Posted by Notcot on Jan 25, 2013 in
Steampunk
The Lizardine Empire is under threat. When Mycroft Holmes is murdered in London, it is up to retired shadow executive Smith to track down his killer – and stumble on the greatest conspiracy of his life. Mycroft’s protege, returns from Abyssinia with an ancient device that summons deadly, giant tripods. Across the ocean, a young Harry Houdini faces death…and the return of an enemy once thought vanquished. File Under: Steampunk [ Alternate History! | Victorians Bite | End Of Days | Oooo-Laaaaah ] “The juicy backstory is unfolded by Tidhar, making it a key part of what makes the narrative so compelling…skilful, clever and hugely enjoyable. 4 ****” – SFX Magazine
Price : £ 6.39
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Tags: 163, abyssinia, alternate history, backstory, bk, Bookman, end of days, great game, harry houdini, histories, mycroft holmes, sfx, summons, tripods, Victorians
Posted by Notcot on Jan 25, 2013 in
Gadgets
Bring a little Mediterranean sunshine into your home or garden by growing your own olives. All you need to cultivate your olive plant is in this gift box including starter growing pots compost discs seeds and a booklet of growing tips. ; Whatever the weather your olive tree will be there to remind you of warmer climes. ; ; Disclaimer: ; This pack contains real plant seeds origin UK. The plant seeds can die before or after germination. Please plant your seeds as soon as possible. Due to the varying nature of the conditions that the plant seeds are stored and grown in neither Gift Republic Ltd nor any other company supplying this gift pack can accept any liability in relation to the non performance of the seeds or coir disks and pots. This is a novelty gift and must be regarded as such.
Price : £ 3.49
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Tags: Gift, Grow, Olives
Posted by Notcot on Jan 25, 2013 in
Steampunk
WHEN GEORGE’S FATHER DIED, HE LEFT GEORGE HIS WATCHMAKER SHOP – AND MORE. But George has little talent for watches and other infernal devices. When someone tries to steal an old device from the premises, George finds himself embroiled in a mystery of time travel, music and sexual intrigue. The classic steampunk tale from the master of the genre. With a new introduction by the author, and an afterword by Jeff Vandermeer.
Price : £ 7.99
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Tags: 163, afterword, Genre, infernal devices, jeff vandermeer, Mystery, premises, robot, sexual intrigue, time travel, travel music, watches, watchmaker shop
Posted by Notcot on Jan 25, 2013 in
Gadgets
Festooned with awards for design comfort and portability the Ergolife instant chair is the ultimate in portable seating. It’s so beautifully made (well that’s the Swedes for you) and remarkably comfortable that it’s no surprise it’s recommended by Swedish physiotherapists. Ok that’s more than enough blathering on about the Swedes charming as they no doubt are this is all about a miraculous chair. Handmade in varnished birch and canvas the chair lives in a small carry sack and when you need a rest all you do is roll it out and plop down in it. Whether you’re on the beach in the park chilling in the garden camping hiking fishing watching a concert whatever you no longer have to endure hard and uncomfortable ground. It’s as happy on sand as it is on hard rock just sit back and relax in comfort wherever you are. Lob it in the back of the car and you’ll have a luxurious seat whenever you’re out and about though you may find people want to nick it as it’s the hottest selling portable seating around. To get the most comfortable and most solid support wiggle your bottom as far back into the chair as you can – you’ll know it’s right when you feel incredibly comfy! Handmade in varnished birch and canvas textile Designed for strength and durability Lightweight and portable Winner of copious awards Recommended by Swedish physiotherapists Specifically positioned slats to support the back regardless of body size Comes with a carry sack Carries weights up to about 22 stone (~140kg) Size rolled up: 40×10 cm Available in black.
