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This is a vivid eye-witness account of the total transformation within only 30 years of a Bedouin society into a country with the world's highest per capita income. He speaks with great frankness about his own life and career and about the role of British in his country.Mohammed skillfully weaves the story of his own successful business career with that of the development of Abu Dhabi to which he has himself made a significant contribution.

Author: Mohammed A.J. Al Fahim

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The Mighty Queens of Freeville is Amy Dickinson’s memoir about returning to her hometown of Freeville, New York, after the breakdown of her marriage. Raising her daughter as a single mother, Dickinson reflects on the generations of strong women in her family and the support she received from her mother, grandmother, aunts, and neighbours. Combining personal stories with humour and honesty, she explores family relationships, resilience, motherhood, community, and the lessons learned from the women who helped shape her life. The memoir is both a tribute to family bonds and an account of rebuilding a life after disappointment and change.

Author: Amy Dickinson

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Certain Islands by David Divine is a collection of essays exploring the unique character and independence of various islands. Rather than focusing solely on their geography, the book highlights their "inviolable identities," examining islands chosen for their specific roles in history—ranging from places of discovery, war, and terror to refuge, piracy, and mythology.

Author: David Divine

**One loose picture plate. Otherwise still in overall very good condition.

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The definitive first volume in J.T. McNish’s acclaimed historical trilogy on the South African diamond fields, The Road to El Dorado offers a sweeping, immersive chronicle of the legendary 1869 diamond rush. This essential work of Africana meticulously details the chaotic birth of the diamond mining industry along the Vaal and Orange Rivers, charting the dramatic transformation of the arid northern Cape veldt into a bustling hub of global wealth. Richly illustrated with rare historical black-and-white plates and featuring a detailed fold-out map mapping the original 1870 diamond farms, this true first edition is a cornerstone text for collectors, genealogists, and military or regional history enthusiasts. Struik 1968 First Edition.

Author: James T. McNish

**Good Vintage Copy - please note this book has a distinctive old, sweet scent resembling vanilla - not unpleasant. 

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A fascinating, tremendously insightful journey into the hidden creative world of Nobel laureate J.M. Coetzee. Utilizing exclusive access to Coetzee's private manuscripts, notebooks, and early research papers, author David Attwell reveals the intense, self-critical precision that shaped some of the greatest novels of our time. J.M. Coetzee and the Life of Writing traces how these famous works evolved over dozens of drafts, proving how deeply rooted Coetzee's fiction is within the landscape, complex history, and political conflicts of South Africa. An essential read for every serious lover of South African literature.

Author: David Attwell

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A comprehensive guide aimed at parents that challenges prevailing "false value systems" in society and offers twelve practical, research-informed strategies designed to nurture self-esteem in children from infancy through development. Dr. Dobson provides actionable instructions for protecting children from the negative impacts of feelings of inferiority, managing damaging external judgments, and fostering kindness.

Author: Dr. James Dobson

**The outer page edges show distinct insect wear, resulting in a jagged, uneven margin profile. There is also a small, isolated pinhole near the edge. Otherwise in good condition. Pages inside are clean.

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This highly collectible 1964 Folio Society edition of Scott's Last Expedition compiles the poignant journals of Captain Robert Falcon Scott during the ill-fated 1910–1913 Terra Nova Expedition. Bound in striking blue linen cloth with a gold-gilt polar coordinate motif, it includes an introduction by famed explorer Sir Vivian Fuchs, bridging two eras of polar exploration. The text is enriched by historical black-and-white photographs and detailed route maps on the endpapers. Featuring a blue top stain, this volume is essential for collectors of maritime history and fine press books.

Author: Captain Robert Falcon Scott

**Very good vintage condition

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The work collected here is drawn from lectures, essays and journalism. Ranging in tone from academic speculation to bare-knuckle polemic, with the occasional gleam of personal reminiscence, they interweave to form a vision of a decade in which the habits of centuries were hurled, by choice, into reverse. Defining the role of the writer in society was no longer an abstract theme to stir debate, but a pressing and dangerous necessity. The world of letters had to confront the urgent need to open up the franchise, hand over the levers and the engines of power: the need to reinvent an entire continent.

Author: André Brink

**Note: One page has pencil notes. Overall in a good condition.

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The ultimate sanity-saving guide for busy parents looking to boost their child’s math confidence. Here are 101 simple tips, games and activities to make practising maths enjoyable and engaging - for you and your child.

Author: Rob Eastaway & Mike Askew

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Discover the epic history of the world's largest ocean in this captivating narrative. Ian Cameron chronicles the physical creation of the Pacific before honoring its true discoverers: the skilled Polynesian navigators. The text details the high-stakes expeditions of Spanish, Dutch, British, French, Russian, and American explorers battling brutal polar weather and vast distances. It unflinchingly recounts the excesses of the traders, whalers, sealers, and missionaries who followed, causing devastating cultural collapse and disease across the islands within a century.

Author: Ian Cameron

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Decades ago, Bauval shocked the scientific community with his Orion Correlation Theory, proving that the Giza pyramids were aligned precisely with Orion's Belt. In The Egypt Code, he takes his cosmic detective work to the next level, revealing a hidden, vast blueprint that spans the entire geography of the Nile Valley.

Author: Robert Bauval

**Dust jacket has stains on inside top and bottom. The back board is only slightly affected. Inside pages and the rest of book in excellent condition.

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When the kids say, “I’m bored! There’s nothing to do!” turn to FamilyFun - My Great Idea for quick crafts, easy activities, and instant inspiration. Compiled directly from the trusted readers of FamilyFun Magazine, this book is packed with tried-and-true advice on making more family time, establishing traditions for weekdays and birthdays, and introducing games that teach kids to be thoughtful. From making daily routines run smoothly to ingenious tips for controlling clutter and encouraging kids to pitch in with chores, this volume is an indispensable guide for any modern household.

Author: Deanna F. Cook & Charlotte Meryman (compiled from the editors of FamilyFun Magazine)

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Illuminating their mysteries, myths, sacred rituals, and hieroglyphic writings, Egyptian Mummies brings the ancients to life. In an easily accessible and lively style, noted Egyptologist Bob Brier gives the complete historical context of ancient Egyptian culture and a contemporary interpretation and synthesis of it.

Author: Bob Brier

**Dust jacket has water stain on inside on top. Book itself unaffected and in great condition.

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Step into a vibrant cultural history with Polish Customs, Traditions, & Folklore by Sophie Hodorowicz Knab. This unique reference volume provides a fascinating, month-by-month accounting of the major feasts, holidays, religious occasions, and cultural milestones observed across the centuries. Perfect for families wanting to pass down their heritage or readers exploring Slavic roots, this specialized guide details historical rituals, superstitious beliefs, farming customs, and wedding ceremonies. This beautiful Gift Edition features an introduction by Rev. Czesław M. Krysa and includes traditional Polish games and pastimes for children.

Author: Sophie Hodorowicz Knab

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A sweeping, definitive account of world history over the last ten centuries, written by an acclaimed Oxford don. In Millennium, Felipe Fernández-Armesto presents a brilliantly integrated global history that tracks the rise and fall of dominant global powers—from medieval Asian dynasties to the modern Atlantic era. Packed with unparalleled academic erudition, this magnificent, panoramic book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand how regional cultures collided and evolved to shape our modern world.

Author: Felipe Fernández-Armesto

**Condition Note:** The first 30 pages contain scattered pencil notes and underlining. Note the markings on front end papers.

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