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WW2 Codebreaking People and Places is the first volume of a series on a glossary of codebreaking, ‘People and Places’, brings to the reader an easily understandable account and listing, of those involved in collecting and analysing military intelligence, principally during the second world war. Whilst some will be well known, such as Alan Turing, many others have made significant contributions to codebreaking but fail to attract the attention of the media for the most part. From an individual named ‘Wren’ who worked at a codebreaking outstation supporting Bletchley Park, to a mathematician who modified a codebreaking machine just prior to D-Day, to a ladies foundationwear factory in Hertfordshire that helped make machine components, these people and places now can be appreciated as to where they fitted-in within the overall picture of gathering, and processing enemy intelligence in wartime.The entries are cross-referenced to enable the reader to research as much or as little as they want, to dip-in to the glossary, to use it as a basis for further study, or just to learn a little more about the people that helped us win the war with our allied friends. .

When Hitler came to power in 1933 he promised the German people a technocratic state where science, technology and education would grow and flourish. Unfortunately, any attempts to achieve such a goal were dependent on his educational background which was fundamentally flawed and severely distorted.Hitler’s schooling was a troubled time where he struggled with many subjects. In particular he found conflicting views between science and religion so difficult to understand it caused him to “run his head against the wall”. He was also heavily educated in subjects like myths, magic, pseudo-sciences and the occult which would become his versions of alternative science and alternative facts. These alternatives remained with him into adulthood where, as Fuhrer, his mentality and mindset towards science was highlighted when he announced: "A new age of magic interpretation of the world is coming, of interpretation in terms of the will and not the intelligence."Hitler’s ideology and rise to power also came at an interesting time for physics which was hinting at that will not intelligence interpretation. The early decades of the twentieth century had seen a revolution in two apparently connected key areas of the subject known as quantum mechanics and relativity; these would have a dramatic influence on Hitler and the physics of the Third Reich. During the 1920s quantum mechanics was suggesting that just by observing an experiment a scientist could alter the outcome and reality. However, at the same time Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity was also developing and whereas the two areas were believed to be linked, to the Nazis there was a serious problem. Whereas German physicist Max Planck’s quantum physics was a non-Jewish science hinting at that promised magical underlying foundation to physics and reality, Einstein was Jewish and so was his theory. Moreover, relativity was difficult to understand and accept, especially amongst certain right-wing experimental physicists. Therefore, relativity was easy to reject with the magical quantum world eagerly accepted by the Nazis.However, with Hitler’s ability to understand science clearly strained and steadfast from childhood together with his seething anti-Semitism, this decision set the Nazis on a research road very different from the Allies. As the decade progressed so did the ridicules towards Jewish science through Einstein and his theory. This set in motion extreme anti-Semitic attacks on him by those extreme right-wing experimental physicists many of whom would later find key roles in Hitler’s government. As such, the theoretical physics dominated by Jewish scientists was rejected en mass with key Jewish scientists dismissed from their academic posts. Instead, the Third Reich favoured experimental, or applied, physics which shaped much of Hitler’s war machine with the so-called magical interpretation of quantum mechanics and its apparent will over intelligence providing the basis for unconventional pseudo-scientific research, research like free energy, anti-gravity and hidden occultist physics through ancient texts.Through Hitler’s key reforms in science and education and Heinrich Himmler’s SS, science became politicised with an added danger that certain areas were replaced with Nazi alternatives like pseudo-science, magic and the occult. The result was certain areas of true sciences became pseudo-sciences while the Third Reich’s pseudo-sciences became the true sciences. Disciplines then became Aryan physics, Aryan chemistry, Aryan biology, Aryan mathematics, and so on, with all expected to prove their place within National Socialism or perish. From there science experienced an era of division and decline with loss of freedom and diversity, misapplication of innovation and the inevitable decline in some areas of the natural sciences, especially physics and mathematics.By the war’s end Himmler’s SS had taken control of much of Nazi Germany’s scientific research and with the unthinkable d

Fill your day with warmth and happiness colouring in the magical adventures of Sogumi the fennec fox, a salt desert fennec fox, and their cactus companion, Soso! Join Sogumi the fennec fox and her cactus friend Soso as they embark on a series of magical adventures in this adorable colouring book. From travelling the world and exploring imaginary careers, to relaxing under the sea and riding a scooter through a donut-filled sky, every page bursts with magic and wonder. Perfect for kids, teens and adults who love all things cute, this colouring book features:- 64 warm full-colour reference pages to be inspired by!- 64 easy-to-colour black and white line illustrations ready for you to colour and bring to life Created by Korean illustrator, the Sogumi the Fennec Fox series celebrates the small joys that can be found in everyday life. As you colour each page, you're invited to slow down and unwind, making your day feel cosy and full of happiness.

