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Inspired by her hugely popular podcast, How To Fail is Elizabeth Day’s brilliantly funny, painfully honest and insightful celebration of things going wrong. This is a book for anyone who has ever failed. Which means it’s a book for everyone. If I have learned one thing from this shockingly beautiful venture called life, it is this: failure has taught me lessons I would never otherwise have understood. I have evolved more as a result of things going wrong than when everything seemed to be going right. Out of crisis has come clarity, and sometimes even catharsis. Part memoir, part manifesto, and including chapters on dating, work, sport, babies, families, anger and friendship, it is based on the simple premise that understanding why we fail ultimately makes us stronger. It\'s a book about learning from our mistakes and about not being afraid. Uplifting, inspiring and rich in stories from Elizabeth’s own life, How to Fail reveals that failure is not what defines us; rather it is how we respond to it that shapes us as individuals. Because learning how to fail is actually learning how to succeed better. And everyone needs a bit of that. Σελίδες: 352, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Diana Cooper is a bestselling author and international speaker. In this updated edition of A Little Light on the Spiritual Laws, Diana Cooper offers 36 laws on life and spirituality.If you do not understand the rules of the game you cannot play in the top league. In the same way you cannot be happy, healthy and successful until you understand the Laws of Life. A Little Light on the Spiritual Laws sets out clearly and simply the Spiritual Laws which govern life on Earth. Vividly illustrated with stories and metaphors, it shows how to achieve prosperity, success and happiness. This book offers a definitive, accessible guide to mastering life and, when practiced at the highest level, it contains the keys to heaven. Σελίδες: 224, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0413, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

\'A rallying cry for privacy justice\' New York Times\'We need more warriors like Carrie\' Tarana Burke, founder of the MeToo movementIn an era of doxing, revenge porn and online stalking, the law is failing us. Tech companies are untouchable and often women are persecuted. Carrie Goldberg built her law firm on battling these unprecedented cases - from stalkers haunting their exes through social media and dating apps, to schools suspending girls who report sexual assault, to trolls making fake bomb threats in their victims\' names. Here, she tells her clients\' stories alongside her own remarkable journey to become the lawyer she once needed.Gripping and inspiring, Nobody\'s Victim shows how we must rewire the legal system for the age of the internet and gives us the weapons to fight back.*Perfect for fans of She Said by Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, The Whisper Network by Chandler Baker and The Good Fight* Σελίδες: 304, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1013, Διαστάσεις: 12.6x12.6cm

If we could turn back the clock psychologically, could we also turn it back physically?For more than thirty years, award-winning psychologist Ellen Langer has studied this provocative question, and now, in Counterclockwise, she presents a conclusive answer: opening our minds to what\'s possible, instead of clinging to notions about what\'s not, can lead to better health - at any age.Drawing on landmark work in the field and her own body of colourful and highly original experiments, Langer shows that the magic of rejuvenation and ongoing good health lies in being aware of the ways we mindlessly react to social and cultural cues.With only subtle shifts in our thinking, our language, and in our expectations, she tells us that we can begin to change the ingrained behaviour that sap health, optimism, and vitality from our lives.Immensely readable and truly fascinating, Counterclockwise offers a transformative and bold new paradigm: the psychology of possibility. A hopeful and groundbreaking book by an author who has changed how people all over the world think and feel. Counterclockwise is sure to become a standard source on new-century science and healing. Σελίδες: 240, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1101, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

Our world has been transformed beyond recognition, particularly in the twentieth century, and so were our lives and our aspirations. Throughout James May\'s Magnificent Machines, our Top Gear guide explores the iconic themes of the past hundred years: flight, space travel, television, mechanised war, medicine, computers, electronic music, skyscrapers, electronic espionage and much more. But he also reveals the hidden story behind why some inventions like the Zeppelin, the hovercraft or the Theremin struggled to make their mark. He examines the tipping points - when technologies such as the car or the internet became unstoppable - and gets up close by looking at the nuts and bolts of remarkable inventions. Packed with surprising statistics and intriguing facts, this is the ideal book for anyone who wants to know how stuff works and why some stuff didn\'t make it. Σελίδες: 368, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1117, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

A love letter to the small but mighty dachshund or, as it’s more affectionally known, the Sausage Dog. This book – almost as adorable as its namesake – proves that sausage dogs are not just sweet, soft and a little bit silly to look at. They can be an example to us all. Despite having the odds stacked against it, this little pooch can turn any situation to its advantage. It’s the underdog that always comes out on top, displaying remarkable resilience, tenacity and bravery at every turn. Sausage dogs may be only ankle high, but they will stop at nothing to live life to the fullest, teaching us humans some valuable life lessons along the way. They don’t care that they look more like a wind-up toy than a fierce guard dog, or that their bark is much louder than their bite. Being more sausage is about breaking free from restraints, overcoming physical and emotional shortcomings, and chewing up the social conventions that conspire to hold us back. This is our chance to unleash that inner dachshund, live long and prosper! Σελίδες: 128, Διαστάσεις: 20.6x20.6cm

