erebus the story of a ship michael palin

_______________THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER: the remarkable true story of the exploration ship featured in The Terror In the early years of Queen Victoria s reign, HMS Erebus undertook two of the most ambitious naval expeditions of all time.On the first, she ventured further south than any human had ever been. On the second, she vanished with her 129-strong crew in the wastes of the Canadian Arctic, along with the HMS Terror.Her fate remained a mystery for over 160 years.Then, in 2014, she was found.This is her story._______________Now available: Michael Palin s North Korea Journals_______________A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK Beyond terrific . . . I didn t want it to end. Bill Bryson Illuminated by flashes of gentle wit . . . It s a fascinating story that [Palin] brings full-bloodedly to life. Guardian This is an incredible book . . . The Erebus story is the Arctic epic we ve all been waiting for. Nicholas Crane Thoroughly absorbs the reader. . . Carefully researched and well-crafted, it brings the story of a ship vividly to life. Sunday Times A great story . . . Told in a very relaxed and sometimes - as you might expect - very funny Palin style. David Baddiel, Daily Mail Magisterial . . . Brings energy, wit and humanity to a story that has never ceased to tantalise people since the 1840s. The Times

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The reason why the 80-day journey retains its appeal is that it is still the minimum time needed to go round the world and notice it. To see it, smell it and touch it at the same time . . . More than a century on from Phileas Fogg s fictional adventure around the world, Michael Palin sets out from the Reform Club to complete the route for himself. The rules are simple, but the rest of the journey will be far from straightforward. Around the World in Eighty Days takes us on a rollicking trip across the globe in the company of one of our finest travel writers. From train to ship to hot air balloon, this is an unparalleled tribute to man s ability to make life difficult for himself . . .

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China s story is extraordinarily rich and dramatic. Now Michael Wood, one of the UK s pre-eminent historians, brings it all together in a major new one-volume history of China that is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand its burgeoning role in our world today.China is the oldest living civilisation on earth, but its history is still surprisingly little known in the wider world. Michael Wood s sparkling narrative, which mingles the grand sweep with local and personal stories, woven together with the author s own travel journals, is an enthralling account of China s 4000-year-old tradition, taking in life stationed on the Great Wall or inside the Forbidden City. The story is enriched with the latest archaeological and documentary discoveries; correspondence and court cases going back to the Qin and Han dynasties; family letters from soldiers in the real-life Terracotta Army; stories from Silk Road merchants and Buddhist travellers, along with memoirs and diaries of emperors, poets and peasants.In the modern era, the book is full of new insights, with the electrifying manifestos of the feminist revolutionaries Qiu Jin and He Zhen, extraordinary eye-witness accounts of the Japanese invasion, the Great Famine and the Cultural Revolution under Chairman Mao, and fascinating newly published sources for the great turning points in China s modern history, including the Tiananmen Square crisis of 1989, and the new order of President Xi Jinping.A compelling portrait of a single civilisation over an immense period of time, the book is full of intimate detail and colourful voices, taking us from the desolate Mongolian steppes to the ultra-modern world of Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. It also asks what were the forces that have kept China together for so long? Why was China overtaken by the west after the 18th century? What lies behind China s extraordinary rise today? The Story of China tells a thrilling story of intense drama, fabulous creativity and deep humanity; a portrait of a country that will be of the greatest importance to the world in the twenty-first century.

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A PRESTO BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 Gripping. FINANCIAL TIMES Breathtaking. SIMON CALLOW Vivid. BBC MUSIC MAGAZINEA colourful and concise telling of the fascinating story behind Richard Wagnerâ ™s extraordinary masterpiece, Ring of the Nibelung.The Ring is one of the most epic and compelling stories of the nineteenth century, created by a composer who was, alongside Dickens, Tolstoy and Victor-Hugo, also one of the centuryâ ™s master storytellers. But the story of how Wagner created the work is one full of intrigue and triumphs against unlikely odds â “ as well as controversy, due to the composerâ ™s anti-semitic views and popularity with the Nazi party.In Story of the Century, Michael Downes combines cultural history and biography to offer this accessible and insightful introduction to The Ring and its mythology. He tells the story of how and why this extraordinary masterpiece came into being, why it takes the form it does, why it fascinates and obsesses so many and horrifies others, and why it matters.

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Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.A fascinating history of humankind. Discover how we evolved from ape-like beings to the modern humans we are today.Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books.Text type: An information bookCurriculum links: History and ScienceIdeas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.Human evolution is such a fast moving and exciting subject, with new finds changing our ideas and understanding of our ancestors. As Wendy and Michael couldnâ ™t find a book on human evolution suitable for their grandchildren, they decided they would write a book themselves â “ one that is up-to-date and interesting for all ages.The Story of Us: Becoming Human tells how we evolved together. It shows that we are all part of the same human family and that the differences between us are very small. This is a fitting message in todayâ ™s global society. It is one of the main reasons that Michael and Wendy wrote this book.

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Another hilarious adventure for children with Mr. Mummific, the mummy with attitude. Having described his death and long mummification process in his last book, How I Became a Mummy, he now tells the story of his mishaps, misunderstandings, and misadventures as he leaves his tomb through the False Door to embark on the complicated and hazardous journey to the Afterlife aboard the magnificent Ship of Millions. The dangers he faces along the way (and desperately hopes to avoid) include being left hanging upside-down from the cavern ceiling, being swallowed (and vomited out again) by a giant serpent, or becoming a tasty morsel for the hideous Eater of the Dead.Once again, the pompous and frequently perplexed former pharaoh is our entertaining guide to some of the traditions and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. Illustrated with eighty colorful scenes from the deathly existence of the funniest mummy youâ ™ll ever meet, Mummies, Monsters, and the Ship of Millions is a further ghastly treat for children and Egyptologists of all ages.

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Standing on what was one of the largest islands in the Cambridgeshire Fens, Ely has a rich and varied history. The Story of Ely takes an engaging look at this cathedral city from the earliest times to the modern day, recalling pivotal events and taking into account its unique architectural development and heritage. Illustrated with evocative images, the book brings to life Elyâ ™s history, from its annual fairs and the war years, to powerful bishops and famous residents. Well-known local historian Michael Rouse combines a lively tone with authoritative research to create a unique narrative on his beloved city and the people who have made it.

