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An international history of trains, from early steam locomotives to Japan's bullet train, presented in spectacular layered pop-up scenes.

The Archbishop of York's behaviour was 'never that expected of a cleric, rarely that expected of a pirate'...

In mid-century America, the worldΓÇÖs greatestsuperheroes face epic threats in public while battling private scandals behindclosed doors. Now adapted into a big-budget Netflix Original series, get in onthe ground floor with one of the most critically acclaimed superhero series ofthe past 10 years.Collects JUPITER''S CIRCLE #1-6

The 1970 World Cup is widely regarded as the greatest ever staged, with more goals per game than any World Cup since. Using brand new interviews alongside painstaking archival research, Andrew Downie charts each stage of the tournament, from the preparations to the final, telling a host of remarkable stories in the players' own words.

"Originally only available on PanelSyndicate.com, this oversized hardcover features a story firmly set in THE WALKING DEAD comic book continuity by BRIAN K. VAUGHAN (SAGA, PAPER GIRLS) and MARCOS MARTIN (THE PRIVATE EYE, BARRIER)."--provided by publisher.

Intended for all readers of Shakespeare, this beautiful and ground-breaking book arranges Shakespeare's sonnets printed in 1609 in chronological order and intersperses the sonnets from the plays among them. A lively introduction provides essential background, while explanatory notes and modern English paraphrases illuminate the sonnets' meanings.

An illustrated adaptation of Charles Dickens's Victorian classic - at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages!

128 pages, paperback. Some b/w illustrations. Pippi Longstocking is one of the most popular children's characters of all time and is still much loved by millions of children today. This anniversary edition of Pippi Longstocking Goes Aboard will introduce Pippi and her adventurous spirit to a whole new generation of readers. Nine year old Pippi is an unusual and unpredictable character, she lives alone with a monkey, a horse, and no rules whatsoever! Every day is a crazy adventure with Pippi, but what else would you expect from the daughter of a swashbuckling pirate captain?! In this story Pippi and her friends, Tommy and Annika, have the best time together - going to the circus, buying ALL the sweets in the sweet shop and getting shipwrecked for the weekend. But when Pippi's long-lost father comes to visit, will Pippi sail away to sea with him and leave Tommy and Annika behind?

Book two in the much-loved Witches of Woodville trilogy and a coming-of-age novel like no other - full of life, love, war and magic, this is Maisie Dobbs meets The Magicians (with a helping of Terry Pratchett!).

A Christmas special in the magical Sticker Dolly fiction series.Perfect for fans of Rainbow Magic, the book also comes with a sheet of colourful stickers to dress the Dolls. It's Christmas Eve, and the Christmas Dolls get a call from Mission Control - all the presents have been stolen from Santa's workshop, and even worse, one of the elves is missing! Santa is away fetching the reindeer, and the elves don't know what to do. It's now up to the Christmas Dolls, Star, Robin and Clara, to save Christmas.

Little treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by two other tales: The Chimes and The Haunted Man.

A material culture book that celebrates the way the Tudors experienced the world through their five senses, the first book of its kind

Mina Mistry Investigates is a fun detective series packed with comic-style illustrations and mystery-solving throughout.

A humorous book that poses and answers twenty questions about our feline friends and what makes them so unique

From the gardens of Pemberley to the spooky halls of Northanger Abbey, join some of literature's most iconic heroines on their path to self-discovery and true love.An adaptation of Jane Austen's famous stories, illustrated to introduce children aged 7+ to the classics.

