Reg Saddler

В «Дюне» Фрэнку Герберту удалось совершить невозможное — создать своеобразную «хронику далекого будущего». И не было за всю историю мировой фантастики картины грядущего более яркой, более зримой, более модной и оригинальной. Цикл «Дюна» был и остается уникальным явлением — самым грандиозным, самым дерзким, самым масштабным творением за всю историю мировой фантастики.

Step into the unique world of Flatland, where women are thin, straight lines and social status is defined by the number of sides you have. Follow the fascinating journey of A. Square, a mathematician resident of this two-dimensional land, as he travels through Spaceland, Lineland, and Pointland, encountering a range of geometric forms. Will he succeed in his ultimate goal of visiting a land of four dimensions? This masterpiece of science fiction and satire, illustrated by the author himself, is both entertaining and instructive, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the concept of multiple dimensions of space.

Looking beyond the standard knowledge of captive parrots, Thinking Like a Parrot explores the social behavior, cognition, and vocal abilities of wild parrots. The authors document the parrots' unique ecological and evolutionary traits, and how their adaptability has led to their vulnerability. Spanning various parrot species, this book showcases the intelligence, flexibility, and resilience of these remarkable birds. Discover surprising insights into parrot behavior and ecology in Thinking Like a Parrot.