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The Shipikisha Club
A woman on trial. A marriage built on silence. A culture that demands endurance. Sali, a working mother of three, is on trial for the murder of her husband, Kasunga. Accused of shooting him after a fight in their bedroom, she pleads not guilty and must rely on an overworked legal aid lawyer as a courtroom hungry for judgement looks on. Fourteen years earlier, Sali's life was shaped by a different kind of violence. The pressure to conform, to endure, to shipikisha. When an affair with a wealthy, married man ends in sudden death, she enters a loveless marriage to escape the shame of unwed motherhood. What follows is a life marked by infidelity, financial strain, postnatal depression and quiet suffering, until endurance finally gives way. Told through a braided narrative moving between past and present, The Shipikisha Club is a powerful literary novel about marriage, motherhood and the devastating cost of silence in contemporary Zambia.
Oxford Reading Tree: Level 1: More First Words: Get On
The Level 1 Biff, Chip and Kipper Stories, written by Roderick Hunt and illustrated by Alex Brychta, provide both wordless stories and a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills with simple first words and sentences. Wordless Stories A and Wordless Stories B introduce the characters and children learn that the pictures tell a story, where a story begins and how to turn the pages. First Words and More First Words introduce children to simple words and the characters'' names.Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.
Last Kind Words Saloon
This is Larry McMurtry''s ballad in prose: his heartfelt tribute to a bygone era of the American West. In his final novel, he returns to the vivid and unsparing portrait of the nineteenth-century and cowboy lifestyle made so memorable in his classic Lonesome Dove.Long Grass, Texas. Once hailed as heroes for their days of subduing drunks in Abilene and Dodge – more often with a mean look than a pistol – the taciturn Wyatt Earp now idles away his time between bottles, while the dentist-turned-gunslinger Doc Holliday is more adept at poker than extracting teeth. With the buffalo herds gone, the Comanche defeated, and vast swaths of the Great Plains enclosed by cattle ranches, Wyatt and Doc live on, even as the storied West that forged their myths disappears.McMurtry traces their rich and varied friendship from Buffalo Bill''s Wild West Show in Denver to Tombstone, Arizona to the famed gunfight at the O.K. Corral, rendered here in his stark and peerless prose. As harsh and beautiful, and as brutal and captivating as the open range it depicts, The Last Kind Words Saloon celebrates the genius of one of the most original American writers.Part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the very best of modern literature.
Psychedelická medicína
Tato kniha čtenáři nabízí rozhovory veterána výzkumu změněných stavů vědomí Richarda L. Millera s předními americkými vědci, kteří zkoumají vlivy psychedelických látek (LSD, MDMA, psilocybinu a ayahuascy) na člověka. Psychedelická medicína je výstupem padesáti let profesního i osobního zájmu o lékařsky přínosné a potenciálně transformační účinky těchto látek.
Když se podíváme na uplynulé půlstoletí a skutečnosti, které nám v této knize výzkumníci přibližují, je více než jasné, že veřejnosti byl odepřen přístup k prostředkům, které mají potenciál změnit běh lidských dějin. Ukazuje se, že psychedelické látky, podávané podle ověřených a jasně popsaných pravidel, navozují změněné stavy vědomí, které podněcují kreativitu a psychofyzické uzdravení. Nabízejí nám i svobodu zkoumat sebe sama a prezentovat tyto výsledky výzkumu komukoli, kdo se zajímá o ty nejhlubší otázky bytí.
S rozšířením vlastního vědomí se osvobozujeme od otroctví, které je vlastní všem kulturním a institucionálním systémům. Otroctví vzniká rutinním opakováním každodenního života, tak dlouho, dokud se dané chování neinstitucionalizuje — právě tehdy vzniká establishment. Zkostnatělá kultura současného establishmentu zapříčiňuje trvalý tlak, kterým svobodné prostředí potlačuje a ovládá jak naši kreativitu, tak rozšíření našeho vědomí. Z této knihy vyplývá, že pomocí psychedelických látek lze dosáhnout z tohoto stavu uzdravení.
