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Caesarea Philippi World authority John Francis Wilson provides the first fully comprehensive history of the city of Banias, or ancient Caesarea Philippi, which was located 20 miles north of the Sea of Galilee.

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Dickens: Public Life and Private Passion To accompany the BBC TV series, Peter Ackroyd delves into the private life behind the public face of Charles Dickens in this fascinating illustrated biography.

* Feeding Nelson Navy This is the first modern survey of the entire process of naval provisioning. It challenges common depictions of rotten meet and weevil-packed biscuits. Expertly researched, this book is both historically detailed and an entertaining read

13 Friday the 13th is a day of bad omen and architects regularly omit the 13th floor. But where does this idea come from? Does it have any basis in mythology, religion, or mathematics? This is the fascinating story of unlucky 13.

In Your Dreams If you?ve had a bad day at the office order this! Tom Holt?s hilarious take on work environments involves slaying dragons and fighting goblins - it will make you kiss your boss tomorrow!

Western Steam Farewell John Walter Page recorded the Western Region in transition between the late ?50s and early ?60s. His photographs re-create that era when steam was being rapidly displaced by diesel traction.

George Hudson George Hudson was among the leading entrepreneurs behind 19th-century Britain?s railways. This accessible, well-researched biography examines this complex man and his turbulent career.

Medieval Combat Translated into English for the first time, Hans Talhoffer?s practical guide to fighting makes a unique historic record and visual guide for modern practitioners.

Saucer Rip-roaring action-adventure abounds in the sequel to the bestselling Saucer, featuring ice-cool Rip Cantrell and beautiful test pilot Charley Pine in a sci-fi thriller that makes Top Gun look like Airplane!

The Chambers Dictionary (9th Edition) This major new edition brings The Chambers Dictionary up to date for the 21st century, with over 10,000 new words and meanings including nearly 3,000 new main entry words.

The Honeymoon In this assured debut novel, Justin Haythe dissects the marriage of dissolute, rich Gordon and cab driver?s daughter Annie. Set in London and Venice, this novel is subtle, layered and unusual.

Command and Control on the Western Front This path-breaking study by leading historians of the First World War moves forward the debate about British generalship by examining the practicalities of command at all levels on the Western Front.

The Desperate Remedy Vividly capturing the court of King James and the deadly underworld of Jacobean London, Martin Stephen?s superb debut novel is a tense and atmospheric tale of gunpowder, treason and plot.

Beginning PHP, Apache and MySQL Web Development Beginning PHP, Apache and MySQL Web Development expertly enables programmers to quickly create a professional looking, functional site using the open source model while showing how to build two fully functioning applications on Linux or Windows.

Star Wars: Survivor's Quest Luke Skywalker and his Jedi wife Mara Jade embark on an exciting and dangerous mission to combat an insidious enemy and salvage a part of Jedi history. Is this the end for the Jedi?

The Playroom John Connor?s debut novel Phoenix was well received thanks to its gritty authenticity and appealing heroine DC Karen Sharpe. Now Karen is back in a compelling race to find a missing child.

Everything you ever wanted to ask about willies and other boy's bits Don?t Panic about Puberty!

Here?s everything you never wanted to ask ? but need to know ? about willies! And it's illustrated with funny and sympathetic cartoons.

Scandimodern Natural timber and stone, blonde wood furniture, roaring fires, elegant glassware, candles: this inspirational book shows you how to recreate Scandinavian style in your home.

Marie Claire Kitchen Marie Claire cook books are renowned for their fresh, simple and stylish recipes. This stunning new book brings together the best recipes from previous Marie Claire titles and dozens of brand new recipes.

Remembering D-Day To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the D-Day landings here is a remarkable collection of personal histories told in the words of some of the thousands who were there.

Metro Underground railways now flourish in over 200 cities around the globe. This entertaining and highly illustrated account takes an amazing journey through many of the world?s finest metros.

The Eclipse of the Big Gun The period between 1906 and 1945 saw the evolution of the warship?s characteristic design. The age?s mighty vessels are examined in this extensively illustrated and detailed volume.

Luftwaffe Secret Projects: Ground Attack & Special Purpose Aircraft Fascinating for all aviation enthusiasts this book lifts the lid on some of the most revolutionary new aviation concepts being devised by the enemy during World War II.

Home Emergency Guide Packed with advice on a broad range of emergency situations ? from broken bones to blocked drains, power failures to floods ? this is an essential reference guide for any home, school or office!

Travels with a Medieval Queen Immaculately researched, this fascinating account of Queen Constance of Sicily?s journey from Germany to Palermo to take up her crown fully captures the atmosphere of the turbulent second half of the 12th century.

