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The BBC's Legacy in Africa: Continuities and Change (Routledge African Media, Culture and Communication Studies)
by Anthony Mavuto Gunde Albert Sharra Jimmy KainjaThis book critically examines the historical and ongoing influence of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) on African broadcasting, tracing its colonial roots through to its post-colonial legacy.The book details how in the 1930s the BBC established radio transmitter sites in East and Central Africa, thereby positioning itself as a model for broadcasting in British colonies and beyond. Grounded in a decolonial perspective, the book then explores the evolution of African radio structures, funding models, editorial policies and programming strategies. In the post-colonial era, the BBC continued to train, equip and support African broadcasters while maintaining a strong presence through African-focused programming. Some nations fully embraced the BBC model, while others developed hybrid broadcasting systems integrating British, local and transnational influences. Beyond historical analysis, the book interrogates the BBC’s enduring influence on African media, examining how contemporary local broadcasters negotiate, adapt or resist its legacy. A nuanced exploration of these dynamics provides critical insights into the intersection of colonial-era institutions and contemporary African media landscapes.This book is an essential resource for scholars and researchers in media and communication studies, African studies and decolonial studies, offering a comprehensive understanding of the BBC’s role in shaping African broadcasting.
Greenhouse Engineering: Software-driven Design and Modelling for Optimal Microclimate Control
by V.P. SethiThe comprehensive software-based approach in this book provides an in-depth exploration of the latest innovations in greenhouse engineering, thus transforming the existing Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) to a futuristic Greenhouse Smart Agriculture (GSA), aiding the reader to optimize crop yields, reduce environmental impact, and enhance farm profitability through software decision support systems. From renewable energy solutions and software-driven sustainable practices to AI-powered optimization and integrated smart greenhouse design, it covers the entire spectrum of GSA, including practical knowledge, global case studies, and real-world examples.Key features: Explores innovative renewable energy solutions for Greenhouse Smart Agriculture Implements software-driven sustainable solutions for optimized crop yields and reduced environmental impact Develops innovative control strategies for Greenhouse Smart Agriculture using artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and advanced techniques Optimizes greenhouse production through modelling and simulation techniques for enhanced sustainability Designs and implements sustainable greenhouse climate control systems for heating, cooling, and energy efficiency Creates integrated smart greenhouse systems that combine automation, renewable energy, and sustainable design Harnesses the power of artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and data-driven approaches to enhance greenhouse optimization and sustainable agriculture Integrates smart soilless greenhouse agriculture and aquaponics using a design-to-software approach This book is aimed at university and greenhouse industry researchers, agricultural engineers, and graduate students in fields such as agriculture, agricultural and biosystems engineering, horticulture, environmental science, and renewable energy, as well as professional agricultural policymakers.
Machina Sapiens: How Intelligent Machines Passed the Turing Test
by Nello CristianiniCan machines think? This troubling question, posed by Alan Turing in 1950, has perhaps been answered: today we can converse with a computer without being able to distinguish it from a person.Machines can pass university exams and program other computers. ChatGPT, Bard, and other 'language models' have proved proficient at performing tasks far beyond their creators’ initial expectations, and we still do not know why. Trained simply to predict missing words in a text, such models have gained an understanding of the world and language that makes them capable of reasoning, planning, solving problems, as well as conversing almost flawlessly. Is this the secret of knowledge, and is it now in the hands of our creations? Perhaps we are no longer alone. And as we try to figure out how to share these powers with the 'aliens' who now work at our side, we can wonder what else they may learn tomorrow. Are we approaching a critical threshold beyond which machines will attain superhuman performance?Following on from The Shortcut, Nello Cristianini has authored another brilliant book – written like a gripping thriller – explaining the ideas behind a technology destined to change the world. If our worst terror has always stemmed from fear of the unknown, the cure, since time immemorial, is knowledge.
Iyanu: Child of Wonder Library Edition Volume 1 (Iyanu: Child of Wonder)
by Roye OkupeNow a Cartoon Network/HBO Max/Lion Forge Animation animated series! The hit graphic novel series from YouNeek Studios and Dark Horse—with Volumes 1 and 2 now collected in an oversized volume!Iyanu, a teenage orphan with no recollection of her past, suddenly discovers that she has abilities that rival the ancient deities told of in the folklore of her people. It is these abilities that are the key to bringing back an "age of wonders,&” as Iyanu begins her journey to save a world on the brink of destruction! The Corrupt—cursed wildlife and strange, divine beasts—are determined to destroy humanity, unless Iyanu can stop them.A timeless fantasy quest inspired by Yoruba culture and myths—from the best Nigerian comics talent!Collects: Iyanu: Child of Wonder Volumes 1 & 2.
