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The Little Book of Sociology

ISBN: 9781800077188

Author: Rasha Barrage    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

A POCKET GUIDE TO THE STUDY OF SOCIETY If you've always wanted to know how societies function - and why sometimes they don't - this beginner's guide to sociolog...


A POCKET GUIDE TO THE STUDY OF SOCIETY If you've always wanted to know how societies function - and why sometimes they don't - this beginner's guide to sociology has got the essential theories and thinkers covered Sociology has almost limitless scope. From the smallest everyday interaction to the impact of vast systemic change, societies are brimming with fascinating phenomena we all want to understand more clearly. There's never been a more important moment to grasp what's going on around us, and this pocket-sized guide offers an engaging introduction to the key sociological concepts and debates. It includes easy-to-follow coverage of: The origins and development of modern sociology and the influence of foundational figures such as Durkheim, Marx and Weber The major sociological schools or perspectives, from functionalism to feminism How sociologists strive to test their theories ethically and carefully by using scientific research methods The key topics in sociology, including inequality, class, crime, gender and race How sociology can help us tackle new challenges and change our societies - and the wider world - for the better Perfect for newcomers, or anyone seeking a concise breakdown of the subject, The Little Book of Sociology takes all the big ideas and makes them crystal clear.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 105 x 148 mm


Publication Date: 28-08-2023


$19.99
Crap Snap

ISBN: 9781837990016

Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

A CARD GAME FOR POOP LOVERS Get ready to be gleefully grossed out with this fabulously sh*t version of the classic game of Snap Match the number twos for sh*ts ...


A CARD GAME FOR POOP LOVERS Get ready to be gleefully grossed out with this fabulously sh*t version of the classic game of Snap Match the number twos for sh*ts and giggles with your pals Time: Depends how regular you are Number of players: 2+ Includes: 52 playing cards, plus an instruction card Age: 16+ (but a maturity age of 4+) Assembly required? As if! Batteries required? I'd be worried if it did! Poop is hilarious and Snap is excellent fun, so what happens when you combine the two and take the trouble to make it rhyme? You get Crap Snap, that's what! Crap Snap is all about speed, spontaneity and paying close attention to the crap-themed words on the cards and being the first to shout "crap snap"! What's that number two saying to you? Well, it's saying that crap is where it's at and this pan-jamming party game is the most fun you can have off the toilet. Who knew that sh*t could be so much fun? It'll leave you and your opponents laughing and gagging in equal measure.


Bind: stationery


Dimensions: 66 x 88 mm


Publication Date: 12-10-2023


$21.99
The Conspiracy Theorists Puzzle and Activity Book

ISBN: 9781800079977

Author: Jamie King    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

PUZZLING MYSTERIES AND BRAIN-TEASING ACTIVITIES This captivating collection of puzzles and trivia, exploring the world's weirdest events and crazy conspiracies,...


PUZZLING MYSTERIES AND BRAIN-TEASING ACTIVITIES This captivating collection of puzzles and trivia, exploring the world's weirdest events and crazy conspiracies, is sure to set your mind reeling Test your knowledge of US presidents with fiendish trivia questions Solve clues to discover how the CIA allegedly control their subjects Help the reptilian find the right path to its royal throne Discover some of the most perplexing mysteries that have bewildered humankind for centuries! Dive deep into this entertaining book, where the most enduring conspiracy theories are reimagined as puzzles. From crosswords and counting conundrums to spot the differences and sudoku, whether you're a sceptic or a self-confessed conspiracy obsessive, there's plenty in these pages to sharpen your mind and have you believing the impossible. Inside you will find a variety of puzzles, including: - Spot the difference between two Illuminati symbols - Find the names of the politicians who are secretly controlling us within word searches - Shuffle the letters of anagrams to identify the names of paranormal beings - Figure out what happened during the most mysterious unexplained events throughout history


Bind: paperback


Pages: 160


Dimensions: 148 x 210 mm


Publication Date: 12-10-2023


$24.99
The Cricket Puzzle Book

ISBN: 9781800079236

Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR CRICKET FANS Test your cricket knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover wordsearches,...


BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR CRICKET FANS Test your cricket knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover wordsearches, riddles, crosswords, spot-the-differences and much more in this fun-filled activity book for cricket lovers. Whether you're trying to match the pairs of batting gloves or discovering the longest and shortest test matches ever, this book is guaranteed to be a favourite for all who enjoy the game. Cricket fans love a bit of trivia, and this entertaining puzzle book is filled with all kinds of interesting facts, games and activities to whet your quizzing appetite. Put your knowledge to the test and wow your friends with your expertise. - Hone your puzzling skills by pitting your wits against challenges such as: - Locating the various batting strokes hidden in a wordsearch - Unscrambling the names of iconic international players - Spotting the differences between two scenes as a ball smashes into middle stump - Guessing who was the first player to reach 10,000 runs in test cricket, and other fascinating trivia


Bind: paperback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm


Publication Date: 10-10-2023


$19.99
The Golf Puzzle Book

ISBN: 9781800079205

Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR GOLF FANS Test your golf knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover word searches, ridd...


BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR GOLF FANS Test your golf knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover word searches, riddles, crosswords, spot-the-differences and much more in this fun-filled activity book for golf lovers. Whether you're trying to match the pairs of golf clubs or helping putt the ball through the maze, this book is guaranteed to be a favourite for all who enjoy the game. Golf fans love a bit of trivia, and this entertaining puzzle book is filled with all kinds of interesting facts, games and activities to whet your quizzing appetite. Put your knowledge to the test and wow your friends with your expertise. Hone your puzzling skills by pitting your wits against challenges such as: - Locating the names of famous golfers hidden in a word search - Unscrambling the names of things you can find on the golf course - Spotting the differences between two scenes of a golfer hitting a tee shot - Guessing when the four major tournaments were first held, and other fascinating trivia


Bind: paperback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm


Publication Date: 10-10-2023


$19.99
The Football Puzzle Book

ISBN: 9781800079212

Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR FOOTBALL FANS Test your football knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover word search...


BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR FOOTBALL FANS Test your football knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover word searches, riddles, crosswords, spot-the-differences and much more in this fun-filled activity book for football lovers. Whether you're diving through a maze to make an incredible save or trying to match the pairs of football boots, this book is guaranteed to be a favourite for all who enjoy the game. Football fans love a bit of trivia, and this entertaining puzzle book is filled with all kinds of exciting facts, games and activities to whet your quizzing appetite. Put your knowledge to the test and wow your friends with your expertise. Hone your puzzling skills by pitting your wits against challenges such as: - Helping the ball find the goal in a puzzling maze - Locating the names of European clubs hidden in a word search - Unscrambling the names of iconic international players - Spotting the differences between two scenes as a crowd of fans celebrates a winning goal


Bind: paperback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm


Publication Date: 10-10-2023


$19.99
The Rugby Puzzle Book

ISBN: 9781800079229

Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR RUGBY FANS Test your rugby knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover wordsearches, rid...


BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES, GAMES AND TRIVIA FOR RUGBY FANS Test your rugby knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia Discover wordsearches, riddles, crosswords, spot-the-differences and much more in this fun-filled activity book for rugby lovers. Whether you're trying to match the pairs of rugby shirts or locating world-famous stadiums, this book is guaranteed to be a favourite for all who enjoy the game. Rugby fans love a bit of trivia, and this entertaining puzzle book is filled with all kinds of interesting facts, games and activities to whet your quizzing appetite. Put your knowledge to the test and wow your friends with your expertise. Hone your puzzling skills by pitting your wits against challenges such as: - Locating all the items of a rugby kit hidden in a wordsearch - Unscrambling the names of iconic international players - Spotting the differences between two scenes of a crunching tackle - Guessing which year Italy last won a game in the Six Nations, and other fascinating trivia


Bind: paperback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm


Publication Date: 10-10-2023


$19.99
The Little Book of Sex Facts

ISBN: 9781800076327

Author: Sadie Cayman    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

Show off your sexpertise with this little book of titillating truths Having sex is great, and learning about it is too! Discover everything you wished you knew...


