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'Crofts constructs his alibi with immense elaboration...The story is highly successful, and Mr Crofts is to be congratulated upon his experiment' - Dorothy L. SayersWe begin with a body. Andrew Crowther, a wealthy retired manufacturer, is found dead in his seat on the 12.30 flight from Croydon to Paris. Rather less orthodox is the ensuing flashback in which we live with the killer at every stage, from the first thoughts of murder to the strains and stresses of living with its execution. Seen from the criminal's perspective, a mild-mannered Inspector by the name of French is simply another character who needs to be dealt with. This is an unconventional yet gripping story of intrigue, betrayal, obsession, justification and self-delusion. And will the killer get away with it? <br><br> Autorid: Freeman Wills Crofts <br>

Refitted and reorganized after the Normandy campaign, the 12.SS Panzer Division Hitlerjugend participated in the Ardennes Offensive in December 1944. Tasked with covering the right flank of the offensive, the division fought hard, facing unexpectedly tough opposition from US forces. Despite repeated efforts and heavy losses, it never came close to a breakthrough. By the end of January 1945, when American reinforcements surged the front, the division had been pushed back to its starting positions. Next, in early March, the division took part in Operation Frühlingserwachen on the Eastern Front, an attempt to recapture the Hungarian oilfields. After initial success the advance was ground to a halt by increasing Soviet resistance. On 16 March the Soviets counterattacked, threatening to encircle the German forces. The 12.SS was involved in desperate rearguard fighting until driven into full-scale retreat towards Vienna. On 8 May 1945 its 10,000 survivors surrendered to the US forces. Proud and defiant to the bitter end, they refused to raise white flags, ignoring orders to the contrary, and marched into captivity in perfect formation as if on parade, with their vehicles bearing their national flags. <br><br> Autorid: Angelos Mansolas <br>

A new translation of Sade’s most notorious, shocking, and influential novel This distressing but hugely important text, which the Marquis de Sade himself called “the most impure tale that has ever been written since the world exists,” has influenced countless major artists and thinkers throughout history. Flaubert and Baudelaire both read Sade, the surrealists were obsessed with him, filmmakers like Pasolini saw parallels with twentieth-century history in his writings, and feminists such as Simone de Beauvoir and Angela Carter fought over him. This new translation brings Sade’s provocative novel into Penguin Classics for the first time, and will reignite the debate around this most controversial of writers. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators. <br><br> Autorid: Marquis de Sade, Will McMorran, Thomas Wynn <br>

The origins of Dennis Brothers dates back to the 1890s, when John Dennis moved from his home in Devon to Guildford and began building bicycles. In 1901 he diversified into motor vehicles, at first cars and two years later vans, fire engines, and buses. While car production ceased in 1913, development of the larger vehicles grew and after the First World War the company’s products were to be seen across the whole of the UK and several overseas countries. In 1972 it was sold to the Hestair group and between 1989 and 2004, when it was purchased by consortium Alexander Dennis, it changed ownership several times. Over the years Dennis has produced a wide and varied range of buses and coaches and is now the UK’s largest manufacturer of passenger transport vehicles.This book will trace the development of Dennis in text and photographs, none of which have ever previously been published. This book will trace the development of Dennis in text and photographs, none of which have ever previously been published. <br><br> Autorid: Keith A. Jenkinson <br>

Contains a collection of recipes for all three meals and dessert which help to reduce fat and calories in one's diet, with most meals having a prepare time of fifteen minutes or less Imagine savoring three delicious, satisfying meals every day without worrying about counting calories or calculating fat grams. Now you can enjoy hundreds of combinations of tempting, flavorful breakfasts, lunches, dinners--even desserts--all for only 1200 calories a day.Every dinner contains no more than 400 calories per serving. Each breakfast and lunch contains only 350 calories per serving, and every delicious dessert contains just 100 calories per serving. All you have to do is select the meals you want to combine for any particular day.Choose from such low-calorie offerings as:Buttermilk pancakes with blueberry sauce, canadian bacon, and sliced orangesRoast beef salad with blue cheese in pitas and fresh apple slicesSliced turkey with mushroom gravy, whipped potatoes, peppered peas, and apricot halvesRaspberry-kissed pears in phyllo nestsEach low-calorie, low-fat recipe includes easy-tofollow instruction and fat grams per serving. Many recipes can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Imagine savoring three delicious, satisfying meals every day without worrying about counting calories or calculating fat grams. Now you can enjoy hundreds of combinations of tempting, flavorful breakfasts, lunches, dinners--even desserts--all for only 1200 calories a day. <br><br> Autorid: Nancy Hughes <br>

This is a book for the three million 'social' bridge players (in the UK alone) who know the rules and can play a reasonable hand, but want to refine their skills and improve their understanding of the game. The 121 bridge tips range from simple to more advanced and all offer solid advice on how best to deal with a variety of situations. Tips are clearly explained and are followed by an example hand and a reader's test. There is no simpler way to improve your bridge. <br><br> Autorid: Paul Mendelson <br>

On 15 June 1215, rebel barons forced King John to meet them at Runnymede. They did not trust the King, so he was not allowed to leave until his seal was attached to the charter in front of him. This was Magna Carta. It was a revolutionary document. Never before had royal authority been so fundamentally challenged. Nearly 800 years later, two of the charter's sixty-three clauses are still a ringing expression of freedom for mankind: 'To no one will we sell, to no one will we deny or delay right or justice'. And: 'No free man shall be taken or imprisoned or in any way ruined, except by the lawful judgement of his peers or by the law of the land'. 1215 - THE YEAR OF THE MAGNA CARTA explores what it was like to be alive in that momentous year. Political power struggles are interwoven with other issues - fashion, food, education, medicine, religion, sex. Whether describing matters of state or domestic life, this is a treasure house of a book, rich in detail and full of enthralling insights into the medieval world. <br><br> Autorid: Danny Danziger, John Gillingham, Danny Danziger <br>

