Paul Heiney Libros

Suitable as a present for quizaholics, science addicts, the insatiably questioning, and those curious about life on earth.

An entertaining and often humorous guide to lifes most tantalising questions.

The narrative centers on broadcaster Paul Heiney's unique bond with his pig, Alice, showcasing the profound lessons derived from their relationship. Heiney shares insights into the emotional connections between humans and animals, emphasizing themes of companionship, understanding, and the transformative power of love. Through their experiences, readers are encouraged to reflect on the deeper meanings of connection and the wisdom that can come from unexpected friendships.

This travel guide is tailored for sailors exploring the West Country, offering essential information for making the most of their time ashore. It addresses common questions regarding anchorages, scenic walks, family activities, and local amenities. Covering a diverse coastline, from the rugged Isles of Scilly to the serene beaches of the Jurassic Coast, it highlights picturesque villages and cruising routes. Enhanced with stunning photographs and maps, the guide features expert recommendations, ensuring a well-rounded experience for adventurous sailors.

A colourful and good humoured insight into the private life of the puffin, and an honest portrait of human life on the ocean waves.

A handy travel guide to the South Brittany coast of France for sailors to make the most of every minute of their time ashore.

With the sailing behind you, you'll be looking to explore you destination, asking questions such as: How far to the nearest shops and where are the places to eat? You'll also need help to solve practical problems, such as finding fuel, repairs and laundry facilities. Once you're fed and watered, what is there to see and do, and how can you keep the family entertained? You need a different kind of pilot book and this guide is the answer. Packed with beautiful photographs and practical information on local facilities, places to visit and the best beaches within reach of the marina, Adlard Coles Shore Guide to the Channel Coast of France will steer you towards the essentials and the pleasures of this beautiful and popular region. Written specially for sailors and designed for planning enjoyable cruises from the western tip of Brittany to the Belgian border, this handy-sized travel guide is the perfect resource for anyone cruising the north French coast. Book jacket.

This presents a superb range of beautifully observed scenes from English rural life between the wars, when the great English draft horses were in their heyday. Heiney's text does full justice both to Soper, the artist, and to the working horses we still treasure.

Proč pláčeme? Jak probíhá spánek? O čem sní novorozeňata? Mají kočky pupíky? Jak silní jsou mravenci? Co způsobuje gravitaci? Jak vysoko sahá atmosféra? Proč jsou banány zahnuté? Odpovědi nejen na tyto otázky naleznete ve knize.

Les bactéries ont-elles des relations sexuelles ? Pourquoi les pépites de chocolat ne fondent-elles pas lors de la cuisson ? Le cerveau d'Einstein était-il plus gros que la moyenne ? Si on boit la tête en bas, l'eau parviendra-t-elle jusqu'à l'estomac ? Paul Heiney a obtenu l'aide des plus grands spécialistes scientifiques pour répondre à ces questions farfelues. Il nous montre comment les lois de la science s'appliquent dans la vie de tous les jours, et nous explique simplement pourquoi le monde est ce qu'il est...