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All too often, women’s roles in the American Revolution are briefly mentioned or, often, just left out entirely. The omission is a great disservice to students of history. This valuable volume aids readers in understanding the significant part that women played in the fighting of the war and in the founding of the new country. Through carefully researched, accessible text, they’ll learn about groups of women and individuals who supported colonial independence, proving themselves invaluable in the war effort. Sidebars, fact boxes, and historical images add more memorable information about this crucial curricular topic.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of City University of Hong Kong, CityUHK has published two commemorative works. These two titles feature unique perspectives intended for two different audiences by design. The Chinese volume, with touching stories of long-serving CityUHK colleagues and alumni, has personal aspects that will particularly appeal to the local community. The English version, focused on CityUHK's academic and research achievements and future developments, showcases the best parts of CityUHK for readers worldwide.為了慶祝香港城市大學成為大學三十周年，城大出版了中英文兩本校慶特刊，這兩本書各有不同的定位與讀者對象，展現出城大獨特的面貌。中文版記述了多篇城大關懷社區與改善社會環境的故事；英文版則記述城大學術和研究方面的成就及未來發展，向全球讀者展示城大的卓越表現。

In Christianity and Education in Modern China, Wong Man Kong, George Kam Wah Mak, and other contributors demonstrate how Christianity served as a driving force in the development of modern education in China. Each of the chapters offers new insights into Christian involvement in different issues concerning education in modern China. The contributors examine how Christian missionaries and Chinese Christian educators interacted with China’s social, cultural, and political contexts. Also explored are the Christian legacies of higher education in mainland China and Taiwan, as well as how the spirit of Christian higher education in modern China has been carried on in Asia. This volume suggests that Western missionary and Chinese Christian perspectives of higher education were complementary with each other in modern China.

Initially, dressed like a Buddhist monk, he slipped into the country, where he impressed everyone he met with his secret weapons: remarkable memory techniques and the latest Western science.

Co-published with HKU LibrariesOn the Steppes of Dreams is the latest collection of ‘dreamscapes’ by Basil Pao. Designed as a companion piece to his previous book Carnival of Dreams (2023) - which chronicled, from his first album cover and early cut & paste collages to the current CGI enhanced digital images of his photomontage work over a period of 50 years. The new book completes the circle and concludes the story of his surrealist/magic-realism imagery with a chapter of tributes to the group of artists who had inspired and influenced his work. The book is also intended as a celebration and a momento for the 100th anniversary of Surrealism.In his introduction, Terry Gilliam wrote: “His stunningly beautiful composite images surprise us by combining opposites, juxtaposing unlikely imagery and ideas that ask questions, make us smile, make us think, releasing us from the rigid restrictions of Reason. The portal is in your hands. Turn the page and float off into Basil’s endless univer

《奧術藝術與製作秘辛》帶領讀者踏上Riot Games與Fortiche打造的革命性動畫系列的視覺旅程。書中收錄早期藝術風格、角色設計演變過程，以及令人驚嘆的世界觀構建，是探索《奧術》創作過程與願景的權威指南。《奧術》與《英雄聯盟》粉絲將被喜愛角色的視覺演變、皮爾特沃夫與佐恩壯麗的城市景觀，以及海克斯科技與希莫的發明深深吸引。本書收錄Riot和Fortiche珍藏的未公開圖像，並根據20多位動畫師、作家、導演與藝術家的訪談編撰而成，堪稱《奧術》迷必備之作。書中附有特製透明書衣，以及Jinx海報、皮爾特沃夫地圖等豐富周邊，讓您沉浸在《奧術》的世界中。Filled with gorgeous illustrations and concept art from the hit Netflix series, The Art and Making of Arcane is an immersive journey behind the scenes of the Emmy Award-winning Animated Series!The Art and Making of Arcane takes readers through the visual journey of Riot Games’ and Fortiche's revolutionary animated series. Featuring early art styles, evolving character designs, and jaw-dropping worldbuilding artwork, this volume is the definitive compendium of Arcane’s creative process and vision.Arcane and League of Legends fans alike will be amazed by the visual development of fan-favorite champions, the breathtaking cityscapes of Piltover and Zaun, and the riveting inventions of hextech and Shimmer.This book inc

Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow9781338635485 Wave of the Sea Dragon (Dragon Masters #19)(平裝本)9781338635515 Howl of the Wind Dragon (Dragon Masters #20)(平裝本)9781338776874 Bloom of the Flower Dragon (Dragon Masters #21)(平裝本)9781338776904 Guarding the Invisible Dragons (Dragon Masters #22)(平裝本)9781338776942 Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #23)(平裝本)9781338776973 Dawn of the Light Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #24)(平裝本)9781338777000 Legend of the Star Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #25)(平裝本)9781339022376 Cave of the Crystal Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #26)(平裝本)9781339022406 Haunting of the Ghost Dragon: A

