Trafalgar Square Fall 2009 General Trade Catalog

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Sharp Suits Eric Musgrave From the lounge to the leisure and everywhere in between, a history of the evolution of the men’s suit. “Full of the photos of the chicest ones ever. Make this fun walk through fashion history a keeper.” —Glamour on Fabulous Frocks The suit is still the uniform du jour for millions of men that can be seen everywhere from boardrooms to bawdy bars. It ranges from the anonymous and dignified dress of politicians and businessmen to the expression of dandified tendencies for the young or fashionable. This lushly illustrated review examines the fascinating history of the evolution of the modern suit from the days of the 19th-century tailor-made to the mass industrialization of the early part of the 20th century. The path whereby the dress of the ruling classes became the utilitarian outfit of the worker is also traced, along with a study of the progression of suit style over subsequent decades, including the fabrics and cuts used. Eric Musgrave has has been writing about fashion for more than 25 years. He served as the launch editor of the first men’s magazine FHM, and has held senior positions at numerous fashion magazines, including Drapers, Men’s Wear, International Textiles, Fashion Weekly, and Sportswear International. Fashion & Appearance/Photography • 200 pp • 9 x 11.5 50 Color Photos • 50 B/W Photos 9781862058521 • January • $40.00 (Can $45.00) Cloth Pavilion

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The Rolling Stones On Camera, Off Guard 1963–69 Mark Hayward Raw and uncut, an unadulterated look at Mick, Brian, Keith, and the rest of the band in their early days, featuring a slew of rare photographs and a DVD of band footage. For more than 40 years, the Rolling Stones have proved themselves as one of history’s greatest rock bands. This nostalgic anthology takes a pictorial journey back to the roots of the group’s rock stardom and captures a longlost age of music industry innocence. Featuring an extensive selection of extremely rare photographs—most never previously published—this is a fascinating, behindthe-scenes look at the band during the 1960s. Selections including the very first studio photos taken for Mirabelle magazine and pictures of Mick jumping on a piano at the Isle of Man anniversary show in 1965, are accompanied by interviews with many of the photographers. A DVD featuring found footage of the band completes this intimate look at the Stones in action. Mark Hayward is the author of The Beatles. Music/Photography • 208 pp • 10 x 11.5 200 Color & B/W Photos • Includes DVD 9781862058682 • November $40.00 (Can $45.00) Cloth • Pavilion

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The Beatles On Camera, Off Guard 1963–69 Mark Hayward Extraordinary, behind-the-scenes photographs of the legendary John, Paul, George, and Ringo, accompanied by a DVD packed with rare footage. Featuring more than 200 rare and never-before-seen images, this is a fascinating insight into the private lives of the world’s biggest band. Painstakingly collected and organized, the photos include shots of the Quarrymen, where John first met Paul; shots from the filming of A Hard Day’s Night and the set of Help in the Bahamas; John and Yoko at home; and Paul on holiday in Frank Sinatra’s Learjet. Interviews with many of the photographers provide an extraordinary insight into the background of each shot, while extended captions give further information. A DVD filled with 8mm footage of the band at various locations and concerts completes this fantastically intimate compendium that encapsulates the culture, music, and spirit of the 1960s. Mark Hayward is the author of The Rolling Stones. Music/Photography • 208 pp • 10 x 11.5 225 Color & B/W Photos• Includes DVD 9781862058675 • November $40.00 Cloth (Can $45.00) • Pavilion

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Living Landscapes Creative Visions of the Wild Andy Rouse A stunning collection of images from acclaimed nature photographer Andy Rouse illustrating the interdependence of wildlife and an increasingly threatened environment. Featuring a bevy of captivating images, this unique volume explores both the art of photography and the beauty of the natural landscape. Themed sections explore the concepts of wilderness, camera placement, and dark light and are accompanied by galleries that showcase stunning photographs of animals such as snow geese and wildebeest as they interact with their environments. Essays at the start of each chapter that discuss both inspiration in photography and shed light on the environment complete this thoughtprovoking volume. Andy Rouse has published a dozen books on photography and natural history, including Animal Portraits, Concepts of Nature, Lonely Planet Wildlife Photography, and Penguin Life. He writes regularly for the photographic press and has made and appeared in television programs for the BBC and NBC. Photography/Nature • 160 pp • 9.5 x 11 • 180 Color Photos 9781902538563 • October • $39.95 Cloth • Argentum

Graffiti Planet 2 More of the Best Graffiti from Around the World Compiled by KET A brand new sampling of the best street art from around the world, featuring an introduction by graffiti legend KET. No longer just vandalism, graffiti has become a recognized urban art form and a unique mode of artistic expression. This jaw-dropping new collection includes examples of incredible street art from a bevy of artists, including Rosy, Os Gêmeos, Banksy, Atome, Blek le Rat, and Mode 2. Gorgeously produced with more than 100 images, this is an up-close look at today’s most spectacular artists and their work. KET is a world-renowned graffiti artist as well as a lecturer, graffiti historian, and producer. He is the founder of Stress magazine and the author of Graffiti Planet. He lives in New York City.

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COLLINS NEED TO KNOW?

Collins Need to Know? Cartooning John Byrne Covering every step from drawing the first line to illustrating as a professional, this is a complete guidebook to drawing cartoons. Ideal for the novice cartoonist, this practical guide provides an introduction to the exciting and fun world of cartooning, covering a wide range of cartoons, caricatures, comic strips, and manga. The fundamental skills and techniques needed to draw successful cartoons of every variety are included along with step-by-step illustrations. Tips on the basic materials needed for cartooning as well as information on the history of cartoons and how to submit drawings to publication complete this practical, user-friendly, introductory reference. John Byrne has illustrated numerous comic books and graphic novels, and is the author of Cartooning, Drawing Cartoons, and Drawing Cartoons That Sell! Art • 192 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 250 Color Photos • 100 B/W Photos 9780007263929 • September • $15.95 Paper • Collins UK

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The Worlds of John Ruskin Kevin Jackson The life and work of one of history’s most noted artists and critics, including the social, economic, and aesthetic impact of his work. John Ruskin (1819–1900) is best known as perhaps the most influential art critic ever to have lived. His interests ranged far wider than just art—he wrote on education, nature, architecture, history, aesthetics, economics, and the creation of true wealth. His impassioned critiques have become even more relevant today, as economic and environmental crises make the creation of a just society increasingly important and difficult. This comprehensive biography explores both the life and thought of Ruskin, situating him in the social, economic, and aesthetic world that he transformed. Illustrated with Ruskin’s own paintings and photographs, this is an intriguing look at a man whose mind and thoughts continue to influence even today. Kevin Jackson is a former lecturer at Oklahoma State University and Vanderbilt University and the author of A Ruskin Alphabet and Invisible Forms. Biography/Art • 128 pp • 8.5 x 10 • 16 B/W Illustrations & Photos 9781843680444 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper Pallas Athene

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Art of Vintage An Aesthetic Odyssey Through 20 Vintage Perrier-Jouët Champagnes Serena Sutcliffe, Jean-Pierre Devroye, and Federico Simonti Photographs by Makiko Takehara A luxurious book about wine that will easily find a place in the library of art and epicurian lovers everywhere.

Includes 40 pages on tracing paper and 20 gatefolds Written by world-famous experts, this unique guide offers fascinating, original, and creative insights into art and history through the legendary vintages of Perrier-Jouët champagne—one of the most famous champagne houses in the world. From the oldest vintage champagne of 1825 to the first vintage of the new millennium in 2002, the book details the striking, delicate, and pleasurable relationship between art and vintage. Each legendary vintage is presented in association with the main artistic trends of the period, a summary of women’s lifestyles of the day, a history of the house of Perrier-Jouët during the year, and notes on the wine and harvests of the season. Each chapter includes a rich variety of illustrations, as well as exclusive artistic photographs of each vintage. Serena Sutcliffe, Master of Wine, is the head of Sotheby’s international wine department and a prominent wine writer. She has received numerous awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Bacchus America. She was awarded the highest decoration in France, the title of “Chevalier dans l’ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur,” by the French Government for her seminal work in promoting and selling French wines. Jean-Pierre Devroey is the dean of philosphy and literature at Bruxelles University. He is considered one of the main specialists of champagne and its history and is the author of Perrier-Jouët: The Champagne Spirit. Federico Simonti is a historian in architectural, modern, and contemporary art. Makiko Takehara is a world-reknowned Japanese photographer whose photographs have been seen in the Los Angeles Times, Bloom, Berliner, and aRude. Cooking • 400 pp • 9.5 x 12 • Four-color Interior Color & B/W Photos Throughout 9781906417345 • December • $75.00 Cloth • Jacqui Small

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Vodka Classified A Vodka Lover’s Companion Stuart Walton An A-to-Z guide featuring more than 80 of the world’s most famous vodka brands as well as dozens of delectable drink recipes. Made from grains, molasses, potatoes, and even grapes, vodka is the traditional beverage in eastern Europe and Scandinavia, but has recently become ultra-fashionable elsewhere in the world. This extensive guide highlights vodkas both from the traditional producing countries—Russia, Poland, Finland, Sweden, and the Baltic States—as well as newer distilleries worldwide, from Kazakstan to New Zealand. Tasting notes on the different styles and flavors are included along with information on the origins, history, and regions of vodka production. Dozens of classic and refreshing new recipes round out this comprehensive guide to one of the world’s most popular liquors. Stuart Walton is the author of numerous wine and spirit books, including The New Encyclopedia of Wine, The New Guide to Spirits and Liqueurs, and Whisky Cocktails. Cooking • 240 pp • 5.5 x 9 • 100 Color Photos 9781862058033 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Pavilion

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COLLINS GEM

Collins Gem Whiskies From Confused to Connoisseur Dominic Roskrow From finding the right bottle to enjoying it the right way, a hand-held resource to one of the world’s most popular spirits. From grain to glass, this is a complete look at one of the world’s most popular beverages in all its forms. This handy guide addresses every aspect of the so-called “water of life,” so that even novice consumers can gain knowledge of the basics surrounding its production and consumption. Topics addressed include whisky’s history and myths as well as tips on buying and appreciating. A guide to the various malts and distilleries around the globe round out this pocket-sized gem. Dominic Roskrow is consultant editor of Whisky Magazine and the author of Collins Need to Know? Whiskies. Also available: Cooking • 192 pp • 3.5 x 4.5 9780007293117 (Replaces 9780007144112) October • $7.95 Paper • Collins UK

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Cocktails and Rock Tales 200 Drinks to Shake, Rattle & Roll With Jane Rocca Are you a pop goddess? Then sip on a Material Girl. A punk rocker? Try a Zombie Ghost Train. Mix your favorite music with your favorite libations with this delicious recipe book. The Southern Belle and the Karma Sip Tra. The Alabama Slammer and the Autumn Thunder. The Couture Fizz and the Vanilla Kiss. These are not just drinks, but statements of intent, says hard-sipping rock journalist Jane Rocca. Collected here are original recipes from bartenders at leading bars around the world that link together a spirit for every soundtrack. Learn about the warm companionship of vodka, the old-school primness of gin, and the tropical abandon of rum. Drink in the geisha chic of sake, and discover why whisky and its white trash cousin bourbon are no longer just a guy’s best friend. With 80 illustrated cocktails you’ll be throwing the best cocktail-rocking parties in town. From indie to rock, soul, country, and even the cheesy strains of karaoke, this fun and fashionable compendium distills the personality of each music genre into the perfect accompanying cocktails. Jane Rocca is a music journalist whose work has appeared in Harper’s Bazaar, Rolling Stone, Time Out, and Women’s Wear Daily NYC. She is the author of The Cocktail. Cooking • 208 pp • 5.5 x 7 • 150 Color Photos 9781740666497 • November • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth • Hardie Grant Books

HESPERUS CLASSICS

How to Mix Drinks or The Bon Vivant’s Companion The Original Cocktail Guide Jerry Thomas Calling all swells, sophisticates, and men about town—learn the French method of serving absinthe as well as the proper way to make Spread Eagle Punch in this classic reproduction of the first official, published cocktail guide in the U.S., written by the father of bartending. First published in 1862, this seminal work in bartending marks the first time many of today’s classics were recorded in print. Collected here by Jerry Thomas—America’s most famous bartender—are dozens of cocktail recipes, from old standards to mixes invented by Thomas himself, including his trademark drink, The Blue Blazer. Guides for mixing drinks of all categories—including sours, fizzes, and highballs—are included along with instructions on using various bartending tools, from jiggers to ponies and beyond. With a glossary to help all bon vivants remember their demijohns from their drachms, this is a nostalgic and delicious homage to a drinking era that is gone but not forgotten. Jerry Thomas (1830–1885) is considered “the father of American mixology” because of his pioneering work in popularizing cocktails and in establishing showmanship and creativity as part of bartending. Cooking • 176 pp • 5 x 8 • 10 B/W Illustrations • Hesperus Press New in Paper: 9781843911982 • December • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth: 9781843911876 • $19.95 (Can $21.95) • Available

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A Beer a Day 366 Beers to Help You Through the Year Jeff Evans A beer book with a difference, this guide offers 366 beers from all over the world—one for every day of the year.

Winner of the Coors Brewers National Journalism Award No ordinary collection of must-taste beers, A Beer a Day looks to unearth the links between beer and the world we live in— our history, traditions, customs, and culture. Readers are guided through the maze of labels, selecting beers that don’t just taste great but also have a story to tell. The simple pagea-day diary format includes an easy reference for the beer, its country of origin, the day’s date, and its linked event. For each day, a beer is recommended that draws attention to events that have taken place or that still take place on that day. From seasonal beers produced to celebrate such occasions as Valentine’s Day and Halloween, to those honoring the good and the great from history, A Beer a Day has a beer for every story and a story for every beer. Jeff Evans is an internationally renowned beer writer. He is the author of The Book of Beer Knowledge and The Good Bottled Beer Guide, a resident beer taster for both All About Beer and Beers of the World magazines, and was judged “Beer Writer of the Year” by the British Guild of Beer Writers. Cooking • 384 pp • 7.5 x 9 • 250 Color Photos 9781852492359 • November $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • CAMRA Books

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Good Bottled Beer Guide Seventh edition Jeff Evans Completely revised, updated, and redesigned to showcase the very best bottled British real ales now being produced, this guide lists beers by style with information about each beer style and recommendations for the best food matches for each. Everything discerning drinkers need to know about bottled beers is collected in this pocketsized guide: tasting notes, ingredients, brewery details, and a glossary to help the reader understand more about them. This bottled beer bible, acclaimed by brewers, bottle collectors, and everyday drinkers, covers all the bottle-conditioned real ales currently brewed in the UK, with a special section at the front highlighting the best 500. Features on how real ale is brewed and bottled, how beer matures in a bottle, and CAMRA’s real ale in a bottle scheme, are provided along with full listings of all bottle-conditioned beers brewed in the UK, organized by brewery. Useful appendices list the very best shops and online retailers from which to source bottle-conditioned real ales. The guide also highlights non-UK bottled real ales, the best bottled examples of traditional beers from abroad, and notes on foreign beer styles. Jeff Evans is an internationally-renowned beer writer. He is the author of The Book of Beer Knowledge and A Beer a Day, is a beer taster for both All About Beer and Beers of the World magazines, and was judged “Beer Writer of the Year” by the British Guild of Beer Writers. Cooking • 320 pp • 4.5 x 7.5 9781852492625 (Replaces 9781852492267) November • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper CAMRA Books

Good Beer Guide Belgium Sixth edition Tim Webb Recommended reading in the Rough Guide to Belgium, this guide to breweries, beers, and bars is acknowledged as the standard work for Belgian beer lovers, even in Belgium itself. Building on 20 years of research, this is not just a beer guide, but a side door into the culture of a nation. Information for tourists traveling to one of the great beer nations includes comprehensive advice on getting there, being there, what to eat, where to stay, and how to bring beers back home. Tourists are guided to more than 600 quirky beer cafés of every style and genre, and also given background history and an insight into all of Belgium’s eccentricities. Full-color throughout with both province-by-province and city maps, this guide is suitable for leisure and business travelers, as well as for armchair drinkers looking to enjoy a selection of Belgian brews from their local beer store. Tim Webb formerly ran CAMRA’s Great British Beer Festival and has been writing about beer for more than 20 years. Cooking/Travel • 352 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Color Photos Throughout 9781852492618 (Replaces 9781852492106) • October • $23.95 (Can $26.95) Paper CAMRA Books

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James Halliday’s Wine Atlas of Australia James Halliday From one of the world’s foremost industry experts, an unrivaled look at the best and brightest of Australia’s wineries and their wines. From deep, supple Shiraz to golden Riesling and crisp, sun-kissed Chardonnay, the variety of the Australian landscape allows its wineries to produce some of the best wines in the world. In this definitive guide, wine expert James Halliday analyzes every wine region in Australia, detailing the types of grapes grown, the soil, climate, and its winegrowing history. Each sumptuously illustrated section features highlights of the region’s best wineries and winemakers as well as a map highlighting geographic landmarks and the location of the wineries themselves. Lavish and insightful, this is the ultimate guide to the finest spirits the country has to offer. James Halliday is a wine critic who regularly contributes to Gourmet and Epicurean magazines. He is the founder of Coldstream Hills and Brokenwood wineries and is the author of several books, including the James Halliday Australian Wine Companion series. Cooking/Travel • 320 pp • 9.5 x 12 • 320 Color Photos • 75 Maps 9781740666855 (Replaces 9780520250314) • September $50.00 (Can $55.00) Cloth • Hardie Grant Books

Collio Fine Wines and Foods from Italy’s Northeast Carla Capalbo Packed with the sights, tastes, and smells of traditional Italian food and wine, a comprehensive guide to one of Italy’s most underappreciated culinary enclaves. The Collio is a small, crescent-shaped strip of land 80 miles northeast of Venice that borders on Slovenia. Thanks to its unique soil structure and microclimate, the Collio produces some of Italy’s top wine-making grapes and a slew of award-winning wines, including Tocai Friulano, Malvasia Istriana, and its speciality, Pinot Grigio. Filled with hundreds of lush photos, this is an indispensable culinary guide to this little-known but fantastically rich region. More than 60 wineries are profiled as are more than 70 restaurants, specialty food shops, markets, and bed-and-breakfasts. Packed with insight, this guide is a perfect resource for winelovers, foodies, and travelers alike. Carla Capalbo is the author of several cookbooks, including The Food and Wine Guide to Naples and Campania, The Food and Wine Lover’s Companion to Tuscany, and Perfect Pasta and Pizza. Travel/Cooking • 256 pp • 6 x 9 • 200 Color Photos • 7 Maps 9781843680543 • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper • Pallas Athene

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Gordon Ramsay On Top of the World Neil Simpson A fascinating picture of Hell’s Kitchen’s fiery-tempered perfectionist. “It may just turn out to be the brightest spot during the dark days of winter. I highly recommend it.” —Missoulian

Gordon Ramsay owns more than 20 international restaurants, including Gordon Ramsay at The London in New York City; Maze by Gordon Ramsay at The London in New York City; Cielo by Angela Hartnett in Boca Raton, Florida; and Gordon Ramsay at The London in West Hollywood, California Best known as the host of Fox’s Hell’s Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares, Gordon Ramsay is one of the most driven, successful, and irate chefs around. He has thrown Hollywood actresses out of his restaurants and is notorious for his anger, but his food has been served to numerous heads of state, and he is one of only three chefs in England whose restaurant is rated at three Michelin stars. In this illuminating work, Ramsay discusses the violent, alcoholic, absent father who died just days after the pair had been reconciled as adults; the best friend and protégé whose bizarre suicide came hours after the two had shared a final meal; the decade-long battle to save his younger brother from heroin addiction and crime; and the real reason why he has not attended the birth of any of his four children. Sometimes hilarious and frequently heartbreaking, this is Gordon Ramsay’s full life, from tenements and poverty to top-notch restaurants and fame. Biography/Cooking • 308 pp • 5 x 8 • 26 Color Photos 9781844547036 (Replaces 9781844543816) • September $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • John Blake

Cuisine du Moi The Heart of My Passion Gavin Canardeaux A hilarious satire of the cult of celebrity chefs in the style of Anthony Bourdain, featuring the Australian-born, English-educated, French-trained, and Thai-massaged Gavin Canardeaux. “Canardeaux’s voice is so authentic—a cross between Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay, liberally doused with the F-word (not food)—that we almost forget that Canaider is the one skillfully concocting this amuse-bouché. I would perhaps just caution readers to add a grain of salt, or two.” —M Review Honorary Governor of the Stationary Food Movement, Consultant Chef de Chef to the United Nations, patron of the Canardeaux Foundation for Children Without Seafood, and committed Awareness Band Wearer, Gavin Canardeaux is the crème de la crème of the cooking world. Dividing his precious time between London, Sydney, and New York, his wife and girlfriends and horses, his classic car collection, and his children, Gavin also manages to run his restaurant, Cuisine du Moi, largely via videoconference. More than a cookbook, this is Gavin’s philosophy and way of life, and is packed with his insights, thoughts, and half-crazed theories. Bitingly hilarious and darkly delicious, this is a dead-on lampoon of today’s most infamous celebrity chefs. Gavin Canardeaux is the alter ego of Ben Canaider, a wine writer and the coauthor of Cooking Under the Infleunce and Drink Drank Drunk. Humor/Cooking • 296 pp • 6 x 9 • 6 Color Photos • 4 B/W Photos 9781741756074 • November • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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Taste Ye Back Great Scots and the Food that Made Them Sue Lawrence Presented with nostalgic recipes from Ewan McGregor’s bread-and-butter pudding to Ian Rankin’s vegetable soup, Sue Lawrence has interviewed 70 prominent Scots and unlocked their beloved memories of food and what it was like for them growing up. “A wonderful collection of childhood memories, a truly nostalgic food trip down memory lane.” —Nigella Lawson Celebrities as diverse as Ewan McGregor, Gordon Brown, writer A. L. Kennedy, tennis player Andy Murray, Sharleen Spiteri of the band Texas, and Gordon Ramsay take a nostalgic look at the recipes of their childhoods. Sue Lawrence talks to them about their families, their home, and their relationship with food. They reminisce about their mom’s cullen skink, their dad’s roast, and their granny’s shortbread which Sue tests out and brings right up to date as only Sue can. With a mellow nostalgic tone running though the interviews and recipes, readers can’t help but be inspired to make it how it used to be made. This insight into traAlso available: ditonal Scottish food includes recipes for politician Menzies Campbell’s smoked haddock pie, chef Nick Nairn’s meatloaf, rugby player Gavin Hastings’ kedgeree, and journalist Andrew Marr’s gingerbread. Sue A Cook’s Tour Lawrence is the author of A Cook’s Tour of of Scotland Scotland, Scots Cooking, Sue Lawrence’s 9780755314188 $19.95 Book of Baking, and Sue Lawrence’s Scottish Kitchen. Gordon Ramsay cites her as one of his top three cooks, alongside Delia Smith and Jamie Oliver.

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Music, Food and Love A Memoir with Recipes Guo Yue and Clare Farrow The vivid experiences of a boy with a passion for music and cooking who grew up in Beijing before and during the Chinese Cultural Revolution are conveyed in this delightful memoir with recipes. “I have never read such a vivid account of what it was like to grow up during the Cultural Revolution in China, especially for a young artist.” —Peter Gabriel, musician “A hymn to the Chinese way of thinking and feeling about food, while the story of Guo’s development as a musician, his family relations and the history of China are woven artfully into the narrative.” —Daily Telegraph The youngest of six children, Guo Yue recalls his childhood at the heart of a close-knit family of musicians living beside a Beijing alley. He draws the reader into a world where music is everywhere—even in the rhythmic chopping sounds of the kitchen. We follow Yue as he explores Beijing, watching others and learning through imitation, until he finally leaves for the West. This beautifully written and evocative memoir highlights how, despite poverty and repressed times, cooking family dishes was a life-affirming experience, symbolizing freedom of expression. His book gives the reader a taste of family life in China and real Chinese home cooking, and he shares with readers a few delicious traditional recipes which have been passed on in his family and among friends. These are based on a few simple ingredients; a natural approach to taste, color, and texture; and an innate love of good food. Guo Yue is a renowned virtuoso of the Chinese bamboo flute and Chinese free reed pipe. He has worked with such artists as Peter Gabriel, Sinéad O’Connor, and Hothouse Flowers and can be heard on such film soundtracks as The Killing Fields and The Last Emperor. He and his wife Clare Farrow also cowrote the children’s book Little Leap Forward: A Boy in Beijing. Autobiography/Cooking • 272 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9780749929343 • December • $16.95 Paper • Piatkus Books

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Eat Cuban Recipes from Floridita Andy Rose and Judy Bastyra A wonderful introduction to an exciting new global cuisine tells the story of Cuban food, traveling from the opulent days of the 1950s to the austerity of the revolution and on to the present day. This collection of wonderful recipes celebrates the sizzling, seductive vibe that is Cuba. Fresh flavors are brought together to create a tapestry of dishes that reflect the island’s unique culture. Among the panoply of dishes presented are Duck Breast with Piquant Guava Glaze, Aubergine and Okra Gratin, and Langosta Salad with Mango and Papaya Salsa. Featuring traditional ingredients and methods with contemporary twists, this is a collection of dishes that maintain the essence of true Cuban cooking. Andy Rose is the executive chef of the Floridita restaurant chain, a growing bar and restaurant chain inspired by the famous El Floridita in Havana. Judy Bastyra is a food writer and the author of several books, including Thai Cooking and Hanukkah Fun. Cooking • 160 pp • 8 x 10 • Color Photos Throughout 9781847372901 • October • $26.95 Cloth Simon & Schuster UK

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KOTO Tracey Lister and Andreas Pohl An inspiring collection of fresh, easy to prepare, and healthy recipes collected from throughout Vietnam. “The simplicity of some of the dishes mean they can be taken into daily cooking by virtue of the taste they deliver for the small amount of time they take to cook.” —Independent Weekly

All royalties will benefit the Koto organization, which trains disadvantaged and homeless children in Vietnam to be cooks Arranged by region, this engaging cookbook weaves personal stories and national history with a culinary appreciation of the markets, traditions, and food of daily life in Vietnam. More than 80 delicious and authentic recipes are included, ranging from Coconut Prawns to Chicken and Lotus Seed Broth. Featuring stunning food photography as well as images of the Vietnamese countryside and people, this is a gorgeous reference perfect for the home cook and armchair traveler alike. Tracey Lister is a professional chef who splits her time between Hanoi and Melbourne with her husband, Andreas Pohl. Cooking • 260 pp • 8.5 x 10 • 125 Color Photos 9781740666633 • November $29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper Hardie Grant Books

Outdoor Grill Your Way ‘Round the World Ben O’Donoghue A selection of delicious dishes for cooking on the grill from across the globe, featuring stunning photographs and decadent side dishes.

Ben O’Donoghue is about to be launched as the marketing face of Barbecues Galore, an international chain with stores in select U.S. cities No longer must barbecues be restricted to hamburgers and hot dogs. From Uruguayan Chicken to Mexican Suckling Pig, Japanese Robatayaki Vegetables to Singapore Chili Crab, this is an international tour de force of the best of barbecuing from around the world. Each delicious recipe can be cooked over any type of grill—whether a simple wire rack over an open fire, a charcoal grill, or a gas-powered cooker. Accompanying the main dishes are scrumptious drinks and dessert ideas as well as all the recipes for rubs and marinades, breads, salads, and vegetables needed to make any barbecue a true feast. Ben O’Donoghue is a former chef at the famous River Café with Jamie Oliver and a regular contributor to Delicious and Olive magazines. He is the coauthor of Surfing the Menu. Cooking • 244 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • 70 Color Photos 9781740665599 • March • $34.95 (Can $38.95) Cloth • Hardie Grant Books

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Margaret Fulton’s Christmas Margaret Fulton Featuring more than 200 unique recipes, here is a complete guide to shopping, preparing, and enjoying the perfect Christmas meal. Every aspect of preparing the perfect Christmas feast is addressed in this comprehensive cookbook from the acclaimed chef Margaret Fulton. From choosing what to serve, what to prepare ahead, arranging a full menu, and even what to do with leftovers, this extensive reference will make any family Christmas one to remember. Recipes include such traditional dishes as Roast Turkey with Two Stuffings and Glazed Goose with Apples and Prunes, as well as more modern, relaxed ideas for outdoor celebrations that include seafood platters and festive salads. Additional chapters cover every side dish, desserts, and foods that can given as presents. Fully illustrated and filled with holiday flavor, this is the perfect yuletide collection. Margaret Fulton is a renowned chef and the author of several cookbooks, including The Margaret Fulton Cookbook, Margaret Fulton’s Encyclopedia of Food and Cookery, and Margaret Fulton’s Kitchen. Cooking • 320 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • 75 Color Photos 9781740666558 • October • $44.95 (Can $49.95) Cloth • Hardie Grant Books

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Gennaro’s Italian Year Gennaro Contaldo A celebration of Italian lifestyle and culture as much as Italian food, this sumptuous cookbook by Jamie Oliver’s mentor includes recipes for every month of the year, from summer favorites to Christmas essentials. “His talent for cooking and storytelling changed my life and food forever.” —Jamie Oliver “This book oozes with the Italian chef’s passion and knowledge for the country’s festivals, celebrations, and traditions—as well as a cracking set of recipes.” —Olive As much a celebration of Italy as its food, Gennaro’s Italian Year brings this beautiful country vibrantly to life. From feast days to festivals, Christmas delicacies to summertime delights, chef Gennaro Contaldo expertly guides us through the Italian culinary year. Combining 120 seasonal recipes with stories from his childhood, he reveals which Italian fare is best and when. Told with irresistible passion and charm, Gennaro shows how each season brings a tantalizing array of deliciously different dishes, such as Chestnut Gnocchi with Sausage and Rosemary, Parsnip and Apple Soup, Fresh Fava Bean and Pecorino Cheese Salad, and Mixed Berry Sorbet. Sumptuously illustrated with 100 color photographs, this is a classic Italian lifestyle cookbook. Gennaro Contaldo is the executive chef and co-owner of London’s Passione and is involved with Jamie Oliver in setting up “Jamie’s Italian,” a collection of nationwide restaurants. His previous title include Gennaro’s Italian Home Cooking and Passione. Cooking • 264 pp • 7.5 x 10 • 100 Color Photos • Headline New in Paper: 9780755315475 • September • $24.95 Cloth • 9780755315468 • Available • $37.50

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Good Old-Fashioned Roasts Laura Mason The best traditional recipes for roasted dishes, from a Sunday roast to a rack of lamb, along with tasty ideas of how to utilize all those delicious leftovers. From a Sunday beef roast with Yorkshire pudding and rack of lamb with herb crust to stuffed roast goose, pheasant, and veal, here are the best traditional British recipes for roasted dishes. Leading chef Laura Mason explains all the best techniques for sourcing, preparing, and roasting all kinds of meat—beef, lamb, pork, chicken, turkey, duck, goose, and various game, including partridge, grouse, and woodcock. To make the absolute most of this most prized food, she explains the various cuts of meat, what cuts work best with various recipes, and roasting times for a rare or well-done piece of meat. She also covers the use of marinating, barding, larding, basting, and dredging. The recipes would not be complete without Also available: a range of potato and vegetable dishes—ideal accompaniments, from the best roast potatoes and mash to gratins. But the best part of any roast is often the leftover meat that can be used for leftover meals—in Shepherd pies, rostis, soups, stews, and much more. Laura Mason is a food historian and the author of several books, including Farmhouse Cookery, Food Culture in Great Britain, and Sugar-Plums and Sherbet. Cooking • 124 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • Conversion chart 9781905400720 • January • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth National Trust

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Kitchen Memories Food and Kitchen Life 1837–1939 Elizabeth Drury and Philippa Lewis A glimpse into the kitchens of the Victorian past covers everything from the patent marmalade machine to the early anti-bacterial preparations. A charming evocation of Victorian life, this delightful volume details the fresh and packaged ingredients, the menus, equipment, and the kitchen regulars—from cook to passing tradesmen—of the 19th-century kitchen. With wonderful illustrations of Victorian food packaging and advertising, this is a great nostalgic look at life below stairs in the age of Victoria. Elizabeth Drury is an expert on the Victorian period and a contributor to the Encyclopedia of Victoriana. Philippa Lewis is the author of Details: A Guide to House Design in Britain and coauthor with Elizabeth Drury of The Victorian Garden Album. Cooking/History • 136 pp • 7.5 x 6.5 • 200 Color Illustrations 9781905400829 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper National Trust

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Arts & Crafts Needlepoint 25 Patterns & Projects Beth Russell This glorious guide presents 25 classic needlepoint projects based on the designs of William Morris and his contemporaries in the Arts & Crafts movement. Inspired by patterns created by the Arts & Crafts movement of the late 19th century, collected here are 25 simple but elegant needlepoint projects. Each of the designs is accompanied by clear stitch-by-stitch charts, suggestions for the best needle size and canvas mesh, details of precise yarn requirements, stitch types, and order of work. A practical reference section provides complete information on framing up and basic techniques. Featuring photographs from William Morris’ former home Red House, this is an inspirational workbook that is perfect for artists of any level. Beth Russell is the author of Beth Russell’s Traditional Needlepoint, Beth Russell’s William Morris Needlepoint, and Victorian Needlepoint. Crafts & Hobbies • 128 pp • 8.5 x 11 • National Trust 100 Color Photos New in Paper: 9781905400805 • October • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth: 9781905400430 • Available • $29.95 (Can $32.95)

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Designing and Making Rocking Horses Margaret Spencer Everything necessary to turn a workshop into a stable! “A great book. Combining woodworking, carving, and leather craft, this will appeal to most woodworkers. Recommended for all public libraries.” —Library Journal Rocking horses conjure up a world of fields and dreams, and have enchanted children for generations. Now in paperback, this guide introduces the reader to the fascinating tradition of crafting these beautiful toys. Anyone with woodworking skills can follow the step-by-step instructions and clear plans, diagrams, and patterns to make a wonderful children’s gift that is sure to become a family heirloom. Topics include instructions for eight horses ranging from traditional medium standard to the push-me, pull-me rocking horse; carving and design—making plinths and unicoms; wood and tools required; and tips from the author to give your horse a professional finish and delight the younger generation with the most precious and rewarding of gifts. Margaret Spencer established her own company making and restoring rocking horses in 1967. Crafts & Hobbies • 160 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Photos 9781847971081 (Replaces 9781861263612) • September • $35.00 New in Paper Crowood Press

The Joy of Gardening An Inspirational Anthology Edited by Eileen Campbell A selection of quotes to convey the joy of gardening through the seasons, and inspire reflection on how gardening can affect physical health and emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being. Whether you’re an active, hands-on gardener, or someone who simply enjoys looking at gardens, this is a book to savor at any time of year, on a glorious summer’s day with a cool drink, or sitting fireside in a cozy armchair. With its rich selection of inspirational quotations from gardeners past and present, as well as from poets, painters, novelists, diarists, and spiritual teachers, this is a book for reflection designed to capture the joy of being alive that gardening evokes. Gardens can make us happy, heal us when sad or depressed, and help us understand profound truths about the relationship between ourselves and nature. As we journey through the seasons, the pattern of birth, bloom, and decay sheds light on the mystery of being human. Eileen Campbell is the author of Creative Medieval Designs for Applique, A Dancing Star, and Ideas for Applique. Gardening/Reference • 224 pp • 4.5 x 6 9780340943687 • March • $9.95 Paper • Hodder & Stoughton

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Sufficient A Modern Guide to Sustainable Living Tom Petherick Growing organic food, conserving water, and recycling are among the ideas explored in this guide—now in paper—to consuming less in the name of the environment. “Packed with advice on growing and raising your own food and animals, along with heartfelt yet non-hectoring advice as to why a low-energy lifestyle has to be more than a passing trend.” —Elspeth Thompson, author, New Country Garden “If you wish to give one book with the possibility of changing someone’s life I couldn’t recommend more highly Tom Petherick’s Sufficient.” —Guardian A global shift has begun that is slanted towards slowing down and consuming less, embracing artisan foods, and championing human-scale organic growing methods that are safe, compassionate, and pleasurable. This comprehensive reference is designed to inspire, educate, and encourage a process of change towards a simple, gentle, and sustainable way of living. It features a passionate approach to understanding why changes need to be made and how they can be achieved in a fun and life-enhancing way, and highlights in particular ways to grow organic vegetables and fruits or raise animals in almost any setting. Its central aim is to encourage the practice of sustainability in every aspect of life. Tom Petherick runs a horticultural consultancy. His work appears regularly in publications such as Country Smallholder, Gardens Illustrated, Hortus, and Saga Magazine, and his books include Heligan and Trees that Shape the World. Nature/Reference • 288 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 75 Color Photos • 10 Color Illustrations 9781862058514 (Replaces 9781862057739) • September $19.95 (Can $21.95) New in Paper • Pavilion

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Spiders Learning to Love Them Lynne Kelly An authoritative account of the history and evolution of spiders, as well as a personal story of how any arachnophobe can come to love our eight-legged friends. “This is a book with a clear message. Spiders are simply fascinating.” —Weekly Times “Kelly's treatment is clever, entertaining and complete, making this a fine read and a great example of species history done right.” —Publishers Weekly on Crocodile “Superbly readable and exceptionally well-researched.” —Choice on Crocodile When hordes of giant spiders invaded Lynne Kelly’s dreams, she decided it was time to overcome her arachnophobia by getting to know the creature intimately. This extensive introduction answers every basic question about spiders, including articles on web-building, the most venomous and dangerous species, and, of course, arachnid romance. An illustrated guide to identifying webs, a list of useful spider-watching equipment, observations sheets, and dozens of photographs of common species are also provided. Along the way, Lynne explains how she overcame her own arachnophobia, and provides tips and hints on how any arachnophobe can do the same. Lynne Kelly is a former science teacher and the author of Crocodile and The Skeptic’s Guide to the Paranormal.

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Croc! Savage Tales from Australia’s Wild Frontier Robert Reid These tales of tragic fatalities and amazing escapes from the jaws of these primeval animals are the stuff of headlines. They are riveting stories of humans versus beasts in an unforgiving environment. Believed to be more than 200 million years old, crocodiles are one of the oldest species on earth, but they are also occasionally one of the most dangerous. This thrilling account highlights the lives and experiences of those who have encountered crocs in the wild, in all their strength and ferocity. The men and women featured have survived crocodile attacks, witnessed their awesome strength firsthand, and have hunted—and been hunted by—one of nature’s most incredible animals. Robert Reid is a journalist and researcher. Nature/Animals • 304 pp 5.5 x 8 • 32 B/W Photos 9781741755800 September $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper Allen & Unwin

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The Joy of Cats Edited by Celia Haddon From Herodotus, Darwin, and Twain to T. S. Eliot and Edward Lear, an anthology of cat lovers’ wisdom throughout the ages, best read with a cat on the lap. Cats have padded silently into our hearts, bringing with them their grace, their independence, and their essential mystery. Anyone who lives with a cat knows the strange and mysterious bond that grows between human and animal, as they make houses into homes, heal stress, and provide endless entertainment. In this exquisitely produced anthology, drawn from the writing of cat lovers through the ages, Celia Haddon offers a testimony and a tribute to that unique and rewarding relationship between humans and their feline companions in which cats, in their utmost complexity, remain among us but not of us. Above all, she reminds us of the truth of why cats matter. Celia Haddon is a bestselling anthologist whose books have sold well over one million copies worldwide. Her other books include 100 Secret Thoughts Cats Have About Humans, 100 Ways for a Cat to Train Its Human, and Chats with Cats. Pets/Reference • 320 pp • 4.5 x 6 • Hodder & Stoughton New in Paper: 9780340954645 • November • $10.95 Cloth: 9780340954591 • Available • $16.95

The Complete Cat Vicky Halls From taking in strays to the special needs of elderly cats, all areas of kittydom are covered. “The Mary Poppins of the feline world.” —Mail on Sunday “Vicky Halls has the Moggy Midas Touch. If you have any wish to try and understand the devious, mercurial, prissy, eternally lovable thing that is feline nature, you need to read her.” —Tom Cox, author, Under the Paw: Confessions of a Cat Man “Worth having on your cat-reference bookshelf.” —I Love Cats on Cat Counsellor An absolute must-have for cat owners, this essential reference book covers every aspect of cat ownership. From what to look for in a good cat breeder to effective flea control, every facet of feline ownership is covered in detail. Vicky Halls discusses such topics as proper diet and nutrition, how to give your cat a pill, which household items are poisonous to your pet, and much more. The author of Cat Confidential, Cat Counsellor, and How to Be a Cat Detective, Vicky Halls is a cat behavior specialist.

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Pets • 384 pp • 5 x 8 9780553819762 • January • $15.95 Paper Bantam Press

Dogs in Vogue A Century of Canine Chic Judith Watt “The next best thing to having the world at your feet is to have a dog at your heels.” —Vogue, December 1930 “Extensive and beautifully designed . . . a fascinating catalogue of a celebrity, wealth and success.” —Publishers Weekly on People in Vogue Dogs have always played an integral part in Vogue magazine, either as companions to some of the world’s most stylish women or as icons in their own right. Testifying to this enduring relationship in its lavishly illustrated pages, this collection features photos by Horst, Beaton, Steichen, Parkinson, Bailey, Weber, Testino, and many others. The famous and fabulous appear in portraits with their equally fabulous pets—the Mitford Sisters, Lady Diana Cooper, Elizabeth Arden, Andy Warhol, Britt Ekland, Cindy Crawford, Jodie Kidd, Yves Saint Laurent, and Tom Ford are all devotees of canine culture. In all shapes and sizes, dogs are most definitely at the heart of the 20th-century’s style bible. With wonderful photos, illustrations, and extracts spanning the history of Vogue, this is a must for dog and fashion lovers everywhere. Judith Watt is the author of Men and Dogs, Ossie Clark 1965–1974, and Women and Dogs. She is a contributor to the Guardian and Vogue. Photography/Pets • 272 pp • 9.5 x 13 125 Color Photos • 125 B/W Photos 9780316027137 • February • $50.00 Cloth • Little, Brown

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COLLINS NEED TO KNOW?

Collins Need to Know? Dog Breeds Robert Killick From Afghan and Airedale to Westie and Wolfhound, whether you’re choosing a new pet or just want to know more about a variety of breeds, this is the one-stop guide to dogs of all shapes and sizes. Choosing the right dog is an important decision for the happiness of pet and owner alike. This extensive guide covers every major dog breed and provides detailed analyses of each dog’s character and temperament, appearance, health, hereditary problems, and ease of training. Packed with essential information, this handy reference is ideal for current or prospective owners. Robert Killick is the author of Jack Russell Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Animals • 192 pp • 6 x 8.5 9780007268542 • September • $15.95 Paper • Collins UK

Line Training for Dogs How It’s Done Monika Gutmann Step-by-step guidance to a method offering dogs freedom to roam and owners assurance of their pet’s secure return. Unless they’re on a lead, many dogs refuse to come back to their owners, and simply do as they please. Dogs like these commonly spend their lives on leads that are much too short, and are unable to enjoy the privilege of running free in meadows and fields because they haven’t learned to take notice of their owners and come back on call or whistle. The advice that’s often given to anyone who owns a dog like this is to give line training a try, but not many people know how it’s done. This guide provides the step-by-step instructions for successful line training. Monika Gutmann runs a dog training school focusing on training puppies and young dogs, clicker training, recall, and discouraging hunting behavior. Animals • 96 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279617 • September • $23.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • Cadmos Books

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Whose Sofa Is It Anyway? A Light-Hearted Look at Training Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Nicole Röder A wry look at training errors from both the human and the canine points of view. See through your dog’s viewpoint to learn why tyranny is fun and explore antiquated training methods and the people who support them! How did that sweet eight-week-old puppy you trained from the very beginning suddenly turn into the terror it now is—a dog you would rather not be seen with? This guide explains the most common communication mistakes with a healthy dose of humor, suggesting solutions that are easy to implement. Dog owners are given hints on etiquette, and may recognize themselves in the investigation into the most common remarks made by dog owners and what lies behind them. Nicole Röder is a qualified educator and lives with her three dogs. She trained all of her dogs in various categories of dog sports and has been training owners and dogs successfully for a number of years in clubs and from her small mobile dog school. Animals • 112 pp • 8.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279624 • November $23.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • Cadmos Books

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Clicker Training for Clever Cats Learning Can Be Fun! Martina Braun Resolve your cat’s problems, eliminate bad behavior, and even teach small tricks with clicker training using rewards. There is a method of learning to which no mammal is impervious—not even cats. It is called “classical conditioning,” and is used in a very specific way as part of clicker training. Every click results in something positive for the cat: a treat, a cuddle, a favorite game. Because cats are intelligent, they quickly understand what kind of behavior gets them a click and a reward, and they will experiment in order to find out what else might work. This manual explains what classical conditioning involves, why it works with every cat, how to avoid mistakes, and how to use rewards properly and develop chains and sequences of behavior, as well as small tricks. Martina Braun is an animal psychologist specializing in behavioral therapy for cats and dogs. Pets • 80 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279679 • October $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Cadmos Books

Chat to Your Cat Lessons in Cat Conversation Martina Braun Find out what your little tiger is really saying with its many different sounds, facial expressions, gestures, posture, and behavioral quirks. Cat language is both complex and multifaceted—cats do much more than just meow, hiss, and purr. The whole range of cat sounds are covered, from purring to wailing, and how they relate to the ways that cats live and socialize. The territory of outdoor and indoor cats, conflict behavior under stress, and play behavior and hunting for prey is also covered. Once you understand your cat better, you can get to grips with some of the typical problems of living together, and develop an even closer bond with your pet. Martina Braun is an animal psychologist specializing in behavioral therapy for cats and dogs. Pets • 80 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279662 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Cadmos Books

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Long Reining to Break Horses to Harness Training the Safe Way Heinrich Freiherr von Senden A structured training program, developed by a successful driver and horse trainer. Working with long reins is an ideal and, above all, safe way to break horses to harness, and to train the driving horse correctly. This book is an essential training book for all drivers and horse trainers. Beginning with work on the single lunge, moving on to long reins, and then on to the initial hitching, he gives tips and advice from his accumulated wealth of experience, explaining how potential problems can be successfully resolved. Heinrich Freiherr von Senden trains horses for driving and teaches future driving competitors and professional drivers. Horses • 144 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279631 • November • $32.95 (Can $35.95) Cloth • Cadmos Books

Schooling Exercises In-Hand Working Towards Suppleness and Confidence Oliver Hilberger A step-by-step explanation, with clear illustrations, of the straightforward way to correctly train horses, working from the ground. For anyone training a horse in dressage, classically based in-hand work is a valuable but unfortunately often undervalued part of its education. It is a rarely used tool, but one which offers variation to the everyday routine and schools both the horse and trainer. Particular emphasis is given to the description of lateral movements, as well as for the preparation towards the more advanced movements. Oliver Hilberger works with horses following the principles of classical riding. He places great value on making meaningful supplying exercises accessible to anyone wishing to try them. Horses • 160 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279648 • November • $32.95 (Can $36.95) Paper • Cadmos Books

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Caring for the Older Horse How to Keep Your Veteran Fit and Healthy Claudia Jung How to keep senior horses fit and happy, from necessary diet changes to fun exercises. Intended for the horse owner who wishes to keep his or her horse fit and healthy for as long as possible, this book offers an abundance of invaluable advice and recommendations— including a feeding program, massages for the well-being of the horse, and age-related exercises for on the ground and under the saddle. Starting with the signs of aging, the guide discusses at what stage in its life the horse becomes old. Next, the higher standard of feeding required by the senior horse is detailed, as well as how old horses like to be kept, a wellness program for the oldie, and fun gymnastics for senior horses. The book also covers a subject which no owner likes to think about but which needs to be included—preparation for the final farewell. Claudia Jung is an animal physiotherapist. Horses • 128 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9783861279655 • September • $26.95 (Can $29.95) Paper • Cadmos Books

Budget Horse & Pony Care Cost Effective Horse Management Tamsin Pickeral Timely advice on how horse owners can save money, be more ecologically friendly, and bling up their gear with minimal expenditure. Horse products can be expensive, and the lure of a new kit is sometimes hard to resist, especially with increasingly elaborate designs—horse bling is in! However there is a wide range of items that can be made for a fraction of the cost, ranging from equine beauty products, first-aid liniments, and rugs and blankets, to show jumps and horse treats with everything in between. This indispensable volume provides easy instructions on making all manner of equestrian items and explains how to alter existing horse-and-rider gear with minimal expenditure. There is also a comprehensive section offering advice on how to be more ecologically friendly and save money by assessing stable management practices. Hard-earned money can go a little further with this collection of essential, practical, and simple ways to save pennies and make the most of your horse money. Tamsin Pickeral is the author of The Horse: 30,000 Years of the Horse in Art and The Horse Lover’s Bible. Horses • 192 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos & Diagrams Throughout 9781905693290 • November • $24.95 Paper • Kenilworth Press

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Racehorse The Complete Guide to the World of Horse Racing Elwyn Hartley Edwards Written by one of the world’s bestselling equestrian authors, this is the ultimate guide to the multibilliondollar world of horse racing—from the horses to the courses to the classic races. The extraordinary history of racing is brought to life with stories and images of the world’s greatest racehorses and covers everything from the three foundation sires that led to the development of the British Thoroughbred to the phenomenal Eclipse and such modern horse heroes as Nijinsky, Red Rum, and Desert Orchid. The contributions of the great jockeys are also explored, including living legend and nine-time derby winner Lestor Piggot and the incomparable racing superstar Frankie Dettori. This study also celebrates the world’s most spectacular racecourses and the classic races that make them household names around the world, including the English Derby at Epsom and the Dubai World Cup at Nad Al Sheba. Flat racing, steeplechasing, and harness racing are all covered in this fascinating and comprehensive guide. Elwyn Hartley Edwards is the author of The Encyclopedia of the Horse, Fund a m e n t a l s o f R i d i n g , T h e N e w R i d e r ’s H o r s e Encyclopedia, and The Smithsonian Hand-book: Horses. Horses/Sports • 192 pp • 10.5 x 12.5 250 Color Photos • 50 B/W Photos 9780749558680 • March • $34.95 Cloth AA Publishing

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Roger Federer Spirit of a Champion Chris Bowers The skyrocketing career and dramatic personal life of tennis’s hottest star. Roger Federer’s astoundin,g all-round ability on grass and clay has made him one of the greatest players the game has ever seen. With 13 Grand Slam wins and an Olympic gold medal under his belt, the Swiss star has already achieved legendary status. This authoritative and affectionate biography traces Federer’s rise from his first tentative strokes with a racket through his early years in an elite French academy and his struggles with the sudden death of his first real coach and mentor. It also examines how he bounced back from one of the most challenging periods of his career when a serious illness and a dip in form caused him to break his run of successive Wimbledon championship wins and lose his number-one spot to rival Rafael Nadal. Roger’s professionalism and charm, as well as the time he devotes to his charitable foundation, have won him huge amounts of respect from his fellow sportsmen and tennis professionals alike. This is a candid look at one of the most winning and dynamic figures in modern sport. Chris Bowers is the author of Fantastic Federder and The Book of Tennis and writes regularly for the Independent, the Observer, and the Times.

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Feet of the Chameleon The Story of Football in Africa Ian Hawkey From a soccer insider, a captivating look at the history, development, and current role of the beautiful game in Africa. In June 2010, Africa will host the World Cup, the most significant global sporting spectacle ever to take place on the continent. South Africa’s successful bid was in many ways unsurprising: soccer thrives in every country in Africa, and is a vitally important aspect of communities. This fascinating history traces the development of soccer in Africa and investigates what makes African football unique. Drawing on a wide range of sources, it also examines how the game fits into the social and political life of the continent. Ian Hawkey is a soccer journalist for the Sunday Times. Sports • 304 pp • 5 x 8.5 9781906032715 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Portico

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Manchester United: The Biography The Complete Story of the World’s Greatest Football Club Jim White A look at the ever popular Man U soccer team with new material to interest die-hard fans and casual supporters alike. Following the club’s extraordinary journey from its birth in the railway works of Newton Heath to its current status as the biggest club in world soccer, this is a fascinating history of a remarkable team. The key stages in Manchester United’s history are covered: the Munich Air Crash of 1958, which saw the best part of an entire team (the Busby Babes) being killed; becoming the first English team to win the European Cup in 1968 (with Bobby Charlton and George Best); the dominance of the club in the Premiership; the controversial sale to American tycoon Malcolm Glazer; and much more. By drawing on the recollections of everyone from players and managers to fans and backroom staff, enough new material as been unearthed to interest fans and casual supporters. Jim White is an award-winning sports journalist and columnist formerly for the Guardian and currently for the Daily Telegraph. He is the author of You’ll Win Nothing with Kids. Biography/Sports • 448 pp • 6 x 9.5 9781847441126 (Replaces 9781847440884) • October • $19.95 New in Paper • Sphere

Carra My Autobiography Jamie Carragher Foreword by Kenny Dalglish In his typical down-to-earth style, Carra reveals what made him discard his blue Evertonian roots to become a fully-fledged Red, how he mended his wild ways to become a true professional and a multiple trophy winner, and the truth about a succession of managers—Evans, Houllier, Benítez—in the hottest seat in soccer. “One of the best player autobiographies . . . a product of honesty and dedication.” —Sunday Times For the Anfield faithful, Jamie Carragher represents everything that is great about Liverpool Football Club, prompting fans to sing “we all dream of a team of Carraghers.” The club’s vicecaptain, longest-serving player, and one of a select band of players to have made more than 500 appearances for the Reds, Carra never gives less than 100 percent. Here, the Liverpool defender takes us deep into the heart of Anfield, into the club’s past glories and its uncertain future. Carra shares his views on the England team and tells why he rejected calls from both Steve McClaren and Fabio Capello to return to the international fold. Full of sensational stories and controversial opinions, of glory and heartbreak on and off the pitch, this is a soccer book unlike any other. Jamie Carragher won 34 international games for England before retiring from international soccer. Kenny Dalglish is a former Scottish international soccer player. Autobiography/Sports • 384 pp • 5 x 8 Color Photos Throughout • Corgi 9780552157421 (Replaces 9780593061039) November • $15.95 Paper

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Pelé: The Illustrated Autobiography Photographs and Memorabilia from Soccer’s Greatest Player Pelé Featuring rare and candid images, this is an enthralling compendium of images from throughout the astounding career of the soccer player many consider the greatest of all time. The best of a generation of Brazilians universally acknowledged as the most astounding group ever to play the game, Pelé is a true legend in the world of soccer. He won the World Cup three times and is Brazil’s alltime record goal scorer with 97 goals. This exciting collection gathers together some of the greatest images from Pelé’s long and storied career, from his first days playing at the club level to his astounding performances on the international level. Accompanied by commentary from Pelé himself, this is a beautiful compendium of the greatest player in the history of the beautiful game. Autobiography/Sports • 96 pp • 11 x 11.5 40 Color Photos • 40 B/W Photos 9781847372697 • October • $39.95 Cloth Simon & Schuster UK

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Pelé The Autobiography Pelé The legendary international sporting ambassador and cultural icon reveals all, from his hard-knock roots through his record-breaking career. From the poverty-stricken streets of São Paulo to the top of the soccer world, Pelé’s life story is as extraordinary as it is enrapturing. With his trademark wit and deference, the legend presents the fantastic events of his life with insight and humor in this tell-all autobiography. He discusses his meteoric rise to become one of the greatest soccer players of all time, including his three World Cup championships and numerous league victories. On top of his athletic achievements, Pelé also discusses his role as a staunch campaigner for human rights and the plight of street children in his home country, as well as his recent role as a UN Ambassador. By turns addictive, moving, and enlightening, this is the ultimate story of the ultimate sports star. Autobiography/Sports • 368 pp • 5 x 8 • 45 Color Photos 9781416511212 • Available • $13.95 Paper • Pocket Books UK

Occy The Rise and Fall and Rise of Mark Occhilupo Mark Occhilupo and Tim Baker Covering his early success through his collapse into drugs and subsequent renewed ascent to stardom, the life of one of the world’s greatest and most controversial surfers. “Occy was always a missile going hyperspeed, about to blow up at any moment—it’s true of so many highly intelligent or gifted people . . . All of his passion was put into his surfing.” —Kelly Slater, nine-time World Surfing Champion “By going down so hard, by fully falling apart, he was able to give himself longevity. It’s like the Buddhist teachings about birth and death—something has to die for new birth to happen, and that happens inside us too. Occy was the ultimate example of that.” —Tom Carroll, two-time World Surfing Champion Child star at 16, ranked third in the world at 17, Mark Occhilupo looked set to sweep all before him with a radical, spontaneous, irresistible brand of surfing. Yet a spiraling descent into drug abuse and depression snuffed his flame out prematurely when he quit the pro tour at just 22. Faltered comebacks, spectacular bursts of free-surfing, and manic breakdowns followed as the surfing world watched a freakish talent self-combust. After years spent immobile and overweight on the couch, Occy eventually emerged from his cocoon, reborn and ready to tackle a whole new generation of surf stars. His celebrated comeback to win the world title in 1999 is a sporting fairy tale without equal. In this no-holds-barred account, Occy tells the complete, remarkable story of his spectacular rise, terrifying fall, and miraculous rebirth. Tim Baker has contributed to GQ, Playboy, and Rolling Stone and is the author of Go Surf and the coauthor of Bustin’ Down the Door. Autobiography/Sports • 320 pp • 5 x 8 • 50 Color Photos • 14 B/W Photos 9781741666762 (Replaces 9781741666434) • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper Ebury Australia

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Lewis Hamilton: Champion of the World The Biography Frank Worrall Detailed and fully updated, this biography explains how Hamilton has risen above his critics, brushed aside racial abuse, kept his dignity, and fought with a quiet determination to become the greatest driver in the world. In the nail-biting Brazilian Grand Prix in November 2008, Lewis Hamilton clinched his position as the youngest-ever winner of the Formula One World Championship. A truly remarkable sporting figure who has revolutionized the world of motor racing, his rise through the ranks— from karting to the hotly contested F3 Superprix and onto the F1 podium—has not been straightforward. His career began when he was just six years old when his father—holding down three jobs to support his son’s blossoming sport—bought him his first gocart. The breakthrough came when 10-year-old Lewis met McLaren boss Ron Dennis at an awards ceremony. Two years later, Lewis was signed to McLaren’s development program. This book offers behind-the-scenes insight into the intense rivalry between Hamilton and teammate Fernando Alonso that threatened to derail Hamilton’s dreams, as well as the low-down on the spy-gate scandal. It also discusses Hamilton’s ability to handle the intensity of media coverage and keep his dignity to emerge as the world’s top driver. Frank Worrall is the author of numerous sports books, including The Magnificent Sevens, Rooney, and Roy Keane. Biography/Sports • 338 pp • 5 x 8 • 41 Color Photos • 2 B/W Photos 9781844545810 (Replaces 9781844545438) • October $14.95 (Can $16.95) New in Paper • John Blake

St Andrews Golf Links The Complete History Tom Jarrett Foreword by Tom Watson Revised and updated, the definitive story of the Home of Golf, witness to more than 600 years of golfing history. “If a golfer is to be remembered, he must win the title at St. Andrews.” —Jack Nicklaus That the game evolved and developed into its final form at St. Andrews has never been in question—St. Andrews is the home of the game’s most influential ruling body, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, and it was there in 1764 that today’s standard 18-hole round was established when the 22-hole Old Course was reduced. One golf course has now become seven and many of golf’s most dramatic moments, affecting the world’s most famous players, have occurred here. It has played host to the game’s greats, as well as those enthusiastic amateurs for whom the chance to play St. Andrews’ hallowed turf is a dream come true. This celebratory volume of the official history of golf’s most important location was written by Tom Jarrett, a caddie, journalist, golfer, and author, and updated by Peter Mason, who was involved in managing the links throughout its most intensive—and controversial—phase of development. Tom Jarrett was a historian and a journalist who lived all of his life in St. Andrews. Tom Watson is regarded as one of the greatest links players of all time and is the winner of five Open Championship victories. He lives in Stilwell, Kansas. Sports • 240 pp • 7.5 x 10.5 Color Photos Throughout 9781845965013 • October $35.00 Cloth • Mainstream Publishing

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Splat! The Madness and Magnificence of the World’s Most Dangerous Sports Tony Davis From the inane to the ludicrously perilous, a funny, quirky, and thorough review of sports from around the world that no mother would ever allow. The cast of nontraditional sports available to the more daring participant range from the seemingly benign—the central Asian game of buzkashi, or goat-nabbing—to such apparently suicidal activities as the human trebuchet. Full of astounding facts and amazing-but-true incidents, this comprehensive guide to some of the world’s most dangerous sports explains what it’s like to be gored by a bull, base jump into a cavern, or dare the “death zone” at Mt. Everest. The history of each activity is provided along with its potential dangers and rewards, making this a complete guide to some of the world’s most bewildering sports. Tony Davis is a former editor of Drive magazine and the author of the bestselling Lemon! and You Must Be Skidding. Humor/Sports • 240 pp • 7.5 x 8 58 B/W Photos 9781741750300 • November $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

Over the Top The First Lone Yachtsman to Sail Vertically Around the World Adrian Flanagan Adrian Flanagan overcame pirates, hurricanes, and being thrown overboard in 40-foot seas in an epic quest to sail the globe alone via the two polar regions. “One of the best-written and most gripping tales of recent years.” —Yachting World In 1975, when Adrian Flanagan was 15, he read Sir Francis Chichester’s account of his recordbreaking circumnavigation, and a dream began to form. Thirty years later, on October 28, 2005, Adrian set sail from the south coast of England on his quest to voyage vertically around the earth by the most difficult route imaginable, via Cape Horn and the icebound waters of the Russian Arctic. He mortgaged his house and bought a unique stainless steel boat with the unlikely name of Barrabas. With limited funds and no means of paying a professional support team, he persuaded his ex-wife to manage the expedition. Adrian faced death when a rogue wave swept him from the deck. He was chased by pirates off Brazil, dislocated both wrists, and, at Cape Horn, Barrabas capsized in a hurricane. He also swam in water 10 miles deep, sailed in the company of whales, hunted with a spear gun, and came to appreciate the fragile balance of the natural world from a perspective that few have ever seen. After 30,825 miles, Adrian arrived home on May 21, 2008, with a Royal Navy escort. Here is his inspirational, epic story. Adrian Flanagan is a former sports journalist for such publications as Daily Mail, the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, and the Times; and the author of Cobra. He is currently planning a microlite flight around the coast of Australia. Autobiography/Sports • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 4 Color Photos • 16 B/W Photos 9780753826102 • November • $15.95 Paper • Phoenix

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THE TIMES ATLASES The Times Each: Reference • Color Mapping Throughout • Cloth • Times Books UK

The Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World “Easily the best atlas there is.” —Bill Bryson “[This book] has been an essential part of my travelling for many years. It is the whole world in a single volume.” —Paul Theroux, author, Dark Star Safari Presented in an elegant gold cover and slipcase, and printed on Forest Stewardship Council paper, this is the ultimate coffee table book and the world’s most prestigious atlas— the perfect blend of tradition, authority, and style. The atlas begins with contributions from geographical experts, providing detailed information on the key issues facing the world today—climate change, environmental threats, global communications, biodiversity, and energy resources—with supporting maps, images, photographs, and graphics. The unique scope and breadth of the index—with more than 200,000 entries—also includes a comprehensive set of alternative spellings for place names and former names. This authoritative reference was reprinted with updates in 2008. 544 pp • 12.5 x 17.5 • Slipcase 9780007236701 • Available • $250.00

The Times Concise Atlas of the World The impressiveness of the comprehensive atlas in a sleeker volume.

