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Everything you ever wanted to know about the world s biggest singing star. 5* - BestBeyoncé: Running The World is the full story of Houston born-and-bred Beyoncé s extraordinary life, which saw her join her first pop group at the age of nine before fronting the girl band Destiny s Child - the biggest-selling female group of all time. After embarking on a solo career in 2003, Beyoncé s status as a superstar was sealed and to date she has won more than 220 awards internationally and the hearts of millions of fans the world over. The most definitive and up-to-date telling of Beyoncé s story ever written, this book provides an intimate close-up on both her professional and personal life, with the inside story on how she and rapper husband Jay-Z became the biggest power couple on earth. With reports that their marriage was crumbling before the world s eyes on their 2014 joint tour, On The Run, it pieces together the split rumours that plagued them at every turn and documents exactly how they coped with such intense public scrutiny.The book also analyses Beyoncé s role as a mother to young daughter Blue Ivy and explores the hidden heartbreaks of her past, including a tragic miscarriage, a lengthy battle with depression and an agonising rift with her manager father Mathew.While celebrating Beyoncé s greatest triumphs Beyoncé: Running The World uncovers the truth behind the headlines, finding out exactly who Queen Bey is and what really goes on behind the scenes...Contains an extra chapter with the most up-to-date information on the world s biggest star.

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A poetic and remarkably fertile exploration of the relationship between human beings and the natural environment. â ”Pankaj Mishra, The Guardian I m very grateful to have this book. â ”Ursula K. Le GuinThe acclaimed and award-winning book about what a rare mushroom can teach us about sustaining life on a fragile planetA Flavorwire and Times Higher Education Book of the YearMatsutake is the most valuable mushroom in the worldâ ”and a weed that grows in human-disturbed forests across the northern hemisphere. Through its ability to nurture trees, matsutake helps forests to grow in daunting places. It is also an edible delicacy in Japan, where it sometimes commands astronomical prices. In all its contradictions, matsutake offers insights into areas far beyond just mushrooms and addresses a crucial question: what manages to live in the ruins we have made? A tale of diversity within our damaged landscapes, The Mushroom at the End of the World follows one of the strangest commodity chains of our times to explore the unexpected corners of capitalism. Here, we witness the varied and peculiar worlds of matsutake commerce: the worlds of Japanese gourmets, capitalist traders, Hmong jungle fighters, industrial forests, Yi Chinese goat herders, Finnish nature guides, and more. These companions also lead us into fungal ecologies and forest histories to better understand the promise of cohabitation in a time of massive human destruction. By investigating one of the world s most sought-after fungi, The Mushroom at the End of the World presents an original examination into the relation between capitalist destruction and collaborative survival within multispecies landscapes, the prerequisite for continuing life on earth.

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Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories from around the world with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

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From the bestselling author of The Black Swan, a bold book that challenges many of our long-held beliefs about risk and reward, politics and religion, finance and personal responsibility Why should we never listen to people who explain rather than do? Why do companies go bust? How is it that we have more slaves today than in Roman times? Why does imposing democracy on other countries never work? The answer: too many people running the world don t have skin in the game. In his inimitable, pugnacious style, Nassim Nicholas Taleb shows that skin in the game applies to all aspects of our lives. It s about having something to lose and taking a risk. Citizens, lab experimenters, artisans, political activists and hedge fund traders all have skin in the game. Policy wonks, corporate executives, theoreticians, bankers and most journalists don t. As Taleb says, The symmetry of skin in the game is a simple rule that s necessary for fairness and justice, and the ultimate BS-buster, and Never trust anyone who doesn t have skin in the game. Without it, fools and crooks will benefit, and their mistakes will never come back to haunt them .

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THE NEW INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE BIG SHORT AND FLASH BOYS A gripping account of how two psychologists reshaped the way we think ... What a story it is Sunday Times You ll love it ... full of surprises and no small degree of tragedy Tim HarfordIn 1969 two men met on a university campus. Their names were Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky. They were different in every way. But they were both obsessed with the human mind - and both happened to be geniuses. Together, they would change the way we see the world. An enchanted collaboration ... During the final pages, I was blinking back tears The New York Times My favourite writer full stop. Engages both heart and brain like no other Daily Telegraph Brilliant, a wonderful book, a masterclass Spectator Psychology s Lennon and McCartney ... Lewis is exactly the storyteller they deserve Observer.

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The strange, but true biography of the colorful founder of Saucerian Books, a central purveyor and promoter of flying saucer and conspiracist knowledge in the mid-twentieth century.Gray Barker (1925–1984) was an eccentric literary outsider, filled with ideas that were out of step with the world. An author and unreliable narrator of implausible stories, Barker founded and operated Saucerian Books, an independent publisher of books about flying saucers and other ideas at the fringes of popular discourse. In The Saucerian, author Gabriel Mckee tells the fascinating story of Barker’s West Virginia-based press, the unique corpus of materials it published, and how office-copying and self-publishing techniques influenced the spread of paranormal beliefs and conspiratorial worldviews over the last century. Following the development of UFO subculture, Mckee explores the life and career of a larger-than-life hoaxer and originator of pseudoscientific ideas. Ever an entertainer, Barker established his reputation with one of the first flying saucer fanzines The Saucerian and with his first book, the conspiratorial and sensationalistic They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers. By the close of the 1950s, he had established a publishing imprint that brought out some of the strangest UFO-related books of the era, with a particular emphasis on flying saucer contactees. Saucerian Books became a platform for those whose stories were too unusual, implausible, or crudely written for more mainstream publishers. Though Barker himself was a skeptic, he viewed the world of occult believers as a source of ongoing entertainment. He also may have used the perceived eccentricity of flying saucer research, or “ufology,” to obscure his homosexuality from his small-town neighbors. From his place on the fringes of midcentury American culture, Barker left an unmatched legacy in conspiratorial concepts that have become prominent pop cultural folklore, including the Men in Black, the Mothman, and the Philadelphia Experiment. As a mastermind behind the fantastical, Barker’s promotional efforts were the precursor to contemporary conspiracism.