“Haunting and atmospheric.” —Nalini Singh, New York Times bestselling author, for The FarmhouseThe past isn’t just haunting her—it’s hunting her.Addison Lowe knew her mother-in-law despised her, but inheriting Barb’s massive estate after her death feels less like closure and more like a trap. Barb’s hoarded rooms aren’t just filled with clutter—they’re filled with secrets. And it’s Addison’s job to unearth them while Luke grieves the loss of the mother he could never let go of.But Luke grows stranger with every box they open—restless, secretive, cruel in ways Addison has never seen. And the house itself seems to breathe with Barb’s presence. Ivy claws through the windows. A murder of crows drops trinkets at her feet. Dolls stare from the shadows, labeled with names Addison doesn’t recognize—until she does. One doll bears the name Cassidy Warren, a girl who vanished years ago. And the more Addison uncovers, the more Barb’s legacy seems tied to the streak of “bad luck” that has haunted Rockside Bay for decades.The deeper Addison digs, the clearer it becomes: some secrets were meant to stay buried. And the husband she thought she knew may be hiding the darkest one of all…Praise for The Farmhouse:“Unputdownable… A smart, chilling, ferociously feminist thriller.” —Kristen Simmons, Bram Stoker Award Nominee“A thought-provoking, action-packed thriller… A must-read.” —Lisa M. Matlin, author of The Stranger Upstairs

‘[A] gorgeous exploration of romance … reminding us that even during life’s toughest moments, there’s laughter, too’ Red ‘A moving story of grief, hope and friendship’ Prima ‘In a novel about people rebuilding their lives there is of course some darkness, but also a huge amount of humour. I loved this book a lot’ Louise Hare, This Lovely City ‘Warm, funny and deeply moving, Luan Goldie has created an uplifting story about love, resilience and second chances’ Delia Online ‘As hilarious as it is heartbreaking. I devoured this book … I grieved, laughed and fell in love alongside Zoe’ Natalie Gregory, Mother Ghost Mango Seed ***** Zoe lost a part of herself after a heartbreaking loss and when she returns to work, everyone is tiptoeing around her and hoping she is back to her old self. But she knows she’ll never be the same carefree party girl she was before. Then she meets Cian – her disarmingly charming colleague, who’s working from home after a climbing accident left him temporarily immobile. As they spend the summer hiding from the heatwave, arguing about Studio Ghibli, and sharing moments of vulnerability, their cautious friendship grows into something deeper. But with Cian grappling with his own restless spirit, and Zoe keeping everyone at arm’s length, there are a hundred reasons for them to hit the brakes. Zoe has a choice to make – retreat into her shell and cling to the safety of what she knows, or risk it all and take a leap of faith into the unknown? Between Yesterday and Tomorrow is a story of courage and connection, and examines the messy, beautiful ways we rebuild our lives when everything feels broken. It finds the humour in the darkest moments and reminds us of the ways we find hope. ***** Praise for Luan Goldie ‘Important and remarkable’ Bonnie Garmus, Lessons in Chemistry ‘Luan Goldie is one of the most important voices in contemporary British fiction … A story of resilience, family and community, it is finely wrought and unnervingly timely’ Kia Abdullah ‘Intense and powerful novel’ Platinum ‘A brilliant book written with warmth and sensitivity that I recommend most highly. I loved it unreservedly’ My Weekly