This 11th edition features 24 pages of satellite images, 20 pages of historical mapping, a new mapping page of Alaska, historical outlines of large lakes and sea ice extent for the North and South Poles, and abandoned settlements Whether planning a vacation, keeping in touch with world news, solving crosswords, or just exploring the world, this completely updated atlas has all the necessary information. An amazingly detailed view of the world is provided by 260 pages of mapping, and the illustrated thematic content covers the most important geographical issues of the day. The reference mapping has been completely revised with thousands of changes reflecting recent geopolitical and geographical changes around the world. A unique section shows how the world looked over the last 150 years through maps from the Times atlases. Updated plans of 32 of the world’s great cities are included on the reference maps of the country in which they are located for easy reference. The index contains more than 130,000 place names, fully cross-referenced with alternative and former names. 448 pp • 10.5 x 14.5 • Slipcase 9780007311996 • November • $145.00 10th edition available now: 9780007229062 • $125.00

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The Times Reference Atlas of the World Provides a detailed and attractive picture of today’s world in an ideal format. This latest edition has been fully revised to bring all the maps and geographical information completely up to date. The 104 pages of reference maps have been updated to provide accurate, accessible, and attractive coverage of the whole world. The 46 city plans of the world’s major cities, showing major places of interest, have also been revised. The introductory section gives a detailed profile of today’s world and covers major geographical and global issues through maps, images, statistics and graphics. This comprehensive guide to the world’s states and territories includes flags, profiles, and key facts, stunning continental satellite images, and an index to more than 45,000 place names. 216 pp • 9.5 x 13 9780007254989 (Replaces 9780007157280) Available • $50.00

The Times Compact Atlas of the World A completely revised edition of this convenient, portable format atlas in the world’s most prestigious and authoritive world atlas range. This is a complete world reference atlas in a convenient and easy-to-use format that retains the authority, style, and detail of the larger atlases offered in this range. The major updates include in this fifth edition include: the new independent country of Kosovo; the latest magnetic pole positions; revised Aral Sea and Lake Chad outlines; new high speed rail lines in Europe; abandoned settlements—a feature unique to Times world atlases, a large number of new road and railways, many of which are in China; and more than 400 place name changes. The comprehensive index contains more than 25,000 place names. 240 pp • 6 x 8.5 9780007318179 • March • $18.95 Fourth edition available now: 9780007233748 • $17.95

The Times Mini Atlas of the World Complete map coverage of the world is provided with the accuracy and authority for which Times atlases are renowned, in a pocket-sized format. Offering great authority, outstanding quality, and attention to detail, this fourth edition of the Times Mini Atlas of the World has been fully revised to bring all the maps and geographical information completely up to date. The introductory section covers major world geographical themes—from climate and environment to population and urbanization— giving a global snapshot of our contemporary world. A comprehensive guide to the world’s states and territories including flags, capital cities, and key facts, make this the ideal reference atlas for home, school, or office. Authoritative up-to-date mapping of the whole world reflects such recent changes as the newly independent country of Kosovo and an extensive index has more than 20,000 place names. 256 pp • 4 x 6 9780007276387 (Replaces 9780007233748) • February • $11.95

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The Complete Book of the Winter Olympics Vancouver 2010 Edition David Wallechinsky and Jaime Loucky Updated to include all results and material from Turin 2006, and with a complete statistical record for all events through the history of the Games, this is the authoritative book on the Winter Olympics. “An indispensable addition to the shelves of both sportswriters and serious fans . . . an extremely meticulous—one may even say Olympian—piece of scholarship.” —New York Times on The Complete Book of the Summer Olympics From speed skating to snowboarding, bobsleigh to ice hockey, this encyclopedia book gives the medals tables, timings, distances, and scores of every event, and provides vital information on rules and scoring systems. But much more than a statistical compendium, the book also offers a wealth of Winter Olympic history, anecdote, and lore, bringing alive the most dramatic moments from the Games and celebrating the many extraordinary individuals who have competed. It covers each event, Games by Games, from the four skating events which first featured in the 1908 London Olympics to freestyle skiing and curling—including discontinued events. With the top eight placings for every event at every Winter Olympics, plus descriptions of rules and scoring for all 2010 events, and hundreds of anecdotes, from the astonishing to the bizarre, this is an indispensable guide for all fans. David Wallechsinky has worked as a commentator for NBC Olympic coverage. His work has appeared in such publications as the New York Times Magazine and Parade, and he has appeared on Late Night with David Letterman, NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, and Nightline. His other titles include The Complete Book of the Olympics with Jaime Loucky, The Complete Book of the Summer Olympics, and The New Book of Lists. Sports/Reference • 352 pp • 7 x 9 9781845134914 • October • $24.95 Paper • Aurum Press

Tomaž Humar Bernadette McDonald Told with his cooperation, here is the heartbreaking, triumphant, and inspirational story of Tomaž Humar, who fled Civil War in Yugoslavia and became one of the world’s greatest— and most controversial—mountaineers. “Cleverly constructed, using the tale of the extraordinary and prolonged rescue effort on the Rupal Face of Nanga Parbat as a coat hanger for Tomaž’s life and extraordinary climbs . . . well-written and perceptive.” —Chris Bonington, author, Everest: The Unclimbed Ridge In August, 2005, Tomaž Humar was trapped on a narrow ledge at 19,000 feet on the formidable Rupal Face of Nanga Parbat. He had been attempting a new route, directly up the middle of the highest mountain face in the world—solo. After six days he was out of food, almost out of fuel, and frequently buried by avalanches. Three helicopters were poised for a brief break in the weather to pluck him off the mountain. Because of the audacity of the climb, the fame of the climber, the high risk associated with the rescue, and the hourly reports posted on his base-camp website, the world was watching. Would this be the most spectacular rescue in climbing history? Or a tragic—and very public—death in the mountains? Years before, as communism was collapsing and the Balkans slid into chaos, Humar was unceremoniously conscripted into a dirty war that he despised, where he observed brutal and inhumane atrocities that disgusted him. Finally he did the unthinkable: he left and eventually arrived home in what had become a new country—Slovenia. He returned to climbing, and within very few years, he was among the best in the world. Reinhold Messner, among others, called him the most remarkable mountain climber of his generation. Bernadette McDonald is a former vice president of mountain culture at the Banff Center in Calgary, Alberta, and director of the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festivals. She is also the author of I’ll Call You in Kathmandu and the coeditor of Voices from the Summit and Whose Water Is It? Biography/Sports • 272 pp • 5 x 8 • 29 Color Photos • 6 B/W Photos 9780099505099 • September • $16.95 Paper • Arrow

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Northern Wilderness Ray Mears In a stunning celebration of one of earth’s great wildernesses, Ray Mears journeys on foot, by canoe, and by snowshoe through mountains, forests, tundra, and ice in this inhospitable but awesome landscape where roads are still scarce. “Ray Mears is a bushman first and foremost and really can survive in any extreme environment. I can’t think of a better companion in a crisis.” —GQ “Give the man a couple of twigs, a flint and a curved knife and he is transformed into a poet.” —Times on Ray Mears Vanishing World Ray Mears travels through and examines extreme environments in this fascinating look at the frozen north. Ray explores the vast Boreal Forest and its rich animal life from beavers to bears. He travels across the Hudson Bay by canoe, and tells the story of the fur trade and trappers who traded with the hat manufacturers of England. Ray also follows the paths of the great early northern explorers, Samuel Hearn and David Thompson, who survived through their knowledge of what we now call bushcraft, as they trekked across the tundra and the Rocky Mountains. He learns the ways of the Inuit, who teach him how to combat snow blindness and build shelter. This book is rich in bushcraft, as Ray explains the unique survival techniques of the Native CanaAlso available: dians and the Inuit, as well as how the prospectors in the gold rush used bushcraft skills to survive. Ray Mears founded Woodlore, a school of wilderness bushcraft and survival. He is the author of Ray Mears Bushcraft, The Outdoor Survival Guide, Ray Mears Goes Walkabout, Vanishing World and Ray Mears Vanishing World. 9780340961483 • $34.95 Nature • 256 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 16 Color Photos 9780340980828 • January • $29.95 Cloth • Hodder & Stoughton

Mawson’s Antarctic Diaries Edited by Fred Jacka and Eleanor Jacka An uncensored record of Douglas Mawson’s four separate trips to the Antarctic, accompanied by never-before-seen photographs. Sir Douglas Mawson, Australia’s greatest Antarctic explorer, made four trips to the Antarctic during his long and storied career. He traveled south in 1907 with Shackleton’s British Antarctic Expedition; in 1911 as leader of the Australasian Antarctic expedition; and twice between 1929 and 1931 as leader of the British, Australian, and New Zealand Antarctic Research Expedition. Gathered here are Mawson’s diaries from each of these four trips, volumes which provide an intimate perspective on the stress and conflicts inherent to each journey, their achievements and failures, joys and tragedies. Gripping and unrestrained, this is a revealing look at one of history’s most daring adventurers. Fred Jacka was director of the Mawson Institute for Antarctic Research and an expeditionary physicist. Eleanor Jacka is a specialist in Russian literature. Autobiography/History • 524 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 20 Color Photos • 84 B/W Photos 9781741756098 (Replaces 9781863730228) • November $26.95 (Can $29.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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Subantarctic Wilderness Macquarie Island Aleks Terauds and Fiona Stewart Covering its history, flora, and fauna, a fully-illustrated celebration of the rugged beauty of remote Macquarie Island. A tiny speck of land caught between Australia and Antarctica, Macquarie Island is as remote and rugged as it is beautiful. Despite its small size, for huge numbers of seals, penguins, and albatrosses this raw, elemental landscape is a sanctuary, while for humans it has long been a base for the exploitation of wildlife and for intrepid adventurers. Lavishly illustrated with exemplary photography and specially commissioned artwork, this stunning volume explores all aspects of Macquarie Island, including its rich history and life on the island today, its geology and plant life, and the stunning variety of wildlife that call the isle home. Aleks Terauds is a marine biologist. Fiona Stewart is a professional painter and graphic designer. History/Nature • 176 pp • 10 x 10.5 • 144 Color Photos • 33 B/W Photos 9781741753028 • November • $39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth • Allen & Unwin

The Longest Winter Scott’s Other Heroes Meredith Hooper Scott’s Northern Party played an integral role in his iconic last expedition, but how did they survive? Through the eyes of the men involved, Meredith Hooper recounts one of the greatest tales of adventure and endurance, which has often been overshadowed by the tragedy which befell Scott. Their tents were torn, their food was nearly finished, and the ship had failed to pick them up as planned. Gale-force winds blew, bitter with the cold of approaching winter. Stranded and desperate, the six men of the Northern Party faced disaster. Searching out a snow drift, they burrowed inside. Lieutenant Victor Campbell drew a line across the floor in the gloom to establish naval order: three officers on one side, the three seamen on the other. A birthday was celebrated with a carefully hoarded biscuit and they sang hymns every Sunday, so what kept these men going? Circumstances forced them closer together, their roles blurred and a shared sense of reality emerged. This mutual suffering made them indivisible and somehow they made it through the longest winter. To the south, the men waiting at headquarters knew that the Polar Party must be dead and hoped that another six men would not be added to the death toll. Working from expedition diaries, journals, and letters written by expedition members, Meredith Hooper tells the intensely human story of Scott’s other expedition. Meredith Hooper is an award-winning writer of many books of nonfiction for children. During the last 15 years she has specialized in writing about the history, geology, and wildlife of Antarctica. In 2000 Congress awarded her the Antarctic Service Medal. Biography/History • 320 pp • 6 x 9 9781848543065 • January • $26.95 Paper • John Murray

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Conan’s Brethren The Complete Collection Robert E. Howard Afterword by Stephen Jones Following on the success of The Complete Chronicles of Conan, this companion volume contains all the Howard stories featuring Conan’s heroic brothers-in-arms, collected together in chronological order, as fresh and atmospheric today as when they were first published in the pulp magazines of more than 80 years ago. “Howard’s writing seems so highly charged with energy that it nearly gives off sparks.” —Stephen King “A hero of mythic proportion, fashioned by a storyteller who helped define what a modern fantasy should be.” —Raymond E. Feist, author, The Riftwar Cycle “I adore these books. Howard had a gritty, vibrant style-broadsword writing that cut its way to the heart, with heroes who are truly larger than life. I heartily recommend them to anyone who loves fantasy.” —David Gemmell, author, Legend

Robert Rodriguez is producing a Red Sonja feature due out in 2010, set to star Rose McGowan, directed by Douglas Aarniokoski. Rodriguez revealed promotional images at San Diego Comic Con, also revealing that he’s in early talks to produce the upcoming Conan. A master of all genres of pulp, from historical adventure and detective stories to Western and boxing fiction, Robert E. Howard invented the genre now known as Sword-and-Sorcery, and it is for these larger than life tales of heroic fantasy and horror that he is best remembered. Plucked from the pages of Weird Tales and other pulp magazines, his mighty heroes are brought together in one collection—the vengeful Puritan swashbuckler Solomon Kane; Howard’s first barbarian hero King Kull; Bran Mak Morn, the last of the Picts; Red Sonja, She-Devil with a Sword; and many others. World Fantasy Award–nominee Les Edwards contributes a black-and-white frontispiece, along with a gold embossed work on the leather-style cover, while Hugo Award– and Bram Stoker Award– winning editor and author Stephen Jones compiled the selections and provides an insightful afterword. Robert E. Howard’s (1906–1936) tales of heroic and supernatural fantasy won him a huge audience across the world and influenced a whole generation of writers, from Robert Jordan to Raymond E. Feist. Fantasy • 750 pp • 6 x 9.5 • November • Gollancz 9780575089884 • $24.95 Paper 9780575089877 • $37.95 Cloth

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The Complete Chronicles of Conan 9780575077805 • $29.95 Paper 9780575077669 • $37.95 Cloth

Necronomicon 9780575081574 • $27.95 Paper

9780575081567 • $37.95 Cloth

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THE WARS OF LIGHT AND SHADOW SERIES Janny Wurts “Fantasy writing of a high level . . . Wurts is an accomplished builder of worlds, scenes and characters through well-chosen detail, with an ear for dialogue and an eye for realism.” —Publishers Weekly “The author’s attention to detail and her skill for creating memorable heroes and villains lend a sense of immediacy to a tale of epic battles and great betrayals. For most fantasy collections.” —Library Journal Janny Wurts is the author of the Cycle of Fire series and coauthor of the worldwide-bestselling Empire series with Raymond E. Feist. Each: Fantasy • 4.5 x 7 • Paper • Voyager

Fugitive Prince Alliance of Light: Volume One Where there is light, there must always be shadow! The third cycle in the series begins with Fugitive Prince, book one of the Alliance of the Light triptych. The schism began with two half brothers empowered to subdue a Mistwraith. In revenge it cursed them to a life of perpetual conflict: each believes absolutely in his cause, and loathes the other for opposing it. Lysaer, Prince of the Light—a charismatic leader sworn to set humanity free from sorcerous oppression—claims divine power to safeguard his people from an enemy he is convinced will destroy them. Arithon, Master of Shadow—and a trained mage—wishes for nothing but to defuse war, and search out the vanished old races who hold the key to restore the world’s shattered peace. When Koriani enchantresses join forces with Lysaer, new intrigues upset Arithon’s hard-won autonomy. Faction is set against faction, heart against heart, and the scene is set for an explosive recurrence of war. The curse of the Mistwraith echoes eternal. 576 pp • 9780006482994 • September • $8.99

Grand Conspiracy Alliance of Light: Volume Two In the thrilling second installment in the Alliance of Light trilogy, the stage is set for the ultimate betrayal. A lifelong curse of enmity between two half-brothers that has so far woven three bitter conflicts and uncounted deadly intrigues. It is a time of political upheavel, fanaticism, and rampaging armies. Distrust of sorcery has set off a purge of the talented mageborn—none reviled more than Arithon, Master of Shadow. Through clever manipulation of events at the hands of his half brother Lysaer, Lord of Light, Arithon’s very name has become anathema. Now the volatile hatreds that spearheaded the campaign against Shadow have overtaken all reason. Those that still stand in Arithon’s desperate defense are downtrodden, in retreat and close to annihilation. 656 pp • 9780007102228 • November • $8.99

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Peril’s Gate Alliance of Light: Volume Three The curse that hangs over the Master of Shadow, Arithon, and Lord of Light, Lysaer, is drawing the two half brothers ever closer towards direct conflict, in the third part of the Alliance of Light arc. “Sustaining the considerable momentum of previous volumes . . . Wurts is in fine form here, providing endless twists and turns of plot and an artful complexity that is marvelous to behold.” —Booklist For the Natural Balance to be maintained, the half brothers must never fight. If they do, one is sure to perish, and the Mistwraith will regain its evil power over their world. Even now, Lysaer—convinced of his own godhead and aided by the treacherous Koriani Sisterhood—is tracking Arithon the Masterbard through the snows of the winter-locked mountains and the Barrens of Daon Ramon. Arithon is tortured by the knowledge that for the sake of future generations he must not be killed, no matter the cost of others’ lives. Fighting valiantly to prevent unnecessary suffering, he strikes out on his own; but he is injured and failing fast. Meanwhile, the ancient Paravians are stirring, summoned by trespassers on their sacred domain; and the Fellowship of Seven are battling on many other fronts, as the Mistwraith’s wards begin to break, and khadrim and free wraiths roam the land. 784 pp • 9780007101085 • January • $9.99

Other titles in The Wars of Light and Shadow series:

The Curse of the Mistwraith

The Ships of Merior

9780586210697 • $8.95

9780586210703 • $8.95

Warhost of Vastmark 9780006482079 • $8.95

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To Ride Hell’s Chasm 9780007101115

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The Legend of Sigurd & Gudrún Unabridged edition J. R. R. Tolkien Introduction by Christopher Tolkien Read by Brian Cox The unabridged audio publication of a previously unknown work by J. R. R. Tolkien, which tells the epic story of the Norse hero, Sigurd, the dragon-slayer, the revenge of his wife, Gudrún, and the Fall of the Nibelungs. “Many years ago, J. R. R. Tolkien composed his own version, now published for the first time, of the great legend of Northern antiquity, in two closely related poems to which he gave the titles ‘The New Lay of the Völsungs’ and ‘The New Lay of Gudrún.’ In the ‘Lay of the Völsungs’ is told the ancestry of the great hero Sigurd, the slayer of Fáfnir most celebrated of dragons, whose treasure he took for his own; of his awakening of the Valkyrie Brynhild who slept surrounded by a wall of fire, and of their betrothal; and of his coming to the court of the great princes who were named the Niflungs (or Nibelungs), with whom he entered into blood-brotherhood. In scenes of dramatic intensity . . . the tragedy of Sigurd and Brynhild, of Gunnar the Niflung, and of Gudrún his sister, mounts to its end in the murder of Sigurd at the hands of his blood-brothers, the suicide of Brynhild, and the despair of Gudrún. In the ‘Lay of Gudrún’ her fate after the death of Sigurd is told, her marriage against her will to the mighty Atli, ruler of the Huns (the Attila of history), his murder of her brothers the Niflung lords, and her hideous revenge. Deriving his version primarily from his close study of the ancient poetry of Norway and Iceland known as the Poetic Edda (and where no old poetry exists, from the later prose work the Völsunga Saga), J. R. R. Tolkien employed a verse-form of short stanzas whose lines embody in English the exacting alliterative rhythms and the concentrated energy of the poems of the Edda.” —Christopher Tolkien J. R. R. Tolkien (1892–1973) is best known as the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. His books have sold more than 150 million copies in more than 40 languages worldwide. Christopher Tolkien, who edited his father’s book for publication, will read his own insightful introduction to the work. Appointed by J. R. R. Tolkien to be his literary executor, he has devoted himself to the publication of his father’s unpublished writings, notably The Silmarillion and The History of Middleearth. Brian Cox is a BAFTA– and Emmy Award–winning and Golden Globe–nominated actor who has appeared in The Bourne Supremacy, Braveheart, Deadwood, L.I.E., and Rob Roy. Fantasy • 5.5 x 5 9780007318827 • September • $29.95 • 5 Audio CDs • HarperCollins UK Audio

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The Third God Ricardo Pinto Six years in the writing, the concluding volume of Ricardo Pinto’s acclaimed The Stone Dance of the Chameleon fantasy trilogy. “A remarkable feast which I avidly consumed.” —Dennis L. McKiernan, author, The Eye of the Hunter

The first two books in this series, The Chosen (9780312872083) and The Standing Dead (9780312872090), were released by Tor Books Amidst the massacre he helped bring about, Carnelian is now desperate to find a way to avoid more carnage. His spurned lover Osidian—seeking revenge and determined to win back his stolen throne—has deliberately stoked the wrath of the Masters who rule the world from its center, Osrakum. Osidian’s actions threaten to overturn the repressive order of the Commonwealth, and Carnelian soon learns that he and those he loves are inextricably enmeshed in the terrible power game of the Masters. If he is to survive, he has no choice but to stand with Osidian in defiance of the invincible power of the Masters. In his struggle, Carnelian will unleash apocalyptic forces that will bring his world to a reckoning none could have forseen, though it has been simmering for 4,000 years. Fantasy • 719 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780593050514 • October • $29.95 Cloth • Bantam Press

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Looking for Mr Piggy-Wig Andy Secombe Wickedly funny, this fantasy with echoes of Jasper Fforde and Terry Pratchett boasts an infectious voice all of its own. “Excellent . . . funny and, yes, fantastical.” —Sunday Telegraph “I enjoyed it immensely . . . a comic fantasy that actually delivers on its premise. Douglas would have enjoyed it. He might even have been a bit jealous.” —Simon Jones, actor, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, on Endgame It is 20 years after the “New” Battle of Britain, and rationing is still in force. Because of rampant global warming, a massive tax has been imposed on carbon-based fuels. Now, with aviation fuel costing more than vintage champagne, commercial jets can no longer afford to ply the world’s airways, and their place has been taken by giant, eco-friendly dirigibles. Our hero, Jack Lindsay, is a private investigator of the old school— Also available: hard-nosed, hard-boiled, and hard-drinking. If he has a weakness, apart from a fondness for garibaldi biscuits, it is for a woman with a sob story— and one has just walked into his office, and into his life. Marian is purportedly looking for her husband, Michaelmas, though Jack suspects she’s not telling him the whole story. By digging a little deeper, he finds himself becoming embroiled in a worldwide criminal conspiracy involving Engame gun-smuggling, political assassination, and a chain of burger outlets. Soon 9780330439985 • $12.95 Jack’s got a lot more to worry about than just the local shortage of garibaldis. Andy Secombe is a former actor who played Watto in the last three Star Wars films, and the author of Endgame, The Last House in the Galaxy, Limbo, and Limbo II. Fantasy • 304 pp • 6 x 9 9781405053594 • November • $12.95 Paper • Macmillan UK

Eagle Rising David Devereux Jack’s back in this sequel to Hunter’s Moon, and this time he must face a terrifying supernatural threat in this rip-roaring fantasy. “Bad-to-the-bone radical separatist witches are out to kill England’s prime minister in Devereux’s satirical, scary and weirdly funny debut . . . Self-proclaimed former exorcist Devereux doesn’t flinch when it comes to odd magic rituals, gory violence, kinky sex or hilarious spy escapades, and Jack’s brash narration is disarmingly addictive.” —Publishers Weekly on Hunter’s Moon “A great fun read, with a lot of sex and violence to keep you turning the pages.” —Shivers on Hunter's Moon

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Someone has been mad enough to revive the most horrifying evil of the last 60 years. A neo-Nazi magical sect is intent on bringing back the terror from the darkest days of the 1940s, and only one man— a modern magician trained in the magical arts and exorcism—has the tools needed to stop them. Jack must infiltrate the closed corridors of a big-business conspiracy among some of the most high-powered executives in the country. He eventually finds a cabal of businessmen with occult interests and an insane hunger for the return of an old and dark order. Described as a mix of Dennis Wheatley and Ian Fleming, Devereux lives up to the billing with his new novel. David Devereux is a professional exorcist and the author of Memoirs of an Exorcist and Hunter’s Moon. Science Fiction • 272 pp • 4.5 x 7 9780575084032 (Replaces 9780575079885) • March $8.99 Paper • Gollancz

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THE SENTIENTS OF ORION Marianne de Pierres “The colorful characters and sense of scale suggest that the series could develop into something special.” —Times Literary Supplement “An exciting adventure with plenty going on to keep you turning the pages . . . Marianne has a knack for creating compelling characters in complex realities.” —Aurealis “A rich and vigorous adventure.” —Australian Marianne de Pierres is the author of the Parrish Plessis series—Code Noir, Crash Deluxe, and Nylon Angel—which has been adapted into a role-playing game. Each: Science Fiction • 432 pp • 4.5 x 7 • $9.99 Paper • Orbit UK

Dark Space The Sentients of Orion Book 1 The award-winning first installment in a space-opera series involves a mining planet invaded by giant water bears, the alleged discovery of God, and a huge conspiracy.

Won the Aurealis Award for Best Science Fiction Novel 2007 and was nominated for the British Science Fiction Award for Best Novel 2007 While drifting in space, lost, due to navigational failure, a mineral scout discovers God. When word gets out, academics from the studiums across Orion scramble to gain the Entity’s favor. However, not all the sentients of Orion hold this “god” in awe—some, like the philosophers of Scolar and the Transhumans of Extropy are deeply suspicious. Onto the grand stage of interplanetary academic politics, intellectual conceit, and dubious theology walks Baronessa Mira Fedor. Her planet has been torn apart by the invasion of a race of giant tardigrades. Only the Orion League of Sentient Species can lend aid, but OLOSS is preoccupied with communicating with God. Mira, together with the rowdy, misogynist Jo-Jo Rasterovich, is left to her own resources to find help. In doing so she unmasks a galaxy-sized intrigue. But will she live long enough to tell anyone? 9781841494289 • October

Chaos Space The Sentients of Orion Book 2 The more Mira uncovers, the more mysteries she finds in the follow-up to Dark Space. Having fled the invasion on Araldis, Mira Fedor travels to the nearest Orion League planet seeking aid for her devastated world, but the authorities seem more interested in stealing her bio-ship, Insignia, than in rendering help. While Mira flees from world to world, Araldis burns. Why is the initiate Tekton taking such extreme measures just to acquire a mineral alloy? Why do so many of the protagonists in this galaxy-wide drama have links to the Stain Wars? And what part does the Sole Entity—literally, God—have to play? 9781841494296 • February

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Swiftly Adam Roberts Not only a sequel to Gulliver’s Travels, Adam Roberts has also written a rip-roaring 19thcentury adventure, a love story, and a thought-provoking pre-atomic science fiction novel about our place in the universe. "A brilliant burlesque conceit, and Roberts exploits it in bravura fashion." —Locus Magazine “An endlessly inventive writer . . . one of our most intelligent and versatile authors.” —SFRevu “A worthy science fictional successor to Swift’s indispensable masterwork . . . equal parts adventure story and social commentary. Its philosophy is Swift’s, but its success is all Roberts’s own.” —Strange Horizons It is 1848 and the British Empire has grown rich exploiting Lilliputian slaves—the finesse of their working allowing unheard of feats of miniature engineering; even Babbage’s computing device has been made to work. But now the French have formed a regiment of previously peaceful Brobdingnagian giants and invasion looms. In a world where humanity is both smaller and larger than it once was, love and hate loom large. Mankind discovers itself at the center of scale. Lilliputians are 12 times smaller than us but there are those 12 times smaller than them, and 12 times smaller again and so on. And the scale of being goes up from Swift’s giants, as well. This Wellesian sequel to Gulliver’s Travels is a unique piece of sci-fi literature. Adam Roberts is a novelist whose titles include Salt and Gradisil.His work has been nominated for the Arthur C. Clarke Award and the Philip K. Dick Award. He also writes parodies, including Doctor Whom: E.T. Shoots and Leaves, The Sellamillion, and The Va Dinci Cod. Science Fiction • 368 pp • 5 x 8 9780575082342 (Replaces 9780575082328) • January • $14.95 Paper • Gollancz

Yellow Blue Tibia Adam Roberts From the acclaimed Adam Roberts, a group of Soviet authors are shocked to watch the science fiction story they wrote 40 years ago slowly come to life. “Gripping, captivating, wonderfully funny and magnificently written, completely messwith-your-head weird. Fantastically evocative of what life was like in Soviet Russia, packed with telling details. Robert's style is beautifully crafted, his dialogue is superb, his characterization perfect. This is a book you've got to read.” —SFX “From the opening act in the dacha and the banter between the five SF writers, to the scenes in Moscow and the action and aftermath in Kiev and Chernobly, Yellow Blue Tibia is at times unbelievably funny, and is just a romp and very accessible. Superb and I can't recommend it enough.” —Fantasy Book Critic Russia, 1946. With the Nazis recently defeated, Stalin gathers half a dozen of the top Soviet science fiction authors in a dacha in the countryside. Convinced that the defeat of America is only a few years away—and equally convinced that the Soviet Union needs a massive external threat to hold it together—Stalin orders the writers to compose a massively detailed and highly believable story about an alien race poised to invade the earth. The little group of writers gets down to the task and spends months working until new orders come from Moscow to immediately halt the project. The scientists obey and live their lives until, in the aftermath of Chernobyl, the survivors gather again, because something strange has happened: the story they invented in 1946 is starting to come true. Adam Roberts is a novelist whose titles include Salt, Swiftly, and Gradisil. Science Fiction • 336 pp • 6 x 9 9780575083578 • September • $16.95 Paper • Gollancz

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Principles of Angels Jaine Fenn A fast and furious debut from a new SF talent—in a story of self-delusion, secrets, and betrayal that takes place in a floating city, a street-hustler wants only to avenge the murder of the Angel who raised him, but he’s going to find it hard enough to survive without her protection. “What initially plays as a slow-burning blend of murder mystery and hard sci-fi (with an added dash of China Mieville’s gritty sense of urban energy) is soon expanding in scale and taking on some highly intriguing concepts . . . adds another name to the list of SF and fantasy authors worth watching.” —SFX

First in the the Hidden Empire series Khesh City floats above the surface of the uninhabitable planet of Vellern. Topside, it’s extravagant, opulent, luxurious; the Undertow is dark, twisted and dangerous. A place where nothing is forbidden, Khesh City is also a democracy, of sorts, policed by the Angels—elite, state-sponsored killers who answer only to their enigmatic master, the Minister. Taro lived a privileged life with his Angel aunt until a strange man, who bought his body for the night, followed him home and murdered her. Taro wants to find the killer who ruined his future, but he’s struggling just to survive in the brutal Undertow—then an encounter with the Minister sets him on a new course. Elarn Reen is a famous musician sent to Khesh City as the unwilling agent of mankind’s oldest enemy, the Sidhe. To save her own life, she must find and kill a renegade Sidhe. As Taro and Elarn’s paths converge, it becomes clear that the lives of everyone in Khesh City are at risk—and a common prostitute and an uncommon singer are the city’s only chance. Jaine Fenn has had short stories published in magazines as Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine and On Spec. Science Fiction • 320 pp • 5 x 8 9780575083295 • September • $14.95 Paper • Gollancz

The Broken World Tim Etchells A guide to an imaginary computer game crossed with a slacker love story, this comical and unsettling story interweaves the everyday and the fantastical, the actual and the virtual to create a unique portrait of our lives—both in the “real world” and in alternate contexts via the computer screen. “Steers a dizzying path between science fiction and the existential thriller, with writing that is kinetic, street-smart and supremely fertile . . . Contemporary fiction should watch out: it’s about to be ambushed.” —Rupert Thomson, author, The Book of Revelations “Phenomenal. Quite scary in its originality, ingenuity, and significance. Bound to become a cult book, and in serious danger of being a world-wide bestseller.” —Victoria Glendinning, author, Leonard Woolf Writing an online “walk-through” to a computer game of Borgesian complexity can take up a lot of time. So much so, it can be difficult to see things turning sour in the real world. As our narrator grapples with his players’ guide, life starts to intrude in troublesome ways. Things aren’t going so well with the live-in girlfriend and the job preparing “cooked circular food” is getting increasingly hard to stomach. To top it all, the best friend is clearly depressed and acting weirder by the day. But despite all this, his attention is focused on the Broken World— an engrossing, possibly addictive, adventure that takes him from town to town in a struggle with zombies, agents, puzzles, and mysteries. It’s not clear which of these worlds—the real or the online—is the more challenging, or where survival tips are more urgently needed. What is clear is that he must work out solutions to problems involving life, love, and happiness, not just in the Broken World, but in the real one too. Tim Etchells is a writer and an artist whose work reaches across boundaries from fiction through cutting edge theater to video and visual art. He lives part of the time in New York. Fiction/Science Fiction • 528 pp • 5 x 8 9780099519454 • February • $15.95 Paper • Random House UK

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Gerry Anderson’s UFO: Technical Manual Edited by Chris Bentley Illustrations by Nick Foreman Beautifully illustrated by Nick Foreman, this long-awaited portrayal of the UFO vehicles and installations features specially created, computer-generated images of sea, land, air, and space craft from the classic television series. Meticulous research and painstaking attention to detail have gone into these multiangle views and cutaways. Skydiver, the futuristic gull-wing cars, the SHADO interceptors, the Space Intruder Detector, and installations such as SHADO’s Moonbase complex have never looked so exciting or so realistic. Nick Foreman’s CGI illustrations—the first time this technique has been used in an official Gerry Anderson book—are accompanied by detailed notes on design, specification, and performance. Following in the footsteps of The Complete Book of Gerry Anderson’s UFO, this book will be a must-have purchase for all true Anderson fans. Chris Bentley was the Chair of Fanderson, the Official Gerry Anderson Fan Club, for more than 10 years. He is the author of The Complete Book of Gerry Anderson’s UFO and The Complete Gerry Anderson. Nick Foreman is a leading CGI illustration artist, specializing in science fiction subjects. He is the CG illustrator for The Official Star Wars Fact File. Science Fiction • 48 pp • 11 x 14 Illustrations & Photos Throughout 9781905287352 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth Reynolds & Hearn

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KNIGHTS TEMPLAR MYSTERY Michael Jecks

More than 300,000 copies of Michael Jecks' Knights Templar mysteries have been sold in the U.S. Michael Jecks is the bestselling author of the Knights Templar Mystery series and is a member of The Medieval Murderers.

No Law in the Land Baldwin and Simon must deal with chaos close to home in the riveting new novel from the medieval crime master. King Edward II is furious when he learns that his wife Queen Isabella has defied him and remains in France with their son. As the unfortunate messengers of this unhappy news, Sir Baldwin de Furnshill, Keeper of the King’s Peace, and his friend, bailiff Simon Puttock, are instantly dismissed from court. Returning to their homes in Devon, the pair are shocked to find that outlaws now hold sway in the land. As the chaos escalates, the bodies of two clerics are found among a party of travelers, all of them—men, women, and children— savagely murdered. Baldwin and Simon are called to investigate, but when they discover the culprit is a friend of the king, they become wary about accusations of treason. Until, that is, Simon’s own daughter suddenly disappears. Mystery • 384 pp • 6 x 9 9780755344185 • September • $24.95 Cloth • Headline

The King of Thieves In their most dangerous mission yet, Baldwin and Simon must uncover a deadly assassination plot that will change the course of English history. It’s 1325, and Sir Baldwin de Furnshill, Keeper of the King’s Peace and his friend Bailiff Simon Puttock are in France to join Prince Edward and Bishop Walter’s entourage as they make their journey to the palace of the French king, Charles IV. The Prince must make a demeaning submission in order for the English to keep hold of their French territories. Meanwhile, Queen Isabella has been causing a scandal in the French courts with English traitor Roger Mortimer. The Prince’s entourage are delivered into the Queen’s custody, but it becomes clear that they have enemies within the palace walls. Simon and Baldwin soon discover a murderous plot that threatens England’s future. Mystery • 480 pp • 4.5 x 7 • Headline New in Paper: 9780755344178 • January • $8.99 Cloth: 9780755344161 • Available • $24.95

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THE MEDIEVAL MURDERERS “Memorable characters, steadily absorbing period background . . . a commendable achievement.” —Kirkus Reviews “Lively and intelligent . . . set vividly in turbulent medieval England.” —Publishers Weekly “Monks, mists, madness, taverns: the evocation of a strange but familiar Other Britain shrouded in time . . . A must for historical crime buffs.” —Tangled Web The Medieval Murderers are Michael Jecks, Susanna Gregory, Bernard Knight, Ian Morson, Philip Gooden, Simon Beaufort, and C. I. Sansom. They are the authors of The Tainted Relic, Sword of Shame, The Lost Prophecies, and House of Shadows.

King Arthur’s Bones The bones of the legendary king are secreted throughout the centuries in this newest volume from the acclaimed Medieval Murderers. During excavation work at Glastonbury Abbey in the year 1191, an ancient leaden cross is discovered buried several feet below the ground. Inscribed on it are the words Hic iacet sepultus inclitus rex arturius: Here lies buried the renowned King Arthur. Beneath the cross are two skeletons. Could these really be the remains of the legendary King Arthur and his queen, Guinevere? As the monks debate the implications of this extraordinary discovery, the bones are spirited away by the mysterious Guardians, a group determined to keep King Arthur’s remains safe until the legend is fulfilled and he returns to protect his country in the hour of its greatest need. As the secret of the bones’ hiding place is passed from generation to generation, those entrusted to safeguard the king’s remains must withstand treachery, theft, blackmail, and murder in order to keep the legend intact. Mystery • 400 pp • 6 x 9 9781847373465 • September • $14.95 Paper • Simon & Schuster UK

The Lost Prophecies The inexplicable Book of Bran has repercussions for centuries on end in this thrilling medieval mystery. “Absorbing fourth serial historical.” —Publishers Weekly 575 AD: A baby is washed up on the Irish coast and is taken to the nearest abbey. He grows up to become a scholar and a monk, but, in early adulthood, he appears to have become possessed, scribbling endless strange verses in Latin. When the Abbott tries to have him drowned, he disappears. Later, his scribblings turn up as the Book of Bran, his writings translated as portents of the future. Violence and untimely death befall all who come into the orbit of this mysterious book. Mystery • 432 pp • 4.5 x 7 • Pocket Books UK Mass Market Paper Reissue: 9781847391216 • March • $8.99 Paper: 9781847370938 • Available • $16.95

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A PYKE MYSTERY Andrew Pepper “Drips with all the atmospheric detail of a pre-Victorian murder mystery—‘pea-soupers,’ dingy lanterns, and laudanum.” —Times on The Revenge of Captain Paine “Pyke is violent, vengeful and conflicted in the best tradition of detectives. His story takes in grisly murder and torture, and uses 1800s London in the same way that hard-boiled fiction uses Los Angeles as a mirror of a corrupt society.” —Time Out on The Last Days of Newgate Andrew Pepper is the author of The Last Days at Newgate and The Revenge of Captain Paine.

Kill-Devil and Water Pyke returns in a gripping third tale set in the back streets of Victorian London and the cane fields of Jamaica. “In its urgency and rawness . . . goes further than simply clever and diverting literary appropriation.” —Times Literary Supplement In London of 1840, the economy is sliding into recession; gangs of unemployed workers roam the streets; and a murderer prowls the capital's poor neighborhoods. Pyke, still grieving over the death of his wife and struggling to shoulder his responsibilities as a father, is in debtors' prison, having lost his home and reached the edge of bankruptcy. Fitzroy Tilling, now head of the new Metropolitan Police Force gives Pyke his freedom, but in return he must agree to investigate the brutal death of a young biracial woman, who was apparently working as a prostitute. It is not long before another woman turns up dead, and Pyke begins to suspect that he has stumbled on something more sinister, and more far-reaching than the murder of a couple of prostitutes. Pyke's investigation takes him from the London docks to the sugar plantations of Jamaica, from a fading colonial mansion to the back streets of the East End in a struggle against ambitious and ruthless enemies, as well as demons of his own. Mystery • 384 pp • 5 x 8 9780753825976 • January • $15.95 Paper • Phoenix

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BOB SKINNER MYSTERIES Quintin Jardine “A tour de force.” —New York Times on Skinner’s Rules “This gritty, fast-paced mystery will pin even the most squeamish reader to the page.” —Publishers Weekly on Thursday Legends “Jardine excels at coordinating the multiple crimes crucial to a police procedural and setting his coppers against the clock.” —Kirkus Reviews “Jo Bannister, Peter Turnbill, and Ian Rankin can be considered read-a-likes, but when it comes to the depiction of a multilevel police force in action, Jardine . . . stands alone.” —Library Journal on Death's Door

Fatal Last Words It’s no ordinary summer for DCC Bob Skinner as murder mystery leaps from the page into reality in the 19th volume of Quintin Jardine’s outstanding cop series. August in Edinburgh: As Skinner stands on the edge of a career-defining moment and his fiancée—Scotland's First Minister Aileen de Marco—faces a political crisis, a famous figure from another field is found dead. As the mystery deepens, Skinner finds himself crossing swords with an old enemy from the past, while his investigating detectives are faced with the unwelcome complication of a duke’s junkie daughter. Meanwhile a second Scottish celebrity dies violently in Australia. It seems impossible, but could the two be connected? As DCS Mario McGuire heads to Melbourne to investigate, back in Scotland his boss’s big moment is compromised in the most dramatic and unexpected manner, as a famous friendship is shattered forever. Mystery • 384 pp • 6 x 9 9780755329151 • September • $24.95 Cloth • Headline

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THE WESLEY PETERSON MURDER MYSTERIES Kate Ellis “Ellis skillfully interweaves ancient and contemporary crimes in an impeccably composed tale . . . an absorbing plot smoothly blends archaeology with current forensic procedures.” —Publishers Weekly “Cleverly plotted and competently written, providing an engaging glimpse of what life is like for the average small-town British cop . . . pleasantly entertaining and engaging procedural. For fans of the village cozy.” —Booklist “A lively, unfancy prose style, an absorbing story, and believable characters make for a praiseworthy debut.” —Kirkus Reviews “An exciting blend of historical and present-day police procedural . . . Peterson's skill and intuition make this is an involving, adventurous, nicely detailed work for all collections.” —Library Journal

Each story in this series combines an intriguing contemporary murder mystery with a parallel historical case and features archaeology graduate Detective Sergeant Wesley Peterson who fights crime in the mean streets—or mean lanes—of South Devon. Kate Ellis is the author of the Wesley Peterson Murder Mysteries and the new Joe Plantagenet Murder Mysteries and has twice been nominated for the Crime Writers’ Association Short Story Dagger Award. Each: Mystery • 4.5 x 7 • $8.99 Paper • Piatkus Books

The Funeral Boat Peterson and his boss have their hands full in the fourth entry in this wonderfully addictive series of West Country-set crime novels. When a skeleton is discovered on a small farm, DS Wesley Peterson—a keen amateur archaeologist—is intrigued by the possibility that it is a Viking corpse, buried in keeping with ancient traditions. He also has a more urgent crime to solve, namely the recent disappearance of a Danish tourist. His boss Gerry Heffernan believes that the attractive Dane’s disappearance is linked to a spate of brutal robberies, but is her disappearance linked to far older events? 240 pp • 9780749937010 • September

The Bone Garden What is it about Earlsacre Hall that leads people to murder? The ancient gardens of Earlsacre Hall are being excavated by a local team of historians in preparation for plans to recreate the gardens in their former glory. But the dig is called to a halt when two bodies are discovered under a stone plinth. More than 300 years old and buried on top of one another, there is every indication that one of the corpses had been buried alive. Despite the intriguing circumstances, DS Wesley Peterson has little time to indulge in his hobby for archaeology: a man has been found brutally stabbed to death in a trailer at a popular vacation site. There are no clues to the dead man’s identity except for a newspaper cutting about the restoration of Earlsacre. Soon after, the body of local solicitor Brian Willerby is found during a game of village cricket. The post-mortem reveals that his death was caused by being struck by a hard ball several times with some force. Now Wesley must decipher the connection between Earlsacre and the murders before any more victims arise. 240 pp • 9780749937058 • January

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A Painted Doom It seems that the village is not only full of resident celebrities seeking the rural getaway, but also secrets, both ancient and modern. Teenager Lewis Hoxworthy discovers a disturbing painting in a medieval barn that excites archaeologist Neil Watson, who is excavating an ancient manor house nearby. When former rock star Jonny Shellmer is found shot through the head in Lewis’s father’s field and Lewis himself goes missing after contacting a man on the internet, Detective Sergeant Wesley Peterson suddenly faces one of his most intriguing cases yet. Is Jonny’s death linked to Lewis’s disappearance? And does Jonny’s best known song, “Angel,” contain a clue? It soon becomes clear to Neil that the painting—a portrayal of hell and judgment more than half a millennium old—holds the key to the mystery. As events reach a terrifying climax, Wesley has to act swiftly in order to save a young life. 336 pp • 9780749937560 • March

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Seeking the Dead Kate Ellis From the author of the Wesley Peterson Murder Mysteries comes a thrilling new series of hard-nosed mysteries featuring Detective Inspector Joe Plantagenet. A killer who binds and asphyxiates his victims before leaving their naked bodies in isolated country churchyards is on the prowl. The press is calling him the Resurrection Man. DI Joe Plantagenet, a newcomer to the force, faces the unenviable task of identifying the killer before he claims another victim. The victims appear to have nothing in common save the manner of their deaths, but as Joe’s investigations lead him deeper into the case, he is forced to consider the possibility of occult connections. Then Carmel Hennessy, herself new to the town, becomes aware of a malevolent presence in her new apartment and when she starts to receive mysterious threats, it is Joe she turns to first. Joe is forced to get into the mind of a cunning—and scarily ruthless—killer before harm comes to Carmel and events spiral out of control. Mystery • 336 pp • 4.5 x 7 9780749909352 • October • $9.99 Paper • Piatkus Books

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BILL SLIDER MYSTERIES Cynthia Harrod-Eagles “Inspector Bill Slider confirms his place among those intelligent fictional British coppers whose presence guarantees a satisfying read.” —Publishers Weekly “A refreshingly grown-up series.” —New York Times Book Review “A neatly solved puzzle . . . and some of the best cop talk on either side of the Atlantic.” —Kirkus Reviews Cynthia Harrod-Eagles is the bestselling author of the Bill Slider series as well as the Morland Dynasty novels.

The Fourth Bill Slider Omnibus Gone Tomorrow and Dear Departed Books 9 and 10 of the critically acclaimed police procedurals. “The antics of this fascinating supporting cast add humor and spice to another winner in a consistently superb series.” —Booklist on Gone Tomorrow Inspector Bill Slider is called upon to cope with a disfigured corpse grotesquely left in a children’s playground in Gone Tomorrow. His investigation plunges him into the shadow world behind the fashionable facade of Shepherd’s Bush, among the victims of the welfare state and the crime barons who prey on them; a world where no one is who he says he is, and lying to the police is second nature. Slider’s thankless task is to convince the witnesses, against all available evidence, that honesty really is the best policy. And with his lover Joanna away, fate seems suddenly determined to strew his private life with temptations. In Dear Departed, it looks as though Slider has a serial killer in his territory. The Park Killer, as the media so innovatively labels him, attacks his victims in London’s public parks, and when Chattie Cornfield is murdered while out jogging, the pattern fits. But as Slider and Atherton investigate, it is Chattie’s life, rather than the killers, that poses questions. What was she involved with? Where did she spend the last day of her life? And was it love or hate that drove the hooded figure to kill her? Mystery • 576 pp • 5 x 8 9780751539981 • November • $16.95 Paper • Sphere

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A DAN SHEPHERD MYSTERY Stephen Leather “The story builds to a boil . . . It’s a grand finale that’ll have readers on edge. Nicely, and seemingly effortlessly, done.” —Kirkus Reviews on Cold Kill “Leather has a gift for making pages fly by as bodies pile up, tension builds, and clues drop; effective, economical characterizations . . . captivate readers without hampering the rapid-fire narrative.” —Publishers Weekly “Spider Shepherd is my new hero.” —Meg Gardiner, author, The Dirty Secrets Club

Live Fire Spider must infiltrate a team of criminals in order to foil a larger terrorist threat in this taut new Dan Shepherd thriller. Mickey and Mark Moore are ordinary decent criminals—hard men who live by their own code and leaders of a gang that has made millions at the point of a gun. But when Dan “Spider” Shepherd is sent to infiltrate the tightly knit team of bank robbers, he discovers that he has more in common with them then he first thought. And that perhaps being a career criminal isn’t the worst thing in the world. As Shepherd and his Serious Organized Crime Agency colleagues plot the downfall of the Moore brothers, a more sinister threat stalks the streets of London: a group of home-grown Islamic fundamentalist fanatics embark on a campaign of terror the likes of which Britain has never seen. Car bombs and beheadings are only the prelude of what they have planned—and Shepherd is the only man who can stop them. Stephen Leather was a journalist for more than 10 years for such publications as the Daily Mail, the Times, and the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong. His bestsellers have been translated into more than 10 languages. Mystery • 448 pp • 4.5 x 7 9780340921753 (Replaces 9780340921746) • March • $8.99 Paper Hodder & Stoughton

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Last Light Alex Scarrow A knuckle-whitening look at what our future in an oil-poor world could hold, this apocalyptic new thriller depicts in a harrowingly convincing way just how fragile our society really is. “Scarrow keeps his foot on the accelerator in this apocalyptic thriller, which is reminiscent of Frederick Forsyth and John Wyndham.” —Birmingham Post “Scarrow has a real talent for pacing, and he keeps the tension escalating.” —Publishers Weekly on A Thousand Suns It begins on a very normal Monday morning. But in the space of only a few days, the world’s oil supplies have been severed and at a horrifying pace things begin to unravel everywhere. This is no natural disaster—someone is behind this. Oil engineer Andy Sutherland is stranded in Iraq with a company of British soldiers, desperate to find a way home, trapped as the very infrastructure of daily life begins to collapse around him. Back in Britain, his wife Jenny is stuck in Manchester, fighting desperately against the rising chaos to get back to their children in London as events begin to spiral out of control—riots, raging fires, looting, rape, and murder. In the space of a week, London is transformed into an anarchic vision of hell. Meanwhile, a mysterious man is tracking Andy’s family. He’ll silence anyone who can reveal the identities of those behind this global disaster. The people with a stranglehold on the future of civilization have flexed their muscles at other significant tipping points in history, and they are prepared to do anything to keep their secret—and their power—safe. Alex Scarrow is the author of A Thousand Suns. He is the brother of historical novelist Simon Scarrow. Mystery • 496 pp • 4.5 x 7 9780752893273 • September • $9.99 Paper • Orion Publishing

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Unsafe John Connor A gripping novel in the stunning crime series featuring Detective Karen Sharpe. “Compelling.” —Guardian “A first-rate thriller with a terrific climax.” —Sunday Telegraph “Connor introduces a tough Yorkshire female cop in his engrossing debut . . . Sharpe will remind many of a young Jane Tennison—stubborn, angrily vulnerable, and with some of the best instincts on the force.” —Publishers Weekly on Phoenix On the day Karen Sharpe is promoted to detective sergeant, she loses control and attacks a prisoner she is interrogating. Duly suspended, Karen is investigated and seemingly cleared, but more than a year later the incident still casts a long shadow. When the battered body of a young girl is discovered, it kicks off an inquiry that pushes Karen and a trainee, DC Marcus Roth, too close for comfort, both on and off-duty. The investigation leads to Mary Bradley, currently the carer for a helpless six-year-old boy, Andrew Farrar. As the truth of Mary Bradley’s violent past emerges, the inquiry becomes a race against time before Andrew becomes just another one of her child victims. Meanwhile, with the case holding more and more personal resonance for Karen, Marcus discovers that when threatened she has a tendency to ignore the rule book and act on instinct. Before the scores are finally settled Marcus will be wondering whether Karen’s legitimate world and Mary Bradley’s illegitimate one are really any different. John Connor is a former attorney who prosecuted numerous homicide cases and advised the police in numerous drug and organized crime operations, many involving covert activity. He is the author of four previous books in the Karen Sharpe series: Phoenix, The Playroom, A Child’s Game, and Falling. Mystery • 368 pp • 6 x 9 9780752885247 • November • $14.95 Paper • Orion Publishing

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Blood Sunset Jarad Henry Brilliantly plotted, an accomplished and gripping crime novel featuring a hard-nosed detective and a death that was anything but accidental. “Jarad Henry has redefined ‘dangerous,’ and it lurks on the brooding Melbourne streets—full of gangsters, drug dealers, and alley crawlers.” —Crime Down Under When a young runaway is found dead one morning, a syringe hanging out of his arm, no one is terribly shocked. A known junkie, even local detective Rubens McCauley is quick to conclude that Dallas Boyd died of an accidental overdose. But anomalies in the boy’s death— and the haunting memory of a childhood friend—continue to nag at McCauley. Unable to shake his unease, he soon digs deeper into the case and finds himself enmeshed in a secret network of pedophiles, child abusers, and underage prostitutes. Forced to look evil in the eye, McCauley must conquer his own demons as he battles to find justice for a young boy he never even met. Jarad Henry is the author of Head Shot. Mystery • 336 pp • 5 x 8.5 9781741754209 • November • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

Bravo Jubilee Charlie Owen The riotous third novel in Charlie Owen’s acclaimed 1970s police series. “Charlie Owen is a talent . . . the first book since Layer Cake to have an authentic voice that humorously exposes the dark and eccentric world of English street crime.” —Guy Ritchie, director, Snatch “After just three books, the policemen in this wonderful series seem like old friends. Raw, crude, ugly and brazenly real . . . shocking and funny, a great read.” —Guardian Summer 1977: It’s no holiday in the sun in Handstead New Town, a north Manchester overspill. Known to the local cops as Horse’s Arse, it’s preparing to celebrate the Queen’s Silver Jubilee. But lob-in soccer violence, rampant police hooliganism, and an expanding LSD market—there’ll be a riot going on. Local gangAlso available: ster Sercan Ozdemir has underestimated DCI Harrison, head of the CID; blood on the floor in an interview room is all in a day’s work for him. And Ozdemir knows that if his crime family discovers he’s been doing his own thing, they’ll pull his face off. Meanwhile the uniform cops, Psycho, Pizza, the Brothers, Ally, and the others hurl the rule book out of the window and continue to hold the tide of Foxtrot Oscar criminal scum at bay for as long as they can in a town they despise. 9780755336876 • $9.95 Charlie Owen enjoyed a 30-year career as a policeman. He is the author of Horse’s Arse and Foxtrot Oscar. Mystery • 448 pp • 5 x 8 9780755345687 • January • $9.95 Paper • Headline

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DETECTIVE JILL JACKSON MYSTERIES Leah Giarratano Leah Giarratano is a former clinical psychologist who specialized in trauma, sex offenses, and psychopathology. She has assessed and treated survivors of just about every imaginable psychological trauma, including hostages; war veterans; rape, assault, and accident victims; and has worked with police, fire, and ambulance officers. Each: Mystery • 4.5 x 7 • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Bantam Australia

Vodka Doesn’t Freeze Sergeant Jill Jackson must decide which is the greater threat: a serial killer or an elusive ring of sex offenders. “Particularly nasty crime fiction that threatens to keep you awake at night can always be dismissed with . . . ‘It’s only make-believe.’ No such comfort with a debut book by Leah Giarratano.” —Sunday Telegraph When a middle-aged man is brutally murdered in the hills overlooking a children’s pool, it is immediately clear to Sergeant Jill Jackson that someone has stopped a dangerous pedophile in his tracks. Jill is at first ambivalent about pursuing the killer, but when more men die—all of them known to police as child sex offenders—she is forced to admit that a serial killer is on the loose. As the investigation deepens, Jill unearths a long-established pedophile ring, a club of wealthy men who have thought until now that that they were untouchable. As she faces predators and their victims, a psychotherapist losing her mind, and her own nightmares come to life, Jill is forced to decide whether or not she really wants to catch this killer. 336 pp • 9781741668902 • November

Voodoo Doll The thrilling follow-up to Vodka Doesn’t Freeze introduces a machete-wielding psychopath on the loose. Can Sergeant Jill Jackson find the criminal in time? “Compelling from the opening word . . . an excellent second novel, another strong psychological thriller that reveals its strength in the exploration of the damaged mind. Whether it be abuse from childhood or trauma stemming from the horrors of war or loss of a loved one, Voodoo Doll covers them all, resulting in a power-packed story.” —Crime Down Under “Vodka Doesn't Freeze was an exceptional first novel, but Voodoo Doll surpasses it.” —Murder and Mayhem A year after the death of the man who abducted her, Sergeant Jill Jackson has been promoted and is stronger than she’s been in years. With the promotion comes a transfer to a task force targeting gang-related home invasions, a new partner, and some of the grisliest cases Jill has ever encountered. The gang is believed to be responsible for at least five brutal home invasions over the past two months, the most recent culminating in a vicious machete attack that left one of the victims crippled. When the violence escalates to murder, Jill suddenly finds herself hunting a psychopath in a race against time. 320 pp • 9781863255899 • March

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The Equivoque Principle Darren Craske Toying playfully with all the clichés of Victorian adventure stories, this fantastic romp in the spirit of The Vesuvius Club and Glass Books of the Dream Eaters never takes itself too seriously. “Boisterous comedy and hairpin plot twists.” —Times

The title refers to a conjuring move in which a magician forces the unsuspecting audience member to choose a particular card, a trick the author repeats with the plot of the novel itself Dr. Marvello’s Travelling Circus brings a touch of magic and wonder each time it comes to town, but when a series of gruesome murders coincides with their arrival the performers find themselves caught up in some rather sinister goings on. It falls to ringmaster and master conjuror Cornelius Quaint, ably assisted by his Eskimo valet Butter, to investigate the killings and to clear the name of the circus strongman who is being held on suspicion of murder. But Quaint soon finds that these seemingly random killings are inextricably linked and, what is more, that they all point back to a dark secret in his own past. This is Darren Craske’s first novel and the start of the Cornelius Quaint chronicles. Mystery • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9781905548941 • November • $12.95 Paper • The Friday Project

The Editor Mari Hannah Detective Inspector Grace Daniels has just been assigned the biggest case of her career, but it quickly begins to ravel out of control, with potentially deadly results.

The author is currently collaborating with the BBC on a series of scripts based on characters in The Editor Grace Daniels is a career cop, a dedicated, single-minded DI in the murder squad. Unimpeded by any personal relationships, she commands the respect and loyalty of her team and seems destined to break through the glass ceiling of the force. Yet her life is shadowed by the recent death of her mother, her estrangement from her father, and her failure to solve what appears to be a ritual double murder in the parish church of the sleepy village where she grew up. Meanwhile, a prominent businessman is found with his brains spattered over the furnishings of his luxury apartment, and Grace is assigned to the highprofile case as Senior Investigating Officer. But there’s a catch: she knows the victim personally, and though she ought to disclose the connection to her boss, she remains silent. As the investigation is underway, it is soon revealed that there is a mole in Grace’s team, someone working to undermine and discredit her at every opportunity. As the truth emerges it becomes clear that Grace is far more vulnerable than she appears and is mired in the kind of trouble that could deprive her of much more than just her job. Mari Hannah is a former psychotherapeutic counselor for prisoners. Mystery • 320 pp • 5 x 8 9781905802326 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper • Myrmidon Books

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Sherlock Holmes in Russia Translated by Alex Auswaks Introduction by George Piliev Whether it be the ingenious Railroad Thieves or the grim story of The Strangler, these gripping tales will delight every fan of Sherlock Holmes. Thanks to the Sherlockian historian George Piliev and translator Alex Auswaks, this remarkable collection of seven Russian Sherlock Holmes stories is now available in English for the first time. Piliev tells the fascinating story of how these tales came to be written, in the context of the Sherlockian phenomenon in Russia. He explains how Holmes reached an even greater audience when Russian writers decided to transport him and Watson from Baker Street to Russia, on the premise that they traveled widely in the country and became fluent in the language. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson traveled the length of Russia solving the most difficult and unimaginable cases and pursued all the while by an implacable Russian Moriarty. Instead of mainly dealing with murders, these stories are more diverse, covering kidnapping, a strange problem in a shop, theft, and corruption. Alex Auswaks’ novel A Trick of Diamonds was short-listed for a British Crime Writers Association Award. Mystery • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780709080077 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale

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Sherlock Holmes A Reader’s Companion Dan Smith A one-stop guide to all things Sherlock Holmes, including story reviews, character profiles, and little-known facts.

Two major Hollywood films are scheduled for release in 2010, with Sacha Baron Cohen and Robert Downey Jr. in the role of the great detective 2009 is the 150th anniversary of the birth of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Despite being more than 120 years old, Sherlock Holmes remains unchallenged as the world’s preeminent fictional detective, with fans new and old continually delving into his files of baffling mysteries. This expansive volume gathers together an astounding range of Holmesian information that can be read cover to cover or dipped into at random. There are synopses of the four novels and 56 stories; profiles of such beloved characters as Mrs. Hudson—the great detective’s long-suffering landlady—and Lestrade, the perennially baffled Scotland Yard detective; essays discussing themes such as Holmes’s attitude to women and his use of contemporary forensic science; and highlights of the various renditions of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories on screen, including interviews with actors who have played the roles of Holmes and Watson. These articles are accompanied by such visual aids as the classic work of Sidney Paget—who illustrated the original stories in the Strand Magazine— stills from film and television adaptations, cover artwork for the various editions published over the years, and contemporary photographs of the settings of various stories. Dan Smith is a former book editor.

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Literary Criticism • 224 pp • 7.5 x 10.5 • 75 Color Photos • 105 B/W Photos 9781845134587 • January • $27.95 Cloth • Aurum Press

PERENNIAL FORBIDDEN CLASSICS Each: Erotica • 4.5 x 7 • $8.99 Paper • HarperPerennial

“These pocket-sized erotic classics would work well as a Valentine’s gift for the man in your life.” —Harper’s Bazaar

My Secret Life Walter Would you undress with the curtains open? Welcome to the secret world of Walter, a diary of one man’s obsession with the opposite sex. A champagne-drinking Victorian traveler, Walter is lascivious, obnoxious, and possessed of an insatiable sexual appetite. Through a bawdy catalog of indecent scenarios with maids, widows, and wenches, he solicits an indulgent exploration of the flesh. His obsessions, fantasies, and voyeuristic tendencies are explored and revealed within this diary—one of the most famous examples of Victorian erotic literature from the decadent era. Only six copies were initially printed in 1888. Attempts to republish the book resulted in the novel being repeatedly banned. This is a dark work of Victorian erotica, and an explicit memoir of unspoken desires in the English class system—encapsulating the joy of hidden sins in an age of moral fervor. Claiming to have slept with 1,200 women from 27 countries (including every one in Europe), Walter is often referred to as the “English Casanova”—although the author’s true identity still remains a mystery. 286 pp • 9780007300471 • September

Venus in Furs Leopold von Sacher-Masoch What woman could resist a trembling man handing her the whip? Severin is a young Galician nobleman with a secret; he can only love a woman with a ruthless heart, who will rain her whip upon him in a shower of bloody kisses. When he meets Wanda, the wealthy and beautiful widow living in the apartment upstairs, he wonders if she might be the one to help him realize his darkest desires. But Wanda is better than she ever dreamed possible at domination—and soon Severin realizes he is powerless to escape what he has begun. Here, fantasy and reality writhe together in a ceaseless, fraught embrace. First published in 1870, the author defined—and unwittingly gave his own name to—that sexual proclivity we know as masochism in this understated, charged erotic classic. Leopold Von Sacher-Masoch was an Austrian writer of fiction and short stories whose masterpiece inspired a famous song of the same name by the Velvet Underground, and continues to be referred to as a defining work within the realm of erotic literature. 160 pp • 9780007300464 • September

Sadopaideia Anonymous How far is too far? This classic of S & M is much beloved for its convincing depiction of both sides of the equation. Cecil Prendergast has a problem. He has been selected by Muriel Harcourt and her maid as the third dimension in their relationship. The “problem” is that Muriel likes to beat Cecil’s backside with a bamboo cane. Before long, a new master emerges—and Cecil finally asserts his dominance. Through disciplinary scenes, he wages a war of retribution via stinging pleasure and mutual consent—and punishes Muriel, her maid, and Muriel’s two nieces in turn. Here is a shocking, explicit, classic tale of sadomasochism at the heart of English high society. Set in London and the Dorset coast, in an era of English history where corporal punishment was freely dispensed, the characters represent the core principles of disobedience, chastisement, and compliance. Sadopaideia was originally published in 1907, in Paris, within two volumes. The author remains anonymous. 256 pp • 9780007300372 • October

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The Autobiography of a Flea Stanislas de Rhodes Can men of the cloth ever escape temptation? A young maiden, Bella, and her boyfriend Charlie consummate their passion under the moonlight, shrouded in petticoats. Little do they know that someone has been watching them—a priest who blackmails Bella over the sight he has witnessed, enslaving her into a world of sexual subservience. This story is narrated by the smallest voyeur of them all, who uses his size to avenge Bella’s misfortune, revealing the sordid details of a priest’s inner sanctum. Initially published in 1887, this book inspired a film directed by one of the first female pornographic directors from the 1970s. Starring the inimitable John Holmes, it is recognized as a classic example of the X-rated genre. The Autobiography of a Flea was first published anonymously— but was later revealed to be by the London lawyer, Stanislas de Rhodes. 186 pp • 9780007300457 • October

Fanny Hill John Cleland What’s a penniless country girl to do in the big city? Fanny Hill is a blushing country maiden until tragic circumstances force her to seek a new life in London. She is taken in by the motherly Mrs. Brown, but on her first night she receives a rather unorthodox welcome from one of the young ladies in the house—and swiftly gains a much more explicit idea of what is expected in her new role. Fanny takes to carnal pleasures with gusto, and she vividly recalls each lusty encounter and every thrusting conquest, in her saucy, voyeuristic, and thoroughly irresistible memoirs. Scandalizing thousands of Victorians with its vivid descriptions of sexual pleasure, this book landed its author in court a year after publication on charges of “corrupting the King’s subjects.” This only heightened its allure— and today it is still hugely appreciated as a work of true erotic and literary merit. John Cleland wrote Fanny Hill, also known as Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure, in two installments while serving time in prison for debt. In 1749, he was arrested for obscenity, yet denied responsibility for the novel. The book was not officially published again for 100 years. 288 pp • 9780007300419 • November

Venus in India Charles Devereaux To cheat? Or not to cheat? Captain Devereux is posted to India, far away from his beautiful young wife and child, and at first is devastated at the parting. But when he comes across Lizzie Wilson, the wife of one of his fellow officers, her ample bosom and open thighs prove more than enough consolation. And when her husband objects to their dalliances, no matter—for the regiment Colonel’s three young daughters, Fanny, Amy, and Mabel, are more than eager to be initiated into the ways of adult love! Set in colonial Hindustan, each sinuous line in this tale provides proof that tropical heat and erotic lust are perfect bedfellows. Also known as Love Adventures in Hindustan, this story was originally published in Amsterdam in 1889. Captain Charles Devereux is a pseudonym, and is thought most likely to be that of Major Crommelin Henry Ricketts. 304 pp • 9780007300426 • November

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The Way of a Man with a Maid Anonymous Do the best things come to the woman that waits? Jack has built a special place called the Snuggery in a padded room of an old lunatic asylum. Filled with ropes, cushions, straps, and feathers, he chooses Alice to complete the decoration. Imprisoned against her will, she is teased into submission. And in moments of passion, when Jack names her his “wife,” Alice finally surrenders her maidenhead, submitting to the power of his unbridled lust. This is a foray into pleasure, pain, lesbianism, and etiquette—told from the viewpoint of a quintessential Edwardian gent. Having first appeared in Parisian journals around the turn of the century, it is widely acknowledged to be a defining example of the erotic genre, and reveals the dark underbelly of human sexuality. 250 pp • 9780007300396 • December

Justine Marquis de Sade Who suffers in the pursuit of desire? In a Parisian tavern the Countess de Lorsange reveals her history to a young woman named Therese—a story in which a young girl and her sister fight a battle of morality. Set in a period before the French Revolution, Justine shows the battle of virtue versus vice, where earning your keep takes on fresh connotations, and a titled lady holds a lifetime of illicit secrets. De Sade’s first novella, this book was written in 1787 while he was imprisoned for two weeks in the Bastille. Although published anonymously, de Sade was eventually indicted for blasphemy and obscenity (without trial) for its authorship at the behest of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Marquis de Sade was a French aristocrat, revolutionary, and writer of violent pornography. Incarcerated for 32 years of his life in both prisons and asylums, he is famed for his graphic depiction of cruelty within classic titles such as Crimes of Love and One Hundred Days of Sodom. 218 pp • 9780007300440 • January

The Pearl Anonymous Are there really two sides to every story? Follow the story of Beatrice in Volume One, Lady Pokingham, where sordid adventures in the sexual underworld are commonplace, and virginal fantasies, flagellation, and Catholic guilt manifest themselves as streams of erotic poetry. In Volume Two, La Rose d’Amour, a young man is influenced by his lusty young cousins, who invite him to join an illicit club of debauchery and brandy-saturated orgies, where pearl necklaces and see-through negligees are the only dress codes required. These stories are taken from The Pearl (A Magazine of Facetiae and Voluptuous Reading), which was published between 1879 and 1880, and which across its 18-issue lifetime reveled unashamedly in its reputation for salubrious gossip from the upper echelons of society. 304 pp • 9780007300389 • February

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Agent Provocateur: I The Secret Life of I: An Erotic Novella Agent Provocateur No stone goes unturned in one woman’s riotous romp of sexual exploration. No one would know from her outward appearance that beneath the surface of this beautiful, assured woman called I boils a cauldron of the senses. After growing bored with her repetitious life, she decides to explore every aspect of sensual possibility. She tastes the thrill of sex with a stranger, the rewards to be gained from making love to another woman, and the curious arousal which may accompany pain or conflict. The story of I is an intense journey through the erotic zones of the body and the mind. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, she visits places few have dared to experience but many have longed to encounter. Agent Provocateur (AP) is a globally renowned brand. At the heart of the AP philosophy is a profound belief in the intimacy of the experience that they offer—their high-quality designer lingerie is designed to stimulate, enchant, and arouse both wearers and their partners. The company has become a phenomenal success, with fragrance and beauty lines, a shoe line, an awardwinning website, an expanding collection of books, and more than 40 boutiques worldwide. Erotica • 136 pp • 4.5 x 7 9781862057463 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Pavilion

Agent Provocateur: 69 Soixante Neuf Agent Provocateur Full of short stories and titillating illustrations, this sensuous quarter-bound volume of brandnew Agent Provocateur erotic literature is dual-sided to represent the darker and lighter sides of the fantasies within—truly an object of desire.

