History of dangerous assumptions

History of Dangerous Assumptions

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Dangerous Place

A Dangerous Place is the first full-length account of the crimes of John Duffy and David Mulcahy. Told by the son of one of the police officers who le

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Dangerous Game

'I was 11 years old. I witnessed the mindless cruelty of human beings. The only peace was when I was surrounded by the dead.'

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Underlying Assumptions in Psychoanalytic Schools Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book offers a comparative study of the major schools of psychoanalysis by exploring their historical development, their differences and similarities, and the underlying assumptions made by each. With contributions from leading authors in the field, and covering both historical and international schools, the book provides an enlightening account that will prove essent...

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Underlying Assumptions in Psychoanalytic Schools Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book offers a comparative study of the major schools of psychoanalysis by exploring their historical development, their differences and similarities, and the underlying assumptions made by each. With contributions from leading authors in the field, and covering both historical and international schools, the book provides an enlightening account that will prove essent...

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Dangerous Medicine

The untold history of AmericaÂ’s mid-twentieth-century program of hepatitis infection research, its scientistsÂ’ aspirations, and the damage the proje

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Dangerous Faith

World-changers. Rebels. Rejecters of the status quo. Throughout history, Christians were never meant to have a safe faith. Highlighting people through

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Dangerous Bodies

This book is interdisciplinary and international, with contributors situated within a broad range of disciplines including Art History and Critical Pr

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Clash of Thrones

Medieval Europe is a dark and dangerous place. It is a place where love clashes with ambition and violence rules – enemies are blinded, rivals are mu

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Tales of Lancasters and Other Aircraft

Collated tales from comrades combined with the author's own to preserve some of the unexpected, inconvenient, dangerous, and often downright bizarre e

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Tales of Lancasters and Other Aircraft

Collated tales from comrades combined with the author's own to preserve some of the unexpected, inconvenient, dangerous, and often downright bizarre e

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Lost History of Liberalism

The changing face of the liberal creed from the ancient world to todayThe Lost History of Liberalism challenges our most basic assumptions about a pol

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Most Dangerous Enemy

Stephen BungayÂ’ s magisterial history is acclaimed as the account of the Battle of Britain.

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History of White People

A New York Times Bestseller This terrific new book…[explores] the ‘notion of whiteness,’ an idea as dangerous as it is seductive." —Boston Globe

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Female Secret Agents

The remarkable stories of some of the bravest and most dangerous women who ever lived

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Dangerous Days in Ancient Egypt

From the author of Horrible Histories comes the fourth volume in Terry Deary's gritty and humorous history series for adults.

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Dangerous Days in Elizabethan England

From the author of HORRIBLE HISTORIES comes the third volume in Terry Deary's gritty and humorous history series for adults.

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Brief History of Seven Killings

A "thrilling, ambitious . . . intense" ( Los Angeles Times ) novel that explores the attempted assassination of Bob Marley in the late 1970s. §§In A Brief History of Seven Killings , Marlon James combines masterful storytelling with his unrivaled skill at characterization and his meticulous eye for detail to forge a novel of dazzling ambition and scope.§§On December 3, 19...

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Dangerous Days on the Victorian Railways

The terrible truth behind the history of our railways by Terry Deary, creater of Horrible Histories. Strictly for grown-ups!

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Theatre and History

This provocative book meets the supposedly 'live' practices of performance and the 'no-longer-live' historical past at their own dangerous crossroads.

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Of Fear and Strangers: A History of Xenophobia - George Makari

An illuminating work revealing the long history of xenophobia and what it means for today's divided world <p>Over the last few years, it has been impossible to ignore the steady resurgence of xenophobia. The European migrant crisis and immigration from Central America to the United States have placed Western advocates of globalisation on the defensive, and a 'New Xe...

