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Follow the seashell path along Tokyo Bay until you get to the Chibineko Kitchen, where a traditional Japanese meal can summon anyone you choose from your past, but only for as long as it continues to steam . . . —for fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold, The Midnight Library, and Studio Ghibli films like Spirited Away.If you could speak one last time to someone you’ve lost, what would you tell them?One sunny morning, the Chibineko Kitchen opens its doors to Nagi, a young woman facing an impossible choice: Should she marry her boyfriend, despite knowing she has only a few years left to live? Desperate for advice from her mother, who died years ago, she hopes that one of the Chibineko Kitchen’s fabled meals will work its magic.Such is the promise that attracts three others to the restaurant: an anxious man rebuilding his life after shutting himself away for years, a lonely widow unaware that she is surrounded by friends, and a theater director hoping to rekindle his career after a tragic

A father and son team up to compete in an epic Minecraft tournament in this official novel! It's a dream come true. Every year, only twenty-four kids in the entire state are selected to show off their Minecraft skills in the Southwest Regional Tournament. And Jett Warner just got his invitation. Here's the catch: Nobody knows the rules ahead of time. Will it be Survival? Creative? A speedrun? Or maybe PVP? The only thing Jett knows is that he'll need a partner. And he'll need to expect the unexpected--well, that and a totally sweet all-expenses-paid trip to a mountainside retreat for a week. The winner's reward? Life-changing. The competition? The best of the best. The partner in his corner? His sister, Dri, a total Minecraft expert. Wait, scratch that--Dri has a fever, and now Jett is going to have to team up with . . . Dad?! Sure, he taught Jett how to play, but that was years ago. And while Jett's got his eyes on the prize, Dad's more eager to hike the trails. As the games begin, th

At age thirty-five, her thirteen-year relationship ended and food journalist Candice Chung found herself without not only her first love, but her most reliable restaurant review partner. When her retired Cantonese parents offered to be her new plus-ones, she faced a dilemma: was it better to eat together in polite silence, or to try saying the unsayable--to broach how, for the past decade, they had managed to drift so profoundly apart?Soon, a geographer enters her life, and the course of their relationship forces Chung to address what's still left unsaid to her parents. To do so, she must find a new vocabulary--a way to unscramble what her family has been trying to express all along. Not through words, but with food.

They Don't Need to Understand is the untold origin story of one of modern rock’s most compelling young voices, from the struggles of adolescence to the triumph of connecting with millions of passionate fans worldwide.OVERVIEWBefore he was the charismatic frontman of Black Veil Brides and an accomplished solo artist under the Andy Black moniker, Andy Biersack was Andrew Dennis Biersack—an imaginative kid growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio, wrestling with anxiety, loneliness, and the impossible task of fitting in.With his trademark charm, sharp wit, and deeply personal insights, Biersack traces his journey from staging miniature concerts with KISS action figures in his bedroom, to chasing his rock ’n’ roll dreams in Hollywood at eighteen—even when it meant living in his car.

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling master of international intrigue comes a shocking new stand-alone thriller that thrusts a group of university students, falsely accused of murder, into a treacherous hunt across Europe, all to unlock the secrets buried within a centuries-old book that could change humankind forever.Knowledge can be magic—until it falls into the wrong hands.The ritualistic murder of a British professor at the University of Exeter points to a startling cast of suspects: his own students. All are enrolled in a postgraduate program covering the history of witchcraft, folklore, and spiritualism.All evidence points to Sharyn Karr—an American student. Prior to the professor’s death, he had thrust a centuries-old book upon her. It appears to be the handwritten and encrypted diary of an eighteenth-century mystic and occultist, the Comte de Saint-Germain. The professor begged her to keep the text safe, ending with a warning: Trust no one.Such a responsibility forces her int

