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Playing the Moldovans at Tennis - Tony Hawks
''All I knew about Moldova were the names of eleven men printed on the inside back pages of my newspaper. None of them sounded to me like they were any good at tennis ...''An eccentric wager finds Tony Hawks, a man who loves an unusual challenge, bound for the little-known Eastern European state of Moldova. His mission: to track down members of the country''s football team and persuade them to play him at tennis. The bizarre quest ultimately has little to do with tennis or football, but instead turns into an extraordinary journey involving the Moldovan underworld, gypsies, chronic power shortages, near kidnap, and a surprisingly tender relationship with his host family. Follow the fortunes of Tony in this hilarious and often moving adventure as it takes him from Moldova, onwards to Northern Ireland, leading to an exciting denouement in Nazareth - and the naked truth of the bet''s final outcome ...
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Tennis Collection : A History of Iconic Players, Their Rackets, Outfits, and Equipment, The - Rafael Nadal, Gustavo Fernandez
One of the largest collections of tennis memorabilia including sneakers, hundreds of vintage rackets, rare tennis accessories, and tennis ensembles worn by the sport’s most iconic players.From a sixteenth-century Italian book, the first to describe the game of tennis, to Arthur Ashe’s 1979 competition racket, and Novak Djokovic’s adidas tennis kit worn during his Wimbledon 2007 victory, this volume features over 150 pieces of extraordinary ephemera from the Museo de la Moda, alongside images of tennis superstars and seminal moments in tennis history.The trailblazing champion of adaptive tennis, Gustavo Fernández, takes readers through his selection of one-of-a-kind tennis pieces from the world-class fashion museum in Santiago, Chile. Featuring original interviews with Novak Djokovic, Guillermo Vilas, Gabriela Sabatini, and Roger Federer, The Tennis Collection is organized by themes such as sportswear, which features pieces like Bill Tilden’s 1920s tennis sweater, to trendsetting tennis outfits worn by Virginia Wade, Chris Evert, Andre Agassi, Marcelo Rios, and Venus Williams; sections on rackets from eighteenth-century wooden rackets to Roger Federer’s 2006 “Ncode six-one tour 90” racket; as well as rare tennis accessories, artwork, and vintage tennis magazines. A rich survey the sports evolving style, fashion, and design, this volume is a must-have for lovers ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Witches of Vardo - Anya Bergman
They will have justice. They will show their power. They will not burn.'Three women's fight for survival in a time of madness' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The MerciesNorway, 1662. A dangerous time to be a woman, when even dancing can lead to accusations of witchcraft. After recently widowed Zigri's affair with the local merchant is discovered, she is sent to the fortress at Vardø to be tried as a witch.Zigri's daughter Ingeborg sets off into the wilderness to try to bring her mother back home. Accompanying her on this quest is Maren - herself the daughter of a witch - whose wild nature and unconquerable spirit gives Ingeborg the courage to venture into the unknown, and to risk all she has to save her family.Also captive in the fortress is Anna Rhodius, once the King of Denmark's mistress, who has been sent in disgrace to the island of Vardø. What will she do - and who will she betray - to return to her privileged life at court?These Witches of Vardø are stronger than even the King. In an age weighted against them, they refuse to be victims. They will have their justice. All they need do is show ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Cull of the Wild - Hugh Warwick
LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR WRITING ON CONSERVATION''Honest and intelligent.'' Chris Packham ''Expertly researched, engaging and even-handed.'' BBC Wildlife Investigating the ethical and practical challenges of one of the greatest threats to biodiversity: invasive species. Globally, the threat to biodiversity of invasive species lies on a par with habitat loss, climate change and pollution. Tackling this isn’t easy – and nobody knows that better than Hugh Warwick. As a conservationist, he loathes the idea of killing, harming or even eating animals. As an ecologist, he is acutely aware of the need, at times, to kill invasive species whose presence harms the wider environment.How do we protect endangered native species? Which species do we prioritise? And how do we reckon with the ethics of killing anything in the name of conservation? Taking a balanced approach to this emotive subject, Hugh talks to experts on all sides of the debate as he explores the complex history of species control and the impact of the global movement of species. In his signature humorous style, he explains the scientific theory and outlines the issues conservationists face in controlling non-native animals and protecting native species, including grey and red squirrels on Anglesey, ravens and ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Gates of Athens - Conn Iggulden
BE TRANSPORTED TO THE EPIC WORLD OF THE ATHENIANS WITH CONN IGGULDEN''S LATEST LEGENDARY TALE ''Astonishing, convincing and compelling, with ferocious battles that bring the Ancient World of Greece alive'' 5***** Reader Review ______ A STATESMAN IS BORN, NOT MADE . . . Marathon. A Persian king stands at last on Greek soil. His Immortals have come to raze the cities of the west. The Athenians are hopelessly outnumbered. The gods are silent. All they have is the shield line. Xanthippus takes a breath. If they cannot stand, all Greece will fall. Thermopylae. Ten years later, Athens has betrayed its favourite son. When the Persians return, when they cross the Hellespont to take revenge on the Greeks, will Xanthippus come home to save his people? Athens cannot stand alone a second time. In desperation, the city calls on men of Sparta to block the pass at Thermopylae. To give them time. To give them hope. Featuring two of the most famous battles of the Ancient World, The Gates of Athens is a bravura piece of storytelling about a people driven to preserve their freedom at any cost. ______ Readers are raving about The Gates of Athens: ''What a brilliantly addictive ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Creepy Classics: The Phantom of the Opera (Easy Classics)
Adapted and illustrated edition of The Phantom of the Opera at easy-to-read level for a new generation of readers aged 7+. Mr Poligny is retiring as manager of the Paris Opera House. Before he leaves, he tells his replacements how to please the phantom who has haunted the opera house for years. Despite the mysterious death of a stagehand, the new managers insist the phantom is just a ghost story and the ballerinas are scared of nothing. Meanwhile, a singer is visited by the Angel of Music; a being who is neither angel nor ghost …About the Creepy Classics Children's Collection:An opera house haunted by a musical spirit and a castle whose owner sleeps in a coffin are just two of the places these ten spooky stories transport readers to. Based on the world’s most famous gothic literature, they have been simplified and sanitised for a younger audience, with all the excitement and thrills of the originals.
