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How to Be a Person in the World

Ask Polly's Guide Through the Paradoxes of Modern Life

by Heather Havrilesky ...

New York Times Bestseller • From the "best advice columnist of her generation” (Esquire) comes a hilarious, frank, and witty collection of all-new responses, plus a few greatest hits from the beloved "Ask Polly" column in New York magazine’s The Cut.Should you quit your day job to follow your dreams? How do you rein in an overbearing mother? Will you ever stop dating wishy-washy, noncommittal guys ... Read more

$8.99 USD

New York Times Bestseller • From the "best advice columnist of her generation” (Esquire) comes a hilarious, frank, and witty collection of all-new responses, plus a few greatest hits from the beloved "Ask Polly" column in New York magazine’s The Cut.Should you quit your day job to follow your dreams? How do you rein in an overbearing mother? Will you ever stop dating wishy-washy, noncommittal guys
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365 Games & Puzzles to Keep Your Mind Sharp

by Kim Chamberlain ...

Series series Brain Workout
Short and Fun Activities Designed to Train and Maintain Your BrainTaking care of your brain is just as beneficial as taking care of the rest of your body-research has shown that training games help improve memory, concentration, problem-solving skills, processing speed, creativity, and reasoning. 365 Games & Puzzles to Keep Your Mind Sharp provides a year’s worth of challenging mental activities ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Short and Fun Activities Designed to Train and Maintain Your BrainTaking care of your brain is just as beneficial as taking care of the rest of your body-research has shown that training games help improve memory, concentration, problem-solving skills, processing speed, creativity, and reasoning. 365 Games & Puzzles to Keep Your Mind Sharp provides a year’s worth of challenging mental activities
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Finger Exercises for Poets

by Dorianne Laux ...

An illuminating book of concise craft essays and exercises for poets, from Pulitzer Prize finalist and The Poet’s Companion coauthor Dorianne Laux.From “a poet of immense insight and masterful craft” (Kwame Dawes), Finger Exercises for Poets is an engaging and inspiriting invitation to practice poetry alongside one of its masters. With wide-ranging examples from classic and contemporary poets, ... Read more

$12.99 USD

An illuminating book of concise craft essays and exercises for poets, from Pulitzer Prize finalist and The Poet’s Companion coauthor Dorianne Laux.From “a poet of immense insight and masterful craft” (Kwame Dawes), Finger Exercises for Poets is an engaging and inspiriting invitation to practice poetry alongside one of its masters. With wide-ranging examples from classic and contemporary poets,
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A Concise Guide to Technical Communication

by Heather Graves, Roger Graves ...

This compact but complete guide shows that less is more—with fewer extraneous details getting in the way of students trying to learn on the run, it allows them to focus on the most important principles of effective technical communication. The Concise Guide takes a rhetorical approach to technical communication; instead of setting up a list of rules that should be applied uniformly to all writing ... Read more

$36.99 USD

This compact but complete guide shows that less is more—with fewer extraneous details getting in the way of students trying to learn on the run, it allows them to focus on the most important principles of effective technical communication. The Concise Guide takes a rhetorical approach to technical communication; instead of setting up a list of rules that should be applied uniformly to all writing
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Four Chapters

by Rabindranath Tagore ...

Translated by Radha Chakravarty ...

Passion and politics intertwine in Char Adhyay (1934), Rabindranath Tagore's last and perhaps most controversial novel, set in the context of the freedom struggle in pre-Independent India. Ela, a young working woman, comes under the spell of Indranath, a charismatic political activist who advocates the path of terror. She joins his band of underground rebels, vowing never to marry, and to devote ... Read more

$1.99 USD

Passion and politics intertwine in Char Adhyay (1934), Rabindranath Tagore's last and perhaps most controversial novel, set in the context of the freedom struggle in pre-Independent India. Ela, a young working woman, comes under the spell of Indranath, a charismatic political activist who advocates the path of terror. She joins his band of underground rebels, vowing never to marry, and to devote
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Without Precedent

Chief Justice John Marshall and His Times

by Joel Richard Paul ...

From the author of Unlikely Allies and Indivisible comes the remarkable story of John Marshall who, as chief justice, statesman, and diplomat, played a pivotal role in the founding of the United States.No member of America's Founding Generation had a greater impact on the Constitution and the Supreme Court than John Marshall, and no one did more to preserve the delicate unity of the fledgling ... Read more

$8.99 USD

From the author of Unlikely Allies and Indivisible comes the remarkable story of John Marshall who, as chief justice, statesman, and diplomat, played a pivotal role in the founding of the United States.No member of America's Founding Generation had a greater impact on the Constitution and the Supreme Court than John Marshall, and no one did more to preserve the delicate unity of the fledgling
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Stoicism and the Art of Happiness

Practical wisdom for everyday life: embrace perseverance, strength and happiness with stoic philosophy

by Donald Robertson ...

