1-Thank You For You 2-Good Thing 3-Take Me Now 4-Let's Have Some Fun 5-I Hate To Hate You 6-Funky Children...... more

1-Thank You For You 2-Good Thing 3-Take Me Now 4-Let's Have Some Fun 5-I Hate To Hate You 6-Funky Children 7-Againstupidity 8-What About Love 9-Every Woman Is A Diva 10-Speak Music 11-Opposites Excellent Spanish soul band shwoing influences fom, Northern Soul, Stax , to Funk. Eleven originals, lovely grooving sounds. Featuring the great vocals of black female singer Mayka Edjole, and funky organ sounds. Recommended. - Digipak. MAYKA EDJOLE - voc, JOSE HERRANZ - gtr, SANTI VALLEJO - B3, SANTI ARTIN - bass, JAVIER GOMEZ -drums.

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Karaoke 3 CD+G Box Set, tracks not performed by original artists. Track Listing: Disc 1:1. Warwick Avenue - Duffy2. So What - Pink3. Womanizer - Britney...... more

Karaoke 3 CD+G Box Set, tracks not performed by original artists. Track Listing: Disc 1:1. Warwick Avenue - Duffy2. So What - Pink3. Womanizer - Britney Spears4. If I Were A Boy - Beyonce5. The Boy Does Nothing - Alesha Dixon6. I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry7. No Can Do - Sugababes8. Up - Saturdays9. Forgive Me - Leona Lewis10. Keeps Getting Better - Christina Aguilera11. Spotlight - Jennifer Hudson12. Sweet About Me - Gabriella Cilmi13. 7 Things - Miley Cyrus14. I Hate This Part - Pussycat Dolls15. The Promise - Girls AloudDisc 2:1. Love Story - Taylor Swift2. Bubbly - Colbie Caillat3. Thinking Of You - Katy Perry4. Rockferry - Duffy5. Touch My Body - Mariah Carey6. The Loving Kind - Girls Aloud7. Rehab - Rihanna8. Poker Face - Lady Gaga9. All The Times I Cried - Sharleen Spiteri10. Girls - Sugababes11. Hot N Cold - Katy Perry12. See You Again - Miley Cyrus13. Whatcha Think About That - Pussycat Dolls feat. Missy Elliott14. T-Shirt - Shontelle15. Untouchable - Girls AloudDisc 3:1. Disturbia - Rihanna2. Halo - Beyonce3. We Walk - Ting Tings4. All I Want To Do - Sugarland5. If This Isn't Love - Jennifer Hudson6. Please Don't Leave Me - Pink7. Can't Get Over - September8. One Step At A Time - Jordin Sparks9. I Do Not Hook Up - Kelly Clarkson10. White Horse - Taylor Swift11. Breathe Slow - Alesha Dixon12. Dress You Up - Kelly Llorenna13. The Climb - Miley Cyrus14. Don't Upset The Rhythm - Noisettes15. It's My Time - Jade Ewen

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1-Pink Guitar 2-Look It Up 3-Unbelievable 4-Can't A Girl Change Her Mind 5-Country Singer 6-Did I Just Say That 7-My Own Thing 8-Hearts On Ice...... more

1-Pink Guitar 2-Look It Up 3-Unbelievable 4-Can't A Girl Change Her Mind 5-Country Singer 6-Did I Just Say That 7-My Own Thing 8-Hearts On Ice 9-The Red Dress 10-As Far As You Know 11-Ain't The Same Girl CD-2:1-Hunky Country Boys 2-I Hate That 3-Fixer Upper 4-I'll Try Anything (with Joe Nichols) 5-Too Much 6-I Faked It 7-When I Say No 8-If Your Love Was A Rock 9-Sure Thing 10-Want Me 11-I Don't Wanna Talk About It 12-Miss Hyde 13-Let It Be Me (2013/ABC) 24 tracks, two original albums!

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CD-1:1-Mama Put Your Britches On 2-Tuscaloosa 3-Grand Central Station 4-No Fish Today 5-Just For You 6-I've Learned A Lesson I'll Never Forget...... more

CD-1:1-Mama Put Your Britches On 2-Tuscaloosa 3-Grand Central Station 4-No Fish Today 5-Just For You 6-I've Learned A Lesson I'll Never Forget 7-Boogie Woogie Ball 8-Lenox Avenue Jump 9-Strictly On The Safety Side 10-Somebody's Lyin' 11-Was It You 12-Gabriel's Band 13-Sugar Lips 14-It's So Good Good Good 15-I'm So Crazy About You 16-Mary Had A Little Jam 17-Boogie Woogie On A Saturday Night 18-Atlanta G.A. 19-Get Off That Kick 20-I've Got A Hole In It 21-Monkey And The Baboon 22-You Can't See The Sun When You're Crying 23-Jack Your Dead 24-Wedding Bells Are Breaking Up That Old Gang O 25-If Money Grew On Trees 26-Palace Of Stone 27-I'm Living For You CD-2:1-Scratch And You'll Find It 2-Danny Boy 3-Blueberry Hill 4-I Want A Roof Over My Head 5-The Thing 6-Am I To Blame 7-I'm To Blame 8-Sidewalk Shuffle 9-Would I Mind 10-When You Come Back To Me 11-Boogie Woogie On A Saturday Night 12-Shame 13-Three Dollars And Ninety Eight Cents 14-D'ya Eat Yet Joe 15-I May Hate Myself In The Morning 16-Two Little Kisses 17-Wait 18-I Went To Your Wedding 19-Why Don't You Love Me 20-Truthfully 21-Big Game Hunter 22-Do I, Do I, I Do 23-My Tzatskele (My Little Darling) 24-Win Or Lose 25-Feelin Kinda Happy 26-Nuff Of That Stuff 27-Freehearted 28-Always 29-How I Cry 30-Bobbin'

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CD-1:1-I Hate Everything 2-Fool Hearted Memory 3-A Fire I Can't Put Out 4-You Look So Good In Love 5-Right Or Wrong 6-Let's Fall To...... more

CD-1:1-I Hate Everything 2-Fool Hearted Memory 3-A Fire I Can't Put Out 4-You Look So Good In Love 5-Right Or Wrong 6-Let's Fall To Pieces Together 7-Does fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind 8-The Chair 9-Nobody In His Right Mind Would've Left Her 10-It Ain't Cool To Be Cryzy About You 11-Ocean Front Property 12-All My Ex's Live In Texas 13-Am I Blue 14-Famous Last Words Of A Fool 15-Baby Blue 16-If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin') 17-Baby's Gotten Good At Goodbye 18-What's Going On In Your World 19-Ace In The Hole 20-Love Without End, Amen 21-I've Come To Expect It From You 22-If I Know Me 23-You Know Me Better Than That 24-The Chill Of An Early Fall 25-So Much Like My Dad 26-I Cross My Heart CD-2:1-Heartland 2-Easy Come, Easy Go 3-I'd Like To Have That One Back 4-The Man In Lvoe With You 5-The Big One 6-You Can't Make A Heart Love Somebody 7-Lead On 8-Check Yes Or No 9-I Know She Still Loves Me 10-Blue Clear Sky 11-Carried Away 12-I Can Still Make Cheyenne 13-One Night At A Time 14-Carrying Your Love With Me 15-Today My World Slipped Away 16-Round About Way 17-I Just Want To Dance With You 18-True 19-We Really Shouldn't Be Doing This 20-Write This Down 21-The Best Day 22-Go On 23-Run 24-Living And Living Well 25-She'll Leave You With A Smile (2004/MCA) 51 tracks For over twenty years George has remained at the forefront in an industry always looking for the 'fresh new thing.' George's always consistent vocals, song quality and constant charm have continued to earn the respect of his peers and audiences alike. This first ever collection of George's 50 #1 career singles is a two-CD set including 'I Hate Everything' - the new single showing signs that George isn't satisfied with just 50 # 1's.

