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A plucky young goatkeeper sets out on a misadventurous rescue mission in this uproarious debut novel with premium hardcover features, perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo and Lemony Snicket.In a kingdom ruled by a capricious king, the castle rests on the backs of twenty-four goats, and the welfare of those goats rests on the back of a girl called Bernadette. So when one goat escapes, it’s up to her—with the help of a very forgetful wizard and a Boat That Does Not Grant Wishes—to bring it back safely.Her task may be straightforward, but this book is anything but. Like a swirling herd of restless goats, the chapters are all out of order. The ending may prove to have been the beginning all along. All the while, the author of Bernadette’s saga—a character himself—hurries to write her a resolution, with very mixed results. And if you’re feeling lost, don’t worry; the story has twenty-four morals, of varying advisability, to edify you along the way. Award-winning picture book author and illust

Unlock market-beating strategies with insights from a bestselling author and top-performing fund manager In the ever-evolving world of stock market investing, advice that not only works but consistently outperforms the market is the proverbial needle in a haystack. Joel Greenblatt, a veteran fund manager and bestselling author, has been that rare source of wisdom for almost half-a-million investors worldwide. With the third edition of The Little Book that Still Beats the Market, Greenblatt returns to guide both professional and individual investors through the intricacies of successful investing.This latest revision isn't just a rehash of old ideas. Greenblatt has meticulously updated and expanded upon the research, data, and analysis that propelled previous editions to bestseller status. He offers fresh insights into the stock market's recent developments, evaluating how time-tested value investing strategies have weathered these changes.In the book, you'll find: The author's Magic Fo

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A bold, urgent appeal from the acclaimed columnist and political commentator, addressing one of the most important issues of our time“At this painful moment, Peter Beinart’s voice is more vital than ever. His reach is broad—from the tragedy of today’s Middle East to the South Africa he knows well to events centuries ago—his scholarship is deep, and his heart is big. This book is not just about being Jewish in the shadow of today’s war, but about being a person who cares for justice.” —Adam Hochschild, author of American Midnight and King Leopold’s GhostIn Peter Beinart’s view, one story dominates Jewish communal life: that of persecution and victimhood. It is a story that erases much of the nuance of Jewish religious tradition and warps our understanding of Israel and Palestine. After Gaza, where Jewish texts, history, and language have been deployed to justify mass slaughter and starvation, Beinart argues, Jews must tell a ne

From Noemi Vola, creator of The Unfortunate Life of Worms, comes a powerful story about the limits of no and the possibilities of yes.Right in the middle of whatever Spider is doing—brushing his teeth, reading a book, or watching a storm—he thinks of Frog. The strange thing is, Frog isn’t even nice. On the contrary, she’s quite rude. She never suggests going for a walk, never cares if anyone is hot or cold, and, most of all, she always says NO. And she there are all kinds of NOs:the big NO,the small NO,the baffling NO,the mysterious NO,and sometimes even the repeated NO, NO, NO.Spider keeps all these NOs tangled in his web, but when a storm sweeps everything away, it brings a new friend who helps him discover the value of YES.

For gerontologists, internal medicine physicians, family doctors, and geriatric nurse practitioners, Brocklehurst's Textbook of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology has been the internationally renowned, go-to reference for expert guidance regarding geriatric care. Now fully revised and updated, the Nineth Edition continues the tradition of excellence to help you meet the unique needs of this growing patient population. Offering practical coverage of gerontology, disease-specific geriatrics, and complex syndromes specific to older adults, Brocklehurst's provides a contemporary, distinctive perspective on geriatric medicine: prevent the preventable, treat the treatable, and care for the carer.Provides consistent discussions of clinical manifestations, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and more that make reference quick and easyCovers how to balance achievable treatments with the duty not to harmOffers expanded and updated coverage of Biological Gerontology, Geriatric Oncology, Acute Geria

NOW A #1 SERIES ON PRIME VIDEO STARRING ALDIS HODGEDetective Alex Cross's niece is missing. Cross fears the disappearance could be linked to a string of recent abductions and murders that are terrorising the US. Two killers, operating on opposite sides of the country, are collaborating and competing to commit increasingly horrific crimes.If he's to rescue his niece, Cross must hunt down these two brutal masterminds. All the while, countless lives hang in the balance. ----------------------------------------PRAISE FOR THE ALEX CROSS SERIES'Alex Cross is a legend' Harlan Coben'A character for the ages' Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child'Alex Cross...only gets better and better' Lisa Scottoline'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades. The Alex Cross series proves it' Lee Child

