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Hardback. Condizione: New. The Insta Grammar series explores the best of the best in amateur photography, focussing on the immensely popular social media site, Instagram. After Cats, City and Nordic, Green is the fourth and latest title in this series, which closely follows online trends. The reason is obvious: green is the new black. Be inspired by photos of plants, trees and everything green, and enjoy the creativity of the selected photographers.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. New York reduced to a miniature city? In New York Resized, photographer Jasper Léonard offers you a completely new perspective on The Big Apple. His Tilt-Shift technique creates a dazzling bird's-eye perspective. Taking pictures from rooftops, helicopters or even drones, Léonard points his lens at the skyscrapers and yellow cabs from above, transforming the city into a swirling ant-hill of miniature people. His images are accompanied by the best quotes about New York, and his unique style guarantees that this is the most original photobook about New York that you will ever see. Praise for Antwerp Resized: "What started as a dissertation with homemade lenses has resulted in a surprising photo book" - Gazet van Antwerpen (newspaper) - "Thanks to his special tilt-shift lenses the photographer creates the illusion you are watching miniature sculptures. Not people but puppets. Not buildings but maquettes" - De Morgen (newspaper)Facebook: Jasper Leonard Photography Twitter: @jasperleonard Instagram: jasper.leonard www.jasperleonard.beAlso available:Belgium Resized ISBN 9789401434614Antwerp Resized ISBN 9789401432702. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. The Insta Grammar series steers clear of all clichés and shows you the most interesting corners of the highly popular social media website Instagram. After Cats, City, Nordic, Green, Graphic, Dogs, Unicorn and Cars, three new books now join the impressive series: Love, Cute and On the Road.Hitching a ride on the back of today's cute babies and animals trend that's flooding Instagram, Cute shows you the most original posts and cutest images that will leave no one untouched. Love increases your heart rate and is the ultimate but just a little different wedding or Valentine gift, and On the Road compiles the coolest and most impressive travel images, scenic places, into the ocean or the northern lights. …

Hardback. Condizione: New. Instagram is more popular than ever before. Over 80 million new photos are posted daily on this social networking site. How to pick the very best of them? We have done so for you! The funniest pictures of cats, the most surprising places and arty portraits: you will discover them in a beautifully designed, thematic book that also contains inspirational quotes.Also available:Insta Grammar: Cats ISBN 9789401436953Insta Grammar: Nordic ISBN 9789401436946.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The books are true to the Polaroid aesthetic, and we 'like' it." - Elle Décor"Taking the best of Instagram and printing it, the Insta Grammar series of coffee table books prove there's a (physical) place for your favourite online images." - VogueThe Insta Grammar series steers clear of all clichés and shows you the most interesting corners of the highly popular social media website Instagram. After Cats, City, Nordic, Green, Graphic, Dogs, Unicorn and Cars, three new books now join the impressive series: Love, Cute and On the Road. Hitching a ride on the back of today's cute animal trend that's flooding Instagram, Cute shows you the most original posts and cutest images that will leave no one untouched. Love increases your heart rate and is the ultimate but just a little different wedding or Valentine gift, and On the Road compiles the coolest and most impressive travel images, scenic places, into the ocean or the northern lights.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The books are true to the Polaroid aesthetic, and we 'like' it." - Elle Décor"Taking the best of Instagram and printing it, the Insta Grammar series of coffee table books prove there's a (physical) place for your favourite online images." - VogueThe Insta Grammar series curates the most interesting themes trending on the popular social media site Instagram. This sequel to the immensely popular Insta Grammar Cats features a new selection of the cutest, funniest, most photogenic felines to be found on Instagram. With pithy quotes about cats from artists and writers interspersed throughout, this is the perfect gift book for all cat lovers. Also available:Insta Grammar Cats ISBN 9789401436953Insta Grammar Dogs ISBN 9789401441605Insta Grammar Unicorn ISBN 9789401449687Insta Grammar Cute ISBN 9789401454384.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. The Insta Grammar series explores the most interesting corners of the incredibly popular social media site, Instagram. After Cats, City, Nordic, Green, Graphic and Dogs, three new subjects are revealed: Unicorn, Cars and #fail. Hitching a ride on the back of today's unicorn trend that's flooding Instagram, Unicorn shows the most original posts revolving the mythical creatures. Cars gathers the most beautiful classic car shots, while #fail is an hilarious collection of ridiculous houses, 'creative solutions' and situational humour.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "Meet the stars of Instagram: the most famous people you've never heard of" - The IndependentThe Insta Grammar series explores the most interesting corners of the incredibly popular social media site, Instagram. After Cats, City, Nordic, Green, Graphic and Dogs, two new subjects are revealed: Unicorn and Cars. Hitching a ride on the back of today's unicorn trend that's flooding Instagram, Unicorn shows the most original posts revolving around the mythical creatures, while Cars gathers the most beautiful classic car shots.