the watch book
Brunner Gisbert L. The Watch Book. Compendium
The 41 most important watch brands in the world are comprehensively honoured through the knowledgeable texts of watch expert Gisbert L. Brunner and with almost 1 000 pictures. A must for all collectors and connoisseurs of wristwatches and those who want to become one The Watch Book I and II combined in one volume: extensive expertise by the renowned wristwatch expert and watch historian Gisbert L. Brunner and almost 1 000 high-quality photographs. This compendium presents the earliest beginnings and outstanding names in the upscale art of watchmaking. Few objects combine function, elegance and status as skilfully as a wristwatch. A blend of precise mechanics, craftsmanship, precious materials and innovation characterises the true superlatives. However, the world of the wristwatch is in a state of upheaval; so-called smartwatches are becoming increasingly important. Nevertheless, they will not displace the classic timepieces with mechanical movements from wrists, because the ticking of the mechanical watch is and remains the heartbeat of human culture. Following the individual successes of The Watch Book I and The Watch Book II, these two titles are now available together in one comprehensive volume. Watch lovers can enjoy with all their senses a magnificently illustrated and superbly documented chronicle of the world's finest timepieces. It captivates with portraits of more than 40 premium watch brands and shows their extraordinary designs as well as exclusive technical developments that have made their contribution to the history of the wristwatch. An informative glossary of important technical terms makes The Watch Book - Compendium a standard work for watch collectors.
11572 Р.
Peppa's Magic Bath Book
Dip this book in water and watch it change colour! Peppa loves rainy days, muddy puddles and bath time, too! Splish! Splash! Splosh! Featuring an exciting colour-change on every page and durable, waterproof pages which can be wiped clean after use and left to dry, so the book is ready to explore time and time again. A perfect book for bath time for all Peppa fans. Read Peppa's story and watch the colours magically transform when the book is dipped in water!
2178 Р.
My Magic Bath Book
Dip this book in water and watch it change colour! Featuring an exciting colour-change on every page and bright, bold artwork, this book will engage young children while encouraging interaction and play during bath time. The durable, waterproof pages can be wiped clean after use and left to dry, so the book is ready to explore time and time again. Say hello to the friendly octopus, shark and mermaid, and watch them magically transform when the book is dipped in water! This colour-changing bath book: Stimulates vision Encourages sensory development Recommended for children aged 0+
2282 Р.
Brunner Gisbert L. The Watch Book. More Than Time
- A comprehensive look at the highest discipline of watchmaking: the complications - From bestselling author and watch expert, Gisbert L. Brunner - A perfect gift for watch connoisseurs and watch collectors From stopwatches and alarms, to world clocks and calendar functions, to tourbillons that counter the effects of gravity, these so-called complications have been the crowning glory of fine watchmaking for centuries. The Watch Book - More than Time is an illustrated compendium of watchmaking that explores these most intricate elements of the horologist's craft through timing, astronomy, and striking. This volume is a unique and impressive addition to the book market and a lavish tribute to the mastery of horology. Text in English and German.
7693 Р.
Brunner Gisbert L. The Watch Book
- Volume II of The Watch Book follows on the successful and comprehensive earlier volume with a magnificently illustrated book about the additional functions and refinements of wristwatches - Includes an informative and entertaining text by watch expert Gisbert L. Brunner, author of Volume I - This well-documented chronicle of the most advanced features of the world's best timepieces will be a standard reference for watch collectors and aficionados Volume II of The Watch Book follows on the successful and comprehensive earlier volume with a magnificently illustrated book about the additional functions and refinements of wristwatches. For centuries, so-called "complications" - any feature of a mechanical timepiece beyond the display of hours, minutes and seconds - have embodied the crowning glory of fine mechanical watchmaking. Among the earliest of these are alarm clocks and calendar movements. Moon phase displays have also been known for several centuries. Striking movements can be considered among the most complex and technically elaborate additional functions, while finishing techniques such as skeletonizing, which is mainly done by hand, also characterize the high art of watchmaking. This superbly illustrated volume by watch expert and historian Gisbert L. Brunner is dedicated to advanced functions of mechanical timepieces, their historical development and special technical features. Topics covered in this book include: Hands and numerals; Spring; Astronomical display (moon phases etc.); Tides; Double balance; Alarm clock; Altitude/depth measurement; Skeletonisation. Text in English and German.
