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In good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.The U-Boat was the pride of the German fleet, and the Nazi leaders knew how important was the success of their underwater warfare. Hitler gave orders that every U-Boat loss should be reported to him immediately. In August 1941, however, there was a loss for which Doenitz could not account. The submarine U-570 suddenly vanished off the face of the ocean. Some time later, German Intelligence received alarming reports that a ghost U-Boat was operating against her sister ships! U-570 had, in fact been "captured" by a British aircraft - one of the only two German submarines that ever surrendered - and she was now fighting the wolf packs as H.M.S. Graph. She actually sank another U-Boat.The author, peace-time writer and war-time naval officer, has had access to both British and German official records, and by tracking down survivors and hearing their first-hand accounts, has pieced together the… Read More

In good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.A.D. Hope has described Hal Porter as "the most distinctive and perhaps the most distinguished writer of short stories" in Australia. He is also a major novelist and this important volume makes available a revised edition of Hal Porter's first novel A Handful of Pennies as well as eleven of his brilliant stories.Included too are all the various versions of Porter's screenplay outline "The Jetty" (one of the segments of the Tim Burstall film Libido) along with the author's afterthoughts on the film and his subsequently written short story version.Hal Porter's autobiographical writings are represented by an extract from The Watcher on the Cast-Iron Balcony - regarded by many as his masterpiece - and there are poems and drawings which show his characteristic eye for detail.The section On Writers and Writing gives Porter's view on his own work and that of other Australian authors.

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Fresh out of university and in disgrace, Lexie Sinclair is waiting for life to begin. When the sophisticated Innes Kent turns up on her doorstep in rural Devon, she realises she can wait no longer, and leaves for London. There, Lexie carves out a new life for herself at the heart of bohemian 1950s Soho, with Innes by her side.
In the present, Ted and Elina no longer recognise their lives after the arrival of their first child. Elina, an artist, wonders if she will ever paint again, while Ted is disturbed by memories of his own childhood - memories that don't tally with his parents' version of events.
As Ted's search for answers gathers momentum, so a portrait is revealed of two women seperated by fifty years but linked by their passionate refusal to settle for ordinary lives.

In good condition - has markings from use - slight yellowing to some pages - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Staying ahead in the modern competitive environment requires flexibility and continual change. Old bureaucratic systems are increasingly being rejected in favour of project-based structures where people work together across disciplines and functions, creating greater adaptability.The Handbook of Project-Based Management is designed to help anyone managing projects implement strategic change and achieve objectives to a high standard.Chapters cover - the role of projects and those involvedguidance on how to manage the scope, organization and risk of a projectcomprehensive strategies for coping with project problemsThis book is unique since it is not specific to one industry. It will be an invaluable tool for all involved in the management of change.

Large print - in good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.When Cilla's beloved Aunt Lil died, it was a most unpleasant shock, when the terms of the old lady's will were revealed. Instead of the two girls sharing equally in a large fortune, everything - well, almost everything - was to go to Cilla. And not only that, for there were certain conditions as well. One was that Cilla should travel to the Seychelles; another that her affairs - and her money - were to be in the hands of two trustees. And worst of all, one of those trustees was to be the arrogant, argumentative Theo Randall, with whom Cilla had crossed swords the moment they met. What had Aunt Lil in mind?

In good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.What is it like to stake everything on a relationship based only on letters?Laila is desperate to escape life in the longhouse in her Malaysian village. Desperate enough to travel alone to Australia to marry Jim, a fruit-picker living in Renmark, South Australia.Jim hasn't had much luck with women - they've always given him a hard time. He pins his hopes on Laila changing all that. Marital bliss, a new life.But when Laila and Jim finally meet, they each discover the reality of the other, and things don't go as planned.

In good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Popular children's story by Brothers Grimm, Hansel and Gretel tells the story of two small children getting lost in forest and being found by a wicked witch, who wants to eat them. A Little Golden Book

In good condition - markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Hebe sits in the darkness and listens to her hypocritical grandparents and her older siblings discuss how her unexpected pregnancy must be terminated to avoid shame it will bring. Determined to raise her child, she flees into the night with only her mother's jewellery to support her.Twelve years later she is living happily alone in Cornwall, whilst her son attends an expensive private school. Hebe has harnessed her two great talents - cooking and making love - to make a living herself, but when the separate strands of her life become entangled the even tenor of her days is threatened, and her world changes forever.

In good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Set in Revolutionary France, this atmospheric novel explores the life of `La Belle Pamela'. As a child Pamela Sims is taken from England to the French court, where she is brought up in luxury as the illegitimate daughter of Madame de Genlis. Exploring how her past shaped the extraordinary lives of Pamela and her daughter, this novel captures the atmosphere of 18th-century France and the complexity of a world where your origins are everything.

In good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.George Hart, back in England following his heroics in the Zulu Wars, scarcely has time to gamble away his meagre fortune when he is summoned to a secret meeting in Whitehall. There, Prime Minister Disraeli himself asks George to undertake a dangerous mission to Afghanistan. Mistrust and dislike for the local ruler chosen by the British is growing and Muslim extremists threaten to overthrow the local government. The British cannot allow the loss of Afghanistan, which would put at risk India, the jewel in the Imperial crown. Although he suspects that the Establishment sees a part-Zulu officer as expendable, George can see that his dark skin will help him go undercover, and soon, accompanied only by a Pathan guide, he is descending the Khyber pass into a strange and violent land. On the way he meets Yasmin, an alluring Afghan princess, and together this unlikely trio find… Read More

In good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.In Astoria, Queens, the lively ethnic neighbourhood just across the river from Manhattan, a house is being haunted by the ghost of a nine-year-old girl in riding clothes. More than two decades before, she'd been abducted from stables in Brooklyn. Now it's up to Jack to uncover the truth of her story and liberate the pretty blond spirit. Perhaps the answer is in the odd little store called the Shurio Coppe? Ah, but that would be telling. Jack does things no human being should be able to do, but we watch, in horrified fascination, as the forces of evil seem about to triumph and fill the world with eternal darkness. And then - but you must read the book.

