an unorthodox history gavin schaffer

A bold, new history of British Jewish life since the Second World War. Historian Gavin Schaffer wrestles Jewish history away from the question of what others have thought about Jews, focusing instead on the experiences of Jewish people themselves. Exploring the complexities of inclusion and exclusion, he shines a light on groups that have been marginalised within Jewish history and culture, such as queer Jews, Jews married to non-Jews, Israel-critical Jews and even Messianic Jews, while offering a fresh look at Jewish activism, Jewish religiosity and Zionism. Weaving these stories together, Schaffer argues that there are good reasons to consider Jewish Britons as a unitary whole, even as debates rage about who is entitled to call themselves a Jew. Challenging the idea that British Jewish life is in terminal decline, An unorthodox history demonstrates that Jewish Britain is thriving and that Jewishness is deeply embedded in the country''s history and culture.

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A Spectator and Prospect Book of the YearWinner of the American Library in Paris Book Award''An amused, erudite homage to France . . . ambitious and original'' - The Times''Ceaselessly interesting, knowledgeable and evocative'' - Spectator''A fresh way to write history'' - Alan Johnson_____Original, knowledgeable and endlessly entertaining, France: An Adventure History is an unforgettable journey through France from the first century BC to the present day.Drawn from countless new discoveries and thirty years of exploring France on foot, in the library and across 30,000 miles on the author’s beloved bike. It begins with Gaulish and Roman times and ends in the age of #MeToo, Black Lives Matter, the Gilets Jaunes and Covid-19.From the plains of Provence to the slums and boulevards of Paris, events and themes of French history may be familiar – Louis XIV, the French Revolution, the French Resistance, the Tour de France – but all are presented in a shining new light by Graham Robb.Frequently hilarious, always surprising, this is a a vivid, living history of one of the world’s most fascinating nations. It will make even seasoned Francophiles wonder if they really know that terra incognita which is currently referred to as ‘France’._____‘Packed full of discoveries’ - The Sunday Times''A gorgeous tapestry of insights, stories and surprises'' - Fintan O''Toole''A rich and vibrant narrative . . . clear-eyed but imaginative storytelling'' - Financial Times''Full of life'' - Prospect

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''Roderick Floud''s ground-breaking study of the history, money, places and personalities involved in British gardens over the past 350 years gives fascinating insight into why gardening is part of this country''s soul.'' Michael Heseltine, Deputy Prime Minister (1996-1997)''Thousands of books have been written about the history of British gardens but Roderick Floud, one of Britain''s most distinguished economic historians, asks new and important questions: how much did gardens cost to build and maintain, and where did the money come from? Superbly researched, it is full of information which will surprise both economists and gardeners. The book is fun as well as edifying: Floud shows us gardens grand and humble, and introduces us gardeners, plantsmen and technologies in wonderful varieties.'' Jane Humphries, Centennial Professor, London School of EconomicsAt least since the seventeenth century, most of the English population have been unable to stop making, improving and dreaming of gardens. Yet in all the thousands of books about them, this is the first to address seriously the question of how much gardens and gardening have cost, and to work out the place of gardens in the economic, as well as the horticultural, life of the nation. It is a new kind of gardening history.Beginning with the Restoration of Charles II in 1660, Roderick Floud describes the role of the monarchy and central and local government in creating gardens, as well as that of the (generally aristocratic or plutocratic) builders of the great gardens of Stuart, Georgian and Victorian England. He considers the designers of these gardens as both artists and businessmen - often earning enormous sums by modern standards, matched by the nurserymen and plant collectors who supplied their plants. He uncovers the lives and rewards of working gardeners, the domestic gardens that came with the growth of suburbs and the impact of gardening on technical developments from man-made lakes to central heating.AN ECONOMIC HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH GARDEN shows the extraordinary commitment of money as well as time that the English have made to gardens and gardening over three and a half centuries. It reveals the connections of our gardens to the re-establishment of the English monarchy, the national debt, transport during the Industrial Revolution, the new industries of steam, glass and iron, and the built environment that is now all around us. It is a fresh perspective on the history of England and will open the eyes of gardeners - and garden visitors - to an unexpected dimension of what they do.

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A FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024A Country Life ''Architecture Book to Read in 2025''''Elegant, erudite and entertaining ... a superbly detailed picture of an architectural era'' The Times''A magnificent monument in itself to a fine architectural writer'' Simon Heffer, TelegraphBritish architecture between the wars is most famous for the rise of modernism - the flat roofs, clean lines and concrete of the Isokon flats in Hampstead and the Penguin Pool at London Zoo - but the reality was far more diverse. As the modernists came of age and the traditionalists began to decline, there arose a rich variety of styles and tastes in Britain and across the empire, a variety that reflected the restless zeitgeist of the years before the Second World War.At the time of his death in 2017, Gavin Stamp, one of Britain''s leading architectural critics, was at work on a deeply considered account of British architecture in the interwar period, correcting what he saw as the skewed view of earlier historians who were unable to see past modernism. Beginning with a survey of the modern movement after the armistice, Interwar untangles the threads that link lesser-known movements like the Egyptian revival with the enduring popularity of the Tudorbethan, to chronicle one of Britain''s most dynamic architectural periods. The result is more than an architectural history - it is the portrait of a changing nation.As an account of the period that still shapes much of Britain''s towns and cities, Gavin Stamp''s final work is the definitive history of British architecture between the Great War and the Blitz.