Hilarious chapter books about animals with jobs, clothes and superpowers! Highly illustrated in black and white and perfect for fans of the movies Sing and Zootropolis!Bob and Archie are two hapless but enthusiastic koalas who are just getting to grips with their new superpowers. Their archenemy is Dr Colossus, a giant ostrich with grand plans to destroy Pawtonia with the help of his Zombie Chickens!Can our furry heroes thwart the feathered supervillain? Definitely, maybe…

本套組集結 Numberblocks、Alphablocks、Colourblocks 三大人氣角色，設計兼具學習與遊戲元素。孩子可以在角色陪伴下練習數數、學習拼音與聲音辨識，並認識常見顏色。套裝內容包括三本練習冊、超過 150 張貼紙、一張海報與身高表，還附有可反覆使用的練習單與專用筆，透過擦寫功能讓孩子能不斷練習。整體設計鮮明有趣，讓孩子在操作中培養專注力與基礎技能。這套產品適合學齡前至小學初階的孩子，既能啟蒙學習，也能增添親子互動的樂趣。亮點三大 Blocks 角色陪伴，提升學習興趣涵蓋數字、語音、顏色等基礎能力附 150+ 貼紙、海報、身高表擦寫式練習單，可重複使用Learn, play and explore with the Numberblocks, Alphablocks and Colourblocks. Practise counting in order, making and reading simple sounds, recognising key colours and more – all with the help of your Blocks friends! The set includes 3 workbooks, over 150 stickers, a poster, a height chart, a pen and 3 worksheets that can be used over and over again thanks to the play set’s wipe-clean plastic front.

暑假將至，PAWS團隊準備好好放鬆一下。當海瑟接到幫忙照顧兩隻貓咪的機會，她決定獨自接下挑戰，想證明自己有能力獨當一面。但照顧動物沒想像中簡單，麻煩接連上門。她能否在困境中挺身而出，或是學會接受朋友的幫助呢？An adorable graphic novel series about best friends, cute animals, and all the fun (and trouble) that comes with them. This funny and heartwarming series is The Baby-Sitters Club for pets - and perfect for 8+ fans of Roller Girl and Lottie Brooks. Summer break is just around the corner, and the PAWS team are looking forward to kicking back and taking it easy!When the opportunity to cat-sit two new fur babies arises, Hazel jumps at the chance.Their new client's house is even wheelchair accessible! But when everyone's hectic summer plans mean she would have to take on the job alone, Hazel knows her overprotective mother would never approve. On the other hand, managing this could prove that she’s more capable than her mom thinks . .. so maybe what she doesn’t know, won’t hurt . .. ? It's worth a try!But turns out juggling multiple cats and dogs by yourself isn't super easy. When trouble

An electrifying, propulsive novel about the rise and fall of a controversial beauty mogul and the moral gray areas at the intersections of beauty, power, and ambitionIt’s 2015 and Maxine Thomas, the founder and creative director of the cult makeup company Reveal, has just been suspended by her own Board for a scandalous transgression. Housebound in her New York City apartment, where she awaits the verdict on her future, Max recounts her version of the events that have brought her to this moment.From her start as a precocious suburban child in the eighties to her decades as a workaholic visionary, Max proselytizes a sheer, dewy look—cosmetics through a female gaze—all while battling sexist investors, the whiplash of cultural change, and the mounting pressure to keep her sexuality a secret. But when Max’s story catches up to her present, she must contend with the cost of true transparency.Told over nine intense days yet spanning a lifetime,Sheeris a gripping, incisive, and provocative ta

“Wholly original and truly surprising,Scavengersis an ode to revisitation and reinvention, proving that changing your views of other people is the only way to change yourself. This is a desert rose of a debut.”—Courtney Maum, author ofTouchandCostalegreHacksmeets Rebecca Makkai in this rollicking novel about acautious daughter and her eccentric, estranged mother venturing west in search of buried treasure—and a way back to each other—before they run out of patience, money, and optionsAfter being fired for taking an uncharacteristic risk at her commodities trading job, Bea Macon sublets her New York apartment and books a one-way ticket to stay with her mother, Christy, a free spirit who has been living in Salt Lake City on Bea's dime.Usually the responsible one, Bea isn't about to admit exactly why she's suddenly decided to visit, but she isn’t the only one keeping secrets: Christy has a man. She has a map. She has... a username on a forum devoted to unearthing $1 million in buried trea

