On 25 June 1950 the invasion of South Korea by the Communist North launched one of the bloodiest conflicts of the last century. The seemingly limitless power of the Chinese-backed North was thrown against the ferocious firepower of the UN-backed South in a war that can be seen today as the stark prelude to Vietnam. Max Hastings drew on first-hand accounts of those who fought on both sides to produce this vivid & incisive reassessment of the Korean War bringing the military & human

Dimensions into sharp focus. Critically acclaimed on publication The Korean War" remains the best narrative history of this conflict."

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At 4am on Sunday 25 June 1950 powerful North Korean forces invaded South Korea advancing down the Uijongbu Corridor towards the Southern Capital of Seoul. South Korean troops resisted bravely but were crushed by overwhelming Northern superiority. Later that day the United Nations Security Council condemned the aggression & on 7 July appointed US General of the Army Douglas Mac Arthur to command UN forces which would be sent to save South Korea. Nigel Thomas & Peter Abbott explore the history of this conflict which pitted UN forces against the Peoples Republic of China in a resulting in hundreds of thousands of casualties. ...

The second book in a brand new series featuring fabulous adventures for Tom & his companions! Great for boys with a huge collectability factor bolstered by the collectors' cards in the back of the books & links to an excellent interactive website. Tom faces his toughest Beast Quest yet
- he must find the Tree of Being to rescue Freya & Silver from Tavania. But Sanpao the Pirate King controls six deadly Beasts which seek to thwart Tom. Can our hero outwit cunning Koron? Don't miss the rest of the series! BALISK THE WATER SNAKE HECTON THE BODY SNATCHER TORNO THE HURRICANE DRAGON KRONUS THE CLAWED MENACE BLOODBOAR THE BURIED DOOM
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Experience all Koss attractions with this up-to-date authoritative guide packed with Insider Tips. Most holidaymakers want to have fun & feel relaxed from the moment they arrive at their holiday destination
- thats what Marco Polo Guides are all about. Youll discover excellent hotels restaurants where to shop trendy places the best night life & the pick of local festivals & events. Also contains: the Perfect Route Travel Tips Links Blogs Apps & more Travel with Kids Greek phrasebook & a comprehensive index. Kos with its long stretches of sandy & pebble beaches is an inviting holiday destination & with a large variety of clubs theres plenty of scope to enjoy both the beach & the nightlife. Regardless of whether you use a bike or car following the Perfect Route across the island will lead you to beaches that are practically deserted out-of-the-way villages & the famous Asklepion a unique mix of ancient sanatorium & temple complex. Its central position in the Dodecanese means that neighbouring islands can easily be reached by boat including the sponge-fishing island of Kalimnos & the volcanic island of Nisyros as detailed in the Trips & Tours chapter. Insider Tips point you to the Kos Aktis Hotel an art hotel right on the sea & Bubble Beach which has a little surprise in store for snorkelers. The Best Of pages sum up whats typical for Kos recommend places to go for free & have tips for rainy days & where you can relax & unwind. Panels in each chapter suggest things to do if youre on a tight budget & where to pick up some real bargains. The Sports & Activities chapter has information for rock-climbing & horse-riding in stunning landscapes while the Dos & Donts tell you why you should never disturb a siesta but why you should definitely heed the traffic regulations. MARCO POLO Kos provides comprehensive coverage of the isl&. To help you get around theres a detailed road atlas inside a useful map of Kos Town in the backcover plus a handy pull-out map. A must-have for all travellers including those who havent bought a travel guide in the past
- all this for only GBP5.99!

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This is the ultimate guide to Jewish food & cooking with over 75 traditional recipes. It offers everything you need to know about Jewish food whether planning an elaborate dinner party or a simple brunch with friends. It is packed with beautifully illustrated recipes
- from appetizers to desserts
- with step-by-step instructions for perfect results every time. It has a highly informative reference section that covers all aspects of Jewish food & cooking including the laws of Kashrut. Jewish food is a combination of richly varied cuisines from all over the globe reflecting the multi-ethnicity of the Jewish people & the many places where they have settled. With its introduction chronicling the dispersal of different Jewish communities & the effect this has had on their styles of cooking this is not just a recipe book but a fascinating read. It is also highly practical unravelling the laws of Kashrut
- the code of fitness that applies to what may be eaten & how food may be prepared
- & providing an indispensable guide to selecting & preparing food for the Jewish table.