自然發音拼讀系列Phonics Step-By-Step 4：Long Vowel Digraphs 延續長母音教學主軸，練習常見的複合長母音。複合長母音為兩個母音或字母發一個長母音的音組，認識母音組合變化，產生出新的發音，如：ai/ay、ea/ee、oa/ow等音組。再次強調了學習自然發音法目的。 自然發音拼讀系列Phonics Step-By-Step 5: Gliding Vowels 稱作為Diphthong (雙母音) ，是以兩個字母為主軸，共同發一個音節。在音節裡的兩個母音或兩個字母，組合成一個整體的發音，如：a_l、a_u、a_w、o_i、o_y、o_o、u_e、o_u、o_w 等音組，會在發音時從第一個字母開始發音連動滑音到第二個字母，產生嘴型的變化，以及舌位的滑動，而得名。由於有兩個母音或兩個字母的發音，所有雙母音都有發音的起始和結束。 自然發音拼讀系列Phonics Step-By-Step 6: R-Controlled Vowels 此冊的 R-Controlled Vowels (R 控制的母音) 是以受 R 控制的母音為主軸，當母音 a、e、i、o、u後面接上子音 r 時，子音 r 會影響母音的發音，如： ar、er、ir、or、ur 等音組。這些音組也會有長音〔ɝ〕以及短音〔ɚ〕的不同發音，透過反覆的音組練習，學習者可以快速領略自然發音讓你輕鬆說英文的樂趣。 英語悅讀誌系列Read & Learn-I Love My Mom 媽媽是我們生命中重要的人，本冊陪伴孩子換位思考，體會媽媽的愛與辛勞。 精彩圖文搭配多元見習，I Love My Mom 陪孩子練習用準確的英文，介紹家庭成員及其中的關係，並且好好表達自己的感受。和 Read&Learn 一起，潛進英語的多元宇宙，輕鬆學好英語！ 英語悅讀誌系列Read & Learn-Best Friends Forever 讓孩子學習當一個「好」朋友，發展高情商的表達策略。 豐富圖文搭配多元見習，讓 Best Friends Forever 陪孩子練習用英文克服自我介紹的障礙、可以自信談論休閒興趣。讓我們和 Read & Learn 一起潛進英語的多元宇宙，輕鬆學好英語！ 英語悅讀誌系列Read & Learn -Cats, Dogs and More 教導

Seven titles included in this set: The Lion InsideThe Koala Who CouldThe Squirrels Who SquabbledThe Way Home For WolfThe Whale Who Wanted MoreThe Gecko and the Echo

‘All the world’s a stage’ …For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!This 10-book set includes: Romeo and Juliet, Anthony and Cleopatra, A Midsummer Night's Dream, As You Like It, Cymbeline, Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, Julius Caesar, All's Well That Ends Well and King Lear.

內容介紹: 本書由攀岩博士（Climbing Doctor）Jared Vagy 親自撰寫，適用於所有層級的攀岩者，並提供能幫助讀者無痛攀登的重要知識，讀者可透過一系列的章節學習如何預防傷害產生，了解十種常見攀岩相關傷害的復健方法，並搭配詳盡的步驟說明各項動作的訓練流程。書中內容來自 Vagy 博士針對各種攀岩相關傷害累計數千小時的臨床治療經驗，以及過去 17 年投入的各種攀岩訓練成果（包含傳統攀登、運動攀登、抱石、人工攀登以及大岩壁攀登），其中更整合復健與攀岩動作模式的最新研究。本書是《CLIMB INJURY-FREE : A Proven Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation System》的中譯本。當初小編透過視訊與作者 Vagy 博士洽談取得翻譯權，並經由運動防護員 萬明岳先生細心翻譯，再請到台灣運動傷害防護學會前理事長 李恆儒博士審閱，希望能將本書的防傷與復健知識正確傳達給讀者。本書不僅適合攀岩愛好者、教練與物理治療人員，也適合其他容易有肩頸、手肘、手指、手腕等部位問題的運動者。除了書上印刷的詳細動作示範之外，Vagy 博士也在 theclimbingdoctor.com/video 網址提供付費防傷復健線上示範影片，價格是 19.99 美元，小編也為繁體中文版讀者向作者爭取到福利，只要輸入本書內的折扣碼即可享 5 折優惠。此外，在製作的最後階段，特別邀請到中華民國攀登協會理事長 張以青、臺灣戶外攀岩協會理事長 李涵茹、攀躍物理治療所院長 謝牧潤，以及樂橙物理治療所院長 楊奇恩等專家搶先鑑賞，並獲得一致好評。他們的推薦請看下文介紹。[ 台灣運動傷害防護學會前理事長 李恆儒博士推薦 ]運動傷害的預防與恢復一直是運動醫學領域中的重要課題，而《攀岩抱石防傷與復健 (Climb Injury-Free)》這本書在攀岩這項獨特且挑戰性的運動中，為我們提供了一個系統化且科學化的預防傷害發生的方法。作者 Jared Vagy 博士憑藉其豐富的物理治療經驗，結合攀岩運動的特性，從運動生物力學、肌肉功能、核心力量等多種角度出發，構建了一套完整的攀岩傷害預防的系統。這本書不僅適合專業攀岩運動員，也同樣適合喜愛攀岩的業餘愛好者，甚至讓運動醫學專業人士學習與參考。本書的亮點在於其細緻的指導內容。每一個動作和訓練都有具體的步驟和清晰

