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Teach Yourself Lithuanian, Complete Course (Book Only) (TY: Complete Courses)
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About the Author Meilite Ramoniene is Head of the Department of Lituanian Studies, Vilnius University. Virginija Stumbriene is a lecturer in the Department of Lithuanian Studies, Vilnius University.
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0071478418
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Shifting Shadows of Supernatural Experience: A Manual to Experiencing God
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About the Author Julia Loren is a journalist (B.A., University of Washington), counselor (M.S., Seattle Pacific University), author of several books, and a frequent contributor to publications such as Charisma Magazine. She ministers in churches around the world and offers a variety of workshops and retreats. Dr. James W. and Michal Ann Goll are co-founders of Encounters Network. They have shared Jesus in over 40 nations worldwide. Michal Ann directs Compassion Acts, a mission s arm of Encounters Network. They have also launched Encounters Alliance, an apostolic network of coalition leaders. They have been married for more than 30 years, have four children, and live in Franklin, Tennessee.
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0768424976
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Sit & Solve® Lickety-Split Crosswords (Sit & Solve® Series)
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About the Author Doug Peterson started constructing puzzles in 2003 and enjoys making all kinds of puzzles, ranging from easy-peasy to tear-your-hair-out. He grew up in Montana and now lives in Pasadena, CA.
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1454911662
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Hedge Fund Investing: Understanding Investor Motivation, Manager Profits and Fund Performance, Third Edition
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About the Author Kevin R. Mirabile, C.P.A, D.P.S. is currently a Clinical Associate Professor of Finance at Fordham University where he teaches courses on the principles of finance, investment analysis, derivatives and alternative investing. He has over 35 years of banking and asset management experience in the U.S. and abroad, including senior executive roles at Morgan Stanley, Daiwa Securities and Larch Lane Advisors related to securities operations, derivatives, securities financing, asset management and hedge fund investing. Today, he also serves as an independent mutual fund trustee for Fiera Capital Management. Mr. Mirabile is an active speaker and consultant on topics related to finance, alternative investing and hedge fund issues and has published several articles and books related to hedge fund investing. He is currently working on a new book on Exotic Alternative Investments due to be published this fall by Anthem Press. Mr. Mirabile received his B.S. in Accounting from S.U.N.Y Albany in 1983, his M.S. in Banking and Finance from Boston University in 2008 and doctorate in Finance and Economics from PACE University in 2013. He is a C.P.A., a member of the A.I.C.P.A., the Greenwich Roundtable's Founders Council and a Founding Member and former Trustee of the Newburgh San Miguel Academy.
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The Mothership
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Review KIRKUS REVIEW In Australian author Renneberg's ( The Siren Project , 2012) blockbuster science-fiction thriller, humanity comes in contact with a vastly advanced alien race.Renneberg seamlessly and brilliantly intertwines his storylines (and includes a vivid and fascinating description of the aliens' backstory) while also, along the way, examining humankind's myriad shortcomings.A compelling, visionary must-read for literary sci-fi fans that recalls genre classics by Frederik Pohl and Arthur C. Clarke.Read the full review at:kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/stephen-renneberg/the-mothership/
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098743473X
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The Miracle of Trees (Wooden Books)
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About the Author Professor Olavi Huikari is one of the world's foremost experts on trees and forestry. He was until recently head of the department of forestry at Helsinki University, Finland.
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0802777899
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Rights at Work: Pay Equity Reform and the Politics of Legal Mobilization (Chicago Series in Law and Society)
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About the Author Michael W. McCann is the Gordon Hirabayashi Professor for the Advancement of Citizenship in the Department of Political Science at the University of Washington. He is the author, coauthor, editor, or coeditor of eight books, including, most recently, Injury and Injustice .
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0226555720
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The Star Rover
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About the Author Lorenzo Carcaterra is the author of the novels Sleepers , Apaches , Gangster , and Street Boys , and a memoir, A Safe Place . He lives in New York.
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War Songs and Poems of the Southern Confederacy 1861-1865
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From the Author A popular and characteristic feature of every war is its literature - in poetry and song. "The Marseillaise Hymn" stirred the heart of France as never before; Cromwell, with his Puritans, went forth to battle singing their halleluahs of praise; who that lived amid the days of '61 does not remember the little Irishman, Henry McCarty, who sent forth throughout the Southern states singing to the assembled multitudes "The Bonnie Blue Flag" until they went wild with excitement? What soldier in the Southern states has has not had every nerve thrilled as the band would strike up "Dixie"? It is true that we cannot find much evidence of genius at such times, nor the production of nature and thoughtful study. Such poems and songs are sparks and flames from the fires of war, and high literary merit must not be expected. But if you wish to find the hearts of the people you will hear it in their songs. It has been a delightful task to me in the past year to collect from all q! uarters of the South these songs and poems, and so to rescue from oblivion the productions which are dear to every Southern heart and home. Nor is it confined alone to the South, for in the North, and even in some other lands, people listen with glad interest to the war songs of those days. These songs and poems belong to the Nation. Although our friends in the North will smile at some, wince at others, and even have their blood warmed by one here and there, they must not forget that they were written by their brothers and sisters during a family quarrel when feeling was intense and the fight hot and fast. It is over now; we are more united than ever and shall never fall out with each other again. No North, no South, no East, no West, but one and inseparable, now and forever. H.M. Wharton D.D. (former) private in General Lee's Army Philadelphia, 1904
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Nana (in French)
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Review "The translation...is fluid and true to the text. The A.G. Stevens cover print is an excellent choice." --Roy Arthur Swanson, Univ. of Wisconsin About the Author Emile Zola (1840-1902) was the leading figure in the French school of naturalistic fiction. His principal work, Les Rougon-Macquart, is a panorama of mid-19th century French life, in a cycle of 20 novels which Zola wrote over a period of 22 years. George Holden is a known translator.
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0318634929
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The Secrets of Life and Death: Answers For Your Journey Through This Life and Beyond
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About the Author Dr. Richard G. Shear Ed. D was the first educator to be recognized by Long Island University as Nassau County Teacher of The Year and has won many awards. He served as principal of three separate high schools as an assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, and has been listed in Who's Who in America and Who's Who Among America's Teachers. Dr. Shear has presented at numerous educational conferences and institutions, including Teachers College at Columbia University, the Doctoral Seminar at Fordham University, the national convention of Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, and on multiple occasions to the New York State School Boards Association. Holding a doctorate in educational administration from Fordham University, he has devoted over three decades to helping children in public education, and currently serves as the CEO of ShearAdvantage, an educational consulting and motivational speaking company.
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Poolscaping: Gardening and Landscaping Around Your Swimming Pool and Spa
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Review “Diving into Catriona Tudor Erler’s book on dressing up your pool is cool.” — Arizona Republic “A swimming pool can be more than a big blue hole … Poolscaping helps readers turn it into a retreat.” — Atlanta Journal-Constitution “ … a wealth of ideas on how to make the swimming pool a backyard showpiece.” — Phoenix Home & Garden “… encourages an appealing integration of water and land.” — Publishers Weekly “Excellent photographs give the book a can’t-put-it-down quality.” — Washington Post “… rich with photos for inspiration, but there are plenty of specifics, such as plant recommendations, how-to instructions and tips for dealing with challenges.” — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel “[T]his book will inspire you to create a design that meets your needs for both practicality and beauty.” — The American Gardener “From the latest trends to advice on plantings, waterfalls and fountains, Poolscaping will help add some splash to your summer.” — Maryland Washington Virginia Home & Design About the Author An internationally recognized garden writer, photographer, and speaker, Catriona Tudor Erler is the author of eight garden books and numerous articles that have appeared in such publications as Architectural Digest and Southern Accents. She gardens with her husband and twin sons at their home in Vienna, Virginia.
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B003F76KE0
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An Innocent, a Broad
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Review “Witty, engaging ...a poignant story with sprinklings of good old American neuroticism.” (Elle )“Fresh, heartfelt and hilarious...What a broad, what a mom--what a writer. I loved this book.” (Michael J. Fox )“Funny, irreverent, witty and wise…compulsively readable.” (Dani Shapiro )“Sharp and funny and snide and soulful… I’d hate her guts except that I want to be her best friend.” (Cynthia Kaplan, author of Why I'm Like This )“Uplifting, heart-cheering, and-in the most warm and human way-very, very funny….” (Christina Bartolomeo, author of Cupid and Diana )“Belongs next to David Sedaris’s Me Talk Pretty One Day and even Mark Twain’s Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court.” (Ben Sherwood, author of The Man Who Ate The 747 ) About the Author Ann Lembeck Leary has written for television and film. She is married to actor Denis Leary. They have two children, including a now healthy and hearty teenaged Jack, and live on a farm in Connecticut.
