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The Locust and the Bird: My Mother's Story

The Locust and the Bird: My Mother's Story

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Al-Shaykh, Hanan, PUBLISHER: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, In a masterly act of literary transformation, celebrated novelist Hanan al-Shaykh re-creates the dramatic life and times of her mother, Kamila. Married at a young age against her will, Kamila soon fell head-over-heels in love with another man--and was thus forced to choose between her children and her lover. As the narrative unfolds through the years--from the bazaars, cinemas and apartments of s Beirut to its war-torn streets decades later--we follow this passionate woman as she survives the tragedies and celebrates the triumphs of a life lived to the very fullest.

John the Baptist: Prophet and Disciple

John the Baptist: Prophet and Disciple

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Burke, Alexander J., PUBLISHER: Franciscan Media, Alexander Burke pieces together the mystery of this well-known disciple of Jesus one chapter at a time, covering John's preaching, arrest and execution, his role in Eastern and Western Christian Tradition, and the many paradoxes surrounding him. Discover a fresh perspective of John the Baptist. Let him rise to the top of the beadroll of Christian heroes where Jesus believed he belonged. Step back and see the beautiful mosaic of mysteries that made up this fascinating saint's life.

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Jewish Values in Health and Medicine

Jewish Values in Health and Medicine

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Meier, Levi, PUBLISHER: University Press of America, This book integrates the foundations of the values of the Jewish heritage with the actual experiences of patients. Through clinical guidelines and anecdotes, the reader will gain insight into complex issues involving life, death, pain, suffering, illness and health as they affect patients, health care providers and family members. The book discusses contemporary issues such as AIDS, hospice and Baby M based on the value system of the Jewish heritage. It is unique in that it combines the personal reflections of patients with expert discussions of psychological and medical aspects of these issues. Includes a contribution by the winner of the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion.

Evacuees of the Second World War

Evacuees of the Second World War

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brown, Mike, PUBLISHER: Shire Publications, During the last days of peace in nearly two million people, most of them children, were evacuated from British cities, towns and ports to the countryside, or across the Atlantic to the USA and Canada. Whole schools were evacuated together and found themselves billeted in large country houses. Others were sent off individually or in small groups to whoever had space to put them up. It was a time of great upheaval and the transition from city life to countryside often proved extremely stressful. This is a concise history of British evacuation during the Second World War, including the unimaginable upheaval suffered by the inhabitants of the Channel Islands and Gibraltar, who were evacuated to mainland Britain. Beginning with the uncertainty of the phoney war and the making of plans, this highly illustrated book looks at the experience of evacuation up to the homecomings of and the aftermath of evacuation.

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The Man of the Desert

The Man of the Desert

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, Grace Livingston, PUBLISHER: Living Books, Lost in the Arizona desert, pampered Hazel Radcliffe is rescued by a handsome missionary whose love changes her life. Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.

The Impressionists: The Origins of Modern Painting

The Impressionists: The Origins of Modern Painting

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Salvi, Francesco / Salvi, Fransesco / Galante, L. R., PUBLISHER: Peter Bedrick Books, The art world of the nineteenth century Paris was thrown into turmoil when a group of young painters first exhibited their work. The "Impressionists," as they have came to be known, revolutionized painting, portraying contemporary city life and depicting nature in a completely new way. The Impressionists caused controversy with their revolt against traditional painting methods, their extraordinary new techniques and styles, and their way of life in the cafes of Paris and in the French countryside. This book presents their stories and the work that made them famous. It describes their personal life and their relationships with each other, and their difficulties with official institutions and the conservative art world of the time. It also analyses their techniques, materials and subjects which ushered in a whole new way of looking at the world. Featuring the life and work of Manet, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cezanne, Pissaro, Sisley, Morisot, Cassatt, Guillaumin, and Caillebotte.

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Seed's Sketchy Relationship Theories - A Guide to the Perils

Seed's Sketchy Relationship Theories - A Guide to the Perils

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Seed, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, Has life gotten you down? Are you waiting for something magical to happen in your life? Do you have relationship problems or want a better one? Ladies are you missing your zest for life? Guys have you simply seemed to have misplaced your balls and you really want them back? Seed might have an idea where they are. If you answered "yes" or "maybe" to any of these questions, or if you are simply not satisfied with your life and the state of the World today, then you need to read this book. Seed's Sketchy Relationship Theories - A Guide to the Perils of Dating is a funny, raw, passionate, original and somewhat controversial look at the world, life, love and relationships. Seed tackles the most serious issues facing us in our World of Relationships today with his unique sense of humor. The message is positive and simple: Take stock of your life and start living.

The Life and Adventures of Lyle Clemens

The Life and Adventures of Lyle Clemens

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rechy, John, PUBLISHER: Grove/Atlantic, From the author of the classic City of Night comes a captivating, wickedly entertaining novel in which an irrepressible young hero is set loose in the religious-fundamentalist world of Texas, the gambling palaces of Las Vegas, and the enticing mythos of Los Angeles

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Art of the Renaissance, the

Art of the Renaissance, the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harris, Nathaniel, PUBLISHER: Parragon Publishing, The Life and Works art series collects the world's greatest artists and art movements into a handsome set of monographs Each book features a biography of an artist or an explanation of the movement, followed by 50 magnificent, individually commentated reproductions Each is an affordable treasure, sure to please every seasoned critic and newcomer to the beauty of great art.

