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David Baird

    David Baird, a journalist and photographer, has explored the world through his work, dedicating the last three decades to the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa. His literary explorations often delve into Spanish themes, showcasing meticulous research into forgotten historical conflicts. His work, such as 'Between Two Fires,' unearths hidden narratives of guerrilla warfare and state cover-ups, revealing overlooked aspects of historical events. Baird's writing is distinguished by its deep investigative spirit and its ability to bring contentious historical moments to light.

    Things to do now that you're ... a dad
    A Thousand Paths to Long life
    Scoreboard Soccer
    Shakespeare at the Globe
    Seville & Andalusia
    Fiesta of Happiness
    • Seville & Andalusia

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Seville is one of the world's most enchanting cities - and this DK Eyewitness Travel Guide captures its charm perfectly through hundreds of photographs, maps and unique architectural drawings. With cutaways, floor plans, and 3-D aerial views, this updated and expanded edition provides full details of all the sights and districts in Seville and throughout Andalusia - including the Alhambra and Gibraltar. Four great days out of sightseeing, two specially devised walking tours through narrow streets, small squares and sumptuous courtyards, stunning photography, maps and illustrations ensure that whether you are visiting on a short stay or just want a flavour of the city, you won’t miss a thing. Discover where the locals go, enjoy relaxing entertainment, amazing museums, monuments, places of worship, retail therapy, beautiful parks, scenic walks, mouth-watering tapas and lively flamenco. All you need for an unforgettable trip.

      Seville & Andalusia
    • Shakespeare at the Globe

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      "A little book about Shakespeare's Globe, with quotes, illustrations and space for notes"--from p. [4] of cover.

      Shakespeare at the Globe
    • Foreword by Kevin Keegan. Scoreboard Soccer develops young players through play and praise. The Scoreboard adds incentive for players to develop positive behaviours, providing a fun challenge that runs parallel to learning the tactics and techniques of passing, dribbling, shooting, tackling. Inclusive and nurturing.

      Scoreboard Soccer
    • A Thousand Paths to Long life

      • 464 pages
      • 17 hours of reading
      3.6(15)Add rating

      The miracle is not to fly in the air, or to walk on the water, but to walk on the earth. This work takes a fresh look at traditional wisdom, providing 1000 inspiring thoughts on living a long and fulfilling life. It contains insights into the dimensions of how we can attempt to achieve long life.

      A Thousand Paths to Long life
    • Things to do now that you're ... a dad

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Learn how to embark on your new role as a dad with these original and inspirational tips and ideas.  The truth is that there are so many things you can do now your a Dad! And Things to do now that you're...a Dad offers 600 fun, practical and easy-to-do ideas of how you and your offspring can have the time of your lives.

      Things to do now that you're ... a dad
    • Detailing 1000 of the most memorable, moving, funny, astonishing, and romantic moments ever acted out upon the big screen, this fascinating book is a tribute to the enduring magic of the movies.

      1000 Moments That Matter: 1000 Great Movie Moments
    • Part of the Eyewitness Travel Guides series, this guide to Seville and Andalusia can be used when preparing for a trip, whilst travelling around the area and as a souvenir afterwards. It offers information, maps, cutaways of buildings and illustrations to help the traveller.

      Eyewitness Travel Guides: Seville & Andalusia
    • Smile and the World Smiles with You

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      This gorgeous book is the perfect present for any animal lover. More than forty photographs of pets and wild animals with cheeky grins on their faces are brought together with literary excerpts to entertain and enlighten us.

      Smile and the World Smiles with You
    • These collections of encouraging thoughts and comforting words offer a fresh perspective on the human experience in a striking format that features details from Japanese prints and textiles and four-color metallic ink. Bringing together a wide range of voices, ancient and modern, from both the East and West, each volume serves as a powerful reminder that the key to a contented life lies with the individual. Theological and philosophical thoughts from Greek mythology, Eastern and Western religion, proverbs, art, and literature offer wisdom, inspiration, and solace. Among the featured leaders, philosophers, artists, and scientists are William Butler Yeats, Salvador Dali, Benjamin Franklin, Mother Teresa, Plato, and Einstein.

      A Thousand Paths to Happiness