The influence of the 80s is everywhere at the moment, with many who were young during that era now re-living their childhood. This quiz-style book brings back plenty of memories. Presented as a list of questions (divided into sections) covering television, music & other popular culture & affairs of the time. Answers are in the back. What was Bruce Willis' character called in Moonlighting? How many Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were there? & which soft drink was 'too orangey for crows?' Compulsive entertainment. ...

Kick the ' Blitz spirit' to the kerb & revel in a glorious, mean-spirited grump! This book is filled with philosophical"es, quips & observations from famous minds of the recent & ancient past, selected with a view to their succinctness & brevity so a few can be plucked from the pages at times of need. Sod Calm & Get Angry delights in topics rich for grumbling including politics, work & civilisation, with wisdom from wordy greats such as Abraham Lincoln, Bertrand Russell & Churchill. Every bookshelf needs a copy, for there will always be times when you'll find a satisfying message to add a little grist to the mill of your current gripe. ...

The ingenious Airship is a huge eight metre long sleeve made from a thin black plastic film (like the stuff bin liners are made of) & is simply filled with air when you are ready to fly. To describe the Airship as solar powered is technically true although perhaps a bit misleading. There are no solar panels but it presumably works by absorbing heat from the sun through the black skin, heating the air inside which makes the Airship rise. It is incredible to have something so big hovering up to 50 metres above you, & even possibly slightly unnerving, but as it weighs next to nothing it is completely harmless. Easily repairable if damaged, & re-useable. Excellent entertainment value. Does not require Helium! ...

Often referred to as a 'solar windmill', this fascinating scientific curiosity was invented by the English chemist Sir William Crookes in 1873. When exposed to 'radiant light' such as sunlight or an incandescent light bulb the paddles inside will spin; the hotter the light, the faster they go! This all happens due to pressure imbalances created within the perfect vacuum of the glass bulb. Even if the science is a bit beyond you, it is a truly beguiling marvel to sit on a sunny windowsill & observe. ...

A cute little soldier egg cup to hold a boiled egg
- & where he would normally hold a rifle, he is holding a spoon ready for use.
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Originally on our screens in the 50s Sooty was soon joined by Sweep to entertain the nation for over 60 years, making theirs the longest running children's programme in the UK. Well-made & delightfully plush, these hand puppets are some of the nicest we have seen. They are a very good likeness to the cheeky originals from the popular TV series & will be appreciated by parents & their children. ...

We love our Sound Asleep Pillow so much, when we saw this all-encompassing blanket version we just had to share it with you! When the weather turns chilly listen to your favourite music in snuggly comfort: this soft, luxury fleece blanket features a hooded section within which are secured a pair of speakers. A discreet wire leads to a 3.5mm stereo plug that can be plugged into your mp 3 player or smart phone, providing your favourite tunes (and maybe a little snooze). Compatible with laptops, you can even indulge in some gaming
- or work, if you must
- without disturbing your significant other & staying warm. The anti-pill fleece won't go bobbly when washed & you also get a tote bag made from the same material so you can take it on the train, plane or to your mates.

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Soothe yourself to sleep with this amazing invention! The special pillow has a built in speaker (which can't be felt through the pillow) to connect (via a 3.5mm jack) to any music source such as Ipod, mp 3 player, CD player etc. The volume can then be adjusted so the snoozing music lover can listen to their favourite lullabies without disturbing anyone sleeping, even right next to them, & with no need for headphones. You'll wonder how you ever managed without it! The Sound Asleep pillow could potentially help insomniacs or act as an alarm clock that doesn't wake sleeping partners. (Music device not included). ...

The Sound Machine is a terrific little gadget which is small enough to fit in a pocket & produces lots of fantastic sound effects. Produce canned laughter at the push of a button for those after joke moments when timing really is everything. Or maybe someone has a special talent which deserves a drum roll? Sounds include a belch, breaking glass, a cash register, wolf whistle, & many more. Whatever the occasion there is an opportunity to enrich it with the miracle of sound! Many a dull meeting can be enhanced at the touch of a button & we suspect it will appeal to all sorts of practical jokers. ...

Perfect for defending against aliens! Arcade-style sirens & flashing lights accompany intergalactic shooting noises in this futuristic special effects gun. In silky rubber-coated plastic it is a joy to hold & will give rise to many imaginary space battles
- perfect for defending the mother ship against alien craft & crime fighting in the Milky Way.
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