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A sweeping, multi-generational saga for fans of Downton Abbey, set
around the stately home of Cavendon Hall as the roaring twenties
change the family's fortunes forever. 1926. One stately home's
future lies with four very different young women... On a summer
weekend in 1926 the Ingham family gathers at Cavendon Hall, the
great house in Yorkshire that has been their family home for
centuries, summoned by the Earl. With them are the Swanns who have
served the house for generations - and know all their secrets. The
estate is under threat: the aftermath of the Great War has left
Cavendon facing ruin. Its heir is pushing for divorce so he can
follow his heart. And the Earl has a surprise of his own. Four
young women from both sides of the house will be the ones to shape
its future - Daphne, fighting to modernise her ancestral home;
Cecily Swann, forging a path as a fashion designer in London;
Deidre, the career girl, and Dulcie, the outspoken debutante. They
will change the estate's future for good or ill as the roaring
twenties burn towards the Great Depression. Nothing will ever be
the same again...
The ocean is a big, mysterious place. With the magic three-colour
lens included in Illuminoceans, shed some light on the darkest
depths of our watery world, and encounter the creatures, seascapes
and surprising underwater features of all of Earth's oceans. From
the mighty Pacific to the polar
seas, Illuminoceans takes readers on a journey of
discovery through the most mysterious environments known to
science. Meet majestic mammals like blue whales, orcas and
dolphins, shoals of colourful fish, and whole oceans full of weird
and wonderful reptiles, plants and tentacled titans. With your lens
in hand, explore the worlds of wonder hidden just below the
surface. Your blue lens will uncover the most unusual and important
creatures from each habitat, from tiny sea slugs to giant squid, to
extravagantly patterned tropical fish. Use your red lens to reveal
the plants and other phenomena that make up so much of the
underwater landscape, from plankton, to coral, and the strange
relics and wrecks that make up part of our ocean world, reminding
us of the human impact that we have had on the sea for thousands of
years. The green lens sets the scene, bringing to light the
habitat in which these creatures and plants dwell. Continent by
continent, ocean by ocean, and layer by layer of the
sea, Illuminoceans is an undersea odyssey like you've
never experienced before. With expert insight from author Barbara
Taylor and innovative, eye-popping interactive art from Milan-based
design duo Carnovsky, Illuminoceans is sure to delight
any budding marine biologist looking to while away hours in a
nature book like no other.
Slither into the extraordinary world of snakes and find out about
these amazing cold-blooded predators.Exactly 100 facts will help
you discover everything you need to know about these shy and
secretive creatures. Learn about the many different snake species
and where they live, how they crush or poison their prey and why
they need our help.
Get up close to extraordinary monkeys and amazing apes. Take a
journey through lush rainforests, across grassy plains and up snowy
mountains to find thirty-six magnificent monkeys and apes, from the
tiny pygmy marmoset to the huge Western lowland gorilla. Intriguing
facts accompany every illustration, so you can find out why the
Japanese macaque washes its food, how the orangutan makes tools and
why gibbons sing duets. Discover all these facts and more in this
wonderful compendium that you will revisit again and again.
Take a walk on the wild side and learn all about the extraordinary
lives of animals. Exactly 100 facts will help you discover survival
skills, hunting techniques and incredible animal senses. Find out
how chimpanzees communicate, why lions live in prides, and how
emperor penguins keep warm.
James Falconer returns in the third House of Falconer historical
novel from multi-million copy bestseller Barbara Taylor Bradford.
The Somme, 1916. James Falconer, once a barrow boy on a London
market, stands in the trenches, awaiting the command to go over the
top. Away from his business empire in London, he is simply a
soldier, war the great leveller. But, unlike his men, and unknown
to them, deep down, Falconer doesn’t care if he lives or dies.
When a face from the past offers James the chance to repair his
fractured relationship with his estranged daughter, Leonie, he must
decide if he can hold different things dear – and make space in
his life for love. But the war has left terrible scars, both
personal and professional, and swept huge changes through the
glittering world he once inhabited. James must weather myriad
storms as he attempts to right past wrongs and build a new life.
A gripping story of triumph over tragedy from the author of A Woman
of Substance Mallory Keswick is a woman with the world at her feet.
