Most Popular Books by De Beer

Thoroughly reviewed, with new chapters and several new authors, Global Journalism addresses the most pertinent issues and problems in today''s global journalism. This new edition recognizes the vast and rapid changes taking place in global journalism across media systems on all continents. Its three interlinking parts offer an overview of the present state of media and journalism theory; a critical analysis of the main issues confronting global journalists, media organizations, audiences, and others in the media world; and a focus on the media of the worldÕs eight major journalism and media regions. Global Journalism has established itself over a quarter of a century as a trusted authority on international media. The new edition carries that reputation further into the 21st Century for a new generation of journalism and media scholars, students, and media professionals.

"The Darwinian revolution in human thought is still, after a hundred years, a primary creative force in modern science. In this concise, authoritative, and stimulating biography of Charles Darwin, Sir Gavin de Beer--eminent British scientist and author--brings new historical research to bear on Darwin''s life and work. Concentrating primarily on Darwin''s scientific contributions, Sir Gavin builds up a brilliant synthesis showing the relationship of Darwin''s theory of natural selection to modern genetics and molecular biology..." - Book jacket.

When Lars, the little polar bear, rescues a husky puppy trapped in a deep crack in the ice, the little dog follows him and soon finds himself in trouble again. Howling pitifully, the puppy begs, “Please don’t leave me! I’m hungry and I want my mother!” So once again, it’s Lars to the rescue. But can he get the impetuous pup back safely to the rest of the husky team? Fans of Hans de Beer’s engaging Little Polar Bear won’t want to miss this exciting adventure.

The youngest of sports fans can join in all the fun of the ball game with this touch-and-feel board book featuring six interactive elements. Full color.

Adorable little touch and feel board book celebrating birthdays written and illustrated by Hans de Beer and Serena Romanelli!

Originally published in 1934, this book discusses the process of tissue differentiation in developing embryos of a variety of species. Huxley and de Beer examine important aspects of development such as symmetry, the mosaic stage of differentiation and the relationship between hereditary factors and differentiation.

Lars returns in a new adventure! The Little Polar Bear series gently introduces children to subjects such as friendship, courage, family, environmentalism and nature. In his most captivating adventure yet, Lars must rescue two polar bear cubs from a submarine bound for the zoo and reunite them with their family. AUTHOR: HANS de BEER was born in Muiden, a small town near Amsterdam, in the Netherlands. He studied illustration at the Rietveld Academy of Art in Amsterdam. AGES: 3-8

The beloved picture book Little Polar Bear—now available in bilingual Arabic editions! It’s a big day for the little polar bear Lars! His father takes him hunting for the very first time, and that night he is so tired from all his lessons that he falls fast asleep. He sleeps so soundly that he doesn’t hear the ice crack, doesn’t feel himself slowly drift away from his father and the arctic—he doesn’t realize that his adventures have just begun. For more than thirty years Little Polar Bear has enchanted children and grown-ups around the world. NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books. On the heels of our bilingual Rainbow Fish editions comes Little Polar Bear (paperback), available in ten languages. Our program focuses on unique titles that address universal themes such as friendship, tolerance, and finding courage—bringing great stories and second-language learning fun to children around the world. A great way to introduce a second language to very young children whether they are English- or Arabic-speaking.

Nugget is a happy little dog until he gets lost. Where could he be? But when he looks up at the looming skyscrapers and down at the bustling crowds, little Nugget realizes he''s in for a BIG adventure!

Based on consulations with geologists, climatologists, philologists, astronomers, and ancient texts, presents the classic study of the route taken by Hannibal and his Carthaginian army from Spain across the Alps to the plains of Italy in the famous marchon Rome during the Second Punic War.

Lars, the young Polar Bear, awakens to a warm morning in the North Pole. Taking the opportunity to further explore the land near his home, he stumbles upon a Cormorant and a group of Whales who are in trouble. Highlighting not only the importance of teamwork and friendship, but also a moral metaphor for the effect humanity is having on the environment, ''Little Polar Bear and the Whales'' is an enjoyable trip to the North Pole. AUTHOR: Hans de Beer was born in Muiden, a small town near Amsterdam, in the Netherlands. He studied illustration at the Rietveld Academy of Art in Amsterdam.