Agent Provocateur store locations include Boston, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, San Francisco, and Vancouver It’s showtime! Toss aside your latest read and get to grips with the real thing—Agent Provocateur is back with a beautifully bound collection of their most erotic tales yet. Ever ready to please and amuse, these tales of lust and adventure will take you out of your daily life and into the sensuous world of Agent Provocateur. 69 is a flip-sided volume: open the first “pink” half and titillating tales of the boudoir will delight and amuse; turn the book over and delve into the “black” side and tales of a darker nature ensue. Written for the modern woman, these stories allow the reader to live vicariously through the scantily clad and ever-changing erotic world of Agent Provocateur. Positively bursting with erotic short stories to tantalize and enthrall, it will broaden your sexual fantasies, and may even inspire the next adventure. Agent Provocateur (AP) is a globally renowned brand. At the heart of the AP philosophy is a profound belief in the intimacy of the experience that they offer—their high-quality designer lingerie is designed to stimulate, enchant, and arouse both wearers and their partners. The company has become a phenomenal success, with fragrance and beauty lines, a shoe line, an awardwinning website, an expanding collection of books, and with more than 40 boutiques worldwide. Erotica • 288 pp • 6 x 9 9781862058385 • December • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Pavilion

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The Tempest William Shakespeare Illustrations by Oscar Grillo A bold and visually stunning version of Shakespeare’s tale of the revenge of a banished sorcerer. “Oscar Grillo cannot draw a line without it spitting and spiraling into a storm of expressive features and skittering bodies. He IS a tempest, and this adaptation captures the energy and fury of a Globe first-night performance back in the day.” —Dave McKean, filmmaker and artist Featuring spectacular and quirky illustrations, this astounding take on Shakespeare’s famous work reimagines but in no way detracts from the feel of the original. The full text of the play is worked into this thrilling and visually stunning graphic novel. Oscar Grillo is a professional animation director and illustrator. He was awarded the Golden Palm for his work on the film Seaside Women and contributed to the movie Monsters, Inc. Graphic Novels • 144 pp • 7 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior 9781904104056 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper Can of Worms Press

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Classics 62 Great Books from the Iliad to Midnight’s Children Jane Gleeson-White From J. K. Rowling’s love of Jane Austen to J. M. Coetzee, whose “top 10” includes Cervantes and Samuel Beckett, this irresistible companion for all passionate readers explores why “the canon” is for everyone. “What makes a classic? For me, it’s a book I can’t imagine having lived without; a truthful, wholly imagined world, in astonishing language, by a writer unafraid to probe those things that scare us and scar us and make us human.” —Charlotte Wood, author, The Submerged Cathedral Mark Twain defined a literary classic as “something that everybody wants to have read and nobody wants to read.” But what was true in the 19th century doesn’t hold true today. In our uncertain modern times, not only do books considered classics still fill the shelves of many bookshops, but these books continue to exert a powerful influence on contemporary culture—some in obvious ways, such as the film and television adaptations of the works of Homer, Jane Austen, George Eliot, Charles Dickens, and Henry James; other in less obvious ways, through their enduring impact on fellow writers, artists, and musicians. Offering many great contemporary authors’ lists of their favorite classics, this accessible, impassioned, and inspiring guide to the great books of the past and why they still matter will be eagerly embraced and discussed by passionate and grateful readers. Jane Gleeson-White is a freelance book editor, writer, and reviewer. Literary Criticism • 416 pp • 5 x 8 9781741664737 • November • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Vintage Australia

The Yellow Wallpaper and Selected Writings Charlotte Perkins Gilman Introduction by Maggie O’Farrell As powerful today as it was upon publication in 1892, this important, widely anthologized story of a descent into psychosis is presented with several other incisive and often inspiring short works from America’s leading early 20th-century feminist intellectual as well a new introduction from Maggie O’Farrell. “A great work of literature, the product of a questing, burning intellect.” —Maggie O’Farrell, author, The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox

A film version of The Yellow Wallpaper is in development for 2009 release, starring Aric Cushing, Juliet Landau (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), and Dale Dickey (My Name Is Earl and Sordid Lives) “It is stripped off—the paper—in great patches . . . The colour is repellent . . . In the places where it isn’t faded and where the sun is just so—I can see a strange, provoking, formless sort of figure, that seems to skulk about . . .” Based on the author’s own experiences, The Yellow Wallpaper is the chilling tale of a woman driven to the brink of insanity by the “rest cure” prescribed after the birth of her child. Isolated in a crumbling colonial mansion, in a room with bars on the windows, the tortuous pattern of the yellow wallpaper winds its way into the recesses of her mind. In addition to this masterpiece, this new edition includes a selection of her best short fiction and extracts from her autobiography. Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860–1935) was a writer of nonfiction and poetry, an editor, and a feminist theorist. Maggie O’Farrell is the author of After You’d Gone, My Lover’s Lover, and The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox. Fiction/Classics • 384 pp • 5 x 8 9781844085583 • October • $12.95 Paper • Virago UK

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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall Anne Brontë One of the first feminist novels, this challenge to the prevailing morals of the Victorian era was denounced by a critic of the time as “utterly unfit to be put into the hands of girls.” “The title of ‘the first feminist novel’ has been awarded to other books, perhaps with less justice . . . a cracking page-turner.” —Guardian “Frighteningly up-to-date tale of single motherhood and wifebattering.” —Independent When the mysterious and beautiful young widow Helen Graham becomes the new tenant at Wildfell Hall, rumors immediately begin to swirl around her. As her neighbor Gilbert Markham comes to discover, Helen has painful secrets buried in her past that even his love for her cannot easily overcome. Anne Brontë (1820– 1849) was the youngest of the Brontë children. She worked as a governess and, along with Charlotte and Emily, published Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell. She is also the author of Agnes Grey. Fiction • 272 pp • 5 x 8 9780099529668 • September $12.95 Paper

The Adventures and Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes Arthur Conan Doyle Introduction by David Peace A dozen stories each make up The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, collected here in volume. Sherlock Holmes’s most memorable and intriguing cases are collected here, including adventures with mysterious masked strangers, ingenious heists, murderous plots, and hidden jewels, which take the famous detective and his faithful sidekick Dr. Watson from the streets of London and the English countryside to a chilling encounter at the Reichenbach Falls in Switzerland. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) produced more than 30 books, 150 short stories, poems, plays and essays across a wide range of genres. His most famous creation is the detective Sherlock Holmes. David Peace is the author of Tokyo Year Zero. Mystery • 512 pp • 5 x 8 9780099529675 • September $14.95 Paper

The Complete Sherlock Holmes Arthur Conan Doyle Introduction by P. D. James Celebrating Arthur Conan Doyle’s 1 5 0 t h a n n ive r s a r y, t h i s l u x u r y edition collects all the investigations and adventures of the world’s most popular detective. “Sherlock Holmes is the very foundation stone of the edifice that is crime fiction.” —Times From “The Adventure of the Gloria Scott” to “His Last Bow” we follow the illustrious career of this quintessential British hero from his university days to his final case. Sherlock Holmes’s efforts to uncover the truth take him all over the world and into conflict with all manner of devious criminals and dangerous villains, but thankfully his legendary powers of deduction and his faithful companion Dr. Watson are more than up to the challenge. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) produced more than 30 books, 150 short stories, poems, plays and essays across a wide range of genres. P. D. James is an award-winning author whose titles include Death in Holy Orders, The Lighthouse, and The Murder Room. Mystery • 1,136 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780099529934 • September $45.00 Cloth

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Hard Times Charles Dickens Illustrations by Frederick Wakj Dickens resolved to “strike the heaviest blow in my power” for those who labored in horrific conditions, and the result, this state-of-the-nation novel, was praised by George Orwell for its “generous anger.” The children at Mr. Gradgrind’s school are sternly ordered to stifle their imaginations and pay attention only to cold, hard reality. They live in a smoky, troubled industrial town where entertainment is hard to come by and resentments run deep. The effects of Gradgrind’s teaching on his own children, Tom and Louisa, are particularly profound and leave them illequipped to deal with the unpredictable desires of the human heart. Luckily for them they have a friend in Sissy Jupe, the child of a circus clown, who retains her warm-hearted, compassionate nature despite the pressures around her. This classic includes illustrations by Frederick Walker. Charles Dickens (1812–1870) is considered one of the English language’s greatest writers. Fiction • 284 pp • 5 x 8 4 B/W Illustrations 9780099518921 • September $11.95 Paper

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The Mystery of Edwin Drood Charles Dickens Introduction by Matthew Pearl Dickens’ unfinished last novel has afforded literary critics and mystery lovers the opportunity to solve the puzzle for themselves—and the transcript of a very special trial is included. The story of the fate of Edwin Drood is a mystery within a mystery. When young Edwin disappears after dinner on Christmas Eve and his watch and chain are later found in the nearby river, everyone suspects foul play. Could one of Edwin’s acquaintances have murdered him—and, if so, what could their motive be? And how does this shocking event in a quiet cathedral town connect to the opium dens of London? Tragically, the mystery is destined never to be truly solved, as Dickens died before he could finish this novel— all that is left are the clues that can be found in the completed chapters. Charles Dickens (1812–1870) is considered one of the English language’s greatest writers. Matthew Pearl is the author of The Dante Club, The Last Dickens, and The Poe Shadow. Mystery • 354 pp • 5 x 8 13 B/W Illustrations 9780099518891 • September $14.95 Paper

The Pickwick Papers Charles Dickens Illustrations by Robert Seymour and Phiz First serialized under the title The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club when its author was only in his mid-20s, this early comic work is lighter and more episodic than many of Dickens’ later novels. “Dickens writes as though he were talking to us after dinner, in turns funny, bitter, eloquent, and sad.” —John Mortimer, author, Rumpole of the Bailey Dickens’ first novel was a huge success when it was first published. It tells the tale of the irrepressible Mr. Pickwick and his fellow Pickwick Club members who travel around the English countryside getting into all kinds of scrapes and adventures. Funny, warm-hearted, and full of memorable and engaging characters, this is an enchanting novel that continues to delight readers today. Charles Dickens (1812–1870) is considered one of the English language’s greatest writers. Fiction • 804 pp • 5 x 8 35 B/W Illustrations 9780099518884 • October $12.95 Paper

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Sonnets

The Red House Mystery

William Shakespeare

A. A. Milne

“Dante and Shakespeare divide the modern world between them, there is no third.” —T. S. Eliot

Beautifully reissued for a whole new audience of Milne fans and crime lovers alike, a classic crime story from the world-famous author of Winniethe-Pooh.

“The great master who knew everything . . . an unspeakable source of delight.” —Charles Dickens Shakespeare’s sonnets are lyrical, haunting, beautiful, and often breathtaking, representing one of the finest bodies of poetry ever penned. They demonstrate the writer’s skill in capturing the full range of human emotions within a carefully prescribed form and creating something unique in every one. Some are familiar— Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?—others unexpected, but together they form an extraordinary meditation on the nature of love, lust, beauty, and time. William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world’s preeminent dramatist. Poetry • 176 pp • 5 x 8 9780099518860 • October $10.95 Paper

Far from the gentle slopes of the Hundred Acre Wood lies the Red House, the setting for A. A. Milne’s only detective story, where secret passages, uninvited guests, a sinister valet, and a puzzling murder lay the foundations for a classic crime caper. When the local police prove baffled, it is up to a guest at a local inn to appoint himself “Sherlock Holmes” and, together with his friend and loyal “Watson,” delve deeper into the mysteries of the dead man. This classic example of Golden Age crime writing is a lost gem from a time before Tigger and a perfectly crafted whodunit with witty dialogue, deft plotting, and a most curious cast of characters. A. A. Milne (1882– 1952) is best known for When We Were Very Young and Winnie-the-Pooh. Mystery • 224 pp • 5 x 8 9780099521273 • November $12.95 Paper

Three Men in a Boat Jerome K. Jerome Illustrations by Vic Reeves Produced to celebrate Jerome K. Jerome’s 150th birthday, this edition features 30 original illustrations by comedian and artist Vic Reeves. “I fell out of bed laughing at Three Men in a Boat.” —Guardian What could be more relaxing than a refreshing holiday on the river with your two best friends and faithful canine companion, Montmorency? However, as J. discovers, there is more to life on the waves than meets the eye—including navigational challenges, culinary disasters, and heroic battles with swans, kettles, and tins of pineapple. Jerome K. Jerome’s delightful novel has kept readers smiling for years and his prose has found a perfect partner in Vic Reeves’s glorious and witty illustrations. Jerome K. Jerome (1859–1927) is the author of Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow and the sequel to Three Men in a Boat, Three Men on the Bummel. Vic Reeves is an English comedian, best known for his double act with Bob Mortimer. Fiction • 240 pp • 5 x 8 9780099511694 • November $19.95 Cloth

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Vanity Fair William Makepeace Thackeray “Deserves its spot in the top 10 if only for the wonderful Becky Sharp.” —Sarah Waters, in “Sarah Waters’s top 10 Victorian novels,” Guardian “Sharp, brilliant, touching, clever, and cruel, with an unforgettable heroine.” —Joanna Trollope, author, Marrying the Mistress “I think I could be a good woman if I had five thousand a year.” Becky Sharp is a poor orphan when she first makes friends with the lovely Amelia Sedley at Miss Pinkerton’s Academy for Young Ladies. She may not have the natural advantages of her companion but she more than makes up for it with her wit, charm, deviousness, and determination to make a success of herself whatever the cost. The story of Becky’s spectacular rise and fall sees her gamble, manipulate, and seduce her way through high society and the Napoleonic wars. William Makepeace Thackeray (1811– 1863) was a satirist who wrote such works as Catherine, The FitzBoodle Papers, The Luck of Barry Lyndon, and The Snobs of England before he published his masterpiece, Vanity Fair, in 1847. Fiction • 768 pp • 5 x 8 9780099518938 • November $12.95 Paper

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The Count of Monte Cristo Alexandre Dumas “A piece of perfect storytelling.” —Robert Louis Stevenson “The Napoleon of story-tellers.” —Washington Post “The greatest of escape stories.” —Guardian Imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit, Edmond Dantès spends 14 bitter years in a dungeon. When his daring escape plan works he uses all he has learned during his incarceration to mastermind an elaborate plan of revenge that will bring punishment to those he holds responsible for his fate. No longer the naïve sailor who disappeared into the dark fortress all those years ago, he reinvents himself as the charming, mysterious, and powerful Count of Monte Cristo. Alexandre Dumas (1802–1870) wrote plays, travel books, children’s stories, memoirs, and novels, including The Three Musketeers. Fiction • 1488 pp • 5 x 8 9780099518945 • January $15.95 Paper

Kidnapped Robert Louis Stevenson A stirring adventure and classic coming-of-age story set around 18thcentury Scottish events. “It stands as one of Robert Louis Stevenson’s most compelling works . . . a novel you want to press on people, knowing they’ll love it.” —Ian Rankin, author, Resurrection Men When young David Balfour is orphaned he discovers some surprising truths about his family. His meeting with his uncle Ebenezer turns out to have disastrous consequences leading to kidnap and imprisonment on board a ship bound for the Carolinas. However, the voyage is full of incident and after violent conflict and a shipwreck, David finds himself in a daredevil chase across the Scottish Highlands in the company of the irrepressible warrior Alan Breck Stewart. Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) was a novelist, poet, and travel writer whose other titles include The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Treasure Island. Fiction • 336 pp • 5 x 8 9780099518969 • January $12.95 Paper

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A Study in Scarlet Arthur Conan Doyle Introduction by Mark Billingham The first Holmes novel is presented with “A Scandal in Bohemia,” Doyle’s first Holmes short story.

Jane Eyre

North and South

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“A wonderful Sherlock Holmes story from its sparkling first pages.” —Times When Dr. Watson ends up renting rooms in Baker Street with the eccentric Sherlock Holmes, he finds that he has let himself in for a great deal more than he imagined. He is called upon to help the budding detective solve a perplexing mystery, involving a dead body found in a locked room. Although the body shows no signs of having been attacked Holmes is convinced that a murder has been committed. As Watson looks on, he uses his exceptional powers of deduction to unravel a case that involves both kidnapping and thwarted love. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) produced more than 30 books, 150 short stories, poems, plays, and essays across a wide range of genres. His most famous creation is the detective Sherlock Holmes, who he introduced in his first novel A Study in Scarlet. Mark Billingham is the author of Lazybones and Sleepyhead. Mystery • 160 pp • 5 x 8 9780099530534 • February $8.95 Paper

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Pride and Prejudice

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A Dark Stranger Julien Gracq Translated by Christopher Moncreiff A new translation of a modern classic from the author whom Nicholas Sarkozy, called one of the greatest French writers of the 20th century. “Gracq’s position in modern French literature rests on his remarkable prose. He was one of the great stylists of his century, a writer with a carnal relation to words, capable of extraordinary and hallucinatory evocative power.” —Times “They are singular achievements: disturbing, delicate and written in a classical style that is endlessly sensuous and inviting.” —Los Angeles Times on Gracq’s novels Two lovers arrive at a seaside hotel in 1920s Brittany. The other guests soon become obsessed with the man, the equivocal unsettling Allan. One by one they realize who he is—that death has come to spend the summer with them. Amid the ceaseless thunder of the waves, the wild and often surreal Breton landscape, the group that gravitates around Allan—an uncannily contemporary figure—gradually disintegrates. His death seems to symbolize the end of a generation, the approach of war. That Gracq wrote this oblique, prescient novel in a remote German prisoner-of-war camp makes its carefree jazz age setting particularly poignant. Staunchly avoiding the French literary scene—he refused the Prix Goncourt in 1951—Julien Gracq (1910–2007) is one of the few authors to be published in the Pléiade during his lifetime. Fiction • 270 pp • 5 x 8 9781901285826 • October • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Pushkin Press

Fists Pietro Grossi Translated by Howard Curtis In the first English translation of an important new generation Italian author, three short stories of everyday life present characters bound together by fate and struggling to find a meaning in human existence. Three stories present three portraits of young men learning the realities of adult life. Boxing takes us into the world of gyms, a world of bodies and nerves stretched to the limit, of sacrifice and challenge. Two young men confront each other in the fight of their lives: one of them is well-to-do, a model student whose his skills have never been put to the test; the other, although poor and deaf, is stubborn, determined, and wins fights easily. Now they face the ultimate test—the encounter on which not only their present but also their future depends. Horses presents into the wide open spaces of the countryside. Here, two brothers, both given horses by their father, confront each other sensing that two different destinies are opening up for them. The Monkey is about the fragility of identity, the desire to escape it and disappear. When Nico discovers that his boyhood friend Piero has made the sudden, shocking decision to become a monkey, he is led to question the basis on which he has lived his own life. Fists is Pietro Grossi’s second book for which he won the Premio Cocito Monta d’Alba prize. Howard Curtis is a recipient of the John Florio Italian Translation Prize of the Translators’ Association of Great Britain and has been short-listed for the Independent Foreign Fiction Prize. Fiction • 190 pp • 5 x 8 9781906548070 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Pushkin Press

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Wondrak and Other Stories Stefan Zweig These three stories all concern Zweig’s strong antiwar feelings following World War I. “One hardly knows where to begin in praising Zweig’s work. One gets the impression that he actively preferred to write about women, and about the great moral crises that send shivers down the spines of polite society.” —Guardian “In the 1920s and 1930s, Stefan Zweig was one of the most famous writers in the world. Thanks to the enterprising Pushkin Press, it is now possible to read the novellas on which his reputation must finally depend.” —Times Literary Supplement The artist Ferdinand, central figure of Compulsion, partly reflects Zweig’s own experience. In the Snow tells of the plight of a group of Jews who freeze to death while trying to escape a medieval pogrom. In Wondrak, a woman, disfigured since birth, attempts to save her only child from being drafted into the military. In this newly available English translation, the reader discovers Zweig’s essential humanist preoccupations—his compassion toward human suffering, his horror of war and his faith in idealism, generosity, and love—values that can, in an instant, illuminate an entire existence. Stefan Zweig (1881–1942) was the author of Amok & Other Stories, Casanova, Confusion, Fantastic Night & Other Stories, and Twilight. Fiction • 120 pp • 5 x 8 9781901285864 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Pushkin Press

Letters to Isabella Stewart Gardner Henry James A collection of letters Henry James exchanged with a close friend and influential patron of the arts. Surrounded by artists, writers, and musicians who constituted her court in Boston as in Venice, Isabella Stewart Gardner, a passionate art collector with enormous funds, was as revered and sought after as royalty. Henry James had a real affection for her, and was inspired by the rich and powerful Mrs. Gardner and her magnificent pearls, as well as by the Palazzo Barbaro in Venice, for his novel The Wings of the Dove. Mrs. Gardner was to recreate a larger-than-life version of Palazzo Barbaro in Boston, which is now the Isabella Gardner Museum. These letters also add another dimension to what we know of Henry James’s long relationship with Venice and the Palazzo Barbaro. Henry James (1843–1916) was a voluminous writer best known for such novels as The Bostonians, The Portrait of a Lady, The Turn of the Screw, and Washington Square. Literary Collections • 215 pp • 5 x 8 9781901285833 • November • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Pushkin Press

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Gulliver’s Travels Jonathan Swift Foreword by Jeremy Paxman Both a parody of traveler’s tales and a satire of human nature, this classic is a brilliant combination of adventure, hilarity, and philosophy. Shipwrecked and cast adrift, Lemuel Gulliver wakes to find himself on Lilliput, an island inhabited by little people, whose height makes their quarrels over fashion and fame seem ridiculous. His subsequent encounters—with the crude giants of Brobdingnag, the philosophical Houyhnhnms and brutish Yahoos—give Gulliver new insights into human behavior. Swift’s savage satire views mankind in a distorted hall of mirrors as a diminished, magnified, and bestial species, presenting us with an uncompromising reflection of ourselves. Jonathan Swift (1667–1745) was one of the most influential political writers of his time. He is best remembered for Gulliver’s Travels and the political satire A Modest Proposal. 416 pp • 9780955915628 • September • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

My Name Is Aram William Saroyan A classic portrayal of the immigrant experience, this short story collection is a landmark reprint from a master writer of the 20th century. First published to international acclaim in 1940, this is a collection of semiautobiographical stories about a boy of Armenian descent called Aram Garoghlanian and is set in Fresno, California. The book is like a novel in that the stories all involve the same character and are placed in a roughly chronological order; the first story takes place when Aram is nine years old, the last when he is a young man leaving his hometown for the first time. From bickering grandparents presiding over a family meeting to the time the circus came to town, each episode vibrates with warmth and humor, building a rich portrait of Aram’s large family and of the immigrant experience in general. This utter delight of a book is as easy to read today as it was when it was published almost 70 years ago. William Saroyan (1908–1981) was born in California and was of Armenian-American descent. Saroyan’s mixed ancestry shaped his career as a writer. My Name Is Aram is widely considered his masterwork. 160 pp • 9780955915635 • September • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

Silas Marner George Eliot Foreword by Jane Feaver First published in 1861, this classic combines humor and rich symbolism with a historically precise setting to create an extraordinary tale of love and hope. Falsely accused and cut off from his past, Silas the weaver is reduced to a spider-like existence, endlessly weaving his web and hoarding his gold. Meanwhile, Godfrey Cass, son of the squire, contracts a secret marriage. While the village celebrates Christmas and New Year, two apparently inexplicable events occur. Silas loses his gold and finds a child on his hearth. The imaginative control George Eliot displays as her narrative gradually reveals causes and connections has rarely been surpassed. George Eliot (1819–1880) is one of the greatest English novelists. Her works include Adam Bede, Middlemarch, and The Mill on the Floss. Jane Feaver is the author of the novel According to Ruth. 272 pp • 9780955915680 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

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Incandescence Craig Nova Foreword by William Boyd Filled with black humor, a gripping story of a bad decision from an acclaimed novelist. “[Nova’s fiction] is so powerful, so alive, it is a wonder that turning its pages doesn’t somehow burn one’s hands.” —New York Times Stargell had it all: a prestigious job at a think tank; a beautiful Greek wife; and money enough to indulge his expensive tastes. But when he loses his job for using the think tank’s computer to play the horses, his life starts taking a very definite turn for the worse. Suddenly he’s broke, his wife is going crazy, and a very determined Lower East Side loan shark has his number. In the midst of all this danger and chaos, however, the resilient and darkly comic Stargell pushes his limits while playing it by ear. Stargell is sustained by those rare moments of redeeming grace when every experience feels vital and valuable, when even in the darkest moments. Craig Nova is the award-winning author of 11 novels, including Cruisers, The Good Son, and Trombone, and his writing has appeared in Esquire, Men’s Journal, the New York Times Magazine, and Paris Review. He lives in Putney, Vermont. 264 pp • 9780955960239 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

Shirley’s Guild David Pryce-Jones Foreword by Julie Myerson A young girl’s apparent supernatural powers cause a chain of unimaginable events. In an otherwise quiet village, a little girl with red hair and freckles named Shirley inspires a chain of events that cannot be explained by reason or scientific enquiry. Parents, friends, and neighbors are convinced by Shirley—often in spite of themselves—until everyone is swept away into a belief in the child’s miraculous power. The founding of Shirley’s Guild, designed to support the young girl, prompts a crusade as well as a national scandal, and Shirley’s godmother— the girl’s chief interpreter and witness—becomes responsible for scenes unimaginable since the Dark Ages. This striking novel offers an insight into the human need for beliefs and causes, however irrational. David Pryce-Jones is the author of nine novels, including Safe Houses and You Can’t Be too Careful, as well as several works of nonfiction, among them Betrayal and The Closed Circle. 156 pp • 9780955960246 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

We, The Accused Ernest Raymond Foreword by Clive Stafford Smith A painfully up-close novel of a man’s calculated murder of his wife, and the gripping results. “I read this novel when it was first published and can remember clearly what an impression it left on me.” —P. D. James “The man-hunt, the trial, the last terrible moments are unforgettable.” —Daily Mirror Paul Presset cannot resist an open opportunity to rid himself of his overbearing wife. This powerful and haunting novel traces the dawn of motive in his mind through the murder and resulting manhunt, arrest, trial, and a final, terrible culminating scene. Ernest Raymond (1888– 1974) was a writer and novelist, best known for his 1922 novel Tell England. 512 pp • 9780955960253 • February • $15.95 (Can $17.95)

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Canterbury Tales Geoffrey Chaucer Translated by Christopher Lauer A selection of the most beloved of Chaucer’s famous tales, featuring a lively and accessible new translation. Unfinished at the time of Chaucer’s death, this inimitable collection of fables, romances, and sermons has ingrained itself in the English imagination. As a motley crowd of pilgrims— from nun to knight, miller to monk, clerk to cook—journey from London to Canterbury to visit the shrine of St. Thomas Becket, they pass the time by telling each other stories. Narrated with a vast variety of tones and featuring themes ranging from the Knight’s traditional tale of courtly romance to the bawdy wit of the Wife of Bath, the tales form a varied patchwork of English life with echoes of classical and medieval literature. This thoroughly edited and extensively annotated edition contains a selection of the most popular tales. Geoffrey Chaucer (1343–c1400) is known as the father of English literature for his use of the English vernacular in literature. 660 pp • 9781847490209 • September • $16.95 (Can $18.95)

Immensee and Other Stories Theodor Storm Translated by B. Q. Morgan and F. M. Voigt A collection of entrancing tales from one of German Romanticism’s finest storytellers. In Immensee, an old man reminisces fondly upon his youth and unfulfilled love, his monologue evoking a reality that is veiled and haunted by dreams and illusion. This engaging volume also contains Viola Tricolor, the delightful story of a woman coming to terms with her stepdaughter, and Curator Carsten, a somber account of a young man falling into a life of debauchery. Theodor Storm (1817–1888) was a German poet and writer whose works include The Rider on the White Horse and Carsten the Trustee. 150 pp • 9781847491077 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

The Woman in the Case Anton Chekhov Translated by April Fitzlyon and Kyril Zinovieff A collection of lesser-known short stories from the great Russian author and playwright. Ranging from absurd, humorous sketches to psychological pieces and tragic stories, this eclectic selection of works demonstrates Anton Chekhov’s mastery of genre writing. Although varying in tone and purpose, these tales share a profound and subtle understanding of the human condition in all of its farcical and melancholy aspects. Anton Chekhov (1860–1904) was a short story writer, but is perhaps best known for his plays, among them The Cherry Orchard, The Seagull, Three Sisters, and Uncle Vanya. April Fitzlyon has translated the world of Emile Zola and is the author of biographies of Lorenzo Da Ponte and Pauline Viardot. Kyril Zinovieff has previously translated Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina. 200 pp • 9781847490810 • December • $15.95 (Can $17.95)

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Persuasion Jane Austen Austen’s last complete novel of love revisited, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. When Anne Elliot chances upon Captain Wentworth, a suitor she was persuaded to reject seven years earlier, she begins to reflect upon her past decisions and contemplate her marital future. Vividly depicting the society holiday towns of Lyme Regis and Bath and infused with its author’s trademark wit, this is an entertaining and enduring account of the dilemmas facing young women. Thoroughly annotated, this edition also includes a review of Jane Austen’s life and works, complete with anecdotes and critical perspectives. Jane Austen (1775–1817) was a renowned novelists whose best-known works include Persuasion, Pride and Prejudice, and Sense and Sensibility. 272 pp • 16 B/W Illustrations • 9781847490797 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

Love and Friendship Jane Austen Written in Austen’s early teens, a compilation of pieces containing all the wry humor, shrewd observation, and satirical insight of Emma or Pride and Prejudice. These inventive and entertaining pieces display the genesis of the wit and imagination of Jane Austen’s mature fiction, and are by turns amusing, acerbic, and occasionally downright silly. The stories Love and Friendship and Lesley Castle provide parodies of the gentry and the fashionable idea of sensibility of the time, while A History of England is a lively chronicle of English monarchic history. Also included in this collection are The Three Sisters, Catharine, and the series of vignettes known as A Collection of Letters. Jane Austen (1775–1817) was a renowned novelists whose best-known works include Persuasion, Pride and Prejudice, and Sense and Sensibility. 200 pp • 8 B/W Photos • 9781847490926 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

Diaries of Adam and Eve Mark Twain Mark Twain’s brilliant characterization of the world’s first humans, featuring additional materials from the author. “The father of American literature.” —William Faulkner This gloriously funny dialogue between the first man and woman is presented along with a number of other Twain pieces on Adam and Eve—including excerpts from his letters and diaries— as well as extracts from Eve’s autobiography. By giving a voice to Adam and Eve and hitting all the notes on the literary scale—from the intimate to the comical, from the journalistic to the idyllic—this classic volume displays the brilliance and wit for which Mark Twain is rightly considered one of the greatest satirists of all time. Samuel Langhorne Clemens (1835–1910), better known by the pen name Mark Twain, was an American humorist, satirist, social critic, lecturer, and writer. Twain is most noted for his novels The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. 192 pp • 9781847490902 • October • $11.95 (Can $13.95)

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Elective Affinities Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Translated by H. M. Waidson An upright couple must resolve their mutual desire for adultery in this novel noted for its revolutionary content and structure. “The boldest and deepest novel of adultery produced by the moral culture of the West.” —Thomas Mann Baron Eduard and his second wife Charlotte enjoy a quiet, humdrum existence in their opulent castle. When he invites his friend the captain and she invites her niece Ottilie to stay with them, both hosts’ lives turn inside out when they begin to feel attracted to their guests. Juxtaposing social interactions with scientific principles, this unique novel illustrates the typically Romantic concern of the individual coming to terms with society. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749–1832) is widely considered the founder of modern German literature. His best-known literary works include Faust and The Sorrows of Young Werther. H. M. Waidson has previously translated Goethe as well as other German and Swiss authors. Classics • 220 pp • 9781847490988 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

A Slight Misunderstanding Prosper Mérimée Translated by Douglas Parmée A masterpiece of psychological insight and a minutely observed social satire from the author of Carmen. Trapped in an unhappy marriage with a boorish, inattentive, and socially ambitious husband, Julie de Chaverny enjoys a flirtatious dalliance with the elegant Major de Châteaufort. However, the sudden reappearance of an old admirer who has returned from Turkey— along with a tale of breathtaking derring-do and chivalry to add to his charms—reawakens in Julie a forgotten passion. She pursues a rash and dangerous course of action, one that will have tragic consequences. Prosper Mérimée (1803–1870) was a French author and playwright. He is best known for his novella Carmen, which became the basis of George Bizet’s opera of the same name. Douglas Parmée is the author of Chamfort and has translated the work of Gustave Flaubert, Jules Valles, and several other French authors. Fiction • 150 pp • 9781847490766 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

Memoirs of a Good-for-Nothing Joseph von Eichendorff Translated by Ronald Taylor Featuring a poetic investigation into nature and existence, this is an acclaimed blend of bildungsroman and love story. “Eichendorff breathes the purity of the fairy tale and the folk song . . . a blithe and happy symbol, touching in his modesty, of a true humanity, a cultured, Romantic humanity.” —Thomas Mann Following a row with his father, a young man leaves home, and—following a series of picturesque wanderings—eventually finds love with the girl of his dreams. Deeply imbued with the style of German Romanticism, this classic story is at once an exhilarating romp and an exemplary distillation of 19th-century thought. Joseph von Eichendorff (1788–1857) is best known for his Romantic poetry and prose tales. Ronald Taylor is a scholar and author who specializes in German intellectual history. Fiction • 128 pp • 9781847490827 • December • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

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Gulliver’s Travels Jonathan Swift Jonathan Swift’s famous and biting faux travelogue featuring a hapless sailor and his varied hosts. Shipwrecked on an unknown island, Lemuel Gulliver wakes to find himself surrounded by its six-inch natives, the Lilliputians. But this is only the first in a long line of wonderful lands Gulliver visits. His adventures take him to Brobdingnag, populated by a race of giants; Luggnagg, home to the eternally ageing Struldbrugs; and the country of the Houyhnhnms, inhabited by benevolent talking horses. Parodying the immensely popular travel novels of its time, Gulliver’s Travels is not only a tour de force in imaginative and comical writing, but also a masterly, merciless satire on western society and human nature. Jonathan Swift (1667–1745) was a noted author, poet, political activist, and an ordained priest of the Church of Ireland. He is best known for his works of satire, including A Modest Proposal. 256 pp • 9781847490889 • November • $11.95 (Can $13.95)

Heart of Darkness Joseph Conrad Conrad’s revolutionary novel of race, imperialism, and madness, accompanied by his Congo Diary and Up-River Book, written during his own African travels. On a boat near the estuary of the Thames, Marlow tells his traveling companions of his reconnaissance expedition for a Belgian trading company to its most remote outpost in central Africa. He had been sent to find the elusive Kurtz, a brilliant idealist gone rogue. Marlow’s account relates not only the perils he encounters on his quest, but also the deterioration of his state of mind as he is confronted with a world that is hostile and alien. Renowned for its stylistic boldness and dramatic descriptions, this is a stark yet subtle examination of the powers of the subconscious and the workings of Western imperialism. This volume also contains Conrad’s Congo Diary and Up-River Book, the journal he kept and notes he took while traveling in Africa. Joseph Conrad (1857–1924) was a Polish-born English writer and one of the leading figures of the Modernist movement. 192 pp • 9781847490896 • September • $11.95 (Can $13.95)

Travels in the South of France Stendhal Translated by Elisabeth Abbott Featuring engravings from its first edition, a captivating travelogue from one of France’s greatest authors. First published posthumously, Stendhal’s travel notes on his 1838 journey to southern France contain descriptions of cities such as Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Marseilles that are peppered by numerous personal digressions, anecdotes, and cultural musings. A captivating and pioneering work of the travel-writing genre, it provides an illuminating perspective on the south of France in the 19th century and the phenomenon of tourism in general. Stendhal (1783–1842), the pen name of Marie-Henri Beyle, is most famous for his two realist masterpieces, The Charterhouse of Parma and The Red and the Black. Elisabeth Abbott has previously translated the work of numerous French and Italian authors. 228 pp • 8 B/W Illustrations • 9781847491121 • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95)

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Paul Morel D. H. Lawrence Available for the first time, an early draft of Sons and Lovers, one of the 20th century’s most poignant novels, accompanied by supporting materials and notes. Full of powerful, spontaneous, dramatic writing, this early version of D. H. Lawrence’s popular autobiographical novel Sons and Lovers contains more humor, charm, raw violence, and nervous energy than its finalized counterpart. It contains many discarded episodes, some of them stories from Lawrence’s childhood that are not recorded anywhere else. This volume also includes documents written by Lawrence’s girlfriend Jessie Chambers—the model for Miriam—in which she gives Lawrence hostile criticisms and writes out her own versions of some episodes. A fragment of a novel about Lawrence’s mother’s childhood, facsimiles of manuscript pages, maps, and scholarly notes are also provided. D. H. Lawrence (1885– 1930) was as a pioneer of English Modernism and is best known for his novels Lady Chatterley’s Lover, The Rainbow, and Women in Love. 228 pp • 9781847491190 • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95)

The Fox D. H. Lawrence A man and an animal besiege the owners of a small farm in this dramatic and taut tale. Nellie March and Jill Banford manage an ailing Berkshire farm, a task which is made all the more complicated by the frequent rampages of a local fox through their chicken coop. When a young soldier turns up and begins to wrest control of the farm by asserting his own ideas for its management, the two women must find ways to react to this new fox in their midst. This is a potent study of the question of power and authority, and a realistic portrayal of England around the beginning of the Great War. D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) was as a pioneer of English modernism and is best known for his novels Lady Chatterley’s Lover, The Rainbow, and Women in Love. 150 pp • 9781847490964 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

The Black Spider Jeremias Gotthelf Translated by H. M. Waidson Moral corruption in a small town leads to horrendous consequences in this masterly tale of terror and suspense. After one of their own members repeatedly fails to live up to a pact with the Devil, a petty and morally bankrupt village community is terrorized by a succession of deadly black spiders. First published in 1842, this haunting cautionary novella shrewdly dissects the iniquitous social dynamics of rural life through the use of dark satire and realism. Jeremias Gotthelf (1797–1854), the pen name for Albert Bitzius, was a Swiss novelist and short story writer. H. M. Waidson has previously translated the work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe as well as other German and Swiss authors. 128 pp • 9781847491084 • October • $13.95 (Can $15.95)

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The Devil’s Elixirs E. T. A. Hoffmann Translated by Ronald Taylor From a master of the gothic, a haunting story of the uncanny and intrigue at the highest levels. “E. T. A. Hoffman belongs to that eternal guild of poets and visionaries who take revenge on the life that is tormenting them by showing it examples of forms more colorful and diverse than reality can manage to convey.” —Stefan Zweig, author, Chess The son of a heinous sinner, Medardus is brought up in a monastery to atone for his father’s wicked ways. After succumbing to temptation, however, Medardus himself is lured into a life of sin, and he embarks upon a fantastical journey in which he meets his doppelganger, involves himself in a game of double impersonation, and becomes embroiled in murderous intrigues at the Vatican. First published in 1815, this is a macabre masterpiece of German literature. E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776–1822) was a German composer, caricaturist, critic, and author. His works include The Golden Pot and Other Tales and The Life and Opinions of the Tomcat Murr. Ronald Taylor is a scholar and author who specializes in German intellectual history. 256 pp • 9781847490841 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95)

The King’s Bride E. T. A. Hoffmann Translated by Paul Turner Featuring elements of magical realism and surreal comedy, a classic German folk tale of love lost and found. Happily engaged to the poet Amandus, Fräulein Anna is horrified to discover that a beautiful ring, mysteriously deposited upon her finger whilst tending her kitchen garden, forces her into marriage with the gnome Corduanspitz. Can Anna find any way of removing the ring? Will her poet lover shake off his passive demeanor and come to her aid? And has Corduanspitz truly relinquished all ties to his gnome heritage, as he so proudly claims? E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776– 1822) was a German composer, caricaturist, critic, and author. His works include The Golden Pot and Other Tales and The Life and Opinions of the Tomcat Murr. Paul Turner has previously translated the work of Longus and Thomas More. 120 pp • 9781847490995 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

The Haunted House Charles Dickens A chilling series of tales, featuring etched plates that appeared with the original publication. Having moved into an abandoned haunted house, the narrator—undaunted by the warnings of the locals—sets before a group of friends the task of driving the ghosts out of the house’s various rooms before reconvening on Twelfth Night. The resulting ghost stories form the basis of a thrilling narrative. Initially commissioned for his periodical All the Year Round, Dickens enlisted some of the period’s most famous writers—including Elizabeth Gaskell and Wilkie Collins—to collaborate with him on this Victorian supernatural classic. Charles Dickens (1812– 1870) is considered one of the English language’s greatest writers. His works include Bleak House, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, Great Expectations, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, and A Tale of Two Cities. 150 pp • 6 B/W Illustrations • 9781847491015 • September • $13.95 (Can $15.95)

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The Last Day of a Condemned Man Victor Hugo Translated by Christopher Moncrieff A fervent plea for justice and compassion packaged in one of literature’s most powerful works. “The message could be delivered by any present-day liberal, about any extreme punishment.” —Amnesty International A man vilified by society and condemned to death for his crime wakes every morning knowing that this day might be his last. Graphically detailed, this first-person chronicle describes both the prisoner’s wretched environment and his thoughts, reminiscences, and despair at his impending doom. This edition also includes the companion pieces “A Comedy about a Tragedy” and “Claude Gueux,” a real-life account of an executed criminal in France. Victor Hugo (1802–1885) is best known for his novels Les Miserables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame. Christopher Moncrieff has previously translated the work of Jean-Euphele Milce. Classics • 150 pp • 9781847491176 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

A Village Romeo and Juliet Gottfried Keller Translated by Ronald Taylor A bittersweet tragedy, set in rural Sweden, of two young lovers kept apart by a family feud. “One of the greatest German-language prose writers.” —Ludwig Wittgenstein Inspired by the suicides of two real-life sweethearts, this impassioned novel evokes the overwhelming beauty of young love and nature but is ultimately pessimistic about the possibility of such beauty surviving in the real world. Although it attracted controversy when it was first published in 1856, this timeless story is a fine example of 19th-century poetic realism. Gottfried Keller (1819–1890) is best known for his semiautobiographical novel Green Henry. Ronald Taylor is a scholar and author who specializes in German intellectual history. Fiction • 128 pp • 9781847490865 • December • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

Lenz Georg Büchner Translated by Michael Hamburger A haunting depiction of a troubled mind’s descent into madness. “A harbinger of European modernism.” —New Yorker Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Vosges Mountains, this chilling novella tells the tale of the real-life writer J. M. R. Lenz’s 19-day stay in Waldersbach in 1778. It describes his wanderings around the mountainous surroundings and his worsening fits of madness that eventually culminate in his removal, under guard, to Strasbourg. Valued both as a chilling exploration of paranoid schizophrenia and an influential forerunner of literary modernism, this existential drama boasts a prose style startlingly ahead of its time. Georg Büchner (1813–1837) is best known for his plays, among them Danton’s Death and Woyzeck. Michael Hamburger has translated several German authors, including Friedrich Holderlin and Hans Magnus Enzensberger, and is the author of The Truth of Poetry. Fiction • 128 pp • 9781847490858 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

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Peter Schlemihl Adelbert Von Chamisso Translated by Leopold von Loewenstein-Wertheim A deal with the devil goes fantastically awry with a bevy of unforeseen consequences. “A profoundly felt portrayal of the sufferings of a marked and excluded man.” —Thomas Mann Unsuccessful in his ambitions, the young and naive Peter Schlemihl seals a pact with the Devil in which he exchanges his shadow for the purse of Fortunatus, thereby gaining everlasting riches. But when he is ridiculed, persecuted, and hated for being different from other men, he realizes that poverty is easier to bear than the loss of his peace of mind. Originally written as a cautionary tale for the children of Chamisso’s patron, this amusing and poignant tale was hailed by contemporaries as a masterpiece with a wide adult appeal. Adelbert von Chamisso (1781–1838) was a writer whose family was driven from France to Germany after the French Revolution. 120 pp • 9781847490803 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

The Jew’s Beech Annette von Druste-Hülshoff Translated by Lionel Thomas and Doris Thomas Two mysterious murders impact a local shepherd in the only work of prose fiction from an acclaimed German Romantic poet. “A highly original fusion of thriller-writing, social analysis, and meditation on the nature of truth.” —Spectator Based on a true story, this haunting tale centers on two brutal murders—the first of a local forester and the second of a Jewish moneylender near a beech tree—and the impact these events have on the life of Friedrich Mergel, a herdsman with a turbulent family history. A prototype of the murder mystery and a thoughtful examination of village society, this intriguing novella contains hints of the Gothic and the uncanny, including ominous thunderstorms, mysterious disappearances, eerie doppelgangers and grizzly discoveries, as well as a famously ambiguous climax. Annette von Droste-Hülshoff (1797–1848) was a German poet and author. 112 pp • 9781847490742 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

The Village Ivan Bunin Translated by Hugh Aplin A new translation of Nobel Prize–winner Ivan Bunin’s first novel. “An astonishing writer whose work cries out for rediscovery.” —New York Sun Set during the 1905 Revolution in southwest Russia, this is a bleak and uncompromising portrayal of the lives of two peasant brothers, “characters sunk so far below the average of intelligence as to be scarcely human.” With brutal honesty it reveals the pettiness, violence, and ignorance of rural farm life. At once nostalgic for a bygone, more innocent age and foreshadowing the turbulences of the 20th century, this wrenching novel is a triumph of bitter realism. Ivan Bunin (1870–1953) was the first Russian writer to win the Nobel Prize for Literature and is best known for his short stories and novellas. Hugh Aplin previously translated Bunin’s Dark Avenues as well as works by Mikhail Bulgakov, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Mikhail Kuzmin. 200 pp • 9781847491046 • February • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

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Mozart’s Journey to Prague Eduard Mörike Translated by Leopold von Loewenstein-Wertheim A fictional account of a day in the life of one of history’s most famed composers. “A masterpiece in European literature, a novella to set beside Thomas Mann’s Death in Venice or Tolstoy’s Kreutzer Sonata.” —Observer While on a journey to Praguewith his wife for the opening night of Don Giovanni, Mozart is caught picking an orange on the grounds of a stately home. But when the resident family finds out who they are dealing with, they are delighted to be in the presence of the celebrated composer and invite him to their daughter’s wedding. This vivid and imaginative depiction captures both the humorous and the more pensive side of the genius composer. Eduard Mörike (1804–1875) is best known for his poetry and novellas, among them The Painter Nolten. 128 pp • 9781847490759 • December • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

The Three-Cornered Hat Pedro Antonio de Alarcón Translated by H. F. Turneri The hilarious story of accused cuckoldry that inspired the ballet of the same name. “Alarcón’s style was original and charming. He is in the first rank of literary men in Spain.” —New York Times Based on a famous Spanish folk tale, this romping novella recounts the tribulations of a lecherous local magistrate as he attempts to have his way with the miller’s beautiful but devoted wife, with unforeseen and hilarious consequences. A unique blend of slapstick and comedy of manners, this sharp satire on the corruption of rural officials and the politics of lust and seduction provides timeless entertainment. Pedro Antonio de Alarcón (1833–1891) is chiefly remembered for his subtly ironic plots and quintessentially Spanish settings and characterizations. 120 pp • 9781847490834 • December • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

A Hero of Our Time Mikhail Lermontov Translated by Martin Parker and Neil Cornwell A seminal study of the darkest side of Romanticism; also includes the novel fragment Princess Ligovskaya. “Galloping new translation.” —Independent Traveling through the wilds of the Caucasian Mountains, a young man makes the acquaintance of Maxim Maximych, an experienced soldier and veritable raconteur. As they take refuge from the harsh wintry conditions, Maximych begins to tell the scandalous history of his onetime companion Pechorin, a self-confessed rake. Talented and highly intelligent, Pechorin is nevertheless weary of the world and all it has to offer. Cynical in the extreme, he can muster no other motivation than the avoidance of boredom. To this end, he embarks upon a series of Byronic exploits. Whether kidnapping the daughter of a local chieftain, organizing a smuggling ring, fighting duels, toying with fate, or capturing the hearts of beautiful society women, he remains entirely immune from any depth of emotion. This inspired study of a man and a society in crisis reveals the archetypal antihero not only of the Russian novel but of world literature. Mikhail Lermontov (1814–1841) was a Russian writer and poet whose works include The Demon. 300 pp • 9781847491213 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

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Aphorisms Napoleon Bonaparte A riveting collection of Napoleon’s most famous axioms and sayings, as collected by Honoré de Balzac. “The arrangement reveals a four-stage progression: from young zealot to military commander to confused exile to grand old man.” —Times Literary Supplement Spurred by a lifelong fascination with the Great Emperor, Honoré de Balzac set himself the painstaking task of collecting Napoleon’s most notable maxims from his public speeches and contemporary gazettes. Divided into four parts—covering social life, the military arts, the exercise of power, and the teachings of experience and misfortune—Napoleon’s pithy pills of wisdom range from Machiavellian to cynical, dry, and even cruel. Together they offer a unique insight into the mind of a man who prided himself on preferring action over thought and the sword over the pen, and conjure up one of the most eminent and influential historical figures of all time. Reference • 150 pp • 9781847490322 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95)

The Decay of Lying Oscar Wilde From the inimitable mind of Oscar Wilde, a captivating dialog on the nature of art. In the library of a country house, Vivian writes an article about the importance of lying until he is interrupted by Cyril, who tries to tempt him away. Instead the two men are plunged into a discussion about art, nature, literature, and imagination. Set in the form of a witty dialogue between two speakers, this is an in-depth exploration of the relationship between life and art, as well as an examination of the work of such writers as Shakespeare and Balzac. Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was an Irish novelist, poet, and playwright. His best-known works include The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest. Classics • 150 pp • 9781847490674 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95)

Lars Porsena On the Future of Swearing Robert Graves A lively defense of colorful language, old and new. Equal parts history and absurdity, this tongue-in-cheek treatise laments the decline of swearing and foul language in England and looks back with nostalgia at the glory days of oaths and blasphemies. Written when censorship in England was still in full sway, this was an impassionate defense of the foul-mouthed in literature and a resounding attack of hypocrisy and Puritanism. Robert Graves (1895–1985) was an English poet, translator, and novelist. He is best known for his World War I memoir Goodbye to All That, as well as his numerous historical novels, including I, Claudius. Literary Collections • 150 pp • 9781847490681 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

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The Prince Niccolò Machiavelli Translated by J. G. Nichols From administrating underlings to addressing enemies, an extensive and infamous treatise on governance. Having spent his entire life in conflict-driven Florence, Niccolò Machiavelli composed this classic study of power and politics in response to the governmental troubles of his day. Controversial but nonetheless highly influential, this tract has impacted such major figures as Napoleon, Frederick the Great, and Mussolini. This edition is accompanied by G. W. F. Hegel’s commentary on Machiavelli in his Constitution of Germany. Niccolò Machiavelli (1469– 1527) was an important figure in the Italian Renaissance best known for his realist political philosophy. J. G. Nichols has translated the work of Dante Alighieri, Giacomo Leopardi, and numerous other Italian authors. Political Science/Philosophy • 186 pp • 9781847491114 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

Life of Dante Giovanni Boccaccio Translated by Philip Wicksteed A collection of the earliest accounts of Dante’s life and times, featuring the work of Bruni and Boccaccio. Leonardo Bruni’s Life of Dante, extracts from Giovanni Villani’s Florentine Chronicles and Filippo Villani’s Life of Dante, as well as documents preserved in a manuscript of Boccaccio are combined in this impressive volume, and together they provide a wealth of insight and information into Dante’s unique character and life. They address the author’s susceptibility to the torments of passionate love, his involvement in politics, his scholastic enthusiasms, military experience, and the stories behind the greatest heights of his poetic achievements. Not only are these accounts invaluable for their subject matter, they are also seminal examples of early biographical writing. Also included in this expansive collection is a biography of Boccaccio himself. Giovanni Boccaccio (1313–1375) is best known for the Decameron and for championing the use of the Italian vernacular in literature. Philip Wicksteed (1844–1927) was a literary critic and medievalist. Biography/Literary Collections • 128 pp • 9781847490919 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

Hashish, Wine, Opium Charles Baudelaire and Théophile Gautier Translated by Maurice Stang Enthralling and vivid first hand accounts of the effects of hallucinogens from two of literature’s most renowned authors. Among the earliest accounts of hallucinogenic experience in European literature, the four essays in this volume document Théophile Gautier and Charles Baudelaire’s involvement in the Hashish Club, which met under the auspices of investigating the psychological and mindenhancing effects of various substances. As well as providing an absorbing account of 19thcentury drug use, this volume captures the spirit of French Romanticism in its struggle to free the mind from the shackles of the humdrum and the conventional. Charles Baudelaire (1821–1867) was a French writer and translator best known for his poetry collection Flowers of Evil. Théophile Gautier (1811–1872) was an influential French writer whose works include My Fantoms and The Jinx. Literary Collections • 200 pp • 9781847490933 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95)

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The Art of Sinking in Poetry Alexander Pope Featuring Pope’s scathing, unparalleled wit, a sardonic look at the worst aspects of bad poetry—and how to avoid them. Written in 1727, this satirical volume was one of Alexander Pope’s contributions to the literary output of the legendary Scriblerus club, a circle of writers dedicated to mocking what they perceived as a culture of mediocrity and false learning prevalent in the arts and sciences. Taking the form of an ironic guide to writing bad verse, Pope’s tongue-in-cheek essay is wickedly funny in its lampooning of various pompous poetasters, and is essential reading for any budding writer wishing to avoid sinking to the unintentionally ridiculous and to instead to reach for the sublime. Several lesser-known pieces by other members of the Scriblerus club are also included. Alexander Pope (1688–1744) was an English poet, widely regarded as the greatest of the 18th century, best known for his satirical verse. His other works include The Dunciad, An Essay on Man, and The Rape of the Lock. Literary Criticism/Poetry • 128 pp • 9781847491053 • September • $13.95 (Can $15.95)

Man at Leisure Alexander Trocchi Introduction by William S. Burroughs “The most brilliant man I’ve ever met.” —Allen Ginsberg “The Scottish George Best of the literary world.” —Irvine Welsh First published in 1972, this verse collection ranges over multiple years and includes the lyricism of early love poetry along with reflections on drug culture and penetrating comments on contemporary figures and events. The poems’ language is strong, rich, and frankly obscene, while the arguments range from the witty to the profound. Alexander Trocchi (1925–1984) was a controversial Scottish novelist of the Beat generation, best known for his autobiographical Cain’s Book. William S. Burroughs (1914–1997) was a Beat novelist and essayist, best known for his novel Naked Lunch. Poetry • 90 pp • 8 B/W Photos • 9781847491008 • November • $16.95 (Can $18.95)

Sepulchres Ugo Foscolo Translated by J. G. Nichols An anthology of the most renowned poems from one of Italy’s most famous and beloved authors. The most significant and adored works from the popular Italian poet Ugo Foscolo are collected in this lucid verse translation. Expressing the author’s political, civic, and sentimental concerns, these poems captivate with their immediacy and intimacy. Each work reveals the inner recesses of a passionate, restless, and surprisingly modern mind. Ugo Foscolo (1778–1827) is best known for his long poem On Sepulchres and his unfinished work The Graces. J. G. Nichols has translated the work of Dante Alighieri, Giacomo Leopardi, and numerous other Italian authors. Poetry • 120 pp • 9781847490971 • January • $13.95 (Can $15.95)

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Dream Days Kenneth Grahame Foreword by Sandi Toksvig Originally published in periodical form, these eight enchanting semiautobiographical stories by the author of The Wind in the Willows are presented as recollections of childhood.

“The Reluctant Dragon” was adapted into a 1941 Disney film First published in 1898, this sequel to The Golden Age is an informative snapshot of the late Victorian era that captures the world of imagination inhabited by children. These stories are written with humor and wit as Grahame depicts a private, separate universe of five siblings whose concerns rarely overlap with the world of adults, whom they refer to as Olympians. The collection’s most famous story, “The Reluctant Dragon,” sees the narrator and his neighbor Charlotte following dragon footprints in the snow one winter’s evening. Meeting with a Circus Man, they are regaled with tales of a dragon, which, modest and retiring, was reluctant to fight St. George purely for the sake of convention. The author captures perfectly the tone of a childhood enriched by legend and romance, and unsullied by the concerns of adulthood. Fiction • 136 pp • 5 x 8 9781843911951 • October $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper

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Love and Gymnastics Edmondo De Amicis Translated by David Chapman Foreword by Italo Calvino T h e m e s o f r o m a n t i c l ov e a n d competitive sportsmanship are intriguingly linked in this rare novella by one of Italy’s best-loved literary talents. Mr. Celzani finds himself consumingly in love with an Amazonian gymnast with whom he shares an apartment block. The machinations of their fellow inhabitants notwithstanding, he finds his romantic efforts repeatedly thwarted by his beloved’s single-minded focus on her rigorous physical discipline. Through the intertwining of his dual themes, De Amicis proposes a timeless meditation on the necessity of both balance and principle. Poet, novelist, short-story, and travel writer Edmondo de Amicis (1846–1908) is best remembered for his children’s story Cuore. Italo Calvino’s (1923–1985) acclaimed works include The Baron in the Trees, Cosmicomics, If on a Winter’s Night a Traveler, and Invisible Cities. Fiction • 152 pp • 5 x 8 9781843911937 • October $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper

The Complete Round of Stories by the Christmas Fire Charles Dickens Foreword by Kathryn Hughes and D. J. Taylor Essential for any yuletide hearth, this boxed set collects two of Dickens’ classic Christmas numbers originally published in holiday editions of his own magazine.

Boxed set includes A Round of Stories by the Christmas Fire (9781843911647) and Another Round of Stories by the Christmas Fire (9781843911869) Among Dickens’ earliest collections of short stories for the holiday season, this collection offers tales of romance, theft, hard-won justice, and heartwarming family reunions. Appealing to the Victorian taste for ghost stories at Christmas, the pieces in this collection range in tone from the inspirational to the downright chilling. Building on the success of this festive favorite, Another Round of Stories by the Christmas Fire similarly assembles a varied cast of storytellers. An impressive contributor list includes Elizabeth Gaskell and George A. Sala, whose poignant tales rival Dickens’ own. Charles Dickens (1812–1870) is considered one of the English language’s greatest writers. Fiction/Seasonal • 224 pp • 5 x 8 9781843911975 • October $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper

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Germinie Lacerteux Edmond and Jules de Goncourt Translated by Anthony Cummins Foreword by Ken Loach Based on the true case of the authors’ own maidservant, this seminal text in the history of Naturalism was a strong influence on Zola, and, it has been claimed, inaugurated the literary portrayal of the French lower classes. Orphaned at the age of four, Germinie Lacerteux is forced to enter service in Paris in order to pay her way, in a story that paints a vision of 19th-century Paris haunted by poverty, death, and despair. In the service of Mlle de Varandeuil, Germinie realizes that if she wishes to remain employed, she faces an unmarried life. In the face of such drudgery, the Goncourt brothers reveal the value of such simple pleasures as a walk in the countryside; and through the story of Germinie Lacerteux’s life, they examine questions of the individual’s power—or powerlessness—to control his or her own fate. The Goncourt brothers, Edmond de Goncourt (1822–1896) and Jules de Goncourt (1830–1870), were French naturalist writers who inspired authors including Émile Zola and established France’s most prestigious literary prize, the Prix Goncourt.

Tales of the Islanders Charlotte Brontë High-spirited and hugely enjoyable, this collection of juvenilia showcases Brontë’s creative powers, suffused with a youthful zeal and exuberance.

Also available: The Foundling (9781843910985), The Green Dwarf (9781843910480), The Secret (9781843911258), and The Spell (9781843911173) When Charlotte’s brother Branwell was given a set of 12 toy soldiers, an entire new imaginary world opened before them. The Twelves, or Young Men, became a constant source of inspiration for the Brontë children, spawning tales of swashbuckling adventure, darkest intrigue, doomed romance, and malevolent spirits. The four volumes of tales collected here make delightful reading, while offering a unique insight into Brontë family life and Charlotte’s development as a writer. Charlotte Brontë (1816–1855), the eldest of the three famous Brontë sisters, is best known for her novel Jane Eyre. Fiction • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843912019 • February $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

The Misadventures of John Nicholson Robert Louis Stevenson A semi-autobiographical work of prosperity and loss, this classic Gothic tale moves between Edinburgh’s darkest drinking establishments and the beguiling Californian sunshine. Bearing all the hallmarks of Stevenson’s most gripping works, this story offers a host of colorful characters to rival those found among the pages of Treasure Island. Exasperated that his stern and overbearing father refuses to tolerate his penchant for alcohol, John Nicholson decides to leave his life in Edinburgh in search of all the fame and fortune that America has to offer. Initially delighted with his new life, he soon learns to his cost that the excesses his father so decried would ultimately become his downfall—on both sides of the ocean. Best known as the author of Kidnapped, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Treasure Island, Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) was a leading proponent of Neo-Romanticism. Fiction • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843912002 • February $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

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Under the Deodars Rudyard Kipling Foreword by Alex von Tunzelmann In eight short stories, touching on adultery, madness, alcoholism, and death, Kipling paints deeply unsettling portraits of the inhabitants of colonial Simla.

Also available: Captains Courageous (9781843914426) and Something of Myself (9781843914372) Of particular interest in this collection is Kipling’s tone of mordant satire, coupled with his typically adept characterization. “In the Matter of a Private” shows Kipling depicting the mutiny of a British soldier who, driven crazy by monotony and alcohol, shoots and kills a fellow soldier. “At the Pit’s Mouth” describes an adulterous woman’s affair, cut short when her lover and his mare unceremoniously fall off a cliff. This perennially popular author displays a dark commitment to realism and an unforgiving, almost brutal, portrayal of human nature. Rudyard Kipling (1865–1936) is perhaps best remembered for his children’s books The Jungle Book and Just So Stories, and for his novel Kim. Alex von Tunzelmann is an historian and the author of Indian Summer: The Secret History of the End of an Empire.

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Fiction • 144 pp • 5 x 8 9781843914549 • October $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper

Mine-Haha Or On the Bodily Education of Young Girls Frank Wedekind Translated by Philip Ward From the author of the controversial Spring Awakening, the only available translation of this magical and sinister exploration of childhood is presented with other short fictional pieces. At once a dystopian fantasy and a critique of sexual norms, Mine-Haha describes a unique boarding institution for girls— part idyllic refuge, part prison—where pupils are trained only in the physical arts of movement, dance, and music, before issuing them into an adult world for which they have (unwittingly) been prepared. The narrator is an old woman recalling her strange childhood and the story is focused through the eyes of her earlier self. Praised by Leon Trotsky in 1908 for its progressive outlook, this symbolist novella is here presented alongside two rare, complementary short-fiction pieces: The Burning of Egliswyl and The Sacrificial Lamb. Franklin Wedekind (1864–1918) was a German author and dramatist. He is best known for his play Spring Awakening and for his Lulu plays, the basis for acclaimed Louise Brooks film Pandora’s Box. Fiction • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843914556 • January $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper

The Brickfield L. P. Hartley A subtle tale of young love and lost innocence recounted from the perspective of old age, L. P. Hartley’s tour de force of intrigue and insinuation blurs the line between autobiography and fiction, giving a tantalizing insight into the author’s own preoccupations. Elderly and infirm novelist Richard Mardick dramatically dictates his memoirs to his young protégé Denys Aspin, so that his life story may be preserved for posterity. Faced with a mysterious and undefined illness, the young Richard, was sent to recuperate and work on his uncle’s farm, causing him to give up all hope of an intellectual career. Coddled and stifled by family life, the adolescent Richard finds solace in a childhood love affair. The mysterious secret that Richard seeks to exorcise from his past is hinted at and finally uncovered as his narrative ends in tragedy. L. P. Hartley (1895–1972) was an English novelist and short story writer. His best-known works are The GoBetween, which was adapted into a screenplay by Harold Pinter in 1969, and Eustace and Hilda, for which he won the James Tait Black Memorial Prize. Classics • 216 pp • 5 x 8 9781843914570 • February $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper

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HESPERUS WORLDWIDE Since the launch of its inaugural titles in 2002, Hesperus Press has published some 300 works by the most insightful and important authors in literary history, including D a n t e , D i c k e n s , D o s t o e v s ky, Flaubert, Kafka, Tolstoy, and Woolf. Building on the diversity for which it has come to be recognized, Hesperus Press is delighted to announce the launch of a new series: Hesperus Worldwide. With inaugural titles from Argentina, Bengal, and Japan, spanning three centuries and by luminaries ranging from Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore to star of contemporary Latin American fiction Eduardo Belgrano Rawson, the series marks an exciting new departure for Hesperus. Through Hesperus Worldwide, the Press will enable great works of literature to bridge gaps to reach their deserved audiences.

A Riot of Goldfish

The Forest Woman

Kanoko Okamoto Translates by Keith Vincent Foreword by David Mitchell

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee Translated by Radha Chakravarty Foreword by Amit Chaudhuri

Obsession and desire swirl through these two novellas by Kanoko Okamato, as she describes Japanese society poised in a moment of peace before the world was torn apart by war.

A captivating tale of Tantric ritual and court intrigue, set in eastern India during the 17th century, this novella shows Calcutta’s most famous novelist at his incisive and alluring best.

In early 20th-century Japan, the son of lower-class goldfish sellers falls in love with the beautiful daughter of his rich patron. After he is sent away to study the science of goldfish breeding, with strict orders to return and make his patron’s fortune, he vows to devote his life to producing one ideal, perfect goldfish specimen to reflect his loved-one’s beauty. This poignant and deft tale is presented along with the story of a pauper from Kyoto who teaches himself to be an accomplished chef. Kanoko Okamoto (1889–1939) was a Japanese poet, novelist, and scholar of Buddhism whose prose works examine the relationships between the classes and sexes in her contemporary Japan. The twice-Booker short-listed author of Black Swan Green, Cloud Atlas, Ghostwritten, and Number9Dream, in 2007 David Mitchell was listed among Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.

Abandoned by his fellow travelers on a tiger-ridden shore in eastern Bengal, the narrator stumbles across a strange, beautiful woman, Kapalkundala. But she has been enslaved by a priest who plans to sacrifice them both in an esoteric rite. The only way for Kapalkundala and the narrator to escape is by marrying each other and traveling on to town in disguise. As soon as they reach the road, however, they encounter a second woman laden with jewels and as beguiling, to the narrator, as the first. Apparently a Muslim aristocrat from the court of Emperor Akbar, she appears to know more about the narrator than she should. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee (1838–1894) was a prolific and important Bengali writer who pioneered novel-writing in Bengal. Amit Chaudhuri is the awardwinning author of Freedom Song and A New World and the editor of The Vintage Book of Modern Indian Literature.

