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Insatiable Appetites
Step into the kitchens, streets and chop houses of Georgian London – one day, one city, countless appetites. From dawn until past midnight, Londoners dined at taverns, coaching inns, oyster rooms, confectioners, coffee shops, chocolate houses, soup shops and dining rooms. For the poor, the streets bustled with vendors offering early versions of fast food: hot green peas, baked potatoes, suet puddings, curds and whey, rice milk, gingerbread, pastry ‘pigs,’ and the now-forgotten saloop, a warming drink made from orchid roots. After dark, sex workers and their clients indulged in a glass of jelly, then considered an aphrodisiac, as a precursor to a visit to the brothel. As the empire expanded, culinary influences poured in: London’s first Indian takeaway appeared in 1773, while the East End became home to Jewish fried fish, Italian boloney and German sausages. Through the course of a single day, this book takes readers on a journey through breakfast, lunch, dinner and supper in Georgian London, drawing on contemporary archives to follow hungry citizens from all walks of life as they navigate the city’s diverse food landscape. It reveals not only culinary pleasures and horrors, but also the social challenges and daily struggles that shaped life in the capital.
Familiar
When Cora inherits a house in rural County Down from a grandmother she never knew, she steps into a family history shaped by absence, silence, and restraint. Ballybrae House is both shelter and a place of renewal, holding the imprints of those who came before and the hope of something new. Told through the shifting perspectives of three women across generations, Familiar follows Annie as she approaches death and discovers unexpected freedom in letting go; Joyce, her daughter, almost mute with grief, who finds liberation in Cora's arrival; and Cora, who must learn to inhabit a place - and a past - that was deliberately withheld from her, and find the courage to begin again. Familiar is a story about belonging and the uneasy intimacy of family, asking what it means to survive within inherited structures - and how, at moments of rupture, those structures might be remade.
A Curse for the Homesick
Would you walk away from the only man you've ever loved, if it meant you could save his life?'ACHING AND POIGNANT' AVA REID 'BITTERSWEET, HOPEFUL' ALLISON SAFT'STUNNING, HEARTBREAKING' MEG SHAFFERTess has loved Soren all her life - fiercely, hopelessly and without end. But the island that raised them is cursed: its shadow hangs over every family still living there. Now it threatens to claim Soren too. She is desperate to leave, to carve out a life away from heartbreak. Yet Soren refuses to abandon the only place he's ever belonged - even if it means his time is running out. Is borrowed time together worth more than a lifetime without? Or will Tess have to make the hardest decision of al? EADERS LOVE LAURA BROOKE ROBSON'Laura Brooke Robson is a gifted writer' ?'So many passages are beautiful and perfectly captured' ?'A delicious read that was hard to put down' ?'Laura Brooke Robson is a talent to watch' ?'Poetic, beautiful, funny, heart-wrenching' ?
Come What May
An uplifting guide to navigating hard times from the bestselling author of When the Dust Settles'A shining beacon of sense and wisdom. We can all benefit from reading this brilliant book about how to respond with resilience.' RACHEL CLARKE'An unlikely superhero' SUNDAY TIMES'An amazing woman' JAMES O'BRIEN We all experience uncertainty, change and loss. How can we weather the storms, and cope with whatever comes next? No one can answer this better than Lucy Easthope, an emergency planner whose job is to support survivors of major disasters. Time and again she has watched how people rebuild: the work, the pitfalls and the fragile joy. In Come What May, she distils for us what she has learned about how to carry on and come back stronger. Through poignant stories and hard-won wisdom, she offers a roadmap for resilience in the face of adversity. She explains what shape the recovery journey might take, how to triage your life, how to plan for 'the slump' (also known as the lasagne phase), and what good (and bad) help looks like. This is a book for all of us who want not just to survive, but to live and unleash strengths we never knew we had.
