Reference & Language in Nonfiction eBooks

A Winters Tale: The Wreck of the Florizel

The Wreck of the Florizel

by Cassie Brown ...

It was a snowy, stormy night, that February 23, 1918, when the sturdy S.S. Florizelsteamed out of St. John's harbour, bound for Halifax and New York. Captain William Martin, a cautious and competent skipper, encountered thick ice and heavy winds as he headed down the treacherous Newfoundland coast. But these circumstances did not account for the ship's slow speed. Just before dawn, over nine hours ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

It was a snowy, stormy night, that February 23, 1918, when the sturdy S.S. Florizelsteamed out of St. John's harbour, bound for Halifax and New York. Captain William Martin, a cautious and competent skipper, encountered thick ice and heavy winds as he headed down the treacherous Newfoundland coast. But these circumstances did not account for the ship's slow speed. Just before dawn, over nine hours
... Read more
Anti-Intellectualism in American Life

by Richard Hofstadter ...

Winner of the 1964 Pulitzer Prize in NonfictionAnti-Intellectualism in American Life is a book which throws light on many features of the American character. Its concern is not merely to portray the scorners of intellect in American life, but to say something about what the intellectual is, and can be, as a force in a democratic society."As Mr. Hofstadter unfolds the fascinating story, it is no ... Read more

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Winner of the 1964 Pulitzer Prize in NonfictionAnti-Intellectualism in American Life is a book which throws light on many features of the American character. Its concern is not merely to portray the scorners of intellect in American life, but to say something about what the intellectual is, and can be, as a force in a democratic society."As Mr. Hofstadter unfolds the fascinating story, it is no
... Read more
Super Structure: The Key to Unleashing the Power of Story

by James Scott Bell ...

Series Book 2 - Bell's Knockout Fiction Series
Story loves structure...and so do readers!Super Structure represents over two decades of research on what makes a novel or screenplay entertaining, commercial, original, and irresistible. Contrary to what some may think, structure is not a nasty inhibitor of creativity. Quite the opposite. Properly understood and utilized, structure is what translates story into a form readers are wired to receive ... Read more

$5.99 CAD

Story loves structure...and so do readers!Super Structure represents over two decades of research on what makes a novel or screenplay entertaining, commercial, original, and irresistible. Contrary to what some may think, structure is not a nasty inhibitor of creativity. Quite the opposite. Properly understood and utilized, structure is what translates story into a form readers are wired to receive
... Read more
Bright Not Broken

Gifted Kids, ADHD, and Autism

by Diane M. Kennedy, Rebecca S. Banks, Temple Grandin ...

The future of our society depends on our gifted children—the population in which we’ll find our next Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, or Virginia Woolf. Yet the gifts and talents of some of our most brilliant kids may never be recognized because these children fall into a group known as twice exceptional, or “2e.” Twice exceptional kids are both gifted and diagnosed with a disability—often ADHD or ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

The future of our society depends on our gifted children—the population in which we’ll find our next Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, or Virginia Woolf. Yet the gifts and talents of some of our most brilliant kids may never be recognized because these children fall into a group known as twice exceptional, or “2e.” Twice exceptional kids are both gifted and diagnosed with a disability—often ADHD or
... Read more
English Grammar - Theory and Exercises

by myebook ...

"English Grammar - Theory and Exercises" presents the most important elements of English Grammar in a clear and simple manner. The book addresses all those who want to learn English, regardless of age, offering, through clear explanations and algorithms, a better and faster understanding of English grammar. Each lesson is accompanied by examples and exercises. The book contains 900 exercises. ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

"English Grammar - Theory and Exercises" presents the most important elements of English Grammar in a clear and simple manner. The book addresses all those who want to learn English, regardless of age, offering, through clear explanations and algorithms, a better and faster understanding of English grammar. Each lesson is accompanied by examples and exercises. The book contains 900 exercises.
... Read more
Retirement Without Borders

How to Retire Abroad--in Mexico, France, Italy, Spain, Costa Rica, Panama, and Other Sunny, Foreign Places (And the Secret to Making It Happen Without Stress)

by Barry Golson ...

“The single best guide we’ve seen to retiring abroad.” —The Wall Street JournalA comprehensive and engaging guide for retiring abroad with practical information on logistics, costs, health care, and more by acclaimed journalist Barry Golson.Barry Golson knows all about retiring abroad—he and his wife, Thia, have lived in six different countries. Now they choose expatriate-friendly locales around ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

“The single best guide we’ve seen to retiring abroad.” —The Wall Street JournalA comprehensive and engaging guide for retiring abroad with practical information on logistics, costs, health care, and more by acclaimed journalist Barry Golson.Barry Golson knows all about retiring abroad—he and his wife, Thia, have lived in six different countries. Now they choose expatriate-friendly locales around
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What's in a Word?