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The Insta Grammar series steers clear of all clichés and shows you the most interesting corners of the highly popular social media website Instagram. After Cats, City, Nordic, Green, Graphic, Dogs, Unicorn and Cars, three new books now join the impressive series: Love, Cute and On the Road.Hitching a ride on the back of today's cute babies and animals trend that's flooding Instagram, Cute shows you the most original posts and cutest images that will leave no one untouched. Love increases your heart rate and is the ultimate but just a little different wedding or Valentine gift, and On the Road compiles the coolest and most impressive travel images, scenic places, into the ocean or the northern lights. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. Mindfulness finds its origins in Buddhist meditation techniques. Instead of trying to achieve goals that lie far ahead in the future, mindfulness teaches you to be present in the moment, with a compassionate and open mind. This book, consisting of short and airy texts, follows the eight weeks of the traditional stress reduction programme as it was developed by dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, the founder of the mindfulness movement. Based on his many years of experience as a psychiatrist, Edel Maex has written a clear, concise and heartfelt guide to mindfulness, that will help you to deal differently with the unavoidable agitations of life. With a preface by Jon Kabat-Zinn."I bow to Edel Maex for writing this lovely book, and for all his efforts to bring mindfulness in an authentic and universal articulation, based on his own years of meditation practice and study, more and more into the mainstream of medicine, psychiatry, and Western culture." Jon Kabat-Zinn, Professor of Medicine Emeritus and founding director of the Stress Reduction Clinic and the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School."What a delight! This book is like a peaceful conversation, rich and dense. The mix of personal meditation experience, his professional experience as a psychotherapist, counselling techniques and zen wisdom transforms reading this book into an immediate Mindfulness exercise: while reading, you take the time to pause and reflect. The journey has already begun." Christophe André, psychiatrist at the Saint-Anne Hospital in Paris."This book invites the reader to make an appointment with himself, in an open and welcoming spirit. It seems so simple. In reality, this requires, as any other form of training, the daily discipline to perform mindful exercises and meditations. Edel Maex gives us different keys to sit, to maintain and to develop our mindfulness practice, with an exceptional clarity and a lot of wisdom. An admirably clear, didactic book. I would recommend it to all participants of our MBCT-courses and their instructors." Lucio Bizzini, Ph.D, Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital of Geneva."Writing about Mindfulness is a delicate exercise. Edel Maex has found the words to convey the deeper sense of meditation in a remarkably simple way. The secret of his limpid and captivating style undoubtedly lies in his experience in the field, as a psychiatrist and mindfulness trainer. This book is a fantastic invitation to discover, maintain and develop our practice." Guido Bondolfi, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital of Geneva. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. "The first and taboo-breaking book on negative birthing experience. Will provide a big support for many women!" Tosca Gort, psychologist. "An eye-opener for women with birth trauma and a must-read for care professionals who want to learn more." Dr. Claire Stramrood, gynaecologist. "I wish this book had existed four years ago. My friends and family seemed to be pushing the joy of motherhood down my throat while, to me, the delivery felt more like a landslide. Thanks to Diana's coaching, I became the old Maria again." Maria, mum of two daughters. Childbirth deeply affects the life of a woman and her partner. Fortunately the effect is usually a positive one. Many people declare the day their child was born as the most beautiful day of their lives. However, giving birth can also be a negative experience, with long-term consequences. This book explains how a negative birthing might affect you, your relationship with your baby and your partner. With the help of practical exercises and honest accounts from women who have overcome birth trauma themselves, you will learn to process this experience and restore your inner balance.Described as "The first and taboo-breaking book on negative birthing experience," this book will provide a pillar for many women, who have been suffering in silence for too long. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. The psychological impulse to discern faces in random patterns on inanimate objects is known as pareidolia. It has brought us the Virgin Mary on a cheese sandwich, the shroud of Turin, Elvis in a cup of coffee, the man in the moon, and Aunt Mary in a cloud formation. In this delightful and funny gift book, you can test your ability to find faces in all kinds of places, including building façades, electrical sockets, and fruit. Examples of pareidolia are all around us, and you will be amazed at what you will see.