Price : £ 22.99
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Tags: 163, birch, camping hiking, canvas textile, Chair, durability, Ergolife, fishing, hard rock, no doubt, physiotherapists, slats, swedes, Weights, wiggle
Posted by Notcot on Jan 24, 2013 in
Cult Film
This is the first play adaptation of the classic novel and cult film. It premiered in April 2000 at the Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, starring Kathleen Turner as Mrs Robinson California in the 60s. Benjamin’s got excellent grades, very proud parents and, since he helped Mrs Robinson with her zipper, a fine future behind him…A cult novel, a classic film, a quintessential hit of the 60s, now Benjamin’s disastrous sexual odyssey is brought vividly to life in this world stage premiere production.”Terry Johnson is that rare creature: a moralist with wit. He writes with responsible gaiety” (Guardian)
Price : £ 9.99
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Tags: 99read, classic film, classic novel, Cult Film, cult novel, gaiety, gielgud theatre, Graduate, kathleen turner, Modern, moralist, mrs robinson, Plays, premiere production, proud parents, rare creature, sexual odyssey, shaftesbury avenue
Posted by Notcot on Jan 24, 2013 in
Gadgets
Delivery directly by Team McLaren Ltd., England. Genuine Hugo Boss Shoe – as worn by the team and drivers during the 2007 season. Leather laced shoe, with perforated design allowing breathability. Suede upper with Vodafone McLaren Mercedes logo on side and Vodafone quotation mark on the carbon fibre look heel with pull tab. Mesh inner lining with Boss logo on the tongue and circuit map on the insole. Flexible rubber sole with tread detail.
Price : £ 99.95
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Tags: 163, England, flexible rubber, hugo boss, map, mercedes logo, mesh, quotation mark, team mclaren, team shoe, Tongue, Vodafone, vodafone mclaren mercedes
Posted by Notcot on Jan 24, 2013 in
Steampunk
WHEN GEORGE’S FATHER DIED, HE LEFT GEORGE HIS WATCHMAKER SHOP – AND MORE. But George has little talent for watches and other infernal devices. When someone tries to steal an old device from the premises, George finds himself embroiled in a mystery of time travel, music and sexual intrigue. The classic steampunk tale from the master of the genre. With a new introduction by the author, and an afterword by Jeff Vandermeer.
Price : £ 7.99
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Tags: 163, afterword, Genre, infernal devices, jeff vandermeer, Mystery, premises, robot, sexual intrigue, time travel, travel music, watches, watchmaker shop
Posted by Notcot on Jan 24, 2013 in
Gadgets
Tags: 163, dangerous book
Posted by Notcot on Jan 24, 2013 in
Gadgets
Because it’s always a good time to crack open a beer file your nails do some light DIY and while you’re at it shackle things to yourself we’ve come up with this great bundle of keyring gadgets that allows you to do all of those things. The Key Tool has no less than 8 tools including a bottle opener a nail file and three different sized screwdrivers and slots very neatly over whichever key you fix it to – perfect for on-the-spot jobs. The multi-clip shackle allows you to attach and easily detach whatever else you might need on your exceptionally useful key ring. Features: This Key Tool and Shackle bundle tackles a surprisingly large amount of tasks The Key Tool has a nail file tweasers wire cutters and a bottle opener amongst its arsenal Includes 3 different sized screwdrivers: Eyeglass screwdriver medium screwdriver and a large screwdriver Use the shackle to attach your other keys easily or attach whatever else you think should be on your key ring Winner of the Gift of the Year 2011 Suitable for ages 18+ Size: As big as your bog-standard house key
Price : £ 9.99
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Tags: 163, Arsenal, bottle opener, DIY, Gadgets, good time, jobs, key ring, medium screwdriver, nail file, nails, nbsp, screwdrivers, slots, wire cutters
Posted by Notcot on Jan 24, 2013 in
Cult Film
This is the first play adaptation of the classic novel and cult film. It premiered in April 2000 at the Gielgud Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, starring Kathleen Turner as Mrs Robinson California in the 60s. Benjamin’s got excellent grades, very proud parents and, since he helped Mrs Robinson with her zipper, a fine future behind him…A cult novel, a classic film, a quintessential hit of the 60s, now Benjamin’s disastrous sexual odyssey is brought vividly to life in this world stage premiere production.”Terry Johnson is that rare creature: a moralist with wit. He writes with responsible gaiety” (Guardian)
Price : £ 9.99
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Tags: Cult Film, cult novel, gielgud theatre, Graduate, Modern, Plays, sexual odyssey, shaftesbury avenue