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The Future - Al Gore - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Future - Al Gore - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

In The Future , former US Vice President Al Gore, explores the political, social and economic forces that are shaping what America and the world will become in ensuing decades. From demographics to democracy, Gore explores what he calls the ''Drivers of Global Change'', framing the international conversation about the future in fresh and provocative ways. With this new work, Gore hopes to help start a conversation about the large-scale drivers of change that are defining and shaping our future - from the rapid development and integration of radically new technologies to the planet-changing impact of the climate crisis, to poverty, globalization, and the democratisation of knowledge accompanying the emergence of a ubiquitous internet linking ever more intelligent devices.

DKK 166.00
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How to Make Money - Felix Dennis - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

How to Make Money - Felix Dennis - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Felix Dennis is one of Britain''s wealthiest self-made entrepreneurs with an estimated fortune of £500 million. And he didn''t get there simply by reading about how to get rich. He went out and did it. Appreciating that those intent on becoming rich will not have the time or inclination to read page upon page of guidance and advice on the subject, Felix Dennis has reduced his own business wisdom to 88 tenets of wealth-generation, all written in his inimitable style. How to Make Money is for those determined to get rich, for those who will not confuse reading with doing, for those who seek the narrow road. (First published in hardback as 88 The Narrow Road .)

DKK 168.00
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What's In This? - Clare Panchoo - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

What's In This? - Clare Panchoo - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

For mums and dads in a rush, buying convenience foods is a reality but ingredient labels often read like a complicated science experiment. Somehow parents are meant to decode the complex terminology, additives and E numbers to provide healthy food. So this book is for today''s concerned parents who want to know what really goes into the food that they feed their children. Revealing exactly what can be found in over 500 of the top foods that target children, as well as any side effects that the ingredients have been found to cause, this colourful, easy to use A-Z reference guide demystifies the complex jargon for parents, from the definition of ascorbic acid to what is actually in brown sugar.

DKK 161.00
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Think And Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Think And Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Napoleon Hill, America''s most beloved motivational author, devoted 25 years to finding out how the wealthy became that way. After interviewing over 500 of the most affluent men and women of his time, he uncovered the secret to great wealth based on the notion that if we can learn to think like the rich, we can start to behave like them. By understanding and applying the thirteen simple steps that constitute Hill''s formula, you can achieve your goals, change your life and join the ranks of the rich and successful. In this updated edition, Dr. Arthur R. Pell provides examples of men and women who, in recent times, exemplify the principles that Hill promulgated. With the success stories of top achievers such as Bill Gates and Steven Spielberg, he proves that Hill''s philosophies are as valid today as they ever were.

DKK 141.00
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The Facebook Effect - David Kirkpatrick - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Facebook Effect - David Kirkpatrick - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Today - six years after it was created in a Harvard dorm room - over 500 million people use Facebook regularly, in just about every country on earth. That a company this powerful and influential was started as a lark by a couple of 19-year-olds makes it a fascinating and surprising tale. That one of them, the visionary Mark Zuckerberg, had the maturity, strategic smarts and luck to keep his company ahead of its rivals anchors the tale.With exclusive inside access to all the company''s leaders David Kirkpatrick tells of the vision, the tenacity, the refusal to compromise, and the vision Zuckerberg has to remake the internet. A brilliant and fascinating cast of characters created Facebook and Kirkpatrick has interviewed all of them. Never before have Zuckerberg and his closest colleagues told what really happened as they built their dynamo while eating fast food, staying up all night, and thumbing their noses at how things are usually done.

DKK 155.00
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Handsome Johnny - Lee Server - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Handsome Johnny - Lee Server - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

''A smile can get you far, but a smile with a gun can get you further.'' - Al Capone Featured in Vice A man of singular influence in the American underworld, Johnny Rosselli''s career flourished for half a century, from the bloody years of bootlegging in the Twenties - the last protégé of Al Capone - to the modern era of organised crime as a dominant corporate power.The Mob''s ''Man in Hollywood'', Johnny introduced big-time crime to the movie industry, corrupting unions and robbing moguls in the boldest extortion plot in history. Meanwhile, he consolidated his empire by smoothly befriending studio bosses and seducing their biggest stars, including Marilyn Monroe.In the 50s, Rosselli saw a new opportunity overseeing the birth and heyday of Las Vegas, and became the gambling mecca''s behind-the-scenes boss, enjoying the Rat Pack night life with pals Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.Then, in the 60s, incredibly, he became the central figure in a bizarre plot involving the Kennedy Whitehouse, the CIA and an attempt to assassinate Castro.Based on years of research, this utterly compelling, richly detailed page-turner takes you inside American organised crime at the highest level. A story of extreme violence and superstar glamour - with Handsome Johnny in both roles.

