words of mercury patrick leigh fermor

Patrick Leigh Fermor was only 18 when he set off to walk from the Hook of Holland to Constantinople, described many years later in A Time of Gifts and Between the Woods and the Water. It was during these early wanderings that he started to pick up languages, and where he developed his extraordinary sense of the continuity of history: a quality that deepens the colours of every place he writes about, from the peaks of the Pyrenees to the cell of a Trappist monastery. His experiences in wartime Crete sealed the deep affection he had already developed for Greece, a country whose character and customs he celebrates in two books, Mani and Roumeli, and where he has lived for over forty years. Whether he is drawing portraits in Vienna or sketching Byron''s slippers in Missolonghi, the Leigh Fermor touch is unmistakable. Its infectious enthusiasm is driven by an insatiable curiosity and an omnivorous mind - all inspired by a passion for words and language that makes him one of the greatest prose writers of his generation.

Objev podobné jako Words of Mercury - Patrick Leigh Fermor

''Nothing short of a masterpiece'' JAN MORRIS''[This] gloriously ornate account of that epic journey is a classic'' ROBERT MACFARLANE''Not only is this journey one of physical adventure but of cultural awakening. Architecture, art, genealogy, quirks of history and language are all devoured -- and here passed on -- with a gusto uniquely his'' COLIN THUBRON, Sunday Times''One of the most romantic books of the twentieth century, Patrick Leigh Fermor''s account of a long walk across Europe is also a literary treasure, a rich blend of action and observation'' GuardianIn 1933, at the age of 18, Patrick Leigh Fermor set out on an extraordinary journey by foot - from the Hook of Holland to Constantinople. A Time of Gifts is the first volume in a trilogy recounting the trip, and takes the reader with him as far as Hungary.It is a book of compelling glimpses - not only of the events which were curdling Europe at that time, but also of its resplendent domes and monasteries, its great rivers, the sun on the Bavarian snow, the storks and frogs, the hospitable burgomasters who welcomed him, and that world''s grandeurs and courtesies. His powers of recollection have astonishing sweep and verve, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Time of Gifts - Patrick Leigh Fermor

In this, his first book, Patrick Leigh Fermor recounts his tales of a personal odyssey to the lands of the Traveller''s Tree - a tall, straight-trunked tree whose sheath-like leaves collect copious amounts of water. He made his way through the long island chain of the West Indies by steamer, aeroplane and sailing ship, noting in his records of the voyage the minute details of daily life, of the natural surroundings and of the idiosyncratic and distinct civilisations he encountered amongst the Caribbean Islands.From the ghostly Ciboneys and the dying Caribs to the religious eccentricities like the Kingston Pocomaniacs and the Poor Whites in the Islands of the Saints, Patrick Leigh Fermor recreates a vivid world, rich and vigorous with life.

Objev podobné jako The Traveller's Tree - Patrick Leigh Fermor

licencované povlečení Game of Thrones
oboustranné povlečení Game of Thrones
akustické Best of Mňága a Žďorp
nadrozměrný znak Badge of Sport
doplněk k očnímu krému Sea of Spa
Drums of Autumn Diana Gabaldon anglický originál
Outlander série kniha čtyři Drums of Autumn
Soldier of Fortune Thin Lizzy vinyl
adidas Badge of Sport dres
ochranný kryt iSaprio Stripes of Glass Samsung Galaxy A03s
automatické hodinky s řemínkem Beads of Rice
puzzle pro děti od 8 let Game of Thrones
stavebnice Paříž s rámečkem City of Love
Tubbz kachnička Last of Us Bill sběratelská figurka
Tubbz Bill The Last of Us první edice
licencovaná figurka postavy z The Last of Us

This is Patrick Leigh Fermor''s spellbinding part-travelogue, part inspired evocation of a part of Greece''s past. Joining him in the Mani, one of Europe''s wildest and most isolated regions, cut off from the rest of Greece by the towering Taygettus mountain range and hemmed in by the Aegean and Ionian seas, we discover a rocky central prong of the Peleponnese at the southernmost point in Europe.Bad communications only heightening the remoteness, this Greece - south of ancient Sparta - is one that maintains perhaps a stronger relationship with the ancient past than with the present. Myth becomes history, and vice versa. Leigh Fermor''s hallmark descriptive writing and capture of unexpected detail have made this book, first published in 1958, a classic - together with its Northern Greece counterpart, Roumeli.

Objev podobné jako Mani - Patrick Leigh Fermor

Coby osmnáctiletý mladík se Patrick Leigh Fermor vydal na v prosinci 1933 na pěší pouť Evropou, kterou zakončil příchodem do Istanbulu na počátku roku 1935. Poté, co prošel Nizozemskem, Německem a dorazil do Vídně se zastávkou v Praze, se vydal dále slovanskými oblastmi, po proudu Dunaje do Maďarska, Sedmihradska, Rumunska a na Balkán. Z kapesného jedné libry týdně hodlal Fermor žít "jako tulák, poutník nebo kočovný učenec" a přespávat v chudobincích, klášterech a stodolách. V druhém díle svého cestopisu, právem pokládaného za jeden ze skvostů novodobé anglické prózy, Fermor opět prokázal nejen pronikavý postřeh a zvídavost, ale i nesporné literární nadání - bohatým a poetickým jazykem podává obraz již zaniklého světa, líčí dějiny a kulturu střední i východní Evropy, přináší fascinující portréty národů. Pokračování pěší výpravy mladého Angličana, který se v rocce 1933 vydal z Rotterdamu do Istanbulu. Mezi lesem a vodou navazuje na knihu Čas darů (2018) a autor v ní líčí cestu od slovenských hranic přes Maďarsko, Sedmihradsko a Rumunsko na Balkán. Vydání knihy podpořilo Ministerstvo kultury České republiky.

