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The Social Lives of Birds
'A tour-de-force survey of how birds live their lives - with all the drama, surprise, humour, sadness and amazement of any human soap-opera' - Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds That Changed the World'Utterly fascinating . . . Strassmann is the perfect guide to this world: an author as much fascinated by the science and research as she is motivated by the sheer joy and wonder of the birds themselves' - James Macdonald Lockhart, author of RaptorIn The Social Lives of Birds, evolutionary biologist Joan Strassmann examines what it means for birds of a feather to flock together. Some birds sleep together. Some join the foraging groups of other species. Some are only social during the breeding season, forming nesting colonies in trees, cliffs, and sandbanks. Some are altruistic, helping to rear young that are not their own. Some males perform mating dances together. Strassmann explains how flocks provide safety in numbers, roosts offer warmth and shelter, and colonies allow for protected breeding. But group behavior is not without its costs-including increased competition, infidelities, tick infestations, and more. Strassmann exposes the conflicts birds face and the many ways in which they resolve these conflicts. With stories of birds from around the world-from broad-winged hawks that migrate south together in the fall, tree swallows that roost together in the thousands, and tropical anis that nest in communes-The Social Lives of Birds explores the different kinds of bird groups and what to look for when watching them. Above all, it reveals that solitary life, it seems, is not for the birds. 'Delightful and informative' - Lee Dugatkin, author of How to Tame a Fox (and Build a Dog)
Sophie
During some of the darkest days of the Royal Family, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, has quietly risen to become the respected and much-loved face of a family in turmoil. In this inspiring biography, bestselling author Sean Smith tells the remarkable story of Sophie Rhys-Jones; a young woman with a winning smile who captured the heart of a Prince and the nation. From her fun-filled days in rural Kent and nervous beginnings at the Palace, to becoming a powerful voice on world issues and being acclaimed as a 'trailblazer' by Hillary Clinton, this is an intimate portrait of a woman who has achieved much while enduring the pressures of life as a wife, mother and Royal. Whether keeping important secrets, navigating tabloid exposés or surviving near-death experiences, Sophie has done so with dignity and strength. Inside, discover the secret of Sophie's long-lasting love for Prince Edward; her unshakeable bond with the late Queen; her friendship with the future Queen, Kate; and her frosty relationship with Princess Diana. Amid family upheavals and media obsession, it is Sophie who is saving the day.
Bookish
Adapted from the major television series created by Mark Gatiss - out now!'A delicious read' ? READER REVIEWLondon, 1946. Gabriel Book is an erudite and unconventional London bookseller married to Trottie, the owner of the wallpaper shop next door. He is also a sleuth who uses the chaotic riches of his stock to crack the puzzling cases that come his way. He does not work alone. Book's shop is a magnet for waifs and strays - some of whom bring mysteries of their own to his door. There's Nora, sometime bookseller and true crime enthusiast; Dog, connoisseur of ginger biscuits and then Jack, whose arrival at the shop forces Book to confront a loose end from his own past. Clever, endearing and entertaining, Bookish is a warm-hearted and unexpected mystery, about books, murder and the secrets we all keep.
You Belong Here
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “The perfect thriller to read with your toes in the sand while looking over your shoulder.” —The View Don’t miss the instant New York Times bestseller from Megan Miranda, where a mother’s secrets, campus mysteries, and long-hidden truths ignite a haunting legacy. Beckett Bowery never thought she’d return to Wyatt Valley, a picturesque college town in the Virginia mountains steeped in tradition. Her roots there were strong: Beckett’s parents taught at the college, and she never even imagined studying anywhere else—until a tragedy her senior year ended with two local men dead, and her roommate on the run, never to be seen again… For the last two decades, Beckett has done her best to keep her distance. Then her daughter, Delilah, secretly applies to Wyatt College and earns a full scholarship, and Beckett can only hope that her lingering fears are unfounded. But deep down she knows that Wyatt Valley has a long memory, and that the past isn’t the only dangerous thing in town…
Too Good to Waste
Paper was a precious commodity in the eighteenth century: every sheet was made by hand. There was therefore a significant market in recycling substandard paper from paper mills and discarded proofs and sheets from printers and booksellers for secondary use, alongside a black market in which stealing and receiving stolen paper took place on a vast scale. A single piece of paper could be termed ‘waste’ and yet sold for cash three times in succession, on each occasion performing a useful function. The end user would keep the newly purchased ‘waste’ or paper wrapping in a special drawer from which it would be taken for a myriad household purposes, including cooking, needlework, decoration and hygiene. Popular satirical prints depicted explicit paper uses, while creators of flamboyant papier mâché ceilings concealed the material by gilding it. With 90 illustrations, and drawing on letters from a range of people from farmers to notable authors and members of the aristocracy, together with meticulous archival research, this book traces the extraordinary history of ingenious paper recycling in eighteenth-century England.