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The Secret History - Donna Tartt

<p>With cloth binding and bespoke marbled endpapers, this gorgeous 30th-anniversary hardback edition of The Secret History is the perfect gift for fans! 'Everything, somehow, fit together; some sly and benevolent Providence was revealing itself by degrees and I felt myself trembling on the brink of a fabulous discovery, as though any morning it was all going to come...

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The History of Middle-Earth 06: Return of the Shadow - Tolkien J. R. R.

Anotace: The Return of the Shadow is the first part of the history of the creation of The Lord of the Rings, a fascinating study of Tolkien`s great masterpiece, from its inception to the end of the first volume, The Fellowship of the Ring. In The Return of the Shadow (the abandoned title of the first volume of The Lord of the Rings) we see how Bilbo`s `magic` ring evolve...

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History Is All You Left Me - Adam Silvera

From the author of the INTERNATIONAL NO. 1 BESTSELLER THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END comes an explosive examination of grief, mental illness, and the devastating consequences of refusing to let go of the past. Please note that covers may vary.You’re still alive in alternate universes, Theo, but I live in the real world where this morning you’re having an open casket funeral. I ...

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History Is All You Left Me - Silvera Adam

Anotace: From the author of the UK NO. 1 BESTSELLER THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END comes an explosive examination of grief, mental illness, and the devastating consequences of refusing to let go of the past.You`re still alive in alternate universes, Theo, but I live in the real world where this morning you`re having an open casket funeral. I know you`re out there, listening. A...

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Wool: The thrilling dystopian series, and the #1 drama in history of Apple TV (Silo) - Howey Hugh

Anotace: NOW THE NO.1 DRAMA IN THE HISTORY OF AppleTV+, SILO.An epic story of survival at all odds and one of the most anticipated books of the year, soon to also be a major Apple TV series.`Thrilling, thought-provoking and memorable ... one of dystopian fiction`s masterpieces alongside the likes of 1984 and Brave New World.` DAILY EXPRESS_____________In a ruined and ho...

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Wool: The thrilling dystopian series, and the #1 drama in history of Apple TV (Silo) - Hugh Howey

<p>NOW THE NO.1 DRAMA IN THE HISTORY OF AppleTV+, SILO.An epic story of survival at all odds and one of the most anticipated books of the year, soon to also be a major Apple TV series.'Thrilling, thought-provoking and memorable ... one of dystopian fiction's masterpieces alongside the likes of 1984 and Brave New World.' DAILY EXPRESS_____________In a ruined and hos...

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The War in the West: A New History : Th - James Holland

<p>In the second volume of his acclaimed new history of the Second World War, James Holland examines the momentous turning points of 1941-1943: Hitler's invasion of Russia; America's entry into the conflict; the devastating Thousand Bomber Raids over Germany; the long struggle in the deserts of North Africa; and the defeat of the U-boats in the crucial Battle of the...

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Bourgeois Virtues

For a century and a half, the artists and intellectuals of Europe have scorned the bourgeoisie. And for a millennium and a half, the philosophers and theologians of Europe have scorned the marketplace. The bourgeois life, capitalism, Mencken's "booboisie" and David Brooks's "bobos" - all have been, and still are, framed as being responsible for everything from financial t...

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Atlas of Cursed Places

Oliver Le Carrer brings us a fascinating history and armchair journey to the world's most dangerous and frightful places, complete with vintage maps a

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Audacious Crimes of Colonel Blood

The gripping story of Colonel Thomas Blood: dangerous double agent and Irish rogue at the court of Charles II. 'A must-read for lovers of history, b

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Soulslinger: Envoy of Death

Become an Envoy of Death, able to unleash the incredible powers that will make you the most dangerous soul in Limbo. Upgrade your character’s abilities to become the ultimate Soulslinger and take on thrilling challenges in a bloody war against the criminal cartel of the afterlife! Step into the rich and immersive world of Haven, filled with mysterious NPCs who hol...

