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The Forgotten Generation: French Women Writers of the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Milligan, Jennifer, PUBLISHER: Berg Publishers, As a wave of open misogyny swept through French literature and society in the aftermath of the Great War, a new generation of professional women writers took up pen to redress the situation. They disputed the prescriptive social and cultural roles ascribed to women and proposed inspiring new definitions of womanhood. Many critics today are oblivious to women's literary achievements during this period, which remain subject to severe critical neglect. This book analyzes and challenges the way in which these important women writers have been marginalized in the annals of French literary history and offers fresh readings and reappraisals of their thematically and aesthetically innovative works.

The Thrill of the Grill

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schlesinger, Chris / Chronicle Books / Schlesinger, Milton Ed., PUBLISHER: Chronicle Books (CA), With well over copies sold, "Thrill of the Grill" has proven itself a favorite among those inclined to wield the fork and tongs. Ideal for the haphazard counter spaces of the great outdoors, the "Thrill of the Grill Recipeasel "-- including 100 recipes and covering everything from technique to sauces and appetizers -- lets any backyard chef turn out extraordinary fare with ease and finesse.

The Complete Guide to Close-Up and Macro Photography

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Davies, Paul Harcourt / Wheeler, Nicki, PUBLISHER: David & Charles Publishers, Go beyond the familiar--into the hidden world of pattern, texture, and detail that only comes into focus when you go close-up. Every breathtaking color photograph of such glories of the natural world as shimmering ice crystals, the rough flesh of a baby Chinese Water Dragon, and the translucent, colorful wings of a monarch butterfly will inspire you to try some new techniques. All the up-to-the minute information on close-up technology and style is here. Learn about all the tools of the trade, from camera to film to the all-important lenses; exposures; lighting; the range of subjects to choose from (even familiar household items); and eye-grabbing compositions. You'll want to pick up your camera and start shooting immediately 160 pages (all in color), 8 1/4 x 11.

The Other Way to Listen

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Baylor, Byrd / Parnall, Peter / Parnell, Peter, PUBLISHER: Aladdin Paperbacks, A girl knew an old man who had a special way of listening. He could walk by a cornfield and actually hear the corn singing, and once, he even heard wildflower seeds bursting open, beginning to grow underground. The girl asked the man to teach her to listen, but he said she had to learn how from the hills, ants, lizards, and weeds. For a long time, she tried without success, and she almost gave up. But then, one day, she began a joyous song to the hills and, without even trying, she discovered the secret of the other way to listen. Byrd Baylor and Peter Parnall have combined their award-winning talents to teach children to appreciate the world of nature.

Contractor's Survival Manual

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mitchell, William D., PUBLISHER: Craftsman Book Company, How to survive in hard times and succeed during the up cycles. Shows what to do when the bills can't be paid, finding money and buying time, transferring debt, and all the alternatives to bankruptcy.

Guilty Until Proven Innocent: A True-Life Legal Drama

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Everidge, D. Corbett, PUBLISHER: iUniverse, Innocent until proven guilty or guilty until proven innocent? D. Corbett Everidge cannot vote, own a firearm, or hold public office: he is a convicted felon. But did he actually commit the crime? In this true-life legal drama, former magistrate D. Corbett Everidge chronicles the events of the summer of and the ensuing criminal trial that led to a felony conviction and the end of his criminal justice career. He then asks you to assess the evidence and make your own reasonable decision about whether he is, indeed, innocent or guilty as charged. Everidge gives personal insight into his career and background to illustrate that guilt in a complex society is not always a matter of black and white. He also challenges many beliefs regarding the modern criminal justice system in the United States, effectively drawing a line between the theoretical and the actual. Ultimately, "Guilty Until Proven Innocent" is an intriguing literary criminal trial in which you decide the outcome. Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, what is your verdict?

The British Campaign in France and Flanders

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Doyle, Arthur Conan, PUBLISHER: University Press of the Pacific, CONTENTS: January to July The Battle of the Somme Attack of the Seventh and Eight Corps on Gommecourt, Serre, and Beaumont Hamel Attack of the Tenth and Third Corps, July The Attack of the Fifteenth and Thirteenth Corps, July From July 2 to July The Breaking of the Second Line. July July 14 to July 31 The Operations of Gough's Army upon the Northern Flank up to September 15 August 1 to September 15 Breaking the Third Line, September 15 From September 15 to the Battle of the Ancre The Gaining of the Thiepval Ridge The Battle of the Ancre. November

Thinking Mathematically

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Blitzer, Robert F., PUBLISHER: Prentice Hall, Bob Blitzer's books are known for their well-conceived, relevant applications and meticulously annotated examples. This book gives readers the skill-building, practice, applications, and technology needed to foster an appreciation of mathematics. Maintains Blitzer's exceptional writing style that helps readers relate to and grasp the material. Contains new, innovative applications such as “ Mammography Screening, ” “ Political Ideology of U.S. College Freshmen, ” and “ Nature's Life Cycles and Prime Numbers.” Includes new exercises and more Study Tip Boxes throughout. A handy reference for anyone needing to brush up on their mathematics skills.