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This beautiful hardback gift book is a stunning visual journey through Black British history for younger readers by award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga and illustrated by Jake Alexander and Melleny Taylor. The essential starting place for anyone who wants to learn about Black British History. David Olusoga’s thought provoking text charts the forgotten histories of Black people in Britain from Roman times right through to the present day.From Roman Africans guarding Hadrian’s Wall, to an African trumpeter in the court of Henry the Eighth, Black Georgians fighting for the abolition of slavery, Black soldiers fighting for Britain in the First World War, Windrush and right up today. These are the stories that brought us all together in this country.When did Africans first come to Britain?Who are the well-dressed black children in Georgian paintings?Why did the American Civil War disrupt the Industrial Revolution?These and many other questions are answered in this essential introduction to 1800 years of the Black British history.This children''s edition of the bestseller Black and British: A Forgotten History is beautifully illustrated in full-colour with maps, portrait galleries, timelines, photos and portraits.

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This is the first volume to trace the history of equestrian sports, including individual and team results across the sport''s three official Olympic disciplines: dressage, eventing, and jumping.This important reference documents the history of competitive horse-riding from 1912--when the sport first appeared at the modern Olympic Games in Stockholm--to the present. It brings together for equestrian enthusiasts a complete document of all the results of competitions to have taken place since 1912, including the Olympics, the European Championships, and the FEI World Equestrian Games. The volume is organized by decade, with both individual and team achievements listed, across the sport''s three official disciplines: show-jumping, dressage, and eventing. Featuring groundbreaking riders such as Bill Steinkraus, Charlotte Dujardin, and Kevin Staut and exciting events in the history of the sport, this volume recounts the history of equestrian excellence through fascinating stories and record-breaking events. This entirely original book is the first of its kind, and is replete with previously unpublished information about the sport, riveting stories, archival photographs and text, key facts and figures, and memorable anecdotes. Portraits of riders--both male and female--and some of the sport''s most remarkable horses complete the volume, which acts as a key and original point of reference and an essential addition to the collection of any equestrian lover.

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Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Uplay, žánr: strategie, Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Anno 1404 History Edition PC patří k budovatelským hrám s vypracovanou grafikou. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Užijete si strhující hratelnost klasického stavění a rozšiřování měst. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Vylepšená verze Anno 1404 History Edition PC přináší aktualizace a optimalizace tak, aby plynule fungovaly na současných počítačích s rozlišením 4K. Není vyplněn...

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*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2024**An instant Sunday Times bestseller, Radio 4 Book of the Week and Guardian Best Summer Read* Selected as a book to look out for in 2024 by the Guardian and The Rest is PoliticsEveryone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone.For too long, Africa’s history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Now, Zeinab Badawi sets the record straight.In this fascinating book, Badawi guides us through Africa’s spectacular history – from the origins of humanity, through ancient civilisations and medieval empires, to the miseries of conquest and the elation of independence. Visiting more than thirty African countries to interview countless historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and local storytellers, Badawi weaves together a gripping new history of the oldest inhabited continent on the planet, told through the voices of Africans themselves.

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A visually captivating history of the evolution of Glamour magazine and its decades at the forefront of female empowerment in an incredible photographic volume. For 85 years, Glamour has been the preeminent women’s empowerment brand in America. But until now, no one has told the extraordinary story of its origins, the famous names who helped shape the magazine into the global powerhouse it is today, and Glamour’s many historic firsts and contributions. Chronicled visually and narratively through historic and modern-day Glamour covers, stunning photographs, editorial features, and never-before-seen correspondences, Glamour: An Extraordinary History charts the evolution of the magazine from its inception just months before World War II began in 1939 to today as an unparalleled testament to trailblazing women.Glamour was the first American fashion magazine to feature a Black cover star, Katiti Kironde, and the first to put model Beverly Johnson on the cover (she starred 15 more times). It was one of the first to present Gloria Steinem’s writing, and publish Andy Warhol’s illustrations. Presidents Reagan, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Bush, and Obama all featured in or contributed to Glamour. And its courageous reporting on reproductive rights garnered numerous prestigious awards. In a gripping journey, follow some of the critical women editors and journalists who spearheaded the magazine as it became, in the words of Condé Nast himself, “a periodical devoted to…the life of our day.”

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''Brilliant, unpredictable and endlessly fascinating'' IAN MORTIMER''I love this book'' TRACY BORMAN''Gunn and Gromelski cast a brilliant light into a lost world'' SUSAN BRIGDENA unique new window onto Tudor life, told through ordinary people''s untimely deaths. How did ordinary people live in Tudor England? This unique history unearths the ways they died to find out. Uncovering thousands of coroners'' reports, An Accidental History of Tudor England explores the history of everyday life, and everyday death, in a world far from the intrigues of Hampton Court Palace, Shakespeare''s plots and the Spanish Armada. Here, farming, building and travel were dangerous. Fruit trees killed more people than guns, and sheep killed about the same number as coalmines. Men stabbed themselves playing football and women drowned in hundreds fetching water. Going to church had its dangers, especially when it came to bell-ringing, archery practice was perilous and haystacks claimed numerous victims. Restless animals roamed the roads which contained some potholes so deep men could drown, and drown they did.From bear attacks in north Oxford to a bowls-on-ice-incident on the Thames, this book uses a remarkable trove of sources and stories to put common folk back into the big picture of Tudor England, bringing the reality of their world to life as never before.