Objev podobné jako Mezi lesem a vodou - Patrick Leigh Fermor

Coby osmnáctiletý mladík se Patrick Leigh Fermor vydal na v prosinci 1933 na pěší pouť Evropou, kterou zakončil příchodem do Istanbulu na počátku roku 1935. Prošel Nizozemskem do střední Evropy, Německem, proti proudu Rýna a dále slovanskými oblastmi, po proudu Dunaje až do Maďarska. Z kapesného jedné libry týdně hodlal Fermor žít "jako tulák, poutník nebo kočovný učenec" a přespávat v chudobincích, klášterech a stodolách, náhodné seznámení v Bavorsku mu však umožnilo prostřídat tento drsný život bezstarostnou zahálkou v komfortním prostředí středoevropských zámků. V Času darů Fermor prokázal nejen pronikavý postřeh a zvídavost, ale i nesporné literární nadání - bohatým a poetickým jazykem podává obraz již zaniklého světa a líčí dějiny a kulturu střední Evropy. Čas darů si všímá stodol i horských vrcholků, zámečků i chalup, zahrnuje zastávky v Mnichově, Vídni i nezbytnou zajížďku do Prahy, přináší fascinující portréty národů i míst a patří ke skvostům novodobé anglické prózy. Vydání knihy podpořilo Ministerstvo kultury České republiky.

Objev podobné jako Čas darů - Patrick Leigh Fermor

Patrick Leigh Fermor''s Mani compellingly revealed a hidden world of Southern Greece and its past. Its northern counterpart takes the reader among Sarakatsan shepherds, the monasteries of Meteora and the villages of Krakora, among itinerant pedlars and beggars, and even tracks down at Missolonghi a pair of Byron''s slippers.Roumeli is not on modern maps: it is the ancient name for the lands from the Bosphorus to the Adriatic and from Macedonia to the Gulf of Corinth. But it is the perfect, evocative name for the Greece that Fermor captures in writing that carries throughout his trademark vividness of description. But what is more, the pictures of people, traditions and landscapes that he creates on the page are imbued with an intimate understanding of Greece and its history.

Objev podobné jako Roumeli - Patrick Leigh Fermor

Patrick Leigh Fermor v Čase mlčení putuje po tajemných krajinách ducha, ducha křesťanského mnišství. Je to cesta po podivuhodných místech i cesta časem. V tichu širokých zdí objevuje hlubokou krásu mnišského života, strohosti, kázně a kontemplace. Žije spolu s benediktiny v opatstvích St. Wandrille a Solesmes. Tíhu bažin a definitivního mlčení sdílí s cisterciáky přísné observance, trappisty v La Grande Trappe. Díla cenobitů východního mništsvtí navštíví ve skalních monastýrech v Kappadokii, v Ürgübu, odkud křesťanství bylo vyhnáno, jeho duch však vane stále krajinou. Spíše než rytmen kroků se zde setkáme s rytmem dechu, tajícího se v úžasu nad velkým dílem modlitby, práce a kontempamce.

Objev podobné jako Čas mlčení - Patrick Leigh Fermor

From the French Abbey of St Wandrille to the abandoned and awesome Rock Monasteries of Cappadocia in Turkey, the celebrated travel writer Patrick Leigh Fermor studies the rigorous contemplative lives of the monks and the timeless beauty of their monastic surroundings. In his occasional retreats, the peaceful solitude and the calm enchantment of the monasteries was passed on as a kind of ''supernatural windfall'' which A Time to Keep Silence so effortlessly records.

Objev podobné jako A Time to Keep Silence - Patrick Leigh Fermor

Patrick Leigh Fermor (1915-2011) was a war hero whose exploits in Crete are legendary, and above all he is widely acclaimed as the greatest travel writer of our times, notably for his books about his walk across pre-war Europe, A Time of Gifts and Between the Woods and the Water; he was a self-educated polymath, a lover of Greece and the best company in the world.Artemis Cooper has drawn on years of interviews and conversations with Paddy and his cloest friends as well as having complete access to his archives. Her beautifully crafted biography portrays a man of extraordinary gifts - no one wore their learning so playfully, nor inspired such passionate friendship.

Objev podobné jako Patrick Leigh Fermor - Artemis Cooper

On an Aegean island one summer, an English traveller meets an enigmatic elderly Frenchwoman. He is captivated by a painting she owns of a busy Caribbean port overlooked by a volcano and, in time, she shares the story of her youth there in the early twentieth century. Set in the tropical luxury of the island of Saint-Jacques, hers is a tale of romantic intrigue and decadence amongst the descendents of slaves and a fading French aristocracy. But on the night of the annual Mardi Gras ball, catastrophe overwhelms the island and the world she knew came to an abrupt and haunting end. The Violins of Saint-Jacques captures the unforeseen drama of forces beyond human control. Originally published in 1953, it was immediately hailed as a rare and exotic sweep of colour across the drab monochrome of the post-war years, and it has lost nothing of its original flavour.

