the upside down world benjamin moser
The Upside-Down World - Benjamin Moser
The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer turns his eye to the seventeenth-century Dutch Golden Age Twenty years ago, Benjamin Moser followed a love affair to an ancient Dutch town. In order to make sense of this new place, he threw himself into the Dutch museums. Soon, he found himself unearthing the strange, inspiring and sometimes terrifying stories of the artists who shaped one of the most luminous moments in the history of human creativity, the Dutch Golden Age.As he explored the hidden world of the Dutch Masters (and one Mistress), Moser met a crowd of fascinating personalities: the stormy Rembrandt, the intimate Ter Borch, the mysterious Vermeer. Through their art, he got to know their country, too: from Pieter Saenredam s translucent churches to Paulus Potter s muddy barnyards, and from Pieter de Hooch s cozy hearths to Jacob van Ruisdael s tragic trees. Over the years, Moser found himself on increasingly intimate terms with these centuries-dead artists, and found that they, too, were struggling with the same questions he was.Why do we make art? What is art, anyway - and what is an artist? What does it mean to succeed as an artist, and what does it mean to fail?The Upside-Down World is an invitation to ask these questions, and to turn them on their heads: to look, and then to look again. It is a brilliant, colourful and learned book for anyone, whether lifelong scholar or curious tourist, who has ever felt the lure of the Dutch galleries. It shows us art, and artists, as we have never seen them before.
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Why This World - Benjamin Moser
That rare person who looked like Marlene Dietrich and wrote like Virginia Woolf, Clarice Lispector is one of the most popular but least understood of Latin American writers, and now in Why this World, after years of research on three continents, drawing on previously unknown manuscripts and dozens of interviews, Benjamin Moser demonstrates how Lispector s development as a writer was directly connected to the story of her turbulent life. Born in the nightmarish landscape of post-World War I Ukraine, Clarice became, virtually from adolescence, a person whose beauty, genius, and eccentricity intrigued Brazil. Why This World tells how this precocious girl, through long exile abroad and difficult personal struggles, matured into a great writer, and asserts, for the first time, the deep roots in the Jewish mystical tradition that make her the true heir to Kafka as well as the unlikely author of perhaps the greatest spiritual autobiography of the twentieth century. From Chechelnik to Recife, from Naples and Bern to Washington and Rio de Janeiro, Why This World strips away the mythology surrounding this extraordinary figure and shows how Clarice Lispector transformed one woman s struggles into a universally resonant art.Benjamin Moser is the New Books columnist of Harper s Magazine. He was born in Houston in 1976 and currently lives in the Netherlands. He is a contributor to the The New York Review of Books, and he has written for Conde Nast Traveler and Newsweek, as well as many other publications.
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The Holy and the Broken: A cry for Israeli-Palestinian peace from a land that must be shared - Ittay Flescher
When dehumanisation and destruction become the norm, the cycle must be broken. For over twenty years, Ittay Flescher has worked as an educator, journalist and peacebuilder in Melbourne and Jerusalem. When he woke up on the morning of October 7, 2023 to the sounds of rocket sirens over Jerusalem and later saw the devastation of Gaza in response, the grief and sadness that engulfed him - and so many others - compelled him to ask: how can we find a way forward?Following years spent facilitating dialogue between Jews, Muslims and Christians, Ittay believes that peace can only be found if we are willing to empathise with the pain of others.The Holy and the Broken challenges Palestinian and Israeli leaders, citizens and their supporters across the world to imagine a different reality; to look at history with a different eye; and to search for moments of engagement rather than resentment in the narratives of the past that each side tells about itself.Ultimately, it is a story that aims to comfort the troubled and trouble the comfortable.Praise: Courageous and considered. Ittay nurtures the tender, fragile shoots of peace. The world could do with more people like him Paul Kelly, Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist A book of rare insight and compassion, The Holy and the Broken offers the one thing we thought we d lost after October 7: a glimmer of hope for meaningful lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians Bram Presser, author of The Book of Dirt This is a thoughtful and thought-provoking book, heartfelt and honest. You do not need to agree with everything Flesher has to say to find the book moving and challenging Michael Gawenda, former editor in chief, The Age This ability to empathise with the suffering on both sides is a core value of Flescher s reconciliation work, and the underpinning to many of the options he outlines Dr Anne Sarzin, Jwire As challenging and as contemporary as it is compassionate. In a world broken by war and polarisation, Ittay offers peaceful possibilities and nuanced perspectives Rabbi Ralph Genende OAM, author of Living in an Upside-down World The Holy and the Broken breaks new ground. Yet what makes it truly singular is its consistent humanity, and its centring of ordinary Israelis and Palestinians John Lyndon, executive director, Alliance for Middle East Peace This account of the writer s devotion to peacebuilding in our war-torn region is a shining testament to what can and should be done by those who can imagine a future peace. It lights a candle in an age of darkness! Sari Nusseibeh, author of Once Upon a Country: A Palestinian Life When you finish it, you will not only know more about what s happening between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea, but you will also know more about yourself Maoz Inon, Israeli peacemaker and social entrepreneur A powerful testament to the possibilities of reconciliation and mutual empathy during conflict, what sets this book apart is its commitment to showcasing the experiences of the diverse individuals involved - especially the integral, yet frequently overlooked, stories of women. By highlighting the gender dynamics at play, Flescher enriches our understanding of the conflict and underscores the importance of supporting a world where more voices are heard and valued Sheila Katz, CEO, National Council of Jewish Women When I picked this book up, I erroneously believed I already understood much about the ongoing, collective trauma of Palestinians and Israelis. But this thoughtful and deeply compassionate book shattered that illusion. By the time I put the book down, I was not the same person Miriam Anzovin, creator of Daf Reactions and Jewish Lore Reactions
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Stranger Things - The World is Turning Upside Down - hrnek + přívěsek + podtácek (5050293852959)
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The World Turned Upside Down - Christopher Hill
His finest work and one that was both symptom and engine of the concept of history from below ... Here Levellers, Diggers, Ranters, Muggletonians, the early Quakers and others taking advantage of the collapse of censorship to bid for new kinds of freedom were given centre stage Times Higher EducationIn The World Turned Upside Down Christopher Hill studies the beliefs of such radical groups as the Diggers, the Ranters, the Levellers and others, and the social and emotional impulses that gave rise to them. The relations between rich and poor classes, the part played by wandering masterless men, the outbursts of sexual freedom, the great imaginative creations of Milton and Bunyan - these and many other elements build up into a marvellously detailed and coherent portrait of this strange, sudden effusion of revolutionary beliefs. Established the concept of an English Revolution every bit as significant and potentially as radical as its French and Russian equivalents Daily Telegraph Brilliant ... marvellous erudition and sympathy David Caute, New Statesman This book will outlive our time and will stand as a notable monument to the man, the committed radical scholar, and one of the finest historians of the age The Times Literary Supplement The dean and paragon of English historians E.P. Thompson
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The Upside of Down - John D. Ulsh
The Upside of Down is a powerful true story of resilience, as John Ulsh recounts his journey from a catastrophic accident and a near-hopeless prognosis to overcoming immense physical and emotional challenges—offering readers an inspiring roadmap to rebuilding their lives, embracing adversity, and reclaiming their personal power.One December afternoon, John Ulsh and his family were laughing and looking forward to picking out the perfect Christmas tree. Then—impact. Metal twisted, glass shattered, and life as he knew it was torn apart. The next thing John remembers is waking up in a hospital bed from a coma. John and his family were hit head-on in a collision with a combined impact of 125 mph. Given less than a 3 percent chance of survival, he spent weeks in a coma, months in hospitals and rehabs, and years in recovery. With his body shattered, he endured more than forty-five surgeries, relentless pain, and a long road to rebuilding both his body and mind—refusing to let tragedy define him. The Upside of Down is more than a story of survival—it’s a roadmap for resilience. Through raw storytelling and actionable strategies, John shares the principles that helped him move beyond survival and rebuild his life. Readers will learn how to: - Understand the real source of your struggles—because the surface problem is rarely the true obstacle. - Create a written plan—a roadmap that keeps you moving forward even when motivation fades. - Take the first step—because change doesn’t happen until you do something about it. - Fall in love with the process—because real growth isn’t just about reaching the goal; it’s about who you become along the way. - Turn setbacks into stepping stones—by reframing challenges as opportunities for growth. - Build unshakable consistency—because success isn’t about motivation; it’s about showing up every day. - Surround themselves with the right people—because no one overcomes adversity alone. - Shift from external validation to personal fulfillment—because true success is measured by inner growth, not outside approval. This book will challenge you to confront what holds you back, inspire you to take action, and remind you that each day is a gift—don’t wait to live it.
