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Book of Longing is Leonard Cohen s astonishing new collection of poems, the first since Book of Mercy was published nearly three decades ago.Leonard Cohen made his name as a poet before he came to worldwide attention as a singer and songwriter. Book of Longing, his new collection of poetry, was twenty years in the making and written in Montreal, Mumbai and during his retirement in Mt Baldy. Enhanced by Cohen s own playful and provocative illustrations, these poems show the full range of one of the most influential and enigmatic writers of his generation. Awe-inspiring. . . Cohen emerges as the wry, sensual mystic his champions have always known he was Sunday Telegraph Exceptional. Clear yet steamy, cosmic yet private, both playful and profound. . . as soulful a credo as he has ever put on paper New York Times Playful, colourful, erotic. . . brilliant and sharp as flint Big Issue Dazzling Sunday Herald The best bring an ironic, world-weary sensibility to bear on themes of ageing, sex, sensuality and spirituality Financial Times A fine book of poems Time Out Cohen maps this wasteland of the heart with humour, and sometimes anger IndependentCohen s career began in 1956 with the publication of Let Us Compare Mythologies, and he has since published nine books of poems, and has made numerous internationally successful recordings. In a career spanning fifty years, Leonard Cohen has become one of the western world s most popular and innovative creative artists.

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The poems in Book of Mercy brim with praise, despair, anger, doubt and trust. Speaking from the heart of the modern world, yet in tones that resonate with an older devotional tradition, these verses give voice to our deepest, most powerful intuitions.Internationally celebrated for his writing and his music, Leonard Cohen is revered as one of the greatest writers, performers, and most consistently daring artists of the last hundred years.

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AN OBSERVER BOOK OF THE YEARBefore Hallelujah , Suzanne and Famous Blue Raincoat , the young Leonard Cohen was a gifted writer of prose. In this previously unpublished work, readers will discover the magic that animated Cohen s unique voice was present from the very beginning. A Ballet of Lepers comprises Cohen s first novel and short stories, written between 1956 in Montreal and 1961, when he had settled on the island of Hydra in Greece. The titular story follows a reclusive man whose life is invigorated when his grandfather comes to live with him. The book explores themes that would permeate Cohen s later work, from shame and unworthiness to sexual desire and longing. Meditative, surprising and provocative, A Ballet of Lepers reveals the great artist like never before.

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Harry Freedman uncovers the spiritual traditions that lie behind Leonard Cohen s profound and unmistakable lyrics. The singer and poet Leonard Cohen was deeply learned in Judaism and Christianity, the spiritual traditions that underpinned his self-identity and the way he made sense of the world.In this book Harry Freedman, a leading author of cultural and religious history, explores the mystical and spiritual sources Cohen drew upon, discusses their original context and the stories and ideas behind them. Cohen s music is studded with allusions to Jewish and Christian tradition, to stories and ideas drawn from the Bible, Talmud and Kabbalah. From his 1967 classic Suzanne, through masterpieces like Hallelujah and Who by Fire, to his final challenge to the divinity, You Want It Darker he drew on spirituality for inspiration and as a tool to create understanding, clarity and beauty.Born into a prominent and scholarly Jewish family in Montreal, Canada, Cohen originally aspired to become a poet, before turning to song writing and eventually recording his own compositions. Later, he became immersed in Zen Buddhism, moving in 1990 to a Zen monastery on Mount Baldy, California where he remained for some years. He died, with immaculate timing, on the day before Donald Trump was elected in 2016, leaving behind him a legacy that will be felt for generations to come.Leonard Cohen: The Mystical Roots of Genius looks deeply into the imagination of one of the greatest singers and lyricists of our time, providing a window on the landscape of his soul. Departing from traditional biographical approaches, Freedman explores song by song how Cohen reworked myths and prayers, legends and allegories with an index of songs at the end of the book for readers to search by their favourites. By the end the reader will be left with a powerful understanding of Cohen s story, together with a far broader insight into the mystical origins of his inimitable work.

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Hudební CD - Songs of Leonard Cohen je debutové album kanadského folkového písničkáře Leonarda Cohena, vydané 27. prosince 1967. Songs of Leonard Cohen je debutové album kanadského folkového písničkáře Leonarda Cohena, vydané 27. prosince 1967. Rok vydání : 1967 (1.album) Rok reedice : 2009 Seznam stop CD Suzanne / Master Song / Winter Lady / The Stranger Song / Sisters of Mercy / So Long, Marianne / Hey, That #039;s No Way to Say Goodbye / Stories of the Street / Teachers / One of Us Cannot Be Wrong bonus Store Room / Blessed Is The Memory

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An enigma, Leonard Norman Cohen was possibly the most improbable bohemian intellectual songwriter/singer in music history. He was certainly the working-class hero, the peoples’ poet, the suicidal lamenter of doom and the purveyor of popular songs. But the truth is even more complex. Throughout his life, there were juxtapositions of the most unlikely life choices and influences. To have fashioned a mishmash of ideas, styles and influences into a successful, long-lasting musical career is nothing short of amazing. He blended secular, mystical, sexual and religious themes into ambiguous poetic tapestries and devised an intricate, unique musical style. He possessed a deep baritone voice that, although mesmerising, was sometimes in danger of sounding monotonous. Leonard was able to fuse these elements into a distinctive amalgam that somehow worked on many levels. He did not look the part, play the game or conform to any rules, but Leonard touched hearts and minds all over the world, while writing some remarkable songs, including ‘Halleluyah’ and ‘Suzanne’. Focusing equally on this popular early albums, his more experimental mid-period and his final, late-career renaissance, this book analyses and interprets every album and every individual song to shed light on the phenomenon of Leonard Cohen.

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Leonard Cohen has aimed high: to be all Jewish heroes at once. Like Jacob, he struggled with angels. Like David, he sang psalms and seduced women. Like Abraham, he moved from place to place and remained a stranger everywhere. But he never ceased doing what he did best: stepping into avalanches and reviving our hearts. From Montreal and New York to the Greek island of Hydra, Leonard Cohen: The Man Who Saw the Angels Fall follows the singer⠙s cosmopolitan life and examines his perpetual dialogues with God, with himself, and with hotel rooms.After twenty years of research, Christophe Lebold, who spent time with the poet in Los Angeles, delivers a stimulating analysis of Cohen⠙s life and art. Gracefully blending biography and essay, he interrogates the mission the singer had set out for himself: to show us that darkness is just the flip side of light. The first edition of my book was published in French in late 2013 to good reviews and few readers. Then came 2014. Leonard tells me that if we must meet, it should be soon. He tells me why. A few months later, I am on a plane to Los Angeles.From the first minute, we spoke like old friends, sometimes until late at night. Although he was not well, he let me watch him live for a little. We said things to each other that I can⠙t repeat. It is not that they are secret; they are just very delicate. Like butterflies or hummingbirds. To repeat them would destroy them.We met again in Los Angeles two months later (he seemed in much better shape). We spent a last afternoon together; we hung out; we had a laugh; smoked a cigarette. And it was time to go.We stayed in touch. We were now friends. In his emails, he always talked about his health as an amusing detail, a little whim of the body. Two weeks before his death, I got a last, humorous, loving email warning me that the ⠜body ferociously insists on gravitational rights.⠝ A little nod at my theme of the fall of men and angels. And then, he left. It broke my heart, of course, but that⠙s what hearts are for.

