May 1194. Finally released from captivity Richard the Lionheart is in Normandy engaged in a bloody war to drive the French out of his continental patrimony. Using the brutal tactics of medieval warfare
- siege savagery & scorched earth
- the Lionheart is gradually pushing back the forces of King Philip of France. By his side in this epic struggle are Robert Earl of Locksley better known as the erstwhile outlaw Robin Hood & Sir Alan Dale his loyal friend & a musician & warrior of great skill & renown. But while the battles rage & the bodies pile up Robin seems only to be interested in making a profit from the devastation of war while Alan is preoccupied with discovering the identity the man who ordered his fathers death ten years earlier
- & the mystery is leading him towards to Paris deep in the heart of the enemys territory.. .


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May 1194. Finally released from captivity Richard the Lionheart is in Normandy engaged in a bloody war to drive the French out of his continental patrimony. Using the brutal tactics of medieval warfare
- siege savagery & scorched earth
- the Lionheart is gradually pushing back the forces of King Philip of France. By his side in this epic struggle are Robert Earl of Locksley better known as the erstwhile outlaw Robin Hood & Sir Alan Dale his loyal friend & a musician & warrior of great skill & renown. But while the battles rage & the bodies pile up Robin seems only to be interested in making a profit from the devastation of war while Alan is preoccupied with discovering the identity the man who ordered his father's death ten years earlier
- & the mystery is leading him to Paris deep in the heart of the enemy's territory.. .


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Greater & Lesser Helium are united behind Dejah Thoris. But just when things seem to be getting back to normal Heliums precious supply of water begins running dry. Dejah heads to the Antarctic ice caps to investigate only to find herself pulled into the deadly mysteries of the forbidden south. This is a swashbuckling adventure of sky pirates renegade princesses lost treasure & ancient curses abound in Dejah Thoris: Pirate Queen of Mars"! This title collects issues numbered 6-10 of the ongoing series along with a complete cover gallery & bonus material." ...

More fantastic adventure tales written by Bernard Cornwell. This collection contains Excalibur Winter King & Enemy of God. A triology containing Excalibur Winter King & Enemy of God. Excalibur The third novel in the Warlords Chronicle Excalibur: A Novel of Arthur immerses the reader in the Britain of the Dark Ages. Merlin the greatest of the Druids believes that the ancient gods are deserting Britain & that the invading Saxons cant be defeated without the gods help. Mordred reigns with a brutal hand & Arthur sees his dreams of peace evaporate. The author provides exciting descriptions of swordplay & battles interspersed with somewhat gruesome depictions of ordinary life in those days--greasy waist-length beards serving as napkins lambs bloodily sacrificed before festivals & rampant lice. Winter King Cornwell really is one of the nations most impressive authors. & whether hes writing a maritime thriller or a napoleonic war novel he never disapoints. The Winter King sees the beginning of the Warlord Chronicles quite possibly the best series hes written & follows the story of Derfel through childhood into Arthurs service & in the following books through war & into his old age. Enemy of God Enemy of God is the second book in The Warlord Chronicles series by Bernard Cornwell. The trilogy tells the legend of Arthur seen through the eyes of his follower Derfel Cadarn. ...

For anyone fascinated by Jewish culinary culture look no further. With incredible elan Ruth Joseph together with food writer Simon Round takes you on a mouthwatering exploration of recipes lovingly created by generations of Ashkenazi & Sephardi Jewish mothers for family meals & festive celebrations. The book emphasises the centrality of Jewish food to Jewish life & showcases Ruths fascination with the origins of ingredients & meanings of dishes. The books 150 accessible recipes enable you to make authentic Jewish food without the intimidation. Chapters include starters salads preserves desserts fish poultry meat. There are also chapters on Jewish bread & Passover dishes & a demystifying glossary of terms & easy-to-digest breakdown of Jewish dietary laws. Learn how to master everything from Holishkes (individual stuffed cabbage leaves in a rich tomato sauce) to the Blintz (pancakes filled with sweetened cream cheese) & Kreplach which is served at Purim & Yom Kippur. In addition to its host of classic dishes the book also contains modern recipes & plenty of vegetarian options such as Baba Ganoush Hummus & Falafel to satisfy everyone. ...

'R' is a zombie. He has no name no memories & no pulse but he has dreams. He is a little different from his fellow Dead. Amongst the ruins of an abandoned city R meets a girl. Her name is Julie & she is the opposite of everything he knows
- warm & bright & very much alive she is a blast of colour in a dreary grey landscape. For reasons he can't understand R chooses to save Julie instead of eating her & a tense yet strangely tender relationship begins. This has never happened before. It breaks the rules & defies logic but R is no longer content with life in the grave. He wants to breathe again he wants to live & Julie wants to help him. But their grim rotting world won't be changed without a fight...
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OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map & is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking horse riding & off-road cycling. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels pubs & visitor information as well as rights of way permissive paths & bridleways. ...

In this eloquent meditation on ageing Marie de Hennezel guides us through a true art of growing old. She recalls her encounters as a clinical psychologist with extraordinary people who grow old gracefully -- & through her experience shows us how to make the most of this time in our lives to avoid depression & to stay happy. She believes that wherever we grow old & whatever our circumstances if we can maintain energy in our hearts & believe in the power of joy & human warmth this can transform us & the way we look at the world. This is a wonderful book with a powerful message that applies to everyone no matter how old they are. Timely & admirable...her essential idea
- that old age should be a stage of life as full of potential as any other
- will appeal to oldies who have no intention of just fading away Mail on Sunday A beautifully written meditation on ageing. Author Marie de Hennezel argues that looking positively at ageing helps us make the most of a very previous time Yours

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The inevitable ageing process does not have to condemn us to solitude suffering degradation or dependency. In this eloquent meditation on ageing Marie de Hennezel guides us through a true art of growing old. She recalls her encounters as a clinical psychologist with extraordinary people who grow old gracefully -- & through her experience shows us how to make the most of this time in our lives to avoid depression & to stay happy. She believes that wherever we grow old & whatever our circumstances if we can maintain energy in our hearts & believe in the power of joy & human warmth this can transform us & the way we look at the world. This is a wonderful book with a powerful message that applies to everyone no matter how old they are. A bestseller in the authors native France critics said: Marie de Hennezel explores the secret of eternal youth & provides us with the keys for a happy free & spirited old age. A must read. La Croix A message of happiness & wisdom for all ages. Nouvelles Cles Marie de Hennezel delivers a wonderful lesson that will inspire anyone who wants to age without becoming old. Le Figaro Magazine ...

Imogen who organised the holiday is frighteningly capable & a bit of a control freak. With three children who are at the centre of her world she's determined that this holiday will be perfect. But is Imogen's tidy life quite as happy as it seems? Sophie is Imogen's oldest friend dating back to the days when they would chat long after lights out at their Home Counties boarding school. Sophie knows she should be feeding her offspring organic cous-cous but they love Mc Donalds' apple pies too much
- & where's the harm in that? But is there more to Sophie than dogged loyalty to her rather overbearing old mate? & then there's Jo an acquaintance of Sophie's roped in at the last minute when the first choice of housemate pulled out. An East London GP & single mother & very easy going with her son she appears to be the polar opposite to Imogen. A group holiday seemed such a good idea back in January.. .
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