Geneva 2012. When a Russian intelligence officer approaches MI5 with vital information about the imminent cyber-sabotage of an Anglo-American Defence programme he refuses to talk to anyone but Liz Carlyle. But who is he & what is his connection to the British agent? At a tracking station in Nevada US Navy officers watch in horror as one of their unmanned drones plummets out of the sky & panic spreads through the British & American Intelligence services. Is this a Russian plot to disable the West's defences? Or is the threat coming from elsewhere? As Liz & her team hunt for a mole inside the MOD the trail leads them from Geneva to Marseilles & into a labyrinth of international intrigue in a race against time to stop the Cold War heating up once again... ...

Geneva 2012. When a Russian intelligence officer approaches MI5 with vital information about the imminent cyber-sabotage of an Anglo-American Defence programme he refuses to talk to anyone but Liz Carlyle. But who is he & what is his connection to the British agent? At a tracking station in Nevada US Navy officers watch in horror as one of their unmanned drones plummets out of the sky & panic spreads through the British & American Intelligence services. Is this a Russian plot to disable the West's defences? Or is the threat coming from elsewhere? As Liz & her team hunt for a mole inside the MOD the trail leads them from Geneva to Marseilles & into a labyrinth of international intrigue in a race against time to stop the Cold War heating up once again... ...

Everyone would like a Genie to carry out their wishes right? Perhaps not as Fudge discovers when she gains her own supernatural helper! Be careful what you wish for...A new edition of this fun story from the author of the Megan series & bestselling historical novels including Velvet & Fallen Grace. Particularly suitable for struggling reluctant & dyslexic readers of 8+ ...

Richard Feynman was the most brilliant & influential physicist of our time. Architect of quantum theories enfant terrible of the atomic bomb project caustic inquisitor on the space shuttle commission ebullient bongo-player & storyteller
- Feynman played a bewildering assortment of roles in the science of the post-war era. A brilliant interweaving of Richard Feynmans colourful life & a detailed & accessible account of his theories & experiments.
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This is the spectacular rags-to-riches story of James Morrison (1789-1857) who began life humbly but through hard work & entrepreneurial brilliance acquired a fortune unequalled in nineteenth-century Engl&. Using the extensive Morrison archive Caroline Dakers presents the first substantial biography of the richest commoner in England recounting the details of Morrisons personal life while also placing him in the Victorian age of enterprise that made his success possible. An affectionate husband & father of ten Morrison made his first fortune in textiles then a second in international finance. He invested in North American railways was involved in global trade from Canton to Valparaiso created hundreds of jobs & relished the challenges of the science of business. His success enabled him to acquire land houses & works of art on a scale to rival the grandest of aristocrats. ...

Is your dog purposefully disobeying you? Probably & usually behind your back. Why shouldn't you act like top dog" to maintain control? You're better off displaying your friendliness. Starting with a landmark discovery in 1995 by evolutionary anthropologist Brian Hare a wunderkind who now leads the field scientists have learned how dogs think. Then Hare proved that his family's dog was not only cleverer than any fox but also cleverer than any chimp. Now Hare & science writer Vanessa Woods share all of the secrets of dogs' uniquely evolved intelligence how to understand your dog's world & how exactly your dog is a genius." ...

Genius shows you how to channel the life-changing principles of creativity to help you achieve more succeed & become instantly smarter. This book delivers a fantastic array of simple powerful techniques to help anybody be instantly ingenious & increasingly mentally skilful. You will learn to creatively solve problems generate brilliantly original ideas use clever tactics to persuade & influence & look for once in a lifetime opportunities to shine succeed & really stand out. ...

Gennaro shows that good family cooking doesnt have to be complicated. Whether youre looking for a soup a salad a quick pasta dish a slow-cooked Sunday lunch or something for a special occasion this book has the recipes for you. Everyday dishes such as Trofie pasta with green beans & basil Ricotta dumplings & Beetroot salad sit alongside special occasion meals such as Rack of lamb with artichokes Roast chicken with lemon & herbs & Homemade ravioli. There are dishes for all ages with plenty of recipes for kids including pizzas & simple pasta dishes & lots of ideas for getting the children involved with the cooking. Gorgeous desserts such as Summer fruit jellies Coffee meringues & a delicious trifle & traditional Italian preserves such as Preserved peaches & Small filled peppers make this book irresistible. ...

The most important investigation of genetic science since The Selfish Gene from the author of the critically acclaimed & best-selling The Red Queen & The Origins of Virtue. The genome is our 100 000 or so genes. The genome is the collective recipe for the building & running of the human body. These 100 000 genes are sited across 23 pairs of chromosomes. Genome a book of about 100 000 words is divided into 23 chapters a chapter for each chromosome. The first chromosome for example contains our oldest genes genes which we have in common with plants. By looking at our genes we can see the story of our evolution what makes us individual how our sexuality is determined how we acquire language why we are vunerable to certain diseases how mind has arisen. Genome also argues for the genetic foundations of free will. While many believe that genetics proves biological determinism Ridley will show that in fact free will is itself in the genes. Everything that makes us human can be read in our genes. Early in the next century we will have determined the function of every one of these 100 000 genes. ...

Bravo to our amazing Jane Brocket who has such a distinct personal flavour & shares with us ways to play with floral fabrics. I defy anyone who quilts not to go running to a fabric shop & get stuck into a new project. Kaffe Fassett * Create totally unique quilts for family & friends * stunning inspirational photography throughout * Discover how to quilt & design with complete confidence The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making is a charming inspirational & practical collection of 15 quilts for would-be quilters by leading author Jane Brocket. Theres a Russian Shawl Quilt inspired by traditional motifs of Russian folk art a Floral Frocks Quilt inspired by summer dresses flower gardens & herbaceous borders & a Suits & Ties Quilt reusing sober woollen suiting contrasting with extravagant silk ties designed in an Irish Chain. Finally a practical section covers all the knowledge youll need
- from chain-piecing h&-quilting & sandwiching to binding storage & caring for your quilt. Armed with the design tools you can embark on your quilting journey & begin creating your own personal masterpiece.
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