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Titanic: The Ship That Never Sank? - Robin Gardiner
In 1912 the unthinkable happened - the supposedly unsinkable Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg, or so it was thought. In this bestselling book author Robin Gardiner claims that it was not in fact the Titanic but the sister ship, the Olympic, which finished its days sinking in the icy waters of the North Atlantic on that fateful night. His contention is that what happened was an insurance scam perpetrated by the White Star line which may have involved the possible collusion by the British government in the cover-up. On 20 September 1911, the Olympic was involved in a collision with the Royal Navy Warship HMS Hawke in Southampton Water. Olympic was found to be to blame in the collision. Because of this finding, White Star''s insurers allegedly refused to pay out on the claim. As this would amount to a serious financial loss for the company, it is alleged that, to make sure at least one vessel would be earning money, the badly damaged Olympic was patched up and then converted to become the Titanic. The real Titanic when complete would then quietly enter service as the Olympic. To dispose of the Olympic, which had allegedly been damaged beyond ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Prosecuting the Powerful: War Crimes and the Battle for Justice - Steve Crawshaw
''Prosecuting The Powerful isn''t just compelling and very moving, it has all the force of a well-crafted thriller. I literally couldn''t stop reading it,'' John Simpson, BBC World Affairs Editor''A compelling account of a revolutionary moment in history,'' Philippe Sands, The Spectator ''Powerful, timely and moving,'' Baroness Helena Kennedy KC''A tour de force,'' Lindsey Hilsum, International Editor, Channel 4 News''Absolutely brilliant,'' Nick CohenGuardian Book of the DayCould we ever see Vladimir Putin in the dock for his crimes? What about a Western ally like Benjamin Netanyahu? Putting a country''s leader on trial once seemed unimaginable. But as Steve Crawshaw describes in Prosecuting the Powerful - a blend of powerful eyewitness reporting and gripping history - the possibilities of justice have been transformed.Crawshaw includes recent stories from the front lines of justice in Ukraine, Israel/Palestine and at The Hague, as well as his earlier encounters with war criminals like Slobodan Milošević. He tells the stories of those who have demanded protection for civilians and accountability for war criminals - from the Swiss businessman who is the reason why we have the Geneva Conventions today and the prosecutors at Nuremberg to the Syrian police photographer who helped put one of Bashar al-Assad''s ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Black Box - Henry Louis Gates
A foundational reckoning with how Black Americans have used the written word to define and redefine themselves over the course of the country''s history.Distilled over many years from Henry Louis Gates Jr''s legendary Harvard course in African American Studies, The Black Box: Writing the Race is the story of Black self-definition in America through the prism of the writers who have led the way. From Phillis Wheatley and Frederick Douglass, W. E. B. Du Bois and Booker T. Washington, to Zora Neale Hurston and Richard Wright, James Baldwin and Toni Morrison, these writers used words to create a liveable world – a “home†– for Black people destined to live in a bitterly racist society.This is a community that defined and transformed itself in defiance of oppression and lies; a collective act of resistance and transcendence that is at the heart of its self-definition. Out of that contested ground has flowered a resilient, creative, powerful, diverse culture formed by people who have often disagreed markedly about what it means to be ''Black'', and about how best to shape a usable past out of the materials at hand, to call into being a more just and equitable future.This is the epic ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Winston and the Windsors - Andrew Morton
Winston and the Windsors is a rich and vivid story not only of how Churchill befriended and advised Kings, Queens, princes and princesses but of how the Prime Minister’s splendid and glorious association with the crown shaped modern Britain.Few figures in British history have been so deeply and consequentially involved with the British royal family as Winston Churchill. Churchill was unique in his role: helping to shape not only a single reign but an entire royal dynasty.However, it was by no means a seamless relationship. At times, the royals treated him with suspicion and contempt; at others they were avuncular, competitive and cheering. Yet whether he was playing the role of antagonist to the royal family or that of trusted confidante, the Prime Minister's influence was central to the twentieth-century history of the monarchy. This is drama of the first order, at times thrilling and always compelling.Winston and the Windsors marks the first dual biography of Winston Churchill alongside the royal family. Having unearthed much under-appreciated archival material – including diary entries, postcards and letters to and from Kings, Queens and princes – Morton presents a meticulously researched biography of a royal house and a beloved Prime Minister.Also available:Diana: Her ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Winston and the Windsors - Andrew Morton
Few figures in British history have been so deeply and so consequentially involved with the British royal family as Winston Spencer Churchill. While numerous men of stature have advised kings and queens during their reigns, Churchill is unique in his role: helping to shape not only a reign, but an entire royal dynasty. However, it was by no means a seamless relationship. At times, the royal family treated him with suspicion and contempt; at others, their relations were avuncular, competitive and cheering. Yet whether he was playing the role of antagonist to the royal family or that of trusted confidante, Churchill’s influence was central to the twentieth-century history of the British monarchy.The attitudes of the royal family towards him, whether warm or icy, were also crucial in creating the legend of Winston Churchill. The House of Windsor helped shape his career and his legacy: from his young days receiving paternal advice from Edward VII; his middle years of diehard loyalty to King Edward VIII during the abdication crisis; his initially grudging but ultimately fruitful partnership with George VI during World War II; to his enduring fondness for young Elizabeth, the last sovereign he served.While there have been many biographies of ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Black Box - Jr. Gates, Henry Louis Gates
A foundational reckoning with how Black Americans have used the written word to define and redefine themselves over the course of the country's history. Distilled over many years from Henry Louis Gates Jr's legendary Harvard course in African American Studies, The Black Box: Writing the Race is the story of Black self-definition in America through the prism of the writers who have led the way. From Phillis Wheatley and Frederick Douglass, W. E. B. Du Bois and Booker T. Washington, to Zora Neale Hurston and Richard Wright, James Baldwin and Toni Morrison, these writers used words to create a liveable world – a “home†– for Black people destined to live in a bitterly racist society. This is a community that defined and transformed itself in defiance of oppression and lies; a collective act of resistance and transcendence that is at the heart of its self-definition. Out of that contested ground has flowered a resilient, creative, powerful, diverse culture formed by people who have often disagreed markedly about what it means to be 'Black', and about how best to shape a usable past out of the materials at hand, to call into being a more just and equitable future. This ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The First World War - Professor A J P Taylor
A. J. P. Taylor was one of the most acclaimed and uncompromising historians of the twentieth century. In this clear, lively and now-classic account of the First World War, he tells the story of the conflict from the German advance in the West, through the Marne, Gallipoli, the Balkans and the War at Sea to the offensives of 1918 and the state of Europe after the war. Containing photographs and maps, this an essential history of the war that ''cut deep into the consciousness of modern man''.
