David Colbert Ordine dei libri (cronologico)

The narrative focuses on ten pivotal days in Abraham Lincoln's life, highlighting significant events that shaped his character and leadership. It explores a personal tragedy that ignites his ambition, his career sacrifices in opposition to an unjust war, and the treasonous actions of a state to uphold slavery. The story emphasizes Lincoln's solitary decision-making process during critical moments and his unwavering commitment to the promise of freedom for all Americans.

The narrative centers on ten pivotal days in Thomas Edison's life, showcasing his groundbreaking ideas and inventions. Despite being a product of the 19th century, his innovations resonate with contemporary technologies, revealing a timeless relevance. The book delves into Edison's creative process and the impact of his work on modern society, illustrating how his visionary thinking laid the groundwork for advancements we see today.

After revealing the inspirations behind Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings , David Colbert takes a tour of C.S. Lewis's Narnia -from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to The Last Battle -in this indispensable guide to the origins of the classic book

MONDE IMAGINAIRE, MAGIE, ANIMAL FANTASTIQUE, FANTOME, FEE, FLAMEL, Nicolas, alchimiste français, 1330-1418, GEAI, ARTHUR, roi breton, conte et légende, ALCHIMIE, SORCELLERIE

Magiczny świat Władcy Pierścieni. Mity, legendy i fakty leżące u żródeł arcydzieła, to nieautoryzowany przez J.R.R. Tolkiena przewodnik autorstwa Davida Colberta. Książka wprowadza czytel...

Da dove nasce la magia di Harry Potter? Quali sono i modelli per l'Ordine della Fenice? Dove crescono le Mandragole più ripugnanti? Le Pozioni di Piton funzionano davvero? E poi cosa rende Harry un eroe universale? E perché Voldemort ha impresso il Marchio Nero sui mangiamorte? Qual è il trucco preferito dei folletti della Cornovaglia? E se Silente è cosi potente perché non affronta Voldemort? A queste e ad altre numerose domande risponde questa guida ai magici mondi di Harry Potter: dalle sorprendenti origini delle creature magiche agli indizi per capire i significati segreti che si celano nei nomi, dalle storie dei maghi realmente esistiti all'affascinante mondo incantato creato da J.K. Rowling.