An engrossing history of the pivotal year when the future of England was secured. A Sunday Times Book of the Week 'A thrilling episode from England's medieval history.' Dan Jones, The Sunday TimesAn engrossing history of the pivotal year when the future of England was secured.In 1215 King John had agreed to the terms of Magna Carta, but then reneged on his word, plunging the kingdom into war. Rebellious barons offered the throne to the French prince Louis and set off a chain of events that almost changed the course of English history.Louis arrived in May 1216, was proclaimed king in London, and by the autumn had half of England under his control. However, the choice of a French prince had enormous repercussions: now not merely an internal rebellion, but a war in which the defenders were battling to prevent a foreign takeover. John's death in October 1216 left the throne in the hands of his 9-year-old son, Henry, and his regent, William Marshal, which changed the face of the war again, for now the king trying to fight off an invader was not a hated tyrant but an innocent child.1217 charts the nascent sense of national identity that began to swell. Three key battles would determine England's destiny. The fortress of Dover was besieged, the city of Lincoln was attacked, and a great invasion force set sail and, unusually for the time, was intercepted at sea. Catherine Hanley expertly navigates medieval siege warfare, royal politics, and fighting at sea to bring this remarkable period of history to life. <br><br> Autorid: Catherine Hanley, Tina Ross <br>

NOW A GRIPPING AMAZON PRIME VIDEO SERIES 'THE QUEEN OF SCANDINAVIAN CRIME THRILLERS' RED 'A THRILLER WRITER OF THE HIGHEST ORDER' LIZA MARKLUND Even in an apocalyptic snowstorm, Hanna Wilhelmsen will find the truth, in this chilling thriller for fans of Jussi Adler-Olsen, Ragnar Jonasson and Ann Cleeves 1222 metres above sea level: train 601 from Oslo to Bergen careens off iced rails as the worst snowstorm in Norwegian history gathers force around it. With night falling and the temperature plummeting, its 269 passengers are forced to abandon their snowbound train and find shelter in a centuries-old mountain hotel. Before dawn breaks, one of them will be murdered. Trapped by the killer within, trapped by the deadly storm outside, Detective Hanne Wilhelmsen's unease is mounting. Why was the last train carriage sealed? Why is the top floor of the hotel locked down? And, of course, what if the killer strikes again? Readers love 1222 'Entrancing and thrilling' ***** 'Was gripped from page one' ***** 'Intelligent and suspenseful' ***** 'Undiluted pleasure' ***** <br><br> Autorid: Anne Holt, Marlaine Delargy <br>

Introduce children to the numbers 1 through 20 and the early concept of counting with this interactive trace-and-flip board book featuring bright and bold illustrations! This unique, innovative trace-and-flip book offers an engaging new way for children to discover numbers 1 to 20 and learn to count! Young readers can trace each number by following the tracks with a finger to become familiar with its shape. This engaging board will help children: - Learn the numbers 1-20 and how to write them as they trace - Count up to 20 with helpful illustrations of objects that correspond to each number - Practice hand eye coordination as they lift the flap on each page - Stay entertained on road trips and train rides! To reinforce learning, caregivers are encouraged to help children trace each number and count each of the items on each page. Also available . . . A is for Apple <br><br> Autorid: Georgie Birkett <br>

Encourage young readers to touch and trace the textured characters to learn the numbers 1 to 10 with this tree-shaped board book! Each page features a textured number with directional arrows for children to learn correct letter formation, along with brightly coloured artwork to aid learning. This fun addition to the My First collection of early-learning books features embossing and spot UV throughout. <br><br> Autorid: Lauren Crisp, Laura Silveira <br>

One act of kindness can show how much we care, making precious moments, to cherish and to share. An adorable board book from the bestselling Kind Hearts series. Count from one to ten in this cute board book that celebrates being kind to others! From helping a loved one tidy up, to making sure no friend gets left behind, this heartwarming board book shows us all the ways we can be caring and loving. Sweet illustrations by Summer Macon are paired with gently rhyming text by Patricia Hegarty to champion kindness and inclusivity. This book invites your little reader to engage with counting while they watch a gorgeous group of animal friends make memories, stick together, and always look out for each other! Don't miss the other Kind Hearts titles, including ABC of Love, ABC of Love for Mum, ABC of Love for Dad, ABC of Kindness, ABC of Kindness at Christmas, Friendship is Forever, Happiness is a Rainbow and 123 of Thankfulness! <br><br> Autorid: Patricia Hegarty <br>

Celebrate kindness with this sweet touch-and-feel board book from the bestselling Kind Hearts series. Perfect for counting down to bedtime with your little one! Ten little friends have had a busy day. Nine toys are left as they tidy things away. Eight drowsy friends brush their teeth with care. Seven shiny bubbles glisten in the air. Get ready for bedtime with an adorable cast of animal friends in this irresistible touch-and-feel board book! Featuring a unique tactile element on every other page, including shiny bubbles, a soft blanket, and a sparkly moon, this book invites little ones to experience the story in a hands-on, multi-sensory way while celebrating kindness and gaining confidence with counting in each illustrated scene. Check out other books in the series, such as ABC of Kindness, 123 of Kindness and ABC of Love. <br><br> Autorid: Patricia Hegarty, Summer Macon <br>

This personal and well-informed selection and description of the most interesting towns and individual buildings and archaeological sites in Turkey is the definitive guidebook for the discerning traveler. The author has been visiting Turkey for nearly fifty years and is the perfect companion for those who want to know about more than the obvious attractions. This book will immeasurably enhance any thoughtful traveler's visit, but can also be read at home as an aid to planning, or recalling, a trip, or simply as a guide to the astonishing and multi-faceted artistic and architectural riches of that most fascinating country. A selection of the most notable places/sites/sights in Turkey made by a veteran visitor, distinguished scholar and intrepid traveller. <br><br> Autorid: Russell Francis <br>

