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Bubble Gum and Hula Hoops: The Origins of Objects in Our Everyday Lives
ISBN: 9780399535628 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych (Dostawa przed świętami) The fascinating and funny origins of everyday objects-bliss for history hounds, language lovers and trivia buffs.
In this delightful volume, Harry Oliver reveals the most unusual and unexpected stories behind the household necessities, toys, common objects, technological advances, and everyday items we all take for granted. Who hasn't wondered: ?Whether Thomas Crapper really invented the toilet ?What accident led to the invention of the microwave ?Why it took nearly twenty years for someone to finally decide to slice bread ?How laziness resulted in the... The fascinating and funny origins of everyday objects-bliss for history hounds, language lovers and trivia buffs.
In this delightful vol... |
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104,33 zł |
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Flying by the Seat of Your Pants: Surprising Origins of Everyday Expressions
ISBN: 9780399536373 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 212 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych (Dostawa przed świętami) Let's "cut to the chase" and "make no bones about it"-this book will have you "pleased as punch."
Sowing your wild oats, throwing in the towel, painting the town red...Harry Oliver reveals the fascinating stories behind these and other strange turns of phrase steeped in the weird and wonderful history and traditions of everyday life. From quirky terms to street and city names and more, this book answers the questions you never thought to ask. ? What ancient empire coined the phrase "green with envy"? ? Who was the first person to "get someone's goat"? ? Which writer first... Let's "cut to the chase" and "make no bones about it"-this book will have you "pleased as punch."
Sowing your wild oats, throwing in the towel, p... |
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104,33 zł |
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Bees' Knees and Barmy Armies
ISBN: 9781843582540 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych (Dostawa przed świętami) Fromstiff upper lipto stomping grounds, an amusing look at the history behind commonly-used words and phrasesWhat makes someone "pleased as punch?" Why is New York City called "The Big Apple?" Why do we "dress to the nines?"And what does it mean to escape by the "skin of your teeth?" Every day speech is peppered with hundreds of phrases and expressions, but rarely are their origins contemplated. This intriguing survey delves deep into the history behind hundreds of common words and turns of phrase and uncovers their fascinating and amusing sources. From ancient idioms to up-to-the minute...
Fromstiff upper lipto stomping grounds, an amusing look at the history behind commonly-used words and phrasesWhat makes someone "pleased as punch?" Wh...
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68,11 zł |
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Black Cats & Four-Leaf Clovers: The Origins of Old Wives' Tales and Superstitions in Our Everyday Lives
ISBN: 9780399536090 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych (Dostawa przed świętami) Cross your fingers, knock on wood, and clutch your rabbit's foot a little tighter.
In this charming and endlessly diverting book, Harry Oliver delves into the stories behind the traditions and superstitions that permeate our everyday lives, unearthing the fascinating histories of these weird and wonderful notions. So before you search for any more four-leaf clovers, worry about the next Friday the 13th, or avoid walking under any ladders, dip into this amazing tome and discover: *Why breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck. *The best day of the week to ask for... Cross your fingers, knock on wood, and clutch your rabbit's foot a little tighter.
In this charming and endlessly diverting book, Harry O... |
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104,33 zł |
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Testosterone Tales: The New-Normal
ISBN: 9781984125194 / Angielski / Miękka / 2018 / 38 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych (Dostawa przed świętami) |
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24,56 zł |
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Das Recht auf Beschuldigung
ISBN: 9783110489804 / Niemiecki / Twarda / 2016 / 1126 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 22 dni roboczych. The defendant s position has been given short shrift in terms of its status, role, and function. As this work shows, the role of the defendant is not just one legal position among many but rather, a "systems issue" that touches upon and shapes the very foundations of criminal justice. The study sets the stage for a new fundamental debate about the grounds and limitations of accusation in German criminal proceedings. "The defendant s position has been given short shrift in terms of its status, role, and function. As this work shows, the role of the defendant is n... |
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782,62 zł |
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XRF Analysis of Ceramics, Minerals and Allied Materials
ISBN: 9780471934578 / Angielski / Twarda / 1992 / 314 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 22 dni roboczych. An introduction and guide to the analysis of mineral type materials and products using the fused, cast bead technique. Coverage includes spectrometric parameters and the analytical procedures for a wide range of substances, essential laboratory equipment and its correct use, processes involved in ignition and decomposition loss by fusion and their chemistry.
An introduction and guide to the analysis of mineral type materials and products using the fused, cast bead technique. Coverage includes spectrometric...
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1149,65 zł |
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The Lord of Shadow Keep
ISBN: 9781491021415 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 114 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych (Dostawa przed świętami) |
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33,04 zł |
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Strafmaßfindung und Strafmaßverteidigung
ISBN: 9783811454644 / Niemiecki / Miękka / 2023 / 407 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 10-14 dni roboczych. Strafverteidigung ist in der Regel Strafmaßverteidigung. Statistisch besehen stellt ein Totalfreispruch den absoluten Ausnahmefall dar. Die Erfassung der Strafmaßfindung und der Einstellungsvorschriften sowie die Sanktionenlehre sind für die Strafverteidigung daher in jeder Phase des Strafverfahrens bedeutsame und zu beachtende Wirkungsfelder. Eine effektive Verteidigung hat immer das optimal mögliche Ergebnis vor Augen und wird regelmäßig den Tatverdacht in Frage stellen. In den dynamischen Verfahrenssituationen können sich die... Strafverteidigung ist in der Regel Strafmaßverteidigung. Statistisch besehen stellt ein Totalfreispruch den absoluten Ausnahmefal... |
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274,00 zł |
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Tactical Constructivism, Method, and International Relations
ISBN: 9781032240817 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 268 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 16-18 dni roboczych. |
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209,02 zł |
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1kbw on Enforcement in Financial Remedy Proceedings
ISBN: 9781526522542 / Angielski / Miękka / 2023 / 400 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 22 dni roboczych. |
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418,15 zł |
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1KBW on Trusts in Matrimonial Finance Proceedings
ISBN: 9781526508058 / Angielski / Miękka / 2019 / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 22 dni roboczych. Are you working with trust assets and interests in the context of matrimonial and family finance disputes? A comprehensive guide to issues frequently arising in English matrimonial finance cases, where one or both spouses has an interest in, or access to, trust assets. Key topics covered include: Jurisdiction Service and joinder Nuptial settlements Trusts as resources Enforcement Chapters summarise the key principles of English family finance and trust principles through diagrams, flowcharts and tables, alongside clear narrative, to ensure the more technical information is...
Are you working with trust assets and interests in the context of matrimonial and family finance disputes? A comprehensive guide to issues frequently...
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470,42 zł |
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