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The Witches of Vardo - Anya Bergman
They will have justice. They will show their power. They will not burn.'Three women's fight for survival in a time of madness' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The MerciesNorway, 1662. A dangerous time to be a woman, when even dancing can lead to accusations of witchcraft. After recently widowed Zigri's affair with the local merchant is discovered, she is sent to the fortress at Vardø to be tried as a witch.Zigri's daughter Ingeborg sets off into the wilderness to try to bring her mother back home. Accompanying her on this quest is Maren - herself the daughter of a witch - whose wild nature and unconquerable spirit gives Ingeborg the courage to venture into the unknown, and to risk all she has to save her family.Also captive in the fortress is Anna Rhodius, once the King of Denmark's mistress, who has been sent in disgrace to the island of Vardø. What will she do - and who will she betray - to return to her privileged life at court?These Witches of Vardø are stronger than even the King. In an age weighted against them, they refuse to be victims. They will have their justice. All they need do is show ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Gardening at Longmeadow - Monty Don
Monty Don made a triumphant return to our screens as presenter of Gardeners'' World. A firm favourite with viewers, Monty''s infectious enthusiasm for plants, attention to the finer details of gardening technique and easy charm have seen the ratings soar. Here Monty invites us into the garden at Longmeadow, to show us how he created this beautiful garden, and how we can do the same in our own.Following the cycle of the seasons, Gardening at Longmeadow will introduce readers to the garden from the earliest snowdrops of January through the first splashes of colour in the Spring Garden, the electric summer displays of the Jewel Garden, the autumn harvest in the orchard, and on to a Christmas feast sourced from the vegetable gardens. Describing the magic of each area at different times of the year, Monty will explain the basics of what to do when and how to get the most from each plant. He''ll talk through the essential techniques and more complex processes, accompanied by easy-to-follow, step-by-step photography.Longmeadow is a gardeners'' garden, but this will be a book for gardening enthusiasts of all skill levels who have been inspired by what they''ve seen, and who would like to achieve ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Lonely Planet Kids Happiness Around the World - Kate Baker, Lonely Planet Kids
The follow-up to Lonely Planet Kids’ Love Around the World, this beautifully illustrated picture book looks at concepts of happiness from across our planet. From forest bathing in Japan and playing the drums in Mali, to Danish hygge, Indian yoga and sharing a feast with family in the USA, every culture has its own unique take on how to achieve contentedness. Featuring Wazza Pink''s stunning artwork, this book is the ultimate guide to the world of wellbeing. Contents includes:- Sharing a Meal With Family - USA- Remembering loved ones on the Day of the Dead - MEXICO - Getting ready for Carnival - BRAZIL- Being cosy (hygge) - DENMARK- Going for an evening stroll (La passeggiata) - ITALY- Having a sauna - FINLAND- Djembe drumming - MALI- Going forest bathing - JAPAN- Singing along with the hits at a noraebang (''singing room'') - SOUTH KOREA- Tidying up for New Year - CHINA- Practising yoga - INDIA- Sharing fish with the community (Inati) - TOKELAU- Telling Dreamtime stories - AUSTRALIAAbout Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world''s leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Widow, The Priest and The Octopus Hunter - Amy Chavez
Get to know the inhabitants of a tiny Japanese island—and their unusual stories and secrets—through this fascinating, intimate collection of portraits."This book beautifully describes the residents of tiny Shiraishi Island as well as telling how Amy herself came to be in such a fascinating little corner of Japan…Amy herself, with this book, has shown herself an integral part of this preservation. —Rebecca Otowa, author of At Home in JapanWhen American journalist Amy Chavez moved to the tiny island of Shiraishi (population 430), she rented a house from an elderly woman named Eiko, who left many of her most cherished possessions in the house—including a portrait of Emperor Hirohito and a family altar bearing the spirit tablet of her late husband. Why did she abandon these things? And why did her tombstone later bear the name of a daughter no one knew? These are just some of the mysteries Amy pursues as she explores the lives of Shiraishi''s elusive residents. The 31 revealing accounts in this book include: The story of 40-year-old fisherman Hiro, one of two octopus hunters left on the island, who moved back to his home island to fill a void left by his brother who died in ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Christmas Classics: The Nutcracker (Easy Classics) - Gemma Barder
Adapted and illustrated edition of The Nutcracker at easy-to-read level for a new generation of readers aged 7+. One Christmas Eve, Maria and Fred’s mysterious godfather gives them a handsomely decorated nutcracker. When her brother, Fred, breaks the toy, Maria is heartbroken and vows to nurse him back to health.Maria’s nutcracker magically comes to life and leads her on a thrilling, magical adventure where only she can save the hero. She must help the Nutcracker defeat the Mouse King and turn him into his human self. About the Christmas Classics Children's Collection:Ho-Ho-ho! It’s time to find the box of Christmas baubles, eat too many mince pies and leave carrots out for Rudolph! Get in the festive spirit with this eight-book collection of Christmas-themed tales!Do you know the origins of Santa Claus? Perhaps you have forgotten the important lesson that Scrooge must learn.In this collection of classic and new stories, there are no humbugs – just a sprinkle of Christmas magic!
