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Philosophers Who Changed History
English, Simon Blackburn, DK, 2024
Best Dorling Kindersley products in the Non-fiction category
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1. Dorling Kindersley Philosophers Who Changed History
This visual celebration of the world's most celebrated thinkers tells the fascinating stories of their lives and pioneering ideas. "Philosophers Who Changed History" places well-known philosophers in their historical and cultural context, showing how they came to influence philosophy as we know it today. This illustrated guide is ideal for those interested in philosophy, politics, history, and literature or who would like to broaden their general understanding of philosophy and the lives of philosophers.
Inside this book on philosophers, you'll find:
- An overview of the lives and works of around 80 of the world's most influential philosophers, from the Classical era to the present.
- Eight pages of brand-new content with 12 new entries, including Frederick Douglass and Luce Irigaray.
- Lavishly illustrated portraits of each philosopher, alongside photographs of their homes, studies, and personal artifacts.
In this philosophy guide, each philosopher is introduced with a realistic portrait and biographical entries that trace the friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired and influenced them. Entries explore the key ideas and working methods of each individual and set their ideas in context, conveying a powerful sense of the place and the period of history in which they lived. "Philosophers Who Changed History" provides revealing insights into what drove each individual to develop new ways of understanding the world.
2. Dorling Kindersley Dinosaurier und andere Lebewesen der Urzeit
Experience the prehistoric era up close in spectacular images
Embark on a breathtaking journey into the prehistoric world! From the formation of our Earth about 4.5 billion years ago to the Quaternary period, this book chronicles the life forms of the past through over 2,200 impressive photos and 3D graphics. Whether it's tiny bacteria, gigantic dinosaurs, early mammals, fossil discoveries, or the first humans - stunning visual representations vividly document the evolution of life.
The evolution of living beings visually represented
Step into the time machine and experience long-lost life with this impressive visual encyclopedia:
- The most comprehensive visual representation of the prehistoric era.
- The latest research findings.
- Colorful and opulent design.
Take a look back into the prehistoric era with dinosaurs, fossils, and more in this outstanding combination of a scientifically grounded reference work and captivating visual documentation.
Non-fiction
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CHF38.70 was CHF49.70
Dinosaurier und andere Lebewesen der Urzeit
German, Douglas Palmer, Kim Dennis-Bryan, Jason Anderson, Dr Andrea Kamphuis, DK Publishing House, Eva Sixt, David Bernie, Darren Naish, Paul Kenrick, Fiona Coward, Stephan Matthiesen, 2020
3. Dorling Kindersley Der Zweite Weltkrieg
The Second World War – remarkably well documented. On the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of war on September 1, 1939, this high-quality illustrated book presents a comprehensive depiction of the challenging era and its background from 1914 to 1951. The impressive reference work visualizes the emergence, battlefields, and post-war period in detail through over 1,200 photographs, illustrations, precise maps, timelines, biographies, eyewitness accounts, and historical documents.
A comprehensive illustrated book on the Second World War. This large-format reference work offers an extensive documentation of the Second World War, its background, and its immediate and long-term consequences, featuring a wealth of photos, maps, quotes, and informative texts. It covers all theaters of war from Europe to North Africa and the Pacific, outlining the largest military operations on land, at sea, and in the air. Additionally, it addresses the ideological backgrounds, propaganda, and life on the home front, as well as the Holocaust and war crimes in Europe and Asia.
What distinguishes this reference work:
• Clear structure.
• Practical references.
• Profound maps.
• Information on significant individuals.
• Touching eyewitness accounts.
• Detailed information.
• Renowned author team.
An important reference work on the Second World War that comprehensively illuminates this part of German history in a global historical context.
4. Dorling Kindersley Girls Just Wanna Have Funds
Start your journey to financial success with Female Invest's guide for safe, smart, and sustainable investing. This is an empowering and uplifting money manifesto, aiming to change the tides of financial power.
Are you one of the 68% of women worldwide earning less than a man doing the same job? Then you need to make your money work harder, starting now.
In "Girls Just Want to Have Funds," the trio of founders behind the global movement Female Invest bring you an empowering five-step guide with a straight-talking message: you don't have to be an expert or a millionaire to make money. Simply equip yourself with the easy-to-follow golden rules and tools of three finance gurus to find your confidence and open a whole new world of opportunities.
