Its Spring 1791. Though deeply disturbed by a terrible incident during his previous commission James Hayter is nevertheless on the verge of taking command of HMS Sloop Eglantine as Master & Commander when personal tragedy shatters his life. The twin blows convince Hayter that he is not fit to command & he must turn his back on the sea forever. Even the intervention of his friend & former captain William Rennie cannot not dissuade him from derelicting his duty. Though repenting in the end of his decision Hayter's career in the Navy appears to be over until the intervention of an agent Mr Brough Mappin working for Hayter's old nemesis the British Secret Service Fund. Mappin's plan offers Hayter a chance to revive his career on a special mission with the promise of reinstatement in the Royal Naval List if he is successful. But it is also the single most dangerous mission of his life. He must sail for France with Rennie in HMS Expedient & there rescue some persons of interest from the grasp of the French Revolutionary forces searching for them. What no one mentions is that the rescue will bring to bear on Expedient & her crew a force so fierce & mighty that if it can it will wipe all trace of the incident Hayter & the ship from the memory of everyone involved in the forthcoming struggle. ...

Here is the missing link in Essential Oil literature the first modern work written by the man who coined the word ' Aromatherapy.' In July 1910 Rene- Maurice Gattefosse discovered the healing properties of lavender oil after severely burning his hands in a laboratory explosion. This led him into a lifetime of research into Essential Oils. His remarkable book was first published in 1937 & has been out of print for many years. Now translated it has been edited by Robert Tisserand author of three books on aromatherapy (including the best-seller The Art of Aromatherapy) editorial adviser of the Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine & editor of The International Journal of Aromatherapy. The book is a fascinating blend of ancient & modern knowledge & aromatherapists will find it an essential tool of reference. Extensive notes are provided by Robert Tisserand at the back of the book. Chapters include those on human smells & animal smells toxicity the properties of essential oils & their constituents the treatment of many diseases & over fifty case studies from doctors. ...

The complete works of the great Antoni Gaudi (TASCHENs 25th anniversary special edition) Anyone who visits Barcelona today will come across the works of Antoni Gaudi
- the architect who has attracted art-lovers from all over the world to Spain it was here in the capital of Catalonia that the famous master of architecture produced nearly all of his works including villas for the well-to-do bourgeoisle the expansive Guell Park (which today is open to the public) & the famous church designed in honour of the Holy Family
- a project which was begun over 100 years ago & has yet to be completed. Antoni Gaudis life was full of contradictions. As a young man he joined the Catalonian nationalist movement & was critical of the church; toward the end of his life he devoted himself completely to the construction of one single church. As a young man Gaudi had a liking for the glamour of social life & the looks of a dandy; in old age on the other hand he lived a spartan life. Gaudi never married & devoted his life entirely to his art: architecture. His works have been acclaimed as soothing oases in a desert of functional buildings " as "precious gems in the uniform grey of rows of houses " & the master himself was acclaimed as the " Dante of architecture". This book provides a sweeping study of his entire career presenting his complete works via texts & illustrations."

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For over a century the fantastical works of the Catalan architect & designer Antoni Gaudi have enraptured visitors to the city of Barcelona. Gaudis creations reflected his abiding passion for nature & religion as well as his meticulous attention to detail. Perhaps no other architect has become so synonymous with the aesthetic style of a city. Gaudi Pop-Ups" celebrates the unique style of this visionary architect with pop-ups of some of Gaudis most famous creations. The inventive paper constructions of Courtney Watson Mc Carthy bring these spectacular works to life in a new & fascinating way that enables us to further appreciate the genius of Gaudi." ...

Harriet Vane has never dared to return to her old Oxford college. Now despite her scandalous life she has been summoned back.. . At first she thinks her worst fears have been fulfilled as she encounters obscene graffiti poison pen letters & a disgusting effigy when she arrives at sedate Shrewsbury College for the ' Gaudy' celebrations. But soon Harriet realises that she is not the only target of this murderous malice
- & asks Lord Peter Wimsey to help. 'I admire her novels.. .she has great fertility of invention ingenuity & a wonderful eye for detail' P. D. James
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A fascinating portrait of gay men & women throughout time & across the globe whose lives have influenced society at large as well as what we recognize as todays varied gay culture this book gives a voice to more than 80 people from every major continent & from all walks of life. It

Includes:: poets & philosophers rulers & spies activists & artists. Alongside such celebrated figures as Michelangelo Frederick the Great & Harvey Milk are lesser-known but no less surprising individuals: Dong Xian & the Chinese emperor Ai whose passion flourished in the 1st century BC; the unfortunate Robert de Peronne first to be burned at the stake for sodomy; Katharine Philips writing proto-lesbian poetry in 17th-century England; & Aimee & Jaguar whose love defied the death camps of wartime Germany. With many striking illustrations including paintings drawings photographs & archival documents Gay Life Stories" will entertain give pause for thought & ultimately celebrate the diversity of human history."

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The famed ancient Indian guide to lovemaking the Kama Sutra" has been used to enhance sexual experiences since the fourth century. Now a leading gay author has reinterpreted this iconic erotic manual to create a great sex guide for gay lovers. In a new handy format his clear empowering text celebrating the art of gay lovemaking is accompanied by exquisite sensual artworks from the original " Kama Sutra" & other homoerotic classical works & tasteful contemporary black & white instructional line drawings. The author brings the erotic advice in the original " Kama Sutra" up-to-date for todays gay man providing practical advice on sexual technique relationships & emotional well-being. Featuring an illustrated journey through all the different sexual positions & covering everything from meeting a partner courtship & kissing to games & massage " The Gay Mans Kama Sutra" is the ultimate guide to satisfying exciting gay love." ...

From the targeting of schools & hospitals to the indiscriminate use of white phosphorus Israels conduct in Operation Cast Lead has rattled even some of its most strident supporters. In this book Noam Chomsky & Ilan Pappe survey the fallout from that devastation & place the massacre in Gaza in the context of Israels long-standing war against the Palestinians. Gaza in Crisis" is a rigorous historically informed & much-needed analysis of the situation & will be welcomed by all those eager for Chomskys insights into yet another political catastrophe." ...

Winner of the Union of Turkish Writers Best Novel Prize Elif Shafak explores what it is to look & be looked at in the humorous & carnivalesque novel The Gaze". An obese woman & her lover a dwarf are sick of being stared at wherever they go & so decide to reverse roles. The man goes out wearing make-up & the woman draws a moustache on her face. This elegant unforgettable novel explores our desire to look at others. " Beautifully evoked". (" The Times"). " Original & compelling". (TLS). Elif Shafak has emerged as one of the most distinctive voices in both English & Turkish contemporary literature; her novels " The Bastard of Istanbul" " The Flea Palace" " The Forty Rules of Love" & " Honour" are consistently at the top of bestseller lists across the globe. Elif Shafaks examination of national identity " The Happiness of Blond People" is available as part of the " Penguin Specials" series
- a digital only series of shorts designed with commuters in mind."
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Almost as soon as Gazza burst on to the scene at Newcastle United the young Geordie was the centre of attention: Vinnie Joness notorious ball-handling showed the lengths people would go to try to stop him. Then with England on the verge of possibly reaching the World Cup final in 1990 came Gazzas tears
- the moment that brought a whole new audience to the sport & helped set the football boom of the 1990s on its way. But then came a career-threatening injury mental health problems self-confessed alcoholism & family disputes as life in the full glare of the media spotlight became too much. Now at the end of his top-flight playing career Gazza is ready to confront his demons. The result is quite simply the most remarkable footballing story youll ever read: what its like being Paul Gascoigne in his own words.
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