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Blueprints


Many artists are unaware of the mathematics that bubble beneath their craft, while some consciously use it for inspiration. Our instincts might tell us that these two subjects are incompatible forces with nothing in common, but what if we’re wrong? Marcus du Sautoy, acclaimed mathematician and Simonyi Professor for the Public Understanding of Science at the University of Oxford, looks to art, music, design and literature to uncover the key mathematical structures that underpin both human creativity and the natural world. Blueprints takes us from the earliest stone circles to the modernist architecture of Le Corbusier, from Bach’s circular compositions to Radiohead’s disruptive soundscapes, and from Shakespeare’s hidden numerical clues to the Dada artists who embraced randomness. Instead of polar opposites we find a complementary relationship that spans a vast historical and geographic landscape. Whether we are searching for meaning in an abstract painting or deciphering poetry, there are blueprints everywhere: prime numbers, symmetry, fractals and the weirder worlds of Hamiltonian cycles and hyperbolic geometry. Nature similarly exploits these structures to achieve the wonders of our universe. In this innovative and delightfully bold exploration of creativity, Marcus explains how we make art, why a creative mindset is vital for discovering new mathematics and how a fundamental connection to the natural world intrinsically links these two subjects.
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17,99 €

Life on Earth


A new, beautifully illustrated edition of David Attenborough's groundbreaking Life on Earth. David Attenborough's unforgettable meeting with gorillas became an iconic moment for millions of television viewers. Life on Earth, the series and accompanying book, fundamentally changed the way we view and interact with the natural world setting a new benchmark of quality, influencing a generation of nature lovers. Told through an examination of animal and plant life, this is an astonishing celebration of the evolution of life on earth, with a cast of characters drawn from the whole range of organisms that have ever lived on this planet. Attenborough's perceptive, dynamic approach to the evolution of millions of species of living organisms takes the reader on an unforgettable journey of discovery from the very first spark of life to the blue and green wonder we know today. Now, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the book's first publication, David Attenborough has revisited Life on Earth, completely updating and adding to the original text, taking account of modern scientific discoveries from around the globe. He has chosen beautiful, completely new photography, helping to illustrate the book in a much greater way than was possible forty years ago. This special anniversary edition provides a fitting tribute to an enduring wildlife classic, destined to enthral the generation who saw it when first published and bring it alive for a whole new generation.
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19,99 €

Okamžiky s Otou Pavlem


Vzpomínky na báječného člověka a spisovatele Otu Pavla jsou jako teskná píseň s radostnými akordy. Jsou to zážitky dvou kamarádů, nádherné okamžiky jejich společného mládí, které strávili prací v rozhlase, novinách a časopisech a první pokusy na jejich úspěšné literární dráze, kterou v případě Oty Pavla ukončila předčasná smrt. Kniha je zároveň dobovou freskou charakterizující českou společenskou a politickou scénu po druhé světové válce.
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18,49 €

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Vysocí muži jen neradi tančí


Hudba jako útočiště. Vášeň jako osud. životopisný román o Hanuši Wihanovi, violoncellistovi, který dokázal proměnit ticho v hlas a obyčejný tón v pravdu o člověku. Z Police nad Metují vede jeho cesta přes orchestry evropských měst a pražskou konzervatoř až k založení Českého kvarteta – tělesa, kde hudba přestává být Kariérou a stává se řečí duše. Kniha pulzuje emocemi přelomu 19. a 20. století: radostí z hudby, vnitřní samotou, neklidem doby i hlubokým kontrastem mezi Evropou a českým světem plným skrytých sporů. Ty se však v hudbě rozpouštějí – nebo zůstávají nevyslovené, protože skutečné soustředění patří tónu, nikoli hluku kolem. Autor Pavel Frydrych, stejně jako Hanuš Wihan rodák z Police nad Metují, vypráví příběh muže, který nemusel tančit, aby dokázal pohnout světem.
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34,49 €

