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  • Peter Cook - Tragically I was an only twin
    Sep 5 2024
    For his many friends and fans, Peter Cook was quite simply the funniest man they'd ever encountered. And nearly eight years since his death, his status as one of Britain's greatest comedians shows no sign of shrinking. Despite his reputation for idleness, Peter Cook was a great comedy writer, who created countless outrageous sketches and articles and was famed for his prolific role in the satire boom of the 1960s. The very best, the most famous and some of the most unusual of his comic masterpieces are collected here. Some of these pieces have never been published before, others are out of print, a few only survive in print, and many have only ever been seen or heard - never read. This collection ranges from Cook's first writing, at school and university, via Beyond The Fringe, with Dudley Moore, Alan Bennett and Jonathan Miller, his dualogues with Moore as Pete & Dud and Derek & Clive, and their brilliant TV series, Not Only But Also, to transcripts of his late, great TV appearances, and a selection of his journalism for the Daily Mail, the Evening Standard and Private Eye.
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  • Flann O'Brien - Myles Away From Dublin
    Sep 3 2024
    Flann O’Brien (Brian O’Nolan, aka Myles na Gopaleen) adopted not only a new name (George Knowall) for these rarely seen pieces, but also a new persona. Writing his column ‘Bones of Contention’ for the Nationalist and Leinster Times, he took on the character of the quizzical and enquiring humorist who might be found in a respectable public house in Carlow: erudite, urbane and informative, he is the country cousin of the Myles of Dublin, yet still a facet of the complex character who wrote The Third Policeman and At Swim-Two-Birds. His delight in words, his uncanny ability to see through humbug, are unparalleled. Writers as disparate as James Joyce, Dylan Thomas, Graham Greene and Anthony Burgess have marvelled at his talent. New readers will discover that he is one of the funniest writers in any language, at any time.

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  • Medieval Bodies - Life, Death and Art in the Middle Ages
    Aug 31 2024
    Dripping with blood and gold, fetishized and tortured, gateway to earthly delights and point of contact with the divine, forcibly divided and powerful even beyond death, there was no territory more contested than the body in the medieval world.

    In Medieval Bodies, art historian Jack Hartnell uncovers the complex and fascinating ways in which the people of the Middle Ages thought about, explored and experienced their physical selves. In paintings and reliquaries that celebrated the - sometimes bizarre - martyrdoms of saints, the sacred dimension of the physical left its mark on their environment. In literature and politics, hearts and heads became powerful metaphors that shaped governance and society in ways that are still visible today. And doctors and natural philosophers were at the centre of a collision between centuries of sophisticated medical knowledge, and an ignorance of physiology as profound as its results were gruesome.

    Like a medieval pageant, this striking and unusual history brings together medicine, art, poetry, music, politics, cultural and social history and philosophy to reveal what life was really like for the men and women who lived and died in the Middle Ages.

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  • The Haunting of Alma Fielding - A True Ghost Story
    Aug 29 2024
    London, 1938. Alma Fielding, an ordinary young woman, begins to experience supernatural events in her suburban home.Nandor Fodor - a Jewish Hungarian refugee and chief ghost hunter for the International Institute for Psychical research - begins to investigate. In doing so, he discovers a different and darker type of haunting: trauma, alienation, loss - and the foreshadowing of a nation’s worst fears. As the spectre of fascism lengthens over Europe, and as Fodor’s obsession with the case deepens, Alma becomes ever more disturbed.With rigour, daring and insight, the award-winning pioneer of historical narrative non-fiction Kate Summerscale shadows Fodor’s enquiry, delving into long-hidden archives to find the human story behind a very modern haunting.