當 Monster 遇見 Puppet，他們靈機一動，決定來場表演。Puppet 熱情指揮，Monster 配合演出，但「更多、更好」的要求卻讓快樂逐漸變質。本書由 Kate Micucci 創作，並由 Mo Willems 擔任系列策劃，延續《ELEPHANT & PIGGIE LIKE READING!》一貫的幽默。色彩鮮明的插畫搭配重複而有節奏的文字，讓初階讀者在笑聲中學會辨識情緒，也理解尊重界線的重要。這是一本兼顧閱讀練習與情感學習的作品。Award-winning actor, comedian, musician, and artist Kate Micucci teams up with #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Mo Willems as part of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning early reader series ELEPHANT & PIGGIE LIKE READING! When Monster meets Puppet, they decide to put on a show. Puppet knows what Monster should do! Monster should tell a joke! Monster should dance! Monster should sing! But the more Monster does, the more Puppet wants MORE. What should Monster do when The Monster and Puppet Show! is not fun any . . . MORE!?! Kate Micucci's vibrant pop art and humorous storytelling cleverly explore themes of friendship, peer pressure, boundaries, and self-preservation. This funny beginning reader, for kids ages 4 to 8, supports early rea

A joyful exploration of a child's loving relationship with the land that supports and nurtures her as she grows You Are the Land is a vivid ode to belonging within a family, within a community, and within the natural world. From the day she's born, a child feels the love and power that come with being part of something bigger. She's a new spring leaf, alive and growing, as strong as the ancient cedars and as radiant as the glittering night sky. She is one with the amazing forces of nature that surround and nurture her, and that she nurtures in return. Through inspiring words and sweeping illustrations, renowned artist Steph Littlebird's stunning debut celebrates our connection to the land and shows how we perfectly mirror its beauty and resilience.

From Michael Pollan, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling HOW TO CHANGE YOUR MIND, a dazzling and panoptic exploration of consciousness--what it is, who has it, and why--and a meditation on the limits and bounds of our very humanity When it comes to the phenomenon that is consciousness, there is one point scientists, philosophers, and researchers can all agree on with a level of certainty: that it feels like something to be ourselves. And yet, the fact that each and every one of us has a subjective experience of the world continues to be one of the greatest mysteries in nature. How is it that our mental operations are accompanied by feelings, thoughts, and a sense of self? What would studying the idea of an inner life even look like, considering we have as little distance and perspective on it as fish do of the sea? What began for Michael Pollan as a startling awareness of his own consciousness soon evolved into a greater fascination with this strange and elusive phenomenon. In

Solve the mazes to help the baby animals! Baby Duck has to catch up with its family, Baby Bear wants to get some honey, the sleepy baby foxes want to get home to their cozy den--and more adventures fill the pages of this interactive board book. Designed for kids aged 2 and up, this sturdy book includes maze pieces to complete the paths so the little critters can go on their merry way. - An age-appropriate introduction to mazes- Adorable illustrations engage young children- Helps develop problem-solving and fine motor skillsBaby Animal Mazes offers young children a satisfying first experience with mazes. - Fun game and activity books-Books for children aged 2-4- Books for toddlers and preschool children

You're the unexpected caretaker of a small but mighty monster in this interactive book from the bestselling Choose Your Own Adventure series, now for readers 5-8! Filled with colorful illustrations, these books for little kids make reading together extra fun. But be careful!!! The choices YOU make could land you in a real-life monster movie! You're on a school trip at the Museum of Media, just in time to catch the last day of their exhibit on classic monster movies. When you sneak away to check it out, you stumble upon props from one of your favorites: "Kaiju Gaga." There's even a monster egg from the film! But when you reach out and touch the egg ... it cracks. Is that an eye looking out at you? Should you run back to join your class and pretend like nothing happened? Or do you want to meet whatever's emerging face-to-face, and accept the Kaiju consequences?

★ 當小狐狸遇見黏人小鳥，一場意想不到的陪伴故事開始了★ 關於犯錯、道歉與理解彼此的成長故事★ 柔和水彩插畫與春日森林氣息，讀來溫暖動人一個關於陪伴與理解的溫暖森林故事。當小狐狸 Hazel 救起一隻小藍鳥 Herbert，生活被徹底打亂。透過這段像手足般的關係，孩子能看見犯錯、道歉與彼此理解的重要。柔和插畫與細膩情感，使故事充滿春日般的溫度。When a young fox rescues a baby blue bird, her life is upended by the sudden new addition. Hazel discovers an egg while out for a walk in the woods, and much to her surprise--Tip! Tip! Tap!--out pops a baby bird. She names him Herbert, and from then on, he sticks to her like jam on toast. But Hazel likes her routine, and Herbert's always underfoot. No matter what she's doing, Hazel simply can't get a moment's peace. What's a fox to do?

