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Dojemné a zároveň tragikomické dobrodružstvo chlapca, ktorý utečie z malého rodného mesta, aby našiel slobodu, priateľstvo, no najmä rodinu. Bobby Nusku sa cíti osamelý. Noci trávi archivovaním stôp, ktoré po sebe zanechala jeho matka. So svojím jediným kamarátom Sunnym spriada plány, ako sa ochrániť pred šikanovaním chlapcov na ulici a pred svojím otcom. Keď sa Sunny musí odsťahovať, Bobbyho premkne obava, že už nemá nikoho blízkeho. Po čase stretne dvoch podobných vydedencov: Rosu, dievčatko s červenou trojkolkou, ktorého postihnutie priťahuje šikanovanie tých istých tyranov, ktorí terorizujú aj jeho, a Val, Rosinu mamu, osamelú rozvedenú ženu, ktorá je zamestnaná ako upratovačka mestskej pojazdnej knižnice. Vznikne medzi nimi hlboké porozumenie, navzájom si vyplnia prázdne miesta v živote. Puto medzi staršou ženou a chlapcom sa čoskoro stane terčom miestnych klebiet. Val príde o prácu a Bobbyho otec brutálne zbije. Keďže vedia, že ich nečaká nič dobré, rozhodnú sa ujsť aj s Rosou v knižnici na šestnástich kolesách. Trojica podnikne cestu po Anglicku v snahe nájsť lepší život a rodinu, ktorá jej chýba. Celonárodná naháňačka za posádkou knižnice na kolesách je až priveľmi skutočná a hrozí, že ukončí ich inak dokonalý sen.

Every family has a story. Mal was ours.He was always different from the other kids. Larger than life. Trips to pantomimes were ruined by him stripping off his clothes. But people loved him. Especially Lou; it seemed like their love would last forever. Then something happened that changed everything . . . Mal grew up. Bed is a coming-of-age story like no other. It chronicles what love, loss and family can do to you in a lifetime.

A groundbreaking work of creative non-fiction blending true crime, memoir and reportage, About a Son is a powerful, devastating and eye-opening story of a father's love for his murdered son and his determined quest for justice

The amazing inside story of Apollo 11 - The Right Stuff for a new generation číst celé

‘[A] skilful history of space exploration ' - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Nearing half a century since the last Apollo mission, mankind has yet to return to the Moon, but that is about to change. With NASA’s Artemis program scheduled for this decade, astronomer David Whitehouse takes a timely look at what the next 50 years of space exploration have in store.The thirteenth man and the first woman to walk on the Moon will be the first to explore the lunar south pole – the prime site for a future Moon base thanks to its near-perpetual sunlight and the presence of nearby ice.The first crewed mission to Mars will briefly orbit the red planet in 2039, preparing the way for a future landing mission. Surviving the round trip will be the greatest challenge any astronaut has yet faced.In the 2050s, a lander will descend to the frozen surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa and attempt to drill down to its subsurface ocean in search of life.Based on real-world information, up-to-date scientific findings and a healthy dose of realism, Space 2069 is a mind-expanding tour of humanity’s future in space over the next 50 years.

Missing his mother and fearing his father, twelve-year-old Bobby Nusku always thought that the kinds of things that happen in books couldn't possibly happen to him. But then he befriends Val and her daughter Rosa, and finds solace in the mobile library where Val works as a cleaner. That summer, reading becomes Bobby's escape. And when he, Val and Rosa find themselves in trouble, the mobile library seems to offer the only way out. Encountering a mysterious stranger on their journey across the country, they form an unlikely family and experience an adventure to rival those in the books that surround them.

The third book from multi award-winning author David Whitehouse, The Long Forgotten is a sensational novel about love, loss, memory and obsession.

A history of exploration beneath the surface of our planet, a remarkable voyage of scientific discovery over the past 150 years.

Featuring 481 objects, this volume explores artifacts spanning from the first century B.C. to the eighth century A.D. It provides a comprehensive look at historical items, offering insights into the cultures and societies of the time. Each object is presented with detailed descriptions that highlight its significance and context, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the evolution of art and daily life in ancient civilizations.

The Corning Museum of Glass features an unparalleled collection of glass artifacts, highlighted by its esteemed assortment of Roman Glass. This extensive collection showcases the artistry and historical significance of glassmaking, making it a premier destination for enthusiasts and scholars alike. Visitors can explore the evolution of glass through various periods and cultures, emphasizing the museum's role as a leading institution in the study and appreciation of glass art.