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Upside Down Cooking - Dominic Franks
AS SEEN ON ITV S THIS MORNING* Dom s wildly inventive recipes bring the fun back to your kitchen, because cooking should always be delicious, daring, and just a little upside down. Donal SkehanThe book that flips your kitchen upside down, with joyfully delicious results. Dominic Franks (@dominthekitchen) shows you how to play with your food and cook easy, impressive meals for every occasion. This is one-pan cooking like you ve never seen it before. With 85 recipes including twists on classic one-pot dishes â “ from mini puff pizzas to chicken pot pies, blueberry muffin tray bakes to banana toffee tarts â “ Dom gives you the confidence to remix your own one-tray dinners, plus sides, snacks, party treats, and desserts. Simply layer up tasty ingredients in a single pan, cover with puff pastry and other fabulous toppings, bake to gloriously golden perfection â “ and youâ ™ll be turning out stunning upside down creations in no time at all. No fuss, minimal washing up, and never a soggy bottom in sight!*Upside Down Cooking was featured on This Morning December 2025
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Upside Down Animals - Danielle McLean
Is the cat sleeping or leaping? Is the duck floating or diving? Is the elephant s trunk up or down?This clever board book of animal transformations allows little ones to read it, flip it and watch the upside-down picture transform what the animal is doing. Perfect to introduce little ones to animal first words and opposites, no matter which way they hold the book!With striking artwork from acclaimed illustrator Matt Hunt, a clever rhyming text, and smooth, shiny patches on every spread for little ones to explore with their fingers, this stylish book is perfect for babies starting out on their reading journey! Also available in the Upside Down series: Upside Down Opposites.
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Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World - Benjamin Alire Sáenz
The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved cult classic about family, friendship and first love, from award-winning author Benjamin Alire Saenz. This lyrical novel will enrapture readers of Adam Silvera (They Both Die at the End), The Perks of Being a Wallflower and Call me by your Name.A love story like no other.In Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, two boys fell in love. Now they must discover what it means to stay in love and build a relationship in a world that seems to challenge their very existence.Ari has spent all of high school hiding who he really is, staying silent and invisible. He expected his senior year to be the same. But something in him cracked open when he fell in love with Dante, and he can t go back. Suddenly he finds himself reaching out to new friends, standing up to bullies and making his voice heard. And, always, there is Dante - dreamy, witty Dante - who can get on Ari s nerves and fill him with desire all at once.The boys are determined to forge a path for themselves in a world that doesn t understand them. But when Ari is faced with a shocking loss, he ll have to fight like never before to create a life that is truthfully, joyfully his own.
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Stranger Things: Upside Down Capsule - Mystery (4895217550020)
Figurka - soška, postavička, doplňkový předmět, sběratelská, motiv Stranger Things, výška 7 cm, materiál plast, nepohyblivá Klíčové vlastnosti figurky Stranger Things: Upside Down Capsule - Mystery Figurka YUME přinese radost sběratelům Figurka ze série Stranger Things má velmi kvalitní zpracování Použitým materiálem je plast Stranger Things: Upside Down Capsule - Mystery poslouží jako dekorace Balení obsahuje jednu figurku Figurka YUME měří 7 cm
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The Gallery of Upside Down Women - Arundhathi Subramaniam
Arundhathi Subramaniamâ ™s poems map a wobbling world, trying to find its axis in a season of change. Fabrics tear, lands splinter, stances harden, loved ones die, names dissolve. But wandering through these pages are some extraordinary women â “ women who vault nimbly over borders, walk naked, walk aslant, and sometimes upside down.
