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Across the world, universities are more numerous than they have ever been, yet at the same time there is unprecedented confusion about their purpose and scepticism about their value. What Are Universities For? offers a spirited and compelling argument for completely rethinking the way we see our universities, and why we need them. Stefan Collini challenges the common claim that universities need to show that they help to make money in order to justify getting more money. Instead, he argues that we must reflect on the different types of institution and the distinctive roles they play. In particular we must recognize that attempting to extend human understanding, which is at the heart of disciplined intellectual enquiry, can never be wholly harnessed to immediate social purposes - particularly in the case of the humanities, which both attract and puzzle many people and are therefore the most difficult subjects to justify. At a time when the future of higher education lies in the balance, What Are Universities For? offers all of us a better, deeper and more enlightened understanding of why universities matter, to everyone.

Objev podobné jako What are Universities For? - Stefan Collini

Heather Browning and Walter Veit test the common justifications for zoos (entertainment, education, research, conservation) against the evidence and suggest what the best zoos of the future should look like to ensure that they are primarily for animals and not just for people.

Objev podobné jako What Are Zoos For? - Walter Veith, Heather Browning

Having children is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your life. Increasingly, we aren’t making it at all.

Objev podobné jako What Are Children For? - Anastasia Berg, Rachel Wiseman

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The study and teaching of English literature is generally regarded as one of the central disciplines in the modern university, yet for much of its history it struggled to gain academic legitimacy and was frequently derided as ''a soft option''. Its early professors responded by emphasizing its scholarly character, foregrounding philology and literary history in ways that marked the syllabus far into the twentieth century. Stefan Collini provides here the first full account of the discipline''s development from its late-eighteenth-century beginnings up to the early 1960s. Paying special attention to institutional settings, he challenges numerous assumptions about the character of universities in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. From the detailed exploration of syllabuses, exam papers, and other institutional records, the impact of literary criticism is revealed to be later and more partial than is commonly assumed. Rather than seeing the early teaching of English literature as ''a substitute for religion'' or ''a means to soften class conflict'', Collini emphasizes the role of ideals of learnedness and scholarship, as well as of external factors such as opportunities for employment in the civil service and secondary school-teaching. There are full discussions of the parts played by such figures as John Churton ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Literature and Learning - Stefan Collini

Three new essays by the internationally recognised humanists Onora O''Neill, Stefan Collini and Rens Bod show another side of the humanities, which is partly inseparable from other sciences, and partly turns out to have been the very prerequisite for some of the most advanced technology of our time.

Objev podobné jako The Humanities in the World - Stefan Collini, Onora O'Neill, Rens Bod

This book explores the purpose, role and function of the university and examines the disconnection between studentsÂ’ approaches to learning and university strategy. It centres on the idea that it is vital to explore what counts as a university in the twenty-first century, what it is for, and for whom, as well as how it can transcend social divisions. The universities of the twenty-first century need to have larger audiences, a broader voice, a shift away from othering and an effective means of progressing such shifts. What is central to such exploration is the idea that learning needs to be seen as postdigital. With a focus on how the growth of technology has and continues to affect university learning, this book:explores the concepts of the digital and the postdigitalpromotes just and inclusive pedagogies for higher educationconsiders ways to ensure learning is an ethical and political experiencestudies how to understand community and collective values through higher educationsuggests ways of promoting personal and collective responsibility for our world and its peoplespresents ways in which the university can challenge ideologies based on capitalist modes of consumption, privilege and exploitationDigital and Postdigital Learning for Changing Universities is essential reading for anyone seeking to reimagine ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Digital and Postdigital Learning for Changing Universities - Savin-Baden Maggi

What are you looking for? So asks Tokyo's most enigmatic librarian, Sayuri Komachi. But she is no ordinary librarian. Sensing exactly what someone is searching for in life, she provides just the book recommendation to help them find it. We meet five visitors to the library, each at a different crossroads: The restless retail assistant eager to pick up new skills The mother faced with a demotion at work after maternity leave The conscientious accountant who yearns to open an antique store The gifted young manga artist in search of motivation The recently retired salaryman on a quest for newfound purpose Can she help them find what they are looking for? Which book will you recommend?

Objev podobné jako What You Are Looking for is in the Library - Mičiko Aojama

What Are We Fighting For? is a poetry collection that explores the concept of war in a brilliantly accessible way for younger readers.Fascinating and moving in equal measure, there are poems about incredibly brave dogs, cats and pigeons; the Christmas truce of WWI when soldiers played football in No Man''s Land; poems about rationing and what it was like to be an evacuee, poems about modern warfare and the reality of war today; plus lots of amazing true historical facts.This cross-curricular poetry book is a brilliant way to get young readers thinking about both the historical and philosophical aspects of war.