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1-Thank You For You 2-Good Thing 3-Take Me Now 4-Let's Have Some Fun 5-I Hate To Hate You 6-Funky Children...... more

1-Thank You For You 2-Good Thing 3-Take Me Now 4-Let's Have Some Fun 5-I Hate To Hate You 6-Funky Children 7-Againstupidity 8-What About Love 9-Every Woman Is A Diva 10-Speak Music 11-Opposites Excellent Spanish soul band shwoing influences fom, Northern Soul, Stax , to Funk. Eleven originals, lovely grooving sounds. Featuring the great vocals of black female singer Mayka Edjole, and funky organ sounds. Recommended. - Digipak. MAYKA EDJOLE - voc, JOSE HERRANZ - gtr, SANTI VALLEJO - B3, SANTI ARTIN - bass, JAVIER GOMEZ -drums.

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CD-1:1-Medley: Travelin' Country Band/Pikin' & Sing 2-About This Hat 3-Pushin' time 4-Moving On 5-Medley: When It's Lamplighting Time In The...... more

CD-1:1-Medley: Travelin' Country Band/Pikin' & Sing 2-About This Hat 3-Pushin' time 4-Moving On 5-Medley: When It's Lamplighting Time In The 6-Valley / Red River Valley 7-Kelly's Offsider 8-Walk Right In 9-Medley: I Must Have Good Terbaccy When I 10-Smoke / When The Rain Tumbles Down In July / 11-Middletowns Rouseabout / Trumby / Drover's 12-Cook / Pub With No Beer 13-The Front Row 14-Three Rivers Hotel 15-Indian Pacific CD-2:1-The Road To Gundagai 2-Jambalaya 3-I Fall To Pieces 4-Listen To A Country Song 5-Crazy 6-Oh Lonesome Me 7-Sunset Years Of Life 8-Camooweal 9-Catching Yellowbelly (In The Old Barcoo) 10-Medley: Lead Me Down To The Stockyard / 11-Country Living / Closest Thing To Freedom 12-Angel Of Goulburn Hill 13-Biggest Disappointment 14-Lights On The Hill 15-Glorybound Train

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Technical Specifications 16db active noise reduction 40mm drivers with neodymium magnets Frequency range: 20 ' 20,000Hz Sensitivity: 104dB/mW (power on);...... more

Technical Specifications 16db active noise reduction 40mm drivers with neodymium magnets Frequency range: 20 ' 20,000Hz Sensitivity: 104dB/mW (power on); 100dB/mW (power off) Impedance: 70 Ohm ± 20% (power on); 40 Ohm ± 20% (power off) As reviewed in the March 2010 edition of What Hi-Fi Sound & Vision! The LINDY Active Noise Cancelling Headphones received 4 out of 5 Stars in a group test of noise cancelling headphones in the March 2010 edition of What Hi-Fi. The test compared a range of headphones priced from £40 up to £300. Some of the comments made about the LINDY headphones included... '...available at a tempting price...smaller and lighter than most...while also being comfortable on the head.''...the noise cancellation proves decent...they have decent bass weight and punch...these are a solid effort.' _____________________________________________________________________________ As reviewed in the Sunday Mirror in May 2012 Awarded 10 out of 10 and rated Star Buy. Comments made about our Noise Cancellers included... 'Incredibly affordable for noise cancelling headphones''...comfortable and the sound quality is excellent. Loud, but not much sound leaks out to disturb others.' _____________________________________________________________________________ Customer Testimonials Below is some of the genuine feedback we have received about this product from our customers- I've just received my LINDY active noise cancelling headphones, and have to say that straight out of the box they have been a superb buy, both cost and performance-wise, and easily knock other similar products into a cocked-hat. Bernard de Neumann ********************************************* "We have just returned from a trip to Australia. I bought 2 sets of your 'noise-cancelling' headphones for my wife and myself. We wore them pretty well throughout the 18 hour trip each way and found them extremely comfortable and astonishingly good at reducing the noise in the fuselage ( even those screaming babies that seemed to turn up on each leg of the journey!) I used them with my iPod and the sound they produced meant that I heard parts of the music I had never noticed before - Fantastic! Thank you very much for a tremendous product" David Greig ********************************************* "Just a brief note to praise your noise cancelling headphones. I've just returned from a beastly UK NZ China UK flight schedule. Without my headphones I'm sure I'd have lost the will to live, probably somewhere over Siberia on the return leg! My headphones eliminated most of the extraneous aircraft noise and allowed me to enjoy my music in relative peace. Given the nature of these types of headphones a degree of 'warm ear' is to be expected and is largely tolerable. As a suggestion you might consider making the 'headband' a little larger. I don't have a particularly large head (others might disagree!) but the headphones only just sit comfortably on my ears. All things considered a great product. Thank you" I.D ********************************************* "I recently purchased a pair of Lindy noise cancelling headphones, I am really delighted with them ,the sound quality is excellent, I have been looking for some for months and continually comparing sound quality to my Bose in ear headphones {not noise cancellers}. The Lindys are spot on just need a little treble boost using the equaliser setting on I-pods. Unlike most larger headphones they are easily driven by an I-pod and get good bass response at lower volume levels, great with all types of music . Many thanks Great product at an amazing Price!!!Rare!!" Gary White

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1-Pink Guitar 2-Look It Up 3-Unbelievable 4-Can't A Girl Change Her Mind 5-Country Singer 6-Did I Just Say That 7-My Own Thing 8-Hearts On Ice...... more

1-Pink Guitar 2-Look It Up 3-Unbelievable 4-Can't A Girl Change Her Mind 5-Country Singer 6-Did I Just Say That 7-My Own Thing 8-Hearts On Ice 9-The Red Dress 10-As Far As You Know 11-Ain't The Same Girl CD-2:1-Hunky Country Boys 2-I Hate That 3-Fixer Upper 4-I'll Try Anything (with Joe Nichols) 5-Too Much 6-I Faked It 7-When I Say No 8-If Your Love Was A Rock 9-Sure Thing 10-Want Me 11-I Don't Wanna Talk About It 12-Miss Hyde 13-Let It Be Me (2013/ABC) 24 tracks, two original albums!

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CD-1:1-Let's Get It On 2-I Heard It Through The Grapevine 3-Ain't No Mountain High Enough (& T. TERRELL) 4-Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna...... more

CD-1:1-Let's Get It On 2-I Heard It Through The Grapevine 3-Ain't No Mountain High Enough (& T. TERRELL) 4-Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) 5-I Want You 6-You Precious Love (& TAMMI TERRELL) 7-Distant Lover 8-Unforgettable 9-You Are Everything (& DIANA ROSS) 10-I Wanna Be Where You Are (& TAMMI TERRELL) 11-Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing 12-California Soul (& TAMMI TERRELL) 13-Ain't That Peculiar 14-Got To Give It Up 15-If This World Were Mine (& TAMMI TERRELL) 16-Keep On Lovin' Me Honey (& TAMMI TERRELL) 17-It Takes Two (& KIM WESTON) CD-2:1-What's Going On 2-Flyin' High (In The Friendly Sky) 3-What's Happening Brother 4-Can I Get A Witness 5-That's The Way Love Is 6-Stubborn Kind Of Fellow 7-You're A Special Part Of Me (& DIANA ROSS) 8-The Onion Song (& TAMMI TARRELL) 9-Trouble Man 10-Don't Take Much To Keep Me 11-Just To Keep You Satisfied 12-Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home) 13-If I Could Build My Whole World Around You 14-Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide 15-Good Lovin' Ain't Easy To Come By 16-If I Should Die Tonight 17-You're All I Need To Get By (& TAMMI TERRELL) CD-3:1-Mercy Mercy (The Ecology) 2-Abraham, Martin & John 3-How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) 4-Too Busy Thinking About My Baby 5-I'll Never Stop Loving You Baby 6-I'll Be Around 7-Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever(& MARY WELLS) 8-Once Upon A Time 9-Seek And You Shall Find 10-Some Kind Of Wonderful 11-Come Get To This 12-Ego Trippin Out 13-Here, My Dear 14-(I'm Afraid) The Masquerade Is Over 15-You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin' 16-Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart) (2007/MOTOWN) 50 tracks - gatefold/papersleeve

