A fascinating chance to hear legendary boxer Henry Cooper talk about his life and career, in a selection of interviews taken from the BBC radio and TV archive.The interviews are: Desert Island Discs, BBC Radio 4 (first broadcast 16 May 1966, featuring Roy Plomley); Parkinson , BBC One (first broadcast 19 October 1974, featuring Michael Parkinson); Parkinson, BBC One (first broadcast 24 October 1979, featuring Michael Parkinson, Benny Green); Maestro

Four sports. Four friends. In Game Face, each girl gets to narrate her own story, focusing on their sport of choice. Whether it’s a softball tournament or a hockey tryout, Rana, Maya, Alana, and Louie each face their weaknesses and find their strengths. They’ll confront the overwhelming pressure of sports and the ups and downs of friendships. But with focus, perseverance, and support, these middle-schoolers won’t just win the big game, they’ll win over listeners! Aligned to Common Core sta...

Melissa Collins, just an ordinary girl, embarks on an extraordinary journey upon meeting Arkadin, a mystical being. As supernatural events unfold, she uncovers her powers and a family legacy of arcane secrets. Guided by Arkadin and her father, Melissa navigates this new realm, learning that her fate is entwined with ancient prophecies and destined battles against darkness. With magic, courage, and the search for identity at its core, this tale weaves a narrative of self-discovery against a...

Hunting zombies, after the Plague has decimated most of the world's population, can be a lot of fun with the right partner at your side. Maybe less fun when your partner gets bitten. That's what Luce thinks, at least. And a lot less fun when you've been secretly in love with him since you started in the business, too... Now, they're running out of time. But maybe they have just enough time for Luce to bare his feelings and make a declaration to Patrick, enough time for love before the dead...

Paul is a hot male nurse, but you wouldn't know it from the (lack of) action he's getting. Dumped by his sleazy boyfriend, and overworked at the hospital, he's got his eyes on sexy doctor Steve Kenricky. But is the interest mutual? Working together, maybe he's going to get an opportunity to find out...

In "The Imaginary Marriage," Cooper likely explores themes of love, relationships, and societal expectations. The title suggests that the novel may involve a plot centered around a marriage that exists only in the imagination or one that is unconventional in some way.While I couldn't find specific details about the plot of "The Imaginary Marriage," Cooper's writing style is likely characterized by its attention to detail, well-developed characters, and exploration of human emotions and mot...

A MASTERFUL WOMAN "Don't talk to me, miss," said her ladyship. "I don't want to hear any nonsense from you!" The pretty, frightened girl who shared the drawing-room at this moment with Lady Linden of Cornbridge Manor House had not dared to open her lips. But that was her ladyship's way, and "Don't talk to me!" was a stock expression of hers. Few people were permitted to talk in her ladyship's presence. In Cornbridge they spoke of her with bated breath as a "rare masterful woman," and they ...

This book covers a spectrum of topics that deal with: 1. who we are as created beings 2. How we spend our time 3. The love of God for us, and 4. Our departure from the world; “absent from the body, present with the Lord”. The composition of “man” is: 1. Spirit, 2. Soul and 3. Body, and this confuses even the well versed Christian. We are actually SOULS that have a spirit residing in a body. This is what Jesus died for, to save from destruction “that whosoever believeth in him shall not per...

Everything the Bulldog enthusiast could wish to know, gathered into one companionable volume - and the French Bulldog too. F. Barrett Fowler's classic covers both breeds from history to the show ring.First published in 1925, Bulldogs and All About Them is a substantial reworking of Henry St John Cooper's earlier Bulldogs, and treats the breed's early history, its standard, temperament, and the practical business of choosing stock, feeding, showing...

The techniques of casting are of crucial importance in our day-to-day lives, being used in the manufacture of diverse products ranging from dental implants and hip replacement joints, through bicycle frames and car engine parts, to the most exquisite items of sculpture and jewellery. Nevertheless, the prospect of casting can seem daunting to the home metalworker. Casting for the Home Workshop aims to demystify the craft and make it accessible to all. Topics covered include the history of c...

Reclaim your wellbeing and learn to master your emotions with the power of emotional intelligence.Are you tired of suffering from anxiety, stress, depression or worry? Do you want to take back control of your emotional health, practice self-healing, and unlock the world of emotions? Or do you want to develop your empathy and better connect with others? Then it’s time to try this book.Emotional intelligence is a profound and highly ...

In "The Origin and Meaning of Place Names in Canada," George Henry Armstrong embarks on an exhaustive exploration of the etymology and significance of Canadian toponyms. Through a meticulous analysis of historical documents, Indigenous languages, and colonial nomenclature, Armstrong illuminates how place names reflect the rich tapestry of Canada's cultural and geographical landscape. The book's literary style is scholarly yet accessible, deftly weaving together narrative storytelling with ...