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A special limited 50th anniversary edition of an Ian Fairweather classic, this is his iconic translation of an ancient Chinese novel, illustrated with his paintings. Fairweather was fascinated by Chin

Prophecies and Providence sheds light on modern Jewish history with a particular focus on macro-events of the Middle East. The book follows a chronological order, moving from the early days of the Zio

Written both for veteran train travelers and those considering their first rail journey, this guide book will make any trip smoother and more enjoyable with its insightful travel trips and lots of inf

In her first collection, Frances Samuel leads us into the lives of characters we have not met before in New Zealand poetry. A man with a snorkel trawls fountains for coins; a vending machine produces

Senior university and college students often find themselves presented with a dramatic new challenge: the task of writing their first thesis. What is expected? What should the thesis consist of? How c

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There's no need to add a border once you've completed your design because the border gets stitched as you go using this book. This wonderful manual includes 25 swatches with different borders. Some of

The Helianx Proposition, a bardic literary work with exquisite fine-art illustration, is a modern-day creation myth that explores the deeper symbolic meaning of the legend of the Garden of Eden. This

With time travel and mysteries that need solving, the Galactic Academy of Science (G.A.S.) series instructs readers on how to think like scientists. Under the guidance of a Dude or Dudette from the future, the middle school characters are faced with treacherous, present-day crimes that require a historical knowledge of science in order to be solved. From investigating problems to analyzing data and constructing explanations and solutions, this series blends elements of sci-fi with educational methods that distill the key thinking habits of scientists and engineers.An adventure that investigates the causes and consequences of climate changeSomething strange is going on during Anita and Benson’s field trip to a greenhouse as their guide is making wild claims about carbon dioxide and their science teacher, Mr. Fazmel, has mysteriously disappeared. That’s when Quarkum Phonon, a Dude from the future, sends Anita and Benson on a Galactic Academy of Science mission to learn about the origins

This wedding-planning resource is filled with gorgeous images to inspire brides by showcasing the cutting-edge vendors and naturally beautiful locales of the South. Key Carolina-based vendors—such as

An intriguing book that interweaves anthropological evidence with Inuit traditional knowledge Tuniit: Mysterious Folk of the Arctic introduces young readers to the huge, shy, powerful, ingenious race

After 20 major league seasons—all with the New York Yankees—Derek Jeter is hanging up his spikes at the conclusion of the 2014 campaign. The Yankees’ captain since 2003, the shortstop is considered th

The works of poet Catullus have long been a companion for both lovers and those whom love has disappointed. He is also a satirical and epigrammatic writer who savagely consoles with laughter. Carmina

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L. Frank Baum's classic tale of Dorothy, retold for a younger readers Dorothy is a young girl who lives with her aunt and uncle on a farm in Kansas. She and her dog, Toto, are picked up by a sudden to

Readers will discover the vibrant natural life of Nunavut with this richly visual guide to the diverse bird populations of the Arctic. This book pairs beautiful photographs with detailed information o

Hempcrete is a building material with excellent properties. It’s made from lime and hemp shivs (a waste product from hemp fiber growing); it can be used for walls, floors, and for roof insulation; it’

Hempcrete is a building material with excellent properties. It’s made from lime and hemp shivs (a waste product from hemp fiber growing); it can be used for walls, floors, and for roof insulation; it’

When Anne Else married at the age of 19, she had never cooked a meal, despite having grown up above a grocery shop. That shaky start notwithstanding, she went on to become an enthusiastic cook—with a

A spin off of the Dream Baby Guide with all the information parents and caregivers need to help their babies sleep well in a simple, straightforward, shorter formatSheyne Rowley is known as a baby whi

A lyrical lullaby imbued with traditional Inuit beliefs This bedtime poem, written by internationally acclaimed Inuit throat singer Celina Kalluk, describes the gifts bestowed upon a newborn baby by

With inspiration drawn from the author’s love of nature, a theme that lends itself well to cross stitching and embroidery, this guidebook includes dozens of motifs of birds, flowers, and simple heart

Both wild and dynamic in its flair and vision, this collection of poetry maps the songlines—the poemlines—of an Australia scarred by invasion and injustice, yet brims with the vital energies of creati

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David Hartsough knows how to get in the way. He has used his body to block Navy ships headed for Vietnam and trains loaded with munitions on their way to El Salvador and Nicaragua. He has crossed bord

An evocative journey into the heart and culture of the real Sri Lanka with beautifully photographed cooking and heartwarming stories Divided into geographical regions, this stunning book, beautifully

Retold for younger readers, Daniel Defoe's classic adventure novel is based on the true story of a Scotsman who was left on a desert island after a quarrel with the captain of his ship Shipwrecked and

Vladimir Lucien is a young poet with so many gifts; his poetry is intelligent, musical, gritty in observation, graceful in method. His poems contain stories of ancestors, immediate family, the history

Link your IBM i system to the modern business server world! This book presents easier and more flexible ways to get data into your IBM i system, along with rather surprising methods to export and pres

Addressing simple yet powerfully effective methods of self-defense, this guide teaches how to best deal with dangerous situations. With detailed photo sequences, helpful captions, and clear illustrati

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Do you like to decorate your family home, make unique creations for your Christmas tree and surprise your family and friends with hand-made gifts? This is the book for you! InAmigurumi Winter Wonderla

Playing House, the debut collection of poetry from Katherine Stansfield, features a concise wit, a distinct voice, and an unsettling view of the domestic with ordinary subjects viewed through the auth

This novel of international espionage begins with a bizarre terrorist attack meant to discredit a secret society that has been attempting to steer historical events for more than a century. Jack Drisc

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The 60th birthday of the Royal New Zealand Ballet is a triumph for the vision of Poul Gnatt who, in 1953, led a troupe of dancers traveling the length and breadth of the country. This book, with more

"Looking back on a memorable career, Darren McCarty recounts his time as one of the most visible and beloved members of the Detroit Red Wings as well as his personal struggles with addiction, finances

Bells of the Hours speaks with authentic art out of a well-seasoned experience of the daily monastic life. It bears the authority of more than 50 years of practice, prayer, and reading from a discipli