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Precipice
ON THE PRECIPICE OF GLOBAL CONFLICT. A LIAISON TEETERING ON THE BRINK OF IMPROPRIETY. FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES CHART-TOPPING AUTHOR Robert Harris, acclaimed for his masterful blend of fact and fiction, presents 'Precipice', a gripping tale of political intrigue, impending war, and forbidden passion....- £22.00 GBP
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King Leopold's Ghost : A Story of Greed, Terror and Heroism in Colonial Africa
King Leopold's Ghost, recipient of the prestigious Duff Cooper Prize, offers a chilling and authentic portrayal of Leopold's tyrannical rule and its enduring impact on a devastated nation. This edition features an introduction by acclaimed novelist Barbara Kingsolver. As the 19th century drew to...- £10.99 GBP
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Queen Victoria : Daughter, Wife, Mother, Widow
BESTSELLING HISTORIAN LUCY WORSLEY PRESENTS AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF ONE OF BRITAIN'S LONGEST-REIGNING AND MOST REMARKABLE MONARCHS Readers are captivated by Queen Victoria:'A perspective-altering account' ?????'Lucy breathes life into the monarch' ?????'A compelling, informative, and accessible narrative' ????? Queen Victoria: beyond the stereotypical image...- £12.99 GBP
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Cornerstones : Wild Forces That Can Change Our World
SHORTLISTED FOR THE PEOPLE'S BOOK PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2022/2023 - FROM THE WAINWRIGHT CONSERVATION PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF REBIRDING. Embark on a journey that will revolutionise your perception of the natural world and uncover the untamed forces that once nurtured Britain's remarkable ecological wealth, and...- £10.99 GBP
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Mary I: Queen of Sorrows
Alison Weir, the Sunday Times bestselling author, presents a captivating narrative of Mary I, a tale that Tudor enthusiasts will find irresistible. Praised by Tracy Borman as 'thrilling' and 'unforgettable', and lauded by Nicola Tallis as 'Alison Weir at her best', this novel offers...- £25.00 GBP
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The Witch-Ionary : An A-Z of Magickal Terms and Their Meanings
The witchcraft community is rife with specialised terminology, encompassing everything from sabbat names like Beltane and Samhain to various ingredients, rituals, and tools. The Witch-ionary serves as a comprehensive reference guide, compiling all these terms in one convenient location. It's an invaluable resource for...- £14.99 GBP
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Jacobites : A New History of the '45 Rebellion
The Jacobite Rebellion of 1745 marked a pivotal moment in British history. When Charles Edward Stuart, the Young Pretender, arrived in Scotland from France in July 1745 with a mere handful of supporters to claim his exiled father's throne, few Britons were initially concerned....- £14.99 GBP
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The Royal Rebel : from the much-loved author of historical fiction comes a brand new tale of royalty, rivalry and resilience for 2024
In 1338, as England declares war on France, Jeanette of Kent, a cousin to King Edward III, embarks on her first overseas journey with the royal court to Antwerp. There, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to the charismatic household knight Thomas Holland, who reciprocates...- £22.00 GBP
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The House on the Borderland
Penguin Weird Fiction: a curated collection of the finest peculiar literature, featuring novels and stories that have both enthralled and terrified readers for generations. A peculiar manuscript surfaces, its pages filled with meticulous handwriting and bearing the scent of stagnant water. It recounts the...- £9.99 GBP
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Fire Weather : A True Story from a Hotter World - Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction
INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER AND BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE WINNER Shortlisted for multiple prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, National Book Award, Writers' Trust Award, and Wainwright Conservation Prize Named a Book of the Year by The Guardian and The New York Times Hailed as 'timely', 'superb',...- £12.99 GBP
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Anatomy for Artists : Complete with Draw-In Pages to Refine Your Skills
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Drawing Birds : A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
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Twelve Trees : And What They Tell Us About Our Past, Present and Future
In this captivating exploration of nature's towering wonders, 'Twelve Trees' offers an enlightening journey through the world of arboreal giants. Praised as 'highly empathetic and informative' by the Independent, and hailed as 'a global arboreal odyssey' by the Guardian, this book promises to be...- £22.00 GBP
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Burning Grass
Cyprian Ekwensi's pioneering novella weaves a captivating tale of a nomadic clan whose world is thrown into disarray when their esteemed leader falls victim to a rival's malevolent curse. The scent of scorched grass signals Chief Mai Sunsaye that it's time to move on—such...- £9.99 GBP
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Tales from the Cafe
The million-copy bestselling series. Now discover the second book in the series as a beautiful, collectible hardback - the perfect gift. Toshikazu Kawaguchi's heartwarming Tales from the Cafe, translated from Japanese by Geoffrey Trousselot, explores the age-old question: what would you do if you...- £14.99 GBP
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Hildasay to Home : How I Found My Family By Walking the UK Coastline
The Sunday Times number one bestseller returns with a heartwarming tale of perseverance and family. In this sequel to Finding Hildasay, former paratrooper Christian Lewis continues his transformative journey, both along Britain's coastline and through life itself, with his loyal canine companion at his...- £10.99 GBP
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A History of the Roman Empire in 21 Women
Discover Rome from a fresh perspective - audaciously unconventional, delightfully mischievous, and unabashedly feminine. Elodie Harper, author of The Wolf Den, hails it as 'Hugely entertaining and illuminating'. This WATERSTONES BEST HISTORY BOOK OF 2023 offers a radical departure from the traditional Roman narrative....- £10.99 GBP
