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You Don''t Know What You''re Missing
We all like to think we''re making decisions based on reality, but in fact, we''re almost always working from incomplete information. And when ''you don''t know what you don''t know'', it can be impossible to navigate successfully.In You Don''t Know What You''re Missing mathematician Kit Yates explores the blind spots, gaps in our knowledge and how we make sense of the world given we usually have an unfinished picture. From avoiding common traps and pitfalls to filling in the gaps without guessing, it shows us how to turn our misses into hits.
Flirting with Evil
The history of the Catholic Church in the twentieth century is one of spies, scandals and bad political choices. It’s a shadowy, ornate world of cover-ups and hidden motives. In this book, Ambrogio Caiani lifts back the heavy velvet curtains of the chancel and peers behind the locked mahogany doors of the Vatican to reveal the shocking truths that make up a century of Catholic corruption.For many, Catholicism’s flirtation with evil has become impossible to ignore: a pope courting Nazi officials and, horribly, turning a blind eye to the Holocaust; the Vatican becoming embroiled in a series of dodgy financial dealings; the child abuse continuously perpetrated by members of the clergy. Time and time again, Catholic figures have made terrible choices in private and preached in public about goodness and morality.This is the first history that focuses exclusively on Catholicism throughout the twentieth century, sketching not only scandalous stories of corruption but also lively portrayals of Catholicism’s key characters – from a beret-clad communist revolutionary priest to the bizarre morning routine of the pope who followed a daily cold bath with dry unbuttered toast. Caiani, a critical Catholic himself, takes a frank and sceptical look at the trajectory of global Catholicism and wrestles with vital questions about the future of the church. Taking in the wider socio-political contexts of a world at war and the accumulating momentum of social progress, this brilliant history traces the evolution of the Catholic church alongside the development of our modern society right up to the election of Pope Leo XIV in 2025.
Vicky and June: Pals and Petals
Join Vicky and June for springtime adventures in these full colour illustrated stories - ideal for encouraging independent reading for children aged 5-7.Vicky the lively squirrel and June the gentle hedgehog are best friends. Six short, beautifully illustrated chapters follow their funny, warm adventures, and are perfect for readers just graduating from picture books.Spring is almost here in Vicky and June''s cosy woodland world. For these best friends, that means making a map to guide Spring to their house, planting seeds (flowers and veggies!) and making crowns and bracelets from reeds. And there are always lots of games to invent and play together as they wait for their garden to bloom.Readers will also love Vicky and June: Friends at Play.
Classic Football Heroes: Pelé (Elite Edition)
<p><b>A brand-new collector's edition featuring a collector's card, free eBook and free audio download!</b><br><b><br>FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!<br><br>Introducing the TOP BALLERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.</b><br><br><b>Name: </b>Pelé, or Edson Arantes Do Nascimento<br><b>Nationality: </b>Brazilian<br><b>Hero Rating: </b>95<br><br>Considered as one of the greatest players of all time, Brazilian striker Pelé holds the Guinness World record for most goals scored, with a total of 1,283 goals in 1,363 matches. Raised in poverty in the state of São Paulo, Pelé was taught to play football by his father - as they could not afford a ball they played with a grapefruit or a sock stuffed with newspaper. <i>Pelé </i>tells the incredible story of how Edson Arantes do Nascimento, nicknamed Pelé, grew up to become the greatest player of the 20th century.<br><br><i>Ultimate Football Heroes</i> is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.<br><br>With an eye-catching cover, this special, elite edition contains a collector's card and a code to redeem a free audio edition of the book.<br><br><b>Collect them all! Also available in the TOP BALLERS range:</b><br><i>Messi</i>, <i>Neymar</i>, <i>Maradonna</i>, <i>De Bruyne</i>, <i>Griezemann</i>, <i>Foden</i>, <i>Firmino</i>, <i>Coutinho </i>and <i>Pogba</i>.</p>
Two Little Liars
'Fast, furious, utterly compelling' Sophie McKenzie'A novel as engrossing as it is elegant' William Hussey, author of Killing Jericho'A brilliant debut, full of twists and rich in atmosphere' Cass GreenErin and Bee are the TWO LITTLE LIARS. Vilified. Despised. Never forgiven, forgotten, or meant to see each other again after the tragedy they caused. Until a fateful college trip brings them together, and Bee is murdered. Twenty years on, the case remains unsolved and a threat reunites the survivors of the trip. Someone knows who Erin is – and what she did the night Bee died. Someone who’ll kill again.