Objev podobné jako The Violins of Saint-Jacques - Patrick Leigh Fermor

The acclaimed travel writer''s youthful journey - as an 18-year-old - across 1930s Europe by foot began in A Time of Gifts, which covered the author''s exacting journey from the Lowlands as far as Hungary. Picking up from the very spot on a bridge across the Danube where his readers last saw him, we travel on with him across the great Hungarian Plain on horseback, and over the Romanian border to Transylvania.The trip was an exploration of a continent which was already showing signs of the holocaust which was to come. Although frequently praised for his lyrical writing, Fermor''s account also provides a coherent understanding of the dramatic events then unfolding in Middle Europe. But the delight remains in travelling with him in his picaresque journey past remote castles, mountain villages, monasteries and towering ranges.The concluding part of the trilogy was published in September 2013 as The Broken Road.

Objev podobné jako Between the Woods and the Water - Patrick Leigh Fermor

A daring behind-enemy-lines mission from the author of A Time of Gifts and The Broken Road, who was once described by the BBC as 'a cross between Indiana Jones, James Bond and Graham Greene'.

Objev podobné jako Abducting a General - Patrick Leigh Fermor

The celebrated twentieth-century travel writer's remarkable journey through the high Andes of Peru.

Objev podobné jako Three Letters from the Andes - Patrick Leigh Fermor

A revelatory collection of letters written by the author of The Broken Road

Objev podobné jako Dashing for the Post - Patrick Leigh Fermor

See the Grishaverse come to life on screen with the Netflix series, Shadow and Bone -- Season 2 streaming now!Meet Kaz Brekker and his crew: Jesper, Inej, Wylan, and the star-crossed Nina and Matthias, on the heist of a lifetime in Six of Crows from #1 bestselling author, Leigh Bardugo. Ketterdam: a bustling hub of international trade where anything can be had for the right price—and no one knows that better than criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker. Kaz is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams. But he can''t pull it off alone. . . . A convict with a thirst for revenge. A sharpshooter who can''t walk away from a wager. A runaway with a privileged past. A spy known as the Wraith. A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums. A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes. Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Kaz''s crew is the only thing that might stand between the world and destruction—if they don''t kill each other first. Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo returns to the breathtaking world of the Grishaverse in this unforgettable tale about the opportunity—and the adventure—of a lifetime. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Six of Crows - Leigh Bardugová

From the bestselling author of Fighter Boys and Bomber Boys, this is a magisterial chronicle of a defining episode in British history: the epic struggle of the Royal Air Force with the Luftwaffe.Patrick Bishop's Battle of Britain is a compelling account of Britain's fight for national survival, from the shock defeat and evacuation from Dunkirk in May/June 1940 to fighter Command's assertion of superiority over the Luftwaffe in mid-September. Battle of Britain takes the reader through that summer day by day, revealing the ongoing battle's impact on flyers and civilians alike. By enhancing his narrative with eye-witness accounts, diary extracts and pilot profiles, Bishop brings the often horrific reality of air combat vividly to life. In Battle of Britain Patrick Bishop has written the definitive account of one of the pivotal moments in twentieth-century British history, and a nation's 'finest hour'.

Objev podobné jako Battle of Britain - Patrick Bishop

THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF 40TH MIKE LEIGH''S CLASSIC PLAY - WITH A NEW INTRODUCTION FROM THE PLAYWRITE.Forty years on from its first performance at the Hampstead Theatre and original screening on BBC1 soon after, Mike Leigh''s Abigail''s Party - telling of two marriages spectacularly unravelling at an awkward neighbourhood drinks party - remains a pinnacle of British theatre.Here is the original script, complete with a new introduction by Mike Leigh describing the play''s unlikely genesis, how it came to be made and where he believes it fits within his oeuvre as one of the country''s leading writers and directors.''The play came from my intuitive sense of the spirit and the flavour of the times, and from a growing personal fear of, and frustration with the suburban existence'' Mike Leigh, from his new introduction''Leigh''s play isn''t simply about marriage and Essex, but also about the unhappy state of the realm'' Guardian

Objev podobné jako Abigail's Party - Mike Leigh

Ready to make a change? Thousands of leaders have reached their goals using The BOLD Framework. With this roadmap for success, you will believe in yourself without question, own your destiny, learn from setbacks and success, and design a life you love.A USA Today Bestseller! "Be BOLD Today is an eye-opening self-help guide that celebrates innumerable possibilities, encouraging people to work toward bigger, brighter futures." —Foreword Reviews “Compassionate and practical, Be BOLD Today offers a collection of actionable practices to help you expand your vision and potential. . . . This is not a book just to be read; it is designed to spur life-enhancing action.” —Amy C. Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School; and author of Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well Do you have a voice inside you that’s nudging you to make a change? Maybe you feel stuck and want to try something completely new or you want to elevate what you are already doing to the next level. Using The BOLD Framework, created by visionary leader Leigh Burgess, Be BOLD Today serves as your personal guide for executing the necessary steps to taking charge of your life. Leigh inspires ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Be BOLD Today - Leigh Burgess