The Parent Trap (Pushkin Children's Classics)
by Erich KästnerThe book behind the world-famous film — in a new translation by Anthea BellLuise has ringlets. Lottie has braids. Apart from that they look exactly the same.But they are sure that they have never set eyes on each other in their lives.When the two girls meet at a summer camp and discover the secret behind their similarity, they decide to switch places. Everyone is fooled (apart from the dog) and, despite a few mistakes and misadventures, everything goes to plan for Luise as Lottie and Lottie as Luise - until their father meets a young, beautiful woman and things start to unravel...Funny, moving, affectionate and improbable, The Parent Trap has twice been adapted for film - but the book remains one of the great classics of German children's literature.
Squirrel and Bird
by Laura BakerSquirrel and Bird are best friends, but they're very different. Squirrel is LOUD. Bird is quiet. Squirrel is confident. Bird is shy. And that&’s all there is to know about them...or is it?This eye-opening book for children ages 3-7 celebrates the wonderful variety of traits that make us who we are.Squirrel and Bird are the best of friends, but they're very different. Squirrel is loud, busy, and the life of the party. Bird is quiet and shy--but is that all there is to them? This eye-opening, thought-provoking story encourages us to embrace the wonderful variety of traits that make us who we are, and challenge the reductive labels others may place upon us.
Fat and Furious: Igniting Radical Fat Resistance
by Breanne FahsA bold takedown of the ways women are terrorized about fatness, and a treatise on the revolutionary power of fat furyAnti-fatness and fat-shaming are used most often as a way to inspire fear in others about being or becoming fat. Scholar and therapist Breanne Fahs breaks down how the dread of fatness is used to control and capitalize on women&’s fears of their unruly bodies and demonstrates how rejecting shame and instead igniting feelings of anger can help us collectively move towards justice.Weaving together the voices of fat people and activists with damning psychological and sociological evidence, Fahs chronicles how fat oppression and fear-mongering impacts every aspect of our lives, from media representation to workplace and healthcare discrimination to the problem with body positivity movements, and even how we handle fat death. She argues that rage, or fat fury, becomes the necessary antidote to the resignation and powerlessness that anti-fatness so often generates.Illuminating and infuriating, Fahs intertwines the personal and systemic impacts of anti-fatness and calls on all of us—fatter and thinner alike—to reflect and revolt.
Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty
by Kaila YuA &“raw and lyrical&” (New York Times) memoir-in-essays from former pinup model and lead singer of Nylon Pink Kaila Yu, reckoning with being an object of Asian fetish and how media, pop culture, and colonialism contributed to the oversexualization of Asian women.No one fetishized Kaila Yu more than she fetishized herself. As a young girl, she dreamt of beauty. But none of the beautiful women on television looked like her. In the late '90s and early 2000s Asian women were often reduced to overtly sexual and submissive caricatures—the geishas of the book-turned-film Memoirs of a Geisha; the lewd twins, Fook Mi and Fook Yu, in Austin Powers in Goldmember; Papillon Soo Soo&’s sex worker character in the cult Vietnam War movie Full Metal Jacket; and pin-up goddess Sung-Hi Lee. Meanwhile, the "girls next door" were always white. Within that narrow framework, Kaila internalized a painful conclusion: The only way someone who looked like her could have value or be considered beautiful and desirable was to sexualize herself. Blending vulnerable stories from Yu&’s life with incisive cultural critique and history, Fetishized is a memoir-in-essays exploring feminism, beauty, yellow fever, and the roles pop culture and colonialism played in shaping pervasive and destructive stereotypes about Asian women and their bodies. Yu reflects on the women in media who influenced her, the legacy of U.S. occupation in shaping Western perceptions of Asian women, her own experiences in the pinup and import modeling industry, auditioning for TV and film roles that perpetuated dehumanizing stereotypes, and touring the world with her band in revealing outfits. She recounts altering her body to conform to Western beauty standards, allowing men to treat her like a sex object, and the emotional toll and trauma of losing her sense of self in the pursuit of the image she thought the world wanted. Candid and intimate, Fetishized is a personal journey of self-love and healing. It&’s both a searing indictment of the violence of objectification and a tender exploration of the broken relationship so many of us have with beauty, desire, and our own bodies.
