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RISE OF THE PHOENIX THE STORY OF SPORT IN THE NEW SOUTH AFRICA AUTHOR: PETER JOYCE   Soft cover- book in excellent condition   Please always look at the pictures to see any faults with the item   Combined shipping welcome, Look at my other listings.      if unsure of the shipping please ask the seller a question * or contact the seller after the purchase Shipping can be combined to save costs. Buyers are welcome to collect. Shipping costs is according to Post Office rates. Post Office have changed their rates on the 1st of April 2018-. shipping up to i kg is now R55 per parcel in RSA., Postnet to postnet R99 for 5kg, thereafter a cost of R6 per kg.       

A mysterious master of evil whom the Bible calls the Antichrist will rise to power by peace, and by intrigue and clever deceit. The events detailed in this book are imminent and of great concern to everyone.

  Publisher: Littlehampton Book Service..., 1980 Edition: Hardcover Language: English About the book:   "Adolf Hitler was the most fanatical and dangerous leader of the 20th century. He brought the world to war which destroyed muc of Europe and most of Germany. The genocide provoked by his racial theories killed millions. The war he engendered killed millions more. Judith Steeh's reappraisal of the life of Hitler draws on fresh sources and incorporates all the latest historical research on the life and time of Der Fuhrer. Her fast moving and wellwrittten account of Hitlers's career throws new light on the man, his personality, psychology, political aims and his pursuit of power.........."

Book is Excellent inside. Foxing to front page and outer surface. Clean pages throughout. Dust cover good One tear top left and a little curling left bottom.Otherwise excellent condition. Title: Shaka Zulu: The Rise of the Zulu Empire Publisher: Book Club Associates, London Publication Date: 1971 Binding: Hard Cover Book Condition: Good Dust Jacket Condition: Fair

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days The Rise of Nine is the next thrilling instalment in the gripping Lorien Legacies series by Pittacus Lore. 'Number Four is a hero for this generation' Michael Bay, director of Transformers *** Until I met John Smith, Number Four, I'd been on the run alone, hiding and fighting to stay alive. Together we are much more powerful. But it could only last so long before we had to separate to find the others...I went to Spain to find Seven, and I found even more, including a tenth member of the Garde who escaped from Lorien alive. Ella is younger than the rest of us, but just as brave. Now we're looking for the others - including John. But so are they. I am Number Six. To finish what they started, they'll have to fight us first. Praise for Pittacus Lore: 'Tense, exciting, full of energy' Observer 'Relentlessly readable' The Times 'Tense, keeps you wondering' Sunday Times 'Set to eclipse Harry Potter and moody vampires. Pittacus Lore is about to become one of the hottest names on the planet' Big Issue The Rise of Nine is the third book in Pittacus Lore's Lorien Legacies series. The first book in his Lorien Legacies series, I Am Number Four, is now a major Disney motion picture, and along with The Power of Six and The Rise of Nine, perfect for fans of The Hunger Games. Features Summary Until I met John Smith, Number Four, I'd been on the run alone, hiding and fighting to stay alive. Together we are much more powerful. But it could only last so long before we had to separate to find the others... Author Pittacus Lore Publisher Penguin Books Release date 20131001 Pages 389 ISBN 0-14-104786-0 ISBN 13 978-0-14-104786-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Paul Kennedy's classic naval history, now updated with a new introduction by the author This acclaimed book traces Britain's rise and fall as a sea power from the Tudors to the present day. Challenging the traditional view that the British are natural 'sons of the waves', he suggests instead that the country's fortunes as a significant maritime force have always been bound up with its economic growth. In doing so, he contributes significantly to the centuries-long debate between 'continental' and 'maritime' schools of strategy over Britain's policy in times of war. Setting British naval history within a framework of national, international, economic, political and strategic considerations, he offers a fresh approach to one of the central questions in British history. A new introduction extends his analysis into the twenty-first century and reflects on current American and Chinese ambitions for naval mastery. 'Excellent and stimulating' Correlli Barnett 'The first scholar to have set the sweep of British Naval history against the background of economic history' Michael Howard, Sunday Times 'By far the best study that has ever been done on the subject...a sparkling and apt quotation on practically every page' Daniel A. Baugh, International History Review 'The best single-volume study of Britain and her naval past now available to us' Jon Sumida, Journal of Modern History Features Summary Paul Kennedy's classic naval history, now updated with a new introduction by the author This acclaimed book traces Britain's rise and fall as a sea power from the Tudors to the present day... Author Paul Kennedy Publisher Penguin Books Release date 20170121 Pages 464 ISBN 0-14-198382-5 ISBN 13 978-0-14-198382-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 13 working days Lord Byron described Greece as great, fallen, and immortal, a characterization more apt than he knew. Through most of its long history, Greece was poor. But in the classical era, Greece was densely populated and highly urbanized. Many surprisingly healthy Greeks lived in remarkably big houses and worked for high wages at specialized occupations. Middle-class spending drove sustained economic growth and classical wealth produced a stunning cultural efflorescence lasting hundreds of years.Why did Greece reach such heights in the classical period-and why only then? And how, after "the Greek miracle" had endured for centuries, did the Macedonians defeat the Greeks, seemingly bringing an end to their glory? Drawing on a massive body of newly available data and employing novel approaches to evidence, Josiah Ober offers a major new history of classical Greece and an unprecedented account of its rise and fall.Ober argues that Greece's rise was no miracle but rather the result of political breakthroughs and economic development. The extraordinary emergence of citizen-centered city-states transformed Greece into a society that defeated the mighty Persian Empire. Yet Philip and Alexander of Macedon were able to beat the Greeks in the Battle of Chaeronea in 338 BCE, a victory made possible by the Macedonians' appropriation of Greek innovations. After Alexander's death, battle-hardened warlords fought ruthlessly over the remnants of his empire. But Greek cities remained populous and wealthy, their economy and culture surviving to be passed on to the Romans-and to us.A compelling narrative filled with uncanny modern parallels, this is a book for anyone interested in how great civilizations are born and die.This book is based on evidence available on a new interactive website. To learn more, please visit: http://polis.stanford.edu/. Features Summary "Lord Byron described Greece as great, fallen, and immortal, a characterization more apt than he knew. Through most of its long history, Greece was poor... Author Josiah Ober Publisher Princeton University Press Release date 20160902 Pages 448 ISBN 0-691-17314-1 ISBN 13 978-0-691-17314-6

