Knihy pre každého strana 367 z 500
zobraziť:
The People’s War
There was a German bomber flying right towards us – a Dornier, one of their biggest. It was so low we could see the pilot flying it and the gunner in the nose of the bomber pointing his machine gun at us…
Schoolboy in Kent, during the Battle of Britain
My legs pressed harder around my father's waist; my arms nearly choked him. The humming of Japanese aircraft was loud enough for everyone to hear now, and panic spread like ink on a blotter.
Child saying goodbye to her parents, Singapore 1942
In the early 2000s, the BBC launched its biggest oral history project, recording the lives and experiences of the ordinary people who lived through World War II. It amounted to 47,000 testimonies and over 400 diaries and letters, all of which have remained unexplored in the archives for twenty years – until now.
In The People's War, John Willis reveals untold stories of everyday bravery, moments of terror, and tales of life-affirming community, that guide us through the years of the World War II. From soldiers in North Africa and prisoners of war in East Asia, to evacuees in the British countryside and women in the factories, The People's War is a truly ambitious and comprehensive journey through a devastating and pivotal period of our history, as you've never read before.
Follow the remarkable stories of ordinary individuals who lived, fought, grieved, loved, and survived through the war.
Hubris Maximus - The Shattering of Elon Musk
The rise, fall, and revival of the Caesar of Silicon Valley.
Elon Musk famously leads his companies from a bully pulpit, cutting through red tape whenever possible with little regard for the fallout. Musk's approach to business and politics is truly singular - he alternately seems to be either in complete command or on the verge of a meltdown, and many in his orbit have had their lives upended by buying into his utopian vision.
From the chaotic launch of the Tesla Cybertruck to his decision to reshape Twitter into 'X' as part of his self-proclaimed mission to defeat the 'woke mind virus', Musk is seemingly drawn to public controversy, yet he has emerged from these turbulent moments more influential and powerful than ever.
Hubris Maximus offers an unprecedented insight into the motives and mindset that have driven Musk's stratospheric rise to power. In this cautionary tale about the pitfalls of magnetic leaders, Washington Post journalist Faiz Siddiqui offers a gripping portrait of a uniquely messy and lucrative period in Musk's career, one which has seen him ascend into a key role in Trump's administration.
The 30g Plan
The simple and sustainable route to weight loss.
For many of us, losing weight can be a real battle - yo yo-ing from one extreme diet to another and never finding an approach that we can (and want to) apply long-term.
Until now. The 30g Plan reveals that by balancing 30 plants a week with 30 grams of protein and fibre in our daily meals, we will not only lose weight easily but feel full and reap countless other health benefits too.
Packed with delicious nutritionally complete recipes, meal planners, tips and tricks, let this book be your guide and introduction to a whole new way of eating to help you feel at your very best - for life.
Japanese Joinery
Discover the intricate world of Japanese Joinery with this visually stunning and technically detailed book that showcases over 50 traditional and contemporary techniques. From timeless artistry to modern innovations, each page is a testament to the union of beauty and functionality in woodworking.
This book includes:
• Over 50 different traditional and modern Japanese decorative and functional techniques
• Beautiful photography showcases the intricate nature of the wood joints • Extensive bibliography to allow readers to delve deeper into the craft
• Aspirational and inspirational for woodworkers of all levels
Harnessing his profound passion for joinery and woodcraft, Dorian began his remarkable journey as a professional woodworker in 2012. Now based in Berlin, Dorian channels all his experience, talent, and passion into Japanese Joinery, his debut book that will enlighten and inspire readers.
Dorian Bracht has brought the elegance of Japanese joinery to your doorstep, a testament to the beautiful synergy between craftsmanship and artistry. Experience the age-old, honoured tradition of Japanese woodcraft like never before.
Born in Los Angeles in 1986, Dorian Bracht grew up enveloped by the contrasting worlds of California and Hong Kong. His desire to craft exquisite wooden art led him to Leipzig, Germany, where he learned the secrets of Japanese shoji, fusuma sliding doors, and sturdy solid wood furniture. Throughout his apprenticeship, Dorian meticulously absorbed the finer details of German and Japanese woodworking methods.
The Image of Her
She’s living a perfect life – so why does Laurence feel so torn?
Weekends in the country, weekdays in Paris – Laurence’s life features all the trappings of 1960s French bourgeoisie. She has money, a handsome husband, two daughters and a lover. She also has a successful career as an advertising copywriter, though her mind writes copy while she’s at home, and dreams of domesticity in the office.
