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Chris Wooding
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The Lazarus Serum can bring you back from the dead - but when you
come back you've changed - you're a Pale, an outcast. It's the last
thing Jed wants, but an accident changes everything and Jed's
forced to discover the true cost of living forever.
A BAND OF REBELS. A TRAITOR IN THEIR MIDST. A REVOLUTION ABOUT TO
BEGIN. It's been three years since Aren seized the Ember Blade.
Three years since they struck the spark they hoped would ignite the
revolution. But the flame has failed to catch. The Krodans have
crushed Ossia in an iron grip of terror. The revolution seems
further away than ever. Far in the north, the Dawnwardens seek to
unite the fractious clans of the Fell Folk and create a stronghold
from which to retake their land. But even if they can overcome the
danger of treachery from within, they still have to contend with
the dreadknights. Only the druidess Vika can resist these
near-unstoppable foes, and there's only one of her. But what if
there was a weapon that could destroy the dreadknights? A weapon of
such power it could turn the tide? A weapon that, if it fell into
the wrong hands, might mean the end of all hope? The Shadow Casket
has returned from out of the past, and it will save or damn them
all. 'The Ember Blade is Lord of the Rings for the modern
generation - an epic world full of history, depth and adventure' Ed
McDonald, author of Daughter of Redwinter 'Absolutely awesome'
Netgalley reviewer, â â â â â 'Full of action, heart,
humor, and an expansive cast of endearing characters that I didn't
want to leave behind. One of my favorite reads of the year' Novel
Notions, â â â â â 'An absolutely brilliant epic fantasy
read. It has everything that I want in a fantasy novel; a brilliant
world to explore, characters that I both love and hate and a plot
that twists and turns' Netgalley reviewer, â â â â â
From Art-making as a Defence to Works of Art, this anthology will
help you navigate your way through the ever growing world of art
therapy. Art therapy is used in an increasing range of settings and
is influenced by a range of disciplines, including psychotherapy,
social psychiatry, social work and education. Navigating Art
Therapy is an essential companion for both seasoned art therapists
and those new to the field as it offers a comprehensive guide to
key terms and concepts. With contributions from art therapists
around the world, entries cover: forms of interpretation processes
of adaptation history of art therapy the inspiration provided by
artworks and popular culture This book is an ideal source of
reference as the concise, cross-referenced entries enable easy
navigation through ideas and terms integral to the discipline. As
such, it is invaluable for anyone working in the art therapy field.
This completely revised and greatly expanded Second Edition of the
popular Diver's Guide to Marine Life of Britain and Ireland, covers
almost 300 individual species and groups of species seen
underwater, from tiny fragile sea spiders to the massive
plankton-feeding Basking Shark. This guide aims to introduce divers
and snorkellers to the most common and identifiable animals and
plants they will encounter underwater, both widely distributed
species and some of the specialities of different areas. - 265
individual species descriptions, each with information on habitat,
size, depth range and distribution in easy to use icon format -
Text emphasising the key features for identification of each
species and possible confusions - Underwater photographs showing
each species as the diver or snorkeller would see it - A unique
`confidence guide' to identify which species are easily recognised
and which are likely to require confirmation - Over 30 additional
groups of plants and animals that cannot be identified individually
underwater, but can be important features of the living community -
Information on marine habitats, conservation status and non-native
species in British and Irish waters.
From Art-making as a Defence to Works of Art, this anthology
will help you navigate your way through the ever growing world of
art therapy.
Art therapy is used in an increasing range of settings and is
influenced by a range of disciplines, including psychotherapy,
social psychiatry, social work and education. Navigating Art
Therapy is an essential companion for both seasoned art therapists
and those new to the field as it offers a comprehensive guide to
key terms and concepts.
With contributions from art therapists around the world, entries
cover:
- forms of interpretation
- processes of adaptation
- history of art therapy
- the inspiration provided by artworks and popular culture
This book is an ideal source of reference as the concise,
cross-referenced entries enable easy navigation through ideas and
terms integral to the discipline. As such, it is invaluable for
anyone working in the art therapy field.
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The Shadow Casket
Chris Wooding
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R370
R310
Discovery Miles 3 100
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A BAND OF REBELS. A TRAITOR IN THEIR MIDST. A REVOLUTION ABOUT TO
BEGIN. It's been three years since Aren seized the Ember Blade.
