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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Rebecca Bagley (illustrateur). Neuware - A novel celebrating the power of nature and the imagination, encouraging children to explore and be adventurous. Willow knows when she meets the Wild Things in the Wilderness that nothing will be the same again.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Pippi Longstocking makes the everyday extraordinary, and spreads fun wherever she goes. In this new, highly-illustrated edition of one of her classic adventures, she invents a new word - and then becomes determined to find out what the word means. Join her and her friends Tommy and Annika as they set out to find a snirkle! This first reader is based on a chapter from the title Pippi Longstocking in the South Seas.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The beautiful and poignant story of a cloud called Cyril that conveys positive messages about the life and colour that water brings to our world.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Winnie and Wilbur are fascinated by the creepy-crawlies in the garden and decide it could be fun to shrink right down to their size. But when you're knee-high to a caterpillar, there can be some very hairy moments. And when a humongous wand is too big to handle, will things ever get back to normal.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Rooted in ancient astronomy, trigonometry is mathematics' powerful toolkit for scientific measurement. It has been at the heart of the study of infinity, complex and imaginary numbers, and the shape of the space itself. Our experience of the universe has been made possible, and deeply challenged, by this surprisingly deep and fruitful subject.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Korea, long in the shadows of its neighbours China and Japan, is now the object of considerable interest. This book focuses on answering several historical questions: what does it mean to be Korean How did this nation evolve into today's sharply contrasting societies And how does Korea fit into the larger narrative of world history.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This GCSE History revision guide is part of the popular Oxford AQA History series, expertly written to match the AQA 9-1 GCSE History specification. It covers the topics required to succeed in the Paper 1 Conflict and Tension 1894-1918 Wider World Depth Study exams, and includes these key features:- Clear, visual recaps of key events using diagrams and bullet points to aid memory and understanding- Targeted revision activities that build from basic comprehension to exam-style questions- Progress checklists and GCSE Exam Practice to help track revision and identify areas for improvement- Step-by-step exam guidance based on the popular 'How to' feature from the Student Book- Examiner Tip features expert advice and common mistakes to avoid- Activities including Source Analysis and 'How Far Do You Agree ' to boost confidence on all AQA GCSE Conflict and Tension question types- Perfect for use alongside the Student Book or as a stand-alone resource for independent revisionThis GCSE History revision guide helps students Recap, Apply, and Review their way to exam success.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Art history encompasses the study of the history and development of painting, sculpture and the other visual arts. Here, Dana Arnold introduces the issues, debates, and artefacts that make up the discipline. She explores how we write, present, read, and look at art, and the impact this has on our understanding of art history.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The Amazon is a land of superlatives. The complex ecosystem covers an area about the size of the continental U.S. The Amazon River discharges 57 million gallons of water per second - in two hours, this would be enough to supply all of New York City's 7.5 million residents with water for a year. Its flora and fauna are abundant. Approximately one of every four flowering plant species on earth resides in the Amazon. A single Amazonian river may contain more fish species than all the rivers in Europe combined. It is home to the world's largest anteater, armadillo, freshwater turtle, and spider, as well as the largest rodent (which weighs over 200 lbs.), catfish (250 lbs.), and alligator (more than half a ton). The rainforest, which contains approximately 390 billion trees, plays a vital role in stabilizing the global climate by absorbing massive amounts of carbon dioxide - or releasing it into the atmosphere if the trees are destroyed. Severe droughts in both Brazil and Southeast Asia have been linked to Amazonian deforestation, as have changing rainfall patterns in the U.S., Europe, and China. The Amazon also serves as home to millions of people. Approximately seventy tribes of isolated and uncontacted people are concentrated in the western Amazon, completely dependent on the land and river. These isolated groups have been described as the most marginalized peoples in the western hemisphere, with no voice in the decisions made about their futures and the fate of their forests. In this addition to the What Everyone Needs to Know series, ecologist and conservation expert, Mark J. Plotkin, who has spent 40 years studying Amazonia, its peoples, flora, and fauna. The Amazon offers an engaging overview of this irreplaceable ecosystem and the challenges it faces.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Millions of non-Muslims know the name of the Muslim scripture, whether it is written as 'Qur'an' or 'Quran' or 'Koran.' But for most, that is all they know. Many have fallen victim to the mass of misinformation that circulates about the Qur'an. Others may have tried to read the Qur'an, but the text itself is tough to decipher. With no sense of context, chronology, or interpretive history, many would-be readers of the Qur'an quickly give up the effort. As for those trying to find out what the Qur'an says about any particular subject or issue, they, too, soon discover that this is not a simple or straightforward undertaking.A clear, concise introduction to the holy book that guides the lives of 1.6 billion people on our planet, this brief volume opens the world of the Qur'an to interested readers who want to know where this scripture came from and how it has achieved a profound influence in today's world. Writing in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format, Jane McAuliffe, one of the world's foremost scholars of the Qur'an, introduces readers to this important text by discussing its origins, structure, themes, interpretations, and what it has to say about a host of critical contemporary issues. Where did the Qur'an come from Do Muslims believe that the Qur'an is God's own word How do Muslims study the Qur'an What does the Qur'an say about God About family About ethics About violence By answering the questions that many people have about the Qur'an and its role in Muslim faith, this book offers an invaluable resource for anyone who is curious about one of the world's most important faiths.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Six emotionally engaging and beautifully illustrated levelled stories.This Read with Oxford Stage 4 collection is ideal for children who are gaining more reading confidence.Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Specially written to support and develop growing reading skills, with activities to make reading fun and reinforce comprehension.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Artemidorus' The Interpretation of Dreams(Oneirocritica) is the richest and most vivid pre-Freudian account of dream interpretation. The work is fascinating for what it reveals about ancient life, culture, and beliefs, and attitudes to the dominant power of Imperial Rome.

