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Treasure Island (Core Classics Ser. #Vol. 3)
For sheer storytelling delight and pure adventure, Treasure Island has never been surpassed. From young Jim Hawkins’s first encounter with the sinister beggar Pew to the climactic battle with the most memorable villain in literature, Long John Silver, this novel has fired readers’ imaginations for g... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2000 -
Trapped In A Video Game: The Invisible Invasion (Trapped in a Video Game #2)
by Dustin Brady • Jesse BradyAfter Full Blast, Jesse Rigsby and his friend Eric has sworn off video games. But when Jesse is offered the chance to save his friend Mark, of course he says, "Yes." Problem is, Jesse is invisible now, sucked into the world of Go Wild—a Pokémon Go–style mobile game. To reach Mark, Jesse's going to h... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2018 -
The Listening Path: The Creative Art of Attention (A 6-Week Artist's Way Program)
A 6-week Artist’s Way Program from legendary author Julia Cameron A Washington Post and Publisher's Weekly Bestseller"Cameron's fans will love this"—Publishers Weekly The newest book from beloved author Julia Cameron, The Listening Path is a transformational journey to deeper, more profound listenin... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
The Watergate Girl: My Fight for Truth and Justice Against a Criminal President
Obstruction of justice, the specter of impeachment, sexism at work, shocking revelations: Jill Wine-Banks takes us inside her trial by fire as a Watergate prosecutor. It was a time, much like today, when Americans feared for the future of their democracy, and women stood up for equal treatment. At t... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
It Rained Warm Bread: Moishe Moskowitz's Story of Hope
A powerful middle grade novel-in-verse about one boy’s experience surviving the Holocaust.Moishe Moskowitz was thirteen when the Nazis invaded Poland and his family learned the language of fear. The wolves loomed at every corner, yet Moishe still held on to the blessings of his mother’s blueberry pi... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2019 -
The New Husband: A Novel
by D. J. PalmerWhat makes Simon Fitch so perfect?-He knows all her favorite foods, music, and movies. -Her son adores him. He was there when she needed him most. -He anticipates her every need. -He would never betray her like her first husband.The perfect husband. He checks all the boxes.The question is, why? Nin... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Axiom's End: A Novel (Noumena #1)
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe alternate history first contact adventure Axiom's End is an extraordinary debut from Hugo finalist and video essayist Lindsay Ellis. Truth is a human right.It’s fall 2007. A well-timed leak has revealed that the US government might have engaged in first conta... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Paris Sketchbook: Jason Brooks
by Jason BrooksParis Sketchbook is a stunning gift book from leading international fashion illustrator Jason Brooks. Although he is best known for his beautiful fashion imagery, which has regularly graced the pages of Vogue and Elle magazines, travel has been a recurrent theme in his work and his adventures contin... More
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Air Structures
Air can be used in a variety of ways to make lightweight, flexible structures. It can be used to make inflatable structures, mobile structures, and temporary buildings, it can also activate movable elements and act as a means of constructing buildings that would be impossible with conventional const... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2015 -
Copywriting, Second edition: Successful Writing For Design, Advertising, And Marketing
by Mark ShawWriting copy is often assumed to be a natural talent. However, there are simple techniques you can employ to craft strong written content with ease. This new, expanded edition teaches the art of writing great copy for digital media, branding, advertising, direct marketing, retailing, catalogues, com... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2009 -
Pattern Cutting
This practical book shows students how to interpret the human form and look at clothing through the eyes of a designer rather than a consumer. As well as explaining the proportions of human anatomy, the book introduces key tools and takes the reader from simple pattern-cutting ideas to more advanced... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2010 -
Troilus And Criseyde
Chaucer's longest complete poem is the supreme evocation of doomed courtly love in medieval English literature. Set during the tenth year of the siege of Troy, the poem relates how Troilus - with the help of Criseyde's wily uncle Pandarus - persuades her to become his lover, only to be betrayed when... More
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Troubled Minds: Mental Illness And The Church's Mission
