MARTYR is the first in the acclaimed & bestselling John Shakespeare Elizabethan mystery series by Rory Clements winner of the Ellis Peters Historical Fiction Award. ' Does for Elizabeth's reign what CJ Sansom does for Henry VIII's' Sunday Times England is close to war. Within days the axe could fall on the neck of Mary Queen of Scots & Spain is already gathering a battle fleet to avenge her. Tensions in Elizabeth I's government are at breaking point. At the eye of the storm is John Shakespeare chief intelligencer in the secret service of Sir Francis Walsingham. When an intercept reveals a plot to assassinate England's 'sea dragon' Francis Drake Shakespeare is ordered to protect him. With Drake on land fitting out his ships he is frighteningly vulnerable. If he dies England will be open to invasion. In a London rife with rumour Shakespeare must decide which leads to follow which to ignore. When a high-born young woman is found mutilated & murdered at an illicit printing house it is political gunpowder
- & he has no option but to investigate. But why is Shakespeare shadowed at every turn by the brutal Richard Topcliffe the blood-drenched priest-hunter who claims intimacy with Queen Elizabeth herself? What is Topcliffe's interest in a housemaid whose baby has been stolen? & where do two fugitive Jesuit priests fit into the puzzle one happy to die for God the other to kill for Him? From the splendour & intrigue of the royal court to the sleek warships of Her Majesty's Navy & the teeming brothels of Southwark Shakespeare soon learns that nothing is as it seems.. .
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Do you have a reluctant reader at home? It might be time to call in The Avengers". Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader " Marvel Avengers Avengers Assemble" is a thrill packed ride along with all " The Avengers" from founding father Captain America to everyones friendly neighbourhood Spiderman. This Level 3 Reader is perfect for children who are looking to build their literacy skills. Packed with amazing pictures from " The Avengers" learning to read has never been so much fun. & dont forget if they love " Marvel Avengers Avengers Assemble" there are plenty more DK Marvel books to collect." ...

From the Incredible Hulk" to the invincible Iron Man to the amazing Spiderman all 200 characters who have made up the The Avengers the world's mightiest Super Hero team are included in this ultimate character encyclopedia. You can discover all about the Avengers' action packed history since 1963. You can find out about each member of the Avengers with detailed facts stats character histories their allies & their enemies. Created in full collaboration with Marvel Comics & packed full with original comic book art this encyclopedia is essential reading for all super hero fans!" ...

Do you have a reluctant reader at home? It might be time to get some help...from the Worlds Mightiest Super Hero Team. Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader Marvel Avengers The Worlds Mightiest Super Hero Team" is an action packed adventure with all the Marvel heroes from Iron Man to Captain America & everyones friendly neighborhood Spiderman. This Level 4 Reader is perfect for children who are getting to grips with reading & looking to build their literacy skills. Packed with amazing pictures from " The Avengers" learning to read has never been so much fun. & dont forget if they love " Marvel Avengers The Worlds Mightiest Super Hero Team" there are plenty more DK Marvel books to collect." ...

This is the incredible 70 year story of Marvel Comics. For comic book fans everywhere Marvels fascinating story explored & explained decade by decade year by year & month by month. Everything is covered from the companys beginnings as Timely Comics in the late 1930s to the founding of the Marvel Universe of Super Heroes in the 60s right up to the present day. Learn all about the birth of key Marvel Super Heroes from the X-Men Spider-Man & Hulk to The Fantastic Four. Discover all about their extraordinary comic book debuts the geniuses that invented them the crucial events behind their creation & their continuing influence on the world today via comic books TV series & blockbuster movies. Packed with stunning original comic book art & covers this is a vibrant & visually spectacular look at Marvel Comics spanning seven tumultuous decades. ...

All over the world there are popular specialities made with minced meat. The Americans have hamburgers the Greeks moussaka the Mexicans chilli con carne & the Italians have their famous Bolognese. The use of mince in many of the most recognisable dishes of the world is a testament to its versatility. It can be fried baked roasted or stewed; used to stuff top or fill; & can be spiced soaked or left plain. & in times of economic pressure here is a relatively cheap ingredient that will provide an ingenious & tasty meal worthy of any occasion. First published in 1982 exclusively for Sainsburys where it became a best-seller this superb book has now been updated to suit todays tastes without removing any of its original charm. If you are in need of something different why not try the Fennel surprise pork rissoles with carrot sauce or Onion & yogurt soda buns stuffed with spiced lamb; or if you are wanting something more classic why not try the Salmon fish cakes with goats cheese & spring onions or Spinach & beef layer pie. With a complete new look including stunning colour photography specially taken for this fully revised edition this book provides a delightfully unique & mouth-watering collection of traditional original & often very unusual recipes. ...

The little sibling of The Marmite Cookbook " this mini edition

Includes:: 50 simple ideas from gravy to

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Who knew paper dolls could be so enchanting? The Marvelous Book of Magical Horses comes with six gorgeous paper ponies & three paper-doll fairies. Plus of course everything you need to dress them up & play: a dozen fabulous wings more than 200 punch-out saddles manes bows & other horse & fairy fashions & four fabulously illustrated playscapes. Frustration-proof sticky shapes hold the outfits on tight & make this activity as simple as can be. Comes With: 6 punch-out paper horses 6 sets of wings for horses 2 paper-doll fairies over 250 fashions for horses & fairies double-sided removable adhesive dots
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Marvin is not a happy sheep. All the other sheep are bigger than him & can run faster & jump higher than he can. So Marvin decides to do something about it. He eats. & eats & eats until he is so big that there is nothing left for him to eat in the world
- at which point Marvin eats the world itself! But that is a step too far & what went in is going to have to come out. This is a rumbustious story that shows how it is possible to take some self-improvement just a little bit too far.
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Often imitated never rivaled the Marx Brothers were the masters of vaudeville. Originally masters of the stage they conquered almost every medium creating memorable sketches & classic movies such as Duck Soup The Cocoanuts" & "A Night at the Opera"
- all of which still find their way into top comedy movie lists! Household names to this day the Marx Brothers left an indelible mark on the comedy scene & worked with some of the most famous names of the day; including Marilyn Monroe & Charlie Chaplin! Here in a fully revised & updated edition is the meticulously researched guide to their lives & careers covering all of their movies guest appearances stage shows & television features!"
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