What's the difference between your id and your ego? Or a narcissist and a hedonist? In 150 paired definitions, this wide-ranging psychology primer resolves any confusion.
The What's the Difference? series offers a brand-new approach to popular reference by examining concepts in pairs to help clarify common (and not-so-common) confusions. Exploring two definitions at the same time cuts to the heart of a topic quickly and clearly so you can avoid those all-too-frequent conceptual slip-ups.
You might be familiar with some of the weird and wonderful topics of psychology but wish you fully understood the difference between concepts like conscious and unconscious, or stress and burnout. Written by clinical psychologist and psychology professor Dr. Fiona Starr, What's the Difference? Psychology offers clarity through:
Snappy explanations of all the big-ticket psychology topics
A review of key figures in psychology
An easy-to-grasp format that introduces terms in conceptual pairs
An accessible dip-in, dip-out design
Read the book as a whole or choose concepts that spark your interest. As you go, you will enrich and deepen your understanding of why we think, feel and behave in the ways we do. So, if you want to know the difference between nature and nurture, schizophrenia and psychosis, the mind and the brain, then read on.
Explore the World's Most Extraordinary Islands: A Journey Through the Strange, Scary, Remote, and Naturally Odd
Dive in to a captivating exploration of 29 of the world's most unique and enigmatic islands, each with its own compelling story. This visually stunning book is divided into four sections, each revealing a different facet of these extraordinary locales:
Strange Uncover islands that defy the ordinary. From Ocean Flower in China, an artificial lotus-shaped archipelago now mired in financial ruin, to Santa Cruz Del Islote, 'the world's most crowded island', these islands challenge the boundaries of imagination. Marvel at the Floating City in the Pacific, a visionary eco-island, and learn about Kihnu, famous for the central and visible role of its women.
Scary Venture into the eerie and unsettling. Discover Runit's ominous concrete dome packed with nuclear waste, or the haunted island of Poveglia off the coast of Venice. Experience the chilling history of Fire Island, where Russia's most dangerous murderers are imprisoned.
Remote Journey to the furthest corners of the Earth. Explore Socotra and its unique flora and fauna, and Inaccessible Island, surrounded by cliffs and rarely seen by human eyes. Visit Fort Jefferson, a remote and enigmatic outpost of the American landscape. Encounter North Sentinel Island, home to the world's last uncontacted tribe.
Naturally Odd Marvel at nature's peculiar creations. Witness René-Levasseur, a circular island formed by a meteor impact, and Ferdinandea, a volcanic island currently underwater. Discover the magical floating islands of pumice and ice, and the first discovered extraterrestrial islands.
Each chapter is a voyage into islands of wonder and mystery, offering a unique perspective on our world's most intriguing and lesser-known corners. Whether it's an exploration of ambitious human endeavours or natural marvels, this book is a visual and narrative feast for the curious traveller.
Discover the touching story of a young girl and boy and an ancient old oak tree, in this sweet picture book about friendship, growing up, and our connectedness with nature.
Told in minimal and poetic rhyming text from folktale writer Dawn Casey and with soft, romantic artwork from illustrator Genevieve Godbout, the story introduces a girl and a boy who grow up alongside their friend, an old oak tree.
The tree is a constant presence in their lives as they play.
Inspired by their shared love for their old friend, they plant a new forest and tend to it together, finding their feelings for one another deepening and changing alongside the growing saplings.
As their relationship blossoms, so too does the forest.
The loving couple add three joyful children to the branches of their flourishing family tree, and the woodland thrives and grows with them - one living, loving family.
This sweet and timeless tale packs an emotional punch, showing how love is all around us, and includes instructions for how to plant an acorn and grow your own oak tree, wistfully reflecting the beauty of nature and family.
A beautiful and romantic picture book from the author and illustrator pairing behind the bestselling Apple Cake. A celebration of love and connectedness with nature, this book is printed on environmentally friendly 100% recycled paper. It's a calming read for kids and a lovely reminder that nature connects us all and of the touching harmony between us as people. A great gift for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day or just as a touching keepsake for loved ones.
Whether you're an out-and-proud witch in progress, or a witch in the broom closet, this spellbinding beginner's book will teach you how to discover the natural magick within you, and use it to thrive!
Natural magick is all about working in harmony with your environment, harnessing the power of nature to unlock your inner magickal potential.
From foraging and using herbs in spells, to using sun or moonlight in cleansing rituals to understanding the changing of the seasons and their impact on your powers, this book is an invaluable guide to anyone interested in exploring natural magick.
This magick has the power to transform your relationship with yourself, the people around you, and the natural world. Featuring introductions to everything you need to know to get started in your Craft, this is the ultimate guide that you will want to return to again and again as you develop your practice, and discover how magical Witchcraft is as a form of self-care.
Including tried-and-true tips and tricks taken from The Witch of the Forest's personal grimoire, learn about:
How to build a budget-friendly practice using only simple tools and ingredients in your cupboards
The witch's wheel of the year
Spellcraft
Candle magick
Herbs and foraging
Divination, such as tarot, scrying and pendulum dowsing
Creating your own sigils
A witch's relationship to the moon, sky and nature
How to practice witchcraft discretely in the broomcloset
... and much more!
Suitable for every type of witch and witchling - green, house, eclectic, solitary, or undecided! - this book also includes a pendulum board that you can remove to help answer all your questions.
