secret cities of italy thomas migge

Travel tips, stories, and images spotlighting 60 undiscovered Italian cities, inspiring adventures that go far beyond Rome, Venice, and Florence. Italy. The name sparks images of gondolas, the Trevi Fountain, and Michelangelo’s David. Indeed, travelers who visit only Venice, Rome, and Florence will find plenty to hold their attention—but they will also miss out on so much more of what Bella Italia has to offer . . . Bursting with gorgeous photographs and abundant travel information, this book is a showcase of 60 of Italy’s off-the-beaten-path towns and villages—some of which are only a short drive from the more popular tourist spots. Ranging in size and brimming with charm, these destinations feature historic town centers, quaint stores, villages atop rocky cliffs, castles, and streets bustling with restaurants. This comprehensive tribute spotlights the wonders of Italy, from breathtaking art and ancient sites to opulent cathedrals and local marketplaces. Not to be overlooked are the stunning beaches, beautiful landscapes, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights found throughout the storied boot-shaped land. A trip to Italy is already on the bucket list for many travelers, and this book is sure to inspire even more Italian adventures—whether real or daydreamed. Spotlighting: Northern Italy • Glurns ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Secret Cities of Italy - Thomas Migge

Painstakingly restored from Tolkien’s manuscripts and presented for the first time as a fully continuous and standalone story, the epic tale of The Children of Húrin will reunite fans of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with Elves and Men, dragons and Dwarves, eagles and Orcs, and the rich landscape and characters unique to Tolkien.There are tales of Middle-earth from times long before The Lord of the Rings, and the story told in this book is set in the great country that lay beyond the Grey Havens in the West: lands where Treebeard once walked, but which were drowned in the great cataclysm that ended the First Age of the World.In that remote time Morgoth, the first Dark Lord, dwelt in the vast fortress of Angband, the Hells of Iron, in the North; and the tragedy of Túrin and his sister Nienor unfolded within the shadow of the fear of Angband and the war waged by Morgoth against the lands and secret cities of the Elves.Their brief and passionate lives were dominated by the elemental hatred that Morgoth bore them as the children of Húrin, the man who had dared to defy and to scorn him to his ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Children of Hurin - J. R. R. Tolkien

This de luxe collector's edition features the first edition text and eight full-colour plates, with an exclusive colour frontispiece illustration. The book is quarterbound with a special gold motif stamped on the front board and is presented in a matching slipcase. There are tales of Middle-earth from times long before The Lord of the Rings, and the story told in this book is set in the great country that lay beyond the Grey Havens in the West: lands where Treebeard once walked, but which were drowned in the great cataclysm that ended the First Age of the World. In that remote time Morgoth, the first Dark Lord, dwelt in the vast fortress of Angband, the Hells of Iron, in the North; and the tragedy of Turin and his sister Nienor unfolded within the shadow of the fear of Angband and the war waged by Morgoth against the lands and secret cities of the Elves. Their brief and passionate lives were dominated by the elemental hatred that Morgoth bore them as the children of Hurin, the man who had dared to defy and to scorn him to his face. Against them he sent his most formidable servant, Glaurung, a powerful spirit ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Children of Hurin - J. R. R. Tolkien

stojací lampa Thomas pro domácí osvětlení
PLAYMOBIL Thomas Magnum T.C. Rick Higgins figurky
podpěry pro Heros a Thomas vláčky
sálovky pro hráče vyžadující cit pro míč
Weleda Citrus sprchový krém 200 ml
Weleda Citrus osvěžující sprchový krém
pánská toaletní voda citrus a máta
Catan Cities and Knights rozšíření kapacity
tělové mléko Victoria's Secret Strawberries Champagne
Victoria's Secret tělové mléko 236 ml
parfémový extrakt Secret Tryst 100 ml
Victoria's Secret So In Love parfémovaná voda 50 ml
květinová vůně pro ženy Victoria's Secret
světle růžový flakon Victoria's Secret
textilní pouzdro na pleny Secret Garden Beige
Hourglass Volumising Glossy Stick odstín 85 Secret

"A pure delight from start to finish!"--Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond EyeAcclaimed author Trisha R. Thomas delivers a masterful new tale of scandal and intuition. In 1950s oil-rich Oklahoma, Bailey Dowery, a dressmaker with the gift of “second sight,” reluctantly reveals the true loves and intentions of her socialite clients, making her a silent witness to a shocking crime. 1954: In the quaint town of Mendol, Oklahoma, Bailey Dowery is a Black dressmaker for the wives and daughters of local oil barons. She earns a good living fitting designer gowns and creating custom wedding dresses for the town’s elite. But beyond her needle and thread lies a deeper talent, one passed down from her mother: the gift of insight. With just a fleeting touch or brush against the skin, Bailey has sudden flashes of intuition— witnessing the other person’s hopes, dreams, and nightmares, as well glimpses of their past and future. To protect herself, she wears gloves to keep from grazing the skin of her clients as she pins them into their gowns.Brides have whispered that Bailey can see if their true love is faithful, or if their marriage will be a success. Her aunt ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Keeper of Main Street - Trisha R. Thomas

At sixteen weeks the unborn child shies away from light. At twenty weeks there is a response to speech patterns. At twenty-five weeks the baby can kick in time to music. And at six months the unborn baby can understand the subtle shifts of its mother''s emotions.The Secret Life of the Unborn Child presents for the first time the challenging results of two decades of painstaking international research into the earliest stages of life. Dr Verny''s knowledge gives both mothers and fathers an unparalleled opportunity to help their unborn children. Now they can contribute actively - before and during birth - to giving their child happiness and security for the rest of his or her life.

