Examines the close relationships between figures in the Mexican government and the drug cartels, the effects the drug trade has on the economy, and the questions these ties raise about the role of dru
Recounts the 2008 murder of Ecuadorean Marcelo Lucero, who was killed in suburban Patchogue, New York, by a gang of teenagers who liked to chase and attack defenseless Latinos, and discusses what it r
Explores the evolution of God through the lives of ten historical prophets, saints, mystics, and martyrs who are each touched by a divine power, displaying in each story the ever-changing transformati
Viviana Sansaon, the president of a small Latin American country, awakens after an attack on her in a storeroom filled with the things she has forgotten in her life and recalls the story of a politica
As the people of Jerusalem--Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike--await attack and inevitable slaughter during the Crusades, they gather around a wise man who answers their questions and teaches them i
THINK YOU KNOW THE ATKINS DIET? THINK AGAIN. THE NEW ATKINS IS... POWERFUL. Learn how to eat the wholesome foods that will turn your body into an amazing fat-burning machine. EASY. The updated and sim
Want to be a better boss? Unaware that you're a terrible one? Sutton (The No Asshole Rule) is here to help. The cost of callous and cruel superiors is considerable: employees with an abusive boss are
Every day Christine wakes up not knowing where she is. Her memories disappear every time she falls asleep. Her husband, Ben, is a stranger to her, and he's obligated to explain their life together on
This is the story of how a small group of men, with a frightening mix of delusion and calculation, rose from a tormented civilization to mount a catastrophic assault on the world’s mightiest
Interviews with Mexican politicians considered plausible candidates for the presidency in 2012, the incumbent, and recent ex-presidents emphasize difficult questions about their personal lives, and su
An amicably divorced couple--Blake, a globe-trotting entrepreneur, and Maxine, an expert on childhood trauma--confront a life-changing choice as Blake deals with hundreds of orphaned children after a
Traces the discovery by Frank's aunt's daughter-in-law of numerous family correspondences and keepsakes and what they revealed about the Frank family and the forces that shaped the famous young diaris
This book approaches clearly and openly the main sexual problems that harass men (inhibited sexual desire, precocious ejaculation and erectile dysfunction), and proposes alternatives for their solutio
Wyman Ford and a team of scientists must figure out how to destroy an alien doomsday weapon aimed at Earth, and the only tools at their disposal are a handful of weaponless machines--the Mars Orbiter,
Lydia Cacho is a symbol of courageous journalism. She has been defying the tradition of impunity for some years now, and demonstrating that communication media may not be so. This new book culminates
Examines the life and times of the historical Buddha, including the cultural context from which he emerged, his life as prince and as a religious teacher without the later legendary trappings, and his
Roberto Saviano is back confronting the injustices of organized crime in Italy. In his writings, articles and books he employs prose and news-reporting style to narrate the story of the Camorra (a pow
Elena is 15-year-old high school student who doesn’t like her freckles or hair. She doesn’t really apply herself at school and feels insecure since she grew into another bra size. But she is also nice
In an investigation into the drug smuggling occurring between Mexico’s Zeta gang and the Italian Ndrangheta, journalist Rodriguez goes deep into the operations that join one of the most dangerous ille
If you’ve ever wanted to walk on stilts, make sloe gin, ride an ostrich, or forecast the weather like your grandmother used to, this is the book you’ve been waiting for. This surprisingly handy and de
A Sensible Affair is based upon the assassination of four communist students in Cuba during the Batista era. Barroso takes us through the political intrigue, secrecy, and violence of the Fidel Castro
Before Valley of the Dolls and Sex in the City, there was The Best of Life, the iconic novel of ambitious career girls in New York City.First published in 1958, Rona Jaffe’s debut novel electrified re
CUNY professor and media star Kaku (Hyperspace) ponders topics that many people regard as impossible, ranging from psychokinesis and telepathy to time travel and teleportation. His Class I impossibili
Grimpow, along with the Philosopher's Stone, travels to Paris to discover its secrets, unaware that he needs the help of Agnes, an accused witch, or that the king and his inquistor are searching for h
A woman doctor from Cuba and an Argentinean economist find themselves involved in an epic love affair of physical and intellectual passion that takes place during the years of Castro's revolution in C
A woman steps over the line into the unthinkable in this brilliant, powerful, and unforgettable new novel by the author of The Lovely Bones and Lucky. For years Helen Knightly has given her life to ot
Provides an account of the life, career, and influence of revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara, from his Argentine youth, through his leading role in the Cuban revolution, to his 1967 death in Bolivia.
Eight medieval knights and the nephew of a ninth murdered crusader risk their lives in an attempt to recover an object, hidden from the beginning of time beneath a spot in Jerusalem, that could change
Presents a guide to preparing for and giving massages to infants with techniques derived from Ayurvedic tradition, intended to contribute to the general health and well being of the child.
Presents a critical examination of conspiracy theories that takes into account their roots in history, literature, and popular culture, with attention paid to the cultural mechanisms that allow normal
Outlines a system for achieving financial security and building wealth, discussing how to make the most out of automated financial transactions, including 401(k) plans, scheduled transfers, and early-
The former president looks back on his life and career, discussing his youth and education, his early public service, his years as governor of Arkansas, and his accomplishments during two terms in the
The popular Hispanic TV chef celebrates the art of Latin American cuisine in a richly illustrated cookbook that features 220 favorite recipes for appetizers, sauces, slads, vegetables, fish, meat and
A perfect introductin to reading Spanish! Simple English words and sentences are introduced by pictures. Then the words and sentences are translated into Spanish with the translation of the featured w
An inspirational guide to self-improvement, happiness and creativity by the authors of The Element outlines practical steps for identifying personal talents, merging one's passions with inherent abili
Argues that humanity is undergoing a fundamental shift, and encourages readers to lead more spiritual lives, accepting all life as One and contributing to the task of creating a positive future for hu
Your mind has a secret invisible talisman. On one side is emblazoned the letters PMA (positive mental attitude) and on the other the letters NMA (negative mental attitude). A positive attitude will na
This first-time paperback edition, now updated, describes and analyzes Cuba's history from the English capture of Havana in 1762 through Spanish colonialism, American imperialism, the Cuban Revolution
In the wake of a series of murders linked only by postcards announcing the victims' imminent deaths, a once-legendary and alcoholic FBI profiler discovers bizarre links to the case, an eighth-century
