the motel life willy vlautin

Opening like an early Tom Waits barstool-tale, The Motel Life tells the story of two brothers, Frank and Jerry Lee. Taking to the road in an attempt to escape the hit and run accident caused by Jerry Lee, the novel goes back to tell the story of their unhappy lives. With intense feeling and compassion, Vlautin explores the frustrations and failed dreams of the two brothers - one a natural storyteller, the other an artist - and renders perfectly the sense of entrapment they feel. Will the kid''s death shock them out of their torpor or send them ever deeper into trouble? Can Annie James, a girl from their past, offer them any sort of redemption, however slim?Interspersed with drawings that come to form an integral part of the narrative, The Motel Life is a poetic, moving, beautifully naïve and tragic fictional debut. Alongside such seminal works as Annie Proulx''s Postcards, Raymond Carver''s What we talk about when we talk about love and Denis Johnson''s Jesus''s Son, it should come to be seen as a classic of downbeat American prose.

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**THE HORSE - THE NEW NOVEL FROM WILLY VLAUTIN - IS AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW**SOON TO BE A NETFLIX FILM STARRING VANESSA KIRBY''Pacey and visceral.'' Sunday Times''Imbued with the noirish urgency of a page-turning thriller.'' Irish Times''A tear-struck revelation.'' MEGAN ABBOTTBetween looking after her brother, working two low-paid jobs, and trying to take part-time college classes, Lynette is dangerously tired. Every penny she’s earned for years, she’s put into savings, trying to scrape together enough to take out a mortgage on the house she rents with her mother. Finally becoming a homeowner in their rapidly gentrifying Portland neighbourhood could offer Lynette the kind of freedoms she’s never had. But, when the plan is derailed, Lynette must embark on a desperate odyssey of hope and anguish.Written with all Willy Vlautin’s characteristic and heart-wrenching empathy, The Night Always Comes holds up a mirror to a society which leaves too many people only a step away from falling between the cracks.What readers are saying:''Amazing . . . Vlautin hit the nail on the head with this. I could not stop thinking about the characters and where the story would take them.''''WOW. This book hit me hard . . . I was on the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Severely wounded in the Iraq war, Leroy has lived a half-life in a group home for eight years. Unable to bear it any longer, he commits a desperate act which helps him to disappear to another place. Freddie is the night porter at the home, who works two jobs yet can''t make ends meet. Buried in debt from his younger daughter''s medical bills, he''s forced to consider a criminal proposition. Pauline is the nurse who tends Leroy, who lives her life in an uncomplicated way, emotionally removed, until she meets a young runaway. An extraordinary portrait of contemporary America, and a testament to the resilience of the human heart, The Free is Willy Vlautin''s most moving and affecting novel to date.

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Don't miss the film streaming now on Netflix!Willy Vlautin is not known for happy endings, but theres something here that defies the downward pull. In the end, Lynette is pure life force: fierce and canny and blazing through a city that no longer has space for her, and its all Portlands loss.Portland Monthly MagazineAward-winning author Willy Vlautin explores the impact of trickle-down greed and opportunism of gentrification on ordinary lives in this scorching novel that captures the plight of a young woman pushed to the edge as she fights to secure a stable future for herself and her family.Barely thirty, Lynette is exhausted. Saddled with bad credit and juggling multiple jobs, some illegally, shes been diligently working to buy the house she lives in with her mother and developmentally disabled brother Kenny. Portlands housing prices have nearly quadrupled in fifteen years, and the owner is giving them a good deal. Lynette knows its their last best chance to own their own homeand obtain the security theyve never had. While she has enough for the down payment, she needs her mother to cover the rest of the asking price. But a week before theyre set to sign the loan papers, her ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Shot through with all the bruised romance and regret of a country-blues classic . . . Vlautin’s characters are a vast chorus of broken hearts, reaching for grace.'' COLIN WALSH''Tremendously compelling . . . as succinct and wrenching as a well-honed folk song.'' GUARDIAN‘A bruised and beautiful instant classic.’ BEN MYERSWilly Vlautin’s most personal novel yet – a poetic and deeply moving story about what it really takes to be a musician.‘There''s a horse'', he whispered. ''An old horse that''s standing in front of my house. He''s blind and he won''t eat and I don''t know what to do.''67-year-old Al Ward is several years into an isolated stint living on old mining land in Nevada left to him by his great uncle. One morning, the horse arrives outside his home, seemingly unable to feed itself or stay safe from coyote attacks. 6000 feet up, 30 miles from the nearest town and broken by alcoholism and anxiety, Al must decide what to do.Intercut with Al’s present-day story are episodes from his long life as a songwriter and guitarist. Beginning in Reno, we follow his chequered career as a touring musician, struggling to make ends meet and to survive the reality of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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WINNER OF THE JOYCE CAROL OATES PRIZE‘Extraordinary.’ ANN PATCHETT ‘Tremendously compelling.’ GUARDIAN‘Bruised and beautiful.’ BEN MYERS‘Transcendent.’ LA TIMESWilly Vlautin’s most personal novel yet – a poetic and deeply moving story about what it really takes to be a musician.Al Ward, an ageing musician, is living on old mining land in Nevada. One morning, a horse arrives outside his home, unable to feed itself or stay safe from coyotes. Six thousand feet up, thirty miles from the nearest town, and broken by alcoholism and anxiety, Al must decide what to do.A gorgeous journey of a novel, and an unforgettable character study of a lifelong songwriter, The Horse masterfully explores ideas of loneliness, creativity and resilience.‘Another classic from one of America''s greatest storytellers.’JONATHAN EVISON‘A terrific parable of art and aging.’JESS WALTER