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A Comprehensive Directory of Tractors from Around the World, Featuring the Great Marques and Manufacturers • Detailed specifications and over 650 photographs of historical and modern machines, from AGCO Allis to Zetor. • The ultimate book for every tractor and agricultural machinery enthusiast – a detailed portrait in words and pictures of farm vehicles and their evolution. • Features vintage models restored to their former glory, together with their modern-day high-tech equivalents. • Covers every aspect of the tractor and its components, from the history of the inventors, innovators and factories, to the vehicles’ engine capacities and power. The history of the tractor is one of rapid development, from the turn of the 20th century when it was a substitute for the horse, to today’s sophisticated machines which boast a range of technologically advanced equipment. This fact-packed encyclopedia charts this exceptional history, the machines and their manufacturers. Each vehicle is illustrated with archive material or photography, together with specification boxes detailing engine capacity, power, transmission and weight. Including an international overview of farm machinery around the world, this volume forms a highly comprehensive tractor encyclopedia that all enthusiasts will want to own.

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A new history of human intelligence that argues that humans know themselves by knowing their machines. We imagine that we are both in control of and controlled by our bodies—autonomous and yet automatic. This entanglement, according to David W. Bates, emerged in the seventeenth century when humans first built and compared themselves with machines. Reading varied thinkers from Descartes to Kant to Turing, Bates reveals how time and time again technological developments offered new ways to imagine how the body’s automaticity worked alongside the mind’s autonomy. Tracing these evolving lines of thought, An Artificial History of Natural Intelligence offers a new theorization of the human as a being that is dependent on technology and produces itself as an artificial automaton without a natural, outside origin.

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An alternative history of success rather than decline anf fall. The actual history is set out and the alternative history with Old Time Lines (OTL) for reference. It is a vivid narrative, deeply researched, full of events and people, great and minor igur6es who come to life. It is a story of division and controversy concerning imperial and dynastic ambition and struggle, often caustic family relationships, cultural and religious disputes with surviving paganism and the classical philosophy of Neo-Platonism, and exandng Christianity in church and state in both Empires. The Empires are expanding in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Division and crisis is followed by restoration, more division but finally re-unification.

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Experiencing a city without knowing the history is like watching a blockbuster movie without a story – all sets and visuals, but devoid of dialogue, plot, and drama. We are travelling more than ever, but the story telling has not kept up. An amazing city like Istanbul becomes just another mosque, another palace and yet another sultan. This book aims to bring to life the stories behind the locations. Each story is accompanied by a lesson that can be applied to our lives. Why does a chain hang over the entrance to the Blue Mosque? Why do the chandeliers of Grand Mosques often have an ostrich egg at their centre? Who was Fatih and what made him special? This is a guidebook that prioritises the history of the locations and lessons we can learn from the past. If you want to experience Istanbul in a way that is a feast for the heart and mind as much as it is for the eyes and stomach, read on.

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In this revised and updated edition, An Economic History of Europe re-establishes itself as the leading textbook on European economic history. With an expanded scope, from prehistory to the present, it will be invaluable source for students, educators and researchers seeking to better understand developments over millenia.

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A deadpan, wildly imaginative collection of stories that slices clean through the mundanity and absurdity of modern life, from the author of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize–winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist Same Bed Different Dreams In “Machine City,” a college student’s role in a friend’s movie causes lines to blur between his character and his true self. In “Slide to Unlock,” a man comes to terms with his life, via the passwords he struggles to remember in a moment of extremis. And in “Weird Menace,” a director and faded movie star discuss science fiction, memory, and lost loves on a commentary track for a film from the ’80s that neither seems to remember all that well. In Ed Park’s utterly original collection, An Oral History of Atlantis, characters question the fleetingness of youth and art, reckon with the consequences of the everyday, and find solace in the absurd, the beautiful, and the sublime. Throughout, Park deploys his trademark wit to create a world both strikingly recognizable and delightfully other. All together, these fifteen stories have much to say about the meaning—and transitory nature—of our lives. And they are proof positive that Ed Park is one of the most insightful and imaginative writers working today.

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An authoritative account of political and military history, art, architecture and culture, fully illustrated throughout.

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Most people have no idea that we have scorpions, Aesculapian snakes, eagle owls, wallabies and many more unusual non-native species living and breeding in the British Isles.In An Unnatural History of Britain nature writer Kevin Parr travels the length and breadth of the country seeking out these rare creatures and exploring the myths and folklore which have emerged around them along the way.

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It was every British serviceman’s duty, be he soldier, sailor or airman, to attempt to evade capture if stranded behind enemy lines or escape if captured. As there were potentially thousands of men who would find themselves cut off or captured during the Second World War, a branch of military intelligence, M.I.9, was set up in 1939 to instruct servicemen in evasion and escape techniques. Such was the success of M.I.9, and the determination and ingenuity of individuals and groups, about 35,000 Allied military personnel escaped PoW camps or evaded capture and made their way to Allied or neutral countries. How this highly secret unit was set up and organised, and how its great success was achieved, was documented by M.I.9 officers towards the end of the war – and is published here for the first time. The history includes details of the lectures given to troops on how to avoid capture if on the run in enemy occupied territory (more than 2,000 lectures were given, to over half-a-million men), and of secret equipment issued to them to help them escape, such as the well-know silk maps and small but comprehensive escape kits. When servicemen escaped and returned to the UK, they were interrogated by specially selected M.I.9 officers and their stories were used to show troops how they too could evade capture. These provide some of the most fascinating, and often funny, stories to come out of the Second World War. How, for example, one man had to cross a bridge over a canal in Holland where a German sentry was stood on the other side. As he considered his options a Dutch woman approached pushing her baby in a pram. The man explained that he was British and the lady handed him the pram and put her arm through his, and together they crossed the bridge and passed the sentry. On another occasion at a railway station, an evader attracted the attention of a German officer. A group of French women arrived, and the man rushed over to the group, embraced one of the women and asked them to speak to him in French. This they did, pretending he was their friend, and the officer turned away. Such stories helped show servicemen how to forge documents, how to travel through enemy-occupied countries without being detected, what disguises could be used that would not attract the attention of the enemy, and also provided lists of local people willing to help escapers – and this included Pope Pius XII, who actually had a private meeting with one of the escapers in the Vatican! The troops were also instructed how to write coded messages in letters to the UK from PoW camps. All this is revealed in this utterly fascinating book.

