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'Richard Osman, here's a bullet with your name on it' TimesA government minister has vanished into thin air.The local police in the isolated island of Crete have no leads, save for a mobile phone discarded on a cliff edge.Assistant Commissioner Louise Mangan of the Met Police is sent to assist in the investigation but soon discovers that there is more to this case than the local police realise. Lady Bellingham is less than forthcoming, and ...

The Eighth Symphony was going to be different from anything Mahler had ever done before. The intensely personal dramas of his earlier symphonies were a thing of the past - or rather, they were now to be seen as preludes to this new, culminating symphonic statement: he was quite sure it was the greatest thing he had ever written. The first seven symphonies were all, in their very different ways, acts of private confession, the unburdening of a hypersensitive soul, struggling to make sense o...

‘For 14 years I was judged on 80 minutes of my life, once a week. That’s it . . . it’s how I judged myself. Eighty damn minutes of footy. It is ridiculous how much that can impact on your life, and even more ridiculous to think how long it can take to put that in perspective.’ Shaun Johnson burst onto the NRL stage with a bang — his mix of speed and skills and side steps dazzled fans and experts alike as the New Zealand Warriors reached the Grand Final in his debut season. Over the years t...

Rhianna Davies is well-acquainted with heartache after the painful loss of her parents. At the arrival of her ghastly uncle, she is brought even lower: Rhi has been banished from her family’s estate home and must rely on the kindness of her tightly knit Welsh miners for help. Without the protective love of her parents, Rhi has no illusions that hers will be a happy ending—until an addendum to her father’s will arrives in the hands of a prince.Marc Wilhelm, Prince of Oldenburg, is i...

A lost gem of twentieth-century literature, Josephine Johnson’s 1934 Pulitzer Prize–winning “exquisite…heartbreakingly real” (The New York Times Book Review) novel follows a year in the life of a family struggling to survive the Dust Bowl.Published when Josephine Johnson was only twenty-four years old, Now in November made Johnson the youngest ever winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1935. It is a beautifully told account of one farmi...

A Faith-Filled Prayer Book for Believers Who Are Ready to Trust God with Their Finances and Step Into the Abundant Life He Promised.You have been faithful. You have tithed, you have given, you have prayed, and you have trusted God through seasons that made no financial sense. And yet some days the gap between where you are and where you believe God is taking you still feels wider than your faith can comfortably hold.This book was written for that gap.When God Multip...

Fast-Day Cookery Or, Meals without Meat is a comprehensive and practical cookbook designed for those seeking to prepare delicious, satisfying meals without the use of meat. Originally published in the late 19th century, this book offers a wide array of recipes tailored for fast days, religious observances, or anyone interested in vegetarian cuisine. The author provides clear, accessible instructions for creating soups, entrees, salads, sauces, and desserts, all crafted to be both nourishin...

For many people, the hardest part about reading the Bible isn't faith - it's the language. The King James Version is one of the most beautiful and historically important translations ever written, but its 400-year-old wording can make it difficult for modern readers to fully understand what they are reading.Breaking Down the Bible: Series IV - The New Testament was created to solve that problem.This book presents the original King James Version text exactly as it was writte...

From the conquest of the Promised Land to the suffering of Job, the heart of the Old Testament is filled with history, poetry, and profound lessons on faith. But the 17th-century language can make these essential books feel distant and hard to understand.Breaking Down the Bible: Series II is your all-in-one guide to the second major section of the Old Testament. This single volume contains 13 complete books - Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings...

Furniture Upholstery for Schools is a comprehensive instructional manual designed to introduce students and beginners to the art and craft of furniture upholstery. Authored by George Frederick Tredwell, this book provides a thorough exploration of the fundamental techniques, tools, and materials required for upholstering furniture, making it an invaluable resource for both classroom instruction and self-guided learning. The text covers a wide range of topics, including the history and deve...

'Life is Full of Changes' tells the story of Emily and Jack, twins who move from a small town in Pennsylvania to the busy streets of Brooklyn. As they navigate the challenges of a new school and city, they face bullying, friendship struggles, and family tensions. This novel explores the ups and downs of growing up, the pain of betrayal, and the power of forgiveness.When Emily and Jack decide to surprise their parents with a special gift, their plans lead to unexpected lessons about...

50 Best Steak Dishes for the House is the ultimate collection for steak lovers who want to bring bold, restaurant-quality flavors into their own kitchens. From perfectly seared ribeyes and New York strips to buttery tenderloins and sizzling skirt steaks, each recipe is designed to make the most of premium cuts with simple techniques and powerful flavor profiles. Whether you're grilling, pan-searing, broiling, or reverse-searing, these dishes deliver juicy, mouthwatering re...