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Books published by publisher Orion Books Ltd

  • Introducing Quantum Theory: A Graphic Guide

    J.P. McEvoy, Oscar Zarate

    eBook (Icon Books Ltd, June 5, 2014)
    Quantum theory confronts us with bizarre paradoxes which contradict the logic of classical physics. At the subatomic level, one particle seems to know what the others are doing, and according to Heisenberg's "uncertainty principle", there is a limit on how accurately nature can be observed. And yet the theory is amazingly accurate and widely applied, explaining all of chemistry and most of physics. "Introducing Quantum Theory" takes us on a step-by-step tour with the key figures, including Planck, Einstein, Bohr, Heisenberg and Schrodinger. Each contributed at least one crucial concept to the theory. The puzzle of the wave-particle duality is here, along with descriptions of the two questions raised against Bohr's "Copenhagen Interpretation" - the famous "dead and alive cat" and the EPR paradox. Both remain unresolved.
  • The Roman Mysteries Collection Caroline Lawrence 6 Books Box Set

    Caroline Lawrence

    Paperback (Orion Books, March 15, 2017)
    The Roman Mysteries and Adventure for the four young and detectives. Perfect for children studying the Romans or Roman Britains. Titles in the Set are The Thieves of Ostia, The Secrets of Vesuvius, The Pirates of Pompeii, The Assassins of Rome, The Dolphins of Laurentum, The Twelve Tasks of Flavia Gemini.
  • Introducing Media Studies: A Graphic Guide

    Ziauddin Sardar, Borin Van Loon

    eBook (Icon Books Ltd, )
    None
  • Darkly Dreaming Dexter

    Unknown

    Mass Market Paperback (Orion Books Ltd, March 24, 2005)
    Rare Book
  • Echo Park

    Michael Connelly

    Paperback (Orion Books, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Echo Park (Harry Bosch Series) [Paperback] Michael Connelly
  • Horrid Henrys Mischievous Mayhem Collection 10 Books Box Set

    Francesca Simon

    Paperback (Orion Books, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Horrid Henry Mischievous Mayhem 10 Books Box Set Titles in the Set Horrid Henry and the Bogey Babysitter, Horrid Henry Stinkbomb, Horrid Henry Underpants, Horrid Henry Meet the Queen, Horrid Henry and the Mega-mean Time Machine, Horrid Henry and the Football Fiend, Horrid Henry Christmas Crakers, Horrid Henry and the Abominable Snowman, Horrid Henry Jolly Joke Book, Horrid Henry Strikes Back
  • All For The Union: The Civil War Diary and Letters of Elisha Hunt Rhodes

    Elisha Hunt Rhodes, Robert Hunt Rhodes, Geoffrey C. Ward

    Hardcover (Orion Books, March 13, 1991)
    The personal journal of a young Union soldier provides an insightful, eyewitness account of the battles and events
  • Horrid Henry Cheeky Collection 10 Books Box Set

    Francesca Simon

    Paperback (ORION BOOKS, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Horrid Henry Cheeky Collection 10 Books Box Set Titles in the Set Horrid Henry, Horrid Henry Revenge, Horrid Henry and the mummy's curse, Haunted House, Gets Rich Quick, Nits, Tricks the Tooth Fairy, Horrid Henry and the Secret Club, Horrid Henry Double Dare, Horrid Henry Joke Book
  • Salamis

    Christian Cameron

    Hardcover (Orion Books, March 15, 2015)
    None
  • The Big Ones: How Natural Disasters Have Shaped Us

    Dr Lucy Jones

    Paperback (Icon Books Ltd, May 9, 2019)
    When the forces that give our planet life exceed our ability to withstand them, they become disasters. Together they have shaped our cities and architecture, elevated leaders and toppled governments, influenced the way we think, feel, fight, unite and pray. The history of natural disasters is a history of ourselves. The Big Ones investigates some of the most impactful natural disasters, and how their reverberations are still felt today. From a volcanic eruption in Pompeii challenging and reinforcing prevailing views of religion, through the California floods of 1862 and the limitations of memory, to what Hurricane Katrina and the 2004 tsunami can tell us about governance and globalisation. With temperatures rising around the world, natural disasters are striking with ever greater frequency. More than just history or science, The Big Ones is a call to action. Natural hazards are inevitable; human catastrophes are not. With this energising and richly-researched book, Jones offers a look at our past, readying us to face down the Big Ones in our future.
  • 5000-1: The Leicester City Story: How We Beat the Odds to Become Premier League Champions

    Rob Tanner, Alan Smith

    eBook (Icon Books Ltd, May 26, 2016)
    THE INCREDIBLE AS-IT-HAPPENED STORY OF LEICESTER CITY’S MARCH TO PREMIER LEAGUE VICTORYIn August 2015 bookmakers priced Leicester at 5000-1 to win the Premier League – the same odds as Elvis being found alive.On 2 May 2016, the impossible happened – Leicester won, to ecstatic celebrations in the city and around the world.Relive this remarkable season with Rob Tanner, the Leicester Mercury ’s chief football writer, from the great escape of 2015 to the curtain-closer at Stamford Bridge, via Ulloa’s last-gasp winner at Norwich and Vardy’s stunning volley against Liverpool. Detailing the key matches and turning points, Tanner’s book tells the inside story of Leicester City’s heroic year of triumph – and the players who under Claudio Ranieri’s inspired leadership became the most unlikely champions in football history.
  • Spy the Lie: How to spot deception the CIA way

    Philip Houston, Mike Floyd, Susan Carnicero

    eBook (Icon Books Ltd, July 19, 2012)
    Identify the signsAsk the right questionsGet to the truthSpy the Lie is a fascinating study of deception and a comprehensive lesson in how to identify and combat it.Featuring case studies based on the authors’ real-life experiences in the field – involving ‘turned’ assets, KGB moles and criminal government officials – it reveals the methodology developed and used by the CIA to detect deception in the realms of counterterrorism and criminal investigation, and shows you how you can apply these techniques in your daily life.Whether hiring a new employee, investing money, knowing whether your boss is being straight with you, or finding out what your kids have been up to, this ingenious book will enable you to identify deceptive behavior in all its forms, and show you the techniques that will help you reach the truth.