‘Du Sautoy’s discussion of computer creativity is fascinating’ Observer CAN MACHINES BE CREATIVE? In The Creativity Code, Marcus du Sautoy examines the nature of creativity, asking how much of our emotional response to art is a product of our brains reacting to pattern and structure, and exactly what it is to be creative in mathematics, art, language and music. Exploring how long it might be before machines compose a symphony or paint a masterpiece, and whether they might jolt us into being more imaginative in turn, The Creativity Code is a fascinating and very different exploration into the essence of what it means to be human. Σελίδες: 336, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

\'This is Christian hope: the certainty of walking towards something that exists, not something I hope might be there.\' In response to the devastating loss the world faced during the pandemic, Pope Francis was inspired to write a book to help people find hope and meaning. God is joyful, he writes. And God\'s compassion is no less than the deepest expression of God\'s joy, and the heart of all Christian preaching. The liberating revolution of the Gospel is encapsulated here. We are not supposed to carry burdens heavier than those we already have, but to bear witness to a new, beautiful and surprising horizon: to share a joy that has been prepared for everyone. From the anxieties of the age to the importance of nature, A Gift of Joy and Hope encourages readers to look outside themselves to embrace authentic beauty, change attitudes that exclude others, overcome life\'s challenges with courage and, trust that joy and hope are still possible, even in challenging times; for joy has the last word - always. Σελίδες: 208, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0527, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

Discover a powerful and positive mindset each day of the year with uplifting insights and motivational Bible verses provided by #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer.Find new mercies and blessings each day when you spend time with God: reading His Word, listening, and praying for His direction. When you do, God will strengthen and enable you to handle life peacefully and wisely instead of merely trying to get through the day. He will renew your strength and empower you to bear up under trials with patience, so you can experience them with a good attitude. Maintaining a positive view in the midst of something unpleasant is the key to victory, and it enables you to enjoy the journey!With the constant demands and pressures of daily life, it can be hard to regularly pause to be with and listen to God\'s voice. Joyce\'s practical teaching format in this 365-day devotional will encourage you to take the time for yourself so that you can receive Strength for Each Day! Σελίδες: 464, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1107, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

Chef and restaurant owner René Redzepi is one of the world\'s most influential culinary figures.Known for his use of foraged and unusual ingredients, René Redzepi has pushed the boundaries of restaurant cuisine, creating a unique, modern vision for food.In a frank and relatable interview, Redzepi unpacks the vital role generosity and resolve have played in his life and career, ultimately showing the power of perseverance and magnanimity. • Redzepi discusses his childhood growing up in Macedonia. • Explores the origin and transformation of Noma, and why the food industry needs to prioritize sustainability and ethics now more than ever • Part of the landmark book series that brims with messages of leadership, courage, compassion, and hopeInspired by Nelson Mandela\'s legacy and created in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, I Know This to Be True is a global series of books created to spark a new generation of leaders.The series is a collection of extraordinary figures from diverse backgrounds answering the same questions, as well as sharing their compelling stories, guiding ideals, and insightful wisdom. • This series offers encouragement and guidance to graduates, future leaders, and anyone hoping to make a positive impact on the world. • For both the food-obsessed and those focused on sustainability, Redzepi is a model for following your passion while holding to your ideals • A highly giftable and lovely hardcover with vivid photographic portraits throughout • Add it to the shelf with books like René Redzepi: A Work in by René Redzepi, Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life . . . And Maybe the World by Admiral William H. McRaven, and The Noma Guide to Fermentation by René Σελίδες: 80, Διαστάσεις: 12.1x12.1cm

**From BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral \'Ros Atkins on...\' explainer videos and host of the forthcoming BBC Radio 4 podcast \'Communicating with Ros Atkins\'**\'A great read for polishing your communication skills\' FORBES \'For all those who want their audiences to listen and understand\' JEREMY BOWEN \'Precision, deftness and a calming expertise\' THE TIMES Do you worry about holding people\'s attention during presentations?Are you unsure where to start when faced with writing an essay or report?Are you preparing for an interview and wondering how to get all your points across?Explanation - identifying and communicating what we want to say - is an art. And the BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral \'Ros Atkins on...\' explainer videos, is something of a master of the form. In this book, Ros shares the secrets he has learned from years of working in high-pressure newsrooms, identifying the ten elements of a good explanation and the seven steps you need to take to express yourself with clarity and impact.Whether at work, school, university or home, we all benefit from being able to articulate ourselves clearly. Filled with practical examples, The Art of Explanation is a must-read for anyone who wants to sharpen their communication skills. Σελίδες: 320, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1231, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