An approachable, expert-fueled guide to dealing with the legal, financial, and logistical hurdles of parent death—without losing your sense of humor.Whether you’ve recently lost a parent or are just trying to plan for the toughest day of your life so far, you’re probably experiencing a lot of dizzying emotions. Unfortunately, our legal and financial systems don’t care about your feelings. Whether you’re holding it together or falling apart, you are going to need to enter an overwhelming labyrinth of paperwork and bureaucracy.But you don’t have to do it alone.After losing both parents, Becky Robison devoted herself to making death and post-death logistics easier on others—reading up on estate law, becoming a trained death doula, and starting her website DeadParentsWhatNow.com. She draws on her own experience, plus interviews with experts from monument makers to morticians, to hold your hand through:Asking your parents about their end-of-life wishes while you canGetting a body buried, cr

THE BESTSELLING BUSINESS CLASSIC TRUSTED BY SUCCESSFUL LEADERS ALL OVER THE WORLD Command attention, charm your superiors, and win people over wherever you go. How to Win Friends and Influence People has helped thousands of readers gain self-confidence and unlock life-changing opportunities--and now, it's your turn. Master the fine art of communication, express your most important ideas, and create genuine impact with the help of international bestselling author Dale Carnegie. Written in his trademark conversational style, this book illustrates time-tested techniques through engaging anecdotes and events from the lives of legendary orators, historical figures, and successful leaders. Full of timeless wisdom and sage advice, this practical handbook on human relations will equip you to navigate the treacherous waters of interpersonal relationships in both business and social settings. Now you too can unearth your true potential, forge long-lasting relationships, and discover How to Win F

目前，Web前端開發技術已經成為21世紀高等學校學生及信息技術和數字技術從業人員跨入互聯網世界最基礎的入門技術。《HTML+CSS+JavaScript網頁設計與佈局實用教程(第3版)(微課版)》緊扣互聯網行業發展對Web前端開發工程師職業的新要求，結合多年來各高校教學的反饋意見，對相關標記語法和示範案例進行更新與補充。《HTML+CSS+JavaScript網頁設計與佈局實用教程(第3版)(微課版)》共17章，引導讀者從零開始，一步步掌握網頁設計與佈局的全過程。《HTML+CSS+JavaScript網頁設計與佈局實用教程(第3版)(微課版)》緊密圍繞網頁設計師在製作網頁過程中實際需要掌握的技術，全面介紹了使用HTML、CSS、JavaScript進行網頁設計和佈局的內容及技巧。《HTML+CSS+JavaScript網頁設計與佈局實用教程(第3版)(微課版)》不是單純講解語法，而是通過一個個典型的實戰案例來達到讓讀者學以致用的目的。每個語法都有相應的實例。每章後面又配有綜合實例，同時配有習題，力求達到理論知識與實踐操作完美結合的效果。《HTML+CSS+JavaScript網頁設計與佈局實用教程(第3版)(微課版)》可作為普通高校計算機科學與技術、軟件工程、信息管理與信息系統、網絡工程、物聯網工程、信息與計算科學、數字媒體技術、數據科學與大數據技術及其他文、理科相關專業的教材，並可供從事網頁設計與製作、網站開發及網頁編程等工作的人員參考。

本書針對Web前端開發工程師所需技能，從零開始逐步引導讀者掌握JavaScript的核心知識和應用技巧。內容涵蓋了JavaScript的各個方面，包括但不限於ECMAScript標準、文檔對象模型(DOM)編程以及瀏覽器對象模型(BOM)編程。 本書在教學方法上恪守循序漸進的原則，將知識點講解、技能訓練與能力提升有機結合，以實際工作任務為核心，科學地篩選和組織專業知識體系。為此，本書精心規劃了七個項目，使讀者在實踐過程中，既能扎實掌握JavaScript知識體系，又能積累豐富的項目經驗，切實提升解決實際問題的能力，逐步成長為優秀的Web前端開發工程師。 本書由瀘州職業技術學院與中慧雲啟科技集團有限公司聯合開發，可作為高等院校、高等職業院校相關專業課程的教材，也可作為社會培訓機構或繼續教育學院前端開發培訓的教材及Web開發人員的參考資料，或JavaScript學習者的入門讀物。

