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'Original, atmospheric and genuinely moving . . . captures the imagination and does not let go' Giles Kristian It's 1141 and freezing cold. Gwil, a battle-hardened mercenary, is horrified to stumble across a little girl close to death. She has been attacked, just one more victim in a winter of atrocities. Clutching a sliver of parchment, she is terrified - but Gwil knows what he must do. He will bring her back to life. He will train her to fight. And together, they will hunt down the man who did this to her. But danger looms wherever they turn. As castle after castle falls victim to siege, the icy Fens ring with rumours of a madman, of murder - and of a small piece of parchment with a terrible secret to tell, the cost of which none of them could have imagined . . . 'An absorbing re-creation of the 12th Century . . . this is a fast-moving story of humbler folk caught up in cruel battles' Independent ________ Readers are gripped by Winter Siege: 'Unputdownable . . . The characters were brought to life in seconds. Superb!' ***** 'Mediaeval mystery at its best . . . Loved it' ***** 'A rip-roaring, swash-buckling romp of a book' ***** Autorid: Ariana Franklin

From the presenter of the brilliant BBC podcast Parentland, and drawing on the most up-to-date scientific research, here are the answers to everything youve ever wondered about having a baby from the first pregnancy symptoms to birth and the babys first twelve months. What a BRILLIANT book! The antidote to anecdote, a great survey of current evidence. Just what the midwife ordered! Professor Alice Roberts Answers the questions that tantalise every mother Daily Mail Autorid: Linda Geddes

Lilian Maeve Veronica Savage, international sex kitten, was born on the steps of The Legs of Man public house, Lime Street, Liverpool on a policeman's overcoat. Her mother, the lady wrestler Hell Cat Savage, had no such luxuries as gas and air. She just bit down on the policeman's torch and recovered afterwards at the bar with a large pale ale. Lilian Maeve Veronica Savage, international sex kitten, was born on the steps of The Legs of Man public house, Lime Street, Liverpool on a policeman’s overcoat. Her mother, the lady wrestler Hell Cat Savage, had no such luxuries as gas and air. She just bit down on the policeman’s torch and recovered afterwards at the bar with a large pale ale. Paul O'Grady shot to fame via his brilliant comic creation, the blonde bombsite Lily Savage. In the first two parts of his bestselling and critically acclaimed autobiography, Paul took us through his childhood in Birkenhead to his first, teetering steps on stage. Now, in Still Standing, for the first time, he brings us the no-holds-barred true story of Lily and the rocky road to stardom. Paul pulls no punches in this tale of bar room brawls, drunken escapades, and liaisons dangereuses. And that’s just backstage at the Panto. Along the way, we stop off at some extremely dodgy pubs and clubs, and meet a collection of exotic characters who made the world a louder, brighter, and more hilarious place. From the chaos of the Toxteth riots and the Vauxhall Tavern police raid, to the mystery of who shot Skippy and the great chip pan fire of Victoria Mansions, Paul emerges shaken but not stirred. Still Standing will make you laugh and make you cry. Some of the stories might even make your hair curl. But it stands as a glorious tribute to absent friends and to a world which has now all but vanished. The third installment of rollicking adventures from Britain's best loved entertainer.Paul O'Grady shot to fame via his finest comic creation, the blonde bombsite Lily Savage. The first two volumes of his bestselling, critically acclaimed autobiography covered Paul's childhood and the origins of Lily. Now, for the first time, Paul tells the no-holds-barred story of Lily herself: The early years on stage, the journey to stardom and the hilarious misadventures along the way. Packed with extraordinary true stories which will simultaneously make your hair curl and your ribs shake with laughter, expect the unexpected in this surefire bestseller. Autorid: Paul O'Grady