That's not my axolotl...
Meet five appealing axolotls - cute little salamanders from Mexico - swimming through this 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.
The Death of Shame
When you are a prisoner of your secrets, the death of shame is the only path to liberty Annabel Banks was promised work as a maid with a prestigious Edinburgh family. But on her first day, she's nowhere to be found. Concerned relatives contact Sarah Fisher to help. Sarah might know her way around the city - its light sides and dark - but soon she'll discover the plight of dozens of girls ensnared in its many brothels: lured, abused and left ruined in the eyes of the world. Meanwhile, a prominent society figure throws himself from the Scott Monument. Will Raven is asked to establish whether the death was suicide or if someone else was involved. Drawing upon real historical events, The Death of Shame takes the Raven and Fisher series into a treacherous labyrinth of shame and the pitfalls of a culture obsessed with moral purity.
Ben’s Gargoyle
Critically acclaimed author Keith Gray masterfully grapples with the difficult dynamics of a tumultuous family environment in this compelling and bittersweet tale. When Ben sees a monstrous gargoyle creeping across the midnight rooftops, he’s desperate to tell someone. But Ben feels alone in his new home and is finding it hard fitting in at his new school. Ben’s dad doesn’t believe him. He’s always angry. He says Ben needs to act his age, stand up to the school bullies and “be a man”. But can Ben find the courage to stand up to the biggest bully of all? And every night the gargoyle creeps closer. Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Dr Ranj’s Human Body Encyclopedia
Embark on an adventure through the wondrous world of the human body with Dr Ranj Singh as your trusty guide. Ever wondered why you get goosebumps or what your belly button actually is? Join beloved NHS paediatrician and TV presenter, Dr Ranj, on an accessible journey through how the body works, covering everything from the powerhouse of the heart to the bustling networks of the brain. Paired with captivating illustrations, this human body book for kids breaks down complex topics into clear, age-appropriate learning for 7 to 9-year-olds. If you’re looking for an engaging human biology book to help your child understand their health, prepare for a hospital visit, or tackle difficult conversations, this definitive guide provides the perfect solution. Inside this human body encyclopedia, you’ll find:Trusted facts and gentle explanations from Dr Ranj Singh, making it an invaluable tool for parents navigating complex health conversations. Dedicated sections on medicine, surgery, and looking inside our bodies—an ideal and reassuring gift for a child going into the hospital. Supports UK and US school science curriculums with focused chapters on nutrition, body systems, and genetics. A complete body tour with five structured sections exploring body basics, the head, the chest and back, the abdomen and pelvis, and the limbs. 128 pages of colourful, illustrative graphics that make learning highly engaging and fun. Whether it’s learning about bones and muscles, or demystifying hospitals and operating theatres, this anatomy guide for kids brings science to life, making it the ultimate body book for curious young learners.
Checkmate
‘Mezrich’s books are the sort of engrossing reads you pick up in the airport then find the blockbuster film on the plane’ – Evening StandardFrom the bestselling author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House comes this cinematic true story about the biggest scandal in modern chess. In September 2022, the chess world watched in disbelief as Magnus Carlsen, widely considered the greatest player in history, faced an unthinkable defeat against the nineteen-year-old American upstart, Hans Niemann. Within days, Carlsen accused Niemann of cheating – a bombshell allegation that rocked the chess world. As the scandal spiralled, Chess.com – the dominant force in online chess – launched a high-stakes investigation igniting a global media firestorm. But Checkmate is about more than a cheating scandal. It’s the story of a teenager willing to risk everything to rise to the top; a reclusive genius suddenly fighting to protect his legacy; and a centuries-old game transforming into a billion-dollar industry fuelled by streaming, sponsorships, and Silicon Valley power players. With exclusive access to the central figures, Ben Mezrich takes readers deep inside the weird, wild, and cutthroat world of competitive chess – where genius collides with ambition, and the wrong move could be your last. 'Fast-paced and compelling, Mezrich brings the black and white squares of the chess world into full technicolour. Even the non-chess players among us can't fail to be hooked by this remarkable story' – Katie Prescott, author of The Curious Case of Mike Lynch
The Final Six
Shogo Hatano has beaten over 5,000 applicants to become one of six candidates still in the running for graduate positions at Japan''s most exclusive tech company, Spiralinks.But the night before the last interview, they receive an email that raises the stakes: Spiralinks will only take on one of the final six, and the hopefuls must decide who.As deliberations begin, Hatano finds six envelopes containing a shocking revelation about each candidate. The terrible secrets exposed could ruin more than just careers, they could destroy lives.With the clock ticking, Hatano must process the scandals, figure out who planted the evidence and convince the others that he deserves the job of all their dreams.He''ll do whatever it takes. But the wrong decision could have deadly consequences . . .
