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The extraordinary and engrossing debut novel set onboard the Trans-Siberian Express - available to pre-order now! It is said there is a price that every passenger must pay. A price beyond the cost of a ticket.It is the end of the 19th Century and the world is awash with marvels. But there is nothing so marvellous as the Wastelands: a terrain of terrible miracles that lies between Beijing and Moscow.Nothing touches this abandoned wilderness except the Great Trans-Siberian Express: an impenetrable train built to carry cargo across continents, but which now transports anyone who dares to cross the shadowy Wastelands.On to the platform steps a curious cast of characters: a grieving woman with a borrowed name, a famous child born on the train and a disgraced naturalist, all heading for the Great Exhibition in Moscow.But the old rules are changing, and there are whispers that the train isn't safe. As secrets and stories begin to unravel the passengers and crew must survive their journey through the Wastelands together, even as something uncontrollable seems to be breaking in . . .

The Great Trans-Siberian Express comes to life in a novel of wild imagination, perfect for fans of Piranesi, Babel and The Night Circus

When a catastrophic wildfire suddenly rips through a woman’s hometown, she thinks she is lucky to have survived . . . until she finds a dead woman in her driveway, clutching a piece of paper with her name on it. . . . The blaze came out of nowhere one summer afternoon, a wall of fire fed by blustering wind. Yet, somehow, Alison is alive. She rode out the fire on the damp tiles of her bathroom, her entire body swaddled in a wet woolen blanket. As flames crackled around her, the bitter char of eucalyptus settled in the back of her throat, each breath more desperate than the last. The wildfire that devastated the Victoria countryside Alison calls home sets in motion a chain of events that threatens to obliterate her carefully constructed life. When Alison emerges from her sheltering place, she spots a soot-covered cherry red car in her driveway, and in it, a dead woman. Alison has never met Simone Arnold in her life . . . or so she thinks. So what is Simone doing here? As Alison searches for answers across Australia’s scorched bushlands, she soon learns that the fire isn’t the only threat she’s facing. . . .

The thrilling scientific quest for almost limitless clean energy from nuclear fusion Since the 1950s, scientists have attempted to harness nuclear fusion - the process that creates the Sun's energy - to generate near-limitless amounts of electricity. But the fact that we still have no fusion power plants is testament to the complexities of the challenge. Now, the deepening climate crisis means that researchers around the world are in a race to create a mini-Sun here on Earth. The glittering prize is an energy source that emits no greenhouse gases and could solve energy equity and supply issues at a stroke. Sharon Ann Holgate, a former Young Professional Physicist of the Year, tells the compelling story of the ongoing scientific quest for a revolutionary new era of green energy production.

This guide serves as an essential resource for amateur astronomers, offering practical advice and insights to enhance their stargazing experience. It covers key topics such as equipment selection, observation techniques, and celestial phenomena. With clear explanations and tips, it empowers readers to deepen their understanding of the night sky and make the most of their astronomical pursuits.

The gripping story of 500 Squadron which was at the forefront of operations against the mighty Luftwaffe

Investigate Nature''s greatest predators: snakes, birds of prey, crocodilians and sharks, with 800 pictures.

A lively representation of the life and times of one of the world's great ancient civilisations. The Standard of Ur is one of the most famous objects to be discovered from ancient Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq). It was unearthed in a tomb in 1927 by Leonard Woolley during his archaeological excavations of the Royal cemetery of Ur. This beautifully illustrated short introduction tells the story of discovery and significance of this splendid object

Vivid imagery showcases the Earth's dynamic forces, highlighting the beauty and intensity of natural phenomena like eruptions and earthquakes. Engaging text provides insights into the science behind these events, detailing their causes and global impacts. Additionally, the book offers 19 hands-on experiments, allowing young readers aged 8-12 to simulate earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, making learning both interactive and fun.

A simple and clear how-to book for younger readers about light and how it works, with practical projects, accessible text and lively illustrations.