Mindfulness-Based Somatic Emotional Processing
A guide for working with emotions and unprocessed traumas• Explains the simple yet transformative protocols and techniques of Mindfulness-Based Somatic Emotional Processing (MBSEP)• Describes how to work with specific emotional states, such as anxiety, grief and anger, and how to integrate MBSEP with other healing modalities• Demonstrates concepts and practices in detail through dozens of case studies from the authors’ decades of therapy practiceDeveloped by Robert Weisz, PhD, the practice of Mindfulness-Based Somatic Emotional Processing (MBSEP) combines mindfulness and somatic perception to help regulate emotions and process traumas that are stored in the body. The authors demonstrate these concepts and methods through decades of case studies and practical, accessible, step-by-step exercises. Humans are emotional beings who feel and experience emotions in their bodies. Weisz and Blackwood explore the contrast between somatic, body-based emotions and the mental, cognitively-based stories, explanations, and judgments of the thinking mind. The authors describe the “struggle factor” and why it is futile to resist having negative emotions. They demonstrate how to be mindfully present with emotional states like anxiety, anger, and grief, and they detail the healing influence of compassionate attention. Their methods foster neuroplasticity to create and expand neuronal linkages in the brain and nervous system. By encouraging acceptance, compassion, and the experiential truth of our embodied emotions, Weisz and Blackwood have created a practical and flexible protocol for processing and regulating emotions. They also show how MBSEP is easily integrated with other healing modalities, making it a valuable resource for home practitioners and therapists alike.
Present Tense
A tense Scottish legal thriller featuring a struggling defence lawyer, a mysterious package, and a decision that could change everything. Some jobs are not worth taking. This one might cost him everything. Robbie Munro is back where he started. Living with his father. Raising the daughter he never knew he had. Watching his legal career slip through his fingers. So, when a dubious client offers easy money to store a sealed box, Robbie says yes. No questions. No complications. Just hold onto it. Until he discovers what’s inside. What looked like a simple favour drags him into something far more dangerous than any case he’s handled before. And this time, there’s no courtroom to hide behind. Because protecting the box means protecting the truth. And someone will do anything to make sure it never sees daylight. Present Tense is Book 7 in the Robbie Munro Legal Thriller series. Perfect for readers who love John Grisham, Scott Turow, and Michael Connelly. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Best Defence Series: ? A gripping series with humour, heart, and unforgettable characters? Ingeniously plotted, witty, and full of insight into the justice system? Another great read from an author at the top of his game? Rich characters, sharp humour, and impossible to put down? A likeable hero, dark humour, and a real page-turning plot? Fast-moving, funny, and hugely entertaining
Fool Me Twice
Fool me once, shame on you. Fool Me Twice, shame on me... When the body of a high-profile, semi-retired barrister is found brutally murdered at his Norfolk home, DI Tom Janssen and the team must work to uncover who killed him and why. With a glittering career, spanning several decades representing the privileged and the wealthy, behind him the focus of the investigation inevitably turns toward cases and clients past and present, but was his death linked to his work or is there another, darker and far more sinister motive at pla? o matter how successful, privileged or elevated in society one person can be, one universal rule applies... we all bleed the same... Set within the mysterious beauty of coastal Norfolk, this fast-paced British detective novel is a dark murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end when the final shocking twist is revealed. Fool Me Twice is the tenth novel in the Hidden Norfolk series of thrillers from the million-copy bestselling British crime writer, JM Dalgliesh, the author of the Dark Yorkshire series. Perfect for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves, Val McDermid and JD Kirk. Readers love J M Dalgliesh: ‘Fantastic’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘The best detective series I’ve read’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘You can’t put these books down’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘J M Dalgliesh never disappoints’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘Like watching Shetland on TV’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW‘So much tension’ FIVE-STAR READER REVIEW
Ashen Throne - Hamvadó trón - Dragonbound 2.
Egy sárkány nem áldoz fel semmit, főként nem a szabadságát.
Cassim áruló. És semmilyen bűnténytől nem riad vissza, hogy felszabadítsa magát és a többi sárkány alakváltót Eldeya királyának kegyetlen uralma alól. Lovasa, Yessa is csak egy eszköz volt számára. De az egykori ellenségből mára sokkal több lett, és a Yessa iránt érzett szerelme most mindent elvehet Cassimtól. Ha vele marad, az életét kockáztatja. Ha elhagyja, az istenek akaratával száll szembe. És ha Yessa megtudja, mit tett, örökre gyűlölni fogja…
„Nagyon tetszett a könyv. Cassim és Yessa története szuper izgalmasan folytatódik, tele van lélegzetelállító és váratlan fordulatokkal.” – nietchen, lovelybooks.de
„Csodálatos írói stílus. Már sóvárogva vártam ezt a részt.” – B.Frankenstein, amazon.de
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Ezer ősz 3.