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A deep dive into the world of Ufology--the study and search for extraterrestrial life--with a fun, informative, humorous look at the history of this strange world of conspiracy.Throughout history people have witnessed a dizzying show of mysterious lights in the sky. Whether they are the devices of alien interlopers or more mundane weather phenomena, they have spawned a legacy of government inquiries, secretive societies, and countless dedicated investigators. We call them "Unidentified Flying Objects," and they have claimed a prominent position in popular culture, enduring in part thanks to the legacy of researchers and persistently peculiar mysteries.

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This wide-ranging reference book covers almost 3000 years of history, offering enthralling insights into the art and architecture, myths and legends, and everyday life of the many different empires of Central America and Mexico. Stories of sun-gods and blood sacrifice, of pyramids and temples, and of the fabulous treasuries filled with gold have fascinated many generations and are explored in detail, in this sumptuous new large-format edition. The World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and Tenochtitlán, Teotihuacán, Chichén Itzá, Tikal and Monte Albán, are examined giving life to the civic, military and everyday world of the time. This unrivaled volume is not only a perfect introduction to the history of these lost civilizations, but also a stunning visual record of a unique period that has helped to shape our world.

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Kniha - autor Renáta Fučíková, 196 stran, anglicky, Pevná, plátěný potah - autor Renáta Fučíková, 196 stran, anglicky, pevná, plátěný potah Czech immigrants traveled to the unknown beyond the Atlantic in several waves. Some came to America in search of religious and political freedom, while others simply sought a better life in a country of great opportunities. Today we know that without their involvement, independent Czechoslovakia would hardly have come to exist, and without the assistance of the United States, the Czech lands would have twice recovered from totalitarianism only with great difficulty. In Bohemian Stories, Renáta Fučíková presents a graphic journey through the history of Czechs in the United States, capturing the bonds between the two countries through their lived experience. Short texts and vivid illustrations detail the fates of the cartographer Martin Bohemus, the rebel Vojta Náprstek, the Freethinker Ladimír Klácel; reveal the stories...

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This expert volume charts the history of amphibious warfare in conflicts around the globe, from World War I to the present day, including detailed analysis of categories of operation, and key naval activities using these vessels.,

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From Neolithic settlers and Vikings to Jacobites and World War II evacuees, discover how Scotland's places connect to the nation's rich history. This brilliant atlas is packed with fascinating historical facts and amazing illustrations.

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Feminist History for Every Day of the Year by bestselling author and feminist champion Kate Mosse tells the story of women's and girls' history, sweeping across the world and through the ages. Discover something new every day in this brilliant gift for readers of all ages. From Mary Anning to Simone Biles, Billie Eilish to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Malala Yousafzai to Mary Wollstonecraft, discover the stories of 366 incredible women throughout history.Within these pages you'll find well known figures and unsung heroes, key cultural moments and forgotten stories, spanning across the world and through time, from ancient times to the modern day. With a piece of history for every day of the year, this is the perfect book to dip into time and time again. Full of quotes, poems, illustrations and pictures, Feminist History for Every Day of the Year is for all ages, celebrating and championing an inspiring history that is relevant to us all.What will you discover today? Who will you discover today?

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Beautiful watercolor portraits and illuminating essays from bestselling author and illustrator Ann Shen bring 100 legendary women to life in this powerful collection that celebrates the influential trailblazers who changed the rules for all who followed.Bad Girls Throughout History is an empowering book for girls and women of all ages. From Maya Angelou to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, this gorgeously illustrated book celebrates 100 influential women who made history and made their mark on the world by being bad in the best sense of the word: they challenged the status quo and changed the rules.From pirates to artists, warriors, daredevils, scientists, activists, and spies, the accomplishments of these badass women who dared to push boundaries vary as much as the eras and places in which they effected change. A distinctive, gift-worthy tribute to rebel girls everywhere, this bestselling book is one you can be proud to display in your home. ICONS OF FEMINIST HISTORY: Some of the famous women featured in this remarkable book:Aphra Behn, first female professional writerSojourner Truth, women''s rights activist and abolitionistAda Lovelace, first computer programmerMarie Curie, first woman to win the Nobel PrizeJoan Jett, godmother of punkBESTSELLING AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR: Ann Shen is an illustrator, designer, and author specializing in bright, magical artwork that helps people feel less alone. Her bestselling books include Legendary Ladies, Revolutionary Women, and Nevertheless, She WoreIt. Her illustrations can also be found on art prints, home decor, tech accessories, apparel, puzzles, book covers, print media, packaging, and so much more. RAVE REVIEWS: A critical hit and fan favorite with more than 300,000 copies sold!"Bad Girls Throughout History is at once a work of art, a love letter to female trailblazers, and an actual history book." –Forbes"From Joan of Arc and Jane Austen to more modern trailblazers like Angela Davis and Tina Fey, Bad Girls Throughout History: 100 Remarkable Women Who Changed the World includes ONE HUNDRED (!!!!) women who will no doubt inspire you, as well as remind you that women RULE." –Hellogiggles.comPerfect for:Birthday, holiday, or graduation gifts for teens and adults alikeStories to share with a young girl at bedtimeAdding to any display of elegant, educational, or inspirational coffee table booksFans of books about history, feminism, or strong women