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CD-1:1-Mama Put Your Britches On 2-Tuscaloosa 3-Grand Central Station 4-No Fish Today 5-Just For You 6-I've Learned A Lesson I'll Never Forget...... more

CD-1:1-Mama Put Your Britches On 2-Tuscaloosa 3-Grand Central Station 4-No Fish Today 5-Just For You 6-I've Learned A Lesson I'll Never Forget 7-Boogie Woogie Ball 8-Lenox Avenue Jump 9-Strictly On The Safety Side 10-Somebody's Lyin' 11-Was It You 12-Gabriel's Band 13-Sugar Lips 14-It's So Good Good Good 15-I'm So Crazy About You 16-Mary Had A Little Jam 17-Boogie Woogie On A Saturday Night 18-Atlanta G.A. 19-Get Off That Kick 20-I've Got A Hole In It 21-Monkey And The Baboon 22-You Can't See The Sun When You're Crying 23-Jack Your Dead 24-Wedding Bells Are Breaking Up That Old Gang O 25-If Money Grew On Trees 26-Palace Of Stone 27-I'm Living For You CD-2:1-Scratch And You'll Find It 2-Danny Boy 3-Blueberry Hill 4-I Want A Roof Over My Head 5-The Thing 6-Am I To Blame 7-I'm To Blame 8-Sidewalk Shuffle 9-Would I Mind 10-When You Come Back To Me 11-Boogie Woogie On A Saturday Night 12-Shame 13-Three Dollars And Ninety Eight Cents 14-D'ya Eat Yet Joe 15-I May Hate Myself In The Morning 16-Two Little Kisses 17-Wait 18-I Went To Your Wedding 19-Why Don't You Love Me 20-Truthfully 21-Big Game Hunter 22-Do I, Do I, I Do 23-My Tzatskele (My Little Darling) 24-Win Or Lose 25-Feelin Kinda Happy 26-Nuff Of That Stuff 27-Freehearted 28-Always 29-How I Cry 30-Bobbin'

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CD-1:1-I Hate Everything 2-Fool Hearted Memory 3-A Fire I Can't Put Out 4-You Look So Good In Love 5-Right Or Wrong 6-Let's Fall To...... more

CD-1:1-I Hate Everything 2-Fool Hearted Memory 3-A Fire I Can't Put Out 4-You Look So Good In Love 5-Right Or Wrong 6-Let's Fall To Pieces Together 7-Does fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind 8-The Chair 9-Nobody In His Right Mind Would've Left Her 10-It Ain't Cool To Be Cryzy About You 11-Ocean Front Property 12-All My Ex's Live In Texas 13-Am I Blue 14-Famous Last Words Of A Fool 15-Baby Blue 16-If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin') 17-Baby's Gotten Good At Goodbye 18-What's Going On In Your World 19-Ace In The Hole 20-Love Without End, Amen 21-I've Come To Expect It From You 22-If I Know Me 23-You Know Me Better Than That 24-The Chill Of An Early Fall 25-So Much Like My Dad 26-I Cross My Heart CD-2:1-Heartland 2-Easy Come, Easy Go 3-I'd Like To Have That One Back 4-The Man In Lvoe With You 5-The Big One 6-You Can't Make A Heart Love Somebody 7-Lead On 8-Check Yes Or No 9-I Know She Still Loves Me 10-Blue Clear Sky 11-Carried Away 12-I Can Still Make Cheyenne 13-One Night At A Time 14-Carrying Your Love With Me 15-Today My World Slipped Away 16-Round About Way 17-I Just Want To Dance With You 18-True 19-We Really Shouldn't Be Doing This 20-Write This Down 21-The Best Day 22-Go On 23-Run 24-Living And Living Well 25-She'll Leave You With A Smile (2004/MCA) 51 tracks For over twenty years George has remained at the forefront in an industry always looking for the 'fresh new thing.' George's always consistent vocals, song quality and constant charm have continued to earn the respect of his peers and audiences alike. This first ever collection of George's 50 #1 career singles is a two-CD set including 'I Hate Everything' - the new single showing signs that George isn't satisfied with just 50 # 1's.

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CD-1:1-Medley: Travelin' Country Band/Pikin' & Sing 2-About This Hat 3-Pushin' time 4-Moving On 5-Medley: When It's Lamplighting Time In The...... more

CD-1:1-Medley: Travelin' Country Band/Pikin' & Sing 2-About This Hat 3-Pushin' time 4-Moving On 5-Medley: When It's Lamplighting Time In The 6-Valley / Red River Valley 7-Kelly's Offsider 8-Walk Right In 9-Medley: I Must Have Good Terbaccy When I 10-Smoke / When The Rain Tumbles Down In July / 11-Middletowns Rouseabout / Trumby / Drover's 12-Cook / Pub With No Beer 13-The Front Row 14-Three Rivers Hotel 15-Indian Pacific CD-2:1-The Road To Gundagai 2-Jambalaya 3-I Fall To Pieces 4-Listen To A Country Song 5-Crazy 6-Oh Lonesome Me 7-Sunset Years Of Life 8-Camooweal 9-Catching Yellowbelly (In The Old Barcoo) 10-Medley: Lead Me Down To The Stockyard / 11-Country Living / Closest Thing To Freedom 12-Angel Of Goulburn Hill 13-Biggest Disappointment 14-Lights On The Hill 15-Glorybound Train

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CD-1:1-Let's Get It On 2-I Heard It Through The Grapevine 3-Ain't No Mountain High Enough (& T. TERRELL) 4-Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna...... more

CD-1:1-Let's Get It On 2-I Heard It Through The Grapevine 3-Ain't No Mountain High Enough (& T. TERRELL) 4-Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) 5-I Want You 6-You Precious Love (& TAMMI TERRELL) 7-Distant Lover 8-Unforgettable 9-You Are Everything (& DIANA ROSS) 10-I Wanna Be Where You Are (& TAMMI TERRELL) 11-Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing 12-California Soul (& TAMMI TERRELL) 13-Ain't That Peculiar 14-Got To Give It Up 15-If This World Were Mine (& TAMMI TERRELL) 16-Keep On Lovin' Me Honey (& TAMMI TERRELL) 17-It Takes Two (& KIM WESTON) CD-2:1-What's Going On 2-Flyin' High (In The Friendly Sky) 3-What's Happening Brother 4-Can I Get A Witness 5-That's The Way Love Is 6-Stubborn Kind Of Fellow 7-You're A Special Part Of Me (& DIANA ROSS) 8-The Onion Song (& TAMMI TARRELL) 9-Trouble Man 10-Don't Take Much To Keep Me 11-Just To Keep You Satisfied 12-Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home) 13-If I Could Build My Whole World Around You 14-Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide 15-Good Lovin' Ain't Easy To Come By 16-If I Should Die Tonight 17-You're All I Need To Get By (& TAMMI TERRELL) CD-3:1-Mercy Mercy (The Ecology) 2-Abraham, Martin & John 3-How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) 4-Too Busy Thinking About My Baby 5-I'll Never Stop Loving You Baby 6-I'll Be Around 7-Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever(& MARY WELLS) 8-Once Upon A Time 9-Seek And You Shall Find 10-Some Kind Of Wonderful 11-Come Get To This 12-Ego Trippin Out 13-Here, My Dear 14-(I'm Afraid) The Masquerade Is Over 15-You Ain't Livin' Till You're Lovin' 16-Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart) (2007/MOTOWN) 50 tracks - gatefold/papersleeve