“We have been wounded sorely. Yet still we stand, with fire in our eyes and valour in our hearts. Let them think us beaten. We shall teach them otherwise.” – Pedro Kantor, Chapter Master of the Crimson FistsThe galaxy of the 41st Millennium is beset by war. Within this grim, dark future, Humanity’s greatest defence are the Adeptus Astartes – brutal gene-forged warriors – whose actions turn the tide of war zones, and whose voices echo across the clamour of battle. Their words lay bare what it is to be an Angel of Death: courageous acts of valour, bonds of brotherhood, unrelenting hatred, and violent intent. Within these pages you will find all this and more manifest in the quotes of legendary Space Marines. A glorious collection of quotes from Warhammer 40,000’s most iconic warriors:Includes wise words and memorable maxims from various Warhammer 40,000 books, novels and video games. Accompanied by striking imagery of Space Marine miniatures that captures their radiant glory and unbridled wrath in spectacular detail. The perfect gift for Warhammer 40,000 enthusiasts and anyone who wants a greater understanding of the iconic Space Marines through their very own words. This collection of some of the most powerful ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Warhammer 40,000 Words of War - DK

Embark on an artistic journey with Patrick J. Jones, the esteemed multi-award-winning figurative artist and teacher, as he invites you to a life drawing masterclass, where he dives deep into the art of capturing the human figure with unmatched style and confidence. Follow his step-by-step guidance, illustrated with his striking artworks, including his coveted ''Masterclass Study Sheets.'' From choosing the right drawing tools to mastering body landmarks, Patrick''s invaluable tips create a comprehensive guide for artists of all levels.

Objev podobné jako The Anatomy of Style - Patrick J. Jones

The shocking story of three generations of the Sackler family and their roles in the stories of Valium, OxyContin and the opioid crisis. The inspiration behind the Netflix series Painkiller, starring Uzo Aduba and Matthew Broderick.Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-FictionThe Sunday Times BestsellerA BBC Radio 4 ''Book of the Week''Shortlisted for the Financial Times/McKinsey Business Book of the Year AwardOne of Barack Obama’s Favorite Books of the YearShortlisted for the Crime Writers'' Association Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction''I gobbled up Empire of Pain . . . a masterclass in compelling narrative nonfiction.'' – Elizabeth Day, The Guardian ''30 Best Summer Reads''The Sackler name adorns the walls of many storied institutions like Harvard and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. They are one of the richest families in the world, known for their lavish donations in the arts and the sciences. The source of the family fortune was vague, however, until it emerged that the Sacklers were responsible for making and marketing Oxycontin. A blockbuster painkiller that was a catalyst for the opioid crisis – an international epidemic of drug addiction which has killed nearly half a million people.In this masterpiece of narrative reporting and writing, award-winning journalist and author ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Empire of Pain - Patrick Radden Keefe

Tracing the Journey of Global Languages Patrick Foote’s Immigrant Tongues is the ultimate language history book, blending stories of migration, culture, and evolution to uncover how languages have shaped our world. Perfect for fans of linguistics gifts and etymology dictionaries, this book combines the fascinating history of English language development with tales of other lingua francas and their profound global impact. Discover how languages transform and adapt.From the history of the English language’s arrival in the United States to the spread of Arabic across North Africa and the enduring legacy of the Latin language, Immigrant Tongues explores the journeys of tongues across continents. Each chapter delves into the origins of a language, the native tongues it encountered, and how it adapted and evolved in its new home. With a style that balances entertainment and depth, this linguistics book also highlights the cultural exchanges that enriched language along the way. Uncover the stories behind linguistic diversity. Whether you’re intrigued by etymology gifts or searching for the perfect language book, this engaging narrative reveals the deep connections between geography, history, and the evolution of words. Explore the native languages spoken before immigrant tongues arrived, how languages like French and Māori transformed over ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako History of Language - Patrick Foote

One of the keys to effectively preaching and teaching God''s Word is a deep understanding of the meaning of biblical words in the original Hebrew and Greek. As the building blocks of language, words are the means we use to communicate with one another, and they''re also the means God has chosen for communicating with us, his people. To enrich your preaching, teaching, and personal study of God''s Word, this clear, accurate, and easy-to-use dictionary offers the most up-to-date evangelical biblical scholarship as well as fascinating, detailed explanations of biblical words. Whether you''re a pastor, a seminary student, or a lay student of the Bible, this expository dictionary offers a wealth of information about the original Hebrew and Greek words of Scripture.

Objev podobné jako The Baker Expository Dictionary of Biblical Words - Tremper Longman III, Mark L. Strauss

Based on the positive feedback she received from her #tipoftheday on social media, Susan Leigh decided to extend these tips into a book of thoughts and inspirations, designed to be enjoyed throughout the day.

Objev podobné jako 101 Days of Inspiration - Susan Leigh

LP vinyl - Hudba k dokumentárnímu fimu režiséra Nicka Broomfelda z roku 2019, který vypráví příběh milostného vztahu mezi kanadským hudebníkem Leonardem Cohenem a jeho múzou. Hudba k dokumentárnímu fimu režiséra Nicka Broomfelda z roku 2019, který vypráví příběh milostného vztahu mezi kanadským hudebníkem Leonardem Cohenem a jeho múzou, jíž byla norská oduševnělá kráska Marianne Ihlen. Autorem filmové hudby je britský hudebník Nick Laird-Clowes. Nick Laird-Clowes je britský hudebník a skladatel, který se proslavil především jako zpěvák a hlavní autor písní skupiny The Dream Academy. Jeho nejslavnějšími skladbami jsou Life in a Northern Town, The Love Parade, The Edge of Forever, This World, Indian Summer, Power to Believe and 12/8 Angel. Seznam stop LP1 Words of Love (Introduction) / Beautiful Losers / Words of Love (Theme) / Marianne & Leonard (Theme) / Marianne & Leonard / Words of Love (Dreamscape) / Marianne Leaves Hydra / Hydra / Beautiful Losers...