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This book celebrates the role that drawing and watercolor painting play in architecture. The beauty of the result will be inspiring to anyone who loves architecture and the attendant arts.The Art of the Architect celebrates the role that drawing and watercolor painting play in architecture. Architectural drawing as we know it dates from the Renaissance, but with the arrival of computer design programs this ancient art—formed of pen, pencil, and brushstrokes on paper—is sometimes regarded as obsolete. The work of Michael G. Imber, whose watercolors and sketches are published for the first time in paperback, shows what a vital contribution they can still make at every stage of an architectural project. His personal example is followed by his colleagues in a visual culture that permeates his practice, Michael G. Imber Architects. Whatever the place occupied by photographs, simulations, and visual graphics in the design process of today, hand drawing still facilitates a moment of deeper connection between an architect and his environment. Unlike a snap taken on a smart phone, a hand drawing is an active response to its subject: what is understood about a place in sensory terms cannot help but inform the finished design, creating buildings which maintain the balance between the way we live and the natural world around us. Not only do Michael’s sketches allow him to visualize his environment more clearly, but they provide an immediate visual language with which he can communicate with his team, his craftsmen, and his clients. Pen and wash is a suggestive, selective, and emotive technique. Rich in examples of the art and philosophy that have inspired him over the years, this book is both an ode to a precious art form, and a visual delight to anyone who may turn its pages. Michael’s attention to light, color, line, shape, and space in these “working paintings” reveals a love for the medium that extends from his architectural practice into the time he spends both traveling, and at his summer home on an island in Maine. The beauty of the result will be inspiring to anyone who loves architecture and the attendant arts.

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A sweeping story of danger, adventure and the high seas. From the nation⠙s favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo.⠜We all knew what was going to happen. We⠙d seen it before. A ship about to founder staggers before she falls. A huge wave broke over her stern and she did not come upright again.⠝Life on the Scilly Isles in 1907 is bleak and full of hardship. Laura⠙s twin brother, Billy, disappears, and then a storm devastates everything. It seems there⠙s little hope. But then the Zanzibar is wrecked on the island⠙s rocks, and everything changes ⠦The Wreck of the Zanzibar is a sea-swept story of storms, shipwrecks and survival ⠦ and a family tossed in the centre of it all. From the author of War Horse.Michael Morpurgo has written more than one hundred books for children and won the Whitbread Award, the Smarties Award, the Circle of Gold Award, the Children⠙s Book Award and has been short-listed for the Carnegie Medal four times.

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A heartwarming tale of courage, set against the backdrop of the Second World War, about a deserted village, a lifelong friendship and one very adventurous cat!â ˜A master storyteller at his bestâ ™ Sunday TimesItâ ™s 1943. Lily lives in a seaside village and her life is scarcely touched by the war. Until one day when the villagers are all told to move out of their homes.Soon, the whole area is out of bounds, as the allied forces prepare to invade France. But Tips, Lilyâ ™s cat, has other ideas â “ and returns to the forbidden area. Lily decides to enter the danger zone to look for Tips herself . . .

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For Winston Churchill the men and women at Bletchley Park were ‘the geese the laid the golden eggs , providing important intelligence that led to the Allied victory in the Second World War.At the peak of Bletchley s success, a total of twelve thousand people worked there of whom more than eight thousand were women. These included a former ballerina who helped to crack the Enigma Code; a debutante working for the Admiralty with a direct line to Churchill; the convent girl who operated the Bombes, the top secret machines that tested Enigma settings; and the German literature student whose codebreaking saved countless lives at D-Day.All these women were essential cogs in a very large machine, yet their stories have been kept secret.In The Debs of Bletchley Park author Michael Smith, trustee of Bletchley Park and chair of the Trust s Historical Advisory Committee, tells their tale. Through interviews with the women themselves and unique access to the Bletchley Park archives, Smith reveals how they came to be there, the lives they gave up to do ‘their bit for the war effort, and the part they played in the vital work of ‘Station X .They are an incredible set of women, and this is their story.

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Pronounced guilty of libel and sentenced to a year in prison, novelist Émile Zola went on the run. Zola⠙s crime had been to defend a wrongly convicted man, in what became known as the Dreyfus Affair. Fleeing the French state with just hours to spare he ended up living in the suburbs of south London unable to speak a word of English. Michael Rosen brings to life the sleepy world of late Victorian suburbia, Zola⠙s turbulent politics and his tangled private life. Desperate to write a novel, he was also trying to balance the extremely delicate matter of the two women in his life ⠓ one the mother of his children, the other his wife. The Disappearance of Émile Zola is the incredible true story of a writer⠙s personal bravery in the face of the greatest political scandal of the age.

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In 1187, nearly a century after the victorious First Crusade, Saladin captured Jerusalem. The Templars, headquartered on the Temple Mount, were driven from the city along with the Frankish population.The fall of Jerusalem was a turning point, the start of a narrative of desperate struggle and relentless loss. In little more than a century Acre would be destroyed, the Franks driven from Outremer, and the Templars themselves, reviled and disgraced, would face their final immolation.Michael Haag s new book explores the rise and fall of the Templars against the backdrop of the Crusader ideal and their settlement venture in Outremer. Haag argues that the Crusader States were a rare period when the population of Palestine had something approaching local rule, representing local interests - and the fall of Jerusalem to Saladin was a disaster. He contends that the Templars, as defenders of the Crusader States, were made scapegoats for a Europe whose newfound nationalism caused it to withdraw support for the Crusader venture. Throughout, he charts the Templars rise and fall in gripping narrative, with their beliefs and actions set in the context of their time.

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A true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything.Michael Morpurgoâ ™s wonderful storytelling and Barrouxâ ™s stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michaelâ ™s uncles against the epic backdrop of World War Two.Francis and Pieter are brothers. As the shadow of one war lingers, and the rumbles of another approach, the brothers argue. Francis is a fierce pacifist, while Pieter signs up to fight. What happens next will change the course of Francisâ ™s life forever â ¦ and throw him into the mouth of the wolf.

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The funniest book in the English language . Richard Osman It made me laugh so much I fell out of bed. Sebastian FaulksMichael Frayn s classic novel is set in the crossword and nature notes department of an obscure national newspaper during the declining years of Fleet Street, where John Dyson dreams wistfully of fame and the gentlemanly life - until one day his great chance of glory at last arrives. Michael Frayn is the celebrated author of fifteen plays including Noises Off, Copenhagen and Afterlife. His bestselling novels include Headlong, which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, Spies, which won the Whitbread Best Novel Award and Skios, which was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize. Still ranks with Evelyn Waugh s Scoop as one of the funniest novels about journalists ever written. Sunday Times A sublimely funny comedy about the ways newspapers try to put lives into words. Spectator

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The latest research shows that there is a right time for all of us to do everything, from drinking a cocktail to getting a flu shot. The catch? That right time varies from person to person. Fortunately, as Dr Michael Breus proves in The Power of When, learning to work with your body clock to achieve maximum health and productivity is easy, exciting and fun. When we stop focusing on the how and what of our lives and start focusing on the when , we reveal our body s natural schedule and unlock our hidden potential. In The Power of When, Dr Breus presents a groundbreaking new programme based on the most cutting-edge research for how to get back in sync with your body s natural rhythm. Filled with fascinating facts, true-life success stories, fun personality quizzes and easy to follow guidelines, The Power of When will teach you how to not only understand your own body clock, but the body clocks of everyone around you. After you ve taken Dr Breus s comprehensive chronotype (body clock) quiz (are you a bear, a lion, a dolphin, or a wolf?) you ll learn to schedule your day for peak productivity and well-being. Whether you are interested in the nitty gritty of body clock research or just want to follow the big-picture plan and learn how to be your best, The Power of When promises to help you achieve your goals.

