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Looking for Mr Schwitters


Jennifer Potter's new bookresurrects the pivotal artist Kurt Schwitters and places him firmly in The LakeDistrict, where he lived as a penniless refugee in the years after the SecondWorld War. Derided as a 'degenerate artist' by the Nazis he fled Germany forNorway and then Britain, where he was interned as an 'enemy alien.' At the endof the war he travelled to the Lakes with his young English girlfriend. Renownedfor incorporating found objects and rubbish into his art, Schwitters let thespirit of the Lakes creep into his work, dashing off a stream of collages,sculptures, landscapes, portraits, flowers, abstracts and assemblages, which hesold or bartered for essentials. Just months before his pauper's death inKendal, he embarked upon his last masterpiece, never finished, a walk-insculpture magicked from a disused barn in the Langdale Valley. Potter adopts a thread ofmemory and personal connections to tell a wider story about the process ofmaking, and seeing, art. She turned Schwitters into one of the foundationalmyths of her life as a writer. But how true are her memories? Why did this longdead emigre artist take control of her imagination? And what can he tellher about the place she looks on as home? Looking for Mr Schwitters isnot a biography, nor an art book, nor a memoir, but occupies a beguiling spacebetween these genres, a book in its own class. Rigorously researched butwritten for the general reader this new book shines a light on the artist'sfinal years and reclaims his rightful place in the history of modern art. Looking for Mr Schwitters includes black and white images, a full colour section of Kurt Schwitters' art and a photo essay by Rob Petit.
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26,99 €

Jurassic World: The Very Sleepy Dinosaur


The sun has gone down on Isla Nublar, and it’s time for all the sleepy dinosaurs to go to bed. But they’re having a little trouble drifting off. Follow along with the Jurassic World dinosaurs as they close their eyes and dream of their island home, from A to Zzz!Grown-up fans of Jurassic World can introduce little ones to the films in an age-appropriate way with this colorful book. Sturdy board book pages will stand up to repeated readings and curious hands and mouths (even dinosaur teeth!). With simple prompts and picture clues that reinforce early concept learning and language structure, this is the perfect gift for dinosaur fans everywhere!
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13,49 €

Luck and Judgement


Get ready to be hooked by the third thrilling and atmospheric murder mystery from the million-copy-selling crime writer: this time DC Smith is looking for a body, but what he finds is far more sinister... 'Pitch-perfect crime writing.' DAILY EXPRESS'Peter Grainger's books are addictive.' CRIMINAL ELEMENT'Had me gripped from the very start to the extremely satisfying ending.' ***** Reader Review'Where has Peter Grainger been my whole life?' ***** Reader Review'I read a LOT of murder mysteries and this series is one of the best!' ***** Reader ReviewWhen a worker goes missing from a North Sea gas platform, there seem to be just two possible explanations: it was a tragic accident or a suicide. It does not take Smith and his detectives long, however, to discover that James Bell led a double life back onshore in Kings Lake -- a life complicated enough to make him at least one dangerous enemy. Before the case can be unravelled, Smith must get a new team working together; Waters and Murray are still there but one of Wilson’s men is transferred to him, and the female detective constable from Longmarsh poses some unexpected problems for her new sergeant. Together they begin to investigate the links between the companies and the people that bring ashore the oil and gas, and they also find themselves caught up in the seamier side of life that exists beneath Lake’s everyday comings and goings. The curious writer Jo Evison begins to delve more deeply into the story of the Andretti murders, and Smith himself has to face the fact that he might no longer be considered fit for duty. ‘Ensconced in Kings Lake, in the company of Smith and his team, I didn’t want to leave.' FINANCIAL TIMES'The books are comforting, the writing is subtle and the plots are gripping.' THE TIMES
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13,49 €

