the once and future world order amitav acharya

The epic story of the past, present, and future of world order, revealing how the decline of the West may be a good thing for the world.Since the dawn of the twenty-first century, the West has been in crisis. Social unrest, political polarization, and the rise of other great powers - especially China - threaten to unravel today s Western-led world order. Many fear this would lead to global chaos. But the West has never had a monopoly on order. Surveying five thousand years of global history, political scientist Amitav Acharya reveals that world order - the political architecture enabling cooperation and peace among nations - existed long before the rise of the West. Moving from ancient Sumer, India, Greece, and Mesoamerica, through medieval caliphates and Eurasian empires into the present, Acharya shows that humanitarian values, economic interdependence, and rules of inter-state conduct emerged across the globe over millennia. History suggests order will endure even as the West retreats. In fact, the end of Western dominance offers us the opportunity to build a better world, where non-Western nations find more voice, power, and prosperity. Instead of fearing the future, the West should learn from history and cooperate with the Rest to forge a more equitable order. This is the definitive account of how world order evolved and why it will survive the decline of the West.

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The epic history of world order, revealing how the decline of the West may be a good thing for its future. Since the dawn of the twenty-first century, the West has been in crisis. Social unrest, political polarization, and the rise of other great powers - especially China - threaten to unravel today s Western-led world order. Many fear this would lead to global chaos. But this is a Western illusion. Surveying five thousand years of global history, political scientist Amitav Acharya reveals that world order existed long before the rise of the West. Moving from ancient Sumer, India, Greece, and Mesoamerica, through medieval caliphates and Eurasian empires into the present, Acharya shows that humanitarian values, economic interdependence, and rules of inter-state conduct emerged across the globe over millennia. History suggests order will endure even as the West retreats. Instead of fearing the future, the West should learn from history and cooperate with the Rest to forge a more equitable order.

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The classic novel of King Arthur.A beautiful paperback edition of The Once and Future King, White s masterful retelling of the Arthurian legend.T.H. White s masterful retelling of the Arthurian legend is an abiding classic. Here all five volumes that make up the story are published together in a single volume, as White himself always wished.This is the tale of King Arthur and his shining Camelot; of Merlyn and Owl and Guinevere; of beasts who talk and men who fly; of knights, wizardry and war.It is the book of all things lost and wonderful and sad; the masterpiece of fantasy by which all others are judged.Contains The Sword in the Stone, The Witch in the Wood , The Ill-Made Knight, The Candle in the Wind and The Book of Merlyn.

Objev podobné jako The Once and Future King - T. H. White

Glorious . . . a tale that will sweep you away Yangsze Choo, New York Times bestselling author of The Night Tiger A gorgeous and thrilling paean to the ferocious power of women Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Strange the Dreamer In 1893, there s no such thing as witches. There used to be, in the wild, dark days before the burnings began, but now witching is nothing but tidy charms and nursery rhymes. If the modern woman wants any measure of power, she must find it at the ballot box. But when the three Eastwood sisters join the suffragists of New Salem, they begin to pursue the forgotten ways that might turn the women s movement into the witch s movement. Stalked by shadows and sickness, hunted by forces who will not suffer a witch to vote - and perhaps not even to live - the sisters must delve into the oldest magics, draw new alliances, and heal the bond between them if they want to survive. There s no such thing as witches. But there will be. Praise for The Once and Future Witches: A brilliant dazzle of a book . . . I devoured it in enormous gulps, and utterly loved it Kat Howard, author of The Unkindness of Ghosts Compelling, exhilarating and magical - a must-read Booklist (starred review) Delightful . . . a tale of women s battle for equality, of fairy tales twisted into wonderfully witchy spells, of magics both large and small, and history re-imagined Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches A love letter to folklore and the rebellious women of history Publishers Weekly A breathtaking book - brilliant and raw and dark and complicated Sarah Gailey, author of Magic for Liars

Objev podobné jako The Once and Future Witches - Alix E. Harrowová

From the ground-breaking graphics journalist and author of Palestine, a revelatory investigation of the deadly sectarian riots in 2013 Uttar Pradesh, India, and their urgent global significance todayCompared to other episodes of lethal Indian communal violence, the clashes in Uttar Pradesh in 2013, the Muzaffarnagar Riot, were a relatively small-scale affair. It had happened before and will probably happen again: Hindus and Muslims, armed with guns and swords, riled up by vitriolic rhetoric and a tangle of accusations, turn on one another. The truth fragments along religious lines, both in the lead-up to the rampage and in its bloody aftermath. Joe Sacco immerses himself in Uttar Pradesh, speaking to government officials, political leaders, village chiefs, and especially the victims, who were mostly landless peasants, in a quest to understand this riot as an archetype of political violence. In the process, he probes the role of savagery in a democracy; the power of crowds, rather than leaders, to influence the course of events; the collision of competing narratives; and the accounts that perpetrators construct to explain away their participation in bloodshed. Sacco has chronicled the urgent histories that define the world around us, from the Great War to Gaza. Here, the award winning cartoonist turns his masterful visual reportage to a story that is specific to India but with implications and resonance for us all. *PRAISE FOR JOE SACCO: One of the masters of his craft New Statesman A pioneer of the genre TLS Formidably talented. Independent The hands-down boss of his particular corner of contemporary literature Dazed Confused Sacco s brilliant, excruciating books of war reportage are potent territory... He shows how much that is crucial to our lives a book can hold New York Times Book Review

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Sometimes legends don t tell the whole story. After the sudden death of her boyfriend, Vera would have been happy to spend her life completely unnoticeable, washing bedsheets and cleaning toilets in a Glastonbury hotel. But everything changes when a strange new guest reveals himself to be Merlin and drags her back to seventh century Camelot, a place she knows only from legends. He tells her that only Vera (or Queen Guinevere, as Merlin calls her) can right the course of history and save Arthur s kingdom from the will of a power-hungry mage.There s one enormous problem: Guinevere was the sole witness to the curse that s now draining the kingdom of its magic, and Vera doesn t remember anything from that life. And with Camelot s peace ebbing ever closer to shattering, she s running out of time.Working with Merlin s magic to retrieve her long-lost memories brings more questions than answers: why is it that King Arthur, who treats his subjects with such benevolence, can t even stand to look at her? And why does that make Vera s soul feel like it s splitting in two? What robbed her of her memories in the first place . . . and, most importantly, why?As Vera is about to discover, in a world of legend and power, the secrets of her memories are only the beginning . . .