Fiction • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843918523 • November $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper

Fiction • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843918516 • December $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper

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Boyhood Days

An Awkward Age

Rabindranath Tagore Translated by Radha Chakravarty Foreword by Amartya Sen A fresh and idiomatic translation of the Nobel Laureate’s enchanting memoir of his childhood in Calcutta. Best known internationally for his revolutionary poetry, Rabindranath Tagore is also well known for the school and university he founded in the Bengal countryside. Seen through the amused eyes of a precocious young boy growing up in turn-of-the-century Calcutta, this memoir describes the joint family he grew up in, the city he played in, and the school he was sent to against his will. It is an exquisite portrait of both Tagore’s childhood and his country, India, at a turning point in its history. Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941) was a poet and novelist, and the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. His best-known works include Gitanjali and The Home and the World. Autobiography • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843918509 • November $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper

Washing Dishes in Hotel Paradise Eduardo Belgrano Rawson Translated by Rosie Marteau A charming and disarming snapshot of lives in contemporary Argentina. A sailor makes his way along the Uruguayan coast of the Río de la Plata. Reaching the radio station Pacheco, a stopping point for all mariners wishing to contact the mainland, he places a call to his wife. When a male voice answers, and the line falls dead immediately afterwards, the seaman begins to wonder whether it is the technology or his wife’s fidelity that he must doubt. Fusing wit, tenderness, disillusionment, and passion, the vignettes in this volume are united by Belgrano’s idiosyncratic and award-winning narrative style. Engaging with Argentinian popular culture and history, the author presents a cast of characters variously engaged in rehabilitation, subterfuge, affairs of the heart, and even, unwittingly, cinematography. Eduardo Belgrano Rawson is among the leading lights of contemporary Latin American fiction. Born in Argentina, he worked as a journalist and writer of screenplays before embarking on a career as a novelist. His work has been compared to that of Ernest Hemingway and Michael Ondaatje. Fiction • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843918530 • January $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper

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Anna Starobinets Translated byr Hugh Aplin A gripping collection of fantastical stories that blur the imaginary and the real; nominated for the prestigious National Bestseller prize in Russia even before it was published. “Anna Starobinets stands apart from other genre writers thanks to her ability to write in a good, unpolluted and idiomatic Russian.” —Moscow Times The title story of this enthralling compilation spins the tale of a boy growing into adolescence whose body appears to have been taken over by a colony of ants. His diary—initially expressed in the barely literate tones of a young child—becomes more accomplished and assured as the protagonist matures and eventually begins to give way to the voice of the ruler of the anthill. Featuring a direct, commendably unpretentious, and convincing style, the tales use recognizably modern Russian settings to explore the contemporary condition of man both in Russia and further afield. Anna Starobinets is a Russian journalist. Fiction • 160 pp • 5 x 8 9781843917144 • November $22.95 (Can $25.95) Cloth

BRIEF LIVES

Charlotte Brontë

Geoffrey Chaucer

Robert Louis Stevenson

Jessica Cox

Gail Ashton

Gavin Griffiths

A fascinating new interpretation of Brontë’s celebrated works and of her personal life, notably her often intense relationships with those around her.

A deft and tantalizing study of one of the fathers of English literature, his works, and his legacy.

From his sickly childhood to his tropical travels, the fascinating life of the man behind Jekyll and Hyde.

Also available: The Book of the Duchess (9781843911579), The Miller’s Tale (9781843911715), and The Parliament of Birds (9781843911012)

Also available: The Story of a Lie (9781843911814)

A film based on the life of Charlotte Brontë is due to release in 2010, starring Michelle Williams, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and Imelda Staunton Charlotte Brontë is one of the world’s best-loved writers. Her extraordinary literary talent manifested itself at an early age when she penned a series of imaginative and entertaining tales. Before her untimely death at the age of 38 she produced the masterpieces Jane Eyre, Shirley, and Vilette. Superb and meticulously researched, Jessica Cox’s biography provides a beautifully drawn portrait of the creator of some of the world’s most remarkable novels. Jessica Cox has written and published widely on the Brontës and is the editor of a critical edition of Charlotte Brontë’s Shirley. Biography • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843919209 • January $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

One of England’s best-loved authors, Geoffrey Chaucer was a poet, bureaucrat, and diplomat. His richly imaginative and witty works, written in vernacular English rather than courtly French or Latin, established his mother tongue as a literary language in its own right. Although his writing is well known, the biographical details of Chaucer’s life in 14th-century England remain scarce. In this new biography, Gail Ashton examines the competing versions of “Chaucer” that have sprung up in the centuries since his death, and speculates about the extent to which his poetic legacy has been made to fit a range of agendas, especially those surrounding England and Englishness. Gail Ashton is an academic and a writer. Biography • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843919186 • January $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

Scottish-born novelist, poet, travel writer, and essayist Robert Louis Stevenson was a prolific author whose best-known works—Treasure Island, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Kidnapped, among them— have been read and loved by generations around the world. In this striking new biography, Gavin Griffiths offers an excellent glimpse into Stevenson’s life and world. From his early ill health and rejection of the Presbyterian lifestyle, to his burgeoning literary talents and friendship with Henry James, and his subsequent success as a writer and travels to the South Seas, Griffiths brilliantly captures the man and his work to create a thoroughly rewarding and entertaining biography. Gavin Griffiths is the author of Brief Lives: Joseph Conrad. Biography • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843919193 • February $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

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On Deception Harry Houdini Foreword by Derren Brown The highlights of Houdini’s writings on magic are presented, revealing him to have been a remarkably prescient champion of rationalism and an ardent opponent of the duping of susceptible individuals.

Hugh Jackman is pegged to star in a Broadway play as Houdini in 2010 Throughout his life, the world’s most famous escapologist strove to expose the methods and tricks of illusionists and sham spiritualists. Studying entertainers and criminals alike, Houdini investigates the tricks of the mind and sleights of hand that have deceived people throughout history. The magician’s writings caused a public sensation; legend has it that his book The Right Way to Do Wrong was bought in bulk by burglars in an attempt to guard the tricks of their trade. This collection also includes Houdini’s revelations about the methods behind some of his own most famous tricks, and articles he wrote to expose his imitators. Harry Houdini (1874–1926) was a magician, escapologist, and stunt performer, as well as a skeptic and investigator of spiritualists. He was also a film producer, actor, and author.

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Essays • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843916130 • October $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

On Genius and the Common Man John Ruskin Cited as an inspiration by, among others, Tolstoy, Proust, Gandhi, and, of course, Oscar Wilde, Ruskin was an icon of the Victorian era and a man knowing not a little about genius himself—here his fascinating thoughts on the topic are collected. In addition to founding the discipline of modern art criticism and rescuing from obscurity such cornerstones of art history as J. M. W. Turner, John Ruskin wrote prolifically, publishing more than 250 works. Among his many famed theories was a notion that each generation boasts just a few men of genius, who differ from their contemporaries both in social relations and in their attitudes to study and the products of men. Collated here are the gems of this theory, for the benefit both of those fascinated by genius and those who might aspire to this status. John Ruskin (1819–1900) is best known for his work as an art critic, sage writer, and social critic, but is remembered as an author, poet, and artist as well. Ruskin’s essays on art and architecture were extremely influential in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Essays • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843916147 • October $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

On London Charles Dickens A unique selection of little-known excerpts, essays, and letters, which collectively showcase Victorian London in all its seedy, opulent, oppressive, liberating, and tumultuous glory.

Also available: On Travel (9781843916123) Dickens’ London is a thing of legend. The sense of place was of the utmost importance for Dickens, and nowhere is more synonymous with his name than London. The most splendid of all his characters, the city was the subject of scrupulous research: Dickens spent several hours a day exploring its streets and inhabitants. The pieces collected here reveal London to be the primary inspiration for one of the geniuses of English literature. Charles Dickens (1812–1870) is one of England’s most important literary figures. His works enjoyed enormous success in his day and are still regarded as among the most popular and widely read classics of all time. Essays • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843916154 • January $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

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On Reading Marcel Proust Translated by Damion Searls Collected here are rare Proustian reflections on this most cherished of activities, together with the work he arguably held dearest and which was to influence his own philosophy profoundly: Ruskin’s Of Kings’ Treasuries. “To understand a profound thought is to have, at the moment one understands it, a profound thought oneself; and this demands some effort, a genuine descent to the heart of oneself.” Reading was, for Marcel Proust, more than the pursuit of knowledge: a truly spiritual activity, it was a means of transforming and transcending the self. By reading great authors, he contends, we not only learn of great ideas, but are enriched by the fruits of the world’s most inspirational minds. Novelist Marcel Proust (1871– 1922) was a prominent figure in the French salons of the late 19th century, and is best remembered for his huge four-volume masterpiece In Search of Lost Time. Damion Searls has won an NEA grant and a PEN Translation Fund award for his translations. Literary Criticism • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843916161 • January $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper

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On Paris Ernest Hemingway An aggressive critique on 1920s Parisian culture, penned by one of history’s most revered authors. Written for the Toronto Star between 1920 and 1924, this selection of energetic pieces from Hemingway sees the author focus his gaze on Paris. Writing with characteristic verve, the author tackles cultural topics in chapters such as Living on $1,000 a Year in Paris, American Bohemians in Paris, and Parisian Boorishness. “The scum of Greenwich Village, New York, has been skimmed off and deposited in large ladles on that section of Paris adjacent to the Café Rotonde. New scum, of course, has risen to take the place of the old, but the oldest scum, the thickest scum and the scummiest scum,” Hemingway wryly observes, “has come across the ocean, somehow, and with its afternoon and evening levees has made the Rotonde the leading Latin Quarter showplace for tourists in search of at mosphere.” Ernest Hemingway (1899– 1961) was a novelist, short story writer, and journalist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954. Essays/Travel • 112 pp • 5 x 8 9781843916048 • November $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper

Merchant’s Tale Geoffrey Chaucer Translated by Lyn Richmond A dual-language edition of Chaucer’s timeless tale of adultery and deception is presented in a brand-new, modernEnglish translation.

Other dual language Chaucer editions: The Book of the Duchess (9781843911579), The Miller’s Tale (9781843911715), and The Parliament of Birds (9781843911012) In the face of vociferous protestations from his friends, age-withered January selects a radiant young wife. His beloved—innocence embodied, to the untrained eye—wastes little time acquainting herself with his servants. Taking advantage of her husband’s blindness, she explores her carnal appetite with his footman, with little regard for dignity. Chaucer’s genius is to elevate her transgression to the level of gender politics; as deities intervene to decide the plight of future man and woman, the full import of January and May’s relationship is revealed. Geoffrey Chaucer (1343–1400) was an author, poet, philosopher, bureaucrat, courtier, and diplomat. He is best known for his celebrated work The Canterbury Tales. Poetry • 72 pp • 5 x 8 9781843911999 • January $11.95 (Can $12.95) Paper

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You Remind Me of Marilyn Monroe Steven Berkoff A revealing and personal collection of poems from actor and playwright Steven Berkoff. From sensuous, stream-of-consciousness declarations of love to brooding meditations on the wreckage of a relationship, this collection of verse from Steven Berkoff provides an intimate glimpse into the thoughts, pains, and passions of the acclaimed playwright and actor. Never before published together, these poems make use of the sexual, violent, and visceral language that is so characteristic of his plays in order to explore extremely personal themes. The result is a passionate and captivating collection. Steven Berkoff has appeared in such films as Octopussy and A Clockwork Orange, and is the author of numerous plays, including Sturm und Drang and The Secret Love Life of Ophelia. He is also the author of the memoirs Tough Acts and Shopping in the Santa Monica Mall and of the short story collection Graft. Poetry • 66 pp • 5 x 8 9781846880797 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Herla

The Telling Jo Baker “Baker’s deft pacing pays spooky dividends.” —Time Out “The great strength of the novel is that you are equally concerned with both sets of characters, and their stories. Baker’s spare, visual prose is a treat to read.” —Daily Mail “Movingly explores loss, love and motherhood with the chilling suggestion of a haunting.” —Books Quarterly Her mother recently deceased, Rachel sets off alone for her family’s isolated country house in order to pack up and sell off the remnants of her estate. She tells herself the process will only take a few weeks, but from the moment she steps through the front door, Rachel feels that the house contains more than she had expected. Along with the memories of her mother, there is something else in the house, a presence trying to make itself felt. As Rachel struggles to put her mother’s affairs in order, she grows ever more convinced that the house holds a message for her. Can the ghosts of the past be nudging their way into the present, or is Rachel really beginning to lose her mind? Jo Baker is the author of The Mermaid’s Child and Offcomer. Fiction • 368 pp • 5 x 8 9781846271403 • January • $14.95 Paper • Portobello Books

The Sonnets A Novel Warwick Collins Shakespeare in Love for the sonnets: a fictional tale of how Shakespeare wrote his most famous poems. “No one can come away from this novella without a clear understanding of the dangerous, dark currents beneath the surface of Elizabeth’s England . . . Savor it slowly and you will be rewarded.” —Sally Zigmond, author, Hope Against Hope “A potent mix of sensuality and suspense.” —Publishers Weekly on The Rationalist “Collins . . . shows himself once again to be a daring, unconventional, accomplished writer . . . covers considerable social ground in a brief span—and is eminently successful.” —Kirkus Reviews on Gents No one knows for sure precisely when and where Shakespeare wrote his sonnets or, more intriguingly, who he wrote them for. This wonderfully entertaining novel imagines the circumstances that inspired 30 of the Bard’s most popular sonnets. The young Will Shakespeare is living under the patronage of Henry Wriothesley, Earl of Southampton. The controversial earl is under pressure from his family and those close to the royal court to settle down but he is far too busy drinking, carousing, and cavorting with his motley band of acquaintances to pay attention. Not then the obvious setting for poetic genius but within the politics (both state and sexual) of this lofty household Will finds lots to inspire his pen, and a few attractive distractions too. With 30 sonnets interwoven into the text in seamless fashion, this clever tale crafted from fragments of history wears its scholarship lightly and its love of Shakespeare and poetry proudly. Warwick Collins is the author of Computer One, Gents, and Booker Prize–contender The Rationalist.

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TANNER TRILOGY Harry Bowling Harry Bowling, known as “the King of Cockney sagas,” wrote 18 novels of London life, including Down Milldyke Way, The Girl from Cotton Lane, and That Summer in Eagle Street. Each: Fiction • 5 x 8 • $12.95 Paper • Headline

Gaslight in Page Street The first installment in a trilogy of tales about the members of a close-knit community and their support of one another through hardships. “What makes Harry’s novels work is their warmth and authenticity. Their spirit comes from the author himself and his abiding memories of family life as it was once lived in the slums of southeast London.” —Today Page Street, a shabby, cobbled, and gaslight Bermondsey backstreet, is home to a diverse and devoted community fighting an ongoing battle against poverty, hunger, and the devastating effects of the Great War. George Galloway owns a cartage business; his right-hand man is William Tanner. William’s loyalty has worn thin over the years but he cannot break the ties with Galloway because times are hard and the house in which he lives belongs to him. Carrie Tanner grows up in the heart of a poor yet loving family, but as she becomes a young woman she becomes involved in the Suffragette movement, symbolic of a quickly changing world. Will this close-knit community be able to pull together or will it be torn apart? 640 pp • 9780755340385 (Replaces 9780747236900) • October

The Girl from Cotton Lane The series’ second installment is a remarkable portrayal of a docklands community as it undergoes rapid and turbulent change, and of a way of life that will be lost for ever. “Poignant, nostalgic—but not romanticized—stories of good-hearted ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.” —Independent Cotton Lane in dockland Bermondsey is one of the many small cobbled streets which serve the wharves. On the corner is Bradley’s Dining Rooms, the favorite eating place of the rivermen, trade union officials, and horse and motor drivers. Since her marriage to Fred Bradley, Carrie has been running the dining rooms, and trade has picked up since the end of the Great War. But all is not well between Carrie and Fred. For although they have a little daughter they adore, neither of them is happy. Will they ever know true happiness? 352 pp • 9780755340378 (Replaces 9780747238690) • January

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The Antigallican Tom Bowling Exploring naval war at the end of the 18th century, this is the first in a series of novels set at sea in Britain, the Channel Islands, and Revolutionary France. Fishing captain Jean Cotterell is rescued by a French frigate—The Hortense—off the Grand Banks of Nova Scotia in May 1794. His fishing vessel has foundered and he is the sole survivor. The Hortense is part of Republican Admiral Jan Van Stabel’s great fleet of more than 100 ships bringing corn to France. Life on The Hortense is like France under the Terror: chaotic, ungovernable, and obsessed with savage, radical political theories. Separated from the French fleet in the Western Approaches, she is intercepted by two British frigates, and Cotterell finds himself embroiled in the heat of battle. Tom Bowling is the author of Pirates and Privateers. Fiction • 288 pp • 5 x 8 9781842433218 (Replaces 9781842432761) • January • $14.95 Paper • Oldcastle Books

The White Raven Robert Low Epic and action-packed, the sequel to The Wolf Sea is vivid, full-blooded historical writing at its best, charting the adventures of Orm and his band of Viking brothers, the Oathsworn. “A company of warriors, desperate battles, an enthralling read.” —Bernard Cornwell on The Whale Road “A fantastic book, one of the best I have read for years . . . There’s a sturdy, lyrical and epic quality about the writing which makes it feel like the kind of saga a Viking would recount in his old age.” —Simon Scarrow on The Whale Road “A rousing, sprawling saga of Viking warriors and the quest for hidden treasure . . . Low mixes history, archeology, mythology and nonstop, often-sanguinary action into a fast-moving adventure tale.” —Publishers Weekly on The Whale Rider

The first two books in the Oathsworn series, The Whale Road (9780312361945) and The Wolf Sea (9780312361952), were published by St. Martin’s Press The Oathsworn have itchy feet. Battle-hungry and tired of keeping the homestead fires burning, they are restless for action. And, being the Oathsworn, action is what they get. When their homestead is attacked by Klerkon and his men, the Oathsworn promise bloody revenge. But they didn’t count on having to undertake the most dangerous journey of their lives in order to save two of their number. Packed with epic adventure and bloody action, the third book in the Oathsworn series is Robert Low at his enthralling best. Robert Low is a former war correspondent and the author of The Whale Road and The Wolf Sea. Fiction • 384 pp • 5 x 8 • HarperCollins UK New in Paper: 9780007287987 • October • $12.95 Cloth: 9780007262564 • Available • $24.95

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The Devil & Maria D’Avalos Victoria Hammond Steeped in the overripe beauty, violence, and exoticism of 16th-century Naples, this is the riveting story behind one of the most famous and terrible murders in the history of the Renaissance. In 1590, the great and tormented composer Carlo Gesualdo murdered his beautiful wife Maria d’Avalos and her aristocratic lover. Gesualdo was a character of Shakespearian proportions: nobleman, musical genius, and—for the last 16 years of his life—an alleged madman. With the chilling calculation of a hunter, he staged the violent and bloody murder of the lovers like an opera. Yet far from ending his torment, the murder caused Gesualdo’s subsequent years to increasingly be filled by demons and dementia. Inspired by these haunting events, this lush and sensual novel vividly imagines the life of the mysterious and seductive Maria, her tormented marriage to Carlo, and her affair with Fabrizio Carafa, the most handsom and accomplished nobleman in Naples. Victoria Hammond is the author of Letters from St Petersburg and Visions of Heaven. Fiction • 344 pp • 6 x 9 9781741146851 • November • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

A Country Cotillion Sandra Heath As the widow of an irresistible and infamous libertine, Elizabeth became accustomed both to cruelty and to passion—two things she suddenly recognizes in a would-be suitor. “Heath has a fine writing style that captures the atmosphere perfectly . . . a very enjoyable read.” —Regency Reviews on A Commercial Enterprise Beautiful Elizabeth French had learned both the pleasure and pain of love as the bride of James French. But now that irresistible and infamous libertine was dead—and Elizabeth chose to wed a handsome lord as different from James as day from night. Sir Alexander Norrington was dark where James had been so fiercely exciting. Surely it was better thus, Elizabeth told herself— until she met Marcus Sheridan, the Duke of Arlington, who was so much like James as to set Elizabeth’s pulse racing, even as she desperately tried not to fall prey again to a man who would win her heart only to break it. Sandra Heath is the award-winning author of more than 60 novels, including Breaking the Rules, Easy Conquest, Playing with Fire, and Second Thoughts. She is a past winner of the Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Awards for Best Regency Author and Best Regency Romance. Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780709086598 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale

A Dedicated Scoundrel Anne Barbour He called himself John Smith, but to Catherine his name was temptation. “One of my favorite authors.” —Mary Balogh, author, Slightly Wicked “You can always count on Anne Barbour for gloriously innovative romance.” —Romantic Times on Miss Prestwick’s Crusade Catherine Meade swiftly sensed that she could not trust the stranger who rudely thrust himself into her life. He was roughly dressed, but spoke in the accents of an aristocrat. He knew all there was to know of a woman’s weaknesses, yet claimed to know nothing of his own past. If Catherine did not think well of the mysterious Mr. Smith from the outset, her opinion only grew worse. It becomes clear that his secrets are scandalous and his nightly trips to London questionable indeed. But even as she exposes one infamy after another about this man who lies as smoothly as he kisses, she comes to find that it is not only his tongue she cannot not trust, but her heart as well. Anne Barbour is the Romantic Times Best Regency of the Year Award– winning author of numerous romances, including Buried Secrets, A Man of Affairs, and Miss Prestwick’s Crusade. She lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780709083481 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale

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A Rake’s Reform Anne Barbour An unlikely romance ignites between a spirited young woman and a notoriously libertine lord. “With her typical wit and humor, Barbour . . . has penned a delightful, well-written Regency featuring a pair of engaging protagonists (who both reform), a well-drawn group of secondary characters, and an interesting element of Regency feminism.“ —Library Journal When Charles Trent, the Earl of Bythorne and Britain’s premier rake, plummeted into Hester Blayne’s life, he proved to be as wicked and arrogant, not to say breath-stoppingly handsome as expected. The man actually expected her to take his earnest ward under her wing and persuade the damsel to marry the man of his choice. For his part, Trent found England’s premier feminist firebrand absolutely infuriating. She was plain, dedicated to her philosophy, and completely unimpressed by his charm. It was not long, however, before Hester realized that beneath Trent’s handsome exterior lay a man of sensitivity and warmth. For his part, Trent soon abandoned his prejudice against plain, dedicated firebrands and found himself drawn to Hester’s wit, charm, and intelligence. And come to think of it, she really wasn’t all that plain, was she? The battle of the sexes was about to claim two more victims, but who would be the first to concede defeat? Anne Barbour is the Romantic Times Best Regency of the Year Award– winning author of numerous romances, including Buried Secrets, A Man of Affairs, and Miss Prestwick’s Crusade. She lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780709084693 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale

The Dashing Miss Fairchild Emily Hendrickson The arrival of Miss Clare Fairchild set tongues wagging with curious questions and scandalous suppositions—why was Miss Fairchild, though both rich and beautiful, still unwed at the advanced age of 23? “Hendrickson’s latest satisfyingly sweet Regency includes a pinch of mystery and some delightful secondary characters.” —Booklist on Tabitha’s Tangle Rich and beautiful Claire Fairchild seeks diversion in Bath, desiring a change from her sister’s children. En route someone abandons an infant in her carriage prior to her departure from a Marlborough inn. The mystery deepens when no parents or nanny can be discovered. What to do? Once in Bath, Richard Talbot, an old friend, offers his help to solve the mystery. But after they confront the suspected villain, they find their lives in danger. Following several assassin attempts, Claire discovers Richard’s strength most comforting! Richard finds Claire even more enchanting than when they first met, and longs to make her his. Between the gossips of Bath and the danger of their quest, will they survive to make this possible? Emily Hendrickson’s other romances include The Ivory Dragon, Lord Huntingdon’s Legacy, The Rake’s Revenge, and Tabitha’s Tangle. She is the recipient of the Colorado Romance Writer’s Award of Excellence for The Debonair Duke. She lives in Reno, Nevada. Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780709082835 • December • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale

The Roguish Miss Penn Emily Hendrickson Lord Ramsey was willing to help Miss Penn make her stage dreams come true—but makebelieve love had a surprising way of turning to reality. Lovely Katherine Penn longs for a near impossibility: to have her play performed. Unfortunately, playwrights are considered rogues, but she is considered quite proper. Her talented group of actors welcomes the patronage of Philip, Lord Ramsey, yet unaccustomed feelings stir within Katherine when she is near this handsome gentleman. He confuses her and makes her yearn for the unknown. Meanwhile Viscount Ramsey offers his own theater for the group’s practice, a means of having the enchanting Katherine nearby. When danger suddenly rears its head and Katherine finds her life is in jeopardy, Philip does all he can to protect her, but can he save her for himself? Emily Hendrickson is the author of numerous romance novels, including The Gallant Lord Ives, Lady Sara’s Scheme, and Queen of the May.

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Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780709082613 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale

Red Dress Walking S. A. Jones A playful, engrossing novel about the power of books, love, relationships, breakdowns, and break-ups. “A clever novel.” —Books for Bookworm This is the story of an intimate circle of friends and one couple, Will and Emily, who are very much in love with each other. Will is an engineer who succeeds through hard work and determination rather than innate ability. Emily is quiet and withdrawn, working for a publisher and asserting herself only when she explores her passions of literature and cooking. Unknown to Will or her friends, Emily keeps a secret journal of stories she believes are shared with her by marginal characters from her favorite novels. These characters suddenly become increasingly real to her, and as the lines between reality and fiction begin to blur, Will, Emily, and their close circle of friends become caught up in one another’s lives in ways they never thought possible. Not long after a fourth anniversary dinner celebrating their relationship, Will is struggling to find a way to let Emily know that he wants to make a long-term commitment. He eventually stumbles upon a stunning red dress that he believes will show Emily just how much he loves and appreciates her individual style and personality, but despite his good intentions, the gift sets in motion a series of events that create a huge rift in their relationship. A thought-provoking novel of beauty, books, love, and desire, Red Dress Walking is a playful, clever, and sexy novel about men and women, the fierce friendships that women have, and what certain books mean to us. S. A. Jones is a professional writer. Fiction • 320 pp • 6 x 8.5 9781741755213 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

Alice in La La Land Sophie Lee Hollywood is anything but easy street for an aspiring actress in this comic story from acclaimed film star Sophie Lee. “An assured debut.” —Vogue Australia “Much of the book's strength and humor occur when Alice reveals the tedium (and humiliation) of the auditioning process . . . Lee's writing is fresh and snappy.” —Age A series of disasters in her home town causes actress Alice Evans to flee to Hollywood, where she finds that life is not the glittery stuff of dreams. She is forced to navigate her way around the city in a cheap, Japanese rental car, lurching from one audition to the next. She has no money in the bank, no friends, and her auditions continually fail to impress. She crashes in an apartment in the decidedly nonglamorous Miracle Mile district with an out-of-work swimsuit model and two bellicose cats who have a habit of invading her suitcase when she’s not looking. Alice begins to suspect she’s come to the worst place on earth to turn her luck around, but she’s hell bent on her mission to succeed— until a chance meeting causes her to rethink her priorities. Sophie Lee is a television and film actress whose credits include Holy Smoke and Muriel’s Wedding. Fiction • 320 pp • 5 x 8 9781741667370 • September • $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper • Random House Australia

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Gucci Mamas Cate Kendall Welcome to the world of the Carpark Mafia, the Mothers Superior, and all the other pressures of being the perfect, status-obsessed parent. “A satirical and incisively witty take on the status-obsessed mothers who gather in gaggles around the gates of private schools.” —Courier Mail “It's the juicy detail that counts and really makes this worth reading. There's Prada, passion, bitching, adultery, cosmetic surgery, people's horrible pasts coming to get them, and moments of high medical drama—it's all here between the covers. Gucci Mamas is trash and treasure all at once and it doesn't get much better than that.” —Newcastle Herald “A cheeky tale of the cashed up, socially elevated label- and looks-driven set of society [moms] . . . a fun read.” —Herald Sun Once a down-to-earth girl, Mim Woolcott now keeps Prada, Louis Vuitton, and numerous day spas in business as her life has descended into a merry-go-round of shopping, backstabbing, and snobbery. In between keeping up with the Joneses, cracks are starting to show in Mim’s perfect life as money gets tighter and her husband works ever longer hours. If her two best friends have similar problems, Mim would never know: the Gucci Mamas are far too busy picking outfits and having manicures to notice each other’s troubles. Something’s got to give, and it will take a catastrophic, life-changing event to bring Mim to her senses. Cate Kendall is the pen name for the writing team Lisa Blundell and Michelle Harmer. They are the authors of Versace Sisters. Fiction • 336 pp • 5 x 8 9781863255653 • October • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Bantam Australia

Versace Sisters Cate Kendall High fashion and high drama collide in this novel about the difficulties of life at the top. “Versace Sisters could certainly be filed under the genre chick-lit. It is in the same vein as Candace Bushnell’s One Fifth Avenue and the popular television show Desperate Housewives . . . Recommended to any fan of Marian Keyes and others of her ilk.” —Boomerang Books From the backwaters to the sophisticated streets of the city, sisters Bellarene and Serandipity have come a long way. Sera’s friends, work, home, and even her children are beautiful and well styled, but she finds herself stretched to the limit as she goes to extreme lengths to maintain the illusion of a flawless life. No wonder she relies on her friends from Stitch ‘n’ Bitch, a weekly knitting group that seems to produce lots of gossip, but few handicrafts. The group is composed of Sera’s best friend, the ditzy Mallory; flight attendant Chantrea, who balances full-time work, single parenthood, and plenty of guilt about her child-care choices; single-dad Sam; and the uptight Jacqueline, the cookie-cutter version of 1950s housewife perfection. All Sera wants is to be perfect, but a little secret continues to haunt her past. Cate Kendall is the pen name for the writing team Lisa Blundell and Michelle Harmer. They are the authors of Gucci Mamas. Fiction • 320 pp • 5 x 8 9781863256186 • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Random House Australia

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Avoiding Mr Right Anita Heiss Featuring an aboriginal heroine, a tale of putting career before love, and the rather difficult consequences. Peta Tully has found her Mr. Right; the only trouble is, she’s not sure she’s ready to settle down. So when she’s offered a contract that just might win her the job of her dreams, she puts her city life on hold, packs her bags and jumps on a plane, leaving her doting boyfriend behind. Peta takes a voluntary vow of celibacy, but sticking to it proves harder than she imagines. This is Anita Heiss’s second novel about Peta, Alice, Liza, and Dannie: four deadly, 30-something chicks from Sydney’s eastern beaches. The first novel is Not Meeting Mr Right. Anita is a writer and poet, the coeditor of Anthology of Australian Aboriginal Literature, and the author of I’m Not Racist, But . . . Fiction • 362 pp • 5 x 8 9781863256049 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Bantam Australia

Also available: Not Meeting Mr Right 9781863255110 • $15.95

Blackstrap Hawco Kenneth J. Harvey The author of The Town That Forgot How to Breathe returns with his astonishing masterwork, a Newfoundland family epic that secures his reputation as an innovative and daring international storyteller. “The book is gripping and painful but redeemed by love. Kenneth J. Harvey demonstrates the pulse of what it means to be alive.” —Alistair MacLeod, author, No Great Mischief “An eerie and gripping story, the work of an extravagantly haunted imagination.” —J. M. Coetzee, author, Disgrace, on The Town That Forgot How to Breathe “Comparisons with Stephen King’s commercial power and Annie Proulx’s literary warmth are apt . . . Harvey is an author whose storytelling prowess can speak for itself.” —Publisher’s Weekly starred review on The Town That Forgot How to Breathe

Short-listed for the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize for Best Book 2009 for the Canada and Caribbean region As the end of the 20th century nears, the Hawco family’s bloodlines have grown tainted and confused. Men fail their families through enforced idleness, and the once-vivid ghosts of their ancestors have slipped into murk, forgotten along with the rest of history. Blackstrap Hawco is a defiant man born with little more than a body and spirit that refuse to give up, and the menacing strength of pride. For the Hawcos of Newfoundland, was it not ever so? From the arrivals of the indentured Irish to the Victorian drawing rooms of the English merchants, from the perilous adventures of the seal hunt to the raucous iron ore mines, from a notorious disaster at sea to the relocation of outport communities, the Hawco story might be all the family has left. But as Blackstrap Hawco—a novel that will consume in its dazzling swirl of voices, legends, and beautiful hearsay—testifies, a story this haunting, this powerful, might just be enough. Kenneth J. Harvey is the author of Inside and The Town That Forgot How to Breathe as well as several short story collections, including Shack and The Flesh So Close. Fiction • 840 pp • 6 x 9.5 9781846551543 • September • $24.95 Paper • Harvill Secker

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Angel of Brooklyn Janette Jenkins Beautifully observed and with powerful evocation of character and place, this story traces a small village’s fascination with and later scapegoating of a glamorous newcomer. “A captivating read . . . I’ll eat my hat if it’s not top of the pack in paperback. Such a tender and moving story deserves readers—and lots of them.” —Publishing News “Jenkins’s tender narrative voice is well suited to a heroine still innocent enough to see the good in people . . . It’s a tall order to mix American Gothic with gritty Northern realism, but Jenkins likes to keep herself and her readers entertained. This invigorating novel bottles the seasonal delights of both Coney and Morecambe Bay.” —Independent In January, 1914, Jonathan Crane returns home from his travels with a new American bride, former Coney Island showgirl Beatrice. In the remote Lancashire village Beatrice is the focus of attention, the men captivated by her beauty, and the women initially charmed by tales of her upbringing in Normal, Illinois, with her father, an amateur taxidermist, and her brother, a preacher—although she will take the story of how she became the Angel of Brooklyn to her grave. But when the men head off to fight in the Great War, the glamorous newcomer slowly becomes an object of suspicion and jealousy for the women who are left behind and as the years pass and their resentment grows, Beatrice’s secret proves to be her undoing. Beautifully observed, tragic, funny, and so evocative you can taste the candy floss at Coney Island and feel the chill of wartime England, this is an extraordinary, heartbreaking story. Janette Jenkins is the author of Another Elvis Love Child and Columbus Day. Fiction • 464 pp • 5 x 8 9780099516552 • September • $14.95 Paper • Vintage UK

Berlin Poplars Anne B. Ragde Like Six Feet Under in Norway, this is a darkly comic story of a family reunion that unearths well-kept secrets. “Ragde’s writing is self-effacing and subtly crafted . . . If her other work is equally engrossing, it is high time for more of it to be translated here.” —Independent “The story is compelling and the final truth-telling is shocking.” —Times Literary Supplement “Darkly funny, grabs you at the start and doesn’t let go. Not often is a book this great . . . if you want a treat, race to get this book, because it’s truly heartwarming, and so, so funny.” —Evening Herald

Published to huge acclaim in Ragde’s native Norway, Berlin Poplars was awarded the Riksmål Prize Just before Christmas on a farm in Northern Norway, 80-year-old Anna Neshov, matriarch of a troubled family, is taken gravely ill. Her three sons have been quietly immersed in their work: one an undertaker, one a window-dresser, and the eldest running the family farm, but now they are forced to reunite for the first time in many years. Their personalities are as disparate as their careers, and tensions mount from the second they meet, climaxing over Christmas dinner when the matter of inheritance prompts the revelation of disturbing family secrets. Anne B. Ragde has created an engrossing dark comedy brought vividly to life through extraordinary characters. While perfectly in tune with their professions the Neshov sons as a family are little short of dysfunctional; nevertheless, the real theme of the novel is a sense of belonging. The farm itself defines this, with its power to draw people back to their roots, whether they like it or not. Anne B. Ragde has written more than 30 books published in her native Norway. Fiction • 298 pp • 5 x 8 9780099502579 • December • $14.95 Paper • Vintage UK

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Death of a Salaryman Fiona Campbell Like the literary lovechild of Marina Lewycka and Murakami, this sparkling debut boasts graphic-novel sharpness, humor, and poignancy, set in contemporary Japan. “Assured, wonderfully surreal, and very clever . . . will make you laugh out loud . . . well worth the read.” —Sunday Express “Utterly convincing in its description of a very different world, very funny and slightly scary.” —Paul Torday, author, Salmon Fishing in Yemen Wonderfully surreal and painfully real, this is the story of a Japanese salaryman who loses his job at a TV corporation on his 40th birthday and slips through to a different layer of society. In a shadowy world where curious characters show him the way—a traveling salesman with a passion for Elvis, a pachinko pro with dreams of returning to Hawaii, and a TV producer who will stop at nothing to get his big break—Kenji sets off on a roller-coaster ride of misadventures. Via a bizarre chain of happenstance (including being struck by lightning while wielding a golf club) he finds himself responsible for a bizarre TV reality game show. Against all odds, the salaryman dies—to be reborn as a human being. Fresh, original, and funny, this astonishing debut novel brilliantly captures the fast-changing culture of Japan and its surreal underside in an engaging portrait of an ordinary man battling with the contradictory demands of contemporary life. Fiona Campbell is a policy director for environmental campaigns. Fiction • 368 pp • 5 x 8 9780099503699 (Replaces 9780701180959) • September • $14.95 Paper • Vintage UK

Dear Everybody Michael Kimball An intense and heartbreaking novel from one of the brightest and most unusual voices in American fiction, newly released in paper. “There is a whole life contained in this slim novel, a life as funny and warm and sad and heartbreaking as any other, rendered with honest complexity and freshness by Kimball’s sharp writing.” —Los Angeles Times “In addition to writing stunning prose, Kimball evocatively hints at entire physical and emotional worlds lying just behind his story’s surface. In many cases, the author’s verbal compression both amplifies and dampens the tragic clamor of Jonathon’s letters . . . they harbor such a strange emotional power that you’ll find them hard to forget.” —Time Out New York “A reader can only embrace the open-armed Dear Everybody . . . In Bender’s unsent letters of apology or thanks, Michael Kimball transforms the familiar into the strange again and the simplest confessions are made moments of sublime wonder. Hold on to this book.” —Christine Schutt, author, Florida, a National Book Award finalist, and winner of the O. Henry Prize and Pushcart Prize Tracing the nuances of a short-lived life, this involving and sympathetically written novel maintains a tone of finely judged tension between laughter and tears. Jonathon Bender had something to tell the world, but the world wouldn’t listen. However, he left behind him unsent letters addressed to relatives, friends, neighbors, coaches, teachers, classmates, professors, roommates, psychiatrists, employers, his younger self, former girlfriends, his ex-wife, a TV station, and God, among many others. This unsent correspondence forms the narrative of a remarkable life. Michael Kimball is the author of How Much of Us There Was and The Way the Family Got Away. He lives in Baltimore. Fiction • 256 pp • 5 x 8 • Alma Books New in Paper: 9781846880834 • March • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth: 9781846880551 • Available • $19.95 (Can $21.95)

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Okei Mitsugu Saotome A sweeping novel of epic history and romance set in a period in which Japan made its transformation from the medieval period to the modern age. Set in the midst of samurai warfare in the mountainous region of Aizu in the late 19th century, Okei recounts the coming of age of a young peasant girl Okei, who falls desperately in love with the fierce warrior Sanasuma Kingo, only to learn that the world she inhabits has no place for love. The two live in entirely different worlds, and Okei must learn to understand both the nature of her hidden feelings rising within her and the arcane codes and honor system of the samurai. As the forces of the old Tugokawa order struggle to contain the imperialist army, Okei and her rural community find that exile to the New World may be their only remaining chance of survival. Epically capturing the character of a country in the midst of revolution and faced with the onset of modernity, Mitsugu Saotome’s masterful novel manages to blend vivid historical detail with a timeless tale of romance, self-discovery, and growing up. Mitsugu Saotome (1926–2008) is an author of historical fiction, focusing on Japan’s Warring States period and the transition from the premodern Tokugawa to the modern Meiji (1868–1912) era. He won the prestigious Naoki Prize for his 1968 Kyojin no ori (The Cage of the Traveler). Fiction • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9781846880704 • October • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Alma Books

The Ice Chorus Sarah Stonich Written with the subtlety and beauty that won extravagant praise for These Granite Islands, a vivid and compassionate investigation of love and memory in the Irish storytelling tradition. “Any woman who ever had her heart cracked open by a man should read The Ice Chorus, and the rest should too.” —Nuala O’Faolain, author, My Dream of You “Stonich . . . pays homage to the Irish storytelling tradition in this sophisticated and fully realized tale of love and forgiveness . . . Midlife renewal and the power of art to transform life are celebrated in this bittersweet tale.” —Publishers Weekly “Stonich effortlessly conjures multiple vivid settings and uncommonly interesting characters . . . A subtle, lovely evocation of the transforming power of love.” —Booklist Liselle never meant to fall in love. When she accompanied her archaeologist husband on a dig in Mexico, she didn’t expect to meet Charlie—a talented, fiercely intelligent painter who sees her in a way that her husband never has. Liselle enters into a brief but intense affair with him that shocks her into living again. Liselle then travels to a remote village on the west coast of Ireland. She gradually becomes acquainted with some of the locals, whose wholehearted charm and colorful stories revive her spirits and inspire her to make a documentary about their interwoven tales of romance. While she explores her fascinating new surroundings, Liselle comes to confront her own tumultuous past and her feelings for Charlie, the Welsh painter who rekindled her passions in Mexico, realizing that to tell the stories of others, she must first reveal her own. Sarah Stonich’s first novel, These Granite Islands, was translated into seven languages. It was a Barnes & Noble “Discover Great New Writers” selection, a Book Sense 76 Top Ten Pick, a finalist for France’s prestigious Grand Prix Letrices d’Elle, and a “2001 Friends of American Writers” Best Novel. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Fiction • 350 pp • 5 x 8 9781846880827 (Replaces 9780316815550) • September $14.95 (Can $16.95) New in Paper • Alma Books

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The Rat Killer Alexander Terekhov A brilliant depiction of a small, rat-infested, industrial satellite town reveals both the absurdity and horror of postcommunist Russia. “I like The Rat-Killer . . . I always do like these sardonic Russian tales—a genre on their own—that take satire to its extreme.” —Doris Lessing, Nobel Prize–winner in Literature “Fine satire in a Gogol-esque vein.” —Guardian “Funny, crazy, and wonderfully unpredictable.” —Times “Packed with forceful imagery and the slang of modern Russian . . . a racy read which is at the same time an extended metaphor and a satirical novel very much in the Russian tradition.” —Moscow Times Rats and human beings aren’t always that far apart from each other. As the political intrigue of phantasmagorical postcommunist reality develops into nightmare, the greed, cunning, and malice of the humans more and more resemble the behavior of the large communities of destructive rodents, while the rats acquire more and more human features. Svetloyar is bidding to be included in the list of historical towns making up Russia’s famous “Golden Ring,” a lucrative tourist route around Moscow. Aside from the problem that it has no history, having been entirely constructed during the Stalinist period, the place is overrun by rats and two pest-controllers are summoned from Moscow. What follows is an astute interrogation of the nature of both humanity and history, as the narrator’s desire for the regional dictator’s wife sits subtly alongside his perpetual concern for the destruction of rats. While clearly in the classical Russian tradition, the novel also incorporates the more experimental and satirical aesthetic of Soviet writers such as Bulgakov, and as the narrator’s perception of reality becomes increasingly warped, so does our experience of the almost comically grotesque landscape around him. Alexander Terekhov’s short stories have been translated into French, German, and English. Fiction • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9781846880537 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Alma Books

Each Day a Small Victory Chips Hardy Illustrations by Oscar Grillo A darkly funny tale of “rural noir” featuring a perturbed ermine who must wrestle with the brutal realities of life on the countryside. “Pulp Fiction meets The Wind in the Willows.” —Jake Arnott, author, The Long Firm trilogy “The memorable feat of a quirky and engaging imagination.” —Sir Roy Strong Max has made a name for himself as a rabid psychopath who has used random acts of violence to instigate a campaign of terror. He feels his blood-thirsty reputation is undeserved and wants to set the record straight. A quirky tale filled with black humor, this is the story of a ermine and his struggles with injustice. Chips Hardy is a playwright and television writer. Oscar Grillo is a professional animation director and illustrator. He was awarded the Palme d’ Or for his work on the film Seaside Women and has contributed to Monsters, Inc. Fiction • 240 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9781904104032 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth • Can of Worms Press

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Magnificent Bastards Rich Hall From Emmy Award–winning comedian Rich Hall, a hilarious short story collection. “If you want to understand America . . . get acquainted with . . . Rich Hall, one of the funniest, smartest American wits alive.” —Stephen Fry

Rich Hall is widely considered to be the inspiration for Moe Szyslak from The Simpsons, confirmed by Matt Groening in interviews From the grouchy, deadpan, comic genius and brilliantly witty author of Otis Lee Crenshaw: I Blame Society and Things Snowball comes this wonderful new collection of stories of magnificent bastards and lost souls. Meet the man who vacuums bewildered prairie dogs out of their burrows; a smug, carbon-neutral eco-couple; a teenage girl who invites 45,000 MySpace friends to a house party; the author of a business book entitled Highly Successful Secrets to Standing on a Corner Holding Up a Golf Sale Sign; and a man whose attempts to teach softball to a group of indolent advertising executives sparks an international crisis. With his trademark humor, this is guaranteed to delight his loyal fanbase as well as draw in new readers. Rich Hall is a comedian who has been a cast member of Not Necessarily the News and Saturday Night Live and won two Emmys for his work with David Letterman. He quit his job as a hurricane namer for the U.S. Meteorological Service 18 years ago and hasn’t looked back. Looking like a Pearl Jam roadie, Rich is a master of absurdist irony. He lives in Montana. Fiction/Humor • 224 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9780349119656 • September • $14.95 Paper • Abacus

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Sharaf Raj Kumar The first volume of a gripping trilogy set in the U.S. and the Middle-East, this is a story of love, loyalty, intrigue, suspicion, and intolerance. Maryam is the beloved daughter of Ibrahim, a high-ranking officer in the Saudi Arabian army. Ibrahim dotes on Maryam, his pride in her learning, wisdom, and independent spirit sharpened by the death of his elder son. Despite the love she shares with her family, the respect she has for her Arabian culture, and her loyalty to Islam, Maryam yearns for travel and the opportunity to continue her education in Europe. Before she can pursue her dreams, Ibrahim announces Maryam’s betrothal, her hand the fulfillment of a solemn promise made before Maryam was born to a man who once saved his life. Maryam endeavors to stifle her bitter disappointment and to honor her father’s wishes, but soon after she meets Ben, an American Jewish dentist. As Ben and Maryam pursue an increasingly intimate clandestine relationship they dare to dream of freedom and a life together. Soon Ben attracts the attention of the Muttawa—the feared Saudi religious police—and when Maryam discovers that she is pregnant, she knows that she now faces a terrifying ordeal. Raj Kumar is an artist and designer who met his wife while living and working in Saudi Arabia. Fiction • 448 pp • 5 x 8 9781905802333 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Myrmidon Books

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Not with Silver Simi Bedford Drawing on the author’s ancestral history, this vividly realized historical novel follows three generations of an African family and their experiences of slavery. “A brave, morally sophisticated epic.” —Daily Telegraph “Satisfying and traditional family saga—a total-immersion novel that sweeps the reader across centuries and continents . . . Powerful and gripping.” —Times “Wise and provocative.” —Publishers Weekly on Yoruba Girl Dancing “Funny, touching debut.” —Kirkus Reviews on Yoruba Girl Dancing

Partly based on the experiences of the author’s ancestors: her grandfather was actually loaded aboard a slave ship before he was rescued by the British navy, and members of her mother’s family made the terrible journey from the Nigeria to the plantations of the South and via Canada back to Sierra Leone. Abiola is a clever young warrior in West Africa, part of a highly developed society rich not only in trade, but also in metaphorical and spiritual understanding. But neither his prowess nor the sophistication of his culture can save him from betrayal, capture, and being sold into slavery. His name changes to Cornelius as he becomes the property of a Frenchman in the South, from whom he runs away to join the British in the Revolutionary War, hoping for a chance at freedom. He and his family eventually flee to the snowy misery of Nova Scotia, and from there are eventually repatriated back to West Africa—the story comes full circle, and Sierra Leone is named as the home of freed slaves. But all is not as Cornelius had dreamed: Sierra Leone is run, like a colony, by white men, and though slave trading is officially banned, it continues, more lucrative for being driven underground. His daughter, Epiphany, however, has discovered that she has the same gift of metaphorical and spiritual understanding as her ancestors. Simi Bedford is the author of Yoruba Girl Dancing. Fiction • 368 pp • 5 x 8 9780099445173 • September • $14.95 Paper • Vintage UK

Strange Music Laura Fish Elizabeth Barrett Browning is one of a triumvirate of women characters—along with a Creole maidservant and a former slave—in this richly complex story evoking the inescapable violence of slavery. “You won’t be able to put it down.” —Independent “A gifted writer, and her manipulation of language is her forte—brilliant, sensuous and shocking.” —Sunday Times “A provocative contribution to revisionist (and feminist) postcolonial fiction.” —Times Literary Supplement Elizabeth Barrett Browning is confined to bed, chafing against the restriction of her doctors and writing poetry and fretful letters; while at her family’s Jamaican estate Creole housekeeper Kaydia tries to protect her daughter from their predatory master, and a recently freed black slave, Sheba, mourns the loss of her lover. As Elizabeth, a passionate abolitionist, struggles to come to terms with the source of her wealth and privilege, both Sheba and Kydia fight to escape a tragic past which seems ever present. Laura Fish’s use of letters excavated from the Barrett archives as well as island dialects result in an extraordinary evocation of the dark side of the 19th century that is both horrifying and ultimately redeeming. Laura Fish is the author of Flight of Black Swans. Fiction • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9780099507987 • October • $14.95 Paper • Vintage UK

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The Same Earth Kei Miller A Jamaican Alexander McCall Smith meets Small Island by Andrea Levy. It all begins with the theft of Tessa Walcott’s polka-dot panties and a river that changes course overnight. “A humorous, bittersweet fiction, combines the fantastical realism of Marquez with the domestic comedy of Andrea Levy . . . Miller is a name to watch.” —Independent “A lovingly drawn miniature of Jamaica’s culture from the 1950s onwards . . . Miller’s narrative and emotional range is exceptional.” —Scotland on Sunday

The novel in manuscript form has already won the Una Marson Prize for Literature, the biggest literary award in Jamaica When Imelda Richardson leaves the small village of Watersgate, Jamaica, armed only with one small suitcase, she is doing so for the second time. One of the throng of young Jamaicans who left the island after the devastating hurricane of 1974, Imelda’s journey has taken her to England, to the home of ganja-growing rebel Purletta Johnson, the arms of fake Northerner Ozzie, and a law degree. But when her mother dies Imelda returns to Watersgate, choosing Jamaica over England. 1983 is still a couple of years shy of the great dancehall explosion in which artists like Shabba Ranks would sing how he “loved punany bad,” and the village is still dominated by the Evangelical church and the thundering voice of Pastor Braithwaite. When Tessa Walcott’s panties are stolen—and in the absence of Perry Mason—she and Imelda decide to set up a neighborhood watch. But they haven’t counted on Pastor Braithwaite and the crusading zeal of Evangelist Millie. As a Pentecostal fervor sweeps through the village, the tensions between old and new come to a head. Kei Miller has published several collections of poetry and a book of short stories, The Fear of Stones, which was short-listed for the Commonwealth Writer’s prize for Best First Book. Fiction • 256 pp • 5 x 8 9780753823118 • November • $14.95 Paper • Phoenix

They Is Us Tama Janowitz Oryx & Crake meets Douglas Coupland in this unforgettable vision of the future of America from one of the defining writers of the 1980s. “Janowitz built a following with Slaves of New York (1986), one of the defining books of the 1980s, and she also won acclaim for her recent novel A Certain Age (1999). Readers will be interested in her latest.” —Booklist on Peyton Amberg “Great! Sizzling! Wow!” —Andy Warhol on Slaves of New York Years from now America finds itself split between the rich and the poor. The haves live in luxury within the small regions that remain unpolluted, while the have-nots inhabit a toxic suburbia full of terrorism, crime, and genetic mutations—perhaps not all that different from today. This is the story of one family from the poor side. Julie has a job as a summer intern at an animal laboratory. She can’t resist taking home the discarded mutants and her house is filled with genetic castoffs. Her mother, Murielle, has kicked out her stepfather and now, seemingly from nowhere, finds herself subject to the attentions of multimillionaire businessman A. J. M. Bishrop—who is only dating Murielle because he wants to get Julie’s underage sister into bed. Just your typical American family story. Set against a backdrop of increasingly invasive technology, growing pollution, and the president’s impending gay marriage (to be broadcast live across the nation), Tama Janowitz has written a prophetic novel which is funny, and frequently hilarious, but so uncannily believable that it is chilling to read. This really could be the future. Tama Janowitz vaulted to literary stardom with the bestselling Slaves of New York, becoming “the Most Talked About Writer of the Year” according to Women’s Wear Daily. Her stories have appeared in such diverse magazines as New Yorker, Paris Review, Spin, Bomb, and Interview. Her other titles include A Certain Age and Peyton Amberg. She lives in New York City. Fiction • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9781906321307 • September • $13.95 Paper • The Friday Project

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The Birds, the Bees and Other Secrets Frances Garrood Featuring a bizarre but loveable range of characters, a story about the aftereffects of an eccentric childhood and an unusual family. It is the early 1960s, and 13-year-old Cassandra Fitzpatrick is growing up in a household full of waifs, strays, and general misfits. Despite her unorthodox home life, she is generally content until something happens that turns her life upside down. Cass’s unhappiness deepens when she wins a scholarship to a boarding school and is torn away from all she knows and loves, in particular her adored—if wildly unconventional—mother. Years later, as her beloved mother lies dying from cancer, a grown-up Cass begins to reassess the experiences, good and bad, of her past. Moving and humorous, this is a novel about the brevity of childhood and a reminder that love can be found in the most unexpected places. Frances Garrood is the author of Dead Ernest. 304 pp • 9780230736269 • February

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The Sleepwalker’s Introduction to Flight Siôn Scott-Wilson A heartrending, riotous, and brilliantly subversive coming-of-age tale, featuring a darkly humorous cast of misfits. “A humorous, moving, and eloquent debut.” —Bookseller Dreaming of joining the brotherhood of Acapulcan cliff divers, young Mikey Hough rigs a diving platform in the garden of his suburban home. His first attempt goes rather awry, however, and two years later, he finally awakes from his coma. Mikey soon befriends Roger, an elderly ex-pilot hospitalized when his precious Distinguished Flying Cross medal was violently stolen from him. Mikey soon learns that his own disastrous attempt at flight has damaged his Suprachiasmatic Nucleus, destroying his ability to sleep. The medical profession can do nothing for him, and he is sent home from the hospital to die. One night, a despondent Mikey stumbles across Livia, the cynical local teenager. Together they decide to track down Roger’s stolen medal, and so begins a remarkable, picaresque journey into the dark heart of suburbia during which the fearless Mikey and Livia confront a sprawling cast of pensioners, policemen, and criminals. As they hurtle toward daybreak, they persuade Roger to undertake one last, gut-wrenching sortie into the night skies. Siôn Scott-Wilson works in advertising and has won many industry awards for his television work, including a BAFTA nomination. 336 pp • 9780330460811 • November

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The Biographer Virginia Duigan Featuring a passionate love story, ambition, and intrigue, this is a moving investigation of human frailty. “A clear light on the ruthless habits of biography. Marvelous.” —Drusilla Modjeska, author, The Orchard “The backgrounds have a physical richness, and the portrayal of artistic life and conflicts is convincingly achieved.” —Christopher Koch, author, The Year of Living Dangerously “Duigan’s novel is a gripping study of the duel between the woman with a secret and the biographer who senses her fear. Beautifully paced, and even more sinister for its decorous setting, The Biographer offers the elements of a detective story and a debate on biography's methods and ethics in a sympathetically drawn human situation.” —Age Greer Gordon lives in Italy with Mischa Svoboda, a driven Czech-born painter with a booming international reputation. Their explosive love affair caused Greer to abandon her husband and job, to sever all contact with home, and to embark upon a nomadic life with Mischa. Tony, a young American art critic, has been researching a biography of Mischa and has come to the small Italian hilltop community where they now live to interview the artist. Greer is consumed by anxiety, fearing Tony may have unearthed a buried secret she had intended to write out of her life story. It soon becomes clear that Tony is manipulating the couple in order to produce a more exciting conclusion to his book. As her hand is slowly forced, Greer must finally examine her past actions, and in the process she makes a life-changing discovery. Virginia Duigan is a former film and television writer who has contributed to the Observer and the Times. She is the author of Days Like These. Fiction • 336 pp • 5 x 8 9781741667158 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Vintage Australia

The Book of Emmett Deborah Forster Forster’s debut novel is a powerful and emotional work that begins with the funeral of Emmett, the protagonist. “Deborah Forster is a writer in a class of her own . . . [she] has used an angel’s phrasebook to make a story that’s as beautiful as hope, as real as truth.” —Kaz Cooke, author, Kid Wrangling “Brilliant. A story of such gently savage emotional intensity it stays with you long after you've turned the last page.” —Susan Duncan, author, Salvation Creek Emmett Brown was a charming young man who quoted poetry and read to his wife and young family from the great novels of the world. But failed efforts to win a fortune at the racetracks turned Emmett into a broken-down, gambling drunk who terrorized his wife and children. Starting at Emmett’s funeral and reflecting back, the two eldest Brown children— Louise and Rob—recount the rise and fall of their family. Each of Emmett’s children must address the fallout of Emmett, and each comes to discover that they loved and learned from their father in both his golden and his dark days. Deborah Forster is a former journalist. Fiction • 304 pp • 5 x 8 9781741667868 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Vintage Australia

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Other People’s Husbands Judy Astley With her marriage on the rocks, Sara begins to find a new love in a very unexpected place, but will the guilt be too much to bear? “As irresistible as triple choc fudge cake with extra cream.” —Mail on Sunday “A fun romp . . . funny and surprisingly thought provoking.” —Daily Express “You’ll love this funny novel.” —Sun Sara’s mother told her that she shouldn’t marry Conrad, that the 25-year age gap between them would be their downfall. Conrad, a famous painter, has decided that it would be good to die before he gets seriously old, and so spends his time sorting out his chaotic life. Meanwhile Sara—when not teaching art at a local college—finds that she has plenty of male company in the form of other people’s husbands, all of whom are just good friends to her. But there’s one man that she somehow never gets around to mentioning to Conrad, and suddenly her little secret begins to impact the rest of her life. Judy Astley is the author of several novels, including Blowing It, Laying the Ghost, and No Place for a Man. Fiction • 336 pp • 5 x 8 9780552774642 (Replaces 9780593060568) • January • $13.95 Paper • Black Swan

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A Dark Enchantment Roland Vernon A maelstrom of romance, political intrigue, and life-or-death drama, this captivating thriller is set in 19th-century Greece. “A rousing, red-blooded tale with colorful characters in an exotic setting.” —Joanne Harris, author, The Girl with No Shadow “This hugely enjoyable novel fairly rattles along at an ever-increasing, page-turning rate . . . Vernon writes with all the assurance of an old pro, strong on character and good at finding the telling detail.” —Daily Mail “A wonderful debut novel that completely transports you to another time and place . . . richly rewarding.” —Sunday Express Godwin Tudor, a young English photographer recently arrived in Athens, is intrigued by the mysterious, maverick British landowner Edgar Brooke, whose vast estate dominates the island of Pyroxenia. While visiting Brooke’s remote home, Godwin is enchanted by the breathtaking landscape and his host’s capricious young daughter Lydia. But all is not as it seems, and inadvertently Godwin finds himself drawn into the center of a dangerous political conspiracy. As events spiral out of control, Godwin does his best to play the diplomat in a terrifying international incident, but the consequences prove more devastating than he can imagine. Roland Vernon is the author of Star in the East. Fiction • 496 pp • 5 x 8 9780552775007 • October • $13.95 Paper • Black Swan

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Punk Fiction An Anthology of Short Stories Inspired by Punk Rock Edited by Janine Bullman Foreword by Johnny Marr Featuring a foreword by legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, a collection of punkinspired short stories by more than 30 acclaimed musicians and artists. The legacy of punk rock is not merely musical but in fact can be found in an astounding variety of cultural media, including literature. From a cast of authors at the forefront of contemporary popular culture who have been—and continue to be—influenced by punk music, each tale in this dazzling collection of short stories has been inspired by a punk song. With contributors ranging from Kele Okereke of Bloc Party to Billy Bragg and Lydia Lunch, this is a fantastic and fascinating look at the dramatic impact punk rock has made on today’s artists, musicians, and authors. Janine Bullman runs the newly established music PR agency Notorious PR, whose list of clients include Johnny Marr, Bloc Party, and the Rakes to name a few. She has garnered a decade’s worth of experience as a press agent via her work with everyone from Elvis Presley to the Libertines. Johnny Marr rose to fame as the guitarist for the Smiths, where he formed a prolific songwriting partnership with Morrissey. He is currently in the band the Cribs. Fiction/Music • 288 pp • 5 x 7 9781906032661 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth • Portico

Crap Lyrics A Celebration of the Very Worst Pop Lyrics of All Time . . . Ever! Johnny Sharp The very best of the very worst music has to offer, including awkward phrases, clumsy clichés, and mixed metaphors. Songwriters often don’t seem to bother with the basic laws of the English language. Bob Dylan is famous for “Blowing in the Wind” but less known for his quite original line “wiggle, wiggle, like a bowl of soup;” Duran Duran sang “you’re about as easy as a nuclear war” in “Is There Something I Should Know,” and Spandau Ballet even named a song, “Instinction,” which is in fact not a real word. The airwaves are crammed with terrible titles and nonsensical lyrics, and this hilarious compendium catalogs and identifies the very worst offenders. Johnny Sharp is a music critic who writes regularly for the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian, and Q magazine. Music/Humor • 192 pp • 5 x 8 9781906032593 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper • Portico

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Fortunate Son The Unlikely Rise of Keith Urban Jeff Apter From his unusual Aussie roots to his worldwide success, a close look at the life of one of country music’s most astounding stars. “If you only ever read gossip magazines, you'd be forgiven for assuming that Keith Urban is nothing more than a put-upon cuckold. Ditch Woman's Day and get the real skinny on the Aussie country star.” —Rolling Stone “What did Keith Urban ever do to Jeff Apter? Surely nothing to warrant the mullet sporting gap-toothed snap in this bare-all bio's centerfold! It's unforgiving, as are all the normally hush-hush details of his life splattered across its pages.” —OK! magazine Born in New Zealand in 1967 and raised in Australia, Keith Urban has unlikely roots for one of the world’s biggest country music stars. His success is undeniable: to date he has sold more than five million albums, written five number-one singles, and his shows sell out in minutes to throngs of country fans across the U.S. His very public relationship with Nicole Kidman—whom he married in an A-list affair in 2006—earned Urban a totally new audience, with gossip magazines across the planet tracking their relationship and the recent birth of their long-wished-for child, Sunday Rose. Frank, this insider’s biography reveals how Keith Urban lived out his childhood dream, as well as the price he’s had to pay to reach the top of the music business. Jeff Apter is a former music editor at Rolling Stone and has contributed to Vogue and GQ magazines. He is the author of several music biographies, including The Dave Grohl Story, Jeff Buckley, and A Pure Drop. Biography/Music • 320 pp • 6 x 9 • 26 Color Photos • 4 B/W Photos 9781741668087 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper William Heinemann Australia

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The Smiths Songs That Saved Your Life Revised edition Simon Goddard Now corrected and revised to include interviews with guitarist Johnny Marr and producer John Porter and previously unpublished stills of the band. “A mighty achievement.” —MOJO They were the most outstanding British guitar group of the 1980s, and one of the most successful indie acts of all time. Morrissey, Johnny Marr, Andy Rourke, and Mike Joyce— better known as the Smiths—created just four studio albums during their brief career together, but left an influential legacy that can still be heard in many of the groups that followed in their wake. In the new edition of this indispensable guide, the exhaustive track-by-track commentary has the input and full cooperation of Mike Joyce, as well as contributions from Andy Rourke and Johnny Marr. Drawing upon the group’s private collection of studio tapes, Goddard describes numerous previously unheard takes, and reveals for the first time the names and details of songs that were never released. The book is illustrated with outstanding examples of the group’s distinctive record covers, and scores of rare stills. Simon Goddard is a music journalist who writes for publications such as Q, and has written liner notes for musicians including Nico and Siouxsie and the Banshees. Music • 360 pp • 5 x 8 • 40 Color Illustrations 9781905287963 (Replaces 9781905287147) • October $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Reynolds & Hearn

The Complete David Bowie Expanded and Updated Edition Nicholas Pegg Critically acclaimed since its first edition and now again extensively expanded and updated, this fifth edition explores every facet of Bowie’s career in revealing depth and detail. “Pegg eloquently catalogues Bowie’s proclivity for making radical jumps from one musical and fashion motif to another.” —Publishers Weekly From the 11-year-old’s skiffle performance at the 18th Bromley Scouts’ Summer Camp in 1958 to the 57-year-old’s health problems on the 2004 world tour and subsequent low-key activities, this book discusses and dissects every last move in rock’s most fascinating career. A detailed production history and analysis is presented for each album, from 1967’s David Bowie to 2003’s Reality, as well as the recent Best of Bowie DVD and the anniversary reissues of classic albums such as Aladdin Sane and Black Tie White Noise. Hundreds of individual entries reveal the facts and anecdotes behind specific songs—not just the famous recordings, but also the most obscure of unreleased rarities, from “Absolute Beginners” to “Ziggy Stardust” and from “Abdulmajid” to “Zion.” Other incredibly detailed subjects covered include the tours—set lists and histories of every live show and Bowie as actor—a complete guide to his stage and screen work, the videos, the BBC radio sessions, the paintings, the internet, and, for true Bowie fanatics, the most exhaustive day-by-day calendar of Bowie’s career ever published. Nicholas Pegg is an actor, playwright, theater director, and journalist. Biography/Music • 660 pp • 7.5 x 9 9781905287970 (Replaces 9781905287154) • November $29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper • Reynolds & Hearn

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Dancing in the Darkness Frankie Poullain After rocketing to dizzying heights of fame overnight and barely surviving it, the one-time pirate bass warrior of the Darkness offers an illustrated alternative self-help book based on the philosophy of disaster. This is one man’s guide to begging for sex, smuggling drugs, and pretending to be rock ‘n’ roll— just take up what you are worst at, hold on tight, and enjoy the ride! In this offbeat, hilarious, harebrained manual on fame, fortune, and the universe, Frankie offers a unique slant on the bigger questions in life in an attempt to help readers (and himself) arrive at a greater understanding of the world through the excesses of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll. Thanks to a revolutionary process called the Mind Sweeper, devised by his Polish cleaner, he is able to make sense of his life before, during, and after “that band” he played in. Frankie Poullain was a Venezuelan tour guide until he was bullied into playing bass guitar for glam-metal pranksters the Darkness. Autobiography/Music • 196 pp • 5 x 7 1/2 • 43 Line Drawings 9781844545445 • September • $22.95 (Can $25.95) Cloth • John Blake

Amy Winehouse The Biography Chas Newkey-Burden The tumultuous life of the beehived singer and songwriter, now a five-time Grammy Award winner. An indisputable musical icon and controversial celebrity figure, Amy Winehouse’s unique blend of jazz, pop, and soul singing and songwriting have brought her a host of awards—including two prestigious Ivor Novellos and five Grammys—as well as an army of committed fans who adore her rich voice and painfully honest lyrics. Meanwhile, wild stories about her turbulent and hedonistic personal life have kept Amy in the headlines. She is a daily fixture in the tabloids and a fascination of celebrity magazines, yet she also holds the respect of many serious musicians. This remarkable biography traces the life of the tattooed wonder from her childhood pranks in north London through her days at the Sylvia Young Theatre School and her time spent working with pop impresario Simon Fuller, up to the talented and rebellious Amy Winehouse of today. Chas Newkey-Burden is the author of Paris Hilton and Great Email Disasters and coauthor of Not in My Name: A Compendium of Modern Hypocrisy. He has interviewed and profiled a host of celebrities, including David Beckham, Ricky Gervais, and Jenna Jameson. Biography/Music • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 32 Color Photos • John Blake New in Paper: 9781844547210 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth: 9781844545636 • Available • $26.95 (Can $29.95)

Madonna v Guy The Inside Story of the Most Sensational Divorce in Showbiz Douglas Thompson Exclusive interviews with the Material Girl’s family, friends, lovers, enemies, and colleagues help tell the story of the clash of cultures that ended the Mr. and Mrs. Madonna fairy tale. Cynics predicted instant doom for macrobiotic Madonna and pub-loving moviemaker Guy Richie’s union, but it lasted almost eight extraordinary years, all kicked off by a four-day celebrity carnival of a Highland marriage at a historic Scottish castle. The phenomenal partnership of the self-created entertainment sensation and the very British bloke remains a global fascination. Its conclusion has only heightened the interested of what went on—and what went wrong—during the marriage. This roller-coaster ride of a story covers Madonna’s private life in America and London, her tastes, tantrums, fears, joys, and the truth behind her turbulent relationships. Having reported on Madonna for nearly two decades, Douglas Thompson now gives the full account of their turbulent time together. He explains why Madonna, the mistress of reinvention, decided at 50 to rewrite the midlife rules. He is the author of more than 20 books, including Clint Eastwood and Leonardo DiCaprio. Biography/Music • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 16 Color Photos 9781844547913 • September • $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper • John Blake

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Sun King The Life and Times of Sam Phillips, the Man Behind Sun Records Kevin Crouch and Tanja Crouch Complete with a full Sun Records discography, this biography of the often overlooked Sam Phillips—a pivotal player in the careers of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Howlin’ Wolf, and more— is an indispensable document in the history of rock music. Music producer Sam Phillips and his landmark studio, Sun Records, hold a unique place in the history of rock ‘n’ roll. By many accounts, before Phillips recorded “Rocket 88” by Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats in 1951, rock ‘n’ roll as we know it didn’t even exist. Phillips is simultaneously hailed as the man who discovered Elvis Presley and derided as the man who sold the same artist to RCA for a paltry $35,000. The list of musical legends that passed through the doors of Sun Records is simply astounding, including BB King, Ike Turner, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, and Jerry Lee Lewis. Stripping away the glossy veneer of legend around the Phillips story—which, like his signature sound, was much the result of his own careful crafting—this story reveals a man who, from a very young age, heard a musical sound that no one else heard. Kevin Crouch is the former archivist for the Roy Orbison estate. Tanja Crouch worked in the music business for more than 15 years, most notably as an agent for artists such as Carl Perkins, Randy Travis, and Vince Gill, and as the vice president of Roy Orbison’s estate. Her other books include 100 Careers in Film and Television and 100 Careers in the Music Business. Biography/Music • 256 pp • 5 x 8 9780749929466 • January • $14.95 Paper • Piatkus Books

The Complete Kylie Minogue Simon Sheridan A detailed retrospective of all the performer’s TV acting roles, big-screen-movies, albums, singles, and live concerts, complete with lavish photographs and rare memorabilia. “A sumptuous book.” —San Francisco Bay Guardian A global superstar for more than 20 years now, there are plenty of Kylie Minogue career moments to document in this definitive overview of her performances. From her days as a young TV actress and movie star to her worldwide domination of the music charts as one of the globe’s bestselling and best-loved pop stars, this book covers it all. Kylie has always been an expert at changing her look, from innocent, fresh-faced teenager to confident, sexy showgirl. But she is more than just an image—she is a worldwide phenomenon. Her multifaceted career and her three decades of unparalleled success are cataloged in this celebration of all things Kylie. Simon Sheridan is the author of The A–Z of Classic Children’s Television, Come Play with Me, and Keeping the British End Up. Biography/Performing Arts • 296 pp • 7 x 9.5 • 32 B/W Illustrations 9781905287895 (Replaces 9781905287604) • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) New in Paper Reynolds & Hearn

My Life, My Way Cliff Richard Updated with a chapter on his 50th-anniversary celebrations, the personal story of one of the biggest-selling music artists of all time is packed with unseen pictures and untold stories, fascinating memorabilia, and a host of unique visual memories. Sir Cliff Richard has sold more than 250 million records around the world since he burst onto the music scene in 1958. In a world fuelled by drink, sex, and drugs, he is perennially attractive without any of those things that keep other singers’ profiles high. Now, working with the highly acclaimed biographer and journalist Penny Junor, Cliff speaks freely and frankly about his 50 years in pop music, including a chapter on America and many mentions of his U.S. tours. Inspirational and hugely talented, his extraordinary story is one to read and treasure for the next 50 years. Cliff Richard is a singer and actor whose best-known singles include We Don’t Talk Anymore, which sold 1 million copies in the U.S., and the duet Suddenly with Olivia Newton-John. He was the first rock star to be knighted. He lives part of the time in New York City. Autobiography/Music • 320 pp • 5 x 8 • 40 Color Photos • 60 B/W Photos • Headline Review New in Paper: 9780755315895 • March • $14.95 Cloth: 9780755315888 • Available • $29.95

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Venn That Tune Bringing the Poetry of Maths to the Magic of Pop! Andrew Viner Classic song titles and lyrics—from Eternal Flame to Pappa’s Got a Brand New Bag and many more—are presented in the form of Venn diagrams in this hilarious compendium. “A middle ground exists between the intersecting circles of pop and maths, and it is occupied by Venn That Tune, which translates hit records into smart, occasionally unfathomable, graphs and diagrams.” —Times Venn diagrams are illustrations used to show all of the possible logical relationships between groups of things. They normally consist of overlapping circles. Diagrams, graphs, and pie charts pit memorable song lyrics against the stark light of logic to produce a fresh perspective on classic and hit songs in this ingenious, inspired, and utterly addictive book. The relationship between money and problems is thoroughly charted, and the price of that doggie in the window is given full analysis. Thanks to this clever and entertaining collection, Venn diagrams have never looked so cool. Andrew Viner is a comedy animator and prize-winning television scriptwriter. Music • 128 pp • 5.5 x 7.5 • B/W Diagrams and Graphs Throughout 9780340964507 (Replaces 9780340955673) • Delayed $12.95 New in Paper • Hodder & Stoughton

Studio Ghibli The Films of Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata Colin Odell and Michelle Le Blanc Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, the Oscar-winning Spirited Away—these acclaimed films and more are included in this examination of all the major works of the Japanese animation studio.

