The amazing manga retelling of Darren Shans international best-selling vampire saga with illustrations by Japanese artist Takahiro Arai. Compelled by his loyalty to Mr Crepsley Darren Shan the vampires assistant agrees to prove his worthiness to the vampire clan by undertaking a series of trials. Each Trial is set by the Vampire Princes to test agility cunning & intelligence. Failure means death. While their attention is focused on Darren the vampire clan fail to notice that the vampaneze have infiltrated their mountain stronghold. Who is the traitor helping the vampaneze & will Darren survive the trials to oust the vampires greatest foes? The stunning illustrations & manga format give a new dimension to this ever-popular vampire saga available for the first time in translation in the UK. This will be a must-have for Shan fans & manga aficionados alike. ...

Tempers & sparks fly in Judge Darcys courtroom
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Coach Joe Friel has equipped thousands of triathletes for success in the sport. This new edition of his best-selling book



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Discover what it takes to maximize multisport strength power speed & endurance. Triathlon Anatomy" shows how to improve performance by increasing muscular strength & optimizing the efficiency of every movement. " Triathlon Anatomy" features 82 of the most effective multisport exercises with step-by-step descriptions & full colour anatomical illustrations highlighting the muscles in action. It places the reader at the starting line & into the throes of competition by fundamentally linking each exercise to multisport performance. It explains how to strengthen muscles & increase stamina for running across various terrains cycling steep inclines & swimming in open water. It shows how to modify exercises to target specific areas reduce muscle tension & minimize common injuries. Best of all it shows how to put it all together to develop a training programme based on individual needs & goals. This is an inside look at triathlon training." ...

Shaping up for a triathlon is serious business. Triathlon Training For Dummies is packed with insider tips & proven methods for training for a triathlon & pumping yourself into the best possible shape by race day. It helps you find the motivation you need to stick to your program eat better to maximize your energy & prevent injures both before & during the race. This authoritative guide helps you evaluate your cardiovascular fitness muscle strength endurance & flexibility & to set manageable realistic training goals. Youll learn how to establish a workout schedule choose a target finish time get the right affordable equipment youll need for each leg of the race & maximize your fitness & form for swimming biking & running. Youll also get plenty of help in putting it all together as you focus your training add dual workouts become a quick-change artist & save time during transitions. Discover how to:* Choose an event to train for based on your fitness level* Get into your best possible shape* Select the right equipment & sportswear* Train for an Olympic Sprint or Ironman triathlon* Fuel your body & prevent injuries* Prepare for training sessions* Maintain energy & recover quickly* Set training schedules for every triathlon event* Treat common training & racing injuries* Live like an athlete Triathlon Training For Dummies comes complete with resources for finding triathlons near you lists of items to bring along on race day & tips on registration formalities & racing etiquette. ...

Tribal Rugs: Treasures of the Black Tent" is an exploration of one of the most ancient crafts of the world. Beginning with the discovery of the oldest complete rug which has been dated to the fifth century bc the reader is led through the weaving history of the nomadic peoples of Iran Afghanistan Turkey the Caucasus & Central Asia. Each chapter introduces a different group of tribes & illustrates the rugs carpets kilims & utilitarian bags attributed to their weavers. Tribal weaving together with the use of natural vegetable dyes began its swift decline around the turn of the twentieth century under the twin assaults of civilisation & commercialism. This book is both a celebration of the woven legacy left by the tribes & a tribute to the skill & artistry of the women who created these wonderful works of tribal art. It is hoped that it will provide an introduction to the novice & excite the more knowledgeable to further study. The book is illustrated in colour throughout with examples of the finest work of each tribe the majority of the illustrations being previously unpublished. This is a completely new edition with updated text & many new photographs." ...

What s the hook? A compulsive expose of the attraction of gang culture the need for acceptance & the importance of relationships with a compelling protagonist. What are the themes? Identity friendship individual vs society & peer pressure. Teaching points? Fast-paced narrative makes it absolutely ideal for studying structure. ...

In this fascinating book Seth Godin argues that now for the first time everyone has an opportunity to start a movement
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The diverse peoples of Britain & Ireland are revealed not only by physical characteristics but also through structures & settlements place names & dialects. Using the latest genetic & archaeological research the author shows how different peoples traded settled & conquered establishing the tribal & regional roots still apparent today. Its vast scope considers the impact of prehistoric peoples & Celtic tribes Romans & Vikings Saxons & Normans Jews & Huguenots as well as the increasing population movements of the last century. ...

The creatures of the Redwall sequence
- from mice & badgers to otters & squirrels
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