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Confronting the Classics - Professor Mary Beard
Mary Beard is one of the world''s best-known classicists - a brilliant academic, with a rare gift for communicating with a wide audience both though her TV presenting and her books.In a series of sparkling essays, she explores our rich classical heritage - from Greek drama to Roman jokes, introducing some larger-than-life characters of classical history, such as Alexander the Great, Nero and Boudicca. She invites you into the places where Greeks and Romans lived and died, from the palace at Knossos to Cleopatra''s Alexandria - and reveals the often hidden world of slaves. She takes a fresh look at both scholarly controversies and popular interpretations of the ancient world, from The Golden Bough to Asterix.The fruit of over thirty years in the world of classical scholarship, Confronting the Classics captures the world of antiquity and its modern significance with wit, verve and scholarly expertise.
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The Little Red Book of Golf Wisdom
The Little Red Book of Golf Wisdom is packed full of thoughtful and witty quotes on the game that has maddened, excited, and delighted generations of players and fans alike. Golfing legends, literary giants, celebrities, and politicians offer pithy and memorable comments on the sport that A. A. Milne once described as “the best game in the world at which to be bad.” Read musings on golf from such noteworthy folks as: • John Updike • Bill Clinton • Ben Hogan • Annika Sorenstam • Rex Lardner • Tiger Woods • Jack Nicklaus • P.G. Wodehouse • Althea Gibson • And hundreds of others!The Little Red Book of Golf Wisdom will entertain, instruct, and capture the essence of the game that has an irresistible hold on anyone connected with it—whether as a participant or a spectator. There’s a reason why people all over the world are drawn to a game that can easily break one’s heart. This book tells you why.
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Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Reflect: Oxford Reading Level 8: The Disasters of Leo Williams - Amber Lee Dodd
Leo''s always thinking about what might go wrong. I guess you can call him a worrier. He worries about everything - except when he''s playing the drums. At least, that was the case until now ... Reflect is a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings, carefully crafted to promote thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level reading comprehension. Written by top authors and developed with Literacy expert Nikki Gamble, these are books you can trust to engage, entertain and support children''s personal development and wellbeing. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to books with the right depth and complexity, and helping them to progress. Each book contains inside cover notes to help children deepen their understanding and support their reading comprehension. Teaching notes on Oxford Owl offer cross-curricular links to Relationships Education and support literacy skills.
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The Tennis Court - Nick Pachelli
Every one of the world''s half a million tennis courts is, at its most basic, an identical blank canvas: a 78-foot by 36-foot rectangle, divided by a 3-foot-high net in its centre, and marked with eleven straight lines. But add in the elements of surface, space, wind, acoustics, crowds, shadows, humidity, and even air density, and every tennis court is unique-a work of art. And some are masterpieces.Nick Pachelli curates and profiles 200 of the world''s most beautiful, iconic, significant, alluring, and idiosyncratic tennis courts from across the globe, each breathtakingly photographed. He explores the heavyweights, including Wimbledon''s All England Lawn Tennis Club, which employs a hawk to keep stray birds from soiling the meticulous lawns. Arthur Ashe, the Grandstand, and Court 17 in Flushing, Queens, where hundreds of thousands of tennis fans gather every summer for the US Open. And there''s Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland-Garros, whose clay seems to take on a different shade-burnt orange, burnt red, burgundy, umber-every time you see it.We visit far-flung treasures, such as Waiheke Tennis Club in New Zealand, where you''ll need to take a plane, then a ferry, then a car or bus, and then walk before arriving there. Indoor marvels, including the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Stylish Life: Tennis - Ben Rothenberg
“Imply you’re a tennis ace with this stylish coffee-table book†— Evening StandardImmerse yourself in the world of tennis like never before. This coffee table book is more than just a collection of impressive shots - it''s a tribute to the elegance, style, and passion that make tennis so unique.The Stylish Life Tennis showcases the beauty and prestige associated with this exclusive sport. A visual journey into a world full of excitement and dynamism, where each serve marks the beginning of a new story.The aesthetic photographs in the book invite you to experience the fascinating game from a different perspective. Less technical know-how, but much more genuine emotions: On every page, a story of dedication, determination, and the pursuit of perfection that make tennis so unforgettable is told.Whether you are a passionate tennis player yourself or simply enjoy the beauty and glamour of this sport, The Stylish Life Tennis is a timeless work that will captivate you time and time again. Immerse yourself in the incomparable atmosphere of tennis and let yourself be inspired by the fascinating images.
