David The Hayemaker Haye is the former WBA world heavyweight champion & the former undisputed (WBA WBC & WBO) world cruiserweight champion. Haye is one of British boxings most celebrated & successful ring champions of the modern era & has won twenty-three of twenty-five professional fights. He has twice been shortlisted for BBC Sports Personality of the Year & is now recognised as the face of British & world boxing. Haye was involved in the biggest heavyweight title clash for nearly a decade when he fought Wladimir Klitschko in July 2011 with the fight televised live in over 140 countries. Although Haye ultimately lost his belt following a twelve-round points decision his charismatic approach has reminded fight fans of a time when the heavyweight championship was the greatest prize in sport. This is the authorised story of how Haye reached this point & details the ten-year rise of the boxer from a precocious World Amateur Champion. Crafted by close confidant Elliot Worsell Making Haye offers behind-the-scenes never-before-told insights into some of the most pivotal ring wars of David Hayes turbulent & at times controversial professional boxing career. ...

Michael Young is convinced his brilliant history thesis will win him a doctorate a pleasant academic post a venerable academic publisher & his beloved girlfriend Jane. A historian should know better than to imagine that he can predict the future. Leo Zuckerman is an ageing physicist obsessed with the darkest period in human history utterly driven by his fanatical hatred of one man. A lovers childish revenge & the breaking of a rotten clasp cause the two men to meet in a blizzard of swirling pages. Pages of history. When they come together nothing
- past present or future
- will ever be the same again.

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Friel has written an historical play about Hugh ONeill Earl of Tyrone who led an alliance of Irish & Spanish soldiers against the armies of Elizabeth I in an attempt to drive the English out of Irel&. The action takes place before & after the Battle of Kinsdale at which the alliance was defeated. Brian Friel has also written Philadelphia Here I Come" & " Translations"" ...

This magnificent commemorative anthology features 25 firsthand accounts from the UKs finest journalists. It draws upon all aspects of the London 2012 experience including the renovation of the Olympic Park the nationwide Torch Relay inspiring performances by individuals & teams the innovative Cultural Olympiad & spectacular Opening & Closing Ceremonies. Powerfully written narratives convey the intense emotion of these defining moments & consider individual achievements in the wider context of Olympic & Paralympic history. Illustrated with evocative photography it provides a unique celebration of an unforgettable year. ...

In the face of ecological & economic crises living more simply cost-effectively & gracefully may be the most urgent project of all. Making Home" demonstrates that new good life is within reach exploring ways to save money & use fewer resources in every aspect of our lives all while preserving more for future generations." ...

Making Jewellery with Gemstone Beads From gorgeous necklaces & bracelets to eye-catching earrings learn how to make beautiful gemstone bead jewellery with this collection of over 100 bead project designs from best-selling author Barbara Case. This book is packed with easy-to-follow jewellery making techniques as well as information on the features costs & availability of 32 precious semi-precious & ornamental stones including birthstones. Discover the fascinating lore legend history & meanings behind each type of gemstone bead & make unique personalized jewellery items for friends & family or even just for yourself! Clear artworks & stunning photography throughout along with expert advice from Barbara Case ensure flawless results every time. Inside Making Jewellery with Gemstone Beads: Each chapter focuses on a different type of semi-precious stone &

Includes:: full information on appearance & colour bead prices bead sizes & a buyers guide as well as simple instructions for making your own beautiful gemstone bead jewellery. Stones include: Agate
- Amazonite
- Amber
- Amethyst
- Aquamarine
- Azurite & Malachite
- Blue Lace Agate
- Carnelian Agate
- Citrine & Smoky Quartz
- Crystal Quartz
- Emerald
- Fluorite
- Garnet
- Hematite
- Jade
- Jasper
- Labradorite & Moonstone
- Lapis Lazuli
- Opal
- Pearl
- Peridot
- Rose Quartz
- Ruby
- Sapphire & Iolite
- Sodalite
- Tiger Eye
- Tourmaline
- Turquoise




























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Mechanical toys transcend categories of age with their universal appeal. Whether the mechanism is hidden or revealed simple or complex the cycle of movement means that you can simply turn a handle & see the magic work. Making Mechanical Toys" explains how to make these wonderful & fascinating toys through a variety of bright & exciting projects. 17 original "gallery" mechanical toys have been designed & made especially for this book which

Includes:: step-by-step instructions with over a 140 color photographs & plans for making the toys. Advice on tools & materials priming & painting & tricks of the trade draw upon the authors wide experience."

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Everyone loves handmade books & these adorable mini volumes are generally easier to craft than their larger counterparts! Some even require only folding & stapling. This charming collection

Includes:: beautiful leather-clad journals block print notepads accordion-fold mini-zines & others that feature interior pockets unique closures colourful stitching & eye-catching bindings. An invaluable illustrated stitch guide provides the essential info for every binding.

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Everthing you need to know to create an entire miniature market & incredibly realistic produce in polymer clay. Master modeller Angie Scarr has perfected the craft of creating fruit vegetables meat fish cheeses bread pastries & gateaux in marvellous detail
- right down to the earth on her potatoes & delicate veining on cabbage leaves & orange segments
- & setting them in context by building market stalls complete with striped canopies wooden fruit boxes punnets & other display items. Polymer clay modelling techniques include: simple caning; colour blending; stacking; advanced caning; combination techniques; advanced ideas; Step-by-step colour photography shows you how to create your own mouthwatering masterpieces of miniature art. Full plans & construction techniques for all the projects. Out of the dolls' house & into the street
- bringing miniature hobbyists to a wider panorama for their craft.


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Whether making buildings to complement a garden railway creating an entire model village or simply one st&-alone structure there is something immensely satisfying in seeing your model building standing proudly outside where it truly belongs in all weather conditions & throughout the seasons. ...