This is a new translation of Simenon`s gripping novel about lives transformed by deceit & the destructive power of lust. It was all real: himself, the room, Andree still lying on the ravaged bed. For Tony & Andree, there are no rules when they meet in the blue room at the Hotel des Voyageurs. Their adulterous affair is intoxicating, passionate
- & dangerous. Soon it turns into a nightmare from which there can be no escape. Simenon`s stylish & sensual psychological thriller weaves a story of cruelty, reckless lust & relentless guilt. ”A double crime, a dark provincial scandal, & a dreadful sort of triumph...presented with shattering power.” (San Francisco Chronicle). ” The romans durs are extraordinary: tough, bleak, offhandedly violent, suffused with guilt & bitterness, redolent of place...utterly unsentimental, frightening in the pitilessness of their gaze, yet wonderfully entertaining.” (John Banville). ” One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century... Simenon was unequaled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories.” (Guardian). ”A supreme writer...unforgettable vividness.” (Independent). Georges Simenon was born in Liege, Belgium, in 1903. Best known in Britain as the author of the Maigret books, his prolific output of over 400 novels & short stories have made him a household name in continental Europe. He died in 1989 in Lausanne, Switzerl&, where he had lived for the latter part of his life.
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A novel about a mother-daughter relationship that will send a chill down your spine. Johanne is a young woman in her twenties who lives with her mother. When she falls in love with Ivar, she finally feels ready to leave home. The couple plan a trip to America. But the morning of her departure, Johanne wakes up to find the door locked. Can she overcome her fears? Will she shout for help? Will she climb out of her fourth floor window? Why Peirene publishes this book:` Everyone who has read ` Fifty Shades of Grey` should read this book. Why? ` The Blue Room` holds up a mirror to a part of the female psyche that yearns for submission. The story shows how erotic fantasies are formed by the relationship with our parents. It then delves further to analyse the struggle of women to separate from their mothers
- a struggle that is rarely addressed in either literature or society.` Meike Ziervogel, Publisher
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With unrivalled political savvy & a keen sense of irony, distinguished political scientists Anthony King & Ivor Crewe open our eyes to the worst government horror stories & explain why the British political system is quite so prone to appalling mistakes. ...

Peter Boardman & Joe Tasker were at the cutting edge of mountaineering during the 1970s & early 1980s. Talented writers as well as climbers, they left two legacies. One was their great endeavour, their climbs on high peaks with bold, lightweight & innovative methods; the second & more lasting achievement was the books they wrote & left behind. The Boardman Tasker Omnibus brings together four books in which the two men describe their remarkable climbs, expeditions & first ascents. The books have become mountaineering classics; incredibly popular & brilliantly written accounts that set the standard for mountaineering literature. Tasker`s Everest the Cruel Way is the story of an attempt to climb the highest mountain on earth by a new route
- a climb which proved too much for a group of Britain`s finest mountaineers. & in Savage Arena, Tasker vividly describes his participation in the first British winter ascent of the North Face of the Eiger, his first ascent of the West Wall of Changabang with Boardman & his attempts on K2 & Kangchenjunga. The Changabang ascent was described by Sir Chris Bonington as `a preposterous plan. Still, if you do get up it, it`ll be the hardest thing that`s been done in the Himalayas.` Boardman`s account of the climb
- very different to Tasker`s
- is recounted in The Shining Mountain, whilst in Sacred Summits he combines the excitement of extreme climbing with acute observation of life in the mountains as he describes the remarkable ascents he made during one single climbing season. The Boardman Tasker Prize for Mountain Literature was established in Pete & Joe`s honour, & is presented annually to the author or co-authors of an original work which has made an outstanding contribution to mountain literature. For more information about the Boardman Tasker Prize, visit www.boardmantasker.com


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For anyone with a tiny galley kitchen, there`s good news: no more bland leftovers aboard. These delicious & easy recipes, all made with minimum fuss & maximum flavour, will allow you to spoil yourself in harbour & keep things simple at sea – not to mention rustle up a mean rum punch. With handy ideas on setting up the galley, a lazy guide to filleting mackerel & tips for hosting the perfect beach barbecue, this is the must-have guide for sailors & seaside-lovers alike. The book

Includes:: recipe contributions from top chefs (Chris Galvin, Angela Hartnett, Kevin Mangeolles, Ed Wilson & Judy Joo) & sailing legends (Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Mike Golding, Brian Thompson, Shirley Robertson & Dee Caffari). With a foreword by Chris Galvin, & accompanied throughout by wonderful photography & beautiful h&-drawn illustrations, this will prove to be an invaluable addition to the food lover`s kitchen or galley.