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The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's EditionOffered Exclusively by Amazon (Available in Limited Quantities) In December 2007, J.K. Rowling unveiled The...... more

The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's EditionOffered Exclusively by Amazon (Available in Limited Quantities) In December 2007, J.K. Rowling unveiled The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a very special book of five fairy tales illustrated by the bard herself, embellished with silver ornaments and mounted moonstones. Amazon was fortunate to come into possession of one of the original copies, and it was our privilege to share images and reviews of this incredible artifact. Now J.K. Rowling is giving millions of Harry Potter fans worldwide cause for celebration with a new edition of The Tales of Beedle the Bard (available December 4, 2008) and Amazon is thrilled to exclusively offer a luxuriously packaged Collectors Edition designed to evoke the spirit of the handcrafted original. Tucked in its own case disguised as a wizarding textbook found in the Hogwarts library, the Collector's Edition includes an exclusive reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction, as well as 10 additional illustrations not found in the Standard Edition or the original. Opening the case reveals a velvet bag embroidered with J.K. Rowlings signature, in which sits the piece de resistance: your very own copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, complete with metal skull, corners, and clasp; replica gemstones; and emerald ribbon. As a special gift for fans, the Collector's edition also includes a set of 10 ready-for-framing prints of J.K. Rowling's illustrations, enclosed in a velvet-lined pocket in the lid of the outer case.Offering the trademark wit and imagination familiar to Rowling's legions of readers--as well as Aesop's wisdom and the occasional darkness of the Brothers Grimm--each of these five tales reveals a lesson befitting children and parents alike: the strength gained with a trusted friendship, the redemptive power of love, and the true magic that exists in the hearts of all of us. Rowling's new introduction also comments on the personal lessons she has taken from the Tales, noting that the characters in Beedle's collection "take their fates into their own hands, rather than taking a prolonged nap or waiting for someone to return a lost shoe," and "that magic causes as much trouble as it cures."But the true jewel of this new edition is the enlightening and comprehensive commentary (including extensive footnotes!) by Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, who brings his unique wizard's-eye perspective to the collection. Discovered "among the many papers which Dumbledore left in his will to the Hogwarts Archives," the venerable wizard's ruminations on the Tales allow today's readers to place them in the context of 16th century Muggle society, even allowing that "Beedle was somewhat out of step with his times in preaching a message of brotherly love for Muggles" during the era of witch hunts that would eventually drive the wizarding community into self-imposed exile. In fact, versions of the same stories told in wizarding households would shock many for their uncharitable treatment of their Muggle characters.Professor Dumbledore also includes fascinating historical backstory, including tidbits such as the history and pursuit of magic wands, a brief comment on the Dark Arts and its practitioners, and the struggles with censorship that eventually led "a certain Beatrix Bloxam" to cleanse the Tales of "much of the darker themes that she found distasteful," forever altering the meaning of the stories for their Muggle audience. Dumbledore also allows us a glimpse of his personal relationship to the Tales, remarking that it was through "Babbity Rabbity and Her Cackling Stump" that "many of us [wizards] first discovered that magic could not bring back the dead."Both a wise and delightful addition to the Harry Potter canon, this new translation of The Tales of Beedle the Bard is all that fans could hope for and more--and an essential volume for the libraries of Muggles, wizards, and witches, both young and old.The Children's Voice CampaignThe Tales of Beedle the Bard is published by The Childrens High Level Group (CHLG), registered charity number 1112575, a charity co-founded in 2005 by J.K. Rowling and Emma Nicholson MEP to make life better for vulnerable children.All net proceeds* from the sale will be donated to The Children's Voice campaign.The Children's Voice campaign is run by CHLG. It campaigns for child rights across Europe, particularly in Eastern Europe where over a million children and teenagers are growing up in institutions, often in unacceptable conditions. In most cases they are without adequate human or emotional contact and stimulation, while many only just survive without life's basics such as adequate shelter and food.CHLG's Children's Voice campaign helps around a quarter of a million children each year through education activities; outreach work in institutions; and a dedicated telephone and email help line.*We estimate that £20 GBP per unit from the sale of the Collectors Edition from Amazon.co.uk will be donated to CHLG.Also Available: the Standard EditionThe Tales of Beedle the Bard, Standard Edition contains the five fairy tales, new introduction by J.K. Rowling, illustrations reproduced from the original handcrafted book, and commentary on each of the tales from Professor Albus Dumbledore. Collector's Edition Product Features:   All five fairy tales from the original The Tales of Beedle the Bard   An outer case disguised as a wizarding textbook from the Hogwarts library        10 ready-for-framing prints of J.K. Rowling's illustrations    Exclusive reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction   10 new illustrations by J.K. Rowling not included in the Standard Edition or the original handcrafted edition   Velvet bag embroidered with J.K. Rowling's signature   Metal skull, corners, and clasp   Replica gemstones   Emerald ribbon Stay tuned for updated images and details about The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's Edition.Amazon Reviews the Original Handcrafted Edition of The Tales of Beedle the BardThe following is Amazon's original December 2007 review. Please note that the review and images below pertain to the handmade book purchased at auction: There is no easy way to define the experience of seeing, holding, or reading J.K. Rowling's The Tales of Beedle the Bard, so let's just start with one word: "Wow." The very fact of its existence (an artifact pulled straight out of a novel) is magical, not to mention the facts that only seven copies exist in all the world and each of the never-before-told tales is handwritten and illustrated by J.K. Rowling herself (and it's quite clear from the first few pages that she has some skill as an artist). Rowling's handwriting is like the familiar scrawl of a favorite aunt--it's not hard to read, but it does require attention--allowing you to take it slow and savour the mystery of each next word. So how do you review one of the most remarkable tomes you've ever had the pleasure of opening? You just turn each page and allow yourself to be swept away by each story. You soak up the simple tales that read like Aesop's fables and echo the themes of the series; you follow every dip and curve of Rowling's handwriting and revel in every detail that makes the book unique--a slight darkening of a letter here, a place where the writing nearly runs off the page there. You take all that and you try and bring it to life, knowing that you will never be able to do it justice. With that, let's dig in and begin at the beginning, shall we? --Daphne DurhamCaution: the full reviews contain spoilers!Please note that the review and