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The Weirdest People in the World - Henrich Joseph
''A landmark in social thought. Henrich may go down as the most influential social scientist of the first half of the twenty-first century'' MATTHEW SYEDDo you identify yourself by your profession or achievements, rather than your family network? Do you cultivate your unique attributes and goals? If so, perhaps you are WEIRD: raised in a society that is Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich and Democratic. Unlike most who have ever lived, WEIRD people are highly individualistic, nonconformist, analytical and control-oriented. How did WEIRD populations become so psychologically peculiar? What part did these differences play in our history, and what do they mean for our collective identity? Joseph Henrich, who developed the game-changing concept of WEIRD, uses leading-edge research in anthropology, psychology, economics and evolutionary biology to explore how changing family structures, marriage practices and religious beliefs in the Middle Ages shaped the Western mind, laying the foundations for the world we know today. Brilliant, provocative, engaging and surprising, this landmark study will revolutionize your understanding of who - and how - we are now. ''Phenomenal ... The only theory I am aware of that attempts to explain broad patterns of human psychology on a global scale'' Washington Post''You will never look ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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My Isekai Life 20: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World! - Shinkoshoto, Huuka Kazabana, Ponjea (Friendly Lan
Yuji Sano was a normal guy working a soul-sucking nine-to-five job when he suddenly found himself transported to a fantasy world where he restarted his life as a Monster Tamer. After befriending the Slimes, Yuji is quickly able to gain a second character class, ranking up his stats and learning new skills as he encounters one surprise after another. Yuji ends up enrolling in the Royal Academy in order to get access to a secret book containing information on the evil organization known as the Laboratory. His efforts at keeping a low profile end up being for naught, unfortunately, as news of his exploits on the infamous Evildominus Island spread among the student body like wildfire. While Yuji struggles with his newfound fame, will he actually end up enjoying student life in another world?!
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My Isekai Life 19: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World! - Shinkoshoto, Huuka Kazabana, Ponjea (Friendly Lan
In this manga adaptation of the popular web novel series, an overworked wage slave finds himself transported to a fantasy world where he quickly becomes the strongest sage in the world... thanks to the help of an army of tamed Slimes! Yuji Sano was a normal guy working a soul-sucking nine-to-five job when he suddenly found himself transported to a fantasy world where he restarted his life as a Monster Tamer. After befriending the Slimes, Yuji is quickly able to gain a second character class, ranking up his stats and learning new skills as he encounters one surprise after another. Yuji learns of a book containing important information regarding the evil organization known as the Laboratory. Unfortunately, the book is locked up within the Royal Academy, meaning the only way to access it is by... enrolling as a student?! Faced with his dreaded nemesis, the entrance exam, will his skills be good enough to let him pass?
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The Swerve: How the World Became Modern (0393343405)
Kniha - autor Stephen Greenblatt, 356 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná One of the world's most celebrated scholars, Greenblatt has crafted both an innovative work of history and a thrilling story of discovery, in which one manuscript, plucked from a thousand years of neglect, changed the course of human thought and made possible the world as we know it.
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The Oldest Book in the World - Bill Manley
A brand-new translation of a philosophical classic of the ancient world, The Teaching of Ptahhatp, written in Egypt 4,000 years ago. The Teaching of Ptahhatp, composed two millennia before the birth of Plato, is the oldest surviving statement of philosophy in the ancient world and the earliest witness to the power of the written word. It ought to begin the list of the world’s philosophy classics, yet it has been largely forgotten since it was rediscovered in the nineteenth century.Egyptologist Bill Manley’s new translation corrects this oversight, rendering into approachable modern English for the first time Ptahhatp’s profound yet practical account of ‘the meaning of life’, written many centuries before the supposed dawn of western philosophy. Manley introduces Ptahhatp, who served as Vizier to the Old Kingdom pharaoh Izezi (c. 2410–2375 BC), and the world of dynamic ideas and new technologies – writing among them – within which he worked, illuminating the nuances of his language and philosophy.In addition, Manley’s new translation of Why Things Happen, the oldest surviving account of creation from anywhere in the world, reveals how Ptahhatp’s account of the human condition is founded in distinctive ancient Egyptian beliefs about the nature of truth and reality. Taken ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Worst Sleepover in the World - Sophie Dahl
A playful picture book exploring the hilarious complications of first friendships, from an exciting new voice in children''s literature.Ramona is having her best friend Gracie to stay the night. It’s their first ever sleepover and she wants to make a den, read stories, dance like a wild thing, stay up all night and have a midnight feast. It''ll be the BEST SLEEPOVER IN HISTORY. But nothing quite goes to plan. Will Gracie, Ramona and her little sister Ruby be able to solve their problems and still be friends in the morning?PRAISE FOR THE WORST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD"This funny but tender look at children’s insecurities and why fear can manifest as difficult behaviour will resonate with sleepover-weary parents as much as with children." The Daily Mail"a wry, relatable look at the dynamics of first friendships" The Bookseller"A comedy of manners for seven year olds that beautifully navigates the perils of pyjama parties with pitch perfect illustrations." Chris Riddell"The Worst Sleepover in the World is a charming and gleeful story of the joys and perils of the sleepover, brought beautifully to life by Sophie Dahl''s witty words and Luciano Lozano''s delightful artwork." Anna James"Sophie has a wild capacity to think and ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Smallest Elephant in the World - Alvin Tresselt
