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Forgotten Nations tells the stories of the international football teams that are unable to break into FIFA''s ranks, from the self-funded minnows of Barawa in south-western Sudan to Tibet''s Dalai Lama-backed national side, and new media darlings Yorkshire. They play under the auspices of CONIFA - the Confederation of Independent Football Associations - created to help express the cultural identities of football''s ''stateless peoples'', fighting for recognition on the biggest stage of all. Here are incredible human and sporting stories from diverse regions: from Matabeleland in Zimbabwe, still recovering from massacres 30 years ago, to Tuvalu in the south Pacific, threatened with inundation. Aided by wonderful behind-the-scenes access at London''s 2018 CONIFA World Football Cup, and the irresistible willpower of sportsmen and women trying to make their stories heard, Forgotten Nations explains why 11,000 people crammed into a tiny stadium on the Black Sea coast in 2016 to watch two teams that most of the world has never heard of.

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''A rip-roaring delight. Captures the spirit of Blyton with a fresh, fun new story.'' Anna James, author of Pages and Co and Alice With a WhyCan the new Famous Five catch the thief and find the forgotten treasure before it''s too late? Join the original Famous Five and a new group of children in this thrilling adventure series by bestselling author Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton.When Fran, Tom, Maddy and Gilbert the dog stay with Professor George Kirrin for the holidays, they soon find themselves caught up in a robbery of a top-secret treasure map. Professor George will have to tell them about an old case of the Famous Five if they''re ever going to catch the thief and rescue the forgotten treasure...The Famous Five by Enid Blyton was one of Chris Smith''s favourite series as a child. Now, this bestselling author weaves the action, adventure and danger of this thrilling and exciting world into a brand-new story, perfect for every generation of readers, with artwork by James Lancett. Join the adventure!

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Patrick Deeley''s train journey home to rural East Galway in autumn 1978 was a pilgrimage of grief: his giant of a father had been felled, the hurley-making workshop silenced. From this moment, Patrick unfolds his childhood as a series of evocative moments, from the intricate workings of the timber workshop run by his father to the slow taking apart of an old tractor and the physical burial of a steam engine; from his mother’s steady work on an old Singer sewing machine to his father’s vertiginous quickstep on the roof of their house. There are many wonderful descriptions of the natural world and delightful cameos of characters and incidents from a not-so-long-ago country childhood. In a style reminiscent of John McGahern’s Memoir, Deeley’s beautifully paced prose captures the rhythms, struggles and rough edges of a rural life that was already dying even as he grew. This is an enchanting, beautifully written account of family, love, loss, and the unstoppable march of time.

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Brilliant and engagingly written, Why Nations Fail answers the question that has stumped the experts for centuries: Why are some nations rich and others poor, divided by wealth and poverty, health and sickness, food and famine? Is it culture, the weather, geography? Perhaps ignorance of what the right policies are? Simply, no. None of these factors is either definitive or destiny. Otherwise, how to explain why Botswana has become one of the fastest growing countries in the world, while other African nations, such as Zimbabwe, the Congo, and Sierra Leone, are mired in poverty and violence? Daron Acemoglu and James Robinson conclusively show that it is man-made political and economic institutions that underlie economic success (or lack of it). Korea, to take just one of their fascinating examples, is a remarkably homogeneous nation, yet the people of North Korea are among the poorest on earth while their brothers and sisters in South Korea are among the richest. The south forged a society that created incentives, rewarded innovation, and allowed everyone to participate in economic opportunities. The economic success thus spurred was sustained because the government became accountable and responsive to citizens and the great mass of people. Sadly, the people ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Lecture en français langue étrangère (FLE) dans la collection Lecture CLE en français facile destinée aux grands adolescents et adultes niveau B1.Contes et légendes des Premières Nations d'Amérique du NordCe livre présente neuf contes et légendes issus de Premières Nations d'Amérique du Nord. Les termes "Premières Nations" désignent les peuples autochtones qui ne sont ni des Métis, ni des Inuits. Les Premières Nations sont extrêmement diverses, mais leurs cultures ont des caractéristiques communes, telles qu'un profond respect pour la nature. Les textes réunis ici constituent une tentative d'ouverture sur ce riche imaginaire culturel et un hommage à un patrimoine d'une grande originalité.

