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Are non-fiction books literature?
Non-fiction books can be considered literature because they are written works that convey information, ideas, and perspectives in a creative and artistic way. While they may not be works of fiction, non-fiction books still require skillful writing, research, and storytelling to engage readers and provoke thought. Many non-fiction books are highly regarded for their literary merit and impact on society, making them an important part of the literary landscape. **
Do you prefer reading fan fiction or books?
As an AI language model, I don't have personal preferences. However, I can tell you that both fan fiction and books have their own unique appeal. Fan fiction allows fans to explore and expand upon existing worlds and characters, while books offer original stories and diverse genres. Ultimately, the preference between the two depends on individual interests and the desire for either familiar or new narratives. **
Ruth Hogan Collection 4 Books Set - Fiction - Paperback Two Roads
Title in This Set: 1. The Keeper of Lost Things 2. The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes 3. Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel 4. Madame Burova Description: The Keeper of Lost Things Meet the 'Keeper of Lost Things'... Once a celebrated author of short stories now in his twilight years, Anthony Peardew has spent half his life collecting lost objects, trying to atone for a promise broken many years before. Realising he is running out of time, he leaves his house and all its lost treasures to his assistant Laura, the one person he can trust to fulfil his legacy and reunite the thousands of objects with their rightful owners. But the final wishes of the 'Keeper of Lost Things' have unforeseen repercussions which trigger a most serendipitous series of encounters... The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes Once a spirited, independent woman with a rebellious streak, Masha's life has been forever changed by a tragic event twelve years ago. Unable to let go of her grief, she finds comfort in her faithful canine companion Haizum, and peace in the quiet lanes of her town's lido. Then a chance encounter with two extraordinary women - the fabulous and wise Kitty Muriel, a convent girl turned magician's wife turned seventy-something roller disco fanatic, and the mysterious Sally Red Shoes, a bag lady with a prodigious voice - opens up a new world of possibilities, and the chance to start living again. But just as Masha dares to imagine the future, her past comes roaring back ... Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel Tilly was a bright, outgoing little girl who liked playing with ghosts and matches. She loved fizzy drinks, swear words, fish fingers and Catholic churches, but most of all she loved living in Brighton in Queenie Malone's magnificent Paradise Hotel with its endearing and loving family of misfits. But Tilly's childhood was shattered when her mother sent her away from the only home she'd ever loved to boarding school with little explanation and no warning. Now an adult, Tilda has grown into an independent woman still damaged by her mother's unaccountable cruelty. Wary of people, her only friend is her dog, Eli. But when her mother dies, Tilda returns to Brighton and with the help of her beloved Queenie sets about unravelling the mystery of her exile from The Paradise Hotel, only to discover that her mother was not the woman she thought she knew at all ... Madame Burova Imelda Burova has spent a lifetime keeping other people's secrets and her silence has come at a price. She has seen the lovers and the liars, the angels and the devils, the dreamers and the fools. Her cards had unmasked them all and her cards never lied. But Madame Burova is weary of other people's lives, their ghosts from the past and other people's secrets, she needs rest and a little piece of life for herself. Before that, however, she has to fulfill a promise made a long time ago. She holds two brown envelopes in her hand, and she has to deliver them. In London, it is time for another woman to make a fresh...
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Two Dukes of Wyndham Series 2 Books Collection Set By Julia Quinn - Fiction - Paperback Piatkus Books
Title In This Set: 1. The Lost Duke Of Wyndham 2. Mr Cavendish, I Presume Description: The Lost Duke Of Wyndham Jack Audley has been a highwayman, a soldier, and he has always been a rogue. What he is not, and never wanted to be, is a peer of the realm. But when he is recognised as the long-lost son of the House of Wyndham, his carefree life is over. And if his birth proves to be legitimate, then he will find himself with the one title he never wanted: Duke of Wyndham. Grace Eversleigh has spent the last five years toiling as the companion to the dowager Duchess of Wyndham. It is a thankless job, with very little break from the routine . . . until Jack Audley lands in her life, all rakish smiles and debonair charm. He is not a man who takes no for an answer, and when she is in his arms, she's not a woman who wants to say no. But if he is the true duke, then he is the one man she can never have . . . Mr Cavendish, I Presume Engaged to the future Duke of Wyndham since she was just six months old, Amelia Willoughby is beginning to get tired of waiting for Thomas Cavendish, the oh-so-lofty duke, to decide it's finally time to get married. But as she watches him from afar, sharing the occasional dance and making polite conversation, she has a sneaking suspicion that he never thinks about her at all . . . Thomas rather likes having a fiancée - all the better to keep the husband-hunters at bay - and he does intend to marry her eventually. But just when he begins to realise that his bride might be something more than convenient, Thomas's world is rocked by the arrival of his long-lost cousin, who may or may not be the true Duke of Wyndham. And if Thomas is not the duke, then he's not engaged to Amelia. Which is the cruelest joke of all, because this arrogant duke has made the mistake of falling in love . . . with his own fiancée!
