The power of regret : how looking backward moves us forward (defekt) - daniel h. pink

Everybody has regrets. They're a fundamental part of our lives. In The Power of Regret, Pink explains how we can enlist our regrets to make smarter decisions, perform better and deepen our sense of meaning and purpose.Drawing on the largest sampling of attitudes about regret ever conducted from his own World Regret Survey, Pink identifies the four core regrets that most people have. With his signature blend of big ideas and practical takeaways, captivating stories and crisp humour, he argues that by understanding what people regret the most, we can understand what they value the most. We can transform our regrets into a positive force for working smarter and living better. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Everybody has regrets. They're a fundamental part of our lives. In The Power of Regret, Pink explains how we can enlist our regrets to make smarter decisions, perform better and deepen our sense of meaning and purpose.Drawing on the largest sampling of attitudes about regret ever conducted from his own World Regret Survey, Pink identifies the four core regrets that most people have. With his signature blend of big ideas and practical takeaways, captivating stories and crisp humour, he argues that by understanding what people regret the most, we can understand what they value the most. We can transform our regrets into a positive force for working smarter and living better. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

WHAT MAKES US HUMAN? Waging war? Sex for pleasure? Creating art? Mastery of fire? In this thrilling tour of the animal kingdom, Adam Rutherford tells the story of how we became the unique creatures we are today. Illuminated by the latest scientific discoveries, THE BOOK OF HUMANS is a dazzling compendium of what unequivocally fixes us as animals, and reveals how we are extraordinary among them. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Vaclav Havel's remarkable and rousing essay on the tyranny of apathy, with a new introduction by Timothy Snyder Cowed by life under Communist Party rule, a greengrocer hangs a placard in their shop window: Workers of the world, unite! Is it a sign of the grocer's unerring ideology? Or a symbol of the lies we perform to protect ourselves? Written in 1978, Vaclav Havel's meditation on political dissent - the rituals of its suppression, and the sparks that re-ignite it - would prove the guiding manifesto for uniting Solidarity movements across the Soviet Union. A portrait of activism in the face of falsehood and intimidation, The Power of the Powerless remains a rousing call against the allure of apathy. 'Havel's diagnosis of political pathologies has a special resonance in the age of Trump' Pankaj Mishra (knihydobrovsky.cz)

It’s been three years since the global uprising of the world's robots, three long years in which ordinary people waged a guerilla war that saved humankind from the brink of annihilation. But a horrific new enemy has emerged, and the resistance is called to fight once again (knihydobrovsky.cz)

WHAT MAKES US HUMAN? Waging war? Sex for pleasure? Creating art? Mastery of fire? In this thrilling tour of the animal kingdom, Adam Rutherford tells the story of how we became the unique creatures we are today. Illuminated by the latest scientific discoveries, THE BOOK OF HUMANS is a dazzling compendium of what unequivocally fixes us as animals, and reveals how we are extraordinary among them. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'A marvel of insight and practicality' Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of HabitHow do you build and sustain a great team?The Culture Code reveals the secrets of some of the best teams in the world - from Pixar to Google to US Navy SEALs - explaining the three skills such groups have mastered in order to generate trust and a willingness to collaborate. Combining cutting-edge science, on-the-ground insight and practical ideas for action, it offers a roadmap for creating an environment where innovation flourishes, problems get solved, and expectations are exceeded.'There are profound ideas on every single page, stories that will change the way you work, the way you lead, and the impact you have on the world. Highly recommended, an urgent read.' Seth Godin, author of Linchpin'Truly brilliant . . . Read it immediately' Adam Grant, author of Originals'Well told stories, with actionable lessons' Financial Times (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Kniha - autor Michael Pye, 400 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Bestselling historian Michael Pye tells how the North Sea transformed Northern Europe from a barbaric outpost to the centre of everything, building the world as we know it. Brimming with rollicking adventures, vivid characters and witty observations. Now in paperback. (alza.cz)

Tim Marshall's global bestseller Prisoners of Geography showed how every nation’s choices are limited by mountains, rivers, seas and concrete. Since then, the geography hasn’t changed. But the world has.In this revelatory new book, Marshall explores ten regions that are set to shape global politics in a new age of great-power rivalry: Australia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UK, Greece, Turkey, the Sahel, Ethiopia, Spain and Space. Find out why Europe’s next refugee crisis is closer than it thinks as trouble brews in the Sahel; why the Middle East must look beyond oil and sand to secure its future; why the eastern Mediterranean is one of the most volatile flashpoints of the twenty-first century; and why the Earth’s atmosphere is set to become the world’s next battleground.Delivered with Marshall’s trademark wit and insight, this is a lucid and gripping exploration of the power of geography to shape humanity’s past, present – and future.‘Another outstanding guide to the modern world. Marshall is a master at explaining what you need to know and why.’ Peter Frankopan (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Tim Marshall's global bestseller Prisoners of Geography showed how every nation’s choices are limited by mountains, rivers, seas and concrete. Since then, the geography hasn’t changed. But the world has.In this revelatory new book, Marshall explores ten regions that are set to shape global politics in a new age of great-power rivalry: Australia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UK, Greece, Turkey, the Sahel, Ethiopia, Spain and Space. Find out why Europe’s next refugee crisis is closer than it thinks as trouble brews in the Sahel; why the Middle East must look beyond oil and sand to secure its future; why the eastern Mediterranean is one of the most volatile flashpoints of the twenty-first century; and why the Earth’s atmosphere is set to become the world’s next battleground.Delivered with Marshall’s trademark wit and insight, this is a lucid and gripping exploration of the power of geography to shape humanity’s past, present – and future.‘Another outstanding guide to the modern world. Marshall is a master at explaining what you need to know and why.’ Peter Frankopan (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The world expert in multisensory perception on the remarkable ways we can use our senses to lead richer lives 'Spence does for the senses what Marie Kondo does for homes - he shows us how to rearrange and declutter our way to better living' Avery Gilbert, author of What the Nose Knows How can the furniture in your home affect your well-being? What colour clothing will help you play sport better? And what simple trick will calm you after a tense day at work? In this revelatory book, pioneering and entertaining Oxford professor Charles Spence shows how our senses change how we think and feel, and how by 'hacking' them we can reduce stress, become more productive and be happier. We like to think of ourselves as rational beings, and yet it's the scent of expensive face cream that removes wrinkles (temporarily) and the noise of the crowd really does affect the referee's decision. Sensehacking explores how the senses are stimulated in nature, at home, in the workplace and at play. Using cutting-edge science, Spence shows how the senses interact and affect our minds and bodies. 'Everything you need to know about how to cope with the hidden sensory overload of modern life, engagingly told' Robin Dunbar, author of How Many Friends Does One Person Need? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Kniha - autor Charles Duhigg, 400 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná A psychology/business crossover, this book reveals the secrets of why people do what they do and how they can change. Duhigg argues that the key to exercising regularly, losing weight, raising children, becoming more productive, etc, is in understanding how habits work. Duhigg was recently shortlisted for the Pulitzer Prize. 'Once you've read this book, you'll never look at yourself, your organisation, or your world quite the same way.' Daniel H. Pink (alza.cz)