Protein Immobilization on Nanomaterials explores advanced technologies and methodologies for immobilizing proteins on nanomaterial surfaces, highlighting their innovative applications in biotechnology, medicine, and materials engineering. This comprehensive resource is designed to educate researchers and practitioners on the latest techniques and advances in this rapidly evolving field. The book delves into various methods of protein immobilization, including physical adsorption, covalent binding, and encapsulation, providing detailed explanations and practical examples. It also covers the characterization of protein-nanomaterial conjugates using advanced analytical techniques such as spectroscopy and microscopy. Key topics include the use of protein-nanomaterial conjugates in biosensors, diagnostic devices, drug delivery systems, and environmental monitoring. With contributions from leading experts, the book presents colorful figures and practical examples to facilitate the understand

A Practical Approach to Trauma: Empowering Interventions helps clinicians develop effective therapeutic skills and provides guidelines for delivering trauma-focused and empowering interventions. Taking a practitioner's perspective, Priscilla Dass-Brailsford focuses on practical application to increase clinical understanding of extreme stress and violence. The psychological and behavioral consequences of trauma are viewed as expressions of pain and efforts to cope with unacceptable environmental demands and stressors. Responses to traumatic experiences are not necessarily viewed as pathological but instead grounded in cultural systems of meaning-making. Dass-Brailsford discusses how the practitioner's responsibility is to locate and utilize the strength and resilience inherent within individuals, families, and communities impacted by trauma to empower them toward healing and recovery. The author's practical, skill-building approach is taken from her many years of working in the trauma f

The field of forensic psychology has traditionally been associated largely with forensic mental health evaluations prepared for consideration by courts and other entities, and far less attention has been paid to the development and dissemination of services and interventions that may be informed by such assessments. As a result, the majority of practitioners do not know how to go about pursuing such professional opportunities. Responding to this need for more community-based services for justice-involved individuals and the lack of coordination, The Path Forward presents a detailed survey of different focus areas of professional forensic practice within community settings. These projects and psychological services are creative, expand boundaries, and offer a roadmap and a vision for the future of these areas as well as broadening awareness of what these services and projects are actually providing. Covering the domains of assessment, intervention, consultation, and education, and writt

Build, explore, and crochet 20 crafts inspired by the expansive world ofMinecraft!Minecraft: The Official Crochet Bookbrings the adventuring and creative elements of Minecraft out of the game and into your home! With a collection of 20 official patterns and full-color photography for wearable art (hats, scarves, blankets), decor, and amigurumi, this book features projects and patterns for every skill level, and a wide range of stitches and techniques featuring yarn expertly matched to the colorful world ofMinecraft.This deluxe, hardcover book ofMinecraftcrochet patterns and instructions gives players the chance to craft and create items inspired by iconic skins, mobs, weapons, and blocks in this playful and popular style.Minecraftis not just a game—it’s now a part of your home!PERFECT FOR EVERY SKILL LEVEL:These easy to follow, step-by-step instructions with charts and schematics will help you successfully craft items based on your favorite skins and mobs, such as Alex, Steve, and many

The classic work that has shaped the field of biomedical ethics, fully updated to include cutting-edge approaches and research. Principles of Biomedical Ethics provides a highly original, insightful, and practical guide to morality in the health professions, health policy, and public health. Acclaimed authors Tom L. Beauchamp and James F. Childress thoroughly develop and advocate for four principles that lie at the core of moral reasoning in health care: respect for autonomy, nonmaleficence, beneficence, and justice. Drawing from contemporary research - and integrating detailed case studies and vivid real-life examples and scenarios - they demonstrate how these prima facie principles can be used to address various conflicts and dilemmas, from how to deliver bad news to the decision to withhold or withdraw life-sustaining treatments.Ideal for courses in biomedical ethics, bioethics, and health care ethics, the text is enhanced by hundreds of annotated citations, along with key terms and

Authoritative and accessible, Smith & Wood's Employment Law provides detailed and lucid coverage of the core areas and key case law. Critical analysis combined with discussion of contextual knowledge engages students and helps them to develop a well-rounded and intricate understanding of the subject.