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THE LEADING FORECAST ON THE IMPACT OF TRUMP’S TARIFFS AROUND THE WORLD “An exceptionally sensible, clear-headed and original thinker” The Financial Times “The best book on the future of the global economy” The International Economy The tectonic plates of the global order are shifting, creating new pressures that will strain long-standing financial structures. BUT WHERE WILL THE WORLD’S NEW ECONOMIC FAULT LINES EMERGE?AND HOW DISRUPTIVE WILL THEY BE? In a clear and far-reaching reckoning, The Fractured Age lays bare the threats and opportunities that will shape the world economy over the coming decades. It charts the emergence of geopolitical blocs in a world undergoing profound change – blocs whose relative size and economic diversity will be pivotal in reordering everything from goods trade and investment flows to technology transfers and access to critical minerals. As the world enters another period of seismic upheaval and a new global order emerges, understanding which economies are poised to benefit, and which will bear the costs, will be critical for effective decision-making throughout boardrooms and the halls of government. As Chief Economist of one of the world’s leading providers of independent macroeconomic and market research, Neil Shearing lays out a stark vision of the peaks and rifts that will unfold, and how they will fundamentally reshape the global economy in this fractured age. As featured on Bloomberg, CNN, BBC and in The Financial Times

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One of the best novels about growing up fast GUARDIAN One falls for Sally Jay Gorce from a great height from the first sentence OBSERVER Scandalous and entertaining . . . Both funny and true EVENING STANDARDThe Dud Avocado gained instant cult status on first publication and remains a timeless portrait of a woman hellbent on living. Sally Jay Gorce is a woman with a mission. It s the 1950s, she s young and she s in Paris. Having dyed her hair pink, she wears evening dresses in the daytime and vows to go native in a way not even the natives can manage. Embarking on an educational programme that includes an affair with a married man (which fizzles out when she realises he s single and wants to marry her); nights in cabarets and jazz clubs in the company of assorted citizens of the world ; an entanglement with a charming psychopath and a bit part in a film financed by a famous matador. But an education like this doesn t come cheap. Will our heroine be forced back to the States to fulfill her destiny as a librarian, or can she keep up her whirlwind Parisian existence?Books included in the VMC 40th anniversary series include: Frost in May by Antonia White; The Collected Stories of Grace Paley; Fire from Heaven by Mary Renault; The Magic Toyshop by Angela Carter; The Weather in the Streets by Rosamond Lehmann; Deep Water by Patricia Highsmith; The Return of the Soldier by Rebecca West; Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston; Heartburn by Nora Ephron; Memento Mori by Muriel Spark; A View of the Harbour by Elizabeth Taylor; and Faces in the Water by Janet Frame

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From the celebrated author of The Ends of the World, an epic biography of the molecule that made â “ and could now break â “ everything we knowAll life is made from CO2 . It was there at earthâ ™s birth, and throughout evolution. It has kept our planet habitable for hundreds of millions of years. It has given us all the splendours of the world we know today. And yet it also holds the potential for life s destruction. In this gripping adventure through eras and places, award-winning science journalist Peter Brannen tells the story of the worldâ ™s most important molecule. We travel from the beginning of time all the way up to our present reality, witnessing the staggering journey that CO2 has undertaken. As we watch its movements through the rocks, the air, the oceans and living beings over four billion years, we come to see more clearly what it means for us to be churning through ancient life â “ in the form of fossil fuels â “ as we power our industrial world. We are, Brannen shows, performing an unprecedented experiment on our planet. If we are to avoid its catastrophic consequences, we must all begin to deepen our understanding of this curious substance, which has given us everything from the very first life forms on earth to the business titans reshaping our planet today.

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An invigorating exploration of impactful feminist movements and strategies for replicating their success In The Everyday Feminist: The Key to Sustainable Social Impact-Driving Movements We Need Now More than Ever, accomplished feminist activist and executive Latanya Mapp Frett delivers a powerful and practical exploration of the factors that make a feminist social movement impactful in its place and time. In the book, you ll discover popular and not-so-popular social movements and the leaders, art, research, and narratives that drove them. The author explains what made these social movements so effective and explains the steps that organizations, nonprofits, and social impact professionals can take to replicate that success on the ground and in the present. The book also includes: Discussions of the importance of feminist funds in bankrolling critical feminist movementsExplanations of the roles played by men and boys in building a feminist futureActionable and straightforward advice applicable to everyone trying to make a difference for women around the world An essential text for feminist advocates who find themselves in an increasingly challenging political and social environment, The Everyday Feminist is the practical blueprint to social change that lawmakers, activists, entrepreneurs, and non-profit professionals have been waiting for.

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A groundbreaking exploration of the neuroscience of spirituality and a bold new paradigm for health, healing, and resilience Lisa Miller is the leading psychologist of her generation Martin Seligman We can live chasing goals and rewards, lost in worries and regrets. Or we can awaken to the true fabric of the world, an evolving tapestry that we both behold and help to create, in which every thread matters and no strand stands alone Whether it s meditation or a walk in nature, reading a sacred text or saying a prayer, there are many ways to tap into a heightened awareness of the world around us and our place in it. Lisa Miller draws on decades of clinical experience and award-winning research to show that humans are universally equipped with this capacity for spirituality, and that our brains become more resilient and robust as a result of it. Bringing scientific rigour to the most intangible aspect of our lives, Miller s counterintuitive findings reveal the measurable positive effects of spirituality: for better decision-making, a healthier brain and an inspired life.Brimming with inspiration and compassion, this landmark book revolutionizes our understanding of spirituality, mental health and how to find meaning and purpose in life.

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One of the best novels about growing up fast GUARDIAN One falls for Sally Jay Gorce from a great height from the first sentence OBSERVER Scandalous and entertaining . . . Both funny and true EVENING STANDARDThe Dud Avocado gained instant cult status on first publication and remains a timeless portrait of a woman hellbent on living. Sally Jay Gorce is a woman with a mission. It s the 1950s, she s young and she s in Paris. Having dyed her hair pink, she wears evening dresses in the daytime and vows to go native in a way not even the natives can manage. Embarking on an educational programme that includes an affair with a married man (which fizzles out when she realises he s single and wants to marry her); nights in cabarets and jazz clubs in the company of assorted citizens of the world ; an entanglement with a charming psychopath and a bit part in a film financed by a famous matador. But an education like this doesn t come cheap. Will our heroine be forced back to the States to fulfill her destiny as a librarian, or can she keep up her whirlwind Parisian existence?

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Coward, scoundrel, lover and cheat, but there is no better man to go into the jungle with. Join Flashman in his adventures as he survives fearful ordeals and outlandish perils across the four corners of the world.An international mission calls for unflinching bravery in the bedroom . . .Caught between an opium-selling vicarâ ™s wife, an Amazonian bandit queen looking for her next husband and the Chinese Emperorâ ™s ravishing concubine, Harry Flashman is busier than ever.

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Extraordinarily thoughtful memoir from the former WBO middleweight champion of the world Andy Lee.

