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Which mathematician elaborated a crucial concept the night before he died in a duel? Who funded his maths and medical career through gambling and chess? Who learned maths from her wallpaper? Ian Stewart presents the extraordinary lives and amazing discoveries of twenty-five of history s greatest mathematicians from Archimedes and Liu Hui to Benoit Mandelbrot and William Thurston. His subjects are the inspiring individuals from all over the world who have made crucial contributions to mathematics. They include the rediscovered geniuses Srinivasa Ramanujan and Emmy Noether, alongside the towering figures of Muhammad al-Khwarizmi (inventor of the algorithm), Pierre de Fermat, Isaac Newton, Carl Friedrich Gauss, Nikolai Ivanovich Lobachevsky, Bernhard Reimann (precursor to Einstein), Henri Poincaré, Ada Lovelace (arguably the first computer programmer), Kurt Gödel and Alan Turing. Ian Stewart s vivid accounts are fascinating in themselves and, taken together, cohere into a riveting history of key steps in the development of mathematics.

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Ian Stewart s up-to-the-minute guide to the cosmos moves from the formation of the Earth and its Moon to the planets and asteroids of the solar system and from there out into the galaxy and the universe. He describes the architecture of space and time, dark matter and dark energy, how galaxies form, why stars implode, how everything began, and how it will end. He considers parallel universes, what forms extra-terrestrial life might take, and the likelihood of Earth being hit by an asteroid.Mathematics, Professor Stewart shows, has been the driving force in astronomy and cosmology since the ancient Babylonians. He describes how Kepler s work on planetary orbits led Newton to formulate his theory of gravity, and how two centuries later irregularities in the motion of Mars inspired Einstein s theory of general relativity. In crystal-clear terms he explains the fundamentals of gravity, spacetime, relativity and quantum theory, and shows how they all relate to each other. Eighty years ago the discovery that the universe is expanding led to the Big Bang theory of its origins. This in turn led cosmologists to posit features such as dark matter and dark energy. But does dark matter exist? Could another scientific revolution be on the way to challenge current scientific orthodoxy? These are among the questions Ian Stewart raises in his quest through the realms of astronomy and cosmology.

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There are some mathematical problems whose significance goes beyond the ordinary - like Fermat s Last Theorem or Goldbach s Conjecture - they are the enigmas which define mathematics.The Great Mathematical Problems explains why these problems exist, why they matter, what drives mathematicians to incredible lengths to solve them and where they stand in the context of mathematics and science as a whole. It contains solved problems - like the Poincaré Conjecture, cracked by the eccentric genius Grigori Perelman, who refused academic honours and a million-dollar prize for his work, and ones which, like the Riemann Hypothesis, remain baffling after centuries.Stewart is the guide to this mysterious and exciting world, showing how modern mathematicians constantly rise to the challenges set by their predecessors, as the great mathematical problems of the past succumb to the new techniques and ideas of the present.

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Selling over 25,000 copies across three editions, this book provides an unrivalled introduction to the core concepts and basic techniques of Transactional Analysis (TA). Ian Stewart guides the reader step-by-step through the successive stages in using TA to create therapeutic change, building understanding of the way the approach works in real-life practice. Key features of this new edition include: -a single extended case study running through the book -â ²Key ideasâ ² panels to summarize the main ideas in each section -Detailed discussion of â ²closing the escape hatchesâ ²: TAâ ²s distinctive approach to resolving the issues of suicide, self-harm or violence -Practice Checklists offering suggested questions readers can use to appraise their own work with clients at strategic points in the text - Space for Reflection sections and Further Reading lists to conclude each chapter. This bestselling textbook offers trainee and practising psychotherapists and counsellors a concise, hands-on exploration of current concepts and techniques in Transactional Analysis. Ian Stewart is Co-Director of The Berne Institute, Nottingham. He is the author of Eric Berne (SAGE, 1992) and Developing Transactional Analysis Counselling (SAGE, 1996), and co-author of TA Today (2nd edn, Lifespace, 2012).

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A new history of the Celts that reveals how this once-forgotten people became a pillar of modern national identity in Britain, Ireland, and FranceBefore the Greeks and Romans, the Celts ruled the ancient world. They sacked Rome, invaded Greece, and conquered much of Europe, from Ireland to Turkey. Celts registered deeply on the classical imagination for a thousand years and were variously described by writers like Caesar and Livy as unruly barbarians, fearless warriors, and gracious hosts. But then, in the early Middle Ages, they vanished. In The Celts, Ian Stewart tells the story of their rediscovery during the Renaissance and their transformation over the next few centuries into one of the most popular European ancestral peoples. The Celts shows how the idea of this ancient people was recovered by scholars, honed by intellectuals, politicians, and other thinkers of various stripes, and adopted by cultural revivalists and activists as they tried to build European nations and nationalisms during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Long-forgotten, the Celts improbably came to be seen as the ancestors of most western Europeans⠔and as a pillar of modern national identity in Britain, Ireland, and France. Based on new research conducted across Europe and in the United States, The Celts reveals when and how we came to call much of Europe ⠜Celtic,⠝ why this idea mattered in the past, and why it still matters today, as the tide of nationalism is once again on the rise.

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School maths is not the interesting part. The real fun is elsewhere. Like a magpie, Ian Stewart has collected the most enlightening, entertaining and vexing curiosities of maths over the years... Now, the private collection is displayed in his cabinet.There are some hidden gems of logic, geometry and probability -- like how to extract a cherry from a cocktail glass (harder than you think), a pop up dodecahedron, the real reason why you can t divide anything by zero and some tips for making money by proving the obvious. Scattered among these are keys to unlocking the mysteries of Fermat s last theorem, the Poincaré Conjecture, chaos theory, and the P/NP problem for which a million dollar prize is on offer. There are beguiling secrets about familiar names like Pythagoras or prime numbers, as well as anecdotes about great mathematicians. Pull out the drawers of the Professor s cabinet and who knows what could happen...

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From its status as a producer of the world-famous Nottingham lace to its current role as a vibrant university city and major centre of sport and culture in the East Midlands of England, Nottingham has a proud and distinctive identity. This extraordinary history is embodied in the buildings that have shaped the city.Nottingham in 50 Buildings explores the history of the city through a selection of its greatest architectural treasures, from the iconic neo-baroque Council House to more recent additions such as the cutting-edge Nottingham Contemporary arts centre. Author and historian Professor Ian D. Rotherham celebrates Nottingham s architectural heritage in a new and accessible way as he guides the reader around the city s historic and modern buildings.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND A FINANCIAL TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES AND TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 The best book on football I have ever read Daniel Finkelstein Fascinating and educational. An enjoyable and informative read Sir Kenny Dalglish Deserves a place among the great modern books on football Sam Wallace, chief football writer, Telegraph______________________________The insider account of the data revolution that has swept through the modern football world written by one of its key architects, Ian Graham.Between 2012 and 2023, Ian Graham worked as Liverpool FC s Director of Research. His tenure coincided with the clubâ ™s greatest period of success since the 1980s, including winning the Premier League in 2020 â “ Liverpoolâ ™s first league title after an agonising three decades.Here for the first time, Graham reveals the fascinating data that informed some of the clubâ ™s most pivotal moments of the past decade, from the appointment of Jurgen Klopp as manager in 2015 to the signing of Mohamed Salah in 2017. Along the way, he shares groundbreaking insight into the modern game, including how a season largely played behind closed doors transformed our understanding of home team advantage, or why the GOAT (greatest of all time) might not be who you think. And, in a game that is increasingly dominated by an elite few, Graham charts a path for the future where a data-savvy competitor will always find the edge.______________________________ A fascinating, witty and remarkably insightful account of Liverpool s reinvention and a clear-eyed, detailed explanation of the inner workings of modern football. Nobody is better qualified to tell either of those stories than Ian Graham, who stands as one of the most (quietly) significant figures in the recent history of the club and the sport Rory Smith, author of Expected Goals and Chief Soccer Correspondent, New York Times Never before has the data revolution in football been described so well from the inside. Christoph Biermann, author of Football Hackersâ ˜How to Win the Premier League gives you three books for the price of one: a book about all of the silly inefficiencies plaguing European football, a book about what it s like to be empowered to use outside-the-box thinking to help turn your boyhood club into the best team in the world, and a book about how football actually works. If he really wanted to, Ian could easily put me out of a job.â ™Ryan Oâ ™Hanlon, author of Net Gains and staff writer ESPN*A Sunday Times bestseller August 2024

