Art restorer & sometime spy Gabriel Allon is asked to visit Zurich to clean the work of an Old Master for a millionaire banker. But when he gets there he finds the corpse of his client in a pool of blood beneath the masterpiece & discovers that a secret collection of priceless paintings
- stolen by Nazis in the war
- is missing. With the Swiss authorities trying to pin the murder on Allon & a powerful cabal determined to make sure this wartime secret remains buried the art restorer must use all his former spy skills to find out the truth. & with an assassin that he helped to train also on the loose Allon will need all his wits just to stay alive.

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First published in 1977 & winning its author the coveted Glenfiddich Writer of the Year Award this universally acclaimed book is regarded by many as simply the best book ever written about the making of bread. It covers all aspects of flour-milling yeast bread ovens & the different types of bread & flour available. It contains an exhaustive collection of recipes everything from plain brown wholemeal or saffron cake to drop scones & croissants; all described with her typical elegance & unrivalled knowledge. Even how to make your own yeast & keep it. But more than just a list of recipes it is an insight into an interesting & informative home-baker. Enquire within on any point connected with baking & Miss David has the answer. Nor does it omit the history of bread making from the Exodus onwards the iniquities of sliced bread & uncovers the dubious practices of some flour millers & bread manufacturers in the UK & elsewhere with amusing anecdotes & personal observations throughout. The writing style of this book has aged well & adds greatly to its charm. This is a book that should be included in every food lovers collection. Not just for those who love to cook but those who enjoy reading about food & its history & of course it is an absolute must for keen bakers. ...

From coast to coast the English landscape is still richly studded with castles both great & small. As homes or ruins these historic buildings are today largely objects of curiosity. For centuries however they were at the heart of the kingdoms social & political life. The English Castle" is a riveting architectural study that sets this legion of buildings in historical context tracing their development from the Norman Conquest in 1066 through the civil wars of the 1640s. In this magnificent compellingly written volume which

Includes:: over 350 illustrations John Goodall brings to life the history of the English castle over six centuries. In it he explores the varied architecture of these buildings & describes their changing roles in warfare politics domestic living & governance."

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A well-written contribution to the literature on the subject & will interest both the historically minded tourist & as a reference book the scholar. WAR IN HISTORY A comprehensive & concise guide to all medieval English castles of which something can still be seen today ranging from the massive keeps which still dominate the landscape to grassy earthworks & Border pele towers & spanning the centuries from the Norman Conquest to the accession of the Tudors. English Castles contains over five hundred main entries in county order each giving a brief history & description of the castle. A short introduction supplies the historical background to the explosion of castle-building in the middle ages & there is a glossary covering all aspects of castles in some detail. Full Ordnance Survey map references. ...

Among the most magnificent buildings of England are its Anglican cathedrals great symbols of spiritual & architectural power. No one can fail to marvel at Durham's incomparable Romanesque masterpiece the elegant stylistic unity of Salisbury the world-famous stained glass of Canterbury or the striking Gothic scissor arch at Wells. In this breathtaking new book award-winning Magnum photographer Peter Marlow has captured the nave of each of England's 42 Anglican cathedrals. Taken in natural light at dawn usually looking towards the east end of the building these remarkable images bring into sharp relief the full splendour of the architecture whatever the style. Marlow's spellbinding photographs are accompanied by his commentary on the project including sketches & preparatory shots; an introduction by curator Martin Barnes on the tradition of church photography in England particularly the work of Frederick Evans & Edwin Smith; & a concise summary of each cathedral interior by architectural historian John Goodall. ...

This popular history of the English Civil War tells the story of the bloody conflict between Oliver Cromwell & Charles I from the perspectives of those involved. The compelling narrative draws on new sources such as letters memoirs ballads & plays to bring to life the Roundheads & Cavaliers the foot soldiers war widows & witchfinders of one of the most significant turning points in British history culminating in Oliver Cromwell's triumph & the execution of Charles I. By blending the political & the personal Diane Purkiss illuminates both the ideologies behind the English Civil War & the fears of those who fought in it; the men who were destroyed by the conflict & those such as Oliver Cromwell who were defined by it. ...

Amazing & Extraordinary Facts about the English Countryside" explores the flora & fauna customs & traditions that give the English countryside its unique charm & special identity. From the standing stones & carvings of our ancestors to the modern farming methods & woodland management of today discover hundreds of fascinating facts about rural Engl&. Brief accessible & entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it the perfect book to dip in to. The amazing & extraordinary facts series presents interesting surprising & little-known facts & stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform absorb & entertain in equal measure." ...

In English Decoration London-based architectural & interior designer Ben Pentreath presents a major new survey of the best of the English style. Eighteen homes many of which have never been previously photographed provide the source material for his wide-ranging investigation of this classic look. The houses include Bens own homes in London & West Dorset alongside those of Earls & artists writers & architects book designers & gardeners. The book is arranged room by room & Entrance Halls Living Rooms Kitchens & Dining Rooms Bedrooms & Bathrooms are considered in turn together with simple Rooms of Utility & spectacular Rooms of Display. The book begins with an essay on the English style in decoration & ends with a style directory helping you to achieve the look wherever you live. ...

There are not many countries where the traditional dances songs & music of the past have become so successfully integrated into modern everyday life as they have in Engl&. This book tells the uninitiated where they may see folk dancing in England & how they may join in if they wish. The history & evolution of the dances that have survived & their regional variations are described & an attempt is made to explain the origins & meanings for example the handkerchiefs & bells in the morris dance & the lock of swords in the sword dance & what difference there may be between English & Scottish country dancing. The book also covers such well-known folk-dance celebrations as the Padstow & Minehead hobby horse dances & the Helston Furry Dance. ...

This best selling course has been thoroughly revised to meet the needs of todays business & economics students. English for Business Studies Third Edition reflects recent changes in the worlds business & economic environment featuring new units including Corporate Social Responsibility & Venture Capital. Covering the most important areas of management production marketing finance & macroeconomics it helps students to understand & talk about key concepts in business & economics. Using case studies discussions & role-plays the course helps learners to develop & defend their own viewpoints & new audio featuring authentic interviews with business people offers realistic listening practice. ...