Author : Daniel Smith
Publisher : Michael O'Mara Books
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 13,61 MB
Release : 2017-09-21
Category : History
ISBN : 1782438300
This concise, accessible and multi-faceted book provides an essential introduction to 150 of the most important principles of Western thought.
Author : Allen Klein
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 16,45 MB
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1573445657
Allen Klein, master of the right quote at the right moment, has gathered his favorite, most inspiring words of wisdom into this treasury of moving and meaningful sayings from around the world that incite readers to live life to the fullest. Readers can take this book on the go to get a quick shot of inspiration at any time, or they can select one quote every day for in-depth thought and meditation. The book’s small size makes it ideal to carry in a purse or a bag, or to keep by the computer for those moments of need. However readers choose to use these uplifting and inspiring quotes, they all have the potential to be life-changing. Kipling once said that words are "the most powerful drug used by mankind" — the words in this book are the prescription readers need to revise their lives. The book features a foreword by Jack Canfield, cocreator of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 47,75 MB
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : History
ISBN : 0744048516
Journey through time and explore more than 60 of the most important events in world history! See the past come to life in the most spectacular way! From the beginning of civilization to the modern world, discover the perfect pocket-sized introduction to human history. Inside the pages of this visual reference book, you’ll find: • Bold illustrations and infographics that bring complex historical events to life • Clear, authoritative text that explains the underlying causes behind historical events, and how the events unfolded • A lightweight, compact format that makes it ideal for vacation reading • Entries that are truly international in scope Human history in your pocket From the birth of Athenian democracy to the launch of Sputnik and the Global Financial Crisis, this informative little book provides you with an overview of the most fascinating events in history that shaped our world as we know it! Get to know some of the most important thinkers and leaders throughout history such as Napoleon, Julius Caesar, and Nelson Mandela. Packed with infographics and flowcharts that explain complex concepts in a simple but exciting way, The Little Book of History is a modern twist on the good old-fashioned encyclopedia. It’s perfect for holidaymakers looking to go beyond the standard beach read. Even more Little Books to discover The Little Book of History series uses a combination of creative typography, bold infographics, and clear text to explore every area of a subject. For the perfect introduction to politics and political thought throughout history, look out for The Little Book of Politics. More titles in this series include The Little Book of Economics and The Little Book of Philosophy.
Author : Harold R. McAlindon
Publisher : Cumberland House
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 20,58 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Conduct of life
ISBN : 9781581820546
Creat ideas don't just happen. They appear when we encounter an obstacle that challenges us. While it is true that everyone has the capacity to be creative, most of us could benefit from help in using our creativity like we should. That is why The Little Book of Big Ideas is an indispensable resource for everyone who wants to expand and stimulate their creative side.
Author : DK
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,65 MB
Release : 2018-08-07
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1465476547
How does the brain remember faces? What makes us choose one decision over another? Where does language come from? Can we really measure intelligence? DK’s The Little Book of Psychology answers all these questions and provides an insight into this fascinating field of science. Whether you are a student, an expert, a novice, or have a general interest in the human mind, this portable guide is the perfect choice to start exploring and understanding psychology. From cognitive to behavioral psychology, this stimulating guide covers all major schools in the field. It includes doctrines and quotes from major thinkers including Sigmund Freud, Noam Chomsky, and Kurt Lewin. Small biography boxes provide brief biographical details of all the thinkers. With the use of powerful and witty illustrations and easy and jargon-free explanations, The Little Book of Psychology demystifies hard-to-grasp concepts and shows how these ideas have shaped our knowledge of the human mind.
Author : Catharine Fishel
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 43,45 MB
Release : 2007-03-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 1616736453
A volume "packed" with insight and ideas The packaging industry is more competitive every day so creating a new package that is innovative, adds value, and makes a connection with the consumer is a challenge often met with limited success. Dynamic and unusual package designs can really make a statement in overcrowded markets. What makes a package successful? How do designers find the inspiration and execute the designs that really work? This compendium of package design answers all that and more. The content covers inspiration, process, design research, working with clients, planning, and execution of some of the most effective packages on the market today. Insight from top packaging designers worldwide is provided on pages that are packed with images of great designs. Unlike most packaging books, this volume is stuffed with content in a compact, portable, and easy-to-use format
Author : Disney Book Group
Publisher : Disney Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,24 MB
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781368046473
Introduce little readers to the worlds of Tangled, The Little Mermaid, Mulan, and Cinderella while learning about shapes, colors, emotions, and opposites. Charming illustrations accompany simple text to make this take on concepts the perfect introduction to beloved Disney Princesses for little ones.
Author : Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,17 MB
Release : 2018-06-07
Category : Psychologists
ISBN : 9780241341285
"This compact guide enables you to explore more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the field of psychology on the go, using highly visual graphics and clear text. Looking at the biggest names in psychology, including William James, Sigmund Freud, and Ivan Pavlov, this book unpacks each psychologist's contribution to our understanding of how the mind works."--
Author : Emily Ralls
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 32,85 MB
Release : 2021-10-05
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 163228135X
If you want to know your Freud from your Jung and your Milgram from your Maslow, strap in for this whirlwind tour of the highlights of psychology. Including accessible primers on: The early thinkers who contributed to psychological ideas and the birth of modern psychology Famous (and often controversial) experiments and their repercussions What psychology can teach us about memory, language, conformity, reasoning and emotions The ethics of psychological studies Recent developments in the modern fields of evolutionary and cyber psychology. This illuminating little book will introduce you to the key thinkers, themes and theories you need to know to understand how the study of mind and behavior has sculpted the world we live in and the way we think today.
Author : Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,10 MB
Release : 2018-06-07
Category : Dramatists, English
ISBN : 9780241341162
The Little Shakespeare Book is the perfect primer to the works of William Shakespeare, packed with witty illustrations and inspirational quotes, now in a handy compact size. This bold book covers every work, from the comedies of Twelfth Night and As You Like It to the tragedies of Julius Caesar and Hamlet, plus lost plays and less well-known works of poetry. Easy-to-understand graphics and illustrations bring the themes, plots, characters and language of Shakespeare to life, including illustrated timelines which offer an at-a-glance summary of the action for each play. With detailed plot summaries and an in-depth analysis of the major characters and themes, this is a brilliant, innovative exploration of the entire canon of Shakespeare plays, sonnets and poetry. Whether you're a Shakespeare scholar or a student of the great Bard, The Little Book of Shakespeare Book offers a fuller appreciation of his phenomenal talent and lasting legacy.