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A collection of engaging essays on some of the most significant figures in cyberpunk culture, this outstanding guide charts the rich and varied landscape of cyberpunk from the 1970s to present day. The collection features key figures from a variety of disciplines, from novelists, critical and cultural theorists, philosophers, and scholars, to filmmakers, comic book artists, game creators, and television writers. Important and influential names discussed include: J. G. Ballard, Jean Baudrillard, Rosi Braidotti, Charlie Brooker, Pat Cadigan, William Gibson, Donna J. Haraway, Nalo Hopkinson, Janelle Monáe, Annalee Newitz, Katsuhiro Ōtomo, Sadie Plant, Mike Pondsmith, Ridley Scott, Bruce Sterling, and the Wachowskis. The editors also include an afterword of ⠘Honorable Mentions⠙ to highlight additional figures and groups of note that have played a role in shaping cyberpunk.This accessible guide will be of interest to students and scholars of cultural studies, film studies, literature, media studies, as well as anyone with an interest in cyberpunk culture and science fiction.

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A Blomus FRABLI FIGUE illatos gyertyája travertin kőből készült tartóban kapható, 18 órás égési idővel. Sójaviasz alapú, pálmaolaj mentes összetételű, fügés és áfonyás illatkeverékkel. A kiégett gyertyát követően a tartó dekoratív vagy tároló célokra használható.

• Természetes travertin kőből készült elegáns tartó, amely dekorációs tárggyá is válik
• 18 órás égési időt biztosító pálmaolaj mentes sójaviasz összetétel
• Kellemesen kiegyensúlyozott fügés-áfonyás illat, amely nyugtató légkört teremt
• Porvédő fedél, amely az illat intenzitásának megőrzését segíti

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One of the Financial Times Best Economics Books of 2023Visionary Oxford professor Ian Goldin and The Economist s Tom Lee-Devlin show why the city is where the battles of inequality, social division, pandemics and climate change must be faced.From centres of antiquity like Athens or Rome to modern metropolises like New York or Shanghai, cities throughout history have been the engines of human progress and the epicentres of our greatest achievements. Now, for the first time, more than half of humanity lives in cities, and that continues to rise. In the developing world, cities are growing at a rate never seen before.Professor Goldin and Tom Lee-Devlin show why making our societies fairer, more cohesive and sustainable must start with our cities. Globalization and technological change have concentrated wealth into a small number of booming metropolises, leaving many smaller cities and towns behind and feeding populist resentment. Yet even within seemingly thriving cities like London or San Francisco, the gap between the haves and have-nots continues to widen and our retreat into online worlds tears away at our social fabric. Meanwhile, pandemics and climate change pose existential threats to our increasingly urban world.Age of the City combines the lessons of history with a deep understanding of the challenges confronting our world today to show why cities are at a crossroads – and hold our destinies in the balance.

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Like its wildly popular predecessors Cabinet of Mathematical Curiosities and Hoard of Mathematical Treasures, Professor Stewart s brand-new book is a miscellany of over 150 mathematical curios and conundrums, packed with trademark humour and numerous illustrations.In addition to the fascinating formulae and thrilling theorems familiar to Professor Stewart s fans, the Casebook follows the adventures of the not-so-great detective Hemlock Soames and his sidekick Dr John Watsup (immortalised in the phrase Watsup, Doc? ). By a remarkable coincidence they live at 222B Baker Street, just across the road from their more illustrious neighbour who, for reasons known only to Dr Watsup, is never mentioned by name. A typical item is The Case of the Face-Down Aces , a mathematical magic trick of quite devilish cunning...Ranging from one-liners to four-page investigations from the frontiers of mathematical research, the Casebook reveals Professor Stewart at his challenging and entertaining best.

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Květináč - klasický, kulatý, materiál imitace dřeva a plast, průměr 61 cm Jestli nedáte dopustit na květiny, pořiďte jim elegantní květináč STEWART. Tento model je tradičního, zakulaceného tvaru. Umístíte jej kamkoli, do obývacích pokojů se hodí stejně dobře, jako na terasu. Květináč tvoří imitace dřeva a plast. Květináč STEWART má rozměry 42 × 61 cm. Hlavní přednosti květináče STEWART Květináč BLENHEIM HALF BARREL cínová Květináč STEWART vám udělá radost, jestliže vlastníte nějaké rostliny Jak velké květiny zvládne, to prozradí rozměry 42 × 61 cm Materiál květináče STEWART je imitace dřeva a plast Květináč má kulatý tvar Má průměr 61 cm Barva: stříbrná a šedá Typ květináče: klasický

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The tense, twisty murder mystery which will have you on the edge of your seat, from the author of Madam, Will You Talk? /font size Mary Stewart is magic New York Times Following a heart-breaking divorce, Gianetta retreats to the Isle of Skye hoping to find tranquillity in the island s savage beauty. But shortly before her arrival a girl s body is found on the craggy slopes of the looming Blue Mountain, and with the murderer still on the loose, there s nothing to stop him from setting his sights on Gianetta next . . .Praise for Mary Stewart: There are few to equal Mary Stewart Daily Telegraph One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century Independent A natural successor to Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte Guardian Total heaven. I d rather read her than most other authors Harriet Evans She set the benchmark for pace, suspense and romance - with a great dollop of escapism as the icing Elizabeth BuchanWhat readers have said about Wildfire at Midnight: Could not put the book down, from start to finish! Absolutely brilliant! A great writer. Thank you Mary Stewart I ve read and re-read it countless times . . . wonderful setting for the plot, evocative and captivating writing, I love this book If you like a beautiful heroine with pluck, a handsome hero, danger and strong descriptive passages this is a book for you A fabulous fast paced read . . . Stewart keeps you guessing to the very end with a doozy of a nail-biting finish set amongst the swirling mists, shifting bogs and the rocky crags of the Cuillin