All her life she has strived to meet the expectations of others. But when her 10-year-old daughter, Catherine, starts to vocalise her despair about the unfairness of the world, Laurence must finally grapple with a life that prizes image over truth.
Slim but powerful, this is a classic story of womanhood and its oppressors, parents and their children, and the quest for personal truth – by the iconic feminist Simone de Beauvoir.
TRANSLATED BY LAUREN ELKIN
Ripley Under Ground
"You're always good on ideas, Tom..."
An American art collector is claiming that the expensive masterpiece he bought is a fake. He wants to meet with the artist - but Tom Ripley knows that artist no longer exits.
Ripley needs to hide his role in the fraud, and keep his colleague's mouth shut. But not everyone's nerves are as steady as his, especially when it comes to murder.
The second in Highsmith's Ripley series, Ripley Under Ground is set six years after the events of The Talented Mr Ripley.
Ripleys Game
"There's no such thing as a perfect murder... That's just a parlor game, trying to dream one up."
Tom Ripley is enjoying his wealthy lifestyle in France, until an associate asks him to kill someone again. But Ripley detests murder, unless it is absolutely necessary. Someone else should do the dirty work for them - yes, someone with no criminal record could earn a very generous fee for doing a couple of simple murders.
Ripley's Game is the third book in Highsmith's Ripley series, and was made into a film starring John Malkovich.
Strangers on a Train
WITH A NEW INTRODUCTION BY PAULA HAWKINS, AUTHOR OF GIRL ON A TRAIN
"Hey! Cheeses, what an idea! I kill your wife and you kill my father! We meet on a train, see, and nobody knows we know each other! Perfect alibis! Catch?"
From this moment, almost against his conscious will, Guy Haines is trapped in a nightmare of shared guilt and an insidious merging of personalities. The psychologists would call it folie a deux...
Strangers on a Train was Patricia Highsmith's first novel, and adapted into a classic film by Alfred Hitchcock.
'A true original in crime fiction' The Times
The Talented Mr Ripley
'He is using you for what you are worth'
Tom Ripley wants money, success, and the good life - and he's willing to kill for it.Struggling to stay one step ahead of his creditors, and the law, Ripley leaps at the chance to start afresh on a free trip to Europe. But when his new-found happiness is threatened, his response is as swift as it is shocking.
This is the first in Highsmith's classic series featuring the character of Tom Ripley. The Talented Mr Ripley also inspired the Academy Award-winning film starring Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jude Law.
One of the BBC's 100 Novels That Shaped Our World.
Dalmatia
Dalmatia, by Ino Kuvacic, brings us over 100 authentic Croatian dishes.
With chapters covering vegetables and salads, meat dishes, fish and seafood and sweets, the book reveals authentic recipes and cherished food traditions of this little-known part of Europe – the spectacular Dalmatian coast. It is a region defined by the sea, and its cuisine has evolved from the a long and complex history that has brought many foreign influences both to its shores and its food. Fish, seafood, tomatoes and olives - and wine - are the heroes. Recipes include Splitska pašticada (braised beef with red wine, prunes and apples), Brujet (Dalmatian seafood stew), Kozice s pršutom (prawns wrapped in prosciutto with goat’s cheese) and Dubrovačka rožada (Croatian créme caramel).
Accompanied by stunning local photography of both this beautiful region and the culinary experiences and traditions it offers, Dalmatia will transport you to the sparkling coastline of Croatia from your own kitchen.
Secrets from the Flower Farm
Learn how to grow beautiful flowers wherever you live in this climate conscious guide.
What is the secret to growing abundant cut flowers even in unpredictable conditions? Here is the complete guide for your seed-to-vase journey. Grow flowers with incredible fragrance, discover gorgeous varieties, embrace sustainability and enjoy the magic of homegrown flowers.
In this book, a flower farmer shares her secrets to successfully growing cut flowers for your home, wherever you live. Whether your growing space is large or small, it’s remarkably easy to be surrounded by colour for many months of the year. Learn more about:
• Unusual, heirloom and new plant choices.
• Trending plants and flower fashion.
• Cold-hardy, heat-tolerant and drought-resistant plants.
• Soil blocking and successful growing from seed.
• Drying your own flowers.
• The importance of daylength.
• Low maintenance plants for busy people.
• Hero flowers for every season.
• Recipes for stunning arrangements.
Secrets from the Flower Farm examines innovative ways of growing and shares clever plant choices so you can cut armfuls of flowers for months on end.