Mocked throughout the jungles of India, the smallest elephant in the world—no bigger than a house cat—has decided enough is enough and it''s time to go!First published in 1959, The Smallest Elephant in the World, written by Alvin Tresselt and illustrated by Milton Glaser, is a witty, sweet, and funny tale of friendship and the search for home.Mocked throughout the jungles of India due to his small size, the smallest elephant in the world—no bigger than a house cat—has decided enough is enough. After all, if he’s no bigger than a house cat, then a house must be where he belongs! After a long journey in the hold of a ship, this smallest elephant in the world finds himself a home with a nice little boy inside. But he must disguise himself as a cat to satisfy the boy''s mother, and disaster strikes when he is confronted with his first mouse... Little does he know that the perfect home is waiting for him, in a circus where differences are celebrated, not scorned.The Smallest Elephant in the World is a fun book about an elephant who learns to accept his unique qualities as he seeks to find a place where he ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Greatest Salesman in the World - Og Mandino
The runaway bestseller with more than four million copies in print! You too can change your life with the priceless wisdom of ten ancient scrolls handed down for thousands of years.“Every sales manager should read The Greatest Salesman in the World. It is a book to keep at the bedside, or on the living room table—a book to dip into as needed, to browse in now and then, to enjoy in small stimulating portions. It is a book for the hours and for the years, a book to turn to over and over again, as to a friend, a book of moral, spiritual and ethical guidance, an unfailing source of comfort and inspiration.”—Lester J. Bradshaw, Jr., Former Dean, Dale Carnegie Institute of Effective Speaking & Human Relations“I have read almost every book that has ever been written on salesmanship, but I think Og Mandino has captured all of them in The Greatest Salesman in the World. No one who follows these principles will ever fail as a salesman, and no one will ever be truly great without them; but, the author has done more than present the principles—he has woven them into the fabric of one of the most fascinating ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Worst Sleepover in the World - Sophie Dahl
A playful story exploring the hilarious complications of first friendships, from an exciting new voice in children''s literature.Ramona is having her best friend Gracie to stay the night. It’s their first ever sleepover and she wants to make a den, read stories, dance like a wild thing, stay up all night and have a midnight feast. It''ll be the BEST SLEEPOVER IN HISTORY. But nothing quite goes to plan. Will Gracie, Ramona and her little sister Ruby be able to solve their problems and still be friends in the morning?PRAISE FOR THE WORST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD"This funny but tender look at children’s insecurities and why fear can manifest as difficult behaviour will resonate with sleepover-weary parents as much as with children." The Daily Mail"a wry, relatable look at the dynamics of first friendships" The Bookseller"A comedy of manners for seven year olds that beautifully navigates the perils of pyjama parties with pitch perfect illustrations." Chris Riddell"The Worst Sleepover in the World is a charming and gleeful story of the joys and perils of the sleepover, brought beautifully to life by Sophie Dahl''s witty words and Luciano Lozano''s delightful artwork." Anna James"Sophie has a wild capacity to think and dream ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The East in the Light of the West - Sergei O. Prokofieff
This major work comprises a comprehensive study of Eastern and Western esoteric streams and the occult powers that stand behind them. In Part 1 Prokofieff discusses the spiritual movement of Agni Yoga, presented to the world by Helena Roerich and her husband, the painter Nicholas Roerich. Part 2 focuses on the teachings developed by Alice Bailey, whilst Part 3 considers the relationship between Eastern and Western spiritual masters and the occult streams they represent. The first two Parts of the book give descriptions of both the Roerichs' and Alice Bailey's philosophy, based on their own perspective, together with anthroposophical commentaries that give an understanding of these two streams in the light of modern Christian esotericism. As Prokofieff points out, both the Roerichs and Bailey were convinced that the occult teachers who inspired them were the same as those referred to by the founder of Theosophy, Helena Blavatsky. Part 3 deals directly with the mystery of the Eastern teachers, or mahatmas, and their relationship to Christian esotericism. On the basis of extensive research, Prokofieff comes to the startling conclusion that the occultists whom both the Roerichs and Alice Bailey named as their leaders actually have nothing in common with Blavatsky's Eastern ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Worst Class in the World - Joanna Nadin
‘Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases… a great cheer-up book’ The Guardian‘HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!’ Pamela Butchart______________________________A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry.According to head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt, 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it.But Stanley and Manjit didn’t LITERALLY mean to make their whole class sick with homemade biscuits. And they definitely didn’t LITERALLY mean for Manjit’s dog Killer to eat their teacher’s shoes or for Bruce Bingley’s rat to escape. These things just happened even though they had a FOOLPROOF plan.You see, 4B may be the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. But you wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. Highly illustrated and featuring two hilarious madcap adventures in one book, these books are just right for children ready for their first chapter books.