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A gripping, nail-biting adventure set in Scotland, from the original queen of romantic suspense Total heaven. I d rather read her than most other authors Harriet Evans When Rose Fenemore takes a desperately needed holiday to an isolated cottage on the Scottish island of Moila she doesn t expect much in the way of adventure - just a few quiet weeks of writing, walking and bird-watching. And then, late one night during a wild storm, two young men appear in her doorway, seeking shelter from the wind and rain. Neither man is quite who he claims, and the question of who to trust will put Rose in grave peril . . . Praise for Mary Stewart: Mary Stewart is magic New York Times One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century Independent She set the benchmark for pace, suspense and romance - with a great dollop of escapism as the icing Elizabeth Buchan Mary Stewart s writing is illuminated by her evident affection for the Western Scottish landscape . . . a rattling good yarn Sunday TelegraphReader reviews of Stormy Petrel: Mary Stewart! What an author! . . . The plot has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing, and the writing is a joy She truly is one of the best romantic suspense writers, if not the best Like consuming really rich chocolate you don t want it to end . . . She has the gift and has been sharing it with her readers generously. She still has magic Mary Stewart specialises in novels which have you alternately holding your breath as to what might happen, or chuckling to yourself

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WASH brutally dissects black womxnhood for all its blood, beauty, sacrifice and strength. Ebony Stewart s praise and pleas for the lives of black womxn create a devotional space for healing. Stewart s third collection is uncompromising and emotionally raw. Through trauma and recovery, black girlhood comes of age in WASH, journeying through moments of self-discovery, mental illness, love and heartbreak. Stewart reckons traditional definitions of womxnhood, exploring its complications, its communities, and its queerness. With a distinct, lyrical poetic voice, WASH tells a story of queer, black womxnhood that perseveres. A collection that will bring you to tears and brighten your day, Ebony Stewart s WASH cannot be missed!

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***The instant Sunday Times bestseller*** An epic and heart rending struggle between gods and mortals, lovers and siblings . . . Stewart is a writer of genius and brilliance Hannah Kaner Stewart s worlds are some of the most exceptionally inventive in modern fantasy. A must read! Shannon ChakrabortyAfter a divine war shattered the world, humanity struck a pact with the god Kluehnn: in return for regular tribute of magical gems, Kluehnn would restore the world to its former glory. But as each land is transformed, so too are its people changed into strange new forms - if they survive at all.Hakara is not willing to pay such a price. Desperate to protect herself, and her sister Rasha, she flees her homeland for the safety of a neighbouring kingdom. But tragedy strikes when they re separated, and Hakara is forced to abandon Rasha to an unknown fate.Yet when Hakara discovers she can channel the power of the magical gems, she s invited to join a clandestine plot to destroy the God Pact. To win Hakara to their cause, the conspirators reveal a startling secret: Rasha is alive - and they can help rescue her.But only if Hakara goes to war against a god.The Gods Below begins an epic new fantasy series from Sunday Times bestselling author Andrea Stewart, where two sisters find themselves on opposite sides of a war against gods Impossible to resist - stunning, powerful, and hypnotic in equal measure. This is an absolute gem, one for the ages Fanfiaddict The Gods Below is as breathtaking as its magic system promises. Expect old gods, altered beings, magic stones, fighting, romance, and rollicking good fun. Stewart s newest series cements her as a bright voice in the fantasy genre L. R. Lam This awe-inspiring trilogy-starter is everything fans of high fantasy have been looking for. Its characters are compelling, its world is vivid, new, and visceral Booklist (starred review)Other books by Andrea StewartThe Drowning Empire series The Bone Shard DaughterThe Bone Shard Emperor The Bone Shard War

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An epic and heart rending struggle between gods and mortals, lovers and siblings . . . Stewart is a writer of genius and brilliance Hannah Kaner Stewart s worlds are some of the most exceptionally inventive in modern fantasy. A must read! Shannon ChakrabortyAfter a divine war shattered the world, humanity struck a pact with the god Kluehnn: in return for regular tribute of magical gems, Kluehnn would restore the world to its former glory. But as each land is transformed, so too are its people changed into strange new forms - if they survive at all.Hakara is not willing to pay such a price. Desperate to protect herself, and her sister Rasha, she flees her homeland for the safety of a neighbouring kingdom. But tragedy strikes when they re separated, and Hakara is forced to abandon Rasha to an unknown fate.Yet when Hakara discovers she can channel the power of the magical gems, she s invited to join a clandestine plot to destroy the God Pact. To win Hakara to their cause, the conspirators reveal a startling secret: Rasha is alive - and they can help rescue her.But only if Hakara goes to war against a god.The Gods Below begins an epic new fantasy series from Sunday Times bestselling author Andrea Stewart, where two sisters find themselves on opposite sides of a war against gods The Gods Below is as breathtaking as its magic system promises. Expect old gods, altered beings, magic stones, fighting, romance, and rollicking good fun. Stewart s newest series cements her as a bright voice in the fantasy genre L. R. Lam This awe-inspiring trilogy-starter is everything fans of high fantasy have been looking for. Its characters are compelling, its world is vivid, new, and visceral Booklist (starred review)Other books by Andrea StewartThe Drowning Empire series The Bone Shard DaughterThe Bone Shard Emperor The Bone Shard War

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This book is for instructors who think that most calculus textbooks are too long. In writing the book, James Stewart asked himself: What is essential for a three-semester calculus course for scientists and engineers? ESSENTIAL CALCULUS, Second Edition, offers a concise approach to teaching calculus that focuses on major concepts, and supports those concepts with precise definitions, patient explanations, and carefully graded problems. The book is only 900 pages--two-thirds the size of Stewart s other calculus texts, and yet it contains almost all of the same topics. The author achieved this relative brevity primarily by condensing the exposition and by putting some of the features on the book s website, www.StewartCalculus.com. Despite the more compact size, the book has a modern flavor, covering technology and incorporating material to promote conceptual understanding, though not as prominently as in Stewart s other books. ESSENTIAL CALCULUS features the same attention to detail, eye for innovation, and meticulous accuracy that have made Stewart s textbooks the best-selling calculus texts in the world.

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Ocelový náramek Junkers v šířce 22 mm pro modely z řady Professor s označením 932. Řemínek je kompatibilní s těmito modely: Junkers Professor 932.03.12 Junkers Professor 932.02.02.M Junkers Professor 932.03.03 Junkers Professor 932.02.02 Junkers Professor 932.01.03.M Junkers Professor 932.01.03 Junkers Professor 932.01.02.M Junkers Professor 932.01.02