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Fleeing Las Vegas and her abusive boyfriend, Allison Johnson moves to Reno, but finds herself haunted by the mistakes of her past, and lacking any self-belief. Her only comfort seems to come from the imaginary conversations she has with her hero, Paul Newman. But, as life crawls on, small acts of kindness do start to reveal themselves and slowly the chance of a new life begins to emerge. Full of memorable characters and imbued with a beautiful sense of yearning, Northline is an extraordinary portrait of small-town America and an emotional tour de force.

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FINALIST FOR THE 2019 PEN/FAULKNER AWARDMeet Horace Hopper, a twenty-one-year-old farm hand in Tonopah, Nevada, who works for Mr Reece and his wife, the nearest thing he’s had to family in years.But Horace, half-white half-Paiute Indian, dreams of bigger things. Leaving behind the farm and its fragile stability, he heads South to re-invent himself as the Mexican boxer Hector Hidalgo. Slowly, painfully, the possibility emerges that his dreams might not just be the delusions of a lost soul… but at what cost, and what of those he’s left behind?Exploring the fringes of contemporary America, Don’t Skip Out on Me is an extraordinary work of compassion - a novel about the need for human connection and understanding - and essential reading, now more than ever.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DUBLIN LITERARY AWARDNOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM A24An unforgettable story of a friendship and of hope in dark times.‘Catch-your-breath good.’ EILEEN BATTERSY, IRISH TIMES ‘Powerful, heartbreaking stuff.’ MARK BILLINGHAM‘A cult classic.’ METRO‘This guy is a real discovery.’ COLM TOIBINFifteen-year-old Charley Thompson wants a home; food on the table; a high school he can attend for more than part of a year; and some structure to his life. But as the son of a single father working at warehouses across the Pacific Northwest, he''s been pretty much on his own for some time.Lean on Pete opens as he and his father arrive in Portland, Oregon and Charley takes a stables job, illegally, at the local race track. Once part of a vibrant racing network, Portland Meadows is now seemingly the last haven for washed up jockeys and knackered horses, but it''s there that Charley meets Pete, an old horse who becomes his companion as he''s forced to try to make his own way in the world.

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Upstate NY, 1982. Viv Delaney knows something isn''t right at the Sun Down motel, where she works as a night clerk, and she''s determined find out what. Upstate NY, 2017. Carly Kirk has always been fascinated by her aunt Viv who disappeared from the Sun Down before Carly was born. Using a small inheritance from when her mom dies, Carly leaves college to figure out what happened to her aunt thirty-five years ago. Soon, Carly is mirroring her aunt''s life, working as the night clerk at the motel, where a haunting presence still lingers and a possible serial killer stalks the night desk.

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Come one, come all to a very special event … the grand opening of the Museum of Willa and Wade!Willa and Wade (an ostrich and a penguin) discover something curious on their walk. The small round object is sparkly but looks very old. They’ve discovered a treasure! And it belongs in a museum. In fact, it belongs in their very own museum, which will be called the Museum of Willa and Wade (MOWW). So, how do you make a museum? Well, first they have to choose a location. A box labeled MOWW is just the thing. Next, they need to add a few more treasures. Wade’s rock, handed down for generations, and Willa’s dinosaur are perfect for rounding out the collection. Add a café and a grand opening and voilà ! They’ve created the perfect museum – almost as perfect as their friendship!Judith Henderson’s graphic-novel series for early readers is a testament to trying new things, being undeterred by setbacks and learning as you go. The two adorable flightless birds are ever curious and always optimistic as they use creative problem-solving to work their way to solutions. Through it all, their friendship is the star, as the two are always ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The people and publications at the root of a national obsession In the century between the accession of Elizabeth I and the restoration of Charles II, a horticultural revolution took place in England, making it a leading player in the European horticultural game. Ideas were exchanged across networks of gardeners, botanists, scholars, and courtiers, and the burgeoning vernacular book trade spread this new knowledge still further—reaching even the growing number of gardeners furnishing their more modest plots across the verdant nation and its young colonies in the Americas. Margaret Willes introduces a plethora of garden enthusiasts, from the renowned to the legions of anonymous workers who created and tended the great estates. Packed with illustrations from the herbals, design treatises, and practical manuals that inspired these men—and occasionally women—Willes's book enthrallingly charts how England's garden grew.

