Slimming: An Oriental Approach with Contributions by Tom Ravensdale and Seymour Chissick by Soraya [Soraya Ravensdale]

Slimming: An Oriental Approach with Contributions by Tom Ravensdale and Seymour Chissick by Soraya [Soraya Ravensdale] lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

John Bartholomew & Son, 1973, Hardback in dust wrapper.

Illustrated by way of: Black & White Drawings; Tables;

From the cover: "After years of research on the subject of slimming Doctors and Dieticians alike have arrived at the same conclusion, there is no single satisfactory method of slimming. The only method guaranteed to work, is a combination of suitable exercise and a sensible diet.

There are many books on slimming techniques, some advocate massage machines, slimming garments, or other mechanical aids, but they have proved to be of little value in reducing weight, unless they are combined with exercise and sensible eating habits.

This book has been prepared by scientists who have made an exhaustive study of the calorific values of oriental foods and have worked in close liaison with SORAYA the world's most famous belly dancer, to produce this book.

If you follow the movements and exercises described and keep to a calorie-controlled diet as shown by the interesting recipes — then YOU MUST LOSE WEIGHT. This is slimming the exciting way, it is interesting and will keep you fit as well as providing an incentive to stick to your exercise plan."

Very Good — in Good Dust Wrapper. Dust wrapper heavily sunned at the spine otherwise pleasant. Text complete, clean and tight.

Purple boards with Silver titling to the Spine. [VI] 165 pages. 7½" x 5".

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Waiting On God by Simone Weil

Waiting On God by Simone Weil lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1951, Hardback in dust wrapper.

First British Edition. [First Published: France, 1950, as Attente De Dieu].

From the cover: "Many in England are familiar with the nature of Simone Weil, the young teacher of philosophy whose writings, published posthumously, have won such admiration wherever the French language is read and understood. These writings are now being translated into English. The first to appear, Waiting on God, forms the best possible introduction, for it brings us into direct contact with this amazing personality at once so pure, so ardent, so utterly sincere, yet normally so reserved that only her closest friends guessed the secrets of her inner life. The first part of the book consists of letters to the Reverend Father Perrin, O. P. , who befriended her at Marseilles and, the only priest she knew, became her intimate friend. The letters tell of her spiritual background and development and the hesitations which, in spite of her direct experience of God, her devotion to Christ and her deep understanding of the Sacraments held her back from Baptism.

The second part of the book contains essays and reflections on such subjects as education, human affliction and the love of God, prayer, forms of the implicit love of God, etc.

Her thought is startling in its originality. In sending these letters and papers to Father Perrin, she explained how greatly she felt the responsibility of the thoughts which had come to her and she begged him to make them known if he saw fit. This is how it has come about that we are privileged to contact the very soul of Simone Weil in this remarkable book where we see her in the attitude of waiting — waiting on God."

Very Good — in Poor Dust Wrapper. Edges of the dust wrapper somewhat frayed with loss to the head of the upper panel and much soiling to the reverse. Gently bruised at the head, tail and corners of the binding. Previous owners' inscription to the first blank. Text complete, clean and tight but a little age-tanned.

Green boards with Gilt titling to the Spine. [IX] 169 pages. 9" x 5½".

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This Is My Heaven: Two Treatises On Healing and Other Essential Matters by William J. Macmillan

This Is My Heaven: Two Treatises On Healing and Other Essential Matters by William J. Macmillan lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

John M. Watkins, 1953, Hardback.

2nd edition, 1st printing, [First Published: 1948]

Introduction by: Paul Brunton

Good+. Gently faded at the spine. Gently bruised at the head, tail and corners of the binding. Pages lightly age-tanned.

Blue boards with Gilt titling to the Spine. 189 pages. 7½" x 5".

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Salisbury by R. L. P. [Robert Lionel Palgrave] Jowitt

Salisbury by R. L. P. [Robert Lionel Palgrave] Jowitt lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

B. T. Batsford, 1951, Hardback in dust wrapper.

Illustrated by way of: Black & White Photographs; Black & White Drawings; Maps [1];

From the cover: "Salisbury is held by many people, and not all of them Wiltshiremen, to be the finest county town in England. Its Cathedral and Close are of course world famous, but there are besides many ancient and beautiful buildings in the city, and in the immediate neighbourhood there is a series of monuments which includes Stonehenge, Wilton, Longford Castle, and Old Sarum. In this book, R. L. P. Jowitt has written both a history of Salisbury and an account of its most remarkable buildings. The book can thus, with the help of its map, be used as a guide to the Cathedral and City, or it can equally well be read through as an exceptionally well written piece of local topography and history. For whatever purpose it is bought the pleasure in its use will be greatly enhanced by its excellent photographic illustrations, a large proportion of them specially taken for the book. More than 50 in number they include many views of the Cathedral and its monuments, exteriors and interiors of houses and streets in the town, and photographs of Wilton House, the Bishop's Palace, Old Sarum, Stonehenge, the Matrons' College, etc. Even the most ardent admirers of Salisbury will, we believe, agree that in the text and illustrations to this book the town has been done full justice."

