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Narcomania: A Journey Through Britain's Drug World
by Max Daly Steve SampsonA timely and gripping investigation of illegal drugs in the UK. Filled with fascinating and shocking case studies gathered over twenty years of investigative reporting, it explodes many of the myths and misconceptions about drug use, and makes a compelling case for a new way forward. Looking at the dealers, the users, the police and the politicians, Narcomania charts how consumption and markets have fragmented and changed over the last decade; follows the money to reveal where Britain's licit and illicit economies overlap; explains where each of the major recreational drugs comes from; and maps which drugs are popular in different parts of the country. It will explode many of the myths and misconceptions about drug use, and tap into fraught debates about how politicians, parents and police should respond.In the wake of the internet boom, globalisation and a decade of decadence, Britain sits at a crossroads in the legalisation-versus-intolerance debate. While other nations have succeeded with progressive experiments, inertia and self-contradiction define British drug policy to the detriment of everyone except the criminal underworld. Unsurprisingly, in the light of this book, our politicians are confused about what will please or displease the all-important middle class electorate. Equally unsurprisingly, however, so much myth and confusion surrounds the subject that clarity must be brought to chaos if the wisdom of the crowd is ever to surface....
Nappy Free Baby: A practical guide to baby-led potty training from birth
by Amber HatchThis unique book shows parents how to break free from nappies and tricky toilet training. By recognising and responding to their baby's natural reflexes, parents can help them to stay clean and dry from birth, while reducing the cost to the family budget and the environment. Baby-led potty training can help to: - avoid nappy rash- prevent constipation- calm fussy babies- reduce landfill- save time and money Families have been using baby-led potty training all over the world and now the approach is growing in the UK. In this book, Amber Hatch guides parents through the method, explaining the practical things you need to know from getting started to completion. You'll also discover how to adapt the approach to your own family's needs and routines, how to overcome common problems and how to encourage confidence and independence in your child. The Nappy Free Baby is a flexible, no-pressure approach to potty training that will benefit any family and strengthen the bonds between parents and child.
The Napoleonic Wars 1803-1815
by Dr David GatesKnown collectively as the 'Great War', for over a decade the Napoleonic Wars engulfed not only a whole continent but also the overseas possessions of the leading European states. A war of unprecedented scale and intensity, it was in many ways a product of change that acted as a catalyst for upheaval and reform across much of Europe, with aspects of its legacy lingering to this very day. There is a mass of literature on Napoleon and his times, yet there are only a handful of scholarly works that seek to cover the Napoleonic Wars in their entirety, and fewer still that place the conflict in any broader framework. This study redresses the balance. Drawing on recent findings and applying a 'total' history approach, it explores the causes and effects of the conflict, and places it in the context of the evolution of modern warfare. It reappraises the most significant and controversial military ventures, including the war at sea and Napoleon's campaigns of 1805-9. The study gives an insight into the factors that shaped the war, setting the struggle in its wider economic, cultural, political and intellectual dimensions.
The Nanny State Made Me: A Story of Britain and How to Save it
by Stuart Maconie'He is as funny as Bryson and as wise as Orwell' ObserverIt was the spirit of our finest hour, the backbone of our post-war greatness, and it promoted some of the boldest and most brilliant schemes this isle has ever produced: it was the Welfare State, and it made you and I. But now it's under threat, and we need to save it.In this timely and provocative book, Stuart Maconie tells Britain’s Welfare State story through his own history of growing up as a northern working class boy. What was so bad about properly funded hospitals, decent working conditions and affordable houses? And what was so wrong about student grants, free eye tests and council houses? And where did it all go so wrong? Stuart looks toward Britain’s future, making an emotional case for believing in more than profit and loss; and championing a just, fairer society.