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Spirituality & Practice "Best Books of 2021" Award WinnerA highly practical and approachable guide to somatic meditation with easy practices for accessing the body''s inherent mindfulness, from an expert in somatic meditation.Tap into the wisdom of the body with down-to-earth practices like "Surrendering to the Breath" and "Befriending Feelings" that allow the body to become the source of mindfulness. Willa Blythe Baker introduces meditation practice as the cultivation of a way of being, rather than a way of doing. It is a way of being that is self-aware, self-compassionate, and embodied. This way of being is not limited to practice on the cushion or on the yoga mat--somatic mindfulness is available at any moment, activated by attention to the body''s wisdom and its teachings.Discover the three layers of embodiment, from the earth body of flesh and blood, the subtle body of sensory experience and emotion, and the awareness body of consciousness. The three parts of this book explore these layers through turning attention to the physical, energetic, and mental dimensions of human experience. By diving deep into the body, readers will find that they already have what they need. Concentration, wisdom, compassion, kindness, and joy are waiting there.

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The rivalry between William Steinitz and Johannes Zukertort, the world''s strongest chess players in the late nineteenth century, became so fierce that it was named The Ink War. They fought their battle on the chessboard and in various chess magazines and columns. It was not only about who was the strongest player but also about who had the best ideas on how to play the game. After his bestseller Move First, Think Later and his much-acclaimed second book, On the Origin of Good Moves, IM Willy Hendriks once again offers his unique perspective in a well-researched story that continues to captivate until the tragic outcome. The Ink War gives a beautiful impression of the 19th-century chess world and the birth of modern chess.

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He drew a long sigh of rich content. The old life, with all its bitterness and useless antagonism and flimsy sophistries, its brief delights that were always tinged with fear and distrust and unfaith, that whole miserable, futile, swindled world of Bohemia seemed immeasurably distant and far away, like a dream that is over and done.First published in 1896, The Burglar''s Christmas is a short story by the great American writer Willa Cather. Set in Chicago on a cold Christmas Eve, the down-and-out Crawford learns the value of forgiveness.25% of the RRP of this title goes to Three Peas, a small charity supporting people who have had to flee war or persecution and who are seeking refuge or asylum in Europe.

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Tubbz kachnička Willy Wonka je miniaturní sběratelská figurka vysoká 5,5 cm. Zobrazuje ikonickou postavu s fialovým kloboukem a charakteristickým úsměvem. Produkt je určen výhradně pro suché prostředí a není vhodný do vody.

• Miniaturní sběratelská figurka (pouhých 5,5 cm)
• Věrné detaily včetně ikonického fialového klobouku
• Vhodná jako originální dekorace nebo dárek pro fanoušky
• Nenáročná na údržbu – stačí otřít suchým hadříkem

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Biology teacher Miss Lily and history teacher Mr Granger are determined to drag six of their sixth-formers out into the fells and lakes of the iconic English Lake District. The students are vivacious Mel whose passion is literature; farmer’s son Alfred who loves biology; somewhat fragile Natalie who detests injustice; boastful Brad who lacks a father figure; nerdish Jack who plays the jester; and tech-savvy Aisha, a refugee from Somalia. Gradually, Lily and Granger entice the students away from their addictive screens and into the outdoors, starting off with a gentle stroll around Derwent Water, and then moving onwards and upwards to longer walks and then climbs, all the way up to Scafel Pike. The book is an intimate, boots-on-the-ground, adventure story that deals with the nitty-gritty details of fell-walking and the feeling of what it is like to walk in the Lakes. Characters, actions, and places are closely connected with each other. The book is also a travel guide to the Lakes; a story of developing friendships; and an encouragement to everyone to leave their sheltered lives, take risks, and explore. It is a Swallows and Amazons story for our time and readers of all ages

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''I knew at once I had come upon the city of some extinct civilization, hidden away in this inaccessible mesa for centuries''The Professor''s House (1925) depicts the mid-life crisis of Godfrey St. Peter, a history professor at a midwestern state university who is disillusioned with his wife and daughters, his university, and the materialism of American culture. He longs for Tom Outland, his most brilliant student, who died on a World War I battlefield. At the same time, Tom''s recollection of discovering hidden cliff dweller ruins in New Mexico interrupt Godfrey''s narrative. Cather''s own experiences of travel in the Southwestern US with her partner, Edith Lewis, shadow and enrich her depictions of Tom''s New Mexican experiences.Cather''s sixth novel is a compelling modernist work of art that raises questions that are still compelling a century later. What is the purpose of a university education? Are the sacrifices of war worth the outcome? To whom do the American past and the country''s future belong? A daring experiment in form, the novel is haunted by war and love.ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World''s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The hilarious, bittersweet novel from the playwright behind EDUCATING RITA, SHIRLEY VALENTINE and award-winning musical BLOOD BROTHERS.Dear Morrissey,I''m feeling dead depressed and down. Like a streetlamp without a bulb or a goose at the onset of Christmas time.Anyroad, I thought I''d pen a few lines to someone who''d understand...It''s 1991. Raymond Marks is a normal boy, from a normal family, in a normal northern town. Only lately, he''s been feeling dead down. His dad left home after falling in love with a five-string banjo. His fun-hating grandma believes she should have married Jean-Paul Sartre: ''I could never read his books, but y'' could tell from his picture, there was nothing frivolous about John-Paul Sartre.'' Felonious Uncle Jason and Appalling Aunty Paula are lusting after the satellite dish.And so he turns to the one person who''ll understand what he''s going through: Morrissey. Told through a series of heartfelt letters to the frontman of The Smiths, this is a laugh-out-loud funny, incredibly poignant tale from a character you can''t help but love.''Big-hearted, wonderfully funny and engrossing'' THE MIRROR''A warm, funny, poignant story. I loved The Wrong Boy - and so will you'' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH''A comic masterpiece'' BEL MOONEY, MAIL ON SUNDAY

