In this riveting dark fantasy debut, a woman with missing memories fights to survive a war-torn world of necromancy and alchemy - and the man tasked with unearthing the deepest secrets of her past.- This stunning hardcover edition features a deluxe jacket with gold foil on the front and a full-colour illustration on the reverse, gorgeous designed endpapers, a gold foil case stamp, and, from acclaimed artist Avendell, a black-and-white interior illustration.'What is it you think you're protecting in that brain of yours? The war is over. Holdfast is dead. The Eternal Flame extinguished. There's no one left for you to save'Once a promising alchemist, Helena Marino is now a prisoner - of war and of her own mind. Her Resistance friends and allies have been brutally murdered, her abilities suppressed, and the world she knew destroyed.In the aftermath of a long war, Paladia's new ruling class of corrupt guild families and depraved necromancers, whose vile, undead creatures helped bring about their victory, holds Helena captive.According to Resistance records, she was a healer of little importance within their ranks. But Helena has inexplicable memory loss of the months leading up to her capture, making her enemies wonder: Is she truly as insignificant as she appears, or are her lost memories hiding some vital piece of the Resistance's final gambit?To uncover the memories buried deep within her mind, Helena is sent to the High Reeve, one of the most powerful and ruthless necromancers in this new world. Trapped on his crumbling estate, Helena's fight-to protect her lost history and to preserve the last remaining shreds of her former self-is just beginning. For her prison and captor have secrets of their own . . . secrets Helena must unearth, whatever the cost.
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'A glimpse to the person behind the glamour and drama . . . you get a real sense of the beating soul of Megan Fox' _ Glamour'A wry and moody meditation on sadness and heartbreak' _ Vogue'[Fox] opens up in poetic detail and remarkable honesty about the hardest times in her life' _ Good Morning America'Not an expose, but rather a message to other women about speaking up' _ USA TodayMegan Fox showcases her wicked humour throughout a heart-breaking and dark collection of poetry. Over the course of more than 80 poems, Fox chronicles all the ways in which we fit ourselves into the shape of the ones we love, even if it means losing ourselves in the process.'These poems were written in an attempt to excise the illness that had taken root in me because of my silence. I've spent my entire life keeping the secrets of men, my body aches from carrying the weight of their sins. My freedom lives in these pages, and I hope that my words can inspire others to take back their happiness and their identity by using their voice to illuminate what's been buried, but not forgotten, in the darkness,' says Fox.Pretty Boys Are Poisonous marks the powerful debut from one of the most well-known women of our time. Turn the page, bite the apple, and sink your teeth into the most deliciously compelling and addictive book you'll read all year.
Explores the Grecian countryside with his friend Lawrence Durrell in 1939. In this book, the author describes drinking from sacred springs, nearly being trampled to death by sheep and encountering the flamboyant Greek poet Katsumbalis, who 'could galvanize the dead with his talk'.
Introducing Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. Celebrating the range and diversity of Penguin Classics, they take us from snowy Japan to springtime Vienna, from haunted New England to a sun-drenched Mediterranean island, and from a game of chess on the ocean to a love story on the moon. Beautifully designed and printed, these collectible editions are bound in colourful, tactile cloth and stamped with foil. Few writers have expressed loneliness, the need for human understanding and the search for love with such power and poetic sensibility as the American writer Carson McCullers. The Ballad of the Sad Cafe is her masterpiece: an unruly, bittersweet novella concerning the most unlikely of love triangles. 'The greatest prose writer that the South produced ... She has examined the heart of man with an understanding that no other writer can hope to surpass' - Tennessee Williams
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 192, Publishers: Fair Winds Press, Author: KRISTEN SCHWARTZ, ISBN-13: 9780760371732, Date of issue: 2022
Sebastian is the heir of Chevron, a vast and beautiful English country estate. As such he is a fixed part of an eternal round of lavish parties, intrigues, traditions and fashions at the cold, decadent heart of Edwardian high society. Everyone knows the role Sebastian must play, but Sebastian isn't sure he wants the part. His sister Viola, meanwhile, scorns every part of her inheritance and is searching for a way out. The brave new world of the twentieth-century offers both escape and destruction.