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  • The World As I See It by Albert Einstein: Albert Einstein's Philosophical Reflections on Life and Humanity
    Aug 22 2024
    Embark on a journey through the brilliant mind of one of history's greatest thinkers with the thought-provoking book "The World As I See It" by the iconic physicist and author Albert Einstein. Dive into a collection of essays and musings that offer profound insights into the nature of the universe, the human experience, and the interplay between science and philosophy.Albert Einstein, a revolutionary scientist and Nobel laureate, transcends the boundaries of his field as he contemplates the mysteries of existence, the beauty of mathematics, and the ethical responsibilities of humanity. Through his eloquent prose, Einstein invites readers to explore the universe alongside him, shedding light on both the complexities of physics and the intricacies of life.As you delve into the pages of this captivating work, you'll witness Einstein's unwavering curiosity and his unwavering commitment to unraveling the secrets of the cosmos. "The World As I See It" stands as a testament to Einstein's legacy as a thinker whose insights continue to inspire and shape our understanding of the world.Albert Einstein, a true luminary of science and intellect, penned "The World As I See It" to provide readers with a glimpse into the mind of a genius. His contributions to the realms of physics and philosophy have left an indelible mark on human thought, and his legacy as a visionary continues to influence generations.Embark on an intellectual odyssey through the brilliant mind of one of history's greatest thinkers with "The World As I See It" by Albert Einstein—a bestseller that provides a unique glimpse into the thoughts and philosophies of the iconic physicist.Join Einstein as he takes you on a journey through his worldview, offering profound insights into science, religion, politics, and the nature of humanity. His lucid essays, written with unparalleled clarity, reveal the mind of a genius grappling with the complexities of the universe.Experience the richness of Einstein's perspective as he explores the interconnectedness of knowledge, ethics, and the mysteries of the cosmos. Each page unveils the intellectual legacy of a man whose ideas reshaped our understanding of space, time, and the very fabric of reality.But, here's a question that resonates through the corridors of scientific inquiry: Can the world as Einstein saw it inspire us to view our own existence with greater clarity and purpose? How do his reflections on science and humanity echo in our modern world?In illuminating prose, Einstein beckons readers to contemplate the enduring relevance of his musings. It's not just a collection of essays; it's an invitation to engage with the profound questions that define the human experience and our place in the cosmos.So, as you immerse yourself in "The World As I See It," ask yourself: Can Einstein's vision guide us toward a more enlightened and interconnected future? Immerse yourself in the wisdom of a scientific luminary, and let his words be a guiding star through the complexities of our world.Seize the opportunity. Dive into the pages that unravel the mysteries of the universe and human consciousness. Purchase "The World As I See It" now, and let Einstein's brilliant insights be your companion on a journey through the boundless realms of knowledge. Your odyssey into the mind of a genius begins with the turn of a page.
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  • Bryan Jackson - Why the Titanic was doomed
    Aug 20 2024
    Titanic - the most magnificent ocean liner of her time - was doomed and destined for disaster before she ever left the docks at Southampton. Doomed by her owner, doomed by her designers, doomed by the men who sailed her -- doomed even by her sister ship. Author Bryan Jackson presents a new and unique look at the many circumstances that came together the night of April 14, 1912 to claim over 1,500 lives and leave Titanic lying in 12,000 feet of water on the bottom of the North Atlantic. Each chapter details how seemingly disconnected pieces served to create a tragedy that remains as significant today as it was over a century ago. They include flawed design decisions, outdated regulations, substandard materials, weather conditions, lookouts left blinded and warnings never acted upon. Perhaps the most fascinating piece is a look at how events involving sister ship Olympic would result in Titanic being placed directly on course to meet the iceberg which would sink her. In addition, Jackson offers a look at the circumstances that saved some from perishing in the tragedy. They range from the rich and famous -- to family members traveling in third-class who managed to escape the sinking while the majority of the passengers sailing in those accommodations would not survive. Also provided is a comprehensive Titanic timeline which details the events which lead to her construction -- and eventual destruction.

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  • The Meaning of Liff - Douglas Adams and John Lloyd
    Aug 8 2024
    The Meaning of Liff has sold hundreds of thousands of copies since it was first published in 1983, and remains a much-loved humour classic. This edition has been revised and updated, and includes The Deeper Meaning of Liff, giving fresh appeal to Douglas Adams and John Lloyd's entertaining and witty dictionary. In life, there are hundreds of familiar experiences, feelings and objects for which no words exist, yet hundreds of strange words are idly loafing around on signposts, pointing at places. The Meaning of Liff connects the two. BERRIWILLOCK (n.) - An unknown workmate who writes 'All the best' on your leaving card. ELY (n.) - The first, tiniest inkling that something, somewhere has gone terribly wrong. GRIMBISTER (n.) - Large body of cars on a motorway all travelling at exactly the speed limit because one of them is a police car. KETTERING (n.) - The marks left on your bottom or thighs after sunbathing on a wickerwork chair.

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  • Why the Titanic was Doomed: A Disaster of Circumstance
    Aug 6 2024
    Titanic - the most magnificent ocean liner of her time - was doomed and destined for disaster before she ever left the docks at Southampton. Doomed by her owner, doomed by her designers, doomed by the men who sailed her -- doomed even by her sister ship. Author Bryan Jackson presents a new and unique look at the many circumstances that came together the night of April 14, 1912 to claim over 1,500 lives and leave Titanic lying in 12,000 feet of water on the bottom of the North Atlantic. Each chapter details how seemingly disconnected pieces served to create a tragedy that remains as significant today as it was over a century ago. They include flawed design decisions, outdated regulations, substandard materials, weather conditions, lookouts left blinded and warnings never acted upon. Perhaps the most fascinating piece is a look at how events involving sister ship Olympic would result in Titanic being placed directly on course to meet the iceberg which would sink her. In addition, Jackson offers a look at the circumstances that saved some from perishing in the tragedy. They range from the rich and famous -- to family members traveling in third-class who managed to escape the sinking while the majority of the passengers sailing in those accommodations would not survive. Also provided is a comprehensive Titanic timeline which details the events which lead to her construction -- and eventual destruction.
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    5 m