This epic 10-book set of magical Greek myths adapted and illustrated for younger readers. Including the stories of Persephone, Athena, Prometheus, the Greek Mythology Collection is a fantastic introduction to the world of Greek gods and goddesses, titans and monsters. Perfect for adventure lovers aged 7+Adapted and illustrated for young readersTitles in this set:1. Eros and Psyche 2. Persephone3. Bellerophon and Pegasus4. Phaethon and the Sun Chariot 5. King Midas6. Daedalus and Icarus 7. Athena and the Naming of Athens 8. Pandora's Box 9. Prometheus10. Battle of the Titans Eros and PsycheAngry that her followers have begun worshipping someone else, Aphrodite, Goddess of Beauty, decides to punish the human Princess Psyche. She tells her son Eros, God of Love, to make Psyche fall in love with the ugliest, meanest creature on Earth.For once, Eros disobeys his mother. He and Psyche fall in love with each other. But when doubt drives them apart, Psyche must complete three impossible t

The ninth volume of the multiple Eisner, Harvey, Hugo, and British Fantasy Award-winning series.Can loyalty and love transcend a history of betrayal and blood?Maika, Kippa, and Ren return to their own world to discover a full year has passed in their absence—and Zinn is back in the clutches of Maika’s father, the megalomaniacal Lord Doctor. From the relative safety of the pirate-controlled Spice Islands, Maika and her friends must regroup, recover, and find a way stop the Lord Doctor’s murderous rampage before he destroys the Known World.Collects issues #49-54.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER · WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER · USA TODAY BESTSELLERA book for all ages, a book for all times, treasured by millions - on its fifth anniversary. Thank you to everyone to whom this book has meant so much. It's meant the world to me. Love Charlie xThis limited edition is bound in midnight blue cloth, with a sky blue ribbon marker and gold gilded page edges. Inside Charlie includes a new message and two new artworks.Follow the tale of a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love. Charlie Mackesy’s The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse was adapted into the Academy Award® and BAFTA winning animated short film.“The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is not only a thought-provoking, discussion-worthy story, the book itself is an object of art.”— New York Times

Jump-start baby's exposure to first words using this beautifully designed board book box set--the perfect gift for newborns and baby showers! Now in a mini size that's great for their small hands! Designed by a professional watercolor artist and licensed speech therapist, Our Very Little Library Board Book Set includes 12 board books that feature charming watercolor illustrations and foundational first words that will help you build your child's vocabulary. The durable materials and extra-small book size also make them perfect for your baby's little hands. Our Very Little Library Board Book Set includes 12 board books that feature foundational words in the following categories: Farm AnimalsForest AnimalsOcean AnimalsWild AnimalsFruits and VeggieToysTransportationFood & DrinkClothesAround the House The back of each board book in this first word series also includes a "seek and find" activity to help parents encourage their little ones to learn to identify the pictures on the page. C

