David West Boeken

The Story of Trees takes the reader on a visual journey from some of the earliest known tree species on our planet to the latest fruit cultivars. The chosen trees have all had a profound effect on the planet and humankind. Starting with the Ginkgo biloba, fossils of which date back 270 million years, we learn about how trees came to be integral to the development of our species, and how specific trees have become important religious, political, and cultural symbols. With beautiful illustrations by Thibaud Herem and fascinating botanical facts and figures, this book will appeal to tree lovers from all over the world.

Introduces children to the anatomy of animals with cutaway illustrations

Head over to the garden with Nora the Naturalist! This fun and engaging look at the world of Garden Animals includes text at two-levels, large color photographs, and further information supplied by the fun chibi character, "Nora the Naturalist," to help readers advance to the "next level."

A pilot's-eye view of the Mediterranean naval air war

Let Mechanic Mike show you his favorite Rescue Vehicles. From ambulances to police cars, discover the incredible variety of some of the world's amazing life-saving machines.

The evolution of tanks from their inception in World War One to modern-day armored vehicles is vividly illustrated through twelve dioramic scenes. These displays showcase the transformation in design and functionality, highlighting how tanks, including the turreted models of World War Two and contemporary missile-firing versions, revolutionized military tactics and the landscape of warfare. Each scene captures a significant moment in tank development, emphasizing their enduring impact on combat strategies.

An authoritative account of the European naval air war by a retired naval aviator. Coverage of many overlooked operations as well as new detail on more famous ones. Heavily illustrated with rarely seen photographs.

S přesvědčením, že překladatel má sloužit autorovi (a že to v českém básnickém překladatelství bývá příliš často naopak), předkládá Miloslav Uličný veřejnosti své verze 154 Shakespearových Sonetů, v nichž se snaží najít cestu mezi adekvátností (věrností originálu) a přijatelností (českým územ). Občas užije archaismus - vždyť autor ty své cukrové znělky napsal před více než čtyřmi sty lety -, ale nikdy nechce lacině aktualizovat, přidávat na expresivitě či histriónsky dramatizovat nebo naopak šedivě nivelizovat styl génia. V jeho službách chce být i služebníkem českého čtenáře, který má zajisté právo poznat kteréhokoliv cizojazyčného autora nikoli v přestrojení, nýbrž v šatu, jaký měl na sobě ve chvíli, kdy promlouval svou mateřštinou.

"Let Mechanic Mike show you his favorite cars. From vintage cars to supercars, discover the incredible variety of some of the world's speediest machines."--Page 4 of cover.

"Head over to the garden with Nora the Naturalist! This fun and engaging look at the world of Garden Animals includes text at two-levels, large color photographs, and further information supplied by the fun chibi character, "Nora the Naturalist," to help readers advance to the "next level.""