The film tie-in edition of the instant New York Times bestseller, from beloved author Casey McQuiston, now a Prime Original movie starring Nicholas Galitzine and Taylor Zakhar Perez.What happens when America's First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales?Alex Claremont-Diaz is handsome, charismatic, a genius - pure millennial-marketing gold for the White House ever since his mother first became President of the United States. There's only one problem. When the tabloids get hold of a photo involving an altercation between Alex and Prince Henry, U.S./British relations take a turn for the worse.Heads of family and state devise a plan for damage control: stage a truce. But what begins as a fake, Instagrammable friendship grows deeper, and more dangerous, than either Alex or Henry could have imagined. Soon they are hurtling into a secret romance that could derail the presidential campaign and upend two nations.'Red, White & Royal Blue is outrageously fun. It is romantic, sexy, witty, and thrilling. I loved every second.' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six
Raymond Carver, who became a master-storyteller of his generation and was hailed in Europe as 'the American Chekhov', wrote of himself: "I began as a poet. My first publication was a poem. So I suppose on my tombstone I'd be very pleased if they put 'Poet and short-story writer - and occasional essayist', in that order." This complete edition allows readers to experience the range and overwhelming power of Carver's poetry for the first time. It brings together in the order of their American publication the poems of Fires (1985), Where Water Comes Together with Other Water (1986), Ultramarine (1988), A New Path to the Waterfall (1989) and No Heroics, Please (1991). For readers who know Carver's middle period only through his selected poems, In a Marine Light (1988), it includes the windfall of 51 poems not previously published in Britain. All of Us is edited by Professor William L. Stull of the University of Hartford, and introduced with an essay on Raymond Carver's methods of composition by his widow, the poet Tess Gallagher.
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 464, Publishers: Hot Key Books, Author: Sebastien De Castell, ISBN-13: 9781471405464, Date of issue: 2019
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 156, Publishers: British Museum Press, Author: John H. Oakley, ISBN-13: 9780714122953, Date of issue: 2023
From Misha Collins, actor, longtime poet, and activist, whose massive online following calls itself his "Army For Good," comes his debut poetry collection, Some Things I Still Can't Tell You. Trademark wit and subtle vulnerability converge in each poem; this book is both a celebration of and aspiration for a life well lived.This book is a compilation of small observations and musings. It's filled with moments of reflection and a love letter to simple joys: passing a simple blade of grass on the sidewalk, the freedom of peeing outdoors late at night, or the way a hand-built ceramic mug feels when it's full of warm tea on a chilly morning. It's a catalog and a compendium that examines the complicated experience of being all too human and interacting with a complex, confounding, breathtaking world ... and a reminder to stop and be awake and alive in yourself.
Learn to create detailed, realistic flowers in graphite pencil from basic shapes.Drawing: Flowers shows you how to render a variety of beautiful flowers in graphite pencil, with tips on choosing materials, building with
***THE SWOONIEST, FUNNIEST REGENCY ROMANCE OF THE SEASON, PERFECT FOR FANS OF BRIDGERTON***STRATAGEM FOR THE RESTORATION OF RESPECTABILITY TO THE DUKE OF STANHOPE:Step 1: Find perfect wifeStep 2: Save reputation from ruinStep 3: Do not, at any cost, fall in love with Selina RavenscroftPeter Kent, newly inherited Duke of Stanhope, has developed quite the scandalous reputation - which must be overturned if he is to win the guardianship of his young half siblings. For help he turns to Lady Selina Ravenscroft, society's most proper debutante (save one tiny secret...). She suggests courtship and marriage to a lady of unimpeachable character - which due to the aforementioned secret is definitely not Selina herself.But her matchmaking goes awry when the scorching chemistry between them proves impossible to resist. For the disreputable duke and his unpredictable matchmaker, falling in love might just be the ultimate scandal... READERS LOVE NE'ER DUKE WELL:'Heartwarming and very sexy' ***** NetGalley review'I devoured it!' ***** NetGalley review'I NEED more of it, desperately' ***** NetGalley review'Had me fully gripped and swooning' ***** NetGalley review
The term 'tailored' has changed as methods of manufacture and the retailing of clothes have evolved. This book demonstrates the wide range of cutting methods used to produce garments which are described as 'tailored' jackets. Although the main focus is on modern methods of producing clothing, a rich and complex cutting tradition is acknowledged and used. It is hoped that the modern garment designer will be inspired to rediscover methods that retain their validity today. The different approaches to 'tailored' cutting are described under three headings: bespoke cutting, engineered cutting and style cutting.The rich heritage of the latter came from the tremendous creativity that was unleashed by women's emancipation at the beginning of the twentieth century and the merging of tailored styles with fashionable clothing. The section on style cutting has therefore derived some of the cutting techniques from that period, thus demonstrating how they can be applied to current methods of production.