Jay Shetty, social media superstar and host of the #1 podcast 'On Purpose', distils the timeless wisdom he learned as a practising monk into practical steps anyone can take every day to live a less anxious, more meaningful life.Over the past three years, Jay Shetty has become a favourite in the hearts and minds of millions of people worldwide. One of his clips was the most watched video on Facebook last year, with over 360 million views. His social media following totals over 32 million, he has produced over 400 viral videos, which have amassed more than 5 billion views, and his podcast, 'On Purpose', is consistently ranked the world's #1 health-related podcast.In this inspiring, empowering book, Shetty draws on his time as a monk in the Vedic tradition to show us how we can clear the roadblocks to our potential and power. Drawing on ancient wisdom and his own rich experiences in the ashram, Think Like a Monk reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits, and access the calm and purpose that lie within all of us.The lessons monks learn are profound but often abstract. Shetty transforms them into advice and exercises we can all apply to reduce stress, improve focus, improve relationships, identify our hidden abilities, increase self-discipline and give the gifts we find in ourselves to the world. Shetty proves that everyone can - and should - think like a monk.Perfect for fans of Wim Hof, Robin S. Sharma and James Nestor! (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Marcus Sakey returns with his most ambitious novel, a captivating story of love and memory, where the only thing more frightening than the questions are the answers.A man wakes up naked and cold, half-drowned on an abandoned beach. The only sign of life for miles is an empty BMW. Inside the expensive car he finds clothes that fit perfectly, shoes for his tattered feet, a Rolex, and a bank envelope stuffed with cash and an auto registration in the name of Daniel Hayes, resident of Malibu, California.None of it is familiar.What is he doing here? How did he get into the ocean? Is he Daniel Hayes, and if so, why doesn't he remember? While he searches for answers, the world searches for him—beginning with the cops that kick in the door of his dingy motel, with guns drawn. Lost, alone, and on the run, the man who might be Daniel Hayes flees into the night.All he remembers is a woman's face, so he sets off for the only place he might find her. The fantasy of her becomes his home, his world, his hope. And maybe, just maybe, the way back to himself.But that raises the most chilling question of all: What will he find when he gets there? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

In The War on the West, international bestselling author Douglas Murray asks: if the history of humankind is a history of slavery, conquest, prejudice, genocide and exploitation, why are only Western nations taking the blame for it? It's become, he explains, perfectly acceptable to celebrate the contributions of non-Western cultures, but discussing their flaws and crimes is called hate speech. What's more it has become acceptable to discuss the flaws and crimes of Western culture, but celebrating their contributions is also called hate speech. Some of this is a much-needed reckoning; however, some of it is part of a larger international attack on reason, democracy, science, progress, and the citizens of the West by dishonest scholars, hatemongers, hostile nations and human rights abusers hoping to distract from their ongoing villainy. In The War on the West, Douglas Murray shows how many well-meaning people have been lured into protests and polarisation by such lies and hypocrisy. A blistering and important polemic, Murray's latest book carefully and methodically shows how far political discourse has strayed in Europe and America from its stated goals: justice and equality. Propelled by an incisive deconstruction of inconsistent arguments and activism, towards a clarion call for the defence of enlightenment values, The War on the West is one of the most important books for a generation, cementing Murray as one of the world's foremost political writers. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

In "The Power of Habit", award-winning "New York Times" business reporter Charles Duhigg takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. With penetrating intelligence and an ability to distill vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives, Duhigg brings to life a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential for transformation. Along the way we learn why some people and companies struggle to change, despite years of trying, while others seem to remake themselves overnight. We visit laboratories where neuroscientists explore how habits work and where, exactly, they reside in our brains. We discover how the right habits were crucial to the success of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, and civil-rights hero Martin Luther King, Jr. We go inside Procter & Gamble, Target superstores, Rick Warren's Saddleback Church, NFL locker rooms, and the nation's largest hospitals and see how implementing so-called keystone habits can earn billions and mean the difference between failure and success, life and death. At its core, "The Power of Habit" contains an exhilarating argument: the key to exercising regularly, losing weight, raising exceptional children, becoming more productive, building revolutionary companies and social movements, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. Habits aren't destiny. As Charles Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

