Beautiful repackage of this Barbara Erskine classic the story of a remarkable mediaeval noblewoman whose life shaped the history of three crowns The child whose hands would hold three crowns is born in fire. In 1218 an extraordinary princess is born whose birth was foretold. Her mystical powers & unquenchable spirit will alter the course of history. Raised by her fiercely Welsh nurse to support the Celtic cause against the predatory English king Princess Eleyne is taught to worship the old gods to look into the future & sometimes the past. However unable to identify time & place in her terrifying visions she is powerless to avert forthcoming tragedy... Remarkable events follow Eleyne all her life as despite impassioned resistance her world is shaped by powerful men. But her tempestuous life & loves tie her to the destinies of England Scotland & Wales... ...

Scholar. Warrior. Samurai. His name was Bennosuke son of the great Munisai Shinmen known throughout the empire as one of the greatest warriors who ever lived. His destiny was to become a great warrior like his father
- a Samurai one of the most feared & respected in the world. But before fame comes action & Bennosuke must prove himself on the battlefield before he can claim his inheritance. & in his way stands the vengeful Hayato son of Lord Nakata the face of the enemy a man who is determined to kill Bennosuke. It is a battle between honour & vengeance pride & reputation. & Bennosuke must look death in the eye before he can call himself a warrior. Before he can call himself Musashi the greatest warrior of all time...
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The new edition of this popular handbook gives an authoritative informative & accessible account of key areas of child protection practice. Covering research policy & practice it is relevant to all professionals working in child care. No other book on child protection offers such comprehensive coverage of policy & practice. It provides research findings in all areas of child abuse latest policies & indications of good practice plus specialist chapters for different professionals. Chapters have been contributed by known experts in the field both distinguished academics & practitioners. By combining the latest factual information with sophisticated analysis it is the ideal course text for child protection programmes as well as meeting the needs of more experienced practitioners academics & trainers. ...

How do practitioners step up to the professional challenge of keeping children safe? Leading author Harry Ferguson draws on his own research personal experience & real-life case studies to challenge the way we think about child protection. This highly original & engaging book captures the daily reality of practice within lifes most personal spaces & offers a rare insight into the lived experience of working with vulnerable children their parents & other carers. Blending diverse ideas from across the social sciences the book addresses some of the key issues faced by practitioners today: a- How do you navigate the private areas of a childs life
- their home their bedroom their emotional world? a- What do you do when confronted with parents or carers who are resistant aggressive or deceitful? a- Why is appropriate touch an essential element of relating to children & how can you develop the professional resilience to use it effectively? An inspiring declaration of the need for a new intimate approach to child protection this ground-breaking book lays the foundations of skilful authoritative practice. It is a must for any student or practitioner within this challenging field.
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A complete & comprehensive guide to why kids behave & think the way they do-and how to bring out the best in them. In the U.S. more than 10 of children are diagnosed with psychiatric disorders while countless others remain undiagnosed. Defining what is normal" & what is not is of great concern to anyone who works with guides nurtures teaches or parents children. With new discoveries in mental disorders that affect children Child Psychology & Development For Dummies provides an informational guide to cognitive development at every stage of a childs life as well as how to diagnose treat & overcome the cognitive barriers that impede learning & development. How to identify & treat mental disorders Covers behavior disorders autism attention deficit disorder reading disabilities bipolar disorder & more Guidance on helping a child control impulses develop self esteem & have good relationships An essential guide for parents teachers & caregivers Child Psychology & Development For Dummies provides a detailed overview of an average childs cognitive development how to detect abnormalities & what to do next." ...

What would you find if you went back & reread all of your favourite books from childhood? Francis Spufford discovers both delight & sadness in this memoir. Re-reading & re-living these books & investigating their literary origins & rich histories Francis Spufford reveals what it was like to be an obsessive reader as a child. As the book unfolds so too he gradually uncovers his own childhood & his unique reason for taking refuge in stories from a world full of unbearable knowledge. ...

Retrace the steps taken by some of Uniteds greatest legends such as George Best Bobby Charlton Eric Cantona Denis Law & Roy Keane. Immerse yourself in the history of the worlds most famous club. Experience the magnificent trophy room sit in the heights of the North Stand for a birds eye view of the pitch stand in Fergies spot in the dug out sit in the home changing room at your favourite players peg & enjoy the atmosphere inside the Theatre of Dreams. It certainly is a day to remember for every Manchester United fan. Come on you reds! You will be greeted by your guide who over the duration of the tour will share with you their extensive knowledge about the history & contemporary activities of the club. You will be shown around the stadium have the chance to take photographs at the entrance of the players tunnel & the dug out & even visit the home teams dressing room where the stars prepare themselves for the big games. You will have the opportunity to ask all those questions you have been dying to ask. The tour will finish off at the visitors centre & museum where you will be free to browse at your leisure. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "


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Dylan Thomas one of the greatest poets of the twentieth century captures a childs eye view of a magical Christmas Day in a small Welsh town with uncles & aunties sing songs presents (some useful some not) & lots of snow. The beautiful lyrical prose is vividly brought to life by Edward Ardizzones wonderful line illustrations. This modern classic which celebrates 50 years since first publication will delight everyone with its marvellous tales of the fun & excitement of what it is like to be a child at Christmas. ...

150 simple & sincere prayers for a child to treasure. Beautifully illustrated by Allison Jay with prayers specially written & selected for children up to age 8 making the book an ideal gift for religious occasions from a babys baptism to a childs first communion. ...

The Child's Child is the new crime novel by bestselling prize-winning author Barbara Vine What sort of betrayal would drive a brother & sister apart? When Grace & her brother Andrew inherit their grandmother's house in Hampstead they decide to move in together. It seems the obvious thing to do: they've always got on well the house is large enough to split down the middle & neither of them likes partying or loud music. There's one thing they've forgotten though: what if one of them wants to bring a lover into the house? When Andrew's partner James moves in it alters the balance
- with almost fatal consequences. Barbara Vine's is the pen-name of Ruth Rendell & The Child's Child is the first book she has published under that name since The Birthday Present in 2008. It's an intriguing examination of betrayal in families & of those two once-unmentionable subjects illegitimacy & homosexuality. A taut thrilling read it will be enjoyed by readers of P.D. James & Ian Rankin. ' The Rendell/ Vine partnership has for years been producing consistently better work than most Booker winners put together' Ian Rankin ' She deploys her peerless skills in blending the mundane commonplace aspects of life with the murky impulses of desire & greed. Ruth rendall has published fourteen novels under the Vine name two of which Fatal Inversion & King Solomon's Carpet won the prestigious Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award. Also available in Penguin by Barbara Vine: The Minotaur The Blood Doctor Grasshopper The Chimney Sweeper's Boy The Brimstone Wedding No Night is Too Long Asta's Book King Solomon's Carpet Gallowglass The House of Stairs A Dark-Adapted Eye.
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