Objev podobné jako The Secret Life Of The Unborn Child - John Kelly, Dr Thomas Verny

''More action and hair-raising stunts than you''ll find in four Bond movies'' EVENING TELEGRAPH''Thrilling, action-packed adventure'' GUARDIANDISCOVER THIS WILDLY-ENTERTAINING, GLOBE-TROTTING ADVENTURE FROM INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER MATTHEW REILLY* * * * *What if the greatest lost cities of legend are still out there... Jack West has just won the Great Games and thrown the four legendary kingdoms into turmoil. Now these dark forces are coming after him... in ruthless fashion.With the end of all things rapidly approaching, Jack and his crew must find the Three Secret Cities - three incredible lost cities of legend. It''s an impossible task by any reckoning, but Jack must do it while being hunted...* * * * * PRAISE FOR THE JACK WEST THRILLERS ''Thrilling, action-packed adventure from cover to cover'' Guardian ''Nobody writes action like Matthew Reilly'' Vince Flynn ''Get ready for a wild ride'' Daily Telegraph ''Exciting and entertaining'' Chicago Sun-Times * * * * * READERS LOVE THE JACK WEST THRILLERS ''Indiana Jones in a book . . . Immensely entertaining'' ''A super duper kick ass soldier'' ''A first class all-action historical thriller'' ''Heart-pounding stuff'' ''Enjoy the rollercoaster ride''

Objev podobné jako The Three Secret Cities - Matthew Reilly

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review • The Washington Post • Entertainment Weekly • The Seattle Times • St. Louis Post-Dispatch • Bloomberg BusinessweekIn this magnificent biography, the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of American Lion and Franklin and Winston brings vividly to life an extraordinary man and his remarkable times. Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power gives us Jefferson the politician and president, a great and complex human being forever engaged in the wars of his era. Philosophers think; politicians maneuver. Jefferson’s genius was that he was both and could do both, often simultaneously. Such is the art of power. Thomas Jefferson hated confrontation, and yet his understanding of power and of human nature enabled him to move men and to marshal ideas, to learn from his mistakes, and to prevail. Passionate about many things—women, his family, books, science, architecture, gardens, friends, Monticello, and Paris—Jefferson loved America most, and he strove over and over again, despite fierce opposition, to realize his vision: the creation, survival, and success of popular government in America. Jon Meacham lets us see Jefferson’s world as Jefferson himself saw it, and to appreciate how Jefferson found the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power - Meacham Jon

From New York Times bestselling author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo comes the first book in the Turnabout Tales series—a picture book biography of one of America’s most famous inventors, Thomas Alva Edison, and a story about never giving up.No one thought much of young Thomas Alva Edison. He couldn’t focus at school and caused trouble around the house. But where others saw a distracted and mischievous boy, his mother saw imagination and curiosity. At only seven years old, Al, as he was called as a young child, was educated by his mother at home, who understood his potential could be unlocked with non-conventional learning, allowing him freedom to explore, dream, and be inquisitive. Those early years of encouragement, motivation, and loving guidance shaped Al’s future and formed the courageous man who would apply those valuable lessons to inventing the phonograph, the motion picture camera, the light bulb, and more.In The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison readers will:meet the larger-than-life personality of Thomas Alva Edisonhear an inspiring tale of how taking chances, failures, and struggles can lead to success and achievementslearn about the power of curiosity and imaginationsee the importance of the words “Never give up!”take a carefully researched ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison - Raymond Arroyo

Let Secret Cape Town guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Cape Town travel guide book and let our local experts show you the well-hidden treasures of an amazing city. Ideal for local inhabitants, curious visitors and armchair travellers alike. The places included in our guides are unusual and unfamiliar, allowing one to step off the beaten track. Now in its 2nd edition, Secret Cape Town features 150+ new secret and unusual locations.Inside Secret Cape Town: A captain who continued to live on the wreck of the Kakapo for three years, Table Mountain''s most exclusive hiking, a restaurant in a maximum security prison, the arboreal evidence of apartheid''s earliest manifestation, a woman disguised as a man for 56 years in order to be a doctor, a beach on top of Table Mountain, a fascinating secret collections of vintage and classic cars, a magical tree renowned for its spiritual healing properties, a heated pool on a military base that''s open to the public ... Far from the crowds and the usual cliches, Cape Town is still a reserve of well-concealed treasures that only reveal themselves to those who know how to wander off ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Secret Cape Town - Thomas Jonglez

Like Shakespeare and Joyce before him, Dylan Thomas expanded our sense of what the English language can do. Rhythmically forceful yet subtly musical and full of memorable lines, his poems are anthology favourites; his 'play for voices' Under Milk Wood a modern classic. Much loved by The Beatles and Bob Dylan, he is a cultural icon and continues to inspire artists today.This new edition, released to commemorate the centenary of Thomas's birth, collects more of his poems together in a single volume than ever before. With recently discovered material and accessible critique from Dylan Thomas expert John Goodby, it looks at Thomas's body of work in a fresh light, taking us to the beating heart of his poetry.

Objev podobné jako The Collected Poems of Dylan Thomas - Dylan Thomas

The Big Book of Engines is what every Thomas fan needs!Inside you’ll find everything there is to know about Thomas and his engine friends on the Island of Sodor: fun facts, Thomas trivia and railway rivalry. With a page devoted to each character and including all the famous engines in the Steam Team, this book really is the ultimate guide to the world of Thomas and his friends.Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.

Objev podobné jako Thomas & Friends: The Big Book of Engines - Thomas & Friends

After the Allies invaded in 1943, there were two Italian governments, one backing the Allies, the other a puppet supporting the Germans. This led to a secret war that was vital to supporting the Allies'' conventional forces. Partisans, the SAS, SOE, the US OSS (precursor to the CIA) all played important roles in these bloody covert operations.On the night of 20/21 April 1945 the last operational parachute jump of World War II took place, Operation Herring. The action was undertaken by No 1 Italian SAS, trained by British SOE (Special Operations Executive) forces who were dropped by the USAAF, in support of the 8th Army attack into the Po Valley. Operation Herring lasted over 72 hours instead of the 36 initially foreseen, but it turned out to be a success. With assistance from the local partisans, sources claim 481 German soldiers were killed, 1,083 surrendered and many vehicles, tanks, armoured cars and guns were destroyed or captured. This action did presage the end of the war in Italy, but until now little has been written about this and the other secret operations which characterised the campaign. This is a fascinating account of these actions and the heroism of the men ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The SAS Secret War in Italy - Will Fowler

