Originally published in 1970, "Grapefruit" remains one of the icons of a generation, with a mixture of poetic verse, drawings, mock questionnaires, and more. Line drawings.
A fresh explanation of the fundamental principles of the modern economy, illuminated by examples from the streets of London to the booming skyscrapers of Shanghai to the sleepy canals of Bruges.
Since the earliest moments of human history, dragons have occupied a place in our imaginations. Bringer of night in Ancient Egypt; mortal enemy of the elephant in South Asia; slain by a god in Sanskrit hymn. In the Book of Revelation, there is the Leviathan; in Loch Ness, a monster. Their crushing coils and their treasure hoards are found throughout literature and language: in the Old English of Beowulf, in the Elvish of Tolkien, in the far-flung travels of Marco Polo.The Penguin Book of Dragons is the definitive collection of all this and more: two thousand years of legend and lore about the menace and majesty of dragons.
I was the Fool-king of Soho and the number-one slag in the Groucho Club, the second drunkest member of the world's drunkest band. This was no disaster, though. It was a dream coming true.' For Alex James, music had always been a door to a more eventful life. But as bass player of Blur - one of the most successful British bands of all time - his journey was more exciting and extreme than he could ever have predicted. In Bit of a Blur he chronicles his journey from a slug-infested flat in Camberwell to a world of screaming fans and private jets - and his eventual search to find meaning and happiness (and, perhaps most importantly, the perfect cheese), in an increasingly surreal world.
The Story of a Childhood and The Story of a Return The intelligent and outspoken child of radical Marxists, and the great-grandaughter of Iran's last emperor, Satrapi bears witness to a childhood uniquely entwined with the history of her country. Persepolis paints an unforgettable portrait of daily life in Iran and of the bewildering contradictions between home life and public life. This is a beautiful and intimate story full of tragedy and humour - raw, honest and incredibly illuminating.
Winner of the Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Award, and Kirkus Prize for Young Readers' Literature Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Gene Luen Yang, New Kid is a timely, honest graphic novel abou
Take a journey through the makers and shapers of celluloid history. From horror to romance, noir to slapstick, adventure to tragedy, western to new wave, this selection gathers the greats of 20th century cinema into one indispensable guide to movie gold. The collection is arranged chronologically and in an extra-handy format. Film entries include a synopsis, cast/crew listings, technical information, actor/director bios, trivia, and lists of awards, as well as film stills, production photos, and the original poster for each film.
Koreanisch lernen für Anfänger - mit Sprachstift und den Stimmen von BTSThe package is designed for beginners and focuses on the Korean alphabet. Comprised of a textbook, a workbook, a poster of the Korean alphabet, vocabulary cards, masking tapes and stickers, the kit also comes with the MotiPen - a pen that reads out the pronunciation of each word in Korean, English, Japanese and Spanish when placed on text. You'll have each BTS member help you through the language-learning journey with words of encouragement hidden inside the books. Using a QR code, fans can also have the full setup in the voice of their favorite member. You can head to the official website to get your hands on the language-learning package.This book is based on the story of Bora, an avid BTS fan. She explores Hangeul and learns how to read, write and fluently pronounce Korean words in the book.This book set contains: * Book and Workbook * Purple Motipen (upgradeable for "Talk with BTS") * USB cable * 2 Hangeul posters * Hangeul Flash Cards * Masking Tape * Keyboard stickers
Simply follow the guidelines and simple missions in this book and you will find yourself writing in Korean much better and much more confidently! Great for all levels!Here's why you are going to love this book!You can learn commonly used day-to-day Korean expressions.You can turn everyday moments into learning opportunities.Your social media feed will become more interesting!Daily writing practices will give you a confidence boost in your Korean skills.What was your day like today? What is on your mind right now? What are you celebrating? These are not only good questions to answer on social media, but also great topics to write about for improving your Korean! Improve your Korean writing skills by sticking to a regular schedule with the 30-day challenge in this book.Made Specifically for Effective Daily Writing PracticesWriting practices are a crucial part of learning to "speak" Korean well. You can slow down and construct sentences at your own pace before you use them. It is not always easy, however, to decide what to write about. The TTMIK team designed this book so that even learners with no writing experience can start making realistic and natural sentences in Korean!Share Your Day on Social Media in Korean!Just follow the friendly guidelines in this book and fill in the blanks with words about your own daily life. You will find yourself writing very natural and interesting captions for your social media posts in Korean! Every time you take a photo with your phone, you can easily find a phrase or sentence structure you can use to make a really cool Korean caption.You can listen to the audio tracks for this book at talktomeinkorean.com/audio.
The latest edition of the leading automotive engineering referenceIn the newly revised Eleventh Edition of the Bosch Automotive Handbook, a team of accomplished automotive experts delivers a comprehensive and authoritative resource for automotive engineers, designers, technicians, and students alike.Since 1936, the Bosch Automotive Handbook has been providing readers with of-the-moment coverage of the latest mechanical and research developments in automotive technology, from detailed technical analysis to the newest types of vehicles.This newest edition is packed with over 2,000 pages of up-to-date automotive info, making it the go-to reference for both engineers and technicians. It includes detailed and simple explanations of automotive technologies and offers over 1,000 diagrams, illustrations, sectional drawings, and tables.Readers will also find:* 200 pages of new content, including the electrification of the powertrain* Additional coverage on new driver assistance systems and the automated detection of vehicles' surroundings* Updates on the on-board power supply for commercial vehicles* New discussions of autonomous vehicles, as well as additional contributions from experts at automotive manufacturers, universities, and Bosch GmbHPerfect for design engineers, mechanics and technicians, and other automotive professionals, the latest edition of the Bosch Automotive Handbook will also earn a place on the bookshelves of car enthusiasts seeking a quick and up-to-date guide to all things automotive.
It is a troublesome fact on which even Mma Ramotswe and her assistant Mma Makutsi agree: there are things that men know and ladies do not, and vice versa. It is unfortunate, for example, when Mma Ramotswe's newest client is the big-shot owner of the ailing Kalahari Swoopers, that one thing lady detectives know very little about is football. And when the glamorous Violet Sephotho sets her sights on Mma Makutsi's unsuspecting fiance, it becomes exasperatingly clear that some men do not know how to recognise a ruthless Jezebel even when she is bouncing up and down on the best bed in the Double Comfort Furniture Shop. In her attempt to foster understanding between the sexes and find the traitor on Mr Football's team, Mma Ramotswe ventures into new territory, drinks tea in unfamiliar kitchens and learns to trust in the observational powers of small boys. And, as wise and warm-hearted as his heroine, Alexander McCall Smith reminds us that we must dig deep to uncover the goodness of the human heart.
Heart-stopping fantasy from the Costa-shortlisted and critically acclaimed author of the bestselling The Midnight Guardians. Step into a world of faerie tricks and hidden danger... When an evil faerie steals Yanni's baby sister and swaps her for a Changeling, Yanni is swept into a dangerous race against time to get her back.For faeries delight in tricks and rescuing her won't be easy. With the help of his cousin, Amy, and the reluctant Changeling, Yanni must travel to goblin palaces and battle-swept oceans, discovering ancient treasures and secrets along the way. Yanni will need every drop of courage and even a few tricks of his own, if he's to outwit the faerie and save his sister...Ross Montgomery brings the magical world of British folklore to life in this contemporary fantasy novel. Bursting with Ross's trademark charm, humour and heart, and with echoes of David Bowie's Labyrinth, The Chime Seekers is perfect reading for fans of Emma Carroll, Piers Torday and David Solomons. PRAISE FOR THE CHIME SEEKERS"A quest like no other: Ross Montgomery is on spectacular form in this brilliant, edge-of-your seat story." Emma Carroll"Very page-turny, with enough funny bits to stop it being too scary." Philip Reeve"All the hallmarks of an instant classic." Carlie Sorosiak"A fantastic adventure with shades of Jan Mark, Susanna Clarke and Neil Gaiman ...A brilliant example of the best children's fiction." Christopher Edge"FLAWLESS. Witty, emotional, beautifully written, pacey, punchy, and a story that just keeps delivering." Nicola Skinner"Rich in detail, humour and feeling. Ross Montgomery is a singular talent in writing brave and magical adventures." Katya Balen"Fantastic! A brilliant cast of characters ...a whirlwind adventure and a fae world brimming with darkness, wonder and faerie tricks." Aisling Fowler"[An] enchanting masterpiece ... Charming, hilarious and brimming with magic, it swept me up from the first page ... In fact, this tale has been told with such wizardry, I'm beginning to wonder if Ross might be a faerie, too." Catherine Doyle"A tricksy, whirlwind of an adventure from start to finish with twists and turns I didn't expect!" Aisha BusbyPRAISE FOR THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANSWaterstones Children's Book of the Month for Christmas 2020Hive Children's Book of the Month for November 2020A Toppsta Children's Book of the Month for November 2020"An enthralling, Narnia-flavoured novel with the folkloric feels of a Christmas classic." Children's Books of the Year, Guardian"Beautifully drawn fantasy characters ...a story of hope and love underpinned by witty humour." Daily Mail"A magical slice of historical fantasy fiction." i Newspaper"This lovely adventure story has the feel of a classic children's book." Book of the Week, The Week Junior"Beautiful writing and epic storytelling." WRD Magazine"A real triumph of the imagination." Editor's Choice, The Bookseller
Lyra Belacqua and her animal daemon live half-wild and carefree among scholars of Jordan College, Oxford. The destiny that awaits her will take her to the frozen lands of the Arctic, where witch-clans reign and ice-bears fight. Her extraordinary journey will have immeasurable consequences far beyond her own world...
The first authoritative collection of drawings by legendary modern architect Lina Bo BardiLina Bo Bardi (1914-92) was one of the most prolific and visionary architects of the twentieth century. Raised in Italy under Mussolini's Fascist reg
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 332, Publishers: Taylor & Francis Ltd, Author: Blain Brown, ISBN-13: 9781032370347, Date of issue: 2023
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 208, Publishers: Princeton University Press, Author: Neil Degrasse Tyson,Michael Strauss,J. Richard Gott,Robert J. Vanderbei, ISBN-13: 9780691194073, Date of issue: 2022
A new, improved and thoroughly updated edition of the bestselling photographic guide--the only one to cover every bird, in every plumage, ever recorded in Britain and IrelandA bestselling guide since it was first published, Britain's B
The cutting-edge science that is taking the measure of the universeThe Little Book of Cosmology provides a breathtaking look at our universe on the grandest scales imaginable. Written by one of the world's leading experimental cosmo
A handsome annotated edition of Einstein's celebrated book on relativityAfter completing the final version of his general theory of relativity in November 1915, Albert Einstein wrote Relativity. Intended for a popular audience, the
Why we need to stop wasting public funds on educationDespite being immensely popular--and immensely lucrative--education is grossly overrated. Now with a new afterword by Bryan Caplan, this explosive book argues that the primary function o
Financial market behavior and key trading strategies--illuminated by interviews with top hedge fund expertsEfficiently Inefficient describes the key trading strategies used by hedge funds and demystifies the secret world of active i
The Habsburg Empire's grand strategy for outmaneuvering and outlasting stronger rivals in a complicated geopolitical worldThe Empire of Habsburg Austria faced more enemies than any other European great power. Flanked on four sides by rival
