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Girls of the World - Linsey Davis, Michael Tyler
Encourage children to use their voices, talents, and intelligence to help the world and raise awareness of girls and all the amazing things they do! An inspiration for readers of all ages, New York Times bestseller Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before calls attention to the truth that it’s never too soon to become aware of and speak up about things that are important to you. Now is the perfect time for girls to show the world just who they are and what they’re capable of!Written by ABC News anchor and bestselling author Linsey Davis, together with co-author Michael Tyler, Girls of the World invites us to celebrate the equality and fairness we should all experience. It encourages girls to be strong, brave, and curious about the world and their place in it.Girls of the World:Features inspiring, motivating rhymes from Emmy award-winning ABC News anchor and New York Times bestselling authors Linsey Davis and Michael TylerIncludes whimsical illustrations by bestselling artist Lucy FlemingIs a great read-aloud for children ages 4-8Has a message that celebrates equality, fairness, and is meant to spur girls (and boys) on to be brave and take their place in a challenging worldConcludes with ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Smallest Spot of a Dot - Linsey Davis, Michael Tyler
Now a New York Times bestseller! Using child-friendly language, this playful picture book explains how genetics make each person unique and celebrates how we are more alike than different and are all part of the human race. In The Smallest Spot of a Dot: The Little Ways We’re Different, The Big Ways We’re the Same, Linsey Davis, bestselling children’s author, Emmy-winning correspondent, and host for ABC News, together with co-author Michael Tyler, encourages children to find their own unique dot with sweet, rhyming prose.”Only .1% of our genes make us uniquely who we are. We are 99.9% identical, alike, the same—equal. This book is 100% about that truth.”Combining whimsical rhymes and Lucy Fleming’s engaging art, The Smallest Spot of a Dot is:An inspiring story of connection, equality, and acceptanceMulticultural, multiracial children’s picture book that recognizes our similarities and our uniquenessGreat for classroom use as children explore genetics, DNA, and individualityThe perfect read-aloud for kids ages 4–8A unique gift for birthdays and holidays, or a back-to-school treat New York Times bestselling author Linsey Davis is also the author of The World Is Awake, One Big Heart, Stay This Way Forever, and How High Is Heaven.
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The Amur River - Colin Thubron
In his eightieth year, Colin Thubron takes a dramatic and often treacherous journey from the Amur''s secret source to its giant mouth, covering almost 3,000 miles.''Thubron on top form. Richly detailed, immaculately written and full of insights and encounters that bring a complex corner of the world to life'' MICHAEL PALINRising in the Mongolian mountains and flowing through Siberia to the Pacific, the Amur River forms the tense border between Russia and China. This is the most densely fortified frontier on Earth.Harassed by injury and by arrest from the local police, Thubron makes his way along both the Russian and Chinese shores. By the time he reaches the river''s desolate end, a whole, pivotal world has come alive.''A masterpiece'' William Dalrymple''Unforgettable'' Antony Beevor''An epic journey along a frozen, fraught frontier... Fascinating'' The Times''This book is a triumph'' Daily TelegraphWinner of the Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the Year Award 2022
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Various: Country Ladies - The Album - CD (4260134477963)
Hudební CD - Kompilace hvězd ženského country na 2CD. Kompilace hvězd ženského country na 2CD. Seznam stop CD 1 / (It Wasn't God Who Made) Honky Tonk Angels DOLLY PARTON / All I Have To Do Is Dream BILLY JO SPEARS / Break My Mind LINDA RONSTADT / How Can I Keep From Loving You? MELBA MONTGOMERY / End Of The World SKEETER DAVIS / All The Time ANNE MURRAY / A Church, A Courtroom, Then Goodbye PATSY CLINE / D.I.V.O.R.C.E. DOTTIE WEST / What In The World's Come Over You? WANDA JACKSON / You're Lookin' At Country LORETTA LYNN / Tennessee Waltz PATTI PAGE / The Race Is On JO ANN HOUSTON / Pass Me By If You're Only Passing Through CONNIE SMITH / I've Got A Happy Heart SUSAN RAYE / Cheatin' Is BARBARA FAIRCHILD / Sticks And Stones DONNA FARGO / Harper Valley P.T.A. JEANNIE C. RILEY / Rose Garden LYNN ANDERSON / Please Play Satin Sheets For Me JEANNIE PRUETT / Tears In Your Eyes NANCY WOOD / CD 2 / Single Girl SANDY POSEY / When I...
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Bad Girls of the Arab World
Women’s transgressive behaviors and perspectives are challenging societal norms in the Arab world, giving rise to anxiety and public debate. Simultaneously, however, other Arab women are unwillingly finding themselves labeled “bad” as authority figures attempt to redirect scrutiny from serious social ills such as patriarchy and economic exploitation, or as they impose new restrictions on women’s behavior in response to uncertainty and change in society. Bad Girls of the Arab World elucidates how both intentional and unintentional transgressions make manifest the social and cultural constructs that define proper and improper behavior, as well as the social and political policing of gender, racial, and class divisions.The works collected here address the experiences of women from a range of ages, classes, and educational backgrounds who live in the Arab world and beyond. They include short pieces in which the women themselves reflect on their experiences with transgression; academic articles about performance, representation, activism, history, and social conditions; an artistic intervention; and afterwords by the acclaimed novelists Laila al-Atrash and Miral al-Tahawy. The book demonstrates that women’s transgression is both an agent and a symptom of change, a site of both resistance and repression. Showing how transnational forces such as media discourses, mobility ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Penguin Map of the World - Michael Middleditch
The award-winning, bestselling Penguin Map of the World by Michael Middleditch Clear, colourful, and crammed with information reflecting up-to-date world wide political changes, The Penguin Map of the World is a unique concept in maps. For the first time, Michael Middleditch''s revised third edition includes all the flags of the world and updated political boundaries. The perfect travelling companion, this clever guide is light and slim enough to slip easily into a pocket or small bag, yet packs in a wealth of invaluable information.For many years Michael Middleditch was chief cartographer at Geographia. He created the Mapguides especially for Penguin, and there are four award-winning and highly successful titles in the series: New York, Paris, London and the Map of the World.