Objev podobné jako What Are We Fighting For? - Roger Stevens, Brian Moses

A sensational debut thriller from a master storyteller. A KILLER WITH A MESSAGE. Two men have been murdered. Both of them were school bullies when they were younger. Plenty of people would have wanted them dead. A single clue has been found at the scene: a class photo from 1982, with two faces neatly crossed out. A DETECTIVE WHO CAN''T LET GO. Fabian Risk is the lead detective on the case. He''s also one of the children in the photograph. As more people die, and more faces are crossed out, it becomes clear that a serial killer is targeting old classmates one by one. Fabian Risk thought he''d left his schooldays behind... Now he must confront his past if he is to find the killer before it''s too late. VICTIM WITHOUT A FACE is both a high voltage thriller and a fearless exploration of the darkest side of human nature. To enter Stefan Ahnhem''s world, with its interwoven plotlines and sprawling cast of characters, is to put yourself in the hands of a master storyteller. REVIEWS FOR STEFAN AHNHEM: ''Atmospheric and complicated [...] with great cop characters and some imaginatively grisly perps'' Sunday Times (star pick). ''More gripping than Jo ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Peacekeepers, effective deterrent or potential cause of ultimate disaster? Understanding what nuclear weapons are for has never been more essential. This book traces the history of nuclear weapons from their first use in 1945 when they brought the Second World War to an end, through the Cold War when they gave rise to peace movements and disarmament efforts to the ominous nuclear landscape today. Shamai shows how nuclear weapons have, to date, been a deterrent by raising the stakes of war and thereby reducing the chances of certain kinds of conflict. But, she warns, this is not a permanent situation – its continuation depends on the world’s reaction to this threat and ongoing vigilance.

Objev podobné jako What Are Nuclear Weapons For? - Patricia Shamai

A New York Times and International Bestseller. Life isn’t always easy. We get tripped up, knocked down, and start to question ourselves. But as #1 New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hollis learned, sometimes it’s not answers you need – what helps most are questions. And the best questions can change everything.Good questions make us think, teach us about ourselves, and if we’re honest in our replies, they can reveal the answers we’ve been searching for. In What If YOU Are the Answer?, Rachel Hollis shares the transformative questions that have helped her heal, grow, and thrive, even when life throws its hardest punches. With her signature blend of vulnerability, tell-it-like-it-is humor, and hard-won wisdom, Rachel challenges and encourages you to: Confront your deepest fears: “What are you afraid to admit?” Change your circumstances: “Would you sign up for this again? Lean into success: “What’s working in your life?" Take responsibility for your own growth: “What if YOU are the problem?” Throughout this dynamic book, as hilarious as it is wise, Rachel’s questions – and above all, her raw and all-too-real stories – will give you the clarity, courage, and inspiration to embrace your full potential and become the person ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako What If YOU Are the Answer? - Rachel Hollis

What are the most statistically-effective flirting techniques? Is there any such thing as an aphrodisiac? And why does everyone on earth fancy George Clooney? In Loveology, science writer and TV presenter Stefan Gates (author of Rude Science) combines evidence-based research by psychologists, biochemists and neuroscientists to take you on an enlightening journey through some very sticky subjects in his usual humorous style. Packed with surprising facts, flirting techniques and answers to life’s big questions, this is the perfect book for Valentine's Day. Chapters include: The Biochemistry of Love The Science of Chat-Up Lines Lustology Snogology Sexology Is Break-Up Sex Ever a Good Idea? 10 Things Every Sex Therapist Wants You To Know When Love Goes Wrong …And Then What?Loveology is an exhilarating but surprisingly practical journey through romantic and sexual science. Stefan Gates separates agony-aunt wisdom from scientific data with wit and good humour, striking a delicate balance between bald, bold scientific research and luscious, romantic, unknowable expert opinion.

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Collin Clarke got more than he bargained for as a teacher when the global pandemic struck in 2020. COVID impacted everyone, and every conceivable situation, and its impact radically revamped the delivery of education. This is a story of school life outside of a school building. Academia pursued from behind a screen as told by a young, atypical millennial with limited technological proficiency, he experiences baptism by fire when forced to adapt to a whole platform of remote learning. His prior experiences of being proposed to by a six-year-old girl, witnessing a fourth grader physically overpower five adults, and watching a student charge unclothed down a hallway, pale in comparison to what this new format of learning would bring. Join him on this crazy journey as he is zoom bombed, confronted by irate parents, challenged by student needs, and much more.

