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Seeds of Fire: China and the Story Behind the Attack on

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Thomas, Gordon, PUBLISHER: Dandelion Books, In addition to being a social history which ranges deep behind the hidden face of China, Seeds of Fire is also a narrative which lends numbing credibility to what so far has only been a hint of China's real intentions in the Third Millennium and the first real insight into how the Bush Administration intends to deal with them.

Pictorial History of Hockey

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Romain, Joseph / Duplacey, James, PUBLISHER: Thunder Bay Press (CA), This lively volume begins with the first games resembling ice hockey, played on the frozen lakes of Europe and North America, and traces the game's development to the dazzling speed and puck-handling that characterize it today. From the first Stanley Cup playoff in through the growth of the Pacific Coast Hockey Association, the proliferation of boomtown hockey, the birth of the NHL, the evolution of the All-Star game, the advent of international competition, and the rival leagues to the expansion teams, this illustrated volume tells the complete story of the fastest game on ice.

Basel in the Age of Burckhardt: A Study in Unseasonable

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gossman, Lionel / University of Chicago Press, PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, This remarkable history tells the story of the independent city-republic of Basel in the nineteenth century, and of four major thinkers who shaped its intellectual history: the historian Jacob Burckhardt, the philologist and anthropologist Johann Jacob Bachofen, the theologian Franz Overbeck, and the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche.

Paradise Lost

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Milton, John, PUBLISHER: Nuvision Publications, Epic poem in blank verse, one of the late works by John Milton, considered by many scholars to be one of the greatest poems of the English language, Paradise Lost tells the biblical story of the fall from grace of Adam and Eve

Being a Boy Again: Autobiography and the American Boy Book

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jacobson, Marcia, PUBLISHER: University Alabama Press, "Being a Boy Again" identifies a literary genre that flourished between the Civil War and World War I--the American boy book. Jacobson distinguishes the boy book tradition from the didactic story for boys and the developmental autobiography of childhood, describing it as an autobiographical form that concentrates on boyhood alone. She discusses what gave rise to the boy book, what forms it took, what problems it addressed, and finally, why it disappeared. Jacobson finds her answers in the widespread social and economic changes of the second half of the 19th century, as well as in the personal crisis that inspired each of the boy books. She argues that key works by such writers as Thomas Bailey Aldrich, William Dean Howells, Mark Twain, Stephen Crane, and Booth Tarkington marked a nostalgic retreat to being a boy again in the face of the difficulties of being a man in 19th-century America.

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."

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Andrew Lloyd Webber One of the most successful musicals of all time, Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'The Phantom Of The Opera' has now been adapted for the cinema. This book traces the 'Phantom' legend from Gaston Leroux's original story, covering both the history (cod. I_)

Woman Suffrage in Australia

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Oldfield, Audrey, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, In when New South Wales women celebrated the granting of their right to vote, suffragist Rose Scott told the male politicians present that their names would be remembered "not only in the history of Australia but in that of the world," while the names of the women would be forgotten. Her words have held true for the best part of this century, until the publication of this book. Woman Suffrage in Australia tells the story of the struggle for female enfranchisement from the first stirrings of the movement in , as it gained momentum and South Australian women were given the vote in , to the success of the suffragists' campaigns when the vote was granted in by the Commonwealth. The author considers the international ramifications of the victory of Australian women in attaining the vote, comparing their struggle with that of the suffragists in America and the United Kingdom, who did not succeed in being granted the vote until and respectively.

