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The Book of Coffee


'What is so appealing about the ideas in this book is that we could pivot coffee from being the driving force behind excessive hours and a poor work-life balance into being a drink that lets us contemplate meaning and purpose in a different way.' James Hoffmann, author of the Sunday Times bestseller, How to Make the Best Coffee at Home. Philosopher Julian Baggini and coffee expert James Hoffmann team up In this beguiling deep dive into what the world's favourite hot drink can teach us about the art of living. Julian Baggini has long been fascinated by the philosophical underpinnings of how we eat and drink, and the chance discovery in Tokyo of a copy of The Book of Tea by Kakuzo Okakura (published in 1906) led him on a journey to explore our relationship with coffee. Coffee is the ritual that begins and gets us through the day, it not only fuels us but has shaped the very fabric of modern life. Our cup of coffee allows for a moment of deeper connection, both with oneself and others, through attentive preparation and consumption. A moment to embrace life's absurdity with joy and alertness. This little book on coffee is something ultimately enriching and life affirming, an elevation of the everyday and a pleasure to read - a treatise on how we can infuse the seemingly mundane with moments of mindful attention and meaning. It will appeal not only to coffee lovers but to anyone intrigued by the intersections of culture, philosophy, and everyday life. In tracing the deep roots of coffee in our imagination, The Book of Coffee reveals why this humble drink remains a profound and lasting symbol of life itself.
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19,99 €

Jacques Pepin Complete Techniques 50th Anniversary Edition


Jacques Pépin is universally hailed by professional chefs and home cooks as the grand master of cooking skills and methods. His classic seminal work, Jacques Pépin's Complete Techniques, is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a staple in both home and professional kitchens around the world. Comprehensive, authoritative, but never intimidating, Jacques Pepin's Complete Techniques-which combines the master chef's landmark works, La Methode and La Technique-includes more than 600 cooking techniques and methods along with 160 recipes. Each recipe and technique is explained using step-by-step instructions accompanied by photographs featuring Pépin himself. Follow along as this culinary legend demonstrates every aspect of classic cooking, from start to finish, teaching readers how to bone a chicken, poach an egg, whisk a perfect hollandaise, knead a crispy baguette, or bake an exquisite meringue with the perfection and efficiency of a professional. Throughout the book are Pepin's classic recipes, which offer budding masters the opportunity to put lessons into practice with extraordinary results. The time-tested recipes in this volume teach everyone, from the greenest home cook to the most wizened professional, how to put techniques into practice. This completely revised edition includes thousands of color and black-and-white photographs and is redesigned to make it even easier to follow the step-by-step techniques.
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64,99 €

The Migrants


A brilliant memoir from the bestselling author of Meetings With Remarkable ManuscriptsChristopher de Hamel is one of the world’s best-known scholars and writers on illuminated manuscripts. He was mostly brought up in the south of New Zealand, where his family moved when he was four. This book magically evokes a childhood at vast distance from Europe, recalling his thrill and wonder in first encountering medieval manuscripts in libraries there and the realization that they too are migrants far from home. The Migrants explores the immense journeys of books and people. It is a tale of colonization and the migration of culture – of motives and idealism, triumphs and disasters – bringing us face-to-face with history. We meet the colonial governor on his paradise island, the shipwrecked accountant, the nonagenarian who cut up manuscripts, the magnate who unknowingly bought Becket’s Boethius and the early settler who inscribed his Book of Hours in the Maori language in 1842. We travel with the author today back to where these manuscripts began their own lives, through France and Poland and medieval England, discovering their first owners and following the longest journeys on earth. This is a coming-of-age saga with extraordinary twists, crossing many hundreds of years and tens of thousands of miles, recounted with passion, humour and a lifetime’s reflection.
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33,49 €

