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'I'm taking a revolver to Thrackley. You never know with blokes like Carson. I hate these harmless, potty people - they're always up to something.'Jim Henderson is one of six guests summoned by the mysterious Edwin Carson, a collector of precious stones, to a weekend party at his country house, Thrackley. The house is gloomy and forbidding but the party is warm and hospitable - except for the presence of Jacobson, the sinister butler. The other guests are wealthy people draped in jewels; Jim cannot imagine why he belongs in such company.After a weekend of adventure - with attempted robbery and a vanishing guest - secrets come to light and Jim unravels a mystery from his past.

'There's more crime going on in Carey's Circus than in the whole underworld of London. Theft, immorality, blackmail - you'll find all the pretties here.'Seven Bengal tigers are the star attraction of Carey's Circus. Their trainer is the fearless Anton, whose work demands absolute fitness and the steadiest of nerves. When Anton is found lying dead in the tigers' cage, it seems that he has lost control and been mauled by the tigers - but Detective-Inspector Minto of Scotland Yard is not convinced.Minto's investigations lead him deep into the circus world of tents and caravans, clowns and acrobats, human and animal performers. No one is above suspicion. Carey, the circus-owner with a secret to hide; Dodo, the clown whose costume is scratched as if by a claw; and Lorimer, the trapeze artist jealous of his flirtatious wife - all come under Minto's scrutiny as the mystery deepens.This amusing and light-hearted novel from the golden age of British crime writing has long been neglected, and this new edition will help to restore Melville's reputation as an author of extremely entertaining detective fiction.

Quick Curtain is a witty detective story, originally published in 1934. It is one among many books that enjoyed brief popularity during the "Golden Age of murder" between the two world wars but subsequently fell out of sight. The author, Alan Melville, was a successful playwright and man of the theatre, and he uses his knowledge of backstage life to good effect in this breezy whodunit.The slender plot revolves around the shooting of the leading man, but when the show opens at the Grosvenor Theatre to a packed house, Brandon Baker is killed by a real bullet. When another member of the company is found dead, initial appearances suggest a straightforward case of murder followed by suicide. But there is, of course, more to it than that. The audience includes Inspector Wilson of Scotland Yard and his son, an enthusiastic young reporter, making an amusing variant on the Holmes-Watson pairing of sleuth and sidekick!The British Library's revival of this book, offers a new generation a chance to appreciate the work of a writer with a genuine talent to amuse.

With more than 140 countries in the world now using international financial reporting standards (IFRS® Standards), knowledge of the standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB®) is vital to students’ success in financial accounting. Melville’s International Financial Reporting employs a practical, applied approach in exploring and explaining the key international standards. With a focus on how to implement the standards, this text delivers a focused, user-friendly introduction to international financial reporting.

Renowned for clear and concise language, this seventh edition brings the book completely up-to-date with international standards issued as of 1 January 2019.

 

 

Now in its 25th annual edition, Melville's Taxation continues to be the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation. Featuring clean, uncluttered prose and a wealth of immensely practical examples, this text is a comprehensive guide for students taking a first-level course in the subject.

For undergraduate and graduate courses in Taxation, and for professional use.   Get clarity on UK taxation rules and policies in this up-to-date guide for year 2020   Taxation, 26th Edition, by Alan Melville, updated with 2020's Finance Act, is the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation and is known for its up-to-date coverage of the changes introduced by the annual Budget. Featuring clean, well-structured prose and a wealth of immensely practical examples, this comprehensive guide serves as both a core textbook if you are studying taxation for the first time and a reference text that clearly explains the UK tax system and taxation regulations.   Additionally, a free to access Companion Website features opportunities for extra practice, plus chapter appendices and a range of useful links to explore taxation rules and the tax system further.   Pearson, the world’s learning company.

A focused, user-friendly introduction to international financial reporting

International Financial Reporting, 8th edition by Melville employs a practical, applied approach in exploring and explaining the key financial standards. With more than 140 countries in the world now using international financial reporting standards (IFRS® Standards), knowledge of the standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB®) is vital to your success in financial accounting. Offering a thorough introduction to international financial reporting, this new edition brings the book completely up-to-date with international standards issued as of 1 January 2022.