The Studio Ghibli movies are all available on DVD through Disney The animations of Japan’s Studio Ghibli are amongst the highest regarded in the movie industry. Their delightful films rank alongside the most popular non-English language films ever made, with each new eagerly anticipated release a guaranteed box-office smash. Yet this highly profitable studio has remained fiercely independent, producing a stream of imaginative and individual animations. The studio’s founders, longtime animators Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, have created timeless masterpieces. Although their films are distinctly Japanese, their themes are universal—humanity, community, and a love for the environment. No other film studio, animation or otherwise, comes close to matching Ghibli for pure cinematic experience. All their major works are examined here, as well the early output of Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, exploring the cultural and thematic threads that bind these films together. Colin Odell and Michelle Le Blanc are the coauthors of Horror Films, Jackie Chan, John Carpenter, Tim Burton, and Vampire Films, and contributors to Alter Image and The Greenwood Encyclopaedia of Science Fiction and Fantasy. Film • 160 pp • 5.5x 7.5 • 16 Color Photos 9781842432792 • September • $24.95 Paper • Kamera Books

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10,000 Ways to Die A Director’s Take on the Spaghetti Western Alex Cox A completely new chronological history of the Spaghetti Western, beginning with Corbucci’s Red Pastures, as seen through the eyes of a fine filmmaker. “Cox’s at-times bizarre perspective is reigned in with a funny, conversational style and eye for detail that propel all ten of these fascinating nuts-and-bolts essays . . . will also benefit . . . anyone who appreciates the fringe-dwelling, indiefilm tradition.” —Publishers Weekly starred review on X Films “40 years ago as a graduate student I wrote a book about Spaghetti Westerns, called 10,000 Ways to Die. It’s an embarrassing tome when I look at it now: full of halfassed semiotics and other attenuated academic nonsense. In the intervening period I have had the interesting experience of being a film director. So now, when I watch these films, I’m looking at them from a different perspective. A professional perspective, maybe . . . I’m thinking about what the filmmakers intended, how they did that shot, how the director felt when his film was recut by the studio, and he was creatively and financially screwed. 10,000 Ways to Die is an entirely new book about an understudied subject, the Spaghetti Western, from a director’s POV. Not only have these films stood the test of time; some of them are very high art.” —Alex Cox Maverick director Alex Cox has directed such acclaimed films as Repo Man, Sid & Nancy, Straight to Hell, Death and the Compass, Walker, and Searchers 2.0. He’s also the author of X Films: True Confessions of a Radical Filmmaker, and has written on film for publications including Film Comment, the Guardian, the Independent, and Sight and Sound. Film • 352 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 16 Color Photos 9781842433041 • September • $26.95 Paper • Kamera Books

Spaghetti Westerns Howard Hughes Including such details as notes on Ennio Morricone’s fabulous groundbreaking Western scores, Howard Hughes analyzes the entire genre—from the mainstream offerings to more offbeat oddities—and assesses its impact on modern cinema. “A deftly written collection of essays, full of fascinating insight, this will be a must for fellow travellers on the sagebrush trail.” —Film Review on Stagecoach to Tombstone “Howard’s take on these films is consistently fresh and intelligent . . . an excellent read.” —Alex Cox, filmmaker, on Crime Wave They are tough. They are mean. They are the fastest, coolest gunslingers of the 1960s, and they don’t talk much. They are the heroes of the Italian Spaghetti West and they changed the Western forever. Clint Eastwood’s poncho-clad, cigar smoking Man With No Name is the enduring symbol of the genre and his Dollars trilogy with Sergio Leone reinvented action cinema, adding a European freshness to the time-worn Western myths. But Leone and Eastwood weren’t the only hombres to saddle up and head west, and this guide rounds up and reviews the best of a very wild bunch, including perennial cult classics Django, The Big Gundown, Django Kill, and They Call Me Trinity. He also charts the Spaghetti Western careers of actors like Lee Van Cleef, Terence Hill, and Klaus Kinski as they rode the trail to international success. As well as an introduction to the genre, 31 of the best Spaghetti Westerns are analyzed in detail and there is a comprehensive multimedia reference section. Howard Hughes is the author of Crime Wave: The Filmgoer’s Guide to the Great Crime Movies, Once Upon a Time in the Italian West: The Filmgoers’ Guide to Spaghetti Westerns, and Stagecoach to Tombstone: The Filmgoers’ Guide to the Great Westerns. Film • 160 pp • 5.5 x 7.5 9781842433034 (Replaces 9781903047422) • October • $18.95 Paper Kamera Books

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Alan Moore Lance Parkin From his earliest work through Lost Girls, a comprehensive overview of the artist who has written definitive stories of Batman and Superman, penned some of the most widely read graphic novels of all time, and helped turn comics into an indispensable art form. For more than 30 years, from his earliest work in underground Arts Lab projects, through the From Hell and America’s Best Comics period, to the current and controversial Lost Girls, Moore has pushed the perimeter of the comic’s medium. Moore’s work crosses genre boundaries like few others, ranging from farce and high comedy to the dark, grim work that epitomized the graphics novel and comics revolution of the late 1980s. This book examines recurring themes and how Moore’s work has evolved over the years from his early comic work in Captain Britain and 2000 AD, through milestone series like V for Vendetta, Miracleman, Swamp Thing, and Watchmen, to the genre-stretching works Lost Girls and The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. As well as an introductory essay, this book is a comprehensive survey of the many faces of Alan Moore’s career—Moore the pop icon, Moore the performance artist and magician, Moore the novelist and, above all, Moore the writer who helped change the face of comics forever. It also contains a complete list of his works, including projects that never saw the light of day. Lance Parkin is the author of Ahistory and Dark Matters. Graphic Novels/Literary Criticism • 160 pp • 5 x 8 9781842432846 (Replaces 9781903047705) • September • $12.95 Paper Pocket Essentials

English Gothic A Century of Horror Cinema Jonathan Rigby Foreword by Barbara Shelley Afterword by David McGillivray “Don’t even try to discuss British horror films until you’ve read it.” —SFX “Jonathan Rigby . . . buries any lingering doubts about his country’s unique and considerable contributions to the genre. A deliciously chilling ride.” —Publishers Weekly “Authoritative . . . an essential purchase.” —Empire “A major achievement.” —Film Review “I cannot recommend it highly enough.” —Shivers The British horror film is almost as old as cinema itself. From its 19th-century beginnings to the present day, this expanded and updated history of the rise and fall of the genre encompasses the lost films of the silent era, the Karloff and Lugosi chillers of the 1930s, the lurid Hammer classics, and the explicit shockers of the 1970s. Jonathan Rigby applies his incisive scrutiny to a selection of 100 crucial movies from the genre’s boom period—1954 to 1975—before considering more recent titles such as Shaun of the Dead. Filled with film posters, stills, and behind-the-scenes shots, this entertaining and revealing study sheds new light on British cinema’s most successful—and most misunderstood—export. Jonathan Rigby is the author of American Gothic and Christopher Lee. Barbara Shelley was dubbed the First Lady of British Horror for her roles in such Hammer films as Dracula, Prince of Darkness, and The Gorgon. David McGillivray is a screenwriter, film critic, and the author of Doing Rude Things. Film • 272 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Illustrations 9781905287093 (Replaces 9781905287369) • December • $32.95 (Can $36.95) Paper Reynolds & Hearn

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HOLLYWOOD FILMMAKING Joel Finler In this new series of lavish and detailed pictorial histories, internationally renowned film historian Joel Finler looks behind the scenes at Hollywood filmmaking decade by decade, from the birth of the great studios in the silent era to the revolutionary changes of the 1960s and 1970s. Each: Film • 8.5 x 10.5 • 200 Color Illustrations November • $26.95 (Can $29.95) Cloth • Reynolds & Hearn

Joel Finler was the first film critic for London’s Time Out magazine. He is the author of numerous books on cinema, including Hollywood Stills, The Hollywood Story, and Silent Cinema.

Hollywood Filmmaking: The 1930s Behind the Scenes From Cleopatra to Cagney to Carole Lombard, an in-depth look at Hollywood during the decade of the rise of the studio system. “More than lives up to its claims . . . For all those unable to store sixty years of Variety under the bed, Mr. Finler has performed an invaluable service.” — Economist on The Hollywood Story Looking at the great variety of productions that made up the studios’ output during the classic period of the early talkies, this history also explores the innovative techniques and exciting collaboration between producers, writers, directors, stars, and studio heads that characterized this golden age. Finler traces the development of key 1930s genres such as the musical, the gangster film, horror, and screwball comedy. The book provides a detailed, behind-the-scenes view of such major productions as Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, It Happened One Night, His Girl Friday, Only Angels Have Wings, The Roaring Twenties, and Shanghai Express. Stars and directors featured in depth include Frank Capra, Claudette Colbert, Cary Grant, Cecil B. DeMille, Marlene Dietrich, John Ford, Clark Gable, Alfred Hitchcock, Howard Hawks, and Raoul Walsh, as well as a surprise appearance from Noël Coward. 176 pp • 9781905287987

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Hollywood Filmmaking: The 1950s Behind the Scenes The postwar heyday of studio-led productions also contained the first stirrings of new approaches to filmmaking that would transform the industry in the following decade. Finler takes the reader behind the cameras, into the studio, and on location for such major productions as Around the World in 80 Days, Ben-Hur, Gigi, Marty, North by Northwest, On the Waterfront, Rear Window, Rebel Without a Cause, The Searchers, Some Like It Hot, The Day the Earth Stood Still, and Written on the Wind, lifting the lid on the movie magic of a golden Hollywood age. Stars and directors whose work is featured in depth include Marlon Brando, Cyd Charisse, Montgomery Clift, James Dean, John Ford, Cary Grant, Alfred Hitchcock, Grace Kelly, Vincente Minnelli, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Rod Steiger, and John Wayne. 160 pp • 9781905287994

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REX COLLECTIONS Ray Tedman Each: Biography/Film • 8.5 x 11.5 • 200 Color Illustrations $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Reynolds & Hearn Ray Tedman's other books in the Rex Collection include The Beatles on Television, Led Zeppelin, and Queen.

Johnny Depp From Edward Scissorhands and What’s Eating Gilbert Grape to the forthcoming Public Enemies and Alice in Wonderland, this lavish pictorial tribute covers the whole of Depp’s astonishing and always visually striking career. Johnny Depp is a modern phenomenon—a star completely at home in movies as diverse as Ed Wood, Pirates of the Caribbean, Before Night Falls, Finding Neverland, Sweeney Todd, and The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Admired by fans and other actors of all generations, Depp brilliantly combines an offbeat appeal in his more quirky roles with the ability to capture the imagination of the worldwide audiences in bigbudget movies. More than 200 previously unseen photographs from the Rex archives are paired with incisive captions and insightful text. 176 pp • 9781905287260 • January

Heath Ledger More than 200 previously unseen photographs from the archives of Rex Features are included in this handsome pictorial tribute to Ledger’s inspiring and all-toobrief career. Heath Ledger’s tragic death cut short a career that seemed headed for the very highest level of stardom. Ledger’s easygoing charisma and powerful, understated acting formed a unique combination that seemed destined to shine for many years to come. His groundbreaking performance in Brokeback Mountain led to roles as diverse as the title role in Casanova, Bob Dylan in I’m Not There, the Joker in The Dark Knight, and one of the four “Tonys” in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. More great performances would doubtless have followed, were it not for the actor’s tragic death in January 2008. 160 pp • 9781905287635 • October

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Johnny Depp A Kind of Illusion Fourth edition Denis Meikle A fully updated exploration of how Hollywood’s most versatile and enigmatic star successfully pursued an unlikely career as both movie icon and cult actor. “Film historian Meikle . . . tells the story of the young man from Kentucky by way of Depp’s more than two dozen films.” —Publishers Weekly Examining the career of an actor who excels at choosing sophisticated mainstream movie roles and cult material alike, this exciting screen biography explores Johnny Depp’s career—from his breakthrough roles in Edward Scissorhands, Benny & Joon, and What’s Eating Gilbert Grape; through his classic performances in Ed Wood, Dead Man, Donnie Brasco, Sleepy Hollow, From Hell, and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise; right up to his most recent films, including Sweeney Todd. Exploring the effects that Depp’s new critical and commercial stature may have on the direction of his future career, this updated edition includes details of the forthcoming films The Rum Diary, Shantaram, and The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Denis Meikle is the author of A History of Horrors: The Rise and Fall of the House of Hammer, Jack the Ripper: The Murders and the Movies and Vincent Price: The Art of Fear. Biography/Film • 432 pp • 5 x 8 • 32 Color Photos 9781905287901 (Replaces 9781905287581) • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper Reynolds & Hearn

My Word Is My Bond The Autobiography Roger Moore Written with his trademark style, candor, charm, and wit, Roger Moore covers every area of his personal life as well as his long and illustrious career. “The funniest film memoir since David Niven’s The Moon’s Balloon.” —Daily Mail The quintessential suave hero, Roger Moore has enjoyed a successful career that has spanned seven decades, from early television through the golden age of Hollywood and on to international superstardom. Dashing, handsome, and every inch the archetypal English gentleman, he is most widely known for making seven blockbuster films as arguably the most debonair 007 of all time. He has worked with some of the world’s most legendary stars, including such luminaries as Noel Coward, Sean Connery, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Lana Turner, Gregory Peck, Cary Grant, Richard Harris, and Michael Caine. For the first time, Roger shares his recollections of playing some of the world’s most famous roles as well as myriad stories from his personal life, including events from his childhood in London and his experiences during World War II. Filled with anecdotes from his encounters with celebrities of every variety and his memories from the heydays of Hollywood, this is a frank, funny, and disarmingly charming story of a life lived among the stars. Autobiography/Film • 416 pp • 5 x 8 20 Color Photos • 25 B/W Photos • Michael O’Mara New in Paper: 9781843173878 • November • Can $15.95 Cloth: 9781843173182 • Available • Can $29.95

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I Am What I Am John Barrowman and Carole E. Barrowman The follow-up to the phenomenal Anything Goes reveals more about the man behind the television sensation, focusing on John’s unique approach to life and love, and featuring all-new photographs from John’s personal collection. “A frank and unvarnished look at [Barrowman’s] life.” —Out Magazine on Anything Goes “Told with real heart and characteristic Barrowman charm . . . a wonderful tale of how one boy achieved his dreams.” —Philadelphia Gay News on Anything Goes “We always thought Torchwood star and West End actor John Barrowman would make the perfect boyfriend . . . But after reading his autobiography Anything Goes, consider us smitten.” —Modern Tonic

Anything Goes was a contender for Best Book in the 2008 Visibility Awards on AfterElton.com Written with John’s trademark style, I Am What I Am is filled with juicy tidbits from behind the scenes of Doctor Who and Torchwood, alongside heartwarming family anecdotes and personal revelations, including John’s perspective on fame and how it has affected him. Intimately exploring aspects of John’s current life, this memoir gives fans the opportunity to get up close and personal with exclusive anecdotes from recent and ongoing projects, all told with John’s trademark charm and humor—an unmissable treat for any fan. John Barrowman currently stars as Captain Jack Harkness in Torchwood and Doctor Who. Carol Barrowman, John’s sister, is a professor of English at Alverno College, Wisconsin, and a journalist. They are the coauthors of Anything Goes. Biography/Television • 256 pp • 6 x 9 • 24 Color Photos 9781843173793 • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth • Michael O’Mara

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Angelina Jolie Rhona Mercer The trials, tribulations, romances, and recent happiness of Angelina Jolie—controversial and fascinating actress and activist. Academy Award–winning actress, former fashion model and Hollywood party girl, and current Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Refugee Agency, Angelina Jolie is constantly in the media spotlight. Unlike many Hollywood stars who do their best to avoid the press, her openness about her complicated and often outlandish life has endeared her to fans worldwide. Her most famous screen roles are covered in this biography, from Gia to Lara Croft. Her reputation for living on the edge is explored, as is her refreshing honesty around tempestuous romantic relationships, bisexuality, wild partying, breakdowns, and thoughts of suicide. Finally, her recent roles as philanthropist, mother, and half of a Hollywood golden couple with Brad Pitt, are also discussed in this inspiring book for fans of this continually fascinating global superstar. Biography/Film • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 24 Color Photos 9781844547920 (Replaces 781844543656) • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper John Blake

Christopher Lee The Authorised Screen History Jonathan Rigby Foreword by George Lucas Compiled with the cooperation of Christopher Lee himself and featuring many previously unseen photographs from the actor’s private collection, this definitive guide to one of cinema’s last true legends is now available in a lavish new format. “Great bio of the last classic horror film actor with a pulse.” —Chiller Wickedpedia Christopher Lee has achieved immortality with his portrayals of Count Dracula, the pure but suave face of evil. But Lee’s film and television appearances outnumber those of any other British star, and stretch well beyond the confines of Hammer Horror. Now revised, updated, and enlarged for this deluxe, full-color collector’s edition, this is the only book to chronicle Lee’s entire career, including his starring role as James Bond’s nemesis in The Man with the Golden Gun and his moldbreaking performance in Billy Wilder’s The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes. This edition also contains full coverage of Lee’s career-crowning performances in The Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. Jonathan Rigby has been a regular contributor to Shivers and Star Wars magazines and is the author of American Gothic and English Gothic. Biography/Film • 276 pp • 8.5 x 11 • 150 Color Photos 9781905287956 (Replaces 9781905287482) • October • $39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth Reynolds & Hearn

Doris Day Reluctant Star David Bret Covering her troubled personal life and her sparkling, decades-long career, a revealing look at the top female box-office star of all time. With her bobbed, blonde hair and flashing smile, Doris Day was the ultimate happy-go-lucky girl next door for the American public. In reality, however, Day’s life was much darker and more troubled. Married young to a violent bully, Day remained a reluctant star throughout her life whose dream of settling down to a happy, simple life was always thwarted by her attraction to the wrong kind of men, namely thugs and crooks who took their anger out on her. From the beginning of her career touring with bands through her Hollywood heydays, Day remained a diligent worker, yet her manager successfully defrauded her of millions. Featuring a full discography and film lists, this revealing biography takes a fascinating look at the trials and tribulations behind a resilient but troubled American icon. David Bret is the author of numerous celebrity biographies, including Clark Gable: Tormented Star, Joan Crawford: Hollywood Martyr, Piaf: A Passionate Life, and Rock Hudson. Biography/Film • 272 pp • 5 x 7.75 • 32 B/W Photos 9781906217969 (Replaces 9781906217501) • September • $17.95 New in Paper • JR Books

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That’s Another Story The Autobiography Julie Walters From her role opposite Michael Caine in Educating Rita to her recent success as Mrs. Weasley in the Harry Potter movies, the Academy Award–nominated and Golden Globe and BAFTA–winning actor tells her story. “Funny, evocative, reasonably revealing, and underpinned throughout by an appealing sense of humanity.” —Sunday Telegraph “I was enthralled . . . a celebrity memoir which is actually worth reading as a work of literature.” —A. N. Wilson, author, The Victorians Julie Walters has been delighting audiences on screen and on stage for more than 25 years, and has been described as Britain’s most popular actress and comedienne. Now she tells us her own story, in her own words. She was born in 1950s Birmingham, daughter of an austere Irish Catholic mother, and was sent to school in a convent. She wanted to be an actress from a young age, but to appease her mother she first went into nursing—that didn’t last for long, and she soon joined Liverpool’s Everyman Theatre. West End success followed, and she quickly replicated her success on film, earning an Academy Award nomination for her role in Educating Rita. Julie’s collaborations with her close friend Victoria Wood have given audiences many unforgettable characters, and she’s recently charmed a new generation of fans playing Mrs. Weasley in the Harry Potter films, alongside Meryl Streep in Mamma Mia!, costarring with Helen Mirren in Calendar Girls, and costarring in Billy Elliot. A natural writer with an instinctive sense of timing, Julie’s memoir is warm, moving, painfully felt, fiercely intelligent—and totally entertaining. Julie Walters is a multiple award winning actor and a novelist. Her most recent novel is Maggie’s Tree. Autobiography/Performing Arts • 336 pp • 5 x 8 9780753826089 • October • $14.95 Paper • Phoenix

Graham Norton Laid Bare Alison Bowyer A fully updated biography of the unfailingly witty talk show host. He hosted the GLAAD Media Awards, appeared on Kathy Griffin: My Life on the DList, had a cameo part in Another Gay Movie, and can be seen regularly on BBC America and Logo engaging his audience in over-the-top antics and coaxing the biggest stars into showing their true personalities on his one-of-kind talk show. Since his beginnings on British TV, Graham Norton’s career has gone from one strength to another. His unique blend of camp comedy, cozy chattiness, and brilliant bitchiness has earned Graham a place in audience’s hearts. Warm and witty with a wicked sense of humor, Graham Norton not only attracts big names onto his show, but also truly makes them laugh. Yet not too much is known about his private life, and so biographer and journalist Alison Bowyer traveled to his native Ireland, where she talked to friends and relatives to discover more. Packed with revealing interviews with friends, lovers, and associates, this is a fascinating and fully up-to-date picture of this irrepressibly likeable man. Alison Bowyer is a show business journalist and the author of Dawn French: The Biography and Liz Hurley Uncovered. Biography/Performing Arts • 272 pp • 5 x 8 • 16 Color Photos 9780233002682 (Replaces 9780233051154) • November • $15.95 Paper Andre Deutsch

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The Prisoner Handbook Steven Paul Davies Foreword by Alex Cox With full episode-by-episode information and an examination of the significance of the series both 40 years ago and now, this is the complete guide to the history of television’s most enigmatic series.

The Prisoner is being remade for AMC as a six-episode series titled Number Six, with Jim Caviezel in the title role and Sir Ian McKellen as Number Two. Ever since it was originally shown in the late 1960s, the series The Prisoner has puzzled and intrigued millions of viewers. Only 17 episodes were originally made, and each is riddled with mystery and poses unanswerable questions. The series captured the imagination as few programs have done before or since, and became a true television phenomenon. Here its unique appeal and history are examined in a fully updated edition with a new chapter boasting insider information. Featuring interviews with Patrick McGoohan, Kenneth Griffith, Alexis Kanner, and Anton Rogers, this essential resource reveals all-new information about the series, the characters portrayed, the cast themselves, and what it was really like during production. Steven Paul Davies writes for the Guardian. He is the author of Alex Cox: Film Anarchist and A–Z Cult Films and Filmmakers, and the coauthor of Brat Pack: Confidential. Alex Cox is a noted film director. Television • 224 pp • 5 x 8 9780230530287 (Replaces 9780752219684) • October • $12.95 Paper Pan Books

The Complete Inspector Morse Revised and Updated edition David Bishop From detailed examinations of the novels to a look at the Inspector’s music preferences—an absolute Morse tour de force. “Compares the exploits of the detective on stage and screen.” —Publishers Weekly Inspector Morse, the popular Oxford-based sleuth, delighted audiences worldwide from his first appearance on TV screens in 1987, right up to his farewell performance in 2000. John Thaw gave a memorable performance as the bachelor detective, and Kevin Whately admirably portrayed the faithful Sergeant Lewis. Now updated to include full coverage of 2007’s Lewis series, this definitive guide to Morse and Lewis’s adventures also contains a critique of Colin Dexter’s original novels, their television adaptations, and other writers’ stories featuring the popular characters. David Bishop’s book will appeal to all established Morse fans, as well as to new converts. David Bishop is a media journalist, author, and a former editor of 2000AD magazine. His most recent book is Starring Michael Caine. Television • 276 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 30 Color Photos 9781905287918 (Replaces 9781905287666) • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth • Reynolds & Hearn

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The Relational Manager Transform Your Business and Your Life Michael Schluter and David John Lee Filled with practical advice, this illuminating study shows how strong interpersonal relationships can help a business thrive. When relationships are nourished, they encourage a corresponding human flourishing, but when they are neglected, health, productivity, efficiency, and individual happiness all suffer. This insightful study examines relationships in the context of business and the community, including the areas of communications, management, money, and security. Using a wealth of statistics and research, it clearly demonstrates that relational poverty affects all areas of a business, and is associated with poor health, ineffective management, and low output at work. A range of tips and advice are offered on developing strong relationships in all areas and at all levels of the work place as well. Michael Schluter is chairman of the Relationships Foundation and the author of several books, including Christianity in a Changing World. David John Lee works in leadership training. Business/Family & Relationships • 192 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9780745953687 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Lion UK

So You Have a Great Idea for a Business . . . Now What? Justin Herald From an entrepreneurial expert, tips on how to turn a business model into a real, thriving company. Thousands of new businesses are started each year, but those without the proper preparations and know-how often quickly flounder or close. Full of practical suggestions on pitfalls to avoid and absolutely necessary steps, as well as motivational tips and case studies of successful—and not-so-successful—ventures, this is an essential guide for any aspiring entrepreneur. It highlights common mistakes as well as insider secrets for keeping any new company profitable, debt-free, and healthy. Justin Herald is an entrepreneur and the author of How to Grow Your Business Without Spending a Single Cent, It’s All a Matter of Attitude, and What Are You Waiting For? Business • 168 pp • 5 x 8 9781741752526 • September • $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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Advertising and the Mind of the Consumer What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why Third edition Max Sutherland Unraveling the mysteries that surround the art of advertising, a look into the mind of the consumer that explains why some ads work when others fail. “Makes for enjoyable as well as enlightening reading . . . can serve as an introduction to advertising for general readers.” —Choice Advertising is an established and ever-present force and yet just how it works continues to be something of a mystery. From an industry insider, this fully updated guide unveils the secrets of leading a successful campaign over a wide range of media, including the web. Drawing on many well-known international ads as examples, it reveals the workings of the mind of the consumer and explains the reasons for the successes and failures of various advertising campaigns. More than just a how-to book of tricks, this is a look at the psychological and logistical factors that make advertisements work that is ideal for advertising agents, marketers, and students of advertising and consumer behavior. Max Sutherland is a marketing psychologist and the cofounder of a company that has worked with such leading global advertisers including Gillette, Kodak, McDonalds, Miller, Nestle, and Pfizer. Business • 352 pp • 5 x 8.5 9781741755992 (Replaces 9781865082318) • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) PaperAllen & Unwin

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101 Secrets to Building a Winning Business Andrew Griffiths From an industry expert, a collection of insights on how to create and run a top-performing company. In today’s business world, some companies struggle and fold while others go through the roof, and the difference between the failures and successes is often not apparent. Perfect for any business of any size, this insightful guide is packed with tips on how to establish a healthy, thriving company. Each idea is easy to implement, practical and— most importantly—financially viable. Adopting even a handful of the suggested programs will set small operations and giant firms alike down the path to building a winning business. Andrew Griffiths is a professional marketing consultant and the author of six previous 101 . . . books. Business • 336 pp • 5.5 x 8 9781741755671 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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Effective Presenting Brian Salter Tips and strategies to become a relaxed and effective public speaker. Being able to give an effective presentation or speech is an important skill for forging a successful career path; yet for many it is a terrifying prospect. Mastering some simple techniques can help any manager or aspiring manager turn the nightmare scenario into one where they not only feel proficient, but that they actually love to tackle. Readers will learn, first of all, why it’s important to learn presentation skills. From there, the book covers figuring out what the reader wants to achieve in their presentation, and how can to make best use of scripts, notes, and spider diagrams. Techniques for engaging the audience and making any presentation more interesting are explained, as well as what problems a presenter could encounter, and how to deal with them? Brian Salter is a former radio producer and radio host who has trained radio announcers as well as businesspeople in public speaking. His other books include CRM in a Week and Dealing with Difficult People. 30 Line Drawings • 9780340985182 • October

Successful Workplace Communication Phil Baguley Increased productivity, higher levels of creativity, improved job satisfaction, and reduced staff turnover and absenteeism are all results of improving workplace communication. The aim of this book is to enable managers to extend, strengthen, and enhance their workplace communication skills. Written for aspiring or developing managers and built around the idea that workplace communication is a dynamic, interactive, lively, and ultimately enjoyable process, it will tell the reader what workplace communication is about and what the benefits of effective workplace communication are. From there, readers learn how the ways and means of workplace communication can be chosen, planned, and organized; and how to successfully develop and use those ways and means. The book also teaches how to ensure that those ways and means contribute to his or her growth and development as a manager. Phil Baguley is the author of Teach Yourself Negotiating and Teach Yourself Teams and Team-Working. 9780340983898 • November

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Getting Results Bernice Walmsley With a fascinating interview with a successful entrepreneur, this is a concise, authoritative guide to getting results. Providing a practical introduction to the subject, this guide walks readers through the process of managing a project or multiple projects. Aspiring managers also learn the basics of marketing for nonspecialists, how to solve service problems, and the essentials of managing and improving customer service. Other areas that are covered include understanding the market, putting customers first, and improving overall performance. 40 Line Drawings • 9780340947357 • January

Managing Change Bernice Walmsley How can change be best introduced and managed, and why do people oppose change? Providing a readable and practical introduction to the subject, this guide starts with the definition of change. It explains where to get ideas for change and innovation, how to implement change, and how to tell if it has worked. It also deals with the costs of change, whether managers have to abandon current methods to embrace it, and explores the key management challenges in a changing world. Bernice Walmsley is trained in psychology and is the author of Teach Yourself Decluttering and Teach Yourself Good Study Skills. 40 Line Drawings • 9780340947340 • February

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Walking with Tigers Success Secrets from the World’s Top Business Leaders Frank Furness Improved sales, higher productivity, bigger profits, a greater sense of fulfillment— a top motivator shows readers what separates the great salespeople and business leaders from the mediocre. “Frank Furness has worked with some of the top performers in the business world, and his experiences have made for a fascinating book. Walking with Tigers is filled with insights and nononsense charm. A must-read for anyone who wants to find their own path to success.” —Mike Southon, coauthor, The Beermat Entrepreneur Frank Furness is recognized as one of the world’s top motivators, speakers, and trainers, helping salespeople, marketers, managers, and executives at companies in more than 40 countries. Here he shares valuable lessons he has learned from his decade of observing and working with leaders in large and small businesses, and offers insights into what it takes to succeed, both in business and in life. Collecting stories from achievers of all levels and from all over the world, this book explores the key characteristics associated with top performance. Issues of persistence, integrity, confidence, focus, discipline, organization, and more are illuminated through Frank’s own experience, as well as tales from those he has worked with. His book will help you plan your own road to success—and, more importantly, achieve dramatic results. Frank Furness is a sales consultant, trainer, and senior manager who has twice qualified for “MDRT Top of the Table,” the top half percent of financial services salespeople in the world. Business/Management • 192 pp • 5 x 8 9780749941178 (Replaces 9780749928216) • November • $14.95 Paper Piatkus Books

The Pocket Psycho Dr. John Clarke From a specialist in psychology, a guide to identifying and dealing with psychopaths at work. Clinical psychopaths exist in a variety of workplaces. They are individuals who manipulate their way through life and leave an indelible mark on both their victims and society. They are destructive men and women: cunning, self-centered, ruthless, and terrifying. Featuring a range of case studies as well as frequently asked questions, this is a guide to learning how to identify workplace psychopaths. Advice is also offered on working with and managing a psychopath in order to make the workplace a safe and tolerable environment. Dr. John Clarke is a professional psychologist and the author of Working with Monsters. Business • 160 pp • 5.5 x 6.5 9781741664881 • October • $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper Random House Australia

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Kitchen Table Tycoon How to Make It Work as a Mother and an Entrepreneur Anita Naik Juggling a family and an at-home career is made simple with this innovative resource from a 15-year veteran mompreneur. “Full of practical advice on running a business, discovering if you are suited to working from home and coping with mommy guilt, as well as inspiring stories from successful entrepreneurial mothers, this book covers all the nitty-gritty details that any mom thinking of working from home needs to know.” —Daily Record For many mothers, running a business from home in order to cut child care fees and see more of their children is an ideal but tricky situation. This instructional guidebook provides the true details on what it really means to start and run a business from your kitchen table. Information is included on how to juggle family, work, and alone time as well as how to handle both mommy and work guilt. Tips on the business side are also provided, including researching a business idea, estimating start-up costs, and navigating through the inevitable ups and downs. Filled with inspiring stories and advice from successful entrepreneurial mothers, even the most nervous of moms can learn how to have a great business and a great life. Anita Naik is the author of several books for women, including Babe Bible, The Lazy Girl’s Guide to a Fabulous Body, The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Good Health, and Naughty but Nice. Business • 224 pp • 5 x 8 9780749929459 • March • $14.95 Paper • Piatkus Books

Mothers & Daughters How to Stay Close and Stay Sane Joan Sauers A warm, witty, and wise take on the good, bad, and the downright ugly of mother-daughter relationships. For daughters: Go through her photo albums together and ask her who the old folks are. They may not seem that important now, but ancestors become more interesting the older you get. For mothers: Reply to questions honestly, no matter how bizarre. Death, disease, and nipple-piercing are fascinating subjects to little girls, so get your answers ready. Featuring more than 300 indispensable tips, gentle advice, and concise observations, this is the perfect resource for mothers or daughters at any stage of their lives. From reminders to remember you love her even when you want to kill her, to feisty suggestions on age-appropriate dress and reflections on aging together, this is a light, bright, and fun yet always tender look at one of the world’s most special—and most complicated—relationships. Joan Sauers is a television and film writer as well as the author of Get to Know Your Gut and Quick Fixes for Everyday Back Pain. Family & Relationships • 192 pp • 7.5 x 5 9781863256759 • March • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper Bantam Australia

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A Mother’s Love Edited by Tanith Carey Affectionate stories conveying the importance of a mother’s role in the life of her family. From pregnancy and childhood to adulthood and beyond, this heartwarming collection of stories commemorates and celebrates motherhood. Taken from cultures and countries around the world, each tale is filled with the humor, sorrow, and joy that are inherent in being a mom. Perfect for both brand-new mothers and grandmother many times over—and all those in between—these are stories of forgiveness, hope, and love. Tanith Carey is a journalist who contributes to Cosmopolitan, the Daily Mail, the Daily Telegraph, and the Independent. Family & Relationships • 92 pp • 5.5 x 6.5 • 23 Color Illustrations 9780745953175 • March • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Cloth • Lion UK

The 8 Secrets of Happiness Paul Griffiths and Martin Robinson From counting blessings to forgiveness, a “how-to” guide to leading a truly happy and fulfilling life. There are innumerable products that promise to make individuals more attractive, healthier, more popular, and more successful. But worldly possessions are never enough for true happiness: there’s more to it than having a great job, designer clothes, a busy social life, or a fat bank balance. This insightful guide unveils the eight factors that psychologists have discovered as foundations of real happiness, among them learning for forgive; investing time and energy in friends and family; and practicing acts of kindness. In an age of unprecedented wealth that is coupled with unprecedented unhappiness and even depression, this book is a timely wake-up call. Paul Griffiths is a radio personality and author. Every weekday he broadcasts a five minute Thought for the Day radio program across the UK and Europe. Martin Robinson is the author of several books, including Invading Secular Space, The Passion and the Cross, and Planting Mission-Shaped Churches Today. He also heads up Together in Mission. Self-Help • 160 pp • 5 x 8 9780745953298 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper • Lion UK

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I Love You Because . . . Su Box Illustrations by Hannah Firmin A pocket-sized, beautifully illustrated compilation of thoughts on love. This lavishly illustrated gift book contains quotes, sayings, and reflections on the theme of love and romance. Featuring sections such as “I couldn’t help it;” “You make me laugh;” “You make me feel good;” “We’re traveling through life together;“ and “Our love is here to stay,” this is a sweet, caring gift that’s perfect for any loved one. Su Box is the author of numerous books for children. Hannah Firmin has illustrated a number of books, including Folk Tales of the British Isles. Reference • 28 pp • 4.5 x 4.5 • Four-Color Interior 9780745953151 • January • $6.95 (Can $7.95) Cloth • Lion UK

The Little Book of Bliss The Perfect Antidote to Gloom Madeline Swan Many books offer spiritual tips, but the feel-better solutions here are practical and down to earth—collected from the most experienced relationships experts who have to deal with real issues. Sometimes it can feel like every day is a rainy day. Tricky questions may arise in all areas of life—especially in love, relationships, confidence, and self-esteem. Tips collected here for those who are stressed or feeling down range from the witty Don’t knock masturbation, it’s sex with someone you love to the lighthearted When you feel stressed or down, take a look at your gorgeous handbags to the thoughtful Remember although you can’t change the past, every moment is a new chance to forget it. Many help the reader focus on the positive aspects of life and show how even if you can’t affect the actions or words of others, changing yourself and your own attitude can make life a lot better. Madeline Swan is the author of A Curious History of Cats. Family & Relationships/Inspirational • 192 pp • 4.5 x 5.5 9781906264048 • November • $7.95 (Can $8.95) Paper • Little Books

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Shut Up and Kiss Me A Celebration of Playfulness, Pleasure and Passion Tom Mitchelson Practical advice on how to be a perfect romantic and keep the flames of passion burning is paired with illustrations of the most inspirational and outrageous kisses and romantic gestures in art. Pucker up and pay attention. This is a celebration of old-fashioned romance, as well as a guide to raising your game in the general art of romance— from first kiss to lasting happiness. If you think a kiss is just a kiss you have a lot to learn. Discover vital tips and techniques, such as how to compensate for people with oversized mouths, explore the delights of the “pain” kiss, avoid the tongue intrusion, and improve your life with a step-by-step guide to achieve the perfect union of mouths. There are also masses of ideas and inspiration for romantic things to do and how to keep passion from waning. Tom Mitchelson’s research has taken him to five continents, kissing girls in the name of pleasure, literature, and science, and the study is now complete. When not locking lips, he writes for the Femail section of the Daily Mail and comes up with programs for Current TV. Family & Relationships • 224 pp • 4.5 x 6.5 • 24 Color Photos 9781906264055 • January • $11.95 (Can $12.95) Cloth • Little Books

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Who’s That Sleeping in My Bed? The Art of Sex and Successful Relationships for Baby Boomers Keren Smedley Wise and witty answers to a huge range of questions about relationships and the baby boomer generation. Being over 50 is not what it used to be: it does not mean giving up on sex and love. And the baby boomers—heirs to the sexual revolution of the 1960s—approach sex and relationships in a very different way than previous generations, continuing to want to be vital and sexual and encountering new options and new problems. Keren Smedley, an accredited life coach, has been asked every question you could imagine—and some you couldn’t—about the relationship issues of today’s baby boomer. Whether it’s about starting again after the end of a long-term relationship, helping adult children come to terms with the end of old relationships, or coping with issues connected to same-sex relationships in later life, this guide addresses a huge range of questions. Like an extended advice column for boomers, this book will engage and inform those who wish to tackle problems in their own lives and those who simply wish to be entertained by the rich variety of life. Keren Smedley is a business and life coach and the author of Age Matters: Employing, Motivating and Managing Older Employees and Who’s That Woman in the Mirror? Family & Relationships/Sexuality • 304 pp • 5 x 8 9780755318803 • November • $16.95 Paper • Headline

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Swinging The Games Your Neighbours Play Mark Brendon Filled with case studies and conversations, this fascinating guide to an enormous subculture—four million in the U.S. alone—combines absorbing social history with stimulating erotica. Turned on to swinging by a chance series of events in his life, Mark Brendon found it to be stimulating, satisfying, and emotionally rewarding—an experience totally at odds with the often cynical and always inaccurate picture presented by the media. Opening with an orgy scene where a testy husband is urging his otherwise-engaged wife to “hurry up, the babysitter’s waiting,” this revealing book paints a realistic picture of the relative normality of this lifestyle. Honest, funny, thoughtful, and erotic, the author entertains and enlightens the reader as he describes attending parties held in clubs, on beaches, and in private homes. He explores why, where, and how people swing; outlines the subculture’s history, principles, and rules; and looks to a future in which swinging might just save some cherished institutions—including marriage itself. Racy and accurate, this fascinating book will appeal to experienced swingers and vanillas alike. Mark Brendon is a novelist, columnist, and food correspondent. Family & Relationships/Sexuality • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9781906321918 • November • $12.95 Paper • The Friday Project

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Sex Made Easy A Self-Help Sexy Survival Instruction Manual Dr. Penny Drops This ultimate spoof motivational sex-survival instruction manual to help you conquer your fears and demons in the bedroom features classic raunchy photos and hilariously straightforward advice. Not sure what to do with that thing between your legs? Well panic no more! This handy guide will help even the most clueless lover understand, battle, and conquer fears and insecurities in the bedroom. It contains everything you should already know about sex but don’t because you were too afraid to ask. Valuable self-help advice will help turn you from a sexual disaster zone into a human dynamo. Filled with practical, sexpert-tested advice and illustrated with vintage images, this guide will have you and your partner rolling in the bedroom. Dr. Penny Drops is a fictional sex therapist. She lives with her two cats, Stud and Muffin. Humor/Sexuality • 160 pp • 6 x 6 • 100 Color Photos 9781906032487 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Portico

The Pill Are You Sure It’s for You? Jane Bennett and Alexandra Pope A thorough study of the physical and psychological repercussions of taking a birth control pill, along with effective alternative methods of contraception. While a birth control pill is taken by most women at some stage in their lives, few realize that it is not without side effects. Clear links have been made between oral contraceptives and such symptoms as depression, nausea, headaches, and a loss of libido. Other women also experience difficulties conceiving and raising fully healthy children after coming off the drug. Accessible and informed, this insightful guide examines how the pill works, its advantages and dangers, and the best ways to remain healthy during and after use. Alternative contraceptives are also examined, making this the complete guide for women looking to make the difficult choice about contraceptives. Jane Bennett works as a natural fertility specialist and is the author of A Blessing Not a Curse. Alexandra Pope is a psychotherapist and the author of The Wild Genie and Walking with the Genie. Health • 324 pp • 5 x 8 9781741750799 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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Skin Fitness Safe and Healthy Skin Care Hugh Molloy and Gary Egger Filled with practical solutions and advice, an indispensable guide for treating modern-day dermatological conditions. “There is much wisdom in this book, and the remedies are simple.” —Terence J. Ryan, professor emeritus of dermatology, Oxford University In today's environment, skin is under constant pressure. Air in offices and buildings, for instance, is often excessively dry and overheated, and contemporary cleaning solutions and soaps are excessively harsh. This leads to conditions ranging from persistent acne to eczema and psoriasis and can include dry, rough, or scaly skin; unexplained morning sneezing and a runny nose; persistent acne; limp, lifeless, stringy, or greasy hair; dark rings around the eyes; recurrent tinea; or disturbed sleep. Practical and helpful, this extensive guide explains the causes of these modern skin problems, and provides simple, safe, noninvasive, and inexpensive solutions. Hugh Molloy is a dermatologist. Garry Egger is director of the Centre for Health Promotion and Research and the coauthor of several books, including The Experts’ Weight Loss Guide and Health Promotion Strategies and Methods. They previously collaborated on Good Skin. Health • 156 pp • 5 x 7.5 9781741753738 • November • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

Stress How to De-Stress Without Doing Less Dr. Kate Middleton Insights into the origins of stress in the 21st century and the best ways to beat them quickly and effectively. Stress is a growing problem in modern life, with three out of five visits to the doctor attributed to stress-related problems. Rather than waiting for burnout, readers will learn how stress works, what can be done about it, and how to avoid it. This clear and helpful guide examines the symptoms and causes of stress while emphasizing that being stressed is not a sign of weakness but an unavoidable challenge of modern life. Debunking the myth that the only way to ease stress is to clear the calendar and relax completely, it provides tried-and-tested techniques for handling the challenge effectively while still maintaining a full schedule. Dr. Middleton helps individuals better cope with this Achilles heel and be at their best—whether experiencing acute stress now or on the brink of a burnout. Dr. Kate Middleton has a background in medicine and psychology. She regularly speaks on subjects including common mental heath issues, normal psychological development, and specialist topics such as stress and anxiety, and is the author of Eating Disorders. Self-Help • 192 pp • 5 x 8 9780745953731 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Lion UK

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Beating Stress, Anxiety & Depression Groundbreaking Ways to Help You Feel Better Professor Jane Plant and Janet Stephenson The coauthors, including the author of Your Life in Your Hands, dispel the fear and prejudice surrounding mental illness and present a new, effective program for dealing with stress, anxiety, and depression. “Plant's ideas are controversial, but her scientific reputation is indisputable.” —Joan Price, author, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Online Health and Fitness, on Your Life in Your Hands The epidemic of stress, anxiety, and depression that is sweeping the Western world is accompanied by huge social, economic, and personal costs. This accessible and groundbreaking book is designed to help sufferers, their families, and health professionals. The authors, both former sufferers, argue that the medical profession’s current approach is not working. They describe the successes that they and others have achieved through new treatment methods. You will discover your risk factors and how to reduce them, how mental health problems can be diagnosed more effectively, and how to ensure the best possible treatment. They go on to present the 10 lifestyle factors that affect the likelihood of developing anxiety and depression, and reveal the 10 food factors that can improve mental well-being. Jane Plant is a professor of environmental geochemistry and the author of The No-Dairy Breast Cancer Prevention Program and Your Life in Your Hands: Understanding, Preventing, and Overcoming Breast Cancer. Janet Stephenson is a therapist and part of a hospital specialist team tackling drug and alcohol addiction. Health • 352 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780749928506 • October • $19.95 Paper • Piatkus Books

Mastering Bipolar Disorder An Insider’s Guide to Managing Mood Swings and Finding Balance Edited by Kerrie Eyers and Gordon Parker A collection of personal stories from sufferers of bipolar disorder designed to inspire and educate fellow sufferers and their family and friends. Gathered from sufferers young and old, these firsthand accounts of individuals with bipolar disorder are equally inspirational, informative, and amusing. They cover all aspects of the disorder, from first symptoms and diagnosis, to times when the disorder is more or less under control. They also emphasize the importance of personal strategies for handling the disorder, such as exercise and support networks, alongside medication and professional assistance. Featuring tips from clinicians and the latest research, this is filled with tested and proven solutions for living a happy and healthy life. Kerrie Eyers is a psychologist, teacher, and editor with many years of experience in mental health. She is the editor of Tracking the Black Dog. Gordon Parker is the executive director of the Black Dog Institute and author of Dealing with Depression. Kerrie Eyers and Gordon Parker previously collaborated on Journeys with the Black Dog. Psychology/Self-Help • 300 pp • 5 x 8 9781741755466 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin

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Head Case Treat Yourself to Better Mental Health Dr. Pamela Stephenson Connolly A definitive, completely accessible guide to understanding mental health problems and how to tackle them. “Just about the perfect companion to the mind, mental health, mood and personality . . . authoritative without being technical, simple without being simplistic, this is about as useful as a book can be.” —Stephen Fry, author, Revenge “Popular books about mental health have an important role to play in the task of democratizing mental health and in helping to reduce the stigma attached to so-called mental illness . . . Pamela Stephenson Connolly’s new self-help book is a good example of the genre.” —Times Literary Supplement Globally, 154 million people suffer depression, which is just the tip of the mental illness iceberg. The vast majority receive no treatment, due to an immense lack of specialists, resources, and understanding. Offering simple self-assessment tools and down-to-earth information on a wide range of mental health problems, this handbook provides clinical expertise minus the professional jargon. It explains everything that can go wrong with the mind, and sets out easy steps to start feeling better right away. This guide covers everything from mood, personality, and sleep disorders to anxiety, trauma, and addiction, and addresses the effect of childhood experiences on later life, and how to deal with issues from the past. This helpful, practical, and positive guide will inspire readers to make manageable steps towards a more joyful life. Dr. Pamela Stephenson Connolly is a clinical psychologist, a Guardian sex columnist, and the author of Billy, Bravemouth, Murder or Mutiny, and Treasure Islands. She lives part of the time in New York City. Self-Help/Psychology • 528 pp • 6 x 9 • 20 B/W Photos 9780755312825 • October • $19.95 Paper • Headline

Barbara Cartland’s Etiquette Handbook A Guide to Good Behaviour from the Boudoir to the Boardroom Barbara Cartland Illustrations by Francis Marshall Full of charm and wit, this insightful guide is as delightful now as when it first appeared in 1962. “A gentleman wishing to know the correct form for addressing a lady with whom he is conducting a secret office romance, or a lady sick with worry as to the precise dimensions of the crenulations on her daughter’s wedding invitations, will soon have their minds set at ease.” —Observer Written nearly 50 years ago, this handbook conjures up a period when addressing work colleagues by their first names was frowned upon, wives could expect to receive a weekly allowance from their husbands, and hats were ubiquitous. Laced throughout is Barbara Cartland’s wit and wisdom, on such topics as marriage, (Unless she is ill a woman should get up and cook her husband’s breakfast before he goes to work in the morning. It is bad manners to do this in curlers, without lipstick, in a shabby dressing-gown and down-at-heel slippers.), children (Boys should be taught at a very early age—six or seven—to say “Sir” to an older man. They will continue to do this until they are about twenty-one.), romance (A young man taking a girl out for the evening usually calls for her at her parents’ house . . . It is correct for her father or mother to offer a cocktail or sherry and to talk to him for about five or ten minutes.) and table manners (Fresh fruit like apples and pears should be eaten with a silver knife and fork.) This is a wonderfully evocative insight into manners that have largely disappeared. Barbara Cartland (1901–2000) was a prolific author of romance novels, selling millions of books in her lifetime, which earned her a place in The Guinness Book of Records. Reference/Humor • 336 pp • 4 x 6.5 9780099527299 • January • $13.95 Paper • Arrow

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GROWN-UP & GORGEOUS Pamela Robson Ageing gracefully is made simple with this witty compilation of insights designed to keep women looking fresh and hip. Advice on everything from lip gloss to eyebrows, jeans to heels, eyeglasses to teeth, underwear to skirt lengths, and skincare to skin rejuvenators is included. There are also thoughtful suggestions on boosting confidence, feeling good on the inside, and acquiring those all-important luxuries that money cannot buy. This is a treasure-trove of timeless advice for staying current and making the most of the exciting years ahead. Pamela Robson is a journalist and the author of The Bush and Yorkey’s Knob. Each: Fashion & Appearance/Self-Help • 144 pp • 5.5 x 6.5 Two-color Interior • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Illustrated Random House Australia

Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 40s For bewitching goddesses in the prime of their lives, here are tips to stay looking foxy and hip. In our youth-saturated world, it can be tricky to get the aging-gracefully thing absolutely right. Helping answer such questions as What’s too young now? Too old?, the pages are packed with compelling advice on everything from picking the best lip gloss and eyeglasses what length skirt to wear. This is the guide to living fantastically through the decade in which most women are incredibly busy multitasking; but getting healthy, active, and looking good doesn’t have to be out of reach. 51 Line Drawings • 9781741668018

Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 50s Radiant older ladies are given dozens of effortless tips and tricks to keep their look evergreen. Pretty pages are packed with compelling advice for life in the powerhouse decade, from climbing out of a rut to applying flattering makeup, from styling difficult hair to keeping eyewear sleek and smart, and from the best skin care to the best options for skin rejuvenation. And because it’s not all about appearance, there are also thoughtful suggestions on boosting energy, feeling focused and strong, and acquiring that all-important sense of self that money can’t buy. 50 Line Drawings • 9781741668025

Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 60s Live your life with elegance and flair with this guide that offers alluring mature goddesses dozens of effortless tips and tricks to keep their look fresh, hip, and happening. This guide covers everything from golden skin to glossy lips, classic shirts to stunning heels, underwear to formal wear, and strong bones to sharp minds. Radiate inner health and embrace your unique self in your sixties! 57 Line Drawings • 9781741668032

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Kate Moss Style Angela Buttolph Featuring insights from top industry insiders, a head-to-toe breakdown of the impeccable fashion of Kate Moss, the world’s greatest style icon. “Angela Buttolph has distilled the essence of the ‘Kate effect’ into a new book. Read and blindly follow.” —Grazia magazine “Just like the Croydon gal herself, this is seriously cool.” —Closer magazine “Page after page, the beautiful, glossy pictures of Moss shine, proving the true icon she really is, and probably always will be . . . Kate Moss fans, fashionistas, and gossip girls alike will all enjoy this book, as it really spells out Kate’s style formulas.” —Evening Standard

Kate Moss's clothing line is being sold in the recently opened New York Topshop. Future Topshop store locations include Miami, Boston, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. An international trendsetter with an influence more powerful than any fashion magazine, Kate Moss is a one-woman style revolution who kickstarts global trends with each new look. She has made wearing vintage cool, dressing for festivals a headlining act in itself, and looking sexily disheveled a serious style statement. This look inside the most famous wardrobe in the world unravels the secrets of Kate Moss’s fashion formula by uncovering the stories behind her most iconic outfits, including the infamous sheer silver slip dress, the much-coveted, lemon-yellow prom dress, and the rock chick PVC leggings. Contributions from some of the most noted fashion designers, stylists, photographers, and vintage dealers in the industry—among them Manolo Blahnik, Donna Karan, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabanna (Dolce & Gabbana), Matthew Williamson, Kelly Osbourne, Britt Ekland, Katie Grand, and Marc Jacobs— help reveal how Kate chooses what she wears and why. Beautifully illustrated with hundreds of photos of Kate’s iconic style campaigns and famous outfits, this is a celebration of a unique life in fashion that explores in-depth the evolution and impact of Kate’s look. Angela Buttolph has written for every major fashion magazine, from Vogue to i-D, and is the coauthor of Phaidon’s Fashion Book. She is now a contributing editor for Grazia. Biography/Fashion & Appearance • 208 pp • 7.5 x 9 • 150 Color Photos • 14 B/W Photos 9781846054297 • September • $35.00 Cloth • Century





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Dress Like a Star For Every Woman Who Wants to Look Her Best Annebelle van Tongeren A wardrobe mistress extraordinaire reveals the principles of dressing to flatter in this inspiring guidebook. Nothing makes a woman feel as glamorous and serene as knowing she is well dressed. Unfortunately, choosing what to wear can be pretty scary and mistakes can be expensive. This funny and entertaining guide reveals how to select the right pieces to build a flawless wardrobe without breaking the bank. Practical tips and hints on everything from necklines to underwear are included along with chapters covering such difficult selections as wedding dresses and evening gowns. Elegant line drawings that demonstrate how to pick clothes that fit properly complete this essential guide to looking your best every day. Annebelle van Tongeren has worked for wardrobe and design departments for numerous television programs over the past 20 years. Her work has been published in Marie Claire and Vogue magazines. Fashion & Appearance • 224 pp • 6.5 x 8.5 • Two-color Interior 9781741666045 • December • $22.95 (Can $25.95) Paper Illustrated Random House Australia

Fashion Speak Interviews with the World’s Leading Designers David Meagher Personal insights and fascinating perspectives from the world’s most noted clothing designers. The world of fashion is both highly artistic and highly challenging, with top designers balancing delicately between the cutting edge of creativity and the necessity of running a viable business. In this enthralling collection of interviews, David Meagher talks to top designers the world over, the people whose vision shapes the contemporary and future fashion. The designers—among them Marc Jacobs, Karen Walker, Martin Grant, Christopher Bailey of Burberry, and Josh Goot—talk about where they’ve come from, where they’re headed, and their philosophy of design. Gorgeously illustrated throughout with full-color photographs from the catwalks of London, Paris, Milan, and New York, this is a fascinating insight into the minds shaping fashion today. David Meagher is a fashion writer and editor. Fashion & Appearance/Design • 140 pp • 6.5 x 8 • Color Photos Throughout 9781741664997 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper Random House Australia

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How to Look Good Naked Gok Wan Stop judging and start loving—this unmissable shop-for-your shape guide is about embracing what you have and enhancing every gorgeous bit of it. “For anyone who’s going through a style crisis, or just really wants a new look, it’s the perfect place to start.” —Heat magazine “What marks Gok Wan out from the rest of the makeover mafia is that he genuinely seems to care about his case studies! Every home should have a Wan.” —Metro Gok Wan is here to make all women look gorgeous, regardless of size or body hangups. With 10 years of styling experience behind him, he shows you how easy it is to look amazing every day whether you’re pear-shaped, apple-shaped, or flat as a pancake. A real-life “fairy Gok mother,” he inspires and empowers women to feel beautiful inside and out. From celebrating curves, to enhancing your assets, Gok offers the ultimate confidence boost for women of all ages and sizes. It’s not about changing your shape with plastic surgery or dieting, but about loving what you have and making the most of it. With Gok’s help you can look and feel good with or without your clothes on. Gok Wan is a stylist whose been published internationally in magazines such Tatler, Glamour, Times Style, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, The Face, and People. The star of the original U.K. How to Look Good Naked, he also hosts Gok’s Fashion Fix, has a range of shapewear lingerie, and is the author of How to Dress. Health • 220 pp • 7.5 x 8.5 • 133 Color Photos 9780007267248 • October • $15.95 Paper • HarperCollins UK

Beauty in Bloom A Collection of Beautiful Inspirations Natalie Bloom An exquisitely designed, inspirational collection of thoughts on the nature of beauty from Natalie Bloom, founder of Bloom Cosmetics. This stylish compendium of all things beautiful addresses the true nature of loveliness, both inside and out. From the love of makeup and perfumes to nature, notebooks, and Paris, the thoughts and ideas gathered here will help any woman look beautiful and feel beautiful. Featuring striking illustrations throughout, this is a quirky, personal, and thoroughly gorgeous volume. Natalie Bloom is the founder of Bloom Cosmetics, a multimillion-dollar international company. Inspirational/Health • 108 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 45 Color Illustrations 9781741755299 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Cloth • Allen & Unwin

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100 Ways to Change the World Michael Meegan Photographs by Manuel Scrima Filled with motivational thoughts and captivating photographs, a handbook of small gestures that can make a big difference. “Meegan is quite simply inspirational.” —Irish Times In a world weighed down with day-to-day responsibilities, this inspirational guide focuses on the big issues that are often lost amidst all the clutter. Presented here are the first 100 steps of a journey that will lead to a lifetime of enlightenment and joy, some of them as simple as smiling at a stranger, or helping someone across the street. Filled with stunning photographs and poignant suggestions and musings, this is a straightforward resource for making the world a better place for all. Michael Meegan is the the founder of the AIDS charity, ICROSS, and the author of several books, including Changing the World from the Inside Out. Manuel Scrima is a photographer and filmmaker, and the creative director of Africa Awakes and New World International. Inspirational/Self-Help • 200 pp • 5 x 5 • 50 Color Photos 9781903070451 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Eye Books

Ten Lessons from the Road Alastair Humphreys Packed with motivational images, quotes, and sayings, a guide to completing even the biggest of life’s adventures. “The first great adventure of the new millenium.” —Sir Ranulph Fiennes “His manner is reminiscent of the great tradition of British explorers.” —Guardian Alastair Humphreys spent four years traveling around the world on his bicycle, a journey that covered 46,000 miles and five continents. During his trip he gave motivational talks and received thousands of emails to his website in which people asked what kept him going through the low-points on his journey. Collected here are the source’s of Alastair’s inspiration, including affirming quotes, insights, and unique photographs. As this inspirational resource shows, the lessons he learned while on the road can be applied to any goal in life. Alastair Humphreys is the author of Blue Mountains, Mood of Future Joys, and Thunder and Sunshine. Inspirational • 233 pp • 5 x 7 9781903070642 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth • Eye Books

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Servants of the Supernatural The Night Side of the Victorian Mind Antonio Melechi Witty and compelling, this history of the golden era of the Victorian séance tells the outrageous tale of the mediums and psychics, their followers, and the sleuths who set out to expose them. “Takes us on a joyously weird circuit of the Victorian obsession with the supernatural . . . Riotously enjoyable.” —Judith Flanders, author, Inside the Victorian Home “Fascinating . . . brings to life the wonderfully flamboyant cheats and frauds of the 19th-century medium trade.” —Deborah Blum, author, Ghost Hunters “Lustrous . . . the heyday of the Victorian séance in all its table-trembling, tambourine-tapping glory.” —Word Magazine Born of the so-called Victorian “pseudoscience” of mesmerism, the séance enjoyed a late 19th-century golden age that ministered to the Victorian obsession with science, religious doubt, and entertainment. Mediums, psychics, and somnambulists were investigated by amateur sleuths and by scientists such as Faraday and Darwin; their performances imitated and exposed by magicians, denounced by clerics, and satirized hilariously in the press. Yet the popularity of spiritualism and the séance endured— and does so to this day. A revelatory exploration of the darker side of Victorian science, this narrative-driven history is full of literary and scientific anecdote and evocative depiction of 19th-century England. Antonio Melechi is the author of Fugitive Minds. Body, Mind, Spirit/History • 292 pp • 5 x 8 • 22 B/W Photos 9780099478867 • September • $16.95 Paper • Arrow

