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Nary colecciona hilos en su bolsita secreta. Son los hilos de la guerra que vivió durante su infancia en su país, Reinode Camboya. Son hilos de diferentes colores de su crecimiento personal hasta convertirse en una superviviente, científica y olímpica. que corresponden a las distintas emociones de su vida.Es una historia rica en matices culturales y retos, contada como una aventura a medida que ExtraordiNary crece.Descubre a través de este cuento la historia de Nary, una chica extraordiNARYa.

Cette histoire bilingue pour enfants aidera les enfants à apprendre l'ukrainien ou le français comme langue étrangère. Idéal pour les enfants et les familles bilingues ukrainien-français. Ce livre existe également en version française.Un conte de fées magique ukrainien avec de belles illustrations colorées, écrit spécialement pour les enfants de 3 à 6 ans.Il s'agit d'une nouvelle adaptation d'un conte populaire ukrainien pour les enfants âgés de 3 à 6 ans. Deux soeurs se perdent dans une forêt enchantée. La magie maléfique retient la jeune Olena au fond du lac, et sa soeur cadette est transformée en chèvre par une sorcière rusée. Lorsqu'un danger encore plus grand menace sa soeur, Olena trouve la force de vaincre le sort. Rempli de magie et de mystère, cet album magnifiquement illustré est parfait pour les jeunes lecteurs qui aiment explorer le monde des contes de fées.

Written over a period of eight years, the poems in Shale Bings amble across adolescent landscapes, hazy spectres of West Lothian and the (queer) loves within, playful in their encounters with creatures and flora otherwise disregarded. Through these poems Ian Macartney attempts desire paths towards 'posthuman joy' - poems that ask to come play in the soil, to jump in the canal, to pretend to be a lovely dog, then follow through on what such shared futures might look/smell/taste/sound/vibe like.

The Hedgehog Poetry Press are proud to be able to share with you, the Selected Poems of one of the UK's finest poets, Gill McEvoy.Taking work from collections published by Happenstance Press, Cinnamon Press and the Hedgehog Poetry Press, Selected Poems shows a genius for finding the beauty in the everyday, and a perspective entirely her own. This is a masterful collection of work covering twenty years of the career of a poet that is truly unique.Gill McEvoy is a Hawthornden Fellow, has appeared on Sky Arts TV speaking about free verse as opposed to formal verse; was Artistic Director twice for "Chester Oyez!" the spoken word section of Chester Literature Festival, and is now a member of Company of Poets in Devon

freebleeding is a conversation between two poets, Charley Barnes & Wendy Allen, written in letters, poems and short prose. The collection explores facets of menstruation, bodily fluids, and feminism, and finds the many points at which these topics intersect. Through these works, Barnes and Allen explore what it is to bleed, what it is to cease bleeding - and how we might respect and know our bodies in both states. freebleeding is a vital conversation about what it is to bleed in a world in which women's blood is seen as a threat, and men's as power.

Dark clouds gather over Europe again, and the winds of war blow.Liselotte, growing up in 1930s Germany, faces the horrors of unfolding events. 500 miles away in Darnall, Josephine has her own struggles with death, poverty and identity.They make it through the war and meet years later at a Sheffield nursing home where Mrs Broadhead is a resident. But do they ever discover just how much they have in common?Perhaps the reader can work it out!

Julie Casson traces her husband Nigel's extraordinary journey from diagnosis of motor neurone disease to his successful death at Dignitas in Zurich. A rare and intimate account of one man's ultimate triumph over suffering and disease.

A pacy, real-life page-turner by Reuters journalist on the global 100-days mission to identify and catch the next virus outbreak, codenamed DISEASE X, before it spreads worldwide.