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The Mammoth Book of the World's Greatest Chess Games . - Dr John Nunn, Wesley So, Michael Adams, John Emms, Graham Burgess
Improve your chess by studying the greatest games of all time, from Adolf Anderssen''s ''Immortal Game'' to Magnus Carlsen''s world championship victories, and featuring a foreword by five-times World Champion Vishy Anand.This book is written by an all-star team of authors. Wesley So is the reigning Fischer Random World Champion, the 2017 US Champion and the winner of the 2016 Grand Chess Tour. Michael Adams has been the top British player for the last quarter of a century and was a finalist in the 2004 FIDE World Championship. Graham Burgess is the author of thirty books, a former champion of the Danish region of Funen, and holds the world record for marathon blitz chess playing. John Nunn is a three-time winner of both the World Solving Championship and the British Chess Federation Book of the Year Award. John Emms is an experienced chess coach and writer, who finished equal first in the 1997 British Championship and was chess columnist of the Young Telegraph.The 145 greatest chess games of all time, selected, analysed, re-evaluated and explained by a team of British and American experts and illustrated with over 1,100 chess diagrams. Join the authors in studying these games, the cream of ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The End of the Story - Lydia Davis
The first and only novel by Lydia Davis, winner of the Man Booker International Prize 2013.''It surprised me, over and over, to find that I was with such a young man. He was twenty-two when I met him. He turned twenty-three while I knew him, but by the time I turned thirty-five I did not know where he was anymore.''Mislabelled boxes, confusing notes, wrong turnings - such are the obstacles in the way of the unnamed narrator of The End of the Story as she organises her memories of a love affair into a novel. With compassion, wit and what seems to be candour, she seeks to determine what she actually knows about herself and her past, but we begin to suspect, along with her, that given the elusiveness of memory and understanding, any tale retrieved from the past must be fictionBack in print at last, this is Lydia Davis''s first - and so far only - novel. ''Extraordinary'' Newsday''Brilliant'' New Yorker''Breathtakingly elegant'' Details''Beautifully written'' Marie Claire''Astonishing'' ElleLydia Davis is the author of Collected Stories, one novel and six short story collections, most recently Can''t and Won''t. She is the recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship and was named an Officer ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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History of the World - Michael Kerrigan
History of the World provides a sumptuous, pictorial guide to the most significant events in human history, from the Bronze Age to the 21st century. Beginning in the sixth millennium BCE, in the Indus Valley, Mesopotamia and along the Nile River, human civilization expanded to develop writing systems, farming methods, social organization, and modes of government. Today, humans inhabit every part of the planet, connected by digital technology and modern infrastructure. Arranged chronologically, History of the World offers a broad overview of the most important events in human history, including the building of great funerary tombs in Ancient Egypt, the Trojan War, the development of democratic forms of government in Ancient Athens under Pericles, the birth of Christ, the expansion of Islam from Arabia, the Viking raids across northwest Europe, the capture of Jerusalem during the Crusades, Martin Luther nailing his 95 Theses to the church door in Wittenberg, Copernicus proposing a new model of the universe, the rule of the Tokugawa shoguns in Japan, the Boston Tea Party and the American Revolution, Napoleon’s domination of Europe following the French victory at Austerlitz, Stephenson’s development of the steam locomotive, the breakup of great empires following the end of World War ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Edge of the World - Michael Pye
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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Amazing Temples of the World - Michael Kerrigan
Organized by continent, Amazing Temples of the World offers the reader an intimate portrait of some spectacular and unusual places of worship dating from the fourth millennium BCE to the present. Ornate or spartan, immense or intimate, from the Middle East to California, this book features such impressive places of worship as the Mahabhodi Temple, India, built in the location where Buddha is thought to have achieved enlightenment; the fifth-century BCE Temple of Confucius in Qufu, China, the largest Confucian temple in the world; Abu Simbel, in southern Egypt, the great carved monument to the Pharaoh Ramses II; the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab, the spiritual home of the world's 25 million Sikhs; and the Shri Swaminarayan Temple in Neasden, London, the biggest Hindu temple outside India. Illustrated with 180 photographs, Amazing Temples of the World includes more than 150 places of worship, from Ancient Greece and Rome, through traditional synagogues to modern Buddhist, Taoist, and Sikh temples.
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Hammer of the Gods - Stephen Davis
If ever there were Satanic Majesties of rock their name was Led Zeppelin. The band that out-sold the Rolling Stones and made Robert Johnson''s deals with the devil look like a playground game of conkers were as high, inflated and glorified as their namesake. In Stephen Davis''s scorching account of their phenomenally successful career, no aspect - however disquieting - is ignored. The narcotic, alcoholic and psychotic wreckage they wreaked, the disturbing influence of the notorious mage Aleister Crowley on lead guitarist Jimmy Page and the death of John Bonham are all recorded. Above all, the exultant, blazing charge of their music and its effects on Led Zeppelin and their fans is scrutinized. Hammer of the Gods by Stephen Davis is a fierce and fearless story about a band that remain a legend of musical, sexual and mystical power. It is the last word in rock ''n'' roll savagery.