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Learn about the incredible life of Leonard Cohen, the inspiring singer-songwriter who shared songs about hope, love, loss and everything that makes us human.Little Leonard grew up in Montréal, Canada, and was a child who delighted in the world around him. From roses with too-long stems, to birds chirping on a rusty wire, he noticed the beauty in things that others might miss. His trips to the synagogue were a source of wonder, too. Leonard listened in awe to the songs and stories – moved by their messages and timeless narratives.When Leonard was nine, his father sadly died. To cope with the loss, he began writing poems, and soon realised how important it was for him to express his feelings through art. As an adult, his search for poetic inspiration led him to London and Greece until, finally, he settled in New York City. He was influenced by the city s music scene and decided to turn his hand to writing songs. His haunting melodies and powerful lyrics gained him a following and he was soon a household name.Most known for his beautiful ballad, Hallelujah, Leonard became one of the most iconic artists of all time through a music career that lasted almost fifty years. 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 musician 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 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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Kniha - autor Leonard Cohen, 246 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá This anthology contains a cross-section covering his career, including such legendary songs as 'Suzanne', 'Sisters of Mercy', 'Bird on the Wire', 'Famous Blue Raincoat' and 'I'm Your Man' and searingly memorable poems from many collections including Flowers for Hitler, Beautiful Losers and Death of a Lady's Man. Encompassing the erotic and the melancholy, the mystical and the sardonic, this volume showcases a writer of dazzling intelligence and live-wire emotional immediacy.Read more at https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/1090125/leonard-cohen-poems/#efKbuHVYaLiZOiSr.99

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Elektronická kniha - autor Liel Leibovitz, 216 stran V úvodu ke své knize, v originále nazvané podle jedné z Cohenových neslavnějších písní A Broken Hallelujah, Liel Leibovitz upozorňuje, že se ve skutečnosti nejedná o životopis, jako spíše o filosofické zamyšlení nad Cohenovým dílem. Základní etapy umělcova života jsou samozřejmě načrtnuty, jádrem knihy je však něco jiného. Autor pátrá po oné „nadčasovosti“ a hluboké pravdivosti, díky nimž má hudebník, spisovatel, filosof a básník L. Cohen nejširšímu publiku stále co říci, a snaží se zodpovědět některé otázky, například: Čím to, že je Leonard Cohen už téměř šedesát let uznávaný a obdivovaný? Čím to, že když vejde na pódium, nabitý sál ztichne a všichni čekají se zatajeným dechem? V konfrontaci s dobou se Leibovitz zabývá i dílem některých zpěváků a rockových skupin, které se v Cohenově „éře“ spolupodílely na utváření měřítek, s nimiž se Cohen musel vyrovnávat a kterým ne vždy vyhovoval. Na rozdíl od nich se...

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Audiokniha MP3 - autor Leil Liebovitz, čte Zbyšek Horák Filosofické zamyšlení nad Cohenovým dílemV úvodu ke své knize, v originále nazvané podle jedné z Cohenových neslavnějších písní A Broken Hallelujah, Liel Leibovitz upozorňuje, že se ve skutečnosti nejedná o životopis, jako spíše o filosofické zamyšlení nad Cohenovým dílem.Základní etapy umělcova života jsou samozřejmě načrtnuty, jádrem knihy je však něco jiného. Autor pátrá po oné „nadčasovosti“ a hluboké pravdivosti, díky nimž má hudebník, spisovatel, filosof a básník L. Cohen nejširšímu publiku stále co říci, a snaží se zodpovědět některé otázky, například: Čím to, že je Leonard Cohen už téměř šedesát let uznávaný a obdivovaný? Čím to, že když vejde na pódium, nabitý sál ztichne a všichni čekají se zatajeným dechem?V konfrontaci s dobou se Leibovitz zabývá i dílem některých zpěváků a rockových skupin, které se v Cohenově „éře“ spolupodíleli na utváření měřítek, s nimiž se Cohen musel vyrovnávat a kterým...

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Sbírka písňových textů, básní a deníkových záznamů Leonarda Cohena nazvaná Plamen sice vyšla až po autorově smrti, na jejím uspořádání se však velký kanadský písničkář a básník výrazně podílel - do jisté míry tak lze knihu považovat za jeho umělecký testament. A testament je to vskutku velkolepý a reprezentativní, Cohen se nám tu představuje ve všech svých polohách, od meditativních, lyrických zamyšlení přes propastný smutek po poťouchle humorné pasáže či mrazivě sarkastické šlehy. Vítaným zpestřením jsou autorovy vlastní ilustrace. Kniha vychází v převodu Miroslava Jindry, cohenovského specialisty a legendy českého uměleckého překladu. Leonard Cohen je stejně velký básník jako písničkář. Guardian Zcela jedinečné; Cohenovo dílo nelze napodobit, ať se o to kdokoli snaží sebevíc. Nick Cave

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First published in 1956 when he was twenty-two years old, Let Us Compare Mythologies is Leonard Cohen s first collection of poetry. It is an accomplished and passionate collection which demonstrates Cohen s remarkably assured voice, even as a young man.An unprecedented debut published to immediate acclaim, new generations of readers will now rediscover not only the early work of one of our most beloved writers, but poetry that resonates loudly with relevance today.

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Spisovatel, zpěvák, písničkář - to všechno je Leonard Cohen. Kniha toužení je však sbírkou básní a dodejme tedy k seznamu Cohenových profesí, že je básník, a to básník v Čechách nikoliv neznámý (sbírky Smrt muže, který patřil jedné ženě, Výbor z poezie, Květiny pro Hitlera...). Sbírka vznikala od 90. let do současnosti, z velké části v zenbuddhistickém klášteře na hoře Mt. Baldy v Kalifornii. Tuto horu, jak praví encyklopedický slovník, navštěvují obvykle zkušení lyžaři, které láká technická nesnadnost zdejších sjezdovek . Zkušený mistr slova Cohen zde v tiché kontemplaci pět let působil jako kuchař a tajemník svého duchovního učitele Sasaki Roshiho. Rozhovory se zde netrpí, řekl později. Ke komunikaci obyvatel kláštera sloužila převážně gesta a zvuky zvonků, řehtaček a klapaček. O to větší soustředění nalezl na psaní písňových textů a básní na svá obvyklá témata: láska, B-h, židovství, stáří, smrt.