Three years since they struck the spark they hoped would ignite the
revolution. But the flame has failed to catch. The Krodans have
crushed Ossia in an iron grip of terror. The revolution seems
further away than ever. Far in the north, the Dawnwardens seek to
unite the fractious clans of the Fell Folk and create a stronghold
from which to retake their land. But even if they can overcome the
danger of treachery from within, they still have to contend with
the dreadknights. Only the druidess Vika can resist these
near-unstoppable foes, and there's only one of her. But what if
there was a weapon that could destroy the dreadknights? A weapon of
such power it could turn the tide? A weapon that, if it fell into
the wrong hands, might mean the end of all hope? The Shadow Casket
has returned from out of the past, and it will save or damn them
all. 'The Ember Blade is Lord of the Rings for the modern
generation - an epic world full of history, depth and adventure' Ed
McDonald, author of Daughter of Redwinter
The waters around Britain and Ireland contain a huge variety of
marine life and some of the brightest and most attractive are the
sea anemones and corals, the Anthozoa. Anemones and corals can be
found from rockpools to the deepest depths and in all habitats from
rocky reefs to soft mud.A comprehensive guide to all known sea
anemones and corals found in British and Irish inshore waters. It
is an essential companion for divers, snorkelers, rockpoolers and
students who want to identify and know more about the sea anemones
and corals they find.This second edition has been extensively
updated and is illustrated with over 200 in situ underwater colour
photographs and illustrations. Each species account contains
information on habitat, distribution, depth, size, rarity and
conservation status where known.Sea Anemones and Corals of Britain
and Ireland has been produced as a part of the Seasearch project,
which offers training in the identification of marine life and
habitats and encourages recording by volunteers.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) has become a vital management
tool worldwide. EIA is a means of evaluating the likely
consequences of a proposed major action which will significantly
affect the environment, before that action is taken.This new
edition of Wood's key text provides an authoritative, international
review of environmental impact assessment, comparing systems used
in the UK, USA, the Netherlands, Canada, the Commonwealth of
Australia and New Zealand and South Africa.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) has become a vital management
tool worldwide. EIA is a means of evaluating the likely
consequences of a proposed major action which will significantly
affect the environment, before that action is taken.This new
edition of Wood's key text provides an authoritative, international
review of environmental impact assessment, comparing systems used
in the UK, USA, the Netherlands, Canada, the Commonwealth of
Australia and New Zealand and South Africa.
Everyone's heard of it, but nobody's read it... Seth and Kady have
heard all the stories about MALICE - a secret comic about a strange
and awful world full of traps and tricks, overseen by a sinister
master of ceremonies, Tall Jake. But if rumours are to be believed,
the children in this comic are real...
'The Ember Blade is hands down the best fantasy novel I've ever
read' Grimdark Magazine Empires rise, civilisations fall and one
culture comes to subsume another. It's the way of the world . . .
sometimes ways of life are improved, sometimes they are not. But
the progression of change is huge and - usually - unstoppable. In
this story, the Ossian way of life is fading and the Dachen way is
taking its place and Aren is comfortable with that. Even when his
parents are accused of treason he supports the establishment and
maintains there's been some mistake . . . which is all it takes to
get himself and his best friend arrested . . . Thrown into a prison
mine they plan their escape - only to be overtaken by events when
they're rescued, and promptly find themselves in the middle of an
ambush. By the time they've escaped, they're unavoidably linked to
Garric - their unwelcome saviour - and his quest to overturn to
Dachen way of life. If they leave Garric now, they'll be arrested
or killed by their pursuers. If they turn him in, Garric will kill
them. If they stay with him, they'll be abetting a murderous quest
they don't believe in. There are no good options - but Aren will
still have to choose a path . . . Designed to return to classic
fantasy adventures and values, from a modern perspective, this is a
fast-moving coming-of-age trilogy featuring a strong cast of
diverse characters, brilliant set-pieces and a strong character and
plot driven story. Readers can't put down The Ember Blade: 'I am
absolutely in love with this book! . . . I was on the edge of my
seat a few times. I laughed and I cried . . . I loved the
characters, loved the story' Goodreads reviewer, 'One of the best
in the genre for a very long time . . . a masterful balancing of
new and old . . . a rather grand first instalment in a trilogy that
could be one of the best epic fantasy has ever seen' Goodreads
reviewer, 'The island of goodness and hope for humanity in the sea
of grimdark' Ed McDonald, author of The Daughter of Redwinter
'Clever and challenging, but also funny . . . The explosive finale
has more than enough bang for anyone . . . a group forged in blood
and betrayal, bonded by their oaths do what needs to be done
against any and all odds' Goodreads reviewer, 'One of the best
fantasy books I've read in years. An instant classic!' Goodreads
reviewer, 'Strikes a magnificently fine balance between classic
epic fantasy and grimdark fantasy, making this an amazing start to
a new trilogy' Novel Notions 'What classic fantasy is all about - a
slow build-up and an exciting pay-off - and I think this book as
exactly that' Goodreads reviewer, 'The world is big . . . Different
cultures, magics, demons, politics - a whole new world to explore!