\'Scotty was a huge part of our journey coming together as a team\' Gareth Southgate, England manager In Never Give In, former Royal Marine Major Scotty Mills blends personal experiences from his remarkable life and career with inspirational advice and insights to provide his 12 Commando Rules for Life that could help anyone to do better and reach their targets. A sudden downpour while Scotty Mills was walking down a street in South London sent him diving for cover into the nearest shop. It turned out to be a recruitment centre for the Royal Marines and, after a few minutes\' conversation while waiting for the rain to stop, Scotty was hooked and signed up to join the elite force. It changed his life and set him on a new direction that would end up with him leading the Marines on operations around the world, becoming an Olympic flag bearer in 2012 and dining at Buckingham Palace with the Queen and the royal family. Scotty shares his lessons of performance and resilience with the reader, inviting them into the secrets of elite culture. His compelling story is one that combines tragedy with remarkable insight about the power of human inspiration. Scotty has worked with many of our nation\'s top sports teams, helping them to achieve their goals, and in Never Give In he shares his methods with his readers to guide them to peak performance in all aspects of their life and career.  Σελίδες: 272, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0104, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

What can the best teachers in the world tell us about our children? What advice can they give to help us raise happy, confident and caring kids?Teachers spend a lot of time with their pupils - talking and listening to them, observing and guiding them. What can we learn from teachers about helping kids become compassionate, contented and successful grown-ups, as well as conscientious global citizens?In Lessons in Life, Andria Zafirakou - the 2018 Global Teacher Prize winner - talks to 30 of the best teachers in the world willing to share their insight and wisdom, gained from years of working with children of all ages.They include:Ranjitsinh Disale (Global Teacher Prize winner 2020), a primary teacher who turned a cattle shed in the drought-prone village of Paritewadi in India into a school. His many skills include showing his pupils how to broaden their horizon, and to become advocates for change;Peter Tabichi (Global Teacher Prize winner 2019), a maths and physics teacher in the Rift Valley Province in Kenya, regularly impacted by famine, who has found a way to make his students care about their studies and believe in a future they can be part of, despite the hardship all around them.Esther Wojcicki (California Teacher of the Year 2002), a leading American teacher who challenged traditional school rules in her lessons to allow her students to take control, learn to believe in themselves and feel empowered.Andrew Moffat (MBE for services to equality in education 2017), a primary teacher in Birmingham who created a teaching resource called \'Challenging Homophobia in Primary Schools\' to help his pupils understand the importance of tolerance and open-mindedness.The result is an inspiring, moving and fascinating read that will help parents identify a child\'s potential and give them the tools to shine. To know what these incredible teachers know and see what they see is a privilege and a gift. Σελίδες: 288, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0611, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

**SHORTLISTED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2023**\'Full of delightful anecdotes and interviews and fascinating historical tales\' Mail on SundayA panoramic portrait of the wonderous vehicle whose passenger is also its engine.A toy, a tool, a liberator, or complete nuisance: the bicycle has been many things to many people over the decades, yet it endures as the most popular form of transport in the world. How has such a simple machine achieved so much?Combining history, travelogue and memoir, Jody Rosen reshapes our understanding of this ubiquitous vehicle from its invention in 1817 to its present-day renaissance as a \'green machine\'. Readers meet unforgettable characters: women\'s suffragists who steered bikes to the barricades in the 1890s, a Bhutanese king who races mountain bikes in the Himalayas, astronauts who ride a floating bicycle in zero gravity.By examining the bicycle\'s past and peering into its future, Two Wheels Good forms a joyful ode to an engineering marvel of global importance.\'Funny, precise, surprising\' Adam Gopnik\'Love for two-wheeled transport runs through every sentence\' Economist\'Wry, rich, deeply researched\' Patrick Radden Keefe Σελίδες: 416, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Grief comes in many different forms. You may have lost a loved one, you may be experiencing a separation or relationship breakup, you may have had a major change in your life, you may be battling through health issues, you may have a friend or loved one who is grieving, or maybe you work with people experiencing grief.Whatever your reason, Words of Comfort is here to help. Treat it as a companion in your grief, an empathetic safe space and a beacon of hope. All of your feelings are welcome here.This book explores the experience of grieving and the emotions and thoughts that may surface. It offers strategies to help you navigate through your grief, and takes a look at some of the things we can learn from the journey. I hope you find some comfort in these pages. Σελίδες: 184, Διαστάσεις: 15x15cm

