Didn?t take classics at school? Or maybe you've forgotten most of what you once knew? In which case, look no further than this small but authoritative book. Classics is the study of the culture of the ancient Greeks & Romans, & takes in all aspects of their life & learning, from the languages to the literature, philosophy, art & much more. A Classic Primer looks back at these civilizations; how they lived, & how many aspects of our daily lives have been directly influenced by theirs, from roads & concrete, to central heating, the twelve-month calendar, cranes & even pizza! Informative & enjoyable, this book shows that even a basic knowledge of Classics is not only essential, but incredibly fascinating. ...

Under the watchful eye of her overbearing father, Dorothy takes care of the practical side of running a parish, from organising

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Cass is building a new life for herself & her young son Ben after the death of her soldier husband Pete, returning to the village where she lived as a child. But their idyllic new home is not what she expected: the other flats are all empty, there's strange graffiti on the walls, & the villagers are a bit odd. & when an unexpectedly heavy snowstorm maroons the village, things get even harder. Ben is changing, he's surly & aggressive & Cass's only confidant is the smooth, charming Theodore Remick, the st&-in headmaster. Not everyone approves of Cass's growing closeness to Mr Remick, & it soon becomes obvious he's not all he appears to be either. If she is to protect her beloved son, Cass is going to have to fight back. Cass realises this is not the first time her family have been targeted by Theodore Remick. But this time, the stakes are immeasurably higher.. ...

After a lifetime of travel & experiences, widow Eleanor Trewynn is more than happy to retire to the sleepy village of Port Mabyn in Cornwall
- but unfortunately, excitement seems to follow her around! Her friend & neighbour, artist Nick Gresham, discovers several of his paintings in his shop have been slashed & destroyed. The finger of suspicion rests on rival local artist Geoffrey Monmouth but when Nick & Eleanor go to have it out with him, they find Monmouth's stabbed body in his studio
- & Nick is immediately flagged up as most likely suspect. DI Scumble & DS Megan Pencarrow, Eleanor's niece, have been assigned to investigate the murder but Eleanor isn't leaving anything to chance
- but once she starts investigating she learns Nick is far from being the only candidate with a compelling motive for murder...


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All artists, whether professional or amateur, need a thorough understanding of human anatomy in order to depict the complexity of the human form correctly. Anatomy for the Artist is a beautifully illustrated volume, which takes the reader into the wonderful world of human anatomy. The book is divided into five sections, with information on the head & the neck, the trunk, the upper extremity, the lower extremity, & ending with a section on movement. Each section is comprehensively illustrated using detailed drawings of the human body, accompanied by a clear commentary describing the structure & function of that particular body part. There is also information about how to proportion figures correctly, how to depict light & shade, as well as hints & tips on the best way of drawing moving figures. Guidance is given about the correct kind of artist's equipment to use to achieve the best results.
- A fascinating subject in its own right, Anatomy for the Artist is essential reading for anyone who wants to enjoy sketching the human form.
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Whether you're a Scout brushing up on your skill, a leader preparing for an expedition, friends going wild camping or a family looking for adventure, this book has all the information you'll ever need, based on over 100 year experience in the outdoors from The Scout Association. With expert tips on camping, cooking, hiking, first aid, wildlife & adventure activities. ...

When Emily's boyfriend posts compromising photos of her on the internet, her life goes into sharp decline. Emily is about to lose everything
- including the man she thought she loved. Her best friend, Cara, is determined to mend Emily's broken heart & she believes that a little magic is all that's required. But will Cara cast the right spell to get Emily out of her current position? Or will it go horribly wrong when they both fall in love with the same man?
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ï ½ Illustrated throughout with superb colour photographs ï ½ Identifies the most common herbs, with a picture, quick reference b ...

Everybody has secrets

It all starts with a series of text messages. Each message contains a new picture of a corpse,

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Corduroy Mansions, Pimlico, is an oasis of civilisation, its inhabitants, peace-loving & considerate. But beneath the polite exterior seismic change is stirring. Barbara Ragg makes an eye-popping discovery about her suitor's past, while Oedipus Snark
- tirelessly self-interested government minister
- has a close encounter in Switzerland that leaves him a new man. William French is so shaken by an unexpected declaration of love that he considers making a disappearance himself. This book has 297 pages & is 19.7cm x 12.6cm x 2cm

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