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#39;Superb... Beautifully written and thoroughly researched #39; - Guardian A beautifully illustrated travelogue, chronicling the life and work of one of the world greatest poets. Du Fu (712-70) is one of China’s greatest poets. His career coincided with periods of famine, war and huge upheaval, yet his secular philosophical vision, combined with his empathy for the common folk of his nation, ensured that he soon became revered. Like Shakespeare or Dante, his poetry resonates in a timeless manner that ensures it is always relevant and offers something new to the modern generation. Now, in this beautifully illustrated book, broadcaster and historian Michael Wood follows in his footsteps to try to understand the places that inspired Du Fu to write some of the most famous and best-loved poetry the world has known. The themes he wrote about – friendship, family, human suffering – are universal and in our troubled times are just as relevant as they were almost 1,300 years ago.

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The GLAAD Award-winning co-creator of Wynd delivers a timely and topical fable, for fans of Twig and Marceline the Scream Queen!The elusive guardian spirit Zawa is eternally trapped inside her mountain, a folk legend with only industrial sludge to eat, and nothing to nourish her. The result is nothing but bitterness, paranoia, and an existence that no one would envy. But when two siblings from a nearby village, Bandit and Thatcher, help her escape, they’ll quickly learn that the way to calm Zawa’s heart is through a good meal shared with friends! But with a corrupt mayor and his private army enraged at the prospect of Zawa being free, it will take more getting involved to truly set things right… From GLAAD Award-winning and Eisner Award-nominated cartoonist Michael Dialynas (Wynd, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), this macabre yet charming eco-fable about the freedom in friendship and nature overcoming greed will charm the hearts of readers of all ages. Collects Zawa + The Belly of the Beast #1-5.

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Pastor and author Jonathan Murphy provides readers with a framework—a master plot—to the story of all history. This deep exploration of Scripture reveals that God is in complete command of this universe and how He guides everyone s story: past, present, and future. Good stories make you laugh, cry, fear, dream, hope. They engage our hearts, entertain our minds, and enlighten our souls. God wrote a story—the best story ever!—full of drama, adventure, love, sacrifice, redemption, and has an ending that seems too good to be true. And the greatest thing about God s story is that we are all part of it. His story provides the meaning of life that brings fulfillment of our desires and purpose for our existence.? The Story of God and Us shows not only what God is doing from creation to eternity, but how everything makes sense as you read the Bible from the beginning of Genesis to the end of Revelation. World history is not made up of random people and events but of divine appointment and purpose. In this book, Jonathan Murphy leads readers to understand how: the meaning of life is essential to a fulfilling relationship and partnership with God; God accomplishes His plans in a pleasing and connecting way; a multidimensional view of Scripture can engage and delight even the most disinterested and distracted; and seeing the big picture can provide a fresh look at how our story clearly fits into God s. As Jonathan retells God s story through a fresh lens, Christians will better understand how much God loves them, how He desires us to live with Him and for Him, and why we should invite others into this amazing story every chance that we get!

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An updated edition â “ with completely new chapters â “ of the most accessible and compelling history of the cinema yet published, and complements Mark Cousins fascinating 15-hour film documentary The Story of Film: An Odyssey.Filmmaker and author Mark Cousins shows how filmmakers are influenced both by the historical events of their times, and by each other. He demonstrates, for example, how Douglas Sirkâ ™s Hollywood melodramas of the 1950s influenced Rainer Werner Fassbinderâ ™s despairing visions of 1970s Germany; and how George Lucasâ ™ Star Wars epics grew out of Akira Kurosawaâ ™s The Hidden Fortress.The Story of Film is divided into three main epochs: Silent (1885â “1928), Sound (1928â “1990) and Digital (1990â “Present). Films are discussed within chapters reflecting both the stylistic concerns of the film-makers and the political and social themes of the time. This edition includes new text that encompasses the further-reaching scope of world cinema today, and the huge leaps in technology that have changed cinema screens forever.Film is an international medium, so as well as covering the great American films and film-makers, The Story of Film explores cinema in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australasia and South America, and shows how cinematic ideas and techniques cross national boundaries. Avoiding jargon and obscure critical theory, the author constantly places himself in the role of the moviegoer watching a film, and asks: â ˜How does a scene or a story affect us, and why?â ™ In so doing he gets to the heart of cinematic technique, explaining how film-makers use lighting, framing, focal length and editing to create their effects. Clearly written, and illustrated with over 400 stills, including numerous sequences explaining how scenes work, The Story of Film is essential reading for both film students and moviegoers alike.

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For readers of mythology, an original and introspective journey through the life of the Buddha accompanied by 26 beautiful color illustrations and 8 meditations.From longtime Zen teacher and poet John Tarrant, this is an original retelling of the foundational myth of Buddhism—the life of the Buddha. Told and retold for centuries, this story holds a special place in the human legacy because it is, ultimately, an investigation of the nature of mind and consciousness. Literary-minded readers and fans of myths and folklore will be especially drawn to the Buddha’s encounters with kings, gods, heroes, monsters, and wise teachers in his spiritual quest.In this captivating narrative, the author leans into his memories of the Egyptian and Greek myths he encountered as a child. “If we pour ourselves into the story of the Buddha,” he writes, “we enter the journey from an unusual place as far as myths go; we begin where the Odyssey ends.” The Buddha already had everything—a palace, family, food, wealth—yet he was suffocating with discontent. He needed to embark on a journey involving pain, searching, magic, and personal discovery. This led to his awakening and the teachings that form the basis of Buddhism.John Tarrant frames the story with an intimate, inquisitive introduction and postscript that reflect his decades of studying koans and will resonate with a broad readership. The story of the Buddha is personal—it becomes your own story, opening an unexpected path to awakening. If you listen to the images that arise in its telling, you can find where you are in life and where you are headed.The Buddha’s story becomes more personal with the concluding section of reflections and eight meditations about his life drawn from the Zen tradition. The book’s gorgeous full-color historical illustrations of characters and events in the Buddha’s life enrich the narrative journey. This lovely little book is a meaningful gift or addition to your own bedside or coffee table.