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A Piano In The Pyrenees - Tony Hawks
''If you had to pick two things you wanted - if you had to - what would you pick?''I hesitated. This was a bigger question than usually got asked at these post-match debriefs. ''I suppose the honest answer would be,'' I said, still accessing the last pieces of required data from a jumbled mind, ''meeting my soul mate, and finding an idyllic house abroad somewhere.''Inspired by breathtaking views and romantic dreams of finding love in the mountains, Tony Hawks impulsively buys a house in the French Pyrenees. Here, he plans to finally fulfil his childhood fantasy of mastering the piano, untroubled by the problems of the world. In reality, the chaotic story of Tony''s hopelessly ill-conceived house purchase reads like the definitive guide to how not to buy a house in France. It finds him flirting with the removal business in a disastrous attempt to transport his piano to France in a dodgy white van; foolishly electing to build a swimming pool himself; and expanding his relationship repertoire when he starts co-habiting, not with an exquisite French beauty, but with a middle-aged builder from West London.As Tony and his friends haplessly attempt to fit into village life, they learn more ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 - PS5 (5030917294297)
Hra na konzoli - PS5 (s mechanikou), krabicová verze, žánr: sportovní, - legendární Tony Hawk je zpět! Užijte si kompletní remaster prvních 2 dílů, s přepracovanými originálními úrovněmi a ikonickou hudbou. Svého skateboardistu si upravíte pomocí kosmetických doplňků získaných prováděním triků v Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 PS5 . Předvádějte šílené triky na U-rampách a dalších překážkách skateparků Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 PS5. Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 PS5 přináší vypulírovanou grafiku Zahrajte si první dva legendární díly Tony HawksPro Skater PS5 v kompletně remasterované grafice....
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The Inner Game of Tennis (50th Anniversary Edition) - W. Timothy Gallwey, Bill Gates
The timeless guide to achieving the state of “relaxed concentration” that’s not only the key to peak performance in tennis but the secret to success in life itself—now in a 50th anniversary edition with an updated epilogue, a foreword by Bill Gates, and an updated preface from NFL coach Pete Carroll“Groundbreaking . . . the best guide to getting out of your own way . . . Its profound advice applies to many other parts of life.”—Bill Gates, GatesNotes (“Five of My All-Time Favorite Books”) This phenomenally successful guide to mastering the game from the inside out has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Billie Jean King has called the book her tennis bible; Al Gore has used it to focus his campaign staff; and Itzhak Perlman has recommended it to young violinists. Based on W. Timothy Gallwey’s profound realization that the key to success doesn’t lie in holding the racket just right, or positioning the feet perfectly, but rather in keeping the mind uncluttered, this transformative book gives you the tools to unlock the potential that you’ve possessed all along. “The Inner Game” is the one played within the mind of the player, against the hurdles ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Inner Game of Tennis - W. Timothy Gallwey
Described by Billie Jean King as her 'tennis bible', Timothy Gallwey's international bestseller has been essential reading for players of all abilities since it was first published in 1974. With a new foreword from Bill Gates.Instead of concentrating on how to improve your technique, Timothy Gallwey starts from the understanding that 'every game is composed of two parts, an outer game and an inner game'. The former is played against opponents on the court, but the latter is a battle within ourselves as we try and overcome self-doubt and anxiety. It is often won or lost before a ball has been hit.In his revolutionary approach, built on a foundation of Zen thinking and humanistic psychology, Gallwey will teach you how to trust the intuitive wisdom of your body and achieve a state of ‘relaxed concentration’. With lessons on gamesmanship and breaking bad habits, it is no surprise that Gallwey’s method has had a far-reaching impact both on and off the tennis court. Whether you want to win at tennis, write a novel, get ahead at work, or simply unwind after a stressful day, Gallwey shows you how to tap into your utmost potential.No matter your goals, The Inner Game of ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Once Upon A Time In The West...Country - Tony Hawks
Comedian and bestselling author, Tony Hawks, is embarking on his greatest adventure yet - moving from city life in London to deepest Devon in the West Country.
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Round Ireland With A Fridge - Tony Hawks
''I hereby bet Tony Hawks the sum of One Hundred Pounds that he cannot hitchhike round the circumference of Ireland, with a fridge, within one calendar month''A foolhardy attempt to win a drunken bet led to Tony Hawks having one of the most unforgettable experiences of his life. Joined by his trusty travelling-companion-cum-domestic-appliance, he found himself in the midst of a remarkable, inspirational and, at times, downright silly adventure.In their month of madness, Tony and his fridge surfed together; entered a batchelor festival; and one of them had sex without the other knowing. The fridge got christened, and they even met the poorest king on Earth.An absurd story of an extraordinary adventure, Round Ireland with a Fridge follows the fearless pair as they battle towards Dublin and a breathtaking finale that is moving, uplifting, and a fitting conclusion to the whole ridiculous affair.
