No season exerts a grip on the hearts of English cricket followers quite like the summer of 1981. For the first time in a generation the whole country was transfixed by a Test series. What made it all the more remarkable was that the fortunes of the national team not to mention those of the game in general & the country itself seemed at rock bottom. During the course of an Ashes series that shifted from the mundane to the fantastical with breathtaking speed the third Test at Headingley proved to be the turning-point. Amid record unemployment & the worst outbreak of civil unrest in a century England 500-1 against at one stage (odds taken by two members of the Australian team) achieved the most improbable sporting triumph of the 20th century mounting a dramatic comeback to beat Australia by 18 runs. The names of Ian Botham Bob Willis & Mike Brearley duly became forever entwined with what readers of the Observer recently voted ' Most Memorable Sporting Moment'. 500-1 recreates the match with the aid of those who were there
- players officials groundstaff spectators & media
- while placing events in their full context tracing a timeless tale in rich vivid & unprecedented detail. As the thirtieth anniversary approaches 500-1: The Miracle of Headingley has been fully updated to reflect the impact that Test had on the game & those who watched it at a time of struggle in both the game & society as a whole.

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This is essential reading for parents-to-be! It reveals the meaning of 5 000 names both commonplace & unusual & how these thousands of names take their sources from many languages ancient & modern. Using this book you can satisfy your curiosity about other peoples names discover the real meaning of your own name & find the perfect name for your baby. ...

The most comprehensive motif design resource for all kinds of creative work. Whether youre a graphic designer a stitcher woodworker ceramicist or tattooist this book has over 5000 floral & plant motifs providing a range of designs for use or inspiration. A huge number of the motifs come in historical styles including Ancient Greek & Roman Egyptian Gothic Islamic Chinese Japanese Art Nouveau & Art Deco. It

Includes:: border motifs simple plant motifs plus elaborate plant compositions. All h&-drawn by accomplished artist Graham Mc Callum these motifs provide the best creative resource today.

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The funniest wittiest & most cutting one line jokes from around the world collected together in one immaculate collection! Including: The wife said last night I think wed have less arguments if you werent so pedantic". I said " Dont you mean fewer?" Some b*stard has nicked my thesaurus. Im at a loss for words. Ill never forget the words my Grandad said before he kicked the bucket. He said " Son watch how far I can kick this bucket." My dad always used to say " He who smelt it dealt it" which is why he lost his job with British Gas. The key to any marriage is spontaneity. Youve got to be ready to leave at any time. Heres my gym schedule: Monday cardio. Tuesday weights. Wednesday 7 mile bike ride. Thursday 15 year break. Repeat. I was just in the post offi ce & the clerk said " Whats your street name?" I said "I dont have one people just call me Barry."" ...

The book covers 501 must-visit destinations ranging from remote hideaways & tropical islands to bustling cities breathtaking monuments & stunning landscapes across the world. stunning photography sits alongside informative text & a summary of don't-miss features of each site. ...

501 Verbs" titles present the 501 most common verbs in their language. Verbs are arranged alphabetically in a table format one verb per page with English translation & conjugated in all tenses & forms. Additional features in each book include common idioms with example sentences to demonstrate verb usage & grammar reviews. The CD-ROM presents valuable exercises for students in sentence completion word completion word matching & conversational dialogue with answers provided for all exercises." ...

Great art has the power to express emotions to provoke arguments to change the way we see the world or simply to entertain. 501 Great Artists is a comprehensive single-volume guide to the artists down the centuries who have influenced our world through their art & whose achievements have shaped the course of art history. Students of art & non-specialist readers alike will find 501 Great Artists an informative & entertaining read. Concise & comprehensive the book is an accessible guide to both major & lesser-known artists from around the world. Each entry provides a concise description of a particular artists life & work & assesses the nature of their creative insight & cultural impact. An insightful image of the artist accompanies the text which is also supplemented by a galleries & museums listing of the artists most famous works & an illuminating"ation by the artist or an art critic. superb reproductions of many of the masterpieces discussed are also featured throughout the book. About the General Editor Steven Farthing is a painter & the Rootstein Hopkins Research Professor in Drawing at the University of Arts London. He has been teaching fine art since 1977. His paintings are exhibited in galleries throughout the world. ...

501 Verbs" titles present the 501 most common verbs in their language. Verbs are arranged alphabetically in a table format one verb per page with English translation & conjugated in all tenses & forms. Additional features in each book include common idioms with example sentences to demonstrate verb usage & grammar reviews." ...

501 Verbs" titles present the 501 most common verbs in their language. Verbs are arranged alphabetically in a table format one verb per page with English translation & conjugated in all tenses & forms. Additional features in each book include common idioms with example sentences to demonstrate verb usage & grammar reviews." ...

In 501 Most Notorious Crimes" the reader will find a fascinating line-up of notorious crooks criminals villains & thieves from the mysterious disappearance of Lord Lucan the assassination of JFK to the treason committed by Guy Fawkes. This book provides a fascinating insight into the worlds most notorious crimes." ...