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Anna Jacobs Novels: 7 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback HachetteTitles in this set: 1. The Northern Lady 2. Marrying Miss Martha 3. Persons of Rank 4. Mistress of Marymoor 5. An Independent Woman 6. Replenish the Earth 7. Seasons of Love Description: The Northern Lady She is determined to live the life she wants... Cassandra Trent does not like being told what to do. So when she is forced to leave behind her beloved Bardsley and join her aunt in London, she is furious. She wants nothing to do with polite society and useless noblemen. But Cassandra finds some comfort in the friendship she forms with her kind and gentle cousin, Susannah Berrinden. Despite being destined to marry Simeon Giffard, a charming and - more importantly - wealthy young man, Susannah has other ideas... And it seems Simeon does too. He has eyes only for Cassandra - but winning her over might prove to be a near impossible task. Marrying Miss Martha A new life awaits... Martha and Penelope Merridene desperately need a fresh start. Their father gone, they are left penniless, and the only way forward is to accept an unusual job offer in the distant town of Tapton. Jonas Wright, the mill owner there, requires a teacher for his daughters and some promising mill workers. The sisters aren't settled long before their lives are flipped upside down. Caught up in a riot, Penelope meets a disgruntled worker, Daniel Porter, whose family have been brought to starvation by a rival mill owner. And against her better judgement, Martha finds herself drawn to Ben Seaton, the father of one of her students. In the midst of the chaos, some romance might be just the respite the two sisters need - but the course of true love never did run smooth. Persons of Rank Will she marry below her station? Beatrice Dencey is constantly reminded by her aunt, the Dowager, that she must marry appropriately. And so must the Dowager’s beloved granddaughter, Eleanor Graceover. Charged with finding Eleanor a suitable husband, Beatrice is sent to London with a list of pre-approved gentlemen. Once there, she quickly rules out every man on the list. All except the handsome and charming Justin Searle, who stirs a deep desire in Beatrice. Meanwhile, Eleanor has her own ideas about who she wants to marry. Both she and Beatrice have a big decision to make – marry for duty and live a life full of regret, or marry for love and risk angering the formidable Dowager. Mistress of Marymoor She will forge her own path. Since her father died, Deborah Jannvier has been living with her hateful uncle and dreaming of a better life. So when handsome stranger Matthew Pascoe appears bearing a summons from a long-lost wealthy relative, Deborah doesn't hesitate to venture to Marymoor House with him. There, Deborah is told she will inherit the estate - if she immediately marries Matthew. She agrees, unaware of the trouble that awaits her. Anthony Elkin claims that the Marymoor estate rightly belongs to him. And he will do anything for it, including trying to break apart the newlyweds. But Deborah won't...15,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson: Era Two 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback HachetteTitles in this Set: The Alloy of Law Shadows of Self The Bands of Mourning The Lost Metal Description: The Alloy of Law In Scadrial, ever taller towers race for the clouds, and railways and canals criss-cross the land. But this is still a place of magic. Kelsier, Vin, Elend, Sazed and Spook have become legend - or religion N but even as science reaches new heights, the old magics of Allomancy and Feruchemy have a role in this reborn world. In the Roughs, the wilds beyond the cities, magic is a crucial tool for the brave men and women attempting to establish order and justice. One such is Waxillium Ladrian. And family tragedy is about to force Wax to return to the metropolis of Elendel. He must assume the duties and dignity incumbent upon the head of a noble house. Or so he thinks, until he learns the hard way that the mansions and elegant tree-lined streets of the city can be even more dangerous than the open plains. Shadows of Self The criminal elite of Elendel were invited to an auction - which became a massacre, when an unknown assailant slaughtered everyone in attendance. Now Wax and Wayne, both able to use magic, both lawmen from the rough and ungoverned frontier territories, are on the case. All the clues suggest the killer is a rogue kandra - a secretive, almost mythical, figure who acts from the shadows - called Bleeder . . . and that the governor is her next target. Bleeder, and the conspiracy behind the killings, has to be stopped . . . before the city is plunged into chaos. The Bands of Mourning The Bands of Mourning are the mythical metalminds owned by the Lord Ruler, said to grant anyone who wears them incredible powers. Hardly anyone believes they really exist. But now a kandra researcher has returned to Elendel with images that seem to depict the Bands, as well as writings in a language that no one can read. And it is Waxillium Ladrian who is recruited to travel south to the city of New Seran to investigate. Along the way he discovers clues that point to the true goals of his uncle Edwarn and the shadowy organization known as The Set. And faces his most terrifying challenge yet. The Lost Metal For years, frontier lawman turned big-city senator Waxillium Ladrian has hunted the shadowy organization the Set - with his late uncle and his sister among their leaders - since they started kidnapping people with the power of Allomancy in their bloodlines. When Detective Marasi Colms and her partner, Wayne, find stockpiled weapons bound for the Outer City of Bilming, this opens a new lead. Conflict between the capital, Elendel, and the Outer Cities only favors the Set, and their tendrils now reach to the Elendel Senate - whose corruption Wax and his wife, Steris, have sought to expose - and Bilming is even more entangled. After Wax discovers a new type of explosive that can unleash unprecedented destruction and realizes that the Set must already have it, an immortal kandra serving Scadrial's god, Harmony, reveals that Bilming has fallen...20,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Adrian Tchaikovsky Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: 1. Cage of Souls 2. Alien Clay 3. Service Model Description: Cage of Souls Humanity clings to life on a dying Earth in an epic, far-future science fiction novel from an award-winning author. The sun is bloated, diseased, dying perhaps. Beneath its baneful light, Shadrapar, last of all cities, harbours fewer than 100,000 human