Super Natural


A NATURE BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE MAIL ON SUNDAY'Superb... A testament to just how beautiful and wonderful life on Earth is' Times Literary Supplement'Fascinating' Guardian'Brilliant' Daily MailFrom scorching deserts to frozen seabeds, from the highest peaks of the Himalaya to the hadal depths of the oceans, there are habitats on this Earth that appear inimical to life - yet in which it flourishes nevertheless. During the midday heat of the Sahara, silvery ants sprint from their nests to feed. In North American forests, wood frogs awaken each spring from solid blocks of ice. At the site of the Chernobyl disaster, fungi harness radiation to thrive. Transporting readers to far-flung environments we could never call home, Super Natural paints an awe-inspiring portrait of life's resilience and ingenuity under the harshest circumstances. We meet creatures exquisitely adapted to endure unimaginable deprivations: of water, oxygen, food, sunlight. Alex Riley shows how, at nature's extremes, the rules of life as we know them are rewritten - and how, here, we can find hope for the future of life on Earth, and beyond.
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17,99 €

The Queen's Sister


A mother, a wife, a woman of substance... At nineteen, Elizabeth Seymour is already a mother, has been recently widowed, and seen her Queen, Anne Boleyn, lose her life. Against the wishes of her father, she heads North, away from Wulf Hall and the court in London to Yorkshire, determined to establish a new beginning as a landowner and business woman. As her family in Wiltshire curry favour with King Henry, aided by Thomas Cromwell, Elizabeth makes Kexby Manor her home, finding loyalty among her people there. Soon, news comes to Elizabeth of the King's desires for her sister, Jane and while her brother, Edward, encourages her own betrothal to Gregory Cromwell, son of Thomas. It is a happy second marriage for Elizabeth, but it brings unwanted involvement in the dark plots and secrecy of the court, while in the wider country, changes in religious practice threaten to alter the traditions and values of all she has known... THE QUEEN'S SISTER vividly imagines the story of the woman possibly portrayed in Hans Holbein's beautiful painting 'Portrait of a Lady,' and is a colourful, meticulously researched novel of Tudor life behind the scenes. What readers say about Carol McGrath's novels:'Another beautifully crafted, well-researched work of historical fiction from Carol McGrath''Brimming with intrigue, tension and adventure, The Lost Queen is a powerful Medieval tale full of atmosphere, danger and emotion and transports the reader to another world''The story of Matilda is strikingly brought to life with this beautiful written novel'
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14,99 €

University of Cambridge: Think Big: The Power of Volcanoes


Big ideas for curious minds are simply explained in this fascinating book about volcanoes. Have you ever wondered what makes a volcano erupt? Or what happens when molten lava meets the sea? From towering mountains that spit fire to hidden underwater volcanoes shaping the ocean floor, this beautifully illustrated book takes young readers on an explosive journey into the heart of Earth's most powerful natural wonders. Discover the secrets of volcanoes - from the science behind eruptions and the different types of volcanoes around the world, to the daring work of volcanologists who study these fiery giants up close. Find out how volcanic eruptions have shaped our planet, created new islands, and even changed the climate. Part of a fascinating series of illustrated single-subject STE(A)M books for children aged 7-10, exploring some of the universe's most fascinating subjects. Written by leading volcanologists and Oxford professors, Tamsin Mather and David PylePublished in collaboration with the University of Cambridge and the Sedgwick MuseumClear, accessible explanations and easy-to-digest sections make complex topics engaging and easy to understandBright, engaging illustrations on every page bring the drama and beauty of volcanoes to life
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12,49 €

There Will Be Headwinds


Mark Agnew was part of the first team to ever kayak the north-west passage - spending 103 days in the Arctic. The infamous route between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans had defeated countless explorers for centuries, and Mark himself had failed two previous expeditions where he attempted to row across the Atlantic. Pushed to the brink, on the verge of turning his back on the adventures that had made him feel alive, he experienced a mental health crisis and almost abandoned the water forever. Charting an inspirational journey from failure to world record breaker, in There Will Be Headwinds Mark reflects on his struggles and reveals the lessons from sports psychology that allowed him to conquer his demons and achieve something truly remarkable. As well as exploring Mark rebuilding himself following his lowest ebb, this is also an astonishing story of ice, suffering and camaraderie. It's a testament to the power of teamwork, determination and ambition - and a celebration of the human spirit of adventure. AUTHOR: Mark Agnew is an adventure, journalist and motivational keynote speaker. Mark was a novice kayaker when he cast off from shore to paddle the entire Northwest Passage - 103 days later, Mark and his teammates made history as they entered the Beaufort Sea marking the other end of the Northwest Passage, setting two World Firsts in the process. He now works as a motivational keynote speaker, sharing his story and the lessons from his time in the Arctic.
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14,99 €

