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*SHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE* A dazzling new biography of young Tennyson by the prize-winning, bestselling author of The Age of Wonder. Alfred Lord Tennyson is now remembered – if he is remembered at all – as the gloomily bearded Poet Laureate, author of such clanking Victorian works as ‘The Charge of the Light Brigade’, and the mournful author of the lugubrious elegy In Memoriam. In this dazzling new biography, Richard Holmes reawakens this somnolent Victorian figure, brings him back to sparkling life, and unexpectedly transforms him. From the prize-winning and bestselling biographer of Shelley and Coleridge, and author of the landmark, critically acclaimed THE AGE OF WONDER, Holmes recovers in Young Tennyson an astonishingly magnetic and mercurial personality, a secretly expressive and highly emotional man but now haunted by the great intellectual – and above all the great scientific – issues of his time. The brilliant child of an obscure dysfunctional Lincolnshire family, terrorised by a drunken father, torn by unhappy love affairs but sustained by vivid friendships (especially that of Edward FitzGerald, the author of ‘Omar Khayyam’) Young Tennyson emerges in his first forty years as a memorable poet, hypnotically musical (‘The Lady of Shalott’) yet intensely engaged with the new astronomy, geology, biology – and even the psychiatry – of the age before Darwin. Tennyson’s imagination and intellect were haunted by the eruption of three new fundamentally transformative scientific ideas – biological evolution, the notion of a godless, unpitying universe and of planetary extinction. These were as terrifying to Tennyson as climate catastrophe is to us today. Their impact brought him into contact with the life and scientific work of William Whewell (originally his university tutor), the astronomer John Herschel, the geologist Charles Lyell, the mathematician Mary Somerville, the computer pioneer Charles Babbage, and the brilliant science populariser Robert Chambers. He also shared his visions and anxieties with contemporary writers and social commentators like Thomas Carlyle and Charles Dickens, and poets like Elizabeth Barrett Browning and Edgar Allan Poe. Tennyson’s work during these ‘vagrant years’ is suffused with an unsuspected and strangely modern magic. Holmes’s extraordinary biography allows us to witness Tennyson wrestling with mind-altering ideas of geology and deep time, the vastness, beauty and terror of the new cosmology, and the challenges of social revolution. And how these inspired him to grapple with the idea of human mortality, the threat of suicide and depression, the struggle between love and loneliness, agnosticism and belief.

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Jennifer's Body meets Heartstopper in this terrifying, tender, and bitingly hilarious supernatural horror about a boy who must save his best friend from a demon that wants to steal his heart-literally.Ren says he's in love, but Colin knows better.Sure, he can't remember much about how it all began. But he remembers dancing at a club he and Ren were too young to dance in. He remembers the boys who harassed them on their way home. He remembers a ghost emerging from the trees, and a white hand reaching for Ren through a thick fog. What Colin can't remember is what happened next. Only two things are clear to him: Ren is different now, and the new guy vying for his heart is not who he claims to be.With the help of two unlikely allies and a cranky old medium, Colin must learn to conquer his self-doubt and save his best friend from a love that could cost him his life.Equal parts campy and bewitching, Corey Liu's debut YA novel explores predation, isolation, and what happens when a childhood dream of fairytale romance turns into a deadly nightmare.

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Get ready for Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie from DreamWorks Animation with this Ultimate Sticker Book, packed with over 100 colourful and fun stickers!Join Gabby and her adorable kitty friends as they embark on a brand-new adventure – in sticker form! Relive your favourite moments from the movie and create your own purr-ific stories with this a-meow-zing sticker book. Perfect for Gabby's Dollhouse fans of all ages, this sticker book is guaranteed to provide hours of creative fun and imaginative play.Bring home the adventure of Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie with this sticker-packed activity book:MORE THAN 100 STICKERS: Perfect for decorating bags, pencil cases, and other belongingsFULL OF IMAGES, FUN FACTS, & ACTIVITIES: Flip through pages featuring plenty of sticker-filled activities, lively images, and fun facts about Gabby’s Dollhouse: The MovieA DELIGHTFUL STICKER BOOK FOR KIDS: Join Gabby and her cat friends as they adventure through Cat Francisco – the perfect gift for Gabby’s Dollhouse fans!With Gabby's Dollhouse Ultimate Sticker Book, kids can join the adventure of a lifetime with facts, artwork, and plenty of stickers to extend the fun beyond the movie. Lively activities on every page will keep kids engaged for hours, while extra stickers are provided for even more sticking fun!

