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Blessings of Home

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morgan, D., PUBLISHER: Harvest House Publishers, The gentle artistry and poetry of D. Morgan take us to the place where our hearts most want to be--home. Our piece of heaven on earth, home puts the soul at ease, comforts the weary traveler, and holds our dearest and warmest memories. Celebrate the heart's resting place and the people who live there.

Astrology Alive: A Guide to Experiential Astrology and the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schermer, Barbara, PUBLISHER: Crossing Press, We usually associate serious astrology with maps and angles and arcane terminology. Barbara Schermer gives us dance, music, art, and drama...exercises, rituals, meditations, and games. Astrology Alive is an entertaining book, valuable for the seasoned astrologer as well as the novice. It breathes life into the signs and planets by teaching us playful ways to experience their archetypal power. But it's fun with a purpose, helping us to better understand and meet the challenges posed by our own horoscopes. In her work, Schermer acknowledges the debt that experiential astrology owes to the psychology of Cad Jung and the humanistic astrology of Dane Rudhyar. She also makes the case for its ancient connection to Florentine renaissance man Marsilio Ficino, who synthesized philosophy, theology, magic, medicine, music, art, and astrology in his own "proto-psychology."

America Is...

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Borden, Louise / Schuett, Stacey, PUBLISHER: Margaret K. McElderry Books, " What is America?" It is fifty states from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific Ocean and beyond. It is a flag of stars and stripes. It is farmers, miners, factory workers, bakers, and bankers. It is Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon, swamps and desert. It is the stories of all of us, told together.

Aquarius (Super Horoscopes )

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Beim, Margarete, PUBLISHER: Berkley Publishing Group, The most complete horoscopes guides available on the market. Every day, people depend on their horoscopes for a glimpse at what's to come-and Berkley's popular "Super Horoscopes" offer the predictions that they're searching for. With special sections on the history and uses of astrology, these completely updated books show exactly what the future holds. Includes: - Detailed yearly and daily forecasts - Rising signs - Lucky numbers - The cusp-born - Signs of the Zodiac - Character analysis - Love, romance, and marriage compatibility guide - Moon tables - Planting and fishing guides - Influence of the moon and planets - November and December daily forecasts repeated Acquista Ora

Stop the Revolution: America in the Summer of Independence

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McGuire, Thomas J., PUBLISHER: Stackpole Books, The fascinating story surrounding the British effort to bring the American Revolution to a peaceful end The fateful September , meeting on Staten Island between British Admiral Lord Richard Howe and Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Edward Rutledge A compelling glimpse into politics, military diplomacy, and American character at the dawn of independence Early America from the eyewitness viewpoints of a feisty English traveler, a distressed Lutheran pastor, a precocious young lady, two sympathetic British officers, and an assortment of eccentric Founding Fathers

Weta The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug Statue Smaug King

Weta continues the legacy of producing finely crafted, highly detailed collectible polystone statues from Middle-earth. The essence of each character expertly captured in every piece. The Dragon has resided within the carved walls of stone, supreme and unchallenged in his dominion; the true King Under the Mountain.

Brightest Heaven of Invention: A Christian Guide to Six

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Leithart, Peter, PUBLISHER: Canon Press, Shakespeare was, as Caesar says of Cassius, "a great observer," able to see and depict patterns of events and character. He understood how politics is shaped by the clash of men with various colorings of self-interest and idealism, how violence breeds violence, how fragile human beings create masks and disguises for protection, how schemers do the same for advancement, how love can grow out of hate and hate out of love. Dare anyone say that these insights are irrelevant to living in the real world? For many in an older generation, the Bible and the Collected Shakespeare were the two indispensable books, and thus their sense of life and history was shaped by the best and best-told stories. And they were the wiser for it. Literature abstracts from the complex events of life (just as we do every day) and can reveal patterns that are like the patterns of events in the real world. Studying Literature can give us sensitivity to those patterns and lead towards true wisdom. Acquista Ora