Nanny Ogg's Cookbook: a beautifully illustrated collection of recipes and reflections on life from one of the most famous witches from Sir Terry Pratchett’s bestselling Discworld series
by Terry Pratchett Stephen Briggs Tina HannanSteel yourselves - Nanny Ogg is passing on some of her most interesting recipes and her most refined wisdom.'Probably the best and certainly the tastiest of the Discworld spin-offs' - The Times'They say that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach which just goes to show they're as confused about anatomy as they gen'rally are about everything else, unless they're talking about instructions on how to stab him, in which case a better way is up and under the ribcage.' Nanny OggNanny Ogg, one of Discworld's most famous witches, is passing on some of her huge collection of tasty and above all interesting recipes. But in addition to the delights of the 'Strawberry Wobbler' and 'Nobby's Mum's Distressed Pudding', Mrs Ogg imparts her thoughts on social etiquette, life, death, courtship, children and weddings, all in a refined style that should not offend the most delicate of sensibilities. Well, not much...Jam-packed with recipes favoured (or not!) by the great and good of the Discworld, full of Nanny Ogg's unique wisdom and way with words, and peppered with apoplectic notes from the editor and the publisher, this is a treasure trove of literary, culinary and comic delights.A must- purchase for any fan of the legendary Sir Terry Pratchett.*Most of the recipes have been tried out on people who are still alive.__________________________________________________________________What fans are saying...'This is Nanny Ogg at her naughty best...I sniggered and snerked all the way through' - ***** Reader review'As expected, hilarious. Also beautifully illustrated. Had a kick reading the recipes, and will likely try a few!' - ***** Reader review'Love this book! It is brilliant! If you don't already have this buy it now!!' - ***** Reader review'Totally Brilliant!!!' - ***** Reader review'I laughed myself silly reading this; it is VERY funny...I am looking forward to trying the recipes' - ***** Reader review
Nanny Knows Best -Stop Your Baby's Crying
by Nanny Smith Nina GrunfeldHow can I stop my baby screaming? What can I do to get my baby to sleep through the night? What should I do when my toddler crawls into bed with me? I can't tell whether my baby is tired or distressed. Nanny Smith is inundated every week with questions about crying and sleeping. This wonderful book is packed with practical advice to give you the answers you need to become a confident parent.
Nanny Knows Best - Easy Weaning And First Feeding
by Smith , Nanny With Nina GrunfeldFor many parents weaning can become full of trauma and anxiety. Is your baby eating enough? Is he getting the right nutrients? What happens if your baby refuses to eat or is constantly sick or crying? Nanny Smith has the answers to every parent's everyday questions and will help you and your baby through the transition from breast to bottle to solids - with confidence and calm.
Nanny Knows Best - Coping With Temper Tantrums
by Nanny Smith with Nina GrunfeldNo parent wants a constantly naughty, screaming or aggressive child -but when does parental discipline become over-control? How can you balance guidelines for good behaviour with allowing the child freedom to develop his or her own character? This helpful, practical and insightful book offers the key to confident parenting. Nanny Smith's tried and tested methods will turn a misbehaving child into a well-balanced child full of character and fun - and will help the parent at the same time.
Nanny Knows Best: Successful Potty Training
by Nanny Smith with Nina Grunfeld Nina Grunfeld Nanny SmithDrawing on years of practical experience Nanny Smith will help every parent and every baby through this potentially traumatic time to enjoy the ease of life without nappies. Featuring Nanny's 10-step plan for guaranteed success the book answers common questions with sane practical and loving advice. She also addresses serious problems such as soiling and bedwetting in older children. There are no gimmicks in this book - Nanny Smith believes that every parent will learn for themselves what is right for their child.
Nanny in a Book: The Common-Sense Guide to Childcare
by Louise Heren Susan McMillanThe English nanny is an institution. The image of the smartly uniformed, traditional nanny features in many books and films and there is something rather comforting about the idea of a 'no nonsense', nurturing and sensible childcare expert looking after your family.For over a century, Norland Nannies have cared for royal and celebrity families and are the best, most respected nannies in the world. Now their clear advice and straightforward methods - tried and tested on thousands of families - are brought together for the first time.Nanny in a Book is a practical companion to childcare that will help you with:* Setting up your nursery * Sleeping, weaning and potty training * Teaching your child good manners and behaviour * Nursing common ailments from sore tummies to measles * Organising a fabulous birthday party. Full of Nanny's top tips and personal stories, Nanny in a Book will become a trusted guide and a treasured companion - the next best thing to Mary Poppins herself sweeping in on the East wind and turning up on your doorstep.