Fun guide to learning Bayesian statistics and probability through unusual and illustrative examples. Probability and statistics are increasingly important in a huge range of professions. But many people use data in ways they don't even understan
Are you an authentic leader? Too many companies are managed not by leaders but by mere role players and faceless bureaucrats. What would it take to replace these empty suits with real leaders--men and women who are confident in who they ar
The forgotten classic, available for the first time in twenty years, and featuring a new introduction by New York Times-bestselling author Scott Lynch.
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 720, Publishers: Faber & Faber, Author: Richard Brody, ISBN-13: 9780571360888, Date of issue: 2020
Build your dream car with this novel kit-in-a-book!Fully motorized and remote-controlled, this classic muscle car has a removable body and a chassis you can customize for enhanced performance.Manual 2-speed transmissionV8 engine with moving pistonsLED headlights and tail lightsFunctioning steering wheel, trunk, and hoodYou'll get step-by-step illustrated instructions to build a 1:10 scale model of the legendary Ford Mustang GT350-H, plus a complete LEGO® parts list that you can mod to your heart's content.Follow the instructions to the letter for the world's most handsome stock car, or let your imagination run wild and kit up some sick wheels that'll really impress your tiny plastic pals!
Rediscover the charm of the World of Beatrix Potter with this enchanting colouring book filled with all your favourite characters. With beautiful pages to colour, this charming colouring book is the perfect gift for any Beatrix Potter fan.
Inside the Trillion Dollar Industry That Owns Everything What do Dunkin' Donuts, J. Crew, Toys "R" Us, and Burger King have in common? They are all currently or just recently were owned, operated, and controlled by private equity firms. The New Tycoons: Inside the Trillion Dollar Private Equity Industry That Owns Everything takes the reader behind the scenes of these firms: their famous billionaire founders, the overlapping stories of their creation and evolution, and the outsized ambitions that led a group of clever bankers from small shops operating in a corner of Wall Street into powerhouse titans of capital. This is the story of the money and the men who handle it. Go inside the private worlds of founders Henry Kravis, Steve Schwarzman, David Bonderman, and more in The New Tycoons, and discover how these men have transformed the industry and built the some of the most powerful and most secretive houses of money in the world.With numerous private equity firms going public for the first time, learn how these firms operate, where their money comes from and where it goes, and how every day millions of customers, employees, and retirees play a role in that complex tangle of money Author Jason Kelly tells the story of how thirty some years ago a group of colleagues with $120,000 of their own savings founded what would become one of the largest private equity shops in the world, completing the biggest buyout the world has ever seen, and making them all billionaires in the process Presents a never-before-seen look inside a secretive and powerful world on the verge of complete transformation as the industry and its leaders gain public profiles, scrutiny, and political positions Analyzing the founders and the firms at a crucial moment, when they've elevated themselves beyond their already lofty ambitions into the world of public opinion and valuation, New Tycoons looks at one of the most important, yet least examined, trillion-dollar corners of the global economy and what it portends for these new tycoons.
Boschi nõudepesumasin pakub innovatiivseid lahendusi, et muuta nõudepesu võimalikult mugavaks ja tõhusaks. Programmabi funktsioon aitab valida optimaalse pesuprogrammi vastavalt nõude tüübile ja määrdumisastmele, tagades alati parimad tulemused. Lisaks võimaldavad allalaetavad programmid kohandada masina tööd vastavalt isiklikele vajadustele, andes juurdepääsu erinevatele pesuprogrammidele just siis, kui neid vajad. • ExtraDry – täiendava kuivatamise funktsioon. • InfoLight – punane täpp põrandal annab märku, kas nõudepesumasin on sisse või välja lülitatud. • Kinnitatud hügieenitase Eco 50 °C ja kõrgematel tasemetel koos Intensive 70 °C ja Machine Care programmidega • Silence Plus – eriti vaikne 42 dB nõudepesumasin. • VarioFlex-korvisüsteem – paremad reguleerimisvõimalused, mis tagavad rohkem ruumi kõigil tasanditel.
**THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER** A New Statesman Book of the Year 'Amazing' Alastair Campbell, The Rest Is Politics 'Chilling' Financial Times 'Excellent' Lewis Goodall, LBC 'A cracking book ... Reads like a thriller' Matt Frei, LBC March 2028: Russian troops capture the small Estonian town of Narva and the island of Hiiumaa in the Baltic Sea. After victory in Ukraine, Putin's long-mooted encroachment into the Baltic states has begun. Europe's slow rearmament and its compromised military and intelligence capabilities is now clear for its enemies to exploit. Does Article 5 of NATO apply? What will the alliance decide? Will they risk nuclear war? In If Russia Wins, military expert and Professor of International Relations at the University of Munich, Carlo Masala explores these questions and underlines what is at stake in Ukraine in the starkest possible terms. For those of us who have only ever known peace, we are accustomed to everything turning out well in the end. But what if it doesn't? Translated from the German by Olena Ebel and Ruth Ahmedzai Kemp. Autorid: Carlo Masala
A hands-on introduction to Java programmingfully revised for the latest version, Java SE 21Thoroughly updated for Java Platform Standard Edition 21, this practical resource uses a proven, step-by-step approach to teach the fundamentals of Java. You will discover how to get started programming in Java from the very first chapter. Written by Java guru Herbert Schildt and updated by Dr. Danny Coward, the book starts with the basics, such as how to create, compile, and run a Java program. From there, you will learn essential Java keywords, syntax, and commands.Java: A Beginner's Guide, Tenth Edition covers the basics and touches on advanced features, including multithreaded programming, generics, Lambda expressions, and Swing. Enumeration, modules, and interface methods are also clearly explained. This proven guide delivers the appropriate mix of theory and practical coding necessary to get readers up and running developing their own Java applications from the ground up or customize existing code.Clearly explains important changes from JDK 18 through long-term support (LTS) release JDK 21Features self-tests, exercises, and downloadable code samplesWritten by bestselling author and leading Java authority Herbert Schildt along with Dr. Danny Coward, an experienced Java developer Autorid: Herbert Schildt, Danny Coward
A beautiful picture book that explores what poverty and hunger are and how they affect children all over the world Sensitively illustrated by award-winning artist Hanane Kai The Children in Our World picture book series helps children make sense of the larger issues and crises that dominate the news in a sensitive and appropriate manner. With relatable comparisons, carefully researched text and striking illustrations, children can begin to understand what poverty and hunger are, how they affect people in countries all over the world and how readers can help those affected. Where issues aren't appropriate to describe in words, award-winning illustrator, Hanane Kai, uses striking and sensitive illustrations help children visualise the people and situations impacted by poverty and hunger with images that are suited to their age and disposition. The series forms an excellent cross-curricular resource that looks at refugees, war, poverty and racism, and this book is ideal for tying into discussions on food, wealth and current affairs. Words and pictures combine to excellent effect ... an excellent way to develop empathy and understanding - Parents In Touch Autorid: Louise Spilsbury, Hanane Kai
Back due to popular demand! For centuries, philosophers, alchemists and psychologists have been intrigued and fascinated by the intricacies of the labyrinth as a metaphor for human experience. Richard Idemon sees the birth chart, a symbol of inherent universal order, as a labyrinth - a logical but complicated and elusive structure. The interwoven symbols in the horoscope are made up of a single thread that, when unravelled - like the magic thread of Ariadne - lead us through the maze to the heart of the chart and our own nature. This book is transcribed from a six-day lecture given in 1986. Autorid: Richard Idemon, Gina Ceaglio
'A visceral gut punch' New York Journal of Books 'Strikes like a lightning bolt' Nylon 'Dark and twisted' Daily Mail ___________________________ It's been twenty-five years since I last murdered someone, or has it been twenty-six? In his prime, Kim Byeongsu was one of the best murderers around. But he gave it all up to become a dedicated father. Despite suffering from dementia, he decides to come out of retirement for one final target: his daughter's boyfriend, who he suspects is a killer too. In other dark, glittering tales, an affair between childhood friends questions the limits of loyalty and love; a family disintegrates after their baby is kidnapped and recovered years later; and the pursuit of creative fulfilment may come at the expense of all reason... _____________________________ Readers are loving Diary of a Murderer 'A masterclass in storytelling' 'A page-turner' 'Haunting and unique' 'Reminds me why I love reading' 'Sharp, dark and edgy' Autorid: Kim Young-ha