Hack Attacks Denied: A Complete Guide to Network Lockdown for UNIX, Windows, and Linux, 2nd Edition John Chirillo is back and ready to help you outsmart the next generation of intruders!

The Lady of the Sorrows A long-awaited return to a truly breathtaking fantasy world, where outposts of humanity thrive in a hostile world gripped by fairy magic and the incursions of the dread Unseelie.

League Extraordinary Gentlemen 2 Mixing legend, myth, classical literature and pulp fantasy, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen has gone from strength to strength. This paperback edition includes special supplemental material not found in the original comics.

The Big Milly- Molly- Mandy Storybook This gorgeous new full-colour gift collection of Milly Molly Mandy stories has been specially produced to celebrate the 75th birthday of Joyce Lankester Brisley?s endearing character.

Mr Starlight The character of Mr Starlight was inspired by the legendary Liberace, but it is Graham?s irresistible characterisations of the Boff boys and their working-class Birmingham family that make this book a glittering gem.

Sparrows Of Sycamore Road Packed with colourful characters and following the wartime fortunes of the indomitable Sparrow family, Pamela Evans?s new saga perfectly conjures up the atmosphere of London during the Blitz.

Missfit The author of smash hit Marsha Mellow and Me has come up trumps with this hilarious laugh-a-minute romp. You?ll laugh, you?ll cry, you?ll join a gym!

Zen In recent years Zen Buddhism has had a profound influence in the West ? it?s mixture of simplicity, wisdom and humour has been a source of inspiration and guidance for many people embarking on a spiritual path.

Catherine De Medici Drawing on original sources, this first biography of Catherine Medici in English for many years challenges the popular perception of one of 16th-century France?s most powerful political figures as evil incarnate.

A Complicated Kindness A UK debut from multi-award-winning Canadian writer Toews. This is a beautifully drawn portrait of a human being in crisis and marks the emergence of a significant new writer.

The Black and Tans Named after a famous pack of wild dogs in County Limerick, the tough, brutal Black and Tans were the most despised and feared regiment stationed in Ireland in the 1920s.

Amiens 1918 Thirty years in the writing, Amiens 1918 is the first book to study the battle in minute detail. The authors take us on a vivid journey into the trenches, the tanks and the cockpits.

Battle of the Bulge Based on a series of fascinating ?What ifs? posed by leading military historians, this new alternative history reconstructs the moments during the Battle of the Bulge which could have altered the course of WWII and led to a German victory.

Ten Minute Hips and Thighs Following on from the hugely successful Ten Minute Tums and Bums, this book contains over 50 easy exercises that can be neatly slotted into your hectic schedule.

Wodehouse: A Life We know him as a comic genius, and prolific bestselling author, but who was Pelham Grenville Wodehouse? Robert McCrum, the highly respected literary editor of The Observer sets out to reveal the man behind the whimsy.

Britain's Historic Railway Buildings From still-operational structures to forgotten gems, let leading railway historian Gordon Biddle take you on a fascinating architectural journey around Britain?s vast railway network.

Mistress of the Catacombs Continuing the bestselling fantasy saga, this is the fourth instalment of David Drake?s popular ? and ongoing ? Lord of the Isles series, following on from Servant of the Dragon.

A Dog's Best Friend In her bestseller The Dog Listener, Jan Fennell revolutionised the way we relate to our dogs. In this latest book she outlines how we can become even more understanding companions to our pets.

International Arts and Crafts The Arts and Crafts movement revolutionised the role of art. This catalogue for the major V&A exhibition provides the first true picture of its global significance.

The Know-It-All Part memoir and part education (or lack thereof), The Know-It-All chronicles A. J. Jacobs?s hilarious and seemingly impossible quest to read the entire Encyclopedia Britannica from A to Z.

Mr Timothy Timothy Cratchit of ?A Christmas Carol? is the star of this dazzling Victorian murder mystery. Memorable characters, rich atmosphere and sparkling dry wit make Mr Timothy the perfect antidote to an overdose of Christmas cheer.

The Monarchy of England Volume 1: The Beginnings How has the monarchy shaped England?s past? In this companion to the Channel 4 TV series, leading historian David Starkey gives a ground-breaking overview of the early kings and queens of England.

Last Witness This stunning sequel to Retribution returns to Miami where two years on, sociopath William Bantling is awaiting his end on Death Row.

Bad Dirt Following on the success of her acclaimed short story collection Close Range, Pulitzer-prizewinner Annie Proulx has produced another set of gritty, funny and touching tales of the people of her home state, Wyoming.

Wake-Up Workout Whatever your age or fitness level, this programme of morning workouts will boost your metabolism, increase your energy levels and raise your self-esteem in just ten minutes a day.