Nanny: a masterful depiction of one woman's determination, passion and sacrifice as told by bestselling author Charlotte Bingham
by Charlotte BinghamPowerful and heart-wrenching; fans of Louise Douglas, Dinah Jefferies and Kristin Hannah will love this Edwardian saga by the million copy and Sunday Times bestselling author Charlotte Bingham."Charlotte Bingham's spellbinding novel is required reading" - COSMOPOLITAN"Excellent stuff" -- COMPANY"What a wonderful book-- I am feeling totally wrung out with emotion and I didn't want it to ever end." -- ***** Reader review"Such an enchanting story...Nanny is a rich and memorable character you will carry in your memory once you finish the last page." -- ***** Reader review"I have read most of Charlotte Bingham books and am never disappointed." -- ***** Reader review*******************************************************************************FROM MASTERLESS TO MISTRESS OF THE HOUSE. BUT CAN IT LAST? 1907: Beautiful and spirited, Grace Merrill seems to stand with the world at her feet until a family tragedy obliges Grace to enter a life in service at Keston Hall. It is a world of sadistic housekeepers, drunken butlers and genuine hardship and drudgery for those employed in servicing the few.However, she soon discovers that she has another talent when she manages to escape from the kitchen to work as the family nanny. Here she learns to love Lady Lydiard's children as her own and revel in the isolated world of the nursery.As time passes, war looms and change reaches out to touch the Hall, Grace grows to become not just the touchstone of the children's lives but in essence the mistress of the house itself.Amidst all this, she has met the love of her life: Brake Merrowby. But is he the right man to give her the personal fulfilment she craves?
Nana
by Émile ZolaBorn to drunken parents in the slums of Paris, Nana lives in squalor until she is discovered at the Théâtre des Variétés. She soon rises from the streets to set the city alight as the most famous high-class prostitute of her day. Rich men, Comtes and Marquises fall at her feet, great ladies try to emulate her appearance, lovers even kill themselves for her. Nana's hedonistic appetite for luxury and decadent pleasures knows no bounds - until, eventually, it consumes her. Nana provoked outrage on its publication in 1880, with its heroine damned as 'the most crude and bestial sort of whore', yes the language of the novel makes Nana almost a mythical figure: a destructive force preying on a corrupt society.
A Name on a Wall: Two Men, Two Wars, Two Destinies
by Mark ByfordAn unusual coincidence occurred early one morning at the most visited war memorial in the United States as a shaft of sunlight hit one of the 58,282 names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The name was Larry Byford. So begins a unique personal journey to discover the story of the name on the wall. Travelling more than 30,000 miles, from east Texas to Vietnam, Mark Byford learns about the lasting impact on Larry's siblings, friends and the comrades who were there with him on the day he died in the summer of 1967. He pinpoints why that time became the turning point of America’s most divisive war of the twentieth century.A Name on a Wall is a gripping true story that focuses on duty, heroism and fate. We learn not only about the tragic loss of Larry Byford, a draftee rifleman in Vietnam, but also the contrasting war story of the author’s own father, Lawry Byford, a draftee from Yorkshire, for whom the Second World War became the springboard for a new life filled with opportunities.Forty years after the final American combat troops left Vietnam, thirty years after The Wall was built to heal a nation, and in the light of the recent controversial wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, what lessons, if any, have been learnt through the ultimate sacrifice of the name on a wall?
The Name of an Angel
by Laura ThorntonClarissa Cornwall is a respectable university lecturer who has little time for romance until she encounters the insolently sexy Nicholas St Clair in her class on erotic literature. Suddenly her position – and the age gap between them – no longer matters as she finds herself becoming obsessed with this provocative young man. He likes playing power games and she begins to take more and more risks in an effort to satisfy her sexual appetite for his fit young body. But as the tables are turned, and Nick encourages Clarissa to explore her own erotic horizons, who actually ends up teaching whom?
The Naked Woman: A Study Of The Female Body
by Desmond MorrisThe human female form is the brilliant end-point of millions of years of evolution, loaded with amazing adjustments and subtle refinements. It is the most remarkable organism on the planet. At different times and in different places, human societies have tried to improve on nature, modifying and embellishing the female form in a thousand different ways. In this new study, people-watcher Desmond Morris turns his skill and attention to the female form and takes the reader on a guided tour 'from head to toe'. Highlighting the evolutionary functions of biological features that all women share, Morris explores the enhancements and constraints that human societies have developed in the quest for control and perfection of the female form. Written from a zoologist's perspective and packed full of scientific fact, fascinating anecdote and thought-provoking conclusions, The Naked Woman builds on Desmond Morris's unrivalled experience as an observer of the human animal.