Did you know that: Deserts provide food for fish? 70% of all birds on the planet are chickens? Climate change was the reason why humans began to talk? Cows emit harmful methane when they burp or fart? Filled to the brim with 123 astonishing facts about the environment and climate, this accessible book explores the history of climate change and offers suggestions on how we can keep our planet liveable. <br><br> Autorid: Mathilda Masters, Louize Perdieus <br>

In this follow-up to 123 Fish in the Sea, young readers can touch the numbers 1 through 5 and feel a different molded plastic texture to make learning to count even more fun. Young children can learn their numbers 1 through 5 with this innovative counting book, which features numbers made of molded plastic with different tactile textures. One little star shines above a ladybug who is getting ready for bed. The ladybug sees two more stars, and a friendly firefly sees three stars of his own and wishes everyone a good night. Readers also meet a butterfly, a baby bee, and a glow worm, all of whom see stars in the sky before they fall asleep. <br><br> Autorid: Sophie Aggett, Gareth Lucas <br>

Join Fox as he prepares a magnificent tea party for all his friends in this perfect first counting book. The book design draws on the repeating pattern of oak leaves from a Pelisse Coat in the care of Hampshire Cultural Trust, which is thought to have belonged to Jane Austen. <br><br> Autorid: Ailie Busby <br>

The InterCity 125s were introduced into passenger service from 1976 and instantly revolutionised rail travel. As the worlds fastest diesel trains, they heralded significant journey-time reductions, reversing declining demand without requiring the construction of new lines to accommodate them. At each end of the train a sleek 2,250 hp power car with its iconic shape made the 125 an instantly recognisable train, while the distinctive noise produced by the original turbocharger resulted in a train that commanded attention wherever it went. Privatisation saw the 125s refurbished and repainted as they remained at the forefront of their new owners fleets. 125 Group was formed in 1994 by a small group of enthusiasts to provide a focus point for information and news regarding the HST. Since then it has grown into a preservation organisation with over 500 members, restoring and now operating the prototype HST power car No. 41001, owning and operating three Mk 3 coaches and still providing a quality quarterly magazine. With an array of fascinating photographs and insights, 125 Group tells the story of an enduring icon of Britains railways. <br><br> Autorid: 125 Group, Kenneth Grange <br>

Great breads from the home kitchen. They will taste like they came from the best bakery in town.For anyone who enjoys the flavor and aroma of freshly baked bread, nothing beats the convenience of a bread machine. This convenience is even greater for those managing a gluten intolerance. Finally here are great recipes for the food that is most strictly avoided and typically most missed in gluten-free diets: bread.These recipes make gluten-free breads that not only taste great but are specifically designed to meet the exacting requirements of bread machines. Each recipe has been thoroughly tested to ensure successful results every time.And what a collection of recipes it is:Banana seed breadBrown breadCornbreadCranberry wild rice breadEgg-free, corn-free, lactose-free brown breadItalian herb breadPumpernickelSourdough walnut breadTomato rosemary breadHamburger/mini-sub bunsHot cross bunsSun-dried tomato ciabattaThin pizza crustCinnamon bunsFocacciaThroughout the book there are tips and techniques for using a bread machine, and as a bonus the authors have included recipes for mixer prepared variations. These breads will be enjoyed by everyone in the family, whether affected by gluten intolerance or not. Great breads from the home kitchen. They will taste like they came from the best bakery in town. <br><br> Autorid: Donna Washburn, Heather Butt, Mark Shapiro, Colin Erricsson <br>

British Columbia is richly blessed with lush temperate rainforests, snow-capped mountains, rugged coastlines and unique wildlife 125 Nature Hot Spots in British Columbia is a beautifully illustrated guidebook that explores this province's remarkable splendor and natural diversity This second edition has been totally updated with new information and 25 additional destinations for nature lovers Each entry includes a descriptive destination profile, beautiful four-color photographs and at-a-glance information about the location and available activities This new edition also features QR codes, which will allow readers to easily access information online about each hot spot The destinations are divided into six chapters - Vancouver Island and the Coast; Central British Columbia; Lower Mainland; Okanagan, Similkameen and Area; Kootenay Region; and Northern British Columbia Here are just some of the new locations featured in this edition: Howe Sound Crest Trail, which follows a picturesque ridge overlooking Howe Sound Nootka Island, where you can spot coastal wolves and whale watch from shore Savary Island, which has rare forested sand dunes Willow Point Reef, an accessible spot to explore tidepools teeming with sea creatures And many more! Anyone who is eager to discover new places in British Columbia to hike, photograph wildlife, camp and paddle - whether going on a day trip, a weekend getaway or an extended holiday - will welcome this thorough and appealing guidebook <br><br> Autorid: Lyndsay Fraser, Christina Smyth <br>

Over the centuries, diverse traditions of paperworking have been developed all around the world. This book has gathered together over 125 papercraft projects for making at home, from paper construction projects to exquisite examples of decoupage, papier mache, paper cutting and collage. Projects include silhouettes, mirror frames, lampshades, screens, Christmas decorations, stationery, greetings cards, gift wraps, treasure boxes, children's toys, trays, ornaments, vases, plates and mobiles. A comprehensive section at the beginning of the book describes all the materials and equipment you will need, as well as essential paperworking techniques. <br><br> Autorid: Lucy Painter <br>

125 heartwarming, hilarious and inspiring animal tales Meet a kayaking sea otter, a penguin that became a knight, a walrus that does sit-ups, a tiger that befriends a pig, and many more amazing animals. Stories include unlikely animal friends, animal heroes, amazing animal tricks, surprising animal hybrids, weird but true stories of animal antics, and more. Packed with incredible photos and loads of animal facts, youll discover furry fun on every page! <br><br> Autorid: National Geographic Kids <br>