It never hurts to be prepared. This is also true of cooking for yourself or your family. Clever Cooking shows you how to easily plan and prepare nutritious meals free of harmful preservatives, chemicals and additives, not only to ensure your family eats healthily, but to save you some time and money, too!In Clever Cooking, Vickie shares her survival strategy for cooking and eating nutritiously when you lead a busy lifestyle – meal prep. She offers some of her family’s favourite dishes, from soups and stews to oven bakes and one-pan dishes, as well as sauces and ‘flavour starters’, that can be prepared ahead of time, so you can quickly prepare a wholesome meal from scratch on busy nights. What’s more, Vickie knows that all South Africans are faced with the unique challenge of loadshedding, which can disrupt our time in the kitchen. Meal prep is a clever way to work around those annoying blackouts – making wholesome meals in advance, when you have electricity available, is a great way to ensure you and your family can still eat well, even with limited resources.Whether you want a hearty lamb shank bobotie; creamy fish pie; Moroccan meatballs; or chicken, leek and mushroom pies, your family can enjoy healthy and delicious meals every night. And, you’ll be satisfied knowing that by spending time in the kitchen on one day, you’ll be giving yourself a night off in the future! Vickie includes tips for freezing and defrosting food, batch cooking, as well as a sample seven-day meal plan to show how you can combine advance prep with dishes made from scratch on the night.Penguin Random House South Africa;Clever Cooking;Vickie de Beer; 978-1-48590-158-7;meal preparation;meal planning;menu planning;cooking ahead;time-saving cooking;family-friendly recipes;low-carb recipes;diabetes-friendly recipes;healthy cooking;cooking for a family;cooking for the freezer;freezing;guidelines for freezing food;one-pan dishes;slow cooking;tray-bakes;casseroles;stews;soups;broths;fermentation;cook-in sauces;low-carb;seven-day meal plan

Lars, the little polar bear, drifts all alone on an icefloe in the middle of the sea. As the ice floe melts, he manages to find safety on a barrel. An adventurous journey begins. Finally Lars lands in Africa. It''s an exciting place to be, but the little polar bear misses his cold, white home. Luckily, his new friends, a hippopotamus and a whale, help him find his way back.

Celebrate the Little Polar Bear''s 30th anniversary in this collection of 10 favorite Little Polar Bear stories! From hippos to reindeer to whales and husky pups, Lars, the little polar bear is great at meeting new friends. This collection of heart-warming stories about everyone''s favorite little polar bear will make its way into a new generation of children''s hearts with this gift collection and amazing value. "Hans de Beer’s “Little Polar Bear” . . . a witty, plaintive book my children adored when they were barely out of diapers."—Dwight Garner, The New York Times “This is an endearing picture book, with soft-colored illustrations that help give a very cold place a warm feel.” —Children’s Literature Reviews Join Lars, the little polar bears, on these 10 different adventures, with unabridged text! Little Polar Bear Ahoy There, Little Polar Bear Little Polar Bear Finds a Friend Little Polar Bear, Take Me Home! Little Polar Bear and the Brave Little Hare Little Polar Bear and the Husky Pup B7 Little Polar Bear and the Big Balloon Little Polar Bear and the Reindeer Little Polar Bear and the Whales Little Polar Bear and the Submarine

It is the year 2047. When a huge 110 mile wide asteroid - hurtling towards Earth - is discovered by Eddie Thompson, the governments of the time realize the devastating implications for the future of mankind. They put their differences aside to work together in secret, trying to devise a means to remove the threat of this asteroid, but also a means to escape Earth should their best efforts fail. A colonizer ship is constructed in out of sight of the public behind the moon, and no expenses are spared. The last nuclear warheads are placed on ballistic missiles and launched to either deflect or destroy the asteroid - named Derak - but in the end their plans fails miserably and in 2054 it crashes into India, ending all life. Nothing survives the apocalyptic disaster. But not before a hundred and forty thousand carefully selected people escape on the first interstellar ship ever built - the Genesis - and head towards a known Earth like planet discovered earlier around a far away star. In Genesis, the last survivors of humanity travel for sixty years at near light speed and in deep sleep until they arrive at the new planetary system of 10 Tauri, where they find against all odds a new Earth teeming with life, and here they take on a fantastic adventure of colonizing this new world, set in a Jurassic -type era. When one of the landing shuttles crash in a remote jungle, their survival is complicated by the discovery of two primitive civilizations at war...

Designed to give managers the practical guidance they need to supervisze effectively, this text discusses and applies focused supervision in four key management areas: planning; controlling; organizing; and leading. The text then tackles the supervisor''s role in human resource management.

A collection of ten favorite Little Polar Bear stories!

These sturdy, 100% cotton shirts are sure to delight children ages 6-8. Each is packaged in an attractive box (no gift wrapping needed!) and makes the perfect gift.

One day Lars, the Little Polar Bear, rescues a husky puppy from a deep crack in the ice. Instead of thanking Lass, the puppy snarls and yaps at him. Disgusted, Lars heads off towards the sea. The little dog follows him and soon finds herself in trouble -- again stranded on a floating piece of ice. "Please don''t leave me!" she calls to Lass. "I''m hungry and I want my mother!" So once again, it''s Lass to the rescue. But can he get the impetuous pup back safely to the rest of the husky team? Fans of Lars''s earlier adventures will welcome him back in this new story, and those meeting him for the first time will be won over by Hans de Beer''s beguiling hero.

For 1-4 players, ages 3-6 Game includes: -- 4 playing boards -- 24 lotto cards -- Instructions