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Italo Calvino s enchanting stories about the evolution of the universe, with characters that are fashioned from mathematical formulae and cellular structures, The Complete Cosmicomics is translated by Martin McLaughlin, Tim Parks and William Weaver in Penguin Modern Classics. Naturally, we were all there, - dld Qfwfq said, - where else could we have been? Nobody knew then that there could be space. Or time either: what use did we have for time, packed in there like sardines? The Cosmicomics tell the story of the history of the universe, from the big bang, through millennia and across galaxies. It is witnessed through the eyes of cosmic know-it-all Qfwfq, an exuberant, chameleon-like figure, who takes the shape of a dinosaur, a mollusc, a steamer captain and a moon milk gatherer, among others. This is the first complete edition in English of Italo Calvino s funny, whimsical and delightful stories, which blend scientific fact, flights of fancy, parody and wordplay to show the strangeness and the wonders of the world. Italo Calvino (1923-1985), one of Italy s finest postwar writers, has delighted readers around the world with his deceptively simple, fable-like stories. Calvino was born in Cuba and raised in San Remo, Italy; he fought for the Italian Resistance from 1943-45. Among his other works published in Penguin Modern Classics are Italian Folktales, Hermit in Paris, Into the War, The Path to the Spiders Nests, Numbers in the Dark, Six Memos for the Next Millennium and Why Read the Classics?If you liked The Complete Cosmicomics, you might enjoy Jorge Luis Borges Fictions, also available in Penguin Modern Classics. The complete and definitive collection ... a masterpiece Gilbert Adair, Evening Standard Dazzling ... a book of revelation Tim Adams, Observer If you have never read Cosmicomics, you have before you the most joyful reading experience of your life Salman Rushdie A landmark in fiction, the work of a master Ursula K Le Guin, Guardian

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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world s greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. Celebrating the range and diversity of Penguin Classics, they take us from snowy Japan to springtime Vienna, from haunted New England to a sun-drenched Mediterranean island, and from a game of chess on the ocean to a love story on the moon. Beautifully designed and printed, these collectible editions are bound in colourful, tactile cloth and stamped with foil. Twelve enchanting and fantastical stories about the evolution of the universe from the giant of Italian literature, Italo Calvino. His characters - whether human, dinosaur or mollusc - disport themselves among galaxies, experience the solidification of planets, move from aquatic to terrestrial existence, play games with hydrogen atoms - and have time for a love life.

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An indispensable writer ... Calvino, possesses the power of seeing into the deepest recesses of human minds and then bringing their dreams to life Salman RushdieThe difference between life and literature; the good intentions of holiday reading; the avante-garde; the fate of the novel; the fantastical; the art of translation: these are just some of the ideas in The Written World and the Unwritten World. A collection of essays, articles, interviews, correspondence, notes and other occasional pieces on writing, reading and interpreting books, this work gives us new insight into Italo Calvino s expansive, curious and generous mind.Translated by Ann Goldstein

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Words connect the visible track to the invisible thing ... like a fragile makeshift bridge cast across the void With imagination and wit, Italo Calvino sought to define the virtues of the great literature of the past in order to shape the values of the future. His effervescent last works, left unfinished at his death, were the Charles Eliot Norton lectures, which he was due to deliver at Harvard in 1985-86. These surviving drafts explore the literary concepts closest to his heart: Lightness, Quickness, Multiplicity, Exactitude and Visibility (Constancy was to be the sixth), in serious yet playful essays that reveal his debt to the comic strip and the folktale. This collection, now in a fluent and supple new translation, is a brilliant précis of a great writer whose legacy will endure through the millennium he addressed.Translated by Geoffrey Brock The book I give most to people is Six Memos for the Next Millennium Ali Smith Wonderful . . . full of wit and erudition Daily Telegraph

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I went down, I climbed back up into the light of the jaguar sun – into the sea of the green sap of the leaves. The world spun, I plunged down, my throat cut by the knife of the king-priest … The solar energy coursed along dense networks of blood and chlorophyll; I was living and dying in all the fibers of what is chewed and digested and in all the fibers that absorb the sun

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The lone novel by a Latin American author of very short fiction (praised as “the most beautiful stories in the world” by Italo Calvino)—an antic, metafictional send-up of the Mexican literary scene told through the unreliable recollections of an aging critic’s friends, relatives, and attendants.The one and only novel by the renowned Guatemalan writer Augusto Monterroso—Latin America’s most expansive miniaturist, whose tiny, acid, and bracingly surreal narratives Italo Calvino dubbed “the most beautiful stories in the world”—The Rest Is Silence presents the reader with the kaleidoscopic portrait of a provincial Mexican literary critic, one Eduardo Torres, a sort of Don Quixote of the Sunday supplements, whose colossal misreadings are matched only by the scale of his vanity.Presented in the form of a festschrift for the aging writer, this rollicking metafiction offers up a bouquet of highly unreliable reminiscences by Torres’s friends, relations, and servants (their accounts skewed by envy, ignorance, and sheer malice), along with a generous selection of the savant’s own comically botched attempts at “criticism.”Monterroso’s narrative is a ludicrous dissection of literary self-conceit, a (Groucho) Marxian skewering of the Mexican literary landscape, and perhaps a wry self-portrait by an author who is profoundly sensible of just how high the stakes of the art of criticism really are—and, consequently, of just how far it has to fall.

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Pin is a bawdy, adolescent cobbler s assistant, both arrogant and insecure who - while the Second World War rages - sings songs and tells jokes to endear himself to the grown-ups of his town - particularly jokes about his sister, who they all know as the town s mattress . Among those his sister sleeps with is a German sailor, and Pin dares to steal his pistol, hiding it among the spiders nests in an act of rebellion that entangles him in the adults war.Italo Calvino, one of Italy s finest postwar writers, has delighted readers around the world with his deceptively simple, fable-like stories. He was born in Cuba in 1923 and raised in San Remo, Italy; he fought for the Italian Resistance from 1943-45. His major works include Cosmicomics (1968), Invisible Cities (1972), and If on a winter s night a traveler (1979). He died in Siena in 1985. Martin L. McLaughlin is Professor of Italian and Fiat-Serena Professor of Italian Studies at the University of Oxford where he is a Fellow of Magdalen College. In addition to his published academic works he is the English translator of Umberto Eco and Italo Calvino among many others.