The Secret of the Shadow: The Power of Owning Your Whole

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ford, Debbie, PUBLISHER: HarperOne, Debbie Ford continues and deepens the work she began in her blockbuster The Dark Side of the Light Chasers. In this new book she examines our shadow elements-- the negative attitudes, thoughts, and behaviors that block our progress toward happiness and success in our lives and relationships. Each of us has a shadow that whispers stories of our own fears to us-- that we aren' t good enough, that we are unworthy of being loved, that we will be deserted by those whom we care about. Ford guides us hear those stories and find the positive message within each of them. She shows how understanding our own shadow side can lead us to lives of tremendous fulfillment and peace. Using illuminating stories and practical real-life examples, this book shows how each story and each shadow holds within it the unique key to our true purpose.

Charles Kuralt's American Moments

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kuralt, Charles / Freundlich, Peter, PUBLISHER: Thorndike Press, To generations of Americans, Charles Kuralt was the wanderer transfixed by the richness he found in every corner of the country. The project he was working on before he died was An American Moment with Charles Kuralt, a series of TV essays about the people, places and ideas that define the national spirit. Kuralt's longtime friend Peter Freundlich has edited and collected these essays. The result is an enchanting and touching book that brings back Charles Kuralt's distinctive voice and celebrates the American character and traditions he so loved.

Modern US Navy & Marine Corps Aircraft: Aircraft, Weapons

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Evans, Anthony A., PUBLISHER: Greenhill Books, The US Air Power series is the definitive illustrated guide to recent American dominance in the skies. Covering the planes and crews of the USAF as well as Naval, Marine and Army air wings, these books cover a period from World War II through to the present day in which American pilots have prevailed in all combat situations and have laid the foundation for the swift and decisive victories achieved during that time. The 72 pages include well over 100 photographs, 16 pages of which are in color, and every photo has a detailed caption outlining combat histories and technical specification. The series will cover all the major conflicts in which the US has been involved recently including both Gulf Wars, the Balkans and Afghanistan. Modern US Navy and Marine Corps Aircraft features the cutting edge of America's Navy and Marine Corps aircraft that contribute to its massive combat might. The book includes some of the most famous names in operation today: the F-14 Tomcat, the AV-88 Harrier, the T-45 Goshawk and CH-46 Sea Knight among others.

Lung Tumors: Fundamental Biology and Clinical Management

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brambilla, Christian / Brambilla, Elisabeth, PUBLISHER: Marcel Dekker, This thoroughly up-to-date reference addresses new approaches to the diagnosis, management, and treatment of lung tumors, providing the insights of fundamental biologists, surgical pathologists, and clinicians. Featuring research from over 75 internationally recognized experts in the field, Lung Tumors details the key factors of lung tumor carcinogenesis analyzes multimodality treatments using chemotherapy and fractionated radiotherapy reviews telomerase activation as well as the p53 and Rb pathways investigates the FHIT gene and gene hypermethylation elucidates the complex relationship between host and tumor highlights angiogenesis and the clonal evolution of preneoplastic lesions profiles the differential diagnosis between primary and secondary tumors examines the rare and borderline malignancies and more Containing nearly references, drawings, photographs, and micrographs, Lung Tumors serves as an excellent reference for pulmonologists and pulmonary disease specialists, physiologists, respiratory and thoracic surgeons, oncologists, pathologists and surgical pathologists, molecular and cellular biologists, lung radiologists, medical school and graduate students in these disciplines.

Bluest Eye, The, a Novel (Maxnotes Literature Guides)

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morrison, Toni / Hubert, Christopher / English Literature Study Guides, PUBLISHER: Research & Education Association, MAXnotes offer a fresh look at masterpieces of literature, presented in a lively and interesting fashion. Written by literary experts who currently teach the subject, MAXnotes will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the work. MAXnotes are designed to stimulate independent thought about the literary work by raising various issues and thought-provoking ideas and questions. MAXnotes cover the essentials of what one should know about each work, including an overall summary, character lists, an explanation and discussion of the plot, the work's historical context, illustrations to convey the mood of the work, and a biography of the author. Each chapter is individually summarized and analyzed, and has study questions and answers.

