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  The Secrets of the Titanic

  Paul-Henri Nargeolet

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  September 1, 1985. The RMS Titanic, which has been missing since April 15, 1912, is found in the North Atlantic where it lies at a depth of 3,821 metres. 
  Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a commander in the French Navy, directed underwater research of part of many expeditions to the wreck, from 1987 until his untimely death in 2023. 
  With hundreds of hours of diving to the liner and more than five thousand objects brought to the surface, including bottles of champagne, luggage and jewellery, the last secrets of the liner will be revealed, reliving the ship’s maiden voyage and tragic destiny. 
  Through the incredible story of his expeditions, Paul-Henri Nargeolet brings to life the Titanic, that of its passengers and its crew, and offers a unique point of view on this maritime disaster. 
  🌊🌊🌊Praise for The Secrets of the Titanic 
  'A thought-provoking look into one man's journey to the wreck of Titanic; sadly now sombre when reflecting that his last journey to the wreck would be his and several others first and last.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'The facts are interesting and the book has been well compiled. Very interesting read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'A gripping tale, very well told' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'I wish that the book was longer, really loved it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  'I recommend this to anyone interested in the Titanic' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  For fans of Walter Lord (Lonely Vigil), J. Kent Layton (Conspiracies at Sea), James W. Bancroft (The Rorke's Drift Commanders), and Bill Wormstedt (On a Sea of Glass).

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  The Life Cycle - 8000 Miles in...

  Kate Rawles

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  One woman's journey through South America - and the devastating story of our planet's disappearing biodiversity 
   
  Pedalling hard for thirteen months, eco adventurer Kate Rawles cycled the length of the Andes on an eccentric bicycle she built herself. The Life Cycle charts her mission to find out why biodiversity is so important, what's happening to it, and what can be done to protect it. 
   
  From the Pacific Ocean to rainforests and salt flats, Kate learns that armadillos can cross rivers by holding their breath, that Colombia has more species of birds than North America and Europe combined, and that in threatening species and ecosystems, we're tearing down our own life support system. En route, she witnesses the devastation of goldmining and oil drilling but finds hope in the incredible people working to regenerate habitats and communities. As she reaches the 'end of the world', she realises that to tackle biodiversity loss we all have a role to play. 
  'A gripping read for anyone who cares about what we're doing to the planet and how we can change it' DAVID SHUKMAN, FORMER BBC NEWS SCIENCE EDITOR 
   
  'Searing observations focused on our need to protect biodiversity - A tour de force' SIR TIM SMIT OBE, CO-FOUNDER OF THE EDEN PROJECT 
   
  'An informative, uplifting and truly important book' JONATHON PORRITT, AUTHOR AND CAMPAIGNER

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  New Welsh Review 135 (summer...

  Philippa Holloway, Satterday...

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  Bringing together the best of Wales' review-essays, including a comparison of new editions of nature classics, 'Back to the Land' by Pippa Marland. The books under review, Thomas Firbank's I Bought a Mountain and Margiad Evans' Autobiography take contrasting blustering and humble approaches to stepping over the sub/urban doorstep into nature. A showcase of new nonfiction, previewing forthcoming titles from some of Wales' key English-language publishers, exploring books on anti-Welsh media vitriol covering the early Manic Street Preachers, and historical flooding and the riches of an Eton-owned Benedictine fishery on the Gwent Levels. In original fiction: a wonderful story about a teenage boy on the cusp of bodily and emotional change, 'Trout', by Satterday Shaw, and a second, finely crafted story about the effect of geographical dislocation on teenage identity emergence, 'Another Place' by Philippa Holloway, set on Crosby beach. Plus Editorial by Gwen Davies and a new opinion feature, Last Page, by Richard Lewis Davies, in which the writers note that magazines in Wales are undergoing a transition, during which readers and subscribers will need to step up to the plate if a commitment to expressing – without interference - our particular place and time, is to be maintained.
  EDITORIAL
  Half-in, half-out Gwen Davies
  NONFICTION
  Bears at the Fridge: From Goldcliff to Whitson Preview extract from This Stolen Land by Marsha O'Mahony
  The Kinnock Factor: The Manics and Anti-Welshness Edited abridged preview from International Velvet by Neil Collins
  FICTION
  Another Place Story by Philippa Holloway
  Trout Story by Satterday Shaw
  ESSAYS
  Dark Formula Timothy Laurence Marsh on why reckless travel writing matters
  Books for Alien Girls JL George's personal and practical reflections on the role neurodivergence can and should play when writing fiction
  REVIEW-ESSAYS
  Back to the Land Pippa Marland on two nature memoir classics, one of hubristic bluster, the other humbly receptive
  'Queer Old Codgers' Claire Pickard on the portrayal of highly nuanced gay identities and history in recent nonfiction titles and a major short story anthology
  THE LAST PAGE
  Back to the Future Richard Lewis Davies on how a culture with ambition needs critics and readers

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  How to Lay an Egg with a Horse...

  Brian Bilston

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  Read by the author and poet, Brian Bilston.Why do we write poetry? Who should write it? And where do you even start?Well, Brian Bilston, one of the UK’s most hilarious and best-loved poets, is here to take us through the hows, whys and whats of reading, writing and enjoying poetry every day.With his characteristic wit and charm, Bilston accompanies us through the jungle of imagination to the source of inspiration, takes us under the bonnet of a sonnet and over the fear of literary devices. He gives us a whirlwind tour through the history of verse, and shows us why human poetry will always triumph over any attempts by AI.Showcasing over a hundred brand new poems, and including practical critiques of some of his greatest hits, every page is an immensely pleasurable deep-dive into the life-affirming craft of poetry and a passionate argument for why we should all pick up a pen.How to Lay an Egg with a Horse Inside is for anyone who loves words and all the things they can do.

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  Herb Gardening 101 - Cultivating...

  Gertrude Harris

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  There’s something uniquely satisfying about stepping outside your door and clipping a sprig of fresh rosemary for your roasted potatoes or plucking a handful of mint to stir into a summer drink. Herb gardening is one of the most rewarding ways to connect with nature, flavor your meals, and surround yourself with scents that calm the mind and uplift the spirit. Whether you're working with a sprawling backyard or a sunny windowsill, growing herbs is an accessible, enriching hobby that brings beauty, flavor, and even wellness into your daily life. 
  This book was written with both beginners and aspiring green thumbs in mind—people who want to grow herbs but aren’t quite sure where to begin. Maybe you’ve tried to keep a basil plant alive on your kitchen counter and it didn’t last the week. Or perhaps you’re dreaming of a lush herb spiral filled with lavender, oregano, and thyme. No matter where you're starting from, this guide will walk you through every step with clarity, encouragement, and practical advice. 
  Herbs are among the easiest plants to grow, yet their uses are incredibly diverse. They elevate meals, support natural remedies, perfume the home, attract pollinators, and even deter garden pests. What’s more, they ask for very little in return—a bit of sunlight, well-drained soil, and the occasional trim. With a little knowledge and care, your herb garden can flourish indoors or out, in containers or raised beds, on a balcony or backyard plot.

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  Cats with Character - Writer's...

  Tyler Mudrey, Diana McLeod, Lisa...

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  “Authors like cats because they are such quiet, lovable, wise creatures, and cats like authors for the same reasons.” -Robertson Davies. So many of our greatest authors have had cats that it seems a cat is next to the pen in importance to writers. Similarly cats have appeared all through great literature and all through more mainstream modern entertainment. This book tells the stories of these cats in story, and of their writers.

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