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Hitler's People


A biographical study of Hitler's inner circle offers a new way to understand the horrors of the Nazi regime Why did so many Germans take part in the crimes of Nazi Germany? How did they come to support Hitler and follow him almost to the very end? For too long, the Nazis have been presented as little more than psychopaths or criminals. In his major new work, renowned historian Richard J. Evans makes use of a mass of recently unearthed new evidence to strip away the veneer of myth and legend from the faces of the Third Reich and present a more realistic view of Nazi perpetrators as human beings who were disturbingly like us. Evans offers rounded, fresh and often startling new portraits of the men and women who created and served Nazi Germany, beginning with Hitler himself and going on to encompass leading figures like Göring, Goebbels and Himmler, enforcers of Hitler's orders such as Eichmann and Heydrich, propagandists like Leni Riefenstahl, low-level perpetrators such as the notorious Irma Grese and unknown sympathizers and fellow-travellers who helped the regime in myriad ways. Hitler's People is a chilling, brilliantly written work which allows the reader to understand the texture and values of the Third Reich and just how far individuals will go when so many normal moral constraints have disappeared.
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21,95 €

How to Save the Internet


The global, open internet is fragmenting. How To Save the Internet outlines the global cooperation needed to reform Big Tech and preserve the internet as we know it. As democracies aim to control Big Tech, Silicon Valley adopts an America-first agenda, and authoritarian regimes like China and Russia isolate their populations from the internet, the most powerful tool for bringing us together risks being dismantled. Nick Clegg, Meta's former President of Global Affairs, reveals where Big Tech has faltered, how Silicon Valley's insularity has led to mistakes, and the necessary radical reforms for global platforms to ensure their future. While new regulations are crucial, imposing national borders on the internet would undermine its capacity for sharing knowledge, collaboration, education, trade, research, and ultimately, for the empowerment and improvement of billions of lives. Radical, reasonable, deeply felt and disarmingly honest, this is the book we need to save the internet.
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23,95 €

The Untapped Self


''This book is so good! Brilliantly written, enlightening and deeply compelling. The Untapped Self is a fascinating read on the subject of healing.'' - DOLLY ALDERTON''I loved this book - funny, fascinating and scarcely believable if I hadn''t experienced such a dramatic boost in my own heath from Gerad''s treatments.'' - RUPERT EVERETTAt the age of twenty-seven, Gerad suffered a life-altering breakdown. When conventional treatments failed to help, he sought an alternative solution and immersed himself in the teachings of ancient Chinese philosophy and acupuncture. According to this system of medicine, we are all made up of the five elements of Nature (wood, fire, earth, metal, water). When they are in balance, we thrive; when they are not, chaos ensues. Sceptical at first, but desperate to feel well, Gerad took a leap of faith - one that was to open his eyes to a new way of being. In this remarkable book, Gerad, now a master in Five Element acupuncture, recounts the stories of ten patients who, like him, were searching for a way to heal themselves. Allowing us to sit in on their therapy sessions, he explores their extraordinarily varied and complex life experiences, and challenges all our modern assumptions about what it takes to find happiness and fulfilment. These fascinating case studies explain the very essence of what is to be human - loves and losses, struggles and triumphs - and offer a transformative path to healing and renewal. "A human and humorous insight into the magic of acupuncture. Gerad is the most incredible practitioner, and Five-Element Acupuncture has been a healing force through difficult times in my life, and continues to help me thrive both personally and professionally." - MELANIE CHISHOLM (MEL C)
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22,99 €

