Tootekood: 09486081GTIN: 9781408327647Interest age: from c 9 years
Mia is cousin to Olivia, the duchess of Venice; a ruler loved by her subjects for her command of magic and for saving the city from the flood. But Mia harbors a secret hatred of Olivia - her brother and mother were banished by the princess years before, and Mia has never forgiven her. Determined to ignore the powerful magic that is part of Olivia's reign, Mia finds herself lonely and isolated - until the appearance of Ara, a mergirl who may just hold the key to Venice's victory against the deadly Talish invaders...
In the canals of Venice, hides a beautiful secret...Olivia is the daughter of the Duke of Venice - a kind leader who uses water magic to protect the people of Venice. But as the nobility lose their connection to the seas that threaten to flood the city, the Duke's magic is stretched to breaking point. Olivia has a deep-rooted connection to the water and discovers an ally in Lucian - one of Venice's majestic and magical water horses, who nobody else in centuries has been able to see. Together with Lucian, Olivia must use her own magic to protect the people of the city, even when those she trusts are plotting against her...
Tootekood: 06756198GTIN: 9781476738017Fiction: general & literary
Read the New York Times bestseller that has taken the world by storm In this "charming debut" (People) from one of Sweden's most successful authors, a grumpy yet loveable man finds his solitary world turned on its head when a b
Tootekood: 36976402GTIN: 9781646091157Manga & Asian style comics
Having won hearts and topped charts in Japan, this hotly anticipated series about an older gentleman and his unique, adorable cat is available in English for the first time!Spying a bedraggled cat outside the window one day, Fukumaru is shocked to realize that the he and the stranger are acquainted from their days in the pet shop! Fukumaru notices that his former compaw-triot is beaten and bruised and tries to get his attention, but the black cat puffs up menacingly and flees. In his anxiety to help his old friend, Fukumaru manages to get out of the house! Will Mr. Kanda's beloved kitty ever find his way home or is he destined for a life on the streets as a stray?!
Paul Newman wore his Daytona Rolex every single day for 35 years until his death in 2008. The iconic timepiece, probably the single most sought-after watch in the world, is now in the possession of his daughter Clea, who wears it every day in his memory. Franklin Roosevelt wore an elegant gold Tiffany watch, gifted to him by a friend on his birthday, to the famous Yalta Conference where he shook the hands of Joseph Stalin and Winston Churchill. JFK's Omega worn to his presidential inauguration, Ralph Lauren's watch purchased from Andy Warhol's personal collection, Sir Edmund Hillary's Rolex worn during the first-ever summit of Mt. Everest...these and many more compose the stories of the world's most coveted watches captured in A Man and His Watch.Matthew Hranek, a watch collector and NYC men's style fixture, has travelled the world conducting firsthand interviews and diving into exclusive collections to gather the never-before- told stories of 76 watches, complete with stunning original photography of every single piece.
Tootekood: 11078593GTIN: 9781476738024Fiction: general & literary
In this New York Times bestselling "charming debut” (People)—soon to be a major motion picture starring Tom Hanks—from one of Sweden’s most successful authors, a grumpy yet loveable man finds his solitary world turned on its head when a boisterous young family moves in next door.Meet Ove. He’s a curmudgeon—the kind of man who points at people he dislikes as if they were burglars caught outside his bedroom window. He has staunch principles, strict routines, and a short fuse. People call him "the bitter neighbor from hell.” But must Ove be bitter just because he doesn’t walk around with a smile plastered to his face all the time?Behind the cranky exterior there is a story and a sadness. So when one November morning a chatty young couple with two chatty young daughters move in next door and accidentally flatten Ove’s mailbox, it is the lead-in to a comical and heartwarming tale of unkempt cats, unexpected friendship, and the ancient art of backing up a U-Haul. All of which will change one cranky old man and a local residents’ association to their very foundations.A feel-good story in the spirit of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry and Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand, Fredrik Backman’s novel about the angry old man next door is a thoughtful exploration of the profound impact one life has on countless others. "If there was an award for 'Most Charming Book of the Year,’ this first novel by a Swedish blogger-turned-overnight-sensation would win hands down” (Booklist, starred review).
