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Walker's Exercises for Ladies
by Donald WalkerFor ladies leading sedentary lives, Donald Walker has just the pep talk you need.If you haven't yet discovered the vast array of benefits that arise from physical exertion, then let Walker be your guide. As well as helping to prolong life and improve its happiness, active exercises can help you to achieve a beauty of form, elegant air and graceful manners.Through a combination of ladylike exercises such as dancing and dumb-bells, you can become the envy of all ladies.Tips include:- The posture and deportment that will enhance beauty- The correct manner of curtsy and what to do with one's hands when in company- Dangerous activities to avoid, from badminton to billiardsLavishly illustrated throughout, this guide has been brought back to life so that modern ladies can exercise the Victorian way.
Walker's Manly Exercises: Containing Rowing, Sailing, Riding, Driving, Racing, Hunting, Shooting And Other Manly Sports ... - Primary Source Edition
by Donald WalkerFor gentlemen leading sedentary lives, Donald Walker has just the pep talk you need.If you haven't yet discovered the vast array of benefits that arise from physical exertion, then let Walker be your guide. As well as helping to prolong life and improve its happiness, active exercises can help you to achieve a beauty of form, elegant air and graceful manners.Through a combination of manly exercises such as leaping, skating and climbing trees, you can acquire the physique you desire and become the envy of all gentlemen.Tips include:· The correct way to walk at different paces - slow, moderate and quick· The best liquids to consume - primarily cold beer and cider · Permitted vegetable matter - including biscuits and stale bread Lavishly illustrated throughout, this Victorian guide has been brought back to life so that modern gents can exercise the manly way.
Walking on Sunshine: The Sunday Times bestseller perfect to cosy up with this winter
by Giovanna FletcherEscape this winter with the heart-warming and uplifting new novel from the No 1 bestselling author, Giovanna Fletcher'This book is beautiful' ZOE BALL 'Lovely, very moving. Giovanna's books are very very relatable' LORRAINE KELLYIn the darkness, we all need a little light . . .________After Mike loses Pia, his partner of seventeen years, their best friends Vicky and Zaza try to help pick up the pieces.But though Pia's gone, she left a plan. A list of loving instructions to help Mike and her friends come to terms with their loss.And they're each going to need it . . .Just-engaged Zaza fears committing any further.Exhausted mother and wife Vicky has lost sight of herself.While Mike just feels all the colour has gone from his life.When the list sends them trekking to Peru, where high mountains and sweltering rainforests push them to the brink, all they have to guide them is their faith in Pia and in themselves.But will they learn that anything is possible when you're walking on sunshine?'Heartfelt, uplifitng. Her best yet' SUNPraise for Giovanna Fletcher:'Tons of charm and genuine warmth' Star'A heartbreakingly beautiful story about friendship and unrequited love. I was totally and utterly captivated' Paige Toon'A gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm - I absolutely loved it!' Jill Mansell'Warm and romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day' Closer'A gorgeously tender, funny and big-hearted novel with wonderful characters you'll fall in love with' Miranda Dickinson'Wonderfully warm and cosy. The perfect comfort read to curl-up with and enjoy' Ali McNamara
Walking with Sausage Dogs
by Matt WhymanKeeping pets is a lovely idea. When building a family, they complement the kids. But what happens when things get out of hand? For writer and house husband, Matt Whyman, it's a case of catastrophe management in coping with four children and all the ill-advised animals amassed by his career wife, Emma. Just as Matt gets to grips with managing her two maxed out minipigs, she falls for a miniature Dachshund - the kind of dog he wouldn't be seen dead with. Hercules isn't big or clever, but Emma is determined. She'll do everything, she promises... From the author of Pig in the Middle
The Wallcreeper: The Nell Zink Collection
by Nell Zink‘Heady and rambunctious … Wake up, this book says: in its plot lines, in its humour, in its philosophical underpinnings and political agenda. I'll pay it the highest compliment it knows – this book is a wild thing.’ New York Times Book Review
The Wallcreeper: The Nell Zink Collection
by Nell Zink‘Heady and rambunctious … Wake up, this book says: in its plot lines, in its humour, in its philosophical underpinnings and political agenda. I'll pay it the highest compliment it knows – this book is a wild thing.’ New York Times Book Review
The Walled Orchard
by Tom HoltThe hero is Eupolis, weary, cynical and believing only in comedy. The heroine is Athens, at the height of her schizophrenic glory. A startling mixture of comedy and tragedy, THE WALLED ORCHARD is the poignant, charming story of their turbulent relationship.With unforgettable characters and a powerful and moving story, THE WALLED ORCHARD is a wonderful evocation of life in Ancient Greece in the fifth century BC.For information on this and other Orbit titles visit the Orbit website at www.orbitbooks.co.uk
The Wallflower Wager: Girl Meets Duke (Girl meets Duke #3)
by Tessa DareTop Ten Most Heartwarming Reads by Red Magazine ‘I absolutely adored it. I laughed out loud numerous times… Love her writing.’ Jodi Picoult on The Governess Game ‘I love Tessa Dare who writes sassy, salty heroines with plenty of backbone’ Sarra Manning on The Wallflower Wager for RED ONLINE
The Waltz: Harperimpulse Contemporary Romance (a Novella) (Say it with Sequins #2)
by Georgia Hill~ For fans of reality dance shows, this series is strictly irresistible!