Absolute Beginner's Guide To Creating Web Pages Have you always wanted your own website but don?t know where to start? This book covers everything you need to know, from basic HTML and web publishing to adding multimedia and java content.

Timoleon Vieta Come Home Hot publisher Canongate have signed up another star in the shape of Dan Rhodes who has written a distinctive, funny and utterly lovable debut novel.

Ancient Weapons in Britain Few books have looked at how ancient weapons were made and used in combat. Expert Logan Thompson sheds fascinating new light on the practise of early warfare.

Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination After a long wait, the author who kick-started chick-lit with Bridget Jones? Diary is back with a brand-new heroine for our times in this hilarious mix of comedy crime caper and romping thriller.

Forged By Fire When WWI started, ordinary British people volunteered for service in large numbers. Using the 7th Somerset Light Infantry as an example, this book reveals the sharp learning curve that awaited them.

A Burning Hunger Lynda Schuster tells the story of the remarkable Mashinini family from Soweto in their black liberation struggle. In so doing, she paints a gripping portrait of the last decade of South Africa?s apartheid.

CCNA Self-Study: CCNA Basics Focused on networking techniques, terminology and technology, CCNA Basics gives professional training for CCNA without requiring previous experience. Design, configure and manage small networks on completion of the course.

Watercolour: Foundation Course Magnificent illustrations on every page of this great practical manual demonstrate how a broad range of watercolour techniques can be achieved - from the basic to the adventurous.

The Fat Ladies Club 2 Following the huge success of The Fat Ladies Club, mums Hilary, Andrea, Sarah and Lyndsey return to tell us, in hilarious detail, of their experiences of the first five years of motherhood.

Introducing Hinduism Hinduism is said to be the world?s oldest religion, and is also one of the most complex and apparently contradictory. Here Vinay Lal explains the key philosophical, literary, mythological and cultural traditions of Hinduism.

The Railway Paintings of Malcolm Root Faithfully recording the heyday of steam traction, 45 examples of his best works are collected here, with accompanying pencil sketches specially commissioned for this book and the artist?s own observations and comments.

Shark Trouble The author of Jaws turns from fiction to fact as he shares his dramatic real-life experiences on and under the sea and offers advice on how to stay safe in the ocean.

Brilliance Of The Moon Lian Hearn?s Tales of the Otori trilogy, full of Oriental clans, honour and revenge captured readers? imaginations. Now, here is the eagerly awaited conclusion to the series.

Peter Pan & Wendy Children will treasure this story of the little boy who never grew up, and the girl who followed him to Never Never Land. This is a special centenary edition with captivating illustrations.

Combat Legend: Messerschmitt Bf109 The Messerschmitt was the arch-enemy of the Spitfire. Discover the advantages and disadvantages to flying this mighty craft as well as the tactics employed by pilots to get the best out of it.

Fergus Crane Can Fergus and his winged horse rescue his schoolmates from a remote pirate island? Find out in this fast-paced, exciting and hilarious adventure story, set in a world where magic is never far away. From the creators of the bestselling Edge Chronicles.Dr Ali's Weight Loss Plan Written by celebrity health expert Dr Ali, this book will help you discover why you are prone to excess weight before offering advice on the most suitable weight loss programme for your body type.

Polly And The North Star Where?s Polly?s dad gone? Alaska!

Illustrated with stunningly colourful paintings, this touching story has a strong ecological theme. Polly?s dad has gone to Alaska to save the animals, and every night she follows him in her dreams . . .

The Pinocchio Syndrome With the scientific smarts of Michael Crichton, the pace of Tom Clancy and the tension of Frederick Forsyth this electrifying new author certainly knows how to tell a story.

Secrets Of The People Whisperer Discover how the subtle art of true communication ? the spiritual essence of unconditional love ? can enhance your life. Learn how to communicate effectively with others, with your environment and, most importantly yourself.

The Race for the Lost Keystone Leaving no fantasy stone unturned in the course of its white-knuckle plot, The Race for the Lost Keystone is a debut of stunning imagination. All adventure-lovers owe themselves a copy!

Burning Girl Mark Billingham makes a departure from the serial killer thriller with his latest case for DI Tom Thorne. His customary humour, suspense and gritty London setting are still in place, making The Burning Girl is his best work yet.

The Christmas Train Planes, Trains and Automobiles meets Murder on the Orient Express in this festive tale from rising thriller star David Baldacci.

Living the Dream A delightful cocktail of Irish charm and Hollywood glamour from the bestselling author of A Perfect Life. Cleo Dowling wins the lottery and moves to a small village in Connemara to fulfil a life-long dream and write her book.

