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<p><b>A retelling of <i>Star Wars</i> Episode V: <i>The Empire Strikes Back</i> featuring stunning development art from the original Lucasfilm concept artists.</b><br><br>Relive the excitement of the cinematic classic <i>The Empire Strikes Back. </i>The thrilling tale follows the story of the battle between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance, as Luke Skywalker masters the Force to take on Darth Vader.<br><br>Enjoy the hit movie through this all-ages retelling accompanied by concept art from the original artists. Alongside the art, fascinating facts about each piece give an insight into the design process behind iconic characters and settings like Yoda and Cloud City.</p>

<p><b>The two opposing political figures that shaped Irish life in the 1980s and beyond.</b><br><br>In the 1980s, Irish politics was dominated by a fierce rivalry between Charles J. Haughey and Dr Garret FitzGerald, both leaders of their respective parties, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. Between them they each led all Irish governments in that decade; to say their two opposing personalities shaped Irish life during this era is an understatement.<br><br>Eoin O'Malley has amassed an extraordinary body of research, including in-depth interviews with dozens of the most consequential public figures of the time, every Taoiseach, cabinet ministers, TDs, civil servants, and advisers.<br><br>As political rivals with different approaches to public life and contrasting visions for Ireland, each enshrined in quite different personalities, the choice between Haughey and FitzGerald came to signify a great deal more than party loyalty or policy preference: it felt like a choice between opposing worldviews. And, as O'Malley's work finally makes clear through an accumulation of extraordinary insights, including interviews with Haughey and FitzGerald themselves, it was fed by a deep reservoir of personal insecurity and paranoia. Each was deeply preoccupied - obsessed even - with the strengths, appeal and threats of the other, to the extent that this rivalry itself became one of the decisive factors in Irish life that shaped Ireland well after they had left power.</p>

<p><b>This book tells the stories of some great GAA locations and the people linked with them.</b><br><br>It includes obvious places like Croke Park, the Polo Grounds, Hayes's Hotel, Biddy Early's lake, the family, to less obvious places like, Fiji, East Belfast, Ellis Island, and an internment camp in Wales.<br><br>We also visit the club: the unbroken chain in the GAA's ageless passing of wisdom before taking a bypass on the Boulevard of Broken Dreams to a barber's shop and a car park.<br><br>Full of compelling revelations such as for the first time Jack Lynch's startling admission in his final interview of the big regret of his career; the GAA's first miracle; why Kevin Heffernan lost his temper with Bernard Brogan; why Liam Griffin was told he would become a laughing stock; the story of Limerick's gate-crasher and the day Seán Purcell rose from the dead.</p>

AN POST IRISH BOOK AWARDS WINNER 2024'A riveting and important read, forensically documenting the state's failings while also relating the traumatic human fallout for a whole community for whom life would never be the same again' - Mick Clifford'Meticulously compiled and unflinching yet sensitive, [this is] an exceptional record of a story that should never have happened' - Irish Independent'A gripping page-turner, deftly balancing information, analysis and human story[and] offers a single location where we can go to get our heads around one of the worst disasters in recent Irish history' - The Irish TimesIn 1981, the Stardust nightclub in Dublin was a beacon for the city's nightlife - until it became a nightmare. On that fateful Valentine's Day the dance floor became a scene of horror, as flames engulfed the venue, claiming the lives of 48 young people and leaving the survivors scarred forever. In this gripping account the harrowing true story is revealed, citing new evidence brought forward during recent inquests in the relentless pursuit of justice. Through the eyes of the survivors, the families and investigators, compiled with meticulous research and compassionate portrayals of their voices, this poignant book honours the memories of those who were lost, while shedding light on the tragedy that still shocks the nation to this day.

