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VETERINARY MEDICINE
Peter Popesko
ATLAS OF TOPOGRAPHICAL ANATOMY OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS, Vol. I, II, III
(212+196+206 pp, colour ill., 325 x 245 mm, hard covers)
One of the most renowned works in veterinary medicine. It details the topographical anatomy of the horse, cow, sheep, goat, swine, dog, cat and rabbit. The illustrations are drawn by Professor Popesko himself, based on his own preparations. This unique atlas for veterinary doctors and surgeons as well as for the students of veterinary medicine has already been published in 14 languages (English, German, Spanish, Slovak, Italian, Portuguese, French, Dutch, Hungarian, Russian, Polish, Croatian, Bulgarian, Romanian) and is distributed all over the world.
Translation Rights sold: Brasil, Croatia, Germany, India, Italy, Poland
Peter Popesko, Viera Rajtová, Jindřich Horák
ATLAS OF ANATOMY OF SMALL LABORATORY ANIMALS, Vol. I, II
/255+258 pp, colour ill., 325 x 245 mm, hard covers)
The study of anatomy of small mammals used in biomedical research: mouse, rat, rabbit, hamster and guinea pig. It allows for comparisons between related species and highlights morphological differences of clinical significance. For biomedical and veterinary research, pharmacologists and students. Published in Slovak and in English.
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NATURE, GARDENING, ANIMALS
VEĽKÁ KNIHA RASTLÍN, HORNÍN, MINERÁLOV A SKAMENELÍN
(BIG BOOK OF PLANTS, ROCKS, MINERALS, FOSSILS)
(385 pp, 1785 colour ill., 235x300 mm, hard covers)
The book contains very solid and detailed information on plants, minerals and fossils of Europe. The life of plants, their environment, localities and species are dealt with as well as the description and deposits of minerals and fossils. An important part of this book are the illustrations, coloured drawings of plants , minerals and fossils. Published in Slovak, Czech, Polish, German, French.
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VEĽKÁ KNIHA ŽIVOČÍCHOV
(BIG BOOK OF ANIMALS)
(345 pp, 1582 colour ill. 235x300 mm, hard covers)
This publication is dedicated to animals of Europe. It provides information on the origin, evolution, classification and occurrence of fauna in Europe. A whole section is devoted to full-colour illustrations and drawings of 1582 animal species with brief descriptions. Published in Slovak, Czech, Polish, German, French. A revised edition is published in April 2009.
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Pavol Škubla
VEĽKÝ ATLAS HÚB
(BIG ATLAS OF MUSHROOMS)
(432 pp, colour ill., 145 x 210 mm, hard covers)
This atlas provides information - by text and colour photographs – of about 800 species of mushrooms, found in the woods and meadows of Europe. The book is very rich in content. All material is divided in four sections according to their use attributes. This unusual but practical system categorize the mushrooms as Edible, Poisonous, Non edible and Rare. It helps to distinguish the mushrooms found in the nature and to learn to know them. In Slovak language.
Translation Rights sold: Poland
PRÍRUČKA HUBÁRA
(PRACTICAL HANDBOOK TO MUSHROOMING)
(120 pp, colour ill., 120 x 190 mm, paperback)
This handbook depicts 100 of the best known and most widely used edible mushrooms found in central Europe. Each mushroom is described not only by a comprehensive text, but also by a colour photo, his specific features are given by a pen-drawing, and his characteristics by pictographs. In the book, you can also find very important information about mistakes and confusion between edible and poisonous types. In Slovak language.
Translation Rights sold: Poland
Pavol Škubla
NEW POCKET ATLAS OF MUSHROOMS
(248 pp, colour ill., 100x190 mm, paperback)
A practical handbook to aid in the identification of the most well known and commonly found mushrooms in Europe. It includes the edible/usable varieties as well as the poisonous types. The coloured photographs of mushrooms in their natural surroundings are accompanied by descriptions and pictographs. In Slovak language.
Translation rights sold: Poland
Oľga Erdelská et al.
ATLAS LIEČIVÝCH RASTLÍN
(ATLAS OF MEDICINAL PLANTS)
(220 pp., colour ill., 145x210 mm, hard covers)
More than 9O medicinal plants – grown in the wild or cultivated in gardens – are described in this publication. The details are offered by text as well as by photos and drawings. The atlas is an educational tool in the aspect, recognition, effects and uses of various medicinal plants, advices how to harvest, dry and take them for prevention and treatment of different diseases. In Slovak language.