Making Home Your Happy Place


Are you overwhelmed by clutter, constant mess, and the mental load of daily responsibilities? It's time to break free from the chaos and create a home that works for you—using a fresh approach to decluttering that will simplify your space, reduce stress, and free up your time and energy. Katy Wells, mom and host of the top-rated The Maximized Minimalist podcast, transformed her stressful, cluttered home into a calm, organized space where she now has time to relax with her family. In Making Home Your Happy Place, she shares the same proven tools that have helped thousands of busy families simplify their routines, regain control, and live with greater ease. In this step-by-step guide, you'll discover how to:Overcome overwhelm with actionable strategies to break through mental and physical clutter, so you can regain control and start moving forward. Declutter with confidence by using proven techniques to tackle your home with clear, actionable steps that will bring immediate results and visible progress. Uncover the deeper roots of clutter by identifying the emotional ties, limiting beliefs, and habits that keep you stuck—and learn how to release them with clarity and compassion. Create effortless systems to maintain a peaceful home that works for you, making organizing feel natural and sustainable in your everyday life.  You can have the peaceful, joyful home you've always wanted—a space where you can breathe easier, think clearer, and finally feel the freedom to enjoy more of what you love. Ready to make it happen?
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19,99 €

Payback is a Witch


Magical ambitions of a Ferrari, but the skill of a Go-cart.That would be me. If profanities were magic, I would be Merlin, yet here I am wasting my ?French? on the ungrateful.Story of my life!When a spell goes wrong, there is no turning back, nor can you trade designer clothing to make things right. You gotta be kidding me.That''s ludicrous!I?d trade my firstborn for a pair of Louboutin?s, but not everyone has class.Everyone wants to jump to my rescue, but I?m having none of that. How about while I?m drowning in a proverbial creek, throw me an ?f-ing? paddle or get out of my way.I?ve got this.Actually... I don?t. But I?ll find a way out of this mess.My grandmother again conveniently forgot to share many secrets. With every new lie I discover a truth and in every truth I uncover more lies.That?s fine.With demons ready to devour me whole, Danika can wait in line. She will learn her lesson as soon as I claw my way out of this Hell.Literally.Payback is a witch!Grab your copy now.
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13,49 €

Tyrant of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 24)


THE EPIC NEW EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE NOVEL FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR SIMON SCARROWAD 63. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero, Rome is descending into near-anarchy and conspiracy. The brutal execution of 400 slaves has led to rioting and discontent. Only the strongest soldier could maintain control. And so Nero turns to Prefect Cato to help save his reign from collapse.Cato has been lying low after a heroic campaign to quash the Boudica uprising. Now he is called upon to serve again. As the new Prefect of the Urban Cohorts in Rome, Cato needs a loyal and proven officer by his side. Centurion Macro is willing to step up. War and rebellion hold few fears for these seasoned veterans. But the politics and intrigue of Rome make every day as perilous as the battlefield. And the fate of both men, and of the empire, lie in the hands of the most volatile emperor of the age. Death awaits anyone who dares to defy Nero. Cato and Macro will need to call on all their experience, native cunning and bottomless courage to survive in this epic new adventure of Roman military heroism.NO ONE KNOWS ROME BETTER THAN SIMON SCARROW!Praise for the Eagles of the Empire novels:''Scarrow''s novels rank with the best'' INDEPENDENT''Always a joy'' THE TIMES''Gripping'' SUNDAY EXPRESSReaders love Simon Scarrow''s novels''Exciting action scenes . . . a very enjoyable read'' ***** ''A wonderful read and hard to stop once you start reading'' *****''Everything you''d come to expect and much more. Action, drama, comedy and trauma!'' *****
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13,49 €

Bright Lights for the West End Nannies


Will the bright lights of London turn out to be all they promise? t is 1964 and fun-loving Rita has her dream job, working as a nanny for a huge popstar and his family. At first it seems great fun. The house is always full of glamorous people and parties, but soon she begins to worry for the children, who are neglected and crave stability. As if this wasn't enough to contend with, her employer, Cameron Knight, is spending a lot of time in the nursery and not for the children. Can she keep herself and her charges safe in this chaotic househol? n emotional, uplifting saga set in the vibrant Swinging Sixties, perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Jean Fullerton. Readers adore the West End Nannies series:'A great story with great characters, can't wait to read more.' Reader Review'Brilliantly written, loved this book, highly recommended.' Reader Review'I loved this book, most of the historical fiction I read is set much earlier so it was a delight to learn more about life in the 60's.' Reader Review'A brilliant start to a new series! I absolutely loved it. Looking forward to the next one already!' Reader Review'A delightful look at England in the 1960s and the world of private Nannies I can't wait for the next one!' Reader Review'I was engaged from the start.' Reader Review'I really loved this story.' Reader Review'I loved reading this story and hopefully will get more about the nannies in future books.' Reader Review'A joy to read.' Reader Review'This had all the things we want from a book like this: the heart, the emotions, the plot and pacing. it was all woven together in exactly the right ways.' Reader Review
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13,49 €

