Bodleian Library
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Cizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy
An exciting journey through history, this beautifully illustrated new edition tells the stories of fifty plants that have been key to the development of the western world.825 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Hobby, Knihy, Nonfiction
Succulents, especially cacti, are the current focus of serious ecological studies but also the darlings of designers and style influencers. Their endearing, characterful looks have given them the status of trendy ‘plant pets’. But succulentomania…561 Kč KoupitArt, Cizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy, Nonfiction
Twenty historical journeys, routes and adventures followed through the maps that made them.825 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy, Nonfiction, Science
In 1811, architect, stone mason and shell obsessive George Perry published a lavishly illustrated volume, his Conchology or the Natural History of Shells, featuring 348 beautifully illustrated mollusc shells with descriptions of species, many of…825 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, Economy, English literature, Knihy, Nonfiction
Establishing Parliament as the ultimate source of power in the land and enshrining basic civil rights, this document can justly claim to serve as the origin of Britain’s democracy. An introduction by Jonathan Sumption provides…264 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, History, Knihy, Nonfiction
Featuring some of the most ferocious and humorous book curses ever inscribed, this is a lively and engaging introduction to the history and development of bookish maledictions.495 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy
This book tells the fascinating stories behind 100 everyday words that have been influenced by writing, reading and publishing books.495 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy, Literature and Linguistics, Nonfiction
An examination of the influence of Oxford on the writing of C.S. Lewis, bringing to light new archival discoveries including letters and an unpublished poem.990 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, History, Knihy, Nonfiction
Outlines the story of the White Rose group and sets their resistance texts within their political and historical context. Includes a series of brief biographical sketches, including excerpts from their letters, that trace each member’s…495 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy, Literature and Linguistics, Nonfiction
Introduced by bestselling author Nick Hornby, this hilarious anthology of the ‘funniest bits’ from Dickens’ novels is illustrated throughout with humorous line drawings from early editions.561 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy
A spellbinding collection of twenty-four divinatory techniques from around the world exploring our need to appeal to powers beyond our realm for prediction and clarification.825 Kč KoupitArt, Cizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy, Nonfiction
A richly illustrated volume, which reproduces one of the finest collections of eighteenth-century ornithological art in its entirety.1 650 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, History, Knihy, Nonfiction
This book is a treasure-trove of cartographical delights spanning over a thousand years. Each map is accompanied by a narrative revealing the story behind how it came to be made and the significance of what…396 Kč KoupitBiography, Cizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy, Nonfiction
The relationships between much-loved writers and their cats are explored in this fun book.561 Kč KoupitCizojazyčná literatura, English literature, Knihy
A celebration of the art of handwriting, introducing famous writers, scientists and historical figures through documents written by their own hands.1 155 Kč Koupit
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