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Art: A Visual History by Robert Cumming
$39.99 AUD
Category: Art History | Series: Big Ideas
Art: A Visual History is the complete visual guide to Western art, now updated and repackaged in a themed slipcase. How to tell Impressionism from Expressionism, a Degas from a Monet, early Medieval art from early Christian? Art: A Visual History explains it all -- painting, sculpture, great artists, s ...Show more
Bodies by Susie Orbach
$22.99 AUD
Category: Social Thought | Series: Big Ideas
In the past decades, the pressure to perfect and design our bodies has been unprecedented. Men are encouraged to surgically pump up their pecs, breast enhancement is a sweet sixteen birthday present in the suburbs of America, and eating problems - from bulimia to obesity - are growing daily, affecting c ...Show more
Can We Save the Planet? by Alice Bell; Matthew Taylor
$24.99 AUD
Category: SUSTAINABLE | Series: The\Big Idea Ser.
The effects of global warming are being felt around the world through climate change, and images of our rivers and oceans choking with plastic have provoked an instinctive, horrified reaction. In response, governments, corporations, and individuals are beginning to change their policies and behaviour--b ...Show more
Crick, Watson and DNA (The Big Idea) by Paul Strathern
$12.95 AUD
Category: Physical Sciences | Series: Big Idea | Reading Level: From 2 to 99
The discovery of DNA - the building blocks of life - by Crick and Watson opened up an entirely new field of science. This account discusses the implications for the 20th century and beyond. "The Big Idea" series aims for a clear-cut presentation of complex and revolutionary scientific ideas.
Is Masculinity Toxic?: A primer for the 21st century by Andrew Smiler
$24.99 AUD
Category: Social Thought | Series: The\Big Idea Ser.
This timely title weighsmasculinity's capacity forgood against its potentialfor destruction in thecontext of contemporarydebates on the topic. In the wake of the MeToo movement and the upsurge in both feminist and men's rights activism, traditional masculinity has become the topic of impassioned debate ...Show more
Is Technology Making Us Sick? by Ian Douglas; Matthew Taylor
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Category: SUSTAINABLE | Series: The\Big Idea Ser.
Modern technology has undoubtedly enhanced our lives in numerous, powerful ways--we can now communicate in real time with friends and colleagues around the world, and do mundane tasks such as shopping or banking at a touch. But has there been a detrimental effect on our health and happiness? Is Technolo ...Show more
Should We All Be Vegan?: A Primer for the 21st Century (The Big Idea) by Rebecca Chesney; Molly Watson; Matthew Taylor
$24.99 AUD
Category: Social Thought | Series: The Big Idea
An insightful look atthe arguments forand against universal adoption of a vegan diet and lifestyle. As concern grows over the environmental costs and ethical implications of intensive factory farming, an increasing number of people are embracing diets and lifestyles free from animal products. Should We ...Show more
The Astronomy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK
$39.99 AUD
Category: Physical Sciences | Series: Big Ideas Simply Explained
Explore the world of astronomy with key quotes and bold graphics to illustrate over 100 of the universe's biggest ideas. The Astronomy Book is an exciting voyage of discovery through the cosmos. Venture from ancient speculations about the nature of the universe, to the mind-boggling theories of recent s ...Show more
The Business Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK
$39.99 AUD
Category: Business | Series: Big Ideas Simply Explained | Reading Level: very good
This is an innovative and accessible guide to business, management and commerce. Learning about business can be daunting, but The Business Book makes it easier than ever by giving you all the big ideas simply explained. Simple explanations and stylish infographics open up the business world to even the ...Show more
The Crime Book (Big Ideas Simply Explained) by .
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Category: REFERENCE | Series: Big Ideas Simply Explained
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The Dalai Lama Quotes Book by Travis Hellstrom
$24.99 AUD
Category: Spiritual growth | Series: Little Book. Big Idea Ser.
For centuries, millions upon millions of people have sought out the wisdom of the Dalai Lama. Tenzin Gyatso, the current and 14th Dalai Lama, has travelled the world, spreading his personal doctrine of compassion and understanding. His sage words resonate with all who hear him speak, encompassing topics ...Show more
The History Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK
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Category: REFERENCE | Series: Big Ideas Simply Explained
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