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Drawn from Calvin's experience as an award-winning sportswriter covering every major sports event over 40 years in more than 80 countries, this deeply personal book takes you on a tour of the world's greatest sporting occasions. Part memoir, part manifesto, this is sport as you've never seen it before.

Own the manga thrill ride that changed global comics and inspired the James Cameron and Robert Rodriguez''s cyberpunk action film Alita: Battle Angel! This new paperback edition features an updated translation in six affordable, 300-page volumes.In a dump in the lawless settlement of Scrapyard, far beneath the mysterious space city of Zalem, disgraced cyber-doctor Daisuke Ido makes a strange find: the detached head of a cyborg woman who has lost all her memories. He names her Alita and equips her with a powerful new body, the Berserker. While Alita remembers no details of her former life, a moment of desperation reawakens in her nerves the legendary school of martial arts known as Panzer Kunst. In a place where there is no justice but what people make for themselves, Alita decides to become a hunter-killer, tracking down and taking out those who prey on the weak. But can she hold onto her humanity as she begins to revel in her own bloodlust?

You'd better not tickle that polar bear, because it just might growl if you do! Babies and toddlers won't be able to resist tickling the adorable touchy-feely animals to hear the animal sounds in this unique novelty book. Alongside the polar bear there's a walrus, a seal and a puffin, followed by a musical finale guaranteed to get everyone dancing.

2020 brought a seismic break with normality. For those living in urban centres, lockdown made us wonder if city life as we knew it was gone forever. The images in this book express the anxiety, the love, the boredom, the intimacy, the grief, the tranquillity and the renewed appreciation of nature that isolation brought. Uncanny but often uplifting, they show London at a defining moment in its history - telling a story that will resonate far beyond the pandemic. Published in association with the Museum of London, whose collection of over 180,000 comprise a visual encyclopaedia of London''s history.

A positive and mindful approach to exercise and nutrition from pop sensation and fitness icon Ellie Goulding

Berlin 1939. War has begun. Winter has blanketed the city in snow and ice. A serial killer is at work... The thrilling new story of murder and betrayal from the bestselling author Simon Scarrow

Explore the miracles of the microscopic world.Find out all about the unique and beautiful kingdoms of life at a microscopic scale and how every organism meets the challenges of survival no matter its size. The perfect book for people who enjoy photography, nature, and biology.Inside the pages of this exciting nature book, you'll find: - Microscopic life-forms (often neglected), and their larger life-forms in extreme close-ups, revealing details such as nerve cells and hair follicles - Artworks support the beautiful images, providing a deeper insight into structure and function and building a picture of how living organisms work at a microscopic level - Comprehensive coverage of the natural world, including all the main groups of living things- Explores overlooked groups that have a huge role in the natural world: insects, which make up 80 percent of the world's animal species; and bacteria - of which there are more in a human mouth than there are people in the world- The book is organised according to the main functions of life: movement, reproduction, energy and feeding, sensing the surroundings, defence, etc. - Foreword for the book written by Chris PackhamExplore the inhabitants of an invisible world in incredible detail with this book which contains macro photography and spectacular microscope imagery. You'll have so much information about the hidden world of intricate structures beyond the naked eye. From the tiniest spiders and insects to even microscopic creatures such as bacteria and viruses, this book contains it all!See the beauty of a pollen grain, a butterfly egg, the spore of a fungus, and a human's nerve cell in extreme close up. The amazing imagery in Micro Life contains focus-stacked macro photographs and micrographs (microscope images), including scanning electron micrographs. Illustrations in this book explain the science - from the workings of an insect's eye to how a plant "breathes" through its leaves. Micro Life is an unexpectedly breathtaking look at the natural world. Find out how life works and how organisms solve the fundamental problems of movement, reproduction, energy, communication, and defence. Suitable for all the family, this stunning book makes a wonderful gift for those interested in photography, nature or biology.

Journey to the planet's most magnificent places with this thought-provoking portrait of our world. The images in this book will take you to places far and wide, the kinds of places that you might never visit but that you can perhaps put on that "If " list. Flick through the pages and marvel over the undeniable fact; it is a beautiful world.

