VINTAGE MINIS: GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS. A series of short books by the world’s greatest writers on the experiences that make us human
He was an ordained minister, renowned orator, and beloved author and poet whose ideas on nature, philosophy, and religion influenced authors such as Henry David Thoreau and Walt Whitman. Through his writings, Emerson ardently professed the importance of being an individual, resisting the comfort of
For exciting vegetarian recipe ideas, try Good Food: Veggie Dishes. Divided into Soups, Salads and Snacks; Light Meals; Pasta, Rice and Noodles; Main Courses; Dairy-free Dishes and Desserts, you're guaranteed to find a tasty vegetarian recipe for every occasion. Whether you choose Lemon Butter
Angela is always having fiendish ideas that get Charlie into trouble. Like the time they hijack the milkman's float, and lock Miss Bridge in the gym shed, and when Angela pretends to kidnap a baby. But in the end Charlie gets her own back with a
It's amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication Do you want to speak simple Indonesian but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting Indonesia for a short time and want an Indonesian phrase book to help you communicate? If so, this Indonesian phrasebook is for you--it's
Lonely Planet's pocket-sized bestseller is back, packed with great ideas, insider advice, tricks and trade secrets to help you win at travel, from scoring that elusive upgrade to staying safe on the road.We've spoken to dozens of seriously clued-up travel gurus including industry experts, travel
It's amazing how 100 keywords and phrases provide instant communication Do you want to speak simple Tagalog but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting the Philippines for a short time and want a Tagalog phrasebook to help you communicate? If so, this is the book for you--it's the quickest and
Harvey and Darren only want to play soccer. But their headmistress, Mrs Pinto, has other ideas. She needs two strong lads for her new project: ballet! And she already has leotards with Harvey and Darren's names on them... This is Harvey's most desperate and tense adventure so
Create retro-chic pixelated wearables, jewelry, and home decor with 50 imaginative design ideas in this book. Perler(R) and other fusible craft beads are perfect for recreating the retro 8-bit era of blocky video games. Making pixel art wearables, jewelry, and home d cor is as simple as following a
'The ideas which go to form a nation, as opposed to a mere crowd of human animals have usually been accepted under the pressure of a common tribulation, and under a common necessity of resistance to external force.' --Sir Halford Mackinder at the Royal Geographical Society, 1904The Geographical
Chris Ferrie once again brings complex ideas to babies with My First 100 Space Words. Now your little genius is ready to learn the essential first words of Space From the #1 bestselling science author for kids comes a simple and colorful introduction to the first 100 space words every baby should
First Words Sticker Activity Book, with over 1000 stickers to use in the book or elsewhere!Introducing a brilliant First Word Sticker Activity Book, packed full of simple, engaging activities designed to introduce children to their first words and concepts.Each page features Dawn Machell's adorable
1000 Stickers for Boyslooks at all things hairy, scary, big and noisy, with sticker activities exploring the world of dinosaurs, bugs, space, machines, and sharks Each book contains over 1000 stickers and a variety of fun sticker
1000 Sticker Books is a new series of action-packed sticker activity books that mix photographic images with beautiful illustrations. 1000 Stickers for Girls includes all things cute and sparkly, with sticker activities looking at beautiful fairies, princesses, mermaids, cute animals, garden
1000 Sticker Books are a new series of action-packed sticker activity books that mix photographic images with beautiful illustrations. 1000 Stickers - Animals looks at the bright and colorful world of animals and includes baby animals, wild animals, farm animals, and underwater animals sticker
Hope is everything. It's that calming inner voice, promising us that tomorrow will be better and dreams do come true. Life-affirming positivity always needs to be nurtured, so this book gathers together simple tips and wise words to help you brighten your outlook and feel good about your
Join Betsey, the little girl with big ideas, as she surprises everyone on her birthday, learns to be a guard dog, moves house and even becomes a TV star in these four warm and funny
Ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? As it turns out, the great inventor Benjamin Franklin got his best ideas from a mouse named Amos Funny, interesting and wise, this classic tale has been a favorite for generations. Once you've met Amos and read his account, you'll never think of Ben
Little scientists will love the big ideas in this activity book. They'll discover more about science at home by reading the simple explanations and doing the beautifully illustrated activities on each page. Start a lifelong passion for STEM subjects. From the power of magnetism to the energy that
