Century Me vs Brain. An Overthinker’s Guide to Life Morris Hayley

What is the most personal thing you've asked the Internet? Illustrator Hazel Mead turns to Google to uncover what we secretly ask search bars about our relationships, bodies and identities. With hundreds of demystifying and empowering illustrations, she offers a fun, shame-free and inclusive guide to life's big questions. This is the emotional curriculum you'll wish was taught in every classroom • What if there was a book that explored the big lessons of life? Sure, formal education will equip you with requisite knowledge on photosynthesis. But when it comes to spotting the green flags in a prospective partner, navigating yours or a loved one's grief, knowing how to prepare for a cervical screening, or to practicing self-defense, it can feel like total guesswork

What exactly is a living thing? And what is it made of? A Beginner's Guide to Life on Earth starts with the very basics of life and provides manageable bite sized chunks of information to explain away the mystery behind life on Earth • From bacteria to blue whales, slime moulds to sequoias and everything in-between, discover what exactly makes a living thing • Packed full of fantastic artwork and brilliant photos along with amazing facts, A Beginner's Guide to Life on Earth is the perfect guide to life on Earth

A ground-breaking new framework for embracing middle age and beyond - from acclaimed psychologist and No 1 bestselling author of Flourishing • Middle-age is cross-roadsy - having arrived, you're looking back in wonder about how you got here, and also looking ahead, thinking: where to next? The realisation that neither time nor choices are limitless is both daunting and exciting - this is the moment to take stock and figure out how to make the best of every precious moment of your second act • Your One Wild and Precious Life is an eye-opening account of this vital and surprisingly liberating life-stage. Crucially, it sets out how you can transform your thinking to reclaim control over your life, connect with who you truly are and face the future with joy and a sense of purpose

My Cool Bike celebrates a love affair with bikes and bike culture. The bicycle is the most popular form of transport on the planet. Cycling is simply ideal for many things and we are now at the dawn of a new golden age of this versatile machine • This book will appeal to all who have taken up cycling for sport, fun, health and wealth. As the individual stories in the book show, a bike is a way of seeking solitude – a leisurely trip taken at one's own pace, only relying on pedal power • For some the bike is much more than an accessory for the daily commute: there are the plucky few who have have embarked on life-changing momentous global journeys; while for others bike ownership offers the chance to be part of a loyal, passionate and strong-minded community of fellow enthusiasts embarking on club excursions

As summer blooms in Edinburgh's gardens and Bertie Pollock's birthday appears on the horizon, all at 44 Scotland Street is not cake and sunshine. Newlywed Angus Lordie has been booked by his bride into what he must not call the loony bin; Bruce's first encounter with hot wax brings more anguish than he bargained for; and Bertie's birthday dreams of scout camp and a penknife look set to be replaced by a game of Royal Weddings and a gender-neutral doll. But fate, an amorous Bedouin and the Dubai Tourist Authority conspire to transport Bertie's mother Irene to a warmer - if not a better - place, and once again in Scotland Street the triumph of human kindness over adversity gives cause for celebration

Bees continue to fascinate and charm us all – from novice gardeners and nature-lovers to dedicated environmentalists – and today, bees need our help more than ever. Discover the story of these incredible creatures, with The Little Book of Bees • Bees first appeared on Earth an incredible 130 million years ago. Since the time of the dinosaurs, evolution has taken our beloved bees on an incredible journey – and today, there are 20,000 species on the planet • The Little Book of Bees is a lovely, informative book of all things bee – from evolution and communication, to honey, beekeeping, and saving the bees – all in a beautifully illustrated gift book

Discover the world's greatest myths and legends - from Greek mythology to Norse mythology - in this comprehensive guide • What did Japanese mythology say about the beginning of the Universe? How did Oedipus become the classic tragic hero in Greek mythology? Who brought about the origin of death in Maori mythology? Combining vivid retellings of famous legends with over 1,000 illustrations of characters, famous artworks, and artefacts, Myths and Legends makes it easier than ever before to understand the stories that are central to every culture • Delve into the well-known tales of the ancient Greeks, which hold the key to such phrases as "Achilles' heel", as well as the lesser-known but richly colourful myths of Africa and the Americas. Explore global ideas such as fate and fortune, and the Underworld, and find out about the key characters - heroes, tricksters, and gods - that make up each myth system