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Kniha - autor Marjane Satrapi, 344 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Wise, often funny, sometimes heartbreaking, "Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood" tells the story of Marjane Satrapi's life in Tehran from the ages of six to fourteen, years that saw the overthrow of the Shah's regime, the triumph of the Islamic Revolution and the devastating effects of war with Iraq. The intelligent and outspoken child of radical Marxists, and the great-grandaughter of Iran's last emperor, Satrapi bears witness to a childhood uniquely entwined with the history of her country. Persepolis paints an unforgettable portrait of daily life in Iran and of the bewildering contradictions between home life and public life. Amidst the tragedy, Marjane's child's eye view adds immediacy and humour, and her story of a childhood at once outrageous and ordinary, beset by the unthinkable and yet buffered by an extraordinary and loving family, is immensely moving. It is also very...

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It is a story like no other: an epic of endurance against destruction, of creativity in oppression, joy amidst grief, the affirmation of life against the steepest of odds. It spans the millennia and the continents â “ from India to Andalusia and from the bazaars of Cairo to the streets of Oxford. It takes you to unimagined places: to a Jewish kingdom in the mountains of southern Arabia; a Syrian synagogue glowing with radiant wall paintings; the palm groves of the Jewish dead in the Roman catacombs. And its voices ring loud and clear, from the severities and ecstasies of the Bible writers to the love poems of wine bibbers in a garden in Muslim Spain. Within these pages, the Talmud burns in the streets of Paris, massed gibbets hang over the streets of medieval London, a Majorcan illuminator redraws the world; candles are lit, chants are sung, mules are packed, ships loaded with spice and gems founder at sea. And a great story unfolds. Not â “ as often imagined â “ of a culture apart, but of a Jewish world immersed in and imprinted by the peoples among whom they have dwelled, from the Egyptians to the Greeks, from the Arabs to the Christians.Which makes the story of the Jews everyoneâ ™s story, too.

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A 2022 BOOK OF THE YEAR FOR: Sunday Times * Irish Times * Spectator * Financial Times * Telegraph * Aspects of Historyâ ˜The history book you need if you want to understand modern Russia ANNE APPLEBAUMâ ˜A magnificent, magisterial thousand year history of Russia . . . by one of the masters of Russian scholarship SIMON SEBAG MONTEFIOREâ ˜A great historian at the peak of his powers WILLIAM DALRYMPLE [An] excellent short studyâ ™ MAX HASTINGS, SUNDAY TIMESâ ˜If you really want to understand Putinâ ™s Russia today, anchored in its past of myths, then you simply have to read Figesâ ™s superb accountâ ™ ANTONY BEEVOR A lucid chronological journey that ably illustrates how narratives from the nationâ ™s past have been used to shape its autocratic presentâ ™ OBSERVER A valuable, instructive overview INDEPENDENT -------------------------From the great storyteller of Russia, a spellbinding account of the stories that have shaped the countryâ ™s past â “ and how they can inform its present.No other country has been so divided over its own past as Russia. None has changed its story so often. How the Russians came to tell their story, and to reinvent it as they went along, is a vital aspect of their history, their culture and beliefs. To understand what Russiaâ ™s future holds â “ to grasp what Putinâ ™s regime means for Russia and the world â “ we need to unravel the ideas and meanings of that history.In The Story of Russia, Orlando Figes brings into sharp relief the vibrant characters that comprise Russiaâ ™s rich history, and whose stories remain so important in making sense of the worldâ ™s largest nation today â “ from the crowning of sixteen-year-old Ivan the Terrible in a candlelit cathedral, to Catherine the Great, riding out in a green uniform to arrest her husband at his palace, to the bitter last days of the Romanovs.Beautifully written and based on a lifetime of scholarship, The Story of Russia is a major and definitive work from the great storyteller of Russian history: sweeping, suspenseful, masterful.-------------------------PRAISE FOR ORLANDO FIGESâ ˜An outstanding historian and writer, he brings distant history so close that you could feel its heartbeatâ ™KARL OVE KNAUSGAARD Figes knows more about Russia than any other historian MAX HASTINGS, SUNDAY TIMES

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A stunning visual celebration of cars over a century of progress!Introducing The Story of the Car - a historical and visual exploration of awe-inspiring automobiles over a period of one hundred years, from the first horseless carriage to driverless vehicles, this all-encompassing car book takes you on a journey to explore the ways in which this once rare and luxurious status symbol has become a fundamental part of everyday life. So get in gear and drive straight in to discover: Fact-filled narrative spreads, profiles, and features offer readers an unrivalled range and breadth of information Packed with colour photographs and artworks, fascinating facts, and biographies that bring every aspect of motoring to life Covers cutting-edge advances in car technology providing the very latest information Features specially commissioned photography, alongside evocative and rarely seen archive images Taking you on a technical journey inside the engine of a luxury car, and into the lives of the most successful pioneers of automobile history, the book also explores the possibilities of the green motoring, the electric engine, and the uses of AI on the roads of the future. Combining rarely seen images, insightful biographies.and fascinating features, The Story of the Car illustrates how after over a century of progress and development, cars still convey that undeniable sense of freedom, passion, excitement and desire. From the romance of Route 66, to mainstream motor-racing, alternative car culture to taming the traffic, this all-encompassing book on cars has something for everybody to explore and love. A must-have volume for motoring enthusiasts, whether a gift or a self-purchase, The Story of the Car hosts a plethora of fascinating topics, divided into 8 key chapters, in chronological order.From inventing the car in 1885 and the birth of the automobile industry between 1906-1925, to driving into the future at the start of the new millennium, explore speed, power and style as you race across the world with your new-found knowledge on all things automobiles!On your mark, get set, go!

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Inspire your child with the true story of Caitlin Clarkâ ”record-breaker, barrier-breaker, and basketball icon.Before Caitlin Clark was lighting up the WNBA and making sports history, she was a kid in Iowa with a fierce passion for basketball and a dream bigger than any court. The Story of Caitlin Clark is a motivational childrenâ ™s biography designed for readers ages 6 to 9, showing how dedication, family support, and fearless ambition can turn a love of the game into a lifelong legacy.Part of the popular The Story Of series, this book makes Caitlinâ ™s inspiring rise easy for young readers to connect withâ ”whether theyâ ™re shooting hoops or chasing dreams of their own.Why families and educators love this book:Real-life role model for young readers â “ Caitlinâ ™s journey proves that girls can lead, break records, and redefine whatâ ™s possible in sports and beyond.Confidence-boosting and empowering â “ Encourages self-belief, persistence, and courage in children exploring their passions.Kid-friendly and classroom-ready â “ Features short chapters, accessible language, vocabulary tools, and discussion questions for deeper learning.With glowing reader reviews, The Story of Caitlin Clark is more than a biographyâ ”itâ ™s a meaningful conversation starter, a motivational spark, and a new favorite for fans of The Story of Simone Biles, The Story of Misty Copeland, and The Story of Taylor Swift.Let your young reader meet a modern legendâ ”and find their own fire inside.

