arcturus publishing jun 2021 (9 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Most people think that dragons and unicorns don''t exist outside of story books - but Kat and Rosie know better! The best friends have been helping out at Calico Comfrey''s Veterinary Surgery ever since they stumbled across its secret door. Join them as they rescue and care for the incredible, enchanted creatures of Starfall Forest. Along the way, they might learn some valuable lessons about bravery, friendship, and loyalty! When Kat needs something to distract her from her new baby sister, it''s the perfect time to go exploring in the forest. She and Rosie find a baby gem dragon coughing and spluttering in the Crystal Caves. What has made her whole colony so sick, and could it have something to do with the gnomes'' new mining machines It''s time to start an anti-pollution campaign - with just a little help from Dr. Hart!The second in the brand-new Magical Rescue Vets series, Jade the Gem Dragon features beautiful illustrations by Morgan Huff and is ideal for readers aged 7+.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Brilliantly bonkers' - JAMIE SMART, author of Bunny Versus Monkey and Looshkin.'With fast-paced action and absurd humor [.] Super Dweeb in an exciting new series for fans of Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL'A funny, fast-paced and zany adventure, bursting with colourful cartoon-style illustrations' - BOOK TRUSTAndy wishes that he had \*awesome powers\*, like the heroes of his home-made comic stories. But instead, he''s stuck in the real world, where he has an annoying little brother, a super-weird teacher . and everyone says he''s a total dweeb. Then one day, he discovers an oversized, glowing pencil on a school trip to the local toxic waste dump. He starts sketching and finds that he can redraw reality! Now, thanks to the power of doodling, Andy can bring to life anything that he can imagine, erase his problems, and doodle his way of sticky situations. He''s not just a dweeb . he''s a SUPER DWEEB! Even Mona, the ice-cool new girl at school, seems impressed. But there''s a twist in the tale. because everything goes very wrong when little brother Oscar does some doodling of his own. Now there''s a scribble monster on the loose! Run for it, Andy! The first of the hilarious new Super Dweeb series, this unpredictable, anarchic adventure story will have kids rolling on the floor. Featuring comic-strip-style storytelling in full-colour, this chapter book is perfect for readers aged 7-9.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Brilliantly bonkers ' - JAMIE SMART author of Bunny Versus Monkey and Looshkin'With fast-paced action and absurd humor [.] Super Dweeb in an exciting new series for fans of Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid' - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALAndy may be a little socially awkward, but thanks to his awesome atomic pencil-which can bring doodles to life-he''s far from an ordinary dweeb. Look out, evil-doers . here comes SUPER DWEEB!Mona, the cool new girl at school, has somehow talked Andy into becoming a costumed crimefighter. Now, thanks to his snazzy superheroic stylings, he''s gained both an army of fans, and an arch-enemy . and he can''t decide which is worse! The president-for-life of Andy''s fan club is his little brother, Oscar, and while he may not have a superpower, Oscar''s still super-determined to become Andy''s sidekick. Andy is definitely not up for having a little kid following him around! Meanwhile, witness the diabolical origin story of Doctor Eraser-Butt - the sinister super-scientist, whose bulbous behind can obliterate objects from existence. The second of the Super Dweeb series, this unpredictable, anarchic adventure story features comic-strip-style storytelling in full-colour and is perfect for readers aged 7-9.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Ranging from a few words to a few pages, the aphorisms in Human, All Too Human present Friedrich Nietzsche''s thoughts on a variety of subjects, including the nature of reality (metaphysics); moral feelings, especially the concepts of good and evil; the argument that great art is the product of hard work as opposed to ''genius'' and inspiration; free-thinking; the evolution of men, women and children; and the limitations that people put on their own thoughts and reasoning. The first of what became three volumes, Human, All Too Human not only represented a change in style for Nietzsche after the break-up of his friendship with the composer Richard Wagner and his rejection of Schopenhauer''s influence, but also a move towards the views of the Enlightenment philosophers, particularly Voltaire and La Rochfoucauld. Human, All Too Human marks Nietzsche''s decision to embrace new concepts and a fascinating turning point in the work of one of the 19th century''s greatest philosophers.