The One for You
There were only a few survivors of that one fateful night. Now, twelve years later, the kids once called The Ones Who Got Away are back…and ready to claim the lives they never truly got to live.
* The goth girl and the popular boy
* The best friends turned lovers
* The hot nerd and the life of the party
* The guilt-ridden brother
* And their second chance at love
Kincaid Breslin wasn't supposed to survive that fateful night at Long Acre when so many died, including her boyfriend—but survive she did. She doesn't know why she got that chance, but now she takes life by the horns and doesn't let anybody stand in her way.
Ashton Isaacs was her best friend when disaster struck all those years ago, but he chose to run as far away as he could. Now fate has brought him back to town, and Ash doesn't know how to cope with his feelings for Kincaid and his grief over their lost friendship. For Ash has been carrying secrets, and he knows that once Kincaid learns the truth, he'll lose any chance he might have had with the only woman he's ever loved.
Hard to Get
For readers of Lucy Score and Sarah Adams comes a charming small town romance between a hard working heroine with a sexy alter-ego and the new cinnamon roll math teacher looking to spice up his vanilla life.
Everyone may know your name, but do they know the real you?
Andi Salazar's hard work at the local women's shelter makes a big difference in her small town, but at the end of a long day, Andi can't wait to blow off some steam as her sexy, voluptuous bombshell singer persona. Andi burns down the stage with her fiery spirit, catching the eyes of Galway High's popular new math teacher, Kevin Mahoney.
After his ex dubbed him as too "vanilla", Kevin's on a mission to find the real version of himself. One look at Andi and he nearly bursts into flame. After colliding in the hallway, their chemistry leads to a hot, sweet hookup that leaves him wanting more. But when their work brings them together again, Andi and Kevin can't stay apart for long. Kevin is the first man Andi feels like she can trust, and conversation with Andi makes Kevin truly enjoy opening up to her.
Although friendship may be safer, romance could be everything and more, especially when an unexpected variable changes their lives in the best way possible.
Zákoník práce v praxi, 6. vydání
Publikace, která zohledňuje všechny nejnovější novely zákoníku práce, čtenářsky atraktivním způsobem shrnuje základy právní úpravy pracovně-právních vztahů s důrazem na vznik, změny a zánik pracovního poměru a související otázky. Čtivým, srozumitelným způsobem shrnuje základní informace o aktuální legislativě, včetně odkazů na nejnovější změny i soudní rozhodnutí, poskytuje odpovědi na často kladené otázky a přibližuje celé téma pomocí praktických příkladů. Hlavní výhodou publikace je její čtivost a přehlednost pro čtenáře, který není právníkem. Výklad obsažený v publikaci jde nad rámec opakování zákonné úpravy a poskytuje čtenáři jasné řešení konkrétních praktických problémů. Samozřejmostí jsou i vzory nejčastějších pracovněprávních dokumentů.
Všechny chutě Itálie
Kdo by nemiloval Itálii – a kdo by nemiloval italskou kuchyni!? Je lehká, voňavá, chutná a při vyslovení několika kouzelných slovíček – jako olivový olej, parmezán, rajčata, ricotta – se člověku hned začnou sbíhat sliny. Italská kuchyně je jistě nemyslitelná bez pizzy a pasty, tato kuchařka však přináší i mnohé další pokrmy, které k ní neodmyslitelně patří. Vyzkoušejte třeba minestrone, scaloppine al limone, focacciu, gnocchi al limone, lahodné tiramisu nebo jihotyrolský štrúdl.
Strečink pro začátečníky
Přidejte svému kroku na pružnosti – jednoduché protahovací cviky pro úlevu od bolesti
Pohyb je život a strečink je snadný způsob zvýšení flexibility, zmírnění bolestí a zlepšení kvality vašeho života. Ať už si chcete vylepšit kondici, zotavujete se po zranění, nebo vás trápí chronické problémy, tento názorný průvodce vám ukáže, jak s pomocí dlouhého a pomalého protahování najít rychlou úlevu od nejrůznějších bolestí a zlepšit rozsah svého pohybu.
OD ZAČÁTEČNÍKA K POKROČILÉMU
Nastartujte svou kondici vhodnými svalovými pohyby, bezpečným prováděním cviků a správnými technikami dýchání.
PRUŽNOST SE POČÍTÁ
Protahujte se pomocí přehledně rozfázovaných základních cviků uspořádaných podle anatomických oblastí a získejte pohyblivost tam, kde ji nejvíc potřebujete.
