This is the spectacular rags-to-riches story of James Morrison (1789-1857) who began life humbly but through hard work & entrepreneurial brilliance acquired a fortune unequalled in nineteenth-century Engl&. Using the extensive Morrison archive Caroline Dakers presents the first substantial biography of the richest commoner in England recounting the details of Morrisons personal life while also placing him in the Victorian age of enterprise that made his success possible. An affectionate husband & father of ten Morrison made his first fortune in textiles then a second in international finance. He invested in North American railways was involved in global trade from Canton to Valparaiso created hundreds of jobs & relished the challenges of the science of business. His success enabled him to acquire land houses & works of art on a scale to rival the grandest of aristocrats. ...

Seeing Delia without her sunglasses on is a BIG shock but that's nothing compared with the surprise Dad has in store for me with his new found fitness regime. He says he's going to compete at my Sport's Day. Shame! Meanwhile Derek Norman & I keep practicing in DOGZOMBIES so we're really ready for the school Talent Show."" ...

Is your dog purposefully disobeying you? Probably & usually behind your back. Why shouldn't you act like top dog" to maintain control? You're better off displaying your friendliness. Starting with a landmark discovery in 1995 by evolutionary anthropologist Brian Hare a wunderkind who now leads the field scientists have learned how dogs think. Then Hare proved that his family's dog was not only cleverer than any fox but also cleverer than any chimp. Now Hare & science writer Vanessa Woods share all of the secrets of dogs' uniquely evolved intelligence how to understand your dog's world & how exactly your dog is a genius." ...

Genius shows you how to channel the life-changing principles of creativity to help you achieve more succeed & become instantly smarter. This book delivers a fantastic array of simple powerful techniques to help anybody be instantly ingenious & increasingly mentally skilful. You will learn to creatively solve problems generate brilliantly original ideas use clever tactics to persuade & influence & look for once in a lifetime opportunities to shine succeed & really stand out. ...

Gennaro shows that good family cooking doesnt have to be complicated. Whether youre looking for a soup a salad a quick pasta dish a slow-cooked Sunday lunch or something for a special occasion this book has the recipes for you. Everyday dishes such as Trofie pasta with green beans & basil Ricotta dumplings & Beetroot salad sit alongside special occasion meals such as Rack of lamb with artichokes Roast chicken with lemon & herbs & Homemade ravioli. There are dishes for all ages with plenty of recipes for kids including pizzas & simple pasta dishes & lots of ideas for getting the children involved with the cooking. Gorgeous desserts such as Summer fruit jellies Coffee meringues & a delicious trifle & traditional Italian preserves such as Preserved peaches & Small filled peppers make this book irresistible. ...

Bravo to our amazing Jane Brocket who has such a distinct personal flavour & shares with us ways to play with floral fabrics. I defy anyone who quilts not to go running to a fabric shop & get stuck into a new project. Kaffe Fassett * Create totally unique quilts for family & friends * stunning inspirational photography throughout * Discover how to quilt & design with complete confidence The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making is a charming inspirational & practical collection of 15 quilts for would-be quilters by leading author Jane Brocket. Theres a Russian Shawl Quilt inspired by traditional motifs of Russian folk art a Floral Frocks Quilt inspired by summer dresses flower gardens & herbaceous borders & a Suits & Ties Quilt reusing sober woollen suiting contrasting with extravagant silk ties designed in an Irish Chain. Finally a practical section covers all the knowledge youll need
- from chain-piecing h&-quilting & sandwiching to binding storage & caring for your quilt. Armed with the design tools you can embark on your quilting journey & begin creating your own personal masterpiece.
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With an emphasis on Jane Brockets gentle approach to craft this book celebrates the simple act & very enjoyable pleasures of stitching. In a collection of more than 40 projects Jane will show you how to make simple stylish & eye-catching pieces for your home. Whatever you choose to make from quilts & samplers to needlepoint pin cushions & stitched greetings cards Janes unique take on stitching will ensure that the creative process is as enjoyable as seeing the finished object. The authors text & photographs outline her inspiration for each project &

Includes:: her top tips on the best places to find fabrics ribbon buttons & everything else you need to create beautiful gentle stitching. With techniques as varied as Japanese Sashiko kantha quilting traditional cross stitch & modern day crinoline ladies there is something here for every keen stitcher. Word count: 50 000

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This hilarious take on motoring from the AA offers advice on every conceivable aspect of motoring
- from the desirability of lashings
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Have you ever found that once you are between the sheets Madame Bovary is too heavy magazines are too slippery & The Guns of Navarone too long? In that case A Gentleman's Bedside Book" is perfectly designed to satisfy those final moments of the days with facts stories ideas & instructions that will help every bright boy to become a smarter man with a well rounded curriculum of lessons in Science English Home Economics R.E Modern Languages P.E Art Music & Woodwork. This is a lucky dip of bedside derring-do humour & oddity written in his unique style by best-selling humourist Tom Cutler. It is constantly surprising ridiculously fascinating & very very funny. It

Includes:: such entries as: human anatomy for the practical man; the most frequent dream subjects; delicious caustic curries you can make; emergency meals from nowhere; shaving
- top tips from the pros; deerstalkers & why they matter; & how to grow a dashing moustache. This title also

Includes:: entries such as: how to open a Champagne bottle with a sword; Samuel Pepys
- the rude bits; best ever book titles; tongue twisters; those you may not marry from " The Book of Common Prayer"; the worst ever movie dialogue; useful foreign chat-up lines; an international swearing dictionary; filthy foreign food; historic dumb predictions; the history of concrete; dad rock; coming out on top in a pub brawl; how to dissolve your wife; mental arithmetic tricks for the practical man
- ten tricks; famous car crashes & victims; the seven habits of the highly effective Lothario; really bad chat-up lines; best urban legends
- a list; sword swallowing for fun & profit; how to develop a gigantic memory; & mind blowing mind reading for the complete novice."







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Once upon a time ordering a cocktail at a bar was the kind of thing an aging lothario might do to impress a girl. But these days knowing your Margarita from your Mojito & your Old-Fashioned from your Tom Collins is essential knowledge for every modern gent. In The Gentleman's Guide to Cocktails Alfred Tong will teach you all you need to know about the fine art of mixology. From tools of the trade to muddling & mixing schmoozing & shaking & including secrets from some of the world's best bartenders you'll be mixing with mojo in no time. Hone your skills with over 100 recipes ranging from classics like Bloody Marys & Whiskey Sours to modern marvels such as the Flirtini the Don Draper & Under the Boardwalk. Slick & stylish dapper & dandy The Gentleman's Guide to Cocktails will turn you into the man who mixes. Is it worth the time just to get a drink I hear you ask? Well yes it does require some effort but then so does having a suit made seducing a woman or landing that contract. Doing it properly matters. This book is going to show you how. ...