Tato ilustrovaná historie vědy je skvělým úvodem do světa vědy. Najdete zde hlavní zprávy z pěti set let vývoje vědy vypravované ve dvaceti sedmi kapitolách, kde figurují přední vědci a jejich neuvěřitelné průlomové objevy, které změnily naše chápání světa.
Chcete se pokud možno co nejrychleji dozvědět ty nejděsivější okamžiky z dějin? Vyhrožuje vám ve škole dějepisářka děsivou písemkou z dějepisu? Neděste se, připravili jsme pro vás přehlídku těch nejlepších (i nejhorších) momentů z dějin lidstva, takže vás čeká ztřeštěně rychlé a zábavné čtení.
Víte, co je to mít špatný den? Určitě jste jich už pár zažili, ale napadlo vás někdy, kolik špatných dnů musel zažít takový starověký Řím? Byly jich tisíce, možná desetitisíce. Jenže vy nemáte čas číst o všem, co se v dějinách Říma stalo... zvlášť když máte na práci mnohem důležitější věci. Postačí vám znát jen deset nejhorších dnů, zkrátka udělat si takový malý výlet po děsivých dějinách Říma. Máte štěstí, milí čtenáři, protože právě to vás čeká v našem dalším komiksovém rychlokurzu.
An exciting addition to the Horrible Histories series, these titles will tackle all the hot historical topics in a new full-colour format with durable cover. In the second title of the series Tery Deary reveals the horrible history of knights - all the gore and more! Readers should forget the fairy tales from days of old when knights were supposed to be bold and damsels were always in distress, and brace themselves for the terrible truth about the cold-blooded killers. From Arthur and his mythical knights to warrior kings and cruel crusades there are foul facts on a whole host of knasty knights plus dire details of the weapons they used and the rotten rules of knight fights.
"If you're curious about The Walt Disney Company, this comprehensive encyclopedia is your one-stop guide! Filled with significant achievements, short biographies, historic dates, comprehensive lists, and tons of trivia, this newly updated collection covers all things Disney--from A to Z-through about 8,000 entries and more than 800 images. Dave Smith, chief archivist emeritus of the Walt Disney Archives and the ultimate authority on all matters Disney, adds and enhances thousands of entries based on 10 years of historical perspective since the encyclopedia's last release. The additions incorporate nearly 200 new feature films and about 150 new TV programs from ABC, Disney, ESPN, Freeform, Lucasfilm Ltd., Marvel, and Pixar Animation Studios. Entries even cover the many expansions at the Disney Parks worldwide, including the grand opening of the Shanghai Disney Resort in 2016"--Jacket
Blacklisted tells the controversial story of the illegal strategies that transnational construction companies resorted to in their attempt to deny union activists work.
The Blue Meanie is a Tarmac-terrorising Boy Racer who learns that it takes a lot more than attitude to be the King when he finds himself competing at the drag strip. Can he take on the fastest racers at the track, or will he cheat his way to the top? A bedtime story for petrolhead kids, beautifully illustrated by Colin Hardy.
Published to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Rangers' 1972 European Cup Winners' Cup final victory over Dynamo Moscow, 90 Minutes in Barcelona is a series of recollections built around those heady days in Spain as Rangers won the European Cup Winners' Cup.
Exploring the elegiac tradition of Southern literature, this collection showcases Dave Smith's poetry from 1970 to 2000, highlighting influences from Anglo-Saxon verse. His gritty style presents human dilemmas within a familiar yet unsettling world, emphasizing themes of grace, courage, and passion. The poems reflect both personal and universal quests, intertwining nature's relentless force with the complexities of individual character, ultimately offering a profound meditation on life's challenges.
The book offers a comprehensive exploration of American poetry through the lens of an experienced contemporary poet and critic. With over forty years of involvement in the poetry scene, the author provides unique insights into the evolution of poetry in America, blending personal experience with critical analysis. This firsthand perspective enriches the narrative, making it a valuable resource for understanding the current landscape of poetry.