Elementary Algebra With Digital Video Companion, Bca

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Charles P. McKeague, PUBLISHER: Brooks/Cole Pub Co, Exceptionally clear and accessible, Pat McKeague's best-selling texts offer all the review, drill, and practice students need to develop solid mathematical proficiency and confidence. McKeague's attention to detail, exceptional writing style, and organization of mathematical concepts make teaching enjoyable and learning accessible. The seventh edition of this popular series gives the book a greater emphasis on the connections between equations, tables, and graphs and by incorporating pedagogy that addresses collaborative learning and terminology.

Divorce

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Retief, Frank / Frank, Retief, PUBLISHER: Christian Focus Publications, The break up of marriage is traumatic to both parents and children. The pent-up anger and frustration also affects the quality of relationships in the rest of society. Frank Retief has a wealth of pastoral experience with which to help us. His approach is compassionate, biblical and practical.

Learn Abtrainforests

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Green, Jen / Lorenz, PUBLISHER: Lorenz Books, This information and art-packed guide to the rainforest takes curious readers up to the tallest treetops, describing noises from the canopy and mysteries of the forest floor. Photographs of swinging chimpanzees, hovering hummingbirds and daring lizards along with explanations of the intricate ecosystem make this an exciting introduction to the enchanting world of the rainforest.

The French Revolution:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jones, Peter, PUBLISHER: Longman, "This book, the latest in the best-selling Seminar Studies in History series, provides readers with an accessible and succinct introduction to the French Revolution, one of the most exciting and important periods in modern history. The author examines the events leading up to the revolution, the revolution itself, and the aftermath. The Assessment and Documents sections of the book will be particulalry helpful for the reader to understanding the French Revolution For those interested in French History or the French Revolution

The Cambridge Companion to the Philosophy of Biology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ruse, Michael / Hull, David L., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The philosophy of biology is one of the most exciting new areas in the field of philosophy and one that is attracting much attention from working scientists. This Companion, edited by two of the founders of the field, includes newly commissioned essays by senior scholars and up-and-coming younger scholars who collectively examine the main areas of the subject - the nature of evolutionary theory, classification, teleology and function, ecology, and the problematic relationship between biology and religion, among other topics. Up-to-date and comprehensive in its coverage, this unique volume will be of interest not only to professional philosophers but also to students in the humanities and researchers in the life sciences and related areas of inquiry.

The Stress Management Kit [With/CD and Stressdots]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Needham, Alix, PUBLISHER: Connections Book Publishing, Stress-management pioneer Alix Needham shares a proven program for managing, controlling, and overcoming the negative effects of stress on self-image and relationships, and improving resistance to stress-related illnesses. A book, a meditation CD, and sticky StressdotsB. to help you pay attention to your stress level--"everything you need to rein in your stress and harness it into a positive force.The book teaches how to identify stress and its causes, concisely explains what happens physiologically during periods of stress, and shares techniques to turn stress into a positive force in your life, with: questionnaires to help understand stressbreathing exercisesinstructions for keeping and using a stress diarysuggestions about diet and lifestylehelp setting realistic life goalsThe Stress Management Kit includes two essential tools to help readers successfully implement the techniques they read: an audio CD in which author Alix Needham leads readers in guided relaxation meditations and StressdotsB., small adhesive discs that, when stuck to the wrist, change color to reflect stress level. StressdotsB. are invaluable in helping monitor causes of stress. The Stress Management Kit comes with three StressdotsB. and information on how to get more.The Stress Management Kit offers readers a proven, dynamic, multi-pronged approach to effective stress management. "Book plus a relaxation CD and stick-on stress level sensors. "Proven techniques for identifying and overcoming the causes of stress.

Amos, Obadiah and Jonah: Messages of God's Justice and Mercy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: MacLeod, F. Wayne / Leod, F. Wayne Mac, PUBLISHER: Authentic, Do you read the Bible and feel like you have a difficult time understanding what it says? Do the Bibles lessons seem too far removed from your everyday life? Few things have proven more effective in expanding our hearts and minds and drawing us closer to God than quiet reflection and the study of God's Word. He gave us this revelation of himself in sixty-six unique books but often we turn to the more familiar passages and avoid the more difficult or complex ones. The LIGHT TO MY PATH commentaries will open up the whole Bible for you in a way that is understandable, practical and down-to-earth. More than just an academic study aid, the LIGHT TO MY PATH commentaries are devotional guides of God's revelation of himself in the Bible. Use LIGHT TO MY PATH commentaries in your personal worship, study and devotional time. Questions to consider and points for prayer at the end of each chapter make each book relevant for your life today and are useful discussion starters for group studies. As you ponder the message of each book, you will find your heart and mind drawn toward God in worship.

