Knihy

Room of One s Own Woolf Virginia

In this extraordinary essay, Virginia Woolf examines the limitations of womanhood in the early twentieth century. With the startling prose and poetic licence of a novelist, she makes a bid for freedom, emphasizing that the lack of an independent income, and the titular `room of one's own', prevents most women from reaching their full literary potential. As relevant in its insight and indignation today as it was when first delivered in those hallowed lecture theatres, A Room of One's Own remains both a beautiful work of literature and an incisive analysis of women and their place in the world. This Macmillan Collector's Library edition of A Room of One's Own by Virginia Woolf features an afterword by the British art historian Frances Spalding. Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure.

Fairy Tail S Volume 1 Mashima Hiro

The world of Fairy Tail is too big to be contained by one manga From the pen of creator Hiro Mashima, this two-volume series contains the lost tales of Fairy Tail, where wizards Natsu, Lucy, and Erza get into crazy situations, and your favorite supporting characters get a chance to shine.WORK HARD, PLAY HARDFor the members of Fairy Tail, a guild member's work is never done. While they may not always be away on missions, that doesn't mean our magic-wielding heroes can rest easy at home. What happens when a copycat thief begins to soil the good name of Fairy Tail, or when a seemingly unstoppable virus threatens the citizens of Magnolia Town? And when a bet after the Grand Magic Games goes sour, can Natsu, Lucy, Gray, Erza turn the tables in their favor? Come see what a "day in the life" of the strongest guild in Fiore is like in nine wacky short storiesAn

Jan Krčmář: Paměti – díl II. a III.

Čtenářům se vydáním Pamětí Jana Krčmáře dostává do rukou informačně bohatý, jazykově a stylisticky kultivovaný a čtenářsky po všech stránkách atraktivní pramen, který v případě I. dílu výraznou měrou prohlubuje naše poznání o vyspělosti české národní společnosti i celkově pozoruhodné atmosféře a lesku zacházejícího rakousko-uherského mocnářství na přelomu předminulého a minulého věku. Je tak plnohodnotnou paralelou k podobně orientovaným barvitým skicám tohoto období, jak je známe např. od Stefana Zweiga. Zcela mimořádné pozornosti se v těchto pamětech těší zejména česká univerzita a její právnická fakulta, jejíž předválečná úroveň byla v řadě odvětví plně srovnatelná nejen s její pražskou německou sestrou, ale výrazněji nezaostává ani za právnickou fakultou vídeňské univerzity a předními právnickými učilišti císařského Německa. Krčmářovy vzpomínky se tak jistě stanou potřebným doplňkem a korektivem obdobným dílům.

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Steiner, Rudolf

Curious George the Perfect Carrot

With the help of the man with the yellow hat, Curious George plants and grows carrots in a little garden plot of his own. When his carrots are finally ready to be pulled from the ground, George decides that his prize carrot is too perfect to eat. But when George stumbles upon his friend Bill's pet bunnies lost and hungry, he doesn't hesitate to share his carrot to help save the day.George's food-growing adventure has an environmentally friendly theme and includes fun facts about locally grown foods and a delicious recipe for carrot

Ptáci - hledání svobody v oblacích - Peter Fraser

Léky z ptačí říše jsou jednou z nejnovějších kapitol ve vývoji homeopatie. Většina z nich prošla v nedávné době zkouškami a není ještě v repertoriích ani v materiích medikách. A tak je velkým přínosem anglického autora a homeopata Petera Frasera, že poznatky na tomto poli shrnul do knížky, umožňující studium jednotlivých léků. Úvodem autor popisuje některé obecné vlastnosti ptačích léků. Obraz každého z třiceti devíti léků pak uvádí povahu a chování ptáka, jeho vztah k lidem a lidí k němu, hlavní témata v myšlení a chování pacienta a základní prvky mentální a fyzické patologie. Ptačí léky jsou děleny podle čeledí. Kniha je zajímavá nejen po odborné homeopatické stránce, ale i z hlediska čtenáře, který se doví překvapující fakta o přírodě kolem nás. Každý lék provází ilustrace.