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Ella May Wiggins’ husband has run off again, and she must keep her four young children alive with the only work she can find -- the night shift at a North Carolina mill. When union leaflets begin to circulate, she yearns for the better life the organisers promise. But the mill owners, backed by other nefarious forces, claim the union is nothing but a front for the Bolshevik menace sweeping across Europe, and they will use every means in their power, including bloodshed, to prevent the workers banding together…

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‘A highly readable, entertaining and mind-expanding read from a formidable scientist’ iNews ‘A highly informative survey of the current state of astrobiology’ Literary ReviewOver the last few decades, space exploration has revolutionised our understanding of our place in the cosmos. We now know that there are many habitable environments within our solar system. Yet a profound question remains: are we alone in the universe? Nathalie A. Cabrol, leading astrobiologist and director of the Carl Sagan Center at the SETI Institute, takes us to the frontiers of the search for life. This book’s odyssey begins by searching for how life began on Earth in order to understand what’s necessary for life to exist elsewhere. What role did our moon play? And could life on Mars, or another world, have seeded life on Earth? Cabrol continues this dazzling interplanetary tour, illuminating the likeliest places for life in our neighbourhood: Venus, Mars, the icy moons of Jupiter and Saturn, and Pluto. Finally, we seek life beyond our solar system, looking at the recent revolution in the night sky: the realisation that there are millions of exoplanets within our galaxy that could support life.The Secret Life of the Universe is both a comprehensive and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERDiscover the science of happiness and how meaningful relationships hold the key to a longer, healthier and more fulfilling life, in the must-read bestseller. ‘This captivating, powerful book shows us scientifically and practically how to define, create and most importantly live the good life’ Jay Shetty, bestselling author of Think Like a MonkWhat if the secret to lasting happiness has been hiding in plain sight? Based on the world’s longest scientific study of happiness, the Harvard Study of Adult Development, this landmark book reveals the simple yet surprising truth:?the stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying and overall healthier lives. Drawing on over 80 years of research and hundreds of life stories, programme directors Dr Robert Waldinger and Dr Marc Schulz bring together scientific precision, traditional wisdom, incredible real-life stories and actionable insights to show us how and why prioritising meaningful connection - not financial success or achievement - is the key to a good life. Accessible, inspiring and deeply practical, The Good Life is the accessible and practical guide on how to nurture relationships, build emotional resilience and find lasting happiness. Praise for The Good Life: ‘In a crowded field ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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

