A spell-binding collection of short stories from Britain's best-loved children's author Michael Morpurgo Explore friendship love revenge life & death in the pages of From Hereabout Hill Included in this collection of short stories is a poignant tale about civil war where a young girl hides from enemy soldiers in a public toilet; a haunting story of a little girl swept out to sea while collecting cowrie shells; & the moving account of two brothers who over the years create a mental picture of their absent father Former Children's Laureate & award-winning author of War Horse Michael Morpurgo demonstrates why he is considered to be the master story-teller with this diverse collection of stories for children ...

February 1912 Harry Pennell & his Terra Nova shipmates brave storms & ice to bring supplies to Antarctica They hope to celebrate Captain Scott's conquest of the South Pole but are forced by ice to return north before Scott's party returns In New Zealand a reporter tells them that Roald Amundsen reached the Pole first Returning to Antarctica in early 1913 they learn that Scott's party reached the Pole but died on the ice shelf Back in Britain memorial services medal ceremonies weddings & resumed careers are abruptly interrupted by the First World War Fit & able men Scott's Antarctics' trade one adventure for another By 1919 Scott's Antarctics' have fought at Antwerp the Western Front Gallipoli in the Channel at Jutland & in Arctic Russia They serve on horseback in trenches on battleships & hospital ships in armoured cars & flimsy aircraft; their brothers-in-arms include a prime minister's son & poet Rupert Brooke As in Antarctica life is challenging & dangerous As on the ice not all survive Strathie's story of these remarkably talented adventurers is fascinating as is the evidence that many of these men remained in touch during the war although talk of the frozen continent gave way to their latest war adventures Her book is well written excellently illustrated & recommended to all those who want to know more about Scott's Antarctic survivors & their Great War Deeds
- Stephen Chambers Gallipoli Magazine 2016
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From Information Literacy to Social Epistemology Insights from Psychology focuses on information & the ways in which information literacy relates to critical thinking in education the workplace & in our social life The broad context for our interest is the development in internet technologies often characterised by terms like the digital age' leading to questions of digital participation digital divides & the role of thinking in the information society In short to what extent is the digital age' engendering changes in learning directed towards the better use of information & in addition encouraging or even requiring improvements in critical thinking? ...

Once experienced intuitively by early gnostic thinkers knowledge of the cosmic significance of Christ & his mission has faded over the centuries As theologians & historians of the Church critically scrutinized the Gospel records their focus shifted from Christ to the human figure of Jesus of Nazareth Today many are beginning a new search for an understanding of the life death & resurrection of Christ & its meaning for their lives In these enlightening lectures Rudolf Steiner shows how 'the Mystery of Golgotha' can be seen as the pivotal event of human history The Gospels themselves he says are 'initiation documents' that can guide us on a path of spiritual development Steiner demonstrates how manifold spiritual entities are involved in the events of Palestine which took place 2000 years ago & explains problematic aspects of Christian theology such as the resurrection of the physical body His emphasis throughout is on highlighting the esoteric path to Christ & he encourages us to awaken to the new revelation manifesting in our time Christ as the ' Lord of Karma' This edition contains the public talk given prior to the beginning of the course ...

This book traces the lives of Malayalees in Singapore through their memories & experiences of moving from Kerala to Singapore & how their families subsequently built their lives here slowly sinking their roots & becoming Singapore Malayalees From Kerala to Singapore is the result of rigorous research into the relatively little-known Singapore Malayalees & provides a comprehensive insight into a rich & fascinating community that has made a rich contribution to the country This book gathers together an academic account of migration more than 100 personal narratives
- which are complemented by specially commissioned photo portraits & personal family memorabilia
- & dozens of meticulously researched family trees The ambition of this book is unmatched; never before has there been a study of the Singapore Malayalees
- or indeed any ethnic community in Singapore
- that simultaneously comprises academic research oral testimonies portrait photography personal memorabilia & genealogical study



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Children will be utterly absorbed by this journey through the history of architecture from the earliest mud huts to today's soaring towers Chronologically arranged this large-format book gives each iconic building its own double-page spread featuring an exquisite watercolour illustration & clearly written descriptions facts & features These vibrantly detailed pages are filled with people animals & other objects that help bring the buildings to life A detailed appendix

Includes:: a timeline a world map that points out where each building can be found & an extensive glossary Children will enjoy poring over this book
- & will come away with a fundamental understanding of not only the most common architectural terms but of how the built world has evolved marvellously over time


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The fifth edition of From Neuron & Brain has been thoroughly rewritten with new chapters added to provide a readable up-to-date book for use in undergraduate graduate & medical school courses in neuroscience As in previous editions the emphasis is on experiments made by electrical recordings molecular & cellular biological techniques & behavioral studies on the nervous system from simple reflexes to cognitive functions Lines of research are followed from the inception of an idea to new findings being made in laboratories & clinics today A major change is that this edition begins with the anatomy & physiology of the visual system from light receptors in the retina to the perception of images This allows the reader to appreciate right away how nerve cells act as the building blocks for perception Detailed mechanisms of signaling are then described in later chapters ...

This is the story of Burnley Football Club's remarkable recovery from the brink of oblivion made without the help of ultra-rich benefactors It concerns the fall & rise of a small-town club once renowned for its advanced playing style tactical & coaching innovations & flourishing youth policy From Orient to the Emirates tells how this former leading club was brought to its knees during the mid-80s by adverse economic circumstances & imprudent management how it narrowly escaped relegation to the Vauxhall Conference in 1987
- & with it probable liquidation
- to once again become a force at the top of English football The story is largely told in the words of those who took part in this incredible 30-year journey
- the directors managers players support staff & supporters It is an uplifting account of success achieved very much against the odds founded on indomitable spirit canny planning & above all hard graft As Burnley's brilliant manager Sean Dyche puts it " Maximum effort is the minimum requirement"


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A personal aide to US Ambassador in France James Reece has an enviable life in Paris & a beautiful French girlfriend but his real passion is his side job as a low-level operative for the CIA All James wants is to become a bona fide agent & see some real action When he&s offered his first senior-level assignment he can&t believe his good luck
- until he meets his new partner special agent Charlie Wax (John Travolta) Special features Making of documentary Music video Interviews with John Travolta director Pierre Morel stunt coordinator Michel Julienne Actors John Travolta Jonathan Rhys Meyers Kasia Smutniak Amber Rose Revah Melissa Mars Richard Durden Farid Elouardi & Chems Dahmani Director Pierre Morel Certificate 15 years & over Year 2010 Screen Widescreen 2401 Languages English
- Dolby True HD 51 Subtitles English for the hearing impaired Duration 1 hour & 32 minutes (approx)

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A personal aide to US Ambassador in France James Reece has an enviable life in Paris & a beautiful French girlfriend but his real passion is his side job as a low-level operative for the CIA All James wants is to become a bona fide agent & see some real action When he&s offered his first senior-level assignment he can&t believe his good luck
- until he meets his new partner special agent Charlie Wax (John Travolta) Actors John Travolta Jonathan Rhys Meyers Kasia Smutniak Amber Rose Revah Melissa Mars Richard Durden Farid Elouardi & Chems Dahmani Director Pierre Morel Certificate 15 years & over Year 2010 Screen Widescreen 169 Anamorphic Languages English
- Dolby Digital (51) Subtitles English Duration 1 hour & 32 minutes (approx) Region Region 2
- Will only play on European Region 2 or multi-region DVD players


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