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Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Greatest Detective in the World - Mark Aldridge
From the very first book publication in 1920 to the recent film release of Death on the Nile, this investigation into Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot celebrates a century of probably the world’s favourite fictional detective. This book tells his story decade-by-decade, exploring his appearances not only in the original novels, short stories and plays but also across stage, screen and radio productions. Poirot has had near-permanent presence in the public eye ever since the 1920 publication of The Mysterious Affair at Styles.From character development, publication history and private discussion concerning the original stories themselves, to early forays on to the stage and screen, the story of Poirot is as fascinating as it is enduring. Based on the author’s original research, review excerpts and original Agatha Christie correspondence, Poirot: The Greatest Detective in the World is a lively and accessible history of the character, offering new information and helpful pieces of context, that will delight all Agatha Christie fans, from a new generation of readers to those already highly familiar with the canon.
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The Best Sleepover in the World - Jacqueline Wilsonová
A long-awaited sequel to the hugely popular book Sleepovers!Daisy''s worst ever enemy Chloe is desperate to win back her friends so she announces she''s going to have THE BEST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD. There''s going to be a swim in a luxury pool, a special makeover for every guest, and a real live meeting with a social media superstar.All Chloe''s old friends are invited, even Daisy''s best friend Emily. But Daisy is left out.Daisy''s sister Lily is non-verbal but she''s learned Makaton at her new special school. She signs to Daisy that she wants a sleepover. Will family and friends somehow make Lily''s party THE BEST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD?A moving look at friendship, sleepovers and siblings from the much loved, bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.Jacqueline Wilson, top 5 bestselling children''s author in the UK of all time, Nielsen Book Scan, June 2024
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The Worst Journey in the World - Apsley Cherry-Garrard
One of the world''s greatest works of travel and adventure writing, reissued on its 100th birthday.This is a gripping account of an expedition gone disastrously wrong. Apsley Cherry-Garrard, one of the youngest members of Scott''s team, recorded the experience of his adventure and in doing so created a masterpiece of travel writing. Despite the horrors that Scott and his men faced, Cherry''s account is filled with details of scientific discovery, unforgettable descriptions of landscape and a belief in the spirit of human beings. A celebrated and compelling book on Antarctic exploration.INTRODUCED BY SARA WHEELER''The Worst Journey in the World is to travel what War and Peace is to the novel... a masterpiece'' New York Review of Books* Voted Number 1 in National Geographic''s 100 Best Adventure Books of All Time *
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Harriet the Strongest Girl in the World - Ben Lerwill
A vibrant, joyful, and powerful story about a little girl with a LOT of strength trying to find her place in the world.Harriet isn''t just strong - she''s the strongest girl in the whole world! And though her super-strength is mostly wonderful, it does make things like bouncing on trampolines, mixing cake batter, and putting the cap on the toothpaste a bit, well... tricky.So when the Seriously Strong Touring Circus comes to town, Harriet thinks she might POP with excitement to see other people just like her! Hans the Hairy and Betty Biceps show her that being strong should be celebrated - and when Muscleman Max prepares to break a world record, Harriet suddenly finds herself taking a starring role in the performance- one she could never have dreamed of...This humorous and empowering read features a brilliant cast of larger-than-life characters, and a heroine that you can''t help but root for. A true celebration of strength, difference, and finding a place where you truly belong.
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The Luckiest Kid in the World - Danny Wallace
‘One of the most purely enjoyable things I’ve read’ Frank Cottrell-BoyceWhat if you suddenly had everything you’d ever dreamed of? That’s exactly what happens to 10-year-old Joe Smith in this hilarious, brand-new comedy adventure from bestselling author, comedian and presenter Danny Wallace, with illustrations throughout from Gemma Correll.Perfect for children age 8+ and fans of David Baddiel, Stephen Mangan, David Walliams, Andy Griffiths, Jenny Pearson and Helen Rutter. Joe Smith is average in every way. He is average height. He lives in an average town, on an average street, in an average house, with a very average family. But when a survey identifies him as the most average kid in the country – well that makes him very special indeed. Suddenly, everyone wants Joe to test out their latest products. Overnight he is sent mountains of gifts – the best trainers, the coolest bike, the most exciting new tech, the latest flavours of ice cream – and so much more. He gets special cinema screenings and the entire water park all to himself. Joe now has everything he could possibly want in the world – and that’s far from average. But is going from zero to hero all it’s cracked ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Greatest Detective in the World - Mark Aldridge
From the very first book publication in 1920 to the upcoming film release of Death on the Nile, this investigation into Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot celebrates a century of probably the world’s favourite fictional detective. This book tells his story decade-by-decade, exploring his appearances not only in the original novels, short stories and plays but also across stage, screen and radio productions. The hardback edition includes more than 400 illustrations.Poirot has had near-permanent presence in the public eye ever since the 1920 publication of The Mysterious Affair at Styles. From character development, publication history and private discussion concerning the original stories themselves, to early forays on to the stage and screen, the story of Poirot is as fascinating as it is enduring. Based on the author’s original research, review excerpts and original Agatha Christie correspondence, Poirot: The Greatest Detective in the World is a lively and accessible history of the character, offering new information and helpful pieces of context, that will delight all Agatha Christie fans, from a new generation of readers to those already highly familiar with the canon.
