In Philip's RGS Children's Atlas, clear and accurate maps are combined with fascinating facts about the countries of the world to provide essential geographical information for young readers aged 7-12. Guidance for parents and teachers is given on how to use the maps, encouraging the early development of geographical skills.
Exploring the theme of luck, the author reflects on his journey through job losses and personal struggles, emphasizing the support of his wife, Millie, as a pivotal source of strength. The narrative delves into how luck intertwines with life experiences, both positive and negative, offering a perspective on coping with adversity. Through humor and poignant reflections, the author shares his daily challenges while unemployed, highlighting writing as a therapeutic outlet and encouraging readers to find their own luck amidst life's uncertainties.
A memoir from one of the most admired players in baseball, the captain of the New York Mets, David Wright David Wright played his entire Major League Baseball career for one team, the team he dreamed of playing for as a kid: the New York Mets. A quick fan favorite from Virginia who then earned his stripes in New York, Wright came back time and again from injury and demonstrated the power of hard work, total commitment, and an infinite love of the game. Wright’s stats are one thing. He was a seven-time All-Star, a two-time Gold Glove Award winner, and a two-time Silver Slugger Award winner. He holds many Mets franchise records and was nicknamed "Captain America" after his performance in the 2013 World Baseball Classic. But there is more: The walk-offs. The Barehand. The Subway Series and World Series home runs. And the electricity that swept through Shea Stadium then Citi Field whenever number 5, “the Captain,” was in the game.
Cavalry, Artillery and Staff of the Napoleonic Wars
Ce n'est qu'au réveil qu'ils s'en sont rendus compte. Le monde déserté. Vidé de sa population. Famille, proches, voisins, tous ont disparu. Volatilisés. Ils ne sont qu'une poignée, disséminés à travers le pays. Oubliés, rescapés, moins que vivants... ils n'ont aucune idée de ce qu'ils sont. De ce qui s'est passé. Ils cherchent ceux qu'ils aiment, des réponses à des questions qu'ils ne connaissent même pas. Mais ils ne sont pas seuls. Quelque chose les observe. Et attend. Avant de comprendre, ils vont devoir survivre.
Vrcholné Chaucerovo dílo bylo nedokončeno, je rekonstruováno z celkem 90 různě neúplných rukopisů a obsahuje Hlavní prolog a 24 povídky. Je to cyklus rozmarných, učených i zbožných příběhů, které si vyprávějí poutníci na cestě z Londýna ke hrobu Tomáše Becketta v Canterbury. Třicet poutníků, včetně autora, je představeno v prologu. Zastupují všechny hlavní společenské skupiny a profese od příslušníků rytířského a duchovního stavu až ke společenské chudině. V povídkách se vyskytují téměř všechny známé žánry jako rytířský román, legenda, bajka, pohádka ad. Obsahově vycházejí z francouzské literatury, z latinských autorů a starých kronikářů. Všechny náměty jsou zpracovány originálně se zřetelem k anglickému prostředí.
Run over the every-day roads of the Isle of Man for the past 100 years, the world-famous Tourist Trophy races have gripped the imaginations of successive generations of motorcyclists. From the earliest days of single-speed, belt-driven machines delivering 5 bhp, to the highly developed projectiles of today offering a fearsome 200 bhp, race fans have thronged the roadside banks and watched in awe as the best racing motorcyclists in the world rode the fastest machines of their day around the twists, turns and climbs of the 374 mile Mountain Course, all in pursuit of a coveted Tourist Trophy. This book reveals the event's colorful history through the high-speed activities of great riders such as the Collier brothers, Geoff Duke, Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, Steve Hislop, Joey Dunlop, John McGuinness and many others. It also looks at the machines and mechanical developments and race organization, plus the financial rewards and commercial interests; setting them all in the context of the triumphs and tragedies of a great sporting event that has seen average lap speeds rise from 40 mph to almost 130 mph.
The authors combine accurate cartography and fascinating facts about the countries of the world to provide essential geographical information for young readers. It is a book which is both fun to use and easy to understand. Quiz questions, activity ideas and puzzles are included.