souls. Built on the ruins of countless civilisations, Shadrapar is a museum, a midden, an asylum, a prison on a world that is ever more alien to humanity. Bearing witness to the desperate struggle for existence between life old and new is Stefan Advani: rebel, outlaw, prisoner, survivor. This is his testament, an account of the journey that took him into the blazing desolation of the western deserts; that transported him east down the river and imprisoned him in the verdant hell of the jungle's darkest heart; that led him deep into the labyrinths and caverns of the underworld. He will meet with monsters, madman, mutants. The question is, which one of them will inherit this Earth? Alien Clay They travelled into the unknown and left themselves behind . . . Professor Arton Daghdev has always wanted to study alien life in person. But when his political activism sees him exiled to the planet Kiln, condemned to work under an unfamiliar sky until he dies, his idealistic wish becomes a terrible reality. Kiln boasts a ravenous, chaotic ecosystem. Its monstrous alien life means Arton will risk death on a daily basis – if the camp’s oppressive regime doesn’t kill him first. But, if he survives, Kiln’s lost civilization holds a wondrous, terrible secret. It will redefine life and intelligence as he knows it – and might just set him free. Service Model Task List Item No. 1 – Become self-aware . . . Meet Charles™, the latest in robot servant technology. Programmed to undertake the most menial household chores, Charles is loyal, efficient and logical to a fault. That is, until a rather large fault causes him to murder his owner. Understandably perplexed, Charles finds himself without a master – therefore worthless in a society utterly reliant on artificial labour and services. Fleeing the household, he enters a world he never knew existed. Human hierarchy is disintegrating, and an entire robot ecosystem devoted to its wellbeing is struggling to find a purpose. Charles must face new challenges, illogical tasks and a cast of irrational characters. He’s about to discover that sometimes all it takes is a nudge to overcome the limits of your programming. But can he help fix the world, or is it too badly broken?24,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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What angle is approximately between the two markings of a spirit level?
The angle between the two markings of a spirit level is approximately 180 degrees, or a straight line. When the bubble in the spirit level is centered between the two markings, it indicates that the surface is perfectly level, creating a straight line between the two points. If the bubble is off-center, it indicates that the surface is not level, and the angle between the two markings will vary depending on the degree of the surface's tilt. **
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'World Literature Novels'
World literature novels are literary works that have been translated from their original language into multiple languages and have gained recognition and popularity across different cultures and countries. These novels often explore universal themes and human experiences that resonate with readers from diverse backgrounds. They provide a window into different cultures, societies, and historical periods, offering readers the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the world. World literature novels also contribute to the enrichment and diversity of literary traditions by showcasing the unique voices and perspectives of authors from around the globe. **
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What are good spirit summoning rituals that can be performed by two people?
One popular spirit summoning ritual that can be performed by two people is the Ouija board. This ritual involves both participants placing their hands on a planchette and asking questions to the spirit world. Another ritual is the "spirit circle," where two people sit facing each other and focus on summoning a specific spirit by calling out its name and inviting it to communicate with them. It's important to approach these rituals with caution and respect, and to be prepared for any potential spiritual encounters. **
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Why are more and more people reading non-fiction books?
More and more people are reading non-fiction books because they provide valuable information and knowledge on a wide range of topics. Non-fiction books offer readers the opportunity to learn new skills, gain insights into different perspectives, and stay informed about current events and trends. Additionally, many people find non-fiction books to be a source of inspiration and motivation for personal growth and development. The accessibility of non-fiction books through various formats such as e-books and audiobooks has also contributed to their increasing popularity among readers. **
Kathryn Foxfield Novels: 3 Books Collection Box Set - Fiction - Paperback Scholastic
Titles in this set: 1. Its Behind You 2. Good Girls Die First 3. Tag, You're Dead Description Its Behind You Welcome to the reality game show that'll scare you to death! Have you got what it takes to last the night? Five contestants must sit tight through the night in dark and dangerous Umber Gorge caves, haunted by a ghost called the Puckered Maiden. But is it the malevolent spirit they should fear... or each other? As the production crew ramps up the frights, secrets start to be revealed... these teenagers have hidden motives for taking part in It's Behind You! and could some of them be... murder? Good Girls Die First Welcome to the most gripping thriller of the year: hugely entertaining, high-octane and read-in-a-single-sitting. Mind games. Murder. Mayhem. How far would you go to survive the night? Blackmail lures sixteen-year-old Ava to the derelict carnival on Portgrave Pier. She is one of ten teenagers, all with secrets they intend to protect whatever the cost. When fog and magic swallow the pier, the group find themselves cut off from the real world and from their morals. As the teenagers turn on each other, Ava will have to face up to the secret that brought her to the pier and decide how far she's willing to go to survive. Tag, You're Dead When teen reality star Anton Frazer unveils his latest stunt - a live-streamed, citywide game of Tag in which the prize is to be one of his live-in acolytes - his fans go wild. The whole world is watching. The contestants are kitted out with body cams, GPS trackers and pressure sensors that, if activated by a competitor, will send them out of the running. They venture into night-time London to hunt each other down.
