New Releases by Paul Mason

Imagine learning about the human body by observing the different systems--circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, and more--right next to a cute, blue monster named Mo. Readers of this book will do just that! They, and Mo, investigate how the body works through examples of athletes throwing a shot put, hearing the starting beep of a swimming event, and mid-judo throw, among other examples. Short activities and questions keep readers engaged as they encounter important science curriculum content.

''For its historical depth, analytical vigour and mobilizational potential, this book is unparalleled ... every page is an urgent invitation to resist'' David Lammy MP The bestselling author of PostCapitalism offers a guide to resisting the far right The far right is on the rise across the world. From Modi''s India to Bolsonaro''s Brazil and Erdogan''s Turkey, fascism is not a horror that we have left in the past; it is a recurring nightmare that is happening again - and we need to find a better way to fight it. In How to Stop Fascism, Paul Mason offers a radical, hopeful blueprint for resisting and defeating the new far right. The book is both a chilling portrait of contemporary fascism, and a compelling history of the fascist phenomenon: its psychological roots, political theories and genocidal logic. Fascism, Mason powerfully argues, is a symptom of capitalist failure, and it has haunted us throughout the twentieth century. History shows us the conditions that breed fascism, and how it can be successfully overcome. But it is up to us in the present to challenge it, and time is running out. From the ashes of COVID-19, we have an opportunity to create a fairer, more equal society. To do so, we must ask ourselves: what kind of world do we want to live in? And what are we going to do about it?

Chances are when you think of sharks, it''s the great white or hammerhead that swim into view. But, there are over 400 species swimming in the oceans today. And, some are very bizarre with super-long snouts or detachable jaws. They are powerful, super-eating machines. Imagine a dark, triangular fin slicing through water - terrifying to humans. But, they are much more than this. So, check out... -. a shark that has a mouth big enough to fit round a double bed - . the special features and tactics they use to catch prey -. the stories of brave (and lucky) people who have survived shark attacks -. why sharks need our protections to stop becoming extinct True stories, fascinating science, with superb photographs and action packed text take you down to the depths to view an array of fascinating sharks: how they hunt, true shark attack survival stories, weird and unusual sharks and what we can to do protect the special species

Meltdown is the gripping account of the financial collapse that destroyed the West''s investment banks, brought the global economy to its knees, and undermined three decades of neoliberal orthodoxy. Covering the development of the crisis from the economic front line, BBC Newsnight journalist Paul Mason explores the roots of the US and UK''s financial hubris, documenting the real-world causes and consequences from the Ford factory, to Wall Street, to the City of London. In this fully updated new edition, he recounts how the credit crunch became a full-blown financial crisis, and explores its impact on capitalist ideology and politics in our new age of austerity.

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A passionate defence of humanity and a work of radical optimism from the international bestselling author of Postcapitalism How do we preserve what makes us human in an age of uncertainty? Are we now just consumers shaped by market forces? A sequence of DNA? A collection of base instincts? Or will we soon be supplanted by algorithms and A.I. anyway? In Clear Bright Future, Paul Mason calls for a radical, impassioned defence of the human being, our universal rights and freedoms and our power to change the world around us. Ranging from economics to Big Data, from neuroscience to the culture wars, he draws from his on-the-ground reporting from mass protests in Istanbul to riots in Washington, as well as his own childhood in an English mining community, to show how the notion of humanity has become eroded as never before. In this book Paul Mason argues that we are still capable - through language, innovation and co-operation - of shaping our future. He offers a vision of humans as more than puppets, customers or cogs in a machine. This work of radical optimism asks: Do you want to be controlled? Or do you want something better?

Get ready to explore nature and get outside. Readers will discover 25 activities and projects to do in their backyard and beyond. Plan and eat a picnic, paint like Pollock, find the Great Bear in the night sky, and more.

"Expand the world by turning off the screens and unplugging with friends and family. Readers will be inspired to host a tea party, interview their elders, and save the planet before bedtime with 25 activities and projects to do with others"--

Engage with the people in your community through 25 activities and projects designed to get you out into your neighborhood. Clean a neighbor''s car, walk a dog, organize a block party, clean up the trash, and more. Discover great ways to make new friends and give back.

Discover a habitat filled with steaming swamps and crawling with dinosaurs fighting to survive. Spread-by-spread match-ups pit species against one another in scientifically accurate battles, while fact files give report writers all the info they need at a glance.

Take a peek beneath the canopy of prehistoric forests to discover the world of dinosaurs. Spread-by-spread battles pit species against one another in scientifically accurate battles, while fact files give report writers the info they need at a glance.

"Explore the unique world of dinosaurs in coastal habitats. Spread-by-spread match-ups pit species against one another in scientifically accurate battles. Fact files give report writers all the info they need at a glance."--

Cars are fascinating. They''re often quick, sleek, and complex. For many automobile lovers, American supercars are a favorite. Readers of this engaging volume will learn about some of the most well-known cars made in the country. A unique and easy-to-understand layout presents stats and facts about each car in a concise way. Detailed photographs are paired with informative captions and labels that help readers understand the different features of each car. Curious readers of all ages will love learning about these exciting vehicles.

