When a shooting star damages the moon on Christmas Eve, the wishes of the world's children will be lost unless an angel and a small boy can recover them.
Renowned for his witty dialogue and macabre humor, Saki skewered the pretensions and follies of the Edwardian age. This 1911 collection of well-plotted, acerbic short stories showcases his mastery of
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Successful methods for the detection and investigation of outbreaks of foodborne disease are essential for ensuring consumer safety. Increased understanding of the transmission of pathogens in food ch
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Optical communication using optical fibres as the transmission medium is essential to handling the massive growth of both telecom and datacom traffic. To fully realize the potential bandwidth availabl
Plant life management (PLiM) is a safety-based methodology for the management of nuclear power plants over their entire lifetime. It is used by plant operators and regulators to assess the condition o
Many aspects of grape production and winemaking influence wine sensory properties and stability. Progress in research helps to elucidate the scientific basis of quality variation in wine and suggest c
Sir Charlie's third aventure of the smelly kind Once upon a misty morning, from the top of a twisty-wisty beanstalk, someone was looking down on to a tall, tall tower. Magic and mischief are afoot as
Human Geography: Culture, Society and Space challenges students to think geographically across scale and across a wide range of geographical phenomena and global issues. The authors engage the student
Based on Sanjit Mitra’s extensive teaching and research experience, Digital Signal Processing, A Computer Based Approach, fourth edition, is written with the reader in mind.A key feature of this book
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Covers the development, form, function and disorders of the human body. This book helps to look at how your respiratory system works, discover the anatomy up-close and learn about over 200 diseases an
(Misc). Over 250 works for piano by Spanish and Latin American composers from the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Includes music by Albeniz, Cabezon, de Falla, Granados, Soler, Turina, Villa-Lobo
The increasing use of satellites for vital communication services, environmental monitoring, navigation, weather prediction, and scientific research is mirrored by the development of military capabil
For Washington Redskins fans who love team trivia and word searches – young and old!The Washington Redskins entered the league in 1937, and team icons have included Sonny Jurgensen, Charley Taylor, Jo
LISTENING TO MUSIC is designed to help develop and refine the listening skills of your students and inspire a lifelong appreciation of music. Author and award-winning scholar-teacher Craig Wright, who
Using the unifying valuation framework based on the Law of One Price, top researchers Jonathan Berk and Peter DeMarzo set the new standard for corporate finance textbooks. Corporate Finance blends cov
Its focus on the prudential, global regulation of financial institutions drives this books unique exploration of global policy principles. Integrating theory, history, and policy debates, it provides
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On the run . . .Elena Gilbert's love, the vampire Stefan Salvatore, has been captured and imprisoned by demonic spirits who are wreaking havoc in Fell's Church. While her friends Bonnie and Meredith e
"The best NBA players come from all different teams and totally different backgrounds. But they all share one thing in common-the love of the game. From Kobe Bryant to Dwyane Wade to LeBron James, fin
Discusses the organs and function of the cardiopulmonary system, including information on the vital functions of the lungs and blood, the process of respiration, and keeping the body healthy.
This study concerns Early Bronze Age burials excavated on the mound of Tell Bia (northern Syria). The author discusses the material evidence, the theoretical basis, and the methods used for inferring
One day, a little bear named Red Ted is accidentally left on the seat of a train by his owner Stevie and ends up in the place for lost things. He doesn't despair, however - he puts his mind to work! W
A set of cards on a teether ring that is suitable for babies who are just beginning to explore and learn for themselves. It features a butterfly, a fish, a car, a flower, a bird and more. And when bab
Earth's final dictator will be the Son of Satan himself, the Antichrist, Mr. 666, and he'll reign globally for seven horrifying years---Biblically known as the Tribulation Period---the New World Order
Fancy Nancy is back! And when her family decides to get a dog, she's certain she can be fancier than ever. After all, a papillon—a small, delicate, fluffy dog—is the ultimate accessory. But her family
Nancy thinks butterflies are simply exquisite. And that is why she can't wait for her friend Bree's Butterfly Birthday. It's going to be the fanciest birthday party ever! But when Nancy finds out she
The 3e of this well-respected textbook continues the tradition of providing clear and concise explanations for fixed income securities, pricing, and markets. The book matches well with fixed income se
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A core text for one semester courses in Financial Institutions and Markets. A comprehensive exploration of the world is financial markets and institutions.Foundations of Financial Markets and Institut
An illustrated history of Norfolk's buildings, and an arguement for using traditional solutions to address the challenges of future development, concluding with a proposal for the new town of Worsted.
Mister Magnolia has an old trumpet that goes rooty-toot - and two lovely sisters who play on the flute - but Mister Magnolia has only one boot. Mister Magnolia has a full and happy life except for one
