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  Dear Bill Bryson - Footnotes...

  Ben Aitken

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  FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE ACCLAIMED THE GRAN TOUR AND THE MARMALADE DIARIES
  
  
  An irreverent homage to the '95 travel classic.
  
  'It would be wrong to view this book as just a highly accomplished homage to a personal hero. Aitken's politics, as much as his humour, are firmly in the spotlight, and Dear Bill Bryson achieves more than its title (possibly even its author) intended.' Manchester Review
  
  
  In 2013, travel writer Ben Aitken decided to follow in the footsteps of his hero - literally - and started a journey around the UK, tracing the trip taken by Bill Bryson in his classic tribute to the British Isles, Notes from a Small Island.
  
  
  Staying at the same hotels, ordering the same food, and even spending the same amount of time in the bath, Aitken's homage - updated and with a new preface for 2022 - is filled with wit, insight and humour.

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  German Short Stories for...

  Language Mastery

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  STOP TRANSLATING IN YOUR HEAD—START THINKING IN GERMAN 
  You've tried apps. You've downloaded grammar guides. You've even watched German shows with subtitles. 
  But when someone actually speaks to you in German? Blank stare. Awkward smile. "Uh... sprechen Sie Englisch?" 
  Sound familiar? 
  Here's what nobody tells you: You don't need more grammar rules. You need to hear how Germans actually talk. 
  That's exactly what "German Short Stories for Beginners" gives you—over 100 real conversations Germans use every single day, wrapped in stories that actually stick in your brain. 
  Inside this audiobook: 
  ✓ Real dialogues from cafés, trains, shops—not textbook scenarios nobody uses 
  ✓ Stories that hook you so you'll actually finish (unlike that dusty workbook on your shelf) 
  ✓ Grammar that clicks naturally—no boring drills, just context that makes sense 
  ✓ Comprehension checks so you know you're getting it right 
  ✓ Vocabulary lists of words Germans use constantly (not "the elephant is blue") 
  Whether you're preparing for a trip to Munich, connecting with German relatives, or relocating to Berlin—this audiobook meets you where you are. 
  No shame if you're starting from zero. No pressure to memorize conjugation tables. Just press play during your commute, workout, or coffee break. 
  The secret? Your brain absorbs language through stories and context—the same way you learned English as a kid. Not through rules and drills, but through listening and repetition that doesn't feel like work. 
  Stop saying "someday I'll learn German." 
  That trip won't wait. Those relatives won't be around forever. That job opportunity in Berlin? Someone else will take it. 
  CLICK "BUY NOW" AND START YOUR FIRST STORY TODAY. YOUR FUTURE GERMAN-SPEAKING SELF WILL THANK YOU.

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  Ring the Hill

  Tom Cox

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  A hill is not a mountain. You climb it for you, then you put it quietly inside you, in a cupboard marked 'Quite A Lot Of Hills' where it makes its infinitesimal mark on who you are. Ring the Hill is a book written around, and about, hills: it includes a northern hill, a hill that never ends and the smallest hill in England. Each chapter takes a type of hill - whether it's a knoll, cap, cliff, tor or even a mere bump - as a starting point for one of Tom's characteristically unpredictable and wide-ranging explorations. Tom's lyrical, candid prose roams from an intimate relationship with a particular cove on the south coast, to meditations on his great-grandmother and a lesson on what goes into the mapping of hills themselves. Because a good walk in the hills is never just about the hills: you never know where it might lead.

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  Hidden History of Old Charleston

  Margaret Middleton Rivers...

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  From the Lowcountry's first recorded duel to old-fashioned summers at the "hottest spot in town," this book will captivate you with stories of people, events, and places that have all but vanished from memory. Find out the real history behind some of Charleston's beloved mansions and learn about the early plantations and their owners. Join the authors as they relate the riots and romance, the preservation and politics—and even a ghost story—from Charleston's hidden history.

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  World of Guinness

  Rory Guinness

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  The perfect gift book for Guinness lovers, served here.
  How did a beer from Dublin become a globally renowned symbol of Ireland?
  In 1759, Arthur Guinness left behind his family's small brewery in County Kildare to seek his fortunes in Dublin. After acquiring the ill-equipped St James' Gate brewery, he soon began to produce the Guinness stout that has become world famous.
  Rory Guinness, a direct descendant of the brewery's founder, has written the insider's guide to the world of Guinness. He surveys the family history, the unique brewing process, the brewery's distinctive industrial architecture and the beer's legendary advertising, revealing how Guinness and its people became interwoven into the fabric of Dublin life and created a brewing legacy that stretches around the world.
  This is also the story of a remarkable resurgence, because Guinness is now the bestselling beer in the UK, while Guinness Zero is reaching new markets. It is the official beer of the English Premier League, and a long-term partner of rugby's men's and women's Six Nations Championship.
  World of Guinness is a revised, expanded and redesigned edition of Rory Guinness's classic short introduction, illustrated with archival images, new photography of the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin and a selection of Guinness's witty advertisements. It is published in hardback for the first time and makes a perfect gift.

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  100 Amazing Facts about Norway -...

  Marc Dresgui

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  Discover Norway like never before with “100 Amazing Facts about Norway”! This extraordinary book takes readers young and old on a captivating journey through the wonders of Norway, a country rich in history, culture and natural beauty. 🇳🇴 
  Have you ever wondered:Why do the Northern Lights light up the Norwegian sky?What is the story behind the mighty Vikings and their conquests?How have Norwegian glaciers shaped the country's landscape?What secrets are hidden in the depths of the Norwegian fjords?How did Norway become a hydroelectric power superpower?Why are Norwegian forests considered nature sanctuaries?What is the meaning of ancient runic inscriptions found in Norway?How do Norwegian traditions and festivals celebrate light and the seasons? 
  This book is an invitation to explore and marvel:Educational and Inspiring: Each fact is a lesson in history, geography and science, presented in a fun and interactive way.For Young Explorers: Ideal for stimulating children's curiosity and imagination, encouraging them to learn more about the world.A Cultural Journey: Offers a deep immersion in Norwegian traditions, mythology and art of living.Environmental Awareness: Raises awareness among young readers of the importance of preserving nature and ecosystems.Easy Reading: Clear and accessible writing, suitable for a wide range of ages.An Ideal Gift: The perfect gift for children hungry for knowledge and adventure. 
  “100 Amazing Facts about Norway” is not just a book, it is an adventure on everypage, a window open to a fascinating country. Embark on an unforgettable journey to northern Europe and discover Norway's hidden treasures!

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