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Hudební CD - Osmé album „Rock The Nations”, které prvně vyšlo 13. 10. 1986, nyní vychází v reedici rozšířené o řadu bonusů. Osmé album „Rock The Nations”, které prvně vyšlo 13. 10. 1986, nyní vychází v reedici rozšířené o řadu bonusů. Saxon patří k zásadním kapelám heavy metalu. Ovlivnili celou řadu následovníků včetně skupin Metallica nebo Megadeth. V Anglii, kde byl heavy metal v osmdesátých letech velmi populární, se hned čtyřikrát dostali do Top 10 nejprodávanějších desek a stali se jednou z nejúspěšnějších britských rockových kapel všech dob. Rok vydání : 1986 (8.album) Rok reedice : 2022 Seznam stop CD Rock the Nations (2010 - Remaster) / Battle Cry (2010 - Remaster) / Waiting for the Night (2010 - Remaster) / We Came Here to Rock (2010 - Remaster) / You Ain't No Angel (2010 - Remaster) / Running Hot (2010 - Remaster) / Party Til You Puke (2010 - Remaster) / Empty Promises (2010 - Remaster) / Northern Lady (2010 - Remaster) / Chase the Fade...

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Adam Smith (1723-1790) was one of the brightest stars of the eighteenth-century Scottish Enlightenment. An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations was his most important book. First published in London in March 1776, it had been eagerly anticipated by Smith's contemporaries and became an immediate bestseller.That edition sold out quickly and others followed. Today, Smith's Wealth of Nations rightfully claims a place in the Western intellectual canon. It is the first book of modern political economy, and still provides the foundation for the study of that discipline.But it is much more than that. Along with important discussions of economics and political theory, Smith mixed plain common sense with large measures of history, philosophy, psychology, sociology, and much else. Few texts remind us so clearly that the Enlightenment was very much a lived experience, a concern with improving the human condition in practical ways for real people.A masterpiece by any measure, Wealth of Nations remains a classic of world literature to be usefully enjoyed by readers today.

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We are well aware of the rise of the 1% as the rapid growth of economic inequality has put the majority of the world's wealth in the pockets of fewer and fewer. One much-discussed solution to this imbalance is to significantly increase the rate at which we tax the wealthy. But with an enormous amount of the world's wealth hidden in tax havens in countries like Switzerland, Luxembourg, and the Cayman Islands this wealth cannot be fully accounted for and taxed fairly. No one, from economists to bankers to politicians, has been able to quantify exactly how much of the world's assets are currently hidden until now. Gabriel Zucman is the first economist to offer reliable insight into the actual extent of the world's money held in tax havens. And it's staggering. In The Hidden Wealth of Nations, Zucman offers an inventive and sophisticated approach to quantifying how big the problem is, how tax havens work and are organized, and how we can begin to approach a solution. His research reveals that tax havens are a quickly growing danger to the world economy. In the past five years, the amount of wealth in tax havens has increased over 25% there ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The United Nations (UN) has always loomed large in international conflicts, but today accepted wisdom declares that the organization has lost its way. Liberating The United Nations is a thorough review of its founding and history that tracks critical junctures that obscured or diverted the path to a powerful and just UN that abides by international law. Based on the extensive expertise of two former UN-insiders, Richard Falk and Hans von Sponeck, the book goes beyond critique and diagnosis, proposing ways to achieve a more effective and legitimate UN. The historical sweep of the book offers a uniquely broad perspective on how the UN has evolved from the time of its establishment, and how that evolution reflects, and was defined by, world politics. The book explores these themes through the specific cases of intervention in Palestine, Iraq, and Syria. Liberating The United Nations hopes to reinvigorate the original vision of the UN by asserting its place in a world of amplifying chauvinistic nationalism. Falk and von Sponeck argue for how important the UN has become, and could be, in aiding with the transnational and global challenges of the present and future, including pandemics, environmental crises, and mass migration.