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The complete story of Queen Bey for every Beyoncé superfanBeyoncé is one the greatest artists of all time. Performing since she was a child, she has earned megastar status both as a member of best-selling girl group Destiny s Child and as a solo act.The most-awarded musician in Grammy history, Beyoncé s ascension to Queen Bey is cast with critically acclaimed albums, a desire to explore her creativity and a willingness to push boundaries and defy expectations. Her stage performances are compelling to watch, and she is undoubtedly one of the great vocalists of our time.Outside of music she is a savvy businesswoman, one half of power couple the Carters - with husband rapper Jay-Z - social justice advocate, style icon, fashion designer and sometime actress and film director; a defining, artistic tour de force for the twenty-first century.The Essential... Beyoncé is her complete story; from child performer to prominent cultural figure, fully illustrated throughout with stunning, iconic images.The Essential... seriesCelebrating the world s best-loved popular icons and cultural luminaries, The Essential series is packed with facts, quotes, photos and stories.

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From jogger to marathon runner, this is the complete practical guide to optimizing your running skills and improving your performance. One of the most popular activities worldwide, running provides an incredible feeling of achievement and offers an enjoyable and easily accessible way to get fit. You only need to don a pair of running shoes, and anyone can run at any time or anywhere. This superb book is an ideal reference for both beginners and for established runners wishing to improve their technique and broaden their experience. To get started, the first part of the book provides practical advice, including all the basic health checks before you begin, progressive walking and running programmes, a six-week plan of running for fitness, and basic stretching and bodyweight exercises to build up strength. Appropriate clothing and equipment, fitness training and warm-up routines are discussed throughout and the author explains how to avoid injury, troubleshoot problems and stay motivated. From the basics, the second part of the book progresses to more advanced running for races of different distances, from 5K and 10K progressing to a marathon and triathlon. Subsequent chapters feature speedwork, strength training, and the golden rules for eating and hydration. A section describes injuries and how to deal with them and outlines alternative treatments, such as massage and acupuncture. Throughout, training, goals, and staying positive is paramount. The book continues with an exciting guide to the world #39;s greatest races - sprint and middle-distance racing, fast long-distance racing, marathons, off road and ultra-running, triathlons and adventure racing. Practical information on running for competition is given, with training programmes and guidance on the appropriate food and exercise. All the greatest race events are covered, from beginners #39; races such as the Great North Run in the UK to huge events such as the Boston Marathon. There is an abundance of information about the history of the races, and the elite athletes who have run them, their form and their running styles and methods. With 575 photographs and illustrations, including step by step features, this comprehensive and expert book is essential factual and aspirational reading for anyone who wants to run at any level.

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An Introduction to the Ancient World offers a thorough survey of the history of the ancient Near East, Greece and Rome. Covering the social, political, economic and cultural processes that have influenced later western and Near Eastern civilisations, this volume considers subjects such as the administrative structures, economies and religions of the ancient Near East, Athenian democracy, the development of classical Greek literature, the interaction of cultures in the Hellenistic world, the political and administrative system of the Roman Republic and empire, and the coming of Christianity, all within the broad outline of political history.This third edition is thoroughly updated and some chapters are completely rewritten to cover recent historical research. Changes include:more attention to economic structures and developments, and to the history of the later Roman Empire (third to sixth centuries AD);incorporation of the results of recent archaeological and historical research, and recently published studies of ancient literature;â ˜boxesâ ™ that support the main text, on topics including economic and political systems, religion and terminology;redrawn maps and new, higher-quality images;the inclusion of useful websites in the bibliography.An Introduction to the Ancient World provides an easily readable, user-friendly, integrated overview for students of ancient history, classics and archaeology. Lavishly illustrated, clearly and concisely written, and well organised, this fully updated and revised edition will remain a key resource for students beginning to investigate the civilisations of the ancient Mediterranean.

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From the author of Wreck this Journal, Keri Smith s How to be an Explorer of the World is an invitation to rediscover the world around you.Artists and scientists analyze the world around them in surprisingly similar ways, by observing, collecting, documenting, analyzing, and comparing. In this captivating guided journal, readers are encouraged to explore their world as both artists and scientists.The mission Smith proposes? To document and observe the world around you. As if you ve never seen it before. Take notes. Collect things you find on your travels. Document findings. Notice patterns. Copy. Trace. Focus on one thing at a time. Record what you are drawn to. With a series of interactive prompts and a beautifully hand-illustrated two-colour package, readers will enjoy exploring and discovering the world through this gorgeous book.

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Transform your running routine with more than 100 bucket list ideas that will encourage you to try everything from little-known races and international competitions to new training techniques and travel destinations.There are a lot of reasons to run. We do it to lose or maintain weight, to be healthier, and to clear our minds. Running can do all these things, and more. But running can be, well, repetitive. For everyone, at some point, it can get boring. Predictable. Routine. Experienced runner, coach, and adventurer Jeff Horowitz wrote The Running Bucket List to provide a fun and organized way to reinvigorate your love for running. Pulling from his nearly four decades of running, which includes racing in every state in the US and on every continent, running in everything from the world s biggest races to solo runs in almost every kind of condition imaginable, Horowitz offers ideas to spice up your training and events that you might already be familiar with, as well as others that you’ve never dreamed of before. Check items off your running bucket list like: Join a running club Get a gait analysis Participate in your local Turkey Trot Race in the Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa Run on the Roger Bannister Track in Oxford, England Become a race volunteer And so much more In this book, you’ll find over 100 bucket list items, ranging from the sublime to the ridiculous, from the deeply challenging to the whimsical. Pick and choose from among these adventures or work your way through the list one by one. Either way, you can be sure to banish boredom from your running.