There is something about Ove. At first sight, he is almost certainly the grumpiest man you will ever meet. He thinks himself surrounded by idiots - neighbours who can't reverse a trailer properly, joggers, shop assistants who talk in code, and the perpetrators of the vicious coup d'etat that ousted him as Chairman of the Residents' Association. He will persist in making his daily inspection rounds of the local streets. But isn't it rare, these days, to find such old-fashioned clarity of belief and deed? Such unswerving conviction about what the world should be, and a lifelong dedication to making it just so? In the end, you will see, there is something about Ove that is quite irresistible...The word-of-mouth bestseller causing a sensation across Europe, Fredrik Backman's heartwarming debut is a funny, moving, uplifting tale of love and community that will leave you with a spring in your step - and less ready to judge on first impressions a man you might one day wish to have as your dearest friend.
The million-copy bestselling phenomenon: Soon to be a major film starring Tom Hanks Fredrik Backman’s heartwarming debut is a funny, moving, uplifting tale of love and community that will leave you with a spring in your step 'Warm, funny, and almo
Tootekood: 11119469GTIN: 9781594139833Fiction: general & literary
At first sight, Ove is almost certainly the grumpiest man you will ever meet. He thinks himself surrounded by idiots - neighbours who can't reverse a trailer properly, joggers, shop assistants who talk in code, and the perpetrators of the vicious coup d'et
Tootekood: 10999113GTIN: 9780452281905Biography: general
"All those years you tried your best to break me, and I'm still here. One day you'll see, I'm going to make something of myself". These words were Dave Pelzer's declaration of independence to his mother, and they represented the ultimate act of self-reliance. Dave's father never intervened as his mother abused him with shocking brutality. The more than two million readers of Pelzer's previous international bestsellers, A Child Called "It" and The Lost Boy, know that he lived to tell his courageous story. But even after he was rescued, his life remained haunted by memories of his years as the bruised, cowering "It" locked in his mother's basement. Desperately trying to make something of his life, Dave was determined to weather every setback and gain strength from adversity.With stunning generosity of spirit, Dave Pelzer invites readers on his journey to discover how a lost, nameless boy finally found himself in the heart and soul of a man who is free at last.
Tootekood: 11370042GTIN: 9780312979232Biography: general
One of the most powerful crime figures in American history takes readers inside the world of the Mafia, revealing the inner workings of New York's Five Families.Bonanno describes how the Mafia has not only dominated local business, but also influenced national politics.
In a volume that is penetrating, introspective, incisive, and laugh-out-loud funny, one of the great men of letters of this age - or any age - holds forth on life, art, sex, politics, and the state of America's soul. From his coming of age in America, to his formative war experiences, to his life as an artist, this is Vonnegut doing what he does best: Being himself. Whimsically illustrated by the author, A MAN WITHOUT A COUNTRY is intimate, tender, and brimming with the scope of Kurt Vonnegut's passions.
Tootekood: 18464119GTIN: 9781497397934Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church
This is a two volume set Volume 1: Sources of Theological Knowledge, God, Creation and the Supernatural Order Volume 2: The Fall, Redemption, Grace, The Church, The Sacraments, The Last Things Henry Edward Cardinal Manning writes: Dr. Wilhelm and Fr. Scann
Tootekood: 18464121GTIN: 9781497398030Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church
This is a two volume set Volume 1: Sources of Theological Knowledge, God, Creation and the Supernatural Order Volume 2: The Fall, Redemption, Grace, The Church, The Sacraments, The Last Things Henry Edward Cardinal Manning writes: Dr. Wilhelm and Fr. Scann
This is a vintage textbook on shoemaking originally designed for industrial, trade, and commercial schools in the early twentieth century. From tanning hides to boot repair, this comprehensive volume contains a wealth of timeless information that will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in leather boot and shoe manufacturing. A Manual of Shoemaking and Leather and Rubber Products is written in clear, simple language, making it ideal for modern readers looking for an introduction to the subject. Contents include: "Fundamental Shoe Terms", "Hides and Their Treatment", "Processes of Tanning", "The Anatomy of the Foot", "How Shoe Styles Are Made", "Departments of a Shoe Factory", "McKay an Turned Shoes", "Old-fashioned Shoemaking and Repairing", "Leather and Shoemaking Terms", "Leather Products Manufacture", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality addition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of shoemaking.
