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Judaism - Simple Guides
"Simple Guides Judaism" provides a concise and accessible introduction to Judaism. Written without bias, this guide presents engaging descriptions of the key concepts, beliefs and practices. Pocket sized and presented in an accessible format with clearly organised topics, enabling you to quickly grasp the essence of Judaism.
This guide is a reliable point of reference for further exploration and discovery.
Zen Buddhism - Simple Guides
THIS BOOK WILL HELP YOU - to appreciate the significance of this particular school of Buddhism, famous for its focus on meditation and self-awakening - to understand the history of Zen and the 'Ways of Zen' - to discover how Zen is a way of life -- not a belief system - to avoid faux pas in conversation, in travelling and in personal relationships Zen (in Chinese, Ch'an) is the form of Buddhism which the great teacher Bodhidharma brought to China from India in the late fifth century. Today it is practised mainly in Japan and Korea, . Based upon the understanding that each of us has the potential for complete awakening, Zen is in fact a coalition of practical ways of stilling the mind in order to attain self-knowledge.
Because the realization of the true nature of reality, including one's own, is not an intellectual pursuit but an experienced truth, Zen teachers transmit the truth (dharma) from mind to mind or heart to heart without the use of words, using different techniques to break through the limitations of the logical mind. This engaging book explains the essence of Zen in simple terms.. It traces its development and looks at its unique methods of teaching, such as meditation, koans -- startling paradoxes that stop the intellect -- the use of texts, ceremonies, poetry, and the martial arts.
It describes life in monasteries and in the everyday world. Because Zen is rooted in Reality, its practitioners often experience a delightful sense of wonder in the commonplace. This democratic and liberating philosophy does not require us to give up our own traditions, but rather helps us to deepen our understanding of them, and continues to inspire growing numbers of followers in the West.
ACCESS THE WORLD'S RELIGIONS Simple Guides: Religion is a series of concise, accessible introductions to the world's major religions. Written by experts in the field, they offer an engaging and sympathetic description of the key concepts, beliefs and practices of different faiths. Ideal for spiritual seekers and travellers alike, Simple Guides aims to open the doors of perception.
Together the books provide a reliable compass to the world's great spiritual traditions, and a point of reference for further exploration and discovery. By offering essential insights into the core values, customs and beliefs of different societies, they also enable visitors to be aware of the cultural sensibilities of their hosts, and to behave in a way that fosters mutual respect and understanding.
The Protestant Tradition - Simple Guides
This book will help you to discover how Protestantism developed and spread from Europe to America, to appreciate the wide range of interpretations of Protestantism, and the core beliefs and practices shared by the principal Protestant Churches, to understand the special history of the Church of England, and to gain a perspective on the evangelical movements of the twenty-first century.
Sikhism - Simple Guides
This book will help you to appreciate one of the historic religions of the Indian subcontinent, to understand what it means to be a Sikh, especially the guru? disciple relationship, to recognize the key festivals of the Sikh year and the different aspects of Sikh worship and practice, and to avoid faux pas in conversation, in travelling, and in personal relationships.
Theravada Buddhism - Simple Guides
This book will help you to appreciate the timeless wisdom of the oldest form of Buddhism in existence today, to understand what it means to be a Buddhist, to recognize the key practices and traditions of Theravada Buddhism, and to avoid faux pas in conversation, in traveling, and in personal relationships.
Shinto - Simple Guides
This book will help you to appreciate the significance of Japan's own religion in everyday life to recognize the key traditions and festivals (matsuri) of the Shinto year to understand what you will see at Shinto shrines and in Shinto ritual to gain insights into the controversies surrounding Shinto, politics, and nationalism.
Jenny Saville - The Anatomy of Painting
'Saville can be appreciated as one of the greatest of any era' ***** Review of Jenny Saville: The Anatomy of Painting, National Portrait Gallery - Evening Standard
Jenny Saville's large-scale depictions of the human form are a celebration of flesh and paint, figure and abstraction. Jenny Saville: The Anatomy of Painting brings together works from across the artist's career, ranging from pencil drawings to monumental paintings in oil.
The British artist Jenny Saville is one of today's leading painters, for whom painting the human body gives the artist 'the possibility to work in both an abstract and figurative way'. Jenny Saville: The Anatomy of Painting accompanies Saville's first major museum exhibition, showcasing over 50 works from throughout her career in a broadly chronological framework. Essays consider the development of Saville's practice, marking key moments and the strong connection she makes to art history, while a conversation with the artist gives us a glimpse into her life in the studio, her working methods and influences.
