2091,86 zł

Emaga 2-Seater Sofa Bed with Footstool Black Fabric VidaXL

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This sofa bed with a footstool is a perfect solution for accommodating overnight guests while providing a comfortable seating space during the day. Durable material: The fabric features a simple and clean look, and is breathable and durable. Adjustable backrest: You can push the two separate back cushions partially or fully down, to create an ideal spot for a nap or a twin bed. Sturdy and stable frame: The wooden frame of sleeper sofa ensures sturdiness and stability. Additional comfort: This footstool is suitable for putting your feet up at the end of the day or to offer you an additional seat in your living room or front entrance. Color: Black Material: Fabric (100% polyester), wood, plastic with wooden looking Filling material: Foam Easily convertible into a bed Max. loading capacity (per seat): 242.5 lb Assembly required: Yes Sofa (when not extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 33.3" x 27.2" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 19.7" Seat height from the ground: 12.6" Back height (full up): 27.2" Back height (half up): 22" Armrest height from the ground: 20.5" Feet height: 5.9" Bed (when extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 39.4" x 20.5" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 39.4" Footstool: Color: Black Material: Fabric (100% polyester), plywood Filling material: Foam Dimensions: 30.3" x 21.7" x 12.2" (W x D x H) Assembly required: Yes Delivery contains: 1 x Sofa bed 1 x Footstool

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41,70 zł

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Penguin

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Boisterous, ribald, and ultimately shattering, Ken Kesey's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is the seminal novel of the 1960s that has left an indelible mark on the literature of our time. Here is the unforgettable story of a mental ward and its inhabitants, especially the tyrannical Big Nurse Ratched and Randle Patrick McMurphy, the brawling, fun-loving new inmate who resolves to oppose her. We see the struggle through the eyes of Chief Bromden, the seemingly mute half-Indian patient who witnesses and understands McMurphy's heroic attempt to do battle with the awesome powers that keep them all imprisoned. This morning the lockworks rattle strange; it's not a regular visitor at the door. An Escort Man's voice calls down, edgy and impatient, 'Admission, come sign for him,' and the black boys go. Admission. Everybody stops playing cards and Monopoly, turns towards the day-room door. Most days I'd be out sweeping the hall and see who they're signing in, but this morning, like I explain to you, the Big Nurse put a thousand pounds down me and I can't budge out of the chair. Most days I'm the first one to see the Admission, watch him creep in the door and slide along the wall and stand scared till the black boys come sign for him and take him into the shower room, where they strip him and leave him shivering with the door open while they all three run grinning up and down the halls looking for the Vaseline. 'We need that Vaseline,' they'll tell the Big Nurse, 'for the thermometer.' She looks from one to the other: 'I'm sure you do,' and hands them a jar holds at least a gallon, 'but mind you boys don't group up in there.' Then I see two, maybe all three of them in there, in that shower room with the Admission, running that thermometer around in the grease till it's coated the size of your finger, crooning,

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65,21 zł

Rackham's Fairy Tale Illustrations Dover Publications Inc.