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In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the inspiring life of Beyoncé, the chart-topping superstar. Beyoncé was quiet as a child but always enjoyed singing and dancing. At a young age, she went to see a concert, and from that moment on, she felt inspired to perform. She loved putting on shows for the people having their hair cut in her mum #39;s salon, but knew she was destined for a bigger audience. After winning a local talent show, Beyoncé joined the newly formed girl group Girls Tyme. The band eventually became Destiny #39;s Child and shot to stardom with their catchy R B songs and fierce dance routines. As a solo artist, she has since achieved incredible success with numerous number one hits, including #39;Irreplaceable #39; and #39;Crazy in Love #39;, and several critically acclaimed and award-winning albums, including #39;I am... Sasha Fierce #39;, #39;Lemonade #39; and #39;Renaissance #39;. She has received the most grammy nominations of any artist in history and is now one of the most influential people in the world. As well as being a performer, she is a mother, businesswoman, philanthropist and role model for all those who want to reach for the stars. This powerful book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the performer #39;s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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Laugh-out-loud funny and surprisingly emotional ... will bring joy - The Scotsman Jamie Lafferty embarks on an epic quest - in which the journey is at least as entertaining as the end result - Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds That Changed the World Highly entertaining and gloriously obsessional - Philip Hoare, author of Leviathan A wise, rude, hilarious and oddly moving account - Ed Caesar, author of The Moth and the Mountain~ ~ ~The problem started, as problems often do, with a penguin.From Kings and Emperors to Macaronis and Rockhoppers, penguins are one of the most immediately recognisable animals on Earth. Yet for all that familiarity, what do we really know about them? An Inconvenience of Penguins follows award-winning travel writer Jamie Lafferty as he visits all eighteen species in a bid to understand the birds and their extraordinarily varied habitats a little better. On voyages to some of the planet s most inaccessible and challenging landscapes, he recounts the history of our unique relationship with the world s most popular bird, telling not only the stories of the penguins, but also the people and places around them.From getting stranded in the Galapagos and marching through African guano fields to leading photography groups in the Antarctic and taking psychedelics on the Falklands, this is a birding quest like no other. Along the way, Lafferty relives the experiences of early polar explorers, for whom penguins were perplexing mysteries, welcome companions and even occasional meals, and meets the modern penguin lovers trying to save their fragile environments.Featuring cameos from a wide cast of characters including Ernest Shackleton, Charles Darwin and Sir Francis Drake, as well as beautiful photographs of each penguin species, An Inconvenience of Penguins is part love-letter to and part biography of these remarkable creatures.

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Beyonce Knowles started performing as a child, but first rose to fame as a member of the R B girl group Destiny s Child and has gone on to sell over 200 million records worldwide as a solo artist. Widely considered one of the greatest musical artists of all time, Beyonce has won nearly every award in the music industry and beyond. An inspiration to millions, the life of Beyonce is indeed proof that Black history matters. Black History Heroes shares the lives and inspirations of black men and women who changed the world, yesterday, today, and for tomorrow. Written by acclaimed, former pro-baseball player, inspirational speaker, and author Chris Singleton.

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From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan s comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history, NOW FEATURING an all-new section to celebrate 40 years of Studio Ghibli. This new section includes a look at The Boy and the Heron, as well as an overview of Studio Ghibli s theatre productions My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away, plus information on Ghibli Park, Japan s amazing Studio Ghibli theme park.Hello from Ghibliotheque! We are Michael and Jake, and together we make a podcast called Ghibliotheque, all about the films of the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. We think that Studio Ghibli has made some of the greatest films of all time, like My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited Away. We love nothing more than sharing these films with other people, whether that s by watching them together on the big screen, or writing a book like the one you re holding right now. This book is our handy, illustrated guide to the world of Studio Ghibli, a world that is like no other. Over the following pages you ll meet strong heroes, get to know wild and beguiling creatures, taste mouth-watering food, and travel via fast and fantastical modes of transportation. There is so much to explore and discover, so let s quote the motto of the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo, and say: let s get lost, together. Enjoy! Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who s who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.

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Showcases the work of the top 100 tattoo artists around the globe Lively and informative, The World Atlas of Tattoo is a superbly illustrated and compelling reference book that, through examining the meeting point between tattoo artists and their personal understanding of their environment, presents a well-informed and nuanced account of what has become a widespread art practice. Organized geographically, each section is introduced by a short historical overview of the types of tattooing traditionally practised in that area of the world, enabling the reader to trace historical threads in the careers of some of the profiled tattooers, as well as marvel at how other artists have managed to create novel forms of tattooing that transcend any previous context. The book also tracks the movement of styles from their indigenous settings to diasporic communities, where they have often been transformed into creative, multicultural, hybrid designs. Written by an international team of scholars, historians and journalists, this comprehensive atlas will enlighten and excite anyone who is passionate about tattoo art in its many forms worldwide. Contents List Introduction • Europe • North America • Central and South America • East, South, Central and Southeast Asia • Pacific Islands and Australia • Sub-Saharan Africa • Middle East and North Africa About the Author Anna Felicity Friedman teaches at the University of Chicago, where she has conducted research on the history of tattooing. She was the curator of a travelling exhibition about tattoo history and culture, which put her in touch with a wide range of contemporary global artists. List of Contributors James Elkins

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This sumptuous book explores the important role that woodblock prints played in the fashionable world of Edo-period Japan (1603-1868). 170 ukiyo-e - #39;pictures of the floating world #39; offer us a vivid view of the culture of entertainment, style and glamour that developed in bustling urban centres. Expert curators bring to life the scenes and figures depicted, and highlight the fashions, dress accessories and hairstyles shown in these colourful and compelling images by artists such as Utagawa Kunisada and Utagawa Hiroshige. Benefitting from the V A #39;s world-leading collection and including many rarely seen prints, this is a fascinating glimpse into an exciting world of celebrity actors, courtesans, kimono retailers, fabric workshops, makeup brands, theatre managers, brothel keepers and restaurant owners.

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Sunday Times Sports Book of the YearShortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year AwardWinner - Best New Writer category at the British Sports Book AwardsAfter years of watching Kenyan athletes win the world s biggest long-distance races, Runner s World contributor Adharanand Finn set out to discover what it was that made them so fast - and to see if he could keep up. Packing up his family, he moved to Iten, Kenya, the running capital of the world, and started investigating. Was it running barefoot to school, the food, the altitude, or something else? At the end of his journey he put his research to the test by running his first marathon, across the Kenyan plains.This edition includes a new chapter covering the 2012 Olympics.

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Entertaining and illuminating, this is odds-on to recalibrate your reasoning about every threat and opportunity. The only risk would be not to read it Quentin Cooper, science journalist and host of BBC Radio 4 s Material World A must-read for anyone who wants to know about the risks we run in this highly complex world we re living in Vincent Doumeizel, author of The Seaweed Revolution I have been studying risk for more than sixty years and have seen a lot of books on the subject... Running The Risk is one of the best Professor Paul Slovic, founder and president of Decision Research A genuinely fabulous book... my bet is that this book will be talked about for years to come Professor Richard Clegg, chairman of the Institute for the Public Understanding of Risk, National University of SingaporeCrossing the road, sitting next to someone on the subway who might have a virus, or going out at night alone, we are surrounded by hidden risks. Running The Risk delves into the fabric of our daily existence, posing crucial questions about the risks we face, what we need to know about them, and what we can do to engineer a safer, more resilient future.From the roots of the concept of risk to new threats brought by climate change, each chapter unfolds a captivating narrative, weaving together major historical incidents and topical news events. Explore the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and how it transformed the way we prepare for disasters. Travel to Fukushima and witness the importance of listening to our ancestors. Uncover the way coastal communities are adapting to rising sea levels in Indonesia. Dive into the digital realm with the Cambridge Analytica scandal, revealing a new era of digital risk and anxiety.Through riveting storytelling, Running the Risk invites readers to reflect on the risks we navigate in a rapidly changing world and understand the global implications of interconnected threats. This exploration of risk is not just an exposé: it s a guide to building resilience, making informed choices, and ultimately leading safer, healthier, happier lives. A well-rounded book that draws on history in a thought-provoking way Claire Fox, Baroness Fox of Buckley, panellist on BBC Radio 4 s The Moral Maze and Director of the Academy of Ideas

