Ben Miller

Son muchas las historias populares que buscan en la historia héroes, pioneros, mártires y mitos, pero, como sostienen Huw Lemmey y Ben Miller en este ensayo, el pasado está lleno de personas queer cuya maldad ha sido ignorada inexplicablemente. Todos recordamos a Oscar Wilde, pero ¿que hay de Bosie, el petulante y cruel hijo de la aristocracia britanica que, tras haber sido descubierto como su amante, defenestraria publica y penalmente al propio Wilde? ¿Que pasa con esos bad gays cuyas vidas poco ejemplares revelan mas de lo que podriamos esperar? Historia en parte revisionista, en parte biografia historica y basado en el podcast del mismo nombre, Gays malos subvierte la nocion de iconos homosexuales y heroes queer y pregunta que podemos aprender sobre la historia, la sexualidad y la identidad LGBTQ a traves de sus villanos. Desde el emperador Adriano hasta el notorio ganster Ronnie Kray, los autores excavan la historia enterrada de estas vidas queer. La lista incluye a matones fascistas, artistas famosos, puritanos conservadores y bon viveurs libertinos, imperialistas, hombres del gobierno y arquitectos. Juntas, estas asombrosas historias de vida amplian y desafian los supuestos dominantes sobre la identidad sexual. Muestran que la homosexualidad en si fue una idea que

Ben Miller nos muestra en este libro dotado de regocijante humor el aspecto quizás menos conocido de la ciencia: su belleza y su hipnótica capacidad de seducción. En un momento en que vivimos un extraordinario florecimiento del conocimiento cientifico, no podemos ignorar que somos simios mutantes, que vivimos una glaciacion a bordo de una bola de hierro fundido, que orbitamos alrededor de un agujero negro supermasivo, que el Gran Colisionador de Hadrones esta desentrañando los secretos de lo infinitamente pequeño, y que el Telescopio Reflector Hubble esta explorando los mas lejanos confines del universo. Y como nos demuestra Miller en estas paginas en las que hace un recuento tan fresco como fascinante del actual estado y funcionamiento de la ciencia, no hace falta ser Einstein para que esta se convierta en una de las alegrias cotidianas de la vida.Ben Miller nos muestra en este libro dotado de regocijante humor el aspecto quizás menos conocido de la ciencia: su belleza y su hipnótica capacidad de seducción. En un momento en que vivimos un extraordinario florecimiento del conocimiento cientifico, no podemos ignorar que somos simios mutantes, que vivimos una glaciacion a bordo de una bola de hierro fundido, que orbitamos alrededor de un agujero negro supermasivo, que el Gran Colisionador de Hadrones esta desentrañando los secretos de lo infinitamente pequeño, y que el Telescopio Reflector Hubble esta explorando los mas lejanos confines del universo. Y como nos demuestra Miller en estas paginas en las que hace un recuento tan fresco como fascinante del actual estado y funcionamiento de la ciencia, no hace falta ser Einstein para que esta se convierta en una de las alegrias cotidianas de la vida.

BEN MILLER, tras estudiar Física en Cambridge, se hizo famoso como humorista, actor y director de series televisivas británicas. En este libro nos muestra el aspecto quizás menos conocido de la ciencia: su belleza y fascinante capacidad de seducción. En un momento en que vivimos un extraordinario florecimiento del conocimiento científico, no podemos ignorar que somos simios mutantes, que vivimos una glaciación a bordo de una bola de hierro fundido, que orbitamos alrededor de un agujero negro supermasivo, que el Gran Colisionador de Hadrones está desentrañando los secretos de lo infinitamente pequeño, y que el Telescopio Reflector Hubble está explorando los más lejanos confines del universo. Es realmente esencial conocer todas estas cosas y algunas más no sólo porque son importantes, sino también porque nos sorprenderán y fascinarán. Si alguna vez ha sospechado que se está perdiendo una parte espectacular del conocimiento científico, después de leer NO HACE FALTA SER EINSTEIN, la ciencia se convertirá en una de las alegrías constantes de su vida.

Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans'A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small' Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father ChristmasA boy, a dog, and a magical body-swap adventure! Enter a world of wonder in this classic adventure from top-ten bestselling children's author, Ben Miller.George has always wondered what it's like to be a dog. One night, a magical mix-up with an enchanted fountain means he swaps places with Midnight, a huge and loveable hound! Becoming a dog is an amazing adventure, until George uncovers a plan that could threaten Midnight's home. Can the two friends save the day before the clock strikes twelve and leaves them stuck in each other's bodies forever?

