 The
Wizard of the Nile: The Hunt For Africa's Most Wanted
Authors: Green Mathew
Combining the plotting of Le Carre and the insight of Gourevitch, this
is a journey into one of the wildest corners of the African continent, and into
the psychology of the chillingly charismatic rebel leader who is waging a war
without end for a cause nobody understands.
Somewhere in the jungles of
Uganda, there hides a fugitive rebel leader: he is said to take his orders direct
from the spirit world and, together with his ragged army of brutalised child soldiers,
he has left a bloody trail of devastation across his country. Joseph Kony is now
an internationally-wanted criminal, and yet nobody really knows who he is or what
he is fighting for. Intrigued by the myths, Matthew Green heads off into a war
zone, meeting the victims, the peacemakers, and the regional powerbrokers, as
he tracks down the man himself. The Wizard of the Nile is the first book
to peel back the layers of mysticism and murky politics surrounding Kony, to shine
a searching light onto this forgotten conflict, and to tell the gripping human
story behind an inhumane war and a humanitarian crisis.  Complete
First Aid
Author: Rod Baker; David Bass; Maurice A. Kibel
ISBN: 9781845378837
Publication
date: August 2007
Length: 210mm
Width: 265mm
Pages: 304
Illustrations:
over 500 full-colour photographs, approx. 100 full-colour illustrations &
diagrams.
Accidents, injuries and illnesses are inevitable, but lives can
be saved and responses to these situations can be much improved if people are
armed with the knowledge of the steps that should or should not be taken. This
comprehensive guide to first aid offers crucial information for coping with emergencies
and illnesses and for avoiding accidents in the home.
With an entire section
devoted to babies and children, it offers practical advice and techniques to equip
you with the necessary skills for administering effective basic first aid, as
well as tips for minimizing the risk of accidents in the home. Develop your understanding
of common illnesses and conditions, from hypothermia, shock and measles to chest
pain, stroke and fractures - and know when immediate medical assistance is necessary.
Above all, use the scenarios presented from a typical home to ensure a safe environment
for you and your children.
28: Stories of AIDS in Africa
Author: Stephanie Nolen
ISBN:
9781846270383
Publication date: March 2008
Length: 198mm
Width: 129mm
Pages: 416
Illustrations: 28 b/w portraits
From Publishers
Weekly
Starred Review. According to UNAIDS, the number of HIV-infected people
in Africa is 28 million. But Nolen, veteran Toronto Globe & Mail Africa bureau
chief, doesn't believe it: after nine years of reporting on the epidemic, she
thinks that number is conservative. Here she offers 28 searing portraits of Africans
affected by the deadly virus.
Scattered across the continent from the slums
of Lagos, Nigeria, to the bush in southern Zambia, these Africans present a mosaic
of a continent in crisis and a collective cry for help.
She examines the
role of soldiers, a "key vector" for AIDS, through the tale of Andualam
Ayalew, a commando who was kicked out of the Ethiopian army after testing positive
for HIV. He learned of AIDS prevention at a clinic and, risking arrest, returned
to his unit to teach his former comrades and other soldiers about using condoms.
Agnes Munyiva, a prostitute for 30 years, who has had contact with thousands of
men in a slum outside Nairobi, Kenya, does not have HIV. Her natural immunity
has brought doctors and researchers from as far away as Canada to study her.With
a seasoned journalist's finesse, Nolen effortlessly weaves technical information—health
statistics, disease data, NGO reports—into these deeply intimate glimpses
of people often overlooked in the flood of contemporary media. Nolen's book packs
a real emotional wallop. Photos, map. (June)
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Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved
 1001
Ideas for Patios and Decks
Brett Martin
ISBN: 9781770076310
Language:
English
Format: 280mm x 216mm
Binding: Softbook
Pages: 240
Published:
2008-04-01
Imprint: Struik
Whether your ideal outdoor space is
a multi-level deck with a built-in hot tub or a secluded patio surrounded by nature,
find inspiration in hundreds of stunning photographs taken in a wide range of
settings. 1001 Ideas for Patios and Decks is a beautifully illustrated, comprehensive
guide that looks at all the issues involved in creating the ideal outdoor area
for your home, including style, cost and maintenance, and helps you to achieve
the best look.
With expert advice on design, materials, maintenance and
accessories, it will help you make informed, professional choices for your home
and your budget.
Contents: Introduction; Designing Decks; Planning Patios;
Deck Materials; Patio mterials; Accessories; Practical Checklist; Glossary; Resource
Guide; Index  Little
Cooks
Fiona Hamilton-Fairley
Ensuring that children eat
a balanced diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables is not always easy.
One of the most effective ways of getting children to eat healthy food is to show
them how to make it themselves! This fun and educational cookbook is perfect for
those who are starting to learn to cook for themselves and is a great way to inspire
children to create delicious meals for their family and friends. The 30 recipes,
all of which have been tried and tested by children from The Kids' Cookery School
in London, UK, are divided into four chapters: * Breakfast * Healthy Snacks and
Lovely Lunchboxes * Family Weekend Meals and * Teatime Treats and Party Food.
Choose from a delicious smoothie or some pancakes to start the day, followed by
a fresh salad and dips for lunch. At dinner time, why not treat your friends and
family to a hearty classic such as roast chicken or vegetable lasagne? The recipes
are all written clearly and simply and each one has step-by-step photographs to
guide the reader. Little Cooks is filled with useful hints and tips as well as
essential information about staying safe in the kitchen. The recipes in this book
aim to introduce children to the world of home cooking, while showing them that
cooking healthy, fresh food is great fun!
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Easy meals for babies & toddlers 