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Závěsné svítidlo NOVA LUCE IAN – Matná černá elegance pro moderní interiérZávěsné svítidlo IAN od renomované značky NOVA LUCE představuje spojení funkčnosti, nadčasového designu a precizního řemeslného zpracování. Elegantní matný černý kov, geometricky tvarovaný drátěný stínidlo a decentní síťovaný detail tvoří harmonický celek, který skvěle vynikne nad jídelním stolem, v obývacím pokoji i v moderní kuchyni. Hlavní přednosti svítidla NOVA LUCE IAN Moderní a vzdušný design: Kombinace otevřené konstrukce a černého kovu vytváří příjemný kontrast a umožňuje maximální rozptyl světla do prostoru. Flexibilita použití: Ideální pro nadčasové interiéry, loftové i industriální prostory, ale i pro jemné kontrasty v klasickém stylu. Kompatibilita s E27 žárovkou: Zvolte libovolnou úspornou LED žárovku podle svých preferencí (doporučujeme teplou bílou pro útulnou atmosféru). Snadná instalace a údržba: Minimalistický design usnadňuje čištění i výměnu světelného zdroje.Technické parametry Výška: 1260 mm (možnost zkrácení přívodního kabelu při montáži) Průměr stínidla: 295 mm Materiál: kov s matným černým povrchem Patice: E27, max. 12 W (doporučujeme LED žárovku) Napětí: 220–240 V Stupeň krytí: IP20 – vhodné pro vnitřní použití Dodáváno bez žárovkyProč zvolit svítidlo NOVA LUCE IAN?Svítidlo IAN je skvělou volbou pro všechny, kdo hledají stylové a zároveň praktické osvětlení. Otevřená konstrukce umožňuje hru se světelným zdrojem – vsaďte na designovou filamentovou žárovku a ještě více podtrhněte unikátní vzhled svítidla. Díky univerzálnosti a kvalitnímu provedení se jedná o dlouhodobou investici do vašeho interiéru.Trust badges garance Životnost doporučené LED žárovky: až 30 000 h* Záruka na svítidlo: 2 roky Certifikace: CE* Životnost se vztahuje na použití kvalitní LED žárovky, není součástí balení.Časté dotazy (FAQ) Lze zkrátit závěs? Ano, při instalaci je možné přívodní kabel jednoduše zkrátit na požadovanou délku. Jakou žárovku zvolit pro maximální úsporu? Doporučujeme vybrat LED žárovku s paticí E27 a příkonem do 12 W. LED technologie zajistí výrazně nižší spotřebu energie a dlouhou životnost. Objevte krásu jednoduchosti a kvality s kolekcí IAN. Vytvořte jedinečnou atmosféru ve svém domově s elegantním závěsným svítidlem NOVA LUCE IAN!

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THE NO. 1 BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF POLITICS ON THE EDGERory Stewart explores his love for the UK in this account of history, memory and landscape as he traverses the the borderlands between England and Scotland.â ˜This beautifully written book is a haunting reflection of identity and our relationships with the people and places we loveâ ™ Daily MailHis father Brian taught Rory Stewart how to walk, and walked with him on journeys from Iran to Malaysia. Now they have chosen to do their final walk together along â ˜the Marchesâ ™ - the frontier that divides their two countries, Scotland and England.On their six-hundred-mile, thirty-day journey - with Rory on foot, and his father â ˜ambushingâ ™ him by car â “ the pair relive Scottish dances, reflect on Burmese honey-bears, and on the loss of human presence in the British landscape.Travelling across mountain ridges and through housing estates they uncover a forgotten country crushed between England and Scotland: the Middleland. They discover unsettling modern lives, lodged in an ancient place, as their odyssey develops into a history of the British nationhood, a chronicle of contemporary Britain and an exuberant encounter between a father and a son.And as the journey deepens, and the end approaches, Brian and Rory fight to match, step by step, modern voices, nationalisms and contemporary settlements to the natural beauty of the Marches, and a fierce absorption in tradition in their own unconventional lives.â ˜Suggests an open-mindedness in Stewart, a tolerance and flexibility that could make him an exceptional politician while it also continues to define him as a writerâ ™ New York Review of Booksâ ˜Travel writing at its bestâ ™ GuardianPlease note: The book cover received may differ from the cover displayed here.

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Experience how it feels to be the subject of a blasphemy prosecution! Find out why wool is a funny word! See how jokes work, their inner mechanisms revealed, before your astonished face! In 2001, after over a decade in the business, Stewart Lee quit stand-up, disillusioned and drained, and went off to direct a loss-making musical, Jerry Springer: The Opera. Nine years later, How I Escaped My Certain Fate details his return to live performance, and the journey that took him from an early retirement to his position as the most critically acclaimed stand-up in Britain, the winner of BAFTAs and British Comedy Awards, and the affirmation of being rated the 41st best stand up ever. Here is Stewart Lee s own account of his remarkable comeback, told through transcripts of the three legendary full-length shows that sealed his reputation. Astonishingly frank and detailed in-depth notes reveal the inspiration and inner workings of his act. With unprecedented access to a leading comedian s creative process, this book tells us just what it was like to write these shows, develop the performance and take them on tour. How I Escaped My Certain Fate is everything we have come to expect from Stewart Lee: fiercely intelligent, unsparingly honest and very, very funny.

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A fascinating insight into the complexity, history and unpredictability of Iraq from Rory Stewart, bestselling author of Politics on the Edge and host of hit podcast The Rest Is Politics.â ˜Devastatingâ ™ - The Sunday Timesâ ˜Absolutely absorbingâ ™ - Ken LoachBy September 2003, six months after the US-led invasion of Iraq, the anarchy had begun. Rory Stewart, then a young British diplomat, was appointed as the Coalition Provisional Authority s deputy governor of a province of 850,000 people in the southern marshland region. There, he and his colleagues confronted gangsters, Iranian-linked politicians, tribal vendettas and a full Islamist insurgency.Occupational Hazards is Rory Stewart s inside account of the attempt to rebuild a nation, the errors made, the misunderstandings and insurmountable difficulties encountered. It reveals an Iraq hidden from most foreign journalists and soldiers, a rare and compelling insight that remains just as important today.â ˜An extraordinarily vivid taleâ ™ - The Guardianâ ˜Wonderfully observed, wise, evocativeâ ™ - The Observer

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When Amy Stewart discovered a community of tree collectors, she expected to meet horticultural fanatics driven to plant every species of oak or maple. But she also discovered that the urge to collect trees springs from deeper, more profound motives, such as a longing for community, a vision for the future, or a path to healing and reconciliation. In this slyly humorous, informative, often poignant volume, Stewart brings us fifty captivating stories of people who spend their lives in pursuit of rare and wonderful trees and are transformed in the process. Vivian Keh has forged a connection to her Korean elders through her persimmon orchard. The former poet laureate W. S. Merwin planted a tree almost every day for more than three decades, until he had turned a barren estate into a palm sanctuary. And Joe Hamilton cultivates pines on land passed down to him by his once-enslaved great-grandfather, building a legacy for the future. Stewart populates this lively compendium with her own watercolour portraits of these extraordinary people and their trees, side trips to investigate famous tree collections, arboreal glossaries, and even tips for unauthorised forestry. This book is a stunning tribute to a devoted group of nature lovers making their lives - and the world - more beautiful, one tree at a time.

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The original queen of the page-turner Mary Stewart leads her readers on a thrilling journey through a dangerous and deadly Provence in this tale perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Barbara Pym. Mary Stewart is magic New York Times One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century Independent The terrible thirsty heat of the Provençal summer, the noise of the cicadas, the dust of the country buses . . . an excellent tale of mystery The TimesIt sounds idyllic: a leisurely drive through the sun-drenched landscape of Provence. But Charity s dream holiday turns into a nightmare when she becomes embroiled in a sinister plot to kidnap a young boy. She soon finds herself in a deadly pursuit and must uncover who to trust . . . and who to fall for. Whenever I look back now on the strange and terrifying events of that holiday in Southern France, I remember the minutes I spent gazing at the golden arches of the Roman aqueduct over the Gardon... the last brief lull before the thunder. A comfortable chair and a Mary Stewart: total heaven. I d rather read her than most other authors. Harriet Evans She built the bridge between classic literature and modern popular fiction. She did it first and she did it best. Herald

