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OWC Great Expectations
I called myself Pip, and came to be called Pip.' Great Expectations charts the progress of Pip from childhood through often painful experiences to adulthood, as he moves from the Kent marshes to busy, commercial London, encoutering a variety of extraordinary characters ranging from Magwitch, the excaped convict, to Miss Havisham, locked up with her unhappy past and living with her ward, the arrogant, beautiful Estella. In this compelling story, Dickens shows the dangers of being driven by desire for wealth and social status. Pip must establish his own sense of self against the plans which others seem to have for him, and thus discover a firm set of values and priorities. Whether such values will allow one to prosper in the complex world of early Victorian England is, however, the major question posed by Great Expectations, one of Dicken's most fascinating, and disturbing, novels. This edition use the text of the Clarendon edition, with a new Introduction and Explanatory Notes. The Appendices give the original, discarded ending, Dicken's brief working notes, and the serial instalments and chapter divisions in different editions.
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4,32 €
4,55 €
The Escape from Elba
The year is 1814. The Allies have driven Napoleon's once-mighty armies back to Paris. Trapped, forced to abdicate after two decades of triumphant rule, the Emperor takes leave of his comrades-in-arms and sets sail for his new domain - the tiny, poverty-stricken, pestilential island of Elba. Yet within ten months Napoleon will enter Paris once again, at the heels of the fleeing Bourbon king, flushed with victory and cheered by the masses. The Escape From Elba tells the heroic story of Napoleon's exile and phoenix-like return. In this classic account, now republished in paperback, Norman MacKenzie chronicles this extraordinary year: the tense last hours of Napoleon's empire, his humiliating exile, his midnight escape and his whirlwind march over snowbound mountains to Grenoble where, in a dramatic confrontation with the French army, he became a reigning prince again. Described in vivid detail are Napoleon's adventures as the head of Elba. He brought society, splendour, organization and political intrigue to this run-down backwater. And he displayed on this small stage the many sides of his charismatic.
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18,24 €
19,20 €
Lacná kniha The Escape from Elba
The year is 1814. The Allies have driven Napoleon's once-mighty armies back to Paris. Trapped, forced to abdicate after two decades of triumphant rule, the Emperor takes leave of his comrades-in-arms and sets sail for his new domain - the tiny, poverty-stricken, pestilential island of Elba. Yet within ten months Napoleon will enter Paris once again, at the heels of the fleeing Bourbon king, flushed with victory and cheered by the masses. The Escape From Elba tells the heroic story of Napoleon's exile and phoenix-like return. In this classic account, now republished in paperback, Norman MacKenzie chronicles this extraordinary year: the tense last hours of Napoleon's empire, his humiliating exile, his midnight escape and his whirlwind march over snowbound mountains to Grenoble where, in a dramatic confrontation with the French army, he became a reigning prince again. Described in vivid detail are Napoleon's adventures as the head of Elba. He brought society, splendour, organization and political intrigue to this run-down backwater. And he displayed on this small stage the many sides of his charismatic.
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0,96 €
19,20 €
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Lacná kniha Black Angel (-50%)
The Black Angel begins with the disappearance of a young prostitute from one of New York City's seamiest neighborhoods. Like so many tormented souls before her, the girl's mother is inevitably drawn to Charlie Parker's doorstep desperate for redemption and revenge. Despite the danger that his chosen profession imposes on his wife and newborn daughter, Parker knows that the woman and her troubles cannot be ignored. As always, he is driven as much by the evil that simmers in the hidden honeycomb world as he is by the ties of friendship and blood.
As Parker gets closer to the girl's captors, he discovers that her disappearance is linked to a church of bones in Eastern Europe, to the slaughter at a French monastery in 1944, and to the myth of an object known as the Black Angel -- an object considered by evil men to be beyond priceless. But the Black Angel is not a legend. It is real. It lives. It dreams. And the mystery of its existence may contain the secret of Parker's own origins.