When Edward Thomas was killed at the Battle of Arras in 1917 his poems were largely unpublished. But in the years since his death, his work has come to be cherished for its rare, sustained vision of the natural world and as ''a mirror of England'' (Walter de la Mare). This edition, drawn from Thomas''s manuscripts and typescripts as well as from his published works, offers an accessible introduction to this most resonant - and relevant - of poets.''In his lifetime, he was known and loved by a very, loving few. Now, since his death, he is known and loved by very many, and yearly this is more so. There is in his poems an unassumingly profound sense of permanence. A war came and ditched him, but his poems stay with no other wounds than those which caused them.'' Dylan Thomas ''A very fine poet. And a poet all in his own right. The accent is absolutely his own.'' Robert Frost''The one hundred and forty poems he wrote in the last two years of his life are a miracle. I can think of no body of work in English that is more mysterious.'' Michael Longley

Objev podobné jako Selected Poems of Edward Thomas - Thomas Edward

The human race is on a 10,000 year urban adventure. Our ancestors wandered the planet or lived scattered in villages, yet by the end of this century almost all of us will live in cities. But that journey has not been a smooth one and urban civilizations have risen and fallen many times in history. The ruins of many of them still enchant us.This book tells the story of the rise and fall of ancient cities from the end of the Bronze Age to the beginning of the Middle Ages. It is a tale of war and politics, pestilence and famine, triumph and tragedy, by turns both fabulous and squalid. Its focus is on the ancient Mediterranean: Greeks and Romans at the centre, but Phoenicians and Etruscans, Persians, Gauls, and Egyptians all play a part. The story begins with the Greek discovery of much more ancient urban civilizations in Egypt and the Near East, and charts the gradual spread of urbanism to the Atlantic and then the North Sea in the centuries that followed.The ancient Mediterranean, where our story begins, was a harsh environment for urbanism. So how were cities first created, and then sustained for so long, in these ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Life and Death of Ancient Cities - Gregory Woolfenden

"The incredible story of how a house was witness to German history" Telegraph"A touching picturebook which shows children that large events can have repercussions even in small and unheralded places" Wall Street JournalA beautiful picture-book adaptation of Thomas Harding''s Costa-shortlisted biography for adults, exquisitely illustrated by Britta Teckentrup.On the outskirts of Berlin, a wooden cottage stands on the shore of a lake. Over the course of a century, this little house played host to a loving Jewish family, a renowned Nazi composer, wartime refugees and a Stasi informant; in that time, a world war came and went, and the Berlin Wall was built a stone''s throw from the cottage''s back door. Thomas Harding first shared this remarkable story in his Costa-shortlisted biography The House by the Lake – now he has rendered it into a deeply moving picture-book for young readers. With words that read like a haunting fairy-tale, and magnificent artwork by Britta Teckentrup, this is the astonishing true story of the house by the lake."An atmospheric and ultimately uplifting tale with delicate, ethereal images" The Financial TimesPRAISE FOR THE ORIGINAL BIOGRAPHY OF THE HOUSE BY THE LAKE: A Radio 4 Book of the WeekNamed a Best Book of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The House by the Lake: The Story of a Home and a Hundred Years of History - Thomas Harding

A masterpiece of autobiography, and perhaps the first literary memoir of an addict, the Penguin Classics edition of Thomas De Quincey''s Confessions of an English Opium-Eater is edited with an introduction by Barry Milligan.Confessions is a remarkable account of the pleasures and pains of worshipping at the ''Church of Opium''. Thomas De Quincey consumed daily large quantities of laudanum (at the time a legal painkiller), and this autobiography of addiction hauntingly describes his surreal visions and hallucinatory nocturnal wanderings through London, along with the nightmares, despair and paranoia to which he became prey. The result is a work in which the effects of drugs and the nature of dreams, memory and imagination are seamlessly interwoven, describing in intimate detail the mind-altering pleasures and pains unique to opium. Confessions of an English Opium-Eater forged a link between artistic self-expression and addiction, paving the way for later generations of literary addicts from Baudelaire to James Frey, and anticipating psychoanalysis with its insights into the subconscious.This edition is based on the original serial version of 1821, and reproduces two ''sequels'', ''Suspiria de Profundis'' (1845) and ''The English Mail-Coach'' (1849). It also includes a critical introduction discussing the romantic figure of the addict and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Confessions of an English Opium Eater - Thomas de Quincey

Since the publication of Walter de la Mare''s first edition of his poems in 1920, Edward Thomas has gradually come to be recognised as one of the great English poets of the 20th century.Though sometimes classified with Owen, Rosenberg and Sassoon as a ''war poet'', he was rather a poet who died tragically in the war, and whose main subjects were the English countryside and its people, and the solitude of the observing self. The present edition offers the complete poems together with detailed editorial apparatus in what has become acknowledged as the standard edition by R. George Thomas. It also includes Thomas''s remarkable prose War Diary of 1917.

Objev podobné jako Collected Poems of Edward Thomas - Thomas Edward

The forgotten story of the nineteenth-century freethinkers and twentieth-century humanists who tried to build their own secular religionIn The Church of Saint Thomas Paine, Leigh Eric Schmidt tells the surprising story of how freethinking liberals in nineteenth-century America promoted a secular religion of humanity centered on the deistic revolutionary Thomas Paine (1737–1809) and how their descendants eventually became embroiled in the culture wars of the late twentieth century. After Paine’s remains were stolen from his grave in New Rochelle, New York, and shipped to England in 1819, the reverence of his American disciples took a material turn in a long search for his relics. Paine’s birthday was always a red-letter day for these believers in democratic cosmopolitanism and philanthropic benevolence, but they expanded their program to include a broader array of rites and ceremonies, particularly funerals free of Christian supervision. They also worked to establish their own churches and congregations in which to practice their religion of secularism. All of these activities raised serious questions about the very definition of religion and whether it included nontheistic fellowships and humanistic associations—a dispute that erupted again in the second half of the twentieth century. As right-wing Christians came to see secular humanism ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Church of Saint Thomas Paine - Leigh Eric Schmidt

Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: logická, Secret Paths je chytlavá hra se spoustou záludných úrovní plných hádanek, pastí a plížení v různých prostředích.VypnutoSecret Paths je chytlavá hra se spoustou záludných úrovní plných hádanek, pastí a plížení v různých prostředích. S Estebanem, Ziu a Tao prozkoumáte každý kout Číny a budete se snažit uniknout Zaresovi, zlému muži, který hledá místní Zlaté město.Klíčové vlastnostiÚžasná grafika a krásné prostředíMnožství...

