Author: Edmund Simms Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 143
Book Description
The Little Book of Big Bubbles - A History of Financial Greed and Collective Insanity. Whether it's tulips, real estate, or even Beanie Babies: asset bubbles are thought to inflate and pop without rhyme or reason. This is not true. Humans are greedy. We are susceptible to being deluded by our own collective insanity. We ignore the lessons of the past and make the same mistakes over and over. What are financial bubbles, and how do we navigate them? In this book, we explore ten of history's most significant bubbles and identify what they have in common to build a framework for recognising future ones. Chapters An Introduction The Roman Land Collapse (33 AD) The Dutch Tulipe Mania (1637) The South Sea Company (1720) The Mississippi Company (1720) US Land Panics (1819, 1837 and 1857) The Roaring '20s (1921-1929) The Japanese Asset Bubble (1986-1991) Beanie Babies (1995-1999) The Tech Bubble (1995-2000) The US Housing bubble (2005-2008) The Lessons of History The Author - Edmund Simms Value investor. Worked in hedge funds, mutual funds, venture capital, and as co-founder to three startups. No managing a private investment partnership and an equity research publication. Made in Australia but residing in London.
Author: Thomas Jacob Publisher: Thomas Jacob ISBN: Category : Games & Activities Languages : en Pages : 75
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Calling all curious creatures! Embark on an incredible journey into the animal kingdom with this pocket-sized encyclopedia of fascinating facts. Packed with over 70 awe-inspiring stories and illustrations, "The Little Book of Amazing Facts: Animals" will quench your thirst for knowledge and leave you amazed by the incredible abilities and adaptations of our furry, feathered, and finned friends! What will you discover? Super Squirting Seahorses and Exploding Beetles: Learn about the unique hunting techniques of the archerfish and the bombardier beetle's fiery defense mechanism. Superhuman Senses and Leaping Antelope: Explore the incredible world of animal communication, from the low-frequency rumbles of elephants to the vibrant colors of chameleons. Tool-Using Parrots and Hibernating Hummingbirds: Uncover the surprising intelligence of birds and the remarkable physiological adaptations of some of the smallest creatures on Earth. Underwater Architects and Mimic Masters: Dive into the world of ocean life, where weaver ants construct elaborate underwater cities and cuttlefish change their appearance in a blink of an eye. Fierce Hunters and Social Survivors: Travel across continents and meet the animal kingdom's most skilled predators, from the cooperative hunting strategies of wild dogs to the fearless pursuit of the honey badger. The Little Book of Amazing Facts: Animals is the perfect companion for curious kids, animal lovers, and anyone who wants to learn more about the extraordinary world around them. Get ready to be amazed!
Author: Jackie French Publisher: Allen & Unwin ISBN: 9781864487718 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 118
Book Description
A book that tries to answer all the big questions about life, death and the universe - a mixture of science and philosophy put in simple terms that 10- to 12-year-olds can understand.
Author: Terry Gould Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1472923375 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 64
Book Description
This is a unique book that supports the current thinking behind outdoor learning. It features over 40 ideas for outdoor activities that support mathematics in the early years and the specific areas of learning in the revised EYFS. All the ideas are tried and tested by Terry and this book will prove to be popular in the early years and well into Key stage 1.
Author: Sally Featherstone Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1472923308 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 80
Book Description
Linking scientific exploration and creativity, this book offers you ideas for simple activities and links them to the concepts and goals for the Foundation Stage.
Author: Ian Crofton Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books ISBN: 1782434305 Category : History Languages : en Pages :
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From the Big Bang to the future of our planet, The Little Book of Big History divides history into manageable but comprehensive time frames, encompassing the cosmos, the stars, life and everything in between. Big History is the attempt to understand and condense the entire story of the cosmos, from the Big Bang to the current day. Combining methods from history, astronomy, physics and biology to draw together the big story arcs of how the universe was created, why planets formed and how life developed, this creates a unique perspective from which to understand the place of mankind in the universe. Excited by the alternative 'framework for all knowledge' that is offered by this approach, Bill Gates is funding the Big History Project, which aims to bring the subject to a wider audience around the world. The Little Book of Big History breaks down the main themes of Big History into highly informative and accessible parts for all readers to enjoy. By giving a truly complete timeline of world events, this book shines a whole different light on history as we learned it and makes us think of our history - and our future - in a very different way.
Author: Lisa Cyr Publisher: Rockport Publishers ISBN: 1616736461 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 352
Book Description
Brimming with ideas for promotional campaigns Designers are always looking to give their work the creative edge required to get noticed in a sea of marketing and promotion. To achieve this, they must be market savvy, innovative, and possess up-to-date production know-how. The Little Book of Big Promotions is packed with content that offers creative inspiration. It offers hundreds of design ideas, insight into the creative process and execution, and the tools and information needed to make the right production decisions. Project details are highlighted and descriptive text dissects the essential design elements that make each promotion unique and effective. This book will enable seasoned professionals and less-experienced designers to choose the right options for their job, budget, ability, and the market they are trying to reach.
Author: Felicity Hart Publisher: Hachette UK ISBN: 1837992401 Category : Cooking Languages : en Pages : 201
Book Description
Prepare to take your love of coffee to the next level with this richly aromatic tour of the world's favourite drink, from bean to cup and beyond Happiness comes in all shapes and sizes: espresso, cortado, flat white, latte, cappuccino... We wake up and smell it. We crave it when we're sleepy. We take deep lungfuls of its rich aroma when we buy a new bag of it. We put it in cakes, cocktails and just about every other type of food imaginable. But most of all, we rely on it to punctuate our day with a caffeine hit and a small burst of all its delicious flavours. In this homage to the coffee bean you will: - Learn how coffee was discovered, how it is grown and how it is turned into our favourite drink - Discover everything you wanted to know about different beans, roasting styles and brewing techniques - Take a barista training course from the comfort of your own kitchen, with top tips on making the perfect brew at home - Get to grips with modern developments in the coffee world, such as nitro, cold brew, proffee and snapchilled coffee - Try out delicious coffee-based recipes, from flavoured lattes and iced coffees to coffee fudge, tiramisu, homemade syrups and espresso martinis The only thing this book doesn't contain is caffeine - you'll have to make a fresh cup of joe for that.
Author: Catharine Fishel Publisher: Rockport Publishers ISBN: 1616736453 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 352
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A volume "packed" with insight and ideas The packaging industry is more competitive every day so creating a new package that is innovative, adds value, and makes a connection with the consumer is a challenge often met with limited success. Dynamic and unusual package designs can really make a statement in overcrowded markets. What makes a package successful? How do designers find the inspiration and execute the designs that really work? This compendium of package design answers all that and more. The content covers inspiration, process, design research, working with clients, planning, and execution of some of the most effective packages on the market today. Insight from top packaging designers worldwide is provided on pages that are packed with images of great designs. Unlike most packaging books, this volume is stuffed with content in a compact, portable, and easy-to-use format
Author: Edmund Simms
Author: Thomas Jacob
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Author: Lisa Cyr
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