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More than a dozen years after the last cars rolled off the production lines in Trollhattan, Saab still commands a keen following among car enthusiasts around the world. During the 60 years of its existence, Saab became renowned for the aerodynamic design, technical innovation and sturdy construction of its cars, which famously appealed to individualists and creative thinkers. This handy full-colour guide covers the complete history of Saab's cars. The story begins with the 'U...

Now in paperback, The Globe traces humanity's quest to understand the true shape of the Earth. Ancient Greek philosophers identified it as spherical in the fourth century BCE, with this knowledge spreading via Rome, India, and Central Asia. The Catholic Church accepted a round Earth well before Columbus, yet Jesuit missionaries only persuaded the Chinese to abandon their square-earth cosmology in the seventeenth century. Challenging traditional views on intellectual history, ...

Simon “Woody” Wood, founder and editor-in-chief of Sneaker Freaker magazine, has spent the last two decades analyzing the global cult of footwear fanatics. That experience directly inspired World’s Greatest Sneaker Collectors, a stonking 752-page journey into the priceless stockpiles and obsessive minds of prominent aficionados.From Tokyo to New York, via London, Philadelphia, Melbourne, and Stjørdal, no crumbled midsole is left unturned as over 2,500 vintage classics, unique...

This book guides us through the fascinating life and writings of Marcus Aurelius, the only Roman emperor celebrated for centuries for his decency and earnest Stoic philosophy. Philosopher William O. Stephens explores Marcus' reluctant rise to power, his marriage and his efforts to mould his son into a successor. He examines Marcus' Stoic tenets as he describes the struggles of dealing with a fifteen-year pandemic, the betrayal of a trusted general, social upheaval centred on ...

Follow photographer Frédéric Chaubin as he embarks on a unique, century-spanning journey through Europe. Featuring images of more than 200 buildings in 21 countries, Stone Age. Ancient Castles of Europe presents the history and architecture of the most dramatic medieval castles of the continent in an unprecedented collection.Building on the success of his foray into Soviet design with CCCP, Chaubin once again documents the afterlife of highly rational structures that seem out...

In DOG MAN: BIG JIM BEGINS, discover the origin of our beloved characters from the Dog Man series as they join forces to stop the Space Cuties from destroying the city. Will the past predict the future for Dog Man and his friends? Will goodness and bravery prevail? Can anything happen if you truly believe? Get ready for another unforgettable book in the #1 worldwide bestselling series from master graphic novelist and award-winning illustrator Dav Pilkey. AND coming soon, the ...

The brand new feel-good, laugh-out-loud Tom Gates story featuring LOADS of doodles, three parties and some pesky pets.From Liz Pichon, the multi-million copy bestselling author and illustrator.Norman's told the whole school that DogZombies have a NEW SONG and a NEW LOOK for the BIG end of term party.But the problem is...they don't.How can they be the best band when they will be up against Oakfield Manor school?Will Tom make it to Leroy's party on time?Is dressing as a dolphin...

With stunning illustrations by Nico Delort, this keepsake edition is a definitive volume for all Hunger Games fans.Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has won the annual Hunger Games with fellow district tribute Peeta Mellark. Katniss and Peeta should be happy. After all, they have just earned for themselves and their families a life of safety and plenty. But it was a victory won by defiance of the Capitol and their harsh rules, and now there are rumors of rebellion in the dis...

From the creators of The Museum of Wes Anderson comes Tarantino Town, where dusty streets pulse with ’70s soundtracks, diners dish out “Big Kahuna Burgers,” and every corner brims with the swagger of one of cinema’s most daring and original visionaries. This wildly creative book transforms the renowned filmmaker’s iconic works into a fully immersive experience—a town teeming with grit, style, and more pop culture nods than you can count. Need a wardrobe upgrade? Stop by the l...

To jedna z najlepszych książek, jakie kiedykolwiek napisano o autorze „Przygód Alicji w Krainie Czarów”. Robert Douglas-Fairhurst opowiada o zawiłych losach Lewisa Carrolla i Alice Liddell (później Alice Hargreaves) oraz – do dziś budzącym wiele kontrowersji – związku pisarza z kilkuletnią wówczas dziewczynką. Łatwiej jednak potępić Carrolla, niż z całkowitym przekonaniem postawić zarzuty. Historia tych dwojga jest bowiem równie zagmatwana i tajemnicza, jak świat „...

One of Us Is Lying meets Knives Out - with beasts, murder, and magic- in this first book in a thrilling locked-room whodunnit YA fantasy duology by Andrea Hannah and New York Times bestseller Rebecca Mix.After a decade of war, the kingdoms of Avendell and Istellia have finally agreed to peace. As nobles and magic wielders from both countries arrive at remote Castle Avendell for a historic all-night masquerade to celebrate, King Costis summons an unlikely group to his chambers...