Then out of the blue, that world is shattered by violent tragedy
and she loses all that she holds dear. Torn by grief, Mal knows
that she must rebuild her life. She flees to a village on the
Yorkshire moors where she learns to draw on the deepest reserves of
her spirit. Returning to Connecticut, Mal opens a cafe and shop
selling gourmet food and kitchenware and turns it into a highly
successful venture. But there remains in her life an aching void, a
grief that no individual, nor her new-found business acumen, can
assuage. Then she meets Richard Markson, and once more, Mal's life
has come to a crossroads. It is he who shows her that she has
everything to gain - but only if she has the courage to take it.
The unputdownable multi-million copy bestseller charting the rags
to riches story of Emma Harte With new Foreword from Fern Britton.
A WOMAN'S AMBITION... In the brooding moors above a humble
Yorkshire village stood Fairley Hall. There, Emma Harte, its
oppressed but resourceful servant girl, acquired a shrewd
determination. There, she honed her skills, discovered the meaning
of treachery, learned to survive, to become a woman, and vowed to
make her mark on the world. A JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME... In the wake
of tragedy she rose from poverty to magnificent wealth as the
iron-willed force behind a thriving international enterprise. As
one of the richest women in the world Emma Harte has almost
everything she fought so hard to achieve-save for the dream of
love, and for the passion of the one man she could never have. A
DREAM FULFILLED-AND AVENGED. Through two marriages, two devastating
wars, and generations of secrets, Emma's unparalleled success has
come with a price. As greed, envy, and revenge consume those
closest to her, the brilliant matriarch now finds herself poised to
outwit her enemies, and to face the betrayals of the past with the
same ingenious resolve that forged her empire.
The purrfect book for cat lovers everywhere, with enchanting
illustrations and intriguing facts. Meet thirty-six exquisite,
majestic, elegant, mischievous and downright adorable domestic
felines, from the well-known Burmese, Persian, Maine Coon and
Ragdoll to the more exotic LaPerm, Dragon li, Munchkin and Lykoi.
Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can find out
why the Japanese Bobtail is called the singing cat, how the
Egyptian Mau got its name and why the Sphynx gets sunburnt.
From the internationally bestselling author of A Woman of Substance
comes the continuing story of indomitable heroine, Emma Harte Emma
Harte is now eighty years old and ready to hand over the reins of
the vast business empire she has created. To her favourite
grandchild, Paula McGill Fairley, Emma bequeaths her mighty
retailing empire with these heartfelt words: 'I charge you to hold
my dream.' A towering international success, this is the powerfully
moving tale of one woman's determination to 'hold the dream' which
was entrusted to her, and in so doing find the happiness and
passion which is her legacy.
The prequel to the million-copy bestseller, A Woman of Substance,
where, high on the Yorkshire moors, the story of Blackie O'Neill
and Emma Harte begins... Orphaned and alone, 13-year-old Blackie
O'Neill must leave County Kerry to find work and put food in his
mouth. His only chance of survival lies with his mother's brother,
far away in Leeds. There, amid the noise and bustle, the mills and
manufactories of the clothing industry that have made Leeds one of
England's most prosperous cities, Blackie's spark of ambition
becomes a flame. Working in his Uncle's business, he nurtures a
dream of throwing off the impotence of poverty, of building houses
and perhaps even of becoming a gentleman. And then, high on the
Yorkshire moors, in the mists of a winter morning, he meets a
kitchen maid called Emma Harte. And as the Victorian world gives
way to the freedom of the Edwardian age, so a young man and a
servant girl seize a chance, against the odds, to build a better
life... 'Heart-soaring and hopefuly, this is a story about love,
courage and ambition. A true treat for anyone fell in love with the
original novel' Yours 'This captivating read chronicles 13-year-old
orphan Blackie O'Neill's migration from Ireland . . . when he meets
Emma Harte, it ignites a lifetime of friendship' Woman Don't miss
this stunning new novel from Barbara Taylor Bradford!
This book examines the intriguing aspects of all kinds of reptiles.
You will learn how their bodies work and where they live, and
discover amazing facts about their habits, life cycles, survival
skills and ancestors. Did you know that a chameleon's tongue is so
long that it can be twice the length of its entire body, or that a
large snake may have up to 400 bones in its spine? Close-up
photographs reveal the advantages of powerful jaws and sharp teeth,
how a hungry crocodile hunts down its lunch, how some lizards can
grow new tails, and much more. Illustrated throughout with fabulous
wildlife photographs and illustrations which show a reptile's view
of the world, this is an ideal reference for 8- to 12- year olds.