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When was the last time you awakened to a swirl of out-of-control thoughts? Perhaps you were overwhelmed with the weight of worry, the fear of failing, or the grip of guilt. The way we think directly impacts our joy and peace. In Tame Your Thoughts, Max Lucado provides three biblical and practical tools to renew your mind and transform your life.Our thoughts have consequences. Most people would agree that positive thoughts generate positive actions. Negative thoughts activate negative behavior. But do we understand that we can manage our lives by managing our thoughts? Not only does neuroscience back this concept, but the idea is also embedded throughout Scripture. "Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind" (Rom.12:2 esv). Tame your thoughts and transform your life!In Tame Your Thoughts, Max explores three key thought-management tools and then applies them to the most common thought problems: worry, guilt, anxiety, and other types of mental quicksand that threaten to trap us. God loves us too much to let us lead a life marked by poor thinking. He made our brains; he can retrain our brains. God has not left us alone in this battle of the mind. Stuck in your head? Hounded by regrets? Weighed down by worry? Change is possible! The thoughts that have characterized your past need not characterize the rest of your life. Readers will learn totake thoughts captive,test each message against the truth of Scripture,interrupt poisonous thought threads, andthink and act like Jesus. If God can resurrect the dead, can he not resurrect hope? Defy depression? Clarify confusion? Silence shame? Destroy doubt? Banish bitterness?Take God at his word. "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind" (2 Tim. 1:7 nkjv, emphasis added). With God as their helper, the reader will discover a new way of thinking and a better way of living. A new person will begin to emerge.We can tame each thought, friends.

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Discover the enchanting world of Little Sticker Dolly Dressing!Dress the fairies in this magical addition to the best-selling Little Sticker Dolly Dressing series. Choose the dolls' outfits as they dance with elegant swans, rehearse among flowers, choose their ballet clothes and pirouette beside a fountain, plus lots more.- The number 1 bestselling sticker series with characters to dress and colourful scenes to decorate- Over 200 stickers in every book! - With 10 scenes to complete- Easy to remove perforated sticker pages for decorating each scene - Smaller format to fit into a purse or bag for activity on the go!- Hours of enjoyment to stimulate any child's imagination - Develop children's concentration and fine motor skills- Ideal for ages 4+- 44 pages of screen-free fun!

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This scratch activity book is filled with stunning scenes of the night sky and space, plus inviting patches to scratch. Using the wooden scraper provided, scratch off whole patches to reveal hidden details, or scratch lines and patterns to create your own designs. Every scratch art page has a facing page of night sky-themed colouring and puzzles. Easy and relaxing, with satisfying results guaranteed.

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Count along with Ten Little Candy Canes and watch as they disappear!Ten little candy canes hanging from the pines, along comes a reindeer and then there are…nine. Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little candy canes all the way down to one with adorable illustrations. With each page, one more candy cane disappears. To demonstrate this concept, this book uses tactile candy cane buttons to help children count how many little candy canes are left as the story progresses. Follow along with the easy rhythm and rhymes of this story and let your child touch the colorful, built-in toys for a creative, hands-on approach to counting. Start young ones on a lifetime of loving reading and learning with Ten Little Candy Canes.The Magical Counting Storybook Series:Makes learning fun for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten kidsHas interactive push buttons to demonstrate arithmetic such as subtracting and additionIs a great way to teach little ones to read with simple rhymeMakes a great classroom addition for homeschool or daycareDon't miss the rest of the series with titles such as:Ten Little Jack O Lanterns Ten Little BunniesTen Little ValentinesTen Little GhostsTen Little MonkeysTen Little FishAnd more!

