Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces That Make Us Who We Are (Sullivan Bill)(Pevná vazba)

Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces That Make Us Who We Are (Sullivan Bill)(Pevná vazba)

Why are you attracted to a certain 'type?' Why are you a morning person? Why do you vote the way you do? From a witty new voice in popular science comes a clever, life-changing look at what makes you you. 'I can't believe I just said that.' 'What possessed me to do that?' 'What's wrong with me?'

Connectome - How the Brain's Wiring Makes Us Who We Are (Seung Sebastian)(Paperback / softback)

What really makes us who we are? This book shows that our identity does not lie in our genes, but in the connections between our brain cells - our own particular wiring, or 'connectomes'. It reveals the secrets of the brain, showing how our connectome makes each of us uniquely

Are We Bodies or Souls? (Swinburne Richard)(Pevná vazba)

What are humans? What makes us who we are? Many think that we are just complicated machines, or animals that are different from machines only by being conscious. In Are We Bodies or Souls? Richard Swinburne comes to the defence of the soul and presents new philosophical arguments that are supported

The Seamless Life: A Tapestry of Love and Learning, Worship and Work (Garber Steven)(Pevná vazba)

We all want to make sense of life, of who we are and why we are, and to know that what we do--day in and day out--matters. But daily demands often lead to a life that feels void of meaning and disjointed from our deepest beliefs.Steven Garber challenges us to move beyond our fragmented sense of

We Are the Romans - Meet the People Behind the History (Long David)(Pevná vazba)

Step back in time to Ancient Rome and meet some of the many people who lived, worked, and played during that time. From a young slave boy to a fierce gladiator, a washerwoman to a wealthy lady, and a mosaic artist to the emperor himself - each one will share with you the story of their own daily

London Street Signs: A Visual History of the Signs That Tell Us Where We Are (Hall Alistair)(Pevná vazba)

Celebrate London through an illuminating visual history of its most significant, curious, and unusual street signs. In every neighborhood of London you can find a remarkable public archive of lettering: the city's rich variety of street nameplates. A unique collection of styles and forms that

The Little Wonky Pumpkin (Ingram Lizzie)(Pevná vazba)

Being different is wonderful. It makes us who we are Every single one of us is unique, which means there is only one of you in the whole world Magical and exciting Halloween is nearly here when an enormous box arrives in store, bursting full of beautiful pumpkins ready to find families to love

This Is My Fort! (Monkey & Cake), 2 (Daywalt Drew)(Pevná vazba)

Meet Monkey and Cake.They are silly and they are curious.Sometimes they agree. Sometimes they do not.But Monkey and Cake are always best friends.Monkey and Cake love building forts! When Cake decides to build his own fort, Monkey feels left out. Monkey builds his own fort that's even bigger than

The Octonauts and the Frown Fish (Meomi)(Pevná vazba)

The Octonauts meet a fish who looks very sad...can they make it smile? Enjoy the original books that launched the hit animated TV show worldwide The Octonauts are a crew of adorable animals who explore the oceans in search of adventure and fun From their undersea base called the Octopod, the

The Acne Answer (Nadeau Marie-Veronique)(Paperback)

New research indicates that microbiota make us who we are. The skin's ecosystem is inhabited by diverse microorganisms, most of which are harmless or even beneficial. A few are pathogenic and play a role in acne formation. The Acne Answer looks at treating inflammatory skin conditions such as

Meet a Sanitation Worker! (in Our Neighborhood) (Library Edition) (Shepherd Jodie)(Pevná vazba)

Meet Emma and Theo, two best friends who share a neighborhood-as well as curious minds and adventuresome spirits Join in the excitement as these fun-loving friends continue to meet a variety of new community helpers and learn the ins-and-outs of their very important jobs. Each story is told from

Precious Planet: A User's Manual for Curious Earthlings (Tavernier Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

Discover the essential ways that we are connected to the earth in Precious Planet, and learn what you can do to take care of our planet. How amazing is the home we all share, planet Earth It's home to millions and billions of animals and plants, but have you ever wondered how everything is

100 People Who Made History - Meet the People Who Shaped the Modern World (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Meet the people who helped shape the world we know today. In this title, inventors and explorers rub shoulders with political leaders, sports stars, and entertainers. From Marco Polo to Marie Curie via Pele, it lets you meet the people that have changed our world and discover how they did

Maxfield Parrish (Ludwig Coy)(Pevná vazba)

We are pleased to bring this classic work back into print. A compendium of the life and work of Maxfield Parrish, it is an essential part of a Parrish library. For the collector, the publisher has included a value guide to some of the products that bear Parrish images. Examples of Parrish's most

The Memory Illusion: Remembering, Forgetting, and the Science of False Memory (Shaw Julia)(Paperback)

Memories make us who we are--yet the truth is they are far from being the accurate record we like to think they are. We can all admit to occasional memory lapses, but what if we have the potential for more profound errors of memory, even verging on outright fabrication and self-deception? Forensic

Who Has What?: All about Girls' Bodies and Boys' Bodies (Harris Robie H.)(Pevná vazba)

First in the 'Let's Talk About You and Me' series. Young children are curious about almost everything. Asking questions is one of many ways they learn about themselves and the world around them. Now, this unique series for our youngest children provides easy-to-understand facts and answers to their

The Premonition: A Pandemic Story (Lewis Michael)(Pevná vazba)

Fortunately, we are still a nation of skeptics. Fortunately, there are those among us who study pandemics and are willing to look unflinchingly at worst-case scenarios. Michael Lewis's taut and brilliant nonfiction thriller pits a band of medical visionaries against the wall of ignorance that was

Whoever You Are (Fox Mem)(Pevná vazba)

Enjoy this picture book celebration of diverse childhoods, and the essential things that make us all the same.'A compelling exploration of the differences between children that make them unique as well as the common humanity that unites them.' (Publishers Weekly)Every day all over the world,

Us Super Carrier: All Makes and Models * Insights Into the Design, Departments, Flight Operations and Daily Life of the Us Navy's Greate (McNab Chris)(Pevná vazba)

The US Navy's fleet of aircraft carriers are at the heart of global American military force. With nuclear-powered oceanic range, complements of nearly 5,000 crew, and typically carrying more than 70 combat aircraft, US carriers can remain on station for months, delivering aerial combat strikes on

My Mummy, My Mama, My Brother, and Me - These Are the Things We Found By the Sea (Meisner Natalie)(Pevná vazba)

Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork (Sullivan Dan)(Pevná vazba)

The world's foremost entrepreneurial coach shows you how to make a mindset shift that opens the door to explosive growth and limitless possibility--in your business and your life. Have you ever had a new idea or a goal that excites you... but not enough time to execute it? What about a goal you

You Make Me Proud (Summersdale)(Pevná vazba)

We all know someone who's strong and resourceful, who never gives up and meets every challenge with their head held high. This little book celebrates your loved one for being the resilient person they are. Packed with cheering quotes and statements, it's the perfect way to tell them: 'you make me

Mind Beyond Brain: Buddhism, Science, and the Paranormal (Presti David)(Pevná vazba)

Among the most profound questions we confront are the nature of what and who we are as conscious beings, and how the human mind relates to the rest of what we consider reality. For millennia, philosophers, scientists, and religious thinkers have attempted answers, perhaps none more meaningful today

We're Different, We're the Same (Sesame Street) (Kates Bobbi)(Pevná vazba)

Who better than Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to teach us that though we may all look different on the outside--deep down, we are all very much alike? Elmo and his Sesame Street friends help teach toddlers and the adults in their lives that everyone is the same on the inside, and it's our