<p><b>Immerse yourself in an ocean of great literature.</b> Gasp at the cold with <b>Amy Liptrot</b>. Be transfixed by <b>Iris Murdoch's</b> monster rising from the waves. Learn how to swim like the frogs with <b>John Muir</b>. <b>Come on, dive in.</b><br><br><b>A selection of joyful, immersive and life-affirming writing about wild swimming. </b><br><br>From gentle dips in calm waters to fights for survival in stormy seas. From the erotic charge of a streamlined body to moments of revelation amidst the waves . . . <i>Take Me to the River</i> is an anthology not just of wild swimming writing, but of stories of how a jump into deep waters can change us.<br><br>Open water swimming plays a pivotal role in many great narratives, taking us on an immersive journey, from Homer's Odyssey to contemporary poetry and memoirs. There is adventure here and aquatic playfulness. Grief and anguish, too; heartbreaks displaced and healed by watery spaces. Love and desire spark between characters at the edge of the water, as does freedom from constraint and the glorious energy of possibility and hope.<br><br><b><i>Take Me to the River </i>entices with a dip into the deep sea of words. Slide in. </b></p>

The brand new Christmas murder mystery from the author of The Twelve Days of Murder. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Alexandra Benedict and Janice Hallett's The Christmas Appeal. Christmas shopping can be murder. It's Christmas Eve at the Emporium, a bespoke gift shop hidden in the depths of London's winding streets, where a select few shoppers are browsing its handcrafted delights. But when they go to leave, they find the doors are locked and it isn't long before they realise this is no innocent mix-up. The shoppers have been trapped here by someone who knows their darkest secrets, who will stop at nothing until they have all been unwrapped - and there is a gruesome gift waiting in Santa's grotto . . . For those that survive the night, it will be a Christmas to remember.

<p><b>FOREWORD BY TOM HARDY</b><br><br><i>I fight not just for myself, but for the Gracies...</i><br> In the heat of the moment, how do you control your emotions and master your thinking?<br>How do you suffer through hardship and grow through failure?<br>How do you develop quiet inner grace?<br><br><br><b>Ten-time Brazilian jiu-jitsu World Champion and former MMA World Champion, Roger Gracie is a martial arts legend </b><b>and widely considered to be the greatest practitioner of Brazilian jiu-jitsu of all time.</b><br><br> His grandfather, the great Carlos Gracie, was the architect of modern day Brazilian jiu-jitsu and for Roger, growing up in the famous Gracie family, every conversation seemed to be about fighting.<br><br> Within this family of supermen, this self-contained, once chubby kid promised little; in fact, nobody expected Roger to be the warrior he'd later become. But once he had made up his mind as a teenager to become the greatest, Roger's star was firmly aligned with his purpose. Over time, he gradually became unstoppable, both in his thirst for jiu-jitsu knowledge and in his single-mindedness to reach mastery, just as his grandfather had done before him.<br><br> For the first time, in <i>The Warrior Mindset</i>, Gracie shares secrets and lessons from a career of fighting at the highest level. Going far beyond the mat, this hard-won wisdom is applicable to everyone from any background and in any walk of life who longs to find strength, courage, health, and peace.</p>

<p><b>Unleash your inner artist with Stitch!</b><br><br>Relax and unwind as you journey to the sunny shores of Kaua'i, Hawaii with this intricate colour by numbers book. Featuring over 70 detailed images from the 2002 classic film <i>Lilo & Stitch</i>, fans will love reliving iconic scenes and favourite moments, from Stitch's galactic escape to finding his 'ohana with Lilo and Nani. <br><br>Grab your favourite pens or pencils and bring Stitch's tropical Hawaiian home to life. With an easy-to-follow colour key, creating your own masterpieces has never been easier.</p>