How Democracies Die How does a democracy die? What lessons does history teach us? What can we do to save our own? In the 21st century democracy is threatened like never before. Drawing insightful lessons from across history - from Pinochet's murderous Chilean regime to Erdogan's quiet dismantling in Turkey - Levitsky and Ziblatt explain why democracies fail, how leaders like Trump subvert them today and what each of us can do to protect our democratic rights. 'A must-read' Andrew Marr, Sunday Times 'Excellent, scholarly, readable, alarming and level-headed' Nick Cohen, Observer 'The greatest of the many merits of Levitsky and Ziblatt's How Democracies Die is their rejection of western exceptionalism. They tell inspiring stories I had not heard before. Excellent' Nick Cohen, Observer 'Provocative, timely. One of my favourite reads this year' Elif Shafak, author of The Bastard of Istanbul 'Anyone who is concerned about the future of democracy should read this brisk, accessible book. Anyone who is not concerned should definitely read it' Daron Acemoglu, co-author of Why Nations Fail 'A lucid and essential guide to what can happen' Jennifer Szalai, New York Times 'We owe the authors a debt of thanks for bringing their deep understanding to bear on the central political issue of the day' Francis Fukuyama, author of Political Order and Political Decay 'In this brilliant historical synthesis, Levitsky and Ziblatt show how the actions of elected leaders around the world have paved the road to democratic failure, and why the United States is now vulnerable to this same downward spiral. This book should be widely and urgently read as a clarion call to restore the shared beliefs and practices-beyond our formal constitution - that constitute the essential 'guardrails' for preserving democracy' Larry Diamond, author of The Spirit of Democracy (knihydobrovsky.cz)

'Reminds us that the mind is the greatest mystery in the universe' Yuval Noah Harari, Guardian, Books of the Year Could psychedelic drugs change our worldview? Join Michael Pollan on a journey to the frontiers of the human mind. Diving deep into an extraordinary world - from shamans and magic mushroom hunts to the pioneering labs mapping our brains - and putting himself forward as a guinea-pig, Michael Pollan has written a remarkable history of psychedelics and a compelling portrait of the new generation of scientists fascinated by the implications of these drugs. How to Change Your Mind is a report from what could very well be the future of consciousness. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

'Who knew numbers could be so charming? ... Suri takes us on a light-hearted journey all the way from nothing (zero) to infinity' Karen Joy Fowler, New York Times bestselling author of We Are All Completely Beside OurselvesOur universe has multiple origin stories, from religious creation myths to the Big Bang of scientists. But if we leave those behind and start from nothing - no matter, no cosmos, not even empty space - could we create a universe using only maths?In this new mathematical origin story, mathematician and award-winning novelist Manil Suri creates a natural progression of ideas needed to design our world, starting with numbers and continuing through geometry, algebra, and beyond. With evocative and engaging examples ranging from multidimensional crochet to the Mona Lisa's asymmetrical smile, as well as ingenious storytelling that helps illuminate complex concepts like infinity and relativity, The Big Bang of Numbers charts a playful, inventive course to existence.Distilled from almost four decades of teaching experience, and offering both striking new perspectives for maths aficionados and an accessible introduction for enthusiastic novices, The Big Bang of Numbers proves that we can all fall in love with maths. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

'Required reading for anyone remotely curious about how they came to be remotely curious' Observer'Enthralling' Spectator What is human consciousness and how is it possible? These questions fascinate thinking people from poets and painters to physicists, psychologists, and philosophers. This is Daniel C. Dennett's brilliant answer, extending perspectives from his earlier work in surprising directions, exploring the deep interactions of evolution, brains and human culture. Part philosophical whodunnit, part bold scientific conjecture, this landmark work enlarges themes that have sustained Dennett's career at the forefront of philosophical thought. In his inimitable style, laced with wit and thought experiments, Dennett shows how culture enables reflection by installing a profusion of thinking tools, or memes, in our brains, and how language turbocharges this process. The result: a mind that can comprehend the questions it poses, has emerged from a process of cultural evolution. An agenda-setting book for a new generation of philosophers and thinkers, From Bacteria to Bach and Back is essential for anyone who hopes to understand human creativity in all its applications. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