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Artful Bride: Simple, Handmade Wedding Projects
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From Publishers Weekly Freelance art director McFadden and how-to writer Paffrath combine their design talents in this lighthearted, useful guide to creating wedding paraphernalia at home. "Handmade wedding elements are fun to make," they declare in the books preface; "they give you greater control over the feel of your wedding, and they even provide you with some quality downtime during the preparation for the big day." Not to mention that they can save couples loads money that might otherwise go to printers, decorators and jewelers. The authors cover all aspects of wedding design, from invitations and thank you notes to party gifts and ceremony details. Some of their ideas, like their paper and moonstone picture frame, are elegant and professional looking. Others, like their wind-up monkey and penguin name cards, are deliberately humorousand, some might argue, a bit corny. Large color photographs help readers evaluate each project before they decide to start it, and allow them to separate the few duds from the winners. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. About the Author April L. Paffrath is a freelance editor and writer in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In addition to book and magazine editing, she has written architecture profiles, travel pieces, cooking articles, and craft how-to's, for magazines such as Scientific American Explorations and Martha Stewart Living . She is coauthor with Laura McFadden of The Artful Bride: Simple, Handmade Wedding Projects (Rockport, 2003).Laura McFadden is a freelance art director living in Somerville, Massachusetts. She is a former design director for Inc. magazine. She currently runs her own graphic design studio, called Laura McFadden Design, Inc., and has contributed to various craft books and magazines for publishers such as Rockport Publishers, Martingale & Company, and Handcraft Illustrated
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Shiksa
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About the Author I was born in Cologne, Germany shortly before Adolph Hitler became the Chancellor in 1933. The bombings attacks on Cologne by the Allies forced my family to relocate several times. In spite of the devastation, I completed high school at the age of fifteen and entered the Art Academy of the University of Cologne where I became skilled at painting and sculpting. World War II had a great influence on my adolescence and the rest of my life. As refugees, our family was relocated to Erlangen where I became a driver for German military officers during the final stages of the war. Shortly thereafter, I was employed as an artist by the United States Army, working in the same building that had housed my German employers. After falling in love with a young American officer, I became a war bride and left Germany in 1947 to immigrate to the United States. My life in the United States included fashion modeling and assisting my husband with his Ph.D. dissertation. While in Paris, doing research at the Bibliothèque Nationale for my husband's thesis, I continued my modeling career and we enjoyed the rich cultural life of Paris. After my husband's education was completed, I earned a BA and an MA in art history from the California State University at Los Angeles with minors in psychology and philosophy. I taught at a Los Angeles high school where I created their curriculum in normal and abnormal psychology; Because of my wartime experiences, I had a natural antipathy against biases which made my classes very popular in that school. In June of 1973 I received a Certificate of Recognition from the NAACP. Art in one form or another is the driving force in my life. Writing "Shiksa" has fulfilled a life-long ambition. There is very little written about WWII from the point of view of a child of "the enemy." Readers of the manuscript wanted to know, "What happened after you left Germany?" So, I am now busy writing a sequel.
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0615770118
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Exercises And Problems In Linear Algebra
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From the Back Cover This book contains an extensive collection of exercises and problems that address relevant topics in linear algebra. Topics that the author finds missing or inadequately covered in most existing books are also included. The exercises will be both interesting and helpful to an average student. Some are fairly routine calculations, while others require serious thought. The format of the questions makes them suitable for teachers to use in quizzes and assigned homework. Some of the problems may provide excellent topics for presentation and discussions. Furthermore, answers are given for all odd-numbered exercises which will be extremely useful for self-directed learners. In each chapter, there is a short background section which includes important definitions and statements of theorems to provide context for the following exercises and problems.
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9811221073
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The Light of Our Yesterdays
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About the Author Ken Hansen is now a writer, pilot, biker, woodworker and occasional scuba diver but never again attorney. Though he majored in political science at the University of Wisconsin and graduated magna cum laude from Harvard Law, his early political naiveté took him to a lobbying law firm in Washington, DC, where he discovered a few too many ugly truths. Turning his ambitions toward more productive endeavors, he ultimately served as VP & General Counsel of Epic Systems Corporation, a health care software company that grew much larger than he ever thought possible. He retired in 2013 to once again explore that seemingly simple question posed so many years ago in a philosophy class: Why? Luckily, his incredibly patient wife of thirty years, who helped him raise three great kids, keeps asking him, Why not?
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1732853819
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Stashbuster Knits: Tips, Tricks, and 21 Beautiful Projects for Using Your Favorite Leftover Yarn
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Review "With 11 published books, Melissa is a very well-known and respected designer in the knitting world." - -Love of Knitting Magazine About the Author Melissa Leapman is a widely published sweater designer whose patterns have appeared in Vogue Knitting , Knitter’s , McCall’s , Family Circle , Better Homes and Gardens , Knit It! , and Interweave Knits magazines. Leapman has worked as a freelance designer for many leading ready-to-wear manufacturers, noted design houses, and major yarn companies. In addition, her knitting, crochet, and design workshops are extremely popular with crafters at all skill levels. She lives in New York City.
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0307586634
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Taking the Fifth (J. P. Beaumont Mystery)
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About the Author J. A. Jance is the ""New York Times"" bestselling author of the J. P. Beaumont series, the Joanna Brady series, the Ali Reynolds series, and three stand-alone thrillers. Born in South Dakota and brought up in Bisbee, Arizona, she lives with her husband in Seattle, Washington, and Tucson, Arizona.
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0727859447
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Leaving Children Behind: How "Texas-style" Accountability Fails Latino Youth (SUNY series, The Social Context of Education)
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Review "U.S. schools have been engaged in a gigantic effort to impose Texas-style test-driven reform on all U.S. schools. This book reports things are very different than they seem in Texas and helps explain the major problems in implementing President Bush's No Child Left Behind law. The richness of the contributions by major Latino scholars to this analysis should help us understand the tremendous need to diversity our faculties if we are to understand our changing society and its schools." About the Author Angela Valenzuela is Professor of Curriculum and Instruction and Mexican American Studies at the University of Texas at Austin.
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0791462404
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Lucky's 24 Hour Garage
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From School Library Journal Grade 1-3?This period piece takes readers through the night shift at Lucky's 24-Hour Garage in 1939. Angelo is a true service-station professional who takes pride in his work and always has a smile and a friendly word for his customers?even the short-tempered and grumpy ones. The poetic text gives the details of the parade of people who enrich Angelo's world. "Cars rolled through the station on their way to anywhere. Michigan, Texas, Delaware, Ohio?the plates told where they had come from but not where they were going." Careful research is reflected in the stylized art-deco oil paintings: bright colors and sleek lines bring out the details of a variety of cars and trucks and the gas-station decor of the era. At the end of the book, when Angelo's wife and son greet him warmly and take him out to breakfast, readers may realize that the night has passed with neither dirt nor danger. Younger children who like vehicles and gas stations may enjoy this as a simple story; older readers can find both answers and questions about the differences in daily life between then and now.?Carolyn Jenks, First Parish Unitarian Church, Portland, MECopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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078682168X
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The Unsacred Gift
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Review Review- Loved it!! Could not put it down until i finished it. first in a long time since i felt that way about a book. --Read For Your FutureWe read this selection for our book club in June. Our book club rated this book a 5! WE BE BOOK'N BOOK CLUB really discussed this book. Ms Dorsey has done a wonderful job with her first book. She keeps you reading and not wanting to put the book down! At the beginning, you might say "Oh this is an teenager read", but after getting into the book, it's definitely a page turner. It has many twists and turns that will keep you wondering what is really going on, and at the very end you will be very much surprised. The Unsacred Gift will still keep you thinking long after you have finished the book. All our club can say is a JOB WELL DONE, MS. DORSEY!!!! Waiting and anticipating the next exciting book from Ms. Dorsey. --We Be Book'N Book Club --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition. About the Author C. S. Dorsey currently lives in Northern California. She graduated from the University of Phoenix with an Associate’s Degree in Financial Services, and is currently working for a financial institution. She never thought about writing until one day this girl started talking to her in her head and never stop. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
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B004QGYGUY
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I Spy Funny Teeth (Scholastic Reader, Level 1)
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About the Author Award-winning author Jean Marzollo was the author of over 100 books, including the bestselling I Spy series; Help Me Learn Numbers 0-20 ; Help Me Learn Addition ; Help Me Learn Subtraction ; Pierre the Penguin ; Soccer Sam ; Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King ; The Little Plant Doctor ; In 1776 ; Mama Mama/Papa Papa ; and I Am Water ; as well as books for parents and teachers, such as The New Kindergarten . Walter Wick is the photographer of the international bestselling I Spy series as well as the author and photographer of the acclaimed Can You See What I See? series. He lives with his wife, Linda, in Miami Beach, Florida.
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0439524725
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Batman Beyond 2.0 Vol. 2: Justice Lords Beyond
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Review "Adding a fresh coat of storytelling to a popular character."--CBR"Very much like the classic TV series but moves the characters appreciably forward."--IGN About the Author Kyle Higgins is an American comic book writer best known for his work with DC Comics. Higgins' knack for dynamic action scenes and pacing make him one of the best up and coming talents in the industry. His previous works include the fan favorite DC Comics - The New 52's NIGHTWING, the limited series BATMAN: GATES OF GOTHAM along with best-selling writer Scott Snyder, as well as BATMAN and DETECTIVE COMICS.
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1401254640
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Quotations of Alexander Hamilton: Quote/Unquote (Quotations of Great Americans)
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About the Author U-inspire has amassed the largest database of inspirational and motivational quotes in the world. The uinspire.com website is home to their efforts. The company operates out of Boston, Massachusetts.