Lone Women
A Horror Western from award-winning author Victor LaValle. Best Book of the Year: Esquire, Washington Post, Vulture'Deftly weaves history, horror, suspense, and the perspectives of those rarely recorded in the West.' The New York Times'This moody and masterful western fires on all cylinders.' Publishers Weekly'His best novel yet.' Gabino Iglesias, author of House of Bone and RainBlue skies, empty land—and enough wide-open space to hide a horrifying secret. A woman with a past, a mysterious trunk, a town on the edge of nowhere. Montana, 1915. When the US government offers Americans free land to those who can tame it, Adelaide Henry leaps at the chance. She’s fleeing from California and the family home that was left behind in flames. With no choice but to run, Adelaide becomes a ‘lone woman’, a female homesteader staking her claim on the unforgiving Montana soil. Yet, no matter how far she goes, Adelaide’s past is not so easily left behind. With her is an enormous steamer trunk that must stay closed at all times, and a secret inside that destroyed her family. But secrets cannot be stay locked up forever, and it isn’t long before her fellow homesteaders notice what Adelaide has desperately tried to hide – wherever she and her deadly cargo go, tragedy and terror follow. The American West is lonely and brutal, and that which Adelaide has tried so hard to escape may be the only thing that will help her survive. FINALIST FOR THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZEFINALIST FOR THE LOCUS AWARDLONGLISTED FOR THE MARK TWAIN AMERICAN VOICE IN LITERATURE AWARD***Readers love Lone Women***'A haunting historical horror novel about isolation, survival, and monstrous secrets in the American West. Dark, powerful, and deeply unsettling.' FIVE STARS 'This was an excellent experience and I really love LaValle’s storytelling.' FIVE STARS'I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful mix of historical fiction, western folklore, and… horror.' FIVE STARS'Amazing!!! Emotional, moving, unexpected, sometimes brutal.' FIVE STARS
Klinická kardiologie, 6. vydání
Současnou kardiologii charakterizuje obrovský objem faktů, a to faktů podstatných pro každodenní praxi. Kardiologie je však současně také jedním z nejrychleji se vyvíjejících oborů moderní medicíny. Převratné novinky, zejména v terapii, přicházejí nyní i několikrát v průběhu jednoho roku a na kardiology jsou kladeny stále vyšší nároky, aby dokázali držet krok s dynamikou oboru. Vzhledem k tomu, že 5. vydání Klinické kardiologie bylo rychle rozebráno, připravuje autorský kolektiv vedený Janem Vojáčkem a Jiřím Kettnerem další, tentokrát již 6. vydání, přepracované a aktualizované do roku 2026.
Kniha je již tradičně rozdělena do základních 11 klinických oddílů pokrývajících celou kardiologii, obsahuje souhrny pro každodenní kardiologickou praxi, včetně přístupu k nemocnému a rozhodovacích procesů v kardiologii. Na publikaci se podílela řada předních českých kardiologů a podává logicky uspořádaný přehled nejdůležitějších a aktualizovaných praktických znalostí z oblasti celé kardiologie a angiologie. Velkou předností knihy je to, že se autorům podařilo velmi racionálně vše uspořádat do jednodílné publikace s velkým množstvím přehledných grafů, tabulek a obrázků. Předchozí vydání knihy Klinická kardiologie byla Českou kardiologickou společností zařazena do seznamu doporučené literatury pro kardiologickou atestaci. Kniha byla vyznamenána a doporučena jako učebnice k atestaci Českou angiologickou společností.
Nástupnictví v rodinných firmách
Nástupnictví v rodinných firmách je jedno z nejsložitějších, a přesto nejméně systematicky uchopených témat českého podnikatelského prostředí. Kniha je srozumitelným a praktickým průvodcem mezigeneračním předáním majetku, řízení i hodnot. Ukazuje, jak předcházet konfliktům mezi členy rodiny, jak vytvořit a smysluplně pracovat s rodinnou ústavou a jak přemýšlet o její právní roli. Vysvětluje, jaké možnosti nabízejí majetkové struktury, jako jsou svěřenské či nadační fondy, a jak nastavit jejich fungování tak, aby obstály i při náhlém výpadku zakladatele.
Autorka propojuje téměř desetiletou praxi s hlubokým právním zázemím a přináší odpovědi na otázky, které si podnikatelské rodiny kladou, ale jen zřídka nacházejí ucelené a odpovědné vysvětlení.
Plachý dům
Rodinné vztahy mezi dcerou, matkou a otcem tvoří osu románu Plachý dům slovenské prozaičky Barbory Hrínové. Autorka, kterou čeští čtenáři znají již ze sbírky povídek Jednorožci (2020, česky 2022), se ve své nové knize vrací k tématům blízkosti, paměti a každodennosti. Román vystavěný na čtyřvětém symfonickém půdorysu sleduje příběh stárnoucího učitele hudby Ambroze. Nahlíží jeho vztahy s nejbližšími, jeho tiché zápasy i radosti a jeho hluboký vztah k hudbě a poezii. Z různých perspektiv a prostřednictvím proměnlivých vypravěčských forem skládá autorka citlivý obraz rodiny – nenápadný, a přitom silný.
Baby Kraken
Ollie is afraid of the sea - he just KNOWS it's full of monsters! While playing in a little tide pool, he meets a baby octopus. They become friends, and Ollie slowly learns that there was nothing to be scared of. After all, there are no giant monsters under the sea... are there?