This book mixes old school wisdom, with a modern approach to self-care. Discover the sacred power of charms and symbols used by different cultures throughout history, and find out how to harness that power and weave their magic into your everyday life for increased wellness, protection, happiness and health. For thousands of years, charms and symbols have allowed us to communicate powerful feelings without the use of a single word. From the elegant, sacred Feather to the strong, rooted Tree of Life, signs and symbols such as these can help guide us on our journey through life. Charms & Symbols is a guide to symbols from cultures around the world. Discover the meanings of these beautiful emblems and learn how to work with each of them to improve your overall wellbeing. Including exercises and self-care tips, this book mixes ancient wisdom with a modern and accessible approach to self-care.Learn how to focus and meditate on symbols through activities such as breathing exercises and mindful practices to help boost your self-esteem, restore and rejuvenate your body and mind, connect with your intuition and ease feelings of anxiety and worry.Discover symbols such as:- The Tree of Life, for a greater connection between life on earth and the afterlife- The Triple Moon, used to represent the power of the goddess- The Endless Knot, an important symbol in Buddhism representing the endless cycles in life- The Triquetra, a Celtic protection symbol representing the Mother, the Maiden and the Crone- The Hamsa, a Middle Eastern symbol that represents protection, fortune, health and happiness (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Drawn from 3,000 years of the history of power, this guide helps readers achieve for themselves what Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, Louis XIV and Machiavelli learnt the hard way. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Launching a new trilogy in the Shades of Magic universe, an enchanting and thrilling epic fantasy from the international sensation, V. E. Schwab, perfect for fans of Samantha Shannon, Kerri Maniscalco, Leigh Bardugo and R. F. Kuang.Seven years have passed since the doors between the worlds were sealed. Seven years since Kell, Lila and Holland stood against Osaron, a desperate battle that saved the worlds of Red, Grey and White London. Seven years since Kell's magic was shattered, and Holland lost his life.Now Rhy Maresh rules Red London with his new family - his queen, Nadiya, their daughter Ren, and his consort, Alucard. But his city boils with conspiracy and rebellion, fuelled by rumours he is causing magic to fade from the word.Now Kosika, a child Antari, sits on the throne of White London. The new queen leads her people in new rituals of sacrifice and blood in devotion to the altar of Holland Vosijk, summoning vast power she may not be able to control.Now Lila and Kell, living free on the waves, are charged by the captain of the Floating Market to retrieve an immensely powerful artefact, stolen by secretive forces.Now Tes, a young woman with a knack for fixing broken things, is thrust into the affairs of Antari and kings, traitors and thieves. And only her unique powers can weave the threads of power together.A triumphant return to the worlds of The Shades of Magic, The Fragile Threads of Power continues the stories of fan-favourite characters Kell, Lila, Rhy and Alucard, and introduces a new generation of magic, shadows and embers in the dark. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Launching a new trilogy in the Shades of Magic universe, an enchanting and thrilling epic fantasy from the international sensation, V. E. Schwab, perfect for fans of Samantha Shannon, Kerri Maniscalco, Leigh Bardugo and R. F. Kuang.Seven years have passed since the doors between the worlds were sealed. Seven years since Kell, Lila and Holland stood against Osaron, a desperate battle that saved the worlds of Red, Grey and White London. Seven years since Kell's magic was shattered, and Holland lost his life.Now Rhy Maresh rules Red London with his new family - his queen, Nadiya, their daughter Ren, and his consort, Alucard. But his city boils with conspiracy and rebellion, fuelled by rumours he is causing magic to fade from the word.Now Kosika, a child Antari, sits on the throne of White London. The new queen leads her people in new rituals of sacrifice and blood in devotion to the altar of Holland Vosijk, summoning vast power she may not be able to control.Now Lila and Kell, living free on the waves, are charged by the captain of the Floating Market to retrieve an immensely powerful artefact, stolen by secretive forces.Now Tes, a young woman with a knack for fixing broken things, is thrust into the affairs of Antari and kings, traitors and thieves. And only her unique powers can weave the threads of power together.A triumphant return to the worlds of The Shades of Magic, The Fragile Threads of Power continues the stories of fan-favourite characters Kell, Lila, Rhy and Alucard, and introduces a new generation of magic, shadows and embers in the dark. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