Objev podobné jako Confessions of a Virtual Teacher: COVID Edition - Collin Clarke

The epic sequel to Victim Without a Face. ON A HOT SUMMER''S DAY. A car speeds through the streets of Helsingborg. When it reaches the harbour, the driver keeps going, straight into the cold, dark sea. A BODY IN THE WATER. But it is not a suicide. The autopsy reveals that this man has been dead for some time. He was murdered two months ago, and his body has been deep frozen. TURNS EVERTHING COLDER. As more bodies are discovered, Fabian Risk must hunt a killer with a mission: to preserve his victims, and create the perfect death... REVIEWS FOR STEFAN AHNHEM: ''Atmospheric and complicated [...] with great cop characters and some imaginatively grisly perps'' Sunday Times (star pick). ''More gripping than Jo Nesbo, blacker than Stieg Larsson and more bleakly human than Henning Mankell'' Tony Parsons. ''Epic in scale and ambition'' Daily Mail. ''An intense journey, with an intricate plot... Ahnhem has mastered atmosphere, pacing and intrigue'' Crime Review. ''Masterly plotting, grisly murders and chilling suspense: Stefan Ahnhem keeps the threads of this complex, two-country narrative pulled tense'' Better Reading.

Objev podobné jako Eighteen Below - Stefan Ahnhem

Explore the wonders and magic of the night sky in What to Look For in the Night Sky.Explore the wonders and magic of the night sky in this spellbinding introduction to astrology. What to Look for in the Night Sky is the perfect gift and guide for children who are curious about planets, stars, constellations and signs of the zodiac. Wrap up warm, and see what you can discover in the night sky above you!Want more? Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look for by the Shore What to Look for in AutumnWhat to Look for in WinterWhat to Look for in Spring What to Look for in Summer

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In this updated edition of the bestseller published ten years ago, Oprah shares what she has come to know for sure in the last decade.After film critic Gene Siskel asked her, "What do you know for sure?" Oprah Winfrey began writing the "What I Know For Sure" column in O, The Oprah Magazine. Saying that the question offered her a way to take "stock of her life," Oprah has penned one column a month over the last twenty-four years, years in which she retired The Oprah Winfrey Show (the highest-rated program of its kind in history), launched her own television network, became America''s only black billionaire, was awarded an honorary degree from Harvard University and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, watched friends and colleagues come and go, and celebrated milestone birthdays. Throughout it all, she''s continued to offer her profound and inspiring words of wisdom in her "What I Know For Sure" column in O, The Oprah Magazine.Now, for the first time, these thoughtful gems have been revised, updated, and collected in What I Know For Sure, a beautiful book packed with insight and revelation from Oprah Winfrey. Organized by theme — joy, resilience, connection, gratitude, possibility, awe, clarity, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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‘One of the greatest thinkers of the age’ The Dalai Lama''One of the five saints of the 20th century'' - TIME magazine ''Krishnamurti influenced me profoundly'' - Deepak Chopra Who are you?What are you?What do you want from life? One of the world’s great philosophical teachers, Krishnamurti, offers his inspiring wisdom on many of life’s hurdles from relationships and love, to anxiety and loneliness. He answers such questions as ‘What is the significance of life?’ and ''How do I live life to the full?'' to reveal the best way of being true to yourself. Read by millions from all walks of life, Krishnamurti shows us there is no path, no higher authority, no guru to follow, and that ultimately it is our own responsibility as to how we live our lives.

Objev podobné jako What Are You Doing With Your Life? - J. Krishnamurti

FOUR MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR ''One of the greatest thinkers of the age'' The Dalai Lama What is love?Who am I without my relationships? What is the relationship between myself and society?One of the world''s greatest philosophical teachers, Krishnamurti, offers his inspiring wisdom on a core feature of life: our relationships. From parents to partners and colleagues to friends, Krishnamurti answers our deepest defining questions and reveals a path to truly loving yourself, others and the world around you.

Objev podobné jako What Are You Looking For? - J. Krishnamurti

A photographer and his son are searching for a creature many talk about but few have ever seen … the Fog Town moose!They look high. They look low. But the town is foggy and the moose is an expert at hiding in plain sight.Will they manage to photograph the missing moose before it''s time to catch the train home?Sparkling with wit and quirkiness, this charming picture book story, with universally appealing search-and-find elements, will capture the imagination of children and adults alike! It will remind adults that while they think they know everything, children often know better!

