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Sembra impossibile, ma è una storia vera La storia vera della più grande evasione da un campo di prigionia tedesco della seconda guerra mondiale Oflag 64 era il nome di un campo per prigionieri di gu …

A quirky guide to counting the calories as they come off, through ways you may never have considered possible Exactly how long would you have to kiss in order to burn off a bottle of beer? Or how lon …

Ever faced a crowd of fifteen 5-year olds and quaked? Well, here is your chance to bring order and calm to the party proceedings. Just consult your Gem and you can prepare for those half forgotten ga …

Are you a Bosom Caresser or a Harvey Wallbanger? Can you tell a Moscow Mule from a Brass Monkey? Can you name Ernest Hemingway’s favourite tipple? All the kit, spirits, mixers, famous drinkers – and …

A refreshed and redesigned edition of this popular handy-sized guide to dreams and their meanings.Throughout history and across many different cultures, dreams and dreaming have had much importance a …

A clear practical introduction to Pilates. This form of exercise has been growing in popularity and is now being recommended by osteopaths, physiotherapists and GPs as one of the safest forms of exer …

Reflexology is increasing in popularity as more people turn towards natural forms of medicine. This is a practical introduction, full of diagrams, photographs and clear advice on using reflexology to …

This practical one-stop guide will show you how to understand the zodiac type of yourself, your partner and your frends.Want to know more about your family and friends? Worried whether your new partn …

A unique and stylish gift in a smart, textured rubber binding, with an elasticised band. Aimed at the digital photographer on the move, it’s full of advice on getting the best shots when you’re out a …

This King James Bible is an authorised, high-quality ebook, published to mark the 400th anniversary of the book that truly changed the world. As well as retaining the trusted King James text, this eb …

Collins Easy Learning English Spelling is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their spelling and write more accurately and impressively. By describing the important features of English spelling …

A unique guide to communicating in French. It will help learners discover expressions and idioms to make their French more natural and fluent, while developing an awareness of French culture.Designed …

A unique guide to communicating in Spanish. It will help learners discover expressions and idioms to make their Spanish more natural and fluent, while developing an awareness of Spanish culture.Desig …

Collins Easy Learning Writing is an easy-to-use guide on how to write good, clear and effective English.With simple explanations of everything from the basics of sentence and paragraph structure, to …

Collins Webster’s Easy Learning Grammar is an accessible guide to English grammar and punctuation.With clear, concise explanations on everything from adverbs to word order, and from apostrophes to se …

Collins Webster’s Easy Learning Spelling is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their spelling and write more accurately and impressively. By describing the important features of English spellin …

Collins Webster’s Easy Learning Writing is an accessible guide to successful writing in the English language.With clear, concise explanations of everything from the basics of sentence and paragraph s …

This Gem provides a guide to the lives of the most popular saints – who they were, how they became saints and for whom they have a particular importance.This guide to saints contains brief biographie …

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the wil …

Collins Easy Learning English Vocabulary is designed to help learners of all ages build their vocabulary. This easy-to-use, topic-based book is an invaluable resource for students and teachers, and i …

Collins Easy Learning How to Use English is designed to help learners of all ages use individual words correctly, and choose the right words and structures for the meaning they want to convey. With i …

Collins Easy Learning English Verbs is an accessible guide to English verbs. With simple explanations of English verbs and the way they work, this book will prove indispensable for anyone who wants t …

Collins Easy Learning Verbs is an accessible introduction to English verbs, tenses and morphology.With clear, concise explanations of English verb systems, this book is an indispensable guide for the …

Collins Easy Learning How to Use English is designed to help learners of all ages use individual words correctly, and choose the right words and structures for the meaning they want to convey. With i …

Collins Easy Learning English Vocabulary is designed to help learners of all ages build their vocabulary. This easy-to-use, topic-based book is an invaluable resource for students and teachers, and i …

A brand-new edition of this best-selling guide to over 1, 500 first names. Gem Babies’ Names gives the origins of each name, and also lists the most popular girls’ and boys’ names in Britain today. T …

The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet is the latest diet sensation from Australia. It is based around a controlled high protein diet. This Gem looks at this diet and other high protein diets and provides lo …