Léto u jezera
Disa pracuje jako účetní ve stavební firmě, ale v práci i v osobním životě si připadá čím dál osamělejší. Jednoho dne pohár hořkosti přeteče a Disa uskuteční bláznivý nápad – prodá byt ve Stockholmu a za utržené peníze si pořídí statek u jezera v jižním Švédsku. Chce si tu splnit sen a provozovat útulný penzion, ale ukáže se, že nalákat do odlehlé pustiny hosty bude vyžadovat velkou dávku vynalézavosti a odvahy. Disa brzy zjistí, že se slepicemi, losy a jahodovými plantážemi to není tak jednoduché, jak si představovala. O sousedech s jiskrou v oku ani nemluvě.
Lengyelország bukása - 1939
"A német csapatok 1939. szeptember 1-jén lépték át Lengyelország határát, amellyel megkezdődött a Fall Weiss fedőnéven ismert hadművelet és eredményeként egész Európa hat éven keresztül lángokban állt. Korábban ezt a hadjáratot széles körben a villámháború tankönyvi példájaként írták le, de valójában a Wehrmacht még csak tanulta az új harceljárásokat, a páncélosok és repülőgépek alkalmazásának módját.
A lengyel haderőt gyakran félrevezetően reménytelenül elavultnak és a Wehrmachthoz képest alulértékeltnek állítják be, miközben a valóság teljesen mást mutat. Valójában a lengyelek több páncélossal rendelkeztek, mint a britek, és megfejtették a német Enigma gép rejtjelezését is. Bár Németország és a Szovjetunió együttes támadása legyőzte Lengyelországot, nem tudta megtörni a lengyel harci szellemet, és több ezer katona, illetve pilóta menekült el, hogy más frontokon tovább harcoljon a németek ellen.
A szerző, Robert Forczyk hiánypótló módon, egyaránt használja a lengyel és a német forrásokat, megkérdőjelezi a Fall Weiss hadművelet mítoszait, hogy elmesélje a történelem legnagyobb konfliktusát kiváltó esemény teljes történetét."
Pucci : Fashion Story. 45th Ed.
Bright colors, bold prints and joie-de-vivre abound in this tribute to Pucci, the distinctive fashion house. Full of archival photos, sketches, and designs, this edition captures the breathtaking elegance, drama, and innovation of a unique brand.
Don't Call Me a Fish!
Do you know what a fish is? Don't be so sure until you've read Don't Call Me a Fish!Join curious duo Ari and Turtle as they deep dive into the ocean in search of fish. But along the way, they meet lots of sea creature that are absolutely NOT the shiny-scaled creatures they're looking for. There are starfish, dolphins, jellyfish, squid and more . . . until finally, they find some fish! Part of the 'Don't Call Me a . . .' picture book series which turns science on its head with exciting adventure stories that bust common myths, fact-checked by experts. Each book follows a curious child and their toy as they journey through space, the ocean, the forest and even prehistoric times – only to discover that things aren’t always what they seem! Each book wraps up with a fun fact file, making it a great way for kids to explore science, nature and the animal kingdom – all in an engaging, giftable format. With vibrant illustrations and plenty of fascinating facts, this series is a perfect introduction to early STEM concepts – a must-have for curious young minds! Also available in the series: Don't Call Me an Insect!, Don’t Call Me a Star!, Don’t Call Me a Dinosaur!