The Historical Atlas of Knights & Castles: The Rise and Fall of the Age of Chivalry IAN BARNES Large Format 399 pages. Great book in very good condition, though the dust jacket does have a small tear and slight wear. With over 140 stunning, high quality maps, plans and illustrations, this book brings the subject to life, revealing all aspects of knights and castles. In addition to looking at particular battles and conflicts, the book also examines the military hardware used by knights, with a section on the development of the arms and armor used by knights through the centuries. The different styles of castles from basic fortifications to more elaborate and impenetrable defenses are also discussed. Finally, it examines how the legacy of knightly romance is portrayed in contemporary orders of knighthood, and how the idea of knights and knighthood survives to this day in the realm of people’s fantasies.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 5 - 10 working days Rise above---nothing can stop you now You know the feeling. You ve got it going on---your hair s just right, your outfit looks amazing, and you know nothing can stop you. Here I come, world But what if you could experience that same feeling of contentment every day---no matter what? The secret lies in the book of Philippians. This Bible study will take you through the triumphs and struggles of the apostle Paul, helping you discover how to be content in all situations. As you experience challenges, see how Paul was able to rise above life s storms and stay focused on what s really important. In the process you'll find confidence to tackle whatever life throws your way. So bring it on " Features Summary Rise above---nothing can stop you now You know the feeling. You ve got it going on---your hair s just right, your outfit looks amazing, and you know nothing can stop you... Author Susie Shellenberger Publisher Zonderkidz Release date 20120811 Pages 160 ISBN 0-310-72842-8 ISBN 13 978-0-310-72842-9

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  The Poisoned Chalice:The Rise and Fall of the Post-isolation Springbok Coaches, Gavin Rich (Out of Print NEW) The Springboks have had several post-isolation coaches, and if they agree on nothing else, they will concur that everyone in the job suffers enormous pressure. Unlike coaches from other rugby-playing countries, they also face many obstacles outside of the game, such as South Africa’s complicated politics and the often unrealistic expectations of both the public and the media. It has been called a poisoned chalice, and everyone, from the first post-isolation coach, John Williams, to the incumbent, Heyneke Meyer, can attest to its veracity. Now, for the first time, their journeys are recorded in one book, and as part of one story. The Poisoned Chalice takes an in-depth look at each of the coaches in the post-apartheid years, and at the same time examines how the role has evolved over the past two decades. From the triumphs to the controversies, the boardroom to the rugby field, this book reveals exactly what it takes to be the Bok coach, and why each and every one of them, at some time or another in the toughest job in South African sport, lost it. A riveting, often revelatory and definitely controversial read!   » Author:                  Gavin Rich » Title:                     The Poisoned Chalice » ISBN:                    9781770225657 » Format:                 Softcover » Release Date:         October 2013 » Imprint:                 Zebra Press » Pages:                   312