Objev podobné jako The Mysterious Cities of Gold: Secret Paths (58821)

A stunningly illustrated book of extraordinary city maps, telling the story of human civilisation throughout history. A gorgeous, large-format gift hardback with a stunning neon cover, A History of the World in 25 Cities features 25 beautifully illustrated city maps from all over the world, from ancient history to the present day. Co-authored by award-winning children's authors Tracey Turner and Andrew Donkin in consultation with specialist curators at the British Museum, readers can visit cities from every continent on Earth, from the walled city of Jericho built over 10,000 years ago, to the modern-day metropolis of Tokyo, the most-densely populated city in the world today. Featuring vibrant, beautifully detailed artwork from Libby VanderPloeg, each carefully researched map takes readers on a city tour at a unique moment in time - from exploring Athens in ancient Greece during the birth of democracy, to walking the beautiful lamplit streets of medieval Benin, deep in the West African rainforest. Readers can even visit China's long-lost capital city of Xianyang - a city for which no original map exists, which was painstakingly recreated with support from the British Museum's team fantastic team of experts. Each map is followed by two gorgeously illustrated pages of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako British Museum: A History of the World in 25 Cities - Andrew Donkin, Turner Tracey

Venice – a secret atlas is a glorious celebration of all that is unusual and undiscovered in this magnificent city.Welcome to this richly detailed and beautifully illustrated compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre places to be discovered in Venice; a treasure trove for those who love to dig beneath the surface and explore the secret and unusual locations.Guaranteed to delight and inspire, here you can:Discover the secrets of St. Mark''s Basilica without any touristsExplore Venice''s only underground canal in search of the alchemical sculpture of the winged horseDecipher the paintings of the Scuola di San Rocco Push open the doors of palaces and monasteries to stroll through unsuspected gardensAdmire the extraordinary forgotten library of the Seminary of VeniceShop at the market in the Giudecca women''s prisonPlay tennis in the heart of the cityVenice is full of iconic sites. But if you’re more interested in the unusual and unfamiliar, turn to the Secret Atlas of Venice to uncover your new favourite location through this sumptuously illustrated guide. An ideal gift for the Venice afficionado in your life.Â

Objev podobné jako Venice - The Secret Atlas - Thomas Jonglez, Irene Galifi, Paola Zoffoli

Paris – a secret atlas is a glorious celebration of all that is unusual and undiscovered in this magnificent city.Welcome to this richly detailed and beautifully illustrated compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre places to be discovered in Paris; a treasure trove for those who love to dig beneath the surface and explore the secret and unusual locations. Guaranteed to delight and inspire, here you can:Discover the sculpture of the goddess Isis on the façade of the LouvreDecipher the alchemical symbols on Notre-Dame de ParisScrutinize the tortoise-lyres at the Opéra ComiqueClimb the majestic grand staircase of the Ecole de MédecineDecipher Masonic symbols in unsuspected placesVisit a sublime hidden librarySearch for the enigmatic star octahedron on André Breton''s tombAdmire forgotten ceramicsParis is full of iconic sites. But if you’re more interested in the unusual and unfamiliar, turn to the Secret Atlas of Paris to uncover your new favourite location through this sumptuously illustrated guide. An ideal gift for the Paris afficionado in your life.Â

Objev podobné jako Paris - The Secret Atlas - Thomas Jonglez

Perfect for curious kids everywhere, The Secret Life of Clouds promises to inspire the next generation to care for the world around them. Packed with delightful stories and fascinating facts, this beautifully crafted book teaches children unforgettable lessons about nature and weather. Join Caspar, a fluffy cumulus cloud, as he guides young readers through a first exploration of the weather. Discover the secrets of what’s happening in the world around us every single day – and why! From rainy plains to foggy deserts and misty forests, The Secret Life of Clouds explains weather’s wonders in a fun and accessible way. Meet fog-drinking beetles, sparkly sundogs, snowmen and cloud families all while reading about magical weather-related folklore from around the planet. Casper the cloud has learnt much on his travels and will be a great guide for young readers, inspiring them to develop an appreciation of the magic of the world and its environments. With stunning, detailed illustrations, this magical book blends natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a story that will be explored over and over. There’s never been a better time to introduce your young reader to the beauty of the natural world! Following on from: The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Life of Clouds - Butterfield Moira

Fact meets fiction in this exciting story of Tudor espionage and intrigue!

