A perfect survival guide for novice soldiers about how to stay alive in the Roman Army, revealing all the gruesome truths of life in the Roman army including what soldiers ate, what they wore and how
Henry David Thoreau is an American intellectual icon; what made him so was the decade between his graduation from Harvard and the years he spent in a cabin he built himself on Ralph Waldo Emerson's la
An introduction to the field of sound healing, written with beginners in mind. Solid fundamentals are the key to true mastery in any discipline. This approach makes the work accessible to both newcome
Discover the Muscle Building Secrets that Only the Top Pros Know! Introducing the #1 Bodybuilding Guide for Hardgainers (Skinny Guys) BUILD MUSCLE, BUILD STRENGTH and BUILD MASS with these SIMPLE STRA
The story of African Americans in the visual arts has closely paralleled their social, political and economic aspirations over the last four hundred years. From enslaved craftspersons to contemporary
Avatars through which players experience computer games can virtually resurrect deceased members of the player's family, to become spiritual mentors for the player, to memorialize lost loved ones, and
Witty and intelligent, Miss Elizabeth Bennet has vowed that nothing but the deepest love shall tempt her into matrimony, a tenuous prospect for a poor gentlewoman in 19th century England. She rejects
This is a short guide for medical students who seek to prepare for future fulfilling careers while pursuing degrees. While this book aims to educate the reader on all aspects of medical careers and ap
The scent of evergreen lingers and romance is in the air this joyous holiday season. Three beloved authors bring you heartwarming classic tales that are the perfect way to celebrate this special time
Older Americans experience stages of aging with distinct priorities. For younger retirees, climate can be most important; for older retirees, quality of health care. Various states support these and o
The purpose of this book is to explore the talents, work styles, attitudes, and issues that members of the Millennial generation are bringing with them as they enter the workforce. The Millennial gene
This is an engaging retelling of an Anansi story, written for children just learning to read. Anansi, the African trickster spider, tells Elephant and Rhino he can beat them both in a tug of war. To t
Under the covers, these lovers come alive! Katie MacAlister conjures supernatural sparks in Shades of Gray A TV crew is filming a paranormal reality show on the grounds of an imposing old Czech Republ
World of Warcraft is more than a game. There is no ultimate goal,no winning hand, no princess to be rescued. WoW is an immersive virtual world inwhich characters must cope in a dangerous environment,
It is the year 2319, and Commander Virgil Artus of the Earth Federal Navy is about to be promoted to captain, the youngest in the fleet s history to do so. His new command is the navy s latest ship, t
THE PASTPastor Sims finished digging the grave when he heard a tinkling behind him. The hair on his neck stood up. He looked up, but no one was there.Gloria received the telegram of her uncle's passin
THE PASTPastor Sims finished digging the grave when he heard a tinkling behind him. The hair on his neck stood up. He looked up, but no one was there.Gloria received the telegram of her uncle's passin
Writing across theological disciplines, nine African American women scholars reflect on what it means to live as responsible doers of justice. With some classic essays and some contributions published
In 1940, Beatrice Sims, a spoiled English girl arrives in Santa Fe to escape the war in London. At first the twelve-year-old hates the dusty little town. But soon Beatrice makes friends with goofy Ara
A collection of adventure stories retold for younger readers. It features colourful illustrations from the Usborne Young Reading Programme. It contains the stories from: "Don Quixote", "The 39 Steps",
This is an evocative picture book based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. 'The Wind in the Willows' is a re-telling of the beloved Kenneth Grahame story following the advent
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The last thing Harry ODitO Sims expects when Emma Walker comes to town is to become friends. Propertalking, brainy Emma doesnOt play baseball or fish too well, but she sure makes Dit think, especially
An amusing folktale for beginner readers about a magical fish that grants wishes.Includes book and interactive CD-ROM with animated screen visuals and characterful narration, music and sound effects.N
Virtual worlds are persistent online computer-generated environments where people can interact, whether for work or play, in a manner comparable to the real world. The most popular current example is
This is a new title in the fantastic Usborne Reading Programme, based on an old African folktale and aimed at children who are beginning to read. Once upon a time, zebras didn't have stripes but a gre
Education has become marked by government regulations and corporate practices, a situation that seems to be resulting in growing inequities, according to recent research. Those inequities indicate the
The enchanting classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Mary Lennox feels forlorn and lonely in her uncle's gloomy house on the moors. But behi
The history of man-made flight for children growing in reading confidence.From Da Vinci to the Wright Brothers, find out how people dreamed of taking to the sky in complex "flying machines", before in
With the Civil Rights movement of the sixties fresh in their perspective, movie producers of the early 1970s began to make films aimed toward the underserved African American audience. Over the next
Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories from around the world with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone.Part of the Usborne Reading
A delightful version of Shakespeare's play specially adapted for children.The enchanting story of magic and mix-ups, fairies and fools is retold in a captivating style, with beautiful illustrations th
Thirty leaders, researchers, academics, and consultant--all but one from the U.S.--contribute to a selection of the latest work available on leadership in various sectors, current and future challenge
The classic Dickens story retold for children growing in reading confidence.Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean-spirited old man who hates everything - even Christmas! But when three spirits visit him one Chri
Want to Paint a Happy Future for Your Children? Start Drawing the Line Today.Boundaries with Kids will help you: Recognize the boundary issues underlying child behavior problems Set boundaries and es
Who's that flying in the sky? It's SuperOwl! She comes to the rescue, time and again, but is everything quite as it seems? A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, starr
A charming retelling of a traditional Chinese story makes the perfect addition to the ever-growing series of popular Little Board Books. Chang is the best painter in all of China, so it's Chang the Em
Sports Day is coming up soon and Suzi's in a great mood - until her class get saddled with mean old Miss Grit as their supply teacher. Miss Grit has it in for Suzi from day one, and worst of all, Suzi
Jane Tressider has never been afraid of speaking her mind, even if she admits that she may have occasionally given offence by doing so. But as a busy mother of nine children, she cannot let such a sma
A cloud is blocking the sun and Lizard is determined to move it... But lizards are not wizards whatever Lizard thinks. This fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, has wond