The Music of the Sun The Story of Helioseismology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: William J Chaplin, PUBLISHER: Oneworld Publications, NA

Nutcracker

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hoffmann, E. T. A. / Koppe, Susanne / Zwerger, Lisbeth, PUBLISHER: NorthSouth, For nearly two hundred years, E. T. A. Hoffmann's tale of the Nutcracker has enchanted readers, inspired artists and composers, and delighted audiences around the world. In cities and towns everywhere, children thrill to annual performances of Tchaikovsky's classic Christmas ballet about a girl named Marie who helps a wooden nutcracker defeat an evil army of mice, and is rewarded by a visit to the magical dream world, the Land of Toys. Lisbeth Zwerger's stunning, all-new interpretation of "The Nutcracker, adapted from the original Hoffmann tale, rounds out the story depicted in the ballet, exploring the background of the feud between the Nutcracker and the seven-headed Mouse King, the true role of the mysterious Drosselmeier, the tragic fate of Princess Pirlipat, the spell cast by Mistress Mousie that is finally broken by loyal Marie, and the satisfying, happily-ever-after conclusion to the great battle and fantastic journey. In pictures filled with wit and whimsy, drama, mystery, and magic, Lisbeth Zwerger transports us to the darkest reaches and brightest beauty of this fairy-tale world.

The Importance of: Frank Sinatra

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Woog, Adam, PUBLISHER: Lucent Books, Frank Sinatra was perhaps the most important and influential singer in 20th century popular music - the premiere interpreter of the great American songbook. The story behind the Chairman of the Board is a paradox, combining tremendous musical sensitivity with a personal life of turmoil, glamorous women, and dangerous friends.

Following the Ark of the Covenant The Story of the Most

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kerry Ross Boren Lisa Lee Boren, PUBLISHER: Cedar Fort Incorporated, NA

A Long Path: The Search for a Tennessee Bicentennial

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hinton, Kem G., PUBLISHER: Hillsboro Press, Though most Tennesseans first heard of the Tennessee Bicentennial Capitol Mall during the year of its celebration, the path of its creation is almost as old as the state itself. From details of the first settlement on the site of the Mall to descriptions of items still to come, Kem Hinton tells the story of this vital Nashville area through historical pictures and commentary.

The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Vaillant, John, PUBLISHER: Vintage Books Canada, It's December and a man-eating tiger is on the prowl outside a remote village in Russia's Far East. To the horrified astonishment of a team of hunters, it emerges that the attacks are not random: the tiger is engaged in a vendetta. Injured and starving, it must be found before it strikes again, and the story becomes a battle for survival between two main characters: Yuri Trush, the lead tracker, and the tiger itself. Culminating in a showdown deep in the Siberian forest, "The Tiger "is a haunting, spellbinding tale of a hunt to the death; of man and nature in collision; of the ancient relationship between predators and prey; and an intimate portrait of a remarkable animal and its increasingly threatened world.

The Count of Monte Cristo: Abridged

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dumas, Alexandre / Bair, Lowell, PUBLISHER: Bantam Classics, Set against the turbulent years of the Napoleonic era, Alexandre Dumas's thrilling adventure story is one of the most widely read romantic novels of all time. In it the dashing young hero, Edmond Dante s, is betrayed by his enemies and thrown into a secret dungeon in the Chateau d'If -- doomed to spend his life in a dank prison cell. The story of his long, intolerable years in captivity, his miraculous escape, and his carefully wrought revenge creates a dramatic tale of mystery and intrigue and paints a vision of France -- a dazzling, dueling, exuberant France -- that has become immortal.

Mary Quesquesqah's Love Story: A Pend D'Oreille Indian Tale

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Beaverhead, Pete, PUBLISHER: Montana Historical Society Press, Developed by the Salish Culture Committee, Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Copublished with Salish Kootenai College Press In Mary Quequesah's Love Story, a tale from the buffalo-hunting era of the nineteenth century, Mary Quequesah confronts the difficulties of love. After Mary's husband leaves her, a wise old woman dreams of her sorrow and tells her how to win him back.

