An eminent ageing Australian writer is invited to contribute to a book entitled Strong Opinions. For him troubled by Australias complicity in the wars in the Middle East it is a chance to air some urgent concerns: how should a citizen of a modern democracy react to their states involvement in an immoral war on terror a war that involves the use of torture? Then in the laundry room of his apartment block he encounters an alluring young woman. He offers her work typing up his manuscript. Anya is not interested in politics but the job will be a welcome distraction as will the writers evident attraction towards her. Her boyfriend Alan is an investment consultant who understands the world in harsh economic terms. Suspicious of his trophy girlfriends new pastime Alan begins to formulate a plan... ...

This diary charts the ups & downs of a CFD trader
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' If you are accompanied by a dog you can talk to anyone & anyone can talk to you
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If Adrian Mole had grown up to be a grumpy old git who had to cope with failed marriage & a life-sucking job & worse whose colleagues actually thought he was a miserable old git he might be a bit like Dave Cross. Diary of a Grumpy Old Git" is the laugh-out-loud diary of Dave Cross a man who thought he was reasonably cheerful until someone from his office bought him a Grumpy Old Man diary for Christmas. Determined to prove them wrong he resolves to be positive for an entire year. But its not easy when your wife has run off with an estate agent called Brad & youve got a young ambitious new boss who is determined to make you actually do some work. Add to this the everyday horrors of public transport shopping technology popular culture & dating & a sunny outlook is too much to ask. But with his fiftieth birthday fast approaching Dave is determined to make his life less shambolic. Fantastically witty & painfully accurate " Diary of a Grumpy Old Git" will appeal to anyone grumpy old git or otherwise..." ...

Barton Biggs was a Wall Street legend trusted by investors around the globe. Now in his last book Biggs offers savvy insights into the innermost workings of the markets--today & for the years to come. Packed with keen insights global experiences & opinionated stances on investing Diary of a Hedgehog: Biggs Final Words on the Markets explores the ongoing downward economic spiral & where its headed to help readers keep their money safe & secure. Offering a unique look at the current state of the markets why they continue to be depressed & where we can go from here Diary of a Hedgehog: Biggs Final Words on the Markets is the ultimate guide to how investors--and the general public--should be handling their finances. The last book from investment legend Barton Biggs Offers investors & business readers of all levels of experience new insights into the current economic crisis Presents news ideas for readers looking to make the most of their money in the face of ongoing market turbulence Insightful & creative Diary of a Hedgehog: Biggs Final Words on the Markets is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to understand whats up with the market where its headed & how to respond. ...

Im so pleased I found the NAAFI. It has opened up a new life for me... Former Land Girl Eve recollects her time as a NAAFI girl at an Army camp in Devon. Life was full of fascinating characters
- young new army recruits handsome officers fellow NAAFI staff
- all with their own stories & problems. Eve learnt to be agony aunt nurse confidant friend... Every day was a different experience
- & often sheer hard work! Eves story told in a refreshing & light-hearted way brings to life the work of a very undervalued institution in the post-war years. Poignant evocative & thoroughly entertaining.


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Channelling a razor-sharp satire through the everyday mishaps of the immortal comic character Mr Pooter George & Weedon. Grossmiths The Diary of a Nobody" is edited with an introduction & notes by Ed Glinert in " Penguin Classics". Mr Pooter is a man of modest ambitions content with his ordinary life. Yet he always seems to be troubled by disagreeable tradesmen impertinent young office clerks & wayward friends not to mention his devil-may-care son Lupin with his unsuitable choice of bride. In the bumbling absurd yet ultimately endearing character of Pooter the Grossmith brothers created a wonderful portrait of the class system & the inherent snobbishness of the suburban middle-class suburbia
- one which sends up the late Victorian crazes for Aestheticism spiritualism & bicycling as well as the fashion for publishing diaries by anybody & everybody. This edition contains the original illustrations by Weedon Grossmith & an introduction by Ed Glinert author of " The London Compendium" discussing the novels serialisation in " Punch" the growth of the suburbs & the figure of Mrs Pooter. George Grossmith (1847-1912) initially worked as a journalist reporting Police Court proceedings for " The Times". In 1870 he began his career as a singer & entertainer creating some of the most memorable characters in Gilbert & Sullivans operettas. Weedon Grossmith (1854-1919) brother of George was educated at the Slade & the Royal Academy with a view to following a career as a painter & exhibited at the Grosvenor Gallery & the Royal Academy. Joining a theatre company in 1885 he toured the provinces & America. The best-known of his many plays " The Night of the Party" was published in 1901. If you enjoyed " The Diary of a Nobody" you might like Jerome K. Jeromes " Three Men in a Boat" also available in " Penguin Classics". " The funniest book in the world." (" Evelyn Waugh"). " True humour.. .with its mixture of absurdity irony & affection.. .a masterpiece immortal." (J.B. Priestley)."
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The Diary of a Nobody is so unassuming a work that even its author George Grossmith seemed unaware that he had produced a masterpiece. For more than a century this wonderfully comic portrayal of suburban life & values has remained in print a source of delight to generations of readers & a major literary influence much imitated but never equalled. If you don't recognise yourself at some point in The Diary you are probably less than human. If you can read it without laughing aloud you have no sense of humour. ...

Katie is an expert on operating grown-ups. She knows exactly how to get the best out of them so she decides to write a guide to help the worlds long-suffering teenagers do the same. But then Katies mum starts dating the awful Yellow Tie Man. Suddenly Mums acting completely out of character & totally out of control. ...

This classic book is now re-published by Independent Music Press & is available for the first time in 15 years. Diary of a Rock n Roll Star was probably the first ever rock autobiography & is universally acknowledged as a classic. Mott The Hoople were one of the leading lights of the world rock scene in the early 70s & were David Bowies favorite group (he produced them as well) playing to sell-out stadium shows worldwide. Their biggest hit was the smash All The Young Dudes written for them by Bowie. First published in 1974 to coincide with their huge global success Diary gives a unique insight into a world famous band on the road. Critically acclaimed & a huge international best-seller. Having been out of print for years the book was re-issued due to popular demand ...