Fascinating Stories of More Than 350 Everyday Words and Phrases

by Webb Garrison ...

A compendium containing the origins and history of some of the most common words and phrases in the English language.Once upon a time . . .Tying the knot actually involved tying a knot—not saying vows. Meanwhile, a thinking cap wasn't just a cute idea for schoolchildren, but an actual hat worn by scholars in the Middle Ages. Oh, and when you make no bones about something, you should consider ... Read more

$17.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A compendium containing the origins and history of some of the most common words and phrases in the English language.Once upon a time . . .Tying the knot actually involved tying a knot—not saying vows. Meanwhile, a thinking cap wasn't just a cute idea for schoolchildren, but an actual hat worn by scholars in the Middle Ages. Oh, and when you make no bones about something, you should consider
... Read more
The Strategist

Be the Leader Your Business Needs

by Cynthia Montgomery ...

Based on an acclaimed professor's legendary strategy course at Harvard Business School, The Strategist offers a radically new perspective on a leader's most vital role."Are you a strategist?" That's the first question Cynthia Montgomery asks the business owners and senior executives from all over the world who participate in her highly regarded executive education course. It's not a question they ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

Based on an acclaimed professor's legendary strategy course at Harvard Business School, The Strategist offers a radically new perspective on a leader's most vital role."Are you a strategist?" That's the first question Cynthia Montgomery asks the business owners and senior executives from all over the world who participate in her highly regarded executive education course. It's not a question they
... Read more
Emily Post's Etiquette, 19th Edition

Manners for Today

by Lizzie Post, Daniel Post Senning ...

Completely revised and updated with a focus on civility and inclusion, the 19th edition of Emily Post’s Etiquette is the most trusted resource for navigating life’s every situation with essential modern manners.From social networking to social graces, Emily Post is the definitive source on etiquette for generations of Americans. That tradition continues with the fully revised and updated 19th ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

Completely revised and updated with a focus on civility and inclusion, the 19th edition of Emily Post’s Etiquette is the most trusted resource for navigating life’s every situation with essential modern manners.From social networking to social graces, Emily Post is the definitive source on etiquette for generations of Americans. That tradition continues with the fully revised and updated 19th
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An Incomplete Education

3,684 Things You Should Have Learned but Probably Didn't

by Judy Jones, William Wilson ...

A completely updated, revised edition of the classic, outfitted with a whole new arsenal of indispensable knowledge on global affairs, popular culture, economic trends, scientific principles, and modern arts. Here’s your chance to brush up on all those subjects you slept through in school, reacquaint yourself with all the facts you once knew (then promptly forgot), catch up on major developments ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

A completely updated, revised edition of the classic, outfitted with a whole new arsenal of indispensable knowledge on global affairs, popular culture, economic trends, scientific principles, and modern arts. Here’s your chance to brush up on all those subjects you slept through in school, reacquaint yourself with all the facts you once knew (then promptly forgot), catch up on major developments
... Read more
University Bad Boy

Une romance new adult sur fond de vengeance

by Julie Perry ...

Se venger ou succomber à la tentation ?« Ta première fois sera un putain de feu d’artifice, Starlight. » Quatre ans plus tard, les paroles de Rafael résonnent encore dans les oreilles de Becca. Mais au désir se mêle désormais en elle un besoin plus profond, plus dévastateur : celui de se venger. Car le membre insaisissable des Dark Angels l’a trahie juste au moment où elle s’ouvrait à lui. Pire, ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Se venger ou succomber à la tentation ?« Ta première fois sera un putain de feu d’artifice, Starlight. » Quatre ans plus tard, les paroles de Rafael résonnent encore dans les oreilles de Becca. Mais au désir se mêle désormais en elle un besoin plus profond, plus dévastateur : celui de se venger. Car le membre insaisissable des Dark Angels l’a trahie juste au moment où elle s’ouvrait à lui. Pire,
... Read more
The Temptation to Exist

by E. M. Cioran ...

Translated by Richard Howard ...

This collection of eleven essays originally appeared in France thirty years ago and created a literary whirlwind on the Left Bank. Cioran writes incisively about Western civilizations, the writer, the novel, mystics, apostles, and philosophers.The Temptation to Exist first introduced this brilliant European thinker twenty years ago to American readers, in a superb translation by Richard Howard. ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

This collection of eleven essays originally appeared in France thirty years ago and created a literary whirlwind on the Left Bank. Cioran writes incisively about Western civilizations, the writer, the novel, mystics, apostles, and philosophers.The Temptation to Exist first introduced this brilliant European thinker twenty years ago to American readers, in a superb translation by Richard Howard.
... Read more
Five Stars

The Communication Secrets to Get from Good to Great

by Carmine Gallo ...

