british insects michael chinery

A photographic field guide to 1,500 species of insects found in Britain and IrelandA photographic field guide to all the common and some unusual species of insects across Britain that the keen amateur naturalist is likely to spot. Over 1,500 species are illustrated with detailed photographs chosen for their help in identification.Includes photographs of larvaeEach section is coded with a symbol for easy referenceDifferences between similar species are highlighted to avoid confusionInformation given on when to look and where to find each speciesInsect groups dealt with include butterflies and moths, mayflies, dragonflies, damselflies, grasshoppers, crickets, earwigs, lacewings, bugs, bees, wasps, ants and beetles, all with keys to ensure accurate identification.

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The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen insects in Britain and northern Europe.Authoritative text and beautiful photographs show the distinguishing features of each insect to aid identification.Features information on size, habitat, geographical range and months when they can be spotted, as well as names of similar species with which each insect could be confused, and details of the differences between them.This new edition builds on the strengths of the unrivalled original, now expanded to include over 240 insects.

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''A rare writer with the courage to tell Britain some home truths about itself and where it''s headed. A much needed book''. - Ian Dunt''What Britain needs at the moment is not to be talked up or talked down, but simply a sense of itself that''s underpinned by clarity and honesty... This is exactly what Michael Peel provides in this persuasive, good-humoured book.'' - Jonathan Coe''A wake-up call for those still under the illusion that Great Britain plc punches above its weight''. - Chris Mullin, author of A Very British Coup''Entertaining and smart.'' - Geoff Norcott''Michael Peel is a top class thinker and writer. This is a necessary book as well as an extremely entertaining one.'' - Simon Kuper''Sharp, witty and eye-opening. As Peel convincingly argues, we can do so much better.'' - Matthew Parker, author of One Fine Day: Britain''s Empire On the BrinkUPDATED EDITION FOLLOWING 2024 ELECTIONHow do you see Britain? That might depend on your point of view, and as long time British foreign correspondent, Michael Peel has come to understand, it can look very different from outside.It''s tempting to think of the UK as a fundamentally stable and successful nation. But events of the past few years, from Brexit to exposés of imperial history, have begun to spark fierce public debates about whether that is true. Is Britain, just a marginal northern European island nation, marked by injustices, corruption and with a bloody history of slavery, repression and looting? And yet UK politics, media, and public opinion live constantly in the shadow of old myths, Second World War era nostalgia, and a belief in supposedly core British values of tolerance, decency and fair play. British politicians regularly exploit a damaging complacency that holds that everything will turn out okay, because, in Britain, it always does.In WHAT EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT BRITAIN, Michael Peel digs into the national consciousness with the perspective of distance to pull apart the ways in which we British have become unmoored from crucial truths about ourselves. He shows us that from many perspectives we are no different from other countries whose own national delusions have seen them succumb to abuses of power, increased poverty and divisive conflict.The battle over Britain''s narrative is the struggle for its future and its place in the world. So, how do we escape the trick mirror - and see ourselves as we really are?

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It is now over a decade since the much-loved Great British Railway Journeys series set off on its incredible run discovering the cultural, social and engineering landscape of the United Kingdom through the prism of George Bradshaw''s Handbook to rail travel. Veteran politician and ex cabinet minister Michael Portillo has since presented eleven seasons of this ever-popular show on BBC Two, covering every part of the existing train network in Britain, as well as others that were closed as a result of the Beeching Report in 1963. Across a decade of these journeys, Portillo has celebrated how every corner of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland was opened up by the railway line as a result of the Industrial Revolution, thus giving fans a unique insight into our shared past of train travel since the Victorian era. With the anniversary, this new collection will celebrate Michael''s top fifty journeys from the hundreds he has covered, adding more insight and analysis to some of the greatest railway lines, stations, bridges, viaducts and tunnels the Victorians built to create the world we now live in. From Paddington Station to the Clifton Suspension Bridge; the Southend Pier line to the milk wagons departing from Blake Hall Station. An unrivalled narrative to be treasured. Greatest British Railway Journeys is both a celebratory and charming ride through our country''s beloved history - all from the unique position of a train seat.

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''A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects'' - LoveReading4Kids ''Fun, inspiring, and well researched.'' - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewA beautifully illustrated tour of some of the world''s most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.

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''A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects'' - LoveReading4Kids ''Fun, inspiring, and well researched.'' - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewA beautifully illustrated tour of some of the world''s most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.