The triumph and tragedy of the Leeds team that won the First Division championship in 1992—and what happened nextWhen the Leeds United players celebrated winning the championship in April 1992, they could not have had any inkling how momentous the occasion was. Manchester United, losers at Liverpool that sunny Sunday afternoon, had now gone 25 years without winning the league. Howard Wilkinson's side, promoted just two seasons ago, could bring back the glory days to Leeds. But Wilkinson would prove to be the last English manager to win the league. In 1992, football changed beyond all recognition. Twenty years on, this book looks back at the roots of that success and the amazing cast of characters who came together to fashion the triumph. Dave Simpson's quest to catch up with the protagonists of the era, from the visionary Sergeant Wilko, top scorer Lee Chapman, and unsung heroes like Mike Whitlow and Carl Shutt (not forgetting Eric Cantona, of course), sees him unearth some extraordinary untold stories. And he finds that the last champions were also the last ordinary people to win the league, before the Premier League saw skyrocketing wages, billionaire foreign owners, and the dictates of television taking the game away from the fans. It is the brilliantly told story of the end of an era. The triumph and tragedy of the Leeds team that won the First Division championship in 1992 -- and what happened next. When the Leeds United players celebrated winning the championship in April 1992, they could not have had an inkling of how momentous the occasion was. Manchester United, losers at Liverpool that sunny Sunday afternoon, had now gone 25 years without winning the league. Howard Wilkinson's side, promoted just two seasons ago, could bring back the glory days to Leeds. But Wilkinson would prove to be the last English manager to win the league. In 1992, football changed beyond all recognition. Twenty years on, The Last Champions looks back at the roots of that success and the amazing cast of characters who came together to fashion the triumph. As in his acclaimed book The Fallen, Dave Simpson's quest to catch up with the protagonists of the era, from the visionary Sergeant Wilko, top scorer Lee Chapman and unsung heroes like Mike Whitlow and Carl Shutt (not forgetting Eric Cantona, of course), sees him unearth some extraordinary untold stories. And he finds that The Last Champions were also the last ordinary people to win the league, before the Premier League saw skyrocketing wages, billionaire foreign owners and the dictates of television taking the game away from the fans. It is the brilliantly told story of the end of an era. Autorid: Dave Simpson

As the summer of 1914 drew to a close, it was difficult for a 16 year-old schoolboy to realize that the world for which he had been prepared at Clifton College was itself preparing for war. By 1916, he was commissioned in the Royal Field Artillery. This book gives human account of history. In the centenary year of World War I, names such as Ypres, the Marne, the Somme, and Passchendaele are heavy with meaning as settings for the near-destruction of a generation of men. It is this aura of tragedy that makes Huntly Gordon’s memoir, drawn from his letters written from the Front, such a potent one. He was sensitive, intelligent, unpretentious, and, as his account reveals, capable of detached and trenchant judgment. As the summer of 1914 drew to a close, it was difficult for a 16 year-old schoolboy to realize that the world for which he had been prepared at Clifton College was itself preparing for war. By 1916, he was commissioned in the Royal Field Artillery. By June 1917, he was at the Ypres Salient, getting his "baptism" at Hell Fire Corner in an intensive artillery duel that formed the prolog to Passchendaele itself. Early in 1918, his battery would fight a series of rearguard actions near Baupaume that would help turn the tide of the massive German Spring offensive. Huntly Gordon has given us an enduring and classic memoir: a poignant and extraordinarily human account of history as it happened. A classic account of one man's experiences on the Western Front, now republished in a revised and expanded edition in anticipation of the centenary of the First World War.Nearly 100 years have passed since the guns blazed in the ever-deepening mud of Passchendaele. Yet places such as Ypres, the Marne and the Somme can never remain mere names in a chronicle of war -- they are heavy with meaning as the setting for the near-destruction of a generation of men. It is this aura of tragedy that makes Huntly Gordon's book -- consisting mainly of his own letters written home from the front - such a potent memoir. Gordon was a typical product of his generation -- sensitive, intelligent, unpretentious; capable of detached, trenchant and reasoned judgement. As the glorious summer of 1914 drew to a close, it was difficult for the 16 year-old Gordon to realize that the world he had planned and prepared for at Clifton College was a world in which he now had to prepare for war. By 1916 he had left school, and after an intensive and ill-balanced course at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant, Royal Field Artillery. In June 1917, he was at the Ypres Salient, getting his 'baptism' at Hell Fire Corner in one of those intensive artillery duels that formed the prologue to Passchendaele in July 1917 before being engaged for six weeks in the havoc of the battle itself. In the opening months of 1918, his battery was to fight a series of rearguard actions near Baupaume during the brutal German offensive of March 21. A transfer to a quiet sector to rest and refit was eventually possible, but they arrived there just in time to face the final German onslaught of April 12.In The Unreturning Army Huntly Gordon recalls his experiences of a tumultuous conflict and field of battle that seem almost inconceivable to us now. And his words, for the most part written at the time, have an immediacy, freshness and poignancy that will not fail to enlighten and astonish and move the reader of today. Autorid: Huntly Gordon