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Forgotten Women uncovers the lost histories of the influential women who have refused over hundreds of years to accept the hand they've been dealt and, as a result, have formed, shaped and changed the course of our futuresForgotten Women shines a well-deserved spotlight on women of accomplishment in various fields -scientists, leaders, writers and artists - who have been forgotten or overlooked, uncovering the lost herstories of influential women who have formed, shaped and changed the course of our futures. Everyone knows a forgotten woman. The ones we hold close to our hearts, the rebels we raise in conversation, the pioneering early feminists who have been overlooked for too long. Forgotten Women redresses the balance and puts their achievements firmly back on the map. As Virginia Woolf said, “For most of history, anonymous was a woman.” LEADERS celebrated include Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American woman elected to Congress and who ran for US president in 1972; Grace O'Malley, the 16th century Irish pirate queen; Sylvia Rivera, a pioneering figure in the transgender rights movement; and Agent 355, the unknown rebel spy who played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. Pioneering and innovative female SCIENTIST from across history and scientific ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This updated picture book of The Darkest Dark by astronaut Chris Hadfield, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing."While I was growing up, the Moon helped light the path to my dreams. But it was on a hot July night that my dreamy thoughts became real. The brave astronauts of Apollo 11 travelled to that distant place and stepped out onto its surface, their boots blazing a new trail in the ancient grey dust. Those footprints showed me that impossible things can happen." Chris Hadfield.Young Chris is a very important astronaut. When Dad says it''s time for bed – Sorry, no can do: An astronaut''s work is never done. But in the dark lurk all kinds of scary aliens. So Chris doesn''t like to sleep, but Mum and Dad do! When he watches in awe at the Apollo 11 Moon Landing, Chris realizes he must overcome his fear of the dark. For in the darkest dark of space lies a power and a mystery that might just help Chris make his dreams come true.Inspired by the childhood of real-life astronaut, Commander Chris Hadfield, author of An Astronaut''s Guide to Life on Earth. The Darkest Dark is his debut ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A dam breaks. A body rises from the flood.Hidden for decades, can this small town face the secrets that will surface?**THE TIMES CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR****SUNDAY TIMES CRIME BOOK OF THE MONTH**Young detective Nell Buchanan uncovers a deadly, decades-old mystery at the heart of her rural hometown in this stunning thriller from award-winning author Chris Hammer.''A commanding, consuming and outright thrilling mystery. Chris Hammer''s first-class series goes from strength to strength.'' - Chris Whitaker''Utterly brilliant, a darkly simmering mystery.'' - Dervla McTiernan''Chris Hammer is at the height of his power here. Dead Man''s Creek is a superb piece of storytelling'' - William Shaw''I doubt I''ll read a better novel this year.'' - The TimesNewly-minted homicide detective Nell Buchanan returns to her hometown, annoyed at being assigned a decades-old murder - a ''file and forget''.But this is no ordinary cold case, her arrival provoking an unwelcome and threatening response from the small-town community. As more bodies are discovered, and she begins to question how well she truly knows those closest to her, Nell realises that finding the truth could prove more difficult - and dangerous - than she''d ever expected.The nearer Nell comes to uncovering the secrets of the past, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Indulge in the food you love with Chrissy Teigen''s book of easy and mouth-watering recipes''There are plenty of celebrity cookbooks out there, but Chrissy''s is different . . . it''s completely unfussy and accessible. She has an attitude about food that [we] can relate to'' Marie ClaireShe reigns supreme on social media. She says what she thinks. She eats what she WANTS.___________Maybe she''s on a photo shoot in Zanzibar. Maybe she''s cracking jokes on TV. But all Chrissy Teigen really wants to do is talk about dinner. Or breakfast. Lunch gets some love too.Discover the mouth-watering dishes Chrissy has perfecting over the years . . .- CRISPY BACON HASH BROWNS- POT PIE SOUP with crust crackers- Pepper''s tasty THAI BEEF SALAD- John''s FRIED CHICKEN with spicy honey butter- SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI with brown butter and sage- ''EVERYTHING'' CHICKEN SANDWICH MELTSSalty, spicy, saucy and fun as hell (not just the food, but Chrissy, too), these dishes bring the joy back into cooking and - most importantly - eating.With Chrissy''s irresistable recipes, you''ll learn the importance of chillies, the secret to cheesy cheeseless eggs, and life tips like how to use bacon as a home fragrance, the single best way to wake ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Figurka - soška, postavička, sběratelská, výška 22 cm, materiál PVC, nepohyblivá, vhodná od 15 let Hlavní přednosti figurky Bandai Tamashii Nations figurka One Piece FiguartsZERO Franky (Franosuke) Figurka Bandai bude pěkným dárkem pro sběratele Je ideální pro ratolesti od 15 let Figurka ze série Manga/Anime se bude vyjímat ve sbírce díky svému kvalitnímu zpracování Použitým materiálem je PVC Bandai Tamashii Nations figurka One Piece FiguartsZERO Franky (Franosuke) poslouží jako dekorace V balení naleznete jednu figurku Figurka Bandai měří 22 cm

