Book Review by Deirdre "Cry the beloved country" by Alan Paton

 A deeply moving, poignant and lyrical story of forgiveness and hope that leaves a lasting impression. A worldwide success since its publication in 1948, the novel has been filmed twice and turned into a successful Broadway musical.

Book Review by Deirdre "An Encyclopedia of natural Medicine" by Michael Murray & Joseph Pizzorno

A wonderful guide to natural therapies and supplements for a range of ailments from A to Z, covering AIDS, diabetes, cancer, arthritis, heart disease, etc.

 

Book Review by Deirdre "Food" by Mary McCartney

Down-to-earth vegetarian home cooking. Straightforward vegetarian recipes for the whole family.

 

Book Review by Deirdre: "The Call and other stories" by Robert Westall

A caller from the grave, a haunted house, an avenging badger and a loathed moneylender brought to justice by an antique clock … all these and more in this collection of 6 tautly-written tales of the supernatural by the acclaimed young adult author Robert Westall

Book Review by Deirdre: Language in Danger by Andre Dalby

A fascinating, disturbing and thought-provoking study of how languages are dying out and the impact this has on cultural identity and diversity.

Book Review by Deirdre: Liberty Design 1874 - 1914 by Barbara Morris

A history of Liberty of London from 1874 to 1914.  Known chiefly for its textiles, Liberty was also originally famous for its furniture, ceramics and metalwork.  A very interesting and informative work with beautiful illustrations.

Book Review by Deirdre: Blue Remembered Hills by Rosemary Sutcliff

Acclaimed children's author, Rosemary Sutcliff's autobiography describing her early years up until the publication of her first book.  A wonderfully inspiring account of a remarkable woman who overcame a crippling disease and a lack of education to become a renowned author.

Book Review by Deirdre: Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones

Young Sophie Hatter works in a hat shop in the magical land of Ingary where cloaks of invisibility and seven-league boots are commonplace. Turned into an old woman by the Witch of the Waste and unable to tell anyone that she is under a spell, Sophie leaves home and, hoping to have the curse removed, forces her way into the moving castle of the notorious Wizard Howl.  A wonderfully imaginative and entertaining fantasy by a consummate storyteller.