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Churchill's description of the fall of Singapore on 15 February 1942, after Lt-Gen Percival's surrender led to over 100,000 British, Australian and Indian troops falling into the hands of the Japanese, was no wartime exaggeration. The Japanese had promised that there would be no Dunkirk in Singapore, and its fall led to imprisonment, torture and death for thousands of allied men and women. With much new material from British, Australian, Indian and Japanese sources, Colin Smith has woven together the full and terrifying story of the fall of Singapore and its aftermath. Here, alongside cowardice and incompetence, are forgotten acts of enormous heroism; treachery yet heart-rending loyalty; Japanese compassion as well as brutality from the bravest and most capricious enemy the British ever had to face.

First published in 1964, this is not just a chronicle or encyclopaedia, but deals thoroughly in turn with meaning, view about reason, and views about values, particularly moral values. The author's knowledge of French literature is extensive and thorough, and a feature of the book is his analysis of the philosophical implications of literary works by Sartre, Paul Valery, Camus and others.

First published in 1964, this is not just a chronicle or encyclopaedia, but deals thoroughly in turn with meaning, view about reason, and views about values, particularly moral values. The author's knowledge of French literature if extensive and thorough, and a feature of the book is his analysis of the philosophical implications of literarry wroks by Sartre, Paul Valery, Camus and others.

The Poema de mio Cid is in all respects a major text of early Spanish literature and an epic of great power. Its origins and authorship have long been a subject of dispute among scholars and this book, firmly based on rigorous research, proposes the view that the Poema was a wholly new work of the early thirteenth century written by a single author, Per Abad. The author argues that it was the first epic to be composed in Castilian and he examines the sources that the poet used for the structure of his work, for his rhetoric and for his metrical system. Throughout the work Professor Smith seeks not only to combat the competing 'traditionalist' and 'oralist' viewpoints, but also to give as clear a picture as possible of the cultural background in which the Poema was written and to enhance the standing of a remarkable poet.

Genuinely new story of the Second World War - the full account of England's last war against France in 1940-42.

Does turning the thermostat down on a winter's night offset the costs of reheating the house in the morning? What will best prevent energy loss: new windows or insulation in the attic? Is heating oil cheaper than natural gas? Blending science with anecdote and example, Colin Smith answers questions like these, providing an insightful guide to creating an environmentally friendly home without sacrificing comfort. This Cold House helps homeowners identify heating and cooling priorities and choose the most appropriate methods, tools, and equipment. Basic equations allow you to estimate possible savings in annual heating and cooling bills and determine payback times for improvement projects. Practical and entertaining, This Cold House illuminates the concepts behind energy efficiency and translates them into ideas you can use, whether you live in a castle, igloo, or house.

This volume gathers together extracts from texts in Latin, Hispanic vernaculars, and French, concerning the relations of the Christians and Moors in Spain in the first four hundred years of their co-existence in the Peninsula. An effort has been made to illustrate aspects other than the exclusively military. The texts are both historical and 'literary' (this distinction not being one that the medieval mind would make) and in both prose and verse; they are arranged in order of the events to which they refer, not by date of composition. The purpose is to make these texts available in a form not previously attempted, to all who are interested in this fascinating period, but may be unable to read the original languages or may not have access to the published sources. Each text has a facing translation and introductory section with notes on the background and on textual difficulties. There is also a general introduction and a short booklist.

The two previous volumes draw a fascinating picture of the confrontation between the Christians and Moors in Spain from the Christian side. This volume attempts to redress the balance by describing many of the same incidents from the Muslims' point of view. The close intermingling of Christians and Moors, whether in love, in politics or in the common enjoyment of popular festivals, helps to account for the unique character of Islamic society in the Iberian Peninsula. Extracts from Arabic sources cover the relations between Christians and Moors in Spain over nearly 800 years. Apart from military encounters, some attention is paid to diplomacy, and also to lawsuits, legal judgments and regulations governing the co-existence of the rival communities. These not only reveal the fundamental differences between the two sides, but show how, in many cases, the divisions were not as clear-cut as the jurists and theologians would have wished. Only a handful of these texts have ever been translated into English before, and it is hoped that this selection will make a contribution to the understanding of this remarkable period in Spanish and Islamic history.