Monkey and his friends, Zu and Sandy, lived in the Emperor''s Cloud Palace. But they played all sorts of tricks on people, so, as a punishment, the Jade Emperor sent them down to Earth. They can only return if they prove that they can use their magical powers for good. Adventure is never far away! In Demon Attack, the friends are called to investigate when a headteacher is acting strangely. There are some very creepy goings-on behind the scenes. Will they uncover what is happening and defeat the mysterious villain? Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and with a dyslexia friendly font,Skate Monkey is aimed at readers aged 8+ and has a manageable length (72 pages)and reading age (7+). The Skate Monkey stories can be read in any order. Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

"High-energy text and photos cover the phenomenon of sharks in pop culture. Chapters explaining how sharks are threatened species are balanced by stories of environmental protection efforts to save them."--

"Chances are, when you think of sharks, it''s the great white or hammerhead that swim into view! But the world''s oceans hold around 500 different species of sharks, and some are extremely bizarre. Check out sharks with strong fins used to crawl on land, a whip-like tail to stun fish, a saw-like snout, and cunning seaweed camouflage. Meet the owners of these cool features and find out how they use them. Superb photographs and action-packed text take you down to the depths to view an array of fascinating but rarely seen creatures"--Amazon.com.

"Stories of real-life shark attacks--including the famous attack on Mick Fanning as he defended a surfing title--are presented in non-sensational but high-energy text. The balanced approach with high-impact photos will satisfy shark lovers and report writers."--

The sweeping grasslands are a raging battleground! Witness towering Utahraptors threatening a young Iguanacolossus, Allosaurus locked on to giant Brontosaurus, and other titanic fights to the death. No dinosaur can surrender--all want to be predator, not prey--

Swimming for Triathlon and Open Water has the advice and tips you need to become more confident, more efficient and faster in the water. The drills and practices target specific key movements and skills to help you build a simple, effective front crawl style. This means you use less energy and swim further in comfort than ever before. Ideal for open-water swims and for longer-distance pool-based swimming. As well as technique, find advice about how to train for an event, on-the-day preparations, what happens during a swim, the psychological side of open-water swimming, race tactics, nutrition and equipment.

Monkey and his friends, Zu and Sandy, lived in the Emperor''s Cloud Palace. But they played all sorts of tricks on people, so, as a punishment, the Jade Emperor sent them down to Earth. They can only return if they prove that they can use their magical powers for good. Adventure is never far away! In Fear Mountain, beastly cries, giant footprints and mysterious events at a funfair are causing trouble every night. Can the friends find out what is going on, and save the day? Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and with a dyslexia friendly font, Skate Monkey is aimed at readers aged 8+ and has a manageable length (72 pages) and reading age (7+). This collection of stories can be read in any order. Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties. Book band: Lime Ideal for ages: 8 + Reading age: 7+

Monkey and his friends, Zu and Sandy, lived in the Emperor''s Cloud Palace. But they played all sorts of tricks on people, so, as a punishment, the Jade Emperor sent them down to Earth. They can only return if they prove that they can use their magical powers for good. Adventure is never far away! In The Cursed Village, something is very wrong in Weston. People are living in fear of the half-zombies, half-vampires that are roaming the streets. Can the friends save the village from the monsters? Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and with a dyslexia friendly font, Skate Monkey is aimed at readers aged 8+ and has a manageable length (72 pages) and reading age (7+). This collection of stories can be read in any order. Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

There''s something unusual about Stella and Tom''s friends - they''re all a little bit dead! The ghosts in the castle are feeling homesick and so a ghostly road trip is the only cure. Can Stella and Tom get their friends home without the interfering ghost catcher, Stoneyheart, catching up with them? Funny, exciting or a little bit spooky, Black Cats are fast-paced stories with short chapters and illustrations throughout - stepping stones to reading confidence

"Originally published in 2015 by Allen Lane, an imprint of Penguin Random House, Great Britain"--Title page verso.

The human body is full of amazingly complex systems. Science has helped explain so much about the way our bodies work, but there are still plenty of myths some consider as fact. Are human bones really four times as strong as concrete? How close can someone sit to a TV before damaging his or her eyes? This fun, informative book separates fact from fiction through the use of engaging fact boxes and specific scientific research to debunk some of the myths surrounding the human body.

The world is full of amazing animals, but some u0093factsu0094 about them often seem too strange to be true. Do goldfish really have short memories? Is cow flatulence really ruining the ozone layer? This book takes a magnifying glass to some of the wildest things people say about animals to find the truth behind the exaggerations, misunderstandings, or even lies we accidentally spread as fact. Fact boxes throughout the book help readers separate the facts from fiction, and entertaining cartoons and illustrations add to the animal fun.

What was the "Forest Kingdom" of Benin? -- What was life like in ancient Benin? -- Did children have to go to school in ancient Benin? -- What kind of work did people do in ancient Benin? -- How did people trade goods in ancient Benin? -- What did people do for fun in ancient Benin? -- What religion did people follow in ancient Benin? -- How did the kingdom of Benin end? -- A day at the Igue festival.

Explores the basics of computer safety, explaining how to tell if a website is safe to visit, computer etiquette and cyber bullying.

Explores the basics of computer search and research, explaining the difference between search and research, how to search and how to organize the results of a search to turn them into research.

Swim Faster, Swim Better is designed to help competent but untrained swimmers improve their technique, allowing them to swim further, faster, with less effort. Author Paul Mason had worked with swimmers of most levels, ranging from national champions to untrained enthusiasts who couldn''t understand why they couldn''t go any faster. There are lots of swimmers out there who would like to improve, but don''t really know how to progress from splashing up and down to gliding through the water. This book explains seven simple things you can do to become a better swimmer: 1 Streamlining: How to reduce the resistance you present to the water 2 Breathing: Learn to time when to take a breath, and how much breath to take on 3 Body position: This section looks at head angle, relative position of the chest and hips, body roll, and the energy-sapping evils of twist 4 Flexibility: This section will include information on the kind of flexibility that''s crucial for swimming, plus exercises to improve flexibility 5 Hold on the water: This chapter explains hand entry into the water, hand shape, the course your hands might trace through the water, arm shape, exit and recovery 6 Kicking: A short section on kicking technique, which has a significant effect on your body position 7 Stroke and rhythm: This chapter focuses on putting it all together to develop a smooth, fast, easy stroke