This handy, pocket-sized guide is essential reading for anyone who owns, or is thinking of investing in, an aquarium. It’s packed with colour photographs and provides all the information you need in …

Giving up smoking is one of the hardest things to do. This handy-sized book contains all the information you need to find a method that works for you. It presents in a clear practical way the differe …

Whether planting with seeds or bulbs, in the earth or a container, cultivating flowers is made easy with Gem Garden Flowers. Filled with the helpful photography and easy-to-follow tips you expect fro …

The only guide you need for choosing, planting and caring for beautiful trees in your garden. Filled with helpful photography and easy-to-follow tips, this essential book will make a successful garde …

The only guide you’ll ever need to help you write better letters, whether for business or pleasure.The world gets smaller and contacts get faster but whether it’s by computer or with pen-and-ink, the …

A clear practical guide to diets that do work and why they work. From food combining to detoxing to an ayurvedic approach, you can work out which healthy eating plan is the best for your body type.Di …

All you need to know about making and breaking codes.Gem Codes and Ciphers touches on everything from the smoke signals used by Native American Indians to encryption devices used by government agenci …

Collins Gem Card Games provides an introduction to the most played family card games, with clear instructions and guidance on how to master each game.This best-selling Collins Gem title has been upda …

An introduction to complentary therapies, from aromatherapy to shiatsu. An illustrated guide to what the therapies do, how and where they are performed, and their benefits. Also includes information …

Stamp Collecting – with over 3 million enthusiasts – in the UK is a major hobby. Collins Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the subject, starting with advice on beginning a collection and recogni …

Collins Gem Antique Furniture is a guide to take with you to auctions or car boot sales for it provides a visual guide to identifying the age and style of furniture, combined with advice on caring, b …

A completely new full-colour edition of the popular guide to science First published in 1989, this is the third edition of the popular Gem Basic Facts Science. The Basic Facts series is a series of i …

Who are the world’s best soldiers? Since the Iranian Embassy siege in 1980, the Falklands and the 1991 Gulf War, the British SAS have often been described as the greatest experts in Special Operation …

How should you prepare for floods? What’s the best way to react during an earthquake? How should you signal for help, and what do you need in your supplies?This book gives you practical tips and advi …

An accessible, user-friendly handbook for all amateur genealogists seeking their Scottish roots.With an emphasis firmly on the practical, this handy little book is designed to be used as a reference …

Massage is one of the oldest and simplest therapeutic arts and its benefits have been long known. This Gem provides an accessible and practical guide.Published in flexibinding, combining the durabili …

A practical introduction to the therapeutic effects of essential oils and their use in skin and body care.This Gem, with a range of practical instructions and clear description of the range of therap …

Can the study of numbers – such as the figures in a birth date – influence events and give an idea of the character of friend and foe alike? This brand-new illustrated Collins Gem explores the world …

This Collins Gem provides a practical introduction to homeopathy and what to expect when seeking advice from a homeopath. It includes A-Z listings of the most popular remedies and treatments.Homeopat …

This clear introduction to meditation shows how it can enhance your life. There are clear step-by-step instructions to different meditation techniques and practical tips on how to focus the mind and …

This handy guide to identifying and interpreting gold, silver, platinum and ceramic marks includes all hallmarks from 1544. Details of the new hallmarking system, international marks and guides to th …

From Afghan and Airedale to Westie and Wolfhound, Collins need to know? Dog Breeds profiles all the most popular breeds. Whether you’re choosing a new pet or just want to know more about a variety of …

Whilst GI (Glycaemic Index) diets are very popular, it is also important to know the GL (Glycaemic Load) per portion to get the full picture on how a meal or snack will affect you. This clear introdu …

Get the most out of your time at university This e-book prepares you for undergraduate and postgraduate life at English-speaking universities. You will discover what to expect and how to prepare for …

Britain’s favourite newspaper presents 4000 quiz questions and answers for anyone thirsty for trivia. Test yourself against your friends or run a pub quiz all on your own! All quizzes and answers are …

This one-stop practical guide will show you how to make the most of your digital photos. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy format with colour photos and expert advice throughout.Over …