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Miroslav Kulfan, Jindřich Krejča
VRECKOVÝ ATLAS LIEČIVÝCH RASTLÍN
(NEW POCKET ATLAS OF MEDICINAL PLANTS)
(272 pp, colour ill., 100x190 mm, paperback)
Fully illustrated with colour photographs and drawings, this practical guide contains comprehensive information on how to recognise, harvest, dry and use medicinal herbs. It presents in detail 90 of the most current plants growing in the wild and provides instructions on their use and best recipes for teas, oils, creams and other preparations to get the best of their healing powers. In Slovak language.
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Ivan Hričovský et coll.
MALÉ OVOCIE PRE VAŠU ZÁHRADU
(SMALL FRUIT FOR YOUR GARDEN)
Ivan Hričovský et coll.
JABLONE A HRUŠKY PRE VAŠU ZÁHRADU
(APPLE-TREES, PEAR-TREES FOR YOUR GARDEN)
Ivan Hričovský et coll.
MARHULE A BROSKYNE PRE VAŠU ZÁHRADU
(APRICOTS AND PEACHES FOR YOUR GARDEN)
(each 104 pp, colour photos, 165 x 210 mm, hard covers)
Indispensable practical guides for gardeners providing advice on how to prepare soil, what plants to choose and how to grow them to get the optimal crop of fruit in the garden. In Slovak language.
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ALBUMS, TOURIST GUIDES
Ján Lacika
SLOVAKIA - TOURIST GUIDE
(192 pp, colour ill., 115 x 197 mm, paperback)
The Slovakia – Tourist Guide outlines the natural properties, climate, people, culture and arts, monuments, history and present life of this country, rich in natural and cultural beauties. It focuses on the most interesting sites, villages, landmarks, natural curiosities and various specialties of Slovakia and offers a range of exciting itineraries. It also provides practical information for visitors, such as summer and winter vacation possibilities, transportation across Slovakia, lodging and boarding facilities and specialties, as well as addresses and opening hours of museums and galleries. The publication is rich in colour photos, illustrations, maps and small city plans. Published in Slovak, English, and German.
Translation rights sold: Czech Republic, Hungary
Ján Lacika
TATRA MOUNTAINS AND SURROUNDINGS
(128 pp, colour ill.125 x 215 mm, paperback)
Tourist guide of the famous Slovak and Polish Mountains - with maps, itineraries and colour photos. It offers information about nature, beauties and architectural monuments of this site as well as tips and advice for great holiday ideas in the mountains in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Published in Slovak, English and German.
Translation rights sold: Czech Republic, Hungary
Ján Lacika
BRATISLAVA AND SURROUNDINGS
(128 pp, colour ill., 125 x 215 mm, paperback)
A full-colour guide for tourists visiting Bratislava and its surroundings. It is an informative guide on the history and culture of the city and describes monuments of art, architecture and history as well as natural sights worth seeing. It contains maps, itineraries and colour photos illustrating this wonderful area of Slovakia. Published in Slovak, English and German.
Translation rights sold: Hungary
Ján Lacika
CZECH REPUBLIC
(120 pp, colour ill., maps, 112 x 197 mm, paperback)
A tourist guide for those who want to explore beyond the Czech Republic’s capital city of Prague: this amazing country offers much more: beautiful countryside, small towns rich in historical monuments, well-preserved castles. The book informs also about interesting inhabitants, historical events and various curiosities. It is available in Czech, English or German language versions.
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Ján Lacika
PRAGUE
(64 pp, colour ill., maps, 125 x 215 mm, paperback)
A tourist guide for one of the most beautiful and pictoresque towns offers many attractions, wonderful and important monuments, buildings, works of arts and interesting places which tourists like to visit in Prague. It describes the history as well as life of Czech capital. The book brings also useful information, maps, photos and itineraries. It is available in Czech, English or German language versions.
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Ján Lacika
VIEDEŇ
(VIENNA)
(64 pp, colour ill., maps, 125 x 215 mm, paperback)
A tourist guide for visitors of Vienna offers information about the most beautiful places of the Austrian metropolis, rich in history, culture, music, and architectural monuments. The book offers the comments on history of Vienna, depicts the interesting places worth to visit, reminds the most known personalities of Vienna, offers maps and photos. Available in Slovak language.
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BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
Táňa Pastorková
VERŠOVANÁ ABECEDA
(THE ALPHABET IN VERSES)
(32 pp, colour ill., 145 x 205 mm, paperback)
Lovely little poems for pre-school children which will help them to walk step by step into the world of alphabet and letters. Joyful colour pictures illustrate every poem. Small children and also their parents will sure love this book. In Slovak language.