Far From Home
Discover the heartwarming story of triumph over adversity from Sunday Times bestselling author, Val Wood, perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Dilly Court!She went looking for freedom, but will she find happines? hen Georgiana Gregory and her maid, Kitty, make the long sea journey from their native Hull for New York, they hope to begin a new life in the freedom of the newly-formed United States of America. Georgiana wants to escape from the confines of English life, and to savour a land of emancipation and opportunity. But in New York, she encounters a man passing himself off as a local mill-owner's son, Edward, who has abandoned Georgiana's sister and fled to America. Georgiana recognises the man standing before her as Edward's valet Robert - Edward himself appears to have vanished. As Georgiana and Kitty pursue the adventures of the frontier, and Edward tries to flee his enemies, the dangers of this new country seem too much to cope with. Readers LOVE Val Wood:'A heart-warming story filled with compelling action' Rosie Goodwin'Hull's answer to Catherine Cookson' BBC Radio 4's Front Row'With fully developed characters and a compelling story, it's no wonder the author won the Catherine Cookson Prize for Fiction' Belfast Telegraph'Val Wood never fails to impress'? ?'An intriguing read from start to finish'? ?Thanks Val for the pleasure and emotions your books instil' ? ?
Mother Ghost Mango Seed
Set in Thailand from 1976 to the present, Mother, Ghost, Mango Seed is a haunting yet hopeful exploration of grief, motherhood, and cultural identity ‘With pathos and swift, transporting prose, Natalie Gregory reveals a version of Thailand rich with counterculture, protest, and the lingering ghosts of those erased from collective memory’ Aube Rey Lescure, Women’s Prize shortlisted author of River East, River West ‘Mother, Ghost, Mango Seed is a brilliant and richly imagined debut. Gregory writes beautifully about motherhood, loneliness and the clash of family and politics’ Luan Goldie, Women’s Prize longlisted author of Nightingale Point ‘This book is not read, it is imbibed through gorgeous descriptions of food and rituals that bring Thailand's political and cultural history to the fore. Motherhood and grief are treated like the mysteries they are, as are repressed desires and their costs. This is an unforgettable read' Fauzia Musa, The Strangling Fig **** A single thread can unravel a web of secrets … Lin returns from England to Bangkok to care for her dying mother. In the city, pro-democracy protestors clash with the military government and ambitious new king. And among all this, Lin’s mother dies. Numbed at the wake and feeling like a stranger in her home country, Lin tries to cook her mother’s favourite dish, but her mother’s recipes are all missing, and in their place is an old political leaflet which everyone refuses to translate. Lonely and intrigued, Lin sets off with her baby to the Thai countryside in search of answers. As she discovers herself and her culture, Lin quickly finds that tugging at a single thread can unravel a web of secrets held for decades, driving away loved ones, breaking cultural taboos, and uncovering dreadful truths behind a devastating political past. ****
The Twitnam Summer
'A rollicking, brilliant book' GARETH RUSSELL 'Hugely enjoyable' SUNDAY TIMES A rollicking narrative history set during the extraordinary summer of 1726 when Jonathan Swift arrived in London from Dublin, with a draft of Gulliver’s Travels in his bag. Jonathan Swift settled into his great friend Alexander Pope’s new house on the river at Twickenham (or Twitnam as they liked to call it), and joined by John Gay, the trio of Scriblerus Club writers spent a delightful and creative summer, pushing each other to new satirical heights (The Dunciad and The Beggar’s Opera also ensued), exploring the gardens and houses of their aristocratic friends and thinking up ways to torment Robert Walpole’s corrupt Whig administration without going to jail. An unlikely threesome in many ways – Swift was 20 years older, and Gay was as large and indolent as Pope was tiny and restless – “the three Yahoos of Twittenham” were unmarried and took great emotional and intellectual succour from their friendship. The three of them added up to more than the sum of their considerable parts and, as well as being a brilliant evocation of the radical rage, the joy and stench of early eighteenth century life, The Twitnam Summer is also a very moving portrait of male friendship.