Mental illness is the sort of thing we don't like to talk about. It doesn't reduce nicely to simple solutions and happy outcomes. So instead, too often we reduce people who are mentally ill to caricatures and ghosts, and simply pretend they don't exist. They do exist, however―statistics suggest that... More
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Weeping Under This Same Moon
by Jana LaizForeWord Magazine’s Book of the Year Gold Medalist and an International Reading Association Notable Book, Weeping Under This Same Moon is based on the true story of two teenage girls from different cultures, whose paths intertwine, dramatically altering the course of their lives. Mei is an artist... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2008 -
When Treatment Fails: How Medicine Cares For Dying Children
Medical care of the terminally ill is one of the most emotionally fraught and controversial issues before the public today. As medicine advances and technologies develop, end-of-life care becomes more individualized and uncertain, guided less by science and more by values and beliefs. The crux of th... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2006 -
Zen Keys: A Guide To Zen Practice
Thich Nhat Hanh brings his warmth and clarity to this unique explication of Zen Buddhism. Beginning with a discussion of daily life in a Zen monastery, Nhat Hanh illustrates the character of Zen as practiced in Vietnam, and gives the reader clear explanations of the central elements of Zen practice ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 1995 -
96 Miles
by J. L. Esplin21 days without power. 2 brothers on a desperate trek. 72 hours before time runs out... <p><p> The Lockwood brothers are supposed to be able to survive anything. Their dad, a hardcore believer in self-reliance, has stockpiled enough food and water at their isolated Nevada home to last for months. ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Stormsong (The Kingston Cycle #2)
by C. Polk“Fantastical, thoughtful, and un-put-downable, I flew through Stormsong and want the third in the series NOW.” —Elizabeth HoytAfter spinning an enthralling world in Witchmark, the winner of the World Fantasy Award for best novel that was praised as a “can't-miss debut” by Booklist, and as “thoroughl... More
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The Idea of You: A Novel
by Robinne Lee"Captures what fame looks like, and how it affects us all...a fun, juicy love story!"--Elizabeth BanksSolène Marchand, the thirty-nine-year-old owner of an art gallery in Los Angeles, is reluctant to take her daughter, Isabelle, to meet her favorite boy band. But since her divorce, she’s more eager ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2017 -
Witchmark (The Kingston Cycle #1)
by C. L. PolkC. L. Polk arrives on the scene with Witchmark, a stunning, addictive fantasy that combines intrigue, magic, betrayal, and romance.One of Publishers Weekly's Most Anticipated Books of Spring 2018!In an original world reminiscent of Edwardian England in the shadow of a World War, cabals of noble fami... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2018 -
A Bad Day for Sunshine: A Novel (Sunshine Vicram Series #1)
New York Times bestselling author Darynda Jones is back with the first novel in the brand-new snarky, sassy, wickedly fun Sunshine Vicram series—A Bad Day for Sunshine!"Laugh-out-loud funny, intensely suspenseful, page-turning fun." - New York Times Bestselling author Allison Brennan"A Bad Day For S... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
#NoFilter: Get Creative With Photography
#NoFilter is an innovative new guide to photography that shows you how to ditch photo filters and discover DIY creative techniques with your camera or smart phone.If you want to inject more excitement into your photography than just applying a filter in an app, this book is for you. It will inspire ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2019 -
Landscape Architecture: An Introduction
Aimed at prospective and new students, this book gives a comprehensive introduction to the nature and practice of landscape architecture, the professional skills required and the latest developments.After discussing the history of the profession, the book explains the design process through principl... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2014 -
Research Methods for Architecture
by Ray LucasWhile fundamentally a design discipline, architectural education requires an element of history and theory, grouped under the term ‘research’. However, many students struggle with this part of their course. This practical handbook provides the necessary grounding in this subject, addressing esse... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2015 -
How to Raise a Plant
by Morgan DoaneAimed at a new generation of indoor gardening enthusiasts, this book is a perfect guide for anyone keen to see their plant offspring thrive. Plants have found popularity in the small home, and are being proclaimed the new stars of Instagram. This attractive little book is ideal for the novice "plant... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2018 -
Artemisia Gentileschi (Lives Of The Artists Ser.)