Pevnost kořenů


Sbírka Pevnost kořenů přináší básně prostoupené tichem krajiny, hloubkou víry i naléhavostí současného světa. Autorka Marie Dolistová ve verších citlivě zachycuje proměny přírody, lidského nitra i času, který plyne mezi zrozením a odchodem. Motivy lesa, putování a světla se zde prolínají s otázkami smyslu, utrpení i naděje. Vedle meditativních a duchovně laděných básní se ve sbírce objevují i silné reflexe aktuálních událostí a bolestí světa, které kontrastují s tichou krásou haiku a obrazností přírodních scenérií. Pevnost kořenů je knihou o hledání pevného bodu v nejistém světě – o návratu k podstatě, k víře, k tichu, které dokáže nést i v časech zkoušek.
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13,99 €

Tátovy historky aneb Můžeš prosím vykoupat děti?


Ke střetu ženského a mužského světa někdy dochází u kohoutků s teplou a studenou vodou. Tátové v nesnázích naštěstí mohou zavolat na pomoc odborníky, a to i do koupelny. Podmínkou je znát to správné telefonní číslo.
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18,49 €

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Úpadok a zánik ľudskej ríše


Nikdy v dejinách nebolo ľudstvo početnejšie - no čoskoro ho začne ubúdať. Naša doba je jedinečná a zároveň zlomová: evolúcia sa môže vydať dvoma smermi. Skončí druh Homo sapiens ako dinosaury, alebo sa vzchopí a začne odznova? Henry Gee, autor Stručnej histórie života na Zemi, prináša odvážne, znepokojivé, ale aj vtipné rozprávanie o osude rodu Homo. Sleduje jeho cestu, od počiatkov v Afrike, cez obdobie rozmachu a rozmanitosti, až po trimuf Homo sapiens. Kam však smerujeme teraz? Hoci človek dosiahol nevídané úspechy, jeho príbeh možno začína ísť z kopca. Názov knihy odkazuje na slávne dielo Úpadok a zánik Rímskej ríše Edwarda Gibbona, ktorý už v 18. storočí hľadal príčiny konca impéria na jeho vrchole. Platí to aj pre nás?
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17,99 €

The Tiger Who Came to Tea: First Words: A lift-the-flap book


A brand new board book with peekaboo flaps, perfect for youngest fans of THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA Join the Tiger and discover so many new words in this lift-the-flap board book, perfect for young readers! From things that go and things to wear to all the things to eat, meet all your favourite characters from Judith Kerr's beloved classic The Tiger Who Came To Tea and enjoy some peekaboo fun with flaps on every spread!
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12,49 €

Hunger and Thirst


FROM THE COSTA AWARD-WINNING, WOMEN’S PRIZE-SHORTLISTED AUTHOR OF UNSETTLED GROUND'An absolute masterpiece. Utterly absorbing, genuinely unsettling' JENNIE GODFREY, author of The List of Suspicious Things'Atmospheric, psychologically vivid, and unputdownable' ALICE WINN, author of In Memoriam1987: After a childhood trauma and years in and out of the care system, sixteen-year-old Ursula finds herself with a new job in the postroom of a local art school, a bed in a halfway house, and—delightfully— some new friends, including wild-child, Sue. When Ursula is invited to join a squat at The Underwood, a mysterious house whose owners met a terrible end, she can’t resist the promise of a readymade, hodgepodge family. But as Sue’s behaviour and demands become more extreme, Ursula who has always been hungry—for food—and more importantly for love, acceptance and belonging, carries out her friend’s terrible dare. It's a decision that will haunt her for decades. Thirty-six years later, Ursula is a renowned, reclusive sculptor living under a pseudonym in London when her identity is exposed by true-crime documentary-maker who is digging into an unsolved disappearance. But it is not only the filmmaker who has discovered Ursula’s whereabouts, and as her past catches up with her present, Ursula must work out whether the monsters are within her or without. From critically acclaimed and award-winning author, Claire Fuller, Hunger and Thirst is a compelling and chilling tale of loneliness and female friendship, of the dangerous line between wanting and needing, and of how far a person will go to truly belong. 'Unremittingly unsettling, propulsive and tense. Fuller excels at depicting outsiders, and writes with such precision and economy. Truly terrifying' Sarah Vaughan'Addictive, disturbing and suspenseful. It reminded me of Ruth Rendell/Barbara Vine at her most vivid. Ursula is a rare creation' Amanda Craig
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25,49 €

