When Andy Murray finally overcame Novak Djokovic in a five-set thriller to secure the 2012 US Open it was a dream fulfilled for the man from Dunblane. After four previous defeats in Grand Slam finals Murray had finally achieved what no British man had managed since the 1930s. But the story of how he got there was just as compelling as the final itself with as many twists & turns along the way. Writer Mark Hodgkinson has been covering that story since the start
- he was actually the first person to interview Murray for a national newspaper back in 2004 & has worked closely with Judy Murray in the past. In Andy Murray: Champion Hodgkinson explains how Murray first emerged as a tennis player of true quality & how his rivalry with his brother Jamie spurred him on. He looks at the close relationship Murray has with his mother & the various coaches who haved worked with him to assess their influence on his game. In a hugely competitive era of tennis with Federer Nadal & Djokovic all counted to be among the greatest tennis players of all time Murray has earned the right to be ranked alongside them all
- & this book explains how & why he has done so becoming a true national sporting icon in the process.

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Have you ever wanted to be a tennis star? This is Andy Murray's story
- from the first time he picked up a tennis racquet to his
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This striking sketchbook has a lenticular cover featuring two different Andy Warhol illustrations. Inside the deluxe unlined paper is perfect for writing or drawing & Warhols witty"es & illustrations on vellum inserts throughout will inspire you to do what he did best: elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary. ...

One of the worlds best-known artists Andy Warhol (1928-1987) still exerts influence on contemporary art & culture. Packed with information about Warhols prolific creativity as well as his other cultural interests the project follows the arc of his life. This beautifully illustrated publication reveals Warhols rags-to-riches life from his early years in Depression-era Pittsburgh to his success as an illustrator in New York City in the 1950s & his transformation into a notorious Pop Artist underground filmmaker author publisher collector recorder & iconic celebrity. With 21 beautifully produced removable facsimile documents help give an unprecedented insight into Warhols life & work in this unique & authoritative guide to this celebrated modern artist. ...

This is the perfect day for any true Liverpool supporter at their historic Anfield Stadium. This experience gives the chance to enjoy behind the scenes access in VIP style! Guests will have a 3-course meal in one of the clubs exclusive executive boxes. Next will follow an entry into the LFC museum as well as a guided stadium tour. To round off & make the day even more special a footballing legend from Liverpool Football Clubs illustrious past will be in attendance to answer any questions you may have. This could be any one from David Fairclough John Aldridge Jan Molby David Johnson Alan Kennedy or Phil Neal. Your day will include: * A 3-course lunch served in an executive box overlooking the pitch along with a complimentary drink of your choice * a tour of the LFC stadium from an expert tour guide * a visit to the LFC Museum home of the magnificent trophy cabinet * a limited edition gift to take home with you * a visit from a surprise LFC legend. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "


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The bestselling author of THE THORN BIRDS returns with a novel of laughter passion & more than a little magic! 1960 Sydneys Kings Cross. Harriet Purcell leaves her conventional respectable home & respectable passionless boyfriend & moves into a rooming house owned by Mrs. Delvecchio Schwartz. There Harriet finds a life she relishes -- excitement adventure & passion. Mrs. Delvecchio Schwartz makes a living from telling fortunes & is mother to 4-year-old Flo. Beautiful little Flo is mute & Harriet comes to love her as if Flo were her own -- & must protect her at all costs when tragedy strikes! Angel is Colleen Mc Cullough at her vintage best drawing on her own experiences of living in the Cross in the 1960s & writing of a world that has long gone. Most of all it is a tale of a womans love for a child & what she is prepared to endure to ensure her survival. ...

Willow knows she's different from other girls. & not just because she loves tinkering around with cars. Willow has a gift. She can look into people's futures know their dreams their hopes & their regrets just by touching them. She has no idea where she gets this power from
- But Alex does. Gorgeous mysterious Alex knows Willow's secret & is on a mission to stop her. The dark forces within Willow make her dangerous
- & irresistible. In spite of himself Alex finds he is falling in love with his sworn enemy.

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Writing stories that are extravagant & fanciful fifteen-year old Angel retreats to a world of romance escaping the drabness of provincial life. She knows she is different that she is destined to become a feted authoress owner of great riches & of Paradise House.. . After reading The Lady Irania publishers Brace & Gilchrist are certain the novel will be a success in spite of
- & perhaps because of
- its overblown style. But they are curious as to who could have written such a book: ' Some old lady romanticising behind lace-curtains'.. .' Angelica Deverell is too good a name to be true.. .she might be an old man. It would be an amusing variation. You are expecting to meet Mary Anne Evans & in Walks George Eliot twirling his moustache.' So nothing can prepare them for the pale young woman who sits before them with not a seed of irony or a grain of humour in her soul.

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Angels quest to resurrect Giles from the dead has brought an old friend to London
- Willow! Tensions run high as they confront
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The tenth exciting adventure in the Pony Club Secrets series sees Issie travel back to Spain to reclaim her beloved colt Storm! & learn to ride haute ecole on flying stallion Angel! Issie returns to El Caballo Danza Magnifico this time determined to bring her colt Storm back home. But first she must master haut ecole moves on stallion Angel to prove herself to the best riders in Spain. Meanwhile devious Miguel Vega is involved when mares go missing. & is love in the air at the El Caballo stables? ...