In good condition - ex library - has markings from use - due to differing weights on books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.When farmers cutting turf in a peat bog make a grisly discovery -- the perfectly preserved severed head of a young woman with long red hair -- Irish archaeologist Cormac Maguire and American pathologist Nora Gavin team up in a case that will open old wounds. Peat bogs prevent decay, so the decapitated young woman could have been buried for two decades, two centuries, or even much longer. Who is she? When was she killed? The extraordinary find leads to even more disturbing puzzles. The red-haired girl is clearly a case for the archaeologists, not the police. Still, her tale may have shocking ties to the present, and Cormac and Nora must use cutting-edge techniques to preserve ancient evidence. And the red-haired girl is not the only enigma in this remote corner of Galway. Two years earlier, Mina Osborne, the local landowner's Indian-born wife, went for a walk with her young son… Read More

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In very good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Building upon the highly regarded reputation of previous editions, Health Care & the Law, 5th Edition explains the legal process as it relates to the health care professional. In every situation the health care professional has available to them a range of potential actions, some acceptable and others detrimental. This book guides readers through the legal and ethical consequences of those actions, and assists them in forming their own procedures for best practice.This edition has been updated to reflect the rapid pace of change in the health law areas and includes new material on:• consideration by the courts of the civil liability legislation applying to negligence;• end-of-life decision-making including recent major decisions;• replacement of Work Choices legislation by Fair Work Australia, and the new national workplace relations tribunal; and• treatment of public health… Read More

In good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weight in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.• Does melatonin work for jet lag?• Why does winter make you sad?• How long should you wait before having a second child?• Does Vitamin E help prostate cancer?• Why do more people commit suicide when conservative governments are in power?In this fascinating book, well-known broadcaster Dr Norman Swan offers answers to these questions and many more.From asthma and allergy to sexual problems and weight-loss, this collection of articles from Norman Swan's popular Health Minutes on ABC NewsRadio canvasses the most up-to-date treatments for common health problems from the latest research worldwide. It also takes a look at cutting-edge knowledge that examines health problems brought about by our contemporary lifestyle, focussing in particular on obesity, work-related stress, travel sickness, bad nutrition and abuse of alcohol and other drugs.A down-to-earth explanation of current… Read More

In good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Since you are the sum of every cell in your body, it follows that if you eat healthy food you'll be looking after every cell, which means you'll be looking after your whole body. The result will be a body with loads of energy, a body that can fight off illness, and a body that looks wonderful.Healthy Cooking shows you how you can eat a healthy diet without being a crank about it. It explains how food is used by the body, why some of us are fat, what the ageing body should be eating, what to feed babies and toddlers, what sports-people should be eating.The author refutes they myths about dieting - she shows how you can lose weight and keep it off for the rest of your life without faddish and sometimes dangerous diets. By reducing your fat intake and eating more carbohydrates, fruit and vegetables, you'll find your energy levels will lift, you'll stop feeling sluggish, your spirits will soar… Read More

In very good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.For over 20 years, Jenny Craig has run a successful weight management business, helping millions of people worldwide live healthier lives and achieve their weight-loss goals. This cookbook is based on the Jenny Craig principles of sound nutrition, portion control and a healthy enjoyment of food.All the recipes are easy, tasty and nutritious, and made from ingredients you can pick up at the supermarket. Each recipe includes nutritional information detailing kilojoules, protein, fat, carbohydrates and fibre content. As well as the recipes, you'll find guidelines for healthy living, tips for encouraging kids in the kitchen, and ideas for entertaining.This is not just a book for those who are weight-conscious - it's a selection of fresh and easy-to-prepare recipes for anyone interested in healthy living.

In good condition - has markings from use - has slight yellowing to end pages - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.Unlock the secrets of beautiful skin with The Healthy Skin Diet! Whatever your skin type, whatever your skin condition, you'll find all the help you need right here. Whether you want to eliminate: acne * cellulite * dandruff * dermatitis * eczema * psoriasis * rosacea or simply fight the signs of ageing, the answers are in this book. You'll also learn how to ensure your children grow up with clear, problem-free skin. By following nutrionist Karen Fischer's eight-week program, you will change your skin for the better and put yourself on the path to a blemish-free future. Specific programs are also included to target each skin condition, while Karen's nutritious delicious recipes mean you have all the tools you need to start living a healthier more beautiful life today!

In good condition - has markings from use - due to differing weights in books, postage maybe adjusted at checkout.For over forty years John and Rosemary Hemphill have been involved in the cultivation, drying, blending and retailing of herbs and spices. They are leading authorities in this field and have written several books on the subject including the very popular Hemphill's Herbs their Cultivation and Usage.Hemphill's Herbs for Health shows how herbs can be used in preventative medicine and as a beauty treatment as well as giving information on companion planting and how to propagate, grow and care for herbs. There's a chapter on making gifts from herbs and a recipe section which concentrates on light, healthy dishes using fresh herbs.