A chance conversation with her greengrocer about the portrayal of India in the media inspired journalist Justine Hardy to leave London &, following in the footsteps of Rudyard Kipling, spend a year working at The Indian Express in New Delhi. Her new life
- with a quirky landlord who turns out to be a former Rajput prince
- takes her all over India, from polo matches & the manicured lawns of Assam tea gardens to city slums in Delhi, stumbling across terrorist sentiments, exploring the HIV problem & having an inspiring encounter with the Dalai Lama.

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Lord Copper, newspaper magnate & proprietor of the Daily Beast, has always prided himself on his intuitive flair for spotting ace reporters. That is not to say he has not made the odd blunder, however, & may in a moment of weakness make another. Acting on a dinner-party tip from Mrs Algernon Smith, he feels convinced that he has hit on just the chap to cover a promising little war in the African Republic of Ishmaelia. One of Waugh`s most exuberant comedies, Scoop is a brilliantly irreverentsatire of Fleet Street & its hectic pursuit of hot news. ...

Thomas was sure that escape from the maze meant he & the Gladers would get their lives back. But no one knew what sort of life they were going back to. The earth is a wastel&. Government & order have disintegrated & now Cranks, people driven to murderous insanity by the infectious disease known as the Flare, roam the crumbling cities hunting for their next victim.. .and meal. Thomas can only wonder
- does he hold the secret of freedom somewhere in his mind? Or will he forever be at the mercy of WICKED? Thepulse-pounding sequel to The Maze Runner.
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` He`s 100% political herpes. Back in six months whatever you do. Or three days, like last time.` Camilla Long on Nigel Farage` You`re as ugly as a salad.` Bulgarian insult`I`m going to beat him so bad he`ll need a shoehorn to put his hat on.` Muhammed Ali There`s no pleasure like a perfectly turned put-down (when it`s directed at somebody else, of course) but Matthew Parris`s Scorn is sharply different from the standard collections. Here are the funniest, sharpest, rudest & most devastating insults in history, from ancient Roman graffiti to the battlefields of Twitter. Drawing on bile from such masters as Dorothy Parker, Elizabeth I, Donald Trump, Groucho Marx, Princess Anne, Winston Churchill, Nigel Farage, Mae West & Alastair Campbell
- which form an exchange between voices down the ages
- Scorn shows that abuse can be an art form. This collection

Includes:: extended literary invective as well as short verbal shin-kicks. Encompassing literature, art, politics, showbiz, marriage, gender, nationality & religion, Matthew Parris`s sublime collection is the perfect companion for the festive season, whether you`re searching for the perfect elegant riposte, the rudest polite letter ever written, or a brutal verbal sledgehammer.



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The Gaelic word for whisky is Uisge beatha, translated literally as ”water of life.” That is as a good a starting place as any to enjoy whisky, as a connoisseur, taster or just an occasional tippler. This beautifully produced volume, The Story of Scotch Whisky goes on an incredible journey around Scotland & back in time too. Written by a Scotsman who considers it a blessing to grow up with Scotch whisky, you will learn about the history of whisky distillation, the famous men whose passion can be found in their special malts, & take tours of the main whisky regions, including the Western Isles, Speyside, Highlands, Lowlands, & Campbeltown, visiting some of the greatest names in the production of Scotch, The Glenlivet, Ardbeg, Glenmorangie, Balvenie, Talisker
- other brands (more than 100 of them) are available. Written with a passion & love for the subject The Story of Scotch Whisky is complemented by stunning photographs, maps & artworks. It make this superb book a unique insight into Scotch whisky, one of the world`s most loved drinks.
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Scotland in the Blue Guides series focuses primarily on cultural tourism for the visitor who wishes to understand more of what they might see &, as such, the title provides thorough & objective reference information covering art, history & architecture. The guide features illustrations aimed to inform rather than just decorate, such as maps, diagrams, floor plans, architectural details & photographs. Cross referenced indexing means information is accessible & layout navigable. Selective listings of restaurants & accommodation are chosen in the belief that good, practical recommendations will contribute to the enjoyment of good art & culture. ...

Scotland on a double-sided map at 1:300, 000 in a series of nine road maps from the AA, with particularly clear presentation of the road network, including speed cameras, & places of interest shown on a plain, unobtrusive base. Street plans of main towns highlight parking facilities.AA's regional road maps are characterised by their plain white base designed to provide an unobtrusive background for the road network & the names of towns & villages. Colouring is used only to show national parks & forest parks. Rivers & lakes are included, but other topographic information is limited to names of selected mountain ranges, peaks & valleys, plus spot heights. Steep roads have gradient signs. As expected from the AA, the road network is shown with considerable attention given to different types of junctions & interchanges. Primary route destinations are highlighted & detailed information is provided on locations of speed cameras indicating speed limits. Services areas, tolls, etc., are marked & driving distance are given on A & selected B roads. Railway lines are shown with stations & ferry routes are included. The plain base also provides a clear background for a very wide range of symbols highlighting and/or naming numerous places of interest, including National Trust or English Heritage sites & their equivalents in Scotland & Wales, sport & recreational facilities, caravan & campsites, etc. The maps have the British national grid lines. In this title: the index is divided between the two sides of the map. Unlike in the remaining titles in this series, the city centre plans of Glasgow & Edinburgh indicating main traffic arteries, one way streets & parking facilities are not indexed. The current edition of this map was published in 2011. ...

Scotland in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Scotland in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Scotland at 1:400, 000 on an indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant road map published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project. The map is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet. Scotland is divided north/south with a good overlap between the sides. Coverage extends south beyond Newcastle & Carlisle. On the northern side of the map the Orkney group is presented with the mainland but without its northernmost islands. A separate inset shows the Shetland Islands. Light altitude colouring provides a good presentation of the country topography, with names of mountain ranges, glens, peaks, etc. National parks are highlighted. Road network indicates narrow main & secondary roads with passing places. No driving distances or primary route destinations are marked & road colouring differs from what has now become the standard way of presenting Britain ...