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Enter a world of insects in this encyclopedia of more than 200 minibeasts.With amazing stats, close-up photographs, and genius gem facts, Pocket Eyewitness Insects will let you see their true sizes, discover where and how they live and find out which deadly insects to watch out for.What do insects eat? Which ones are poisonous? From the flower chafer to the giraffe weevil, Pocket Eyewitness Insects is packed with bite-sized chunks of information that make learning about insects even more intriguing. Many-legged millipedes, dazzling dragonflies, and beastly bed bugs all are brought to life in amazing detail.Perfect for school projects and homework assignments as well as for young enthusiasts, Pocket Eyewitness Insects uncovers everything you need to know about nature''s cutest and creepiest bugs in one pocket-sized book.

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Perfect for young children studying food chains in their science lessons, or for young minibeast fans, this book explores the importance of insects in food chains, from the tiny flies eaten by fish, birds, bats and amphibians, to the larger insects eaten by bigger animals, such as anteaters and badgers. Insects are an indispensible part of countless food chains. Alongside the simple text, fantastic close-up photographs show the insects at work.The book is part of a series, The Insects that Run Our World, for children aged 6 plus. The titles are: The Pollinators, The Decomposers, The Predators and the Prey and The Helpers and the Pests.The books include information about how insects are threatened by habitat changes and pollution and how we can help them.

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This fun-filled activity book will teach you all about the world of insects and bugs, complete with activities, puzzles and more!Introduce little ones aged 5-9 to the insect world with fascinating bugs, butterflies, moths, creepy-crawlies, spiders, and much more! Packed with astounding facts, fun challenges, quizzes and puzzles, The Fact Packed Activity Book: Insects will keep kids aged 5-9 engaged and having fun while learning. Enter the world of creepy-crawlies and travel all the way from gardens to rainforests to learn more about these tiny creaturesThis insect fact book for children offers: Interesting bug facts combined with entertaining activities, such as mazes, drawings and quizzes.A range of topics about insects and bugs, including where they are found, what they eat, and how they defend themselves.Interactive learning to help children develop their reading ability, problem-solving skills and critical thinking.With lively activities that go hand in hand with the educational content, learning has never been so easy and fun! This interactive book is filled with fact-based activities, such as mazes, puzzles, look and find, draw and colour, and quizzes – to inspire kids who are crazy about the world of creepy crawlies.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? If you like The Fact Packed Activity Book: Insects then why not try The Fact Packed Activity Book: Dinosaurs to travel back in time to the prehistoric world, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures and explore the underwater world, or Animals to learn about the animal kingdom?

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CHOICE Highly Recommended title, 2022!Forest insects play important roles ecologically and economically. They pollinate plants, decompose dead plant and animal tissue, provide food for vertebrates, regulate pest organisms and shape entire landscapes. Some are considered pests, while others provide usable products. Introduced species may become invasive, while the survival of others is threatened.Forest Insects in Europe: Diversity, Functions and Importance has been written not only with professional entomologists in mind, but also for nature lovers generally. The descriptions of the various roles insects play in forest ecosystems are intended to be easily comprehensible, but still scientific. The book is richly illustrated with attractive photos and contains 580 fascinating colour images of more than 300 different insect and spider species. The German edition was awarded the Prix Moulines by the Swiss Entomological Society in 2019.

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*The Sunday Times Bestseller*‘Extraordinary Insects is a joy’ The TimesA Sunday Times Nature Book of the Year 2019A journey into the weird, wonderful and truly astonishing lives of the small but mighty creatures we can’t live without.Insects influence our ecosystem like a ripple effect on water. They arrived when life first moved to dry land, they preceded – and survived – the dinosaurs, they outnumber the grains of sand on all the world’s beaches, and they will be here long after us.Working quietly but tirelessly, they give us food, uphold our ecosystems, can heal our wounds and even digest plastic. They could also provide us with new solutions to the antibiotics crisis, assist in disaster zones and inspire airforce engineers with their flying techniques.But their private lives are also full of fun, intrigue and wonder. Here, we will discover life and death, drama and dreams, all on a millimetric scale. Like it or not, Earth is the planet of insects, and this is their extraordinary story.

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Part of the best-selling "Learn by Playing" maze picture book series by Japanese author and illustrator Gentaro Kagawa, this book contains 12 highly detailed, beautifully illustrated, and visually accurate maze designs are filled with quizzes, riddles, and hidden objects to solve the quest. While walking their dogs, a child happens upon a mysterious place with a secret door where insects are gathering. When a magic stone is pushed, the door opens, and a Samurai appears. Frightened, the dogs run into the hole followed by the child, and they shrink in size and enter a mystical world of insects. Each maze provides a new challenge, clues and facts about the insects they will encounter in each new setting. Solving each challenge throughout their travels to find the dogs and return to where they started. Clues are offered to help solve each maze, as well as an answer key.

