This is the untold story behind one of the most sensational chapters in the history of the House of Windsor. Paul Burrell fought to clear his own name. Now he reveals new truths about Princess Diana
- & presents for the first time as faithful an account of her thoughts as we can ever hope to read. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called 'my rock' & 'the only man I can trust'. He was accused of theft then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidante
- & is the only person able to separate the myth from the truth of the Diana years. Now at last Paul Burrell cuts through the gossip & the lies & takes us closer to the complex heart of the Royal Family then ever before.

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The Royal Entomological Society (RES) & Wiley-Blackwell are proud to present this landmark publication celebrating the wonderful diversity of the insects of the British Isles & the work of the RES (founded 1833). This book is the only modern systematic account of all 558 families of British insects covering not just the large & familiar groups that are included in popular books but even the smallest & least known. It is beautifully illustrated throughout in full colour with photographs by experienced wildlife photographers to show the range of diversity both morphological & behavioural among the 24 000 species. All of the 6 000 genera of British insects are listed & indexed along with all the family names & higher groups. There is a summary of the classification biology & economic importance of each family together with further references for detailed identification. All species currently subject to legal protection in the United Kingdom are also listed. The Royal Entomological Society is one of the oldest & most prestigious of its kind in the world. It is the leading organisation for professional entomologists & its main aim has always been the promotion of knowledge about insects. The RES began its famous Handbooks for the Identification of British Insects in 1949 & new works in that series continue to be published. The Royal Entomological Society Book of British Insects has been produced to demonstrate the on-going commitment of the RES to educate & encourage each generation to study these fascinating creatures. This is a key reference work for serious students of entomology & amateur entomologists as well as for professionals who need a comprehensive source of information about the insect groups of the British Isles they may be less familiar with. ...

Dispossessed of crown & kingdom crushed & routed at the grim Battle of Worcester the young Charles II is forced to flee for his life. Out of the heat of battle the outlaw King & his tiny party must journey across Cromwell's England to a Channel port & a ship bound for France & safety. But the King with his love of adventure his irrepressible humour & his unmistakeable looks is no easy man to hide...A typically witty exciting & wonderful tale of historical adventure Royal Escape will please Georgette Heyer fans old & new. ...

Meet Tilly Redbrow who doesn't just love horses
- she lives breathes & dreams them too! There's a special guest at Silver Shoe
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In Volume II of the Flashman Papers Flashman tangles with femme fatale Lola Montez & the dastardly Otto Von Bismarck in a battle of wits which will decide the destiny of a continent. In this volume of The Flashman Papers Flashman the arch-cad & toady matches his wits his talents for deceit & malice & above all his speed in evasion against the most brilliant European statesman & against the most beauiful & unscrupulous adventuress of the era. From London gaming-halls & English hunting-fields to European dungeons & throne-rooms he is involved in a desperate succession of escapes disguises amours & (when he cannot avoid them) h&-to-hand combats. All the while the destiny of a continent rests on his broad & failing shoulders. ...

The Royal Langnickel Acrylic Colour Painting Easel Set comes complete with a tote bag for easy storage & travel which is ideal for painting holidays & expeditions. The complete set
Includes:; 1 Tabletop easel 6 Taklon brushes 1 wooden palette 1 Canvas Artist Tote Bag 1 Plastic Palette Knife An 11x 14 Canvas Board An 11x 14" Stretched Canvas 12 Essentials Acrylic Paints. Artist Tote Bag; The artist tote bag has a full length double zip to access the main pocket 2 carry handles removeable shouder strap front velcro pocket. Wooden Tabletop Easel; Wooden easel fully adjustable when closed flat measures 75x 30 cm "
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The Royal Langnickel Water Colour Painting Easel Set comes complete with a tote bag for easy storage & travel which is ideal for painting holidays & expeditions. The complete set
Includes:; 1 Tabletop easel 6 Taklon brushes 1 10 Well Plastic palette 1 Canvas Artist Tote Bag 12 Sheets of 11x 14 Watercolour paper 12 Essentials Watercolour Artist Tote Bag; The artist tote bag has a full length double zip to access the main pocket 2 carry handles removeable shouder strap front velcro pocket. Wooden Tabletop Easel; Wooden easel fully adjustable carry handle when closed flat measures 44x 38 cm "
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Raised as Colonel Solomon Richards Regiment in 1688 the 17th Regiment of Foot (later the Leicestershire Regiment) served with distinction throughout Europe & the Empire
- in particular in India where they gained the signal honour of their Green Tiger badge & Hindoostan motto. Many battalions served through both World Wars & in Korea until reorganisation led to their absorption into the Royal Anglian Regiment of today. This is the story of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment The Tigers told through artwork & historic photographs in the care of the Record Office for Leicestershire Leicester & Rutl&. Although there are few records of the regiments first 150 years from the 1840s onwards there is a wealth of photographic material; much of which has never before been published. The regiment & its soldiers are seen at ease & on duty in their finest full dress & in the remnants left by active service. This is the first illustrated history of the regiment & will be a worthy tribute to one of the British Armys most gallant regiments.
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The Royal Marines were originally formed under the auspices of the Royal Navy to guard its sailing ships from harm. They are proud of their history & origins but the Navy heritage is fading. John Parker charts how the units have moved away from their nautical beginnings to develop over time into the most versatile force in the British military containing one of their most elite brigades. The Royal Marines Commandos have over the past few years developed into the premier fighting organisation on land sea & air. This history deals with events associated with the Royal Marines & subsequently in their commando role starring in all major conflicts including Italy Malaysia the Borneo confrontation with Indonesia & more recently Afghanistan. ...

The physical training that all Royal Marines recruits undergo is challenging & demanding yet also structured & achievable. Here for the first time is an official manual to show you in detail how they succeed & how you can mirror all relevant aspects in your own fitness training. Packed with facts & step-by-step instruction accompanied by hundreds of colour photographs Royal Marines Fitness" contains a wealth of guidance for anyone wanting to achieve a higher level of fitness whether its preparing for a marathon losing weight or putting on muscle mass. This manual provides you with all the tools & information you need to put together a training programme specific to your own targets & to adapt it as you surpass your expectations." ...