Bár Yan Wushi árulásának fájdalma még friss a szívében, Shen Qiao elszánja magát, hogy megmenti őt a biztos haláltól. Miközben Yan Wushi halálhíre egyre szélesebb körben elterjed, a világot a változás szele kavarja fel. Ahogy Shen Qiao igyekszik meggyógyítani Yan Wushi súlyos sérüléseit, rájön, hogy mennyire nem ismerte a démonnagyurat. A sors azonban nem ad nekik időt, hogy sokáig tétlenkedjenek. Amikor egy régi ismerős felfedi valódi természetét, Shen Qiaónak és Yan Wushinak nincs más választása, mint hogy segítséget nyújtson neki, és elkísérje egy veszélyes küldetésre. Ám ezúttal nem csak az emberektől kell tartaniuk. A hatályos jogszabályok szerint csak 18 éven felülieknek!
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Death on the Pearl River
Ben Canaan returns in this darkly gripping adventure mystery set in Hong Kong, sequel to the acclaimed Murder in ConstantinopleLondon, 1856. Ben Canaan is a young detective on the payroll of Her Majesty's Executive, riding high on a string of successful cases. Then a notorious crime boss turns up murdered on the city streets, the latest in a series of brutal killings targeting the most powerful men in the global opium trade.To track down the culprits and prevent more blood from being shed, Ben is sent out to the newly-founded British colony of Hong Kong: a lawless frontier town on the southern shores of China's Great Qing Dynasty.Ben is plunged headlong into a labyrinthine conspiracy, set against the backdrop of an empire in collapse and a sweeping civil war. As his hunt brings him closer to the truth and the ruthless corporate interests that want him dead, Ben is forced to choose between what is necessary and what is just.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Vol. 5
The ninja adventures continue in this second series featuring Naruto’s son, Boruto!Naruto was a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He achieved his dream to become the greatest ninja in his village, and now his face sits atop the Hokage monument. But this is not his story… The next generation of ninja stands in the swirling vortex of a new ninja age, with Naruto’s own son, Boruto, at the center!Sarada, Mitsuki, and Konohamaru have arrived in the Land of Wind to face off against the Divine Trees. But Konohamaru’s mission will test his mental resolve. Meanwhile, Kawaki seeks a way to gain enough strength to wipe out all his enemies.
Swans Don't Swim in a Sewer
When a serial killer’s daughter is brutally murdered, he asks Sheryl McCollum to team up to catch her killer. A serial killer turns crime victim when his own daughter is the one viciously murdered. He asks law enforcement for help, but the case goes cold. Then he turns to Sheryl McCollum and the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute. There’s never been a case like this in history. Sheryl and her team of experts get involved, they hatch a plan. What happens when Sheryl uses a serial killer as bait to catch a killer?
My Sister’s Secret
A gripping and emotional suspense about two sisters and the dark past that binds them, from the eight-time Sunday Times bestselling author. 'JANE IS THE QUEEN OF FAMILY MYSTERIES' ANDREA MARARosy is the responsible sister. Amy is the free spirit, always breaking the rules. But between them lies a secret; one they've sworn to keep safe, whatever the cost. When Amy confides in James, her new psychiatrist, he begins to suspect one sister is covering for the other. Instinct tells him to run, but his own dark past draws him ever closer to the two women, and they to him. As cracks form in the sisters' facade, something becomes clear: three's a crowd, and one of them has to go. WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MY SISTER'S SECRET:'From the very first page, you know you're in for a ride' Jeremy Vine, bestselling author of Murder on Line One'I very much enjoyed this fast-paced thriller full of secrets and twists. A masterclass in rising tension' K.L. Slater, author of The Waitress'Another gripping family thriller from Jane that once again I could not put down' Heidi Perks, bestselling author of Someone is Lying'Jane Corry writes compelling and delicious dark stories of murder and secrets' Claire Douglas, bestselling author of The Family Friend'It is so 'just-one-more-chapter' moreish' Emma Curtis, bestselling author of One Little Mistake
Color Code Study Bible, Revealing God's Truth Color by Color (KJV, Hardcover, Red Letter)
The Color Code Study Bible provides a clear path to understanding the Bible. The Color Code Study Bible uses vibrant colors to highlight Bible verses on seven key topics of the Bible, helping you see the topic within all of Scripture. The seven key topics include: (1) God the Father; (2) God the Son; (3) God the Holy Spirit; (4) Salvation; (5) Sanctification; (6) Sin and Temptation; and (7) Last Things. Additionally, you will find helpful notes throughout the Scripture leading you to study the Bible book by book, verse by verse, or topic by topic. Whether you choose one approach or all three, the Color Code Study Bible gives you dynamic, practical approach for regular Bible reading—and even includes generous margins for your own notes. The Color Code Bible system will help you gain a better understanding of the Bible one idea at a time, growing deeper in your relationship with God. Features include:Easy-to-use color code system that highlights 7 core topics of the BibleBook-by-book notes to better understand the key ideas of each Bible bookVerse-by-verse notes at the bottom of the page to gain deeper insight into each chapterTopic-by-topic notes to bring clarity on 21 key doctrinal teachings in the BibleGenerous 1.25" note-taking space in the outer marginsEngaging, full color throughout the BibleConcordance included to facilitate study8 pages of full-color maps8-point type size
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Pirate Fun
It's George's birthday and he's having the BEST party ever - a pirate-themed adventure! There are games to play, treasures to find and plenty of cake to share with all his friends!Join Peppa, George and friends in this exciting lift-the-flap story where X marks the spot!Don’t miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: Peppa at the Farm: A Lift-the-Flap BookPeppa Pig: George’s BirthdayPeppa Pig: Peppa’s Superhero Party: A lift-the-flap bookPeppa Pig is a 4-time BAFTA award-winning preschool animation shown in the UK daily on Channel Five’s Milkshake and Nick Jnr. Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy whose days are filled with action packed activities. Along with her family and friends, Peppa learns and plays and has lots of fun. Join Peppa and her family on their funny, action-packed, everyday adventures in this collection of activity, story and novelty books.