The Mystery of Mary

The Mystery of Mary

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, Grace Livingston, PUBLISHER: Living Books, Tyron cannot forget Mary's beautiful face and spirit. He determines to discover the true identity of the young woman he longs to protect--and love. Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.

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The Lady or the Tiger and Other Short Stories

The Lady or the Tiger and Other Short Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stockton, Frank Richard, PUBLISHER: Tor Classics, Enter a magical realm of fantasy and adventure...a world of brave heroes, daring quests, and fabulous monsters A sleepy village is thrown into a flurry when the local man-eating monster decides to pay a call in "The Griffin and the Minor Canon." A gentle beekeeper undertakes a dangerous journey to solve a sorcerer's mysterious riddle in "The Bee-man of Orn." Having angered the ruthless king of a faraway land, a young hero is forced to face the ultimate challenge...choose "The Lady, or the Tiger"? And re-enter the tiger's arena with "The Discourager of Hesitancy"--the rare and difficult "continuation" of "The Lady, or the Tiger" These are but some of the timeless tales in this collection by a master American storyteller

Praying with Clare of Assisi

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.

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The Illustrated Guide to the Tarot

The Illustrated Guide to the Tarot

The Illustrated Guide to the Tarot: Interpret the Symbols of the Tarotand Increase Your Understanding of the Cards Kathleen McCormack - Quarto Publishing plc The Tarot is one of the oldest and most intr iguing systems of divination, or fotune-telling. This lavish ly illustrated book displays some of the most beautiful exam ples of Tarot packs from the past, and from around the world. 10 euro + shipping delivery

Science Fiction Cinema: From Outerspace to Cyberspace

Science Fiction Cinema: From Outerspace to Cyberspace

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: King, Geoff / Krzywinska, Tanya / Siegel, Geoff, PUBLISHER: Wallflower Press, This book charts the dimensions of one of the most popular genres in the cinema. From lurid comic-book blockbusters to dark dystopian visions, science fiction is seen as both a powerful cultural barometer of our times and the product of particular industrial and commercial frameworks. The authors outline the major themes of the genre, from representations of the mad scientist and computer hacker to the relationship between science fiction and postmodernism, exploring issues such as the meaning of special effects and the influence of science fiction cinema on the entertainment media of the digital age. Over one hundred films are discussed and the book concludes with an extensive case study of "Star Wars I: The Phantom Menace."

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Introduction to Operations Research

Introduction to Operations Research

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hillier, Frederick S., PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, The 8th edition of" Introduction to Operations Research" remains the classic operations research text while incorporating a wealth of state-of-the-art, user-friendly software and more coverage of modern OR topics. The hallmark features of this edition include solid coverage of fundamentals and state-of-the-practice operations research software used in conjunction with examples from the text. This edition will also feature the latest developments in OR, such as metaheuristics, simulation, and spreadsheet modeling.

The Illustrated Key to the Tarot

The Illustrated Key to the Tarot

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: de Laurence, L. W., PUBLISHER: Standard Publications, Destiny is not some planed and unchangeable road imposed on life. Tarot, as a system of interpretation, can discover many secrets of your destiny by the way of the Major and Minor Arcana. Tarot cards can give you an answer to almost any question and can uncover solutions to the problems before you. They can warn you of dangers or assure you of your decisions. They are your guide on the road of life. Simply present your question and follow the rules of the tarot to find your answer. This book is the traditional guide to reading the tarot. It presents you with the meanings of all of the cards, even their specific tricks and pitfalls. It will also show you exactly how to lay out the cards and the exact methods that are best used when divining from your Tarot deck.

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Maris

Maris

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, Grace Livingston, PUBLISHER: Living Books, On the eve of her brilliant society wedding, beautiful Maris must face the true meaning of love. Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.

Cheyenne Memories

Cheyenne Memories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stands, John / Liberty, Margot, PUBLISHER: University of Nebraska Press, Beginning with legendary times and extending to the first year of the reservation, "Cheyenne Memories" is a unique effort by an American Indian to collect and preserve the history of his people. The late John Stands In Timber, a Northern Cheyenne whose grandfather was killed in the Custer massacre, was born in . The recounting of Cheyenne traditions formed an im-portant part of his life from early childhood and in he became the self-appointed keeper of the oral literature of his tribe, seeking out old-timers who could contribute personal memories to Cheyenne lore. His collaboration with anthropologist Margot Liberty, which began in , spanned more than a decade.