Follow the incredible story of Rihanna, from a young girl in Barbados to an international superstar and successful businesswoman. Robyn Rihanna Fenty grew up on the Caribbean island of Barbados. Despite a tough childhood that meant she often had to look after her younger brothers, little Rihanna always found time to sing and loved putting on shows for her family. After a life-changing audition, a teenage Rihanna found herself in New York. Her dreams were coming true! Bursting on to the scene with hits like "Umbrella" and "Diamonds," she quickly became one of the most popular artists of all time. With 14 number-one singles to her name, Rihanna is the bestselling female recording artist of the twenty-first century.Alongside her music, Rihanna became a fashion and beauty icon, but she struggled to find make-up that suited her skin tone. She was inspire to launch a game-changing inclusive beauty and fashion brand, Fenty, designed to celebrate people of all different colours, shapes and siz

From New York Times bestselling author and renowned creator Joey Graceffa comes a pulse-pounding YA fantasy where witches hunt witches, magic has a price, and sisterhood is the only thing standing between light and darkness. Welcome to the coven.Each month, a Zodiac Witch is born, her magic written by the stars.Ophelia and Serena--twin sisters born on the cusp of Pisces and Aries--are trapped in the cold confines of an orphanage until fate rips them from obscurity. Suddenly, they are invited into The Twelve, a powerful coven. To join, they must swear to hunt Dark Witches, creatures of spectral beauty and razor-sharp teeth who survive by siphoning magic from young witches.On a secret island, protected by their new sisters, Ophelia and Serena train to use their powers. Serena commands Lightning, raw and untamed. Ophelia wields Water, quiet and waiting. Their paths shift--one chasing power, the other resisting--as the sisters find themselves caught between two destinies. Some choices can

Four adorable doggos and their new friend dive into another adventure-filled session of their favorite role playing game in DnDoggos: Spells Like Trouble, the second book in the hilarious graphic novel series by Scout Underhill. Magnus, Pickles, Tonka, and Zoey are ready to play! After leveling up, the doggos have new spells, new gear, new maps, and even a new friend: Toast the cat! But Maxilla's spell has woken a slumbering giant, and the threatening rumbles are growing louder. Plus, their new friend Toast has an unusual type of magic that is causing all kinds of trouble for our heroes. Will leveling up help the DnDoggos and Toast stop Maxilla before she causes even more trouble? Or will their own magic get the best of them?

A beloved schoolteacher chronicles the meteoric rise of his most dazzling student in this ambitious, big-hearted work of literary fiction, perfect for fans of Nathan Hill, Susan Choi, and Tess Gunty. Mr. Keating is an extraordinary teacher: brilliant, dedicated, and possibly a few pages ahead in a book no one else is reading. He's a magician able to enchant fourteen-year-olds into a love of writing and literature. Yet no student has lived up to the promise of their potential more than Clara Hightower. Over the course of three decades, Clara is a kindergarten thief, a high school genius, a Silicon Valley celebrity, and an animal rights activist turned terrorist. To tell Clara's story, Mr. Keating must tell his own, including his courtship and marriage, his dreams of writing and comedy, his days in the classroom in lower Manhattan along with the rivalry and friendship with his Head of School, and his eventual stroke and the isolation that follows. The Optimists is a love story, a joke bo

A bold celebration of America’s most famous highway.Route 66 is undoubtedly the world’s most beloved road trip, having inspired music, film, books, and countless adventures. Created to mark the highway’s 100-year anniversary,Route 66: A Tribute to an American Iconfollows the Mother Road from Chicago to Los Angeles, spotlighting the legendary, can’t-miss landmarks that make this journey the ultimate all-American road trip.Inside you’ll discover:Must-see stops and attractions, including classic diners, museums, motels, and muffler menMaps for the eight states that Route 66 passes through:Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and CaliforniaCurated playlists for each state. Simply scan the Spotify codes found alongside each map and listen at home or on the roadStories of pivotal moments in the road’s history, like the strife of the Eagle-Picher Miners’ strike and the essential guidance of the Green BookProfiles on visionary people, including motel proprietor Lil

