Known for bestselling military science fiction, David Drake now takes aim at the reader's funnybone. Meet goblin paratroopers, Politically Correct space cops, and more, and laugh all the way to the gallows.[...]
Tells how the Harrington family and its tradition of distinguished service in the defence of the realm was founded, and how they discovered treecats. Weber is joined in Honor's universe by two leading science fiction writers, David Drake and S.M. Stirling.[...]
This title is - British Medical Association Book Awards 2009 - First Prize Winner in Basic and Clinical Sciences category. Based on the phenomenal artwork found in "Gray's Anatomy for Students, 2nd Edition", 350 brilliantly illustrated, full-colour flash cards allow you to test yourself on key anato[...]
"Hutchison's Clinical Methods", first published over a century ago, is the classic textbook on clinical skills. It provides an outstanding source of learning and reference for undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors. It seeks to teach an integrated approach to clinical practice, so t[...]
With its emphasis on light-infused interiors and fresh painted surfaces, Swedish interior design is easy to live with, traditional and yet contemporary in its appeal. Katrin Cargill distils the chief characteristics of a look that embraces the cool colours and modest proportions of Gustavian interio[...]
An evil Empire rules the north of Hafardine's single great continent.The task of saving the planet comes down to two men; if either man succeeds, it will have to be through the other's ruin.[...]
For 2,000 years, aliens have raided Earth, enslaving the best soldiers to do their dirty work for them throughout the galaxy. Now, in this long-awaited sequel to Ranks of Bronze, these proven warriors are about to throw off their shackles and strike back![...]
Ms. Midshipwoman Harrington" by David Weber: Before she saved the galaxy, she was "Ms. Midshipwoman Harrington," and then an encounter with "pirates" who were more than they seemed began Honor Harrington's Brilliant Career. Choosing Sides by David Drake: Lieutenant Huber stepped off the starship int[...]
On Venus, where survivors of the human race struggle to live in domed undersea Keeps, two determined soldiers--Ensign Brainard and Johnnie Gordon brave the treacherous web of intrigue in the Keeps and the perilous surface jungles to ensure the survival of all humankind, in an omnibus volume that con[...]
The forces of evil, both natural and supernatural, are poised to prey on the folk of the hamlets and hollows; witches, demons, and criminals of more than one century. But first they'll have to overcome some very unusual residents of the hills and valleys. One is David Drake's unforgettable creation,[...]
In the wake of the peace accord between the Republic of Cinnabar and the Alliance, former warriors Lt. Daniel Leary and Signals Officer Adele Mundy make a living escorting wealthy nobles on an expedition to a remote section of the universe and find themselves taking on winged dragons, jealous lovers[...]
Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories, this book tells the life story of the famous Elizabethan captain Francis Drake, from his humble beginnings to fame and fortune sailing the high seas and defeating the Spanish Armada.[...]
A biography of the British singer songwriter who died aged twenty six, having made three albums, all now recognised as classics.[...]
In 1950s Paris, Yves Saint Laurent and Karl Lagerfeld were friends, the rising stars of the fashion world. But by the late sixties, the city was invaded by a new mood of liberation and hedonism, and dominated by intrigue, infidelities, addiction and parties. Each designer created his own mesmerizing[...]
Bright, page turning stories that bring history to life, with historially accurate information and fact sections to reinforce learning. In this story, the daring tearaway Arthur Knucklebone finds himself working as a cabin boy for Francis Drake on the Golden Hind...but will his dancing really save t[...]
Accompanied by a dragon-calling spell, dragon riddles, and samples of dragon wings and dragon skin, a renowned dragonologist introduces young believers to the incredible world of these mysterious creatures where he ponders their many extraordinary abilities. 30,000 first printing.[...]
Provides directions for how to track dragons over different types of terrain, how to trap them, and how to train them.[...]