Readers love Stoicism and the Art of Happiness'Just what the aspiring student of Stoicism needs' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review**'**The best self-teaching book on stoicism you'll find' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Absolutely loved this - outstanding book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader reviewAncient truths that will revolutioni... ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Readers love Stoicism and the Art of Happiness'Just what the aspiring student of Stoicism needs' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review**'**The best self-teaching book on stoicism you'll find' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Absolutely loved this - outstanding book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader reviewAncient truths that will revolutioni...
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Homeschooling For Dummies

by Jennifer Kaufeld ...

Homeschool with confidence with help from this bookCurious about homeschooling? Ready to jump in? Homeschooling For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides parents with a thorough overview of why and how to homeschool. One of the fastest growing trends in American education, homeschooling has risen by more than 61% over the last decade. This book is packed with practical advice and straightforward guidance ... Read more

$17.00 USD

Homeschool with confidence with help from this bookCurious about homeschooling? Ready to jump in? Homeschooling For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides parents with a thorough overview of why and how to homeschool. One of the fastest growing trends in American education, homeschooling has risen by more than 61% over the last decade. This book is packed with practical advice and straightforward guidance
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Spanish Verb Conjugation and Tenses Practice Volume II: Learn Spanish Verb Conjugation with Step by Step Spanish Examples Quick and Easy in Your Car Lesson by Lesson

by Authentic Language Books ...

This book was created with the listener in mind. Purchase the audiobook version of this book for the best and most effective learning experience!If you are looking to learn Spanish in a fast, simple way without entering a classroom then you have chosen the perfect book. Spanish Verb Conjugations and Tenses Practice a comprehensive and simple program for learning Spanish Verb Conjugation With Step ... Read more

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This book was created with the listener in mind. Purchase the audiobook version of this book for the best and most effective learning experience!If you are looking to learn Spanish in a fast, simple way without entering a classroom then you have chosen the perfect book. Spanish Verb Conjugations and Tenses Practice a comprehensive and simple program for learning Spanish Verb Conjugation With Step
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The Black Side of the River

Race, Language, and Belonging in Washington, DC

by Jessica A. Grieser ...

An insightful exploration of the impact of urban change on Black culture, identity, and languageAcross the United States, cities are changing. Gentrification is transforming urban landscapes, often pushing local Black populations to the margins. As a result, communities with rich histories and strong identities grapple with essential questions. What does it mean to be from a place in flux? What ... Read more

$28.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An insightful exploration of the impact of urban change on Black culture, identity, and languageAcross the United States, cities are changing. Gentrification is transforming urban landscapes, often pushing local Black populations to the margins. As a result, communities with rich histories and strong identities grapple with essential questions. What does it mean to be from a place in flux? What
... Read more
Family Handyman Do-It-Yourself Basics

Edited by Family Handyman ...

Series series Family Handyman DIY Basics
**Save Thousands! Tackle the Easy Fixes YourselfOver 120 Step-by-Step Secrets RevealedThe Basics Everyone Can Master**Don’t pay a professional tons of money! We make it so easy for you to tackle the tasks yourself. Below are some of the everyday projects you will find in here to make your life easier and your household more self-sufficient:Cleaning & replacing filtersEasy plumbing fixesPainting ... Read more

$13.99 USD

**Save Thousands! Tackle the Easy Fixes YourselfOver 120 Step-by-Step Secrets RevealedThe Basics Everyone Can Master**Don’t pay a professional tons of money! We make it so easy for you to tackle the tasks yourself. Below are some of the everyday projects you will find in here to make your life easier and your household more self-sufficient:Cleaning & replacing filtersEasy plumbing fixesPainting
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William Shakespeare: The Complete Works

(37 plays, 160 sonnets and 5 Poetry Books With Active Table of Contents)(Bauer Classics)

by William Shakespeare, Bauer Books ...