Image for Diary of a Christmas Elf : Christmas magic delivered with the top-ten bestseller!Click to enlargeDiary of a Christmas Elf : Christmas magic delivered with the top-ten bestseller!by Ben Miller (Author)Format:Hardback 208 pagesPublisher:Simon & Schuster LtdImprint:Simon & Schuster LtdISBN:9781398501836Published:11 Nov 2021Classifications:Christmas, Classic fiction (Children's / Teenage), General fiction (Children's / Teenage), Adventure stories (Children's / Teenage), Traditional stories (Children's / Teenage), Humorous stories (Children's / Teenage)Readership:Children / JuvenileWeight:240gDimensions:180 x 136 x 20 (mm)Pub. Country:United KingdomFor sale in:All countriesDescriptionChristmas magic, delivered! The top-ten bestseller and must-have festive gift, discover the joy of gift-giving in this hilarious Christmas caper from bestselling author, Ben Miller. All Tog wants to do is work in Santa's workshop and one wonderful day, the letter from Santa arrives: Tog has been selected as an apprentice elf! Making toys is a lot more technical and a lot less fun than Tog had imagined, and even though his new friend Holly tries to help him, he's quickly relegated to cleaning out the reindeer stables. But someone has been stealing the presents from the workshop and a case of mistaken identity finds Tog accused of being the culprit! Can Tog use his special Christmas magic to discover the real thief and save all the presents before Christmas Eve is over? A funny and heartwarming story from the King of Christmas, Ben Miller - the perfectly sized stocking filler for all the family! Praise for BookTrust pick The Night I Met Father Christmas:'A gorgeous tale brimming with the magic of Christmas.A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small' Ruth Jones 'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . .irresistible' Alexander Armstrong 'A fire-side gem of a story' Abi Elphinstone, bestselling author of Sky Song and Everdark 'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' Philip Ardagh

Enter a world of wonder with the bestselling new novel from actor, comedian and author, Ben Miller - out in paperback 1st April. Lana loves stories. Especially the ones she and her brother, Harrison, share in their make-believe games.But when Harrison decides he's too grown-up to play with Lana she finds herself feeling lonely. Until something magical happens . .. Hidden in the strange new supermarket in town, Lana discovers a portal to a fairytale world! But these aren't the happy-ever-after fairytales that Lana knows, they are darker and more dangerous, and the characters need Lana's help to defeat an evil witch. But she can't do it alone.Can she convince Harrison to believe in stories again and journey to the world with her . . .before it's too late? Fall into this bestselling classic adventure about the power of stories, with beautiful illustrations throughout from Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini. 'A magical adventure' Sunday Express'Great for reading aloud' The Week Junior'A fire-side gem of a story' Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas'A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small' Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Fabulous' Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear

Come on a magical journey around the world in this enchanting picture book adaptation of Ben Miller s bestselling Christmas classic It was quarter to midnight on Christmas Eve The lights were out all over the land and children everywhere were asleep in their beds dreaming of the big day to come Well almost everywhere Jackson is determined to stay awake until Father Christmas arrives but on the stroke of midnight when a tiny figure whooshes down the chimney he is in for the most magical surprise Join Jackson on the night he met Father Christmas and travelled the world in an adventure he will never forget This enchanting adaptation of Ben Miller s beloved story is exquisitely illustrated by highly acclaimed artist Elisa Paganelli making it the perfect way to share this exhilarating Christmas classic with younger readers

The GIGANTIC brand new magical adventure from Ben Miller, bestselling author of The Day I Fell into a Fairytale. Marcus has just started Merlin's, a very unusual school...He doesn't like it and is doing everything he can to get into big trouble and be sent home. When a midnight prank accidentally wakes a sleeping giant called Crom, things take a turn for the magical.But there are other giants on the move, bigger and angrier than Crom. Realising that Merlin's and the whole country are in danger, it's a race against time for the two new friends to find the magic of their own bravery.Turn the page, share the adventure in a magical story for all the family, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli.Praise for Ben Miller:'A magical adventure' Sunday Express on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale'Great for reading aloud' The Week Junior on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale'A fire-side gem of a story' Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Fabulous' Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' Philip Ardagh on The Night I Met Father Christmas

