Nanny Ogg, one of Discworld's most famous witches, here passes on some of her huge collection of tasty and interesting recipes, since everyone else is doing it. In addition to such dishes as Nobby's Mum's Distressed Pudding, Mrs Ogg imparts her thoughts on such matters as life, death and courtship. A Discworld spin-off.
He's been a legend in his own lifetime. He can remember when a hero didn't have to worry about fences and lawyers and civilisation, and when people didn't tell you off for killing dragons. But he can't always remember, these days, where he put his teeth ...So now, with his ancient sword and his new walking stick and his old friends -- and they're ...
A sumptuous illustrated journey through Pratchett's bestselling Discworld universe, this lavish full-color volume is the ultimate holiday gift for the legions of fans.
"The Mad Minute" takes the "dull" out of the drill, allowing students to achieve instant recall of number facts after only six to eight weeks of working one minute a day.
Between Uberwald and Whale Bay, the Octarine Grass Country and the Widdershins Ocean lies the most exciting and dangerous terrain in all Discworld. This is a map of Lancre, where Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick live.
The real-life story of a hotel manager in Rwanda who saved 1,200 people from certain death 10 years ago inspired George to make a powerful and dramatic film. This informative volume includes extensive historical background, the story of the making of the film, the complete screenplay, and more.
A discworld map revealing the house and garden that Death built. It shows the golf course that's not so much crazy as insane, and the dark gardens. You can also find out the reason why Death can't understand rockeries, and what happens to garden gnomes.
Terry Pratchett's incredible Discworld, floating through space on the backs of four elephants* standing on a giant turtle, supports some of the most popular characters ever imagined in the world of fantasy fiction. But the Discworld people are real, and here they are, warts (except, of course, in the case of Granny Weatherwax) and all, from ...
In four public dialogues held at the University of Utah in 1988, eminent writers in the fields of natural history discuss their traditions, perspectives, values, purposes, techniques, and personal insights. Writing Natural History maintains the vitality of the spoken dialogues and conveys a lively sense of each speaker's concern with the processes ...
This is the story of the Gallagher brothers as told by their elder brother Paul. It tells of their childhood, their father, their musical beginnings and their rise to fame. It is a revealing, touching, funny and sometimes shocking account of two Manchester scallies who grew up to be amongst the most famous rock stars in the world. With a chapter ...
The astounding beauty of California is reflected not only in the works of authors like John Muir, John Steinbeck, Wallace Stegner, and Robinson Jeffers, but also in surprising and provocative selections from writers such as Jack Kerouac, Norman Mailer, Joan Didion, Aldous Huxley, and Charles Bukowski.
This encyclopedic guide to the tools and tableware indigenous to Asia also covers key cooking methods and 80 delicious recipes from China, Japan, India, Thailand, and Laos. Four-page gatefolds illustrate 100 pieces of equipment, and clear, step-by-step photos guide readers through more than 20 cooking techniques.
This in-depth study of reflective therapeutic practice with older people is packed with clinical case studies and useful commentaries.It applies therapeutic skills through real life examples. Three new chapter and extensive revision bring the book fully up-to-date. It draws on the vast knowledge and first-hand experiences of an established ...
Visit the book website Longshoremen stand at the nexus of the global economy, handling nearly every cargo container that enters or leaves any country. Even in the face of cargo acontainerizationa in the 70s and 80s, a development that decimated longshore unions, they have managed to win contracts that provide health benefits and high wages. On the ...
This book profiles five fascinating visionaries who exemplify outstanding leadership, a passion for their work, cutting-edge ideas, and a commitment to quality. All winners of the prestigious J C Nichols Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development, they include Joseph Riley, mayor of Charleston, South Carolina; Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan; ...
Usability: Turning Technologies into Tools collects six essays that herald a fundamental shift in the way industry and researchers think about usability. In this new, broader definition, usability no longer means safeguarding against human error, but rather enabling human beings to learn, to use, and to adapt the equipment to satisfy better the ...
The gang heads to Mt. Baldy for some supreme all-terrain mountain-boarding. But things get really wild when Otto convinces Twister to film him riding down the most dangerous trail on the mountain! Will they make it down safely? And will Otto ever learn to look before he leaps? Full-color illustrations.
/Paul Gulacy and Terry Austin, illustrators Second printing. The World's greatest Detective stalks the fiercest killers Gotham City has ever known in these collections that bring together two major forces in comic
The ideal reference for consumers seeking authoritative, readily understood information on what to do in emergency situations, how to treat common health problems at home, when to seek professional help, and how to take an active role in medical decision-making. Quick-access features include graphics, color illustrations, and extensive cross ...
Featuring a Paul Jennings story, picture puzzles, and riddles of all kinds, this book will tickle the ribs and tease the brains of young people everywhere. The entire contents of the book is built around word play and puns. Ages 7+.
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