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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Improvisation, swing, blue notes, glissando, scat.these and other ingredients have made jazz a unique musical genre, unmistakable and loved in every corner of the globe. Born in the United States at the end of the 19th century, jazz has its roots in Afro-American music, but has succeeded in becoming contaminated owing to contributions from different styles, fragmenting in turn into countless currents and categories. From the first New Orleans bands, passing through the absolute genius of 'Satchmo' Armstrong, this book retraces the history of jazz, lingering on the most outstanding personalities and musical excerpts that have marked this musical genre more than any other. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The sky is a never-ending source of inspiration for artists, poets, and anyone who has found peace in contemplating clouds or a colourful sunset. Whether viewed from below or from above - with the help of satellite images - the pictures in this new addition to White Star's popular "Cubebooks" series convey the many faces of the sky. Colourful images capture the violent force of tempestuous storms as well as the glorious sunrises, sunsets, and northern lights that are reflections of nature's gentler side. Readers view the sky in horizons that frame both the most beautiful natural parks and landscapes in the world and the skylines of the world's most sophisticated cities. Spectacular views of flocks of migratory birds pose a fascinating contrast to images of people "flying" in extreme sports such as paragliding, sky-diving or through the impressive manoeuvres of acrobatic air squads. Throughout the book, insightful captions provide fascinating facts about meteorological phenomena and other heavenly titbits. With its stunning full-page spreads, the Cubebook format is ideal for showcasing sweeping cloud formations, dramatic weather patterns, and vast expanses of deep, pure blue sky. Accessible and delightfully tactile. "The Sky Cubebook" will appeal to readers of all ages. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Dark, milk, white. With hints of vanilla or liquorice, of coffee or violet. Enhanced with dried fruits, laced with liquor, matched with pears, strawberries, oranges. Is there anything more irresistible? What is diving into the paradise of a praline, into the exalting music of a crispy square, into the infinite sweetness of a cup of hot chocolate? What is it to let oneself be enveloped by a sensuous mousse, be amazed by chocolate bars with flashes of hazelnuts, covered with a thin veil of caramel, or be pampered by the childlike poetry of a mountain of profiteroles? "Food of the gods," as the Mayas called it, it was used from the outset for preparing desserts, from the simplest to the most sumptuous. What would life be without chocolate? It's hard to imagine. Moreover, it's also difficult just to imagine the endless colours, shapes, and intensities that chocolate can take on: dark, black, milk, white; tablets, chocolate drops, ice creams, puddings, creams . Here is a lavishly illustrated volume, in a highly innovative and original design, celebrating the endless tasty variations that will delight every palate! AUTHOR: Academia Barilla, founded in Parma, the heart of the so-called "Food Valley," is appreciated for its extraordinary food products - from Parmesan cheese to Parma ham, to pasta and various specialties. The academy promotes courses that spread knowledge about the Italian gastronomic tradition, distributes the best Italian products, and spreads Italy's culinary culture through publications like this one that recount the unequalled gastronomic riches of the country. SELLING POINTS: . A one of a kind volume, for its new and amusing design, its elegant and refined layout and its rich and original illustrations . For all food lovers . 50 recipes for preparing tasty, sure to please chocolate deserts . Collaboration with Adademia Barillia is a sure mark of quality and reliability ILLUSTRATIONS: Colour illustrations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A treasure of images and information for all horse-lovers, this beautifully crafted book is a fitting tribute to humankind's unique companion, the horse. Over thousands of years, the horse has won humanity's gratitude and admiration. Horses celebrates these noble creatures, presenting them in their many environments and, above all, at the most interesting moments in their working and natural lives. Engaging narratives written by recognised authorities on various aspects of equine life are combined with hundreds of photographs to create a complete portrait of horses in all their beauty. Thoroughbreds and draft horses, shows and racing, life on the ranch and in the field, the birth and rearing of foals, famous riding schools, and equestrian traditions are among the themes of this unique book. Written in a direct, lively style, the text is especially appropriate for young readers eager to learn more about these captivating creatures. Offering an abundance of engaging illustrations in a handsome format, this book is the perfect gift for horse-lovers of all ages. Colour photographs. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A volume of photographs dedicated to the Earth with a particular regard for its most spectacular and beautiful landscapes, and for the relationship man has created with it. The 15 chapters illustrate the most spectacular aspects of the Earth's various environments - from deserts to glaciers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is dedicated to the most beautiful lighthouses in the world - the lighthouses of our history, legends, films, novels, and reveries. Spectacular photographs of land - and seascapes, against a brilliant sky or during a storm or at night, and views of the interiors (with the most unusual furniture) accompany the descriptions of the lighthouses over the centuries. This is the fourth title in the bestselling "Architecture" series which includes: Bridges (8854400327); Skyscrapers (8880952307); and World Trade Center (revised edition) (888095847X). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The idea behind the boardbook collection was to attract even the youngest readers (from as young as 3 years old); to encourage them to discover subjects and areas that interest them (nature, animals, shapes, etc.) and to help them classify the things that surround them. The series is comprised of ten little books. Two are instructive, teaching shapes and numbers; five are exploratory and describe settings that are fun to discover (farm animals, wild animals, the backyard and its insects, the vegetable garden) and three are short stories about the experience of birth in nature (the birth of a little bird, of a butterfly and of a flower). Narration becomes the background for the text since touching and picture reading are the primary means of interpretation. A guiding character accompanies the child throughout each developing story until the end, where there is a summary of all the characters introduced in the book. Consistent with the Montessori approach, the child is encouraged to interact independently with his or her book. For example, in some cases, the child is asked to use a finger to trace the outline of a shape and notice its characteristics (round, sharp-edged, jagged, etc.). In others, he or she is asked to use a finger to follow a path in order to discover hidden characters and learn to associate them with their most distinctive features (the lion's tail, the rabbit's ears, the colours of vegetables, etc.). AGES: 3 plus AUTHORS: Chiara Piroddi is a psychologist and expert in Neuropsychology, specialising in Cognitive-Evolutionary Psychotherapy. She graduated in Psychology at the University of Pavia in 2007 and continued as a teaching assistant for the Chair of Physiological Psychology, and as a lecturer in Practical Neuropsychology Training at the same academic institution. She completed her practical training at the Niguarda Ca' Granda Hospital in Milan, where she has worked since 2008, acquiring clinical experience in children with serious mental and physical disabilities of all ages. Agnese Baruzzi graduated in Graphic Design at ISIA (Istituto Superiore per le Industrie Artistiche) in Urbino. She has worked as an illustrator and author since 2001, writing more than 40 children's books that have been published in Italy, the UK, Japan, Portugal, the US, France and South Korea. My First Book of Wild Animals encourages children to discover subjects and areas that interest them (nature, animals, shapes, etc.) and to help them classify the things that surround them. Ages 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Tutankhamun's tomb artefacts and many other celebrated Egyptian antiquities are conserved in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The museum's immense artistic and archaeological heritage comes alive in Araldo de Luca's series of fine images.Here we find works of art astounding for their skill and ingenuity, objects used in daily life, and the mortal remains of great pharaohs - especially comprehensive descriptions of the famous grave goods of Tutankhamun. Also featured are treasures of Tanis, the book dedicates ample space to what a century of excavation has revealed in the pyramid sites of Giza, Saqqarah, and Dahshur, the royal tombs of Thebes, and the temple of Karnak, where hundreds of statues have been found, including some of the most splendid examples of Egyptian sculpture.Written for the non-specialist but a delight for connoisseurs as well, this volume is an elegant but practical itinerary for the world's greatest collection of Egyptian antiquities. With descriptions and photographs that bring out the fascinating details of these treasures, the book provides a clear portrait of the marvellous culture that gave rise to them. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Two centuries ago, Richard Trevithick made the first models of those puffing machines destined to become the steam locomotives so familiar to us now for the Cornwall coal companies In England. No-one could have imagined at the time that in a few decades they would have lead to a whole network of railways covering Europe first and then the rest of the world.The birth of the railway and the industrial revolution are strictly linked and we can say with certainty that one would not have been possible without the contribution of the other. Whether directly or indirectly, the railway caused profound social and cultural changes to which we are still indebted today.It is nearly impossible to recount in a single volume this fascinating and violent story of men, inventions, challenges lost and won, and technological progress. We have therefore tried to recall the fundamental milestones of this ongoing career, recounting the main events in the history of the railway and the story of the men who built it. A lot of space is dedicated