America and Iran - A History, 1720 to the Present (Ghazvinian John)(Pevná vazba)

America and Iran - A History, 1720 to the Present (Ghazvinian John)(Pevná vazba)

An epic history revealing how the US and Iran went from allies to adversaries over three hundred

Harley-Davidson Classics: 1903 to the Present Day (Tipler John)(Pevná vazba)

These are the masterpieces of motorcycling Explore the history and iconic machines of the most famous name in biking: Harley-Davidson. No other motorcycle matches the style or sound of a Harley-Davidson, with its rumbling V-twin engines. Harley-Davidson Classics zooms in on more than 50 of the

The Making of the Modern World: 1945 to the Present: Education, Poverty, and Inequality (Perritano John)(Pevná vazba)

Past and Present: To Learn from History (Almqvist Kurt)(Pevná vazba)

What history teaches us: writers and theorists on the lessons of the pastHow can our understanding of the past help to solve our present political or economic conditions and conflicts? Edited by Swedish author Kurt Almqvist and historian Mattias Hessrus, the essays in this volume range from

Craft: An American History (Adamson Glenn)(Pevná vazba)

A groundbreaking and endlessly surprising history of how artisans created America, from the nation's origins to the present day.At the center of the United States' economic and social development, according to conventional wisdom, are industry, commodities, and technology-while craftspeople and

The Triumphal Arch (Howell Peter)(Pevná vazba)

The entire history of triumphal arches from their Roman origins to the present day. Classicist and architectural historian Peter Howell explores triumphal arches through time, dissecting their cultural and historical significance. Alongside two hundred and fifty full-color illustrations, Howell

Earth History and Palaeogeography (Torsvik Trond H.)(Pevná vazba)

Using full-colour palaeogeographical maps from the Cambrian to the present, this interdisciplinary volume explains how plate motions and surface volcanism are linked to processes in the Earth's mantle, and to climate change and the evolution of the Earth's biota. These new and very detailed maps

Family Business - An Intimate History of John Lewis and the Partnership (Glendinning Victoria)(Pevná vazba)

North America: A Fold-Out Graphic History (Albee Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

A richly illustrated, foldout graphic history of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the islands of the Caribbean.North American history unfolds in this graphic timeline that places the United States, Canadian and Mexican/Caribbean histories in the context of their continent. From healers in the

Armies of Early Colonial North America 1607-1713: History, Organization and Uniforms (Esposito Gabriele)(Pevná vazba)

Gabriele Esposito presents a detailed overview of the military history of Colonial North America during its earliest period, from the first colonial settlement in Jamestown to the end of the first continental war fought in the Americas. He follows the development of organization and uniforms not

The Little History of Norfolk (Davies John A.)(Pevná vazba)

A Little History of Poetry (Carey John)(Pevná vazba)

John Carey tells the stories behind the world's greatest poems, from those by Dante and Chaucer to more recent poets, such as Derek Walcott and Maya Angelou. This little history shines a light on the richness and variation of the world's poems--and the elusive quality which makes them all the more

John Grundy's History of Newcastle (Grundy John)(Pevná vazba)

John Grundy, the North East's favourite TV historian turns his attention to the history of Newcastle upon

Thomas More: A Very Brief History (Guy John)(Pevná vazba)

'If the English people were to be set a test to justify their history and civilization by the example of one man, then it is Sir Thomas More whom they would perhaps choose.' So commented The Times in 1978 on the 500th anniversary of More's birth. Twenty-two years later, Pope John Paul II

Yorkshire - A Very Peculiar History (Malam John)(Pevná vazba)

A quirky look at the history of Yorkshire, featuring fact boxes, lists and amazing tales about the largest county in

A Little History of Poetry (Carey John)(Paperback)

A vital, engaging, and hugely enjoyable guide to poetry, from ancient times to the present, by one of our greatest champions of literatureWhat is poetry? If music is sound organised in a particular way, poetry is a way of organising language. It is language made special so that it will be

The Precious Present (Johnson Spencer)(Pevná vazba)

Discover the precious present and find yourself A simple story, engagingly told, The Precious Present does more than capture the heart; it is a valuable gift for anyone seeking a deeper level of fulfillment and personal happiness. Telling a story of vital significance in today's fast-paced,

The History of Human Space Flight (Spitzmiller Ted)(Pevná vazba)

Military Writers Society of America Awards, Gold Medal for History Highlighting men and women across the globe who have dedicated themselves to pushing the limits of space exploration, this book surveys the programs, technological advancements, medical equipment, and automated systems that have

History Atlas (de Moraes Thiago)(Pevná vazba)

Travel the world from ancient history to the present day in this stunning gift book from the acclaimed creator of MYTH ATLAS. Explore fifteen extraordinary civilisations, with spectacular, action-packed 'maps'. With quirky facts, humorous details and compelling stories, this is history at its most

Neon Road Trip (Barnes John)(Pevná vazba)

Take to the road to discover the history and artistry of North America's disappearing neon signs.Neon Road Trip chronicles the history of the commercial neon sign with a curated collection of photographs capturing the most colorful and iconic neon still surviving today.The vivid photographs are

John Galliano for Dior (Fairer Robert)(Pevná vazba)

John Galliano's creations for the House of Dior have entered fashion history and are widely recognized as some of the most breathtaking and imaginative collections ever created. John Galliano for Dior is dedicated to showcasing these unforgettable designs, which have become collectors' items and

Big History Timeline Wallbook (Lloyd Christopher)(Pevná vazba)

Unfold the history of the universe, from the Big Bang to the present day, with this giant wallbook - includes 2-metre fold-out

The Little Book of Cornwall (Van der Kiste John)(Pevná vazba)

A compendium of fascinating information about Cornwall past and present, this book contains a plethora of entertaining facts about the county's famous and occasionally infamous men and women, its towns and countryside, history, natural history, literary, artistic and sporting achievements,

Ceramics of Iran: Islamic Pottery from the Sarikhani Collection (Watson Oliver)(Pevná vazba)

A beautifully illustrated showcase of the rich and varied ceramic tradition of Iran Featuring a broad selection of objects from one of the most distinguished collections of Iranian art, this volume brings together over 1,000 years of Persian Islamic pottery. With more than 500 illustrations,