Artemisia Gentileschi was the greatest female artists of the Baroque age. In Artemisia Gentileschi, critic and historian Jonathan Jones discovers how Artemisia overcame a turbulent past to become one of the foremost painters of her day.As a young woman Artemisia was raped by her tutor, and then had ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Incident Response in the Age of Cloud: Techniques and best practices to effectively respond to cybersecurity incidents
by Erdal OzkayaLearn to identify a security incident and build a series of best practices to stop a cyberattack before it creates serious consequencesKey FeaturesDiscover Incident Response (IR), from its evolution to implementationUnderstand cybersecurity essentials and IR best practices through real-world phishin... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Android Development Projects with Kotlin: A hands-on guide to developing, testing, and publishing your first apps with Android
If you want to build your own Android applications using Kotlin but are unsure of how to begin, then this workshop is for you. A basic understanding of the Kotlin programming language will help you grasp the topics covered in this Android development book quickly.... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
PostgreSQL 13 Cookbook: Over 120 recipes to build high-performance and fault-tolerant PostgreSQL database solutions
Get to grips with building reliable, scalable, and maintainable database solutions for enterprises and production databasesKey FeaturesImplement PostgreSQL 13 features to perform end-to-end modern database managementDesign, manage, and build enterprise database solutions using a unique recipe-based ... More
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Extending and Modifying LAMMPS Writing Your Own Source Code: A pragmatic guide to extending LAMMPS as per custom simulation requirements
Understand the LAMMPS source code and modify it to meet your research needs, and run simulations for bespoke applications involving forces, thermostats, pair potentials and more with easeKey FeaturesUnderstand the structure of the LAMMPS source codeImplement custom features in the LAMMPS source code... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Building Low-Code Applications with Mendix: Discover best practices and expert techniques to simplify enterprise web development
Transform your app ideas into fully functional prototypes with the help of expert tips and best practices from Mendix partnersKey FeaturesMeet the ever-increasing demand for software solution delivery without having to write any codeBuild high-availability, low-cost applications unlike those develop... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
The Book of Soul: 52 Paths to Living What Matters
by Mark Nepo"It's easy in these times to allow ourselves to slip into resignation, isolation, or despair. The Book of Soul is an antidote."—Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive Global and Founder, Huffington Post"I recommend The Book of Soul for all of us wanting to stay connected to a deeper purpose."—Mel... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Informal Governance in the European Union: How Governments Make International Organizations Work
The European Union is the world’s most advanced international organization, presiding over a level of legal and economic integration unmatched in global politics. To explain this achievement, many observers point to its formal rules that entail strong obligations and delegate substantial power to su... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2014 -
Making It, Second edition: Manufacturing Techniques For Product Design
There are many ways in which a product can be manufactured but most designers know only a handful of techniques. Both informative and incredibly easy to use, this bestselling book explains over 100 production methods in detail. With specially commissioned diagrams, case studies and step-by-step phot... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
100 Ways to Create a Great Ad
by Tim Collins100 Ways to Create a Great Ad is an accessible introduction to creative advertising techniques. Featuring 100 spreads detailing concepts such as the "Reveal" and the "Mash-up", it presents the key methods of devising print, television, radio, direct, and online ideas. The process of creating an ad c... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2014 -
Reading Architecture: A Visual Lexicon
by Owen HopkinsThis innovative and unique book is a visual guide to the buildings that surround us, naming all the visible architectural features so that, unlike other architectural dictionaries, the reader doesn't have to know the name before looking it up. Clear line drawings and extensive colour photographs ill... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
Woven Textile Design
by Jan ShentonWoven Textile Design offers a comprehensive introduction to weaving for all those wishing to design and produce a wide range of fabrics from scratch.Starting with the basics of woven textile design, the book looks at how to draw up and interpret records and notation, before explaining how different ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2014 -
Pattern Cutting for Menswear
Designed for both students and professionals, Pattern Cutting for Menswear offers a comprehensive guide to pattern cutting from the basic skills through to advanced techniques. Including 20 complete patterns that show how to cut every aspect of menswear, the book features adaptations from basic bloc... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2013 -
