Bøger af Michael Leach

Children can set off on an extraordinary guided tour of the animal kingdom with this comprehensive reference book, brought to life with eye-opening full-color wildlife photography. From the high-flying realm of the birds to the mysterious twilight world of deep-sea creatures, this smart visual guide introduces young readers to the incredible wonders of the animal kingdom. Find out about habitats, ecosystems, survival skills and more, through high-impact facts, astounding stats, and cutting-edge scientific knowledge. Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual reference guide is the perfect introduction to the world of animals for children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Discovery Library brings together wonderfully visual paperback reference guides for children, covering popular topics from animals to space!

Denne bog er fyldt med fantastiske billeder og smukke illustrationer, og den tager dig med på en vild rundtur af de utrolig smarte, underlige og overraskende måder, dyr kommunikerer med hinanden på.Mød edderkopper og fugle, der danser for at tiltrække mager, løver, der brøler for at afskrække andre løver, søharer, der sprøjter med blæk for at forvirre deres fjender og meget mere!

By following the story of Darwin's discoveries, readers can delve into core biological principles such as genetics, habitats, ecosystems, and adaptation, making it a wonderful resource for home learning.

"For many animals, communicating is as important to their life chances as finding food and water. Animal Talk is a brilliant introduction to ingenious communication strategies in the natural world. Whether it's releasing a cloud of ink to confuse, roaring to intimidate, dancing to attract a mate or howling to locate one another, the range of messaging methods in the natural world is quite astonishing (and sometimes quite disgusting!). Perfect for children aged 7-9, the animal book is filled with intriguing illustrations and spectacular photographs of the amazing, obscure, and unusual. You'll never look at nature the same way again!"--Publisher's website.

Why do trees grow so tall? Are tomato plants really carnivorous? And why do mushrooms appear in rings? This exciting and eye-opening hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the kingdoms of plants and fungi. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated, full-color maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's life and showcasing many fascinating species that will be unfamiliar to most people. Includes: - Plants of the world- Plants under threat- How plants help people- How to help plants and the planet>Brimming over with beautiful full-color illustrations, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known lifeforms from all over the world, and to see familiar plants and fungi in a whole new light. Ideal for nature-loving kids aged 8+.

"A collection of inspiring stories, poems, and essays that show the path to growth, wisdom, and compassion that comes through suffering"--

Why are flamingos pink? What's so surprising about a platypus' beak? And just what is a capybara? This exciting and eye-opening hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the animal kingdom. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated, full-color maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's animals - and showcasing many creatures that will be unfamiliar to many young readers. Includes: - Animals of the world - Animals under threat - People's relationship to animals - How to help animals and the planet> Brimming over with beautiful illustrations, and meticulous researched throughout, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known animals from all over the world, and to see familiar animals in a whole new light. Annotated maps give context to readers' discoveries. Ideal for wild-about-animals kids aged 8+.

"Set off on an extraordinary guided tour of the animal kingdom, from the high-flying realm of the birds to the mysterious twilight world of deep-sea creatures"--Page [4] of cover.

RELIGION / Spirituality RELIGION / Inspirational THE WAY OF LOVE Readings for a Meaningful Life Michael Leach, Doris Goodnough, Maria Angelini, editors ISBN 978-1-62698-465-3 $20.00

A celebration of the treasured traditions, rituals, and stories that run through the bloodstream of American Catholics For Andrew Greeley, it is the reverence of Christmas night and the exultation of Easter morn. Martin Scorsese, like many others, remains grateful for the nuns who rapped his knuckles but built his self-esteem. Mary Gordon recalls the sense of lightness that follows confession; Vince Lombardi, the strength he derived from Mass; and Christopher Buckley, the role St. Thomas More plays in his writing.I Like Being Catholic brings together the memories, thought, and hopes of famous Catholics and ordinary parishioners, lapsed and "good-enough" Catholics, and those who have devoted their lives to the faith. It captures their abiding ties to and deep affection for the Church and offers the wide-ranging, sometimes surprising views on the good things that come with being Catholic.This is not a book of theology. It is about the beauty at the heart of Catholicism. It is about what Teilhard de Chardin called "the chosen part of things." It is about family and community, the value of Catholic education, the significance of sacraments and milestones, and the cultural impact of Catholicism—there are lists of the ten best Catholic novels, the ten best Catholic movies, ten Catholic heroes of the twentieth century, ten good reasons to raise your kids Catholic, fifty things Catholics like best about being Catholic, and much more ...I Like Being Catholic is a book for all those who have ever called themselves Catholic. It is a book of warmth, affection, humor, and love.

From the reflections of famous people and the stories of everyday folk to classic love letters and contemporary "ten best" lists, this delightfully eclectic treasury shines a spotlight on the many joys of marriage.I Like Being Married is the ultimate celebration of the ties that keep loving couples together in good times and bad. With a guest list that includes Paul Newman and Joannne Woodward, Nancy and Ronald Reagan, Queen Victoria, George Burns, and Secretary of State Colin Powell (to name just a few); poetic tributes from Homer, Shakespeare, and Elizabeth Barrett Browning; and wedding readings from the Bible and other religious traditions, it captures the magic and deep-seated sense of commitment at the heart of married life.I Like Being Married shows that the institution of marriage is integral to our common humanity. There are heartwarming stories of courtship–including Mikhail Gorbachev’s charming "Chasing Raisa" and Rosalyn Carter’s story of meeting Jimmy for the first time. Jerry Stiller, Celine Dion, and others who have broken the "rules" describe how they overcame family expectations, age differences, and other obstacles to wed the people they love. In moving and amusing portraits, husbands and wives reveal the qualities and the quirks that make their mates endearing, and vignettes by Ruby Dee, Roy Rogers, and Walter Payton capture the special joys that children bring to a marriage. Long-married couples look back on a lifetime of love–and look forward to the future with hope. Lists of the ten best books, songs, movies, and sitcoms about marriage, along with evocative illustrations, round off this unusual, multifaceted look at marital bliss. Filled with stories, memories, and musings, I Like Being Married is not only an ideal gift for showers, weddings, and anniversaries but is the perfect way to explore the true meaning of marriage.