The Eagle's Prey Simon Scarrow?s fast-paced, blood-soaked tales set in Roman Britain have won him legions of fans. This fifth thrilling addition to the series finds the Romans still struggling to subdue the Barbarian hordes.

Teeth of The Tiger Written with the cutting-edge authenticity that is the hallmark of Clancy, The Teeth of the Tiger opens the door to a new hero ready to face the latest threat to national security . . .

Titanic: A Night Remembered Ever since the Titanic sank, the reasons for the tragedy and the reactions of passengers and crew have aroused debate. This vivid account tells the story of the voyage and follows ten of those who died.

The Incredibles: Interactive Play-a-sound Book Never fear, the Incredibles are here -? in the official Play-a-sound book! Disney Pixar?s hilarious movie is retold here in abbreviated form, with great sound effects and a board game too.

*Think Yourself Trim Gloria Thomas, bestselling author of 10 Minute Tums and Bums, offers a revolutionary new programme to help you combat destructive eating habits and get trim ? from the inside out.

Having A Lovely Time Jenny Eclair remains the only female comedian ever to have won the Perrier Comedy Award. Her first novel, Camberwell Beauty was a runaway bestseller, and this long-awaited second novel guarantees her place as a first-class comic writer as well.

Little Field Marshal In this definitive account, Richard Holmes considers the life and times of Sir John French, WWI general and a man who never shied away from controversy.

New London Interiors This breathtaking, electrifying book is so cutting-edge that it should come with a health warning! The essential inspiration and sourcebook for contemporary ?lifestylists?, it only features 21st century projects.

Aethelred The Unready An engaging study providing an alternative view of the notoriously ?ill-advised? monarch who, despite many Danish invasions and much internal strife, reigned largely unchallenged for 38 years.

Lord John and the Private Matter Featuring Lord John Grey, a character from Diana Gabaldon?s bestselling ?Outlander? novels, this is the first in a thrilling new series of tales that bring 18th century Britain to life.

Prophecies Ranging across all continents and 4,000 years of history, this is an extensive overview of the practices and practitioners, spine-chilling foresights and ludicrous failures of the phenomenon of prophecy.

Lost Photographs of the RNLI This is a remarkable collection of 37 photographs borrowed from the RNLI in 1948 by the American explorer Amos Burg. They were recently rediscovered in a shack that belonged to him in Juneau, Alaska.

Autumn Bridge Following the phenomenal success of the epic Cloud of Sparrows, Takashi Matsuoka offers a worthy sequel which is just as spellbinding and sensual. East meets West and love transcends time, tradition and expectation.

What About Me? Told in the form of emails and diary entries, this witty novel looks with a refreshing twist at family life. Perfect for all mothers who want to know what their teenage childen are thinking!

D-Day: The first 24 hours In any military operation throughout history, few days have been as crucial as 6 June, 1944. Explore beach-by-beach the events of the first 24 hours of the Normandy landings in this comprehensive book.

Introducing Stephen Hawking Stephen Hawking is a world famous physicist, but few people outside his field know what he as done. If you want to learn more about his breathtaking contribution to science, this is the perfect place to start.

Ceramics Both a practical guide and a colourful introduction to the world of ceramics from around the globe, this is a unique sourcebook for anyone making or collecting pottery.

Past and Present 13: North-West, West and South-West London Railway scenes in the capital, as they were decades ago and as they are now. This volume concentrates on the western railway termini in London and their radial lines.

Hitler's Praetorians While the SS were the elite corps of the Nazi party, their military arm, the Waffen-SS, held a similar position in the army. In this complete overview of the Waffen-SS, the history and structure of the organisation are detailed.

Walker Flip-Flap Books x5 Surprises, twists in the tail and inventive use of flaps to bring these colourful Flip-Flap books to life. Created by Walker Books? top authors and illustrators, each is uniquely special.

The Usborne Illustrated Dictionary of Maths Exam success in mathematics is just around the corner thanks to a superb mix of in-depth content, crystal-clear presentation and internet links, offering solid support for Key Stage Three.

The Graft Martina Cole has long enjoyed the title of ?queen of London?s gangland? with her gritty, powerful and raw crime fiction. Now she turns her considerable talents to a highly controversial and topical subject.

The Bonfire of the Vanities Acutely observed and brilliantly written, Tom Wolfe?s debut novel is a timeless satirical masterpiece that captures perfectly the excesses of ?80s consumerism.

Blenheim: Battle for Europe One of the largest encounters on European soil before the Napoleonic Wars, the Battle of Blenheim saw Louis XIV?s dream of dominating Europe crushed by The Duke of Marlborough and Prince Eugene of Savoy.