Objev podobné jako The Once and Future Queen - Paula Lafferty

A vibrant and illuminating exploration of medieval thinking on womenâ ™s beauty, sexuality and behaviour

Objev podobné jako The Once and Future Sex - Eleanor Janega

Trapped in an arranged marriage to a man she does not love, Nehal dreams of attending the Weaving Academy. There, she can take control of her powers, bending any water to her will, and pursue a glorious future on the battlefield with the first all-female military regiment. Her husband, indifferent and secretive, is in love with another woman, a poor bookseller named Giorgina.Giorgina has her own secret. She is an earthweaver with dangerously uncontrollable powers. Her only solace comes from meetings with the Daughters of Izdihar, a women s rights group fighting for freedom. They come from very different means, yet Nehal and Giorgina have more in common than they think.Enticed by the group s enigmatic leader Malak Mamdouh, the two women are drawn into a web of politics, violence and threats of war as they find themselves fighting to earn - and keep - a lasting freedom.A powerful feminist fantasy set in an Egyptian-inspired world, with breathtaking elemental magic and sapphic romance, perfect for fans of The Jasmine Throne and The Once and Future Witches.

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_______________ A coolly literary masterpiece - Greil Marcus, Esquire Sad, funny, brilliant - The Daily Telegraph In classic fish-out-of-water fashion Young writes with wry amusement alongside a fair bit of affection for his icy boss - The Times_______________Fully updated with a new introduction, this is the story of Nico, former model, film actress, singer with the Velvet Underground and darling of Andy Warhol s factory, when the world had all but forgotten her.In 1982 Nico was living in Manchester, interested mainly in feeding her heroin habit. Local promoter Alan Wise (⠘Dr Demetrius⠙) hired musicians, rented a van and set off with the band on a tour of Italy. James Young played keyboards for Nico throughout this period.Over six years, until her death in 1988, Nico toured the world, encountering poets, artists, gangsters, losers and drifters. Fellow-spirits including John Cale, Allen Ginsberg, Gregory Corso and John Cooper Clarke are among those who appear in this classic memoir of Nico ⠘the last bohemian⠙._______________ Stunning ... Nico is so HERE in this wonderful narrative; I recognized her right away. James Young was the keyboard player in Nico s very insane bande à part on the last tours of her life and is a spectacular writer; let him be your perfect witness from the nomadic court of the once and future goddess of the musical underground - Danny Fields, friend of Nico, and manager of The Ramones, Iggy Pop and The Stooges

Objev podobné jako Nico, Songs They Never Play on the Radio - James Young

In this fascinating science book, a behavioral and bat ecologist reintroduces readers to bats, redeeming their historically bad reputation. These woefully misunderstood creatures dwell in darkness, inspire fear, and threaten danger. They’ve been viewed as the pawns of evil deities and taken the undeserved blame for the spread of deadly viruses. The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats provides a fresh introduction to these curious flying mammals, explaining how they experience the world through unique senses, where and how they fly, the origins of their complex relationships with humans, and how we can learn from them—not only to coexist, but potentially grow healthier and wiser together. Over 180 personality-filled photographs showcase the rich diversity of bats from all over the world.

Objev podobné jako The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats - Alyson Brokaw

In The City and the World, Gregor Hens explores the city in the twenty-first century ⠓ a space we shape and are shaped by in turn ⠓ and our place within it. Travelling from Berlin to Las Vegas, Shenzhen to Santiago de Chile, he moves through these pulsing, ever-expanding cityscapes, reading, walking, swimming, riding the metro and catching the bus, bearing witness to the strange vitality of urban life. Everywhere, catalysts for new understandings emerge. Pushing his young daughter⠙s pram turns Berlin upside-down. Students⠙ exercises in getting lost and reorienting themselves throw into question notions of centre and periphery. Google Maps becomes an unexpected gallery, offering new ways of encountering art and architecture. Buildings hold their own histories and secrets, illuminated by chroniclers of Hens⠙s cities, from Virginia Woolf and Georges Perec to Rem Koolhaas and Valeria Luiselli. Even libraries become cities in their own right. Blending memoir, travelogue and philosophy with photography and literary insights, The City and the World is a witty, captivating, illuminating and expansive journey into the heart of the modern city.

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A fundamental principle of biblical interpretation is the importance of context--historical, literary, and canonical. But an often-neglected source of context for understanding Scripture is the field of archaeology. The physical and cultural world we inhabit affects us deeply, and that was no less true for the original writers and readers of Scripture. Archaeology provides insights into important questions like, What did these believers see day to day? What messages did they receive from their environment? What social practices influenced them?In the second of three planned volumes, New Testament scholar David deSilva uses archaeological findings to explore places that provide important windows into Jesus s religious, political, and cultural environment. This visually compelling and beautifully designed book contains over 250 full-color photographs of sites and artifacts. The author focuses on the fruits of archaeology pertaining to sites associated with Jesus s travels and ministry and their connections with specific Gospel texts. This book helps readers visualize the early first-century environment of Jesus, his opponents, and his followers.This volume will be an important supplemental textbook for courses on the New Testament and for anyone who wants to better understand the lived context of Jesus and his audiences.

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Set on a Bengali noble s estate in 1908, this is both a love story and a novel of political awakening. The central character, Bimala, is torn between the duties owed to her husband, Nikhil, and the demands made on her by the radical leader, Sandip. Her attempts to resolve the irreconciliable pressures of the home and world reflect the conflict in India itself, and the tragic outcome foreshadows the unrest that accompanied Partition in 1947.

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Phenomenal... Utterly absorbing Sunday Times, Book of the Week [A] fabulous romp of a book ***** Mail on Sunday A Financial Times Book to Read in 2023 In 1835, Lord Brougham founded Cannes, introducing bathing and the manicured lawn to the wilds of the Mediterranean coast. Today, much of that shore has become a concrete mass from which escape is an exclusive dream. In the intervening years, the stretch of seaboard from the red mountains of the Esterel to the Italian border hosted a cultural phenomenon well in excess of its tiny size. A mere handful of towns and resorts created by foreign visitors - notably English, Russian and American - attracted the talented, rich and famous as well as those who wanted to be. For nearly two centuries of creativity, luxury, excess, scandal, war and corruption, the dark and sparkling world of the Riviera was a temptation for everybody who was anybody. Often frivolous, it was also a potent cultural matrix that inspired the likes of Picasso, Matisse, Coco Chanel, Scott Fitzgerald, Cole Porter, James Baldwin, Katherine Mansfield, the Rolling Stones, Sartre and Stravinsky.In Once Upon a Time World, Jonathan Miles presents the remarkable story of the small strip of French coast that lured the world to its shores. It is a wild and unforgettable tale that follows the Riviera s transformation from paradise and wilderness to a pollution imperilled concrete jungle.