Arkham Horror: The Terror at the End of Time (Arkham Horror)
by Cullen BunnEisner-nominated master of horror Cullen Bunn brings Arkham Horror—the hair-raising 1920s mystery and adventure game—to the world of comics with Arkham Horror: The Terror at the End of Time.Life was all just one big game to adventuring socialite Jenny Barnes. But Jenny&’s world turned topsy-turvy when she and her sister Izzie were attacked by a dangerous cult. Although Jenny thwarted the cultists sacrificial endeavors and battled the eldritch monsters at their command, the high priestess Abigail Olmstead fled—and took Izzie with her.Desperate to find her sister, Jenny seeks the help of private investigator Joe Diamond. Joe may not understand her story, but he understands loss. Together, Joe and Jenny will follow a perilous path—fighting unimaginable horrors, journeying to strange worlds, and risking their lives and sanity—in search of Izzie. But the greatest terror awaits them somewhere far beyond the town of Arkham, Massachusetts…Collects Arkham Horror: The Terror at the End of Time #1–#4.
Wanda oye las estrellas (Spanish Edition): Una astrónoma ciega escucha al universo
by Amy S. Hansen WANDA DÍAZ MERCED¡Edición en español! Un libro ilustrado de no ficción que narra la biografía de la astrofísica Wanda Díaz Merced y cómo perder la vista no la detuvo de estudiar las estrellas.Una historia inspiradora y real de una mujer científica de color y que es una lectura interseccional fascinante para los fanáticos de STEM de 6 a 9 años.Spanish language edition! A nonfiction picture book biography of astrophysicist Wanda Díaz Merced and how losing her sight didn't stop her from studying the stars.An inspiring true story of a woman scientist of color that's a riveting intersectional read for STEM fans ages 6-9.Mientras crecía en Puerto Rico, Wanda Díaz Merced quería aprender todo lo que pudiera sobre las estrellas. Pero en la universidad comenzó a perder la vista. ¿Cómo podría estudiar lo que no podía ver?Wanda encontró una manera. Aprendió a escuchar las estrellas usando la sonificación, estudio que convierte los datos en sonidos. Al escuchar esas campanadas y ritmos de tambor, hizo nuevos descubrimientos sobre el universo.Hoy día, Wanda es una destacada defensora de la ciencia inclusiva. Ella y su amiga Amy S. Hansen colaboraron en este libro para inspirar a los niños a seguir su curiosidad sin importar los desafíos. Como insta Wanda, "¡Nunca te rindas!"¡Wanda oye las estrellas es la biografía ilustrada perfecta para inspirar a cualquier futuro científico con mentalidad STEM!Growing up in Puerto Rico, Wanda Díaz Merced wanted to learn everything she could about the stars. But in college she started losing her sight. How could she study what she couldn't see?Wanda found a way. She learned to hear the stars using sonification, which converts data into sounds. Listening to those chimes and drumbeats, she made new discoveries about the universe.Today Wanda is a leading advocate for inclusive science. She and her friend Amy S. Hansen collaborated on this book to inspire children to follow their curiosity no matter the challenges. As Wanda urges, "Never give up!"Wanda escucha las estrellas is the perfect picture book biography to inspire any STEM-minded future scientist!
Intelligence: From Secrets to Policy
by Mark M. LowenthalNow in its landmark Tenth Edition, Mark M. Lowenthal’s trusted guide, Intelligence, is the go-to resource for understanding how the intelligence community’s history, structure, procedures, and functions affect policy decisions. In the new edition, the author addresses the implications of new technologies like artificial intelligence, the intensified great power competition around the world, and updates in cyber intelligence, as well as offering significant updates in the chapter on foreign intelligence services.
Intelligence: From Secrets to Policy
by Mark M. LowenthalNow in its landmark Tenth Edition, Mark M. Lowenthal’s trusted guide, Intelligence, is the go-to resource for understanding how the intelligence community’s history, structure, procedures, and functions affect policy decisions. In the new edition, the author addresses the implications of new technologies like artificial intelligence, the intensified great power competition around the world, and updates in cyber intelligence, as well as offering significant updates in the chapter on foreign intelligence services.
American Public Policy: Promise and Performance
by B. Guy Peters John A. Hoornbeek"This book is an excellent choice for anyone looking to bring the complicated world of public policy to their classroom." – Ben Galloway, University of Arkansas Now in its Thirteenth Edition, American Public Policy provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the policymaking process, from procedural approaches and policy instruments to in-depth analysis of specific policy issues. Not shying away from the complexity of governmental procedure, B. Guy Peters and new coauthor John Hoornbeek ensure that the mechanisms of the policy process are understandable through discussion of topical policy areas.