Seeing Angels True Contemporary Accounts of Hundreds of Angelic Experiences Emma Heathcote-James Fascinating accounts of encounters with the realm of the supernatural, collected by angel expert Emma Heathcote-James. According to Time magazine, 69 percent of American people believe in angels and 46 percent feel they have a guardian angel. In fact, people the world over have claimed to have experienced visions of angels. These people are not crazy new-age loonies, but ordinary individuals from all walks of life, from professionals to prisoners to children. Collected here are more than 50 fascinating case histories of individuals who have claimed to encountered or been saved by a heavenly being. Emma Heathcote-James has a PhD in theology and is the author of After-Death Communication, Psychic Pets, and They Walk Among Us. Body/Mind/Spirit • 288 pp • 5 x 8 9781844547869 (Replaces 9781904034155) • October • $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper John Blake

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Let Your Past Go and Live Freedom from Family, Relationship and Work Baggage Avril Carruthers Practical advice on identifying, isolating, and moving beyond repressed traumas to develop confidence and self-esteem. In order to survive the challenges presented by families, the workplace, and relationships, many people put on masks and play roles. These include the victim who only feels good when they are rescuing people; the antagonist who bullies others; and the insecure who allow others to step on them. These roles are often developed in childhood, can last a lifetime, and their presence can drain and sabotage individuals, distracting them from leading better lives. Accessible and inspired, this innovative approach to deep-seated issues looks at the destructive influence of repressed hurts and traumas that manifest themselves in the form of personality types, and offers insight on how to release them once and for all. Avril Carruthers is a transpersonal psychotherapist. Self-Help • 208 pp • 6 x 9 9781741755206 • January • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Inspired Living

Dearly Departed Everything You Want to Know About the Afterlife Georgina Walker A respected psychic answers the most common questions about what happens after loved ones die. Drawing on a lifetime’s experience interacting with those who have passed over, psychic intuitive Georgina Walker shares a wealth of real-life stories about the afterlife in this comforting volume. She addresses the most frequent questions of the bereaved concerning the dead, including what happens to the souls of loved ones, children, murder victims, and pets. Warm and reassuring, this guide deals gently and insightfully with that most painful of events. Georgina Walker is the author of Amazing Encounters with Those Who Have Passed Over. Body/Mind/Spirit/Self-Help • 300 pp • 5 x 7.5 9781741750010 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Inspired Living

The Wisdom of Water John Archer A lyrical look at water in all its forms that explores its mystical aspects and eternal value. Exploring the many beautiful and mystical aspects of water, this is an inspirational and moving collection of stories, facts, poems, legends, and insights concerning that most essential of elements. From the healing waters of the Sukayu in Japan to the legendary Golden Lotus tank at Madurai, this is a complete look at the world’s most sacred waters and their significance to mankind. The rituals and worships past and present associated with water complete this stirring celebration of the essence of life. John Archer is the author of several books, including Twenty Thirst Century and The Water You Drink. Body/Mind/Spirit • 224 pp • 5 x 7.5 9781741752397 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Inspired Living

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The Imitation of Christ Thomas à Kempis Translated by E. M. Blaiklock Foreword by R.T. Kendall One of the greatest manuals of devotion in Christianity. Let it be our chief occupation to think upon the life of Jesus Christ. One of the best-loved texts of Christianity after the Bible, this book has been influential since it was first written more than five centuries ago, with people such as John Wesley and John Newton profoundly touched by it at their conversions. Written by a German monk, it is essentially a manual on the pursuit of holiness and deep communion with God, with its key theme that the study of Jesus is the Christian’s highest ideal. With great personal conviction, Kempis demonstrates the individual’s reliance on God and the words of Christ, and the futility of life without faith. Thomas à Kempis (c.1380–1471) was a German religious writer who entered the Augustinian convent of Agnietenberg in 1400, and lived there for 70 years until his death. E. M. Blaiklock (1903–1983) was an author specializing in biblical studies. R. T. Kendall is a former pastor whose many books include The Thorn in the Flesh and Total Forgiveness. He lives in Hendersonville, Tennessee. 240 pp • 9780340980163 • January

The Cloud of Unknowing Edited by Halcyon Backhouse Thought to have been written in the latter half of the 14th century by an anonymous monk, this practical spiritual guidebook counsels a search for God not through knowledge, but through blind love. Lift up your heart to God with a humble impulse of love and have himself as your aim, not any of his goods . . . Set yourself to rest in this darkness, always crying out after him whom you love. For if you are to experience him or to see him at all, insofar as it is possible here, it must always be in this cloud and in this darkness. The Cloud of Unknowing is one of the classic medieval texts on contemplative prayer. Written anonymously towards the end of the 14th century for someone just starting out in the journey of faith, it dwells on the essentially unknowability of God. Since God cannot be grasped by the intellect, he must be approached with an attitude of humility and love, in listening prayer. Halcyon Backhouse is the editor of The Best of Meister Eckhart, The Life of Christ, and A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life. 112 pp • 9780340980118 • November

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The Lion Companion to Church Architecture David Stancliffe A fascinating look at the historical interplay between the development of religion and its churches and cathedrals. From the earliest establishments through present-day structures, this expansive history explores how churches have been conceived as spaces for worship throughout the centuries. Their development from the early Roman house churches through Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic structures is addressed, as are the significant changes brought about by the Reformation. Infused throughout with the spirit of the human quest for meaning and transcendence, this is a lavishly illustrated guide to the history, meanings, and messages of houses of worship. David Stancliffe is a clergyman and the author of Celebrating Common Prayer, God’s Pattern, and The Pilgrim Prayerbook. Architecture/Religion & Theology • 288 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 500 Color Photos • 9780745951904 • October $39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth • Lion UK

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HISTORY MAKERS The History Makers is a new, color-illustrated series focusing on the lives and legacies of historical figures who have influenced the world in significant and lasting ways, including politics, social action, and the arts and sciences. Each: Biography/Religion & Theology • 192 pp 5.5 x 8.5 • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Lion UK

Rembrandt Greg Watts A concise account of the work and life of the Dutch master of mood and lighting. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606–1669) was a leading light of the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age of art and one of the most famous painters of all time. His prodigious talent, extraordinary emotional truth, and reckless disregard of artistic convention astonished, delighted, and often dismayed his contemporaries. He is best known for his incredibly realistic portraits as well as his dynamic etchings and illustrations of scenes from the Bible. This is a compact but thorough look at the life of one of Europe’s most beloved artists. Greg Watts is the author of The Labourer in the Vineyard: A Portrait of Pope Benedict XVI. 65 Color Illustrations • 9780745952840 • January

J.S. Bach Calvin Stapert The life and times of the extremely talented Baroque musician and composer, condensed by a Bach expert. Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a master composer, known equally for his secular and sacred works for choir, orchestra, and solo instrument. Among his numerous famous compositions, the Brandenburg concertos, Goldberg Variations, and Cello Suites remain popular the world-over. This is a concise but thorough look at the life of one of the world’s greatest Germanic composers. Calvin Stapert is the author of another book on Bach, My Only Comfort, and A New Song for an Old World. 50 Color Illustrations • 9780745952864 • January

Mother Teresa Faith in the Darkness Greg Watts A portrait of the Nobel Peace Prize–winning humanitarian and advocate for the poor. Mother Teresa is a modern-day icon—the paragon of human goodness, empathy, and charity. This fully illustrated biography tells the story of her life, from a determined young nun who went out onto the streets of Calcutta to care for the diseased and dying to becoming the founder of the Missionaries of Charity, who now work in more than 120 countries. Greg Watts paints a deeply human portrait of this inspiring and controversial woman, including the “spiritual darkness” she suffered from at various stages in her life. Greg Watts is a journalist and the author of The Labourer in the Vineyard: A Portrait of Pope Benedict XVI. 30 Color Photos • 25 B/W Photos • 9780745952833 • February

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Something Beautiful for God Malcolm Muggeridge A new edition of the classic biography that brought global attention to the life and work of Mother Teresa, featuring newly released photographs. “Muggeridge, a witty, skeptical observer of people and himself can be amusing, exasperating, or absurd . . . But he is never dull.” —Publishers Weekly on A Third Testament Mother Teresa was one of the most revered women of the 20th century. Adored by millions, her Missionaries of Charity organization aided thousands of poor, sick, orphaned, and dying individuals in Calcutta, India, and she was beatified by the Catholic Church in 2003 for her ministry. Originally published in 1971, this heartfelt biography first brought Mother Teresa’s works and spirit to the attention of the Western world. It features transcripts of conversations with Mother Teresa as well as a bevy of photographs illustrating her life-long role as a humanitarian. Wonderfully intimate and touching, this is an inspirational look at one of history’s most beloved and giving individuals. Malcolm Muggeridge worked as a journalist for many years for the Daily Telegraph, the Evening Standard, and the Guardian. He is the author of several books, including Chronicles of Wasted Time, Conversion, and A Third Testament. Biography/Religion & Theology • 160 pp • 6 x 7.5 • 16 Color Photos 10 B/W Photos • 9780745953380 • December • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Cloth Lion UK

God, Actually Why God Probably Exists, Why Jesus Was Probably Divine, and Why the ‘Rational’ Objections to Religion are Unconvincing Roy Williams A profound and engaging analysis of the origins of Christian beliefs that uses hard evidence and logic to find answers to the biggest questions of life and religion. “A must read for skeptics. Roy Williams brings a lawyer’s careful attention to evidence and strength of inference to life’s (and death’s) most important questions. He respectfully, but effectively, cross-examines the case against Christianity as propounded by its recent atheist advocates. Like C. S. Lewis and other authors who came to faith late in life, Roy Williams understands the issues that trouble atheists and agnostics and gives thoughtful, convincing responses. He takes on the issues that serve as roadblocks to many modern skeptics, from creation and evolution to the religious right.” —Robert F. Cochran, author, Faith and Law Drawing upon examples from science, politics, history, sociology, and the arts, this intriguing look at the nature of Christian faith answers the biggest questions by appealing to evidence and reason. Rather than disavowing or avoiding its presence, this study acknowledges the vital place of doubt and uncertainty in God’s creation and seeks to determine its origin. Rebutting the arguments of atheists such as Christopher Hitchens and Richard Dawkins, it shows how an avid, modern-day faith can be based upon logical deductions from known facts rather than just blind trust. Intriguing and innovative, this is a refreshingly honest and thorough examination of the state of religious belief. Roy Williams is a former lawyer. Religion & Theology • 384 pp • 6 x 9 9780745953915 • September • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Lion UK

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The One-Stop Guide to Christianity David Winter A highly visual and informative survey of the fundamentals of the Christian faith. Designed to appeal to readers of every age, this is a highly visual introduction to the history and tenets of the Christian faith. A bevy of key topics are addressed, among them Christian beliefs, celebration and worship, prayer, and the Christian lifestyle. Fully illustrated throughout, this a concise but thorough introduction to the world’s largest faith. David Winter is the former head of religious broadcasting at the BBC and the author of several books, including The Bible Made Clear, The Espresso Bible, and Espresso Prayers. Religion & Theology • 128 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Photos 9780745953236 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth • Lion UK

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A Pocket Guide to Christian Belief Dr. Benno van den Toren A concise overview of the key aspects of Christian belief and the role of the religion in the world today. From its humble beginnings as a minor Jewish sect in a remote part of the Roman empire, Christianity has grown to become a major world religion with more than two billion adherents worldwide. But what does it mean to be Christian in the increasingly multireligious setting of the 21st century? Featuring a warm and open-minded approach, this is an informative introduction to the fundamental tenets of Christianity, helping the reader to understand what Christians believe and giving special attention to questions that are raised about Christian beliefs in our multicultural and post-modern setting. Addressing topics such as global Christianity, the identity of God, Christ and salvation, the Holy Spirit and the Church, and the meaning and end of history, this guide compares Christianity's teachings with those of other religions along the way, and provides an accessible and contemporary introduction to the major Christian doctrines, unpacking their meaning for today's world. Dr. Benno van den Toren is a professor of theology. Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 5 x 7 9780745952147 • September • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Paper • Lion UK

A Pocket Guide to Christian History Kevin O’Donnell From the early church to modern-day faith, an accessible, down-to-earth introduction to the history of Christianity. “This is a marvel of scholarly compression and clarity; but it’s more than that, because it helps the reader understand the Bible as a theological whole.” —Rowan Williams, archbishop of Canterbury Bringing a wide range of chronological, geographical, and doctrinal history vividly to life, this concise guide highlights the key occurrences and individuals in the development and expansion of the world’s most widespread religion. A bevy of diverse topics are addressed, including the apostles and Constantine; the celtic church and the division between East and West; and the impact of the Reformation and the Enlightenment. This is an indispensable resource for understanding the global phenomenon of the Christian faith. Kevin O’Donnell is a priest and the author of several books, including Inside World Religions and Their Hearts Burned. Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 5 x 7 9780745952871 • September • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Paper • Lion UK

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Making a Pilgrimage Sally Welch Filled with advice and insight, a guide to making the most of religious travel. Perfect for epic expeditions and virtual voyages alike, this comprehensive guide explores both the practical and spiritual aspects of the long-standing tradition of the religious pilgrimage. Each aspect of the journey is explored—from preparing to leave to readjusting to normal life after extraordinary experiences—and accompanied by the accounts of both modern and ancient pilgrims. Perfect for experienced pilgrims or novices, this inspirational resource shows unlock the full potential of any sacred walk. Sally Welch is a clergy member. Religion & Theology • 128 pp • 4.5 x 7 9780745953564 • September • $7.95 (Can $8.95) Paper • Lion UK

Pilgrimage A Spiritual and Cultural Journey Ian Bradley A lavishly illustrated exploration of the centuries-old phenomenon of the Christian pilgrimage, highlighting its history as well as modern-day treks. This concept of the Christian pilgrimage has its origins in the exodus of the Jews from ancient Egypt, but it has changed and adapted with the passing centuries. In medieval times millions of pilgrims spent months traveling across Europe to visit holy cities and shrines, and today a modern revival has blurred the lines between pilgrimage and tourism and made places such as Iona, Taize, and Santiago di Compostella contemporary meccas. This fascinating volume offers a history of the pilgrimage over the past two millennia, including common routes in Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Norway, France, Spain, Italy, Bosnia-Herzogovina, and Poland. Information on the holy walks themselves is offered along with vivid personal accounts and prayers from pilgrims that help to bring to life one of the most vibrant expressions of Christian spirituality. Ian Bradley regularly leads pilgrimages and is the author of more than 30 books, including Celtic Christian Communities and You’ve Got to Have a Dream. Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 250 Color Photos 9780745952703 • February • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth • Lion UK

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God’s Undertaker Has Science Buried God? New updated edition John C. Lennox Filled with original insights and fair analysis, this is a fully revised look at the great debate between science and religion. “Recent books touting atheism have been grounded more on dyspepsia than on dispassionate reason. In this book John considers the best, most recent science from physics and biology, and demonstrates that the picture looks far different from what we’ve been told.” —Michael Behe, author, Darwin’s Black Box and The Edge of Evolution “A brilliantly argued reevaluation of the relation of science and religion, casting welcome new light on today’s major debates. A must-read for all reflecting on the greatest questions of life.” —Alister McGrath, author, Glimpsing the Face of God Intended to provide a basis for discussion, this captivating study evaluates the evidence of modern science in relation to the debate between the atheistic and theistic, addressing such topics as the origin of life; the genetic code and its origin; the nature and scope of evolution; and the scope and limits of science. Gripping and thoroughly argued, it is an illuminating look at one of man’s greatest debates. This updated edition features 10 percent new content and a brand-new forward from the author. John C. Lennox is a professor of mathematics and the philosophy of science at the University of Oxford. A popular Christian apologist and scientist, Lennox travels widely speaking on the interface between science and religion. He is the author of Christianity: Opium or Truth?, The Definition of Christianity, and Key Bible Concepts. Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9780745953717 (Replaces 9780745953038) • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper Lion UK

Is Anybody Up There? Adventures of a Devout Sceptic Paul Arnott An antidote to such polemics as The God Delusion and God is Not Great, this is an open-minded, personal, and funny look at what we believe and why we believe it. “If T. S. Eliot’s life was measured out in coffee spoons, Paul Arnott’s has been punctuated by bars of dairy milk chocolate . . . His sweet, funny, sugar-coated memoir is light as a fairy cake.” —Times on Let Me Eat Cake Religious fundamentalism tells us what we must believe; atheism tells us why we shouldn’t. But what does faith mean to the majority of us who aren’t quite so certain? In this entertaining guide to religion as it is lived, Arnott draws on his own Anglican upbringing and further encounters with Sikh bus drivers, Greek Orthodox tour guides, and a friend who runs the Hari Krishnas flapjack company to explore the impact our spiritual side really has on our day-to-day existence. Funny, accessible, and far from polemical, this is an open-minded and insightful look at what we believe and why we believe it. Paul Arnott is the author of Let Me Eat Cake and Live the Moment. Religion & Theology • 240 pp • 5 x 8 9780340936801 • December • $13.95 Paper • Sceptre

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Visions & Voyages The Story of Celtic Spirituality Fay Sampson An expansive look at the tumultuous history and memorable figures of celtic Christianity. As the Roman Empire began to crumble, Celtic Christians began to embark more often on pilgrimages and quests. They explored such visionary islands as Skellig Michael, Iona, and Lindisfarne, yet their spirituality was largely concerned with politics and people. Brigid ruled a monastery for women and men, princesses and slaves, while Arthur was defending celtic Britain against English invaders, and Aidan died protesting against his king. While some celtic Christians did slam the monastery gates on the sinful world, most tramped into the hills to stand alongside ordinary people. Drawing on historical documents and a thoughtful examination of legends, this is an insightful resource that unveils the development of and tenets behind the various strands of celtic Christianity. Fay Sampson is the winner of the Barco de Vapor Award. She is the author of numerous novels for children and adults, as well as Runes on the Cross. Religion & Theology/History • 192 pp • 5 x 8 9780745952352 • September • $16.95 Paper • Lion UK

Celtic Treasure Unearthing the Riches of Celtic Spirituality Liz Babbs Explore the wisdom, clarity, and insights offered by the traditions of Celticbased spiritualism. The deep riches of the ancient tradition of celtic spirituality are unearthed in this illuminating resource. Weaving together the stories and wisdom of the ancient Celts, it explores the contemporary relevance of prayer and solitude, creation and creativity, and community and hospitality as it demonstrates how each of these ancient paths can enrich the future. Other topics include celtic saints; the God of creation; and celebrating life. Liz Babbs is the author of several books, including Can God Help Me?, The Celtic Heart, Into God’s Presence, and The Thing About series. Body/Mind/Spirit/Religion & Theology • 80 pp • 6 x 6.5 9780745953557 • September • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Cloth • Lion UK

Celtic Wisdom Treasures from Ireland Cindy Thomson A beautifully illustrated collection of poetry, quotes, folktales, and traditional Irish sayings and blessings. “An inspiring and informative journey offering new insights along ancient pathways.” —Liz Babbs, author, The Celtic Heart A bevy of classic celtic wisdom that reveals the authentic core of celtic spirituality is gathered in this inspirational anthology. A background on the history of Ireland as well as St. Patrick, Brigid, and the twelve apostles of Erin is provided along with sayings, stories, prayers, and proverbs that reveal the traditions and customs of celtic prayer and learning. Beautifully illustrated with evocative images of Ireland, this is an intimate guide to putting the ancient wisdom of the celts into practice. Cindy Thomson has contributed to Family Chronicle and History Magazine and is the author of Brigid of Ireland. Religion & Theology • 96 pp • 6 x 7.5 • 24 Color Photos 9780745953250 • September • $12.95 (Can $13.95) Cloth • Lion UK

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Cities of the Apocalypse Elzbieta Jastrembowska Blending travel with Biblical study, a unique look into the history of Christianity and the ancient world via seven cities mentioned in the Book of Revelation. In the Book of Revelation, John mentions seven cities in the midst of his description of the second coming. Part archaeological investigation, part Bible study, and part travelogue, this intriguing work investigates each of these cities, which range from some of the grandest sites of antiquity—such as Ephesus—to some of the smallest and most picturesque. The classical world is explored through John’s eyes, with detailed overviews of the civilizations of Greece and Rome by an outsider. Full touring guides highlight landmarks and must-see sites in each city, and practical information on traveling to each destination make this a perfect resource for the adventurer and armchair traveler alike. Elzbieta Jastrembowska is a classicist and archaeologist, and the current director of the Polish Institute in Rome. Religion & Theology • 240 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • 16 Color Photos • 24 B/W Photos 9781843680468 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • Pallas Athene

Holy Warriors A Journey into the Heart of Indian Fundamentalism Edna Fernandes Taking on a subject that is central to current debates about the rise of religious extremism and the war on terror, this eye-opening exploration of India’s incendiary religious mix is based on a series of face-to-face encounters with all flavors of the faithful, the fervent, and the fanatical. “This impressively researched and lucidly written book travels quickly beyond many banalities about India today. Anyone interested in exploring the complex appeal of religious extremism in half-modern societies should read it.” —Pankaj Mishra, author, An End to Suffering “As fair and objective an assessment of the perils that lie ahead for India as any that I have ever read . . . a must-read for all of those who wish the country to prosper as a secular democracy.” —Khushwant Singh, author, Train to Pakistan “The reportage is evenhanded and responsible and even delightfully witty. Fernandes’s asides are precise and wicked. Above all, she offers a valuable reminder of the dark side of the economic miracle that is modern India.” —Guardian Home to all the major religions, India is also, inevitably, host to virtually every type of religious fanatic. No other nation has witnessed as much proselytization or heard as many war cries in the name of God as India. For centuries, Hindus, Christians, Sikhs, and Muslims have waged bloody wars, sought violent conversion, and declared jihad against their enemies, as their religions have been hijacked by the forces of fundamentalism. Here British-Indian journalist Edna Fernandes travels to the country’s recent and past theaters of religious extremism—from Kashmir to Gujarat and Punjab to Goa—to meet the generals and foot soldiers of communal wars who assert their faith in rhetoric and rage. Theirs are stories of bigotry, bloodshed, insecurity, and despair, but Fernandes listens with understanding, tolerance, and a deft sense of humor, painting a uniquely vivid and clear-sighted picture of a country divided by dogma. Edna Fernandes is a journalist who has worked for many leading international news organizations, including AP-Dow Jones and Reuters. Her articles have appeared in the International Herald Tribune and the Wall Street Journal. She is the author of The Last Jews of Kerala. Political Science/Religion & Theology • 368 pp • 5 x 8 • 1 Map 9781846270970 • September • $16.95 Paper • Portobello Books

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WHAT DO WE BELIEVE? Each: 5 x 8 • September • $12.95 Paper • Granta UK

What Do Hindus Believe? Rachel Dwyer Followers of Hindu may be atheists, polytheists, or monotheists; this guide looks at what the central threads are of such a diverse faith and examines the many facets of 21st-century Hinduism. Hinduism is a much-contested term used to describe the religious beliefs and practices of more than 800 million people, most of whom live in India. Yet it is a religion that lacks a set of core beliefs—there is no founder, no single scripture, nor any central organization. The sheer diversity of beliefs and practices that vary across social groups and regions has led some to claim that the term “Hindu” is almost meaningless. This book argues, however, that there are central threads in this diversity which can be traced through more than 3,000 years. The book’s examination of Hinduism in the 21st century discusses the rise of “Hindutva” or Hindu-nationalism in India and examines beliefs and practices in the Hindu diaspora. The book also examines the depictions in the media of Hindu beliefs and practices and looks at the significance of media in connecting the Hindu diaspora to India. Rachel Dwyer is the author of 100 Bollywood Films, Cinema India, Filming the Gods, and Yash Chopra. Religion & Theology • 128 pp • 9781862078611

What Do Existentialists Believe? Richard Appignanesi The history of an existential approach to the question of being, traced through the thought of major thinkers and writers such as Søren Kierkegaard and Albert Camus. Existentialism is not a unified doctrine or belief in any conventional sense. It breaks ranks with all previous philosophy, unsettles orthodox religion, and questions the supremacy of science. However, the question it poses is of fundamental importance to us all: What on earth am I to make of my existence? In this lively and provocative new introduction to existentialism, the author challenges the reader to take part in a series of “thought experiments” in order to illuminate what it means to approach the question of our being human existentially. Throughout, he emphasizes our need to face in good faith the consequences of “what one is being.” He also looks at existentialism’s encounters with Islam, Freud, feminism, race, and the notion of progress. Richard Appignanesi is the editor of the Postmodern Encounters series and author of several books, including Introducing Postmodernism and Freud for Beginners. Philosophy • 100 pp • 9781862078635

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HOW TO R EAD “These books let you encounter thinkers eyeball to eyeball by analyzing passages from their work.” —Terry Eagleton, author, Literary Theory: An Introduction “These deceptively slim volumes really are a course in How to Read, not How to Pretend to Have Read.” —John Banville, author, The Sea Each: 5 x 8 • $12.95 Paper • Granta UK

How to Read Ancient Philosophy Miriam Leonard Broadening our understanding of ancient philosophy beyond Plato, this guide investigates the breadth and diversity of Greek and Roman thought. Thinkers such as Aristotle, Plato, and Parmenides have shaped the way we see the world, and it is their original conception of philosophy that has placed topics such as logic, metaphysics, ethics, and ontology at the heart of philosophical debates for centuries. This guide not only explores the central theories of their works, but also gives some sense of the messy process of abstraction, where written texts get transformed into timeless ideals. It looks at how simple phrases such as “in what way?” or “there is” are turned into the language of philosophy. Taking passages from Heraclitus, Parmenides, Lucretius, and Cicero as well as Plato and Aristotle, this guide provides an insight into the influence of its texts on the later history of ideas. Miriam Leonard is the author of Athens in Paris: Ancient Greece and the Political in Post-War French Thought and the coeditor of Laughing with Medusa. Philosophy • 128 pp • 9781862079977 • September

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Blonde Moments The Ditzy Gaffes and Blunders Uttered by Blondes of Every Hue Fleur Barrington Perfect for blondes as well as brunettes, carrot tops, and baldies, a celebration of idiotic actions, stupid sayings, and slips of the tongue. Whether it’s a brainless comment, a well-intended quip gone wrong, or simply the art of getting into an unbelievably sticky situation, everyone experiences a blonde moment from time to time. Rather than ruing them, this review celebrates the downright “blonde” things that we all do. It includes quotes and witticisms from famous blondes such as Dolly Parton, Joan Rivers, and W. C. Fields; real-life blonde situations; blondes in the movies; and blonde sayings and jokes. For the times when you wish the ground would just open up and swallow you whole, this is a hilarious form of solace. Fleur Barrington is a writer who specializes in lifestyle and relationship subjects. She is the author of 1001 Little Housekeeping Miracles. Humor • 160 pp • 5 x 7.5 • 42 B/W Illustrations 9781843173113 • October • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth • Michael O’Mara

100 Things to Do When You’re Dead Rob Bailey Wonderfully off-the-wall suggestions for postmortem pastimes, from becoming a scarecrow to advertising a sale, each accompanied by an instructive photograph. For those who find cremation passé or the idea of burial a bore, this innovative guide to the afterlife contains ideas for a multitude of functions that a dead body can capably fulfill while simultaneously earning a good wage for friends and family. The ideas provided—among them working as a bathroom organizer; becoming a piece of modern art; and helping parents frighten rambunctious youngsters into obedience—are each explained in detail and illustrated with a helpful photograph. Insightful and only slightly macabre, this is the perfect resource for paying debts or fulfilling dreams even after your final hour! Rob Bailey is the coauthor of Dirty Signs. Humor • 128 pp • 5 x 6.5 • 102 B/W Photos 9781843173373 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Michael O’Mara

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Real Men Eat Puffer Fish And 93 Other Dangerous Things to Consider Robert Twigger The world is a dangerous and unpredictable place, a man never knows when he might be called upon to face down a bear, start a fire with a coke can, headbutt a block of ice in two, or drive a T-34 tank. “Robert Twigger is a unique and dazzling talent—a 19th-century adventurer trapped in the body of a 21st-century writer. I urge you to read everything that carries his name.” —Tony Parsons, author, Man and Boy “A beguiling stylist, he interleaves reminiscence and aphorism to produce something wholly original. A tour de force.” —Will Self, author, The Book of Dave “Though there is now an avalanche of guides to being a better man, this is the one that really ups the ante . . . This fills the gap between retro-tedium and techie manuals.” —BBC Radio “Charmingly eccentric . . . a lighthearted and truly unusual romp through natural history.” —Publishers Weekly on The Extinction Club “Deliriously clever.” —New York Times on The Extinction Club Every man has faced that emergency when a car needs to be broken into and hot-wired, just as every man needs to be able to mix the perfect dry martini when relaxing at home. Robert Twigger—author, snake hunter, desert explorer, canoeist, and all-around Hemingway-esque, manly man—gives authoritative insights and tips for surviving the modern world in this dangerous book for men. He has plenty of experience of facing down bears, building coracles, swimming with sharks, playing high-stakes poker, and removing fishhooks from his hands—and here he takes on even more ludicrous skills—performing a tracheotomy; slitting the throat of a sheep; and landing a Boeing 747. Robert Twigger is the author of numerous books, including The Extinction Club and Angry White Pyjamas, for which he won the Somerset Maugham and William Hill Sports Book of the Year awards. In addition to writing books, he has contributed to Esquire and Maxim. Humor • 208 pp • 5 x 8 • 30 Line Drawings • 30 Diagrams 9780753825839 • November • $14.95 Paper • Orion Publishing

The Secret Diary of Simon Cowell Tony Cowell Long thought lost to the ages, the early thoughts and private scribblings of the American Idol star, presented by his one and only big brother. As the older brother of the world’s nastiest television personality, Tony Cowell felt he owed it to his brother’s adoring public to release as many embarrassing nuggets of Simon’s misadventures as the laws of libel would allow. What if Simon had kept a diary since he was six years old? This is his brother’s spoof diary that charts the course of Simon’s rise to celebrity. Part fact and part fib, it is a humorous take on what might have happened and what really did. Tony reveals the inner machinations of one of pop culture’s most outspoken men, including his earliest dreams, his first girlfriend, his first job, and his early plans to take over the music industry. Featuring previously unpublished secrets of this media star and millionaire, including his thoughts on fellow American Idol panelists, this is the inside scoop on Mr. Nasty himself. Tony Cowell is a former journalist and the author of I Hate to Be Rude But . . . and Is It Me or Is Everyone Famous? Humor/Biography • 208 pp • 5.5 x 7 9781906217549 • September • $24.95 Cloth • JR Books

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The Inkspot Monologues Keith Pointing A series of Rorschach tests reveals the pasts of two destined lovers in this humorous and lushly illustrated story. “Beautifully illustrated.” —Michael Heath, cartoon editor, Spectator Alice and Jack are reminded of former lovers as they describe the Rorschach inkspots presented to them by their therapist. As their past experiences are laid bare and the character flaws of their boyfriends and girlfriends are verbally and visually paraded, it soon becomes clear that Alice and Jack are in fact ideal for one another. Quietly amusing, visually stimulating, and beautifully designed, this is a strikingly unique account of love lost and found. Keith Pointing is an artist and illustrator, and the author of Kingsgate and Salvador Dali. Humor/Family & Relationships • 144 pp • 5 x 7 • B/W Illustrations Throughout 9780956011909 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Word of Mouth

Annus Mirabilis More Latin for Everyday Life Mark Walker Retaining the unstuffy style of its predecessor Annus Horribilis, this sequel extends the scope of topics covered, including fascinating extracts from the works of postRenaissance Latinists including Copernicus, Descartes, Joseph Addison, and Samuel Johnson. An invigorating selection of “everyday” Latin from ancient times to the present day, this guide includes an exploration of poetry, epitaphs, and inscriptions and looks at the origins of Latin names still used in English. Ancient Roman curses from Bath Spa and letters from Hadrian’s Wall are at one end of the spectrum, at the other are NeoLatin authors, many rarely studied by classics students. In between is an exploration of Latin poetry, both sacred and profane; hymns and verse epitaphs; and letters from Cicero, Augustus, Heloise, Erasmus, Petrarch, Smollett, and Sterne, among others. All texts are accompanied by in-depth notes and there is a grammatical index and English translations. Mark Walker is a Latin teacher and the author of Amida and Annus Horribilis. Reference/Language & Linguistics • 160 pp • 5 x 8 9780752448329 • September • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • The History Press

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It’s Not Rocket Science And Other Irritating Modern Clichés Clive Whichelow and Hugh Murray No worries! This high-octane, caffeine-fueled, dictionary of clichés highlights the freshly hackneyed phrases we’re being subjected to 24/7. So how good is that? And what’s not to like? In the last 30 years new technology, fashion, and social set-ups have spawned new clichés galore. Everything on the internet is available at the “click of a mouse,” TV hosts ask the audience to “give it up” when they want them to applaud, call centers tell us “we value your call” even though “all our operators are busy.” And if you’re “gobsmacked” by all this you may be told to “get a life,” “chill out,” or “whatever.” This collection sifts through all aspects of modern life to find the most prevalent, ubiquitous, and downright irritating clichés of our age. Clive Whichelow has written for Rory Bremner, Jonathan Ross, Spitting Image, and Smith and Jones and has coauthored such titles as They X-Rayed My Head and Found Nothing: The Ultimate A– Z of Very Stupid Things Said by Very Famous People. Hugh Murray’s TV and radio writing credits include work for Steve Coogan, Smack the Pony, and others. Reference/Language & Linguistics • 208 pp • 5 x 7 9780749951597 • October • $14.95 Cloth • Piatkus Books

Spilling the Beans on the Cat’s Pyjamas: Popular Expressions What They Mean and Where We Got Them Judy Parkinson A lighthearted and entertaining examination of the origins of a bevy of colorful phrases. Why is it a good thing to be the bee’s knees? How does one become as keen as mustard? And what are people really doing when they see a man about a dog? The origins of a wide range of curious quips and are unveiled in this delightful reference. The meanings of even the most nonsensical phrases are also provided in context. Judy Parkinson is the author of i before e (except after c) and Elton: Made in England. Reference/Language & Linguistics • 192 pp • 5 x 7.5 9781843173656 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Michael O’Mara

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Shakespeare Matters A Little Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing Geoff Spiteri Covering characters, plots, and themes as well as binge drinking, rude gestures, and South Park, an engaging collection of little-known facts about the world’s best-known playwright. Far from being three-hour marathons of unintelligible, boring dialogue, Shakespeare’s plays are in fact exciting, tragic, funny, and often downright rude masterpieces filled with memorable plots, great insults, filthy jokes, and eccentric characters. This handy guide to the Bard’s great works is packed with trivia and pithy entries that cover everything from Shakespeare’s greatest villains to his most cutting insults. Ranging from the truly enlightening to the utterly obscure, the facts and insights in this comprehensive resource bring to life as never before the fascinating world of Shakespeare’s work. Geoff Spiteri is a journalist. Drama • 160 pp • 5 x 6.5 9781906032456 • October • $10.95 (Can $11.95) Cloth • Portico

Latin Matters A Little Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing Simon James Featuring the highlights of Roman history and a comprehensive phrase guide, this is a handy and informative guide to the Latin language. Latin is a tricky subject that comes under assault from all kinds of non cognoscenti who claim its anachronistic tendencies as an easy target. From the spells of Harry Potter to the origins of everyday phrases and the terms that litter law and medicine, this is a fascinating treasure trove of facts about Latin that demonstrates that this supposedly dead language is in fact both important and contemporary. Perfect for enthusiasts and novices alike, this is entertaining evidence that there’s nothing boring about ancient languages. Simon James is a Latin teacher. Language & Linguistics/Reference • 160 pp • 5 x 6.5 9781906032319 • September • $10.95 (Can $11.95) Cloth • Portico

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XENOPHOBE’S GUIDES Highlighting the unique character and behavior of different nations, these humorous guides to cross-cultural awareness are frank, irreverent, and funny—almost guaranteed to cure xenophobia. “Each book is an entertaining essay on the failings, foibles and good points of their subjects. Their humor is relaxed and gentle.” —Lancashire Evening Telegraph “Xenophobe’s Guides aim to help us understand our differences.” —Daily Express Each: Travel/Humor • 92 pp • 4.25 x 7 • September • $7.95 (Can $8.95) Paper • Oval Books

Xenophobe’s Guide to the French Nick Yapp and Michel Syrett “La France comes to life in this tongue-in-cheek pocket guide, a textual romp that disguises a lot of information about France with an irreverent brush.” —Southern Cross Explore the raison d’etre behind the Gallic facade with humor and style. Nick Yapp is the author of 100 Days in Photographs and The American Millennium. 9781906042325 (Replaces 9781902825281)

Xenophobe’s Guide to the Spanish Drew Launay “Might not have the most politically correct title but it has a reputation for being one of the most sympathetic and incisive takes by a foreigner on the habits, outlook and foibles of Spaniards.” —Spain Magazine A guide to understanding the Spanish that views them with the same light-hearted attitude that they themselves display in life. Drew Launay is the author of French for Xenophobes and Spanish for Xenophobes. 9781906042486 (Replaces 9781902825434)

Xenophobe’s Guide to the Japanese Sahoko Kaji Go beyond the etiquette to uncover the real nature of the people of the rising sun. Sahoko Kaji is an economist and a professor. 9781906042400 (Replaces 9781902825366)

Xenophobe’s Guide to the Belgians Antony Mason A guide to understanding the Belgians, best known for their fine chocolate, reveals a humorous and insightful view of the people. Antony Mason is the author of The Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide to Brussels & Bruges, Antwerp & Ghent. 9781906042226 (Replaces 9781902825199)

Xenophobe’s Guide to the Icelanders Richard Sale An insightful, humorous look at Icelandic character and values. Richard Sale is the author of AAA Essential Switzerland and Climbing the World’s 14 Highest Mountains. 9781906042363 (Replaces 9781902825328)

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COLLINS SPEAK GUIDES Collins UK A complete language package for early learners, featuring two audio CDs and access to a free companion website containing interactive activities. This contemporary and fresh reference is divided into three sections that encourage an understanding of the language beyond memorizing simple phrases. The first section presents full, natural conversations concerning a variety of topics, from ordering food to feeling unwell; while the second and third present the vocabulary, grammar rules, and verbs needed to carry on these dialogues. The conversations are also recorded in full on the accompanying audio CDs, and further exercises are available on a companion website so that tricky sections can be further reviewed. Each: Reference/Language & Linguistics • 144 pp • 6 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior Includes 2 audio CDs • November • $19.95 Paper • Collins UK

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COLLINS GEM Collins UK Sound and speak like a native with these handy combination language packs, including 60 minutes of downloadable audio files for pronunciation practice. Ideal for practicing pronunciation and becoming more confident at reading and writing, this helpful volume contains a phrasebook; a specially commissioned food guide that describes the different regional dishes and wines, as well as a menu reader to guide new French speakers through the maze of menus; and a 5,000-word dictionary. The phrases provided are short, easy to use, and applicable to everyday situations and accompanied by a simple pronunciation guide that facilitates speaking as well as listening. A free hourlong MP3 download is available to provide further help with proper pronunciation, making this the ultimate reference for speaking and understanding others while abroad. Each: Reference/Travel • 192 pp • 4 x 5.5 • Four-color Interior • September • $7.95 Paper • Collins UK

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COLLINS EASY LEARNING AUDIO COURSE Collins UK Packed with essential phrases and vocabulary, an accessible language program designed to teach newcomers quickly and effectively. Divided into 12 short units, this easy-to-use language course with three audio CDs will help beginners speak with fluency and ease. Each unit introduces five key words and phrases before expanding into basic vocabulary and syntax. Practice activities, memory tips, and etiquette advice are also provided along with an accompanying 48-page color booklet that provides full transcripts from the audio discs. Ideal for travelers and the timecrunched, this is a fast and simple way to learn a new language fast. Units include: Hello; Excuse me; Where’s the bar?; Over there; What would you like?; Have you got any!?; Can you help me?; I want to go to!; Have you got a room?; It hurts; I want to make an appointment; and What’s it like? Each: Reference/Travel • 48 pp • 5.5 x 7.5 • November • $13.95 • 3 Audio CDs • Collins UK

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COLLINS EASY LEARNING AUDIO COURSE LEVEL 2 An accessible language program designed to further develop vocabulary and syntax for more experienced speakers. The next step in the Easy Learning Audio series, this CD-based course expands on the knowledge gained in the more basic course, enabling learners to converse at a higher level and with greater confidence. The three audio CDs guide learners through a series of 12 short units. Each unit introduces around five new key words or phrases before expanding on the basic vocabulary with practice activities, memory tips, and culture and etiquette advice. The accompanying booklet provides full transcripts of the CD conversations as well as helpful hints to guide the user through the course. Level 2 Easy Learning guides work well as a stand-alone course, but are designed as the perfect follow-up to the Easy Learning beginner guides. Each: Reference/Travel • 48 pp • 5.5 x 7.5 • $13.95 • 3 Audio CDs • Collins UK

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COLLINS LANGUAGE REVOLUTION! AUDIO COURSE Tony Buzan A revolutionary new program for learning a foreign language that incorporates Mind Maps®, Tony Buzan’s acclaimed multimedia memory program. Designed to help every type of learner—whether auditory, visual, or tactile—this unique language guide revolutionizes the process of learning a language by incorporating the renowned Mind Maps® system. Memory techniques such as visual and sound association are utilized to help organize vocabulary and grammar rules in a way that make them easy to remember. Access to a free website that provides extra learning resources, printable mind maps, and video clips is also included, making this a complete, well-rounded approach that makes learning a new language easier than ever before. Tony Buzan is the world-renowned inventor of Mind Maps® and the author of numerous books, including The Mind Map Book, Use Both Sides of Your Brain, and Use Your Perfect Memory. His work has been published in 100 countries and 30 languages. Each: Reference/Language & Linguistics • 208 pp • 6 x 8 • 2 Audio CDs • Collins UK

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Collins Language Revolution!—French

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One Minute Mandarin A Beginner’s Guide to Spoken Chinese for Professionals Peter Coyne Practical and efficient, a guide to pronouncing key Chinese phrases and vocabulary that is ideal for businesses and corporate travelers. Designed specifically for busy professionals, this practical introduction to spoken Mandarin Chinese is ideal for those who only need the most important phrases to get by on the street and in meetings. Each phrase is written in pinyin rather than Chinese script, making them easy to learn and pronounce. Along with invaluable cultural information and tips on etiquette, this guide also offers access to a website where accompanying audio files may be downloaded and used for pronunciation practice. Peter Coyne runs regular Mandarin sessions for CEOs and business executives. Reference/Travel • 168 pp • 5 x 8 9781741754599 • October • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin Academic

Libya Wendy Butfer A comprehensive and practical travel guide to the many extraordinary sights of one of the Mediterranean’s most pristine nations. From towns preserved since the days of the Roman Empire to ancient souks and medinas, magnificent deserts, and prehistoric rock paintings, Libya contains some of the most dramatic and fascinating landscapes and cities in the world. Proud, warm, and welcoming, Libyans are perhaps the most engaging hosts in the Middle East. This lavish guide explores the length and breadth of this unspoilt and fabulously welcoming country, covering its cities and landmarks as well as its little-known highlights. Wendy Buthfer has lived and worked in Libya for eight years. Travel • 240 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • 32 Color Photos • 24 B/W Photos 9781873429792 • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper • Pallas Athene

Isfahan Wilfred Blunt Filled with photos and engravings that capture its cultural magnificence, a comprehensive look at one of the world’s most stunning cities. Once one of the largest cities in the world, Isfahan is an ancient metropolis that sits across timeless trade routes. It became the glittering capital of Iran’s greatest dynasty, the Safavids, during the 16th century. Shah Abbas I (1587–1629) in particular helped to transform it into a city rich in art, cultural wonders, and architecture rich in form and surface decoration. Reprinted for the first time in 40 years, this astounding survey provides a history of the city from its earliest days up through the early 20th century and features dozens of photographs, engravings, and examples of the tilework and architecture from across the centuries that make Isfahan the cultural crown of Iran. Wilfred Blunt (1901–1987) was an art historian and educationalist, and the author of Linnaeus: The Compleat Naturalist. History/Travel • 240 pp • 6 x 8 • 64 Color Photos • 150 B/W Illustrations 20 Diagrams • 20 Maps • 9781873429440 • October • $27.95 (Can $30.95) Paper Pallas Athene

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IMPRESSIONS OF SERIES AA Publishing Packed with information and lush photography, these guides are the perfect introduction to some of the world’s most unique nations. Featuring stunning photographs and articles by local travel experts, these breathtaking volumes highlight some of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Each guide offers insight into the landscapes, cultures, people, and architecture of the country and serves as a remarkably intimate introduction to each nation. Beautiful and informative, these are the perfect resources for globetrotters and armchair travelers alike.

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The Olive Tree A Personal Journey Through Mediterranean Olive Groves Carol Drinkwater The latest in Carol Drinkwater’s acclaimed series of love story-memoir-travelogues charts her colorful and often dangerous journey in search of the routes that olive cultivation has taken over the centuries. “Insightful . . . an appealing and interesting read.” —Waterstones Books Quarterly “Describes life in the South of France with lush, voluptuous appreciation . . . poised to attract fans of Mayle, Mayes, and others of the expatriates-in-paradise genre.” —Publishers Weekly on The Olive Farm “Following her engaging story is like driving the hairpin turns that climb the hills above the French Riviera. . . . Highly recommended.” —Library Journal on The Olive Farm Troubled by the challenges her own South of France farm is experiencing—including an attack by a virulent pest and the premature ripening of the trees’ fruits—Carol realizes new approaches to farming are becoming essential. Traditional customs have been set aside, while the use of excessive chemicals is putting crop harvests at risk. Changing patterns within the world’s climates demand urgent action. Carol’s quest takes her south through Spain, Morocco, Algeria, and Italy before she finally returns to her farm. As a woman traveling alone, she is frequently vulnerable and never more so than in Algeria, where, on her arrival, terrorist bombs devastate the capital. Determined not to give up, Carol accepts the support of a network of beekeepers who parcel her across troubled territories. Through her travels Carol confronts some of the critical issues of our time—land-care and the harsh realities of diminishing water reserves—and ends her momentous journey in the company of olive growers whose vision for the future is remarkable and ingenious. This is a gripping narrative of an intrepid and unusual journey around the western shores of the 21st-century Mediterranean. Carol Drinkwater is the author of several previous memoirs of life on an olive farm in Provence, including The Olive Farm, The Olive Season, The Olive Harvest, and The Olive Route. Travel/Autobiography • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9780753826126 • January • $14.95 Paper • Phoenix

By Any Means His Brand-New Expedition from Wicklow to Wollongong Charley Boorman Following his motorcycle trips around the planet with Ewan McGregor in Long Way Round and Long Way Down, as well as his thrilling path through Africa in Race to Dakar, Charley Boorman is back with an even more outrageous, globetrotting adventure. Charley Boorman has arranged himself a new challenge: he must travel from his home town in England all the way to Sydney, Australia, and he must use any means available to reach his destination, including steam train, horse, boat, kayak, motorcycle, and tuk-tuk. Whether crossing the Black Sea, trekking through Tibet, riding an elephant in India, or hiking through the forests of Papua New Guinea, Charley’s thrilling travels visit extraordinary places via unusual transports. With trademark enthusiasm, dedication, and good humor, Charley tackles his most challenging voyage to date with astounding results. Charley Boorman is the author of Race to Dakar and coauthor with Ewan McGregor of Long Way Down and Long Way Round. Travel • 352 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 64 Color Photos 9781847442475 • September • $19.95 Paper • Sphere

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Tao On the Road and on the Run in Outlaw China Aya Goda Far from boomtown Beijing, there is another China—join an unlikely vagabond couple exploring it in this exhilarating Chinese On the Road. “An arresting book is about to take hold of our collective vision of rural China. A dozen film producers would die to adapt this book into an irresistible road movie.” —Guardian As protests swirl in the cities and all foreign faces arouse suspicions, venturesome young Japanese student Aya Goda travels deep into the interior of China. There she falls in love with the charismatic and combative wandering painter Cao, whose work is initially tolerated by the Chinese authorities and then banned, suddenly flipping the couple over onto the wrong side of the law. With the police on their tails, the pair criss-cross the vastnesses of middle China and push up into Tibet, where Cao has been trained as a sky-burial master. By truck and by jalopy, biplane and train, dodging bandits and bureaucrats alike, the pair take a high-speed, high-risk journey through this fast-changing country. Like some East Asian Cassady and Kerouac, Cao and Goda are wild kindred spirits in search of enlightenment and freedom, and Goda’s prose— clear and metallic as a Himalayan stream—permits the reader to share their every intrepid step and twist and to taste the tangily different flavors of contemporary China. Aya Goda works as a painter. Travel/Autobiography • 384 pp • 5 x 8 9781846270253 • September • $16.95 Paper • Portobello Books

A Country in the Moon Travels in Search of the Heart of Poland Michael Moran Funny and insightful, this insider’s view of Poland reflects upon the landscape, people, and history of what was once one of the largest and most powerful nations in Europe. “If you fancy elegant erudition, A Country in the Moon is a three-star feast.” —Time Out “Erudite, humbling and rhapsodic . . . No thinking traveller interested in Poland should overlook this essential book.” —Guardian “Literary travel writing at its best: elegiac, informative and profound . . . probably the best travel book I will read this year.” —Wanderlust Michael Moran keeps company with a gallery of fantastic characters in this uproarious memoir and meticulously researched cultural journey. In chronicling the resurrection of the nation from war and the Holocaust, he paints a portrait of the unknown Poland, one of monumental castles, primeval forests, and of course, the Poles themselves. Moran shows the quirky, colorful side of Polish life obscured by memories of communism, but does not neglect dark side of Polish history—antiSemitism and the Holocaust. This captivating journey into the heart of a country is a timely and brilliant celebration of a valiant and richly cultured people. Michael Moran is the author of the Thomas Cook short-listed Beyond the Coral Sea. Travel/Autobiography • 384 pp • 5 x 8 9781847081049 • October • $16.95 Paper • Granta UK

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The Bridge A Journey Between Orient and Ancient Geert Mak Describing the cultural effect of the Galata Bridge in Istanbul and the personal stories of the people who use it, this thoughtful travelogue explores intersections of North and South, East and West, providing charming insights into modern Turkey. “His intimate portraits disrupt tidy European prejudices, and this thoughtful, beautifully written book is suffused with a respect for the richness of the inner life of individuals that transcends tired metaphors.” —Independent “His genius as a historian is his instinct for human stories . . . Mak is the history teacher everyone should have had.” —Financial Times “Brilliant . . . a remarkable, insightful, exhilarating exposition on that peculiar continent across the Atlantic.” —Publishers Weekly starred review of In Europe Istanbul’s Galata Bridge has spanned the Golden Horn since the sixth century AD, connecting the old city with the more Western districts to the north. But the bridge is a city in itself, peopled by merchants and petty thieves, tourists and fishermen, and at the same time a microcosmic reflection of Turkey as the link between Asia and Europe. Geert Mak introduces us to the woman who sells lottery tickets, the cigarette vendors, and the best pickpockets in Europe. He tells us about the pride of the cobbler and the tea-seller’s homesickness. And he describes the role of honor in Turkish culture, the temptations of fundamentalism and violence, and the urge to survive, even in the face of despair. These stories of the bridge’s denizens are interwoven with vignettes illuminating moments in the history of Istanbul and Turkey and shedding light on Turkey’s relationship with Europe and the West, the Armenian question, the migration from the Turkish countryside to the city, and the demise of the Ottoman Empire. Geert Mak is a journalist, historian, and one of the Netherlands’ bestselling writers; his books include Amsterdam, In Europe, and Jorwerd. Travel/History • 160 pp • 5 x 8 9780099532149 • January • $14.95 Paper • Vintage UK

Divine Magnetic Lands A Journey in America Timothy O’Grady Incorporating history, memoir, and state-of-the-nation analysis, this is a candid picture of America as it enters the 21st century. “As a memoir of the road, O’Grady’s work is hugely successful. In many ways it is a literary guide to the U.S.” —Irish Times In 1973, at age 22, Timothy O’Grady left the U.S. for Europe. Over the next 30 years he watched as the American counterculture crashed, wars were declared, and the country was attacked by air. Much of the world began to look at America in a new way and to wonder where the great democracy was heading. In an effort to solve this riddle, O’Grady returned to his native land in order to travel more than 15,000 miles through 35 states. He met academics, the homeless, war veterans, political activists, New Orleans rappers, billionaires, novelists, and a Ku Klux Klansman. At every city and town, there seemed to be a slightly different understanding of what America was and where it was going. Part travelogue, part history, and part social study, this is a fascinating, grassroots investigation of the state of the country today. Timothy O’Grady is a novelist and the author of I Could Read the Sky and Light. Travel • 544 pp • 5 x 8 9780099469537 • November • $16.95 Paper • Vintage UK

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Through a Land of Extremes The Littledales of Central Asia Elizabeth Clinch and Nicholas Clinch Foreword by Sir Chris Bonington Never-before-published photos enrich this look at the life and work of the greatest English explorers of their day. On August 4, 1895, at a 19,000-foot pass on the north side of Goring La in Tibet, only 48 miles from Lhasa, a 43-year-old Englishman, his 55-year-old wife, and a fox terrier confronted more than 150 Tibetans armed with primitive matchlocks. The Englishman was St. George Littledale. His wife, Teresa, had shared in all of his adventures. In the 19th century, Teresa and George Littledale were known as the greatest English explorers of their day, journeying further into the hidden lands of Asia than any previous Western explorer had achieved. Yet, because they never published their own account of their journeys, for more than a century their story has remained largely forgotten. Now the authors, having discovered the Littledales’ diaries and letters, piece together for the first time their remarkable, adventurous, and courageous lives. Elizabeth Clinch and Nicholas Clinch have been to Chinese Central Asia, visiting the places the Littledales stayed. Nicholas Clinch is former executive director of the Sierra Club Foundation and president of the American Alpine Club. He organized and led Himalayan expeditions and an Antarctic expedition. They live in Palo Alto, California. Sir Chris Bonington is a mountaineer and the author of Annapurna South Face and Everest: The Unclimbed Ridge. Biography/Travel • 336 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 40 B/W Photos 9780750947831 • September • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press

In & Around London Gavan Naden and Max Riddington Edited by Sarah Pickering A veritable treasure trove of the best sights on offer in London and its outskirts. Within these sumptuously illustrated pages are details of all of the top sites to visit in and around one of the most exciting capitals in the world. Readers can enjoy uncovering the history of the city’s most famous landmarks—from the ancient halls of power in Westminster and the magnificence of St. Paul’s Cathedral into the 20th century and beyond with Tate Modern and the London Eye. A useful map of London and the Underground is included. Gavan Naden is the coauthor of Frances: The Remarkable Story of Princess Diana’s Mother. Travel • 64 pp • 7.5 x 10.5 • Color Photos Throughout 9781841652443 • January • $8.95 (Can $9.95) Paper • Pitkin

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Fancyapint? In London The Comprehensive Guide to Drinking in the Capital Gordon Butler Forthright and comprehensive, this is the only guide you need to find the perfect watering hole when visiting London. This no-nonsense guide to the best—and worst—of London’s diverse and legendary drinking establishments features groupings of pubs arranged by the nearest tube stop, making it easy to find any place or discover hidden gems. The Top Ten Pubs section includes: Thames-side pubs, pubs for alfresco dining, pubs for watching sports, pubs near visitor attractions, and pubs for food. Almost every pub in the city—more than 600 of them—is profiled with color photos and details on atmosphere, clientele, food, and the range of drinks on offer, making this the ultimate resource for London pub-goers. Gordon Butler is a founding member of Fancyapint.com. Travel • 440 pp • 5 x 8 • Color Photos Throughout 9781844547074 (Replaces 9781844542871) • September $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • John Blake

Good Beer Guide 2009 Edited by Roger Protz The longest established, highly respected guide to the best beer and pubs in the UK celebrates its 36th edition with more than 4,500 pubs listed. “The definitive rundown of the best places in the UK to get a pint of real ale, from cozy country inns to upmarket-style bars.” —Time Out Magazine The Good Beer Guide is the comprehensive resource of the UK’s best pubs—from sophisticated city bars to inviting country inns, there is a pub for everyone in this indispensable book. The pubs are all regularly surveyed by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) members so you can rely on this being the most up-to-date and well vetted of all pub guides. Discover the best pubs to visit in towns, cities, and the countryside throughout the UK. For each of the more than 4,500 pub entries you will find full details of real ale served, as well as details about food, entertainment, suitability of facilities for families, history, and architecture. The guide also contains a unique, expanded Breweries section which lists every brewery that produces cask beer in the UK. Roger Protz is a journalist, a broadcaster, a campaigner, and the author of more than 15 books about beer and brewing, including 300 Beers to Try Before You Die! Twice a winner of the Glenfiddich Drink Writer of the Year Award, he also won a Lifetime Achievement Award from the British Guild of Beer Writers. Travel • 880 pp • 5 x 9 • 36 Color Photos 9781852492496 (Replaces 9781852492311) • Available • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • CAMRA Books

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Pocket Atlas London Collins UK An ideal purchase for resident and visitor alike, this neat, handy, pocket-sized atlas has an extensive area of coverage and shows the center of London at an extra large scale. Maps in this atlas are exceptionally clear and easy to use with color coding for both the roads as well as locations such as shops, hospitals, hotels, schools, and more. They include postal district boundaries, car parks and police stations, tourist information centers, an Underground map on the rear cover, and a full index of street names. The area of coverage extends from Chiswick in the west to Barking in the east and Hackney in the north to Dulwich in the south. Compact, pocket-sized, and showing a wealth of detail, the scale is 3.17 inches to one mile. Travel • 144 pp • 4 x 6 • Four-color Interior 9780007308750 • December • $6.95 Paper • Collins UK

London Mini Streetfinder Collins UK An ideal purchase for those wanting a wealth of detail and a large area of coverage in a portable format, this pocket-sized atlas features color coding for both roads and locations such as shops, hospitals, hotels, and places of interest. Ideal for pocket or purse, this handy street atlas covers a large area of central London at a clear and easy-to-read scale. The pages have striking colored page edges to highlight the different scales of mapping available. It includes color-classified roads and buildings; postal district boundaries; car parks, hospitals, and police stations; and tourist information centers. Specific maps include a West End theaters and cinemas map, a West End shopping map, and a congestion charging map and information. Main mapping at 3.5 inches to one mile extends from Wembley in the northwest to Richmond Park in the southeast, and Stratford in the northeast to Lewisham in the southeast. Extra large-scale centralarea mapping at 7 inches to one mile extends from Kilburn to Fulham Broadway and from Hoxton to Camberwell. Travel • 320 pp • 4 x 5.5 • Four-color Interior 9780007303564 • December • $6.95 Paper • Collins UK

Greater London Streetfinder 20th Edition Collins UK The ultimate London street atlas has undergone a full revision resulting in thousands of updates being made to the map detail. Incredibly detailed street level maps—with more than 40 categories of information— cover 1,660 square miles in and around London. Extra large-scale central London maps at 6.3 inches to 1 mile make for ease of use in the more congested areas. Four main map scales ranging from route planning maps of southeast England to largescale, central-area maps are ideal for navigation. An Underground map and London connections rail map show travel zones. Theaters, cinemas, and shopping maps are included, as well as a full index of street names, places of interest, hospitals, schools, colleges, and stations. The 3.2 inches to one mile scale extends from Welwyn Garden City in the north to Gatwick Airport in the south and from Windsor in the west to Gravesend in the east. The 6.3 inches to one mile scale extends from Highbury in the north to Clapham in the south and from Shepherd’s Bush in the west to Beckton in the east. This is the definitive reference atlas for London and the surrounding area. Travel • 480 pp • 8.5 x 12 • Four-color Interior 9780007274376 • February • $24.95 Paper • Collins UK

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Ireland Comprehensive Road Atlas Collins UK For travelers looking for general purpose maps with a high level of detail at a variety of scales, this atlas covers the whole of the Republic of Ireland plus Northern Ireland. For both business and pleasure use, this atlas contains a range of mapping scales, including a 9 miles to one inch route-planning map, main maps at 3.2 miles to one inch that are ideal for navigation, and a wide selection of detailed town center street plans. This edition includes the locations of safety cameras and speed enforcement zones, which highlight roads that have a high risk of accidents. Also new is the addition of Blue Flag and Green Coast beaches, ideal for vacationers. These have been evaluated for their water quality and safety, and, in the case of Blue Flag beaches, for their amenities such as life guards and restrooms. The main road mapping is packed with detail such as a comprehensive color- classified road network, clearly marked toll roads, color layering to show land height, and tourist information centers. A wide range of fully indexed town and city center maps includes Bangor, Belfast, Cork, Drogheda, Dublin, Dun Laoghaire, Galway, Kilkenny, Killarney, Limerick, Lisburn, Londonderry (Derry), Newry, Newtownabbey, and Waterford. There is also comprehensive information for visitors to Belfast, Cork, Dublin, and Limerick. Travel • 160 pp • 8.5 x 12 • Four-color Interior 9780007312818 • February • $13.95 Spiral • Collins UK

Ireland Handy Road Atlas Collins UK The whole of Ireland is represented in this road atlas, ideal for the resident, visitor, or tourist who travels extensively around Ireland. Complete with information on places of tourist interest, this handy route-planning atlas in full color also features fully indexed town-center plans of Belfast, Cork, Dublin, Galway, Limerick, and Londonderry. The whole of Ireland is mapped at 9 miles to one inch. The cartogaphy is beautifully designed with color classified roads and subtly layered height tinting, and new for this edition is the inclusion of a map showing the location of Blue Flag and Green Coast beaches. These have been evaluated for their water quality and safety, and, in the case of Blue Flag beaches, for their amenities such as life guards and restrooms. Also included are a list of tourist information centers; descriptions of places of interest; a full index of place names and places of interest; information on airports, ferries, and radio stations; and a mileage chart. Travel • 64 pp • 6 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior 9780007254606 • February • $7.95 Paper • Collins UK

Greater Dublin Streetfinder Atlas Collins UK A handy-format street atlas of Greater Dublin with clear, detailed street mapping. Scaled four inches to one mile, this street mapping of Greater Dublin is fully indexed. Fixed safety cameras have been added as well as speed enforcement zones, which highlight roads that have a high risk of accidents. A comprehensive visitor guide section gives details of Dublin’s history, places to visit, and useful local information. A large area is covered, including Dublin and its surroundings such as Swords, Greystones, Clonee and Malahide, Maynooth, Leixlip, Rathcoole, Ashbourne, and Adamstown. Travel • 200 pp • 5 x 8 • Four-color Interior 9780007312825 • February • $10.95 Paper • Collins UK

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Scotland Handy Road Atlas Collins UK The handy format and a wide range of city plans make this the ideal companion for traveling around Scotland. Clear, attractive route-planning maps of the whole of Scotland are supported by comprehensive, fully indexed city-center street maps of Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, and Perth. These maps have places of tourist interest highlighted; attractive layer coloring showing land height; and fully classified and color-coded road networks. There is detailed street mapping of Edinburgh, including the Royal Mile with all its attractions clearly marked, Leith, and Holyrood Park; detailed street mapping of Glasgow, including the West End; detailed street mapping of Aberdeen; and street maps, with indexes, of Dundee, Inverness, and Perth city centers. The Tranport Connections section lists all the airports and details of all vehicle ferries into and within Scotland. Covering the whole of Scotland and part of northern England, extending down to Kendal and Scarborough in the south, this atlas has a scale of 9.9 miles to one inch. Travel • 72 pp • 6 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior 9780007254613 • February • $7.95 Paper • Collins UK

Atlas & Guide Edinburgh Collins UK This pocket-sized atlas and guide of central Edinburgh is packed with information to ensure that travelers make the most of their visit. Featuring the highly respected Collins color-coded mapping, this guide to Edinburgh includes such essential information as emergency contact numbers; the best way to get around; the best places to shop and visit; and where to go for live music, movies, and much more. Attractive color-coded street mapping is at 5.3 inches to one mile, while central Edinburgh is at seven inches to one mile. This ideal purchase for tourists and day-trippers also includes a full index of street mapping and places of interest; color sections about places to visit, including Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse; and a central map focused on the Royal Mile. Travel • 96 pp • 4 x 6 • Four-color Interior 9780007274383 • February • $6.95 Spiral Collins UK

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Handy Road Atlas Europe Featuring a lay-flat design that is ideal for reading on the road, this is a handy road atlas covering Europe’s major highways, roads, and attractions. Every major European country is covered in this fully updated road atlas that features a ratio of 34 miles to one inch. 180 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 9780007325870 • December • $9.95 Spiral

Europe Essential Road Atlas The perfect companion for a trip by car through Europe. Fully revised, this spiral road atlas contains road mapping, route-planning maps, larger-scale road maps of the Ruhr and Rhine, city through route maps, citycenter plans, and a comprehensive place names index. 304 pp • 8.5 x 12 • 9780007317929 • February • $19.95 Spiral

Britain Big Road Atlas Printed on paper sourced from a sustainable forest, this fully updated road mapping covers the whole of Britain, available in spiral and paper. The ultimate 3.2 miles to one inch scale, large-format road atlas for Britain features Collins’ popular and well-established road mapping, designed for exceptional clarity. A wide range of urban area maps at even larger scale is included, plus 56 detailed, town-center street plans. 176 pp • 12 x 15.5 • December Spiral: 9780007284993 • $18.95 Paper: 9780007284986 • $15.95

Essential Road Atlas Britain This handy-sized spiral road atlas covers the whole of Britain at a selection of useful scales. This road atlas with popular lie-flat spiral binding features clear, detailed road mapping at a scale of 3.2 miles to one inch, with land height shown by attractive layer coloring. 336 pp • 8.5 x 12 • 9780007285013 • December • $19.95 Spiral

Britain & Ireland Handy Road Atlas The ideal traveling companion, this handy road atlas has extremely clear route-planning maps of Britain and Ireland and fits neatly into the glove compartment, pocket, or bag. The atlas includes road maps that focus on the main roads, motorways, and settlements; a useful distance-calculator chart highlighting distances between the major towns; a separate distance chart; and an index for the Ireland section. 80 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 9780007285037 • December • $6.95 Spiral

Britain Fold Out Road Atlas A revolutionary road atlas of Britain features large pages folded into a more portable-sized product. Despite the compact size of the atlas, each mapping page folds out to reveal a large area of mapping at a scale of 3.2 miles to one inch. 208 pp • 6 x 11.5 • 9780007285020 • December • $19.95 Spiral

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The Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword 9 Collins UK A supremely fiendish collection of 50 jumbo-sized cryptic puzzles, conceived to vex the wits and baffle the brain. Compiled by the editor of London’s The Times crossword, this original compilation will challenge even the most experienced crossword buff. With unique grids of 23 x 23 squares—larger than the standard 15 x 15 grid—these puzzles require serious word power and brain bending, and are the perfect quizzes for those looking to test their linguistic prowess to its limit. Initially published just four times a year on holidays, The Times crossword has appeared on a weekly basis since 1997. Games • 128 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 9780007313990 • October • $11.95 Paper • Collins UK

