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The Accidental Soldier


THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ''The Accidental Soldier is brilliant. It''s hilarious. It''s laugh-out-loud funny. A confident 11/10.''-The Wavell Room podcast''An instant classic'' RICHARD CURTIS''A non-fiction Catch-22'' MATT HAIG Readers are LOVING The Accidental Soldier:''One of the funniest books you will ever read'' ?????''I absolutely loved it - it''s so very funny but also very poignant in parts. I can''t recommend it enough'' ?????''Very funny, thought-provoking and a fantastic read. I thoroughly enjoyed it'' ????? ''I''ve spent 15 years waiting for a book which entertainingly brings to life the humour, mundanity & absurdity of serving in Iraq . . . Thankfully this is that book and it is excellent'' ????? ''Absolutely brilliant from start to finish . . . Just when you feel the situation is about to drop off a cliff (again!), Mulligan turns it around with a jab of wit as amusing yet as honest as the chance of surviving in a Snatch Land Rover in Basra. Read it in three evenings'' ????? -------Owain Mulligan was never what you''d call a career soldier. Nor even a particularly good one. At weekends he trained with the Territorial Army and dreamt of swapping the mayhem of teaching in a tough school for the adventure of service in Iraq. At least they''d let him wear a helmet in Iraq.But when the job in headquarters he''s been expecting doesn''t materialise, he finds himself on the streets of Basra during one of the most violent periods of the conflict. Between homicidal militias, a chain of command who seem determined to get him killed, and equipment which might well do it for them, he and his men have their work cut out. It certainly puts double geography with 9E into perspective.The Accidental Soldier is a searingly honest and darkly funny account of what it was really like being in the British Army in Iraq (including all the bits they probably hoped you''d never find out). We share all the hardships, fears, and occasional lunacy of military life as Owain and his men try to navigate a war gone badly wrong. One thing''s for sure; you''ll never look at the phrase ''military precision'' in quite the same way again...------ ''This book is absolutely incredible. It made me laugh more than any book in so many years. I found the writing just so unbelievably brilliant and hilarious and affecting . . . I am crazy about it!'' - Marina Hyde''I loved it . . . relentlessly funny and really well written'' - John Oliver''Authentic and compulsive'' - Richard E. Grant''A fascinating insight into the often farcical chaos and catastrophe of war. Reads like a non-fiction Catch-22. Compelling, enlightening and bleakly funny. A jaw-dropping read.'' - Matt Haig''An instant classic - a deeply funny and mordant book about war.'' - Richard Curtis ------100% of the author''s royalty earnings (expected to be at least L20,000) from sales of the book in the UK & Commonwealth will be given to War Child (a registered charity, charity number 1071659) and its wholly owned subsidiary War Child Trading Limited (a registered company, company number 05100189).
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29,49 €

Lost Voices of the Dambusters Raid


The definitive oral history of the raid featuring contributions from Mission Commander Guy Gibson and Bouncing Bomb creator Barnes Wallis.The Dambusters raid was one of the most iconic missions of the Second World War.Three dams along Germany’s Ruhr Valley, which powered the nation’s industrial war effort, were the target. To overcome the torpedo nets and other defences, Barnes Wallis invented the ‘bouncing’ bomb to skim along the surface of the reservoirs before breaching the dam walls.617 Squadron was chosen to deliver them. On the night of 16–17 May 1943, nineteen specially modified Lancaster bombers left Britain. Weeks of training under absolute secrecy were put to the test.Here, acclaimed oral historian Max Arthur has gathered together the voices of the Lancaster crews as well as the German civilians who endured the attack, compiling a unique picture of how the mission unfolded, and the devastation it caused.‘A masterpiece of concise storytelling’ Sunday Express
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17,99 €