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Ringed by high mountains & once ravaged by ethnic tensions Kosovo is enjoying a tourism renaissance. Welcoming Kosovars have rebuilt their country & now is the perfect time to discover the potential of this once-unknown region. Fully updated & revised by two Kosovo experts who both lived in the newly independent state for many years Bradts Kosovo" explores a land rich in cultural heritage & stunning scenery. From hip urban hotspots to remote mosques & monasteries Kosovo offers up delights for every type of traveller. With detailed descriptions of the lively cafe culture as well as the burgeoning restaurant bar & shopping scene plus accommodation to suit all budgets this second edition to a ground-breaking guide is the ideal companion for tourists NGOs & long-term visitors." ...

This book is a revised & enlarged version of the original maquette for Josef Koudelkas book Cikani (Czech for Gypsies) prepared by Koudelka & graphic designer Milan Kopriva in 1968 & intended for publication in Prague in 1970. However Koudelka left Czechoslovakia in 1970 & the book was never published in that original form. Koudelkas stark images depict the poverty & clannishness of Gypsy life but he does not present their situation as a social problem that should somehow be fixed. Instead he shows the Gypsies as perpetual outsiders & their lives as a primal mix of glee & wonder sorrow & mystery. This extended version of the seminal Gitans la fin du voyage consists of 109 photographs taken between 1962 & 1971 in what was Czechoslovakia (Bohemia Moravia & Slovakia) Romania Hungary France & Spain. Sociologist Will Guy author of the text that accompanied the first publication of Gypsies has contributed an updated essay tracing the migration of the Roma from their original homeland in northern India to their current status one that continues to be contested internationally. ...

This is the 44th edition of the leading price guide in antiques that continues to feature actual prices in 700 categories & more than 2 500 full-colour photographs. Kovels Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide" is the most thorough colourful & complete price guide available from the most trusted well-known name writing on the subject today. This book features up-to-the-minute well-organized & wide-ranging information including more tips marks logos information & photographs
- of items in all price ranges-than any other competitive title. Unlike other guides whose focus is primarily English or high-priced items " Kovels" covers all of the American & international items that are of most interest to collectors. This book is organized by categories most sought after by collectors from Depression Glass Dolls & Jewellery to Furniture Porcelain & Sports Memorabilia. This title indices & cross-references make this a user-friendly reference & expert comments throughout empower readers to buy sell & collect with complete confidence. It

Includes:: an exclusive report on the previous years record-setting prices."


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Now a major motion picture. Set within a world of sorcery & wizardry much like an 18th Century Harry Potter Krabat tells the story of a 14-year-old beggar boy lured to a mysterious mill by a series of frightening dreams & apparitions. He becomes an apprentice to the master of the watermill where he joins the eleven other young journeymen who work there. Much to his surprise Krabat soon discovers that the mill is actually a school of black magic & he is expected to learn much more than just a normal millers trade. Krabat studies hard & becomes the masters star pupil but when he falls for a local village girl the depth of the masters evil & the darker secrets of the mill begin to reveal themselves. One by one his fellow classmates perish from mysterious unexplained accidents & Krabat realises he must use all of the dark magic skills he has learned to secure his escape. Now a major motion picture starring David Kross (The Reader War Horse). ...

In the realm of Gwildor the Mistress of the Beasts is under a curse & her ferocious Beasts are destroying the l&. Tom vows to break the spell but when deadly Krabb ambushes his boat it looks like the Quest may already be over... Don't miss HAWKITE ARROW OF THE AIR
- ROKK THE WALKING MOUNTAIN
- KOLDO THE ARCTIC WARRIOR
- TREMA THE EARTH LORD
- AMICTUS THE BUG QUEEN



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