Hupo and the Wonder Thief
Hupo is on a mission to restore dreams and wonder to his home once again, before the Wallower destroys everything this story is about... Hupo and the Aletha love to amble through the bustling streets of their city, talking to shopkeepers and recounting tales of their favourite adventurer, the Great Humdingo - much to the annoyance of everyone around them. But when mysterious, zombifying mists creep into town and the Aletha is captured by a sinister force in the mountains, Hupo's on a mission to set everything to rights. But can he hold onto who he is when everything around him seems so terribl? reator Billy Partridge whisks us into his magical tale with whimsical artwork and a story about imagination, adventure, and having the courage to be yourself - even if you have a big personality.
Ancient Wisdom of Asian Philosophers
Acting as a bridge between the ancient and the contemporary, this collection of memorable quotes highlights some of the most important teachings of Eastern philosophers, including Confucius, Lao Tzu, and the Buddha. These philosophies transcend time and civilization, revealing essential truths that continue to resonate deeply in modern life. Learn to go with the flow and embrace the natural rhythm of life with Taoism, strengthen your ethics and moral character with Confucianism, and enlighten your mind and spirit with Buddhism. Whether you are seeking clarity for everyday decisions or profound truths for personal growth, this book is a spiritual gateway to meditative reflection and purposeful living.
Pathfinding
*Longlisted for the Highland Book Prize 2025What if losing your way is how a new path begin? rom the author of Wanderers: A History of Women Walking comes the story of one mother's journey from wilderness to freedom. ___After the upheaval of becoming a mother, walker Kerri Andrews finds herself carrying the idea that maybe the hills are no longer for her. Yet, as she begins to uncover hidden stories of other mothers who’ve walked, she realises that there may be a way back to adventure – and herself. So Kerri begins small, with walks along beaches and in cities, joined by women whose lives have also been reshaped by motherhood. And gradually, as her journeys grow bolder, drawing her to the valleys and peaks of her past, a new path begins to open. One that will offer the possibility of reclaiming both the mountains, and her freedom. The result is an inspirational story for any mother who has ever felt the pull of the outside. ___‘Left me itching to lace up my boots and follow the call of the path.’ Laura Pashby, author of Chasing Fog‘Powerful and unflinchingly honest’ Annabel Abbs, author of Windswept‘An invitation that will leave you desperate to step outside.’ Resurgence & Ecologist
Greatest Football Stars: Rodri
Rodri is a treble winner with Manchester City and a Euros champion with Spain. His passing and playmaking abilities in midfield make him one of the greatest players in the game, and his determination to succeed is unmatched. Sometimes it seems he can do anything!About the Greatest Football Stars series:Greatest Football Stars dives into the incredible journeys of the world’s greatest players of all time. Featuring talents from all around the globe, this series covers their unique journeys to stardom – from playing football in the park to performing in front of capacity crowds on the biggest stage and in the biggest leagues.
London Clubland
A fascinating, exhaustive guide to London's private members' clubs - both old and new - and their culture. Uncover the hidden world of London's private members' clubs. This guide, by the leading historian on the subject, provides a fascinating glimpse into the inner worlds of these legendary institutions - from aristocratic haunts like Boodle's and Brooks's, to modern icons like Soho House and the Groucho Club. Exploring the culture, history and traditions of these enigmatic locations, London Clubland is the ultimate almanac to this world, from navigating the application process, to the unwritten rules that define these spaces - not to mention a wealth of trivia and entertaining anecdotes assembled over twenty years. Discover mottos, maps, songs and club recipes, as well as little-known facts that some of London's most iconic clubs probably wouldn't want you to know. Whether you are a long-standing member, a reciprocal visitor, an aspiring applicant or simply curious about this secretive world, step into a revealing tour of some of London's most discreet institutions.
Girls' Night At Home
Grab your fluffiest blanket, light those candles and get your girl gang together to create unforgettable memories with this book filled with fun ideas for the ultimate girls' nightA feel-good guide, packed with at-home date night ideas to enjoy with your best girls in your living room, kitchen, garden, or even bathroom, making your home the ultimate hangout spot for all your friends. Be it a cosy spa night filled with skincare and DIY face masks, a paint and sip party, a candle-lit book club session or even a murder documentary binge-watch, this book has you covered. With ideas to suit all kinds of interests, this book will make every girls' hangout fun and exciting. Inside you will find:- Themed chapters, each with a unique vibe and collection of activities- A checklist to help you remember the items you'll need- Powerful quotes about female friendshipAnd much more! Girls' Night is all about connection, comfort and creating a little bit of sparkle and joy in your everyday life. Because who says staying in can't be fun?
