A lyrical & profoundly moving story of love loss & civil war set in Sri Lanka London & Venice. When author Theo Samarajeeva returns to his native Sri Lanka after his wifes death he hopes to escape his gnawing loss amid the lush landscape of his increasingly war-torn country. But as he sinks into life in this beautiful tortured land he also finds himself slipping into friendship with an artistic young girl Nulani whose family is caught up in the growing turmoil. Soon friendship blossoms into love. Under the threat of civil war their affair offers a glimmer of hope to a country on the brink of destruction... But all too soon the violence which has cast an ominous shadow over their love story explodes tearing them apart. Betrayed imprisoned & tortured Theo is gradually stripped of everything he once held dear
- his writing his humanity & eventually his love. Broken by the belief her lover is dead Nulani flees Sri Lanka to a cold & lonely life of exile. As the years pass & the country descends into a morass of violence & hatred the tragedy of Theo & Nulanis failed love spreads like a poison among friends sickened by the face of civil war & the lovers must struggle to recover some of what they have lost & to resurrect from the wreckage of their lives a fragile belief in the possibility of redemption. Beautifully written by turns heartbreaking & uplifting Mosquito is a first novel of remarkable & compelling power.
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Though they are children no longer Richard Bethan & Simon continue to be drawn to Ty Ae Coch their childhood home in Llanfeni. Whilst Richard broods on his failing farm Bethans marriage is subsiding into cruel intrigue. But when she is visited by Simon a desperate series of events is set in motion that can only lead back to one place
- Llanfeni & to a dramatic conclusion in the marginal land between sea & mountain.
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The Mossad is universally recognized today as the greatest intelligence service in the world. It is also the most enigmatic one shrouded in a thick veil of secrecy. Many of its fascinating feats are still unknown; most of its heroes remain unnamed. Here for the first time the veil is lifted by two Israeli authors. From the famous cases
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- the kidnapping of Eichmann from Argentina the systematic tracking down of those responsible for the Munich Massacre
- to lesser-known episodes shrouded in darkness this extraordinary book describes the dramatic largely secret history of the Mossad & the Israeli intelligence community. It examines the covert operations the targeted assassinations the paramilitary operations within & outside Israel. It also reveals the identities of the best Mossad agents & leaders whose personal stories are interwoven with the great Mossad operations.


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No two places are alike in this inspirational guide to 700 of the greatest British gardens. From the cascading terraces of Powis Castle to the subterranean fantasy of Dewstow Grottoes to the lake & classical temples of Stourhead or the magnificent topiary of Levens Hall youll find variety drama colour & plenty of surprise. Kitchen gardens water features mazes orchards urban plots & arboretums
- theres something for everyone plus all the necessary information to ensure that you visit when each garden is at its best.
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An international bestseller from one of the worlds leading paper engineers. A is for Ape B is for Bear C is for Crocodile. Pull the tabs & lift the flaps to make frogs leap hens peck koalas climb mice scuttle owls blink snakes uncoil...and learn the alphabet at the same time!; This pop-up masterpiece has sold over 30 000 copies! ...