★ 爆笑圖像小說！三人好友團的失控假期大冒險★ 給喜歡《Cat Kid Comic Club》《Hilo》《InvestiGators》的讀者★ 用笑聲與勇氣證明：只要有朋友，再糟的計畫都能變成冒險Nick、Sy與Violet原本各自規畫好完美的假期：電玩訓練、音樂合作與漫畫營隊，卻一個個被突發狀況打亂。面對計畫崩壞與自我懷疑，他們在朋友的支持中重新找回勇氣與信心。這部節奏明快、色彩繽紛的圖像小說，用爆笑冒險與溫暖友情描繪成長中的困惑與勇氣，讓讀者看見做自己與互相扶持的力量。Nick, Sy, and Violet have the perfect vacation planned, but nothing is going according to plan. Now, they’ll have to think fast, get creative, and make a splash in ways they never expected! A fun-filled graphic novel for fans of Cat Kid Comic Club, Hilo, and InvestiGators!Sy’s finally going to prove himself as a pro gamer—if only his dad didn’t insist on a father-son fishing excursion instead.Nick is set to collaborate with his musical hero, DJ French Toast—but their jam session is far from smooth.And Violet? She signed up for Comic Design Camp . . . so why is she suddenly the star of the Drama Camp play?Despite the obstacles, this trio isn’t backing down. Together, they’re ready to take on every obstacle, sink or swim. After all, school break has on

Jiyu is the pen name of Shou-Fang Hu-Moore. During graduate studies at the University of Alberta her life took a dramatic turn owing to a leukemia diagnosis. Upon hearing the news, the young man with whom she had only recently entered into a serious relationship and who would soon be attending medical school, immediately proposed to her. Thus started their lifelong journey together dealing with this terminal disease, while continuing their studies and careers. Despite the many physical and mental hardships they faced, he persevered and eventually became a medical doctor, while she unleashed her potential with his constant encouragement and lived her life to the fullest, establishing multiple career paths in interior design, architecture, writing, translation and Mandarin Chinese education.This book is her memoir recounting her ordeals of undergoing cancer treatments, especially a bone marrow transplant, with many immediate and long-term side effects that continue to impact her health a

“The twists are out of this world! You don’t want to miss this one!”– Freida McFaddenFrom indie thriller sensation Natalie Barelli comes a riveting domestic thriller about a woman who finds her darkest secrets published in a bestselling novel – and she'll do anything to keep the past from being rewritten.***Dear Diary. Today I'm going to kill her. Love, Rose.When Rose discovers the contents of her teenage diary splashed across the pages of a bestselling book, she knows her carefully constructed life is about to unravel.The author, Emily Harper, claims the story is fiction, but Rose knows better. Desperate to find out how Emily discovered her deepest secrets, Rose ingratiates herself into Emily's life, posing as an enthusiastic assistant and adoring fan.But as Rose gets closer to the truth, long-buried memories resurface. Slowly, the horrifying events of her teenage years come into focus, revealing that sometimes, the people you trust the most are the ones you should be most afraid of.F

From bestselling author B.B. Reid comes the first in a dark and steamy why choose romance series featuring America's sweetheart and three dangerous mountain men.America’s sweetheart has been cancelled.From teen star to international phenom to the biggest celebrity in the world, Aurelia George has suddenly found herself on the other side of adoration. The public thinks they hate her when they never really knew her. The saddest tragedy of all is that she doesn’t know herself.Done with the fame, glitz, and glam?the whole doe-eyed princess charade?Aurelia decides she’s taking back her life, even if it costs her everything.But her uncle has other plans.Shipped far away until the heat dies, Aurelia finds herself in the one place where her name means nothing. When a blizzard causes her plane to crash, she becomes stranded in the wilds of Northern Canada, a sole survivor with no one to turn to.No one except them: the misanthropic mountain men who’ve shut themselves away. It’s their cabin that

New York Timesbestselling author ofFuryborndelights in this thrilling conclusion to the steamy, lush, and epic Middlemist trilogy, perfect for fans ofBridgertonandA Court of Thorns and Roses.***WAR IS RAGING IN EDYN.The battered Middlemist can barely hold itself together. Olden monsters terrorise the land. The gods are awakening from their ancient slumber, but if the vengeful Kilraith destroys them, all will be lost. And it’s up to the Ashbourne sisters?demigods, daughters of the goddess Kerezen?to stop him.But the sisters are spread thin. Gemma and Talan travel the world in a desperate search for the gods. In the capital, Farrin and Ryder shelter countless refugees amid roiling unrest. And Mara Ashbourne, bound to the Middlemist and longing for a home she can never return to, is just trying to survive.Every day is chaos as Mara battles invaders and fights to protect her fellow Roses. The presence of librarian Gareth Fontaine?assigned to aid the Roses' war efforts?doesn’t help. Charmin