Sumi-E Sato Shozo Pevná vazba

In this Japanese ink painting book renowned Japanese master Shozo Sato offers his own personal teaching on the beautiful art of sumi-e painting.Sumi-e: The Art of Japanese Ink Painting provides step-by-step, photo-by-photo instructions to guide learners in the correct form, motions and techniques of Japanese sumi-e painting.Featuring gorgeous images and practical advice, it includes guided instructions for 35 different paintings. From waterfalls to bamboo, learners paint their way to understanding sumi-e--a style of painting that is characteristically Asian and has been practiced for well over 1,000 years. Although it's sometimes confused with calligraphy, as the tools used are the same, sumi-e instead tries to capture the essence of an object or scene in the fewest possible strokes.This all-in-one resource also provides a timeline of brush painting history,

Art, Commerce and Colonialism 1600-1800 Paperback

Art, Commerce and Colonialism 1600-1800 examines European art, architecture and design of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries in the light of the continent's growing engagement with the rest of the world. In a series of case studies spanning the globe from Asia to the Americas, it shows how the expansion of intercontinental trade and the proliferation of colonial ventures gave rise to new and diverse forms of visual and material culture. Among the examples discussed are ornate altarpieces in the cathedrals of colonial Latin America, Dutch still-life paintings of exotic luxury imports, English interior decoration in the Chinoiserie style and the architecture of plantation houses in North America and the Caribbean. Drawing on a wide range of recent scholarship, the book proposes a new history of European art 1600-1800, which should appeal to undergraduate students as well as

Things That Keep Us Busy Janlert Lars-Erik Umea University Pevná vazba

An investigation of interactivity, interfaces and their design, and the webs of complex interactions that result.We are surrounded by interactive devices, artifacts, and systems. The general assumption is that interactivity is good--that it is a positive feature associated with being modern, efficient, fast, flexible, and in control. Yet there is no very precise idea of what interaction is and what interactivity means. In this book, Lars-Erik Janlert and Erik Stolterman investigate the elements of interaction and how they can be defined and measured. They focus on interaction with digital artifacts and systems but draw inspiration from the broader, everyday sense of the word.Viewing the topic from a design perspective, Janlert and Stolterman take as their starting point the interface, which is designed to implement the interaction. They explore how the interface

Analytic Tradition in Philosophy, Volume 2 Soames Scott Pevná vazba

Volume 2 provides an intensive account of the new vision in analytical philosophy initiated by Ludwig Wittgenstein's Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus, its assimilation by the Vienna Circle of Moritz Schlick and Rudolf Carnap, and the subsequent flowering of logical empiricism. With this "linguistic turn," philosophical analysis became philosophy itself, and the discipline's stated aim was transformed from advancing philosophical theories to formalizing, systematizing, and unifying science. In addition to exploring the successes and failures of philosophers who pursued this vision, the book describes how the philosophically minded logicians Kurt Gödel, Alfred Tarski, Alonzo Church, and Alan Turing discovered the scope and limits of logic and developed the mathematical theory of computation that ushered in the digital era. The book's account of this pivotal period closes with a searching examination of the struggle to preserve ethical normativity in a scientific age.

Ferlinghetti's Greatest Poems Ferlinghetti Lawrence Pevná vazba

At last, just in time for his 99th birthday, a powerful overview of one of America's most beloved poets: New Directions is proud to present a swift, terrific chronological selection of Ferlinghetti's poems, spanning more than six decades of work and presen

ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT REMARQUE ERICH M. Paperback

Narrated by Paul B umer, a young man fighting on the French front, Erich Maria Remarque's "All Quiet on the Western Front" describes the extreme circumstances of the German soldiers of the First World War.Paul and his friends volunteered to join the army after being swept up by the patriotic speeches of their teacher. But after undergoing several weeks of harsh training and experiencing the unimaginable horrors of life on the front, they have realized that the truth of warfare is not honorable, but terrible.Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful tale in colorful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes a biography of Erich Maria Remarque, theme discussions and study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to further engage the reader in the story.The Classics Illustrated comic book