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Insects belong to one of the largest animal groups of the animal kingdom. There are over a million different insect species all over the world.Insects and Minibeasts takes a closer look at some of the most amazing minibeasts and intriguing insects living above and below the soil. In this book you will discover transforming caterpillars and architect arachnids as well as bodybuilding ants and industrious bees.You can build your own encyclopedia with A Ladybird Book: the collectable series for curious kids.

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Discover the wonderful world of insects! Lift the flaps on every page to discover fascinating facts about insects, great and small. With beautiful illustrations throughout and more than 50 flaps to explore, open up to find out more about this fascinating world we live in!

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Learn about insects in this leveled reader! TIME for Kids helps young readers develop critical reading skills at any age and understand how to engage with the world around them.Have you ever wondered how some insects manage to be both creepy and cute? Or if the pretty colors on a beetle have a purpose? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this photo-filled early reader all about beautiful bugs, a perfect entry point for young entomologists.

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This beautifully illustrated book provides an overview of the world of insects. Beginning with a look at the evolution of the insect family the introduction looks at every aspect of insect life including their basic anatomy, their fascinating life cycles, and their social organization within colonies and nests. How insects jump, leap and fly, the methods by which they defend themselves and their colonies from attack, and the methods by which they eat, including sucking, biting, chewing, grinding, and filter feeding are all included. Without insect life human activity would cease. An in-depth look at each of the orders that makes up the insect group, with examples of many common species, completes the front section of the book. The encyclopedia of insect species is organized according to geographical region adn then by insect order. Every insect order is included, from the tiniest opaque wingless creature to the largest and most spectacular beetle. The most common species from each are included, and many are illustrated with beautifully detailed watercolours. Each entry profiles the physical traits and characteristics of the different creatures. Identification details are provided for each such as body colour and segmentation, insect shape and size, a description of the habitat where each can be found and the time of year, if appropriate. • A wide-ranging, expert identification guide to every order of the insect world including fleas, beetles, cockroaches and crickets, as well as many less visible creatures • Identification details are provided for more than 650 insect species, and many are illustrated with specially commissioned watercolours • Includes an in-depth look at insect defence mechanisms such as camouflage, mimicry, hissing, bites and stings, and colouration that suggests danger • Each stage of the insect life cycle is described with illustrations depicting different development phases • 1000 spectacular photographs and anatomically correct watercolours provide a fascinating visual record of the insect world

Objev podobné jako The Illustrated World Encyclopaedia of Insects - Martin Walters

Set in a crumbling Soviet Black Sea resort, The Life of Insects with its motley cast of characters who exist simultaneously as human beings (racketeers, mystics, drug addicts and prostitutes) and as insects, extended the surreal comic range for which Pelevin''s first novel Omon Ra was acclaimed by critics. With consummate literary skill Pelevin creates a satirical bestiary which is as realistic as it is delirious - a bitter parable of contemporary Russia, full of the probing, disenchanted comedy that makes Pelevin a vital and altogether surprising writer.

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Forest are full of life and fun to investigate! Find out how forest insects and flowers are connected. See how forest plants change through the seasons. Learn how insects seek out flowers for food and shelter. Then do a fun nature activity to find out more!Helping children to explore forests and learn more about the natural world, the Forest Fun series shows children about life in a forest. Connecting animals with life processes, children can find out about seasons, animal homes, micro-habitats and life cycles. Perfect for children aged 5+.Read the other titles in the series:Animals in the Undergrowth, Bugs in the Mud and Birds in the Trees.

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Meet insects from around the world with this fun search and find fact book from National Geographic Kids.Find it! Search the busy illustrated scenes to find more than 250 insects and other minibeasts. From British Gardens to the Amazon Rainforest, Australian Wetlands to the dry deserts they are sure to keep young readers entertained.Explore it! Discover amazing facts all about the creatures spotted. Did you know that a bee’s wings can beat over 200 times in a second? That there may be as many as 2.5 million species of insect in the rainforest? Or that forest bugs change colour with the seasons?With colourful photos and lots of fun activities that kids will love it’s the perfect book for kids and grown-ups to enjoy together!

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In the arthropoda phylum insects are one of the most successful species, and spiders are one of the largest groups. This book provides a fascinating overview of insects and spiders.,

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The history of the British Army''s multi-racial forces that supported the empire''s global dominance through economic power, a strong navy, and formidable military presence.What allowed the British to create and hold its empire? In 1914 the British had the largest empire in the world. The sun literally never set on its holdings. The Empire rested on three strong pillars - British economic might, a powerful fleet and its multi race armies. The wealth provided by British industry provided the sinews of British power. The fleet protected the arteries along which British products reached the world and the UK projected its power. But its wealth and strong navy would not allow England to guard the North-West Frontier of India, or march to Peking or Ethiopia or fight foes as varied as the Sikhs, Maori and Zulus. In The British EmpireÂ’s Regulars - 1880-1914 the army and men that won and held the empire are covered in detail. In most books these men are as anonymous as pawns on a chessboard. The book gives a definitive account of the many different ethnic groups that served. Sikhs, Scots, Gurkhas, Ibos and more are all here. The work explains what contribution each made to The EmpireÂ’s polyglot armies. Drawing on sociology, governmental records and history, the book will appeal to readers who are interested in the British Empire, its military forces, and to students and scholars of military sociology and history.