“PAWSSIBLY the sweetest books on the shelf!” — Ben Clanton, bestselling author of the Narwhal and Jelly seriesFollow the antics of Squash and Ginny in the sixth installment of Cat & Cat Adventures from popular webcomic creator Susie Yi! This chapter book graphic novel series is perfect for fans of Catstronauts, Babymouse, and Catwad.Into the belly of the beast! After recovering the orbs of the Past and Present, Squash, Ginny, and the rest of the crew head to the zoo to secure the Orb of the Future from their greatest enemy yet: the Owl King. But their mission will be no easy feat. After all, the Owl King holds the Orb of the Future, which means he knows their next move even before they do. Their best plan of attack: to have no plan at all!Armed with nothing but their wits (and some snacks, of course) the Spirit Squad must find a way to rescue the third orb and restore the Staff of Knowledge. If not, the Spirit Realm, Human World, and the future of snacking all hang in the balance!

If one day buds bloom and birds chirp, and the next day a late snow falls from the sky, is it spring? Will it ever be spring? An evergreen, child-friendly picture book that explores themes of patience, hope, the seasons, and nature by the New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes.A flower in the garden down the street. Birds in the sky. Buds on the branches in the park. It must be spring.But wait! What is this icy gust of wind? Why are snowflakes falling from heavy gray clouds? Will it ever be spring? Yes, says the sun. Just be patient.Kevin Henkes, the #1 New York Times bestseller who has been awarded the Caldecott Medal, two Caldecott Honors, two Newbery Honors, two Geisel Honors, the Children's Literature Lecture Award, and Children's Literature Legacy Award, among numerous other honors, has created a masterful and classic picture book that combines an evocative call-and-response text with delicate and lovely illustrations. Readers will be left assured that the s

Learn what makes a good friend in this silly story about a girl and her disgruntled animal friends, perfect for fans of Peter Brown's You Will Be My Friend! "I am a good friend!" says the girl and she heads outside to play with her buddies--two squirrels, a snail, and three crows. It's a fun-filled day of games, picnicking, and storytelling, but is everyone having a good time? An unexpected turn of events suddenly challenges the girl to question if she's treating her friends the way they want to be treated. This funny and relatable picture book about growth mindset not only conveys the importance of being considerate and understanding of others' needs but also provides innumerable laughs with its depictions of a sweet, well-meaning little girl who loves her animal friends maybe a little too overzealously.

An approachable, everyday cookbook from the mother-daughter duo behind Crowded Kitchen. Do you struggle to put a meal together that the whole family will eat? Mother-daughter duo Beth and Lexi understand that struggle just too well. A down-to-earth guide for cooks of all levels and adaptable to all dietary preferences, their debut cookbook brings a collection of family-tested and social media-approved recipes from their crowded kitchen straight to yours. Whether you're cooking dinner with your family, hosting a cocktail night with your friends, or just need some culinary inspiration, this cookbook has you covered from drinks to dessert. Crowded Kitchen delivers 100+ recipes including refreshing cocktails, simple appetizers, hearty dinners, and indulgent desserts, each tied together with meal plans boasting the perfect pairings. Bring your loved ones around the table with flavorful meals made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. With simple and creative recipes like Berry Coconut Breakfast

THE MILLION-COPY INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER RETURNS WITH A GRIPPING, EDGE-OF-YOUR-SEAT SERIAL KILLER THRILLER. AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW! A face in the crowd. A killer in the shadows... ________ On the dark streets of Edinburgh, a killer is waiting. When a body is found, it is only the beginning. Soon there will be seven more. In the city's hospital, renowned surgeon Beth Waterfall is grieving. Her beloved only daughter fell prey to a vicious stalker a year previously - and now he's coming for her too. Edinburgh's police are desperate. After one body comes another, and then another. The brutal deaths are all seemingly unconnected, and yet DS Lively and forensic profiler Dr Connie Woolwine know they are dealing with a serial killer - they just need to prove it.But time is running out, and Beth Waterfall already looks set to be the next victim... The million-copy international bestseller returns with a gripping serial killer thriller that will have you hooked from the first page to the

