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Pocket Anatonmica's Body Atlas - By Kurt H. Albertine PhD
$15.00 AUD
This pocket sized title superbly illustrates the beauty and intricacy of the human body demystifying human anatomy with exceptional colour artwork and clear approachable text. Compiled by an international team of experts this comprehensive book provides a guide to normal body structure at all levels from the arrangement of bones and muscles that...
The 10 Worst Psychopaths - The Most Depraved Killers In History
$12.00 AUD
The 10 Worst Psychopaths looks at history's most notorious and infamous psychopaths, and seeks to show how their life stories illustrate the classic psychopathic personality traits. Though all morally despicable, many of these individuals were charming, popular, and charismatic. This is part of our enduring fascination with the psychopath: they ...
The Human Body Questions and Answers
$14.00 AUD
Why can't we breathe underwater? Is the small intestine really longer than the human body? How does our brain tell the rest of our body what to do? Find the answers to these and lots of other human body puzzlers inside this fantastic, fact-packed book. Perfect for curious kids aged 8 and up, this book uses the popular Q&A format to introduce...
Cars, Trains, Ships & Planes
$20.00 AUD
This visual encyclopedia for children is packed with all types of transport, including cars, motorbikes, trains, aeroplanes, ships, and even space rockets. Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes shows exciting vehicles that float, fly or speed across the land, including the record breakers - the fastest, largest, longest and most expensive modes of tran...
The Artists Complete Book of Drawing Projects
$20.00 AUD
When it comes to drawing there is no substitute for practice, and with this collection of 100 drawing projects you'll never be short of inspiration. From simple life objects around the home to animals, people and panoramic landscapes, there is a wide range of subject matter to develop your skills. Each drawing is broken down into five easy steps...
Discovery Pack: Space
$25.00 AUD
3 2 1... Lift-off! Packed full of out-of-this-world facts and exciting illustrations and photos this is the ultimate kids' guide to space. Inside this book you'll find everything you need to know about the planets in our solar system the Sun moons stars asteroids and space exploration. The pack also includes a huge double-sided poster to stick o...
The Essence Of Rumi
$14.00 AUD
Get drunk on Love, for Love is all that exists. Unless you make Love your business, you will not be admitted to the Beloved. (Divan-i Shams-i Tabriz 455:A1:54) The thirteenth-century saint Jalaluddin Rumi has been called the greatest mystical poet of any age, and his work compared to that of Dante and Shakespeare. Over a period of 25 years he co...
Alan Turing Codebreaker Puzzle Book
$16.00 AUD
Alan Turing is often called the father of modern computing. During the Second World War he worked at Bletchley Park where top secret work was carried out to decipher the military codes used by Germany and her allies. Turing played a pivotal role in cracking intercepted coded messages so enabling the Allies to defeat the Nazis in many crucial eng...
Psychology: A Degree in a Book
$25.00 AUD
A perfect introduction for students and laypeople alike, A Degree in a Book: Psychology provides you with all the concepts you need to understand the fundamental issues. Filled with helpful diagrams, suggestions for further reading, and easily digestible features on the history of psychology, this book makes understanding the human mind easie...
The Complete Guide to Drawing
$18.00 AUD
Anyone who desires to learn to draw well can do so with a little persistence - this is the starting point for The Complete Guide to Drawing, a practical and comprehensive course for students of all abilities. Whether you want to draw a still life, landscapes, figures, or portraits, Barrington Barber brings his invaluable expertise as a working a...
Basic Emergency Life Support with Step-by-step Instructions
$5.00 AUD
How many times will we face a life-threatening emergency? A couple as parents? Half a dozen in the workplace? One or two on the road? We don't need to learn by failure. Emergency first aid information should be within easy reach in the home and where we work. Since the publication of this basic emergency life support text, it has been used widel...
How The World Works Periodic Table
$15.00 AUD
All matter in the universe - including our own bodies - is made of a relatively small number of basic ingredients known as elements. From the lead used in Ancient Roman plumbing to the hydrogen that powers the stars, elements make up everything there is and has ever been. The Periodic Table of the chemical elements is one of the iconic achieveme...