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The Smartest Kids in the World - Amanda Ripley
How do other countries create “smarter” kids? What is it like to be a child in the worldÂ’s new education superpowers? The Smartest Kids in the World “gets well beneath the glossy surfaces of these foreign cultures and manages to make our own culture look newly strange....The question is whether the startling perspective provided by this masterly book can also generate the will to make changes” (The New York Times Book Review).In a handful of nations, virtually all children are learning to make complex arguments and solve problems theyÂ’ve never seen before. They are learning to think, in other words, and to thrive in the modern economy. Inspired to find answers for our own children, author and Time magazine journalist Amanda Ripley follows three Americans embedÂded in these countries for one year. Kim, fifteen, raises $10,000 so she can move from Oklahoma to Finland; Eric, eighteen, trades his high-achieving Minnesota suburb for a booming city in South Korea; and Tom, seventeen, leaves a historic Pennsylvania village for Poland. Through these young informants, Ripley meets battle-scarred reformers, sleep-deprived zombie students, and a teacher who earns $4 million a year. Their stories, along with groundbreaking research into learning in other cultures, reveal ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Best Catholics in the World - Derek Scally
The Number One BestsellerShortlisted for the Irish Book Awards 2021''A great achievement . . . Brilliant, engaging and essential'' Colm Tóibín''At once intimate and epic, this is a landmark book'' Fintan O''TooleWhen Dubliner Derek Scally goes to Christmas Eve Mass on a visit home from Berlin, he finds more memories than congregants in the church where he was once an altar boy. Not for the first time, the collapse of the Catholic Church in Ireland brings to mind the fall of another powerful ideology - East German communism. While Germans are engaging earnestly with their past, Scally sees nothing comparable going on in his native land. So he embarks on a quest to unravel the tight hold the Church had on the Irish.He travels the length and breadth of Ireland and across Europe, going to Masses, novenas, shrines and seminaries, talking to those who have abandoned the Church and those who have held on, to survivors and campaigners, to writers, historians, psychologists and many more. And he has probing and revealing encounters with Vatican officials, priests and religious along the way.The Best Catholics in the World is the remarkable result of his three-year journey. With wit, wisdom and compassion Scally ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Viking Adventures: The World to the West - Andy Elkerton
Bold and daring adventures of boy hero Oolaf in the world of Vikings!Viking Adventures are thrilling stories mixing that perfect match of fantasty and history. Join Oolaf as he embarks on a voyage to strange new lands involving storms, shipwrecks and a herd of angry bison!The Viking Adventures series are colour illustrated first chapter books, pitched perfectly for 6-8 years olds or readers in key stage 2. This series is all banded book band Lime 11 and is designed to boost confidence and develop fluent readers, a great way to progress reading skills and reading for pleasure. Books also contain facts and a glossary at the back with some key Viking terms, making a great cross-curricular link for Viking topic work.
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Looshkin: The Maddest Cat in the World (a Phoenix Comic Book, from the multi-million-selling creative genius Jamie Smart) - Jamie Smart
The comics in this book were previously published as Looshkin and Looshkin: The Big Number 2. Now in a brand-new pocket-sized format, there has never been a better time to discover the hilarious hijinks and astonishing adventures of Jamie Smart's most extraordinary creation - Looshkin, the maddest cat in the world!
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The Best Garden in the World - Alice Courtley
A chucklesome story from author-illustrator Alice Courtley that celebrates diversity in nature, and shows that what''s "best" is a matter of perspective. Steve is a city squirrel. He''s got style, he''s cultured, he knows what he likes. But for a while now he''s felt a call to the wild . . . So Steve packs up his things, says goodbye to city life and moves to the forest. He''s got BIG plans: he''s going to build the best garden in the world. He''s got his vision in mind, his tools at hand, and his rules for visitors ready. So, why don''t the forest folk seem to enjoy his garden as much as he does? Steve sets off to find out, and with each forest neighbour he meets, Steve discovers that perhaps what he thought was "best" might have been missing a thing or two . . . A timeless story about fresh starts, friendship, and gaining new perspectives.