An official Midsomer Murders Interactive novel.

who are youwhen you're alone Starry Night, Blurry Dreams is a collection of graphic poetry about loneliness, love and existing in our world.a heavy heart is hard to carryhold onWhen words aren't enough to describe our emotions, this book will offer comfort, joy and a friend in the dark. we all have our own beautiful universe

A powerful look at the history of racism through the prism of sport, showing how we can change things through education and understanding

Completely updated edition brings the reader even more handy tips on how to help combat the climate emergency and other environmental problems. For anyone who yearns for a realistic alternative to the destructive path the world is on, and wants practical advice on how they can make things better.

What Are Little Girls Made Of?, authored by the talented Jeanne Willis, is a captivating book that explores the essence of what it means to be a girl. Published in 2020, this book has quickly become a must-read in its genre. Jeanne Willis, known for her compelling storytelling, takes readers on an unforgettable journey. The book is a compelling exploration of gender stereotypes and encourages young readers to break free from societal expectations. Published by Nosy Crow Ltd, this book is a testament to the publisher's commitment to producing thought-provoking and engaging literature. The book is written in English, making it accessible to a wide audience. If you're looking for a book that challenges norms and sparks conversation, What Are Little Girls Made Of? is the book for you.

The Flame Tree Collectable Classics are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The selected, most popular tales are accompanied by a Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern reader.

Driving, owning, repairing and maintaining a car can be expensive, frustrating and time-consuming. Car Hacks is here to explain how to use the things you have around your home to improve your car life, and balance your wellbeing in the process. From ensuring you never lose a screw when repairing your car, to spending less on fuel, and using cereal boxes to keep you car tidy, this book will open your eyes to the joys of car hacking.

This pocket handbook to navigation will help you master the necessary map and compass skills for mountain walking. Chapters include map scales, symbols and contours, grid references, map reading, bearings, route planning and night and bad-weather navigation, as well as navigating with a GPS.

Introducing our favourite blue-haired adventurer, Hilda!

A funny, revealing and insightful take on the madness of living and working during a pandemic from the always entertaining Louis Theroux.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that love is never smooth sailing.Captain William Hawksmoor of the Royal Navy never expected to inherit Kingscastle, his family's estate, and finds himself all at sea when he does so. Especially when he learns that he must marry within a year or be forever dealing with trustees. As the new Marquis of Athelney, the captain takes command of Kingscastle and discovers much to be done to set it in order. He must also contend with his aunt, Lady Willoughby Hawksmoor, who is determined that her daughter will be his wife. When she discovers he is far more interested in Eleanor Burgess, her underpaid and much put-upon companion, Lady Willoughby shows she will stop at nothing to keep them apart.

When young Freddie Hackett witnesses a murder, the police refuse to believe his identification of the murderer. In desperation, he asks Maisie Dobbs to investigate.

Back in print after more than twenty years, this cult classic of underground British fiction tells the story of young Black men coming of age among the raves and jungle music of London in the 1990s.

In the much-anticipated follow-up to the bestselling In the Company of Women, Grace Bonney turns her attention to older women in a celebration of intergenerational bonds between women, and the role those bonds play in sharing vital knowledge, stories, power, and history through generations.

This TV tie-in book follows the 12-part Motor Trend (Discovery) TV series Ant Anstead Master Mechanic, in which Ant builds his own-design 'special' car, taking inspiration from the Alfa 158 1950s F1 car. Written in Ant's own words, and heavily illustrated, this book expands on the TV series, providing more detail on all aspects of the car build.

From Heather Morris, the international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and Cilka's Journey, comes a novel of breathtaking power, the story of three brave sisters. Cibi, Magda and Livia were aged 19, 17 and 15 when they were taken to Auschwitz from their home in Vranov, Slovakia.

The spotlight search is back with a fabulous festive edition! Use the paper spotlight-searcher as a magic torch to illuminate six scenes buzzing with busy Santas. With bonus games on every page!Ho-ho! Wally, his friends and hundreds of busy Santas are getting ready for the festive countdown. There¿s so much to do from shopping in the department store, to helping in the toy factory, baking holiday treats and loading the sleigh ¿ but they still find time to party! For extra sparkle as the excitement builds there are bonus searching games to complete on every page. It¿s jingle bells all the way!Includes a spotlight-searcher wand to light up the scenes. No batteries required. All light-up magic is designed from paper and extra spotlight-searcher wands are available to print online.

Made in Europe is a celebration of Europe's greatest and most remarkable football talent over more than 60 years. It features 250 of the best and most colourful players - each one honoured in stunning photos and fascinating mini-bios, interspersed with little-known anecdotes. You'll learn things you didn't know in this beautifully illustrated book.