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Let me tell you a secret: skateboarding is magic.I don''t mean you have to be a magician to do it.In fact, anyone can skateboard.I''m going to show you exactly how I do it, why I do it and what I love most about it.So come with me...Learn how Sky Brown, the youngest person to win a medal in skateboarding at the Olympics, fell in love with the sport. Then, she''ll share how to skateboard - from flip tricks and grab tricks to air tricks and slide tricks - and offers insider tips and sage advice for young fans around the world.Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook for readers 6+ features:-A joy-filled introduction to the sport of skateboarding-Words by world renowned skateboarding sensation, Sky Brown-Step-by-step instructions-Explanatory illustrations of basic and advanced skateboarding tricksWith fun-filled, engaging illustrations from Shaw Davidson, and in the words of Sky Brown herself, this is the perfect book to inspire children to find their life''s passion.This book is in an exciting new series that celebrates the magic of life skills that bring joy, and the heroes who made them their passion.More ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Chess is a bit like doing magic.The pieces come alive and you''re the magician.You get to move them where you like, within the rules of the game.Cool, huh? So let me take you back to the very beginning and show you how it''s done...Discover why the world''s first Black Grandmaster Maurice Ashley thinks that chess is one of the best skills in life. Follow him on a journey from the Bronx to a world stage where he has taught thousands of young people the life philosophies of the game.Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook for readers 6+ offers:-A child-friendly, joy-filled introduction to the game of chess-Inspirational words and advice from the first Black Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley-Step-by-step instructions on how to play the game of chess-Explanatory pictures of basic and advanced chess skillsWith fun-filled, engaging illustrations from Denis Angelov, and in the words of Maurice Ashley, this is the perfect book to inspire children to find their life''s passion.This book is in an exciting new series that celebrates the magic of life skills that bring joy, and the heroes who made them their passion.More in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A refreshing, biblical, life-changing alternative to placing our individual desires and dreams above all else· Develop a legacy perspective on your life and family· Articulate and live out your mission and values· Recover from failures and celebrate successes· Tell your stories from generation to generation***We all want to live a life that matters--a life of meaning and significance. The problem is, when we think of a life that makes a difference, we think way too small. Our lives can and should make an impact today--and we should also be working toward building a legacy that lasts for generations to come.Rejecting the current work-hard-then-retire mindset, David Green, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, and Bill High call us to a biblical view of ourselves and our families--a generational mindset. With a paradigm-changing perspective, this book helps you · develop a legacy perspective on your life and family· articulate and live out your mission and values· recover from failures and celebrate successes· tell your stories from generation to generationIt may feel strange at first, but when you shift your mindset to understand your life in generational terms, you''ll discover that while you are not the story, you are part of a story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A breathtaking journey into the heart of the world’s most majestic woodlands. From the misty rainforests of the Pacific Northwest to the ancient groves of Europe and the vibrant jungles of the tropics, The Life & Love of the Forest is a lush visual and narrative tribute to the planet’s most vital ecosystems. Through the lens of award-winning nature photographers and the evocative prose of Lewis Blackwell, this book captures the awe-inspiring beauty, complexity, and resilience of forests across the globe. Each page invites readers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the natural world. More than just a photographic showcase, this book delves into the science and soul of forests. It explores how trees communicate, how ecosystems thrive in delicate balance, and how forests serve as the lungs of our planet—absorbing carbon, regulating climate, and sustaining biodiversity. Blackwell’s essays blend ecological insight with poetic reverence, offering readers a deeper understanding of the forest’s role in both global systems and personal well-being. The book also highlights the threats facing forests today—from deforestation and climate change to habitat fragmentation—and celebrates the global efforts to protect and restore them. It features stories of conservation, indigenous stewardship, and rewilding initiatives that offer hope and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Stephen Hawking was:A scientist A genius An inspirationWhen Stephen Hawking was told at the age of twenty-one that he only had a few years to live, it made him more determined than ever to find out the answers to life''s big questions.Diagnosed with motor-neurone disease as a young man, Stephen defied the odds and lived to the age of 76 - and his scientific discoveries changed the world.From building model aeroplanes as a child to travelling all over the globe and experiencing a zero-gravity flight, Stephen Hawking''s life was extraordinary from beginning to end.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Malala YousafzaiThe Extraordinary Life of Anne FrankThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Rosa ParksThe Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela

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

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DISCOVER THE SIX SECRETS TO HEALTH AND HAPPINESS AT ANY AGE FROM THE 102-YEAR-OLD WOMAN WHO KNOWS BETTER THAN ANYONE ''Astonishing. Truly one of the most inspirational women you''ll ever meet'' ELIZABETH DAY, How To Fail podcast ''You will love the stories, you will learn how to honour your health and your body, and in the end, you''ll love life that much more'' Dr Edith Eger, New York Times bestselling Author of The Choice and The Gift----Others talk about longevity.Dr Gladys is living it . . .Dr. Gladys McGarey – the mother of holistic medicine and a practicing doctor aged 102 – reveals the secrets of how to live to a great age filled with vitality, purpose and joy.In The Well-Lived Life, Dr Gladys shares the lessons she has learned in her hundred plus years of life, as well as the six secrets of true health and happiness. This counterintuitive approach is nothing to do with conserving energy – rather it’s all about spending it, wildly.Sharing life-changing stories of miraculous healing from patients of all ages, Dr. Gladys will not only fundamentally change the way you think about a well-lived life – but also show you how to embrace it.---- ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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

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Ameila Earhart was:A pilot A record-breaker An inspirationAmeila Earhart broke flying records, wrote best-selling books, launched a fashion label and fought for the rights of female pilots everywhere.Her disappearance, in the midst of her attempt to circumnavigate the globe, is one of history''s greatest unsolved mysteries, and today she is remembered as not only the first female pilot to cross the Atlantic Ocean, but for being a bold, brace and adventurous woman who fought tirelessly for what she believed.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Stephen HawkingThe Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Katherine JohnsonThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson MandelaThe Extraordinary Life of Greta ThunbergThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela

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Mary Seacole was:A doctress An activist An inspiration Mary Seacole is now known for her medical work in the Crimean war, and as a brilliant woman who combated the racial prejudice she experienced in her lifetime. But for a long time her story was lost.From growing up in Kingston, Jamaica as the daughter of a doctress to helping soldiers in the war, discover the details of the amazing life that Mary Seacole led in this beautifully illustrated book with real-life stories, timelines and facts.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Stephen HawkingThe Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Katherine JohnsonThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela

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''A total triumph'', ''Romantic and heartbreaking and uplifting all at once'', ''Highly recommended''*The Independent best ''never-too-late'' story of 2021, and one of the 8 best uplifting books of the year*IS IT EVER TOO LATE TO BE LOVED?''Wonderful . . . An utter treat'' KATE MOSSE''A heartfelt coming-of-age story . . . Remarkable'' LAURIE FRANKEL, New York Times bestselling author ''A heart-warming, joyous love story - original, hopeful and totally charming'' ADELE PARKS ''I loved it! Really heart-warming and joyful, but also so poignant. I cannot recommend this book highly enough'' LORRAINE KELLY''Albert is one of the most endearing characters I''ve met in a long time . . . Proof that it''s never too late to find a happy ending'' SUSAN WIGGS, New York Times bestselling author''A bright, clear, sharply intelligent writer'' JENNY COLGAN''Will put a smile on everyone''s face . . . A great big hug of a book!'' - MICHAEL BALL, Radio 2 ''Wonderful. Written with such a good heart, filled with joy and strength and optimism . . . inventive and fun but most importantly, true.'' RUSSELL T. DAVIES''A beautiful, timely page-turner, straight from the heart . . . The perfect summer read'' MATTHEW BOURNE''Brilliant . . . ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Greta Thunberg is: An activist A voice for climate change An inspiration Greta Thunberg is an activist best known for calling attention to the devastating effects of climate change on our planet. A bold voice even against people that want to silence her, Greta has become a source of inspiration for millions of people who want to work towards tackling the climate crisis.From taking part in school strikes and owning that her Asperger syndrome is her superpower, to crossing the Atlantic Ocean in a powerful stand against carbon emissions, this is the incredible story of a schoolgirl who is changing the world.This book has been produced with its environmental message in mind, including the treatment of the cover, the black-and-white interiors, and the FSC-certified paper.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Stephen HawkingThe Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Katherine JohnsonThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela

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Rosa Parks was:An activist A campaigner for equal rights An inspirationRosa Parks, the woman known for refusing to give up her seat on the bus, triggered a great shift in the fight for civil rights. Raised in Alabama, Rosa Parks knew all about the racism of her society from an early age. Discover how she became the brilliant activist we know today, in this beautifully illustrated book with real-life stories, timelines and facts to bring her extraordinary story to life.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Stephen HawkingThe Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Katherine JohnsonThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela

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Order Jodi Picoult''s stunning new novel about life, death, and missed opportunities. THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER''A writer the world should be reading right now.'' IndependentWho would you be, if you hadn''t turned out to be the person you are now? Dawn is a death doula, and spends her life helping people make the final transition peacefully. But when the plane she''s on plummets, she finds herself thinking not of the perfect life she has, but the life she was forced to abandon fifteen years ago - when she left behind a career in Egyptology, and a man she loved. Against the odds, she survives, and the airline offers her a ticket to wherever she needs to get to - but the answer to that question suddenly seems uncertain. As the path of her life forks in two very different directions, Dawn must confront questions she''s never truly asked: what does a well-lived life look like? What do we leave behind when we go? And do we make our choices, or do our choices make us?Two possible futures. One impossible choice. ----------------------------------------------------------------''It is hard to exaggerate how well Picoult writes.'' Financial Times ''A matchless talent for hitting emotional notes.'' ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Nelson Mandela was: The first Black president A leader An inspiration Nelson Mandela was known for dedicating his life to fighting for equality in South Africa and overthrowing racial segregation. He grew up hearing the elders'' stories of his ancestors'' fighting in the wars of resistance, and he dreamed of fighting for the freedom of his people. His childhood wish was granted when he became the first black president of South Africa, and an icon for hope, change and equality.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Stephen HawkingThe Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Katherine JohnsonThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Greta ThunbergThe Extraordinary Life of Amelia Earhart

