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    Thomas Pynchon
    March
    Elephant's Edge
    Inside the invisible
    Newport County AFC The First 100 Years
    Picturing Frederick Douglass
    • 2025

      A Schooling in Murder

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      From the author of The Ashes of London, comes a new historical mystery set in the last days of WWII England, May 1945 Monkshill Park School for Girls seems a world away from the violence that engulfed Europe during World War II. Yet its lonely, decaying grounds have witnessed a murder. Annabel Warnock, a teacher with a secretive past, left for the holidays and never came back. Both teachers and girls assume she simply walked out, but the truth is quite different. Her body tumbled from the Maiden's Leap, a viewpoint on the clifftop Gothic Walk, and was washed out to sea. But Annabel herself is still trapped at Monkshill, unable to move on. As she haunts the grounds and school, she discovers a hidden world - students, staff and servants are riven with deadly rivalries and dangerous tensions. And one of them is her killer...

      A Schooling in Murder
    • 2023

      Stuck Outside

      The Limits of Progressive Criminal Legal System Reform in an Inequitable Society

      • 148 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Exploring the intersection of identity and social circumstances, this book delves into how these factors shape individuals' experiences within the US criminal legal system. It examines the disparities faced by various groups and highlights the systemic issues that influence outcomes. Through a combination of case studies and theoretical insights, the narrative reveals the complexities of justice and the impact of societal structures on legal processes, ultimately advocating for a more equitable approach to criminal justice.

      Stuck Outside
    • 2023

      You Got This! is the ultimate guide to succeeding as an early career teacher. Whether you're searching for your first teaching job, meeting your new class or preparing for your first parents' evening, this book is full of advice and support to show you the ropes and lend a hand when you feel unsure. Covering all aspects of the Early Career Framework, it's the perfect guide to thriving in the initial stages of your career. Andrew Taylor, aka Mr T, is an experienced teacher and ECT mentor who manages the popular Twitter account @MrTs_NQTs. This book condenses years of mentorship and coaching to address the key areas that early career teachers ask about, including: - interviewing for your first position - meeting the needs of all pupils - preparing for statutory assessments - building positive relationships with teachers, TAs and parents - self-care, managing workload and setting career goals. With daily tips, coaching questions and case studies with real ECTs, this book will ensure success from the very start and help you remember that no matter the hurdles, you got this! You Got This! was Highly Commended in the CPD category at the Teach Secondary Awards 2023.

      You Got This!
    • 2023

      A celebration of the most remarkable acts of courtesy from the past and the present day

      How to Be Kind
    • 2023
    • 2023
    • 2022

      Focusing on the lesser-known Brontë family member, Andrew Taylor reinterprets the original works through a modern lens, employing a technique he calls 're-versioning.' This approach distills the essence of the Brontë rhetoric into sculpted lines and intricate sound patterns, akin to an architect transforming a traditional space into a minimalist design. With a blend of homage and innovation, Taylor's work resonates with contemporary themes, making it a significant contribution to literature while retaining a connection to its sources.

      NORTHANGERLAND Re-versioning the poetry of Branwell Brontë
    • 2021

      The Politics of the Yorkshire Miners

      • 348 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Focusing on the political dynamics within the Yorkshire Area of the National Union of Mineworkers, this book delves into the complexities of labor activism and political engagement among miners. It provides a comprehensive analysis of their organizational strategies, challenges, and the broader implications of their movements within the socio-political landscape of the time. The work serves as a critical resource for understanding the intersection of labor politics and regional identity in the context of Yorkshire's mining history.

      The Politics of the Yorkshire Miners
    • 2021

      Not There - Here

      • 90 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Exploring themes of travel, the collection takes readers on a journey from England to pre- and post-Brexit Europe, capturing experiences such as the arrival of the nightingale and European breakfasts. Through minimalist reflections, it highlights fleeting moments and the rhythm of modern travel, including fast trains to Paris and the movement along Montparnasse travelators. The use of the 280-character form adds a contemporary twist to the poetic expression, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty in both the journey and the details of everyday life.

      Not There - Here