This book offers a path to well-being and satisfaction for the anxious and exhausted and anyone charmed by concepts such as hygge, ikigai, and wabi sabi. Psychologist Scott Haas spends much of his time in Japan, and with this book he provides a host of delightful examples of the way he has been made welcome, accepted and happy in this distant country, as well as many thought provoking and practical lessons which you can apply.WHY BE HAPPY? will help make your world a happier place by discovering a place of contentment and peace amid the chaos of modern life. Σελίδες: 256, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0302, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

Spiritual teacher Dr. David R. Hawkins offers practical advice for readers to reach advanced states of consciousness in their everyday lives, so that they can enjoy being in the world, but not of it.It seems the further the world advances the harder it becomes to lead a life that is centered in love, grace, and compassion. That is, until now . . .In this book, based on the popular audio program of the same name, Dr. Hawkins shares his timeless insights on why certain spiritual experiences only provide temporary enlightenment. In the process, he explains how to turn normal activities into your spiritual practice.Readers will learn:· How to help raise the consciousness of the world· Why being accountable for choices and actions is central to one\'s spiritual evolution· How to make sure that you’re taking responsibility for your life and choices· What to embrace—and what to avoid—in our technologically advanced world· How to avoid getting overly stressed by change· And much moreThis extraordinary program captures Dr. Hawkins’s startling brilliance, infectious humor, and deep understanding of walking the awakened path as a citizen of the world. Σελίδες: 96, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0328, Διαστάσεις: 12.6x12.6cm

Whether you\'re looking for a one-stop shop to track and improve your general well-being, or you want to focus on a specific area of your health, this journal is the perfect place to start.Divided into monthly chapters to help you stay on track 365 days of the year, My Fitness Tracker includes tips and advice on how to adopt a healthier lifestyle, along with lots of inspiration to keep you motivated. You\'ll also find a variety of interactive pages where you can record your fitness journey, including:- Your exercise goals and achievements- How well you hydrate- What you\'re eating and where you can improve your diet- How exercise and healthy eating affect your mood and sleeping habits- Your alcohol intake and how you can reduce itSimply spend five minutes a day recording your eating and exercise habits and enjoy looking back on the progress you\'re making. There\'s no better time to get your life on track and form a healthier relationship with fitness and food. You\'ve got this! Σελίδες: 160, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1108, Διαστάσεις: 14.8x14.8cm

*Find out how to live a more harmonious life thanks to NAGOMI, the ancient Japanese philosophy that helps you find balance and peace in everything you do*There is no translation for the word nagomi in the English language, and yet it at the very heart of the Japanese way of life. A popular and common concept in Japan, to achieve nagomi is to have peace of mind, emotional balance and wellbeing, ranging from the way food is prepared (mixing sweet, salt, sour, bitter and umami) to the way the ephemerality of the cherry blossom season is celebrated.Global bestselling author Ken Mogi illustrates why it\'s important to value both the positive and negative experiences in life so that you can truly find a balance and live more harmoniously. In The Way of Nagomi, Ken explains how to apply nagomi to every aspect of life so you can: - Maintain happy relationships with loved ones, even if you disagree with them- Learn new things while always staying true to yourself- Find a sense of peace in whatever you are doing- Mix and blend unlikely components to strike a harmonious balance- Have a greater understanding of the Japanese philosophy of lifeBy delving into Japan\'s history, traditions and culture and providing a toolkit to help us to achieve satisfaction in our lives, Ken shows how we can all create nagomi in our lives and enjoy the benefits of a more peaceful and satisfactory life. Σελίδες: 208, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0611, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

\'An ideal summer read\' EVENING STANDARD\'Equal parts insightful and entertaining - whatever your take on influencers, Bad Influence is a great read\' YOMI ADEGOKEOenone didn\'t set out to become an influencer. The word barely existed when she started posting on Instagram at university to document her \'fitness journey\' after a toxic relationship came to a messy end.In this humorous meditation on her digitized life, Oenone chronicles the pits and peaks of coming of age online. Grappling with modern-day issues on a public stage - from body image and personal boundaries to the limitations of online activism, Bad Influence examines what happens when your day-to-day reality becomes #content - and that #content pays your bills.It asks: can you truly be authentic online? Can social media be a force for good? Is it necessarily bad for our mental health?Written with wit, warmth and honesty, this is a candid account of what it really means to be an influencer, from someone still figuring it out: the good, the bad and the instagrammable.\'Warm, juicy, and eye-opening, like having a chat with a best friend\' ANNIE LORD\'If ever a book captured the zeitgeist, this is it\' GRACE CAMPBELL\'Funny, warm and brilliantly engaging\' LUCY VINE Σελίδες: 224, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0910, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

