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Paperback. Condition: Good. 'Nick Moore reminds us all that however frequently we may cycle, two wheels is always a rather magical way to travel.' - The Simple Things Mindful Thoughts for Cyclistsis a joyous collection of focused meditations that recognise the profound meditative power of the simple bicycle. From the sheer joy of freewheeling down a hill or the sense of accomplishment you feel when you repair a tyre, this book is stuffed full of insights into and reflections on the magic of two-wheeled transport. Chapters include: A Journey of Discovery Wheels within Wheels The Wind The Rain it Raineth On Ascending . . . and Descending Finding the Upside of Punctures Cleaning the Bike Adventures by Night Riding in Traffic The Road Goes Ever On and On Riding Together . . . and Alone Mental Strength and Physical Power Riding Off-road The Cyclist as Passenger and Engine Getting Lost Riding without Technology Light Enough, Fast Enough Riding in the Heat . . . and the Cold As Easy as Riding a Bike? No Ride is Too Short A Meditation on Suffering Its Not About the Bike Whether you're into lycra-clad competitive racing, physical endurance or more leisurely outings, if you love your bike you will love this book. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Creativity begins with you. Through a series of 20 practical and effective exercises, all using a unique visual approach, Michael Atavar challenges you to open your mind, shift your perspective and ignite your creativity. Whatever your passion, craft or aims, this book will expertly guide you from bright idea, through the tricky stages of development, to making your concepts a reality. We often treat creativity as if it was something separate from us in fact it is, as this book demonstrates, incredibly simple: creativity is nothing other than the very core of 'you'. At Build and Become we believe in building knowledge that helps you navigate your world. Our books help you make sense of the changing world around you by taking you from concept to real-life application through 20 accessible lessons designed to make you think. Create your library of knowledge. For further information on Build+Become, follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Elegant but simple, original yet inexpensive ideas for a fresh approach to designing and making a whole range of stylish soft furnishing from bed canopies to festoon blinds. The author also wrote "Curtains" together with Caroline Mogg. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Learn your opposites with Little Mouse! This cute board book features a large lift-flap on every page, making learning about opposites easy and fun! With stylish retro-modern illustrations this is the perfect introduction to opposites for young children. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From the best museums and galleriesto the perfect playgrounds and cafes, Family London handpicksthe very best things to do in London with tots,teens and everything in between. Come rain or shine, this complete insider's guide to one of the best cities in the worldwill help you plan a day out to remember and there's something for everyone, from toddlers and teenagers to adults who are just big kids at heart. Whether you are a born and bred Londoner, orplanning your first trip to the nation's capital, this is the go-to guidebookto help you and your family uncover all the hidden gems the Big Smoke has to offer, and ensure you make the most of the city. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Juliet Heslewood, art historian and author of Mother and Lover, brings together a collection of portraits of artists' children, through history to the present day. The evolution of these portraits begins with a unique and intimate relationship. Looking at each work and considering its individual history can tell us much about this relationship, and about the artist and the time and place in which it was created. The portraits are shown chronologically, and the changing nature of the subject can be seen as time rolls forward over centuries to the present day. From Holbein, Rubens and Rembrandt to Gauguin, Chagall and Picasso, over forty portraits make up this collection of artists' children. A fascinating combination of biographical anecdote and art history, it is also a celebration of the bond between parent and child. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From Beads to Drums to Masquerades, from Grandmother to Yams, this photographic alphabet captures the rhythms of day-to-day village life in Africa. Ifeoma Onyefulu's lens reveals not only traditional crafts and customs, but also the African sense of occasion and fun, in images that will delight children the world over. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. He is the Human Riff, guitarist with The Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band in the World - and a man of Wildean sagacity and trenchancy.'I wouldn't warm to Chuck Berry if he was cremated next to me.' 