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  Flint - a lithic love letter

  Joanne Bourne

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  'A very British love-letter to the beauty of flint' Daily Telegraph
  Joanne Bourne has been in awe of flint as long as she can remember.
  It was all around her where she grew up in Kent: used for garden walls, to edge drives and weight dustbin lids, as well as to build pubs, churches, Roman villas and castles. For centuries it was the only building stone available.
  It is also magical. Made from the remains of plankton and sea sponges, it is second only in hardness to a diamond and can be used to make fire. Part of human development for three million years, it was used as a weapon to hunt and in war, and hung as protection against thunderbolts and fairies.
  In a deeply personal love letter to this extraordinary 'biogenic' rock, Bourne traces its geological, architectural and social history and invites us to roam with her in search of it on her beloved North Downs.
  Fusing science, poetry, history and a profound love of landscape, this is her heartfelt, thoroughly persuasive tribute to the stone she calls 'an art project of the great divine'.

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  Conquest Marches On - A Norman...

  Mr Punch

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  Set during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, where every story promises a 'Thousand Thrills!', with ingenious plots, full of twists and surprises, driven along with exciting action and tongue in cheek humour. 
    
  Norman Conquest is off to the theatre, when our fast talking, hard hitting adventurer finds himself accused of assaulting a pretty young lady on the underground.  It’s only when our hero “1066” discovers that the young lady is the victim of a mysterious blackmailer known as “The Voice”, that he marches into yet another hell-for-leather action packed adventure in search of the baddies. 
    
    
  “It is pure 1930s, when the hero did say to the villain: "Good grief! You're a cold blooded killer!" and the heroine did affectionately call her hero "a cockeyed chump!" To all concerned “Jolly good show, chaps.”  The Times 
    
  “Christopher Cazenove seems to relish his role as Norman Conquest, a hero about who dashing is the least that could be said! Atmospheric and great fun for those who prefer older-style detectives.”  Daily Express  
    
    
  Also available as part of the THRILLER PLAYHOUSE BOX SET, eight episodes featuring Max Carrados, Norman Conquest and Ben from the popular BBC Drama series.  
    
    
  Cast 
  Christopher Cazenove as Norman Conquest 
  Bonnie Langford as Pixie 
  Richard Davies as Chief Inspector Williams 
  Colin Spaull as Mandeville Livingstone.    
  Jack Klaff as “The Voice” 
  Hetty Baynes as Mary Langford 
  Gavin Muir as Mr Chester 
  Steve Hodson as Walt 
  Richard Tate as Beetle 
  & full supporting cast

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  Called to Create - Dramatized...

  Adam Blanford, Tobias Hunter,...

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  Have you ever felt called to create something? Have you felt that nudge that becomes a desire? Then that desire becomes ambition, and then you’re almost compelled to complete what you started? 
  From the beginning of time, God has called His children to share the Good News. One group of individuals He especially loves to call is artists. Looking at the sweeping majesty of a fiery sunset, or the delicate perfection of a single flower, I know that God is an artist. He uses beauty to share His love, and He calls artists to create beauty through their many mediums to spread His Word. 
  Called to Create is a collection of audio dramas about artists throughout history who heeded God's call to use their talents to connect His children, share His love, and glorify His name.  
  When God calls, the artist listens. 
  Featuring stories based on the following artists: Genesius of Rome, James Tissot, Gabrielle Bossis, Sarah Fuller Flower Adams, Dorothea Sayers, and Tony Fontane. 
  Performed by a Full Cast: 
  Emma Faye,  
  Adam Skousen,  
  Ana Clements,  
  Richard Crossman,  
  A.J. Shuck,  
  Lillian Rachel,  
  Mike Lenz,  
  Lance Danton,  
  PJ Freebourn,  
  Lisa Negrón,  
  Judith Bareham,  
  Ian Lahlum,  
  Cutler Hollist,  
  Julie Hinton,  
  Ali Gifford,  
  Charlotte Chiew,  
  Riley Bishop,  
  Tucker Bishop,  
  Dane McLean,  
  Rocky McLean,  
  and Emma JoAnn

