More From Contributor

£6.74
For fans of A Bridge Too Far" " Saving Private Ryan" & " Band of Brothers" & for readers of Antony Beevors " Stalingrad" & Hugh Sebag-Montefiores " Dunkirk" " Arnhem" by John Nichol & Tony Rennell is an absolutely gripping narrative packed with action & heroic tales of courage. " Riveting.. .reveals the ice-cool courage of British troops trapped in the bloody shambles of Arnhem". (" Daily Mail"). In September 1944 a mighty shock force of battle-hardened Allied troops dropped from the skies into enemy-occupied Holland in what was hoped would be the decisive final battle of World War II. Landing miles behind the German lines their daring mission was to secure bridges across the Rhine so that ground forces could make a rapid dash into Nazi Germany. If all went well the war could be over by Christmas. The plan went terribly wrong... Seen through the dramatic first-hand accounts of those who were there " Arnhem" is the gripping story of a bitter military defeat that became a triumph of the human spirit. It paints a vivid portrait of those in the cauldron of war fighting for their lives fighting for their comrades fighting for their honour a battle they won hands down. John Nichol is a former RAF flight lieutenant whose Tornado bomber was shot down on a mission over Iraq during the first Gulf War in 1991. He was captured & became a prisoner of war. He is the bestselling co-author of " Tornado Down" & with Tony Rennell " The Last Escape" " Tail-End Charlies" " Home Run" & " Medic" & author of five novels. He is also a journalist & widely"ed military commentator. Tony Rennell is the author of " Last Days of Glory: The Death of Queen Victoria" & co-author of " When Daddy Came Home" a highly praised study of demobilization in 1945 & with John nichol " The Last Escape" " Tail-End Charlies" " Home Run" & " Medic". He is a former deputy editor of the " Sunday Times" & writes regularly on historical subjects for the " Daily Mail"." ...
Available
£6.89
An insightful & gripping account of the largest airborne operation in history. In September 1944 the river Rhine was a serious barrier to the advancing Allied armies in the West who were intent on charging Berlin & ending the war. Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery decided to utilise the First Allied Airborne Army consisting of British American & Polish troops. Codenamed Operation Market Garden 40 000 paratroopers were dropped behind enemy lines while ground forces linked to relieve them. But due to bad weather & German resistance the operation failed. In March 1945 asecond attempt was planned: Operation Varsity Plunder. This time the plan worked. Despite extremely heavy fighting they cracked the German line. ...
Available
£7.59
Jack Nicklaus & Arnold Palmer are two of the greatest golfers in history. In fact it's fair to say that between them
- with some
...
Available
£12.79
Arnold is the long awaited book by Arnold Schwarzenegger his bestselling autobiography & fitness plan. In its pages the superstar of PUMPING IRON tells you how he became the most successful bodybuilder of our time. With the aid of vivid photographs & a step by step programme the man who became Mr Olympia & Mr Universe lets you into the secrets of his astonishing success
- what to eat what to wear how to expand your normal exercise routine into a championship-level workout. A special four-day gym programme

Includes::
specific exercises to develop specific muscle-groups with each exercise illustrated with photographs of Arnold in action. Fascinating & inspiring both as an autobiography & as a fitness guide ARNOLD: THE EDUCATION OF A BODYBUILDER will show you how to enjoy better health & increasion relaxation through the disciplines & rewards of bodybuilding.


...
Available
£2.99
Aromatherapy is a method of treatment that involves using essential oils to promote physical & emotional well-being. It is an ancient discipline that has withstood the test of time. This book captures the essence of aroma therapy & explains how certain oils can be effectively used to treat physical ailments. Aroma therapy is a safe & natural method to restore the balance of the body & promote good health. ...
Available
£9.65
This is the most comprehensive encyclopaedia of aromatherapy available today with over 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions & 82 essential oils. It explains the properties of essential oils & the health conditions that benefit from them. There is also advice on hazardous oils. There are recipes & formulae for baths creams & tonics. All the entries are comprehensive fluently written & provide an easy-to-understand introduction to a wide range of topics. ' The simple fact that the a-z has sold over 300 000 copies worldwide since it was first published speaks for itself. It has earned & kept its place amongst the handful of indispensable reference books on aromatherapy.. .this book has been justly subtitled 'the aromatherapist's Bible'
- Aromatherapy Quarterly '...one of the most thoroughly researched books written on aromatherapy'
- The International Journal of Aromatherapy