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

List of PlatesLITTLE BROTHER AND LITTLE SISTER AND OTHER TALES BY THE BROTHERS GRIMM1 "She took off her golden garter and put it round the roe-buck's neck ("Little Brother and Little Sister")"2 "The end of his beard was caught in a crack in the tree ("Snow-White and Rose-Red)"3 "The third time she wore the star-dress which sparkled at every step ("The True Sweetheart")"4 "Suddenly the branches twined round her and turned into two arms ("The Old Woman in the Wood")"5 "He played until the room was entirely full of gnomes ("The Gnomes")"6 "What did she find there but real ripe strawberries ("The Three Little Men in the Wood")"7 "The waiting maid sprang down first and Maid Maleen followed ("Maid Maleen")"8 "She begged quite prettily to be allowed to spend the night there ("The Hut in the Forest")"SNOWDROP AND OTHER TALES BY THE BROTHERS GRIMM9 "The Dwarfs, when they came in the evening, found Snowdrop lying on the ground ("Snowdrop")"10 "The King could not contain himslef for joy ("Briar Rose")"11 "The young Prince said, "I am not afraid; I am determined to go and look upon the lovely Briar Rose" ("Briar Rose")"12 "Ashenputtel goes to the ball ("Ashenputtel")"13 "The fishes, in their joy, stretched up their head above the water, and promised to reward him ("The White Snake")"14 "So the four brothers took their sticks in their hands, bade their father good-bye, and passed out of the town gate ("The Four Clever Brothers")"15 "The King's only daughter had been carried off by a dragon ("The Four Clever Brothers")"16 "She went away accompanied by the lions ("The Lady and the Lion")"17 "Alas! Dear Falada, there thou hangest ("The Goosegirl")"18 "Bow, blow, little breeze, And Conrad's hat seize ("The Goosegirl")"19 "Good Dwarf, can you not tell me where my brothers are? ("The Water of Life")"20 "The son made a circle, and his father and he took their places within it, and the little black Manniken appeared ("The King of the Golden Mountain")"21 "But they said one after another: "Halloa! Who has been eating off my plate? Who has been drinking out of my cup?" ("The Seven Ravens")"22 "The beggar took her by the hand and led her away ("King Thrushbeard")"HANSEL AND GRETHEL AND OTHER TALES BY THE BROTHERS GRIMM23 "All at once the door opened and an old, old woman, supporting herself on a crutch, came hobbling out ("Hansel and Grethel")"24 "Hansel put out a knuckle-bone, and the old woman, whose eyes were dim, could not see it, and thought it was his finger, and she was much astonished that he did not get fat ("Hansel and Grethel")"25 "Once there was a poor old woman who lived in a village ("The Straw, the Coal, and the Bean") "26 "So she seized him with two fingers, and carried him upstairs ("The Frog Prince")"27 "The cat stole away behind the city walls to the church ("The Cat and Mouse in Partnership")"28 "The witch climbed up ("Rapunzel")"29 "When she got to the wood, she met a wolf ("Red Riding Hood")"30 "O Grandmother, what big ears you have got" she said ("Red Riding Hood")"31 "The old man had to sit by himself, and ate his food from a wooden bowl ("The Old Man and His Grandson")"THE ALLIES' FAIRY BOOK32 "In a twinkling the giant put each garden, and orchard, and castle in the bundle as they were before ("The Battle of the Birds")"33 "If thou wilt give me this pretty little one," says the king's son. "I will take thee at they word" ('"The Battle of the Birds")"34 "Now, Guleesh, what good will she be to you when she'll be dumb? It's time for us to go-but you'll remember us, Guleesh")"35 "The sleeping Princess ("The Sleeping Beauty")"36 "So valiantly did they grapple with him that they bore him to the ground and slew him ("Cesarino and the Dragon")"37 "The birds showed the young man the white dove's nest ("What Came of Picking Flowers")"38 "Art thou warm, maiden? Art thou warm, pretty one? Art thou warm, my darling?" ("Frost")"39 "Nine peahens flew towards the tree, and eight of them settled on its branches, but the ninth alighted near him and turned instantly into a beautiful girl ("The Golden Apple-Tree and the Nine Peahens")"40 "The dragon flew out and caught the queen on the road and carried her away ("The Golden Apple Tree and the Nine Peahens")"ENGLISH FAIRY TALES41 "Mr. And Mrs. Vinegar at home ("Mr. And Mrs. Vinegar")"42 "Somebody has been at my porriedge, and has eaten it all up!" ("The Story of the Three Bears")"43 "The giant Cormoran was the terror of all the country-side ("Jack the Giant-Killer")"44 "Tree of mine! O tree of mine! Have you seen my naughty little maid?" ("The Two Sisters")"45 "Fee-fi-fo-fum, I smell the blood of an Englishman" ("Jack and the Beanstalk")"46 "She went along, and went along, and went along ("Catskin")"47 "They thanked her and said good-bye, and she went on her journey ("The Three Heads of the Well")"48 "Many's the beating he had from the broomstick or the ladle ("Dick Whittington and his Cat")"49 "When Puss saw the rats and mice she didn't want to be told ("Dick Whittington and his Cat")"50 "She sat down and plaited herself an overall of rushes and a cap to match ("Caporushes")"IRISH FAIRY TALES51 "In a forked glen into which he slipped at night-fall he was surrounded by giant toads ("Becuma of the White Skin")"52 "My life became a ceaseless scurry and wound and escape, a burden and anguish of watchfullness" ("The Story of Tuan Mac Cairill")"53 "She looked angry woe at the straining and snarling horde below ("The Wooing of Becfola")"Headpiece [on title page] By day she made herself into a cat . . .Tailpiece [following Plate 53] . . . or a screech owl