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4,96 €
9,92 €
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Medieval Modern Art Out of Time
This groundbreaking study explores the deep connections between modern and premodern art, offering a radical reading that reveals the underlying patterns and ideas traversing centuries of artistic practice. Nagel reconsiders from an innovative double perspective some key issues in the history of art, from iconoclasm and illusionism to the status of painting, installation, and the museum as institution. He examines, among other topics, why the medieval workshop was of such importance to the Bauhaus; how the 4th-century Jerusalem Chapel in Rome was a proto-earthwork akin to the projects of Robert Smithson; and the relationship between medieval relics and Duchamps readymades. Alongside an analysis of 20th-century medievalist theorists such as Brecht, Joyce and Eco, Nagel considers a wide range of celebrated artists. This is a radical new reading of art that will profoundly broaden our understanding of both premodern practices and the art of the 20th and 21st centuries.
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40,85 €
43,00 €
Drevené kocky pre najmenšie deti 4 Dino
Detské drevené kocky, z ktorých je možné zostaviť 6 rôznych obrázkov. Balenie obsahuje 12 kociek. Vek: 3+.
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7,99 €
On Course for IELTS Student Book 2nd Edition
On Course for IELTS second edition is a 120-150 hour full-time, topic-based course to prepare students for the academic module of the IELTS exam. It has been designed for use by students at IELTS 5 and above. The Student's Book includes: 12 topic-based units covering typical IELTS themes scope and sequence chart highlighting learning outcomes an integrated approach that devlops all skills required for each sub-test of the IELTS exam a broad range of activities that extends students' communicative abilities beyond the specific requirements of the IELTS exam The new edition includes: new unit content covering typical IELTS topics integrated coverage of reading, writing, speaking and listening with a new range of activities to extend students' communicative abilities new authentic readings and listening materials with complete transcripts a grammar syllabus focused on the specific needs of IELTS candidates systematic vocabulary development regular test practice tasks
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22,09 €
23,25 €
Collins Business Grammar & Practice: Pre-Intermediate
If you use English on a regular basis, but you feel you need to brush up a little on your grammar, Collins′ new Business Grammar and Practice is the perfect solution.Well-known EFL experts Nick Brieger and Simon Sweeney guide the user through 72 short, succinct units to explain the structure of the English language. They provide examples of real usage, explanations and then practice exercises to cement your understanding.All of the sample sentences are taken from the COBUILD corpus, ensuring that users don′t learn traditional, theoretical language, but rather, they come to understand real, useful, everyday expressions.Aimed specifically at the business learner, the vocabulary and structures used are a reflection of the English that is used in the business world around the globe today.Work through the book from start to finish, or pick and choose the topics of most interest to you.
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20,62 €
21,70 €
Collins Primary Learner´s English Dictionary
With over 7,000 entries, and an attractive full-colour illustrated supplement, this is the perfect dictionary for students who are not only learning English, but studying at school through the medium of English.The Collins Primary Learner′s Dictionary covers all the essential words, phrases and idioms that students need to learn. The definitions are written using simple language and the dictionary contains thousands of examples of real English, showing the learner how English is really used. The dictionary includes a wide range of easy-to-spot cross-curricular vocabulary items, which will help students studying in English to build their academic vocabulary, as well as gain confidence in writing and speaking English inside and outside the classroom.With hundreds of line drawings illustrating key terms, and the full-colour illustrated supplement of essential topics, the Collins Primary Learner′s Dictionary is ideal for young learners of English.
Collins Business Grammar & Practice: Intermediate
If you use English on a regular basis, but you feel you need to brush up a little on your grammar, Collins′ new Business Grammar and Practice is the perfect solution.Well-known EFL experts Nick Brieger and Simon Sweeney guide the user through 72 short, succinct units to explain the structure of the English language. They provide examples of real usage, explanations and then practice exercises to cement your understanding.All of the sample sentences are taken from the COBUILD corpus, ensuring that users don′t learn traditional, theoretical language, but rather, they come to understand real, useful, everyday expressions.Aimed specifically at the business learner, the vocabulary and structures used are a reflection of the English that is used in the business world around the globe today.Work through the book from start to finish, or pick and choose the topics of most interest to you.