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Set in Italy in the summer of 1940, this trio of stories explores the relationships between the different generations caught up in the war as well as Calvino s own experiences as a teenager. In the title story, Into the War , we are given an insight into what life was really like for those too young to be conscripted into Mussolini s army, while in The Avanguardisti in Menton , Calvino and his friends take a revealingly anti-climactic trip to the garrisoned French town of Menton, the sole Italian conquest of the early months of the conflict. The final story, UNPA Nights , is a touching, comic tale of friendship in a blackout, where the narrator s imagination wanders as he roams through the seedier parts of the darkened town instead of guarding the school buildings. Into the War is Calvino at his autobiographical best, combining brilliantly recollected memory with compelling wit and perfect prose.

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These early short stories brim with the beauty of the Italian countryside and seaside, telling tales both sumptuous and unnerving.Calvino s war-torn Italy is vivid, intense, almost hyper-real. A trio of greedy burglars rob a pastry shop, a boy offers a girl presents of toads and insects from the garden, a wealthy family invites a rustic goatherd to lunch, only to mock him. In every story he reveals the hidden meaning beneath the surface of everyday life, and the ludicrousness of war.Some stories from Last Comes the Raven have been previously available in the collection Adam, One Afternoon. This new expanded collection includes several stories newly translated by Ann Goldstein and is an important addition to Calvino s legacy. In Last Comes the Raven, a collection of early stories, we find the man behind the magician New Yorker

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Italo Calvino in Collection of Sand claimed that the brain begins in the eye . The essays collected here display his fascination with the visual universe, in which the things we see tell a truth about the world. With encyclopedic knowledge and engaging curiosity, Calvino writes about such diverse subjects as the imaginative pleasures of maps, bizarre exhibitions and the earliest forms of written language. Books and paintings provoke discussions of artistic motivation, while descriptions of a meticulous Japanese garden, Trajan s column crumbling to dust or a Mexican temple smothered by the jungle lead to contemplations on space, time and civilization. Surprising and profound, Collection of Sand provides a glimpse into the mind of a master of the magination.Italo Calvino, one of Italy s finest postwar writers, has delighted readers around the world with his deceptively simple, fable-like stories. Calvino was born in Cuba in 1923 and raised in San Remo, Italy; he fought for the Italian Resistance from 1943-45. He died in Siena in 1985, of a brain hemorrhage.Martin L. McLaughlin is Professor of Italian and Fiat-Serena Professor of Italian Studies at the University of Oxford where he is a Fellow of Magdalen College. He is the English translator of Umberto Eco and Italo Calvino among many others.

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Why Read the Classics? is an elegant defence of the value of great literature by one of the finest authors of the last century. Beginning with an essay on the attributes that define a classic (number one - classics are those books that people always say they are rereading , not reading ), this is an absorbing collection of Italo Calvino s witty and passionate criticism.

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Palomar je poslední větší próza Itala Calvina a i zde se autor rozhodl pro originální experiment. Kapitoly této knihy bychom mohli vnímat jako básně v próze, ale spíše je lze označit za křížence románu nebo básně s esejem. V Calvinově díle má jejich titulní protagonista, pan Palomar, četné předchůdce - rozmanité komentátory a spekulativní talenty. Ti všichni jsou, stejně jako on, velkými pozorovateli světa, protože pozorování věcí je podle Calvina naším základním úkolem. Pan Palomar však chce svět nejen uvidět a pochopit, ale také popsat a vyjádřit: chce jej proměnit v slova. Lze se ale světa zmocnit autentickým, avšak subjektivním pohledem? Spočívá pravda o světě v bezprostřednosti okamžiku? A jak uchopit svět nepsaný ? Sám Calvino charakterizoval tuto svou knihu následovně: Jistý muž se vydá na cestu, aby krok za krokem dosáhl moudrosti. Dosud nedorazil k cíli.

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Ve slavné knize Itala Calvina Neviditelná města vypráví Marco Polo na dvoře Kublaj chána postupně o městech, nazvaných exotickými ženskými jmény; vypráví o místech, která navštívil, i těch imaginárních, která nejsou na žádné mapě. Přesně odměřenými slovy popisuje krajiny a města, jejichž znaky a tvary, věže, mosty, domy, ulice jsou nám povědomé, jako by zhmotňovaly naše zkušenosti, poznatky a sny. V Markově podání jsou všechna města variantou téhož modelu - jeho rodných Benátek. Jejich podoba je neomezená, může mít tolik odlišných tváří, kolik jich má sám život ve svém trvání, zániku i věčné obnově. Calvino rozkládá představu prapůvodního města na jedenáct motivů, které navzájem kombinuje a začleňuje do komplexní struktury, jež má odrážet půdorys labyrintu současného světa.

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I can think of no finer writer to have beside me while Italy explodes, Britain burns, while the world ends Salman RushdieFrom the age of twelve, the Baron Cosimo Piovasco di Rondo makes his home among ash, elm, magnolia, plum and almond, living up in the trees. He walks through paths made from the twisted branches of olive, makes his bed in a holly oak, bathes in a fountain constructed from poplar bark. An aerial library holds the books with which he educates himself in philosophy and mathematics. Suspended among the leaves, the Baron adventures with bandits and pirates, conducts a passionate love affair, and watches the Age of Enlightenment pass by beneath him. The most magically ingenious of the contemporary Italian novelists The Times

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Tematicky i stylisticky různorodé povídky souboru Nesnadné idyly, jenž v českém překladu vychází poprvé, spojuje soustředěná vnímavost ke všemu, čím člověk o sobě vypovídá a čím věci vypovídají o člověku. Úvodní texty jsou vzpomínkami na krajinu dětství, na Ligurii - magický prostor mezi mořem a skalami. Zároveň jsou nejzřetelnějším dokladem lyrického základu calvinovského realismu , jedinečného daru básnického vidění, schopnosti předávat slovem neobyčejně přesné, čisté a emocionálně působivé obrazy. Další povídky evokují zkušenost odboje, války a násilí a bývají charakterizovány jako vyprávění s prvky napětí a hrůzy. Jiné čerpají z poválečného chaosu a zachycují obyčejné hrdiny s jejich primitivními touhami. Řada textů si pohrává s pohádkovou topikou a zvláštní blok pak představují povídky o prosťáčku Marcovaldovi, ve kterých je zobrazen fenomén moderního velkoměsta. Nesnadné idyly dokazují, že Italo Calvino je i v rámci maupassantovsko-čechovovské povídkové tradice zcela výjimečným autorem.

