When he’s not negotiating his way around a sand bar, there’s nothing a sailor likes more than propping up the bar – and telling tall tales and saucy jokes.The World’s Best Sailing Jokes is the ultimate collection of nautical naughtiness, quayside quips and high-seas hilarity for everyone from salty sea dogs to the youngest yachtsmen.

Now available as an ebook.A collection of jokes with a holiday theme from Edward Phillips:Office manager: ‘Will you ever forget that marvellous weekend we spent in Paris?’Secretary: ‘How much are you offering?’‘We are now passing one of the biggest breweries in Ireland,’ announced the guide on a coach trip.‘Why?’ protested a voice from the back

Sick as a parrot becasue the big match has been cancelled or the TV’s broken down? Then this brilliant collection of the very best football jokes ever will soon have you over the moon – and rolling in the aisles.A group of flies were playing football in a saucer, using a lump of sugar as a ball. One of them said, ‘We’ll have to do better than this, lads – we’re playing in the cup tomorrow!’Whether you are a football widow or a fanatical follower of the game, an aspiring Wor...

Now available as an ebook. The follow-up to The World’s Best Drinking Jokes.This collection of drinking jokes is aimed at anybody who is either fond of a drop, or knows someone else who is.

The book begins by outlining the origins of privateering and its role in international relations, detailing how it was used as a strategy by nations to augment their naval forces without the direct expense of maintaining large fleets. Statham examines the letters of marque, which were official licenses granted to privateers, allowing them to capture enemy ships and seize their cargo. He discusses notable privateers, their exploits, and the impact they had on trade and warfare during period...

The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors. From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure. Among them is Edward Phillips Oppenheim.

The cunning and mysterious John Savage intercepts Mr Hovesdean and his lovely daughter Sadie following a lengthy journey from America to visit Sadie's fiancée Lord Harborough in London. When the pair find John Savage awaiting them their suspicions are aroused, and soon prove to be correct as they find themselves at the centre of a villainous plot. Full of twists and turns, this is a thrilling tale of intrigue and ruin from the prolific author E. Phillips Oppenheim.

Originally serialised in 'Harper's Bazaar' in the early 1900's, 'Aaron Rodd, Diviner' is a mystery novel from author E. Phillips Oppenheim. Lawyer Aaron Rodd receives a visit from the enigmatic Harvey Grimm, and it soon becomes apparent that the two have a shared past. A tale of spies, thievery and even a touch of romance; this is a thrilling short story from the well-loved author.

Mr. Alfred Burton, although he was blissfully and completely ignorant of the fact, stood at the door of Fate. He was a little out of breath and his silk hat was reclining at the back of his head. In his mouth was a large cigar which he felt certain was going to disagree with him, but he smoked it because it had been presented to him a few minutes ago by the client upon whom he was in attendance. He had rather deep-set blue eyes, which might have been attractive but for a certain keenness i...

Set in an imagined future of 1950, 'The Wrath to Come' by author E. Phillips Oppenheim was written shortly after WWI. Secret Service agent Grant Slattery has been tasked with uncovering a plot against America being planned by Russia, Germany, and Japan. Slattery must not only uncover the plot but also thwart it, with the help of British Prime Minister Lord Yeovil. Will Slattery complete his mission before it is too late? 'The Wrath to Come' is a classic thriller, full of twists and turns, ...

First published in 1915, 'The Double Traitor' by E. Phillips Oppenheim is set in the weeks leading up the outbreak of WWI. Stationed in Berlin, young British diplomat Francis Norgate finds himself drawn into the world of espionage after overhearing a secret conversation on a train. Full of danger, double agents, and conflicting loyalties, this is a gripping tale, as well as a fascinating insight into the mood of the time.

The solitary and mysterious Mr. Brown has rented a small cottage on the grounds of Thaller Court. When Sir Geoffrey Kyneston is found murdered close to the cottage, Mr Brown is the obvious suspect. Why was Sir Geoffrey murdered? And who is to blame? Full of unexpected twists and turns, this is a classic murder mystery from popular author E. Phillips Oppenheim.