Eden's Shore


'Fagan is shaping up to be one of the most dazzling and daring stylists around' Guardian, Books of the Year 2025Longlisted for the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction 2026At the close of the eighteenth century, Angel Kelly, an Irishman, sets sail from Liverpool aboard the Atlas with the intention of creating a Utopian commune in Brazil. But when a mutiny takes place on the ship, he finds himself stranded upon the coast of an unnamed Spanish colony in Latin America. In the aftermath, Kelly becomes unwittingly caught up in a series of crises culminating in displacement, rebellion and a deadly game of cat-and-mouse between empires. Set in an era of global upheaval, Eden's Shore is an epic and intricate tale of greed, revenge and love. Populated by a vivid and rich cast of revolutionaries and pirates, capitalists and aristocrats, sailors and soldiers, slaves and spies, this is a work of staggering ambition and wondrous imagination. 'Visceral, propulsive, kinetic' Colin Walsh, author of Kala'Wild, dark and free-wheeling ' Ferdia Lennon, author of Glorious Exploits
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14,99 €

That's Not My...princess - Touchy-Feely


Meet six friendly princesses in this magical new version of That's not my... princess - an exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my... series. With their bright, bold, eye-catching illustrations and fuzzy, furry, smooth and soft tactile patches on each page, babies and toddlers love the best-selling That's not my... books. - That's not my... books are designed to be shared, and support sensory and language development. - Don't forget to spot the little white mouse on every page! - DID YOU KNOW...? One That's not my... book is sold every minute in the UK! - With over 80 titles to choose from, there's a That's not my... book for everyone.
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10,99 €

The Writer and the Traitor


'[An] elegant and forensic double portrait setting Greene, that sociologist of sin, alongside the Kremlin's golden boy Philby, with the lengthening shadow of the cold war falling between them ... both his subjects make for terrific copy ... Part of the pleasure of Verkaik's book is the vicarious glide through their parallel rake's progresses.' - Pratinav Anil, Guardian'A wholly fascinating account of an extraordinary friendship. Robert Verkaik's nuanced and insightful portraits of these two highly complicated individuals are brilliantly convincing.' - William Boyd'A superb spy book. This masterpiece of forensic research asks troubling new questions about two of Britain's most mysterious and famously complex figures.' - Richard J Aldrich, author of GCHQ'Verkaik's fascinating non-fiction account of these 20th-century icons reads like a thriller.' Daily MirrorIn The Writer and the Traitor, bestselling historian Robert Verkaik sheds a completely fresh light on the enigmatic relationship between two giants of the twentieth century: Graham Greene, the internationally lauded novelist, and Kim Philby, the intelligence-officer-turned-traitor. The two men met as MI6 officers in London, joining forces in a deadly secret war to defeat the Nazis. But Greene unexpectedly resigned just days before British intelligence's greatest triumph - D-Day - and he used his experience in the intelligence services as a backdrop for his novels Our Man in Havana and The Human Factor and the screenplay of The Third Man. Lurking within the pages lay suspicions of his friend and former colleague, with characters and plots echoing Philby's life. Was Philby the real Third Man? Did Greene's work contain coded messages and warnings of betrayal to M16? Where did Greene's ultimate loyalties lie and who was he really working fo? n this highly revealing book, based on astonishing new archive material, Verkaik takes readers on a mesmerising journey from pre-war Vienna to Cold War Moscow, via wartime Sierra Leone and London in the Blitz. This is more than just a riveting tale of espionage; it is the story of a mysterious friendship that survived against the odds. Ultimately The Writer and the Traitor explores the perplexing question that nobody yet has answered: why did one of Britain's most famous writers remain loyal to Britain's most hated traitor?
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29,49 €