“As technology threatens to displace countless jobs and skills, the ability to communicate is becoming more important than ever. This book is full of examples to help you get better at transporting your thoughts and emotions into the minds of other people.” —Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take, Originals, and Option B with Sheryl SandbergHow to master the art of ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

“As technology threatens to displace countless jobs and skills, the ability to communicate is becoming more important than ever. This book is full of examples to help you get better at transporting your thoughts and emotions into the minds of other people.” —Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take, Originals, and Option B with Sheryl SandbergHow to master the art of
... Read more
The Stack and Tilt Swing

The Definitive Guide to the Swing That Is Remaking Golf

by Michael Bennett, Andy Plummer ...

An in-depth, full-color, step-by-step guide to the new golf swing that has taken the PGA Tour by stormThe traditional golf swing requires a level of coordination that few golfers have. So it's no surprise that, despite huge advances in club and ball technology, the average golf handicap in America has dropped by only one stroke since 1990. Maverick golf instructors Michael Bennett and Andy Plummer ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

An in-depth, full-color, step-by-step guide to the new golf swing that has taken the PGA Tour by stormThe traditional golf swing requires a level of coordination that few golfers have. So it's no surprise that, despite huge advances in club and ball technology, the average golf handicap in America has dropped by only one stroke since 1990. Maverick golf instructors Michael Bennett and Andy Plummer
... Read more
I Want My Daddy

by Casey Watson ...

A 5-year-old boy, Ethan, is brought to Casey in the middle of the night after the sudden death of his young mother after a drug overdose.Estranged from her parents, Ethan’s mum had been abused by her ex-partner, and began taking drugs to cope. Ethan is obviously lost and bewildered, and regularly wakes up screaming for his mum in the night. He begins to lash out at other kids at school and his ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

A 5-year-old boy, Ethan, is brought to Casey in the middle of the night after the sudden death of his young mother after a drug overdose.Estranged from her parents, Ethan’s mum had been abused by her ex-partner, and began taking drugs to cope. Ethan is obviously lost and bewildered, and regularly wakes up screaming for his mum in the night. He begins to lash out at other kids at school and his
... Read more
Creating Innovators

The Making of Young People Who Will Change the World

by Tony Wagner ...

From a prominent educator, author, and founder of Harvard’s Change Leadership Group comes a provocative look at why innovation is today’s most essential real-world skill and what young people need from parents, teachers, and employers to become the innovators of America’s future.In this groundbreaking book, education expert Tony Wagner provides a powerful rationale for developing an innovation ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

From a prominent educator, author, and founder of Harvard’s Change Leadership Group comes a provocative look at why innovation is today’s most essential real-world skill and what young people need from parents, teachers, and employers to become the innovators of America’s future.In this groundbreaking book, education expert Tony Wagner provides a powerful rationale for developing an innovation
... Read more
100 Deadly Skills: Survival Edition

The SEAL Operative's Guide to Surviving in the Wild and Being Prepared for Any Disaster

by Clint Emerson ...

Series series 100 Deadly Skills
From national bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Clint Emerson comes the essential guide for surviving today’s emergencies—from navigating in the wild to staying alive in any disaster.These 100 skills, adapted for civilians from actual field experiences of special forces operations, offer a complete hands-on and practical guide to help you survive in the wild no matter the climate or terrain ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

From national bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Clint Emerson comes the essential guide for surviving today’s emergencies—from navigating in the wild to staying alive in any disaster.These 100 skills, adapted for civilians from actual field experiences of special forces operations, offer a complete hands-on and practical guide to help you survive in the wild no matter the climate or terrain
... Read more
Paperweight

by Stephen Fry ...

A hilarious collection of the many articles written by Stephen Fry for magazines, newspapers and radio. It includes selected wireless essays of Donald Trefusis, the ageing professor of philology brought to life in Fry's novel The Liar, and the best of Fry's weekly column for the Daily Telegraph.Perfect to dip into but just as enjoyable to read cover to cover, this book, perhaps more than any other ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

A hilarious collection of the many articles written by Stephen Fry for magazines, newspapers and radio. It includes selected wireless essays of Donald Trefusis, the ageing professor of philology brought to life in Fry's novel The Liar, and the best of Fry's weekly column for the Daily Telegraph.Perfect to dip into but just as enjoyable to read cover to cover, this book, perhaps more than any other
... Read more
A Little Book of Eternal Wisdom

by Blessed Henry Suso, Wyatt North ...