A day-by-day account of Aron Ralston's unforgettable survival story. On Saturday, 26 April 2003, Aron Ralston, a 27-year-old outdoorsman and adventurer, set off for a day's hike in the Utah canyons. Eight miles from his truck, he found himself in the middle of a deep and remote canyon. Then the unthinkable happened: a boulder shifted and snared his right arm against the canyon wall. He was trapped, facing dehydration, starvation, hallucinations and hypothermia as night-time temperatures plummeted. Five and a half days later, Aron Ralston finally came to the agonising conclusion that his only hope was to amputate his own arm and get himself to safety. Miraculously, he survived. 127 Hours is more than just an adventure story. It is a brave, honest and above all inspiring account of one man's valiant effort to survive, and is destined to take its place among adventure classics such as Touching the Void. <br><br> Autorid: Aron Ralston <br>

More than a decade ago, Gallup combed through its database of more than 1 million employee and manager interviews to identify the 12 elements most important for sustaining high performance. These were identified in the 1999 bestseller First, Break All the Rules. The Gallup study now includes 9 million employee and manager interviews spanning 114 countries and conducted in 41 languages. The authors weave together the latest Gallup insights with recent discoveries in the fields of psychology, physiology, game theory, neuroscience, and management. Chapters in the book follow great managers as they harness employee engagement to turn around a failing call center, save a struggling restaurant, improve patient care in a hospital, maintain production through power outages, and face a host of other challenges in settings around the world. Written to be accessible to all managers and employees, 12 explains what every company needs to know about human nature on the job. <br><br> Autorid: Gallup, James K. Harter <br>

Raised in 1943 with seventeen-year-olds from the Hitler Youth movement, and following the twin disasters of Stalingrad and ‘Tunisgrad’, the Hitlerjugend Panzer Division emerged as the most effective German division fighting in the West. The core of the division was a cadre of offices and NCOs provided by Hitler’s bodyguard division, the elite Leibstandarte, with the aim of producing a division of ‘equal value’ to fight alongside them in I SS Panzer Corps.During the fighting in Normandy, the Hitlerjugend proved to be implacable foes to both the British and the Canadians, repeatedly blunting Montgomery’s offensives, fighting with skill and a degree of determination well beyond the norm. This they did from D+1 through to the final battle to escape from the Falaise Pocket, despite huge disadvantages, namely constant Allied air attack, highly destructive naval gunfire and a chronic lack of combat supplies and replacements of men and equipment.Written with the advantage of new materials from archives in the former Eastern Bloc, this book is no whitewash of a Waffen SS division and it does not shy away from confronting unpalatable facts or controversies. Raised in 1943 with seventeen-year-olds from the Hitler Youth movement, and following the twin disasters of Stalingrad and ‘Tunisgrad’, the Hitlerjugend Panzer Division emerged as the most effective German division fighting in the West. <br><br> Autorid: Tim Saunders <br>

'Smart characters, shocking twists' Lisa Gardner 'I couldn't turn the pages quick enough' Heidi Perks 'Terrific, high-octane, really pacy' Jo Spain 'A compelling read with great set pieces and, most of all, that charismatic cast of characters' Sun ______________ The Sunday Times bestseller A baby on the way and two killers on the loose. An eccentric professor walks into Detective Lindsay Boxer's homicide department to report a murder that hasn't yet happened. A convicted serial killer wakes from a two-year coma. He says he's ready to tell where the bodies are buried, but does he have a more sinister plan in mind? Lindsay doesn't have much time to stop a terrifying future from unfolding. But all the crimes in the world seem like nothing when she is suddenly faced with the possibility of the most devastating loss of her life. ______________ More praise for the Women's Murder Club 'Fast-moving, intricately plotted . . . Boxer steals the show as the tough cop with a good heart' Mirror 'I have never begun a Patterson book and been able to put it down' Larry King 'Patterson and Paetro at their best.... A series that shows no signs of fatigue or flagging' BookReporter.com <br><br> Autorid: James Patterson <br>

A fully illustrated, concise narrative history of the 12th SS Panzer Division "Hitlerjugend." A full account of the infamous 12th SS Panzer Division Hiterjugend, from their formation through to the end of the war.Created in 1943 from members of the Hitler Youth born in 1926, the division was attached to I SS Panzer Corps in March 1944 and transferred to Normandy. Based around Caen, it was intended to repel a possible and expected invasion from the sea. When the invasion came in June, it was one of the two closest panzer divisions to the landing beaches. The defensive battles that took place in Normandy, particularly the four battles around the city of Caen, saw the young soldiers of the Hitlerjugend demonstrate determined resistance, conceding only due to being greatly outnumbered.After the battles fought in Normandy, the division was withdrawn first to the Franco-Belgian border, where it was engaged in hard defensive fighting and then to Germany for reorganization. Other difficult and demanding battles followed during the offensive in the Ardennes, on the Bastogne front, in Hungary and finally the last battles fought in Austria, on the sacred ground of the Reich, where the soldiers of the Hitlerjugend, despite the desperate situation and the superiority of the enemy, managed to achieve local success and launch desperate counterattacks even into the last weeks of the war, in the name and in defense of their homeland. Packed with photographs, maps and profiles, this Casemate Illustrated follows the actions of the 12th SS Panzer Division throughout its existence. <br><br> Autorid: Massimiliano Afiero, Raphael Riccio <br>

Part two of the defining work on Hitler's elite fanatical boy soldiers continues with the survivors of the bloody fighting in France regrouping to make a final stand in the Ardennes and Hungary before Germany was overcome by the Allies. A detailed and gripping account of the most famous, and infamous, division to fight in World War II for any side. <br><br> Autorid: Hubert Meyer <br>