. . . I was hooked from the start to the very last line' Goodreads
reviewer, 'Wooding is a master of worldbuilding . . . it's so rich
and complex and I drank all of it in . . . refreshingly written,
full of thought and provoking themes' The Fantasy Hive
Nothing focuses the mind more starkly than impending death. Its
inevitable spectre greets us all; from princes to paupers and
nobility to the needy. Prepare to mount the scaffold and share in
the final utterings of the condemned; join the stricken in their
death beds and witness unburdened tongues wag their closing, and
often remarkable confessions as deeply entrenched secrets are
finally unshackled in the wake of imminent death. Famous Last Words
collects a fascinating selection of destinies culminating in their
often flamboyant yet always captivating, final utterances before
shuffling off this mortal coil. Revealed inside are tales of
sangfroid bravery, astonishing ironies and overdue confessions
often betraying grave miscarriages of justice, throughout British
history. Revealed inside are tales of sangfroid bravery,
astonishing ironies and overdue confessions often betraying grave
miscarriages of justice throughout British history. Writer and poet
Sir Walter Raleigh had some typically forthright and urging words
for his executioner as the hesitant axeman displayed fear and
reluctance to perform his stately duties. Having felt the sharp
edge of the tool that would presently be rained down upon him,
rather than fearing his impending doom, Raleigh would offer goading
encouragement to his maker. Were the final words of convicted
murderer Ernest Brown a candid confession to another killing he had
committed deep in the Northumberland Moors some two years
previously which had lay unsolved? And what of Britain's first
actor to have had a knighthood bestowed upon him? Learn of the
staggering irony that saw his final words on stage prophetically
turn out to be his last in life...
Jack has always known there was something not quite right about his
parents: they move him every year, never seem to sleep, and what is
that beeping from the attic? But when Jack goes to investigate the
beeping and accidentally sets off an inter-galactic distress
signal, things get CRAZY quickly. Turns out that every baddie and
bounty hunter in the galaxy thinks HE'S an interstellar super
thief. Can Jack convince everyone who's out for him that he's NOT
who he says he is? And can he do so in time to get home for tea?
Every now and then, the best person to be the hero . . . is a
criminal Frey is the captain of the Ketty Jay, leader of a small
and highly dysfunctional band of layabouts. An inveterate womaniser
and rogue, he and his gang make a living on the wrong side of the
law, avoiding the heavily armed flying frigates of the Coalition
Navy. With their trio of ragged fighter craft, they run contraband,
rob airships and generally make a nuisance of themselves. So a hot
tip on a cargo freighter loaded with valuables seems like a great
prospect for an easy heist and a fast buck. Until the heist goes
wrong, and the freighter explodes. Suddenly Frey isn't just a
nuisance anymore - he's public enemy number one, with the Coalition
Navy on his tail and contractors hired to take him down. But Frey
knows something they don't. That freighter was rigged to blow, and
Frey has been framed to take the fall. If he wants to prove it,
he's going to have to catch the real culprit. He must face liars
and lovers, dogfights and gunfights, Dukes and daemons. It's going
to take all his criminal talents to prove he's not the criminal
they think he is ... Readers have been having a blast reading
RETRIBUTION FALLS: 'Excellent read! So good. Loved it. Great
concept, excellent execution' - Goodreads reviewer, 'Highly, highly
recommended and one of the most pure fun novels I read in a long
time' - Goodreads reviewer, 'It's fast-paced, high-octaned,
unpredictable, and fun. The last ten chapters are un-put-down-able'
- Goodreads reviewer, 'As far as fans of steampunk should be
concerned, they have a champion in Chris Wooding . . . I loved this
book'- Goodreads reviewer, 'Retribution Falls earns a solid 5 stars
and remains one of my all time favourite series'- Goodreads
reviewer, 'Five stars, fully deserved. I haven't enjoyed myself
like this in a long time' - Goodreads reviewer,
* "A richly entertaining account of tragic theatre accidents and
murders most foul. If theatre walls could talk, what secrets would
they reveal? Chris Wood provides fascinating answers with tales of
brawling ushers, murderously jealous husbands, stampeding crowds
and infant tragedies. A meticulously researched and vivid
collection of lives lost in the palaces of dreams. A must-read for
all lovers of the theatre, providing shocks and gasps of horror
when real life proves to be more dramatic than any play on stage."