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1568,90 zł

Emaga 2-Seater Sofa Bed Dark Gray Fabric VidaXL

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This sofa bed is a perfect solution for accommodating overnight guests while providing a comfortable seating space during the day. 2-in-1 function: This day bed sofa converts quickly and easily from a sofa to a bed and back again. You can push the two separate backrests partially or fully down to create an ideal spot for a nap or a twin bed. Comfortable seat experience: This sleeper sofa is covered in a soft and comfortable fabric. The fabric features a simple and clean look while remaining breathable and long-lasting. Solid and stable frame: This 2-seater sofa has a wooden frame that offers stability and sturdiness. Multi-purpose: This guest bed is great for various spaces like living rooms, home theatres, basements, small rooms, dormitories, apartments, studios, and offices. It provides a happy family entertainment experience and enhances the decor of your room as well. Color: Dark gray Material: Fabric (100% polyester), wood, plastic with wooden looking Filling material: Foam Easily convertible into a bed Max. loading capacity (per seat): 242.5 lb Assembly required: Yes Sofa (when not extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 33.3" x 27.2" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 19.7" Seat height from the ground: 12.6" Back height (full up): 27.2" Back height (half up): 22" Armrest height from the ground: 20.5" Feet height: 5.9" Bed (when extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 39.4" x 20.5" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 39.4"

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1568,90 zł

Emaga 2-Seater Sofa Bed Black Fabric VidaXL

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This sofa bed is a perfect solution for accommodating overnight guests while providing a comfortable seating space during the day. 2-in-1 function: This day bed sofa converts quickly and easily from a sofa to a bed and back again. You can push the two separate backrests partially or fully down to create an ideal spot for a nap or a twin bed. Comfortable seat experience: This sleeper sofa is covered in a soft and comfortable fabric. The fabric features a simple and clean look while remaining breathable and long-lasting. Solid and stable frame: This 2-seater sofa has a wooden frame that offers stability and sturdiness. Multi-purpose: This guest bed is great for various spaces like living rooms, home theatres, basements, small rooms, dormitories, apartments, studios, and offices. It provides a happy family entertainment experience and enhances the decor of your room as well. Color: Black Material: Fabric (100% polyester), wood, plastic with wooden looking Filling material: Foam Easily convertible into a bed Max. loading capacity (per seat): 242.5 lb Assembly required: Yes Sofa (when not extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 33.3" x 27.2" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 19.7" Seat height from the ground: 12.6" Back height (full up): 27.2" Back height (half up): 22" Armrest height from the ground: 20.5" Feet height: 5.9" Bed (when extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 39.4" x 20.5" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 39.4"

