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Tina: The Inspiring Tale of a World-changing Friendship Between One Man and a Dog
Hope taught me the meaning of life, Tina taught me the meaning of love.
It’s not everyday you meet a golden retriever in Thailand.
When Niall came across a dog shackled to a short chain and in a poor state of health something reminded him of his personal battle with addiction. He knew he had to rescue her immediately – golden retrievers are rare in Thailand – but there was just something about this dog in particular that told him she was destined for more.
He named her Tina, and what she did next is an incredible tale of survival, hope and love. Despite her terrible treatment at the hands of humans, she refused to distrust them or feel sorry for herself, and only opened her heart wider – always with a grin (yes dogs can smile) and a reassuring wag of her shaggy yellow tail.
From the minute Tina was free of her chains, she got on with what needed to be done, inspiring a dog hospital to be built and named after her and helping dogs from all over the world – whether they’re street dogs from Thailand or rescue pups in Montana. The movement behind Tina has not stopped.
This is her story.
Niall Harbison’s book ‘Hope – How Street Dogs Taught Me the Meaning of Li’ was a No.2 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-08-28.
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Explaining AuDHD: The expert-led guide to Autism and ADHD Co-concurrence (The Explaining… Series Book 1)
‘A masterpiece. On behalf of everyone grappling to understand their unique brains, thank you! Truly life changing’ Alex Partridge, host of ADHD Chatter and bestselling author of Now It All Makes Sense
What is it like to experience both Autism and ADHD?
You’ve probably heard of Autism or ADHD by now. Often thought of as contradictory conditions, much of the discourse around both focuses on their neurological differences. But what about those diagnosed with both? Where do the two conditions intersect and overlap?
Explaining AuDHD is a straight-talking guide for those trying to understand Autism and ADHD as a combined diagnosis. Using real-life stories of people living with AuDHD, this book offers advice for those grappling with a diagnosis, and provides a framework for readers to advocate for themselves and discuss it with loved ones.
Written in accessible prose by Autism and ADHD expert Dr Khurram Sadiq, Explaining AuDHD is a vital resource for anyone questioning their own neurodiversity, undergoing assessment, or making sense of their recent diagnosis..
‘This is going to be a game changer for so many people in the best way’ Ruth Liptrot, Channel Five News
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Floating Home: Lessons from a life less ordinary
When Adam Lind lost his father as a teenager, his grief became a powerful turning point: a catalyst for change. Driven by a deep desire to find meaning and purpose, Adam set out on a journey that would shape the course of his life: first hitchhiking from London to Iran, then returning to embrace an unconventional life aboard a narrowboat, roaming the British Waterways. These life-altering experiences gave him a new lens through which to view freedom, adversity, and what it truly means to live.
In this uplifting book, Adam shares the ten core principles that helped him find freedom and fulfillment, even in the face of adversity. From discovering the power of community, to transforming adversity into opportunity, to understanding why discipline is essential for a meaningful life, Floating Home offers a practical and inspiring guide to living intentionally.
But Adam’s story is just one part of this rich tapestry. Throughout the book, he introduces readers to a vibrant cast of characters from his boating community: the ‘Humans of the Waterways.’ Each shares their own story of why they chose boat life, revealing raw and relatable truths about modern life: the pressure of the housing market, the ache of unfulfilling careers or relationships, or the fear that it’s too late to change. These voices offer a chorus of wisdom, showing that the path to freedom is different for everyone, but the call is universal.
Floating Home is a celebration of life beyond the ordinary, reminding us that purpose isn’t found in the places we live, but in how we choose to live: with courage, connection and a deep sense of freedom.
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Ocean: Earth’s Last Wilderness
From the icy oceans of our poles to remote coral islands, David Attenborough has filmed in every ocean habitat on planet earth. Now, with long-term collaborator Colin Butfield, he shares the story of our last great, critical wilderness, and the one which shapes the land we live on, regulates our climate and creates the air we breathe.
Through one hundred years, eight unique ocean habitats, countless intriguing species – and through personal stories, history and cutting-edge science – Ocean uncovers the mystery, the wonder and the frailty of the most unexplored habitat on our planet. And it shows its remarkable resilience: it is the part of our world that can, and in some cases has, recovered the fastest, and in our lifetimes we could see a fully restored marine world, even richer and more spectacular than we could possibly hope, if we act now.