Objev podobné jako Various: Marianne & Leonard: Words Of Love - LP (9029535343)

Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin tales are widely acknowledged to be the greatest series of historical novels ever written. Captain Jack Aubrey, RN, arrives in the Dutch East Indies to find himself appointed to the command of the fastest and best-armed frigate in the Navy. He and his friend Stephen Maturin take passage for England in a despatch vessel. But the war of 1812 breaks out while they are en route. Bloody actions precipitate them both into new and unexpected scenes where Stephen's past activities as a secret agent return on him with a vengeance.

Objev podobné jako The Fortune of War - Patrick O'Brian

On foreign shores, and far from home, a friend can become a foe in a heartbeat.Shipwrecked on an uninhabited island in the Dutch East Indies as the Napoleonic Wars rage on, circumstances look far from promising for Captain Jack Aubrey and his crew. And yet, having overcome the odds and contrived their escape, still further peril awaits in the fiercely tidal waters of the Salibu Passage and the penal settlements of New South Wales.What fresh dangers lie over the horizon and will Jack Aubrey prevail?‘In a highly competitive field it goes straight to the top. A real first-rater.’MARY RENAULT‘I’ve read [Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey‐Maturin nautical novel‐cycle] three times now, not least for its beautiful portrayal of a long‐term male friendship.’ROBERT MACFARLANE

Objev podobné jako The Nutmeg of Consolation - Patrick O'Brian

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, Words of Radiance, Book Two of the Stormlight Archive, continues the immersive fantasy epic that The Way of Kings began.Expected by his enemies to die the miserable death of a military slave, Kaladin survived to be given command of the royal bodyguards, a controversial first for a low-status "darkeyes." Now he must protect the king and Dalinar from every common peril as well as the distinctly uncommon threat of the Assassin, all while secretly struggling to master remarkable new powers that are somehow linked to his honorspren, Syl.The Assassin, Szeth, is active again, murdering rulers all over the world of Roshar, using his baffling powers to thwart every bodyguard and elude all pursuers. Among his prime targets is Highprince Dalinar, widely considered the power behind the Alethi throne. His leading role in the war would seem reason enough, but the Assassin''s master has much deeper motives.Brilliant but troubled Shallan strives along a parallel path. Despite being broken in ways she refuses to acknowledge, she bears a terrible burden: to somehow prevent the return of the legendary Voidbringers and the civilization-ending Desolation that will follow. The secrets she needs can be found ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Words of Radiance - Brandon Sanderson

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, Words of Radiance, Book Two of the Stormlight Archive, continues the immersive fantasy epic that The Way of Kings began.Expected by his enemies to die the miserable death of a military slave, Kaladin survived to be given command of the royal bodyguards, a controversial first for a low-status "darkeyes." Now he must protect the king and Dalinar from every common peril as well as the distinctly uncommon threat of the Assassin, all while secretly struggling to master remarkable new powers that are somehow linked to his honorspren, Syl.The Assassin, Szeth, is active again, murdering rulers all over the world of Roshar, using his baffling powers to thwart every bodyguard and elude all pursuers. Among his prime targets is Highprince Dalinar, widely considered the power behind the Alethi throne. His leading role in the war would seem reason enough, but the Assassin''s master has much deeper motives.Brilliant but troubled Shallan strives along a parallel path. Despite being broken in ways she refuses to acknowledge, she bears a terrible burden: to somehow prevent the return of the legendary Voidbringers and the civilization-ending Desolation that will follow. The secrets she needs can be found ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Words of Radiance - Brandon Sanderson

An extraordinary book of love, inspiration, and comfort.This is a story about a child and a clever little sausage dog, Sunny, who has little thoughts and big questions. He’s wise and full of love. He’s a loyal companion, guide, and mentor. Sunny inspires us all - we could all do with being a little more like him!Throughout the story, Sunny’s calming presence provides comforting words of love and reminds us to ask for help in times of need. Discovering kindness through beautiful illustrations and graceful calligraphy, Words of Love is a touching exploration of friendship and an ideal gift for your most cherished loved ones who may be going through a difficult time.This heartwarming story for people of all ages offers:- Beautiful illustrations combined with meaningful text about finding hope and optimism in the everyday, making this picture book an ideal gift for loved ones.- A gentle introduction to the importance of emotion, empathy and communication.- Sweet advice from Sunny the sausage dog, helping to address the worries in an accessible way for everyone.This is the first in a series of four books by author and illustrator, Jake Biggin. Each book in this enchanting series helps to address the questions, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Words of Love - Jake Biggin

A helping hand for difficult moments, Words of Friendship is the perfect gift for anyone in need of a little hope and comfort.Meet Sunny. Sunny''s only little, but he has big thoughts and most importantly, a big heart. Acting as a guide, mentor, and friend, he''ll never judge your questions, worries, or anxieties. We all have them, and this sausage dog is here to help.With charming illustrations throughout, and enchanting lyrical text from the talented author and illustrator, Jake Biggin, Words of Friendship is the perfect story to remind us that we''re not alone. Readers will find a loyal companion in Sunny, and Alice''s fears, questions, and anxieties are relatable for people big and small.This heartwarming, emotional story for people of all ages offers:Beautiful illustrations combined with meaningful text about finding hope and optimism in the everyday, making this picture book an ideal gift for loved ones.A gentle introduction to the importance of emotion, empathy, and communication.Sweet, comforting advice from Sunny, the sausage dog, helps answer difficult questions and address worries big and small in an accessible way for everyone.This is the second in a series of four kids’ story books by author and illustrator, Jake Biggin. Each book in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Words of Friendship - Jake Biggin