Objev podobné jako National Trust: The Secret Diary of Thomas Snoop, Tudor Boy Spy - Philip Ardagh

One of the best-loved books of Christianity after the Bible, now in a new translation A passionate celebration of God and his love, mercy, and holiness, The Imitation of Christ has inspired conversion and stimulated religious devotion for more than five hundred years. With great personal conviction, the medieval monk Thomas à Kempis demonstrates the individual’s reliance on God and on the words of Christ, and the futility of life without faith. Thomas spent some seventy years of his life in the reclusive environment of monasteries, yet in this astonishing work he demonstrates an encompassing understanding of human nature, and his writing speaks to readers of every age and every nationality. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Objev podobné jako The Imitation of Christ - Thomas A Kempis

The incredible story of an all-deaf high school football team’s triumphant climb from underdog to undefeated, their inspirational brotherhood, a fascinating portrait of deafness in America, and the indefatigable head coach who spearheaded the team, by New York Times reporter and Page One Correspondent, Thomas Fuller."The Boys of Riverside is another example of how anyone can achieve their dreams, making what appears impossible, possible.” —Marlee Matlin, Academy Award winnerIn November 2021, an obscure email from the California Department of Education landed in New York Times reporter, Thomas Fuller’s, inbox. The football team at the California School for the Deaf in Riverside, a state-run school with only 168 high school students, was having an undefeated season. After years of covering war, wildfires, pandemic, and mass shootings, Fuller was captivated by the story of this group of high school boys. It was uplifting. During the gloom of the pandemic, it was a happy story. It was a sports story but not an ordinary one, built on the chemistry between a group of underestimated boys and their superhero advocate coach, Keith Adams, a deaf former athlete himself. The team, and Adams, tackled the many stereotypes and seemed to be succeeding. Fuller packed his ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Boys of Riverside - Thomas Fuller

An engaging and visually exciting look at some of Australasia''s major cities.This series offers readers of 9 and up an engaging and visually exciting look at some of the world''s major cities. Cityscapes draw in the reader with facts about the iconic buildings that help to shape each city''s unique identity. Data-packed pages give the essential details about each featured city, including where to go, what to do and things to eat on a visit, as well as information about the city''s history. The cities of Australasia covered in the book are Melbourne, Australia; Sydney, Australia; Aukland, New Zealand; Christchurch, New Zealand; Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea; Suva, Fiji; Perth, Australia; Dili, East Timor; Noumea, New Caledonia and Brisbane, Australia, as well as Sunshine Coast, Australia; Canberra, Australia; Wellington, New Zealand; Hamilton, New Zealand; Adelaide, Australia, Hobart, Australia, Nelson, New Zealand and Darwin, Australia.Titles in the 6-book series feature the cities of Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe, North America and South America.

Objev podobné jako Cities of the World: Cities of Australasia - Rob Hunt

Ornaments are omnipresent – they can be found on buildings, fabrics, jewelry, tiles, ceramics and wallpaper. Scorned at the beginning of the modern age, ornament has long since returned to art and architecture and influences design drafts as much as tattoo motifs. In New Grammar of Ornament, Thomas Weil compares current ornamental objects with the results of archaeological research on ornamental artifacts and concludes that there is an anthropological constant. From the recurring arrangements of stripes, rectangles, triangles and dots and the frequency of the forms of floral ornaments used, he derives a new “grammar of ornament.”More than 160 years after Owen Jones’s publication Grammar of Ornament, by publishing his New Grammar of Ornament Thomas Weil is offering a new reference work. It categorizes the variety of ornamental forms used worldwide and for the first time places them in a major art and cultural historical context.

Objev podobné jako New Grammar of Ornament - Thomas Weil

“Beauties blossom aplenty in this welcome volume. The Secret Gardens of Frances Hodgson Burnett can’t fail to captivate the minds and hearts of young readers and even, perhaps, plant some seeds there.”—Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked, co-founder of Children’s Literature New England???? “The gray drudgery of industrial Manchester, England, contrasts with the vivid floral hues of Burnett’s gardens in stunning illustrations that perfectly pair with the book’s timeless message: ‘hope is never far for those who can imagine.’”—Foreword Reviews, Starred ReviewSecret gardens, hidden gates, flowering passageways. A picture book biography of Frances Hodgson Burnett''s winding and captivating life.??Frances Hodgson Burnett—best known for writing The Secret Garden, Little Lord Fauntleroy, and The Little Princess—had a difficult childhood, losing her father when she was very young and moving with her family from England to Tennessee in hopes of a better life.She’d been making up stories her entire life but didn’t try to write professionally until she was a teenager to help feed her family. Her first submissions to a magazine were published and she eventually became well known all over the world. This is Hodgson Burnett’s life story, told in lyrical prose evoking some of the same magic of her own stories.Additional ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Gardens of Frances Hodgson Burnett - Angelica Shirley Carpenter

A ground-breaking anthology celebrating Marvel’s beloved Black Panther and his home of Wakanda, penned by an all-star cast of authors such as Sheree Renée Thomas and Nikki Giovanni.T’Challa faces the gods of his parents. Vampires stalk Shuri and a Dora Milaje in voodoo-laced New Orleans. Erik Killmonger grapples with racism, Russian spies, and his own origins. Eighteen brand-new tales of Wakanda, its people, and its legacy. The first mainstream superhero of African descent, the Black Panther has attracted readers of all races and colors who see in the King of Wakanda reflections of themselves. Storytellers from across the African Diaspora—some already literary legends, others who are rising stars—have created for this collection original works inspired by the world of the Panther and its inhabitants. With guest stars including Storm, Monica Rambeau, Namor, and Jericho Drumm, these are stories of yesterday and today, of science and magic, of faith and love. These are the tales of a king and his country. These are the legends whispered in the jungle, myths of the unconquered men and women and the land they love. These are the Tales of Wakanda. Featuring stories by Linda D. Addison, Maurice Broaddus, Christopher Chambers, Milton J. Davis, Tananarive ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Black Panther: Tales of Wakanda - Thomas Sheree Renee, Tananarive Due, Nikki Giovanni, Jesse J. Holland, Cadwell Turnbull

A beautiful picture-book adaptation of Thomas Harding's Costa-shortlisted biography for adults, exquisitely illustrated by Britta Teckentrup.On the outskirts of Berlin, a wooden cottage stands on the shore of a lake. Over the course of a century, this little house played host to a loving Jewish family, a renowned Nazi composer, wartime refugees and a Stasi informant; in that time, a world war came and went, and the Berlin Wall was built a stone's throw from the cottage's back door.Thomas Harding first shared this remarkable story in his Costa-shortlisted biography The House by the Lake - now he has rendered it into a deeply moving picture-book for young readers. With words that read like a haunting fairy-tale, and magnificent artwork by Britta Teckentrup, this is the astonishing true story of the house by the lake.