Sword Beach


''With his wealth of knowledge and exacting eye for detail, [Fisher''s] book on D-Day is sure to impress a vast audience'' Dan Snow''Stephen Fisher... is a very rare beast - a man who can bring stunning research and scholarship hand-in-glove with the gifts of a fine storyteller'' James Holland''Written with verve and panache... It’s a brilliant evocation of one of the greatest days in history, and Fisher has done it proud. Bravo!'' Robert Lyman, author of Victory to Defeat: The British Army 1918-1940_________6th June 1944 saw the largest seaborne assault in human history: D-Day. The landings on the five Normandy beaches, Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword, will go down in legend as the first footsteps on the journey to end the war in northern Europe.While much has been written about the operation as a whole, little detailed attention has been paid to the battle for Sword Beach itself, the easternmost of the amphibious attack areas. For the first time, historian and archaeologist Stephen Fisher puts the British landing under the spotlight and using previously unseen research, documents and personal testimonies pieces together the buildup, the day itself and its aftermath in such a way as to uniquely bring the operation to vivid life.Following a massive air and naval bombardment that began before the sun had even risen, the stage was set for the first of tens of thousands of troops to come ashore on Sword that day. It was to be a day of triumph and tragedy as the Allies pushed forward to the key objective of Caen against German defenders who were, uniquely on D-Day, backed up by an armoured division.Never before has this campaign been afforded such insightful and detailed scrutiny. Stephen Fisher brings his considerable knowledge and expertise to paint a thrilling picture of how the deep beachhead was established and pays tribute to the heroism and sacrifices that were made on that fateful day.
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14,99 €

Feeding the Machine


Big Tech has sold us the illusion that artificial intelligence is a frictionless technology that will bring wealth and prosperity to humanity. But hidden beneath this smooth surface lies the grim reality of a precarious global workforce of millions that labour under often appalling conditions to make AI possible.Feeding the Machine presents an urgent, riveting investigation of the intricate network of organisations that maintain this exploitative system, revealing the untold truth of AI. Based on hundreds of interviews and thousands of hours of fieldwork over more than a decade, this book shows us the lives of the workers often deliberately concealed from view and the systems of power that determine their future.
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14,99 €

On-the-Go Amusements: 50 Activities to Share with Grandkids


Create marvelous family memories with 50 Activities to Share With Grandkids, an engaging addition to our On-the-Go Amusements line!  Whether spending a weekend together or enjoying an afternoon visit, the fifty activities in this tin will inspire hours of intergenerational fun. The range of categories includes spending time in nature, sharing hobbies, learning something unusual, getting crafty, exploring family history, and much more. Each on-the-go amusement in the series offers a different way to interact, connect, and have fun out and about. With a cute and compact format, the tins are easy to carry and perfect for gifting.CONNECTING GRANDPARENTS & GRANDKIDS: Whether you live in the same town, visit on special occasions, or mostly see each other over video chat, this activity-filled tin has something to bring any family closer together with the power of shared fun. ACCESSIBLE FUN FOR EVERYONE: Perfect for family members of all ages, these activities offer fun ideas for a variety of energy levels and physical abilities. TAKE IT ANYWHERE: The petite, portable tin is the perfect size to throw in a backpack or purse, keep in a glove compartment, stash in a suitcase, or store in a spare room for visits. PERFECT FOR: Sharing with grandparents, parents, elders, and chosen family members; Grandparent's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, and holiday presents; anyone looking for activity inspiration for holiday get-togethers and family visits.   EXPLORE THE ENTIRE SERIES: This game is part of the After Dinner Amusements series, a collection of tiny tins filled with family-friendly prompts for exploring and engaging with the world around you.
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10,99 €