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This, along with The Tale of Miss Moppet, was intended for very young children. It is a simple tale of what befalls a rude little rabbit that doesn t say please before he takes something that belongs to someone else.The Story of A Fierce Bad Rabbit is number 20 in Beatrix Potter s series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows:1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin3 The Tailor of Gloucester4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher8 The Tale of Tom Kitten9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod15 The Tale of Pigling Bland16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers17 The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan18 The Tale of Ginger and Pickles19 The Tale of Little Pig Robinson20 The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit21 The Story of Miss Moppet22 Appley Dapply s Nursery Rhymes23 Cecily Parsley s Nursery Rhymes

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The incredible story of how a house was witness to German history Telegraph A touching picturebook which shows children that large events can have repercussions even in small and unheralded places Wall Street JournalA beautiful picture-book adaptation of Thomas Harding s Costa-shortlisted biography for adults, exquisitely illustrated by Britta Teckentrup.On the outskirts of Berlin, a wooden cottage stands on the shore of a lake. Over the course of a century, this little house played host to a loving Jewish family, a renowned Nazi composer, wartime refugees and a Stasi informant; in that time, a world war came and went, and the Berlin Wall was built a stone s throw from the cottage s back door. Thomas Harding first shared this remarkable story in his Costa-shortlisted biography The House by the Lake ⠓ now he has rendered it into a deeply moving picture-book for young readers. With words that read like a haunting fairy-tale, and magnificent artwork by Britta Teckentrup, this is the astonishing true story of the house by the lake. An atmospheric and ultimately uplifting tale with delicate, ethereal images The Financial TimesPRAISE FOR THE ORIGINAL BIOGRAPHY OF THE HOUSE BY THE LAKE: A Radio 4 Book of the WeekNamed a Best Book of the Year by: The Times New Statesman Daily Express Commonweal magazineShortlisted for the Costa Biography Award 2015Longlisted for the Orwell Prize 2016Over 50 five-star reviews on Amazon A passionate memoir. ⠓ Neil MacGregor A superb portrait of twentieth century Germany seen through the prism of a house which was lived in, and lost, by five different families. A remarkable book. ⠓ Tom Holland A book that will stay with me for a very long time. ⠓ Rachel Joyce A superb work of social history. ⠓ The Sunday Times Diamond brilliant ... an extraordinary book. ⠓ Sunday Express A deft history of a cabin containing many secrets. ⠓ Independent A fascinating window on a tumultuous period ⠓ Financial Times Original, personal, moving and uplifting ⠓ Literary Review This is a history that is often poignant, sometimes heartening, and never other than intimate. ⠓ Spectator An extraordinary book⠦. Harding has extracted the past from the dust that collects between floorboards and from layers of peeling wallpaper.⠝ ⠓ Washington PostSEE ALSO THOMAS HARDING S NEW BIOGRAPHY, LEGACY: I was riveted: this is a fascinating social history. ⠓ Nigella Lawson Written with love and imagination ... a masterclass in historical empathy. ⠓ TLS Nobody quite stirs the soup of historical detail like Harding. ⠓ Express

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This is the definitive tale of how our island history is written in stone.The Stones of Britain is about how rocks make places, exploring the connection between geology and landscape, the stones beneath the surface and the history that has played out above it. It movingly investigates the diverse character of the British landscape, and the rich variety of places that have come to be as a result. We discover that the shattered granite landscape of Dartmoor is different from the soft red sandstone hills of east Devon; the rolling chalk downs distinct from the gritty moors of Yorkshire - and each has a unique, fascinating story to tell. Interweaved with beautiful meditations on place, home and belonging, The Stones of Britain interprets these stories. It explains the nature of place on the island of Britain, revealing the landscape as the joint product of geology and man: an extraordinary history rooted in stone.Jon Cannon (1962-2023) was an architectural historian, lecturer and Canon Historian for Bristol Cathedral, and also worked for the Royal Commission on the Historical Monument of England and English Heritage. Unfortunately Jon passed in the process of making this book, but his passion for landscape, history and culture lives on and leaps defiantly off the page - culminating in a richly researched and hugely special offering.

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One God. Three Persons. But how?· Discover the incredible true story of how Christians came to understand the doctrine of the Trinity· Understand the Nicene Creed as a beautiful and balanced confession of our faith· From a dynamic writer and respected professorChristians believe in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. One God in three persons. Yet many would be hard-pressed to explain why they believe this, or even where it might be found in Scripture. In engaging, accessible prose, The Story of the Trinity relates the settings, characters, and conflicts that led to the Council of Nicaea and the creation of the Nicene Creed, a simple yet beautiful statement of faith that expresses core Christian beliefs that continue to be affirmed worldwide. Rather than getting bogged down in dry semantics, Bryan M. Litfin recounts the dynamic story of how the one God revealed himself as triune in both the Old and New Testaments, unfolding this core doctrine of the church so that it not only makes sense, but brings glory to God and expresses the true nature of the gospel.*** Refreshingly unstuffy. It s a glorious gift to get to sit at the feet of a brilliant theological scholar who has the tender heart of a pastor. The Story of the Trinity is that kind of experience. --Lisa Harper, bestselling author, speaker, and host of the Back Porch Theology podcast A masterclass in distilling biblical, theological, and historical content into an engaging and enjoyable narrative of cosmic proportions. Skeptics and believers alike will profit from Litfin s charm and sagacity. --Coleman M. Ford, PhD, assistant professor of humanities, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Highly recommended. How encouraging to observe such a rigorous study from a well-known evangelical theologian! --Patrick Henry Reardon, senior editor, Touchstone: A Journal of Mere Christianity

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This wonderful book introduces children to the story of life and how it all began. Using bitesize text and beautifully bright illustrations this is the perfect book for budding scientists and those eager to learn more about our amazing planet. Are you ready for an exciting and dramatic story about how life began and developed on Planet Earth? Packed full of fascinating facts and funny illustrations, this is the perfect introduction to life on earth for even the youngest of readers. At first, nothing lived on Earth. It was a noisy, hot, scary place. Choking gas exploded from volcanoes and oceans of lava bubbled around the globe...Then in the deep, dark ocean, something amazing happened. Find out how the first living cell was created, and how the cells multiply and create jellyfish and worms, and then fish with bendy necks, which drag themselves out of the water into swampy forests. Discover the story of the biggest creatures that have ever walked on land – the dinosaurs. Long after that, hairy creatures who have babies, not eggs, take over, stand on two legs and spread around the world, some of them living through cataclysmic events such as ice ages and volcanic eruptions. CLICK HERE to download Teachers #39; Notes specially written by the authors, Catherine Barr and Steve Williams, to assist teachers and librarians in the promotion and teaching of The Story of Lifein schools and to help foster a love of good books, literature and reading in children.