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` Complete novice or know-all, you`ll love this stunning book. An essential boater`s companion, it will certainly have a ...

Following in the successful footsteps of the groundbreaking Boat Maintenance Bible & Boat Repair Bible this new title in this popular series of all-encompassing technical reference bibles presented in an accessible, modern & attractive way is sure to be the boater`s godsend. Electrics are a notoriously tricky aspect of boat ownership & maintenance
- both critical to the operation of the yacht or motorboat & prone to breaking down in the damp atmosphere & bouncy conditions. This is the book that will take owners through all the likely problems & solutions including making new installations of equipment, reviving an old boat & correcting electrical faults on their current craft. Equally useful for yacht or motorboat owners & illustrated with helpful photos, detailed close-up shots, step by step exploded diagrams & instructions, this is a book every owner should keep aboard.
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The Boat Improvement Bible is the most up to date, user friendly & hands-on practical manual for boatowners who wish to improve their sailboat or motorboat. It will equip any boatowner with average DIY skills to improve all aspects of their boat: safety, comfort, facilities, storage & performance on the water. Many of these projects will also help increase a boat`s value. Projects include: installing a heating system, installing hot water & a shower, increasing water tank size, making the heads electric, installing air conditioning or better ventilation, setting up solar or wind power charging for the batteries, fitting a generator, adding a gas alarm, installing interior lighting, adding a bathing platform or boarding ladder, plus much, much more. Packed with exploded diagrams, helpful step-by-step photographs & detailed guidance, The Boat Improvement Bible provides a wealth of DIY expertise & advice to enable anyone to improve their yacht or motorboat. With this book to h&, you`ll never need to call in the experts! ...

The Boat Maintenance Bible is the most up to date, user-friendly & hands-on manual for boat owners of all skill levels wishing to keep their boat seaworthy & safe. Packed with detailed, exploded diagrams, helpful step-by-step photographs & detailed guidance, it provides a wealth of maintenance expertise & advice to enable anyone to maintain or repair a yacht, motorboat or a dinghy. From hull & deck maintenance, engine repairs, plumbing problems, gas leaks, sail repair, battery & wiring defects, to interior refurbishment, dinghy & trailer repair, hauling out & winterisation, it`s all here. The Boat Maintenance Bible will equip everyone with the knowledge required to prevent onboard problems, carry out specialised tasks & tackle both short-term troubleshooting as well as long-term boat care. With this book to h&, you`ll never need to call in the experts! ...

Even the most well designed boats will suffer from wear & tear due to normal use on the water. & accidents can result in damage which needs to be repaired on the spot. Highly illustrated, with step by step instructions, this book equips the reader with the vital skills needed to make those crucial repairs. The Boat Repair Bible covers the most common types of damage likely to occur to boats of all types. Hull & deck repairs cover fibreglass, wood, steel & ferro-cement, showing how to deal with everything from leaks to serious impact damage. Standing & running rigging are covered as are deck fittings, hatches & steering gear. The section on general mechanics shows how to fix problems with a split fuel/water tank & leaking hydraulics, whilst electrical repairs cover tracing loose connections, replacing damaged wiring & fixing navigation instruments. The myriad of issues that can arise with the engine are covered in great detail, from how to deal with water in the fuel system to replacing the propeller & its shaft. & there is even a section on domestic items, such as repairing upholstery, & fixing problematic heads. The Boat Repair Bible is as comprehensive as it is invaluable & perfect for owners of powerboats, yachts, sailboats, dinghies & outboards. It is a book no boat owner can afford to be without. ...