If you are a witch in the broom closet, simply remove the jacket from this book or download as an ebook for more discreet reading.
Ground yourself in your magick, and embrace the simpler, but just as powerful side of the modern witching hour!
The Witch of the Forest's Guide to... series are a collection of guides for different areas of witchcraft, focusing on the relationship between magic, the natural world and the self.
What's the difference between sarcasm and irony? Or nihilism and fatalism? Or sex and gender?
This book is part of a new series and a brand-new approach to popular reference based on the question, 'What's the difference?'.
Inside, there are crystal-clear explanations of 150 paired words that build into a wide-ranging philosophy primer. Philosophical concepts are explored in pairs to help clarify common (and not-so-common) confusions. Exploring two definitions at the same time cuts to the heart of a topic quickly and clearly so you can avoid those all too frequent conceptual slip-ups.
This book helps you to define your terms so you can tell the difference between a chatterbox and a brainbox, a sophist and a sage, and crucially a well-informed argument and a sloppy debate.
Travel through time and across continents with this one-of-a-kind tribute to Formula One's most iconic racetracks.
Formula One The Circuits: Then and Now reveals the evolution of the sport by placing historic photography side by side with contemporary images of the same scenes, capturing decades of change in one thrilling volume.
Explore the infamous curves of Monza and Spa, once unforgiving gauntlets of speed, now reimagined for modern safety standards. Visit long-lost circuits like Pescara, Reims and Rouen, where the echoes of roaring engines remain, even as parts of the tracks disappear under farmland or city streets. From the danger-defying layouts of the 1950s to today's precision-built international venues, every chapter tells a story of transformation, risk, and technological progress.
Featuring more than 350 photographs and expert commentary from former F1 journalist Frank Hopkinson, this is an essential book for fans who want to understand the history behind the sport they love. Whether you are drawn to its glamorous present or its audacious past, this book offers a rare chance to see how far Formula One has come.
This is the story of Formula One told through its greatest circuits - past and present, lost and legendary.
A chucklesome story from author-illustrator Alice Courtley that celebrates diversity in nature, and shows that what's "best" is a matter of perspective.
Steve is a city squirrel. He's got style, he's cultured, he knows what he likes. But for a while now he's felt a call to the wild . . . So Steve packs up his things, says goodbye to city life and moves to the forest.
He's got BIG plans: he's going to build the best garden in the world. He's got his vision in mind, his tools at hand, and his rules for visitors ready. So, why don't the forest folk seem to enjoy his garden as much as he does? Steve sets off to find out, and with each forest neighbour he meets, Steve discovers that perhaps what he thought was "best" might have been missing a thing or two . . .
A timeless story about fresh starts, friendship, and gaining new perspectives.
Do you love playing Wordle? Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? If so, you'll love this collection of challenging Wordle puzzles you can enjoy anywhere, anytime!
Elite Wordle Challenge offers a dazzling array of fun and interactive brain-teasing puzzles that can be played offline, keeping you entertained for hours.
Puzzlers will delight in cracking the code by deducing letter placements from clever clues hidden in the grid. With just one solution per puzzle and answers neatly tucked at the back, the challenge is real, but the satisfaction is unbeatable!
Whether you're flexing your brainpower, hunting for a screen-free escape, or craving a Wordle twist that's a cut above the rest, this book will keep you hooked.
Perfect for commuters, puzzle pros, and Wordle addicts of all ages, this is the ultimate gift for anyone who dreams of diving deeper into the viral word game and having even more fun!
Do you love sudoku? Do you want to test your skills with a unique maths and logic game? If you do, then you will love this collection of puzzles ideal for you to do anytime, anywhere.
Unique, fun, and interactive, this collection of brain-teasing puzzles can be played offline and will keep you entertained for hours and hours.
Whether you are looking for puzzle practice to train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a sudoku challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled.
Join Petroc Trelawny on a journey through the rich world of classical music, where great composers, fun facts and clever puzzles bring its stories to life.
Written by the renowned BBC broadcaster Petroc Trelawny, with puzzles by Dr Gareth Moore and Laura Jayne Ayres, this stylish and entertaining book is the perfect blend of classical music knowledge and puzzle-solving fun.
Petroc Trelawny is one of the most recognisable voices in classical music broadcasting, known for presenting BBC Radio 3's In Tune and formerly Breakfast, as well as anchoring coverage of the BBC Proms, royal events and major national moments. With his signature warmth and insight, he brings the stories of classical music to life on every page.
Inside, readers will find a beautifully designed collection of puzzles, quizzes and curious facts covering composers, concert halls, iconic works and much more. Whether you're a seasoned concert-goer or simply enjoy listening to Radio 3 or Classic FM, this book is packed with detail, charm and challenge.
Can you tell your Bach from your Berlioz? Your Mozart from your Mendelssohn? With 80 puzzles divided into five themed sections - Vocal, Stage, Orchestral, Concerti and Instrumental - this is a book to dip into, puzzle over and return to again and again. No prior musical knowledge is needed, just a curious mind and a love of learning.
Petroc Trelawny's Classical Music Puzzle Book is the ideal gift for music lovers of all kinds. Perfect for Christmas, birthdays or thoughtful self-gifting, it's a joyful celebration of music, culture and the fun of figuring things out.