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Pamlsky pro psy pro všechna plemena s normální aktivitou, receptura: hmyzí a tuňák Pamlsek pro psy Brit váš pes ocení jako odměnu i jako zpestření běžného jídelníčku. Hodí se pro všechna plemena psů, od nejmenších po ta urostlá. Speciálně upravené složení pro psy, kteří dosáhli dospělého věku. Dobrou volbou bude i v případě, že hledáte pamlsek pro psa se standardně aktivním životem. Významné vlastnosti pamlsku Brit Care Dog Crunchy Cracker Insects with Tuna enriched with Mint 200 g Použijete pro zpestření jídelníčku i jako odměnu Pamlsky pro psy Brit nabízí složky vhodné pro dospělé zvíře Určený pro všechna plemena Pro psy se standardně aktivním životem

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Pamlsky pro psy pro všechna plemena s normální aktivitou, receptura: hmyzí a jehněčí Pamlsek pro psy Brit se bude hodit jako odměna nebo jako zpestření klasického jídelníčku. Vhodný je pro všechna plemena psů, od nejmenších po ta urostlá. Složení je zvlášť upraveno pro psy, kteří dosáhli dospělého věku. Správnou volbou bude i pokud sháníte dobrotu pro psa s obvyklou aktivitou. Jeho hmyzí a jehněčí receptura se stane oblíbenou dobrůtkou vašeho psího miláčka. Klíčové znaky pamlsku Brit Care Dog Crunchy Cracker Insects with Lamb enriched with Raspberries 200 g Příjemné zpestření jídelníčku i jako odměna Pamlsky pro psy Brit nabízí složky vhodné pro dospělé zvíře Perfektní varianta pro všechna plemena Pro psy se standardní pohybovou aktivitou Oblíbená hmyzí a jehněčí receptura

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Pamlsky pro psy pro všechna plemena s normální aktivitou, receptura: hmyzí Pamlsek pro psy Brit může pro vašeho psa fungovat jako odměna nebo jako zpestření klasického jídelníčku. Vyhovovat bude psům všech plemen bez ohledu na jejich velikost. Složení je zvlášť upraveno pro psy ve vývinu, tedy štěňata nebo mladší pejsky. Správnou volbou bude i pokud sháníte dobrotu pro pejska se všední aktivitou. Jeho hmyzí receptura se stane oblíbenou dobrůtkou vašeho psího miláčka. Zajímavé parametry pamlsku Brit Care Dog Crunchy Cracker Puppy Insects with Whey enriched with Probiotics 200 g Poslouží jako odměna i zpestření jídelníčku Pamlsky pro psy Brit nabízí složky vhodné pro štěňata Hodí se pro všechna plemena Pro psy se standardně aktivním životem Velmi lákavá hmyzí receptura

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Pamlsky pro psy pro všechna plemena s normální aktivitou, receptura: hmyzí a lososová Pamlsek pro psy Brit můžete pejskovi nabídnout jako odměnu nebo jako zpestření běžného jídelníčku. Vhodný je pro všechna plemena psů, od nejmenších po ta urostlá. Složení je vytvořeno speciálně pro dospělé psy. Ideální volbou bude také v případě, že hledáte dobrotu pro psa, který vykazuje normální aktivitu. Jeho hmyzí a lososová receptura bude oblíbenou pochoutkou vašeho čtyřnohého miláčka. Klíčové funkce pamlsku Brit Care Dog Crunchy Cracker Insects with Salmon enriched with Thyme 200 g Příjemné zpestření jídelníčku i jako odměna Pamlsky pro psy Brit nabízí složky vhodné pro dospělé zvíře Oblíbí si ho všechna plemena Pro psy s normální pohybovou činností Oblíbená hmyzí a lososová receptura

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Pamlsky pro psy pro všechna plemena s normální aktivitou, receptura: hmyzí a krůtí Pamlsek pro psy Brit se vám bude hodit jako odměna nebo jako ozvláštnění běžného jídelníčku. Je vhodný pro všechna plemena psů, od nejmenších po ta urostlá. Složení je přizpůsobeno přímo pro dospělé psy. Hodí se i v případě, že sháníte dobrotu pro psa s obvyklou aktivitou. Jeho hmyzí a krůtí receptura se stane populární dobrůtkou vašeho čtyřnohého miláčka. Důležité přednosti pamlsku Brit Care Dog Crunchy Cracker Insects with Turkey and Apples 200 g Atraktivní odměna i zpestření jídelníčku Pamlsky pro psy Brit se chlubí složkami vhodnými pro dospělé zvíře Oblíbí si ho všechna plemena Pro psy se všední aktivitou Oblíbená hmyzí a krůtí receptura