Presents thirteen architects from various periods and styles--from Filippo Brunelleschi and Andrea Palladio to Le Corbusier, Frank Gehry, and Zaha Hadid--arranged chronologically with biographical details and comparisons to other architects. This lively and engaging volume in Prestel's successful "Children Should Know" series opens a door into the fascinating world of architecture. Buildings of every shape and size, and from all corners of the world, populate this colorful and beautifully produced book that introduces children to history's most iconic architectural feats and the people behind them. In lively illustrated spreads, young readers will learn how Christopher Wren reconstructed an 11th-century cathedral after London's great fire of 1666 to become the St Paul's Cathedral that we know today, and how its dome survived the Blitz. They will find out how Thomas Jefferson, in building his plantation, Monticello, created a new architecture for a new nation. They will be introduced to the genius of Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, and Zaha Hadid and can examine in detail the wonders of the Eiffel Tower, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, and Rome's most beautiful museum. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each architect's entry includes a concise biography, illustrations of major works, and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Additional information about the buildings pictured, suggestions for further reading, and online resources will satisfy the most curious minds. This lively and engaging volume in Prestel's successful "Children Should Know" series opens a door into the fascinating world of architecture. Each architect's entry includes a concise biography, illustrations of major works, and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Additional information about the buildings pictured, suggestions for further reading, and online resources will satisfy the most curious minds. <br><br> Autorid: Florian Heine <br>

This fun and educational journey through art history shows young readers how the materials artists use in their work have evolved over the centuries, around the world. The earliest artists wielded bones, pieces of ivory, and wooden sticks to create works that tell us much about how ancient civilizations lived and thought. Today artists are using found objects to make elaborate pieces that are equally revealing. Aimed at young readers, this fascinating book focuses on 13 kinds of artistic materials to trace the development of artistic expression throughout history. Illustrated spreads explore how precious metals and gems were used by ancient Egyptian artisans and how Greek sculptors created beautiful vessels out of clay. It reveals the importance of cast metals to the Romans, and glass to the builders of Gothic cathedrals and Byzantine mosaics. The book also shows how the same materials were used by artists centuries apart: paper as parchment for illuminated manuscripts but also for artist books. Chapters explore the intriguing histories of paint and drawing, ranging from ground pigment to acrylic and from charcoal sticks to pen and ink. Along the way readers will become familiar with celebrated and lesser-known works of art and the people who created them. Informative and entertaining, this latest addition to the 13 Children Should Know series for children reveals how resourcefulness and ingenuity are the artist’s most precious tools. This fun and educational journey through art history shows young readers how the materials artists use in their work have evolved over the centuries, around the world. <br><br> Autorid: Narcisa Marchioro <br>

Introduces readers to major movements in art history, from Romanesque to pop art, and includes visual spreads, detailed descriptions, and a timeline that places key artworks in their historical contexts. Introduces young readers to major movements in art history from Romanesque to Pop art and includes double-page visual spreads, detailed descriptions and a timeline that places key artworks in their historical contexts. The latest volume in this successful series introduces young readers to major movements in art history--from Romanesque to Pop art. Children will find hours of fun reading that will equip them with essential knowledge--enhancing and deepening their understanding of art history and inspiring them in their own artistic endeavors. The latest volume in this successful series introduces young readers to major movements in art history--from Romanesque to Pop art. Filled with gorgeous color reproductions and packed with fascinating information, this beautiful book presents a chronological sampling of the world's important artistic styles. Double-page spreads provide a detailed description of each movement, representative illustrations, and a timeline that places the artwork in its historical context. All of these elements are presented in a playful, eye-catching manner that will appeal to a wide range of young readers. The book also features numerous ideas for projects that kids can undertake themselves and offers helpful suggestions for learning more about each style. Children will find hours of fun reading that will equip them with essential knowledge--enhancing and deepening their understanding of art history and inspiring them in their own artistic endeavors. <br><br> Autorid: Brad Finger <br>

This new book in the 13 Series introduces young readers to a variety of important art techniques, explained through some of the world's most recognizable masterpieces. What's the difference between watercolor and gouache, or between a collage and an assemblage? How are frescoes and mosaics made? Why do prints look so different from each other? These questions and others are explored through major works of art in dazzling color reproductions. Children will learn about drawing through cave paintings and Leonardo's sketches, understand how Holbein and Van Gogh used oil paints to vastly different effect, and discover what Matisse accomplished with colored paper and a pair of sharp scissors. Along the way they will be encouraged to make their own masterpieces using similar techniques. <br><br> Autorid: Angela Wenzel <br>

Offers profiles of thirteen artists, from Leonardo da Vinci to Andy Warhol, presents a few of their best-known works, and discusses their styles and techniques. This heavily illustrated book featuring the world's greatest painters is an excellent introduction for young readers to artists and their works.Whether it's Leonardo da Vinci's mysterious Mona Lisa, Vermeer's vibrant depictions of light, Van Gogh's mesmerizing brush strokes, or Matisse's playful cutouts, the art featured here is introduced in a format and style that will appeal to children. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each artist's entry includes a concise biography, beautiful reproductions of major works, and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Games, quizzes and other activities help readers learn about the significant contributions of each artist in a way that is both fun and inspiring. Additional information about museums, suggestions for further reading, and online resources will satisfy the most curious minds. <br><br> Autorid: Angela Wenzel <br>

The most recent addition to Prestel's acclaimed series, which introduces children to important works of art and architecture, offers a fascinating look at bridges that span the centuries as well as the globe. The bridges profiled in this engaging book for young readers have achieved legendary status. Filled with photographs, plans, drawings, and informative texts it explores the fascinating history, construction, design, and significance of 13 renowned structures in a manner that will appeal to children hungry forinformation. In double-page spreads that highlight importantas well as little-known facts, they will learn about the buildingof the Millau Viaduct, the tallest bridge in the world; how theGolden Gate bridge lives up to its evocative name; the hauntinghistory of Venice's 16th-century Bridge of Sighs, and theingenious construction methods devised by the builders of theBrooklyn Bridge. Vibrantly designed to encourage children tolinger and explore the subject further, this book will appeal tocurious minds, and inspire its young readers to dream and buildon their own. The most recent addition to Prestel's acclaimed series, which introduces children to important works of art and architecture, offers a fascinating look at bridges that span the centuries as well as the globe. <br><br> Autorid: Brad Finger <br>