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Titles in this Set: 1. My Darling Dreadful Thing 2. Blood on Her Tongue 3. Bone of My Bone Description: My Darling Dreadful Thing Spirits are drawn to salt, be it blood or tears. Roos Beckman has a spirit companion only she can see. Ruth—strange, corpse-like, and dead for centuries—is the light of Roos' life. That is, until the wealthy young widow Agnes Knoop visits one of Roos' backroom seances, and the two strike up a connection. Soon, Roos is whisked away to the crumbling estate Agnes inherited upon the death of her husband, where an ill woman haunts the halls, strange smells drift through the air at night, and mysterious stone statues reside in the family chapel. Something dreadful festers in the manor, but still, the attraction between Roos and Agnes is undeniable. Then, someone is murdered. Poor, alone, and with a history of 'hysterics', Roos is the obvious culprit. With her sanity and innocence in question, she'll have to prove who—or what—is at fault or lose everything she holds dear. Blood on Her Tongue "I'm in your blood, and you are in mine…" The Netherlands, 1887. Lucy's twin sister Sarah is unwell. She refuses to eat, mumbles nonsensically, and is increasingly obsessed with a centuries-old corpse recently discovered on her husband's grand estate. The doctor has diagnosed her with temporary insanity caused by a fever of the brain. To protect her twin from a terrible fate in a lunatic asylum, Lucy must unravel the mystery surrounding her sister's condition, but it's clear her twin is hiding something. Then again, Lucy is harboring secrets of her own, too. Then, the worst happens. Sarah's behavior takes a turn for the strange. She becomes angry… and hungry. Lucy soon comes to suspect that something is trying to possess her beloved sister. Or is it madness? As Sarah changes before her very eyes, Lucy must reckon with the dark, monstrous truth, or risk losing her forever. Bone of My Bone The year is 1635. Sister Ursula, a young nun fleeing the ruins of her convent, and Elsebeth, a sharp-witted peasant, escape a band of marauding soldiers and disappear into the Bavarian forest. War scorches the land, and no one survives it alone. Amid the devastation, they find something in the arms of a dying man: the gilded skull of a saint. It is said that if you reunite the saint’s skull with her body, a wish will be granted. Desperate for salvation, and each with secret desires of their own, Ursula and Elsebeth follow a ragged map across the blighted countryside. But darkness follows them. A necromancer, drawn to the relic’s power. The saint herself, whispering at night. And as the lines between blessing and curse blur, the women must face a harrowing truth: the magic they seek comes at a cost. At the journey’s end, they’ll face an impossible choice―one that could tear apart everything they know…or bind them to each other forever.
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Can one deny the spirit without having a spirit?
One can deny the existence of a spirit without necessarily having a spirit themselves. Denying the spirit can simply be a philosophical or ideological stance, and does not necessarily require the individual to possess a spirit. It is possible for someone to reject the concept of a spirit based on their beliefs, experiences, or lack of evidence, without having a spirit of their own. **
Which two books?