Savage beasts, fabulous treasures, perilous duels, and deadly treachery abound in this thrilling adventure novel set in medieval Spain.Málaga, Spain, 1352. Knight-errant Gerard Fox and his daring wife Willa seek young noblewoman Madelena to deliver news of her brother''s death: an innocuous mission, yet one that plunges the couple into a fight for their lives against their most dangerous adversaries yet.Madelena''s sister-in-law Helvira desires two things that Madalena now possesses: a considerable inheritance, and a letter that provides grounds for Helvira''s execution in both the Christian and Muslim worlds. With everything at stake, Helvira will stop at nothing to seize both.Fox and Willa soon find themselves in a desperate battle to survive on a journey that will take them from the royal court at Seville to the mighty complex of the Alhambra Palace. To save Madelena and reveal the truth, the duo must outwit Helvira and her allies at every turn – and escape the ferocious creatures of Helvira''s deadly menagerie.The unmissable new novel in the Tales of the Lawless Land series, combining thrilling historical action and clever puzzles, from New York Times bestselling author Boyd and expert medievalist Beth Morrison.Reviews for Boyd and Beth Morrison''This duo knows all the right chords to touch'' Steve Berry''Will dazzle fans of The Da Vinci Code'' Lee Goldberg''Full of authenticity and thrills'' Mark Greaney

Join Bear on an adventure through the seasons in this sumptuous lift-the-flap gift book.Who''s been hiding Easter eggs among the spring flowers? What treats are tucked inside the summer picnic basket? What''s hidden beneath the autumnal branches of the Grand Old Oak? Little ones will love lifting the sturdy flaps on every page to uncover delightful surprises and short, read-aloud poems that celebrate the changing seasons.With over 60 uniquely shaped flaps, this charming book is built to withstand years of tiny hands exploring - and is sure to become a treasured family favourite for sharing all year round.

The final Fushigi Yugi story in the Universe of the Four Gods begins!The year is 1923. Suzuno Osugi’s father Takao warns her to stay away from The Universe of the Four Gods, telling her it’s a book that only men can touch. Takao worked with late Einosuke Okuda, who translated its text. He knows that in order to enact its story, the book needs one last heroine: the priestess of Byakko!After a clumsy rescue by Tokaki, Suzuno and Tatara escape their imprisonment by the Crow People. As they’re fleeing, they quite literally stumble into their newest Celestial Warrior—the graceful and wise Toroki. Upon learning Suzuno is the true Priestess, the Crow People celebrate her with a feast. Tatara chooses this time to tell something special to Suzuno, but she can hardly catch her breath amid all the excitement before Ning-Lan reveals her next murderous move… Also includes “Byakko Ibun,” the story of Nirsha and Ning-Lan!

Complex, completely convincing characters and twist you'll never guess' ALEX MICHAELIDES 'Beautifully structured and peopled with unforgettable characters this is story-telling of the highest order: do not miss it' DAILY MAILTHE WORLD KNOWS HER AS THE GIRL IN CELL A. Convicted of murder at seventeen, infamous killer and true crime celebrity Orianna Negi has always maintained her innocence.BUT IF SHE DIDN'T KILL GIDEON WYCLERC... Orianna has a blind spot over that fateful day: she can't remember what happened. Forensic psychologist Annie Ledet is tasked with unlocking the truth.....THEN WHO DID? Orianna grew up in Eden Falls, ruled by the insular Wyclerc dynasty and its ruthless patriarch , Amos. As their sessions progress, Annie reaches into Orianna's past to a shattering realisation.... Scandal. Sex. Power. Race. And murder. Between guilt and innocence lies a fallen Eden. 'A fabulous thriller where small-town America and the sins of its inhabitants make for a wonderful page-turner' STEVE CAVANAGH

Discover real-life stories of treasures lost, stolen and found where YOU become the treasure hunter!Discover a message in a bottle that appears to be from the ghost of Captain William Kidd - the infamous pirate and now, it would seem, thief! Follow a breadcrumb trail of intriguing clues left by the treasure-hungry thief as he travels the world attempting to steal great artefacts, paintings, gold and more. The Treasure Hunt takes you on an epic adventure, where you will find out how to decipher tricky codes and uncover heart-stopping accounts of how famous treasures were lost, found or stolen!Crack the codes to turn the page and travel from country to country. But be warned - some treasures may never be found ...