The Strange Laws of Old England Nigel Cawthorne has unearthed an extraordinary (and sometimes hilarious) collection of the most bizarre and arcane laws enacted in England over the centuries ? some of which, incredibly, are still in force.

What We've Lost The long-standing editor of Vanity Fair ? hailed as the ?King of New York? ? laments the disastrous effects of the Bush presidency and argues that his re-election will be seen by the world as a hostile act.

Willow At Christmas One of those rare stories that captures just how Christmas feels to a child, this beautiful book comes with a charming pop-up advent calendar in the shape of Willow?s farmhouse.

Revise AS Geography Based on an intensive one-week course, these books are designed to give students all they need to get the grades they want at AS level.

Garden Of Beasts Master of psychological suspense Jeffery Deaver takes us back to Nazi Germany for his latest thriller. Packed with intrigue, action and Deaver?s trademark twists, Garden of Beasts will dazzle existing fans and new readers.

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Confessions of an Heiress The outrageous, ultimate ?It Girl?, Paris Hilton, gives a privileged glimpse into her fabulous, fun life and offers a tongue-in-chic guide on how to cut-it as an heiress.

Whiteout Bestselling author Ken Follett has embarked on a new challenge with his latest novel. Blending human drama with scientific conspiracy, he has created a brilliantly readable and well-crafted thriller.

Unholy Love Her wonderful gift for old-fashioned storytelling has made Meg Hutchinson more popular with every book. Her new novel, a powerful tale of dark passions and forbidden love, will have your pulse racing at every twist in her enthralling plot.

Demonized Edgar Allan Poe meets Irvine Welsh in this collection of 17 sinister stories, designed to fill your waking hours with dark fears and nervous laughter, from the acknowledged master of the short, sharp shock.

Celestine Prophecy The Celestine Prophecy is a phenomenal word-of-mouth success: ten million copies have been sold and it is translated into over 35 languages. Discover its magic in this 10th Anniversary edition.

An Author's Guide to Publishing/Writing for Pleasure & Profit A set of two of the Creative Writing master's most popular books.

The Shelters Of Stone Ayla and Jondalar end their epic cross-continental journey, arriving at the Ninth Cave of the Zelandonii, Jondalar?s family home. At first, the tribe are wary of this striking girl with her tame wolf and pet horse, but they are gradually won over by her g

Good Food: Christmas Made Easy BBC Good Food Magazine brings together a wealth of expertise from some of the country?s best-loved celebrity chefs to help make catering for Christmas as easy as possible.

Leaving Home Booker Prize winner Anita Brookner presents a beautifully crafted tale of a young woman?s struggle to find purpose and fulfilment amid the uncertainties of modern life.

Girl Of Her Time Drawing on her own experiences of growing up in the Staffordshire Potteries, Margaret Kaine?s gripping new saga follows the rollercoaster fortunes of one young woman through the 1950s.

Bad Boy Jack A hasty decision leads to tragedy in this unforgettable novel from an author whose dramatic tales of life in England?s North Country have touched the hearts of millions of readers.

The Princess Diaries: Give Me Five The fifth book in the phenomenally successful Princess Diaries series that has also taken the cinema by storm, Give Me Five will win Princess Mia even more fans than before.

That Book Love pub quizzes, gameshows, Trivial Pursuit or celebrity gossip? Trivia addicts everywhere will be hooked by this compulsively addictive book ? think Schott?s Miscellany but with even more facts!

Jigs And Reels With her first ever collection of short stories, Joanne Harris has presented us with a platter full of irresistibly wicked canapTs. We have no choice but to devour them gluttonously.

Ring Road If you?re a fan of small town tales like Garrison Keillor?s Lake Wobegon books, you?ll love this warm and witty novel from Ian Sansom, author of the heartwarming The Truth about Babies.

AA Pet Friendly Guide 2005 This updated 2005 edition of the bestselling AA guide, now in association with Iams, features over 1700 pet-friendly hotels and B&Bs in Britain and Ireland. Now your pet can come on holiday too!

The Survivors Club Lisa Gardner is set to be the new star of women?s thriller writing, and this is her strongest offering to date, combining explosive plotting with a truly gripping story line.

Fauna Britannica The result of over four years of wide-ranging research, this richly illustrated book offers a unique celebration of British wildlife and its influence on our customs, folklore, beliefs and traditions.

Dictionary of Languages No other book explains the real human context of languages as this acclaimed dictionary. Comprehensively detailing more than 400 languages in a clear A-Z style, it?s an essential reference for all linguists.

Star Trek: Other Realities (Graphic Novel) After a break of several years, this all-new graphic novel spans all the Star Trek generations to feature your favourite characters in short-story format.