Whether you want to master the art of setting realistic goals, demystify financial jargon and markets, gain independence with a fund, or finally get excited about your financial future, find all the answers you need and more with this comprehensive guide. Even if you only have a $1 savings fund to begin with, you too can have a rewarding, limitless life by investing in yourself and this book.
Non-fiction
CHF27.–
Girls Just Wanna Have Funds
English, Camilla Falkenberg, Emma Due Bitz, Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen, 2022
5. Dorling Kindersley Zeichnen wie ein Profi
Drawing made easy: This is the most comprehensive drawing school with over 90 creative & drawing techniques explained in a practice-oriented way. While drawing with pencil, charcoal, ink, colored pencil or pastel, art apprentices develop their own style piece by piece in clearly illustrated step-by-step instructions. Whether beginner, intermediate, or professional - depending on their personal level, budding artists scribble, stipple, wipe, and even trace well-known works of art in special workshops. The extremely heavily illustrated book introduces you to the art of drawing. Choose a desired medium, find the right subject with the appropriate tips, and come along in the magnificent world of colors and black-and-white drawings. Divided into three levels of difficulty, each double-page spread gradually introduces you to the technique. Perspectives, light, shadow, obe.
6. Dorling Kindersley Veg in One Bed New Edition
Grow your own vegetable garden with this practical, straightforward gardening guide. There is nothing more fulfilling than growing your own home produce. You don't have to be a seasoned gardener to produce a healthy, flourishing garden - all you need is a few seeds, water, sunlight, good advice, and patience!
In just one raised bed, author Huw Richards shows you exactly how to grow vegetables organically, abundantly, and inexpensively so you have something to harvest every month of the year. Here's what you'll find inside:
- Month-by-month guide to what to do and how to do it, including what pests to look out for and what can be harvested.
- Covers the first year in detail, with the final chapter on 'Next Steps' providing suggestions of what to do in years two and three.
- Illustrations show you what the bed should look like month to month.
- Windowsill planting ensures early success cultivating plants before they are transferred into the bed.
- Maintenance sections ensure readers know how to keep their plants (and raised bed) healthy each month.
- Includes instructions on assessing your site and building a 4x10ft (1.2x3m) raised bed.
- Alternative vegetables are recommended, allowing readers to tailor their bed to their taste.
- Plans chart growing season for different circumstances: cool climate, low rainfall, low effort, salad bed, winter bed, herbs, and edible flowers.
Month by month, discover what you need to do and how to do it. Try becoming more self-sufficient in your allotment, a small garden, or even on a roof terrace. Veg In One Bed shows you that you can have a small thriving garden and still be able to maintain it, yielding fresh vegetables all year round. Learn what to do each month on your windowsill, where you'll raise seedlings, and in your raised bed, where your plants will grow to maturity. Everything is explained in clear, illustrated steps: building your bed, growing from seed, planting, feeding, and harvesting. This gardening book not only guides you through.
7. Dorling Kindersley Photography
This lavish coffee-table book traces the history of photography from the first black and white images to celebrated examples of 21st-century digital photography. Photography celebrates the most iconic photographs of the past 200 years and includes more than 50 biographies of the most famous photographers, explaining how they pushed the bounds of the medium. It also showcases examples of the extraordinary cameras that photographers experimented with, from the daguerreotype to the latest camera phones.
Charting the influence of social and cultural change, as well as the impact of science and technology, this beautiful book follows the history of photographs from the first grainy attempts at portrait and landscape photography to gritty photojournalism, street photography, and digital photography, with special features delving into the stories behind photographic images that changed how people saw the world.
This fantastic photography book promises:
- A selection of the most important "lost" cultural artifacts from ancient times to the present day
- Features images of the artworks where available, or specially commissioned illustrations of them based on written accounts
- Includes details of the ongoing debate about whether looted art should be returned to its country of origin
Packed with information and full of inspiration, Photography is the perfect reference for budding photographers, seasoned professionals, and anyone with an interest in the subject. Whether you're looking for a riveting reference book to display on your coffee table or gift to a friend, or you're a lifelong learner with a thirst for knowledge, Photography is sure to delight!.
