The King James Bible has often been called the Book of Books both in itself & in what it stands for. Since its publication in 1611 it has been the best selling book in the world & many believe had the greatest impact. The King James Bible has spread the Protestant faith. It has also been the greatest influence on the enrichment of the English language & its literature. It has been the Bible of wars from the British Civil War in the seventeenth century to the American Civil War two centuries later & it has been carried into battle in innumerable conflicts since then. Its influence on social movements
- particularly involving women in the nineteenth & twentieth centuries
- & politics was profound. It was crucial to the growth of democracy. It was integral to the abolition of slavery & it defined attitudes to modern science education & sex. As THE ADVENTURE OF ENGLISH explored the history of our language so THE BOOK OF BOOKS reveals the extraordinary & still-felt impact of a work created 400 years ago.

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The great stories of the Old & New Testaments are best understood in the contexts in which they were shaped: contexts which help sift storytelling & history poetry & prose chronicle & commentary. Trevor Dennis is an academic theologian with a gift for storytelling. In this highly acclaimed Bible retelling now available in a new format edition he goes back to the roots of the biblical writings bringing fresh insights into the familiar stories in his novelistic retelling. His aim to bring the stories of the Bible alive is achieved in a book which brims with verve humour & originality in a style that will appeal to readers of all ages. ...

Featuring more than 100 routes from around the shores of England Wales & Scotland the Book of Britains Coastal Walks offers something for everyone. Whether a family on a day out at the seaside an experienced rambler along coastal paths or just someone wanting to explore a new & fascinating coastal landscape this book provides a wealth of routes that are well worth exploring. The six regions of the book (Southwest England; Southeast England; Eastern England; Northern England; Wales; Scotland) contain a selection of walks at varying levels of difficulty. Each walk has a clear easy-to-follow map & route description & is accompanied by a detailed background history about the local area. Information about local parking toilets & dog friendliness are also provided alongside beautiful photography of Britain at its very best. ...

Walking is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Britain. Featuring more than 100 routes from across the country this fully-revised edition of the Book of Britains Walks" offers something for everyone. Whether a family on a day out a seasoned rambler or just someone wanting to explore a new part of the country this book provides a wealth of walks around both well-known landmarks & hidden gems that are well-worth exploring. The six regions of the book (Southwest England; Southeast England; Central England; Northern England; Wales; & Scotland) contain a selection of walks at varying levels of difficulty. Each walk has a clear easy-to-follow map & route description & is accompanied by a detailed background history about the local area. A free pocket book version provides a practical companion for all those eager to head out & try the illustrated walks of the larger edition." ...

Good Housekeeping Book of British Food is a superb collection of imaginatively prepared home-produced fare using fresh ingredients ...

What is the significance of holly at Christmas? When should you make your figgy pudding? Why was the Old Lads Passing Bell rung on Christmas Eve? & who was Good King Wenceslas? Did you know that long before turkey arrived on our shores it was traditional to serve a roasted wild boars head at Christmas? Or that our Christmases were once so cold that Frost Fairs were held on the River Thames? Christmas Day was first celebrated on 25 December in the fourth century CE. But when should our Christmas decorations come down
- Twelfth Day Twelfth Night.. .or Candlemas? & why? Packed with fascinating facts about ancient religious customs & traditional feasts instructions for Victorian parlour games & the stories behind our favourite carols The Book of Christmas" is a captivating volume about our Christmas past."
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See the sky as you never have before. Using a series of his awe-inspiring images photographer & scientist John Day
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The Book of Common Prayer is the old & well-loved prayer book of the Church of England in use since the 16th century. It has also become one of the classic English texts its prayers & expressions helping to mould the English language into what it is today. Cambridge's new editions of the Prayer Book have been freshly typeset for the 21st century using a modern digital typeface to give a clear printing image & greater readability. Nevertheless the format & page layout of this book follow the earlier Large-Print Edition Prayer Book page for page. It provides the complete 1662 services
- including the traditional forms of the baptism & marriage services. The prayer book comes in a burgundy imitation leather hardback binding & will be helpful for anyone needing slightly larger print for ease of reading.
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The Book of Common Prayer is the old & well-loved prayer book of the Church of England in use since the 16th century in homes & churches throughout the l&. It has become one of the classic English texts its prayers & expressions helping to mould the English language into what it is today. Cambridge's new editions of the Prayer Book have been freshly typeset for the 21st century using a modern digital typeface to give a clear printing image & greater readability. Nevertheless the format & page layout follow the earlier Standard Edition Prayer Book page for page. It provides the complete 1662 services including the traditional forms of the baptism & marriage services. This book comes in a white imitation leather cased binding in a decorative wrap. It will make a fitting & useful gift for a wedding christening or other special occasion. ...

This title offers a dazzling introduction to the world of dance. From ballet to breaking tap to the tango The Book of Dance" takes a unique look at a huge variety of international dance styles to excite any young wannabe dancer. Top tips techniques & step-by-step guides to basic dance moves are included so you can even have a go yourself. " The Book of Dance"

Includes:: beautiful images from popular productions of classical favourites such as " The Nutcracker" " Broadway" show stoppers & Bollywood routines. With features on Michael Jackson Fred Astaire & some of the greatest ballerinas to tread the boards you can read all about your dance heroes; & the dances that inspired them with sections on the history of styles & techniques. Whether you love to bodypop shake your stuff in the salsa or pas-de-deux across your bedroom floor " The Book of Dance" is the ultimate guide to dance."

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