Focused on the Late Jurassic period, this edition explores significant dinosaur discoveries from the Morrison Formation's renowned bone beds. Aimed at general readers, it offers insights into the paleontological significance of these finds, shedding light on the prehistoric world and the evolution of dinosaurs during this era.
Communication and Mass Mobilisation in Britain and Ireland 1842-1972
Focusing on five pivotal events, this account explores the history of working-class movements in Britain and Ireland that confronted the capitalist state. Each episode highlights the struggles and resilience of the working class, showcasing their efforts to challenge systemic power and advocate for social change. The narrative delves into the socio-political context of these movements, revealing their impact and significance in shaping labor rights and collective action.
Focusing on the lesser-known animals of the Mesozoic Era, this book reveals the diverse species that coexisted with dinosaurs. Paleontologist John Foster highlights the significance of these ancient creatures, such as fish, insects, and early mammals, in understanding extinct ecosystems. By drawing on extensive research and discoveries, Foster takes readers on a journey through 164 million years, showcasing how these "beast companions" contributed to the biotic history of our planet and set the stage for the modern world.
New in Paperback! In much the way that the CD replaced the album, the poster has waned as a messaging vehicle. The poster has now become a postcard and e-mail blast, leaving many to long for the lost age when posters were not only major promotional vehicles, but also artwork worthy of framing. Some of the world's best designers just could not stand idle while the poster fell by the wayside. They turned to the poster for personal expression and as an outlet from more restrictive mediums. This book showcases their breathtaking artwork, which has proven that the poster can still serve as a worthy communications tool. In doing so, they've brought the poster back to prominence. In this book, John Foster has compiled the world's finest new work at the height of this rebirth. There is currently no book on the market that can claim it features a "definitive" poster collection.
The artists featured in Dirty Fingernails , make a concerted effort to do projects that require them to step away from the computer to create one-of-a-kind designs for clients and themselves. They demonstrate that good design doesn’t have to be clean—in fact, the messier the better. From silkscreen prints to collages created from photocopies, to hand-drawn lettering, each designer explains their process and why they’ve chosen to work in their chosen medium. It’s an inspirational collection that will make even the most computer-savvy designer drool.
Put a little bit of sparkle into your Christmas with this glittering collection. Richly illustrated and beautifully designed, this book is a present you will want to open over and over again. There are poems about everything you can think of to do with Christmas - from decorations to food, from parties to presents, and of course the real reason for the celebrations. A festive feast for the eyes and for the imagination. * A wide-ranging, balanced, and lively collection, with contributions from AA Milne, Tony Mitton, Berlie Doherty and Alfred, Lord Tennyson * Illustrated in zinging, jewel-like colour with tremendous charm and energy
Go on a rhythmic romp through the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous eras to meet the prehistoric creatures every child loves: dinosaurs! With colourful artwork and a funky fresh beat, Dinosaur Rap introduces children to paleontology, the relative sizes of dinosaur species and the abstract concept of time.
A collections of poems divided into sections of counting rhymes, finger rhymes, chanting rhymes, and action rhymes.
This volume traces the rise and fall of the Church's fortunes through the "thousand years of uncertainty," from the time when barbarian and Arab invasions toppled the power of Rome, to Christendom's loss of Constantinople and the subsequent opening of a new age of discovery and learning.