A wordless concertina board book of big, bright faces to place around the baby on the floor at tummy time—family faces on one side and toys on the other—by award-winning author/illustrator Gavin Bishop.This safe and sturdy fold-out book is a perfect gift, with compelling illustrations of the things babies love. Friendly faces from the whole family combine with familiar toys and objects, drawn in bold lines with a striking minimalist color palette.Tummy time helps to strengthen a baby's back, neck, and shoulders. The strong, simple images stimulate developing eyesight, allowing babies to see things up close and from a different point of view.The images are perfect for introducing first words and concepts as baby grows, with 12 family faces—including the dog—and 12 objects that babies love to hold and explore—soft toys, ball, keys, an enticing pair of spectacles and more.Praise for Look: A Tummy Time Book"Young children will be captivated by the faces and objects illustrated in bold colors."—School Library Journal"A unique and stylish board book for the very young."—Youth Services Book Review Autorid: Gavin Bishop, Gavin Bishop

Ska originated in Jamaica in the late Ô50s and combined Caribbean mento and calypso with American jazz and R & B. It developed in the Ô60s, popular with British mods and later adopted by many skinheads. Here, O'Shea looks at the ways in which Ska changed music in the U.S.n the U.S.

Marco Polo France Map: the ideal map for your tripLet the Marco Polo France Road Map guide you around this stunning country. Discover medieval cities, dramatic landscapes dotted with vineyards, picturesque towns, gorgeous beaches and majestic castles with this highly durable, detailed, touring map of France. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck.Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 1 000 000 ideal to help you tour the country by car or RVEasy to use - the superbly clear mapping in strong colors and easy-to-read text will help you navigate the country like a localDurable, tear-resistant map - designed to withstand the rigors of the road, the map is printed on tear-resistant, water repellent and writeable paperHighlights included - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars. Further information about these key sights can be downloaded via a QR code where you’ll find a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en-routeDream routes - routes with beautiful scenery are included on the maps to guide you on your next adventureExtensive index - the thorough index, also included on the QR code, is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quicklyFor the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around France. Let the Marco Polo map of France guide you around this fascinating country. Highly durable, this detailed, touring map of France folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Ideal for planning your trip before you go and for exploring while you're there, the map also features top sights not to be missed. Autorid: Marco Polo

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She was born Princess Marguerite Alexandrovna Valensky. But everyone called her Daisy. She was a blonde beauty living in a world of aristocrats and countless wealth. Women envied her: Daisy's life was a fairytale filled with parties and balls, priceless jewels, money and love. And Princess Daisy had to start again, with nothing.

Let the Marco Polo Albania and North Macedonia Road Map guide you around these fascinating countries. Discover unspoiled beaches, mountains, archeological artefacts and unique traditions with this highly durable, detailed, touring map of Albania and North Macedonia. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 450 000 ideal to help you tour the country by car or campervan Easy to use - the superbly clear mapping in strong colours and clear easy to read text will help you navigate the country like a local Durable, tear-resistant map - designed to withstand the rigors of the road, the map is printed on tear-resistant, water repellent and writeable paper Highlights included - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars. Further information about these key sights can be downloaded via a QR code where youll find a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en-route Dream routes - inspirational routes with beautiful scenery are included on the maps to guide you on your next touradventure Extensive index - the thorough index, also included on the QR code, is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quickly For the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around Albania and North Macedonia. Autorid: Marco Polo

Let the Marco Polo Slovak Republic Road Map guide you around this stunning country. Discover picturesque towns, glorious mountains and distinctive castles with this highly durable, detailed touring map of Slovakia. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 300 000 ideal to help you tour the country by car or campervan Easy to use - the superbly clear mapping in strong colours and easy to read text will help you navigate the country like a local Durable, tear-resistant map - designed to withstand the rigors of the road, the map is printed on tear-resistant, water repellent and writeable paper Highlights included - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars. Further information about these key sights can be downloaded via a QR code where youll find a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en-route Dream routes inspirational routes with beautiful scenery are included on the maps to guide you on your next adventure Extensive index - the thorough index, also included on the QR code, is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quickly For the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around Slovak Republic. Autorid: Marco Polo