Objev podobné jako The House by the Lake: The Story of a Home and a Hundred Years of History - Thomas Harding

‘Roden’s great gift is to conjure up not just a cuisine but the culture from which it springs’ Nigella LawsonA fully illustrated updated edition of Claudia Roden''s masterpiece cookbook including over 300 delicious recipes and gorgeous full colour photography of local Italian scenery.The Food of Italy was written after Claudia Roden spent a year in Italy researching the subject. Regional recipes, country cooking, the bravura of grand dishes; pasta, seafood, rice dishes and authentic Italian desserts; Claudia Roden''s encyclopedic knowledge of her subject infuses a rich and stunning book.The Food of Italy was first published in 1989. But the recipes are fresh yet timeless. For this edition Claudia has updated over 30% of the recipes to fit modern tastes, with new inclusions like farro salad and burrata. The book is structured by region. So you get the glorious tomato and aubergine dishes of Sicily; the classically Roman dishes like salty meat and fried vegetables, and rich Tuscan stews and soups. Featuring an incredible repertoire, The Food of Italy is completely approachable for home cooks.

Objev podobné jako The Food of Italy - Claudia Roden

Inspire the next generation to look after the world around them with The Secret Life of Bugs, a collection of delightful stories and engaging facts. Let Luna, a friendly ladybird, lead you through this beautiful first guide to bug life. Learn about bug habitats – who lives where, from teeny tiny bugs (featherwing beetles) to the largest of critters (giant stick insect and goliath beetles). Find out the amazing things that bugs can do, like flying high or disguising themselves. Read magical creepy crawly folklore stories from around the planet, too. The ladybird has learnt much on her travels and will be a great guide for young readers, perhaps inspiring them to develop a lifelong love of bugs. Sadly, many insects are under threat, so the Ladybird guide will be an ideal character to teach children about pollution and climate change, and encourage them to care about all creepy crawlies. Sumptuous and detailed illustrations take pride of place in this magical book that mixes natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a book to be pored over time and again. There’s never been a better time to introduce your child to the beauty of every living thing, even the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Life of Bugs - Moira Butterfieldová

Learn how to read the clues and signs of the weather with this eye-opening and enthralling guide from Sunday Times-bestselling author Tristan Gooley, pioneer in the art of natural navigation 🍂 PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF TRISTAN GOOLEY''S NEW BOOK, ''THE HIDDEN SEASONS'', NOW! COMING SEPTEMBER 2025 🍂 -------Readers LOVE The Secret World of Weather:''This book finally explains what weather is and the fundamental why. Clouds now have real meaning!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Every page is a gem'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Classic Tristan Gooley: You get yourself comfortable in the armchair, a drink beside you and start to read, but before you know it there is a desire to get out of the chair, step outside and see if you can put into practice some of the things he is telling you!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐*****************************The weather changes as we walk around a tree or turn down a street. There is a secret world of weather - one that we all live in, but very few see.Each day we pass dozens of small weather signs that reveal what the weather is doing all around us - and what is about to happen. The clues are easy to spot when you know how, but remain invisible to most people.In The Secret ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret World of Weather - Tristan Gooley

Follow Buzzwing the bee, Luna the ladybird and Oakheart the oak tree on a beautifully illustrated journey through this bind-up of The Secret Life of Bugs, The Secret Life of Bees and The Secret Life of Trees.Take in the knowledge and wisdom of a wise, old oak tree as he shares science facts and folk tales that he has learnt in his 500 years on earth. Learn the secrets of a worker bee’s tiny world, including the day she was born. Hear about the effects of pollution and climate change, through a friendly ladybird’s perspective, and how readers can care for all creepy crawlies.In this bind-up, learn about:How trees grow and surviveWhy trees are so important to humansTree folklore from around the worldThe bee life cycleWhy bees are so important to humansBee folk tales from around the worldThe bug life cycleCreepy crawly folk tales from around the world This collection of delightful traditional stories and engaging facts will impart a love of nature and inspire you to look after the world around you. Whimsical and detailedillustrations have pride of place in magical tales that mix natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a book that you will pore over ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Life of Bugs, Bees & Trees - Moira Butterfieldová

The book that explains the whole extraordinary course of Italian history like no other in English The Pursuit of Italy traces the whole history of the Italian peninsula in a wonderfully readable style, full of well-chosen stories and observations from personal experience, and peopled by many of the great figures of the Italian past, from Cicero and Virgil to Dante and the Medici, from Cavour and Verdi to the controversial political figures of the twentieth century. The book gives a clear-eyed view of the Risorgimento, the pivotal event in modern Italian history, debunking the influential myths which have grown up around it.Gilmour shows that the glory of Italy has always lain in its regions, with their distinctive art, civic cultures, identities and cuisine and whose inhabitants identified themselves not as Italians, but as Tuscans and Venetians, Sicilians and Lombards, Neapolitans and Genoese. This is where the strength and culture of Italy still comes from, rather than from misconceived and mishandled concepts of nationalism and unity. This wise and enormously engaging book explains the course of Italian history in a manner and with a coherence which no one with an interest in the country could fail to enjoy.David Gilmour is one ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Pursuit of Italy - David Gilmour

The story of Permasteelisa, an Italian company behind the facades of some of the most famous buildings in the world. The great global cities of the Western, Middle Eastern, and Asian world tend to resemble each other more and more. The new buildings of cities such as London, Hong Kong, New York, or Frankfurt are similar, and even the skylines increasingly seem to resemble one another. The fact that there are just a few great architects behind these constructions partly explains this phenomenon. This book reveals how the work of these architectural talents is also made possible by companies such as Permasteelisa, which offer technological solutions for constructing the most futuristic buildings. Permasteelisa produces continuous external cladding: the skin of skyscrapers, large airports, and current business centers. Drawing on its constant research into technology and materials, it collaborates with large architectural firms to transform an architect’s project into a building. This was the case for the Sydney Opera House, with its futuristic sails; for the Guggenheim in Bilbao and its curved facades conceived by Frank Gehry; and for the scintillating blades of Renzo Piano’s Shard in London. The book tells the story of Permasteelisa. With the texts by international urban ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Faces of Contemporary Cities - Davide Ponzini

In the third and final installment of the Souls Trilogy, acclaimed poet Iain S. Thomas explores what hope feels like after despair.Following on his bestselling collections, The Truth of You and The Secret of You, Thomas’s latest volume of over two-hundred poems examines how we find the faith to carry on when everything has been stripped away and all that remains is the core of who we are. Enhanced by dramatic ink illustrations in his signature style, The Heart of You explores fear, bravery, intimacy, what we keep, and what we leave behind.