A story of recovery, love, and loss—a memoir of healing ourselves and the natural world. Cara Benson did not come to love easy. As a low bottom addict, she crawled through subway tunnels and partnered with an abusive man. When she came face to face with her own death, she chose life. Her journey of survival led her into recovery, to climbing mountains, and ultimately to Jon, the man with whom she cultivated a relationship that began as “second chance lovers” and slowly developed into one as lifetime partners. Years later, Benson unexpectedly found herself in devastation as she came to terms with losing Jon to suicide. As she retreated into her grief, she also retreated into the woods of upstate New York, exploring the forests not as the avid hiker she’d become in recovery, but as a meanderer who had lost her way. Here she found more grief in her observation of the effects of climate change. In confronting her loss, Benson came to realize that the lessons she learned from loving Jon in sickness, health, and death could be applied to her relationship with the non-human world. From squirreling away oak acorns for reforestation of a logged property to maintaining feeders for the birds Jon adored, Benson’s daily life became a sort of field guide for how to live with a deep and abiding commitment to the future of the planet despite challenging odds. Moving through the intensely personal and kindred terrain of love, recovery, and loss, An Armsfull of Birds is a climate memoir that tells the story of developing deeply held commitments to ourselves, to those we love, and ultimately to the ailing natural world.

One of the most celebrated works of modern literature, Animal Farm is George Orwell's satire on the Russian Revolution of 1917 and Stalin's subsequent rule. It tells the story of the animals of Manor Farm, as they rise up against the drunken farmer Mr Jones and the ensuing leadership battle between two pigs, Snowball and Napoleon. They set in motion their 'system of thought', Animalism, a clear play on Communism, with seven tenets including, 'All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.' This elegant pocket hardback edition has real collector's appeal, featuring the classic, unabridged text, a facsimile of Orwell's signature on the title page, silver gilded page edges and beautifully designed endpapers. Part of the Arcturus Ornate Classics series this book makes wonderful gift for any lover of classic literature. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.

THE NEW LUKE CARLTON THRILLER.MI6 operative Luke Carlton returns in his most exciting and unnervingly up-to-the-minute mission yet . . . Get ready for the new edge-of-your-seat spy thriller from the bestselling author. In the dying light of an Arctic afternoon a monstrous black shape slips beneath the waters of Murmansk bay. Murmansk in the Arctic Circle is where Russia's fleet of nuclear-powered submarines is based - and the Novorossiya is one of their navy's most advanced - and dangerous - vessels . . . Acting on information received from a high-ranking mole deep inside Russia's FSB, Britain's security services are convinced that the submarine is about to deploy a terrifying, game-changing device. As Europe goes into a state of high alert, MI6 operative Luke Carlton is sent into the hot zone that is the Finnish-Russian border. His mission to secure the safe extraction of this valuable MI6 asset and the intel he has in his possession - because it seems the West could be staring Armageddon in the face. It's then that things start to go devastatingly wrong . . . Breathlessly exciting, brilliantly authentic and unnervingly prescient, Ballistic is the new Luke Carlton thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author and journalist who has his finger on the pulse of 21st century geo-politics and knows where the dangerous flashpoints are likely to be . . . Praise for Frank Gardner's other Luke Carlton thrillers:‘Tensions rise to boiling point . . . Gardner cuts to the molten core of a modern flashpoint in an electric thriller.’ SUN ‘Fast, taught, tense, accurate. A terrific read.’ FREDERICK FORSYTH‘Thriller-writing of the highest order . . . Gardner steadily ratchets up the tension, peppering the narrative with nuggets of expertise.’ FINANCIAL TIMES‘Full of tomorrow’s headlines . . . this is intelligent, high-voltage storytelling of the very highest order.’ TONY PARSONS‘Confirms Frank Gardner’s place among the pantheon of distinguished reporters who have become excellent thriller writers, including Gerald Seymour and Frederick Forsyth . . . utterly authentic.’ DAILY MAIL‘Combines insider knowledge with heart-in-mouth excitement.’ i-NEWSPAPER‘Everything is impressive in this masterly account . . . exhilarating (if alarming) topicality.’ SUNDAY TIMES

Ru was a brave explorer who loved animals - big ones, small ones, sneaky ones, tall ones. She could speak to any wild creature, any, that is, except one: humans. She desperately wanted to talk to the other children, but it was too scary! So when Ru discovers a lonely hyena, she finally has a friend, but then disaster strikes and Ru must find help. Will she be able to overcome her fear?A funny, quirky and empowering prehistoric story about finding your own voice, from exciting debut author-illustrator, Ana Duna.