"Young people now more than ever need the tools and resources to support their mental wellbeing and help fulfil their potential. This book will be invaluable in helping them achieve this."--DAME KELLY HOLMES"This is truly a brilliant book! Having worked with young people for over 25 years in both sport and education, this is quite simply a MUST read!"--DREW POVEY from Channel 4's Educating Greater Manchester"Paul's wonderful book, crammed with insight, action, humour and hope will help you create a better future, not only for yourself but for all of us."--RICHARD GERVER, Speaker, author and education expert"A hugely helpful book for both young people and adults alike. I loved it."--DR KATE MIDDLETON, Psychologist and director of the Mind & Soul FoundationDiscover how to make the most of being You!YESSS! The SUMO Secrets to Being a Positive, Confident Teenager uncovers the secrets of overcoming the challenges and also embracing the opportunities of one of life's most difficult stages: the teenage years.YESSS! is full of vibrant, exciting advice that will motivate and equip readers to overcome the insecurities and confusion that can often characterize our teenage years.Sunday Times bestselling author and speaker, Paul McGee aka The SUMO Guy, shows teenagers (and the people who both care for and support them) how to harness practical strategies to:* Take responsibility for their lives* Own and understand their feelings* Build a more positive mindset* Develop a healthy image of themselves* Realize that it's OK to not always feel OK* Recover from setbacks and develop perseverance* Aspire, set goals, and dare to dreamPerfect for every teenager and all those involved in supporting them, YESSS! shows young people what it's like to live with confidence, resilience, hope, and happiness.

A global, up-to-the-minute guide to navigating the fast-changing world of skincare, written by an expert at the heart of the business.

Fully updated to reflect the growth of London's beer scene* Listings include traditional pubs, specialist beer bars, bottle shops & more* Features colour photography and maps throughout* Organised by area and borough for easy reference* Over 300 venue listings complete with opening hours, public transport links and local landmarks

A fun, well-structured collection of facts and trivia about the climate.

The Renaissance (14th-17th C) was a pivotal period in the development of Western art, and Italy was its crucible. With fascinating insights and lush reproductions, this sumptuous book celebrates the prolific output of this era, from the radical perspective of Giotto to the High Renaissance giants: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael.

A collection of the most inspiring, illuminating, poignant and compelling correspondence from remarkable women through history.

Inua Ellams' magical retelling of the much loved story by Antoine de Saint-Exupery turns the Little Prince into a descendant of an African race in a parallel galaxy.

A beautifully produced and illustrated miscellany of fascinating facts, definitions and quotations relating to the world's most famous playwright.

Face up to the world with confidence and higher self-esteemGrowing up has become faster, more furious and the pressures more intense. Anxiety and panic have reached epidemic proportions. A third of teenage girls will suffer from depression. Factor in a rise in self harm and eating disorders and the mental health stats become alarming.It's time to equip young women with the means to fight back.A Girl's Guide to Being Fearless unlocks self-esteem, confidence, wellbeing, resilience and offers an antidote to an overwhelming world of altered photos, filters, and fillers.A Girl's Guide helps parents, girls, and teachers understand that wellbeing is an inside job. As an essential book for our time, this guide reflects the challenging world facing teens. The authors suggest there is little to be gained by asking girls to stop taking selfies or using Instagram filters, because these habits are ingrained in teenage culture. Instead, guidance is provided on how girls can take action to increase their confidence and love the skin they are in. Moreover, it's about learning to be a class act in person and online.* Practical exercises and doable ideas to inspire young women* Encouragement to eliminate self-limiting beliefs* Guidance for girls on lifting themselves and others up* Tips for showing greater confidence and being excited about the future* Suggestions for how to live your best lifeKeep calm and read A Girl's Guide to Being Fearless, a gathering of life's cheat codes;. all simple, do-able and hugely entertaining.Learn how to show anxiety the door and let in more of the good stuff. This book will help you find your Fierce. Whisper it quietly, but it might even change your life.

The People's Wimbledon brings you the magic of SW19 in words and pictures. The book combines hundreds of stunning illustrations with memories and anecdotes from players, journalists, broadcasters and fans - from 1877 to the modern day. This book is a 'must' if you've been bitten by the Wimbledon bug.

A startlingly original, stunningly-illustrated modern classic about learning to face your fears from the multi award-winning partnership of Nick Lake and Emily Gravett.

Body image expert Dr Charlotte Markey uses her twenty-five years of experience to help girls aged 9-15 develop a positive body image and improve their overall wellbeing. Covering puberty, mental health, self-care, why diets are bad news, dealing with social media, and everything in-between, this is a must read!

It's Uncle Bug Belly's turn to babysit. The taddies and froglets can count on him for lots of froggy fun, but when Uncle Bug Belly's tummy goes URGLE-GURGLE-GULP everyone knows that spells - TROUBLE!