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Get lost in the diverse and beautiful world of plants and fungi - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Plants and Fungi presents the stunning breadth of plant and fungus varieties that fill the Earth. What is the difference between a plant and a fungus? What exactly is the purpose of a pine cone? Which plants can survive in the driest deserts, and which prefer the hot, humid tropics? This book has the answers and so many more facts filling the beautifully illustrated pages.A Whole World of is a book series looking at the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth - the defining features and evolutionary branches - and encourages readers age 7 and up to consider why it is important to maintain biodiversity. Written by award-winning author, Anna Claybourne, with artwork by award-winning illustrator, Yekyung Kwon.Books in the series:A Whole World of Mammals/A Whole World of Prehistoric Life/A Whole World of Minibeasts/A Whole World of Birds/A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals/A Whole World of Plants and Fungi

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â ˜A tour of those far-flung places where Romans rarely dared to ventureâ ™ The Timesâ ˜A strikingly original take . . . uncovering forgotten stories of life on the peripheryâ ™ Spectator This is the book for expanding your ancient history horizon Tristan Hughes, host of The Ancients podcastWhat was it like to live on the edges of ancient empires, at the boundaries of the known world? When Ovid was exiled from Rome to a border town on the Black Sea, he despaired at his new bleak and barbarous surroundings. Like many Greeks and Romans, Ovid thought the outer reaches of his world was where civilisation ceased to exist. Our fascination with the Greek and Roman world, and the abundance of writing that we have from it, means that we usually explore the ancient world from this perspective too. Was Ovidâ ™s exile really as bad as he claimed? What was it truly like to live on the edges of these empires, on the boundaries of the known world?Thanks to archaeological excavations, we now know that the borders of the empires we consider the â ˜heartâ ™ of civilisation were in fact thriving, vibrant cultures â “ just not ones we might expect. This is where the boundaries of â ˜civilisedâ ™ and â ˜barbariansâ ™ began to dissipate; where the rules didn t always apply; where normally juxtaposed cultures intermarried; and where nomadic tribes built their own cities.Taking us along the sandy caravan routes of Morocco to the freezing winters of the northern Black Sea, from Co-Loa in the Red River valley of Vietnam to the rain-lashed forts south of Hadrianâ ™s Wall, Owen Rees explores the powerful empires and diverse peoples in Europe, Asia and Africa beyond the reaches of Greece and Rome. In doing so, he offers us a new, brilliantly rich lens with which to understand the ancient world.

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Get lost in the varied and shimmering world of rocks and minerals - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals presents the stunning breadth of rock and mineral varieties that make up our Earth. How do crystals form? What make some stones precious? Why is carbon so multi-talented, and which type of rock contain most of the fossils we find? This book has the answers and so many more facts filling the beautifully illustrated pages.A Whole World of is a book series looking at the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth - the defining features and evolutionary branches - and encourages readers age 7 and up to consider why it is important to maintain this diversity. Written by award-winning author, Anna Claybourne, with artwork by award-winning illustrator, Yekyung Kwon.Books in the series:A Whole World of Mammals/A Whole World of Prehistoric Life/A Whole World of Minibeasts/A Whole World of Birds/A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals/A Whole World of Plants and Fungi

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Taking the history of the world as its basis might seem a mammoth task but this fascinating book does just that, breaking the whole lot down into ten enthralling chapters that cover the ages and the world, from the Bronze Age up until the end of the Second World War.With over 5,500 years to choose from, and a whole world of events, you can be sure there is no shortage of intriguing history to explore. From the first empires and civilizations, through the Ancient world of the Middle East and Africa; the Parthian Empire; the Golden Age of India; the ancient dynasties of China; the founding of Rome and the Roman republic; Peruvian cultures; The Middle Ages; the Byzantine Empire; Mayan culture; the Crusades; the rise of the Ottoman Empire; the Renaissance – this far-reaching book will test the knowledge of any history lover and provide the ultimate challenge for even the most knowledgeable historian.With questions ranging through multiple choice, truth or fiction, maps and pictures, you will find there is always something new to learn about the world.

Objev podobné jako The History of the World Quiz Book - Meredith MacArdle

An entire sea of water can t sink a shipâ ¦unless it gets insideI Ate the Whole World to Find You maps the topography of trauma, treasures, and loss imposed onto the body of Jenny, a twenty-something-going-on-thirty-something partial hot mess whoâ ™s routing her way more firmly into adulthood. As she navigates friendship, family, and romantic relationships, will her inability to communicate destroy her, or ultimately be her rebirth?A coworker-turned-prospective-lover confesses a hard-to-swallow fetish. A train ride fantastically goes off the rails as old habits get dragged across the tracks. Cousins revisit summer holiday blissâ ”or was it really horror? Exes fumble an attempt to reconnect over a dip in the pool on a squelching summer day. And an expectant mother slips into an unusual place as she embarks on a communion with her baby more pure than language can accommodate.Set against an exquisitely lush Australian backdrop, Rachel Angâ ™s pencils are fluid yet scratchy, precise and evocative, bringing to life the inner and external world of Jenny with stunning realism and gushing imagination. Sprinkled with speculative fiction and fantasy, Angâ ™s radiant debut collection introduces a dynamic voice to comics, and establishes Ang as one of the most exciting short-story writers working in comics today.

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London, 1936. Two sisters are ready to take the city and the world by storm. Bath, 2012. Two young Black men are figuring out who they are, and who they want to become. Manny Powell is forthright, intellectual, and determined to make her mark on the London literary scene. Her younger sister, Rita â ˜The Babyâ ™, just wants to dance. Chasing their dreams across smoky Soho jazz clubs, they soon find themselves part of the burgeoning Black ambition movement, and must learn how to navigate it as women. As tensions rise, and fascism and war snap at their heels, Rita finds herself drawn to the mysterious mimic and trumpeter, Ezekiel Brown, from Jamaica, and the trio are faced with choices that will alter their lives forever. Itai has fled London to his late fatherâ ™s flat in Bath. Listening to cassette tapes his father made, he realises there is a lot he doesnâ ™t know about the manâ ™s life â ” who is Rita? Why did his father record her life story? And might she hold the answers to Itaiâ ™s questions? Meanwhile, his developing friendship with Josh, a young athlete who moonlights as a dealer to fund his training, is on unsteady ground. As the country prepares for the 2012 Olympics, Josh is under increasing pressure from his bosses to find out just what the hell Itai is really doing in their city. Manny and the Baby is a character-driven debut novel, full of heart, about what it means to be Black and British, now and in the past.