images below pertain to the handmade book purchased at auction in December 2007."The Wizard and the Hopping Pot""The Fountain of Fair Fortune""The Warlock's Hairy Heart""Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump""The Tale of the Three Brothers"More images from the original handcrafted edition of The Tales of Beedle the BardPlease note that these are images of the handcrafted book purchased at auction in December 2007. Click thumbnails to open full-size images in a new window. See more on our original The Tales of Beedle the Bard pages.The Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest Amazon customers have spoken, and out of thousands of entrants, you have chosen Rhiannon D. of Australia as the winner of the Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest, sending her and a friend on a trip for two to London, England and a weekend with The Tales of Beedle the Bard. See her Grand Prize winning entry, as well as all of the other delightful semifinalist submissions.Magic, Mystery, and Mayhem: A Conversation with J.K. Rowling"I am an extraordinarily lucky person, doing what I love best in the world. Im sure that I will always be a writer. It was wonderful enough just to be published. The greatest reward is the enthusiasm of the readers." --J.K. RowlingFind out more about Harry's creator in our exclusive interview with J.K. Rowling.Rediscover the Complete Harry Potter SeriesHarry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverWhy We Love Harry: Our Favorite Moments from the Series There are plenty of reasons to love Rowling's wildly popular series--no doubt you have several dozen of your own. Our list features favorite moments, characters, and artifacts from the first five books. Keep in mind that this list is by no means exhaustive (what we love about Harry could fill ten books!) and does not include any of the spectacular revelatory moments that would spoil the books for those (few) who have not read them. Enjoy. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone* Harry's first trip to the zoo with the Dursleys, when a boa constrictor winks at him. * When the Dursleys' house is suddenly besieged by letters for Harry from Hogwarts. Readers learn how much the Dursleys have been keeping from Harry. Rowling does a wonderful job in displaying the lengths to which Uncle Vernon will go to deny that magic exists. * Harry's first visit to Diagon Alley with Hagrid. Full of curiosities and rich with magic and marvel, Harry's first trip includes a trip to Gringotts and Ollivanders, where Harry gets his wand (holly and phoenix feather) and discovers yet another connection to He-Who-Must-No-Be-Named. This moment is the reader's first full introduction to Rowling's world of witchcraft and wizards. * Harry's experience with the Sorting Hat.Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets* The de-gnoming of the Weasleys' garden. Harry discovers that even wizards have chores--gnomes must be grabbed (ignoring angry protests "Gerroff me! Gerroff me!"), swung about (to make them too dizzy to come back), and tossed out of the garden--this delightful scene highlights Rowling's clever and witty genius. * Harry's first experience with a Howler, sent to Ron by his mother. * The Dueling Club battle between Harry and Malfoy. Gilderoy Lockhart starts the Dueling Club to help students practice spells on each other, but he is not prepared for the intensity of the animosity between Harry and Draco. Since they are still young, their minibattle is innocent enough, including tickling and dancing charms.Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban* Ron's attempt to use a telephone to call Harry at the Dursleys'. * Harry's first encounter with a Dementor on the train (and just about any other encounter with Dementors). Harry's brush with the Dementors is terrifying and prepares Potter fans for a darker, scarier book. * Harry, Ron, and Hermione's behavior in Professor Trelawney's Divination class. Some of the best moments in Rowling's books occur when she reminds us that the wizards-in-training at Hogwarts are, after all, just children. Clearly, even at a school of witchcraft and wizardry, classes can be boring and seem pointless to children. * The Boggart lesson in Professor Lupin's classroom. * Harry, Ron, and Hermione's knock-down confrontation with Snape.Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire* Hermione's disgust at the reception for the veela (Bulgarian National Team Mascots) at the Quidditch World Cup. Rowling's fourth book addresses issues about growing up--the dynamic between the boys and girls at Hogwarts starts to change. Nowhere is this more plain than the hilarious scene in which magical cheerleaders nearly convince Harry and Ron to jump from the stands to impress them. * Viktor Krum's crush on Hermione--and Ron's objection to it. * Malfoy's "Potter Stinks" badge. * Hermione's creation of S.P.E.W., the intolerant bigotry of the Death Eaters, and the danger of the Triwizard Tournament. Add in the changing dynamics between girls and boys at Hogwarts, and suddenly Rowling's fourth book has a weight and seriousness not as present in early books in the series. Candy and tickle spells are left behind as the students tackle darker, more serious issues and take on larger responsibilities, including the knowledge of illegal curses.Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix* Harry's outburst to his friends at No. 12 Grimmauld Place. A combination of frustration over being kept in the dark and fear that he will be expelled fuels much of Harry's anger, and it all comes out at once, directly aimed at Ron and Hermione. Rowling perfectly portrays Harry's frustration at being too old to shirk responsibility, but too young to be accepted as part of the fight that he knows is coming. * Harry's detention with Professor Umbridge. Rowling shows her darker side, leading readers to believe that Hogwarts is no longer a safe haven for young wizards. Dolores represents a bureaucratic tyrant capable of real evil, and Harry is forced to endure their private battle of wills alone. * Harry and Cho's painfully awkward interactions. Rowling clearly remembers what it was like to be a teenager. * Harry's Occlumency lessons with Snape. * Dumbledore's confession to Harry.Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince* The introduction of the Horcrux. * Molly Weasley asking Arthur Weasley about his "dearest ambition. "Rowling has always been great at revealing little intriguing bits about her characters at a time, and Arthurs answer "to find out how airplanes stay up" reminds us about his obsession with Muggles. * Harry's private lessons with Dumbledore, and more time spent with the fascinating and dangerous pensieve, arguably one of Rowlings most ingenious inventions. * Fred and George Weasleys Joke Shop, and the slogan: "Why Are You Worrying About You-Know-Who? You Should Be Worrying About U-NO-POO--the Constipation Sensation That's Gripping the Nation!" * Luna's Quidditch commentary. Rowling created scores of Luna Lovegood fans with hilarious and bizarre commentary from the most unlikely Quidditch commentator. * The effects of Felix Felicis.Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows* The revelation of Snape's nature (especially Snapes Patronus and the emotion behind it). It serves as a reminder that it is love (requited or not) in all its forms that drives many of our actions. * Harry asking if the conversation with Dumbledore was real or happening in his head, and Dumbledore responding "Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?" * Ron gifting Harry a book on dating witches, a subtle reminder that they are still teens, after all.Visit the Harry Potter Store Can't get enough of Harry, Ron, and Hermione? Our Harry Potter Store features all things Harry, including books, audio CDs and cassettes, DVDs, soundtracks, games, and more.