Love’s Labour


‘A work of genius… It would not be humanly possible for me to recommend his work more highly’ India Knight‘Left me feeling wiser and more open to life’ Oliver BurkemanLuminous and necessary stories from the psychoanalyst's consulting room; on desire, heartbreak and learning how to love. When it comes to love why do we find things so difficult? Drawing on over forty years of candid and surprising conversations with his patients, Stephen Grosz asks, what gets in the way of our falling in love? And what must we do to stay ther? n the intimate space of the consulting room, we meet the woman who can’t post her wedding invitations but then, decades later, can’t decide whether to get divorced; the friendship group that explodes when an adulterous affair begins; and the man whose partner’s death is almost too much to bear. As an analyst, Grosz’s unerring ability is to locate what ails the heartsick. As a writer, he elegantly shows how we can deploy the agonies of love as tools for understanding. The labour of love is the work of a lifetime but in finally learning to see ourselves and our world clearly, we find we are truly ready to love one another. *** A 'BEST BOOK OF 2025' IN THE TIMES AND IRISH TIMES***‘The poet laureate of human emotion’ Elizabeth Day‘This man could save your marriage’ Sunday Times'Stephen Grosz ... is one of the best at writing about psychoanalysis' The Times'Powerful and compelling' Guardian'This is a beautiful book' Nigella Lawson
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25,49 €

Witches


Witches – whether broomstick-riding spell-casters or Wiccan earth-worshippers – have been culturally relevant for centuries. For centuries, too, belief in the potency of witchcraft has been debated, accused witches have been hunted and punished, and film and TV productions have brought the witch and the witch-hunter to big and small screens.But where did our perception of witches – good and bad – come from? What motivated wide-scale panics about witchcraft during certain periods? How were alleged witches identified, accused, and variously tortured and punishe? teven Veerapen traces witches, witchcraft, and witch-hunters from the explosion of mass-trials under King James VI and I in the late sixteenth century to the death of the witch-hunting phenomenon in the early eighteenth century. Based on documents and the latest historical research, he explores what motivated widespread belief in demonic witchcraft throughout Britain as well as in continental Europe, what caused mass panics about alleged witches, and what led, ultimately, to the relegation of the witch – and the witch-hunter – to the realm of fantasy and the fringes of society.
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26,99 €

Big Pussy Energy


Big Pussy Energy offers daily rituals and journal prompts designed to ignite your power and help you become your most passionate and inspired self. Written by sexologist Vanessa Muradian, Big Pussy Energy is an incredibly uplifting an inspiring book of activities, mantras, inspiring quotes and journalling prompts that will awaken the power within you. It will help you tune into your body, connect with your desires, liberate yourself from fear, and teach you how to embody your most gentle, loud, proud, self-loving, authentic and confident self. Featuring gorgeous illustrations by Dai Ruiz, Big Pussy Energy will help fire up your fierce femme power. 
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13,49 €

Bibliotherapy


'Utterly fascinating. I have long felt that books can be medicine. Now I understand why. Read this book. Feel better.'Beth Kempton, bestselling author of Wabi SabiOne of the most fascinating books that I have read in years! Beautifully written and full of insights, this book demonstrates the healing power of stories and how you can transform your life through bibliotherapy.'Simon Alexander Ong, bestselling author of EnergizeIn this unique and transformational guide to healing, bibliotherapist and counsellor Bijal Shah explores the restorative power of reading. Bibliotherapy traces the history of how therapeutic reading evolved - including the important role played by the best writers such as the Stoics, Montaigne, Eliot and Wordsworth. In doing so, Bijal offers first-hand stories from clients who have found solace in great works of literature when struggling with grief, relationships or illness. Full of practical advice and insights into how bibliotherapy really works, Bijal offers an A to Z reading list of books for every mood and need. A joyful reminder of how comforting and life-changing reading can be, Bibliotherapy is a sumptuous celebration of books that will invite you to see them as more than just an escape, but a legitimate form of self-care.
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14,99 €

Autokrácia Rt.