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Dangerous Crooked Scoundrels is a history of the United States in presidential insults. Beginning with George Washington ('old Muttonhead'), John Adams ('His Rotundity'), and Thomas Jefferson ('a brandy-soaked defamer of churches') and continuing up to the present day, readers learn about the challenges faced by each president, the insults directed at them, and how they responded. Along with the historical context, there is plenty for language lovers about the 'facetious pettifoggers,' 'prize honeyfugglers,' and 'byzantine logothetes' who have led the United States. With over 500 examples covering the span of U.S. history, linguist Edwin Battistella explains what insults are all about and what makes an effective political insult. In the process, he treats readers to some of the best political invective ever.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Populism is a political ideology that vilifies elites, minorities and foreigners while lionizing 'the people.' In The Populist Temptation, Barry Eichengreen focuses on the resurgence of populism as seen in Donald Trump's election, Brexit, and the rise of populist parties in Europe. He shows that, all through history, populists thrived when economic grievances and identity concerns came together, typically in the wake of sharp economic downturns and immigrant surges. This book is essential for anyone seeking to understand the appeals and dangers of populism.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This authoritative and up-to-date A-Z covers all aspects of interpersonal, mass, and networked communication in over 3,500 entries, including digital and mobile media, advertising, journalism, social media, and nonverbal communication.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - From dreams of Prince Charming or dashing military heroes, to the lure of dark strangers and vampire lovers; from rock stars and rebels to soulmates, dependable family types, or simply good companions, female fantasies about men tell us a great deal about the history of women. In Heartthrobs, Carol Dyhouse draws upon literature, cinema, and popular romance to show how the changing cultural and economic position of women has shaped their dreams about men.When girls were supposed to be shrinking violets, passionate females risked being seen as 'unbridled', or dangerously out of control. Change came slowly, and young women remained trapped in a double-bind: you may have needed a husband in order to survive, but you had to avoid looking like a gold-digger. Show attraction too openly and you might be judged 'fast' and undesirable. Education and wage-earning brought independence and a widening of horizons for women.These new economic beings showed a sustained appetite for novel-reading, cinema-going, and the dancehall. They sighed over Rudolph Valentino's screen performances as tango-dancer or Arab tribesman and desert lover. Women may have been ridiculed for these obsessions, but, as consumers, they had new clout. This book reveals changing patterns of desire, and looks at men through the eyes of women.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Written by a team of medical experts, this market-leading dictionary offers clear and authoritative definitions for all aspects of medical science.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'I'm laying a charge!' Which of the twins -Babini or Wele - should inherit the homestead when their father dies This classic tale of a court case among the Xhosa in precolonial times shows how the law and justice were applied with wisdom and consultation, and the importance of social values in these rulings.