What if grudges are not just good for us but great? How often have you held a grudge and felt guilty about it? 'Forgive and move on' is the received wisdom, and that's what many of us try to do. Positive thinking is essential for a happy life, but how we get to that positive is even more crucial. What if grudges can ward off danger, and help us live better lives? What if they can act as stepping stones, pointing us in the right direction? This ultimate guide will give you all the tools you need to analyse, process and embrace your grudges in order to be your best possible self. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Co je klíčovou, a přitom podceňovanou ingrediencí každého úspěchu? Správné načasování. Žádné obchodní rozhodnutí, školní test, lékařský zákrok, důležitý rodinný rozhovor nebo změna zaměstnání bez něj nemůže dopadnout ideálně. Doposud jsme vhodné načasování považovali za intuitivní umění či dílo šťastné náhody. Daniel Pink však dokazuje, že ve skutečnosti jde o vědu – a ovládnout ji může každý z nás. Dělejte ve správný čas ty správné věci. Pink vydestiloval z přelomových výzkumů a pozoruhodných příběhů knihu plnou praktických rad. Ukazuje, proč byste měli plánovat práci a odpočinek na základě svého chronotypu: takzvaní skřivani, sovy a „třetí ptáci“ totiž v různých fázích dne vynikají v různých typech činností. Porozumíte také psychologickým principům vnímání času, například proč často prokrastinujeme až do půlky projektu, kdy se konečně dostaví spásný „efekt ajaj“. Účinnost Pinkových rad potom rychle poznáte v práci, při studiu i v osobním životě.V knize se mimo jiné dozvíte:jak si vytvořit správný režim dne, a být tak mnohem efektivnějšízda je lepší začínat dobrou, nebo špatnou zprávouv jaké části pracovní doby k vám bude úředník či obchodní partner nejvstřícnějšíproč existuje krize středního věku a jak ji lépe zvládnoutkdy jít během dne sportovat, chcete-li zhubnoutjak začít v jakémkoli projektu znovu, pokud jste neodstartovali úplně ideálně (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Welcome to a revolution in the science of you - this is the landmark new book from award-winning scientist Daniel M. Davis.Imagine taking drugs to help you acquire new skills, or knowing years in advance the precise likelihood of developing specific cancers, or following a diet and health regime tailored to your microbiome, or even having continuous monitoring of your body's workings and well-being. Written by an award-winning scientist, this landmark book shows how these radical and disconcerting possibilities have been made real. It is at once a gripping drama of scientific ingenuity, discovery and collaboration, and a vision of the human body of dizzying complexity and wonder.'The startling new discoveries...are radically altering our understanding of how we function and what our future holds' BRIAN COX'A big-picture forecast of how medicine stands on the threshold of a revolution that will radically change all of our lives' The Times (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From an award-winning financial historian comes the gripping, character-driven story of venture capital and the world it madeInnovations rarely come from "experts." Jeff Bezos was not a bookseller; Elon Musk was not in the auto industry. When it comes to innovation, a legendary venture capitalist told Sebastian Mallaby, the future cannot be predicted, it can only be discovered. Most attempts at discovery fail, but a few succeed at such a scale that they more than make up for everything else.That extreme ratio of success and failure is the power law that drives venture capital, Silicon Valley, the tech sector, and, by extension, the world. Drawing on unprecedented access to the most celebrated venture capitalists of all time, award-winning financial historian Sebastian Mallaby tells the story of this strange tribe of financiers who have funded the world's most successful companies, from Google to SpaceX to Alibaba. With a riveting blend of storytelling and analysis, The Power Law makes sense of the seeming randomness of success in venture capital, an industry that relies, for good and ill, on gut instinct and personality rather than spreadsheets and data.We learn the unvarnished truth about some of the most iconic triumphs and infamous disasters in the history of tech, from the comedy of errors that was the birth of Apple to the venture funding that fostered hubris at WeWork and Uber to the industry's notorious lack of women and ethnic minorities. Now the power law echoes around the world: it has transformed China's digital economy beyond recognition, and London is one of the top cities for venture capital investment. By taking us so deeply into the VCs' game, The Power Law helps us think about our own future through their eyes. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Inferior is more than just a book. It's a battle cry - and right now, it's having a galvanising effect on its core fanbase' ObserverAre women more nurturing than men?Are men more promiscuous than women?Are males the naturally dominant sex?And can science give us an impartial answer to these questions?Taking us on an eye-opening journey through science, Inferior challenges our preconceptions about men and women, investigating the ferocious gender wars that burn in biology, psychology and anthropology. Angela Saini revisits the landmark experiments that have informed our understanding, lays bare the problem of bias in research, and speaks to the scientists finally exploring the truth about the female sex.The result is an enlightening and deeply empowering account of women's minds, bodies and evolutionary history. Interrogating what these revelations mean for us as individuals and as a society, Inferior unveils a fresh view of science in which women are included, rather than excluded. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva delivers another stunning thriller in his latest action-packed tale of high stakes international intrigue featuring the inimitable Gabriel Allon.She is an iconic member of the British Royal Family, beloved for her beauty and charitable works, resented by her former husband and his mother, the Queen of England. When a bomb explodes aboard her holiday yacht, British intelligence turns to one man to track down her killer: legendary spy and assassin Gabriel Allon.Gabriel's target is Eamon Quinn, a master bomb maker and mercenary of death who sells his services to the highest bidder. Fortunately Gabriel does not pursue him alone; at his side is Christopher Keller, a British commando turned professional assassin who knows Quinn's murderous handiwork all too well.And though Gabriel does not realize it, he is stalking an old enemy-a cabal of evil that wants nothing more than to see him dead. Gabriel will find it necessary to oblige them, for when a man is out for vengeance, death has its distinct advantages.... (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Audiokniha:,Dělejte ve správný čas ty správné věci Příruček o tom, jak dělat různé věci, je tolik, že si vyžádaly vlastní kategorii jak na to. Tuto audioknihu můžete vnímat jako zcela nový žánr: kdy na to. Tohle je audiokniha o načasování. Všichni víme, že s načasováním všechno stojí a padá. Potíž je v tom, že toho moc nevíme o načasování samotném. Život nám přináší nekonečný proud rozhodnutí o tom, „kdy“ – kdy změnit kariéru, sdělit špatnou zprávu, naplánovat kurz, jít na lékařský zákrok, ukončit manželství, jít si zaběhat, naplno se ponořit do nějakého projektu nebo vztahu. Bez správného načasování to nemůže dopadnout ideálně. Doposud jsme vhodné načasování považovali za intuitivní umění nebo dílo šťastné náhody. Daniel Pink vám ukáže, že načasování je ve skutečnosti věda a ovládnout ji může každý z nás. Analyzoval více než 700 výzkumů (sociální psychologie, chronobiologie, endokrinologie, antropologie, anesteziologie a ekonomie) a sestavil praktického rádce, abychom mohli pracovat trochu chytřeji a žít trochu lépe. Manuál krotitele času Audiokniha probírá spoustu teorie a doslechnete se v ní o řadě vědeckých studií. Jak ale můžeme tyto poznatky využít ke zlepšení své výkonnosti, posílení zdraví a prohloubení spokojenosti? Pink vydestiloval z těchto přelomových výzkumů a pozoruhodných příběhů knihu plnou praktických rad. Každou kapitolu uzavírá částí, kterou nazval Manuál krotitele času: kolekce nástrojů, cvičení a tipů, které vám pomohou uvést nabyté poznatky do praxe. S chytrým přístupem tak dostanete z každého dne mnohem víc. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

In 2017, President Trump made a cryptic remark at a gathering of military officials, describing it as 'the calm before the storm'-then refused to explain himself to puzzled journalists. But on internet message boards, a mysterious poster called 'Q Clearance Patriot' began an elaboration all of their own.Q's wild yarn hinted at a vast conspiracy that satisfied the deepest desires of MAGA-America. None of Q's predictions came to pass. But did that stop people from clinging to every word, expanding Q's mythology, and promoting it ever more widely? No.Conspiracy culture expert Mike Rothschild is uniquely equipped to explain QAnon, from the cults that first fed into it, to its embrace by Trump and the right-wing media. With families torn apart and with the Capitol under attack, he argues that mocking the madness of QAnon will get us nowhere. Instead, he argues that QAnon tells us everything we need to know about global fear after Trump-and that we need to understand it now, because it's not going away. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Kniha - autor Tom Higham, 320 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná The who, what, where, when and how of human evolution, from one of the world's experts on the dating of prehistoric fossils' Steve Brusatte, author of The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs 'Fascinating and entertaining. If you read one book on human origins, this should be it' Ian Morris, author of Why the West Rules - For Now 50,000 years ago, we were not the only species of human in the world. There were at least four others, including the Neanderthals, Homo floresiensis, Homo luzonesis and the Denisovans. At the forefront of the latter's ground-breaking discovery was Oxford Professor Tom Higham. In The World Before Us, he explains the scientific and technological advancements - in radiocarbon dating and ancient DNA, for example - that allowed each of these discoveries to be made, enabling us to be more accurate in our predictions about not just how long ago these other humans lived,... (alza.cz)