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V Nesnadných vzpomínkách zobrazuje Italo Calvino proměnu italské společnosti a vztahů mezi generacemi - mezi otci hospodáři a vykořeněnými syny. Povídky z venkovského prostředí Ligurie, ve kterých je tematizován poválečný rozklad tradičních hodnot a společenství, jsou doplněny prózami, v nichž se autor vrátil do let svého dospívání. Vzpomíná na klíčové okamžiky, jež podmínily jeho příští životní volby: na vyhlášení války, brutální anexi francouzského Mentonu a na první zkušenost s válečným chaosem. Přestože mnohdy nese líčení rozchodu se starým světem příznak trpkosti a rozčarování, nepostrádají jeho povídky ani komický ráz a znovu jen potvrzují Calvinovo vypravěčské mistrovství

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Kosmické grotesky vznikaly v šedesátých letech 20. století a Italo Calvino jimi definitivně opouštěl klasické vyprávěcí postupy, neboť patřil k autorům, kteří neustále propátrávají nové cesty. Výchozím materiálem těchto povídek tentokrát nebyly lidské příběhy, nýbrž astrofyzikální a matematické teorie o vzniku vesmíru, fyzikální či genetické objevy a také filozofické spekulace. To vše nám zprostředkovává proteovský vypravěč jménem Qfwfq, jenž je - ve svých nekonečných proměnách - obrazem samotného vesmíru. Qfwfq je nejprve soustředěn v bodu, z něhož v důsledku velkého třesku vznikne kosmos, posléze koluje vesmírem jako shluk atomů, je minerálem, podílí se na vývoji druhů, v jisté fázi je mimo jiné i dinosaurem. Rozpomíná se na miliardy let trvající historii světa a to, co si vybavuje, je velmi mnohotvárné a také nanejvýš podivuhodné… Předkládaný nový český překlad poprvé přináší kompletní vydání těchto kosmikomických příběhů.

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Marcovaldo is an enchanting collection of twenty stories that are both melancholy and funny, farce and fantasy. Calvino charts the struggles of an Italian peasant to reconcile country habits with urban life, combining comical disasters with a surrealistic view of city life through the eyes of an outsider. As always with Calvino, nothing is quite as it seems. Delightful and rewarding as always Observer The most magically ingenious of the contemporary Italian novelists The Times

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Time is a catastrophe, perpetual and irreversible. Science and fiction interweave delightfully in these playful Cosmicomic short stories. Penguin Modern: fifty new books celebrating the pioneering spirit of the iconic Penguin Modern Classics series, with each one offering a concentrated hit of its contemporary, international flavour. Here are authors ranging from Kathy Acker to James Baldwin, Truman Capote to Stanislaw Lem and George Orwell to Shirley Jackson; essays radical and inspiring; poems moving and disturbing; stories surreal and fabulous; taking us from the deep South to modern Japan, New York s underground scene to the farthest reaches of outer space.

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Román Když jedné zimní noci cestující je rafinovaným beletristickým dílem, je to kniha o knihách , i o sobě samé. Kombinují se zde dvě narativní linky - tou první je příběh Čtenáře a Čtenářky, druhou tvoří úvodní kapitoly deseti románů, které se mezi sebou rozmanitými způsoby proplétají, a tím vyvolávají napětí a neustále živí čtenářovu zvědavost. Calvinovi se tak do struktury jednoho románu podařilo zakomponovat fragmenty různých prozaických žánrů, které napodobuje a paroduje. Četba této neobvyklé knihy vyvolává otázky po vztahu psaného a nepsaného , literatury a skutečnosti či autora a čtenáře, ale zároveň se stává zábavným literárním dobrodružstvím.

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Viscount Medardo is bisected by a Turkish cannonball on the plains of Bohemia; Baron Cosimo, at the age of twelve, retires to the trees for the rest of his days; Charlemagne s knight, Agiluf, is an empty suit of armour. These three vivid images are the points of departure for Calvino s classic triptych of moral tales, now published in one volume and all displaying the exuberant talent of a master storyteller. The most magically ingenious of the contemporary Italian novelists The Times

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Meticulously selected and artfully recreated, the selection of stories in Italian is vast and ranges geographically from Corsica and Sicily to Venice and the Alps. Calvino is himself clearly captivated by the folkloric imagination and communicates this in what is a fascinating and rich addition to folk literature.

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A spectacular display of this key European writer s early workThis dazzling collection of stories follows the individual adventures of a varied cast of characters and masterfully illustrates Calvino s unique perspective and narrative gifts. As well as the thirteen tales from his Difficult Loves collection this volume also includes Smog , A Plunge into Real Estate and The Argentine Ant . The quirkiness and grace of the writing, the originality of the imagination at work, the occasional incandescence of vision, and a certain loveable nuttiness make this collection well worth reading Margaret Atwood If this is not a masterpiece of twentieth-century prose writing, I cannot think of anything better Gore Vidal on The Argentine Ant

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“I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but I see you are unarmed.” —William ShakespeareArm yourself with this volume from the Knickerbocker Classics series, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, including 17 comedies, 10 histories, 10 tragedies, and all the poems and sonnets of the world s most influential writer. This collection includes poems and plays that were not included in Shakespeare s First Folio of 1623 to make one complete, authentic collection. For Shakespeare and poetry fans worldwide, this stunning hardcover edition with its elegant cover is perfect for gift giving.The Complete Works of William Shakespeare contains essential reading like Hamlet, Romeo Juliet, King Lear, Othello, A Midsummer Night s Dream, Macbeth, Julius Caesar, and Henry V alongside many lesser-known gems for a complete Shakespearean education. The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true standouts in your personal library collection.Other titles in the series include: The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales, The Complete Novels of Jane Austen, The Complete Sherlock Holmes, The Complete Tales Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, and The Complete Tales of H.P. Lovecraft.