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The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's EditionOffered Exclusively by Amazon (Available in Limited Quantities) In December 2007, J.K. Rowling unveiled The...... more

The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's EditionOffered Exclusively by Amazon (Available in Limited Quantities) In December 2007, J.K. Rowling unveiled The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a very special book of five fairy tales illustrated by the bard herself, embellished with silver ornaments and mounted moonstones. Amazon was fortunate to come into possession of one of the original copies, and it was our privilege to share images and reviews of this incredible artifact. Now J.K. Rowling is giving millions of Harry Potter fans worldwide cause for celebration with a new edition of The Tales of Beedle the Bard (available December 4, 2008) and Amazon is thrilled to exclusively offer a luxuriously packaged Collectors Edition designed to evoke the spirit of the handcrafted original. Tucked in its own case disguised as a wizarding textbook found in the Hogwarts library, the Collector's Edition includes an exclusive reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction, as well as 10 additional illustrations not found in the Standard Edition or the original. Opening the case reveals a velvet bag embroidered with J.K. Rowlings signature, in which sits the piece de resistance: your very own copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, complete with metal skull, corners, and clasp; replica gemstones; and emerald ribbon. As a special gift for fans, the Collector's edition also includes a set of 10 ready-for-framing prints of J.K. Rowling's illustrations, enclosed in a velvet-lined pocket in the lid of the outer case.Offering the trademark wit and imagination familiar to Rowling's legions of readers--as well as Aesop's wisdom and the occasional darkness of the Brothers Grimm--each of these five tales reveals a lesson befitting children and parents alike: the strength gained with a trusted friendship, the redemptive power of love, and the true magic that exists in the hearts of all of us. Rowling's new introduction also comments on the personal lessons she has taken from the Tales, noting that the characters in Beedle's collection "take their fates into their own hands, rather than taking a prolonged nap or waiting for someone to return a lost shoe," and "that magic causes as much trouble as it cures."But the true jewel of this new edition is the enlightening and comprehensive commentary (including extensive footnotes!) by Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, who brings his unique wizard's-eye perspective to the collection. Discovered "among the many papers which Dumbledore left in his will to the Hogwarts Archives," the venerable wizard's ruminations on the Tales allow today's readers to place them in the context of 16th century Muggle society, even allowing that "Beedle was somewhat out of step with his times in preaching a message of brotherly love for Muggles" during the era of witch hunts that would eventually drive the wizarding community into self-imposed exile. In fact, versions of the same stories told in wizarding households would shock many for their uncharitable treatment of their Muggle characters.Professor Dumbledore also includes fascinating historical backstory, including tidbits such as the history and pursuit of magic wands, a brief comment on the Dark Arts and its practitioners, and the struggles with censorship that eventually led "a certain Beatrix Bloxam" to cleanse the Tales of "much of the darker themes that she found distasteful," forever altering the meaning of the stories for their Muggle audience. Dumbledore also allows us a glimpse of his personal relationship to the Tales, remarking that it was through "Babbity Rabbity and Her Cackling Stump" that "many of us [wizards] first discovered that magic could not bring back the dead."Both a wise and delightful addition to the Harry Potter canon, this new translation of The Tales of Beedle the Bard is all that fans could hope for and more--and an essential volume for the libraries of Muggles, wizards, and witches, both young and old.The Children's Voice CampaignThe Tales of Beedle the Bard is published by The Childrens High Level Group (CHLG), registered charity number 1112575, a charity co-founded in 2005 by J.K. Rowling and Emma Nicholson MEP to make life better for vulnerable children.All net proceeds* from the sale will be donated to The Children's Voice campaign.The Children's Voice campaign is run by CHLG. It campaigns for child rights across Europe, particularly in Eastern Europe where over a million children and teenagers are growing up in institutions, often in unacceptable conditions. In most cases they are without adequate human or emotional contact and stimulation, while many only just survive without life's basics such as adequate shelter and food.CHLG's Children's Voice campaign helps around a quarter of a million children each year through education activities; outreach work in institutions; and a dedicated telephone and email help line.*We estimate that £20 GBP per unit from the sale of the Collectors Edition from Amazon.co.uk will be donated to CHLG.Also Available: the Standard EditionThe Tales of Beedle the Bard, Standard Edition contains the five fairy tales, new introduction by J.K. Rowling, illustrations reproduced from the original handcrafted book, and commentary on each of the tales from Professor Albus Dumbledore. Collector's Edition Product Features:   All five fairy tales from the original The Tales of Beedle the Bard   An outer case disguised as a wizarding textbook from the Hogwarts library        10 ready-for-framing prints of J.K. Rowling's illustrations    Exclusive reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction   10 new illustrations by J.K. Rowling not included in the Standard Edition or the original handcrafted edition   Velvet bag embroidered with J.K. Rowling's signature   Metal skull, corners, and clasp   Replica gemstones   Emerald ribbon Stay tuned for updated images and details about The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's Edition.Amazon Reviews the Original Handcrafted Edition of The Tales of Beedle the BardThe following is Amazon's original December 2007 review. Please note that the review and images below pertain to the handmade book purchased at auction: There is no easy way to define the experience of seeing, holding, or reading J.K. Rowling's The Tales of Beedle the Bard, so let's just start with one word: "Wow." The very fact of its existence (an artifact pulled straight out of a novel) is magical, not to mention the facts that only seven copies exist in all the world and each of the never-before-told tales is handwritten and illustrated by J.K. Rowling herself (and it's quite clear from the first few pages that she has some skill as an artist). Rowling's handwriting is like the familiar scrawl of a favorite aunt--it's not hard to read, but it does require attention--allowing you to take it slow and savour the mystery of each next word. So how do you review one of the most remarkable tomes you've ever had the pleasure of opening? You just turn each page and allow yourself to be swept away by each story. You soak up the simple tales that read like Aesop's fables and echo the themes of the series; you follow every dip and curve of Rowling's handwriting and revel in every detail that makes the book unique--a slight darkening of a letter here, a place where the writing nearly runs off the page there. You take all that and you try and bring it to life, knowing that you will never be able to do it justice. With that, let's dig in and begin at the beginning, shall we? --Daphne DurhamCaution: the full reviews contain spoilers!Please note that the review and