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Bursting with beautiful illustrations, Harry Potter: Travels Through the Wizarding World Coloring Book is your one-way ticket to a creative journey through the Wizarding World!All aboard the Hogwarts Express! Bring exciting scenes from the Harry Potter films to life by coloring original artwork in Harry Potter: Travels Through the Wizarding World Coloring Book. Featuring favorite moments and iconic locales from the beloved film series, Harry Potter: Travels Through the Wizarding World Coloring Book includes such beloved settings as The Burrow, Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade Station, King’s Cross, the Knight Bus, and many more. Fans of all ages will enjoy over 50 illustrations of detailed scenes to color. With compelling and intricate designs perfect for hours of relaxation and creativity, Harry Potter: Travels Through the Wizarding World Coloring Book provides the perfect opportunity to celebrate every fan’s love for the Harry Potter films. 50+ IMAGES TO COLOR: Harry Potter: Travels Through the Wizarding World Coloring Book contains dozens of intricate designs—perfect for hours of coloring relaxation and creativity! BELOVED CHARACTERS: Bring portraits of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and Draco Malfoy to life! MEMORABLE MOMENTS: Includes all-new artwork of the journey to Hogwarts, from King’s Cross to Hogsmeade and beyond. OFFICIAL WIZARDING WORLD COLORING BOOK: Created in collaboration with the studio behind the Harry Potter films. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER COLLECTION: Harry Potter: Gryffindor House Pride: The Official Coloring Book, Harry Potter: Slytherin House Pride: The Official Coloring Book, Harry Potter: Ravenclaw House Pride: The Official Coloring Book, Harry Potter: Hufflepuff House Pride: The Official Coloring Book and Harry Potter: Coloring Wizardry are also available.

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A Detailed Study of the Fighting Men of Classical Greece and the Ancient World, including Sumerians, Assyrians, Hittites, Egyptians, Myceneans, Spartans, Persians and Macedonians; Illustrated with over 700 Images of Military Dress, Weapons, Ships and Horses An incredible visual reference of the fighting men of Ancient Greece and their neighbours and enemies in the Ancient World. The book offers a concise overview of the history of the period, the rise and fall of Alexander and Darius’ empires, the battles, campaigns, conquests and tactics, together with detailed information on the men at arms themselves. There are special sections on the seafaring navies and galleys as well as the artillery pieces, siege engines, fortifications and military structures, weapons and armour. Expert research is combined with more than 600 detailed illustrations and fine art images of military dress, weapons, ships and artillery.

Objev podobné jako Uniforms of the Ancient Greek World, An Illustrated Encyclopedia of - Kevin Kiley

Join 12-year-old Tash and her best friend Sam in a story of adventure, survival and hope, set in the vivid Himalayan landscape of Tibet and India. Filled with friendship, love and courage, this young girl s thrilling journey to save her parents is an ideal read for children aged 9-12. There are two words that are banned in Tibet. Two words that can get you locked in prison without a second thought. I watch the soldiers tramping away and call the words after them. Dalai Lama. Tash has to follow many rules to survive in Tibet, a country occupied by Chinese soldiers. But when a man sets himself on fire in protest and soldiers seize Tash s parents, she and her best friend Sam must break the rules. They are determined to escape Tibet - and seek the help of the Dalai Lama himself in India. And so, with a backpack of Tash s father s mysterious papers and two trusty yaks by their side, their extraordinary journey across the mountains begins.

Objev podobné jako Running on the Roof of the World - Jess Butterworth

Discover the full story behind every single song Beyoncé has ever released.From Destiny s Child to Cowboy Carter, this is the definitive guide to one of music s greatest ever talents, covering hundreds of songs including:- hit singles- hidden gems- soundtracks- cover versions - deep cuts...and much more besides.Award-winning music writer Annie Zaleski (Rolling Stone, Billboard, the Guardian) explores and explains the fascinating details of every song, from early group hit Say My Name to solo work such as Crazy In Love and Run The World (Girls) - and including the all-conquering Cowboy Carter.A journey through pop, hip-hop, R B, gospel and even country, this is Beyoncé s story told through her incredible music.

Objev podobné jako Beyonce: The Stories Behind the Songs - Annie Zaleski

THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF BEYONCÉ S WORK EVER.THE DEFINITIVE, UNTOLD, RECORDING HISTORY OF BEYONCÉ, TOLD ALBUM-BY-ALBUM AND SONG-BY-SONG.In 528 pages you can explore the extraordinary artistry and vision of Beyoncé in this comprehensive guide, chronicled song-by-song throughout her groundbreaking career. From her early days with Destiny s Child to her trailblazing solo albums, record-breaking visual projects, and cultural moments that have redefined the music industry, this book leaves no stone unturned.Delve into the chart-topping anthems like Crazy in Love and Single Ladies, the deeply personal and politically charged works of Lemonade and Renaissance, as well as more her recent album, Cowboy Carter.Expertly crafted with behind-the-scenes stories, lyrical analyses, and detailed accounts of her creative process, this book uncovers the inspiration, production, and collaborators behind Beyoncé s genre-defying sound.Spanning over 500 pages and featuring hundreds of photographs - rare studio shots and breathtaking concert images - Beyoncé: All the Songs offers an intimate portrait of her evolution as an artist, performer, and cultural icon. Lavishly illustrated, this is the ultimate keepsake for the Beyoncé fan in your life.

Objev podobné jako Beyonce All The Songs - Benoit Clerc

Imagine, at a terrifyingly aggressive rate, everything you regularly use is being equipped with computer technology. Think about your phone, cameras, cars-everything-being automated and programmed by people who in their rush to accept the many benefits of the silicon chip, have abdicated their responsibility to make these products easy to use. The Inmates Are Running the Asylum argues that the business executives who make the decisions to develop these products are not the ones in control of the technology used to create them. Insightful and entertaining, The Inmates Are Running the Asylum uses the author s experiences in corporate America to illustrate how talented people continuously design bad software-based products and why we need technology to work the way average people think. Somewhere out there is a happy medium that makes these types of products both user and bottom-line friendly; this book discusses why we need to quickly find that medium.