Ordinary People Don't Carry Machine Guns


In Ordinary People Don''t Carry Machine Guns, Artem Chapeye reveals his war, intimate and senseless, withholding nothing about his motivations, his nightmares, his new relationship with the world. Here one man, a pacifist turned fighter, a story writer turned soldier considers the reasons for and reactions to war on a very personal level. Chapeye investigates his role in the Ukrainian people''s defense against the Russian army and his responsibilities as a father, a writer, a soldier, and a man of conviction. An avowed pacifist until 2022, Chapeye joined the Ukrainian army in the first days of the invasion. He tries to understand the large-scale decision-making that has a defining impact on both individual citizens and society-at-large: many of his fellow soldiers never considered enlisting before finding themselves at war; others fled the country. He wonders what his young children at home are doing and what they''re feeling. The book has three parts, offering historical analogies and literary references throughout. ''When Darkness Comes'' relates the first days of the full-scale invasion in February 2022 when lives and the peace were shattered. ''It''s Necessary to Cultivate Your Garden'' details the experience of the everyday people of Ukraine, workers and peasants, who look forward to returning to simpler lives. The last section, ''People Aren''t Divided into Brands,'' critiques the elitism of those who consider themselves above those who ''''simply'' fight. Deeply thought-provoking, intelligent, and heartbreaking, this is an essential book for anyone who wants to understand the ways that war can change everything.
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17,99 €

Monaco at UNESCO


The rich history of Monaco and UNESCO’s decades-long commitment to world peaceSince 1949, the Principality of Monaco has collaborated with UNESCO on milestone projects and initiatives that continue to shape Monaco and the world’s cultural and educational landscape. Monaco at UNESCO: 75 Years is an in-depth chronicle of this relationship packaged in a beautiful hardcover with more than 150 illustrations. This historical text commemorates this partnership with archival materials documenting the successes and challenges throughout the evolution of heritage protection campaigns and educational and sustainability efforts. Both a celebration of the past and a look toward the future, Monaco at UNESCO symbolizes an unwavering international dedication to world peace.
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39,49 €

The Truth Detective


''Through the lens of her personal experience as a poker player, Alex O''Brien reveals the tricks that can help each of us navigate a world beset with uncertainty and misinformation'' ANGELA SAINI''It''s thrilling'' PHILIP BALL''Deserves to be widely read'' ALOM SHAHASHORTLISTED FOR THE GLOBAL POKER INDEX AWARDSThis is a book about getting to the truth. At the poker table you need certain skills to win. The more Alex O''Brien played competitively, the more she realised those skills are essential in everyday life too. From reading body language to calculating risk, dealing with uncertainty and separating emotion from facts, her toolkit will help you make better decisions and understand what''s happening around you. Offering insights from the latest psychology, neuroscience, game theory and more, you''ll encounter new ideas and ways of thinking from pioneering researchers and experts in their field. With O''Brien as your guide, you''ll learn to see clearly, think carefully and cut through the noise of a complex world.
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14,99 €

Gettóélet '44


1944/45-ben a német mintát követve Magyarországon is megvalósult a náci típusú gettósítás, ennek következtében végül közel 600 000 ember került 221 gettóba, majd a munka- és haláltáborokba. A tervszerűen végrehajtott elkülönítés és népirtás ugyan nem újkeletű gondolat, a gettók gyakorlati "haszna" és "hasznosulása" mégis csak fokozatosan bontakozott ki a nácik előtt is. A lakáshiány, a városok átalakulása, a kifosztás lehetőségei szépen lassan alakították ki a kényszerlakhelyek típusait és funkcióit. A magyarországi gettósítás eleinte némileg eltért az Európában elterjedt megoldásoktól, ám az 1944 tavaszán ideérkező náci zsidótlanító tanácsadók már 5-6 év tapasztalatával vágtak bele Európa egyik legnagyobb zsidó közösségének kifosztásába és kiirtásába, és ennek megoldása kapcsán számos pártra, mozgalomra, politikusra, társadalmi szervezetre tudtak támaszkodni. A magyarországi vidéki gettók Európa "gyors" történetű kényszerlakhelyei lettek, azonban a mai napig nem lehet teljes képet bemutatni róluk, mivel hiányoznak az átfogó történeti munkák. Jelen kötet a fogalmak tisztázása és a szakirodalom alapos feldolgozása mellett fel kívánja hívni a figyelmet a magyarországi gettók működésének és történetének több aspektusára, jellemzőjére és a történettudomány adósságára.
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14,08 €

