wyszukanych pozycji: 18
The Science of James Bond: From Bullets to Bowler Hats to Boat Jumps, the Real Technology Behind 007's Fabulous Films
ISBN: 9780471661955 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 226 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The science behind the gadgets, exploits, and enemies of the world's greatest spy From the sleek Aston Martin that spits out bullets, nails, and passengers at the push of a button to the microjet that makes hairpin turns to avoid a heat-seeking missile, the science and technology of James Bond films have kept millions of movie fans guessing for decades. Are these amazing feats and gadgets truly possible? The Science of James Bond takes you on a fascinating excursion through the true science that underlies Bond's most fantastic and off-the-wall accoutrements. The acclaimed...
The science behind the gadgets, exploits, and enemies of the world's greatest spy From the sleek Aston Martin that spits out bullets, nails, and p...
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69,50 zł |
The Science of Stephen King: From Carrie to Cell, the Terrifying Truth Behind the Horror Masters Fiction
ISBN: 9781620456576 / Angielski / Twarda / 2007 / 276 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Advance Praise ""What a treasure house is this book Robots, space aliens, Einstein, black holes, time travel--these themes, and much more, from Stephen King's amazing books are opened up like toy chests. It's tremendous fun, entirely educational, and a great tribute to King.""
--Peter Straub ""A fun, fun read."" --F. Paul Wilson ""The Science of Stephen King appeals to both the scientist and the longtimereader of Stephen King in me. Gresh and Weinberg use concepts from King's fiction as launching pads for in-depth explorations of concepts as diverse as ESP, pyrokinesis,... Advance Praise ""What a treasure house is this book Robots, space aliens, Einstein, black holes, time travel--these themes, and much more, from S...
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134,86 zł |
The Ultimate Unauthorized Eragon Guide: The Hidden Facts Behind the World of Alagaesia
ISBN: 9780312357924 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. In Christopher Paolini's thrilling Inheritance series, when a young boy named Eragon finds a blue gemstone in the middle of the forest, he has no idea what magic is in store for him. It hatches a sapphire-blue dragon, a member of a race thought to be extinct. Eragon bonds with the dragon and soon discovers that he is the first in a new line of Dragon Riders, fated to play a part in a war that is poised to sweep his land. In Christopher Paolini's thrilling Inheritance series, when a young boy named Eragon finds a blue gemstone in the middle of the forest, he has no i... |
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82,75 zł |
Why Did It Have to Be Snakes: From Science to the Supernatural, the Many Mysteries of Indiana Jones
ISBN: 9781620455630 / Angielski / Twarda / 2008 / 274 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Could you really use a bullwhip to swing across a chasm? Or rip out a man's heart without killing him? At last, here is the book that finally answers the Indiana Jones-related questions that have troubled you for years. It tells you everything you've ever wanted to know about the history, culture, and science behind your favorite Indy scenes and settings. You'll find out the truth about the Thuggees and their deadly practices, ancient death traps, the Well of Souls, Kali worship in India, and much more.
Could you really use a bullwhip to swing across a chasm? Or rip out a man's heart without killing him? At last, here is the book that finally answers ...
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134,86 zł |
The Twilight Companion: Completely Updated: The Unauthorized Guide to the Series
ISBN: 9780312594503 / Angielski / Miękka / 2009 / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Everyone's in love with vampires, and if the vampire's name happens to be Edward Cullen, then readers of the wildly popular Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer can't help but be crazy about him. For all those who adore Bella Swan, Edward, and the rest of the Cullen family and can't get enough, this companion guide is a must. The Twilight series follows an unlikely couple: Bella, a teenager, and her boyfriend, Edward, a vampire who has sworn off human blood. Added to the mix is Jacob Black, a werewolf who also loves Bella. Seductive and compelling, the four-book series has become a... Everyone's in love with vampires, and if the vampire's name happens to be Edward Cullen, then readers of the wildly popular Twilight series by Step... |
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100,18 zł |
Sherlock Holmes vs. Cthulhu: The Adventure of the Deadly Dimensions: Sherlock Holmes vs. Cthulhu
ISBN: 9781785652080 / Angielski / Miękka / 2017 / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 12 dni roboczych. A series of grisly murders rocks London. At each location, only a jumble of bones remains, along with a bizarre bone sphere covered in arcane symbols. The son of the latest victim seeks the help of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, who discover a common thread that ties together the murders--and the persons responsible.
Bizarre geometries--based on ancient schematics--point to members of a secluded cult. These men and women build strange constructs that will enable other-worldly creatures to enter our dimension, seeking sustenance. They are gaining so much power that even Moriarty... A series of grisly murders rocks London. At each location, only a jumble of bones remains, along with a bizarre bone sphere covered in arcane symbols....