Naked Truths: (Churchminster: book 2): a romantic, scandalous and sizzling rom-com – the perfect dose of escapism (Churchminister #2)
by Jo CarnegieIf you like Jilly Cooper, you will love this naughty, funny and deliciously addictive read from much loved author, Jo Carnegie.'Sexy, sassy and scandalous...Hilarious stuff!' -- Glamour'Packed with cheeky characters, dark secrets and delectable men...' - Heat'Just add bubble bath and Cava for the perfect night in' - Scarlet Magazine'A jolly good read' -- ***** Reader review'Saucy and funny as the first. I literally read it in a day!' -- ***** Reader review'It's got everything, great characters, fab story, sex and fun!' -- ***** Reader review*****************************************************RUMOURS CAN BE VERY REVEALING...Newly-weds Caro and Benedict have swapped country life in Churchminster for an exclusive London mews. It's blissful . . . until Benedict's sister arrives, bringing with her a dangerous secret.Fashionable socialite Saffron lives next door. She always thought the countryside was boring, but when she's invited to Churchminster, she's shocked to learn just how dirty rural life can get.Saffron's boss, workaholic editor Catherine, is fighting to save her ailing magazine. But her scandalous past threatens to destroy everything, especially when rugged builder John Milton strides into her life.Following a sexy, colourful cast through city and country, Naked Truths is an addictive, funny, feel-good romantic romp.The Churchminster adventures continue in Wild Things. Have you read Country Pursuits, the first in the series?
The Naked Leader Experience
by David TaylorImagine if you simply could not fail. Where would you go? What would you do? Who would you be?There are no answers, only choices. Right here and now, as you hold this book in your hands, you have literally millions of choices open to you. This has been true since the day you were born, and remains true until the moment you die. Yet, with so many choices and decisions to make every day, how can you be sure you're getting it right every time?With The Naked Leader Experience David Taylor releases you for ever from doubt, uncertainty and the fear of failure, forever, as he helps you to choose the right paths to take - the ones that will lead you towards the fulfilment of your dreams and ambitions. Refreshingly free of jargon and hype, and packed with positive, practical advice, this invaluable guide will show you how to:* RECLAIM your birthright and be the very best that you already are...* REIGNITE your relationships and truly connect with others...* REINVENT your organization and unleash the awesome potential that lies within you and your team...No matter what your age, experience, or the challenges you face, The Naked Leader Experience will serve to remind you of your unique strengths and abilities - and that your future is in your hands. So, if you're ready to accept this inspiring invitation to personal and professional transformation - ready to shape your own destiny - please stand up. Your time has come. Your life awaits you.
The Naked Flame
by Crystalle ValentinoVenetia Halliday is a go-getting entrepreneur who's trying to make it in London's fiercely competitive restaurant business. Her new chef - East End wide-boy Micky Quinn - is tricking his way into her business and her bed. He's cheeky, well-built, horny and confident - and Venetia's polished and calm appearance is being ruffled by his rogueish charm.Venetia is determined that her Camden Town restaurant will take the prestigious Blue Ribbon Award. But with barriers broken down in every area of her personal life and wild sexual abandon on the menu, can she keep her mind on the job on hand, or will her 'bit of rough' snatch the glory from under her nose?Black Lace erotic fiction - the best adult stories and erotic books for women
The Naked Drinking Club
by Rhona Cameron'It was dark when I came to. What woke me was the cold and the water on my legs. I was doing spoons with Scotty, me behind him. We were on a beach. We didn't speak for the first minute, we were so disorientated. I had to genuinely think very hard about where I was. Then I remembered I was in Australia.'It's the late eighties and 24-year-old Kerry has been drifting aimlessly through life in Edinburgh. Rarely having plans of any kind, she gets drunk and things happen: sex, drugs, parties, relationships, and, when she's really pushed, work.Setting off on a hastily arranged visit to Australia, Kerry packs only three items of clothing, a pair of flip-flops, two hundred pounds and her young persons' work visa. Soon broke, hungry and homeless, she joins ART, a likeable but mismatched band of travellers who sell dodgy oil paintings door-to-door in the suburbs. Young, beautiful and free, they drink wildly and live for the moment. Embarking on a riotous road trip together, their lives become deeply entangled, and the drinking spirals out of control. Eventually, Kerry is forced to admit that her journey to Australia isn't quite what it seems ...
Naked
by Kevin BrooksLondon, 1976: a summer of chaos, punk, love . . . and the boy they called Billy the Kid.It was the summer of so many things. Heat and violence, love and hate, heaven and hell. It was the time I met William Bonney - the boy from Belfast known as Billy the Kid. I've kept William's secrets for a long time, but now things have changed and I have to tell the truth. But I can't begin until I've told you about Curtis Ray. Hip, cool, rebellious Curtis Ray. Without Curtis, there wouldn't be a story to tell. It's the story of our band, of life and death . . . and everything in between.This characteristically gripping novel from award-winning author Kevin Brooks will rock you to the core.