Wanda and the Alien to the Rescue
by Sue HendraAS SEEN ON TV!Wanda and the alien are playing together when they hear a funny noise… Is it a spaceship? A robot? An Oober Joober bird? No, it’s a scared little creature that needs some care and attention. They take it back to Wanda’s and soon realise they have very different ideas about how to look after it. After a chaotic evening they set out the next day to look for its mummy, but the little creature has its own ideas . . .
The Wanderer (Thunder Point #1)
by Robyn CarrFrom Robyn Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the popular Virgin River novels, comes Thunder Point – the highly anticipated new series that will make you laugh, make you sigh, and make you fall in love with a small town filled with people you'll never forget.
Wanderlust: The heartwarming romcom perfect to escape with this summer
by Elle EverhartA round-the-world trip with the guy you ghosted? What could possibly go wrong . . .'An absolutely stunning romcom' Falon Ballard, author of Just My TypeThe glorious romcom perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Ali Hazelwood and Tessa Bailey___________When Dylan Coughlan impulsively rings into a radio competition, she never expects to win. But now she's about to travel around the world.The catch? Her travel partner is a random contact from her phone. And of course it had to be Jack 'the Posho', the man she accidentally ghosted. But in order to get a promotion, Dylan has to create a hit column documenting her travels . . . and her love life.Dylan's willing to do anything, even if it means embellishing her budding relationship. But as the column's popularity grows, so does the bond between Dylan and Jack.Will they quickly come down to Earth with a bump?Or will Dylan finally let her heart take flight?___________'Everhart is a writer to watch' Publishers Weekly
The Wangs vs The World
by Jade Chang'Fresh, energetic, and completely hilarious, The Wangs vs. the World is my favorite debut of the year.' Jami Attenberg, author of Saint Mazie and The MiddlesteinsCharles Wang has just lost the cosmetics fortune he built up since emigrating to the US. Gone are the houses, the cars, and the incredible lifestyle. Faced with this loss, he decides to take his family on a trip to China and attempt to reclaim his ancestral lands. But first they must go on a cross-country journey from their foreclosed Bel-Air home to the Upstate New York retreat of his eldest daughter, Saina. Charles takes his other two children out of schools that he can no longer afford and packs them into the only car that wasn't repossessed-along with their wealth-addicted stepmother, Barbra. But with his son waylaid by a much-older temptress in New Orleans, his wife ready to defect for a set of 1,000-thread-count sheets, and an epic smash-up in North Carolina, Charles may have to choose between the old world and the new, between keeping his family intact and finally, finally fulfilling his dream of China.
Wanksy: Interpreting a Graffiti Virtuoso
by James Harris Marc BlakewillWanksy is the unheralded genius behind some of our most iconic urban images: the seminal ‘cock and balls’ and other masterpieces. For the first time, this book collects Wanksy’s most significant works together with expert critiques that illuminate their hidden depths. You’ll never look at a crudely drawn penis in the same way again.
Want Me, Cowboy: Want Me, Cowboy The Second Chance A Christmas Temptation (Copper Ridge #1000)
by Maisey YatesHe needs the perfect wife!
War
by Roald DahlPERFECT for fans of Roald Dahl.Think you know Dahl? Think again. There's still a whole world of Dahl to discover in a newly collected book of his deliciously dark tales for adults . . . In war, are we at our heroic best or our cowardly worst? Featuring the autobiographical stories from Roald Dahl's time as a fighter pilot in the Second World War as well as seven other tales of conflict and strife, Dahl reveals the human side of our most inhumane activity.Among other stories, you'll read about the pilot shot down in the Libyan desert, the fighter plane that vanishes inside a mysterious thick white cloud and the soldier who returns from war but has been shockingly changed by his experiences.Featuring extraordinary cover art by Charming Baker, whose paintings echo the dark and twisted world of Dahl's short stories. Roald Dahl reveals even more about the darker side of human nature in seven other centenary editions: Lust, Madness, Cruelty, Deception, Trickery, Innocence and Fear.
