Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Michael Apted whose claim to fame until now has been the respected 7 UP documentary series directs this lavish costume drama whose heart is as big as its budget Though a marked departure Apted’s idealistic interests are well served by the story which is based on the true tale of the 18th-century British politician William Wilberforce (Ioan Gruffudd who played Horatio Hornblower in the HORNBLOWER series) Though as a young man Wilberforce is torn between politics & the church he is inspired to action by John Newton (Albert Finney) a penitent monk who is haunted by his past as a slave-ship captain Wilberforce makes it his mission to end slavery in the British Empire & aided by a small band of radical thinkers & unlikely supporters he annually presents a bill for abolition to Parliament When the war with France generates a patriotism in the people that makes opposition to slavery seem seditious Wilberforce becomes disillusioned & he retires to his cousin’s (Nicholas Farrell) house physically ill & emotionally destroyed by his perceived failure When he meets the beautiful & righteous Barbara Spooner (Romola Garai AS YOU LIKE IT) however he gains new determination to pursue his dream of abolition The talented cast

Includes:: Michael Gambon as Lord Fox an old gent who turns out to be more lucid than anyone would have guessed as well as Senegalese musician Youssou N’ Dour as Oloudaqh Equiano a regal former slave turned activist Terrence Malick (BADLANDS) who produced the film leaves his mark in the stunning visuals

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Ahoy there me hearties! Explore the exciting world of pirates & buccaneers
- who they were how they lived & their swashbuckling
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Documentary detailing the highs & lows of the career of British rock band The Who The film-makers speak with surviving band members Roger Daltrey & Pete Townshend who discuss the group&s origins & influences & how they have gone on to become rock legends in spite of the excesses & tragedies which have plagued them over the years ...

Buckle up & take off to learn all about flying! Amazing Aeroplanes follows the animal crew as they become pilots baggage handlers & air stewards Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love the check-in desks the flight-control tower the landing gear & much more! This book is perfect for budding pilots or happy holidaymakers! From aeroplanes to fire engines the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for preschoolers to learn about all sorts of vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle & the many jobs it can do Bright engaging artwork & simple rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series & reading about their fast-paced adventures! There is also a page at the back of each book that features an amazing annotated machine to teach kids all of the different vehicle parts The Amazing Machines series is celebrating its twentieth anniversary in 2017
- the perfect opportunity to introduce a whole new generation of mini machine-lovers to these fantastic books!
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Put your wellies on & get ready to learn all about diggers! Dazzling Diggers follows the animal team as they dig scoop shovel & shift Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love bulldozers caterpillar tracks cement & lots of mud! From aeroplanes to fire engines the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for preschoolers to learn about all sorts of vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle & the many jobs it can do Bright engaging artwork & simple rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series & reading about their fast-paced adventures! There is also a page at the back of each book that features an amazing annotated machine to teach kids all of the different vehicle parts The Amazing Machines series is celebrating its twentieth anniversary in 2017
- the perfect opportunity to introduce a whole new generation of mini machine-lovers to these fantastic books!
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Zoom down the street with some cool animal bikers in this cheerful picture book all about motorbikes Lively wordplay vibrant art plus a visual dictionary make this title a must have for bookshelves everywhere This book is filled with lively rhyming text by the award-winning poet Tony Mitton that perfectly complements Ant Parker's bold bright illustrations A picture dictionary identifying motorbike parts builds vocabulary & makes learning about motorbikes exciting & fun The Amazing Machines series is celebrating its twentieth anniversary in 2017
- the perfect opportunity to introduce a whole new generation of mini machine-lovers to these fantastic books!
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All aboard! Get ready to learn all about trains! Terrific Trains follows the animal crew as they become train drivers conductors & passengers as they journey on the rails Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love steam engines tunnels signalling systems & much more From aeroplanes to fire engines the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for preschoolers to learn about all sorts of vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle & the many jobs it can do Bright engaging artwork & simple rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series & reading about their fast-paced adventures! There is also a page at the back of each book that features an amazing annotated machine to teach kids all of the different vehicle parts The Amazing Machines series is celebrating its twentieth anniversary in 2017
- the perfect opportunity to introduce a whole new generation of mini machine-lovers to these fantastic books!
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Buckle up & start the engine to learn all about trucks! Tough Trucks follows the animal gang as they become truckers rubbish collectors & construction workers Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love the truck cabs semitrailers concrete mixers tankers & more! From aeroplanes to fire engines the internationally bestselling Amazing Machines series is the perfect way for preschoolers to learn about all sorts of vehicles! Each book introduces a new vehicle & the many jobs it can do Bright engaging artwork & simple rhyming text combine to make these fantastic books for young children Kids will love getting to know the friendly animal characters who feature throughout the series & reading about their fast-paced adventures! There is also a page at the back of each book that features an amazing annotated machine to teach kids all of the different vehicle parts The Amazing Machines series is celebrating its twentieth anniversary in 2017
- the perfect opportunity to introduce a whole new generation of mini machine-lovers to these fantastic books!
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Macrame is back with a fresh new style Claire Rougerie guides the reader through 9 lessons accompanied by easy step-by-step instructions & diagrams There are 29 original & colourful designs to make including jewellery bags accessories & various ideas for embellishing your outfits The designs are both chic & bohemian combining a retro sixties style with a more modern look ...

Malaysian food is incredible Its flavours & textures are dazzling Sitting between India & China the country has taken the best of both those food cultures & given them its own twist along with a healthy freshness From quick prawn noodles to the perfect coconut rice there's something for everyone in this comprehensive introduction to the newest trend in Asian cuisine Try an authentic satay a chilli sambal or a laksa all made with ingredients that can be bought in any supermarket From Aromatic Seafood Curry to the perfect Egg Fried Rice there are recipes for both special occasions & weeknight dinners Written by an award-winning Malaysian chef this is accessible authentic contemporary cooking at its very best ...