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1557099391
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National Geographic Readers: Wolves
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About the Author LAURA MARSH is a long time contributor to National Geographic Children Books. She has written a large number of books in National Geographic Readers series and also in Mama Mirabelle and Toot and Puddle series.
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The Queen of New Beginnings
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About the Author Erica James is the author of numerous novels, including 2006 Romantic Novel of the Year Gardens of Delight , A Breath of Fresh Air , The Holiday , and A Sense of Belonging.
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Like Daddy Used To Say....
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About the Author Niki Cross is Founder and President of S.T.A.A.R. Ministry Corporation, (Stop The Abuse And Rescue). She's a speaker, writer, and survivor of abduction. Niki was held against her will and repeatedly assaulted by her abductor and others, until escaping. Realizing how self-destructive her anger and silence had been, it became apparent healing was necessary and the journey began. Her first rescue was over twenty years ago, before it was a popular cause, and often faced ridicule for ministering to women that had been exploited and trafficked. "Survivors have a responsibility to encourage others going through the same trials. To let them know there is life beyond abuse. It's never too late for the hurt to heal. Once a victim, now victorious." Niki mentors several women including many that have been referred through law enforcement and was able to open the first and only safe house in Pinellas County, Florida in 2014. Recognized by Governor Rick Scott in July 2014 for her work with victims, Niki was able to share her story in Tallahassee as new bills were signed on the behalf of victims and survivors. Niki was a Finalist in the 2014 WEDU Be More Outspoken Award, and currently sits on the board of the F.R.E.E. Slavery Survival Network.
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1514638398
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The Cave Girl by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Fiction, Literary
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About the Author Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875 - 1950) was an American writer best known for his creations of the jungle hero Tarzan and the heroic Mars adventurer John Carter, although he produced works in many genres. Burroughs was in his late 60s and was in Honolulu at the time of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Despite his age, he applied for and received permission to become a war correspondent, becoming one of the oldest U.S. war correspondents during World War II. This period of his life is mentioned in William Brinkley's bestselling novel Don't Go Near the Water.
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0809564971
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Andrei Tarkovsky: Interviews (Conversations with Filmmakers Series)
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Book Description A collection of interviews with the Russian filmmaker who directed Andrei Roublev , Solaris , and The Mirror From the Inside Flap A collection of interviews with the Russian filmmaker who directed Andrei Roublev , Solaris , and The Mirror From the Back Cover A collection of interviews with the Russian filmmaker who directed Andrei Roublev , Solaris , and The Mirror About the Author John Gianvito is assistant professor of visual and media arts at Emerson College as well as a filmmaker and film critic. His feature films include The Flower of Pain , Address Unknown , and The Mad Songs of Fernanda Hussein . In 2001 Gianvito was made a Chevalier in the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Ministry of Culture. Read more
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The Poisoner: The Life and Crimes of Victorian England's Most Notorious Doctor
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Review "Sprightly look at the parochial mid-19th-century England that produced an infamous serial poisoner." — Kirkus Reviews " The Poisoner is meticulously researched, cleverly written, and, even better, a wonderfully entertaining read." —Judith Flanders, author of The Invention of Murder: How Victorians Revelled in Death and Detection and Created Modern Crime “A remarkable achievement . . . Vivid, eloquent, and vital.” — Observer “I could not wait for this book to come out, and it doesn’t disappoint.” — The Times “An essential read.” — Guardian "A fascinating retelling. Stephen Bates returns to a crime that shocked the VIctorian nation and created the blackest of myths." —Peter Moore, author of Damn His Blood "One of the most insightful accounts of murder I have ever read." —Rupert Matthews, author of Jack the Ripper's Streets of Terror About the Author Stephen Bates is a journalist who has written for the BBC, Daily Telegraph, and Daily Mail for the last twenty years, the Guardian. He lives in Kent, England.
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1468309110
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Hot Glue Hacks and Crafts: 50 Fun and Creative Decor, Fashion, Gift and Holiday Projects to Make with Your Glue Gun
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About the Author Angie Holden was drawn to crafting with a hot glue gun from the start. She is the creative mind behind the popular craft blog "The Country Chic Cottage" (www.thecountrychiccottage.net) as well as a busy wife and mom of three. Angie blogs daily about creative crafts of all types and has worked with some of the top brands in the industry. When her glue gun is not plugged in, you might find her on the sidelines of a football game or relaxing on their farm in rural Tennessee. Carolina Moore is never found far from her glue gun. As a quick crafts guru and author of 30 Minute Crafts (www.30MinuteCrafts.com) she spends her days creating original craft projects to share with her readers as well as working with some of the most popular craft brands in the industry. When she’s not wielding her glue gun, you’ll find her playing board games with her two young boys or teaching art in their classes. Carolina lives in San Diego, CA.
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1612438334
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Hungry Spirits
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From Booklist This enjoyable series deserves to be much better known. It takes place in Pasadena in the early 1920s. WWI has had an immense impact on the Gumm-Majesty family. Billy Majesty returned from the war with wounds related to being both shot and exposed to mustard gas. As a result, he cannot walk or work and has become addicted to morphine. Daisy, his wife, supports the family working as a spiritualist. Billy doesn’t approve, but Daisy and the Gumm family are much more pragmatic. In this adventure, Daisy is asked to teach a cooking class for disadvantaged immigrant ladies at the Salvation Army. That sounds innocent enough, but Daisy can’t cook. She manages to stay one step ahead of the class, but she lands right in the middle of an anarchist plot, forcing her to turn sleuth and, along the way, confront her prejudices against Germans, whom she blames for her husband’s disability. Daisy’s upbeat attitude in the face of serious problems gives her great appeal, as does Duncan’s grasp of the period. Recommend Daisy to fans of Jacqueline Winspear’s Maisie Dobbs. --Judy Coon
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Terrible Power of a Minor Guilt: Literary Essays
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From Library Journal Yehoshua, one of Israel's major novelists (Five Seasons; Mr. Mani), believes that the moral component of literature demands more attention in the current literary climate. Yehoshua writes that in this time of cultural relativism, literature has the power to show moral development and character change. This leads to the growth of the reader's self-knowledge, which Yehoshua maintains is sometimes available only through literary art. The complex social situations of marriage and guilt are discussed by using the works of Euripedes, Joseph Brenner ("The Way Out," "Nerves"), Fyodor Dostoevsky ("The Eternal Husband"), William Faulkner, and Shmuel Yosef Agnon ("In the Prime of Life"). Other artists discussed are the authors of the Old Testament (Adam and Eve), Albert Camus, and Raymond Carver. Murder, the absurd, and unconscious desire are other moral questions he raises. Yehoshua's close reading and moral commitment makes this an invaluable work. Recommended for literature collections.DGene Shaw NYPL, New York Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. Book Description Celebrated novelist A B, Yehoshua discusses nine literary works—from the early classics, stories from Hebrew literature, and world literature—to show how the "moral issue" renders new readings and understandings of the texts, About the Author Abraham B. Yehoshua is Israel's greatest living writer. His literary achievements have long been recognized throughout the world, and he has been awarded literary prizes in both Israel and the United States. He is the author of several novels and collections of short stories, including The Continuing Silence of a Poet: Collected Stories, also published by Syracuse University Press. Read more
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0815606567
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Family Circle Quick and Easy Recipes: More Than 300 Tasty, Easy-to-Make Recipes Plus 75 Photos
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From the Inside Flap Each month, millions of readers turn to Family Circle for recipes they can count on to fetch rave reviews at the dinner table. Since Busy Woman Cooks is one of the magazines most popular features, Family Circle s editors have now created an indispensable cookbook with a wide range of dishes to make in a hurryall in an engaging, clever format. At a glance, readers of Family Circle Quick & Easy Recipes can use icons to choose the right recipe for any given night; the seven choices range from Five Ingredients or Less to One Pot, Quick Cook, and even No Cook. The flavors in each selection are just as fresh as the books concept. While it offers a hearty helping of old-time favorites, flavorful international choices are included, too, with great ideas for every course: Sesame Shrimp Salad, Chicken Enchiladas, Pork Marsala, Ratatouille and Polenta, and dozens of innovative pasta dishes can all be on the table in a jiffy. Even dessert is a snap, with quick-and-easy techniques for unheard-of weeknight treats such as Chocolate Mocha Cake and Key Lime Pie. Nutrition information is included with every recipe as well.Designed for hectic nights when both the kids and the stove need attention at the same time, this is the ultimate rescue manual for tasty, tried-and-true meals the whole family will love.
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0767906055
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The Princess and the Dragon
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About the Author Mary Settle lives with her husband and three daughters. She has been blessed to be born with Cerebral Palsy and she works to break stereotypes by educating people about the world of disability, both through her writings and her life. Despite doctors' predictions that she would be unable to think, dream or feel, she has graduated high school, attended college while volunteering at a daycare. She enjoys knitting, bowling, swimming, and taking care of her children.
