?s ? darkest hours.

The Field Marshal's Revenge: the Breakdown of a Special Relationship This fascinating study of the relationship between Eisenhower and Montgomery gives a flesh and blood portrait of two of the most charismatic figures of World War Two.

Things to do to Play And Learn Open this book for a tremendous selection of activities and games for children aged 2 to 6. Richly illustrated and highly readable, it offers an enjoyable way maximise your child?s potential.

M 16: The History of the Rifle
This is the story of the M 16, sure to be of enormous interest to collectors and military history buffs. Packed with more than 200 full colour images and 200 black and white photos, it shows every version, variant and accessory.

The Men in Your Life In this stunning new edition of a 1960s classic, the inimitable author of A Guide to Elegance imparts her pearls of wisdom on a subject of crucial importance to every woman ? Man.

Fabulous Science: Fact and Fiction in the History of Scientific Discovery Harvard research fellow John Waller debunks many of science?s great myths, exposing the flukes, cheats and misconceptions that played a part in some of the ?great? breakthroughs of the past.

Fleshmarket Close This may be the fifteenth novel in the Rebus series, but Fleshmarket Close is just as fresh and compelling as Rankin?s earlier novels. Complex and disturbing, this proves to be one of Rebus?s most personal cases yet.

Abel's Daughter/For the Sake of Her Child An exclusive edition of Meg Hutchinson?s first two stirring, passionate family dramas. Keep the tissues handy, they are sure to tug at your heartstrings!

Power Of A Woman Set among Ireland?s wealthy, glamorous set, Suzanne Higgins? debut novel is a sizzling tale of how the other half live. Perfect beach reading in the style of Jilly Cooper!

Go Ask Alice A lot of teenagers take drugs and run away -some never make it back. This is Alice's true story.

Finest & Darkest Hours Historian Kevin Jefferys takes an enjoyable ? and often controversial ? backward glance at 12 key events in British politics, from Churchill?s accession to the premiership to the rise of New Labour.

Perkin Perkin Warbeck?s claim to be the younger of the ?Princes in the Tower? is among English history?s most compelling puzzles. Ann Wroe delves into Europe?s secret past to tell his astonishing tale.

I, Fatty Jerry Stahl, the celebrated author of Permanent Midnight, brings his brilliant, unique narrative style to the story of the rise and fall of Fatty Arbuckle, once the world?s best-loved screen actor.

Jimmy The Hand Raymond E. Feist returns to the Riftwar for the third volume in his collaborative fantasy series. Together with Steve Stirling, he tells the tale of Jimmy the Hand, one of the Riftwar?s most colourful characters.

Streets Of Belfast Following on from the bestselling Streets of London, this volume is a superb photographic tribute to the many distinctive features of Belfast road transport in the quarter-century after the end of WWII.

I, Michelangelo In this vibrant portrait, Michelangelo?s own words narrate events in his life, while numerous vividly clear and detailed illustrations capture the true brilliance of his oeuvre.

Fit For Your Shape Written by personal trainer to the stars, Matt Roberts, Fit for Your Shape offers workouts to help you make the most of your specific body shape ? be it pear, apple, tube or hourglass.

Somebody Caron is a young and successful business woman enjoying the fast pace of New York when a shocking piece of news turns her world upside down.

Tracing Your Irish Ancestors 2nd Edition Tracing Your Irish Ancestors is already well established as the standard guide book for Irish genealogy, and this fully revised and expanded edition has everything you need to explore your family history.

How To Read A Church This lively, accessible guide to the images, symbols and meanings in churches and cathedrals will fascinate anyone who wants to know more about these incredible buildings.

Darling Judi As a celebration of Dame Judi Dench?s 70th birthday, this superb book is filled with tributes from fellow actors and writers, and photographs from her personal collection.

A Cuckoo In Candle Lane Set in post-war Battersea, Kitty Neale?s powerful debut novel boasts all the classic saga ingredients ? family drama, romance, authenticity and courageous female characters. Perfect for fans of Maureen Lee and Sally Worboyes.

Disraeli The flamboyant Disraeli was certainly one of the most fascinating and complex 19th-century figures. England?s popular historical writer brings us the most entertaining biography of Benjamin Disraeli yet.