Looking to create marketing plans that truly connect with your customers?The Customer-Driven Marketing Handbook by Fab Giovanetti is your guide to building effective marketing strategies that focus on real customer relationships. Designed for early to mid-career professionals, this book breaks down marketing essentials into clear, manageable steps. It helps you understand what works for your brand and shows you how to refresh your plans to keep pace with a fast-changing marke...

I want to come back as a crab. A crab's skin is made of bone and the flesh is inside the bone. But we're the opposite.We have bone inside flesh. Chichirim is a plain, neglected girl. Her parents forget about her birthday and the boys at school always take more interest in her best friend.She's desperate to climb the social ladder and be noticed, by anybody. When she meets a middle-aged assistant director at her sister's job, he makes her feel beautiful and different, and she ...

A celebration of the world’s most cherished cinemas, from vintage movie houses to quirky start-ups. Grab your popcorn and settle in to the world of Silver Screens, where the magic of cinema lives on. Cinemas are where emotions come alive – where heartstrings are tugged, fears exposed, and joy explodes with every happy ending.Cinemas are a place of communal experience, of first dates and unforgettable reactions. Silver Screens captures that magic, celebrating remarkable movie ...

Niezwykła powieść uwielbianej w świecie autorki bestsellerów „Słowik” oraz „Gdzie poniesie wiatr”. Pełna ciepła opowieść, która podnosi na duchu i pozwala uwierzyć, że warto marzyć i szukać miłości. Joy, zdradzona przez męża bibliotekarka z małego miasteczka, ma w perspektywie pierwsze od lat samotne Święta. W odruchu desperacji jedzie na lotnisko i wybiera daleki lot do nieznanej sobie miejscowości o nazwie Hope, ponieważ jak nigdy potrzebuje nadziei. Nieoczekiwany bieg wypa...

The indispensable guide to managing mood disorders—now completely revised and updated. In this updated edition of the classic guide to managing your depression, Dr. Susan J.Noonan provides comprehensive support for navigating the challenges of mood disorders with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based solutions. As a physician who has personal experience living with depression, Dr. Noonan offers practical tools and exercises to help individuals understand and manage their sy...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to South America.Discover South America's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from admiring one of Argentina's greatest natural wonders, the majestic Glaciar Perito Moreno; to taking in Patagonia's dramatic scenery on a road trip along Chile's Carretera Austral; and marvelling at the striking stone ruins of Ingapirca, Ecuador's most im...

Ile razy czytałeś już o wybrańcu, który musi zdobyć magiczny miecz, by pokonać powracającego po tysiącu lat mrocznego władcę? Masz już dość tych samych opowieści o smokach i elfach, a każda kolejna "prastara przepowiednia" brzmi tak samo? Fantasy potrafi być do bólu przewidywalne. Ale nie musi. A co, jeśli największa przygoda nie czeka w odległych królestwach, a tuż pod Twoimi stopami? (I nie chodzi tu o plątaninę korzeni i kretowisk…) Co, jeśli zamiast kolejnej ...

Sake, Japan’s iconic rice-based alcoholic drink, has been central to Japanese culture for over 1,300 years. Traditionally made with rice, water and koji mould, it was consumed in early brewpubs and was vital to samurai rituals and festivals. Sake’s story includes homebrewers like clan matriarchs, ancient princes and modern political activists who defied laws to keep homebrewing alive.Temples refined sake-making techniques, laying the foundation for a thriving industry that be...

What if your most beautiful love story turned into your biggest nightmare? What if the dear friend who taught you so much about your self-destructive tendencies became the unstable partner with whom you disastrously reenacted every one of them? And what if your most devastating heartbreak opened a pathway to your greatest awakening?

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Brazil.Discover Brazil's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking your pick of raucous, remote, classy and laid-back beaches on Ilhabela; to immersing yourself in the Amazon's flooded forest at Mamiraua, a refuge for rare birds, reptiles and mammals; and getting served rodizio-style in the gaúcho city of Porto Alegre.Build a ...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Mexico.Discover Mexico's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from market-hopping through the aromatic Mercado Municipal in San Cristóbal de las Casas; to hiking to the warm, bubbling Aguas Termales Rekowata hot springs from Creel; and swimming alongside fully grown whale sharks as they come to feed in the shallows at Isla Holbox.Bui...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Rio de Janeiro.Discover Rio de Janeiro's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from walking around the streets of Santa Teresa to marvel at colourful murals and graffiti art; to escaping the crowds and beating the heat with a swim in one of Horto's freshwater waterfalls; and dancing the night away to samba at Pedra do Sol. Build a tri...