Překvapivá pravda o tom, jak ovlivňujeme ostatní. Tradiční způsoby prodeje a obchodničení jsou nenávratně minulostí, pro úspěšou prezentaci produktu či služby jsou nezbytné nové schopnosti a dovednosti. Dostupnost informací bere prodejcům náskok, kupující je častokrát stejně dobře nebo i lépe připraven. Již nelze pracovat podle prodejních scénářů, manipulovat nebo cokoliv zatajovat. Z prodeje se stal proces spolupráce partnerů, v kterém je výhodou umění improvizace a jedinou funkční zbraní je pokora. Daniel Pink umně kombinuje poznatky z psychologie a sociologie se zkušenostmi, příběhy a pozorováním těch, kteří umějí prodat, aniž by mnohdy tušili, že to dělají. Vítejte ve světě obchodu, který už nikdy nebude jako dřív; éra nových obchodníků právě začala! O autorovi Daniel H. Pink je americký autor pěti knih věnujících se obchodní, pracovní a manažerské tématice. Jeho knihy byly přeloženy již do 33 jazyků. Píše články pro The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company a Wired. Přednáší ve firmách a univerzitách celého světa. V roce 2011 byl žebříčku Thinkers50 zařazen mezi 50 nejvlivnějších managment myslitelů světa. Žije se svou ženou a třemi dětmi ve Washingtonu, DC. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Fast Forward, by two women leaders with experience and access throughout corporate America and around the world, takes the next step. Through interviews, it shows women how to accelerate their growing economic power and combine it with purpose to create success and meaning in their lives while building a better world. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Kniha - 480 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá (alza.cz)

From bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris - a nugget of wisdom in the phenomenal Ladybirds for Grown Ups series. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Also available: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRDS FOR GROWN UPS SERIES, FOR AUTUMN 2016* How it Works: The Dog - a nugget of wisdom from bestselling authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. Other new titles for Autumn 2016: How it Works: The Student How it Works: The Cat How it Works: The Grandparent The Ladybird Book of the Meeting The Ladybird Book of Red Tape The Ladybird Book of the People Next Door The Ladybird Book of the Sickie The Ladybird Book of the Zombie Apocalypse Previous titles in the Ladybirds for Grown Ups series: How it Works: The Husband How it Works: The Wife How it Works: The Mum How it Works: The Dad The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis The Ladybird Book of the Hangover The Ladybird Book of Mindfulness The Ladybird Book of the Shed The Ladybird Book of Dating The Ladybird Book of the Hipster (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Non, rien de rien. Non, je ne regrette rien. Ne, ničeho. Ne, nelituji vůbec ničeho. … zpívá ve svém slavném šansonu Edith Piaf. Je ale vůbec možné ničeho nelitovat? Každý cítí lítost, vysvětluje Daniel H. Pink. Procesy lítosti jsou univerzální a zdravou součástí lidského bytí. A pochopení toho, jak lítost funguje, nám může pomoci k rozumnějším rozhodnutím, podávat lepší výkony v práci či při studiu a vnést do našich životů větší smysl. Na základě výzkumu v oblasti sociální psychologie, neurovědy a biologie autor boří mýtus o životní filozofii „Ničeho nelituji“. S využitím největšího vzorku amerických postojů k lítosti, který kdy byl proveden, a svého vlastního výzkumu World Regret Survey – který shromáždil výčitky od více než 15 000 lidí ve 105 zemích – uvádí čtyři základní druhy lítosti, které jsou vlastní každému z nás. Stejně jako ve svých bestsellerech (Drive, When a A Whole New Mind) nabízí Pink nový dynamický způsob uvažování o lítosti a své myšlenky koncipuje srozumitelně a pragmaticky. Síla lítosti je plná skutečných příběhů lidí, kteří litují něčeho ve svém životě, i praktických tipů, jak přehodnotit lítost na pozitivní sílu, a ukazuje, jak můžeme díky této nepopulární emoci žít bohatší a odvážnější život. V knize se dozvíte: že litovat je lidské že za litování se nemusíme stydět 4 nejčastější druhy lítosti proč díky litování rosteme jaké jsou tři hlavní výhody litování jak si z litování udělat dobrého přítele že i negativní emoce mohou mít pozitivní moc Času stráveného s touto knihou však rozhodně litovat nebudete. „Líbí se mi, že se Daniel Pink zabývá jedním z nejlepších (a nejtěžších) učitelů v mém životě – lítostí. Vždycky jsem věděla, že lítost prohlubuje můj vztah k sobě samé i k druhým, ale teď, díky Danovu výzkumu a vyprávění, chápu proč. Nelitovat neznamená žít s odvahou. Znamená to žít bez reflexe. Svět potřebuje tuto knihu a více reflexe. A to hned.“ - Brené Brown, Ph.D., autorka bestselleru Dare to Lead Nesrovnatelně upřímný, jasný a stručný Daniel Pink shrnuje nejnovější vědecké poznatky o ohlížení se za tím, co mohlo být, a ukazuje, jak vás to může posunout vpřed ke šťastnějšímu, produktivnějšímu a zásadovějšímu životu.\\\" - Angela Duckworthová, autorka bestselleru Grit \\\"Daniel Pink, jak to u jeho knih bývá zvykem, změnil mé chápání tématu a přesvědčil mě o síle lítosti. Díky jeho pozoruhodnému výzkumu jsem se dozvěděl nejen to, čeho lidé litují, ale také jak tyto výčitky optimalizovat. Pokaždé, když čtu knihu Daniela Pinka, stává se ze mě lepší a informovanější člověk.\\\" - Sanjay Gupta, M.D., hlavní lékařský zpravodaj, CNN Vyhlášena jako Nejlepší kniha roku 2022 NPR a Financial Times. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: „Neotřelý pohled na umění prodávat, spojující výsledky společenských věd, vlastního výzkumu a sebraných příběhů. ... Ohromně zábavné a užitečné.“– Forbes„Silniční mapa, která nás ostatní dovede k našim vlastním prezentacím.“– Chicago TribunePřesvědčujete kolegy, aby přijali váš nápad? – Prodáváte. Rádi byste získali pro své podnikání investora? – Prodáváte. Přemlouváte děti, aby se učily? – Zase prodáváte. Ať jsme zaměstnanci, podnikatelé, rodiče, učitelé… trávíme naše dny snahou působit na ostatní. Přesvědčujeme, ubezpečujeme a ovlivňujeme druhé, aby se vzdali něčeho, co mají, výměnou za to, co máme my. Ať se nám to líbí nebo ne, všichni prodáváme.Tohle není jen další kniha o prodeji a pro prodejce.Autor knihy, Daniel H. Pink, předkládá nový pohled na složité umění prodeje, přičemž své poznatky opírá o četné sociologické studie a výzkumy. Svět se změnil, co dříve platilo a fungovalo, dnes neplatí nebo je přinejmenším neefektivní. Na téměř posvátném pravidle prodejců „pokaždé uzavři obchod“ a po léta uplatňovaných metodách nezůstal kámen na kameni. Vztah prodejce a zákazníka je jiný, rovnocenný. Prodejce dávno nedrží trumfy v rukou jako dřív. Jeho role při uzavírání obchodu se změnila. A Pink formuluje novou trojici zásadních vlastností, které by si měl osvojit každý, kdo to s prodejem myslí vážně.A jako správný obchodník vám autor nabízí několik užitečných „vzorků zdarma“ – soubory zcela konkrétních nástrojů, tipů, rad a cvičení, které byly pečlivě vytvořeny tak, abyste novému světu prodávání opravdu porozuměli a dosáhli úspěchu.V knize se taky dozvíteJak neprodávat věci, ale zážitky. Jak umět plavat v oceánu odmítnutí. Co je to jednoslovný kapitál. Proč pomáhá tázací samomluva. Co je podstatou pixarské prezentace. Jaké jsou nové formy prezentace obchodních nabídek. Proč jsou důležitá tři základní pravidla improvizačního divadla. O autoroviDaniel H. Pink je americký autor pěti knih věnujících se obchodní, pracovní a manažerské tématice. Jeho knihy byly přeloženy do 33 jazyků. Píše články pro The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company a Wired. Přednáší ve firmách a na univerzitách celého světa. V roce 2011 byl v žebříčku Thinkers50 zařazen mezi 50 nejvlivnějších myslitelů světa v oblasti managementu. Žije se svou ženou a třemi dětmi ve Washingtonu, DC. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Have good intentions, over-parenting and the decline in unsupervised play led to the emergence of modern identity politics and hypersensitivity?In this book, free speech campaigner Greg Lukianoff and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt investigate a new cultural phenomenon of "safetyism", beginning on American college campuses in 2014 and spreading throughout academic institutions in the English-speaking world.Looking at the consequences of paranoid parenting, the increase in anxiety and depression amongst students and the rise of new ideas about justice, Lukianoff and Haidt argue that well-intended but misguided attempts to protect young people are damaging their development and mental health, the functioning of educational systems and even democracy itself. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Co je klíčovou, a přitom podceňovanou ingrediencí každého úspěchu? Správné načasování. Žádné obchodní rozhodnutí, školní test, lékařský zákrok, důležitý rodinný rozhovor nebo změna zaměstnání bez něj nemůže dopadnout ideálně. Doposud jsme vhodné načasování považovali za intuitivní umění či dílo šťastné náhody. Daniel Pink však dokazuje, že ve skutečnosti jde o vědu – a ovládnout ji může každý z nás. Dělejte ve správný čas ty správné věci. Pink vydestiloval z přelomových výzkumů a pozoruhodných příběhů knihu plnou praktických rad. Ukazuje, proč byste měli plánovat práci a odpočinek na základě svého chronotypu: takzvaní skřivani, sovy a „třetí ptáci“ totiž v různých fázích dne vynikají v různých typech činností. Porozumíte také psychologickým principům vnímání času, například proč často prokrastinujeme až do půlky projektu, kdy se konečně dostaví spásný „efekt ajaj“. Účinnost Pinkových rad potom rychle poznáte v práci, při studiu i v osobním životě. V knize se mimo jiné dozvíte: jak si vytvořit správný režim dne, a být tak mnohem efektivnější zda je lepší začínat dobrou, nebo špatnou zprávou v jaké části pracovní doby k vám bude úředník či obchodní partner nejvstřícnější proč existuje krize středního věku a jak ji lépe zvládnout kdy jít během dne sportovat, chcete-li zhubnout jak začít v jakémkoli projektu znovu, pokud jste neodstartovali úplně ideálně (patro.cz)