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20,62 €
21,70 €
Color Science and the Visual Arts
"A curator, a paintings conservator, a photographer, and a conservation scientist walk into a bar." What happens next? In lively and accessible prose, color science expert Roy S. Berns helps the reader understand complex color-technology concepts and offers solutions to problems that occur when art is displayed, conserved, imaged, or reproduced. Berns writes for two types of audiences: museum professionals seeking explanations for common color-related issues and students in conservation, museum studies, and art history programs. The seven chapters in the book fall naturally into two sections: fundamentals, covering topics such as spectral measurements, metamerism, or color inconstancy; and applications, where artwork display, painting materials, and color reproduction are discussed. A unique feature of this book is the use of more than 200 images as its main medium of communication, employing color physics, color vision, and imaging science to produce visualizations throughout the pages. An annotated bibliography complements the main text with suggestions for further reading and more in-depth study of particular topics.Engaging, incisive, and absolutely critical for any scholar or student interested in color science, Color Science and the Visual Arts is sure to become a key reference for the entire field.
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48,45 €
51,00 €
The Little Book of Zlatan
The Little Book of Zlatan is a celebration of one of the most charismatic, mercurial and talismanic footballers in the game, an individual so distinct, so talented and so perfect that he must refer to himself in the third person at all times. Throughout history, there have been many, many truly outstanding sportsmen and women. These are the individuals that have pushed the boundaries of their sport, set incredible new records or driven the human body to its physiological limits. Every day we celebrate the feats of the fastest, strongest and most brilliantly technical athletes on the planet. However, if we interrogate that history further, there are some individuals that stand head and shoulders above the others, modern day heroes who can be attributed with the status of `icon' or `legend' - and who are consequently bequeathed a peerless position in society. These individuals are not only differentiated by their awe-inspiring dominance of their own sport, but by the way in which we - the normal folk - reflect upon their contribution and indeed their cultural legacy. What makes Muhammad Ali, Ayrton Senna, Usain Bolt and Maradona the greatest of all time? Is it the success they achieved or the way in which they achieved it? The answer - perhaps reassuringly in an era of big data, football academies, sports science and media training - lies in the cult of personality. Zlatan is an icon not just because of his extraordinary records on the field, but because his personality has never had to take a back seat on the journey. Let's be honest, which other footballer would say - with an entirely straight face: "One thing is for sure. A World Cup without Zlatan is nothing." There is only one Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
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7,55 €
7,95 €
Medical Biochemistry at a Glance
Offering a concise, illustrated summary of biochemistry and its relevance to clinical medicine, Medical Biochemistry at a Glance is intended for students of medicine and the biomedical sciences such as nutrition, biochemistry, sports science, medical laboratory sciences, physiotherapy, pharmacy, physiology, pharmacology, genetics and veterinary science. It also provides a succinct review and reference for medical practitioners and biomedical scientists who need quickly to refresh their knowledge of medical biochemistry. The book is designed as a revision guide for students preparing for examinations and contains topics that have been identified as 'high-yield' facts for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), Step 1. This third edition:* Has been thoroughly revised and updated and is now in full colour throughout* Is written by the author of the hugely successful Metabolism at a Glance (ISBN 9781405107167)* Features updated and improved clinical correlates* Expands its coverage with a new section on Molecular Biology
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36,48 €
38,40 €
Filmcraft: Cinematography
The first in the FilmCraft Series, this beautiful book covers the complex craft of cinematography through discussions with notable cinematographers, like Vittorio Storaro and Christopher Doyle. With stills, photos from the sets, and in-depth exploration of both iconic and contemporary projects, from "Psycho "and the French New Wave classic "The Week End "to "Chicago" and Zhang Yimou's saga "Hero." Get access to lauded professionals, who provide you with the perspective to think like the pros and create compelling visual stories. Apply the perspective you'll gain to your own work with practical tips, or just sit back and coast along this thoughtful, behind-the-scenes road. Discussions with the world s most notable filmmakers, giving insights into professional practice, working relationships, and influencesSidebars featuring practical advice on topics that filmmakers can apply to their own work"Legacy Sections" focusing on the work of past filmmaking greats.
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24,23 €
25,50 €
Mobile Usability
How do we create a satisfactory user experience when limited to a small device? This new guide focuses on usability for mobile devices, primarily smartphones and touchphones, and covers such topics as developing a mobile strategy, designing for small screens, writing for mobile, usability comparisons, and looking toward the future. The book includes 228-full color illustrations to demonstrate the points. Based on expert reviews and international studies with participants ranging from students to early technology adopters and business people using websites on a variety of mobile devices, this guide offers a complete look at the landscape for a mobile world. Author Jakob Nielsen is considered one of the world's leading experts on Web usability. He is the author of numerous best-selling books, including Prioritizing Web Usability and the groundbreaking Designing Web Usability, which has sold more than 250,000 copies and has been translated in 22 languages.