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An instant New York Times Bestseller⠜If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for a decade, get a dog. And if you want to be happy for the rest of your life, make a garden.⠝ ⠔Martha Stewart, Martha Netflix DocumentaryThe first fully comprehensive gardening guide from the legendary Martha Stewart in more than 30 years, with everything you need to know to curate a beautiful, thriving gardenMaster the art of gardening with Martha Stewart s Gardening Handbook: an in-depth guide that will teach you the knowledge and skills to cultivate a flourishing garden. From understanding soil composition to learning about different types of plants and gardening methods, you⠙ll discover the secrets to creating a stunning outdoor oasis. Martha covers:the nuances of careful planningsoil testingdrainagewatering and rainfallunderstanding plant hardiness zonesthe art of choosing the healthiest plants for your specific climatePlus, all different kinds of plants like:annuals, perennials, and bulbssucculents and cactivegetable and herb gardenstrees and shrubsFrom designing your garden to selecting the right varieties for your region, this manual has every detail covered. Whether you⠙re a green thumb or a gardening novice, this gorgeous book, filled with practical tips, stunning images (many from Martha⠙s personal gardens), and detailed explanations, will arm you with the knowledge to help your garden thrive. As Martha likes to say, gardening is a never-ending opportunity for growth.

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The original queen of the page-turner Mary Stewart leads her readers on a journey of murder and deceit through the dusty roads of mid-century Greece in this tale that fans of Agatha Christie and Barbara Pym are sure to love. The contemporary thriller at its very best Guardian Mary Stewart is magic New York Times Nothing ever happens to me... So begins Camilla Haven s letter home during her quiet holiday in Athens. But when a stranger begs her to drive a car to Delphi, swearing that it is a matter of life and death, Camilla impulsively takes the opportunity she s been offered. Before long she is caught up in a whirlwind of intrigue, deceit and murder as she spins along the dusty Greek roads in a race against time to solve a fourteen-year-old mystery.The longer I waited the less possible it seemed to walk out of the café and leave everything to settle itself without me, and the more insidiously did the other possibility begin to present itself. Dry-mouthed, I pushed it aside, but there it was, a challenge, a gift, a dare from the gods . . . One of the best British storytellers of the 20th century Independent There are few to equal Mary Stewart Daily Telegraph

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Drawing on the authorâ ™s experiences, this debut novel follows an interracial blended family living in Chicago in the 1990s. Â James Stewart IIIâ ™s powerful debut novel documents the life of a working-class interracial couple and their children in a Chicago suburb in the early 1990s. The father, Jim, is a Black man married to Connie, a white woman with two white sons from a previous marriage. Connie and Jim have three more children together, and the entire family lives in a cramped two-bedroom apartment in a well-to-do, predominantly white community. Defiant Acts follows the Stewarts through a year in which Jim fights to earn a promotion, the adolescent boys struggle to find themselves, one of the younger children becomes gravely ill, and the parents try to stay afloat in a shaky economy. Within the walls of the Stewartsâ ™ home, race doesnâ ™t factor, but when the family interacts with the outside world, it is inescapable, a basis for identity and inclusion as well as a spur for exclusion and abuse. Rooted in the tradition of Black authors from Chicago and drawing on the authorâ ™s own experiences, Defiant Acts eschews a conventional plot, presenting a series of captured momentsâ ”past and presentâ ”and multiple perspectives to build a mosaic of the familyâ ™s lives. In clear, concise prose, Stewart focuses on the complexities of human relationships and on race relations both in and outside the domestic space, placing emphasis on the values that bind this tight-knit family together: solidarity, care, and hope.

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A thrilling, twisty tale of a dangerous romance set in the heart of mid-century Savoy, from the author of Madam, Will You Talk. Mary Stewart is magic New York Times Linda Martin understands what is to be lonely: her parents died when she was young, and she was raised in an orphanage. When she is hired as a governess to the orphaned young Philippe, Comte de Valmy, Linda finds a kindred spirit in the lonely little boy. But Philippe is the heir to a vast estate in Savoy, and his dangerously handsome uncle may be willing to kill to ensure that Philippe never inherits it . . . Praise for Mary Stewart: A wonderful wordsmith Scotsman I d rather read her than most other authors Harriet Evans One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century Independent She set the benchmark for pace, suspense and romance - with a great dollop of escapism as the icing Elizabeth BuchanReader reviews of Nine Coaches Waiting: I was hooked from page one to page-the-end . . . Stewart is a wonderful writer It had me in it s thrall from start to finish. I am compelled to recommend this book to anyone who loves a good read that keeps you on tenterhooks all the way through I finished it at 4 in the morning. Talk about unputdownable! A very good blend of thriller and romance . . . perfect for a lazy day by the pool

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Mary Stewart, one of the great British storytellers of the 20th century, transports her readers to rural Northumberland for this tale of romance, ambition, and deceit - a perfect fit for fans of Agatha Christie and Barbara Pym. There are few to equal Mary Stewart Daily Telegraph Mary Stewart is magic. New York TimesWhitescar is a beautiful old house and farm situated in Roman Wall country. It will make a rich inheritance for its heirs, but in order to secure it, they enlist the help of a young woman named Mary who bears remarkable resemblance to missing Whitescar heiress, Annabel Winslow. Their deception will spark a powder-keg of ambition, obsession and long-dead love.The ivy had reached for the tree and only the tree s upper branches managed to thrust the young gold leaves of early summer through the strangling curtain. Eventually the ivy would kill it . . . One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century Independent The Ivy Tree has the ideal thriller blend of plot, suspense, character drawing and good writing Daily Express

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Have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of your favourite shows? Beginners to the Stage, Please traces Stewart Arnottâ ™s progress from tearing tickets in his teens to becoming the stage manager for The Phantom of the Opera in the West End of London. Along the way, he explains various aspects of how the industry works, delves into the psychology of performers and audiences, and provides detailed descriptions of how shows are put together and run.The theatre is a world Stewart knows very well, having worked extensively in the West End over four decades: front-of-house, stage-door-keeping, crewing, set-operating and, most importantly, stage managing. This gives him an in-depth knowledge of individual shows, a global overview of the industry, and a breadth of experience that offers a perspective few others will have had.Peppered with personal anecdotes and a fair amount of (unabashed!) name-dropping, this story offers an insight into the nitty-gritty of daily life behind the scenes on some of the West End s most successful and well-known shows.So come with Stewart as he takes you through the stage door and into the rarely seen backstage world of Londonâ ™s magical West End.