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Latest from Olivier Roy offering a brilliant analysis of Europe's ongoing culture wars over identity, immigration and Islam, and what these mean for Christianity. As populism rises and historic identities are hotly contested, the idea of the 'Christian West' is under the spotlight.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Against the backdrop of the end of Mpande's rule and the coming of the missionaries to Natal in the mid-1800s, a love story between Ntsikana and Nomkhosi unfolds. Or will it be Thomas, who Minister Grout is grooming as a successor, that wins Nomkhosi's hand, as two cultures intersect: the Kholwa (Believers) and the traditionalists.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 42 poems by 29 African poets, side-by-side in both languages, bring you descriptions of life, love and nature, the sinking of the SS Mendi, politics, World War I and II and praise songs to great leaders. Be delighted and challenged by the treasures now accessible through the translation into English of the poetry of southern Africa.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Ed tech has so much potential, both for teachers and learners, so why hasn't it yet had the transformative impact on education that has long been promised Daisy Christodoulou tackles both sides of the ed tech debate in answering this question, critiquing missed opportunities about how we learn, as well as areas of success. Rooted in research, and written from the educationalists' perspective, Teachers vs Tech examines a broad range of topics from the science of learning and assessment, to personalisation, and the continued importance of teaching facts. It explores international examples from both big brand digital teaching programs and up-and-coming start-ups in considering what has and hasn't worked well. The author draws throughout on her experience in the classroom and from working within the education community. She outlines a positive vision for the future: one where technology is developed in conjunction with teachers' expertise, and is ultimately used to improve educational outcomes for all. Vive la ed tech revolution!

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Orcas are the most controversial display animal in history. But how did we come to care about them in the first place Drawing upon previously unavailable documents and interviews, this book explores our love affair with killer whales, and its impact on science, the marine park industry, and modern environmentalism.

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Charles Bamforth takes readers through the beer making process, offering insight into the people behind your favorite beers and what consumers should think about when buying and enjoying store-bought beer.

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Sharing stories of individual consumers, Watchdog shows how and why the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. The Bureau quickly became a powerful force for good, suing big banks for cheating or deceiving consumers, putting limits on predatory lenders, simplifying mortgage paperwork, safeguarding the mortgage market and the economy, and stepping in to help solve problems raised by individual consumers. Former Bureau director Richard Cordray tells a hopeful story of how our system can be reformed by putting government back on the side of the people.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This volume in the 21st-Century Oxford Authors series offers students an authoritative, comprehensive selection of the work of John Keats (1795-1821). This edition presents Keats's texts in chronological order, and includes an Introduction, Chronology, and full commentary notes.

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - In The Dragons and the Snakes, David Kilcullen asks what the opponents of the West have learned in the past quarter-century and how they have evolved. He shows how Russia, China, Iran and North Korea developed new tactics by copying terrorists and guerrillas, and how guerrilla groups have been able to access new technologies that allowed them to take on the states that oppose them. More broadly, Kilcullen explains how evolution happens in combat, how states and non-state groups copy each other, how our enemies have sought to exploit our tunnel-vision on terrorism since 9/11, and how we can respond.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Lesotho 1945. Minor king Mosito is educated at Lovedale College, but then is caught in a struggle between new ways and additions. His traditional counsellors manipulate Mosito's wife to counsel him to commit ritual murder in order to get strong muti to preserve his status as a minor king. Mosito's contemporaries who also went to Lovedale advise against this. Who will he listen to What will the judge find in the ensuing court case drama.