Objev podobné jako The Hunt for the Fog Town Moose - Stefania Aldana Trujillo

"Can I be prosecuted for comments I make online?" "What are my rights as an undocumented teen?" "When can I get a tattoo?" These questions-and many more-are asked and answered in What Are My Rights? Teens often have questions about the justice system but don''t always know where to turn for answers. This book provides those answers, exploring more than 100 legal questions pertaining specifically to teens. This revised and updated fourth edition includes fresh facts, updated statistics, and brand-new questions and answers. Using a straightforward tone and drawing on examples from real-life juvenile court cases, Judge Tom Jacobs helps readers learn about the laws that affect them, appreciate their legal rights, and consider their responsibilities.

Objev podobné jako What Are My Rights? - Thomas A. Jacobs

Be surprised by the astonishing science of forces, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl, the internet''s most inspiring curator of facts and observations of our wonderful world - making it easy for all readers to come to love science!Surprised by Science: Forces are Fantastic brings an attention-grabbing and accessible set of facts about forces and physics to life! Doing what she''s famous for online, Sabrina Rose dives into the most surprising details of the world of forces to explore the science at work. From black holes to gravity in space; from magnets in navigation to friction in storms - this series is perfect for inquisitive children age 7 and up, and all fans of Science Girl.Contents: Phenomenal Forces / The Story of Gravity / Gravity in Space / Forces on the Move / Something''s Up! / Friction Fascination / Earth is a Giant Magnet / Make Sparks Fly / Forces of Nature / Incredible Inventions / Explosive Science / Mysterious Forces at Play / Surprised by Scientific DiscoveriesSurprised by Science is a series of books that takes the inspiring communication and research skills of Science Girl''s hugely popular platform and distills it on the page, with funny and engaging illustrations ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Surprised by Science: Forces are Fantastic! - Sabrina Rose Science Girl

Most states in the world make some provision for the welfare of their citizens. Every state engages with health care provision, almost all provide education services, and, after an explosion of interest in recent years, a substantial majority now have national schemes in place for cash assistance. Welfare states matter for people’s lives – but there is little agreement about what one is. What are these states trying to do, and why? The book discusses the institutions and methods that characterise welfare states around the world. It focuses on the aims, purposes and justifications for social welfare services in order to explain what the welfare state is for.

Objev podobné jako What Is the Welfare State For? - Paul Spicker

Explore the beauty of summer in this new edition of What to Look For in Summer.The increased warmth and long sunny days of summertime in the UK helps crops to grow, insects to thrive and animals to hunt. This book takes a closer look at ripening fruits, buzzing bees, summer storms and the solstice as the secrets of summer begin to appear in the world around us.Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series: What to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in WinterWhat to Look For in Spring

Objev podobné jako What to Look For in Summer - Elizabeth Jenner

Explore the beauty of spring in this new edition of What to Look For in Spring.The natural world wakes from the long winter''s sleep. Buds, blossoms and butterflies appear, marking the arrival of the season of rebirth. This book takes a closer look at bleating lambs, boxing hares, meteor showers and May Day celebrations as the secrets of the spring begin to appear in the world around us.Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in Winter

Objev podobné jako What to Look For in Spring - Elizabeth Jenner

Explore the beauty of autumn in this new edition of What to Look For in Autumn.In the UK, autumn is a season of change and preparation. The air temperature starts to drop, trees change colour and the days get shorter. This book takes a closer look at hedgerow picnics, unexpected houseguests and hibernating hedgehogs as the secrets of autumn begin to appear in the world around us.Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series: What to Look For in WinterWhat to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in Summer

Objev podobné jako What to Look For in Autumn - Elizabeth Jenner

Explore the beauty of winter in this new edition of What to Look For in Winter.Despite the bare branches and long, dark nights, winter in the UK is a season full of life. The clear winter skies are filled with birds and the early morning frost reveals the tracks of nocturnal creatures. T his book takes a closer look at hoar frost, woodland fungi, clear starry skies and morning mists as the secrets of winter begin to appear in the world around us. Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series: What to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in Autumn

Objev podobné jako What to Look For in Winter - Elizabeth Jenner

The sixth title in the bestselling Collins Guide series, this book covers the fungi of the British Isles, with considerable relevance for Europe and the wider temperate world.Leading mycological artists have been specially commissioned to ensure accurate, detailed illustrations. Where possible, species are described and illustrated on the same page, with up-to-date authoritative text aiding identification. Nearly 2,400 species are illustrated in full colour, with detailed notes on how to correctly identify them, including details of similar, confusing species. Illustrations of young and mature fruiting bodies are included where necessary, and key features are highlighted for quick and easy reference.Written by one of Europe''s leading mycologists and horticultural scientists, Stefan Buczacki, and illustrated by two of the world''s leading natural history illustrators, Chris Shields and Denys Ovenden, this is the ultimate field guide for mushroom and toadstool lovers.