Anschauen, Staunen und Verstehen - mit Tessloffs Sachbilderbüchern entdecken Erstleser die interessantesten Themen aus Natur, Technik, Wissenschaft und Geschichte. Beeidnruckende, farbenfrohe Illustrationen laden zum Betrachten ein und machen Zusammenhänge begreifbar. Kurze, leicht verständliche Texte und eine große Schrift unterstützen erste Leseerfahrungen. Einen spannenden Einblick in die unglaubliche Vielfalt und Lebensweise der Insekten und Spinnen gewährt dieser Band. Großformatige, farbenprächtige Illustrationen zeigen anschaulich das Innenleben eines Bienenstocks, die Verwandlung einer Raupe zum Schmetterling oder den Bau eines Spinnennetzes.
From its creation in 1928 to its demise thirty years later, Vincent produced motorcycles that were among the very best. Names like Black Shadow, Rapide and Black Lightning are bywords for good looks, good engineering and exceptional performance.This detailed history examines the company from its roots at the beginning of the Twentieth century and explores the design and production of each one of the Stevenage firm's models. Complete with detailed specifications, archive illustrations and specially-commissioned color photography, this book is a fitting tribute to one of the gems of the late British Motorcycle Industry.'
The 'Usborne Spotter's Guides' series offers enthusiasts a range of pocket-sized field guides that help identify animals, plants, minerals and astronomical objects. Each title contains glossaries, maps, reference materials and illustrations.
Svet divočiny sa podrobne venuje faune a flóre deštných pralesov, savan, horských oblastí a polárnych krajín a vysvetľuje, ako jednotlivé druhy prežívajú vo svojom prostredí. Nádherné realistické ilustrácie idú ruka v ruke s jednoduchým a čitateľným textom. Poskytuje tak ucelený pohľad na svet aj tých najneobvyklejších živočíchov, od tropických pralesov až po zamrzlé oblasti Antarktidy.
Kniha z edice: Příručka mladého přírodovědce Ilustrace: David Astin, Denise Finney, David Hurrell, David Wright, John Gosler, Andy Martin
'The Canterbury Tales', compiled in the late fourteenth century, is an incisive portrait, infused with Chaucer's wry wit and vibrant, poetical language. He evokes a spestrum of colourful characters, from the bawdy Wife of Bath to the gallant Knight, the fastidious Prioress and the burly, drunken Miller. As they wend their way from Southwark to Canterbury, tales are told to pass the time, and the stories are as diverse as the narrators, encompassing themes such as adultery, revenge, courtly love, lechery, avarice and penitence. As humorous today as when it was written over six centuries ago, 'The Canterbury Tales' remains one of the most popular and enjoyable of the classic works of literature.
Now updated to include the latest motorcycles, this definitive Harley-Davidson history is filled with "inside" information and valuable data. Features Harley-Davidson's entire production history, with special information for restoring any of the classic models. 284 illustrations, 14 in color.
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A collection of English poetry reflecting social life and customs in Great Britain.
A world atlas with over forty maps and basic information about the geography, people, and economy of every country.
The quintessential Victorian novelist of unforgettable characters caught in their inescapable with unfailing honesty and lyrical writing, Thomas Hardy captured his heroes' intimate relationship with the natural and social environment. Here are three of his finest works, presented in their entirety. Tess of the Durbervilles tells the tragic tale of a poor young girl's coming of age and her traumatic relationships with two the wealthy and cold Alec D'Urberville and the beautiful, but unforgiving Angel Clare. Michael Henchard, the title character of The Mayor of Casterbridge , reaches the pinnacles of power-only to lose everything through folly and bad luck. Set in Hardy's beloved Wessex, and always attentive to the struggles of everyday life in the farming community, Far From the Madding Crowd centers on Bathsheba Everdene and the men who love her.
A survey of English verse since Thomas Hardy reveals the passage of tradition and represents primarily the works of British Isle poets