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Pamlsky pro psy pro všechna plemena s normální aktivitou, receptura: hmyzí a králičí Pamlsek pro psy Brit přijde vhod jako odměna i jako vítané zpestření jídelníčku. Vhodný je pro všechna plemena psů, od nejmenších po ta urostlá. Složení je upraveno přímo pro dospělé psy. Dobrou volbou bude i v případě, že hledáte pamlsek pro psa s běžnou pohybovou činností. Jeho hmyzí a králičí receptura je mezi pejsky velice oblíbená. Zásadní parametry pamlsku Brit Care Dog Crunchy Cracker Insects with Rabbit enriched with Fennel 200 g Použijete pro zpestření jídelníčku i jako odměnu Pamlsky pro psy Brit se chlubí složkami vhodnými pro dospělé zvíře Skvělá varianta pro všechna plemena Pro psy s normální pohybovou činností Velmi lákavá hmyzí a králičí receptura

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An Identification Guide to Garden Insects of Britain and North-West Europe is a photographic identification guide to 150 species of insect most commonly found in the gardens of Britain and North-West Europe.

Objev podobné jako An Identification Guide to Garden Insects of Britain and North-West Europe - Dominic Couzens, Gail Ashton

Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring British Architecture: A Very Short Introduction presents an original and engaging overview of the architecture of the British Isles, from medieval times to the present day. Avoiding the traditional approach of a chronological survey of architects and architectural style, each chapter presents a thematic exploration of key aspects of British architecture that endure across time and still have relevance today. Arnold uses illustrated chapters to aid appreciation of the artistic and cultural significance of British architecture and how it operates as a barometer of social trends. Arnold also highlights the ways in which architecture can project national and regional identities.British architecture tells of the intrinsic nature of Britishness and is an important means of understanding Britain''s connection with the rest of the world. There is no doubt about the international significance of the work of recent and contemporary British architects. But Arnold also relates how a preoccupation with the past has been a constant theme in design thinking and practice. A thematic, historical understanding of British architecture in terms of its form and purpose explains much about the society and culture for which it was built. Architecture continues to shape patterns of living and social interaction and responds to new demands. Equally, debates about how best to express the nation through its architecture reveal much about Britain''s perception of itself and how this is expressed at home and abroad. Finally, Arnold explores how subsequent generations can offer new interpretations and meanings that change our view of British architecture''s legacy.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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The Royal Navy invented the aircraft carrier and most of the key innovations which have enabled carriers to remain effective, exploiting continuing changes in aircraft technology, from biplanes to supersonic jets. This book tells (and explains) how that happened over more than a century of British carrier development, based largely on declassified official documents, both British and US. Major themes include British domination of the early years of carrier development, and the audacious and highly original plans for their use during World War I, which inspired later naval thinking on the potential of carrier aviation. The introduction of armoured flight decks in the 1930s was only the first of a sequence of British innovations, the most important of which made it possible for carriers to operate jet aircraft (the angled deck, the steam catapult, and the mirror landing sight). These British developments, particularly the steam catapult, were crucial to the survival of the US carrier force in the postwar era, to an extent often forgotten. Later the Royal Navy produced the first commando carriers, and played a crucial role in the VSTOL carrier revolution, and continues to demonstrate originality and innovation as seen in the current pair of large carriers. This book covers all British-built carriers, including those in Commonwealth and foreign service, with the historical context, both operational and technical, explained in detail, as is the connection to larger British national concerns. The book is heavily illustrated with photographs, but also reproduces official plans from the National Maritime Museum, many of which have never previously been published.

Objev podobné jako The British Aircraft Carrier - Norman Friedman

An in-depth look at the many fascinating aspects of social insects, from how they communicate with each other to the ways in which they protect their nests - with stunning photographs and illustrations, this fact-packed book is perfect for 8- to 12-year-olds at home or school.,

Objev podobné jako Exploring Nature: Incredible Insects - Dr Jen Green

The go-to photographic guide to all the insect orders of Britain and IrelandBritain's Insects is an innovative, up-to-date, carefully designed and beautifully illustrated field guide to Britain and Ireland's twenty-five insect orders, concentrating on popular groups and species that can be identified in the field. Featuring superb photographs o

Objev podobné jako Britain's Insects - Dr. Paul D. Brock

For years Anna Comstock''s Handbook of Nature Study has been an essential tool for all budding naturalists but its large size made it impractical in the field. It has now been broken up into individual sections for easy portability. New full-color photos are included for those times that you''re unable to see nature up close. This volume features the Insects section along with the author''s lesson questions, suggested readings, and teacher''s stories.Grab this book along with a field guide specific to your area and enjoy delving into the endlessly fascinating world that is nature-study.