Objev podobné jako Collins Fungi Guide - Chris Shields, Stefan Buczacki, Denys Ovenden

Managing Change in Organizations, second edition, explores a broad range of perspectives on change management, encouraging critical reflection and making sense of a complex field of theories. Its unique approach, based around three key perspectives of change, will help you to understand: ·        How change is accomplished – the tool perspective ·        What change means for those involved – the process perspective ·        Why change is initiated (and whether it is necessary) – the critical perspective Updated throughout to include new examples, case studies and exercises, this essential text offers you the chance to learn pragmatic tools for managing change, as well as gain an in-depth understanding of different theories and their values. Stefan Sveningsson is Professor of Business Administration at the School of Economics and Management, Lund University. Nadja Sörgärde is Senior Lecturer in Business Administration at the School of Economics and Management, Lund University.

Objev podobné jako Managing Change in Organizations - Nadja Sorgarde, Stefan Svenningson

What to Grow for a Climate Resilient Garden urges green-thumbed readers that are conscious of the environment to think deeper about the impact of maintaining a thriving garden on the future of the planet, and vice versa. With easy, practical ideas, it is the ideal book for experienced gardeners and a growing environmentally-inclined public looking for ways to make a difference. Eminent plant expert Dr Amanda Rasmussen explains what makes particular plants suited to certain conditions, along with easy-to-implement ideas for forward-thinking gardeners. Whether you are gardening in the rain, the baking hot sun, in the city or the countryside, you'll discover information and inspiration for creating your very own resilient, future-proofed garden. The author's expertise ensures a book that is botanically sound, but also aesthetically designed and eye-catching. The fascinating information about easy-to-find plants for a wide range of abilities and geographically diverse locations makes this book highly desirable for all gardeners wishing to diversify their green spaces as the climate continues to change radically.

Objev podobné jako RHS What to Grow for a Climate Resilient Garden - Dr Amanda Rasmussen

If pets could talk, what would they say?Maybe 'Fur is for petting, backs are for scratching, noses are for nuzzling ... and tails are not for pulling!' Toddlers and pets are adorable together - when toddlers know the basics of being kind to animals. Simple words and colourful illustrations encourage careful handling, awareness and respect. Includes helpful tips for parents and caregivers. About the Best Behavior Series:The Best Behaviour books are a fun set designed to educate children through vibrant illustrations and exciting storytelling. Learn about how important teaching behaviours is to children, in an engaging and humorous way. Each book is accompanied with helpful tips for parents.

Objev podobné jako Tails are Not for Pulling (Best Behavior) - Elizabeth Verdick

The ultimate gift for every football fan. Ever dreamed of owning your boyhood football club? Be careful what you wish for...Simon Jordan grew up a stone''s throw from Crystal Palace Football Club. As a boy he used to break into the Palace ground for a kick-about on the hallowed turf. On leaving school he entered the mobile phone business. By the age of thirty-two, he''d built a company from nothing, sold it for £75 million and bought his childhood club. By the age of forty-two Palace was in administration and Jordan had lost nigh on everything.Be Careful What You Wish For lifts the lid on the owner''s story and reveals for the first time how the national game really works. Jordan spares no one, least of all himself, as he takes us inside a world where hopes and aspirations sit alongside greed, self-interest, overpriced players, dodgy transfers and top-level incompetence. He doesn''t hold back.Breathtakingly honest, highly controversial, humorous and full of jaw-dropping anecdotes, this is far more than a football book. It is a social commentary on the culture of great wealth and ambition; a Shakespearean tragedy that exposes the dark side of chasing a dream.‘If you are a football ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Be Careful What You Wish For - Simon Jordan

Comb through beaches for fossils and dive into rock pools in this fun, informative guide to the beauties found along and around seashores.Ever wondered which fossils you may find in the sand at the beach or why they have flags at the beach?This book takes a closer look at sights you can see along and under the shores such as lighthouses, sandcastles, sea sports and the creatures found in rock pools.Want more? Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in Winter

Objev podobné jako What to Look For by the Shore - Becky Brown

What is modern art? Why do we either love it or loathe it? And why is it worth so much damn money? Join Will Gompertz on a dazzling tour that will change the way you look at modern art forever. From Monet''s water lilies to Van Gogh''s sunflowers, from Warhol''s soup cans to Hirst''s pickled shark, hear the stories behind the masterpieces, meet the artists as they really were, and discover the real point of modern art. You will learn: not all conceptual art is bollocks; Picasso is king (but Cézanne is better); Pollock is no drip; Dali painted with his moustache; a urinal changed the course of art, why your five year-old really couldn''t do it. Refreshing, irreverent and always straightforward, What Are You Looking At? asks all the basic questions that you were too afraid to ask. Your next gallery trip is going to be a little less intimidating and a lot more interesting.