9224 Р.
Lukyanenko Sergei Night Watch
Part of the "Night Watch" trilogy, this book follows Anton, a young Other owing allegiance to the Light. As a Night Watch agent he must patrol the streets and metro of the city, protecting ordinary people from the vampires and magicians of the Dark. Until he becomes involved in events that threaten the uneasy truce, and the whole city.
2105 Р.
Bromley Nick Open Very Carefully
Watch out! A crocodile is eating his way through your favourite bedtime picture book! What would you do if you were settling down for a quiet bedtime story and you realised that a crocodile had fallen into your book? And what if that crocodile was furious? Would you slam that book shut or would you be brave enough to peek? This very grumpy crocodile has ended up in totally the wrong book, and so he decides to eat his way out. Just watch out for your fingers! A hilarious story with diecut holes throughout that is great fun for the reader but bad news for a cross crocodile! Winner of the Waterstone’s Children’s Book Prize 2014
1626 Р.
Wristwatch Annual 2022. The Catalog of Producers, Prices, Models, and Specifications
With Wristwatch Annual, collectors have at hand a wealth of information on the latest offerings from today's most important watch producers, from Swiss mainstays like Rolex and Patek Philippe to the maverick independent brands springing up across Europe and the U.S. The book is arranged alphabetically by producer, and the movement, functions, case, band, price, and variations of each pictured watch are fully described. This year's edition, like its predecessors, features a variety of additional articles on independent watchmaking, key personalities in the watch world, and the technical aspects of horology. An illustrated glossary and a primer on watch care help acclimate the reader to the world of fine timepieces.
4378 Р.
London. Ultimate Sticker Collection
Packed with fun facts, fascinating information and over 1,000 stickers, this activity book is the perfect introduction to London for curious children. Read the captions in the book and, using the labels beside each sticker, choose the image that best fits in the space available. Don't forget that your stickers can be stuck down and peeled off again! As you hear Big Ben chime, watch the Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and see the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, this colourful sticker book will make learning about London fun.
1437 Р.
Amery Heather Poppy and Sam's Wind-up Train Book
Join Poppy and Sam on Apple Tree Farm with this truly interactive book for young children. Wind up the red train, place it on the tracks embedded in the thick card pages, and watch as it whizzes around the farm. There's even a turntable which allows you to change direction. Three delightful train stories are brought to life with this book and toy.
3074 Р.
The Wheels on the Bus (Jigsaw board book)
Introducing The Wheels on the Bus, a new board book where each spread features charming, foiled or glittered illustrations for little ones to explore. The fun cut-through windows allow children to peek inside the windows of the bus and watch it fill with passengers.
560 Р.
The Wheels on the Bus
Introducing The Wheels on the Bus, a new board book where each spread features charming, foiled or glittered illustrations for little ones to explore. The fun cut-through windows allow children to peek inside the windows of the bus and watch it fill with passengers.
1277 Р.
Marx Jonny Peek-Through Construction
The Sun is up at the start of the day, Mr Brick the builder sets off on his way. Watch the skyline grow and soar as Mr Brick and the builders unearth their construction vehicles in this building-themed board book with chunky peek-through flaps.
1181 Р.
Busy Kangaroo
Have fun exploring Australia with Busy Kangaroo. Push, pull and slide the tabs to bring Kangaroo's adventure to life. Say hello to a smiling quokka, discover the wombats' underground burrow...and watch out for the crocodile! Children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Carlo Beranek, which is part of the popular Busy Book series.
812 Р.
Busy Grow
Push, pull and slide the tabs to make things bloom in Busy Grow! Sprinkle seeds into the soil, water the plants and watch the beautiful flowers turn into fruit and vegetables as you discover how things grow. Green-fingered toddlers will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Diana Bedoya, which is part of the popular Busy Book series.
1196 Р.
Jones Rob Lloyd Look Inside Cars
Little racers will love this fascinating flap book, where they can find out how cars work, see them being made, and watch them roar around racetracks. With over 60 flaps to lift and surprises on every page, this book is sure to keep little fingers and curious minds entertained. Scenes include at the garage, in the factory and at the scrap yard.
1967 Р.