I, Rock
All Rock wants to do is celebrate his 3 billionth birthday with his friends. But who will come to his party? It's been a long few years since Rock joined the planet in something called the Big Bang. Since then, he's seen a few friends come and go, but now that it's his 3 billionth birthday, he just wants to celebrate with his best friends, Gary the Dinosaur and Worm. But Worm is always busy, and Gary the Dinosaur hasn't responded. Will Rock have anyone at his party? A hilarious new picture book from Eoin McLaughlin, with brilliant illustrations by Mark Chambers, this zip-through-time story will have hearts melting for Rock, who's been there, done that (but didn't bother buying the t-shirt because he's a rock).
Pokemon Joke Book
Join your Pokémon pals for a hilarious joke journey! Get ready to giggle in Galar and joke in Johto in the official Pokémon Joke book! Packed with over 200 jokes and featuring your favourite Pokémon (including Pikachu, Eevee, Snorlax and more), tag along on a joke journey as you giggle your way through the regions. Why did the Trainer reject a Pokémon? Because it wasn't their type! What do you call a Pokémon who doesn't move fast? A slow-poke! Catch and collect more of our Pokémon titles to become the ultimate Trainer: Pokémon Brain Teasers (ISBN 978-0755501854) Pokémon Word Games (ISBN 978-0008616731) Pokémon Pocket Puzzles (ISBN 978-1405296533) Pokémon Code Breakers (ISBN 978-0008509545) Pokémon Mini Mazes (ISBN 978-1405296304)
Amazing Jokes for Every 8 Year Old
What’s a crocodile’s favourite game? Snap! Get ready to laugh your socks off in this brand new joke collection for eight year olds, packed with EPIC amounts of silliness! Expect the very best one-liners to get your friends, family and teachers chuckling – with a huge range of subjects from animals and nature to sports, history and beyond. In this bumper collection, look out for all these and more … Knock knock jokesShort jokesSilly jokesZany jokesWordplay jokes Can YOU pick your favourite? Look out for a healthy dose of fart jokes along the way!
Bleak Seasons
From international bestseller Glen Cook, comes the seventh book in the chronicles of the Black Company — the series that forever changed the face of fantasy. Standardbearer and reluctant Annalist Murgen knows they are running out of time. The Black Company has seized the fortress of Stormgard — but victory has only brought new dangers. Now besieged, starving, and surrounded by the Shadowlanders, the Company faces destructionboth from within and without. As the siege intensifies and the brotherhood teeters on the brink of collapse, commanders and soldiersalike vie for power. Meanwhile, Murgen finds himself slipping violently through time, forced to relive past horrors even as his present unravels...
Sweet Sorrow
Sweet Sorrow: a novel of the searing explosion of first love, and the rocky path to adulthood'A beautiful paean to young love'OBSERVER'Fizzing'GUARDIAN'A glorious escape to the sunlit uplands of the 1990s'FINANCIAL TIMES'Exquisite'DAILY TELEGRAPH'The sense of nostalgia is visceral and intense, almost time-bending'SUNDAY TIMESEveryone has that one summer. It's 1997 and Charlie Lewis is stuck. School is over, his family is breaking up, his father is falling apart and the long, empty holidays stretch ahead towards an uncertain future. And then, quite by chance, Charlie meets Fran Fisher and it's as if a new world has opened before him. But can it las? wenty years later, Charlie tells the story. ONE OF BRITAIN'S MOST ACCLAIMED WRITERS'One of the most astute chroniclers of England as it is now'FINANCIAL TIMES'An uncanny ability to make us laugh out loud, but also care passionately about his characters'DAILY TELEGRAPH'Nicholls writes with such tender precision about love'THE TIMES'No one else writes novels that are both relatable and revelatory in the way he does'EVENING STANDARD'Genuinely brilliant'NEW STATESMAN
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