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Work + Life

Work + Life

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Yost, Cali Williams, PUBLISHER: Riverhead Books, The empowering new 3-step guide to combining work and life strategically, creatively, and successfully. The message is simple: Work doesn't have to be all or nothing. There are countless combinations of work and life between these extremes. People can change the way work fits into their lives, in a way that's good for employees and employers. "Work+Life" provides the tools to adjust the "work" portion of life in order to have more time and/or energy for personal responsibilities and interests. Even a small change can make a big difference. Industry expert Cali Yost has been working with people on all sides of the issue: employees and managers at companies such as General Electric/NBC, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceuticals, and Ernst & Young, and EAPs nationwide that help companies help their employees. They all say the same thing-"Work+Life" is the missing piece of the puzzle, putting readers on the cutting edge of the workplace revolution.

Primary Sources

Primary Sources

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Allman, Melinda, PUBLISHER: Lucent Books, "The Thirteen Colonies "series explores the roots of the United States of America. Each book in the series traces the history of a colony -- its earliest European arrivals, its indigenous people, and its growth. Vivid detail brings to life the day-to-day existence of colonial Americans, with all its hardship and toil. The growing discontent with British rule, and the reasons behind it, are explained clearly, along with accounts of each colony's role in the Revolution and in the forging of a new nation. Each volume is enhanced with a multitude of lively primary and secondary source quotations, and a separate volume of primary source materials provides firsthand accounts of the nation's early history in the words of the people who lived it. Included are: Primary and secondary source quotations Footnotes Illustrations and timelines Annotated bibliographies

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The Three-Edged Sword

The Three-Edged Sword

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Potts, Maureen A., PUBLISHER: University Press of America, This book is a study of the complex, interconnected physical, psychological, social, and economic stresses that serious or chronic illness inflicts on patients in 20th-century America. The author explores these themes through the retelling of her own experience of a sixteenth-month search in (interspersed with some scholarly commentary) for a diagnosis of lupus and of the gradual evolution of coping strategies since. The author addresses the physical suffering and psychological ramifications of illness, the social stigma and economic disasters that often accompany such an experience, and the dehumanizing responses of the medical world.

Lord of the Rings Brooch Elven Leaf Brooch (silver plated)

Lord of the Rings Brooch Elven Leaf Brooch (silver plated)

A reproduction of the leaf brooch worn by the members of the Fellowship of the Ring from the movie trilogy The Lord of the Rings is now available in silver plated metal with rich green enameling. This inspiring and beautiful piece symbolizes the spirit and bond of those entrusted to save Middle-Earth.

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Timebomb

Timebomb

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Reichman, Lee / Hopkins Tanne, Janice / Tanne, Janice Hopkins, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Companies, ""A chilling account of... the global resurgence of this disease..."--"The New York Times ""Tuberculosis--a nineteenth century disease--has come back with a vengeance... "Timebomb "is the extraordinary story of courage and cowardice in confronting the global TB epidemic."--Donna E. Shalala, former Secretary of Health and Human Services, President of the University of Miami"

Rainforests of the World: Water, Fire, Earth & Air

Rainforests of the World: Water, Fire, Earth & Air

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Prance, Ghillean / Wolfe, Art, PUBLISHER: Crown Publishing Group (NY), Through spectacular images and a text built around the fundamental building blocks of life -- earth, air, fire, and water -- Rain forests of the World calls attention to our planet's most fecund -- and most threatened -- sources of life. More than 200 beautiful full-color images by the world-renowned photographer Art Wolfe enhance our appreciation for the biological diversity of these forests, for the fascinating plants and creatures that they harbor, and for the intricacy and delicacy of the interactions that bind the entire rainforest into one unified system. Rainforests of the World also makes a strong case that the world's rainforests, which cover only about 7 percent of the earth's land surface while sustaining more than 50 percent of all plant and animal species, are of vital importance to the survival of species beyond their borders, including mankind.

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Ghosts of the Fireground: Echoes of the Great Peshtigo Fire

Ghosts of the Fireground: Echoes of the Great Peshtigo Fire

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Leschak, Peter M. / Leschak, P., PUBLISHER: HarperOne, "On October , a wildfire of staggering immensity transformed the lumbering town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin (population ), into a literal, burning hell. It was the deadliest fire in North American history. At least people died, and the actual number of fatalities is unknown. Eighteen hundred square miles of woods, fields, and settlements were burned. By cruel coincidence, it was the very day and hour of the Great Chicago Fire.... The unlikely simultaneity of the two infernos has rendered Peshtigo unknown to most Americans.April : On the brink of one of the most ferocious fire seasons ever recorded, and faced with the challenge of commanding an elite attack helicopter team, wildland firefighter Peter Leschak discovers Father Pernin's written account of surviving the wildfire that devastated Peshtigo. As he takes us through Father Pernin's dangerous clash with the Great Peshtigo Fire, Leschak recounts his journey from a life preparing for the ministry to a career dedicated to fighting fires. In so doing, he breathes life into one of the most astounding and little-known disasters in American history and captures the sacred and mysterious pull of the fireground. From Father Pernin's struggle with an inferno so hot that not even the cold waters of the Peshtigo River guaranteed safety to the danger of today's frontline battles in America's wildlands, "Ghosts of the Fireground weaves seamlessly between these compelling adventures, offering a breathtaking look at the awesome power of fire and the courageous and noble pursuit that is wildland firefighting.

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