From the 1920s to the early 1950s, Montreal was known as the Paris of North America—a glamorous, wide open city with a lively jazz and nightclub scene. Capturing the zeitgeist of this golden age, this
He was the world's first serial killer and he existed in the late 19th century, operating around the Chicago World's Fair, building a literal house of horrors, replete with chutes for dead bodies, gas
Examining how naval warfare has developed and unfolded during the past century, this collection of essays blends the importance of individual acts of maritime valor and ingenuity with concise explanat
Easy to use horse whispering techniques and principles that can help you develop better bonds with horses. Chapters include understanding and speaking the horse’s language, human body postures, gettin
In this newly revised edition, Brett Hull tells his own story and shares his troubles and triumphs. Through all the pressure and controversy that comes with being an NHL great, he strives to stay on t
These sharp and hilarious science fiction stories with comic-style illustrations encourage reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike to read the pictures as part of an ongoing narrative to build visual
After the Napoleonic Wars, Adam Bolitho is rewarded with command of his own ship and sets sail for the Caribbean, where he finds adventure aplenty amid these lawless islands.
"There are more than 200 negative words associated with the word black and more than 100 positive meanings or synonyms attributed to the word white. This analysis of semantics and semiotics illustrate
If there is one thing needed in the Christian world today, it’s a positive view of sex and relationships. With uncanny warmth, deep compassion and non-judgmental wisdom, Fran Ferder and John Heagle ha
The winner of the 2002 Daytona 500 shared the Victory Circle with an intimidating presence this time around—even a year after the legendary Dale Earnhardt's death, the fans and fellow NASCAR racers wh
Travel through Britain's military history with a proud seafaring family, the Blackwoods, and the service tradition in which they make their careers?the Royal Marines. Captain Philip Blackwood of the R
These popular seminar leaders update and expand upon their groundbreaking and award-winning A Sense of Sexuality with new chapters on timely topics such as the relation between men and women and the e
Features the story of Adam Taliaferro, a college football player told he would never walk again after a paralyzing tackle, and how he proves the doctors wrong with his courage, hard work, and perserve
Written with feeling and emotion, this meditative book will inspire many with its brutal honesty as it unfolds the many layers of love and loyalty tinged with fear and betrayal that the Passion evokes
Contains some 30,000 wood names with their corresponding commercial, common, botanical, and Spanish, English, French, and German vernacular names. Included are the species, family, and area or country
Women with endometriosis and the health professionals who treat them will benefit from the latest information about the possible causes, diagnosis, surgeries, and current treatment options for endomet
Movie Wars cogently explains how movies are packaged, distributed, and promoted, and how, at every stage of the process, the potential moviegoer is treated with contempt. Along the way, it exposes ind
Based on radio plays, this collection retells the gospel of John, an epic story with several twists and turns. Each chapter includes a reflection offering background information and an understanding o
Based on radio plays, this collection retells the gospel of John, an epic story with several twists and turns. Each chapter includes a reflection offering background information and an understanding o
One of the greatest African American leaders and one of the most brilliant minds of his time, Frederick Douglass spoke and wrote with unsurpassed eloquence on almost all the major issues confronting t
The author presents a loving contact with the founders of the Monastic Orders, and shows how St. Benedict and others made a skillful selection from the treasures of the ancients. Our age poses for all
Like all the great spiritual masters, Rahner is at his best when dealing with matters of the heart like this one: suffering and the soul's journey to God.
Historic desperadoes tell their tales of holdups, shootouts and desperate flights from the law in this chronicle illustrated with many rare photographs. From the famous 1892 shootout at Young’s cabin
With every aspect of pilot navigation?from a discussion of International Civil Aviation Organization history planning, flight operations, and navigation equipment?this book is written with the precisi
With her usual courage and insight, Barbara Fiand explores the appointed time for everything in her latest work, Prayer and the Quest for Healing. The author describes prayer and the experience of pra
Appalachian Mountain Girl is a sensitive and beautifully written autobiographical account of a childhood in the coalmine district of Depression-era Kentucky. With humor and warmth—but without sentimen
Immigrant writers who have made their homes in Montreal grapple with difficult questions like reconciling loyalty to their origins and to their own most private selves with the need to find a readersh
Drawing on stories of monks, rabbis, and soldiers; fairy tales and legends; gentle jokes and Zen sayings; Anthony de Mello awakens us to a practical, direct connection with the divine. His exercises e
This exceptional and thorough scholarly study deals with a primal and universal relationship between motherhood and the Islamic religion, relying on the basic sources of Islam: the Qur'an, Hadith, and
Discusses ten of the greatest hockey dynasties, tracing their rise to greatness and ultimate downfalls, with information on how hockey has evolved over the last seventy years
Valuable advice on how to avoid common problems and accidents associated with riding and keeping horses and ponies. Prepared in consultation with The British Horse Society’s Safety Department. Every a
Filled with characters from fairy tales and myth, this book is unique in that the author invites readers to contribute their speculations to the Spinifex web site.
Forest gardening is a way of working with nature which is not only productive and requires minimal maintenance, but creates great environmental benefits. Robert Hart describes the principles and pract
With the passion and depth of feeling that belong to lovers, Sufi masters through the centuries have described the soul’s journey toward union with God. This collection of sayings, dating from the nin
A companion book to Meals Without Squeals, this book provides parents and child care providers with tips on cooking and food, gardening and the environment, and how to lead kids to an understanding of
