Chris Smith Knihy

Dvojica britských autorov napísala prekvapivo optimistickú knihu o našej civilizácii, ktorú si cenia natoľko, že veria, že stojí za to ju zachrániť. V roku 1900 bola väčšina obyvateľov Západu na svoju civilizáciu hrdá a verila jej hodnotám. Dnes sa tento pocit vytratil, najmä kvôli šiestim ideám, na ktorých sebavedomie Západu spočíva, a ktoré čelili storočiu útokov. Západná civilizácia pretrváva dlhšie než akákoľvek iná a dosiahla úspechy v ekonomike, vojne, politike, vede, technológii a umení. Zlepšuje sa zdravotný stav obyvateľov, rastie ich bohatstvo, dĺžka života a pocit šťastia, pričom tieto úspechy sú pripisované šiestim základným ideám: kresťanstvu, optimizmu, vede, ekonomickému rastu, liberalizmu a individualizmu. Tieto idey však už nezjednocujú Západ a nedávajú jednotlivcom sebaistotu potrebnú na spoločný postup. Namiesto toho sa zdá, že sa spoločnosť uberá k kolektívnej samovražde, čo je hlboko zakorenené od roku 1914 a prejavuje sa v upadajúcej dôvere voči ideám, ktoré kedysi inšpirovali Západ. Našťastie, nový pohľad na šesť faktorov ukazuje ich húževnatosť voči útokom. Mnohé dnešné nepriateľstvo voči týmto ideám je založené na zastaraných pohľadoch. Dômyselnejšia syntéza týchto ideí by mohla ponúknuť Západu cestu k zbaveniu sa úzkostí a zvýšeniu integrity. Kniha sa snaží nájsť odpoveď na túto otázku.

The first book in a laugh-out-loud funny adventure series for 8+ readers from popular radio personalities Greg James and Chris Smith.When Murph Cooper rocks up to his new school several weeks into the beginning of term, he can't help but feel a bit out of his depth.And it's not because he's worried about where to sit, and making friends, and fitting in, or not knowing where the loos are. It's because his mum has enrolled him at a school for superheroes by mistake. And unlike his fellow students, who can all control the weather or fly or conjure tiny horses from thin air, Murph has no special abilities whatsoever.But just because you don't have superpowers, it doesn't mean you can't save the day. Let's hope Murph realises that, and quick - because not far away is a great big bad guy who is half man and half wasp, and his mind is abuzz with evil plans .It's time for Kid Normal to become a hero! Perfect for fans of David Solomons, David Baddiel and Danny Wallace.

Losing weight can be remarkably easy when done correctly, and The Power of Protein gives a simple explanation of why a low carb/high protein diet is what the body needs to burn fat. Inside you will find the recipes required to create healthy, low carb meals that you can easily tailor to your needs. In simple terms, the modern diet consists of more carbohydrates than the body can break down. The average human can only store carbs for 48 hours before the liver turns the unused carbs into fat. By lowering your carbohydrate intake and substituting it with protein, your body will use your fat stores as an energy source so you will always be losing weight, and losing the correct weight!

Mel Lewis (1929-1990) first picked up his father's drumsticks at the age of two. At 17 he was a full-time professional musician. The View from the Back of the Band is the first biography of this legendary jazz drummer. For over 50 years, Lewis provided the blueprint for how a drummer could subtly support any musical situation.

Celebrated for its culinary excellence, this book showcases innovative recipes and techniques that have garnered acclaim in the culinary world. With a focus on seasonal ingredients and global flavors, it invites readers to explore diverse cooking styles. The author shares personal anecdotes and insights, making the recipes accessible and relatable. This award-winning work not only inspires home cooks but also elevates everyday meals into extraordinary experiences, emphasizing the joy and creativity of cooking.

Offering quick-fire tips and tricks, this guide covers popular games like Angry Birds, Temple Run, Paper Toss, and Fruit Ninja. It's designed for gaming enthusiasts, providing insights into free or affordable apps across various platforms, ensuring a fun experience for every gamer.

In Syndicate Women, sociologist Chris M. Smith uncovers a unique historical puzzle: women composed a substantial part of Chicago organized crime in the early 1900s, but during Prohibition (1920–1933), when criminal opportunities increased and crime was most profitable, women were largely excluded. During the Prohibition era, the markets for organized crime became less territorial and less specialized, and criminal organizations were restructured to require relationships with crime bosses. These processes began with, and reproduced, gender inequality. The book places organized crime within a gender‐based theoretical framework while assessing patterns of relationships that have implications for non‐criminal and more general societal issues around gender. As a work of criminology that draws on both historical methods and contemporary social network analysis, Syndicate Women centers the women who have been erased from analyses of gender and crime and breathes new life into our understanding of the gender gap.

Describes in detail, with over one thousand photographs, the battles, armies, and armor used in the War of the Ring based on J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, including battle plans and character histories and descriptions.

This colourful picture book is perfect for helping children build up a vocabulary and interest in Earth science, wildlife, and the environment. This picture book helps children build up a vocabulary of 1000 nature words about the environment, wildlife, and our impact on the planet. Written by award-winning science teacher Jules Pottle, it introduces key concepts about Earth science and zoology, while broadening children's vocabulary and strengthening their early reading skills. Every picture-packed page is full of fascinating things such as the parts of a plant, how animals communicate, habitats, and what we can do to help protect nature. 1000 Words: Nature clearly labels each picture, which encourages picture-and-word association and helps early reading. Each topic features questions that ask children to find things on the page or that stimulate thinking, talking, and reading comprehension skills. The words include lots of useful nouns, plus some interesting adjectives and common verbs related to wildlife and the planet. This fun and educational picture word book is a must-have first reference title for parents and guardians who are keen to develop their child's language, science, and literacy skills

"The Conversion Code, 1st edition, taught real estate agents to engage with their prospective customers online first using social media, mobile apps, blogs and live chat, before ever meeting in-person. It quickly became one of the bestselling books on marketing and advertising real estated--with over 50,000 copies sold. This new revised edition includes updates on crucial new topics like TikTok and Instagram, and Virtual Staging, to help todays agents generate thousands of leads from social media and other digital sources, and turn those into closed sales."-- Provided by publisher