Ibn Khaldun (1332–1406) is generally regarded as the greatest intellectual ever to have appeared in the Arab world — a genius who ranks as one of the world’s great minds. Yet the author of the Muqaddima, the most important study of history ever produced in the Islamic...

A comprehensive illustrated exploration of the fascinating science of color Arielle and Joann Eckstut, authors of The Secret Language of Color, offer a thorough, readable, and highly visual exploration of the science of color. Organized by 50 of the most essential questions about color across a...

With more than 200 photographs and specifications for 32 watches, this book provides a comprehensive history of one of Germany's finest watchmakers and its timepieces. Since its founding in 1845, A. Lange and Sohne has been at the core of fine watchmaking. Wanting to...

An easy-reference Chinese to English and English to Chinese Collins dictionary. The easiest way to learn Mandarin Chinese for students with the clearest layout and entry structure. Each Chinese word and translation has a Pinyin transcription as well as Chinese characters.Designed for anyone starting...

This handy and affordable quick reference guide offers extensive and relevant coverage of today's English and Arabic, with thousands of phrases and examples guiding you to the most appropriate translation. The clear layout allows for fast and easy access when you most need it. Ideal...

The Story of Harley-Davidson is a compact and dynamic exploration of the legendary motorcycle manufacturer. There are few silhouettes on the world's roads as instantly recognizable as that of the Harley-Davidson. The iconic motorcycle brand is synonymous with myth, adventure and excitement, and its story...

Will you accept the challenge of 200 new thematic word searches, perfect for whiling away your downtime, on the commute, on holiday, or relaxing at home? Relax and give your brain a workout. Ideal for whiling away those long commutes, traveling on vacation, or...

If Coco Chanel were to give a masterclass on design, creativity and attitude, what wisdom would she impart? Discover the life, work and legacy of Chanel in this sharply curated biography focusing on artistic spirit.Chanel’s ethos captured the imagination of post-war women, releasing them...

200 quickfire wordsearch challenges, designed to keep the mind occupied and the eyes and brain working in sync. These mini puzzles are the ultimate short, sharp word workout.A compact puzzle gift book for everyone who enjoys a word search but doesn’t have too much...

Reach for your trusty pen or pencil and tackle this bumper collection of word challenges at your leisure. Arranged in themes, they will provide a mental workout and relaxation therapy at the same time. How quickly can you find the words in the grid?...

In this guide to modern sports watches, discover honest assessments of luxury sports models, many varieties of chronographs, GMTs, and extreme diving watches, represented by the best sports brands in the world, including Patek Philippe, Breitling, Omega, Chronoswiss, and more. But first, what exactly...

How do architects treat the drama of water and nature? Do they defer to it with a simple dwelling that grows out of the land, or make a statement with bold materials and forms? From the sleek, low-slung Water Villa de Omval in Amsterdam,...

A handy and affordable quick reference guide for everyday French. The clear layout and handy alphabet tabs allow for fast and easy access when you most need it. Ideal for use on the go, at home, in the office, classroom or on vacation. Over...

Extensive and up-to-date coverage of Turkish and English in a portable format, with a handy supplement of essential grammar points for each language. Designed for all those studying Turkish and English, whether at school, for travel or for business. It is ideal for anyone...

Offers learners at home, school or in the office extensive and up-to-date coverage of Japanese and English in a portable format, with an essential grammar for each language. Contains all the everyday words and phrases used in today's Japanese and English that you will...

This celebration of high-end men’s wristwatches is a collection of essays, timelines, and more than 250 color photographs. Aimed at collectors, watch enthusiasts, and anyone with an interest in fashion, the book ranges from in-depth looks at specific models, including classics and contemporary timepieces,...

THE MILLION-COPY TIKTOK PHENOMENON THE BESTSELLING BOOK Write. Burn. Repeat. Now featuring a brand new pink cover. Instagram, WhatsApp, Snapchat, TikTok, VSCO, YouTube...the world has not only become one giant feed, but also one giant confessional. Burn After Writing allows you to spend less time scrolling...

A handy 3-in-1 French study book: grammar, verbs and vocabulary in one volume, ideal for beginners who need a clear and easy-to-understand French reference and revision guide. This book gives you the essential tools to help you progress quickly in your study of French....

Let your ink and your imagination flow with this write-in journal.From first-time writers to experienced authors, blank-page syndrome can hit anyone at any time.Whether you want to write screenplays, novels, a memoir, or poetry, these inspiring and thought-provoking prompts will help you to let...

A gift notebook with a stylish Times atlas white cover.  This journal, designed to record your adventures in the world contains a mix of narrow-lined and blank pages to allow writing, jotting, sketching and noting. This lightweight, flexible book's features include a durable, water-resistant...

The world’s best-selling mini dictionary. This new edition, in color, is fully up-to-date, including the most popular new words to enter the English language. The ideal portable companion for all. This handy little dictionary gives you practical, applied knowledge in your pocket. It contains...

An easy-reference French to English and English to French Collins dictionary with key GCSE curriculum words highlighted and a practical, fun supplement covering key vocabulary areas. It is the ideal dictionary for learners of French, and especially for those aiming for exam success. Fully...