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The Times Codeword Book 1 Puzzler Media Ciao to crosswords and so long to sudokus—this compendium offers brandnew puzzles that rely on patience, logic, and ingenuity to crack the code! The perfect alternative to knowledge-based crosswords and number-crunching sudokus, Codeword is an utterly addictive puzzle designed to test word power and logic. The concept is simple: each number represents a letter; puzzle-crackers must use a base of solved letters to unveil more letters, form words, and then crack the code. This compelling collection contains 150 new puzzles ranked in increasing levels of difficulty, making this the perfect introductory volume for novices. Puzzler Media is one of the largest puzzle content providers. Games • 192 pp • 5 x 8 9780007313969 • November • $9.95 Paper • Collins UK

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Improve Your Declarer Play at No-Trumps Ron Klinger Ron Klinger brings his knowledge and skills as a leading teacher to bear on the difficult situations declarer faces when playing in no-trumps. Many players feel trepidation when faced with playing a no-trumps contract. This invaluable bridge guide to better declarer play teaches players how to approach such contracts without fear. The correct lines and logical thinking are explained clearly, and you will not only make your contracts but also score overtricks. Ron Klinger, an international player, Australian Grand Master, and World Bridge Federation International Master, is one of the world’s leading bridge teachers. His other titles include 100 Winning Bridge Tips, Improve Your Bridge Memory, and The Modern Losing Trick Count. Games • 96 pp • 9780297858355 • January • $19.95

Improve Your Opening Leads Ron Klinger More games are lost by making the incorrect opening lead than by any other play—this essential guide to better bridge will help any player improve their game and their results. The opening lead is one of the toughest areas of bridge. By following the guidelines in this book, not only will you find the winning lead more often, but you will also be able to avoid the futile or dangerous leads that make the declarer’s task easier. This book is about the logic and methods for finding the best lead, time and time again. Ron Klinger, an international player, Australian Grand Master, and World Bridge Federation International Master, is one of the world’s leading bridge teachers. His other titles include 100 Winning Bridge Tips, Improve Your Bridge Memory, and The Modern Losing Trick Count. Games • 96 pp • 9780297858348 • January • $19.95

Celestial Cardplay David Bird As ever, the irascible Abbot makes his acerbic presence felt and the long-suffering fraternity diverts itself with much entertaining and excitingly interesting bridge, in the 10th collection of this celebrated series. The pompous and self-important Abbot hosts a tricky visit from Monsignor Vecchio, a representative of the Vatican authorities. Everything must be done to ensure that the visitor, a very moderate bridge player, finishes well in the monastery duplicate. Regular followers of David Bird’s work will know what to expect—a first-rate mixture of excellent bridge, entertaining characters, and sparkling dialogue. David Bird is a prolific author with 97 bridge titles to his name. His series of humorous bridge stories featuring the monks of the St. Titus monastery has run continuously in Bridge Magazine for 30 years. Fiction/Games • 128 pp • 9780297858324 • November • $22.95

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PROGRESS IN CHESS Mark Dvoretsky and Artur Yusupov The world’s top trainer, Mark Dvoretsky, and one of his best-known pupils, grandmaster Artur Yusupov, present a five-volume series based on courses given to talented young players throughout the world. The books contain contributions by other leading trainers and grandmasters, as well as games by pupils who have attended the courses. Players learn how to make chess moves that not only improve their position but also prevent opponents from improving theirs. Mark Dvoretsky is an International Master and Artur Yusupov is an International Grandmaster of chess. They are the authors of Secrets of Chess Training, Secrets of Endgame Technique, and Secrets of Opening Preparation. Each: Games • 6.5 x 9.5 • $39.95 (Can $43.95) Paper • Edition Olms

Secrets of Positional Play School of Future Champions 4 Though first expounded by Nimzowitsch, Mark Dvoretsky and his pupil have brilliantly developed the strategy of prophylaxis. This hands-on guide explains all of the details and uses of the prophylaxis concept. Specifically, the art of positional play is explained in terms of planning, maneuvering, studying typical positions, and using deep strategy in grandmaster games. 240 pp • 9783283005184 • September

Secrets of Creative Thinking School of Future Champions 5 The final volume of the series deals with various creative aspects, such as the calculation of variations and the development of intuition. It also explores the psychology of taking decisions, when both attacking and defending. 220 pp • 9783283005191 • October

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Limey Gumshoe The Hapless Adventures of a High-Visibility Undercover Detective Will Randall An unlikely private detective finds himself knee-deep in a bevy of cases ranging from the bizarre to the heartrending. “Highly entertaining . . . there is much pointed irony and satire to enjoy.” —Times on Another Long Day on the Piste “A wonderful, amusing and affirmative book about that remarkable country, filled with laughter, color, and simple decency. Bravo, Mr. Randall. Bravo.” —Alexander McCall Smith, author, The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, on Botswana Time

PI Magazine plans to feature the book and have it reviewed by one of the top PIs in the U.S. and recommend it to all students of private detection House-sitting in Boston one winter, Will Randall falls in with one of his more disreputable acquaintances, Jack J. Makepeace, who introduces Randall to his current employers, Chestnut Investigations. Soon Will finds himself appointed apprentice Private Investigator at the firm. He tails mongrels and errant husbands, attends a seminar on blood spatter, and is recruited in a strip club by an anti-government dancer. The emotional stakes are suddenly raised when Randall finds himself investigating the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl from her affluent home as well as fighting to save a vulnerable boy from the housing projects from a miscarriage of justice. Often hilarious and sometimes scary, this is an eye-opening perspective on the bizarre world of private investigation. Will Randall is the author of several travelogues, including Another Long Day on the Piste, Botswana Time, Indian Summer, and Solomon Time. True Crime/Autobiography • 304 pp • 5 x 8 9780349120409 • January • $19.95 Paper • Abacus

Conned Scams, Frauds and Swindles James Morton and Hilary Bateson A look at the greatest conmen—and conwomen—of all time. A racy, highly entertaining history of cons and conmen, this survey shows how the great, the good, and the bad—from Oscar Wilde to Al Capone—have fallen victim to the wiles of the trickster. To the many people who have been the subject of a con, this book will be of personal interest, while luckier readers will be fascinated to learn how it has happened to others. In Capone’s case, he purchased a machine from “Count” Victor Lustig, guaranteed to produce dollar bills. Other great cons are described in alarming yet funny chapters such as Royal Cons, Psychic Swindlers, Fairground Cons, Sexual Swindles, and Gambling Swindles. In 1726, Mary Tofts supposedly gave birth to a series of bunnies in London. In 1908 in Paris, Henry Lemoine persuaded a diamond magnate that he could manufacture diamonds from coal. In 1926 in Paris, “Count” Victor Lustig sold the Eiffel Tower for scrap—twice. In 1990, Charles Daugherty, a 26-year-old black man, was arrested for criminal impersonation; he had enrolled in Corondao High School as a 17-year-old white female student and joined the all-female cheerleading squad. In 1996, two Americans came to England to sell a box that manufactured Bank of England notes. James Morton is the author of Lola Montez. Hilary Bateson has been researching cons and conmen for many years. True Crime • 256 pp • 5 x 7.5 9780749929374 • November • $16.95 Paper • Piatkus Books

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Mafia Inside the Dark Heart A. G. D. Maran What was the role of the Mafia in the death of Pope John Paul I? What was the organization’s connection to the Kennedy family? These and many other intriguing issues are covered in Maran’s refreshing new take on a perenially enthralling subject. “A comprehensive history . . . a very readable journey.” —Italy Magazine Remarkable though it may now seem, the biggest criminal organization the world has ever seen actually started as an alternative form of local government in the Sicilian countryside, and was once arguably a force for “good.” But this first incarnation of the Mafia was crushed by Mussolini, and its postwar successor took the more familiar form immortalized in films such as The Godfather. This exhaustively researched account examines these eras before going on to address the “third” Mafia and the connections between politicians and the underworld. Along the way, A. G. D. Maran poses many provocative questions, including: Why was Lucky Luciano, the father of modern organized crime, freed from a life sentence in America and deported to Italy, allowing him to organize the international drug trade? Why did the Mafia murder Roberto Calvi, known as God’s Banker? What is the relationship between the Mafia and Freemasonry? and Why did it take 40 years to find the Last Godfather, Bernardo Provenzano, captured in 2006? He uncovers a number of genuine revelations along the way. A. G. D. Maran is of Italian descent, and members of his family fled to England after being targeted by the Mafia in New York. He wrote the book after witnessing Mafia corruption spread quickly throughout Italian society. True Crime • 416 pp • 5 x 8 • 2 Maps 9781845964573 • October • $14.95 Paper • Mainstream Publishing

Send Them to Hell The Brutal Horrors of Bangkok’s Nightmare Jails Sebastian Williams An intense and gripping exposure of the horrors associated with the criminal justice and penal systems in Thailand. Horrifying yet authentic, this chronicle details life as lived by foreign inmates over the past two decades in Bangkok’s notorious prison system. Murder, human-rights abuse, drugs, prisoner and child sex slavery, blackmail, extortion, extreme violence, medical maltreatment, and unjustifiable death penalties feature as everyday occurrences in the living hells that are Bangkwang and Klong Prem jails. Sebastian Williams’ blistering exposé graphically reveals this shocking reality through the eyes of a long-term inmate who has endured firsthand the unimaginable, inhuman nightmare that constitutes the Thai penal system. Sebastian Williams currently resides in Thailand. Biography/Social Science • 432 pp • 6 x 9 9781840189919 • September • $17.95 Paper • Mainstream Publishing

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She Devils True Stories of the World’s Most Notorious Female Serial Killers Anne McDuff From Aileen Wuournos to lesser-known female murderers, the horrific stories behind their crimes and the inner workings of their twisted minds. Very few women kill. When they do, it is often the tragic outcome of domestic abuse, drug addiction, or mental illness. It is rare for women to kill for pleasure, yet a few emerge in each generation. At the turn of the last century, with no adoption agencies to protect them, unwanted newborns were killed by Annie Walters. Ninety years later, Aileen Wuornos sold herself on the highways of Florida, a well-known hunting ground for men looking for prostitutes—until she became the hunter. Rose West exploited lonely girls from nearby children’s homes, and in the 1960s Myra Hindley took sickening advantage of the blind trust of Britain where children were safe to walk the streets alone. Beverley Allit and Marybeth Tinning thought that, as a nurse and a mother, the deaths of the children in their care would be seen as tragic accidents. And Karla Homolka exploited a different prejudice: she was perfect, pretty, and so caring as a veterinary nurse— no one ever imagined she could be a sexual predator and killer. True Crime • 288 pp • 6 x 9 9781844547296 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • John Blake

The World’s Ten Most Evil Men Nigel Cawthorne Manson, bin Laden, Josef Fritzl—this collection is a terrifying reminder that monsters really do exist. There are plenty of misguided, violent, and unpleasant people in the world, but how many can be classified as truly evil? In this hard-hitting collection, acclaimed author Nigel Cawthorne examines 10 of the most sickeningly twisted men who are still alive today. Some of them, like serial killer Dennis Nilsen and cult leader Charles Manson, are thankfully behind bars. Others, including the world’s most wanted terrorist, Osama bin Laden, are still at large. Unbelievably, one of them, Robert Mugabe, is still clinging to the reins of power and continues to inflict suffering and economic mayhem on the desperate people of Zimbabwe. Inside this book is the gut-twisting story of Charles Taylor, the blood-soaked African general who has “recruited” thousands of child soldiers, and one of the most shocking cases of recent years: that of Josef Fritzl, the Austrian man who imprisoned and sexually abused his own daughter for almost 25 years. Nigel Cawthorne is the author of many books, including A History of Pirates, Serial Killers and Mass Murderers, and Witches. True Crime • 288 pp • 6 x 9 9781844547456 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • John Blake

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Royal Murders Dulcie M. Ashdown Spanning more than 1,000 years, from Ivan the Terrible and Macbeth to Princess Diana, a compelling journey through the dark side of royal history. The motives, means, and consequences of the murders among members of Europe’s ruling families are examined in fascinating detail. Plucking true stories due to their historical significance and sheer intrigue, this book relates violent deaths amid royal splendor and the overthrow of tyrants by oppressed populations. Methods vary from sword and arrow, to bomb and bullet, to alleged witchcraft. Settings range from Russia to Portugal. The involvement Mary Queen of Scots may have had in her second husband’s murder is examined as well as a search for the facts behind Shakespeare’s portrayal of the murderous usurpers Macbeth and Richard III. But in European history there has been no royal murder to rival Russia’s Tsar Ivan the Terrible, a homicidal maniac responsible for thousands of deaths, whose dramatic killing sprees are examined here. Dulcie M. Ashdown is the author of numerous books on British and European history, including Tudor Cousins. True Crime/History • 272 pp • 5 x 8 9780752449371 (Replaces 9780750924399) • September $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • The History Press

Unimagined A Muslim Boy Meets the West Imran Ahmad Now in paper, the misadventures of a Muslim boy born in Pakistan who grows up to embrace the West. “A forthright, wry, entirely enjoyable memoir . . . A scrupulously well-intentioned look at how Christians and Muslims might live respectfully side by side.” —Kirkus Reviews “Charming, informative and honest . . . I enjoyed the book very much.” —Andrew Collins, author, Where Did It All Go Right? “Wonderfully evocative and strangely touching.” —Sunday Times Imran Ahmad remembers his childhood in a series of vivid snapshots: outrage as deserved victory is snatched away from him in the Karachi Bonnie Baby contest; being tricked out of his collection of Tarzan bubblegum cards by a junior con artist; the heady taste of success in the metropolitan police school’s quiz; joy at passing the entrance exam to the local grammar school; and shock at experiencing racist abuse from pupils, neighbors, and strangers. After moving to London from Karachi at age two, Imran’s response to his strange new surroundings is to engage in an eternal quest to become the quintessential English gentleman: tie perfectly knotted, shirt pristinely ironed, hair neatly combed. Like most boys, he also has a parallel obsession with cars and girls: he yearns to go driving off into the distance in a Jaguar XJS and encountering danger, adventure, and a vivacious brunette. This is a lighthearted and amusing look at the results of East meeting West inside the head of a precocious and headstrong boy. Autobiography • 288 pp • 5 x 7.5 9781845133252 (Replaces 9781845132286) • September $14.95 New in Paper • Aurum Press

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Suffer the Little Children The Harrowing True Story of a Girl’s Brutal Convent Upbringing Frances Reilly The heartbreaking yet inspiring account of an abused childhood, a stolen future, and the strength of the human spirit. Clutching her eight-week-old sister in her arms, Frances Reilly was abandoned by her mother outside the gates of the Poor Sisters of Nazareth Convent. It was Christmas morning 1956 and Frances was two years old. For the next 13 years Frances experienced institutionalized cruelty under the care of her new guardians: she was beaten, raped, and molested on numerous occasions. The nuns stripped her of everything— her best friend, her innocence, even her name—but they could not suppress her spirit and her neverending hope of a better life. Written with great honesty and integrity, this moving account of childhood suffering is a tragic yet inspiring story. Through it all, Frances refused to be broken. This is the account of her resolution to survive and defy the evil that stole her childhood. Frances Reilly has recently settled her civil case against the Poor Sisters of Nazareth Convent. She now lives with her two sons. Autobiography/Inspirational • 224 pp • 5 x 8 9780752880808 • February • $12.95 Paper • Orion Publishing

Journey to Nowhere One Woman Looks for the Promised Land Eva Figes “The most truthful book I’ve read for decades—perhaps since first reading James Baldwin.” —John Berger, author, Ways of Seeing “Figes is unflinching in her discussion of Israel and America . . . Her judgment on the occupation is spot on.” —Guardian “A brave book. It is Figes’s status as a victim of persecution that gives her the courage and authority to condemn Israel’s treatment of the Palestinians.” —Observer “Fusing history and memoir, Eva Figes’s polemical account of the creation of Israel is bewitchingly told . . . [a] luminously personal chronicle.” —Sunday Times Eva Figes and her family fled the horror of Nazi Germany when Eva was only six, forced to leave behind friends, relatives, and their housemaid, Edith. Ten years later, Edith suddenly reemerged in their lives. Having miraculously survived wartime Berlin, she had reluctantly emigrated to hostile, volatile Palestine. Recounting Edith’s story, Figes boldly argues that Israel was a product of U.S. foreign policy and continuing and widespread anti-Semitism. Part memoir, part brave polemic, this is both a moving account of postwar displacement and a fierce attack on America’s role in the Middle East. Eva Figes is the author of numerous works of fiction and nonfiction, including the feminist classic Patriarchal Attitudes and Tales of Innocence and Experience. Autobiography/Jewish Studies • 192 pp • 5 x 8 9781847080684 • October • $15.95 Paper • Granta UK

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The Kissinger Saga Walter and Henry Kissinger: Two Brothers from Fürth, Germany Evi Kurz An unrivaled insight into the early life of Henry Kissinger and his brother, both of whom exemplify the American dream, and also a fascinating case study of a Jewish community in prewar Germany.

Corinth Films will be distributing the documentary in the U.S. “No interviews about my private life” has always been Henry Kissinger’s response to curious journalists. But journalist Evi Kurz from Furth, the Kissingers’ hometown in southern Germany, proposed a family portrait and eventually managed to win the trust of both brothers. This is the story of two Americans of German-Jewish descent: one of them a key figure in Cold War diplomacy and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, the other a top businessman—two lives that are exemplars of the American dream. When Louis and Paula Kissinger’s sons were born in 1923 and 1924, the Kissingers were part of a flourishing Jewish middle class in Furth, a large market town in northern Bavaria. But then Hitler came to power. Evi Kurz describes the gradual but remorseless destruction of Furth’s Jewish community in the 1930s; the Kissinger family’s emotional farewell to Germany in 1938 and their escape to New York; the family’s war years in America; and the hugely successful careers in postwar America of both brothers, who nevertheless remembered and cherished their German home and roots. Evi Kurz is a German television news anchor and the founder of TLF TimeLineFilm Ltd, a production company for documentaries, including Die Kissinger Saga. Biography/Jewish Studies • 240 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • 45 B/W Photos 9780297856757 • September • $27.95 Cloth • Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Cameron on Cameron Conversations with Dylan Jones David Cameron and Dylan Jones From the Iraq War to the friendship with the U.S. and from education to immigration, this unprecedented view into a politician’s world lays bare the forces that shape the man who may succeed Gordon Brown before the decade is out. “Dylan Jones has had the sort of access of which most political journalists can only dream, and brings to his subject formidable writing talent, wit, and wisdom. This is an important book and a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the man who would be prime minister.” —Matthew d’Ancona, editor, Spectator “Dylan Jones is truly a polymath, a man equally at home discussing the merits of Arne Jacobsen as the appeal of David Cameron. As a writer, he has an effortless style with an erring instinct for the absurd and the noteworthy.” —Simon Kelner, editor, Independent Just who does David Cameron think he is? In an engaging series of landmark interviews— that will define the would-be prime minister ahead of the next election—Dylan Jones finds out. David Cameron is asking the British people for the keys to Number Ten—but is he a smartly dressed smoothie with all the right lines or a gifted politician who instinctively understands the country’s priorities? Is he a throwback to the age when privilege brought power or a dynamic alternative to a Labor party that has run out of ideas? This series of wide-ranging and candid interviews will define David Cameron ahead of the next election—and for years to come. A book about a politician for people who don’t buy books about politicians, this biography will, for many, settle the question of whether David Cameron has got what it takes to lead the country. Dylan Jones is the editor of GQ magazine and a regular columnist for the Independent and the Mail on Sunday. He has written and edited a variety of books, most notably a personal history of Apple, iPod Therefore I Am, and the international bestselling biography Jim Morrison: Dark Star. Biography/Political Science • 352 pp • 5 x 8 9780007285372 • March • $14.95 Paper • HarperPerennial

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Harold Macmillan Charles Williams A master of the historical biography explores the answers to the many unanswered questions about one of the great political chameleons of the 20th century. “Utterly compelling.” —Martin Gilbert, author, Churchill: A Life “Knowledgeable, lucid . . . the best English biography of de Gaulle.” —New York Times Book Review on The Last Great Frenchman “In this work of cool authority, Williams . . . accomplishes one of the most difficult of the historian’s tasks: he strips away what we know now in order to reveal what his subjects knew then.” —Atlantic Monthly on Pétain Harold Macmillan was the British Conservative Prime Minister from 1957 to 1963. A man of civilized, humane conceptions of the purposes of government, he was also a figure of paradox. Beneath the studied Edwardian manner was a subtle and acute intelligence. His reputation for unflappability concealed a temperament of surprising sensitivity. The reassuring father figure who seemed a guarantee of continuity showed a willingness to change direction matched by few of his predecessors. In the 1930s he was right when his contemporaries were wrong; in the 1950s on his accession to the premiership, he was able to restore unity, morale, and self-respect to his party and his country. In the 1960s, he put Britain on a course to a new role within Europe, withdrew from Empire, and was in part responsible for the Test Ban Treaty which marked the beginnings of a detente between the West and Soviet Russia. Personified as “Supermac” in popular cartoons, he was an early master of the soundbite, and his phrasemaking still occupies any dictionary of quotations—“a little local difficulty” (on the resignation of his entire Treasury team); “a wind of change” (decolonization of Africa); and “selling off the family silver” (his 1984 anti-Thatcherite maiden speech in the House of Lords). Charles Williams is a former deputy leader of the House of Lords and the author of Adenauer, The Last Great Frenchman, and Pétain. Biography/Political Science • 416 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 8 Color Photos • 16 B/W Photos 9780297851943 • October • $29.95 Cloth • Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Wellington A Journey Through My Family Jane Wellesley A charmingly personal, anecdotal family memoir of the Wellington legacy. “A dynastic family saga which takes in not just Waterloo and Wellington boots, but also adultery, infertility and highly eccentric progeny.” —Daily Mail “Wellesley writes reverently, lovingly and without sentimentality . . . most engaging.” —Times “Compelling and completely fascinating.” —Country Life Jane Wellesley is a member of one of Britain’s most illustrious families. Her father, the eighth Duke of Wellington, was born in 1915, 100 years after the first duke’s momentous victory over Napoleon at Waterloo, but only a little more than 60 years after the death of his celebrated ancestor. When the “Iron Duke” died, Queen Victoria wept with the nation, mourning the loss of “the greatest man England has known.” Jane’s family memoir animates the first duke as husband and father, as brother, and several degrees of grandfather. Her journey through this richly compelling family history begins and ends with the first duke, visiting the battlefield of Waterloo with her father to set her fascinating tale in motion. Through her parents she reaches back to earlier generations, weaving together characters and places, establishing connections, and exploring in greater depth than usual the Wellington women. She unearths memories, visits places from her parents’ past, and discovers much about the lives of her grandparents and the generations before them. This highly personal account, the public man gives way to the private, and Wellington’s legacy is seen through the eyes of those who have followed in his footsteps. Jane Wellesley is a BBC producer. Biography/History • 320 pp • 5 x 8 9780753826041 • January • $17.95 Paper • Phoenix

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Catherine Parr Henry VIII’s Last Love Susan James Romantic, turbulent, and terrifying, the life and loves of Henry VIII’s sixth wife unfold like a romance novel. “Catherine blossoms before our eyes and so does this book . . . beautifully written.” —Spectator Married at 17 to the grandson of a confirmed lunatic and widowed at 20, Catherine Parr chose a Yorkshire lord twice her age as her second husband. Caught up in the turbulent terrors of the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536, she was captured by northern rebels, held hostage, and suffered violence at their hands. Fleeing to the south shortly afterward, Catherine took refuge in the household of Princess Mary and in the arms of the king’s brother-in-law, Sir Thomas Seymour. Her employment in Mary’s household brought her to the attention of Mary’s father, the unpredictable, oftenwed Henry VIII. Desperately in love with Seymour, Catherine was forced into marriage with a king whose passion for her could not be hidden and who was determined to make her his queen. Susan James has written numerous articles on the Parr family, including Catherine’s entry in the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. Her other books include Kateryn Parr: The Making of a Queen. She lives in California. History/Biography • 352 pp • 5 x 8 • 30 B/W Illustrations 9780752448534 (Replaces 9780752445915) • September $24.95 (Can $27.95) New in Paper • The History Press

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1536 The Year That Changed Henry VIII Suzannah Lipscomb Compelling and revealing, a new history of the infamous monarch that shows what a profound difference a year can make in the heart of a king. Henry VIII is known stereotypically as a corpulent, covetous, and cunning king whose appetite for worldly goods met few parallels, whose wives met infamously premature ends, and whose religion was largely political in intent. By focusing on a pivotal year in the life of Henry, this study moves beyond the caricature to reveal a fuller portrait of this complex monarch. In 1536, Henry met many failures—physical, personal, and political—and emerged from them a different man and a revolutionary new king who proceeded to transform a nation and a religion. Suzannah Lipscomb is a research curator at Hampton Court Palace. History/Biography • 256 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9780745953656 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Lion UK

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The Lady Penelope The Lost Tale of Love and Politics in the Court of Elizabeth I Sally Varlow The lost story and life of one of the most pivotal women in the court of Queen Elizabeth, now in paper. “Really masterly. This authoritative history tells what eventually happened to ‘the other Boleyn girl’—and her great-granddaughter, the Lady Penelope.” —Philippa Gregory, author, The Other Boleyn Girl Penelope Devereux was the brightest star who ever shone in the court of Queen Elizabeth I in 16th-century England, and this biography challenges the usual historians’ view that she was merely a footnote to famous men’s lives. Her life touched on every great event of the age—the execution of Mary Queen of Scots, the defeat of the Spanish Armada, the arrival of King James, and the Gunpowder Plot. She also knew many of the celebrated artistic figures of the day, including William Shakespeare. She was the most beautiful woman of her generation and muse to countless poets and musicians, yet she died in disgrace—a widow, outcast from court, and stripped of all her titles. Set against the character of Queen Elizabeth I and the staged pageantry of her court, this dramatic and ultimately tragic story will have immediate appeal to all lovers of historical biographies. Sally Varlow is the author of A Reader’s Guide to Writers’ Britain and contributes to the Daily Telegraph, the Observer, Sunday Express, and the Times. Biography/History • 328 pp • 5 x 8 • Andre Deutsch New in Paper: 9780233002651 • September • $16.95 Cloth: 9780233002071 • Available • $29.95

Charles Dickens Catherine Peters The perfect concise introduction to the life and work of one of Britain’s most influential writers. “Briskly authoritative . . . Peters . . . convincingly applies her thesis both to Collins’s life and his work.” —Kirkus Reviews on The King of Inventors Charles Dickens was in his own day the most popular novelist who had ever lived, a public figure adored like a present-day pop star. He still holds his place as one of the greatest English writers, an original genius whose novels are an essential link in the canon of English literature. He was also actively involved in the life of his time, campaigning for social and educational reform and sharply critical of contemporary society. This short biography provides an excellent introduction to Dickens, from his disturbed childhood with a traumatic period working in a blacking factory, his instant success as a young writer and his tumultuous acclaim in both England and America, the major novels of the 1850s and 1960s and the establishment of Household Words, to the final years as a public performer of his own work. Catherine Peters is the author of The King of Inventors and Lord Byron. Biography • 128 pp • 5 x 8 9780752452265 (Replaces 978-0750916196) • November $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • The History Press

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Afghanistan Land of Conflict and Beauty John C. Griffiths A fascinating insight into the history, culture, social fabric, internal politics, and economy of a country at the forefront of international relations. "Essential reading for anyone who seeks to understand the problems of Afghanistan." —Defence Journal Set against Afghanistan’s deep-rooted religious, ethnic, and social divisions, this comprehensive history examines a nation that for centuries has been in constant conflict. Beginning with early Persian, Greek, and Mongol invasions and continuing through the Russian incursion, it maps the history and development of Afghanistan through its wars and their effects. The recent bitter civil war is also addressed as is the role of the Taliban—who controlled most of the country under a fanatical and reclusive leader—including their stance on minority groups, the importance of Islam, the place of women in society, and their support for Osama bin Laden. Fully updated with the most recent geopolitical and military events involving the country, this is a compelling history of a nation caught between the headlines and its own past. John C. Griffiths is a journalist who contributes to Financial Times, The Sunday Times, and The Telegraph, and is the author of Hostage. History/Military • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 16 Color Photos 9780233002750 (Replaces 9780233050539) • October $16.95 Paper • Andre Deutsch

China and Iran Parallel History, Future Threat Edward Burman Two ancient civilizations, both at odds with the West—how the history of these two countries will bring them closer together, and the effect it will have on the world. China and Iran have featured heavily in the news in recent years. China is both a military and an economic superpower with 20 percent of the world’s population; Iran is suspected of developing nuclear weapons and arming terrorists, and sits on the world’s second-largest oil and gas reserves. They are also surprisingly close geographically: Iran is only 700 miles across Afghanistan from China’s extreme western border. A 25-year, $100 billion deal for Iran to supply China with oil and gas and the large number of Chinese companies operating in Iran shows that the two are moving increasingly close in both political and economic terms. But what does this mean for the rest of the world, and especially for “the West?” Edward Burman examines how the strikingly similar histories of these two ancient civilizations can inform what the likely consequences for the world of an alliance between them might be. Edward Burman is the author of China: The Stealth Empire, The Inquisition, and The Templars: Knights of God. Political Science/History • 256 pp • 6 x 9.5 9780752448541 • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth • The History Press

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Whatever Happened to Tanganyika? The Place Names That History Left Behind Harry Campbell Foreword by Alexander McCall Smith Now available in paper, a fascinating trawl through the place names that history left behind—the stories about where they came from, what happened to them, and what replaced them. "In this marvelous and intriguing book, Harry Campbell has created a whole new discipline—one which we may perhaps call nostalgic geography." —Alexander McCall Smith Do you still find yourself referring to Zaire or Czechoslovakia, or wondering whether it should be Moldavia or Moldova, Burma or Myanmar? Dozens of countries, cities, and counties have changed their identities over the years. Some of the names we remember from our schooldays or from news headlines just a few years ago are now gone. For example, what did happen to Tanganyika? The fascinating stories behind the place names include those of Affpiddle, Biafra, British Heligoland, Ceylon, Flintshire, Friendly Isles, Islands of Samson and the Ducks, Leningrad, Little Britain, Macedonia, Muscat, Pleasant Island, Stalingrad, West Britain, and Yugoslavia. From the major political movements (the Leningrads and Stalingrads of the Socialist Soviet Republic) to enticing destinations (Pleasant Islands, the Friendly Isles), this guide reveals how the atlas of yesteryear became the maps of today. Harry Campbell is a freelance lexicographer who formerly worked for Larousse and Harper Collins. Alexander McCall Smith is a novelist best known as the creator of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series. History/Reference • 176 pp • 5 x 8 • Portico New in Paper: 9781906032418 • March • $10.95 (Can $11.95) Cloth: 9781906032050 • Available • $14.95 (Can $16.95)

Debunking History 152 Popular Myths Exploded Ed Rayner and Ron Stapley From ongoing controversies to popular misunderstandings, this is the perfect reference tool for teasing out the truth behind the legends and myths of the past. “Intriguing attempt at setting the record straight regarding the myriad misrepresentations that inform our knowledge of history . . . To the credit of the authors, all are dealt with in a succinct manner that is often absent in historical debate and discussion.” —Kirkus Reviews UK History is full of myths, legends, fables, folklore, misinformation, and misconceptions. Whether they have come about inadvertently or deliberately, many have become part of the public imagination. This book presents some of the most popular and enduring of these myths from the time of the American and French revolutions to the two world wars and beyond. Arranged within well-defined geographical or thematic sections, and through a mix of short and long entries, each topic is clearly explained and the myth, error, or controversy is exposed. This is an authoritative, compelling, and illuminating miscellany, where you can find a straight answer to all those nagging questions about the past. Ed Rayner and Ron Stapley are history professors and history textbook authors. History • 448 pp • 5 x 8 9780752451992 (Replaces 978-0750941518) • November $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • The History Press

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Monarchs, Murders & Mistresses A Calendar of Royal Days David Hilliam “A royal event for each day of the year . . . great bathroom reading!” —Kirkus Reviews UK Which ill-prepared monarch was on the English throne at the turn of the last millennium? How many English monarchs have been crowned on St. George’s Day? When, how, and why did England “lose” 11 days? The answers to these questions and many more present a royal event for each day of the calendar year in vivid detail, with close-ups of the personalities involved. The recurring occupational difficulties faced by the royal family over the centuries are revealed— as Shakespeare’s Henry IV so memorably concludes, “Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.” Today the royal family is plagued by the press, but even 300 years ago Charles II felt the need to apologize to a crowd of onlookers for taking so long to die. Ranging from the death of William III, who was killed by a mole to the beheading of Mary, Queen of Scots, more than 300 tales of royal days, supplemented by family trees and date lines, bring alive the drama of what it was, and is, to be a king or a queen. David Hilliam is the author of Crown, Orb & Sceptre and Kings, Queens, Bones and Bastards. History • 384 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 9780752452357 (Replaces 9780750935432) • November $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press

Whores of the Devil Witch-Hunts and Witch-Trials Erik Durschmied An exhaustive look at the persons and organizations who persecuted witches throughout modern history. “Witches are the whores of the devil.” —Martin Luther "Durschmied tells a gripping and grisly tale. With its strong narrative and colorful cast of characters, including Joan of Arc, Luther, (the real) Dr. Faust, the unfortunate children of Salem, and SS chief Heinrich Himmler, Whores of the Devil is a passionate investigation of some of the greatest cruelties in history." —Dymocks From the Middle Ages to modern times, this unique history explores the development of the “witch delusion” and uncovers the cruel butchers who hunted and executed so-called witches. It explores in-depth the various motivations behind those who condemned, tortured, and executed numerous innocent people, among them self-protection, personal vindictiveness, public recognition, political aims, and sheer greed. With its strong narrative and colorful cast of characters that includes Joan of Arc, Martin Luther, Dr. Faust, the unfortunate children of Salem, and SS chief Heinrich Himmler, this is a passionate investigation into some of the greatest cruelties in history. Erik Durschmied is a television war correspondent for CBS and the author of several history books, including Beware the Dragon, Blood of Revolution, and The Hinge Factor. History • 320 pp • 6 x 9 9780750940085 (Replaces 9780750940078) • September $19.95 (Can $21.95) New in Paper • The History Press

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Fifty Things You Need to Know About British History Hugh Williams From the earliest settlers up to the present day, an enthralling look at the highlights of Britain’s illustrious past—now in paper. If you could choose the 50 things that define British history, events of significance not only in themselves, but in their importance to wider themes running through the country’s past, what would they be? Author Hugh Williams has made the selection, and the result is a fascinating overview of Britain’s past. With great clarity, simplicity, and a zest for the marvelous stories that underpin many of these events, he explains the linkage between each one and its importance in the progress of British history as a whole. From the Roman invasion to the Falklands War to the founding of the NHS, this history is a highly enjoyable read as well as a perceptive insight into a nation’s past. Hugh Williams produces history and current affairs programming for the BBC. History • 416 pp • 5 x 8 • Collins UK New in Paper: 9780007313907 • November • $14.95 Cloth: 9780007278411 • Available • $26.95

Caledonication A History of Scotland. With Jokes John K. V. Eunson Fun for history newbies, this lighthearted jaunt through Scottish history also has plenty of quirky facts to engage Scottish scholars—new in paper. “I saw, I read, I’m conquered. Caledonication is a belter!” —Ford Kiernan, Scottish comedian Did you know that tobacco made up half of Scotland’s exports in the 18th century? Did you know that J. M. Barrie created the name “Wendy” for his play Peter Pan in 1904, meaning that there are no Wendys over the age of 104? Did you know that the Beatles played at Dingwall Town Hall in 1963? John K. V. Eunson leads us through the history of the Scots in this accurate but none-too-heavy look at the great country. On a journey of almost breakneck speed full of chuckles, we still have enough time to stop and smell the heather, taste the fudge, and feel the ghosties. This is not just a history of Scotland, it’s a history of Scotland you actually want to read. John K. V. Eunson is the author of Crabbit Old Buggers and Sheep for Beginners. History • 320 pp • 4.5 x 7 • 12 B/W Photos • Hachette Books Scotland New in Paper: 9780755318582 • February • $8.95 Cloth: 9780755318575 • Available • $19.95

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Freemasonry Giles Morgan A clear and unbiased examination of the roots and traditions of the Freemasons that clears away myths and establishes their origin in historical fact. The world of Freemasonry exerts a powerful influence on the modern imagination. To some they represent an influential and shadowy elite who have manipulated world history throughout the ages, while to others they are an altogether more mundane and benign fraternal organization. This thorough reference explores the obscure and uncertain origins of Freemasonry and examines the validity of claims surrounding its early association with the Temple of Solomon and the Knights Templar. It also explains the rituals and practices of Freemasonry, which have been viewed as variously obscure, pointless, baffling, and even sinister. The historical significance of Masonry—including its role in colonial America—is also addressed along with its position and role in contemporary society. Giles Morgan is the author of The Holy Grail, Saint George, and Saints. Social Science/History • 5 x 8 9781842433331 (Replaces 9781904048879) • $14.95 New in Paper

The History of Witchcraft Lois Martin The witch in history was a very different creature from her modern counterpart, and this guide examines in detail the growth of the ideological, cultural, and legal concepts that eventually led to the carnage of the Witch Craze in the 16th and 17th centuries. "The history of witches and their craft can be a matter of heated debate among modern pagans. If, like me, you have heard many different points of view but are not an expert in the subject, a book outlining the facts and fallacies, and detailing what has been written on subject in the past, is useful. The History of Witchcraft by Lois Martin is such a book." —A Bad Witch's Blog Witchcraft has been undergoing a huge popular revival, but does modern pagan witchcraft really bear any resemblance to its historical antecedents? This guide explores the historical background to the European witchcraft phenomenon. For both medieval and Reformation scholars alike, the Devil and all his works were a very real threat. Their conviction that witches were the servants of Satan led to the formation of perhaps one of the greatest conspiracy theories of all time: a belief that witches were working in league with the Devil in a diabolical plot against all Christendom. Witches were transformed from poor deluded old women who rode out at night with the pagan goddess Diana into Devil-worshipping heretics who became the focus of a centuries-long, Europe-wide campaign determined to seek out and destroy this evil wherever it was to be found, regardless of whether any of its victims were actually guilty or not. History / Body/Mind/Spirit • 5 x 7.5 9781904048770 (Replaces 9781903047996) • $17.95 Cloth

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A Short History of Europe From Charlemagne to the Treaty of Lisbon Gordon Kerr From the coronation of Charlemagne in 800 to the signing of the Treaty of Lisbon in 2007, an accessible history of the people, ideas, institutions, and events that have shaped Europe during the last 1,200 years. What is Europe? First, of course, it is a continent of countless disparate peoples, races, and nations, and governed by different ideas, philosophies, religions, and attitudes. Nonetheless, it has a common thread of history running through it, stitching the lands and peoples of its past and present into one fabric and held together by the continent’s great institutions, such as the Church of Rome, the Holy Roman Empire, the European Union, individual monarchies, trade organizations, and social movements. Europe, however, is also an idea. Men have always harbored aspirations to make this vast territory one. The Romans came close and a few centuries later, the foundations for a great European state were laid with the creation of the Holy Roman Empire. Napoleon overreached himself in attempting to create a Europe-wide Empire—as did Adolf Hitler. Now, Europe is as close as it ever has been to being one entity, yet Europeans still cling to national independence. This fascinating history for beginners provides a coherent map of the jumbled history of Europe and the European idea that has led up to this point. Gordon Kerr is the author of Timeline: History of the World, Timeline of Britain, Timeline of Kings & Queens, Great British Losers, and Dead Famous. History • 160 pp • 5 x 7.5 9781842433300 • November • $17.95 Cloth • Pocket Essentials

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Secret Agent’s Handbook The WWII Spy Manual of Devices, Disguises, Gadgets, and Concealed Weapons Introduction by Mark Seaman Filled with astoundingly ingenious disguises, gadgets, and concealed weapons, a facsimile edition of the original World War II spy manual. Cloak-and-dagger escapades have long been a mainstay of film and literature, but the stuff of these movies and spy novels often had origins in real-life espionage. Originally used by British special operations agents to select weapons, gadgets, and disguises for their secret missions during World War II, this incredibly diverse manual illustrates actual techniques used during wartime. Featuring everything from exploding rats and Chianti bottles to shoes that leave barefoot prints and incendiary cigarettes and briefcases, this is an astounding look at the state of espionage during the war and the ingenuity of scientists and spies. Mark Seaman is a historian specializing in espionage and the author of The Bravest of the Brave, Garbo, and Special Operations Executive. History/Military • 272 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 9781906251192 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Max Press

The World at War The Landmark Oral History from the Previously Unpublished Archives Richard Holmes From civilians to ordinary soldiers, from statesmen to generals, the story of the war is told through the testimony of an incredible array of key participants—from Hitler’s secretary to bomber pilot Jimmy Stewart. “Most of the people who were interviewed for the series are now dead, but their vital history—thanks to this book—still lives.” —Laurence Rees, author, Auschwitz “Holmes has a sharp, knowing eye for anecdote and detail.” —Mail on Sunday “What sets Richard Holmes apart is the sheer quality of his writing and his empathy with his subjects.” —Independent

The World at War was first broadcast by Thames Television in October 1973, when memories of World War II were still clear in people’s mind and the war’s veterans were numerous. The unique television series assembled these recollections over 26 one-hour shows. Produced by Sir Jeremy Isaacs, narrated by Sir Laurence Olivier, and unforgettably scored by Carl Davis, it was a seminal moment in the history of television documentaries. The World at War was the definitive television work on World War II. First broadcast in 1973, it was a unique and irreplaceable record since many of the eyewitnesses captured on film did not have long to live. The program’s producers committed hundreds of interview hours to tape in its creation, but only a fraction of that recorded material made it to the final cut. The well-known names interviewed for the series include Albert Speer, Karl Wolff (Himmler’s adjutant), Traudl Junge (Hitler’s secretary), James Stewart (USAAF bomber pilot and Hollywood star), Anthony Eden, John Colville (parliamentary private secretary to Winston Churchill), Averell Harriman (U.S. ambassador to Russia), and Arthur “Bomber” Harris (head of RAF Bomber Command). Richard Holmes has skillfully woven this valuable original material into a compelling narrative, creating a truly phenomenal oral history of World War II. Richard Holmes is a British soldier and noted military historian. His books include In the Footsteps of Churchill, Sahib, and Tommy. Military/History • 672 pp • 6 x 9 9780091917524 (Replaces 9780091917517) • September $26.95 Paper • Ebury Press

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The Most Dangerous Enemy The Definitive History of the Battle of Britain Stephen Bungay Challenging virtually every time-honored myth and assumption about Britain’s victory, this definitive account asserts that it was the Germans who never quite recovered from their amateurish underestimation of their “most dangerous enemy.” “A fascinating case history in illusion and reality. He dispels the myths and kills the cliches . . . Admirable.” —Sunday Times “The most exhaustive and detailed account of the Battle of Britain that has yet appeared. An important achievement.” —Times Literary Supplement “Terse and brilliantly written by a thorough master of his subject.” —Los Angeles Times on Alamein Already hailed as the standard work, The Most Dangerous Enemy is an authoritative history of the British battle that galvanized the public imagination and symbolized the destiny of a nation. But in this rigorous reinvestigation of the Battle of Britain, Stephen Bungay tells a story full of revelations. Whether assessing the development of radar or the relative merits of the Spitfire, Hurricane, and Messerschmitt, he uncovers the unexpected truth behind many time-honored myths. Not only a major work of modern history but also a truly compelling narrative, The Most Dangerous Enemy confirms the Battle of Britain as a crucial event in European history. Stephen Bungay is the author of Alamein.

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Rezsö Kasztner The Daring Rescue of Hungarian Jews: A Survivor’s Account Ladislaus Löb A firsthand account of one of the least-known and most surprising episodes of the Holocaust, this combination of history and memoir examines the life and actions of a man who rescued more than 1,000 Jews, yet was later convicted of Nazi collaboration. “Heartbreaking . . . even though Kasztner saved more Jewish lives during World War II than any other Jew, the history books have not wholly acknowledged this triumph.” —Sunday Business Post “Describes in harrowing detail what the refugees experienced . . . convincingly refutes allegations that Kasztner saved only the rich and powerful.” —Times Literary Supplement Two months after his 11th birthday, on July 9, 1944, the gates of Bergen-Belsen concentration camp closed behind Ladislaus Löb. Five months later, with World War II still raging, he crossed the border into Switzerland, cold and hungry, but alive and safe. He was not alone, but part of a group of some 1,670 Jewish men, women, and children from Hungary, who had been rescued from the Nazis as a result of a deal made by a man called Rezso Kasztner—himself a Hungarian Jew—with Adolf Eichmann, the chief architect of the Holocaust. Twelve years and a miscarriage of justice later Kasztner was murdered by an extremist Jewish gang in Israel. To this day he remains a highly controversial figure, regarded by some as a traitor and by many others as a hero. The story of the man who saved hundreds—indeed probably thousands— from the Holocaust, this is also the story of a child who lived to grow up after the Holocaust thanks to that man. Ladislaus Löb is a professor of German and a translator whose work includes Battle for Budapest and Nine Suitcases by Béla Zsolt—also saved by Kasztner. Autobiography/History • 338 pp • 6 x 9 • 27 B/W Photos 9781845950088 • September • $22.95 Paper • Pimlico

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The MINI Miscellany Fifty Years of Facts, Figures, Stories and Oddities Featuring the World’s Greatest Little Car Geoff Tibballs The illustrious history of the famous little car that could.

MINI owner and enthusiast clubs can be found in almost every state There is no greater icon from the Swinging Sixties than the marvelous MINI. Some of the most famous faces of the decade—from the Beatles (all of whom owned at least one MINI) and Twiggy to Steve McQueen—were proud owners. Packed with facts, quotes, and stories, this is a nostalgic review of the little auto that changed the world. Its legacy as a racing dynamo and various rally wins are addressed as is its recent leap back into the spotlight in the form of the sleek and stylish MINI Cooper. Geoff Tibballs has written more than 80 books, including Motor Racing’s Strangest Moments, The Olympics’ Strangest Moments, and Royalty’s Strangest Characters. Transportation • 176 pp • 4.5 x 7.5 9781853757198 • November • $14.95 Cloth • Prion

Flying Scotsman The Extraordinary Story of the World’s Most Famous Train Andrew Roden The remarkable history of the Scotsman steam engine, from her construction and glory days through the years of the decline of steam and rail—new in paper. "Roden deftly covers the Flying Scotsman's creation, rise, and subsequent decline over the decades." —Railway Age “Colourful and entertaining . . . the author is to be congratulated for the way in which he has made this complicated story accessible to a new generation of readers.” —Railway Magazine A star of the golden age of steam, the Flying Scotsman broke the world speed record in 1934 and has enthralled millions with her beauty and power. Uniquely, her postwar career has been even more varied and exciting than her early triumphs. The twists and turns of the engine’s history are all detailed in this thorough account, from being nearly abandoned on a tour of the U.S. to being owned briefly and unsuccessfully by pop mogul Pete Waterman and put up for sale yet again when the company that owned her went bankrupt in 2003. Filled with numerous interviews with those involved with the Scotsman over the years, this is the story of a unique and remarkable train. Andrew Roden is the associate editor of International Rail Journal and the author of The Duchesses. Transportation/History • 256 pp • 5 x 8 • 16 Color Photos • Aurum Press New in Paper: 9781845133702 • Delayed • $16.95 Cloth: 9781845132415 • Available • $24.95

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The Lost Ship SS Waratah The Search for the Titanic of the South P. J. Smith Foreword by Clive Cussler A foreword by Clive Cussler and never-before-published materials enrich this look at one of the most enduring maritime mysteries of the 20th century. In 1909, the SS Waratah embarked on her second voyage—from Sydney to England via South Africa. Filled with families anticipating a new life on the other side of the world, what started out as a journey full of hope ended abruptly when the ship vanished between Durban and Cape Town. Ironically, the ship was due to be fitted with pioneering radio equipment when she reached England, but to this day nothing has been heard of the ship or her human cargo. Believing her to be drifting, the horrified authorities ordered a search vessel to comb the seas but in three months they found nothing. A second longer search was commissioned but still no trace was found. The mystery has spawned many conspiracy theories and even a million-dollar search mission by author Clive Cussler. P. J. Smith, the greatniece of Walter Smith, transcribed his diaries and researched the wider story of the Waratah to compile this unique history. Clive Cussler is an adventure novelist whose books include Arctic Drift, Atlantis Found, and Valhalla Rising. Transportation/History • 192 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 50 B/W Illustrations 9780752451572 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press

RMS Lusitania The Ship & Her Record Eric Sauder Foreword by Audrey Pearl Lawson Johnston Illustrations by Ken Marschall From her first sailing to her tragic sinking, replete with archive images, the true history of the glory and tragedy that marked the career of RMS Lusitania. RMS Lusitania sank in May 1915 as the result of a torpedo from the U-20. The death toll was 1,198 that day as she sank in less than 20 minutes off the coast of Ireland. Built in 1907, she had a successful career of nearly 80 years before that fateful day. Famous for her sinking, she was the fastest ship in the world when built, and was the first of the superliners. For the first time, Eric Sauder looks at her as a ship, and not just at her sinking. She was the first true “Ship of State,” with luxurious interiors, double-deck restaurants, glorious public rooms, and sumptuous cabins. Her sinking was a major factor in Britain’s decision to enter World War I. This illustrated history looks at Lusitania in her true context as the finest ship afloat during her eight years. Eric Sauder is the foremost expert on the history of the Cunard Line’s RMS Lusitania and has dived on her wreck. He lives in California. Audrey Pearl Lawson Johnston is the last living first-class Lusitania passenger. Ken Marschall is a famed maritime artist and consultant on many films including James Cameron’s Ghosts of the Abyss and Titanic. Transportation/History • 128 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 200 B/W Illustrations 9780752452036 (Replaces 9780752434179) • October • $27.95 (Can $30.95) Paper • The History Press

Titanic and the Californian Thomas B. Williams Edited by Rob Kamps Exploring the controversial question of whether the Californian was the ship that ignored Titanic’s plight. More than 95 years ago, as the Titanic slowly sank, a “mystery” ship was seen as she slipped below the waves. Thinking it would be their salvation, rockets were fired from Titanic to attract the unknown ship, but to no avail. With 1,500 souls on board the Titanic foundered, but what of the mystery ship? At the subsequent inquiries, Captain Stanley Lord and his vessel, the Californian, were accused of ignoring the Titanic’s distress calls. Thomas B. Williams unearthed a host of new and important evidence that prompted the British government to reopen the case surrounding Captain Lord and effectively proved that the much maligned captain and his ship could not have been the mystery ship seen from the decks of the doomed Titanic. Gathered in this intriguing volume are his most noted findings and discoveries. Thomas B. Williams has been researching the story of the Titanic for two decades. Rob Kamps is also a Titanic researcher. Transportation/History • 272 pp • 6 x 9 9780752442785 • September • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press

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The QE2 Story Chris Frame and Rachelle Cross Many unpublished photographs, including material from Commodore Warwick, are included in this complete story of the longest-lasting superliner and most popular of all passenger ships. There has been no more beloved liner than the Queen Elizabeth 2. The last liner to be built on British soil, she was constructed by John Brown & Co., Clydebank (Scotland) and her keel was laid on July 5, 1965, marking the start of her illustrious career. Her maiden voyage left Southampton on May 2, 1969, bound for New York, and she has remained in service for the past 40 years. She had a spell as a military ship from 1982, when she was requisitioned to serve as a troop carrier during the Falklands War, and during her military career QE2 successfully sailed more than 14,900 miles. Post-war, she has had many refits, including a headline-grabbing total refurbishment in 1994 to turn her into a 21st-century luxury liner. In November 2008, QE2 retired to a new life in Dubai World, where she began her conversion to a floating hotel, and the last chapter of her exceptional life in service will close. Chris Frame and Rachelle Cross are also the authors of QE2: A Photographic Journey. Transportation • 128 pp • 7.5 x 5 • 90 Color Illustrations 9780752450940 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Cloth • The History Press

Aviation Disasters The World’s Major Civil Airliner Crashes Since 1950 Fifth edition David Gero Analyzing their causes and their impact on safety guidelines and technologies, a review of history’s most dramatic airline crashes. Investigating every type of calamity—including those caused by weather, mechanical failure, pilot error, inhospitable terrain, and hostile action—this is a jarring compendium of some of history’s most devastating aviation catastrophes. The first incident of sabotage involving a commercial jetliner is covered, as are the first crash of the jumbo jet era and such high-profile episodes as Pan American Flight 103 at Lockerbie and the Twin Towers tragedy of September 11. An overview of the history of air passenger travel over the decades is also provided, along with a time line covering the rise of the threat of terrorism since the 1970s and the improvements rooted in the massively increased technological safeguards now implemented by airlines worldwide. David Gero is the author of Flights of Terror and Military Aviation Disasters. Transportation • 368 pp • 7 x 9.5 • 15 Color Photos • 200 B/W Photos 9780752450391 (Replaces 9780750931465) • September • $27.95 (Can $30.95) Paper • The History Press

Spitfire in Combat Alfred Price A dramatic account of the daring exploits of this iconic plane and its pilots in World War II includes rare images of the plane in action. “One of the best on the period and its arms, well organized and intense.” —Library Journal on One Day in a Long War Probably the most famous fighter aircraft of all time, the Submarine Spitfire’s distinctive shape and sound mark it out from most other aircraft of the World War II period. From the biplane era of the 1930s to the start of the jet age in 1944, the Spitfire, through continuous modification and development, remained at the forefront of fighter design and proved itself equal or superior to any of its competitors. During the same period, other variants of the Spitfire proved highly effective in the photographic reconnaissance role. Aspects of the aircraft’s history such as the “Speed Spitfire,” specially modified in 1938 for an attempt on the world landplane speed record, are covered in this fully illustrated account. An ideal primer for those whose interest in the Spitfire is just beginning, this guide also provides the details of all WWII key aviation battles—sure to add to the knowledge of those who are already familiar with this classic aircraft. Alfred Price is a former RAF aircrew officer and the author of more than 50 books on aviation subjects, including The Last Year of the Luftwaffe and War in the Fourth Dimension, and One Day in a Long War. Military/Transportation • 192 pp • 6.5 x 10 • 180 B/W Photos 9780752451077 • November • $24.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • The History Press

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The Battle for Quebec 1759 Britain’s Conquest of Canada Matthew C. Ward The experiences of not only senior officers but also ordinary troops and civilians are examined in this concise history of the British war against the French for control of Canada. “A gripping narrative history of the storming of Quebec, which ended French rule in North America.” —Hew Strachan, author, The First World War

2009 is the 250th year anniversary of this battle On September 13, 1759, British and French forces fought one of the most decisive battles in history, on the Plains of Abraham outside the Canadian capital of Quebec. The British force decisively routed the French, seizing the city and, ultimately, all of Canada. But the struggle for Quebec was far more than one climactic battle: the campaign involved an immense military and naval operation, an 18th-century D-Day. British and Canadian archives were researched extensively to look at the entire campaign, from its inception in Whitehall to its ultimate culmination in Montreal in 1760. What emerges is not just a picture of bravery and heroism, but also of a campaign that became increasingly brutal and cruel, with both sides resorting to practices such as the routine scalping of enemy dead. Matthew C. Ward is the author of Breaking the Backcountry: The Seven Years’ War in Virginia and Pennsylvania, 1754–65. History • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 64 B/W Illustrations 9780752452203 (Replaces 978-0752419978) • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press

T. E. Lawrence The Enigma Explained Andrew Norman A searching yet sympathetic portrait of an extraordinary figure attempts to explain his fascinating personality and choices. Everyone has heard of T. E. Lawrence—soldier, scholar, author of Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and translator who led the Arab Legions in their revolt against the Turks. However, it is the mind of Lawrence that holds the greatest fascination. What made this man, a success by any standards, suddenly decide at the height of his fame and power to bury himself in the lower ranks of the army and shun the honors bestowed upon him by a grateful nation? Those who have sought to understand the mind of Lawrence have often denigrated him unfairly. Can we now, after all these years—he died in a tragic motorcycle accident in 1935—even begin to understand his complex psyche? Andrew Norman is the author of several books, including Adolf Hitler: The Final Analysis; Agatha Christie: The Finished Portrait; and Robert Mugabe: Teacher, Revolutionary, Tyrant. Biography • 160 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 32 B/W Photos 9780752448589 • September • $24.95 (Can $29.95) Cloth • The History Press

The Will to Survive Three and a Half Years as a Prisoner of the Japanese Arthur Godman Illustrations by Ronald Searle, and Philip Meninsky The compelling story of the life and conditions of prisoners of war working on the Burma-Siam railway during World War II. “A remarkable memoir.” —Daily Telegraph Taken prisoner after the fall of Singapore in 1942, Arthur Godman spent the next three-and-a-half years on the Burma-Siam railway, living in camps along the River Kwai. Like other POWs, he experienced disease and malnutrition and witnessed the painful deaths of many of his comrades. Yet somehow he retained his sense of humor and perspective, recalling, among the casual cruelties inflicted by the Japanese, small acts of kindness between guards and prisoners that enabled him to retain his faith in humanity. This glimpse of the terrifying world of the POW includes pictures by two other famous artists who were captives. Arthur Godman wrote more than 40 books on science and mathematics. Ronald Searle is an artist and cartoonist whose work has appeared in Life and the New Yorker. Philip Meninsky was an artist. Searle and Meninsky were also POWs. Biography/Military • 160 pp • 6 x 9 • 32 B/W Illustrations 9780752449807 (Replaces 9781862271111) • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) New in Paper • The History Press

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Rasputin An Introduction Harold Shukman The perfect introduction to the man whose dark arts caused scandal across Russia. Accessible and authoritative, this biography covers the truth behind the shadowy figure of Gregory Rasputin. Rasputin features in Russian history as a malign and destructive force, a man with an unhealthy influence on the Empress Alexandra and undue power in Russian politics. Yet his purposes were ostensibly beneficent. An uneducated peasant, he left Siberia to become a wandering “holy man” and soon acquired a reputation as a healer. The empress was desperate to find a cure for hemophilia from which her son Alexei suffered, and in 1905 Rasputin was presented at court. His positive effect on the heir’s health made him indispensible. But his religious teachings were unorthodox, and his charismatic presence aroused in many ladies of the St. Petersburg aristocracy an exalted response, which he exploited sexually. Shady financial dealings added to the atmosphere of debauchery and scandal, and he was also seen as a political threat when he was assassinated in 1916. Harold Shukman is the author of Agents for Change, Redefining Stalinism, and Stalin’s Generals. Biography/History • 128 pp • 5 x 8 • 13 B/W Illustrations 9780752452425 (Replaces 9780750915298) • November $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • The History Press

The Bedford Triangle US Undercover Operations from England in World War Two Martin W. Bowman The true story of the daring undercover operations behind enemy lines by British and U.S. forces, with firsthand accounts offering a glimpse into the shadowy world of the Allied secret services. The U.S. Army Air Force (USAAF), American Office of Strategic Services (OSS), and British Special Operations Executive (SOE) jointly played a crucial part in operations behind enemy lines in occupied Europe during World War II. Milton Ernest Hall, a country house in Bedfordshire and official UK headquarters of the U.S. Army Airforce Service Command, was located at the heart of a network of top-secret Allied Radio and propaganda transmitting stations, political warfare units, and undercover American and British formations dealing in espionage and subterfuge. Martin Bowman draws upon revealing firsthand accounts and official documentary evidence to provide tantalizing glimpses of the cloak and dagger operations. The author’s extensive research has revealed that Allied Secret Service organizations participated in even more unorthodox activities, such as clandestine propaganda and political warfare. He also reveals the truth behind what really happened to legendary band leader Glenn Miller. Martin W. Bowman is the author of more than 60 books on military and commercial aviation, including B17 Flying Fortress Units of the Eighth Air Force and P-51 Mustang vs Fw 190. Military/History • 224 pp • 5 x 8 • 32 B/W Photos 9780752450988 (Replaces 9780750912297) • October $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • The History Press

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Mao Zedong Delia Davin For readers wanting to understand the development of modern China, this accessible history offers a new insight into the man who transformed Chinese politics.