Series Book 1 - All Time Best Writers
This book, newly updated, contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!This collection gathers together the works by William Shakespeare in a single, convenient, high quality, and extremely low priced Kindle volume!COMEDIESThe Comedy of ErrorsThe Taming of the ShrewThe Two Gentlemen of VeronaLove’s Labor’s LostA Midsummer Night’s DreamThe Merchant of Venice.. ... Read more

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This book, newly updated, contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!This collection gathers together the works by William Shakespeare in a single, convenient, high quality, and extremely low priced Kindle volume!COMEDIESThe Comedy of ErrorsThe Taming of the ShrewThe Two Gentlemen of VeronaLove’s Labor’s LostA Midsummer Night’s DreamThe Merchant of Venice..
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Nominal Things

Bronzes in the Making of Medieval China

by Jeffrey Moser ...

How the medieval study of ancient bronzes influenced the production of knowledge and the making of things in East Asia.This book opens in eleventh-century China, where scholars were the first in world history to systematically illustrate and document ancient artifacts. As Jeffrey Moser argues, the visual, technical, and conceptual mechanisms they developed to record these objects laid the ... Read more

$41.99 USD

How the medieval study of ancient bronzes influenced the production of knowledge and the making of things in East Asia.This book opens in eleventh-century China, where scholars were the first in world history to systematically illustrate and document ancient artifacts. As Jeffrey Moser argues, the visual, technical, and conceptual mechanisms they developed to record these objects laid the
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Teaching and Learning through Reflective Practice

A Practical Guide for Positive Action

by Tony Ghaye ...

Now in its second edition, Teaching and Learning through Reflective Practice is a practical guide to enable all those involved in educational activities to learn through the practices of reflection. The book highlights the power that those responsible for teaching and learning have to appraise, understand and positively transform their teaching. Seeing the teacher as a reflective learner, the book ... Read more

$68.99 USD

Now in its second edition, Teaching and Learning through Reflective Practice is a practical guide to enable all those involved in educational activities to learn through the practices of reflection. The book highlights the power that those responsible for teaching and learning have to appraise, understand and positively transform their teaching. Seeing the teacher as a reflective learner, the book
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The Story of Doctor Dolittle - The Original Classic Edition

by Lofting Hugh ...

I read The Story of Doctor Dolittle for the first time when I was seven. Recently I read this new edition wih is terrific. The revisions are obvious to one who read the original work, but they are sensible and reflect Loftings intentions while reflecting modern thought. ons are beautiful. I would still recommend that older children and adults read the original, to learn a bit about Loftings time. ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

I read The Story of Doctor Dolittle for the first time when I was seven. Recently I read this new edition wih is terrific. The revisions are obvious to one who read the original work, but they are sensible and reflect Loftings intentions while reflecting modern thought. ons are beautiful. I would still recommend that older children and adults read the original, to learn a bit about Loftings time.
... Read more
Jus Cogens

International Law and Social Contract

by Thomas Weatherall ...

One of the most complex doctrines in contemporary international law, jus cogens is the immediate product of the socialization of the international community following the Second World War. However, the doctrine resonates in a centuries-old legal tradition which constrains the dynamics of voluntarism that characterize conventional international law. To reconcile this modern iteration of individual ... Read more

$40.99 USD

One of the most complex doctrines in contemporary international law, jus cogens is the immediate product of the socialization of the international community following the Second World War. However, the doctrine resonates in a centuries-old legal tradition which constrains the dynamics of voluntarism that characterize conventional international law. To reconcile this modern iteration of individual
... Read more
Essential Art Therapy Exercises for Children and Teens

Effective Techniques for Anxiety, Anger, Worry, and Building Confidence

by Leah Guzman ...

Learning how to manage emotions is essential to the development of young people. Board certified art therapist and professional artist Leah Guzman shares 88 fun exercises to help young people learn how to better understand themselves and explore their feelings.Accompanied with helpful videos, these creative exercises support young people to build self-esteem, explore emotions, increase coping ... Read more

$22.99 USD

Learning how to manage emotions is essential to the development of young people. Board certified art therapist and professional artist Leah Guzman shares 88 fun exercises to help young people learn how to better understand themselves and explore their feelings.Accompanied with helpful videos, these creative exercises support young people to build self-esteem, explore emotions, increase coping
... Read more
What's Your Creative Type?

Harness the Power of Your Artistic Personality

by Meta Wagner ...

The greatest creators in human history -- from Mozart to Meryl Streep, Jackson Pollock to Jay-Z -- don't just have talent -- they also understand their motivations for pursuing art. What's Your Creative Type? helps artists do the same in a fun and witty way. Stepping away from the hyper-focus on how people create, What's Your Creative Type? instead explores why. By identifying your creative ... Read more

$9.99 USD

The greatest creators in human history -- from Mozart to Meryl Streep, Jackson Pollock to Jay-Z -- don't just have talent -- they also understand their motivations for pursuing art. What's Your Creative Type? helps artists do the same in a fun and witty way. Stepping away from the hyper-focus on how people create, What's Your Creative Type? instead explores why. By identifying your creative
... Read more
Dismantling the Racism Machine

A Manual and Toolbox

by Karen Gaffney ...