Carl, Willi, and Blanche

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: de la Cuesta, Barbara, PUBLISHER: Plain View Press, Praise for Barbara de la Cuesta's previous novel, The Spanish Teacher, winner of the Gival Press Novel Prize... "The Spanish Teacher has everything to thrill you--pace, a great balance of description, gesture and action, charmed, perfectly tuned dialogue, and most notably, a character we follow as closely and sympathetically as if we were living right there inside the story with him...rarely do we see a full drama like this, where every bit of the writing extends from, grows out of, is part and parcel with the author's complete realization of and connection to her character..." --Don Berger, judge for the Gival Press Novel Award..".de la Cuesta's novel maintains an accumulating power which holds the reader's attention not only through the forceful figure of Ordonez, but by demonstrating acutely how ordinary lives are impacted by the underlying social and political landscape. Compelling reading." --Tom Tolnay, author of Selling America and This Is the Forest Primeval

LEGO? BrickHeadz Justice League Movie The Flash?

Build your own LEGO BrickHeadz version of The Flash? from the Justice League movie! Check out his decorated eyes, golden ear wings and lightning chest logo. Then join him in epic battles or just display him on the baseplate for all your friends to see. - Buildable The Flash? LEGO BrickHeadz construction character features authentic details from the blockbuster Justice League movie, including BrickHeadz eyes, buildable golden ear wings and a lightning chest logo.- Each LEGO BrickHeadz construction character comes with its own buildable collector,s baseplate featuring the BrickHeadz icon.- Have fun growing your LEGO BrickHeadz collection with other super heroes from the blockbuster Justice League movie, and many more from your favorite films, TV series, games and comics.- Mash up your LEGO BrickHeadz construction characters to create supercool hybrids or your own amazing characters.- This cool construction character is suitable for ages 10+.- Stands over 2 (7cm) tall without baseplate.- Baseplate measures over 1 (4cm) square and under 1 (1cm) high.Ages: 10+Pieces: 122

An Antarctic Mystery

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Verne, Jules, PUBLISHER: Kessinger Publishing, I think there is some need for doubt, I answered "the singular character of the hero of those adventures being taken into consideration--at least concerning the phenomena of the island of Tsalal. And we know that Arthur Pym was mistaken in asserting that Captain William Guy and several of his companions perished in the landslip of the hill at Klock-Klock."

Character and Opinion in the United States

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: George Santayana, PUBLISHER: Transaction Publishers, NA

Learn about the Way Things Move

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gold-Dworkin, Heidi / Gold / Gold-Dworkin Heidi, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill, What youngster isn't fascinated by motion? They'll love learning about the basic forces that speed us up, slow us down, and cause things to rise and fall.

China's New Rulers: The Secret Files

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Nathan, Andrew J. / Gilley, Bruce, PUBLISHER: New York Review of Books, "China's New Rulers, based on leaked secret Communist Party files that were compiled in choosing China's "Fourth Generation" of leaders, offers an unprecedented glimpse into the most orderly transition in the history of the People's Republic. It reveals the backgrounds, characters, and visions for the future of the men who will rule China for the next five years, profiles other key figures in the party, government and military, and provides new perspectives on Jiang Zemin's 13 years in power.

Cadogan Guide Cairo, Luxor and Aswan

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Haag, Michael, PUBLISHER: Cadogan Guides, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan all run alongside one of Egypt's most famous features, the river Nile, but all have their own distinct character. Cairo, the most well-known, is both one of the world's finest medieval cities and a vibrant metropolis, and is the perfect base for exploring Egypt's great Pyramids. Luxor is home to a wonderful temple, built by Amenophis III, and is the best place from which to discover the ancient Necropolis of Thebes. And Aswan, the frontier outpost of Egypt, lays claim to the Elephantine Island, the ruins of Yebu and the tranquil Nubian villages. Written with insight, charm, and wit, Cadogan's superb guide offers the best way to enjoy a three-destination break or sample the cities individually.