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Kniha - autor Liel Leibovitz, 216 stran, česky, pevná s přebalem lesklá „Legendy nás uvádějí v úžas, ale knih, které nad Leonardem Cohenem jen žasnou, bylo napsáno dost. Tahle kniha navíc výtečně uvažuje o jeho osudu a díle. Hledá pro ně souvislosti, a to hlavně ve sféře duchovní a kulturní. Tím pádem se v knize píše o tom, co je u Cohena zásadní: o prorocích i producentech, Hanně Arendtové i Joni Mitchellové, Lorcově poezii i hostech z hotelu Chelsea. Tajemství tvorby se tu jak ctí, tak dešifruje – takže alelujá.“ Pavel Klusák, publicista a kritik

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„Legendy nás uvádějí v úžas, ale knih, které nad Leonardem Cohenem jen žasnou, bylo napsáno dost. Tahle kniha navíc výtečně uvažuje o jeho osudu a díle. Hledá pro ně souvislosti, a to hlavně ve sféře duchovní a kulturní. Tím pádem se v knize píše o tom, co je u Cohena zásadní: o prorocích i producentech, Hanně Arendtové i Joni Mitchellové, Lorcově poezii i hostech z hotelu Chelsea. Tajemství tvorby se tu jak ctí, tak dešifruje – takže alelujá.“ Pavel Klusák, publicista a kritik

Objev podobné jako Leonard Cohen. Život, hudba a vykoupení - Liel Leibovitz

Leonard Cohen je znám především jako skvělý písničkář a textař, jeho prózy si však s jeho hudební tvorbou co do kvality nijak nezadají - nejlepším důkazem je román Nádherní poražení z roku 1966, smělá, exaltovaná, erotizující vize, v níž se mísí sakrální a profánní podobným způsobem jako v těch nejlepších písních kanadského barda. Bezejmenný vypravěč nám tu líčí tragický milostný trojúhelník z Montrealu šedesátých let, zvláštně propojený s příběhem irokézské světice ze 17. století; jeho vyprávění šokuje svou upřímností, nevyhýbá se ani těm nejintimnějším záležitostem a nejskrytějším hnutím mysli, překypuje smutkem a mystickými vidinami a nabízí překvapivé vykoupení.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARD FOR POETRYThe Flame is the final work from Leonard Cohen, the revered poet and musician whose fans span generations and whose work is celebrated throughout the world. Featuring poems, excerpts from his private notebooks, lyrics, and hand-drawn self-portraits, The Flame offers an intimate look inside the life and mind of a singular artist.A reckoning with a life lived deeply and passionately, with wit and panache, this collection is a valedictory work.

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Every night, above our heads, a drama of epic proportions is playing out. Diamond planets, zombie stars, black holes heavier than a billion Suns. The cast of characters is extraordinary, and each one has its own incredible story to tell.We once thought of our Earth as unique, but we have now discovered thousands of alien planets, and that s barely a fraction of the worlds that are out there. And there are more stars in the Universe than grains of sand on every planet in the Solar System. But amid all this vastness, the Milky Way Galaxy, our Sun and the Earth are home to the only known life in the Universe - at least for now.With a foreword from Professor Brian Cox, and access to all the latest stunning NASA photography, Andrew Cohen takes readers on a voyage of discovery, via the probes and telescopes exploring the outer reaches of our galaxy, revealing how it was formed and how it will inevitably be destroyed by the enigmatic black hole at its heart. And beyond our galaxy, the expanding Universe, which holds clues to the biggest mystery of all - how did it all begin? We now know more about those first moments of existence than we ever thought possible, and hidden in this story of how it all began are the clues to the fate of the Universe itself and everything in it.

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Leonarda Cohena zná celý svět především jako hudebníka a zpěváka; ne každý už však ví, že geniální kanadský písničkář měl původně literární ambice. Právě o tom vypráví jeho prvotina z roku 1963 - silně autobiografický román Oblíbená hra, po němž Cohen o tři roky později vydal už jen knihu Nádherní poražení a svoji romanopiseckou dráhu uzavřel. Oblíbená hra je barevnou mozaikou sestávající z drobných epizod, které pojednávají o dospívání a raném mužném věku bohatého židovského mladíka z Montrealu jménem Breavman. Vzpomínky z dětství se prolínají s rozhovory s protagonistovou dívkou Shell, s líčením jeho vztahu s dlouholetým kamarádem Krantzem či matematickým maniakem a božím prosťáčkem Martinem. Ač mu všichni slouží jako inspirace na cestě k umění, na to, aby se stal umělcem, je musí nakonec opustit a vyrazit do světa na vlastní pěst.

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One of the best-known experimental novels of the 1960s, this uninhibited tale centres on the hapless members of a love triangle, and their sexual obsession and shared fascination with a mythic saint.Revolving around four central â “ and intrinsically flawed â “ characters, â ˜Beautiful Losersâ ™ is the frank and humorous story of a nameless narrator, his wife Edith, their domineering friend and mentor â ˜Fâ ™ and Catherine Tekakwitha, a mythic 17th-century Mohawk virgin saint. The complexities of this three-way love, pain and lust are sent spiralling by the death of Edith and â ˜Fâ ™ at the novelâ ™s start, leading the damaged narrator to question the nature of love, sexuality and spirituality in a series of explicit flashbacks.The extraordinary and inimitable singer-songwriterâ ™s classic novel, this is Leonard Cohenâ ™s most critically acclaimed literary work, echoing the dark poetry and wry humour of his timeless songs of loss, love, sex and religion.Not just an extremely funny novel, but an incredibly original and explicit examination of friendship, sex and spirituality.

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In this sure-to-be-headline-making book, the legendary Mossad director likened to the real-life James Bond explains how Israel has not only survived by thrived—and will continue to do so despite seemingly insurmountable odds. A ninth-generation Israeli-born Jew, Yossi Cohen has dedicated his life to defending his nation. In this exhilarating book he unveils the clandestine strategies that have enabled Israel to not just survive but flourish since its founding in 1949, despite being surrounded and attacked by deadly adversaries. The Sword of Freedom is an eye-opening insider s look into Israel’s transformation from a beleaguered nation to a formidable presence on the global stage.Israel s prosperity is rooted in smart strategies, carefully chosen alliances, and a society-wide understanding that there is no Plan B for the Jewish people. “It’s the job of the Israeli defense establishment to do whatever it can to put off the next war for as long as possible,” Cohen explains, “including using covert means.” Drawing from his vast experience in intelligence and national security, Cohen chronicles how Israel has consistently turned adversity into opportunity, brilliantly leveraging limited resources to maximum effect, using a range of strategies including:Questioning all information from all sourcesFocusing on human intelligence (HUMINT) over other forms of spy craftWinning before the battle begins by instilling fear in enemiesMaintaining working relationships with challenging allies, including Russia and Saudi ArabiaA testament to his unwavering commitment to truth, accountability, and the use of decisive action, The Sword of Freedom celebrates Israel’s victories and presents a road map for winning in the future.

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The most complete survey of his lifetime of photography. ⠓ The Guardian. With a camera as his backstage pass, Herman Leonard photographed the giants of jazz in their golden age, movie stars on set and on their travels to exotic places, the fashion world of Paris in the 1960s, and the inner sanctums of his beloved New Orleans.This exquisite book, published in a new edition with a beautiful updated cover, is the only full treatment of this extraordinary life and distinctive body of work and gives Leonard⠙s photographs the artistic recognition that they deserve. The greater part of the book consists of his legendary shots of musicians, but uniquely among volumes on Herman Leonard it presents the whole range of his work, including travel, war, celebrity, fashion, and nude photography, while there are also chapters on the images of his early and late periods. It includes rare portraits of the cultural icons of his day, such as Marilyn Monroe on an elephant in the circus, and Albert Einstein at his desk. He was a superb portrait photographer, having learned as a young apprentice to the great Yousuf Karsh of Ottawa.Above all, he is best known for his jazz images. In a fascinating essay, David Houston reveals how Leonard s friendships with jazz greats such as Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie and Duke Ellington allowed him to capture the magical moments of the Harlem and Paris jazz clubs in the 1940s and 50s, using his unique command of cinematic lighting to capture their essence as performers. As Quincy Jones writes in the Foreword, When people think of jazz, their mental picture is likely one of Herman s.