Objev podobné jako The Heart of You - Iain S. Thomas

"The Secret Teachings of All Ages" is a book written by Manly P. Hall, a Canadian-born author and mystic. It explores various esoteric and occult subjects, delving into the symbolism, mythology, and philosophies found in ancient and modern civilizations. "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" is a comprehensive work that covers a wide range of topics, including ancient civilizations, secret societies, symbolism, astrology, alchemy, and more. One of the notable aspects of the book is its meticulous attention to detail and extensive research. Manly P. Hall's work incorporates insights from various religious and philosophical traditions, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Hindu, and Christian, among others. "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" has been highly regarded by scholars and seekers of esoteric knowledge. It has become a valuable resource for individuals interested in exploring the hidden wisdom of the ages and understanding the deeper meanings behind ancient symbols and teachings. The book has also influenced many subsequent writers and researchers in the field of mysticism and the occult. It's worth noting that while "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" provides a wealth of information and insights, readers should approach its contents with a critical and discerning mindset.

Objev podobné jako The Secret Teaching of All Ages - Manly P. Hall

An engaging and visually exciting look at some of North America''s major citiesThis series offers readers of 9 and up an engaging and visually exciting look at some of the world''s major cities. Cityscapes draw in the reader with facts about the iconic buildings that help to shape each city''s unique identity. Data-packed pages give the essential details about each featured city, including where to go, what to do and things to eat on a visit, as well as information about the city''s history. The cities of North America covered in the book are Mexico City, Mexico; Toronto, Canada; New York, USA; Havana, Cuba; Montreal, Canada; Nuuk, Greenland; Washington D.C, USA; Managua, Nicaragua; San Francisco, USA; Guatemala City, Guatemala; Ottawa, Canada; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Kingston, Jamaica; Calgary, Canada; Las Vegas, USA; Chicago, USA; Port-au-Prince, Haiti and Tegucigalpa, Honduras.Titles in the 6-book series feature the cities of Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe, North America and South America.

Objev podobné jako Cities of the World: Cities of North America - Rob Hunt

The one-eyed mercenary soldier Federico da Montefeltro, lord of Urbino between 1444 and 1482, was one of the most successful condottiere of the Italian Renaissance: renowned humanist, patron of the artist Piero della Francesca, and creator of one of the most celebrated libraries in Italy outside the Vatican. From 1460 until her early death in 1472 he was married to Battista, of the formidable Sforza family, their partnership apparently blissful. In the fine palace he built overlooking Urbino, Federico assembled a court regarded by many as representing a high point of Renaissance culture. For Baldassare Castiglione, Federico was la luce dell'Italia - 'the light of Italy'.Jane Stevenson's affectionate account of Urbino's flowering and decline casts revelatory light on patronage, politics and humanism in fifteenth-century Italy. As well as recounting the gripping stories of Federico and his Montefeltro and della Rovere successors, Stevenson considers in details Federico's cultural legacy - investigating the palace itself, the splendours of the ducal library, and his other architectural projects in Gubbio and elsewhere.

Objev podobné jako The Light of Italy - Stevenson Jane

A KEY TO THE MYSTERIESNo other book in history has done more to clarify the Esoteric, mystical, and occult traditions of the world than Manly P. Hall’s The Secret Teachings of All Ages. Now, historian Mitch Horowitz provides the first companion work to Hall’s opus. The Secret Teachings of All Ages helps twenty=first-century readers enter and experience (or re-experience) Hall’s hallowed pages and also clarifies and expands on some of the book’s key themes and topics.Mitch explores developments and historical discoveries since hall published his “Great Book” nearly a century ago and adds fresh dimensions to subjects including:The antiquity and legacy of Ancient Egypt.The mystical origins of the world’s major faiths. Strange beasts and anomalies in history and today. The origins and esotericism of Tarot. Secret Societies in Myth and Fact. The enduring relevance of astrology. Authorized by Manly P. Hall’s Philosophical Research Society, The Secret Teachings of All Ages is a feast of esoteric exploration on its own and a worthy companion to history’s unparalleled encyclopedia arcana.“Mitch is a fantastic tour guide to the fringes of reason, high weirdness, deep esoterica, secret societies, and mystery religions.” –BoingBoing “Has the rare gift of making the esoteric accessible to discerning masses.” ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Seeker's Guide to The Secret Teachings of All Ages - Mitch Horowitz

Woven through all these tales are the unique histories and mythologies of the regions of Southern Italy, encompassing Sicily, Calabria, Cantania, Basilicata, Apulia and Campania. Theocritus, Virgil and Ovid evoke a Sicily populated by Cyclopes and sea monsters, while in an excerpt from The Smile of the Unknown Mariner Vincenzo Consolo depicts the island in 1860, on the frontline in Italy''s war of independence. The South''s legendary legacy of brigandage and organized crime enlivens the stories of Leonardo Sciascia, Carlo Levi and Joseph Conrad. Curzio Malaparte and Norman Lewis immortalize the wreckage of Naples and the indomitable spirit of its people during World War II, and Elena Ferrante paints a spectacular portrait of a poor but vibrant Neapolitan neighbourhood in an excerpt from the bestselling My Brilliant Friend. Collectively, these entertaining tales plunge readers into the sometimes harsh and troubled, but always seductive and vital world of Italy''s Mezzogiorno

