NF: Reference

Through criticism and analysis of ancient traditions, Kahn reconstructs the pattern of Anaximander’s thought using historical methods akin to the reconstructive techniques of comparative linguists.

Until his death in 2012, world-renowned astronomer and broadcaster Sir Patrick Moore edited this indispensable guide for fifty-two consecutive years. With the 2015 Yearbook of Astronomy, his friend and long-time co-editor Dr John Mason continues Sir Patrick's legacy. The Yearbook of Astronomy collects together a month-by-month...

Extraordinary but true stories from over a century of motor racing. Since 1894, when motor racing's colourful history began with a bang (and a banger!), drivers, racers and lunataics alike have done many stupid and bizarre things all in the name of motor sport....

In this fascinating, informative, and entertaining collection, internationally acclaimed, award-winning author Colm Tóibín turns his attention to the intricacies of family relationships in literature and writing. In pieces that range from the importance of aunts (and the death of parents) in the English nineteenth-century...

Gregory Grey isn't normal. His teacher segregates him at the back of the class, away from his peers. Other children make friends, yet he can't. He's told he has autism, a condition that seems to bring disaster after disaster, with no chance of achievement....

A wonderfully irreverent and endlessly entertaining guide—with more than 80,000 copies sold worldwide in multiple languages—about the indicators most investors aren't following, but should be! In order to make the best possible investment decisions, savvy investors know that they must pay close attention to economic...

Parents and students alike are increasingly concerned about the rising cost of a university education and the burden of post-graduation debt. However, there are long-term strategies that can help to alleviate the situation, and there are many bursaries and allowances that go unclaimed every...

The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association provides invaluable guidance on all aspects of the writing process, from the ethics of authorship to the word choice that best reduces bias in language. Well-known for its authoritative and easy-to-use reference and citation system, the...

"Dreams are the royal road to the unconscious." --Sigmund FreudThe founder of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud believed dreams were the key to understanding the human mind, but there are many competing theories about what makes us tick. A great introduction to this world is to...

Icy inspiration for playing, exploring and surviving in the snow. Don’t be put off by the cold – get out there and be dazzled by the wonder of winter. With fifty projects for having fun and staying safe in the snow, you’ll never be...

Quotations - or snippets from them - are commonly used in everyday speech, most often without the speaker knowing where they came from. From words of comfort to advice for the lovelorn, you can bet that someone, somewhere has come up with phraseology that...

From Sydney Harbour and the Taj Mahal to the Matobo National Park and the Bay of Fundy in Canada, this superb book is essential for anyone who wants to experience new landscapes and cultures. With 501 destinations from all over the world there is...

These practical guides are perfect for artists interested in getting to grips with a particular subject. Tailored step-by-step exercises help artists to build up their skills, and handy hints will keep them in the know about techniques and materials. The authors bring their years...

How to Study the Bible's Use of the Bible: Seven Hermeneutical Choices for the Old and New Testaments by Gary Edward Schnittjer and Matthew S. Harmon is an essential resource aimed at teaching a hermeneutic for understanding the Bible's use of the Bible. Intended...

This uplifting collection celebrates diverse heroes the world over and their perspective on life, politics, education, representation and beyond. From writers, thinkers, activists and leaders, each of these quotes demonstrates the power of words and positive thinking in our everyday lives. --- 'What I...

Learn shocking stats and facts that will surprise you, expand your knowledge, and help you impress your friends! Astonish yourself and your friends with Stats to Blow Your Mind & Everyone Else You're Talking To. Seeing is believing with the many intriguing charts and graphs...

Would our lives, relationships and careers be better if we just STFU for a while? We live in a world that doesn’t just encourage overtalking, but practically demands it. When success is measured by how much attention we can attract, how long we can...

All boobs are created equal and are all honoured in this charming gift book. The Joy of Boobies is celebration of boobs of every size, shape and colour; breasts that have been created, removed, augmented or reduced. Boobies that are full of milk, boobies that...