英語悅讀誌系列Read & Learn -Best Friends Forever Best Friends Forever 是 Read & Learns英語悅讀誌的系列讀本之一，讓孩子學習當一個「好」朋友，發展高情商的表達策略。 豐富圖文搭配多元見習，讓 Best Friends Forever 陪孩子練習用英文克服自我介紹的障礙、可以自信談論休閒興趣。讓我們和 Read & Learn 一起潛進英語的多元宇宙，輕鬆學好英語！ 英語悅讀誌系列Read & Learn - Cats, Dogs, And More Cats, Dogs, And More 是 Read&Learn 英語悅讀誌系列的讀本之一，教導孩子與毛夥伴間的相處之道，學習當個負責任的主人！精彩圖文搭配多元習題，讓 Cats, Dogs, And More 陪伴孩子練習用英文探索毛小孩的生活習性、思辨飼養寵物的利弊。和 Read&Learn 英語悅讀誌一起潛進英語的多元宇宙，輕鬆學好英語！ 英語好朋友 套組 悅讀誌Read & Learn，與英語交朋友，多元主題沒煩惱 從孩子與毛小孩的相處之道，至如何用英文自我介紹 精彩圖文搭配生活議題，輕鬆學好英語 ★加贈數位帳號，內含音檔！ ★全系列完整對應藍思閱讀分級表，幫助所有學習者都能悅讀再升級！ ★全系列各冊皆附主題心智圖，深化讀者認知慣性，效率學習不漏接！

Hong Kong and Macau have both been Special Administrative Regions of China since 1999. To this day, however, the two SARs and mainland China have yet to form a cohesive agreement for extradition. Yanhong Yin proposes a theoretical model—the China Arrest Warrant—that fulfils three essential criteria: compliance with the framework of “One Country, Two Systems,” allowance for differences within the three divergent legal systems, and sufficient human rights protection.This model takes direct inspiration from the European Arrest Warrant, which is undergirded by the principle of mutual recognition—the idea that while states may make different decisions on a wide range of matters, results will be accepted as equivalent to decisions made by one’s own state. The success of the European Union’s adoption of mutual recognition across political, economic, and legal situations is instrumental in providing a blueprint for judicial cooperation among mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR. This a

During the nineteenth century, the transpacific world underwent profound transformation, due to the transition from sail to steam navigation that was accompanied by a concomitant reconfiguration of power. This book explores the ways in which diverse Mexican, British, Chinese, and Japanese interests participated, particularly during Porfirio Díaz’s presidency at the peak of Mexico’s participation in the steam network: from its 1860s outset through a time of many revolutionary changes ending with the World War, the Mexican Revolution, the opening of the Panama Canal, and the introduction of a new maritime technology based on vessels run by oil. These transoceanic exchanges, generated within these new geographies of power, contributed not only to the formation of a transpacific region but also to refashioning the Mexican national imaginary. With transnationalism, global and migration studies as its main framework, this study draws upon a dazzling array of primary sources to center Mexico’

The Complete Bridgerton Collection: books one to nine in the worldwide bestselling Bridgerton series.Discover the full Bridgerton story in this spectacular collection of ALL NINE Bridgerton books, the inspiration behind the Netflix phenomenon.In this witty, delightful series, the glamorous Bridgertons reign over Regency society, watched (and gossiped about) by a mysterious columnist known only as Lady Whistledown . . .'Light, pacy and full of feisty heroines' Guardian on the Bridgerton series'Julia Quinn's Bridgerton books take all of the classic tropes we know and love . . . and gives them a thoroughly modern twist. I can't focus on anything else' StylistThe full collection of all nine Bridgerton books - this is a true treat for the Bridgerton-obsessed reader, and an ideal gift for any Bridgerton fans in your life.Julia Quinn's Bridgerton series has now sold well over 1 MILLION copies in the UK - it is a true phenomenon: witty, charming and unforgettably romantic.

這是已故外交巨擘亨利·季辛吉的最後一本著作，他聯手兩位科技領袖，共同探討人工智慧革命帶來的時代挑戰與機遇。這場突破不僅能大幅提升各行各業的能力，更對人類的未來提出了緊迫的問題。人工智慧能吸收數據、主動學習，成為人與現實之間的橋樑，幫助我們應對氣候變遷、地緣衝突及收入不平等等重大危機。它甚至可能解開宇宙奧秘，提升人類精神境界。然而，它同時也會挑戰我們獨立判斷與行動的能力，甚至重新定義我們與神性及自身演化的關係。與科技專家克雷格·蒙迪和埃里克·施密特合著的《創世紀》提出一條在盲目信仰與無謂恐懼之間的平衡之道，為迎接人工智慧時代指引明確方向。NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER USA TODAY BESTSELLER LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER J.P. MORGAN NEXTLIST SELECTIONIn his final book, the late Henry Kissinger joins forces with two leading technologists to mount “a profound exploration” (Walter Isaacson) of the epochal challenges and opportunities presented by the revolution in Artificial Intelligence: a breakthrough that dramatically empowers people in all walks of life while also raising urgent questions about the future of humanity. As it absorbs data, gains agency, and intermediates between humans and reality, AI (Artificial Intelligence) will help us to address enormous crises, from climate change to geopolitical conflicts to income inequa