Objev podobné jako What Are You Looking At? - Will Gompertz

Discover what clouds are made of, why storm clouds flash and boom, how tornadoes happen and what makes a rainbow. With lots of flaps to lift, this delightful book encourages children to explore clouds for themselves, spotting shapes in the sky, looking at the simple science behind them and learning a few cloud myths along the way.

Objev podobné jako Very First Questions and Answers What are clouds? - Katie Daynes

Did you know that the Cornish pasty was invented to protect tin miners from arsenic poisoning, or that the word ''salary'' comes from Roman soldiers being paid their wages in salt? Why do we eat goose (or turkey) at Christmas? Is the Scotch egg actually from Scotland and what did some retired crusaders have to do with French toast? Who was the original Earl Grey and what sauce was inspired by Parliament? What dish was invented by Greek bandits on the run? Why were hot cross buns seen as magical and what''s so rebellious about a haggis or medicinal about a gin and tonic? Did you know what the romantic history is behind the Bakewell Pudding?Albert Jack tells the strange tales behind our favourite dishes and drinks and where they come from (not to mention their unusual creators). In the colourful, wonderful vein of Schott''s Food and Drink Miscellany, Albert Jack''s What Caesar Did For My Salad is bursting with fascinating insights, characters and enough stories to entertain a hundred dinner parties.Albert Jack is the author such bestselling titles as Pop Goes the Weasel, Shaggy Dogs and Black Sheep, and The Old Dog and Duck.

Objev podobné jako What Caesar Did For My Salad - Albert Jack

Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew non-fiction series, this information book ties into The Day of the Purple Haze.Find out the answers to questions you''ve always wanted to know about viruses.Viruses are so tiny they can’t be seen without a microscope. But, these tiny things can do a lot. Find out what viruses are, and whether they can ever be a force for good.Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

Objev podobné jako Shinoy and the Chaos Crew: What are viruses? - Isabel Thomas

LP vinyl - Vinylová reedice debutové desky americké pop-rockové formace. Album původně vyšlo v roce 2006. Vydání je součástí oslav pětadvacátých narozenin domovského labelu Fueled By Ramen. Cute Is What We Aim For je čtyřčlenná pop-rocková skupina z amerického Buffala. Vinylová reedice debutové desky americké pop-rockové formace. Album původně vyšlo v roce 2006. Vydání je součástí oslav pětadvacátých narozenin domovského labelu Fueled By Ramen. Cute Is What We Aim For je čtyřčlenná pop-rocková skupina z amerického Buffala. V roce 2006 debutovala albem The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch. O dva roky později vydala své druhé album Rotation. Upsána je na značce Fueled By Ramen, domovském labelu skupin jako Twenty One Pilots, Paramore nebo Panic! At The Disco. Rok vydání : 2006 (1.album) Rok reedice : 2021 Seznam stop LP1 Newport Living / There's a Class for This / Finger Twist & Split / Risque / Sweat the Battle Before the Battle Sweats You / The...

Objev podobné jako Cute Is What We Aim For: Same Old Blood Rush - LP (7567864562)

Elves are Santa''s special helpers - they make Christmas magical for every girl and boy. But have you ever wondered what they are made of? This festive board book explores the possibilities and reveals the answers with a fantastic pop-up elf at the end!