Paris
Follow in the footsteps of history to discover the hidden places, extraordinary people, and captivating stories of Paris.Paris: Secret Gardens, Hidden Places, and Stories of the City of Light, Mary McAuliffe’s multilayered exploration of Paris, weaves a narrative that takes the reader into secret and hidden places, even in the midst of the most well-known Paris destinations.McAuliffe’s hidden places can be small but are always revealing, whether a bas-relief on an ignored corner of Notre-Dame or an overlooked courtyard inside an ancient and busy hospital. She takes the reader below the streets and sidewalks of Paris to discover ancient aqueducts and a lost river, and she prompts the reader to notice overlooked treasures in the most trafficked of museums.Always, McAuliffe’s focus is on people and their stories. Evil queens, designing noblemen, bold chevaliers, and desperate lovers mingle with Resistance fighters and obsessed artists rising out of abject poverty into unexpected fame and fortune, adding to the tidal wave of creativity that is the lifeblood of the City of Light.One person, place, and story lead to another, each linked by a common thread within the layered richness of Paris’s past. The story of Paris is not a chronology but an exploration of the many layers of this remarkable city throughout the ages.
Oxford Resources for IB DP History: Conflict and Displacement Course Book
Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: International Baccalaureate Level and subject: Diploma Programme History First teaching: 2026 First exams: 2028 Developed in cooperation with the IB and fully aligned with the latest syllabus for first teaching in 2026.This resource supports the Conflict and Displacement Focused Study for Paper 1 by helping students build analytical thinking, source evaluation, and synthesis skills. With engaging content, exam-style questions, and source skills practice, these resources are designed to deepen historical understanding and strengthen exam confidence.
The Other Wife
'A searing, beautiful book' KILEY REID, bestselling author of SUCH A FUN AGESusan ‘Zuzu’ Braeburn is almost forty. She has the life she’s always dreamed of – a beautiful house, a child, a successful partner. But something between her and Agnes has been off for a long time, and she can’t help but wonder ‘what if’. What if she had chosen to live with her father instead of her mother after their divorce? To pursue art over law? And, most importantly, to pursue her feelings for her male best friend from college, Cash, instead of marrying Agne? hen an unexpected loss takes her back to her hometown, over a single wintery weekend, the questions in Zuzu’s mind become too loud to ignore. She grapples with the choices she’s made and the knowledge that she doesn’t have infinite time to make changes in her lifeThe Other Wife speaks to unfulfilled desires and the euphoric nostalgia that’s particular to the beginning of middle age; it is heartfelt and daring in its reckoning with the quest for joy. 'Tender, wise, and thoroughly compelling' R.O. Kwon, author of THE INCENDIARIES'A marvellous study in how much desire lives in memory, in nostalgia and in fantasy' THE WASHINGTON POST
Rasta Granny''s Rainbow
A gorgeous celebration of cooking Jamaican food with Granny. Dylan is feeling low, and Granny knows just how to lift his spirits . . . she''ll show him how to make a rainbow! From red ackee to orange plantain, and a rainbow of colourful fruit, this beautiful, uplifting story shows the richness and deliciousness of Jamaican foods. Young children will love guessing the next colour on this magical journey of food and family love.Rasta Granny''s Rainbow features simple, lyrical recipes for such classic dishes as fried plantain, fruit cake and duckanoo.From award-winning poet Jessica Wilson, with talented illustrator Rochelle Falconer.
Ring Shout on Saturn
RING SHOUT SATURN is book two of the the three book The Root and Sky Series of short stories.Sheree Renée Thomas’s electrifying collection transports readers on a cosmic journey where ancient African Diasporic wisdom meets expansive Afrofuturist visions. From a prophet building a starship from salvaged dreams on a Martian farm to children breaking generational curses through powerful moonsongs, these tales explore themes of transformation, survival, and the enduring quest for liberation. Alien sisters navigate human complexities and river spirits offer profound wisdom, all set to an ancient beat that transcends time and space. Pulsing with Hoodoo, music, and myth, this collection resonates with the profound rhythms of existence, proving that true freedom knows no bounds—not even the cold void of space.
