In 2065, terrorists seized control of a nuclear weapons instillation in Northern Russia and in one act of fanaticism, they sealed the fate of mankind.Leaving behind their irradiated homelands, the survivors of the Earth head out into the night and start the hugely ambitious and dangerous task of building a permanent colony on Mars.The year is now 2102 and against the odds, the Sanctuary colony and its inhabitants have thrived and have started to explore other worlds.Hu...

After narrowly escaping from Ashen 2, Robert Hewson and the crew of the URM Starglider Cleopatra find themselves imprisoned on the far side of the galaxy by an enemy that seems hell bent on their destruction.Back home on Mars, the leaders of the Sanctuary launch a mission to locate the Cleopatra, but before long another crew, among them Kate Hewson, become engaged in their own cruel game of survival.To escape the confines of their prison planet, Robert Hewson must learn the...

David Sibley, Don and Lillian Stokes, and many more share their inside tips—and witty observations—on the birding life.The biggest names in birding dispense advice to birders of every level—on topics ranging from feeding birds and cleaning binoculars to pishing and pelagic birding—in these lighthearted essays accompanied by illustrations. Whether satirizing bird snobs or relating the traditions and taboos of the birding culture, this collection of wisdom is as choc...

In December 1989, United fanatic Pete Molyneux raised a banner calling for Alex Ferguson's head, sparking the most famous protest in Old Trafford's 103 years. For manager and supporter alike it was their darkest hour. Pete never gave up on his team and, thank God, Fergie stayed. Ta Ra Fergie tells Pete's story of his time following United at home and abroad since 1963, attending over 2,000 matches. This is the story of United from a fan's perspective. It covers Bu...

Today Leo is ASTROLYNX, a cosmic citizen of Earth and beyond—and he is ready to rocket into outer space to chat with our Sun who is confused and a little concerned about nighttime.Leo likes to practice his positive thoughts about life on Earth—about himself and others, and about circumstances. Today he gets to practice with our Sun who is confused and not experienced with living on planet Earth.Leo assumed the Sun would already know about life on E...

Beyond Audubon: A quirky, "lively and illuminating" account of bird-watching's history, including "rivalries, controversies, [and] bad behavior" ( The Washington Post Book World).From the moment Europeans arrived in North America, they were awestruck by a continent awash with birds—great flocks of wild pigeons, prairies teeming with grouse, woodlands alive with brilliantly colored songbirds. Of a Feather traces the colorful origins of American bird...

The best football autobiography I have ever read The Sunday TimesAlex Ferguson is a legend in his lifetime, universally respected for his tough, but caring managerial style. This book covers the beginning of his football career, including his triumphant 1999 run to the treble and a Knighthood from the Queen.Covering his tough Govan upbringing through to his playing days and onto his shift into management, Managing My Life is told with the ...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2011Sir Alex Ferguson is the most controversial and compelling figure in football. For many he ranks as the greatest manager of all time. He is certainly the most successful.It's been more than ten years since Ferguson's Manchester United triumphed over Bayern Munich in the dying seconds of the Champions League final. Since then he has presided over the rise and fall and rise again of José Mourinho; the arrival...

Steven Gerrard is a genuine Liverpool legend.Captain at the age of 23.Two FA Cups.Three League Cups.One UEFA Cup.And that Champions League win.Gerrard embodies the spirit and passion of Liverpool football club like no other in the modern era.From the raw but talented youngster who made the jump from the Melwood training ground and took to the famous Anfield turf at 18, to the talismanic skipper who has led his beloved club through thi...

This is the One is a fascinating insight into the mindset and winning temperament of the recently retired Sir Alex Ferguson, the most success manager in English football. When This Is The One was first published in 2007 it was hailed by Michael Crick as 'one of the all-time Manchester United classics' and featured by The Times in their quest to find the 'Best Ever 50 Sports Books'.Written over the course of two eventful and controversial seasons, it offer...

75 MILLION FANS.AN ANNUAL INCOME OF MORE THAN £500 MILLION.AND A STORY THAT HAS NEVER FULLY BEEN TOLD - UNTIL NOW.'A wonderfully entertaining history' Sunday Telegraph'When historians 1,000 years from now try to fathom the cult of Manchester United Football Club, White will be a good place to start' Financial Times

Chris Sutton is one of the finest centre-forwards of his generation. He played for Norwich, Blackburn, Chelsea and Celtic for combined transfer fees of more than GBP 20million. His career is littered with prizes and controversy, from refusing to play for England and his disastrous season at Chelsea, to making history with Celtic and Blackburn. In his candid autobiography, "Paradise and Beyond", he lifts the lid on it all - the family torment, the gambling debts, the incident that led to hi...