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - F. Scott Fitzgerald
Revealing the breadth of F. Scott Fitzgerald s gift for the short story form, this Penguin Classics edition of The Case of Benjamin Button and Six Other Stories spans multiple genres and styles to dazzling effect.Full grown with a long, smoke-coloured beard, requiring the services of a cane and fonder of cigars than warm milk, Benjamin Button is a very curious baby indeed. And, as Benjamin becomes increasingly youthful with the passing years, his family wonders why he persists in the embarrassing folly of living in reverse. In this imaginative fable of ageing and the other stories collected here - including The Cut-Glass Bowl in which an ill-meant gift haunts a family s misfortunes, The Four Fists where a man s life shaped by a series of punches to his face, and the revelry, mobs and anguish of May Day - F. Scott Fitzgerald displays his unmatched gift as a writer of short stories. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button , originally published in 1922, was made into a major motion picture directed by David Fincher and starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton.F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) has acquired a mythical status in American literary history, and his masterwork The Great Gatsby is considered by many to be the great American novel . In 1920 he married Zelda Sayre, dubbed the first American Flapper , and their traumatic marriage and Zelda s gradual descent into insanity became the leading influence on his writing. As well as many short stories, Fitzgerald wrote five novels This Side of Paradise, The Great Gatsby, The Beautiful and the Damned, Tender is the Night and, incomplete at the time of his death, The Last Tycoon. After his death The New York Times said of him that in fact and in the literary sense he created a generation .If you enjoyed The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, you might like Fitzgerald s The Great Gatsby, also available in Penguin Classics. A master of the American short story The Philadelphia Enquirer His talent was as natural as the pattern that was made by the dust on a butterfly s wings Ernest Hemingway
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - F. Scott Fitzgerald
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (1922) is a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Published at the beginning of Fitzgeraldâ ™s career as a leading writer of American fiction, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button appeared in the May 27, 1922 edition of Collierâ ™s. In 2008, the story was adapted into a blockbuster film starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Taraji P. Henson. In the city of Baltimore, Benjamin Button is born with a mysterious condition that gives him the appearance and intellect of a 70-year-old man. As a child, he suffers from misunderstanding and loneliness, and following his rejection from Yale College at the age of 18, he returns home to run his fatherâ ™s hardware store. Now appearing as a 50-year-old, he falls in love with Hildegarde Moncrief, the young daughter of a decorated general. The two marry, but as Benjamin grows younger he begins to dream of a life away from an aging wife and the boredoms of domesticity. In 1898, he enlists in the Spanish-American War and embarks on an eventful military career. When he returns home to his wife and business, he finds himself restless once more, longing again for the freedom and excitement of a youth he was denied. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a story of fantasy and romance that illuminates the dignities and indignities of aging while raising valuable questions about the normal trajectory of life for modern Americans..Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book. With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
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Upside Down Opposites - Danielle McLean
Go from happy to sad and high to low, all with the flip of a book!This clever board book of transformations allows little ones to read it, flip it and watch the upside-down picture change into its opposite. Perfect to introduce little ones to first words and opposites, no matter which way they d like to hold the book!With striking artwork from acclaimed illustrator Matt Hunt, this stylish book is perfect for fans of the OKIDOKID Opposites series, Find the Wolf by Agnese Baruzzi and Baby Up Baby Down by Abrams Appleseed.
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Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World - Benjamin Alire Sáenz
The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed, multiple award-winning novel Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is an achingly romantic, tender tale sure to captivate fans of Adam Silvera and Mary H.K. Choi.In Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, two boys in a border town fell in love. Now, they must discover what it means to stay in love and build a relationship in a world that seems to challenge their very existence. Ari has spent all of high school burying who he really is, staying silent and invisible. He expected his senior year to be the same. But something in him cracked open when he fell in love with Dante, and he can’t go back. Suddenly he finds himself reaching out to new friends, standing up to bullies of all kinds, and making his voice heard. And, always, there is Dante, dreamy, witty Dante, who can get on Ari’s nerves and fill him with desire all at once. The boys are determined to forge a path for themselves in a world that doesn’t understand them. But when Ari is faced with a shocking loss, he’ll have to fight like never before to create a life that is truthfully, joyfully his own.
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Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World - Benjamin Alire Sáenz
A #1 New York Times bestseller Four starred reviews! ;Messily human and sincerely insightful. Kirkus Reviews (starred review) The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed, multiple award-winning novel Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is an ;emotional roller coaster (School Library Journal, starred review) sure to captivate fans of Adam Silvera and Mary H.K. Choi.In Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, two boys in a border town fell in love. Now, they must discover what it means to stay in love and build a relationship in a world that seems to challenge their very existence. Ari has spent all of high school burying who he really is, staying silent and invisible. He expected his senior year to be the same. But something in him cracked open when he fell in love with Dante, and he can t go back. Suddenly he finds himself reaching out to new friends, standing up to bullies of all kinds, and making his voice heard. And, always, there is Dante, dreamy, witty Dante, who can get on Ari s nerves and fill him with desire all at once. The boys are determined to forge a path for themselves in a world that doesn t understand them. But when Ari is faced with a shocking loss, he ll have to fight like never before to create a life that is truthfully, joyfully his own.
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The King is Dead - Benjamin Dean
Gossip Girl but make it royal – a Black LGBTQ+ royal reimagining full of scandalous secrets, rollercoaster romances and one hell of a mystery, from the award-winning author Benjamin Dean. ‘Scandalous, funny and deliciously compelling!’ Catherine Doyle, co-author of Twin Crowns #39;All hail this royal debut that twists, turns, and revels in palace intrigue and deceit. #39; Kirkus James has been a prince all his life, and since he was born, he’s been thrust into the spotlight as the first Black heir to the throne. But when his father dies unexpectedly, James is crowned king at the tender age of seventeen, and his life irrevocably changes. When James’ boyfriend suddenly goes missing, threatening envelopes appear in the palace, and gossip and scandals that only he knows are leaked to the public. As the anonymous informant continues to expose every last skeleton in the royal closet, James realises even those in his inner circle can’t be trusted.#LongLiveTheScandalPRAISE FOR THE KING IS DEAD: ‘A moreish mashup of scandalous thriller and royal intrigue combines with smart observations on race and power, underpinned with real heart.’ The Guardian ‘All hail this exquisitely twisty, delightfully queer mystery.’ Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will Kill You ‘Benjamin Dean has written a royal triumph.’ Juno Dawson, author of Her Majesty #39;s Royal Coven ‘A compelling thriller that stays with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ Kathryn Foxfield, author of Good Girls Die First ‘A scandalous peek behind the royal curtain, with more jaw-dropping, OMG-twists than even the most salacious tabloid journalist could create.’ Erik J. Brown, author of All That #39;s Left in the World ‘One page-burning scandal after another. Benjamin Dean is YA royalty.’ Femi Fadugba, author of The Upper World ‘A scandalous, twisty mystery that had me on the edge of my seat gasping for more.’ Kate Weston, author of Diary of a Confused Feminist ‘A twisty thriller that kept me guessing until the very end.’ Lex Croucher, author of Reputation ‘Addictive, compelling, and utterly delicious.’ Simon James Green, author of Noah Can’t Even ‘The scandal of the season!’ Abiola Bello, author of Love in Winter Wonderland ‘A delicious royal mystery.’ The Bookseller
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Upside Down - Danielle Steel
Upside Down is a powerful story of unconventional romance, bold choices and second chances, from the billion copy bestseller, Danielle Steel.Oscar-winning actress Ardith Law is a Hollywood icon. A stunning beauty at sixty-two, her star is as bright as ever. Widowed at a young age by a philandering husband, Ardith is in no hurry to marry again. Her daughter, Morgan, a successful cosmetic surgeon, has always blamed her mother for a lonely childhood while Ardith was away on location, and the relationship remains strained despite Ardithâ ™s efforts to strengthen their bond.While Ardithâ ™s long-time partner is away filming in London, Josh Gray, an actor waiting for his big break, is employed as Ardithâ ™s assistant at her Bel Air home. When tragedy strikes he becomes an invaluable support, stirring up conflicting feelings in her for this younger man.In New York, Morgan is swept off her feet by Ben Ryan, one of the countryâ ™s most famous TV news reporters. Though more than two decades her senior, she falls headlong for his charm and attention. But, when a blackmail scheme puts his career â “ and their relationship â “ on the line, she doesnâ ™t know where to turn.Itâ ™s time for Morgan to decide whether she can bury the hurt of the past and forgive, and for Ardith to find a way to follow her heart â “ because finding true happiness with the right partner has nothing to do with age . . .