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An authoritative history of art history from its medieval origins to its modern predicamentsIn this authoritative book, the first of its kind in English, Christopher S. Wood tracks the evolution of the historical study of art from the late middle ages through the rise of the modern scholarly discipline of art history. Synthesizing and assessing a vast array of writings, episodes, and personalities, this original and accessible account of the development of art-historical thinking will appeal to readers both inside and outside the discipline. Combining erudition with clarity, this book makes a landmark contribution to the understanding of art history.

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The Official History of the FIFA Women''s World Cup is the definitive, authorised account of the world''s biggest women''s football tournament.Fully updated to include Australia & New Zealand 2023 and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this lavish visual history is packed with more than 800 stunning photographs, unique official documents and fascinating statistics. It''s a celebration of women''s football like no other.In addition to game-by-game reviews of every Women''s World Cup and Summer Olympic Games Women''s Football tournaments, this volume contains an extensive history of women''s football, exploring its development and spread around the world from its origins in the late 19th century to the present day.Exhaustively researched by the experts at the FIFA Museum in Zurich, this is a beautifully packaged resource for anyone who loves women''s football.

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Written by leading historian Jeremy Black, this fascinating hardback reference guide charts an incredible history of the modern world, beautifully visualised with full-colour images throughout.In this masterful account, Black explores the key themes that have shaped the history of the modern world since 1950. Eschewing a simple political narrative, he instead explores the roles of the environment, demographics, the economy and technology in driving change in the world.The story begins in 1950, by which time a new world order had come into place, with Communism firmly established in Russia, Eastern Europe and China, decolonisation well underway in the old European empires, and the American monopoly on nuclear weaponry at an end, setting the stage for the Cold War.Over the course of the next 75 years, the world changed immeasurably - the population nearly tripled; climate change became ever more pronounced; new liberal values regarding gender, sexuality and age took hold; television and then the internet became the primary drivers of culture; and a new frontier of exploration opened up in space. At the same time tensions continued in politics, with alternative models of democracy and authoritarianism coming into fierce conflict and a range of new countries emerging through decolonization.Ranging widely across the globe, A History of the World from 1950 sheds new light on this fascinating era.

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Kniha - autor Dee Brown, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Subtitled, "An Indian History Of The American West". The heart-breaking and bestselling classic history, first published in 1970.

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An authoritative history of the earliest history of familiar folk tales and fairy tales from 3000BCE to the seventh century CE

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This meticulously researched book provides an accessible history of the nine crusades between 1096 and 1272 plus smaller campaigns across Europe culminating in the Holy League’s victory over the Ottomans at the Battle of Lepanto. It covers the land the crusading knights lost and won, the kingdoms they established, the inspiration that motivated them, and the controversies that still surround them. It also featuressome of the larger-than-life knights such as Robert of Jerusalem, Godfrey of Bouillon, Frederick II, and Richard the Lionheart and their contribution to the holy wars. Illustrated with over 400 images, and with expert text, this book is a beautiful and fascinating account of an extraordinary historical period.

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An oral history of Billy Bragg in the words of fans, and with an introduction and commentary from Billy

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In 1986, Paul Newman and his closest friend, screenwriter Stewart Stern, began an extraordinary project. Stuart was to compile an oral history, to have Newman’s family and friends and those who worked closely with him, talk about the actor’s life. And then Newman would work with Stewart and give his side of the story. The only stipulation was that anyone who spoke on the record had to be completely honest. That same stipulation applied to Newman himself. The project lasted five years. The result is an extraordinary memoir, culled from thousands of pages of transcripts. The book is insightful, revealing, surprising. Newman’s voice is powerful, sometimes funny, sometimes painful, always meeting that high standard of searing honesty. The additional voices—from childhood friends and Navy buddies, from family members and film and theater collaborators such as Tom Cruise, George Roy Hill, Martin Ritt, and John Huston—that run throughout add richness and color and context to the story Newman is telling. Newman’s often traumatic childhood is brilliantly detailed. He talks about his teenage insecurities, his early failures with women, his rise to stardom, his early rivals (Marlon Brando and James Dean), his first marriage, his drinking, his philanthropy, the death of his son Scott, his strong desire for his daughters to know and understand the truth about their father. Perhaps the most moving material in the book centers around his relationship with Joanne Woodward—their love for each other, his dependence on her, the way she shaped him intellectually, emotionally and sexually. The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man is revelatory and introspective, personal and analytical, loving and tender in some places, always complex and profound.