Lion Let Loose

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tranter, Nigel, PUBLISHER: Hodder & Stoughton, This book tells the story of James the First of Scotland, who was an extraordinary poet, thinker, warrior, athlete, and statesman. His romance with Joanna Beaufort is one of the great love stories in history, and the love for him of Catherine Douglas one of the most poignant. Acquista Ora

The Shield of Honor

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morris, Gilbert, PUBLISHER: Tyndale House Publishers, Two families--the Wakefields of nobility and the lower-class Morgans--are the focus of this sweeping generational saga, joined by intriguing personalities such as Elizabeth I, William Tyndale, and John Bunyan. Linking the people and events through the ages is the struggle of men and women who sought God as the answer to their difficulties. #3: "Shield of Honor" This third book of the series depicts the English civil war, Charles I, and Cromwell as it continues the story of the Wakefield and Morgan families.

The Christmas Story: From the Gospels of Matthew and Luke

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Johnson, Cathy Ann, PUBLISHER: Tommy Nelson, Fully illustrated low-priced picture book which tells the story of Christmas straight from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke using the text from the International Children's Bible, a translation that is easily understood by young children. Perfect for families to read together during the holiday season.

Exploring the Story: A Reference Companion

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barr, Adam T., PUBLISHER: Zondervan, Exploring the Story helps you understand and grasp the significance of each chapter in the The Story, an innovative Bible that presents Scripture as a continuous narrative in chronological order. The big picture of God's redemptive plan comes into focus as you learn about the following elements: Timeline---shows how the events of The Story relate to the rest of history Plot Points---briefly describes the key narrative themes of a passage Cast of Characters---introduces the people featured in the text Chapter Overview---summarizes the corresponding chapter in The Story Discussion Questions---gives ideas for individual or group reflection Section Commentary---presents theological issues, important archaeological discoveries, or launch points for further discussion Small group leaders, pastors, and lay students of the Bible will gain a deeper understanding of God's life-changing redemptive plan by reading this book alongside The Story.

Reading the Women of the Bible: A New Interpretation of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Frymer-Kensky, Tikva, PUBLISHER: Schocken Books Inc, "Reading the Women of the Bible "takes up two of the most significant intellectual and religious issues of our day: the experiences of women in a patriarchal society and the relevance of the Bible to modern life.

La Leyenda de La Flor Nochebuena: The Legend of the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: dePaola, Tomie, PUBLISHER: Puffin Books, Called la flor de la Nochebuena -- the flower of the Holy Night -- in Mexico, the poinsettia blooms at Christmastime, the symbol of a little girl's unselfish gift to the Christ Child. With glorious paintings that capture not only the brilliant colors of Mexico but also the magic and excitement of the season, Tomie dePaola imbues the tale with his own special feeling for Christmas.

A Narrative History of Experimental Social Psychology: The

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Patnoe, Shelley, PUBLISHER: Springer, "A Narrative History of Experimental Social Psychology" presents lengthy and intensive interviews with the contemporary scientists that founded and shaped the field of social psychology. The story of social psychology is told through the autobiographical narratives of leading figures, such as Dorwin Cartwright, Harold Kelley, Kurt Back, Robert Krauss, Stanley Schachter, and Leon Festinger. The author traces the beginning of the field from the close-knit group of students around Kurt Lewin to the major research groups responsible for the scientific origins of the discipline. The interviews offer unique insights into the beginnings of the fields and prospects for future trends.

Boneland

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Garner, Alan / Powell, Robert, PUBLISHER: Naxos Audiobooks, Boneland is Alan Garner's continuation of the story thread which began in his first and enduringly popular fantasy children's novel, The Weirdstone of Brisingamen, published in , it has never been out of print. The Moon of Gomrath followed in taking the story further with the same two children, Colin and Susan. But Boneland is particularly fascinating because it takes the story into adulthood, with Colin again the main proponent. Boneland is read by the experienced actor Robert Powell, at the request of Alan Garner himself. Acquista Ora

Leader Dogs for the Blind

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gibbs, Margaret, PUBLISHER: Denlinger's Publishers, Guide dogs for the blind offer two of the greatest gifts that a dog can give a person -- independence and mobility. Read the heartwarming story of one of the oldest schools in the country that trains them. Get your copy of this inspiring book today.

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