Sin Killer

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McMurtry, Larry, PUBLISHER: Wheeler Publishing, A Pulitzer Prize-winning Author A New York Times Bestseller It is , and the Berrybender family, rich, aristocratic, English, and fiercely out of place, is on its way up the Missouri River to see the American West as it begins to open up. Lord and Lady Berrybender have abandoned their palatial home in England to explore the frontier and to broaden the horizons of their children, who include Tasmin, a budding young woman of grit, beauty, and determination, her vivacious and difficult sister, and her brother. As they journey by rough stages up the Missouri River, they meet with all the dangers, difficulties, temptations, and awesome natural scenery of the untamed West, as well as a cast of characters that includes Indians, pioneers, mountain men, and explorers (both historical and imaginary), and with as many adventures. At the very core of the story is Tasmin's fast developing relationship with Jim Snow, frontiersman, ferocious Indian fighter, and part-time preacher (known up and down the Missouri as "the Sin Killer"). The strong, handsome, silent westerner eventually captures her heart, despite the fact that they are two intensely strong-willed people, from very different backgrounds.

Cracking the PSAT/NMSQT

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rubenstein, Jeff / Robinson, Adam, PUBLISHER: Princeton Review, The PSAT is a critical test for high school students warming up for the SAT and hoping to qualify for National Merit Scholarships. The experts at The Princeton Review bring you their proven techniques for improving your PSAT score in "Cracking the PSAT/NMSQT, Edition." This guide includes all the math, critical reading and grammar skills you need to ace the PSAT, as well as 2 full-length practice tests, numerous drills, and explanations for answers to all drill and practice test questions. In "Cracking the PSAT/NMSQT "you'll learn how to think like the test writers and -Eliminate answer choices that look right but are planted to fool you -Learn the most important PSAT vocabulary words with our "Hit Parade"" -Master strategies that will help you ace the Math, Critical Reading, and Writing sections Plus you'll get a study guide that maps out how to make the most of your study sessions and strategies to avoid common errors.

Super Mario Boardgame Level Up

Join Mario and his pals as you advance them up the Mushroom Kingdom while challenging other players to gather the most coins and reach the castle at the top. Custom game pieces include a 3D game board, 13 Character Movers, Power Up cards and ' Block Chips. - Players: 3-6- Recommended Age: 8 years and up- Playing Time: minContains:- 3D Game Board- 18 Vote Up Cards- 26 Line Up Cards- 28 ' Block Cards- 15 Power Up Cards- 13 Character Movers- Scorepad- Instructions

Dishing: Calgary Women Cook

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chavich, Cinda / Fortier, Pam / Harbrecht, R., PUBLISHER: Whitecap Books, Cowboys, stampedes, ten-gallon hats...those are the images that the city of Calgary evokes. But cooking? You bet your boots Calgary is fast becoming renowned as a cultural hot spot, and these eleven women are leading the way. From appetizers to desserts, recipes such as Foie Gras with Cherries and Balsamic Vinegar and Hazelnut Torte with Ginger-Lime Cream put Calgary on the same culinary map as cities like Paris and Rome. Infused with the creativity and verve that characterize the Wild West, this cookbook serves up the best Calgary has to offer. So rope up your appetites, fire up the stove and get ready to dish it up, Calgary style

Materials Production in Open and Distance Learning

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lockwood, Fred, PUBLISHER: Paul Chapman Publishing, The process of materials production in open and distance learning is seen both as a daunting prospect and as an exciting opportunity. This book is intended to dispel some of the apprehension and yet temper some of the enthusiasm. The chapters are grouped into three accepted stages of materials production - planning, production and presentation - with each chapter having an underlying theme: the desire to produce materials of the highest academic and technical quality that are also the most effective teaching materials for its learners. The authors, many with national and international reputations, focus on those facets of open and distance learning which reflect current thinking, research and practice. This book will provide educators and trainers with insight into materials production and with an essential foundation upon which to build their own work.

Exploring Flash MX [With CDROM]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mohler, James, PUBLISHER: Delmar Thomson Learning, At last, a software book about design Exploring Flash MX is the designer's answer to the age-old question: "Great tool, but how do I use it to create design?" Written by the best selling Flash author and SIGGRAPH Conference Chair James Mohler, Exploring Flash MX teaches the must have software skills needed to create exceptional Web graphics. The book examines the tools and features of MacromediaA(R) Flash's newest release and shows how to create vector graphics for the Web. Art work is expertly woven throughout the information-packed format to drive home key design concepts and show the way to great Web design.

Italy Guide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morris, Doug / Morris, Douglas, PUBLISHER: Open Road Publishing, Discover the secrets of the Coliseum and the Forum; gaze up at the magnificent Sistine Chapel and the apocalyptic Last Judgment statue; drink in the beauty of St. Peter's Basilica and the various piazzas and fountains throughout the city, and wander back into today's world of sidewalk cafes, gelato shops, and terrific restaurants. New to this edition are sections on Umbria, and expanded coverage of Tuscany and Italy's gorgeous lake country. Sports and recreation are fully covered, from the exotic skiing resort of Teminillo to the wild beaches along Italy's Riviera, or hike in the densely wooded Apuan Alps in Tuscany. Morris explores the voluminous world of Italian food and wine, and shares some of his favorite recipes and expert wine tips Coverage of hotels, inns, B&Bs, and restaurants is extensive and opinionated, steering you to quality and value at all times, for all price ranges.

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