Get ready to be bewitched and spellbound by Roald Dahl''s mischievous words of magic (and much more). You can have fun with Roald Dahl''s language and the brilliant Quentin Blake''s illustrations while discovering how language words in this little book. Inspired by the World''s No. 1 storyteller, this book will give you all you need to create your own words. If you love Roald Dahl then this is the perfect introduction to get into learning how language works - make up your own words, have fun and be bold with (magical) words!

Objev podobné jako Roald Dahl Words of Magical Mischief - Roald Dahl, Susan Rennie

2024 Association of Catholic Publishers Third Place Award, Scripture What Jesus taught through his preaching made an unforgettable impression upon his disciples. But it was the many succinctly formulated sayings of Jesus that stood out from the start because of their clear structure and vividness. In The Most Important Words of Jesus, renowned scholar Gerhard Lohfink focuses on the power, beauty, and seriousness of these seventy central sayings of the Lord.  When the Church confesses that Jesus is not only truly human but also truly God, that means he is the perfect image of God, God’s definitive word. It rests on the majestic claim that revealed itself, modestly, discreetly, and yet clearly, in every one of the seventy “sayings” or logia of Jesus. In this book, Lohfink helps us to understand what Jesus is talking about in these sharply defined words.

Objev podobné jako The Most Important Words of Jesus - Gerhard Lohfink

A unique anthology for crime aficionados – seven of the world’s most notorious genuine murder mysteries retold by the most accomplished classic crime writers of their generation.A manipulative murderer who stalked the streets of Paris; a young wife who poisoned her eccentric husband; a bank cashier’s mysterious suicide; a brutal double murder in New Zealand… Seven of the world’s greatest crime writers turn their hand to some of the world’s most spine-tingling mysteries – all of them astonishingly TRUE.This remarkable collection from the archives of the Detection Club follows The Floating Admiral, Ask a Policeman and Six Against the Yard back into print after more than 75 years, and shows some of the most accomplished authors of their generation retelling real-life murder mysteries with all the relish of the tastiest crime fiction.

Objev podobné jako The Anatomy of Murder - Dorothy Leigh Sayersová, Simpson Helen, The Detection Club, John Rhode, Freeman Wills Crofts, Francis Iles

AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER‘A richly imagined, intricate tale of magic and intrigue’ DEBORAH HARKNESS, #1 bestselling author of A Discovery of Witches‘Riveting… Leigh Bardugo''s characters are so three dimensional you want to reach through the page’ DIANA GABALDON, #1 bestselling author of Outlander‘A wonderful, transporting ride through history… a deeply romantic novel’ KATHERINE ARDEN, bestselling author of The Bear and The Nightingale-----FATE CAN BE CHANGED.CURSES CAN BE BROKEN.In a shabby house in the new capital of Madrid, Luzia Cotado uses scraps of magic to get through her days of endless toil. But when her scheming mistress discovers her scullion is hiding a talent for little miracles, she demands Luzia use those gifts to win over the royal court.Determined to seize this chance to better her fortunes, Luzia plunges into a world of power-hungry nobility, desperate kings, holy men and seers, where the lines between magic, science and fraud blur. With the pyres of the Inquisition burning, she must use every bit of her wit and resilience to win fame and hide the truth of her ancestry – even if that means enlisting the help of an embittered immortal familiar, whose own secrets could cost her everything.From the Sunday Times ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Familiar - Leigh Bardugová

From the Swiss Alps to New York's hipster cheese bars, journalist Patrick McGuigan has written about cheesemakers, maturers and cheesemongers around the world for The Telegraph, Delicious and The Financial Times. He is partial to a slice of Kirkham's Lancashire. www.patrickmcguigan.com

Objev podobné jako The Philosophy of Cheese - Patrick McGuigan

A moving poetic debut from a talented artist, USA TODAY bestseller Words of a Goat Princess is everything you love about singer/songwriter Jessie Reyez—her rawness, her love affair with the ugly truths of humanity, and so much more.Words of a Goat Princess is the USA TODAY bestselling debut poetry collection about life’s struggle and triumphs from Grammy-nominated and JUNO-award winning songwriter Jessie Reyez. With the authenticity and heartbreaking relatability that her fans know and love her for, Reyez brings the breadth of her lived experience to the page as few recording artists can. At times ethereal and visceral, these 43 poems are carefully painted moments that expertly explore love, loss, and identity with an artistry that leaps off the page with every turn. Through this collection of poems and stories, Jessie Reyez shows that she is more than a pop performer, she is a true artist whose star knows no limits.