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Stolní lampa NOVA LUCE IAN – Designový akcent v matné černéStolní lampa NOVA LUCE IAN v matném černém provedení je stylovým a funkčním doplňkem pro moderní interiéry. Její industriální vzhled, zvýrazněný perforovaným kovovým stínidlem, vnese do vašeho domova osobitost a příjemné náladové osvětlení. Kolekce IAN je navržena s důrazem na detail, jednoduchost a praktičnost.Hlavní vlastnosti a výhody Moderní industriální design: Minimalistický tvary, perforované stínidlo a matný černý povrch snadno ladí s moderními interiéry i kancelářemi. Konstrukce z kvalitního kovu: Odolný materiál zajišťuje dlouhou životnost a stabilitu lampy. Flexibilita výběru žárovky: Patice E27 umožňuje použití LED, úsporných i klasických žárovek do 12W. Světelný zdroj není součástí balení, a tak si sami můžete zvolit teplotu barvy i intenzitu světla. Kompaktní rozměry: Výška 340 mm a průměr 137 mm – ideální na pracovní stůl, noční stolek i parapet. Snadná manipulace: Praktické madlo usnadňuje přenášení lampy podle aktuální potřeby. Bezpečnost a certifikace: Krytí IP20 je vhodné do interiéru a garantuje ochranu před běžným prachem.Technická specifikace Výška: 340 mm Průměr: 137 mm Materiál: kov Barva: matná černá Patice: E27 (max. 12W, světelný zdroj není součástí balení) Napětí: 220–240 V Krytí: IP20 (pouze do interiéru) Kolekce: IANTrust badges garance Certifikace CE – bezpečnost a kvalita ověřena pro EU trh Záruka 2 roky – garance spolehlivého provozu Životnost až 30 000 hodin (při použití kvalitní LED žárovky)Doporučení architektaNOVA LUCE IAN doporučuji jako stylový doplněk do moderních ložnic, pracoven nebo obývacích pokojů. Díky univerzálnímu designu ji snadno sladíte s dalšími industriálními či minimalistickými prvky. Pro útulnou atmosféru zvolte LED žárovku s teplou bílou barvou světla.FAQ – často kladené dotazy Lze použít stmívatelnou žárovku? Ano, pokud použijete stmívatelnou LED žárovku a vhodný typ stmívače, lampa je plně kompatibilní. Jakou žárovku zvolit pro maximální úsporu? Doporučujeme LED žárovku E27 o příkonu 6–10 W, která poskytne dostatek světla a výrazně sníží spotřebu elektrické energie.Objevte originální řešení osvětlení s lampou NOVA LUCE IAN a vdechněte svému prostoru moderní atmosféru!

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American author Willa Cather wrote a book titled The Professor s House. The story begins with Professor Godfrey St. Peter and his wife when move to a new house. He becomes uneasy about the route of his life is taking. His two daughters marriages resulted in their departure from the house and the addition of two new sons-in-law, causing a midlife crisis that leaves the Professor feeling as though he has nothing to look forward to and has lost the will to live. The novel focuses on the relationships between the Professor and his new sons-in-law and family, while also making allusions to their grief over Tom Outland s, who was his student, friend and also the fiancé of his elder daughter, loss during the Great War. What will the Professor do to manage his family? How will he overcome his and his family s pain? Read The Professor s House to know the complete story.

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Závěsné svítidlo NOVA LUCE IAN – matný černý kov přírodní dřevoZávěsné svítidlo NOVA LUCE IAN představuje dokonalou harmonii moderního designu a přírodních materiálů. Spojení matného černého kovu s akcentem přírodního dřeva vytváří stylový, avšak nadčasový prvek do každého interiéru. Díky jednoduché, ale efektivní geometrii stínidla se svítidlo hodí nejen nad kuchyňský ostrůvek, ale i do jídelny, obývacího pokoje či pracovny.Vlastnosti a design Rozměry: Výška 1100 mm (nastavitelná při instalaci), průměr stínidla 260 mm Materiál: Kombinace kovu s kvalitní povrchovou úpravou a přírodního dřeva Barva: Matná černá s dřevěným detailem Patice: E27 – možnost volby jakékoliv úsporné LED žárovky do 12 W Stupeň krytí: IP20 – určeno pro suché interiéry Napájení: 220–240 V Kolekce: IANProč zvolit právě svítidlo IAN? Ideální pro moderní, skandinávské i industriální interiéry Možnost seskupení více kusů nad jídelní stůl nebo bar Variabilita volby světelného zdroje – intenzitu a barvu si zvolíte sami Snadná údržba a dlouhá životnost díky kvalitním materiálůmTechnické parametry Počet světelných zdrojů: 1 (žárovka není součástí balení) Max. příkon žárovky: 12 W LED Životnost svítidla: až 30 000 hodin (dle použité žárovky) Certifikace: CE Záruka: 2 rokyDoporučení architektaSvítidlo IAN vynikne samostatně i v řadě – například nad kuchyňským pultem, kde podtrhne čistotu a svěžest interiéru s přírodním akcentem. Kombinujte s LED filament žárovkou typu E27 pro maximální úsporu energie a příjemnou atmosféru. Díky otevřenému stínidlu světlo krásně rozprostře po místnosti, aniž by oslňovalo.Trust badges garance Životnost až 30 000 h 2 roky záruka Certifikace CEFAQ – často kladené dotazy Lze zkracovat závěs? Ano, délku závěsu lze při instalaci zkrátit podle potřeb vašeho prostoru. Jakou žárovku zvolit pro maximální úsporu? Doporučujeme LED žárovku E27 do 12 W s teplotou chromatičnosti 2700–3000 K pro příjemné, teplé bílé světlo.

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Patrick Stewart nám ve svých pamětech, jež jsou upřímným a poutavým vyprávěním o vytrvalosti, vášni a touze po dokonalosti, dovoluje nahlédnout do výjimečného života jednoho z nejoblíbenějších herců naší doby. Stewart stylem sobě vlastním vzpomíná na nelehké dětství, studium herectví, rozhodující životní okamžiky u Královské shakespearovské společnosti, kde účinkoval například v Hamletovi, Kupci benátském a Snu noci svatojánské, i na ikonické role kapitána Jeana-Luca Picarda a profesora Charlese Xaviera. Tato kniha však není pouhým průvodcem fascinující kariérou herce s pověstnou pleší, ale také rozjímáním nad osobními výzvami, porážkami i vítězstvími, které Patricka Stewarta formovaly jako umělce i člověka. Za svou kariéru získal tento rodák z hrabství Yorkshire řadu ocenění včetně ceny Emmy a Zlatého glóbu. V roce 2001 mu byl udělen také Řád britského impéria za zásluhy o herectví a v roce 2010 ho královna Alžběta II. povýšila do rytířského stavu. Jeho autobiografie je povinnou četbou nejen pro fanoušky, ale i pro každého, koho inspirují životní příběhy o odvaze a vytrvalosti.

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A searing insider’s account of ten extraordinary years in Parliament from Rory Stewart, former Cabinet minister and co-presenter of breakout hit podcast The Rest Is Politics ‘The most exceptional political memoir I’ve ever read’ ALAN JOHNSON ‘An instant classic’ MARINA HYDE ‘At last a politician who can write’ SEBASTIAN FAULKS The Times Political Book of the Year Over the course of a decade, Rory Stewart went from being a political outsider to standing for prime minister – before being sacked from a Conservative Party that he had come to barely recognise. Uncompromising, honest and darkly humorous, this is his story of the challenges, absurdities and realities of political life. Instantly praised as a new classic, it is an astonishing portrait of our turbulent times.‘Genuinely eye-opening…always riveting, often horrifying’ iNEWS‘Beautifully written’ GUARDIAN‘Hugely entertaining’EVENING STANDARD**A FINANCIAL TIMES, GUARDIAN, SUNDAY TIMES, DAILY TELEGRAPH, TIMES, OBSERVER, i NEWSPAPER, NEW STATESMAN, PROSPECT, CHURCH TIMES AND SCOTSMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023** Politics on the Edge was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller from 09.09.23–16.09.23, and 09.12.23–16.12.23, and 30.12.23–06.01.24

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The long-awaited memoir from iconic, beloved actor and living legend Sir Patrick Stewart. From his acclaimed stage triumphs to his legendary onscreen work, Sir Patrick Stewart has captivated audiences around the world and across multiple generations in a career spanning six decades with his indelible command of stage and screen. No other British working actor enjoys such career variety, universal respect and unending popularity, as witnessed through his seminal roles – whether as Captain Jean-Luc Picard of Star Trek fame, Professor Charles Xavier of Marvel s X-Men hit film franchise, his more than forty years as part of the Royal Shakespeare Company and in such critically lauded roles for Hamlet and The Tempest on the West End and Broadway, his unforgettable one-man show adapted from Charles Dickens s A Christmas Carol, or his comedic work in American Dad!, Ted, Extras and Blunt Talk, among many others.Now, he presents his long-awaited memoir, Making It So, a revealing portrait of a driven artist whose astonishing life – from his humble and hardscrabble beginnings in Yorkshire, to the dizzying heights of Hollywood and worldwide acclaim – proves a story as exuberant, definitive and enduring as the author himself.