Elfie's Spellbook Volumes 1 & 2: Elfie's Spellbook and The Song of the Cicadas
Beautifully illustrated, and full of warmth, wit and joyful witchy magic - this utterly charming new graphic novel series is sure to bring you under its spell, and is perfect for fans of Kiki's Delivery Service, Witches of Brooklyn, and cosy, funny fantasy like The Hatmakers. Over 800,000 copies sold in France!Ever since their beloved maman died, free-spirit Elfie and her teen sister, Magda, have been stuck living with their extremely grumpy aunt in boring suburbia. That is until their older sister, Louette, arrives to rescue them in her London bus-come-travelling-bookshop, and whisks them away to freedom, and adventures travelling around France!Elfie is delighted to be reunited with all her sisters - especially when Louette reveals that their mother left them all special gifts. Elfie's is a notebook, which she fills with stories - just like her mum used to do. Only it turns out, the notebook isn't a notebook. It's a grimoire - a witch's spellbook! And when Elfie writes her stories in it, magic come to life . . . Now Elfie must work out how to use her magic for good - and help solve a mystery which has torn a small village in Northern France apart. In Elfie's second adventure, The Song of the Cicadas, Elfie, Louette and Magda arrive in their book-bus in Gonerbes, a sun-baked village in Provence. They've come to visit Alistair Kinloch, a writer who was friend's with their maman. But Elfie quickly finds a new mystery to solve: someone has been threatening Alistair, and his beloved vintage typewriter, a gift from Maman, has been stolen . . . Worst still, it seems that Alistair's inspiration was stolen with it - and now Alistair can no longer write!But who would want to harm Alistair, and why? It's up to Elfie - and some new magical friends - to find out . . . Full of joy, mischief, family and friendships - as well as magic, of course - Elfie's adventures are sure to cast a spell on all her readers!
Tell Tale
How do you catch a serial killer when no-one believes you’re telling the trut? ales, 1984. Llanfair's most notorious busybody, Debbie-Marie Tunstall, has really gone and done it this time. Her snooping and merciless announcements of observations written in her Kajagoogoo notebook have gotten her into so much trouble that even her mum can't defend her. She has no choice but to run away. And then finds herself the sole witness to a murder. From a decades-old tragedy to the immediate danger of a potential serial killer on the loose, Debbie takes it upon herself to piece together the mysteries. But even if she uncovers the truth, will anyone believe the village’s biggest tell-tal? ecause in Llanfair, secrets are buried just beneath the surface, and what Debbie has inadvertently stumbled upon could unravel the very fabric of her community . . . Praise for Claire Parkin:'An engrossing read full of sympathetic and believable characters' - Faith Martin ‘Outrageously readable’ – Daily Mail‘Beautifully written, dark, twisted and often funny’ – Charlotte Levin‘Dark and twisted, comic and toxic. I loved it!’ – Jenny Colgan
Eden Falls
When Aisha’s husband vanishes in plain sight, she is pulled into a nightmare to find him in this race-against-time tech thriller... 'A thought-provoking and pacy thriller' Clare Mackintosh 'A clever, timely and thrilling page turner' Jo Callaghan 'Outstanding' Abir Mukherjee'A first-rate thriller' William Shaw'Pulsating' Vaseem KhanAfter the murder of his best friend, newlyweds Adam and Aisha cut their honeymoon short. But just as they are about to board a flight home from Delhi, Adam disappears at the airport – seemingly kidnapped – leaving Aisha stranded without her passport, her phone, or answers. When the FBI and India’s intelligence agency begin interrogating her, it becomes chillingly clear they know far more about Adam than she ever did. Her only clue is his final, haunting message: I’m sorry. Thousands of miles away, Sara Wolf, a scientist stuck on a dead-end project at Princeton, receives a message she never expected from her former lover. It contains two words: Help her. Bound together by suspicion, rivalry, and a man they both love, Aisha and Sara are forced into an uneasy alliance. Decoding Adam’s clues, they follow a trail that leads them across the United States - into a shadow world of weaponised AI, tech billionaires, and a secret no one is meant to find. Eden Falls is a gripping, high-stakes thriller that spans continents and asks how far we will go - and who we will trust - when the truth can destroy everything. READERS ARE LOVING EDEN FALLS: ‘Brilliant. Intelligent. Nailbiting.’‘One of the best speculative thrillers I’ve read in a long time.’‘Futuristic, believable and thrilling . . . This absolutely has to be made into a film or a tv series.’‘An absolute page turner of a novel!’ ‘Very hard to put this one down’