The Bible tells its story about leaders and leadership in terms of three socio-political axes: by domain (familial and public); by gender (male and female); and by position (socio-political heads such as warriors and kings versus intermediaries such as prophets and diviners). The Bible only rarely idealizes Israel's leaders, such as Moses and David. Instead, it emphasizes the impact of the family on both family leaders and public leaders. This book initially focuses on Genesis, with a look at a major moment in the life of three great family ancestors: Abraham, Rebecca and Jacob. The second part of the book focuses on public leaders, particularly prophets, warriors and kings and the parallels between warrior commissions and stories of prophetic calls that suggest an interconnected literary relationship. Finally, the book highlights four features that inform the stories discussed in this book: authorship, attractiveness, authority, and anonymity. Profiles in Family and Public Leadership

The Bhagavad Gita is a philosophical and spiritual poem about truth, duty, good actions and the purpose of life. This book collates the wisdom it offers and applies it to contemporary life and work offering lessons on how to foster excellence and fulfilment in today's competitive world. The corporate world and the contemporary society focus on winning, per□forming and developing a competitive edge. Gita for Work and Life offers readers a deeper philosophical understanding of the interconnectedness of all beings, the importance of self-reflection and improvement, purpose, duty, morality, equanimity and peace. These guiding principles provided by Krishna to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita are meant to rekindle the dormant human spirit and inspire the reader to elevate their understanding of the mind and soul and how these relate to their work. The book explores themes such as depression management, realised action, knowing oneself, work and fulfilment, balance and discipline, material

A shapes adventure you WON'T want to miss from Mo Willems Workshop.The Pigeon won't play with shapes, and here's why:Circles. They're pointless.Triangles. Too pointy.Squares? Boring.Rectangle? Long and boring.Do YOU think The Pigeon will play with shapes?From Mo Willems Workshop comes this funny and engaging early-learning concept board book all about shapes, with touch-and-trace features throughout. The Pigeon WON'T Play With Shapes! is part of a collection of original board books featuring The Pigeon, ideal for babies, toddlers, and fans of the picture book series.

'Masterful reporting. As riveting as any thriller' SETH HARP'Cinematic, suspenseful, totally immersive' ZOE SCHLANGERThe explosive true story of a secret group of radicals who launched a clandestine battle to save the planet - and what their legacy illuminates about the past, present, and future of the environmental movement.

When Kiss Me, Kate premiered in its first try-out performance, its future was anything but certain. Conceived and staged in just nine months of intense, sometimes chaotic collaboration, the show was a bold experiment: a backstage musical built around a Shakespearean comedy. But once the reviews rolled in, all doubts vanished. The production was a triumph, becoming the most successful stage work of both Cole Porter and the writing duo Sam and Bella Spewack. Yet Kiss Me, Kate has never been without controversy. At its heart, the show is a backstage comedy built around a play-within-a-play adaptation of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. That choice has long invited scrutiny. From its earliest performances to its most recent revivals, Kiss Me, Kate has sparked discussion about adaptation, gender politics, and the evolving tastes of audiences. From its 1948 debut to its 75th anniversary revival, the musical has been both celebrated and critiqued, reflecting shifting cultural attitudes

Practice-based evidence refers to research findings derived from clinical routine. As a complementary paradigm to randomized clinical trials, this evidence is collected through practice-oriented research with the goals of describing how mental health services are utilized and implemented, understanding how these services work or fail to work, and providing ways to improve practice. In contrast to traditional trials, practice-oriented research does not impose researcher-driven restrictions or prescriptions to clinical practice, which, for many practitioners, make research irrelevant to their work. By investigating psychological therapies as they are actually conducted in naturalistic settings, practice-oriented research stands as a strategy to foster a seamless integration between science and practice. In Practice-Based Evidence in the Psychological Therapies, practice-oriented researchers from different parts of the world and across a variety of clinical settings describe what led them

Via a diverse collection of essays in the history of art of the Americas, this book explores the cultural, political and environmental legacy of bananas from viceregal painting and 19th century photography to contemporary Latinx and Caribbean Art.Through sixteen original essays by leading art historians, this anthology traces the banana's remarkable journey from colonial still lifes to contemporary installations. The collection examines how artists have deployed this tropical fruit to challenge imperial narratives, visualize labor struggles, and reclaim cultural identities. Expanding on the award-winning digital humanities project Banana Craze, this volume presents a comprehensive analysis of banana imagery across diverse media--religious murals, archival photographs, avant-garde paintings, and performance art. Each chapter illuminates how artists from Latin America, the Caribbean, and their diasporas have transformed this ubiquitous commodity into a complex visual metaphor that speaks

