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Speeches That Changed the World
Featuring Recent Speeches From Major Global Figures
- by
- Quercus
2020
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Over one million copies sold.From calls to arms to demands for peace, and from cries of freedom to words of inspiration, this stirring anthology captures the voices of prophets and politicians, rebels and tyrants, soldiers and statesman, placing them in historical context.This updated pocket edition includes speeches by those that have truly shaped the modern world: from Greta Thunberg to Donald Trump, and from Nadia Murad to Oprah Winfrey. A biography of e...
Poems for a world gone to sh*t
the amazing power of poetry to make even the most f**ked up times feel better
2018
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DISCOVER THE AMAZING POWER OF POETRY TO MAKE EVEN THE MOST F**KED UP TIMES FEEL BETTERA beautiful little book of short, simple, classic and contemporary poems to dip into, to make life feel better.From Shakespeare and Shelley to Lemn Sissay and Kate Tempest, poets have always been the best at showing us we're not alone, however sh*t things might seem.Funny, reflective, romantic and life-affirming - here is an anthology of poems to remind yo...
2010
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11 a.m., 11th November 1918. Just when Philomena thinks Dan's going to make it home, her fiancé's slain on a battlefield in France.Four months later, grieving Philomena travels to London to meet three soldiers who fought with Dan. Soon she discovers a terrible possibility: Dan's death wasn't at the hands of the enemy. But there is no proof, no witness, only an accusation by one man and the threat of ruin by another should he ever repeat it.Alone in an alien city traumatised...
- Narrated by
- Robert Powell
Abridged
7 hours 50 min
2010
EN
From the esoteric account of the evolution of the species to the occult roots of science, here is a narrative history that shows the basic facts of human existence on this planet can be viewed from a very different angle. Everything in this history is upside down, inside out and the other way around.At the heart of The Secret History of the World is the belief that we can reach an altered state of consciousness in which we can see things about the way the world works that are hidden...
- Narrated by
- Daniel Weyman
Unabridged
7 hours 33 min
2010
EN
11 a.m., 11th November 1918. Just when Philomena thinks Dan's going to make it home, her fiancé's slain on a battlefield in France.Four months later, grieving Philomena travels to London to meet three soldiers who fought with Dan. Soon she discovers a terrible possibility: Dan's death wasn't at the hands of the enemy. But there is no proof, no witness, only an accusation by one man and the threat of ruin by another should he ever repeat it.Alone in an alien city traumatised...
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The Sacred History
How Angels, Mystics and Higher Intelligence Made Our World
- Narrated by
- David Bauckham
Unabridged
14 hours 21 min
2013
EN
The Sacred History is an account of the workings of the supernatural in history. It tells the epic story of angels, from Creation, to Evolution through to the operations of the supernatural in the modern world. This tale of how people and peoples have been helped by angels and other angelic beings is woven into a spellbinding narrative that brings together Krishna, Moses, Buddha, Elijah, Mary and Jesus, Mohammed, Joan of Arc, the angels who helped Hungarian Jews persecuted by the ...
Philosophy and Life
Exploring the Great Questions of How to Live
2023
EN
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'Grayling brings satisfying order to daunting subjects' Steven Pinker'An enthusiastic thinker who embraces humour, common sense and lucidity' Independent_______________From the eminent philosopher, an authoritative exploration of the great questions of how to live'There is a question everyone has to ask and answer - in fact, has to keep on asking and keep on answering. It is, 'How should I live m...
The Best of the Hairy Bikers
The No. 1 Sunday Times Bestselling Collection of Timeless Recipes That Everyone Loves
2025
EN
**NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**Drawing on the Hairy Bikers' hugely popular series of cookbooks, this is a definitive collection of the best-loved recipes from the nation's favourite cooking duo.For over two decades, Si and Dave have shared their love of food with the nation, enthusing and entertaining millions with their books and TV shows. Now, The Best of the Hairy Bikers brings together over 120 of their most admired,...
Ancient Egypt
The Definitive Visual History
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- DK
- Series -
- DK Classic History
2021
EN
Discover the fascinating details of life under the pharaohs - and their extraordinary legacy - in this comprehensive e-guide to Egypt's ancient civilization.Encompassing 3,000 years and 31 Egyptian dynasties, from the time of Narmer to that of Cleopatra, this fresh appraisal of ancient treasures helps you to navigate the political intrigues and cultural achievements of the Ancient Egyptians, from the Pyramids and the Sphinx of Giza to the Great Library and Lighthou...
Wok On
Deliciously balanced Asian meals in 30 minutes or less
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- Ching He Huang
2019
EN
Winner for the UK in the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2020 in the Easy Recipes category.'As always, Ching's recipes are not only deliciously healthy but easy enough for anyone to have a go at and enjoy.' - Tom KerridgePerfect for sautéing, braising, frying and steaming, cooking with a wok is a way of life all over Asia. In Wok On, bestselling author Ching-He Huang celebrates the huge versatility of this magical 2,000-year-old cooking pot with a...
Mary 90
The Sunday Times bestselling cookbook from Britain’s beloved cook, sharing her very best recipes
2025
EN
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***THE NUMBER 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLEROne of Waterstones Best Food and Drink Books of 2025*Join Britain’s best-loved cook, Mary Berry, as she celebrates her 90th birthday,**with a career-spanning collection of iconic, fuss-free recipes for every occasion, alongside stories and memories from a lifetime of cooking.In this beautifully illustrated cookbook, Mary shares 90 of her very best recipes—each one perfected over a lifetime of cooking. Fr...
Persiana Easy
The BRAND NEW collection of over 100 super-simple recipes
2025
EN
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A TIMES Food & Drink Book of the Year 2025A WATERSTONES Food & Drink Book of the Year 2025A DAILY MAIL Best Christmas CookbookA HOUSE AND GARDEN Cookbook of the Year 2025**'**Take a tasty trip from the Med to the Middle East with Sabrina Ghayour's effortless creations' ' - Mail on Sunday YOU MagazineThe perfect gift f...