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This stunning new edition of Fourth Wing features gorgeous stenciled edges designed to match Iron Flame and Onyx Storm-bringing all three books together in one striking visual set. Available as a limited first print run in the U.S. and Canada only.A #1 New York Times bestseller * TV series in development at MGM Amazon Studios with Michael B. Jordan s Outlier Society * Amazon Best Books of the Year, #4 * Apple Best Books of the Year 2023 * Barnes Noble Best Fantasy Book of 2023 * NPR Books We Love 2023 * Audible Best Books of 2023 * Hudson Book of the Year * Google Play Best Books of 2023 * Indigo Best Books of 2023 * Waterstones Book of the Year finalist * Goodreads Choice Award Winner * Newsweek Staffers Favorite Books of 2023 * Paste Magazine s Best Books of 2023 Suspenseful, sexy, and with incredibly entertaining storytelling, the first in Yarros Empyrean series will delight fans of romantic, adventure-filled fantasy. -Booklist, starred review Fourth Wing will have your heart pounding from beginning to end... A fantasy like you ve never read before. -#1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. ArmentroutEnter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from #1 New York Times bestselling author Rebecca YarrosTwenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general-also known as her tough-as-talons mother-has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders.But when you re smaller than everyone else and your body is brittle, death is only a heartbeat away...because dragons don t bond to fragile humans. They incinerate them.With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. The rest would kill her just for being her mother s daughter-like Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader in the Riders Quadrant.She ll need every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise.Yet, with every day that passes, the war outside grows more deadly, the kingdom s protective wards are failing, and the death toll continues to rise. Even worse, Violet begins to suspect leadership is hiding a terrible secret.Friends, enemies, lovers. Everyone at Basgiath War College has an agenda-because once you enter, there are only two ways out: graduate or die.The Empyrean series is best enjoyed in order.Reading Order:Book #1 Fourth WingBook #2 Iron FlameBook #3 Onyx Storm

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Learn how to be fully present in the ever-changing moment• Explains how to use the oracle for divination, detailing the 64 hexagrams and the esoteric significance of each changing line• Explores key concepts that are culturally embedded in the Chinese understanding of the I Ching to give readers greater confidence in interpreting the oracle’s answers• Teaches readers the way to secure favorable outcomes by properly aligning with each moment of changeFor millennia people have consulted the I Ching to make sense of life’s challenges. This new translation of the ancient classic teaches readers how to be fully present in the ever-changing moment.With the wisdom of twenty years of contemplation and study, Peter Muller guides readers through the mechanics of using the Oracle. From phrasing one’s questions with intention and integrity to understanding the innerworkings of each of the 64 hexagrams, the author reveals his mastery over the secrets of the I Ching. He explores the esoteric significance of each changing line and gives illustrations from daily life to amplify their meanings for our time and for more complete and accurate readings. From his understanding of the unique role of sage wisdom—where knowledge, listening, and contact with the supernatural and heavenly world collide—Muller empowers readers to work through challenges in a constantly fluid state, securing favorable outcomes by properly aligning with each moment of change.This book also explains the concepts that are culturally embedded in the Chinese understanding of this system of guidance, giving readers greater confidence in their interpretation of how the hexagrams respond to their questions. Integrating the I Ching’s lessons will elevate your inner guidance so that, in time, you become capable of sensing the energetic shifts of each moment and can adapt to them effortlessly. When chaos overtakes order, the I Ching serves as a light to illuminate your way.

Objev podobné jako The Book of Changes, Troubles, Problems, Lightness, and Calm - Péter Müller

Dive into the surreal and absurdist world of Franz Kafka with this compendium containing some of his most captivating short stories. Including the deeply harrowing In the Penal Colony and his breakthrough tale, The Judgement , as well as some of his lesser-known works, this newly translated assortment provides a unique look at one of the twentieth century s most visionary writers.From isolating mountain journeys and unexpected accidents to strained family relationships, the stories within capture the human experience and offer unparalleled commentary on everything from the ordinary to the bizarre. Deeply introspective and brimming with wisdom, Kafka s writing is as eye opening today as when it was first published.This edition features a new translation by Debra De-Jong, an insightful introduction, and a bold, atmospheric cover design.ABOUT THE SERIES: This Arcturus Classic is a delightful, high-quality paperback of a classic work of literature with striking contemporary cover designs.

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In his quest to discover what the future holds for mankind, the Time Traveler creates an ingenious machine— a Time Machine that zips past sunsets, lands, oceans and centuries in the bat of an eyelid. However, instead of making pathbreaking discoveries, the Time Traveler encounters some harsh realities of life, both in the present and future. What happens when the Time Traveler gets stuck in the future? Will he choose to stay in this fantastical, unfamiliar world? Or will he come back home, to a place where no one believes him?

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The race to the North Pole is on! Bundle up and join Flora Stormer and her friends on a magical and self-affirming Arctic adventure.Flora Stormer and her friend Pavan are racing to the North Pole by dog sled, trying to find their friend s missing parents. When they hear about a magical pearl that can show the past and future, Flora realises it could help them solve the mystery. But their arch-enemy Lord Granville is determined to get his greedy hands on it first. Soon, the race to the Arctic becomes a race to the mystic pearl! With polar bears, fierce mermaids, and ferocious sea storms, the Arctic is a dangerous place - even without Lord Granville trying to eliminate the competition. Luckily, Flora has friendship - and magic - on her side!

Objev podobné jako Flora Stormer and the Mystic Pearl - Isabella Harcourt

Get lost in the diverse and bustling world of mammals - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Mammals presents the stunning breadth of mammal varieties that roam Earth. Who is related to whom? Which type can swim, or fly ... or lay eggs? Where do most mammals with pouches call home, and which mammals live in our homes (whether as pets or uninvited guests)? This book has the answers and so many more facts filling the beautifully illustrated pages.A Whole World of is a book series looking at the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth - the defining features and evolutionary branches - and encourages readers age 7 and up to consider why it is important to maintain biodiversity. Written by award-winning author, Anna Claybourne, with artwork by award-winning illustrator, Yekyung Kwon.Books in the series:A Whole World of Mammals/A Whole World of Prehistoric Life/A Whole World of Minibeasts/A Whole World of Birds/A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals/A Whole World of Plants and Fungi

Objev podobné jako A Whole World of...: Mammals - Anna Claybourneová

Get lost in the diverse and bustling world of minibeasts - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Minibeasts presents the stunning breadth of minibeast varieties that roam Earth, including everything from insects to arachnids, slugs, snails and worms to millipedes and teeny, tiny tardigrades. Who is related to whom? Which type swim or fly or hop? Which have the coolest camouflage, and which have the most legs (over 1,000!)? This book has the answers and so many more facts filling the beautifully illustrated pages.A Whole World of is a book series looking at the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth - the defining features and evolutionary branches - and encourages readers age 7 and up to consider why it is important to maintain biodiversity. Written by award-winning author, Anna Claybourne, with artwork by award-winning illustrator, Yekyung Kwon.Books in the series:A Whole World of Mammals/A Whole World of Prehistoric Life/A Whole World of Minibeasts/A Whole World of Birds/A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals/A Whole World of Plants and Fungi

Objev podobné jako A Whole World of...: Minibeasts - Anna Claybourneová

Get lost in the diverse and bustling world of birds - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Birds presents the stunning breadth of bird varieties that fill the Earth. Who is related to whom? Which type fly at night, fly the fastest ... or can t fly at all? Where do the most colourful birds call home, and which live at sea? This book has the answers and so many more facts filling the beautifully illustrated pages.A Whole World of is a book series looking at the extraordinary diversity of life on Earth - the defining features and evolutionary branches - and encourages readers age 7 and up to consider why it is important to maintain biodiversity. Written by award-winning author, Anna Claybourne, with artwork by award-winning illustrator, Yekyung Kwon.Books in the series:A Whole World of Mammals/A Whole World of Prehistoric Life/A Whole World of Minibeasts/A Whole World of Birds/A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals/A Whole World of Plants and Fungi