It is a book almost a century in the making, but one that has never been more urgently needed.
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The Short Sunderland: The Legendary WWII Flying Boat (Great Planes of World War Two Book 3)
A compelling history of the most successful flying boat ever to serve the Royal Air Force—the ‘Queen of the Boats’—the Short Sunderland.Ideal for fans of Alexander McKee, Andrew Hendrie, Ken Delve, and Martin W. Bowman.
The story of the Sunderland flying boat began with the innovative Short brothers, Horace, Albert, and Hugh, who, since 1908, were at the forefront of British aeroplane design and manufacturing. Having trained the first Royal Navy officers as pilots in their flying machines and successfully deployed seaplanes during World War One, they were well-positioned in 1933 to meet the RAF’s need for a long-range, four-engine flying boat with armaments, sleeping accommodations, and catering facilities. The result was the Short Sunderland, entering RAF service and history books in 1938.
In this book, Chaz Bowyer traces the evolution of this remarkable aircraft and the valuable contribution it made to the Allied campaign worldwide throughout the Second World War. Bowyer’s research is thorough and exhaustive, drawing on sources that include original documentation, reports, and many first-hand accounts from those who flew or worked on the Sunderland in the UK and abroad.
The Sunderland served the RAF for a total of 21 years, during which it is estimated to have been instrumental in destroying or damaging at least 60 German and Italian U-boats. Operating as part of Coastal Command, it played a vital role throughout the war: protecting shipping routes and convoys, reconnaissance, supplying aid and evacuations, air-sea rescues, and passenger transportation, to name but a few. Post-war, its usefulness endured, supporting the Berlin Airlift, with many aircraft converted for use in civil aviation. Reading this account, it is easy to see why the Sunderland inspired such awe and affection among those who lived and worked with it.
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Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body
Dr Andrew Huberman, host of the world’s leading health podcast, Huberman Lab, and neuroscientist and tenured professor at Stanford School of Medicine, introduces Protocols, an essential guide to improving brain function, enhancing mood and energy, optimising bodily health and physical performance, and rewiring your nervous system to learn new skills and behaviours that can transform your life.
Protocols provides simple, powerful and evidence-based solutions to life’s most common challenges. Designed to improve your mental health, physical health and performance, these guidelines are customisable, allowing you to adapt them to your specific needs. With his clear and engaging style, Dr Huberman explains the scientific principles behind each protocol and how they can deliver immediate, effective results. Protocols is your essential road map for achieving optimal health.
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£15.60£20.90Protocols: An Operating Manual for the Human Body
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Raising Hare: SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN’S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2025
THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN’S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION
SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR
SHORTLISTED FOR THE HATCHARDS AND BIOGRAPHERS’ CLUB FIRST BIOGRAPHY PRIZE
A BOOK OF THE YEAR FOR THE HAY FESTIVAL, SUNDAY TIMES, THE TIMES, FINANCIAL TIMES, SPECTATOR AND iNEWS‘A beautiful book’ – ANGELINA JOLIE
‘I will be recommending this to everyone’ – MATT HAIG
‘Quietly profound, beautifully written, Hare is now lodged in my heart’ – TRACY CHEVALIER
__Imagine you could hold a baby hare and bottle-feed it. Imagine that it lived under your roof and lolloped around your bedroom at night, drumming on the duvet cover when it wanted your attention. Imagine that, over two years later, it still ran in from the fields when you called it and snoozed in your house for hours on end. This happened to me.
When Chloe, a city-dwelling professional with a high-pressure job, finds a newly born hare, endangered, alone and no bigger than her palm, she is compelled to give it a chance at survival – despite being the least likely caregiver to this wild animal.
Raising Hare is the story of their journey together. It chronicles an extraordinary relationship between human and animal, rekindling our sense of awe towards nature and wildlife. Their improbable bond of trust reminds us that the most remarkable experiences, inspiring the most hope, often arise when we least expect them.
This edition includes a moving new chapter
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Zettler 2024 A5 Work Day Calendar (21 x 14.8 cm) Half Year Planner with 6 Months on a Page Calendar Poster Format
- Clear division and clear separation of the months allow intuitive and quick appointment finding throughout the year.