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329,02 zł

Norbert Singer - My Racing Life with Porsche 1970-2004 Sportfahrer

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

'The gearbox in the 917 needs to survive the 24 Hours of Le Mans without overheating. But the new cooling system can't create any additional drag. Okay, off you go.' That was the first task given to newly-qualified aerospace and automotive engineer Norbert Singer when he joined Porsche's racing development programme in the spring of 1970.As we now know the gearbox was reliable, Porsche won the race, and Norbert Singer stayed loyal to the German carmaker for decades to come. To celebrate Singer's 80th birthday, Sportfahrer Verlag in Düren brings you ##BOOK TITLE##. What started out as a plan to update an older book has, through many conversations between Singer and author Wilfried Müller, grown into a comprehensive and detailed autobiography.Across 16 chapters and more than 350 pages Singer describes the greatest era of Porsche racing to date from his own unique perspective, that of a visionary race engineer and aerodynamicist, and cunning tactician and interpreter of rules. From the 917 to the 911 Carrera RSR, to the world championship-winning 935, to the lightest (735 kilograms) and fastest (366 km/h) 911 in history. Singer also details the background of the three-time Le Mans-winning Porsche 936.Like the Carrera Turbo RSR and the 935, Singer was the project manager for the ground-breaking Porsche 956. The car wrote Porsche into the motor racing history books. Singer successfully took the "ground effect" aerodynamic concept used in Formula 1 and applied it to two-seater sportscars. At the time it was pinnacle of Singer's passionate search for downforce. Drivers like Jacky Ickx, Stefan Bellof, Derek Bell, Jochen Mass and Hans-Joachim Stuck achieved unthinkable cornering speeds in these 800-horsepower cars, collecting five world championships along the way.In the mid-1980s Porsche ventured into unknown - and, as it turned out, very difficult - territory with its single-seater programme in the American CART series. Singer details the tumultuous saga from the inside. A more enjoyable recollection is the artful transformation of a racing prototype into a Gran Turismo car, the Porsche 962 LM GT1, which conquered Le Mans in 1994. Continuing the GT1 theme, Singer led the development of the first mid-engine 911 in 1996, one of those cars then winning at Le Mans in 1998. It was the 16th triumph for Porsche at the world's most famous endurance race. Singer was involved in all of them as an engineer, and most of them as a tactician and strategist on the pit wall. His detailed recollections of those 24-hour marathons make up much of the book, from his escape from the CEO, to an improvised air lift for parts.At the end of the 1990s the man with the reading glasses always sitting low on his nose designed the groundbreaking aerodynamics on the LMP2000 Spyder - only for the car to be resigned to secrecy in a hangar. The famous Carrera GT super sports car also had Singer's touch in the wind tunnel. As Porsche boss Wendelin Wiedeking said at the time, "Singer will come up with something". After retiring Singer continued to support customer teams at race tracks until 2010, before passing his knowledge onto the next generation of engineers with a stint as a university lecturer.Forty years of racing with Porsche, as told by Norbert Singer and written by Wilfried Müller, who is known to motorsport enthusiasts for his Peter Falk and Walter Röhrl biographies.This book is the first work by the publisher done in cooperation with the Porsche Museum. The "Edition Porsche Museum" has its own Porsche part number (MAP09029920) and can obtained through the manufacturer's distribution channels, including any Porsche dealer or the museum store.

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155,16 zł

Tokyo Stories Hardie Grant Books (UK)

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

Tokyo is rightfully known around the world as one of the most exciting places to eat on the planet. From subterranean department store food halls to luxurious top-floor hotel restaurants, and all the noodle shops, sushi bars, and yakitori shacks in between, there may be no other city so thoroughly saturated with delicious food.Tokyo Stories is a journey through the boulevards and backstreets of Tokyo via recipes both iconic and unexpected. Chef Tim Anderson takes inspiration from the chefs, shopkeepers, and home cooks of Tokyo to showcase both traditional and cutting-edge takes on classic dishes like sushi, ramen, yakitori, and tempura. Also included are dishes that Tokyoites love to eat with origins from abroad, like Japanese interpretations of Korean barbecue, Italian pizza and pasta, American burgers and more. Tim tackles his food tour of Tokyo from the ground up, with chapters broken down into: LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Tokyo on the Go (Department Store Basements, Subway Stations, and Convenience Stores); FIRST FLOOR: Tokyo Local (food traditional to Tokyo); SECOND FLOOR: Tokyo National (food traditional to Japan); THIRD FLOOR: Tokyo Global (Japanese food with an international twist) FOURTH FLOOR: Tokyo at Home (Japanese home cooking); and, FIFTH FLOOR: Tokyo Modern (experimental Japanese food found in high-end hotel bars). With Tim's easy-to-follow recipes, this is make-at-home Japanese food, authentic yet achievable for the home chef - without cutting corners.The real thrill of eating in Tokyo is in the sense of discovery - of adventurous curiosity rewarded. And that may come in the form of an unexpectedly good convenience store sandwich, an 'oh my god' sushi moment, or just the best damn bowl of ramen you've ever had. With Tokyo Stories you can explore Tokyo and discover its incredible food without leaving your home kitchen. Featuring over 90 recipes, all set to the backdrop of Tokyo location shots, this is essential for the Japanophile in your life.

