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THE VERDUN AFFAIR is a deeply moving and evocative novel about a passionate love affair and the tragedy of wartime, set during the tumultuous years of post-World War I Europe.

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A humorous, warm memoir of family life in the countryside from bestselling author, Clare Mackintosh.

A practical, self-help guide for living well with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM2) In the last 40 years, we have seen an astounding rise in the prevalence of DM2 in most countries. There are thought to be close to half a billion people affected worldwide. Traditionally thought of as a disease of mid-life and old age, both DM2 and the metabolic markers of future disease are now increasingly being seen in young people, children and even infants. The burden of this disease is huge at all levels - for healthcare spend and for added risk of other medical problems. Other than its physical impacts, more than a third of people with DM2 are said to experience psychological problems related specifically to the condition. We are now at a crossroads in understanding the science behind DM2 with a more focused approach emerging. Research and practice are challenging the traditional way in which we approach and manage DM2 - as well as better understanding how to prevent it altogether.By following the advice in this book, you will:· Better understand, and be empowered to control, your metabolic health· Learn how to prevent, improve and manage DM2JOHN GEDNEY is a former GP with a special interest in mental health, rheumatic diseases and diabetes. Now retired from clinical work he has an ongoing interest in the challenges posed by people being overweight and the pandemic of Type 2 diabetes, particularly in the context of the food environment and the evolving science of Metabolic Syndrome. PAMELA MYLES-HOOTON is an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist, trainer and supervisor. She co-wrote The CBT Handbook, which has been used by many people to overcome problems with anxiety, depression and anger. She is a Fellow of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.Living Well self-help guides use clinically proven techniques to treat long-standing and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical. Series Editors: Professor Kate Harvey and Emeritus Professor Peter Cooper

An essential and comforting self-help guide to the difficult notion of acceptance - how we accept what we cannot change before we can refocus our goals on what we value.

A concise look at the evolution of one of our most crucial transport and trade routes that will open your eyes to its vivid history. Jeremy Black expertly spotlights those who embarked to cross the ocean over the last 550 years and how it came to be established as the ocean for the world.

A concise and wonderfully readable history of Germany through the ages In A Brief History of Germany, renowned historian Jeremy Black questions how the country we know today came to be, chronicling the events that shaped its past, present and future in a fascinating new way. Black chronicles the defining moments of centuries gone by and unlocks the places and people that formed Germany with stories of its society and culture. Whether you're planning your next trip to Germany or simply want to widen your knowledge, this intriguing look at its history is an essential read.

'A supremely talented writer ... Open this book, fasten your seatbelt, and brace for impact' Ben Fountain, author of Billy Lynn's Long Halftime WalkThe debut novel by 'one of the leading post-Soviet writers of her generation' (The Atlantic) which chronicles the journey of three Ukrainian women and one extremely endangered snail through the travails of capitalism, foreign invasion, romance and survival. Ukraine, 2022. Nastia and her sister, Solimaya, are entangled in the booming bridal industry, entertaining Western men who've come to Ukraine on 'Romance Tours' to find their dream woman. Yeva is a a maverick scientist who's tried, and failed, to breed specimens from the region's dwindling snail population in her mobile lab. Nastia's obsession with finding her absent mother leads her to embark on the journey of a lifetime across hundreds of miles: three angry women, a truckful of kidnapped Western bachelors, and Lefty, a rare snail with one last shot at perpetuating his species. This journey, and these dreams, come to a screeching halt as Russia invades. Praise for GOOD CITIZENS NEED NOT FEAR:'Bright, funny, satirical and relevant. . . . A new talent to watch!' MARGARET ATWOOD (via Twitter)'Maria Reva's enthralling debut of interlinked short stories achieves the double effect of timelessness and timeliness' KAPKA KASSABOVA, GUARDIAN BOOK OF THE DAY'A comic triumph' GLOBE AND MAIL'Bang-on brilliant' MIRIAM TOEWS'Luminous' YANN MARTEL'Outstanding' ANTHONY DOERR

A brilliant satire in the tradition of Orwell and Ray Bradbury about what happens when a small company starts aggressively marketing a new global language.

'Elegantly written and beautifully produced' TLSHow 'Uncle Bill' won the war in BurmaDefeated and demoralised, British units in the Far East had virtually been ejected from Burma when, in 1943, General W. J. Slim organised, trained and then deployed his famous 'forgotten' 14th Army to devastating effect, defeating the Japanese twice and liberating Burma in the process. One of the most innovative soldiers of his generation, Slim's 'smart' style of soldiering was startling in its modernity - and with it he achieved something no one believed possible.An intelligent, compassionate commander, the unconventional Slim was also a heroic figure to the men he commanded - known affectionately to the ranks as 'Uncle Bill'. This biography tells the fascinating story of how he brought victory out of defeat; Lyman now gives him his rightful place, alongside Patton and Guderian, in the pantheon of eminent and unorthodox Second World War commanders.