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The Worst Class in the World Dares You! - Joanna Nadin
‘Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases… a great cheer-up book’ The Guardian‘HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!’ Pamela Butchart______________________________A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry.Head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt thinks 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it. But best friends Stanley and Manjit didn’t LITERALLY mean to let flying MINIBEASTS free in the classroom. And they really didn’t LITERALLY mean to do a series of dares to become the Overlord of the Universe. These things just happened, even though they had FOOLPROOF plans to get away with it all. Highly illustrated and featuring two hilarious madcap adventures in one book, these stories are just right for children ready for their first chapter books.
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The Last Woman in the World - Inga Simpson
Award-winning writer Inga Simpson terrifies and enthralls with this truly remarkable novel of a woman who must face her worst fears to survive and find beauty in the Australian bush.Fear is her cage. But what''s outside is worse...It''s night, and the walls of Rachel''s home creak in the darkness of the Australian bush. Her fear of other people has led her to a reclusive life as far from them as possible, her only occasional contact with her sister. A hammering on the door. There stand a mother, Hannah, and her sick baby. They are running for their lives from a mysterious death sweeping the Australian countryside - so soon, too soon, after everything.Now Rachel must face her worst fears to help Hannah, search for her sister, and discover just what terror was born of us. . . and how to survive it.For fans of STATION ELEVEN, BIRDBOX and A QUIET PLACE, this remarkable, frightening yet ultimately hopeful novel holds a mirror up to the world we live in today.
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The Fastest Boy in the World - Elizabeth Laird
From award-winning and beloved children''s author Elizabeth Laird comes a stunning edition of The Fastest Boy in the World, with a cover illustration by Zeamanuel Abera, an updated author letter and additional content from the author, including discussion notes. This must-read modern classic was shortlisted for the CLPE Carnegie Medal and includes black and white illustrations by Peter Bailey.Eleven-year-old Solomon loves to run; he dreams that one day he will be a gold-medal-winning athlete, in spite of his ragged shorts and bare feet.When his grandfather announces that he''s going to take Solomon to Ethiopia''s capital, Addis Ababa, Solomon cannot believe his ears. And he is even more excited to hear that the Ethiopian running team will be doing a victory parade through the city that day!But then Solomon''s grandfather collapses – and Solomon knows that getting help from his village is up to him. It''s a twenty-mile run from the city to home, and his grandfather''s life hangs in the balance. Can the small, bare-footed runner with the big heart make the journey?This edition includes brilliant extra material, such as:- An introduction by Elizabeth Laird- Extra content from the author, including reading group questions
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The Last Woman in the World - Inga Simpson
Award-winning writer Inga Simpson terrifies and enthralls with this truly remarkable novel of a woman who must face her worst fears to survive and find beauty in the Australian bush.Fear is her cage. But what''s outside is worse...It''s night, and the walls of Rachel''s home creak in the darkness of the Australian bush. Her fear of other people has led her to a reclusive life as far from them as possible, her only occasional contact with her sister.A hammering on the door. There stand a mother, Hannah, and her sick baby. They are running for their lives from a mysterious death sweeping the Australian countryside - so soon, too soon, after everything.Now Rachel must face her worst fears to help Hannah, search for her sister, and discover just what terror was born of us. . . and how to survive it.For fans of STATION ELEVEN, BIRDBOX and A QUIET PLACE, this remarkable, frightening yet ultimately hopeful novel holds a mirror up to the world we live in today.
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The Happiest Kids in the World - Rina Mae Acosta, Michele Hutchison
Why do:· Dutch babies seem so content, and sleep so well?· Dutch parents let their kids play outside on their own?· The Dutch trust their children to bike to school?· Dutch schools not set homework for the under-tens?· Dutch teenagers not rebel?· What is the secret of bringing up the happiest kids in the world? In a recent UNICEF study of child well-being, Dutch children came out on top as the happiest all-round. Rina Mae Acosta and Michele Hutchison, both married to Dutchmen and bringing up their kids in Holland, examine the unique environment that enables the Dutch to turn out such contented, well-adjusted and healthy babies, children and teens. Read this book if you want to find out what lessons you can learn from Dutch parents, to ensure your kids turn out happy!
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The Scariest Kitten in the World - Kate Messner
The Scariest Kitten in the World is a hilarious board book by Kate Messner and illustrated by MacKenzie Haley in the vein of The Monster at the End of This Book about a not-so-scary kitten and a not-too-terrifying haunted house.WARNING! This is a VERY scary story. It is the most spine-chilling story anyone could ever read. It takes place in a horrifying haunted house (okay, not that terrifying) . . .with a creepy creature (well, maybe not that creepy) . . .and its frightening friends (but are they that frightening?). Seriously. You’re going to be scared right out of your underpants by these guys! There’s no way they’re the cutest little critters you’ve ever seen . . . right? Packed with humor and heart and adorable illustrations, this not-quite-scary story will keep you laughing until the very last page.
