Astonishing new research suggests that 470 million years ago, a stupendous collision in the Asteroid Belt (whose debris is still falling today) bombarded the Earth with meteorites of all sizes. A revolutionary idea is emerging that the resulting ecological disturbance may have been responsible for the single greatest increase in biological diversity since the origin of complex life
- the hitherto unexplained Great Ordovician Biodiversity Event. Introducing these fresh discoveries to a wider public for the first time, Ted Nield challenges the orthodox view that meteorite strikes are always bad news for life on Earth. He argues that one of the most widely known scientific theories
- that dinosaurs were wiped out by a strike 65 million years ago
- isn't the whole picture, & that the causes of the end-Cretaceous mass extinction (of which the dinosaurs' demise was a part) were much more varied & complex. Meteorites have been the stuff of legend throughout human history, interpreted as omens of doom or objects of power. But only in the 18th century, when the study of falling space debris became a science, were meteorites used to unlock the mysteries of our universe. Incoming! traces the history of meteorites from the first recorded strike to the video recordings made routinely today, showing how our interpretations have varied according to the age in which they fell, & how meteorite impacts were given fresh urgency with the advent of the atom bomb. Introducing a wealth of fascinating characters alongside extraordinary new research, Ted Nield has written the perfect introduction to the science & history of the falling sky A".


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Celebrating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, this is a collection of the Bard's greatest plays, digested to a few thousand words along with side notes. It is suitable for the theatre goer needing a quick recap, & a massive relief for those just desperate to pass their English exam. ...

To celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, this collection of the Bard's greatest plays is digested to a few thousand words along with footnotes. It is suitable for those who know their Shakespeare, perfect for the theatre goer needing a quick recap, & a massive relief for those just desperate to pass their English exam. ...

Uncovers twelve shocking stories, untold for over a century & reveals the darker side of the Victorian upper & middle classes
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This cover comes in four different colours, supplied at random. Which one will you receive? When a greyhound turns up in Billy Wild's shed, he has no idea how much his life is about to change. Can Billy save Dog & hundreds like her? For fans of Frank Cottrell Boyce & Eva Ibbotsen. ...

The stories of Incredible Journeys will amaze & astound. Some journeys were meant to be adventures from the start; some began inauspiciously & finished with a bang; some were groundbreaking & some showed extraordinary triumphs in the face of adversity. Some travellers survived their journey & some did not. This book takes 60 extraordinary journeys from the past 100 years & recounts what happened to these intrepid travellers. With fantastic images from the breathtaking summits to the perilous high seas, detailed maps & fascinating insights this book will truly inspire. ...

Tess Eagle Swan ran away from home aged sixteen &, by her late twenties, had already survived violence & drug addiction. In

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The author believes that it's never too early for children to know that they're unique & powerful beings, & they have everything they need within themselves to create happy, successful lives. This book lets parents introduce these important ideas to their children. ...

Discover the magical world of Disney Pixar in this collectable series of timeless tales from the world’s most popular animation studio.

The Parr family are no ordinary family. Juggling the pressures of family life can be challenging enough, but when you’re also heroes trying to save the world, it can be virtually impossible.

When Helen – Elastigirl – is sent to New Urbem in an effort to make Supers legal, Bob – Mr. Incredible – is tasked with staying home & looking after the children.

With a new villain on the loose, will Helen succeed & can Bob cope without his wife’s help?

Product Information:
• ISBN: 9781788109963
• Author: Disney
• Publisher: Igloo Books
• Format: Hardback
• Dimensions: 23 x 20 x 1.5cm












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This super awesome Incredibles 2 mini bowling set is the perfect little game for hours of fun.

Set up the six pins (each

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