Show off your sexpertise with this little book of titillating truths Having sex is great, and learning about it is too! Discover everything you wished you knew about sex with this pocket-sized cum-pendium of mind-blowing facts. Whether you want to impress your friends or learn some new moves, this book equips you with everything you need to become a certified sexpert. Sex is often discussed in hushed tones, but this candid collection of facts pulls no punches. So prepare yourself for a wild ride as this no-holds-barred book answers all the questions you were too afraid to ask. Did you know... - Wearing socks can increase a woman's chances of having an orgasm. - A single sperm contains 37.5 MB of DNA information - this means that one ejaculation has the data capacity of 62 laptops! - Half an hour of sex is said to burn between 85 and 200 calories (the equivalent to 15 minutes on a treadmill). Discover all this and much more! From funny to filthy, this book contains hundreds of jaw-dropping facts that will leave you shocked and amazed.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 128


Dimensions: 105 x 147 mm


Publication Date: 09-11-2023


$19.99
DUE > 30th Nov 2023
Why Your Dog Thinks You're a Hero

ISBN: 9781800079311

Author: Sam Hart    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

THE HILARIOUS GUIDE TO ALL THE REASONS YOUR DOG THINKS YOU'RE THE BEST This hilarious and heartfelt gift book is the perfect guide to the many reasons why your ...


THE HILARIOUS GUIDE TO ALL THE REASONS YOUR DOG THINKS YOU'RE THE BEST This hilarious and heartfelt gift book is the perfect guide to the many reasons why your dog thinks you are a hero Owning a dog is to have a four-legged best friend who worships your every move. Each time you walk through the door, you become the centre of their universe, and their love for you is only matched by their love of scoffing sausages and chasing cats. As their amazing owner, you know what it takes to care for them, but allow this book to show how much it means to your furry friend. Filled with witty original illustrations, this book explains the curious reasons behind all your dog's goofy looks and behaviours. Discover what your dog is saying through their barks and tail wags, and why they think you're the best. Whether you're leaving enough room for them on the sofa, taking them for walkies or always bringing them treats, you really are the hero in their big puppy-dog eyes.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 120 x 158 mm


Publication Date: 14-11-2023


$19.99
DUE > 30th Nov 2023
Why Your Cat Thinks You're an Idiot

ISBN: 9781800079304

Author: Sam Hart    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

THE HILARIOUS GUIDE TO ALL THE WAYS YOUR CAT IS JUDGING YOU This frank and hilarious illustrated gift book is the perfect guide to why your cat thinks you are a...


THE HILARIOUS GUIDE TO ALL THE WAYS YOUR CAT IS JUDGING YOU This frank and hilarious illustrated gift book is the perfect guide to why your cat thinks you are an idiot You dote on your fluffy feline, but it may feel like the relationship is a little one-sided at times. Whether it's the judgemental stares or the cold shoulders, sometimes your cat doesn't seem to have the same enthusiasm for you as you do for them. If you're wondering why they treat you this way, allow this book to explain; your cat thinks you're a fool! Filled with witty original illustrations, this book offers many reasons why your pampered puss thinks you're ridiculous and why they're in charge. From following you into the bathroom to knocking things off shelves, gain insight into the mind of your moggy and allow them to explain why they act the way they do. Perfect for any cat lovers, or long-suffering owners, this book reveals the truth: your cat just thinks you are an idiot.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 120 x 158 mm


Publication Date: 14-11-2023


$19.99
DUE > 30th Nov 2023
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