This novel exposes the obsession that draws climbers away from civilization to test themselves against the most intimidating and inaccessible mountains in the world. James Salter captures the adventu
This book recounts the amazing life story of a 16-year-old American Revolutionary-era soldier, including his captivity, adoption, and eventual flight to freedom from the Iroquois Six-Nation Indian tri
For more than a century the New York City subway system has been a vital part of the city's identity, even as judgments of its value have varied. It has been celebrated as the technological embodiment
Heads Up offers a new set of metrics for identifying, analyzing, and responding to the right information at the right time—helping companies to avoid disasters and seize opportunities Managers have a
Survival Preparedness: A Beginners Guide to Survival PreppingWhat would happen to you and your family if suddenly one day you woke up and realized there was no electricity or information grid, and tha
Monotheism is usually considered Judaism's greatest contribution to world culture, but it is far from clear what monotheism is. This work examines the notion that monotheism is not so much a claim abo
“This quirky kid and his loving family will instantly endear themselves to readers.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Jameson only ever wears green pants. But if he wants to be in his cousin’s wedding
In an epic adventure like no other, an unflappable mother will stop at nothing to find a cure for her ailing young son — even if it means traveling to the moon itself.“Where are you going?”“To the moo
For kids who march to their own drummer — or are especially attached to a comfort object — here is a completely adorable character who wears his singularity in style.Jameson only ever wears green pant
An exploration of the ways in which research, power and politics interact in violently divided societiesOver the past two decades, there has been an increase in the funding of research in and
The readings gathered here include many rare texts that have not been reprinted for centuries, excerpted from biblical commentary, legal writings, medical and scientific writings, popular encyclopedia
A complete and unabridged English translation of Abraham Cohen de Herrera's principal kabbalistic work, with an introduction to his life, works, and influence, and comprehensive notes on his kabbalist
Popular selection of 100 practice problems — with hints and solutions — for students preparing for undergraduate-level math competitions. Subjects range from multivariate integration to finite series
Handy compilation of 100 practice problems, hints, and solutions indispensable for students preparing for the William Lowell Putnam and other mathematical competitions. Problems suggested by a variety
In 1940 Japan placed Vietnam under military occupation, restricting the local French administration to a figurehead authority. Seizing the opportunity, the Communists organised a Vietnamese independe