„Mindannyian látjuk magunk előtt az autokrata állam karikatúráját. A képen az állam élén egy gazember a markában tartja a katonaságot és a rendőrséget, amely erőszakkal fenyegeti a lakosságot. Mindenfelé ádáz kollaboránsok, esetleg feltűnik a kép szélén néhány bátor másként gondolkodó. A huszonegyedik században azonban ennek a képnek már vajmi kevés köze van a valósághoz. Manapság az autokráciákat nem egy gonosz ember vezeti. A hatalmat bonyolult hálózatok gyakorolják, amelyek kleptokratikus rendszerekre, katonai, félkatonai, rendőri erőszakszervekre és propagandát, dezinformációt terjesztő, megfigyelést végző szakértői csoportokra épülnek.” Anne Applebaum új könyve elmélyült alapossággal tekinti át, hogy a „régi vágású” diktatúrákból autokráciákká váló rendszerek milyen ijesztő hatékonysággal dolgoznak a demokratikus világ meggyöngítésén. Az utóbbi évek, évtizedek hozadéka, hogy ázsiai, afrikai és európai országok hagyományos diktatúrákból autokráciákká alakultak, amelyek egyrészt profitalapon – is – működnek (innen a könyv címe), másrészt az ideológiai kérdésektől függetlenül az egymással történő folyamatos kooperációt is a rendszer fennmaradása feltételének tartják.
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11,26 €

The Imagination Pulse


This Element explores the transformative power of reading as a deeply imaginative, embodied process. It challenges conventional views of reading as mere decoding and argues that reading involves a dynamic interplay between perception, imagination, and the body. Drawing from ecological-embodied theories and cross-disciplinary insights, it introduces the concept of 'breaks' in reading – moments of pause, disruption, and reflection – as essential to fostering rich imaginative engagement. By focusing on multiscalar attention, pacemaking, and material engagement, the Element proposes a novel framework for understanding reading as an active, creative process that enhances cognitive and emotional depth. Through a cognitive ethnography of reading, the Element demonstrates how these imaginative breaks can cultivate more meaningful and sustained interactions with texts, offering insights for education and reading practices. Ultimately, the Element seeks to reimagine the role of reading in enhancing imaginative capacities and navigating today's complex social and global challenges.
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24,49 €

Tracks on the Ocean


Longlisted for the 2025 BSHS Hughes Prize ''Enthralling'' Philip Ball''Ingenious'' Sujit SivasundaramIn Tracks on the Ocean, Sara Caputo tells how our journeys around the globe became fixed lines on maps - and how journey lines themselves reshaped maps and the way that we view the world. From Captain Cook''s route across the South Seas to the disorientating power of digital technology, the tracks we''ve left on the oceans - trading, exploring and conquering - are a hidden record of humanity''s impact on the planet. Revealing their histories, Caputo uncovers a fascinating new history of maritime travel and modernity.Weaving human history, cartography, literature and climate science, Tracks on the Ocean reveals how, on the path to discovery, we have changed the world.
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17,99 €

The Little Book of Diwali


Feasts, fireworks, friends and family - Diwali''s festival of lights is a millennia-old religious and cultural tradition that celebrates more than just the defeating of evil spirits with an abundance of light, it is also a time where knowledge triumphs over ignorance, and the Indian nation enters a New Year with a new harvest and new fortunes. Diwali is India''s No.1 national holiday, a day observed and enjoyed by more than 1.7 billion people globally, and the largest multi-faith celebration on earth.This Little Guide to Diwali shines a brilliant and pure light of illumination on this incredible festive celebration with more than 175 easy-to-remember (and hard-to-forget) facts, quotes and trivia about Diwali''s deep-rooted origins and traditions, serving as an ideal introductory reader to those wishing to learn more, as well as the ultimate gift for those who already observe this happy, holy holiday every year.So, put on your kurtas and saris, light up your diyas, unwrap your mithai and wrap up your uphaar, because it''s time for the festival of lights to begin. Shubh Deepavali!SAMPLE CONTENT"Let''s not only celebrate with lights but also with the light of wisdom."Mahatma Gandhi"Diwali is about setting goals, not accumulating gold. As Lakshmi comes from Lakshya, meaning Goal."Tapan GhoshDiwali is celebrated over five days, with each day observing its own unique traditions.While Diwali is primarily a festival celebrated by Hindus it is also celebrated by Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists with each religion honouring different origins and traditions.
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9,99 €