Britain is alive with customs & celebrations from the Stonehenge solstice to Up Helly Aa in Shetl&. The Most Amazing Places of Folklore & Legend" is a travel guide with a difference taking you around England Scotland & Wales to places where the folklore & legends of the past are alive & thriving today. Visit the Cornish town of Padstow where the townsfolk parade at midnight on 1 May with the black-caped Obby Oss or Hallaton in Leicestershire whose villagers go bottle-kicking in a brawling spring festival on Easter Monday. Go to Bolam Lake Country Park in Northumberland where a modern legend tells of a Yeti-like creature
- the Beast of Bolam
- that lurks in the woods. See the Essex Giant depicted in plaster on the gable of the Old Sun Inn in Saffron Walden or climb the highstone ridge at Alderley Edge in Cheshire where magical knights are said to lie sleeping. Evocative text practical information & superb photographs make this a great touring companion as well as providing a fascinating insight into many British customs. Wherever you go you can find fascinating living examples of traditions that date back centuries
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From the tempestuous seas round Cape Wrath at the north-west tip of the Scottish mainland to the gentle creeks & estuaries of East Anglia Britains coastline offers an inexhaustible range of dramatic contrasts. Whether you are looking for peace & solitude or all the fun of the fair this book will lead you there
- to remote sandy coves lofty clifftop viewpoints or an exhilarating ride on Blackpools rollercoasters. Starting at the Severn estuary near Bristol this unique touring guide takes you on an epic voyage of discovery round the entire coast of England Scotland & Wales observing the changing scenery & evoking the character of more than 1 500 places of interest. It describes the type of beaches you will find identifies castles & stately homes to visit nature reserves to explore stunning coast walks to discover & places where you may simply prefer to sit back & relax. Charming clifftop villages such as Clovelly in Devon dramatic coastal stacks such as the Old Man of Hoy off Scotland lively end-of-pier shows at coastal resorts such as Blackpool & expanses of golden sand such as Polzeath Beach in Cornwall illustrate the wonderful diversity of attractions that Britains coast has to offer.
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Discover Britain as youve never known it before with Amazing Places to Visit in Britain". " Readers Digest" & a team of experienced travel writers whose credits include the " Sunday Times" " Holiday Which?" & the " Daily Telegraph" among many others have specially chosen the 1 000 most amazing places in Britain to feature in this book. From castles cathedrals stately homes & natural wonders to power stations bellfoundries & even a water tower this book reflects the diversity of fascinating places that Britain has to offer. Read about some of the worlds best early medieval stained glass found in Canterbury Cathedral & then turn to an entry on the ossuary at St Leonards church in Hythe housing 2 000 human skulls or the Donnington Grand Prix collection at Donnington Park. " Amazing Places in Britain" is a modern guidebook to Britain & as such

Includes:: entries you wont find in most UK guidebooks. From the Umbrella Shop on New Oxford Street in London to the Oldbury Power Station on the River Severn & a Soviet submarine in Folkestone harbour this unique reference guide will ensure that youll never see Britain in the same way again. The book is arranged by county & region for easy reference &

Includes:: a regional map for each section pinpointing the places featured as well as giving all the information you need to help you plan your visit. In addition there are 54 special features providing extra information about a particular topic relevant to the section in which it appears. Learn the history of the Somerset Levels what prehistoric Uffington was like or discover more about the diversity of ethnic Leicester. Youll also find walks with accompanying maps in Bath along the Birmingham canals & in Constables country. Whether youre looking for a place to visit or simply wanting to find out more about a region youll find plenty of inspiration in " The Most Amazing Places to Visit in Britain"."



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Explore the 1 000 most unusual beautiful & captivating spots in Britain in this lavish three-in-one guide gazetteer & armchair reference book. From castles cathedrals & natural wonders to bell foundries coal mines & even an umbrella shop this book reflects the rich diversity of fascinating places ancient & modern traditional & quirky that Britain has to offer. Entries are arranged by county & region with helpful directions & maps to guide you to your destination. Now this unique reference volume has been fully updated for 2012 & comes complete with Britains latest sites & attractions
- places such as Two Temple Place the Astor familys London mansion Glasgows stunning & futuristic Riverside Transport Museum & the Turner Contemporary on the Margate sea front. Plus there are: 10 large regional maps to make trip planning easy; directions for each entry with opening times & other important visitor information; & more than 50 in-depth features covering remarkable aspects of Britain such as Cornish sub-tropical gardens or prehistoric sites in the Orkneys.
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The Most Amazing Places to Visit in London" gives you an insider's view of the capital from the suburbs to the City. London as a destination for visitors is more popular than ever but in addition to the obvious sights & attractions tourists & residents alike are seeking out more unusual places to see. Even if you have lived in London all your life you will find something to surprise you here whether it is the tent-like tomb of explorer Sir Richard Burton in an East Sheen churchyard the street in the City which is technically in Cambridgeshire the best place to play outdoor table tennis or a restaurant in a former asylum which also housed MI5 & MI6. A special section on the Olympic park will also look at all the amazing new buildings & the park itself while also looking back at London's Olympic history." ...