The Lies of Lena


***The first print run of the UK hardback features stunning illustrated endpapers and illustrated foil hardcover, available only while stocks last***A SECRET MAGE. A VENGEFUL PRINCE. WILL FORBIDDEN LOVE UNITE THE REALM - OR BURN IT DOWN... *please check trigger warnings before diving inIn Tovagoth, Mages like Lena Daelyra live in fear: hunted, outlawed, and reviled. Even after fleeing to Otacia, Lena hides her magic, cloaked in silence. But when she meets Quinn Callon, a quick-witted swordsman from the Inner Ring, her walls begin to crack. He trains Lena to fight, never suspecting the truth she hides. But as their connection deepens, so does the danger... and Lena knows love is a risk she can't afford. Silas La'Rune, Crown Prince of Otacia, has been caged within the Kingdom castle since the kidnapping and murder of his sister, the Princess. Until one day beyond the castle walls reveals a Kingdom rotting beneath its guiled surface - and a girl who shouldn't exist. When tragedy tears Lena from Quinn, as destiny would have it, Lena and Silas' paths collide. For the future of Magekind depends on them, and love could just about be the deadliest weapon... ****READERS LOVE THE OTACIAN CHRONICLES'Like a movie... intense, cinematic, and an emotional rollercoaster!' ?'Kylie is going to wreck me in book two, and honestly? I'm ready' ?'Couldn't eat, sleep or function while I read this book...' ?'The plot was PLOTTING HARD! The ending had my jaw ON THE FLOOR' ?
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33,49 €

Reading Champion: The Famous Five: The Mysterious Visitor


Brand new readers based on the wonderful world of Enid Blyton''s Famous Five characters, especially written for children beginning to read. Each story is accompanied by colourful illustrations to engage the young reader and support the text.In this story, The Famous Five visit the castle ruins on Kirrin Island and make a shocking discovery - someone else has clearly been there! Can they find out who it is?Reading Champion is an independent reading programme carefully levelled to match book bands widely used in schools. This book is suitable for readers aged 5+ and has been levelled at book band Green 5.
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9,99 €

Infinite Shores


Fate cannot be broken - not even by the gods who serve it. Emory refuses to lose Romie again. Her friend's fate hangs in the balance as the monstrous Clover plans to use her as a sacrifice to steal power from the deity Atheia - and make himself into a proper god. To stop Clover, Emory needs the help of Atheia's dark counterpart, Sidraeus. Yet this enigmatic deity cannot be trusted, and if Emory is to ally with him, she must invoke an ancient magic to keep him tethered to her side. Meanwhile, in the divine workshop of the god of balance, Baz learns he has a role to play in the coming fight to save the crumbling worlds and their weakening magics. Yet all he can think of is Kai and the gruesome fate that awaits him at Clover's side - a fate, the god tells him, that is beyond even his reach. But Baz is determined to save Kai, even if he has to rewrite time itself. As chaos reigns and the tides of a corrupted magic threaten to consume all, Emory and Baz must contend with mercurial gods, vengeful deities, and those hell - bent on eradicating Eclipse magic to save the people they love - and write an ending to their stories that defies fate itself.
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17,99 €

Big Red Dragon


Find hamsters, dogs, robins and unicorns, little cars and big diggers, stomp like a dinosaur or fly like a big red dragon in this beautifully illustrated collection of 15 action rhymes, each with clear instructions for the parent or carer on how to act out the rhymes. Rhymes celebrate festivals and special events, such as Easter, Halloween, Diwali, Christmas and Chinese New Year. This book is a perfect companion to Jane Newberry’s very popular first collection, Big Green Crocodile, which was shortlisted for the CLiPPA award. At home, playgroup or nursery, the rhymes provide fun while also nurturing children’s responses to language, rhyme and images.
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13,49 €

Happy Life


'A tender and whimsical story' ElleEveryone, at some point in their lives, wants to be someone else.Eric Kherson - forty, divorced, disconnected - is questioning all his life choices. One meeting with an old school friend is all it takes for him to pack in his prestigious job and accept her offer of a high-powered government position.He throws himself into her world of endless networking and high-risk deals, but when a business trip to Seoul starts unravelling, Eric feels more lost than ever. Wandering the city streets, he stumbles across Happy Life, a shop offering a curious service: fake funerals. For Eric, this encounter with death might be the very thing to reawaken his appetite for life...
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14,99 €