The Pursuit Of Happiness Set amidst the dynamic optimism of post-war New York, Douglas Kennedy?s latest is a brilliant departure for him: a tragic love story; a tale of divided loyalties and an intimate epic of immense emotional power.

Barry Trotter and the Shameless Parody In the tradition of Bored of the Rings, this is something special for both lovers and haters of the phenomenon that is Harry Potter (and all that goes with it).

The Renaissance Spectacular, sensual, majestic and magnificent ? that is Renaissance art. Compiling all the magnificent Renaissance paintings, together with the best in sculpture and architecture, here?s a book that really does it justice.

Tracing Your Scottish Ancestors: The Official Guide If your roots lie in Scotland, then this updated guide (published in association with the National Archives of Scotland) will tell you everything you need to know in order to trace your ancestors.

Accomodating Brocolli in the Cemetary This delightful, quick-footed book celebrates the English language by exploring the rich treasure house of spelling in all its variety ? setting tests and proposing rules, with illuminating quotations and tantalising lists.

Mothership Set in a post-apocalyptic future, this is a highly original and witty epic science-fantasy from John Brosnan, author of the Skylords trilogy and one of sci-fi?s great ironic commentators.

Steel Rain Blistering pace, dynamic yet authentic action and a remarkable new voice in thriller writing make Steel Rain a debut that every thriller fan must have.

Natural Beauty In this sensitive, sensual collection, the award-winning photographer reveals exactly why he is known as ?the master of mood?. Alongside nude studies, there are works that feature calming landscapes and flowers.

Miller's Antiques Price Guide 2005 Miller?s price guide is the definitive volume used by professional auctioneers, dealers and collectors alike. In its 25-year history it has built a peerless reputation for reliability, conciseness and ease of use.

The Burned Children of America Introduced by our very own Zadie Smith this is a snapshot of the best in American short stories and your chance to see the literary stars of the future in their element.

Introducing Linguistics Linguistics has uncovered many surprising and fascinating things about the nature of our human language faculty, but these findings are often presented in opaque technical terms. Introducing Linguistics demystifies the subject.

The Apologist As the restaurant critic for The Observer, Jay Rayner is well placed to cook up this dark and witty tale. It?s a brilliant, biting satire on international politics, and he has nothing to apologise for!

Flight: 100 Years of Aviation Relive the excitement of a century of flight ? from the Wright Brothers to the latest jet planes, this beautifully illustrated book is a superb tribute to 100 years of airborne innovation and adventure.

Dilbert: What Do You Call A Sociopath In A Cubicle? . . . A Co-Worker With their jaundiced and superbly observed view of office life, Dilbert cartoons have become hugely popular. This latest Dilbert collection brings you over 200 pages of hilarity and horribly familiar scenarios.

The Exile Allan Folsom hit the big time with The Day After Tomorrow and now he returns with ferociously exciting new thriller. Gut-wrenchingly tense from the outset, The Exile is a must for fans of Robert Ludlum.

XD Operations XD Operations is the first account of the thrilling operations by the Kent Fortress Royal Engineers, a small Territorial Army Unit given the largest demolition programme ever undertaken by the Royal Engineers.

The Shilling Doctor Written with great warmth and passion and packed with fascinating historical detail, this heart-warming novel from the author of That Monroe Girl follows the fortunes of an independent young woman.

Encounters Published to accompany a major exhibition at the V&A in Autumn 2004, this sumptuously illustrated volume traces the links between Europe and Asia over three centuries.

Restoration Beginning with the monarchy?s restoration after the English Civil War, this major reappraisal of late 17th-century Britain spans from Charles II?s accession in 1660 to the growing discontent of the 1680s.

The Haunted House A supreme example of ghostly Victoriana, ?conducted? by Charles Dickens and featuring a glittering cast list of his literati contemporaries including Wilkie Collins and Elizabeth Gaskell.

AA Pet Friendly Places to Stay 2004 Now there?s no need to leave your pet behind while you?re away. Updated for 2004, this new AA guide features over 1700 pet-friendly hotels and B&Bs in Britain and Ireland.

Bader: The Man and His Men Exploring all aspects of Douglas Bader?s personality and career, this book presents the full story of the legend who was a daring fighter pilot, ingenious air-warfare tactician and inspirational leader of men.

Douglas Haig This first unabridged edition of the diaries and letters of Douglas Haig offers a unique ?from the horse's mouth? view of WWI?s most controversial figure.

Love Your Home Published to coincide with Habitat's 40th anniversary, Love Your Home draws on designs of the past, present and future to present a visually exciting sourcebook of ideas and inspiration.

