A young British war widow embarks on a dangerous journey that will change her life, and those of countless others, in this gripping, emotional novel by the author of The Fuhrer's Orphans.Helen Fairfax is a ferry pilot and the mother of Peter, aged six. From Monday to Friday she flies from factories to airfields, then returns to the family farmhouse where her parents look after the boy. She feels torn being away from her son so much, but after her husband di...

In June 1916, Field Marshal Lord Kitchener set sail from Orkney on a secret mission to bolster the Russian war effort. Just a mile off land and in the teeth of a force 9 gale, HMS Hampshire suffered a huge explosion, sinking in little more than fifteen minutes. Crew and passengers numbered 749; only twelve survived. Kitchener's body was never found.Remembered today as the face of the famous First World War recruitment drive, at the height of his career Kitchener was fêted as Britai...

This is a captivating romance novel meticulously crafted by Tie Jin. Set in the era of the Galactic Council-a time of highly advanced technology infused with elements of fantasy-the novel follows the Huamei Federation after it joins the Galactic Council. While citizens are strictly prohibited from carrying thermal weapons such as gunpowder firearms, the truly powerful are able to demonstrate astonishing strength.

A penniless, ugly loser with nothing to his name sounds the trumpet of his comeback! Er, a good-for-nothing young man plagued by nightmares, stumbles upon a secret Japanese military underground warehouse. From then on, terrifying incidents and eerie figures follow him like a shadow. Not only does he find himself entangled with beautiful women of both Chinese and Japanese descent, but he also shares an endless, intense bromance with two mature men with extremely kinky tastes... Thus begins ...

A young British war widow embarks on a dangerous journey that will change her life, and those of countless others, in this gripping, emotional novel by the author of The Fuhrer’s Orphans.Helen Fairfax is a ferry pilot and the mother of Peter, aged six. From Monday to Friday, she flies from factories to airfields, then returns to the family farmhouse where her parents look after the boy. She feels torn being away from her son so much, but after her husband died in t...

"The Ox - Breeds of the British Isles" is an essay by David Low, published as part of the "Domesticated Animals of the British Islands" series. This fascinating and profusely-illustrated essay explores the history of the British ox, with information on its various breeds, hunting, historical uses, domestication, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the wildlife of the British isles, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allie...

"The Sheep - Breeds of the British Isles" is an essay by David Low, published as part of the "Domesticated Animals of the British Islands" series. This fascinating and profusely-illustrated essay explores the history of the British sheep, with information on its various breeds, selection, domestication, management, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the wildlife of the British isles, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of al...

"The Dog - Breeds of the British Isles" is an essay by David Low, published as part of the "Domesticated Animals of the British Islands" series. This fascinating and profusely-illustrated essay explores the history of British dogs with information on the various breeds, breeding and selection, historical uses, training, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the animals of the British isles, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections o...

"The Hog - Breeds of the British Isles" is an essay by David Low, published as part of the "Domesticated Animals of the British Islands" series. This fascinating and profusely-illustrated essay explores the history of the British pig, with information on its various breeds, breeding and selection, historical uses, domestication, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the wildlife of the British isles, and it would make for a fantastic addition to col...

Internationalisation of the contemporary university has become a pervasive and powerful development theme during the past three decades. In many countries, higher education is now a major export industry. The UK has longstanding experience of overseas student recruitment, international partnerships between universities and trans-national education. It has led the world in the development of the quality assurance of overseas activities.This collection of essays brings together artic...

"An Introduction to Machine Drawing and Design" by David Allan Low serves as a comprehensive guide for students and professionals in the field of engineering and design. The book emphasizes the importance of machine drawing as a fundamental skill in engineering, providing clear explanations of various drawing techniques, standards, and conventions. Low's approach combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to enhance their ...

"The Princess Galva: A Romance" centers around the character of Princess Galva, a beautiful and spirited young woman of noble lineage. The novel is set in an unspecified, picturesque European kingdom, characterized by its old-world charm and political intrigue.Princess Galva is betrothed to a man she does not love, a common scenario in royal marriages designed to solidify alliances and strengthen political power. However, Galva's heart belongs to another—a courageous and honorable commoner...