- Hugh Bonneville * "Immaculately researched and beautifully
macabre. This is a real treat for anyone who is either a fan of the
theatre or of untimely deaths. I loved it!" - Peter James Britain's
theatrical wonderland has been a cornerstone of culture for
centuries, delighting and thrilling audiences with an assemblage of
exhilarating spectacles. Beyond the trodden boards, and tucked
neatly behind the curtain however, lies a catalogue of real life
destruction and grisly murder that our greatest tragedians would
surely be proud to have presided over. Tread the bloodied boards of
Britain's theatres and witness the deathly dramas that have played
out so dramatically within them. Death in the Theatre collects an
astonishing selection of startling tragedies from Britain's throng
of theatres. There is something especially staggering when the
player exits life on their adorned stage, and yet, with this by no
means an infrequent occurrence, death has made many a fearful cameo
appearance - stalking the stalls and grimly reaping the galleries
in its macabre and relentless fashion. In 1910 a strange midnight
tragedy was enacted in a London theatre, where the brutal murder of
an elderly stage carpenter prompted huge excitement among the
theatre-going world and indeed wider public. How did a children's
magic show descend into such unspeakable horror that would leave
183 youngsters dead in a Sunderland theatre, their tiny bodies
brutally laid out in the dress circle for the bleakest of identity
parades? Learn of outrageous tragedy such as the young man mauled
to death by a lion in a Gloucester theatre, and the unfortunate
victim killed in the Dumfries Theatre Royal - quite literally - by
the limelight.
A BAND OF REBELS. A TRAITOR IN THEIR MIDST. A REVOLUTION ABOUT TO
BEGIN. It's been three years since Aren seized the Ember Blade.
Three years since they struck the spark they hoped would ignite the
revolution. But the flame has failed to catch. The Krodans have
crushed Ossia in an iron grip of terror. The revolution seems
further away than ever. Far in the north, the Dawnwardens seek to
unite the fractious clans of the Fell Folk and create a stronghold
from which to retake their land. But even if they can overcome the
danger of treachery from within, they still have to contend with
the dreadknights. Only the druidess Vika can resist these
near-unstoppable foes, and there's only one of her. But what if
there was a weapon that could destroy the dreadknights? A weapon of
such power it could turn the tide? A weapon that, if it fell into
the wrong hands, might mean the end of all hope? The Shadow Casket
has returned from out of the past, and it will save or damn them
all. 'The Ember Blade is Lord of the Rings for the modern
generation - an epic world full of history, depth and adventure' Ed
McDonald, author of Daughter of Redwinter
Sky piracy is a bit out of Darian Frey's league. Fate has not been
kind to the captain of the airship "Ketty Jay"--or his motley crew.
They are all running from something. Crake is a daemonist in
hiding, traveling with an armored golem and burdened by guilt. Jez
is the new navigator, desperate to keep her secret from the rest of
the crew. Malvery is a disgraced doctor, drinking himself to death.
So when an opportunity arises to steal a chest of gems from a
vulnerable airship, Frey can't pass it up. It's an easy take--and
the payoff will finally make him a rich man.
But when the attack goes horribly wrong, Frey suddenly finds
himself the most wanted man in Vardia, trailed by bounty hunters,
the elite Century Knights, and the dread queen of the skies,
Trinica Dracken. Frey realizes that they've been set up to take a
fall but doesn't know the endgame. And the ultimate answer for
captain and crew may lie in the legendary hidden pirate town of
Retribution Falls. That's if they can get there without getting
blown out of the sky.
(Guitar Educational). Turn your acoustic guitar into a full band
with this comprehensive book/DVD set by guitar virtuoso Chris
Woods. Providing detailed, step-by-step instruction on a variety of
percussive guitar techniques, this book includes warm-ups,
exercises, full pieces, and pracitcal "how-to" training that will
get you slapping, tapping, and enjoying your guitar like never
before. The high-definition DVD reinforces all the material in the
book and features Chris Woods himself as your personal instructor.
No matter what style of music you play, Percussive Acoustic Guitar
will change, enhance, and progress your entire approach to the
guitar Covers: string slapping, body percussion, tapping,
harmonics, alternate tunings, standard notation and tab, and more,
with lots of exercises and full pieces to play
All good things come to an end. And this is it: the last stand of
the Ketty Jay and her intrepid crew. They've been shot down, set
up, double-crossed and ripped off. They've stolen priceless
treasures, destroyed a 10,000-year-old Azryx city and
sort-of-accidentally blew up the son of the Archduke. Now they've
gone and started a civil war. This time, they're really in trouble.
As Vardia descends into chaos, Captain Frey is doing his best to
keep his crew out of it. He's got his mind on other things, not
least the fate of Trinica Dracken. But wars have a way of dragging
people in, and sooner or later they're going to have to pick a
side. It's a choice they'll be staking their lives on. Cities fall
and daemons rise. Old secrets are uncovered and new threats
revealed. When the smoke clears, who will be left standing?
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