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In The Collapse of Parenting, internationally acclaimed author Leonard Sax argues that rising levels of obesity, depression, and anxiety among young people can be traced to parents abdicating their authority. The result is children who have no standard of right and wrong, who lack discipline, and who look to their peers and the Internet for direction. Sax shows how parents must reassert their authority - by limiting time with screens, by encouraging better habits at the dinner table, and by teaching humility and perspective - to renew their relationships with their children. Drawing on nearly thirty years of experience as a family physician and psychologist, along with hundreds of interviews with children, parents, and teachers, Sax offers a blueprint parents can use to help their children thrive in an increasingly complicated world.

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Simon Baron-Cohen s The Essential Difference: Men, Women and the Extreme Male Brain is an unflinching look at the scientific evidence behind the innate sex differences of the mind. Men and women have always seemed to think in entirely different ways, from conversation and communication to games and gadgets. But are these differences created by society, or do our minds come ready-wired one way or another, with female brains tending towards interaction and male towards organisation? And could this mean that autism - rather than being a mental anomaly - is in fact simply an extreme male brain? Why are female brains better at empathasing? How are male brains designed to analyse systems? And what really makes men and women different? Simon Baron-Cohen explores list-making, lying and two decades of research in a ground-breaking examination of how our brains can be male or female but always completely fascinating. Compelling ... Inspiring Guardian This is no Mars/Venus whimsy, but the conclusion from twenty years of experiment Evening Standard A devastating contribution to the gender debate Mail on Sunday A fascinating, thought-provoking book Observer Simon Baron-Cohen is Professor at Cambridge University in the fields of psychology and psychiatry. He is also the Director of Cambridge s internationally renowned Autism Research Centre. He has carried out research into social neuroscience over a career spanning twenty years. He is the author of Mindblindness and Zero Degrees of Empathy.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the first content creator to interview President Biden, leading progressive voice Brian Tyler Cohen takes a step back from the day-to-day news cycle to explain how American politics has turned into such a dumpster fire⠔and what Democrats need to do to get us out of it. In Shameless, Brian Tyler Cohen lays bare the long con of the modern Republican Party. While the radical right continues hiding behind gaslighting maneuvers, artificial slogans, and hollow catchphrases, Cohen⠙s unflinching narrative illuminates the realities and dangers of the ever-widening gulf between the vaunted Republican brand and their actual behavior. With a foreword by Congressman Jamie Raskin, drawing on interviews and insights from Pete Buttigieg, Mehdi Hasan, Jen Psaki, and other luminaries of the Left, Cohen reveals:How Republicans have leaned on their histor­ical branding to give themselves a permission structure to behave antithetically to everything they say;Why the mainstream media has proved itself a willing participant in this ongoing farce⠔ particularly since the rise of toxic, sensational­ist MAGA mania; andWhat lessons Democrats can glean from a clear-eyed view of the landscape we⠙re operating in⠔and the steps we must take to rebalance our political landscape. During this all-hands-on-deck moment in our his­tory, Shameless is essential reading for those seeking to understand our dire situation, and a rallying cry for those fighting to preserve democracy.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the first content creator to interview President Biden, leading progressive voice Brian Tyler Cohen takes a step back from the day-to-day news cycle to explain how American politics has turned into such a dumpster fire—and what Democrats need to do to get us out of it.In Shameless, Brian Tyler Cohen lays bare the long con of the modern Republican Party. While the radical right continues hiding behind gaslighting maneuvers, artificial slogans, and hollow catchphrases, Cohen’s unflinching narrative illuminates the realities and dangers of the ever-widening gulf between the vaunted Republican brand and their actual behavior.With a foreword by Congressman Jamie Raskin, drawing on interviews and insights from Pete Buttigieg, Mehdi Hasan, Jen Psaki, and other luminaries of the Left, Cohen reveals:How Republicans have leaned on their histor­ical branding to give themselves a permission structure to behave antithetically to everything they say;Why the mainstream media has proved itself a willing participant in this ongoing farce— particularly since the rise of toxic, sensational­ist MAGA mania; andWhat lessons Democrats can glean from a clear-eyed view of the landscape we’re operating in—and the steps we must take to rebalance our political landscape.During this all-hands-on-deck moment in our his­tory, Shameless is essential reading for those seeking to understand our dire situation, and a rallying cry for those fighting to preserve democracy.

Objev podobné jako Shameless - Brian Tyler Cohen

This bold and vibrant volume celebrates the analog color work of one of Americaâ ™s greatest street photographers. Gritty and unflinching, the photographs of Mark Cohen depict raw, fragmented details of urban life in vivid color. One of the best photographers of his generation, Cohen started out in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania in the mid-1960s. His work often focuses on details or isolated body parts rather than conventional portraits. This volumeâ ”brilliantly edited and captioned by photographic historian Phillip Prodgerâ ” showcases fifty years of Cohenâ ™s work. Luminous full-page images, printed in gorgeous color, allow readers to appreciate how Cohen used powerful contrasts and rich hues to capture raw emotions and fleeting moments with striking clarity. With the renewed interest in early analog color photography, Mark Cohenâ ™s work stands out for its intrepid chromaticity, unconventional compositions, and gift for conveying the essence of his subjects and environments with intimacy and authenticity.

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CHOSEN AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE GUARDIAN, DAILY TELEGRAPH, NEW STATESMAN AND BBC SCIENCE FOCUS An intimate, unique, and inspiring perspective on the life and work of one of the greatest minds of our time. Filled with insight, humour, and never-before-told stories, it s a view of Stephen Hawking that few have seen and all will appreciate James Clear, author of Atomic Habits An icon of the last fifty years, Stephen Hawking seems to encapsulate genius: not since Albert Einstein has a scientific figure held such a position in popular consciousness. In this enthralling memoir, writer and physicist Leonard Mlodinow tells the story of his friend and their collaboration, offering an intimate account of this giant of science. The two met in 2003, when Stephen asked Leonard if he would consider writing a book with him, the follow up to the bestselling A Brief History of Time. As they spent years working on a second book, The Grand Design, they forged a deep connection and Leonard gained a much better understanding of Stephen s daily life and struggles -- as well as his compassion and good humour. Together they obsessed over the perfect sentence, debated the physics, and occasionally punted on Cambridge s waterways with champagne and strawberries. In time, Leonard was able to finish Stephen s jokes, chide his sporadic mischief, and learn how the hardships of his illness helped forge that unique perspective on the universe. By weaving together their shared story with a clear-sighted portrayal of Hawking s scientific achievements, Mlodinow creates a beautiful portrait of Stephen Hawking as a brilliant, impish and generous man whose life was not only exceptional but also genuinely inspiring.