Extending Microsoft Power Apps with Power Apps Component Framework: A complete guide to creating, deploying, and improving your code components
Learn how to extend the capabilities of Power Apps by building code components using Power Apps Component FrameworkKey FeaturesUnderstand how to extend Power Apps' capabilitiesEnhance your skills with the help of practical code components used throughout the bookOvercome common challenges, avoid pit... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Jumpstart Logic Pro X 10.5: Create professional music with Apple's flagship digital audio workstation app
by Jay AsherA practical guide that takes you from understanding the fundamentals of Logic Pro X to discovering professional music creation techniques with an easy-to-follow approachKey FeaturesExplore the world of music production by getting up to speed with Logic Pro XUnderstand the fundamentals of music produ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Construction for Landscape Architecture
Construction for Landscape Architecture covers all aspects of landscape construction, giving a good understanding of building materials and assembly. It is heavily illustrated with specially commissioned, detailed construction drawings and has a strong emphasis on sustainability and good practice. A... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2010 -
Cut and Fold Techniques for Promotional Materials
by Paul JacksonCut and Fold Techniques for Promotional Materials is a unique collection of over 40 attention-grabbing cut-and-fold designs that when printed and illustrated form memorable give-aways to promote and advertise services and products. The book provides a one-stop source for novelty promotional material... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2018 -
How to Save the World for Free: (guide To Green Living, Sustainability Handbook)
by Natalie Fee“Just what we need to get the job done†- Hugh Fearnley-WhittingstallAre you worried about the effects of climate change on our environment? Want to help but don’t know where to start? Natalie Fee’s new handbook to green living will help you to make small lifestyle changes which will make a ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2019 -
Thrill Seekers: 15 Remarkable Women in Extreme Sports (Women of Power)
What is the allure of the extreme? Who are the women who seek out and excel at sports outside the conventional, such as cave diving, wingsuit flying, or Formula 1 racing? This collection of female adventure dynamos is as fascinating as it is empowering. Thrill Seekers introduces readers to a diverse... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Printed Textile Design
This books explains the fundamentals of printed textile design, from design brief through to the completed collection, and introduces the basics of colour, drawing, composition and repeat with a series of step-by-step exercises and examples. Printed Textile Design helps to demystify the design proce... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2013 -
How to Create a Portfolio and Get Hired Second Edition
by Fig TaylorThis book shows those embarking on an illustration or graphic design career how best to put together an effective, professional portfolio. It discusses what to include and how to organize and display the work, and also advises on presentation techniques and self-promotion. Both print and digital por... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
Knit
by SamanthaKnit is an exciting and dynamic design area, with new technologies opening up a wealth of creative possibilities for designers, as well as innovative uses of traditional techniques. This international showcase features knit in fashion, art, and design. The book includes beautiful fashion constructio... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2015 -
DIY Couture: Create Your Own Fashion Collection
by Rosie MartinThe DIY Couture collection is 10 stylish, easy to make pieces of clothing that can be endlessly reinvented in different fabrics, textures and colours. Anyone who enjoys sewing and creating something unique will love using this book to make their own couture wardrobe.The book begins with a Useful Tec... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
Fashion Design, 3rd edition
by Sue JenkynThis book offers a thorough grounding in the principles of fashion design, describing the qualities and skills needed to become a fashion designer, examining the varied career opportunities available and giving a balanced inside view of the fashion business today. Subjects covered include how to int... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2011 -
Light for Visual Artists: Understanding And Using Light In Art And Design
by Richard YotLight is as important as colour in creating the right effect, whether on a palette or on a computer. Whether you’re an animator, painter, photographer or illustrator, you need to know how to harness light in your work to create the right effect. Light for Visual Artists is the first and only book ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2019 -
Fashion & Sustainability: Design For Change
This book examines how sustainability has the potential to transform both the fashion system and the innovators who work within it.Sustainability is arguably the defining theme of the twenty-first century. The issues in fashion are broad-ranging and include labour abuses, toxic chemicals use and con... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