\'5/5 A true joy. A work of staggering complexity and bewildering economy.\' TELEGRAPH\'A rattling, wonderful read.\' OBSERVER\'Every page glitters\' SPECTATOR\'Mesmerising\' NEW STATESMAN\'An exquisite book, beautifully put together... What a very wonderful book.\' STEPHEN FRY \'Absolutely gorgeous. It blew my socks off\' JAY BLADES\'An intensely personal, finely-tuned meditation. A beautiful book\' EDMUND DE WAAL\'Beautiful, bewitching and brilliant\' LARA MAIKLEMA BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK______________________In Hands of Time watchmaker and historian Rebecca Struthers welcomes us into the hidden world of watchmaking, and to a history of time that spans centuries and continents.The invention of timepieces was more significant for human culture than the printing press, or even the wheel. They have travelled the world with us, from the depths of the oceans to the summit of Everest, and even to the Moon. They regulate our daily lives and have sculpted the social and economic development of society in surprising and dramatic ways.From her workshop bench, Rebecca explores the ways in which timekeeping has indelibly shaped our attitudes to work, leisure, trade, politics, exploration and mortality, and introduces us to some extraordinary devices, each with their own story to tell. Hands of Time is an intricate exploration of the history, science, philosophy, and craft of timekeeping. Σελίδες: 288, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0813, Διαστάσεις: 12.6x12.6cm

\'Engaging, honest and funny...Stacey could write about Farrow & Ball paint drying - not to mention the breakdown of a marriage and a lifetime\'s dreams - and make it funny. Whatever happens next in her life, I want to read it.\' The Sunday TimesHello, my name\'s Stacey Duguid and I\'m a reformed fashion editor. Oh, wait. Wrong meeting.I once worked for British ELLE magazine and wore expensive clothes, whereas I\'m now a single mother, divorcee and love addict (wearing expensive clothes I never should\'ve bought). I spent my entire twenties, and, err, alright, thirties, in nightclubs. Dabbling occasionally with the odd recreational drug (or five), I shopped hard, loved hard and tried very hard to find a man who could save me. From the stuff we pick-up as little girls to an ingrained internalisation of gender roles we\'re left to unpack for a lifetime, I\'d spent a lifetime pursuing a dream marriage which, in the end, left me shattered. Who suggested \'happily ever after\' was even given thing?This collection of essays tells the story of a life that, until my marital breakdown, looked absolutely f-ing fabulous. I\'ll talk about everything that is taboo in today\'s society, some of which you may have gone through, too: miscarriage, abortion, debt, affairs, divorce, single parenting, post-natal depression, sex and dating in mid-life. The cracks in my life were glossed over with a big smile, a large wine and an outfit I definitely couldn\'t afford.Had someone told me not to worry about meeting a man, and to stop blowing money on credit cards just because the \'spirits\' (as in dead people, not vodka) told me I needed \'a new wider-shoulder jacket\', despite it being a week before payday and not having enough money in my account to pay rent, would I have listened? I\'m not sure. Had someone (or a spirit) mentioned that the so-called \'happily ever after\' might not end up so happy, would my life be any different now? I doubt it, but in writing my story, I hope you\'ll feel less alone in yours.You are not alone on this journey of womanhood and we all have the right to pursue our own happiness, or perhaps our own contentment. Because happy endings, not the type you pay for but the state of mind, are they possible to ever really find? Have you? Σελίδες: 400, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0924, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING\'An honest look at the farming life today. Raw, earthy and inspiring\' - Cal Flyn, author of Islands of Abandonment\'A beautifully written, incredibly timely book\' - Clover Stroud, author of My Wild and Sleepless NightsWhen barrister and author Sarah Langford left her city life behind she found herself unexpectedly back in the world of farming. It was not how she remembered. Instead, she saw farmers dealing with very different problems to those faced by her grandfather, considered a hero for having fed a starving nation after war. Now farmers faced accusations of ecological mismanagement by a hostile urban media whilst battling extreme weather and political upheaval. Yet as Sarah learned how to farm and grew closer to the land, she discovered a new generation on a path of regenerative change.In Rooted, Sarah weaves her own story around those who taught her what it means to be a farmer. She shines a light on the human side of modern farming, and shows how land connects us all, not only in terms of global sustainability but in our relationships with our physical and mental health, our communities and our planet.\'Moving, startling, uplifting, galvanising and unsettling, this plainly beautiful book is one of those rare few that changes how you see the world around you\' - Ella Risbridger, author of The Year of Miracles\'Heartbreaking and hopeful, this story of a farming revival has never been more important\' - Esther Freud Σελίδες: 368, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