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The Story of Porsche is a compact and beautifully designed review of the iconic car manufacturer.From the alluring curves to the powerful engineering, Porsche has been synonymous with both luxury and race car manufacturing for more than 90 years. In The Story of Porsche, every component of the legendary brand s success is studied and celebrated, from turbulent beginnings to its ascent to the summit of car design and construction.Blending heritage with innovation and brand identity with creativity, Porsche has produced some of the most beloved models of sport and luxury car alike. From the timeless designs of the 911 and Carrera, to the dynamism of the 917, the fabled marque has instilled class and faultless engineering into each and every one of its creations. With 19 victories at Le Mans, Porsche has also proved itself to be as successful on the racetrack as it is on the streets; revered, respected and treasured in equal measure.These victories on both the podium and in the marketplace are rendered here in stunning detail through insightful text and exceptional photography. This is a story packed with blind corners and steep climbs, in a package that will sit perfectly on any Porsche fan s bookshelf.

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The nation s go-to woman for all things space... her joy for the subject is boundless – The GuardianTake a new look at the world around you.What is a planet? Is there life on Mars? What makes Earth so special?Questions about our Solar System have fascinated us for centuries. Based on the latest scientific research, The Story of the Solar System will help you see the planets around us in a whole new light. Using colourful and easy-to-follow infographics, each planet becomes a character with a story of its own to tell, from Jupiter the King of the Solar System to ice oddity Uranus and outlier planet-but-not-a-planet Pluto.As space scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock shows us, the story of Earth is best understood as part of its larger family, and The Story of the Solar System will bring that family to life.

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The Story of Lamborghini is a pocket-sized and wonderfully designed celebration of this most astonishing of supercar manufacturers.With their incredible looks and performance to match, Ferruccio Lamborghini s cars have been synonymous with speed and exclusivity for more than 60 years. In The Story of Lamborghini, every aspect of the legendary brand s success is celebrated, from Ferruccio s famous argument with Enzo Ferrari that led to the creation of the company, to Lamborghini s position at the peak of jaw-dropping design and construction.Lamborghini has produced some of the most sought-after cars ever made. From the Miura of the 1960s to the Countach of the 1980s, and from the Diablo of the 1990s to the extraordinary Revuelto hypercar of today, this famous marque is a by-word for outrageous styling and performance - since 1990, all Lamborghini sports cars have boasted a top speed of over 200mph.Filled with stunning imagery and insightful commentary, The Story of Lamborghini charts the history of this legendary marque in a package that will sit perfectly on any car fan s bookshelf.

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Neil Hegarty s bestselling history of Ireland is a story crowded with the drama of complex characters, shifting allegiances and changing identities. Revisiting the major turning points in the Irish story, Hegarty looks not only at the dynamics of what happened in Ireland, but also at the role of events abroad. With a new afterword that covers the dramatic events of 2011 - including the multi-billion-euro international bailout of Ireland s economy, Fianna Fáil s electoral meltdown, and the first ever visit by a British sovereign to the Irish Republic - Story of Ireland is the history of a country shaped by and helping shape the world around it. Accompanying a landmark series coproduced by the BBC and RTE, and with an introduction by series presenter, Fergal Keane, Story of Ireland is an epic account of Ireland s history for an entire new generation.

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Celebrating 85 years of Sparking ImaginationsA beautiful clothbound edition of the much-loved modern classic The Story of Tracy Beaker. Bound in real cloth with two coloured foils and sprayed coloured edges, this deluxe edition is a perfect gift or collectorâ ™s item. Part of an eight book set published to mark the 85th anniversary of Puffin Books. With a brand-new foreword from Beth Lincoln. I m Tracy Beaker. This is a book all about me. I d read it if I were you. It s the most incredible dynamic heart-rending story. Honest. Tracy is ten years old. She lives in a Children s Home but would like a real home one day, with a real family. Meet Tracy, follow her story and share her hopes for the future in this beautifully observed, touching and often very funny tale, all told in Tracy s own words.Collect all eight titles in the Puffin Clothbound 85th Anniversary CollectionTHE STORY OF TRACY BEAKER by Jacqueline Wilson with a foreword by Beth LincolnDIARY OF A WIMPY KID by Jeff Kinney with a foreword by Dapo AdeolaCHARLOTTEâ ™S WEB by E.B. White with a foreword by Jordan LeesMATILDA by Roald Dahl with a foreword by Robin StevensTHE EXTREMELY EMBARRASSING LIFE OF LOTTIE BROOKS by Katie Kirby with a foreword by Nadia ShireenPERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS: THE LIGHTNING THIEF by Rick Riordan with a foreword by Nazneen Ahmed PathakPIG-HEART BOY by Malorie Blackman with a foreword by Adam KayWONDER by R.J. Palacio with a foreword by Tom Fletcher

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An epic adventure: from the Vikings to the Enlightenment, from barbaric outpost to global hub, this book tells the dazzling history of northern Europe s transformation by sea. Pye writes like a dream. Magnificent Jerry Brotton, author of A History of the World in Twelve Maps______________This is a story of saints and spies, of anglers and pirates, traders and marauders - and of how their wild and daring journeys across the North Sea built the world we know.When the Roman Empire retreated, northern Europe was a barbarian outpost at the very edge of everything. A thousand years later, it was the heart of global empires and the home of science, art, enlightenment and money. We owe this transformation to the tides and storms of the North Sea.Boats carried food and raw materials, but also new ideas and information. The seafarers raided, ruined and killed, but they also settled and coupled. With them they brought new tastes and technologies - books, science, clothes, paintings and machines. Drawing on an astonishing breadth of learning and packed with human stories and revelations, this is the epic drama of how we came to be who we are.______________ A closely-researched and fascinating characterisation of the richness of life and the underestimated interconnections of the peoples all around the medieval and early modern North Sea Chris Wickham, author of The Inheritance of Rome: A History of Europe from 400 to 1000 Elegant writing and extraordinary scholarship . . . Miraculous Hugh Aldersey-Williams, author of Periodic Tales and Anatomies Bristling, wide-ranged and big-themed . . . at its most meaningful, history involves a good deal of art and storytelling. Pye s book is full of both Russell Shorto, New York Times For anyone, like this reviewer, who is tired of medieval history as a chronicle of kings and kingdoms, knights and ladies, monks and heretics, The Edge of the World provides a welcome respite Prof Patrick J Geary, Wall Street Journal