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40,69 zł |
The Science of James Bond: From Bullets to Bowler Hats to Boat Jumps, the Real Technology Behind 007's Fabulous Films
ISBN: 9781630262259 / Angielski / Twarda / 2006 / 226 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The science behind the gadgets, exploits, and enemies of the world's greatest spy From the sleek Aston Martin that spits out bullets, nails, and passengers at the push of a button to the microjet that makes hairpin turns to avoid a heat-seeking missile, the science and technology of James Bond films have kept millions of movie fans guessing for decades. Are these amazing feats and gadgets truly possible? The Science of James Bond takes you on a fascinating excursion through the true science that underlies Bond's most fantastic and off-the-wall accoutrements. The acclaimed...
The science behind the gadgets, exploits, and enemies of the world's greatest spy From the sleek Aston Martin that spits out bullets, nails, and p...
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126,15 zł |
Computers of Star Trek
ISBN: 9780465012992 / Angielski / Miękka / 2001 / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The depiction of computers on the various "Star Trek" series has ranged from lame to breathtakingly imaginative. This book covers the gamut, and makes lucid and entertaining comparison of these fictional computers with those that now exist or are likely to inhabit our future. Throughout its history, "Star Trek" has been an accurate reflection of contemporary ideas about computers and their role in our lives. Affectionately but without illusions, The Computers of Star Trek shows how those ideas compare with what we now know we can and will do with computers.
The depiction of computers on the various "Star Trek" series has ranged from lame to breathtakingly imaginative. This book covers the gamut, and makes...
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128,25 zł |
Divergent Companion
ISBN: 9781250045102 / Angielski / Miękka / 2014 / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The first companion guide to the blockbuster bestselling Divergent trilogy--soon to be a major motion picture Written by the New York Times bestselling author of The Twilight Companion and The Hunger Games Companion, the book takes fans deeper into the post-apocalyptic world created by Veronica Roth--a dystopian Chicago in which humanity has organized itself into five factions, each with its own core value to uphold. At the age of sixteen, Beatrice Prior must choose to which one she will devote her life. The Divergent Companion includes... The first companion guide to the blockbuster bestselling Divergent trilogy--soon to be a major motion picture Written by the New Yo... |
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74,04 zł |
Sherlock Holmes vs. Cthulhu: The Adventure of the Neural Psychoses
ISBN: 9781785652103 / Angielski / Miękka / 2018 / 400 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 12 dni roboczych. Entities leak into the human realm and enter human minds. Two of the victims are Dr. Watson and leader of the cult, Prof. Henry Fitzgerald--who seeks to use human sacrifice to open the door to the Old Ones. As violence erupts in London, Holmes secludes himself in the Diogenes Club, developing an antidote to counter the neural psychoses. As Moriarty uses the drug to amass an army of addicts, Holmes discovers a link to a town in America. Innsmouth.
Entities leak into the human realm and enter human minds. Two of the victims are Dr. Watson and leader of the cult, Prof. Henry Fitzgerald--who seeks ...
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40,69 zł |
Sherlock Holmes vs. Cthulhu: The Adventure of the Innsmouth Mutations
ISBN: 9781785652127 / Angielski / Miękka / 2019 / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 12 dni roboczych. The third novel in six-time New York Times best-selling author Lois H. Gresh's Sherlock Holmes vs. Cthulhu series.
The third novel in six-time New York Times best-selling author Lois H. Gresh's Sherlock Holmes vs. Cthulhu series.
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40,69 zł |
The Science of Stephen King: From Carrie to Cell, the Terrifying Truth Behind the Horror Masters Fiction
ISBN: 9780471782476 / Angielski / Miękka / 2007 / 276 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Advance Praise ""What a treasure house is this book Robots, space aliens, Einstein, black holes, time travel--these themes, and much more, from Stephen King's amazing books are opened up like toy chests. It's tremendous fun, entirely educational, and a great tribute to King.""
--Peter Straub ""A fun, fun read."" --F. Paul Wilson ""The Science of Stephen King appeals to both the scientist and the longtimereader of Stephen King in me. Gresh and Weinberg use concepts from King's fiction as launching pads for in-depth explorations of concepts as diverse as ESP, pyrokinesis,... Advance Praise ""What a treasure house is this book Robots, space aliens, Einstein, black holes, time travel--these themes, and much more, from S...