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LP vinyl - CMON je nový projekt Joshe da Costy a Jamen Whitelocka. Ačkoliv se etablovali jako členové newyorské kapely Regal Degal, měli pocit jisté svázanosti. Tu zcela zahodili na albu Confusing Mix Of Nations. CMON je nový projekt Joshe da Costy a Jamen Whitelocka. Ačkoliv se etablovali jako členové newyorské kapely Regal Degal, měli pocit jisté svázanosti. Tu zcela zahodili na albu Confusing Mix Of Nations. Obsah: Coo Good To Know Dreamfucking Celluloid Mindboggling Peter Pan Sam Letdown

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Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: strategie, Reign: Conflict of Nations je rozsáhlá historická real-time strategie pokrývající tři století středověké Evropy. Stanete se vládcem a otestuje svoje schopnosti při řízení jednoho z 26 unikátních frakcí. Budete vymýšlet cesty k fungující ekonomice, vymýšlet politické manévry, udržovat promyšlenou diplomacii, starat se o zdroje a vést války. Historická RTSReign: Conflict of Nations je rozsáhlá historická real-time strategie pokrývající tři století středověké Evropy. Stanete se vládcem a otestuje svoje schopnosti při řízení jednoho z 26 unikátních frakcí.Budete vymýšlet cesty k fungující ekonomice, vymýšlet politické manévry, udržovat promyšlenou diplomacii, starat se o zdroje a vést války. Vypnuto

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Shortlisted for the Financial Times and Goldman Sachs Business Book of the Year Award 2012. Why are some nations more prosperous than others? Why Nations Fail sets out to answer this question, with a compelling and elegantly argued new theory: that it is not down to climate, geography or culture, but because of institutions. Drawing on an extraordinary range of contemporary and historical examples, from ancient Rome through the Tudors to modern-day China, leading academics Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson show that to invest and prosper, people need to know that if they work hard, they can make money and actually keep it - and this means sound institutions that allow virtuous circles of innovation, expansion and peace. Based on fifteen years of research, and answering the competing arguments of authors ranging from Max Weber to Jeffrey Sachs and Jared Diamond, Acemoglu and Robinson step boldly into the territory of Francis Fukuyama and Ian Morris. They blend economics, politics, history and current affairs to provide a new, powerful and persuasive way of understanding wealth and poverty.