Architectural Drawing, 2nd edition
by David DernieThis book focuses on the exciting possibilities for representing the built environment with techniques ranging from pencil sketching to computers. It teaches students the following skills: how to draw using a range of media, the basic rules of making effective spatial images, and how to express idea... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2010 -
We Are All Greta
Humans are very adaptable: We can still fix this. But the opportunity to do so will not last for long. We must start today. We have no more excuses'GRETA THUNBERGFollow in the footsteps of the Swedish teenage activist and Nobel Peace Prize candidate in We Are All Greta and join the global mission to... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2019 -
The Art of D*Face: One Man And His Dog
D*Face has been a leading figure in urban art for well over a decade. A contemporary of Banksy, he is at the forefront of the urban art movement and has had a constant presence throughout its meteoric rise into popular culture.This long-awaited monograph shows the development of his career as an art... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2013 -
Architecture from Commission to Construction: From Commission To Construction
This book provides an in-depth study of the design and construction processes behind 25 leading contemporary buildings. Covering a broad range of international projects, the book illustrates the working methods and creative concerns of both long-established and emerging international architects. Eve... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
Colour Forecasting for Fashion
by Kate ScullyColour is a powerful selling tool. It is the first thing to catch the consumer's eye in the shop window. Get the colour choice wrong and an entire range can stay on the racks. So, how do colours arrive on the catwalk or the sales floor – and why do different companies all seem to choose similar co... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012 -
Editorial Design: Digital And Print
Editorial Design: Digital and Print is a comprehensive guide to the traditional and digital skills that a designer will need for a future career in visual journalism today – the design of magazines and newspapers for a wide variety of markets.Generously illustrated, including case studies, practic... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2014 -
Draping: The Complete Course
Draping – the art of using calico to create womenswear directly on a mannequin – is an essential skill for fashion designers. Through a series of step-by-step projects, designed to develop skills from the most basic to more advanced techniques, this book will guide you in creating both classic a... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2013 -
How to Set up & Run a Fashion Label 2nd edition: Third Edition, Updated And Expanded
by Toby MeadowsNo matter how talented you are as a designer, if you are going to run a successful fashion label you also need to know about business—from marketing and PR to manufacturing your collection, and where to find the money to finance it all. In How to Set Up and Run a Fashion Label 2nd edition, Toby Me... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2019 -
Thinking about Architecture: An Introduction To Architectural Theory
by Colin DaviesIn order to understand architecture in all its cultural complexity it is necessary to grasp such basic concepts as representation, form and space. The aim of this book is to provide teachers, students, practising architects and general readers with a set of ideas that will enrich their conversation,... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2011 -
Colour 2nd edition: A Workshop Approach
Taking a practical approach to color, Color: A workshop for artists and designers is an invaluable resource for art students and professionals alike. With its sequence of specially designed assignments and in-depth discussions, it effectively bridges the gap between color theory and practice to insp... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2005 -
The Miracle Collectors: Uncovering Stories of Wonder, Joy, and Mystery
This eye-opening book will teach you how to step back, examine important moments in your life, and recognize the miracles that are constantly occurring all around you. As part of their own spiritual quest, miracle experts, Katie Mahon and Joan Luise Hill, discovered that when we are truly awake and ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
The Far Away Girl: A heartbreaking and gripping novel of tragedy and secrets
by Sharon MaasShe dreamed of finding a new life… Georgetown, Guyana 1970. Seven-year-old Rita is running wild in her ramshackle white wooden house by the sea, under the indulgent eye of her absent-minded father. Surrounded by her army of stray pets, free to play where she likes and climb the oleander trees, she ... More
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Philippians: A Biblical Study
by Joyce MeyerInternationally renowned author and Bible teacher Joyce Meyer provides a close study on Philippians, emphasizing the true joy that comes from serving others through Christ.Paul's letter to the people at Philippi serves as a reminder that if we search for joy in possessions, places, or people, we wil... More
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Meet Me in Barefoot Bay: 2-in-1 Edition with Barefoot in the Sand and Barefoot in the Rain (Barefoot Bay)