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1087862671
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Batman Eternal Vol. 2 (The New 52)
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Review Praise for Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's BATMAN:"This is a book you need to read. Whether you're a fan of comics or not."--HUFFINGTON POST"One of the best Batman runs in the history of the character."--IGN"A+. The hero's got personality (and is unafraid to release a quip as sharp as a Batarang), a horde of supervillains, gumption to spare and a whole host of high-tech gadgetry to suitably impress longtime fans and those new to the Dark Knight."--USA TODAY About the Author Scott Snyder is the bestselling and award-winning writer of BATMAN, BATMAN: ETERNAL, SUPERMAN UNCHAINED, AMERICAN VAMPIRE and SWAMP THING as well as the short story collection Voodoo Heart. He teaches writing at Sarah Lawrence College, NYU and Columbia University. He lives on Long Island with his wife, Jeanie, and his sons Jack and Emmett. He is a dedicated and un-ironic fan of Elvis Presley.
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1401252311
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Memorias de un francotirador en Stalingrado (Spanish Edition)
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Book Description "Como francotirador, he matado a más de unos pocos nazis. Tengo pasión por observar el comportamiento del enemigo: ves a un oficial nazi salir de un búnker, comportándose como un personaje poderoso, ordenando a sus soldados en todas direcciones, con ademán de autoridad. No tiene la más mínima idea de que sólo le quedan unos segundos de vida." About the Author Vasili Záitsev (1915-1991) fue cazador en los Urales antes de enrolarse como voluntario en el ejército ruso en 1937. Su maestría como francotirador llegó a ser legendaria y sus servicios en el ejército fueron recompensados con varias medallas, incluida la codiciada Estrella de Oro de Héroe de la Unión Soviética.
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Cooking for Blokes
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Review designed to help the uninitiated male of the species weave his way through the culinary minefield of the kitchen― HOMES AND IDEAS If you're the kind of guy who doesn't know his sauce from his saute then this is the book for you― BIRMINGHAM POST A dream come true for those who find the prospect of conjuring up anything more complicated than chips rather daunting― PETERSFIELD HERALD About the Author Duncan Anderson is a neurologist at the Hammersmith Hospital as well as a freelance writer. Marian is an artist and designer.
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0751515639
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My girl Johnny: Through The Eyes Of A Hairdresser (My Girl Johnny Through the eyes of the hairdresser)
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About the Author Sparkle grew up as the only girl in a house full of four brothers, She spent countless hours in self entertainment. So she specialize in a good make believe tale. She is also a experience stylist of twenty years. And a mother and a wife. Over the years she has ran in to many type of people. From what we would categorize some as crazy to normal, maybe even strange and just plain lost. Over her twenty years she has heard it all. All her life she was told she can tell a good story, so she has taken sometime out of her busy life, to invented a world full of relatable characters. These people will keep you filled with some laughter and a little drama. In Sparkle life these stories will be what they call a little shoptalk, from some of her real life experiences. Sparkle found out that she enjoys writing as a good form of entertainment...
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Duveen Brothers and the Market for Decorative Arts, 1880-1940
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Review "This well-priced, handsomely presented and extensively documented monograph provides a timely and valuable addition to the literature on Duveen Brothers, their strategies and their market"—Diana J. Kostyrko, The Burlington Magazine "A Cautionary Tale of the World’s Superrich Blowing Millions on Art"—James Tarmy, Bloomberg "Vignon’s is a scholarly book to be sure, but it offers so much fascinating original source material and insight into the family’s business practices"—Wendy Moonan, Introspective Magazine "Meet the Scheming Guardians of Taste for America's Nouveau Riche 100 years ago"—William Newton, The Federalist About the Author Charlotte Vignon is curator of Decorative Arts at The Frick Collection, as well as a Visiting Associate Professor at the Bard Graduate Center, New York. Vignon has organized a number of exhibitions at the Frick, including Pierre Gouthière: Virtuoso Gilder at the French Court (2016) which she co-authored. In 2018 she was awarded the Medal of Chevalier of The Order of Arts and Letters.
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The Viral Epiphany
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About the Author Richard McSheehy graduated from Holy Cross in 1969 and became a Peace Corps volunteer teacher in Malaysia. Following his Peace Corps service he worked as a physicist for MIT for many years. As part of his work he lived for eleven years at Kwajalein, Marshall Islands and fourteen years on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. He has also lived in Ireland, where he wrote The Viral Epiphany. He now lives in North Carolina where he is working on the next book in this series. --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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Spider-Man Visionaries - Roger Stern, Vol. 1
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Review "Just to illustrate the point, the only other person with a Spider-Man Visionaries TPB is Todd McFarlane .... Roger Stern got the essence of Spider-Man so well. [Stern's Peter Parker] was perpetually down on his luck, overly optimistic and idealistic, and funny. Very funny." -- comicscube.com
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0785127100
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The Hard Way
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About the Author Rashawnda Ungerer is the author of the thriller, The Hard Way. She is the only daughter of an ex-soldier and the wife of a former U.S. Marine Corp reservist. Although she has spent the last thirteen years predominantly as a stay-at-home-mom, she has occasionally taken the opportunity to surround herself with men and women in uniform and highly respected veterans by working in temporary positions, such as a teller at the Pentagon and most recently with a Virginia-based government contractor in support of the United States Treasury Department. She currently resides just outside of Washington, D.C. with her husband, three children and their very protective boxer, the aptly named Havoc.
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Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits: Innovative Flavor Combinations, Plus Homemade Versions of Kahlúa, Cointreau, and Other Popular Liqueurs
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Review “Pour a man a liqueur and he’ll drink for a day. Teach him to make his own and he’ll live on DIY limoncello all year.” "Truly, there’s something here for every possible boozy situation." From the Back Cover As simple as... Alcohol + Flavorings + Sweetener Liqueurs put the orange zing in your margarita and the coffee jolt in your mudslide. If your cocktail is fruity, nutty, flowery, or creamy; if it tastes of coffee or caramel, chances are there's a liqueur involved. Liqueurs are delicious to sip straight up, fun to give as gifts, and easy to make with 159 creative flavors, including clone versions of many of your favorite commercial brands. You'll also find recipes for unsweetened infused spirits and a selection of 80 creative cocktails. About the Author Andrew Schloss is a well-known teacher, food writer, and food product developer. Schloss has authored many cookbooks and countless food articles. His first book, Fifty Ways to Cook Most Everything , was a Book-of-the-Month-Club Main Selection. The Science of Good Food (co-authored with David Joachim) won an IACP Cookbook Award, and their book Mastering the Grill was a New York Times best-seller. Schloss is also the author of Homemade Soda. He is a past president of the International Association of Culinary Professionals and lives outside Philadelphia with his wife, Karen, and their incredibly well-fed dog. Read more
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Eagle Named Freedom LP, An: My True Story of a Remarkable Friendship
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From the Back Cover From the moment Jeff Guidry saw the baby eagle with broken wings, his life was changed. For weeks he and the staff at Sarvey Wildlife Care Center tended to the grievously injured bird. Miraculously, she recovered. And after Jeff was diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2000, Freedom returned his gift. While undergoing chemotherapy, the time Jeff spent with Freedom soothed his spirit and gave him the strength to fight. When he learned he was cancer free, he shared his news on a walk with Freedom. Somehow this special bird seemed to understand the significance of the day; for the first time, she wrapped both her wings around Jeff in an avian hug. In March 2008, Jeff shared his extraordinary experience in an email to a friend that would unexpectedly circle the globe and inspire countless fans. In An Eagle Named Freedom , Jeff tells the full story of his bond with Freedom and introduces the other wildlife and volunteers who have been saved by Sarvey. A tender tale of hope, love, trust, and life, this true story is an affirmation of the spiritual connection that humans and animals share. About the Author Jeff Guidry is a rock and rhythm-and-blues guitarist who has played with such artists as Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys and guitarist Roy Buchanan. He spends his spare time volunteering for the Sarvey Wildlife Care Center in Washington State. He lives in Monroe, Washington.
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Letters to the Church: Study Guide
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About the Author Francis Chan has been a pastor for over thirty years. He is a New York Times –bestselling author of several books, including Crazy Love , Letters to the Church , and Until Unity . He and his wife, Lisa, have been married nearly thirty years and coauthored You and Me Forever . Currently, Francis and his family split their time between ministry and church planting in Northern California and Asia.
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083077582X
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A Field Guide to Monsters: Googly-Eyed Wart Floppers, Shadow-Casters, Toe-Eaters, and Other Creatures
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About the Author Author Johan Olander is a firm believer in monsters and aliens and will trust any report of sightings until proven false. When not out chasing aliens, Johan also works as a freelance writer and illustrator. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife and daughter.
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0761457283
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Divisions A Novel of a Forgotten War
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About the Author Larry Krantz is an award-winning journalist and media relations professional. He lives with his wife and daughter near Tyler, Texas. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
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Focused on Murder: A Spirit Lake Mystery (Spirit Lake Mysteries)
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About the Author Linda Townsdin worked for years in communications for nonprofit and corporate organizations, most recently as writer/editor for a national criminal justice consortium. Townsdin's work included editorial and marketing assistance in projects involving cybercrime, tribal justice and other public safety issues. Her short fiction has been published in several anthologies, including the 2013 Capitol Crimes Anthology. She lives in California with her husband, and wouldn't trade her childhood in Northern Minnesota for anything. http://lindatownsdin.com/
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The Origins of Reasonable Doubt: Theological Roots of the Criminal Trial (Yale Law Library Series in Legal History and Reference)
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About the Author James Q. Whitman is Ford Foundation Professor of Comparative and Foreign Law, Yale University, and author of the award-winning book Harsh Justice . He lives in New York City, NY.
