Sunday, November 18, 2007

Lonely Planet Ireland


Lonely Planet Ireland
By Fionn Davenport, Charlotte Beech, Tom Downs, Des Hannigan, Fran Parnell, Neil Wilson

Product Description
From its cosmopolitan cities filled with old-fashioned blarney, to its lush, lilting landscapes and wild craggy coastlines, Ireland's charming contrasts exceed all expectations. Whether you're here for the craic in a quiet country pub or out to explore a land of legends, let this inspirational guide connect you with the green heart of the Emerald Isle. UNCOVER THE MYTHS - from the Giant's Causeway to the Blarney Stone, get behind the fables EXPLORE MORE with recommended Itineraries to get you off the beaten track GET BACK TO YOUR ROOTS - hints and tips on researching the family tree DELVE INTO THE PAST with in-depth coverage of the country's turbulent history SLEEP SOUNDLY - charming country houses, swanky city pads and cosy B&Bs - discerning recommendations for every budget.

Introducing Postmodernism, Third Edition (Introducing)


Introducing Postmodernism, Third Edition (Introducing)
By Richard Appignanesi

Product Description
Postmodernism seemed to promise an end to the grim Cold War era of nuclear confrontation and oppressive ideologies. This expanded edition brilliantly elucidates this hall of mirrors with Richard Appignanesi's witty and easy-to-follow text and the inspired cartoonist Chris Garratt.

From the Earth to the Moon (Bantam Classics)


From the Earth to the Moon (Bantam Classics)
By Jules Verne

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Written almost a century before the daring flights of the astronauts, Jules Verne's prophetic novel of man's race to the stars is a classic adventure tale enlivened by broad satire and scientific acumen.

When the members of the elite Baltimore Gun Club find themselves lacking any urgent assignments at the close of the Civil War, their president, Impey Barbicane, proposes that they build a gun big enough to launch a rocket to the moon. But when Barbicane's adversary places a huge wager that the project will fail and a daring volunteer elevates the mission to a "manned" flight, one man's dream turns into an international space race.

The Art of War


The Art of War
By Sun Tzu, Sun Zi

Product Description

Twenty-Five Hundred years ago, Sun Tzu wrote this classic book of military strategy based on Chinese warfare and military thought. Since that time, all levels of military have used the teaching on Sun Tzu to warfare and cilivzation have adapted these teachings for use in politics, business and everyday life. The Art of War is a book which should be used to gain advantage of opponents in the boardroom and battlefield alike.