Climate Action in the Art World
Annabel Keenan's timely and urgent book reviews the work that has been undertaken to date to create a more sustainable art world and proposes the next steps in system-wide change. It identifies the main sustainability issues for the art industry, arguing that artists and art activists have led the way in creating awareness of climate change, and evaluates progress to date on climate-action commitments by the various sectors of the art world, offering examples of best practice.
Uncompromising in its messages, Climate Action in the Art World is essential reading for all art professionals, from artists to curators to art handlers, as well as for anyone seeking an accessible entry-point to a topic which is unfortunately only getting (literally) hotter.
Going Nuclear
What if climate change isn't an environmental challenge, but an energy challenge?
'Fascinating' JAMES O'BRIEN
'Thrilling...vividly written, filled with fascinating facts, and inspiring' STEVEN PINKER
'Powerful' BRYAN APPLEYARD, Spectator
'I challenge you to read this book and not be excited about how we get on and power the world with sustainable energy for the next century' HANNAH RITCHIE
In this visionary book, Dr Tim Gregory urges us to rethink the path to net zero. He argues that the solution to climate change lies not simply in replacing fossil fuels with renewables, but in fully embracing another energy source that emits zero carbon dioxide: nuclear power.
Gregory dismantles the conventional wisdom that renewables such as wind and solar are completely 'green', and debunks myths surrounding nuclear waste and radiation, demonstrating that nuclear power is not only reliable, safe and potent, but the most environmentally responsible way to harvest energy.
Going Nuclear calls for decarbonisation to be the twenty-first century's Apollo programme. By interweaving scientific optimism, myth-busting data, and ambitious policy ideas, Gregory illustrates the untapped and boundless potential of the atom beyond just clean energy: from advanced medicine and forensics to atomic gardening and space exploration.
This is a bold case for an alternative, sustainable and prosperous future: a world in which abundant energy is available to all.
Self Defence
We are surrounded by bold claims and quick fixes for improving our immune systems. In this expert guide, leading immunologist Daniel M. Davis sorts the fact from fiction.
Is it true that orange juice can help ward off colds?
How does age affect our immune system?
Is mental health really connected to inflammation?
How do we separate the bogus claims from the useful advice? And given its sheer complexity, is there anything we can do to improve our immune system?
World-renowned immunologist Daniel M. Davis examines the effects of stress, diet, age, exercise, the microbiome and more on the immune system, punctures the key myths, and equips us to make informed choices for ourselves.
The Wealth Money Cant Buy
A REVOLUTIONARY METHOD TO BECOME TRULY WEALTHY
The Wealth Money Can't Buy offers you a completely life-changing new philosophy and methodology for enjoying an honestly rich life, one filled with personal power, authenticity, exceptionally fulfilling work and a beautiful lifestyle that will cause you to feel like real fortune has finally smiled on you.
Based on The 8 Forms of Wealth learning model that Robin Sharma - legendary personal growth expert and famed mentor to billionaires, professional sports superstars and heads of state - has taught to his clients with transformational results, this masterwork is sure to become your daily guide to enjoying the lifetime of your highest dreams.
Discover the hidden habits to live your richest life and avoid the lasting regrets of potential unfulfilled.
'Robin Sharma has been an amazing mentor to me. He is a major influencer of our time' - Deepak Chopra
The Life Impossible
'What looks like magic is simply a part of life we don't understand yet . . .'
When retired Maths teacher Grace Winters is left a run-down house on a Mediterranean island by a long-lost friend, curiosity gets the better of her. She arrives in Ibiza with a one-way ticket, no guidebook and no plan.
Among the rugged hills and golden beaches Grace searches for answers about her friend's life, and how it ended. What she uncovers is stranger than she could have dreamed. But to dive into this impossible truth, Grace must first come to terms with her past.
Filled with wonder and wild adventure, this is a story of hope and the life-changing power of a new beginning.
Dear Future Me
Twenty years ago, a group of students each wrote themselves a letter - Dear Future Me - confiding their deepest dreams and their very darkest secrets.
Now the letters, thought long discarded, have begun to drop through letterboxes. For some they will make them re-evaluate the decisions they've made, the person they could have been.
For others, the letters could be deadly . . .
