Böcker av Joseph Piercy

A fun gift book incorporating history, culture and cocktail recipes of one of the world's most versatile spirits

Unlock the ancient art of stoicism and learn how to thrive in the modern world. A classic primer on the stoic mindset and practical guide to cultivating wisdom and self-mastery.

What can we learn from reading books? This book poses this broad question byexamining the works of some of the greatest writers in history and fromaround the world and the life lessons we can all learn from them.

A Word a Day contains 365 carefully selected words that will enhance and expand your vocabulary, along with their meanings, origins and sample usage and fascinating word-related facts and trivia.

The Battle of Britain was the decisive air campaign fought over Southern England in the summer and autumn of 1940. From 10th July until 31st October 1940 Fighter Command aircrews from over 16 nations fought and died repelling the Luftwaffe. Discover tales of courage, bravery and a host of fascinating, and little-known facts about the combatants, leaders and strategies of both sides. Find out about propaganda employed by both sides to try and influence the battle, the Dowding system relaying information to the pilots in their fighter's and the classic 1969 film starring Sir Laurence Oliver. This absorbing book is published to coincide with the commemorations surrounding the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain 2020. "The Amazing and Extraordinary Facts series" presents interesting, surprising and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure.

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Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: Shakespeare is a fascinating collection of surprising revelations, quirky characters and other fascinating pieces of trivia from the world of the great English bard.

Joseph Piercy outlines The 25 Rules of Grammar that should be adhered to in written and spoken English, defining the rules themselves and then decoding them for the layman.

A book for men who are coming to terms with the fact that they would prefer to sit in their favourite chair than go to the pub, or wear socks with sandals in case the weather changes. Full of hilarious stories, quotes, quizzes and advice, this book is here to help ease the awkward transition from being your own man to becoming your dad.

From his courageous leadership during World War II, through insights into his powerful speeches, sharp wit and tumultuous career, as well as an exploration of his accomplishments and his personal life, there is something here for every enthusiast.