Concentrating upon her family & their life in Holland before the war this inspiring & revealing book describes in moving detail living above the family watch shop in Harlem & her memories of the family together before their lives changed for ever with the advent of war & persecution. Corrie believed that this life helped prepare them for carrying out God's work later & gave her the strength to survive the war brutal hardship & persecution & begin her worldwide ministry. This much loved book is being re-issued in B format with a contemporary cover. ...

Turn the colourful pages of this irresistible board book to discover just what makes a little bunnys meadow so happy. Is it the soft grass? Is it the bubbling stream? No its his family! Bright pictures a sweet reassuring message & an adorable finger puppet fill this book with reading & playtime fun. ...

' Honest funny heartfelt.. .I loved it' Cathy Kelly Clear-eyed touching forthright & funny In My Mother's Shoes is Alison Walsh's delightful account of three generations of mothers -- her Nana leading light of the Irish Countrywomen's Association indomitable in all things except deferring to her husband; her mother whose glamorous career as a 1960s air hostess was cut cruelly short by the simple act of getting married; & Alison herself a modern woman whose life would not be thwarted by such lack of choice. Or would it? ' Cheerful intelligent funny & shockingly sensible.. . Buy it. Read it. Pass it on.' Judith O' Reilly author of Wife in the North ' Honest & immensely readable.. .many mothers will find themselves nodding along in recognition. I will be passing it on &
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- looking for it back' Sunday Business Post ' Yay for Alison Walsh!.. . An adroit & honest account of having babies (in the UK & Ireland) of bringing up babies (ditto) of being a Celtic Tiger mum working all the hours God sends to being a-stay-at-home mum plus all the messy compromises in between' Sunday Independent

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His Holiness the Dalai Lama is celebrated as Buddhisms pre-eminent spiritual master & teacher embodying the highest aspirations of this rich tradition that is more than 2 500 years old. This fascinating book explores some of His Holiness most powerful writings & talks. As he explains the elements of the Buddhas teachings & the basic practices of meditation he also engages & reconciles the innovations of modern science with Buddhist perspectives. Ultimately His Holiness calls for the celebration of diversity & the recognition of interdependence that breeds a sense of Universal Responsibility which must govern all of our relationships in this increasingly fragmented world. ...

Kate OBrien is thirty & has very little to think about except trying to keep her balance as she totters up Londons media-land ladder. Fiona OBrien is Kates responsible older sister
- with a husband twin boys a dog & now.. .a life-changing problem. Its a problem that means Kate going back to Dublin. Pronto. There she finds herself stepping into Fionas shoes
- & discovering that shes definitely not cut out to be a domestic goddess. On top of that the ex she thought shed got over years ago turns up to haunt her. Will either of the OBrien sisters survive? & even if they do can either of them slip back into their old shoes ever again?

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In My View" is a collection of reflections by 78 contemporary artists in which each artist reveals the influence & inspiration he or she has found in a particular artwork or artist. Among the artists are John Baldessari Daniel Buren Chuck Close Michael Craig-Martin Tacita Dean Marlene Dumas Antony Gormley Susan Hiller Thomas Hirschhorn Candida Hofer Vik Muniz Jorge Pardo Raymond Pettibon Ed Ruscha Bill Viola & Rachel Whiteread. The works chosen range from the fifteenth to the mid-twentieth century some of them iconic others lesser known. The accompanying essays are often very personal recalling childhood memories & life-changing moments & capturing the joy & excitement that come from encounters with great art. The stories show the profound connections that exist between artists past & present & offer an alternative look at art history from the 15th century to the 1960s through the eyes of contemporary artists themselves. Simon Grants introduction identifies themes that emerge & contextualizes the history & practice of artists looking back at the work of others." ...

The first graphic novel from Dean Koontz featuring the famously well-loved character of Odd Thomas. Nineteen-year-old Odd Thomas a young fry cook from Pico Mundo California can see the dead. Beautifully drawn by Australian artist Queenie Chan this graphic novel tells the story of Odd's race to solve the murder of a young boy whose killer appears to be stalking a second child. With the help of his beautiful girlfriend Stormy his friend Police Chief Porter & the ghost of Elvis Presley Odd must find the killer before he strikes again. ...

A compelling novel of desire secrecy & sexual identity In One Person is a story of unfulfilled love -- tormented funny & affecting -- & an impassioned embrace of our sexual differences. Billy the bisexual narrator & main character tells the tragicomic story (lasting more than half a century) of his life as a sexual suspect a phrase first used by John Irving in 1978 -- in his landmark novel of terminal cases The World According to Garp. His most political novel since The Cider House Rules & A Prayer for Owen Meany John Irvings In One Person is a poignant tribute to Billys friends & lovers -- a theatrical cast of characters who defy category & convention. Not least In One Person is an intimate & unforgettable portrait of the solitariness of a bisexual man who is dedicated to making himself worthwhile. ...

A compelling novel of desire secrecy & sexual identity In One Person" is a story of unfulfilled love
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In this delicious collection of one pot recipes Blanche Vaughan transforms how we cook. It's the perfect book for those who love simple food cooked with the least amount of fuss without sacrificing any of the flavour. Taking inspiration from the seasons chef & food writer Blanche Vaughan has brought taste flavour & variety to a delightful collection of one pot recipes. From quick weekday suppers to slow food for the weekend & from celebratory party pots to mouth-watering puddings In One Pot is perfect for those who love to cook but want easy affordable & delicious food made in one pot. The book will also include invaluable tips from store cupboard staples to basic techniques that are invaluable for any cook. Recipes are surprising fresh & simple to make
- ideal for those who want good food without the washing up.
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