to the "puffing machine". This could not have been any different, both for the technical importance which it had and for the romantic charm which surrounds it.The birth of the western United States is also tied to the development of the railway, whilst in the east the myth of the Trans-Siberian has fascinated generations of travellers, in Europe the charm of convoys such as the Orient Express have inspired many writers and film directors. In the 20th century, whilst the world of steam locomotives followed an inevitable decline, the railway entrusted its future to electricity and diesel engines. To power available grew, trains became ever faster and the hunt began for an absolute speed record for railways, a challenge which still stands. After the dark years of the world conflict, for some decades and not only in Europe, it appeared that the era of the railway was inevitably destined to end. Transport on rubber, of people and goods, is undoubtedly more flexible, but clashes with a road traffic which has become unbearable now. From this growing criticism the rebirth of the railway begins, very different from the one of a few decades ago, but with a promising future ahead. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The series, devoted to "Adventure Classics", features best selling travel literature, the famous books that have sparked our imagination. The events that have marked the history of archaeology, sailing, mountain climbing and geographical exploration are brought back to life by the words of those who experienced them firsthand, brushing away the dust of time. The vibrant voice of the captain of the HMS Bounty, Carter's innermost thoughts when he peered into Tutankhamun's tomb, the dramatic accounts of Speke and Grant, and the detailed portrayal of Darwin's voyage open windows to a past that is still alive and full of the kinds of emotions that only masterpieces can convey. This is a series that perfectly complements traditional topics and high quality publications: the search for the boundaries of knowledge, adventure, the exploration of nature, and the quest to understand man's past and present. These pocket-sized books are inexpensive, yet they are beautifully printed and bound to offer a top-quality publication. Sixteen colour plates supplement the texts, providing readers with historical documents and portraits, maps, ancient charts and colour photographs in order to portray the main characters, their surroundings, and the scenarios in which they played their roles. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. In this new collection, the Black White Red Baby Montessori board books, the scientific studies on the visual development and the Montessori theory on the visual skills of new-borns are combined to stimulate the attitude of babies in recognising shapes and figures with net borders. The four board books propose progressive visual complexity, starting from black and white contrast and moving on with a third vibrant colour: red. Red is recognised by the baby from the third month of life forward. The variety of subjects (animals, vegetables, fruits, path to follow with the fingers) keep the interest of the baby during the first year of life. AGES: 0 to 12 months AUTHOR: Agnese Baruzzi was born in 1980 and graduated in Graphic Design at ISIA (Istituto Superiore per le Industrie Artistiche) in Urbino. She has worked as an illustrator and author since 2001, writing more than 40 children's books that have been published in Italy, the UK, Japan, Portugal, the US, France and South Korea. She is a longstanding collaborator of White Star, illustrating many books for young children. In Baby Montessori: Follow Me!, the Montessori board book, the scientific studies on the visual development and the Montessori theory on the visual skills of new-borns are combined to stimulate the attitude of babies in recognising shapes and figures with net borders. Ages 0-12 months. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Jean De La Fontaine's most beloved classic fables and tales about animals (and humans), enhanced by iconic illustrations, will delight and entertain young readers while teaching valuable lessons. Each board book will cover the most important topics for character development. A precious collection presented in honour of Jean de la Fontaine's birth anniversary, which will be 400 years in 2021. AGES: 3 plus AUTHOR: Jean de La Fontaine was a French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. He is known above all for his Fables, which provided a model for subsequent fabulists across Europe and numerous alternative versions in France, as well as in French regional languages. Jean De La Fontaine's most beloved classic fables and tales about animals (and humans), enhanced by iconic illustrations, will delight and entertain young readers while teaching valuable lessons. Ages: 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Whether quizzical, soulful, or cheerful, dogs' faces express emotions that are often surprisingly similar to our own. Dog lovers of all ages will delight in this treasure trove of images, presented in a splendid large-format book that beautifully showcases the fine quality portraits. Accompanying each portrait is the dog's name and a sentiment that perfectly conveys the expression on the dog's face, from humorous to heart warming. Purebreds and mutts alike are captured in beautiful detail in these extraordinary portraits, revealing those qualities we find most endearing. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Jean De La Fontaine's most beloved classic fables and tales about animals (and humans), enhanced by iconic illustrations, will delight and entertain young readers while teaching valuable lessons. Each board book will cover the most important topics for character development. A precious collection presented in honour of Jean de la Fontaine's birth anniversary, which will be 400 years in 2021. AGES: 3 plus AUTHOR: Jean de La Fontaine was a French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. He is known above all for his Fables, which provided a model for subsequent fabulists across Europe and numerous alternative versions in France, as well as in French regional languages. Marisa Vestita was born in Taranto in 1975. She studied painting at the Academy of Fine Arts of Lecce and at the same time she did internships in comics, stage design and stage-craft . Always curious about everything regarding the world of images, in 2002 she moved to Milan where she received her first commissions as an illustrator. She is very interested in applying computer technology to art and completed a course in digital graphic design at the European Institute of Design. Jean De La Fontaine's most beloved classic fables and tales about animals (and humans), enhanced by iconic illustrations, will delight and entertain young readers while teaching valuable lessons. Ages: 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Lily is a strong-minded little girl and she has a pet dragon! She has to teach it all the most important magic words: please, thank you, hello and sorry. It isn't always easy, though: the little dragon is a bit of a mischief-maker and it doesn't always understand the meaning of those words. But Lily is patient and she'll make it understand that magic words can always help in every situation! Set in common environments for the kids, each board book is a fun and cute story for the little ones to learn magic words. Cute, little books with funny stories to make children understand the importance of the magic words to be polite. Practical examples of situations are provided, making it easier for the little ones to understand the significance and the use of the words. AGES: 3 plus AUTHOR: Anna Lang, a Hungarian graphic designer and illustrator, currently lives and works in Milan. In 2011, after graduating as a graphic designer, she worked for three years in an advertising agency; in the same period, she worked with the National Theatre of Budapest and undertook her first children's illustrations. Since then she has collaborated with the magazine Dragonfly. In 2013 she won the prize of the city of Bekescsaba at the Hungarian Biennial of Graphic Design with the Shakespeare Poster Series. She currently works for 6.14 Creative Licensing Agency in Milan. For White Star she illustrated the book Play Yoga: Have Fun and Grow Healthy and Happy! In this delightful series dedicated to the little ones, Anna Lang's tender, funny and colourful illustrations give life to new adventures for Lily and her baby dragon, who learns a fundamental lesson in each volume. Ages: 3 plus Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This title deals with the fascination and excitement of world railway history, from Stephenson's Rocket to the modern age. With splendid illustrations and a sparkling narrative, it charters the fundamental stages and main events of railway history, from the birth of steam locomotion to modern high-speed trains. Divided into six sections, each chapter documents a significant period in the development of the railways and tells the stories of the key men, inventions, challenge and technological breakthroughs. 250 colour photographs. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Board Book. Condition: new. Brezzi, Sara (illustrator). Board Book. A cute board book with pages that look like a little chalkboard and illustrations that look as if they were drawn with coloured chalk! This simple, yet adorable board book will become a favourite with the littlest ones, who will be inspired to try copying the charming, colourful, chalklike designs. It's playtime, with plenty of fun toys. All the favourites are here, drawn on the chalkboard: a doll with bows in her hair, a cool robot, a cheerful model train, a kite, a ball, blocks, and bowling pins. And every page features brightly coloured decorations, like rainbows, wrapped presents, balloons, and stars. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Sara Brezzi is a freelance designer/illustrator based in Tuscany, Italy. She earned a degree in History of Art from the University of Siena and has worked as a children's book illustrator since 2013. A cute board book with pages that look like a little chalkboard and illustrations that look as if they were drawn with coloured chalk! Ages: 0-3. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. This series is a collection of texts for children which contains playing activities aimed to encouraging the development of the main cognitive skills following the Montessori method and its most typical topics. The contents follow a progressive complexity to challenge the children to complete various tasks with great results all by themselves. My first book about the World. Using the Montessori concept of nesting elements where smaller elements are contained in progressively bigger ones, the child can see the logical sequence of their surroundings: to the house, city, country, continent and planet that they calls home. At the end of the book, the world is presented from a wider perspective, space, and from there, the world becomes the Planet Earth. AGES: 6 plus AUTHOR: Chiara Piroddi is a psychologist and expert in Neuropsychology, specialising in Cognitive-Evolutionary Psychotherapy. She graduated in Psychology at the University of Pavia in 2007. She completed her practical training at the Niguarda Hospital and she has written several books for White Star Kids. Agnese Baruzzi was born in 1980 and graduated in Graphic Design. She has worked as an illustrator and author since 2001, writing more than 40 children's books that have been published in Italy, the UK, Japan, Portugal, the US, France and South Korea. She is a long-standing collaborator of White Star, illustrating many books for young children. Includes 8 pages of stickers My first book about the World. Using the Montessori concept of nesting elements where smaller elements are contained in progressively bigger ones, the child can see the logical sequence of their surroundings: to the house, city, country, continent and planet that they calls home. Ages: 6 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Board Book. A cute series thought for the littlest ones: through this funny board books children will learn a bit more about themselves and the parts of their bodies. The books include flaps to lift, fun texts and a very modern graphic layout. What are the different parts for? How do they move? Cute board books for children to understand how their bodies work. Each book has a game proposal at the end, for children to play with their parents to earn awareness on their bodies. AGES: 3 plus AUTHORS: Federica Nuccio and Roberta Vottero work together as one, and have done since 2006. They create illustrations and projects for children s books, interactive cd-rom and animation. They have worked with the following clients: Baloon Media (Bruxelles), Bk Books (London), DeAgostini, Ed. Capitello, Franklin Watts (Hachette), Gaia Edizioni, La Spiga (Eli), Pearson Italia, Pico (Focus), Raffaello, Rusconi, Ta-Chien Publishing (Taiwan). They organise courses for children in which they teach drawing and painting, which their own children even attend! A cute series thought for the littlest ones: through this funny board books children will learn a bit more about themselves and the parts of their bodies. Ages: 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Agnese Baruzzi (illustrator). Paperback. This series is a collection of texts for children which contains playing activities aimed to encouraging the development of the main cognitive skills following the Montessori method and its most typical topics. The contents follow a progressive complexity to challenge the children to complete various tasks with great results all by themselves. My first book about Telling Time is dedicated to 3 to 4 year old children. It leads them through a series of concepts about the passing of time using a variety of fun games. The goal of the book is to stimulate the development of temporal coordinates through phase changes, physical changes and the evolution of moments throughout the day. AGES: 6 plus AUTHOR: Chiara Piroddi is a psychologist and expert in Neuropsychology, specialising in Cognitive-Evolutionary Psychotherapy. She graduated in Psychology at the University of Pavia in 2007. She completed her practical training at the Niguarda Hospital and she has written several books for White Star Kids. Agnese Baruzzi was born in 1980 and graduated in Graphic Design. She has worked as an illustrator and author since 2001, writing more than 40 children's books that have been published in Italy, the UK, Japan, Portugal, the US, France and South Korea. She is a long-standing collaborator of White Star, illustrating many books for young children. Includes 8 pages of stickers My first book about Telling Time is dedicated to 3 to 4 year old children. It leads them through a series of concepts about the passing of time using a variety of fun games. Ages 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Travel in India is a unique experience. The look of the countryside, the dress of the people, the crowded city streets with their signs in unknown scripts and their constantly changing smells, a cuisine of many delights where even the western food tastes subtly different, the temples with their brooding magnificence, the sculptured figures of seductive handmaidens and majestic divinities, the cool elegance of inlaid marble.all these provide a stimulus to the senses which changes with each place that is visited. But this forms only the visible part of the visit: behind it lies the continuing civilization of which it is a manifestation, a civilization made up of different elements and traditions, of many aspects of western thought and life style. Then, too, the enquiring visitor will have a sense of India as a vibrant democracy and growing industrial power, a vast country striving for economic progress, a society of many interests and views. Many are captured by India, and return to it again and again: nobody can be totally unaffected. This book, through its pictures, provides a visual dimension of the country - an invitation for readers who have not yet visited India, and a trigger for the memories of those who have. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. An elegant guide for preparing 100 cocktails, from the most classic to the latest trends, from the most famous to the most recent ones, this book provides original and easy recipes for all those who wish to show themselves as skilled bartenders when they entertain guests, without having any specific expertise and without investing too much time and money. The recipe book is divided into 4 chapters: Happy Hour (Americano, Bellini, Mojito, Negroni), Anytime (Cuba Libre, Gin Fizz, Gin Tonic, Sex on the Beach, Tequila Sunrise), After dinner (Alexander, Black Russian, Margarita, Caipiroska), and Cool drinks (After Eight, Cosmopolitan, Tequila Bum Bum, Vodka Sour Passion). Each recipe is divided into the following sections: origins and special features, ingredients, preparation, serving suggestions. A series of pictures that were specially taken for this book illustrate each cocktail. For each drink, information on proper tools and glasses, together with detailed instructions for preparation, presentation and decoration are provided: everything one needs to make delicious cocktails. A must for all bartenders, from the most expert veterans to the newest amateurs. AUTHOR: Gianfranco Di Niso is a professional bartender who has won national and international competitions and runs professional training courses for both freestyle and cafeteria style bartenders. Since 1986 he has worked in numerous establishments in and around Bergamo. Davide ManzoniI completed his high school education at the Istituto Turistico Alberghiero in San Pellegrino Terme, Bergamo and graduated in Cinema Studies at the Universita Cattolica of Brescia. In addition to cinema, he is also passionate about cooking and writing. Fabio Petroni has worked with some of the most famous names in international photography since 1984. He works with some of the top advertising agencies and has been involved in campaigns for well-known national and international brands. Colour illustrations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Space is the last title in a series of activity books which is a collection of texts for children which contains playing activities aimed to encourage the development of the main cognitive skills following the Montessori method and its most typical topics. The contents follow a progressive complexity to challenge the children to complete various tasks with great results all by themselves. My first book about Space. Using the Montessori concept of nesting elements where smaller elements are contained in progressively bigger ones, the child can see the logical sequence from the Earth to the Space Exploration. A lot of stickers, at the end, will make the activities even more interactive! AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Chiara Piroddi is a psychologist and expert in Neuropsychology, specialising in Cognitive-Evolutionary Psychotherapy. She graduated in Psychology at the University of Pavia in 2007. She completed her practical training at the Niguarda Hospital and she has written several books for White Star Kids. Agnese Baruzzi graduated in Graphic Design. She has worked as an illustrator and author since 2001, writing more than 40 children's books that have been published in several Countries. She holds workshops for children and adults in schools and libraries. In the last few years Baruzzi has illustrated, several books for White Star Kids. Includes 8 pages of stickers. Space is the last title in a series of activity books which is a collection of texts for children which contains playing activities aimed to encourage the development of the main cognitive skills following the Montessori method and its most typical topics. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Meet Penny and Lars, the cute penguin living at the South Pole and the jovial polar bear travelling on the Arctic pack ice. While Penny likes fish, Lars loves sinking his teeth into a juicy steak yet, they both love to indulge in a delicious slice of cake! Despite their differences, these adorable characters, who are the creation of the Japanese studio "Pompette", manage to become best friends. This beautifully illustrated book is a delightful story of friendship. AUTHOR: Pompette are a design duo hoping to deliver a little happiness through their creations. Hiroko Kuwada, known for her whimsical illustrations with a little humour, was born and raised in Hiroshima and studied design in Kyoto. Yuko Watatani is the visionary and critical thinker of Pompette. Born in Osaka Graphic illustrations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This delightful baby album allows new mothers to record all the excitement leading up to the birth of their child, capturing all those moments you will look back on for years to come. Bringing together, modern, colourful illustrations with space for those important first photographs and reactions this is the perfect gift for new parents. This delightful baby album allows new mothers to record all the excitement leading up to the birth of their child, capturing all those moments you will look back on for years to come. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Jigsaw puzzles are one of the simplest and most effective ways to learn while having fun! Created for pre-school children, the aim of this new and innovative collection is to unite reading time with playtime and manual creativity. In each volume, the pages of text are alternated with puzzle pages to put back together: in order to see how many sheep there are in the field, or what the bird's house is made of, children will have to piece together Ronnie Gazzola's illustrations on their own, giving then a whole new sense of satisfaction! Depending on the volume, the puzzles are made up of 1 or 6 pieces: in both cases they are very easy to put back together, but at the same time stimulating and exciting (and made in durable cardboard!). In "Numbers and colours with Leo the Chameleon" and "Life on the Farm", the two-piece puzzles will teach children to count from one to five and to recognise colours together with some lovely little animals; in "Where do they live?" and "Little Dinosaur", the six-piece puzzles will teach them to link each animal to their home in the first book and all about the most famous dinosaurs in the second. This is a sure method for children to learn with ease and above all having lots of fun! AGES: 3 plus AUTHOR: Ronny Gazzolla was born in a little town near Venice. After the diploma at the artistic high school and through workshops and several international competitions he approached illustration. He has worked as freelancer with several companies. He realises editorial illustrations, illustrations for children and graphic projects. Created for pre-school children, My First Jigsaw Book: How Many Animals on the Farm? aims to unite reading time with playtime and manual creativity. Ages: 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Trionfetti, Rossella (illustrator). Hardcover. Learning comes best through experience, even better if children can do it at home. With simple and easy-to-find ingredients, yet safe and highly educative, children will unravel the secrets of science through funny and real practice. Two characters will accompany children in this colourful series: the Professor will teach them the scientific explanation and the Little Robot will guide them in the practice. For each experiment there is also a "mess- o-meter" for parents to know how messy the experiment can be! Scientific explanations follow each experiment, to learn what goes on behind the spectacular effects. Disgusting chemistry, refraction of light, magnetism and optical illusions will have no more secrets! Slime, mould, germs, lights, foam. every children will feel the urge to start experimenting and.learning science! AGES: 8 plus AUTHOR: Matteo Crivellini earned his degree in Computer Science at the University of Bologna and studied Cognitive Sciences at the University of Indiana in the United States. In 2010, he founded MACRO, a firm that offers corporate consultation in the field of internet and communications. Rossella Trionfetti, after her high school certificate in Applied Art, specialised in the field of illustration. She currently works as children's illustrator, also collaborating in the creation of apps and interactive games. Learning comes best through experience, even better if children can do it at home. With simple and easy-to-find ingredients, yet safe and highly educative, children will unravel the secrets of science through funny and real practice. Ages: 8 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Two more titles are added to our collection of Baby Montessori Board books, intended to develop the visual skills of the newborn babies. The shapes are easy to recognise, thanks to the high contrast of the images in black, white and red, the first three colours babies can perceive. From common household items to clothing pieces, these board books gather a selection of everyday objects and tools. AGES: 0 to 12 months AUTHOR: Agnese Baruzzi was born in 1980 and graduated in Graphic Design. She has worked as an illustrator and author since 2001. Her books that have been published several countries of the world. Let's get Dressed is the latest addition to our Baby Montessori Board books, intended to develop the visual skills of the newborn babies. Ages: 0-12 months. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Jigsaw puzzles are one of the simplest and most effective ways to learn while having fun! Created for pre-school children, the aim of this new and innovative collection is to unite reading time with playtime and manual creativity. In each volume, the pages of text are alternated with puzzle pages to put back together: in order to see how many sheep there are in the field, or what the bird's house is made of, children will have to piece together Ronnie Gazzola's illustrations on their own, giving then a whole new sense of satisfaction! Depending on the volume, the puzzles are made up of 1 or 6 pieces: in both cases they are very easy to put back together, but at the same time stimulating and exciting (and made in durable cardboard!). In "Numbers and colours with Leo the Chameleon" and "Life on the Farm", the two-piece puzzles will teach children to count from one to five and to recognise colours together with some lovely little animals; in "Where do they live?" and "Little Dinosaur", the six-piece puzzles will teach them to link each animal to their home in the first book and all about the most famous dinosaurs in the second. This is a sure method for children to learn with ease and above all having lots of fun! AGES: 3 plus AUTHOR: Ronny Gazzolla was born in a little town near Venice. After the diploma at the artistic high school and through workshops and several international competitions he approached illustration. He has worked as freelancer with several companies. He realises editorial illustrations, illustrations for children and graphic projects. Created for pre-school children, My First Jigsaw Book: What Color Are You? aims to unite reading time with playtime and manual creativity. Ages: 3 plus. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.