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1977, When the Eternal City Turned Red
1977, When the Eternal City Turned Red is the definitive story of the famous night when Liverpool first lifted the European Cup. John Grant gets the inside track from legendary players, their families, their German opponents, the press and ordinary fans to tell the tale of an unforgettable night that was both a footballing and personal watershed. Ian Callaghan, Jimmy Case, David Fairclough, Howard Gayle, Kevin Keegan, Brian Kettle, Sammy Lee, Terry and Peter McDermott and 1974 World Cup winner Rainer Bonhof all offer their thoughtful reflections. The Paisley family share their memories of travelling to Rome with fellow supporters, and fondly recall their famous father – a man who, despite his monumental success, was never comfortable in the limelight. Nostalgic, moving, and at times funny, this evocative and informative account is a must-read for every Liverpool fan.
Science in the Snakepit
People have always been fascinated by snakes, but only during the last few decades have researchers begun to reveal the secret lives of these most mysterious of animals. Rick Shine is one of the most eminent of those scientists, and his book describes the adventures and misadventures of researchers who have investigated the ecology and biology of these fantastic beasts – and sometimes, have paid with their lives. This richly-illustrated title chronicles the revolution in our understanding of snakes, the new methods that have arisen to enable those breakthroughs, and the serendipitous and often-chaotic processes by which human beings accumulate insights into other forms of life. Recent years have witnessed an incredible flowering of snake-ecology research, with a rapidly expanding diversity not only of the snake species being studied and the places where this occurs, but also of the kinds of people making those discoveries. Snakes are peculiar animals, and they attract peculiar people. This book captures the thrills and perils of a worldwide scientific leap forward, from fear and ignorance of snakes towards respect and understanding. This professional biologist’s ramble through the history of people’s attempt to understand the private lives of snakes – with lots of stories about the eccentric pioneers – will appeal to anyone with an interest in snakes and natural history.
Birds: What's in a Name
This entertaining and informative guide explains the meanings of bird names, many of which have fascinating origins and stories behind them. The universal system of ‘scientific’ names, based largely on Greek and Latin, is used in all good bird books and assists birdwatchers around the world in figuring out exactly what they are looking at. While some of the names are fairly self-explanatory – such as Troglodytes for wren, meaning ‘cave-dweller’ – others are more mysterious – Caprimulgus for nightjar, for example, meaning ‘goat-sucker’. Covering hundreds of bird species from around the world, Birds: What’s In A Name? includes explanations of hundreds of scientific names and common names, as well as delivering a wealth of other facts and trivia relating to the species concerned. In short, it’s the most readable and entertaining book on the subject available anywhere. Anas platyrhynchos (Mallard) ‘The duck with the flat beak’. Ixobrychus minutus (Little Bittern) ‘Small reed bellower’. Strigops habroptilus (Kakapo) A bird that ‘looks like an owl, with soft feathers’. Ptilonorhynchus violaceus (Satin Bowerbird) ‘Violet bird with a feathered bill’. Tachybaptus ruficollis (Little Grebe) Literally translated, this is the ‘red-collared fast-sinker’.
Equestrian
Exclusivity: Emphasising luxury brands and the sophisticated aesthetics of equestrian culture
Global Perspective: Showcasing prestigious equestrian centres and cultural diversity from around the world
Expertise: Featuring celebrated equestrian professionals and industry icons
Text in English and German
Equestrian – The Ultimate Book offers an exclusive glimpse into the world of equestrian sport as a refined expression of a luxurious lifestyle. This beautifully illustrated volume features in-depth portraits of renowned horse racing events such as Royal Ascot and the Dubai World Cup, alongside striking equestrian arenas steeped in cultural significance. It explores the captivating allure of galloping, show jumping, and polo, while highlighting prominent figures in the sport. Enriched with lifestyle features on handcrafted saddles and opulent hotels associated with major equestrian events, this book is a perfect book for discerning equestrian enthusiasts and admirers of exquisite elegance.
Text in English and German.
Limitless
This book breaks the boundaries of conventional car books: Limitless unites the fascination of extraordinary vehicles with the majestic landscapes of Norway. Here, spectacular fjord roads, deep-blue lakes and picturesque coastal villages meet the perfectly sculpted lines of supercars and classics. Each route – from the Lofoten Islands and the legendary Atlantic Road to the hairpin bends of the Trollstigen – is presented in detail with maps, photo spots, and recommendations for hotels, restaurants and special stopovers, inviting readers to follow in its tracks. The result is the ultimate experience: a unique interplay of visual pleasure, inspiring travel guide and captivating car book.
Off Track
Off Track showcases the full fascination of running off the beaten track in all its facets: from portraits of influential figures and legendary races to the most beautiful routes around the globe. Striking photography allows readers to immerse themselves deeply in nature and feel the thrill of every climb, while inspiring texts tell of the determination to push beyond one’s limits and the power of a supportive community. Trail running is far more than a sport – it is a way of life that unites a spirit of adventure, a close connection to nature and mindfulness. Rounded off with practical tips on training, equipment and planning, this book is for adventurers, nature lovers and anyone who wants to experience the magic of trail running.