This France guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking inspirational guides and planning a more extended trip. It provides interesting facts about France's people, history and culture and detailed coverage of the best places to see. This France travel book has the style of an illustrated magazine to inspire you and give a taste of France. The book is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This France guidebook covers: Paris and around, the North, Champagne, Alsace, Lorraine, The West, Normany, Brittany, Loire Valley, Poitou-Charentes, Central France and the Alps, Burgundy, The Rhône Valley, Auvergne, Limousin, The Southwest, Aquitaine, Midi-Pyrénées, The South, Languedoc and Roussillon, Provence, The Côte d'Azur, Corsica.In this France travel guidebook, you will find:- Unique essays - country history and culture, and modern-day life, people and politics- France highlights - Eiffel Tower, the Loire Valley's exquisite châteaux and Provence's stunning coastline, French Riviera, Champagne, war cemeteries of Northern France, all the major historical sights, Riquewihr., St Emilion, St Paul-de-Vence, Carcassonne, Rocamadour, Cordes sur Ciel,Rouen, Lille, Nancy, Avignon, Toulouse - Practical travel information - getting there and around, budgeting, eating out, shopping, public holidays, information for LGBTQ+ travellers and more - When to go to France - high season, low season, climate information and festivals - Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots- Main attractions & curated places - narrative descriptions of where to go and what to see, covered geographically- Tips and facts - interesting facts about France and useful insider tips- High-quality maps of France - must-see places cross-referenced to colourful maps for quick orientation- Colour-coded chapters - each place chapter has its own colour assigned to aid easy navigation of this France travel guide- Striking pictures - rich, inspirational colour photography on all pages, capturing attractions, nature, people and historical features - Free download of title's eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to France - Fully updated post-COVID-19This France guidebook is just the tool you need to get under the skin of the destination and accompany you on your trip. It also makes a great gift because of its premium quality. This book will inspire you and answer all your questions while preparing a trip to France or along the way. It will also remain a beautiful souvenir after your trip.

This compact, pocket-sized Nice and the French Riviera travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Nice and the French Riviera without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.This Nice and the French Riviera pocket guidebook covers: Promenade des Anglais, Cimiez, Promenade du Paillon, Colline du Château and Vieux Port, Corniches drive, Monaco, Menton, Vence, Antibes, Cannes, Grasse, St Tropez, Massif des Maures.Inside this Nice and the French Riviera travel book, you will find:- 14 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way- Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect with other itineraries in the book- Things not to miss in Nice and the French Riviera - Alsace, Versailles, champagne, Mont St Michel, French cuisine, the Dordogne, Loire Valley châteaux, Provence, Paris, medieval gems - Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas- Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots- Historical and cultural insights - thematic articles highlight Nice and the French Riviera's unique life and culture - Unique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgets- Practical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential details- Meticulous mapping - practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest and places to eat or drink in the main itinerary text- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook Nice and the French Riviera - Fully updated post-COVID-19

This Yorkshire guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Yorkshire travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This Yorkshire guidebook covers: South Yorkshire; West Yorkshire; The Vale of York; The Yorkshire Dales; The North York Moors; East Riding of Yorkshire.Inside this Yorkshire travel book, you'll find: - A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks- Itinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Practical information - how to get to Yorkshire, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more- Author picks and things not to miss in Yorkshire - Whitby, Bettys Café Tea Rooms, Masham Breweries, Spurn Head, Rievaulx Abbey, The Esk Valley, Conisbrough Castle, hiking in the Dales, Bradford curry houses, York Minster - Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots- When to go to Yorkshire - high season, low season, climate information and festivals - Where to go - a clear introduction to Yorkshire with key places and a handy overview - Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences - regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs- Places to eat, drink and stay - hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels- Practical info at each site - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges- Colour-coded mapping - with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife- Background information for connoisseurs - history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Yorkshire - Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Yorkshire, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

Maggie, Bill, Sarah and Barry first read together at a Roundabout Nights event which took place at a Colony exhibition at The Halpern Gallery in October 2018. This reading was a huge success and the four poets agreed to read together again.In 2023, as part of the Rainham Poetry Festival, in association with Medway River Lit, Maggie, Bill, Sarah and Barry are reuniting for a reading. To commemorate this event The Choir Press in conjunction with Beckit Books is proud to publish a book containing a sample of poetry from each of these four outstanding poets.

"Susan Higginbotham has a gift for telling the tales of strong women who stepped out from the shadows into which society's strictures would have cast them in order to make their indelible marks on history. . . . Weaving together sumptuous prose and groundbreaking research, Higginbotham delivers a read that is both empowering and important."-Allison Pataki, New York Times bestselling author of Finding Margaret FullerFrom the award-winning author of The Stolen Crown and Hanging Mary comes a novel based on the life of the indomitable Ernestine Rose, whose fearless advocacy helped bring about the rights women enjoy today.Question everything, Ernestine vows while growing up in a Poland ravaged by the Napoleonic wars. Accept nothing blindly.Rejecting her rabbi father's religion and an arranged marriage, Ernestine strikes out on her own, arriving in New York in 1836. Distressed by the injustices around her, she takes to the public speaking platform, pressing for the abolition of slavery and for women's rights alongside activists like Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. But at a time when women are expected to confine themselves to the parlor and the hearth-and when an atheist is best advised to say nothing at all-is Ernestine's adopted country ready to hear her?Following Ernestine through triumph and heartbreak and across two continents, The Queen of the Platform brings out of history's shadows a heroine who braved public scorn to fight for the values she held dear.

