Topher & his father are trying to get over the death of Topher's mother an Egyptologist when they take in a stray cat. This cat bears an uncanny resemblance to a cat ornament given to Topher by his mother & so they name it ' Ka' meaning 'double'. Topher becomes very attached to Ka & is puzzled by her mysterious absences. One day when he is playing a computer game with an Egyptian theme Ka jumps on the keys & spells out the name Bubastis which was the centre of cat worship in Ancient Egypt. Could Ka really be leading a double life & what is she trying to tell Topher? ...

Ka the time-travelling cat has disappeared leaving just one clue
- a word on Tophers computer screen: R*iche mou*nt. When Topher
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Topher is planning a trip to London to visit his friend Ellie
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Alexia Tarabotti Lady Maccon has settled into domestic bliss. Of course being Alexia such bliss involves integrating werewolves into London High society living in a vampire's second best closet & coping with a precocious toddler who is prone to turning supernatural willy-nilly. Even Ivy Tunstell's acting troupe's latest play disastrous to say the least cannot put a dampener on Alexia's enjoyment of her new London lifestyle. Until that is she receives a summons from Alexandria that cannot be ignored. With husband child & Tunstells in tow Alexia boards a steamer to cross the Mediterranean. But Egypt may hold more mysteries than even the indomitable Lady Maccon can handle. What does the vampire Queen of the Alexandria Hive really want from her? Why is the God-Breaker Plague suddenly expanding? & how has Ivy Tunstell suddenly become the most popular actress in all the British Empire? *** Also available as a manga adaptation*** ...

An old man wearing a brown robe is found wandering disoriented in the Arizona desert. He is miles from any human habitation & has no memory of how he got to be there or who he is. The only clue to his identity is the plan of a medieval monastery in his pocket. So begins the mystery of Timeline a story that will catapult a group of young scientists back to the Middle Ages & into the heart of the Hundred Years War. Timeline cements Michael Crichtons place as the king of the high-concept thriller & a master storyteller to boot. ...

Give your memory a workout stimulate your brain & hone your general knowledge with 80 definition-only puzzles from The Times 2 section. Covering a wide range of topics from geography to literature history & culture this collection will test both your general knowledge & your wordpower. Compiled by the Times 2 Crossword Editor John Grimshaw these quick accessible puzzles are utterly absorbing & addictive yet concise enough to be done on the move. Quality is paramount to The Times crosswords with clues that are satisfyingly tough but accurate. This new collection is no different providing hours of crossword enjoyment & stimulation. ...

The Times Atlas of London published by Times Books maps the story of the capital from its humble beginnings to the megacity it is today. This authoritative & prestigious atlas charts London's highs & lows through maps rarely seen photographs & texts as well as statistics archive images & historical accounts giving an exceptionally detailed view of London & helping you to explore this great city. For local Londoners tourists & general readers wanting to find out what lies above & beneath the surface of this great city The Times Atlas of London is the perfect place to start. The book
Includes:: * 12 pages covering the history of mapping London with extracts from maps from the 16th century to the present day. * A comprehensive borough-by-borough guide showing how each district has developed over the years. * An illustrated chronology of London charting its remarkable history (including articles on famous Londoners royal London & sport in the capital) & extensive information on its parks rivers climate & geology. * stunning images of the capital. * Before & after aerial photography & mapping. * Discussions of important London themes from literary London to the meaning of London street names; from the capital's theatre to the famous Thames. * Information on the make-up of London's diverse population. The Times Atlas of London will allow you to immerse yourself in the rich history of the city as well as navigate the streets in the present day. This is the definitive London guide & an indispensable compendium for anyone looking to visit the capital for the 2012 Olympics. Shown in the context of the rest of Britain & in comparison to other world cities this book conveys how London is truly distinct. By seeing London I have seen as much of life as the world can show." (Samuel Johnson 1773) " When a man is tired of London he is tired of life." (Samuel Johnson 1777) " London is a roost for every bird." (Disraeli 1870)"
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The Times Desktop Atlas of the World is a complete world reference atlas in a convenient & easy to use format retaining the authority style & detail of the larger Times atlases. An excellent world atlas for every day use at home or work representing broad coverage at a great price. This new edition of the Times Desktop Atlas of the World has been fully revised to bring all the maps & geographical information completely up-to-date. As with all the atlases in the Times range it offers great authority outstanding quality & attention to detail. FULLY UPDATED Detailed up-to-date maps in the distinctive & respected Times style provide balanced systematic coverage of all parts of the world. Each continent is introduced by a political map showing individual countries followed by regional maps showing towns & cities roads railways international boundaries & topography. The introductory section covers major world geographical themes
- from earthquakes & volcanoes to population growth communications & climate change
- giving a global snapshot of our contemporary world. The extensive index to over 25 000 place names illustrates the scope of this world atlas which is ideal for home & business use. MAIN FEATURES * Authoritative updated Times mapping of the whole world including the newly independent country of South Sudan. * Geographical reference section with flags statistics & facts for the world's states & territories. * Statistics & world maps on major geographical themes including population cities climate the environment & telecommunications. * Unique 16 pages full of thousands of world facts & figures. * Over 25 000 index entries.

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The latest edition of the world's most prestigious & authoritative world atlas containing up-to-date world maps & thematic information curated by experts in geography & cartography. Now in its thirteenth edition the Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World continues to be the benchmark of cartographic excellence. The atlas is relied on & trusted by governments media companies & international organisations around the world including the UN & the European Commission. Major updates include: * 7 000 place name changes most notably in the Russian Federation China Kazakhstan Iran & Afghanistan * A beautifully illustrated section on current issues from climate to economy * The new country of South Sudan * 37 city plans added for major cities around the world * New satellite image of Antarctica * Flag & year of independence for every country * Updated national parks & conserved areas * 100 additional abandoned settlements ...

This new edition of the Times Compact World Atlas in a convenient portable format has been fully revised to bring all the maps & geographical information completely up-to-date to give an accurate picture of today's world. As with all the atlases in the Times range it offers great authority outstanding quality & attention to detail. Detailed reference maps in the distinctive & respected Times style provide balanced systematic coverage of all parts of the world. Each continent is introduced by a political map showing individual countries followed by regional maps showing towns & cities roads railways international boundaries & topography. Key features of the atlas include: * The introductory section covers major world geographical themes
- from earthquakes & volcanoes to population growth communications & climate change
- giving a global snapshot of our contemporary world. * Authoritative updated mapping of the whole world. * Geographical reference section with flags statistics & facts for the world's states & territories. * Hundreds of place names updated. * Over 25 000 index entries. This is a complete world reference atlas in a convenient & easy-to use format retaining the authority style & detail of the larger atlases in the range.

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