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The World of Homer - Michael B. Cosmopoulos
Using a fresh, dynamic approach, Michael Cosmopoulos reconstructs the world of the Homeric poems and explores the interplay between poetry, social memory, and material culture. By integrating key insights from archaeology, philology, anthropology, and oral tradition, he offers a nuanced perspective of the early development of Greek epic.
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The Mammoth Book of the World's Greatest Chess Games - Dr John Nunn, Wesley So, Michael Adams, John Emms, Graham Burgess
Improve your chess by studying the greatest games of all time, from Adolf Anderssen''s ''Immortal Game'' to Anand versus Kramnik 2008, and featuring a foreword by World Champion Vishy Anand.The 125 greatest chess games of all time, selected, analysed, re-evaluated and explained by a team of British experts and illustrated with over 1,000 chess diagrams. Join the authors in studying these games, the cream of two centuries of international chess, and develop your own chess-playing skills - whatever your current standard. Instructive points at the end of each game highlight the lessons to be learned.First published in 1998, a second edition of The Mammoth Book of the World''s Greatest Chess Games in 2004 included an additional 12 games. This edition includes a further 13 games as well as some significant revisions to the analysis and information regarding other games in earlier editions of the book, facilitated by the use of a variety of chess software.
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World in Books - Kenneth C. Davis
A bestselling historian takes readers on an intellectual and cultural adventure, offering a carefully curated guide to great, short nonfiction works by some of the world’s most influential writers—from Plato to Toni Morrison, Ernest Hemingway to bell hooks, and Marcus Aurelius to Joan Didion. A delightful roadmap to a year’s worth of reading briefly, plus biographies, fascinating facts, and idea-rich insights into the lives of the thinkers, historians, and literary giants who have shaped our world.For both avid readers and those looking to spark a new habit, The World in Books is an invitation to a more lively and meaningful intellectual life. Davis’s literary adventure guides readers through some of the most important works of nonfiction of all time, offering a political, literary, and cultural history through reading. Each of the fifty-two entries provides the book’s opening lines or a brief excerpt from the work; a summary of the work; a biography of the author; why you should read the work; and what to read next. Davis offers insights into some of the most enduring issues of our time—from the existential perspective in Viktor E. Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, to questions of race in Toni Morrison’s The Origin of ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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A Home at the End of the World - Michael Cunningham
''It was the start of my second new life, in a city that had a spin of its own - a wilder orbit inside the earth''s calm blue-green whirl. New York wasn''t open to the hopelessness and lost purpose that drifted around lesser places . . . ''Meet Bobby, Jonathan and Clare. Three friends, three lovers, three ordinary people trying to make a place for themselves in the harsh and uncompromising world of the Seventies and Eighties.And as our threesome form a new kind of relationship, a new approach to family and love, questioning so much about the world around them, so they hope to create a space, a home, in which to live.
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Wild Flowers & Flora, The World Encyclopedia of - Michael Lavelle
This lavishly illustrated and accessible reference book provides a comprehensive guide to the world of wild flowers and flora – including trees, shrubs, herbs, cacti, weeds, grasses, aquatic plants and mosses. The book is arranged according to geographic region, and every entry includes information on flower hue, size and shape, stem, height and spread, leaf size and shape, number of flowers per flower head, as well as details of its environment and the pollinator. This richly illustrated guide to the world’s flora provides a comprehensive reference book to be used by the whole family. It is a stunning visual introduction to the most important wild flowers, trees, shrubs, herbs, cacti, grasses, mosses, aquatic plants and weeds. Each encyclopedic entry includes information about flower and leaf size, shape, hue and height, number of blooms per stem and the locality where it can be found, and it is beautifully illustrated with more than 1700 botanical artworks, identification photographs and maps.
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The Beginner's Bible Super Girls of the Bible Sticker and Activity Book - The Beginner's Bible
If your family is a fan of The Beginner’s Bible, your children will enjoy The Beginner’s Bible Super Girls of the Bible Sticker and Activity Book, featuring The Beginner’s Bible’s recognizable art and simply written content.The amazing women of the Bible come to life through this activity book, which includes:16 pages of fun content featuring Deborah, Ruth and Naomi, Queen Esther, and moreOver 50 stickersHours of age-appropriate activities and puzzlesEasy-to-follow Bible teachings The Beginner’s Bible Super Girls of the Bible Sticker and Activity Book isperfect for:Kids ages 3–7Road tripsValentine’s Day, Easter baskets, Christmas stocking stuffers, or birthdaysChildren’s ministry and small group activity time
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Out of the Madhouse - Iain Maitland, Michael Maitland
Once upon a time, there lived a happy family called the Maitlands. Iain, the father, was a writer. Tracey, the mother, worked at a nearby school. They had three bright and charming children, Michael, Sophie and Adam. It looked like the perfect family life. Until October 2012, when Iain received a message. Michael had been taken to hospital. Years of depression, anxiety and anorexia had taken their toll, and he had pneumonia and a collapsed lung. The doctors weren''t sure if he would make it.Told with humour and frankness through Michael''s diary entries and Iain''s own reflections, Out of the Madhouse charts Michael''s journey to recovery from entering the Priory and returning home, to becoming a mental health ambassador for young people. Sharing tips and techniques that have helped them and others to self-manage, this is an essential resource for anyone experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD and similar issues.