ZACVIČTE SI DOMA
Najděte si správný postup pro zmírnění konkrétních bolestí či snížení každodenního stresu nebo se prostě jen protáhněte před běháním, plaváním, řízením auta…
Seznamte se s fungováním svalů a získejte spoustu rad pro začátečníky. Jakmile zvládnete základy, rozpohybujte se pomocí 75 základních protahovacích cviků určených pro konkrétní problémové oblasti. Využijte 24 sestav, které můžete provádět kdykoli a kdekoli, a zařaďte strečink do svého každodenního života jako doplněk ke svým oblíbeným sportům či způsob, jak se odtrhnout od monitoru.
Jak se osvobodit od strachu a úzkosti
Bojíte se samoty, selhání, konfrontace nebo neznámého? Strach je normální, nesmí vás ale ovládat.
Pokud se cítíte uvězněni v kruhu strachu a úzkostí, existuje cesta ven. Tato kniha pomáhá čtenářům léčit traumata, hledat jejich spouštěče a přijímat nové výzvy s větší sebedůvěrou a odolností.
Autorka, zkušená terapeutka, sdílí nejen příběhy svých klientů, ale i vlastní zkušenosti s tím, jak chronický strach dokáže člověka zablokovat. Na základě nejnovějších poznatků o fungování mozku vytvořila jednoduchý a srozumitelný šestikrokový program, který pomáhá zbavit se starých vzorců, posílit vnitřní odolnost a budovat „odvážný mozek“. Kniha nabízí praktické nástroje a naději pro každého, kdo chce konečně přestat být paralyzován strachem a začít žít s větší jistotou a klidem.
Minulost nemusí určovat naši budoucnost! Díky vědomé práci a meditačním cvičením si může každý z nás vytvořit nový, odvážnější způsob života.
Žít život beze strachu je možné. A hlavně – je to naše volba.
Práce a peníze
Jak peníze a práce skutečně ovlivňují váš život – často jinak, než si myslíte.
Tato kniha vám otevře oči. Spojuje klasickou i behaviorální ekonomii s psychologií, aby vám ukázala, proč pracujeme, jak přemýšlíme o penězích – a proč se často necháváme nevědomky ovlivňovat.
Získáte odpovědi na otázky, které jste si možná ještě nikdy nepoložili, ale ovlivňují váš každodenní život:
Proč by každý z nás měl k penězům dostat „příbalový leták“?
A proč se naše rozhodování často zvrhne ve chvíli, kdy přijde na finance?
Co pro nás dnes práce vlastně znamená – a dokázali bychom bez ní žít?
Jak ocenit práci, která není vidět – třeba péči o domácnost?
Tato kniha není jen o teorii. Najdete v ní srozumitelná vysvětlení, příklady ze života, konkrétní výpočty a experimenty, které vám pomohou lépe porozumět sobě i ostatním. Nečekejte další obhajobu konzumního života – spíš praktického průvodce, který vám pomůže porozumět vlastnímu vztahu k práci, penězům a tomu, co vás skutečně motivuje.
Kéž bych věděla
„Berte tuhle knížku jako malou příručku k životu, k níž jsem dospěla hlavně díky chvílím, kdy jsem byla na dně. Vezměte ji do ruky pokaždé, když narazíte na novou překážku, otevřete na náhodné stránce a připomeňte si s její pomocí to, co nejspíš už v hloubi duše víte.“ - Donna Ashworth
V dnešním uspěchaném světě je sbírka básní, afirmací a drobných textů Kéž bych věděla klidným průvodcem divočinou života, kompasem nabízejícím laskavý pohled na vlastní duši i tělo, moudrým rádcem pro chvíle citových bouří i zásadních okamžiků. Provází ženy na cestě duševního zrání, k psychickému zdraví a osobnímu růstu.
Díky upřímnosti a autentickým zkušenostem jsou autorčina slova povzbuzením k odvaze čelit všemu, co přichází, i inspirací nacházet krásu uprostřed všednosti.
Každá stránka jiskří radostí a vděčností a ukazuje cestu, jak se odrazit ode dna a najít svůj vlastní hlas. Slova Donny Ashworth ukonejší vaši duši, posílí vás a pomohou vám najít sama sebe. Vnesou vám do srdce útěchu, sebedůvěru a vědomí sesterství a přijetí.
Knihy pre každého kúpite na e-shope alebo v kníhkupectvách Panta Rhei.