The World of Peter Rabbit: Jemima Puddle-Duck’s Farmyard Muddle


Join Peter Rabbit in this lift-the-flap farmyard adventure with Jemima Puddle-duck. A perfect introduction for toddlers to the wonderful World of Peter Rabbit. Peter is visiting Jemima Puddle-duck on the farm and is excited to discover that she is nesting and her ducklings will be hatching soon! But when Jemima goes to show Peter her precious eggs, she realises one is missing . . . ! Peter jumps into action and helps Jemima search high and low for her runaway egg. Will they find it before it's too lat? ith its simple, lyrical read-aloud text, vivid contemporary illustrations and flaps to explore on every spread this adventure is perfect for curious little bunnies everywhere. Discover more in this series:The World of Peter Rabbit: Peter Rabbit Gets StuckThe World of Peter Rabbit: Cotton-tail's Christmas Tree
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9,99 €

A Kids Book About Gender Affirming Care


Gender affirming care is a big term, but at its heart, it’s about helping people feel like their true selves. This book breaks down what gender affirming care is (and what it isn’t) in a way that’s clear, kind, and accessible for kids and their grownups. Through thoughtful explanations and real-world examples, A Kids Book About Gender Affirming Care explores what it means to be transgender and/or queer, what transitioning can look like, and why access to supportive care is so important. Written by queer kids’ entertainer and activist Lindz Amer, this book helps kids and families understand that gender affirming care is about love, respect, and helping people be who they truly are. Whether you're a kid who’s curious about gender, a parent wanting to support their child, or a teacher looking for the right words, this book is a powerful tool for fostering understanding and kindness.
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17,99 €

Captain Tsubasa Volume 2 The Golden Duo


The second book in a bright and bold graphic novel series based on the legendary Japanese anime – perfect for football fanatics aged 7+Ozora Tsubasa loves his school in Nankatsu, where every student is as obsessed with football as he is! They all dream of playing for Japan in the Fifa World Cup. With a vital match between Nankatsu and Shutetsu in full swing, Tsubasa is doing everything he can to shut out the rival school. When an injury hurts his team’s chances, it all comes down to Tsubasa and his new friend, Taro Misaki. Can the ‘Golden Duo’ rise to the challeng? he must-have series for fans of fast-paced graphic novels and football stories like T. Z. Layton’s The Academy!Have you read the whole serie? aptain Tsubasa Volume 1: Kick-off!Captain Tsubasa Volume 2: The Golden DuoCaptain Tsubasa Volume 3: Goal ChaserCaptain Tsubasa Volume 4: Counter Attack!And more titles coming soon…
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14,49 €

Thirst


John Robins is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, Taskmaster champion, and an award-winning broadcaster. He is also an alcoholic. But what does that mean? What is an alcoholic? In Thirst, John tells the story of his life through the lens of alcohol, the drinks that made him, and those that broke him. From his earliest drinking experiences - pretending to be drunk after a sip of champagne aged five, spraying aftershave into his mouth at the school play afterparty, and university nights spent downing red wine alone in his room - to his last drink in 2022 and the journey into sobriety that followed, John explores our relationship with alcohol through reflections on decades of his own drinking. From hazy memory to sudden clarity he sheds light on subjects from mental health to friendship, from creativity to the lies we tell ourselves, and answers questions such as: are alcoholics born or made? How can we make sense of youthful missteps? And can Buddhism provide relief when dealing with haemorrhoids? Filled with insights and epiphanies from the world of addiction and recovery, Thirst blends John's trademark raw honesty and hilarious digressions with the collective wisdom of alcoholics and those around them to offer a compelling, powerful and morbidly funny narrative for anyone who has ever asked 'why do we drink?', 'why do I drink?' or 'do I drink too much?'.
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27,99 €