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45,01 zł

The Pursuit of Power - Richard Evans

Książki & Multimedia > Książki

Opis - A scintillating, encyclopaedic history, rich in detail from the arcane to the familiar...a veritable tour de force Richard Overy, New Statesman Transnational history at its finest ...social, political and cultural themes swirl together in one great canvas of immense detail and beauty Gerard DeGroot, The Times Dazzlingly erudite and entertaining Dominic Sandbrook, The Sunday Times A masterpiece which brings to life an extraordinarly turbulent and dramatic era of revolutionary change. The Pursuit of Power draws on a lifetime of thinking about nineteenth-century Europe to create an extraordinarily rich, surprising and entertaining panorama of a continent undergoing drastic transformation. The book aims to reignite the sense of wonder that permeated this remarkable era, as rulers and ruled navigated overwhelming cultural, political and technological changes. It was a time where what was seen as modern with amazing speed appeared old-fashioned, where huge cities sprang up in a generation, new European countries were created and where, for the first time, humans could communicate almost instantly over thousands of miles. In the period bounded by the Battle of Waterloo and the outbreak of World War I, Europe dominated the rest of the world as never before or since: this book breaks new ground by showing how the continent shaped, and was shaped by, its interactions with other parts of the globe. Richard Evans explores fully the revolutions, empire-building and wars that marked the nineteenth century, but the book is about so much more, whether it is illness, serfdom, religion or philosophy. The Pursuit of Power is a work by a historian at the height of his powers: essential for anyone trying to understand Europe, then or now. Nazwa - The Pursuit of Power Autor - Richard Evans Oprawa - Miękka Wydawca - Penguin Books Kod ISBN - 9780141981147 Kod EAN - 9780141981147 Rok wydania - 2017 Język - angielski Format - 12.9x19.8cm Ilość stron - 848 Podatek VAT - 5%

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34,76 zł

143-Storey Treehouse Pan Macmillan

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

There are lots of laughs at every level in The 143-Storey Treehouse, from the number one Treehouse series from Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. They've added thirteen new levels to their Treehouse, including a word-o-matic (it knows every word in the whole world!); a recycling depot; a wrecking ball; a deep, dark cave with a real live, fire-breathing dragon; a complaining room; a spooky graveyard (where it's always midnight, even in the middle of the day); and a camping ground where you can have a nice, relaxing camping holiday. Andy's been a bit stressed, so Terry has decided the perfect way for them to relax is to head up to their new camping ground level for a much-needed holiday. But it turns out to be not quite as relaxing as Terry originally planned . . . Terry forgets to pack the tent and the food, their attempt at fishing ends in disaster, the spooky campfire stories are a little too spooky and then, to make matters worse, all of Andy's fellow campers start mysteriously disappearing. Can Andy brave the dark, dark woods and rescue them in time to finish writing their next book? Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!

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133,25 zł

Garden to Glass Turner Publishing Company

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

You've heard of farm to table; now learn how to grow your drinking game from the ground up inGarden to Glass Garden to Glass: Grow Your Drinks From the Ground Up, written by expert mixologist, Mike Wolf focuses on the moveme

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1018,12 zł

Machine Learning in Clinical Neuroscience: Foundations and Clinical Applications Springer