Over 100 ideas and spontaneous adventures to stay young at heart. People often say that you should act your age, but what do they know? This sourcebook of delightful ideas and uplifting quotes will tempt you to try something new every day, whether it's dancing all night, laughing till dawn or
Awesome games for the big night... and vital advice for the morning after Let the games begin and the good times roll This compact collection of drinking games from around the globe is guaranteed to liven up your night. Will you play Vodka Roulette or risk a round of Nasty or Nice? Then when the
Baby to Big is a high concept board book that translates familiar objects and ideas from a baby's world to that of their hip millennial adult counterparts, through bold, iconic images. A series debut, Baby to Big humorously compares the perspectives of babies and adults through vibrant
Turn it Off! explores the ways in which energy is wasted and provides ideas of how to save more energy. This book is part of Project X Origins, a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole
'Blithe, engaging introduction to ideas of conservation for the very young.' - The Guardian'Witty, rhyming text dances across each page, making this a perfect book to read aloud.' - BookTrustA funny, silly and hugely topical picture book that is perfect for inspiring the next Greta Thunberg or
It's Christmas! And Archie is SO EXCITED! He's full of ideas to make this the most Christmassy Christmas EVER... Uh-oh - look
There are plenty of things to smile about, as long as you open your eyes to see them! So lift your spirits with this little book of uplifting quotes and delightful ideas to help you look on the bright side of
Containing a wealth of easy-to-do instant craft ideas and non-craft based activities, this title is suitable for those with special needs. It offers ideas that include suggestions to inspire further exploration of the craft
There's nothing better than the taste of a garden's own fresh fruit and vegetables. They provide flavor and freshness that no supermarket produce could ever hope to beat. For beginning gardeners or regular growers, this guide is packed with inspiration and ideas for growing salads, fruit, herbs,
Turn ordinary into awesome with this fun book, jam-packed with science-inspired ideas kids can use to simplify, prettify, and eco-fy their lives at home, school, and on the go. Upcycle, recycle, and/or repurpose your stuff and engineer your way out of all kinds of sticky situations--all while
Crammed with fifty crafts and creative ideas for the run up to the Christmas season. Each craft is accompanied by simple step-by-step illustrated instructions. Make divine decorations, glittery angels, clever gift wrap, 3D cards, and
You are a Gemini. You are the communicator and ideas person of the zodiac. The signs of the zodiac can give us great insight into our day-to-day living as well as the many talents and qualities we possess. But in an increasingly unpredictable world, how can we make sense of them? And what do they
'York Notes', designed for English literature, aim to stimulate ideas and thought-provoking questions, helping the reader to think independently about the text being studied. A summary of the text, author biographies, commentaries and hints for study are all
Are you looking for trading entry and exit ideas? If so, this book is just what you need. This informative guide includes 41 entry ideas, 11 exit ideas, and code in Tradestation format and plain English for each (NinjaTrader 7 and 8 code available in the complimentary Book Bonuses described in the
Few works of history have succeeded so completely in forcing their readers to take a fresh look at the evidence as Christopher Hill's The World Turned Upside Down - and that achievement is rooted firmly in Hill's exceptional problem-solving skills. Traditional interpretations of the English Civil
An exciting guide to ideas and activities you can do outdoors all year round. For every budget and all types of adventurerDream. Explore. Discover. Take a leaf out of nature's book and unleash your wild side with this essential guide. Packed with hundreds of exciting outdoor ideas and activities,
AMAZON BEST SELLER BEST GIFT IDEAS This incredible adult coloring book by best-selling artist is the perfect way to relieve stress and aid relaxation while enjoying beautiful and highly detailed images. Each coloring page will transport you into a world of your own while your responsibilities will
Brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we
Immanuel Kant was one of the most influential philosophers in the whole of Europe, who changed Western thought with his examinations of reason and the nature of reality. In these writings he investigates human progress, civilization, morality and why, to be truly enlightened, we must all have the
Brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we
Harry thinks he's too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they have other ideas. He looked after them when he was little and now they're determined to stick by him ...for life. And Harry is not the only one who's got a lot
Otto von Bratwurst arrives in the New World with some very strange ideas: criminals are victims of their past and can be cured of their lawlessness. To prove his theories, Otto travels to the Wild West and reforms the worst outlaws of the land. But who will keep a close eye on the experiment? Lucky
