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In this captivating and engaging journey, the book explores the rich history behind one of the most celebrated festive seasons. From ancient Midwinter rituals and the festivals of Sol Invictus to Constantineâs creation of a Christian holiday and the medieval traditions of âmisrule,â the period around the solstice has always been a time for communal celebration. As these festive customs evolved across the globe, this book reveals the deeper story behind the glitz and joy, highlighting why Christmas has endured and continues to hold significance for us today, even amidst modern commercialism. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14213) Item Attributes Season Clearance

"On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me a partridge in a pear tree." Celebrate the magic of Christmas time with this well-loved traditional poem, The Twelve Days of Christmas, beautifully illustrated in a vibrant and eye-catching manner. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14212) Item Attributes Season Clearance

A Christmas classic and great childrenâs book, Elmerâs Christmas tells the story of Elmer and the Elephants. It's two days before Christmas Eve, the night Papa Red visits, and the young elephants are very excited. They choose a tree to decorate and prepare the presents for Papa Red to collect during the night to take to those who need them. But this year Elmer has a special treat in store for the young elephants, if they can keep quiet and out of sight... By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14211) Item Attributes Season Christmas

Jessica Moxham believed she was well-prepared for motherhood. With advice from friends and family, parenting books, and antenatal classes, she felt confident in her readiness. However, after giving birth, she encountered a different and more uncertain reality. Her son, Ben, was fighting for his life. Even after bringing him home from the hospital, the challenges were just beginning. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14206) Item Attributes Season Christmas

One of Barack Obama's Best Books of 2020. A chillingly personal and exquisitely wrought memoir of a daughter reckoning with the murder of her mother at the hands of her former stepfather, and the moving, intimate story of a poet coming into her own in the wake of a tragedy. With penetrating insight and a searing voice that moves from the wrenching to the elegiac, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Natasha Trethewey explores this profound experience of pain, loss, and grief as an entry point into understanding the tragic course of her mother's life and the way her own life has been shaped by a legacy of fierce love and resilience. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14204) Item Attributes Season Christmas

This book illustrates and describes 100 churches and chapels built in the UK since 1914, charting the development of buildings for worship. Published by the twentieth century society, The Twentieth Century Society is a British charity that campaigns for the preservation of architectural heritage from 1914 onwards. They provide support and advice to architects and planning authorities to protect the best twentieth-century architecture and design, whether through listing or sympathetic development and management. 208 pages. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14201) Item Attributes Season Christmas

This iconic book takes the story of James Greenwoodâs journey from farmer to vet, as it explores Jamesâ childhood pulling lambs on a hilltop farm as a child and having stick insects crawling out of his school uniform in class, to renting a flat behind a zoo in Jersey and finding himself treating a newborn baby elephant as a newly qualified vet. Written with his trademark warmth and humour, James offers a fascinating insight into the world of veterinary medicine with tales of treating cats and dogs, horses, pigs and cows, as well as delving deep into his relationship with his beloved and much-missed, one-eyed Labrador, Oliver. James Greenwood is a practicing veterinary surgeon, television presenter, devoted animal fanatic and a passionate ceramicist. He is a passionate advocate for the veterinary profession, animal welfare, conservation, mental health awareness and for LGBTQ equality. He currently lives in country England with his partner Mark and their rescue Labrador Dolly, plus hens, sheep and a couple of pigs. This is James' first book. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14200) Item Attributes Season Christmas

For too long, people suffering from leprosy were rejected by society and estranged from loved ones. In a remote island sanctuary in Northern Thailand, Trevor and Heather Smith dedicated their lives to changing this. This remarkable Australian couple battled floods, stigma, poverty and isolation in order to build a community of acceptance for people who had been 'thrown away'. Theirs is a story of resilience and faith, of pioneering medical and social innovation, and of dedication and perseverance 'against all odds' for 50 years. Most of all, it is a story of hope. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. ( 14356) Item Attributes Season Christmas