Heaven and Hell? Damnation and Salvation? In the end, it doesn't matter how you live: It only matters where you die... A dark, theological fantasy, The Fifth Horseman follows a deeply flawed young man, Emil LaFey, from the wreckage of his personal life into the realms of the Diabolical, the Divine, the Don't-Give-A-Damn, and back again. Having demanded - and received - an invitation to Heaven, Emil and his entourage find that salvation's rewards come at a cost, not least of which is loyalty. Caught between d j vu, Nightmares (and Terrors), and memories that aren't actually his own, it's time for Emil to learn how the other half 'live'.

Consumer drones and quadcopters have become the hottest new gear in photography, whether you're a professional photographer or an amateur shooter. These "flying tripods" have given photographers the ability to place their cameras virtually anywhere they want, creating still images and video footage that were previously impossible to capture. Many photographers have a drone or quadcopter right at the top of their "I want" list. And many others have already purchased a drone a bit ahead of the curve.No matter what model one may own-DJI, 3DR, Yuneec, GoPro-all of these photographers need to learn how to put this new gear to good use in their aerial photography. They need to learn how to safely operate and fly a drone, how to create compelling photos and video, and how to make their work stand out from the crowd in this exciting new field.The Photographer's Guide to Drones explains everything photographers need to know about drones and quadcopters in order to take their photography to new levels...literally.

Learn to master your drone the gear, the technique, the photography, the video and create jaw-dropping visuals! Over the last few years, drones and quadcopters have become the hottest new gear in photography, whether you re a professional photographer or an amateur shooter. These 'flying tripods' have given photographers the ability to place their cameras virtually anywhere they want, creating still images and video footage that was previously impossible to capture. Many photographers have a drone or quadcopter right at the top of their 'I want' list. And many others have already purchased a drone but haven t mastered its use yet. No matter what model you may own whether that s a popular Mavic, Mini, Air, or Phantom from DJI, or another brand you need to learn how to put this new gear to good use in your aerial photography. You need to learn how to safely operate and fly a drone, how to create compelling photos and video, and how to make your work stand out from the crowd. In this fully updated and revised edition of the bestselling first edition, photographer and bestselling author Colin Smith guides you toward mastering your drone and creating powerful and impactful imagery. Featuring his award-winning and beautiful aerial photography throughout the book, Colin will teach you: How to fly a drone, including practice flight patterns and controller tips that will help you master the basics New rules of composition for aerial photography as they apply to drone and quadcopter imagery How to create the best files for both still photos and video Post-processing techniques both basic workflow and advanced techniques unique to aerial photography that you need to know, such as how to make videos look both dynamic and smooth. You ll learn everything you need to know about drones and quadcopters in order to take your photography to new levels literally!

Have you ever imagined the concrete benefits that you could have from a quick learning? If you could become better at communicating, if you were more creative or simply if you were able to quickly learn everything you've always wanted to know. Wouldn't it be great?In accelerated learning, you will discover pragmatic and actionable guidelines that will bring you a huge step closer to becoming a learning prodigy.-Discover a secret blueprint to become an information processing machine.-Discover simple yet decisive techniques to sharpen your learning instincts.-Cut thorough complexity with a proven toolbox conventional schools won't tell you.-Discover the one easy technique to master complexity.-Save your valuable time by processing information 2-3 times faster.-Double your reading speed and finish books within half of the time.-Dramatically improve your short- and long-term memory.If you're unfamiliar with the concept of accelerated learning, you may be going about your studies all wrong. Motivation is pivotal to success, but raw drive isn't enough to carry you ahead in life. Don't just work hard. Work smart, and you can realize any dream.

St Augustine said much more of note and these articles form a small selection and will give the reader not only an insight into this great Christian, but may whet the appetite to read more.

