The Ravens
- 476 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Christopher Robbins Books
Christopher Robbins honed his journalistic talents from a young age, beginning with jazz criticism for the Daily Telegraph and continuing to write for numerous publications across Britain, Europe, and the USA. His acclaimed works are celebrated for their wit and insightful narratives, earning significant critical praise and reader admiration. Robbins possesses a distinctive ability to captivate audiences, whether delving into historical events or embarking on vivid travelogues. His transition from journalism to compelling literary storytelling highlights his unique voice and enduring appeal.
All aboard the dino train! Join Brachiosaurus, Triceratops, and Velociraptor on a train ride that teaches fun facts about the adorable alphabetized dinos aboard this 56-inch fold-out train (perfect for playtime or room decor)! Printed on both sides with boldly colored and hilarious dinosaur illustrations, the book includes a handy velcro clasp to keep everything snuggly shut when reading time is over. A perfect interactive primer for teaching dinosaur names and letter sounds to kids, Dino Train provides that colorful, educational, and toy-like experience that makes learning fun.
The Empress Of Ireland
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
A brilliantly funny and moving memoir which is also a wonderful portrait of one of the last great eccentrics: the Irish film director Brian Desmond Hurst.
The Natural Pharmacy
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Plants, animals and minerals have formed the basis of natural remedies for centuries, and many drugs in orthodox medicine are still derived from them. This book explores the diverse medicinal uses of 230 key ingredients, ranging from garlic to centipedes. A reference guide profiles each ingredient, describing its origins, its therapeutic properties and the disorders it is used to treat.
Kazakhstan is the most surprising country on earth, and certainly one of the most tolerant. The only thing most people know about Kazakhstan is that it is homeland to Borat - and he isn't even real.
A board book and fold-out 132cm train for music lovers of every age! Each train car is filled to capacity with different music groups and their instruments.
Apples are from Kazakhstan
- 296 pages
- 11 hours of reading
"A captivating read notable for off-the-cuff candor and measured, eloquent prose."-Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Did you know elephants have parades, camels have caravans, and porcupines have prickles? From a shoal of aardvarks to a zeal of zebras, kids can learn the names of animal groups in this adorable padded board book. With bright, trendy illustrations and plenty of hidden puns, An Amalgam of Animals showcases punny animal families of all kinds from A to Z. Whether it’s a smack, a barrel, or a zeal!
A worldwide bestseller when it was originally published, this reissue ties-in with the 1990 film starring Mel Gibson. From the author of "The Ravens", this novel is about a secret airline run by the CIA and sent out on dangerous missions. The text is illustrated with shots taken from the film.
In Search of Kazakhstan
The Land that Disappeared
AS SEEN ON RICHARD AND JUDY. The only thing most people know about Kazakhstan is that homeland to Borat - and he isn't even real. Actually this vast place - the last unknown inhabited country in the world - is far more surprising and entertaining. For one thing, it is as varied as Europe, combining stupendous wealth, grinding poverty, exotic traditions and a mad dash for modernity. Crisscrossing a vanished land, Christopher Robbins finds Eminem by a shrinking Aral Sea, goes eagle-hunting by helicopter, visits the scene of Dostoyevsky's doomed first love, takes up residence beside one-time neighbour Leon Trotsky and visits some of the most beautiful, unspoilt places on earth.