Šach na cesty
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The Significance of Souness
In 1986, Rangers FC made a bold move that changed Scottish football forever. The appointment of Graeme Souness as player-manager marked the end of a nine-year title drought and the beginning of a new era atIbrox. Backed with serious investment and a clear mandate, Souness won the league in his first season and reignited the club's ambition. This book revisits that transformative period, when Celtic, Aberdeen and Dundee United were the dominant forces. With fresh insight from Rangers legends such as Terry Butcher, Ian Durrant and John Brown, and reflectionsfrom rivals including Souness's former international teammate Alan Rough, we explore the battles on the pitch and the drama behind the scenes. Former Rangers player and then-Hearts boss Alex MacDonald also shareshis memories of how his old club changed almost overnight. Forty years on, we uncover stories never told before, with Souness himself at the heart of it. Featuring a foreword by iconic captain Richard Gough, and a postscript from Rangers record goal scorer Ally McCoist, this is a compelling look at the revolution that reshaped Rangers. As Ian Ferguson put it, 'I could have gone to Man Utd., but when Souness trapped up at Ibrox, there was only one destination for me.'
Ugly Animals
Mother Nature’s more aesthetically challenged children have been neglected for too long. The plight of the panda is known the world over because of its teddy-like good looks, but most species are not so lucky. This book, however, aims to shine a light on some of the many ignored and unloved wonders of the animal kingdom. Their hideousness hides their incredible biology and means that we may not have noticed that they need our help. It is time to celebrate the Ugly Animals.
Field Guide to the Dragonflies and Damselflies of Great Britain and Ireland
The essential field guide to British and Irish Odonata, featuring unrivalled full-colour artwork of all 58 species. 'A jewel of a book' - The IndependentAdult dragonflies are among the largest and most spectacular insects alive today, and their beautiful colours, phenomenal aerobatic skills and preference for flying in warm, sunny weather make them easy to observe. Now in its sixth edition, this trusted, practical guide enables you to identify all 58 species across the British Isles, featuring fascinating descriptive accounts and helpful insect-watching tips. It brings together more than 300 exquisitely detailed illustrations by renowned wildlife artist Richard Lewington alongside 168 stunning photographs to showcase the essential identification characteristics. Regional guides, flight-period charts and distribution maps help you to determine when and where to see each species, and an identification key to the larvae of all the resident and migratory dragonfly and damselfly species is also provided. Whether you are just beginning to explore the world of dragonflies and damselflies or are a long-time enthusiast, this an indispensable companion for discovering and identifying these remarkable insects.
Football Against The Enemy
'GREAT' Independent'TERRIFIC' Guardian'WONDERFUL' Time Out'QUALITY' Mail on Sunday'DEFINITIVE' FourFourTwoWinner of the William Hill Sports Book AwardFeatured in FourFourTwo's list of 'The 10 Best Football Books Ever'Featured in Esquire's 'Best Sports Books Ever Written'Throughout the world, football is a potent force in the lives of billions of people. Whether national, political or cultural identities, football is the medium through which the world's hopes and fears, passions and hatreds are expressed. Simon Kuper travelled to twenty-two countries from South Africa and Italy to Russia and the USA to examine the way football has shaped them. At the same time, he tried to find out what lies behind each nation's distinctive style of play, from the carefree self-expression of the Brazilians to the anxious calculation of the Italians. During his journeys he met an extraordinary range of players, politicians and - of course - the fans themselves, all of whom revealed in their different ways the unique place football has in the life of the planet.
Field Guide to the Dragonflies and Damselflies of Great Britain and Ireland
The essential field guide to British and Irish Odonata, featuring unrivalled full-colour artwork of all 58 species. 'A jewel of a book' - The IndependentAdult dragonflies are among the largest and most spectacular insects alive today, and their beautiful colours, phenomenal aerobatic skills and preference for flying in warm, sunny weather make them easy to observe. Now in its sixth edition, this trusted, practical guide enables you to identify all 58 species across the British Isles, featuring fascinating descriptive accounts and helpful insect-watching tips. It brings together more than 300 exquisitely detailed illustrations by renowned wildlife artist Richard Lewington alongside 168 stunning photographs to showcase the essential identification characteristics. Regional guides, flight-period charts and distribution maps help you to determine when and where to see each species, and an identification key to the larvae of all the resident and migratory dragonfly and damselfly species is also provided. Whether you are just beginning to explore the world of dragonflies and damselflies or are a long-time enthusiast, this an indispensable companion for discovering and identifying these remarkable insects.
Classic Football Shirts
This is a love letter to football shirts and fan culture, told through the world’s most sought-after kits. From greatest hits to modern classics, this book includes all of the most iconic shirts from the archive of Classic Football Shirts.
Featuring hundreds of match-worn shirts from clubs around the world, from the early career of Ronaldo to the heights of Beckham at Manchester United, alongside shirts from iconic football moments, including Maradona’s infamous hand-of-God match, Pelé and Zidane’s world cup victories, the style and flair of Italia ’90 and Messi’s record-breaking season at Barcelona.