The risks of global warming are real, and potentially vast. The difficulty of doing without fossil fuels is daunting, and possibly insurmountable. So there is an urgent need for new thinking on climate change. To meet that need, a small but increasingly influential group of scientists is exploring proposals for planned human intervention in the climate system. A stratospheric veil against the sun; the cultivation of photosynthetic plankton; a fleet of unmanned ships seeding clouds: these are the radical technologies of climate geoengineering. It is chilling to think of such power, and such scope for misadventure or malice, in humans hands. And yet we are now at the point where we have no choice but to take them very seriously indeed. The Planet Remade explores the science, history and politics behind these strategies. It looks at who might want to see geoengineering put to use - and why others would be dead set against it. In the last two centuries, changes to the planet - to the clouds and soils, to the winds and the seas, to the great cycles of nitrogen and carbon - have been far more profound than most of us realize.Appreciating the scale of that change compels us to rethink not just our responses to global warming, but our relationship to nature. With sensitivity, insight and expert science, Oliver Morton unpicks the moral implications of climate change, our fear that people have become a force of nature, and what it might mean to try and use that force for good. The Planet Remade is about imagining a world where people take care instead of taking control. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Díky těmto úžasným puzzlím si připomenete Prstenové přízraky z Mordoru v podobě z filmového zpracování trilogie Pán prstenů. Složení všech 1000 dílků do jednoho obrázku je skutečná výzva pro každého fanouška! (mall.cz)

Western countries invest billions in healthcare, yet mental illness and chronic diseases are on a seemingly unstoppable rise. Nearly 70% of Americans are now on prescription drugs. So what is 'normal' when it comes to health?Over four decades of clinical experience, renowned physician and addiction expert Dr Gabor Maté has seen how health systems neglect the role that trauma exerts on our bodies and our minds. Medicine often fails to treat the whole person, ignoring how today's culture stresses our bodies, burdens our immune systems and undermines emotional balance.Now, in his most ambitious and urgent book yet, Dr Maté connects the dots between our personal suffering and the pressures of modern-day living - with disease as a natural reflection of a life spent growing further and further apart from our true selves. But, with deep compassion, he also shows us a pathway to health and healing.Filled with stories of people in the grip of illness or in the triumphant wake of recovery, this life-affirming book, co-written with his son Daniel, proves true health is possible - if we are willing to reconnect with each other and our authentic selves. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Daniela Hodrova shares her unique perception of Prague, through playful poetic prose, and by imaginatively blending historical and cultural motifs with autobiographical moments. A Kingdom of Souls is the first volume of this author's literary journey - an unusual quest for self, for one's place in life and in the world; a world that for Hodrova is embodied in Prague. Translated by Veronique Firkusny and Elena Sokol. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces I thought I was done with death, at least a little bit, but death wasn't done with me. It's always been Tiger and her mother against the world. Then, on a day like any other, Tiger's mother dies. Now it's Tiger, alone. And she must learn to make friends with the dark (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Většina z nás věří, že nejlepším způsobem, jak motivovat sebe i ostatní kolem, je použití externích odměn, např. peněz – tedy metody cukru a biče. To je však chyba – tvrdí Daniel H. Pink ve své provokativní a přesvědčivé knize DRIVE: Překvapivá pravda o tom, co nás motivuje Motivace nebo spíše nemotivace? Tajemstvím vysokého výkonu a uspokojení – v práci, ve škole i doma – je hluboká lidská potřeba řídit si své životy, učit se, vytvářet nové věci a činit dobro sobě i celému světu. Autor knihy Drive odkazuje na čtyři desetiletí trvající výzkum lidské motivace a upozorňuje na rozpor mezi vědeckými poznatky a praxí, a jak tento nesoulad ovlivňuje všechny stránky našeho života. V textu této knihy názorně ukazuje, že i když metoda cukru a biče úspěšně fungovala ve 20. století, v dnešní době je to přesně ten způsob, jak lidi demotivovat. Tři prvky motivace Daniel H. Pink ve své knize zkoumá tři prvky skutečné motivace – autonomii, mistrovství a smysl – a nabízí chytré a překvapivé techniky, jak je uvést do praxe. Svou teorii demonstruje na příkladech firem, které používají nové přístupy k motivaci, a rovněž nám představuje vědce a podnikatele směle mířící kupředu. Kniha Drive překypuje velkými myšlenkami – je to ojedinělá kniha, která změní váš způsob myšlení i života. (patro.cz)

Kniha - autor Sanne Blauw, 176 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Even if you don't consider yourself a numbers person, you are a numbers person. The time has come to put numbers in their place. Not high up on a pedestal, or out on the curb, but right where they belong: beside words. It is not an overstatement to say that numbers dictate the way we live our lives. They tell us how we're doing at school, how much we weigh, who might win an election and whether the economy is booming. But numbers aren't as objective as they may seem; behind every number is a story. Yet politicians, businesses and the media often forget this - or use it for their own gain. Sanne Blauw travels the world to unpick our relationship with numbers and demystify our misguided allegiance, from Florence Nightingale using statistics to petition for better conditions during the Crimean War to the manipulation of numbers by the American tobacco industry and the ambiguous figures... (alza.cz)

The sequel to the international bestseller One of Us is LyingWelcome back to Bayview High . . .It's been a year since the events of One Of Us Is Lying.But nothing has settled for the residents of Bayview. Not now someone has started playing a sinister game of Truth or Dare.Choose truth? You must reveal your darkest secret.Choose dare? Well, that could be even more dangerous. Even deadly.When the game takes an even darker turn, suddenly no one at Bayview High knows who to trust.But they need to find out who is behind the game, before it's too late. (knihydobrovsky.cz)