What does peace mean to you? This illustrated collection of inspirational ideas about peace is based on the lives of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates of the 20th and 21st centuries, among them Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa and Malala
Brings you the works of thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we
A spoof encyclopedia of contemporary accepted wisdom and commonplaces, the Dictionary of Received Ideas sees Flaubert at his witty and satirical best. Perhaps intended as a companion to his final, unfinished novel Bouvard and Pecuchet, this compilation was the result of a lifetime of collecting the
A step-by-step technique for sparking breakthrough creativity in advertising--or any field Since its publication in 1965, A Technique for Producing Ideas has helped thousands of advertising copywriters smash through internal barriers to unleash their creativity. Professionals from poets and
Brings you the works of thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we
Dreams of rock stardom take the edge off embarrassing family activities in Tom's fourth 'homework diary' crammed with doodles and stories. After receiving the shock of a lifetime -- seeing his big sister, Delia, without her sunglasses on -- Tom is trying to gear himself up for sports day at school
Delightfully funny and original story about a small and cheeky mouse with very big ideas and no shortage of
This investigation of religion by greatest psychoanalyst of the twentieth-century explores the role faith can take in the life of man, what it can mean to us and why as a species we are inclined towards it.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see
Recreate memories of the seaside with simple sewing, papercraft, crochet and knitting projects using beautiful Tilda fabrics, yarn and embellishments. Be inspired by life at the beach and in the ocean to make gifts, toys and pretty accessories for your home. From adorable whales and fishing girl
Building on the popularity of Messy Crafts, this title extends the range of messy things to do at your Messy Church with a particular focus on the Christmas season. It includes crafts for Advent, crafts for Christmas and more general winter-themed activities to take you on into the New
A collection of summer projects using Tilda fabrics and embellishments. It includes designs such as angels, garlands, decorations and accessories, all in the seasonal shades of turquoise, green, pink and red. It also includes popular techniques, such as applique and embroidery.This colourful
Harry thinks he's too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they have other ideas. He looked after them when he was little and now they're determined to stick by him . . . for life. And Harry is not the only one who's got a lot bigger When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his
GIFT IDEAS COLOURING BOOKS COLOR BY NUMBER These relaxing illustrations of this coloring book are sure to bring you calm and peace with every pages. And these pictures are easy to see to make this a stress free coloring experience for colorists of all ages and skill levels. So sit back, relax, and
This fun-filled, full-colour RHS adventure handbook is full of ideas to help kids discover the great outdoors and get closer to nature. Created with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), the UK’s leading gardening charity. This beautifully illustrated book is packed with fun activities, handy
An exciting book on the revolution of ideas that have sparked change in the way we connect--from the steam train to the information superhighway With the first railroad, the world's axis shifted along with it. Since then, revolutionary ideas have changed the way we live, work, play and connect
A magical activity book packed full of ideas for holding your very own Room on the Broom party, based on the bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel
This is a gorgeous collection of fresh, Spring-themed sewing projects using the latest Tilda fabrics and embellishments. You can choose from a stunning variety of sewing and papercraft designs, including bags, soft toys, fabric boxes and unique decorations. The color palette used includes shades of
Suitable for children age 7 and above with a reading age of 6 years to 6 years 5 months Part of the Rapid Reading intervention series by Pearson Rapid Stage: Stage 2 Level 2B (equivalent to green book band) Design supports readers with dyslexia Proven to help children who are behind in their
'Seeing Delia without her sunglasses on is a BIG shock, but that's nothing compared with the surprise Dad has in store for me with his new found fitness regime. He says he's going to compete at my Sport's Day. Shame! Meanwhile Derek, Norman and I keep practicing in DOGZOMBIES so we're really ready
Simple explanations of complex ideas for your future genius!Written by an expert, Electromagnetism for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to magnetic fields and how they work. Babies (and grownups!) will learn all about positive charges, negative charges, and electric currents. With a
The definitive guide to kindness - a book full of inspirational ideas, quotes and famous acts of kindness, at a time when we need it most. 'If you see someone without a smile today, give 'em yours.' Dolly Parton This empowering guide to kindness will inspire you to make a real difference to your