'I've never had problems with drugs. Only with policemen.' On Elton John singing 'Candle in the Wind': 'Writes songs for dead blondes.' 'Rolling Stones, I have a question: will this be your last tour?' Keith Richards: 'Yes, and the next five.' On Ronnie Wood: 'I've known him stoned out of his brain, and I've known him straight sober. Quite honestly, there's very little difference.' 'The strangest thing I've tried to snort? My father, I snorted my father. He was cremated and I couldn't resist grinding him up with a little bit of blow. My dad wouldn't have cared. It went down pretty well and I'm still alive.' On having shot Ronnie Wood's budgerigar in its cage: 'Sorry, Ronnie - I didn't think it was real.' Mark Blake is the author of Pigs Might Fly: The Inside Story of Pink Floyd (Aurum 2007), and a contributing editor of Mojo and Q magazines. He lives in Croydon. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This is the perfect book to keep your brain sharp andsurvive lockdown. The first book to be based on the fast-growing phenomenon of escape rooms, The Escape Book is filled with challenges, puzzles and mysteries for you to solve and escape! Sometimes, there is no easy way out. You're an investigative journalist and you've learned too much. Your mission is to escape the labyrinth where you have been trapped and expose the corrupt, high-flying businessman, Castian Warnes. This is no easy feat, but your life depends on it. Based on the worldwide phenomenon of Escape Rooms, this book puts your ingenuity and perseverance to the test. You must solve puzzles, optical illusions, conundrums and anagrams to finally escape both the labyrinth and the book its a reading experience like no other. Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test with The Escape Book. Can you escape this book? The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The adventure ambassadors our current generation of cotton-wool kids urgently need' Daily Telegraph. Adventure is out there you just have to go and find it! These days children spend less time outside and more time in front of screens: computers, phones, games, television. This brilliant book provides inspiration for families to swap 'screen time' for 'green time' and shows how any family, wherever they live, can get outside and enjoy outdoor adventures together. Packed full of tried and tested outdoor activities, this valuable resource bank groups the adventures into themes including Woodland, Water, Close to Home, Hills and Mountains, Exploring, By the Sea, Extreme Weather, and each section has activities ranging in difficulty. From making a rope swing to scrambling up a stream, from spending a day without electricity to going on a charity bike ride, from exploring a rockpool to camping on an uninhabited island, wherever you are, whatever age or ability, this book has the perfect adventure activity for your family. With sensible but enthusiastic instructions written by parents Tim and Kerry, and added remarks, advice and jokes from children Amy and Ella, this is the perfect book to get your family out of the house and adventuring in the great outdoors! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Everyone wants to feel good about themselves and make courageous decisions, but few of us manage to sustain this all of the time. In unfamiliar situations it is easy to allow doubt, nerves and self-criticism to hold you back. It doesn t have to be this way! Here is the antidote to the negative thoughts that can lead to self-doubt. It is a book of mindfulness exercises instant and effective ways to help you to replace negative thinking with positivity to uncover clarity and confidence within wherever you are and whatever you are doing. This beautiful but practical title draws on a wide range of psychological techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and emotional brain training all of them proven to work. The perfect size to keep in a handbag of pocket, this book has been designed as a tool to keep close by, and to turn to when you need a boost of courage. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. London is an exciting, vibrant and often noisy city but this busy metropolis also has a quiet side. Siobhan Wall encourages Londoners and visitors to the capital to wander away from the crowds and discover calm amid the hustle and bustle. This is a guide to over 100 quiet places to enjoy a delicious meal or tasty snack, to be tempted by treats in gourmet delicatessens, to relax with a drink or enjoy afternoon tea in peaceful surroundings. With evocative photographs and a short description for each location, including travel, access and contact details, Quiet London: Food and Drink reveals hidden, tranquil places in one of the world s liveliest cities. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Fred Trueman was so much more than a cricketing legend. The greatest living Yorkshireman according to Prime Minister Harold Wilson, he couldn t help excelling at everything he did, whether it was as a hostile fast bowler for Yorkshire and England, and the first man to take 300 Test wickets in a career, or as a fearlessly outspoken radio summariser for Test Match Special. He was famous for regularly spluttering that, I don t know what s going off out there, as well as for the amount of swearing he managed to incorporate into everyday speech. Beloved of cricket crowds, who filled grounds to witness his belligerent way of playing the game, and nothing but trouble to the cricket authorities, Fiery Fred was the epitome of a full-blooded Englishman. But as Chris Waters reveals in this first full biography, behind the charismatic, exuberant mask lay a far less self-assured man terrified even that his new dog wouldn t like him and whose bucolic version of his upbringing bore no relation to the gritty and impoverished South Yorkshire mining community where he actually grew up. Drawing on dozens of new interviews with his Yorkshire colleagues, family and friends, this life of Fred Trueman will surprise and even shock, but also confirm the status of an English folk hero. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Chinye's callous stepmother sends her out into the dark forest to fetch water. Terror lurks behind every tree and ghostly figures cross her path, but there are even stranger surprises at her journey's end - gold and prosperity for the person who chooses well, whirlwind destruction for the greedy. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Want to take your burger making to a new and exciting level? Let Build Your Own Burger show you how. This fun and practical guide to creating delicious and original burgers has literally thousands of combinations. Split into four-the buns, the sauces, the patties, and the toppings-cooks can mix and match elements by flipping the four- cut pages to create their ideal burger. Filled with burger ideas for any occasion and every palate, this really is the only burger book you'll ever need. An introductory section covers the basics-including equipment, ingredients, and troubleshooting tips-to get you started before the fun really begins. With easy-to- follow methods and a photograph for every recipe, even a beginner can start creating stunning designs from scratch in no time at all. The beautiful photography and clever format will inspire cooks to create unique and mouth-watering flavor combinations. The possibilities are endless, and include a fiery Chili Bun with a Beef Jalapeno Patty, topped with Sweet Chili Mayo and a Cooling Cucumber Salad; an Olive Ciabatta with Field Mushroom Patty, topped with Vine Tomato Salsa and Grilled Halloumi; and a Classic Sesame Bun with a Jerk Chicken Patty, topped with a Spicy Slaw and a Classic Green Salad. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Offering an intimate view of the city, this unique guidebook allows you to explore the capital city's best local neighbourhoods, highlighting the small, locally-known enclaves of independent shops, cafes and public spaces that give the capital its inimitable character. From Columbia Road to Clarendon Cross, there are dozens of tucked away villages in London and this compendium of thirty of the most unique and vibrant is your key to exploring the city in a new way. With atmospheric photographs, an illustrated map for each village, and a short text that sums up its spirit, history and location, this charming guide is a jumping off point for exploring the city in a new way. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From world-class star players to dream teams and memorable matches, this comprehensive guide to football is packed with facts and information about the beautiful game. From the history of the game and how football has developed over time to the top leagues, clubs and international tournaments, this book pinpoints the players, games and teams that everyone should know. Starting with historical versions of football, right up to the modern game and the players of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, it covers all the best goals and the most famous matches. Facts about the top players, stadiums and managers are accompanied by up-to-date stats and action shots of the most popular players. Packed with facts, infographics and photos, this is the perfect book for any young football fans. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Hair is sprouting up everywhere, your skin is having an acne attack and suddenly girls aren't so annoying. What's going on? Growing up can be a rollercoaster ride, but it can be a whole lot easier if you know what to expect. With advice from everything from shaving to your social life, you can take it easy - this guide will tell you everything you need to know. The Growing Up series: Full of fun artwork and enlivened with a modern, quirky design, these books offer essential information on the ups and downs of growing up. Written in a direct, yet informal way, these handy guides will be a useful aid for pre-teen readers. Sensitive treatment of difficult but familiar issues. Fun graphic-style artwork. Down-to-earth text with clear, practical advice. The Growing Up series includes: Boy Talk: 9781848356115 Girl Talk: 9781848356108. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Published in association with the Ordance Survey, the Countryside Commission and the Ramblers' Association, an illustrated guide to the Thames Path that runs 180 miles from the source of the river in Gloucestershire to the Thames Barrier, and which will be opened as England's newest national trail in the summer of 1996. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In a frenzied world, self-care offers you thestabilising routine you need to nurture both mind and body. Me Timehelps you to make self-carea restorative, everydaypractice even when you might only have one minute free. Follow itsfour simple steps to transformyourselffromsurviving to thriving: What actually is self-care?:start by exploring the idea of self-care as a holistic practice for mind, body and soul; I work at my self-care: reflect on your self-beliefs and discover what it takes tosetup and maintaina nurturingroutine; I make time for my self-care: committo original, time-savvy acts,from one-minute rituals through to day-long adventures; I support my self-care: find resources, checklists and recommendations to help you day-to-day. Your wise, inspiring andsensible friend, this healing book effortlesslyguides you through everything you need to knowto carve out time for self-care andmakethese moments count. Remindyourselfthat youare worthy of your own care withMe Time. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Lindt is famous around the world for the quality of its chocolate. In this little book Lindt's Maitres Chocolatiers come to you with 26 of their best recipes to share the secrets and tips of cooking with chocolate with amazing results. Whether you are looking for a quick dessert or to venture into a more elaborate project, this book has everything you need to put together a fantastic dessert. Cakes, pizzas, creme brulee, hot chocolate - from the classic to the unexpected, there are plenty of ideas in here for you to play around in the kitchen. With easy to follow instructions, each recipe is accompanied by beautiful photography. In addition to its delicious content, the shape of the book - designed in the shape of a Lindt chocolate bar - makes it a fun addition to any collection of recipe books. Lindt Chocolate Bar is an ideal giftbook that no chocolate lover will be able to resist. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Using words and photographs, this book shows how meditation can enrich your life. Itbook looks at the three main Buddhist traditions - Tibetan, Theravadan and Zen - and offers step-by-step guides to meditation on a variety of themes. Each chapter discusses one of the many different approaches to meditation and features practical instructions and exercises, as well as a discussion of a related aspect of Buddhism, such as wisdom or non-attachment. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A vibrantly illustrated introduction to intersectional feminism for next-generation changemakers, this book is a must-read guide for young people seeking to understand the world around them. "Wilsons optimistic view of feminism is based on the tenet of liberation for all, placing marginalized communities front and center. [A] foundational work." - NEW YORK TIMES What have you been taught about who has power and who makes the rules? Have you ever been lost for words at an old-school family friends kind but sexist comments? Do you agree with equality and strive for justice, but want to learn more? Then read on. In this new feminist classic, the focus is intersectional from the beginning, not just as an add-on. Using the framework of personal is political, Jamia Wilson former director of the Feminist Press analyses her own experiences, before expanding outwards and drawing on stats as well as quotes from feminist firebrands and activists to inspire and encourage. Bold illustrationsunderpin this title, and each chapter ends with aCall To Action box to encourage readers to reflect on and embrace their own interpretation of feminism and to acknowledge the connection between race, class, gender, disability and economic justice. Expand what feminism means to you, your community and society by examining these 15 themes: Feminism Identity Justice Education Money Power Health wellness freedom relationships media safety activism and movements innovation An interactive exploration of what feminism means to you. You will close the book with an understanding that history and culture play a role in shaping systems of power and of what we can do with our strengths, community and values to help change course when needed. You wont have read a feminist tome like this before. Also available in theEmpower the Futureseries isThis Book is Anti-Racist,a powerful guide to how to incorporate anti-racist action into your life.Other inspiring books authored by Jamia Wilson areYoung Gifted and Black, Step Into Your Powerand Big Ideas for Young Thinkers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Economics expert Stewart Cowley distils thecomplexities of modern-day money and our relationship