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Bede's Reads READ AROUND WHETHER YOU PREFER FICTION OR NON-FICTION, SCIENCE OR HUMANITIES, FUNNY ANECDOTES OR SERIOUS OBSERVATIONS, EVEN IF YOU DON'T THINK READING IS YOUR CUP OF TEA, THERE ARE PLENTY OF BOOKS OUT THERE THAT WILL INSPIRE YOU AND BRING YOU JOY, AND THEY MIGHT NOT ALWAYS BE THE ONES YOU EXPECT. List compiled by Sarah Evans, Librarian, Bede's Senior School. Book blurbs courtesy of Waterstones.com. Book Bingo SOMETIMES, BY SETTING YOURSELF A CHALLENGE, YOU CAN ADD AN ELEMENT OF FUN TO AN ACTIVITY YOU MIGHT NOT OTHERWISE ENJOY. WHY NOT PLAY BOOK BINGO OVER THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS AND SEE HOW MANY OF THE SQUARES BELOW YOU CAN TICK OFF? JUST FILL IN THE TITLE OF THE BOOK IN THE CORRESPONDING SQUARE WHEN YOU'VE FINISHED IT. GET YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS INVOLVED TOO, TO ADD A LITTLE COMPETITION TO THE MIX. A book with a A book set in a A book that A book FEMALE HIGH became based on a HEROINE SCHOOL A MOVIE MYTH A book with a A book that A A book about a ONE-WORD addresses BIOGRAPHY HISTORICAL TITLE CLIMATE or EVENT CHANGE MEMOIR A A book with a A book A book with DYSTOPIAN BLUE written by a more than book cover PERSON OF 300 PAGES COLOUR A book with an Your best A book with A book that LGBTQ+ friend's the word explores character FAVOURITE 'FIRE' MENTAL book in the title HEALTH Animal Management When Sean Flynn's neighbour in North Carolina texted, "Any chance you guys want a peacock? No kidding!" he stared bewilderedly at his phone. He had never considered whether he wanted a peacock. But as an award-winning magazine writer, this kind of mystery intrigued him. So he became the owner of not one but three charming yet fickle birds: Carl, Ethel, and Mr. Pickle. At turns comically absurd and deeply poignant, 'Why Peacocks?' blends lively, insightful memoir and illuminating science journalism to answer the title's question. Each of these 16 essays investigates a different famous animal named and immortalised by humans. Here are the starling that inspired Mozart with its song, Darwin's tortoise Harriet and, in an extraordinary essay, Jumbo the elephant (and how they tried to electrocute him). Modelled loosely on a medieval bestiary, these witty, playful, provocative essays traverse history, myth, science and more, introducing a stunning new writer to British readers. History is full of strange animal stories invented by the brightest and most influential, from Aristotle to Disney. But when it comes to understanding animals, we've got a long way to go. You've probably never considered that moose get drunk and that penguins are notorious cheats. This is an astonishing and laugh-out-loud funny book that will ensure you never look at the animal kingdom in the same way again. Scientists are confident that there is alien life across the universe yet we have not moved beyond our perception of 'aliens' as Hollywood stereotypes. Might there be an alien planet with supersonic animals? Will they scream with fear, act honestly, or have technology? Is the universe swarming with robots? Dr Kershenbaum uses cutting-edge science to paint an entertaining and compelling picture of extra-terrestrial life. This is the story of how life really works, on Earth and in space. If you are lucky, you might meet an animal that wants to talk to you. If you are even luckier, you might meet an animal that takes the time and effort to get to know you. Such relationships can teach us not only about the animal in question, but also about language and about ourselves. From how prairie dogs describe intruders in detail, including their size, shape, speed and the colour of their hair and T-shirts, to how bats like to gossip, to the impressive greeting rituals of monogamous seabirds, this is a fascinating and philosophical exploration of the ways animals communicate with each other, and with us. Art Warhol sought out all the most glamorous figures of his times despite being burdened with an almost crippling shyness. Behind the public glitter of the artist's Factory, with its superstars, drag queens and socialites, there was a man who guarded the privacy of his home and overcame the vicious homophobia of his youth to become a symbol of gay achievement. Filled with new insights into the artist's work and personality, this book asks: Was he a joke or a genius, a radical or a social climber? As Warhol himself would have answered: Yes. Aimed at all who travel to learn about new places and cultures, this book gathers together hundreds of unforgettable art experiences around the world, acting as an inspirational travel guide for anyone interested in art. From the Lightning Field in New Mexico to an art island in Japan, expert guide Yolanda Zappaterra leads us on a comprehensive, worldwide tour of bucket list destinations for every season. Divided into sections by continent, the book is a thrilling cultural journey, an insider's guide to the visual arts that suggests different ways to experience art beyond the usual galleries and institutions. 