the light ages
Falk S. The Light Ages
The Middle Ages were a time of wonder. They gave us the first universities, the first eyeglasses and the first mechanical clocks as medieval thinkers sought to understand the world around them, from the passing of the seasons to the stars in the sky. In this book, we walk the path of medieval science with a real-life guide, a fourteenth-century monk named John of Westwyk - inventor, astrologer, crusader - who was educated in England’s grandest monastery and exiled to a clifftop priory. Following the traces of his life, we learn to see the natural world through Brother John’s eyes: navigating by the stars, multiplying Roman numerals, curing disease and telling the time with an astrolabe. We travel the length and breadth of England, from Saint Albans to Tynemouth, and venture far beyond the shores of Britain. On our way, we encounter a remarkable cast of characters: the clock-building English abbot with leprosy, the French craftsman-turned-spy and the Persian polymath who founded the world’s most advanced observatory. An enthralling story of the struggles and successes of an ordinary man and an extraordinary time, The Light Ages conjures up a vivid picture of the medieval world as we have never seen it before.
907 Руб.
Falk S. The Light Ages
The Middle Ages were a time of wonder. They gave us the first universities, the first eyeglasses and the first mechanical clocks as medieval thinkers sought to understand the world around them, from the passing of the seasons to the stars in the sky. In this book, we walk the path of medieval science with a real-life guide, a fourteenth-century monk named John of Westwyk - inventor, astrologer, crusader - who was educated in England’s grandest monastery and exiled to a clifftop priory. Following the traces of his life, we learn to see the natural world through Brother John’s eyes: navigating by the stars, multiplying Roman numerals, curing disease and telling the time with an astrolabe. We travel the length and breadth of England, from Saint Albans to Tynemouth, and venture far beyond the shores of Britain. On our way, we encounter a remarkable cast of characters: the clock-building English abbot with leprosy, the French craftsman-turned-spy and the Persian polymath who founded the world’s most advanced observatory. An enthralling story of the struggles and successes of an ordinary man and an extraordinary time, The Light Ages conjures up a vivid picture of the medieval world as we have never seen it before.
907 Руб.
Infinity Ring. Book 5. Cave of Wonders
Europe is in the grip of the Dark Ages, but there is a light in the dark: Baghdad. The great city has become a center of learning, populated by scholars, merchants, and explorers from all across the known world. But danger lurks in the desert... and Dak, Sera, and Riq must act fast to save the worlds greatest library from utter destruction.
609 Руб.
Pryor Francis Britain in the Middle Ages. An Archaeological History
As in ‘Britain B.C.’ and ‘Britain A.D.’ (also accompanied by Channel 4 series), eminent archaeologist Francis Pryor challenges familiar historical views of the Middle Ages by examining fresh evidence from the ground. The term 'Middle Ages' suggests a time between two other ages: a period when nothing much happened. In his radical reassessment, Francis Pryor shows that this is very far from the truth, and that the Middle Ages (approximately 800-1550) were actually the time when the modern world was born. This was when Britain moved from Late Antiquity into a world we can recognize as more or less familiar: roads and parishes became fixed; familiar institutions, such as the church and local government, came into being; industry became truly industrial; and international trade was now a routine process. Archaeology shows that the Middle Ages were far from static. Based on everyday, often humdrum evidence, it demonstrates that the later agricultural and industrial revolutions were not that unexpected, given what we now know of the later medieval period. Similarly, the explosion of British maritime power in the late 1700s had roots in the 15th century. The book stresses continuous development at the expense of ‘revolution', though the Black Death (1348), which killed a third of the population, did have a profound effect in loosening the grip of the feudal system. Labour became scarce and workers gained power; land became more available and the move to modern farming began. The Middle Ages can now be seen in a fresh light as an era of great inventiveness, as the author examines such topics as 'upward mobility'; the power of the Church; the role of the Guilds as precursors of trade unions; the transport infrastructure of roads, bridges and shipbuilders; and the increase in iron production.
2505 Руб.
