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Discover the fascinating details of life under the pharaohs – and their extraordinary legacy – in this comprehensive 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 Lighthouse of Alexandria.
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£19.99
Discover the rich and complex history of the peoples of Africa, and the struggles and triumphs of Black communities worldwide. With profiles of key people, movements, and events, ‘The Black History Book’ brings together accounts of the most significant ideas and milestones in Black history and culture. This vital and thought-provoking book presents a bold and accessible overview of the history of Africa and the African diaspora – from the earliest human migrations to modern Black communities.
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£14.99
Does your beautiful, talented daughter constantly put herself down? Is she stuck in a cycle of comparing herself to others? Is she silent, withdrawn or argumentative when she comes home from school? Would she rather stay alone in her room than join a family day out? These are all signs that your daughter is struggling to cope with the demands of modern life. By following the advice in this book, you can help her to see how great she is, and how much greater she can become: a confident, resilient girl who is not afraid to aim high, work hard and bounce back.
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£16.99
The ultimate visual course for wine lovers seeking no-nonsense practical information that brings the subject to life The essential, jargon-free guide for anyone who wants to get more out of their wine glass. Which end of a bottle of chianti is the ‘nose’? How are you meant to smell notes of honeysuckle in that glass of sauvignon blanc? Does expensive really mean better quality? This is a practical, no-nonsense guide that will make you think about what you drink. Discover which wines you like and why, read about the journey from grape to glass, and get to grips with those all-important food and wine pairings. Pore over vibrant infographics, and pair with a glass of red or white as you try out a selection of taste tests.
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£35.00
Discover everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Star Wars in this complete history of the most famous franchise in movie history. Painstakingly researched and superbly illustrated, this book presents a unique Star Wars timeline – the full history of the amazing Star Wars phenomenon as you’ve never seen it before.
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£25.00
Discover the history of one of the world’s most popular sports, and learn how to master the perfect swing along the way. Find out all there is to know about golf, from its ancient origins to its most celebrated competitions. Learn about the turning points and winning strokes of the most famous championships ever played – from the Open to the Curtis Cup. Bringing you face-to-face with the stars, such as Tiger Woods, The Golden Bear, and The Shark, entries analyse their trademark strokes and detail their finest performances.
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£18.99
Let Rebecca Wilson, the mum behind @whatmummymakes, show you how to cook family meals that are simple, healthy and delicious. With recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert, there are ideas for quick-cook family food as well as indulgent but healthy slow cooks and baking ideas to spend mealtimes together around the table and still cook just once for everyone! Rebecca’s recipes are fresh, accessible, nutritious and, most importantly, for the whole family.
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£25.00
In 2020 when the world was forced to hit pause on live in-person gigs, Tim Burgess found an ingenious way to bring people together by inviting artists and bands, from Paul McCartney and New Order to Michael Kiwanuka and Kylie, to host real-time album playbacks via Twitter. Relive 100 of the most memorable listening parties here with stories from bands and fans, rarely seen backstage images, and unique insider info from those who created these iconic albums.
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£25.00
From the first towns in Mesopotamia to today’s global metropolises, cities have marked the progress of civilization. Written in the form of illustrated ‘biographies’, ‘Great Cities’ offers a rich historical overview of each featured city, brought to vivid life with paintings, photographs, timelines, maps and artefacts.
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£14.99
Montessori is accessible to everyone. This beautiful, modern book outlines the key principles that underpin the approach and makes applying them immediate and practical for every family. When looked at through a Montessori lens, every aspect of family life is an opportunity for meaningful engagement with your child – mealtimes, school or nursery drop off and pick up, play time, out and about, homework time, bedtime. Follow pragmatic, real-life advice, relevant for children of all ages, and discover how easy and natural it is to create a nourishing environment, instil family values, encourage positive communication, and enjoy a home life that is empowering for everyone.
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£9.99
Lurking in every corner of the Earth, from the deepest depths of the oceans, to the tips of the tallest mountains, even tucked beneath the very ground that you tread on, dragons watch and wait. They take many forms – sea monsters, serpents, wild cats, eagles, and they represent many different things; Gods to be revered, evil kings to be feared, wise friends and fierce foes. Dragons have breathed fire into our minds since we could first imagine, but why do they exist in stories from every land in the world? Come in and explore ‘Dragon World’. Look into their lairs while they make shape-shifting mischief, playing with the weather and protecting earthly treasures. Soar across continents into tales as old as time. Prowl through the pages to discover rare dragon species. Find clues to track them and master how to draw them.
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£7.99
Turn the pages and lift the flaps to watch the big-wheeled digger shovel and scoop up the rubble with its big metal bucket, see how the road roller chugs slowly along to flatten the ground, and watch the mini dumper truck carry its heavy load of building materials. With busy vehicles pushing, pulling, tipping, rumbling, chugging, scooping, and beeping, little ones will love learning about what happens on the building site, and joining in to make the noisy digger sounds. This hard-wearing board book has large flaps for babies and toddlers to lift and sturdy pages for little ones who are beginning to turn the pages. They’ll reveal the busy diggers doing different jobs and working hard to build a shiny new house!
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