Bøger af Stewart Ross

"The international bestseller, fully revised and updated."

This much needed new edition provides a complete and essential guide to this fast developing, ever changing and often tense region. This book, fully updated for 2024, examines the origins and development of the events which have dominated the headlines for the last seven decades. Covering everything from religion and politics in the aftermath of the Second World War to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, terrorism, war in Iraq and Syria and the extraordinary economic growth of the Gulf states, it will change the way you think about the region and provide balance and clarity.

In this whale of a tale, the Big Bad Shark is looking for a tasty snack... when he comes across three delicious-looking narwhals! The loveable, pointy-horned creatures-show-off Spike, arty Spiral, and shy Stubby-discover a sunken pirate ship, and are using the parts to build their own homes. Now they are out of their depth, locked in a battle of wits with the munching, crunching villain.

Ideal support for science at primary level. From lenses to lasers, this book's careful, step-by-step narrative explains what light is, how scientists gradually learned about it, and how this knowledge has affected the way we live and how we think about the universe. The clear text is supported by lively illustrations.

Ideal support for science at primary level. Adam and Eve to biodiversity, this book's careful, step-by- step narrative explains what evolution is, how we discovered it, and how this discovery changed the way we see ourselves and the world around us. The clear text is supported by lively illustrations.

The famous detective Sherlock Holmes always insists that love gets in the way of cold reason. That is why he is wary of all women... except one! In this famous tale, skilfully and faithfully adapted to the easy-to-read format, we learn how the beautiful opera singer Irene Adler outwits the celebrated detective and thwarts his carefully laid plan to assist an important royal figure. All the classic ingredients of a Sherlock Holmes adventure are here: a race against time, disguise, calm reasoning, sharp insight - and that unexpected twist at the end!

Ideal support for science at primary level. From germs to miracle cures and resistance, this book's careful, step-by-step narrative explains what antibiotics are, how we discovered them, and the many and widespread benefits this discovery has brought. The clear text is supported by lively illustrations.

"Think you know these classic tales? Guess again!"--Cover.

Entdecke die antiken Zivilisationen von Ägypten, Rom und Griechenland in spektakulären Querschnitten.Mit seinen fulminanten Querschnitten enthüllt der preisgekrönte Kult-Illustrator Stephen Biesty die Pracht dieser drei faszinierenden Gesellschaften. Von den Palästen der Könige, Eroberer und Pharaonen zu den Wohnungen, Märkten und Sportstätten der einfachen Bürger wird das Leben in der Antike vor dem Auge des Betrachters lebendig.Detailgetreue Zeichnungen geben dem Leser einen faszinierenden und spannenden Einblick in die Welt der Antike. Ein Buch, das alle Geschichtsinteressierten zum Staunen bringt!

The longest-reigning monarch in European history!If the news about Harry, William, Kate, Meghan, and the rest of the British royals has you wondering about how this latest generation of princes, princesses, dukes, and duchesses got their start, you're not alone. Queen Elizabeth II For Dummies takes you on a fascinating journey through the life of Great Britain's longest-serving monarch.You'll find revealing stories about Queen Elizabeth II's family background, her childhood, early ascension to the throne, and her role during times of national crisis and triumph. The book combines must-know facts about the monarchy with details of the remarkable woman who has held the crown for over 68 years (and counting). You'll also read about:* Where shows like The Crown stay true-to-life and where they take artistic liberties with historical fact* Queen Elizabeth II's relationship with Prince Charles, the late Prince Phillip, Princess Diana, and the thousands of famous figures she has encountered during her reign* The subtle and at times controversial role of a hereditary Head of State in a democracyPerfect for anyone with an interest in the monarchy, British governance, power and society, leadership, or the resurgence of the British monarchy in popular culture, Queen Elizabeth II For Dummies is a cracking read full of trivia, secrets, and history that puts one of the most central figures of the 20th and 21st centuries in the palm of your hand.

A young woman stands at the door of a church. She is waiting to get married. When her fiancé does not turn up, she begs Sherlock Holmes to help her. He agrees - and uncovers a sad story of cruelty, greed and lies ...

Age range 9+Ideal support for science at primary level. From kites to space craft, this book's careful, step-by-step narrative explains what an aeroplane is and how human beings have learned to use it for their benefit. The clear text is supported by lively illustrations.

Age range 9+Ideal support for science at primary level. From exploding medicine to fireworks, this book's careful, step-by-step narrative explains what gunpowder is and how human beings have learned to use it for their benefit. The clear text is supported by lively illustrations.

Age range 9+Ideal support for science at primary level. From blocks of wood to 3-D laser printers, this book's careful, step-by-step narrative explains what printing is and how human beings have learned to use it for their benefit. The clear text is supported by lively illustrations.

Age range 9 to 14

Age range 9 to 14

This historical series really puts the story back into history! Each exciting bookbrings the past alive by linking key events to a fast moving narrative. The series is characterised by short chapters, wonderful illustrations, a glossary of unfamiliar terms and a What Happened Next? chapter.Find King Alfred!begins with the Viking's winter invasion of Wessex. The Saxon kingdom crumbles before them, until Alfred, one of England's true hero-kings, raises his standard amid the marshy wastes of Somerset...

This historical series really puts the story back into history! Each exciting bookbrings the past alive by linking key events to a fast moving narrative. The series is characterised by short chapters, wonderful illustrations, a glossary of unfamiliar terms and a What Happened Next? chapter.Find King Alfred!begins with the Viking's winter invasion of Wessex. The Saxon kingdom crumbles before them, until Alfred, one of England's true hero-kings, raises his standard amid the marshy wastes of Somerset...

Full teacher support to accompany the Cambridge IGCSE (R) Design and Technology Student Book for syllabus 0445. These resources will enable teachers to use a structured approach to delivering the course, but will also allow them enough flexibility to teach in their own way, in the best way possible for their classroom context.

This historical series really puts the story back into history! Each exciting bookbrings the past alive by linking key events to a fast moving narrative. The series is characterised by short chapters, wonderful illustrations, a glossary of unfamiliar terms and a What Happened Next? chapter.Find King Alfred!begins with the Viking's winter invasion of Wessex. The Saxon kingdom crumbles before them, until Alfred, one of England's true hero-kings, raises his standard amid the marshy wastes of Somerset...

Stewart Ross's book, which represents the distillation of thirty years of professional experience in industrial advertising and promotion, is the only comprehensive and up-to-date working guide available for advertising, sales, and marketing managers of companies that manufacture products sold to other companies rather than to final consumers.