Three Reasons for Revenge


An incredibly twisty, gripping crime thriller which will keep you on the edge of your seat! Three gifts. Three packages arrive at three very different homes: a respected psychologist’s house, a socialite’s mansion, and a single father’s run-down apartment. The contents will tear apart the lives of their victims. One deadly game of revenge. This quickly becomes the most complex case of DS Judith Lee’s career. She’s convinced the gifts connect to a young woman who reported an assault then disappeared overnight…but how? Not everyone will survive. As Judith races to uncover the truth, she realises she's no longer just investigating – she's being forced to play a very dangerous game. A game where only the winners will survive. What readers are saying about Three Reasons for Revenge “It grabbed me from the off, held me captive throughout, delivered shocks along the way, and spat me out at the end wholly satisfied” “A real page-turner, just about impossible to put down, and undoubtedly her best yet” “Had me hooked from beginning to end, I couldn’t put it down” “Gripping, clever, and emotionally charged” “An adrenaline-fuelled thriller that grips from the outset—my heart was still racing by the final pages” “DO NOT MISS THIS BOOK!!!!!!!! This book is amazing and I stayed up till 4am to finish it!! One of the most exciting books I have devoured in a long time” “Stop what you are doing, buy this book. Forget your job. Forget your family. Forget all of your responsibilities. As matter of fact, just call in sick for about 48 hours so you can read this book and then get a shower and then re-read it for a second time. And then thank me later”
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22,99 €

Dancefloor


From the author of Heatwave, a Waterstones Book of the MonthFrom the translator of The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair, Lullaby and HHhH 'The modern day successor to Francoise Sagan' Evening StandardThe Beach is the only nightclub in town, a bright yellow cuboid on the docks. For most people it is a place to drink, flirt and hook up. Most people grow out of The Beach; they leave town, have families and pursue careers. Arthur is not most people. For Arthur The Beach is a sanctuary: a place where he can go every night to express himself, a place where he can make friends, a place where he can be somebody. By day, Arthur is a loner. Shy and awkward, he fails at relationships and doesn’t even make the first rung of a career ladder. But by night, he is a star, electrifying the dancefloor and lighting up the night of those around him. But, as he nears 40, even those who work at The Beach start to worry about him. How long can he continue living the fantasy life of an adolescent? And, with nightclubs closing at an ever-increasing rate, will The Beach disappear before he is ready to leave it behin? n crystalline prose and with unmatched emotional acuity, Jestin examines the tension between society’s expectations and 21st Century realities, while introducing the world to one of literature’s great oddballs. 'A frightening talent' Le Figaro Magazine'A dazzling second novel where his powerful words and his sense of rhythm make our intimate dance floors tremble.' Marie Claire'Victor Jestin keeps the reader in suspense, making him the best ally, almost the best friend of his lonely hero.' Le Monde des Livres
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13,49 €

Hattie Breaks a Leg


Hattie's down on her luck. She's collected enough enemies in high places that the only work she can find is a one-night-only vanity project being mounted by an extremely unlikely impresario, and beyond that things are looking bleak. However her career concerns must be put aside when an old friend appears, in serious trouble and asking for a big favour. Hattie tries to help, but things swiftly go awry and she finds herself thrown into a cat-and-mouse game with some very shady types who pursue her across London all the way to (where else?) backstage in the theatre on opening night.
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13,49 €