THE EXPLOSIVE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Black holes Dinosaurs Exploding particles Ever had the feeling that you are missing out on some truly mind blowing science but never had the time to do something about it Ben Miller was working on his Physics PhD at Cambridge when he accidentally became a very successful comedian But first love runs deep and he has returned to his roots to share his favourite bits of science in the simplest way possible What does the behaviour of molecules have to do with baking a Victoria Sponge for Gordon Ramsay You ll have to read this book to find out Boring complicated science be gone This is the stuff that you really need to know Not just because it matters but because it will quite simply amaze and delight you Books like these should act as gateway drugs for the incurably curious Observer Miller has a gift for making complex ideas seem comprehensible enjoyable and educational full marks Miller for a tricky job well done Mail on Sunday

School kid by day hero by night Dive into a magical adventure inspired by Robin Hood where you can be the hero from bestselling author actor and comedian Ben Miller OUT NOW Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour irresistible Alexander Armstrong Wonderful funny magical Chris Evans Charlie has just started a NEW SCHOOL Feeling a little shy she prefers to escape into a world of books But when she finds herself on the other side of the library in a completely different world she must embark on a QUEST to save the people of the forest from the EVIL Sheriff who looks a lot like her mean teacher Learning to use a bow and arrow and stand up against the bullies is harder than it looks but there might just be some friends to help her on the way TURN THE PAGE SHARE THE ADVENTURE in a heroic new story of TEAMWORK FRIENDSHIP and BRAVERY for all the family packed with amazing illustrations from Elisa Paganelli

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Discover the thrilling origin stories of the bard Edgin the barbarian Holga and their whole adventuring party in this official prequel to Dungeons & Dragons Honor Among Thieves Edgin Darvis life is a mess All that he has left are his lute his dashing good looks and not much else After a chance encounter with badass bruiser Holga Edgin is forced to take a hard look at his bad choices But the road to redemption is long and paved with unforeseen expenses Fortunately the world is full of rich fools begging to be parted from their money And so Edgin and Holga do what any sensible entrepreneurs would do they form a crew Joined by a charming rogue Forge Fitzwilliam and Simon a sorcerer with an intense inferiority complex the team sets out to line their pockets with both well earned and ill gotten gold Together Edgin s crew battles monsters across the realms gnoll raiders fey witches and more fall beneath their sharp weapons and sharper wit But when they encounter a new more sophisticated villain keen blades and piercing blue eyes may not be enough Their target Torlinn Shrake a wealthy eccentric known for abusing his servants and hosting lavish parties The plan Play dress up sneak into the Shrake estate and fill their pockets with as much

Turn the page, share the adventure in an out-of-this world story from bestselling author, Ben Miller. A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small Ruth Jones ''Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible'' Alexander Armstrong ''Wonderful, funny, magical'' Chris Evans Harrison tries his best to be good. He doesnt steal, he always shares with his sister and he never cheats at board games, but Harrison also has a BIG flaw . . . He can''t control his temper! So when hes given a black hole instead of a balloon at a party, Harrison jumps at the chance to get rid of everything that makes him cross. But when its not just things he hates that are disappearing into the black hole but things he loves, too, Harrison starts to realize that sometimes you should be careful what you wish for... An epic time-travel story of twists and trouble, from master storyteller Ben Miller, with beautiful illustrations from Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini.

Turn the page . . . join the adventure in the latest bestseller from Ben Miller!Lana and Harrison are staying with their grandparents, when they discover their favourite tree to play in is under threat. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a fearsome beast terrifies all who live there. When Harrison is kidnapped by the evil Queen, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers and restore the balance of the storybook world, before the night is out. A breathtaking journey through magical worlds for all the family, featuring Lana and Harrison, the adventure-loving siblings from the bestselling The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, from master storyteller, Ben Miller. Praise for Ben Miller:'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called MidnightA magical adventure Sunday Express on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father Christmas

Climb into the adventure of your dreams in the bestselling adventure from bestselling author, Ben Miller!Lana and Harrison are staying with their grandparents, when they discover their favourite tree to play in is under threat. That night, a magical golden thread leads them up through the hollow of the tree into a storybook land, where wind and rain rage and a mysterious creature lives. When Harrison is kidnapped by the evil Spider Queen, Lana must do whatever it takes to find him, save the villagers and restore the balance of the storybook world, before the night is out.