'Pencils You Should Know' traces the evolution of pencils over time and across the globe. From the humble, handcrafted pencil of the 19th century to the novelty writing implement of the 1990s, each object in this book tells a different story. Follow the history of 75 different pencils, and discover everything you need to know about this simple yet ingenious invention. A great book for pencil collectors, admirers, historians, artists, writers - basicaly anyone who gets excited about the new Palomino Blackwing or a perfectly sharpened No. 2 Ticonderoga. Style luminary Charlie Porter takes us on an invigorating, eye-opening journey through the iconic outfits worn by artists, in the studio, on stage, at work, at home and at play, revealing details in the clothes he encounters, weaving together a new way of understanding artists, and of dressing ourselves. Part love letter, part guide to chic, and featuring generous photographic spreads, this is both a manual and a manifesto, a radical, gleeful, inspiration to see the world anew - and find greater pleasure and possibility in the clothes we all wear. Hook takes the lid off the world of art dealing to reveal the brilliance, cunning, greed and daring of its practitioners, and describes the rise and occasional fall of the extraordinary men and women who over the centuries have made it their business to sell art to kings, merchants, nobles, entrepreneurs and museums. Philip Hook's history is one of human folly and duplicity, interspersed with ingenuity, inspiration and acts of heroism. This book is learned, witty and irresistibly readable. Business & Economics "At the cost of who I truly was. I played the business game for years, where the rules were set by men for men. I was tough and aggressive. I put in long hours, was competitive and resilient. But I suppressed my natural energy, sensitivity and instinct. I worked like this until I couldn't any more. And then I changed. My team and I rebuilt my business on the values that matter. Now I want to share what I've learned through my own experiences. It's time to create an unstoppable force for change. A feminine force." -Mary Portas In his new book, Harford once again brings us an array of remarkable, memorable, curious and often unexpected 'things' - inventions that teach us lessons by turns intimate and sweeping about the complex world economy we live in today. From the brick, blockchain and the bicycle, to fire, the factory and fundraising, and from solar PV and the pencil to the postage stamp, this brilliant and enlightening collection resonates, fascinates and stimulates. It is a wonderful blend of insight and inspiration from one of Britain's finest non-fiction storytellers. Humans invented money from nothing, so why can't we live without it? And why does no one understand what it really is? In this lively tour through the centuries, Jacob Goldstein charts the story of this paradoxical commodity, exploring where money came from, why it matters and whether bitcoin will still exist in 20 years. Full of interesting stories and quirky facts - from the islanders who used huge stones as a means of exchange to the merits of universal basic income - this is an indispensable handbook for anyone curious about how money came to make the world go round. For a new generation of fiercely independent and ambitious career women, going it alone and even thinking you could launch your own successful business remains a pipe dream. The business world, and the start-up scene in particular, remains ruthless, unwelcoming and scary. 'She Made It' is the secret weapon you need. With honesty, practicality and a helping of epic and successful women in business, this book offers you a voice of reason and encouragement. It is your go-to guide to launching your own business, as well as to finding your feet and voice as a woman in business. In 2015, rumours began circulating that billions of dollars had been stolen from a Malaysian investment fund. The mastermind of the heist was 27-year-old Jho Low who stole the money, right under the nose of global financial industry watchdogs. He used it to finance elections, purchase luxury real estate, throw champagne-drenched parties, and bankroll Hollywood films. Read about how this silver-tongued con man emerged from obscurity to pull off one of the most audacious financial heists the world has ever seen.