with it, explaining how you can use economics to your advantage and that understanding economics can improve your life. Along the way you will discover how the statistics that govern our world are based on guesswork, why stock markets are like a wandering drunken man, what you need to live like a millionaire, and why cooking has made man the dominant species on the planet. Where is all the money? How does a country go bust? Should I get paid in Bitcoin? Wherever you go, whatever you do, however you live your life, money plays a role. Getting it, keeping it, and making more out of it has been one of mans major preoccupations for the past five thousand years. From buying a sandwich to earning a wage, going on holiday to playing the lottery, how money and economics governs our world is fascinating. And its just about to get more curious; the arrival of modern banking, crowd funding, investments at the touch of a smartphone, and virtual currencies means, for many of us, it is even more complex. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When Esmeralda the elephant wants to be a ballerina, Mummy's not so sure.after all, elephants don't do ballet! But Esmeralda always gets what she wants, and she joins a ballet class. While the little ballerinas twirl, Esmeralda gets her trunk in a tangle, and when they learn jumps, she only manages a crash landing! But, as Esmeralda triumphantly goes on to prove, elephants can do ballet! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Cool Layer Cakes is the perfect book to inspire and encourage keen amateur and professional bakers alike to take layer cakes to new heights and to inject a little bit of personality into their creations. In this book you will be guided by fully illustrated step-by-steps, through the basics required for a successful layer cake, including essential equipment, core recipes, decoration techniques, and insider tricks of the trade to create a professional finish. With 50 amazing, gorgeous, and fun layer cake projects, whether it is dressing up a tea time cake for guests or transforming multi layers into a show stopper celebration cake, Cool Layer Cakes provides a fresh spin on our favorite of cake treats. Taking ideas from diverse areas such as fashion and art, you will be encouraged to think about color palettes, textures, and patterns in order to create designs which are stylish and contemporary. You will develop your own style and, armed with essential tips, be enabled to design layer cakes that taste and look absolutely stunning. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 30 marvellous and magical world myths retold in half a minute Perfect for enquiring minds just starting out with the history of mythology, this lively look at 30 marvellous myths from around the world is a great introduction to the subject. 30 key stories are retold, each explained in neat 30-second soundbites and supported by 3-second flash summaries and cool, colourful artwork. The attention-grabbing format uses words and illustrations memorably, making key stories from a range of cultures engaging for an audience aged from 812. Six themed sections cover Creation Myths, Quests & Adventures, Creatures & Monsters, Heroes & Tricksters, Earth, Water & Sky, and Gods & Goddesses. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Feelcalm and happy with 50 easy exercises. Here is the antidote to the clamour and strain of everyday living, a means of breaking the vicious cycle of stress. This book offersinstant and effective ways to slow down and find some serenity wherever you are and whatever you are doing. Drawing ona wide range of proven psychological techniques,cognitive behavioural therapy and emotional brain training, Love Your Self Calm will help youfind some inner peace in a noisy world. The perfectsize to keep in your bag or pocket, this guide is designedto be a tool that you keep close by.Full of quick and easy solutions, discover within: How to bring harmony into your every day Why you need to be good to yourself andhow to start today Step-by-step exercises for finding calm on your busiest day, no matter where you are Expert, resilience-building tricks that inspire clarity, reduce anxiety and resolve triggers The key to beginningand ending your day calmly The Love Your Self series is designed to help youachieve well-being and feel full of life. Look out for the other titles in theLove Your Self series: Pause, Energy, Sleep. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Pandora lives alone, in a world of broken things. She makes herself a handsome home, from all that people had left behind, but no one ever comes to visit. Then one day, something falls from the sky. a bird with a broken wing. As Pandora nurses the bird back to health, it begins to fly away each day, bringing a seed or small plant with him. Then one day, the bird doesn't come back. Pandora is heartbroken. However, day by day, things begin to grow This is a stunning fable of hope and regeneration from critically acclaimed artist Victoria Turnbull. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.