Nairn's London (Penguin Modern Classics)
by Ian NairnTELEGRAPH BOOKS OF THE YEAR and OBSERVER BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2014'This book is a record of what has moved me between Uxbridge and Dagenham. My hope is that it moves you, too.' Nairn's London is an idiosyncratic, poetic and intensely subjective meditation on a city and its buildings. Including railway stations, synagogues, abandoned gasworks, dock cranes, suburban gardens, East End markets, Hawksmoor churches, a Gothic cinema and twenty-seven different pubs, it is a portrait of the soul of a place, from a writer of genius.
Nail That Interview: Answer tough questions, make the best impression, and get the job
by Tim VincentWith the jobs market more competitive than ever, how do you make sure you stand out from the crowd?In this game-changing new book, top recruitment consultant Tim Vincent reveals the secrets to successful interviews. Packed with insider insights, tips and advice, Nail That Interview covers everything you need to know to secure your dream job and build a rewarding career, including: · How to write a winning CV that reflects your skills, ambitions and values· How to prepare for interviews, from your outward appearance to your mental attitude· Tips on how to answer even the toughest interview questions· How to use the interview to launch a brilliant careerWith a step-by-step programme that puts you in charge of your future, Nail That Interview is the only careers advice you’ll ever need.
Nadya's Quest
by Lisette AllenA lavish erotic historical set in 18th Century Russia...St Petersburg. Summer 1788. The beautiful and decadent Russian capital is in a state of turmoil because the Empress Catherine, well-known for her lascivious appetite, is on the look-out for a new lover. And her entire court is indulging in the tantalising quest to find someone suitably young, handsome and virile.Nadya, newly arrived in the city on a quest of her own, soon finds herself drawn headlong into a web of intrigue and lust because, it seems, she has just found the perfect man: a gorgeous Swedish seafarer called Axel. Nadya wants him for a lover but so, too, does everyone else. Things are further complicated by escalating hostilities between Russia and Sweden and it isn't long before treachery and sedition add to the sexual tensions and intrigues already rife at the imperial court.
Nadiya’s Simple Spices: A guide to the eight kitchen must haves recommended by the nation’s favourite cook
by Nadiya HussainNadiya Hussain's latest cookbook unlocks a world of joyful flavour in your kitchen using only 8 simple spices.'Nadiya dishes up easy but delicious meals. All the recipes use the same eight spices, making cooking highly flavoured dishes a doddle. Its also easier on the pocket during the cost of living crisis' DAILY EXPRESSWhen it comes to spice Nadiya's family cooking is never complicated and always delicious. Now Nadiya wants to share with you how to use the 8 readily available spices she uses at home daily to cook her most-loved meals. The same spices that her Mum uses and her Nani used before her!Cardamom, fennel, cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, chilli, bay leaves and curry powder are all you need to create any recipe in this book.Get ready to make...Peshwari NaansBack-of-the-fridge PakorasYoghurt ChickenDaalCrispy Leek BiryaniNo-need-to-wait ChutneyBadam CheesecakeIced Caramel Bay TeaFrom beautiful breakfasts, midday lunches and staple recipes you won't live without again, to tips for the perfect saucepan of rice, your favourite middle of the table curries, vegetables, side dishes and sweets, you'll be confident in cooking extraordinary family food, filled to the brim with easy-to-achieve flavour.__________'Another fabulous offering from this prolific and inventive chef' Prima
Nadiya's Kitchen: Over 100 simple, delicious, family recipes from the Bake Off winner and bestselling author of Time to Eat
by Nadiya Hussain'National treasure' Independent Nadiya's first cookbook is filled with all of her favourite recipes for you to enjoy at home - from breakfasts to dinners to a cake fit for the Queen . . . Having fallen in love with Nadiya and her outstanding bakes on 2015's Great British Bake Off, readers can now discover all her favourite recipes. With chapters ranging from 'Lazy Sunday Mornings' to 'Midnight Feasts', 'Snacks and Sharing' to 'Dessert for Dinner', you'll find ideas for any time of the day, and for all the family. Nadiya offers innovative twists on traditional classics and failsafe recipes for many staple meals and bakes, including . . . · Best Fish Finger Butty· Crumpets with Salted Honey Butter· Wellington Sausage Rolls· Cod and Clementine Curry· Mustardy Kale Mac and Cheese· Popcorn, White Chocolate and Peanut Slice· And of course,'Her Majesty's Cake', based on the delight she created for the Queen's 90th birthday.'She's baked her way into our hearts and hasn't stopped since' Prima