...
Available
£7.59
Every mother-to-be approaches pregnancy differently; some are excited & positive in their outlook while others feel apprehensive stressed & worried. One of the most popular forms of complementary treatment aromatherapy is an ideal way to help you through the stresses strains & discomforts of pregnancy birth & into the first six months of motherhood. Fully updated Aromatherapy & Massage for Mother & Baby shows you how to choose & use the fragrant gentle essential oils. It shows you how the recipes made up simply & safely at home can alleviate the discomforts of pregnancy labour & the postnatal period as well as problems with your baby such as nappy rash & teething. In addition it provides clear instructions on how to treat yourself & your baby to soothing massage. Comprehensive & easy-to-follow with an A-Z reference guide to essential oils Aromatherapy & Massage for Mother & Baby ensures a happier healthier more relaxed pregnancy & motherhood. ...
Available
£9.65
This comprehensive introduction to aromatherapy explains how to choose & use essential oils for health beauty & well-being. It contains everything you need to know about the subject including skin-care treatments massage techniques how to create perfumes to suit different moods simple remedies for common ailments & meditations for relaxation. It also provides a directory of 68 common & exotic essential oils with each entry describing the characteristics of that oil listing its main therapeutic properties & warning about any potential contraindications. ...
Available
£8.96
Around Burnham From Old Photographs offers a captivating glimpse into the history of this area providing the reader with a visual representation of Burnham's lively & charming history. This fascinating collection of photography

Includes::
the villages of Cippenham Britwell East Burnham & Farnham the beeches Taplow & Dorney. Drawing upon an eclectic collection of photographs Daphne Chevous presents the reader with an insight into the history & life of this town. Although views of thriving High Streets vanished buildings & well A ]known houses such as Dropmore Cliveden Hitcham Taplow & Dorney are included the emphasis throughout is on the people who were born or settled here. For those who can still remember Around Burngham From Old Photographs offers a trip down memory lane; for others this charming book will be a voyage of discovery.

...
Available
£8.35
To understand India you have to see it hear it breathe it & feel it. Living through the good the bad & the ugly is the only way to know where you fit in & where India fits into you. In 1991 Monisha & her family uprooted from Sheffield to Madras in the hope of making India their home again. But fed up with soap-eating rats severed human heads paying bribes & the creepy colonel across the road they soon returned to England determined never to go back again. But twenty years later Monisha takes a page out of Jules Verne's classic tale turns to a map of the Indian railways & embarks on an adventure around India in 80 trains connecting 80 cities covering 40 000km
- the circumference of the Earth. The Indian railways carry over twenty million passengers every day ploughing through cities crawling past villages climbing up mountains & skimming along coasts. India Version 2.0 is now up & running & Monisha hopes that 80 train journeys up down & across India (including the world's second longest train journey) will lift the veil on a country that has become a stranger. As one of the largest civilian employers in the world featuring luxury trains toy trains Mumbai's infamous commuter trains & even a hospital on wheels Monisha discovers that the railways have more than a few stories to tell not to mention an amazing cast of characters. & with a self-confessed 'militant devout atheist' in tow her personal journey around a country built on religion isn't quite what she bargained for -
...
Available