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69,50 zł |
The Science of Supervillains
ISBN: 9780471482055 / Angielski / Twarda / 2004 / 212 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The authors of The Science of Superheroes now reveal the real genius of the most evil geniuses
Ever wonder why comic book villains, such as Spiderman's bionic archenemy Dr. Octopus or the X-Men's eternal rival Magneto, are so scary and so much fun? It's not just their diabolical talent for confounding our heroes, it's their unrivalled techno-proficiency at creating global mayhem that keeps comic book fans captivated. But is any of the science actually true? In The Science of Supervillains, authors Lois Gresh and Bob Weinberg present a highly entertaining and informative look at the... The authors of The Science of Superheroes now reveal the real genius of the most evil geniuses
Ever wonder why comic book villains, such as Spiderm... |
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147,93 zł |
Why Did It Have to Be Snakes: From Science to the Supernatural, the Many Mysteries of Indiana Jones
ISBN: 9780470225561 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008 / 274 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Could you really use a bullwhip to swing across a chasm? Or rip out a man's heart without killing him? At last, here is the book that finally answers the Indiana Jones-related questions that have troubled you for years. It tells you everything you've ever wanted to know about the history, culture, and science behind your favorite Indy scenes and settings. You'll find out the truth about the Thuggees and their deadly practices, ancient death traps, the Well of Souls, Kali worship in India, and much more.
Could you really use a bullwhip to swing across a chasm? Or rip out a man's heart without killing him? At last, here is the book that finally answers ...
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69,50 zł |
The Science of Superheroes
ISBN: 9780471468820 / Angielski / Miękka / 2003 / 226 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The truth about superpowers . . . science fact or science fiction?
""An entertaining and informative guide to comic book wonders bound to come."" Superman, Batman, The X-Men, Flash, Spider Man . . . they protect us from evildoers, defend truth and justice, and, occasionally, save our planet from certain doom. Yet, how much do we understand about their powers? In this engaging yet serious work, Lois Gresh and Robert Weinberg attempt to answer that question once and for all. From X-ray vision to psychokinesis, invisibility to... The truth about superpowers . . . science fact or science fiction?
""An entertaining and informative guide to comic book wonders bound to com... |
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86,93 zł |
A MOUNTAIN WALKED - Ganz unten und ganz oben, Band 2: Neue Erzählungen aus dem Cthulhu-Mythos
ISBN: 9783758444593 / Niemiecki / Miękka / 148 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 10-14 dni roboczych. H. P. Lovecraft schrieb 1926 »Der Ruf des Cthulhu« und begründete damit den Cthulhu-Mythos, eines der am häufigsten nachgeahmten Weltenuniversen in der Weird Fiction. Schon zu seinen Lebzeiten haben viele andere Autoren den Mythos erweitert, und nach seinem Tod haben Hunderte von Autoren die grundlegenden Themen und Ideen Lovecrafts auf ihre ganz eigene Weise weiterentwickelt.Dieser Band enthält einige der besten Cthulhu-Mythos-Erzählungen von Autoren wie Donald Tyson, Jonathan Thomas und Lois H. Gresh aber auch Raritäten wie die Story von Mearle Prout aus dem klassischen Weird Tales...
H. P. Lovecraft schrieb 1926 »Der Ruf des Cthulhu« und begründete damit den Cthulhu-Mythos, eines der am häufigsten nachgeahmten Weltenuniversen i...
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63,32 zł |
The Science of Superheroes
ISBN: 9780471024606 / Angielski / Twarda / 2002 / 226 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The truth about superpowers . . . science fact or science fiction?
""An entertaining and informative guide to comic book wonders bound to come."" Superman, Batman, The X-Men, Flash, Spider Man . . . they protect us from evildoers, defend truth and justice, and, occasionally, save our planet from certain doom. Yet, how much do we understand about their powers? In this engaging yet serious work, Lois Gresh and Robert Weinberg attempt to answer that question once and for all. From X-ray vision to psychokinesis, invisibility to... The truth about superpowers . . . science fact or science fiction?
""An entertaining and informative guide to comic book wonders bound to com... |
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130,50 zł |
Cult of the Dead and Other Weird and Lovecraftian Tales
ISBN: 9781614981305 / Angielski / Miękka / 2015 / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Lois H. Gresh is a renowned and bestselling author of weird fiction, science fiction, and many works of nonfiction in these fields. This volume, her first short story collection in four years, she collects many of her tales that ingeniously and imaginatively adapt themes and motifs from the work of H. P. Lovecraft. Gresh shares with Lovecraft a thorough grounding in the sciences of physics, biology, and chemistry, and adds an exhaustive knowledge of computer science along with a prose style of exquisite fluency and suppleness in the crafting of tales that meld terror with pathos.
Some... Lois H. Gresh is a renowned and bestselling author of weird fiction, science fiction, and many works of nonfiction in these fields. This volume, her f...
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97,61 zł |