PERFECT FOR FANS OF Mel Robbins' THE LET THEM THEORY and THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED The new book from the multi-million-copy bestselling author of The Art of Thinking Clearly Have you ever: Got stuck in your career? Said 'yes, sure' when you should have said 'sorry, no'? Tried to change someone? Listened to your inner voice? These are all examples of habits, decisions and behaviours that will derail your efforts to build a life of success - of better decisions, career and relationships; of happier and healthier living. In his new international bestseller, Rolf Dobelli reveals 52 of life's biggest mistakes, and shows why the key to living well is so much simpler than you might think. Just understand what the pitfalls are... then avoid them. Previously published as The Not-To-Do List. Autorid: Rolf Dobelli
This beautifully illustrated Scotland guidebook is perfect for travellers planning longer trips. Written by Insight Guides' travel experts, it combines in-depth coverage of history, culture, and must-visit places with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine. Stunning photos inspire excitement for those planning their journey. They also offer a captivating read for armchair travelers looking for a taste of Scotland from home. In this Scotland travel guidebook, you will find: - Top attractions handpicked by our editors - must-visit highlights including Glen Coe, Edinburgh, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Glasgow, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, St Andrews, Skye, Stirling, Iona, Cairngorms National Park, showcasing the very best of what Scotland has to offer - In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narratives on iconic sites and hidden gems, all organized by geographical location - Best time to visit Scotland - expert guidance on the ideal seasons to go, with insights into climate, festivals, and peak vs. off-peak travel - Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping - Insider recommendations - top tips on avoiding crowds, saving money, and discovering the best local spots - Engaging essays - thought-provoking features on Scotland's history, culture, contemporary life, and politics for a deeper understanding - High-quality maps - detailed, numbered maps highlighting must-see places, perfectly aligned with the text - Striking pictures - breathtaking images on every page to inspire your journey - Easy navigation with color-coded chapters - unique colors for quick reference - Designed for comfort and sustainability - a textured, non-slip cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials for a smooth reading experience - Free download of eBook - included with the purchase of the printed guidebook for convenient on-the-go reading - Coverage includes: Edinburgh, The Borders, The Southwest, Forth And Clyde, Glasgow, West Coast, Skye, The Inner Hebrides, The Outer Hebrides, Central Scotland, The East Coast, Northern Highlands, Orkney, Shetland Unlock Scotland's beauty with this expertly crafted, visually stunning guide. Whether it's your first visit or a return trip, let insider knowledge, practical advice, and breathtaking photography inspire your next adventure. Autorid: Insight Guides, Norm Longley
'Excellent' Aaron Bastani Every leader comes to power promising growth: think back to the campaigns of Boris, Truss, Sunak, Starmer, Trump. Yet real-term income hasn't improved in the UK since 2008. Across the West, growth has stagnated for well over a decade, leading to cost of living crises, political instability and rising social tensions. Is real economic growth still possible? And with the climate emergency accelerating beyond repair, should we still be pushing for it? In Icarus Economics, acclaimed economist John Rapley argues that the problem of growth is inherently tied up with the climate crisis. We often assume that poor countries will bear the brunt of climate change, pandemics, and other exogenous shocks, but this book argues the opposite: western societies have more wealth and capital to lose and are less inherently resilient. In this book, he shows us how rich countries can grow their own economies by helping poor countries to decarbonise - and in the process, mitigate the effects of climate change. Autorid: John Rapley
'Wonderfully nuanced, Guardian, Book of the Day When war broke out in September 1939, what was most striking in the German capital at first was how little changed. Unless you were Jewish. Then life, already hard, soon got unfathomably worse. Drawing on diaries, letters and memoirs, Stay Alive chronicles daily life in wartime Berlin with extraordinary power and immediacy. Here are the movie stars and swing dancers, the resistance circles and SS patrols hunting deserters, the desperate calculations of survival and collaboration. As Allied bombs reduced the city to rubble and Soviet troops closed in, the common greeting of Berliners became not auf Wiedersehen or Heil Hitler but bleiben Sie übrig - 'Stay alive'. Revelatory, devastating and deeply humane, this book illuminates how ordinary people navigated the moral catastrophe of the Third Reich - what it meant to resist, to conform or simply to endure. Buruma shows how a society's accommodation to evil unfolds one compromise at a time, and why understanding this descent remains urgently relevant today. Autorid: Ian Buruma