In BEHIND THE TEARS Dr Bruce Robinson discusses the different types of suffering that people experience today, how to understand why God allows it and, importantly, how to survive it. He also provides advice for the family members, friends and for churches when someone in their midst is suffering - i.e. 'how to help not hurt'. Finally he talks about how anyone can grow from suffering into a warmer, brighter future. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14303) Item Attributes Season Clearance

This board book is packed full of vividly bright illustrations by Sally Ann Wright and Honor Ayres making it perfect for baby's introduction to the Bible. Baby will love looking at the animals and people that all 28 pages bring to life. Enjoy some of the best-known and loved bible stories. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14299) Item Attributes Season Clearance

Offers readers a soul-nourishing journey through the Advent and Christmas seasons, with heartfelt prayers and reflections inspired by Sarah Young's bestselling devotional, Jesus Calling. This beautifully crafted book has garnered praise for its poignant messages, uplifting prayers, and the way it invites readers to draw closer to the heart of Christ during the holiday season. This inspired alternative to the classic notion of an advent calendar has become a cherished companion for individuals and families seeking to cultivate a deeper spiritual connection and remind themselves of the true values of Christmas. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14298) Item Attributes Season Clearance

Authored by relationship counsellor Gary Chapman, this insightful book explores the five unique ways individuals express and experience love: Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch. Through real-life examples and practical advice, Chapman guides readers in understanding their own love language and that of their partner, fostering deeper connections and stronger relationships. Discover the keys to unlocking heartfelt communication, intimacy, and mutual understanding, and embark on a journey toward a more fulfilling and enduring love. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (14296) Item Attributes Season Winter

Immerse yourself in Dr. Rachel Clarkeâs poignant memoir that delves into the profound experiences of working in palliative care. The Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller offers an intimate look at the vital importance of human connection during life's most challenging moments. The urgent call to love and appreciate being alive despite pain, grief and loss is vividly expressed through personal stories of palliative care. This compassionate narrative is a testament to love, resilience, and the beauty found in end-of-life care. Perfect for those seeking a deeply moving and insightful read, "Dear Life" will touch your heart and broaden your perspective on the essence of living and dying gracefully. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (13852) Item Attributes Season Winter

Guaranteed to inspire the traveller within, this beautifully foiled keepsake box comes with wanderlust design book, two metallic pens, and a luggage tag for when you're ready to embrace your next globetrotting adventure! By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (13860) Item Attributes Season Clearance

Put your word skills to the test with this pocket-sized collection of puzzles, ideal for beginner and expert puzzle fans everywhere. With over 130 crosswords to try, enjoy solving clues any time, any place. This paperback book has 160 pages By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (13861) Item Attributes Season Clearance

Wherever she went, in public or in private, she was shadowed by her Scotland Yard personal protection officer, Inspector Ken Wharfe, whose job it was it keep her safe, even to the extent of sacrificing his own life, if necessary. In public Diana was feted wherever she went, greeted by adoring crowds and fawned over by the media. In private she craved anonymity, and it was Ken Wharfe's brief to protect her and keep her away from prying eyes. Whenever she wanted a private holiday it would be to Ken she would turn, who would be despatched in secret to find the idyllic spot. In the six years that Ken was at Diana's side they travelled hundreds of thousands of miles together, sharing secrets, laughter and tears on a truly extraordinary journey. This is their exclusive story. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (13857) Item Attributes Season Clearance

Following his trek along the length of the Nile River, explorer Levison Wood takes on his greatest challenge yet: navigating the treacherous foothills of the Himalayas, the world's highest mountain range. Praised by Bear Grylls, Levison Wood has been called "the toughest man on TV" ( The Times UK ). Now, following in the footsteps of the great explorers, Levison recounts the beauty and danger he found along the Silk Road route of Afghanistan, the Line of Control between Pakistan and India, the disputed territories of Kashmir and the earth-quake ravaged lands of Nepal. By purchasing this product, you are contributing to the cure and care required by people affected by leprosy and disability. Your purchase helps enable them to restore their lives. (13865) Item Attributes Season Clearance