Czech Bluegrass Bidgood Lee Paperback

Bluegrass has found an unlikely home, and avid following, in the Czech Republic. The music's emergence in Central Europe places it within an increasingly global network of communities built around bluegrass activities.Lee Bidgood offers a fascinating study of the Czech bluegrass phenomenon that merges intimate immersion in the music with on-the-ground fieldwork informed by his life as a working musician. Drawing on his own close personal and professional interactions, Bidgood charts how Czech bluegrass put down roots and looks at its performance as a uniquely Czech musical practice. He also reflects on "Americanist" musical projects and the ways Czech musicians use them to construct personal and social identities. Bidgood sees these acts of construction as a response to the Czech Republic's postsocialist environment but also to US cultural prominence within our global

Bullenpeitsche - Buchholz, Simone

A Grammar of English Heraldry

This little volume was first published in the series of Cambridge Manuals of Science and Literature in 1913. This 1953 reissue was lightly revised and put in a new format by Anthony Wagner, Richmond Herald. One new block and a glossary of terms were added, and the last chapter of suggested further reading was rewritten. The scantness of the revision required is testament to its quality as an introduction to a subject others had made obscure. It begins with the definition and origin of heraldry, then explains the terms and devices - the grammar of heraldry - and shows how individuals and families marshalled and differenced their arms. There are two chapters on lozenges, roundels and banners of arms, and crests, badges, punning arms and supporters. There follows a chronological account of the growth and decay of heraldry in England. In a concluding chapter the whole question of nomenclature is treated with good sense.

Honest Signals

How understanding the signaling within social networks can change the way we make decisions, work with others, and manage organizations.How can you know when someone is bluffing? Paying attention? Genuinely interested? The answer, writes Alex Pentland in Honest Signals, is that subtle patterns in how we interact with other people reveal our attitudes toward them. These unconscious social signals are not just a back channel or a complement to our conscious language; they form a separate communication network. Biologically based "honest signaling," evolved from ancient primate signaling mechanisms, offers an unmatched window into our intentions, goals, and values. If we understand this ancient channel of communication, Pentland claims, we can accurately predict the outcomes of situations ranging from job interviews to first dates.Pentland, an MIT professor,

Living French

This 7th edition includes an up-to-date culture and vocabulary guide, allowing you to broaden your knowledge of contemporary language and customs.Do you want to learn French or brush up what you know already? Are you looking for a course with a traditional approach to language learning, based on solid grammatical foundations, translation skills and practical vocabulary? If so, this is the course for you.The material covers a variety of everyday topics in a simple, concise manner. There are plenty of examples and explanations to illustrate how the language works and to build confidence. Each unit, designed to build systematically on what you have already learned, contains:clear grammar explanationsvocabulary listsreading material consisting of a story, dialogue or letterquestions for speaking practiceexercises32pp test-yourself section

ZEN Training

Zen Training is a comprehensive handbook for zazen, seated meditation practice, and an authoritative presentation of the Zen path. The book marked a turning point in Zen literature in its critical reevaluation of the enlightenment experience, which the author believes has often been emphasized at the expense of other important aspects of Zen training. In addition, Zen Training goes beyond the first flashes of enlightenment to explore how one lives as well as trains in Zen. The author also draws many significant parallels between Zen and Western philosophy and psychology, comparing traditional Zen concepts with the theories of being and cognition of such thinkers as Heidegger and

Die dritte Stimme

Marseille: In einem Naherholungsgebiet wird die Leiche einer blinden jungen Frau gefunden. Sie wurde brutal ermordet. Man weiß nicht viel über sie - nur dass sie in einem Zirkus ganz in der Nähe gearbeitet hat. Zur selben Zeit in Stockholm: In seinem Haus in Rotebro erhängt sich der Zollbeamte Bengt Sahlmann. Schnell findet die Polizei heraus, dass es sich nicht um einen Selbstmord gehandelt hat - obwohl alles darauf hindeutete. Zwei Fälle, die auf den ersten Blick nichts miteinander zu tun haben. Zwei Morde, an deren Aufklärung Polizeianwärterin Olivia Rönning und der ehemalige Kriminalkommissar Tom Stilton ein jeweils ganz privates Interesse haben ...§§

Captain Underpants and the Tyrannical Retaliation of the Tur

Just when you thought it was safe to flush! When the Incredible Robo-Plunger defeated the evil Turbo Toilet 2000, George and Harold thought their toilet troubles were over. Unfortunately, The Turbo Toilet 2000 is back! The carnivorous commode known for devouring everything in its path has built up a real appetite ... for REVENGE!