Children's fascination with buildings is a natural outgrowth of their curiosity about anything strange or huge or complex. This unique book brings together thirteen architectural wonders that have intrigued children for years. Through activities such as games, quizzes, drawings and other activities, it teaches them the history behind each of the buildings, and presents fascinating facts about the design, historical use, and construction techniques. This book features pyramids built by men with pulleys, a tower that leans, an opera house shaped like a sailboat, a museum built like a spiral, and the most recent example, a bird's nestA" stadium where the 2008 summer Olympics were held. Each of these buildings and more are introduced to young readers through lively texts and illustrations that will serve to heighten their interest and knowledge about the world's most important architecture, and perhaps inspire them to dream and build on their own. <br><br> Autorid: Annette Roeder <br>

From the acclaimed author of To Live and Die in L.A...In the streets of Beverly Hills, secrets are the most valuable currency. Meredith Fox, a once-prominent Hollywood publicity agent, has clawed her way back from the brink of obscurity. Now, she’s poised for a comeback, leveraging the dark secrets of her celebrity clients to put herself back on top. But when a routine money drop goes wrong, Meredith finds herself caught in a deadly web of betrayal.Detective Michael Casey, navigating the waters of Beverly Hills' elite, is tasked with unraveling the mystery behind Meredith's death. With every clue leading to more questions, Casey must confront his own demons while piecing together a puzzle that threatens to expose the darkest secrets of the Los Angeles elite.13 Hillcrest Drive is a gripping thriller that peels back the layers of Hollywood’s glitz. In a city where image is everything, the truth can be the most dangerous revelation of all. 13 Hillcrest Drive is a gripping thriller that peels back the layers of Hollywood’s glitz. In a city where image is everything, the truth can be the most dangerous revelation of all.From the acclaimed author of To Live and Die in L.A... In the streets of Beverly Hills, secrets are the most valuable currency. Meredith Fox, a once-prominent Hollywood publicity agent, has clawed her way back from the brink of obscurity. Now, she’s poised for a comeback, leveraging the dark secrets of her celebrity clients to put herself back on top. But when a routine money drop goes wrong, Meredith finds herself caught in a deadly web of betrayal. Detective Michael Casey, navigating the waters of Beverly Hills' elite, is tasked with unraveling the mystery behind Meredith's death. With every clue leading to more questions, Casey must confront his own demons while piecing together a puzzle that threatens to expose the darkest secrets of the Los Angeles elite. <br><br> Autorid: Gerald Petievich <br>

13 HOURS is the true account of the events of 11 September 2012, when terrorists attacked a US State Compound and a nearby CIA station in Libya, one of the most dangerous corners of the globe. On that fateful day, a team of six American security operators stationed in Benghazi fought to repel mounting enemy forces and escalating firepower, to protect the Americans stationed there, including the US Ambassador to Libya Christopher Stevens. Going beyond the call of duty, the team ignored orders to stand down and instead choked back smoke, fought wave after wave of machine-gun fire and retook the Compound, averting tragedy on a much larger scale although four Americans would not make it out alive. Recounting the 13 hours of the now infamous attack, this personal account is both blistering and compelling, and sets the story straight about what really happened on the ground, in the streets and on the rooftops. <br><br> Autorid: Mitchell Zuckoff <br>

From bestselling YA authors comes thirteen dazzling contemporary romances inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift! If you could live inside one Taylor Swift song for a day, which would you pick? In this shimmering anthology, thirteen best-selling and acclaimed authors do just that, reimagining some of Taylors most iconic songs as love stories. Whether youre in an era of fairy lights and folktales or diss tracks and dance floors, heres a playlist that features all the hits: The soaring high note of first love. The minor key of heartbreak. And the steady rhythm of true friendship and self-discovery. As clever and unforgettable as the songs that inspired them, these stories are sure to play on repeat in your head and your heart. <br><br> Autorid: Elise Bryant, Lynn Painter, Jennifer Dugan, J. Elle, Jessica Goodman, Sloan Harlow, Crystal Maldonado, Krystal Marquis, Katherine McGee, Julie Murphy <br>

A totally gripping twisty psychological thriller from the amazing author of Behind Her Eyes, now a major Netflix series I was dead for 13 minutes. I don't remember how I ended up in the icy water but I do know this - it wasn't an accident and I wasn't suicidal. They say you should keep your friends close and your enemies closer, but when you're a teenage girl, it's hard to tell them apart. My friends love me, I'm sure of it. But that doesn't mean they didn't try to kill me. Does it? 13 MINUTES is a gripping psychological thriller about people, fears, manuiplation and the power of the truth. A stunning read, it questions our relationships - and what we really know about the people closest to us . . . Readers can't put down 13 Minutes: 'A brilliantly constructed YA crime novel - and psychological thriller - that has some incredibly fascinating characters . . . as addictive as chocolate' Goodreads reviewer, 'An excellent and thought provoking story of just how hard it is growing up in these modern times of texting, facebook, cell phones and the complexity of coming of age' Goodreads reviewer, 'What struck me most about 13 Minutes was the dark, gritty, toxic reality of female friendships displayed here . . . I enjoyed the way Pinborough chose to write this novel. It added a great deal of suspense, allowing for a more twisty novel and even some great unreliable narrator moments' Goodreads reviewer, 'I was left breathless and a little shaken after I finished this book, feeling like I had just stepped off the world's scariest roller coaster . . . 13 Minutes was something else. This is Sarah Pinborough at her best' Goodreads reviewer, 'This was just such an emotional and thrilling read, with more than just school drama. The characters were deep and felt real and I'd thoroughly recommend this book' Goodreads reviewer, 'This novel was so gripping and intriguing that I just couldn't stop reading!' Goodreads reviewer, <br><br> Autorid: Sarah Pinborough <br>