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Jane Austen revolutionized the literary romance, using it as a platform from which to address issues of gender politics and class consciousness among the British middle-class of the late eighteenth century. The novels included in this collection from the elegant Knickerbocker Classics series—Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma, Northanger Abbey, Persuasion, and Lady Susan—represent all of Austen #39;s complete novels, and provide the reader with an entrance into the world she and her memorable characters inhabited. With witty, unflinching morality, Austen portrays English middle-class life as the eighteenth century came to a close and the nineteenth century began. Austen #39;s heroines find happiness in many forms, each of the novels is a story of love and marriage—marriage for love, financial security, and for social status. In a publishing career that spanned less than ten years, her work brought her little personal fame and only a few positive reviews during her lifetime. It wasn #39;t until the 1940s that she became widely accepted in academia as a great English writer. The second half of the 20th century saw a proliferation of Austen scholarship and the emergence of a fan culture. Austen #39;s works continue to influence the course of the novel even as they charm readers today. The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true standouts in your personal library collection. Other titles in the series include: The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales, The Complete Sherlock Holmes, The Complete Tales Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Complete Tales of H.P. Lovecraft, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare.

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Part of the elegant Timeless Classics series, The Complete Sherlock Holmes is comprised of 4 full-length novels and 56 short stories featuring the world’s most famous pipe-smoking detective. For Sherlock Holmes fans worldwide, this stunning hardcover edition is perfect for gift giving.Written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle between the years 1867 and 1927, the legendary Sherlock Holmes employed his mastery of deductive reasoning and expert sleuthing to solve an array of complex and harrowing cases. From his home—221B Baker Street in London—the legendary Sherlock Holmes (accompanied by his loyal companion and chronicler, Dr. Watson) baffled policemen and became famous worldwide for his remarkable observations and even more eccentric habits.Featuring a foreword from renowned Holmes scholar Daniel Stashower, (author of A Teller of Tales: The Life of Arthur Conan Doyle and Sherlock Holmes in America), The Complete Sherlock Holmes contains every known Sherlock Holmes tale ever written. From Holmes’ first appearance in “A Study in Scarlet” (1887) and The Hound of the Baskervilles (1901–1902), through the collection of stories in the The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, this deluxe edition boasts the entire Holmes catalogue.The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true standouts in your personal library collection.Other titles in the series include: The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales, The Complete Novels of Jane Austen, The Complete Tales Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Complete Tales of H.P. Lovecraft, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare.

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Featuring 211 classic tales from the Brothers Grimm, including favorites such as Hansel and Gretel, Cinderella, The Frog Prince, Rapunzel, Snow White, and Rumpelstiltskin, The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales is accompanied by 40 color plates and 60 black-and-white illustrations from award-winning English illustrator Arthur Rackham, whose books and prints are now highly sought-after collectibles. Originally titled Children’s and Household Tales, The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales contains what have been the essential bedtime stories for children worldwide for over two centuries. The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm, were German linguists and cultural researchers who gathered legendary folklore and aimed to collect the stories exactly as they heard them. The fourth book in the Timeless Classics series from Rock Point has nearly 800 pages of classic fairy tales to enjoy and features a gorgeous deckled edge, ribbon marker, and foil and deboss details on a vibrantly colored case—a standout for your personal library collection. The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true standouts in your personal library collection. Other titles in the series include: The Complete Novels of Jane Austen, The Complete Sherlock Holmes, The Complete Tales Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Complete Tales of H.P. Lovecraft, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare.

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A must-have classic that every Lovecraft fan and collector will love. From the sumptuously designed Timeless Classics series, The Complete Tales of H.P. Lovecraft collects the author #39;s novel, four novellas, and fifty-three short stories. Written between the years 1917 and 1935, this collection features Lovecraft #39;s trademark fantastical creatures and supernatural thrills, as well as many horrific and cautionary science-fiction themes that have influenced some of today #39;s writers and filmmakers, including Stephen King, Alan Moore, F. Paul Wilson, Guillermo del Toro, and Neil Gaiman. Included in this volume are The Case of Charles Dexter Ward, The Call of Cthulhu, The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath, At the Mountains of Madness, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, The Colour Out of Space, The Dunwich Horror, and many more hair-raising tales. The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true standouts in your personal library collection. Other titles in the series include: The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales, The Complete Novels of Jane Austen, The Complete Sherlock Holmes, The Complete Tales Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare.

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Whether you re an experienced angler or have only just picked up a rod, this is an indispensable reference guide to fishing. The Complete Fishing Manual is your definitive guide to all things fishing, covering everything from strategies and techniques to bait, tackle, and kit. This manual will assist you every step of the way.Within the pages of this manual you ll find:- Fully illustrated with high-quality photography and illustrations - Information covering fishing techniques in all types of conditions and waters, from freshwater to saltwater- Essential advice on anatomy, behaviour, and habitats - Assistance from the very beginning all the way to the final catch, including getting your licence and reeling in your line- Step by step diagrams on how to prepare your rod for different types of fish - Includes how to fit and use different types of accessories to enhance your chances of catching fish- Diagnostic spreads go from symptom to solution - the manual will answer all of your fishing questions - The world s best fishing locations and the species you can find there Whether you re a pro, fly-fishing in the rivers of the UK or a novice figuring out the reel, this manual has all the information you need to plan your next fishing adventure. Vivid illustrations and detailed photographs draw you in, offer essential advice on anatomy, habitat and behaviour. Details of every fishing strategy and technique can be found within these pages, ensuring you are ever-ready. Casting your net further to the north of Italy and beautiful Spain, this book also takes you on a journey through the world s best fishing destinations, acquainting you with once-in-a-lifetime species found in this region. Complete the series:The Complete Manual series is an exciting, informative and vividly illustrated series of books. With titles such as The Complete Bike Owners Manual, The Complete Sailors Manual, and The Complete Gardener s Manual, this series offers a beautiful cross-section of titles for keen hobbyists.

