This is a complete collection of the classic Borrowers stories by Mary Norton. The Borrowers": The Borrowers own nothing at all; they live in the secret places of quiet old houses
- behind the mantelpiece inside the harpsichord under the kitchen clock. Everything they have is borrowed from the 'human beans' who don't even know they exist. Arrietty's father Pod is an expert Borrower
- he can scale curtains using a hatpin & bring back a doll's teacup without breaking it. Girls aren't supposed to go borrowing but as Arrietty is an only child her father breaks the rule. But then Arrietty makes friends with a boy
- a 'human bean'
- & from that moment danger is never far away for above all else they must avoid the great disaster of 'being seen'. " The Borrowers Afield": The Pod family escape to the fields where their cousins live but it's a long & dangerous journey. At last they find a new home & adapt to country life. " The Borrowers Afloat": Homeless again Arrietty looks forward to a life away from the dark country cottage to one full of sunshine. " The Borrowers Aloft": The family are now living in the model village of Little Fordham
- a complete village tailored to their size. All they have to do is avoid being seen by the visitors but one night the owner of a rival village comes with a cardboard box ready to catch them..." The Borrowers Avenged": Pod Homily & Arrietty have managed to escape with the help of Spiller. They move into the old rectory where they live happily until the Potters come looking for them. After a horrifying encounter in the church the Potters get their just desserts & the Borrowers can live peacefully once & for all. Poor Stainless: Young Stainless a Borrower boy goes missing on a mission to borrow some parsley & an enormous search ensues. Mary Norton was born in 1903 & brought up in a house in Bedfordshire which was to become the setting for " The Borrowers". First published in 1952 " The Borrowers" was an imediate success winning the Library Association's Carnegie Medal. There followed four more Borrowers books: " The Borrowers Afield" (1955) " The Borrowers Afloat" (1959) " The Borrowers Aloft" (1961) & " The Borrowers Avenged" (1982). " Poor Stainless" was the last Borrowers story Mary Norton wrote. She died in 1992."




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This boxed set contains all seven of the Pictorial Guides to the Lakeland Fells by the fell walking legend A. Wainwright. For this Anniversary edition the pages were freshly reproduced from the original artwork & printed & bound to match the original books as closely as possible. Maps & text are as Wainwright wrote them. Since the guides were compiled half a century ago they have been treasured by generations of walkers & television programmes in the year of the centenary of Wainwright's birth introduced them to new enthusiasts. There were no guides like these before Wainwright devised them & in the years since they were first published they have never been matched. This boxed set of all seven books is the perfect gift for walkers & lovers of the Lakeland fells. ...

The mice of Brambly Hedge have been delighting adults & children alike for more than thirty years. All eight of the classic picture books are brought together in this exquisite volume. The mice of Brambly Hedge made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were published. Ever since readers have loved exploring the miniature world of the hedgerow & meeting the families that live there. In this collection the mice have many adventures but they always have time for fun & relaxation too. Whatever the season & whether they are by the sea in the High Hills or simply at home by the fire there is always someone ready to lend a helping h&. Contains: Spring Story Summer Story Autumn Story Winter Story Poppy's Babies Sea Story The High Hills The Secret ...

Parenthood can be a time of great inner turmoil for a woman yet parenting books invariably focus on nurturing children rather than the mothers who struggle to raise them. Sarah Napthali takes us on a journey through the challenges (and the pleasures!) of raising children using Buddhist teachings & principles to help her answer the eternal questions of mothers everywhere: Who am I now? Where am I going? & how can I do my best by my children & myself? This wisdom also allows space for the deeper reflections about who we are & what makes us happy. Writing from personal experience & weaving in stories from other mothers throughout her narrative Sarah shows us how spiritual & mindful parenting can help all mothers to be more open & content. Even if exploring Buddhism at this busy stage of your life is not where you thought youd be its well worth reading this book. It can make a difference. ...

This book has been written to meet the needs of students following the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) IGCSE & O Level syllabus for Business Studies. It contains a wealth of engaging activities & features covering all aspects of the syllabus content with an attractive full colour layout making the subject relevant & accessible for students. With its highly interactive approach practical guidance & new case studies from businesses across the globe this book is the perfect resource for the international student. Each book is accompanied by a student CD-Rom providing a wealth of additional support for students from exercises & revision tips to exam questions & model answers. Fully endorsed by University of Cambridge International Examinations. ...

Calvin & Hobbes is unquestionably one of the most popular comic strips of all time. The imaginative world of a boy & his real-only-to-him tiger was first syndicated in 1985 & appeared in more than 2 400 newspapers when Bill Watterson retired on January 1 1996. The entire body of Calvin & Hobbes cartoons was originally published in hardcover as a truly noteworthy tribute to this singular cartoon in The Complete Calvin & Hobbes. Available for the first time in paperback these four full-colour volumes in a sturdy slipcase include all the Calvin & Hobbes cartoons that ever appeared in syndication. This is the treasure that all Calvin & Hobbes fans seek. ...

In this follow-up to the successful Complete Car Modeller 1 Gerald Wingrove takes the aspiring modeller to the next level by describing in detail the process & skills involved in the construction of his world-famous 1/15 scale models. His example subject throughout the book is the fabulous Weinberger Bugatti Royale. The author describes the ideal workshop the tools for the job & gives an explanation of the best method of acquiring the necessary information on the chosen subject. Materials & skills are detailed & descriptions of the chief processes by which he interprets in the metal each component of the car & how he painstakingly assembles a true representation of each main sub-assembly. Thus the re-creation of the Royale including all engine & chassis detail is revealed step-by-step.

Includes:: full plans for the Bugatti Royale not previously published.

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The Complete Cat is an essential reference book that covers every aspect of cat ownership. Drawing on the breadth of knowledge gained over many years it is an absolute must-have for cat owners. It

Includes:: sections on: taking in stray cats; what to look for in a good cat breeder; effective flea control; diet & nutrition; giving your cat a tablet; poisonous household items; special needs for the elderly cat; & many more...

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The irresistible appeal of caves is obvious from the enduring popularity of commercialized show-caves: dark mysterious & beautiful the hidden world of caves draws the visitor ever deeper. However although it is one small step from the concrete path to the rugged cave floor & from tourist to caver it is a step that most are reluctant to take. Those few who do venture into the wild cave discover a world of spectacular halls grottoes rivers & waterfalls. ...

This is a highly respectable & authoritative self-help guide on all the anxiety disorders: generalised anxiety disorder health anxiety panic phobias social anxiety OCD. Edited by three leading CBT clinicians in the UK this comprehensive guide offers individual CBT-based treatments for a wide range of anxiety problems. Each individual treatment reflects current the treatment in the UK for that anxiety disorder & is written by the clinician responsible for developing that treatment in the first place. Contributors include: Lars-Goran Ost (phobias); Dr Gillian Butler (social phobia
- Gillian is the author of Overcoming Social Anxiety & Shyness"); Anke Ehlers & Jennifer Wild (PTSD); Nick Grey & David M. Clark (panic disorder); Heather Hadjistavropoulos (health anxiety); Kevin Meares & Mark Freeston (Generalised Anxiety Disorder); & Roz Shafran & Adam Radomsky (OCD). It is an ideal resource not only for those experiencing anxiety problems but CBT therapists & IAPT workers."
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