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The Forgotten Legion - fighting for honour, freedom and revenge Romulus and Fabiola are twins, born into slavery after their mother is raped by a drunken nobleman. At thirteen years old they are sold - Romulus to gladiator school, Fabiola into prostitution, where she will catch the eye of one of the most powerful men in Rome. Tarquinius is an Etruscan, a warrior and soothsayer, born enemy of Rome, but doomed to fight for the Republic in the Forgotten Legion. Brennus is a Gaul, his entire family killed by the Romans, and he rises to become one of the most famous and feared gladiators of his day. The lives of these characters are bound and interwoven in an odyssey which begins in a Rome riven by political corruption and violence, but ends far away, at the very border of the known world, where the tattered remnants of a once-huge Roman army - the Forgotten Legion - will fight against overwhelming odds, and the three men will meet their destiny. Ben Kane was born in Kenya and raised there and in Ireland. He studied veterinary medicine at University College Dublin but after that he travelled the world extensively, indulging his passion ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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‘Who better to guide us through the chaotic world of the last 25 years than one who had a ringside seat for much that went on, and who writes about it with such insight and skill? This is a must read book.’ - Sir Anthony Seldon, author of Truss at 10''In my time working on Europe, João Vale de Almeida was the most important name in my address book: a view I suspect was widely shared.’ – Lord Kim Darroch, former British ambassador to the United States''This is a superb book: provocative, witty, erudite, sober - and sometimes sobering - but ultimately wise in its prescriptions.’ - Sir Ivan Rogers, former UK Permanent Representative to the EU''This book is a rare opportunity to look behind the diplomatic curtain and see events and the people who inspired them up close and personal.'' - Baroness Catherine Ashton, former High Representative of the EU for Foreign AffairsToday we are witnessing one of the most dangerous geopolitical situations of modern times, heralded by loud populist and nationalist voices, and steeped in uncertainty. But how did the nations of the world come to find themselves in such a predicament? Is the international liberal order condemned?Drawing ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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WINNER OF THE 2025 PULITZER PRIZE FOR HISTORYWINNER OF THE 2024 CUNDILL HISTORY PRIZEWinner of the Bancroft Prize 2025Winner of the Mark Lynton History Prize 2025For centuries, Europeans assumed that indigenous Americans lacked the sophistication to build cities and establish hierarchies. For over a millennium, prior to and after the arrival of white colonialists, however, native nations had been adapting to changing climates, founding and abandoning urban centres and forging complex, democratic societies. In this magisterial new history of North America, Kathleen DuVal puts indigenous people back at the heart of the story. From the splendour of ancient cities like Cahokia and Moundsville to the careful diplomacy of native leaders in the face of colonial expansion, Native Nations reveals the diversity of indigenous civilisation and shows how a 1,000-year legacy still shapes America today, in struggles over sovereignty, climate and indigenous rights.

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Back in print in an expanded edition, this richly illustrated survey of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s entire career is timed to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of their acclaimed Gates project  Christo (1935–2020) and Jeanne-Claude’s (1935–2009) landscape-scaled, outdoor projects were astounding temporary works of art in public settings that captured headlines across the globe. For sixteen days in February of 2005, their most celebrated installation, The Gates—7,500 saffron-colored fabric panels suspended from the tops of vinyl gates—stood along 23 miles of walkways in New York City’s Central Park.  This book celebrates the twentieth anniversary of The Gates with photographs of their installation alongside reproductions of the preparatory drawings that Christo created as he planned the project. An essay by Jonathan Fineberg surveys the career of Christo and Jeanne-Claude and their life journey through projects such as Surrounded Islands in Miami, The Umbrellas in Japan and California, Wrapped Reichstag in Berlin, and many more. This expanded edition also includes an epilogue that considers the artists’ works after The Gates—including Floating Piers in Italy and L’Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped in Paris—and a 2017 interview Fineberg conducted with Christo, one of the artist’s last.  This new edition is published on the occasion ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The history of nations is a history of haves and have-nots, and as we approach the millennium, the gap between rich and poor countries is widening. In this engrossing and important new work, eminent historian David Landes explores the complex, fascinating and often startling causes of the wealth and poverty of nations. The answers are found not only in the large forces at work in economies: geography, religion, the broad swings of politics, but also in the small surprising details. In Europe, the invention of spectacles doubled the working life of skilled craftsmen, and played a prominent role in the creation of articulated machines, and in China, the failure to adopt the clock fundamentally hindered economic development.The relief of poverty is vital to the survival of us all. As David Landes brilliantly shows, the key to future success lies in understanding the lessons the past has to teach us - lessons uniquely imparted in this groundbreaking and vital book which exemplifies narrative history at its best.

