NEW BOOKS - Frankfurt Bookfair 2010

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Tom Ferris
IRISH RAILWAYS - A New History
This paperback edition of Tom Ferris’s critically acclaimed book provides many insights into the social and economic effects of the railways. This is a story rich in human interest, a tale of triumph and tragedy, superb achievement and monumental incompetence, which will appeal to all who have even a passing interest in this most romantic of inventions.
256pp (Gill & Macmillan)
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Jonathan Bardon
A HISTORY OF IRELAND IN 250 EPISODES
New revised edition of the critically acclaimed bestseller. Originally commissioned as a series of over 200 short radio programmes, the texts have now been re-edited and re-structured to provide a sweeping single narrative of Irish history from the end of the ice age to the peace settlement in Northern
Ireland.
544pp (Gill & Macmillan)
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Richard Killeen
HISTORIC ATLAS OF DUBLIN
This is a survey of the political, social and economic history of Dublin from earliest times to the present. It is splendidly illustrated with colour illustrations and maps and offers an accessible overview of the life of the city from earliest
times to the present day.
192pp - colour illustr.; PubDate: Nov. 2009 (Gill & Macmillan)
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Adam Brophy
THE BAD DAD'S SURVIVAL GUIDE
She says she’s pregnant. You sit and nod as she speaks for another thirty minutes. You hear only two words: ‘I’m pregnant.’ You go to a bookshop to find something, anything, that will help you understand the mixture of emotions currently bubbling like acid in your brain. How can you raise a child? This book is written for you, he who sees his life being stripped away. The Bad Dad. Read it and you might survive.
256pp (Gill & Macmillan)
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Tom Green and Amy J. Hunold-VanGundy
THE ULTIMATE RUNNER
Whether you are a casual weekend warrior in running shoes, a seasoned ultra marathoner, or something in between, you recognize the heart and passion of runners who are just like you. Serious, competitive athletes and those who just want to shed a few pounds will find common ground in The Ultimate Runner.
328pp - color photogr.; May 2010 (Health Communications)
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Todd Outcalt
THE ULTIMATE CHRISTIAN LIVING
Life can be a challenge in many ways, and those who follow in the footsteps of Jesus have a message to share—one filled with hope, faith, charity, and devotion. In The Ultimate Christian Living, you'll find solace in the true accounts of service to others, challenges faced, and overcoming through faith.
328pp - color photogr.; March 2010 (Health Communications)
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Marty Becker et al.
THE ULTIMATE BIRD LOVER
Whether your passion is for birds of prey or companions that play, you'll delight in these extraordinary stories about birds of all kinds. Seekers of avian encounters in the wild and infatuated pet owners celebrate the magic of these winged beauties through heartfelt stories, spectacular photos, and expert advice.
328pp - colot photogr.; February 2010 (Health Communications)
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Laurie Perry
CRAZY AUNT PURL'S HOME IS WHERE THE WINE IS
She’s back. And crazier than ever. In her debut narrative, Drunk, Divorced, & Covered in Cat Hair, Laurie Perry gave people a hilarious glimpse into her misadventures as a recent divorcee with three cats. Now she uncovers new adventures on knitting, cocktails, and crazy dates. A rousing read for knitters, cat lovers, or any woman who could use some more love - and laughs - in her life.
312pp; February 2010 (Health Communications)
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Dorothy Firman and Kevin Quirk
BRACE FOR IMPACT
"Brace for impact." Three simple words that proclaimed to all 150 passengers on board US Airways Flight 1549 on that cold, crisp New York afternoon of January 15, 2009, that their plane was about to go down in the icy Hudson River. This book takes you inside the hearts, minds, and souls of twenty-five passengers and first responders and what life is like after near death.
288pp; January 2010 (Health Communications)
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Joseph R. Cruse
I DON'T SMOKE - A Guidebook to Break Your Addiction to Nicotine
Using powerful and positive affirmations and methods for retraining the addicted brain, "I Don't Smoke!" offers real hope to those suffering from nicotine addiction by equating smoking cessation to a life-changing and joyful adventure and boasting a 72% success rate at the end of one year.
144pp; January 2010 (Health Communications)
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