Benny Chia’s memoir of life on the fringe is a vivacious slice of Hong Kong’s life and cultural development at a time of minimal institutional support. His colourful and anecdotal story will interest culture practitioners as well as the general reader curious about the Fringe Club and its role as a seedbed for local artists and as a venue for international ones, both functions championed by Benny at the helm of this small but important institution housed in a distinctive former ice house in Central. general reader curious about the Fringe Club and its role as a seedbed for local artists and as a venue for international ones, both functions championed by Benny at the helm of this small but important institution housed in a distinctive former ice house in Central.

★ 笨拙又帥氣的偵探企鵝，展開爆笑解謎任務本套書收錄《Mr Penguin》系列4冊，跟著最不按牌理出牌的偵探企鵝展開一連串荒謬又精彩的冒險。在《Lost Treasure》中，他被委託尋找博物館的神祕寶藏；《Fortress of Secrets》則帶他墜落雪山，破解失蹤寵物之謎；《Catastrophic Cruise》登上豪華郵輪，看似度假卻暗藏危機；而在《Tomb of Doom》，他更深入沙漠金字塔，挑戰幾乎不可能完成的任務。主角 Mr Penguin 個性膽小又愛抱怨，卻總在關鍵時刻硬著頭皮前進，搭配冷靜可靠的蜘蛛 Colin，形成強烈反差與笑點。故事融合解謎與冒險元素，加上大量插圖輔助，非常適合作為孩子從圖像閱讀過渡到文字閱讀的橋梁書。Please note that this product is a UK edition, and That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched:Mr. Penguin and A Case of Adventure Series 4 Books Collection Box Set By Alex T Smith (Lost Treasure, Fortress of Secrets, Catastrophic Cruise & Tomb of Doom):Mr Penguin and the Lost Treasure:It has been weeks since Mr Penguin's last adventure and he's been stuck at his desk, twiddling his flippers ever since. That is until the phone rings! Mr Penguin and Colin (a spider and Mr Penguin's silent right hand man) are called in to find the missing treasure somewhere in the Museum of Extraordinary Objects.

The Hong Kong Cemetery in Happy Valley is home to over 470 graves connected to the city’s Japanese population. Most of these graves belong to individuals who died during the Meiji era (1868–1912), a remarkable period of modernisation and opening up of Japan that saw thousands of its inhabitants travel to other parts of the world to study, work, and settle. Who were these people? What were they doing in Hong Kong? And why were unbaptised Japanese buried in what was called at one time the ‘Protestant Cemetery’?Hong Kong’s Meiji-era Japanese community was one of two halves. Company executives sat atop the social ladder and karayuki-san, or prostitutes, occupied the lower echelons, with tradespeople and professionals somewhere in between. By revealing the personal journeys of these mostly forgotten Japanese, the authors aim to add to transnational perspectives on Hong Kong and Japan during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, as well as increase recognition of this fragmented

ASTRATEGISTBEST COOKBOOK TO GIFT THIS YEAR From the James-Beard Award-winning chef,New York Timesbest-selling author, host ofBake Squad,and founder of Milk Bar comes a collection of 100-plus unfussy, oh-so-good sweet and savory recipes inspired by the hit online communityBake Club.Recipes are a mix of the online bake club’s greatest hits as well as all-new future classics.Newbies and seasoned pros, ages ten through one hundred, rule-followers and adventure-seekers alike: Christina Tosi'sBake Clubis open to everyone. Covering all corners of the baking universe—from English Muffins to Glazed Pumpkin Pie Bars, Gummy Bears to Crème Brulée—these are recipes designed to empower home bakers to have fun in the kitchen and to dispel all baking misconceptions:I don’t have enough time, I don’t have the right ingredients, I don’t have a standing mixer,andI’m a terrible baker. That means no fancy ingredients or equipment are required—and modifications are very much allowed!Contains nostalgia-induci

The past and present unravel into staggering truths in this can’t-miss installment of the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series told entirely from Keefe’s point of view.Please be careful. Please be happy. And PLEASE forget all about me. It’ll be better for everyone that way.Those were the last words Keefe Sencen wrote to Sophie Foster before he ran away to the Forbidden Cities. He didn’t want to leave, but it was the only way to keep his friends safe while he figured out how to control his scary new powers and searched for answers about his past.What he found was so much more than adventures in Humanland.Where did he go? What did he do? And who did he meet while the rest of his friends worked to solve the mystery of Stellarlune? The answers go far beyond anything anyone could have ever imagined and give Keefe the power to change his destiny.