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. Revised edition. "Haunting photographs" - The Wall Street Journal. "Henk van Rensbergen is a hero for urban explorers around the world" - Flanders Today. "As an airline pilot, Belgian-born Henk Van Rensbergen was used to travelling the world. But he found a great way to supersize that passion: hunting for the most wonderful, secret, haunting abandoned places" - CNN. While his crew is resting at the pool, pilot and photographer Henk van Rensbergen explores deserted city palaces, overgrown factories or desolate areas of nature, finding beauty in the decay. This engaging book of photographs, a revised edition with new material, lets us wander through abandoned places, including Abkhazia, a break-away region bordering Georgia and Russia and the newest must-visit for every urban explorer.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. After the worldwide success of The World Book of Happiness and The World Book of Love, author Leo Bormans has spent two years studying the scientific research on hope and meeting the most prominent experts in the field. Hope is not a luxury of the privileged few. It represents a universal psychological resource that can be found in all corners of the world. Hope is all of this: a tool for envisioning definable goals, a coping resource, an expression of trust and openness as well as a spiritual gift earned by faith or ritual. In the course of a lifetime every individual is apt to experience these different shades of hope. The World Book of Hope is an inspiring quest to the breadth and depth of hope. It offers a universal framework for understanding and using the most powerful tool of mankind: hope. Without hope there is no life. In this book, 100 professional researchers from all over the world share what we know about hope. Not spiritual philosophy but evidence based knowledge of recent experiments and life-long research, set in a language everybody understands. This book unveils the secret power of hope in love and relationships, study and work, health and illness, education and care, freedom and prison, management and leadership, therapy and economy, youth and old age. It even shows how we can make pessimism work and how we can benefit from post-traumatic growth: one door closes, another one opens. AUTHOR: Leo Bormans is a journalist, writer and public speaker. For more than twenty years, he was the chief editor of the school magazines Klasse and Yeti. At present, he travels around the world as the Ambassador of Happiness and Quality of Life. SELLING POINTS: . A record of worldwide scientific research on hope . Including a selection of ten of the world's most hopeful projects . Full of inspiring examples 75 colour and 50 b/w images Also available: The World Book of Love ISBN 9789401422741.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "A fabulous book: insightful, useful and timely! This page-turner takes you on a journey through great psychological research, interesting stories and practical techniques. You will arrive equipped for a life of more control, more optimism and less stress." Tony Crabbe, business psychologist and author of Busy. How to Thrive in a World of Too Much."Technology allows us to rethink companies, organizations, how we run them and how we manage them. However, the most essential element in achieving success will not be technology, but whether we humans can adapt, cope and thrive. This inspiring book is a brilliant field guide on how to use the power of our minds to harness the power of flow and build organizations for resilience." Peter Hinssen, entrepreneur, keynote speaker and author of The Day After Tomorrow. How to Survive in Times of Radical Innovations.Every crisis is also an opportunity. We know what we need to do to make our lives and work more brain-friendly, but somehow, we are still not putting that knowledge into practice. Covid-19 has forced us into one of the biggest experiments in resilience of all time. What if we see this crisis as an opportunity for a genuine transformation? A chance to adopt new habits that will make us stronger than ever and help us face a volatile future? In her ground-breaking new book, Elke Geraerts shows us how we can all be ready for the many challenges awaiting us in a post-covid-19 world. Her approach takes the brain as the starting point and inspires you to make brain-aware choices in work and in life. She shows how hybrid work can both increase your productivity and reduce stress, how you can chase your dreams even in times of crisis and why - in an increasingly digital world - focus is the new IQ. The old normal will never return. but perhaps that is not such a bad thing. …

Hardback. Condizione: New. With The World Book of Happiness Leo Bormans launched a unique international project and a movement for happiness. After the success of this book (+200,000 copies sold) he spent two years studying the scientific research on love, gathering insights from the greatest experts. In this book, 100 researchers from 50 countries summarise in 1000 words their particular views on love. The result is a kaleidoscopic work full of wisdom and insight into the system and the mystery of love. The World Book of Love is all about attachment, passion and devotion, jealousy and abuse, Darwin, speed dates and brain scans. It's about parental love, friends, sex, marriage and divorce, butterflies in the stomach and elderly care. But above all it is a book about the secret of romantic love. In a globalised world we can all learn from each other. AUTHOR: Leo Bormans is a journalist, writer and public speaker. For more than twenty years, he was the chief editor of the school magazines Klasse and Yeti. At present, he travels around the world as the Ambassador of Happiness and Quality of Life. 75 colour images Also available: The World Book of Hope ISBN 9789401457804.