The Japanese phenomenon that teaches us the simple yet profound lessons required to liberate our real selves and find lasting happiness. The Courage to be Disliked shows you how to unlock the power within yourself to become your best and truest self, change your future...

The definitive illustrated guide to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 that no football fan should be without. FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: The Official Guide covers every aspect of the tournament! Including:• Facts about the host cities• Full profiles of all 32 qualified teams• Features...

Written by experts and packed with user-friendly information and practical lifestyle advice, this is the ultimate guide for anyone interested in their health.Knowing which health checks and tests to get when can prevent illness, head off problems, and even save your life. This easy-to-use...

Use your senses to learn the most important words and phrases in Japanese! With colorful images and a free audio download, this attractive and practical guide to Japanese language and culture helps you find what you need quickly and easily. Also contains a Japanese-English...

Explore over 40 contemporary villas by today's most creative architects. Their brilliant architectural designs integrate the built structure and natural environment in open countryside and urban spaces, realizing ideal places. Villas in deserts, mountains, and meadows, with seaside or lakeside vistas, and in urban...

This comprehensive and detailed reference guide to Rolex sports model watches is an indispensable asset to watch collectors and dealers. The only work of its kind, it covers the history of the Submariner, Sea-Dweller, Explorer, GMT-Master, Turn-O-Graph, Milgauss, and Cosmograph watches, from 1952 to...

No Swiss watch brand has a more powerful reputation than Rolex. The name has long been synonymous with luxury watches of enormous prestige and the highest quality. Since the Genevan manufacturer's founding by Hans Wilsdorf in 1908, these precious timepieces have become coveted around...

This beautiful and exciting book presents the most stunning and important Omega watches. A range of over 100 marvelous photographs, informative text, and technical details document more than 60 years of fascinating wristwatch design of one of the world’s best known and most popular...

Mercedes-Benz G-Class specialist Jörg Sand has written the ultimate book on this all-wheel-drive legend, from its design and development to its extraordinary and diverse career up to the present day. Very few automobiles remain as faithful in their character and appearance as the hardcore,...

The early 2000s were an important period, spanning a time when mechanical watches had quite rightly retaken their place in the world market. We all may have a digital device in our pocket that is more accurate than a mechanical watch, but a timepiece...

That dream car of all dream cars, the Mercedes-Benz, is presented here in full glory through 285 images. What were the qualities that made them icons of all auto building? Beginning in the pioneer days with the 35 HP model of 1901 through the...

In 2009, the Prototyp car museum in Hamburg, Germany, organized a special two-month exhibit where 25 classic, streamlined automobiles had an unprecedented "aerodynamic rendezvous." The exhibition included such automotive gems as the 1940 BMW Mille Miglia Touring Coupe, the 1977 Mercedes-Benz C111/III, Porsche's 356...

A young rebel named Antoni Norbert Patek de Prawdzic fled war-torn Poland in 1832 and embarked upon a career path that led him to watchmaker Jean-Adrien Philippe, inventor of the revolutionary built-in crown winding mechanism. In the 160 years since the pair founded Patek...

The brand with the crown is recognized worldwide as an invaluable sports implement and luxury product. In little more than one hundred years, it has become one of the most successful and innovative watch brands on the planet. Rolex manufactures more than a half...

A bumper collection of easy, medium and difficult Su Doku puzzles to test your mental dexterity, powers of logic and deduction. You will find 100 easy, 100 medium and 100 hard puzzles in this latest collection so you can gauge your progression through the...

Explore the unique stories behind every Grand Prix track in this fully updated second edition. Written by award-winning journalist Maurice Hamilton and complete with bespoke digital maps of each course, this is the ultimate guide to the circuits of Formula One.Each venue is listed...

Make excellent sleep a life-changing reality for you--now.New science has revealed the importance of sleep as one of the foundations of good health.Take control of your sleep with more than 40 proven strategies, based on a 360-degree approach to achieving excellent sleep. Find targeted...

Keep your brain busy at home with everyday puzzles. Reach for your pen or pencil and tackle this bumper collection of word challenges. Arranged in themes, they provide a mental workout and help you relax at the same time. How quickly can you find...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER It was one of the most searing images of the twentieth century: two young boys, two princes, walking behind their mother’s coffin as the world watched in sorrow—and horror. As Princess Diana was laid to rest, billions wondered what Prince William and Prince Harry...

ESSENTIALS OF MARKETING RESEARCH provides a concise, yet complete guide to the design, execution, analysis, and reporting of marketing research to support smart business decisions. This proven resource provides valuable business context while introducing both traditional research methods, such as designing questionnaires, and the...

For courses in marketing. Shows students how creating and capturing customer value drives effective marketing strategies. The 15th Edition reflects the major trends and shifting forces that impact marketing in this digital age of customer value, engagement and relationships. This in turn leaves students with a...

This book is the complete guide to one of the greatest tennis players of the 21st century, winner of 22 grand slam men's singles titles, and undisputed King of the tennis court, Spain's raging bull, Rafael Nadal.This fully illustrated biography charts his journey to the top, from...

#1 New York Times bestsellerWhat would it be like to free yourself from limitations and soar beyond your boundaries? What can you do each day to discover inner peace and serenity? The Untethered Soul offers simple yet profound answers to these questions. Whether this is your first exploration...