Offers a new, Spinozist framework for understanding encounters with otherness in Romantic literature as experiences of immanence.

Shows how nineteenth-century discoveries in acoustical science shaped Victorian literary representations of gender, sexuality, and intimacy.

The gripping tale of a less than innocent - yet far from guilty - man unfolds as fifty-year old Pat Donaldson returns to Ireland, the land of his birth. Framed and imprisoned for a crime he did not commit, he finds himself the unwitting victim of Dublin's most ruthless drug baron, a man who acts with impunity from behind a shield of propriety, all the while aided from a cabal of corruption. All seems lost for Pat until one sole glimmering light of hope, in the form of a young and honest guardian of the law, breaks through the seemingly impenetrable mantle of fate to secretly champion his cause. Good deeds and intentions must combine perfectly with the finesse of legal machinations to triumph over what, on the face of it, seems to be the perfect stooge caught in the perfect set-up.

Sandy, a young Cairn terrier, moves from Scotland with his owner, Angus, to start a new life in South Devon. While temporarily lodging on a farm, a serious accident results in his adoption by the Rossiter family. A few years later, Sandy gets into more trouble, putting his life in danger and accounting for one of the worst moments in the author's life.

Gospatric's childhood is defined by loss. His uncle, King Duncan I, was killed by Macbeth. Five years later, his father and grandfather were defeated by Macbeth's forces, attempting to avenge this death. Gospatric and his brother were protected by Siward, the powerful Earl of Northumbria. Gospatric's adult life and the safety of his growing family was dominated by his cousin, King Malcolm III of Scotland, and William the Conqueror, as plots unfold to take England back for its rightful king. A wealthy Scot pulls together an unlikely team to uncover the truth about Gospatric's life, his family's place in history and his supposed early death. How did he become the Earl of Northumbria? Why did his children dominate Cumbria, Dunbar, and most of Lothian? How did he survive the wrath of the Conqueror? Did he die young? This team of three men and one woman, two Scots and two Americans, uncover secrets in both the present and the past. Although this is a work of fiction, it is based on extensive research of Gospatric's place in history. He was the grandson of Crinan and Bethoc, important eleventh century figures in Scotland, as well as of Uchtred the Bold, the powerful Earl of Northumbria. Gospatric has descendants across the world, who are unaware of their relationship to this forgotten earl.

Nicked unfurls a riveting tale of high-stakes art theft, where the worlds of crime and culture collide. A Parisian van, laden with precious fine art destined for a London sale, falls prey to a cunning heist. Amidst this chaos, Alistair, a casual holidaymaker, finds himself thrust into the heart of the intrigue. Urged to chase the thieves, his pursuit catapults him across the Channel, back to France. Set predominantly in the picturesque southwest of France, Nicked invites readers to explore the enchanting ambience of a 14th-century village perched atop a hill, a locale unwittingly entwined in the heist. By a twist of fate, this village, steeped in history and mystery, is where Alistair owns a summer retreat. As the narrative weaves through the cobbled streets and ancient architecture, suspense builds: will the art thieves' paths cross with that of Alistair, the impromptu investigator? Nicked masterfully combines the allure of a rustic French village with the adrenaline of a crime thriller, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they ponder whether the art and its pursuer will converge in this unexpected haven.

France is embroiled in war with Austria as Napoleon races from victory at Castiglione into the ragged peaks of the Tyrol. His aim: defeat the cunning General Würmser and conquer the fortress stronghold of Mantua. But even while Napoleon pursues Würmser down the Brenta River Valley, Austrian forces are secretly gathering under General Alvinczy. They plan a daring offensive to drive the outnumbered French from Italy entirely. So begins a thrilling campaign that will span continents, from the snow-capped Alps to the swirling sands of Egypt. Pursuing his grand vision of strangling English trade by conquering Alexandria and Cairo, Napoleon must defeat both Ottoman forces and the unforgiving desert itself. Even a prowling British Navy led by admiral Lord Nelson cannot deter the ambitious Corsican from this vital strategic prize. This well-researched history analyses Napoleon's audacious Italian and Egyptian operations. Can his Army of Italy withstand aggressive Austrian counterattacks in the mountainous Italian theatre? Will the harsh Egyptian frontier thwart Napoleon's expanding ambitions and grand strategy? This scholarly appraisal provides authoritative perspectives on these pivotal early campaigns of Napoleon's meteoric career.