Objev podobné jako Stories of Southern Italy

Unveiling the Untold Stories of Women in the Middle Ages#1 New Release in England HistoryFor centuries, medieval history books have told the stories of noble queens, dutiful housewives, and cloistered nuns—but what about the single women who lived, worked, and thrived in medieval Europe? The Secret Lives of Single Medieval Women reveals the overlooked yet fascinating lives of middle age women who did not fit the conventional mold. From unmarried tradeswomen and widows to vowesses and nuns, these women carved their own paths in a world that often sought to define them by their marital status.Single, independent, and often underestimated—these women left their mark on history. While medieval and Middle Ages society dictated that a woman’s worth was tied to marriage and family, countless single women built lives of resilience and ingenuity. Some ran successful businesses, others devoted themselves to education or faith, and many simply found ways to survive within a rigid social structure. This book sheds light on their stories, proving that history is far richer and more complex than the narratives we''ve been told.Discover the vibrant and often surprising lives of single women in the Middle Ages. Whether running businesses, navigating religious life, or simply surviving societal ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Lives of Single Medieval Women - Rosalie Gilbert

The true story of a foundling. ''Extraordinary ... A fascinating, moving book: part history of the Foundling Hospital and the development of child psychology, part Cowan''s own story, and part that of Cowan''s mother'' LUCY SCHOLES, TELEGRAPH Growing up in a wealthy enclave outside San Francisco, Justine Cowan''s life seems idyllic. But her mother''s unpredictable temper drives Justine from home the moment she is old enough to escape. It is only after her mother dies that she finds herself pulling at the threads of a story half-told - her mother''s upbringing in London''s Foundling Hospital. Haunted by this secret history, Justine travels across the sea and deep into the past to discover the girl her mother once was. Here, with the vividness of a true storyteller, she pieces together her mother''s childhood alongside the history of the Foundling Hospital: from its idealistic beginnings in the eighteenth century, how it influenced some of England''s greatest creative minds - from Handel to Dickens, its shocking approach to childcare and how it survived the Blitz only to close after the Second World War. This was the environment that shaped a young girl then known as Dorothy Soames, who was left behind by a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Secret Life of Dorothy Soames - Justine Cowan

Following on from Hidden Homes of Tuscany and Umbria, this book is a glorious visit to one of the most dramatic and fascinating parts of Italy, from Puglia to Sicily via the Amalfi Coast.The southern regions of Italy are known locally as the Mezzogiorno due to the intensity of the midday sun, but it is not only the climate that draws in 17 million visitors every year. The dramatic coastal and mountain scenery, the centuries of enthralling history, and the vibrant culture all combine to make southern Italy one of the most desirable destinations for travelers from all over the world. In this book, interiors writer Marta Galli, a frequent contributor to AD Italia, ventures off the beaten trackto explore 12 truly remarkable and inspiring homes: ancient palazzos, rustic farmhouses, and villas overlooking the Mediterranean. Original photography by Mike Karlsson Lundgren brings each of these unique homes to life. Marta reveals their untold stories and gleans valuable insights into their design and decoration, which are sure to inspire readers to bring a hint of the Mezzogiorno into their own homes.

Objev podobné jako Hidden Homes of Southern Italy - Marta Galli

The perfect photographic guide to the amazing avifauna of Italy.From the Alps and Dolomites in the north to the coastlines of the Mediterranean Sea, Italy has a diverse range of natural habitats. The country is also a migration path across Europe and Africa, making it an exciting place to spot both endemic and migrant birds.This fully revised and updated guide to the birds of Italy by naturalist Marianne Taylor and Italian photographer Daniele Occhiato covers more than 320 birds most likely to be seen on any visit to the country. Portable and reliable, the concise text for each species includes information on identification, songs and calls, behaviour, distribution, and habitat, with each photo carefully selected to aid identification. A guide to the best birdwatching sites in Italy is also included. This is the go-to guide for travellers and wildlife-watchers visiting this spectacular and bird-rich country.

Objev podobné jako Birds of Italy - Taylor Marianne, Daniele Occhiato

''The latest book from the inestimable and seemingly irrepressible Simon Warren.''thewashingmachinepostFrom the Gavia Pass to Mount Etna, from The Stelvio to The Zoncalan, these climbs are legends in Italy and the building blocks of the Giro d''Italia. Technology may advance, training and diet may evolve, but these world-famous mountains are a constant. They have witnessed triumph and despair, courage and heartache, they are where champions are made and where dreams are shattered. And yes, the greatest arenas of Italy''s greatest race are open 365 days of the year for any of us to ride. So take up the challenge, emulate your heroes and make your mark on the hundred greatest cycling climbs of Italy.

Objev podobné jako 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of Italy - Simon Warren

The Secret Life of Oceans is a collection of delightful stories and engaging facts, which imparts a love of Oceans and nature on the next generation, inspiring them to look after the world around them. Did you know that blue whales are the largest creatures on earth ? And that corals are actually tiny creatures? Let Tia the green turtle guide you through this beautiful first guide to oceanlife around the globe. Learn about ocean homes and who lives where, big creatures (whales and whale sharks), little creatures (baby animals to zooplankton), incredible journeys, sea weather, and how to help save our oceans. Read magical folklore sea stories from around the planet, too. Tia has learnt much on her travels and she will be a great guide for young readers, perhaps inspiring them to develop a lifelong love of life under the ocean. Following on from The Secret of Trees, The Secret Life of Bees, and The Secret Life of Birds, Oceans is the next book in the series. Sumptuous and detailed illustrations have pride of place in this magical book that mixes natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a book to be pored over time and again.

Objev podobné jako The Secret Life of Oceans - Butterfield Moira

Family was a central feature of social life in Italian cities. This wide-ranging volume explores patrimony in legal thought and how family property was inherited, managed and shared legally and its central role in Renaissance Italy.

Objev podobné jako Patrimony and Law in Renaissance Italy - Thomas Kuehn