Computers and Exploratory Learning

Computers are playing a fundamental role in enhancing exploratory learning techniques in education. This volume in the NATO Special Programme on Advanced Educational Technology covers the state of the art in the design and use of computer systems for exploratory learning. Contributed chapters treat principles, theory, practice, and examples of some of the best contemporary computer-based learning environments: Logo, Boxer, Microworlds, Cabri-Géom

Christmas Wedding Patterson James

Celebration for Christmas is Gaby Summerhill's wedding. They haven't celebrated Christmas since their father's death, but when Gaby announces that she's getting married and that the groom will remain a secret until the wedding day. But the wedding isn't the only surprise - there is one more unexpected gift, and it could change all their

My Documents Zambra Alejandro

My Documents is the latest work from Alejandro Zambra, the award-winning Chilean writer whose first novel was heralded as the dawn of a new era in Chilean literature. My Documents is unflinchingly human and essential evidence of a sublimely talented writer working at the height of his

Ultimate Book of Card Games McNeely Scott

Classic and comprehensive, this guide to over 350 games is sure to appeal to all ages. From Bridge to Poker and Solitaireto Hearts, card games are a beloved source of entertainment and competition (and they are recession proof ). Thisauthoritative book is ideal for every household, college dorm, family cabin, or neighborhood bar that has a pack of cards. Designed in the style of the popular Ultimate Bar Book, this essential resource provides the rules to dozensof variations of your favorite games, and a few you've probably never heard of (Bezique, anyone?). With simple instructions and clear illustrations to guide the way, this volume will be a welcome addition to any gamer's

Therapeutic Treasure Box for Working with Children and Adolescents with Developmental Trauma Treisman Karen

Like a treasure chest, this resource overflows with valuable resources - information, ideas and techniques to inspire and support those working with children who have experienced relational and developmental trauma.Drawing on a range of therapeutic models including systemic, psychodynamic, trauma, sensory, neurobiological, neurocognitive, attachment, cognitive behavioural, and creative ideas, Dr Karen Treisman explains how we understand trauma and its impact on children, teens and their families. She details how it can be seen in symptoms such as nightmares, sleeping difficulties, emotional dysregulation, rage, and outbursts.Theory and strategies are accompanied by a treasure trove of practical, creative, and ready-to-use resources including over 100 illustrated worksheets and handouts, top tips, recommended sample questions, and photographed

Astronomer and the Witch Rublack Ulinka Professor of Early Modern European History University of Cambridge

Johannes Kepler (1571-1630) was one of the most admired astronomers who ever lived and a key figure in the scientific revolution. A defender of Copernicus' s sun-centered universe, he famously discovered that planets move in ellipses, and defined the three laws of planetary motion. Perhaps less well known is that in 1615, when Kepler was at the height of his career, his widowed mother Katharina was accused of witchcraft. The proceedings led to a criminal trial that lasted six years, with Kepler conducting his mother's defense.In The Astronomer and the Witch, Ulinka Rublack pieces together the tale of this extraordinary episode in Kepler's life, one which takes us to the heart of his changing world. First and foremost an intense family drama, the story brings to life the world of a small Lutheran community in the centre of Europe at a time of deep religious and political

Treatment Taylor C. L.

Cecelia Ahern's Flawed meets Never Let Me Go in the pulse-pounding YA thriller from the Top Ten Sunday Times bestselling author of The Escape.

1968 Williams Brian

1968 was the year when humans first glimpsed the far side of the Moon, but also the year the world was shocked by assassination, by the crushing of hope for reform and by wars that showed no sign of ever ending. To the old there seemed too much change, too quickly, with youth in revolt, though against what no one was entirely sure ... 'Hey Jude', sang the Beatles, with a refrain that lingered long into the summer night, 'Don't make it bad, take a sad song and make it

Classic Greek Masterpieces of Sculpture Zaphiropoulou Photini

Greek sculpture was among the first art to communicate human emotions and to offer a more realistic portrait of the individual. By working in new mate