Morpurgo Michael The Puffin Keeper
It was Benjamin Postlethwaite's job all his long life to make sure the light shone brightly high up in the lighthouse on Puffin Island. Not once in all his years as the lighthouse keeper had he ever let his light go out. But sometimes even the brightest light on a lighthouse cannot save a ship. This is a story of a life-changing friendship, a lost puffin, and a lonely artist. It's the story of an entire lifetime, and how one event can change a life forever. From masterful storyteller, Michael Morpurgo, and world-class illustrator, Benji Davies, comes a magical new story. This truly beautiful tale will enchant readers of all ages.
2054 Руб.
Hartnell Jack Medieval Bodies. Life, Death and Art in the Middle Ages
A glittering and gruesome history of the body in the Middle Ages, loved by critics and readers alike. Just like us, medieval men and women worried about growing old, got blisters and indigestion, fell in love and had children. And yet their lives were full of miraculous and richly metaphorical experiences radically different to our own, unfolding in a world where deadly wounds might be healed overnight by divine intervention, or the heart of a king, plucked from his corpse, could be held aloft as a powerful symbol of political rule. In this richly-illustrated and unusual history, Jack Hartnell uncovers the fascinating ways in which people thought about, explored and experienced their physical selves in the Middle Ages, from Constantinople to Cairo and Canterbury. Unfolding like a medieval pageant, and filled with saints, soldiers, caliphs, queens, monks and monstrous beasts, it throws light on the medieval body from head to toe - revealing the surprisingly sophisticated medical knowledge of the time in the process. Bringing together medicine, art, music, politics, philosophy and social history, there is no better guide to what life was really like for the men and women who lived and died in the Middle Ages.
2512 Руб.
Виниловые пластинки, BMG, SPARKS - A Steady Drip, Drip, Drip (2LP)
Каталожный номер 538600810, Формат 2LP, Лейбл BMGA1 All ThatA2 I'm ToastA3 LawnmowerA4 Sainthood Is Not In Your FutureB1 Pacific Standard TimeB2 Stravinsky's Only HitB3 Left Out In The ColdC1 Self-EffacingC2 One For The AgesC3 Onomato PiaD1 IphoneD2 The Existential ThreatD3 Nothing Travels Faster Than The Speed Of LightD4 Please Don't Fuck Up The World
5500 Руб.
Bochis Iulia The Sun, the Sea and the Stars. Ancient wisdom as a healing journey
In this modern tale for the ages, hit illustrator iuliastration takes us a on a healing journey. Following the story of a traveller as they move from darkness to light through the rhythm of the seasons, this is a deeply relatable quest for inner peace told through calming and original illustrations. Using ancient wisdom and philosophical quotes from around the world - from Rumi to Emily Dickinson - to anchor her striking visual storytelling, Iulia Bochis weaves a timeless story of personal growth and self-love.
3853 Руб.
Verne Jules A Fantasy of Dr Ox
In the somnolent Flemish town of Quiquendone disagreements are unheard of, courtships might last a decade and not a ripple of activity can be seen at all. But when the mysterious Dr Ox is tasked with providing lighting for the town, strange things begin to happen: animals become aggressive, fruits grow huge in size, plants climb more vigorously and tempers flare up, leading the once phlegmatic townsfolk to bitter confrontations and pushing them to the brink of all-out violence. Verne, the acclaimed author of immortal tales of adventure and early science fiction, can be seen here in a different light, regaling readers of all ages with a light-hearted satire that, in its warnings about the dangers of scientific experimentation, has a clear and troubling resonance with our times.
1597 Руб.
Очки для плавания детские Comet flavor
Comfortable Kids COMET Flavor Swimming Goggles have been designed for children ages 2 to 6. Made of hypoallergenic materials. The goggles have a light strawberry scent and will make swimming comfortable and entertaining for your baby. FEATURES: Specially designed for kids - the goggles are ideal for children ages 2 to 6; Transparent lenses - clear and excellent vision; High quality, extra soft seal - prevents eye fatigue; Mono frame construction - provides soft and comfortable fit; Goggles with scents - goggles with exciting scents of strawberry; UV protection - protection from ultraviolet radiation; Anti-Fog coating - ensures clear, excellent vision swim after swim.
2189 Руб.