<p><b>A wonderful translation into Scots Language of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's Jonty Gentoo.<br></b><br>Are ye aw set for a <b>pole-tae-pole adventure?</b><br><br><b>Jocky</b>, a gallus wee <b>gentoo penguin</b>, is awa for the jaunt o a lifetime. But shairly he'll no can hoddle aw the wey tae <b>Antarctica</b>?<br><br><i>Jocky Gentoo: The Adventures o a Penguin</i> is the fabulous new book from superstar author and illustrator Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, translated into Scots by James Robertson.<br><br>Cheer Jonty on as he finally finds his way, in this captivating story of bravery, friendship, and finding your place in the world.<br><br>Following the huge success of titles such as <i>The Gruffalo</i>, <i>Room on the Broom</i> and <i>Stick Mannie</i> in their Scots language versions, <i>Jocky Gentoo</i> is sure to be another big hit with Scottish mums, dads and bairns.</p>

From the bestselling author of THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ comes a heartbreaking contemporary novel of a dying teenager's final wish, a lonely young man's journey towards connection, and the unexpected friendship they find together. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Jodi Picoult, and John Green. Jesse is 15. She loves her friends, her little brother and her parents - even when they're arguing, which feels like constantly these days. But most of all, she loves playing video games. Even from her hospital bed. Alex is 29. He doesn't love a lot of things. To be honest, he's not really sure he knows how to. His desk at work, as VR games designer, is empty, much like his life feels sometimes. Then Jesse makes a wish. A simple one: a video experience made of her life, something to be there, just in case she isn't. One loving teenager. One lonely adult. Which one will get the happy ending? Heather Morris is an international no.1 bestseller and has sold over 18 million copies worldwide. This brand-new novel is a fresh direction for her but speaks to all the themes that you know and love her for: hope in the darkest of places, family, love and courage.

<p><b>'Candid and compelling, blazes onto the page with life and hope' Emilie Pine, author of <i>Notes to Self</i></b><br><b><br>'Moving and insightful' - Rosanna Davison</b><br><b><br>Remarkably honest, brutally heroic and darkly humorous memoir following a devastating diagnosis of early onset Parkinson's disease.</b><br><i><br>Twitch</i> is a frank and funny memoir about picking up the pieces when personal tragedy hits. In 2021, <i>Irish Examiner</i> columnist, stylist, author and podcaster Annmarie O'Connor was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease, an incurable neurodegenerative condition broadly affecting movement and mental health. Though she is no longer working as a stylist as part of her career due to Parkinson's complications, <i>Twitch </i>outlines her journey from a life-altering diagnosis to becoming an activist and agent of change.</p>

We all know the same ghosts: it's simply a question of how doggedly they haunt us. Part-chilling tale, part-memoir, part-cultural exploration, Haunted: Ghost Stories and Their Afterlives takes us through some of the most chilling and enduring ghost stories, and discusses what they reveal about the listener, the teller and the times we live in. E. Jay Gilbert has been collecting tales of the supernatural from her local area (a small village outside of Newcastle) for years and what surprised her most is how universal those are: not only in terms of recurring spectres that haunt us the world over (I'm looking at you, White Ladies), but also how similar our experience of ghost-telling is, wherever we grew up. The result is a book which explores more widely the ghosts of the British Isles and how they have endured and changed through the ages: how they reflect the communities in which they originate, and how they are similar to and different from similar stories from across the world. Haunted doesn't just thrill with the tales of the inexplicable, but also asks why are we so fascinated by ghost stories and what do they tell us about the community and people who cultivate them. Why are some tropes universal, while others are very much unique to the place they haunt? Do we actually care about the identity of the ghost? Or are we more concerned about how the alleged sighting made us feel? Aimed at both believers and sceptics, it's not only for those who are looking to be frightened a little, but also for those interested in the psychology and history of the long tradition of supernatural storytelling. Absolutely irresistible, a fascinating account of the stories we tell ourselves and the ghosts we keep close - Amanda Mason A delightfully personal adventure into the paranormal worlds of these isles - seeking all sorts of spectres from banshee to black dogs. - Dr James Canton

