It is autumn 1941 & a German U-boat commander & his crew set out on yet another hazardous patrol in the Battle of the Atlantic. Over the coming weeks they must brave the stormy waters of the Atlantic in their mission to seek out & destroy British supply ships. But the tide is beginning to turn against the Germans in the war for the North Atlantic
- their targets now travel in convoys fiercely guarded by Royal Navy destroyers & when contact is finally made the hunters rapidly become the hunted. As the U-boat is forced to hide beneath the surface of the sea a cat-an-mouse game begins where the increasing claustrophobia of the submarine becomes an enemy just as frightening as the depth charges that explode around it. Written by a survivor of the U-boat fleet
- of the 40 000 men who served on German submarines 30 000 never returned
- DAS BOOT is a psychological drama merciless in its intensity & a classic novel of World War II.


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SIX...days of dawn runs blistered feet & non-stop sit-ups...FIVE...meals a day
- if half an apple or an oatcake counts as a meal...FOUR...poster
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How far would YOU go to feel good about yourself? Its New Year & three desperate women begin the toughest week of their lives.. . No booze no carbs no men no excuses. Steph invents puddings for a living
- now the only part of her body she doesnt hate is her wrists. Will she prove to herself
- & her ex
- that she can change? TV presenter Darcy is living the dream
- yet haunted by nightmares of a single night where she made the wrong choice. Can she let go of the past? Mum of three Vicki is under doctors orders to lose weight
- but its not the only burden shes carrying. Three women seven days.. .and one last chance to change their lives for good.




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Home brewing & wine-making is fun easy & hugely satisfying. If you garden or forage can follow a recipe or make jam & you enjoy a drink this is the book for you. Andys no-nonsense easy-to-follow guide will enable the beginner & inspire the expert with over 100 recipes including beer made from hops & but also yarrow mugwort elder & other foraged plants great tasting wines from fruit vegetables & the hedgerows cider & perry from apples & pears cordials from the leaves of a range of trees & teas & fizzy drinks from herbs & wayside flowers.
- Discover the secret language of home brewing & drinks making.
- Make cheap wholesome drinks to your preferred taste & strength. in little time with minimum fuss & no need for expensive equipment.
- Turn your garden into a drinkers paradise.
- Find where & how to forage for success.
- Impress your friends with the weird wonderful & just plain tasty. Try Carrot Whisky Sloe & Damson Rum Parsnip Sherry Elderberry & Blackberry Wine Pumpkin Beer Broom Tonic Meadowsweet tea as well as classics such as Elderflower champagne sloe gin prison brew... Cheers!




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When Steve & his partner Wilf set up their legal practice they aren't expecting the high life
- 1980's Rotherham Magistrate's Court
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Chateau Haut Brion Chateau Lafite Rothschild Chateau Latour Chateau Margaux & Chateau Mouton Rothschild: five names that changed the world of French wine. For the first time this book brings their separate stories together into one sweeping saga; from their early days as estates owned by some of France's most powerful families to the dramas of the French Revolution the 1855 Paris Exhibition where four were crowned as First Growths & the determined efforts that saw Mouton Rothschild join the others more than a century later. This beautifully illustrated book follows the estates' progress to the present where they stand as arguably the world's greatest wine producers. Bordeaux Legends tells not only their stories but also offers insights into the obsessional detail that goes into making these superb wines & explains the history of the Bordeaux wine trade through these five estates which have been at its heart for over 500 years. Revealing anecdotes & lively historical detail as well as important new research are enriched by Isabelle Rozenbaum's lavish new photographs & firsthand accounts from the chateaux owners themselves their directors & staff as well as those who work with them in Bordeaux London Hong Kong the United States & further afield. A foreword by Academy Award winning director & winery owner Francis Ford Coppola makes it clear why these five wines are considered among the very best in the world. ...

The Collins Dog Owner s Guides are authoritative & practical in approach superbly illustrated & accessible ideal for pedigree dog owners. Border Collies are a working breed & excel in agility as well as obedience training; they are the overachievers of the dog world eager to please & gluttons for more work or play. If you are considering owning a collie or are an existing owner who wants to learn more about the care of your dog then this book will be an invaluable resource. Contents include: * History of the breed * Acquiring a puppy * Rearing & socialising your puppy * Training & competition events (obedience agility flyball & showing) * Behaviour * Healthcare A comprehensive guide to all aspects of owning a Border Collie this highly illustrated book is full of practical information & expert advice for pet owners & breeders. ...

Stretching from the North Sea to the Solway Firth the Border region has a sharply diverse landscape & was a battleground for over 300 years as the English & Scottish monarchs encouraged their subjects to conduct raids across their respective borders. This Warrior title will detail how this narrow strip of land influenced the Borderers way of life in times of war. Covering every aspect of militant life from the choice of weapons & armor to the building of fortified houses this book gives the readers a chance to understand what it must have been like to live life in a late-medieval war zone. ...

This is an account of the uniforms insignia weaponry campaigns & military practices of the border reivers the guerrilla soldiers who ran wild in the Marches of England & Scotland between the 13th & 17th centuries & who for a while produced the best cavalry of their time playing a decisive role in such battles as Flodden & Solway Moss. ...

Topics covered include the history & purpose of the breed; breed standards & showing & judging. Care management & training; breeding pregnancy & whelping; & ailments
- general & breed-specific
- are also covered in addition to the Border Terrier around the world.

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