London: NMM, 2005. — 450 p. From the Middle Ages through the glorious defeat of the Armada, the triumphs of Nelson and the battles of the First and Second World Wars, this entertaining history describes how the Royal Navy turned this country into the world's foremost sea power. Based on never-before-published material from the archives of the National Maritime Museum, including...
Thomson, 2000. — 160 p. English for Business aims to help learners of English to operate with more confidence in the world of business. It is suitable for those studying in business-related courses, as well as for those who are already established in their careers. The book covers a wide range of topics, both functional and factual. On the functional side, subjects such as...
Routledge, 2005. — 160 p.
The media often talk about public opinion, the 'American' or 'British' public, or the movie-going public. A public can hold an opinion and be divided. What is the public and where did it come from? Is there one public or many? Is the very idea of the public a myth? In this fascinating book, Alastair Hannay explores these questions and unpacks a much...
Routledge, 1994. — 192 p.
This book shows how the mature writings of Thomas Aquinas though written in the thirteenth century have much to offer the human mind and the relationship between intellect and will, body and soul.
Routledge, 2012. — 160 p.
Do we really know the things we think we know? Are any of our beliefs reasonable? Scepticism gives a pessimistic reply to these important epistemological questions - we don't know anything; none of our beliefs are reasonable. But can such a seemingly paradoxical claim be more than an intellectual curiousity? And if it is, can it be refuted? Ruth...
Routledge, 2004. — 72 p.
Along with Why I Am Not a Christian, this essay must rank as the most articulate example of Russell's famed atheism. It is also one of the most notorious. Used as evidence in a 1940 court case in which Russell was declared unfit to teach college-level philosophy, What I Believe was to become one of his most defining works. The ideas contained within...
Dorling Kindersley, 2004. — 688 p. — (Eyewitness Companions).
From Alsace to Western Australia, and from Piedmont, Italy to the Colchagua Wine Valley of Chile, Wines of the World delivers essential information about each of the 35 major wine-producing regions in the world. With detailed reports on the top producers; must-have vintages; maps; buying guides; and the style,...
Dorling Kindersley, 2008. — 288 p. — (Eyewitness Companions).
Whether you are looking to find out more about the production techniques and history of your favorite distillery or want to discover a hidden gem that you've never tried before, this book tells and shows you everything you need to know, including comprehensive tasting notes of recommended whiskies, serving...
Dorling Kindersley, 2010. — 360 p.
Focusing on the frontline soldiers who fought for their tribes, their cities, their overlords and their countries-from the Ancient Greeks who repelled the invading Persians in the 5th century to the US Marines in action in Korea, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf, this visual history paints a compelling portrait of the frontline soldier through...
Dorling Kindersley, 2006. — 120 p. — (Worklife). — ISBN: 978-1405315906. Develop your personal skills by understanding how to sell effectively, with strategies to ensure success. This book includes the basics of selling from preparation through to managing a team, with 5-minute fixes and high-impact techniques plus a simple self-assessment exercise to help monitor progress. You...
Dorling Kindersley, 1993. — 17 p.
Este libro trata de la sanidad en la mar, el rancho y los cocinas a bordo, las diversiones de los marinos del siglo XVIII.
Dorling Kindersley, 2006. — 24 p. — (Watch Me Grow).
Explaining each stage of development on the road to adulthood, these adorable books give beginning readers an animal's-eye view of growing up.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2005. — 360 p.
If you are not already in love with the way trees create atmosphere in woods or how they stand alone reaching to the sun, then this book will take you over the edge into woodland wonder where Japanese Maples create art in brilliant fall colors and Snow Gum trees stand alone against the blue sky.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2011. — 336 p. — (DK Eyewitness Travel Guide). — ISBN: 978-1405361675. From alternatives to the Carnival in Rio and the beaches of Thailand to substitutes for the most visited national parks and over-rated restaurants, The Road Less Travelled will help you find less crowded, sometimes less expensive and often more spectacular and rewarding places to visit....
DK Publishing, Inc., 2011. — 256 p.
An ideal reference for both medical students and prospective parents, The Pregnant Body Book looks at the nature of human pregnancy, including how it's changed through evolution, and explores the anatomy and physiology of both the reproductive systems. Examining the development of the baby in the womb and the parallel changes in the mother's...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2011. — 352 p.
Featuring delicious seasonal recipes to help make the best use of homegrown produce, The Kitchen Garden Cookbook is packed with imaginative, inspiring ideas to turn your beautiful bounty into delicious dishes. With techniques and expert advice to help you harvest, preserve, and prepare your crops successfully, The Kitchen Garden Cookbook is...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2011. — 352 p.
A comprehensive, fun-to-browse, and easy-to-use source of everything you want to know about the movies and the people behind them, The Film Book is a unique treasure trove of a guide that will appeal to anyone who loves movies. From the history of the art form to techniques, and then the films themselves, The Film Book provides an overview of...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2008. — 192 p.
