Автор: Sapkowski Andrzej Название: Tower of the Swallow ISBN: 1473231116 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781473231115 Издательство: Orion Рейтинг: Цена: от 641.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть
Описание: The world is at war and the prophesied saviour is missing in the fourth novel in the New York Times bestselling Witcher series that inspired the #1 most watched Netflix series of 2019
Автор: Swallow, James Название: Tom Clancy`s Splinter Cell: Firewall ISBN: 1839081147 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781839081149 Издательство: Simon&Schuster UK Рейтинг: Цена: 1483.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Legendary agent Sam Fischer teams up with a new NSA recruit - his own daughter - to save the world in this gripping new thriller from the renowned Splinter Cell videogame universe
Автор: Donaldson Julia Название: Follow the Swallow ISBN: 1405282002 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781405282000 Издательство: HarperCollins UK Рейтинг: Цена: 659.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: When Apollo the swallow flies to Africa, Chack the blackbird wants to send him a message. But Africa is far away. Can a jumpy dolphin, a grumpy camel, a greedy crocodile and a playful monkey help to deliver the message?
Автор: Dalton, Trent Название: Boy swallows universe ISBN: 0008319286 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780008319281 Издательство: HarperCollins UK Рейтинг: Цена: 1319.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: `Electric` The Times `Thrilling` New York Times `Extraordinary` Joanna Cannon THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER
Автор: Moss Stephen Название: Swallow ISBN: 1529110262 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781529110265 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 1715.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: From the bestselling author of The Robin, The Wren and The Twelve Birds of Christmas.
Автор: Unwin Mike Название: Rspb Spotlight Swifts and Swallows ISBN: 1472950119 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781472950116 Издательство: Bloomsbury Academic Рейтинг: Цена: 2058.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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The RSPB Spotlight series introduces a selection of iconic UK wildlife to the general reader. This latest title focuses upon the swallow and the swift, two well known birds that, although unrelated, are often combined--and, indeed, confused--in the popular imagination.
Traditional heralds of the European summer, swallows and swifts have many things in common. Both feed on aerial insects and are thus similarly adapted for an aerial lifestyle, with long wings, aerodynamic bodies, and fast agile flight. Both have a penchant for breeding on or around buildings, bringing them into close contact with people. And both are long-distance migrants, departing our insect-free shores in autumn to spend winter in sub-Saharan Africa then returning the follow spring. These seemingly miraculous journeys, combined with a predilection for returning to the same building to breed year after year, has seen both birds embedded deep in our cultural heritage.
Appearances, however, can be deceptive. Swallows and swifts are not related. Swallows (which also include martins) belong to the order Passeriformes, or "perching birds," alongside the likes of sparrows and robins. Swifts belong to the order Apodiformes, alongside hummingbirds. The striking similarities come down to "convergent evolution," a process by which animals from separate evolutionary roots evolve to resemble one another--in this case, by adapting to the shared demands of a life spent catching small flying insects. The similarities are so striking that it is perhaps unsurprising how often swifts and swallows are confused.
This highly readable study looks closely at both birds, examining both their differences and similarities. Separate chapters cover all aspects of their biology and lifestyle, from their mind-boggling migrations to the mud construction of their nests. Fascinating secrets are revealed, such as how swifts may pass an entire year in flight without once landing. Finally, it examines the relationship that we have enjoyed with these birds since time immemorial, spanning both culture and conservation, and offers expert tips on where and how you can watch them for yourself.
Автор: Ransome Arthur Название: Swallows and Amazons ISBN: 0099572796 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780099572794 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 1187.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: `Swallows and Amazons for ever!`Rediscover this classic tale of adventure. The Walker children - also known as Captain John, Mate Susan, Able-Seaman Titty, and Ship`s Boy Roger - set sail on the Swallow and head for Wild Cat Island.
Автор: Richardson, Matthew Название: The Insider ISBN: 0718183436 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780718183431 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 1451.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The thrilling novel of espionage and murder set in the dark heart of Westminster, from the UK's most exciting new spy writerA Russian defector is found brutally murdered in a London hotel. Only four people knew he had turned - the four most important and powerful figures in Whitehall. There's only one conclusion: A mole has infiltrated the highest levels of the nation's security. Operating in secret from within Westminster's darkest corners, former spy, Solomon Vine, must uncover the traitor. Because Britain's future hangs in the balance. And with it, the fate of the whole world . . .Praise for Matthew Richardson'Proof that the spy genre is flourishing in the 21st century . . . [Richardson's] plotting has an old-school, Swiss-clock precision'The Guardian'Compelling, intense and sharply authentic' James Swallow, bestselling author of Nomad'A splendid tale of espionage starring an old-fashioned MI6 hero . . . Exciting spy literature'The Times'A bang-up-to-date thriller told with old-school panache. A great read' Mick Herron, CWA Gold Dagger-winning author of the Slough House Series
Автор: Edith Hall, Peter Swallow Название: Aristophanic Humour: Theory and Practice ISBN: 1350101524 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781350101524 Издательство: Bloomsbury Academic Рейтинг: Цена: 17424.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This volume sets out to discuss a crucial question for ancient comedy – what makes Aristophanes funny? Too often Aristophanes’ humour is taken for granted as merely a tool for the delivery of political and social commentary. But Greek Old Comedy was above all else designed to amuse people, to win the dramatic competition by making the audience laugh the hardest. Any discussion of Aristophanes therefore needs to take into account the ways in which his humour actually works.This question is addressed in two ways. The first half of the volume offers an in-depth discussion of humour theory – a field heretofore largely overlooked by classicists and Aristophanists – examining various theoretical models within the specific context of Aristophanes’ eleven extant plays. In the second half, contributors explore Aristophanic humour more practically, examining how specific linguistic techniques and performative choices affect the reception of humour, and exploring the range of subjects Aristophanes tackles as vectors for his comedy. A focus on performance shapes the narrative, since humour lives or dies on the stage – it is never wholly comprehensible on the page alone.
Автор: Swallow, James Название: Doctor who ISBN: 1846073499 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781846073496 Издательство: Random House - Penguin Рейтинг: Цена: 923.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The peace and quiet of a remote homestead in the 1880s American West is shattered by the arrival of two shadowy outriders searching for `the healer`. When the farmer refuses to help them, they raze the house to the ground using guns that shoot bolts of energy instead of bullets.
Автор: Barr, Catherine Название: The Sea Swallow and the Humpback Whale ISBN: 1526360829 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781526360823 Издательство: Little Brown Рейтинг: Цена: 1061.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Discover the epic journeys of the sea swallow and the humpback whale as they share the challenge of one of the longest and most dangerous migrations in the animal kingdom.
Автор: Ling Zhang Название: A Single Swallow ISBN: 1542041503 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781542041508 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 1258.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Using Contemporary Art and Ancient Yoga Wisdom For Divining Your Path. The Dakini Deck Book uses 30 of Susan Q Browns exquisite oil paintings as messengers for self-inquiry. Each painting can be used as a visual prompt to activate the imagination and intuition. Included in the book are 15 powerful and easy meditations to calm the mind and relax the body. Susan has a deep and intuitive connection with the wisdom of yogic teachings. Her paintings, the descriptions and meditations make universal insights found in yoga, tarot, and dakini wisdom accessible to everyone. The sheer beauty of the artwork is in itself a kind of meditation for deepening
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