The Company We Kept in July

The Company We Kept in June 2010

Jacqueline recommends

The Completely Mad by Don Martin RRP: RM559.90 Now: RM99.90
An exclusive, deluxe, double-decker omnibus of 2-volume, slip cased collection of the best-loved works by the iconic “MAD” magazine artist, Don Martin!! Don Martin is famously known & loved for his twisted, original approach to art was revolutionary and inspired generations of artists. This complete, deluxe, two volume set includes every piece of art Don Martin ever published in “MAD”.

Kampung Boy by LAT   RRP: RM61.90 Now: RM17.90
Lat recounts the life of Mat, a boy growing up in rural Malaysia in the 1950s: his adventures and mischief-making, fishing trips, religious education, and work on his family’s rubber plantation. Meanwhile, the traditional way of life in his village (or kampung) is steadily disappearing, with tin mines and factory jobs increasingly overtaking the village’s agricultural way of life.

Winnie recommends

Mr. Cavendish, I Presume by Julia Quinn   RRP: RM32.90 Now: RM17.90
Amelia Willoughby was engaged to the future Duke of Wyndham when she was just six months old. And now she’s waiting—waiting for him to decide it’s finally time to get married. But just when she asserts herself and begins to actually get to know her fiancé, his long-lost cousin appears on the scene, and no one knows for sure just which of them is the true duke. Has Amelia fallen in love with the wrong man? If she wants love, she’s going to have to defy her family and take matters into her own hands.

Everything and The Moon by Julia Quinn  RRP: RM32.90 Now: RM17.90
It was indisputably love at first sight. But Victoria Lyndon was merely the teenaged daughter of a vicar while Robert Kemble was the dashing young earl of Macclesfield. Even after a seven-year separation, Victoria-now a governess-still leaves Robert breathless. But a passion fated will not be denied, and vows of love yearn to be kept. . . even when one promises the moon.

Azira recommends

Michael Jackson: The Man in The Mirror by Tim Hill   RRP: RM59.90 Now: RM29.90
This richly illustrated book overs the career of a pop music legend, Micheal Jackson. Michael Jackson had charisma. He was a flamboyant showman, a dazzling performer who owned the stage. His death brought down the curtain on a turbulent life, but did not end his reign as the King of Pop. He lives on through his extraordinary body of work, which will ensure that his regal status lives on.

Undiscovering the Secrets of The Red Planet Mars by Paul Raeburn,  National Geographic Society  RRP: RM145.90 Now: RM39.90
Unimaginably distant, and yet at the same time the most Earthlike of the planets, Mars has exerted a powerful pull on the human imagination for thousands of years. Now, with a definitive book on this compelling subject, National Geographic presents a state-of-the-art report on the planet itself, the technology that allows us to explore it, and the prospects for further exciting discoveries. Highlighted by an astonishing collection of more than 125 full-color photographs, Mars includes a stunning, 3-dimensional, 8-page panoramic gatefold with images that capture the genuine wonder of discovery at the Pathfinder landing site.

Malis recommends

Saving Planet Earth by Tony Juniper    RRP: RM123.00 Now: RM19.90
This book is a follow-up to the popular television series and book “Planet Earth,” this work is a wake-up call that can serve to inform and inspire citizens to take action against the growing threats to the planet. There is no longer any question that our planet is in danger—or that human actions have been a primary cause. This book is a wake-up call for every citizen of planet Earth: Now is the time to take action.With compelling evidence and stunning photographs, Tony Juniper explains how the human race is changing (destroying) the planet by endangering species throughout the world, contributing to climate change, and plundering natural resources. But more importantly, this remarkable book also offers practical advice and real solutions to help reverse these dangerous trends.

Famous Places Collection: Eiffel Tower Now: RM14.90
This 490 x 360mm 500 pieces jigsaw puzzle will sure to be a delighful weekend-stay–at-home activity. Be it for invdividuals, couples or family!

Jovita recommends

The Marvelous Mr. Men by Roger Hargreaves  RRP: RM59.90 Now: RM24.90
This MARVELOUS Mr. Men box set holds eight classic books: Mr. Bounce, Mr. Bump, Mr. Chatterbox, Mr. Grumpy, Mr. Happy, Mr. Mischief, Mr. Small, and Mr. Strong.

Blood and Goo and Boogers Too! by Steve Alton, Nick Sharratt (Illustrator)  RRP: RM71.90 Now: RM24.90
This pop-up companion to the popular Chewy, Gooey, Rumble, Plop! reveals the sticky, sniffl y secrets of the respiratory and circulatory systems in all their three-dimensional glory. With layers of pop-ups, pulls, and flaps, this second book delivers the goods on everything from smelling and snot to blood and scabs, and all with Steve Alton and Nick Sharratt’s trademark humor and panache—plus an awesomely authentic-looking squishy booger on the cover (ew!).