2009 is the 60th anniversary of the birth of the People’s Republic of China, formed by Mao Mao Zedong—first chairman of the People’s Republic of China, one of the founders of the Chinese Communist Party, and the architect of the Cultural Revolution—was active in Chinese politics for most of his 82 years, and became one of the most important revolutionary figures in the 20th century. He spent the 1920s and 1930s struggling to build the party. After the establishment of the People’s Republic, he strove to impose his vision of socialism on his impoverished country, convinced that if the power of the people could be harnessed China could become an economically successful and egalitarian country. The Great Leap Forward, which he initiated was, however, a disaster resulting in millions of deaths. Mao used the Cultural Revolution to reimpose his authority, his critics were persecuted, and a personality cult was fostered. His Little Red Book sold more than 740 million copies. Here an eminent historian offers the reader a powerful insight into the life and work of this unique man. Delia Davin has written a number of books on China, including Internal Migration in Contemporary China and Woman-Work: Women and the Party in Revolutionary China. Biography/History • 128 pp • 5 x 8 • 41 B/W Photos 9780752450711 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • The History Press

World War II A Military History Alan Warren The 16 most decisive battles of World War II are chronicled, from the Blitzkrieg of Poland to the fall of Berlin. In World War I many battles on the western front lasted weeks or months, often degenerating into glacial and indecisive campaigns of attrition. By the 1930s, however, military science had recreated the possibility of a decisive battle. An unprecedented rate of technological change meant that a stream of new inventions were readily at hand for military innovators to exploit. Aircraft, armored vehicles, and new forms of motorized transport became available to make possible a fresh style of offensive warfare when the next European war began in 1939. A belief in the importance of effective war fighting was vital to the Nazi vision of Germany’s future. Nazi Germany’s political and military leaders aimed for rapid and decisive victory in battle. From 1939 to 1945, new ideologies and new machines of war carried destruction across the globe. Alan Warren is the author of the Singapore 1942: Britain’s Greatest Defeat. Military/History • 408 pp • 5 x 8 • 53 B/W Photos 9780752451848 (Replaces 9780752445977) • January • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper The History Press

SOE’s Ultimate Deception Operation Periwig Fredric Boyce Inventive, audacious, and truly incredible—the story of the invention of an underground German resistance movement, which helped the Allies to victory. In the closing months of World War II, General Eisenhower exhorted the western Allied forces to redouble their efforts to break the German will to resist. In considering this appeal, General Gubbins, whose Special Operations Executive was making a significant contribution to the liberation of occupied territory, was faced with a fundamental difficulty in the case of Germany. Although opposition to Nazism was present in some areas, it was neither organized nor pro-Allied. Then someone had the idea of creating an entirely fictional German resistance movement and “selling it” to the Nazi security authorities. From January until April 1945, SOE rained propaganda leaflets on the hapless population fleeing the ruins of their cities and the oncoming Allied ground forces; they broadcast messages to the “resistance;” they planted the most scandalous lies about eminent Nazis; and at the end they even dropped four agents on fictitious missions. This imaginative response to Ike’s exhortation and the sheer audacity of the operation itself demand to be told to a wider audience. Fredric Boyce is the coauthor of SOE: The Scientific Secrets. Military/History • 256 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 32 B/W Photos 9780750940283 (Replaces 9780750940276) • October • $26.95 (Can $29.95) New in Paper • The History Press

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The Machine Gun Story Chris McNab From the author of How to Survive Anything, Anywhere, a look at the weapon that changed the face of warfare—how it works and what it has meant for how we fight. Warfare truly entered the industrial age with the invention and adoption of the machine gun. Armed with a machine gun, one or two men could potentially hold off a whole company of enemy soldiers, and inflict terrible losses while doing so. Describing how Hiram Maxim’s late 19th-century invention went on to transform the ways that armies and air forces fought, this book explains each stage in the technical development of machine guns and how submachine guns developed as a more portable offshoot, with their own set of consequences. While the tactical implications of machine guns are explored, the book never shrinks from the dark history of how machine guns have been used, whether fired from a trench on the western front in WWI or from a helicopter circling over the jungles of Vietnam. Featuring some of history’s most famous small arms, such as Vickers, MG42, M2HB, and Uzi, this history will appeal to all those interested in World War II and the history of land warfare and small arms. Chris McNab is a writer and editor who specializes in military history and technology. He has published more than 30 books, including The Great Book of Guns, The Illustrated History of the Vietnam War, Modern Military Uniforms, and The SAS Mental Endurance Handbook. Military/History • 128 pp • 7.5 x 5 • 75 Color Photos 9780752452340 • February • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Cloth • The History Press

The Assassins The Story of Medieval Islam’s Secret Sect W. B. Bartlett They have a reputation in the popular imagination as drug-crazed fanatics who murdered their enemies and terrorized the medieval world—this book separates fact from fiction and shows that the Islamic assassins of history are just as interesting as the assassins of legend. “More to Lewis’s story than one of terror and bloodshed . . . a fascinating glimpse into an extraordinary and unsettling world.” —Kirkus Reviews UK “An excellent work of popular history geared to general readers, but scholars will appreciate both the accuracy and insight Bartlett displays.” —Booklist on An Ungodly War The so-called “Assassins”—men who had no fear of death and were trained to kill— are one of the most spectacular legends of medieval history. Since the tales of Marco Polo and others, the myths surrounding them have been fantastically embellished and the truth has become ever more obscure. Bartlett’s popular history deftly traces the origins of the sect out of the schisms within the early Islamic religion and examines the impact of Hasan-i-Sabbah, its founder, and Sinan—the legendary “Old Man of the Mountain.” Following the group over the next two centuries, this book includes its clash with the crusaders, its near destruction at the hands of the Mongols, and its subsequent history. Finally, we discover how the myths surrounding the Assassins have developed over time, and why indeed they continue to have such an impact on the popular imagination. W. B. Bartlett is a medieval historian whose other titles include The Crusades, God Wills It!, Islam’s War Against the Crusaders, The Last Crusade, The Road to Armageddon, and An Ungodly War. History • 320 pp • 5 x 8 • 20 Color Illustrations • 20 B/W Illustrations 9780752452050 (Replaces 9780750946094) • November $23.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • The History Press

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100 Years of Brooklands Allan Winn and John Pulford The award-winning photographs in this book record the design and engineering details of many of the cars, bikes, and aircraft that now form part of the famous Brooklands Museum, from the very earliest examples to more recent Formula 1 cars. Evoking a unique period in the history of automobile and aircraft development, these images celebrate the centenary of the world's first custombuilt motor racing circuit and home of British aviation. 192 pp • 11 x 11 • 250 B/W Photos Sports/Transportation 9780955102066 • $45.00 (Can $49.95) Cloth Touchstone Books

In the Company of Dalí Trevor Legate Robert Whitaker captured a series of images of Salvador Dalí at the height of his fame in the early 1970s. After many years remaining in storage, the negatives he produced were printed specifically for this book. The very personal images reveal Dalí at home, relaxing with his wife and guests, working on his last major oil painting, and showing Robert around one of Gaudí’s buildings in Barcelona. 128 pp • 12 x 12 • 50 Color Photos 100 B/W Photos • Photography 9780955102042 • $45.00 (Can $49.95) Cloth Touchstone Books

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100 Years of Grand Prix Trevor Legate From the first race in France in 1906 to the hi-tech, computer-designed cars of today, this unique photographic record celebrates a colorful and controversial sport. Access to a large private collection of motoring images collected from the beginning of the 20th century has allowed the author to put together a comprehensive history of Grand Prix, ranging from the early pioneers to the professional sport it is today. 176 pp • 10 x 7.5 • 60 Color Photos 100 B/W Photos • Sports/Transportation 9780955102011 • $45.00 (Can $49.95) Cloth Touchstone Books

Red Arrows Jamie Hunter Produced in association with the Red Arrows and officially endorsed by the Royal Air Force, this gorgeous book reveals the pilots, the support team, the aircraft, and the training like never before. Aviation photographer Jamie Hunter has been allowed unprecedented access to capture the action in dynamic photography—in the air, on the ground, and behind the scenes. 176 pp • 10.5 x 11.5 200 Color Photos • History/Military 9780955102097 • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth Touchstone Books

Fighting Force Jamie Hunter Photographer Jamie Hunter worked closely with the Royal Air Force (RAF) to capture stunningly dynamic images of the “best of the best”—the dedicated pilots, crew, engineers, groundstaff, and aircraft of the RAF. A comprehensive image gallery demonstrates the wide range of skills required of today's RAF personnel—from exhilarating fast-jet flying and challenging logistical support, to complex state-of-the-art engineering and dangerous force protection. 192 pp • 10.5 x 11.5 • 200 Color Photos History/Military • 9780955102059 $39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth Touchstone Books

The Very Best of Volkswagen Trevor Legate From the rare Hebmuller convertible to Beetles modified for the track and drag strip; from the ultimate in customized Beetles in California and Utah to a bizarre wrought-iron "bird-cage" Beetle from Japan; from the infamous Beach Buggy and the rare VW Trekker—for anyone with a passing interest in the wide world of collectible Volkswagens, this book covers the diverse world of Beetles and Buses like no other. 128 pp • 9 x 11 • 200 Color Photos Transportation • 9780955102028 $32.95 (Can $35.95) Cloth Touchstone Books

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Necronomicon H. P. Lovecraft Horror • 9780575081574 $27.95 Paper • Gollancz

The Children of Húrin J. R. R. Tolkien Edited by Christopher Tolkien Read by Christopher Lee Fantasy • 9780007263455 $49.95 CD HarperCollins UK Audio

The Malice of Unnatural Death Michael Jecks Mystery • 9780755332786 $9.99 Paper • Headline

Interior Transformations Anne Grafton and Jane Churchill Photographs by Simon Upton Home Improvement 9781906417123 $29.95 Paper • Jacqui Small

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The Hollow Chocolate Bunnies of the Apocalypse Robert Rankin

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Make Your Own Electric Guitar Melvyn Hiscock Foreword by Brian May Music • 9780953104901 $34.95 (Can $38.95) Paper NBS Publications

Anything Goes Dispensation of Death Michael Jecks Mystery • 9780755332816 $9.99 Paper • Headline

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This Book Will Get You Laid E. Dickens Humor • 9781843171980 $6.95 (Can $8.95) Paper Michael O’Mara

The Complete Chronicles of Conan Robert E. Howard Fantasy • 9780575077805 $29.95 Paper • Gollancz

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God’s Little Book of Hope Richard Daly Religion & Theology 9780007246250 $7.95 Paper • Collins UK

Confessions of an Advertising Man David Ogilvy Foreword by Sir Alan Parker Business • 9781904915010 $17.00 Paper Southbank Publishing

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Death Comes for the Archbishop

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Willa Cather Introduction by A. S. Byatt

Mystery • 9780340829400 $7.99 Paper • Hodder & Stoughton

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The Cranford Chronicles

What I Wore Today

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Title Index Title Index 10,000 Ways to Die ..........................................122 100 Things to Do When You’re Dead ................165 100 Ways to Change the World ........................150 100 Years of Brooklands....................................228 100 Years of Grand Prix ....................................228 101 . . . Series ..................................................133 101 Secrets to Building a Winning Business ......133 101 Things Your GP Would Tell You If There Was Time ..............................................226 1536 ................................................................198 2010 Collins International Road Atlases ............187 300 Beers to Try Before You Die! ..................9, 230 4 Dreams of Miss X, The....................................231 50 Quirky Bike Rides..........................................216 8 Secrets of Happiness, The ..............................138 Accidental Optimist’s Guide to Life, The ............216 Adventures and Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, The....................................69 Advertising and the Mind of the Consumer ......133 Afghanistan ......................................................200 Afternoon Tea ..................................................225 Aftershock ..........................................................53 Age of Innocence, The ......................................232 Agent Provocateur: 69 ........................................66 Agent Provocateur: I............................................66 Alan Moore ......................................................123 Alice in La La Land ............................................103 All Will Be Well..................................................216 Amy Winehouse ................................................119 Ancient Greece ................................................205 Ancient Rome ..................................................232 Angel of Brooklyn ............................................106 Angelina Jolie....................................................129 Annus Mirabilis ................................................167 Anvil ................................................................215 Anything Goes ..................................................229 Aphorisms ..........................................................87 Armada Boy, The ................................................55 Aromatherapy: An A–Z......................................232 Around the World With 1000 Birds ..................216 Art of Sinking in Poetry, The ................................89 Art of Vintage ......................................................6 Arts & Crafts Needlepoint....................................18 Assassins, The ..................................................214 Atlas & Guide Edinburgh ..................................186 Audrey Hepburn................................................230 Autobiography of a Flea, The ..............................64 Autographs in the Rain........................................53 Aviation Disasters ..............................................210 Avoiding Mr. Right ............................................105 Awkward Age, An ..............................................94 Baghdad Business School ..................................216 Barbara Cartland’s Etiquette Handbook ............145 Battle for Quebec, The 1759 ............................211 Beating Stress, Anxiety & Depression ................144 Beatles, The ..........................................................3 Beauty in Bloom ................................................149 Bedford Triangle, The ........................................212 Beer a Day, A ........................................................9 Behind the Veil ..................................................216 Belladonna at Belstone ......................................232 Berlin Poplars ....................................................106 Bill Slider Mysteries series ....................................56 Bill Slider Omnibus ..............................................56 Biographer, The ........................................114, 226 Birds the Bees and Other Secrets, The ..............113 Black Cats and April Fools ................................230 Black Spider, The ................................................82 Blackstrap Hawco..............................................105 Blonde Moments ..............................................165 Blood Sunset ......................................................59 Blood, Sweat & Charity ....................................216 Bluffer’s Guide to Archaeology, The ..................220

Bluffer’s Guide to Astrology & Fortune Telling, The......................................220 Bluffer’s Guide to Banking, The ........................220 Bluffer’s Guide to Bond, The..............................220 Bluffer’s Guide to Consultancy, The ..................220 Bluffer’s Guide to Cricket, The ..........................220 Bluffer’s Guide to Doctors, The ..........................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Economic, The ......................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Genetics, The ........................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Golf, The ..............................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Hiking, The ............................223 Bluffer’s Guide to Jazz, The................................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Life Coaching, The ................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Management, The ................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Marketing, The ......................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Men, The ..............................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Middle Age, The ....................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Music, The ............................221 Bluffer’s Guide to Negotiation, The....................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Opera, The ............................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Paris, The ..............................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Philosophy, The......................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Public Speaking, The..............222 Bluffer’s Guide to Relationships, The..................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Rocket Science, The ..............222 Bluffer’s Guide to Rugby, The ............................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Seduction, The ......................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Sex, The ................................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Skiing, The ............................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Small Business, The................222 Bluffer’s Guide to Surfing, The ..........................223 Bluffer’s Guide to the Classics, The ....................220 Bluffer’s Guide to the Cosmos, The....................223 Bluffer’s Guide to the Flight Deck, The ..............223 Bluffer’s Guide to the Olympics, The ..................223 Bluffer’s Guide to the Quantum Universe, The ..223 Bluffer’s Guide to The Simpsons, The ................223 Bluffer’s Guide to Whisky, The ..........................223 Bluffer’s Guide to Women, The..........................223 Bluffer’s Guides ........................................220–223 Bob Skinner Mysteries ........................................53 Bone Garden, The ..............................................54 Book of Beer Knowledge, The ..............................9 Book of Emmett, The ........................................114 Borough Market Book, The ..............................216 Borough Market Cookbook: Meat & Fish ..........216 Boy-Bishop’s Glovemaker, The ..........................232 Boyhood Days ....................................................94 Bravo Jubilee ......................................................59 Breath of Fresh Air, A ........................................230 Brickfield, The ....................................................92 Bridge, The........................................................181 Brief Lives............................................................95 Britain & Ireland Handy Road Atlas ....................187 Britain Big Road Atlas ........................................187 Britain Fold Out Road Atlas................................187 Britain’s Kings & Queens....................................225 Broken World, The ..............................................48 Brotherhoods, The ............................................231 Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children..........231 Buddhism for Mothers ......................................229 Budget Horse & Pony Care ..................................28 By Any Means ..................................................179 Caledonication ..................................................203 Cameron on Cameron ......................................196 Cancer Explained ..............................................226 Canterbury Tales..................................................78 Capuchin Classics..........................................76, 77 Caring for the Older Horse ..................................28 Carra ..................................................................31 Cat Counsellor ....................................................22 Cat Flaps and Mousetraps ................................229 Catherine Parr ..................................................198

Celestial Cardplay..............................................189 Celtic Myths ......................................................205 Celtic Treasure ..................................................161 Celtic Wisdom ..................................................161 Changing the World Step by Step ....................216 Chaos Space ......................................................46 Chapel of BonesThe ..........................................232 Charles Dickens ................................................199 Charlotte Brontë ................................................95 Chat to Your Cat ................................................26 Children of Húrin, The ................................44, 229 China and Iran ..................................................200 Christopher Lee ................................................129 Cities of the Apocalypse ....................................162 Classics ..............................................................68 Clicker Training for Clever Cats............................26 Cloud of Unknowing, The ................................153 Cocktails and Rock Tales........................................8 Cold Kill ..............................................................57 Collins Easy Learning Audio Course Level 2 ......175 Collins Easy Learning Audio Course ..................174 Collins Easy Learning French Level 2 ..................175 Collins Easy Learning French..............................174 Collins Easy Learning German ..........................174 Collins Easy Learning Greek ..............................174 Collins Easy Learning Italian Level 2 ..................175 Collins Easy Learning Italian ..............................174 Collins Easy Learning Japanese ..........................174 Collins Easy Learning Mandarin ........................174 Collins Easy Learning Polish ..............................174 Collins Easy Learning Portuguese ......................174 Collins Easy Learning Spanish Level 2 ................175 Collins Easy Learning Spanish ............................174 Collins French Phrasebook and Dictionary..........173 Collins Gem series ........................................7, 173 Collins Gem Whiskies ............................................7 Collins German Phrasebook and Dictionary ......173 Collins Greek Phrasebook and Dictionary ..........173 Collins Italian Phrasebook and Dictionary ..........173 Collins Japanese Phrasebook and Dictionary ......173 Collins Language Revolution! Audio Course ......176 Collins Language Revolution!—French ..............176 Collins Language Revolution!—Italian ..............176 Collins Language Revolution!—Spanish ............176 Collins Mandarin Phrasebook and Dictionary ....173 Collins Need to Know? Bass Guitar........................5 Collins Need to Know? Cartooning ......................5 Collins Need to Know? Dog Breeds ....................24 Collins Need to Know? How to Read a Building ....5 Collins Need to Know? series ......................5, 7, 24 Collins Need to Know? Triathalons ........................5 Collins Need to Know? Whiskies ..........................7 Collins Polish Phrasebook and Dictionary ..........173 Collins Portuguese Phrasebook and Dictionary ..173 Collins Spanish Phrasebook and Dictionary ........173 Collins Speak French ........................................172 Collins Speak Greek ..........................................172 Collins Speak Guides ........................................172 Collins Speak Italian ..........................................172 Collins Speak Polish ..........................................172 Collins Speak Portuguese ..................................172 Collins Speak Spanish........................................172 Collio ..................................................................11 Complete Book of the Winter Olympics, The ......38 Complete Cat, The ..............................................22 Complete Chronicles of Conan, The ............41, 230 Complete David Bowie, The ..............................118 Complete Gerry Anderson, The ..........................49 Complete Inspector Morse, The ........................131 Complete Kylie Minogue, The ..........................120 Complete Round of Stories by the Christmas Fire, The............................................90 Complete Sherlock Holmes, The ..........................69

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Title Index Complete Traditional Recipe Book ....................232 Conan’s Brethren ................................................41 Confessions of a Reformed Dieter ....................226 Confessions of an Advertising Man ..................230 Conned ............................................................191 Cook’s Tour of Scotland, A ..................................13 Count of Monte Cristo, The ................................72 Country Cotillion, A ..........................................101 Country in the Moon, A ....................................180 Cranford Chronicles, The ..................................231 Crap Cycle Lanes ..............................................217 Crap Lyrics ........................................................116 Croc! ..................................................................21 Crocodile ............................................................21 Crosscut............................................................231 Cry from the Highest Mountain ........................217 Cuisine du Moi....................................................12 Cupcake Magic ................................................231 Curse of the Mistwraith, The ............................232 Da Da De Da Da Code, The ..............................232 Dan Shepherd Mystery, A ....................................57 Dancing in the Darkness....................................119 Dark Enchantment, A ........................................115 Dark Space..........................................................46 Dark Stranger, A..................................................74 Dashing Miss Fairchild, The................................102 Dead Men ..........................................................57 Dear Everybody ................................................107 Dearly Departed ................................................152 Death Comes for the Archbishop ......................231 Death of a Salaryman ........................................107 Death Ship of Dartmouth, The ..........................231 Death................................................................217 Death’s Door ......................................................53 Debunking History ............................................201 Decay of Lying, The ............................................87 Dedicated Scoundrel, A ....................................101 Desert Governess ..............................................217 Designing and Making Rocking Horses ................19 Detective Jill Jackson Mysteries series ..................60 Detective Karen Sharpe Mystery ..........................58 Devil & Maria D’Avalos, The ..............................101 Devil’s Elixirs, The ................................................83 Diana, Princess of Wales ....................................225 Diaries of Adam and Eve ....................................79 Discovery Road..................................................217 Dispensation of Death ......................................229 Divine Intervention ............................................189 Divine Magnetic Lands ......................................181 Dogs in Vogue ....................................................23 Don’t Go Hungry Diet, The................................226 Doris Day ..........................................................129 Dream Days ........................................................90 Dress Like a Star ................................................148 Each Day a Small Victory ..................................109 Eagle Rising ........................................................45 Eat Caribbean ....................................................14 Eat Cuban ..........................................................14 Editor, The ..........................................................61 Effective Presenting ..........................................134 Elective Affinities ................................................80 Engame ..............................................................45 English Castles ..................................................225 English Gothic ..................................................123 Equivoque Principle, The......................................61 Essence of Health, The ......................................226 Essential Road Atlas Britain................................187 Europe Essential Road Atlas ..............................187 European Job, The ............................................217 Ever, Dirk ..........................................................215 Fabulous Frocks ....................................................1 Fallen Gods ........................................................53 Falling Sideways ................................................231 Fancyapint? In London ......................................183 Fanny Hill ............................................................64

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Fashion Speak ..................................................148 Fatal Last Words ..................................................53 Fateful Beauty ..................................................217 Feet of the Chameleon........................................30 Fever Trees of Borneo ........................................217 Fifty Things You Need to Know About British History ......................................203 Fifty Years of Silence..........................................226 Fighting Force ..................................................228 Fish ..................................................................215 Fists ....................................................................74 Fivefold ............................................................226 Flying Scotsman ................................................208 Forest Woman, The ............................................93 Forgotten Children, The ....................................227 Fortunate Son ..................................................117 Fourth Bill Slider Omnibus, The............................56 Fox, The ..............................................................82 Foxtrot Oscar ......................................................59 Freemasonry......................................................204 French for Xenophobes ....................................223 Friar’s Bloodfeud, A ..........................................231 Frigid Women ..................................................217 Fugitive Prince ....................................................42 Funeral Boat, The ................................................54 Further Travellers’ Tales from Heaven and Hell....217 Gallery Whispers ................................................53 Gaslight in Page Street ........................................99 Gennaro’s Italian Year..........................................16 Geoffrey Chaucer ................................................95 German for Xenophobes ..................................223 Germinie Lacerteux ............................................91 Gerry Anderson’s UFO: Technical Manual ............49 Getting Results..................................................135 Girl from Cotton Lane, The..................................99 Girlosophy ........................................................230 God, Actually ....................................................156 God’s Little Book of Hope..................................230 God’s Undertaker ......................................160, 232 Good Beer Guide 2009 ....................................183 Good Beer Guide Belgium ..................................10 Good Bottled Beer Guide ....................................10 Good Life Gets Better, The ................................217 Good Life..The ..................................................217 Good Old-Fashioned Puddings ............................17 Good Old-Fashioned Roasts ................................17 Gordon Ramsay ..................................................12 Grace Kelly........................................................230 Graffiti Planet 2 ............................................4, 229 Graham Norton ................................................130 Grand Conspiracy................................................42 Great Sects........................................................218 Greater Dublin Streetfinder Atlas ......................185 Greater London Streetfinder ..............................184 Greek for Xenophobes ......................................223 Green Oranges on Lion Mountain ....................218 Grown-Up & Gorgeous ....................................146 Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 40s ..................146 Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 50s ..................146 Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 60s ..................146 Gucci Mamas ....................................................104 Gulliver’s Travels 76..............................................81 Halliwell’s Film Guide 2008................................230 Handy Road Atlas Europe ..................................187 Hard Landing ......................................................57 Hard Times..........................................................70 Harold Macmillan ..............................................197 Hashish, Wine, Opium ........................................88 Haunted House The ............................................83 Head Case ........................................................145 Head Shot ..........................................................53 Heart of Darkness................................................81 Heath Ledger ............................................126, 230 Heavenly Contracts ..........................................189 Hero of Our Time, A............................................86

Hesperus Classics ......................................8, 90, 91 Hesperus Contemporary......................................94 Hesperus Modern Voices ....................................92 Hesperus Poetry ..................................................97 Hesperus Worldwide ....................................93, 94 Hickory Staff, The..............................................232 History Makers ..................................................155 History of Witchcraft, The ................................204 Hodder Classics ................................................153 Hollow Chocolate Bunnies of the Apocalypse, The....................................229 Hollywood Filmmaking ..............................124, 125 Hollywood Filmmaking: The 1930s ....................124 Hollywood Filmmaking: The 1950s ....................125 Holy Grail ..........................................................205 Holy Warriors ....................................................162 Hot Blood............................................................57 House at Salvation Creek, The ..........................227 House of Shadows ..............................................51 How to Look Good Naked ................................149 How to Mix Drinks or The Bon Vivant’s Companion ........................................................8 How to Read Ancient Philosophy ......................164 How to Read ....................................................164 Hunter’s Moon ....................................................45 I Am What I Am ................................................128 I Love You Because . . . ......................................139 Ice Chorus, The ................................................108 Imitation of Christ, The......................................153 Immensee and Other Stories................................78 Impressions of Australia ....................................178 Impressions of Cyprus ......................................178 Impressions of England......................................178 Impressions of Ireland........................................178 Impressions of New Zealand ..............................178 Impressions of Scotland ....................................178 Impressions of series..........................................178 Impressions of South Africa ..............................178 Impressions of Wales ........................................178 Improve Your Declarer Play at No-Trumps ..........189 Improve Your Opening Leads ............................189 In & Around London..........................................182 In the Company of Dalí ....................................228 Incandescence ....................................................77 Inkspot Monologues, The ..................................167 Instant Manager Series ..............................134, 135 Interior Transformations ....................................229 Ireland Comprehensive Road Atlas ....................185 Ireland Handy Road Atlas ..................................185 Is Anybody Up There? ......................................160 Isfahan ..............................................................177 It’s Not Rocket Science ......................................168 Italian for Xenophobes ......................................223 J.S. Bach............................................................155 Jade: Fighting to the End ..................................215 James Halliday’s Wine Atlas of Australia ..............11 Jane Austen ......................................................226 Jasmine & Arnica ..............................................218 Jew’s Beech, The ................................................85 Joe Plantagenet Murder Mysteries series, The ......55 Johnny Depp ............................................126, 127 Journey to Nowhere ..........................................195 Journey to the Edge of the World......................215 Joy of Cats, The ..................................................22 Joy of Gardening, The ........................................19 Judi Dench Scenes from My Life ........................231 Jungle Beat, The................................................218 Jungle Janes ......................................................218 Justine ................................................................65 Kate Moss ........................................................147 Kidnapped ..........................................................72 Kill-Devil and Water ............................................52 King Arthur’s Bones ............................................51 King of Thieves, The ............................................50 King’s Bride, The..................................................83

Title Index Kings & Queens ................................................226 Kissinger Saga, The ..........................................196 Kitchen Memories ..............................................17 Kitchen Table Tycoon ........................................137 Knights Templar Mystery series ............................50 KOTO..................................................................15 Kustom Graphics ..............................................231 Lady Penelope, The ..........................................199 Lars Porsena ........................................................87 Last Day of a Condemned Man ..........................84 Last Days of Newgate, The ..................................52 Last Light ............................................................58 Latin Matters ....................................................169 Lazy Girl’s Guide to Losing Weight and Getting Fit, The ........................................227 Legend of Sigurd & Gudrún, The ........................44 Lenz ....................................................................84 Let Your Past Go and Live ..................................152 Lethal Intent........................................................53 Letters to Isabella Stewart Gardner ......................75 Lewis Hamilton: Champion of the World ............34 Libya ................................................................177 Life of Dante ......................................................88 Limey Gumshoe ................................................191 Line Training for Dogs ........................................24 Lion Companion to Church Architecture, The ....154 Little Book of Bliss, The......................................139 Live Fire ..............................................................57 Living Landscapes..................................................4 London Mini Streetfinder ..................................184 Long Reining to Break Horses to Harness ............27 Longest Winter The ............................................40 Looking for Mr Piggy-Wig ..................................45 Lost Prophecies, The............51, ........................232 Lost Ship SS Waratah, The ................................209 Love and Friendship ............................................79 Love and Gymnastics ..........................................90 Machine Gun Story, The ....................................214 Macmillan New Writing ....................................113 Madonna v Guy ................................................119 Mafia ................................................................192 Magnificent Bastards ........................................110 Make Your Own Electric Guitar ........................229 Makeup ............................................................232 Making a Pilgrimage..........................................159 Malice of Unnatural Death, The ........................229 Man at Leisure ....................................................89 Managing Change ............................................135 Manchester United: The Biography......................31 Mao Zedong ....................................................213 Margaret Fulton Cookbook, The..........................16 Margaret Fulton’s Christmas ................................16 Margaret Fulton’s Encyclopedia of Food and Cookery ....................................................16 Margaret Fulton’s Kitchen....................................16 Master Bridge Series..........................................189 Mastering Bipolar Disorder ................................144 Mawson’s Antarctic Diaries..................................39 Medieval Murderers, The ....................................51 Mega Book of Useless Information, The ............232 Memoirs of a Good-for-Nothing ..........................80 Merchant’s House, The ........................................55 Merchant’s Tale ..................................................97 Mine-Haha ..........................................................92 MINI Miscellany, The..........................................208 Miracles of Card Play ........................................189 Misadventures of John Nicholson, The ................91 Monarchs..Murders & Mistresses ......................202 Moods of Future Joys ........................................218 More Traveller’s Tales from Heaven & Hell ..........218 Most Dangerous Enemy, The ............................207 Mother Teresa ..................................................155 Mother’s Love, A ..............................................138 Mothers & Daughters ........................................137 Mozart’s Journey to Prague ................................86

Murakami Diary 2009........................................232 Murmuring the Judges ........................................53 Music to Die For ................................................215 Music, Food and Love..........................................13 My Journey with a Remarkable Tree ..................218 My Life, My Way ..............................................120 My Name Is Aram................................................76 My Secret Life ....................................................63 My Word Is My Bond ........................................127 Mystery of Edwin Drood, The ..............................70 Naming the Rose ..............................................227 Nanny Ogg’s Cookbook ....................................231 Nazi War Trials ..................................................205 Necronomicon ............................................41, 229 Never Order Chicken on a Monday....................227 News of the World? ..........................................218 No Law in the Land ............................................50 Northern Wilderness ..........................................39 Nosepicking for Pleasure ..................................230 Not with Silver ..................................................111 Not Without My Sister ......................................231 Occult London ..................................................205 Occy....................................................................33 Olive Tree, The ..................................................179 On Deception......................................................96 On Genius and the Common Man ......................96 On London..........................................................96 On Paris ..............................................................97 On Reading ........................................................97 On the Wall with Hadrian ..................................218 ON ................................................................96, 97 One Minute Mandarin ......................................177 One-Stop Guide to Christianity, The ..................157 Oneworld Classics ........................................78–89 Other People’s Husbands ..................................115 Outdoor ..............................................................15 Outsiders ..........................................................232 Over the Top ......................................................35 Painted Doom, A ................................................55 Paul Morel ..........................................................82 Pearl, The ............................................................65 Pelé: The Illustrated Autobiography ....................32 Pelé: The Autobiography ....................................33 People in Vogue ..................................................23 Perennial Forbidden Classics ..........................63–65 Peril’s Gate ..........................................................43 Persuasion ..........................................................79 Peter Schlemihl....................................................85 Physician, The....................................................229 Pickwick Papers, The ..........................................70 Pilgrimage ........................................................159 Pill, The ............................................................142 Planet Earth ......................................................230 Pocket Atlas London..........................................184 Pocket Essentials series ......................123, 204, 205 Pocket Guide to Christian Belief, A ....................158 Pocket Guide to Christian History, A ..................158 Pocket Psycho, The............................................136 Pram Diet, The ..................................................227 Prickly Pears of Palestine....................................218 Prince, The ..........................................................88 Principles of Angels ............................................48 Prisoner Handbook, The ....................................131 Progress in Chess ..............................................190 Punk Fiction ......................................................116 Pyke Mystery, A ..................................................52 QE2 Story, The ..................................................210 Racehorse ..........................................................29 Rafael Nadal........................................................30 Rake’s Reform, A ..............................................102 Rasputin............................................................212 Rat Killer, The ....................................................109 Ray Mears Vanishing World ................................39 Real Men Eat Puffer Fish....................................166 Red Arrows ......................................................228

Red Dress Walking ............................................103 Red House Mystery, The ......................................71 Relational Manager, The ....................................132 Rembrandt ........................................................155 Revenge of Captain Paine, The ............................52 Rex Collections..................................................126 Rezsö Kasztner ..................................................207 Riding the Outlaw Trail ......................................218 Riding with Ghosts ............................................219 Riding with Ghosts: South of the Border............219 Riot of Goldfish, A ..............................................93 RMS Lusitania....................................................209 Robert Louis Stevenson ......................................95 Roger Federer......................................................30 Roguish Miss Penn, The ....................................102 Rolling Stones, The................................................2 Royal Line of Succession, The ............................226 Royal Murders ..................................................194 Sadopaideia ........................................................63 Salvation Creek ................................................227 Same Earth, The ................................................112 Savoy Cocktail Book, The ..................................231 Schooling Exercises In-Hand ................................27 Scotch Whisky ..................................................226 Scotland Handy Road Atlas................................186 Second Bill Slider Omnibus, The ..........................56 Secret Agent’s Handbook ..................................206 Secret Diary of Simon Cowell, The ....................166 Secret World of Johnny Depp, The ....................229 Secrets of Creative Thinking ..............................190 Secrets of Positional Play ..................................190 Seeing Angels ..................................................151 Seeking Sanctuary ............................................219 Seeking the Dead ................................................55 Send Them to Hell ............................................192 Sentients of Orion, The........................................46 Sepulchres ..........................................................89 Servants of the Supernatural ............................151 Sex Made Easy ..................................................142 Shakespeare Matters ........................................169 Sharaf ..............................................................110 Sharp Suits ............................................................1 She Devils..........................................................193 Sherlock Holmes in Russia ..................................62 Sherlock Holmes..................................................62 Shirley’s Guild......................................................77 Short History of Europe, A ................................205 Shut Up and Kiss Me ........................................140 Siberian Dreams ................................................219 Silas Marner ........................................................76 Sir Winston Churchill ........................................226 Skin Fitness ......................................................143 Skinner’s Round ..................................................53 Sleep Right, Sleep Tight ....................................227 Sleepwalker’s Introduction to Flight, The............113 Slight Misunderstanding, A ................................80 Slow Winter ......................................................219 Smiths, The ......................................................118 So You Have a Great Idea for a Business . . . ......132 SOE’s Ultimate Deception ..................................213 Soft Target ..........................................................57 Something Beautiful for God ............................156 Sonnets ..............................................................71 Sonnets, The ......................................................98 Spaghetti Westerns ..........................................122 Spanish for Xenophobes....................................224 Special Offa ......................................................219 Sphere ................................................................56 Spiders ................................................................21 Spilling the Beans on the Cat’s Pyjamas: Popular Expressions ........................................168 Spiral/Quake Omnibus ......................................215 Spitfire in Combat ............................................210 Splat! ..................................................................35 Squire Throwleigh’s Heir ....................................232

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Title Index – Author Index St Andrews Golf Links ........................................34 Stay of Execution ................................................53 Strange Music ..................................................111 Street Art and the War on Terror ......................229 Stress ................................................................143 Studio Ghibli ....................................................121 Study in Scarlet, A ..............................................73 Subantarctic Wilderness ......................................40 Successful Workplace Communication ..............134 Sue Lawrence’s Book of Baking ..........................13 Suffer the Little Children ..................................195 Sufficient ............................................................20 Sun King ..........................................................120 Sweeney Todd ..................................................230 Swiftly ................................................................47 Swinging ..........................................................141 Sword of Shame, The..........................................51 T. E. Lawrence ..................................................211 Tainted Relic, The ........................................51, 231 Tales of the Islanders ..........................................91 Tamla Motown..................................................215 Tanner Trilogy......................................................99 Tao ..................................................................180 Taste Ye Back ......................................................13 Tea for Two . . . With No Cups ..........................219 Telling, The ........................................................98 Tempest, The ......................................................67 Templar, the Queen and Her Lover, The ............229 Ten Lessons from the Road................................150 Tenant of Wildfell Hall, The ................................69 That’s Another Story..........................................130 They Is Us ........................................................112 Things a Woman Should Know About Style ......229 Third Bill Slider Omnibus, The..............................56 Third God, The....................................................44 This Book Will Get You Laid ..............................230 Three Men in a Boat............................................71 Three-Cornered Hat, The ....................................86 Through a Land of Extremes..............................182 Thunder & Sunshine..........................................219 Thursday Legends ..............................................53 Times Atlases series, The ..............................36, 37 Times Codeword, The ......................................188 Times Compact Atlas of the World, The ..............37 Times Comprehensive Atlas of the World, The ....36 Times Concise Atlas of the World, The ................36 Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword 9, The ............188 Times Mini Atlas of the World, The ....................37 Times Reference Atlas of the World, The ............37 Titanic and the Californian ................................209 Tomaž Humar......................................................38 Too Good..........................................................227 Touching Tibet ..................................................219 Toyminator, The ................................................232 Trail of Visions Route 1, A ................................219 Trail of Visions Route 2, A ................................219 Travellers’ Tales from Heaven and Hell ..............219 Travels in Outback Australia ..............................220 Travels in the South of France..............................81 Travels with My Daughter..................................220 Triumph Around the World ..............................220 True Love ..........................................................227 Tutankhaman....................................................205 Under the Deodars..............................................92 Unhallowed Grave, An ........................................55 Unimagined ......................................................194 Unsafe ................................................................58 Unseen Vogue ....................................................23 Vanity Fair ..........................................................72 Venn That Tune ................................................121 Venus in Furs ......................................................63 Versace Sisters ..................................................104 Very Best of Volkswagen, The............................228 Vibrators ..........................................................230 Village Romeo and Juliet, A ................................84

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Village, The ........................................................85 Vintage Classics ............................................69–73 Visions & Voyages ............................................161 Vodka Classified ....................................................7 Vodka Doesn’t Freeze ..........................................60 Vogue Covers......................................................23 Voodoo Doll ........................................................60 Walking Away ..................................................220 Wall and Piece ..................................................229 Wars of Light and Shadow series, The ..........42, 43 Washing Dishes in Hotel Paradise ........................94 Way of a Man with a Maid, The ..........................65 We, The Accused ................................................77 Wellington ........................................................197 Wesley Peterson Murder Mysteries series, The....................................54, 55 What Do Existentialists Believe? ........................163 What Do Hindus Believe? ..................................163 What Do We Believe?........................................163 What I Wore Today............................................231 Whatever Happened to Tanganyika? ................201 Whisky Classified ..................................................7 White Raven, The ..............................................100 Who’s That Sleeping in My Bed?........................141 Whores of the Devil ..........................................202 Whose Sofa Is It Anyway? ..................................25 Why First Borns Rule the World and Last Borns Want to Change It ..........................................227 Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill, The ..............230 Will to Survive, The ..........................................211 Winning Is Not Enough ....................................231 Wisdom of Water, The ......................................152 Woman in the Case, The ....................................78 Wondrak and Other Stories ................................75 Working the Light ............................................230 Working with Monsters ....................................227 World at War, The ............................................206 World War II......................................................213 World’s Ten Most Evil Men, The ........................193 Worlds of John Ruskin, The ..................................5 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Aussies ....................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Austrians..................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Belgians ..................170 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Canadians................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Czechs ....................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Danes ......................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Dutch ......................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the English ....................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the French......................170 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Germans ..................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Greeks ....................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Icelanders ................170 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Irish..........................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Italians ....................224 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Japanese ..................170 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Kiwis........................225 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Poles ........................225 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Scots........................225 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Spanish ....................170 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Swedes ....................225 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Swiss........................225 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Welsh ......................225 Xenophobe’s Guides..................170, 171, 223–225 Yellow Blue Tibia ................................................47 Yellow Wallpaper and Selected Writings, The ......68 You Don’t Have to Be Evil to Work Here, But It Helps ............................................232 You Remind Me of Marilyn Monroe ....................98 Zohra’s Ladder ..................................................220

Author Index à Kempis, Thomas ............................................153 AA Publishing....................................................178 Abbott, Elisabeth ................................................81 Acton, Gwen ....................................................221 Adamson, Richard ............................................218 Agent Provocateur ......................................66, 231 Ahmad, Imran ..................................................194 Ainsley, Rob ......................................................216 Allsop, David ....................................................222 Amos, Dorian ....................................................217 Anonymous ..................................................63, 65 Antonio de Alarcón, Pedro ..................................86 Aplin, Hugh ..................................................85, 94 Appignanesi, Richard ........................................163 Apter, Jeff ........................................................117 Archer, John ......................................................152 Arnott, Paul ......................................................160 Ash, Niema ..............................................219, 220 Ashdown, Dulcie M. ................................194, 226 Ashton, Gail ...................................................... 95 Astley, Judy ......................................................115 Austen, Jane ......................................................79 Auswaks, Alex ....................................................62 Babbs, Liz..........................................................161 Backhouse, Halcyon ..........................................153 Baguley, Phil ......................................................134 Bahn, Paul ................................................220, 222 Bailey, Rob ........................................................165 Baker, Jo ............................................................98 Baker, Simon ....................................................232 Baker, Tim ..........................................................33 Balme, Julian ....................................................231 Banksy ..............................................................229 Barbour, Anne ..........................................101, 102 Barlow, Ben ..............................................171, 224 Barrington, Fleur ..............................................165 Barrowman, Carole E. ..............................128, 229 Barrowman, John ......................................128, 229 Bartlett, W. B. ..................................................214 Bastyra, Judy ......................................................14 Bateson, Hilary ..................................................191 Baudelaire, Charles..............................................88 Bedford, Simi ....................................................111 Beere, Ken ........................................................223 Belgrano Rawson, Eduardo..................................94 Bellew, Sir George ............................................225 Benge, Polly ......................................................219 Bennett, Jane ....................................................142 Bentley, Chris ......................................................49 Berka, Petr ................................................171, 224 Berkoff, Steven....................................................98 Berlin, Peter ......................................171, 222, 225 Bibby, Bob ................................................218, 219 Billingham, Mark ................................................73 Bilton, Paul................................................171, 225 Bishop, David ....................................................131 Blaiklock, E. M. ................................................153 Bloom, Natalie ..................................................149 Blunt, Wilfred....................................................177 Boccaccio, Giovanni ............................................88 Bolt, Rodney..............................................171, 224 Bonaparte, Napoleon ..........................................87 Bonington, Sir Chris ..........................................182 Boorman, Charley ............................................179 Booth, Jonathon................................................217 Botham, Noel ....................................................232 Bowers, Chris ......................................................30 Bowling, Harry ....................................................99 Bowling, Tom ....................................................100 Bowman, Martin W. ........................................212 Bowyer, Alison ..................................................130 Box, Su..............................................................139 Boyce, Fredric....................................................213

Author Index Boyd, William......................................................77 Boyman, Russell ................................................216 Bradley, Ian ......................................................159 Braun, Martina ....................................................26 Brendon, Mark ..................................................141 Brennan, Herbie ................................................217 Bret, David ........................................................129 Brett, Vivian ......................................................225 Brewer, Sarah ....................................................222 Brontë, Anne ......................................................69 Brontë, Charlotte ................................................91 Brown, Andy ....................................................217 Brown, Derren ....................................................96 Büchner, Georg ..................................................84 Buhring, Juliana ................................................231 Bullman, Janine ................................................116 Bungay, Stephen ..............................................207 Bunin, Ivan ..........................................................85 Burden, Peter ....................................................218 Burman, Edward ..............................................200 Burrage, Nathan................................................226 Burrows, Tess ....................................................217 Butfer, Wendy ..................................................177 Butler, Gordon ..................................................183 Buttolph, Angela ..............................................147 Buzan, Tony ......................................................176 Byatt, A. S. ........................................................231 Byrne, John ..........................................................5 Calvino, Italo ......................................................90 Cameron, David ................................................196 Campbell, Eileen ................................................19 Campbell, Fiona ................................................107 Campbell, Harry ................................................201 Canardeaux, Gavin..............................................12 Capalbo, Carla ....................................................11 Captain Yellowjersey ........................................217 Carey, Tanith ....................................................138 Carragher, Jamie ................................................31 Carruthers, Avril ................................................152 Cartland, Barbara ..............................................145 Casson, Simon ..................................................218 Cather, Willa ....................................................231 Catley, Christine Cole ................................171, 225 Cave, Lucie........................................................215 Cawthorne, Nigel ..............................................193 Chakravarty, Radha ......................................93, 94 Chapman, David ................................................ 90 Chatterjee, Bankim Chandra ..............................93 Chaucer, Geoffrey ........................................78, 97 Chaudhuri, Amit ................................................93 Chebran, Yves ..................................................222 Chee, Steven ....................................................232 Chekhov, Anton ..................................................78 Child, Tweddle ..................................................227 Churchill, Jane ..................................................229 Clarke, John ..............................................136, 227 Clayton, Peter ..................................................221 Cleland, John ......................................................64 Clinch, Elizabeth................................................182 Clinch, Nicholas ................................................182 Coldstream, John ..............................................215 Collins UK..................................172–174, 184–188 Collins, Warwick ................................................98 Connolly, Billy....................................................215 Connolly, Pamela Stephenson............................145 Connor, John ......................................................58 Conrad, Joseph ..................................................81 Contaldo, Gennaro ............................................16 Cooper, Hilary ..................................................221 Cooper, Robert..................................................220 Cornish, Joe ......................................................230 Cornwell, Neil ....................................................86 Couch, Paul ......................................................223 Couchman, Vicki ..............................................219 Courtis, John ....................................................221

Cowell, Tony ....................................................166 Cox, Alex ..........................................................122 Cox, Brian ..........................................................44 Cox, Jessica ........................................................95 Coyne, Peter ....................................................177 Craddock, Harry ................................................231 Craske, Darren ....................................................61 Cross, Rachelle ..................................................210 Crouch, Kevin ..................................................120 Crouch, Tanja ....................................................120 Cummins, Anthony ............................................91 Curtis, Howard....................................................74 Cussler, Clive ....................................................209 Dalglish, Kenny ..................................................31 Daly, Richard ....................................................230 Bird, David ........................................................189 Davies, Steven Paul............................................131 Davin, Delia ......................................................213 Davis, Patricia ....................................................232 Davis, Tony ..........................................................35 De Amicis, Edmondo ..........................................90 de Goncourt, Edmond ........................................91 de Goncourt, Jules ..............................................91 de Rhodes, Stanislas ............................................64 de Sade, Marquis ................................................65 Deakin, Dr. Gillian ............................................226 Dean, Ptolemy ..................................................216 Dench, Dame Judi ............................................231 Devereaux, Charles..............................................64 Devereux, David ..................................................45 Devroye, Jean-Pierre ..............................................6 Dherbier, Yann-Brice..........................................230 Dickens, Charles................................70, 83, 90, 96 Dickens, E. ........................................................230 Doyle, Arthur Conan ....................................69, 73 Draper, Scott ....................................................227 Drinkwater, Carol ..............................................179 Drops, Penny ....................................................142 Drury, Elizabeth ..................................................17 Duigan, Virginia, ......................................114, 226 Dumas, Alexandre ..............................................72 Duncan, Susan ..................................................227 Durschmied, Erik ..............................................202 Dvoretsky, Mark ................................................190 Dwyer, Rachel ..................................................163 Dyrbye, Helen............................................171, 224 Edington, Sarah ................................................232 Edwards, George ..............................................221 Egger, Gary ......................................................143 Eliot, George ......................................................76 Ellis, Kate ......................................................54, 55 Ellis, Phyllis ........................................................217 Enright, Dominique ..........................................230 Ephraums, Eddie ..............................................230 Etchells, Tim........................................................48 Eunson, John K. V. ............................................203 Evans, Jeff ......................................................9, 10 Evans, Matthew ................................................227 Everleigh, Mark ................................................217 Eyers, Kerrie ......................................................144 Family Health Service ........................................227 Farrow, Clare ......................................................13 Faul, Stephanie..................................................171 Feaver, Jane ........................................................76 Fenn, Jaine ..........................................................48 Fernandes, Edna................................................162 Fiada, Alexandra................................171, 223, 224 Figes, Eva ..........................................................195 Figgis, Mike ......................................................231 Finler, Joel ........................................................124 Finn, Ken ..........................................................218 Fish, Laura ........................................................111 Fitzlyon, April ......................................................78 Flanagan, Adrian ................................................35 Flicket, Roland ..................................................230

Follows, Roy ......................................................218 Foreman, Nick ....................................................49 Forster, Deborah................................................114 Foscolo, Ugo ......................................................89 Fox, Stephens....................................................226 Frame, Chris......................................................210 Freeman, Sarah ................................................216 Freiherr von Senden, Heinrich..............................27 Fulton, Margaret ................................................16 Furness, Frank ..................................................136 Gammond, Peter ......................................221, 222 Gardiner, Meg ..................................................231 Garratt, Tim ......................................................217 Garrood, Frances ..............................................113 Gaskell, Elizabeth ..............................................231 Gautier, Théophile ..............................................88 Geisler, Alexander ............................................222 Gero, David ......................................................210 Giarratano, Leah ................................................60 Gilman, Charlotte Perkins....................................68 Gleeson-White, Jane ..........................................68 Goda, Aya ........................................................180 Goddard, Simon................................................118 Godman, Arthur................................................211 Goodall, Nigel ..................................................229 Goody, Jade ......................................................215 Gordon, Jay ......................................................232 Gordon, Noah ..................................................229 Gotthelf, Jeremias ..............................................82 Gracq, Julien ......................................................79 Grafton, Anne ..................................................229 Grahame, Kenneth..............................................90 Graves, Robert ....................................................87 Gregson, Keith ..................................................223 Griffiths, Andrew ..............................................133 Griffiths, Gavin....................................................95 Griffiths, John C. ..............................................200 Griffiths, Paul ....................................................138 Grillo, Oscar ......................................................109 Grose, Michael ..................................................227 Grossi, Pietro ......................................................74 Gunning, Heyrick Bond ....................................216 Gutmann, Monika ..............................................24 Haddon, Celia ....................................................22 Haining, Peter ..................................................230 Hall, Rich ..........................................................110 Halliday, James ....................................................11 Halls, Vicky..........................................................22 Hamburger, Michael ............................................84 Hamilton, David ................................................232 Hammond, Victoria ..........................................101 Hankinson, Jim..................................................222 Hannah, Mari ......................................................61 Harding, Graham ..............................................221 Hardy, Chips......................................................109 HarperCollins UK ..............................................230 Harrod-Eagles, Cynthia........................................56 Hartley Edwards, Elwyn ......................................29 Hartley, L. P. ........................................................92 Harvey, Kenneth J. ............................................105 Hassed, Dr. Craig ..............................................226 Hawkey, Ian ........................................................30 Hayward, Mark ................................................2, 3 Heath, Sandra ..................................................101 Heathcote-James, Emma ..................................151 Heiss, Anita ......................................................105 Hemingway, Ernest..............................................97 Hendrickson, Emily ............................................102 Henry, Jarad ........................................................59 Herald, Justin ....................................................132 Hickman, Alex ..................................................219 Higham, Jon......................................................230 Hilberger, Oliver ..................................................27 Hill, David..........................................................227 Hilliam, David ....................................................202

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Author Index Hiscock, Melvyn ................................................229 Hiscocks, Dan ............................................217–219 History Press, The ..............................................226 Hodgson, Natalie ..............................................217 Hoey, Brian........................................................225 Hoffmann, E. T. A. ..............................................83 Holmes, Richard ................................................206 Holt, Tom ..................................................231, 232 Home, Andy......................................................219 Homer, Karen ....................................................229 Hooper, Meredith ................................................40 Houdini, Harry ....................................................96 Howard, Robert E. ......................................41, 230 Hudon, Daniel ..................................................220 Hughes, Howard ..............................................122 Hughes, Kathryn ................................................90 Hugo, Victor........................................................84 Humphreys, Alastair ..........................150, 218, 219 Hunt, Ken ................................................171, 224 Hunter, Jamie ....................................................228 Jacka, Eleanor ....................................................39 Jacka, Fred ..........................................................39 Jackson, Kevin ......................................................5 James, Erica ......................................................230 James, Henry ......................................................75 James, Louis ..............................................171, 224 James, P. D. ........................................................69 James, Simon ............................................169, 198 Janowitz, Tama..................................................112 Jarrett, Tom ........................................................34 Jarvis, Craig ......................................................223 Jastrembowska, Elzbieta....................................162 Jecks, Michael ..................................229, 231, 232 Jenkins, Janette ................................................106 Jerome, Jerome K. ..............................................71 Jones, Celeste ..................................................231 Jones, Dylan ......................................................196 Jones, Kristina ..................................................231 Jones, S. A. ......................................................103 Jones, Stephen ....................................................41 Joy, Emily ..................................................216, 218 Jung, Claudia ......................................................28 Kaji, Sahoko ......................................................170 Kamps, Rob ......................................................209 Keating, Patrick ................................................221 Keller, Gottfried ..................................................84 Kelly, Adam Harvey ..........................................218 Kelly, Lynne ........................................................21 Kendall, Cate ....................................................104 Kendall, R. T. ....................................................153 Kerr, Gordon ....................................................205 KET ......................................................................4 Ket, Alan ..........................................................229 Killick, Robert ......................................................24 Kimball, Michael................................................107 Kipling, Rudyard..................................................92 Klaff, Jack ........................................................223 Klinger, Ron ......................................................189 Korero Books ....................................................231 Kumar, Raj ........................................................110 Kurz, Evi............................................................196 Laube, Lydia ......................................................216 Lauer, Christopher ..............................................78 Launay, Drew ....................................170, 223, 224 Lawrence, D. H. ..................................................82 Lawrence, Sue ....................................................13 Lawson Johnston ..............................................209 Lazarides, Steve ................................................232 Le Blanc, Michelle..............................................121 Leahey-Benjamin, Sarah ....................................216 Leather, Stephen ................................................57 Leckie, Ross ......................................................220 Lee, Christopher................................................229 Lee, David John ................................................132 Lee, Sophie ......................................................103

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Legate, Trevor....................................................228 Lennox, John C. ........................................160, 232 Leonard, Miriam................................................164 Lermontov, Mikhail..............................................86 Lewis, Philippa ....................................................17 Lipniacka, Ewa ..........................................171, 225 Lips ..................................................................215 Lipscomb, Suzannah..........................................198 Lister, Tracey........................................................15 Loach, Ken ........................................................ 91 Löb, Ladislaus....................................................207 Lockhart, Ann ..........................................225, 226 Loucky, Jaime ......................................................38 Lovecraft, H. P. ..................................................229 Low, Robert ......................................................100 Lucas, George ..................................................129 Lucas, Victor......................................................226 Machiavelli, Niccolò ............................................88 MacLean, Charles..............................................226 Mak, Geert........................................................181 Maka, Gwen ....................................................219 Mann, Roger ....................................................227 Maran, A. G. D. ................................................192 Marr, Johnny ....................................................116 Marschall, Ken ..................................................209 Marshall, Robbie ..............................................220 Marteau, Rosie ....................................................94 Martin, Lois ......................................................204 Mason, Antony ........................................170, 221 Mason, Laura ......................................................17 Mason, Mark ............................................220, 222 Mathieson, Eleanor ..........................................229 May, Brian ........................................................229 McCall Smith, Alexander ..................................201 McDonald, Bernadette ........................................38 McDuff, Anne ..................................................193 McGillivray, David ..............................................123 McNab, Chris ....................................................214 McNally, Frank ..........................................171, 224 McShane, John..................................................230 Meagher, David ................................................148 Mears, Ray ..........................................................39 Medieval Murderers, The ..........................231, 232 Meegan, Michael ......................................150, 216 Meikle, Denis ....................................................127 Melechi, Antonio ..............................................151 Meninsky, Philip ................................................211 Mercer, Mick ....................................................215 Mercer, Rhona ..................................................129 Mérimée, Prosper ................................................80 Metcalf, Charlotte ............................................220 Miall, Antony ............................................171, 224 Middleton, Kate ................................................143 Miller, John ......................................................231 Miller, Kei ..........................................................112 Milne, A. A. ........................................................71 Milsted, David ..................................171, 223, 224 Mitchell, David ....................................................93 Mitchelson, Tom................................................140 Molloy, Hugh ....................................................143 Moncreiff, Christopher ..................................74, 84 Moore, Roger....................................................127 Moran, Michael ................................................180 Morgan, B. Q. ....................................................78 Morgan, Giles ..................................................204 Mörike, Eduard ..................................................86 Morris, Rae........................................................232 Morton, James ..................................................191 Mosedale, Mike ........................................229, 230 Moss, Kate ........................................................231 Muggeridge, Malcolm ......................................156 Mugridge, Rebecca ..........................................227 Murakami, Haruki ............................................232 Muratore, Marina..............................................223 Murray, Hugh ....................................................168

Musgrave, Eric ......................................................1 Myerson, Julie ....................................................77 Naden, Gavan ..................................................182 Naik, Anita ........................................................137 Napthali, Sarah..........................................229, 231 Naylor, Nicola ....................................................218 Newkey-Burden, Chas ......................................119 Nichols, J. G. ................................................88, 89 Nicholson, Simon ......................................171, 225 Nicolson-Lord, David ........................................230 Norman, Andrew ..............................................211 Nova, Craig ........................................................77 O’Donnell, Kevin ..............................................158 O’Donoghue, Ben ..............................................15 O’Farrell, Maggie ................................................68 O’Grady, Timothy ..............................................181 O’Herne, Jan Ruff..............................................226 Occhilupo, Mark..................................................33 Odell, Colin ......................................................121 Ogilvy, David ....................................................230 Okamoto, Kanoko ..............................................93 Oliver, Harry ..............................................229, 230 Owen, Charlie ....................................................59 Parker, Gordon ..................................................144 Parker, Martin ....................................................86 Parker, Michael St. John ....................................225 Parker, Sir Alan ..................................................230 Parkin, Lance ....................................................123 Parkinson, Judy ................................................168 Parmée, Douglas ................................................80 Paul, Anthea ....................................................230 Paxman, Jeremy ..................................................76 Peace, David........................................................69 Pearl, Audrey ....................................................209 Pearl, Matthew....................................................70 Pegg, Nicholas ..................................................118 Pelé ..............................................................32, 33 Pepper, Andrew ..................................................52 Peters, Catherine ..............................................199 Petherick, Tom ....................................................20 Pettigrew, Jane..................................................225 Pickeral, Tamsin ..................................................28 Pickering, Sarah ................................................182 Piliev, George ......................................................62 Pinto, Ricardo......................................................44 Plant, Jane ........................................................144 Pohl, Andreas......................................................15 Pointing, Keith ..................................................167 Pope, Alexander ..........................................89, 142 Poullain, Frankie ................................................119 Pratchett, Terry ..................................................231 Price, Alfred ......................................................210 Protz, Roger ..............................................183, 230 Proust, Marcel ....................................................97 Pryce-Jones, David ..............................................77 Pulford, John ....................................................228 Puzzler Media....................................................188 Rae, Alexander ..........................................220, 222 Ragde, Anne B. ................................................106 Randall, Will......................................................191 Rankin, Robert ..........................................229, 232 Raymond, Ernest ................................................77 Rayner, Ed ........................................................201 Reid, Robert ........................................................21 Reilly, Frances ....................................................195 Reilly, Hilda................................................218, 219 Reiner, Robb......................................................215 Remic, Andy......................................................215 Richard, Cliff ....................................................120 Richards, John Winterson ..................171, 222, 225 Riches, Sue........................................................217 Riches, Victoria..................................................217 Richmond, Lyn ....................................................97 Riddington, Max................................................182 Rigby, Jonathan ........................................123, 129

Author Index Roberts, Adam ....................................................47 Robinson, Martin ..............................................138 Robson, Pamela ................................................146 Rocca, Jane ..........................................................8 Rochester, A. J. ........................................226, 227 Roden, Andrew ................................................208 Röder, Nicole ......................................................25 Rose, Andy..........................................................14 Roskrow, Dominic ................................................7 Ross, David................................................171, 225 Roste, Vaughn ..........................................171, 224 Rouse, Andy..........................................................4 Ruskin, John........................................................96 Russell, Beth........................................................18 Sainsbury-Salis, PhD, Dr. Amanda ......................226 Sale, Richard ....................................................170 Salter, Brian ......................................................134 Sampson, Fay ....................................................161 Saotome, Mitsugu ............................................108 Saroyan, William ................................................76 Sauder, Eric ......................................................209 Sauers, Joan ......................................................137 Scarlet magazine ..............................................230 Scarrow, Alex ......................................................58 Schattner, Gilie ..................................................227 Schattner, Marc ................................................227 Schluter, Michael ..............................................132 Scott, Robert ....................................................232 Scott-Wilson, Siôn ............................................113 Scrima, Manuel ................................................150 Seaman, Mark ..................................................206 Searle, Ronald ..................................................211 Searls, Damion ....................................................97 Secombe, Andy ..................................................45 Sen, Amartya ......................................................94 Shakespeare, William ....................................67, 71 Sharp, Johnny ..................................................116 Shelley, Barbara ................................................123 Sheridan, Simon ................................................120 Shirazi, Kate ......................................................231 Shukman, Harold ..............................................212 Simonti, Federico ..................................................6 Simpson, Neil ......................................................12 Slash ................................................................215 Smedley, Keren..................................................141 Smith, Clive Stafford ..........................................77 Smith, Dan ..........................................................62 Smith, P. J. ........................................................209 Solly, Martin ..............................................171, 224 Spencer, Margaret ..............................................19 Spiteri, Geoff ....................................................169 Stancliffe, David ................................................154 Stang, Maurice....................................................88 Stanhope, Nick..................................................216 Stapert, Calvin ..................................................155 Stapley, Ron ......................................................201 Starobinets, Anna................................................94 Stendhal..............................................................81 Stephenson, Janet ............................................144 Stevenson, Andrew ..........................................220 Stevenson, Robert Louis ................................72, 91 Steward, Chris ..................................................222 Stewart, Fiona ....................................................40 Stewart, Sir Jackie ............................................231 Stonich, Sarah ..................................................108 Storm, Theodor ..................................................78 Sutcliffe, Serena ....................................................6 Sutherland, Max................................................133 Swan, Madeline ................................................139 Swift, Jonathan ............................................76, 81 Syrett, Michel ....................................................170 Tagore, Rabindranath ..........................................94 Takehara, Makiko ..................................................6 Tàpies, Xavier A. ..............................................229 Taylor, D. J. ........................................................90

Taylor, Mike ..............................................171, 224 Taylor, Ronald ..........................................80, 83, 84 Tedman, Ray......................................................126 Terauds, Aleks ....................................................40 Terekhov, Alexander ..........................................109 Thackeray, William Makepeace............................72 Thomas, Doris ....................................................85 Thomas, Jerry ........................................................8 Thomas, Lionel ....................................................85 Thompson, Douglas ..........................................119 Thomson, Cindy ................................................161 Tibballs, Geoff ..................................................208 Toksvig, Sandi......................................................90 Tolkien, Christopher ....................................44, 229 Tolkien, J. R. R. ............................................44, 229 Tonks, Mitch......................................................215 Trocchi, Alexander ..............................................89 Tunzelmann, Alex von ........................................92 Turner, Paul ........................................................83 Turneri, H. F. ........................................................86 Twain, Mark ........................................................79 Twigger, Robert ................................................166 Upton, Simon....................................................229 van den Toren, Benno........................................158 van Tongeren, Annebelle ..................................148 Varlow, Sally......................................................199 Veno, Arthur ....................................................231 Verlhac, Pierre-Henri..........................................230 Vernon, Roland ................................................115 Vincent, Keith ....................................................93 Viner, Andrew ..................................................121 Viney, Nigel ......................................................220 Voigt, F. M. ........................................................78 Von Adelbert Von Chamisso, Adelbert ................85 von Druste-Hülshoff, Annette..............................85 von Eichendorff, Joseph ......................................80 von Goethe, Johann Wolfgang ..........................80 von Loewenstein-Wertheim, Leopold ..................86 von Sacher-Masoch, Leopold .............................. 63 Waidson, H. M. ............................................80, 82 Waite, Charlie ..................................................230 Walker, Georgina ..............................................152 Walker, Mark ....................................................167 Wallechinsky, David ............................................38 Walmsley, Bernice..............................................135 Walter ................................................................63 Walters, Julie ....................................................130 Walton, Paul ....................................................221 Walton, Stuart ......................................................7 Wan, Gok ........................................................149 Ward, David ......................................................230 Ward, Matthew C. ............................................211 Ward, Philip ........................................................92 Warren, Alan ....................................................213 Watson, Tom ......................................................34 Watt, Judith ........................................................23 Watts, Greg ......................................................155 Webb, Tim ..................................................10, 222 Wedekind, Frank ................................................ 92 Welch, Sally ......................................................159 Wellesley, Jane ..................................................197 Whaley, Simon ..........................................220, 221 Whichelow, Clive ..............................................168 White, Jim ..........................................................31 Wicksteed, Philip ................................................88 Wilde, Oscar ......................................................87 Wilkinson, Mike ................................................222 Williams, Brenda ..............................................226 Williams, Brian ..................................................226 Williams, Charles ..............................................197 Williams, Hugh..................................................203 Williams, Roy ....................................................156 Williams, Sebastian ..........................................192 Williams, Thomas B. ..........................................209 Wilson, Terry ....................................................215

Windo, Pamela..................................................220 Winn, Allan ......................................................228 Winter, David ....................................................157 Worrall, Frank ....................................................34 Wurts, Janny ..............................................42, 232 Yapp, Nick ................................................170, 220 Yue, Guo ............................................................13 Yusupov, Artur ..................................................190 Zeidenitz, Stefan ......................................171, 224 Zinovieff, Kyril ....................................................78 Zweig, Stefan ......................................................75

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Publisher Index Publisher Index AA PUBLISHING (07495)..............................29, 178 *ALLEN & UNWIN (004442124, 186508, 1875680 1875889, 1876351, 186448, 186373, 174175, 174114) ................................12, 21, 35, 39, 40, 59, 101, 103, 132, 133, 142–144, 149, 177, 229–232 Inspired Living (174175, 17411) ............152, 231 ALMA BOOKS (184688) ............................107–109 Herla (184688) ................................................98 ANOVA National Trust Books (1905400) ............17, 18, 232 Pavilion (186205) ..........................1–3, 7, 20, 30, 66, 215, 230, 231 Portico (1906032) ................30, 116, 142, 169, 201 Robson Books (186105, 1905798) ................230 AURUM PRESS (184513, 1906417) ......38, 62, 191, 194, 207, 208, 232 Argentum (1902538) ................................4, 230 Jacqui Small (1903221, 1906417) ................6, 229 JR Books (1906217) ..............................129, 166 CADMOS BOOKS (386127) ............................9, 10, 24–28, 183, 230 CAMRA (185249)....................................9, 10, 183 *CAN OF WORMS PRESS (190410) ............67, 109 Civic Books (190410)......................................216 Eye Books (09530575, 1871349, 1903070) ....................................150, 216–220 Oval Books (190282, 190309, 190604) ..............................170, 171, 220–225 Word of Mouth (095601) ..............................167 CAPUCHIN CLASSICS (09555196, 09557312, 09559156) ................................................76, 77 CARLTON PUBLISHING GROUP Andre Deutsch (0233) ....................130, 199, 200 CHERRY RED BOOKS (1901447, 09517206)......215 CROWOOD PRESS (184797)................................19 EDITION OLMS (303766, 3283) ........................190 GRANTA UK (184708) ..............................163, 164, 172–176, 180, 195 Portobello Books (184627, 184708) ........................................98, 162, 180 *HARDIE GRANT BOOKS (174066, 174064 186498, 187671) ............................8, 11, 15, 16 HARPERCOLLINS UK (000) ................100, 149, 231 Collins UK (000) ......................5, 7, 24, 172–176 184–188, 203, 230 Friday Project, The (000, 1905548, 1906321) ................................61, 98, 112, 141 HarperCollins UK Audio (000) ..................44, 229 HarperPerennial (000) ........................63–65, 196 Harper Entertainment UK (000) ......................230 Voyager (000..0586) ..........................42, 43, 232

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HEADLINE (07553, 07472) ....................16, 50, 53, 59, 99, 141, 145, 215, 229, 231, 232 Hachette Books Scotland (07553) ............13, 203 Headline Review (07553)................................120 HESPERUS PRESS (184391) ............8, 90, 91, 90–97 THE HISTORY PRESS (07509, 07524, 186227) ........167, 182, 194, 198–202, 209–214 *Pitkin (184165) ............................182, 225, 226 HODDER & STOUGHTON (0340) ..................19, 22, 39, 57, 121, 153, 231 Hodder Education (0340) ......................134, 135 John Murray (07195)........................................40 Sceptre (0340)................................................160 JOHN BLAKE (184454) ..................12, 30, 34, 119, 129, 151, 183, 193, 215, 229, 230, 232 Metro Books (184454) ..........................229, 230 KORERO BOOKS (09558336) ............................231 Graffito (09560284) ......................................231 Rebellion Books (09553398) ..........................229 LION UK (07459)................................132, 138, 139, 143, 154–161, 198, 232 LITTLE BOOKS (1904435, 1906251) ..........139, 140 Max Press (1906251)......................................206 LITTLE, BROWN BOOK GROUP (14087) ......23, 229 Abacus (0349)........................................110, 191 Orbit UK (184149)....................46, 215, 231, 232 Sphere (0316, 07515, 184744) ..........31, 56, 179 Virago UK (184408) ......................................68, 231 MACMILLAN UK (14050) ....................................45 Pan Books (0230, 0330) ........................113, 131 MAINSTREAM PUBLISHING (184596) ..........34, 192 MICHAEL O’MARA (184317)................4, 127, 128, 165, 168, 229, 230 MYRMIDON BOOKS (1905802) ..................61, 110 NBS PUBLICATIONS (09531049) ........................229 OLDCASTLE BOOKS (184243, 1874061, 1901982, 1904048) ......................100 Kamera Books (184243, 1904048) ........121, 122 Pocket Essentials (184243) ............123, 204, 205 Southbank Publishing (1904915)....................230 ONEWORLD CLASSICS (184749) ..................78–89 ORION PUBLISHING (0297, 07528, 185799) ..........................58, 166, 189, 195, 230 Cassell (184188) ............................................231 Gollancz (0575) ................41, 45, 47, 48, 50, 53, 59, 229, 230, 232 Phoenix (07538) ................................35, 52, 112, 130, 179, 197, 215 Weidenfeld & Nicolson (0297, 07538,) ..196, 197 PALLAS ATHENE (09529986, 09542624, 184368, 1873429) ......................5, 11, 162, 177 PIATKUS BOOKS (07499) ..................13, 54, 55, 120, 136, 137, 144, 168, 191

PRION (185375) ........................................208, 229 PUSHKIN PRESS (1901285) ............................74, 75 QUILLER (1905693) Kenilworth Press (1905693) ..............................28 *RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA (174106, 174051, 186325, 759320, 009183, 186471)..................103, 104, 136, 148, 226, 227 Bantam Australia (186325 174166) ................60, 104, 105, 137, 226, 227 Ebury Australia (174166) ..........................33, 226 Illustrated (174166) ................146, 148, 226, 227 Vintage Australia (174166) ..............68, 114, 226 William Heinemann Australia (174166) ..117, 226 RANDOM HOUSE UK (184605) ....................48, 232 Arrow (009, 0434, 184413, 184605 184794, 1905211) ..............................38, 145, 151 BBC Books (184607) ......................................230, 232 Century (009, 0434, 07126, 184605, 184413, 09528991) ..............147, 229 Ebury Press (009) ..............................................206 Harvill Secker (0436, 184343 184655, 186046) ........................................105 Pimlico (07126, 184413, 184595) ..................207 Vermilion (009) ..............................................232 Vintage Classics (009) ........................69–73, 231 Vintage UK (009) ............106, 107, 111, 181, 232 REYNOLDS & HEARN (1905287) ................49, 118, 120, 123–127, 129, 131 ROBERT HALE (07090) ........................62, 101, 102 SIMON & SCHUSTER UK (07432, 184737)........................................14, 32, 51, 232 Pocket Books UK (14165, 184739)......33, 51, 231 *TOUCHSTONE BOOKS (09551020) ..................228 TRANSWORLD PUBLISHERS (0552) ....................231 Bantam Press (0553, 0593) ................22, 44, 215 Black Swan (0552) ..........................................115 Corgi (0440, 0552, 186230) ............................31

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