images below pertain to the handmade book purchased at auction in December 2007."The Wizard and the Hopping Pot""The Fountain of Fair Fortune""The Warlock's Hairy Heart""Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump""The Tale of the Three Brothers"More images from the original handcrafted edition of The Tales of Beedle the BardPlease note that these are images of the handcrafted book purchased at auction in December 2007. Click thumbnails to open full-size images in a new window. See more on our original The Tales of Beedle the Bard pages.The Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest Amazon customers have spoken, and out of thousands of entrants, you have chosen Rhiannon D. of Australia as the winner of the Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest, sending her and a friend on a trip for two to London, England and a weekend with The Tales of Beedle the Bard. See her Grand Prize winning entry, as well as all of the other delightful semifinalist submissions.Magic, Mystery, and Mayhem: A Conversation with J.K. Rowling"I am an extraordinarily lucky person, doing what I love best in the world. Im sure that I will always be a writer. It was wonderful enough just to be published. The greatest reward is the enthusiasm of the readers." --J.K. RowlingFind out more about Harry's creator in our exclusive interview with J.K. Rowling.Rediscover the Complete Harry Potter SeriesHarry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverWhy We Love Harry: Our Favorite Moments from the Series There are plenty of reasons to love Rowling's wildly popular series--no doubt you have several dozen of your own. Our list features favorite moments, characters, and artifacts from the first five books. Keep in mind that this list is by no means exhaustive (what we love about Harry could fill ten books!) and does not include any of the spectacular revelatory moments that would spoil the books for those (few) who have not read them. Enjoy. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone* Harry's first trip to the zoo with the Dursleys, when a boa constrictor winks at him. * When the Dursleys' house is suddenly besieged by letters for Harry from Hogwarts. Readers learn how much the Dursleys have been keeping from Harry. Rowling does a wonderful job in displaying the lengths to which Uncle Vernon will go to deny that magic exists. * Harry's first visit to Diagon Alley with Hagrid. Full of curiosities and rich with magic and marvel, Harry's first trip includes a trip to Gringotts and Ollivanders, where Harry gets his wand (holly and phoenix feather) and discovers yet another connection to He-Who-Must-No-Be-Named. This moment is the reader's first full introduction to Rowling's world of witchcraft and wizards. * Harry's experience with the Sorting Hat.Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets* The de-gnoming of the Weasleys' garden. Harry discovers that even wizards have chores--gnomes must be grabbed (ignoring angry protests "Gerroff me! Gerroff me!"), swung about (to make them too dizzy to come back), and tossed out of the garden--this delightful scene highlights Rowling's clever and witty genius. * Harry's first experience with a Howler, sent to Ron by his mother. * The Dueling Club battle between Harry and Malfoy. Gilderoy Lockhart starts the Dueling Club to help students practice spells on each other, but he is not prepared for the intensity of the animosity between Harry and Draco. Since they are still young, their minibattle is innocent enough, including tickling and dancing charms.Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban* Ron's attempt to use a telephone to call Harry at the Dursleys'. * Harry's first encounter with a Dementor on the train (and just about any other encounter with Dementors). Harry's brush with the Dementors is terrifying and prepares Potter fans for a darker, scarier book. * Harry, Ron, and Hermione's behavior in Professor Trelawney's Divination class. Some of the best moments in Rowling's books occur when she reminds us that the wizards-in-training at Hogwarts are, after all, just children. Clearly, even at a school of witchcraft and wizardry, classes can be boring and seem pointless to children. * The Boggart lesson in Professor Lupin's classroom. * Harry, Ron, and Hermione's knock-down confrontation with Snape.Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire* Hermione's disgust at the reception for the veela (Bulgarian National Team Mascots) at the Quidditch World Cup. Rowling's fourth book addresses issues about growing up--the dynamic between the boys and girls at Hogwarts starts to change. Nowhere is this more plain than the hilarious scene in which magical cheerleaders nearly convince Harry and Ron to jump from the stands to impress them. * Viktor Krum's crush on Hermione--and Ron's objection to it. * Malfoy's "Potter Stinks" badge. * Hermione's creation of S.P.E.W., the intolerant bigotry of the Death Eaters, and the danger of the Triwizard Tournament. Add in the changing dynamics between girls and boys at Hogwarts, and suddenly Rowling's fourth book has a weight and seriousness not as present in early books in the series. Candy and tickle spells are left behind as the students tackle darker, more serious issues and take on larger responsibilities, including the knowledge of illegal curses.Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix* Harry's outburst to his friends at No. 12 Grimmauld Place. A combination of frustration over being kept in the dark and fear that he will be expelled fuels much of Harry's anger, and it all comes out at once, directly aimed at Ron and Hermione. Rowling perfectly portrays Harry's frustration at being too old to shirk responsibility, but too young to be accepted as part of the fight that he knows is coming. * Harry's detention with Professor Umbridge. Rowling shows her darker side, leading readers to believe that Hogwarts is no longer a safe haven for young wizards. Dolores represents a bureaucratic tyrant capable of real evil, and Harry is forced to endure their private battle of wills alone. * Harry and Cho's painfully awkward interactions. Rowling clearly remembers what it was like to be a teenager. * Harry's Occlumency lessons with Snape. * Dumbledore's confession to Harry.Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince* The introduction of the Horcrux. * Molly Weasley asking Arthur Weasley about his "dearest ambition. "Rowling has always been great at revealing little intriguing bits about her characters at a time, and Arthurs answer "to find out how airplanes stay up" reminds us about his obsession with Muggles. * Harry's private lessons with Dumbledore, and more time spent with the fascinating and dangerous pensieve, arguably one of Rowlings most ingenious inventions. * Fred and George Weasleys Joke Shop, and the slogan: "Why Are You Worrying About You-Know-Who? You Should Be Worrying About U-NO-POO--the Constipation Sensation That's Gripping the Nation!" * Luna's Quidditch commentary. Rowling created scores of Luna Lovegood fans with hilarious and bizarre commentary from the most unlikely Quidditch commentator. * The effects of Felix Felicis.Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows* The revelation of Snape's nature (especially Snapes Patronus and the emotion behind it). It serves as a reminder that it is love (requited or not) in all its forms that drives many of our actions. * Harry asking if the conversation with Dumbledore was real or happening in his head, and Dumbledore responding "Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?" * Ron gifting Harry a book on dating witches, a subtle reminder that they are still teens, after all.Visit the Harry Potter Store Can't get enough of Harry, Ron, and Hermione? Our Harry Potter Store features all things Harry, including books, audio CDs and cassettes, DVDs, soundtracks, games, and more.

