Tackling an intruder in the old moonshiner's cave, ex-Marine Max Templeton is astonished to find the beautiful and wiry Betty Quint, and he vows to win her over, even as she swears she will wait for a
Here is the classic work that laid the groundwork for focus-group research. This new edition features a new preface by Merton and an introduction updating developments in the field.
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
A novel about the 50-year friendship of two dissimilar German refugees brought over to England as children from Nazi Germany. Their friendship becomes a funny yet touching model for the ways in which
Gathers one hundred forty recipes for foods mentioned in or inspired by the Bible, and includes special menus for Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Palm Sunday, Easter, Pentecost, Thanksgiving, and w
A compelling account of the journey from severe depression, guilt, and near alcoholism to a true healing of the mind and spirit—from a bestselling author and noted psychiatrist"If there is hope for on
An indispensable source of information for the average car owner, this guide contains no superfluous details or fancy schematic illustrations--just simple, easy-to-understand text and drawings on ever
This illuminating historical and theological argument is an essential work for anyone wishing to understand the major changes that are inexorably altering the face of modern world religions.
Essays suggest a conceptual foundation for Marxist social theory and look at psychoanalysis and social theory, social action, technology, and political crises
A companion to the original Vulnerable Populations, the second volume focuses on treatment initiatives that address therapy and reeducation for both abusers and the victims of sexual abuse.Composed of
"Cambodia: A Book For People Who Find Television Too Slow" is a ferociously brilliant book that challenges its readers to see the world with new eyes, in a new light. Through an arresting division of
The National PTA offers authoritative advice on all the important and challenging issues facing parents today. An indispensable guide for parents who want their children to succeed and be happy in sch
Setting sail for Canada with his wife, Celeste, after the murder of his best friend, Frenchman Gabriel Dublanche comes face to face with a dark, dangerous land, primitive people, and an evil he ca
Straight talk for men … and the women who love themWhen it comes to the health of their sex organs, even educated, intelligent men become embarrassed and irrational, preferring to ignore a problem in
Explains what kinds of fears are normal for every age of childhood and adolescence, discusses specific fears--death, strangers, animals, burglers--and shows how to handle children's fears before they
Covenant House is the largest, privately funded agency in America dedicated to providing for homeless, abused, and drug-addicted youth across the country (ages 16-21). Besides providing for their basi
Revered for centuries as the father of English poetry, Geoffrey Chaucer was also a central man of his age--a courtier, soldier, diplomat, public official, a man of action, and a man of the world. In t
Looks at the history of beans, offers advice on cooking beans, and shares recipes for spreads, dips, appetizers, soups, salads, side dishes, and main dishes
A close friend and associate of Anthony de Mello shares for the first time not only personal conversations and reminiscences, but also de Mello's own words as recorded during a 15-day retreat in India
Looks at scientists' efforts to determine whether the universe will continue expanding or stop and begin to collapse upon itself, and discusses the search for the dark or missing matter
For twenty-five hundred years Buddhism has taught that everyone is Buddha—already enlightened, lacking nothing. But still there is the question of how we can experience that truth in our lives. In thi
Rucker McClure had drowned beer and chased women everywhere south of the Mason-Dixon Line, but he couldn’t resist heading straight for Mount Pleasant, Alabama, when the town’s mayor, ex-Miss Georgia D
This contemporary literary translation of the Gospels will give readers a remarkable new perspective on the Gospels, a feel for them that is very much like the experience of reading the original Greek
A powerful novel of Africa's history and the men and women who determined its fate. From the East came Islam. From the West, the slave trade. The battle for Africa's soul had begun..."A wondrous novel
Established in 1918 as a memorial to that master of the genre, O. Henry, Prize Stories has long been recognized as the premier forum for the contemporary story. The 1987 volume carries forth the time-
Celebrating God's Healing ForgivenessHere is a practical, pastoral book for all Catholic Christians – laity as well as clergy – to foster renewed understanding and practice of the sacrament of reconci
Do you want to he happier?Are you afraid of being hurt in relationships?Are you aware of fearing sickness, of wanting to be healthy?Are you desperate for more money?Do you say yes to sex when you mean
"It is difficult to imagine a better course for practicing, would-be, or even part-time vegetarians," said The New York Times of Annemarie Colbin's cooking classes. And, in this book, the founder of t
From the author of My Song For Him Who Never Sang to Me and We Hardly See Each Other Any More, another intimate, illustrated collection of verse to share with those we love.
In the decade of the 1970s, item response theory became the dominant topic for study by measurement specialists. But, the genesis of item response theory (IRT) can be traced back to the mid-thirties a
CELEBRATING THE SINGLE LIFE is a book that tells how to have a seriously committed, spiritually grounded single life. For the fifty million people in the United States who live alone -- whether by cho
A mouth-watering selection of recipes for all occasions Nika Hazelton’s Pasta Cookbook contains more than a hundred recipes from a first lady of the culinary world. Here is a tantalizing selection of
Discusses the new emphasis on leadership in the modern world, emphasizing the necessity for inspiration, motivation, concern for other people, trust, autonomy, cooperation, productivity, and integrity
From the publishers of Prevention comes the very best soup-to-nuts guide to wholesome, traditional home-cooking for a healthy life and delectable eating pleasureHere are recipes that enable you to pre
A professional arbitrator, mediator, and fact finder for a variety of industries and organizations reveals how to get what you want without turning your opponent into a loser and gives tips on develop