- The compact A5 calendar maximises usable space while still leaving enough space for personal notes and annotations.
- SIMPLE ELEGANCE MEETS FUNCTIONALITY – The design of the calendar fits into any office or work environment and blends in seamlessly.
- Printed on high quality paper known for its sustainability and environmental friendliness, this calendar combines ecology with first-class quality.
- Stay organized and one step ahead with this essential work day calendar designed specifically to meet the needs of 2024.
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Zodiac: Coloring Book For Adults and Teens Featuring Unique Astrological Signs Illustrations with Detailed Designs for Relaxation and Stress Relief (All Books by emzdrawings)
Zodiac Coloring Book features 40 original hand-drawn astrological signs illustrations (+bonus content) by a professional artist Emilia Ziomek (emzdrawings) who is known for her instantly recognizable style.
Why you will love this book:
✦ Let your talents flow. Connect with your inner artist and unleash your creativity
✦ Relaxing illustrations. This coloring book will help you relieve stress and calm your mind
✦ Suitable for all skill levels. Color the images however you want using your favorite colors and techniques
✦ Display your masterpieces. The completed pages can be framed and hung in your houseEnjoy coloring semi-realistic girls, zodiac designs and more!
More reasons to love Zodiac Coloring Book:
✦ The images are printed on a single-sided page, so there is no bleed through
✦ Join a fun and supportive community of fellow colorists and share your completed coloring pages
✦ It’s a Perfect Gift for Birthdays, Christmas and more!Get It Now & Relax~
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Zoe’s Rescue Zoo: The Scruffy Sea Otter
Fantastic series for animal lovers everywhere. Perfect for fans of Holly Webb!
Zoe is SO excited when Great Uncle Horace brings THREE gorgeous sea otter pups to live at the Rescue Zoo! The orphaned pups are very fluffy and cheeky – and the youngest pup, Sasha, is the cheekiest and fluffiest of all. Zoe uses her special skills to talk to the otters and gets to know them all very well. But Sasha feels sad when her older, more confident, siblings are chosen to take part in a special otter display. Can Zoe and Meep persuade Sasha the scruffy sea otter not to give up and to bring her own special skills to the show?
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Zoe’s Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
At Zoe’s Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!
Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there’s always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals!
Zoe’s thrilled to welcome a new wombat family to the zoo! But when Winnie is separated from her mum, can Zoe help the little wombat feel safe in her new home?
Another fantastic title in the perfect series for young animal lovers, beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams.
Have you read Zoe’s other adventures?Check out The Rascally Raccoon, The Adventurous Arctic Fox, The Runaway Reindeer, The Talkative Tiger and many more titles!
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Zoe’s Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
At Zoe’s Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!
Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there’s always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals!
Zoe’s thrilled to welcome a new wombat family to the zoo! But when Winnie is separated from her mum, can Zoe help the little wombat feel safe in her new home?
Another fantastic title in the perfect series for young animal lovers, beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams.
Have you read Zoe’s other adventures?Check out The Rascally Raccoon, The Adventurous Arctic Fox, The Runaway Reindeer, The Talkative Tiger and many more titles!
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Zog
The magical and exciting picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Zog and Stick Man.
‘Madam Dragon ran a school, many moons ago.
She taught young dragons all the things that dragons need to know.
Zog, the biggest dragon, was the keenest one by far.
He tried his hardest every day to win a golden star.’Zog is the keenest dragon in school. He’s also the most accident-prone, flying into trees and even setting his own wing on fire.
Luckily, a mysterious little girl always comes by and patches up his bumps and bruises.
But will she be able to help him with his toughest test: capturing a princess?
- Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers
- A magical picture book about dragons, knights and princesses from the UK’s number one picture book author and illustrator
- Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot
- The perfect story for children starting school with bravery, kindness, friendship and perseverance at the heart
- Zog has been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from Sir Lenny Henry (Narrator), Hugh Skinner (Zog), Tracy Ullman (Madame Dragon) and Kit Harrington (Sir Gadabout).
- The Smeds and the Smoos is on BBC One at Christmas with voice artists including Bill Bailey (comedian and Strictly winner), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton), Sally Hawkins (Paddington movies) and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey).