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

This book bridges the gap between data scientists and clinicians by introducing all relevant aspects of machine learning in an accessible way, and will certainly foster new and serendipitous applications of machine learning in the clinical neurosciences. Building from the ground up by communicating the foundational knowledge and intuitions first before progressing to more advanced and specific topics, the book is well-suited even for clinicians without prior machine learning experience.Authored by a wide array of experienced global machine learning groups, the book is aimed at clinicians who are interested in mastering the basics of machine learning and who wish to get started with their own machine learning research. The volume is structured in two major parts: The first uniquely introduces all major concepts in clinical machine learning from the ground up, and includes step-by-step instructions on how to correctly develop and validate clinical prediction models. It also includes methodological and conceptual foundations of other applications of machine learning in clinical neuroscience, such as applications of machine learning to neuroimaging, natural language processing, and time series analysis. The second part provides an overview of some state-of-the-art applications of these methodologies.The Machine Intelligence in Clinical Neuroscience (MICN) Laboratory at the Department of Neurosurgery of the University Hospital Zurich studies clinical applications of machine intelligence to improve patient care in clinical neuroscience. The group focuses on diagnostic, prognostic and predictive analytics that aid in decision-making by increasing objectivity and transparency to patients. Other major interests of our group members are in medical imaging, and intraoperative applications of machine vision.

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799,00 zł

H&B HONDA XL 650 V Transalp/2000-2007 Engine protection bar - black Hepco&Becker

Szyby, Gmole, Osłony>Gmole

Whether you ride more on rugged terrain, on country roads or in town; a HEPCO&BECKER guard is always the right choice. Your motorcycle is always effectively protected against an unexpected mishap.And even more: If the bike falls over or makes unintentional contact with the ground, it can protect both, bike and rider from more serious consequences.HEPCO&BECKER protection bars follow the lines of the bike perfectly, giving it a customized appearance. Made with extremely stable tube-in-tube construction. Depending on the vehicle model, various surface finishes are available.protection during pushovers or fallshelps, when tying up the motorcyclepremium surface finisheasy assemblydelivery: right side, left side, mounting kit and manualhigh quality german steel tubeplease check manual or bike specific note for more info Whether you ride more on rugged terrain, on country roads or in town; a HEPCO&BECKER guard is always the right choice. Your motorcycle is always effectively protected against an unexpected mishap.And even more: If the bike falls over or makes unintentional contact with the ground, it can protect both, bike and rider from more serious consequences.HEPCO&BECKER protection bars follow the lines of the bike perfectly, giving it a customized appearance. Made with extremely stable tube-in-tube construction. Depending on the vehicle model, various surface finishes are available.protection during pushovers or fallshelps, when tying up the motorcyclepremium surface finisheasy assemblydelivery: right side, left side, mounting kit and manualhigh quality german steel tubeplease check manual or bike specific note for more info...

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2091,86 zł

Emaga 2-Seater Sofa Bed with Footstool Dark Gray Fabric VidaXL

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This sofa bed with a footstool is a perfect solution for accommodating overnight guests while providing a comfortable seating space during the day. Durable material: The fabric features a simple and clean look, and is breathable and durable. Adjustable backrest: You can push the two separate back cushions partially or fully down, to create an ideal spot for a nap or a twin bed. Sturdy and stable frame: The wooden frame of sleeper sofa ensures sturdiness and stability. Additional comfort: This footstool is suitable for putting your feet up at the end of the day or to offer you an additional seat in your living room or front entrance. Color: Dark gray Material: Fabric (100% polyester), wood, plastic with wooden looking Filling material: Foam Easily convertible into a bed Max. loading capacity (per seat): 242.5 lb Assembly required: Yes Sofa (when not extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 33.3" x 27.2" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 19.7" Seat height from the ground: 12.6" Back height (full up): 27.2" Back height (half up): 22" Armrest height from the ground: 20.5" Feet height: 5.9" Bed (when extended): Overall dimensions: 86.6" x 39.4" x 20.5" (L x W x H) Seat width: 78.7" Seat depth: 39.4" Footstool: Color: Dark Gray Material: Fabric (100% polyester), plywood Filling material: Foam Dimensions: 30.3" x 21.7" x 12.2" (W x D x H) Assembly required: Yes Delivery contains: 1 x Sofa bed 1 x Footstool