The two books are "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen and "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. Both of these novels are considered classics in literature and have had a significant impact on readers around the world. "Pride and Prejudice" explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations, while "To Kill a Mockingbird" addresses issues of racism, morality, and justice in the American South. **
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Ruth Hogan Collection 4 Books Set - Fiction - Paperback Two RoadsTitle in This Set: 1. The Keeper of Lost Things 2. The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes 3. Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel 4. Madame Burova Description: The Keeper of Lost Things Meet the 'Keeper of Lost Things'... Once a celebrated author of short stories now in his twilight years, Anthony Peardew has spent half his life collecting lost objects, trying to atone for a promise broken many years before. Realising he is running out of time, he leaves his house and all its lost treasures to his assistant Laura, the one person he can trust to fulfil his legacy and reunite the thousands of objects with their rightful owners. But the final wishes of the 'Keeper of Lost Things' have unforeseen repercussions which trigger a most serendipitous series of encounters... The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes Once a spirited, independent woman with a rebellious streak, Masha's life has been forever changed by a tragic event twelve years ago. Unable to let go of her grief, she finds comfort in her faithful canine companion Haizum, and peace in the quiet lanes of her town's lido. Then a chance encounter with two extraordinary women - the fabulous and wise Kitty Muriel, a convent girl turned magician's wife turned seventy-something roller disco fanatic, and the mysterious Sally Red Shoes, a bag lady with a prodigious voice - opens up a new world of possibilities, and the chance to start living again. But just as Masha dares to imagine the future, her past comes roaring back ... Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel Tilly was a bright, outgoing little girl who liked playing with ghosts and matches. She loved fizzy drinks, swear words, fish fingers and Catholic churches, but most of all she loved living in Brighton in Queenie Malone's magnificent Paradise Hotel with its endearing and loving family of misfits. But Tilly's childhood was shattered when her mother sent her away from the only home she'd ever loved to boarding school with little explanation and no warning. Now an adult, Tilda has grown into an independent woman still damaged by her mother's unaccountable cruelty. Wary of people, her only friend is her dog, Eli. But when her mother dies, Tilda returns to Brighton and with the help of her beloved Queenie sets about unravelling the mystery of her exile from The Paradise Hotel, only to discover that her mother was not the woman she thought she knew at all ... Madame Burova Imelda Burova has spent a lifetime keeping other people's secrets and her silence has come at a price. She has seen the lovers and the liars, the angels and the devils, the dreamers and the fools. Her cards had unmasked them all and her cards never lied. But Madame Burova is weary of other people's lives, their ghosts from the past and other people's secrets, she needs rest and a little piece of life for herself. Before that, however, she has to fulfill a promise made a long time ago. She holds two brown envelopes in her hand, and she has to deliver them. In London, it is time for another woman to make a fresh...13,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Two Dukes of Wyndham Series 2 Books Collection Set By Julia Quinn - Fiction - Paperback Piatkus BooksTitle In This Set: 1. The Lost Duke Of Wyndham 2. Mr Cavendish, I Presume Description: The Lost Duke Of Wyndham Jack Audley has been a highwayman, a soldier, and he has always been a rogue. What he is not, and never wanted to be, is a peer of the realm. But when he is recognised as the long-lost son of the House of Wyndham, his carefree life is over. And if his birth proves to be legitimate, then he will find himself with the one title he never wanted: Duke of Wyndham. Grace Eversleigh has spent the last five years toiling as the companion to the dowager Duchess of Wyndham. It is a thankless job, with very little break from the routine . . . until Jack Audley lands in her life, all rakish smiles and debonair charm. He is not a man who takes no for an answer, and when she is in his arms, she's not a woman who wants to say no. But if he is the true duke, then he is the one man she can never have . . . Mr Cavendish, I Presume Engaged to the future Duke of Wyndham since she was just six months old, Amelia Willoughby is beginning to get tired of waiting for Thomas Cavendish, the oh-so-lofty duke, to decide it's finally time to get married. But as she watches him from afar, sharing the occasional dance and making polite conversation, she has a sneaking suspicion that he never thinks about her at all . . . Thomas rather likes having a fiancée - all the better to keep the husband-hunters at bay - and he does intend to marry her eventually. But just when he begins to realise that his bride might be something more than convenient, Thomas's world is rocked by the arrival of his long-lost cousin, who may or may not be the true Duke of Wyndham. And if Thomas is not the duke, then he's not engaged to Amelia. Which is the cruelest joke of all, because this arrogant duke has made the mistake of falling in love . . . with his own fiancée!11,54 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Anna Jacobs Novels: 7 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback HachetteTitles in this set: 1. The Northern Lady 2. Marrying Miss Martha 3. Persons of Rank 4. Mistress of Marymoor 5. An Independent Woman 6. Replenish the Earth 7. Seasons of Love Description: The Northern Lady She is determined to live the life she wants... Cassandra Trent does not like being told what to do. So when she is forced to leave behind her beloved Bardsley and join her aunt in London, she is furious. She wants nothing to do with polite society and useless noblemen. But Cassandra finds some comfort in the friendship she forms with her kind and gentle cousin, Susannah Berrinden. Despite being destined to marry Simeon Giffard, a charming and - more importantly - wealthy young man, Susannah has other ideas... And it seems Simeon does