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Benjamin Netanyahu is one of the longest serving Prime Ministers of Israel. For much of the world, Netanyahu is a right-wing nationalist zealot; for many Israelis he is a centrist who is too soft on Arabs and backs down too easily in a fight. Love him or loathe him, Netanyahu has been at the very centre of Arab-Israeli politics since 1990, when he became the telegenic Israeli spokesman for CNN's coverage of the Persian Gulf War, arguably ushering in the Americanization of the Israeli media. Netanyahu is famous for his TV skills, but there is so much more to reveal - good and bad - about the man and his place in Israeli, Middle Eastern and world political history. At present there is no major profile of Netanyahu in the English language, so the publication of this book is a landmark of considerable importance, especially as in March 2015 he was re-elected for a further term in office. Using the juncture of the Oslo Accords to take the reader back to Netanyahu's formative years, Neill Lochery, a renowned scholar of Middle Eastern politics and history, chronicles not only the Prime Minister's life but also the issues his career has encompassed, from the rise of militant Islam to the politics of oil; from the transformation of Israeli politics by the 24/7 cable news cycle to the US's changing role in the Middle East. Features Summary Benjamin Netanyahu is one of the longest serving Prime Ministers of Israel. For much of the world, Netanyahu is a right-wing nationalist zealot; for many Israelis he is a centrist who is too soft on Arabs and backs down too easily in a fight... Author Neill Lochery Publisher Featherstone Education Ltd Release date 20160928 Pages 400 ISBN 1-4729-2611-0 ISBN 13 978-1-4729-2611-1

 2007 / Hardcover / Good condition “In 2006, almost a hundred years after the founding of the National Party, the unthinkable happened: the once mighty party of apartheid collapsed into the African National Congress, its sworn enemy for almost a century. While a string of blunders saw party support plummeting, such a humiliating end was wholly unexpected. Is it true that the NP’s leaders had betrayed their supporters? What role did the NP play during the negotiations to ensure increased wealth among the black and white South African elite? And is greater material welfare enough to keep Afrikaners satisfied, or are we seeing a resurgence of Afrikaner nationalism in the “De la Rey” phenomenon? These and other issues are addressed in White Power & the Rise and Fall of the National Party. Vast in scope and details, this book provides an overview of South African politics and society from 1900 to the present, with particular focus on the last 15 years. It covers contemporary debates on apartheid abuses, the leaders’ betrayal, collaboration with the ANC and the De la Rey phenomenon. It will be of interest to all readers wanting to understand current politics, whether they supported or opposed the NP.”

Author(s): various - Abraham Cahan, Budd Schulberg, Daniel Fuchs et al; edited by Charles Angoff and Meyer Levin  Title:      The Rise of American Jewish Literature - An Anthology of Selections from the Major Novels  ISBN: 671 20369 X    Library of Congress Cat. No.: 74 - 101863   Publisher/place: Simon and Schuster, New York  This Edition: first   Year of Publication: 1970  Binding: hardcover Dustjacket: yes  Number of pages:  988  Weight:  1328g  Condition:  Dustjacket has wear and a large tear on the top of the spine section (see pictures), book itself in very good condition  - has been covered in plastic, by us, for further protection; folded only, no tape or adhesives used.      

The Mind of South Africa - The Story of the Rise and Fall of Apartheid - Alistair Sparks Softcover.  I send by Ordinary mail and supply a tracking number.   Because of postage costs it is sometimes better to to order more than one book, as I charge by weight and combine postage it is more cost effective.          