‘Tim Grover’s teachings completely changed how I approached my professional career, helping me navigate the constant ups and downs that sport at the highest level brings’ Marcus Rashford, MBEThe New York Times bestsellerFrom the elite performance coach for Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade and many others - and the author of the powerful bestseller Relentless - a no-holds-barred formula for winning that is ideal for business people, athletes and anybody wanting to achieve success. In Relentless, Tim Grover showed that you need to be tough and ruthless - towards others and yourself - to achieve your goals. Now, in Winning he takes that skill repertoire to an even higher level, demonstrating why he is one of the world’s most sought-after mindset experts. Based on three decades of work with elite competitors like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade, Winning challenges you to destroy every obstacle in your path, even if, at the moment of greatest triumph, it may be all taken away. Whether you’re an athlete striving to win, an entrepreneur building a business, a CEO managing an empire, a salesperson looking to close a deal, or a high achiever determined to stand in the winner’s circle, Winning offers thirteen key principles for ramping up your performance to the maximum. If you’re addicted to the taste of success and crave more, then you’re ready for the results-driven performance formula found here. And if you’re already winning and want to learn how to execute excellence repeatedly - so you can own not just this moment, but the next, and the next - then Winning is for you. Σελίδες: 240, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0428, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

Sick of striving? Giving up on grit? Had enough of hustle culture? Daunted by the 10,000-hour rule? Relax: As the French know, it\'s the best way to be better at everything. In the realm of love, what could be less seductive than someone who\'s trying to seduce you? Seduction is the art of succeeding without trying, and that\'s a lesson the French have mastered. We can see it in their laissez-faire parenting, chic style, haute cuisine, and enviable home cooking: they barely seem to be trying, yet the results are world-famous, thanks to a certain je ne sais quoi that is the key to a more creative, fulfilling, and productive life. For fans of both Mark Manson\'s The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and Alain de Botton\'s How Proust Can Change Your Life, philosopher Ollivier Pourriol\'s book draws on the examples of such French legends as Descartes, Stendhal, Rodin, Cyrano de Bergerac and Françoise Sagan to show how to be efficient à la française, and how to effortlessly reap the rewards. Σελίδες: 208, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0106, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

\'This honest, engaging memoir shares such gems . . . the perfect read for anyone who dreams big\' The Times and Sunday Times, Books of the Year The powerful, urgent memoir and manifesto on never giving up from Booker prize-winning trailblazer, Bernardine EvaristoIn 2019, Bernardine Evaristo became the first black woman to win the Booker Prize since its inception fifty years earlier - a revolutionary landmark for Britain. Her journey was a long one, but she made it, and she made history.Manifesto is her intimate and fearless account of how she did it. From a childhood steeped in racism from neighbours, priests and even some white members of her own family, to discovering the arts through her local youth theatre; from stuffing her belongings into bin bags, always on the move between temporary homes, to exploring many romantic partners both toxic and loving, male and female, and eventually finding her soulmate; from setting up Britain\'s first theatre company for Black women in the eighties to growing into the trailblazing writer, theatre-maker, teacher, mentor and activist we see today - Bernardine charts her rebellion against the mainstream and her life-long commitment to community and creativity. And, through the prism of her extraordinary experiences, she offers vital insights into the nature of race, class, feminism, sexuality and ageing in modern Britain.Bernardine Evaristo\'s life story is a manifesto for courage, integrity, optimism, resourcefulness and tenacity. It\'s a manifesto for anyone who has ever stood on the margins, and anyone who wants to make their mark on history. It\'s a manifesto for being unstoppable.\'Raw and emotive . . . a powerful account of how Evaristo got to the top of her game - it\'s moving, but there\'s also much humour and joy\' Independent \'Bernardine Evaristo is one of those writers who should be read by everyone, everywhere\' Elif Shafak \'Bernardine Evaristo is one of Britain\'s best writers, an iconic and unique voice, filled with warmth, subtlety and humanity. Exceptional\' Nikesh Shukla Σελίδες: 208, Διαστάσεις: 12.6x12.6cm

WINNER OF THE FT & McKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2021The instant New York Times bestsellerA Financial Times and The Times Book of the Year\'A terrifying exposé\' The Times\'Part John le Carré . . . Spellbinding\' New YorkerWe plug in anything we can to the internet. We can control our entire lives, economy and grid via a remote web control. But over the past decade, as this transformation took place, we never paused to think that we were also creating the world’s largest attack surface. And that the same nation that maintains the greatest cyber advantage on earth could also be among its most vulnerable.Filled with spies, hackers, arms dealers and a few unsung heroes, This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends is an astonishing and gripping feat of journalism. Drawing on years of reporting and hundreds of interviews, Nicole Perlroth lifts the curtain on a market in shadow, revealing the urgent threat faced by us all if we cannot bring the global cyber arms race to heel. Σελίδες: 528, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1005, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