Wilkinson Philip A Child Through Time. A Book of Children's History
See what life was like for children from the earliest civilisations to the modern era An original look at history that profiles 30 children from different eras so that children of today can discover the lives of Aztecs, Romans, Vikings, and much more through the eyes of someone their own age. History books often focus on adults, but what was the past like for children? A Child Through Time is historically accurate and thoroughly researched, and brings the children of history to life -from the Ice Age to ancient empires and medieval castles to the Wild West. Packed with facts and inc luding specially commissioned illustrations of the children and the places they lived, this book examines the clothes children wore, the food they ate, the games they played, and the historic moments they witnessed - all through their own eyes. Maps, timelines, and collections of objects, as well as a perspective on the often ignored topic of family life through the ages, give wider historical background and present a unique side to history. Covering key curriculum topics in a new light, A Child Through Time is a perfect and visually stunning learning tool for children ages 7 and up.
2577 Руб.
Роулинг Джоан Harry Potter: The Complete Series (комплект из 7 книг)
Now for the first time ever, J.K. Rowling's seven bestselling Harry Potter books are available in a stunning paperback boxed set! The Harry Potter series has been hailed as "one for the ages" by Stephen King and "spellbinding saga" by USA Today. And most recently, The New York Times called Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows the "fastest selling book in history." This is the ultimate Harry Potter collection for Harry Potter fans of all ages!
10260 Руб.
Роулинг Джоан Harry Potter: The Complete Series (комплект из 7 книг)
Now for the first time ever, J.K. Rowling's seven bestselling Harry Potter books are available in a stunning paperback boxed set! The Harry Potter series has been hailed as "one for the ages" by Stephen King and "spellbinding saga" by USA Today. And most recently, The New York Times called Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows the "fastest selling book in history." This is the ultimate Harry Potter collection for Harry Potter fans of all ages!
10260 Руб.
Jotischky Andrew, Hull Caroline The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Medieval World
This new historical atlas - richly illustrated with photographs, artwork recreations and full-colour maps - explores the Middle Ages from the coming of the barbarian invasions in the fourth century to the first voyages to the New World in the sixteenth. Coverage of major events - the Hundred Years' War, the Christian Reconquest of Spain - is supplemented by discussion of such key topics as the medieval economy, the growth of towns and the spread of printing, resulting in a rich and multi-faceted introduction to Europe and its neighbours in the Middle Ages.
6237 Руб.
My Little Pony: A New Generation Movie Sparkle Reveal Lantern Sunny Starscout - Light Up Toy with 25 Pieces, Surprise Reveals for Kids
15 SURPRISES: Twist the lantern key to reveal crystal-shaped containers and the surprise accessories hidden inside! Includes 8 crystal-shaped containers and 15 surprise accessories 6 LIGHT-UP COLORS: Place the crystal-shaped pieces over the light inside the 12-inch-tall lantern to change the color of its glow. Lantern lights up when you turn the key, and comes in a variety of colors! SPARKLING ACCESSORIES: Customize Sunny Starscout with sparkly Unicorn horn, Pegasus wings, and stickers. Turn her from an Earth Pony to a sparkling Alicorn SUNNY STARSCOUT'S MAGICAL LANTERN: Includes 3-inch poseable Sunny Starscout orange pony figure with plastic pink hair. Figure and lantern are inspired by the My Little Pony: A New Generation movie. Colors may vary ACCESSORIES FOR KIDS: Combine the crystal-shaped containers, charm, and necklace chain to create a necklace for kids to wear. Toy makes a great gift for girls and boys ages 5 and up
0 Руб.
Dodd E. Do You Know About Science?
Over 200 intriguing science questions - answered. This is the ideal science encyclopedia to help budding Einsteins ages 6 and up with their school and homework projects - as well as for parents who need to answer those tricky science questions. Do You Know About Science brings subjects such as the living world, human body, the material world, energy, forces and movement, and our planet to life, with colourful pages and a fun question and answer format. Where does light come from Can I feel forces What is my body made of Why is lemon juice sour Do You Know About Science focuses on the subjects that kids really want to know about and the questions they ask, helping them easily learn new information. From everyday questions such as what makes the light turn on, to the bigger questions like what is in space, Do You Know About Science will satisfy even the most curious minds with an amazing collection of facts.
998 Руб.