This book comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents, divided by each section.The first writing from the pen of Suso was the Büchlein der Wahrheit (Little Book of Truth), which he issued while a student at Cologne. Its doctrine was unfavourably criticized in some circlesvery probably on account of its author's close relations with Eckhart, who had just been called upon to explain or to ... Read more

$1.40 CAD

This book comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents, divided by each section.The first writing from the pen of Suso was the Büchlein der Wahrheit (Little Book of Truth), which he issued while a student at Cologne. Its doctrine was unfavourably criticized in some circlesvery probably on account of its author's close relations with Eckhart, who had just been called upon to explain or to
... Read more
101 Essential iPad Tips & Tricks

by Imagine Publishing ...

As the iPad continues to develop, it can be a challenge to keep up with its new releases and impressive features. Revolutionary developments introduced by iOS 5 and the new iPad mean its often difficult to know where to start. The 101 Essential Tips & Tricks is here to make your life a little easier, by selecting the very best hints to extend the functionality of your tablet. Featuring Apple and ... Read more

$1.99 CAD

As the iPad continues to develop, it can be a challenge to keep up with its new releases and impressive features. Revolutionary developments introduced by iOS 5 and the new iPad mean its often difficult to know where to start. The 101 Essential Tips & Tricks is here to make your life a little easier, by selecting the very best hints to extend the functionality of your tablet. Featuring Apple and
... Read more
In Destiny's Hands

Five Tragic Rulers, Children of Maria Theresa

by Justin C. Vovk ...

Justin Vovks In Destinys Hands is the heartbreaking story of five children of Austrias iconic empress, Maria Theresa, who watched as their royal worlds were ripped apart by tragedy and epic misfortunes. These are the stories of Joseph, whose disastrous reign forced Austria to the brink of civil war; Amalia, the brazen and scandalous duchess who married a boy-prince and died exiled and forgotten; ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

Justin Vovks In Destinys Hands is the heartbreaking story of five children of Austrias iconic empress, Maria Theresa, who watched as their royal worlds were ripped apart by tragedy and epic misfortunes. These are the stories of Joseph, whose disastrous reign forced Austria to the brink of civil war; Amalia, the brazen and scandalous duchess who married a boy-prince and died exiled and forgotten;
... Read more
Mathematical Tables: Fourier Transforms (Mobi Study Guides)

by MobileReference ...

Students and research workers in mathematics, physics, engineering and other sciences will find this compilation invaluable. All the information included is practical, rarely used results are excluded. Great care has been taken to present all results concisely and clearly. Excellent to keep as a handy reference! If you don't have a lot of time but want to excel in class, this book helps you: Brush ... Read more

$1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Students and research workers in mathematics, physics, engineering and other sciences will find this compilation invaluable. All the information included is practical, rarely used results are excluded. Great care has been taken to present all results concisely and clearly. Excellent to keep as a handy reference! If you don't have a lot of time but want to excel in class, this book helps you: Brush
... Read more
The Glamour of Grammar

A Guide to the Magic and Mystery of Practical English

by Roy Peter Clark ...

"Very much a manual for the 21st century . . . a welcome addition to the bookshelf of anyone who cares about language-and is willing to argue about it." — New York Times Book ReviewEarly in the history of English, the words "grammar" and "glamour" meant the same thing: the power to charm. Roy Peter Clark, author of Writing Tools, aims to put the glamour back in grammar with this fun, engaging ... Read more

$12.99 CAD

"Very much a manual for the 21st century . . . a welcome addition to the bookshelf of anyone who cares about language-and is willing to argue about it." — New York Times Book ReviewEarly in the history of English, the words "grammar" and "glamour" meant the same thing: the power to charm. Roy Peter Clark, author of Writing Tools, aims to put the glamour back in grammar with this fun, engaging
... Read more
Street-Fighting Mathematics

The Art of Educated Guessing and Opportunistic Problem Solving

by Sanjoy Mahajan ...

This practical guide to educated guessing shows you how to find answers to partly-defined mathematical problems—without needing proof or an exact calculation.In problem solving, as in street fighting, rules are for fools: do whatever works—don’t just stand there! Yet we often fear an unjustified leap even though it may land us on a correct result. Traditional mathematics teaching is largely about ... Read more

$36.99 CAD

This practical guide to educated guessing shows you how to find answers to partly-defined mathematical problems—without needing proof or an exact calculation.In problem solving, as in street fighting, rules are for fools: do whatever works—don’t just stand there! Yet we often fear an unjustified leap even though it may land us on a correct result. Traditional mathematics teaching is largely about
... Read more

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