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Learn to draw all kinds of cute aquatic creatures doing all sorts of silly things through 80 step-by-step tutorials. In Kawaii Underwater World, popular Instagram artist Olive Yong (@bichi.mao) and author of Kawaii Kitties and Kawaii Doggies turns her attention to the adorable and dynamic world of sea life! For beginners and experts alike, learn how to draw your favorite sea creatures—sharks, otters, capybaras, seals, whales, axolotls, and many more—in and out of the water, doing all sorts of silly and endearing things in a simple drawing style. Along with the tutorials, Olive shares:An introduction to the kawaii art aestheticSuggestions for drawing toolsTips for drawing and coloring the aquatic creaturesA facial expression directoryColoring pages swarming with sea creatures So, get ready to make a splash with your new drawing skills, as well as be inspired to create your own underwater world and your favorite swimmers doing their favorite things.Learn how to draw even more cute things with these other fun books in the Kawaii series: Kawaii Birdies, Kawaii Doodle Café, Kawaii Doodle Class, Kawaii Doodle Cuties, Mini Kawaii Doodle Class, Mini Doodle Cuties, and Kawaii Doodle World.

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During his campaign for President in 2016, Senator Bernie Sanders stated over and over again that the future of America was dependent upon its willingness to start a political revolution. Real change never occurs from the top down - it always happens from the bottom up. That s what he said when he ran for President, and that s what he believes now more than ever. At a time of massive and growing wealth inequality, with the US moving closer and closer to an oligarchic form of society, and in the shadow of the most reactionary Presidency in the history of the Republic, Sanders is calling for an unprecedented grassroots political movement to stand up to the greed of the billionaire class and the politicians they own. And the good news is, progress is being made. In this important new book, America s most popular political figure speaks about what he s been doing to oppose the Trump agenda and strengthen the progressive movement, how America can go forward as a nation and the impact that can have on the global stage. In an era that leaves many would-be liberal and progressive voters feeling frustrated about politics, Bernie Sanders shows what he stands for, not just what he stands against. In this book, he details the core values of the progressive movement and translates them into the actions that will truly uplift the nation and the world.

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The 2010s saw Netflix take on Hollywood, indie movies make history, and Star Wars strike back. Look back on the very best of film from 2011–2020 in this new compendium distilling the big-screen spirit of the decade. Entries featuring stills, detailed synopses, and trivia guide us across the Marvel Universe and through landmark projects such as Boyhood, Get Out, and Parasite. A must-have for any serious film fan! The movies that shaped the 2010s Cinema has likely never been written off so often. In the decade of the 2010s, it is true, much has changed – both in how we watch movies, and in how we see ourselves. Social media and the internet have shaped a new understanding of the self and the world. As streaming services multiplied our viewing options and video games offered alluring realities of their own, the big screen faced serious competition. Even before the usual delays between theatrical release and further distribution became ever shorter, movies often found themselves downgraded to mere “content”, to be clicked at on colorful screen tiles. Are all that remain to cinema its cult of celebrity, blockbusters, and computer-animated visual effects? Quite the contrary – even a cursory glance at our anthology reveals a cinema that is surprisingly diverse, dynamic, and above all alive and kicking, resulting in a decade that was anything but boring, monotonous, and doomed to extinction. And in all honesty: Would you really be satisfied watching all the films compiled here purely via streaming? The movie theater remains a place of yearning, and our book lets you feel its powerful breath. Each of the 100 most compelling movies of the decade is discussed in detail by editor Jürgen Müller and his team of authors, and illustrated with a wealth of visual material. The volume also includes biographies of actors and directors, box-office takings, background information, and a comprehensive list of Oscar® winners from 2012 to 2021. For Jürgen Müller and Philipp Bühler in their wide-ranging introduction, Quentin Tarantino’s masterpiece Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood (2019) offers the perfect metaphor for the contradictions and ambivalences of contemporary cinema. This volume is a new milestone for all cineastes and movie lovers! The editor Jürgen Müller holds the chair of Early Modern and Modern Art History at the Technical University of Dresden. He studied art history at the universities of Bochum, Mu¨nster, Pisa, Paris and Amsterdam, and has worked as an art critic and curated numerous exhibitions. He is also the editor of TASCHEN’s movies by decade series. 100 Movies of the 2010s Jürgen Müller Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.77 kg, 880 pages ISBN 978-3-8365-8438-8Edition: English

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COLLECTIVE WINNER OF THE HIGHLAND BOOK PRIZE AND SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZEâ ˜This is the book that has been wanting to be written for decades: the ragged fringe of Britain as a laboratory for the human spiritâ ™ Adam NicolsonOver the course of a year, leading historian and nature writer David Gange kayaked the weather-ravaged coasts of Atlantic Britain and Ireland from north to south: every cove, sound, inlet, island.The idea was to travel slowly and close to the water: in touch with both the natural world and the histories of communities on Atlantic coastlines. The story of his journey is one of staggering adventure, range and beauty. For too long, Gange argues, the significance of coasts has been underestimated, and the potential of small boats as tools to make sense of these histories rarely explored. This book seeks to put that imbalance right.Paddling alone in sun and storms, among dozens of whales and countless seabirds, Gange and his kayak travelled through a Shetland summer, Scottish winter and Irish spring before reaching Wales and Cornwall. Sitting low in the water, as did millions in eras when coasts were the main arteries of trade and communication, Gange describes, in captivating prose and loving detail, the experiences of kayaking, coastal living and historical discovery.Drawing on the archives of islands and coastal towns, as well as their vast poetic literatures in many languages, he shows that the neglected histories of these stunning regions are of real importance in understanding both the past and future of the whole archipelago. It is a history of Britain and Ireland like no other.