- Look out for The Baddies the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Winner of the Galaxy National Book Award 2010
Praise for Zog: ‘Heartwarming and hilarious. A book to make your heart soar and ‘zigzag through the blue’ Daily Mail
‘Humour, heart and a worthy heroine earn this story its own star’ New York Times
‘A delightful bedtime read with Donaldson’s witty versification and Scheffler’s usual assortment of lushly coloured, winsomely boggle-eyed characters’ FT
- Look out for The Baddies the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
- The Smeds and the Smoos is on BBC One at Christmas with voice artists including Bill Bailey (comedian and Strictly winner), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton), Sally Hawkins (Paddington movies) and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey).
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Zog and the Flying Doctors
Everyone’s favourite dragon, Zog, returns in this magical adventurous picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Smeds and the Smoos and Stick Man.
‘Meet the Flying Doctors – a dragon, knight and girl.
Their names are Gadabout the Great, and Zog, and Princess Pearl.’Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and their trusty ‘air ambulance’, Zog the dragon fly around tending a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn and a sneezy lion.
But should princesses really be doctors?
Pearl’s uncle, the King, doesn’t think so – until he himself falls ill, and only Pearl knows how to cure him.
- Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers
- A fabulous picture book about dragons, knights and princesses from the UK’s number one picture book author and illustrator
- The sequel to the much-loved Zog is also a stand-alone story
- Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot
- Bravery, kindness, friendship and perseverance are at the heart of this heartwarming story
- Zog and the Flying Doctors has been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from Sir Lenny Henry (Narrator), Hugh Skinner (Zog), Patsy Ferran (Princess Pearl) and Rob Brydon (The King).
- Tabby McTat will be on BBC One, December 2023
- Look out for The Baddies, the wickedly funny latest picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
‘Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the Lennon and McCartney of children’s publishing’ Sunday Times
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Zulu
Saul David’s Zulu: The Heroism and Tragedy of the Zulu War of 1879 is a fascinating look at the most controversial and brutal British imperial conflict of the nineteenth century.
The real story of the Anglo-Zulu war was one of deception, dishonour, incompetence and dereliction of duty by Lord Chelmsford who invaded Zululand without the knowledge of the British Government. But it did not go to plan and there were many political repercussions. Using new material from archives in Britain and South Africa, Saul David blows the lid on this most sordid of imperial wars and comes to a number of startling new conclusions.
‘Saul David’s brilliant and magisterial account must now be regarded as the definitive history of the Zulu War’ Frank McLynn, Literary Review
‘This meticulously detailed book…give[s] a fully rounded and judicious account of this dismal conflict Guardian
‘Fascinating, thrilling, convincing… reads like a novel’ Economist
Saul David is Professor of War Studies at the University of Buckingham and the author of several critically acclaimed history books, including The Indian Mutiny: 1857 (shortlisted for the Westminster Medal for Military Literature), Zulu: The Heroism and Tragedy of the Zulu War of 1879 (a Waterstone’s Military History Book of the Year) and, most recently, Victoria’s Wars: The Rise of Empire.
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£5.40£12.30Zulu
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αѕтσи мαятιи Coloring Book: Collection of 30+ Cool Sports Cars, Supercars, and Fast Road Cars | Relaxation Coloring Pages for Kids, Adults, Boys, and Car Lovers
Are You a Big Fan of Race Cars?Have you ever colored your Dream Cars?
If your answer is YES, then this coloring book is right for you. 30 Unique and Beautiful Hand Drawn Supercar, Sports Car, and Fast Road Car Illustrations for you to color and challenge.
This Race Cars Colouring Book is designed for kids and adults of all ages and skill levels. Coloring pages in this book are printed on a single page to avoid the bleeding of color. Each coloring page is Incredibly Fun and Relaxing and is designed to provide calmness and relaxation.