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The brand new John Rebus thriller from the iconic Number One bestseller Ian Rankin: one of the must-read books of the year. Rebus in jail and better than ever ... Surprising, gripping and witty. Rankin has taken the police procedural and transformed into an epic character study of a man and his city ... Nobody does it better. THE TIMES* * * * * JOHN REBUS SPENT HIS LIFE AS A DETECTIVE PUTTING EDINBURGH S MOST DEADLY CRIMINALS BEHIND BARS.NOW, HE S JOINED THEM.As new allies and old enemies circle, and the days and nights bleed into each other, even the legendary detective struggles to keep his head.That is, until a murder at midnight in a locked cell presents a new mystery. They say old habits die hard...However, this is a case where the prisoners and the guards are all suspects, and everyone has something to hide. With no badge, no authority and no safety net, Rebus walks a tightrope - with his life on the line.But how do you find a killer in a place full of them?* * * * *PRAISE FOR MIDNIGHT AND BLUE: Unforgettable ... Proves that Rebus is one of the most remarkable characters in crime fiction. DAILY MAIL With every novel, Rankin leaves us wanting more. Midnight and Blue is no exception. As Rebus ages, he becomes ever more human, ever more relatable, and the books become even better... This is unmissable. MICK HERRON, the Sunday Times Number One Bestseller Midnight Blue is a triumph. Rebus as you ve never seen him before and Rankin at his best. ELLY GRIFFITHS, the Sunday Times Number One Bestseller I was absolutely knocked sideways by it - it is utterly marvellous and so touching. JILLY COOPER, the Sunday Times Bestseller A taut, claustrophobic thriller, that puts a Golden Age twist on a modern-day tale. The perfect book to keep Rebus fans clanging their tin cups against the prison bars, until the riot kicks off... STUART MACBRIDE, the Sunday Times Number One Bestseller Kept me up reading until long after midnight. Blew me away. Absolutely brilliant, as always. JILL MANSELL, the Sunday Times Bestseller Loved this tense, pacy thriller, jam-packed with action but also a surprising vulnerability. B. A. PARIS, the Sunday Times Bestseller**** PRAISE FOR THE ICONIC NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER IAN RANKIN: Ian Rankin is a genius LEE CHILD Rebus is one of British crime writing s greatest characters: alongside Holmes, Poirot and Morse DAILY MAIL Whatever he writes, it will be worth reading ... Rankin has redefined the genre GUARDIAN The arrival of a Rankin novel remains one of life s pleasures EXPRESS Rankin is a phenomenon SPECTATOR Worthy of Agatha Christie at her best SCOTSMAN The king of crime fiction SUNDAY EXPRESS Great fiction, full stop THE TIMES**** Ian Rankin s A HEART FULL OF HEADSTONES was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 10th October 2022 and w/c 1st May 2023

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A Schools Edition of Men Should Weep by Scottish playwright Ena Lamont Stewart, a popular set text for SQA Higher English.Set in the 1930s, Men Should Weep centres on the challenges faced by the Morrison family. This riveting portrayal of life in Glasgow s slums explores themes such as poverty, love and the role of women.This edition includes:- An educational introduction with an overview of the play and playwright- The full playscript- Notes on the text, key quotations and questions to improve students understanding of the play- Tasks and activities designed to support study/revision and build the skills of analysis and evaluation- Assessment advice for the Critical Reading question paper

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Follow the hilarious misadventures of Ian Moore and his family as their search for serenity in rural France leads them on a journey of chaos, commotion and comedyComedian, mod and professional grump Ian Moore has had enough. Tired of being unable to park anywhere near his cramped house in a noisy town he doesn t like, he hatches a plan to move his wife and young son to a remote corner of the Loire Valley in search of serenity and space. Several years later, Ian finds himself up to his neck in bilingual offspring, feral cats, promiscuous horses, dysfunctional spaniels and needy hens; he s wrestling with electric fences, a foreign language, a mountain of animal waste and a wife who collects livestock like there s a biblical flood on the horizon, all while trying not to dirty his pristine loafers.But despite the ups, downs and increasing demands of Ian s showbiz career, the Moore family persevere in true Brit style to create a unique, colourful and ultimately rewarding life in their new home - Ã la campagne!

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The practice of yoga promises peace, self-realisation and release, thanks to the power of its mystic Indian origins. But what if this is just hype? In Fascist Yoga, Stewart Home sweeps away the half-truths to tell a new origin story of the world s first modern yogi – a Californian escapologist who added some Hindu fairy dust to gym and circus exercises. Ever since, the world of yoga has been full of grifters, occultists and white supremacists, all out to exploit and recruit via the medium of exercise.From cult leaders to brainwashed followers, TV celebrities and fake gurus, the story of yoga has involved some of the strangest currents of humanity. Today, the COVID pandemic has activated elements within the modern yoga movement to espouse far-right conspiracies, and QAnon s fascist political programmes mirror some of yoga s key early proponents. In this new exposé, Stewart Home shows that nothing is sacred.

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The Essential, New York Times⠓Bestselling Guide to Botany and Booze ⠜A book that makes familiar drinks seem new again . . . Through this horticultural lens, a mixed drink becomes a cornucopia of plants.⠝⠔NPR s Morning Edition ⠜Amy Stewart has a way of making gardening seem exciting, even a little dangerous.⠝ ⠔The New York Times Sake began with a grain of rice. Scotch emerged from barley, tequila from agave, rum from sugarcane, bourbon from corn. Thirsty yet? In The Drunken Botanist, Amy Stewart explores the dizzying array of herbs, flowers, trees, fruits, and fungi that humans have, through ingenuity, inspiration, and sheer desperation, contrived to transform into alcohol over the centuries.Of all the extraordinary and obscure plants that have been fermented and distilled, a few are dangerous, some are downright bizarre, and one is as ancient as dinosaurs⠔but each represents a unique cultural contribution to our global drinking traditions and our history.This fascinating concoction of biology, chemistry, history, etymology, and mixology⠔with more than fifty drink recipes and a new section on how to grow your very own cocktail garden⠔will make you the most popular guest at any cocktail party.

