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Out of print for many years, this is a brand new edition of the definitive companion to the acclaimed Aubrey-Maturin series of novels, written by the author himself. What was daily life in Nelson's navy really like, for everyone from the captain down to the rawest recruit? What did they eat? What songs did they sing? What was the schedule of watches? How were the officers and crew paid, and what was the division of prize-money? These questions and many more are answered in Patrick O'Brian's elegant narrative, which includes wonderful anecdotal material on the battles and commanders that established Britain's naval supremacy. Line drawings and charts help us to understand the construction and rigging of the great ships, the types and disposition of the guns, and how they were operated in battle. The meticulously researched text and imagery together provide an unparalleled insight into life during wartime in the Napoleonic era, and offer a wonderfully evocative companion to the world of Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin.

The brand-new thriller from the Number One bestseller. ‘A gripping tale that will have you turning the pages well into the night’ MARK DAWSON A DEADLY TERROR PLOT. A RACE AGAINST THE CLOCK. WILL EVIL PREVAIL? Following a chance encounter with a terrified young woman in the streets of Paris, former SAS soldier Ben Hope finds himself hurled into a violent new mission involving murder, international terrorism and stolen historic artifacts. A mission made even more perilous by the reappearance of an old enemy from Ben’s military past. A man he knew and fought years ago. A man he thought was dead. Teaming up with the enigmatic ex-Delta Force warrior Tyler Roth, Ben travels from the seedy underworld of Paris to the islands of the Caribbean in his quest to piece together the puzzle. As the death toll quickly mounts, he unmasks a vicious terror plot that could bring about the slaughter of millions of innocent people. Mass destruction seems just a hair’s breadth away … and only Ben Hope can prevent the unthinkable. ‘Thrilling. Scott Mariani is at the top of his game’ ANDY MCDERMOTT ‘House of War has it all – history, action, devious scheming and eye-opening detail. Mariani delivers a twisting storyline and raises the terrifying question: how would we survive if this really happened?’ DAVID LEADBEATER A must-read for fans of Dan Brown, Lee Child and Mark Dawson. Join the millions of readers who can’t get enough of Ben Hope’s adventures… Whilst the Ben Hope thrillers can be read in any order, this is the twentieth book in the series.

What happens when the past comes back to kill you? When DCI Anna Tate is called to the gruesome discovery of a dead woman found on Barnes Common, she is plunged into a high‐profile investigation involving a prominent MP. London is baying for blood – but is there more to Holly’s death than at first meets the eye? Meanwhile, the hunt is on for Anna’s missing daughter Chloe, who vanished ten years ago when her father kidnapped her. The case has been cold for what feels like forever – but a phone call brings a brand new lead… Can Anna solve the murder case whilst dealing with her own personal demons? Or is someone from the past planning to get in her way? An addictive new thriller from J. P. Carter, perfect for fans of Heidi Perks and D. S. Butler. Readers love the DCI Anna Tate series: ‘Anna Tate is a worthy protagonist; but it's the complex and gripping plot and equally engrossing subplot that is the true star of the show. ’ Lynne Patrick, Mystery People ‘A fantastic book [that] had me reading frantically’ Amazon reviewer ‘Nothing in this book happened as I expected and I loved it’ Amazon reviewer ‘A fast, pacy book, full of suspense’ Amazon reviewer ‘A highly addictive crime series’ Amazon reviewer ‘Kept me guessing to the end’ Amazon reviewer

A twisty and compelling thriller perfect for fans of C L Taylor, K L Slater and B A Paris. Some secrets are deadly… When the victim of a car crash begs journalist Alex Devlin for help before disappearing without trace, Alex finds herself caught up in a mystery that won’t let her go. Determined to find the missing man, she is soon investigating a conspiracy that threatens some of the most vulnerable members of society. But will Alex be prepared to put her own life on the line to help those who can’t help themselves?

You would do anything for your family. Wouldn’t you? A gripping crime thriller, perfect for fans of Peter James. ‘Writes with raw, engaging, authenticity’ Peter James The real nightmare begins when the missing person returns… PC Gareth Bell is about to arrest a cocaine dealer on Brighton Marina, when he makes a shocking discovery that turns his world upside down: the dealer is his long-lost brother, Jake, someone he thought had died years ago. But their reunion is short lived. For Jake is on the run from a cold-blooded killer, whose network reaches all the way into the police force itself. Now that his brother’s life is on the line, Bell has only two choices. Family, or duty?

The nightmare is just beginning… A short story and prequel featuring DCI Matilda Darke, star of Michael Wood’s darkly compelling crime series. Perfect for fans of Angela Marsons and Patricia Gibney. She invited the killer into her home… The body of a young woman is found in an apartment block in a Sheffield suburb. She was attacked at home, in a sudden moment of violence that sends shockwaves through the community. DCI Matilda Darke has no choice but to work with her rival, DI Ben Hales, as the investigation takes them undercover into the dark world of a serial rapist targeting innocent women on the streets of the steel city. But can Matilda and Ben finally put their grievances aside and work together? Or will this case be their last?

Perfect for fans of Stephen King, Dean Koontz and Ray Bradbury You never know what’s lurking out of sight… Dealing with the tragic death of his father, 14-year-old Reggie finds the isolation of the woods near his house comforting. Until one day, a man – stumbling, bleeding, clearly distressed – emerges from the shadows. Reggie hides the man in his treehouse, and helps the stranger recover. Each with stories to share, soon the pair form a strange friendship. But then Reggie learns that his new friend is a ruthless contract killer. And when the killer decides to make a break over the Mexican border, with law enforcement in hot pursuit, Reggie must decide whether to honor the bond with his newfound father figure, or betray it and bring a brutal murderer to justice… A powerful, emotional, thrilling rollercoaster of a read from the author of If You Go Down to the Woods

Роман Эли Берте «Дрожащая скала» открывает перед нами трагические страницы новой истории Франции – революцию и последовавшее за ней правление Наполеона.

Книга, которую вы держите в руках, необычная. Она позволяет посмотреть на историю одной африканской страны тремя разными взглядами. Взгляд путешественника позволит понять, с какой целью можно туда приехать и где остановиться. Взгляд историка позволит увидеть, какое прошлое было у этих мест с момента появления здесь первых государств. Взгляд местного жителя позволит понять, чем живут жители Ганы сейчас.

Профессор НИУ ВШЭ Олег Воскобойников станет вашим проводником по завораживающему миру Средневековья и расскажет, чем же люди, жившие много веков назад, отличались от нас, а чем – были похожи, откуда черпали вдохновение, как любили, как выстраивали иерархию власти, как воевали. Вы отправитесь в средневековый храм и узнаете, как найти частички Средневековья в современных музеях, сможете посмотреть на историю под новым углом и найдете ответы на множество любопытных вопросов.

Книга написана для тех самых взрослых, которые все еще верят в сказки. Верят, что на глубине реки живут монстры, а где-то далеко в горах прячутся драконы. А почему бы и нет? Стоит сбросить на планету пару десятков атомных бомб, и не такие твари заведутся.А теперь представим, что в этом мире встречаются двое: бессердечная юная бессмертная и влюбленный старик с глазами мальчишки. Кажется, что герои совершенные противоположности, но мы то знаем, что что-то у них обязательно получится, ведь сказка как никак о любви!Содержит нецензурную брань.