Aromas Of Aleppo

When the Aleppian Jewish community migrated from the ancient city of Aleppo in historic Syria and settled in New York and Latin American cities in the early 20th century it brought its rich cuisine and vibrant culture. Most Syrian recipes and traditions however were not written down and existed only in the minds of older generations. Poopa Dweck a first generation Syrian-Jewish American has devoted much of her life to preserving and celebrating her communitys centuries-old legacy. Dweck relates the history and culture of her community through its extraordinary cuisine offering more than 180 exciting ethnic recipes with tantalising photos and describing the unique customs that the Aleppian Jewish community observes during holidays and lifecycle events. Among the irresistible recipes are:
Bazargan-Tangy Tamarind Bulgur Salad; Shurbat Addes-Hearty Red Lentil Soup with Garlic and Coriander; Kibbeh-Stuffed Syrian Meatballs with Ground Rice; Samak bBatata-Baked Middle Eastern Whole Fish with Potatoes; Sambousak-Buttery Cheese-Filled Sesame Pastries; Eras biAjweh-Date-Filled Crescents; and Chai Nana-Refreshing Mint Tea. Like mainstream Middle Eastern cuisines Aleppian Jewish dishes are alive with flavour and healthful ingredients-featuring whole grains vegetables legumes and olive oil-but with their own distinct cultural influences. In Aromas of Aleppo" cooks will discover the best of Poopa Dwecks recipes which gracefully combine Mediterranean and Levantine influences and range from small delights (or maza) to daily meals and regal holiday feasts - such as the twelve-course
Passover seder."
  • Availability: In Stock
  • Supplier: WHSmith
  • SKU: 9780060888183
Availability: In Stock
£22.40

Product Description

When the Aleppian Jewish community migrated from the ancient city of Aleppo in historic Syria & settled in New York & Latin American cities in the early 20th century it brought its rich cuisine & vibrant culture. Most Syrian recipes & traditions however were not written down & existed only in the minds of older generations. Poopa Dweck a first generation Syrian-Jewish American has devoted much of her life to preserving & celebrating her communitys centuries-old legacy. Dweck relates the history & culture of her community through its extraordinary cuisine offering more than 180 exciting ethnic recipes with tantalising photos & describing the unique customs that the Aleppian Jewish community observes during holidays & lifecycle events. Among the irresistible recipes are: Bazargan-Tangy Tamarind Bulgur Salad; Shurbat Addes-Hearty Red Lentil Soup with Garlic & Coriander; Kibbeh-Stuffed Syrian Meatballs with Ground Rice; Samak b Batata-Baked Middle Eastern Whole Fish with Potatoes; Sambousak-Buttery Cheese-Filled Sesame Pastries; Eras bi Ajweh-Date-Filled Crescents; & Chai Nana-Refreshing Mint Tea. Like mainstream Middle Eastern cuisines Aleppian Jewish dishes are alive with flavour & healthful ingredients-featuring whole grains vegetables legumes & olive oil-but with their own distinct cultural influences. In Aromas of Aleppo" cooks will discover the best of Poopa Dwecks recipes which gracefully combine Mediterranean & Levantine influences & range from small delights (or maza) to daily meals & regal holiday feasts
- such as the twelve-course Passover seder."

Reviews/Comments

Add New

Intelligent Comparison

Oooops!
We couldn't find anything!
Perhaps this product's unique.... Or perhaps we are still looking for comparisons!
Click to bump this page and we'll hurry up.

Price History

Vouchers

No voucher codes found.
Do you know a voucher code for this product or supplier? Add it to Insights for others to use.

Facebook

Jargon Buster

Coriander - A common fragrant herb
New York - A United States State. Commonly known as the Big Apple
Date - A day on a calendar
Date - A social activity whith a current or potential partner
Oil - A hydrophobic liquid with high carbon and hydrogen content. Has many variations including; cooking oils, petrochemical oils, essential oils.
Red - One of the three primary colours
History - Anything that happens in the past. An acedemic subject.
Tea - A hot beverage made from the leaves of a tea plant
Fish - A creature that lives in water. A fish uses gills to breath unlike mammals
Small - something that takes up less space than normal.
Flavour - The taste of a food product.
Cheese - A hard pale yellow food made from curds of milk.
Distinct - Something that can be seen to be slightly different.

Supplier Information

Page Updated: 2024-03-04 10:03:14

Community Generated Product Tags

Oh No! The productWIKI community hasn't generated any tags for this product yet!
Menu