Objev podobné jako The Handbook Of Nature Study in Color - Insects - Anna B Comstock

Kids will love adorning themselves with the stunning specimens in Fluttery, Friendly Tattoo Butterflies and Other Insects. Eighty-one illustrated temporary tattoos introduce creatures with amazing colors and realistic features, from the brilliant blue Cypris Morpho Butterfly to the Garden Tiger Moth, the Jewel Beetle, and the Peacock Pansy Butterfly. Accompanied by fascinating facts about each insect, the tattoos come in sheets and are ready to be applied with a damp cloth, offering bright, bold body art. Also available in the Tattoos That Teach series: Creepy, Crawly Tattoo Bugs; Super, Strong Tattoo Sharks; and Roaring, Rumbling Tattoo Dinosaurs.

Objev podobné jako Fluttery, Friendly Tattoo Butterflies and Other Insects - Artemis Roehrig

A Naturalist's Guide to the Insects of Britain & Northern Europe is an easy-to-use identification guide to 280 insect species commonly seen in Britain and North-West Europe that is perfect for amateur naturalists.

Objev podobné jako A Naturalist's Guide to the Insects of Britain and Northern Europe - Robert Read

Great British Menu has become a British institution, showcasing the nation’s top chefs as they put their hearts on a plate and compete for a spot in a glorious British banquet. To celebrate the show’s 20th anniversary, Great British Menu brings together showstopping recipes from the show’s entire run - starters, fish courses, mains and desserts from chefs at the top of their game, representing every region of the British Isles.From a ‘Firefly’ vegan golden beetroot tart to a truffled croque monsieur; Cornish seafood hotpot to turbot with strawberries and cream; Tom Kerridge’s slow cooked duck with duck fat chips and gravy to Desperate Dan’s Cow Pie; a white chocolate mushroom filled with cherry and sesame to Marcus Wareing’s custard tart with garibaldi biscuits – this is British cooking like you’ve never seen it before.

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Thoroughly updated and revised, the ninth edition of the highly regarded British Civilization: An Introduction continues to be the ideal textbook on Britain, its country and people, religion, politics and government, international relations, legal system, economy, education, media and culture for students of British studies.Examining central structural features of British society, the book provides an introduction to British civilization that highlights its history of cultural, geographical and human diversity. The book includes:Expanded discussion of Britain’s current political climate and international relations through an examination of the 2016 Brexit referendum, the subsequent general election and Brexit negotiations up to April 2019Discussion of the ever-shifting economy from a global perspectiveOpinion polls and surveys that provide an insight into the attitudes of British people to the conditions in which they live and operate todayExercises, questions, and suggestions for further reading and useful websites that stimulate class discussion and provide a springboard upon which students can develop their own independent study.Supported by a companion website (www.routledge.com/cw/oakland), a long-ranging chronology, full-colour illustrations, useful figures, exercises and discussion questions, and suggestions for further reading, it is the perfect introduction to the crucial and complex nature of British civilization, culture and society, past and present.

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Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from searching for the world''s rarest bear in the Great Bear Rainforest to sampling global street foods at the Richmond Night Market, and taking an authentic, indigenous-led fishing excursion in Haida Gwaii.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights and explore Stanley Park in Vancouver, climb Malahat Skywalk, seek adventure in Pacific Rim National Park ReserveSpecial features on getting active in the wild, touring wonderful scenery, discovering indigenous CanadaExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with British Columbia & the Canadian Rockiesculture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps Covers Vancouver, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon Territory, Banff & Jasper National Parks Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet''s British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies.

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Other titles in the series include: Hedgehogs, Hares and other British Animals Sharks, Seahorses and other British Sea Creatures Beetles, Butterflies and other British Minibeasts Horses, Hens and other British Farm Animals Bluebells, Birch Trees and other British Plants