8. Dorling Kindersley Die Erde - Wunderwelt unseres Planeten
From the Earth's core to high up in our solar system, there is much to discover. Whether the formation of sparkling crystals, seething volcanoes or the unique biosphere - this colourful book about our Earth presents the wonders of our planet with more than 1000 breathtaking photographs and illustrations as well as compact, informative texts.A visually stunning documentation of planet Earth- Exciting journey of knowledge: from the origins of the Earth to the formation of the oceans and the atmosphere to the incredible biodiversity of the planet.- Explore the unique wonders of the Earth: colourful rocks and minerals, important fossils , amazing weather phenomena and much more- Discover famous places like Mount Everest, the Grand Canyon as well as Glacier Bay from a new perspective- More than 1000 photos and illustrations take you into breathtaking landscapes and show the details of fossils, special rocks and other treasures of the Earth.Compact knowledge and spectacular photographyThis special book takes us to remarkable landscapes and parts of the earth that are otherwise inaccessible to humans. The combination of unique photographs and informative texts skilfully showcases the diverse riches of this earth.You have never seen our earth like this before! A visually stunning volume for everyone who wants to know more about our planet and its treasures.
Non-fiction
CHF39.70
Die Erde - Wunderwelt unseres Planeten
German, Philip Eales, Gregory Funston, Derek Harvey., Anthea Lacchia, Dorrik Stow, 2023
9. Dorling Kindersley Die Geschichte der Welt in Karten
A different perspective on world history - The history of humanity in over 160 extraordinary maps. From the development of Homo Sapiens to the Roman Empire and the present day – explanatory information provides the historical context.
Maps specifically created for the book based on the latest satellite data. With a foreword by historian Karen Radner. Map by map: A visual journey through the history of the world.
Never before has global history been told in such diverse maps as in this award-winning world atlas. Over 160 thematic maps illustrate the first migrations of people, the emergence of the first cities, the industrial revolution, and much more. Detailed labels and informative graphics explain historical events, backgrounds, and connections.
This historical atlas brings the history of humanity to life in a unique way and makes the most significant moments of our past tangible. A magnificent gift for all history enthusiasts: Follow in the footsteps of the most important events in our world history! The first edition of the DK illustrated book received the "ITB Book Award 2021" in the category of "Maps, Atlases, and Knowledge." This updated and expanded new edition has been brought up to date with the latest research.
Non-fiction
CHF39.70
Die Geschichte der Welt in Karten
German, Philip Wilkinson, Jeremy Harwood, David Summers, Simon Adams, Reg G. Grant, Philip Parker, Derek Harvey., Peter Chrisp, Joel Levy, Sally Regan, Dr Kay Celtel, 2024
10. Dorling Kindersley Bäume - Eine Natur- und Kulturgeschichte
The world of trees, as you've never seen it before. Fascinating photos and impressive illustrations allow nature lovers to see trees with new eyes in this elaborately designed book. Exciting know-how about the science, culture, and history of trees is conveyed in an engaging and understandable way. The authors report on ancient oaks and towering redwoods, as well as legends and myths surrounding their wood. Additionally, the anatomy and behavior of tree species are revealed in detail.
A beautiful love letter to trees. This book is a new type of information source about trees. It celebrates these fascinating organisms that have lived on our planet since ancient times. The exploration of their scientific and ecological significance and their role in the history and culture of humanity is explained compellingly. Furthermore, the author team presents individual trees in 80 detailed portraits, and current topics such as the role of forests in climate change are also addressed.
The comprehensive, beautifully illustrated natural and cultural history of trees. From maple to beech to cypress: 80 trees in detailed portraits. An overview of trees from around the world with breathtaking photos and depictions of significant artworks. Legends, tales, and cultural historical knowledge. Current topics such as trees and their importance for climate change.
With stunning images, exciting texts, and insightful information, this book is a love letter to the world of trees like no other.
Non-fiction
CHF34.70
Bäume - Eine Natur- und Kulturgeschichte
German, Andrew Mikolajski, Michael Scott, Keith Rushforth, Dr Ross Bayton, Agnes Pahler, DK Publishing House, 2022