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Albert Upside Down - Ian Brown
Albert the pet tortoise has a problem. Trying to reach a tasty treat, he has ended up on his shell, upside down and stuck! Can the other garden creatures overcome their rivalry, team up and help him get back on his feet? -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru
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The Magic of Math - Arthur Benjamin
The world s greatest mental mathematical magician takes us on a spellbinding journey through the wonders of numbers (and more) Arthur Benjamin . . . joyfully shows you how to make nature s numbers dance. -- Bill Nye (the science guy)The Magic of Math is the math book you wish you had in school. Using a delightful assortment of examples-from ice-cream scoops and poker hands to measuring mountains and making magic squares-this book revels in key mathematical fields including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and calculus, plus Fibonacci numbers, infinity, and, of course, mathematical magic tricks. Known throughout the world as the mathemagician, Arthur Benjamin mixes mathematics and magic to make the subject fun, attractive, and easy to understand for math fan and math-phobic alike. A positively joyful exploration of mathematics. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review Each [trick] is more dazzling than the last. -- Physics World
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The Lost Journals of Benjamin Tooth - Mackenzie Crook
My name is Benjamin Tooth. This is my journal.One day I will be remembered as the greatest scientist that the world has ever known and so it is my duty to mankind to record my thoughts that future generations are able to study the progress of a genius.I am eleven years old. These are the recently discovered journals of Benjamin Tooth: alchemist, inventor and discoverer of the Windvale sprites. They chronicle his journey of scientific discovery from pompous boy to mad old man in his pursuit of the sprites on Windvale Moor. The sprites hold the key to eternal life, and Tooth is determined to capture it.
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The Science of Scaling - Benjamin Hardy
Drawing on vast veins of psychological research, organizational psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy offers a revolutionary and science-based framework for achieving transformational goals.By following popular behavioral trends like SMART goals and habits that are based on faulty assumptions of time and psychology, most companies and individuals are on the road to mediocrity. But in Rapid Transformation, Dr. Benjamin Hardy offers the antidote as he shares the profound frameworks he’s taught to thousands of people and organizations—from startups to companies doing hundreds of millions in revenue—helping them achieve growth and progress they assumed to be impossible.In this book, you’ll learn how to:Transcend limiting perspectives keeping you stuck in past patterns and traumas Clarify and commit to the most effective goals, which immediately disrupt and simplify your decisions and strategy here-and-nowRefine and simplify your “thesis,” which defines your values, objectives, and strategyEstablish an uncomfortably high “floor” and filter, which enables you to let go of outdated identities, goals, and relationships that no longer serve youAccelerate your learning cycles to create extraordinary leaps in knowledge and resultsRapid Transformation will immediately alter your perspective of what’s possible in your life and business, offering revolutionary strategies and tools that will help you achieve seemingly impossible progress, again-and-again.
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Wicked World! - Benjamin Zephaniah
Welcome to the wild and wicked words of Benjamin Zephaniah. You ll find loads of cool people who make up our world in this rapping, happening hip-hop collection. From the South Pole to Mongolia and the Himalayas, this is a real world tour of poems about people and places, cultures and nationalities across our planet.Includes poems about Inuits, Celts, the history of Britain, Maories, the Dalai Lama, the North and South Poles, and much more - a rhyming round-the-world trip.Poems that bounce up from the page and demand to be read, rapped, sung and hip-hopped aloud - Independent on Sunday
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The Book Of Upside Down Thinking - Patten Brian
Beautifully presented and designed, this hardback collection of wise and witty rhymes that challenge our view of the world makes a thought-provoking, heart warming gift or self-purchase and is sure to appeal to everyone.
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When We Cease to Understand the World - Benjamín Labatut
A Guardian and New Statesman book of the year, now in paperback - the fast-paced,mind-expanding literary work about scientific discovery and the unsettled distinctionbetween genius and madness. Shortlisted for the 2021 International Booker Prize.
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The Ninth Metal - Benjamin Percy
“[In THE NINTH METAL] debris from a comet drops a fabulously valuable new metal on Northfall, MN., turning it into a bloody, brawling boomtown. Great characters, fine writing, totally engrossing.” —Stephen King “Take one part dystopia, one part sci-fi, two parts apocalypse, then ride them roughshod through a bleak and bloody western, and it still wouldn #39;t get close to what Ben Percy does here, which is blow open the core of humanity #39;s dark heart.” —Marlon James, Booker Prize award-winning author of Black Leopard, Red Wolf“Whether you choose to think of him as the Elmore Leonard of rural Minnesota or the Stephen King of Science Fiction, Ben Percy—with his extraordinary and unrelenting eye—dishes up humanity like some kind of otherworldly blue plate special, at once deeply familiar and wildly new.” —Margaret Stohl, #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Caster Chronicles“When Benjamin Percy publishes a novel, I have got to read that novel. The Ninth Metal continues his streak of thrilling, incisive genre bending goodness. It’s a sci-fi novel, a crime novel and a super-hero novel, too. Audacious and intelligent and exactly what I was dying to read.” —Victor LaValle, author of The Changeling IT BEGAN WITH A COMET… At first, people gazed in wonder at the radiant tear in the sky. A year later, the celestial marvel became a planetary crisis when Earth spun through the comet’s debris field and the sky rained fire. The town of Northfall, Minnesota will never be the same. Meteors cratered hardwood forests and annihilated homes, and among the wreckage a new metal was discovered. This “omnimetal” has properties that make it world-changing as an energy source…and a weapon. John Frontier—the troubled scion of an iron-ore dynasty in Northfall—returns for his sister’s wedding to find his family embroiled in a cutthroat war to control mineral rights and mining operations. His father rightly suspects foreign leaders and competing corporations of sabotage, but the greatest threat to his legacy might be the US government. Physicist Victoria Lennon was recruited by the Department of Defense to research omnimetal, but she finds herself trapped in a laboratory of nightmares. And across town, a rookie cop is investigating a murder that puts her own life in the crosshairs. She will have to compromise her moral code to bring justice to this now lawless community. In this gut-punch of a novel, the first in his Comet Cycle, Ben Percy lays bare how a modern-day goldrush has turned the middle of nowhere into the center of everything, and how one family—the Frontiers—hopes to control it all.