Six Days in Bombay
"A sparkling travelogue and a poignant journey of self-discovery all in one. . . . Alka Joshi is simply the best!" —Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network and The Rose CodeFrom the acclaimed, bestselling author of The Henna Artist, this captivating novel follows a young Anglo-Indian nurse who embarks on a journey from her home in Bombay to uncover a mystery and prove her innocence after a famous painter dies in her care. 1937. Young nurse Sona is drawn to the renowned, feisty, scandalous painter Mira Novak when they meet while the latter is recovering at a Bombay hospital, and the two women bond over their half-Indian identities. But when Mira dies suddenly and mysteriously, Sona falls under suspicion. The key to proving Sona's innocence may lie in a cryptic note and four paintings Mira left in her care, sending the young woman across a tumultuous Europe to meet Mira’s former lovers and friends. As Sona travels from Bombay to Istanbul, Prague, Paris, Florence and London uncovering Mira's life story, she learns that behind the charming facade was a complicated, troubled woman with dangerous secrets. But will Sona discover them in time to clear her name?
A Brief History of the Coast in 100 Objects
An immersive history of our coasts and the people who have shaped them The coast means something different to everyone. It’s a place of pleasure and reckless pursuits, of fishing, fearless endeavours and a crashing, rugged beauty. The coast is, and always has been, our first line of defence and our springboard to other cultures. Through the lens of 100 carefully selected objects, this treasure chest of a book delves into the myriad ways our coastlines have shaped, and been shaped by, our history, culture, and identity. From Roman lighthouses to rosary beads, knitted jumpers to Viking slave shackles, each object serves as a portal to a unique story. Sally Coulthard’s engaging narrative goes far beyond the traditional seaside holiday to illuminate the coast’s role as a first line of defence, a site of trade, and a catalyst for cultural exchange. Readers will discover how the coast has influenced our beliefs, economy, and even our domestic lives. And, looking out to sea, this book will show how Britain’s story is anchored to those of our European neighbours and of faraway lands. From one of Britain’s finest historians of material culture, this book vividly captures the enduring magic and significance of our shores. Whether it’s smugglers’ underpants or sailor’s hoaxes, whale vomit or pickled puffin – it all washes up on the British coast…
Winter War 1939–40
The first illustrated study in English of the Finnish Air Force’s battle to repel the Soviet invaders during the Winter War, one of the greatest David-and-Goliath air battles in history. In 1939, the Soviet Union invaded its neighbour Finland, sparking the Winter War. While Finland was heavily outnumbered in all respects, in few respects was the contest so uneven as in the air. In this book, veteran Finnish aviation historian Kari Stenman draws on his decades of research to present the first account in English of the Finnish Air Force’s defence of the country’s skies, a clash that pitted its 114 combat aircraft against the Soviets’ 2,318. He explains that, equipped initially with a handful of British and Dutch aircraft, Finland’s air force adopted similar guerrilla tactics to its infantry. Fokker D.XXI interceptors were scattered to remote landing grounds to ambush the Soviets and give an impression of strength, while the bombers were first used for long-range reconnaissance and harassment. Over the course of the war, the Finns received new Gladiators, Fiat G.50s and French MS.406s, until at the close of the war, all flying units were thrown in to repel the Russian invasion across the frozen Gulf of Finland. Illustrated with previously unpublished photos, superb original artwork, 3D diagrams and maps, this reveals for the first time the full story of how Finnish aviators fought for their country’s independence.
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