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES AND INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER**SOON TO BE A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES** “Eerie, beautiful, and devastating.” —Chicago Tribune “A stealthy hit with staying power. . . . thriller-like pacing.” —The New York Times “Thirteen Reasons Why will leave you with chills long after you have finished reading.” —Amber Gibson, NPR’s “All Things Considered” You can’t stop the future. You can’t rewind the past. The only way to learn the secret . . . is to press play.Clay Jensen returns home from school to find a strange package with his name on it lying on his porch. Inside he discovers several cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker—his classmate and crush—who committed suicide two weeks earlier. Hannah's voice tells him that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Clay is one of them. If he listens, he'll find out why. Clay spends the night crisscrossing his town with Hannah as his guide. He becomes a firsthand witness to Hannah's pain, and as he follows Hannah’s recorded words throughout his town, what he discovers changes his life forever. <br><br> Autorid: Jay Asher <br>

Cocreate a meaningful roadmap for the coming year through the ancient pagan winter solstice ritual in 13 Sacred Nights Oracle (a 52-card deck and guidebook). By tuning in to the magic of deep winter, this 13-day practice beginning on December 24 connects you with nature's wisdom to reset intentions and receive divine guidance for the year ahead.A richly illustrated 52-card deck and guidebook, 13 Sacred Nights Oracle is a powerful tool designed for those seeking a deeper, more intentional holiday tradition. Based on ancient pagan wisdom, this deck invites users to reclaim the true magic of the season and cocreate a roadmap for the year ahead with divine guidance from the world of Spirit. Beginning on December 24, each of the following 13 sacred nights corresponds to a month in the coming year—apart from the first night which encompasses the entire year to come—offering a unique opportunity in celebration of the winter solstice. Featuring 26 animal cards, 13 herb cards, and 13 crystal cards, this 13-day practice encourages you to align with the rhythms of nature, reflect inward, and set meaningful intentions to be carried into your future. Perfect for daily, weekly, or monthly use, 13 Sacred Nights Oracle is a consistent, transformative guide for spiritual growth and renewal. <br><br> Autorid: Lara J. Day <br>

A winged, headless goddess from the third century; a gigantic tube of toothpaste; a tribal mask; a Buddha of solid gold - these are some of the creations featured in this book of sculptures that children will be able to learn from whilst having fun. Children naturally respond to shape, size, texture and colour, and will hugely enjoy this close look at thirteen of the world's most fascinating sculptures, including works by Michelangelo, Rodin, Giacometti, and Bourgeois. Shaped from wood, stone, metal and plastic, these artworks tell us much about the culture in which they were created. Each page is filled with colourful photographs and accessible information about the work, the artist who created it and the world in which it was made. Various games and puzzles enhance this introduction to three-dimensional masterpieces, which is certain to whet its young readers' appetites for more. <br><br> Autorid: Angela Wenzel <br>

This newest addition to Prestel's acclaimedseries, which introduces children to importantworks of art and architecture, takes youngreaders around the world to investigate howtall buildings are constructed and what makesthem so appealing. There's something irresistible about a skyscraper. It can reshapean entire city skyline, and from the building's top floors, peoplecan see the world from a different perspective. Travellingfrom New York City to Dubai, from London to Shanghai, andfrom Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, this colorful book featuresdouble-page spreads for each of the skyscrapers it profiles. This newest addition to Prestel's acclaimedseries, which introduces children to importantworks of art and architecture, takes youngreaders around the world to investigate howtall buildings are constructed and what makesthem so appealing. There's something irresistible about a skyscraper. It can reshapean entire city skyline, and from the building's top floors, peoplecan see the world from a different perspective. Travellingfrom New York City to Dubai, from London to Shanghai, andfrom Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, this colorful book featuresdouble-page spreads for each of the skyscrapers it profiles.Each chapter includes photographs, information on thebuilding's architect and history, and interesting facts about itsconstruction and use. For instance, why is the Chrysler Buildingso admired, even though it doesn't stand nearly as tall as otherskyscrapers? How do you measure the height of a building andhow do you make sure it doesn't topple over in strong winds?How has skyscraper technology changed from the steel frameskeletons that supported the earliest towers to the advancedcomputer programs that are now needed to design buildingsmore than 100 stories high? How has city life changed sincethe first skyscrapers were built? Written in a style that will drawin young readers, this fascinating tour of the world's tallestbuildings will satisfy even the most curious minds. <br><br> Autorid: Brad Finger <br>

_"The stories and testimonies in this book are not only photographs. They are beautiful, brutal, present, and personal photographic adjectives, filled with content that is deeper and more relevant than most news photography can ever hope to be. But, perhaps most importantly, they are historical documents, visual evidence to be presented in a future where the fog of war has cleared. And just ice once again prevails."_ Swedish Photojournalist Paul Hansen wrote in the foreword for the book. In it, he emphasises the relevance of the images, the depth these testimonies bring to the reader, and how they initiate a deeper conversation about the impact of military violence on Ukraine. Ukrainian Warchive published its first book 13 Stories of War to mark the second year full-scale Russian invasion. The book features individual visual essays accompanied by text created by 13 Ukrainian photographers and artists, members of the Ukrainian warchive. Their photographic testimonies are beyond conventional narratives and together with text they give readers a nuanced and personal perspective that goes beyond typical media coverage. The essays delve into themes of resistance, loss and hope and provide a vivid account of the human experience in the midst of war. _"Despite the backdrop of ongoing military violence, these documentary photographers and artists have been courageously living, working, and sharing the realities of Ukraine with the world since the Russian Invasion. As the photo editor, curating these powerful photo stories represents the photographers resilience and resistance to me. Each essay varies in approach, style, and subject matter. We chose to pair each essay with personal texts to convey awareness and immediacy_." - says Emine Ziyatdinova, co-editor of the book and director of the Ukrainian Warchive. The book has been supported by the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna (Institut für die wissenschatten vom Menschen, I M) within the Documenting Ukraine program, the Hasselblad Foundation, and the Swedish Institute. <br><br> Autorid: Julia Kochetova, Alexander Glyadyelov, Yana Kononova, Evgeniv Maloletka, Lisa Bukreyeva, Roman Pashkovskiy, Alena Grom, Sergii Polezhaka, Dmytro Kozatskyi, Sasha Kurmaz <br>