Fall in love with two "lovely, lush, and layered" beach romances from a renowned New York Times bestselling author (Kristan Higgins) — together for the first time in print!Barefoot in the SandWhen a hurricane roars through Lacey Armstrong's home, she decides the rubble is a chance to finally achieve... More
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Dirty Gold: The Rise and Fall of an International Smuggling Ring
The explosive story of the illegal gold trade from South America, and the three Miami businessmen who got rich on itIn March of 2017, a team of FBI agents arrested Juan Granda, Samer Barrage, and Renato Rodriguez, or as they called themselves, "the three amigos." The trio--first identified publicly ... More
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Lightseekers
by Femi KayodeA Nigerian psychologist travels to a remote southern border town to uncover the truth about the murder of three university students in this "original and fast-paced thriller" (Lauren Wilkinson, author of American Spy). When Dr. Philip Taiwo is called on by a powerful Nigerian politician to investiga... More
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The New Age of Empire: How Racism and Colonialism Still Rule the World
A damning exploration of the many ways in which the effects and logic of anti-black colonialism continue to inform our modern world. Colonialism and imperialism are often thought to be distant memories, whether they're glorified in Britain's collective nostalgia or taught as a sin of the past in his... More
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A Thousand Brains: A New Theory of Intelligence
by Jeff HawkinsA bestselling author, neuroscientist, and computer engineer unveils a theory of intelligence that will revolutionize our understanding of the brain and the future of AI. For all of neuroscience's advances, we've made little progress on its biggest question: How do simple cells in the brain create in... More
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Simon B. Rhymin'
by Dwayne ReedA humorous and heartwarming bounce-to-the-beat underdog story about a young rapper whose rhymes help bring his community together.Eleven-year-old Simon Barnes dreams of becoming a world-famous rapper that everyone calls Notorious D.O.G. But for now, he's just a Chicago fifth grader who's small for h... More
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Moon Oregon Hiking: Best Hikes plus Beer, Bites, and Campgrounds Nearby
Misty ancient forests, rugged high deserts, and black sand beaches: wherever you turn in Oregon, adventure awaits. Pack a lunch, lace up your boots, and hit the trails with Moon Oregon Hiking. Inside you'll find:Diverse Hiking Options: Whether you plan to take peaceful walks along the coast or chall... More
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Moon Washington Hiking: Best Hikes plus Beer, Bites, and Campgrounds Nearby
by Craig HillCraggy coastal cliffs, towering active volcanoes, and cascading waterfalls: wherever you turn in Washington, adventure awaits. Pack a lunch, lace up your boots, and hit the trails with Moon Washington Hiking. Inside you'll find:Diverse Hiking Options: Whether you plan to take leisurely lakeside walk... More
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Who is Maud Dixon?: A Novel
A "stylish and sharp" character-driven suspense novel, "with wicked hairpin turns," about a famous novelist and a small-town striver locked in a struggle for fortune and fame. (Maria Semple, author of Where&’d You Go, Bernadette?)Florence Darrow is a low-level publishing employee who believes that s... More
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Pathologies of Climate Governance: International Relations, National Politics and Human Nature
Earth's climate is in crisis. Climate governance has failed. This book diagnoses climate governance as if it were a sick patient, uncovering the fundamental factors causing the worsening climate crisis. It distils decades of global climate negotiations to reveal the features of international relatio... More
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Pharmacology for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
by Tom Peck • Benjamin HarrisThe fifth edition of this popular textbook continues to provide a solid foundation of pharmacological knowledge for all those working in anaesthesia and intensive care. The content has been thoroughly revised to include expanded chapters with clearer figures, ensuring readers are kept abreast of the... More
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Lucky: How Joe Biden Barely Won the Presidency
The inside story of the historic 2020 presidential election and Joe Biden&’s harrowing ride to victory, from the #1 New York Times bestselling authors of Shattered, the definitive account of Hillary Clinton&’s 2016 campaign. Almost no one thought Joe Biden could make it back to the White House—not D... More
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Becoming: Adapted for Young Readers
Michelle Obama&’s worldwide bestselling memoir, Becoming, is now adapted for young readers.Michelle Robinson was born on the South Side of Chicago. From her modest beginnings, she would become Michelle Obama, the inspiring and powerful First Lady of the United States, when her husband, Barack Obama,... More
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Crime Prevention: Principles, Perspectives and Practices (Trends And Issues In Crime And Criminal Justice Ser.)