DKK 155.00
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Ideaflow - Jeremy Utley - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Ideaflow - Jeremy Utley - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

''A game-changer'' | ''A must-read'' | ''Simple yet powerful'' The single best way to have a great idea is to produce lots of ideas. The number of new ideas your organization can produce is a metric for its ability to generate novel solutions to any given problem. Your ideaflow is the most crucial business metric that you''ve never considered . Every business problem is, finally, an idea problem. How well you can solve those problems is how well you and your business can perform, navigate uncertainty, and develop innovations.Drawing from their decades of teaching Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 executives at the world famous Stanford d.school and leading innovative companies like Patagonia, Klebahn and Utley offer a battle-tested framework to exponentially boost your ideaflow. You''ll learn how to:-- Establish a brief daily creativity practice-- Develop thousands of great ideas on demand-- Run cheap, fast tests to determine which ideas will work-- Persuade your team and organization on the importance of centering ideaflow Are you ready to supercharge your organization''s creativity?

DKK 152.00
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Venetian Gardens - Derry Moore - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Venetian Gardens - Derry Moore - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Join Monty Don, Britain''s pre-eminent gardener, and acclaimed photographer Derry Moore on their historic journey through the most stunning gardens of Venice and the Veneto.Few world cities hold the romance and historical sweep of Venice. Thousands visit every year - and a mixture of crowds and climate leave it vulnerable, so much so it is often said to be in danger of sinking - but away from the usual tourist haunts around St. Mark''s square are exceptional hidden treasures, some 500 gardens, many of them with fascinating stories.Starting in the heart of the city and working their way out to the Veneto, Monty and Derry celebrate the beauty of these places and tell their unique stories: from a beautiful nunnery garden with a history of exotic animals and a kitchen garden of the historic Foundation to the Madonna church to the estates of famous Venetian families, like the spectacular Giusti Renaissance garden.With stunning full colour photography throughout, Venice Gardens will give readers new insight into one of the world''s most beloved cities - you won''t see Venice the same way again.

DKK 390.00
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Espionage - Richard Bennett - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Espionage - Richard Bennett - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The need to defend against terrorist outrages has drawn unprecedented public attention to modern-day global espionage, from the US government''s involvement in the politics of the Middle East, Europe and Africa, to the surveillance of their own citizens by governments throughout the western world. This compelling reference resource contains over 500 entries covering every aspect of modern-day intelligence-gathering and counter-terrorism, along with a comprehensive overview of its history. Global in scope, Espionage focuses in particular on developments in the field of intelligence since the end of the Cold War:-Governmental failure to foresee recent terrorist attacks against western targets-Counter-Terrorism, including the growth in commercial terrorism-Electronic and communications surveillance-Illegal activities by the intelligence services from around the world, including assassination, smuggling and torture-Terminology and equipment explainedWith entries on individual spies, politicians and diplomats, from the players to the patsies, and profiles of the key historical events and scandals from the history of spying, Espionage is the ultimate guide for journalists, researchers and anyone with an interest in this highly topical, controversial and chilling subject.

DKK 168.00
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The Virgin Way - Sir Richard Branson - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Virgin Way - Sir Richard Branson - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

In September 2012, a YOUGOV poll conducted in Britain found that the person British workers would most like as their manager was Sir Richard Branson.With over 40 years in business, Richard Branson is an inspiring pioneer of humanitarian projects and an iconic business leader. In The Virgin Way: How to Listen, Learn, Laugh and Lead , Richard shares and distils his secrets of leadership and success. Featuring anecdotes from his own business dealings, as well as his observations of many others who have inspired him – from politicians, business leaders, explorers, scientists and philanthropists – Richard reflects on the qualities he feels are essential for success in today’s world.This is not a conventional book on leadership. There are no rules – but rather the secrets of leadership that he has learned along the way from his days at Virgin Records, to his recent work with The Elders. Whether you’re at the beginning of your career, or head of a Fortune 500 company – this is your guide to being your own CEO (Chief Enabling Officer) and becoming a true leader – not just a boss.