Explores the world of edible mushrooms from the field to kitchen. Focuses on the best edible fungi, providing failsafe identification notes for over 50 choice varieties, and offers over 50 delicious everyday recipes using specific mushrooms and mixed mushrooms. Ideal for the forager and the foodie.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 352 p.
Learn how to manage your diet with the Diabetes Cookbook. Managing your diet is the key to good diabetes control. With recipes for lunch, dinner and healthy snacks, The Diabetes Cookbook is guaranteed to tempt your taste buds and contribute to the health and well-being of everyone with diabetes. Featuring over 250 delicious recipes, from...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 544 p.
Get the very best from the ingredients that you cook with everyday at home. Perfect for home cooks, keen to ensure they choose the very best and get the best results. Learn how to buy, store, prepare, cook, preserve and eat over 2,500 ingredients. Plus you'll learn about the best seasonal ingredients and discover complementary flavour...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 386 p. — ISBN: 978-0-7566-6018-5. The DK Eyewitness Thailand's Beaches & Islands will lead you straight to the best attractions Thailand's Beaches & Islands has to offer. The guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the city's stunning architecture, plus 3D aerial views of the key districts to explore on foot. You'll find...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2004. — 160 p.
This irresistibly readable manual shows you what to do and what not to do in any dating situation and uncovers all the skills you'll need to attract the kind of date you want. Full-color photographs and helpful, humorous text show how to use body language effectively and read other people's messages. Helpful hints on how to make an entrance...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2008. — 80 p.
This is a beautifully photographed study of the world's most extraordinary architectural feats. Readers can explore old favorites like the Empire State Building and new wonders like Taipei 101 and the Burj Dubai (now the world's tallest building). Architectural details, engineering miracles, and drop-dead images drive home just how incredible...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2006. — 352 p.
The perfect one-stop resource for anyone who wants to eat well and live well, this book is both a comprehensive guide to healing foods and a stunning collection of mouthwatering recipes. This updated and expanded edition of the classic Superfoods takes the reader on a culinary tour of the most nutritious foods on the planet, and offers advice...
DK Publishing, 2006. — 120 p. — ISBN: 978-0756626136. Learn to negotiate and win at work and at home, with strategies to ensure success. Includes solutions to key issues, from the basics of negotiation to getting results, 5-minute fixes and high-impact techniques plus a simple self-assessment exercise to help monitor progress. Follow as a complete course, or dip in and out of...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2005. — 160 p.
Discover the key to staying fit and supple with this easy-to-do stretching program. Targeted warm-up and cool-down stretches prevent sports injuries, while others effectively counter aches and pains, bad posture and the effects of aging. An added benefit is ease: this practical stretching program fits effortlessly into a busy life.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2007. — 224 p. — ISBN13: 9780756628505. For those who dream about the great foods you will eat as you travel around the world, Tom Kime documents his personal voyage of culinary discovery in this continent-by-continent cookbook that shows you how to prepare at home the food, the traditions and techniques of true locals.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 128 p.
Packed with simple, practical advice for the initial stages of weaning, Starting Solids is the perfect introductory book to first foods and gives parents all the information they need. Acclaimed children's nutritionist Annabel Karmel offers more than 50 delicious recipes to jumpstart parents into cooking healthy, nutritious food for their...
Watts C. — DK Publishing, 2007. — 48 p. Perfect for getting ahead at school or just stimulating children's interest, this groundbreaking series of workbooks leaves the competition in the dust. Each features a 48-page, full-color workbook, a fact-filled "wonderwheel," and a topical wall chart, all fully integrated to offer incredible depth and breadth on each exciting topic. Never...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2007. — 76 p.
Starfinder lays out the universe clearly, highlighting the signposts in the sky and explaining the cosmology of the stars. Discover the wonders of the night sky with up-to-date information about the universe, including monthly charts to both the northern and southern hemisphere, and a section on observing the Moon, planets, and other bodies of...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2007. — 272 p.
Explore the best of St. Petersburg with our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide. Whether you're on the hunt for stunning cathedrals and churches, soviet landmarks, or the best places to shop and browse, we've packed it all into this fantastic guide. Take walking tours of gorgeous architecture, waterways and bridges, or experience the city's wonderful...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 360 p.
Featuring a wealth of incredible astronomical photographs, Space is perfect for anyone interested in astronomy, space imagery, and the history of space exploration. Space takes us on an imaginary journey that starts on a launch pad, goes toward the center of our Solar System to see the inner planets and the Sun, and then flies outward past...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2013. — 480 p.
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: South Africa will lead you straight to the best attractions South Africa has to offer, from exploring the Palace of the Lost City and Kruger National Park to experiencing the multifaceted culture of a country with 11 official languages. Packed with information, detailed maps, beautiful cutaways, and floor plans of...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2009. — 352 p.