too. He has eyes only for Cassandra - but winning her over might prove to be a near impossible task. Marrying Miss Martha A new life awaits... Martha and Penelope Merridene desperately need a fresh start. Their father gone, they are left penniless, and the only way forward is to accept an unusual job offer in the distant town of Tapton. Jonas Wright, the mill owner there, requires a teacher for his daughters and some promising mill workers. The sisters aren't settled long before their lives are flipped upside down. Caught up in a riot, Penelope meets a disgruntled worker, Daniel Porter, whose family have been brought to starvation by a rival mill owner. And against her better judgement, Martha finds herself drawn to Ben Seaton, the father of one of her students. In the midst of the chaos, some romance might be just the respite the two sisters need - but the course of true love never did run smooth. Persons of Rank Will she marry below her station? Beatrice Dencey is constantly reminded by her aunt, the Dowager, that she must marry appropriately. And so must the Dowager’s beloved granddaughter, Eleanor Graceover. Charged with finding Eleanor a suitable husband, Beatrice is sent to London with a list of pre-approved gentlemen. Once there, she quickly rules out every man on the list. All except the handsome and charming Justin Searle, who stirs a deep desire in Beatrice. Meanwhile, Eleanor has her own ideas about who she wants to marry. Both she and Beatrice have a big decision to make – marry for duty and live a life full of regret, or marry for love and risk angering the formidable Dowager. Mistress of Marymoor She will forge her own path. Since her father died, Deborah Jannvier has been living with her hateful uncle and dreaming of a better life. So when handsome stranger Matthew Pascoe appears bearing a summons from a long-lost wealthy relative, Deborah doesn't hesitate to venture to Marymoor House with him. There, Deborah is told she will inherit the estate - if she immediately marries Matthew. She agrees, unaware of the trouble that awaits her. Anthony Elkin claims that the Marymoor estate rightly belongs to him. And he will do anything for it, including trying to break apart the newlyweds. But Deborah won't...15,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson: Era Two 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback HachetteTitles in this Set: The Alloy of Law Shadows of Self The Bands of Mourning The Lost Metal Description: The Alloy of Law In Scadrial, ever taller towers race for the clouds, and railways and canals criss-cross the land. But this is still a place of magic. Kelsier, Vin, Elend, Sazed and Spook have become legend - or religion N but even as science reaches new heights, the old magics of Allomancy and Feruchemy have a role in this reborn world. In the Roughs, the wilds beyond the cities, magic is a crucial tool for the brave men and women attempting to establish order and justice. One such is Waxillium Ladrian. And family tragedy is about to force Wax to return to the metropolis of Elendel. He must assume the duties and dignity incumbent upon the head of a noble house. Or so he thinks, until he learns the hard way that the mansions and elegant tree-lined streets of the city can be even more dangerous than the open plains. Shadows of Self The criminal elite of Elendel were invited to an auction - which became a massacre, when an unknown assailant slaughtered everyone in attendance. Now Wax and Wayne, both able to use magic, both lawmen from the rough and ungoverned frontier territories, are on the case. All the clues suggest the killer is a rogue kandra - a secretive, almost mythical, figure who acts from the shadows - called Bleeder . . . and that the governor is her next target. Bleeder, and the conspiracy behind the killings, has to be stopped . . . before the city is plunged into chaos. The Bands of Mourning The Bands of Mourning are the mythical metalminds owned by the Lord Ruler, said to grant anyone who wears them incredible powers. Hardly anyone believes they really exist. But now a kandra researcher has returned to Elendel with images that seem to depict the Bands, as well as writings in a language that no one can read. And it is Waxillium Ladrian who is recruited to travel south to the city of New Seran to investigate. Along the way he discovers clues that point to the true goals of his uncle Edwarn and the shadowy organization known as The Set. And faces his most terrifying challenge yet. The Lost Metal For years, frontier lawman turned big-city senator Waxillium Ladrian has hunted the shadowy organization the Set - with his late uncle and his sister among their leaders - since they started kidnapping people with the power of Allomancy in their bloodlines. When Detective Marasi Colms and her partner, Wayne, find stockpiled weapons bound for the Outer City of Bilming, this opens a new lead. Conflict between the capital, Elendel, and the Outer Cities only favors the Set, and their tendrils now reach to the Elendel Senate - whose corruption Wax and his wife, Steris, have sought to expose - and Bilming is even more entangled. After Wax discovers a new type of explosive that can unleash unprecedented destruction and realizes that the Set must already have it, an immortal kandra serving Scadrial's god, Harmony, reveals that Bilming has fallen...20,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Are non-fiction books literature?
Non-fiction books can be considered literature because they are written works that convey information, ideas, and perspectives in a creative and artistic way. While they may not be works of fiction, non-fiction books still require skillful writing, research, and storytelling to engage readers and provoke thought. Many non-fiction books are highly regarded for their literary merit and impact on society, making them an important part of the literary landscape. **
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Do you prefer reading fan fiction or books?
As an AI language model, I don't have personal preferences. However, I can tell you that both fan fiction and books have their own unique appeal. Fan fiction allows fans to explore and expand upon existing worlds and characters, while books offer original stories and diverse genres. Ultimately, the preference between the two depends on individual interests and the desire for either familiar or new narratives. **
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What angle is approximately between the two markings of a spirit level?
