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'A thought-provoking and worthwhile read' THE TIMES 'A timely, challenging book' GUARDIAN '[A] rich, intriguing book' NATURE WE ARE MUCH MORE CONNECTED TO NATURE AND EACH OTHER THAN WE REALISE . . . - Most of our 37 trillion cells have such a short lifespan that we are essentially made anew every few weeks - The molecules forming our bodies have been component parts of countless other organisms, from ancient plants to dinosaurs - The bacteria, fungi and viruses that make up our bodies influence our moods and even manipulate our behaviour - Every word and every touch we receive from other people transforms the neural networks in our brain and changes our sense of self THE SELF DELUSION is an explosive, powerful and inspiring book that brings together overwhelming evidence against the illusion we have of ourselves as independent beings - and explains how understanding our many connections may be the key to a better future.
Your 7-step whole-brain plan for improving your business, life, and career--from the man Deepak Chopra hails as “an extraordinary leader” Nothing is Impossible gives you the tools and knowledge to redefine problems and improve business and career performance by drawing on best practices from the creative arts and a wealth of other disciplines. It draws on many dramatic stories, including that of Richard Branson, other top self-made entrepreneurs and CEOs, and world-famous artists and athletes. "Very few business leaders walk the talk as much as Tom does when it comes to ethics in business." -- Professor Michael Luger, Dean, Manchester Business School "Tom is a gateway to millions of next...
Tom Sherrington and Oliver Caviglioli present 50 essential teaching techniques, each with five clear and concise illustrations and explanations.
"The first major reference work to investigate the history and vast scope of beer, The Oxford Companion to Beer features more than 1,100 A-Z entries written by 166 of the world's most prominent beer experts"-- Provided by publisher.
Aurora had the perfect life until she found out it was a lie. In the tiny utopian city of Cooinda, Aurora asks a question that should be easy to answer, but she never receives one. Her mother keeps changing the subject, her co-workers don't seem to care, and even the Divine can't help her. Once Aurora starts looking, there are clues to be found everywhere, but they always lead back to the large cedar that towers over a third of the city. Oliver and his mate Tom are on an outback adventure until they have car trouble in Quilpie, a small Queensland town. Stranded and seeking shelter, they make a discovery that answers all of Aurora's questions and more-except now they've attracted the attention of someone dangerous who will stop at nothing to keep the truth from getting out. 'The Intruders' is the debut novel of Mark Street, a quirky, Australian sci-fi mystery. Get your copy now to find out what secrets lie beneath.
The charming and enthralling story of an idiosyncratic English-language newspaper in Rome and the lives of its staffers as the paper fights for survival in the internet age. 'A precise, playful fiction with a deep but lightly worn intelligence' - Times Literary Supplement The newspaper was founded in Rome in the 1950s, a product of passion and a multi-millionaire's fancy. Over fifty years, its eccentricities earned a place in readers' hearts around the globe. But now, circulation is down, the paper lacks a website, and the future looks bleak. Still, those involved in the publication seem to barely notice. The obituary writer is too busy avoiding work. The editor-in-chief is pondering sleepin...
Oliver was a small parrot called a cockatiel and an almost-constant companion to Sam for twelve years, making his death seem unbearable. She was distraught and asking God for a sign that Oliver was with him. It took only two days, but when the answer came, it was more miraculous and peaceful than anything she could even have thought to ask for. Sams fields of employment have never included creative writing, but she knew without a doubt that she must share this miracle with others who have lost a beloved pet. This is that story.
'You won't need to read another self-help book again...The self-help book to end all self-help books' Guardian What is the secret behind happiness? In an attempt to find out, Oliver Burkeman tackles a range of subjects from stress, procrastination, laughter, time management and creativity. It's a subject that has occupied some of the greatest philosophers of all time, from Aristotle to Paul McKenna. But how do we sort the good ideas from the terrible ones? Over the past five years, Oliver Burkeman has delved deep into the 'happiness industry.' Witty and thought-provoking, Help! doesn't claim to have solved the problem of human happiness, but it might just bring us one step closer. The perfect book to help you establish a happier life.
This is the first integrated survey of conflict resolution since the Cold War, offering an ideal introduction to the subject and an authoritative assessment of its current stage of development.