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The Greatest Fight in the World - C. H. Spurgeon
‘This sparkling and startling address is perhaps the most rousing call to gospel arms you will ever encounter. If you can read it without being profoundly stirred, I strongly suggest you seek urgent spiritual help.’ – Jonathan Stephen, Principal, Wales Evangelical School of Theology, Bridgend, WalesSpurgeon gave The Greatest Fight in the World almost as a last word to impart to his followers in the faith his belief in the armoury of the Scripture, the armour of the church, and the strength that God gives us to fight. Be encouraged and empowered to take up your sword and join the fray of the Christian life. This powerful advice to Christians is a battle charge for living the faithful life whether in Spurgeon’s day or in ours.
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The Best Art in the World - Michael Maizels, Noah Becker
Founded in 2005, Whitehot Magazine has become one of the leading channels for contemporary art criticism. Since its inception, Whitehot has published thousands of reviews covering art from the United States, East Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America, with key pieces authored by critical luminaries, including Anthony Haden-Guest, Donald Kuspit, and Phoebe Hoban. The magazine is also uniquely independent in its editorial voice. Unlike other large art world publications, Whitehot is owned and managed by its founding editor rather than by a media holding company.On the occasion of its upcoming 20th anniversary, founder Noah Becker and contributor Michael Maizels have compiled a critical anthology of the magazine’s writings. The selected articles not only encapsulate the storied history of Whitehot but also provide a significant window into the evolution of art practice and art criticism since the turn of the Millennium.
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THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Jasmínový zázrak 170 g (5600311013345)
Svíčka - vonná, skleněná nádoba, květinová vůně Hlavní přednosti svíčky THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Jasmínový zázrak 170 g Vonná svíčka LINTEO vytvoří příjemnou atmosféru v každém interiéru Svíčka ve skle se hodí do každého domova Jedná se o svíčku střední velikosti Uchvátí vás její květinová vůně Se standardním bavlněným knotem Hmotnost činí 170 g
Objev podobné jako THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Jasmínový zázrak 170 g (5600311013345)
THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Hřebíček a skořice 130 g (5600311011938)
Svíčka - vonná, skleněná nádoba, sváteční/vánoční a kořenitá vůně Zásadní vlastnosti svíčky THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Hřebíček a skořice 130 g Vonná svíčka LINTEO vytvoří romantickou atmosféru v každém prostředí Svíčka ve skle je vhodnou dekorací, která rozzáří váš domov Jedná se o svíčku střední velikosti O hoření se stará bavlněný knot Hmotnost je 130 g
Objev podobné jako THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Hřebíček a skořice 130 g (5600311011938)
The Worst Class in the World Gets Worse - Joanna Nadin
‘Deliciously silly, with hilarious catchphrases… a great cheer-up book’ The Guardian‘HILARIOUS! Proper laughs!’ Pamela Butchart______________________________A laugh-out-loud young fiction series from bestselling author Joanna Nadin, perfect for fans of Horrid Henry.According to head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt, 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. She says school is not about footling or fiddle-faddling or FUN. It is about LEARNING and it is high time 4B tried harder to EXCEL at it.But Stanley and Manjit didn’t LITERALLY mean to flood the toilets when they should have been monitoring the playground. And they definitely didn’t LITERALLY mean to bring a penguin home from the zoo on their school trip. These things just happened even though they had a FOOLPROOF plan to get away with them.
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The Funniest Boy in the World - Helen Rutter
Billy Plimpton took to the stage and captivated the crowd at thetriumphant ending to THE BOY WHO MADE EVERYONE LAUGH, and in thesequel, he's going to go viral. Celebrity comedian Leo Leggetttakes Billy under his wing, as his new sidekick: when Leo tweetsa clip of his stand-up act, Billy suddenly becomes the mostfamous boy in the country. At first, this is GREAT - all the kidsat school think he's cool and he gets to appear on his favouritemorning TV show. But Leo's motives turn out to be shady and Billymust turn the tables in a very public way...The idea for this story came from Helen Rutter's son, who hasa stammer: she wanted to write the book that he would love to read,starring a child like him.