Essential Guide to Drawing A Practical and Inspirational Workbook - By Barrington Barber, Duncan Smith
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Essential Guide to Drawing A Practical and Inspirational Workbook - By Barrington Barber, Duncan Smith
$14.00 AUD
This bumper drawing guide brings together a range of subjects in one volume. Each section focuses on coming to grips with a particular subject, from portraits to landscapes. The authors clearly explain the processes of drawing and how to tackle each type of subject matter, making the book suitable for beginners and improvers alike.
Nail Style - Amazing Designs By The World's Leading Nail Techs
$12.00 AUD
There is something for everyone in the world of nail art. You can go all out with intricate designs, gems and glitter or settle for a unique polish shade and a strategically placed stud. Find all the inspiration you need in this beautifully collection of nail art highlighting the talents, tools and creativity behind this expressionistic art form...
Think Like a Psychologist: Get to Grips with the Workings of the Human Mind
$15.00 AUD
Think Like a Psychologist is a fun introduction to the universal aspects of psychology that affect our daily lives and relationships. It delves into various questions such as: What goes on in your children's minds during adolescence? Why do many of us feel dissatisfied? Is it possible to improve your memory? Can you control your dreams?
The Sayings of the Buddha
$15.00 AUD
Full of the down-to-earth wisdom for which the Buddha is renowned, this carefully chosen selection of his thoughts and teachings is full of insights that can help to free us from the deep conditioning of our minds and point us towards making revolutionary changes in our lives on a personal, social, and spiritual level.
The Essence Of Jesus
$14.00 AUD
Jesus of Nazareth, the Nazarene, Jesus Christ, the Christ, the Good Shepherd, the Redeemer or the Deliverer? To this day, the identity of Jesus remains an unfathomable mystery for non-believers and a glorious open book of hope for the devout. Who really was this figure and why are his life and sermons so pivitol to the core of Christianity, the ...
How The World Works - Philosophy
$15.00 AUD
What is reality? How do we know what exists? What is the nature of truth? How can we live a good life? For 2,500 years, questions such as these have been pondered by philosophers from Parmenides and Plato to Dennett and Derrida. Each great thinker has influenced subsequent generations and philosophical theory has evolved and diversified. Should ...
The Amazing Book of Animals
$5.00 AUD
From lions and lizards to dogs and dolphins, this beautiful book brings together cutting-edge knowledge, awe-inspiring ideas, and eye-opening images. Key concepts are explained with clarity but accuracy by our expert authors; and brought to life by carefully chosen images, which showcase extraordinary wildlife photography. This book supports the...
Discovery Pack: Amazing Science Experiments
$25.00 AUD
Have you ever made a cola fountain made sugar cubes glow in the dark or bounced an egg like a rubber ball? Find out how to perform lots of amazing experiments at home and learn all about the super-cool science behind them! Brimming with exciting easy-to-perform experiments a giant double-sided poster and over 100 science-themed stickers this pac...
Norse Mythology
$28.00 AUD
Many of the stories from Norse mythology have been handed down through the centuries in the oral tradition and most derive from Iceland. This thrilling collection of tales will transport readers to the realms of Asgard, where the gods such as Thor, Odin and Freya live, and Midgard, the home of humankind, that together form the cosmological tree ...
Drawing Portraits
$18.00 AUD
A portrait can reveal the likeness, personality, and even the mood of a person. In previous centuries, portraits were used to reveal someone's social standing, to manipulate the viewers's opinion of the subject, or to exaggerate and accentuate features. Artist and teacher Barringston Barber shows you how to overcome common difficulties and intro...
The 15-Minute Psychologist
$12.00 AUD
The 15-Minute Psychologist introduces the reader to universal aspects of psychology that affect our day-to-day lives and relationships and offers insight into many of life's dilemmas. Written in a style that's amusing and easy to understand, The 15-Minute Psychologist lets you in on the secrets of your own and other people's minds and helps you ...
The Story Of Art
$14.00 AUD
From the glories of the High Renaissance in Italy to the emotional visions of the Romantics, and from the groundbreaking techniques of the Impressionists to the radical canvases of the Abstract Expressionists, this book provides a fascinating look at the major movements in the history of western painting.A clear chronological structure allows th...
