Schadenfreude: why we feel better when bad things happen to other people

In Schadenfreude, historian of emotions Tiffany Watt Smith offers expert insight and advice. Ranging across thinkers from Nietzsche to Homer Simpson, investigating the latest scientific research, and collecting some outrageous confessions on the way - she reveals how everyone, babies, nuns, your most trusted friends, are enjoying your misfortunes. But rather than an emotional glitch, she argues…

There's a monster

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9787570521456

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8 p. ; ill.

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The most boring book in the world

This is not just any boring book - it is the most boring book in the world. That is why nothing exciting, funny, or even remotely interesting is allowed in it...

Flower

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9787570521456

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8 p. ; ill.

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Alex Rider Skeleton Key Graphic Novel

The hazy days of Wimbledon are the unlikely first link in a terrifying chain of events. Alex Rider, reluctant teenage spy, is forced into hiding after his recce mission as a ballboy makes him a target for a murderous Chinese gang. Sent to the island Skeleton Key, Alex is thrown into further danger as from there, General Sarov - an insane Russian - has plans to destroy the world. Alone, with jus…

Travel with Mr. Wind

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9787570521456

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8 p. ; ill.

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Have a good dream

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9787570521456

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8 p. ; ill.

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The cracks the let the light in

Jessica Moxham thought she was prepared for the experience of motherhood. Armed with advice from friends and family, parenting books and antenatal classes, she felt ready. After giving birth, she found herself facing a different, more uncertain reality. Her son, Ben, was fighting to stay alive. When Jessica could finally take him home from hospital, the challenges were far from over. In t…

I'm very happy

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9787570521456

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8 p. ; ill.

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Protect the eyes

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9787570521456

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8 p. ; ill.

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