The sandwich has undergone many transformations from the original concept of slices of bread enclosing a tasty filling. This book shows how to use a wide range of breads to make all types of sandwiches: white, brown, rye, focaccia and ciabatta, in rolls, baps, tacos, bagels, pumpernickel, brioches,
Mary Maguire presents an authoritative and informative introduction to working in leather which covers the basic techniques, essential materials and equipment needed. Also included are 25 projects designed for all levels of leatherworker, from the novice to the more
This volume suggests quick and simple decorating ideas for classic cakes, themed cakes, birthday cakes, celebration and holiday cakes. Easy-to-follow techniques and tips and hints are included to aid the reader. The book includes cakes for all ages, from 3 to 13, using candies, chocolates,
This volume is packed with inspirational ideas that are highly original, including a college folder made from a pair of jeans, an elegant wedding album covered with beautiful silk flowers, and a garden notebook complete with miniature spade and
What do you do when the life you've carefully built for yourself comes apart? | Lydia Smith lives a quiet life, spent in the company of her colleagues and customers at the bookstore where she works. But when Joey Molina, a young and mysterious regular, hangs himself in the bookstore and leaves
Celebrating the freedom and fun of solo living, this book is brimming with inspiration, ideas and practical advice. From going on me dates and awesome adventures, to staying true to yourself and learning to leave loneliness at the front door, The Art of Being Single is your one-stop guide to living
In this latest addition to the highly successful 100 Great Ideas series, readers will find a comprehensive guide to overcoming one of the most frequently felt emotions at work today: frustration. Frustration comes in many forms and from many sources--bosses, colleagues, staff, clients, and not to
Step-by-step ideas for blending hundreds of sensational soups from fresh ingredients, with every recipe
Erwin Panofsky's Meaning in the Visual Arts is considered a key work in art history. Its ideas have provoked widespread debate, and although it was first published more than sixty years ago, it continues to feature regularly on numerous university reading lists. Meaning in the Visual Arts comprises
Percy loves his parrot, Polly. Jack wants Polly to be his parrot, but she has other ideas ... Oxford Reading Tree Story Sparks is an emotionally-engaging fiction series that will fire children's imagination and develop and deepen their comprehension skills. The variety of authors and illustration
Are your kids sick of the same packed lunch or tea every day? Do they want to impress friends and family with scrummy home-cooked treats that they have cooked yourself? If the answer is 'yes,' then this is the book for them, and for you.This lively new book is designed to be both a fantastic recipe
Getting your hands dirty and growing your own fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers in the garden is great fun. From flowering wellies, grotesque gourds and bird baths to wind chimes, butterfly borders and potato hedgehogs, there is a huge range of exciting projects that you can do in and out of the
You've spent most of your adult life focused on the care and raising of your children, and now they're leaving. For you and for them, this major transition is often challenging in many ways. You may feel surprised at the power of your grief--a confusing mixture of sadness, hope, emptiness, fear,
A timely novel challenging ideas around health - our own and our planet's - and the stigma that persists around
Following his hugely acclaimed TV come-back Comedy Vehicle, Lee finds himself in search of ideas for a new Edinburgh
Statistical ideas and methods underlie just about every aspect of modern life. From randomized clinical trials in medical research, to statistical models of risk in banking and hedge fund industries, to the statistical tools used to probe vast astronomical databases, the field of statistics has
Jacques Lacan's ideas are as influential in the field of psychoanalysis as those of Freud have ever been. Introducing Lacan guides the reader through Lacanian theory, exploring the central pillars of his thought and his bearing on literature, art, philosophy, and
Paul Guyer conducts the reader through Burke's 'Enquiry', focusing on its place in the history of aesthetics and highlighting its innovations, as well as its influence on many subsequent authors from Kant and Schiller to Ruskin and
The study of the Quaternary ice age has revolutionized ideas about Earth system change and the pace of landscape and ecosystem dynamics. The Ice Age: A Very Short Introduction looks at evidence from the continents, the oceans, and the ice core records, and the human stories behind it all. Jamie
This book explores some of the major ideas in cosmology, bringing quarks, preons, hypothetical subparticles, pulsars, galaxies, the Big Bang theory, dark energy and gravitational waves to life with accessible language and vivid full-colour
A short, authoritative and lively introduction to