Mothering on Our Own


For all the books on pregnancy, preparing for parenthood and what to expect postpartum, very few touch on what happens when you're faced with going it alone. Mothering on Our Own is a raw and honest collection of 30 stories from single and solo mothers.  Whether by circumstance or choice, solo and single parenting is a long – and often isolating – road, but there is so much wisdom to be learned from others. From managing co-parenting to juggling work and caring for children, escaping abusive relationships, overcoming societal stigmas to finding community and a working out who you are on your own, these stories encapsulate the resilience, courage, boundless love and unwavering spirit of mums.
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25,49 €

The Secrets of Successful Friendships


The second book in The School of Life''s ''Secrets'' series, offering lessons on the emotional skills necessary to build and maintain friendships Few things promise as much potential happiness as friendship, yet the challenge of finding and maintaining meaningful connections remains one of life''s great struggles. Through The School of Life''s unique approach to psychology, philosophy and cultural history, The Secrets of Successful Friendships offers a thoughtful exploration of why friendship is both more complex and more rewarding than we typically imagine, and offers strategic for creating strong bonds with others. It examines why we get lonely, what holds us back from deeper connections, and how we might develop the emotional intelligence needed for lasting bonds. With characteristic wisdom and warmth, the book explores different varieties of friendship, from casual acquaintances to profound lifelong connections, while offering practical insights into overcoming common obstacles like shyness, envy and fear of vulnerability. By explaining friendship''s true purpose, the book gives us a chance to build new relationships of genuine depth and meaning.
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22,99 €

Meltdown!


This humorous picture book uses robots to help kids explore big emotions.   Did you know robots never stay up past their bedtime? They power down right at seven o amp rsquo clock. And when robots are upset, they never hit. They use their programming language: BLEEP BLOOP! But even robots with all the latest updates will occasionally malfunction. Meltdowns happen. And while they are no fun, they don amp rsquo t last forever. Meltdown! normalizes big emotions and explores some ways to cope with even the biggest mega robot meltdowns. With colorful illustrations full of imaginative details, this pun-tastic picture book is fun to read for robo-kids and grown-up robots alike.
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19,99 €

Ve vyhnanství


Po vzniku Charty 77 hledal komunistický režim způsoby, jak potlačit domácí opozici. Akce Asanace umožnila režimu v 80. letech vystěhování nepohodlných signatářů Charty. Tato publikace je zaměřena na výpovědi generace proživších akci Asanace osobně, a dále druhé a třetí generace jejich potomků. Zachycujeme vyprávění účastníků a analyzujeme je v mezigeneračním srovnání. Popis výpovědí tří generací doplňují čtyři další texty – osobní zkušenosti s akcí Asanace Ivanky Lefeuvre z první generace, úvaha Věry Roubalové o zkušenostech těch, kteří v Československu zůstali, pohled účastníka druhé generace, Vavřince Hutky, a úvaha o domovu z hlediska zkušenosti migrantů. Ukazujeme psychologické důsledky vyhnání, vykořenění a přerušení kontinuity.
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27,85 €

Oliver Twist & Me


"A fascinating family and social history and a savage indictment of the role of child slavery in the growth of the Industrial Revolution," Catherine Taylor, author of The Stirrings: A Memoir in Northern TimeWe all think we know the tale. As a child, Charles Dickens was forced to work in a mouldering Thames-side blacking factory, an event that scarred him for life and inspired Oliver Twist. Except that''s only part of the story. In reality, Dickens appropriated the stories of foundlings and orphans - including Robert Blincoe, whose memoir supplied the source material for his great novel of childhood. In Oliver Twist & Me, novelist Nicholas Blincoe presents a dual biography of Dickens and his great-great-great-grandfather Robert, showing how the story of an orphan took off in different directions, helping Dickens project himself as an inimitable literary one-off, just as Robert''s memoir of a workhouse boy gave a voice to the masses.From London and Kent to the factories of Manchester, Blincoe retraces the steps of both men, along the way discovering the Camden workhouse that inspired Dickens and revisiting the great stage musical. His journeys with his family and his dog Fredo lead him to an affectionate reassessment of a beloved classic, while also revealing how Dickens shaped the story of his lonely childhood to suppress his debt to his family, hide his affairs and, as his career ignited, abandon the people who had helped him. By playing off the lives of a working-class hero and a classic author, Oliver Twist & Me reveals Dickens - and his world - as they have never been seen before.
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33,49 €

