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“janie hampton”

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  • How the Girl Guides Won the War

    by Janie Hampton ...
    A completely original history of one of the most extraordinary movements in the world – the Girl Guides – and how they helped win the war.The Girl Guides is one of the world's most extraordinary movements: millions of women have been members. But what have the Guides actually achieved, since they began 100 years ago? Do they do more than sell biscuits, sing around campfires, and tie knots? In this ... Read more

    $11.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

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    How the Girl Guides Won the War

    by Janie Hampton ...
    Narrated by Meriel Scholfied ...

    Unabridged

    10 hours 37 min

    A completely original history of one of the most extraordinary movements in the world – the Girl Guides – and how they helped win the war.Mention Girl Guides to any woman and the reaction will be strong. They either loved them or hated them; they were either proud to wear their uniform or refused to join. Whatever their feelings, most former Guides retain strong memories of their experiences.All ... Read more

    $38.99 CAD

    Also available as: eBook

    Also available as: eBook

  • The Austerity Olympics

    When the Games Came to London in 1948

    by Janie Hampton ...
    'An enthralling account.' — Independent'A fascinating book … researched with an awesome thoroughness.' — Daily Telegraph'Hampton's excellent book should be compulsory reading for everyone involved in the 2012 London Olympics.' — Daily Mail Critic's ChoiceThe budget for the 2012 Olympic village alone is already a billion pounds short. The likelihood of corporate sponsorship recedes with every day ... Read more

    $17.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Internally Displaced People

    A Global Survey

    by Janie Hampton ...
    The number of internally displaced people far outnumbers estimated refugees who have fled their countries. The majority of displaced populations survive with very little security or legal protection. Responding to the needs of internally displaced people is one of the greatest humanitarian challenges of our time.;Revised and updated from the first edition, this volume includes information on ... Read more

    $104.99 CAD

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    Joyce Grenfell Remembered: The Pursuit of Joy

    A BBC Collection with material performed by Maureen Lipman

    by Joyce Grenfell, Maureen Lipman ...
    Narrated by Joyce Grenfell, Maureen Lipman, Janie Hampton ...

    Unabridged

    7 hours 41 min

    Joyce Grenfell in her own words and through the eyes of Maureen LipmanJoyce Grenfell was one of the last century’s greatest entertainers, renowned worldwide for her monologues, songs, and comic writing. Her career spanned over 30 years, ranging from wartime tours to solo stage shows, films such as the St Trinian’s series, appearances on BBC TV and numerous radio broadcasts. Contained here are five ... Read more

    $26.99 CAD

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    Fighting on the Home Front

    The enthralling and unputdownable true story of women in World War One and their legacy today

    by Kate Adie ...
    Narrated by Kate Adie ...

    Unabridged

    11 hours 56 min

    The fascinating and enjoyable account of the lives of women during World War One from bestselling author and award-winning former BBC Chief News Correspondent Kate Adie.'5 stars are nowhere near enough. A fabulous book in every respect!' - READER REVIEW ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A lucid, compelling and highly readable examination of the Great War but from a totally different angle. Highly recommended.' - READER ... Read more

    $34.99 CAD

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    The Bletchley Girls

    The women of Bletchley Park tell their breathtaking true story of war, secrecy, love and loss

    by Tessa Dunlop ...
    Narrated by Anna Bentinck ...

    Unabridged

    12 hours 18 min

    The extraordinary true story of the codebreaking women of World War Two'Nothing has breathed life into WWII in the same way as this truly engaging portrait of life at Bletchley Park sharing the memories of the women who worked at the code breaking coal face' - READER REVIEW ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Bletchley Girls weaves together the lives of fifteen women who were all selected to work in Britain's most secret ... Read more

    $34.99 CAD

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    Catwoman: Soulstealer

    by Sarah J. Maas ...
    Narrated by Julia Whelan ...
    Series Audiobook 3 - DC Icons Series

    Unabridged

    10 hours

    Sizzling with action and suspense, #1 New York Times bestselling author SARAH J. MAAS delivers with this DC Icons coming-of-age Selina Kyle who will steal readers' hearts in the YA blockbuster: CATWOMAN!DC ICONS IS NOW A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES!"A Catwoman story with Maas' signature touch. . . . Devilish." --Entertainment WeeklyWhen the Bat's away, the Cat will play. It's time to... ... Read more

    $34.99 CAD

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    Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey

    The Perfect Book Gift

    by Countess Of Carnarvon ...
    Narrated by Frances Jeater ...

    Unabridged

    8 hours 49 min

    'Bright, breezy and unpretentious' Guardian'A loving and faithful portrait of Almina and her world' Countryfile magazine* * * * * *The story of the real Downton Abbey, told by Lady Fiona Carnarvon, chatelaine of Highclere Castle where the phenomentally successful TV series was filmed.Lady Fiona Carnarvon became the chatelaine of Highclere Castle - the setting of th... ... Read more

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    Dead Girl Walking

    by Chris Brookmyre ...
    Narrated by Angus King, Kate Bracken, Multiple Narrators ...
    Series series Jack Parlabane

    Unabridged

    12 hours 19 min

    Famous, beautiful and talented, Heike Gunn has the world at her feet. Then, one day, she simply vanishes. Jack Parlabane has lost everything. A call from an old friend offers a chance for redemption - but only if he can find out what happened to Heike. From Berlin to Barcelona, from the streets of Milan to remote Scottish islands, Parlabane must find out what happened before it's too late, all ... Read more

    $24.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Wonder Woman: Warbringer

    by Leigh Bardugo ...
    Narrated by Mozhan Marnò ...
    Series series DC Icons Series

    Unabridged

    11 hours 56 min

    **AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe award-winning DC Icons story of the world's greatest super hero: WONDER WOMAN by the # 1 New York Times bestselling author LEIGH BARDUGO.**"You’ll enjoy this book whether you’re a fan of Wonder Woman comics, the Wonder Woman movie, Leigh Bardugo, or just YA lit in general." —HypableShe will become one of the world's greatest heroes: WONDER WOMAN. But first ... Read more

    $36.99 CAD

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    Is That a Fact?

    Frauds, Quacks, and the Real Science of Everyday Life

    by Dr. Joe Schwarcz ...
    Narrated by Garrett Goodison ...

    Unabridged

    9 hours 31 min

    Dr. Joe Schwarcz takes on the quacks and doles out the facts in this eye-opening look at the science around usEat this and live to 100. Don’t, and die. Today, hyperboles dominate the media, which makes parsing science from fiction an arduous task when deciding what to eat, what chemicals to avoid, and what’s best for the environment. In Is That a Fact?, bestselling author Dr. Joe Schwarcz ... Read more

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