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days This book is intented to open the reader's mind to the spiritual world that has a structure like the pragmatic world we live in. The Throne that is the main feature in the book is a product of the previous age of Atlantis. Thousands of years later the Throne finds its way to the East Wing of a Lord's estate in England and becomes the key to finding this new spirtual knowledge. Through a gripping story of family life, love affairs and skullduggery people are able to discover the one thing all mankind wants to know and that is, Why are we here? Features Summary This book is intented to open the reader's mind to the spiritual world that has a structure like the pragmatic world we live in. The Throne that is the main feature in the book is a product of the previous age of Atlantis... Author David Francis Publisher Clovercroft Publishing Release date 20140613 Pages 409 ISBN 1-940262-16-X ISBN 13 978-1-940262-16-1

A revolution is taking place in the great marketplaces of the informal sector and it contains an unquantified scale and power as an economic engine and a way of life for the majority of our low income populations. The KasiNomic Revolution may still be a murmur in the streets, a grassroots economic groundswell, but it is the future of African economic activity. Kasi is the South African term for the township a teeming conurbation of homes and businesses, entertainment venues and social meeting places. GG Alcock uses the term KasiNomics to describe the informal sectors of Africa, whether they are in the township, a rural marketplace, at a taxi rank or on a pavement in the shadow of skyscrapers. Brought up in a rural Zulu community, GG has learnt and shares the lessons of African culture, language, stick fighting, lifestyle and tribal politics, along with shared poverty and community, which have prepared him for accessing the great informal marketplaces of Africa. He is uniquely placed to uncover the extraordinary stories of kasi businesses which not only survive but excel, revealing a revolutionary entrepreneurship which is mostly invisible to the formal sector. KasiNomic Revolution  is a story of kasi entrepreneurs on one side and, on the other, of great corporate successes and failures in the informal community. KasiNomic Revolution  is at once a business book, and at the same time a deeply human book about the people and lives of rural and urban informal societies. KasiNomic Revolution  is about the lessons of marketing, distribution, culture and modernity in an informal African world.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days In 1876, the U.S. Congress declared the locust "the single greatest impediment to the settlement of the country between Mississippi and the Rocky Mountains." Throughout the nineteenth century, swarms of locusts regularly swept across the American continent, turning noon into dusk, devastating farm communities, and bringing trains to a halt. The outbreaks subsided in the 1890s, and then, suddenly--and mysteriously--the Rocky Mountain locust vanished. A century later, entomologist Jeffrey Lockwood vowed to discover why."Locust" is the story of how one insect shaped the history of the western United States. A compelling personal narrative drawing on historical accounts and modern science, this beautifully written book brings to life the cultural, economic, and political forces at work in America in the late nineteenth century, even as it solves one of the greatest extinction mysteries of our time. Features Summary "In 1876, the U.S. Congress declared the locust "the single greatest impediment to the settlement of the country between Mississippi and the Rocky Mountains... Author Jeffrey A. Lockwood Publisher BasicBooks Release date 20050420 Pages 320 ISBN 0-465-04167-1 ISBN 13 978-0-465-04167-1

Few in Congress have accomplished more than David Bonior on behalf of average Americans. Whip is the story of how he did it. In Eastside Kid, the first volume of his autobiography, former Congressman David Bonior recounted the upbringing that formed his lasting principles: love of the underdog, a passion for social justice. In Whip, he tells us how he put those principles to work as a memberand a leaderof the US House of Representatives. David Bonior spent twenty-six years in Congress, compiling a record as one of Washingtons most effective progressives. Respected by his colleagues for both his personal integrity and his legislative savvy, Bonior was elected by his partys caucus to serve for eleven years as Democratic Whip, one step below Leader in the party hierarchy. From his arrival in Congress in 1977 Bonior was determined to make an impact. In the 70s he organized the effort in Congress to recognize the neglected needs of Vietnam veterans. In the 80s, he was Ronald Reagans most dogged congressional foe over US support for the Nicaraguan Contras. In the 90s he became the public face of opposition to NAFTA. No one was more responsible for the downfall of Newt Gingrichexcept perhaps Gingrich himself. And when Bill Clinton finally confessed his affair with Monica Lewinsky, it was Bonior who mobilized House Democrats to resist calls for the president to resign. Fueled in equal part by his working-class values and by the zeal for competition he developed as a star high-school athlete, Bonior never failed to fight the good fight. Bonior takes us backstage at Congress, where his brilliance as a legislative tactician helped turn ideas into law. But Whip is no dry, inside-the-Beltway recitation of names, dates, and bills. We are treated to vivid portraits of the people Bonior worked with, such as Speaker Tip ONeill and both Presidents Bush. And we learn that once upon a time, Republicans and Democrats socialized togetherat the White House Christmas party and the House gym. Key to the Bonior story was his ability, as a leading progressive, to keep winning reelection in a district renowned as the home of the Reagan Democrat. We see him meeting constituents at barbecues and farms, post offices and small-town parades. And we see his trademark, the pine seedling: In his quarter-century of electioneering and outreach, he distributed a million of them. Bonior trees still dot his district. Few in Congress have accomplished more than David Bonior on behalf of average Americans. Whip is the story of how he did it. Extensively illustrated with 85 black and white photographs. David E. Bonior is contributing funds from the sale of this book to Mikva Challenge (www.mikvachallenge.org) David Bonior was my mentor when I came to Congress. -- Senator Bernie Sanders David Bonior never hesitated to take on the powerful on behalf of the powerless. How did this boy from Detroit grow up to become one of the most progressive legislators Congress has ever seen? Read Eastside Kid and find out. -- Congressman John Lewis by David E. Bonior (Author) Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Hardcover: 640 pages Publisher: City Point Press (February 20, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 1947951025 ISBN-13: 978-1947951020 Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 2.1 x 9.3 inches Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Published in 2009 Softcover in a very good condition - as good as new! Non - Library book! ISBN 978 1 86842 352 1    