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Be NY is an original city guide about the most intriguing city in the world, and also a manual that quickly and simply teaches you how to be a New Yorker. Discover together with Patrick van Rosendaal the life, preferences and habits of 24 colourful New Yorkers. They happily share their experiences and give you a unique look, from a different perspective, on life in the city. What are their favourite places to enjoy art, culture or tasty food? Where do they go for some peace and quiet, or to have a good time? Which bars do they frequent, and where should you go for the best cup of coffee? Which museums are trendy, and which galleries are up and coming? Where can you find the best deals, and which shops are absolute musts? Patrick's stories, knowledge and tips are the ultimate preparation for your adventure in The Big Apple.Also available:Must Eat NYC ISBN 9789401419147.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. Parisian illustrator Simon Frankart began posting his playfully erotic black ink drawings on Petites Luxures, his Instagram account, in 2014. His minimalist, linear style and witty titles have drawn over 1.2 million followers worldwide. For this, his first book, he asked his followers to write in with their favourite amorous memories. From thousands of entries, he has selected the 50 most inspiring stories, and portrays these sensual, poetic, and often amusing anecdotes with illustrations in his refined signature style.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A lot of people sleep on mattresses that are of poor quality. A good night's rest and a correct sleeping posture can however prevent the onset of a number of common back problems. Roughly 8 out of 10 people suffer from severe back pain at some point during their lives. Of those, almost 10% go on to develop chronic back problems. Sleep Without Back Pain helps you to minimise the risk of developing back pain. What should you look for when buying a mattress? Should you be thinking in terms of sleeping on an orthopaedic or memory foam mattress? And which is the best position for sleeping? After reading this book you will be as informed as your physiotherapist or general practitioner (or even more so) about the benefits of a healthy spine.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. From the fringes of society to the envy-inducing images on social media, how and why has vanlife become more popular than ever before? What does this tell us about our love of travel and our ideas of home? And how do camper vans address issues of minimalism, freedom and sustainability? The creators of The Rolling Home journal bring you a timely, attractively priced paperback re-issue of The Complete Vanlife Book, with essays, interviews, illustrations, and photographs that tell you everything you need to know about vanlife culture. On a practical level, the authors impart the basics of compact interior design and van conversions, along with inspiring personal accounts of living and travelling by van.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "In short, this book is an ode to racing, offers a glimpse behind the scenes of a champion, and is, above all, an inspiration for every cyclist who dares to dream." - NL MagazineA heart of gold and golden legs. Remco Evenepoel goes full gas. A unique record accomplished in just a few years. Multiple world champion and winner of classics and tours, including the Vuelta. In an epic 2024, he finished third in his first Tour, became double Olympic champion, and world time trial champion. In this book, Filip Osselaer talks to Remco, the love of his life Oumi, parents, friends, coaches and specialists about what drives him. It's a touching, in-depth story, filled with tension, sadness, joy, drama, happiness, and success.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "At lectures I often say: imagine if you could train your brain just like you train your muscles. And then I see people nodding: Yes, wouldn't that be nice! Well, you can: you can strengthen your brain and in doing so protect yourself from stress and burnout." - Elke GeraertsThe burnout epidemic is taking on unseen proportions. Our hectic lives and the extent of digitisation form great challenges for the brain, which is showing serious signs of neglect. But there is a solution: the greater your mental resilience, the better you are protected against stress, burnout and other mental problems. In this revelatory book, brain expert Elke Geraerts sets out the most important components of mental resilience on the basis of new insights from recent scientific research. She shows how we can better our minds, and how this helps us increase our own mental capital and that of our employees. The result is an absolute must-read for everyone who wants to prepare his or her brain for the challenges of the 21st century.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "You can be as smart as Einstein, but if you fail to direct your attention to what is important, then what good is that high IQ? People who are focused are more alert, experience less stress, and worry less. Unfortunately, focus has become a rare commodity: our attention span has dramatically decreased over the past decades." - Elke GeraertsHow many times have you been distracted today from what you actually wanted to do? We live in a world of constant connectivity, where distraction lurks around every corner. Our endless to-do lists and packed schedules are a merciless reflection of what's going on in our minds: we are constantly in overdrive, and our focus is completely lost. No wonder stress and burnout rates are at an all-time high. Despite the fact that we now know more than ever what we need to remain resilient and healthy, our overstimulated brain seems unable to handle all that knowledge, let alone put it into practice. Ten years after her bestseller Better Minds, Elke Geraerts presents a book tailored to a generation without attention. She combines powerful insights with practical tools that can be implemented immediately. Her goal? Sharpening our focus again. Not only by making us work more efficiently and attentively but also - and especially - by teaching us to deliberately unfocus. Are you ready for a mental revolution.