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85,41 zł

With the Old Breed Presidio Press

Książki / Literatura obcojęzyczna

"Of all the books about the ground war in the Pacific, "With the Old Breed" is the closest to a masterpiece." - "The New York Review of Books". "One of the most arresting documents in war literature." - John Keegan, in "The Second World War". "One of the finest memoirs to emerge from any war". - Paul Fussell, in "Wartime". "The best World War II memoir of an enlisted man". - "Navy Times". In his own book, "Wartime", Paul Fussell called "With the Old Breed" one of the finest memoirs to emerge from any war." John Keegan referred to it in his "The Second World War" as "one of the most arresting documents in war literature." And Studs Terkel was so fascinated with the story he interviewed its author for his book, "The Good War". What has made E.B. Sledge's memoir of his experience fighting in the South Pacific during World War II so devastatingly powerful is its sheer honest simplicity and compassion. "With the Old Breed" presents a stirring, personal account of the vitality and bravery of the Marines in the battles at Peleliu and Okinawa.Born in Mobile, Alabama in 1923 and raised on riding, hunting, fishing, and a respect for history and legendary heroes such as George Washington and Daniel Boone, Eugene Bondurant Sledge (later called "Sledgehammer" by his Marine Corps buddies) joined the Marines the year after the bombing of Pearl Harbor and from 1943 to 1946 endured the events recorded in this book. In those years, he passed, often painfully, from innocence to experience. Sledge enlisted out of patriotism, idealism, and youthful courage, but once he landed on the beach at Peleliu, it was purely a struggle for survival. Based on the notes he kept on slips of paper tucked secretly away in his New Testament, he simply and directly recalls those long months, mincing no words and sparing no pain. The reality of battle meant unbearable heat, deafening gunfire, unimaginable brutality and cruelty, the stench of death, and, above all, constant fear. Sledge still has nightmares about "the bloody, muddy month of May on Okinawa." But, as he also tellingly reveals, the bonds of friendship formed then will never be severed.Sledge's honesty and compassion for the other marines, even complete strangers, sets him apart as a memoirist of war. Read as sobering history or as high adventure, "With the Old Breed" is a moving chronicle of action and courage. About the Author: E. B. "Sledgehammer" Sledge was born and grew up in Mobile. His father, a physician, taught him to hunt and to accurately observe and describe his surroundings. After graduating from high school, he spent a year at Marion Military Institute and a brief period at the Georgia Institute of Technology in an officers' training program. Sledge left the program in late 1943 to enlist in the US Marine Corps. After basic training, he was sent to the Pacific Theater. He fought at Peleliu and Okinawa where some of the fiercest battles of WWII took place. Despite heavy casualties in his unit, he survived without being physically wounded. It took him years, however, to recover from the psychological wounds from that experience. After the Japanese surrendered, Sledge was assigned to serve in China as part of the occupation force. Sledge returned to Mobile after his tour of duty in 1946, but found it hard to re-adjust to civilian life.He earned a BS degree in 1949 from Alabama Polytechnic Institute (now Auburn University) and attempted to establish a career in the insurance business. On his father's advice, he returned to Auburn for an MS in Botany. In 1960, he graduated from the University of Florida with a PhD in Zoology.

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79,10 zł

Opus Dei Penguin

Literatura faktu

Opus Dei is the most controversial - and unknown - force in the Catholic Church.  Here, John L. Allen uncovers its real nature.  Accused of promoting a right-wing political agenda, of cult-like practices, and immortalized forever in the pages of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code, Opus Dei is the most notorious, most talked about - but least known - religious organization of our time.  Granted unlimited access to those within its ranks, and with an investigative eye intent on uncovering closely guarded secrets, John L. Allen finally separates the myths from the facts:  the actual use of the cilice; the reason men and women remain separate; the true extent of Opus Dei's funds.  Built around a wealth of interviews with the heads of Opus Dei in the Vatican and in centres around the world, comparing the attitudes of current members with those of highly critical members and outsiders, Opus Dei is a portrait of a remarkably powerful organization, both inside and outside the Church. One of the most mysterious and controversial religious forces today, and immortalized in Dan Brown

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