Thieves of State: Why Corruption Threatens Global Security by Chayes, Sarah
Mar 16, 2025
Mirrors for Princes
This is a really well written book on an often neglected topic. Unlike many writers on Afghanistan, the author appears to speak some of the local language and have primary experience of the topic, rather than compiling the reports of others and interpretations of interpreters.
Mary Berrys New Aga Cookbook - Hardcover By Berry, Mary - GOOD
Jan 02, 2025
Great British Cooking
This book is a classic introduction to British cuisine. The recipes are clear, not unnecessarily complicated and delicious. Mary Berry is a great and iconic cook.
Unkind, and sometimes unfair, things have been said about British cookery. But - what ever its merits and demerits - it is preeminently a chef's cuisine. By this I mean that, if it is good people are surprised and impressed, and if it is not the chef can claim it's authentic.
It is not necessary to own an Aga stove, though if one does then ownership of this book is de rigueur.
The Original Elf 12" Plush Christmas Elf Doll – Poseable Shelf Sitter with Dangl
Feb 08, 2025
Alert and Watchful Elf
This elf is very much as it appears in the photos. Those who favor the Elf on the Shelf surveillance concept may appreciate that the elf, upon close inspection, looks slightly scary.