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A celebration of season, Flower Philosophy presents a selection of beautiful arrangements designed to free readers from the pressures of perfection and instead encourage creative freedom, intuition and original results. Flowers are not perfect, and flower arranging shouldn’t be either. Anna Potter, author of best-selling Flower Fix, teaches us how to listen and learn from nature to create something truly original with 25 combinations of stems and foliage. Free yourself from a prescriptive, one- size-fits-all approach and let each unique bloom inspire you with this refreshingly honest and liberating florist’s guide. Featuring: A NEW PERSPECTIVE: Start with nature and let this inform your arranging A WEALTH OF PRACTICAL ADVICE: All the basic, essential information on flora, seasons, colour and arranging BUDGET-CONSCIOUS CHOICES: From small humble buds to large luxe flowers eg weed arrangements. Plus foliage, fruit, vegetables, sea shells and anything grown out of the ground. 25 FLEXIBLE FLOWER PROJECTS: Step-by-step, with options/prompts to encourage autonomy, originality, creativity PERSONAL TOUCHES: Author’s stories, poems, thoughts, experiences and musings FLORAL THERAPY: Tips to improve wellbeing with nature; tap into its mindful benefits throughout the arranging process A FLOWER THESAURUS: An unorthodox flower index of favourite and too-often-forgotten flowers, ideas for pairings, benefits to the senses and mood, meanings etc. Arranged by season, Anna Potter guides you through the process of creating your own wreathes, bouquets and installations, all using flowers that can be bought, found and foraged from your neighbourhood. Accompanied by stunning photography from India Hobson, this book provides the basic foundations to pick, choose and assemble with unlimited possibilities.

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An illustrated history of the American-built destroyers and frigates supplied to the Royal Navy under Lend-Lease, which played a crucial role in Britain''s war in the Atlantic.As U-boat attacks on Britain''s vital sea lanes increased in ferocity, and Royal Navy warship losses mounted, the United States passed the Lend-Lease Act, the cornerstone of America''s wartime role as armourer to the Allies.Naval historian Angus Konstam here offers an account of the Royal Navy''s Lend-Lease destroyers and escorts. The first batch were 50 World War I-era ''four-stacker'' destroyers, in a deal sealed by the transfer of several global British bases to the USA. These warships were immediately recrewed, refitted and pressed into service in the Battle of the Atlantic. These ageing destroyers were followed by over a hundred more Lend-Lease warships, many of which were built especially for British service in American shipyards. Their arrival helped tip the balance in the hard-fought war against the U-boats, while others were used to fulfil other crucial wartime missions. With detailed ship profiles of the major classes, a cutaway of HMS Campbeltown (of Saint-Nazaire raid fame) as it appeared in 1941, and superb battlescene artwork, this is a comprehensive look at a crucial aspect of the Battle of the Atlantic.

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From the acclaimed author of Promised You a Miracle and When the Lights Went Out, the untold story of British politics in modern times, through the triumphs and disasters of its five most radical figuresLonglisted for the Bread & Roses Prize for Radical Publishing 2025 'A breath of fresh air: a vivid eye for detail meets narrative pacing that seems effortless.' Morgan Jones, LabourList‘An absorbing history of Labour’s radical left.’ Jason Cowley, Observer‘The Searchers should be studied closely by anyone with a stake in British politics.’ Patrick Maguire, The TimesIn the great revolutionary year of 1968, Tony Benn was a respectable Labour minister in his forties, and he was restless. While new social movements were shaking up Britain and much of the world, Westminster politics seemed stuck. It was time, he decided, for a different approach. Over the next half century, the radicalized Benn helped forge a new left in Britain. He was joined by four other politicians, who would become comrades, collaborators and rivals: Ken Livingstone, John McDonnell, Diane Abbott and Jeremy Corbyn. For Andy Beckett, the story of these admired and loathed political explorers - both their sudden breakthroughs and long stretches in the wilderness - is the untold story of British politics in modern times. As he reveals, their project to create a radically more equal, liberal and democratic Britain has been much more influential than electoral history might suggest, and can be seen from the shape of our city life to the causes of our culture wars. For their many detractors, this influence was and remains dangerous: a form of extremism that must be stamped out. But as these five searchers believed, in politics there is no total victory - nor total defeat.

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In an alternate history of the nineteenth century, Queen Victoria has married Vlad Tepes, better known as Count Dracula, leading to a reign of horror, while, in Whitechapel, Silver Knife, a murderer of vampire girls, threatens the new regime.

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Nakladač Bruder je věrnou kopií skutečného nakladače Schäffer. Nakladač Schäffer má funkční rameno se lžící. Nakladač Schäffer má profilované pneumatiky z měkkého plastu a řiditelnou přední nápravu. Čelní nakladače Schäffer jsou používány v zemědělství, stavitelství i zahradnictví.

Objev podobné jako Bruder Farmer kompaktní nakladač Schäffer, 29,5 x 9,6 x 15,7 cm

Nakladač Bruder je věrnou kopií skutečného nakladače Schäffer. Nakladač Schäffer má funkční rameno se lžící. Nakladač Schäffer má profilované pneumatiky z měkkého plastu a řiditelnou přední nápravu. Čelní nakladače Schäffer jsou používány v zemědělství, stavitelství i zahradnictví.

