Picturing Will, the widely acclaimed new novel by Ann Beattie, unravels the complexities of a postmodern family. There's Will, a curious five-year-old who listens to the heartbeat of a plant through h
When Elena Petrovic, a member of a visiting Soviet delegation and possessor of a secret healing power, runs away, T.S. Audubon is determined to find her before the American and Soviet agents do.
Offers a brief history of opera, explains how operas are produced and conducted, and includes profiles of major singers and descriptions of fifty standard operas
Master Li, the Sherlock Holmes of a mythical China, struggles with a bizarre mystery involving the murdering of mandarins, as evidence points to the Eight Skilled Gentlemen, long-dead shamans who enga
Warns of the dangers posed to human life by dyes, preservatives, insecticides, flavorings, and other chemical additives in food, suggesting courses of action for concerned individuals
Critic, essayist, and anthologist Mary Helen Washington has chosen as the theme of her newest collection "the family as a living mystery." She selected nineteen stories and twelve poems by some of thi
Brought to you by the author of the bestselling Book of Strange Facts and Useless Information, this all-new collection overflows with the kinds of intriguing phenomena and eye-catching photos that hav
Over the centuries, Buddhism has responded to sexuality in a variety of fascinating ways, sometimes, suppressing the sexual urge, sometimes sublimating it, sometimes cultivating it, and, on the highes
Offers a program helping readers to overcome worry, anxiety, and fear, and enter a world of peace and stability while preparing for the imminent coming of the Messiah
This comprehensive kitchen encyclopedia is a must for both the experienced and beginning cook, providing fast, accurate information on topics from weights and measures to nutritional values of foods.
Joe Starling, a man teetering on the edge of spectacular failures--as an artist, rancher, lover, and human being--is also a man of noble ambitions. His struggle to right himself is mesmerizing, hilari
A bold exploration of the controversial role that black women writers have played in the making of African-American literature by the bestselling author of Sex and Racism in America. "Confirms that bl
Through the centuries, Our Blessed Lady has appeared frequently on earth with messages of warning, hope, and consolation for humanity--but never more frequently than in the last two centuries. Heralde
Mealtime, anytime, nothing could be more satisfying than a bowl of homemade soup. Be it a steaming bowl of Minestrone to take the bite out of a winter day or a delicate Raspberry Lime Soup for sult
Advises how to identify the telltale signs of child abuse and what actions to take, explaining the procedures endorsed by district attorneys and prosecutors
People have wanted to have the last word from the beginning of time--and they've been writing their own for almost as long. Their wise, witty and often bizarre last messages have now been immortalized
No matter where you are in your own spiritual work, this book can show you how to harness the power of an experience we all share and often fear: change. Discover how you can learn to consciously use
In this highly acclaimed and entertaining book, already "among the touchstones of the new travel writing" (Newsweek), one of West Germany's leading authors takes us on an insider's tour of Europe in t
A fact-filled volume of information about the human brain explores diet, memory, gender, race, culture, environment, and their relation to one's gray matter
Jack, a Walker, has learned a secret-one that could mean the end of all the worlds, not just his own. He has earned an enemy-and the Mage of Four, Mage of Luck, is a powerful enemy indeed. Jack must f
The unimaginable horror of total nuclear war has been let loose upon the world, and only one ship, the Nathan James, with 152 men and 26 women aboard, has survived. Her captain narrates the electryfin
Discusses the past and future of space exploration, the cosmic mysteries that still await solution, and the possibility of extraterrestrials whose intelligence far outstrips our own
In books such as The Complete Walker and The Man Who Walked Through Time, Colin Fletcher has established a reputation as a literate and witty apostle of roughing it. Secret Worlds of Colin Fletcher is
The six volumes of A History of the Crusades will stand as the definitive history of the Crusades, spanning five centuries, encompassing Jewish, Moslem, and Christian perspectives, and containing a
Blending elements of psychology, philosophy, and sociology with economics, Etzioni presents a bold new vision of the social sciences - one which proposes that broader moral, social and political conce
Quotable and Findable Charles Spurgeon!Charles Spurgeon has been widely esteemed as the ultimate pulpiteer in the English language. His mastery of the Scriptures, theology, and pulpit oratory combine
Young and wealthy Englishman Sir John Babcock has discovered that an ancient criminal order is preparing to take over the world. He seeks the help of two brilliant, yet unlikely, drinking buddies--Jam
Describes the general principles of going into business for oneself, and discusses structure, management, partnership, existing businesses and franchises, and the special situations of retail, service
Professor of Education at Brown University, William Damon offers the first, much-needed overview of the evolution and nurturance of children's moral understanding and behavior from infancy through ado
Discusses the causes and implications of global warming and suggests specific actions individuals and governments can take to keepthe warming trend under control
Haunted by guilt after killing a man in his hometown and concealing the crime, a young Southern man travels to New York with his new wife but is dogged by vivid recollections of the murder
Dr. Susan Jeffers, renowned workshop leader, lecturer, and author presents simple, concrete, and workable techniques to help you transform your life and begin attracting a healthy kind of love. Discov
This book features behind-the-scenes tales of the game's large supporting cast including scoreboard operators, groundskeepers, broadcasters, coaches, managers, bus drivers, league players, and team do
Don't you feel that there should be something "more" to working than the paycheck at the end of the week? That you are called a task or career that is uniquely yours, which you can undertake with the
Almost fifty years ago Melville Herskovits set out to debunk the myth that black Americans have no cultural past. Originally published in 1941, his unprecedented study of black history and culture rec
A young woman who has managed to remain emotionally aloof from her possessive father and disturbed mother finally marries only to find herself the center of a new tragedy
