The book centers on the character of Mr. Harding a clergyman of great personal integrity whose charitable income far exceeds the purpose for which it was intended. Young John Bold turns his reforming zeal to exposing what he considers to be an abuse of privilege despite being in love with Mr. Hardings daughter Eleanor. The novel was highly topical as a case regarding the misapplication of church funds was the scandalous subject of contemporary debate. But Trollope uses this specific case to explore & illuminate the universal complexities of human motivation & social morality. This edition

Includes:: an introduction & notes by David Skilton & illustrations by Edward Ardizzone. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford Worlds Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxfords commitment to scholarship providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features including expert introductions by leading authorities helpful notes to clarify the text up-to-date bibliographies for further study & much more.

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With the discovery of ancient powers a legend begins.. . There was an age when the world was young. It was a time before the coming of humans a time when magic was the dominant power
- & it was named the age of Faerie. Ever since this time a bitter war has been raging between the forces of good & evil. & it was during this age that the Elfstones protecting the Elven race disappeared. They have been missing for thousands of years. Now a clue to their location may have surfaced in the ancient diary of a princess & it will be the beginning of an adventure that no-one could have anticipated. This is the beginning of a breath-taking new series from the master of modern fantasy Terry Brooks. Returning to his core Shannara world this spellbinding series will astound both seasoned Terry Brooks fans & those discovering his magical world for the first time.
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There was an age when the world was young. It was a time before the coming of humans a time when magic was the dominant power
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Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities & this fantastic walking guide to Warwickshire & the West Midlands features a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history & wildlife of the area as well as other local points of interest. All walks are annotated with local points of interest & places to stop for refreshments & every walk is given a summary of distance time gradient level of difficulty type of surface & access landscape dog friendliness parking & public toilets. ...

Described by Sir Bobby Robson as the greatest midfielder of his generation" this is the autobiography of 1980s football legend John Wark. It tells the story of the Scottish internationals illustrious career & is packed with funny bootroom stories. Wark pulls no punches in telling the story of his career with Scotland Liverpool Ipswich & Middlesbrough with a dash of his laconic Scots humour. There are also the more sombre moments including Warks thoughts on his appearance in 1985 European Cup Final at Heysel & the harrowing tragedy prior to kick-off." ...

Hidden away in the vast & forbidding deserts of North Africa Taita has passed the years since the death of his beloved Queen Lostris in prayer & study. He has become the Warlock wise in the lore of the ancient Gods an adept of magic & the supernatural. Now Taita answers the summons from the beyond. He leaves the desert vastness & returns to the world of men to find himself plunged into a terrible conflict against the forces of evil which threaten to overwhelm the throne & the realm of Egypt & to destroy the young prince Nefer who is the grandson of Queen Lostris. With vivid depictions of battle & intrigue of love & passion with fascinating characters both good & evil Wilbur Smith brings to life in colourful detail the world of ancient Egypt. This is a masterful feat of story telling by one of the world's best-selling authors. ...

Winner of a Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award 2012 The Newman twins have finally been divided. The end is near. In San Francisco Josh has chosen a side
- & he will not stand with his sister Sophie or the Alchemyst Nicholas Flamel. He has chosen to fight along side John Dee & the mysterious Virginia Dare. Sophie will do anything she can to find her brother but her training must continue. With Perenelle & Nicholas as weak as they are Niten must help her to master Earth Magic. Without this she will fail & the human race will be doomed forever... Can she save the world alone?
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May 1194. Finally released from captivity Richard the Lionheart is in Normandy engaged in a bloody war to drive the French out of his continental patrimony. Using the brutal tactics of medieval warfare
- siege savagery & scorched earth
- the Lionheart is gradually pushing back the forces of King Philip of France. By his side in this epic struggle are Robert Earl of Locksley better known as the erstwhile outlaw Robin Hood & Sir Alan Dale his loyal friend & a musician & warrior of great skill & renown. But while the battles rage & the bodies pile up Robin seems only to be interested in making a profit from the devastation of war while Alan is preoccupied with discovering the identity the man who ordered his fathers death ten years earlier
- & the mystery is leading him towards to Paris deep in the heart of the enemys territory.. .


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May 1194. Finally released from captivity Richard the Lionheart is in Normandy engaged in a bloody war to drive the French out of his continental patrimony. Using the brutal tactics of medieval warfare
- siege savagery & scorched earth
- the Lionheart is gradually pushing back the forces of King Philip of France. By his side in this epic struggle are Robert Earl of Locksley better known as the erstwhile outlaw Robin Hood & Sir Alan Dale his loyal friend & a musician & warrior of great skill & renown. But while the battles rage & the bodies pile up Robin seems only to be interested in making a profit from the devastation of war while Alan is preoccupied with discovering the identity the man who ordered his father's death ten years earlier
- & the mystery is leading him to Paris deep in the heart of the enemy's territory.. .


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Greater & Lesser Helium are united behind Dejah Thoris. But just when things seem to be getting back to normal Heliums precious supply of water begins running dry. Dejah heads to the Antarctic ice caps to investigate only to find herself pulled into the deadly mysteries of the forbidden south. This is a swashbuckling adventure of sky pirates renegade princesses lost treasure & ancient curses abound in Dejah Thoris: Pirate Queen of Mars"! This title collects issues numbered 6-10 of the ongoing series along with a complete cover gallery & bonus material." ...