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0300219903
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Loose-leaf Version for What is Life? A Guide to Biology
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About the Author Jay Phelan teaches biology at UCLA, where he has taught introductory biology in large lectures for majors and nonmajors for twelve years. He received his PhD in evolutionary biology from Harvard in 1995, and his master s and bachelor s degrees from Yale and UCLA. His primary area of research is evolutionary genetics, and his original research has been published in Evolution, Experimental Gerontology, and the Journal of Integrative and Comparative Biology, among others. His research has been featured on Nightline, CNN, the BBC, and NPR; in "Science Times" and "Elle"; and in more than a hundred newspapers. He is the recipient of more than a dozen teaching awards. With Terry Burnham, Jay is the coauthor of the international best-seller "Mean Genes: From Sex to Money to Food Taming Our Primal Instincts." Written for the general reader, Mean Genes explains in simple terms how knowledge of the genetic basis of human nature can empower individuals to lead more satisfying lives. Writing for a nonscientific audience has honed Phelan s writing style to one that is casual and inviting to students but also scientifically precise."
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Jessie's Mountain (Maggie Valley Novels)
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Review A fitting end to the trilogy, Madden has created a heartwarming family story bursting with love and mountain music. -- Kirkus Reviews About the Author Kerry Madden has written plays, journalism ( Los Angeles Times, Salon, Five Points: A Journal of Literature and Art, and Sierra Club Magazine ), and six books including Offsides, a New York Library Pick for 1997, and Writing Smarts , a guide to creative writing published by American Girl. In 2005 she turned her hand to children’s literature with Gentle's Holler , the first installment in what became the award-winning Maggie Valley Trilogy, Viking Children's Books. It earned starred reviews in both Kirkus and Publisher’s Weekly, was named a “Pick” by both the New York and the Chicago Public Libraries, and was the featured children’s book of North Carolina at the National Book Festival. The next book in the trilogy, Louisiana’s Song (2007) was equally well received, being named a Bank Street College Book of the Year and a finalist for several other awards. The third installment, Jessie’s Mountain , was published in 2008 to strong reviews. Most recently Madden published UpClose Harper Lee as part of Viking's UpClose Series and received a starred Kirkus for this biography. She has taught at the University of Tennessee, Ningbo University in China, UCLA, and elsewhere, and has visited schools across the country as a guest author. She has just accepted a new job at the University of Alabama in Birmingham as a professor of Creative Writing beginning the fall of 2009.
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0670061549
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Simple Shapes Stunning Quilts: 100 designs to sew for patchwork perfection
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About the Author Internationally recognized, Stuart Hillard has built a fantastic reputation as one of the UK’s leading quilt designers, teachers and home décor experts with over twenty five years experience and more than 100 published patterns to his name. Stuart is a monthly columnist with Sew magazine and British Patchwork and Quilting among others. Known as the maverick star of the first series of BBC2’s The Great British Sewing Bee , alongside Tilly Walnes and Lauren Guthrie, his approach is fun, fresh, inclusive and achievable. He also makes often television appearances, including being a guest judge on Channel 4’s primetime Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas , and a regular presenter on craft television in the UK and USA. He has represented global companies including Accuquilt, Bernina, HandiQuilter and Gütermann at trade and consumer craft shows globally.
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Scariest Stories Ever Told
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About the Author Roberta Simpson Brown Bio: Known as the "Queen of Cold Blooded Tales," Roberta has told her stories from coast to coast, including performances on National Public Radio, Voice of America and TV's Lifetimes Beyond Chance. Brown is the author of 10 books, and this is her fourth scary story collection from August House. Her chilling stories are set in familiar, contemporary settings like: schools, family rooms, farms, and even campgrounds that create an undercurrent of something very, very scary pulling the reader into the undertow of terror. Roberta grew up on a farm near Russell Springs, Kentucky, at the edge of Appalachia and she graduated from Berea College before pursuing a career in education and becoming a writer. She is married to Lonnie E. Brown, who has co-authored 4 books with her. The two of them currently live in Middletown, Kentucky and enjoy ghost hunting with their friends. In their spare time, Roberta and Lonnie also perform ghost stories at schools and libraries and conduct paranormal investigations with the Louisville Ghost Hunters and The American Ghost Society.
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The Endless Summer (Danish Women Writers Series)
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Review " The Endless Summer by Madame Nielsen is my literary discovery of the year." ―Sjón "Once in a while, after you've finished a book and put it down, you wish that the author was a good friend and you could call her whenever you felt sad. It's not something that happens often. But it does when you read Karen Blixen and Marguerite Duras and Virginia Woolf. And Madame Nielsen."―Christian Kracht About the Author Madame Nielsen is novelist, artist, performer, stage director and world history enactor, composer, chanteuse, and multi-gendered. Madame Nielsen is the author of numerous literary works, including a trilogy― The Suicide Mission , The Sovereign , and Fall of the Great Satan ―and most recently, The Endless Summer , the "Bildungsroman" The Invasion , and The Supreme Being. Madame Nielsen is translated into nine languages and has received several literary prizes. The autobiographical novel My Encounters with The Great Authors of our Nation was published in 2013 under her boy's-name, Claus Beck-Nielsen, and was nominated for the Nordic Council Literature Prize in 2014. Gaye Kynoch is a freelance translator of Danish into English, specializing in books and essays on various aspects of the arts, together with plays and works of fiction.
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Peter: A Boy in Berlin
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About the Author Dr. Reimann came to this country in 1961 upon invitation by the United States Government to be a scientist in the bio-medical field where he experimented with the electron microscope. He has written some fifty publications regarding his research before retiring to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southeastern New Mexico. He has written a second novel, Hans, that will be published in late 2011. He remembers with vivid detail the circumstances of his youth that are mirrored in his stories. Fact and fiction are interwoven to weave remarkable tales from an unusual perspective. He is currently writing several short stories that reflect his years as a pilot, doctor, scientist, naturalist, and now enthusiast of all that exists in this amazing world of the 21st Century.
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Bringing Out the Best in Your Child: 80 Ways to Focus on Every Kid's Strengths
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About the Author Cynthia Ulrich Tobias is founder, manager, and CEO of Apple St. (Applied Learning Styles). She is the best selling author or eight books, including I Hate School . A popular presenter at workshops, classes and seminars, Cynthia is known throughout the United States and internationally for her entertaining, practical and life-changing presentations. She lives in Washington State with her husband and twin sons.
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Down The Beaten Path
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About the Author Chad A. Clark is an author of dark fictional explorations. He has published several books, collections and short stories. His passion for horror and science fiction continues to inform his narrative sensabilities to this day. For more info on him and his books, head over to his official website, cclarkfiction.net. There, you can sign up for his mailing list and get a free eBook in the process. You can also follow Chad A. Clark on Faceboook.
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The Birthday Train: Book 1
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About the Author The Birthday Train was originally created as handpainted personalized tablecloths for my children, family and friends in 1982. The current cast of characters was completed in 2013. Donna Rosciti lives on a small horse farm in Rhode Island, where she also raises corgis and writes. The_Birthday_Train.com
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The REALLY Big Treehouse Boxed Set: (The 13-Story Treehouse; The 26-Story Treehouse; The 39-Story Treehouse) (The Treehouse Books)
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Review The 13-Story Treehouse "Anarchic absurdity at its best." ― Publishers Weekly , starred review "Will appeal to fans of Jeff Kinney and Dav Pilkey. . . . The wonderfully random slapstick humor is tailor-made for reluctant readers... A treat for all." ― Booklist The 26-Story Treehouse "Twice the treehouse, twice the fun? You bet . . . Kids should be flipping pages faster than a pair of inflatable underpants can skyrocket the young heroes to safety." ― Publishers Weekly, starred review About the Author New York Times –bestselling author Andy Griffiths, who wrote the Treehouse series, Killer Koalas From Outer Space, The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow , The Cat on the Mat Is Flat, and The Day My Butt Went Psycho! is at his best in these wild storytelling adventures, perfect for readers of all ages. Terry Denton has worked with Andy on many books, including the Treehouse series and Killer Koalas From Outer Space . He lives in Australia with his wife and three kids.
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501 Arabic Verbs (501 Verb Series)
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About the Author Raymond P. Scheindlin earned a M.H.L. in Hebrew Literature at the Jewish Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Arabic Literature at Columbia University. Dr. Scheindlin served on the faculties of McGill University and Cornell University, and was a professor of medieval Hebrew literature at The Jewish Theological Seminary of America in New York. He has been a visiting professor at the Hochschule für jüdische Studien in Heidelberg, Germny and at Harvard University. He specializes in medieval Hebrew poetry, with a special interest in Spain and other regions of Arabic culture. He is also active as a literary translator of medieval and other Hebrew texts. Dr. Scheindlin is a former Guggenheim and Cullman Fellow, as well as a recipient of the Cultural Achievement Award of the National Foundation for Jewish Culture. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Jewish Research and is on the editorial boards of several academic journals.