The Edwardian Country House From the makers of The 1900 House and The 1940s House, this fascinating, stunningly illustrated book is a behind-the-scenes look at Channel 4?s latest living experiment.

Majestika Moore?s portfolio includes projects for Marvel, Paramount Pictures, TSR, Playboy and even the U. S. Marines, but his forte is painting gorgeous, generously endowed women in provocative and downright tantalising poses and settings.

Mutants Best described as a biological version of The Man Who Mistook His Wife For a Hat, this is an astonishing study of human bodily deformity, from a rising star of genetic science.

A Prison Diary Volume 3 Brimming with all the scandals and revelations you?d expect, this is the final volume of Jeffrey Archer?s bestselling Prison Diaries. Whether you admire or despise him, this is compulsive reading.

Wicked Forest Virginia Andrews has sold over ninety million copies of her novels worldwide. A compelling tale of sinister deception and forbidden passion, this is the second book in her spellbinding De Beers series.

Home Cook Former Sunday Times cook Alastair Hendy brings the food we love to eat at home right up to date with his new book. Adding a touch of brilliance to old favourites, Home Cook is the cookery ?bible? for the twenty-first century.

The Destroyer Campbeltown The destroyer Campbeltown is most famous for her part in the commando raid on the St Nazaire drydock in 1942. This stunning book is ideal for modellers and naval enthusiasts alike.

Return Engagement: Settling Accounts Bk I The master of alternate history launches a superb new series with this unsettling yet brilliantly conceived re-imagining of how World War Two might have been fought if earlier history had turned out differently.

The Nanny Diaries In between looking after four-year-old Grayer and running a thousand errands for Mrs X (his rich, uptight Manhattanite mother), Nan is trying to have a life. There?s college, shopping, her friends and her cat George. Plus the gorgeous Harvard boy from the

Bartleby & Co. In Melville?s famous novella, Bartleby is a scrivener who greets all his employer?s requests with the words "I would prefer not to." In this multi-award-winning novel, Enrique Vila-Matas investigates the great Bartleby?s of literature.

Churchill's Folly The little-known story of the battle for the islands of the Dodecanese ? the last Great British defeat of WWII which saw head-on clash between British and German Special Forces.

Head Over Heels in the Dales The ?James Herriot of the classroom? returns with the third of his witty memoirs chronicling his career as a school inspector.

Creating the Art of the Game Written by an experienced 3D game artist and instructor, this book provides the opportunity to explore the workflow, tools, and techniques for creating 3D art used in today's most advanced and creative video games.

The Plot Against America Pulitzer-prize-winner Philip Roth?s position as a Master of American Letters is unassailable, and with this gripping new novel, he is at the height of his powers. This is a devastating, all-too-believable vision of an America that might have been.

Mutiny A magnificent sea-faring epic that brings dramatic true events thrillingly to life, this latest addition to the acclaimed Thomas Kydd series continues the tale of a man?s journey from common man to Admiral.

Zulu Kings and their Armies Covering nearly one hundred years of Zulu military history, this book focuses on the creation, maintenance, development, tactics and ultimate destruction of the Zulu army.

Oxford Dictionary of Word Histories Open the pages of The Oxford Dictionary of Word Histories and explore the origins of over 11,000 words, each one a fascinating trip through our cultural history.

The Treasured One Husband and wife team David and Leigh Eddings return with the eagerly anticipated second book in their new series. This story of Dahlaine and his child Yaltar will keep Eddings' fans hooked.

Madmen What was it like to be insane in Georgian England? In this classic text, bestselling popular historian Roy Porter considers the grotesque horrors of 18th-century madness and the treatment of lunacy.

The Summons Pulse-pounding suspense and edge-of-your-seat courtroom drama, colourful Deep South characters and dark, deadly family conspiracies . . .

Singing Bird Anyone who has ever read and loved Maeve Binchy will be enthralled by this gripping debut novel of family secrets, friendship and romance that keeps you guessing until the very last page.

Einstein's Cosmos A refreshing look at the pioneering work of Einstein, which shows why this great scientist?s concepts were so revolutionary then and why they are still important today.

The Holy Grail Aiming to separate fact from fiction, this account offers the reader both a broad overview and comprehensive history of the Grail, and is perfect for the seasoned Grail-hunter and the uninitiated alike.

The Definitive Book of Body Language In this updated version of their bestselling classic, Body Language, the authors reveal all the secrets behind a simple gesture and show us how to use our body language to get what we want.

The Remedy From a strong new voice in historical fiction comes this ravishing story of an 18th century Venetian nun-turned-spy and her love affair with the prince of London?s medical underworld.

Buffy: Quotable Slayer The ultimate compendium of wit and wisdom from all seven seasons of the cult TV show, showcasing the classic dialogue that has helped make Buffy such a riotous success.