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No hurries, no worries! The emotional support sloth is here to calm your stress and anxiety and help you live a more carefree life. Take a deep breath and enjoy the company of this helpful little buddy!- Specifications: Includes a 3-inch tall emotional support sloth figurine that holds up 7 calming cue cards with encouraging phrases such as: Don't Hurry, Be Happy; Keep Calm and Hang On; Look Before You Leap; and more- Illustrated mini book included: 32-page mini book with tips on living a more mindful and stress-free life- Fun size: Mini sloth figurine is the perfect calming companion for a desktop, bedside table, or mantle- Great gift: A must-have collectible for sloth lovers

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With Rick Steves, Lisbon is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Portugal includes:- Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Lisbon's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps- Top sights and local experiences: Relax and people-watch at an Art Nouveau café, or take a trolley tour of the famed colorful hills. Wander tangled medieval streets and museums of ancient art, and sip delicious port with locals at an authentic fado bar- Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to see and do, Rick Steves Snapshot Lisbon is truly a tour guide in your pocket.Exploring beyond the city? Pick up Rick Steves Portugal for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential planning information.

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This familiar story of Noah and the Ark comes to life with vibrant illustrations, friendly text and over 120 stickers to add to the scenes. Young children can interact with the building of the ark, add all the animals (two by two) and see how Noah and his family survive the great flood.

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Meet Gabby and her cat friends in this purr-ific playhouse adventure inspired by DreamWorks Animation's Gabby's Dollhouse!Step into the world of Gabby’s Dollhouse in this interactive book that folds out into your very own playhouse! This special format expands into a free-standing carousel that kids can rotate to read the delightful story of Gabby and her cat friends. Fold out the pages, peep through the windows, and lift the flaps to join in on all the fun!A playhouse format that puts the world of Gabby’s Dollhouse into your hands:The fold-out format can be secured with a ribbon closure, with flaps and other interactive elements to immerse children in the mega-popular world of Gabby’s DollhouseDone playing? Simply untie the ribbon and fold the carousel back into its book format, letting you bring the book with you for on-the-go dollhouse adventuresA wonderful gift for Gabby’s Dollhouse fans aged 3-5Innovative and interactive, this book will keep young readers busy, encouraging interaction and creative play as they spend time with Gabby and her kitty crew. There’s a lovely surprise hiding around every corner and under every flap!

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Discover 75 viral TikTok recipes and trending dishes in the second volume of bestselling The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook, perfect for easy home cooking and chefs of all skills!From viral Whipped Lemonade to trending Pasta Chips, explore some of the most popular, post-worthy TikTok recipes that are taking social media by storm. Test out the latest viral sensations and make some delicious dishes inspired by social media including: -Cucumber Salad -Baked Feta Pasta -Dubai Chocolate Bars -Dirty Soda -And much more! Featuring simple, step-by-step instructions, recreate the viral TikTok recipes taking over your FYP, all from the comfort of your home. Whether you’re planning to post your cooking creations online or simply plan to taste test with friends, this book is a must-have for chefs of all ages.

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Unleash your creepy, cute creativity with this step-by-step drawing guide packed with creative drawing exercises to help you craft the spooky sweet art you’ve always wanted to create.This enchanting activity book by Gaynor Carradice invites you to the world of creepy cute art and creative drawing exercises with a unique twist. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this guide offers step-by-step instructions to help you create 100 unique doodles that blend the macabre with the charming. From ghostly ghouls to whimsical witches, each design is crafted to inspire and entertain. The book’s easy-to-follow formal ensure that artists of all ages can enjoy the process of bringing these quirky characters to life. Creepy Cute Doodles is not just a drawing guide—it’s an invitation to a world of creativity, fun, and the enchanting realm of creepy cute art!

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The fifth and final book in the heart-warming White Giraffe series by Lauren St John, featuring the African adventures of Martine and her magical white giraffe.Martine is starstruck when her boyband hero visits Sawubona for a safari. But within hours, poachers have pounced, leaving behind an orphaned rhino calf. Martine and Ben are entrusted with taking the baby rhino to a remote sanctuary. But Martine has a guilty secret - one that's stolen her healing gift. Alone in the wilderness, with the poachers closing in, Martine and Ben need all of the survival skills they possess to save one of the most endangered animals on earth.