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Cassino '44 : Five Months of Hell in Italy
This meticulously researched and exceptionally comprehensive work is poised to become the definitive reference on the Cassino campaign. The Telegraph hails it as 'a formidable achievement', whilst John C. McManus, PhD, author of 'To the End of the Earth', declares James Holland as 'our...- £25.00 GBP
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The Poverty of Growth
Lucid, calm and compelling - Olivier De Schutter tackles the big questions' Kate Pickett, co-author, The Spirit Level: Why Equality is Better for EveryoneHow do we combat poverty and rising inequality? In our age of impending climate catastrophe, the conventional wisdom around economic growth...- £14.99 GBP
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Liberty Faber Poetry Diary 2025
The Liberty Faber Poetry Diary 2025 stands as a testament to the illustrious Faber Poetry catalogue, which traces its origins to the 1920s. For nearly four decades, the legendary T.S. Eliot lent his discerning eye to curate this prestigious collection. With each passing era,...- £18.99 GBP
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One Summer : America 1927
The summer of 1927 was a remarkable period in American history, brimming with extraordinary events and larger-than-life characters. As the stock market soared and President Coolidge indulged in lengthy naps, the nation witnessed a catastrophic Mississippi flood, a gripping murder trial, and the meteoric...- £10.99 GBP
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The Big Book of Nature Art
The Big Book of Nature Art, authored by the renowned Yuval Zommer, presents an engaging collection of twenty-two straightforward craft projects that utilise natural and repurposed materials. This delightful book offers young children an eco-friendly avenue to creatively engage with the natural world. Drawing...- £14.99 GBP
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The Big Book of Birds
Ever wondered about the pink hue of flamingos, the chatty nature of parrots, or whether bald eagles are truly hairless? This captivating sequel to the immensely popular The Big Book of Bugs, The Big Book of Beasts, and The Big Book of the Blue...- £14.99 GBP
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The Big Book of the Blue
Shortlisted for the prestigious 2019 Kate Greenaway Medal, this captivating book by Yuval Zommer delves into the mysteries of marine life. Have you ever wondered about the number of octopus tentacles, the peculiar sideways scuttle of crabs, or the composition of jellyfish? Zommer's latest...- £14.99 GBP
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Long Walk To Freedom : 'Essential reading' Barack Obama
Nelson Mandela's 'Long Walk to Freedom' is a captivating memoir that Barack Obama deems 'essential reading for those seeking to comprehend history - and subsequently transform it'. This powerful narrative, hailed by The Times as 'the authentic voice of Mandela', offers a vivid account...- £14.99 GBP
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Rubicon : The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic
Tom Holland's 'Rubicon' offers a fresh and captivating retelling of the Roman Republic's tumultuous final years. With remarkable wit and narrative prowess, Holland breathes new life into this blood-soaked epoch of history. Readers have praised Holland's ability to resurrect the towering figures of ancient...- £12.99 GBP
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The Seed Hunter : Discover the World's Most Unusual Heirloom Plants
Why settle for the mundane vegetables and herbs that line every supermarket shelf? If you're investing time and effort into growing your own produce, why not make it extraordinary? There's an exhilarating array of rare and uncommon heirloom plants waiting to be discovered: a...- £27.00 GBP
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Into the Clear Blue Sky : The Path to Restoring Our Atmosphere
In this eye-opening and persuasive work, Rob Jackson, Chair of the Global Carbon Project, presents a compelling case for the possibility of restoring our planet's atmosphere within our lifetime. Drawing on his extensive research and vast network of experts, Jackson introduces us to innovative...- £25.00 GBP
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The Great Crash 1929
One of the most engrossing books I have ever read' Daily TelegraphJohn Kenneth Galbraith's now-classic account of the 1929 stock market collapse remains the definitive book on the most disastrous cycle of boom and bust in modern times. Vividly depicting the causes, effects, aftermath...- £9.99 GBP
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The Burning Earth : An Environmental History of the Last 500 Years
Sunil Amrith's 'The Burning Earth' has been hailed as the most accessible global environmental history to date. J.R. McNeill describes it as 'a monumental achievement and a pleasure to read', whilst Jill Lepore lauds it as 'both essential and stunning, as awe-inspiring as it...- £30.00 GBP
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The Book of Disquiet
With its astounding hardcover reviews Richard Zenith's new complete translation of THE BOOK OF DISQUIET has now taken on a similar iconic status to ULYSSES, THE TRIAL or IN SEARCH OF LOST TIME as one of the greatest but also strangest modernist texts. An...- £12.99 GBP
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Sea Level : A History
This book explores the evolution of the seemingly mundane concept of average sea level, tracing its journey from a tool for land surveying to a potent symbol of global climate change. As climate change dominates headlines with warnings of rising seas threatening coastal regions...- £22.00 GBP
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Lessons in Stoicism : What Ancient Philosophers Teach Us about How to Live
Superb... Sellars presents a clear, accessible overview of Stoicism as a lifestyle philosophy, offering practical insights on how to implement its principles' - Nigel Warburton In recent years, Stoicism has experienced a resurgence in popularity. But what were the core tenets of this ancient...- £7.99 GBP
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The Twelve Caesars
In 'The Twelve Caesars', Suetonius holds a mirror to the legendary Roman emperors, revealing not only their characters but also our own conflicted nature. As Gore Vidal notes, we are creatures torn between our angelic and monstrous impulses, forever striving to maintain equilibrium. Suetonius,...- £10.99 GBP
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