The 7 Rules for Richer, Happier Days. ... We are busier than ever. But do we really know which experiences bring us joy and success, and which don`t? Cultural commentator James Wallman, bestselling author of Stuffocation, investigates our fear of missing out and the problem of unfulfilling time, and finds a powerful answer - a revolutionary approach to life based on the latest scientific discoveries. Bursting with original stories, fresh takes on tales you thought you knew, and insights from psychology, economics and culture, Time and How to Spend It reveals a seven-point checklist that will help you avoid empty, waste- ... |
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It is 1866, and there is trouble in the world's oceans. What is the extraordinary thing that people have seen there, travelling faster than a whale and cutting holes in the bottom of the strongest ships? Dr Aronnax joins the search for the monster, hoping for an exciting adventure. But when he meets the mysterious Captain Nemo, his adventure becomes more extraordinary than he had ever imagined, and he discovers a new underwater world, full of wonders, but of strange dangers too... Classics, modern fiction, non-fiction and more. Written for secondary and adult students the Oxford Bookworms Library has seven reading ... |
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With a new Afterword. ... "An exceptional broadcaster with a peerless ability to calmly point out the absurdity of certain viewpoints." Guardian "A total joy." Caitlin Moran "Such verbal agility seems like a superpower." The Times "Funny, clever and alarming." Krishnan Guru-Murthy "Intelligent, funny and unsurprisingly brilliant." Gary Lineker "O'Brien is the epitome of a smug, sanctimonious, condescending, obsessively politically-correct, champagne-socialist public schoolboy Remoaner." The Sun ... |
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Фламандците (над 7 млн. в Белгия и Нидерландия) и нидерландците (над 17.5 млн.), исторически разделени в две държави, говорят почти еднакъв език. Затова и белгийският автор, който си е избрал творчески псевдоним Летящия фламандец, иска да покани своите сънародници - белгийци, и съседите си - нидерландци, да посетят Българското Черноморие и да открият неговите прелести и очарованието на малко известни и не толкова често посещавани от чуждестранни туристи, че и от българи, места. Пътеводителят на фламански език за Българското Черноморие е полезно четиво, която ще помогне на хората, които пътуват индивидуално, семейно или в ... |
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Award-winning readers series of original fiction for learners of English. At seven levels, this impressive selection of carefully graded readers offers exciting reading for every student's capabilities. Carl begins to worry when his wife Linda does not arrive for the weekend at their seaside house in the east of England. When he asks local people whether they have seen her, they appear helpful, but he soon begins to wonder whether they are hiding information from him about his missing wife. ... |
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An illustrated tour of the night sky. ... What We See in the Stars Kelsey Oseid is a richly illustrated guide to the myths, histories, and science of the celestial bodies of our solar system, with stories and information about constellations, planets, comets, the northern lights, and more. Combining art, mythology, and science, What We See in the Stars is a tour of the night sky through more than a hundred magical pieces of original art, all accompanied by text that weaves related legends and lore with scientific facts. This beautifully packaged book covers the night sky's most brilliant features such as ... |
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"The Deep. The City Under the Sea" is a Level 6 reader. Its fun and informative subject matter will capture a child's interest in reading and learning English while reinforcing the basic structures and vocabulary found in most primary courses. Activities pages and picture dictionary can be found at the back of each reader. The book can be used as supplementary reading material with any primary course. The "Macmillan Children's Readers" series offers simplified English reading. The series is divided into six levels. The series brings children real and imaginary stories to arouse their interest. ... |
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This quirkily illustrated twist on the popular Questions & Answers format takes a sideways look at the plight facing our beautiful planet and explains how kids can come to the rescue. Find out how many cans you need to recycle to power four hours of TV, why you should take a shower instead of a bath, and what you can do to help polar bears stay cool. ... |
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Със своята завидна ерудиция морският учен Бил Франсоа ни позволява да чуем подводните звуци на океани и морета, където ехото на айсбергите се смесва с песните на китовете и припева на рибите. Учи ни да разбираме езика на цветовете и ароматите на водата. Кани ни да се включим в социалния живот на морските обитатели, разказва ни за детството на рибите, за музикалните способности на гърбатите китове, за безсмъртните змиорки и така чак до сардините. В неговия обаятелен разказ ще чуем песните на морски кончета и миди, ще подслушаме разговорите на омарите, ще плуваме в сиянието на флуоресцентните медузи. Книгата е част от ... |
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Най-поетичната, най-елегичната и най-българската творба на Амос Оз. Невзрачният счетоводител Албер Данон овдовява без време, ала в страданието си загубва диалога с непокорния си син и се изправя пред непосилното предизвикателство да приюти приятелката му – измамена от един и прелъстена от друг. Всеки от героите в тази книга е на кръстопът – между две жени, между двама мъже, между минало и настояще, между дълг и желание, между пари и любов... Целият роман е написан в мерена реч – с лапидарни станси, които не само носят имената на някои виртуозни музикални форми, но и звучат като химн в многогласието и хармонията на всяка ... |
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Illustrator: Claudia Ranucci. ... "Just So Stories: How the Whale got his Throat" picture book is a fantastically illustrated, simple retelling of this classic story for children aged 3+. It's a fantastic large format picture book, with beautiful illustrations by Claudia Ranucci to bring magical events to life in kids' imaginations. Children will love the story of how a greedy whale was forced to change his ways by a clever sailor. "Just So Stories: How the Whale got his Throat": Perfect for bedtime reading with parents; Delightful, full-page artwork full of detail and charm; The story has ... |
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Illustrator: Daron Parton. ... "Just So Stories: How the Rhinoceros got his Skin" picture book is a charmingly illustrated, simple retelling of this classic story for children aged 3+. This is a fantastic large format picture book, with stunning illustrations by Daron Parton to bring wonderful events to life in kids' imaginations. Children will love the story of how a greedy rhino gets taught a lesson he will never forget after he eats all the cake. "Just So Stories: How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin": perfect for bedtime reading with parents; delightful, full-page artwork full of detail and ... |