The Clockmaker’s Cottage


'Warm, emotional, cosy and ridiculously easy to lose yourself in, this was exactly the escape I needed 💛' ? Can love begin before time runs out? Pippa Bell never expected to flee her own wedding — or to end up stranded on Puffin Island at the beautifully ramshackle Clockmaker’s Cottage, the perfect place to get away from it all for the summer. Her stay gets off to a rocky start when she discovers she’s sharing with her old university nemesis, Theo Blake. But, faced with a ferocious summer storm and trapped inside the tiny house, they end up working together to discover long-buried secrets about the cottage’s original owners. As the storm rages outside and the cottage works its magic, Pippa discovers that sometimes the best shelter is found in the most unexpected arms… Readers love The Clockmaker's Cottage: 'Had me totally engaged from page one … brilliant' ? 'These Puffin Island books get better and better'? 'Another gorgeous installment' ? 'I could not put this down' ? 'An utterly charming romance' ? 'I’ve loved this series from the very first book' ? 'Christie Barlow is such a lovely storyteller, I’m always ‘in’ from the first page' ?
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13,49 €

Your Personal Horoscope 2027


Prepare yourself for 2027 and take every advantage of working with the stars to find love, luck and career success. This popular, complete one-volume guide contains all your need to know about your personal horoscope in 2027. Be prepared for the forthcoming year with monthly predications for your sign and discover how to maximise your opportunities and potential to make the most of 2027. This complete astrological guide contains: Updated personality profiles for each signA forecast for the year ahead – what you can expect in terms of wealth, home, health, social and love lifeA month-by-month forecast of your best days and worst days – the ideal times to attract love, money or success, or when it’s best to just stay in bed!
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17,99 €

Bad Boy Era


New York Times bestselling author Amy Daws delivers the epic, laugh-out-loud finale of the Mountain Men Matchmaker series: a grumpy sunshine sports romance about an Irish rugby bad boy and the family matchmaker who never saw her own love story coming. Perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Meghan Quinn, and Tessa Bailey. Rule #1 on the Everly Fletcher Matchmaking Manifesto…Never fall for your best friend’s grumpy brother. Everly is the matchmaking mastermind of her family, but her own love life is a bit of a flop. Back from four years in Dublin, she’s ready for a quiet summer on Fletcher Mountain helping launch her aunt’s animal rescue center—until Conri “Wolf” Reilly shows up. Wolf is her college roommate’s infuriating twin brother. He’s brooding, Irish, and college rugby’s resident bad boy with thighs that could crack a watermelon. His red card reputation has trashed his rugby prospects…until a training camp in Denver comes calling. As a favor, Everly reluctantly gets Wolf a place to stay if he volunteers at the rescue center. Now Everly finds herself working and living next door to the Irish tattooed grump who treats her like a nuisance—but looks at her like he could press her up against a hay bale until they forget their own names. Wolf swore he came to America to fix his image, not fall for his sister’s best friend, but the more time he spends with Everly, the harder it is to keep his distance. Perhaps Everly’s in her bad boy era…or maybe Fletcher Mountain has its own matchmaking plans. Perfect for fans of:Grumpy x SunshineBest Friend's BrotherSports romance (Rugby)Meddling Families + interconnected storiesLooking for more spicy small-town romance? The Mountain Men Matchmaker series delivers four books full of burly heroes, meddling families, and laugh-out-loud love stories: Nine Month Contract, Seven Year Itch, Honeymoon Phase, and Bad Boy Era. Collect all four deluxe paperbacks to complete the set, with covers that form one cohesive Fletcher Mountain image. Sprayed edges available while supplies last.
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13,49 €

Donutella Hamachi and the Library Avengers


From drag sensation and star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Kim Chi and the acclaimed author of the K-Pop Confidential books comes a contemporary superhero series about a community coming together to save their local library. For twelve-year-old Korean immigrant Jae Han, the library is more than a place to check out books. It’s a safe space to work on his comic book featuring drag superhero Donutella Hamachi, play video games to improve his English, and befriend other outcast kids sheltering among the stacks. When the mayor announces plans to demolish the building and pave a mall parking lot, Jae Han pleads with his friend the librarian to intervene. But even if the mayor doesn’t shutter the library, Ms Henny reveals, a funding deficit will. Called to action, Jae Han rallies his ragtag group of friends to halt the destruction of their haven. Can they – with help from the sparkling Donutella Hamachi – unite long enough to defeat the slime-shooting blobfish enveloping screaming citizens in goo (i.e., ace a fundraising campaign)? Filled with diabolical plots and empowerment aplenty, this lively foray into the heart of a town’s darkness, sprinkled through with hilarious graphic panels, will delight superhero fans, comic book creators, and anyone who has felt outside the mainstream – and perfectly at home in a library.
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10,99 €

