` Some battles change nothing. Waterloo changed almost everything.` On the 18th June, 1815 the armies of France, Britain & Prussia descended upon a quiet valley south of Brussels. In the previous three days the French army had beaten the British at Quatre-Bras & the Prussians at Ligny. The Allies were in retreat. The blood-soaked battle of Waterloo would become a landmark in European history, to be examined over & again, not least because until the evening of the 18th, the French army was close to prevailing on the battlefield. Now, brought to life by the celebrated novelist Bernard Cornwell, this is the chronicle of the four days leading up to the actual battle & a thrilling hour-by-hour account of that fateful day. In his first work of non-fiction, Cornwell combines his storytelling skills with a meticulously researched history to give a riveting account of every dramatic moment, from Napoleon`s escape from Elba to the smoke & gore of the battlefields. Through letters & diaries he also sheds new light on the private thoughts of Napoleon & the Duke of Wellington, as well as the ordinary officers & soldiers. Published to coincide with the bicentenary in 2015, Waterloo is a tense & gripping story of heroism & tragedy
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” Reading Brodsky`s essays is like a conversation with an immensely erudite, hugely entertaining & witty (and often very funny) interlocutor”. (” Wall Street Journal”). ” Watermark” is Joseph Brodsky`s witty, intelligent, moving & elegant portrait of Venice. Looking at every aspect of the city, from its waterways, streets & architecture to its food, politics & people, Brodsky captures its magnificence & beauty, & recalls his own memories of the place he called home for many winters, as he remembers friends, lovers & enemies he has encountered. Above all, he reflects with great poetic force on how the rising tide of time affects city & inhabitants alike. ” Watermark” is an unforgettable piece of writing, & a wonderful evocation of a remarkable, unique city. Winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature. ...

Claire has everything she ever wanted: a husband she adores, a great apartment, a good job. Then, on the day she gives birth to her first baby, James tells her that he`s having an affair. Claire is left with a beautiful newborn daughter, a broken heart, & a body that she can hardly bear to look at. So, in the absence of any better offers, she decides to go home to her family in Dublin. Sheltered by the love of her quirky family, & the attention of an incredibly attractive younger man, Claire gets better. A lot better. In fact, so much better that when James slithers back into her life, he`s in for a surprise. ...

This transparent water & dust proof wallet is ideal for those working or relaxing around water, or dust for that matter. It can be used to store keys, cash, credit cards, mobiles, passports & other valuables that would fit in your pocket. & it can be worn either around the neck using the neck cord, but possibly spoiling your tan lines, or around the waist with the included belt. The pouch is submersible to 15ft/5m, keeps out dust, sand & water, & will float. The case is sealed with a simple twist of the Aquaclip. It has a V-groove in one half & a raised V on the other. When the levers on the male half are turned they run up a ramp on the female half
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Turn your standard compact camera into a waterproof, dustproof & splashproof camera so you can capture all those unmissable moments. The optically-clear LENZFLEX material allows for super quality photos, even when taken underwater. The pouch is large enough for compact cameras without zoom, is guaranteed submersible to 15ft/5m & floats safely if dropped in the water. Plus an adjustable neck cord & desiccant to absorb condensation in humid conditions are also included. The case is sealed with a simple twist of the Aquaclip. It has a V-groove in one half & a raised V on the other. When the levers on the male half are turned they run up a ramp on the female half
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Waterproof Phone Pouch is a clear, 100% waterproof pouch in which to keep a mobile phone, or indeed any other similarly sized electronic device, dry & clean. The case has clear visual access which allows full use of the phone when sealed & comes with a carry/neck cord. ...

Designed for use with mobile phones & smartphones, this 100% waterproof case means that you can make calls, send & receive messages & access apps without risk of water damage. The `roll `n` seal` Velcro closure protects devices while still allowing full operation of the controls. The convenient neck cord secures the device on your person for total peace of mind. Ideal for water-based activities & beach sports, this waterproof pouch also protects against contamination from sand or dirt. Waterproof up to 1m / 3ft. ...

This transparent case is great for protecting all but the biggest of phones & GPS devices from water & dust. The thin, malleable material means you can operate your handset as normal & sound is not affected. The pouch can be taken down to a depth of 15ft/5m, will float if you drop it, has foam padding on the rear side for extra comfort & grip, & a neck cord & carabiner are included to help attach the pouch to your person or boat. The case is sealed with a simple twist of the Aquaclip. It has a V-groove in one half & a raised V on the other. When the levers on the male half are turned they run up a ramp on the female half
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A phenomenal worldwide bestseller for over forty years, Richard Adams` spellbinding classic Watership Down is one of the best-loved novels of all time, & resonates just as vividly today as it did nearly half a century ago. With a new four-part BBC adaptation planned for Christmas 2018, in collaboration with Netflix & voiced by stars including John Boyega, Rosamund Pike, Olivia Colman & James Mc Avoy, this beautiful new heritage edition will be treasured by children for years to come. Design features of this classic edition will include gold foil, head & tail bands & a beautiful gold ribbon, making this the ideal gift for Christmas & beyond. ...

Water always adds interest to a walk in the country, & here is Hampshire, blessed with so many wonderful rivers. There are the Greats
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