In the years leading up to the Second World War, amidst an economic depression, a young cabaret dancer from Northern England accepts a job at a modest music hall in Malta, a Mediterranean island. Unbeknownst to her, the outbreak of war following Italy's declaration against Britain and France in the summer of 1940 would leave her stranded in Malta for the entirety of the conflict. In these challenging times, she finds herself working for the Royal Air Force and embroiled in a passionate love affair with a distinguished RAF pilot. The author, drawing on contemporary eyewitness accounts and historical resources, sets the scene against a backdrop of bravery, resilience, and sacrifice. This period marks the two and a half years when Malta's population and its defenders valiantly withstood the relentless onslaught of the Italian and German air forces. Christina and the George Cross Island weaves a narrative that blends fact with fiction, infusing both humour and heartbreak into this compelling tale of war, love, and endurance.

Two single mothers, Brenda and Maureen established friendships when shopping in the city one day. As normal London families, they shared ideas and helped each other out. They both had daughters who automatically became friends too. Events enfold when Tyler the nephew of Maureen began to blackmail his cousin Emilia, Maureen's daughter leading her to sexually groom Maria for Tyler, Brenda's daughter. Maureen suffered depression and was sectioned upon hearing what her nephew had done, Emilia got married early and left for Spain. Maria pursued her education and became a lawyer, but her experience with Tyler scared her emotions; could she love any man? This novel talks about family life and how circumstances change with time. Unexpected illness etc. Find out how The Neighbour at Number 18 got involved.

Experience a captivating journey of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery through the lives of dynamic characters, Kevin O'Keefe, Nelly Kelly, Elisabeth Churchill (alias-Miss Biddy Bell, alias Liz Monaco), Lucie, and Brigadier Kingsley. Set in Northern Ireland, this tale spans the turn of the century, WW1, and involves spies and the armed forces, leading up to a climactic finish on the Isle of Man. Delve into a story of humour, deceit, treachery, success, family, and friendship as each character navigates their own path to happiness and fulfilment.

Dive into the heart of late 19th-century England in Margot, the first in a stirring trilogy. Young Margot, forced to relinquish her newborn, finds herself torn between the affections of the wealthy Lord Beaufort and the passionate painter, Matthew. As Margot navigates love, loyalty, and loss amidst a tumultuous love triangle, the lingering hope of reuniting with her daughter, Mary, casts a long shadow. Every choice she makes draws her closer to heartache or salvation, leading to a journey of self-discovery in a time of societal constraints.

The race for limitless energy takes a dramatic turn. The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), under construction in France, aims to replicate the sun's helium fusion process using a Tokamak. However, the project faces significant delays. Amidst these delays, a French start-up achieves a ground breaking feat by successfully fusing hydrogen and solar heat. This innovation leads to the creation of Hysoplasm, or HSP - a cheap, abundant and sustainable energy source. But this development doesn't sit well with those invested in traditional energy sectors. Key players in the Oil, Gas and Finance Industries in Brussels are alarmed. To counter this emerging threat, they turn to Chris Towers, a formidable and unscrupulous lobbyist. Towers finds himself in a clandestine meeting with EU Commissioner Manuel Rojas, responsible for Climate Action and Energy Union, in an obscure café in Brussels. This is a story about the high-stakes world of energy politics, where technological breakthroughs clash with entrenched interests, whilst the future of global energy is at play. 'Which interests stand in the way of real climate solutions? This eco-thriller tells a story of the fight of a start-up against the fossil industry. It introduces HSP as an abundant, renewable energy for a cleaner future.' Pim van Galen, journalist at Dutch Public Television. 'A fascinating and well-timed story.' Ton van Uffel, energy and chemistry expert. 'This book convinces with the sincerity of the plot and the richness of the details. It deserves a wider audience than just environmental geeks. Captive reading.' Jochem Visser, lawyer. 'Fighting injustice is tempting and honourable but not easy.' Roberto Bastida Caracuel, port development manager.

SWOOSH! What is that noise? Willy and Wally hear a strange noise (again!) and set out to investigate - Swoosh! Yes that noise! Willy and Wally are windscreen wipers. But they're no ordinary windscreen wipers! These windscreen wipers come to life when people (that's you and me) are not looking. Next time you are in a car with your family, take a look. But don't touch them! They may be special too. Our mischievous windscreen wipers (as in cheeky monkeys!) are helped by their friends. There's Milly and Molly the mirrors, 'Enery the engine, Horatio the headlight and Boddington the bumper. Swoosh! There's that noise again. I first met Willy and Wally on a journey to London many, many years ago. It was raining and they did a grand job in keeping the windscreen clear and so kept me safe. Swoosh! Hang on! There it is again. I think we had better find out what all this swooshing is about!