Things That Go


Travel by land, sea and air and learn all about things that go with this bright and bold board book! With flaps upon flaps, peek-through holes and plenty of surprises, little ones will delight in exploring its pages. Each spread includes lots to spot and plenty of new words to learn, from hot air balloons and bicycles, to rockets and rowing boats. Perfect for little hands, My First Peek-Through Flaps: Things That Go encourages motor skill development, hand-eye coordination, parent-child participation and a love of learning for the very young. *Note: this was originally published as part of the I Can Learn series.
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10,99 €

If God Is the Answer, What Is the Question?


You can argue about God forever, and not change your mind. Believers and non-believers often talk at cross purposes, both failing to grasp what is really going on when we argue about God. So where do we go when the facts run out? Philosophy. Braiding the thought of the Stoics, Spinoza, Kant and other leading philosophers together with meditations on religious experience, Christopher Insole takes us beyond the limits of reason to a place where we might find empathy and reverence for all of our fellow persons, each in the struggle to live a meaningful life. If we can learn to talk about God with care, we might understand ourselves and others better, as the vulnerable, mortal creatures we are.
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14,99 €

DK Top 10 Crete


The world’s favourite pocket travel guidesPerfect for a short stay, Top 10 Crete is your essential Crete travel guide. Top 10 lists showcase the island's highlights, so you can spend less time researching and more time exploring. It’s compact and easy to carry, too, and filled with expert tips and clear maps to guide you on the go. Inside this Crete guide book, you’ll find:- Top 10 lists covering the must-sees and must-dos – from the ancient ruins in Knossos to walking the scenic Samaria Gorge- Crete’s best areas to explore, including Chania, Heraklion, and Rethymno- Recommendations for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists including the best beach resorts, mountain walks, local dishes, and more- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a weekend or a week- Laminated pull-out map, plus detailed area maps for easy navigationFor longer trips and more on Crete's culture, history, and attractions, pair this pocket guide with our classic DK Greek Islands travel guide.
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13,49 €

Taking the Reins


A Riders-inspired YA romance, perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Jilly Cooper and Emily Henry. Talented but consistently overlooked, Sophie has never been able to catch a break. Riding is her life, but she hasn’t been raised with a stable in her garden the same way some of her competition have. But this summer is different – she’s just earned herself a spot at the prestigious Blackwood Equestrian Camp. Luke, the camp’s star jumper, is charming, wealthy and actually a very sweet boy at heart. His dad owns the Blackwood estate, so he’s always had it easy and never met a girl who doesn’t fall at his feet . . . until Sophie.  Scrappy Finley, a stable hand who works for the estate, has a talent for breaking in difficult horses. He’s brooding, rough around the edges and hiding a secret that could ruin him.  When a major riding competition is on the line, forcing them all to work together, Sophie must decide who really has her heart, and whether she’s willing to risk everything for love.
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13,49 €

Rainbow Magic: Taylor the Pop Star Wedding Fairy


The bestselling classic illustrated fairy series for ages 5+Taylor the Pop Star Wedding Fairy has a magical job. She makes sure that superstars' weddings are extra special! But her bag of fairy dust has been stolen and now a famous singer's wedding is all going wrong. It's up to Rachel, Kirsty, Gracie and Khadijah to help Taylor save the big day. Collect all the fairies! The bestselling Rainbow Magic series has sold over 40 million copies worldwide. For decades, these much-loved books have turned many children into confident and dedicated readers. 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.comLooking for more magic? Read the Rainbow Magic Graphic Novels next!
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8,49 €

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