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Táňa Pastorková
VESELÉ POČÍTANIE
(FUNNY COUNTING)
(32 pp, colour ill., 195 x 195 mm, hard covers)
The pre-school children can learn the numbers from 1 to 10, reading and learning these nice funny verses, colourfully illustrated. In Slovak language.
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Beatrica Čulmanová
VESELÉ BÁSNIČKY PRE MALÉ DETIČKY
(NICE RHYMES FOR LITTLE KIDS)
(32 pp, colour ill., 195 x 195 mm, paperback)
A pleasant book of nice short poems will sure be attractive for all pre-school children.
The funny stories in verses tell about various animals and are accompanied by beautiful colour illustrations. In Slovak language.
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Krista Bendová
FRČKO A JEŽKO
(LITTLE DOG AND THE HEDGEHOG)
(10 pp board book, colour ill., 230 x 195 mm)
A lovely board book for small children with the funny story in verses about a little dog trying to plant a hedgehog like a cactus. In Slovak language.
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Beatrica Čulmanová
ZATÚLANÉ MAČIATKO
(LOST KITTEN)
(12 pp board book, colour ill., 210 x 180 mm)
A little curious kitten get lost in the forest. It meets a lot of nice friends who help him to find his way home. In Slovak language.
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Beatrica Čulmanová
TUČNIAČIK V ZOO
(LITTLE PINGUIN IN ZOO)
(10 pp board book, colour ill., 230 x 195 mm)
A little pinguin is wandering in ZOO and trying to sell its new black-and-white suit. He knows many animals and their life and habits. In Slovak language.
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Monika Marettová
ROZPRÁVKY Z HORSKÉHO PARKU
(STORIES OF THE FOREST PARK)
(64 pp, colour ill., 210 x 185 mm, hard covers)
Nice tales relating to the life of small animals living in a large Forest Park in the centre of town. All stories are reported by animals themselves and offer many remarkable facts which will definitely be of interest to small boys and girls as well as school children. Reading them, they all will know a lot of exciting things. Published in Slovak. All Foreign Rights available.
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DICTIONARIES, LANGUAGE BOOKS
ANGLICKO-SLOVENSKÝ A SLOVENSKO-ANGLICKÝ VRECKOVÝ SLOVNÍK + CD
(ENGLISH-SLOVAK AND SLOVAK-ENGLISH POCKET DICTIONARY with CD)
(688 pp, 85 x 115 mm, plastic covers)
It contains 20000 entries. In both parts, it gives the basic information on words (lexical genre, gender by nouns, science branch by specialized words, ecc.) In English part, it offers the transcription of pronunciation of English entries.
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NEMECKO-SLOVENSKÝ A SLOVENSKO-NEMECKÝ VRECKOVÝ SLOVNÍK + CD
(GERMAN-SLOVAK AND SLOVAK-GERMAN POCKET DICTIONARY WITH CD)
(720 pp, 85 x 115 mm, plastic covers)
It contains 20000 entries. In both parts, it gives the basic information on words (lexical genre, gender by nouns, science branch by specialized words, ecc.) In German part, it offers the transcription of pronunciation of the words which are not of German origin.
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ENGLISH GRAMMAR SLOVAK GRAMMAR
GERMAN GRAMMAR ITALIAN GRAMMAR
FRENCH GRAMMAR SPANISH GRAMMAR
RUSSIAN GRAMMAR LATIN GRAMMAR
Brief summaries of grammar in tables. 4 pages each. all in Slovak language.
Translation Rights sold: Czech, Serbian
HOBBIES, VARIOUS
NOVÉ RECEPTY V SLOVENSKEJ KUCHYNI
(MY NEW COOKBOOK)
(208 pp, colour ill., 155 x 235 mm, hard covers)
The Cookbook brings a wide selection of traditional recipes as well as modern ones, mainly from Slovak and Czech cuisine, with an influence of best European cooking and taking advantage of latest knowledge of wholesome eating. The book will attract attention of all: it is suitable for young beginners in cooking but it will also inspire experienced cooks. A rich source of interesting inspirations and advice for everyday and festive cooking and baking. In Slovak language.
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NAŠE DIEŤATKO
(OUR BABY)
(32 pp, colour ill., 210 x 285 mm, hard covers)
Beautifully illustrated colour album for happy memories and photographs. In Slovak language.
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