Marco Polo Canada Map: the ideal map for your trip Let the Marco Polo Canada Map guide you around this incredible country. Plan your great Canadian road trip with this highly durable, overview map of Canada. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 4 000 000* ideal to help you tour the main highways by car, RV or campervan Easy to use - the super clear mapping in strong colours and clear text will help you navigate easily Includes 6 city maps - detailed street maps of Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec, Toronto, Vancouver as well as maps of key National Parks including Jasper, Banff, Yoho, Kootenay and Waterton Lakes Canada highlights - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars and these are listed in the index booklet with a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en route Extensive index - the thorough index is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quickly For the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around beautiful Canada. *(1: 4 000 000 / 1cm=40km / 1inch=63 miles) Autorid: Marco Polo

Let the Marco Polo map of Norway guide you around this stunning country. Highly durable, this detailed, touring map of Norway folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Ideal for planning your trip before you go and for exploring while you’re there, the map also features top sights not to be missed. Marco Polo Norway Map: the ideal map for your tripLet the Marco Polo Norway Road Map guide you around this stunning country. Explore dramatic fjords, vibrant cities, breath-taking landscapes and picturesque towns with this highly durable, detailed touring map of Norway. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck.Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 900 000 ideal to help you tour the country by car or RVEasy to use - the superbly clear mapping in strong colours and easy to read text will help you navigate the country like a localDurable, tear-resistant map - designed to withstand the rigors of the road, the map is printed on tear-resistant, water repellent and writeable paperHighlights included - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars. Further information about these key sights can be downloaded via a QR code where you’ll find a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en-routeDream routes - inspirational routes with beautiful scenery are included on the maps to guide you on your next adventureExtensive index - the thorough index, also included on the QR code, is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quicklyFor the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around Norway. Autorid: Marco Polo

Marco Polo Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia Map: the ideal map for your trip Let the Marco Polo Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia Road Map guide you around these fascinating countries. This highly durable, detailed, touring map folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 2 500 000 ideal to help you plan your tour of these countries Easy to use - the super clear mapping in strong colours and clear text will help you navigate the country like a local Includes 3 city maps - detailed street maps Krung Thep (Bangkok), Phnom Penh and Singapore are also included Key highlights - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars and these are listed in the index booklet with a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en route Extensive index - the thorough index is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quickly For the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Autorid: Marco Polo

Marco Polo Costa Blanca Map: the ideal map for your trip Let the Marco Polo Costa Blanca Road Map guide you around this beautiful region of Spain. Discover the gorgeous beaches and charming towns with this highly durable, detailed, touring map of the Costa Blanca. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 200 000* ideal to help you tour the region by car or campervan Easy to use - the super clear mapping in strong colours and clear text will help you navigate the country like a local Includes detailed city maps - detailed street maps of all the major towns are also included Costa Blanca highlights - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars and these are listed in the index booklet with a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en route Extensive index - the thorough index is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quickly For the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around the Costa Blanca. *(1: 200 000 / 1cm=2km / 1inch=3.2 miles) Autorid: Marco Polo

Let the Marco Polo map of Ireland guide you around this wonderful country. Highly durable, this detailed, touring map of Ireland folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Ideal for planning your trip before you go and for exploring while you’re there, the map also features top sights not to be missed. Let the Marco Polo Ireland Road Map guide you around this beautiful country.Discover picturesque towns and dramatic coastlines with this highly durable, detailed touring map of Ireland. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck.Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 350 000 ideal to help you tour the country by car or RVEasy to use - the superbly clear mapping in strong colors and easy to read text will help you navigate the country like a localDurable, tear-resistant map - designed to withstand the rigors of the road, the map is printed on tear-resistant, water repellent and writeable paperHighlights included - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars. Further information about these key sights can be downloaded via a QR code where you’ll find a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en-routeDream routes - inspirational routes with beautiful scenery are included on the maps to guide you on your next adventureExtensive index - the thorough index, also included on the QR code, is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quicklyFor the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around Ireland. Autorid: Marco Polo

