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Women of the Revolution
By Kira Cochrane
Hardback
Published 24-Nov-2006
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A collection that brings together some of the very best of the "Guardian"'s feminist writing. It includes the newspaper's pioneering women's editor, Mary Stott, writing about Margaret Thatcher, Beatrix Campbell on Princess Diana, Suzanne Moore interviewing Camille Paglia, and Maya Jaggi interviewing Oprah Winfrey.
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Send Up the Clowns
By Simon Hoggart
Paperback
Published 28-Sep-2007
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A collection of parliamentary sketches that takes us from the departure of Tony Blair to the arrival of the grumpiest prime minister in recent history, through the expenses scandal - with its duck houses, moat cleaning and porn films - to the last election and the arrival of a new premiere, David Cameron, the man who hates the condom on his head.
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When a Billion Chinese Jump
By Jonathan Watts
Paperback
Published 01-Jul-2010
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With foul air, filthy water, rising temperatures and encroaching deserts, China is suffering an environmental disaster. This title presents a demonstration that - even with the crisis so severe, and the political scope so limited - the actions of individuals can make a difference.
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Who are We - and Should it Matter in the 21st Century?
By Gary Younge
Paperback
Published 03-Jun-2010
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Demonstrates that how we define ourselves affects every part of our lives: from violence on the streets to international terrorism; from changes in our laws to whom we elect; and, from our personal safety to military occupations.
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End of the Party
By Andrew Rawnsley
Hardback
Published 01-Mar-2010
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Takes up the New Labour story from the day of its second election victory in 2001. This title includes inside accounts of the key events from 9/11 and the Iraq War to the financial crisis and the parliamentary expenses scandal; and portraits of the main players. It also presents an account of the rise and fall of New Labour.
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Money Back Guaranteed
By Anna Timms
Paperback
Published 06-Jan-2006
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When was the last time you thought you deserved a refund? Or wanted to complain about the service you were getting? Whether it's insurance providers, internet services, travel agents or utility companies, this book shows you what can go wrong when, how to arm yourself against disaster and, should you fall victim, how best to get things fixed.
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Protestor's Handbook
By Bibi Van Der Zee
Paperback
Published 31-Mar-2006
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Are you angry with bankers and politicians for screwing up the economy? Are you concerned about global warming? Are you desperate to make your voice heard, but don't know where to start? This book shows exactly how to plan, launch and fund a campaign. It offers a step-by-step guidance on the way to put pressure on politicians and businesses.
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Eyewitness Decade
By Roger Tooth
Hardback
Published 29-Sep-2006
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From the inauguration of the London Eye in 2000 to the 2009 Copenhagen climate change summit, this book tells the story of the first ten years of the new millennium in a series of images that record the unfolding of major world events: 9/11, the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, the financial crisis of 2008, and President Obama's inauguration.
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What Went Wrong, Gordon Brown?
By Colin Hughes
Paperback
Published 06-Jan-2006
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Gordon Brown is one of the most influential politicians. Within his own party, he often seemed an unchallengeable power. This book answers the question: how did Gordon Brown let the New Labour supremacy slip so swiftly away?
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Home Stretch
By Erwin James
Paperback
Published 14-Apr-2005
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Nineteen years ago, Erwin James was sentenced to life imprisonment. Over the past 5 years, he has written powerfully about prison life for 'The Guardian' newspaper. 'The Home Stretch' picks up where 'A Life Inside' left off. It doesn't glorify wrongdoing, but sets out to answer some of the questions raised by his first collection of articles.
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