A tragic family event reveals devastating news that rips apart Bella`s comfortable existence. Embarking on a personal journey to uncover the truth, she faces a series of traumatic discoveries that take her to the ruggedly beautiful Cornish coast, where hidden truths, past betrayals & a 25-year-old mystery threaten not just her identity, but her life. Chilling, complex & profoundly moving, In Her Wake is a gripping psychological thriller that questions the nature of family
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In his own words Dougal Haston covers the years from his childhood in Scotl&, where his love of climbing was first sparked, through to his development into perhaps the most formidable climber of his generation; his reputation was forged by his successful ascents of familiar peaks by unfamiliar routes (of which the most famous was the Eiger Direct). Infused throughout with his passion for climbing & his great determination to succeed, ” In High Places” is a compelling & eye-opening portrait of the climber as a young man & a must read for all those with an interest in mountaineering. ...

IN HIS OWN WORDS is a selection of Nelson Mandela`s speeches, providing a lively, memorable profile of his lifelong commitment to freedom & reconciliation, democracy, & the flourishing of all the people of South Africa, Africa & the world. Arranged thematically, each section of speeches is introduced by a leading figure, such as Kofi Annan & Desmond Tutu. In these introductory essays, the authors pay tribute to Nelson Mandela`s achievements, animating their accounts with personal memories, stories & reflections. Covering a range of topics of our times
- struggle & reconciliation, freedom, religion & nation building, culture, education & health, children & development
- the book also features Mandela`s own tributes to South African heroes such as Steve Biko, Oliver Tambo & Walter Sisulu.

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Lahore: the Mughal city of gardens. At once contemporary & ancient, Lahore is full of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. In Lahore is your insider`s guide to help you make the most of your visit.
- Walk the back alleys of one of the oldest walled cities in the world.
- Visit the tombs, mosques & gardens of Mughal emperors.
- Experience the cuisine & hospitality of Punjab. Plus all you need to know about how to travel, security, where to stay, arts, culture, music, shopping, activities & much more!


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We all know who`s next in line to the throne. Or do we? Well, yes, of course we do. It goes Charles, William, George, Charlotte, & then Harry. But what if by some fluke of intervention these five lost their stake to claim the crown & sceptre? What then? Can you name the next five in line? Or the five after that? In Line to the Throne boldly imagines the day Edward, Prince of Blunders, takes the reins. We`re readying ourselves for the coronation of Queen Beatrice of Headpieces; envisioning the moment a little person named Isla sits in the big chair & orders the muzzling of her grandmother`s rogue dogs; & we`re even getting ready to welcome in, as King, a boy named after a tree. So, come on, get yourself acquainted with some right royal knowledge about the lesser-known heirs to the British monarchy. ...

In Love in New York guides the reader to the most romantic sights & destinations the city has to offer. Whether you want to watch the sun rise over the East River like Woody & Diane or enjoy a Cary Grant/ Deborah Kerr moment at the top of the Empire State Building, there is no greater city than New York for couples in love. The book begins with first impressions, the iconic New York sights that never fail to dazzle: the skyline (and the best places to view it), the most beautiful blocks & neighbourhoods, the famous views (rooftops, bridges, riverside parks). Chapters follow on great date ideas, including destination museums & unusual dinner-&-a- movie/theatre combinations. For readers ready to commit, the authors detail the best proposal spots; where to go ring shopping; the coolest places to register for gifts; & information about the legal requirements for marrying in the city (gay & straight), including a rundown on the classic City Hall wedding-with the best places to buy flowers & to celebrate afterwards, naturally. There are also ideas for planning honeymoons & anniversaries. Throughout, sidebars offer romantic options such as wonderful bars with fireplaces, the prettiest park benches, great New York literary & film affairs to inspire your visit, & romantic day trips within & near the five boroughs. From champagne on the Peninsula rooftop in midtown to ice skating in Bryant Park, In Love in New York is the perfect gift for any couple dreaming of experiencing the romance of New York. ...

In Memoriam: Poems of Bereavement set from a charming “ Instead of a card” series of pamphlets from Candlestick Press, consisting of an attractively produced booklet with the poems, a bookmark left blank for that special message & an envelope – an imaginative alternative for all who still regard sending a card as a more proper, warm & friendly way of offering greetings for those special occasions. The booklet has an introduction by Carol Ann Duffy & poems by W.H. Auden, Billy Collins, Wendy Cope, Paul Durcan, Jackie Kay, Adrian Mitchell, Derek Mahon, Michael Rosen, Christina Rossetti, Penelope Shuttle & Dylan Thomas. To see the list of all the titles in this lovely series please click on the series link. ...

A delightful, entertaining & illuminating investigation into our peculiar fascination with making things small, & what small things tell us about the world at large. Simon Garfield reveals the secret histories of tiny Eiffel Towers, the truth about the flea circus, a doll`s house made for a Queen, eerie tableaux of crime scenes, miniature food, model villages & railways, & more. Bringing together history, psychology, art & obsession, Garfield explores what fuels the strong appeal of miniature objects, & how controlling a tiny scaled-down world can give new perspectives, restore our sense of order in uncertain times, &, in unexpected ways, let us see our world in a whole new light. In Miniature takes a big look at small things & teaches us that there is greatness in the diminutive. ...

Witness the birth of Surrealism in Sue Roe`s lively account of the artists who lived, loved & worked together In this entertaining & informative biography, Sue Roe illustrates how surrealism emerged in Paris amidst an artistic ambience of lively experimentation. Before surrealism made its startling impact, artists including Marcel Duchamp & Giorgio De Chirico had already begun to shift the focus of the art scene in Montparnasse. Beginning with Duchamp, Roe tells the story of the wonderfully eccentric & avant-garde Dada movement, the birth of Surrealist photography with Man Ray & his muse Kiki de Montparnasse, the love triangle between writer Paul Eluard, his wife Gala & the artist Max Ernst, until the arrival of Salvador Dali in 1929. In Montparnasse recounts the extraordinary, revolutionary work these artists undertook as much as the salons, cafe life, friendships, rows & love affairs that were their background. Praise for In Montmartre ` Enjoyable, engaging, rollicking
- the storytelling is lively` Spectator ` Admirable. What an eye for art Roe has. Brilliant` Guardian ` An elegant synthesis of complex material. It excels: Roe is a skilled & graceful writer` Telegraph
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In Moroccois the classic account of her expedition. A seemingly unlikely chronicler, Wharton, more usually associated with American high society, explored the country for a month by military vehicle. Travelling from Rabat & Fez to Moulay Idriss & Marrakech, she recorded her encounters with Morocco's people, traditions & ceremonies, capturing a country at a moment of transition from an almost unknown, road less empire to a popular tourist destination. Her descriptions of the places she visited
- mosques, palaces, ruins, markets & harems
- are typically observant & brim with colour & spirit, whilst her sketches of the country's history & art are rigorous but accessible. This is a wonderful account by one of the most celebrated novelists & travel writers of the 20th century & a fascinating portrayal of an extraordinary country. ABOUT STANFORDS TRAVEL CLASSICS Hailing from both sides of the Atlantic, the authors included are as diverse as Edith Wharton, Henry James, Ernest Shackleton & Alfred Russel Wallace. Every title has been reset in a contemporary typeface, & has been printed to a high-quality production

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