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An indispensable citizen⠙s guide to the anti-democratic MAGA Right in America . . . This is a vibrant ideological ecosystem but Stewart explains why the vast majority of Americans must reject its dark vision and defeat its politicians. ⠓Congressman Jamie RaskinThe acclaimed author of The Power Worshippers exposes the inner workings of the ⠜engine of unreason⠝ roiling American culture and politics. Why have so many Americans turned against democracy? In this deeply reported book, Katherine Stewart takes us to conferences of conspiracy-mongers, backroom strategy gatherings, and services at extremist churches, and profiles the people who want to tear it all down. She introduces us to reactionary Catholic activists, atheist billionaires, pseudo-Platonist intellectuals, self-appointed apostles of Jesus, disciples of Ayn Rand, women-hating opponents of ⠜the gynocracy,⠝ pronatalists preoccupied with the dearth of white babies, Covid truthers, militia members masquerading as ⠜concerned moms⠝ and battalions of spirit warriors who appear to be inventing a new style of religion even as they set about attacking democracy at its foundations. Along the way, she provides a compelling analysis of the authoritarian reaction in the United States. She demonstrates that the movement relies on several distinct constituencies, with very different and often conflicting agendas. Stewart⠙s reporting and comprehensive political analysis helps reframe the conversation about the moral collapse of conservatism in America and points the way forward toward a democratic future.

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MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS, Metric, 9th Edition, provides you with the strongest foundation for a STEM future. James Stewartâ ™s Calculus, Metric series is the top-seller in the world because of its problem-solving focus, mathematical precision and accuracy, and outstanding examples and problem sets. Selected and mentored by Stewart, Daniel Clegg and Saleem Watson continue his legacy and their careful refinements retain Stewartâ ™s clarity of exposition and make the 9th edition an even more usable learning tool. The accompanying WebAssign includes helpful learning support and new resources like Explore It interactive learning modules. Showing that Calculus is both practical and beautiful, the Stewart approach and WebAssign resources enhance understanding and build confidence for millions of students worldwide.

Objev podobné jako Multivariable Calculus, Metric Edition - Stewart James, Daniel K. Clegg, Saleem Watson

It was supposed to be a holiday. Brigadier Alistair Lethbridge-Stewart and his fiancée, Fiona, certainly deserved one. A steamer down the Nile and a guided tour of the ruins and artefacts of Ancient Egypt should have been perfect. Then things went wrong: attacks on the passengers, secrecy, bizarre behaviour and a voice in Lethbridge-Stewart s head.

Objev podobné jako Lethbridge-Stewart: Warriors of Montu - Gareth Madgwick

SINGLE VARIABLE CALCULUS: EARLY TRANSCENDENTALS, Metric, 9th Edition, provides you with the strongest foundation for a STEM future. James Stewartâ ™s Calculus, Metric series is the top-seller in the world because of its problem-solving focus, mathematical precision and accuracy, and outstanding examples and problem sets. Selected and mentored by Stewart, Daniel Clegg and Saleem Watson continue his legacy and their careful refinements retain Stewartâ ™s clarity of exposition and make the 9th edition an even more usable learning tool. The accompanying WebAssign includes helpful learning support and new resources like Explore It interactive learning modules. Showing that Calculus is both practical and beautiful, the Stewart approach and WebAssign resources enhance understanding and build confidence for millions of students worldwide.

Objev podobné jako Single Variable Calculus - Stewart James, Daniel K. Clegg, Saleem Watson

WINNER OF THE UKLA BOOK AWARDS 2021 #39;Funny and heartfelt with a cunning twist. Stewart Foster is a grandmaster #39; – ROSS WELFORD #39;An inspirational underdog story and a chilling mystery! A winning combination #39; – DAVID SOLOMONSSome people think that I’m a problem child, that I’m lazy and never pay attention in lessons. But the thing is, I’m not a problem child at all. I’m just a child with a problem. Felix is struggling at school. His ADHD makes it hard for him to concentrate and his grades are slipping. Everyone keeps telling him to try harder, but no one seems to understand just how hard he finds it. When Mum suggests Felix spends time with his grandfather, Felix can’t think of anything worse. Granddad hasn’t been the same since Grandma died. Plus he’s always trying to teach Felix boring chess. But sometimes the best lessons come in the most unexpected of places, and Granddad soon shows Felix that there’s everything to play for. Praise for ALL THE THINGS THAT COULD GO WRONG #39;A moving, humane, funny portrait of two very different boys discovering what connects us all. #39; Kiran Milwood Hargrave, author ofThe Girl of Ink and Stars ‘It’s amazing!’ Ross Welford, author of Time Travelling with a Hamster #39;I loved it. #39; Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy #39;A touching, funny, gripping read that tackles important issues in a sensitive and thoroughly enjoyable way. Highly recommended. #39; Stuart Robinson, author of If Ever I Fall #39;A timely story of courage and reminder of what we all share. #39; Christopher Edge, author ofThe Many Worlds of Albie Bright #39;Powerful and warm ... this will linger long in the mind. #39; Guardian Praise for THE BUBBLE BOY, winner of the Sainsbury #39;s Children #39;s Book Award in 2016 ‘Poignant, hopeful and heartbreaking.’ Fiona Noble – Children’s Editor, The Bookseller #39;Deeply moving and utterly gripping . . . Stewart Foster carries off an astonishing feat of storytelling in this exceptional book #39; Julia Eccleshare, lovereading.co.uk ‘A gripping and deeply moving book.’ Jamila Gavin, author of Coram Boy #39;One thing we know about good books is their amazing ability to inspire empathy in the reader; to explore ideas and viewpoints that arise from experiences that are out of our own realm. The Bubble Boy does this with warmth, quirkiness and a light-hearted touch. #39; Guardian

Objev podobné jako Check Mates - Stewart Foster

So this is permanence, edited by Jon Savage with a foreword by Deborah Curtis, presents the intensely personal writings of one of the most enigmatic and influential songwriters and performers of the late twentieth century, Joy Division s Ian Curtis. The songs of Joy Division, infused with the energy of punk but steeped in a resigned longing, were born of Manchester in the late seventies - a once flourishing industrial city in decline. They were the songs too of Ian Curtis s inner tragedies, as he battled depression, epilepsy and debilitating stage fright. Ian Curtis committed suicide in 1980, on the eve of the band s first American tour. Interspersed with the lyrics are previously unpublished facsimile pages of Ian s notebooks, which throw his highly emotive lyrics into fascinating relief and cast light on the creative process of this singularly poetic songwriter.

Objev podobné jako So This is Permanence - Ian Curtis

Celebrate twenty years of The Edge Chronicles with this thrilling conclusion to Stewart and Riddellâ ™s multi-bestselling epic fantasy series!Cade Quarter has spent the last few years of his life running from an enemy heâ ™s never even met â “ the ruthless and power-hungry High Professor of Flight, Quove Lentis. But Quoveâ ™s deadly agenda has finally caught up with Cade, and now he must leave his home and flee once more, this time to the legendary floating city of New Sanctaphrax. But even reuniting with his uncle, Nate Quarter, isnâ ™t the end of Cadeâ ™s troubles â “ and now, more than ever, he must find the courage to defy his enemies, unite his friends, and unlock the secrets of descending. The Descenders is the third and final book in the Cade trilogy - the fifth and final saga in Stewart and Riddellâ ™s internationally bestselling series, The Edge Chronicles, which has featured on the Times and New York Times bestseller lists, and sold more than 3 million copies. 2018 marks twenty years of the series, now complete with thirteen titles across five separate but interlinking sagas.

Objev podobné jako The Edge Chronicles: The Descenders - Paul Stewart, Chris Riddell