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James IV: Queen of the Fight

A thrilling historical drama set in an uncharted period of Scottish history, with two Moorish women arriving in the dangerous world of the court of Ja

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Soulslinger: Envoy of Death (PC)

Become an Envoy of Death, able to unleash the incredible powers that will make you the most dangerous soul in Limbo. Upgrade your character&rsquo;s abilities to become the ultimate Soulslinger and take on thrilling challenges in a bloody war against the criminal cartel of the afterlife!Step into the rich and immersive world of Haven, filled with mysterious NPCs who ho...

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Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming European mystery adventure. Crowns and Pawns, a modern-day point and click adventure, inspired by classics such as Broken Sword, Monkey Island, Still Life, Syberia and others. The game highlights the less explored history of Europe to the world of adventurers. Experience the legendary stories of the Grand Duchy of Lit...

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Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit (PC)

Legends of the past come back to life in this charming European mystery adventure.Crowns and Pawns, a modern-day point and click adventure, inspired by classics such as Broken Sword, Monkey Island, Still Life, Syberia and others. The game highlights the less explored history of Europe to the world of adventurers. Experience the legendary stories of the Grand Duchy of Lith...

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The Armour of Light - Ken Follett

Anotace: Revolution is in the air 1792. A tyrannical government is determined to make England a mighty commercial empire. In France, Napoleon Bonaparte begins his rise to power, and with dissent rife, France's neighbours are on high alert. Kingsbridge is on the edge Unprecedented industrial change sweeps the land, making the lives of the workers in Kingbridge's prosper...

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A City of Flames - Rina Vasquez

<p>A slow-burn fantasy romance perfect for fans of Rebecca Yarros, Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J Maas with mischief, dragons and a bit of spice.</p> <p>Nara has always desired justice.Could hunting dragons bring her peace at last?When a fire dragon attacks her village, the perfect opportunity presents itself - now she can take revenge on the creatures that kill...

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The Deeds of the Neapolitan Bishops Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Deeds of the Neapolitan Bishops not only reports the biographies of the Neapolitan bishops during those centuries, but also describes the history of Naples and the relationships the Neapolitans had with their dangerous neighbors. This volume presents the analysis, Latin text, English translation, and historical commentary of this work, thus offering an important contr...

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The Armour of Light - Ken Follett

<p>The grand master of gripping fiction is back. International No.1 bestseller Ken Follett returns to Kingsbridge with an epic tale of revolution and a cast of unforgettable characters.Revolution is in the air1792. A tyrannical government is determined to make England a mighty commercial empire. In France, Napoleon Bonaparte begins his rise to power, and with dissen...

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Children of Morta (PC) Klíč Steam

IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY. Children of Morta sets its story in a distant land but copes with themes closer to our daily lives that one would expect. It is a story of simple emotions we all know so well and value more than sometimes we dare to admit: love and hope, longing and uncertainty, ultimately loss and sacrifice we are willing to make to save the ones we care the most f...

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Children of Morta (PC) Klíč Steam (PC)

IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY.Children of Morta sets its story in a distant land but copes with themes closer to our daily lives that one would expect. It is a story of simple emotions we all know so well and value more than sometimes we dare to admit: love and hope, longing and uncertainty, ultimately loss and sacrifice we are willing to make to save the ones we care the most fo...

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Everything, All the Time, Everywhere

A radical new history of a dangerous idea

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The Desolations of Devil´s Acre : Miss Peregrine´s Peculiar Children - Riggs Ransom

Anotace: The last thing Jacob Portman saw before the world went dark was a terrible, familiar face.Suddenly, he and Noor are back in the place where everything began - his grandfather`s house. Jacob doesn`t know how they escaped from V`s loop to find themselves in Florida. But he does know one thing for certain: Caul has returned.After a narrow getaway from a blood-thirs...