DKK 159.00
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Castles In The Air - Judy Corbett - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Castles In The Air - Judy Corbett - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Castles in the Air is a beautifully written, autobiographical story of rescuing an ancient mansion. Gwydir Castle was inhabited by ravers and rats until Judy Corbett and her husband Peter Welford found and acquired this 500-year-old house mouldering in the foothills of Snowdonia. Despite the toads, strange smells and squatters, they decided to mortgage themselves to the hilt to bring the castle back to life.This is an evocatively written and genuinely moving book and is infused with an extraordinary sense of place. The couple''s adventures in a gothic wonderland lead them through plots both supernatural and historical. In a museum storeroom in a Bronx warehouse they find a missing room, in the castle''s Solar Tower the ghost of a young woman appears and from the far edges of the woods a silent man called Sven emerges to befriend the couple and their beloved castle.For everyone who has ever wanted to live in a glorious house or escape from the mundanity of life - Castles in the Air is pure magic.

DKK 166.00
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You’re the Boss - Sabina Nawaz - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

You’re the Boss - Sabina Nawaz - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Former Microsoft Executive and Fortune 500 CEO coach, Sabina Nawaz, delivers a practical guide for managers, at a time when managing is harder than ever. This book explains why top performers inevitably turn into terrible managers when their behaviour, compounded by the power and pressure that come from climbing the corporate ladder, engenders toxic work cultures and saps everyone else''s enthusiasm around them. The very traits that they believe have gotten them to top, may that be loose personal boundaries, perfectionism or a bullish communication style, when at the altitude of leadership, self-sabotage their efforts and that of their team.Top Executive coach and former adviser to Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer, Sabina Nawaz, does not advocate for a leadership personality transplant, or a lengthy journey in self-development. Instead, she introduces simple strategies that you can implement today that rail-guard against the common pitfalls of management. By managing pressure and collapsing distance, Sabina ensures top performers effectively manage others, navigate relationships and communicate effectively in every context.

DKK 168.00
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Purposeful - Jennifer (author) Dulski - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Purposeful - Jennifer (author) Dulski - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Managers accept the world as it is; movement starters push the boundaries to make it more just, compassionate and even joyful. We all need to decide: Are we managers or movement starters? Jennifer Dulski, the head of Groups & Community at Facebook, and former president of Change.org, explains how you can turn your mission into a movement that creates change – whether you’re at a startup or a political campaign, a Fortune 500 company or a local community group, as an intern or a CEO. Anyone can spark change if they believe in the power of taking action, no matter where, or how small, they start.Dulski explains how to create a clear vision, inspire supporters, persuade decision-makers, navigate criticism and more. She pairs her own experience as a startup founder, tech executive and social change leader with powerful stories of movement leaders from both business and activism.Our world needs movement starters more than ever. Packed with practical advice and the inspiring true stories of movement starters from all walks of life, Purposeful will empower you to start your own movement, and make your mark on the world.

DKK 161.00
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The Ramadan Cookbook - Anisa Karolia - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Ramadan Cookbook - Anisa Karolia - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

WINNER of Gourmand Awards 2023 Best Influencer Cookbook of the Year Discover 80 delicious, easy-to-make recipes perfect for the holy month of Ramadan. In this cookbook, you''ll find all the recipes you need to make your Ramadan meals family-friendly, fuss-free and filling.From perfect predawn meals for Suhoor, to hearty and satisfying meals for Iftar, as well as dishes made for celebrating with friends and family during Eid al-Fitr, and all the accompanying salads, chutneys, breads, drinks and desserts you''ll need, this book has all the most popular Ramadan dishes covered.Accompanied by gorgeous photographs throughout, these recipes from much-loved food blogger Anisa Karolia are for anyone looking to eat well before and after fasting.