This significantly updated second edition serves students and general readers alike who seek to learn what is often not taught, a basic history of race and racism in the US. If we are to dismantle systemic racism and create a more just society, people need a place to begin.This accessible, introductory, and interdisciplinary guide can be one such place. Grounded in critical race theory, this book ... Read more

$28.99 USD

This significantly updated second edition serves students and general readers alike who seek to learn what is often not taught, a basic history of race and racism in the US. If we are to dismantle systemic racism and create a more just society, people need a place to begin.This accessible, introductory, and interdisciplinary guide can be one such place. Grounded in critical race theory, this book
... Read more
Birds & Blooms of the 50 States

by Dutch Door Press ...

A beautifully illustrated compendium of state birds and flowers, plus history and trivia.This enchanting tour of America's most cherished birds and flowers is an intimate collection of lovely images from the acclaimed letterpress studio Dutch Door Press. Each state's emblematic flora and fauna are paired in winsome vintage-inspired compositions and accompanied by fascinating facts about the states ... Read more

$0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A beautifully illustrated compendium of state birds and flowers, plus history and trivia.This enchanting tour of America's most cherished birds and flowers is an intimate collection of lovely images from the acclaimed letterpress studio Dutch Door Press. Each state's emblematic flora and fauna are paired in winsome vintage-inspired compositions and accompanied by fascinating facts about the states
... Read more
Murder in the Bayou

Who Killed the Women Known as the Jeff Davis 8?

by Ethan Brown ...

A New York Times Bestseller & the Basis for the Hit Showtime DocuseriesMurder in the Bayou is a New York Times bestselling chronicle of a high-stakes investigation into the murders of eight women in a troubled Southern parish that is “part murder case, part corruption exposé, and part Louisiana noir” (New York magazine).Between 2005 and 2009, the bodies of eight women were discovered in J... ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A New York Times Bestseller & the Basis for the Hit Showtime DocuseriesMurder in the Bayou is a New York Times bestselling chronicle of a high-stakes investigation into the murders of eight women in a troubled Southern parish that is “part murder case, part corruption exposé, and part Louisiana noir” (New York magazine).Between 2005 and 2009, the bodies of eight women were discovered in J...
... Read more
Nature, Choice and Social Power

by Erica Schoenberger ...

We are at an environmental impasse. Many blame our personal choices about the things we consume and the way we live. This is only part of the problem. Different forms of social power - political, economic and ideological - structure the choices we have available. This book analyses how we make social and environmental history and why we end up where we do.Using case studies from different ... Read more

$73.99 USD

We are at an environmental impasse. Many blame our personal choices about the things we consume and the way we live. This is only part of the problem. Different forms of social power - political, economic and ideological - structure the choices we have available. This book analyses how we make social and environmental history and why we end up where we do.Using case studies from different
... Read more
How to land any airplane

by Facundo Conforti ...

Landing is a critical phase of flight. Together with takeoff, they are the two maneuvers where the greatest risk is present and where all the capacities of both the pilot and the aircraft are required. This work focuses on the development of landing, independently of the plane, but considering the different circumstances that can affect this phase of flight.A work that proposes to consider landing ... Read more

$7.90 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Landing is a critical phase of flight. Together with takeoff, they are the two maneuvers where the greatest risk is present and where all the capacities of both the pilot and the aircraft are required. This work focuses on the development of landing, independently of the plane, but considering the different circumstances that can affect this phase of flight.A work that proposes to consider landing
... Read more
A Noble Profession

Inspiring Stories of the Teachers Who Shape Our World

by Peter Mansbridge, Mark Bulgutch ...

From #1 bestselling authors Peter Mansbridge and Mark Bulgutch comes a collection of Canadian stories inviting us to celebrate the impact and influence of teachers and the students whose lives they have changed forever.Few people make more of an impact on young people’s lives than teachers. Parents, of course, are vital for a child’s future, but it is our teachers who choose to devote their daily ... Read more

$14.99 USD

From #1 bestselling authors Peter Mansbridge and Mark Bulgutch comes a collection of Canadian stories inviting us to celebrate the impact and influence of teachers and the students whose lives they have changed forever.Few people make more of an impact on young people’s lives than teachers. Parents, of course, are vital for a child’s future, but it is our teachers who choose to devote their daily
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