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Guardians Of The Galaxy By Brian Michael Bendis Omnibus Vol. 1 - Brian Michael Bendis
Blockbuster writer Brian Michael Bendis takes on Marvel's misfit movie stars! Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket Raccoon and Groot assemble alongside the Avengers to thwart Thanos' latest scheme - and they take Iron Man back into space with them! They'll face the wrath of the Badoon, Peter Quill's father and - once again - the infinite threat of Thanos! But can anything prepare them for Angela? The Guardians will add new recruits and fight alongside the X-Men, but which team members will end up star-crossed lovers? And when SECRET WARS obliterates the galaxy, what will be left to guard? Collecting AVENGERS ASSEMBLE (2012) #1-8, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY (2013) #0.1 and #1-27, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY ANNUAL (2014) #1, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: TOMORROW'S AVENGERS, ALL-NEW X-MEN (2012) #22-24, GUARDIANS OF KNOWHERE #1-4, GUARDIANS TEAM-UP #1-2 and material from FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2014 (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY).
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Bay of Thieves - Megan Davis
Two female lawyers living the high life in the South of France explore the limits of their own corruption when they find themselves at the mercy of their dangerous clients who would prefer to kill them than be exposed.SUNDAY TIMES THRILLER OF THE MONTH - 'ENTHRALLING''Davis is very much a name to watch' FINANCIAL TIMES'Chic and gripping' IMRAN MAHMOODMoney wrote the rules on the Côte d'Azur and the real locals were those who understood this.Vanessa and Kate live a glamorous life in the South of France helping the rich stay richer by hiding their money. While they know it's wrong, that their clients are corrupt, they are professionals and good at their jobs. Plus, there is the money . . .When their boss draws them deeper into his web of corruption, the chic veneer of their existence falls away, along with their excuses, leaving both women dangerously exposed to the lures of greed, gambling and hazardous liaisons. Vanessa and Kate become desperate for an escape route, a way to beat the system without destroying themselves, but the only ones available make them worse than those they are seeking to evade. While one woman pulls away from corruption, the other is ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Bunny Yeager's Pin-Up Girls of the 1960s - Bunny Yeager
Famed photographer Bunny Yeager presents the latest retrospective of her own work, revisiting the spirited, fun-loving women of the flower-power decade. More than 230 color-packed images present 80 beautiful women, captured in the 1960s in a multitude of exciting locations, from natural surroundings with wild animals, to professional studio shots. Here are the pin-up girls who hung in school lockers, on garage walls, and in the hearts of men around the world. Each woman exhibits her own style and intrigue, along with the aura and fashions of the ''60s era.
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Amarone and the Fine Wines of Verona - Michael Garner
The Veronese wine regions of Soave and Valpolicella – home to Amarone – are currently producing some of the world’s most drinkable quality wines. But both regions still struggle with a reputation for cheap, poor-quality wines brought about through industrial-scale production during the economic depression following the Second World War. In Amarone and the Fine Wines of Verona, Italian wine specialist Michael Garner traces a shift in focus towards new levels of quality driven by a generation of producers inspired by the area’s outstanding potential for producing fine wine.Both regions produce versatile wines which, as well as being both deliciously drinkable and relatively affordable, have the flavour and structure to accompany a wide range of foods. In Valpolicella an appassimento wine, the famed Amarone, has gained comparable status to Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino, while Soave overlaps with the tiny denomination of Lessini Durello, where sparkling wine is produced from the rare, local white grape Durella. Garner begins Amarone and the fine wines of Verona with a summary of the region’s history, before detailing its geography, grape varieties and approach to both viticulture and winemaking, leading into a discussion of each denomination’s character and wine styles.A cross-section of around 100 ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Animal Magic: Four Stories of the Great Outdoors - Sir Michael Morpurgo
Four wonderful stories from the world of nature written by master storyteller, Michael Morpurgo."You have to breathe the world in deep, and all its creatures too ... become part of it." Immerse yourself in the great outdoors and travel around the country in these four heart-warming modern fables. Join Michael, who spots a whale on the shores of the river Thames, Mrs Pettigrew in her railway carriage by the sea, Bonny who wishes to follow her dreams cycling along country lanes and a refugee named Ho who finds his voice working with horses in a Devon farmyard. These four nostalgic stories are thought-provoking, touching and inspiring and will linger in your mind, long after you turn the final page.
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Great Public Buildings of the North East - Johnson Michael
Britain’s towns and cities are dominated by great public buildings that serve their communities in diverse ways. Foremost among these buildings are the town halls erected for the purpose of civic administration. As seats of local government, town halls are the power bases that have ruled Britain’s great municipalities for centuries. Architecturally, these buildings are inherently symbolic, proclaiming the status, values and history of the towns and cities in which they stand.Great Public Buildings of the North East celebrates the architecture of town halls and civic centres in this distinctive region. The survey encompasses the baroque town halls of the eighteenth century, the eclectic civic palaces of the Victorian era and the more abstract civic centres of the post-war period, conceived as beacons of modernity and political transparency. Analysing these fascinating buildings within a single volume, this book asks how the settlements of North-East England expressed themselves through the medium of civic architecture.Michael Johnson is Assistant Professor of Design History at Northumbria University and Architecture Editor for the Routledge Encyclopaedia of Modernism.
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The Pocket Book of Plato - Michael Moore
Keep the philosophies of Plato in your pocket with this handy hardback guide to Plato''s key ideas, complete with helpful summaries, diagrams and illustrations. The ancient Greek philosopher Plato is perhaps the single most important figure in the history of philosophy, who has influenced countless thinkers throughout the centuries. In this indispensable volume, author Michael Moore distils Plato''s key ideas into easily accessible chunks. Great to dip into, each chapter features a famous quote from the philosopher followed by a broader discussion of his general theories. Featuring Plato''s ruminations about love, politics, morality and more, The Pocket Book of Plato provides an ideal introduction to one of the world''s great thinkers.Covers:• The allegory of the cave• Plato''s Theory of Forms• The Delphic Oracle• The City-Soul Analogy This edition is presented in a stylish hardback format with colourful pages and sprayed page-edges, making a wonderful gift for curious minds. ABOUT THE SERIES: With the Arcturus Pocket Ideas series, you can keep incredible ideas at your fingertips. Written in a digestible style with expert authors, these hardback pocket editions introduce some of the most brilliant minds in history and the concepts that made them world-famous.