DKK 311.00
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Bored of Lunch Healthy Slow Cooker: Even Easier - Nathan Anthony - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Bored of Lunch Healthy Slow Cooker: Even Easier - Nathan Anthony - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

FROM THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SENSATION , BORED OF LUNCH All new '' e ven easier'' slow cooker recipes to enjoy delicious, healthy and budget -friendly food every day. From Nathan Anthony, the home cook with over 3 million followers, comes another book of recipes to transform your weeknight cooking. Filled with all your favourite fakeaways, pastas, pies, soups and curries, as well as a whole chapter on meal prep recipes, you will be amazed what you can make in a slow cooker.Here are recipes with hardly any prep, fewer ingredients and clever time-saving tips, making it a must-have for any busy home-cook. Every recipe is 500 calories or under, providing a hassle-free way to enjoy lighter versions of your family favourites.As a lower-energy alternative to a conventional oven, slow cookers are a cost-efficient way to save on your household bill. And with a focus on everyday, easy-to-find ingredients, this is food you can cook without breaking the bank.With a photo for every recipe, dishes include Teriyaki Beef Bowls, Chicken Pad Thai, Tomato and Mascarpone Risotto with Sticky Halloumi and Carrot Cake Overnight Oats. Healthy, satisfying food has never been so easy. Instant Official UK Top 50 Number One, January 2024 Sunday Times bestseller, January 2024

DKK 192.00
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The Children's Block - Otto B Kraus - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Children's Block - Otto B Kraus - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

''We lived on a bunk built for four but in times of overcrowding, it slept seven and at times even eight. There was so little space on the berth that when one of us wanted to ease his hip, we all had to turn in a tangle of legs and chests and hollow bellies as if we were one many-limbed creature, a Hindu god or a centipede. We grow intimate not only in body but also in mind because we knew that though we were not born of one womb, we would certainly die together.'' Alex Ehren is a poet, a prisoner and a teacher in block 31 in Auschwitz-Birkenau, the children’s block. He spends his days trying to survive while illegally giving lessons to his young charges while shielding them as best he can from the impossible horrors of the camp. But trying to teach the children is not the only illicit activity that Alex is involved in. Alex is keeping a diary… Originally published as THE PAINTED WALL, Otto Kraus’s autobiographical novel, tells the true story of 500 Jewish children who lived in the Czech Family Camp in Auschwitz-Birkenau between September 1943 and June 1944.

DKK 141.00
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Think And Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Think And Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Discover the 13 powerful principles behind every great success story The timeless bestseller setting out Hills’s formula for money-making success Napoleon Hill, America''s most beloved motivational author, devoted 25 years to finding out how the wealthy became that way. After interviewing over 500 of the most affluent men and women of his time, he uncovered the secret to great wealth based on the notion that if we can learn to think like the rich, we can start to behave like them. By understanding and applying the thirteen simple steps that constitute Hill''s formula, you can achieve your goals, change your life and join the ranks of the rich and successful. Hill’s principles include Faith (true belief you can achieve your goal through visualisation), Autosuggestion (influencing the subconscious mind) and Decision (overcoming procrastination and being decisive). Backed by decades of success stories from over 15 million readers, mastering Hill’s principles will help you to become a top-achiever.In this updated edition, Dr. Arthur R. Pell provides examples of men and women who, in recent times, exemplify the principles that Hill promulgated. With the success stories of top achievers such as Bill Gates and Steven Spielberg, he proves that Hill''s philosophies are as valid today as they ever were.

DKK 141.00
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Cash - "rolling Stone" - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Cash - "rolling Stone" - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Johnny Cash is a giant of American music. Since its inception in the late 60s, Rolling Stone magazine has followed Cash''s career, writing about him in settings ranging from San Quentin prison to a glitzy Vegas hotel. This is a stunning tribute to a man whose legacy is exceeded only by his legend. Includes:A moving foreword by his daughter Rosanne A 1973 interview conducted in a Las Vegas hotel suite which shows Cash at the peak of his gameA visit with Johnny and June''s only son, John Carter CashPersonal tributes from Bob Dylan, Bono, Al Gore, Tom Petty and many more Cash , first published in hardback to great acclaim and now in mass-market paperback, is a moving tribute to the life, career and influence of this great American man.

