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Thomas Aquinas, one of the most famous and highly thought of Christian thinkers, was a controversial figure who was exposed and engaged in conflict. This Very... Læs mere
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The story of tuberculosis is a rich and fascinating one. It is a complex and ancient disease that, after many years of virtual disappearance in the developed... Læs mere
What is leadership? Are leaders born or bred? How do leaders lead? In this Very Short Introduction, Keith Grint considers these questions, prompting the reader to... Læs mere
Ian Stewart considers the concept of infinity and the profound role it plays in mathematics, logic, physics, cosmology, and philosophy. He shows that working with infinity is not just an abstract, intellectual exercise, and analyses its important practical everyday applications.
Archaeologist Sir Barry Cunliffe brings up to date his classic work on the Ancient Celts, those bold warriors and skill craftsmen of barbarian Europe who inspired fear in the Greeks and Romans.
Polymer Physics provides an introduction to the field for upper level undergraduates and first year graduate students. Any student with a working knowledge of calculus, physics and... Læs mere
I am the fastest! I am the best! I should have a medal to wear upon my chest! chants Frog in Fast Frog. Frog likes being the best at... Læs mere
Containing 80 coloured pegs to use when building Numicon shapes in the classroom. Best used alongside Numicon Teaching Resources. Not suitable for children under 36 months.
Embed geographical and critical thinking skills for the latest Cambridge IGCSE, IGCSE 9-1 and O Level (0460/0976/2217) syllabuses with the skills focused approach, from examiners David Kelly and Muriel Fretwell.
Winnie's flying carpet is just what she has always wanted. But it turns out to be rather mischievous: even whisking Wilbur out of the window and off to the funfair. How will Winnie rescue her beloved black cat? She is going to need a lot of nerve and a little magic.