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For every book sold, a donation will be paid to Maggie''s, a charity that helps families living with cancer. Discover the life of Sir Chris Hoy, the cycling champion who became an inspiration to millions.Little Chris grew up in Scotland with a passion for bikes and adventure. He loved riding his BMX, dreaming of becoming a racing champion. But school wasn’t always easy—Chris had dyslexia, which made reading and writing a challenge. However, he never let it hold him back.With determination and hard work, Chris became one of the greatest track cyclists of all time. He won six Olympic gold medals and became a sporting hero for Great Britain. After retiring from competitive cycling, he continued to inspire others, writing books for children and encouraging young athletes to follow their dreams.In 2024, Chris shared his personal battle with cancer, showing the same courage and resilience that made him a champion. His story is one of perseverance, strength, and never giving up—on or off the track.This inspiring book features lively illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of Chris’s incredible achievements. His story shows that with passion and perseverance, anything ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The argument of BREAKOUT NATIONS is that the astonishingly rapid growth over the last decade of the world''s celebrated emerging markets is coming to an end. China, in particular, will soon slow, but its place will not necessarily be taken by Brazil, Russia or India, all of which Ruchir Sharma shows have weaknesses and difficulties often overlooked in the inflated expectations and emerging markets mania of the past decade. The new ''breakout nations'' will probably spring from the margins - even from the shadows. Sharma identifies which they are most likely to be, and why.Sharma, head of one of the world''s leading emerging market funds, has spent two decades travelling the globe to find out what is happening on the ground in developing countries. With this first-hand knowledge, he takes his readers on a tour of two dozen of the world''s most interesting economies, introducing the critical players and describing and analysing the forces - many unique to each nation - which will make the successes and flops of the future.

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From December 1943 to August 1944, Allied and Japanese forces fought the decisive battles of World War II in Southeast Asia. Fighting centered around North Burma, Imphal, Kohima and the Arakan, involving troops from all over the world along a battlefront the combined size of Pennsylvania and Ohio. The campaigns brought nations into collision for the highest stakes: British and Indian troops fighting for Empire, the Indo-Japanese forces seeking a prestige victory with an invasion of India and the Americans and Chinese focused on helping China and reopening the Burma Road. Events turned on the decisions of the principal commanders - Admiral Louis Mountbatten and Generals Joseph Stilwell, William Slim, Orde Wingate, Mutaguchi Renya, among many others. The impact of the fighting was felt in London, Tokyo and Washington, among other places far away from the battlefront, with effects that presaged postwar political relationships. This was also the first U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia, and Stilwell''s operations in some ways foreshadowed battles in Vietnam two decades later. Â The Burma and India battles of 1944 offer dramatic and compelling stories of people fighting in difficult conditions against high odds, with far-reaching results. They also proved important to the postwar future ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Nations in the Balance - Christopher L Kolakowski

Friendlies. Some fans love them, others loathe them, but they are an often forgotten part of every clubÂ’s history. Leeds United the Forgotten Games features more than 650 friendly matches: from the first-ever game against Yorkshire Amateurs right up to the modern day pre-season tour.The book is full of quirky stats and interesting facts, such as the game where dead-ball specialist Ian Harte scored a unique hat-trick. It also details all of the clubÂ’s foreign tours, winners of the West Riding Cup, tells you just who Brian Tevreden was and reveals the club that Leeds have played the most over the years.Each game is brought to life by a match report and stats lovers will relish poring over the full team line-ups from these forgotten games, recalling forgotten trialists, youth-team nearly men and those unknown future legends making their first steps in the professional game.

Objev podobné jako Leeds United the Forgotten Games - Andrew Dalton, Mark Ledgard

A must-have hardcover edition of the watershed book on 18th-century pirates and the amazingly democratic and egalitarian communities they createdPart of the Beacon Classics series Villains of All Nations explores the “Golden Age” of Atlantic piracy (1716-1726) and the infamous generation whose images underlie our modern, romanticized view of pirates.Rediker introduces us to the dreaded black flag, the Jolly Roger; swashbuckling figures such as Edward Teach, better known as Blackbeard; and the unnamed, unlimbed pirate who was likely Robert Louis Stevenson''s model for Long John Silver in Treasure Island.This history shows from the bottom up how sailors emerged from deadly working conditions on merchant and naval ships, turned pirate, and created a starkly different reality aboard their own ships, electing their officers, dividing their booty equitably, and maintaining a multinational social order. The real lives of this motley crew —which included cross-dressing women, people of color, and the “outcasts of all nations"—are far more compelling than contemporary myth.

Objev podobné jako Villains of All Nations - Marcus Rediker

Let Chris Packham’s passion for birdwatching ignite your own birdwatching journey Wherever we live, we may encounter birds every day, but while we may see them, many of us don’t take the time to look, and while we might hear them, we might not listen. In this informative, fully illustrated birdwatching companion, expert birder Chris Packham inspires us to stop and engage with the wildlife all around us and start to build a relationship with the huge variety of interesting, colourful and characterful birds in all our lives – whether in the town or city, by the coast or in the countryside.You don’t need any special equipment to become interested in birdwatching, nor do you need posh binoculars or to live on a nature reserve. Let Chris show you where and when to look for birds – whether in your own garden or from your balcony, in your local park or out in the countryside. Use this accessible reference guide to identify the different characters and characteristics of birds and experience the joy that comes from spotting a glimpse of a bird and knowing how to identify it. Let Chris open your eyes and ears to the captivating world of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Chris Packham's Birdwatching Guide - Chris Packham

The instant no. 1 Sunday Times bestseller WINNER of the Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards A Sunday Times best biography of the year ''It''s an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.'' - Sally Nugent''A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one. The overall message is one of hope.'' - The Times ''It''s just stunning; funny and beautifully written'' - as heard on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show''A candid, sad yet ultimately life-affirming book. There is a thread of gratitude that runs far deeper than performative celebrity humility.'' - Guardian-------- Sir Chris Hoy knows better than most how life can change in the blink of an eye. In elite sport, the margin between victory and defeat is miniscule, and the pressure is immense. Chris has built a glittering sporting career on understanding these moments: how to feel for them, how to cope with them, how to make them count.Last year, he faced another life-changing moment. He found out that the ache in his shoulder ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That Matters - Sir Chris Hoy

The instant no. 1 Sunday Times bestseller - now also a Sunday Times bestseller in paperback WINNER of the Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards A Sunday Times best biography of the year ''It''s an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.'' - Sally Nugent''A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one. The overall message is one of hope.'' - The Times''It''s just stunning; funny and beautifully written'' - as heard on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show''A candid, sad yet ultimately life-affirming book. There is a thread of gratitude that runs far deeper than performative celebrity humility.'' - Guardian-------- Sir Chris Hoy knows better than most how life can change in the blink of an eye. In elite sport, the margin between victory and defeat is miniscule, and the pressure is immense. Chris has built a glittering sporting career on understanding these moments: how to feel for them, how to cope with them, how to make them count.Last year, he faced another life-changing moment. He ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That Matters - Sir Chris Hoy

PREORDER Chris Brookmyre''s new novel The Cracked Mirror now, the most inventive and unique crime novel of the year.''Chris Brookmyre is a genius, every new book of his is a cause for celebration'' --- RICHARD OSMAN''Keeps you guessing until the very end - after an avalanche of revelations and twists'' --- THE TIMES, BOOK OF THE MONTHOne hen weekend, seven secrets... but only one worth killing forJen''s hen party is going to be out of control...She''s rented a luxury getaway on its own private island. The helicopter won''t be back for seventy-two hours. They are alone. They think.As well as Jen, there''s the pop diva and the estranged ex-bandmate, the tennis pro and the fashion guru, the embittered ex-sister-in-law and the mouthy future sister-in-law. It''s a combustible cocktail, one that takes little time to ignite, and in the midst of the drunken chaos, one of them disappears. Then a message tells them that unless someone confesses her terrible secret to the others, their missing friend will be killed. Problem is, everybody has a secret. And nobody wants to tell.PRAISE FOR CHRIS BROOKMYRE''Strikingly original and definitively Brookmyre - there''s nothing he can''t do''Mick Herron''I recommend The Cut SO HIGHLY! A fast-paced ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Cliff House - Chris Brookmyre