Objev podobné jako Stephen Hawking : Friendship and Physics - Leonard Mlodinow

The Banquet of the Winding Wine ends with one nobleman falling asleep warm in his bed. When he wakes, he’s shackled as a prisoner in the Northern Domain of Tealspire, feared by all as an archfiend! However, he’s not the only one who’s just woken up.Floating on the Boundless Sea is an impenetrable prison thirty-three stories tall where the damned rot and demons perish: the Northern Domain of Tealspire. It’s at the very top of the spire that Wu Xingxue has just awakened on a dead tree in the middle of a deep, blue lake, rinsing strange blood off his hands. Nearby, he hears the sound of metal clanging. Not only is he disoriented after a night of revelry and ambrosia, but he’s now an archfiend shackled in chains?! Clearly, he is no longer living a life of luxury as a nobleman in Magpie Haven.Yet it’s not all bad news for this bewildered demon. With a stroke of luck, his awakening rouses the legendary Tianxiu Immortal, Xiao Fuxuan—a mysterious being who has the power to levy justice, all while bearing the word “absolution” upon his neck. It’s in the nick of time too, as they must team up to escape as Tealspire crumbles around them.Still, the mysteries don’t stop there. The two must uncover why Tealspire collapsed, what happened to Wu Xingxue’s former life in Magpie Haven, how he woke up as archfiend, and just who the Tianxiu Immortal, Xiao Fuxuan, really is. Interwoven with Mu Su Li’s signature humor, this genre-defying tale dives deep into the nature of good versus evil—and will make you believe in a love that can last forever!

Objev podobné jako Three Hundred Years of Longing: Bu Jian Shang Xian San Bai Nian (Novel) Vol. 1 - Mu Su Li

THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who spends Christmas Day counting the minutes until the Boxing Day sales start.__________________________________ There are two important days at Christmas.There is Christmas Day, when everyone is jolly and hungry and very pleased to see each other.And there is Boxing Day __________________________________ Jonathan and Oriane have gone for a Boxing Day walk with Transformers the dog.Walking is healthy. It will help them digest their dinner.And by the time they get home, Jonathan s father might have finished being racist and fallen asleep in his liquorice allsorts. __________________________________This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Hilarious StylistOther new titles for Autumn 2017: How it Works: The Brother How it Works: The Sister The Ladybird Book of the Ex The Ladybird Book of the Nerd The Ladybird Book of the New You The Ladybird Book of Balls The Ladybird Book of the Big Night Out The Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night In People at Work: The Rock Star Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum How it Works: The Dad The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster How it Works: The Student How it Works: The Cat How it Works: The Dog How it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of Red Tape The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door The Ladybird Book of the Sickie The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

Objev podobné jako The Ladybird Book of Boxing Day - Jason Hazeley, Joel Morris

THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who not only loves watching their favourite TV series over and over, but also enjoys reading online forums about their favourite TV series over and over.__________________________________ This is a nerd.He has a PhD and works in the biochemistry lab of a university hospital. But this is not what makes him a nerd.His catalogued and indexed collection of over 6,000 empty crisp packets does that. __________________________________ These nerds have paid money to see a film they think is terrible and have seen at least thirty times before. They are having the most fun they can possibly have. __________________________________This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Hilarious StylistOther new titles for Autumn 2017:How it Works: The BrotherHow it Works: The SisterHow it Works: The Baby The Ladybird Book of the ExThe Ladybird Book of the New YouThe Ladybird Book of BallsThe Ladybird Book of the Big Night OutThe Ladybird Book of the Quiet Night InPeople at Work: The Rock Star A Ladybird First Grown-Up Picture Book Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The HusbandHow it Works: The WifeHow it Works: The MumHow it Works: The DadThe Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life CrisisThe Ladybird Book of the HangoverThe Ladybird Book of MindfulnessThe Ladybird Book of the ShedThe Ladybird Book of DatingThe Ladybird Book of the HipsterHow it Works: The StudentHow it Works: The CatHow it Works: The DogHow it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of Red TapeThe Ladybird Book of the People Next DoorThe Ladybird Book of the SickieThe Ladybird Book of the Zombie ApocalypseThe Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder

Objev podobné jako The Ladybird Book of The Nerd - Jason Hazeley, Joel Morris

The third book in the SEASONS series by the author of the AFTER DARK trilogy - a provocatively thrilling and romantic story of desire, submission and love.All Summer Hammond has ever wanted is love and security. Now, she feels terribly alone. Her sisters Freya and Flora are consumed with their love affairs, and worse than that, their father has finally lost patience with his wayward daughters, deciding he will cut them off financially for good.The shock of rejection hits Summer hard and she decamps to LA, where she meets Jack Fiori, a gorgeous Italian American. The attraction between them is unmistakable and when Jack invites Summer on a trip to Vegas, just the two of them, she eagerly accepts. But it soon becomes clear that the trip was a ruse. To her horror, Summer realises she s been kidnapped. But Jack won t listen to her explain she s no longer an heiress. For a kidnapper, he seems curiously uninterested in money.Summer is sure that Jack isn t going to hurt her, but she needs to find out why this is happening. Gradually, the intensity between them builds to levels neither of them can resist. And Summer will find out the secret of why Jack has brought her here and what he hopes to gain...