World-renowned neuroscientist, Wendy Suzuki, explains how to harness the power of anxiety to your advantage - to think better, feel better and DO better.We are living in the age of anxiety, a situation that often makes us feel as if we are locked into an endless cycle of stress, sleeplessness, and worry. But what if we had a way to leverage our anxiety to help us solve problems and fortify our wellbeing? What if, instead of seeing anxiety as a curse, we could recognize it for the unique gift that it is?Dr Wendy Suzuki has discovered a paradigm-shifting truth about anxiety: yes, it is uncomfortable, but it is also essential for our survival. In fact, anxiety is a key component of our ability to live optimally. Every emotion we experience has an evolutionary purpose, and anxiety is designed to draw our attention to vulnerability. If we simply approach it as something to avoid, get rid of, or dampen, we actually miss an opportunity to improve our lives. Listening to our anxieties from a place of curiosity, and without fear, can actually guide us onto a path that leads to joy.Drawing on her own experiences and based on the latest cutting-edge research, Dr Suzuki has developed an inspiring guide that shows us how to turn anxiety on its head!\"Anxiety isn\'t a weakness-it\'s your brain telling you that it\'s time for a change. And in this incredibly insightful book, Dr Wendy Suzuki breaks down the exact whats, whys, and hows to flipping your perspective, and turning anxiety into the secret weapon you can use to get the life you want. She will transform your kryptonite into your super power!\" -- Lisa Bilyeu, co-founder of Impact Theory Σελίδες: 304, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0504, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

Discover the secrets of the minds that built our world – and how they might teach us to think differently and innovate better. \'Smart, insightful, and fascinating.\' Walter Isaacson, author of Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography Dubai’s Burj Khalifa – the world’s tallest building – looks nothing like Microsoft’s Office Suite, and digital surround sound doesn’t work like a citywide telecommunication grid. Yet these engineering feats have much in common: they are the result of a unique thinking process combining abstract and structured thinking, common sense and great imagination. They are born of the engineering mindset. In this groundbreaking and lively work, Guru Madhavan reveals the extraordinary influence of engineering on society, not just today but throughout history. Drawing on a cast of star engineers like Steve Jobs, the Wright brothers and Thomas Edison, Madhavan explores aspects of this mindset and shows its usefulness to life and business – in areas as varied as traffic congestion to health care to filmmaking. Full of case studies and practical insights spanning the brilliant history of engineering, Think Like an Engineer is in equal parts personal, practical, and profound. It reveals how key engineering concepts can help you make better decisions and create innovative solutions in a complex world. Σελίδες: 272, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0601, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

THE INTERNATIONAL NO.1 BESTSELLER HELPING MILLIONS OF WOMEN FIND HEALTHIER RELATIONSHIPS\'A life-changing book\' ERICA JONG\'Really brilliant. I absolutely related to it.\' MARIAN KEYES\'Revelatory, groundbreaking\' DAILY MAILIs your relationship the most important thing in your life? Are you constantly thinking and talking about your partner, or finding excuses for their bad behaviour?If you have ever found yourself obsessing over an undeserving partner, this book was written for you. Many women are repeatedly drawn into unhappy and destructive relationships, and then struggle to make these doomed relationships work. In this bestselling psychology book, leading relationship and marriage therapist Robin Norwood reveals why we get into unhealthy relationships and how powerfully addictive they are - and shares her effective framework for finding and sustaining love.First published in 1985 and translated into dozens of languages, Women Who Love Too Much has changed the lives of millions of women around the world. Let it change yours too.Updated edition with a new introductionWhat readers are saying:\'A must read for everyone, women and men alike\'\'One of the best self-help books I have read\'\'A life changing book - brutally honest and straightforward - yet full of love and compassion\'\'Such an insightful read\'\'Brilliant, life-changing\' Σελίδες: 320, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Plato and the Greeks called it \'daimon\', the Romans \'genius\', the Christians \'Guardian Angel\' - and today we use terms such as \'heart\', \'spirit\' and \'soul\'. For James Hillman it is the central and guiding force of his utterly unique and compelling \'acorn theory\' which proposes that each life is formed by a particular image, an image that is the essence of that life and calls it to a destiny, just as the mighty oak\'s destiny is written in the tiny acorn.Highly accessible and imaginative, The Soul\'s Code offers a liberating vision of childhood troubles and an exciting approach to themes such as freedom, and, most of all, calling - that invisible mystery at the centre of every life that voices the fundamental question, \'What is in my heart that I must do, be and have? And why?\' Σελίδες: 352, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