"Weird and Wonderful" is a series of four books on the most amazing
creatures and features of the natural world. The books are produced
in collaboration with The Natural History Museum in London. Unlike
many natural history books, these combine both living creatures and
the Earth itself, in an original and dynamic approach that focuses
on their amazing characteristics. On every spread, photographs
taken especially for these books display the wonders of the natural
world. Woven around them is an expert, lively text. "Zooming and
Creeping" looks at the fastest - and the slowest - on land, sea and
in the air, and asks why speed or sloth can be an advantage in the
natural world.
A quirky, colourful guide to the horrible, shocking and disgusting
aspects of the science of animal adaptations and a fantastic way to
inspire children in science learning. Stinky Skunks investigates
disgusting animals and animal habits from around the world,
including feeding, nasty teeth and claws, poo, camouflage and, of
course, scents and smells. It is part of the Disgusting and
Dreadful Science series, which features a look at the weird,
revolting and shocking aspects of science for children at KS2. It
feature child-friendly text and amazing photographs and diagrams.
From plants and life cycles to the human body and animal
adaptations, the books offer Wow! fascinating facts, fun examples
and true-life stories to provide ways in to understanding solid
scientific principles.
The enthralling sequel to A Woman of Substance and Hold The Dream.
The spirit of Emma Harte lives on in her granddaughter, Paula
O'Neill. Paula must act with daring and courage to preserve her
formidable grandmother's glittering empire and to protect it from
unscrupulous enemies - so that Emma's precious dream lives on for
the next generation... Moving from Yorkshire to Hong Kong and
America, this remarkable drama is played out against a backdrop of
the world of the wealthy and privileged, where the glamour is
underscored by jealousy and treachery. The unorthodox and endlessly
fascinating Harte family drama continues... 'A compulsive read'
Daily Mail
Learn about 36 curious, cute, and captivating cats in this
beautifully illustrated reference book filled with fascinating
facts. Meet 36 exquisite, majestic, elegant, mischievous, and
downright adorable domestic felines, from the well-known Burmese,
Persian, and Ragdoll to the more exotic LaPerm, Dragon li,
Munchkin, and Havana Brown. With stunning illustrations, intriguing
facts, and full-color poster-sized illustrations, this is the
purr-fect reference for cat lovers everywhere. 36 CAT BREEDS: Learn
about dozens of cats from the Siamese to the Sphynx. BEAUTIFULLY
ILLUSTRATED: Gorgeous, detailed images bring our favorite felines
to life. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts
in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall cat lovers of all
ages. MAP OF THE FELINE WORLD: A full-page map shows where each cat
originates from. PERFECT GIFT: The ideal gift for all fans of
felines. COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated
compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Birds, The
Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct
Animals, and The Magnificent Book of Sharks.
Journey through the undergrowth with your magic three-colour lens
(included) and discover over 180 minibeasts from every continent,
under the sea and even from prehistoric times. Invertebrates make
up nearly 97% of life on earth! With your lens in hand,
discovermini beast habitats, and learn more about the impressive
insects and other creepy crawlies that scuttle and wriggle around
the world. Your green lens reveals ahabitat, spanning7 continents,
under the sea and prehistoric times. Learn about the particular
environments and challenges that minibeasts face here. Your red
lens brings to life insects including beetles, butterflies, moths,
flies and wasps. Your blue lens uncovers theother invertebrate
creepy crawlies from different mini beast families including worms,
snails, and spiders. Fact pages fill in the details and guide you
through a world bursting with life and colour. The latest in the
bestselling Illumi series, Illumibugsis a hidden-world adventure
with a fascinating scientific angle, and the perfect gift for bug
spotters 6 years and older. Innovative illustrations from
award-winning design duo Carnovsky make this a natural history like
no other, with hundreds of places, plants and creatures to discover
on three layers of detailed artwork. How many creepy crawlies will
you find on your prehistoric journey? See 3 images in 1 with the
eye-boggling Illumi series, featuring magic-lens artwork from
creative design duo Carnovsky. Bugs, dinosaurs, animals, the human
body, and even ghosts are envisioned like never before in this
groundbreaking series. The explosions of colour on each page are in
fact three distinct layers of illustrations, each exploring a
different aspect of a fascinating subject. Use the three-colour
lens to reveal the hidden details on each one, then read all about
the topic on in-depth fact pages. There's always something new to
discover in Illumi!