Objev podobné jako Inmates Are Running the Asylum, The - Cooper Alan

Bake a delicious apple pie--and take a trip with this culinary global adventure!An apple pie is easy to make...if the market is open. But if the market is closed, the world becomes your grocery store. This picture book takes readers around the globe to gather ingredients for a delicious apple pie. First hop a steamboat to Italy for the finest semolina wheat. Then hitch a ride to England and hijack a cow for the freshest possible milk. And, oh yes! Don t forget to go apple picking in Vermont! A simple recipe for apple pie is included.

Objev podobné jako How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World - Marjorie Priceman

***50 MILLION TERRY BROOKS COPIES SOLD AROUND THE WORLD***THE SHANNARA CHRONICLES IS NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES Terry s place is at the head of the fantasy world Philip PullmanIt is the beginning of the hottest July in decades, and two men have come to Hopewell, Illinois. One is not human, a dark servant of the Void, who will use the anger and frustration of the community to achieve a terrible secret goal. The other is John Ross, a Knight of the Word. While he sleeps, he lives in the hell the world will become if he fails to change its course on waking. John Ross has been given the ability to see the future. But does he have the power to change it?At stake is the soul of a fourteen-year-old girl and the lives of the people of Hopewell. And that s just the beginning. This Fourth of July, while friends and families picnic in Sinnissippi Park and fireworks explode in celebration of freedom and independence, the fate of Humanity itself will be decided . . .Praise for Terry Brooks: A master of the craft . . . required reading Brent Weeks I can t even begin to count how many of Terry Brooks s books I ve read (and re-read) over the years Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Name of the Wind I would not be writing epic fantasy today if not for Shannara Peter V. Brett, author of The Painted Man If you haven t read Terry Brooks, you haven t read fantasy Christopher Paolini, author of EragonThe Word and the Void:RUNNING WITH THE DEMONA KNIGHT OF THE WORDANGEL FIRE EAST

Objev podobné jako Running With The Demon - Terry Brooks

Our Flag Means Death meets Six of Crows in Running Close to the Wind, a queer pirate adventure from the author of A Taste of Gold and Iron, Alexandra Rowland.⠘Come for the irrepressible gremlin of a narrator, stay for the plot-relevant cake competitions! A whip-smart, hilarious and exuberant high seas romp⠙ ⠓ Freya Marske, Sunday Times bestselling author of A Marvellous Light Avra Helvaçi, former field agent of the Arasti Ministry of Intelligence, has accidentally stolen the single most expensive secret in the world ⠓ and the only place to flee with a secret that big is the open sea.To find a buyer with deep enough pockets, Avra must work with his on-again, off-again ex, the pirate Captain Teveri az-Haffar. Together, they will have to risk journeying to the isolated pirate republic of the Isles of Lost Souls.The only things in their way?A calculating new Arasti ambassador to the Isles . . .Brother Julian, a beautiful, mysterious new member of the crew with secrets of his own . . .. . . And the fact that they⠙re sailing straight into sea-serpent breeding season and almost certain doom.But if they can find a way to survive and sell the secret on the black market, they⠙ll all be as wealthy as kings ⠓ and, more importantly, they⠙ll be legends . . .⠘Uproariously funny, exquisitely witty, brimming with buckling of swashes and scuttling of butts⠙ ⠓ Premee Mohamed, Nebula Award-winning author of Beneath the Rising

Objev podobné jako Running Close to the Wind - Alexandra Rowland

In 490 BCE the indefatigable Athenian herald Philippides made his legendary 26 mile run to deliver to the people of Athens news of their city⠙s victory over the Persians. Each year, all over the world, thousands of athletes and millions of enthusiasts replicate Philippides⠙s marathon. Why do we run? To what end all the effort and pain? The Greeks were the first to ask these questions and to wonder why we choose to measure ourselves against others; they were also the first to suspend war, politics, and the daily workings of the state to enjoy days⠙ long public celebrations of athletic prowess.As the pandemic entered its second year, internationally renowned scholar and best-selling author Marcolongo discovers running. In this spirited, generous, and erudite book, she shares not only her scholarship but her own journey to understanding that a healthy body is a healthy mind.

Objev podobné jako The Art of Running - Andrea Marcolongo

Good behaviour is the beginning of great learning. All children deserve classrooms that are calm, safe spaces where everyone is treated with dignity. Creating that space is one of the most important things a teacher needs to be able to do. But all too often teachers begin their careers with the bare minimum of training â “ or worse, none. How students behave, socially and academically, dictates whether or not they will succeed or struggle in school. Every child comes to the classroom with different skills, habits, values and expectations of what to do. Thereâ ™s no point just telling a child to behave; behaviour must be taught. Behaviour is a curriculum. This simple truth is the beginning of creating a classroom culture where everyone flourishes, pupils and staff.Running the Room is the teacherâ ™s guide to behaviour. Practical, evidence informed, and based on the expertise of great teachers from around the world, it addresses the things teachers really need to know to build the classrooms children need. Bursting with strategies, tips and solid advice, it brings together the best of what we know and saves teachers, new or old, from reinventing the wheels of the classroom. Itâ ™s the book teachers have been waiting for.

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This is the story of the 40-year career in cricket ⠓ as player and coach ⠓ of Andy Moles. After finally breaking into the professional game at the age of 25, the man known to all as ⠘ Moler⠙ proved to be an outstanding opening batsman for his native Warwickshire where he won a cult following with supporters.