The Story Of Biology
$14.00 AUD
The Story of Biology will trace the development of biology from its origins in myths invented to explain the wonders and perils of the natural world, through the first attempts at empirical investigation, to the highly structured and technical discipline it has become today. The book will focus on the personalities, studies and theories that hav...
Little Black Book Of Hotels - By Alex Polizzi
$5.00 AUD
Are you sick of trawling the internet or combing through guidebooks desperately searching for that somewhere special for a break away, only to be disappointed when your chosen destination doesn't live up to its promise? In this must-have guide Alex Polizzi, presenter of Channel 5's The Hotel Inspector, takes the hassle out of hotel selection, re...
Discovery Pack: Human Body
$25.00 AUD
his 'owner's manual' to the human body explains how all its different parts work - from the hairs on your head to the tips of your toes. This book is information-dense but easy to understand; it's packed with head-scratching facts and eye-catching infographics. The kit includes a huge double-sided poster and over 100 stickers. For children aged ...
Think Like a Philosopher: Get to Grips with Reasoning and Ethics
$15.00 AUD
Think Like a Philosopher is a fun introduction to the main concepts of philosophy showing how the subject has a clear practical and vital purpose to our daily lives and thinking. Using a Q&A format and written in an amusing easy-to-understand style the author explains the philosophical arguments around questions such as: • Should I eat me...
The Seven Chinese Military Classics
$28.00 AUD
This collection includes seven of the most famous military texts of ancient China. Highlighted by Sun Tzu's the Art of War, this new translation brings to light several texts that display an understanding of strategy and warfare that still has relevance millennia after their original publication. Each of these texts presents a uniquely eastern u...
Classical Mythology
$28.00 AUD
The myths and legends of Ancient Greece and Rome have influenced art and literature for millennia and continue to capture our imaginations today. These enduring stories from classical antiquity form a major part of the heritage of Western culture. In this beautiful collection, James Shepherd has compiled more than 30 fascinating tales that have ...
The Odyssey
$28.00 AUD
This beautiful foil-stamped hardback edition of Homer's Odyssey is presented in a stylish slipcase and embossed with silver foil. It features Alexander Pope's classic 1726 translation which perfectly captures the lyricism of the epic poem, as well as Emma Woolerton's useful commentary which ensures you can easily follow the action. It also in...
Drawing Figures
$18.00 AUD
Of all the genres in art, figure drawing is the oldest. From the figures painted on the walls of ancient caves to modern-day representations of everyday people, artists have always sought to perfect their depictions of family, friends, and others around them. In Drawing Figuresteacher and artist Barrington Barber begins his exploration of this a...
Drawing Landscapes
$18.00 AUD
For centuries, landscapes have captivated the imaginations of artists. For the amateur artist, the sheer scope of the landscape may seem daunting - whether it's a stunning view of unspoilt countryside, a city street, or the view outside your window. So where do you start? Artist and teacher Barrington Barber outlines the key areas to master and ...
How The World Works Neuroscience
$15.00 AUD
How we think, feel, move, remember, imagine, and experience the outside world and our own bodies is the domain of neuroscience. For millennia, the workings of the brain and nerves could be approached only through superstition and conjecture. Then, in the 19th century, neuroscience began to cast light on this most complex of our bodily systems. T...
The Essence Of Kabbalah
$14.00 AUD
The Essence of Kabbalah explains the mysticism of the Torah and the other books in the Hebrew Bible and presents an overviews of the historical trends that have shaped Kabbalah as it is known today. It examines the interpretative methods that are viewed as unlocked the secrets of the Torah- those teachings that point to the inner fabric of the c...
The Essence Of Sufism
$14.00 AUD
The Sufis have been using carefully constructed stories for teaching purposes for thousands of years. Though on the surface these often appear to be little more than fairy or folk tales, the Sufis hold that they enshrine-in their characters, plots and imagery-patterns and relationships that nurture a part of the mind not reachable in more conven...