Objev podobné jako What Are Santa's Elves Made Of? - Becky Davies

‘A story about friendship and family, and coming to terms with life and the challenges it throws at you while finding the courage and resilience to move on’ My WeeklyHer life isn’t as perfect as you think…Former actress Madi needs to escape from her lonely London life. She’s started to forget things and has the strongest sense she is being watched…Prue feels suffocated by her claustrophobic village life, especially when she is humiliated in the most public way. Now Prue is desperate for anonymity –whatever the cost.Two strangers. Two very different lives. A chance to escape…or is it?Readers are enjoying Be Careful What You Wish For:‘Well written with intriguing characters I wanted to learn more about… a surprise twist I didn’t expect’ Meredith‘Twist caught me by surprise…Enjoyable book well worth picking up’ Diane‘I was savoring the book and not wanting it to end despite the unknown’ Cara‘A more gentle thriller than many in this genre…I found myself racing towards the end’ Susan‘Good holiday read’ Denise‘Surprisingly edgy’ Aine‘A cozy mystery … The twist at the end of the story was well executed and makes for an entertaining read’ Diana‘Not as fast paced as other thrillers but that’s what I enjoyed most’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''An entertaining and delightful story about breaking tradition, creating your own path, and standing your ground'' Jane Igharo, author of Ties That TetherZoya must choose between tradition and the opportunity of a lifetime. . .______________________________________Zoya is not a perfect Indian daughter. She''s overweight, independent and unmarried in a society that values slim, obedient women.And at twenty-six, she is hurtling towards her expiration date in Mumbai''s arranged marriage super-mart. But when her family''s matchmaking finally works, everything seems to be on the up - all until she is offered a dream job in New York City.Zoya must now make the choice of a lifetime, but not without a few cultural casualties and, of course, an accidental love story along the way . . .In this hilarious comedy of manners set in Mumbai, where modernity jostles with tradition, Balli Kaur Jaswal''s EROTIC STORIES FOR PUNJABI WIDOWS meets Kevin Kwan''s CRAZY RICH ASIANS._______________________________________Readers are LOVING What Are We Doing About Zoya?''I loved this book from the first page . . . wizzed through the book in one sitting!''NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5 stars''I was completely hooked''NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5 stars

Objev podobné jako What Are We Doing About Zoya? - Anisha Bhatia

They twinkle in the night sky, but what exactly are stars? Which one's the nearest? Can humans visit a star? Curious little children can lift over 30 flaps to find the answers to these questions and many more in this delightful introduction to stars and the night sky, with simple explanations and gorgeous illustrations on every page.

Objev podobné jako Very First Questions and Answers What are stars? - Katie Daynes

What are germs? How do they spread? And how do medicines help? Curious young children can take a closer look at those mischievous, microscopic bacteria and viruses in this fascinating introduction to germs and hygiene, with 30 flaps to lift and tips on hand-washing and staying healthy.

Objev podobné jako Very First Questions and Answers What are Germs? - Katie Daynes

Some words are loud and some are soft. Some are kind, but some are not. Even very young children can learn the difference. They can be responsible for what they say, and they can choose words that are helpful, not hurtful. This book shows them how. Simple words and charming pictures teach little ones big ideas. Includes helpful tops for parents and caregivers.

Objev podobné jako Words Are Not for Hurting (Best Behavior) - Elizabeth Verdick

Drawing on over 25 years’ experience talking to artists, Ben Luke conceived and launched the A brush with… podcast in 2020 to explore the influences, rituals and disciplines of artists working today through in-depth audio interviews. Titled after the final question he asks every guest, What is art for? comprises 25 of these conversations, edited and illustrated to offer a tangible and visually rich version. The selected artists span 12 cities across 4 continents: Michael Armitage, Phyllida Barlow, Alvaro Barrington, Michael Craig-Martin, Tacita Dean, Jeremy Deller, Ellen Gallagher, Theaster Gates, Roni Horn, Pierre Huyghe, Arthur Jafa, Claudette Johnson, William Kentridge, Ragnar Kjartansson, Mark Leckey, Julie Mehretu, Cornelia Parker, Doris Salcedo, Dayanita Singh, Do Ho Suh, Sarah Sze, Charline von Heyl, Stanley Whitney, Alberta Whittle and Zadie Xa. The book also features newly written texts by Luke that reveal what the series has taught him, drawing out the overlaps and parallels between interviews, and the shared passions and fascinations of different artists. Taken together, the volume – which is presented in an affordable reading book format – paints a compelling and, at times, unexpected story of artists’ inspirations and motivations.

Objev podobné jako What is art for? - Ben Luke

Religious belief is declining in many parts of the world, yet people still seek purpose in their lives and guidance on how to navigate life’s challenges. Humanism is a broad tradition of thought and action which encourages thinking for yourself about what to believe and accommodating diversity. What is the purpose of humanism in an increasingly secular world?Written by a pre-eminent authority in this field, this book shows how humanism’s purpose is to help people to meet their need to understand the world around them. Given the growing demand for humanist funerals, weddings and baby naming ceremonies, it will help both existing adherents and the “humanism-curious” to contextualise its potential role in making sense of their lives.