HIGHLY COMMENDED for the British Medical Awards book prize for Popular Medicine'Filled with emotionally resonant stories, Can't Just Stop helps us understand not only the underpinnings of some forms of mental illness, but also the everyday worries that drive so much of our behaviour. A fascinating peek into the human mind in our age of anxiety.'David Kessler, author of Capture: Unraveling the Mystery of Mental Suffering Do you check your smartphone continuously for messages? Or perhaps do the weekly shop with military precision? Maybe you always ensure the cutlery is perfectly lined up on the table?Compulsion is something most of us have witnessed in daily life. But compulsions exist along a broad continuum, and at the opposite end of these mild forms are life-altering disorders.Sharon Begley's meticulously researched book is the first of its kind to examine the science behind both mild and extreme compulsive behaviour; using fascinating case studies to understand their deeper meaning and reveal the truth about human compulsion - that it is a coping response to varying degrees of anxiety.Through the personal stories of dozens of interviewees exhibiting behaviours such as OCD, hoarding, compulsive acquiring, exercise or even altruism, Begley employs genuine compassion and gives meaningful context to their plight. Along the way she explores the role of compulsion in our fast paced culture, the neuroscience behind it, and strange manifestations of the behaviour throughout history. Can't Just Stop makes compulsion comprehensible and accessible, exploring how we can realistically grapple with it in ourselves and in those we love.

Sun, croissants and fine wine. Nothing can spoil the perfect holiday. Or can it?When thirty-one-year-old Emmy Jamieson arrives at La Cour des Roses, a beautiful guesthouse in the French countryside, she can‿t wait to spend two weeks relaxing with boyfriend Nathan. Their relationship needs a little TLC and Emmy is certain this holiday will do the trick. But they‿ve barely unpacked before he scarpers with Gloria, the guesthouse owner‿s cougar wife. Rupert, the ailing guesthouse owner, is shell-shocked. Feeling somewhat responsible, and rather generous after a bottle (or so) of wine, heartbroken Emmy offers to help. Changing sheets in the gîtes will help keep her mind off her misery. Thrust into the heart of the local community, Emmy suddenly finds herself surrounded by new friends. And with sizzling hot gardener Ryan and the infuriating (if gorgeous) accountant Alain providing welcome distractions, Nathan is fast becoming a distant memory. Fresh coffee and croissants for breakfast, feeding the hens in the warm evening light; Emmy starts to feel quite at home. But it would be madness to walk away from her friends, family, and everything she‿s ever worked for, to take a chance on a place she fell for on holiday ‿ wouldn‿t it?Fans of Jenny Colgan, Lucy Diamond and Nick Alexander will want to join Emmy for a glass of wine as the sun sets on the terrace at La Cour des Roses. Praise for The Little French Guesthouse:‿Like sunshine on a cloudy day this is a book to warm your heart. I loved it.‿ Shellyback Books‿I loved every single page of this book and didn't want the story to end. It had me hooked from start to finish, had me giggling on the bus (rather embarrassing). It is one of those warm, cosy books that needs coffee and croissants.‿ The Reading Shed‿Utterly delicious, I loved escaping into this delightful French community ‿ definitely a feel good book that had me with a smile on my face and laughing out loud ‿ You‿ve just got to love Rupert ... With the sexy gardener providing a great distraction from Nathan‿s desertion, new friends and new possibilities this is a real page turner that I thoroughly enjoye

Whether you know it or not, the seeds of success are already within you, so instead of endlessly putting off your dreams, dive in and get started now.

The year 2022 marks 2,500 years since Athens, the birthplace of democracy, fought off the mighty Persian empire. Kershaw tells the story of the three epic battles - Marathon, Thermopylae and Salamis - that saved democracy, without which the history of Europe and the West would have been radically different.

A call-to-action for adventurers everywhere, Departures is about the power of travel to transform us, heal us, challenge us and turn us into everyday adventure-seekers even after we return to the grind back home.

Fast Times and Excellent Adventures is an inside look at the surprising history of the Eighties teen movie - how the movie world got to that position and what it did with that power.

After his Number One New York Times bestsellers The Wrinkle Cure and The Perricone Prescription comesTHE PERRICONE PROMISE, an astonishing program to reverse the ageing process-inside and out.

By the Jhalak Prize-winning author of The Bone Readers comes a stunning literary crime novel set in the Caribbean.

By the winner of the 1993 W.H. Smith Literary Award and shortlisted for the 1992 Booker Prize with her sixth novel "Daughters of the House", this is a collection of the author's short stories.

A surprising, informative, enlightening and at times outrageous must have guide to life from the world's most famous rock stars.