The ultimate non-technical guide to the fast-developing world of quantum computing Computer technology has improved exponentially over the last 50 years. But the headroom for bigger and better electronic solutions is running out. Our best hope is to engage the power of quantum physics. \'Quantum algorithms\' had already been written long before hardware was built. These would enable, for example, a quantum computer to exponentially speed up an information search, or to crack the mathematical trick behind internet security. However, making a quantum computer is incredibly difficult. Despite hundreds of laboratories around the world working on them, we are only just seeing them come close to \'supremacy\' where they can outperform a traditional computer. In this approachable introduction, Brian Clegg explains algorithms and their quantum counterparts, explores the physical building blocks and quantum weirdness necessary to make a quantum computer, and uncovers the capabilities of the current generation of machines. Σελίδες: 176, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0506, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

**Now on Netflix as The Call to Courage**\'She\'s so good, Brené Brown, at finding the language to articulate collective feeling\' Dolly Alderton Every time we are faced with change, no matter how great or small, we also face risk. We feel uncertain and exposed. We feel vulnerable. Most of us try to fight those feelings - or feel guilt for feeling them in the first place. In a powerful new vision Dr Brené Brown challenges everything we think we know about vulnerability, and dispels the widely accepted myth that it\'s a weakness. She argues that, in truth, vulnerability is strength and when we shut ourselves off from vulnerability - from revealing our true selves - we distance ourselves from the experiences that bring purpose and meaning to our lives.Daring Greatly is the culmination of 12 years of groundbreaking social research, across every area of our lives including home, relationships, work, and parenting. It is an invitation to be courageous; to show up and let ourselves be seen, even when there are no guarantees.This is vulnerability. This is daring greatly. Σελίδες: 304, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

The most iconic planes of WWII, the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, DeHavilland Mosquito and the Avro Lancaster, were all powered by one engine, the Rolls-Royce Merlin. The story of the Merlin is one of British ingenuity at its height, of artistry and problem-solving that resulted in a war-winning design. Published to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day and the 80th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Britain, Merlin is the extraordinary story of the development of the Rolls-Royce engine that would stop Hitler from invading Britain and carry the war to the very heart of Germany. The story of the Merlin engine encompasses the history of powered flight, from the ingenuity of the Wright Brothers to the horrors of World War I, and from the first crossing of the Atlantic to the heady days of flying in the 1920s. There is also the extraordinary story of the Schneider Trophy – an international contest wherein nations poised on the precipice of war competed for engineering excellence in the name of progress. And at the heart of this story are the glamourous lives of the pilots, many of whom died in their pursuit of speed; the engineers, like Henry Royce of Rolls-Royce, who sketched the engine that would win WWII in the sand of his local beach; and perhaps most importantly the Lady Lucy Houston who after the Wall Street Crash singlehandedly funded the development of the engine and the iconic Spitfire. Never was so much owed by so many to so few – and without the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the few would have been powerless. Σελίδες: 272, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

FROM THE MULTIMILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE 48 LAWS OF POWER AND THE 33 STRATEGIES OF WAR \'Just reading the table of contents is enough to stir a little corner-office lust\' New York Magazine \'Astonishing\' The Times \'Teaches you how to cheat, dissemble, feign, fight and advance your cause\' Independent on Sunday When raised to the level of art, seduction, an indirect and subtle form of power, has toppled empires, won elections and captured great minds. Immerse yourself in the twenty-four maneuvers and strategies of the seductive process, understand how to \'Poeticize Your Presence,\' and \'Master the Art of the Bold Move.\' In this condensed version of Greene\'s bestselling The Art of Seduction, learn how to gain mastery over the subject of your desire, and how to keep those you want constantly anticipating what comes next. Every bit as essential as The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction is an indispensable primer of persuasion that reveals one of history\'s greatest weapons and the ultimate form of power. Σελίδες: 224, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0904, Διαστάσεις: 11.6x11.6cm

\'Informative, powerful\' VOGUE\'A fascinating and friendly guide for you to understand you better\' MELISSA HEMSLEY\'Amy\'s book is everything I should have learned at school\' EMMA GANNONHormones were something Amy Thomson, founder and CEO of leading women\'s health app and tech service Moody, never paid attention to, until one day her periods stopped.When she discovered that her hormonal burnout was driven by stress, she quit her job and focused on trying to understand how our hormones can work for twenty-first-century survival. In this eye-opening guide, Thomson draws upon leading research from nutritionists, gynaecologists, endocrinologists, personal trainers and others to explain how understanding our systems and cycles can help you avoid burnouts, build better and healthier routines and optimise your life. Σελίδες: 224, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm