WINNER OF THE WOLFSON HISTORY PRIZE AND THE DUFF COOPER PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION'Endlessly fascinating and enjoyable' Neil MacGregor'A marvellous book' David Attenborough'Full of delights' Tom StoppardAn extraordinary exploration of the medieval world - the most beguiling history book of the yearThis is a book about why medieval manuscripts matter. Coming face to face with an important illuminated manuscript in the original is like meeting a very famous person. We may all pretend that a well-known celebrity is no different from anyone else, and yet there is an undeniable thrill in actually meeting and talking to a person of world stature.The idea for the book, which is entirely new, is to invite the reader into intimate conversations with twelve of the most famous manuscripts in existence and to explore with the author what they tell us about nearly a thousand years of medieval history - and sometimes about the modern world too. Christopher de Hamel introduces us to kings, queens, saints, scribes, artists, librarians, thieves, dealers, collectors and the international community of manuscript scholars, showing us how he and his fellows piece together evidence to reach unexpected conclusions. He traces the elaborate journeys which these exceptionally precious artefacts have made through time and space, shows us how they have been copied, who has owned them or lusted after them (and how we can tell), how they have been embroiled in politics and scholarly disputes, how they have been regarded as objects of supreme beauty and luxury and as symbols of national identity. The book touches on religion, art, literature, music, science and the history of taste.Part travel book, part detective story, part conversation with the reader, Meetings with Remarkable Manuscripts conveys the fascination and excitement of encountering some of the greatest works of art in our culture which, in the originals, are to most people completely inaccessible. At the end, we have a slightly different perspective on history and how we come by knowledge. It is a most unusual book.
The FireRed & LeafGreen arc starts off with Green about to meet her long-lost parents, but they are sucked into a vortex created by a mysterious Pokemon! Red and Blue want to help, but first they must improve their battle skills. Then, the Three Beasts of Team Rocket are up to their old tricks again! In the Emerald storyline, Gold and Crystal are back! Professor Oak sends the two friends to help rescue Red, Yellow, Blue and Green - who have all been turned to stone! But first, the pair must fight a fearsome creature that Archie, the former leader of Team Aqua, wished into existence using the powers of the Wish Pokemon Jirachi!
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 208, Publishers: Beyond Words Publishing, Author: Michelle Burke,Lilamani de Silva, ISBN-13: 9781582708584, Date of issue: 2022
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 224, Publishers: Thomas Nelson Publishers, Author: Dana K. White, ISBN-13: 9781400231430, Date of issue: 2022
Josh Malerman's debut novel BIRD BOX is a terrifying, Hitchcockesque psychological horror that is sure to stay with you long after reading. 'In its world of collapsing resources, endless terror and eye masks, Bird Box turns the old Hollywood cliche of facing down the demon inside out - then tears it into little pieces' Daily Mail Malorie raises the children the only way she can; indoors. The house is quiet. The doors are locked, the curtains are closed, mattresses are nailed over the windows. They are out there. She might let them in. The children sleep in the bedroom across the hall. Soon she will have to wake them. Soon she will have to blindfold them. Today they must leave the house. Today they will risk everything.
For all the West's failings - terrible food, cold weather, and questionable politicians with funny hair to name a few - it has its upsides. Konstantin would know. Growing up in the Soviet Union, he experienced first-hand the horrors of a socialist paradise gone wrong, having lived in extreme poverty with little access to even the most basic of necessities. It wasn't until he moved to the UK that Kisin found himself thriving in an open and tolerant society, receiving countless opportunities he would never have had otherwise. Funny, provocative and unswervingly perceptive, An Immigrant's Love letter to the West interrogates the developing sense of self-loathing the Western sphere has adopted and offers an alternative perspective. Exploring race politics, free speech, immigration and more, Kisin argues that wrongdoing and guilt need not pervade how we feel about the West - and Britain - today, and that despite all its ups and downs, it remains one of the best places to live in the world. After all, if an immigrant can't publicly profess their appreciation for this country, who can?
A Best Book of the Year in HARPER'S BAZAAR, BBC, THE NEW YORKER, GLAMOUR, GAL-DEM and HUFFPOST'Witty and thought-provoking' Stylist'Blistering' Glamour'Unusual, original and strikingly contemporary' Guardian'Absolutely brilliant' Ruth Ozeki'A gripping contemporary fable about embracing difference' The Times'A wholly 21st century take on bloodsucking' ObserverLydia is hungry. She's always wanted to try sashimi and ramen, onigiri and udon - the food her Japanese father liked to eat - but the only thing she can digest is blood. Yet Lydia can't bring herself to prey on humans, and sourcing fresh pigs' blood in London - where she is living away from her Malaysian-British mother for the first time and trying to build a career as an artist - is much more difficult than she'd anticipated.If Lydia is to find a way to exist in the world, she must reconcile the conflicts within her - between her demon and human sides, her mixed ethnic heritage and her relationship with food, and, in turn, humans. Before any of this, however, she must eat.'It's Kohda's exploration of Lydia's inner world, the pain and longing she feels as an outsider, that makes Woman, Eating such a delicious novel' New York Times Book Review'A profound meditation on alienation and appetite, and what it means to be a young woman who experiences life at an acute level of intensity and awareness' LISA HARDING'What Stoker did for the vampire at the end of the nineteenth century, Claire Kohda does for for it in our own era' TLS
Get a distinctly European take on corporate financeThe newly revised Sixth Edition of Corporate Finance: Theory and Practice delivers a uniquely European perspective on the foundations and latest trends in corporate finance, including the marked shifts brought about by sustainability, environmental, and social concerns.Containing updated statistics and graphs, the book covers the latest innovations in financial practice, like the rise of private equity investment, the continuous decline in listed companies, and the dramatic surge of sustainability-linked financing products. Readers get access to an accompanying website that offers regularly updated statistics, graphs, and charts, direct email access to the authors, quizzes, case studies, articles, and more.The book also includes:* A balanced blend of theory and practice from an author team with a presence in academia and business* Access to The Vernimmen.com Newsletter, which provides monthly updates on corporate finance to over 60,000 subscribersIdeal for students studying corporate finance as part of an MBA or a master's level programme in Finance, Corporate Finance: Theory and Practice is also required reading for practicing professionals in the UK and continental Europe seeking a distinctly European treatment of a critically important subject.
A comprehensive and reliable approach to the foundations of baking, ideal for students and early-career professionalsIn the newly revised Eighth Edition to Professional Baking, best-selling author, Wayne Gisslen, delivers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to baking practices, including the selection of ingredients and proper mixing and baking techniques. The book discusses makeup and assembly, as well as skilled and imaginative decoration and presentation, in a straightforward and learner-friendly style.Each recipe and formula still includes US and metric measurements. The metric measurements have been updated and revised based on the baker's percentages of each ingredient; the strong technique instruction of the formulas and recipes remain unchanged from previous editions. The clear narrative is accompanied by links to technique videos, glossaries and audio pronunciations, math tutorials, and quizzes to assist the student and professional baker in the development of both foundational and more advanced skills.THE NEW EDITION INCLUDES:* Updates to the art program, including new photos, tables, and illustrations throughout the book* Revised and updated formulas and recipes, including new material on emulsions, revisions to the text explaining mixing techniques, no-knead breads, and double hydration* New material and recipes on the construction of entremets and revised material on the Joconde Method and dough laminationThis latest edition of Professional Baking is an indispensable resource for both students of baking and professional chefs seeking a sound theoretical and practical foundation in baking practices.
Just Work: Get it Done, Fast and Fair is the searing and brilliant book on eliminating workplace injustice, from Kim Scott the New York Times bestselling author of Radical Candor.
A deluxe, special edition package containing art prints, ephemera, and the illustrated guide to the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game as told through the paintings, sketches, and illustrations behind its creation, growth, and continued popularity.From one of the most iconic game brands in the world, this official DUNGEONS & DRAGONS illustrated history provides an unprecedented look at the visual evolution of the brand, showing its continued influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy. Inside the book, you'll find more than seven hundred pieces of artwork-from each edition of the core role-playing books, supplements, and adventures; as well as Forgotten Realms and Dragonlance novels; decades of Dragon and Dungeon magazines; and classic advertisements and merchandise; plus never-before-seen sketches, large-format canvases, rare photographs, one-of-a-kind drafts, and more from the now-famous designers and artists associated with DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. The superstar author team gained unparalleled access to the archives of Wizards of the Coast and the personal collections of top collectors, as well as the designers and illustrators who created the distinctive characters, concepts, and visuals that have defined fantasy art and gameplay for generations. This is the most comprehensive collection of D&D imagery ever assembled, making this the ultimate collectible for the game's millions of fans around the world.Contained inside a clamshell featuring original illustrations by superstar D&D artist Hydro74, this special edition includes 10 high-quality prints of classic DUNGEONS & DRAGONS artwork, as well as a pamphlet-sized, unpublished original version of the game's most infamous adventure module and deathtrap Tomb of Horrors, written by DUNGEONS & DRAGONS co-creator Gary Gygax.
For the millions of people who have uncovered their creative selves through The Artist's Way: a workbook and companion to the international bestseller. In this elegantly redesigned and user-friendly volume you'll find: - More than 110 Artist's Way tasks - More than 50 Artist's Way check-ins - Insights into the creative process - New ideas for Morning Pages and Artist's Dates The Artist's Way Workbook is an indispensable book for anyone following the path to creativity laid out in The Artist's Way.
A universal narrative on the significance of distance with love; remember to hold on to what you believe in. Ideal for those "whose love knows no bounds," The Space Between Us is full of profound anecdotes and messages, illustrating the courage a
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 336, Publishers: Little, Brown Book Group, Author: Mary Webb, ISBN-13: 9780349015644, Date of issue: 2021
Nine perfect strangers, each hiding an imperfect life. A luxury retreat cut off from the outside world. Ten days that promise to change your life. But some promises - like some lives - are perfect lies . . .
Dark forces are on the rise in this sweeping sequel to The Black Witch by critically acclaimed author Laurie Forest. Elloren Gardner and her friends were only seeking to right a few wrongs...