Objev podobné jako Bruder Farmer kompaktní nakladač Schäffer, 29,5 x 9,6 x 15,7 cm

Bruder 2190 Nakladač Schäffer 2034 Robustní plastový model nakladače Schäffer 2034 v měřítku 1:16 s odnímatelným ramenem a zadní spojkou. K modelu je možnost zapojení dalšího příslušenství a je vhodný pro hru doma tak venku na písku. Kompatibilní s figurkami Bworld. Vyberte pro Vaše dítko kvalitní model od firmy Bruder! Vhodné pro děti od 3 let. Materiál: plast Rozměry: 29,5 x 9,6 x 15,7 cm Země původu: Německo

Objev podobné jako Bruder 2190 Nakladač Schäffer 2034

Writing the History of Modern Revolutions provides students with a comprehensive overview of the history of revolutions and how these histories have been framed, debated, and understood since the nineteenth century.Beginning in the 19th century with historical accounts of the French Revolution, the book traces how contemporary politics and new developments in the humanities and social sciences have shaped existing scholarship and analysis of revolutionary phenomenon. Not only this, but the book also offers a concise and synthetic account of how scholars have addressed contemporary critical political and social issues in a historical context, which will be of value to both scholars across disciplines as well as students taking courses in political science, sociology, and modern history.The book will provide students with a solid understanding of some of the most dramatic moments in modern history, including Revolutions relevant to Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the post-colonial world. It will encourage students to think critically about how the history of modern revolutions have been written and provide them with a thorough understanding of the approaches to revolution, key works and scholars in the field, as well as an understanding of the wider contexts in which these revolutions occurred.

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THIS IS THE MUST-HAVE CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR EVERYONE WHO LOVES GAVIN AND STACEYFor the first time, go behind the scenes of the beloved TV show Gavin and Stacey with the must-read memoir from the BAFTA award-winning writers Ruth Jones and James Corden. THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWhen Gavin Met Stacey and Everything in Between is the story of how Ruth and James turned their little show about ordinary life into a full-on cultural phenomenon. As they recount the highs and lows they faced along the way, Ruth and James explore the journey of their real-life friendship, the making of the show and the relationship between Nessa and Smithy that had the nation glued to their screens. Full of revelations and anecdotes to working scripts and never-before-seen photographs including:•The story behind Nessa’s iconic look•The original treatment for the show•And maybe pictures from that fishing trip…This one-of-a kind memoir takes you behind the scenes of one of the most iconic and beloved shows in British television history. Here are the details of what’s occurred every step of the way, from initial pitch to final day of filming, and all the love that followed. When Gavin Met Stacey and Everything in Between is the perfect final chapter in this incredible story and is essential reading for all Gavin and Stacey fans. READERS LOVE WHEN GAVIN MET STACEY AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN:‘Warm, cozy, sweet and very funny’ ? ? ? ? ?'Any fan of the show would love this book' ? ? ? ? ?'At the end of the day, when all's said and done, this book is a crackin' read' ? ? ? ? ?

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Bodové svítidlo Rabalux Gavin – stylová skandinávská eleganceBodové svítidlo Rabalux Gavin 6488 vyniká čistými liniemi a kombinací saténově chromovaného kovu, přírodního dřeva a matného bílého skla. Tři samostatně nastavitelné hlavice umožňují efektivně nasvítit konkrétní zóny, ať už v obývacím pokoji, ložnici nebo moderní kuchyni. Skandinávský styl podtrhuje jednoduchost, funkčnost a přírodní materiály, které vnášejí do interiéru příjemnou atmosféru.Proč zvolit Rabalux Gavin? Variabilita nasvícení: Díky třem otočným bodům snadno nasměrujete světlo tam, kde je právě potřeba. Kvalitní materiály: Kombinace kovu, dřeva a skla zajišťuje dlouhou životnost a nadčasový vzhled. Univerzální design: Saténový chrom s dřevěným dekorem ladí do světlých skandinávských i moderních interiérů. Možnost volby žárovek: Svítidlo je kompatibilní s úspornými LED i klasickými žárovkami s paticí E14 do 40 W.Technické parametry Typ svítidla: Stropní bodové, 3x E14 (max. 40 W/zdroj, celkem max. 120 W) Materiál: Kov, dřevo, sklo Barva: Saténová chromová / bílá Průměr: 250 mm Výška: 180 mm Stupeň krytí: IP20 (vhodné do suchých vnitřních prostor) Stupeň ochrany: I Napětí: 230 V, 50 Hz Zdroj světla není součástí balení.Doporučení architektaSvítidlo doporučuji instalovat do místností, kde chcete docílit příjemně rozptýleného, ale zároveň směrově přesného světla. Skvěle funguje v kuchyních nad pracovní plochou, v chodbách nebo dětských pokojích. Pro maximální úsporu energie doporučuji použít LED žárovky s teplotou chromatičnosti 2700–3000 K pro útulnou atmosféru.Trust badges & garance Životnost svítidla: až 30 000 hodin (při použití kvalitních LED žárovek) Záruka: 2 roky Certifikace: CEFAQ – často kladené otázky Lze svítidlo Gavin stmívat? Ano, pokud použijete stmívatelné žárovky a kompatibilní stmívač, lze svítidlo použít pro regulaci intenzity osvětlení. Jakou žárovku zvolit pro maximální úsporu? Doporučujeme LED žárovky s paticí E14 a příkonem 4–6 W (ekvivalent 40 W klasické žárovky), které nabízí dlouhou životnost a nízkou spotřebu. Rabalux Gavin je spojení nadčasového designu a praktického řešení pro moderní domácnost. Vneste do svého domova skandinávskou lehkost a čistotu!

