Lore of the wild: folktales and wisdom from nature, Cock-starkey, Claire
Автор: Cock-Starkey Claire Название: The Book Lovers` Miscellany ISBN: 1851244719 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781851244713 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 11430.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Ever wondered how ink is made? Or what is the bestselling book of all time? Or which are the oldest known books in the world?The ideal gift for every bibliophile, `The Book Lovers` Miscellany` is full of fun facts, potted histories and curious lists, perfect for dipping into and sharing.
Автор: Alvaro Garrido, David J. Starkey Название: Too Valuable to be Lost: Overfishing in the North Atlantic since 1880 ISBN: 3110637588 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783110637588 Издательство: Walter de Gruyter Цена: 96630.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание:
This collective book is a multidisciplinary approach on a key-topic for our common future: overfishing. The focus is addressed to the "Atlantic World", considering the main oceanic geography in which this problem born in the early 20th century. The volume offers a wide range of contributions from experts on the topic covering the most relevant areas of the Atlantic and explaining important case studies on overfishing recent history. Written in a historical perspective, the book looks for institutional regulatory solutions based on multilateral solutions and scientific advising. Founders thought on the topic and the understanding’s evolution of the overfishing problem are mainly considered. This book is an accessible synthesis on overfishing history especially recommended for social scientists, historians, biologists, decision-makers and committed citizens.
Автор: Cock-Starkey Claire Название: Lore of the Wild: Folklore and Wisdom from Nature ISBN: 0711260710 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780711260719 Издательство: Frances Lincoln Цена: 15170.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: See nature in a whole new light with this enchantingly illustrated treasury of natural folklore and wild wisdom from around the world. Did you know that people used to believe that rabbits' ears would twitch in the direction of a thunderstorm? That lily of the valley flowers were formed from fairies' drinking cups? And that taking dandelions into the house would make you wet the bed? Traditional nature folklore can help us understand how our ancestors interacted with the world around them and allows us to view nature from a new perspective. Stunningly delicate and magical illustrations capture the magic and strangeness inherent in natural folklore, and cultures from around the world are represented in this comprehensive compendium. In this book, discover the lore of:
An array of different animals, birds and insects
All types of flowers, plants and trees
The weather, sun, moon and stars
Good and bad omens, and lucky charms
Lore of the Wild inspires appreciation of different cultures, as well as an engagement with the beauty of the natural environment, and is a treasure trove of superstitions, ancient wisdom, and enchanting folktales.
Автор: Cock-Starkey Claire Название: A Library Miscellany ISBN: 1851244727 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781851244720 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 11430.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: What can be found in the Vatican`s Secret Archive? How many books did Charles Darwin`s library aboard the Beagle hold? Which library is home to a colony of bats?Packed with unusual facts and statistics, this is the perfect volume for library enthusiasts, bibliophiles and readers everywhere.
Автор: Cock-Starkey Claire Название: A Museum Miscellany ISBN: 1851245111 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781851245116 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 11430.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Bursting with quirky facts, intriguing statistics, lists and legendary curators, this is the perfect gift for all those who love to visit museums and galleries.
Автор: Cock-Starkey Claire Название: Hyphens & Hashtags*: *the Stories Behind the Symbols on Our Keyboard ISBN: 1851245367 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781851245369 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 14860.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book casts a well-deserved spot-light on punctuation marks, mathematical symbols and glyphs; stalwarts of typography whose handy knack for summing up a command or concept in simple shorthand marshals our sentences, clarifies a calculation or adds some much-needed emotion to our online interactions.
Автор: Starkey, David Название: Reign Of Henry VIII ISBN: 0099445107 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780099445104 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 7910.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: Their influence was important and sometimes decisive: factions in the Privy Chamber destroyed Anne Boleyn, they frustrated the `Catholic` reaction of the 1540s, and, by doctoring Henry`s will, prepared the way for the full-blooded Protestantism of his son`s reign. The Reign of Henry the VIII is not so much a book about Henry VIII.
Автор: Starkey John Название: Porsche 930 to 935: The Turbo Porsches ISBN: 1787117537 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781787117532 Издательство: David & Charles Рейтинг: Цена: 39600.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Now in paperback! The complete story of the development of the Porsche 930 turbo, and the racing derivatives of it - the RSR turbo, 934 and 935.
Автор: Dorney, John Starkey, Dan Moore, Roland Grochaia, Sarah Название: Avengers: the comic strip adaptations volume 5 - steed and tara king ISBN: 1787037509 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781787037502 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 43110.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: Based on the adventures of Steed and Tara King in the TV Comic strips, this full-cast audio drama is brought to life with eerily engrossing sound design and a brand new cinematic music score. Starring Julian Wadham and Emily Woodward.
This collective book is a multidisciplinary approach on a key-topic for our common future: overfishing. The focus is addressed to the "Atlantic World", considering the main oceanic geography in which this problem born in the early 20th century. The volume offers a wide range of contributions from experts on the topic covering the most relevant areas of the Atlantic and explaining important case studies on overfishing recent history. Written in a historical perspective, the book looks for institutional regulatory solutions based on multilateral solutions and scientific advising. Founders thought on the topic and the understanding’s evolution of the overfishing problem are mainly considered. This book is an accessible synthesis on overfishing history especially recommended for social scientists, historians, biologists, decision-makers and committed citizens.
