An extraordinary epic of love family & war set in the Basque town of Guernica before during & after its destruction by the German Luftwaffe during the Spanish Civil War. In 1935 Miguel Navarro finds himself in conflict with the Spanish Civil Guard & flees the Basque fishing village of Lekeitio to make a new start in Guernica the centre of Basque culture & tradition. Once there he finds more than just a new life -- he finds someone to live for. Miren Ansotegui is the charismatic & graceful dancer he meets & the two discover a love they believe nothing can destroy.. . Rich in the history of the region the Red Baron the Luftwaffe & even Picasso make appearances in Guernica as the fate of the Navarro family is traced through the early decades of the twentieth century. A heart-rending yet life-affirming story Daily Mail ...

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Pocket-sized full-colour guide describing a car tour around Guernsey's coast (with accompanying fold-out touring map) & days out on the nearby islands of Alderney Sark & Herm. There are 11 walks on Guernsey & one each on the other three islands all illustrated with full-size 1:25 000 HMSO/ Ordnance Survey maps (the only source for these maps which are now out of print). Apart from marvellous coastal scenery there is much to explore of the island's past. For example you could follow some of Guernsey's 'green lanes' & 'water lanes'
- centuries-old paths once used by pack-horses & donkeys or follow a route that takes in the relics of prehistoric burial grounds as well as remnants of the German Occupation during World War II. Guernsey's coastline provides challenging cliff paths with steep climbs & lots of steps. Elsewhere the walking is very easy since the terrain is almost level. Local transport timetables. Free on-line update service with specific route change information. Series (50 destinations) dubbed 'the blue Bibles' by the Sunday Times.
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In June 1940 17 000 people fled Guernsey to England including 5 000 school children with their teachers & 500 mothers as helpers. The Channel Islands were occupied on 30 June
- the only part of British territory that was occupied by Nazi forces during the Second World War. Most evacuees were transported to smoky industrial towns in Northern England
- an environment so very different to their rural isl&. For five years they made new lives in towns where the local accent was often confusing but for most the generosity shown to them was astounding. They received assistance from Canada & the USA
- one Guernsey school was sponsored by wealthy Americans such as Eleanor Roosevelt & Hollywood stars. From May 1945 the evacuees began to return home although many decided to remain in Engl&. Wartime bonds were forged between Guernsey & Northern England that were so strong they still exist today.


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It's 1946 & author Juliet Ashton can't think what to write next. Out of the blue she receives a letter from Dawsey Adams of Guernsey
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Little readers can love the Nutbrown Hares from spring to summer to fall to winter--and back--with this gorgeous collection of four sweet stories. Little Nutbrown Hare has lots of questions when growing things start to sprout in the spring--and wonders what he will turn into one day. By summer he notices colors everywhere but theres one that hes sure he likes best. The autumn wind inspires hiding & chasing--and a funny surprise for Big Nutbrown Hare. & when wintertime comes playing I Spy" games is especially fun in the snow. These simple endearing tales starring two of the worlds most beloved characters are perfect for sharing with little hares any time of year." ...

This is a bestselling picture book
- brought to life with an animated DVD! 'I love you right up to the moon
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An unfolding cut-paper edition of the classic picture book story Guess How Much I Love You". "I love you right up to the moon
- & back." " Guess How Much I Love You" is the story of Big Nutbrown Hare & Little Nutbrown Hare & the adorable game they play to express their love for each other. But as each tries to outdo the other the hares discover that love is not an easy thing to measure! This dainty new pocket pop-up comes in a gorgeous slipcase & folds out to a length of 150 cm with beautiful cut-paper devices. With sales of over 28 million copies " Guess How Much I Love You" is the perfect present to give to the one you love. It is a delightful gift box edition for children & adults alike. Printed front & back the story reads across both sides of the miniature concertina & extends to 150 cm long! Delicate pops throughout to enhance storytelling. It is a charming impulse buy; great for counter displays baskets or shelves."
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The Guess How Much I Love You Snuggle Book"
- theres no better way to go to bed! This deliciously soft bedtime snuggle book
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Big & Little Nutbrown Hare from the multi-million-selling picture book Guess How Much I Love You return in these four seasonal picture books: Spring Summer Autumn & Winter. Each captivating story is seasonally themed & beautifully illustrated & the four books are collected in a covetable miniature slipcase
- perfect for sharing with your very own Little Nutbrown Hare no matter the time of year!
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