 1 st Edition, 1980, hardcover with dust jacket, 192 pages. This book is in a good condition.

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The only study at the time of the kombitaxi industry and the socio-economic and political issues around it. Softcover. English. South African Institute of Race Relations. 1990. ISBN: 0869823698. 127pp. Good condition in softcover. The first page synopsis has some parts underlined in pen otherwise clean. Book No: 2502500

Publisher: Cresset Press (1983) ISBN: 0712624007 Condition: Very good. DJ has some rubbing and edgewear, with small sticker to front, and sticker residue to rear. Slight water damage to the bottom edges of pages toward binding, but no text or illustration affected. Light foxing to top edge of textblock. Binding: Hardcover with DJ Pages: 224 Dimensions: 25.7 x 19.5 x 2cm SKU: IZ2582 Weight: 0.9kg Price: R90.00 +++ by Flora Thompson +++ Please see photo for synopsis of book.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days The first in Jeff Kinney's side-splitting series, join Greg Heffley as he's thrust into a new year, and a new school, where undersize weaklings share the corridors with kids who are taller, meaner and already shaving. I'll be famous one day, but for now I'm stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons. Desperate to prove his new found maturity, which only going up a grade can bring, Greg is happy to have his not-quite-so-cool sidekick, Rowley, along for the ride. But when Rowley's star starts to rise, Greg tries to use his best friend's popularity to his own advantage. Recorded in his diary with comic pictures and his very own words, this test of Greg and Rowley's friendship unfolds with hilarious results. Laugh until you cry at all of Greg's hopeless shenanigans. Diary of a Wimpy Kid has got millions of kids reading and laughing at (but mostly with) the famous Greg Heffley. If you're on the lookout for a funny children's book for 7+, especially a book for reluctant readers, you can't go wrong with the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Praise for Jeff Kinney: 'The world has gone crazy for Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - The Sun 'Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet' - Independent 'The most hotly anticipated children's book of the year is here - Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - Big Issue 'Hilarious' - Telegraph Features Summary This was Mom's idea, not mine. But if she thinks I'm going to write down my "feelings" in here or whatever, she's crazy. The only reason I agreed to do this at all is because I figure later on when I'm rich and famous... Author Jeff Kinney Publisher Puffin Release date 20080729 Pages 217 ISBN 0-14-132490-2 ISBN 13 978-0-14-132490-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Cycling is hugely popular nowadays. Since 2003 more than 100 million bikes have been produced each year, more than twice the amount of cars. And in 2011, more than 741,000 people cycled to work, an increase of 90,000 from 2001. The Splendid Book of the Bicycle is a wide-ranging celebration of the bicycle and cycling, incorporating social history, sport and science. It covers the bicycle's invention and subsequent historical development, stories of intrepid early cyclists who travelled the world, the 20th-century popularity of cycle touring, and the depiction of bicycles in films, books and art. It examines the sport of cycling, including histories of the Tour de France and the other great European races, the Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana, and goes on to explore velodrome-based cycling and the rise of BMX and mountain biking. It investigates the science behind balance and aerodynamics, and covers the future of bicycles, including innovative flying, floating and electric bikes. It also touches on the technical aspects of bicycles, including an exploded diagram of a typical bike and tips for basic maintenance of your own bike. Beautifully illustrated with vintage and modern images, this book is a perfect gift for both bike obsessives and general readers. Word count: 35,000 words Features Summary A sumptuous, wide-ranging guide to cycling, full of practical information but with a huge sense of fun, packed with evocative images from the history of cycling. Author Daniel Tatarsky Publisher Portico Books Release