A riveting three-way spy story set in occupied France. In the tradition of Ben Mac Intyre, ` Game of Spies` tells the story of a lethal spy triangle in Bordeaux between 1942 & 1944 in Bordeaux
- & of France`s greatest betrayal by aristocratic & right-wing Resistance leader Andre Grandclement. The story centres on three men: one British, one French & one German & the duel they fought out in an atmosphere of collaboration, betrayal & assassination, in which comrades sold fellow comrades, Allied agents & downed pilots to the Germans, as casually as they would a bottle of wine. It is a story of SOE, treachery, bed-hopping & executions in the city labelled `la plus collaboratrice` in the whole of France.
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The Hand of the King serves as the head of the reigning king`s Small Council &, in the king`s absence, the Hand becomes his proxy. The individual charged with this powerful responsibility uses the Hand of the King`s wax seal stamp to seal royally issued documents. Game of Thrones: Hand of the King Wax Seal Kit

Includes:: a Hand of the King wax seal, wax stick, mini envelopes, & blank scrolls.

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TEST YOURSELF AGAINST THE ECONOMIST`S CHAMPION QUIZ TEAM
- THE ONLY QUIZ BOOK YOU NEED THIS CHRISTMASGeneral knowledge quizzes
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This guide is packed with practical, interpretative information on the most commonly encountered animals & plants of the Lowveld
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Large game table
- 120 (L) x 62.5 (W) x 45 (H) cm. Our pièce de résistance. Solid cherry & combination hardwood with brass accents.
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Our pièce de résistance. Solid cherry & combination hardwood with brass accents. Cream finish. Whether you`re in the mood for chess, checkers, backgammon, or dice, the boards are right at your fingertips! When not in the mood for games, flip the board & go for cherry wood top or classic leather. A world of entertainment at your fingertips. Park rule books & cartons on the lower level. If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk ...

Game offers some of the most intense, delicate, rich & varied meat around. & not only is it delicious, it can also be a healthy & more nutritious alterative to traditional red meats. Here, Tim Maddams gives an accessible guide to obtaining, assessing, preparing & cooking game, including pheasant, grouse, venison, partridge, hare, rabbit, boar & duck. Tim begins by describing the characteristics of game species, then discusses ethical & sustainable hunting, preservation & seasonality. Next he gives a step-by-step guide to skinning, feathering & butchering techniques (and if you don`t have a fresh supply, how to buy game meat). Lastly he shares his seriously tasty recipes from the River Cottage kitchen, such as Slow-roast spiced soy duck, Quick-smoked duck, Lasagne of game & wild mushrooms, Partridge with pumpkin & cider, Goose sausages, Gamekeeper`s pie & Roasted hen pheasant with all the trimmings. With an introduction by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall & colour photography throughout, Game is the indispensable guide to enjoying wild meat. ...

From awkward hen & stags to boring car journeys, boozy dinner parties to Friday afternoons in the office, Games for Bored Adults is packed full of hilarious gaming inspiration to liven up any dull situation. Why not play human Buckaroo with a sleeping stranger, take on the After Eight challenge, or laugh in the face of pulled muscles in the ultimate ` Cereal Killer` game? Challenge your friends, indulge your competitive streak & prove yourself the undisputed victor in a whole range of funny & imaginative games for every occasion. ...

The perfect companion for long train rides & family weekends away, this super portable games kit lets you play chess & checkers wherever & whenever.- 2-in-1 Travel Chess & Draughts Set-

Includes:: double-sided playing pieces- 26cm (L) x 4cm (H) x 4cm (W) Rolled Up- 26cm (L) x 30cm (W) Unrolled- 16 White & 16 Black pieces

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The Porcelain Throne, set at the heart of the smallest room & witness to our dark business, can also be the seat of reflection & self-improvement. With that aim, this book contains more than one hundred dilatory games, tricks, puzzles, projects & pranks. Learn to make toilet roll tube gargoyles & an origami dragon, gain deep knowledge of toilet roll telekinesis, & discover the secret of the vanishing toothbrush trick. Many more amusing diversions & exciting challenges jostle for your attention to see you through those long bathroom visits. ...