Charles Darwin's ideas about evolution caused both outrage and wonder, and quickly made him one of the most famous men in history. From his five-year voyage across the high seas to 20 years of research, follow Darwin on his adventure to prove a theory that would change the world. Little Guides to
Simple sewing projects and papercraft ideas with Tilda fabrics and embellishments.This is a seasonal collection of projects using the latest Tilda fabrics and embellishments. Choose from a stunning variety of sewing and papercraft designs, including bags, decorations, gifts, cards and soft toys
Ideas in Profile: Small Introductions to Big Topics Geography gives shape to our innate curiosity; cartography is older than writing. Channelling our twin urges to explore and understand, geographers uncover the hidden connections of human existence, from infant mortality in inner cities to the
A nineteenth century tale of dangerous and pioneering mathematical ideas, based on an incredible true
How do you want to change your life?This book will show you how to inject some magic into your mornings, make your days more fulfilling and more productive, and set yourself on course to achieve your dreams - and all in just five minutes. It's everything you need to make your day - and your life -
In an intimate portrayal of high-concept big ideas, can we engineer ourselves out of a problem of our own making? Set against the backdrop of rapidly escalating climate catastrophe, scientists Kate Larkin and Jay Gunesekera are recruited by tech billionaire and mogul Davis Hucken to the forests of
The best things in life are free! It's possible to enjoy fun-packed days without it costing you a fortune - or anything at all! Let the suggestions in this beautiful book inspire you to live out some amazing experiences, both inside and outside the home, without spending a thing. If you're looking
'Not for the faint-hearted.' ScotsmanWhat do you do when the life you've carefully built for yourself comes apart?Lydia Smith lives a quiet life, spent in the company of her colleagues and customers at the bookstore where she
Ideas in Profile: Small Introductions to Big Topics In the first title of an exciting new series one of the world's leading political scientists asks the big questions about politics: what is it, why we do we need it and where, in these turbulent times, is it heading? From the gap between rich and
We all have ideas about what we think life will be like - ideas we pick up from books, films, music videos, the adults around us, and even church. We think we have a roadmap that will guide us towards success. But it isn't long before life throws some curve-balls at us. Florence Gildea looks at a
In this debut collection Caroline Teague addresses ideas of melancholy linked to striving for a sense of belonging and home. At the same time Good Earth explores reactions and reflections of grief, family and several identities that fit outside the standard'. These poems are deeply personal
THE SUSPECT is a psychological thriller, a novel of ideas and a story of love. Michael Robotham has a remarkable grasp of the subtle turns of the human mind and his clear-cut, cunning prose is a joy to
'You're always good on ideas, Tom...'An American art collector is claiming that the expensive masterpiece he bought is a fake. He wants to meet with the artist - but Tom Ripley knows that artist no longer exits. Ripley needs to hide his role in the fraud, and keep his colleague's mouth
Covers all the big ideas and powerful people in politics, enabling your child to join the debate and get their voice heard. This title shows how different systems and beliefs have developed, the ways in which laws are made, what happens behind the scenes in parliament, and how you can get
Shake Touch Play is a multi-touch board book inspired by children's activity centers.From rattles and mirrors to flocking and fur, this sensory board book plays with three key senses: sight, touch, and sound.The simple rhyming text encourages children to look at, touch, and listen to the novelty
For the first time in Penguin Classics: Nietzsche's accessible exploration of key ideas in his landmark Beyond Good and Evil--in a lucid new translation Friedrich Nietzsche claimed that the purpose of On the Genealogy of Morals was to call attention to his previous writings. But in fact the book
A unique and practical guide to generating ideas by using diagrams and visual thinking
Napkins add the perfect finishing touch to every table setting. More than a functional item, they can transform and enhance an event. A pure white napkin, generous in size and made of heavy linen in a classic fold adds instant sophistication and formality; a multi-coloured fan bursting out of a
'If you're a progressive, in Britain or elsewhere, and if you think the movement needs fresh ideas, read this book, it's full of them. Then get to work' The Guardian'It ought to be required reading for every civil servant, regulator and politician in the UK and elsewhere' Literary ReviewFinancial
An engaging introduction to climate change for young readers, with positive project ideas to enable them to make a
ideas and inspiration for those looking to reduce their household waste Is recycling really the answer to household waste? How do we eliminate microplastics from our wastewater? How do we avoid consumer goods that are designed to break? How do we stop the oceans being trashed? Towards Zero Waste