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**Akademia Jednorożców – Miejsce, gdzie zdarzają się cuda!** Dziesięcioletnia Sofia jest szczęśliwa, że wreszcie dostała się do Akademii Jednorożców! Dziewczynka jest pewna, że niezrównany jednorożec o imieniu Barwistik stanie się jej najlepszym przyjacielem. Pewnego dnia magiczne Jezioro Blasku nabiera dziwnego koloru, a jednorożce tracą kontrolę nad swoją magią. Sofia i Barwistik wiedzą, że mogą to naprawić. Aby to zrobić, muszą zebrać odwagę i wyruszyć w przygodę do ciemn...

That incomparable melancholy in Edward Hopper's pictures occasionally leads us to look at the details of his life. Where exactly did this master of loneliness live and work? What were his most important influences while he was working on his great paintings of America? In this wonderful, simply structured, A-to-Z book, Ulf K ster pursues these themes, which say a great deal about the painter and his interests, and yet he never loses sight of the artist and the necessary dista...

An extensive textile dictionary that covers all essential fabric knowledge from different types of textile, fabric materials to finishing options.Textilepedia covers Fibers, Yarn, Weave, Knits, Lace & Netting, Non-woven & Felting, Hides, Finishings, Patterns & Colors.Makes difficult-to-digest textile information easy to understand and apply.Practical and highly visual, suitable for all people in the fashion industry.The Ultimate Textile BibleTextilepedia is an extensive texti...

The essential guide to the complex, fascinating world of Chinese myths: retelling the stories and exploring their significance in Chinese culture.This is a concise and entertaining guide to the complex tradition of Chinese mythology. While many around the world are familiar with some aspects of Chinese myth through Chinese New Year festivities or the classic adventures of the Monkey King in Journey to the West few outside of China understand the richness of Chinese mythology,...

Make every night taco night!Bring together your favourite people for the ultimate taco night. Whether it's a weekend gathering with friends, a date-night in, or simply taco Tuesday, Taco Night has the best tacos for the right occasion.Learn how to make your own flour and corn tortillas with ease, so you'll never have to rely on store-bought versions again; and mix and match salsas and toppings and invite your guests to build their own tacos. With chapters that include recipes...

A Pulitzer-nominated author and one of the great public intellectuals of Slavic culture bring to life the unfamiliar myths and legends of the Slavic world. Slavic cultures are far-ranging, comprising of East Slavs (Russia, Ukraine, Belarus), West Slavs (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland) and South Slavs (the countries of former Yugoslavia plus Bulgaria), yet they are connected by tales of adventure and magic with deep roots in a common lore. In this first collection of Slavic ...

Pierwszy tom nowej trylogii uzupełniającej cykl „Kroniki Diuny” Serial Diuna. Proroctwo — inspirowany powieścią Zgromadzenie żeńskie z Diuny — już jesienią na HBO i platformie Max. Od bitwy pod Corrinem i zwycięstwa ludzi nad myślącymi maszynami minęło nieco ponad osiemdziesiąt lat. Nowe Imperium już okrzepło, skupiwszy kilkanaście tysięcy światów, ale to nadal pełen fermentu okres. Wciąż żywa jest nienawiść do zaawansowanych technologii, którą wykorzystuje ruch b...

This essential reference covers all aspects of the four cheese styles—including 150 varieties; how to select, serve, savor, and store them; and forty-six recipes from around the world. This comprehensive book provides a complete overview of cheese so readers can recognize the properties of each family: their history, ingredients, production and aging processes, seasonality, flavor profiles, and pairing affinities. Expert tips for choosing which cheese to buy, how to serve and...

A revised edition of this popular history of design, updated to reflect innovations since the book's first publication in 2016.Design: The Whole Story takes a close look at the key developments, movements and practitioners of design around the world, from the beginnings of industrial manufacturing to the present day. Organized chronologically, it locates design within its technological,cultural, economic, aesthetic and theoretical contexts.From the high-minded moralists of th...

A beautifully illustrated celebration of thelife and work of provocative fashion pioneerAlexander McQueen.Alexander McQueen's creative vision stunned and shocked the fashion world for over 15 years, with his avant-garde theatricality leading many to call him the enfant terrible of British fashion. He created fashion moments which have not faded from memory, like David Bowie's Union Jack coat from 1996, Sarah Jessica Parker's tartan Met Gala dress from 2006, and Lady Gaga's al...

Containing over 140 exclusive photographs ranging from private homes to football stadia across every region of the country, Brutalist Italy is the first publication to focus entirely on this subject.Best books of 2023 (Architecture and Design) - Financial Times'Brutalist Italian architecture enthusiasts and concrete completists will be spoilt for choice by Roberto Conte and Stefano Perego's pictorial tour.' - Wallpaper*What makes Italian Brutalist buildings different to their...

This vivid and fascinating collection of propaganda spans over a century a visual feast illustrating how persuasion, manipulation and fear were used to influence populations around the world.Do you know what propaganda looks like?A mural showing Saddam Hussein on horseback.A colossal cut-out of Benito Mussolini mounted on Milan Cathedral.A film of North Korea's Kim Jong Un parading an intercontinental ballistic missile.A Pakistani newspaper advertisement calling for 'Jehad' (...