這本由國際知名紙藝工程師馬修·萊因哈特創作的立體書，融合經典藝術與現代風格，是收藏家夢寐以求的珍品。書中精彩呈現怪獸之王哥吉拉的豐富歷史，是一場視覺盛宴。欣賞哥吉拉與怪獸島眾多怪獸的精美造型，透過專家撰寫的深入解析與趣味資訊，更全面了解這位經典怪獸。立體書配有可伸展的翻頁、拉動式攻擊機關，以及超過一英尺高的立體場景，堪稱對怪獸之王的至高致敬。內含15份可拆卸文件，詳細記錄哥吉拉及其夥伴與敵人的歷史，完美重現超過70年的怪獸傳奇。Unleash the immense power of Godzilla with this pop-up masterpiece by world-renowned paper engineer Matthew Reinhart featuring vintage artwork reinvented for a modern audience. This one-of-a-kind collectible explores the rich history of Godzilla lore in a visual feast worthy of the King of Monsters.Behold the stunningly stylized renderings of Godzilla and the many monsters from Monster Island in this one-of-a kind collectible. Delve into the lore of the monster with fascinating information and insightful analysis written by an expert in Godzilla's history, while coming face-to-face with the creature in stunning 3-D. Featuring expanding flaps, pull-tab attacks, and one of the tallest pop-ups to ever rise from the depths of a book, this title is a true celebration of the King

The true story of FBI agent Mike Campi who led some of the most relentless and successful attacks on organized crime in American history.A unique and unexpected set of circumstances caused former FBI agent Mike Campi to finally step forward and reveal himself.The result is this tour de force, which details his years operating deeply in the trenches to devastate the mafia.You will learn how he took down a staggering array of mob bosses, underbosses, consiglieri, capos, soldiers, and other legends from all five New York crime families. He takes you inside his investigative, critical, make-or-break moments, which he navigated to achieve astonishing success.Along the way, he provides you with insight into the externalandinternal forces often working to undermine him.And he lifts the curtain to reveal the untold treachery and hypocrisy underlying the real American mafia, as illustrated by the words of one crime boss who was recorded by Mike describing his underlings: “They’re suckers—we jus

《Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Japan》精選日本全國60條一日健行路線，從短短數小時到全天行程，皆附地圖與詳細指引。無論是北海道岩尾別溫泉的森林露天浴池、山形縣靈山的朝聖古道，或宮島寺社巡禮，本書帶領讀者在自然與文化間悠遊。書中涵蓋各地區交通資訊、地形與路線難易度，並提供專家私藏建議與安全小貼士，讓初學者與資深健行者都能安心探索。📖 亮點特色★ 60條嚴選日本健行路線，難度清楚標示。★ 詳細地圖與行程規劃，資訊完整易用。★ 收錄在地專家推薦的私房景點與步道。Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Japan and discover 60 easy escapes into nature, complete with maps and directions.Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors, with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day.Slip into a free rotemburo (outdoor bath) in the forest of Iwaobetsu Onsen.Explore Tohoku's famous pilgrim trail, deep in the sacred mountains of Yamagata Prefecture.Embrace a cultural stroll past temples and shrines on the island of Miyajima.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks JapanDiscover 60 escapes into nature on foot, from short walks to full-day adventures.Each walk features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate

《Lonely Planet: Experience Tokyo》以全新角度帶領讀者探索東京，由當地專家提供第一手建議，並附多元行程規劃工具，方便自行組合1-2週的理想旅程。從攀登富士山、品嚐和菓子，到漫步竹下通觀察潮流風尚，書中收錄各區詳細介紹、節慶活動、隱藏景點與當地美食，並有在地作家分享的「完美一日」行程。彩色攝影與可攜地圖讓旅程規劃更直觀，是結合觀光與文化體驗的實用指南。📖 亮點當地專家提供深度見解與秘境分享行程工具與季節建議，方便靈活規劃收錄東京多區特色、美食與文化活動Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic city, with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip.Discover amazing local experiences — from climbing the inimitable Mt Fuji, to eating traditional Japanese sweets called wagashi, and seeing what the cool kids are wearing when you stroll down fashion mecca Takeshita-dori.Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo travel guide:Our Experience guidebook format reveals exciting new ways to explore epic destinations and plan the ultimate 1–2 week adventure.Local experts share their love for the real Tokyo, offering fresh perspectives into the city's traditions, values, and moder