The title is suitable for second-year undergraduates studying for a degree in accounting and finance and those preparing for examinations for the professional accounting bodies. It explains each standard as clearly and concisely as possible and provides plenty of worked examples and solutions. End-of-chapter exercises feature questions from past exam papers of key professional accountancy bodies to test your grasp of the topics introduced in that chapter.

'Melville's textbook is accessible, comprehensive, reliable, and a pleasure to read.' Dr. Neil Dunne, Trinity College Dublin

'A practical book which takes a very technical subject and breaks it down into concise sections which are easy to follow.' Emma James, Swansea University

Pearson, the world's learning company.

Get clarity on UK taxation rules and policies for the year 2022. Taxation, 28th Edition,by Melville, updated with the Finance Act 2022, is the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation, known for its comprehensive coverage of the changes introduced by the annual Budget 2021 and Spring Statement 2022. This widely popular guide features clear, well-structured content and a wealth of new and revised practical examples and exercises. It serves both as a core textbook if you are studying taxation for the first time, and a reference text that clearly explains the UK tax system and taxation regulations. The new edition brings the book completely up to date with taxation changes, including: Increases in rates of NICs and dividend taxHealth and Social Care LevyBasis period reformAIA of £1m extended for 15 monthsCGT reporting deadline for residential propertyEmployment allowance raisedReintroduction of CT marginal reliefAbolition of cross-border group reliefVAT zero rate on energy-saving materialsThis text will be of value to both undergraduate and graduate students of accounting and finance, and will be particularly useful for students preparing for the following examinations:ICAEW Certificate Level, Principles of Taxation; ACCA Applied Skills Level, Taxation; ACCA Technician Scheme, Foundations in Taxation; CIPFA PQ, Taxation; CIPFA PAQ, Tax and Law; AAT Professional Diploma, Personal Tax and Business Tax; ATT Certificates, Personal Taxation and Business Taxation; AIA Professional Level 1, Taxation; IFA Personal Taxation, Business Taxation.This edition also includes a Companion Website featuring opportunities for extra practice, chapter appendices, and a range of useful links that further explore UK taxation rules and the tax system.Pearson, the world's learning company.

Gain a clear understanding of UK taxation rules and policies for 2023

Taxation, 29th edition by Alan Melville, updated with the Finance Acts 2023, is the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation. Known for its comprehensive coverage of the changes introduced by the annual Budget, the text is clean and well-structured, with a wealth of updated examples and exercises. This popular guide serves as both a core textbook for those studying taxation for the first time, and as a reference text that clearly explains the UK tax system and taxation regulations.

This new edition brings the book completely up to date, covering major taxation changes including:

Further delays to MTD for income tax Income tax higher rate limit reduced Dividend allowance reduced Basis period rules for 2023-24 Spreading of transition profits AIA £1m limit made permanent Pensions tax relief reforms CGT annual exemption reduced Corporation tax full expensing R&D tax relief reforms Investment zones VAT aspects of Windsor Framework

This text will be of value to both undergraduate and graduate students of accounting and finance, and will be particularly useful for students preparing for the following examinations:

ICAEW Certificate Level, Principles of Taxation; ACCA Applied Skills Level, Taxation; ACCA Technician Scheme, Foundations in Taxation; CIPFA PQ, Taxation; CIPFA PAQ, Tax and Law; AAT Professional Diploma, Personal Tax and Business Tax; ATT Certificates, Personal Taxation and Business Taxation; AIA Professional Level 1, Taxation; IFA Personal Taxation, Business Taxation.

Additionally, a free-to-access Companion Website at go.pearson.com/uk/he/resources features opportunities for extra practice, chapter appendices and a range of useful links to explore UK taxation rules and the tax system further.  

