Ebury publishing aug 2009 (4 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When do you think the Second World War ended If the end of the war was supposed to have brought 'freedom' to countries that suffered under Nazi occupation, then for millions it did not really end until the fall of Communism. In the summer of 1945 many of the countries in Eastern Europe simply swapped the rule of one tyrant, Adolf Hitler, for that of another: Joseph Stalin. Why this happened has remained one of the most troubling questions of the entire conflict, and is at the heart of Laurence Rees' dramatic book.In World War II: Behind Closed Doors, Rees provides an intimate 'behind the scenes' history of the West's dealings with Joseph Stalin - an account which uses material only available since the opening of archives in the East as well as new testimony from witnesses from the period. An enthralling mix of high politics and the often heart-rending personal experiences of those on the ground, it will make you rethink what you believe about World War II.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Girls mature more quickly than boys and so are usually ready to potty train earlier. However, they can also be more sensitive to the process as a whole. In Potty Training Girls, Dr Caroline Fertleman and Simone Cave provide a clear step-by-step guide, taking parents through preparation; introducing and encouraging your daughter to use the potty; troubleshooting and much more.This invaluable parenting guide also includes:- Checklists for both mental and physical signs that show your daughter is ready to potty train- Guidance on what kind of behaviour to expect and how to manage it- Sensitive advice if your daughter is a late starter or a 'rebel'Potty Training Girls ensures that parents, and their daughters, pass this important milestone calmly, without worry or stress, and shows that it can even be fun.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Alex Horne is not a birdwatcher. But his dad is, so with the prospect of fatherhood looming on his own horizon, Alex decided there was no better time to really get to know both his father and his father's favourite hobby. So he challenged his dad to a Big Year: from 1 January to 31 December they would each try to spot as many birds as possible; the one who spied the most species would be the victor. Along the way Alex would find out what makes his dad tick, pick up a bit of fatherly wisdom and perhaps even 'get into' birdwatching himself.Join Alex as he journeys from Barnes to Bahrain in this charming tale of obsession, manliness, fathers and sons, and the highly amusing twists and turns of a year-long bird race. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Take control of your thinking with this fun and easy-to-follow guide to problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making. THE JAPANESE BESTSELLER Problem Solving 101 has helped millions of people around the world to find successful solutions to even the toughest of problems. Simple enough for a high school student to understand, yet sophisticated enough for CEOs to apply to their biggest business challenges, this essential guide makes problem-solving faster, clearer and more effective. Originally created to teach Japanese schoolchildren critical thinking skills, Problem Solving 101 quickly became a must-read for readers of all ages thanks to the power and simplicity of Ken Watanabe's unique methods. Packed with useful diagrams, quirky illustrations and practical exercises, this accessible guide will help you: - Improve your problem-solving skills - Strengthen critical thinking and analytical thinking - Make better decisions faster - Develop creative solutions to difficult problems - Think strategically in work and life Once you've mastered the problem-solving skills in this book, you'll wonder how you ever got by without them.…