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Červený nakladač Schäffer v sadě s jedním balíkem slámy, je jedním z detailně zpracovaných modelů Bruder. Tento model je vhodný do kombinace s Balíkem k nakladači na balíky 2332. Přednosti: kompatibilní s dalšími produkty Bruder vysoce kvalitní plast a zpracování Kupte dětem příslušenství ke strojům Bruder! Vhodné pro děti od 3 let Materiál: plast Měřítko: 1:16 Délka nakladače vč. balíku: 33 cm Rozměry balení: 16 x 38 x 18,5 cm Země původu: EU

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Červený nákladní automobil MAN TGS s valníkem a kompaktním nakladačem Schäffer jsou dalšími precizně zpracovanými modely značky Bruder. Kluci mohou s přední lžící nakladače přemístňovat zeminu nebo stavební materiál na korbu náklaďáku nebo potřebné místo určení. Přednosti: je plně funkční, vysoce kvalitní plast kompatibilní s figurkami Bworld Skladba a funkčnost: kontejner lze sklopit na zem pomocí pohyblivého ramene Kupte chlapcům další z kvalitních modelů Bruder! Vhodné pro děti od 4 let Materiál: plast Rozměry: 54,5 x 18,5 x 21,3 cm Země původu: Německo

Objev podobné jako Bruder 3767 Nákladní automobil MAN TGS s valníkem a kompaktním nakladačem Schäffer

Nakladač SCHAFFER z kategorie Technické stroje, od značky Bruder, máme skladem. Do 3 dnů u Vás.

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Nákladní auto MAN - kontejner, nakladač Schaffer z kategorie Plastová auta, od značky Bruder, máme skladem. Do 3 dnů u Vás.

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RENDL GAVIN – Moderní venkovní nástěnné LED svítidlo v antracitové barvěObjevte elegantní a funkční řešení osvětlení pro exteriér – nástěnné LED svítidlo RENDL GAVIN v antracitové barvě, které je ideální pro vchodové dveře, chodby, schodiště či čísla popisná. Minimalistický design, vysoká odolnost a úsporný provoz z něj činí skvělou volbu pro moderní architekturu i rekonstrukce.Klíčové vlastnosti svítidla RENDL GAVIN Vysoce odolné: Krytí IP65 zajišťuje ochranu proti prachu a stříkající vodě – perfektní pro venkovní použití. Úsporná LED technologie: Integrovaný LED zdroj 13 W poskytuje světelný tok 650 lm a teplé bílé světlo (3000 K). Moderní vzhled: Kombinace antracitového korpusu s mléčným akrylovým difuzorem. Možnost personalizace: Vhodné pro nalepení čísla domu nebo jiných symbolů (čísla nejsou součástí balení). Dlouhá životnost: LED modul s životností až 30 000 hodin. Kvalitní světlo: Index podání barev Ra ≥ 80 zaručuje věrné zobrazení barev.Technické parametry Rozměry: 135 × 200 × 30 mm (V × D × Š) Příkon: 13 W Napětí: 230 V Světelný tok: 650 lumenů Teplota barvy: 3000 K (teplá bílá) Krytí: IP65 (odolné vůči povětrnostním vlivům) Materiál: kov/antracit, mléčný akryl Včetně světelného zdroje: ANOIdeální využití Osvětlení vstupních dveří a čísel popisných Venkovní chodby, stěny a schodiště Moderní bytové domy, rodinné domy i komerční objektyTrust badges & garance Životnost LED: až 30 000 hodin Záruka: 2 roky Certifikace: CEFAQ – Často kladené otázky Lze svítidlo použít i v interiéru? Ano, svítidlo je vhodné i do interiérových prostor, například do chodeb nebo garáží, kde je potřeba vyšší ochrana proti vlhkosti. Je světelný zdroj vyměnitelný? Svítidlo obsahuje integrovaný LED modul, který není samostatně vyměnitelný. Díky dlouhé životnosti LED však nevyžaduje častou údržbu.Vsaďte na kvalitu, úsporu a nadčasový design s nástěnným LED svítidlem RENDL GAVIN – vaše venkovní prostory budou bezpečné, přehledné a stylové.

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''Modest, down to earth and full of humour, this is one of the best books about filming I''ve ever read.'' MICHAEL PALIN''Extraordinary: Gavin''s easy prose and gasp-making encounters make for a gripping and very funny read. It''s a rollercoaster ride with a complete professional. I loved it.'' JOANNA LUMLEY''[Gavin is] a great cameraman with infinite patience, but also a writer with great powers of observation and expression. Brilliant!'' ALAN TITCHMARSH_________From Gavin Thurston, the award-winning Blue Planet II and Planet Earth II cameraman with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough comes extraordinary and adventurous true stories of what it takes to track down and film our planet''s most captivating creatures.Gavin has been a wildlife photographer for over thirty years. Against a backdrop of modern world history, he''s lurked in the shadows of some of the world''s remotest places in order to capture footage of the animal kingdom''s finest: prides of lions, silverback gorillas, capuchin monkeys, brown bears, grey whales, penguins, mosquitoes - you name it he''s filmed it.Come behind the camera and discover the hours spent patiently waiting for the protagonists to appear; the inevitable dangers in the wings and the challenges faced and overcome; and the heart-warming, life-affirming moments the cameras miss as well as capture. What other readers are saying about Journeys in the Wild: ''It''s touching, it''s thought provoking and its emotional...Go pick it up. It''s an absolute inspiration of a book.'' Goodreads''Full of unbelievable anecdotes from decades of work, some absolutely hilarious, this book left me in complete wonder.'' Goodreads''An amazing read and I would heartily recommend it to everyone I know.'' Goodreads

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