What are the best television series ever made and what do you know about them? Gem Classic TV Series introduces you to a selection of around 80 series, providing key facts, critics’ comments, quotati …

A small format gift book which is a reproduction of the popular Collins book ‘Tartans & Highland Dress’ published in 1961. This is a detailed guide to how to correctly wear the Scottish national dres …

The language of botany from plant structure to genetic modification defined and explained for students of plant sciences and botanical enthusiasts The dictionary, with over 4, 000 entries, covers the …

A compact and informative guide to the key tenets, rituals and history of the world’s major faiths, now in a new easy-reference format.This is one of two titles in a Collins reference series based on …

An easy-to-use guide to over 50 fantastic magic tricks.Collins Gem Magic Tricks is a fascinating and easy-to use guide to over sixty tricks, whether they be The Magic Wand (using coins), Blow that kn …

We have always been fascinated by the lines on the palms of our hands and why each of us have different patterns. Predicting the future based on interpreting these lines goes back thousands of years …

A practical, easy-to-use, pocketable guide covering all the basics of choosing and caring for plants in your home.Indoor plants can decorate any room – transforming the space with colour and scent al …

This one-stop practical guide will show you how to look after a cat or kitten. It is now published in a handy ebook format with colour photos and expert advice throughout.This book gives practical ad …

This one-stop practical guide will show you how to look after a dog or puppy.Whether you are a first-time dog owner, rearing your dog’s latest litter, or looking to buy a new puppy, this is the ideal …

This one-stop practical guide will show you how to transform your dog into the perfect companion.The training methods are based on being kind to the dog, with emphasis on praise and reward. There is …

This one-stop practical guide will show you all the techniques and inspiration you need to get into painting. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy ebook format with colour illustrations …

This practical one-stop guide will show you all the techniques and inspiration you need to start drawing. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy ebook format with colour illustrations and …

This second edition of Genetics and Sports expands on topics previously discussed in an attempt to create an integrated and holistic understanding of the field of sports genomics. It is an update on …

This publication reviews past, current and future applications of genetic research in the fields of exercise science and sports medicine. It highlights ethical concerns, potential clinical applicatio …

A comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide to all aspects of owning a dog.All of the aspects of dog ownership are covered in the comprehensive Collins Complete Dog Manual. From choosing which bre …

Collins Easy Learning Grammar is an accessible guide to English grammar and punctuation.With clear, concise explanations on everything from adverbs to word order, and from apostrophes to semicolons, …

Everything you need to know about photography, both digital and film, written by a team of experts. This comprehensive and superbly illustrated guide covers all aspects from basic composition to the …

Offering an alternative to the usual models of theological reflection, this careful and helpful guide demonstrates to students the possibilities which emerge when the starting point for theological r …

This pocket-sized, practical guide has everything the acrylic artist needs to know about colour mixing, from colour theory to complementary, warm and cool colours, colour tone, using a limited palett …

A clear, comprehensive guide to colour mixing for the watercolour artist. It begins with simple colour theory and a colour wheel, with a template provided so that readers can paint their own; a vital …

A clear, comprehensive guide to colour mixing for the artist using oil paints. It begins with simple colour theory and a colour wheel, with a template provided so that readers can paint their own; a …

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Assimilation’s Agent reveals the life and opinions of Edwin L. Chalcraft (1855-1943), a superintendent in the federal Indian boarding schools during the critical period of forced assimilation in the …

In 1871 Jennie Collins became one of the first working-class American women to publish a volume of her own writings: Nature’s Aristocracy. Merging autobiography, social criticism, fictionalized vigne …

In 1953 young surgeon Robert H. Ruby began work as the chief medical officer at the hospital on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. He began writing almost daily to his sister, describ …

Inspire and engage your students with this Lower Secondary Science course from Collins offering comprehensive coverage of the new curriculum framework including suggested practical investigations and …

Inspire and engage your students with this Lower Secondary Science course from Collins offering comprehensive coverage of the new curriculum framework including suggested practical investigations and …

Inspire and engage your students with this Lower Secondary Science course from Collins offering comprehensive coverage of the new curriculum framework including suggested practical investigations and …