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The Complete Companion for AQA A Level Year 2 5th edition Student Book delivers outstanding and up-to-date study, revision and exam-specific support. Written by leading authors Mike Cardwell and Cara Flanagan and reviewed by examiners, this book has a proven track record with The Complete Companions celebrating 15 years of companionship to teachers and learners in 2018. The comprehensive, thorough and exceptionally clear coverage of AQA s A Level specifications will help turn understanding of psychology into even better exam performance. Following a thorough review of the latest examiners reports, the assessment information has been enhanced throughout to ensure this 5th edition gives the best and most up-to-date support. In addition, the evaluation sections and sample answers with examiner comments have been remodelled to give crystal clear exam signposting and guidance so you can easily digest the advice needed to achieve your best results. This book covers Research Methods (Year 2), Issues and debates and the optional topics (Relationships, Gender, Cognition and development, Schizophrenia, Eating behaviour, Stress, Aggression, Forensic Psychology, and Addiction). Other titles include: The Complete Companions: A Level Year 1 and AS Psychology Student Book (Fifth Edition) The Complete Companions: A Level and AS Kerboodle for AQA PsychologyA range of exam workbooks and revision guides is also available.

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Matched to our bestselling and trusted The Complete Companions Student Books, and AQA s A Level examination requirements this Revision Guide has been written and reviewed by examiners, providing you with clear, focussed coverage of everything you need to know so you can approach your exams confident of success.Recap key AO1 knowledge and AO3 discussion/evaluation points with just the right amount of information for each topic to consolidate your knowledge and understanding. Apply what you know with targeted revision activities that rehearse key examination skills and guide you through answering every question type you might face. Review and track revision with suggested consolidation activities to embed your learning. Perfect for use alongside the Student Book or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision, this colourful Revision Guide helps you Recap, Apply, Review and ultimately Succeed at A Level Psychology.Other titles include:The Complete Companions: A Level Year 1/AS Psychology Revision Guide for AQAThe Complete Companions: A Level Year 1/AS Psychology Student BookThe Complete Companions: A Level Year 2 Psychology Student BookThe Complete Companions: Paper 1 Exam Workbook for AQAThe Complete Companions: Paper 2 Exam Workbook for AQAWorkbooks to support A Level Paper 3 optional topics also available.

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Matched to our bestselling and trusted The Complete Companions Student Books, and AQA s AS and A Level examination requirements this Revision Guide has been written and reviewed by examiners, providing you with clear, focussed coverage of everything you need to know so you can approach your exams confident of success.Recap key AO1 knowledge and AO3 discussion/evaluation points with just the right amount of information for each topic to consolidate your knowledge and understanding. Apply what you know with targeted revision activities that rehearse key examination skills and guide you through answering every question type you might face. Review and track revision with suggested consolidation activities to embed your learning. Perfect for use alongside the Student Book or as a stand-alone resource for independent revision, this colourful Revision Guide helps you Recap, Apply, Review and ultimately Succeed at AS or A Level Psychology.Other titles include:The Complete Companions: A Level Year 2 Psychology Revision Guide for AQAThe Complete Companions: A Level Year 1/AS Psychology Student BookThe Complete Companions: A Level Year 2 Psychology Student BookThe Complete Companions: Paper 1 Exam Workbook for AQAThe Complete Companions: Paper 2 Exam Workbook for AQAWorkbooks to support A Level Paper 3 optional topics also available.

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The essential reference for anyone interested in offshore sailing and ocean passages. Following on from his bestselling The Complete Day Skipper and The Complete Yachtmaster, yachting legend Tom Cunliffe turns his attentions to the third strand of the RYA syllabus. With the same hugely popular, highly practical approach, The Complete Ocean Skipper covers everything a sailor needs to know when planning and preparing for an offshore cruise or ocean passage: - Preparation: types of suitable boat, choice of rig, engine power, safety equipment, communication systems, crew preparation - On passage: ocean weather systems, forecasting, deck routines, watchkeeping, self-steering, emergencies, heavy weather techniques - Ocean navigation: electronic as well as celestialThe second edition of this definitive handbook is fully updated, with new and revised content on multihulls, autopilots, radar, anchoring and software.The Complete Ocean Skipper goes beyond the theory of the RYA syllabus to ensure that readers are equipped with the knowledge of both what to do and how to go about it, in whatever circumstances. A veteran offshore yachtsman as well as an RYA examiner, Tom Cunliffe brings his experience to bear and packs this must-have guide with invaluable hands-on advice for offshore and coastal sailors alike. With clear, helpful colour photographs and diagrams throughout, this is the essential book for anyone planning for or dreaming about sailing further afield.

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â ˜Rodenâ ™s great gift is to conjure up not just a cuisine but the culture from which it springsâ ™ 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.

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Including a previously-unpublished story The Bargain , Truman Capote s The Complete Stories is the first ever complete collection stories from one of the masters of American literature, and the author of Breakfast at Tiffany s. This Penguin Classics edition includes an introduction by Reynolds Price.Passionate, perceptive and eloquent, the short stories of Truman Capote are amon the greatest works of twentieth-century American fiction. This new collection gathers them all together for the first time: from early, eerie Southern Gothic tales such as Miriam and The Headless Hawk , to the brilliantly evocative Children On Their Birth-days and the tenderly autobiographical A Christmas Memory - an affectionate portrayal of Capote s own Alabama upbringing. Whether describing the Deep South of his childhood, or considering city life with the penetrating gaze of an outsider - as in Among the Paths to Eden and the hitherto unpublished The Bargain - these stories rank among Capote s finest work: acutely observed tales from a unique and brilliant mind.Truman Capote (1924-84) was born in New Orleans. He left school when he was fifteen and subsequently worked for The New Yorker, which provided his first - and last - regular job. He wrote both fiction and non-fiction - short stories, novels and novellas, travel writing, profiles, reportage, memoirs, plays and films; his other works include In Cold Blood (1965), Music for Chameleons (1980) and Answered Prayers (1986), all of which are published in Penguin Modern Classics.If you enjoyed The Complete Stories, you might like Capote s Breakfast at Tiffany s, also available in Penguin Modern Classics. One of the century s greatest storytellers Independent on Sunday

