Product Description: It takes an alien race to show us our humanity When a mysterious alien race known as the Kethani make contact with the people of Earth they bring with them the dubious gift of eternal life. These enigmatic aliens will change the course of the human race forever but also touch people's lives on a personal level, not least in a small town in the English countryside...read more

Written in homage to the master of science fiction, this anthology of stories--by Ian Watson and Adam Roberts, among others--inspired by Verne's vision presents stories that recall characters and plots from the author's fictional milieu. Original.

This reader provides a critical and comprehensive account of the theoretical and practical issues raised in working with children and families. It draws on debates from a range of disciplines to shed light on different perspectives, forms of practice and dimensions of policy. Its strong applied focus allows it to address a rich variety of issues of concern to professionals working with children in a range of settings. The contributing authors consist of leading academics in the field as well as those with first-hand knowledge and experience; all write in a clear and engaging style.

Product Description: In a futuristic variation upon the modern detective story, we follow Hal as he returns from retirement, seeking the answer to the mysterious disappearance of his ex-girlfriend, last seen with a child prodigy and an unknown older man...read more

Product Description: "Recommended."--Steven Baxter".accomplished and affecting."--Paul McAuley".the essence of modern SF."--Bob Shaw"One of the very best of the new generation of British SF writers."--Vector ".writing with a deft, understated touch: wonderful...read more

Product Description: This guide features all results from the 1998/99 season, including domestic European cup competitions plus international matches involving British teams. There are fixture lists for the 1999/2000 season, major European and world football awards, a soccer diary highlighting the season's biggest football stories, players and their appearances in the season for each and every league club...read more