Objev podobné jako Season of Longing - Sadie Matthews

CZECH BOOK of RECORDS - The Czech Book of Records in English - an ideal gift for your friends abroad, your guests, business partners, expatriates associations – a book representing the Czech Republic in the best of lights, as a country of creative people, the birthplace and home of many contemporary and historical personalities, architectural gems, inventions, sportsmen, works of art and „everyday“ heroes... Discover the skillful people and breathtaking countryside of the Czech Republic, catch a tantalizing glimpse of its monuments, castles and chateaus, astronomical clocks, marvels of nature and its many geographical and social superlatives. The book’s unwritten motto could say: All that the Czech Republic has to boast of! The goal in producing this impressive 200 page book incorporating nearly two thousand photographs is to send a positive message about the Czech Republic abroad. The Czech Book of Records has chapters dedicated to ecclesiastical monuments, saints and pilgrimage sites, sports legends, it introduces famous writers and record-breaking books. There are chapters on Successes of Czech Healthcare, Czech Contributions to the World, Handicrafts and Folk Traditions, UNESCO – Intangible Cultural Heritage, Music, Film and Theatre, World of Spas, Football, World of Cars, Easter, Christmas, Nativity Scenes, Around and About Children, Modelling, Quick Overview of Great Czech Personas and Rarities, Wine Growing and Beer, it includes unconventional records from various walks of life... as well as chapters devoted to the best each of the 14 regions of the Czech Republic has to offer. In a nutshell, the CZECH BOOK OF RECORDS is a selection of the most interesting Czech records and curiosities and an introduction to the attractions and beauties of nature the Czech Republic has to offer to those visiting her. Did you know the Prague Castle is the largest castle complex in the world? And that the said castle can be seen in the Pelhřimov’s Museum of Records and Curiosities – made out of 10,850 wooden sticks? The authors – Luboš Rafaj, Miroslav Marek and Josef Vaněk – have been running the Good Day Agency Pelhřimov and managing the entire area of Czech records for a quarter of a century. They authored and published four Czech Books of Records in Czech, they are running the Czech Records Database, they validate the various Czech MOSTs and in Pelhřimov – the town of records – run a unique Museum of Records and Curiosities. --------------------------------------- CZECH BOOK of RECORDS - reprezentativní Česká kniha rekordů v angličtině - ideální dárek pro Vaše zahraniční přátele, hosty, obchodní partnery, krajanské spolky, prostřednictvím kterého představíte ČR v tom nejlepším světle - jako zemi činorodých lidí, která dala světu (v historii i nyní) řadu pozoruhodných osobností, architektonických skvostů, vynálezů, špičkových sportovců, světově uznávaných uměleckých děl i docela obyčejných hrdinů ... Poznávejme šikovné lidi a úchvatnou krajinu České republiky včetně památkových objektů, hradů a zámků, orlojů, přírodních podivuhodností a zeměpisných i společnenských superlativů. Objevte zemi v srdci Evropy. Nepsaným mottem knihy budiž slogan : Vše, čím se může Česká republika pochlubit ! Smyslem vydání této reprezentativní knihy o 200 stranách s téměř dvěma tisícovkami fotografií je vyslat pozitivní signál o České republice směrem do zahraničí. Czech Book of Records obsahuje i stránky věnované církevním památkám, světcům a poutním místům, legendám sportu, představuje světoznámé spisovatele a knihy rekordmanky. Nechybí kapitoly: Úspěchy českého zdravotnictví, Co Češi dali světu, Lidové tradice a řemesla, Školy a vzdělání, Památky UNESCO, Hudba, Film a divadlo, Lázeňství, Fotbal, Svět motorů, Velikonoce, Vánoce, Betlémy, Děti a pro děti, Modeling, Galerie českých osobností a superlativů České republiky, Vinařství, Pivo, netradiční rekordy z nejrůznějších oborů ... a také kapitoly věnované tomu nejlepšímu ze všech 14 krajů České republiky. Zkrátka publikace CZECH BOOK OF RECORDS je výběrem toho nejlepšího ze světa českých rekordů a kuriozit ve spojení s představením krás a lákadel ČR i z hlediska turistického ruchu. Víte o tom, že Pražský hrad je nejmohutnějším hradním komplexem na celém světě ? A že v pelhřimovském Muzeu rekordů a kuriozit je k vidění tentýž hrad, ovšem zhotovený z 10 850 špejlí ? Autoři - Luboš Rafaj, Miroslav Marek a Josef Vaněk - zastřešují už celé čtvrtstoletí v barvách Agentury Dobrý den Pelhřimov celou oblast rekordů České republiky. Sepsali a vydali čtyři reprezentativní České knihy rekordů v rodném jazyce, vedou Českou databanku rekordů, ověřují česká NEJ... po celé republice a provozují v Pelhřimově - českém městě rekordů zcela ojedinělé Muzeum rekordů a kuriozit.

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A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES, FOR AUTUMN 2016* The Ladybird Book of the Sickie - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Other new titles for Autumn 2016: How it Works: The Student How it Works: The Cat How it Works: The Dog How it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of the Meeting The Ladybird Book of Red Tape The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum How it Works: The Dad The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster

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One unremarkable afternoon, Rosie watched her daughter Saoirse cycle into town, expecting to hear the slam of the door when she returned a few hours later. But the slam never came.Eight years on, after an extensive investigation into her disappearance, Rosie is the only person who stubbornly believes that her child might still be alive. When Rosie receives a call from her father, asking her to return home for the summer, she is forced out of her limbo. Life on the island of Roaring Bay revives old rivalries, but it also brings new friendships and unexpected solace.Yet, when a sudden glimmer of hope appears, Rosie is forced to face an impossible question: is she right to think that Saoirse is still alive? Or will her belief that her daughter will one day return to her come at the cost of everything she has left?

Objev podobné jako Island of Longing - Griffin Anne

Learn about the delightful wagging-tail world in this exciting guide to dogs and puppies.Every young dog and puppy fan will be drooling over the pages of this wonderful dog treasury for hours of delight! Learn everything there is to know about our furry friends in this adorable book of dogs for children, including their body language, what they are dreaming about, and what they are trying to say to you.Children aged 5-7 can learn about the profiles of over 50 different dog breeds, including well-loved favourites, such as the Labrador Retriever, Poodle, Dachshund, French Bulldog, Great Dane, and more! This book for canine lovers is arranged into the different dog groups based on the jobs that they do, and is filled with colourful photos, fur-tastic facts, and bite-sized information. This adorable dog book for children includes:- Fact files on over 50 breeds and features many more throughout the book, revealing their individual characteristics.- A science-focused and fact-packed route into learning about dogs.- Fact files for each featured breed providing key information, such as origin, size, character, and colour.- A fantastic first introduction to the lives of these increasingly popular pets, as well as pet care, such as how often dogs eat and how to groom them.My Book of Dogs is a delightful children s book about playful and loving pooches and is sure to be a hit with young dog enthusiasts. Children can find out about their favourite breeds, from pugs to golden retrievers from around the globe, how to take the best care of them, and be amazed by their heightened senses and clever antics. This book is a must-have for children who love animals, especially those who have a pet dog at home or whose families are thinking of getting one.Complete the seriesThis delightful book about dogs is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children, and also includes My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Stars and Planets and My Book of Fossils.

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Learn all about the fascinating world of minibeasts - from bees to butterflies, beetles, and more. This book is a wonderful introduction to the seven major insect groups and includes profiles for over 40 amazing insects, such as the stag beetle, monarch butterfly, and honey bee. Grab your magnifying glass and head out to discover all about insects - their different types, body structures, and behaviours. Filled with eye-catching images and bite-sized information, young nature enthusiasts aged 5-7 will marvel at the mind-boggling facts about these adaptable creatures. This informative bug book for children offers:Clear and friendly text on bugs and characteristics using annotations and straightforward text. Fact files on more than 40 species, with top-trump style comparisons and digestible information. An introduction to new and interesting information in this successful series for young learners. My Book of Bugs is an engaging and informative introduction to insects, with age-appropriate text, photographs and illustrations on every page. This book will not just teach children about fascinating bugs, but will also make them understand and respect the environment. Complete the seriesThis engaging guide to bugs is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children. Whatever your subject, why not complete the series with My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Horses and Ponies, My Book of the Elements, My Book of Stars and Planets and My Book of Fossils?