Objev podobné jako Around the World in 40 Years - Andy Moles, Geoffrey Dean

2,200 miles.47 days.One remarkable journey.In July 2015, ultramarathon legend Scott Jurek smashed the world record for running the Appalachian Trail, the sprawling mountain path that runs nearly the entire length of the United States. For nearly seven weeks straight, Jurek battled the elements to run, hike and stumble 50 miles every single day.A tale of mind-boggling physical exertion, pressure and endurance, North reveals the extraordinary lengths to which we can push our bodies and our minds.Instant New York Times Bestseller_____________â ˜Pure suspense, adventure, and inspiration . . . His story of plunging into the wilderness in pursuit of a dream is both heartwrenching and spellbinding.â ™ Christopher McDougall, author of Born to Runâ ˜Probably Americaâ ™s greatest ever ultrarunner.â ™ Guardianâ ˜Scott Jurekâ ™s record-setting journey on the Appalachian Trail was the most punishing, most demanding, most gruelling feat Iâ ™ve ever personally witnessed . . . An immersive and engaging book.â ™ Aron Ralston, author of 127 Hoursâ ˜Iâ ™m a huge fan . . . North is tremendous.â ™ Vassos Alexander, BBC Radio 2â ˜Undoubtedly the greatest ultrarunner of his generation.â ™ Independent

Objev podobné jako North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail - Scott Jurek

⠜An antidote to the veneer of perfectionism so often presented by books of its kind, Wabi-Sabi Welcome offers readers license to slow down and host guests with humility, intention, and contentment.⠝ ⠔Nathan Williams, founder of KinfolkWabi-Sabi Welcome is sharing a pot of tea with friends. It is preparing delicious food to nourish, not to show off. It⠙s keeping a basket of cozy slippers at the door for guests. It is well-worn linens, bouquets of foraged branches, mismatched silverware, and heirloom bowls infused with the spirit of meals served with love. In this lush entertaining manual, author Julie Pointer Adams invites readers into artful, easygoing homes around the world⠔in Denmark, California, France, Italy, and Japan⠔and teaches us how to turn the generous act of getting together into the deeper art of being together. In this book, readers will find: unexpected, thoughtful ideas and recipes from around the world; tips for creating an intimate, welcoming environment; guidelines for choosing enduring, natural decor for the home; and inspiring photographs from homes where wabi-sabi is woven into daily living.

Objev podobné jako Wabi-Sabi Welcome - Julie Pointer Adams

Written for leaders of high-growth companies, a framework for predicting and overcoming obstacles to scale successfully.  Growth is hard. CEOs must constantly evolve to make it through the gauntlet of never-ending challenges. This book is written for leaders like you who recognize that success depends upon harnessing your peopleÂ’s strengths to build a high-functioning and resilient organization.  A groundbreaking leadership framework. Authors Meg Thomas Crosby and Howard Cleveland have helped CEOs, board chairs, investors, and leadership teams achieve just that. In Running theGauntlet, the duo of veteran strategic advisors shows you  • how to predict and prepare for the challenges youÂ’ll encounter as your company moves through four stages of growth. • how to use key levers to proactively drive organizational growth including sharpening focus, calibrating culture, strengthening leadership, and elevating talent. • how to evolve your role as CEO as the organization becomes larger and more complex. • how to avoid the pitfalls that derail growth.  Growing a company is both excruciating and exhilarating. This practical model gives CEOs and leadership teams the tools to build sustainable organizations and survive the ruthless growth gauntlet.Â

Objev podobné jako Running the Gauntlet - Howard Cleveland, Meg Thomas Crosby

From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan s comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history, creators of beloved classics ranging from Spirited Away and My Neighbour Totoro to Ponyo and Kiki s Delivery Service.Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who s who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.

Objev podobné jako An Unofficial Guide to the World of Studio Ghibli - Michael Leader, Jake Cunningham

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: sports, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, business, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home. The 2024 edition of The World Almanac reviews the biggest events of 2023 and will be your go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Praised as a “treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information” by The Wall Street Journal, The World Almanac and Book of Facts will answer all of your trivia needs effortlessly.Features include:Special Feature: Election 2024: A new feature covers all voters need to know going into the 2024 presidential election season, including primary and caucus dates, candidate profiles, campaign finance numbers, and more. 2023—Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac list the top stories that held the world #39;s attention in 2023, from wildfires and earthquakes to Israel, Ukraine, and the U.S. Congress. 2023—Year in Sports: Hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics that are essential for any sports fan, featuring complete coverage of the 2022 FIFA Men #39;s World Cup, 2023 FIFA Women #39;s World Cup, and 2023 World Series. 2023—Year in Pictures: Striking full-color images from around the world in 2023, covering news, entertainment, science, and sports. 2023—Offbeat News Stories: The World Almanac editors found some of the strangest news stories of the year. World Almanac Editors #39; Picks: Time Capsule: The World Almanac lists the items that most came to symbolize the year 2023, including a Swiftie-created friendship bracelet and the House Speaker #39;s gavel. The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world. Other Highlights: Stats and graphics across dozens of chapters show how the pandemic continues to affect the economy, work, family life, education, and culture. Plus more new data to help understand the world, including housing costs, public schools and test scores, streaming TV and movie ratings, and much more.

Objev podobné jako The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2024 - Janssen Sarah

Explore our incredible world in this fun atlas for Minecraft fansFilled with marvellous ideas, tips, and tricks for creating your own Minecraft builds, this educational Minecraft book for kids is inspired by real-world locations and natural wonders. Full of fun facts about locations, objects and animals from around the world, this is more than just an atlas ⠓ it⠙s a treasure trove of exciting Minecraft build ideas inspired by the real world!Join two Minecraft characters for a guided tour around the globe and learn about real-world natural wildlife and wonders, including Mount Fuji and Machu Picchu, man-made structures and buildings such as The Great Sphinx of Giza and the Roman Colosseum.Dig into the real world in this one-of-a-kind Minecraft book for kids:FACTUAL AND EDUCATIONAL: The Minecraft Atlas of the World is developed in collaboration with experts in their fields, with reference information reviewed by educational professionals.FILLED WITH REAL-WORLD BUILD IDEAS: Contains hundreds of build ideas designed to inspire young Minecraft fans to boost their creativity.TRAVEL AROUND THE GLOBE FROM THE COMFORT OF HOME: Kids will learn real-world facts about history and geography as they marvel at the incredible Minecraft creations on every page.THE PERFECT MINECRAFT GIFT: A wonderful Minecraft resource for kids aged 7+.This children⠙s atlas is fully illustrated with Minecraft builds and packed with fascinating reference facts and information about the continents of the world. Learn about famous buildings and places, plants, animals, natural wonders, and much more. Plus, discover expert tips and creative ideas for recreating famous landmarks, maps, and locations within the Minecraft video game.Discover the world ⠓ then build it without leaving home!TM © Mojang AB.