Objev podobné jako Words of a Goat Princess - Jessie Reyez

Patrick Hennessey''s The Junior Officers'' Reading Club is a lucid, witty account of all the horror, boredom and exhilaration of war. Patrick Hennessey is pretty much like any other member of Generation X: he spent the first half of the noughties reading books at university, going out, listening to house music and watching war films. He also, as an officer in the Grenadier guards, fought in some of the most violent combat the British army has seen in decades. Telling the story of how a modern soldier is made, from the testosterone-heavy breeding ground of Sandhurst to the nightmare of Iraq and Afghanistan, The Junior Officers'' Reading Club is already being hailed as a modern classic. ''Soldiers who can write are as rare as writers who can strip down a machinegun in 40 seconds'' Christopher Hart, Sunday Times ''An extraordinary memoir ... Hennessey has a reporter''s eye for detail and a soldier''s nose for bullshit'' John Shirley, Guardian ''High tempo, full-on, honest and revealing'' Patrick Bishop, Evening Standard ''The most accomplished work of military witness to emerge from British war-fighting since 1945'' Boyd Tonkin, Independent ''Remarkable ... conveys vividly what it''s like to experience combat'' Jeremy Paxman, Daily Telegraph, Books ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Junior Officers' Reading Club - Patrick Hennessey

The wolves are circling and a young king will face his greatest challenge in the explosive finale of the instant #1 New York Times-bestselling King of Scars Duology. The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with Shadow and Bone, an original series! The Demon King. As Fjerda's massive army prepares to invade, Nikolai Lantsov will summon every bit of his ingenuity and charm - and even the monster within - to win this fight. But a dark threat looms that cannot be defeated by a young king's gift for the impossible. The Stormwitch. Zoya Nazyalensky has lost too much to war. She saw her mentor die and her worst enemy resurrected, and she refuses to bury another friend. Now duty demands she embrace her powers to become the weapon her country needs. No matter the cost. The Queen of Mourning. Deep undercover, Nina Zenik risks discovery and death as she wages war on Fjerda from inside its capital. But her desire for revenge may cost her country its chance at freedom and Nina the chance to heal her grieving heart. King. General. Spy. Together they must find a way to forge a future in the darkness. Or watch a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Rule of Wolves (King of Scars 2) - Leigh Bardugová

The second book in Dorothy L Sayers Lord Peter Wimsey series introduced by crime novelist Ruth Dudley Edwards - a must-read for fans of Agatha Christie''s Poirot and Margery Allingham''s Campion Mysteries. ''D. L. Sayers is one of the best detective story writers'' Daily TelegraphThe Duke of Denver, accused of murder, stands trial for his life in the House of Lords.Naturally, his brother Lord Peter Wimsey is investigating the crime - this is a family affair. The murder took place at the duke''s shooting lodge and Lord Peter''s sister was engaged to marry the dead man.But why does the duke refuse to co-operate with the investigation? Can he really be guilty, or is he covering up for someone?''She brought to the detective novel originality, intelligence, energy and wit.'' P. D. James

Objev podobné jako Clouds of Witness - Dorothy Leigh Sayersová

The gloriously funny comfort read from the author of A Grand Old TimeYou’re never too old to live dangerously… All Georgie Turner wants is to keep her family together. But with her daughter growing up fast, her sister married to a man Georgie hates, and their aging aunt getting more and more outrageous, nothing’s simple.So when her brother-in-law makes his biggest mistake yet, Georgie sees the chance to reunite the ladies in her life. And after a little persuasion, three generations of Turner women head off on a very unusual road trip. Georgie’s confident that some sun, sea and a bottle or two of prosecco will make this an adventure they’ll never forget.What could possibly go wrong?A gorgeously fun and uplifting novel about living your life to the full, whatever your age. Perfect for fans of Dawn French and Fern Britton.Authors love Judy Leigh’s books: ‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting’ Miranda Dickinson''Lovely … a book that assures that life is far from over at seventy'' Cathy Hopkins’Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life … a wonderful escapade’ Fiona Gibson

Objev podobné jako The Age of Misadventure - Judy Leigh

Now in paperback, this innovative sci-fi novel explores the potential impact of alien infection on humankind as they traverse the stars and find themselves stranded on new and strange planets.Amid the Crowd of Stars is a grand scale science fiction novel examining the ethical implications of interstellar travel, a topic rarely addressed in science fiction novels. What responsibilities do we have to isolate ourselves from the bacteria, viruses, and other life of another world, and to prevent any of that alien biome from being brought back to Earth? What happens when a group of humans are stranded for centuries on another world with no choice but to expose themselves to that world? After such long exposure, are they still Homo sapiens or have they become another species entirely? These questions are at the heart of this intriguing novel, explored through the complicated lives and the viewpoints of the people who have come to rescue the stranded colony, the members of that colony, and the sentient alien life that dwells on the planet. Difficult life and death choices will be made by all involved.

Objev podobné jako Amid the Crowd of Stars - Stephen Leigh

he sequel to the critically acclaimed The Children of Gods and Fighting Men, The Words of Kings and Prophets is a powerful historical fantasy novel by Shauna Lawless, set in war-torn medieval Ireland. Power fades but fire endures... Ireland, 1000 AD.Clouds of war gather for mortals and immortals alike as the Irish kingdoms strive for supremacy. Gormflaith, unhappy queen of Brian Boru, schemes to destroy the Descendants, sworn enemies of her Fomorian kind. As her plans take an unexpected turn, Gormflaith discovers her magic is more powerful than she ever realised – but at what cost? Descendant healer Fódla dwells disguised in the mortal world, seeking to protect her young nephew – but the boy has secrets of his own.Fódla must do all in her power to keep him hidden from those who would use him for evil. When a mysterious man comes to King Brian's court, his presence could spell disaster for both Gormflaith and Fódla – and for Ireland herself. For he is Tomas, an ambitious immortal – and he will do anything to see his plans become reality…