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30,97 €
32,60 €
New Horizons 4 Pracovní sešit
New Horizons is a four-level upper secondary course that sets achievable goals and builds confidence.
New Horizons includes 100% new content and updated exam training to prepare students for the B1 school-leaving exam.
A wide range of topics engage teenagers’ interest and provide essential vocabulary. Practical grammar exercises then build students’ confidence in communication.
Key futures
Brand-new features, fun activities and 100% rewritten texts and exercises
Clear structure and a moderate pace to suit classes with lower weekly contact hours, or mixed-ability classes
Dual entry points at levels 1 and 2 mean that students can work towards the B1 exam at their own pace
Updated and systematic exam training in levels 3 and 4 prepare students for the different requirements of their school-leaving exams
Language review at the end of every two units recycles and revises language as the course progresses
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10,12 €
10,65 €
Lacná kniha New Horizons 4 Pracovní sešit
New Horizons is a four-level upper secondary course that sets achievable goals and builds confidence.
New Horizons includes 100% new content and updated exam training to prepare students for the B1 school-leaving exam.
A wide range of topics engage teenagers’ interest and provide essential vocabulary. Practical grammar exercises then build students’ confidence in communication.
Key futures
Brand-new features, fun activities and 100% rewritten texts and exercises
Clear structure and a moderate pace to suit classes with lower weekly contact hours, or mixed-ability classes
Dual entry points at levels 1 and 2 mean that students can work towards the B1 exam at their own pace
Updated and systematic exam training in levels 3 and 4 prepare students for the different requirements of their school-leaving exams
Language review at the end of every two units recycles and revises language as the course progresses
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0,53 €
10,65 €
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The Souls of China
'Masterfully opens up a little explored realm: how the quest for religion and spirituality drives hundreds of millions of Chinese' Pankaj Mishra
'A fascinating odyssey ... a nuanced group portrait of Chinese citizens striving for non-material answers in an era of frenetic materialism' Julia Lovell, Guardian
'The reappearance and flourishing of religion is perhaps the most surprising aspect of the dramatic changes in China in recent decades...this is a beautiful, moving and insightful book' Michael Szonyi
In no society on Earth was there such a ferocious attempt to eradicate all trace of religion as in modern China. But now, following a century of violent antireligious campaigns, China is awash with new temples, churches, and mosques - as well as cults, sects, and politicians trying to harness religion for their own ends. Driving this explosion of faith is uncertainty - over what it means to be Chinese, and how to live an ethical life in a country that discarded traditional morality and is still searching for new guideposts.
The Souls of China is the result of some fifteen years of studying and travelling around China. The message of Ian Johnson's extraordinary book is that China is now experiencing a 'Great Awakening' on a vast scale. Everywhere long-suppressed religions are rebuilding, often in new forms, and reshaping the values and behaviours of entire communities.
Ian Johnson is as happy explaining the wonders of the lunar calendar as talking to the yinyang man who ensures proper burials. He visits meditation masters and the charismatic head of a Chengdu church. The result is a rich and funny work that challenges conventional wisdom about China. Xi Jinping, China's current leader, has put a return to morality and Chinese tradition at the heart of his ideas for his country - but, Johnson asks, at what point will the rapid spread of belief form an unmanageable challenge to the Party's monopoly on power?
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16,10 €
16,95 €
Freddie Mercury Biography
This fascinating biography of Freddie Mercury which received outstanding acclaim from Queen and rock fans worldwide, has now been updated for reissue to coincide with the release of the film about his life. Laura Jackson addresses topics including: *
The reality behind Queen's flamboyant front man and lead singer * Mercury the star of mystery - amusing, loyal and generous, yet revealing a dark side to his personality * His frequent use of cocaine and how it heightened his tendency to excess - bo
th on and off stage * The women in his life - his bizarrely enduring relationships with his first love, Mary Austin, and his long-time confidante, Barbara Valentin, who speaks for the first time in this book The book also includes new and intimate st
ories by those who knew him well, such as Tim Rice, Richard Branson, Cliff Richard, Bruce Dickinson, Mike Moran, Wayne Eagling, Zandra Rhodes and Susannah York.
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10,44 €
10,99 €