In the British Cities series.

Very Good — in Good Dust Wrapper. Unlaminated dust wrapper a little edgeworn and faded with heavy fading to the spine and onto the margins of the panels. Previous owners' inscription to the first blank. Pages very gently age-tanned.

Red boards with Black titling to the Spine. [IX] 86 pages. Index. 7½" x 5".

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Pig That Wants to Be Eaten by Julian Baggini

Pig That Wants to Be Eaten by Julian Baggini lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

Granta, 2005, Hardback in dust wrapper.

From the cover: "Ts it right to eat a pig wants to be eaten?

Thought experiments are short scenarios that pose a moral or philosophical problem in a vivid and concrete way. In this book Julian Baggini presents 100 of the most intriguing thought experiments from the history of philosophy and ideas.

They are not so much logical puzzles as invitations to think hard about challenging questions. Accordingly, Baggini doesn't serve up right or wrong answers to the reader, but instead explores ways of teasing out the issues they raise.

From Zeno's paradox to Nietzsche's theory of eternal recurrence, via the poppadom paradox and Plato's cave, Baggini asks if it is right to punish people for what they haven't yet done, how can we tell whether we are awake or dreaming, and whether virtual sex counts as infidelity. Drawing on colourful examples from films such as An American Werewolf in London and Minority Report, as well as television, literature and philosophical classics, this book makes philosophy not only mind-stretching but also entertaining."

Very Good — in Good Dust Wrapper. Dust wrapper snagged heavily at the head of the spine, pleasant otherwise. Text complete, clean and tight.

Purple boards with Gilt titling to the Spine. [XIII] 306 pages. Index. 8¾" x 5½".

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Sanditon by Jane Austen & Another Lady [Marie Dobbs]

Sanditon by Jane Austen & Another Lady [Marie Dobbs] lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

Peter Davies, 1975, Hardback in dust wrapper.

2nd impression. [First Edition: 1975]

From the cover: "In 1817 Jane Austen began to write a novel she did not live to finish. It existed as an incomplete manuscript known as SANDITON until a few years ago, when a long-time admirer of Jane Austen's novels, fascinated by the mystery of SANDITON, decided to try her hand at completing it — following the clues laid down by the author and writing in a style modelled on hers. The result is a romantic novel imbued with the delicate satirical humour for which the original author is famous.

In Charlotte Heywood Miss Austen created a heroine of intelligence and charm, in whom clear-sighted common sense is often at war with romance. Visiting kind Mr and Mrs Parker in Sanditon, a village which Mr Parker is promoting as a fashionable bathing resort, Charlotte encounters people of all sorts and romance in many guises.

This story of a more elegant age bears testimony to the truth that human nature does not change. Fortune hunters still kowtow to the rich; true love still triumphs surprisingly often; and people are still trying to develop fashionable beach resorts."

Very Good — in Good+ Dust Wrapper. A little rubbing to the edges of the dust wrapper with tanning to the spine. Text complete, clean and tight.

Pale Green boards with Silver titling to the Spine. 329 pages. 8¾" x 5½".

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The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable by Elizabeth Knowles

The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable by Elizabeth Knowles lands on the |> SALE <| shelves in my shop.

Oxford University Press, 2000, Hardback in dust wrapper.

2nd printing. [First Published: Same Year]

From the cover: "The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable is a major new reference work, providing a wealth of fascinating and informative background detail for over 20,000 phrases and allusions used in English today. Drawing from Oxford's unrivalled bank of language and quotation online resources, the dictionary gives reliable, up-to-date insights into figurative and allusive language from ancient times to the present day.

Numerous entries are enlivened and enhanced with illustrative quotations. There is also ample cross-referencing, and biographies are given of both real people and fictional characters. Boxed entries within the text provide lists of items for certain subjects, including Horses and Riders, Fourteen Holy Helpers, Labours of the Month, City Nicknames, and Revolutions."

Very Good — in Good Dust Wrapper. Gently faded at the spine of the dust wrapper. Gently bruised at the head of the spine and the top corners of the boards with commensurate wear to the dust wrapper which is pulled a little at the head with a small nick at the join of the lower panel. Text complete, clean and tight.

Black boards with Gilt titling to the Spine. [VII] 1223 pages. Index. 9½" x 7".

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