Crime Prevention: Principles, Perspectives and Practices introduces readers to the theory and practice of crime prevention. Now in its third edition, this book argues for a combination of social and situational/environmental crime prevention strategies as more effective alternatives to policing, cri... More
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Judging at the Interface: Deference to State Decision-Making Authority in International Adjudication
by Esmé ShirlowThis book explores how the Permanent Court of International Justice, the International Court of Justice, the European Court of Human Rights, and investment treaty tribunals have used deference to recognise the decision making authority of States. It analyses the approaches to deference taken by thes... More
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Klara and the Sun: A novel
A GOOD MORNING AMERICA Book Club Pick!Klara and the Sun is a magnificent new novel from the Nobel laureate Kazuo Ishiguro--author of Never Let Me Go and the Booker Prize-winning The Remains of the Day.Klara and the Sun, the first novel by Kazuo Ishiguro since he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Litera... More
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Decoding "Despacito": An Oral History of Latin Music
by Leila CoboA behind the scenes look at the music that is currently the soundtrack of the globe, reported on and written by Leila Cobo, Billboard's VP of Latin Music and the world's ultimate authority on popular Latin music.Decoding "Despacito" tracks the stories behind the biggest Latin hits of the past fifty ... More
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Parent Like It Matters: How to Raise Joyful, Change-Making Girls
An accessible blueprint to embolden our daughters to be critical thinkers, fearless doers, and joyful change agents for our future—from the proud mother of teen activist Marley Dias, founder of 1000BLACKGIRLBOOKS.&“A stunning and pathbreaking how-to guide and memoir for every mom, dad, or caregiver ... More
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Criticism, Performance, and the Passions in the Eighteenth Century: The Art of Transition
Great art is about emotion. In the eighteenth century, and especially for the English stage, critics developed a sensitivity to both the passions of a performance and what they called the transitions between those passions. It was these pivotal transitions, scripted by authors and executed by actors... More
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Mine!: How the Hidden Rules of Ownership Control Our Lives
A hidden set of rules governs who owns what--explaining everything from whether you can recline your airplane seat to why HBO lets you borrow a password illegally--and in this lively and entertaining guide, two acclaimed law professors reveal how things become "mine.""Mine" is one of the first words... More
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AMORALMAN: A True Story and Other Lies
Truth and lies are two sides of the same coin. But who's flipping it? A thought-provoking and brilliantly entertaining work of nonfiction from one of the world's leading deceivers, the creator and star of the astonishing theater show and forthcoming film In & Of Itself.Derek DelGaudio believed he wa... More
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Small Magic: Short Fiction, 1977-2020
by Terry BrooksEscape to worlds full of adventure and magic in the first-ever Terry Brooks short-story collection, featuring both new and fan-favorite stories from all three of his major literary worlds: Shannara, Magic Kingdom, and The Word and the Void.Here are heroes fighting new battles and struggling to conqu... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
American Cider: A Modern Guide to a Historic Beverage
by Dan Pucci • Craig Cavallo&“Not just a thorough guide to the history of apples and cider in this country but also an inspiring survey of the orchardists and cidermakers devoting their lives to sustainable agriculture through apples.&”—Alice Waters &“Pucci and Cavallo are thorough and enthusiastic chroniclers, who celebrate ... More
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China and International Dispute Resolution in the Context of the 'Belt and Road Initiative'
Written by eminent international judges, scholars and practitioners, this book offers a timely study of China's role in international dispute resolution in the context of the construction of the 'Belt and Road Initiative' (BRI). It provides in-depth analysis of the law and practice in the fields of ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
The Creaky Knees Guide Northern California, 2nd Edition: The 80 Best Easy Hikes (Creaky Knees)
This fully updated edition of this bestselling easy hiking guide (over 10,000 sold) features the 80 best low-impact day hikes in Northern California, perfect for aging baby boomers, seniors, those traveling with small children, and anyone else interested more in a stroll than a climb.From hikes just... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2011 -