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The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's EditionOffered Exclusively by Amazon (Available in Limited Quantities) In December 2007, J.K. Rowling unveiled The...... more

The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's EditionOffered Exclusively by Amazon (Available in Limited Quantities) In December 2007, J.K. Rowling unveiled The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a very special book of five fairy tales illustrated by the bard herself, embellished with silver ornaments and mounted moonstones. Amazon was fortunate to come into possession of one of the original copies, and it was our privilege to share images and reviews of this incredible artifact. Now J.K. Rowling is giving millions of Harry Potter fans worldwide cause for celebration with a new edition of The Tales of Beedle the Bard (available December 4, 2008) and Amazon is thrilled to exclusively offer a luxuriously packaged Collectors Edition designed to evoke the spirit of the handcrafted original. Tucked in its own case disguised as a wizarding textbook found in the Hogwarts library, the Collector's Edition includes an exclusive reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction, as well as 10 additional illustrations not found in the Standard Edition or the original. Opening the case reveals a velvet bag embroidered with J.K. Rowlings signature, in which sits the piece de resistance: your very own copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, complete with metal skull, corners, and clasp; replica gemstones; and emerald ribbon. As a special gift for fans, the Collector's edition also includes a set of 10 ready-for-framing prints of J.K. Rowling's illustrations, enclosed in a velvet-lined pocket in the lid of the outer case.Offering the trademark wit and imagination familiar to Rowling's legions of readers--as well as Aesop's wisdom and the occasional darkness of the Brothers Grimm--each of these five tales reveals a lesson befitting children and parents alike: the strength gained with a trusted friendship, the redemptive power of love, and the true magic that exists in the hearts of all of us. Rowling's new introduction also comments on the personal lessons she has taken from the Tales, noting that the characters in Beedle's collection "take their fates into their own hands, rather than taking a prolonged nap or waiting for someone to return a lost shoe," and "that magic causes as much trouble as it cures."But the true jewel of this new edition is the enlightening and comprehensive commentary (including extensive footnotes!) by Professor Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, who brings his unique wizard's-eye perspective to the collection. Discovered "among the many papers which Dumbledore left in his will to the Hogwarts Archives," the venerable wizard's ruminations on the Tales allow today's readers to place them in the context of 16th century Muggle society, even allowing that "Beedle was somewhat out of step with his times in preaching a message of brotherly love for Muggles" during the era of witch hunts that would eventually drive the wizarding community into self-imposed exile. In fact, versions of the same stories told in wizarding households would shock many for their uncharitable treatment of their Muggle characters.Professor Dumbledore also includes fascinating historical backstory, including tidbits such as the history and pursuit of magic wands, a brief comment on the Dark Arts and its practitioners, and the struggles with censorship that eventually led "a certain Beatrix Bloxam" to cleanse the Tales of "much of the darker themes that she found distasteful," forever altering the meaning of the stories for their Muggle audience. Dumbledore also allows us a glimpse of his personal relationship to the Tales, remarking that it was through "Babbity Rabbity and Her Cackling Stump" that "many of us [wizards] first discovered that magic could not bring back the dead."Both a wise and delightful addition to the Harry Potter canon, this new translation of The Tales of Beedle the Bard is all that fans could hope for and more--and an essential volume for the libraries of Muggles, wizards, and witches, both young and old.The Children's Voice CampaignThe Tales of Beedle the Bard is published by The Childrens High Level Group (CHLG), registered charity number 1112575, a charity co-founded in 2005 by J.K. Rowling and Emma Nicholson MEP to make life better for vulnerable children.All net proceeds* from the sale will be donated to The Children's Voice campaign.The Children's Voice campaign is run by CHLG. It campaigns for child rights across Europe, particularly in Eastern Europe where over a million children and teenagers are growing up in institutions, often in unacceptable conditions. In most cases they are without adequate human or emotional contact and stimulation, while many only just survive without life's basics such as adequate shelter and food.CHLG's Children's Voice campaign helps around a quarter of a million children each year through education activities; outreach work in institutions; and a dedicated telephone and email help line.*We estimate that £20 GBP per unit from the sale of the Collectors Edition from Amazon.co.uk will be donated to CHLG.Also Available: the Standard EditionThe Tales of Beedle the Bard, Standard Edition contains the five fairy tales, new introduction by J.K. Rowling, illustrations reproduced from the original handcrafted book, and commentary on each of the tales from Professor Albus Dumbledore. Collector's Edition Product Features:   All five fairy tales from the original The Tales of Beedle the Bard   An outer case disguised as a wizarding textbook from the Hogwarts library        10 ready-for-framing prints of J.K. Rowling's illustrations    Exclusive reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction   10 new illustrations by J.K. Rowling not included in the Standard Edition or the original handcrafted edition   Velvet bag embroidered with J.K. Rowling's signature   Metal skull, corners, and clasp   Replica gemstones   Emerald ribbon Stay tuned for updated images and details about The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Collector's Edition.Amazon Reviews the Original Handcrafted Edition of The Tales of Beedle the BardThe following is Amazon's original December 2007 review. Please note that the review and images below pertain to the handmade book purchased at auction: There is no easy way to define the experience of seeing, holding, or reading J.K. Rowling's The Tales of Beedle the Bard, so let's just start with one word: "Wow." The very fact of its existence (an artifact pulled straight out of a novel) is magical, not to mention the facts that only seven copies exist in all the world and each of the never-before-told tales is handwritten and illustrated by J.K. Rowling herself (and it's quite clear from the first few pages that she has some skill as an artist). Rowling's handwriting is like the familiar scrawl of a favorite aunt--it's not hard to read, but it does require attention--allowing you to take it slow and savour the mystery of each next word. So how do you review one of the most remarkable tomes you've ever had the pleasure of opening? You just turn each page and allow yourself to be swept away by each story. You soak up the simple tales that read like Aesop's fables and echo the themes of the series; you follow every dip and curve of Rowling's handwriting and revel in every detail that makes the book unique--a slight darkening of a letter here, a place where the writing nearly runs off the page there. You take all that and you try and bring it to life, knowing that you will never be able to do it justice. With that, let's dig in and begin at the beginning, shall we? --Daphne DurhamCaution: the full reviews contain spoilers!Please note that the review and images below pertain to the handmade book purchased at auction in December 2007."The Wizard and the Hopping Pot""The Fountain of Fair Fortune""The Warlock's Hairy Heart""Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump""The Tale of the Three Brothers"More images from the original handcrafted edition of The Tales of Beedle the BardPlease note that these are images of the handcrafted book purchased at auction in December 2007. Click thumbnails to open full-size images in a new window. See more on our original The Tales of Beedle the Bard pages.The Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest Amazon customers have spoken, and out of thousands of entrants, you have chosen Rhiannon D. of Australia as the winner of the Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest, sending her and a friend on a trip for two to London, England and a weekend with The Tales of Beedle the Bard. See her Grand Prize winning entry, as well as all of the other delightful semifinalist submissions.Magic, Mystery, and Mayhem: A Conversation with J.K. Rowling"I am an extraordinarily lucky person, doing what I love best in the world. Im sure that I will always be a writer. It was wonderful enough just to be published. The greatest reward is the enthusiasm of the readers." --J.K. RowlingFind out more about Harry's creator in our exclusive interview with J.K. Rowling.Rediscover the Complete Harry Potter SeriesHarry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Hardcover Paperback Special Edition HardcoverWhy We Love Harry: Our Favorite Moments from the Series There are plenty of reasons to love Rowling's wildly popular series--no doubt you have several dozen of your own. Our list features favorite moments, characters, and artifacts from the first five books. Keep in mind that this list is by no means exhaustive (what we love about Harry could fill ten books!) and does not include any of the spectacular revelatory moments that would spoil the books for those (few) who have not read them. Enjoy. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone* Harry's first trip to the zoo with the Dursleys, when a boa constrictor winks at him. * When the Dursleys' house is suddenly besieged by letters for Harry from Hogwarts. Readers learn how much the Dursleys have been keeping from Harry. Rowling does a wonderful job in displaying the lengths to which Uncle Vernon will go to deny that magic exists. * Harry's first visit to Diagon Alley with Hagrid. Full of curiosities and rich with magic and marvel, Harry's first trip includes a trip to Gringotts and Ollivanders, where Harry gets his wand (holly and phoenix feather) and discovers yet another connection to He-Who-Must-No-Be-Named. This moment is the reader's first full introduction to Rowling's world of witchcraft and wizards. * Harry's experience with the Sorting Hat.Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets* The de-gnoming of the Weasleys' garden. Harry discovers that even wizards have chores--gnomes must be grabbed (ignoring angry protests "Gerroff me! Gerroff me!"), swung about (to make them too dizzy to come back), and tossed out of the garden--this delightful scene highlights Rowling's clever and witty genius. * Harry's first experience with a Howler, sent to Ron by his mother. * The Dueling Club battle between Harry and Malfoy. Gilderoy Lockhart starts the Dueling Club to help students practice spells on each other, but he is not prepared for the intensity of the animosity between Harry and Draco. Since they are still young, their minibattle is innocent enough, including tickling and dancing charms.Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban* Ron's attempt to use a telephone to call Harry at the Dursleys'. * Harry's first encounter with a Dementor on the train (and just about any other encounter with Dementors). Harry's brush with the Dementors is terrifying and prepares Potter fans for a darker, scarier book. * Harry, Ron, and Hermione's behavior in Professor Trelawney's Divination class. Some of the best moments in Rowling's books occur when she reminds us that the wizards-in-training at Hogwarts are, after all, just children. Clearly, even at a school of witchcraft and wizardry, classes can be boring and seem pointless to children. * The Boggart lesson in Professor Lupin's classroom. * Harry, Ron, and Hermione's knock-down confrontation with Snape.Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire* Hermione's disgust at the reception for the veela (Bulgarian National Team Mascots) at the Quidditch World Cup. Rowling's fourth book addresses issues about growing up--the dynamic between the boys and girls at Hogwarts starts to change. Nowhere is this more plain than the hilarious scene in which magical cheerleaders nearly convince Harry and Ron to jump from the stands to impress them. * Viktor Krum's crush on Hermione--and Ron's objection to it. * Malfoy's "Potter Stinks" badge. * Hermione's creation of S.P.E.W., the intolerant bigotry of the Death Eaters, and the danger of the Triwizard Tournament. Add in the changing dynamics between girls and boys at Hogwarts, and suddenly Rowling's fourth book has a weight and seriousness not as present in early books in the series. Candy and tickle spells are left behind as the students tackle darker, more serious issues and take on larger responsibilities, including the knowledge of illegal curses.Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix* Harry's outburst to his friends at No. 12 Grimmauld Place. A combination of frustration over being kept in the dark and fear that he will be expelled fuels much of Harry's anger, and it all comes out at once, directly aimed at Ron and Hermione. Rowling perfectly portrays Harry's frustration at being too old to shirk responsibility, but too young to be accepted as part of the fight that he knows is coming. * Harry's detention with Professor Umbridge. Rowling shows her darker side, leading readers to believe that Hogwarts is no longer a safe haven for young wizards. Dolores represents a bureaucratic tyrant capable of real evil, and Harry is forced to endure their private battle of wills alone. * Harry and Cho's painfully awkward interactions. Rowling clearly remembers what it was like to be a teenager. * Harry's Occlumency lessons with Snape. * Dumbledore's confession to Harry.Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince* The introduction of the Horcrux. * Molly Weasley asking Arthur Weasley about his "dearest ambition. "Rowling has always been great at revealing little intriguing bits about her characters at a time, and Arthurs answer "to find out how airplanes stay up" reminds us about his obsession with Muggles. * Harry's private lessons with Dumbledore, and more time spent with the fascinating and dangerous pensieve, arguably one of Rowlings most ingenious inventions. * Fred and George Weasleys Joke Shop, and the slogan: "Why Are You Worrying About You-Know-Who? You Should Be Worrying About U-NO-POO--the Constipation Sensation That's Gripping the Nation!" * Luna's Quidditch commentary. Rowling created scores of Luna Lovegood fans with hilarious and bizarre commentary from the most unlikely Quidditch commentator. * The effects of Felix Felicis.Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows* The revelation of Snape's nature (especially Snapes Patronus and the emotion behind it). It serves as a reminder that it is love (requited or not) in all its forms that drives many of our actions. * Harry asking if the conversation with Dumbledore was real or happening in his head, and Dumbledore responding "Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?" * Ron gifting Harry a book on dating witches, a subtle reminder that they are still teens, after all.Visit the Harry Potter Store Can't get enough of Harry, Ron, and Hermione? 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