A compulsively gripping thriller of regret, hidden secrets and the deepest betrayal, Dear Future Me is the unmissable new book from the lauded author of The Dangerous Kind and The Captive.
Lonely Planet Best Day Walks Great Britain
Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.
Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Reach Kinder Scout, the Peak District's highest point, for stunning views of the wild surrounding countryside; discover ancient fossils, grassy cliffs and fishing villages along Yorkshire's coastline; and find the perfect beer garden pit-stop on an all-day Dartmoor stomp.
Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain:
Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
Each walk features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and walking tips
Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best walks to complete
'Also try' recommendations introduce additional walks nearby
'Our Picks' section highlights the best: hikes to a pub, bodies of water and mountain walk experiences
Local travel experts share their favourite walks
Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, walking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
Covers: Cumbria & the Lakes; Devon & Cornwall; Southwest England; Northern England; Central England; Southeast & East England; London; Scotland; Wales
Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special part of the world.
Vegetable Genius
Turn forty humble vegetables into majestic mealtime heroes.
From everyday staples like carrots, broccoli and onions to seasonal stars like asparagus, sweetcorn and runner beans, Vegetable Genius will elevate your produce to a starring role, either as a main meal or tasty side dish. Each vegetable has five fuss-free recipes that require minimal ingredients - yet taste so delicious you'll want to make them time and again.
Discover mouth-watering dals, dips, slaw, stews, cakes, stacks, fritters, puddings and more! With 200 recipes, this will become an everyday go-to reference for the modern home cook.
Lonely Planet Best Day Walks England
Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks England and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.
Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Immerse yourself in myths and legends as you explore Merlin's Cave and the tales of King Arthur; roam the mossy ancient Wistman's Wood that was once part of a mighty English forest; and explore the sumptuous landscape of The Malvern Hills that inspired JRR Tolkien, CS Lewis and Edward Elgar.
Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks England:
Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
Each walk features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and walking tips
Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best walks to complete
'Also try' recommendations introduce additional walks nearby
'Our Picks' section highlights the best: history, wildlife, waterside, geological and mindful walk experiences
Local travel experts share their favourite walks
Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, walking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
Covers: Cumbria & the Lakes; Devon & Cornwall; Southwest England; Northern England; Central England; Southeast & East England; London
Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks England and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.
Lonely Planet Wales
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Wales.
Discover Wale's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from gazing out to sea from one of Tenby's glorious golden beaches; to sailing to the remote island of Ynys Enlli, Europe's first International Dark Sky Sanctuary; and exploring medieval Caerphilly Castle to watch historical re-enactments.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Wales travel guide:
Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Wales effortlessly
Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Wales
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Pen-y-Fan to St David's Cathedral and Bishop's Palace
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with Welsh culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Cardiff; Brecon Beacons & Southeast Wales; Swansea, the Gower & Carmarthenshire; St Davids & Pembrokeshire; Mid-Wales; Snowdonia & the Llyn; Anglesey & the North
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Wales.
Lonely Planet Scotlands Highlands & Islands
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Scotland's Highlands & Islands.
Discover Scotland's Highlands & Islands' most popular experiences and best kept secrets from watching dolphins playing in the Moray Firth near Inverness; to summiting the highest mountain in the UK, the mighty Ben Nevis; and discovering a dreamworld for stargazers on the Isle of Coll.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Scotland's Highlands & Islands travel guide:
Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Scotland's Highlands & Islands effortlessly
Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and maps plus a pull-out map of Scotland's Highlands & Islands
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the Heart of Neolithic Orkney
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with Scotland's Highlands & Islands' culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Southern Highlands & Islands, Inverness & the Central Highlands, Northern Highlands & Islands, Orkney & Shetland
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Scotland's Highlands & Islands.
Lonely Planet Scotland
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Scotland.
Discover Scotland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from working your way through the world-famous whiskies of Islay in search of your perfect dram, to following the Glasgow mural trail to discover incredible works of street art by local artists, and getting up close to comical puffins on a boat trip from Mull or Iona to Staffa.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Scotland travel guide:
Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Scotland effortlessly
Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Scotland
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Edinburgh Castle to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum and Stirling Castle
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with Scottish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Southern Scotland, Central Scotland, Northeast Scotland, Southern Highlands & Islands, Inverness & the Central Highlands, Northern Highlands & Islands, Orkney & Shetland
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Scotland.
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