Follow the story of evolution! The illustrated children's book is a beautiful introduction to the evolution of species over millions of years • What's made animals survive and naturally go extinct? Why are fish scaled? Why do birds have wings? Find out about the changing animal anatomy discoveries made by Swedish zoologist, Charles Linneas • Animals and evolution are fascinating subjects to teach little minds. Discover the ways that animals have adapted to survive and the amazing reasons behind these adaptations. The illustrated guide includes • - Perfect for kids ages 7+, with facts suitable for key stage 2 learning • - Stunning illustrations available on every page • - Many different animal features (such as eyes, scales, claws, hair and many more), as well as feature, spreads on topics like fast evolution • - Highly accessible text of a key schooling subject • Children ages 7 years and older will be delighted by the scientific facts in the wildlife book

Want to know what your cat is really thinking and doing? • In Kitty Language, animal illustrator Lili Chin explains everything you need to read your cat's body language. With sections dedicated to their ears, whiskers, tail and more, you'll gain deeper knowledge into many feline behaviours, including sniffing, scratching, play-hunting, chattering and tail flipping. And you'll learn the answers to questions such as: does my cat want to be petted, or do they need space? Are they feeling confident, frightened, relaxed or frustrated? What do they need to feel safe, secure, stimulated and happy? • Backed by scientific research, endorsed by animal behaviourists and vets, and packed with playful illustrations, Kitty Language is bursting with information for cat lovers

Иллюстрированный путеводитель по лучшим пабам Лондона и их необычной истории, представленный основателем всемирно известных Liquid History Tours • Пододвиньте табурет, чтобы утолить жажду и окунуться в историю Лондона в поисках лучших пабов города. Мы поднимаем тост в местном шекспировском баре, заходим выпить пинту в бар Джека Потрошителя и распахиваем запятнанные кровью двери "Ведра крови" • В этой книге, посвященной более чем 50 вечным выпивохам, рассказывается об истории Лондона и тавернах, которые принимали, приютили и освежили его главных героев • Исследуя питейные заведения лондонских писателей и художников, его самых отъявленных преступников и знаменитых личностей, мы переходим от архитектурных чудес к скрытным уличным выпивохам, чтобы свести концы с концами, чтобы окончательно поднять настроение в Лондоне

Присоединяйтесь к Джейн Филд-Льюис и Крису Хэддону, которые отправляются в путешествие протяженностью 3500 миль, чтобы найти кемперов и гордых владельцев, делясь своими воспоминаниями о семейном отдыхе под разноцветными крышами, солнечными днями и простыми удовольствиями. Окунитесь в мир путешествий по дорогам, пока Джейн и Крис знакомят нас с чередой отличительных кемперов, запоминающимися местами и классическими моделями, иногда прекрасно отреставрированными, а иногда любимыми и хорошо используемыми • My Cool Campervan открывает мир, выходящий за рамки стереотипов: винтажные фургоны другой эпохи, забытые раритеты и прекрасно отреставрированные модели массового производства • Книга на английском языке • My Cool Campervan celebrates a new wave of interest in modern-retro campervans

My Cool Motorcycle прославляет любовь к мотоциклам и сильную культуру в сплоченном сообществе. Узнайте,как продолжались истоки эры мотоциклетной субкультуры,через моду и сопутствующие культуры,которые породила эта универсальная машина. Оглядываясь на столетнюю историю мотоцикла,My Cool Motorcycle представляет культовые марки и востребованную классику и множество увлеченных владельцев • Главы включают в себя • Это хранитель: Исследуя незаменимую и сентиментальную связь,которая определяет мотоцикл как "хранителя",будь то дорогой мотоцикл,передаваемый из поколения в поколение,или гаражная находка,вы наверняка заинтересуетесь местными гаражами • Более широкая картина: Выход за рамки историй о традиционном владении мотоциклом и изучение мотивации людей,которые продвигаются в мотоциклетном спорте на один шаг вперед