Alan Macfarlane sa vo svojej práci venuje štúdiu ľudskej kultúry a histórie s interdisciplinárnym prístupom. Ako historik a antropológ skúma korene individualizmu a fungovanie sveta. Jeho štýl písania je založený na hlbokom bádaní a originálnych postrehoch. Diela Alana Macfarlanea ponúkajú čitateľom jedinečný vhľad do komplexnosti ľudskej spoločnosti a jej vývoja.
Takes us on an exploration into the different aspects of Japanese society: from public to intimate. This title uncovers the multi-faceted nature of the country and people who are even more extraordinary than they seem. It includes religion, ritual, martial arts, manners, eating, drinking, hot baths, geishas, family, home, and singing.
Tying in with the events of INK's next cinematic album, INKED IN BLOOD follows a bullied teen super-fan who’s convinced that her favorite frontman could never have committed the grotesque crimes for which he's now standing trial. But when a well-intentioned show of support backfires, this super-fan finds herself locked in a life-or-death battle against a copycat killer whose depravity makes your favorite slasher films seem tame by comparison. Get your icepicks handy, INK fans--it's going to be a bloodbath!
The book explores the historical and social dynamics of two English parishes, Earls Colne in Essex and Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria. Through detailed research, MacFarlane examines the unique characteristics and development of these communities, shedding light on their local traditions, governance, and the impact of broader societal changes. The study offers insights into the interplay between rural life and historical events, providing a rich understanding of English parish life.
An injured (and gassy) goose has crashed onto the Worthington estate, and no one cares except for young Valeria. That all changes when the bird starts laying solid-gold eggs! But as soon as the Worthingtons try to force the goose to lay a fortune, the egg comes out totally ROTTEN. Can Val help her feathered friend escape before the greedy family tries something extreme? In this Far Out Fables adventure, Aesop's "The Goose that Laid the Golden Egg" is retold with a modern twist to create an exciting graphic novel for kids!
Emma can't believe her luck when her phone mysteriously reappears after she dropped it in the sea. She thought she'd lost her holiday pictures forever! But when Emma returns home, her phone starts flashing strange underwater images and receiving calls with no sound but crashing waves. Turns out Emma didn't just bring back souvenirs from the beach, but a spirit who is tired of swimming alone . . . In this Scary Graphics tale, easy-to-read text and eerie, full-colour art combine to deliver just-right scares for kids who crave chills and thrills.
Focusing on early modern witchcraft, this classic regional and comparative study delves into the historical context and societal implications of witch hunts. The second edition features a new historiographical introduction, enhancing its relevance and understanding in contemporary discussions about witchcraft and its impact on society.
Super Wings is the hit preschool series now airing on Universal Kids and Netflix! The Super Wings are coming in for a landing in this portable, five-book I Can Read box set with a handle and Velcro closure—perfect for airplane rides! Whether they are flying through Kenya, Italy, Canada, Australia, or Amsterdam—the Super Wings team is always up for an adventure. Now young readers can take these soaring adventures with them wherever they go. The books included
The traditions and creativity of Cambridge University have survived 800 years. In celebration, this first-ever combined historical and anthropological account explores the culture, the customs, the colleges and the politics of the revered institution. Having taught there for nearly forty years, the author sets forth a personal but also dispassionate attempt to understand how this ancient university developed and changed and how it continues to influence those who pass through it. This book delves into the history and architecture as well as the charm and the ghosts of Cambridge; it is for anyone who studies, teaches, visits, or is intrigued by this great intellectual centre.