Of Doves and Ravens: The Witches and Wisefolk of Wales and the Borders


Magic pervades every inch of Wales, from Anglesey in the north to the Vale of Glamorgan in the south, from the Marches in the east to the shores of the west. Every corner of this landscape has stories of local magicians and witches, yet so many of these figures are relatively unknown outside of Wales and are overshadowed by their English counterparts.Set in encyclopedia format, Of Doves & Ravens invites readers on a tour through the rich folklore of this landscape. Discover the recollections of market fortune-tellers who historically plied their trade in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and meet the gwrach who dwell in lonely places; the dynen hysbys who help find lost cattle and protect against the malevolence of witches; and the legendary magicians who summon demons and often are buried in the walls of church.This is magical Wales revealed.
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26,99 €

The Rage of Party


THE TIMES HISTORY BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025A CAPX AND ENGELSBERG IDEAS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025 The late 17th century saw the rise of a new phenomenon that would transform Britain forever: party politics. Beginning with a furious dispute over whether to allow a Roman Catholic - James II - to become king, the division between Whig and Tory marked the chief political battlelines of a ferociously polarised country for several tumultuous generations. The Rage of Party traces the thrilling story of how these two parties - one representing the established social forces of squire, church and monarchy; the other the rising forces of financial power and Protestant Dissent - settled the defining debates of the age, culminating in a dramatic fight to the death over peace, piety and the Protestant Succession in the age of Queen Anne. Their bitter disputes over religion, economics and the constitution profoundly influenced many of the forces and institutions that shaped the modern world, ranging from the City of London and the Bank of England to the Union between England and Scotland and the British Empire. From vicious pamphlet wars and some of history's most corrupt and riotous elections through a revolution, multiple assassination attempts and enough scandals to make even the most louche modern politician blush, this brilliantly researched book shows how a motley crew of rakes, hypocrites, cunning tricksters and scheming clergymen engaged in not only a political confrontation that threatened a second civil war, but a culture war that still finds echoes in 21st-century Britain. 'This is a lucid and exciting account of high and low politics in the crucial years of Whig and Tory battles following the Glorious Revolution, when Great Britain was created, and a new world of money, war and empire dawned. George Owers grippingly recounts the culture wars, paranoia, self-seeking and skulduggery that are "both recognisable and strange". Recognizable because "we are all still, in our heart of hearts, either Whig or Tory", and we are still grappling with their legacy' - Robert Tombs, author of The English and their History'This book is a delight. Written with vivacity and veracity it sheds light on the miracle of English party politics' - Maurice Glasman'We tend to think of our current age as uniquely fractious but as George Owers shows in his engrossing new book, it is a kindergarten compared to the "Rage of Party'' this country experienced in the late seventeen and early eighteenth centuries. The story he tells so vividly has it all: political divisions, religious strife, immigration controversies, fake news, arguments over foreign policy, Anglo-Scottish tensions - polarisation all round!' - Brendan Simms, author of Europe: The Struggle for Supremacy, 1453 to the Present'A highly readable account of the beginnings of the party system in Britain, with insights that are relevant for understanding of politics in any era. George Owers's vivid recreation of the conflict of Whigs and Tories illuminates what was a crucial period in the rise of Britain as a major European and global power' - David Hayton, editor of The History of Parliament: The House of Commons 1690-1715'Today's party politics absorbs us. When did British party politics begin and how? George Owers's book provides a compelling analysis, brilliantly interweaving vivid vignettes into a masterly narrative' - Mark Goldie, Emeritus Professor of History, University of Cambridge
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39,49 €

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