Tell el-Retábí a príbeh jeho objavovania


Sídliská, pohrebiská, pevnosti – to všetko sa skrýva pod staroegyptským tellom, ktorý od roku 2007 skúma tím poľských a slovenských egyptológov a ďalších odborníkov. Ich výsledky prináša táto publikácia, prierez veľkou časťou staroegyptských dejín a rovnako prierez vedeckými disciplínami, ktoré dokážu obraz starých Egypťanov obohacovať aj meniť. Predstavuje jedinečnú mozaiku nielen doterajších nálezov, ale aj metód použitých na ich objavovanie. Tell el-Retábí sa nachádza v údolí Tumilát, vytvorenom jedným z pradávnych nílskych ramien. To neústilo do mora, ale do Suezskej šije, kde napájalo viacero jazier. Faraóni ho využívali ako strategickú cestu k Červenému moru, na Sinaj, do Sýropalestíny a ešte ďalej. Poviedka o Sinuhetovi naznačuje, že slúžilo aj ako obranná línia pred nepriateľmi z východu a severovýchodu. Obchod, spracovanie rôznych surovín a obrana tak najviac ovplyvnili vývoj lokality a život jej obyvateľov. Túto bohato ilustrovanú knihu zostavil multidisciplinárny tím autorov – egyptológov, archeológov, historikov a predstaviteľov spolupracujúcich vedných disciplín – antropológie, archeobotaniky, archeozoológie, geodézie, keramológie, pedológie, či stavebného inžinierstva. Snaží sa ísť v šľapajach Vojtecha Zamarovského a v slovenčine popularizovať jedinečný príbeh významného miesta staroegyptských dejín.
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27,00 €

Manipuláció - Ismerd fel, védd ki!


Hogyan állhatsz ellen a manipulációnak? Sunday Times Bestseller "Lebilincselő munka arról, hogy hogyan működik manipuláció." - Literary Review "Alapmű, ha szkeptikus akarsz maradni." - Lionel Shriver, a Beszélnünk kell Kevinről szerzője Ismerd fel, hogyan akarják nap mint nap átvenni az irányítást a gondolkodásod fölött. Harc folyik a figyelmedért. A résztvevők: hirdetők, politikusok, nagy techcégek, de még a pincér is, aki tudni akarja, hogy buborékos vagy szénsavmentes ásványvizet kérsz. A Szabadítsd fel az elméd megmutatja, hogyan állhatsz helyt ezen az információs csatatéren, a legkülönbözőbb forrásokat: szerzetesek, mágusok, szekták és internetes fórumok tapasztalatait gyűjti egybe, amelyek révén leleplezheted a befolyásolási technikákat, és ellenállhatsz: Rá fogsz jönni, milyen körülmények között fogékony az elméd arra, hogy eltérítsék a külső ingerek, rejtett üzenetek, és mikor leszel képes lepergetni ezeket. Ha nem tartod kézben a gondolkodásodat, akkor valaki más fogja megtenni. Ismerd fel, mikor döntesz be, és mikor húznak be olyasmikbe, amikben ellenérdekelt vagy.
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16,87 €

Christian Settlements and Monasteries in the Northern Judaean Shephelah and the Western Samaria Hills during the Byzantine Period


This study focuses mainly on the archaeological aspects of monasteries in the northern Judaean Shephelah and the western Samaria Hills during the Byzantine period. Many Christian sites have been uncovered in these two regions in the past years during salvage excavations and routine monitoring and inspection activities conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority. Some of these have not been systematically investigated and are presented here for the first time. In addition, all the locations where Christian archaeological remains and finds have been brought to light in these two geographic regions during the study period are presented. An effort has been made to draw a distinction between the different sites in terms of their type and function in order to determine whether they were villages, farmsteads, estates, monasteries, or some other type of settlement. The book examines the monasteries, the date of their foundation, the reasons for their establishment, and their interactions with the settlements in their broader area, with holy sites, pilgrimage sites, and pilgrim routes. In addition, the study proposes criteria according to which the different types of monasteries can be classified.
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39,49 €

