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Ever faced a crowd of fifteen 5-year olds and quaked? Well, here is your chance to bring order and calm to the party proceedings. Just consult your Gem and you can prepare for those half-forgotten games such as Musical Bumps, Simon Says and Blind Man's Buff. Collins Gem Children's Party Games provides clear advice and instructions on the most popular family and party games. It is an invaluable guide for organizing children's and family parties, for...
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Do you feel mentally or physically drained, or just in need of a good pick-me-up? Energy is essential in today's sleep-deprived, overstretched, high-speed world, but how can you recharge your batteries when there is a constant drain on your energy levels? Most people have experienced that 'tired-all-the-time' feeling, making your body feel sluggish and drained and affecting your concentration levels. Energy zappers are all around us, some obvious,...
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The perfect pocket guide to boosting your immune system for better physical and mental health all year round. Tiredness, frequent colds, infections, allergies, mood swings and premature aging are all common manifestations of a weakened immunity. Your immune system is your invisible bodyguard, fighting off invasion and working tirelessly around the clock to keep you fit and healthy. But how can you support your immune system and give it the strength...
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Bite-sized yoga that fits in with your everyday life and gives instant results.
Get all the benefits from yoga by practicing for just 15-minutes during your normal working day. Whether at home, in the office, at classes - all you need is 15 minutes to make a difference to your life.
• Brief introduction to hatha yoga, and its benefits • When and where to practice yoga • Breathing and relaxation • 15-minute morning yoga exercises (to wake you...
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For anyone who suffers from back problems and wants instant relief, these 5-minute exercises, techniques and ideas will soothe aches and discomfort. Whether you are suffering from back pain, recovering from a back problem or seeking ways to prevent back pain, this one-stop guide is packed with quick solutions endorsed and recommended by the Royal College of General Practitioners. Before visiting your health professional, see if you can banish back...
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Fast, practical fixes to help you relax, unwind and bring you instant calm.
Modern life is full of stresses and strains and makes ever-greater demands on our physical and mental well-being. So more than ever, we need quick and effective solutions to make us feel instantly calmer.
These 5-minute tips will help you to relax, calm down and put your problems into perspective:
• Helps you to assess your basic level of stress • Learning to relax...
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This pocket-sized guide to identifying and interpreting metal and ceramic marks has been improved with the addition of the most recent hallmarks, along with details of the new hallmarking system.
Do you attend car boot sales or browse in antique shops in search of bargains? Have you ever wished you knew more about grandma's silver spoon? Do you envy the experts' ability to identify and date old hand-me-downs? If the answer to any of these questions...
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What effect are you having on the environment? If you buy Kenyan green beans what is the CO2 cost? What about your journey to work, your fridge or your clothes? The Gem Carbon Counter is your portable instant green reckoner.
This handy little book includes:
• Introduction by Mark Lynas author of Hide Tide: News from a Warming World.
• Welcome to the Greenhouse: Explains what the Greenhouse effect actually is, all the issues surrounding global...
9) Cocktails
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Are you a Bosom Caresser or a Harvey Wallbanger? Can you tell a Moscow Mule from a Brass Monkey? Can you name Ernest Hemingway's favourite tipple? All the kit, spirits, mixers, famous drinkers - and over 80 classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, plus tried and tested hangover cures for the morning after. If you have friends coming round for drinks, or you're looking for the perfect accessory to take to a party, Gem Cocktails is the ideal quick-reference,...
10) Pilates
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A clear practical introduction to Pilates. This form of exercise has been growing in popularity and is now being recommended by osteopaths, physiotherapists and GPs as one of the safest forms of exercise today. Gem Pilates demonstrates the various exercises with illustrated step-by-step instructions for easy use at home. A clear introduction to what Pilates is, how it has developed since it was invented by Jospeh Pilates in the 1920s, and how it works...
11) Reflexology
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Reflexology is increasing in popularity as more people turn towards natural forms of medicine. This is a practical introduction, full of diagrams, photographs and clear advice on using reflexology to treat medical problems. The basis of reflexology is that areas in the foot correspond to different parts of the body. The art of reflexology is to recognise any imbalances and correct them through manipulation. The book starts with an introduction to...
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A refreshed and redesigned edition of this popular handy-sized guide to dreams and their meanings.
Throughout history and across many different cultures, dreams and dreaming have had much importance attached to them. From the Ancient Greeks to Sigmund Freud and today's mind/body/spirit gurus, people have sought to use the interpretation of dreams as a means of unlocking the mysteries of the subconscious.
This updated edition of Collins Gem Understanding...
13) Whiskies
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There are few spirits that command such dedication, interest and affection as whisky. The purpose of this book is to provide a pathway through the whisky maze, to demystify it and to provide a platform from which a lifetime's hobby can be launched. Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow explores all aspects of this popular drink, delving into its history, dispelling the myths surrounding it and highlighting individualities of the many varieties that exist....
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The market's most indispensable phrasebook and dictionary has been reinvented for readers and is better than ever. With the most up-to-date travel information, easy-to-read page design and simple navigation, Gem Croatian will give you the right word at the right time - every time.
Communicate with ease in all of the most common travel situations. A reliable and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and with Collins Gem Croatian Phrasebook,...
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The market's most indispensable phrasebook and dictionary has been reinvented for ereaders, and is better than ever. With the most up-to-date travel information, easy-to-read page design and simple navigation, Gem Czech will give you the right word at the right time - every time.
Suitable for tablets and eink readers.
Communicate with ease in all of the most common travel situations. A reliable and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and...
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The market's most indispensable phrasebook and dictionary has been reinvented for ereaders and is better than ever. With the most up-to-date travel information, easy-to-read page design and simple navigation, Gem Latin American Spanish will give you the right word at the right time - every time.
Communicate with ease in all of the most common travel situations. A reliable and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and with Collins Gem Latin...
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A handy Polish phrasebook and dictionary, easy-to-read design and simple navigation, Gem Polish will give you the right word at the right time - every time for your travels in Poland.
Communicate with ease in all of the most common travel situations. A reliable and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and with Collins Gem Polish Phrasebook and Dictionary, the right word will always be at your fingertips.
This indispensable language guide...
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Sound and speak like a native. Your ideal companion for practicing pronunciation, listening and becoming more confident, not just in speaking but in understanding others when in Arabic-speaking countries.
In all of the most common travel situations, you need the reassurance that you can communicate with ease. A reliable, portable and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and with Collins Gem Arabic phrasebook, the right word will always be...
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With stunning new design and layout and the most up-to-date travel information, the market's most indispensable phrasebook and dictionary has been reinvented for e-readers and is better than ever. Gem Afrikaans will give you the right word at the right time - every time.
In all of the most common travel situations, you need the reassurance that you can communicate with ease. A reliable, portable and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and...
20) Psychic Powers
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Discover how to develop your psychic powers, and understand different psychic abilities - from telepathy to hypnosis. Gem Psychic Powers shows you how to increase your psychic awareness and powers through practical step-by-step exercises. it also gives you a complete introduction to all areas of this fascinating topic:
• The history of psychic powers.
• The psychic universe.
• Psychics and mediums.
• Developing your psychic powers.
• Advanced...
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