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''[A] comprehensive and important history of black Britain . . . Written with a wonderful clarity of style and with great force and passion.'' – Kwasi Kwarteng, Sunday TimesIn this vital re-examination of a shared history, historian and broadcaster David Olusoga tells the rich and revealing story of the long relationship between the British Isles and the people of Africa and the Caribbean. This edition, fully revised and updated, features a new chapter encompassing the Windrush scandal and the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020, events which put black British history at the center of urgent national debate. Black and British is vivid confirmation that black history can no longer be kept separate and marginalized. It is woven into the cultural and economic histories of the nation and it belongs to us all. Drawing on new genealogical research, original records, and expert testimony, Black and British reaches back to Roman Britain, the medieval imagination, Elizabethan ‘blackamoors’ and the global slave-trading empire. It shows that the great industrial boom of the nineteenth century was built on American slavery, and that black Britons fought at Trafalgar and in the trenches of both World Wars. Black British history is woven into the cultural and economic histories of the nation. It is not a singular history, but one that belongs to us all. Unflinching, confronting taboos, and revealing hitherto unknown scandals, Olusoga describes how the lives of black and white Britons have been entwined for centuries.Winner of the 2017 PEN Hessell-Tiltman Prize.Winner of the Longman History Today Trustees’ Award.A Waterstones History Book of the Year.Longlisted for the Orwell Prize.Shortlisted for the inaugural Jhalak Prize.

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From the eighteenth century until the 1950s the British Empire was the biggest political entity in the world. The territories forming this empire ranged from tiny islands to vast segments of the world''s major continental land masses. The British Empire left its mark on the world in a multitude of ways, many of them permanent. In this Very Short Introduction, Ashley Jackson introduces and defines the British Empire, reviewing its historiography by answering a series of key questions: What was the British Empire, and what were its main constituent parts? What were the phases of imperial expansion and contraction and the general causes of expansion and contraction? How was the Empire ruled? What were its economic effects? What were the cultural implications of empire, in Britain and its colonies? What was life like for people living under imperial rule? What are the legacies of the British Empire and how should we view its place in world history?ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Other titles in the series include: Hedgehogs, Hares and other British Animals Robins, Wrens and other British Birds Beetles, Butterflies and other British Minibeasts Horses, Hens and other British Farm Animals Bluebells, Birch Trees and other British Plants

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In 1837, Queen Victoria inherited an army that had not changed greatly from that which defeated Napoleon in 1815, although reform was already under way. The process of reorganization and modernization, however, continued throughout her reign. As the British army protected and extended the Empire, it strove to adapt to rapidly advancing technology and an incredible array of enemies and environments. This was the period in which many of the of its most famous battle honours were won, such as Balaklava, Rorke’s Drift and Omdurman. Gabriele Esposito gives a comprehensive overview of the history, organization, weapons and uniforms of the various components of the British army. All branches of the service are included: Foot Guards, line infantry, Highland infantry, light infantry, rifle corps (the King’s Royal Rifle Corps and the Rifle Brigade), Life Guards and Horse Guards, Dragoon Guards, Dragoons, Light Dragoons, Hussars, Lancers, Royal Artillery, Royal Engineers and Royal Army Service Corps. The Royal Marines and Royal Marine Artillery, while technically part of the Royal Navy, are also covered as they often fought with the land forces. The ‘legions’ of British volunteers who fought abroad and the foreign military units in British service are also considered. He traces the great changes that happened across the period in both military dress (the famous red coats giving way to khaki) and equipment (notably, muskets being replaced by breech-loading rifles and machine guns). Dozens of beautiful colour artworks illustrate this glorious period of British military history.

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An artist investigates strange goings on at the British museum - and uncovers a maelstrom of disquiet within its corridors, galleries and vaults“An absorbingly creepy travelogue through the corridors, tunnels and basements of our most famous cultural repository. With Noah Angell as our guide, the British Museum becomes a haunted prison filled with imperial plunder and restless spirits clamouring for attention.” - Malcolm Gaskill, author of The Ruin Of All Witches“Fascinating and illuminating” - Peter Ackroyd“Brilliantly delicate, pointed, shivery... You could read it as a guide to which galleries to avoid - or to where the push for repatriation should be most urgent.” - Erin L. Thompson, professor of art crime at the City University of New York“Achieves a near-impossible marriage between paranormal pop-culture, folklore and hauntology” - Roger Clarke, author of A Natural History of Ghosts“A heady cocktail of history and folklore that leaves a haunting aftertaste... Spine-tingling” - Lindsey Fitzharris, New York Times bestselling author of The FacemakerWhat if the British Museum isn't a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits? When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters. It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum's contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection's cabinets and deep underground vaults. According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world's oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.