How The World Works - Physics
$14.00 AUD
The laws of physics govern the action of everything, from galaxies to subatomic particles. From the ancient Greeks, who first suggested that matter might be made out of indivisible atoms, through the great explorations of Arab, then Renaissance and Enlightenment scientists, the story of physics has been written through trial and error, sheer per...
The Essence Of Tao
$14.00 AUD
Knowing ignorance is strength. Ignoring knowledge is sickness.' Lao Tse Tao, meaning 'The Way', refers to a power that envelops, surrounds and flows through all things, both living and sentient. It regulates natural processes and nourishes balance in the Universe. But, in the words of the Sage, its 'Name is Formless'. This means that any explora...
The 15-Minute Economist
$12.00 AUD
Part of the Arcturus series, Ideas to Save Your Life, The 15-Minute Economist introduces the reader to the main ideas of economics, showing how the subject has a clear, practical purpose vital of our day-to-day lives and thinking. A fun and fascinating introduction to the subject, including the story of many of the world s greatest economists an...
Roses Are Red Bk For Lovers - By Kate Moore
$5.00 AUD
For people who shy away from writing poetry, love-letters, or composing love songs, Roses Are Red ...is the perfect way to show that special someone in your life just how much you care. This book is a beautiful celebration of the joys of being in love, containing everything from tips on how to be the perfect partner, to fascinating facts and tri...
Dinosaur Survival Guide - An Awesome Guide To DinosaursÂ…And How To Survive Them!
$14.00 AUD
Dino Survival Guide is a children's book. If Dinosaurs still roamed the earth, swam in lakes, stomped through the cities, and flew the skies, how would you survive? The 6 year old Author Kingston Dyer provides you with survival tips you'll need to avoid specific dino's including the Mosasaurus, Brachiosaurus, Raptors and more!
501 Days Out In The Uk, By David Brown ,Jackum Brown and Arthur Findlay
$12.00 AUD
"501 Days Out in the UK" is an invaluable source of inspiration for those seeking to explore the UK's most fascinating locations. With 501 of the UK's most interesting days out, this book is the perfect guide to entertain friends and family with something for every age and interest. You will find everything from rural retreats and medieval castl...
How the World Works: The Universe
$15.00 AUD
Since astronomers first looked up into the nebulous sky, humanity has been occupied with the great mysteries of our universe. How did it all begin? Will it ever end? What is our small planet's significance within this vast expanse of space? Within recent years scientists have made huge leaps in answering these questions. Anne Rooney narrates the...
A History of the World: From Prehistory to the 21st Century
$16.00 AUD
A History of the World covers human history from its earliest origins right up to the modern day. Spanning the globe it includes everything you need to know about the civilizations the people the ideas and the conflicts that shaped the world. Explaining the latest historical developments it forms an essential reference for modern-day amateur his...
Think Like a Mathematician: Get to Grips with the Language of Numbers and Patterns
$15.00 AUD
Think Like a Mathematician is a fun introduction to the main ideas of mathematics. Mathematics is all round us. It governs how information is presented to us and how we understand it. It underpins all science and has thus been responsible for humanity's incredible progress through the ages.
Think Like an Economist: Get to Grips with Money and Markets
$15.00 AUD
From the early barter system through the Industrial Revolution to the emergence of globalisation economics has defined our lives. Think Like an Economist is a fun introduction to the main ideas of economics untangling its intricacies and revealing the ways in which individuals societies and nations allocate resources. Using a Q&A format the ...
The Iliad
$28.00 AUD
The Greeks are entering the tenth year of their war with the Trojans, but their armies are fractured and their best warrior Achilles has abandoned the battle on a mission of revenge. Only the death of his best friend Patroclus persuades Achilles to return to battle and confront the Trojan leader Hector in single combat. The Iliad is the oldes...
Dracula
$28.00 AUD
The last I saw of Count Dracula was his kissing his hand to me, with a red light of triumph in his eyes, and with a smile that Judas in hell might be proud of. Dracula is a preeminent work of horror literature, containing one of the best gothic villains of all time. When Jonathan Harker stays with Count Dracula in his crumbling Transylvanian ...