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The Secret Sunshine Project - Benjamin Dean
A heart-warming story of kindness, courage and love in all its forms from the award-winning author of Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow. Perfect for 9+ readers and fans of Elle McNicoll, Lisa Thompson and Onjali Rauf. ‘A huge, shining kaleidoscope of joy’– L.D. Lapinski, author of THE STRANGEWORLDS TRAVEL AGENCY Bea’s family are happy. Like, really happy. Like, kind of gross but also cute happy. So when they visit London Pride together and have the ultimate day out, Bea doesn’t think her family could possibly get any happier. But a year later, a grey cloud is following Bea’s family around. Dad has passed away, and without him around they have no choice but to pack their bags and move to the countryside to live with Gran. With Bea’s big sister, Riley, taking the news hard, Bea will do anything to cheer her up. So with the help of new friends, The Secret Sunshine Project is formed – Bea’s plan to bring Pride to the countryside and a smile back to Riley’s face. There’s just one teeny tiny problem – the village mayor. A grumpy old woman who’s on a mission to rain on Bea’s parade . . .Praise for The Secret Sunshine Project: ‘Warm-hearted and cheering, with a dash of sparkle’ – Guardian ‘Vibrant, funny and wise – a book to savour’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of THE GIRL OF INK AND STARS #39;Funny, fresh and full of heart #39; – Katie Tsang, co-author of DRAGON MOUNTAIN ‘Wonderful, warm-hearted stories full of characters to care about’ – Andy Shepherd, author of THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS ‘Fizzes with positive, feel-good energy’ – Steven Butler, author of THE NOTHING TO SEE HERE HOTEL ‘Utter sunshine in book form! Benjamin Dean has done it again’ – Sophy Henn, author of PIZZAZ
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The Picture Not Taken - Benjamin Swett
An ecologically minded collection of essays in the vein of Rebecca Solnit and Susan Sontag, covering everything from the equipment of photography to the difficulties of perception itself.In The Picture Not Taken, the photographer and writer Benjamin Swett considers the intersections between photography, memory, the natural world, and the course of life in essays on subjects that include family snapshots, images of racial violence, the shape of abiding love, and the experience of unforseen and irremediable loss. In these beautifully written, deeply affecting pages, Swett moves with a wonderful improvisatory freedom among his chosen themes. The Picture Not Taken is a book of transfixing pieces that possesses the intensity and integrity and heft of the wholly new.
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The Art of Possibility - Benjamin Zander, Rosamund Stone Zander
The Art of Possibility offers a set of breakthrough practices for creativity in all human enterprises. This inspirational book is a synthesis of Rosamund Stone Zander s knowledge of cutting-edge psychology and Benjamin Zander s experiences as the conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra. Infused with the energy of their dynamic partnership, the book joins together Ben s extraordinary talent as a mover and shaker, teacher, and communicator with Rosamund s genius for creating innovative paradigms for personal and professional fulfillment. In lively counterpoint, the authors provide us with a deep sense of the powerful role that the notion of possibility can play in every aspect of our lives.The Zanders deceptively simple practices are based on two premises: that life is composed as a story ( it s all invented ) and that, with new definitions, much more is possible than people ordinarily think. The book shifts our perspective with uplifting stories, parables, and anecdotes. From Giving an A to the mysterious Rule Number 6 to Leading from Any Chair --the account of Ben s stunning realization that the conductor/leader s power is directly linked to how much greatness he is willing to grant to others--each practice offers an opportunity for personal and organizational transformation.
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The Second Chance of Benjamin Waterfalls - James Bird
A middle-grade novel by James Bird about a boy sent to his Ojibwe family to straighten out his life.Benjamin Waterfalls comes from a broken home, and the quickest fix heâ ™s found for his life is to fill that emptiness with stuff he steals and then sells. But heâ ™s been caught one too many times, and when he appears before a tough judge, his mother proposes sending him to â œboot campâ at the Ojibwe reservation where they used to live.Soon he is on his way to Grand Portage, Minnesota, to live with his father â “ the man Benny hasnâ ™t seen in years. Not only is â œboot campâ not what he expects, but his rehabilitation seems to be in the hands of the tribal leaderâ ™s daughter, who wears a mask. Why? Finding the answer to this and so many other questions prove tougher than any military-style boot camp. Will answers be enough for Benny to turn his life around and embrace his second chance?
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Face: The Play - Benjamin Zephaniah, Richard Conlon
Benjamin Zephaniah and Richard Conlon deal with issues such as prejudice, drugs and disfigurement in this vibrant, gritty adaptation of Zephaniah s bestselling novel for young people.Everything is going Martin s way. The holidays have started, he s got a gorgeous girlfriend and everyone agrees he s the coolest dancer around. But when his world is turned upside down by a crash in a stolen car, he has to come to terms with more than his facial injuries...This is a powerful, exciting and accessible play. It contains relevant, gritty, contemporary issues and dialogue. It offers stimulating activities in the book and a free scheme of work available to download on publication.
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The Calm Down Jar - Jennifer Jones
An essential social emotional learning resource for home and school, The Calm Down Jar, helps children and adults learn how to handle the stress of every day lifeIn the world of sensory processing issues, tools like the Calm Down Jar help people of all ages and backgrounds. Each individual, whether or not they have a sensory processing disorder, has different coping mechanisms and strategies that work for them to calm down when they are overwhelmed and stressed. Overwhelmed children can shake, squeeze, see, and touch the Calm Down Jar, letting the sight of floating glitter soothe them. The Calm Down Jar is a powerful anxiety management tool for many.The falling glitter reminds your overwhelmed child that no feeling lasts forever, and that they have the power to lower their own stress levels. It s self-regulation, in a bottle.Another feeling I like is calm,When everything is quiet and just right.I feel easy and free-flowing,Especially, when I drift asleep at night.Look for more in this series, Teacher Tools, and visit the author s profile to find out about new titles and offerings.
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Benjamin Grows a Garden - Melanie Florence
Readers follow along step-by-step as Benjamin plants and cares for his garden and imagines the harvest to come. Benjamin loves springtime. The grass grows bright green, the birds sing sweet songs and, best of all, Benjamin and his mother start their garden. In just the right order, they plant mahtâmin (corn), pîmiciwacis (beans), and osawipak (squash) for Three Sisters Soup. They plant strawberries to serve with bannock, then zucchini, tomatoes, cucumbers. Benjamin and his mom lovingly tend to the garden and watch it grow into a plentiful harvest with enough to share. Throughout the whole summer, Benjamin dreams about the fall, when theyâ ™ll have all the ingredients for a feast â “ and everyone will be invited!In this heartwarming story, award-winning author Melanie Florence evocatively portrays the pleasures and rewards of growing and sharing food. The steps of the gardening process â “ digging holes, planting seeds, watering â “ are carefully described, and the yearly cycle of growing, harvesting, eating and then starting again the next year is emphasized. Special attention is paid to the tradition of planting corn, beans and squash together so that each plant by its nature helps the others grow. Benjamin and his mother use Cree words throughout the story, and a pronunciation guide is included at the back of the book for further inquiry. Vivid illustrations by Hawlii Pichette make this a perfect follow-up to the author and illustrator duoâ ™s previous book, Benjaminâ ™s Thunderstorm.
