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Sea Clutter: Scattering, the K Distribution and Radar Performance" examines the statistics of radar scattering from the sea surface in terms of their relevance to radar operating in a maritime environ...

When a woman's partially decomposed body washes ashore in Paradise, Massachusetts, police chief Jesse Stone is forced into a case far more difficult than it initially appears. Identifying the woman is...

The Provident Sea describes the history of fish stock management (including whales and seals). The book traces, on the basis of the original scientific material, the history of the management of "the ...

In this second book of The Champions series, the oceanic races of Krynn are still suffering under the legacy of the dragon overlords and the War of Souls. Apoletta and her unlikely allies must not onl...

Sun, sea, sailing and sex. Sarah's fourth novel follows the scandal, gossip, drama and fun of an America's Cup regatta.

Set in the western Massachusetts hilltown of Cummington, this poignant debut novel is the story of Philip Shumway, who recalls the summer when he was 13 and his adored, musically talented older brothe...

Her ABILITIES remained hidden – until challenged by enemy forces. Student glass magician Opal Cowan’s newfound skills to steal a magician’s strength make her too powerful. Kept under house arrest, Opa...

IN A KINGDOM BY THE SEA Now that she's a member of the landed nobility, October "Toby" Daye is dealing with a whole new host of challenges—not the least of which is figuring out the limits of her new...

When a shipwreck washes up on a beach across from Marlow House, Frederickport residents wonder what happened to the ship's crew. Danielle soon discovers the ship brought a stowaway--a spirit with tie...

Two series starters from a USA Today bestselling author! Sexy fated mates, fierce shifter battles, and a giant octopus named Mr. Huggles. Enter worlds of water and fire where passion rules and the un...

After eleven years as an American in London, Paul Theroux set out to travelclockwise round the coast and find out what Britain and the British arereally like. It was 1982, the summer of the Falklands ...

A brand new collection of evocative short stories from the celebratedauthor of THE TIN ROOF BLOWDOWN and the Dave Robicheaux series. Burkepaints a vivid picture of 1940s and 1950s Texas and Louisiana,...

Joseph Conrad's early life was spent at sea as an officer in the MerchantNavy, and his experiences as a young man shaped his view of life and hiswriting. The three short stories in this collection pro...

From Francis Drake's voyage on the Golden Hinde to the terror of the Piper Alpha disaster, this book recounts stories of courage, heroism and disaster on the high seas.

Genoa enjoyed an important and ever-changing role in the early modern Mediterranean world. In medieval times, the city transformed itself from a tumultuous maritime republic into a stable and prospero...

Intricate and colourful illustrations show wonderful scenes under the sea - with lots of extra surprises to discover behind the flaps. Children will wonder and be amazed at the extraordinary wildlife,...

Follow the little blue fish Blue fish wants to play. Who will join him in a game of chase? Find out inside! This title features a transparent acetate window set into the centre of each durable cardboa...

Set against the lush backdrop of 1830s Jamaica, Jean Rhys's powerful, haunting story was inspired by the first Mrs Rochester, in Charlotte Bronte's JANE EYRE. Born into an oppressive, colonialist soci...

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Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2008. At the heart of this epic saga is an old slaving-ship. Its destiny is a tumultuous voyage across the Indian Ocean, its crew a motley array of sailors and stowawa...

Feeling his family's life is too safe and fixed, Moominpappa moves them to a lighthouse on an island to lead a life full of troubles, and indeed they find many mysteries in that lonely place.

The Battle of the Coral Sea is unique in the annals of naval history. It is the first battle in which enemy fleets never came within sight of one another. Instead, aircraft launched from carrier decks...

In the bitter winter of 1847, from an Ireland torn by famine and injustice, the Star of the Sea sets sail for NewYork. On board are hundreds of refugees, some optimistic, many more desperate. Among th...

The murder of two clam fishermen off the island of Pellestrina, south of the Lido on the Venetian lagoon, draws Commissario Brunetti into the island's close-knit community, bound together by a code of...

When the last of the Gravediggers, an elite imperial infiltration unit, are disbanded and hunted down by the emperor they once served, munitions expert Colonel Thomas Granger takes refuge in the unlik...

The House by the Sea: Level 3

An apocalyptic thriller from an exciting hot talent During the dog days ofthe USSR, desperate Russian scientists fought to create a weapon thatcould preserve the balance with the US - one that no soph...

In Journey under the Sea , we discover a hidden world beneath the waves. Our location is Indonesia, where an amazing diversity of marine life awaits. We explore the breathtaking beauty of the coral re...

Written by the 1997 National Outdoor Book Award winner, a veteran kayaking instructor and guide Complete update of a top-selling guide "Strongly recommended" by the Folding Kayaker newsletter Kayaking...