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The Finest Road in the World - James Miller
Trains and stagecoaches stuck in the snow, wild storms driving sailing ships off course, traffic pile-ups on so-called ''killer'' highways - stories abound about the horrors of travel in the Highlands and Islands, and have done for as far as the records go back.James Miller tells the dramatic and sometimes surprisingly humorous story of travel and transport in the Highlands. Some of the figures in the story are familiar - General George Wade, Thomas Telford and Joseph Mitchell among them - but there are a host of others too, including the intrepid Lady Sarah Murray, who offered sound advice for travellers (''Provide yourself with a strong roomy carriage, and have the springs well corded'').This thought-provoking book will appeal to all who like stories of travel and transport, and are interested in how changing modes of transport have affected the ways of life in the Highlands and remain crucial to the modern life and the future of the region.
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The Biggest House in the World - Leo Lionni
The beloved fable about loving your home from four-time Caldecott Honor-winner Leo Lionni.A young snail dreams of having the biggest house—or shell—in the world. Then one day, his wise father tells him the story of another snail with the same dream. He grew and grew, adding bright colors and beautiful designs, until he found that his house came at a terrible cost. The young snail decides that a small, easy-to-carry shell might be best for a life of adventure and exploration.
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The Saddest Girl in the World - Cathy Glass
The Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author of Damaged tells the true story of Donna, who came into foster care aged ten, having been abused, victimised and rejected by her family. Donna had been in foster care with her two young brothers for three weeks when she is abruptly moved to Cathy's. When Donna arrives she is silent, withdrawn and walks with her shoulders hunched forward and her head down. Donna is clearly a very haunted child and refuses to interact with Cathy's children Adrian and Paula. After patience and encouragement from Cathy, Donna slowly starts to talk and tells Cathy that she blames herself for her and her brothers being placed in care. The social services were aware that Donna and her brothers had been neglected by their alcoholic mother, but no one realised the extent of the abuse they were forced to suffer. The truth of the physical torment she was put through slowly emerges, and as Donna grows to trust Cathy she tells her how her mother used to make her wash herself with wire wool so that she could get rid of her skin colour as her mother was so ashamed that Donna was ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Greatest Miracle in the World - Og Mandino
''The greatest miracle in the world'' contains the Memorandum from God to you. A great inspirational writer tells his story - a narrative that will hold you spellbound as it reveals exciting new secrets for your personal happiness and success.
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Meet the Strongest Girl in the World - Astrid Lindgrenová
Be more Pippi Longstocking with this empowering book celebrating 80 years of Astrid Lindgren''s best-loved character. Enter a world of adventures that reveal Pippi Longstocking''s unique personality, introduced by Pippi super-fan, Sandi Toksvig. Discover how Pippi meets every challenge she faces with courage and positivity, and be inspired by the fun, practical activities to help you achieve your goals, believe in yourself, and live your best life!
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The Totally True Story of Devon The Naughtiest Dog in the World - Jon Katz
Jon and his two perfectly behaved, chilled-out Labradors have always enjoyed a peaceful life. But when Jon agrees to give Devon, an abandoned little border collie, a home - things will never be the same again!From the moment mischeivous Devon explodes from his cage at the airport, Jon realises that his new friend is going to be trouble. And, over the course of the next year, he finds out just how much trouble one little dog can be! Find out all about Devon''s life in his new home and his naughty adventures with geese, sheep, buses and meatballs in this wonderful true story!
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You Are the Best Sister in the World Because… - Summersdale Publishers
Go on, admit it: your sister''s pretty great, isn''t she?Here''s the perfect way to tell her - in your own words - just how much her friendship, support and love means to you. Fill in the gaps in this gorgeous book to create a personalized treasure trove of in-jokes, memories and all the things you love about your sis that she''ll cherish forever.
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The Oldest Cuisine in the World - Jean Bottéro
Offers a look at the delectable secrets of Mesopotamia. The author's broad perspective takes us inside the religious rites, everyday rituals, attitudes and taboos, and even the detailed preparation techniques involving food and drink in Mesopotamian high culture during the second and third millenniums BCE, as the Mesopotamians recorded them.
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The Warmest Blanket in the World - Tamara Levine
Frida loves spending time with her great-grandmother, Ama, and listening to her inspiring stories of activism. Ama believes in helping people, especially children and families. But Ama has one big problem. She is always cold. Her fingers feel like ice cubes, and sometimes, she feels like she lives inside a refrigerator. Frida has to do something to help, just like Ama taught her. With the help of a kind person named Tanis, and a special kind of wool called qiviut, Frida finds the perfect way to keep Ama warm!
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THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Dřevo a koření 200 g (5600311011211)
Svíčka - vonná, plechová nádoba, dřevitá a kořenitá vůně Pokud se snažíte žít v minimalistickém či udržitelném duchu, bude svíčka The GREATEST CANDLE tou nejúžasnější volbou. Díky speciální technologii Oil2Wax je vyrobena z recyklovaných rostlinných olejů. Nejčastější použitou surovinou je olej slunečnicový či olivový. Díky recyklovanému základu svíčky, skleněnému a plechovému balení tak není při výrobě vytvářena další zbytečná zátěž pro planetu. Krásné plechové krabičky pak můžete použít kdekoliv v domácnosti nebo si do nich vyrobit svíčku novou. Klíčové vlastnosti svíčky The GREATEST Candle Dřevo a KořeníUnikátní svíčka pro všechny milovníky udržitelného životního styluThe GREATEST CANDLE je vyrobena z nejrůznějších rostlinných recyklovaných olejůS vůní exotického a zemitého dřeva smíchaného s kořenímThe GREATEST CANDLE vydrží až 55 hodin hořeníSvíčka váží 200 gramů a je zabalena v úžasné plechové krabičce s víčkem Jedinečné...