In this issue of Hand Clinics, guest editors Drs. Nina Suh and Kevin C. Chung bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Hand and Wrist Arthritis in the Young Patient: Options, Considerations, and Technical Tricks. Wrist arthritis in young patients is one of the most challenging and controversial pathologies in the field of hand surgery, particularly in patients with high-demand recreational and professional activities. In this issue, top experts review treatment considerations in these young, high-demand patients, including the critical preoperative decision of which joints are spared.Contains 12 relevant, practice-oriented topics including wrist anatomy; wrist biomechanics and carpal theories; wrist denervation: total vs. partial; radial styloidectomy: open vs. arthroscopic; four corner/three corner fusions: open vs. arthroscopic; proximal row carpectomy: open vs. arthroscopic; hemiarthroplasty; total wrist arthroplasty; and moreProvides in-depth clinical reviews on hand and

A magical stone, one impulsive kid, and total chaos. This laugh-out-loud, full-color graphic novel is perfect for readers who love comics and adventure! When Lucas uses the magical, wish-granting Gloom Stone on his 13th birthday, he thinks he's hit the jackpot. Wishes? Granted. Problems? Solved. Life? Perfect. Except . . . maybe not. Between a climate crusader best friend, a stuffed animal who won't zip it, a never-ending wishlist that spirals wildly out of control, and a time traveling great-great-great-great-grandfather with a thirst for revenge, Lucas quickly learns getting everything you want isn't all it's cracked up to be. Magic, mayhem, and a whole lot of missteps collide in this hilarious and heartfelt graphic novel about growing up, messing up, and figuring it out, one wish at a time. This epic, full-color comic adventure makes a great gift for avid and reluctant readers! Originally published in French, the English edition of the book combines both tales in the Atomic Lucas se

History of Universities: XXXVIII/2 contains the customary mix of learned articles and book reviews which makes this publication an indispensable tool for the historian of higher education.

Dribbling Divides: Football, Islam, and Identity offers a compelling view of how global football intersects with Muslim identity, faith, and politics in an era shaped by migration, digital media, and rising populism. Drawing from rich case studies of elite Muslim footballers, this book examines how players navigate racism, Islamophobia, and national belonging while maintaining visible piety and engaging in activism. From fasting on match days to taking public stands on global Muslim issues, these athletes challenge dominant narratives about loyalty, integration, and modernity. Sociologist Kamaludeen Nasir brings a unique perspective as both a football fan and a scholar, offering insights into the lived realities of Muslim players in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. He unpacks how club ownership, digital performance, gender politics, and faith-based practices shape the contemporary sporting landscape. By shifting the analytical gaze from fans to players, Dribbling Divides invites re

The seventh atmospheric crime thriller in the Daniel Leicester series, set in the beautiful region of Puglia in the south of Italy. Perfect for fans of Donna Leon, Michael Dibdin and Philip Gwynne Jones.

Pierre Sokolsky provides a history of knowledge of the Sun through the lens of sunspots and the solar cycle, shedding new light on key discoveries and the people who made them.

The Mittag-Leffler and Gamma Function targets the mathematical properties of the Mittag-Leffler function and the Gamma function in easy-to-understand language.

Make Believe is a book for adults about books for children, a rallying cry for art and imagination, and a celebration of the power of storytelling in all our lives. Mac Barnett, the beloved, bestselling children's author and U.S. National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, urges us to think expansively about the potential of children's books-and the particular brilliance of young readers: What if children are a great audience for art? What if they are in fact better equipped to engage deeply with stories than adults? What if humans' ability to appreciate art is, if not innate, awakened early in childhood? Well, then we'd better do our best to make some good kids' books.Barnett has published more than 60 children's books, which have been translated into 30+ languages and have sold more than 5 million copies worldwide, winning many international prizes along the way. Make Believe is his incisive, intimate, and timely invitation to approach children's literature not only as an art

One of three surviving collections of Latin bucolic poetry, the seven Eclogues transmitted under the name of Calpurnius Siculus are generally assigned to the reign of Nero, although the debate on dating continues, with proposals ranging between the later first and third centuries CE. Calpurnius follows Vergil's Eclogues as his main model, but reaches back to Theocritus for additional pastoral features, and the poems show the influences of later works of Vergil, Ovid, and other elegists. Two factors have made Calpurnius a "marginal" poet: the collection's lack of historical context and the status of bucolic poetry as a minor, discontinuous genre. This literary study embraces these factors as an opportunity for a de-historicized reading of Calpurnius by interpreting the poems closely and within the context of the bucolic tradition but without reference to any kind of contemporary context. In doing so, Yelena Baraz explores questions about the working of tradition in Latin poetry, but als