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How To Die Famous - Benjamin Dean
From award-winning author Benjamin Dean comes a deliciously dark and addictive YA thriller following the lives of Gen Z s rich and famous through the lens of an undercover teen journalist. Perfect for fans of A Good Girl s Guide to Murder and One of Us is Lying. A tense, page-turning YA showbiz thriller The Guardian This [book] has Netflix adaptation written all over it. The Bookseller London-born Abel has landed the role of a lifetime for an upcoming blockbuster.On the face of it he s Hollywood s latest teen star, but below the surface he s an undercover journalist on a mission to expose the squeaky clean entertainment industry and the part they played in his brother s accidental death. As Abel steps into the spotlight alongside fellow actors Lucky, Ryan and Ella, he soon discovers that beneath the glittering surface of fame and riches lies a darker world of secrecy, scandal and murder. Nobody is who they seem when the cameras are off, and everybody has something to hide.But who s next in line to die famous? Drawing on his previous career as a celebrity journalist, Benjamin Dean examines the dark underbelly of showbiz, leaving no stone unturned. PRAISE FOR BENJAMIN DEAN S THE KING IS DEAD: Benjamin Dean has written a royal triumph. Juno Dawson, author of Clean All hail this exquisitely twisty, delightfully queer mystery. Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will Kill You A compelling thriller that stays with you long after you ve finished reading. Kathryn Foxfield, author of Good Girls Die First More jaw-dropping, OMG-twists than even the most salacious tabloid journalist could create. Erik J. Brown, author of All That s Left in the World One page-burning scandal after another.Benjamin Dean is YA royalty. Femi Fadugba, author of The Upper World Addictive, compelling, and utterly delicious. Simon James Green, author of Noah Can t Even
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The Slow Down - Leanne Ford
Designer and HGTV personality Leanne Ford shares design secrets and personal reflections on how she creates her warm, chic, and easy-going aesthetic—and how you can do the same Leanne Ford’s imperfectly perfect designs inspire more than half a million social media fans daily. In this very personal design book, she shares her decorating philosophy, wry humor, and advice to live by. The Slow Down offers readers an inside look at how Leanne found her “wow does this need work” dream house and then moved (with her family in tow) across the country to turn it into a welcoming home.Her story has a rebellious soul that is refreshingly different from other interior design books: She encourages readers to slow down in their personal environments and celebrate the beauty of everyday moments. The Slow Down’s photos and narrative present a home tour like no other, stopping to recount crazy ideas (not always crazy!) and to offer thoughts on what makes a design really good and why Elsie De Wolfe is still right (about most things). You will come away with a new perspective and new ideas on how to make your home more joyful, elevated, and funky, fun, and just right.
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The Upside of Falling - Light Alex
A fun, flirty teen debut from Wattpad phenom Alex Light about a fake relationship and real love. Perfect for Jenny Han fans.ItÂ’s been years since seventeen-year-old Becca Hart believed in true love. But when her former best friend teases her for not having had a boyfriend, Becca impulsively pretends sheÂ’s been secretly seeing someone.Brett Wells has it all. As captain of the football team and one of the most popular guys in his school, he should have no problem finding someone to date, but heÂ’s always been more focused on his future than who to bring to prom.When he overhears BeccaÂ’s lie, Brett decides to step in and be the mystery guy. ItÂ’s the perfect solution: he gets people off his back for not having a meaningful relationship and she can keep up the ruse that sheÂ’s got a boyfriend.Acting like the perfect couple isnÂ’t easy, though, especially when you barely know the other person. But with Becca still picking up the pieces from when her world was blown apart years ago and Brett just barely holding his together now, they begin to realize they have more in common than they ever could have imagined.When the line between what is pretend and what is real begins to blur, they re forced to answer the question: Is this fake romance the realest thing in either of their lives?
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Benjamin Zephaniah: My Story - Benjamin Zephaniah
Build your childâ ™s reading confidence at home with books at the right levelFind out what it s like to be a famous poet, author and performer in this autobiography by Benjamin Zephaniah. Learn what it was like growing up in a house of seven children, meeting Nelson Mandela and how he sets about writing poetry, all told through his own voice and accompanied by artwork from Kate Greenaway winning illustrator Victor Ambrus.Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.An autobiographyA timeline on pages 54 and 55 presents the key events in Benjamin Zephaniah s life chronologically, allowing plenty of recapping and further discussion.Curriculum Links: Citizenship: Living in a diverse worldThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
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World War II The Definitive Visual Guide - DK
Explore the history of the people, politics, and events of World War II - one of the most destructive events in world history.If you re keen on military history and World War II, this book is for you. This complete visual guide covers the events leading up to the war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath and its effects on our world today.Inside the pages of this chronological retelling, World War II is captured in hundreds of compelling images and eyewitness accounts of people involved in the epic conflict. Discover:- Comprehensive and objective coverage of every major military conflict and its impact on the rest of the war, with vivid descriptions and first-person accounts- Biography spreads highlight major military and political figures such as Adolf Hitler, Winston Churchill, Benito Mussolini, and Joseph Stalin- Find out about key battles, political, and economic forces, and technological advances that influenced the course of the war- Packed with striking graphics - including rarely seen colour photographs- Cross-referencing appears throughout, with timelines and global maps establishing an overview of each year of the conflict- Features on everyday life in the war and the discovery of Holocaust concentration camps add to the wider picture- Gallery spreads displaying weapons, spy gear, and other equipment that defined the warRenowned military historian Richard Holmes authors this compelling military book which explores the key events, people, and equipment that defined the most destructive event in world history. Meet the key players of the war through thought-provoking profiles and eyewitness accounts - from national leaders making decisions to combatants on the front-line, and the civilians left behind. Also explore definitive battles that altered the course of the war such as Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings.The complexities of World War II are displayed throughout this history book using photographs and rare colour images, international maps, easy-to-understand text, and detailed timelines to show events in unprecedented depth and detail. World War II: The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past.