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All kinds of secrets get lost at sea...Ella loves the nomadic lifestyle of working on a luxury superyacht. She can leave her past behind and over the years she s found a new family to return to every summer ⠓ the crew of the Ananke.Now she s returning to work on the Ananke following a tragedy the previous summer, when one of the deckhands died in an accident. Newcomer Ashley was confident, capable and beloved by everyone.But everything Ashley told them was a lie. And if nobody knows who you really are, then can someone get away with your murder? As the Ananke sets sail again, it becomes clear that nothing about last summer was as it seemed...A tense and unputdownable thriller perfect for fans of Below Deck, Catherine Cooper and Cameron Ward.Praise for The Crew With all the upstairs-downstairs glamour and resentments of a super yacht, and absolute must-read for Below Deck fans. Loved it Catherine Cooper Fantastic and so gripping Cass Green⠘Sun, sea and secrets aplenty in this thrilling novel set in the world of luxury sailing. There⠙s a darkness that intensified with every page and a richness to the characters that makes The Crew utterly compelling⠙ Marion Todd⠘Below Deck meets GW Shaw in this superb psychological thriller. The Crew is a brilliantly twisted tale of secrets and revenge, set in the weird and wonderful world of the super yachting community. With its great cast of characters and a truly shocking twist, this will keep you reading late into the night⠙ Sheila Bugler⠘The thriller of the year. Great plot and a twist I didn⠙t see coming. Highly recommend.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘Could not put it down. This was like Below Deck but with a mysterious criminal side, and I⠙m here for it! I absolutely loved this book.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘I was addicted from the prologue. It ebbs and flows very nicely between past and present and has a very very good ending. An idyllic Greek setting makes it the perfect five-star holiday read.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘What a book! Wow! This book had a bit of everything ⠦ suspense, intrigue, action, murder, revenge and some crazy twists and turns. The storyline was so interesting and had me glued to my Kindle!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘I could not put this fantastic thriller down ⠦ definitely one of my favourites this year.⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘Packed full of intrigue and full of complicated characters ⠓ twisty, clever and SOOO good! The setting is incredible ⠦ It s a pacy book that will keep you absolutely hooked ⠦ you will not see the final twist coming!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘If you love thrillers and Below Deck, this is for you! Very fast-paced and I loved the ending. I will not be able to stop thinking about this book for a while!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review⠘I COULDN⠙T PUT IT DOWN! ADVICE: don⠙t start reading it in the evening if you want to sleep!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

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Jenny starts her training as a nanny, but does she have what it takes and will her family survive without her?It is 1962 and 17-year-old Jenny is finally able to train for her dream job as a nanny. The residential training is tough Matron takes no prisoners but Jenny bonds with her two roommates, Bernice and Rita, and loves helping the children. If only her family life could be so happy her brother, Maurice, is a wrong un and seems to have some hold over her father, and Jenny has never got over the sudden disappearance of her mother. Finally, Jenny gets her first nanny job, heading for the bright lights of London at the dawn of the Swinging Sixties. Suddenly she is thrust into the lifestyle of the rich at a household in the affluent West End, working for a family whose busy lifestyle means that their child is neglected. Can Jenny heal their family - and her own?Readers adore this story and can t wait for more in the series: A great story with great characters, can t wait to read more. Reader Review Brilliantly written, loved this book, highly recommended. Reader Review I loved this book, most of the historical fiction I read is set much earlier so it was a delight to learn more about life in the 60 s. Reader Review A brilliant start to a new series! I absolutely loved it. Looking forward to the next one already! Reader Review A delightful look at England in the 1960s and the world of private Nannies I can t wait for the next one! Reader Review I was engaged from the start. Reader Review I really loved this story. Reader Review I loved reading this story and hopefully will get more about the nannies in future books. Reader Review A joy to read. Reader Review This had all the things we want from a book like this: the heart, the emotions, the plot and pacing. it was all woven together in exactly the right ways. Reader Review

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THE BESTSELLING EXTENSION TO THE INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON, YOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFE THAT HAS SOLD MORE THAN 50 MILLION COPIES A CLASSIC STEP-BY-STEP BLUEPRINT FOR HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF AND DISCOVER YOUR POWER WITHINLouise Hay expands on her philosophies in You Can Heal Your Life of loving yourself through: · Learning to listen and trust your inner voice· Loving your inner child · Letting your true feelings out...· Discovering your strength so you can take charge of your life...and much moreThe more you connect to the Power within you, the more you can be free in all areas of your life. This inspiring book will help you have confidence and overcome the blocks, limiting beliefs, and barriers to loving yourself out of the way, so you can love yourself no matter what circumstance you happen to be going through.You⠙ll learn how to react to problems differently using positive affirmations and a new mindset so you have more peace. After many years counseling clients and conducting hundreds of intensive training programs, self-help pioneer Louise Hay said the one thing that heals every problem is to love yourself and The Power is Within You will show you how.This book will be an essential steppingstone on your path of self-discovery and is a roadmap on how to change for the better by loving and taking care of yourself, starting today.The Power is Within You Chapters Include:PART ONE - BECOMING CONSCIOUSThe Power WithinFollowing My Inner VoiceThe Power of Your Spoken WordReprogramming Old TapesPART TWO - DISSOLVING THE BARRIERSUnderstanding The Blocks That Bind YouLetting Your Feelings Out Moving Beyond The PainPART THREE - LOVING YOURSELFHow To Love YourselfLoving The Child WithinGrowing Up and Getting OldPART FOUR - APPLYING YOUR INNER WISDOMReceiving ProsperityExpressing Your Creativity The Totality of PossibilitiesPART FIVE - LETTING GO OF THE PASTChange and TransitionA World Where It s Safe to Love Each Other⠜I feel an important thing to be aware of is that the Power we are all seeking out there is also within us and readily available to us to use in positive ways. May this book reveal to you how very powerful you really are.The information in this book, which has been a part of my lectures, and new ideas since writing You Can Heal Your Life, is an opportunity to know a little more about yourself and to understand the potential that is your birthright. You have an opportunity to love yourself more, so you can be a part of an incredible universe of love. Love begins in our hearts, and it begins with us. Let your love contribute to the healing of our planet.⠝Life loves you and so do I,Louise Hay

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Before the Elf on the Shelf, there was a young boy called Nicholas who had to find the courage to save the enchanted world of the elves, One True North.Shipwrecked in the Arctic Tundra, a young Nicholas and his loyal dog, Barry, stumble upon the enchanted and mysterious world of One True Northâ “home to gnomes, fairies, and, of course, magical elves. Nicholas discovers that these special creatures protect a powerful relic known as the Lumistella Stone, a shard of the Christmas star that fell to Earth thousands of years ago. To those who believe, the stone holds the power to spread goodwill and love throughout the universe. But its strength can be extinguished. Gangleri, a powerful force driven by greed and hate, seeks to snatch the Lumistella Stone for his own sinister ambitions. With his army of twisted monsters and beasts known as Lightalfs, Gangleri will launch an attack that will end One True North forever.Now caught in the crosshairs of an ancient prophecy, Nicholas and his new fellowship must battle Gangleri and his army. Can a little boy find the courage to become the noble hero that One True Northâ “and the rest of the universeâ “so desperately needs? Only if he chooses to believeâ ¦

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In this latest installment of The New York Times bestselling quartet that began with The Beautiful, Pippa journeys to the treacherous and beguiling world of the fey in search of answers but instead falls in love. Following the explosive events of The Damned, Odette faces a vampire’s final death. The Court of the Lions have done everything they can to save her but have failed. A healer from the Sylvan Vale could help her, but only Arjun Desai, as a half fey, can cross the boundary between realms. The Sylvan Vale is a world Arjun despises, and in return, it despises him. But knowing it could save Odette, he returns to the Vale with all haste, leaving the mirrored tare between the two worlds open and unwittingly setting the stage for both love and war. It’s mere days until Pippa Montrose is to wed Phoebus Devereux and become a member of his well-heeled family, offering salvation to her own. But Celine is missing. Pippa has no idea where her best friend has gone, but she’s certain it’s in the company of vampire Sébastien Saint Germain and that Arjun can lead her to them. Pippa enjoins the help of Eloise, the daughter of a powerful sorceress, to discover the gateway Arjun uses to travel between worlds. Pippa, tired of hesitating in life, marches right through in search of her friend. But what she discovers on the other side is a dangerous, duplicitous world full of mischief and magic she doesn’t understand, and most unexpectedly, she finds love. Author of the New York Times bestselling duology The Wrath The Dawn, Renée Ahdieh is back. The Righteous is the can’t-miss lead in to what will be a much-anticipated finale of a can’t miss quartet.