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THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Divoká levandule 200 g (5600311014335)
Svíčka - vonná, plechová nádoba, květinová vůně, doba hoření 55 h Pokud se snažíte žít v minimalistickém či udržitelném duchu, bude svíčka The GREATEST CANDLE tou nejúžasnější volbou. Díky speciální technologii Oil2Wax je vyrobena z recyklovaných rostlinných olejů. Nejčastější použitou surovinou je olej slunečnicový či olivový. Díky recyklovanému základu svíčky, skleněnému a plechovému balení tak není při výrobě vytvářena další zbytečná zátěž pro planetu. Krásné plechové krabičky pak můžete použít kdekoliv v domácnosti nebo si do nich vyrobit svíčku novou. Klíčové vlastnosti svíčky The GREATEST Candle Divoká levanduleUnikátní svíčka pro všechny milovníky udržitelného životního styluThe GREATEST CANDLE je vyrobena z nejrůznějších rostlinných recyklovaných olejůS vůní úžasné divoké levandule, která provoní váš domovThe GREATEST CANDLE vydrží až 55 hodin hořeníSvíčka váží 200 gramů a je zabalena v úžasné plechové krabičce s víčkem...
Objev podobné jako THE GREATEST CANDLE IN THE WORLD Divoká levandule 200 g (5600311014335)
The World of the Dark Crystal - Brian Froud
Kniha The World of The Dark Crystal nabízí fanouškům klasického filmu Jima Hensona ponoření do jeho tvorby a příběhového světa prostřednictvím ilustrací Briana Frouda. Publikace slouží jako průvodce konceptuálním uměním a vývojem filmu Temný krystal. Poskytuje detailní vhled do vizuální stránky a mytologie tohoto kultovního díla.
- Autentické ilustrace od konceptuálního designéra původního filmu.
- Hluboký náhled do tvorby a lore kultovního snímku.
- Kvalitní zpracování pro fanoušky a sběratele.
- Evokativní vizuály, které přenášejí do světa Temného krystalu.
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The Story Orchestra: In the Hall of the Mountain King
Discover the spellbinding magic of In the Hall of The Mountain King in this musical retelling of Peer Gynt—push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Grieg’s score. This tale of a boy’s adventure through the valleys and mountains of the Norwegian countryside begins at a wedding feast far, far away. Peer Gynt is bored and he’s longing for adventure. After sneaking off from the party, he finds himself at a peaceful lake where he meets some dairy people. When he lies about his escapades riding reindeer through the sky, they dare him to go to the lair of the Mountain King, the king of the trolls. The king’s halls are dark and spooky, and it isn’t long before Peer is captured. How will he escape? And will he learn the importance of humility and the value of friends? As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the score. Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music. At the back of the book, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Diamond Brothers in The French Confection & The Greek Who Stole Christmas - Anthony Horowitz
Two hilarious Diamond Brothers investigations in one volume by the number one bestselling author of the Alex Rider series, Anthony Horowitz.Meet the Diamond Brothers, the world''s worst private-detective agency, in this Chandler-esque spoof from the creator of the bestselling Alex Rider series. Life as the younger brother of the world''s most defective detective can be tough – and these two adventures will test Nick to the full. What connects them? Murder! And if the Diamond Brothers don''t play their cards right, they could be next…
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The Holy Land in the Era of the Crusades - Helena P Schrader
For the first time ever, this book offers a much-needed comprehensive and introductory overview of the tumultuous era of the Crusades.
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Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took on the West (0007578814)
Kniha - autor Catherine Belton, 640 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year 2020 A Daily Telegraph Book of the Year 2020 'The Putin book that we've been waiting for' Oliver Bullough, author of Moneyland 'Books about modern Russia abound ... Belton has surpassed them all. Her much-awaited book is the best and most important on modern Russia' The Times A chilling and revelatory expose of the KGB's renaissance, Putin's rise to power, and how Russian black cash is subverting the world.In Putin's People, former Moscow correspondent and investigative journalist Catherine Belton reveals the untold story of how Vladimir Putin and his entourage of KGB men seized power in Russia and built a new league of oligarchs. Through exclusive interviews with key inside players, Belton tells how Putin's people conducted their relentless seizure of private companies, took over the economy, siphoned billions,...
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