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERâ ˜The farewell calls from the planesâ ¦ the mounting terror of air traffic controlâ ¦ the mothers who knew they were witnessing their loved ones perishâ ¦ From an author whoâ ™s spent 5 years reconstructing its horror, never has the story been told with such devastating, human forceâ ™ Daily MailThis is a 9/11 book like no other. Masterfully weaving together multiple strands of the events in New York, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, Fall and Rise is a mesmerising, minute-by-minute account of that terrible day.In the days and months after 9/11, Mitchell Zuckoff, then a reporter for the Boston Globe, wrote about the attacks, the victims, and their families. After further years of meticulous reporting, Zuckoff has filled Fall and Rise with voices of the lost and the saved. The result is an utterly gripping book, filled with intimate stories of people most affected by the events of that sunny Tuesday in September: an out-of-work actor stuck in an elevator in the North Tower of the World Trade Center; the heroes aboard Flight 93 deciding to take action; a veteran trapped in the inferno in the Pentagon; the fire chief among the first on the scene in sleepy Shanksville; a team of firefighters racing to save an injured woman and themselves; and the men, women, and children flying across country to see loved ones or for work who suddenly faced terrorists bent on murder.Fall and Rise will open new avenues of understanding for everyone who thinks they know the story of 9/11, bringing to life â “ and in some cases, bringing back to life â “ the extraordinary ordinary people who experienced the worst day in modern American history.Destined to be a classic, Fall and Rise will move, shock, inspire, and fill hearts with love and admiration for the human spirit as it triumphs in the face of horrifying events.

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Discover more than a century of automotive excellence in this photographic celebration of Maserati.Since 1914, Maserati has been at the forefront of sport and luxury motoring - the famous trident adorning many of the most beautiful cars of the last century. In this elegantly designed book in the bestselling Story of Cars series, The Story of Maserati gives readers a fascinating look into the people, the innovations and, of course, the cars that have helped define the brand as one of the premier names in Italian carmaking.Founded and headquartered in Italy s Emilia-Romagna region, Maserati has retained a quintessentially Italian quality throughout its history, embodied in its unfailingly sumptuous designs. Each of the manufacturer s most iconic models is showcased here: from the Quattroporte and 3500 GT to the Ghibli and GranTurismo. Maserati s long and storied participation in motorsport is also covered here, from its time in Formula 1 and touring car series, to its re-emergence in Formula E from 2022.Packed with stunning photography and a fascinating text, The Story of Maserati charts the history of this exceptional marque in perfectly giftable package.

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Hope Jahren asks the central question of our time: how can we learn to live on a finite planet? The Story of More is thoughtful, informative and - above all - essential Elizabeth Kolbert, author of The Sixth ExtinctionHope Jahren is an award-winning geobiologist, a brilliant writer, an inspiring teacher, and one of the seven billion people with whom we share this earth. In The Story of More, Jahren illuminates the link between human consumption habits and our imperiled planet. In short, highly readable chapters, she takes us through the science behind the key inventions - from electric power to large-scale farming and automobiles - that, even as they help us, release untenable amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. She explains the current and projected consequences of greenhouse gases - from superstorms to rising sea levels - and the actions that all of us can take to fight back. At once an explainer on the mechanisms of warming and a lively, personal narrative given to us in Jahren s inimitable voice, The Story of More is the essential pocket primer on climate change that will leave an indelible impact on everyone who reads it.

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The Story of a New Name, the second book of the Neapolitan Quartet, picks up the story where My Brilliant Friend left off. Lila has recently married and made her entrée into the family business; Elena, meanwhile, continues her studies and her exploration of the world beyond the neighbourhood that she so often finds stifling. Love, jealousy, family, freedom, commitment, and above all friendship: these are signs under which both women live out this phase in their stories. Marriage appears to have imprisoned Lila, and the pressure to excel is at times too much for Elena. Yet the two young women share a complex and evolving bond that is central to their emotional lives and is a source of strength in the face of life s challenges. In the Neapolitan Quartet, Elena Ferrante gives readers a poignant and universal story about friendship and belonging.

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The Story of Art, one of the most famous and popular books on art ever written, has been a world bestseller for over four decades. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, and one who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject.For the first time in many years the book has been completely redesigned. The illustrations, now in colour throughout, have all been improved and reoriginated, and include six fold-outs. The text has been revised and updated where appropriate, and a number of significant new artists have been incorporated. The bibliographies have been expanded and updated, and the maps and charts redrawn.The Story of Art has always been admired for two key qualities: it is a pleasure to read and a pleasure to handle. In these respects the new edition is true to its much-loved predecessors: the text runs as smoothly as ever and the improved illustrations are always on the page where the reader needs them. In its new edition, this classic work continues its triumphant progress tirelessly for yet another generation, to remain the title of first choice for any newcomer to art or the connoisseur.

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Anyone looking for the most readable survey of the history of art from the [sic] cave paintings to the 20th century should buy the new, beautifully produced pocket edition of The Story of Art, still one of the great classics of art criticism. ⠓ IndependentA cornerstone of art history ⠓ in a compact yet readable format and with a new preface by the author s granddaughter The Story of Art has been a global bestseller for over half a century ⠓ the finest and most popular introduction ever written, published globally in more than 30 languages. Attracted by the simplicity and clarity of his writing, readers of all ages and backgrounds have found in Professor Gombrich a true master, who combines knowledge and wisdom with a unique gift for communicating his deep love of the subject.Updated with a stunning new cover and a preface written specially by Professor Gombrich s granddaughter Leonie, this pocket format allows Gombrich s classic work to continue its triumphant progress for another generation, and to remain the title of first choice for all newcomers to art and its history.