Objev podobné jako What Is Humanism For? - Richard Norman

FROM THE AUTHOR OF ALL THE HIDDEN TRUTHS, WHICH WON THE MCILVANNEY DEBUT PRIZE''(a) meticulous and compelling novel about the aftermath of a major crime and its effect on the affected families and investigating officers both. Set in Edinburgh, too'' - Ian Rankin ''Askew asks intricate moral questions, while never ignoring the rigours of crime'' - Daily MailDI Helen Birch faces a terrible choice - family or justice? - in the gripping second novel from the author of All the Hidden TruthsDI Birch joined the police to find her little brother, who walked out of his life one day and was never seen again. She stayed to help others, determined to seek justice where she could.On the fourteenth anniversary of Charlie''s disappearance, Birch takes part in a raid on one of Scotland''s most feared criminal organisations. It''s a good day''s work - a chance to get a dangerous man off the streets. Two days later, Charlie comes back. It''s not a coincidence. When Birch finds out exactly what he''s been doing all those years, she faces a terrible choice: save the case, or save her brother. But how can you do the right thing when all the consequences are bad? ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako What You Pay For - Claire Askew

As the UK enters a period of intense public introspection in the wake of Brexit, this book takes on one of the key questions emerging from the divisive process: what is Britain’s place in the world? The Middle East is one of the regions the UK has been most engaged in historically. This book assesses the drivers of foreign policy successes and failures and asks if there is a way to revitalise British influence in the region, and if this is even desirable.The book analyses the values, trade and security concerns that drive the UK’s foreign policy. There are separate chapters on the non- Arab powers – Israel, Turkey and Iran – as well as chapters on the Middle Eastern Arab states and regions including the Gulf, Iraq, Egypt, and Syria and the Levant. The contributions are from leading specialists in the field: Rosemary Hollis, Michael Clarke, Ian Black, Bill Park, Christopher Phillips, Sanam Vakil, Michael Stephens and Louise Kettle. They each explain and re-assess the declining western influence and continued instability in the region and what this means for the UK’s priorities and strategy towards the MENA. This is an essential book for policy makers, journalists and researchers focused ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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These Boots Are Made for Walkin'' is an adorable story of friend^ship and family set against the backdrop of Lee Hazlewood''s iconic song. While there have been numerous recordings over the past several decades, ''These Boots Are Made for Walkin'''' was originally recorded by Nancy Sinatra and released in early 1966 to instant success. A #1 Billboard hit in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia that was nominated for three GRAMMYs, Hazle^wood''s song continues to be embraced to this day. With lyrics by Lee Hazlewood and illustrations by Rachel Moss, this captivating picture book tells the story of a boy and his extremely attached and very jealous cat who must adapt to the introduction of a new family member - a puppy. The funny story line and delightful images are sure to have the entire family curled up and laughing together, pets included!

Objev podobné jako These Boots Are Made For Walkin' - Lee Hazlewood

This fresh edition of a Free Spirit child behavior classic presents charming new illustrations along with the familiar encouraging message of the original. Psychologist Martine Agassi helps young children understand that violence is never okay, that they can manage their anger and other strong feelings, and that they''re capable of positive, loving actions.Especially at an age when children are interacting more with others and starting school, they need to know that hitting is unacceptable. Words tell-and pictures show-the many wonderful things kids can do with their hands instead of hitting.Made to be read aloud, Hands Are Not for Hitting also includes a special section for adults, with ideas for things to talk about and activities to do together.Recommended for anyone in a caring relationship with a young child; perfect for childcare, preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary school classrooms.

Objev podobné jako Hands Are Not for Hitting - Martine Agassi

Winner at the 2022 Parlimentary Book AwardsBaroness Floella Benjamin is an inspiration, an actress and much-loved children’s television presenter who is a member of the House of Lords. But how did the girl from Trinidad end up lunching with the Queen?In What Are You Doing Here? Floella describes arriving in London as a child, part of the Windrush generation, and the pain caused by the racism she encountered every day. It was offset by the love of her parents, who gave her the pride in her heritage, self-belief and confidence that have carried her through life. From winning a role in groundbreaking musical Hair (while clearly stating she would not take her clothes off) to breaking down barriers on Play School, from refusing to be typecast in roles to speaking out for diversity at the BBC and BAFTA, she has remained true to herself.She also reveals how she met husband Keith, became a mother of two, was befriended by Kenneth Williams, hugged President Obama, and found a purpose that would underpin everything she did – campaigning for the needs of children. Sharing the lessons she has learned, imbued with her joy and positivity, this autobiography is the moving testimony of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako What Are You Doing Here? - Benjamin Floella