Kate Hodges Knihy

Padesát mytických ženských postav – padesát moderně převyprávěných příběhů. Čarodějky, bohyně, víly i válečnice... Kniha Milované a obávané se skládá ze starých mýtů a lidových příběhů o legendárních mytických bytostech, ale vypráví je novým způsobem. Nezávislé víly, svůdné dívky v lesích, strašidelné čarodějnice nebo málo známé bohyně – kniha pokrývá širokou paletu mytických ženských postav z celého světa, od dobře známých po takřka zapomenuté, od prastarých po ty moderní, a ukazuje jejich příběh v novém světle, inspirativním pro současné ženy. V příbězích nechybí židovská démonka Lilith, česká bojovnice Šárka, japonská bohyně Ame-no-Uzume, keltská víla bánší, egyptská bohyně Maat, severská Freya, řecká obluda Medusa, babylonská bohyně Tiamat, hinduistická Kálí či vúdú bohyně Maman Brigitte. Kniha je rozdělena do pěti přehledných částí – Čarodějnice, Bojovnice, Nositelky neštěští, Elementární duchové a Velkorysí duchové a každou kapitolu doprovází také krásná barevná ilustrace.

The sun has gone down, but that doesn’t mean that family fun has to come to an end. On A Starry Night is an inspiring collection of 52 things to do, make and play when there’s very little or no natural light, and the evenings feel long and empty. There’s something incredibly alluring about playing after dark for kids – it feels grown-up, exciting, and a little bit scary. This will include ideas for indoor and outdoor fun, things to do in all seasons, and ideas that will work whether you live in a city, town or country. It will inspire parents to go beyond sitting their kids in front of the TV, and to take back the night and be creative with their evenings as a family. Fun, light, but with plenty of practical information, this book will include checklists, box-outs and spaces to make notes and scribble. It’ll be aimed at families, but simple enough for older children to read and enjoy.

Exploring the untold stories behind biblical miracles, this book delves into the lives of individuals who encountered Jesus during pivotal moments. It highlights a paraplegic on a rooftop, a woman suffering from a prolonged hemorrhage, an outcast, and a religious leader with a sick child, revealing their thoughts and feelings. By focusing on their perspectives, the narrative uncovers the emotional and societal implications of these miraculous events, offering a fresh interpretation of familiar biblical tales.

Connected Women explores the links between 84 pioneering women in order to show the indomitable strength of womankind. From ground-breaking scientist Marie Curie to political activist Malala Yousafzai, from feminist author Virginia Woolf to the game-changing Billie Jean King; Connected Women creates a gigantic web of womanhood which celebrates the relationships between the world's most inspirational and influential women. Threading tales from across the globe and throughout history, the lives of innovative aviatrixes, gun-toting revolutionaries and women with incomparable intellects are revealed. Each woman is connected to the next, discovering the women behind the scenes; those who didn't get the credit for scientific discoveries, sporting achievements or acts of bravery when they were alive. Some names will be familiar, some might not, but all are equally important. With compelling story-telling and beautifully illustrated portraits, Connected Women is bold and engaging with a unique purpose: to uncover the links between 84 pioneering women. Featuring Michelle Obama, Gala Dalí, Emma Watson, Nina Simone, Frida Kahlo, Coco Chanel, Greta Garbo, Eleanor Roosevelt, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and many more pioneering women who have shaped the world we live in today

Wild Words showcases 75 beautiful, international words evocative of the wild, from around the world, that describe a natural phenomenon - paired with illustrations and short description - to aid both your appreciation and your engagement with nature.

Explores the links between 84 pioneering women in order to show the indomitable strength of womankind.

Meet mythology’s fifty fiercest females in this modern retelling of the world’s greatest legends. From feminist fairies to bloodsucking temptresses, half-human harpies and protective Vodou goddesses, these are women who go beyond long-haired, smiling stereotypes. Their stories are so powerful, so entrancing, that they have survived for millennia. Lovingly retold and updated, Kate Hodges places each heroine, rebel and provocateur fimly at the centre of their own narrative. Players include: Bewitching, banished Circe, an introvert famed and feared for her transfigurative powers. The righteous Furies, defiantly unrepentant about their dedication to justice. Fun-loving Ame-no-Uzume who makes quarrelling friends laugh and terrifies monsters by flashing at them. The fateful Morai sisters who spin a complex web of birth, life and death. Find your tribe, fire your imagination and be empowered by this essential anthology of notorious, demonised and overlooked women.

What We Talk About When We Talk About It is a literary exploration in poetry and prose of the myriad faces of this powerful four-letter word.

Focusing on the language of compassion, this alphabet book presents important words that encourage reflection on key life concepts. Suitable for all ages, it invites readers to engage with and meditate on the significance of each term, fostering a deeper understanding of empathy and kindness.

Full of the capital's best-kept secrets, just waiting to be discovered, this book contains over two hundred things to do all year round, all over London, and best of all, most of them are free.