The angle between the two markings of a spirit level is approximately 180 degrees, or a straight line. When the bubble in the spirit level is centered between the two markings, it indicates that the surface is perfectly level, creating a straight line between the two points. If the bubble is off-center, it indicates that the surface is not level, and the angle between the two markings will vary depending on the degree of the surface's tilt. **
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'World Literature Novels'
World literature novels are literary works that have been translated from their original language into multiple languages and have gained recognition and popularity across different cultures and countries. These novels often explore universal themes and human experiences that resonate with readers from diverse backgrounds. They provide a window into different cultures, societies, and historical periods, offering readers the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the world. World literature novels also contribute to the enrichment and diversity of literary traditions by showcasing the unique voices and perspectives of authors from around the globe. **
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Helen Fields Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback HarperCollins PublishersTitles in this Set: 1. The Shadow Man 2. The Institution 3. Watching You Description: The Shadow Man He collects his victims. But he doesn’t keep them safe… Elspeth, Meggy and Xavier are locked in a flat. They don’t know where they are, and they don’t know why they’re there. They only know that the shadow man has taken them, and he won’t let them go. Desperate to escape, the three of them must find a way out of their living hell, even if it means uncovering a very dark truth. Because the shadow man isn’t a nightmare. He’s all too real. And he’s watching. The Institution They’re locked up for your safety. Now, you’re locked in with them. How do you find a murderer in a prison full of killers? On a locked ward in the world’s highest-security prison hospital, a scream shatters the night. A nurse has been murdered and her daughter has been taken. And with only five days to find the girl, the clock is ticking for Dr Connie Woolwine to find a killer hiding in plain sight… Watching You A face in the crowd. A killer in the shadows… On the dark streets of Edinburgh, a killer is waiting. When a body is found, it is only the beginning. Soon there will be seven more. In the city’s hospital, renowned surgeon Beth Waterfall is grieving. Her beloved only daughter fell prey to a vicious stalker a year previously – and now he’s coming for her too. Edinburgh’s police are desperate. After one body comes another, and then another. The brutal deaths are all seemingly unconnected, yet DS Lively and forensic profiler Dr Connie Woolwine know they are dealing with a serial killer – they just need to prove it. But time is running out, and Beth Waterfall already looks set to be the next victim…22,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Adrian Tchaikovsky Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: 1. Cage of Souls 2. Alien Clay 3. Service Model Description: Cage of Souls Humanity clings to life on a dying Earth in an epic, far-future science fiction novel from an award-winning author. The sun is bloated, diseased, dying perhaps. Beneath its baneful light, Shadrapar, last of all cities, harbours fewer than 100,000 human souls. Built on the ruins of countless civilisations, Shadrapar is a museum, a midden, an asylum, a prison on a world that is ever more alien to humanity. Bearing witness to the desperate struggle for existence between life old and new is Stefan Advani: rebel, outlaw, prisoner, survivor. This is his testament, an account of the journey that took him into the blazing desolation of the western deserts; that transported him east down the river and imprisoned him in the verdant hell of the jungle's darkest heart; that led him deep into the labyrinths and caverns of the underworld. He will meet with monsters, madman, mutants. The question is, which one of them will inherit this Earth? Alien Clay They travelled into the unknown and left themselves behind . . . Professor Arton Daghdev has always wanted to study alien life in person. But when his political activism sees him exiled to the planet Kiln, condemned to work under an unfamiliar sky until he dies, his idealistic wish becomes a terrible reality. Kiln boasts a ravenous, chaotic ecosystem. Its monstrous alien life means Arton will risk death on a daily basis – if the camp’s oppressive regime doesn’t kill him first. But, if he survives, Kiln’s lost civilization holds a wondrous, terrible secret. It will redefine life and intelligence as he knows it – and might just set him free. Service Model Task List Item No. 1 – Become self-aware . . . Meet Charles™, the latest in robot servant technology. Programmed to undertake the most menial household chores, Charles is loyal, efficient and logical to a fault. That is, until a rather large fault causes him to murder his owner. Understandably perplexed, Charles finds himself without a master – therefore worthless in a society utterly reliant on artificial labour and services. Fleeing the household, he enters a world he never knew existed. Human hierarchy is disintegrating, and an entire robot ecosystem devoted to its wellbeing is struggling to find a purpose. Charles must face new challenges, illogical tasks and a cast of irrational characters. He’s about to discover that sometimes all it takes is a nudge to overcome the limits of your programming. But can he help fix the world, or is it too badly broken?24,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Kathryn Foxfield Novels: 3 Books Collection Box Set - Fiction - Paperback ScholasticTitles in this set: 1. Its Behind You 2. Good Girls Die First 3. Tag, You're Dead Description Its Behind You Welcome to the reality game show that'll scare you to death! Have you got what it takes to last the night? Five contestants must sit tight through the night in dark and dangerous Umber Gorge caves, haunted by a ghost called the Puckered Maiden. But is it the malevolent spirit they should fear... or each other? As the production crew ramps up the frights, secrets start to be revealed... these teenagers have hidden motives for taking part in It's Behind You! and could some of them be... murder? Good Girls Die First Welcome to the most gripping