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The Parachute Manual: A Technical Treatise on Aerodynamic Decelerators, Volume One
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Review "The Parachute Manual has already established itself as the ultimate authority on parachute equipment. It is certainly the rigger's Bible. I make no apology for repeating that I believe every club ought to have a copy and that all club members be encouraged to devour its contents." -- British Sport Parachutist magazine From the Author Dan Poynter, [email protected] My friends in the parachute industry make the history; I just write it down. Here is everything you could know about the parachute. About the Author Dan Poynter is past president of the Parachute Industry Association, past Chairman of the Board of the U.S. Parachute Association, an expert parachutist with all the highest licenses and ratings, pilot and a master parachute rigger who has written more books on parachutes and skydiving than any other author. He has made more than 1,200 jumps since 1962. Dan made the North Pole jump in 1994 and directed the International Parachute Symposium in 1997 and 1999. Dan is one of sport parachuting's most energetic, experienced and respected leaders. Read more
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Attack of the Vyperians
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About the Author Tim Savage has been, among other things, a radio personality, a comedian, a performance artist, and a stolen computer chip salesman in Compton. From photos to essays to videos, his creative work has been enjoyed by millions of people worldwide and includes the popular character "Skweezy," the hopeless yet lovable anti-hero. Tim currently lives in Portland.
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That Curly-Haired Girl
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About the Author Elise Feltrin lives in the town of Thornbury on Georgian Bay where she is friends with the butcher, married to the baker, and bought a store from the candlestick maker. Small town life serves as inspiration for her writing, especially as seen through the eyes of her two young daughters. "That Curly-Haired Girl" is her first children's book.
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The Rising Sign: Your Astrological Mask
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From the Publisher By a well-known psychic and astrologer, a revealing psychological/astrological exploration of the masks we wear and the many ways our rising signs affect our personalities. From the Inside Flap By a well-known psychic and astrologer, a revealing psychological/astrological exploration of the masks we wear and the many ways our rising signs affect our personalities. From the Back Cover own psychic and astrologer, a revealing psychological/astrological exploration of the masks we wear and the many ways our rising signs affect our personalities. About the Author Jeanne Avery is a well-respected regression therapist who has appeared on Oprah , Maury Povich , and countless other radio and television shows. Her books have been translated the world over. She lives in Salt Point, New York. Read more
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Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: Birds, Exotic Pets and Wildlife
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Review Help diagnose and manage medical and surgical problems of birds, mammals, and reptiles with the latest information on veterinary diagnostic imaging technology
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0323025277
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BOOK ALONE: ECONOMICS OF HEALTH & MEDICAL CARE 6E: ECONOMICS OF HEALTH & MEDICAL CARE 6E
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About the Author Lanis L. Hicks, PhD,Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Health Management and Informatics, University of Missouri, School of Medicine, is a health economist. Her research interests are rural health, workforce requirements, and economic evaluations. She has focused on evaluating the cost-effectiveness of technologies in the delivery of health care, evaluating the economic impact of health care policies, and been involved with a multi-disciplinary team identifying and evaluating measures of quality in nursing homes and the relationship between cost and quality. Currently, she is Principle Investigator and Director of the Missouri Health Information Technology Assistance Center, which provides assistance to health care professionals and hospitals to enable them to adopt, implement, and achieve meaningful use of electronic health records. She has been on faculty at the University of Missouri since 1978. In recognition of her contributions, Dr. Hicks was the recipient of the 1999 National Rural Health Association's Distinguished Researcher award.
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Your Mouth Drives Me Crazy
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About the Author HelenKay Dimon balances her day job as a divorce lawyer with her love of reading and writing romance. She was a two-time finalist in Lori Foster's online Brava Novella Contest and hasn't stopped writing since. HelenKay and her husband, James, live in Maryland.
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Sailboats! Different Parts of Boats: From Bow to Stern (Boats for Kids) - Children's Boats & Ships Books
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About the Author Left Brain Kids comprise of a vast number of topics from different subjects that will not only educate your kids but entertain them. These books provide knowledge using short yet concise texts and very colorful images that makes it easy for kids to remember. Your child will not get bored browsing through the pages as they learn a new topic each day. Encourange your kids to read and learn with Left Brain Kids Books.
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My Dog Bites the English Teacher: Practical Grammar Made Quick and Easy
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Review I've always been a good writer, but I make some mistakes with punctuation. This book showed me how to fix them. --Zach Quirk, CaliforniaI really loved the book because it helped me with some things I didn't quite get in high school. Now I'm getting A's on my college papers. --Shenelle Moolenaar, US Virgin IslandsMy students finally understand grammar and punctuation, and now these lessons are so much easier for them and for me. --Darrell Powell, Washington About the Author Marian Anders has taught English literature, grammar, and composition to college students for the past twenty years. She developed her practical grammar teaching method to make English easier and less miserable for her students. She served as English department chair at Pierce College in Puyallup, Washington, and currently teaches at St. Augustine s College in Raleigh, NC.
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Handsome Women
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From Publishers Weekly Women absorbed in the armed forces, in this case two sisters whose lives are shaped by the evolving careers of their husbands, provide the subject of this uneven novel. Born into a military family, Louise and Marynell dream of West Point weddings. Louise, serious and naive, lands the best catch at the Point, marries early and spends years in wifely devotion and sexual subjugation to her rising-star husband, who eventually becomes a general and superintendent of the Point. For the beautiful Marynell, the dream of a crossed-sabres wedding does not materialize. Although she marries an officer, he is a widower whose ambitions, she is disconcerted to discover, lie outside the military. Wall ( Love and Duty ) follows the sisters through the dislocations of military postings, wartime separations that force them into constrained existences, to their children and their friends, many of whom are involved in anti-Vietnam causes. Although soapy at times, at its best this bulky novel possesses an entertaining immediacy. Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Library Journal Vivacious Marynell Rodgers cannot comprehend how her shy, younger sister Louise has managed to attract and marry Franklin Cravens--West Point's top graduate of the Class of 1938. Daughters of an Army medical doctor, Louise and Marynell have grown up on Army bases and never entertained the thought of any other kind of life. After being badly hurt by a man, Marynell eventually marries a gentle, widowed Army captain, and the two sisters settle down to raise their respective families. Through the turmoil of three wars the bonds between the women strengthen, although there are moments of anger, jealousy, and misunderstanding. This is a well-told tale of an extended military family, with finely drawn characters and plausible situations. Recommended as diverting reading. - Maria A. Perez-Stable, Western Michigan Univ. Libs., Kalamazoo Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Doublethink: A Feminist Challenge to Transgenderism
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Review Praise for her book, The Transsexual Empire : "Ostensibly, the ‘transsexers’ are curing a disease; actually they engage in the religious and political shaping and controling of ‘masculine’ and ‘feminine’ behavior…Raymond’s development and documentation of this thesis is flawless. Her book is an important achievement." —Thomas Szasz, New York Times About the Author Janice G. Raymond is a longtime feminist activist who works to end violence against women and sexual exploitation, as well as the medical abuse of women. She is the author of five books, one edited volume, and multiple articles translated into several languages on issues ranging from violence against women, women’s health, feminist theory, lesbian feminism, and bio-medicine. She has published numerous articles on prostitution and sex trafficking and lectures internationally on these topics. Janice Raymond is Professor Emerita of Women’s Studies and Medical Ethics at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. She was a faculty member at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst from 1978 on.
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Lords of Creation: The Origins of Sacred Maya Kingship
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About the Author Dorie Reents-Budet is research associate at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.
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On Ellison's The Invisible Man (Cliffs Notes)
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From the Back Cover More New and Revised Titles. The Best Just Got Better! Plus Glossary from Webster's New World ? Dictionary Anthem Atlas Shrugged Beowulf Brave New World The Canterbury Tales The Catcher in the Rye The Contender The Crucible The Fountainhead Frankenstein The Grapes of Wrath Great Expectations The Great Gatsby Hamlet Heart of Darkness & The Secret Sharer Huckleberry Finn The Iliad Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl Inherit the Wind Jane Eyre Julius Caesar The Killer Angels King Lear The Lord of the Flies Macbeth 1984 The Odyssey Oedipus Trilogy The Once and Future King Othello The Outsiders Pride and Prejudice The Red Badge of Courage Romeo and Juliet The Scarlet Letter A Separate Peace A Tale of Two Cities To Kill a Mockingbird Wuthering Heights See inside for the complete line-up of available CliffsNotes! Check Out the All-New CliffsNotes Guides To AOL ® , iMac ? , eBay ? , Windows ® 98, Investing, Creating Web Pages, and more! More Than Notes! CliffsComplete ? CliffsTestPrep ? CliffsQuickReview ? CliffsAP ? Over 300 CliffsNotes Available @ cliffsnotes.com Downloadable 24 hours a day Free daily e-mail newsletters Free tips, tricks, and trivia Free online CliffsNotes catalog Free self-assessment tools Freeware and shareware downloads About the Author DURTHY A. WASHINGTON has published numerous articles, essays, and book reviews. She lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she serves as English Instructor and Writing Center Director at the U.S. Air Force Academy.