This Weekend Doesn't End Well for Anyone
'The most fun you'll have between the pages of a book!' – Janice Hallett, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Appeal'A zany, madcap murder mystery' – Nita Prose, Sunday Times bestselling author of The MaidA luxury hotel in the Bahamas. A world-renowned writers’ conference. A killer on the loose . . . Eleanor Dash can never catch a break, but she finally has the ticket to a relaxing weekend: an all-inclusive resort where she’s speaking at a conference for murder mystery writers. Then she checks in and finds a body on the floor of her hotel room. Any one of the familiar faces at the resort could have been the intended target – or the culprit behind it all. Or perhaps it’s one of the other writers in attendance, who know all too well the many ways to craft a perfect crime. Eleanor is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery and must do whatever it takes to get out of this weekend alive . . .
Thundery at Times
"An inspiring tale, brimming with can-do and positivity." - Tristan Gooley, author of The Natural Navigator"A tender, human adventure that reveals what can unfold when you honour a promise and keep paddling forwards." - Alastair Humphreys, author of MicroadventuresFrom the bestselling author of Moderate Becoming Good Later comes the hopeful, honest and humorous story of one woman's attempt to finish the challenge left to her by her brother: to sea kayak in every area of the Shipping Forecast Katie had never been in a sea kayak, but when her brother Toby died in the middle of his challenge to paddle in every area of the Shipping Forecast, she decided to honour his memory by completing his adventure. On a journey that takes her from the monotonies of motherhood in urban Barcelona to the far reaches of the Shipping Forecast through the wilds of the British Isles, Katie is forced to face her past and question her present, exploring the loss of her family members as well as her own identity. After two years of inelegant paddling and potentially worse parenting, can she complete the challenge? Thundery at Times is not a story of battling high seas or completing daring tasks, but one of making your own rules and living life to the full. It is about finding joy and hope in nature, motherhood and middle age, in nurturing your own adventures and embracing connection and peace. It is a story of female resilience in the face of adversity; of staring down grief and asking, what's possible from here? As seen on the BBC Travel Show.
Easy Rider
Easy Rider (1969) broke the mould of Hollywood studio production, making stars of Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper and Jack Nicholson, and launching a new wave of radical and experimental American cinema. One of the key films of the late 60s, Easy Rider enshrined the ideals of the counterculture, but also foresaw their demise in the division and paranoia of a nation rocked by Watergate and the Vietnam War. Few films since have captured its particular blend of innocence and cynicism, hope and despair. In his illuminating study of the film, Lee Hill explores both the circumstances surrounding its making and the social and cultural forces that found expression in it. Hill argues that the role of the film’s primary screenwriter, Terry Southern, has been neglected as the exact circumstances of production, filming and editing have become lost in myth-making. Drawing on archival research and first-person interviews with Southern, Hill questions some of the legends that surround Easy Rider. In his afterword to this new edition, Hill revisits the film from the perspective of a contemporary era of political strife, and traces the subsequent fortunes of its director, producer and stars Hopper, Fonda and Nicholson in a changing Hollywood.
The Art of Occupation
'Fantastic! A must read for fans of Philip Kerr'STEVE CAVANAGH 'An excellent historical series'VASEEM KHAN THE BRAND NEW NOVEL IN THE AWARD-WINNING OCCUPATION SERIESIn the city of light, some deals are only made in the shadows. When a corrupt art dealer is killed, Detective Eddie Giral descends into an underground world of stolen paintings, forged identities, and whispered deals with Nazi Occupiers. As Eddie discovers links to a wealthy Jewish family's missing collection, the trail leads him to Paris's Jeu de Paume, where looted masterpieces have vanished - and where guarded curator Rose Valland gives nothing away. But in Eddie's efforts to win her trust he forgets - can he trust he? ith Parisians turning against their neighbours to survive, and the different factions of the city's Occupiers entangling Eddie in their power struggles, the answers he needs lie in the museum's most secretive collection... *****PRAISE FOR CHRIS LLOYD'S OCCUPATION SERIES:'Ranks alongside Alan Furst and Philip Kerr ... Powerful stuff'SUNDAY TIMES'A thoughtful, haunting thriller'MICK HERRON'Such a powerful and morally nuanced crime novel. Both a gripping murder mystery and a vivid recreation of Paris under German Occupation'ANDREW TAYLOR'It's up there with luminaries such as Philip Kerr, Sebastian Faulks and Manda Scott - in fact, it's probably better than all of those'DAVID YOUNG'A haunting and eye-opening portrayal of life under occupation'ADELE PARKS'Lloyd does a masterly job of conjuring a hungry, defeated Paris. Eddie is a convincing protagonist; a flawed man trying his best to be a good one'THE TIMES