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A beginner''s guide to baking, with secrets from beloved baker Joy Wilson.Let me tell you a secret: baking is magic. I don''t mean that you have to be a magician to do it. Let me show you how I bake, so you can find the magic in it, too... Learn how Joy Wilson, the social media sensation baker and cookbook author, grew up watching her parents bake and took chocolate chip cookies to her first job interview. She shares how she bakes - from creaming butter and sugar, to greasing a pan, icing and adding rainbow sprinkles - and offers insider tips and sage advice for young fans around the world. Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook is perfect for children aged 6+· This book is a joy-filled introduction to baking· Written by baking sensation and social media star Joy Wilson· Includes step-by-step instructions on techniques like creaming, icing and mixing· Includes a recipe for ''Happy Every Day'' cake from Joy herselfWith warm, engaging illustrations from Tatiana Kamshilina, and in the words of Joy Wilson herself, this is the perfect book to inspire children ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In The Hidden Life Lessons of Mr. Miyagi, renowned actor and co-star of The Karate Kid, mindset expert, revered sensei, world champion, and esteemed life coach Sensei Ron Thomas draws from a lifetime of experience in high performance and human potential—not to mention martial arts—to expose the profound and untold wisdom hidden in Mr. Miyagi''s on-screen teachings.Each chapter unearths a stand-alone life lesson buried in the iconic movie The Karate Kid and reveals its mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual implications. This book puts the spirit of Mr. Miyagi in the reader''s hands, offering fresh strategies for winning life. It presents distinctive ways to think about and overcome personal and professional challenges from the position of a master and ushers the charge toward true success and abundant happiness.Sensei Ron Thomas has spent a lifetime exploring the interwoven dynamics between human potential, universal laws, the psychology of winning, and the practice of self-mastery. He’s coached collegiate and professional athletes, entertainers, and high-level entrepreneurs, helping them uplevel their game. Now, he shares profound insights into living and working masterfully and the immeasurable benefits of doing so.This eye-opening text serves as a transformative guide to a Miyagi-inspired mindset aimed at helping the reader escape ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Quest of the Simple Life by William Henry Hudson is a reflective and philosophical exploration of living a simpler, more meaningful life. The book delves into the pursuit of contentment and fulfillment through a return to nature and a focus on inner peace. In The Quest of the Simple Life: Dawson advocates for a lifestyle centered around simplicity and minimalism. He argues that true happiness and contentment come from embracing a life that is free from the complexities and excesses of modern living. The narrative explores how a return to nature and a more self-sufficient way of living can lead to greater fulfillment. Dawson reflects on the benefits of rural life and solitude, suggesting that these elements allow individuals to connect more deeply with themselves and the world around them. By simplifying one's surroundings and focusing on essential values, individuals can achieve a state of inner peace and mindfulness. Throughout the book, Hudson emphasizes the philosophical aspects of simplicity, discussing how it contributes to spiritual growth and a more authentic existence. He suggests that the quest for a simpler life is not just about reducing material possessions but also about fostering a deeper understanding of one's purpose and finding ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A former commodities trader gives an intimate glimpse into what it was like to work on the raucous exchange floors in the trading pits of Chicago and New York.In 1989, Brad Schaeffer was working as an artist when his trader brother invited him to visit the floor of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Schaeffer promptly quit his job and became a clerk in that most iconic arena of raw capitalism. During the next six years, Schaeffer rose from clerk to trader, making markets on Eurodollar options in Chicago and heating oil options in New York. In that time, jammed literally shoulder-to-shoulder, he screamed, flailed his arms, hurled expletives, and pushed and shoved his way through his day. He was a keen observer of the methodology, incidents, and personalities that made the now-extinct open outcry trading pits such a unique place to do business. Life in the Pits recollects those last, most glorious days when red-faced alphas in colorful jackets performed thousands of transactions per hour, even as computerized trading heralded the floorsÂ’ ultimate demise. Schaeffer recalls the uneasy camaraderie of working right next to fierce competitors, the sheer intensity of dealing in stacks of money changing hands with a simple scream ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Do you feel restless and frustrated with the Christian life? This transformative book will help you dismantle twelve common lies Christians believe that cripple intimacy with God, enabling you to experience the rich, satisfying relationship your soul seeks.Pastor and bestselling author Gary Thomas knows from personal and pastoral experience the dissatisfaction many of us feel in our daily experience as Christians, despite our desire to grow closer to God. The key to the truly abundant new life God promises, Thomas reveals in this beautifully transparent book, starts with unlearning falsehoods we don''t even know we believe.In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Thomas helps us recognize the deceptions that keep us from the joyful, exciting life the Bible promises, and he enables us to:Give up the need for control and finally experience true restRealize the reward of committed relationships, even when they are hardSee the reality and beauty of the supernatural worldRelease the need for comfort and applauseLet go of striving for a sin-free life before heavenUnderstand how to cultivate wisdom to see what truly matters Renewing our minds will renew our lives. Discover the flourishing, joyful life you were reborn to live by dismantling strongholds of falsehood and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Live a Life That Makes a Difference for Generations· 90 devotions to help you develop a countercultural, biblical view of your personal and family life· Learn to lead your family in building a legacy that matters for eternity· Includes illuminating Scripture, insightful reflections, and simple prayersDo you want to live a life that matters more? More than your career, more than the kids you raised, more than the individual acts of kindness and charity you may have performed? How about a life that matters for eternity? Though that may sound like a lofty goal reserved for only the most saintly of people, it is possible for anyone to achieve.Through 90 powerful readings, The Legacy Life Devotional challenges and equips you to live a countercultural, biblical life that matters for generations to come. Building off the concepts in The Legacy Life, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby David Green shares daily devotional thoughts about how to · develop a legacy perspective on your life and family· articulate and live out your mission and values· recover from failures and celebrate successes· tell your stories from generation to generationIt may feel strange at first, but when you shift your mindset to understand your ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Discover the Good Life as you learn from the wise voices of the