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How Muslims Shaped the Americas

Journalist Omar Mouallem uncovers the surprising history of Muslim communities thriving in the west, challenging assumptions about belonging and ident

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Bismarck´s War: The Franco-Prussian War and the Making of Modern Europe - Rachel Chrastil

<p>Less than a month after it marched into France in summer 1870, the Prussian army had devastated its opponents, captured Napoleon III and wrecked all assumptions about Europe's pecking order. Other countries looked on in helpless amazement. Pushing aside further French resistance, a new German Empire was proclaimed (as a deliberate humiliation) in the Palace of Ve...

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The Desolations of Devil´s Acre : Miss Peregrine´s Peculiar Children, 1. vydání - Ransom Riggs

<p>The fate of peculiardom hangs in the balance in this epic conclusion to the #1 bestselling Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series. The last thing Jacob Portman saw before the world went dark was a terrible, familiar face.Suddenly, he and Noor are back in the place where everything began - his grandfather's house. Jacob doesn't know how they escaped from V's lo...

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Enforcing Normalcy

A study of the history and contemporary significance of the cultural assumptions that govern our conception of people with disabilities. The book show

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Modern Ireland: A Very Short Introduction

Drawing on research on the history of Ireland since 1800, this book challenges some of the assumptions which underpin this research. It explores the '

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Race and the Yugoslav Region

This study argues that, contrary to many assumptions, Yugoslavia and its successor states are deeply embedded in the global history and politics of ‘

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Race and the Yugoslav Region

This study argues that, contrary to many assumptions, Yugoslavia and its successor states are deeply embedded in the global history and politics of ‘

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Austerity

In Austerity: The History of a Dangerous Idea, Mark Blyth, a renowned scholar of political economy, provides a powerful and trenchant account of the s

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Fox Tossing, Octopus Wrestling and Other Forgotten Sports

Some of the most dangerous and downright bizarre sports in history brought vividly back to life, from Fox Tossing to Ski Ballet

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Plutonium

In his history of this complex and dangerous element, noted physicist Jeremy Bernstein describes the steps that were taken to transform plutonium from

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Siege

Leningrad, September 1941. Hitler orders the German forces to surround the city at the start of the most dangerous, desperate winter in its history. F

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Sport, Physical Activity, and Anti-Colonial Autoethnography Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book offers a brief history of how autoethnography has been employed in studies of sport and physical (in)activity to date and makes an explicit call for anti-colonial approaches - challenging scholars of physical culture to interrogate and write against the colonial assumptions at work in so many physical cultural and academic spaces. Drawing on cutting-edge researc...

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Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don't Know (0316462918)

Kniha - autor Malcolm Gladwell, 400 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná The routine traffic stop that ends in tragedy. The spy who spends years undetected at the highest levels of the Pentagon. The false conviction of Amanda Knox. Why do we so often get other people wrong? Why is it so hard to detect a lie, read a face or judge a stranger's motives? Through a...

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Talking to Strangers : What We Should Know about the People We Don´t Know - Malcolm Gladwell

<p>The routine traffic stop that ends in tragedy. The spy who spends years undetected at the highest levels of the Pentagon. The false conviction of Amanda Knox. Why do we so often get other people wrong? Why is it so hard to detect a lie, read a face or judge a stranger's motives?Through a series of encounters and misunderstandings - from history, psychology and in...

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Wife Between Us - Hendricks Greer, Pekkanen Sarah,

Anotace: Now a New York Times top-ten bestseller.`A fiendishly clever thriller in the vein of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train. This one will keep you guessing.´ - Anita Shreve, author of The Stars are FireWhen you read this book, you will make many assumptions.It´s about a jealous wife, obsessed with her replacement.It´s about a younger woman set to marry the man she...

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Avengers Infinity War Movie Masterpiece Akční figurka 1/6 Doctor

The arrival of Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War has crushed the worldwide box office record, edging out all the international title holders in the cinema history. As one of the popular leading roles in this massive production of Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Stephen Strange, the Master of the Mystic Arts who is a sworn guardian of the Time Stone has to protect t...

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