Sniffles & snuffles & doses of flu
- itches & stitches & tummyache too.. ." Hairy Maclary is waiting to see the vet with lots of
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In Riverside Hall on Cabbage Tree Row the Cat Club were having their Annual Show.. ." When Hairy Maclary bounces & pounces his way into the cat show his flustering & blustering bring a very unexpected result... This title presents another rollicking rhyming adventure with Hairy Maclary (from ' Donaldson's Dairy') & friends!" ...

Sharing the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic Haiti is culturally the most African of Caribbean countries & one that is largely unknown to visitors except through popular cliches of aid dependency & Vodou culture. This is the only st&-alone guidebook on Haiti on the market & is packed with practical information covering accommodation eateries travel routes wildlife & vodou. A comprehensive section on birdwatching & insightful information on Haitis rich artistic & musical heritage ensure the guide appeals to both birdwatchers & cultural enthusiasts. Paul Clammer discusses the medicinal merits of Haitian rum how to catch a Port-au-Prince taptap (bus) & how to check into the Graham Greene suite of the Hotel Oloffson. ...

Proclaim the pilgrimage to all people. They will come on foot & on the backs of swift camels from distant corners of the earth. Quran surat al-Hajj vs 27-30 It is a sacred duty for Muslims wherever they may reside to go at least once in their lives to Makkah the heartland of Islam where the Prophet Muhammad received the revelation in AD 632. Drawing millions of pilgrims annually the Hajj is a powerful bond that brings Muslims together from across the world. It takes place in the twelfth month of the Muslim year dhul hijja. Over the course of one week a number of specific rituals are performed which involve circumambulation of the Kaba the cube-shaped building in the centre of the sanctuary at Makkah & visiting key sites. The Kaba is believed to have been built by Abraham & his son Ishmael & was the focus of pilgrimage before the coming of Islam. Tracing the footsteps & personal experiences of pilgrims across the centuries this fascinating book takes the reader on a physical & spiritual journey. The spirit of Hajj is further evoked through a wealth of illustrations including personal objects carried by the pilgrims throughout the centuries; souvenirs collected along the route; early travel photographs; maps; manuscripts; wall paintings; compasses & astrolabes; textiles; & contemporary artworks & images that capture the scale & emotional intensity of Hajj today. ...

(Music Pro Guide Books & DVDs). This is an important update helping you take your first steps in a truly organized path through the entire recording process. Topics include how professional microphones work which to choose & why (plus accepted techniques for using them) understanding the signal path from mics to mixers & how to operate these critical tools to capture excellent recordings & explanations of the most up-to-date tools & techniques involved in using dynamics & effects processors. From initial considerations to mix-down mastering & replication this method provides important considerations & techniques you need to know. New in this edition: * Extensive use of QR Codes which link directly to associated websites & resources via your smart devices' QR Code readers. This expands the content of the book far beyond the printed page. * New & updated media examples included wherever appropriate. * Covers many additional microphones including many of the new ribbon mics & several new condenser & dynamic mics. * More digital console concepts & applications are included. * Improved & refined explanations of several fundamental principles & concepts. * More tightly packed layout & an 11 percent increase in page count. ...

For twenty-five years actors have given Simon Annand unprecedented access to photograph them in the intimacy of their dressing-rooms during the 30 minutes before curtain-up
- the half. This magnificent book offers not only a dazzling gallery of actors
- including Anthony Hopkins Cate Blanchett Daniel Day Lewis Judi Dench John Gielgud Vanessa Redgrave Jim Broadbent Jeremy Irons Glenda Jackson Jude Law Charlotte Rampling Michael Gambon Maggie Smith Martin Sheen Felicity Kendal Kevin Spacey & Ralph Fiennes
- but also a meditation on the mystery of the final stage of an actors journey.


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From Weimar Berlin to the fall of Paris & on to the present day danger jealousy & inspiration combine to tempt a man to a secret betrayal. Now a Radio 4 Book at Bedtime" scheduled for 27th June
- 8th July. Chip told us not to go out. Said dont you boys tempt the devil. But it been one brawl of a night I tell you. The aftermath of the fall of Paris 1940. Hieronymous Falk a rising star on the cabaret scene was arrested in a cafe & never heard from again. He was twenty years old. He was a German citizen. & he was black. Fifty years later Sid Hieros bandmate & the only witness that day is going back to Berlin. Persuaded by his old friend Chip Sid discovers theres more to the journey than he thought when Chip shares a mysterious letter bringing to the surface secrets buried since Hieros fate was settled. In " Half Blood Blues" Esi Edugyan weaves the horror of betrayal the burden of loyalty & the possibility that if you dont tell your story someone else might tell it for you. & they just might tell it wrong..."
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Ben Tomlin has been an only child for thirteen years. So when his research-scientist parents bring home a baby chimp to raise as a human child Bens life is turned upside-down. Teaching a baby chimp how to understand language is not his idea of fun especially when hes trying to settle in at his new school. But it isnt long before Zans infectious personality endears him to everyone & he becomes a real member of the family. But just what will happen when he grows up & the experiment comes to an end? Ben must take dramatic steps & the repercussions ricochet through his home & community with devastating results. This phenomenal novel is a thought-provoking story of relationships & family first love growing up ethics & dilemmas. ...

This is a great opportunity for you to learn new cookery skills from an expert. You could be taught by Valentina Harris who is a bright & passionate authority on Italian food & has written many books on the subject. The other chefs include Franck Pontais who has appeared on Ready Steady Cook & in regular broadcasts on BBC Radio; Tiffany Goodall who demonstrates at regional & national events & Martin Blunos who has held two Michelin stars for more than fifteen years. Martins cooking attracts journalists of leading food publications from all around the globe & he appears frequently on television & radio including Saturday Kitchen. Your half day will consist of:
- * Health & safety briefing * Hygiene brief * Wash hands put on aprons & hats * Chef will introduce themselves & explain what they are cooking * Cooking starts everyone will prepare their food & discuss the flavours of the dishes. Themes vary but could include BBQ; Easy Entertaining; Cooking for Two; Italian; Chocolate; Desserts. * Start eating the courses of the day * Wind down & clean up * General discussion of the day questions answered If you would like to know which chef will be teaching you we recommend you enquire at the time of booking as the chefs may vary occasionally from those mentioned above. 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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Half Day Rally Youre barrelling along a track. Medium left!" yells your instructor. You turn the wheel heave the handbrake & in an instant youre powersliding cornering faster than youve ever done before. Rally driving is completely different from any other form of driving & this rallying gift experience is the perfect way to find out just how different. Imagine a sport where you are almost permanently skidding & turning at least 50 yards before each corner. Theres no doubt that a rally driving activity means fast & furious excitement & rallying is the perfect gift for anyone with a need for speed. Youll start your day with an introductory briefing from your rallying instructor & then its time to get behind the wheel for some practice sessions
- youll learn clasic rallying techniques such as hand brake turns & controlled opposite lock slides. Many of our courses have loose surface rally stages
- which means much more sliding & much more fun! Whats more we use a wide selection of rally schools with the latest equipment (such as headphones in your helmet so you can clearly hear whats going on). 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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