American Public Policy: Promise and Performance
by B. Guy Peters John A. Hoornbeek"This book is an excellent choice for anyone looking to bring the complicated world of public policy to their classroom." – Ben Galloway, University of Arkansas Now in its Thirteenth Edition, American Public Policy provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the policymaking process, from procedural approaches and policy instruments to in-depth analysis of specific policy issues. Not shying away from the complexity of governmental procedure, B. Guy Peters and new coauthor John Hoornbeek ensure that the mechanisms of the policy process are understandable through discussion of topical policy areas.
Congress Explained: Representation and Lawmaking in the First Branch
by Casey Burgat Charles Hunt SoRelle GaynorA brief, accessible guide to the institution, Congress Explained: Representation and Lawmaking in the First Branch walks students through the inner workings of the modern Congress. Congressional experts Casey Burgat, Charles Hunt, and SoRelle Gaynor help students understand the branch by examining legislators’ responsibilities toward constituents, the ways their backgrounds and perspectives influence their work, and the incentives that drive lawmaking in today′s hyperpolarized Congress. In this updated Second Edition, new features, case studies, and data-based figures focus on changes to the institution over time and the ways individuals operate the pulls and levers of the branch to achieve legislative goals.
The Modern Pioneer Pantry: A Complete Guide to Preserving Food
by Mary Bryant ShraderFill your pantry, save money, and eat healthier using time-tested methods from Mary Bryant Shrader of the Mary's Nest YouTube channel.There is no better way to preserve food than by using the methods our predecessors used. Canning, preserving, pickling, and drying have been used for centuries to make fresh food last longer and preserve garden harvests. Now, as grocery prices continue to rise, people have realized that these methods, when done properly and safely, can preserve fresh food for months and even years, which means less waste, a well-stocked pantry, and a bounty of delicious and healthy food.Fans of Mary Bryant Shrader&’s YouTube channel and website love her positive, encouraging approach to teaching complex topics in a way that is both entertaining and richly informative. In her first book, The Modern Pioneer Cookbook, Mary shared tips for cooking traditional foods and using simple ingredients to make healthy meals more economically. Now, in The Modern Pioneer Pantry, Mary goes in depth and teaches you how to use water-bath canning, pressure canning, pickling, fermenting, freezing, dehydrating, and drying to preserve everything from fruits and vegetables to salads, jams and jellies, pickles, and so much more.In addition to in-depth instruction for each method and over 115 recipes, you&’ll learn how to use Mary's unique Four Corners Pantry approach to ensure your home will stay well stocked and food will never go bad. You'll also learn how to source inexpensive ingredients, get the most out of your garden (or the produce section at your local supermarkets), and create a pantry that will be a source of pride and also nutrient-rich food for your family. Each chapter also includes a scannable QR code that links to instructional videos on the Mary's Nest website.
Bela and Lily
by Natasha Khan KaziA heartwarming picture book about two young girls who don't speak the same language and still become fast friends, by Bangladeshi American writer and artist, Natasha Khan Kazi.Lily looks at my eyes, lips, and shouldersas if they are pieces of a puzzle. Bela, who has recently arrived in the United States from Bangladesh, meets Lily on the swings. But how do you make a friend when you don&’t speak the same language? Based on Natasha&’s own experience as a five-year-old immigrant making her first friend, Bela and Lily is about how two kindred spirits forge a bond through smiles, giggles, and a shared love of adventure, while also learning each other&’s words.
Phonic Books Rescue Bindup
by Phonic BooksLearn how to read with these decodable Phonic Books for older readers.Rescue Bindup are phonic books for older readers that introduces children to a few letters and sounds at a time. This bindup features 10 truly decodable Hi-Lo books designed for older readers who need extra support with their reading.Dedicated books in each stage break down phonics practice while introducing alternative vowel spellings with gentle progression, encouraging independent reading from the start for ages 9-12 or Grades 4-6. This bindup edition is ideal for public and school libraries, and accompanying reproducible activities for word building, reading, spelling, and comprehension can be found in Phonic Books Rescue Activities.For example:Book 1: A Great Break (ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, ey)Book 2: The Search Begins (ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, ei)Book 3: Rainbow Fish (ow, oa, o, oe, o-e)Book 4: On With the Search (er, ir, ur, or, ear)Book 5: A Long Way Down (ow, ou & oi, oy)Book 6: A Gruesome Monster (oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, u)Book 7: Time is Running Out! (igh, ie, i-e, i, y)Book 8: An Awful Planet (aw, awe, a, au, al, ough)Book 9: No Time to Spare (air, are, ear, ere, eir)Book 10: Dark Times (ar)This phonics bindup for older readers features:10 books that teach different letter sounds in each one.Each unit introduces new letters and sounds through sounding them out (sat, s - a - t).Reading material aimed at older children (Grades 4-6) who need support with their reading.Alternative vowel spellings that are gradually introduced throughout the books.What is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read through understanding the sounds that individual letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specializes in decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction.
