Discover the secrets and beauty of the world’s rarest trees in this fantastic book filled with more than 300 color photographs. Did you know that the resin of the dragon tree was so prized that it was used and traded as medicine by the Roman Empire?... Zobraziť viac
The rise of globalization and financialization as seen from a barge—one Swedish barge, to be exact, built in 1979What do a barracks for British troops in the Falklands War, a floating jail off the Bronx, and temporary housing for VW factory workers in... Zobraziť viac
As the automobile faces its biggest transformation in a century, industry insider Michael Dunne reveals how China dominated the electric vehicle market and what it means for America's economic and technological future. Zobraziť viac
Ireland's weather unfolds as a captivating saga linking daily life, history, and science. The Irish weather. Subject of endless conversations, the saviour of small talk and famously unreliable. We all know it well, as a constant, if capricious,... Zobraziť viac
Discover the rich heritage of blackletter script with The Blackletter and Old English Lettering Reference Book by Vault Editions. This comprehensive guide celebrates the enduring dark allure and rich heritage of blackletter script, presenting an... Zobraziť viac
Plants of Power is a modern guide to the foundational plants you can grow in your own garden apothecary. Reconnect with the natural world, discover age-old wisdom and tap into the power of plants to help us, whether for mood, healing, love or other... Zobraziť viac
'An enjoyable grand tour of western European history ... full of flavour and sparkle.' The Sunday Times'The book's elegant premise is that the Rhine, the Rhône and the Po gave rise to the three great national cultures - and in doing so helped unify... Zobraziť viac
Grasses of East Africa describes 100 species of common, ecologically important, or remarkable grass found in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi. Grasses comprise one of the largest plant families on Earth but are possibly the most overlooked... Zobraziť viac
Cats were seen as omens in ancient times but eventually became trusted animal companions to those who sailed the seas. From catching rats at docks and on ships at sea, cats often became mascots to the navies around the globe. Filled with informative... Zobraziť viac
Dogs have been loyal companions to human since ancient times, long before these wolf descendants were domesticated as our pets. Loyal and trainable, dogs served many purposes on ships, ranging from guarding the deck, to keeping watch over sailors on... Zobraziť viac
China's shipbuilding industry has grown more rapidly than any other in modern history. Commercial shipbuilding output jumped thirteen-fold from 2002-12, ensuring that Beijing has largely reached its goal of becoming the world's leading shipbuilder. Yet... Zobraziť viac
A collection of 12 charming wrapping paper sheets and matching sticker tags from family lifestyle brand HelmsieHelmsie Wrapping Paper Book is a collection of 12 patterned wrapping sheets that reflect the whimsical, nostalgic, yet modern aesthetic that... Zobraziť viac
With 15 beautiful designs, CIY: Crochet-It-Yourself takes you through all the steps and techniques that you need to master and refine your crochet skills. In this fresh and modern guide to crochet, Emma Wright shows you how to create your own stylish... Zobraziť viac
From colour-drenched spaces to micro colour-pops, the hues we choose to live with have a huge impact on our wellbeing. Step inside 12 homes that use colour as a backdrop for everyday life.Colour is a universal language and a channel for creativity and... Zobraziť viac
Flora of Madeira is the first book to describe fully all of the vascular plants of the Madeiran and Salvage Islands. It covers over 1360 species of native and naturalized plants, many of them little known. A high proportion of taxa, some 16%, are... Zobraziť viac
From the Chevrolet Bel Air to the Ferrari Testarossa, The Classic Car Book showcases the most important and iconic classic cars from every decade since the 1940s. Fully illustrated and packed with stunning photography, ... Zobraziť viac
Meet more than 200 minifigures from the LEGO (R) Star Wars (TM) Galaxy and get an exclusive Darth Maul minifigure! Discover heroes, villains, aliens, and droids in this fully updated character encyclopedia - complete with an exclusive Darth Maul... Zobraziť viac
Dostadning, or the art of death cleaning, is a Swedish phenomenon by which the elderly and their families set their affairs in order. Whether it's sorting the family heirlooms from the junk, downsizing to a smaller place, or setting up a system to ... Zobraziť viac
The next collection of all-new beautiful houses and gardens that have appeared in the pages of Vogue over the last decade, with more than 400 full-color photographs. Lavishly illustrated in full color, Vogue Living: City, Country, .. Zobraziť viac
Tato monografie, plná kvalitních fotografií a technických detailů, je především určena obdivovatelům vojenské techniky, sběratelům a modelářům. Zobraziť viac