Objev podobné jako Minecraft Atlas of the World - Craig Jelley

Learn about the rise of Adolf Hitler, Pearl Harbour and the D-Day Landings in The WWII Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about World War 2 in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and war experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The WWII Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of World War 2, with:- More than 100 ground-breaking ideas on the Second World War- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe World War II Book is the perfect introduction to the biggest war in history, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject, and politics and history students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you ll discover more than 90 of the key ideas and events during and surrounding the conflict, through exciting text and bold graphics. If you ve ever wanted to know the crucial events of World War 2 and the people behind them, this is the perfect book for you.Your World War 2 Questions, Simply ExplainedDiscover the key battles, tactics, technologies and turning points of the Second World War - the epic conflict that shaped the modern world. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the many events and key figures of World War 2, The WWII Book presents vital information in a clear layout. From Fascism in the 1930s to Pearl Harbour, Hitler and Nazi Germany to the bombing of Hiroshima - superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries will teach you all the main concepts. The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The WWII Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Objev podobné jako The World War II Book - DK

Follow one day in the real lives of seven kids from around the world! This informative and fascinating illustrated book is perfect for learning how children live across the globe.In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days—and this one world we all share—unites them. From Italy, Japan, Iran, and India to Peru, Uganda, and Russia, author Matt Lamonthe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book. Getting a glimpse into everyday routines across the culture map provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences.GEOGRAPHY FOR KIDS: Children who love learning about new cultures and customs will find a world of fascination in these pages. From food to sports to daily chores, this wonderful nonfiction book for kids features delightful illustrations that are accompanied, in a final section, by photographs of the featured children with their families. THE WAY THINGS WORK: Inspired by his own travels, author-illustrator Matt Lamonthe created this entertaining resource to educate children on the importance of similarities and differences, and to give them a unique look into the lives and everyday routines of other kids on earth. ORDINARY PEOPLE CHANGE THE WORLD: A little history of the world shows us that the importance of interconnectedness cannot be underestimated. This book is a treasure that combines the best of children #39;s picture books with a taste of cultural studies sized just right for young readers. Helps children understand the world more globally. —Charlotte News ObserverPerfect for: Parents or teachers looking for children #39;s books that explore the world Fans of National Geographic Kids magazine and other resources that explore geography and different world cultures Readers of books like Everything Everywhere: A Fact-Filled Adventure for Curious Globe-Trotters and Milo Imagines the World Pair with a child #39;s world atlas to create an inspiring and educational gift

Objev podobné jako This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World - Matt Lamothe

In this new, fully updated edition, expert author Francis Crosby traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role. The A–Z sections form an illustrated guide to over 170 fighter aircraft. The first covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets at the end of World War II, and the second focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet, aircraft from 1945 to the present day. Specification boxes for each aircraft provide information about the plane’s country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weight and performance. Also included is a glossary explaining aviation terms. Illustrated with 600 photographs, this is a key reference book for all aircraft enthusiasts.Aircraft designed to attack and destroy other aircraft have existed almost as long as military aviation. With the outbreak of World War I in 1914, aircraft designed specifically as fighters appeared. This book of fighter aircraft traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role.The first section covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets in action at the end of World War II. This section is brimming with information and often rare photographs of truly classic fighter aircraft including the Bristol Fighter, Spit re and P-51 Mustang. The second section of the book focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet aircraft from 1945 to the present day, and includes the MiG-15, Hunter, Harrier and F-15 Eagle. Detailed specification boxes are featured for every aircraft listed. These contain up-to-date information, including country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weights and performance.This splendidly illustrated book, with many previously unpublished pictures from the Imperial War Museum Photograph Archive, is a must-have reference book for everyone interested in the aircraft that have helped make history.

Objev podobné jako Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of - Francis Crosby

Every Child Who Has Access to a Smartphone, Tablet, Computer, or Video Games is at Risk!But NOW You Can Help Keep Them Safe.Would you ever consider putting your child on a plane and sending them to a foreign country alone? Of course, you wouldn t. And while that seems like an extreme example...guess what, mom and dad-that s exactly what you do when you hand your child a device without preparation. There are hundreds of millions of users on any given platform on any given day. Suffice it to say, when you give your child access to the online world, you give the world access to your child. The most dangerous neighborhood for your child to be in is in your own house, online. --Eleanor Gaetan, Director of Public Policy at the National Center on Sexual ExploitationAside from the half-million predators targeting millions upon millions of kids each day, drug dealers, pornography, sextortion, cyberbullying, gaming addiction are all threats to our children. While most experts agree that you should just keep your kids off the internet, in today s world, that s almost impossible.Technology will find it s way into your child s life and so parents, we must prepare our children for this world so we can keep them healthy and safe.Finally--A Solution Parents Love That Kids Can Live With!This is the first book with a plan designed to keep kids safe anywhere they go online! In The Online World: What You Think You Know and What You Don t Rania Mankarious, Public Safety Expert and CEO of Crime Stoppers Houston, pulls back the curtain to the online world and helps parents take all the intangible gray space that can seem so overwhelming, and turn it into defined territories with boundaries to protect our tweens and teens. In this book, Rania shares her 4-Tool Strategy that will guide you and your child through real discussions about how to safely navigate the online world. Tool #1 Will: Define with clarity your child s purpose for being online and how they will portray themselves to the online community. Tool #2 Will: Pull back the curtain on who really is in your child s online community, and how to recognize the three red flags everyone should be aware of.Tool #3 Will: Make your child aware of the many internal and external dangers of the online world, and develop an exit strategy so they are prepared when a threat comes their way.Tool #4 Will: Teach your child what it means to post safely-and give them a framework they will be excited to follow!What Rania has discovered is that if we focus on these four areas, and empower our kids with knowledge and strategy, we can address ALL the possible areas of online concern for parents. Best of all, these solutions will stand over time, regardless of how the landscape of the online world changes. Order your copy today and protect the kids you love!

Objev podobné jako The Online World, What You Think You Know and What You Don

From legendary investor Ray Dalio, author of the international bestseller Principles, who has spent half a century studying global economies and markets, Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order examines history’s most turbulent economic and political periods to reveal why the times ahead will likely be radically different from those we’ve experienced in our lifetimes - but similar to those that have happened many times before. A few years ago, Ray Dalio noticed a confluence of political and economic conditions he hadn’t encountered before. They included huge debts and zero or near-zero interest rates that led to massive printing of money in the world’s three major reserve currencies; big political and social conflicts within countries, especially the US, due to the largest wealth, political and values disparities in more than 100 years; and the rising of a world power (China) to challenge the existing world power (US) and the existing world order. The last time that this confluence occurred was between 1930 and 1945. This realisation sent Dalio on a search for the repeating patterns and cause/effect relationships underlying all major changes in wealth and power over the last 500 years. In this remarkable and timely addition to his Principles series, Dalio brings readers along for his study of the major empires - including the Dutch, the British and the American - putting into perspective the #39;Big Cycle #39; that has driven the successes and failures of all the world’s major countries throughout history.Dalio reveals the timeless and universal forces behind these shifts and uses them to look into the future, offering practical principles for positioning oneself for what’s ahead.

Objev podobné jako Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order - Ray Dalio