Reklama na štěstí
Pětatřicetiletá Iveta od matky pořád slyší, že by měla založit rodinu, a v reklamní agentuře se místo povýšení dočká přehnaně ambiciózního kolegy. Chce to změnu, a tak si pořídí domek v malebném městečku. Ten ovšem nutně potřebuje rekonstrukci. Ivetu navíc vyčerpávají rodinné i pracovní intriky a pochopení nachází jen u svých kamarádek. Vše se však změní, když jí napíše tajemný stříbrotepec Adrian. Iveta by ráda prožila opravdovou lásku, ale život se nedá naplánovat jako reklamní kampaň.
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Fast Track
Sleek, comfortable, accessible, and sustainable, high-speed rail is the future.
Since Japan's Bullet Train first sped down the track in the sixties, it has become a global icon, as famous for its punctuality as for its speed.
The French TGV, or Train á Grande Vitesse, established a template that was soon followed across Europe, in Italy, Germany and Spain
But with a remarkable 30,000 miles of track built in fewer than twenty years China has become the world leader.
Now with lines built or planned in over twenty countries, high speed rail has changed the world and, faced with the environmental cost of cars and air travel, might help save it.
Two countries, both pioneers of rail travel, have been conspicuously left behind, though. The UK, which before the Second World War built record-breaking high-speed trains, has just sixty-eight miles of high-speed line and the unfolding embarrassment of HS2, while the United States has no genuine high-speed line at all. How can this be?
In Fast Track, Christian Wolmar, our leading railway writer, tells the story of the irresistible rise of high-speed rail around the world for the first time. From the magnificence of Britain's steam-engined Mallard to a 250 mile per hour future, this is a story of big personalities, bold decisions, cutting edge technology, and soaring ambition.
All aboard!
Meet the Neighbors
'At last, a sensible and penetrating look at the possibility of life on Mars ... Bravo to Benner, one of the world's most accomplished chemists, for putting the possibility of extant Martian life back on the scientific agenda'
Paul Davies, author of Quantum 2.0
Are we alone in the universe?
Mars has always seemed where we were likeliest to find the answer. Yet, since the Viking landers touched down in 1976, no mission has returned to the Martian surface to search directly for life living there now. Instead we're searching the moons of outer planets, or the atmospheres of planets many light years away.
In Meet the Neighbors, pioneering astrobiochemist Steven A. Benner argues that this was a historic mistake. That we're looking in the wrong place. Drawing on the Viking archive and explaining how the scientific process failed, he re-examines the mission that first searched for extant Martian life and makes the provocative case that its results were misunderstood. In the decades that have followed, Mars science has focused on water, geology and past habitability, while the most direct question - is anything alive on Mars today? - has been pushed aside.
Benner shows why Mars remains the most accessible place to discover a second origin of life, and why finding even microbial organisms there would transform our understanding of our place in the cosmos. He also asks a deeper question: what counts as life in the first place? From the chemistry that may give rise to living systems to "agnostic" tools capable of detecting unfamiliar biology, he lays out a bold and practical blueprint for the next phase of exploration.
At once a scientific detective story, a challenge to decades of orthodoxy, and a lucid guide to one of humanity's biggest questions, Meet the Neighbors is the definitive, urgent brief on where to go, what to measure, and why the next discovery won't just change textbooks - it will rewrite our place in the universe.