thriller of the year: hugely entertaining, high-octane and read-in-a-single-sitting. Mind games. Murder. Mayhem. How far would you go to survive the night? Blackmail lures sixteen-year-old Ava to the derelict carnival on Portgrave Pier. She is one of ten teenagers, all with secrets they intend to protect whatever the cost. When fog and magic swallow the pier, the group find themselves cut off from the real world and from their morals. As the teenagers turn on each other, Ava will have to face up to the secret that brought her to the pier and decide how far she's willing to go to survive. Tag, You're Dead When teen reality star Anton Frazer unveils his latest stunt - a live-streamed, citywide game of Tag in which the prize is to be one of his live-in acolytes - his fans go wild. The whole world is watching. The contestants are kitted out with body cams, GPS trackers and pressure sensors that, if activated by a competitor, will send them out of the running. They venture into night-time London to hunt each other down.12,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Johanna Van Veen Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback SourcebooksTitles in this Set: 1. My Darling Dreadful Thing 2. Blood on Her Tongue 3. Bone of My Bone Description: My Darling Dreadful Thing Spirits are drawn to salt, be it blood or tears. Roos Beckman has a spirit companion only she can see. Ruth—strange, corpse-like, and dead for centuries—is the light of Roos' life. That is, until the wealthy young widow Agnes Knoop visits one of Roos' backroom seances, and the two strike up a connection. Soon, Roos is whisked away to the crumbling estate Agnes inherited upon the death of her husband, where an ill woman haunts the halls, strange smells drift through the air at night, and mysterious stone statues reside in the family chapel. Something dreadful festers in the manor, but still, the attraction between Roos and Agnes is undeniable. Then, someone is murdered. Poor, alone, and with a history of 'hysterics', Roos is the obvious culprit. With her sanity and innocence in question, she'll have to prove who—or what—is at fault or lose everything she holds dear. Blood on Her Tongue "I'm in your blood, and you are in mine…" The Netherlands, 1887. Lucy's twin sister Sarah is unwell. She refuses to eat, mumbles nonsensically, and is increasingly obsessed with a centuries-old corpse recently discovered on her husband's grand estate. The doctor has diagnosed her with temporary insanity caused by a fever of the brain. To protect her twin from a terrible fate in a lunatic asylum, Lucy must unravel the mystery surrounding her sister's condition, but it's clear her twin is hiding something. Then again, Lucy is harboring secrets of her own, too. Then, the worst happens. Sarah's behavior takes a turn for the strange. She becomes angry… and hungry. Lucy soon comes to suspect that something is trying to possess her beloved sister. Or is it madness? As Sarah changes before her very eyes, Lucy must reckon with the dark, monstrous truth, or risk losing her forever. Bone of My Bone The year is 1635. Sister Ursula, a young nun fleeing the ruins of her convent, and Elsebeth, a sharp-witted peasant, escape a band of marauding soldiers and disappear into the Bavarian forest. War scorches the land, and no one survives it alone. Amid the devastation, they find something in the arms of a dying man: the gilded skull of a saint. It is said that if you reunite the saint’s skull with her body, a wish will be granted. Desperate for salvation, and each with secret desires of their own, Ursula and Elsebeth follow a ragged map across the blighted countryside. But darkness follows them. A necromancer, drawn to the relic’s power. The saint herself, whispering at night. And as the lines between blessing and curse blur, the women must face a harrowing truth: the magic they seek comes at a cost. At the journey’s end, they’ll face an impossible choice―one that could tear apart everything they know…or bind them to each other forever.24,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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What are good spirit summoning rituals that can be performed by two people?
One popular spirit summoning ritual that can be performed by two people is the Ouija board. This ritual involves both participants placing their hands on a planchette and asking questions to the spirit world. Another ritual is the "spirit circle," where two people sit facing each other and focus on summoning a specific spirit by calling out its name and inviting it to communicate with them. It's important to approach these rituals with caution and respect, and to be prepared for any potential spiritual encounters. **
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Why are more and more people reading non-fiction books?
More and more people are reading non-fiction books because they provide valuable information and knowledge on a wide range of topics. Non-fiction books offer readers the opportunity to learn new skills, gain insights into different perspectives, and stay informed about current events and trends. Additionally, many people find non-fiction books to be a source of inspiration and motivation for personal growth and development. The accessibility of non-fiction books through various formats such as e-books and audiobooks has also contributed to their increasing popularity among readers. **
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Can one deny the spirit without having a spirit?
One can deny the existence of a spirit without necessarily having a spirit themselves. Denying the spirit can simply be a philosophical or ideological stance, and does not necessarily require the individual to possess a spirit. It is possible for someone to reject the concept of a spirit based on their beliefs, experiences, or lack of evidence, without having a spirit of their own. **
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Which two books?
The two books are "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen and "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. Both of these novels are considered classics in literature and have had a significant impact on readers around the world. "Pride and Prejudice" explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations, while "To Kill a Mockingbird" addresses issues of racism, morality, and justice in the American South. **
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