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Temples of the African Gods - Tellinger Michael, Johan Heine
A scientific expose that will shatter our knowledge of ancient human history. Scholars have told us that the first civilisation on Earth emerged in a land called Sumer some 6000 years ago. New archaeological and scientific discoveries made by Michael Tellinger, Johan Heine and a team of leading scientists, show that the Sumerians and even the Egyptians inherited all their knowledge from an earlier civilisation that lived at the southern tip of Africa more than 200,000 years ago mining gold. These were also the people who carved the first Horus bird, the first Sphinx, built the first pyramids and built an accurate stone calendar right in the heart of it all. Adam''s Calendar is the flagship among millions of circular stone ruins, ancient roads, agricultural terraces and thousands of ancient mines, left behind by a vanished civilisation which we now call the FIRST PEOPLE. They carved detailed images into the hardest rock, worshipped the sun, and are the first to carve an image of the Egyptian Ankh -- key of life and universal knowledge, 200,000 years before the Egyptians came to light. This book graphically exposes these discoveries and will be the catalyst for rewriting our ancient human history. The ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Wonders of the World - DK
Discover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the World.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of more than 50 wonders of the world. Children will be mesmerised by human-made landscapes such as the Statue of Liberty to record-breaking natural marvels like the River Nile.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide takes kids on an incredible journey around the world''s most spectacular sights. Using striking full-colour photographs and illustrations, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum atHalicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria and much more!Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on Wonders of the World, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature- Amazing facts, diagrams, statistics, and timelines- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Wonders of the World introduces the ultimate guide to remarkable architecture and natural wonders. Children can learn about the most incredible natural and human-made ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Minecraft Atlas of the World - Craig Jelley
Explore our incredible world in this fun atlas for Minecraft fansFilled with marvellous ideas, tips, and tricks for creating your own Minecraft builds, this educational Minecraft book for kids is inspired by real-world locations and natural wonders. Full of fun facts about locations, objects and animals from around the world, this is more than just an atlas – it’s a treasure trove of exciting Minecraft build ideas inspired by the real world!Join two Minecraft characters for a guided tour around the globe and learn about real-world natural wildlife and wonders, including Mount Fuji and Machu Picchu, man-made structures and buildings such as The Great Sphinx of Giza and the Roman Colosseum.Dig into the real world in this one-of-a-kind Minecraft book for kids:FACTUAL AND EDUCATIONAL: The Minecraft Atlas of the World is developed in collaboration with experts in their fields, with reference information reviewed by educational professionals.FILLED WITH REAL-WORLD BUILD IDEAS: Contains hundreds of build ideas designed to inspire young Minecraft fans to boost their creativity.TRAVEL AROUND THE GLOBE FROM THE COMFORT OF HOME: Kids will learn real-world facts about history and geography as they marvel at the incredible Minecraft creations on every page.THE PERFECT MINECRAFT GIFT: A wonderful Minecraft resource ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Lonely Planet Epic Snow Adventures of the World - Lonely Planet
Shred the snow with this thrilling collection of 200 epic winter adventures around the world. Zip down the iconic Canadian Rockies or visit Sweden''s original ice hotel for an arctic sleepover - with 50 first-person stories from travellers and famous figures like Arianna Tricomi and Bode Miller, you''ll find inspiration for a lifetime of snowy trips.Scale majestic frozen waterfalls in Colorado; hike Australia''s infamous snow-covered Mt Feathertop for wild views of the sunrise; experience husky sledding in the Chilean Lake District; or take the plunge in one of Finland''s icy outdoor pools. Whether you''re a seasoned winter explorer or a deep-freeze newbie, you''ll find expert tips and practical information including when to go and where to stay, to help make planning your trip as smooth as the ski runs in Val d''Isere.Inside Epic Snow Adventures of the World:- Discover 50 first-person stories, plus a further 150 inspirational ideas for out-of-this-world winter adventures- Expert toolkit with travel knowledge and advice to help you get there including the best time to go, gear required, nearest town, where to stay, opening hours, suggestions for similar trips, and more- Challenge level grading for each snow adventure - easy, harder, epic - to determine the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The End of the World Is Just the Beginning - Peter Zeihan
A New York Times Bestseller!2019 was the last great year for the globalized world economy. For generations, everything has been getting faster, better, and cheaper. Finally, we reached the point that almost anything you could ever want could be sent to your home within days - even hours - of when you decided you wanted it. America made that happen, but now America has lost interest in keeping it going. Globe-spanning supply chains are only possible with the protection of the U.S. Navy. The American dollar underpins internationalized energy and financial markets. Complex, innovative industries were created to satisfy American consumers. American security policy forced warring nations to lay down their arms. Billions of people have been fed and educated as the American-led trade system spread across the globe. All of this was artificial. All this was temporary. All this is ending. In The End of the World is Just the Beginning, author and geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan maps out the next world: a reality of deglobalization where countries or regions will have no choice but to make their own goods, grow their own food, secure their own energy, fight their own battles, and do it all with populations that ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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In the Footsteps of Du Fu - Michael Wood
'Superb... Beautifully written and thoroughly researched' - 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 Biker Girls - Shehzil Malik
Pakistani artist and activist Shehzil Malik’s empowering picture book celebrates girls carving out the right to ride bikes, in a society where it’s traditionally been only allowed for boys.Zoey has never ridden a bike, as most people in her part of the world feel it’s strictly for boys. So when Sophie and Maya invite her to ride with them in the park, and offer to teach her how, she’s beyond excited. And once she gets the hang of it, she falls in love with the feeling of flying on her bike. But when the girls decide to leave the security of the park and venture into the city, it does not go smoothly—the people are not used to seeing girls riding bikes! Could Zoey’s dad be right that it’s not safe for girls to ride? Or is there something the friends can do to challenge the status quo about girls on bikes?Inspired by the author’s experiences, this empowering story shows that while the rights some of us might take for granted aren’t enjoyed by everyone, change is possible!
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Lonely Planet Kids Spooky Stories of the World - Wendy Shearer, Lonely Planet Kids
This spine-tingling collection of spooky stories features over 20 eerie tales from across the globe. Discover bewitching retellings of ghost- and monster-filled myths regaled with ghoulish relish and journey continent-by-continent through this haunting book. With shocks and twists like you wouldn’t believe - are you brave enough to read them all?Packed with mind-boggling mysteries, real unexplained enigmas and traditional stories that are sure to send shivers down your spine, Spooky Stories of the World is the ultimate feast for Halloween-loving kids and readers in search of a fright. Meet vampires, werewolves and fearsome monsters that hide in the shadows in this one-of-a-kind round-the-world collection of hair-raising tales.Inside Spooky Stories of the World:- More than 20 fang-tastic stories from around the world featuring both traditional tales and unexplained mysteries from modern times- Arranged continent by continent with spooky illustrations, original artwork and additional creepy characters for readers to look out for on their travels- Chilling tales include: The Vampire Skeleton (Canada and USA), The Luz Mala (Argentina), The Basilisk of Vilnius (Lithuania), The Bite of the Queen Rat (UK), The Fox Sister (South Korea), The Ghost on Pinjarra Bridge (Australia), The Devouring Gourd (East Africa)Spooky Stories of the World is the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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A Short History of the World in 50 Tyrants - Ben Gazur
Explore the tyrants who have shaped the course of history. All power corrupts, but absolute power can turn people into absolute monsters. The true stories behind the men and women who led tyrannies around the world. This is history ... but not as you know it.Leading readers through all of world history, Ben Gazur looks at how tyrants and their regimes have shaped the course of humanity from the earliest times right up until the modern day. From the first Ancient Greek tyrants to those who still dominate nations today, dictators have always been pulling the strings.In 50 bite-sized chapters spanning thousands of years, A Short History of the World in 50 Tyrants examines their rise to power, how they stayed there and how they were overthrown, investigating their lives and crimes. Readers will learn how Catherine the Great seized the throne from her own husband, how Adolf Hitler created a cult of personality to assume complete control, and how Julius Caesar met his end under a rain of stabs on the senate floor.Follow the whims, eccentricities and evil acts of dictators across the millennia, such as the deadly search for immortality by the first Chinese Emperor, the wily machinations ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mosquitoes of the World - Daniel Strickman, Yvonne-Marie Linton, Richard C. Wilkerson
The definitive reference on the biology, evolution, ecology, and diversity of all known species of the world's mosquitoes. Critical for entomologists, public health professionals, and epidemiologists across the world. Biting multiple times on two, three, or more different hosts, it is no surprise that some species of mosquitoes have co-evolved with pathogens. For humans and other animals, the result has been some of the most challenging diseases known. It has been said that Anopheles gambiae, as the primary transmitter of malaria parasites to humans, is the most dangerous animal in the world. Certainly malaria has killed more people than all the wars that ever took place. Even now, despite drugs and mosquito control, malaria claims the lives of 405,000 per year. The vast majority of mosquito species are not involved in pathogen transmission to humans, but those that are make a huge impact on global health. In this two-volume set, three of the world's leading experts on mosquito disease, ecology, and systematics offer readers unique insights into the fascinating world of mosquitoes while illustrating their diagnostic morphological features in detail. Comprehensively addressing the natural diversity of mosquitoes, the book explains their life histories, bionomic traits, and the physiological and physical ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Penguin History of the World - James Robertson, Odd Arne Westad
The completely updated edition of J. M. Roberts and Odd Arne Westad''s widely acclaimed, landmark bestseller The Penguin History of the WorldFor generations of readers The Penguin History of the World has been one of the great cultural experiences - the entire story of human endeavour laid out in all its grandeur and folly, drama and pain in a single authoritative book. Now, for the first time, it has been completely overhauled for its 6th edition - not just bringing it up to date, but revising it throughout in the light of new research and discoveries, such as the revolution in our understanding of many civilizations in the Ancient World. The closing sections of the book reflect what now seems to be the inexorable rise of Asia and the increasingly troubled situation in the West.About the authors:J.M. Roberts, CBE, published The Penguin History of the World in 1976 to immediate acclaim. His other major books include The Paris Commune from the Right, The Triumph of the West (which was also a successful television series), The Penguin History of Europe and The Penguin History of the Twentieth Century. He died in 2003.Odd Arne Westad, FBA, is Professor of International History at ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Natural Wonders of the World - DK
Discover which of Earth's wonders should definitely make it onto your bucket list with this unparalleled survey of the world's natural treasures. Landscape photography is combined with 3D terrain models and other explanatory artworks to reveal what lies beneath the surface and how features form. To complete the all-round picture, the plants and animals that inhabit the environments are also included, making Natural Wonders of the World a celebration of our world and the most accessible-ever guide to Earth's geological processes and features.In this book about the world, you will find:-Photography of animals, nature and sites from across the globe to create a visual celebration of our planet's natural beauty. -Artworks and digital terrain models constructed from satellite and other data explain how features were formed and reveal their hidden sides. -Detailed chapters on different continents worldwide- including Asia, Europe, North America and Africa.-Facts, statistics, maps and explanations about our planet’s plants and animals. As well as information about rainforests, glaciers and oceans. Also, explore extreme weather conditions such as Cyclones, Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, sandstorms and dust storms in Natural wonders of the World.This book is organised continent by continent and includes the greatest natural wonders from around the world, from ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks - David Gibbins
AN ECONOMIST BEST BOOK OF 2024''Masterful and entrancing - this is big history at its best.'' Professor Alice Roberts, author of Ancestors''A real-life Indiana Jones takes readers on a dive through these underwater museums, revealing the sunken secrets of the past'' The TimesFrom a Bronze Age ship built during the age of Queen Nefertiti and filled with ancient treasures, a Viking warship made for King Cnut himself, Henry VIII''s spectacular Mary Rose and the golden age of the Tudor court, to the exploration of the Arctic, the tragic story of HMS Terror and tales of bravery and endurance aboard HMS Gairsoppa in World War Two, these are the stories of some of the greatest underwater discoveries of all time. A rich and exciting narrative, this is not just the story of those ships and the people who sailed on them, the cargo and treasure they carried and their tragic fate. This is also the story of the spread of people, religion and ideas around the world, a story of colonialism and migration which continues today.Drawing on decades of experience excavating shipwrecks around the world, renowned maritime archaeologist David Gibbins reveals the riches beneath the waves and shows us how the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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A Short History of the World in 50 Failures - Ben Gazur
Explore the failures, mistakes and missed opportunities that shaped history in this new entry in the bestselling series.From the botched attempt to create a life-extending elixir that produced gunpowder, to the unsuccessful stint in medical school which led to a career in naturalism for Charles Darwin, to the missile detection system malfunction that almost sparked a nuclear war, the course of human history has so often been shaped by failures of all magnitudes.In fifty bite-sized chapters spanning thousands of years, A Short History of the World in 50 Failures details how the world as we know it has been defined by plans gone awry, opportunities not seized upon and schemes that were always fated to end in catastrophe.Whether it’s the pharaoh Akhenaten’s misplaced attempt to found a new religion or Napoleon’s doomed invasion of Russia, discover a fascinating collection of outsized tales and historical snafus that created the world as we know it today.Also available:A Short History of the World in 50 Places (9781789291971)A Short History of the World in 50 Animals (9781789292954)A Short History of the World in 50 Books (9781789294088)A Short History of the World in 50 Lies (9781789294606)
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Stormborn: Book 3 of the Seaborn Cycle - Dr Michael Livingston
In this stunning conclusion to Michael Livingston’s Seaborn Cycle, the Fair Isles sail to battle, legends become real, and new magicks threaten to shatter the world.Bela sails the skies with a reader and a metal man, searching for a path to peace.Shae faces the truth of what it means to love and what she is willing to sacrifice for it.Alira leads desperate refugees seeking a new home—and may at last find one for herself.War rises. Blood sings. And the world of the Seaborn will never be the same.Helm to the end.
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A Political History of the World - Jonathan Holslag
A three-thousand year history of the world that examines the causes of war and the search for peaceIn three thousand years of history, China has spent at least eleven centuries at war. The Roman Empire was in conflict during at least 50 per cent of its lifetime. Since 1776, the United States has spent over one hundred years at war. The dream of peace has been universal in the history of humanity. So why have we so rarely been able to achieve it? In A Political History of the World, Jonathan Holslag has produced a sweeping history of the world, from the Iron Age to the present, that investigates the causes of conflict between empires, nations and peoples and the attempts at diplomacy and cosmopolitanism. A birds-eye view of three thousand years of history, the book illuminates the forces shaping world politics from Ancient Egypt to the Han Dynasty, the Pax Romana to the rise of Islam, the Peace of Westphalia to the creation of the United Nations.This truly global approach enables Holslag to search for patterns across different eras and regions, and explore larger questions about war, diplomacy, and power. Has trade fostered peace? What are the limits of ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Iconic Hotels of the World - Carsten K. Rath
Discover the splendor, rich history, and timeless allure of the world’s most legendary hotels—from the old-world charm of Vienna’s Hotel Sacher to the lavish magnificence of Istanbul’s Çiragan Palace—in this stunning volume that offers an unforgettable journey to the nexus of luxury, design, and culture. Bursting with vibrant images and engaging commentary, this captivating armchair guide highlights the striking exteriors, grand lobbies, sumptuous suites, and intricate design flourishes that have earned these luxury hotels iconic stature. Archival photos capture the glamour of bygone eras, while contemporary shots showcase the ultimate in modern refinement and comfort. The famed silhouette of the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, the tropical tranquility of the Datai Langkawi, and the classic elegance of New York’s Pierre Hotel are just a few of the extraordinary stops on this global excursion through world-class hospitality and travel. Detailed captions delve into architectural features, interior design, and the legendary events and personalities that have graced these illustrious residences. Accompanying captions provide fascinating context, highlighting architectural features, design choices, and the legendary guests and events that have shaped these storied spaces. Step into the world of Le Bristol in Paris, where history lingers in every corridor, or imagine the glittering festivities ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mythology of the World, Illustrated Encyclopedia of - Arthur Cotterell
From the ancient Greeks to the Aztecs and from the indigenous peoples of Oceania to native North Americans, people across the world have created a rich tapestry of stories, characters and beliefsto explain the mysteries of creation and the forces of nature and death. In this important volume, the mythologies of the ancient worlds are brought vividly to life. Here, one of the foremost experts on world mythology, Arthur Cotterell, brings together a team of authors to depict the world’s most significant mythological figures and most enthralling stories. Special illustrated features focus on unifying mythological themes such as Creation and the Universe, Ordering the World, Death and Sacrifice, and Oracles and Prophecies.Illustrated with more than 1500 photographs and works of art, this comprehensive guide to the myths and legends of the world is both accessible and timeless in its universal appeal.