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The Penguin Complete Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle are the complete adventures of the original and best detective, containing four novels and fifty-six short stories about the most engaging detective of all time, with a foreword by crime writer Ruth Rendell. The detective Sherlock Holmes - who continues to enthral millions in film and TV adaptations starring actors like Robert Downey Jr and Benedict Cumberbatch - was the creation of Arthur Conan Doyle, whose crime stories have thrilled readers for well over a century. Sherlock Holmes is not only the most famous character in crime fiction, but arguably the most famous character in all fiction. In sixty adventures that pit his extraordinary wits and courage against foreign spies, blackmailers, cultists, petty thieves, murderers, swindlers, policemen (both stupid and clever), and his arch-nemesis Moriarty, Sherlock Holmes, together with his faithful sidekick Doctor John H. Watson, proves himself to be not only the quintessential detective but also the most engaging and entertaining company any reader could ask for. The Penguin Complete Sherlock Holmes allows readers to experience the entire case-history of Holmes and Dr. Watson from start to finish - the stories that have spawned such infamous characters as the devilish Moriarty, the devious Irene Adler and, of course, the legendary hound of the Baskervilles . . . This edition includes a foreword written by crime writer Ruth Rendell.

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The Only College Guide You ll Ever NeedFind Meaning, Growth, and Joy in Your College JourneyThe Complete U is a supportive, real-world guide to thriving in college—academically, socially, and emotionally. With warmth, humor, and deep insight, Dr. Deborah J. Cohan delivers over 100 empowering lessons to help students navigate every aspect of campus life.The Complete U is your empowering, honest, and compassionate guide to navigating every step of the college experience. With over 100 lessons from sociologist and beloved professor Dr. Deborah J. Cohan, this transformative book offers the wisdom, support, and practical strategies every student needs to succeed in and beyond the classroom.Whether you’re a first-year student or preparing to graduate, this book is like a trusted mentor, cheering you on while offering real talk about everything from picking a major to building mental resilience. From managing course loads and professors to making friends, coping with anxiety, and defining your purpose, The Complete U helps you grow not only as a student—but as a person.Inside, you’ll find:Practical advice for every aspect of college life—from homesickness and time management to healthy relationships and stress relief.Supportive lessons for mental, emotional, and academic well-being, especially tailored to modern challenges like social media burnout, identity, and uncertainty.Lively reflections and real stories from students and parents, offering encouragement and insight in equal measure.Your College Compass and Survival ToolkitIf you liked The Anxious Generation, The Freshman Survival Guide, or The Naked Roommate, then you ll love The Complete U.

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Mr Palomar is a delightful eccentric whose chief activity is looking at things. He is seeking knowledge; it is only after you have come to know the surface of things that you can venture to seek what is underneath . Whether contemplating a fine cheese, a hungry gecko, a woman sunbathing topless or a flight of migrant starlings, Mr Palomar s observations render the world afresh. Beautifully nimble, solitary feats of imagination Seamus Heaney Beguiling Time

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The last book on AI you’ll ever need. We swear!AI technology moves so fast that this book is probably already out of date! But don’t worry—The Complete Obsolete Guide to Generative AI is still an essential read for anyone who wants to make generative AI into a tool rather than a toy. It shows you how to get the best out of AI no matter what changes come in the future. You’ll be able to use common automation and scripting tools to take AI to a new level, and access raw (and powerful) GPT models via API. Inside The Complete Obsolete Guide to Generative AI you will find:• Just enough background info on AI! What an AI model is how it works • Ways to create text, code, and images for your organization s needs • Training AI models on your local data stores or on the internet • Business intelligence and analytics uses for AI • Building your own custom AI models • Looking ahead to the future of generative AI Where to get started? How about creating exciting images, video, and even audio with AI. Need more? Learn to harness AI to speed up any everyday work task, including writing boilerplate code, creating specialized documents, and analyzing your own data. Push beyond simple ChatGPT prompts! Discover ways to double your productivity and take on projects you never thought were possible! AI—and this book—are here to show you how. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology Everything you learn about Generative AI tools like Chat-GPT, Copilot, and Claude becomes obsolete almost immediately. So how do you decide where to spend your time—and your company’s money? This entertaining and unbelievably practical book shows you what you can (and should!) do with AI now and how to roll with the changes as they happen. About the book The Complete Obsolete Guide to Generative AI is a lighthearted introduction to Generative AI written for technology professionals and motivated AI enthusiasts. In it, you’ll get a quick-paced survey of AI techniques for creating code, text, images, and presentations, working with data, and much more. As you explore the hands-on exercises, you’ll build an intuition for how Generative AI can transform your daily work and communication—and maybe even learn how to make peace with your new robot overlords. What s inside• The big picture of Generative AI tools and tech • Creating useful text, code, and images • Writing effective prompts • AI-driven data analytics About the reader Written for developers, admins, and other IT pros. Some examples use simple Python code. About the author David Clinton is an AWS Solutions Architect, a Linux server administrator and a world-renowned expert on obsolescence. The technical editor on this book was Maris Sekar. Table of Contents 1 Understanding generative AI basics 2 Managing generative AI 3 Creating text and code 4 Creating with media resources 5 Feeding data to your generative AI models 6 Prompt engineering: Optimizing your experience 7 Outperforming legacy research and learning tools 8 Understanding stuff better 9 Building and running your own large language model 10 How I learned to stop worrying and love the chaos 11 Experts weigh in on putting AI to work A Important definitions and a brief history B Generative AI resources C Installing Python