At the age of twenty-three, Charlie Mason is endowed with good looks, good manners and a cheerful disposition. Following three years at Cambridge and one working in his father's business, he is looking forward to a jaunt in Paris with one of his oldest friends. Yet Paris is not what he expects - in just a few days his young eyes are opened to the tragedies and ugly dramas of its underworld.
It's time to reset, adjust and take the power back. Having spent over 20 years building her hugely successful beauty empire, Maria Hatzistefanis managed to achieve all her childhood dreams and goals. She has attended exclusive parties, walked on gla
Discover more than 50 queer-friendly places guided by the communities that live there. Packed with insights, itineraries, and inspiration, this panoramic compendium will introduce you to LGBTQ+ locals who share, in their own words, the things that make their destination sparkle - with lesser-known attractions and off-the-beaten-path destinations that are inclusive and welcoming to LGBTQ+ travellers. Inside The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide:50+ LGBTQ+ travel destinations around the world where the queer community can thrive outside of just Pride parades, including: The USA, South America, Europe, South Africa, Asia, Canada, and AustraliaInsider recommendations and travel tips from LGBTQ+ locals and tastemakers highlighting queer-owned businesses and queer-friendly experiencesIntimate interviews bring you into LGBTQ+ communities with honest, helpful insights for queer travellers planning to visit their hometownsHandy 'Know Before You Go' boxes for each destination share details on the local languages, currency, Pride celebrations, and information on when to go Stunning photography and beautifully illustrated maps featuring colour-coded points of interestAdditional LGBTQ+ travel hit list for travellers with specific interests that include adventure; art; family-friendly festivities; island escapes; trailblazing experiences Essential travel information for first-time and seasoned travellers covering rights, practical safety tips, advice for emergencies, and moreAuthor Alicia Valenski is a queer, neurodivergent travel writer paving the way for more inclusive, diverse, accessible travel information and inspiration to be available to the global LGBTQ+ community and beyondDiscover personal portraits of what it means to be a queer person around the world with The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide.Packed with unique and surprising travel experiences, this book makes the perfect self purchase treat or thoughtful gift for the queer traveller in your life.
Vor 10.000 Jahren zogen sich die Feenvölker nach einer Schlacht mit den Menschen unter die Erde zurück, nur eines ihrer Völker blieb in einer Zwischenwelt zurück: die Dämonen. Nun droht ein Dämon, den Menschen die Zuflucht der Elfen und Feen zu verraten, und nur einer kann helfen: ausgerechnet ein Mensch, ausgerechnet Artemis Fowl.
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 160, Publishers: VIZ Media LLC, Author: Kotaro Takata, ISBN-13: 9781974758272, Date of issue: 2026
Jacqueline Woodson's National Book Award and Newbery Honor winner, now available in paperback with 7 all-new poems. Jacqueline Woodson is the 2018-2019 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature A President Obama "O" Book Club pick
Explore 50 of the most unique libraries located in unknown spaces across the world in this beautiful book for travel-loving bibliophiles. From China's lonely library on a secluded beach to a roving military tank filled with 900 novels in Buenos Aires, this inspirational guide celebrates the great lengths humans will go to to assure access to books. Discover a library on four legs with the Camel Mobile Library Service in Kenya; book swap your latest read in a cool 1950s style fridge in New Zealand; or hike through the ethereal woodlands of Eas Mor in Scotland where a hidden library in a small log cabin awaits. Each entry in this exquisite collection of must-visit athenaeums describes the library's purpose and its impact on the local community. Nothing brings people together quite like a good book. Inside Hidden Libraries : 50 enchanting, obscure and astounding libraries from around the world - some stationary, some mobile, some floating in mid-air Fascinating insider knowledge and unique stories from each library's resident caretaker Captivating photos accompany every entry and the exact location of each hidden library will also be revealed Contents include: The Weapon of Mass Instruction Library, aka the War Tank (Argentina); The Black Sea Beach Library (Bulgaria); The Francis Trigge Chained Library (England); The Beer Crate Library (Germany); Hammock Library for the Deaf (Malawi); Horse-and-Donkey Library (Ethiopia); Stony Island Arts Bank (USA); The Library with No Rules - aka 'Reading Club 2000' (Philippines); Didier Muller's Libraire Urbaine (New Zealand) Foreword by Nancy Pearl Written by Diana Helmuth, author of The Witching Year: A Memoir of Earnest Fumbling Through Modern Witchcraft; How to Suffer Outside: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking; and winner of a 2022 National Outdoor Book Award. Diana is also the co-author of the "50 Places' travel series with Chris Santella: "50 Places to Practice Yoga Before You Die' and "50 Places to Travel with Your Dog Before You Die' From the rare to the romantic, this extraordinary guide to our planet's hidden libraries exemplifies the innovative ways people around the world have created spaces for books. This is the ultimate gift for literature lovers, adventurers, and dreamers alike, who want nothing more than to explore the earth in search of an unforgettable story - whether that's on foot or from the comfort of a cosy armchair.
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 400, Publishers: Thomas Nelson Publishers, Author: Sarah Young, ISBN-13: 9781400215584, Date of issue: 2021
