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Operation Chastise was one of the most extraordinary episodes of the Second World War, yet it has also become one of the most misunderstood. Max Hastings tells the gripping story of the Dambusters raid, from the invention of the bouncing bomb to the moonlit cockpits of young pilots flying at treetop height through lethal enemy fire. But Hastings also challenges what we think we know about the Dambusters, bringing to light the difficult truths that have often been left out of the legend.

The stand-up comedian of his generation. Star of stage and screen. Tireless supporter of charity. Runner. Political campaigner. Fashion icon. Human. There is no one quite like Eddie Izzard. This is the story of how a boy who wanted to become a professional footballer and win the lead in Joseph and His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat found comedy.

A behind-the-scenes look into the creation and legacy of The West Wing as told by cast members Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack, with compelling insights from cast and crew exploring what made the show what it was and how its impassioned commitment to service has made the series and relationships behind it endure. Includes an exclusive foreword by showrunner Aaron Sorkin and introduction by cast member Allison Janney.

In these 26 episodes, we turn the clock back to 2014 - the year when Scotland said 'no' to independence, Ukrainians ousted their pro-Russia president in the Maidan Revolution, and the European Space Agency's Philae probe made its historic first landing on a comet. Sandi Toksvig is in the chair for every show bar one, in which Susan Calman steps in as temporary host. Subjects on the table for the team include NHS pay, a badger crash, commuter train standards, Russian activities in Crimea, dietary health scares, passport delays and black cab strikes.

A random murder in a public park. An artist wracked by fantastical and haunting dreams. A police inspector confronting the depraved rites of a voodoo cult. Intrepid sailors pitted against a diabolical monstrosity risen from the bottom of the sea. And one man, doomed to understand that such things foretell madness and the end of mankind.

Since we first peeked into Stars Hollow, Connecticut in October 2000, Gilmore Girls has delighted people worldwide. Combining unparalleled writing with endearing characters and a respect for the complexities of life, the series continues to bring people together today. The Gilmore Girls Companion takes you behind the scenes of this television classic, from the first glimmer of the idea to the making of the series finale.

The Bridgertons are by far the most prolific family in the upper echelons of society, both in deed and word, and now, for the first time, their most indelible quips and barbs have been gathered here for your pleasure. From Anthony’s arrogance to Hyacinth’s hijinks, the family has long been fodder for society gossips … and indeed even for This Author, who has come out of retirement to pen thirteen new columns, each more delicious than the last.

Make sure the kids aren’t around! Just because you’re a grown-up doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the art of the children’s bedtime story. Nick Offerman presents this collection of 15 short stories written in the style of a classic kid’s tale, but with a decidedly dark and adult approach.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Goodbye Soldier, written and read by Spike Milligan. "My name is Maria Antonoinetta Fontana, but everyone call me Toni." "I'm Spike, sometimes known as 'stop thief' or 'hey you.'" "Yeser, I know." The sixth volume of Spike Milligan's off-the-wall account of his part in World War Two sees our hero doing very little soldiering. Because it's 1946.....

How do master storytellers compel us? There have been many attempts to understand what makes a good story, but few have used a scientific approach. In The Science of Storytelling, Will Storr applies dazzling psychological research and cutting-edge neuroscience to our myths and archetypes to show how we can tell better stories, revealing, among other things, how storytellers - and also our brains - create worlds by being attuned to moments of unexpected change.

El impacto visual de Titanic no solo radica en su escala monumental, sino en la maestría cinematográfica con la que James Cameron dio vida a esta historia épica. Este libro explora en profundidad cada aspecto técnico y artístico que convirtió a Titanic en una de las películas más influyentes de la historia del cine.

William Shatner hat mehr erlebt und gesehen als die meisten anderen Menschen. Sein Leben wurde sowohl von traumatischen Ereignissen wie dem schrecklichen Unfalltod seiner Frau Nerine bestimmt als auch von Triumphen wie der Verleihung des "Golden Globe" und des "Emmy". Captain Kirk, wie er immer noch liebevoll genannt wird, präsentiert dem Leser in seinem fesselnden Buch originelle Gedanken zu Liebe und Leidenschaft, zu Hass und tiefempfundener Menschlichkeit.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

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Travel back in time to hear history happen the way your parents and grandparents heard it.

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Join two of London's top vocal coaches and founders of the acclaimed vocal technique Vocal Balance, Julie Gossage and Richard Halton, along with a host of special guests, as they talk all things voice and life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dad team who’ve got your back as we navigate the rocky roads of Dad Life. Hosted by Dan Sedge and CB Jackson and fuelled by your participation.

BFF Chronicles is a soft corner on the internet — where healing begins with stories.Through gentle reflections, personal monologues, and heartfelt drama-inspired moments, this podcast invites you to feel deeply, cry safely, and heal slowly. Whether you're navigating overthinking, heartbreak, or quiet dreams, BFF Chronicles will feel like a warm voice beside you — always reminding you:“You’re not behind. You’re becoming.”Hosted by Devismita — a student, dreamer, and storyteller — this podcast is her safe space, and now it’s yours too.Come as you are. Stay for the softness. ...

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