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*THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, NOW A NETFLIX FILM STARRING KEIRA KNIGHTLEY*‘An edge-of-your-seat thriller’ Reese WitherspoonA PASSENGER IS MISSING...BUT WAS SHE EVER ON BOARD AT ALL?This was meant to be the perfect trip. The Northern lights. A luxury press launch on a boutique cruise ship. A chance for travel journalist Lo Blacklock to recover from a traumatic break-in that has left her on the verge of collapse.Except things don’t go as planned.Woken in the night by screams, Lo rushes to her window to see a body thrown overboard from the next-door cabin. But the records show that no-one ever checked in to that cabin, and no passengers are missing from the boat.Exhausted and emotional, Lo has to face the fact that she may have made a mistake –- either that, or she is now trapped on a boat with a murderer...Praise for THE WOMAN IN CABIN 10:'Brilliantly claustrophobic' Sunday Times'A twisty puzzle' Shari Lapena'Terrifically tense' Good Housekeeping'Scary and unsettling' The Sun'Reads like Agatha Christie got together with Paula Hawkins to crowdsource a really fun thriller' Stylist

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Begin your new cosy, creative hobby! Unlock childlike joy with celebratory Christmas scenes printed on premium quality paper.40+ bold and easy colouring images feature joyful holiday activities, festive settings and merry occasions. With single-sided pages to avoid bleed-through, all you need are your favourite pencils or markers to get started.Whether you are part of the colouring community on TikTok or looking for a fun activity away from screens, Cosy Cheer, is ideal for anyone seeking moments of artistic mindfulness.

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Tired of constantly working hard, a poor painter encounters the legendary Dokkaebi who gifts him the life he has always dreamed of as a rich and famous artist. But the painter soon learns that his gifts come at a price and perhaps his new perfect life is not all it seems to be.Vividly illustrated in a style that combines minhwa, traditional Korean folk art, with pop art, The Gift is an engaging fable about gratitude and appreciating the beauty in life

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January 1965. The orphaned O'Leary siblings - Tom, Jack, Anna and Peggy - arrive in the village of Ballycrea, tight-lipped about their troubled past and desperate for a fresh start. After being met with suspicion from most of the locals, the family are thrilled when they're taken under the wing of their well-respected neighbours, Bill and Betty Nevan, who offer them work, companionship and an opportunity to fit in. But for one of the O'Learys, this new friendship sparks an intense attachment that makes the dynamic dangerous for all. It's difficult to bury secrets, but almost impossible to bury feelings... Like Howarth's acclaimed debut, Heap Earth Upon It explores rural Irish life at a specific moment in time and delves into claustrophobic relationships and tangled identities, leaving you wondering who to trust until the very last page.

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How have some people broken the shackles of their circumstances to achieve extraordinary things? Can success be taught, or does it depend on talent alone? What role does luck play? Through more than 250 interviews with leaders in sport, business, war and politics, Greg Mills and Emanuele Pirro distil the ingredients of success and, conversely, the causes of failure. From rugby’s triumphant Springboks to winning Formula 1 drivers, presidents guiding negotiations, generals on the battlefield, and businesspeople building empires in the boardroom and on the street, successful people trust their instincts, focus on the things that will make a difference to their performance, and leave nothing to chance. With wide-ranging stories of achievement from around the globe, The Essence of Success is insightful, entertaining and empowering. As multiple Olympic gold-medallist Sir Chris Hoy told the authors, ‘The only person you have to beat is yourself, yesterday.’

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Get into the nitty gritty of Excel, the all-important spreadsheet tool Microsoft 365 Excel All-in-One For Dummies offers an all-new way to tackle data in Excel. Start with the basics of inputting, formatting, and organizing data and work your way to pro techniques that help with any career field or reason for using the app. Gain the skills to apply advanced formulas and functions, create stunning data visualizations, build dashboards and reports, and automate your spreadsheets. You'll also get a glimpse into how AI tools can boost your work. Eight mini-books come together in this expanded Excel reference. With Microsoft 365 Excel All-in-One For Dummies, you'll soon be the go-to Excel guru in your office or school. Learn the basics of Excel—organizing data, performing calculations, and formatting your spreadsheet.Use functions to handle advanced math and financial analysis.Create data visualizations and summaries to help tell your storyApply basic programming skills using VBA This book is perfect for professionals or students who need to up their Excel game with insight from pros who know the classic spreadsheet app inside and out.

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