Inspire and engage your students with this Lower Secondary Science course from Collins offering comprehensive coverage of the new curriculum framework including suggested practical investigations and …

Inspire and engage your students with this Lower Secondary Science course from Collins offering comprehensive coverage of the new curriculum framework including suggested practical investigations and …

Inspire and engage your students with this Lower Secondary Science course from Collins offering comprehensive coverage of the new curriculum framework including suggested practical investigations and …

Different types of birds eat different things to live. Some birds eat worms. Some eat fish. Find out what different birds need to eat to live. Paired to the fiction title Hungry For Worms. …

A team helps each other. A team works together. A team communicates. Find out how to be a team player. Paired to the fiction title My Favorite Sport. …

Many people make rules. Learn about who makes the rules and why we need rules. Paired to the fiction title Not Yet!. …

Our senses help us discover things at the beach. Learn what you can hear, see, smell, and touch at the beach. Paired to the fiction title Wally and Molly Go to the Beach. …

Many people make rules in different situations. Let”s explore the people who make rules and why we need them! The Mi Mundo (My World) series is perfect for young learners in prekindergarten through …

Different types of birds eat different things to live. Some birds eat worms. Some eat fish. Find out what different birds need to eat to live. Paired to the fiction title Hungry For Worms. …

Different types of birds eat different things to live. Some birds eat worms. Some eat fish. Find out what different birds need to eat to live. Paired to the fiction title Hungry For Worms. …

Many people make rules. Learn about who makes the rules and why we need rules. Paired to the fiction title Not Yet!. …

Many people make rules. Learn about who makes the rules and why we need rules. Paired to the fiction title Not Yet!. …

Our senses help us discover things at the beach. Learn what you can hear, see, smell, and touch at the beach. Paired to the fiction title Wally and Molly Go to the Beach. …

Our senses help us discover things at the beach. Learn what you can hear, see, smell, and touch at the beach. Paired to the fiction title Wally and Molly Go to the Beach. …

A team helps each other. A team works together. A team communicates. Find out how to be a team player. Paired to the fiction title My Favorite Sport. …

A team helps each other. A team works together. A team communicates. Find out how to be a team player. Paired to the fiction title My Favorite Sport. …

Do you ever feel scared? Find out why Deon is scared and how he deals with feelings. This title focuses on making predictions and retelling. …

Do you ever feel angry? Find out why Iza is angry and how she deals with her feelings. This title focuses on making predictions and retelling. …

Do you ever feel sad? Find out why Carlos is sad and how he deals with his feelings. This title focuses on making predictions and retelling. …

What makes you feel happy? Find out all the different things that make Mia happy. This title focuses on making predictions and retelling. …

Our senses help us discover things at the beach. Learn what you can hear, see, smell, and touch at the beach. Paired to the fiction title Wally and Molly Go to the Beach. …

Different types of birds eat different things to live. Some birds eat worms. Some eat fish. Find out what different birds need to eat to live. Paired to the fiction title Hungry For Worms. …

A team helps each other. A team works together. A team communicates. Find out how to be a team player. Paired to the fiction title My Favorite Sport. …

Our senses help us discover things at the beach. Learn what you can hear, see, smell, and touch at the beach. Paired to the fiction title Wally and Molly Go to the Beach. …

Different types of birds eat different things to live. Some birds eat worms. Some eat fish. Find out what different birds need to eat to live. Paired to the fiction title Hungry For Worms. …

A team helps each other. A team works together. A team communicates. Find out how to be a team player. Paired to the fiction title My Favorite Sport. …

Many people make rules in different situations. Let”s explore the people who make rules and why we need them! The Mi Mundo (My World) series is perfect for young learners in prekindergarten through …

Do you ever feel angry? What makes you feel that way? Learn what anger is and how to deal with it. …

Do you ever feel happy? What makes you feel that way? It’s good to be happy. It makes other people happy, too. …

Do you ever feel sad? What makes you feel that way? Learn how to cope with these feelings and turn your frown upside down. …

Do you ever get scared? What are some things that scare you? Learn about what it means to be scared and what you can do to make yourself feel better. …