Kin and kinship matter to us. We are social creatures and our kin or relatives are typically high on the list of those most important to us. Kin are those we care for and who care for us. Our family ties provide a sense of where and with whom we belong. Kin matters also impose boundaries on who we relate to and how, including in sexual and other intimate matters. The study of kinship has been a cornerstone of anthropology throughout its history, but kin matters matter beyond the confines of any academic discipline. Kin Matters: Relational Beings in the Fragile Sciences examines three related themes in the philosophy of anthropology concerning kin matters: the nature of relations, incest and its avoidance, and the study of kinship in cultural anthropology. It develops an integrative framework for thinking about kin matters recognizing that that there should be much more fluidity between the cognitive, biological, and social sciences--the fragile sciences--than one typically finds both i

Through its balanced, inclusive approach, Of the People reveals the compelling story of American democracy from an individual perspective, from across the landscapes of diverse communities, and ultimately from within the larger context of the world.

An introductory review of electric energy using examples, numerical calculations and theory to describe the basic elements of the field. Coverage includes electric infrastructure, the grid, system operations, renewable energy, alternating current circuits, three-phase power, power electronics, blackouts and future power systems.

Music is a complex creative process involving many individuals, from performers to improvisers to composers to listeners and beyond. Yet, music analysis has often focused on individual composers' processes, much to the exclusion of a myriad of other activities that occur during the music making process. Making Music Together offers an interactive turn for music analysis, one that acknowledges the deeply collaborative creativity at the center of all music making. This perspective, fresh and novel in its approach, affords a more inclusive and expansive view of music analysis. It enables an understanding of the numerous kinds of interactions that take place in music-making contexts: interactions between musicians, between performers and their instruments, between musicians and dancers, between musicians and machines, and much more. This book engages a diverse breadth of musical styles, including Western Euroclassical musics, collaborative improvisations in jazz and free genres, and a rang

The time-tested, most popular board prep resource―updated to reflect the newest Step 1 examFirst Aid for the USMLE(R) Step 1 is a veritable blueprint for preparing for this critical exam, revealing all the content you will encounter on test day. This unmatched text is written by carefully chosen students who excelled on the Step 1 exam and reviewed by top faculty―ensuring the content is relevant, high-yield, and accurate. The book is organized and formatted in ways that help you easily home in on the most important content.The new edition of First Aid for the USMLE(R) Step 1 is filled with over 1,000 color clinical images, including more depicting diverse patients; 1,300+ high-yield facts and mnemonics, organized by basic principles and organ system; and invaluable test-taking advice. There's a reason for the longstanding success of First Aid for the USMLE(R) Step 1. Once you open the 2026 edition, you'll instantly understand why it's a resource you can't be without!

★ 社會歷史與娛樂文化的精彩交會★ 用最有趣的方式學懂力學與工程原理★ 從特許市集到主題樂園的創新進化史★ 色彩繽紛、設計感十足的典藏級知識圖文書遊樂園從來不只是玩樂。本書帶讀者回到英國中世紀的「特許市集」，看見最早的移動遊樂設施如何誕生；走進維多利亞時代蒸汽引擎轟鳴的年代；再到美國Coney Island的黃金歲月，以及Disneyland開創主題樂園新紀元的時刻。作者 Andrew Smith 以機械工程專業背景，深入淺出說明蒸汽機如何運作、離心力如何影響摩天輪運行、重力與位能如何讓雲霄飛車飛馳。科學不再抽象，而是化為真實可感的刺激體驗。插畫家 Anne Roos Kleiss（Roozeboos）以明亮飽滿的色彩與充滿動感的線條，重現遊樂園的熱鬧氛圍。這不只是一本歷史書或科學書，而是一張全票通行證——帶孩子理解人類如何用創意與工程，把夢想變成尖叫聲。Hold on tight and enjoy the thrills and spills of fairgrounds through the ages!Step right up for an all-access pass to the past, present, and pulse-pounding mechanics of the fairground! This book uncovers the rich history behind theme parks – from the Charter fairs of medieval England to the grand spectacles of Victorian steam-powered rides, through to the wild days of Coney Island and the opening of Disneyland. Meet the inventors and dreamers who applied the forces of physics to create heart-stopping thrills.The science of fairground rides is illuminated with clear explanations of how a steam engine works, fo