University of Cambridge: Penicillin and Other Incredible Mistakes You've (Probably) Never Heard Of


Discover all kinds of weird and wonderful mistakes you've (probably) never heard of in this funny, fascinating book. Did you know that Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin BY MISTAKE when he forgot to tidy his lab? Or that an 11-year-old child accidentally invented . . . the ICE LOLLY? What about the chemist whose fiery failure led to . . . the very first MATCHSTICK? Or the chef whose attempt to annoy a fussy customer resulted in . . . the creation of CRISP? rom building blunders to musical mishaps, mouthwash to ice-cream cones, post-it notes to fireworks, there are all sorts of incredible mistakes that you've probably never heard of . . . and some of them have shaped life as you know it! Maybe one day YOU will make an incredible mistake too. Shows children how important lessons can be learned from failure and teaches them not to be afraid of making mistakesFeatures engaging text from author Natalie Labarre, brimming with wit and wow-factorColourfully brought to life throughout with exuberant and amusing artwork from illustrator Gosia HerbaCreated in consultation with experts from the University of CambridgeAlso available from Natalie Labarre: Incredible Jobs You've (Probably) Never Heard Of - Shortlisted for the 2024 Waterstones Children's Book Award!
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19,99 €

Whale Song


“Get inspired by Nicola's wonderful books for kids of all ages” - Steve Backshall Listen! Listen! Somewhere in the deep, deep blue, a humpback whale is singing. Follow the story of one whale’s song as it spreads across the world’s oceans in this awe-inspiring non-fiction picture book from Welsh Children’s Laureate Nicola Davies. Discover the hidden wonder of how humpback whales listen and learn songs from each other, in this celebration of the beauty and power of nature. With spectacular artwork by award-winning illustrator Britta Teckentrup, this is the perfect bedtime story to share with curious young animal-lovers.
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17,99 €

Deadline


The debut crime thriller from award-winning broadcaster and journalist Steph McGovern. 'Thrilling, captivating and full of heart' – Giovanna Fletcher, author of Billy and Me'Brilliant! I love how it describes all the behind the scenes of TV and I had no idea where it was going. So clever. So good' – Kimberley WalshYour child has been kidnapped. You're live on television. Going live in 10, 9, 8 . . . Today is a huge day for TV reporter Rose’s career. A live interview with one of the most powerful men in the country, on one of the nation’s biggest TV shows. 7, 6, 5 . . . But, when she hears an unfamiliar voice in her ear, she knows something is very wrong. 4, 3, 2 . . . Her earpiece has been hacked. She’s live on air in the middle of the interview. They tell her they have kidnapped her family. 1And, in order to protect them, Rose must do exactly what the hijacker says. They are in control now. * * *'A pacy, witty, engaging thriller, entertaining and delightfully authentic, but hard-hitting and thought-provoking too. I can't wait for you all to read it' – Ann Cleeves, author of the Shetland and Vera Stanhope series'Fascinating and authentic peek behind the scenes . . . Steph McGovern lifts the lid and hooks us in with an irresistible set up' – Val McDermid, author of Past Lying
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13,49 €

Baby's First Cloth Book: Cuddly Cat


A stand-out series of beautifully soft, black-and-white cloth books - with a crinkly page, buggy handle, felt flaps and a mirror!Cuddle up with baby's first cloth book featuring high-contrast images to help develop a newborn's eyesight. In Cuddly Cat, you'll find a host of friendly pet faces, combined with bright felt flaps that are easy to tug and a crinkly page to stimulate a baby's senses and focus their attention. The surprise mirror ending is sure to delight the tiniest of babies!In a super-stylish presentation box and with a handy Velcro strap for attaching to a buggy or a cot, these tactile, multi-sensory books make the perfect gift for a newborn baby - that adults will find irresistible too!With bold artwork from Ingela P Arrhenius, bestselling illustrator of the award-winning, must-have board book series for babies and toddlers - Felt Flaps and Peekaboo. Also available: Cuddly Ladybird, Cuddly Bear, Cuddly Lion and more!
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13,49 €

Najpredávanejší autori v tejto kategórii: Dominik Dán, Joanne K. Rowling, Elle Kennedy, Freida McFadden, Agatha Christie.