Britain A3 spiral bound 2012 road atlas from AA, with road maps of Engl&, Wales & Scotland at 2.52 miles to 1 inch (1:160, 000), Channel Islands at 1:113, 000, Isle of Man at 1:200, 000 & the Scottish Islands at 1:696, 000 & 1:725, 000. There are also urban area maps at larger scales, & 55 detailed town centre street plans. Cartography shows all motorways & major roads, with clear indication of carriageway type, minor roads & road distances are shown in miles. Fixed speed camera sites with roads covered by average-speed cameras are clearly highlighted. Railway lines & stops are marked, as are airports. Points of interest such as historical landmarks, tourist sites, sports facilities & camp sites are clearly indicated; administrative boundaries are marked. Spot heights show topography. The atlas offers plenty of information to the motorist & the tourist. The route planning section provides a route planner map with a handy distance calculator chart, an index of tourist sites with satnav friendly postcodes & caravan & camping sites listing. Reference maps show ferry connections to France in the English Channel & ferries to Ireland & the Isle of Man with enlargements of the various ferry terminals & contacts information. The M25 & M6 are shown in greater details naming & numbering the different junctions, other motorway information on restricted junctions & service stations are supplied. ...

From painter & popular naturalist Richard Ellis, America`s foremost illustrator & chronicler of undersea life, comes ” Big Fish”, a unique guide to the natural history of swordfish, tuna, marlins, sharks & all other marine life larger than the average adult human. For eons, these fascinating animals have captivated our collective imagination & for good reason: they form an essential part of our global food supply, they remain the largest known animals in the sea (with the exception of mammals), & they dominate central touchstones in mythology, religion, literature, & popular culture
- from Jonah to Jaws. Blending natural history, art & science with historical, cultural & personal lore, Ellis describes the evolution & behaviour of these giants of the sea, weaving in anecdotes, archival images & photos related to legendary catches & discoveries. Along the way we meet big-game fisherman like Ernest Hemingway & Zane Grey. We also meet all manner of tuna
- from bluefin & yellowfin to albacore & bigeye; marlins
- from black, blue & stripped, to spearfish; &, sharks
- from the long-extinct Megamouth to the tiger shark to the frightful & fascinating Great White. Perfect for all those enchanted by the mysteries of the deep, ” Big Fish” illuminates natural history with wit, charm, artistry & humor.



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** A MAJOR TIM BURTON FILM starring Ewan Mcgregor & Jessica Lange ** ** COMING SOON AS A MUSICAL starring Kelsey Grammer ** Do you ever really know your father? Like many sons, William Bloom never really knew his father. Edward told him stories too incredible to believe about his exploits as a younger man, but any attempt to find out serious truths have been met with laughter & brush-offs. & that never mattered. But now Edward is dying, suddenly it matters a great deal. So William sets out to tell his father`s story, as he imagines it. He tames a giant, is dragged by an enormous fish through a lake & escapes a purgatory of lost dreams. Through legends & myths, William makes Edward into a true Big Fish. The much beloved book by Daniel Wallace is soon to be a Christmas musical at The Other Palace in London. Praise for Big Fish: ` Daniel Wallace has created a jewel in Big Fish` Winston Groom, author of Forrest Gump ` Both comic & poignant` New York Times ` An audacious, highly original debut novel... An imaginative, & moving, record of a son`s love for a charming, unknowable father` Kirkus Reviews ` Refreshing, original... Wallace mixes the mundane & the mythical. His chapters have the transformative quality of fable & fairy tale` Publishers Weekly, starred review ...

In an acclaimed account of the terrifying figure said to haunt the desolate passes & summit of Britain`s second highest mountain, this book takes on one of Scotland`s most chilling unsolved mysteries. Throughout the years, countless climbers have either seen or sensed the presence of some extraordinary being in the misty wilderness of Ben Mac Dhui. This book explores the evidence & also looks at similar stories from around the world to try & make sense of this bizarre phenomenon. ...

When American mayors start a campaign to ban handguns, Otis Cogsworth, CEO of Cogsworth International Arms worries about the effects on his company. He convinces an Arkansas congressman to introduce the ` American Freedom from Fear Act`: a law mandating that every American must own a gun. In tiny rural Asabogue, Mayor Lois Leibowitz passes an ordinance to ban firearms. But Otis Cogsworth`s holiday mansion sits nearby. Otis orchestrates a recall election against Lois. Asabogue resident Jack Steele, a has-been action star not unlike Steven Seagal, runs against her & brings in the heavy artillery of American politics. Thousands of pro-gun militants armed to the teeth, & their opponents, descend on Asabogue. The village becomes a war zone. Meanwhile, Washington politicians & a cowardly President are caught between a mighty gun lobby & the absurdity of every American man, woman & child carrying a gun. What ensues is a hilarious indictment of American politics, whose author knows from bitter experience how sensible laws almost never get passed by Congress. ...

Big Ideas in Brief provides an accessible & easily understood tour of 200 key concepts that really matter. The ideas covered come from a wide range of subjects
- Philosophy, Religion, Science, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology & the Arts. A series of short & lively articles accompanied by 100 illustrations, introduce a host of diverse topics, from Existentialism to Expressionism, from Consciousness to Constitutionalism, from Feminism to Free Trade, from Class to Cognitive Theory, from Reincarnation to Relativity
- all explained simply & clearly. Incredibly quick
- clear artworks & simple explanations that can be easily remembered. Based on scientific research that the brain best absorbs information visually. Compact & portable format
- the ideal, handy reference.



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Travel back in time with the latest instalment in the bestselling Big Ideas series, in a brand new portable format. The Little Book of History charts world history from the dawn of civilisation to the modern culture we live in today. From the origins of homo-sapiens to the release of Nelson Mandela, from the French Revolution to the Space Race, The Little Book of History is a stunning exploration of the human timeline up to & including modern Islam, the world wide web, & the global financial crisis. The Little Book of History tackles big historical ideas with stunning visuals, key"es, & important themes that are woven throughout world history. Discover events from the assassination of Caesar to World War I & see the people & events come to life with The Little Book of History, perfect for students, adults, or anyone who wants to understand our fascinating past. ...

What happens when a big tough bruiser of a dog comes up against a bunch of sweet fluffy bunnies? Will his big tough heart melt? Big Mean Mike is the biggest, toughest dog in the whole neighbourhood. He has a big mean car that he likes to drive around the big, mean streets. Everyone knows that Mike is big & mean & that`s just the way he likes it. Then one day a tiny fuzzy bunny shows up in his car. Before anyone can see, Mike puts the bunny down on the pavement & drives away. When the tiny fuzzy bunny shows up again & this time brings a friend, Mike tells them both to get lost. Big, mean dogs do not hang out with tiny, fuzzy bunnies! But gosh, those bunnies are SO sweet...
Features: another winner from the author of the best-selling Library Lion; a laugh-out-loud story about peer pressure & image
- important issues even for very young children; & a funny & sweet take on what it means to be yourself.

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Bright, bold & jam-packed with vehicles! Each colourful spread explores a different environment & the forms of transport found there. Meanwhile, the accompanying DVD brings it all to life with full animation, glorious colour & over 100 different vehicle noises. With entertaining, informative text & a large format for sharing, this big, noisy book is perfect for reading aloud. The companion DVD is easy to navigate, & can be enjoyed with the book or on its own. ...

This giant pad is crammed full of puzzles & games that will keep children occupied for hours. There are 17 solo games & 13 to play with a friend, including classics such as 0s & Xs, word searches, matching games & Sudoku, as well as little known gems. The tear-off sheets are ideal for sharing & answers are included on separate sheets. ...