Robert Baden-Powell Knihy

Na světě existuje asi jen několik kníh, které jsou tak známé jako Skauting pro chlapce. Tato Baden-Powellova kniha spustila v roce 1908 lavinu, která se valí dodnes. Po prvním vydání se z ní okamžitě stal nejprodávanější trhák a nejčtenější titul anglických chlapců a děvčat. Díky jejich nadšení se zrodilo skautské hnutí. Příručka Scouting for Boys začala vycházet v lednu 1908 v sešitech. V květnu pak vyšlo první kompletní knižní vydání. Každý rok pak vycházela další vydání, tak obrovský byl o ní zájem a „skautská bible“ začala být překládána i do jiných jazyků. Tato kniha je historickým pokladem, který nabízí pohled na skauting v čase jeho vzniku v roce 1908. Její poselství ale i mnohé části jsou atraktivní dodnes a aktuální natrvalo.

This historical handbook offers a glimpse into the early principles and practices of the Boy Scouts, reflecting the values and skills emphasized in 1908. It covers essential outdoor skills, safety, and self-reliance, aimed at fostering a sense of adventure and community among young boys. The text provides insights into the foundational ideas of scouting, encouraging teamwork, leadership, and moral character development. As a primary source, it captures the spirit of the era and the origins of the Boy Scouts movement.

This adaptation of "Girl Guiding" by Robert Baden-Powell introduces young girls to the principles of scouting, emphasizing outdoor skills, teamwork, and leadership. It highlights the importance of self-reliance and community service, encouraging girls to engage with nature and develop confidence. The book serves as a guide for both leaders and scouts, providing practical advice and activities designed to foster personal growth and camaraderie among participants. Baden-Powell's vision promotes empowerment and adventure for girls in scouting.

Focusing on the preservation of cultural heritage, this series revives classical literature that has been largely unavailable for decades. By reintroducing these timeless works, it aims to prevent them from fading into obscurity. Readers contribute to the mission of making thousands of international literary classics accessible in print again, celebrating the rich legacy of literature spanning over two thousand years.

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this anthology highlights the courageous acts of Scouts who served their country during the conflict. Featuring heroic stories such as Boy Jack Cornwell's self-sacrifice at Jutland and Piper David Laidlaw's inspiring music on the battlefield, the collection emphasizes themes of self-discipline and social equality as central to Scout heroism. It includes detailed accounts of various military honors and the lives of notable Scouts who lost their lives, making it a compelling read for former Scouts and history enthusiasts alike.

The narrative details Major-General Robert Baden-Powell's leadership during the Fourth Ashanti War in 1895-96, highlighting Britain's imperial ambitions in West Africa. It describes the challenges faced by the British and West Indian forces, including high disease-related casualties, and the eventual capture of the Ashanti capital, Kumasi. Baden-Powell defends the campaign's objectives, claiming it ended human sacrifice and the slave trade. The book features illustrations and personal sketches, offering a comprehensive view of this complex military conflict.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance accessibility for individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making classic literature more readable, it aims to preserve important texts while ensuring they are available to a wider audience.