Considered one of English literature’s first and greatest satirists, Jonathan Swift possessed a timeless genius for pointing out the foibles of human nature that still has the power to provoke, amuse,
Exposes the problems surrounding the international marketing of pesticides banned in the United States, describing growing incidences of pesticide poisoning in farm workers and through the exportation
Presents a code developed jointly by WHO and UNICEF for the marketing of breast-milk substitutes. The code applies to the marketing of breast-milk substitutes including infant formula and other mil
Jonathan's efforts to keep his apartment clean are foiled when a subway unexpectedly stops in and unloads thousands of passengers. Jonathan sets out on a surprising adventure to solve this curious pro
Includes the commonly used words that make up the basic vocabulary of English, as well as some specialized terms, abbreviations, and foreign words and phrases.Defines more than fifty-six thousand word
Presents Swift's satire on how the English should deal with the problem of Irish poverty by eating the excess Irish children, with questions and exercises related to the text.
Like the acclaimed American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 3rd Ed., this college edition stands apart, featuring the newest definitions, the most photos and illustrations, the best usage
"She communicates the tension between sexual attraction and social incompatibility, between passionately found and conventionally lost. Yet she avoids a strictly sentimental or bitter treatment by mea
Beginning with a general discussion of the linear equation, topics developed include stability theory for autonomous and nonautonomous systems. Two appendices are also provided, and there are problems
Contains over 1,000 useful sentences and phrases for travel or everyday living abroad: food, shopping, medical aid, courtesy, hotels, travel, and other situations. Gives the English phrase, the foreig
The book traces the development of the carving of jade flowers as decorative ornaments and the evolution of the complex floral patterns in Chinese decorative art.Richly illustrated with 48 pages of pl
After his efforts at stretching himself, watering himself, and eating a bagful of apples, Henry looks for another solution to always being Martin's little brother
The well-known economist progresses through a step-by-step explanation of economic principles, the effect of money and banking on the economy, and the reasons for inflation and unemployment
Recounts the history and traditions of Scandinavian embroidery since 1700 and presents directions and graphs for such projects as pillows, wall hangings, tablecloths, and plaques
Word Power Made Easy is a comprehensive vocabulary‑building system created by legendary grammarian Norman Lewis that provides a simple, step‑by‑step method to increase your knowledge and mastery of th
Corduroy the teddy bear longs to have a pocket. When left in the laundromat, he conducts an intensive search for the perfect one...and gets all washed up!
Book 3 provides exceptionally attractive ensemble literature for two young students at the same level. The music is richly imaginative, beautiful and lyrical, vibrant and energetic, and whimsical and
The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. CliffsNotes on Catch-22 takes you into this unforgett
Illus. in full color. "Papa Bear tries to solve the mystery of Farmer Ben's missing pumpkin. Will keep beginning readers in stitches and prove enticing even to reluctant readers." School Library Journ
Modern approach to differential equations presents subject in terms of ideas and concepts rather than special cases and tricks which traditional courses emphasized. No prerequisites needed other than
From the creator of Harold and the Purple Crayon comes this collection of eight delightful episodes from the famous strip that ran in newspapers across the country from 1942 to 1952. Along with Barnab
All Country guitar styles, whether solo or accompaniment, are based on chords. These are, by and large, the same open position chords you probably already know. Perhaps you have only learned to strum
These four dialogues cover time surrounding the execution of Socrates. As he was charged, tried, and condemned to death, the four dialogues stand as final testaments to his credo of virtue. These are
Using the technique of prepared questions, Conversations with LukAcs is a brilliant gathering of thoughts and insights covering topics as ontology, the techniques of manipulative societies, the pitfal
Examines the designs, structures, activities, and weaknesses of the human body and its parts and systems, from a bioengineering point of view, and the technological possibilities for repair and replac
'They can't have moved away without saying a word!' Winter is coming, and the Fillyjonk, the Hemulen, Toft, Mymble, etc. are all waiting in Moominvalley to see the Moomins return home. Winter doesn't
A Moomintroll is small and shy and fat, and has a Moominpappa and a Moominmamma. Moomins live in the forests of Finland. One day Moominpappa is feeling at a loss. He has no idea what to do with himsel
Finn Family Moomintroll is the second book in the cult classic Moomin series by Tove Jansson. A must-read for adults and children alike. Poor little chap! He had been turned into a very strange animal
'This is snow,' Moomintroll whispered to himself. Moomins always sleep through the winter - or they did until the year Moomintroll woke up and went exploring in the silent, snow-covered valley where t
A great flood wave threatens Moomin Valley! When the Moomin family is flooded out of its home, the Moomins set about finding themselves a new one. And being resourceful little creatures, they soon fin
A comet is speeding towards Earth and nobody knows what to do! Will it destroy everything and everyone? Moomintroll decides to find out. So, with Sniff, he sets out on an expedition that promises to b