Ghostlore: Unveiling 50 Phantoms That Have Haunted History
by Icy SedgwickAn exquisitely illustrated look at the stories of 50 ghosts from around the world, written by folklore and supernatural expert Icy Sedgwick, author of Rebel Folklore.As long as there has been a movement in the corner of your eye, a strange noise in the dark, or a chilling feeling in your stomach, there have been ghost stories.Ghostlore reveals the sinister stories behind the phantoms that have terrified history. From mischievous German poltergeists to Nigerian Madam Koi Koi, who haunts schools looking for unruly children, discover 50 misunderstood and mysterious ghosts from around the globe.Discover haunting ghost stories throughout history:Gorgeous illustrations and detailed descriptions bring these ghost stories to lifeDiverse entries from across the world, featuring new takes on well-known stories and rich descriptions of lesser-known entriesPerfect for fans of supernatural books and readers with an interest in world mythologyGhosts have haunted mythologies across the world for millennia – from Scotland’s Green Lady to the duppies of the Caribbean, every folklore has tried to explain the mystery of where people go after they die. Ghostlore collects 50 of these chilling tales from cultures and traditions across the world, capturing these iconic ghost stories in a beautiful book that horror fans and mythology enthusiasts will not want to miss.
How Science Works: The Facts Visually Explained (DK How Stuff Works)
by DKThis visual guide is packed with amazing diagrams and infographics to answer all your burning scientific head-scratchers - from gravity and black holes to earthquakes and gene therapy. In How Science Works you will find the most fascinating phenomena in the Universe visually explained, from pulleys to string theory, light to lasers, and chemical reactions to artificial intelligence. If you have ever wondered why the sky is blue, how a black hole works, or what happens in a tsunami, this indispensable guide is for you. Rather than long columns of text, How Science Works is filled with diagrams and infographics, to make even the most difficult concept fun and easy to grasp. Turn the pages to understand dark matter, radioactivity and so much more, and find answers to the really big questions including how life began, will the Universe end, and are we really alone? With hours of enthralling reading, How Science Works is the book you wished you'd had at school and it's the one you'll want for your family.
Eyewonder Human Body: Open Your Eyes to a World of Discovery
by DKSpark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to the human body for children.DK's best-selling Eyewonder series is back and has been refreshed for the next generation of young readers aged 5-7.This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of what goes on inside the body. Stay-at-home explorers will feel inspired by the dramatic photographs, up-to-date information and fact-packed pages, and a brand-new "eyewonder" feature where knowledge meets real-world application.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on anatomy, you can find: Fully updated and revised content for children starting to develop a passion for science.Eye-catching photographs that grab the attention of young readers and keep them coming back for more.Engaging facts, simple explanations, and fun activities throughout the book.Find out what makes us go with Eyewonder Human Body, from the end of our nose to the tips of our toes. Learn about how the brain works, sending messages around the body, and how we breathe, filling our lungs with air. Plus, with activities such as 'Brain Maze' and 'What's This?', your child will be entertained time and time again.Explore the series!The Eyewonder series is back and better than ever, with a fresh new look and the latest information. If you liked Eyewonder Human Body, why not dig into Eyewonder Rocks and Minerals or explore Eyewonder Oceans?
Treasures of the Earth: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals, and Gems
by DKDig down into the history of rocks, minerals, and other treasures and uncover the stories behind these marvelous materials.From dazzling gems to beautiful buildings, this book for children aged 9+ is filled with rocks and minerals, each one with a tale to tell. Treasures of the Earth is a tale of our fascination with precious things–how they were made, how we’ve used them and how their legends grow with each year that passes. Packed with striking visuals, gems of geological information, and stories from cultures all around the world, this book is a must-have for budding rockhounds and curious kids.This all-encompassing rock and gem book for kids offers:An impressive collection of gems, rocks, and crystals, from their natural state to polished perfection.Facts on every page that explain how the shapes, patterns, and colors of rocks and minerals are formed.Contents organized by different rock and gem types, for example, Native Elements, Organic Gems, and Gemstones.What gem was more precious than gold to Chinese emperors? Who suffered the curse of the Hope Diamond? And why did Burmese soldiers insert rubies under their skin before battle? This book will answer all this and more, through colorful photography of rocks and artifacts, and gorgeous illustrations that bring the stories to life.