The Day Peace Broke Out


At 3 p.m. on 8 May 1945, Prime Minister Winston Churchill made a long-awaited speech in which he officially declared the war in Europe to be over. After six bitter years of conflict, however, perceptions of how victory over Nazism was to be celebrated and what post-war Britain should look like were very different from the visions of the people and the politicians in 1939.Illustrated with photographs, adverts, posters and cartoons, The Day Peace Broke Out describes the VE-Day celebrations in Britain and across the world through the memories of those who were there, combined with contemporary newspaper and magazine articles. Mike Brown, an authority on the British Home Front of the Second World War, charts the nation’s progressive change of heart from defeatism to growing confidence of certain victory. He looks at the immediate post-VE-Day period and the celebration of victory over Japan in August 1945.What should have been a story with a happy ending concludes with the harsh realisation of post-war austerity and the increasing disillusionment that led many Britons to conclude that they had won the war but lost the peace.
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17,99 €

Far Beyond Gold


Now available in trade paper!What fears are standing in your way or holding you back? How do you want to become stronger? Olympic and World champion hurdler Sydney McLaughlin wants to help you answer these questions as she shares her personal story of struggles and victories, of faith and transformation.Sydney McLaughlin knows about facing down obstacles. She has mastered not only racing over hurdles on the track but also tackling challenges in her personal life—from lifelong battles with perfectionism and anxiety to persistent questions about her identity and whether she was "enough."Her pursuit of perfection and people-pleasing continued for years until God broke into her story with his overwhelming grace, transforming love, and empowering truth.In Far Beyond Gold, Sydney will share aspects of her life story and personhood she has never shared publicly before, offering a more complex picture of who she is. She will inspire you to:Conquer your fears in Christ''s strengthStand strong in your identity in himPush past your perceived limitsOvercome the challenges you''re facing Experience the story of a woman who shifted from anxiety to boldness, from limits to freedom, and from perfectionism to purpose—and now shows the world that often what we think is impossible is possible with God.
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19,99 €

The Complete Book of US Presidents, Fifth Edition


Discover the history and personal stories of 47 US Presidents in this beautifully illustrated volume.From the first president, George Washington, to the forty-seventh, Donald J. Trump, the United States has seen a host of extraordinary men take office. Their stories are all included in this fifth edition of The Complete Book of US Presidents by journalist and historian Bill Yenne. With a highly illustrated, accessible format perfect for a broad range of readers, this book features:Short, biographical essays about the lives of 47 presidents, jam-packed with unusual details and commentary on the significant roles each commander-in-chief played in shaping the United States and its relations with the worldLavishly illustrated pages, including the presidents’ official White House portraitsSidebars about each and every vice president and first ladyIntriguing anecdotesSure to captivate any history lover, The Complete Book of US Presidents is an expansive collection that reflects on America’s rich presidential history, telling the story of a nation through the biographies of some of its greatest political leaders.
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25,49 €