The author of the international bestseller 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do turns her focus to parents, teaching them how to raise mentally strong and resilient children.Do today’s children lack the flexibility and mental strength they need to cope with life’s challenges in an increasingly complicated and scary world? With safe spaces and trigger warnings designed to "protect" kids, many adults worry that children don’t have the resilience to reach their greatest potential. Amy Morin, the author who identified the characteristics that mentally strong people share, now gives adults—parents, teachers, and other mentors—the tools they need to become mental strength trainers. While other books tell parents what to do, Amy teaches parents what "not to do," which she says is equally important in raising mentally strong youngsters.As a foster parent, psychotherapist, and expert in family and teen therapy, Amy has witnessed first-hand what works. When children have the skills they need to deal with challenges in their everyday lives, they can flourish socially, emotionally, behaviorally, and academically. With appropriate support, encouragement, and guidance from adults, kids grow stronger and become better. Drawing on her experiences and insight, 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don’t Do combines case studies, practical tips, specific strategies, and concrete and proven exercises to help children of all ages—from preschoolers to teenagers—build mental muscle and develop into healthy, strong adults. <br><br> Autorid: Amy Morin <br>

From Amy Morin, author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Dont Do, the article that went viral and garnered million views in two weeks, comes the ultimate how-to guide to overcome the obstacles getting in the way of a fabulous, more fulfilling and happier life. Morin knows that of which she speaks. At just 26, while working as a Psychologist and therapist, Morins husband died suddenly. Inwardly reeling, she realised what pitfalls she didnt want to succumb to: self-pity, a sense of entitlement and resentment. In the ten years since then, shes refined these principles and worked on them with countless patients. The results are impressive. In this book, we learn to identify the 13 common habits that hold us back in life, and how to avoid them. We go to the gym to build up our physical muscles, but we havent yet thought about mental strength: the real key to a more productive and meaningful life. This revolutionary book shows you how. <br><br> Autorid: Amy Morin <br>

The emergence of the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements have awakened society and encouraged women to find their voice and claim back their power. Contending with a host of difficult issues that demand psychological strength - in this crucial book, prominent psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin gives women the techniques to build mental muscle in 13 steps. Delving into critical issues like sexism, social media, social comparison, and social pressure, Amy offers thoughtful, intelligent advice, practical tips, and specific strategies; combining them with her personal experiences, stories from former patients, and both well-known and untold examples from women from across industries and pop culture. Throughout, she explores the areas women - and society at large - must focus on to become (and remain) mentally strong. Amy reveals that healthy, mentally tough women don't insist on perfection; they don't compare themselves to other people; they don't see vulnerability as a weakness; they don't let self-doubt stop them from reaching their goals. Insightful, grounded, and extremely timely, 13 THINGS MENTALLY STRONG WOMEN DON'T DO can help every woman flourish - and Amy will take readers on this journey with her, every step of the way. <br><br> Autorid: Amy Morin <br>

`This is the sort of science book one always hopes for-Reading it will make you feel clever' William Leith, Daily TelegraphScience starts to get interesting when things don't make sense. Even today there are experimental results that the most brilliant scientists can neither explain nor dismiss. In 13 Things that Don't Make Sense Michael Brooks meets thirteen modern-day anomalies that may become tomorrow's breakthroughs.Is ninety six per cent of the universe missing? If no study has ever been able to show that the placebe effect works, why has it become a pillar of medical science? Spanning fields from chemistry to cosmology, psychology to physics. Brooks thrillingly captures the excitement of the scientific unknown.`Elegantly written, meticulously researched and thought-provoking-sure to spur intense debate' New Scientist Is 96 percent of the universe missing? Was the 1977 signal from outer space a transmission from an alien civilization? This book presents thirteen modern-day anomalies that may become tomorrow's breakthroughs. Spanning fields from chemistry to cosmology, psychology to physics, it captures the excitement and controversy of the scientific unknown. <br><br> Autorid: Michael Brooks <br>

'A beautiful, necessary book' ROXANE GAY 'Luminous... Full of sharp insight and sly humour' KATHERINE HEINY Lizzie doesn't like the way she looks. Though she dates guys online, she's afraid to send pictures: no-one wants a fat girl. So Lizzie starts to lose weight. With punishing drive she counts almonds consumed and pounds dropped, navigating double-edged validation from her mother, her friends, her husband and her own reflection in the mirror. But no matter how much she loses, will she ever see herself as anything other than a fat girl? In this darkly funny, deeply resonant novel, Mona Awad delivers a tender and moving depiction of a young woman whose life is hijacked by her struggle to conform. <br><br> Autorid: Mona Awad <br>

A thrilling new collection from the bestselling author of The President is Missing. 13-MINUTE MURDER WITH SHAN SERAFIN: Michael Ryan can kill anybody in just minutes from the first approach to the clean escape. An anonymous client offers Ryan a rich payout to assassinate a target in Harvard Yard. Its exactly the last big job he needs to walk away from his life as a hit-man. But the hit goes horribly wrong, and now his beloved wife Maria is missing. Now the worlds fastest hit-man sets out for one last score: revenge. And every minute counts. DEAD MAN RUNNING WITH CHRISTOPHER FARNSWORTH: Dr Randall Beck is an eccentric psychiatrist with a terminal disease. This makes him fearless, which comes in handy when a patient is murdered before his eyes a patient with an unspeakable secret. KILL AND TELL WITH SCOTT SLAVEN: Famous film director Wayne Tennet stands accused by his stepdaughter of crossing the line. Falsely, he swears. Now his life and career hang in the balance. But why would she lie? <br><br> Autorid: James Patterson <br>