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Tyrannosaurus Rex (Extinct – The Story of Life on Earth Book 5)

Tyrannosaurus Rex (Extinct – The Story of Life on Earth Book 5)
  • Author(s): Ben Garrod, Gabriel Ugueto
  • Location(s): World
  • Genre(s): Children
  • Era(s): Past

TV scientist Ben Garrod presents the biggest extinction events ever, told from the point of view of evolution’s superstars, the most incredible animals ever to swim, stalk, slither or walk our planet. Whether you’re 9 or 90, his unique...

Tyrant of Rome

Tyrant of Rome
  • Author(s): Simon Scarrow
  • Location(s): Rome
  • Genre(s): Historical, Adventure
  • Era(s): 62 BE

The city of Rome. The most dangerous place in the Empire. The fates of military heroes Macro and Cato lie in Emperor Nero’s bloody hands . . . AD 62. Under the reckless and tumultuous leadership of Emperor Nero,...

U and I: A True Story

U and I: A True Story
  • Author(s): Nicholson Baker
  • Location(s): Rochester
  • Genre(s): Autobiography/Memoirs
  • Era(s): 1970s, 1980s

When Nicholson Baker, one of the most linguistically talented writers in America, set out to write a book about John Updike, the result was no ordinary biography. Instead Baker’s account of his relationship with his hero is a hilarious...

Ukraine Diaries

Ukraine Diaries
  • Author(s): Andrey Kurkov, Sam Taylor (translator)
  • Location(s): Ukraine
  • Genre(s): Fiction, In Translation
  • Era(s): 2013 onwards

-16°C, sunlight, silence. I drove the children to school, then went to see the revolution. I walked between the tents. Talked with rev­olutionaries. They were weary today. The air was thick with the smell of old campfires. Ukraine Diaries...

Ultima

Ultima
  • Author(s): L S Hilton
  • Location(s): London, The West End
  • Genre(s): Erotica, Fiction
  • Era(s): Contemporary

First Maestra, then Domino and now Ultima. The shockingly audacious conclusion to the international bestselling phenomenon that began with Maestra. If you can’t beat them – kill them First there was Maestra. Then there was Domina. Now – there...

Ultimate Food Atlas

Ultimate Food Atlas
  • Author(s): Nancy Castaldo
  • Location(s): World
  • Genre(s): Children
  • Era(s): N/A

Exploring the world has never been more yummy and fun! Discover how unique foods are grown, eaten, and celebrated by people all over the planet, get recipes for delicious dishes, and so much more! Pull up a chair and...

Ulverton

Ulverton
  • Author(s): Adam Thorpe
  • Location(s): Derbyshire
  • Genre(s): Fiction, Historical
  • Era(s): 16th through 20th centuries

At the heart of this novel lies the fictional village of Ulverton. It is the fixed point in a book that spans centuries. Different voices tell the story of Ulverton: one of Cromwell’s soldiers staggers home to find his...

Umbrella Mouse to the Rescue

Umbrella Mouse to the Rescue
  • Author(s): Anna Fargher, Sam Usher (Illustrator)
  • Location(s): Paris
  • Genre(s): Children
  • Era(s): WWII, French Resistance

A breathtaking story of bravery, friendship and fighting for what you believe in, Umbrella Mouse to the Rescue is the eagerly anticipated sequel to Anna Fargher’s bestselling and award-winning The Umbrella Mouse, based on the true stories of the...

Umbria

Umbria
  • Author(s): Patricia Clough
  • Location(s): Umbria
  • Genre(s): Travelogue
  • Era(s): Modern

When Patricia Clough bought a house in Umbria she knew that buying her dream home did not mean that one’s life became a dream. By the end of this book, in which she describes the journey of making Umbria...

Un Amico Italiano – Eat Pray Love In Rome

Un Amico Italiano – Eat Pray Love In Rome
  • Author(s): Luca Spaghetti
  • Location(s): Rome
  • Genre(s): Nonfiction
  • Era(s): Contemporary

An essential companion volume to the international bestseller Eat, Pray, Love. Experience the Rome that inspired and changed Elizabeth Gilbert. His name became famous due to his encounter with Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of the bestselling book Eat, Pray,...

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