本書為電影《魔戒：洛汗之戰》的官方視覺指南，完整收錄精美劇照與概念藝術，帶領讀者深入認識角色、場景與生物。故事設定於《魔戒》三部曲事件發生前 183 年，講述洛汗傳奇國王赫姆‧鐵手（Helm Hammerhand）與女兒 Héra，在強敵伍夫（Wulf）率軍進攻時，率領族人死守古老要塞號角堡（後稱聖盔谷）的壯烈戰役。透過詳盡介紹與豐富圖像，讀者可重溫中土世界的壯闊景象，也能感受這場獨立故事中全新的角色與衝突。📖 亮點特色官方授權，收錄電影專屬美術與場景設計詳介全新與熟悉角色、地點及生物適合《魔戒》與中土世界收藏愛好者Lavishly illustrated with breathtaking art and imagery from the highly anticipated new movie, the exclusive Visual Companion is the ultimate introduction to every character, creature and location you will encounter in this epic adventure from the official Lord of the Rings saga.Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan. A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg—a mighty fortress that will later come to be known

9780593487822 Gnome and Rat 1: (A Graphic Novel)9780593487860 Gnome and Rat 2: Time to Party!: (A Graphic Novel)9780593487907 Gnome and Rat 3: First Snow!：(A Graphic Novel)There's snow place like home! Sausage-loving Gnome and pragmatic Rat are BACK and ready to hit the slopes in the third installment of this early graphic novel series.Gnome and Rat can't wait to hang out with Rat's family for Nest Fest! But a blizzard has hit and Gnome wants to enjoy it with snowy activities. Surely, they have enough time to enjoy the snow and arrive on time to the festival... right?Bundle up with these funny friends as they practice their ice dancing skills and break out the Gnomeboggan for a ride to remember. But will they make it to Nest Fest before it's over?One thing is for sure, these two snow exactly how to have a good time on the way: with each other.

NEW YORK TIMESBESTSELLER • In her first cookbook, social media star and baker BetülTunç of Turkuaz Kitchen shares 85 recipes for sweet and savory doughs and the dishes to make with them.BetülTunç's love affair with dough began when she was just eight years old in Erzurum, a city nestled in northeastern Turkey known for its long and snowy winters. During the dark, frosty days, she found solace baking Turkish breads and desserts with her mother and sisters.Betül's enthusiasm for baking, especially for creating sweet and savory doughs from scratch, followed her through her eventual move to the U.S. and the expansion of her family. While searching for a creative outlet to share her cooking in her new home, Betülbegan creating vintage-style videos on Instagram, garnering an audience that grew rapidly with each personal post she shared.InTurkuaz Kitchen,her first cookbook, Betülshares eighty-five recipes for sweet and savory doughs and the dishes to make with them. With inspiration from trad

This humorous and heartwarming graphic novel series is the Baby-Sitters Club for pets! And now the first three books are available in a paw-some boxed set!PAWS: Gabby Gets It TogetherBest friends Gabby, Priya, and Mindy have one big thing in common: they love animals but can't have any pets, so they get the idea to create their own dog-walking business! But life as an entrepreneur is harder than anyone expected. Will the stress tear their friendship apart? PAWS: Mindy Makes Some SpaceWhen Mindy's mom starts dating someone new and the new girl in class shows an interest in joining PAWS, Mindy feels like she’s becoming the odd one out. But when her stubbornness begins to hurt everyone around her, will she be able to overcome her fears and learn that change doesn’t have to be a cat-tastrophe?PAWS: Priya Puts Herself FirstWhen Priya learns her family is being evicted, she dreads having to leave her friends and PAWS behind. So she resorts to a long commute on the bus to keep things the same

Wisdom means learning to live with ambivalence and to embrace uncertaintyHelga Nowotny’s memoir provides a detailed account of her life, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of a woman who defied convention in the male-dominated field of science. From her early days in science and technology studies, where she faced bureaucratic hurdles, to her influential role in shaping the European Research Council, Nowotny offers a candid look at her career. She shares personal stories of navigating the complexities of academia and policy, revealing the uncertainties and contingencies that shaped her life and work. This memoir resonates with anyone who has pursued a path less traveled, and offers a glimpse into the resilience and ambition required to succeed in challenging environments.Future Needs Wisdom is not really a memoir, nor is it an intellectual history, nor is it entirely a personalreflection or a summative philosophy. It is, in fact, all of these things fused together: her life, her

