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  The Sea All Around - A passion...

  Richard Clubley

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  I'm not the only one with islomania – lots of people have the same affliction, for which there is no known cure, thank goodness. I have a similar affinity for boats and I think the similarity is that they are both tiny worlds, bounded by water.
  Richard Clubley makes no secret of his love of Scottish islands. In fact, it's his mission to spread the love through writing about all the islands he has visited. The Sea All Around is a very personal appreciation of these places – 'remote' to some, but the centre of the world for those who live there.
  Richard gets to the heart of island life, picking up on the particular character of each island he visits by making friends and learning about local history and lore, such as the story of the exploding float on Lunga, the ingenious defence of the garrison at Cairn-na-Burgh on the Treshnish Isles and the Battle of Bloody Bay on Mull.
  I still love a blank sheet of paper and the first sentence of a new island story.

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  Hunker - Brief Essays on Human...

  Michael Perry

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  Another in a series (including From the Top, Roughneck Grace, Million Billion, and Peaceful Persistence) of collected brief essays by New York Times bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry. "Although these pieces were written during times of unrest and pandemic, they drew on human connection," says Perry. "Week after week, slowly at first, and then regularly, I received messages, emails, comments, and sometimes even a handwritten note from readers who weren't looking to me for advice or a 'take' on the latest news blast or controversy or tragedy or variant. Instead they said they were grateful for a brief break from it all. Something to go with their morning coffee. Something to read before bed. Something heartfelt, something goofy. Something that was anything but that other thing. Something to lighten the hunker."

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  A Comic History Of Rome - A Wry...

  Gilbert Abbott À Beckett

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  Forget dusty textbooks and noble senators. The real history of Rome is a chaotic, blood-soaked circus of power-crazed maniacs, backstabbing politicians, and enough megalomaniacs in togas to outfit a farce. 
  Behind the marble pillars and glittering triumphs lay a world of two-faced demagogues and ruthless ambition. Gilbert Abbott A Beckett’s legendary Comic History of Rome drags the Eternal City’s glorious past into the gloriously witty gutter where it belongs. 
  This is history as the finest form of satire. Witness the original sibling rivalry between Romulus and Remus, which ended—like so much in Rome—in betrayal. From the daring escape of Cloelia from the Etruscan camp to the grim reality of the gladiatorial arena, no sacred cow is left unskewered. A Beckett’s narrative, both “compendious and correct,” guides you through the chaos with dry, avuncular wit, suggesting we take the reign of Romulus with “an entire cellar of salt.” 
  Now, listen as the venerable figures of antiquity are revived in all their farcical glory: eavesdrop on the Senate’s petty squabbles, follow Hannibal’s troublesome Alpine holiday, and endure the terrible poetry and even worse governance of Emperor Nero. The original illustrations are vividly brought to life through the narrator's sharp performance, preserving the unique charm of this classic. 
  So, don your metaphorical laurel wreath and ready your laughter. This audiobook invites you to experience the hilarious rise and fall of an empire—a story far richer, and funnier, than any textbook would ever dare admit.

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  One More Croissant for the Road:...

  Felicity Cloake

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  ‘Joyful, life-affirming, greedy. I loved it’ – DIANA HENRY 
  ‘Whether you are an avid cyclist, a Francophile, a greedy gut, or simply an appreciator of impeccable writing – this book will get you hooked’ – YOTAM OTTOLENGHI 
  The nation’s ‘taster in chief’ cycles 2,300 km across France in search of the definitive versions of classic French dishes. 
  A green bike drunkenly weaves its way up a cratered hill in the late-morning sun, the gears grinding painfully, like a pepper mill running on empty. The rider crouched on top in a rictus of pain has slowed to a gravity-defying crawl when, from somewhere nearby, the whine of a nasal engine breaks through her ragged breathing. 
  A battered van appears behind her, the customary cigarette dangling from its driver’s-side window… as he passes, she casually reaches down for some water, smiling broadly in the manner of someone having almost too much fun. ‘No sweat,’ she says jauntily to his retreating exhaust pipe. ‘Pas de problème, monsieur.’ 
  A land of glorious landscapes, and even more glorious food, France is a place built for cycling and for eating, too – a country large enough to give any journey an epic quality, but with a bakery on every corner. Here, you can go from beach to mountain, Atlantic to Mediterranean, polder to Pyrenees, and taste the difference every time you stop for lunch. If you make it to lunch, that is… 
  Part travelogue, part food memoir, all love letter to France, One More Croissant for the Road follows ‘the nation’s taster in chief’ Felicity Cloake’s very own Tour de France, cycling 2,300km across France in search of culinary perfection; from Tarte Tatin to Cassoulet via Poule au Pot, and Tartiflette. Each of the 21 ‘stages’ concludes with Felicity putting this new found knowledge to good use in a fresh and definitive recipe for each dish – the culmination of her rigorous and thorough investigative work on behalf of all of our taste buds. 
  This book is a special recreation of regional and ethnic French cooking, as Felicity Cloake travels across Europe, sharing her interest in food through engaging narratives and essays. Her passion for cooking and sports like cycling makes this book one of the best in its genre. 
  For fans of Anna Mcnuff (Barefoot Britain), David Lebovitz (My Paris Kitchen), Janine Marsh (My Four Seasons in France), Jane Bertch (The French Ingredient), and Samin Nosrat (Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat).

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  Principia Ethica

  George Edward Moore

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  George Edward Moore, usually known as G. E. Moore, (1873 – 1958) was a distinguished and influential English philosopher. He was, with Bertrand Russell, Ludwig Wittgenstein, and (before them) Gottlob Frege, one of the founders of the analytic tradition in philosophy.

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  City Scape The: A Modern Guide...

  CHELSEA KISAKI

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  Transform Your Life with Every Step 
  Embark on a life-changing journey that will redefine your concept of home with The City Scape: A Modern Guide to Moving. This comprehensive guide is not just a manual for relocation—it's a blueprint for crafting the life you've always dreamed of in a city that perfectly fits your ambitions and lifestyle. 
  Imagine unlocking the secrets to a seamless move and reinvention of yourself in a new urban landscape. Picture a life where every decision is meticulously planned, reducing the stress and amplifying the adventure. With this book, you will plunge into an ocean of vital information designed to make your move not just feasible but exhilarating. 
  Whether you're a seasoned mover or a first-time explorer, understanding your reasons for moving is where it all begins. Delve deep into your motivations and readiness in Chapter 1, setting a solid foundation for your journey. Chapter 2 will guide you through the labyrinth of researching potential cities, offering indispensable tools and criteria that align with your unique preferences and needs. 
  Financial peace of mind is critical, and Chapter 3 provides a thorough cost of living analysis and budgeting strategies. Experience the thrill of planning with Chapter 4, where you'll navigate timelines and decide between hiring professionals or doing it yourself. 
  Chapter 5 is your survival guide for settling into your new city, from finding the perfect accommodations to building an essential support network. Navigate the delicate balance of old and new relationships with the invaluable insights in Chapter 6. Finally, embrace your new community and culture with the adaptive strategies found in Chapter 7.

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