In essays by sports journalist Rory Smith, Classic Football Shirts delves into the identity, history and fashion of football shirts, illustrated with hundreds of shirts from national teams, beloved clubs, World Cups, Champions League finals and footballing legends.
Painstakingly researched and collected by the team at Classic Football Shirts over twenty years, in this book they have unlocked their vault, telling the story of football through its most iconic kits.
Special Brew
"This is the kind of book I like, recording all the 'runts in the litter' so to speak," says well-known motoring writer Graham Gauld. Robert Young documents in Special Brew the fascinating story of the Formula One and Libre specials that competed in the South African Drivers' Championship in its 'golden age' of the late 1950s and 1960s. Impecunious enthusiasts conceived and built these racing specials, the 'runts in the litter' to some, at a time when state-of-the-art machinery from abroad was unattainable or beyond their means. The result was the flowering of ingenious home-built designs such as Peter de Klerk's Alfa Special, Doug Serrurier's LDS marque, Gordon Henderson's Scorpions and Tony Kotze's low-slung Assegai. Complemented by a remarkable array of photographs, many in colour, Special Brew tells the story of these cars and the personalities associated with them in great detail, revealing many little-known facts, some drawn from the author's own observation while attending the events and from interviews with the personalities involved. This truly unique and 'special' book perfectly captures the atmosphere of racing at the time.
Analytical Chemistry in Archaeology
This volume serves as an introduction to the principles and applications of analytical chemistry to archaeological materials. Accessible to students without a comprehensive background in chemistry, it will enable them to draw meaningful interpretations from analytical data in order to facilitate a deeper understanding of the beliefs of people in the distant past. The second edition has been thoroughly revised to include the cutting-edge developments in analytical chemistry that have occurred over the last two decades. It offers a detailed explanation of the principles behind the analytical techniques, allowing archaeologists to appreciate the strengths and limitations of data generated through analysis of archaeological objects. The volume also includes interdisciplinary perspectives, showing how the interaction between a range of disciplines enables a deeper understanding of human behaviour and beliefs in the past. Importantly, the book provides basic information on laboratory procedures and safety that fosters an understanding of the practicalities of laboratory science.
Become Unstoppable
In a career spanning almost three decades, visionary psychological coach, Gilbert Enoka, has left his fingerprint on all aspects of the All Blacks winning machine. With a 77% winning record in test match rugby, the highest of any professional sports team, they are the only international team to have a winning record against every opponent. That performance is only possible because they leave no part of their preparation to chance. Their winning mindset and resilience are as important as the physical training and Gilbert Enoka was their secret weapon. For the first time, Gilbert distils his essential lessons to building unshakeable staying power – particularly at times of high pressure where others would crumble – creating a winning team mentality – where the no assholes rule is king – and leaving things better than how you found them so that we can all learn the All Blacks way. Discover how to build a winning culture, hone your leadership to inspire your team in times of need and establish iconic rules for performance that will become your competitive advantage for years to come.
Ascent
THE STORY OF HOW A WILD MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE EVOLVED INTO AN ELITE OLYMPIC SPORT'Why is the best blood of England to waste itself in scaling hitherto inaccessible peaks, in staining the eternal snow, and reaching the unfathomable abyss never to return?’ - The Times, 1865In the 1950s, rock climbing was a wild mountain adventure that was defined by a rebellious, bohemian culture and practised by small groups of amateur enthusiasts. Today, rock-climbing has become a professionalised, high-performance, mass-participation Olympic sport. There are now more than 400 climbing walls and over 500,000 people climb regularly in the UK. Ascent tells the story of this remarkable transformation. Anthony King – a dedicated climber himself – traces the sport’s evolution through decades of rebellion, innovation and achievement to its place today as a vibrant, diverse culture. His own experiences colour the narrative; we discover not just how climbing developed, but what it feels like to climb and be a climber. More than just a history of the sport, through this story we also see how British society itself has changed. Expansive, immediate and deeply engaging, Ascent is both cultural sport history and lived experience.
NASCAR Champions
Discover what it takes to be a NASCAR Cup Champion! This officially licensed and stunningly illustrated volume chronicles the story of every Champion in the series’ history.Over the decades, NASCAR’s top drivers have achieved legendary status. Winners like Lee and Richard Petty, Dale “the Intimidator” Earnhardt, “Wonder Boy” Jeff Gordon, and super-champion Jimmy Johnson have etched their names in the record books, each contributing to NASCAR’s ongoing evolution. Fierce rivalries, unforgettable victories, and crushing losses weave through the stories of each of NASCAR’s Cup Champions.From NASCAR’s birth on the dirt tracks of the South to today’s superspeedways, NASCAR Champions: Every Cup Winner from 1949 to Today details it all with:A chapter for every Champion, covering their story and winning season(s), beginning with the first, 1949’s Red Byron200 exhilarating photographs from NASCAR’s historic archive and top race photographersEngaging commentary by sports journalist and NASCAR insider H.A. Branham, who knows many of these winning drivers personallySidebars covering topics like greatest races, key seasons, milestone moments, and moreThis is a must-have reference and collectible for any NASCAR fan.
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