First published in 1997, Manufacturing Religion was a controversial book because it critiqued a widely adopted style of scholarship that presumes that religion is utterly unique, inexplicable, and therefore able only to be interpreted by privileged scholars. Claiming religion to be sui generis (or self-caused), this approach has undisclosed practical effects--institutional and geo-political--at a variety of sites, from the types of textbooks commonly used in introductory classes to the way that political events are often represented in the mass media. Russell McCutcheon documented the ubiquity of this approach and showed how harmful it was Updating its wide-ranging evidence and adding new chapters, this new edition demonstrates the impact of this critique while showing how little the field has generally moved in the past thirty years.

A fiercely intelligent and moving second novel from the author of the acclaimed The Wilderness.FROM THE AUTHOR OF 2024 BOOKER PRIZE WINNING ORBITALLeonard is alone and rootless, returning to London after his father's death.He moves in with his distant brother William and his family, hoping to renew their friendship but learning to drop his expectations of brotherhood. William is a former lecturer and activist who now runs informal meetings with ex-students. He is defiantly unworldly and forever questioning.When a young student follows William's arguments to a shocking conclusion, it appears William has already set his own fate in motion. Against a backdrop of tabloid frenzy, Leonard can only watch as William embraces the danger in the only way he knows how, which threatens to consume not only himself, but his entire family.*cover may vary*'Profoundly beautiful' DAILY TELEGRAPH‘Graceful and unhurried, full of sharp observation and moments of subtly understated pathos’ GUARDIAN

A FORGOTTEN EGYPTIAN GODDESS. A FAMILY IN DANGER. Victorian Egyptologist Clemmie’s dark talents have torn her family apart. Now she has one chance to atone for the past.‘Brilliant… I loved it.’ Santa MontefioreA FORGOTTEN EGYPTIAN GODDESS. A FAMILY IN DANGER.Victorian Egyptologist Clemmie’s dark talents have torn her family apart. Now she has one chance to atone for the past.Clemmie’s gift for reading hieroglyphs shines at the Egyptian relic parties which have made her father the toast of Victorian society. But at one party, the words she interprets from an unusual amulet strike fear into her heart. The childhood game she used to play about the immortal sisters, Isis and Nephthys, takes on a devastating resonance and it is only by following Nephthys' story back to Egypt that she can undo the mistakes of the past.‘An irresistible page-turner’ Susan Stokes-Chapman, author Pandora‘An intoxicating tale of adventure and obsession’ Emilia Hart, author of Weyward‘A joy of a book’ Fiza Saeed M

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A powerful debut novel charting the faultlines that open in a farming family in North Wales as they wait for their son to return from the Iraq War'Beautiful and unflinching, Cloudless is a phenomenal debut' ANNA HOPE, author of Albion‘Attends to the bonds we have to family, landscape, global politics with uncommon attention, extraordinary depth and lightness of touch’ ELIZABETH O'CONNOR, author of Whale FallIt is autumn 2004 and in a farmhouse on the hills outside Llandudno, Catrin and John endure the agonizing wait for their older son to return from Iraq. His decision to join up has left them reeling, yet there are other battles at home: the working of the land that has been theirs for generations and what to do with their troubled younger son.Catrin’s childhood sweetheart comes back to their small town, forcing the boys’ doting mother to confront the life she might have had. And John, desperate to keep farm and family together, turns to ever riskier methods to stay afloat.As each mem

Discover just how delightfully disgusting our universe really is with this brilliant book, packed with mind-blowing facts.Get ready to discover just how delightfully disgusting our universe really is with this brilliant book packed with mind-blowing facts.*Over the course of your life, you will drool enough to fill two swimming pools*Whales do 974 litres of pee into the ocean every day*There’s a robot designed to projectile vomit*Did you know there’s poop on the moon?Learn the foulest facts about space, Earth, humans, animals and science – and discover why the world is even more revolting than you think.