War and Peace: The Epic Masterpiece in One Sitting (RP Minis)
by Joelle HerrUndeniably epic in scale, Tolstoy's masterpiece has intimidated readers since it was published in 1869-until now. This deluxe mini edition makes this massive yet masterful work accessible to readers, who can get to know the greatest novel ever written in just one sitting. It includes comprehensive summaries of each book of War and Peace along with descriptive character profiles, an introduction, and biography of Leo Tolstoy, complemented with two-color illustrations throughout.
The War Next Door: a Storey Street novel (A Storey Street novel #3)
by Phil EarleThe third hilarious children's novel from Demolition Dad and Superhero Street author Phil Earle, illustrated by Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlisted artist, Sara Ogilvie. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl, Liz Pichon and David Walliams. Winner of the Hull Children's Book Award. Masher is the bully of Storey Street. No one ever dares stand up to him and that's the way he likes it. But then Jemima and her family move into the plot of land next door. Jemima isn't afraid of him at all, and she's making him look like a bit of a wimp. To Masher, that just means one thing: war. (At least until teatime...)
The War with Grandpa: Education - Intervention (The\war With Grandpa Ser. #1)
by Robert Kimmel SmithThe award-winning children’s classic - now a major filmPeter was so excited that Grandpa was coming to live with his family - but he hadn’t expected Grandpa to take his room…Peter loves his Grandpa, but now he feels he has only one choice: to declare war! With the help of his friends, Peter devises outrageous plans to make Grandpa surrender the room. But Grandpa is tougher than he looks. Rather than give in, Grandpa plans to get even.They used to be such great pals. Has their war gone too far?
The Warden: First Of The Barsetshire Novels (Macmillan Collector's Library)
by Anthony TrollopeThe Warden introduces us to the lives of some of the most beloved characters in all literature. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition has an introduction by Margaret Drabble and illustrations by F. C. Tilney.Scandal strikes the peaceful cathedral town of Barchester when Septimus Harding, the warden of charitable foundation Hiram’s Hospital, is accused of financial wrongdoing. A kindly and naive man, he finds himself caught between the forces of entrenched tradition and radical reform amid the burgeoning materialism of Britain in the 1850s. The deeply insightful portrayals of figures such as the booming Archdeacon Grantly and the beautiful Eleanor Harding are at the heart of this moving and deliciously comical tale. The Warden launched the enduringly popular Barsetshire Chronicles series of six novels and won Anthony Trollope a seat in the pantheon of great literary figures.
Warhorses of Letters
by Robert Hudson Marie PhillipsThe world's first gay, equine, military, epistolary romance.Newly discovered letters written from Wellington's warhorse (Marengo) to Napoleon's warhorse (Copenhagen) and vice versa.Includes extra material not featured in the Radio 4 series, both elements of the letters cut from the final scripts and additional material not featured in the shows at all, including the letters from Marengo to his hygienist and the horse he plays chess with, and the notes between Copenhagen and the annoying dog he has to share a stall with.Initially written as a series of letters between the authors (each choosing a stretch of the Napoleonic wars between them to examine and write into the most recent letter). They were then performed with great success at the Tall Tales evenings in Kilburn until the letters were picked up by the BBC for broadcast in autumn 2011.
Warnings Of Gales
by Annie SandersThree women rent a holiday house in Cornwall for the summer. Each brings with her children, baggage (in every sense) and expectations...Imogen, who organised the holiday, is frighteningly capable and a bit of a control freak. With three children who are at the centre of her world, she's determined that this holiday will be perfect. But is Imogen's tidy life quite as happy as it seems?Sophie is Imogen's oldest friend, dating back to the days when they would chat long after lights out at their Home Counties boarding school. Sophie knows she should be feeding her offspring organic couscous, but they love McDonald's apple pies too much - and where's the harm in that? But is there more to Sophie than dogged loyalty to her rather overbearing old mate? And then there's Jo, an acquaintance of Sophie's roped in at the last minute when the first choice of housemate pulled out. An east London GP and single mother, and very easy-going with her son, she appears to be the polar opposite to Imogen.A group holiday seemed such a good idea back in January...
A Warriner To Protect Her: The Secret Marriage Pact; A Warriner To Protect Her; Claiming His Defiant Miss; Rumors At Court (The Wild Warriners #1)
by Virginia HeathAn heiress in distress and an earl in disgrace…
A Warriner To Rescue Her: The Wild Warriners (The Wild Warriners #2)
by Virginia HeathTempted by the damsel in distress!
Warrior Heroes: The Knight's Enemies (Flashbacks)
by Benjamin Hulme-CrossTravel back in time with brothers Arthur and Finn to help stop the castle of Sir William Malory falling and prevent the death of his daughter Eleanor. Fascinating historical facts combine with action packed fiction to create a dramatic and gripping adventure. This fast paced and exciting narrative will leave the reader wanting more and more. Will the boys escape after being imprisoned, manage to save Eleanor and succeed in changing the course of history?