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Mach die Welt zu deinem Abenteuer und entdecke mit dem Lonely Planet Reiseführer New York Mit dem Lonely Planet auf eigene Faust durch die Stadt, die niemals schläft. Etliche Monate Recherche stecken im Kultreiseführer für Individualreisende. Autoren geben sachkundige Hintergrundinfos zum Reiseland, liefern Tipps und Infos für die Planung der Reise, beschreiben alle interessanten Sehenswürdigkeiten und präsentieren ihre persönlichen Entdeckungen und Tipps. Und auch Globetrotter, die abseits der ausgetretenen Touristenpfade unterwegs sein möchten, kommen auf ihre Kosten. Nehmen Sie sich viel Zeit, damit Sie angesichts der schwindelerregenden Vielfalt in dieser Stadt nicht den Überblick verlieren: Weltklasse-Museen und die Mütter aller Wolkenkratzer, spannende Ethno-Viertel, beruhigende Grünanlagen, trendige Shops und zahlreiche Partylocations. Wo übernachten und essen? Der Lonely-Planet-Reiseführer New York ist ehrlich, praktisch, witzig geschrieben und liefert inspirierende Eindrücke und Erfahrungen. Wie sagte Frank Sinatra: "wenn Sie's hier schaffen, schaffen Sie's überall!" Reiseplanung: Erkunde die tollsten Ecken deines Reiseziels und plane deine perfekte Reise mithilfe unserer Reiserouten und detaillierten Karten. Reiseziele: Entdecke einzigartige Erlebnisse, Tipps unserer Autor:innen und Expert:innen, Hintergründe und Empfehlungen. Praktisches: Die wichtigsten Informationen für deine Reise im Überblick. Kurz und übersichtlich zusammengefasst. Storybook: Tauche mit unseren Reportagen tief in den Alltag ein und erfahre mehr über die Seele deines Reiseziels. Der heraustrennbare Faltplan passt praktisch in jede Tasche.

Phytases fascinated considerable attention from both scientists and entrepreneurs in the areas of biotechnology. Phytic acid is an anti nutritive component in plant-derived food and feed, and therefore enzymatic hydrolysis of phytic acid is desirable. As the primary sequence is emerging, gene cloning would be the next step to redesign this enzyme for novel substrate specificity; thus, genetic manipulation for this enzyme would lead to better catalytic performance with higher turnover rates and this would be industrially important.

Let the Marco Polo USA West Road Map guide you around this incredible country.Plan your great American road trip from Seattle to San Diego, Sante Fe to Salt Lake City and everywhere in between with this highly durable, overview map of USA West. It folds away easily and is always on standby to help when you're stuck. Perfect touring map - the scale is 1 : 2 000 000* ideal to help you tour the main highways by car, RV or campervan Easy to use - the super clear mapping in strong colors and clear text will help you navigate the region Includes 6 city maps - detailed street maps of Beverly Hills, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle as well as maps of key National Parks including Death Valley, Glacier National Park, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite USA West highlights - major sights and key points of interest are marked on the map by numbered stars and these are listed in the index booklet with a brief description to help you pick the best places to see en route Extensive index - the thorough index is fully cross-referenced to the map to help you pinpoint your destination quickly For the big trips and the little detours, trust Marco Polo's clear mapping and thorough index to guide you around beautiful USA West.*(1: 2 000 000 / 1cm=20km / 1inch=32 miles)

"A house is not a home for wild things; wild things need to run, and soar, and swim." In the quiet dawn of the spring forest a boy finds an orphan fawn, hungry and alone. He carefully carries her home, caring for her while she grows strong. The boy and the fawn become inseparable. But the young deer is a wild thing and soon she is ready to discover a home of her own. When a big storm threatens, the boy worries for the young deer. Can the friends find each other again? Are some bonds stronger than goodbye? Lyrical and atmospheric, this beautiful picture book by award-winning author Louise Greig and illustrator Júlia Moscardó is an uplifting story of belonging, the enduring connection between humans and nature, and a tender lesson in learning when to let go. Autorid: Louise Greig, Júlia Moscardó

My parents built an empire. Then their enemies killed them and took everything.Only they made a mistake; they didn't kill me. I took back my family's fortune. And then I made them pay. Every last one of them, down to the blood and bones.Now their families want revenge.I refuse to let distractions keep me from holding on to my power, but these distracting temptations keep getting under my skin. And into my bed. Deadly Jake, who stood by me for years. Delicious Cooper, young, sweet but oh so dark. Dangerous Ben, my bodyguard in more ways than one. And secretive Hutton, the outcast whose past is darker than mine.They want my heart, while my enemies want me dead.The complete collection contains:IvoryCrimsonElodie