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J.S. Bach: Violin Concertos
For over a decade, this brilliant musician has dazzled us with her earthy, gutsy recordings of the chamber music of Bach, Vivaldi and Mozart. Now she unveils her very own ensemble, the Wales-based Brecon Baroque, hand-picked from the cream…
Nerd Do Well by Simon Pegg
Charlie Pickering once said writing an autobiography is like ‘bringing yourself to climax into a rolled up picture of yourself’. Simon Pegg may well agree. In fact, he starts his own autobiography by admitting as much. This goes some way…
Monsoon: The Indian Ocean And The Battle For Supremacy In The 21st Century by Robert D. Kaplan
This book is about how the international patterns of power are changing in the Indian Ocean. The author argues that US foreign policy and influence will need to change from a predominant view of the regions of the Atlantic and…
Mr Badger and the Missing Ape by Leigh Hobbs
Mr Badger and the Missing Ape is the second book in a new series by much-loved author-illustrator Leigh Hobbs (Mr Chicken Goes to Paris and the Old Tom books). And although we’re only two books into the Mr Badger…
Isbells by Isbells
From out of nowhere…well, Belgium actually…comes a late contender for,if not album of the year,then certainly debut of theyear. Fans of Bon Iver,Fleet Foxes and all things folksy rejoice –for Isbells are the beardy new kids on theblock (or BNKOTB…
Lazarus Rising by John Howard
John Howard is the second longest serving prime minister in Australia’s history. His tenure lasted almost 12 years. His autobiography is essential reading for those interested in contemporary politics, in Australian history or the craft of practical politics.
The book…
Couleur Sur Paris by Nouvelle Vague
Couleur Sur Paris (Colours on Paris) is France’s Nouvelle Vague’s superb fourth album. Its title is based on a famous postcard collection and Oberkampf’s 1981 punk anthem, and reflects the exciting yet angsty period. While their previous albums have had…
The Orchard Book Of Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales by Martin Waddell and Emma Chichester Clark
We’ve seen some amazing author/illustrator combinations in the world of children’s books, but now two of our absolute favourites come together and make magic. Martin Waddell, probably best known for the classic Owl Babies, and Emma Chichester Clark, prolific…
The Secret Lives Of Princesses by Philippe Lechermeier and Rebecca Dautremer
‘Have you spotted princess Anne Phibian? Chatted with princess Babble Brooke? Or stumbled upon the Night Princess?’ Well if you have, then you’re a seasoned princess expert and you may not need this book (although a true lover must have…
Write About Love by Belle & Sebastian
It’s been seven years since Dear Catastrophe Waitress was the soundtrack to Readings Carlton on a Friday night. Much has changed in the interveningyears of side projects, such as the wonderful God Help the Girl record from last year.
We…
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