DKK 159.00
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Madhur Jaffrey's World Vegetarian - Madhur Jaffrey - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Madhur Jaffrey's World Vegetarian - Madhur Jaffrey - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Vegetarian cookery, once associated with the East, is now a firmly established part of our Western culture and eating habits. As meat-free cooking has grown in popularity and sophistication, we have borrowed a whole range of techniques and ideas from various cultures, creating an exciting tradition of globally influenced vegetarian cuisine. Rather than approaching vegetarianism from a dry, didactic standpoint, this major cookery book takes as its starting point the principle that vegetarian cooking is one of the most interesting, dynamic areas in food today and provides a collection of the very best vegetarian recipes the world''s cuisines have to offer. Chapter to chapter the book focuses on different ingredients, from vegetables and grains to pulses and dairy products, providing fascinating information about less familiar ingredients, such as wild rice or the many kinds of salad leaves available. Over 500 vegetarian recipes draw on the whole world for their inspiration, from Thailand to Tunisia, from the Mediterranean to Mexico. Throughout Madhur Jaffrey''s renowned talent for informing and inspiring her audience is apparent, and her own personal anecdotes and stories set the recipes in context. Madhur Jaffrey''s World Vegetarian will be a milestone in modern cuisine and is a cookbook which is set to be on kitchen shelves for many, many years to come.

DKK 390.00
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Lean In - Sheryl Sandberg - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Lean In - Sheryl Sandberg - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In is a massive cultural phenomenon and its title has become an instant catchphrase for empowering women. The book soared to the top of bestseller lists internationally, igniting global conversations about women and ambition. Sandberg packed theatres, dominated opinion pages, appeared on every major television show and on the cover of Time magazine, and sparked ferocious debate about women and leadership.Ask most women whether they have the right to equality at work and the answer will be a resounding yes, but ask the same women whether they''d feel confident asking for a raise, a promotion, or equal pay, and some reticence creeps in.The statistics, although an improvement on previous decades, are certainly not in women''s favour – of 197 heads of state, only twenty-two are women. Women hold just 20 percent of seats in parliaments globally, and in the world of big business, a meagre eighteen of the Fortune 500 CEOs are women. In Lean In , Sheryl Sandberg – Facebook COO and one of Fortune magazine''s Most Powerful Women in Business – draws on her own experience of working in some of the world''s most successful businesses and looks at what women can do to help themselves, and make the small changes in their life that can effect change on a more universal scale.

DKK 139.00
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In Our Own Image - George Zarkadakis - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

In Our Own Image - George Zarkadakis - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

''TIMELY AND IMPORTANT'' JIM AL-KHALILI In Our Own Image by Dr George Zarkadakis explores one of humankind’s oldest love–hate relationships – our ties with Artificial Intelligence or AI. Zarkadakis traces AI’s origins in ancient myth, through literary classics such as Frankenstein , to today’s sci-fi blockbusters, arguing that a fascination with AI is hardwired into the human psyche. He explains AI’s history, technology and potential; its manifestations in intelligent machines; its connections to neurology and consciousness, as well as – perhaps most tellingly – what AI reveals about us as human beings. In Our Own Image argues that we are on the brink of a fourth industrial revolution – poised to enter the age of Artificial Intelligence as science fiction becomes science fact. Ultimately, Zarkadakis observes, the fate of AI has profound implications for the future of science and humanity itself…

DKK 159.00
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The Airbnb Story - Leigh Gallagher - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Airbnb Story - Leigh Gallagher - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

''An engrossing story of audacious entrepreneurism'' -- Charles Duhigg ''Captures the remarkable journey of Airbnb exceedingly well'' -- Reid Hoffman ''fast paced, fun dive into one of the seminal firms of our time'' -- Rana Foroohar In 2008, two broke art school graduates and their coder-whiz friend set up a platform that – in less than a decade – became one of the largest provider of accommodations in the world. Now valued at $31 billion, Airbnb is in the very top tier of Silicon Valley’s ‘unicorn’ startups.Yet the company has not been without controversy – disrupting a $500 billion hotel industry makes you a few enemies. This is also a story of regulators who want to shut it down, hotel industry leaders who want it to disappear and neighbourhoods that struggle with private homes open for public rental. But beyond the headlines and the horror stories, Airbnb has changed the terms of travel for a whole generation – where a sense of belonging has built trust between hosts and guests seeking a more original travel experience that hotels have struggled to replicate.This is the first, definitive book to tell the remarkable story behind Airbnb in all its forms – cultural zeitgeist, hotel disruptor, enemy to regulators – and the first in-depth character study of its leader Brian Chesky, the company’s curious co-founder and CEO. It reveals what got Airbnb where it is today, why they are nothing like Uber, and where they are going next.

