Why Q Needs U
A History of Our Letters and How We Use Them
A twenty-six-chapter journey through the history and working of the English alphabet by linguistic guru Danny Bate.
Stephen Fry is a writer whose work is characterized by a profound understanding of human nature, often infused with witty observations and sharp insights into society. He masterfully weaves together humor and irony, exploring complex themes with an impeccable command of language and style. His prose offers a unique blend of intellectual depth and accessible warmth, making his writing both thought-provoking and engaging. Through his diverse literary contributions, Fry consistently demonstrates a keen ability to connect with readers on multiple levels.







A History of Our Letters and How We Use Them
A twenty-six-chapter journey through the history and working of the English alphabet by linguistic guru Danny Bate.
Jen málo smrtelníků se pustilo do odvážných a srdceryvných dobrodružství tak stylově a triumfálně jako řečtí hrdinové. Stephen Fry vypráví jejich dramatické, zábavné i tragické a především nadčasové příběhy stejně brilantně a s nezaměnitelným šarmem a vtipem jako v předchozí knize Mýty. Vstupte s Iásónem na palubu lodi Argó a vydejte se za Zlatým rounem, sledujte, jak moudře Oidipus vyřeší hádanku Sfingy, žasněte nad tím, jak si Héráklés poradí s těžkými úkoly, obdivujte neporazitelnou Atalantu, vychovanou medvědy, staňte se svědkem nesmrtelných příběhů, které se staly inspirací všech následujících věků.
Pre-order the final installment of Stephen Fry's bestselling Greek myths series, focusing on The Odyssey. Follow Odysseus as he faces monsters, divine temptations, and Poseidon's curse in his ten-year journey home to Penelope on Ithaca. Celebrated for its storytelling, Fry's work has garnered widespread acclaim.
In Faith Embodied, scientist, physician, and pastor Stephen Ko makes the connection between spiritual and physical health. Weaving together insights from faith, science, and medicine, Ko explains how to live and worship incarnationally and glorify God with our bodies.
Step into Stephen Fry's richly colourful world of magic, mayhem, monsters and maniacal gods in MYTHOS: THE ILLUSTRATED STORYNo one loves and quarrels, desires and deceives as boldly or brilliantly as Greek gods and goddesses.In Stephen Fry's vivid retelling, we gaze in wonder as wise Athena is born from the cracking open of the great head of Zeus and follow doomed Persephone into the dark and lonely realm of the Underworld. We shiver in fear when Pandora opens her jar of evil torments and watch with joy as the legendary love affair between Eros and Psyche unfolds.Mythos: The Illustrated Story captures these extraordinary myths for our modern age in striking colour - in all their dazzling and deeply human relevance.
Discover the tales behind the ties in Stephen Fry's witty companion to our most distinguished accessory 'A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life' Oscar Wilde 'What do ties matter, Jeeves, at a time like this?' 'There is no time, sir, at which ties do not matter' P.G. Wodehouse ________ Every single one of Stephen Fry's ties - whether floral, fluorescent, football themed; striped or spotty, outrageous or simply debonair - tells an intimate tale about a moment in Stephen's life. Inspired by Stephen's hugely popular Instagram posts, this book will feature beautiful, hand-drawn illustrations and photographs to celebrate his expansive collection of man's greatest clothing companion: The Tie, in all its sophisticated glory. Distinctively funny and offering witty asides, facts and personal stories, this book will make the perfect gift for anyone who has ever worn a tie.
The story of Troy speaks to all of us - the kidnapping of Helen, a queen celebrated for her beauty, sees the Greeks launch a thousand ships against the city of Troy, to which they will lay siege for ten whole years. It is a terrible war with casualties on all sides as well as strained relations between allies, whose consequences become tragedies. In Troy you will find heroism and hatred, love and loss, revenge and regret, desire and despair. It is these human passions, written bloodily in the sands of a distant shore, that still speak to us today.
Ein Streitgespräch - Michael Eric Dyson & Michelle Goldberg vs. Stephen Fry & Jordan Peterson
Die Grundlagen unseres Wissens und unserer Meinungen bestimmen unser Denken und Handeln, doch die westliche Zivilisation steht vor Herausforderungen, die sich vehement zuspitzen: den Differenzen zwischen den Geschlechtern (#MeToo), den Ethnien, den Religionen, den politischen und ökonomischen Extremen. Wie offen kann oder muss über soziale Konflikte gesprochen werden, warum gibt es Tabus? Diese angeheizte Diskussion über Political Correctness erhellt die Problemstellungen, sie differenziert und gibt Antworten. Eine aufregende Debatte, die 2018 in Toronto im Rahmen der Munk Debates (internationales Podium für zeitgeschichtliche Diskussionen) stattgefunden hat und durch die dezidierten Positionen der Beteiligten die eigene Meinungsbildung forciert.
A mind-boggling journey through the phenomenon of language, busting nine common myths about humanity's greatest achievement
Known as the "four horsemen" of the New Atheism, four thinkers of the twenty-first century met only once. Their examination of ideas was wide-ranging. Everything that was said as they agreed and disagreed with one another, interrogated ideas and exchanged insights about religion and atheism, science and sense speaks to our present age. The dialogue was recorded, and is transcribed and presented in this book