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The path of true love never did run smooth...A heart-warming tale of love in the face of family & friendship, perfect for fans of Cathy Kelly & Maeve Binchy. Divorcee Jennifer Irwin has it all
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Part of the See Inside series, this title looks at the vehicles & major events that defined the Second World War as one of the most destructive wars in history. It lets you lift the flaps to reveal the insides of some of the military vehicles used during campaigns including tanks, fighter planes & aircraft carriers. ...
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Nine-year-old Secret Agent Jack Stalwart defeats pirates, rescues fine art & tracks down the crown jewels as he travels around the world in Elizabeth Singer Hunts action-packed books.

This collection of 14 books offers much more than the usual heroic adventures youd expect as each book is set in a different country that is highlighted on a world map. The stories are also complemented by fantastic educational material that will engage young readers who are interested in new & exciting countries.

This series will appeal to children aged 7 & over.

Titles in this collection:
• The Hunt for the Yeti Skull: Nepal
• The Escape of the Deadly Dinosaur: USA
• The Pursuit of the Ivory Poachers: Kenya
• The Theft of the Samurai Sword: Japan
• Peril at the Grand Prix: Italy
• The Deadly Race to Space: Russia
• The Quest for Aztec Gold: Mexico
• The Search for the Sunken Treasure: Australia
• The Mission to Find Max: Egypt
• The Puzzle of the Missing Panda: China
• The Secret of the Sacred Temple: Cambodia
• The Fight for the Frozen Land: Artic
• The Caper of the Crown Jewels: Great Britain
• The Mystery of the Mona Lisa: France

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• ISBN: 9781782959014
• Author: Elizabeth Singer Hunt
• Publisher: Penguin
• Format: Paperback
- Box Set
• Dimensions: 20 x 13 x 12cm



























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As the world's second most popular sport, cricket is much richer and more diverse than many realise. Globally, passionate players make sacrifices to play for their country. These extraordinary tales of cricket in Afghanistan and Ireland, Kenya and the Netherlands resonate far beyond cricket, touching on war, sectarianism and even women's rights.
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As the world's second most popular sport, cricket is much richer & more diverse than many realise. Globally, passionate players make sacrifices to play for their country. These extraordinary tales of cricket in Afghanistan & Irel&, Kenya & the Netherlands resonate far beyond cricket, touching on war, sectarianism & even women's rights.

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With over 300 UK stores and more than 40000 different products in store each year, The Works is Britain's top discount book store. A well known presence on the high street, The Works was founded in 1981 to bring affordable books to the public. It now offers a large range of exciting products, including arts and crafts products, toys, gifts and seasonal products, all at discounted prices, making it a superb place to find items for hobbies and gifts for all ages. The book selection includes children's books, fiction and non-fiction books on a wide range of subjects from food and drink and craft and DIY to entertainment, autobiographies and history. Art and crafts products range from children's craft sets to sewing materials and professional artists' brushes. As well as big brands, The Works also sells their own high quality branded products.
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