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This entertaining, easy-to-follow, and eminently practical book will equip readers with knotting skills to last a lifetime. This full-color guide is packed with over 45 knot projects, accompanied by clear step-by-step illustrations. From the clove hitch to the Albright knot, readers will learn an array of loops, hitches and binding knots as well as variations of the most famous examples. Each project includes practical uses for these knots - such as making a swing seat, a washing line, a dog lead or an arm sling - so that you can introduce them into everyday life. Features: Useful knots for sailing Clever knots for camping Handy knots for the home And other knots that are simply a pleasure to tie! Discover a time-honoured and rewarding hobby and essential life skill with wide and varied applications. A fantastic gift for readers of all ages from 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Explorer Handbooks series brings together handy illustrated field guides that will empower young adventures to explore the great outdoors, with topics including knots, astronomy and fossil hunting.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An indispensable introduction to the darker side of life, revealing the often strange and grisly stories behind the world''s most infamous murderers, swindlers and crooks.100 Most Infamous Criminals is an astounding compendium of crimes and their perpetrators. Here you will find the stories of some of history''s most notorious criminals, the lives they led, the crimes they committed and the destruction and sorrow they left in their wake. This collection includes such notorious villains as: Jack the Ripper, the man who terrorized Victorian London. Charles Manson, the infamous 60s cult leader. Ted Bundy, the serial killer beloved by his neighbors. Al Capone, the king of gangsters. Harold Shipman, Britain''s angel of death.ABOUT THE SERIES: The True Criminals series provides gripping exposés on some of the most twisted criminals the world has ever seen. Augmented by chilling photographs, this series provides snapshots into the minds of these villains and their deadly acts.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A close look at Gauguin''s life and his art reveals a complex man in constant search for a primitive paradise that was elusive. Caroline Bugler explores Gauguin''s extensive travels and artistic experiments, many of them driven by a strong desire to explore the unknown, and to discover what he saw as the ''savage'' aspect of his own nature.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A concise introduction to all the key tenets of electrical and mechanical engineering degree course, written by former NASA engineer Dr David Baker. A Degree in a Book: Electrical and Mechanical Engineering is presented in an attractive landscape format in full-color. With flow charts, infographics, timelines, feature spreads and information boxes, this highly visual guide will help readers quickly get to grips with the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering and their practical applications.Covering Newtonian mechanics, nuclear engineering, artificial intelligence, 3D printing and more, this essential guide brings clarity to complex ideas. David Baker delves into the history and development of this far-reaching subject as well as the challenges of the future such as environmental responsibility. Complete with a useful glossary of key terms, this holistic introduction will equip students and laypeople alike with the knowledge of an engineering graduate. ABOUT THE SERIES: Get the knowledge of a degree for the price of a book in Arcturus Publishing's A Degree in a Book series. Featuring handy timelines, information boxes, feature spreads and margin annotations, these illustrated books are perfect for anyone wishing to master seemingly complex subject with ease and enjoyment.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Ranging from a few words to a few pages, the aphorisms in Human, All Too Human present Friedrich Nietzsche''s thoughts on a variety of subjects, including the nature of reality (metaphysics); moral feelings, especially the concepts of good and evil; the argument that great art is the product of hard work as opposed to ''genius'' and inspiration; free-thinking; the evolution of men, women and children; and the limitations that people put on their own thoughts and reasoning. The first of what became three volumes, Human, All Too Human not only represented a change in style for Nietzsche after the break-up of his friendship with the composer Richard Wagner and his rejection of Schopenhauer''s influence, but also a move towards the views of the Enlightenment philosophers, particularly Voltaire and La Rochfoucauld. Human, All Too Human marks Nietzsche''s decision to embrace new concepts and a fascinating turning point in the work of one of the 19th century''s greatest philosophers. 272 pp. Englisch.