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Tennis For Dummies - Jon Levey, Patrick McEnroe
Learn the basics of tennis so you can hit the courts, improve your game, and follow the pros This updated edition of Tennis For Dummies takes you into the world of tennis today. You'll learn the history of the game, the rules, the latest gear, the hottest strategies, and everything else you need to know to get into this popular racquet sport. This easy-to-understand guide shows you what it takes to improve each time you step on the court, and puts you in the middle of the pro tennis action so you can enjoy the matches everyone is talking about. You'll learn to equip yourself with the right apparel, racquet, and accessories, so you're ready to play. Get tips for perfecting your strokes and shaping up with physical conditioning, plus dealing with common tennis injuries. You'll also explore the finer points of tennis etiquette, both on the court and as a spectator. Discover how the game of tennis is played, with helpful illustrations and court diagramsMaster the mental game so you can get the most out of yourself each and every time you pick up a racquetUnderstand the rules of tennis, the varieties of the game, and the scoring systemLearn ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Tennis Champion Who Escaped the Nazis - Felice Hardy
In 1930, at the age of twenty-seven, Liesl Herbst was the Austrian National Tennis Champion, a celebrity in Vienna. Liesl, her husband David and their daughter Dorli came to Britain after escaping the Nazis. In London, though initially stripped of their Austrian passports and rendered stateless aliens, both Liesl and her daughter Dorli competed at Wimbledon. They remain the only mother and daughter ever to have played doubles together at Wimbledon. This moving story of escape and survival is told by LieslÂ’s grand-daughter, DorliÂ’s daughter. Some of the story, the author heard first-hand from her grandmother; the rest, she has meticulously researched over many years in four countries. It is as much a search for the authorÂ’s own identity as for her own children and grandchildren to ensure that their remarkable family history is never lost again.
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Playing the Field - Becky Ward
Fun, sexy and full of heart, Playing the Field is perfect for fans of Icebreaker and The Cheat Sheet as well as shows like Welcome to Wrexham and Ted Lasso.TROPES: Grumpy/Sunshine, Forbidden Romance, Secret Dating, will-they-won''t-they––––––––––––––––––––––––––-He might be a player, but she''ll teach him some new rules…When football-mad Lily''s local club relocates to a city more than 50 miles away, she''s just as devastated as all the other fans. Determined to keep the community''s love of football alive, Lily, along with her dad and sister, sets up a brand-new club, Crawford United, with the dream of making it big.Everyone is shocked when notorious professional player Ben Pryce shows up out of the blue to help coach the new team. Despite being a top Premier League striker, he''s been temporarily suspended from his team for an altercation with a fan – and his image is in serious need of a revamp.Within minutes Lily and Ben are clashing like rival teams on match day. But despite their differences, sparks fly – and it''s not long before Lily''s at risk of breaking her number one rule: no mixing business with pleasure.Ben may have a bad-boy reputation, but might there be more to him ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Na víkend do Afriky - Andrew O'Hagan, Irvine Welsh, Alex Garland, Giles Foden, Tony Hawks, William F. Deedes, Victoria Glendinningová
Britský deník Daily Telegraph pozval sedm rozdílných anglických autorů na jeden víkend do Súdánu, "aby se osobně angažovali ve válce, která byla do té doby mimo jejich dosah..." Každý z autorů je mistrem svého žánru - a každý z nich musel vykročit ze svého odlišného, nicméně podobně výlučného světa. Irvine Welsh, znalec drogové subkultury Edinburghu; Alex Garland, nonkonformní autor dobrodružných románů; Victoria Glendinningová, autorka zachycující životy z jiných století; Andrew O'Hagan, pronikavý kronikář současných životů; Bill Deedes, který je již 70 let novinářem, psal poprvé v životě beletrii a Tony Hawks se pokoušel složit se súdánskými domorodci píseň. Pouze Giles Foden se skupinou necestoval. Jeho příspěvek, o který jsme požádali až později, jelikož jeho zkušenosti z Afriky dodaly knize další rozměr, byl napsán před hrozivými událostmi 11. září .
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Tennis Shoes - Noel Streatfeild
Tennis Shoes is one of the wonderful 'Shoes' collection of adventures for children by Noel Streatfeild.There is no doubt about it - the Heath children have tennis in their blood. Their grandfather and father before them had been top players, and the twins are champion material. Then Nicky - cheeky, rebellious Nicky - starts to practise in secret, but talented at tennis as she is, the ambitious Nicky first has battles to win with herself - on and off the tennis court.Reissued in 'A Puffin Book' series of Puffin modern classics, this is a sharp and funny story that follows in the footsteps of Ballet Shoes, Theatre Shoes and Circus Shoes by the popular children's author Noel Streatfeild.
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The Game Changers: How Playing Games Changed the World and Can Change You Too - Clare Tim
Why is playing games a universal human instinct? Why did the same games evolve across wildly different civilisations? And how can those games make your life happier, healthier and more fulfilled? The history of board games is really the history of human civilisation. Through it we see how our species has learned to live with one another, make deals, take on different roles and manage the ups and downs of luck.In this entertaining and thought-provoking look at games through the ages, Tim Clare explores the legal highs of a good dice roll, the thrills of a predatory race game and the tactile pleasures of the games that age with us through our lives to discover how, through play, we become fully ourselves. Drawing on Roman anti-cheating devices, organised crime card syndicates and the combative domestic bonding ritual of Monopoly, The Game Changers explains why games are more popular now than ever, and how playing them helps us learn to be better losers, make smarter decisions and become more human.
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Table Tennis Tactics - Klaus-M Geske
The book contains an age-appropriate collection of all aspects of table tennis tactics for young players. It helps you to read your opponents game better and to decide how to play against forehand- or backhanddominant players. There are also valuable tips on how playing tempo can be used as a tactical element, how to produce and read ball spin and how to influence it with a suitable racket surface, and how the service game is used to take tactical control of the game. With numerous photos and illustrations, a self-test questionnaire, portraits of the best table tennis players, the official rules and tactical know-how, this book will soon become your table tennis bible.
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Emma Raducanu: When Tennis Came Home - Mike Dickson
''BRILLIANT'' - Daily Mail''Is there any expectation? I''m a qualifier, so there''s no pressure on me!''In 2021, Emma Raducanu shocked and charmed the tennis world as she raced to the US Open title with a smile on her face. But how did a little-known 18-year-old from Kent become the first ever qualifier to win a Major?Now Mike Dickson, who as Tennis Correspondent of the Daily Mail was one of the few journalists present in New York to see her lift the trophy, reveals what it took to become Britain''s first woman Grand Slam champion since Virginia Wade in 1977. Drawing on interviews with key figures in Raducanu''s development, he has written a fascinating account of a remarkable journey. From her early days falling in love with the game as a young girl in Bromley and the years of hard work and dedication that followed, he traces the ups and downs of a junior career that took her to the furthest reaches of the international circuit.But it was her breakthrough on home turf at Wimbledon, just weeks after sitting her A-levels, that really grabbed the attention of the public. It led to her first prolonged spell on the full professional tour ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Playing the Game? - Mark Peel
Of all games, cricket has long prided itself on its ethical traditions, but to modern sceptics the idea of cricket encapsulating a higher morality is actually something of a myth. Playing the Game? looks at the changing ethics of cricket, from its gentlemanly roots right up until the present day. After decades of sledging, intimidatory bowling, blatant gamesmanship and dissent, the MCC adopted `The Spirit of Cricket'' in 2000 in an attempt to reclaim the game''s original ethos - but was it already too late? While the concept is a noble one, its impact has so far been limited, as award-winning cricket scribe Mark Peel explains. As well as looking back to the infamous Bodyline series of 1932/33, Peel also investigates the effects of Kerry Packer''s World Series Cricket; takes the ICC to task on their failure to quell rowdy behaviour and gamesmanship; examines the double standards of Western cricketing nations towards Pakistan; and delves into the recent ball-tampering affair that has tainted Aussie cricket.
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Playing the Enemy - John Carlin
Now filmed as INVICTUS directed by Clint Eastwood, and starring Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela. SHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2008As the day of the final of the 1995 Rugby World Cup dawned, and the Springboks faced New Zealand''s all-conquering All Blacks, more was at stake than a sporting trophy. When Nelson Mandela appeared wearing a Springboks jersey and led the all-white Afrikaner-dominated team in singing South Africa''s new national anthem, he conquered the hearts of white South Africa. Playing the Enemy tells the extraordinary human story of how that moment became possible. It shows how a sport, once the preserve of South Africa''s Afrikaans-speaking minority, came to unify the new rainbow nation, and tells of how - just occasionally - something as simple as a game really can help people to rise above themselves and see beyond their differences.
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Playing Under the Piano: 'Comedy gold' Sunday Times - Hugh Bonneville
Hugh Bonneville is one of Britain''s most accomplished actors, whose credits include Downton Abbey, W1A and the Paddington films. ''It''s a gorgeous book. It made me laugh out loud - and weep buckets'' Esther Rantzen''I don''t remember when I last read a book that gave me so many laughs'' Christina Patterson, Sunday Times''Tremendously entertaining'' Rachel Cooke, Observer''A writer of considerable urbanity and wit'' Lynn Barber, Daily Telegraph''You''ll laugh, you''ll cry, you''ll love Hugh even more'' Woman & HomeHugh Bonneville is one of Britain''s most accomplished actors, familiar to audiences worldwide for his roles in Notting Hill, the Paddington films and Downton Abbey. From getting his big break as Third Shepherd in the school nativity play, to mistaking a Hollywood star for an estate agent, Hugh creates a brilliantly vivid picture of a career on stage and screen. What is it like working with Judi Dench and Julia Roberts, or playing Robert de Niro''s right leg, or not being Gary Oldman, twice? A wickedly funny storyteller, Hugh also writes with poignancy about his father''s dementia and of his mother, whose life in the secret service only emerged after her death. Whether telling stories of working with divas, Dames or a bear ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Playing the French - Jacob Aagaard, Nikolaos Ntirlis
The French Defence is one of the most solid and strategically rich responses to 1.e4. Many opening lines have been analysed to death by computer, but the French is relatively resistant to this growing trend, as the characteristic blocked pawn centre leads to situations where a player with superior understanding can overcome an opponent whose expertise lies in computer-assisted preparation.Acclaimed authors Ntirlis and Aagaard present a complete repertoire for Black based on 3.Nc3 Nf6 and 3.Nd2 c5. With many new discoveries and detailed explanations of positional and strategic motifs, this book is essential reading for those playing this complex opening with either colour.
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The Joy of Playing, the Joy of Thinking - Charles Rosen, Catherine Temerson
The Joy of Playing, the Joy of Thinking brings together two sensitive minds in an exhilarating conversation on the arts. Charles Rosen, concert pianist and pioneering musicologist, and writer Catherine Temerson range widely—from musical aesthetics to tales of the great composers, the development of modernism, and the need to play.
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Playing Under the Piano: 'Comedy gold' Sunday Times - Hugh Bonneville
''Utterly charming'' - Jack Whitehall ''Funny, touching, revealing'' - Gyles Brandreth ''A gorgeous book'' - Richard Curtis''Hugh Bonneville''s considerable talent for writing is on display page after page. Beautiful. Touching. And funny'' - Gary Oldman''Shows a great verve for storytelling'' The Independent Hugh Bonneville is one of Britain''s most accomplished actors, familiar to audiences worldwide for his roles in Notting Hill, the Paddington films and Downton Abbey. From getting his big break as Third Shepherd in the school nativity play, to mistaking a Hollywood star for an estate agent, Hugh creates a brilliantly vivid picture of a career on stage and screen. What is it like working with Judi Dench and Julia Roberts, or playing Robert de Niro''s right leg, or not being Gary Oldman, twice? A wickedly funny storyteller, Hugh also writes with poignancy about his father''s dementia and of his mother, whose life in the secret service only emerged after her death. Whether telling stories of working with divas, Dames or a bear with a penchant for marmalade, this is a richly entertaining account of his life as an actor.
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Playing the Caro-Kann - Lars Schandorff
The Caro-Kann is renowned as a top-tier defence to 1.e4, and Lars Schandorff''s Grandmaster Repertoire book on this opening received rave reviews. As GM Zenon Franco Ocampos put it, "I cannot imagine a better way of converting into a Caro-Kann player." A decade later, Schandorff is back with a completely new repertoire which improves on his previous work in every way.Playing the Caro-Kann offers a complete repertoire for Black after 1.e4 c6, based on 2.d4 d5 followed by 3.e5 Bf5 or 3.Nc3/3.Nd2 dxe4 4.Nxe4 Nf6 5.Nxf6†exf6. With cutting-edge analysis, thorough explanations of positional motifs and instructively annotated illustrative games, this book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the Caro-Kann.
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The Villainess Stans the Heroes: Playing the Antagonist to Support Her Faves!, Vol. 3 - Rochelle Gancio, Leighann Harvey, Kaoru Harugano, Yamori Mitik
With the hero’s party and the Ordi family on standby, Operation: Destroy the Dirty Casino is a go! Except…something doesn’t seem right. It’s almost like another mastermind is pulling the strings, and if my hunch is correct, it’s a character who’s not supposed to show up in this particular connection story. I’ll have to figure out what the deal is with all these disparities later, though, because first things first—the prince has been kidnapped! I may not be a knight in shining armor, but this dashing young villainess is coming to his rescue!
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Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 - Xbox One (5030917291265)
Hra na konzoli - Xbox One S / Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, krabicová verze, žánr: sportovní, pro online hraní vyžaduje předplatné Xbox Live Gold, - legendární Tony Hawk je zpět! Užijte si kompletní remaster prvních 2 dílů, s přepracovanými originálními úrovněmi a ikonickou hudbou. 86% Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 je poctivou předělávkou prvních dvou dílů skateboardové arkády, u níž se pobaví jak pamětníci, tak nováčci v žánru. Zdařilý jízdní model Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 přímo vyzývá k provádění roztodivných triků v povedené grafice a se skvělým soundtrackem. Relativně krátkou kampaň vynahrazuje série výzev jezdců, možnosti multiplayeru a tvorba vlastního skateparku. (Alza Magazín) Svého skateboardistu si upravíte pomocí kosmetických doplňků získaných prováděním triků....
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Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 - Nintendo Switch (5030917291364)
Hra na konzoli - Nintendo Switch, krabicová verze s klíčem ke stažení, klíč pro Nintendo eShop, žánr: sportovní, - legendární Tony Hawk je zpět! Užijte si kompletní remaster prvních 2 dílů, s přepracovanými originálními úrovněmi a ikonickou hudbou. Svého skateboardistu si upravíte pomocí kosmetických doplňků získaných prováděním triků. Předvádějte šílené triky na U-rampách a dalších překážkách skateparků. Vypulírovaná grafika Zahrajte si první dva legendární díly Tony Hawk's Pro Skater v kompletně remasterované grafice....
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Tony Hawks Pro Skater 1 + 2 - PS4 (5030917291166)
Hra na konzoli - PS4 / PS4 Pro, PS5 (s mechanikou), krabicová verze, žánr: sportovní, pro online hraní vyžaduje předplatné PlayStation Plus, - legendární Tony Hawk je zpět! Užijte si kompletní remaster prvních 2 dílů, s přepracovanými originálními úrovněmi a ikonickou hudbou. 88% Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 je poctivou předělávkou prvních dvou dílů skateboardové arkády, u níž se pobaví jak pamětníci, tak nováčci v žánru. Zdařilý jízdní model přímo vyzývá k provádění roztodivných triků v povedené grafice a se skvělým soundtrackem. Relativně krátkou kampaň vynahrazuje série výzev jezdců, možnosti multiplayeru a tvorba vlastního skateparku. (Alza Magazín) Svého skateboardistu si upravíte pomocí kosmetických doplňků získaných prováděním triků....
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The Stars' Tennis Balls - Stephen Fry
Ned Maddstone has the world at his feet. Handsome, charming, popular and talented, his life is progressing smoothly, effortlessly, happily.But an unfortunate confrontation with a boy in his school results in a prank that goes badly wrong and suddenly he's incarcerated - without chance of release. So begins a year-long process of torment and hopelessness, which will destroy his very identity, until almost nothing remains of him but this unquenchable desire for revenge.'Whatever Stephen Fry does, he has it - that rare, unlearnable quality. When he speaks you listen. When he writes, you read' Literary Review'Keeps you simultaneously gripped and chuckling throughout' Later
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The Insider's Guide to Innovation at Microsoft - Dean Carignan, JoAnn Garbin
In this unique guide, you’re not just reading about innovation—you''re learning how to do it from the people behind some of the biggest breakthroughs of the last 50 years at one of the most influential and valuable companies in the world.Are there innovation truisms that hold from one initiative to the next? Are there strategies that appear again and again in the success stories of businesses as varied as gaming and cloud infrastructure? Are there behaviors common to creative leadership in every role, from research to sales? And if these patterns exist, could they be distilled into teachable practices? These are the questions Dean Carignan and JoAnn Garbin, two senior innovation leaders at Microsoft, set out to answer. The Insider’s Guide to Innovation at Microsoft reveals the patterns behind Microsoft’s biggest wins and losses—from the Xbox revolution to the Windows Mobile miss and the unexpected rise of Bing in AI. Based on dozens of interviews only fellow “Microsofties” could secure, this book shares behind-the-scenes stories brimming with insights and proven practices that transcend time and technology.
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