To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the first publication of the Famous Five books here are the first three Famous Five adventures in one volume. Book 1: Five On A Treasure Island A shipwreck off Kirrin Island! But where is the treasure? The Famous Five are searching for clues
- but they're not alone.. . Someone else has joined the treasure hunt. Book 2: Five Go Adventuring Again A thief at Kirrin Cottage! Who can it be? The Famous Five think they know
- but they need proof! Then they find an old map & an unusual hiding place... Book 3: Five Run Away Together Who's been on George's Island? & what is locked in the mysterious trunk hidden on Kirrin Island? The Famous Five think they're on the trail of smugglers
- until they hear a child scream... These editions feature the classic texts & Eileen A. Soper's original illustrations.


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A mysterious light on Kirrin Island a stolen safe a bag hidden in the woods a runaway horse dog thieves a Christmas Eve robbery & a whole lot of fun for the Famous Five! Read all about their exciting adventures in this delightful collection of short stories. ...

Have you ever wished you could be one of the Famous Five? Now you can be by using all the information they have collected to solve this mystery of the hidden treasure. Not just the story of a search for the bejeweled dragon this book

Includes:: useful advice on topics such as codebreaking using a compass building an escape raft first aid camping & much more.

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Lucy Streeter has never been a risk-taker
- as a single mother with a struggling business shes never felt brave enough. Her life
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Art-lovers everywhere will enjoy this pack of thirty cards each featuring a well-known painting. Each card features a famous painting with text explaining its themes in a simple & lively way. The reverse side of each card is packed with information such as the story behind the painting fun facts about the artists & their lives & even explains the artists techniques & reveals any hidden meanings behind the picture. It features paintings by Michelangelo Leonardo da Vinci Monet Renoir Picasso Titian Van Gogh Magritte Warhol Dali & more. ...

The amalgamation of the regiments of the British Army is now complete. This book a companion to volume one is a reminder of past glories. Thirty-six famous regiments are featured
- their battle honours their badges their most famous sons
- & just as in volume one the stories of the actions of Victoria Cross holders. Each regiment's section

Includes:: artworks & photographs illustrating insignia uniforms & soldiers in action down through the centuries. While the tales of courage & loss are in themselves enthralling Dorian Bond has provided a great deal of information about these bodies of men that is also intriguing: who were the so-called Minden regiments for example? & why were the men of the East Surrey Regiment known as the ' Young Buffs'? Covering action wherever the regiments found it from the Ardennes to Tibet Famous Regiments of the British Army Volume Two by its very nature tells the stories of some of the most famous battles in history. All royalties earned from sales of this book as for volume one have been kindly donated by the author to Help for Heroes.



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As the amalgamation of all the famous regiments of the British Army is completed this book is a timely reminder of past glories. Thirty-five of the most famous regiments are featured
- their battle honours their badges their most famous sons
- & the stories of the actions of Victoria Cross holders. Each Regiment's section is accompanied by colour pictures illustrating colours uniforms & soldiers in action. The omission of some regiments will infuriate some but this is the first of two volumes & many of these will be included in Volume 2. Dorian Bond reveals the history of these unique bodies of men how the Glorious Glosters
- the Gloucestershire regiment
- were once known as the Slashers after a Montreal magistrate's ear was cut off in 1764. Why does their badge today feature the Sphinx? Because of service in Egypt in 1801. Covering action wherever the regiments found it from Flanders Ireland America the West Indies the Crimea Burma & Korea Famous Regiments of the British Army" tells the tales of some of the most famous battles in history from Ramillies to Talavera & Waterloo & the role these regiments played."



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Aimed at rugby fans everywhere A Fans Guide to World Rugby" features entries on the worlds greatest & most exciting clubs & home stadia. From Scotland to New Zealand & Argentina to South Africa this is the ultimate guide to the best international rugby clubs & their home nations. Written by fans for fans this book

Includes:: detailed information on the rugby culture & history of each country alongside key statistics about players & results. Stadium guides reveal key facts about the worlds greatest venues including contact details & how to get there. City guides explore the most interesting things to discover outside of the stadium including an at-a-glance guide to top attractions. Vibrantly illustrated to capture the atmosphere "A Fans Guide to World Rugby" will appeal to all rugby fans looking to find out more about international teams & all those travelling to watch thrilling rugby live."

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This title is updated & revised for 2012. This is a fans guide to the 92 Football Grounds in England & Wales that comprise the Barclays Premier & npower Football Leagues plus Wembley Stadium. An updated & revised edition the guide provides a wealth of information for the travelling supporter to make the matchday experience a more enjoyable one. Inside you will find ground descriptions specific information for away fans directions by car location of the nearest railway station local pub listings & much more. The guide also contains colour photos of every ground included which have all been personally visited by the author. It is an essential companion for every fan who follows their team away from home or for those who have a general interest in football grounds. ...

Girls of all ages will love dressing the dolls in the fancy dress outfits in this exciting new title in the incredibly popular Sticker Dolly Dressing" series. They can choose clothes for all kinds of parties including dazzling gowns for a masked ball pretty fairy dresses for a secret garden party swashbuckling costumes for a pirate party spooky trick or treat outfits for Halloween night & lots lots more. With over 250 clothing & accessory stickers to choose from there are plenty of outfits to create." ...