LONGLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE 2017` Elegant & evocative.. . A powerful exploration of the clash between society, family & faith in the modern world` Guardian` There is high, high music in the air at the end of Home Fire` New York Times Isma is free. After years spent raising her twin siblings in the wake of their mother`s death, she is finally studying in America, resuming a dream long deferred. But she can`t stop worrying about Aneeka, her beautiful, headstrong sister back in London
- or their brother, Parvaiz, who`s disappeared in pursuit of his own dream: to prove himself to the dark legacy of the jihadist father he never knew. Then Eamonn enters the sisters` lives. Handsome & privileged, he inhabits a London worlds away from theirs. As the son of a powerful British Muslim politician, Eamonn has his own birthright to live up to
- or defy. Is he to be a chance at love? The means of Parvaiz`s salvation? Two families` fates are inextricably, devastatingly entwined in this searing novel that asks: what sacrifices will we make in the name of love?A contemporary reimagining of Sophocles` Antigone, Home Fire is an urgent, fiercely compelling story of loyalties torn apart when love & politics collide
- confirming Kamila Shamsie as a master storyteller of our times.


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LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN`S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2018A GUARDIAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017AN OBSERVER BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017A TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017A NEW STATESMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017AN EVENING STANDARD BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017 A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017` Elegant & evocative.. . A powerful exploration of the clash between society, family & faith in the modern world` Guardian` There is high, high music in the air at the end of Home Fire` New York Times Isma is free. After years spent raising her twin siblings in the wake of their mother`s death, she is finally studying in America, resuming a dream long deferred. But she can`t stop worrying about Aneeka, her beautiful, headstrong sister back in London
- or their brother, Parvaiz, who`s disappeared in pursuit of his own dream: to prove himself to the dark legacy of the jihadist father he never knew. Then Eamonn enters the sisters` lives. Handsome & privileged, he inhabits a London worlds away from theirs. As the son of a powerful British Muslim politician, Eamonn has his own birthright to live up to
- or defy. Is he to be a chance at love? The means of Parvaiz`s salvation? Two families` fates are inextricably, devastatingly entwined in this searing novel that asks: what sacrifices will we make in the name of love?A contemporary reimagining of Sophocles` Antigone, Home Fire is an urgent, fiercely compelling story of loyalties torn apart when love & politics collide
- confirming Kamila Shamsie as a master storyteller of our times.


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Classic posters that were issued to the British public during World War II, perfect for anyone interested in 1940s design WWII was a hugely innovative period in poster design. With strong images & memorable slogans, they encouraged everyone to ”do their bit” for the war effort, whether it was growing vegetables, enrolling for war work, or avoiding idle gossip. Recreate the spirit of life on the Home Front with this set of charming prints.

Includes:: Dig for victory; Serve in the WAAF with the men who fly; Dig for Victory for their sake--grow your own vegetables; Keep it under your hat! Careless Talk Costs Lives; Women of Britain: come into the factories; Let us go forward together; Don`t help the enemy! Careless talk may give away vital secrets; & War savings. Save for the brave.

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Ten years ago Dan Pearson found an extremely rare, large, neglected city plot & set out to design & create a garden space all of his own. Arranged by seasons, Dan shares the challenges of gardening his city plot in a romantic & beautifully written series of diary-like essays, documenting the horticultural tasks required & sharing his successes & failures on the way. Written & photographed in 'real time' this book documents an urban garden & gardener at work, bringing the experience of gardening to life & offering a unique insight into the work & thoughts of the one of the world's most respected garden designers. ...

The “ Home Guard Manual” is a wonderful reproduction of the original 1941 text, read by potential inspirations for Dad’s Army all over wartime Britain. It was May 1940, & Hitler stood on the cliffs at Calais & eyed up his next conquest: The British Isles! There was a call to arms that saw the founding of the Home Guard, a motley collection of men, poorly armed, many too old to fight in the war. The Home Guard was untried in war, often without weapons or training, & yet they Britain’s last-ditch defence against the marauding Nazis. But all was not lost &, over the period of a few months, this rag-tag group was armed, uniformed & trained using the “ Home Guard Manual”. Taught basic fieldcraft, how to survive in the open, how to destroy tanks, ambush the invaders, use weapons of varying sorts, make boobytraps, read maps & send signals, the fledgling volunteer was turned into a veritable fighting machine… or was he just another member of Dad’s Army? Read the manual & find out. ...

This unique cushion by We Love Cushions features a 12-color reproduction of a wood painting by Martin Wiscombe, the contemporary artist who rediscovered the lost world of the 1950s. It would definitely be a sophisticated addition to your sofa or arm chair. This cushion is made with a super soft faux & machine washable suede & comes complete with the cushion pad. The print had been created using archival inks to get the brightest, saturated finish possible, which will bring life & style to any room setting. Fully machine washable at 30c ...

Now, fully revised & updated, the third edition of Banksy's Bristol

Includes:: never-before-published pictures

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Seagulls in the Attic left Tessa thrilled as Annie, her best friend from London, fell in love & married a local Cornishman. Alas the newlyweds decide to settle out of the county but Tessa & her husband are delighted when a new young couple arrive in the village fresh from the city. However what looks such a promising new friendship turns to a nightmare as these are people who think money can buy them acceptance
- & the village is soon in quiet revolt. Tessa finds herself in the thick of it
- & realises that she has grown very strong roots in the community in the two years she has been in Cornwall. Like so many in the country, she has to think about turning her house into a source of income in the summer months. Having finally got the place up to scratch, she & her family are wondering whether to camp for a couple of months when they are asked to take over a B&B owned by friends of friends. Tessa is bubbly, outgoing
- but quite inexperienced at being a landlady. She muddles through only with the generous help of the `customers` on her postal round. Written with her usual warmth & good humour, Tessa Hainsworth enchants us again with her stories of life as a newcomer to `deep` Cornwall & makes us dwell on the true value & meaning of `home`.


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Pippi & Burt are tired of sharing their crowded nest with eight noisy little siblings, so off they fly to see the big, wide world & find a new home. But when they encounter all sorts of big, scary, hungry creatures, Pippi & Burt realise their crowded old nest is the best home of all. Here is an ideal story for anyone who appreciates the riotous joys (and challenges) of a large, rowdy family. It`s a funny & warm tribute to both the thrill of adventure & the love of home. A gorgeously illustrated, colourful tale from the author of Lemur Dreamer. ...

Perfect for both family meals & fuss-free entertaining, these delicious recipes for home-cooked dishes are the perfect solution for busy people who love good food. You can choose from an array of bakes, pies, gratins & casseroles, all designed to be cooked in & served from the same dish or pot. There are comforting ideas for meals with Beef, Lamb & Pork including Steak, Leek & Mushroom Pie; Braised Lamb Shank with Potatoes; Black Bean & Chorizo Chilli; Meatball Tagine; &, Pork Stew with Sweet Potatoes. This title offers tempting recipes for Poultry that include Farmhouse Chicken Casserole; Chicken & Vegetable Pot Pie; Ginger & Star Anise Braised Chicken; Quick Cassoulet; &, Turkey Tettrazini. You can try a lighter choice from Fish & Shellfish such as Seafood Lasagne, Salmon, Broccoli & Pesto Gratin; Smoked Haddock, Potato & Wild Mushroom Bake; &, Tuna Noodle Casserole. Vegetarian options include Vegetable Enchiladas; Savoury Bread Pudding with Squash & Corn; &, Chickpea, Spinach & Sweet Potato Curry. ...