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Letters from Mississippi: Reports from Civil Rights Volunteers and Freedom School Poetry of the 1964 Freedom Summer
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About the Author She has published six books and numerous articles on popular struggles in the Americas including De Colores Means All of Us: Latina Views for a Multi-Colored Century. Bond has served four terms on the NAACP National Board and since l998 has been Board Chairman. He was President of the Atlanta NAACP from 1978 until 1989. He is President Emeritus of the Southern Poverty Law Center and currently serves on its Board.
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The Burglar Who Thought He Was Bogart (Bernie Rhodenbarr)
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Review “Makes one want to rush to the bookstoer to get Block’s previous book, The Burglar Who Traded Ted Williams.” — San Francisco Examiner About the Author Lawrence Block is one of the most widely recognized names in the mystery genre. He has been named a Grand Master of the Mystery Writers of America and is a four-time winner of the prestigious Edgar and Shamus Awards, as well as a recipient of prizes in France, Germany, and Japan. He received the Diamond Dagger from the British Crime Writers' Association—only the third American to be given this award. He is a prolific author, having written more than fifty books and numerous short stories, and is a devoted New Yorker and an enthusiastic global traveler.
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0060872799
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Hit List: An In-Depth Investigation into the Mysterious Deaths of Witnesses to the JFK Assassination
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About the Author Richard Belzer is a stand-up comedian, actor, and author (with David Wayne) of the New York Times bestsellers Hit List and Dead Wrong . He splits his time between France and New York City. David Wayne is the author of five bestselling books, including Dead Wrong: Straight Facts on the Country's Most Controversial Cover-ups and Hit List: An In-Depth Investigation into the Mysterious Deaths of Witnesses to the JFK Assassination (both written with Richard Belzer). He lives in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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The Other Side of Silence, The Far Side of Time: The Sculpture of Hib Sabin
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About the Author Hib Sabin earned an MFA in art history from the University of Pittsburgh and taught at Franklin and Marshall College and Dickinson College. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Sarra Scherb is assistant curator of the Stonington Gallery.
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Never Any End to Paris
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Review "Mr. Vila-Matas shows that the reasons for (and the consequences of) not writing fiction can, in a funny way, be almost as rich and complicated as fiction itself." ― The Economist "Vila-Matas’s touch is light and whimsical, while his allusions encompass a rogue’s gallery of world literature." ― Time Out New York "I’m reading Vila-Matas’s book like a novel, a very good novel in which the narrator gives us exhaustive information about the protagonist who happens to be himself. I don’t know him personally, nor am I planning to meet him, I prefer to read him and let his literature pervade me." ― Pedro Almodóvar --This text refers to the paperback edition. About the Author ENRIQUE VILA-MATAS was born in Barcelona. He has received countless prizes and written numerous award-winning novels, including Bartleby & Co. , Montano’s Malady , Never Any End to Paris , and Dublinesque . Anne McLean lives in Toronto and has translated the works of authors including Javier Cercas, Julio Cortázar, and Juan Gabriel Vásquez, and Enrique Vila-Matas. --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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B008DM2LQ8
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Tudor Warships (2): Elizabeth I’s Navy (New Vanguard)
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About the Author Angus Konstam hails from the Orkney Islands and is the author of over 20 books for Osprey. Formerly the Curator of Weapons in the Royal Armouries at the Tower of London, he also served as the Chief Curator of the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in Key West, Florida. His maritime titles for Osprey include Elite 67: Pirates 1660-730, Elite 69: Buccaneers 1620-1700 and Elite 70: Elizabethan Sea Dogs 1560-1605. Angus lives in Edinburgh.
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1846032520
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Hermann Buhl: Climbing Without Compromise
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Review For those with an even greater interest in the sport, check out Messner's biography on the legendary Hermann Buhl. ( Valley Advocate (Easthampton, MA) ) About the Author REINHOLD MESSNER is often called the greatest living mountaineer. He was the first man to summit Everest without supplementary oxygen, the first to solo Everest, and the first to climb all fourteen of the world's 8,000-meter peaks. He is the author of numerous books, including The Crystal Horizon and Antarctica .
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0898866782
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Recurring Lessons of Hold'em Poker
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About the Author Rick Wilcoxon is an amateur poker player, who for the past 35 years has played a ridiculous amount of Hold'em, and certainly at least as much as most professionals. His specialty is Texas Hold'em and in this book he shares many of the "recurring" lessons" he has learned from hundreds of cash games and tournaments; while playing at dozens of casinos throughout the United States, as well as in many thousands of games online. Within these pages, Rick keeps the concepts simple and direct, with specific details on successful ideas you can use each and every time you sit down to play.
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1497372569
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Grave Danger
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About the Author Four-time Golden Heart® finalist Rachel Grant worked for over a decade as a professional archaeologist and mines her experiences for storylines and settings, which are as diverse as excavating a cemetery underneath an historic art museum in San Francisco, survey and excavation of many prehistoric Native American sites in the Pacific Northwest, researching an historic concrete house in Virginia, and mapping a seventeenth century Spanish and Dutch fort on the island of Sint Maarten in the Netherlands Antilles. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and children and can be found on the web at www.Rachel-Grant.net.
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1484965132
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The Tail Of Emily Windsnap (Turtleback Binding Edition)
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About the Author Liz Kessler lives on a canal boat in rural Cheshire, England, and has worked as a teacher, journalist, and editorial consultant. She says she first knew she wanted to become a writer at the age of nine, when she had a poem published in a local newspaper. THE TAIL OF EMILY WINDSNAP, her first children's book, grew out of a poem she wrote about a mermaid. "From the Hardcover edition."
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0606255443
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36 Word Search Puzzles With The American Sign Language Alphabet: Adverbs (Fingeralphabet Cool KIDS)
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Review Praise for the ASL Fingerspelling Word Search Book Series: "I love this book! It's so fun and just the right amount of challenge. It can be used by beginners and fluent speakers. My daughter and I do them together. I love doing the puzzles when I need to keep my mind busy or challenged." - Amazon Reviewer "Had been looking for something that would reinforce parts of speech and give practice with finger-spelling, this is absolutely perfect. Nice font size, very clear representations of finger alphabet." - Amazon Reviewer "It's good practice for my ASL students. It's also an easy bell work to pass out at start of class to keep them busy when I'm taking attendance or after a quiz." - Amazon Reviewer "A fun book for puzzlers and those practicing ASL fingerspelling. The idea of showing the signs from the view of how you would see them is brilliant!" - Amazon Reviewer "Everyone loves to do a search a word puzzle now and then, but how about searching for signs that create them instead of letters? Can't get much cooler than that. Language development comes in many forms and puzzles are a fun and easy way to learn." - Amazon Reviewer "Bought the book for a neat stocking stuffer for my daughter who is slowly trying to learn sign, thought this would be such a fun way. I love the size of the book and print, I may even sneak in and use a puzzle or two." - Amazon Reviewer "If you want a fun way to learn / improve in the ASL alphabet, finger-spelling, recognition of the hand's / finger's position for each letter of the alphabet to spell words, these are fun books to help you do it. And the prices are extremely reasonable on Amazon. We recommend the series." - Amazon Reviewer About the Author Lassal is a contemporary German artist and author of several non-fiction, short fiction, and illustrated books. Her works of non-fiction for the Deaf international communities garnered critical acclaim and a nomination for the German Award for Civic Engagement.
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3864691087
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Antonio Machado: Selected Poems
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Review “Antonio Machado (1875–1939) [is] regarded in Spain as the greatest Spanish poet of the century. Trueblood’s volume…can only serve to win readers for one of the greatest of European poets.” ― The Literary Review “Trueblood’s discriminating anthology, with its very readable and resourceful English renderings facing the Spanish text, and its lightly handled erudition…is the best initiation into the poetic legacy of Machado for the general reader.” ― Times Literary Supplement “Trueblood…makes [the poems] breathe with the same laconic power they have in Spanish. It is no small accomplishment that he has been able to keep his English so wind-swept.” ― New York Times Book Review “A magnificent volume.” ― Modern Language Journal From the Back Cover Antonio Machado is regarded in Spain as the greatest Spanish poet of the century. This volume can only serve to win readers for one of the greatest of Europe's poets. About the Author Alan S. Trueblood was Professor of Hispanic Studies and Comparative Literature at Brown University. Read more
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067404066X
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Shadow (Witches of Coventry House Book 4)
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From the Author For giveaways, new releases, and exclusive content, join my readers' group! Copy and paste this into your browser: christinagarner.com/readersgroup/More books by Christina Garner: Gateway (Gateway Trilogy Book 1) FREE Gateway (Gateway Trilogy Book 1) FREE Chasm (Gateway Trilogy Book 2) Chasm (Gateway Trilogy Book 2) Tether (Gateway Trilogy Book 3) Tether (Gateway Trilogy Book 3) The Gateway Trilogy Complete Series Box Set The Gateway Trilogy Complete Series Box Set Find me on Facebook, Twitter & IG: garnerchristina About the Author Christina Garner began writing stories at the age of six. Her first - about a young girl who busted up a nefarious ring of furniture thieves - was a huge hit with her mother. She is the author of the bestselling Gateway Trilogy as well as her new series, The Witches of Coventry House. Christina lives in Los Angeles and when she's not writing novels spends her time traveling, watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer reruns, and playing with her dog, Griffin.
