The authoritative & comprehensive text features countries not previously covered in other books a new chapter on limited editions & a chapter on materials from 1833 to the present day which defines processes such as lacquering guilloche engraving & plastic identification. The development of design & logos is illustrated by specially produced line drawings. The text is complimented by many period advertisements. Fountain Pens of the World "provides more information on pens & illustrates more pens than any other book on the subject." ...

This is Ayn Rand's story of Howard Roark a brilliant architect who dares to stand alone against the hostility of second-hand souls. First published in 1943 this best-selling novel is a passionate defense of individualism & presents an exalted view of man's creative potential; it is a book about ambition power gold & love. ...

In the 22nd century visionary scientist Vannevar Morgan conceives the most grandiose engineering project of all time & one which will revolutionize the future of humankind of space: a Space Elevator 36 000 kilometres high anchored to an equatorial island in the Indian Ocean. ...

Unapologetic unassuming & forthright the combat exploits of Executive Outcomes in Angola & Sierra Leone are recounted for the first time by a battlefield commander who was physically on the ground during all their major combat operations From fighting the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola for critical oil installations & diamond fields to the offensive against the Revolutionary United Front in Sierra Leone to capture the Kono diamond fields & the palace coup which ousted Captain Valentine Strasser van Heerden was at the forefront. He tells of the tragedy of child soldiers illegal diamond mining & the curse of government soldiers who turn on their own people; he tells of RUF atrocities the harrowing attempt to rescue a downed pilot & the efforts to recover the remains of soldiers killed in action. Coupled with van Heerdens gripping expose hitherto unpublished photographs order of battle charts & battle maps offer unprecedented access to the major actions as they took place on the ground during the heydays of Executive Outcomes. ...

The eighth novel in the Alex Cross series Alex Cross is preparing to resign from the Washington Police Force. He's enjoying the feeling; not least because the Mastermind is now in prison. & Alex has met a woman Jamilla Hughes & he is talking about the future. Then John Sampson shows up at the house desperate for Alex's help. Three young military wives have been brutally killed during a 'girls' night out' & Sampson's friend a master sergeant at the army base stands accused. Uncovering evidence of a series of suspicious murder convictions Alex & Sampson are determined to infiltrate the closed world of the military. But what is the army trying to hide? & do the mysterious symbols daubed on the house of the accused mean that there are more sinister forces at work? ...

The new bestseller from Jacqueline Wilson creator of Tracy Beaker" " Hetty Feather" & " The Illustrated Mum" is a funny moving & heartwarming story of four children who discover a way to make wishes come true. Echoing the classic E Nesbit novel " Five Children & It" this new story from this mega-selling author winner of the " Guardian" Children's Fiction Prize is a brilliant read not just for those familiar with the original book but for any of Wilson's millions of fans." ...

Four Children & It" is the number one bestseller from Jacqueline Wilson the award-winning bestselling creator of " Tracy Beaker" " Hetty Feather" & " The Illustrated Mum". A funny & heartwarming story of four children who discover an extraordinary way to make wishes come true " Four Children & It" is inspired by E Nesbit's classic " Five Children & It". Jacqueline Wilson's millions of fans will be gripped by the relationship between step-sisters Rosalind & Smash just as they love the story of sisters Jodie & Pearl in " My Sister Jodie" or Lily & Pixie in " Lily Alone". " Readers always ask who inspired me to be a writer. Well I adored E Nesbit's books as a child
- & I liked her lifestyle too. She liked Liberty clothes silver jewellery & buns for tea & so do I! My favourite E Nesbit story is " Five Children & It"
- & this is my modern day tribute to her fantastic story". (Jacqueline Wilson). Jacqueline Wilson has won many awards for her writing including the " Guardian" Children's Fiction Award & the Children's Book of the Year. She is one of the nation's favourite authors & her books are loved by young readers not only in the UK but all over the world."

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Popular guide covering the canals & waterways in Wales & to the south of Liverpool. Colour Ordnance Survey (R) maps clearly show locks towpaths & boating facilities. There are also comprehensive navigational notes as well as descriptions of the towns & villages pubs & restaurants alongside the waterways. In print for over 30 years the Collins/ Nicholson guides to the waterways have always been a vital part of journeys along Britain s canals & rivers. They are designed for anyone & everyone with an interest in Britain s inland waterways
- from experienced boaters to those planning their first boat trip as well as walkers cyclists & visitors. The Ordnance Survey (R) Maps have added information showing: * Locks bridges tunnels aqueducts winding holes & towpaths. * Waterpoints sanitary stations pump out facilities & refuse disposal. * Boatyards pubs restaurants & local shops. * Mile markers & milestones (distance in miles & number of locks to strategic points along the waterways). Text
Includes:: * The history & background to each canal. * Local services & places of interest pubs & restaurants & NEW for this edition: postcodes added for each place. * Opportunities for walking & cycling. * NEW for this edition: notes on wildlife to be found along the waterways. Comprehensive navigational notes include: * Maximum

Dimensions & low bridges. * Mileages advice & potential hazards. * Navigation authorities & contact details. Waterways covered in this guide
- Caldon & Leek Canals Llangollen Canal Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal Neath & Tennant & Swansea Canals Montgomery Canal Shropshire Union Canal Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal Trent & Mersey Canal River Weaver.




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According to ancient Yogic tradition your soul has four distinct desires: the desire for purpose the drive to become who you are meant to be; the desire for the means (money security & health) to prosper in this world; the desire for pleasures like intimacy beauty & love; & the desire for spiritual fulfillment & lasting freedom. Learning to honour these four desires is the key to happiness & to a complete & balanced life. But how can you discern what will truly satisfy your desires? How can you increase your capacity to achieve them? What if your desires seem to conflict with one another? Is it really possible to live a spiritual life while also wanting material pleasures & success? For more than three decades master teacher Rod Stryker has taught yoga in the context of its deepest philosophy. His course called The Yoga of Fulfillment" has helped thousands recognise their souls call to greatness & to achieve their dreams. Now in this wise & richly practical book he has distilled those broad teachings into a road map for becoming the person you were meant to be. It is filled with revealing true stories provocative exercises & practices for unlocking your inner guidance. & even if youve never done a yoga pose you can follow this step-by-step process to: discover your souls unique purpose
- the one you came into this world to fulfill; recognise the goal (s) you need to focus on at any given time & enliven your capacity to reach them; overcome self-defeating ideas & behaviour; recruit your deepest energies & strengthen your resolve to meet any challenge; & learn to live with joy at every stage of your growth. " The Four Desires" is nothing less than a complete path toward living your best life possible
- a life that is rich in meaning & in means a life that attracts & emanates happiness."

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In this very funny sports book (a cross between Nick Hornby & Bill Bryson) young journalist Lawrence Donegan tells the story of the summer he spent caddying for Scottish golfer Ross Drummond ranked over 400 in the world on the European Tour. This is the inside story of the geniuses the cheats the gurus & the hangers-on that make up the golf scene. A joy to read. Not since Bill Bryson plotted a random route through small-town America has such a breezy idea for a book had a happier or funnier result
- Lynne Truss The Times". Funny beautifully observed & it tells you things about sport in general & golf in particular that nobody else had thought to pass on
- Patrick Collins " Mail on Sunday"."

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