The Last Decade of Scottish Steam Derek Cross

The Last Decade of Scottish Steam

By Derek Cross

$13.00

For ten years between 1958 and 1967 the railways of Scotland saw a variety of steam locomotives un-rivalled since the pre-Grouping days.

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Category: Non-fiction Tags: History, Travel

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What happens when Death takes a break?In "Reaper

What happens when Death takes a break?In "Reaper Man" by Terry Pratchett (book 11 in Discworld), chaos reigns as the Grim Reaper goes AWOL, and life — or something like it — gets complicated. Meanwhile, a tall, dark stranger on a quiet farm turns out to be a scythe-wielding prodigy.Who am I kidding, Pratchett's books need no introduction or fancy spiel. If you want to take this rescued read home, act fast: https://prelovedbookshop.com.au/book/reaper-man/
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We've just added an exciting collection of sci-fi

We've just added an exciting collection of sci-fi and fantasy adventures to Preloved:"The Serrano Succession" by Elizabeth Moon - $14
"Gilden-Fire" by Stephen Donaldson - $14
"Titus Alone" by Mervyn Peake - $8
"Midst Toil and Tribulation" by David Weber - $20
"The Immortal Prince" by Jennifer Fallon - $12
"The Chaos Crystal" by Jennifer Fallon - $12
"Miles, Mutants and Microbes" by Lois McMaster Bujold - $10
"How Firm a Foundation" by David Weber - $9
"The Death of Sleep" by Anne McCaffrey & Jody Lynn Nye - $9
"Transformation Space" by Marianne de Pierres - $9These rescued reads are ready for new adventures with you - take them home today: prelovedbookshop.com.au#SciFiBooks #FantasyBooks #SecondhandBooks #PrelovedBookshop #MarianneDePierres #AnneMcCaffrey #JodyLynnNye #DavidWeber #LoisMcMasterBujold #JenniferFallon #MervynPeake #StephenDonaldson #ElizabethMoon

"Dragonsdawn" by Anne McCaffrey - $18 Book 9 in th

"Dragonsdawn" by Anne McCaffrey - $18
Book 9 in the Dragonriders of Pern series
Journey to the very beginning of Pern's history.
Colonists seeking a peaceful new world land on Pern, dreaming of a tranquil future. But their utopia is shattered when the voracious Thread descends, threatening all life.
With survival at stake, they must turn to science and courage to engineer the legendary dragons that will protect their new home.
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Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed

Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed by Jared Diamond – $20
What leads civilisations to thrive or collapse?
In this compelling follow-up to Guns, Germs, and Steel, Jared Diamond examines historical and modern societies to uncover the factors that lead to ruin—or resilience. From Easter Island to the Maya and even modern nations, Collapse is a vital exploration of ecological challenges and their impact on humanity.Thought-provoking and essential, this book raises urgent questions about our world’s future and the choices we make today: https://prelovedbookshop.com.au/book/collapse-how-societies-choose-to-fail-or-succeed/#JaredDiamond #CollapseBook #Nonfiction #History #EnvironmentalScience #SustainableFuture #BooksOfInstagram #SecondhandBooks

The Witches of Eastwick by John Updike - $7 (damag

The Witches of Eastwick by John Updike - $7 (damaged spine)
In the quiet town of Eastwick, three divorced women form a coven and discover the power of their longings—stirring storms, breaking domestic peace, and falling under the spell of the enigmatic Darryl Van Horne. This captivating tale of scandal, magic, and tragedy is one of Updike’s finest achievements.Don’t miss this wickedly funny classic, rescued today at PLB: https://prelovedbookshop.com.au/book/the-witches-of-eastwick/#JohnUpdike #WitchesOfEastwick #Eastwick #SecondhandBooks #PrelovedBookshop #ClassicFiction #FantasyReads

The Opposite of Fate by Amy Tan – $17 Step into

The Opposite of Fate by Amy Tan – $17
Step into the life of one of the world’s most beloved novelists as Amy Tan shares her journey of overcoming tragedy and embracing creativity. From childhood memories to her rise as a literary icon, this memoir is infused with humour, insight, and profound empathy.
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"Out of This World" Edited by Amabel Williams-Elli

"Out of This World" Edited by Amabel Williams-Ellis & Mably Owen - $10
A cosmos of classic science fiction with stories from some of the most renowned authors in the genre. A must-have for any vintage sci-fi collection.
Rescue this book: https://prelovedbookshop.com.au/book/out-of-this-world/"Worlds Apart" Edited by Amabel Williams-Ellis & Mably Owen - $12
A 1966 anthology featuring the brilliant works of John Wyndham, Damon Knight, and more, bridging the gap between British and American science fiction.
Rescue this book: https://prelovedbookshop.com.au/book/worlds-apart/Both vintage hardcover editions are well-read but filled with incredible stories that stand the test of time.
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Explore a selection of today's fantastical rescued

Explore a selection of today's fantastical rescued reads, each with its own unique story to tell:Forward the Foundation by Isaac Asimov - $20 (Hardcover)
The Night Listener by Armistead Maupin - $9 (Paperback)
In the Heat of the Night by John Dudley Ball - $8 (Paperback)
Cetaganda by Lois McMaster Bujold - $8 (Paperback)
Sassinak by Anne McCaffrey & Elizabeth Moon - $9 (Paperback)
Belladonna by Donald Serrell Thomas - $8 (Paperback)
The Second Empire by Paul Kearney - $12 (Hardcover)
Echo by Jack McDevitt - $9 (Paperback)
The Powers That Be by Mike Nicol - $8 (Paperback)
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