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The Death of Democracy - Benjamin Carter Hett
*A TIMES AND TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR*WHAT CAUSED THE FALL OF THE MOST PROGRESSIVE GOVERNMENT IN TWENTIETH-CENTURY EUROPE, AND THE RISE OF THE MOST TERRIFYING?In the 1930s, Germany was at a turning point, with many looking to the Nazi phenomenon as part of widespread resentment towards cosmopolitan liberal democracy and capitalism. This was a global situation that pushed Germany to embrace authoritarianism, nationalism and economic self-sufficiency, kick-starting a revolution founded on new media technologies, and the formidable political and self-promotional skills of its leader.Based on award-winning research and recently discovered archival material, The Death of Democracy is a panoramic new survey of one of the most important periods in modern history, and a book with a resounding message for the world today. Extremely fine... with careful prose and scholarship, he brings these events close to us. Timothy Snyder, The New York Times Intelligent, well-informed... intriguing. The Times With the injection of fresh contemporary voices, The Death of Democracy is also a thoughtful reflection of how our time more resembles the Thirties than the Noughties. Daily Telegraph
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The Bologna Vendetta - Tom Benjamin
* Crime Writer s Association Read of the Month! *______________Instead of escaping reality to this fantastic city, this city of phantoms, I was rushing towards it - hard fate awaited me in this soupy shade of a place...In the oppressive heat of summer in Bologna, English detective Daniel Leicester is reliving his beloved wife Lucia s final days. Vivid memories have been awakened by the sight of her bicycle, missing since the accident that killed her, ridden by a stranger through the city s tight medieval streets.As unfinished business bleeds - quite literally - into the present, the sickening realisation that Lucia s death wasn t accidental dawns on Daniel. He embarks on a quest for the truth, and this most personal of crusades leads him to two contrasting worlds: the secretive, ancient realm of freemasonry, and the revolutionary Reclaim Bologna activist movement.What links these two opposing factions? Is there a chance Lucia wasn t the woman Daniel believed her to be? And will the truth be too painful, or too perilous, to bear?______________Readers and reviewers are loving The Bologna Vendetta: Steeped in atmosphere and intrigue, The Bologna Vendetta burrows under the skin of contemporary Italy. Intelligent, incisive and compelling. - Orlando Murrin, author of Knife Skills for Beginners There s plenty of Bologna, lots of mystery and conspiracy, and even some heartbreak via Daniel s past. Highly recommended! - Amazon reviewer, âââââ I have read all this series and loved every single one... I really didn t want to put it down and read it in only a couple of days - Amazon reviewer, âââââ
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Re-discovering the Twentieth-Century World: A World Study after 1900 - Colin Shephard, Keith Shephard
Re-Discovering the Past is SHP s ideal series for mixed-ability teaching in Key Stage 3, combining clear author text, accessible but worthwhile activities and clear lines of enquiry. About the seriesThrough this series you can ensure your teaching of National Curriculum History is totally accessible, interesting and worthwhile. It is based on the Schools History Project s awarding-winning series Discovering the Past but for this series SHP have: â ¢streamlined the content, â ¢simplified the language, â ¢scaffolded the tasks, while retaining their characteristic emphasis on challenging readers to think deeply and pursue historical enquiry.SHP have also provided extensive support for further differentiation through FREE online support material via the Hodder History Nest.About this titleRe-Discovering the Twentieth Century World provides an accessible textbook for the studying the revised History National Curriculum theme: Challenges for Britain, Europe and the wider world 1901-the present day . It also offers an effective transition to GCSE History providing an overview of the content covered by many Modern World History courses. It covers four key topics: -The First World War (causes and life on the Western Front)-The rise of the dictators and the causes of the Second World War-The Second World War (overview and depth)-The Cold War Era (including the Cuban crisis, the Berlin Wall and Gandhi)The Twentieth Century Special Needs Support Materials and Re-Discovering the Twentieth Century World Teacher s Resource Book are available FREE from the Hodder History Nest.The full series:-Re-discovering Medieval Realms 1066-1500-Re-discovering the Making of the United Kingdom 1500-1750-Re-discovering Britain 1750-1900-Re-discovering the Twentieth Century World
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Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of - Francis Crosby
In this new, fully updated edition, expert author Francis Crosby traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role. The A–Z sections form an illustrated guide to over 170 fighter aircraft. The first covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets at the end of World War II, and the second focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet, aircraft from 1945 to the present day. Specification boxes for each aircraft provide information about the plane’s country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weight and performance. Also included is a glossary explaining aviation terms. Illustrated with 600 photographs, this is a key reference book for all aircraft enthusiasts.Aircraft designed to attack and destroy other aircraft have existed almost as long as military aviation. With the outbreak of World War I in 1914, aircraft designed specifically as fighters appeared. This book of fighter aircraft traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role.The first section covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets in action at the end of World War II. This section is brimming with information and often rare photographs of truly classic fighter aircraft including the Bristol Fighter, Spit re and P-51 Mustang. The second section of the book focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet aircraft from 1945 to the present day, and includes the MiG-15, Hunter, Harrier and F-15 Eagle. Detailed specification boxes are featured for every aircraft listed. These contain up-to-date information, including country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weights and performance.This splendidly illustrated book, with many previously unpublished pictures from the Imperial War Museum Photograph Archive, is a must-have reference book for everyone interested in the aircraft that have helped make history.
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Benjamin Franklin
The incredible story of Benjamin Franklin’s parting gift to the working-class people of Boston and Philadelphia—a deathbed wager that captures the Founder’s American Dream and his lessons for our current, conflicted age.Benjamin Franklin was not a gambling man. But at the end of his illustrious life, the Founder allowed himself a final wager on the survival of the United States: a gift of two thousand pounds to Boston and Philadelphia, to be lent out to tradesmen over the next two centuries to jump-start their careers. Each loan would be repaid with interest over ten years. If all went according to Franklin’s inventive scheme, the accrued final payout in 1991 would be a windfall. In Benjamin Franklin’s Last Bet, Michael Meyer traces the evolution of these twin funds as they age alongside America itself, bankrolling woodworkers and silversmiths, trade schools and space races. Over time, Franklin’s wager was misused, neglected, and contested—but never wholly extinguished. With charm and inquisitive flair, Meyer shows how Franklin’s stake in the “leather-apron” class remains in play to this day, and offers an inspiring blueprint for prosperity in our modern era of growing wealth disparity and social divisions.
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Bring the House Down - Charlotte Runcie
Punchily provocative and often bitingly funny THE TIMES, Book of the Month â ˜Binge-worthy, real, really funnyâ ™ KILEY REID â ˜Spiky, smart and so originalâ ™ CLAIRE DAVERLEY Entertaining and very timelyâ ¦ One of the most enjoyable novels Iâ ™ve read in a long time GUARDIAN Unputdownable DAILY MAIL A ONE WOMAN SHOW A ONE NIGHT STAND A ONE STAR REVIEW Theatre critic Alex Lyons made his name from his brutal, brilliant reviews. So when he sees Hayley Sinclair s dismal one-woman show at the Edinburgh Fringe, he thinks nothing of dashing off another of his trademark one-star pans for the newspaper. He also thinks nothing of taking her home after the performance, failing at any point to mention who he is. What he doesn t expect is for Hayley to revamp her show into a review of Alex s entire life, exposing what an awful person he really is. Worse, the show is a smash hit, and Alex is about to become national news. But can Hayley bring the establishment down without taking herself with it? Funny and thrilling, Bring the House Down gives you a front row seat to the downfall of the people who tell us what to think. It s about art, performance, female rage, and how while revenge may be sweet, it can also be perilous. An enticing debut. This is a binge-worthy novel that explores our obsessions, our inner critic, and who we think we are in person and in print. Intimate, real, and really funny. This one has teeth KILEY REID Sharp, shrewd and wittyâ ¦ a stunning debut, one that Iâ ™m sure will be binge-read by many INDEPENDENT, Book of the Month Dark, obsessive and razor-sharp, this is your next Baby Reindeer fixâ ™ ELLE
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The Perfect Golden Circle - Benjamin Myers
England, 1989. Over the course of a burning hot summer, two very different men - traumatized Falklands veteran Calvert, and affable, chaotic Redbone - set out nightly in a clapped-out camper van to undertake an extraordinary project.Under cover of darkness, the two men traverse the fields of rural England in secret, forming crop circles in elaborate and mysterious patterns. As the summer wears on, and their designs grow ever more ambitious, the two men find that their work has become a cult international sensation - and that an unlikely and beautiful friendship has taken root as the wheat ripens from green to gold.