past.We''ve lost ourselves. Disconnected from the past and uncertain about the future, we are anxious about what our lives will be and troubled by a nagging sense of meaninglessness. Adrift in the world, many Christians have their identity completely wrapped up in work, and their definition of the "good life" is financial success. Fewer of are staying committed to the Christian faith, finding it difficult to reconcile their experience with their longings and desires. With so much uncertainty, where can we find a true vision of "the Good Life"?Learning the Good Life speaks to this malaise with a curated collection of voices from the past, inviting Christians into an ages-old dialogue with some of history''s wisest and most reflective minds. Featuring thought-provoking writings from a diverse lineup of over 35 writers and thinkers:From the classic—including Confucius, Augustine, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, Henry David Thoreau, and Frederick Douglass;To the modern—including W.E.B. DuBois, Flannery O''Connor, T.S. Eliot, and Simone Weil;To the contemporary—including Wendell Berry, David Foster Wallace, and Marilynne Robinson.Together these sages, writers, philosophers, and poets address important issues such as virtue, beauty, community, wonder, suffering, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Do you feel restless and frustrated with the Christian life? This transformative book will help you dismantle twelve common lies Christians believe that cripple intimacy with God, enabling you to experience the rich, satisfying relationship your soul seeks.Pastor and bestselling author Gary Thomas knows from personal and pastoral experience the dissatisfaction many of us feel in our daily experience as Christians, despite our desire to grow closer to God. The key to the truly abundant new life God promises, Thomas reveals in this beautifully transparent book, starts with unlearning falsehoods we don''t even know we believe.In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Thomas helps us recognize the deceptions that keep us from the joyful, exciting life the Bible promises, and he enables us to:Give up the need for control and finally experience true restRealize the reward of committed relationships, even when they are hardSee the reality and beauty of the supernatural worldRelease the need for comfort and applauseLet go of striving for a sin-free life before heavenUnderstand how to cultivate wisdom to see what truly matters Renewing our minds will renew our lives. Discover the flourishing, joyful life you were reborn to live by dismantling strongholds of falsehood and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Pastor Charles Stanley provides a wealth of principles to be applied practically as you read and study God’s Word.The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, with over a million sold to date, is designed to lead believers into a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ and to help them experience the Good News about God’s mighty kindness and love. The updated second edition is the best way to experience this bestselling classic—with a completely new design featuring Thomas Nelson’s NKJV easy-to-read Comfort Print typeface, 100 specially designed maps and charts that bring biblical places and themes to life, and over 43,000 cross-references to enrich your study of the Word.Features include:30 Life Principles articles highlight Dr. Stanley’s essentials for Christian livingMore than 2,500 Life Lessons verse notes bring to life the practical and personal nature of God’s Word to usA listing of over 300 verses revealing God''s promises throughout the Bible that encourage, strengthen, and bring hopeAnswers to Life''s Questions and What the Bible Says About articles bring scriptural insight to bear on topics of special importance to every believerLife Examples teach biblical truths through the lives of important people in ScriptureTopical indexes give immediate access to hundreds of life-giving principles and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A “beautiful, inspiring, and important” (Professor Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Prize Laureate) final book from the legendary leadership expert, Stephen R. Covey, internationally bestselling author of the classic The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.Stephen R. Covey spent his long and storied career inspiring millions of individuals to make their lives more effective, compassionate, and meaningful. Near the end of his life, Covey felt there was a final component to his work: How do you live your best life no matter your age? Live Life in Crescendo is Covey’s directive to live life in crescendo, meaning to continually grow in contribution, learning, and influence. In the same way that music builds on previous notes but leaves us anticipating the next note, a life builds on the past but unfolds in the future. The Crescendo Mentality urges you to use whatever you have—your time, talents, skills, resources, gifts, passion, money, influence—to enrich the lives of people around you, including your family, neighborhood, community, and the world. Cowritten with his daughter, Cynthia Covey Haller, and published posthumously, Live Life in Crescendo is a life-changing and life-affirming book that will “inspire you to dream bigger and bolder” (Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Pastor Charles Stanley provides a wealth of principles to be applied practically as you read and study God’s Word.The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, with over a million sold to date, is designed to lead believers into a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ and to help them experience the Good News about God’s mighty kindness and love. The updated second edition is the best way to experience this bestselling classic—with a completely new design featuring Thomas Nelson’s NKJV easy-to-read Comfort Print typeface, 100 specially designed maps and charts that bring biblical places and themes to life, and over 43,000 cross-references to enrich your study of the Word.Features include:30 Life Principles articles highlight Dr. Stanley’s essentials for Christian livingMore than 2,500 Life Lessons verse notes bring to life the practical and personal nature of God’s Word to usA listing of over 300 verses revealing God''s promises throughout the Bible that encourage, strengthen, and bring hopeAnswers to Life''s Questions and What the Bible Says About articles bring scriptural insight to bear on topics of special importance to every believerLife Examples teach biblical truths through the lives of important people in ScriptureTopical indexes give immediate access to hundreds of life-giving principles and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In the second volume of the Discovering Life’s Story series by bestselling author Joy Hakim, the theory of evolution takes hold – transforming ideas about survival, extinction and life itself.Can species change? Or become extinct? In the eighteenth century, most people didn''t think so. But in the century that followed, our understanding of life was revolutionised. The Evolution of an Idea, the second volume of Discovering Life’s Story, opens with the Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus, who attempts to create an organizing system for the myriad forms of life on earth. It continues into the late 1800s, when two Englishmen – Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace – each develop their own version of a startling new theory of how life-forms change over time, altering the understanding of our place in the great web of life on earth. In this remarkable volume, author Joy Hakim continues charting the path of human discovery and shows how groundbreaking thinkers began to unlock the biological secrets of our own existence.

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