Objev podobné jako The Words of Kings and Prophets - Shauna Lawless

Expected by his enemies to die the miserable death of a military slave, Kaladin survived to be given command of the royal bodyguards, a controversial first for a low-status "darkeyes." Now he must protect the king and Dalinar from every common peril as well as the distinctly uncommon threat of the Assassin, all while secretly struggling to master remarkable new powers that are somehow linked to his honorspren, Syl. The Assassin, Szeth, is active again, murdering rulers all over the world of Roshar, using his baffling powers to thwart every bodyguard and elude all pursuers. Among his prime targets is Highprince Dalinar, widely considered the power behind the Alethi throne.His leading role in the war would seem reason enough, but the Assassin's master has much deeper motives. Brilliant but troubled Shallan strives along a parallel path. Despite being broken in ways she refuses to acknowledge, she bears a terrible burden: to somehow prevent the return of the legendary Voidbringers and the civilization-ending Desolation that will follow.The secrets she needs can be found at the Shattered Plains, but just arriving there proves more difficult than she could have imagined. Meanwhile, at the heart of the Shattered Plains, the Parshendi are making ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Words of Radiance Part One - Brandon Sanderson

THE INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON BEHIND THE COSMERE **** The Stormlight Archive saga continues in Words of Radiance, the epic second book in Brandon Sanderson''s #1 New York Times bestselling series.The race to find the Shard artifacts is on...Return to a planet swept by apocalyptic storms, a world tipping into war as aristocratic families move to control the shard blades and shard plates, ancient artifacts from a past civilisation that can win wars.As the world tips into a war for control of the mythical artifacts of power made from Shard, characters are swept up into new dangers which will threaten their integrity and their lives.****Other books by Brandon SandersonThe CosmereThe Stormlight ArchiveThe Way of KingsWords of RadianceEdgedancer (Novella)OathbringerRhythm of WarWind and TruthThe Mistborn SagaMistbornThe Well of AscensionThe Hero of AgesThe Alloy of LawShadows of SelfThe Bands of MourningThe Lost Metal

Objev podobné jako Words of Radiance: The Stormlight Archive Book Two - Brandon Sanderson

During the Second World War, across the frontline as well as on the Home Front, millions of people recorded their thoughts of their experiences - whether in letters, their personal diaries or those prosecuting the war giving speeches. Much as Letters of Note celebrated the great letters written through history, so Words of War allows the Imperial War Museum to showcase its incredible array of first-hand material to shine a light on how people journeyed through the 1939-45 conflict.Ten chapters take the reader chronologically through the key moments of the war: from the retreat to Dunkirk to the battle of the Atlantic; the savage fighting in the jungles of the far East to the RAF Bomber Command''s campaign in Europe; the discovery of the Nazi''s concentration camp system to the war''s ultimate conclusion at the Nuremburg trials. One hundred documents are researched and selected by the Imperial War Museum''s expert archivists, with commentary from their head Antony Richards explaining the significance of each and placing it in context to the war''s progression. Readers will be able to engage and empathise with the writers in a thought-provoking and immediate way.

Objev podobné jako Words of War - Anthony Richards, Imperial War Museums

''Miraculously right: catching precisely the tone of the relationship . . . thrilling'' - The Times''A must for all Wimsey lovers . . . an entertaining read'' - Northern EchoIt''s 1940, and while the Second World War rages on, Harriet Vane - now Lady Peter Wimsey - has taken her children to safety in the country.But the war has followed them: glamorous RAF pilots and even more glamorous land-girls scandalise the villagers, and the blackout makes the night-time lanes as sinister as the back alleys of London.Then the village''s first air raid practice ends with a very real body on the ground - and it''s not a war casualty, but a case of plain, old-fashioned murder. And it''s not long before a second body is found . . .

Objev podobné jako A Presumption of Death - Dorothy Leigh Sayersová, Jill Paton Walshová

If you think often about the past or battle with overthinking and self-esteem, girl made of glass is for you. This collection is about finding yourself, forgiving yourself, and loving yourself. It explores the many ways our past haunts us, but will leave you feeling hopeful about your future.girl made of glass is a poetry collection about how our past—past mistakes, relationships, and regrets—can linger into our future. Broken into four parts, this book is about finding, forgiving, and loving ourselves. The Nightmares explores our past and the moments that haunt us. The Mirror delves into insecurity and how we might haunt ourselves. The Shattering investigates relationships and how they can break us. The Enchantment delivers an uplifting conclusion of self-love and growth.

Objev podobné jako Girl Made of Glass - Shelby Leigh

HE’LL NEVER FORGET HER, BUT HE’LL NEVER FORGIVE HER EITHERStacey returns home with the security of Kade’s team, only to be dragged further into her own living hell by her deranged abuser Chris – until the opportunity finally comes to fight back.Kade has never been so deep in the pits of hell itself. Seeing Stacey once nearly knocked him off his axis; seeing her twice – ready to submit to his dominance – is a disaster waiting to happen.Yet despite his hatred for her, she’s his anchor, the flashes of what they used to be the only thing keeping him sane and stopping the darkness from claiming him completely. But what happens when the truth about their past finally unravels, and both he and Stacey learn what really happened the night that tore them apart?As this is a dark romance, the author highly recommends reading the 'content warning' page.

Objev podobné jako Voracious (The Edge of Darkness 2) - Leigh Rivers