The Humor Code

Are you a movie fan looking forward to seeing The Imitation Game starringBenedict Cumberbatch? Or a World War II buff with a particular interest in code breaking? Alan Turing, the man who Winston Chu

Galdone's dynamic, amusing pictures add much humor to the familiar tale of the industrious hen and lazy cat, dog, and mouse.

Galdone's dynamic, amusing pictures add much humor to the familiar tale of the industrious hen and lazy cat, dog, and mouse.

A staff engineer in Java at Sun Microsystems, Liang explains how programmers can integrate code written in the Java programming language with code written in other languages such as C and C++, thus al

“A tragic portrait . . . presented with sympathy and frequently with humor . . . [of] a disparate people who were never united except by their resentment of a foreign conqueror.” – Atlantic MonthlyIn

These whimsical sculptures blend humor and art history Berlin-based painter and sculptor Sebastian Neeb (born 1980) creates playful objects--such as carved wooden sausages, golden trophies for nonse

The latest mystery in the internationally bestselling Inspector Montalbano seriesWith their dark sophistication and dry humor, Andrea Camilleri's hugely popular Sicilian crime novels continue to win m

A twentieth anniversary celebration of the ground-breaking humor magazine, Spy offers an anthology containing some of its finest writing, reporting, photography, design, illustration, and more, includ

With insight, humor, and practicality, Natalie Goldberg inspires writers and would-be writers to take the leap into writing skillfully and creatively. She offers suggestions, encouragement, and solid

“Buchwald has single-handedly restored humor to contemporary journalism.”—Los Angeles Times?“Quite simply, the funniest US newspaper columnist published today and one of the nation’s sharpest politica

With its unique combination of depth, clarity, and humor that has enchanted millions, this beloved classic by bestselling author Gary Zukav opens the fascinating world of quantum physics to readers wi

Combining two novellas into one volume, this collection explores the effects of prejudice and the ramifications of violence with a slightly unhinged sense of humor and unexpected tenderness. Lockpick

The Mirror of Laughter presents a theory of humor and laughter by examining their relationship to human behaviors. Kozintsev is especially interested in the relationship between biological and cultura

“Her poems startle us over and over with their shapeliness, their humor, their youthfulness, their wild aptness, their strangeness, their sudden familiarity, the authority of their insights, the moral

At last here is a down-to-earth training manual designed to help the reader better comprehend their own psychic abilities. Written with humor, no-nonsense advice, personal stories, and practical knowl

Humor and joy abound in this entertaining look at senior life. From handling day-to-day foibles to connecting with your kids and grandkids, gentle humorist Karen O'Connor keeps you smiling, laughing,

Outdoors enthusiasts and safety gurus alike need look no further than How to Survive—a practical hands-on guidebook that will help you conquer any situation with cheeky humor and simplified instructio

From her relationships to surrealism, from magical realism to her humor, from politics to her grappling with the literary legacies of Virginia Woolf and Marquis de Sade, this distinguished volume of e

Edgar Award Winner for Best Novel"Highly intelligent entertainment, beautifully written with wit and humor." — Frances Fyfield"It grips like grim death." — The Spectator"Fremlin is a

"[A] tender, insightful book... Perfectly paced and leavened with humor, it's a wonderful read." -- People An epic novel of intertwining friendships and families set in the Northwoods of Wisconsin at

Fiction. Short Stories. With dark humor, the recurring characters in Roberta Allen's stories see themselves and others through distorting mirrors. The pain of never quite connecting is thrown into sha

An exciting new stationery and humor line for young adults.Get to know yourself better by reflecting on and writing down answers to the questions inside this fun fill-in title.

Praise for How To Worship a Goddess: "Stellar...Julian blends terrific sex with tender romance. Liberally laced with humor and filled with intriguing characters." —RT Book Reviews 4 stars TOGETHER.

Packed with hilarious headlines and snarky snippets from the kings of satire, this calendar brings fans of The Onion a daily dose of humor from their favorite funny news source.

Samson's mighty son Branan traces his famous father's footsteps as he battles the Philistines. Throughout the different episodes, with both humor and action, Branan learns about God's purpose for his

With candor, insight, and tremendous humor, Rick Bragg closes his circle of family stories in an unforgettable tale about fathers and sons.The third installment of Rick Bragg’s bestselling and beloved

The author's trademark humor punctuates the informative text of a lively alphabet book that explores the many uses of construction equipment. Simultaneous. By the creators of The Airplane Alphabet Boo

The author's trademark humor punctuates the informative text of a lively alphabet book that explores the many uses of construction equipment. Simultaneous. By the creators of The Airplane Alphabet Boo

Combining unforgettable characters, true-to-life struggles, and the perfect dose of humor and nostalgia, this riveting story takes readers through the universal experiences of true love, new life, and

For the past 34 years, best-selling author Cal Samra, age 87, has been the editor of a national humor newsletter called The Joyful Noiseletter directed mainly to churches and health professionals. Hea

New York Times bestseller! Now a Netflix series! "Packs plenty of information into a high-flying adventure." --School Library Journal "Adventure, humor, and smart, likable characters make for a winning chapter book." --Kirkus Reviews From the #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts who created Ada Twist, Scientist and Iggy Peck, Architect comes a spirited story full of adventure, friendship, and science! Ada Twist is the Queen of Questions. Like, why does hot coffee smell stronger than cold? What kind of birds live in her backyard? And, especially, why does her brother Arthur get so cranky when she borrows his stuff for experiments? But Ada's questions really come in handy when her friend Rosie Revere needs help. Rosie's Uncle Ned has gotten carried away in his famous helium pants, and Ada needs some answers--fast! How high can Uncle Ned float? Will he fly off into outer space? And, most important, how can they get him down? With the help of her fellow Questio

ouTube family gaming sensation FGTeeV (18 million subscribers and 18.6 BILLION views) bring their favorite video games, their wacky humor, and their love of adventure to their debut full-color, jacket

"“Summoning up deeply set, perhaps nearly forgotten, feelings of anger, regret, and sorrow, but also hope and humor. . . [Biguenet’s trilogy] may well be regarded as the finest artistic achie

?Truly wonderful. . . . A mystery that unfolds with grace and humor against a setting of stunning beauty and danger.” ?Nevada Barr, New York Times bestselling author of the Anna Pigeon Mysteries Award

\In this collection of poetry to read again and again, Barbara covers many subjects, including forgiveness, family, humor, and patriotism. Also included are many poems of Christmas and the changing se

Sparkling with sharp wit and off-kilter humor, this emotional collection shows a distinctly contemporary and urban Jamaica through the eyes of a surrealist whose sharp imagery and precise language exp

Pasha Malla knows joy in all of its weird, unsettling, and wondrous forms. In their humor, warmth, and rigorous honesty, his stories clearly capture something odd and beautiful: the unmistakable feel

Will Rogers captured the hearts of Americans with his thoughtful political humor; his dedication to country, family and friends; and his amazing ability to speak truth to life's fundamentals. In this

Filled with soulful humor and quiet pathos, Abby Bardi's boldly drawn first novel marks the debut of a joyfully talented chronicler of the quest for connection in contemporary life.Mary Fred Anderson

A full-color book of gentle humor providing inspiration and playful coping strategies for millions of women a bit apprehensive about the change of life. Illustrating this delightful collection of tips