Palestine, 1917.A land of conflict. And a land of spies. As World War One rages on the killing fields of Flanders, another battle is playing out in the Holy Land. British forces invade a stronghold of the Ottoman Empire, fighting German officers, Arab conscripts and Turkish troops.But as the British armies advance, the Germans suspect they have a traitor within their ranks. An agent - code-named Daniel - is transmitting messages to the British from the heart of the German headquarters.If they can't stop him, the war will be lost. But as the Germans dig deeper, they discover an espionage ring called Nili made up of Zionist Jews supporting the British. They begin to close in on the ring.But will they ever unearth the true identity of Daniel?And what is the true purpose of the organisation known as Nili? In this gripping novel, Colin Smith interweaves the stories of British Tommies, German officers and Jewish nationals.In a tale of intrigue and espionage the hunt for Daniel turns into a race against time, as the British prepare to meet the Austrian troops on the brutal battlefield at Huj.Spies of Jerusalem brilliantly blends fact with fiction in a novel that will appeal to fans of Alan Furst and and John Le Carre.Praise for Colin Smith'Excitingly told, moving and rather chilling' - The Sunday Times.'A rumbustious thriller-spy-war story set in Palestine 1917, culminating in the cavalry charge by the Warwickshire and Worcestershire Yeomanry against Austrian artillery...his wide panorama is consistently interesting.' - The Financial Times.'He has captured marvellously well the atmosphere as well as the reality of the Middle East in 1917...As for the description of the famous charge at Huj, I defy any reader to control a rapid beating of the heart.' - The Daily Telegraph.'An excellently researched and well written saga...' - Yorkshire Evening Post.'A work of fiction cleverly woven around a cast of real-life characters and historical events... a good read.' - Coventry Evening Telegraph'Colin Smith brings two special talents to his recreation of Allenby's Palestine campaign: he was once a soldier and writes of the Other Ranks with insight and authenticity; and he spent much of his working life as The Observer's Middle East correspondent... more than an immensely readable tale, a vivid reminder that the countries of the Middle East have been formed in the crucible of treachery as well as battle.' - Esmond Wright. Contemporary Review.

Hans Koller is a young German obsessed by his father's Nazi past.He is also a leading member of an extreme left-wing Palestinian terrorist group known as the Front.His mission? To place a bomb in a crowded Chelsea street.But when the operation goes disastrously wrong, Koller suspects the Front has been infiltrated. But by whom? And for what deadly purpose?In a world where no one can be trusted, Koller's reputation as a ruthless killer has been compromised. And he is determined to get it back. Stephen Dove is a Midlands schoolteacher.His beautiful but promiscuous wife, Emma, is an accidental victim of Koller's Chelsea atrocity. After losing the woman he loves, Dove is desperate for vengeance.He begins as dogged, obsessive pursuit of the man he holds responsible for robbing him of his wife. An innocent caught up in a dangerous world, Dove tracks Koller across the Middle East, becoming entangled in the brutal world of international terrorism.Both men are seeking answers. But will they get them when they finally catch up with each other in a deadly spine-chilling shoot out?Or will they both end up as 'Collateral Damage'?'Collateral Damage' is a pulse-quickening thriller of politics, terrorism, love and revenge. It is perfect of fans of John Le Carre, Robert Harris and Frederick Forsyth.'Very well written, gripping...' New York Times.'A stunning debut... This finely observed book by a journalist who knows the Middle East well is bitter, compelling, and, one suspects, too true.' Library Journal'A suspenseful, carefully written and memorable novel.' - Playboy"For the unremitting chill of its violence, few novels match thsi...a top-rank thriller ...reflecting I suppose the insane chaos of a sick, sick world." Los Angeles Times'A convincing novel...one that is both informative and frightening. Highly recommended.' The Muncie Evening Press, Indiana'Smith knows the twisted ropes.' - The Observer.'Excellent and authentic... intricate background material and well-observed characterisation.' - The Birmingham Post.