Objev podobné jako My Book of Bugs - Ben Hubbard

Find out about the lives of our adorable furry friends in this exciting guide to cats and kittens.Learn everything there is to know about our furry feline friends in this adorable book of cats for children. Discover fascinating information about cats and kittens - from their hair type, fur pattern, colours, and distinct personalities, to the differences and similarities that celebrate the unique identity of every feline!Children aged 5-7 can learn about the profiles of 45 different cat breeds, such as the British Shorthair, Bombay, Siamese, Munchkin, Snowshoe, and more. Young cat lovers will enjoy finding out how cats evolved from wild animals to become pets, and get an insight into their eating habits and preferences as well as how to care for them.This adorable cat book for children includes:- Fact files on over 50 breeds and features many more throughout the book, revealing their individual characteristics.- A science-focused and fact-packed route into learning about cats.- Fact files for each featured breed providing key information, such as origin, size, character, and colour.- A fantastic first introduction to the lives of these increasingly popular pets, as well as pet care, such as how often kittens eat and how to help them groom.My Book of Cats and Kittens is an engaging and informative children s book that will not only engage curious minds, but will also make them respect and understand their pet cats better. Filled with adorable photographs, simple illustrations, and fantastic facts, this book is a must-have for children who love animals, especially those who have a pet cat at home or whose families are thinking of getting one.Complete the seriesThis delightful book about cats is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children, and also includes My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Fossils and My Book of Stars and Planets.

Objev podobné jako My Book of Cats and Kittens - DK

OUT OF SIGHT was made into the highly-acclaimed movie starring George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez.Jack Foley was busting out of Florida s Glades Prison when he ran head-on into Karen Sisco with a shotgun. Suddenly the world-class gentleman felon was sharing a cramped car trunk with a disarmed federal marshal - whose Chanel suit cost more than the take from Foley s last bank job - and the chemistry was working overtime. Here s a lady Jack could fall for in a big way, if she weren t a dedicated representative of the law that he breaks for a living. And as soon as she escapes, he s already missing her. But there are some seriously bad men and a major score waiting for Jack in Motown. And there s a good chance that when his path crosses Karen s again, she s going to be there for business, not pleasure.

Objev podobné jako Out of Sight - Leonard Elmore

Witness epic and adorable moments in the life of Grogu in this pocket-sized book of quotes!Hold the thrilling adventures of Grogu and Din Djarin in the palm of your hand, with this tiny book celebrating fan-favorite scenes from Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Loaded with imagery of the most mysterious and lovable alien in the galaxy, and quotes from all of his unlikely allies, Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Grogu will be the perfect gift for any Star Wars fan. • BELOVED MOMENTS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND: With its 1.34” x 1.73” size, this tiny book packs a galaxy’s worth of adventure into a pocket-sized format. • CELEBRATE GROGU: Featuring imagery and quotes from Star Wars: The Mandalorian (Seasons 1 and 2), this tiny book features Grogu’s most incredible escapades. From exploring the galaxy with Din Djarin, to meeting Ahsoka Tano and Luke Skywalker, this tiny book is a fun celebration of Grogu and the world of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. • GREAT FOR FANS OF ALL AGES: As a stocking stuffer or a novelty gift for your favorite foundling, this tiny book will delight Star Wars fans of all ages. • THE PERFECT ADDITION TO YOUR STAR WARS LIBRARY: A tiny but thrilling companion to your collection, Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Grogu is the most adorable addition to Insight Editions’ line of tiny books, including Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Jedi and Star Wars: The Tiny Book of Sith.

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Guaranteed to bring warmth and comfort into your life, The Little Book of Hygge is the book we all need.Hygge has been described as everything from cosiness of the soul to the pursuit of everyday pleasures . The Little Book of Hygge is the book we all need right now, and is guaranteed to bring comfort and joy to you and your loved ones.Hooga? Hhyooguh? Heurgh? It is not really important how you choose to pronounce hygge . What is important is that you feel it. Whether you re cuddled up on a sofa with a loved one, or sharing comfort food with your closest friends, hygge is about creating an atmosphere where you can let your guard down.The Little Book of Hygge is the definitive, must-read introduction to hygge, written by Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen. The book is packed full of original research on hygge, along with beautiful photographs, recipes and ideas to help you add a sprinkle of Danish magic to your life.From fans of The Little Book of Hygge: It s the cosiest book in the world! This book is made for lovers of creature comforts Perfect for reading on a stormy January night A lovely book to read during winter months, it helps you detach from the chaos of life If you want a book that takes you to a happy place every time, buy this one Sunday Times bestseller, November 2016

Objev podobné jako The Little Book of Hygge - Meik Wiking

The next Big Book in the series introduces young children to some of the most colorful, magnificent, silly, and surprising feathered creatures from around the world. Following up the hugely successful The Big Book of Bugs, The Big Book of Beasts, and The Big Book of the Blue, The Big Book of Birds is a fact-filled tour of the world’s most wonderful winged creatures. Yuval Zommer’s distinctive illustrations show off some of the most colorful, flamboyant, impressive, and wacky birds of the sky. Picture-book charm pairs with informative nonfiction to make a beautiful, large-format title for parents to share with young children and for older children to read by themselves. The book draws in children and parents alike with captivating information about and charming illustrations of hummingbirds, peacocks, flamingos, bald eagles, secretary birds, puffins, red-crowned cranes, and more. The book also invites young bird-watchers to protect birds where they live and make their gardens bird-friendly. The text is chatty, funny, and full of remarkable facts. Yuval Zommer’s illustrations and fresh approach are what make this series feel distinct. His glorious and quirky pictures appeal to young children, who will relish the flighty questions and pithy facts about the most exciting creatures of the sky. Illustrated in color throughout

Objev podobné jako The Big Book of Birds - Yuval Zommer

Take your favorite wizarding world brooms on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, a gorgeous art book that fits in the palm of your hand!Each broom has a story of its own, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms is your miniature visual guide to these iconic flying artifacts. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each broom, stunning photography of the original props used in the films, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets straight from the set. Fascinating entries on Quidditch—illustrated with prop photography and concept art—detail everything from the Golden Snitch to the Quidditch World Cup and expand on the role of brooms within the larger Wizarding World. This pocket-sized novelty volume is an ideal resource, both for experienced fans seeking to learn the history behind these beloved artifacts and for a new generation just beginning their first-year flying lessons. DOZENS OF ICONIC BROOMS: Compiled in this volume are profiles on famous racing brooms like the Nimbus 2000 and Firebolt, Wizarding World staples like the Bluebottle and Shooting Star, and brooms ridden by each of your favorite characters! BEHIND THE SCENES: Peek behind the curtain to see the movie-making magic that allowed these iconic flying artifacts to take to the skies! MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: A gorgeous book filled with Wizarding World knowledge, illuminating photography, and fun facts from the films that fits right in your palm? It must be magic. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms - Jody Revensonová

An exciting first guide to the magnificent world of horses.Learn all about horses, from how to care for them to how to ride one, in this informative childrenâ ™s guide to horse and pony care.Covering favourite breeds, from Shire horse to Shetland pony, what kit to use, and equestrian sports, this visual book is something that every young horse enthusiast aged 5-7 will want to own. Eye-catching images are featured alongside friendly illustrations, giving children plenty to take in and enjoy.This informative horse book for children offers:- Clear and accessible text on horse care and characteristics using annotations, friendly language and a clear structure.- Fact files on more than 20 breeds, with top-trump style comparisons and digestible information.- An introduction to new and interesting information in this successful series for young learners.My Book of Horses and Ponies is an engaging and informative children s book, with age-appropriate text, photographs and illustrations on every page. Young equine enthusiasts will be excited to read this wonderful treasury of horses and ponies.Complete the seriesThis engaging guide to horse breeds is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children. Whatever your subject, why not complete the series with My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of the Elements, My Book of Stars and Planets and My Book of Fossils?