Draw with Art for Kids Hub Halloween (Draw With Art For Kids Hub)
by Art for Kids Hub Rob JensenJoin the Art for Kids Hub family in their first-ever book series as they share super-fun, Halloween-themed drawing activities.Draw with Art for Kids Hub: Halloween brings the best of Art for Kids Hub to the printed page! Featuring popular hits from the channel, such as silly zombies and an adorable black cat, kids and their families will be amazed at all the delightful Halloween-themed characters and objects they can draw. With these super clear and accessible step-by-step lessons, Dad Rob and family prove that anyone can learn to draw – and make it fun.Millions of YouTube viewers have learned to draw with the Art for Kids Hub. Now you and your whole family can, too!Step-by-step lessons that make the process super clear and super fun for everyoneA unique, accessible approach that prioritizes involvement over perfection. Kids are reassured that their efforts don't have to match the pictures to still look awesomeThe focus on family time encourages kids to draw with their grown-ups and share the enjoyment and satisfaction of making artEvery idea inside – wacky witches, grinning goblins, and many more – encourages you to have fun as a family and fall in love with drawing. By showing both the kid and adult versions of every drawing, families can be creative together, and kids can discover the joy in simply drawing and avoid getting frustrated trying to recreate a perfect image.Art for Kids Hub has achieved over a billion views on YouTube by offering kids and families the perfect starting point on their drawing journeys. Dad Rob and his family have built a huge following thanks to their delightfully accessible lessons that gather the whole family to make art together. Their unique, easy-to-follow approach puts fun first, encouraging kids to draw in their own way and be proud of the results.Don’t miss the rest of the Draw with Art for Kids Hub series:Draw with Art for Kids Hub: AnimalsDraw with Art for Kids Hub: Cute and Funny FoodsDraw with Art for Kids Hub: ChristmasDraw with Art for Kids Hub: Space
A History of Astrology, Divination and Prophecy (DK A History of)
by DKDiscover the spellbinding history of astrology and divination around the world in this beautifully illustrated guide. A History of Astrology, Divination & Prophecy traces the journey of astrology from its roots in the 3rd century BCE, when ancient Mesopotamians studied celestial bodies with the aim of predicting the future, and its development into the distinct branches of Eastern astrology, Hindu (Vedic) astrology, and Western astrology that we know today. Learn about the numerous techniques that have been devised over the centuries to predict the future—from the use of yarrow stalks in the I Ching more than 2,500 years ago to methods still practiced today, such as tarot, crystals, palmistry, and numerology. Discover the story of influential and learned seers, from the oracles of Ancient Greece to the 16th-century French philosopher and mystic Nostradamus, who is said to have predicted the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and explore how our fear of and fascination with astrology, divination, prediction, and prophecy have been depicted in art and literature. Comprehensive, accessible, and beautifully illustrated, A History of Astrology, Divination & Prophecy will intrigue and inspire you in equal measure, and tell you everything you need to know about these rich and fascinating histories.
Max and Chaffy: The Great Cupcake Mystery (Max and Chaffy)
by Jamie SmartThe sun is shining and it's a perfect day for a surprise party! But wait...where has Crumbles' special strawberry cupcake gone?!From bestselling author Jamie Smart comes another vibrant, highly visual graphic novel about discovering new things, making friends, and returning what’s been lost to its rightful owner.This hilarious story is interspersed with engaging search and find pages, since Chaffy has a habit of getting lost, as well as items that aren’t where they should be! Join Max and Chaffy to hunt for the missing cupcake in this mystery on Animal Island.This graphic novel for kids features:Content written bestselling author of Bunny Vs Monkey, Jamie Smart, who’s exceeded 1 million lifetime sales.The perfect introduction to independent reading, with warm, loveable characters and an adventure centered around friendship and fun.Search and find pages included in addition to the story to keep kids engaged and interacting.Max and Chaffy are on a mission to find what has been lost. Join these hilarious explorers in another search and find mystery on Animal Island to look for the missing cupcake. Skip through sunny meadows, explore rock pools, and follow the clues to solve the mystery—but hurry! A surprise party isn't the same without cake!