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The Secret History of the World - Jonathan Black, Quercus Quercus
THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERThe complete history of the world, from the beginning of time to the present day, based on the beliefs and writings of the secret societies.Jonathan Black examines the end of the world and the coming of the Antichrist - or is he already here? How will he make himself known and what will become of the world when he does? - and the end of Time. Having studied theology and learnt from initiates of all the great secret societies of the world, Jonathan Black has learned that it is possible to reach an altered state of consciousness in which we can see things about the way the world works that hidden from our everyday commonsensical consciousness. This history shows that by using secret techniques, people such as Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton and George Washington have worked themselves into this altered state - and been able to access supernatural levels of intelligence. This book will leave you questioning every aspect of your life and spotting hidden messages in the very fabric of society and life itself. It will open your mind to a new way of living and leave you questioning everything you have been taught - and ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Uncontrollability of the World - Hartmut Rosa
The driving cultural force of that form of life we call ‘modern’ is the desire to make the world controllable. Yet it is only in encountering the uncontrollable that we really experience the world – only then do we feel touched, moved and alive. A world that is fully known, in which everything has been planned and mastered, would be a dead world. Our lives are played out on the border between what we can control and that which lies outside our control. But because we late-modern human beings seek to make the world controllable, we tend to encounter the world as a series of objects that we have to conquer, master or exploit. And precisely because of this, ‘life,’ the experience of feeling alive and truly encountering the world, always seems to elude us. This in turn leads to frustration, anger and even despair, which then manifest themselves in, among other things, acts of impotent political aggression. For Rosa, to encounter the world and achieve resonance with it requires us to be open to that which extends beyond our control. The outcome of this process cannot be predicted, and this is why moments of resonance are always concomitant with ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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A Short History of the World in 50 Lies - Natasha Tidd
Taking readers on a global journey through human history, Natasha Tidd examines how lies can change the world around us, from Julius Caesar’s deceptive PR machine to the cover-ups that caused Chernobyl.A Short History of the World in 50 Lies journeys through forgeries that created centuries worth of conflict and domination, such as The Donation of Constantine, that all started with a forged papal document that went on to spark the start of the European Reformation. Also uncovered are mass political and press cover-ups including the infamous Dreyfus Affair in France that explores wrongful accusations, anti-semitism and Devil’s Island. Alongside these are examinations of how our retellings of history can turn fiction into fact, including The Spanish Inquisition’s deceitful legacy. Plus, there is an in-depth look at how historic lies can still impact our lives today, such as the deadly legacy of America’s Tuskegee Experiment.Meet incredible people, including Jeanne de Clisson who became the fourteenth century's most feared pirate – all because of a lie.A Short History of the World in 50 Lies details the profound impact of this secretive side of history and shows that the truth really is stranger – and far more dangerous – than any fiction.Also ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Manmade Wonders of the World - DK
Discover and explore the most incredible statues, monuments, temples, bridges, and ancient cities with this unparalleled survey of the most famous buildings and structures created by humans.From Stonehenge to the Sagrada Familia, from the Great Wall of China to the Burj Khalifa, Manmade Wonders of the Worldplots a continent-by-continent journey around the world, exploring and charting the ingenuity and imagination used by different cultures to create iconic buildings. This truly global approach reveals how humans have tackled similar challenges - such as keeping the enemy out or venerating their gods - in vastly different parts of the world. As writer, historian, and broadcaster Dan Cruickshank writes in his foreword, "reading this book is like taking a journey through the world not only of the present but also of the past, because the roots of many wonders lie in antiquity."By combining breathtaking photography with 3D cutaway artworks, floorplans, and other illustrations, the hidden details and engineering innovations that make each building remarkable are revealed.Featuring the most visited monuments in the world - such as the Eiffel Tower, Taj Mahal, and Machu Picchu - as well as some hidden gems, Manmade Wonders of the World can help you to map out the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Lonely Planet Kids Myths and Legends of the World - Lonely Planet Kids, Alli Brydon
Bold reader - open your mystical map and get ready to travel through time with 21 dazzling stories of daring and deceit, reward and punishment. Meet gods, goddesses and demigods, serpents, coyotes, talking fish and clever spiders, and cavort with sea nymphs, mystical women, terrifying beasts and volcano people - as you discover different tales of how the world began. These powerful, fascinating myths and legends will transport you to every corner of the globe. You''ll journey from ancient to modern times, from hot climates to freezing temperatures, from mountaintops to seafloors. The stories in this book link you to past generations; these tales have been passed down through a long line of oral traditions. The souls of ancestors, the lives of heroes and the fates of mortals are waiting to be discovered. Myths and legends are retold by Alli Brydon and beautifully illustrated by Julia Iredale. Myths from Africa include: ''The Creation of the World'' from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo ''The Tale of the Ghosts and the Flutes'' from the Beba people of Cameroon ''Anansi and the Box of Stories'' from the Ashanti people of present-day Ghana Myths from Europe include: The Selkies from ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Eye of the World - Robert Jordan
The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine!The Eye of the World, the first novel in Robert Jordan''s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, follows Moiraine Damodred as she arrives in Emond''s Field on a quest to find the one prophesized to stand against The Dark One.The Wheel of Time turns and Ages come and pass, leaving memories that become legend. Legend fades to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth returns again. What was, what will be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow.When a vicious band of half-men, half beasts invade the Two Rivers seeking their master’s enemy, Moiraine persuades Rand al’Thor and his friends to leave their home and enter a larger unimaginable world filled with dangers waiting in the shadows and in the light.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America''s ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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