Rules of Estrangement: Why Adult Children Cut Ties and How to Heal the Conflict
A guide for parents whose adult children have cut off contact that reveals the hidden logic of estrangement, explores its cultural causes, and offers practical advice for parents trying to reestablish contact with their adult children.&“Finally, here&’s a hopeful, comprehensive, and compassionate gu... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
Story or Die: How to Use Brain Science to Engage, Persuade, and Change Minds in Business and in Life
by Lisa Cron&“A practical, heartfelt manual for anyone who needs to change minds and actions. Lisa Cron shares the art of practical empathy with leaders who care enough to make a difference.&”—Seth Godin, author of The Practice A step-by-step guide to using the brain&’s hardwired need for story to achieve any g... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Good Girl, Bad Blood: The Sequel to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (A Good Girl's Guide To Murder #2)
The highly anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder! More dark secrets are exposed in this addictive, true-crime fueled mystery. Pip is not a detective anymore.With the help of Ravi Singh, she released a true-crime podcast about the murder case they ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
The Yellow Wall-Paper and Other Writings (Modern Library Torchbearers)
Collected fiction and essays by a pillar of the American feminist canon—with an introduction by Halle Butler, a National Book Award Foundation &“5 Under 35&” honoree and a Granta Best Young American NovelistCharlotte Perkins Gilman was a writer, editor, and journalist whose poems, articles, short st... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2000 -
A Framework for Addressing Violence and Serious Crime: Focused Deterrence, Legitimacy, and Prevention (Elements in Criminology)
This Element examines an increasingly important community crime prevention strategy - focused deterrence. This strategy seeks to change offender behavior by understanding underlying crime-producing dynamics and conditions that sustain recurring crime problems, and implementing a blended set of law e... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2020 -
The Squatter and the Don (Modern Library Torchbearers)
A historical romance with an activist heart, and an impassioned critique of U.S. expansionism—with an introduction by Ana Castillo, author of So Far from GodA fiercely partisan novel based on the author&’s own experiences, The Squatter and the Don follows two families living near San Diego shortly a... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2004 -
Good Housekeeping Easy Meal Prep: The Ultimate Playbook for Make-Ahead Meals
Meal prep is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Good Housekeeping&’s 100+ make-ahead recipes are quick, healthy, and delicious and will transform your weeknight meals! Want to sit down to incredibly tasty, nutritious, homecooked meals every single day? Who doesn&’t! But who has the time? Now you do, with this mea... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Return of the Trickster (The Trickster trilogy #3)
In the third book of her brilliant and captivating Trickster Trilogy, Eden Robinson delivers an explosive, surprising and satisfying resolution.All Jared Martin had ever wanted was to be normal, which was already hard enough when he had to cope with Maggie, his hard-partying, gun-toting, literal wit... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
The Realm of Shambhala: A Complete Vision for Humanity's Perfection
A comprehensive account of Shambhala according to the Jonang school of Tibetan Buddhism.The Realm of Shambhala presents the Kalachakra Tantra's multilayered approach to Shambhala as taught by the Tibetan Buddhist Jonang tradition. Understood to be an ancient kingdom and physical place, Shambhala is ... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Peter Lee's Notes from the Field
by Angela AhnEleven-year-old Peter Lee has one goal in life: to become a paleontologist. But in one summer, that all falls apart. Told in short, accessible journal entries and combining the humor of Timmy Failure with the poignant family dynamics of Lynda Mullaly Hunt, Peter Lee will win readers' hearts.Eleven y... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2021 -
Princess in Love (Princess Diaries #3)
by Meg CabotThe truth is, Mia spends all her time doing one of three things: preparing for her nerve-racking entrée into Genovian society, slogging through the congestion unique to Manhattan in December, and avoiding further smooches from her hapless boyfriend, Kenny.<P><P> For Mia, being a princess in l... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2009