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From the author of the critically acclaimed, award-winning bestseller Ishmael and its sequel, My Ishmael, comes a powerful novel with one of the most profound spiritual testaments of our time “A compelling ‘humantale’ that will unglue, stun, shock, and rearrange everything you’ve learned and assume about Western civilization and our future.”—Paul Hawken, author of The Ecology of Commerce Father Jared Osborne has received an extraordinary assignment from his superiors: Investigate an itinerant preacher stirring up deep trouble in central Europe. His followers call him B, but his enemies say he’s something else: the Antichrist. However, the man Osborne tracks across a landscape of bars, cabarets, and seedy meeting halls is no blasphemous monster—though an earlier era would undoubtedly have rushed him to the burning stake. For B claims to be enunciating a gospel written not on any stone or parchment but in our very genes, opening up a spiritual direction for humanity that would have been unimaginable to any of the prophets or saviors of traditional religion. Pressed by his superiors for a judgement, Osborne is driven to penetrate B’s inner circle, where he soon finds himself an anguished collaborator in the dismantling of his own religious foundations. More than a masterful novel of adventure and suspense, The Story of B is a rich source of compelling ideas from an author who challenges us to rethink our most cherished beliefs. Explore Daniel Quinn’s spiritual Ishmael trilogy: ISHMAEL • MY ISHMAEL • THE STORY OF B

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2024SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2025BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE SPECTATOR, NEW STATESMAN, NEW SCIENTIST, AND PROSPECTFROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER DEAR LIFE AND BREATHTAKING, A MAJOR TV DRAMA What a book . . . The perfect book Chris Evans on Virgin Radio Profoundly moving and at the same time wildly inspiring Rob Delaney Rachel Clarke s finest book yet Financial Times Remarkable Cosmopolitan The best narrative non-fiction I ve read in years. Rachel Clarke has written a profound piece of investigative journalism and wrapped it up in poetry Christie Watson This is THE MOST BEAUTIFUL and riveting book: written with such humanity, empathy and knowledge, such tact and drama and eloquence. Vital reading, lifelong revelation Laura CummingThe first of our organs to form, the last to die, the heart is both a simple pump and the symbol of all that makes us human: as long as it continues to beat, we hope. One summer day, nine-year-old Keira suffered catastrophic injuries in a car accident. Though her brain and the rest of her body began to shut down, her heart continued to beat. In an act of extraordinary generosity, Keira s parents and siblings agreed that she would have wanted to be an organ donor. Meanwhile nine-year-old Max had been hospitalised for nearly a year with a virus that was causing his young heart to fail. When Max s parents received the call they had been hoping for, they knew it came at a terrible cost to another family. This is the unforgettable story of how one family s grief transformed into a lifesaving gift. With tremendous compassion and clarity, Dr Rachel Clarke relates the urgent journey of Keira s heart and explores the history of the remarkable medical innovations that made it possible, stretching back over a century and involving the knowledge and dedication not just of surgeons but of countless physicians, immunologists, nurses and scientists.The Story of a Heart is a testament to compassion for the dying, the many ways we honour our loved ones, and the tenacity of love.

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Explore the beautiful sundecks, marvel at the luxurious design and relive the tragic sinking of the world s most famous ship with The Story of the Titanic for Children. Over one hundred years on, the captivating story of the Titanic has lost none of its appeal. This stunning book explores real-life stories and little known facts that will absorb young readers. Beautiful images and bite-sized information bring the Titanic to life, from its construction to the victims and survivors after its tragic sinking. Filled with amazing facts and details giving insights into the unsinkable ship, The Story of the Titanic for Children will satisfy even the most curious minds.

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The Story of Aston Martin is a compact and beautifully designed celebration of the iconic car manufacturer.With their stunning looks and powerful engineering, Aston Martin s cars have been synonymous with speed and luxury for more than 110 years. In The Story of Aston Martin, every aspect of the legendary brand s success is celebrated, from its pre-WWI beginnings to its current position at the summit of design and construction.Mixing heritage and creativity, Aston Martin has produced some of the most sought-after cars ever made. From the DB4 GT Zagato and James Bond s DB5 to the DBR1 Le Mans winner and the extraordinary Valkyrie hypercar, this famous marque is a by-word for sophistication and performance. And with its sports car and F1 racing teams, Aston Martin has also proven itself on the racetrack.Filled with stunning imagery and insightful commentary, The Story of Aston Martin charts the history of this legendary marque in a package that will sit perfectly on any car fan s bookshelf.

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Explore the revolutionary history of one of the biggest names in motorsport in this photographic tribute to McLaren.For more than 60 years, the McLaren name has been synonymous with racing success and automotive innovation. The Story of McLaren gives readers a fascinating look into the people, the technology and, of course, the cars that have propelled this marque to the pinnacle of motorsport.From its founding in 1963 by legendary Bruce McLaren, right through to its current position as one of the world s premier motoring brands, this beautifully designed pocket guide celebrates McLaren s major achievements across Formula 1, the Indianapolis 500, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and beyond. It also highlights the host of legendary drivers who have sat behind the wheel of a McLaren on the grid, from Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost to Kimi Raikkonen, Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris.The brand s phenomenal road cars are also included here, from the record-breaking McLaren F1 to the revolutionary GTS. Filled with beautiful photography and insightful text, The Story of McLaren charts the history of this extraordinary marque in perfectly giftable package.

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A symbol of power, a promise of marriage and a girl s best friend, the diamond is unmatched by any other gemstone in the world. From ancient civilizations and the royal courts of Europe to modern culture, film and fashion, the mystique and glamour of the world s most brilliant natural treasure is told in a story that merges history with gemology, collecting with couture. Celebrating our everlasting fascination with this prized jewel, The Story of the Diamond gives background on merchants, traders and jewellers, from Cartier to Harry Winston, as well as legendary and rare stones, such as the cursed Hope, the stolen Koh-i-Noor and the ransomed Idol s Eye.With indepth information on styles, cuts, colours and carats, and both natural and lab-grown stones, as well as a chapter devoted to engagement rings, there is advice on selecting and buying sustainably sourced diamonds.

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_______________The perfect picture book to introduce children aged 6+ to Rama and Sita and the story of Diwali, with text by award-winning author Malachy Doyle and stunning, colourful illustrations from Christopher Corr. Rama and Sita live happily in the forest â “ until Sita is kidnapped by the demon king, Ravana. Can Rama and the monkey king Hanuman follow the trail she has laid for them and save Sita, or will she be lost forever? Whether you re looking for a Diwali gift or a simple introduction to the Diwali story to share with your children, this beautiful book is ideal.Diwali is one of the most popular festivals in India, and it is celebrated by millions of people around the world every year. Taking place in October or November, the Festival of Lights celebrates the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.This book, now reissued in a larger picture book format, includes non-fiction spreads of Diwali facts for children and irresistible illustrations throughout. The whole story is adorned by bursts of colour and energy by Christopher Corr - The Irish Times_______________Book band: PurpleQuizzed for Accelerated ReaderIdeal for ages: 6+_______________

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