Dive into the oceans of the world and get up close to sharks.
Travel across open waters, into coastal seas, through warm tropical
reefs and deep into the murky ocean depths where sharks live. From
the tiny pygmy shark to the massive whale shark, this book depicts
some of the ocean's most extraordinary creatures through stunning
art. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can find
out why the lantern shark glows in the dark, how the epaulette
shark "walks" on land and which senses sharks use to find their
prey. Discover all these facts and more in this wonderful
compendium that you will revisit time and again.
As the clouds of war gather over Cavendon Hall, the next generation
must step forward... The great house of Cavendon Hall has stood on
the Yorkshire moors for centuries. Two families, the aristocratic
Inghams and the Swanns who serve them, have been bound by loyalty
since the first stone was laid. But when war looms, sons, husbands
and brothers are called up to fight; trials and tragedies strike
the great house itself. The women of every generation and
background must rise to meet the terrible threat posed by Hitler.
The Cavendon Luck has held for a long time. Can it hold in the face
of this greatest threat of all - and can it protect the next
generation?
From the bestselling author of A Woman of Substance, a page-turning
epic Victorian historical family saga. London 1889: Victorian
London is a place of wealth, privilege and poverty, a city of
extremes. For James Falconer, who grew up as a barrow boy on a
London market, it is a city of opportunity. Working his way up
Henry Malvern's trading company in Piccadilly, James faces fraud
and betrayal. A fierce rivalry develops with Henry's daughter and
heir Alexis - but their animosity masks a powerful attraction.
Embarking on a love affair with the daughter of Russian emigres,
James's life begins to transform. But as treachery and danger
threaten, a secret comes to light that will change his life
forever. James must decide where his future lies - with Henry
Malvern or following his own dream... Gripping, dramatic and
bringing the England of Queen Victoria and the British Empire
vividly to life, In the Lion's Den is a sweeping historical epic
from one of our finest storytellers, creator of A Woman of
Substance.
Journey into rainforests, across grassy plains, and up snowy
mountains to meet the extraordinary monkeys and apes that live
there. From the tiny pygmy marmoset to the huge Western lowland
gorilla, this book showcases some of the world's most extraordinary
monkeys and apes through stunning illustrations. Meet the acrobatic
Siamang gibbon, the owl monkey that only comes out at night, and
the clever orangutan that makes its own tools. Intriguing facts
accompany every illustration, so you can learn why the proboscis
monkey goes swimming, how the bonnet macaque makes its own
medicine, and why the bald uakari's face is bright pink. Discover
all these facts and more in this wonderful keepsake that you will
revisit time and time again. 36 MONKEYS AND APES: Learn about
dozens of monkeys and apes with different features and
characteristics. BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images
bring these incredible animals to life. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes
hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will
excite animal lovers of all ages. MAP OF THE ANIMAL WORLD: A
full-page color map shows where each monkey or ape originates.
A delightful novella from the internationally bestselling author of
A Woman of Substance Thirty-three-year-old Bill Fitzgerald is an
acclaimed American television foreign correspondent. War-weary and
exhausted after a long stint in Bosnia, he travels to Venice to
meet an old friend and war correspondent. Whilst with his friend at
the Gritti Palace Hotel on the Grand Canal, Bill is struck by the
dark beauty of a young woman seated alone. The young woman is
Vanessa Stewart: a glass designer from New York, visiting Murano.
And that evening, full of warmth and comaraderie, the two begin an
illicit, though fateful, love affair. A dramatic and inspiring
page-turner that illuminates the power of love.
A new title in the "Animal Close-Ups" series, this book is produced
in collaboration with the Natural History Museum, London. Their
photographer has taken the photos especially for the books, and
their experts have checked and approved all the contents. Each book
in the series looks at related groups of animals in spectacular
photographs, and zooms in on their fascinating details, to see in
close-up how nature has designed them for living. "Hunters" looks
at the deadliest members of the animal kingdom. We explore the
amazing and varied ways in which they track down and catch their
prey, with tricks, wings, stings, claws and teeth. The first person
text is lively and direct, to really engage the young reader.
Featured are: wolf, shark, hawk, frog, snake,weasel, spider, wasp
and water boatman.
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