This special re-print edition of "A Manual of Wood Carving" by William Bemrose, Jr. is a historical guide to wood carving. Written in 1862, this classic text provides insight into 19th century wood carving techniques. An enlightening and informative read f
Tootekood: 21236264GTIN: 9781541538368Children’s / Teenage fiction: General fiction
"Filled with wonder and sorrow and happiness." --Alison McGhee, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Someday A heartfelt story of a young girl seeking beauty and connection in a busy world. As the
Map of Otherworld presents an introduction to meditative style shamanic journeying, a thorough illustrated map to the spirit worlds, guides on how to interact with these for the most impact, answers to common questions about interacting with these worlds a
Uncommon Wisdom From the Best TeacherThere is no question that Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger are the greatest investors of our time. Over a period of 50 years, they've taken a declining textilecompany and morphed it into a multi-billion dollar conglome
A Masterpiece in Disarray: David Lynch's Dune. an Oral History.
Tootekood: 42896545GTIN: 9781948221290
LIMITED FIRST EDITION contains red foil gilded page edges and a black satin ribbon marker."I see many things. I see plans within plans."Following his underground hit Eraserhead and critically acclaimed The Elephant Man, visionary filmmaker David Lynch set his sights on bringing Frank Herbert's beloved sci-fi novel Dune to the screen. The project had already vexed directors such as Alejandro Jodorowsky (El Topo) and Ridley Scott (Alien). But by the early '80s Universal Pictures was prepared to give Lynch the keys to the kingdom - and the highest budget in the studio's history at the time - so that he could lend his surrealistic chops to this sprawling story of feuding space dynasties. They would also hopefully be creating a "Star Wars for adults" franchise-starter.As the hot young filmmaker commanded a cast with 42 major speaking parts as well as a crew of 1,700 (plus over 20,000 extras) on 80 sets built on 8 sound stages in Mexico, what happened next became as wild, complex, and full of intrigue as Herbert's novel itself.Film writer Max Evry goes behind the erratic ride of David Lynch's Dune like never before, with a years-in-the-making oral history culled from a lineup of new interviews with the film's stars (Kyle MacLachlan, Sean Young, Virginia Madsen, etc.), creatives, film executives, and insiders - not to mention Lynch himself.David Lynch's Dune initially left many filmgoers and reviewers scratching their heads, most dismissing the film upon its release. However, four decades and a big-budget remake later, Lynch's Dune is finally poised to find its rightful place alongside the director's other masterpieces such as Blue Velvet and Mullholland Drive.Max Evry's A Masterpiece in Disarray takes you back to 1984 with the deepest dive yet into the cult classic that is David Lynch's Dune.
The 2nd edition of this textbook features more than 100 pages of new material, including four new chapters, as well as an improved discussion of differential geometry concepts and their applications. The textbook aims to provide a comprehensive geometric description of Special and General Relativity, starting from basic Euclidean geometry to more advanced non-Euclidean geometry and differential geometry. Readers will learn about the Schwarzschild metric, the relativistic trajectory of planets, the deflection of light, the black holes, and the cosmological solutions like de Sitter, Friedman-Lemaître-Robertson-Walker, and Gödel ones, as well as the implications of each of them for the observed physical world. In addition, the book provides step-by-step solutions to problems and exercises, making it an ideal introduction for undergraduate students and readers looking to gain a better understanding of Special and General Relativity. In this new edition, a wide discussion on metric-affine theories of gravity and equivalent formulations of General Relativity is reported. The aim is presenting also topics which could be useful for PhD students and researchers studying General Relativity from an advanced point of view.
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 240, Publishers: Combined Academic Publ., Author: Marilyn Yalom, ISBN-13: 9781503632585, Date of issue: 2022
In a wonderful synthesis of science, history, and imagination, an internationally renowned theoretical physicist embarks on a wide-ranging exploration of how the fundamental scientific concept of temperature is bound up with the very essence of both life and matter. 23 photos & diagrams.
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 140, Publishers: Starwatch Press, Author: Olivia Atwater, ISBN-13: 9781998257065, Date of issue: 2024
A Medici Pilgrimage: The Devotional Journey of Cosimo III to Santiago de Compostela (1669)
Tootekood: 21273696GTIN: 9781909400931
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 156, Publishers: PAPERBACKSHOP UK IMPORT, Author: Miguel Tain Guzman, ISBN-13: 9781909400931, Date of issue: 2019
Tootekood: 10970920GTIN: 9780064460507Children’s / Teenage general interest: Countries, cultures & national identity
The King is coming to visit! The lord and lady of Camdenton Manor must work quickly to prepare for his arrival. It will take weeks to ready rooms, set up tents, and prepare the feast itself. Everyone is busy hunting and hawking, brewing and churning. This will be a feast to remember!