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  How To Raise Backyard Chickens

  Tammy Pasquarella

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  Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of backyard chicken farming with Tammy Pasquarella’s entertaining and informative book, ‘How to Raise Backyard Chickens.’ This eggscellent guide is packed with practical advice and a touch of feathery fun to make your chicken-raising journey truly eggstraordinary! Join Pasquarella as she cracks open the secrets of successful chicken keeping. With her witty and pun-tastic approach, she’ll have you clucking with laughter while learning the ropes of this fantastic hobby that can save you tons of cash. Heck, it can even make you extra money. From choosing the perfect breed to tips on becoming the best chicken parent ever, she’ll help you navigate the complexities of chicken with ease. And when the ‘coop’ hits the fan and your feathered friends fall ill, Pasquarella’s got your back. With her invaluable insights into chicken health and wellness, you’ll be able to handle and treat common ailments like a pro. From ‘fowl’ play to feather mites, she’ll help you navigate the challenges and keep your flock in tip-top shape. Pasquarella’s eggspert advice will guide you through the essentials, providing you with all you need to know about raising backyard chickens all ‘cooped’ into one place. The whole reason for writing the book was all the information was impossible to find! And it was oh so boring to read. This book, well, it’s different. It will have you truly ‘egg’-cited for the journey and leave you feeling like a true chicken whisperer. Whether you’re a city slicker turned chicken farmer or a seasoned pro looking for fresh insights, ‘How to Raise Backyard Chickens’ is for you. Pasquarella’s witty humor and practical advice make this book a cluckin’ good read for anyone with a passion for poultry. So, get ready to embark on a feathered adventure like no other!

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  Earth Covered Homes

  John Wilders

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  Earth-Covered Homes: A Beginner's Guide 
  Architect and Self builder John Wilder is back with another insightful beginners guide - this time on earth covered homes. 
  Explore the future of eco-friendly living with Earth-Covered Homes: A Beginner’s Guide. This comprehensive book introduces readers to the benefits of earth-covered homes, from energy efficiency to environmental harmony. Perfect for beginners, the guide breaks down key concepts of earth-sheltered architecture, explaining how these homes offer natural insulation, reduce energy costs, and blend seamlessly into the landscape.Practical tips on designSite selection adviceInspiring case studiesSustainable building materials cheat sheet 
  this guide helps you take the first steps toward creating your own eco-friendly home with detailed insight into every stage of the process. Whether you’re looking to minimize your carbon footprint or embrace a unique, nature-integrated lifestyle, this guide is your go-to resource for building and living in an earth-covered home. 
  Discover how earth-covered homes offer beauty, sustainability, and affordability—designed for the future but perfect for living today! 
  If you’ve ever dreamed of living more sustainably while reducing your energy bills and embracing a unique, eco-friendly lifestyle, Click "Buy Now" and take the first step towards making your dream home a reality!

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  Now Go - On Grief and Studio Ghibli

  Karl Thomas Smith

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  Grief is all around us. Even at the heart of the brightly coloured, vividly characterised, joyful films of Studio Ghibli, they are wracked with loss – of innocence and love, of the world itself and our connection to it. Whether facing the realities of death, the small and continual losses we encounter through our daily lives, or the anticipatory grief of the environment's ongoing decline, each has a distinct presence in these beloved films, with their own lesson to hold close in our lives, and comfort to be found.
  Now Go enters the emotional waters to interrogate not only how Studio Ghibli navigates grief, but how that informs our own understanding of its manifold faces. Touching on some of the cornerstone films and characters — from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away and beyond — and their intersections with his own life, the broader spectrum of loss, and how we can move forward, Smith invites us to consider how these beacons of joy offer us a winking light in the darkness.
  (Please note this title is unaffiliated with Studio Ghibli.)

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