<p><b>Composer and broadcaster Jack Pepper introduces the world of classical music - and its colourful characters - as you've never seen it before... LET'S ROCK!</b><br><br>Take a tour of musical history, and learn your timbre from your tempo, your tuba from your cello and your symphony from your concerto. Rub shoulders with 20 great composers - including child prodigy Mozart, pioneering musician Florence Price and film score composer Hans Zimmer - and find out what it really takes to write a timeless classical hit!<br><br>Listen as you read, using the playlist inside, with over 40 classical pieces covering 1,000 years of music. The story doesn't stop here, as Classical continues to influence music today and future sounds. <br><br>Informal, funny and written with infectious enthusiasm, this book is sure to inspire the budding composer in every reader and open up this dazzling world of music to new fans.</p>

<p><b>Revisit Shea Ernshaw's thrilling <i>New York Times </i>bestseller companion to Disney Tim Burton's <i>The Nightmare Before Christmas </i>with this official graphic novel adaptation.</b><br><br>Jack and Sally are truly meant to be... or are they? Newly crowned, Sally is thrown into the role of Queen of Halloween Town. Cast into the spotlight and tasked with royal duties, Sally can't help but wonder if all she's done is swap her captivity under Dr. Finkelstein for a new cage.<br><br>When Sally and Zero accidentally uncover a long-hidden doorway to an ancient realm called Dream Town, she unknowingly sets a chain of sinister events in motion, putting herself, and the future of Halloween Town, in jeopardy. Can Sally discover how to be true to herself and save Halloween Town, or will her future turn into her worst nightmare?<br><br>With text adapted by Liz Marsham, and artwork by Alessio Petillo and Ismael Canales.</p>

<p>A fun-filled Disney Tim Burton's <i>The Nightmare Before Christmas</i> search and find adventure!<br><br>Can you spot THE PUMPKIN KING in this official Disney activity book?<br><br>Where's Jack Skellington? Seek out the Pumpkin King, the hero of the classic Disney Tim Burton's <i>The Nightmare Before Christmas,</i> across intricately-decorated scenes from Halloween Town to Christmas Town. Along the way you'll meet friends and foes like Sally, Santa Claus, and the villainous Oogie Boogie, plus many more hidden characters to spot.<br><br>Also available: <i>Where's Mickey?</i>, <i>Where's Minnie?</i>, <i>Where's Spidey?</i>,<i> Where's Spidey 2?</i>,<i> Where's Olaf?</i>,<i> Where's Bruno?</i>,<i> Where's Grogu?</i>,<i> Where's the Wookie?</i>,<i> Where's Groot?</i>,<i> Disney Princess Magical Worlds Search and Find Activity Book, Where's Stitch?</i></p>

<p><b>Fawning is the vital, newly-discovered topic in psychology. You've heard of fight, flight and freeze - but fawning might be the most common trauma response of all. Learn how to work through it and find freedom with the leading expert, Dr. Ingrid Clayton.</b><br><br>Do you avoid conflict? <br>Do you tend to take the blame? <br>Do you take care of others at the expense of yourself? <br>Do you live in a state of hypervigilance?<br><br> Fawning can present as being <i>more </i>of who someone is: smart, generous, successful, funny, or beautiful, while for others it's about being <i>less</i>: vocal, ethnic, creative, self-assured or boundaried. Fawning can be visible or invisible; it can manifest in our relationships to sex or money, or in the tendency to 'people-please'; but one thing remains constant: it is about finding safety in an unsafe world, often at our own expense.<br><br>Fawning expert and clinical psychologist Dr. Ingrid Clayton is here to bring clarity and support. The first book by a practitioner with years of experience, <i>Fawning </i>will shine a light on this under-represented but crucial piece of the trauma puzzle. Drawing on twenty years of clinical psychology work, as well as a lifetime of insight as a recovering fawner herself, this groundbreaking book brings this emerging concept into the mainstream conversation. Readers will learn WHY we fawn, HOW to recognize the signs of fawning and WHAT we can do to successfully 'unfawn', using Clayton's invaluable tools and resources to find meaningful, reciprocal connections - and finally be ourselves.</p>