This Race Car coloring book is the best gift for men and boys for any holiday or special occasion. The TOP 40+ Race Cars in this book are inspired by the following car models:
Acura NSX GT3
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio
Alpine A110 R-GT
Audi 90 IMSA GTO
Audi RS3 TCR
Audi Quattro
Auto Union Type C Hill climb
BMW E30 M3 Touring Car
Chaparral 2E
Chevrolet COPO Camaro
Ferrari 250 GT SWB Breadvan
Ferrari 250 GTO
Ferrari 330 P4
Ferrari 488 GT EVO
Fiat 124 Abarth R-GT
Ford GT40
Ford Mustang GT PP2
Gurney Eagle-Weslake Mk1
Honda Civic Type R TCR
Jaguar F-Type GT4
Lamborghini Huracan Performante
Lancia Stratos
Lola T70
Lotus 72
Mazda-787B
McLaren 720S GT3
McLaren F1 GTR
McLaren Honda MP4/4
Mercedes-AMG GT4
Mercedes-Benz 300SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe
Mercedes-Benz 300SLR W196R
Peugeot 205 T16
Peugeot 208 T16
Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 24
Porsche 911 RSR
Porsche 917
Porsche 917/30 CAN-AM
Porsche 935/78 Moby Dick
Porsche 956
Porsche 959 Dakar
Toyota Supra GT4
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交陪美學論: 當代藝術面向近未來神祇 (Traditional Chinese Edition)
● 龔卓軍「近未來的交陪：台南蕭壠國際當代藝術節」相關論述首次有系統集結成書。
● 臺灣獨特之「交陪美學論」第一本專書
● 評論爬梳國內外相關重要文獻、學術研究、及當代重要展覽、影像、表演、藝術季等作品
「交陪 Kau-Puê」——含有交易、買取之意。（廈門話）
交際應酬、互盡友誼、彼此密切往來。（臺詞辭典）
街境守望、社區聯防、友境出陣、誼廟互挺。（《臺南府城聯境組織研究》）
五百年前，西方社會幾乎所有人都擁有對神或魔性力量的信仰，至今這種信仰只是眾多選項之一。五百年後，經過西方和日本的殖民、政權交替，臺灣民間信仰與廟宇文化中的交陪組織，至今仍維持活力不墜，影響著庶民社會的文化藝術表現語彙。
本書作者龔卓軍任教於臺南藝術大學藝術創作理論研究所，為近年臺灣最具能量、創意和影響力的藝術學者及策展人之一。 二〇一七年在臺南蕭壠文化園區策展之「近未來的交陪：蕭壠國際當代藝術節」，以紮實的田野調查先行，將臺灣民俗與宗教文化以藝術理論、美學觀點梳理廓清，並邀集跨域藝術家進行創作上的精彩交陪對作，令此展備受好評迴響，引起廣泛討論，並獲第十六屆台新藝術獎年度大獎肯定。此後作者延續策展及書寫藝術評論不輟，逐步建構出臺灣獨有的「交陪美學」概念。
本書為作者繼二〇〇七年《身體部署》的當代哲學理論之後，首度集結系列評論，直陳其十年策展實踐內蘊的藝術理論，讓地方文化面向世界文化，藉廟會藝術提煉當代藝術，從民間廟宇之間的動態「交陪境」，打造出一條屬於臺灣文化蘊育的獨特美學思路。
書中分成「理論」、「影像」、「展演」、「跨域」四大部分，以系列性的策展研究書寫，構築爬梳「交陪美學」的深層內涵，試圖探討當代藝術和民間藝術之間的交互滲透和內在張力，勾勒出藝術話語新路徑。
本書涉獵評論之議題／作品之關鍵字：
交陪論：後祭祀圈中的當代藝術
潘春源／潘麗水／傀儡謠／洪通／黃志偉／神紋樣／八吉祥／鬼魂的迴返／邊緣藝術／陳秋山／廖慶章
影像論：起咒出神的身影系譜
臺灣狂公子／臺灣美學文件／張照堂／林柏樑／沈昭良／陳伯義／港千尋／多孔世界／東南亞攝影／民族誌詩學
展演論：館閣陣頭的身體與當代巫山水
蔡小月／南管館閣／陣頭／雲端香路／無垢舞蹈劇場／行者／壞鞋子舞蹈劇場／吃土／土方巽／孿主體／舞踏／黃蝶南天舞踏團／秋田鎌鼬美術館／帳篷劇／海筆子／Zomia
跨域論：亞際連帶與限界藝術
佐渡島／日惹／香港／仙台／總爺／蕭壠／東海岸／越後妻有／里山
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