Gain a clear understanding of UK taxation rules and policies for 2024

Taxation, 30th edition by Alan Melville, updated with the Finance Acts 2024, is the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation. Known for its comprehensive coverage of the changes introduced by the annual Budget, the text is clean and well-structured, with a wealth of updated examples and exercises. This popular guide serves as both a core textbook for those studying taxation for the first time, and as a reference text that clearly explains the UK tax system and taxation regulations.

This new edition brings the book completely up to date, covering major taxation changes including:

Further delays to MTD for income tax Income tax higher rate limit reduced Dividend allowance reduced Basis period rules for 2024-25 Spreading of transition profits AIA £1m limit made permanent Pensions tax relief reforms CGT annual exemption reduced Corporation tax full expensing R&D tax relief reforms Investment zones VAT aspects of Windsor Framework

This text will be of value to both undergraduate and graduate students of accounting and finance, and will be particularly useful for students preparing for the following examinations:

ICAEW Certificate Level, Principles of Taxation; ACCA Applied Skills Level, Taxation; ACCA Technician Scheme, Foundations in Taxation; CIPFA PQ, Taxation; CIPFA PAQ, Tax and Law; AAT Professional Diploma, Personal Tax and Business Tax; ATT Certificates, Personal Taxation and Business Taxation; AIA Professional Level 1, Taxation; IFA Personal Taxation, Business Taxation.

Additionally, a free-to-access Companion Website features opportunities for extra practice, chapter appendices and a range of useful links to explore UK taxation rules and the tax system further.

Personalise learning with MyLab®Accounting.

MyLab® is the teaching and learning platform that combines trusted author content with digital assessments, help tools to use at point-of-need, and a flexible platform. MyLab Accounting for this book includes 350 questions for your assignments.

Note: Pearson MyLab® Accounting is not included in the main text.

Students, if Pearson MyLab Accounting is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. Pearson MyLab Accounting should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Also available with MyLab Accounting.

Gain a clear understanding of UK taxation rules and policies for 2024

Taxation, 30th edition by Alan Melville, updated with the Finance Acts 2024, is the definitive, market-leading text on UK taxation. Known for its comprehensive coverage of the changes introduced by the annual Budget, the text is clean and well-structured, with a wealth of updated examples and exercises. This popular guide serves as both a core textbook for those studying taxation for the first time, and as a reference text that clearly explains the UK tax system and taxation regulations.

This new edition brings the book completely up to date, covering major taxation changes including:

Further delays to MTD for income tax Income tax higher rate limit reduced Dividend allowance reduced Basis period rules for 2024-25 Spreading of transition profits AIA £1m limit made permanent Pensions tax relief reforms CGT annual exemption reduced Corporation tax full expensing R&D tax relief reforms Investment zones VAT aspects of Windsor Framework

This text will be of value to both undergraduate and graduate students of accounting and finance, and will be particularly useful for students preparing for the following examinations:

ICAEW Certificate Level, Principles of Taxation; ACCA Applied Skills Level, Taxation; ACCA Technician Scheme, Foundations in Taxation; CIPFA PQ, Taxation; CIPFA PAQ, Tax and Law; AAT Professional Diploma, Personal Tax and Business Tax; ATT Certificates, Personal Taxation and Business Taxation; AIA Professional Level 1, Taxation; IFA Personal Taxation, Business Taxation.

Additionally, a free-to-access Companion Website features opportunities for extra practice, chapter appendices and a range of useful links to explore UK taxation rules and the tax system further.

Personalise learning with MyLab®Accounting.

MyLab® is the teaching and learning platform that combines trusted author content with digital assessments, help tools to use at point-of-need, and a flexible platform. MyLab Accounting for this book includes 350 questions for your assignments.

Note: Pearson MyLab® Accounting is not included in the main text.

Students, if Pearson MyLab Accounting is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. Pearson MyLab Accounting should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Also available with MyLab Accounting.

A focused, user-friendly introduction to international financial reporting

International Financial Reporting, 9th edition by Melville employs a practical, applied approach in exploring and explaining the key financial standards.