date 20160811 Pages 192 ISBN 1-910232-56-4 ISBN 13 978-1-910232-56-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Part of the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIES - Why was the Battle of the Nile so decisive in the French Revolutionary Wars? - Why did the French believe they were unassailable? - And why did Nelson and the British win? TRACK the revolutionary roots and dramatic turning points of the British Royal Navy's glorious victory over the French naval expedition to Egypt. From Napoleon's rise to prominence to Nelson's celebrated tactical leadership, discover how this significant battle changed the face of the French Revolutionary Wars. THE BATTLE THAT CHANGED THE BALANCE OF POWER IN EUROPE Written by historian, archaeologist, and broadcaster Sam Willis, Nelson: Battle of the Nile is a thrilling and accessible account of the naval battle that established Nelson's fame. Features Summary Part of the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIES - Why was the Battle of the Nile so decisive in the French Revolutionary Wars? - Why did the French believe they were unassailable? Author Sam Willis Publisher Michael Joseph Release date 20190207 Pages 56 ISBN 0-7181-8858-6 ISBN 13 978-0-7181-8858-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days "Neal Asher's books are like an adrenaline shot targeted directly for the brain."--New York Times bestselling author John Scalzi Humanity, artificial intelligences, and monstrous aliens clash over control of deadly technology in this explosive beginning to Neal Asher's newest Polity series. In a far corner of space, on the very borders between humanity's Polity worlds and the kingdom of the vicious crab-like prador, is an immediate threat to all sentient life: an accretion disc, a solar system designed by the long-dead Jain race and swarming with living technology powerful enough to destroy entire civilizations. Neither the Polity or the prador want the other in full control of the disc, so they've placed an impartial third party in charge of the weapons platform guarding the technology from escaping into the galaxy: Orlandine, a part-human, part-AI haiman. She's assisted by Dragon, a mysterious, spaceship-sized alien entity who has long been suspicious of Jain technology and who suspects the disc is a trap lying-in-wait. Meanwhile, the android Angel is planning an attack on the Polity, and is searching for a terrible weapon to carry out his plans--a Jain super-soldier. But what exactly the super-soldier is, and what it could be used for if it fell into the wrong hands, will bring Angel and Orlandine's missions to a head in a way that could forever change the balance of power in the Polity universe. In The Soldier, British science fiction writer Neal Asher kicks off another Polity-based trilogy in signature fashion, concocting a mind-melting plot filled with far-future technology, lethal weaponry, and bizarre alien creations. Features Summary "Neal Asher's books are like an adrenaline shot targeted directly for the brain."--New York Times bestselling author John Scalzi Humanity, artificial intelligences... Author Neal Asher Publisher Night Shade Books Release date 20180508 Pages 400 ISBN 1-59780-943-8 ISBN 13 978-1-59780-943-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days The astonishing world of the dinosaurs never fails to fascinate. We know so much more about these extraordinary creatures than ever before but the essence of the world in which they lived and moved and the drama of their departure can only be imagined. John Sibbick captures that essence in the vast sweep of his landscapes and the understanding of the scientific detail in his superbly realised artwork. True to geological time, the book traces the rise and fall of the dynasties of the dinosaurs and chronicles their story through the tales of the dinosaur hunters of the modern age. Science and art combine to make this an outstanding, accessible and beautiful work. Features Summary Targeted at 7-11-year-olds, this book captures the extraordinary world of the dinosaurs. Tracing the rise and fall of the dinosaur dynasties, it tells their story through the tales of the modern dinosaur hunters... Author Steve Parker (Author), John Sibbick (Illustrator) Publisher Cornwall Editions Limited Release date 20050908 Pages 96 ISBN 1-904880-14-2 ISBN 13 978-1-904880-14-1