Before You Climb Any Higher


We long for mountaintop experiences, but they’re difficult to achieve and impossible to maintain without the rest, nourishment, and strength found in lush, life-giving valleys. GRAMMY Award winner Jonathan McReynolds shows us why having a valley mindset is not what you think—it’s about receiving God’s grace, love, and encouragement as His beloved child. Life is full of mountains to ascend, driven by our dreams, ambitions, and callings. But it doesn’t take much for even the strongest climbers to grow weary or lose their way. It’s important to have a “mountain mindset” to help us establish goals, to make steady progress, to achieve success, to do big things for God. A great mission requires from us a little grind, a little hustle, a little competition. But also plenty of time in the valley.Most people equate valley moments with difficulty and pain, but a “valley mentality” is different according to Jonathan McReynolds. He’s reached the mountaintop—GRAMMY Award, nationwide tours, millions of followers, and more—but he experienced more refreshment, rest, and encouragement from the Lord off the mountain. He writes, “The valley is not about finishing anything, studying anything, or doing anything, but simply being a child of God.” In Before You Climb Any Higher, readers will discover: Taking breaks from climbing is necessary for your mental healthWays to find rest, renewal, and authentic community in the valleyIdentity should never be wrapped up in success and accoladesHow to prepare for the mountain climb with lessons learned in the valleyIt’s possible to live abundantly in the valley and on the mountain We are more than our accomplishments, more than our mountaintop accomplishments. We are sons and daughters of God, who is calling us to rest in the valley, to replenish our souls, to be formed by the Spirit, to discover abundant life that is found only in Him.
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19,99 €

Chamber Divers


'Fascinating...a great historical military account and essential reading' John Volanthen, author of Thirteen Lives. The untold story of the D-Day scientists who changed special operations forever. On the beaches of Normandy, two summers before D-Day, the Allies attempted an all but forgotten landing. Of the nearly seven thousand Allied troops sent ashore, only a few hundred survived the terrible massacre, and the reason for the debacle was a lack of reconnaissance. The shore turned out to be impassable to tanks. The Nazis had hidden obstacles in unexpected places. The fortifications were more numerous – and deadly – than imagined. The Allies knew they needed to take the fight to Hitler on the European mainland to end the war, but they could not afford to be unprepared again. A small group of eccentric researchers, experimenting on themselves from inside pressure tanks in the middle of the London air raids, explored the deadly science needed to enable the critical reconnaissance vessels and underwater breathing apparatuses that would enable the Allies’ dramatic, history-making success during the next major beach landing: D-Day.
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17,99 €

1945


1945: one of the most important years in modern history. Encompassing not only the celebration of peace and an end to the Second World War, butalso the devastating first use of nuclear weapons and the long shadow cast by such destruction. In this landmark publication, Anthony Richards tells the story of this momentous year through IWM’s unique collections, using personal testimony and rarelyseen imagery to consider the wide-ranging experiences of that 12-month period. From continued fighting through North-West Europe, South-East Asia and the Pacific to the liberation of concentration camps, while encompassing the postwar desire for reconstruction, repatriation and justice, 1945: A Visual History guides readers through this year of unprecedented change, which laid the foundation for the modern world.
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45,99 €

The National Debt


A New Statesman Book of the YearA Financial Times Summer ReadWhile it is central to today''s politics, few people fully understand the National Debt and its role in shaping the course of British history. Without it, Britain would not have gained--and lost--two empires, nor won its wars against France and Germany. But Britain has also been moulded by attempts to break free of the Debt, from postwar Keynesian economics to today''s austerity. Martin Slater writes a vivid tale coloured with some of the most dramatic incidents and personalities of Britain''s past--from clashes between King and Parliament, American independence and war in Europe, to the abolition of slavery, the development of the Union and the role of leading figures such as Pitt, Gladstone, Adam Smith and Keynes. From medieval times to the 2008 financial crash and beyond, The National Debt explores the changing fortunes of the Debt, and so of Great Britain.
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19,99 €

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Kategória Odborná a populárno-náučná literatúra zahŕňa knihy a texty, ktoré poskytujú informácie a odborné znalosti v rôznych odboroch. Táto kategória sa líši od beletristickej literatúry a zameriava sa na vedomostný prínos.

Odborná literatúra obsahuje podrobné informácie, teórie a výskum v rôznych oblastiach ako veda, medicína, technológia, právo, ekonomika a psychológia. Populárno-náučná literatúra je prístupnejšia verejnosti a zaujímavo prezentuje tématické úseky, históriu, biografie a vedecké objavy.

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K najznámejším autorom odbornej literatúry patria Stephen Hawking, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Daniel Kahneman či zo slovenských autorov Roman Králik, či Vojtech Zamarovský.