Lawrence's finest, most mature novel initially met with disgust & incomprehension. In the love affairs of two sisters, Ursula with Rupert, & Gudrun with Gerald, critics could only see a sorry tale of sexual depravity & philosophical obscurity. Women in Love is, however, a profound response to a whole cultural crisis. The 'progress' of the modern industrialised world had led to the carnage of the First World War. What, then, did it mean to call ourselves 'human'? On what grounds could we place ourselves above & beyond the animal world? What are the definitive forms of our relationships
- love, marriage, family, friendship
- really worth? & how might they be otherwise? Without directly referring to the war, Women in Love explores these questions with restless energy. As a sequel to The Rainbow, the novel develops experimental techniques which made Lawrence one of the most important writers of the Modernist movement.

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Women in Sport celebrates the success of the tough, bold & fearless women who paved the way for today`s athletes. The sportswomen featured include well-known figures like tennis player Serena Williams & broadcaster Clare Balding, as well as lesser-known pioneers like Gertrude Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel, & Keiko Fukuda, the highest-ranked female judoka in history. From the creator of the bestselling Women in Science, this richly illustrated book highlights the achievements & stories of fifty notable sportswomen from the 1800s to today, including trailblazers, Olympians & record-breakers in more than forty sports. It also contains infographics on topics such as muscle anatomy, pay & media statistics for female athletes, & influential women`s teams. ...

In an unnamed Middle Eastern city, four women from different social & cultural backgrounds tell their story. There is Suha, an educated Lebanese woman brought to the desert by her husband; Tamr, who must fight against male rule to educate herself; Suzanne, captivated by the men & the mystery of the Arabian desert; & Nur, in fierce pursuit of lovers (male & female) & foreign adventures
- but her husband has her passport. All four women struggle in a society where women cannot drive a car, walk in the streets unveiled, or travel without male permission. It is a society where sex, due to its constraints, becomes an obsession. These women are treated to every luxury except that which they truly desire
- freedom.

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The apparent glamour of the Indian Raj continues to fascinate long after the British quit the subcontinent. But along with the beauty of the Indian landscape & the privilege of servants & holidays in hill stations, British women in that vanished world faced challenges & fears that came from being an alien ruling minority. These women were at the heart of the imperial enterprise. It was their role to support the men’s work, raise the children & attempt to replicate British society thousands of miles from home. They struggled in the face of heat, illness, loneliness & boredom as well as different customs, languages & religions. The distinguished historian & bestselling author Margaret Mac Millan, drawing on letters & memoirs, novels & interviews, brings vividly to life their experiences – humdrum, extraordinary, light-hearted, tragic – at the height of the Raj, from the 1850s to Indian independence in 1947. ...

Throughout the twentieth century & long before, hundreds of determined British women defied the social conventions of their day in order to seek adventure & influence on the world stage. Some became travellers & explorers; others business-owners or buyers; others still devoted their lives to worthy international causes, from anti-slavery & women`s suffrage to the League of Nations & world peace. Yet until 1946, no British woman could officially represent her nation abroad. It was only after decades of campaigning & the heroic labours performed by women during the Second World War that diplomatic careers were finally opened to both sexes. Women of the World tells this story of personal & professional struggle against the dramatic backdrop of war, super-power rivalry & global transformation over the last century & a half. From London to Washington, Geneva to Tehran, & in the deserts of Arabia, the souks of Damascus & the hospitals of Sarajevo, resolute women undaunted by intransigent officials & hostile foreign governments proved their worth. Moved by a longing to escape domestic redundancy, to follow in the footsteps of fathers or brothers, to build a more peaceful world, to discover cultures other than their own or simply to serve the nation which denied them full equality, these women were extraordinary individuals fighting prejudice in high places. Drawing on letters, memoirs, personal interviews & government records, these heroines caught up in the larger endeavours of the world`s greatest empire are brought vividly to life to enrich our understanding of Britain`s global history in modern times. ...

Many of us are happily familiar with Indian curries, but Curries of the World widens the feast with curries from all over Asia, including Thail&, Malaysia, Indonesia & Vietnam. There are slow-cooked rich curries that only taste better on the second or even the third day, & fresh light curries with surprising new flavours. Add to that an array of tantalising accompaniments & home-made curry pastes to delight the taste buds & you have the complete curry source book. ...

Women`s London is the only guidebook that focuses on the women who have shaped London through the centuries & the legacy they have left behind. This new book provides the perfect opportunity to explore sights, statues, plaques & buildings associated with famous & some not so famous women who have left their mark on London`s heritage, culture & society. Their stories include scientists & suffragettes, reformers & royals, military & medical pioneers, authors & artists, fashion & female firsts.. . & more. The author, a popular London tour guide & lecturer, specialises in women`s history & has provided a series of original self-guided walking tours taking you to historic areas where important women lived, worked & are commemorated. Illustrated with new full-colour photography & specially commissioned maps, Women`s London will inspire visitors & Londoners alike to discover how much London owes to women. ...

Felix, the resourceful feline that survived an epic journey trapped in a shipping container from the Middle East to Britain. Scarlett, the brave mother that went into a burning building five times to rescue her kittens. Oscar, the care-home cat that predicts when residents are about to pass on & comforts them in their final hours. How much do you really know about the abilities of domestic cats? Whether they`re using up one of their nine lives to make a lucky escape or demonstrating unusual talents, cats are full of surprises. From loyal moggies to courageous life-saving kitty heroes & extraordinary survivors, ” Wonder Cats” contains heart-warming & moving tales that demonstrate the astonishing powers of remarkable felines. ...

From the bright red & blue of Wonder Woman`s costume to the rich greens & yellows of her homel&, Themyscira, the adventures of this Amazonian Super Hero are awash in colour. Filled with classic covers & stunning scenes, this action-packed colouring book contains ready-to-colour illustrations of one of DC Comics` most iconic characters. Featuring many of the greatest artists in DC Comics` history & their interpretations of Wonder Woman`s memorable adventures, this incredible book offers hours of creative fun. ...

The world`s most popular female super hero returns to the big screen in Wonder Woman. This kit captures the huge audience for the enduring icon of empowerment for girls & women of all ages. It

Includes:: a 3 1/2” Wonder Woman figure featuring audio of 10 different motivational phrases, plus a 48-page book titled The Wonder Woman Way, complete with full-colour artwork. Kit
Includes:: * 3-1/2” Wonder Woman bust * Audio of 10 different empowering phrases * 48-page book titled The Wonder Woman Way with full-colour illustrations throughout


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