With more than 140 countries in the world now using international financial reporting standards (IFRS® Standards) issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB®), having a clear understanding of these is vital to your success in financial accounting. This textbook explains each standard as clearly and concisely as possible and offers a thorough introduction to international financial reporting. It is completely up-to-date with international standards issued as of 1 January 2025.

Worked examples and solutions provide illustrations of standards at a practical level helping to ground each topic and make each standard’s requirements easy to understand. End-of-chapter exercises feature questions from past exam papers of key professional accountancy bodies to test your grasp of the topics introduced in that chapter.

The title is suitable for undergraduates, postgraduates and those preparing for professional accounting examinations.

‘This excellent textbook addresses highly technical areas of financial reporting with clarity, making challenging concepts accessible for students. Its well-balanced explanations, practical worked examples, and end-of-chapter exercises support effective learning, while the chapter summaries reinforce key IFRS principles.’

- Stephanie Tiller, Associate Professor, University of Birmingham

‘A must-have for anyone studying international financial reporting. The author’s insightful approach ensures that students will not only learn the standards but understand their real-world applications.’

- Emma James, Senior Lecturer, Swansea University

A focused, user-friendly introduction to international financial reporting

International Financial Reporting, 9th edition by Melville employs a practical, applied approach in exploring and explaining the key financial standards.

With more than 140 countries in the world now using international financial reporting standards (IFRS® Standards) issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB®), having a clear understanding of these is vital to your success in financial accounting. This textbook explains each standard as clearly and concisely as possible and offers a thorough introduction to international financial reporting. It is completely up-to-date with international standards issued as of 1 January 2025.

Worked examples and solutions provide illustrations of standards at a practical level helping to ground each topic and make each standard’s requirements easy to understand. End-of-chapter exercises feature questions from past exam papers of key professional accountancy bodies to test your grasp of the topics introduced in that chapter.

The title is suitable for undergraduates, postgraduates and those preparing for professional accounting examinations.

‘This excellent textbook addresses highly technical areas of financial reporting with clarity, making challenging concepts accessible for students. Its well-balanced explanations, practical worked examples, and end-of-chapter exercises support effective learning, while the chapter summaries reinforce key IFRS principles.’

- Stephanie Tiller, Associate Professor, University of Birmingham

‘A must-have for anyone studying international financial reporting. The author’s insightful approach ensures that students will not only learn the standards but understand their real-world applications.’

- Emma James, Senior Lecturer, Swansea University

Navigate UK taxation rules and policies for 2025 with the market-leading text

Taxation, 31st edition by Alan Melville serves as a comprehensive and authoritative guide to UK taxation, updated to align with the Finance Act 2025, and praised for its clarity and in-depth coverage of annual Budget changes. Designed to facilitate a clear understanding of taxation, the well-structured textbook features a variety of revised exercises and worked examples. It is an indispensable practical guide and reference tool for both first-time taxation students and professionals applying the rules and regulations of the UK tax system.

This new edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect significant changes in taxation, including:

The revised timetable for Making Tax Digital for income tax Abolition of the furnished holiday lettings tax regime First year allowances extended Increased HMRC interest rates National Insurance Contributions increased for employers Capital gains tax rates increased Capital gains tax investors' relief lifetime limit reduced VAT charged on private school fees Inheritance tax domicile test replaced by long-term residence test Inheritance tax business and agricultural property reliefs reduced Abolition of remittance basis Introduction of foreign income and gains (FIG) tax regime

This text will be of value to both undergraduate and graduate students of accounting and finance, and will be particularly useful for students preparing for the following examinations:

ICAEW Certificate Level, Principles of Taxation; ACCA Applied Skills Level, Taxation; ACCA Technician Scheme, Foundations in Taxation; CIPFA PQ, Taxation; CIPFA PAQ, Tax and Law; AAT Professional Diploma, Personal Tax and Business Tax; ATT Certificates, Personal Taxation and Business Taxation; AIA Professional Level 1, Taxation; IFA Personal Taxation, Business Taxation.

Additionally, a free-to-access Companion Website features opportunities for extra practice, chapter appendices and a range of useful links to explore UK taxation rules and the tax system further.