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The World of Late Antiquity - Peter Brown
A remarkable study in social and cultural change that explains how and why the Late Antique world, between c. 150 and c. 750 AD, came to differ from Classical civilization . The first century AD was one of momentous events: the end of the Roman empire, the rise of Christianity across western Europe and the disappearance of Persia from the Near East; an era in which the most deep-rooted of ancient institutions disappeared for all time creating divergent legacies which are still present. Renowned historian Peter Brown examines these changes and the reactions to them, to show that the period of Late Antiquity was one of outstanding new beginnings and far-reaching impacts. The result is a lucid answer to a crucial question in world history; how the exceptionally homogenous Mediterranean world of the first century AD became divided into the three mutually estranged societies of the Middle Ages: Catholic Western Europe, Byzantium and the Islamic world. Brown s remarkable study in social and cultural transformation explains how and why the Late Antique world, came to differ from the Classical civilization of the Greeks and Romans. Featuring a new preface and updated with colour illustrations throughout, The World of Late Antiquity demonstrates that we still have much to learn from this enduring and intriguing period of history.
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The Mammoth Book of the World
Improve your chess by studying the greatest games of all time, from Adolf Anderssen s Immortal Game to Magnus Carlsen s world championship victories, and featuring a foreword by five-times World Champion Vishy Anand.This book is written by an all-star team of authors. Wesley So is the reigning Fischer Random World Champion, the 2017 US Champion and the winner of the 2016 Grand Chess Tour. Michael Adams has been the top British player for the last quarter of a century and was a finalist in the 2004 FIDE World Championship. Graham Burgess is the author of thirty books, a former champion of the Danish region of Funen, and holds the world record for marathon blitz chess playing. John Nunn is a three-time winner of both the World Solving Championship and the British Chess Federation Book of the Year Award. John Emms is an experienced chess coach and writer, who finished equal first in the 1997 British Championship and was chess columnist of the Young Telegraph.The 145 greatest chess games of all time, selected, analysed, re-evaluated and explained by a team of British and American experts and illustrated with over 1,100 chess diagrams. Join the authors in studying these games, the cream of two centuries of international chess, and develop your own chess-playing skills - whatever your current standard. Instructive points at the end of each game highlight the lessons to be learned.First published in 1998, a second edition of The Mammoth Book of the World s Greatest Chess Games in 2004 included an additional twelve games. Another new edition in 2010 included a further thirteen games as well as some significant revisions to the analysis and information regarding other games in earlier editions of the book, facilitated by the use of a variety of chess software. This 2021 edition, further updated and expanded, now includes 145 games.The authors have made full use of the new generation of chess analysis engines that apply neural-network based AI.
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The Sun Down Motel - Simone St. Jamesová
Something hasn t been right at the Sun Down Motel for a very long time, and Carly Kirk is about to find out why . . .1982Viv Delaney wants to move to New York City, and to help pay for it she takes a job as the night clerk at the Sun Down Motel, in Fell. But Viv feels that something is wrong, something disturbing and haunting. And then she vanishes.2017Carly Kirk has never been able to let go of the story of her aunt Viv. She decides to move to Fell and take a job at the hotel - as a night clerk - to try to get to the bottom of the mystery.But Carly soon discovers that, before she vanished, Viv believed she was on the trail of something truly sinister.And if Carly can t work out the truth soon, then she s in line to be the next victim . . ._________ Deliciously creepy. A chilling blend of mystery and ghost story RILEY SAGER, New York Times bestselling author of Lock Every Door Spooky, unsettling, and brilliantly written, it will hook you early, and never let go JENNIFER HILLIER, author of Jar of Hearts
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Up Above The City, Down Beneath The Stars - Limited Deluxe Boxset
In Up Above the City, Down Beneath the Stars, the enigmatic Barry Adamsonshines a probing light into his own heart of darkness.Summaryof Main Contents:Apersonally SIGNED edition of Up Above the City, Down Beneath the Stars.Limitedto 500 boxsets.Aspecially commissioned full sized film poster for Moss Side Story (sentseparately in a tube to avoid folding).A7 single of two new and rare covers, â ˜The Folk Singerâ ™ and â ˜The Sweeney (InDub)â ™.Anart print of an original photo taken by Barry.Abespoke bookmark.Plusone box-set contains a Golden Ticket, entitling the lucky winner to the Squierbass given to Barry by producer Atticus Ross and used on the recording of AsAbove So Below.
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The Totally Awesome World of MrBeast - Neal E. Fischer
Learn everything there is to know about the groundbreaking career of YouTuber, philanthropist, and businessman James “Jimmy” Donaldson in The Totally Awesome World of MrBeast!From the Totally Awesome World series for middle-grade readers, this book covers all the major highlights of MrBeast’s YouTube channel (which has the most subscribers in history, btw!) and business pursuits, including his favorite way to serve up a Beast burger. Discussions of entrepreneurship and philanthropy and fun facts, quizzes, and trivia are accompanied by plenty of graphics and illustrations, for an engaging guide to our favorite YouTuber. MrBeast uploaded his first YouTube video in 2012 at the age of 13. His first viral moment came five years later when he posted a nearly 24-hours-long video of himself counting to 100,000. By 2016, his following had grown so large he decided to drop out of college to become a full-time YouTuber. He is now a huge celebrity known by pretty much everyone for his insanely fun and outlandish challenges, stunts, and giveaways.With hundreds of millions of YouTube subscribers, there’s a lot to love about MrBeast. The Totally Awesome World of MrBeast includes: The greatest hits of his videos, competitions, and giveawaysHis incredible philanthropy like cleaning up the oceanThe rise of his “Beast Tribe”Business ventures, such as the world-famous Feastible chocolate bars Perfect for a MrBeast fan and YouTube fanatic, learn Jimmy’s story in The Totally Awesome World of MrBeast and how he broke the internet! Welcome to MrBeast’s world!Explore the worlds of more amazing people in The Totally Awesome World of Steph Curry and The Totally Awesome World of Cristiano Ronaldo.
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