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Delve into more than 85 years of the most iconic vehicle in superhero history with Batmobile: The Complete History––now expanded to include the most exciting Batmobile exploits of the last decade!A new and updated edition of the complete history of the sleek, sophisticated, incomparable Batmobile. From its humble beginnings in the pages of Detective Comics in the 1930s to its unforgettable appearance in 2022’s The Batman––and every comic, film, and animated reimagining in between––this book explores each incarnation of the Batmobile in incredible detail and scope. In addition to comic books, the Batmobile has been immortalized in nearly every imaginable medium, including film, television, toys, and video games. This expanded edition will shed new light on the supercharged Batmobile from Zack Snyder’s Batman v. Superman, the gritty, DIY muscle car from Matt Reeves’ The Batman, and many more from the past decade. With stunning gatefolds and detailed specs, blueprints, and historical comparisons, Batmobile: The Complete History is an informational and visual delight for gearheads and Batman fans alike. It’s an unparalleled and high-speed journey that will leave you breathless. ICONIC VEHICLE: In the past decade alone, the Batmobile has been reimagined for comics, video games, film, and animation. Don’t miss the latest and greatest in the storied history of this iconic vehicle. FAN-FAVORITE FILMS: Discover in-depth information on vehicles from your favorite Batman movies, including The Dark Knight, Batman v. Superman, and The Batman. NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN CONTENT: Experience old favorites in new ways with exciting details, exclusive artwork, and never-before-seen photography straight from the Warner Bros. archives.

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The troops who fought their way up through the Italian peninsula in 1943 were labelled the ⠘D-Day Dodgers⠙, but for the tens of thousands of men who were seriously wounded in the first months of the campaign, the mocking phrase was loaded with irony. It had all started so positively on 10 July 1943, when 2,600 ships landed more than 180,000 Commonwealth and American troops on the island of Sicily, part of what Churchill had described as the ⠘soft under-belly of Europe⠙. This amphibious assault, supported by airborne landings, marked the start of the Italian Campaign. The Allies⠙ military planners thought it might be possible for a concentrated invasion to quickly knock Italy out of the war. The reality, however, was completely different. The situation was compounded by Italy⠙s surrender on 3 September 1943, an act which forced Hitler to launch Operation Axis, the occupation of Italy. In the months that followed, Allied troops were required to perform multiple amphibious assaults, engage in trench warfare, fight in mud, in freezing rain and snow, in the most challenging terrain imaginable. This book tells the story of the early months of the Italian campaign through the eyes of one 21-year-old private in the Royal Berkshire Regiment, Dennis Neil, who found himself lying severely wounded and near death on an Italian mountain on a bitterly cold day in November 1943. While a surgeon at a Field Hospital fought to save his life, his family received a telegram notifying them of the death of his elder brother in that same campaign. This is a story that traces one soldier⠙s journey to that mountainside and how his life changed irrevocably as a result of the wounds he suffered that day. It is a dramatic, and harrowing, story that is told in unparalleled detail, with the benefit of contemporary records and unpublished photographs, having been compiled through the memoirs of Dennis Neil by his son, John. Winston Churchill called Italy the ⠘soft underbelly of the Axis⠙. It proved to be quite the opposite.

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The Complete Guide to Self Care features 100 accessible activities that help you reconnect with your body, mind, spirit, and surroundings, and leave you feeling refreshed and ready to face the world again.Caring for yourself is far from selfish and self-care is far from a new phenomenon, but it’s recently been in the popular vernacular. With screens, work emails on our phones, notifications, and poor boundaries between ourselves and the world around us, taking time and making space for ourselves has become more and more important. Therapy, caring for plants, making your favorite dish…these are all little ways to reclaim parts of yourself that you’ve lost track of in the daily hustle of life.With encouraging reminders, inspiring thoughts, easy wins, and practical advice, The Complete Guide to Self Care helps you identify your needs so you can relax, refuel, and find calm in your hectic life. This book tells you why mindset is key, how to nourish instead of punish yourself, how to exercise and sleep, and why it is important to go slow sometimes. You live your whole life being you, so why not be your own best friend?The Complete Guide to Self Care is a book for people who need to relax, chill out, or recenter. You ll learn how to achieve this by:Setting an effective and fruitful sleep scheduleCreating exercise routines and not feeling bad about falling off the bikeSaying no to things you don’t want to do (and things that maybe you do but don’t have space for)Reading, writing, art, music, and all forms of expression that water our soulSetting aside time that is only for you, no one else, no exceptionsWatering yourself and giving yourself proper nutrientsIn the tumults of our hectic world and your busy life, if you’re working toward being emotionally available and hungry for stability, a happier and healthier you is within your grasp.Discover today’s top trending health and wellness topics with the Everyday Wellbeing series from Chartwell Books. From smart eating habits to personal growth advice, these engaging lifestyle guides give you the expert tips and life hacks you need to help you make good choices while practicing mindfulness and self-love. Whether you want to explore cooking with new ingredients like adaptogens and CBD, or make it a priority to incorporate self-care into your daily routine, these brightly colored take-along handbooks have the tools you need to succeed.Other titles in the series include: The Celery Juice Cookbook, Adaptogens, The CBD Handbook, The Instant Pot and Air Fryer Cookbook, and The Plant-Based Cookbook.

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The perfect gift for any Sherlock Holmes fan. Each boxset contains six books, together creating a complete collection of the famous detective’s many cases and adventures The perfect gift for any Sherlock Holmes fan. Each boxset contains six books, together creating a comprehensive collection of the famous detective s complete cases and adventures, and is beautifully packaged in a ridged, matt-laminated slipcase with metallic detailing, complete with strikingly attractive, bespoke artwork. Each book includes an exclusive introduction. Includes: The Adventures Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, The Best of Sherlock Holmes, The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes His Last Bow, The Hound of the Baskervilles The Valley of Fear, The Return of Sherlock Holmes, and A Study in Scarlet The Sign of the Four.