DKK 155.00
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The Migraine Handbook - Migraine Action Association - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Migraine Handbook - Migraine Action Association - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

At least one in ten people suffer from migraine. It is not simply a problem affecting women but also young children and a good third of sufferers are men. The Migraine Handbook looks at the mystery and soci al stigma of migraine from all perspectives, details its symptoms and addresses the questions of whether it is hereditary, how it relates to hormone levels, age and factors such as noise, light, certain types of dairy foods, caffine-rich foods and food additives, overwork and excessive exercise, all of which are common triggers. The book is full of grapevine advice from scores of sufferers and details of what to avoid and how to cope with attacks. It also provides an in-depth look at treatments such as acupuncture, yoga and homeopathy. Now fully updated to include the latest drugs available to migraine sufferers, this new edition of The Migraine Handbook points the way forward for doctors and suferers alike and helps them to come to terms with, and conquer, migraine.

DKK 141.00
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Art, Passion & Power - Michael Hall - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Art, Passion & Power - Michael Hall - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

"Hall’s consummate history is not just the story of the evolution of one of the world’s great collections… The book is also a through-the-keyhole insight into the shifting tastes, good or bad, of 1,000 years of monarchs." - The Times The Royal Collection is the last great collection formed by the European monarchies to have survived into the twenty-first century. Containing over a million artworks and objects, it covers all aspects of the fine and decorative arts, from paintings by Rembrandt and Michelangelo to grand sculpture, Fabergé eggs and some of the most exquisite furniture ever made. The Royal Collection also offers a revealing insight into the history of the British monarchy from William the Conqueror to Queen Elizabeth II, recording the tastes and obsessions of kings and queens over the past 500 years. With unprecedented access to the royal residences of St James'' Palace, Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace, Art, Passion & Power traces the history of this national institution from the Middle Ages to the present day, exploring how royalty used the arts to strengthen their position as rulers by divine right and celebrating treasures from the Crown Jewels to the "Abraham" tapestries in Hampton Court Palace. Author Michael Hall examines the monarchy''s response to changing attitudes to the arts and sciences during the Enlightenment and celebrates the British monarchy''s role in the democratisation of art in the modern world. Packed with glimpses of rarely seen artworks, Art, Passion & Power is a visual treat for all art enthusiasts. Accompanying the BBC television series and a major exhibition at the Royal Academy, Art, Passion & Power is the definitive statement on the British monarchy''s treasures of the art world.

DKK 291.00
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Elite Forces - R.m. Bennett - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Elite Forces - R.m. Bennett - Bog - Ebury Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The invincible reputation of specialist military units such as the USA''s Delta Force, Israel''s IDP, and of course, Britian''s SAS has grown steadily in recent years. Thanks to a number of successful campaigns and anti-terror operations, from London''s Iranian Embassy siege in 1980 to the second Gulf War, in which they played a crucial role, it''s now assumed that special forces are ideal for our world of small, localised conflicts - and especially George W Bush''s war on terror.Elite Forces: The World''s Most Formidable Secret Armies:- Contains over 500 compelling entries that cut through myth and secrecy.- Details the history, selection and training procedures and orders of battle of every major elite fighting force in the world today.- Is packed with hair-raising examples of individual heroism, endurance and courage in adversity.- Is fully up to date and includes recent coalition operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.- Takes an objective look at what happens when things go wrong, as they did most famously during the Gulf War of 1991 and in America''s intervention in Somalia in 1993.- Explores the hidden links between elite forces and governments, intelligence organisations and business, and their controversial lack of accountability.- Examines how new technologies have come to the aid of the elite soldier.This is the first book of its kind to examine all aspects of the overlap between elite forces and the hidden worlds of intelligence and counter-terrorism, and takes an objective look at the secret, controversial role of special forces and ''Freelancers'' in covert, deadly operations around the world. Elite Forces is a compelling, revealing - and occasionally shocking - read, and an authoritive and easy-to-use reference resource.

DKK 161.00
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