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. Looking for the ultimate guide to New York City? You've found it! The New York Bucket List brings together the most authentic, quirky, romantic, and one-of-a-kind tips. Whether it's your first time in NYC or you've been living here for over 50 years, this guide will inspire you like never before. This compact pocket guide helps you get the absolute most out of the city. It's divided into nine themed chapters (Adventurous, Authentic, Romantic, Special, Trendy, Happy, Tasty, Sexy, Fun) so you can easily find the best tips without feeling overwhelmed. Say goodbye to decision fatigue-and getting lost in the city that never sleeps. New York isn't just a city trip. It's a journey around the world.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. For 66 years now, Cartoonfestival Knokke-Heist in Belgium, the oldest in its kind in the world, has been calling on the international cartoon community to submit their best work for the international cartoon contest Golden Hat. Successfully so, because each year the call results in a wealth of cartoons. Some are hilariously funny, others cleverly sharp.Cartoons 2026/2027 collects the hundred best cartoons of the past contest in one book. It is the accompaniment to the yearly Cartoonfestival during the months of March, April and May, in Knokke-Heist in Belgium. Cartoons 2026/2027 is a sought-after book for avid cartoon fans and the mix of styles and themes will appeal to anyone with a love of the genre. This year, the cartoon book was given a new look, so that it can face the future all refreshed.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. "This is a place where different voices and ideas meet, inspiring visitors through the unexpected plurality of meanings and interactions presented in the different themes and the way they are displayed. Instead of proclaiming one truth, the museum invites and embraces a multitude of perspectives, allowing a dynamic discourse in narratives dealing with very topical issues." - Jury EMYA (European Museum of the Year), special commendation 2022In a world longing for certainty and clear-cut answers, the Museum of Doubt makes a powerful case for doubt, vulnerability, and complexity as driving forces of both science and citizenship. Professor Marjan Doom, director of the Ghent University Museum (GUM) and its neighbouring botanical garden, invites readers to reflect on the role of science museums today. Drawing on personal experience and curatorial case studies, she reveals how art and science enrich one another, how doubt is not a weakness but a necessity, and how museums can bridge the gap between science and society. A sharp and compelling ode to critical thinking.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The demand for agile organisations has never been higher than in today's fast-moving economy. This book puts forward the framework and techniques that will allow your organisation to withstand turbulence and adapt to such a volatile environment. The Agile Leader's Scrapbook is an inspiration in finding the logics of management that suit the particular needs of your organisation perfectly. By laying out the basics of what it means to create an 'agile' working environment, it provides clues to a better approach to co-creation, and to letting self-sufficient teams make better decisions, among other practical insights. This book is a radical plea to abandon the mantra of hierarchic management and embrace co-creation.…

Hardback. Condizione: New. Six women, six stories. They make cartoons and graphic work in the besieged Syrian city of Idlib or unfree Egypt of President al-Sisi, they fight fat shaming and homophobia in Mexico, are on the run from president Putin, criticise Hindu nationalism and misogyny from Indian Prime Minister Modi or defy the powers that be in The Washington Post. Whether they are from Mexico, the USA, Syria, Egypt, India or Russia, they all belong to the absolute world top. But the way to the top was not an easy one for any of them.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. 1°. Utrecht, The Netherlands. 13 February 2034. A self-driving car is hacked and its safety features deactivated, causing a deadly accident. NATO, supervising global internet security, realises the whole world is in danger when soon afterwards two more attacks occur. Europol inspector Lara Hartman and communications specialist Frank Willems are at the forefront of a desperate manhunt for the criminals behind these acts of cyber terrorism. Everything seems to be pointing to a dangerous computer virus. But time is running out, and they must find an antivirus that can prevent evil from striking again. …

Hardback. Condizione: New. 1°. Dive into the rich flavours of Japanese cuisine with this illustrated guide that takes you on a culinary journey. This compact book is a treasure trove of information on iconic Japanese dishes and ingredients, from miso to mochi, tofu to tempura. Perfect for adventurous home cooks, curious travellers, and anyone eager to explore the Japanese kitchen beyond sushi and ramen. With vibrant illustrations and captivating chapters, this guide helps you to uncover the authentic tastes of Japan, whether you're dining in an izakaya-a Japanese eatery-or browsing the aisles of a Japanese supermarket. A visual feast and a flavourful journey in one.…