A comprehensive and highly visual overview, from the cultural and theoretical background to the amazing variety and everything one needs to know about the creative potential of emojis.A means of expression for billions of people, emojis have established their function in our everyday lives. Increasingly complex in quality and quantity, these written language companions have long since transcended the realm of written communication to become a pop culture phenomenon of their o...

French couturi re Coco Chanel has achieved legendary status across the world and continues to captivate young generations of fashion fans who eagerly collect and share her quotes, creations and insights. A close friend of some of the leading wits and writers of her days (from Jean Cocteau to poet Pierre Reverdy), Coco Chanel was fierce and uncompromising in her pronouncements on fashion ('Some people think luxury is the opposite of poverty. It is not. It is the opposite of vu...

Explore all the possible ways that the world can end, astrophysically speaking.What, in the end, will signal the end of the world? It's the question we all ponder, but what could actually happen?Our Earth is our tiny little haven in this chaotic universe, and it's by sheer luck we are even here at all. The Little Book of Cosmic Catastrophes (That Could End the World) will explore a full breadth of astronomical conundrums, presenting complex ideas in bitesize, easy to digest s...

Explore the heart of Japanese daily life through its iconic convenience stores!For any visitor to Japan, it becomes immediately clear how central the convenience store (or 'konbini') is to everyday life. Different to our understanding of the convenience store in the US, Japan's three huge chains 7 Eleven, Family Mart, Lawson are the beating heart of the nation.Locals will pop into the konbini multiple times a day for household items, umbrellas (during those summer storms), ma...

The Ultimate Knitwear BibleThe Knitwear Manual is a comprehensive guide covering every aspect of knitwear, from fiber and yarn to knitting, garment style, finishing, and production. With hundreds of examples and high-quality images, this manual provides not only aesthetic inspiration but also technical know-how essential for creating successful knitwear products. From fiber fundamentals to production control, this book has it all.HIGHLIGHTS:• Comprehensive coverage of knitwea...

Best-selling author/illustrator Marion Deuchars now takes her beloved bird through a daily workout in the natural sequel to Yoga for Stiff Birds.Marion Deuchars perfectly understands the difficult relationship some of us have with our daily fitness routine. In How to be a Fit Bird she raises a smile and brings levity to our workouts, using Bob the bird to see us through a number of routines: from holistic ten-minute workouts to more specific sessions focusing on particular pa...

Drużyna pod przywództwem wojownika Laiosa przekonuje się, że dla poszukiwaczy przygód najbardziej liczy się... pełen żołądek?! Osłabieni głodem bohaterowie zostają pokonani przez czerwonego smoka, który w dodatku pożera siostrę Laiosa! Choć jest jeszcze szansa przywrócić ją do życia, to aby dotrzeć do niej na czas będą musieli nauczyć się wykorzystywać do gotowania... żyjące w lochach potwory!

Ojciec Wacław Oszajca zaznajamia dzieci z Pismem Świętym: prowadzi młodych czytelników poprzez wydarzenia Starego i Nowego Testamentu. Zabiera ich nad Jezioro Genezaret czy do Jerozolimy, a także do Edenu i na arkę Noego. Zaczyna od ziemskiej działalności Syna Bożego, a kończy opisem Jego narodzenia – cała historia zbawienia zamyka się bowiem w osobie Chrystusa. Nie bez powodu opowiadań jest tyle, ile dni w roku – przecież słowo Boże powinno być z nami zawsze. ...

The perfect introduction to the world of Japanese myth and legend.This is a smart and succinct guide to the rich tradition of Japanese mythology, from the earliest recorded legends of Izanagi and Izanami, their divine offspring and the creation of Japan, to medieval tales of vengeful ghosts, through to the modern-day reincarnation of ancient deities as the heroes of mecha anime. While many around the world love Japan's cultural exports, few are familiar with Japan's unique my...

A 28-day plan to help you achieve ketosis easily and enjoy the benefits of a keto lifestyle.Embarking on a new diet can be daunting, especially if it means drastically changing what you eat and having to cook with ingredients that might be unfamiliar to you. 28 Days Keto takes the stress out of dieting, helping you to transition to ketosis and enjoy all the benefits that the keto diet brings.An introduction to the keto diet, this book includes everything you need to know, fro...

The best of Hong Kong cuisine, from AM to PM.A Day in Hong Kong is a culinary journey through one of the world's most vibrant cities. A place that's bursting at the seams with incredible food and the people who love to eat it. Experience the city through its most iconic dishes, then recreate your favourites at home.From bustling wet markets to fine-dining restaurants, this book takes you on a delicious food adventure from breakfast through to dinner, showcasing the diverse ta...

The ultimate guide for aspiring artists with a love of manga.Following How to Draw a Graphic Novel, Balthazar Pagani returns, joined by manga expert Asuka Ozumi, to demystify the process of creating manga, from the creative spark that inspires a story, to what it's like to work in a professional manga studio.Featuring the work of Italian manga illustrator Silvia Vanni, and told from the point of view of two young manga fans, How to be a Manga Artist delivers a blend of profes...