Faridah recommends

The Gatecrasher by Madeline Wickham   RRP: RM45.90 Now: RM17.90
Fleur Daxeny is beautiful, charming and usually glamorously clad in black. She maintains her luxurious lifestyle by crashing uninvited to funerals, preying on vulnerable widowers who have just lost their wives. Her latest conquest is handsome and rich, and his family slowly warms up to her. What she doesn’t expect in this conquest is that she embraces his family in return and falls in love with him…

Cookies: 200 Inspirational Cookies Recipes RRP: RM33.90 Now: RM17.90
With hints and tips on how to create the perfect cookie, this inspiring book guarantees that you will always be ready to create a range of delectable treats for friends & family. It also includes special treats such as: cookie sandwiches, biscotti, shortbread, Christmas, Easter & Thanksgiving gifts, cookies for children, etc.

Rashidah recommends

The Harmony Silk Factory by Tash Aw   RRP: RM38.90 Now: RM17.90
Aw’s highly original first novel juxtaposes three accounts of the life of an enigmatic man at a pivotal and haunting moment in Malaysian history.

Pirates Latitudes by Micheal Crichton   RRP: RM69.90 Now: RM19.90
Jamaca in the 1600s was an outpost of British power amid the Spanish controlled waters of the Caribean. The ruling governor, Sir James Almont, hears a rumour of a pirate galleon stowed near an impregnable Spanish stronghold. Despite the risk and acting against British policy he employs a privateer and a team of buccaneers to sieze the vessel.

Lukreiza recommends

The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen RRP: RM53.90 Now: RM17.90
What if, hidden in an old attic chest, Jane Austen’s memoirs were discovered after hundreds of years? What if those pages revealed the untold story of a life-changing love affair? That’s the premise behind this spellbinding novel, which delves into the secrets of Jane Austen’s life, giving us untold insights into her mind and heart. Deft and witty, written in a style that echoes Austen’s own, this unforgettable novel offers a delightfully possible scenario for the inspiration behind this beloved author’s romantic tales. It’s a remarkable book, irresistible to anyone who loves Jane Austen—and to anyone who loves a great story.

It’s Not About the Coffee: Leadership Principles from a Life at Starbucks by Howard Behar, Janet Goldstein, Howard Schultz    RRP: RM60.00 Now: RM17.90
It’s Not about the Coffee outlines a simple approach to success: focus on people over profits. It presents ten enduring principles that Howard Behar, who helped shape the Starbucks organization, has used in his own life and has practiced as a leader and in developing leadership at one of the most respected companies in the world. Blending personal experiences and inside stories of turning points in the development of Starbucks’ culture and business, each chapter in It’s Not about the Coffee explores one principle and offers inspiring advice.

Salwa recommends

Collins Atlas of Global Issues by World Bank Group   RRP: RM45.90 Now: RM17.90
Published in association with the World Bank the Atlas of Global Development vividly illustrates the key development challenges facing the world today. Social, economic, and environmental issues that are facing the planet are presented by easy-to read, colourful world maps, tables, graphs, text and photographs.

Moon Landing: Apollo 11 by Richard Platt, David Hawcock   RRP: RM105.90 Now: RM29.90
Published in anticipation of the 40th anniversary of the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, this exquisite book re-creates the excitement of the groundbreaking expedition. It features pop-ups depicting a rocket, the lunar module, a spaceship, and a spectacular spherical moon along with official NASA photographs, two mini-books, and informational flaps.

Leroy recommends

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl  RRP: RM26.95 Now: RM12.90
Darkly humorous, slightly creepy, and ultimately the tale of a nice guy who just might finish first, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is one of the prolific Roald Dahl’s most popular works. Life changes for a poor but kindhearted boy named Charlie Bucket when he manages to win one of five golden tickets that allows him and a guest of his choice to tour the chocolate factory of an eccentric and reclusive candy inventor named Willy Wonka.

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl  RRP: RM26.95 Now: RM12.90
After being orphaned at the age of 4, James Henry Trotter goes to live with his only other relatives, the horrific Aunt Spiker and Aunt Sponge. One day a mysterious stranger gives James some magical crystals, which James accidentally drops underneath a dormant peach tree. By the next morning, the tree has sprouted a peach as big as a house. When James investigates, he finds the giant peach inhabited by friendly talking insects, who help James leave behind his dreary life with his aunts forever.