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  Shanghai - Life Love and...

  Stephen Grace

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  Shanghai is the most modern and dynamic city in China. In preparation for hosting the World Expo 2010, a World's Fair in the grand tradition of international fairs and expositions, the megalopolis embarked on an overhaul to transform itself from the "Pearl of the Orient" into the "City of the Future." Here, the world's tallest buildings soar, the planet's longest bridges span toxic waterways, and the fastest train on earth rockets the city from its storied past toward a future that seems, by turns, either as bright or as hideous as the lights that set the hazy sky aglow each night. At a time when interest in China has seen a sharp increase that shows no signs of abating, Shanghai places China's development and its effects on the world into context by explaining how the country arrived where it is today and why it is building massive infrastructure projects with tremendous social and environmental impact. Shanghai provides an intimate look inside a mega-city heaving with change and offers essential insight into the challenges of remaining human in an increasingly urbanized world.

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  The Great Wood

  Jim Crumley

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  “Tackles the legend of the . . . forest said to have once stretched from coast to coast and to have covered much of the Scottish uplands and Highlands.” —The Herald The Great Wood of Caledon—the historic native forest of Highland Scotland—has a reputation as potent and misleading as the wolves that ruled it. The popular image is of an impassable, sun-snuffing shroud, a Highlandswide jungle infested by wolf, lynx, bear, beaver, wild white cattle, wild boar, and wilder painted men. Jim Crumley shines a light into the darker corners of the Great Wood, to re-evaluate some of the questionable elements of its reputation, and to assess the possibilities of its partial resurrection into something like a national forest. The book threads a path among relict strongholds of native woodland, beginning with a soliloquy by the Fortingall Yew, the one tree in Scotland that can say of the hey-day of the Great Wood 5,000 years ago: “I was there.” The journey is enriched by vivid wildlife encounters, a passionate and poetic account that binds the slow dereliction of the past to an optimistic future.“Crumley’s greatest talent lies in his ability to convey genuine sympathy for the wildlife he observes, and a somehow calming sense that, however much mankind might like to think itself above all that, we’re really all just part and parcel of the same continuum . . . A great antidote to modern life.” —Daily Record“An engaging read.” —BBC Wildlife Magazine“Crumley gives unique insight into the rich history of this land.” —Scottish Field

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  Irish Aran - History Tradition...

  Vawn Corrigan

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  Irish Aran knitting is a living tradition with a worldwide reach. Arans communicate warmth, comfort and a sense of home, which people the world over continue to respond to, even though the connection to our rocky outcroppings in the Atlantic Ocean may be long forgotten. 
  Aran grew up in the harsh environment of the Aran Islands where everyday wear consisted of home-spun fabrics and knits. Today Aran survives as part of a rich craft heritage and as high and slow fashion on the catwalks of the world. 
  Vawn Corrigan explores the history, mythology and growth of this iconic design in this beautiful and informative hardback book.

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  Video Game Storytelling: The...

  D.E. Shaw

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  Video Game Storytelling: The Ultimate Guide on Simulation Games, Learn Effective Strategies and Tricks on How to Play Simulation GamesAre you bored and want to enjoy your leisure time? Then, playing simulation games is your best choice. If you are new to these games, this is your chance to expand your ideas. Whether you want to play easy or complex simulation games, expect that you will love them all. Simulation games are too easy to play. You just have to know which type of game is fit for your preferences and hobbies. Before you become a professional simulation game player, you need to know everything about these games including their process and strategies.This audiobook will teach you all about simulation games and how to play them. You will learn different strategies and tactics so you can play like a pro and increase your chances of winning.This audiobook will discuss the following topics:- Simulation Game Basics- Research the Game Sites- Choose Your Game- Learn the Rules about Money and Advancing- What Tasks Have to be Completed?- Decide Between Multi-player and Single Player- Make Sure You Have Accessories- Getting in the Player Mindset- The Best Simulation Games- Learning to Separate These Games from Reality- And many more!If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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  Jokes For Kids - Clean Fun for...

  Frederick Holiday

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  Clean jokes for kids and family fun. Jokes and riddles for kids.

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  Finding Your Feet in Berlin - A...

  Giulia Pines

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  Giulia Pines was born in New York City, came to Berlin in 2008 and promptly fell in love with the city. Pines has written for Fodors, Time Out Berlin, NPR, Hemispheres, Slow Travel Berlin, Berlin.Unlike, and ExBerliner. She also co-wrote and co-edited Slow Travel Berlin's 100 Favourite Places.

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