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Welcome to the clever world of computers with this fast-fact-packed exploration of micro-chipped marvels. It s the perfect way for children aged 9+ to brush up on their S.T.E.M. stats and cement what they have learned in class with this fun book.Computers explores the most interesting, amazing and awe-inspiring facts about all kinds of computer in bite-sized chunks of text, so readers won t be overwhelmed with information. Funny illustrations and photos are designed to hold their interest, and help them engage with S.T.E.M. topics.Computers takes a look at the early invention of computers, hardware and software, the Internet and the World Wide Web, games and virtual reality. There is also a fun activity to try out unplugged artificial intelligence coding skills for budding STEMsters to try out!The Stupendous and Tremendous Technology series is ideal for all children aged 9+ who are studying S.T.E.M. topics at school or who are fascinated by how things work. It covers all the core topics in a fun and accessible way.Title in the series:Clever and Crafty ComputersMega and Mighty MachinesRemarkable and Roving RobotsTerrific and Trailblazing TransportAlso available is Stupendous and Tremendous Science:Ecstatic and Excellent EnergyHappy and Healthy Human BodyPowerful and Pongy PlantsSoaring and Spectacular Space

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A gastronomic exploration of Mirazur, the “best restaurant in the world,” and the creative vision of chef Mauro Colagreco. Step into the magical and delicious world of chef Mauro Colagreco’s Mirazur, the three-Michelin–starred restaurant situated along the French Riviera at the foot of the mountains and overlooking the sea. Colagreco’s much-lauded cuisine takes its inspiration from the natural world and the terroir surrounding Mirazur; his personal garden, which brims with aromatic herbs and fragrant citrus trees just across from the restaurant; his Italian Argentinian heritage; and his background training with leading French chefs Bernard Louiseau, Alain Passard, Alain Ducasse, and Guy Martin. More than just a cookbook, Mauro and Laura Colagreco’s Mirazur: Under the Sign of the Moon unearths the chef’s unique vision and earth-honoring philosophy for food. The sustainable gastronomy translates into four menus, each following the lunar calendar. Food lovers will discover recipes of gastronomic excellence around four components (roots, leafs, flowers, and fruits) and journey through the gardens and orchards that have helped Mirazur grow to become the best restaurant in the world. Among the recipes included are: Turnip and Shellfish Tartlet; Carrot, Kumquat, and Pork Belly Terrine; Menton Onion, Caramote Shrimp, and Red Shiso; Celery Root and Squid Tagliatelle; Lamb Millefeuille; Radicchio Ravioli and Wild Boar Consommé; Petit Pois and Elderflower Ragout; Osmanthus, Langoustine, and Green Apple, Baby Fava Bean Tartlett and Pistachio, Mallard and Quince Terrine; Chia, Citron, and Venison Tartare; Raspberries and Verbena.With Color Photography by Matteo Carassale

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A brand-new compendium from the Magical Unicorn Society, exploring the shadowy and mysterious world of the Dark Hearts.The Magical Unicorn Society is opening its doors once again to reveal an exciting and previously undiscovered family of unicorns called the Dark Hearts. Long ago, there was a conflict among the unicorn families and a ninth blessing was banished from our world to a dark and dreadful place called the Shadow Realm. Here, they were forced to live in exile with terrifying beasts, but worst of all, the creator of these malevolent creatures, the Demon King himself. Previously undiscovered and misunderstood, it is now time to explore the truth about the Dark Hearts. This beautifully illustrated compendium brings together the untold stories of their creation and banishment, as well as special encounters with the Dark Hearts from all over the world. The book culminates in an epic battle between the nine unicorn families and the dark forces of the Shadow Realm in an effort to protect all life on Earth. Featuring fact files which examine the unique features and special powers of the Dark Hearts, as well as tips for how to spot them in the wild, this compendium presents everything readers need to know about these beautiful and elusive creatures.Also available in the series:The Magical Unicorn Society: Unicorns, Myths and Monsters 9781789293494The Magical Unicorn Society: Baby Unicorns 9781789294811

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?? 101 Akbar-Birbal Stories â “ Timeless Tales of Wisdom and WitStep into the grand court of Emperor Akbar and meet Birbalâ ”the wisest of them all!This beautifully illustrated collection brings together 101 classic tales of Akbar and Birbalâ ”full of humor, cleverness, and timeless lessons. These stories have been told and retold for generations and continue to fascinate young readers and adults alike with their mix of morals, mischief, and Mughal charm.?? What Makes This Book Special: Large, vibrant illustrations bring the royal court to life 101 short and engaging stories with powerful life lessons Ideal for read-aloud sessions with younger children Promotes values like intelligence, honesty, loyalty, and friendship Perfect for independent reading for kids aged 6 and above?? Perfect For: Children aged 6â “12 Fans of Indian folktales and history Parents and educators looking for moral-based stories Gifting during festivals, birthdays, or school eventsLet your child experience India s rich storytelling tradition through the witty and wise world of Akbar and Birbal. These tales will entertain, enlighten, and inspire young readers with each turn of the page!

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The teachings of Stoic philosophy began and thrived in the Greek and Roman world until the 3rd century AD, and has since experienced multiple revivals right up to the modern day.With wise lessons in key philosophical subjects, from Acceptance and Change to Virtue and Cooperation with Nature, there is much that we can learn from the writings of the Stoics. And in this book, readers can explore 365 expertly chosen extracts⠔one for each day of the year⠔from Stoicism⠙s most notable names: Seneca, Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus.Using translations of their original writings and meditations, 365 Lessons from the Stoics provides access to the Stoics⠙ ancient wisdom in bite-sized chunks. Each quote is matched to a guiding theme, allowing readers to realize the power of the Stoic⠙s words in relation to self-improvement, learning and understanding in their life.Including an Introduction to the Stoics and Stoicism, readers will gain insight into the lives and era of the Stoics, before delving into the wise words that continue to rise in popularity, proving all the more relevant in today⠙s increasingly complex world.Each themed, daily entry delivers a reflection or mini-lecture, enabling the reader to either mentally prepare for the day ahead or contemplate the day as it draws to a close.ACCEPT AND COOPERATE WITH NATURE:⠜⠦tell yourself: the people I deal with today will be meddling, ungrateful, arrogant, dishonest, jealous and surly. They are like this because they can t tell good from evil. But I have seen the beauty of good, and the ugliness of evil, and have recognized that the wrongdoer has a nature related to my own ⠓ not of the same blood and birth, but the same mind, and possessing a share of the divine. And so none of them can hurt me. No one can implicate me in ugliness. Nor can I feel angry at my relative, or hate him. We were born to work together like feet, hands and eyes, like the two rows of teeth, upper and lower. To obstruct each other is unnatural. To feel anger at someone, to turn your back on him: these are unnatural.⠝