Co je dobré a co zlé? Dokážeme být dobří ve špatné době? Nebo v nás zlo probouzí temnotu? A kde hledáme útěchu v těžkých časech? Marek Orko Vácha se zamýšlí nad tím, jak se chováme v krizových situacích, zda umíme pomáhat, pokud jsme postavení tváří tvář katastrofám, jak dobře se spí vůdcům, kteří vyvolávají války, nebo co může udělat každý člověk pro to, aby byl svět lepším místem pro život. V sedmi částech knihy se postupně věnuje otázkám spojeným s altruismem, vírou a jejím postavením v současném světě, poslání lékařů nebo kvalitě každodenního soužití lidí různých národností i vyznání v době, která není pro nikoho jednoduchá. Když rozebírá vlastnosti dobra a zla, konstatuje: „Zlo bere samo sebe velmi vážně. Diktátoři nejsou vtipní, nemají smysl pro sebeironii, mají svoje velké myšlenky, pro které neváhají nechat zemřít miliony lidí. To naopak dobro je jiskřivé, kreativní, roztančené, citlivé.“

Házasságuk a férfi bosszúja. Isolde hercegnő a saját esküvője napját a halála napjának is tekinti. Egy évek óta tartó háború lezárásáért hozzá kell mennie a vámpírkirályhoz, Adrian Alekszandr Vasziljevhez, majd meg kell ölnie őt. De a merényletkísérlet kudarcot vall, és Adrian megfenyegeti, hogy ha Isolde újra próbálkozik, vámpírrá változtatja. Szembesülve azzal a lehetőséggel, hogy olyasvalamivé válhat, amit a legjobban gyűlöl, Isolde más módon próbál ellenszegülni a királynak, és túlélni a brutális vámpírudvart. Csakhogy nem az udvartól retteg leginkább, hanem Adriantól. A tagadhatatlan vonzalom ellenére Isolde azon töpreng, miért pont őt választotta a király – ez a vad, kegyetlen és könyörtelen férfi – hitveséül. A válasz darabokra zúzza a világát. Scarlett St. Clair új romantasytörténete tele veszéllyel, sötétséggel és kielégíthetetlen vágyódással. TikTok-szenzáció! #BookTok, #OlvassEgyJót Engedd, hogy magával ragadjon a mélysége! Szereted a fantáziadús, érzéki, tartalmas könyveket? Vidd haza nyugodtan, tetszeni fog! Fiatal nőknek, felső korhatár nélkül!

The sixth and final book in the million copy selling Gallagher Girls series set at an elite boarding school for spies. Perfect for fans of XO, Kitty.What is a Gallagher Girl? She''s a genius, a scientist, a heroine, a spy . . . a Gallagher Girl is whatever she wants to be.Cammie Morgan is about to take on her final and most dangerous mission at Gallagher Academy. Armed with the truth about why she''s being hunted by an ancient criminal organisation, Carrie and her friends must track down its elusive members to save their sisterhood - and the world. But will they survive to see graduation?

SHE INHERITED HIS FORTUNE.AND HIS SECRET SON...Isla Hanson has the perfect life: a big house in the suburbs and a doting, older husband, Jerry. Only one thing is missing - a baby.When Jerry dies suddenly, Isla''s world is torn apart. Especially when a young woman turns up at the funeral and claims that Jerry is her baby''s father.Isla is sure that her husband wouldn''t have betrayed her, but as she listens to Melanie''s story, she begins to doubt everything about the man she loved.And she soon realises the lengths she''ll go to keep the small child in her life...

Tiny ponies . . . big adventures!Poppy and Harper are best friends who share a magical secret - their tiny toy ponies can come to life! While the girls are away on a seaside holiday, they are suddenly whisked away to Pony Land, where they find the Friendship Ponies in trouble. Now nobody is getting along.Can Poppy and Harper restore the ponies'' friendship power?Beautiful black and white illustrations bring the magical ponies to life in these chapter books suitable for young readers aged 5 and up.