Villages American master John Updike returns to superb form with a nostalgic and sexually charged story about love, marriage and the hidden passions beneath the benign surface of village life.

The Privilege of Youth Revealing a previously unknown chapter of his youth, this powerful new addition to Dave Pelzer?s trilogy of memoirs will be essential reading for anyone who has been touched by his previous bestsellers.

Rails Around Belfast At the beginning of the 20th century, Belfast was served by three independent railways. The extensive railway network around Ireland?s second largest city is examined in this superb volume.

Restorer of the World The Roman Empire avoided disintegration in the third century AD due to the general-emperor Aurelian. The first accessible account on Aurelian draws on original research to reveal his mighty feats.

Forgotten Armies This ground-breaking account of the Second World War in Southern Asia brings to life the stories of the ordinary soldiers and civilians of all nationalities who experienced some of the most horrific events of the twentieth century.

Yeadon's Register of LNER Locomotives Volume 17 This easy-to-use register chronologically lists details such as building and shopping dates, alterations, boiler and tender numbers, renumbering, namings and the disposal of each locomotive.

Creating a Web Page with HTML: Visual QuickProject Guide This compact guide delivers! Rather than explaining every tag and option, it demonstrates the quickest, easiest, smartest route to creating that first Web page.

Trading Up After a deliciously bitchy read that?ll make you laugh out loud? Look no further than the woman once described as ?Jane Austen with a martini? ? Sex and the City author, Candace Bushnell.

Myrren's Gift Utterly gripping from the opening page, this assured debut is traditional fantasy at its very best ? teeming with drama, intrigue, mystery and magic, all served up with the verve of a seasoned storyteller.

www.type www.type provides the ideal instruction manual for anyone faced with the frustrations of achieving a deceptively simple goal: to make type look good and read well on the Internet.

Web Hacking: Attacks and Defense This new book focuses on web hacking, an area where organisations are particularly vulnerable. Its material covers the web commerce ?playground?, describing web languages and protocols, web and database servers and payment systems.

Philosophy Gym Passionate, patient, but never patronising, philosophy lecturer Stephen Law?s maverick approach is a brilliant introduction to philosophy and an animated contemplation of both the profound and the light-hearted.

Mission Flats A memorable literary debut mixing legal thriller with gritty urban crime. Well written and thoroughly researched, this gripping novel reads like a mix of Robert Crais and Michael Connelly.

A Theory of Relativity A compelling and heartbreaking tale of one family and the intangible bonds of love that stop it from falling apart .

Queer Eye for the Straight Guy This official companion to the US reality-TV phenomenon offers expert style advice for men ? and for women who wish to turn their frog into a prince charming.

New Book Design This book showcases the most interesting, influential and accomplished book designs from the last ten years and features over 100 titles chosen for their outstanding design qualities.

The Forget-Me-Not Sonata Brimming with romance and drama, this sweeping, atmospheric love story set in Argentina and Dorset follows the life of one woman, building to an unpredictable ending that will leave you breathless.

Shark Tale: The Essential Guide Fishy tales from the underwater underworld. An essential guide to DreamWork's latest film animation, Shark Tale, with scenes from the movie and extra information about the characters packed in like sardines.

Lifesmart Celebrity lifestyle guru Carole Caplin identifies a host of modern maladies, including depression, bloating, weight-gain, headaches and exhaustion, and offers diet, exercise and health advice to help you dispel them from your life.

Why Men Lie & Women Women Cry The internationally famous experts in human relations and body language follow up their bestselling Why Men Don?t Listen and Women Can?t Read Maps with more strategies for achieving happier relationships.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place Certain to take its place amongst survival classics like Touching the Void, this is Aron Ralston?s astonishing true account of how he amputated his own arm to save his life.

Sands Of Time Barbara Erskine?s compelling collection of suspenseful, evocative and romantic stories includes two tales that follow the fortunes of characters from her acclaimed bestseller, Whispers in the Sand.

The Book Of VB.Net You?ll rapidly learn how to use VB .NET to create fully featured Web Services and applications. The Book of VB .NET?s easy-to-follow lessons demystify essential techniques for object-oriented programming.

The Story House Vivian French?s purpose-built treasury is home to 52 related tales, full of magic and charm. Selina Young?s delightful pictures make this a collection to keep always by the bedside.

Historic Scotland: People And Places In this richly illustrated companion to the bestselling Historic Scotland, the leading names of Scotland?s past are set against the background of the locations most closely associated with them.

Dog Blue A feast for the eyes, Polly Dunbar?s highly original picture book tells a touching story about friendship, make-believe and accepting the little imperfections that make us who we are.

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