Moneymania


The anonymous author of TAXTOPIA takes us behind the scenes as he embarks on another part of his career, this time recruited as an economist into an industry that believes the world of money can be predicted with almost scientific accuracy. Instead, he discovers that economics has long been driven by vested interests, reckless predictions and a staggering lack of common sense. In MONEYMANIA we find out why mortgages cost more because of a casual remark made in New Zealand in the '80s, and ask whether the Age of Austerity was due to a simple spreadsheet error. We also learn that if America behaved more like Iceland, they would have put 32,000 bankers in prison. The Rebel Accountant strips away the complexities of economics, showing us how the profession is responsible for some of the greatest mistakes of all time - and leaves us wondering how they got away with it. This is MONEYMANIA.
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24,99 €

The Definitive Book of Body Language


This international bestseller explains everything you need to know about body language: how to read it, and how to use it to your advantage. What people say is often very different to what they think or feel. Now, with THE DEFINITIVE BOOK OF BODY LANGUAGE, you can learn to read others people's thoughts by their gestures. It sounds implausible, but body language is easy to pick up and fun to use. Find out:How to tell if someone is lyingHow to make yourself likeableHow to get co-operation from other peopleHow to interview and negotiate successfullyHow to choose a partnerLearn the secrets of body language with Allan and Barbara Pease, bestselling authors of WHY MEN DON'T LISTEN AND WOMEN CAN'T READ MAPS.
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19,99 €

Little Book of Ralph Lauren


From timeless polos and enduring knitwear to its iconic partnership with Wimbledon, Ralph Lauren is the epitome of sophisticated fashion. Redefining everyday luxury and promoting a lifestyle that whispers old money, Ralph Lauren promises everything from casual boat shoes to tailored perfection suitable for the Met Gala. Pushing equestrian chic and cable knitwear for over fifty years, the embroidered polo horse has become a signpost of elegance. Little Book of Ralph Lauren charts the imitable rise of an all-American fashion brand from an office in the Empire State Building to a global fashion empire within its own right.
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19,99 €

Drogové delikty v slovenskom a európskom práve


Monografia pútavo spracováva drogové delikty v právnom poriadku Slovenskej republiky a porovnáva ich s právnou úpravou iných členských štátov Európskej únie. Autor zohľadňuje historické aspekty, popisuje postupný vývoj slovenskej právnej úpravy a dostáva sa až k aktuálnej protidrogovej politike, pričom upozorňuje na problémy aplikačnej praxe. Súčasťou publikácie je aj prehľad medzinárodných dohovorov, predstavenie prístupu iných členských štátov Európskej únie k drogovej trestnej činnosti a tiež inšpiratívny legislatívny návrh týkajúci sa úpravy drogových trestných činov v Slovenskej republike vytvorený samotným autorom. Monografia je určená predovšetkým odbornej verejnosti, ale aktuálnosť témy zaujme aj širší okruh čitateľov.
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19,99 €

How To Beat Pain


This book will help you to both understand your pain and learn techniques so that you can live well with it. Written in a friendly, engaging (and jargon-free!) style, this self-help guide encourages interactive reading through tables, illustrations and worksheets. It also has some handy top tips on how to deal with any setbacks along the way. Case studies illustrate the use of the therapy and demonstrate how you can cope with persistent or chronic pain. The How to Beat series of books has emerged from recent, revolutionary healthcare service innovations which have made effective psychological treatments available to more people than ever before. The books are designed to allow those who experience common mental health problems to either help themselves to recover or get the best possible benefit out of their contact with health professionals. They contain easy to understand treatments drawn from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) which is recommended by the scientific evidence. They are written by authors with considerable experience in the field of CBT training, research and clinical practice.
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17,99 €

The Quiet Ocean


When a playful pufferfish’s actions cause a snowball effect disrupting the peace of the other sea creatures, it’s up to the ocean and a baby whale to restore quiet once more in this delightfully funny picture book companion to The Quiet Forest. Deep beneath the waves, a pufferfish putters alone. A playful puffer in a quiet, nothing-much-happening ocean. Until…one small pop! sets off a chain of outrageous events, causing the whole ocean to have a very frazzled day indeed! Can the sea creatures find a way to bring quiet back to their underwater home?
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17,99 €

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