David Thomas se zaměřuje na psaní o tématech, která rezonují s širokým publikem, a jeho práce často proplétá osobní reflexi s hlubším zkoumáním lidské zkušenosti. Jeho styl se vyznačuje přístupností a vřelostí, která čtenáře vtahuje do vyprávění. Thomasovy knihy zkoumají sílu vytrvalosti a hledání smyslu v životě, často skrze perspektivu jedinců, kteří čelili mimořádným výzvám. Jeho přístup k psaní je informován dlouholetou kariérou v žurnalistice, kde se naučil efektivně sdělovat složité myšlenky.
Již klasická kniha světové počítačové literatury pomáhá programátorům vyrovnat se s rostoucími nároky jejich profese tak, aby s co nejmenší námahou dokázali vytvářet fungující, udržovatelný kód, který potěší své uživatele. S neobvyklou názorností ukazuje, že úplně všechny tradiční problémy (vznik chyb, termíny, odhalování chyb, efektivní editace, nejasná zadání, týmová spolupráce aj.) mají svá pragmatická řešení.
Rakouský lékař vypráví o svých zkušenostech s léčivými účinky bylin z deštného pralesa, zvláště o protirakovinných účincích pralesního bylinného čaje.
Vytvářejte robustní, vizuálně atraktivní webové aplikace rychleji a efektivně. Odhalte kouzlo frameworku Ruby on Rails v knize, která je překladem posledního vydání Agile Web Development with Rails, publikací doporučovanou a ceněnou tisíci vývojářů. S trojicí zkušených autorů, mezi nimiž najdeme i tvůrce frameworku, se seznámíte s Ruby on Rails na vývoji komplexní webové aplikace. S každou přidanou funkcionalitou projektu se naučíte něco nového až po výslednou plně funkční aplikaci. Výklad postupuje od základů, nevyžaduje žádné předchozí znalosti s Ruby on Rails. V druhé polovině knihy se seznámíte s pokročilými postupy, jak využít možnosti frameworku na maximum.
The Landmark Xenophon’s Anabasis is the definitive edition of the ancient classic—also known as The March of the Ten Thousand or The March Up-Country—which chronicles one of the greatest true-life adventures ever recorded. As Xenophon’s narrative opens, the Persian prince Cyrus the Younger is marshaling an army to usurp the throne from his brother Artaxerxes the King. When Cyrus is killed in battle, ten thousand Greek soldiers he had hired find themselves stranded deep in enemy territory, surrounded by forces of a hostile Persian king. When their top generals are arrested, the Greeks have to elect new leaders, one of whom is Xenophon, a resourceful and courageous Athenian who leads by persuasion and vote. What follows is his vivid account of the Greeks’ harrowing journey through extremes of territory and climate, inhabited by unfriendly tribes who often oppose their passage. Despite formidable obstacles, they navigate their way to the Black Sea coast and make their way back to Greece. This masterful new translation by David Thomas gives color and depth to a story long studied as a classic of military history and practical philosophy. Edited by Shane Brennan and David Thomas, the text is supported with numerous detailed maps, annotations, appendices, and illustrations. The Landmark Xenophon’s Anabasis offers one of the classical Greek world’s seminal tales to readers of all levels.
Exploring the complexities of a baby boomer's sexuality, the narrative delves into themes of repression, co-dependence, and the impact of cultural norms. The protagonist's journey spans from a troubled marriage and the joy of adoption to the painful realizations of love versus lust. His experiences highlight the struggles faced by his children, including alcoholism and emotional challenges. Through this reflective tale, millennial men are encouraged to engage in open discussions about their own sexuality and relationships, learning from the past.
"Christian-Muslim Relations, a Bibliographical History 1 (CMR1)" explores the interactions between Christianity and Islam from 600 to 1500. It includes essays on key texts and over two hundred entries detailing works in various languages, providing insights into authors, manuscripts, and the historical context. Aimed at researchers, it serves as a foundational resource.
A mothers story of strength and courage in the face of cervical cancer. This is a moving memoir of how Annmarie and her family deal with her diagnosis and live life to the full.
Mud, Sweat and Shears is the story of how a miner became one of football's leading groundsmen. It tells how he met some of the greatest names in the 1970s and 1980s. A unique football book through a groundsman's eyes, it tells the story of what typically went on behind the scenes before football became the multi-million-pound industry it is today.
When Jeremy Camp lost his beloved wife, Melissa, just months after their wedding, the last thing he wanted to do was sing praise to God. But even as he struggled through unimaginable grief and fought to hold on to his faith, God had other plans: Pick up your guitar. I have something for you to write. Jeremy obeyed, pouring out his heart, writing about the hope that God was still there, even in his deepest grief. The song he wrote that day, "I Still Believe," has gone on to inspire millions around the world. This is the story behind that song and the movie that was inspired by it. It's an inside look at Jeremy's life--from his difficult childhood and teenage years to the tragic passing of Melissa and the spiritual journey that followed, which inspired some of his best-loved songs and led him, eventually, to find love again. I Still Believe is a powerful heart-wrenching book about the strength of undying love and the power of faith.
Written by two leading oceanographers, Introducing Oceanography has rapidly established itself as a key introductory overview of its subject.