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Other titles in the series include: Hares, Hedgehogs and other British Animals Robins, Wrens and other British Birds Sharks, Seahorses and other British Sea Creatures Beetles, Butterflies and other British Minibeasts Horses, Hens and other British Farm Animals

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''An absorbingly creepy travelogue through the corridors, tunnels and basements of our most famous cultural repository. With Noah Angell as our guide, the British Museum becomes a haunted prison filled with imperial plunder and restless spirits clamouring for attention.'' - Malcolm Gaskill, author of The Ruin Of All Witches''Fascinating and illuminating'' - Peter Ackroyd''Brilliantly delicate, pointed, shivery... You could read it as a guide to which galleries to avoid - or to where the push for repatriation should be most urgent.'' - Erin L. Thompson, professor of art crime at the City University of New York''Achieves a near-impossible marriage between paranormal pop-culture, folklore and hauntology'' - Roger Clarke, author of A Natural History of Ghosts''A heady cocktail of history and folklore that leaves a haunting aftertaste... Spine-tingling'' - Lindsey Fitzharris, New York Times bestselling author of The Facemaker''A reader might well do as Angell did himself: come for the delicious ghost stories but stay for a complete takedown of the British Museum project.'' The New StatesmanWhat if the British Museum isn''t a carefully ordered cross section of history but is in instead a palatial trophy cabinet of colonial loot - swarming with volatile and errant spirits?When artist and writer Noah Angell first heard murmurs of ghostly sightings at the British Museum he had to find out more. What started as a trickle soon became a deluge as staff old and new - from overnight security to respected curators - brought him testimonies of their supernatural encounters.It became clear that the source of the disturbances was related to the Museum''s contents - unquiet objects, holy plunder, and restless human remains protesting their enforced stay within the colonial collection''s cabinets and deep underground vaults. According to those who have worked there, the institution is heaving with profound spectral disorder.Ghosts of the British Museum fuses storytelling, folklore and history, digs deep into our imperial past and unmasks the world''s oldest national museum as a site of ongoing conflict, where restless objects are held against their will.It now appears that the objects are fighting back.

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The Penguin Historical Atlas of the British Empire traces the emergence of the world''s greatest empire from its earliest beginnings in the British Isles, through its ascendancy in Victorian times, to its ultimate collapse in the mid-20th century. It examines the impact of British dominance in America, India and Africa, and the enormous changes brought by Britain''s settlement of Australasia. Coverage of major events - the colonization of Ireland, the American Revolution, the South African wars - is complemented by discussion of themes such as Imperial exploitation and trade, hunting for plants and animals, the Imperial exhibitions and the importance of British naval power. Also assessed are the impact of the Empire on different areas of the world and the legacy it has bestowed. Richly illustrated with photographs and full-colour maps, this is an illuminating and multi-faceted one-volume introduction to the rise and fall of the British Empire.

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Critic and curator Rianna Jade ParkerÂ’s A Brief History of Black British Art reveals the story of Black artists of African and Caribbean descent and their major contributions to the British art scene. Â Black artists in Britain have long been making major contributions to art history. While some of these artists have been embraced at times by the art world, for the most part they have not received the recognition they deserve. Â Taking as its starting point the London-based Caribbean Artists Movement, this concise introduction showcases the work of over 60 Black British artists from the 1960s until the present. The works included here offer a lens through which to understand and contextualize the political and cultural climate, while shedding light on the unique Black British experience. Constructed around contemporary thoughts on race, nationhood, citizenship, gender, class, sexuality, and aesthetics in Britain, this book explores themes at the heart of Black British Art. Â At a time when representation of Black artists and the interrogation of the ethics of the art world have taken on a renewed urgency, this is a timely and accessible publication that celebrates Black artists in Britain and their outstanding contribution to art and global culture. Â Includes color illustrations Â

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The definitive showcase of the year’s finest British short stories‘Bravo to Salt’s beacon of delight and intrigue – its annual collection of the UK’s best short stories, from established and emerging voices.’ —Duncan MinshullNow relaunched for a new era, Best British Short Stories returns with a bold new look and a renewed commitment to celebrating the art of the short story. As we enter our fifteenth volume, this much-loved annual collection continues to be the go-to anthology for readers seeking the most exciting and diverse voices in contemporary British fiction.Assembled by series editor Nicholas Royle, Best British Short Stories 2025 presents a stellar selection of stories first published in 2024, drawn from magazines, journals, anthologies, collections, chapbooks, and online. Whether you’re a devoted follower or discovering the series for the first time, this new edition reaffirms our mission to champion storytelling in all its forms.‘If the latest iteration of Salt’s Best British Short Stories collection is anything to go by then the genre remains in safe hands.’ —Lawrence Foley, TLSFeaturing stories by: David Bevan, Rose Biggin, Christopher Burns, Ian Critchley, Pippa Goldschmidt, Linden Hibbert, Hannah Hoare, Catrin Kean, Roger Luckhurst, Baret Magarian, Wyl Menmuir, Alison Moore, Okechukwu Nzelu, Simon Okotie, Imogen Reid, C. D. Rose, Iain Sinclair, Elizabeth Stott, Mark Valentine, and Naomi Wood.

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