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Describes the issues of a family breakup, including its effect on the children within the family, the social and legal implications of a breakup, and how to cope with drastic life changes.
Gone are the days when students stood in front of the class with a notecard, a photocopied pie chart, and a poster board collage. Today, so many innovative—and free—resources are available on the Inte
One of the most popular and exciting water sports in the world, surfing has a rich history dating back to at least the eighteenth century. The International Surfing Association estimates there are mor
Though kites have been around for centuries, only recently have they been used for surfing and snowboarding, creating the exhilarating new sports of kiteboarding and snowkiting. Kiters experiment with
The interconnectivity of appliances, everyday objects, and people to the Web is called the “Internet of Things.” Electric cars are being made smart and fast with software updates that are pushed to th
In March 211, a massive earthquake hit Japan and triggered a powerful tsunami. Claiming more than 15, lives, destroying thousands of homes, and wiping out infrastructure, the event was one of the wors
An event still fresh in our collective memory, the terrorist attacks of September 11, 21, are an integral part of the United States’ identity and politics today. This title explains what happened in t
Introduces extreme biking by presenting historical information about the sport, discussing necessary equipment and techniques, and examining safety procedures.
The thrilling sensation of flying free thousands of miles above the earth has made skydiving one of the most distinctive and popular extreme sports. Though the sport began with primitive parachuting h
A unique overview of the fashion and dress, diet, hygiene, medicine, and other cultural aspects of the ancient Chinese. This entertaining yet informative book details practices that may seem peculiar
Presents disgusting ancient Mexican and Central American religious customs, battle practices, culinary delicacies, and other aspects of everyday life, including details of their practice of human sacr
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It's a common word to hear these days—crowdfunding. Websites such as Kickstarter and Patreon are bringing businesses and creators together with donators and investors. This guide explains the basics o
