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  Death of a Sandscratcher

  Mandy Morton

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  Hettie  and Tilly find themselves plunged into a spate of fairground murders as a carefree vacation turns into a holiday nightmare 
   
   
  Hettie and Tilly book themselves into the Sandscratchers Villa for a seaside holiday. The feline duo find themselves plunged into a spate of alarming fairground murders as a carefree vacation turns into a holiday nightmare. 
   
   
  As the deckchairs unfold and the ice creams melt, they face their most baffling case yet, but first they must find the bodies! 
   
   
  Join Hettie and Tilly as they attempt to unravel yet another darkly humorous case for The No. 2 Feline Detective Agency.

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  Tristram Shandy

  Laurence Sterne

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  "Tristram Shandy" is a satirical and comedic novel that explores the life and adventures of its protagonist, Tristram Shandy. The narrative is characterized by its unconventional structure, including extensive digressions, metafictional elements, and a playful engagement with the reader. The novel is considered a groundbreaking work in the development of the English novel and is known for its wit, humor, and innovative narrative techniques.

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  Tales of Wonder - Twenty dark...

  Lord Dunsany

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  Written in the dark days of World War I, join Lord Dunsany as he spreads the dreams that we cannot leave to die.Dunsany was the most influential writer in the genre that came to be known as fantasy, which his stories set trends for that continue to this day.Come along, for a dream of a mystical London, bawdy jokes that offend ghosts, swapping sins in Paris, and the strange tale of Why The Milkman Shudders As He Perceives The Dawn.In this collection of twenty stories, you’ll find adventures at sea and the edge of the world, of Ali Baba come to the industrial hills of the Black Country, and take flight with strange run and gnome-brewed wines.Dunsany was an influence on Tolkien, Lovecraft, Gaiman, Borges, Clarke, Moorcock, Yeats, Le Guin and many more besides. Worlds of monsters and magic, of strange names and stranger tales, were all born in Dunsany’s work.

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  Rock and Roll Children - An 80's...

  Sean Frazier

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  It was the best of times, it was the worst of times... it was the 80's! 
  A fictionalized retelling of somewhat real events about a boy and his band. We didn't have any money, we didn't think we had a future, all we had was the music. A coming of age tale in the era of spandex, big hair and Reganomics.

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  Hot Barrels! - Shooting...

  J. C. Jeremy Hobson

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  Anyone who has been at all involved in game shooting for any length of time will, over the years, have undoubtedly gained a great deal of knowledge regarding how to shoot a high pheasant, train a gun dog, use 'best practice' incubation techniques and run a shooting day with expertise. Tried and tested, such knowledge is proven and sound, but have you ever had cause to ponder on some of the lesser-known realities and possible myths connected to many other aspects of the sport? Ponder no more for, in this book can be found the answers to almost any and every shoot day-related question that you've ever wanted to know. Within its covers are exposed the superstitions of some game shots and keepers; commonly held beliefs explained; 'facts' declared fallacies and, conversely, theories that might, on first hearing, seem somewhat suspect, given credence as a result of scientific research. Can, for instance, a grouse fly faster than a partridge? Is it that, as it seems, a pheasant's hearing becomes more astute as the shooting season progresses – and could, as has often been claimed, a pheasant on the south coast of England during World War One have actually heard the sounds of military fire many miles away across the English Channel? Why was Napoleon once chased by rabbits and why might today's gamekeepers be interested to know of an Act passed by Henry VIII in 1566? Keepers and shoot captains alike will certainly be interested to read as to whether or not it's true that some strains of pheasants are more likely to wander over the boundary than others, whilst those with dogs will want to know if, as is sometimes claimed, 'a good gun dog can ever be a bad colour'. The truth behind the origins of some items of sporting clothing are explained, as are the reasons why one should never say goodbye to fellow Guns whilst standing on a bridge! In amongst it all, much mention is made of general rural life and weather lore. As to the latter, it seems that it's more worthwhile taking note of some of the old sayings than it is modern weather forecasters – particularly when attempting to shoot snipe in winter, or pigeons in the fog. There's no doubt that this, at times, somewhat quirky tome will be of widespread interest to all who love being out in the shooting field at no matter what level. Well researched, and with outstanding tongue-in-cheek illustrations from the incredibly talented Bryn Parry, Hot Barrels! is sure to inform, amuse, entertain and educate.

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  So Bad It’s Good: The Art of the...

  Mike Rampton

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  The Art of the Rubbish Joke isn’t just a collection of jokes—it’s a masterclass in the fine, underrated art of humorously bad comedy. 
  Packed with timeless dad jokes and fresh, laugh-out-loud material, this book has jokes for every occasion. Scattered among its treasure trove of jokes are fascinating subject spreads and features that explore the science and culture of comedy. 
  Why do these so-bad-they’re-good jokes work? What’s with the dad-joke phenomenon? And how can you write your own groaners that actually land? With sections spanning cheesy puns, funny fish jokes, and silly shaggy dog stories, there’s something for everyone here. Plus, spreads featuring hilarious insights into the world of joke-telling ensure this book is more than just your average joke book. 
  For dads, aspiring stand-up kings, and anyone looking to steal the room with an expertly delivered joke, this side-splitting guide delivers laughs on every page. 
  Subject Spreads: 
  · Cheese jokes. 
  · Fish jokes. 
  · History jokes. 
  · Animal jokes. 
  Feature Spreads: 
  · Jokes through history. 
  · Why jokes work. 
  · Why are rubbish jokes so good? 
  · How to write your own rubbish jokes. 
  · How to deliver a joke non-rubbishly. 
  · Why do Christmas crackers have jokes in? 
  · The dad/joke connection.

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