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B084V9CNQQ
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Laboratory Manual for Physical Geology
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About the Author Charles Jones is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh.Norris Jones is a professor at the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh.
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0073524131
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A Colonial Williamsburg Love Affair: Tales, Takes, and Tips From a Lifetime of Visits
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About the Author Debra Bailey is a freelance writer, nature artist, and science educator whose previous projects range from magazine articles and CliffsNotes, to dictionary and medical editing. In addition, Debra has over thirty years of experience in clinical and research laboratories, pharmaceutical AIDS research, and medical ethics. An unrepentant history geek, her favorite time periods are the American Revolution, World War II, the Middle Ages, and Ancient Greece, and her only regret is not getting to meet Apollo's Oracle at Delphi. She is currently at work on a middle- grade historical-fiction book-The Reluctant Hero-which is set in Williamsburg during the American Revolution. Originally from New England, she lives with her husband and soulmate, Ed, in Durham, NC. They have a son, Matt, whose patience in dealing with the antics of the college students he works with, and the beauty of his photographic creations, never ceases to amaze them.
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0999572202
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Ready, Set, Christmas!
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From the Author Grandma Nona's Bar Cookies2/3 c. butter, room temperature16-oz. pkg. dark brown sugar1 t. vanilla extract3 eggs2-3/4 c. all-purpose flour2-1/2 t. baking powder1/2 t. salt12-oz. pkg. semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chipsOptional: 1 c. chopped nutsIn a large bowl, combine butter and brown sugar until blended. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Add vanilla; mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Add chocolate chips and nuts, if using; mix until well combined. Spread dough in a greased 15"X10" jelly-roll pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool bars in pan on a wire rack; cut into squares. Makes 4 dozen. From the Back Cover Dear Friend,Christmas is coming! Swirling snowflakes have us reaching for our coziest scarves and mittens, thinking about cookie baking and tree trimming. Ready, Set, Christmas! is filled with yummy tried & true recipes shared by home cooks across the country...sure to put you in the spirit in no time at all.So get comfy by a crackling fire, enjoy a steamy cup of tea and get ready to create sweet new memories for Christmases to come!We Wish you a merry Christmas! Jo Ann & Vickie About the Author Gooseberry Patch was founded by Vickie Hutchins and Jo Ann Martin, two moms looking for a way to do what they loved and stay home with kids too. Celebrating 25 years of publishing in 2017, Gooseberry Patch is best known for their collection of family-friendly, community-style cookbooks. Each book is created with today's time-strapped, budget-conscious families in mind and filled with recipes shared by cooks all across the country... with some from friends in Canada and occasionally "across the pond". Along with treasured family recipes, each book includes the stories the go along with these tried & true dishes. Read more
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1620932393
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The Teaching Mission volume 1: A New Foundation of Spirituality for a Quickening Planet
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About the Author Jim Cleveland has written and published 10 books of fiction and new spirituality and recorded and released 11 CDs of spiritual poetry and music. He is retired from a career in public relations, marketing and corporate communications and is chairman of the Teaching Mission Network.
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151953731X
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Super Mom Coupons: Redeem to Make Any Day Mother's Day (9781612434360)
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About the Author Ulysses Press is a book publishing company with offices in Brooklyn, New York, and Berkeley, California.
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1612434363
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The Money We'll Save
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Review “When Pa brings home a young turkey to fatten up for Christmas dinner, chaos follows in Cole's picture book tale about a penny-pinching family squeezed into a 19th century New York City tenement.” ― Sacramento Bee “...all ends well in this humorous, wholesome story about tightened straits, with its not-too-vinegary perspective on how the other half celebrates.” ― NYTimes.com “This could easily be incorporated into a class history lesson or simply enjoyed as a unique and humorous holiday story.” ― BCCB “Nothing is sumptuous for the 19th-century tenement-dwelling family at the heart of Brock Cole's endearing picture book 'The Money We'll Save' (Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 40 pages, $16.99)...With Mr. Cole's watercolor-filled wobbly line drawings, we see the family--and soon their neighbors--struggling to accommodate the growing bird. Not a penny is saved, of course, but in the end the bird offers enrichment of a charmingly different sort.” ― Wall Street Journal “Cole's buoyant watercolors capture the busy chaos and warm homeyness of family life plus turkey in this folksy journey into a different time.” ― Booklist “Cole's blithe illustrations, comfortably crowded with his amusing, expressive characters, set this entertaining holiday story in nineteenth-century New York City.” ― Horn Book Magazine, starred review “…a holiday story as humorous as it is touching.” ― Publishers Weekly “Cole's humorous illustrations bring to life the crowded conditions in a 19th-century New York tenement building; the characters are raggedy and poor, but full of spirit and good will.” ― School Library Journal “When Pa brings home a turkey poult to raise for Christmas dinner, hilarious complications ensue in this heartwarming family story set in 19th-century New York City.” ― Kirkus Reviews, starred review About the Author Brock Cole is the author/illustrator of many picture books and young adult novels. He lives in Buffalo, New York.
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0374350116
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Stories from the Inkslingers
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From the Publisher "A tantalizing collection of multi-genre fiction by talented Delaware authors." "Two stories nominated for the Washington Science Fiction Association¢s Small Press Award." "Title page illustrations."
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0979573807
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My Book About Christmas by ME, Myself: with some help from the Grinch & Dr. Seuss
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About the Author Theodor Seuss Geisel—aka Dr. Seuss —is one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time. From The Cat in the Hat to Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, his iconic characters, stories, and art style have been a lasting influence on generations of children and adults. The books he wrote and illustrated under the name Dr. Seuss (and others that he wrote but did not illustrate, including some under the pseudonyms Theo. LeSieg and Rosetta Stone) have been translated into 45 languages. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. Dr. Seuss’s long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors, the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates. Works based on his original stories have won three Oscars, three Emmys, three Grammys, and a Peabody.
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0553524461
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The Sun Also Rises: The Hemingway Library Edition
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Review "Some of the finest and most restrained writing that this generation has produced." -- New York World "An absorbing, beautifully and tenderly absurd, heart-breaking narrative...It is a truly gripping story, told in lean, hard athletic prose...magnificent." -- The New York Times “An elegy for the loss of innocence, of religion, of our old comforting myths... While every generation has its novel about dissipated young people drinking and drugging, the reason this book has survived is that it is a fundamentally philosophical work.” -- Philipp Meyer, New York Times bestselling author of THE SON"The ideal companion for troubled times: equal parts Continental escape and serious grappling with the question of what it means to be, and feel, lost." --Tara Isabella Burton, The Wall Street Journal About the Author Ernest Hemingway did more to change the style of English prose than any other writer of his time. Publication of The Sun Also Rises and A Farewell to Arms immediately established Hemingway as one of the greatest literary lights of the twentieth century. His classic novel The Old Man and the Sea won the Pulitzer Prize in 1953. Hemingway was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954. His life and accomplishments are explored in-depth in the PBS documentary film from Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, Hemingway . Known for his larger-than-life personality and his passions for bullfighting, fishing, and big-game hunting, he died in Ketchum, Idaho on July 2, 1961.
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1501121960
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Bopper’s Progress
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About the Author Manderino lives in Maine with his wife Marie, where he teaches college writing. He has published three novels, two short story collections and a memoir with Academy Chicago. John has also written plays that have been performed at theatre festivals and other venues. A stage version of his memoir Crying at Movies was produced.
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0995654182
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Miles Off Course (Rowland Sinclair WWII Mysteries, 3)
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Review "Gentill's third reads like a superior Western, alternating high adventure with social and political observations about prewar Australia." ― Kirkus Reviews "Set in Australia in 1933, Gentill's entertaining third mystery featuring portrait artist Rowland Sinclair will appeal to fans of Greenwood's Phryne Fisher ... Gentill matches Greenwood's skill at blending suspense with a light touch." ― Publishers Weekly "Rowland is an especially interesting character: at first he comes off as a bit of a layabout, a guy who feels he's entitled to a cushy life by virtue of his aristocratic roots, but, as the story moves along, we realize he has a strong moral center and a compulsion to finish a job once he's started it. A great addition to a strong series and a fine read-alike for fans of Kerry Greenwood's Phryne Fisher novels." ― Booklist About the Author After setting out to study astrophysics, graduating in law and then abandoning her legal career to write books, SULARI GENTILL now grows French black truffles on her farm in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains of Australia. Gentill’s Rowland Sinclair mysteries have won and/or been shortlisted for the Davitt Award and the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize, and her stand-alone metafiction thriller, After She Wrote Him won the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Novel in 2018. Her tenth Sinclair novel, A Testament of Character, was shortlisted for the Ned Kelly Best Crime Novel in 2021.
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1464206872
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Quicksilver (Baroque Cycle)
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About the Author Neal Stephenson is the author of seven previous novels. He lives in Seattle, Washington.
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1441874984
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