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The Complete Grimoire is a magickal beginner’s guide to witchcraft practices and knowledge, written by Lidia Pradas, the creator of the beloved Instagram handle Wiccan Tips. A grimoire is a witch’s handbook filled with all the magickal information, rituals, and practices that a witch uses during their lifetime—a key tool of their craft. Elegantly designed, featuring a gold foil–embossed cover and beautiful illustrations, and written in Wiccan Tips’ trademark concise and practical style, The Complete Grimoire presents the key pillars of witchcraft, including: Procuring the proper tools and setting up an altarHarnessing your spells and magickSabbats and the Wheel of the YearHow to safely work with deities and spiritsYou’ll also learn fundamental spells and rituals, such as casting a circle, creating a sigil, and making moon water.Lidia is a reassuring and trusted guide on your witchcraft journey, addressing key questions and debunking common misconceptions. The Complete Grimoire is an informative, accurate resource the newly initiated and experienced witch alike can use in their daily craft.

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A new and updated edition of the only sailing manual that you will ever need.Whether you are a seasoned seafarer or just starting out, this fully revised and updated sailing manual is perfect for all levels of experience. Learn how to handle any sailing situation - with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownershipInside the pages of this new edition of the go-to guide about sailing and boat maintenance, you ll discover:- Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of sailing practice written by an expert sailor- The latest information and advice, and technological developments- A complete tuition course on seamanship, chapter by chapter- Authoritative text, clear, annotated diagrams, and action photographs - A reliable, instant, and user-friendly handbook for any sailing situation- Foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medalist, Sir Ben AinslieIn DK s The Complete Sailing Manual, former British national champion Steve Sleight offers a wealth of expert advice and guidance in the form of a complete tuition course on seamanship. This ultimate sailing handbook is packed with engaging essential information and breathtaking action photography. Handy diagrams, and step-by-step artwork, and instructions will teach you all the latest sailing techniques. This updated edition for 2021 features all of the latest developments in sailing - including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed apparent-wind sailing and navigation. Explore new developments in sailing equipment such as modern performance systems, electronic navigation and ways to use alternative energy on board. Explore the latest rules, regulations, and best practices from collision regulations to safety equipment. This essential sailing book is necessary for every keen sailor, from the novice to the seasoned sea person.

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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 of Britain s most admired and accomplished historical writers and biographers. His previous books include The Last Leopard : A Life of Giuseppe di Lampedusa (winner of the Marsh Biography Award) Curzon (Duff Cooper Prize) and Long Recessional:The Imperial Life of Rudyard Kipling (Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography).

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The text of any Shakespeare play is a living negotiable entity: scholarship and theatre practice work together to keep the plays alive and vividly present. â “ Greg Doran, RSC Artistic Director Emeritus Developed in partnership with the Royal Shakespeare Company, this Complete Works of William Shakespeare combines exemplary textual scholarship with beautiful design. Curated by expert editors Sir Jonathan Bate and Professor Eric Rasmussen, the text in this collection is based on the iconic 1623 First Folio: the first and original Complete Works lovingly assembled by Shakespeareâ ™s fellow actors, and the version of Shakespeareâ ™s text preferred by many actors and directors today. This stunning revised edition goes further to present Shakespeareâ ™s plays as they were originally intended â “ as living theatre to be enjoyed and performed on stage.Along with new colour photographs from a vibrant range of RSC productions, a new Stage Notes feature documenting the staging choices in 100 RSC productions showcases the myriad ways in which Shakespeareâ ™s plays can be brought to life. Now featuring the entire range of Shakespeareâ ™s plays, poems and sonnets, this edition is expanded to include both The Passionate Pilgrim and A Loverâ ™s Complaint. Along with Bateâ ™s excellent general introduction and short essays, this collection includes a range of aids to the reader such as on-page notes explaining unfamiliar terms and key facts boxes providing plot summaries and additional helpful context.A Complete Works for the 21st century, this versatile and highly collectable edition will inspire students, theatre practitioners and lovers of Shakespeare everywhere.

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Take a visually thrilling joy ride through the complete history and influence of one of the most enduring and pleasurable consumer-focused sports cars of all time.VW has sold over 2.5 million Golf GTIs across eight generations since its debut in 1975 as a 1976 model, and the car remains popular with both seasoned and newer collectors, including Gen X and Millennial enthusiasts. Celebrating 50 years of continuous production, The Complete Book of Volkswagen GTI is the ultimate resource for the sportier side of VW enthusiasts and racing fans. This comprehensive book features:A look back at the GTI’s rich racing history, including World Rally, Touring Car, and other categoriesDetails on other performance models like the Scirocco, Corrado, Golf R32, Jetta GLI, and moreFresh insights, interviews, and moreLavishly illustrated pages The Complete Book of Volkswagen GTI will delight and inspire any classic racing fan and VW enthusiast in your life.

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Draw the exciting elements of your world with confidence using the tips, techniques, and ideas in The Complete Urban Sketching Companion. Packed with information and visual inspiration on sketching architecture, cityscapes, people, and motion, plus lessons on perspective and adding color, this collection will have you filling sketchbook after sketchbook with compelling artwork. The popularity of the urban sketching movement has grown worldwide, and it’s easy to see why. Sketching on the go is exciting, rewarding, and creatively satisfying. With so many choices of what to sketch and how to sketch it, you need a companion to offer valuable insights, enlightening tips, and tons of ideas and inspiration. The Complete Urban Sketching Companion is that helpful guide to take along on your next overseas adventure, or to your favorite café around the corner. This book includes key drawing techniques and strategies from four books in the Urban Sketching Handbook series: Understanding Perspective, Working with Color, Architecture and Cityscapes, and People and Motion. Learn how to draw unique buildings, urban landscapes, and lively street scenes, incorporating interesting elements and striking color and lighting. Get tips on sketching with accurate perspective with easy methods and great examples to guide you along. Discover ways to capture motion, whether it’s a group of dancers or commuters on the move. Become confident in adding color to artwork by learning about different mediums and color mixing techniques. In The Complete Urban Sketching Companion you’ll also find: Simple tools and materials to get startedWays to build a well-composed sceneTechniques for drawing urban environments to scaleHow to construct a sketch in layersTips for rendering different types of perspectiveStrategies for creating dramatic shadowsHow to include a range of color values to create depthIdeas for interpreting movement and gestureMethods for drawing individuals and crowds Get started on your urban sketching adventures today, and start capturing life.

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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.

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