The Power of Encouragement

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jeremiah, David, PUBLISHER: Multnomah Publishers, Although most of us have not received a minute's training in medicine, we do have the ability to tape into the greatest power of healing known to mankind: the power of encouragement. "What does love look like?" asked Augustine of Hippo sixteen centuries ago. "It has feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men" In this immensely readable and practical book, popular pastor, author, and radio minister Dr. David Jeremiah examines the heart of encouragement-self-giving, genuine love-and shows how we can eagerly use our hands, feet, eyes, and ears to love and encourage those around us.

John Terry Captain Marvel: The Biography

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Derbyshire, Oliver, PUBLISHER: John Blake, John Terry is a footballing legend and a Chelsea hero to the core. He graduated as one of the most prolific products of the Chelsea youth academy to become an outstanding international star. His imposing physical strength, natural skill, and flair for the game have made him the backbone of the staunch Chelsea defense. A dedicated youngster from east London, Terry's amazing alertness and eye for the game soon propelled him to stardom at Stamford Bridge, and having risen through the ranks, John Terry is a blue through and through. He has captained the blues to Premiership and Carling Cup success and has invigorated the team with his passion for the game and his desire to win. A strong character, Terry has overcome his own personal problems and off-the-pitch torment to become a national icon.

Ancient Light

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Banville, John, PUBLISHER: Knopf Publishing Group, The Man Booker Prize-winning author of "The Sea" gives us a brilliant, profoundly moving new novel about an actor in the twilight of his life and his career: a meditation on love and loss, and on the inscrutable immediacy of the past in our present lives. Is there any difference between memory and invention? That is the question that fuels this stunning novel, written with the depth of character, the clarifying lyricism, and the heart-wrenching humor that have marked all of John Banville's extraordinary works. And it is the question that haunts Alexander Cleave as he plumbs the memories of his first--and perhaps only--love (he, just fifteen, the woman more than twice his age, the mother of his best friend; the situation impossible, thrilling, devouring, and finally devastating)... and of his daughter, lost to a kind of madness of mind and heart that Cleave can only fail to understand. When his stunted acting career is suddenly, inexplicably revived with a movie role portraying a man who may not be who he says he is, his young leading lady--famous and fragile--unwittingly gives him the opportunity to see with aching clarity the "chasm that yawns between the doing of a thing and the recollection of what was done."

Praying with Clare of Assisi

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Miller, Ramona, PUBLISHER: Word Among Us Press, Clare of Assisi, holding fast to the truth of the gospel, modeled her life on the humanity of Jesus who, as she said, "was placed poor in the crib, lived poor in the world, and remained poor on the cross." Nobles and peasants sought her prayers, advice, and healing touch.

New Dreams Before Tommorow

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sanders, Susan Marie, PUBLISHER: Vantage Press, Making the most out of God's most precious gift to us--life is what "New Dreams before Tomorrow" is all about. From the bottom of a well of loneliness, to surviving family alcoholism and despair, God's love and comfort and peace can inspire and motivate all of us to begin our journey toward the light, no matter what our circumstances. The brighter God shines in one's heart, the more others can see it, bringing into our lives the people who become our greatest blessing.

The Rough Guide to Horror Movies

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jones, Alan, PUBLISHER: Rough Guides Limited, The Rough Guide to Horror Movies is a comprehensive guide to the world''s most terrifying films. The guide includes all the icons, from Boris Karloff to Wes Craven and Frankenstein to Freddie Kruger, including classics from Argentina, Pakistan, South Africa and the recent chillers from East Asia. The canon of fifty essential horror movies features The Cabinet of Dr Caligari and Switchblade Romance, via Psycho and The Exorcist. Everything you need to know is covered from festivals, adaptations, magazines and merchandise. The guide tells the stories behind the movies that have scared us throughout the twentieth century.

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