This commentary on the Analects will bring you back in time to meet the Sage whose teachings on benevolence and integrity are deeply infused within the Chinese culture。 Confucius’ students included political advisors，military strategists，educators，businessmen，philosophers，warlords，and kings。 How could he possibly teach his way so calmly and gracefully through states and kingdoms of hegemons vying for regional power？ Who was this man！？ This is a book by two masters，one ancient and one contemporary，both enigmatic。 The lives of Confucius and Master Nan Huai-Chin (Nan Huaijin)，in many ways，parallel each other。 Both lived through tumultuous times，both had to leave their home state and wander only to return in old age to their birthplace。 They were teachers，learned in many fields and arts and in life itself，but not scholars in the traditional sense；rather，they were masters of all they engaged in。 They had students from all walks of life，were advisors of statesmen of all ranks and were flan

Adapted and illustrated editions of classic gothic literature at easy-to-read levels for a new generation of readers aged 7+.An opera house haunted by a musical spirit and a castle whose owner sleeps in a coffin are just two of the places these ten spooky stories transport readers to. Based on the world’s most famous gothic literature, they have been simplified and sanitised for a younger audience, with all the excitement and thrills of the originals.Includes QR codes for the FREE audiobooks!This 10-book box set includes adapted and illustrated editions of 01-Dracula02-Frankenstein03-Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde04-The Phantom of the Opera05-The Picture of Dorian Gray06-The Legend of Sleepy Hollow07-The Ghost Pirates08-The Fall of the House of Usher09- The Mysteries of Udolpho10-The Invisible Man

Most histories of Hong Kong begin with the arrival of the British, and only incidentally mention the precolonial eras. In this book, Patrick Hase, one of the leaders in the field, provides an important addition to the history of Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta region, covering topics such as Chinese ethnicity, commerce, port-towns, and squatting. It is a truly excellent work that will interest historians, anthropologists, and social scientists.—James L. WatsonFairbank Professor of Chinese Society and Anthropology Emeritus,Harvard UniversityThis book, an historical and archaeological portrayal of Hong Kong market villages across the territory, depicts how Hong Kong evolved not through chronicles of emperors and governors but through the ups and downs of different centres of rural life over the centuries. It belongs beyond the bookshelves of historians and archaeologists—anyone wandering the streets of Hong Kong neighbourhoods today wondering “how did this place get to be here?” wil

A collection of ten of the most well-loved and timeless children’s stories. Fondly repackaged, adapted and illustrated to be enjoyed by readers 7+. Whether you are young or old, these stories are filled with adventure and fun! Follow Dorothy into the magical land of Oz or experience the excitement and danger of the jungle with Mowgli the man-cub; or perhaps you prefer to kick back and relax with Ratty and Mole enjoying the peace of the riverbank.Ten titles included:Alice’s Adventures in WonderlandThe Wonderful Wizard of OzAnne of Green GablesThe Jungle BookThe Adventures of PinocchioThe Secret GardenThe Wind and the WillowsBlack BeautyThe Railway ChildrenThe Call of the Wild

With Our Little Library Vol. 2, you can jump-start your baby's exposure to first words using this beautifully designed board book box set—the perfect gift for newborns and baby showers!Designed by a professional watercolor artist and licensed speech therapist, Our Little Library Vol. 2 includes five new board books that feature charming watercolor illustrations and foundational first words that will help you build your child's vocabulary. The durable materials and small book size also make them perfect for your baby's little hands.Our Little Library Vol. 2 includes five board books that feature foundational words in the following categories:Ocean AnimalsSafari AnimalsFood & DrinkClothesAround the HouseThe back of each board book in this first words box set also includes a "seek and find" activity to help parents encourage their little ones to learn to identify the pictures on the page.Created by speech therapist Tabitha Paige, MS, CCC-SLP, author of the best-selling set Our Little

Magic Painting Advent Calendar A pre-Christmas gift with 24 beautiful little Magic Painting books that will keep children entertained.Discover 24 beautifully-illustrated Magic Painting books to count down to Christmas!This luxury advent calendar contains a festively illustrated Magic Painting book behind each window - plus, behind the first window you'll also find a high-quality, wood-handled brush. Simply use the brush to sweep water over the black-and-white designs in the books and vibrant hues magically appear!Count down the days to Christmas by painting enchanting images of elves, stars, Christmas trees, decorations and much, much more. Each little book contains four beautifully detailed magic painting images, plus an insert card to stop water from seeping through to the pages below. As the big day approaches, watch out for images of reindeer, Christmas stockings and of course Santa himself!Fingerprint Activities Santa's WorkshopCreate magical fingerprinted festive scenes feat