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The remarkable story of the last Ottoman Caliph, exiled by Atatürk, who tried to recreate the Caliphate in the Indian princely state of Hyderabad.Abdulmecid II was a talented painter, music enthusiast and Francophile. He was also the last Ottoman Caliph, expelled from Istanbul in March 1924 when Turkey abolished the 1,300-year-old Caliphate.From his villa on the French Riviera, Abdulmecid launched a plan to resurrect the institution and transform world history. Indian politician Shaukat Ali brokered a marital alliance between the Ottomans and the Nizam of Hyderabad, the world⠙s richest prince, who governed a state the size of Italy in the Indian subcontinent. This saw the union of Islam⠙s two greatest houses, and of the Islamic west and east. It cemented Hyderabad⠙s status as a global Muslim capital, and left Abdulmecid⠙s grandson, the Ottoman prince and the designated Nizam-in-waiting, perfectly placed to claim the Caliphate. But Partition in 1947 and the annexation of Hyderabad the following year spelled the end of this prospect. Exploring the lives, cultures and sensibilities of an amazing cast of players, The Indian Caliphate details this extraordinary history, which for decades has been consigned to near oblivion. This story of the downfall of two Muslim dynasties reveals a forgotten fact: that India was, in many ways, the very epicentre of the Islamic world in the early twentieth century.

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Kniha - autor Sy Montgomery, 272 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Finalist for the National Book Award for Nonfiction * New York Times Bestseller * Starred Booklist and Library Journal Editors’ Spring Pick * A Huffington Post Notable Nonfiction Book of the Year * One of the Best Books of the Month on Goodreads * Library Journal Best Sci-Tech Book of the Year * An American Library Association Notable Book of the Year “Sy Montgomery’s The Soul of an Octopus does for the creature what Helen Macdonald’s H Is for Hawk did for raptors.” —New Statesman, UK “One of the best science books of the year.” —Science Friday, NPR Another New York Times bestseller from the author of The Good Good Pig, this “fascinating…touching…informative…entertaining” (The Daily Beast) book explores the emotional and physical world of the octopus—a surprisingly complex, intelligent, and spirited creature—and the remarkable connections it makes with humans. In pursuit of the...

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Kniha - autor Carol Birch, 352 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá ORPHANS OF THE CARNIVAL sweeps us from the music halls of Vienna to an attic in modern-day South London, playing out an epic tale of grit, love, music and the triumph of the human spirit pushed to extremes. The dazzling new novel, evoking the strange and thrilling world of the Victorian carnival, from the Man Booker-shortlisted author of Jamrach's Menagerie.

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There s never been a better time to set new habits. This book will change your life.In The Power of Habit, award-winning journalist Charles Duhigg takes us into the thrilling and surprising world of the scientific study of habits.He examines why some people and companies struggle to change, despite years of trying, while others seem to remake themselves overnight. He visits laboratories where neuroscientists explore how habits work and where, exactly, they reside in our brains. And he uncovers how the right habits were crucial to the success of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, and civil-rights hero Martin Luther King, Jr.The result is a compelling argument and an empowering discovery: the key to exercising regularly, losing weight, raising exceptional children, becoming more productive or even building revolutionary companies is understanding how habits work. By harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.______________________________ [An] essential manual for business and living. Andrew Hill, Financial Times Once you read this book, you ll never look at yourself, your organisation, or your world quite the same way. Daniel H. Pink This is a first-rate book - based on an impressive mass of research, written in a lively style and providing just the right balance of intellectual seriousness with practical advice on how to break our bad habits. The Economist

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The side-splittingly hilarious and heart-warming next book from your favourite teacher duo, The Two Mr Ps. Now put that thing down! Yes YOU. It s time to sit up and listen ... From the stars of Two Mr Ps in a Pod(Cast) and the bestselling authors of Put a Wet Paper Towel On It comes a book filled with chaos, clangers and confessions from the ... classrooms. You ll be taken on a journey where you ll meet a rogues gallery of classroom characters, read some juicy teacher confessions and learn why every primary teacher s least favourite lesson is the dreaded ... SEX EDUCATION! You ll even get the inside scoop on what it was like (attempting) to teach during a pandemic. So, settle down, grab a cuppa and enjoy this book as we pull back the curtain on the weird and wonderful world of primary schools. After all, THIS IS YOUR OWN TIME YOU RE WASTING.

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Return to the magical and thrilling world of Britannia with this new adventure from the creator of The Seven Deadly Sins, the manga that inspired the No. 1 hit Netflix Original Anime!Percival has always lived with his grandfather on the idyllic, remote God s Finger. And though Percival loves the simple life, he longs for adventure. That is, until adventure comes knocking at his door, tearing away everything he s ever known and leaving him alone in the world. Now Percival has no choice but to go out into the world and see what it holds... after all, it s his destiny! Four Knights of the Apocalypse is a new story in the world of The Seven Deadly Sins, but can be enjoyed totally on its own!

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Humans are useless at learning from their mistakes. We just have to keep making new plans.When Neffy wakes up from an uneasy sleep in a hospital bed, nothing is as it should be. There is no food, and nobody to tend to her. The city streets outside her window have fallen silent.She doesn’t know it yet, but a debilitating new virus is sweeping the globe, and the world will never be the same again. Feverish, confused, and wary of the strangers trapped inside with her, Neffy finds solace in her own memories of the past – even the memories of the mistakes that led her here. But as the days turn into weeks, it is clear that Neffy will have to make a choice.How do you choose between a past that has already disappeared forever, and a future you can t begin to imagine?

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In this epic sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller, The Foxglove King, the glittering and dangerous world of the Sainted King s royal court is forever changed by Prince Bastian s ascension to the throne - and the dark forces gathering beneath it. The corrupt king August is dead. Prince Bastian has seized the throne and raised Lore to his right-hand side.Together they plan to cut out the rot from the heart of the royal court and help the people of Dellaire. But not everyone is happy with the changes. The nobles are sowing dissent and the Kirythean Empire is beating down their door.Even Prince Bastian has changed. No longer the hopeful, rakish, charismatic man Lore knows and loves, instead he s become reckless, domineering and cold. With Bastian s coronation fast approaching and enemies whispering on all sides, Lore must figure out how to protect herself, her prince and her country before they all come crumbling down and whatever dark power has been creeping through the catacombs is unleashed.

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