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Winner of the ⠘Practical Manager⠙ category at the CMI Management Book of the Year Awards 2015 and now fully revised, updated and with 31 new theories. ⠜A delight to read and a highly refreshing approach to the world of management. I highly recommend it.⠝ Rebecca Taylor, the Dean and Director of Studies at the Open University Business School ⠘I⠙ll make sure that every manager in our pharmacy outlets gets a copy of this book.⠙ Manjit Jhooty, Managing Director, Jhoots Pharmacy ⠘Every manager should read this book.⠙ Geoff Round, Chief Executive, Birmingham Civic Housing Association Ltd 101 management theories from the world⠙s best management thinkers ⠓ the fast, focussed and express route to success. As a busy manager, you need solutions to everyday work problems fast. The Little Book of Big Management Theories gives you access to the very best theories and models that every manager should know and be able to use. Cutting through the waffle and hype to focus only on the ones that really matter to managers day-to-day, each theory is covered in two pages ⠓ what it is, how to use it and the questions you should be asking ⠓ so you can immediately apply your new knowledge in the real world. The Little Book of Big Management Theories will ensure you can: · Understand a wide range of management theories, their context and how you can apply them · Discover clear insights into a wide range of practical management issues and how to deal with them. · Quickly resolve a wide range of management problems · Better motivate and influence your staff, colleagues and stakeholders · Be a more effective manager and demonstrate that you are ready for promotion All you need to know and how to apply it ⠓ in a nutshell. Winner of the ⠘Practical Manager⠙ category at the Chartered Management Institute Management Book of the Year Awards. Rebecca Taylor, the Dean and Director of Studies at the Open University Business School, explained why the book deserved to win: ⠜This book was a delight to read and was a highly refreshing approach to the world of management. The ⠘big⠙ ideas have been boiled down into easily-digestible chunks that are perfect either as an introduction or a refresher for the more experienced manager. The personal writing style and lack of preaching makes it a brilliant desk-side companion for a manager of any level, and I highly recommend it.⠝

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Always have the onscreen secrets and stories of your favorite characters from the Wizarding World films in your back pocket with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters!Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters is your miniature guide to the Wizarding World’s spellbinding citizens and their journey to the silver screen. This lavishly illustrated book chronicles how these beloved characters were brought to life for the films, with detailed profiles of Harry Potter, Lord Voldemort, Newt Scamander, and dozens more. This pocket-sized collectible is filled with behind-the-scenes photographs, concept art, and film facts, delivering a fascinating look into the onscreen history of all the characters, from Hogwarts students and faculty to Dark wizards, Ministry bureaucrats, and beyond. FAN-FAVORITE CHARACTERS PROFILED: Learn about the creative process behind bringing your favorite characters to life—including Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Newt Scamander, Albus Dumbledore, Lord Voldemort, Gellert Grindelwald, and dozens more. BEHIND-THE-SCENES INSIGHTS: Discover fascinating behind-the-scenes insights through interviews that delve deep into the costumes, casting, makeup, and creative process of bringing the Wizarding World’s characters to life on screen MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: A stunning, novelty book filled with information about your favorite Wizarding World characters that fits right in the palm of your hand? It must be magic! COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters - Jody Revensonová

The Complete Black Book of Russian Jewryis a collection of eyewitness testimonies, letters, diaries, affidavits, and other documents on the activities of the Nazis against Jews in the camps, ghettoes, and towns of Eastern Europe. Arguably, the only apt comparism is to The Gulag Archipelago of Alexander Solzhenitsyn. This definitive edition of The Black Book, including for the first time materials omitted from previous editions, is a major addition to the literature on the Holocaust. It will be of particular interest to students, teachers, and scholars of the Holocaust and those interested in the history of Europe.By the end of 1942, 1.4 million Jews had been killed by the Einsatzgruppen that followed the German army eastward; by the end of the war, nearly two million had been murdered in Russia and Eastern Europe. Of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, about one-third fell in the territories of the USSR. The single most important text documenting that slaughter is The Black Book, compiled by two renowned Russian authors Ilya Ehrenburg and Vasily Grossman. Until now, The Black Book was only available in English in truncated editions. Because of its profound significance, this new and definitive English translation of The Complete Black Book of Russian Jewry is a major literary and intellectual event.From the time of the outbreak of the war, Ehrenburg and Grossman collected the eyewitness testimonies that went into The Black Book. As early as 1943 they were planning its publication; the first edition appeared in 1944. During the years immediately after the war, Grossman assisted Ehrenburg in compiling additional materials for a second edition, which appeared in 1946 (in English as well as Russian).Since the fall of the Soviet regime, Irina Ehrenburg, the daughter of Ilya Ehrenburg, has recovered the lost portions of the manuscript sent to Yad Vashem. The texts recovered by Ms. Ehrenburg include numerous documents that had been censored from the original manuscript, as well as items that had been hidden by the Grossman family. In addition, she verified and, where appropriate, corrected the accuracy of documents that had already appeared in earlier editions of The Black Book.

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Learn more about the Dark Arts on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of The Dark Arts, a gorgeous art book inspired by the Harry Potter films that fits in the palm of your hand!From basic curses and jinxes to Dark creatures like the Basilisk, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts is your miniature visual guide to the darker side of Wizarding World magic, illustrated by concept art and unit photography from the set. This pocket-sized collectible volume is an ideal resource for both experienced fans and a new generation of folks looking to expand their knowledge of the on-screen history of the Dark Arts—and the magic it took to bring it to life. MYSTERIOUS MAGICS: Learn the lore behind the cursed objects and scary spells that appear on screen through frightening facts and stunning concept art. BEHIND THE SCENES: Peek behind the curtain to see the movie-making magic that brought the Dark Mark and Death Eaters to life on the big screen! MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: Don’t let it’s small size fool you—this gorgeous book is filled with dazzling artwork and fascinating facts straight from the set of the films of the Wizarding World. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts - Jody Revensonová

Take your favorite Wizarding World wands on the go with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands, a gorgeous art book that fits in the palm of your hand!Each wand is as unique as the wizard or witch that wields it, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands is your miniature visual guide to these iconic spellcasting artifacts. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each wand, stunning illustrations of the original props, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets from the filmmakers’ archives. This pocket-sized collectible volume is an ideal resource for both veteran witches and wizards seeking to learn the history behind these beloved wands and for a new generation of Ollivander’s customers just learning how to cast Wingardium Leviosa. DOZENS OF WANDS: Showcases wands wielded by each of your favorite characters, including Bellatrix Lestrange’s talon-shaped wand to the simple and elegant wand wielded by Hermione Granger. BEHIND THE SCENES: Peek behind the curtain to see the movie-making magic that gave these powerful wands their charms! MINI SIZE, BIG QUALITY: A gorgeous book filled with Wizarding World knowledge that fits right in the palm of your hand? It must be magic. COMPLETE YOUR HARRY POTTER MINI BOOK COLLECTION: Complete your collection with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts!

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands - Jody Revensonová, Monique Peterson