This beautifully illustrated book is packed full of recipes the entire family will love. With chapters such as Pasta and Noodles, Meat, and Winter Vegetables, you can turn any surplus items in your refrigerator into a delicious meal. In a handy, compact format, this book is perfect for taking with you to the farmer's market or supermarket.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2007. — 192 p.
An accessible, practical question-and-answer guide to living with and overcoming sleep problems, this important reference includes information on the causes and types of the disease, different kinds of treatments, and how to best improve the quality of life.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 146 p.
Using a combination of bite-sized, easily accessible information, and inspiring photographs of achievable results, the Simple Steps series promotes gardening as a real pleasure rather than a back-breaking chore. No other group in the plant kingdom can match the incredible diversity found within the orchid family. "Simple Steps: Orchids"...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 304 p.
Taking its inspiration from John Seymour's bestselling classic, The Complete Book of Self-Sufficiency, Self Sufficiency for the 21st Century brings the subject up to date by showing how to live a more sustainable life that everyone can access, whether living in the city, the suburbs, or the country. Sharing their experiences, tips, and...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2006. — 346 p.
An authoritative and encouraging guide to SCUBA diving for the beginner or intermediate enthusiast, this book contains expert advice and step-by-step illustrations on how to perfect key skills, how to buy and maintain equipment, what the different diving options are, and where to find classic dive sites around the world. This book focused on...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2008. — 128 p.
Drawing on the same standards of accuracy as the acclaimed DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, The DK Top 10 Guides use exciting colorful photography and excellent cartography to provide a reliable and useful pocket-sized travel. Dozens of Top 10 lists provide vital information on each destination, as well as insider tips, from avoiding the crowds...
Dorling Kindersley, 2005. — 24 p.
Presenting wildlife in a fresh and exciting way, DK's classic Look Closer series awaits a new generation. The four revised and updated titles in this beloved series use a combination of simple text and close-up photography to bring readers face-to-face with nature.
Elsevier, Inc., 2011. — 440 p.
Forensic scientists, law enforcement, and crime scene investigators are often tasked with reconstruction of events based on crime scene evidence, and the subsequent analysis of that evidence. The use and misuse of firearms to perpetrate crimes from theft to murder necessitates numerous invitations to reconstruct shooting incidents. The discharge...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2006. — 64 p. — (DK Experience).
Your adventure starts here! Experience the mysteries and wonder of Pyramid. Come on an incredible visual journey through an ancient pyramid, exploring its secret chambers and finding the fabulous tomb of a king. Witness how it was built as fantastic digital images show you a pyramid as you've never seen it before. Follow an...
DK Publishing, 2000. — 72 p. — ISBN: 978-0751327939. This handy book from the Essential Managers series is packed with relevant tips for today's competitive business world. Includes hundreds of photos, charts & diagrams. From setting out objectives to compiling the close-down report from finding the right sponsership to selecting the right software Project Mangagment shows you...
DK Publishing, 2008. — 96 p. DK Online provides complete and visually arresting reference at a new level. Topics are presented thematically, on double-page spreads, in a clear and logical progression - ending with a comprehensive glossary and index. Reference pages provide a clear and compelling overview of each topic. On every page, a range of ready-reference tools deliver...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2011. — 560 p.
With full-color photographs and growing information for more than 1,000 tried-and-tested plants, AHS Plants for Places is the perfect pocket-sized guide for trips to the garden center and nursery. It will explain to you what kinds of soil are perfect for different kinds of plants.
DK Publishing, Inc., 1999. — 320 p.
AHS Plant Propagation is a comprehensive, essential guide to increasing the numbers of a huge range of plants. An extensive introduction explains the botany and plant physiology behind the science of propagation, and the encyclopedic A - Z section presents all the appropriate techniques for more than 1,000 different kinds of plants....
CABI, 2004. — 352 p.
An understanding of plant diversity at both the genome and phenome level is important for both biodiversity conservation and plant breeding. Recent advances in genomics have also resulted in a growth of the subject of plant functional genomics. This book brings these areas together, by reviewing aspects of plant evolution as it relates to variation in plant...
DK Publishing, Inc., 2007. — 352 p. - (DK Eyewitness Companions)
Covering not only the history of Western thought, but also the traditions of Eastern philosophy and schools of thought from the Indian subcontinent, this companion combines philosophical analysis with historical and biographical information to explain and explore the major issues, theories, and problems at the...
DK Publishing Inc., 2006. — 120 p. — (Essential Managers). — ISBN: 978-1405315883. Following DK's bestselling Essential Managers and Essential Lifeskills series, both of which have sold more than 2,500,000 copies, the WorkLife Series covers key topics in both personal and professional life, including practical tips that will make a real difference.
DK Publishing, Inc., 2010. — 352 p.
From soaring snow-covered mountains to arid deserts, deep river gorges to the beautiful island-dotted coastline, this guide showcases one of the world's most beautiful regions.