Unlikely Pilgrim: A Journey Into History and Faith (Regnery Alfred)(Pevná vazba)

Unlikely Pilgrim: A Journey Into History and Faith (Regnery Alfred)(Pevná vazba)

Two middle-aged men, fast friends, make eleven foreign trips--pilgrimages you might call them --to parts of the world rich in the history of Christianity. The trips combine adventure, strenuous physical activity, exhilaration, discovery, and friendship. Three of the journeys were to Western Europe;

Going to My Father's House: A History of My Times (Joyce Patrick)(Pevná vazba)

A historian's personal journey into the complex questions of immigration, home and nation From Ireland to London in the 1950s, Derry in the Troubles to contemporary, de-industrialised Manchester, Joyce finds the ties of place, family and the past are difficult to break. Why do certain places

Lord of All the Dead (Cercas Javier)(Pevná vazba)

Lord of All the Dead is a courageous journey into Javier Cercas' family history and that of a country collapsing from a fratricidal

History Year by Year - A journey through time, from mammoths and mummies to flying and facebook (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Berlin: Portrait of a City (Taschen)(Pevná vazba)

The spirit of Berlin: A photographic journey into the city s history Berlin has survived two world wars, was divided by a wall during the Cold War, and after the fall of the wall was reunited. The city emerged as a center of European power and culture. From 1860 to the present day, this book

Journey into Light - The Challenge and Enchantment of Catholic Christianity (Strange Roderick)(Pevná vazba)

An introduction to Catholic

Timeline: A Visual History of Our World (Goes Peter)(Pevná vazba)

Take a journey through the history of our planet... A perfect introduction to history for young and old, Timeline travels the story of our world, through a lens that captures myths and legends, dinosaurs, the great civilizations, kings and knights, discoveries and inventions. Timeline shows the

New York: A Photographic Journey (Goossens Jacqueline)(Pevná vazba)

A fascinating pictorial journey into the vibrant story of New York City, past and present, told through historical and archival photos, prints, stereoscopes, and

Double Exposure (Gough Alfred)(Pevná vazba)

From the creators of Smallville and Into the Badlands comes an action-packed 'triple feature' debut thriller about a war veteran and CIA officer in the 1960s swept up into a cat and mouse game with enormous, world-altering consequences where Hitler may still be alive (Brad Meltzer, #1 New York

Pilgrim Prayer/Gweddi'r Pererin (Cotter Jim)(Pevná vazba)

Today, the boundary between holidays and pilgrimages is blurred. So how can we make a journey in the spirit of a pilgrimage, whether it be following an old pilgrim trail, or walking the streets where we live, or simply travelling within ourselves? This volume aims to help by providing material for

Widows: Poverty, Power and Politics (Andrews Maggie)(Pevná vazba)

The unlikely history of women's empowerment through widowhood Historically seen as figures of pity and foreboding - poverty stricken receivers of charity, tragic figures dressed in black and even sometimes sexually voracious predators or witches - widows have been subject to powerful stereotypes

A Cat's Tale: A Journey Through Feline History (Koudounaris Paul)(Pevná vazba)

A comprehensive history of felines and their impact on the world--from prehistoric origins to present-day status as beloved companions--told through the cats who lived it For thousands of years, mankind has developed as a civilization built on the mythos that we are the most powerful beings on

Utterly Brilliant!: My Life's Journey (Mallett Timmy)(Pevná vazba)

'A vivid, beautifully written and often moving book, skilfully dovetailing memoir, history, art and a cycling pilgrimage across Europe into a unique and uplifting whole. If you think you know who Timmy Mallett is, you're in for a rewarding surprise!' Proffesor Brain Cox 'A must read. This is a

Liverpool Scrapbook: A Backpass Through History (O'Neill Michael A.)(Pevná vazba)

Liverpool FC Scrapbook provides an insight into the unique journey of one the most famous football clubs in the world: Liverpool FC. Featuring a wide variety of superb photographs and rare memorabilia including rare match tickets, unique match programs, team sheets and much more. Follow the

Al Dente: A History of Food in Italy (Parasecoli Fabio)(Pevná vazba)

Spaghetti with meatballs, fettuccine alfredo, margherita pizzas, ricotta and parmesan cheeses--we have Italy to thank for some of our favorite comfort foods. Home to a dazzling array of wines, cheese, breads, vegetables, and salamis, Italy has become a mecca for foodies who flock to its pizzerias,

Hidden Wonders (Lonely Planet Kids)(Pevná vazba)

Take a journey into the unknown and discover the planet's wildest and most wonderful sights. Paddle through the eerie glowworm caves of New Zealand, ride with the wild horses of the Namib desert, and swing off the end of the world in Ecuador. Packed with incredible facts, photos and

Half Lives - The Unlikely History of Radium (Santos Lucy Jane)(Pevná vazba)

Lucy Jane Santos presents the surprising history of radium in everyday

Soul and Glory: English Football, 1950-1989 (Bazell Matthew)(Pevná vazba)

Soul and Glory takes you on a journey through football history, spanning four unforgettable and unique decades from 1950 to 1989. Using beautiful images, it's a celebration of the game, from the life and soul of the packed-out terraces to the glory and despair on the pitch. The book showcases the

Dinosaurs - A Journey to the Lost Kingdom (Argot Christine)(Pevná vazba)

Blending history and fantasy, science and art, the story of how dinosaurs were discovered and reimagined comes to life through splendid illustrations in this handsome slipcased volume. Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Brontosaurus, Tyrannosaurus...these exotic prehistoric creatures continue to fascinate

Materialising Colour (Withers Jane)(Pevná vazba)

A fascinating journey into the world of textiles and color through the eyes of Kvadrat expert Giulio RidolfoDenmark's Kvadrat, one of the world's leading textile companies, provides high-end fabrics to major design companies, collaborating with some of the most interesting creative talents working

Depeche Mode: Faith & Devotion (Gittins Ian)(Pevná vazba)

Emerging from the unlikely locale of Basildon at the dawn of the Eighties, the unassuming Depeche Mode became pioneers of British electro-pop. Surviving the abrupt early departure of band founder and chief songwriter Vince Clarke, they quickly gathered a fervent cult following before powering into

The Pull of the River: A Journey Into the Wild and Watery Heart of Britain (Gaw Matt)(Pevná vazba)

Tales of escape and adventure on Britain's

History of Pictures for Children (Hockney David)(Pevná vazba)

A History of Pictures for Children takes readers on a journey through art history, from early art drawn on cave walls to the images we make today on our computers and phone cameras. Based on the bestselling book for adults, this children's edition of A History of Pictures is told through

Cheltenham - A New History (Jones Anthea)(Pevná vazba)

Dr Anthea Jones describes Cheltenham's varied and unique journey from market town to booming spa, followed by the arrival of industry and suburban expansion, right up to today's tourist hotspot that benefits from a varied economic base and a wide social mix. A major new