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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.

Cinque giorni a parigi

Danielle Steel The romance of two Americans in Paris, both staying at the Ritz hotel. He is Peter Haskell, 44, a pharmaceutical executive working on a cancer cure who is the father of three sons. She is Olivia Thatcher, 34, wife of a U.S. senator with pre (cod. I_)

Baby Owlet and the Big Pussycat: A Tale of Unlikely

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Shirley, Alice, PUBLISHER: Pavilion Children's, A wonderful, beautifully illustrated tale of an unlikely friendship, based upon a true story A plucky young owlet decides to try and find his own dinner one day, and so flies from the safety of his nest into the unknown world surrounding him. Little does he know that his nest is in a tree in the middle of a zoo--and he quickly finds himself face-to-face with a lion. Yet, instead of being eaten, the owlet and lion become friends. As the zookeeper tries in vain to rescue the owl, the owl comes up with a plan to help the lion escape too.

Life After Violence: A People's Story of Burundi

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Uvin, Peter, PUBLISHER: Zed Books, Burundi recently emerged from twelve years of civil war. In this book, ordinary Burundians, farmers, artisans, traders, mothers, soldiers and students talk about the past and the future, war and peace, their hopes for a better life and their relationships with each other and the state. Young men, in particular, often seen as the cause of violence, talk about the difficulties of living up to standards of masculinity in an impoverished and war-torn society. Weaving a rich tapestry, Peter Uvin pitches the ideas and aspirations of people on the ground against the assumptions often made by the international development and peace-building agencies. This groundbreaking book on conflict and society in Africa will have profound repercussions for development across the world.

Mikhail Tal's Best Games of Chess

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Clarke, Peter H., PUBLISHER: Hardinge Simpole Limited, Mikhail Tal took the chess world by storm when he blasted a path through the titans of the global chess board - Fischer, Smyslov, Keres, Petrosian - and seized the crown of the mighty Botvinnik. Tal sacrificed as if there were no tomorrow and the very greatest were humbled and smashed by his whirlwind tactics.

States of Siege: U.S. Prison Riots

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Useem, Bert / Kimball, Peter, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, This book examines case studies of recent prison riots in five states, including the radical uprising in Attica, New York, and the infamous bloodbath at the New Mexico Penitentiary. The most extensive and detailed work yet written on US prison riots, the authors explain the occurrence and variations of riots as a reflection of the administrative breakdown of the prison system within a changing ideological context. A theoretical appendix helps make this work an ideal introduction to sociological theories of collective action.

Created Equal, Volume I: A History of the United States: To

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jones, Jacqueline / Wood, Peter H. / Borstelmann, Thomas, PUBLISHER: Longman Publishing Group, With its sweeping, inclusive view of American history, "Created Equal "emphasizes social history-including the lives and labors of women, immigrants, working people, and minorities in all regions of the country-while delivering the familiar chronology of political and economic history. By integrating the stories of a variety of groups and individuals into the historical narrative, "Created Equal "helps connect the nation's past with the student's present. "Created Equal "explores an expanding notion of equality and American identity--one that encompasses the stories of diverse groups of people, territorial growth and expansion, the rise of the middle class, technological innovation and economic development, and engagement with other nations and peoples of the world. Acquista Ora

The Circus Ship

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Van Dusen, Chris, PUBLISHER: Candlewick Press (MA), With stunning artwork and a rhyming text, the illustrator of the Mercy Watson books tells a tale of human-animal connection full of humor and heart. When a circus ship runs aground off the coast of Maine, the poor animals are left on their own to swim the chilly waters. Staggering onto a nearby island, they soon win over the wary townspeople with their kind, courageous ways. So well do the critters blend in that when the greedy circus owner returns to claim them, villagers of all species conspire to outsmart the bloated blowhard. With buoyant rhymes and brilliantly caricatured illustrations evoking the early nineteenth century, Chris Van Dusen presents a hugely entertaining tale about the bonds of community -- and a rare hidden-pictures spread for eagle-eyed readers of all ages.

Leading Consciously

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chatterjee, Debashis / Senge, Peter / Senge, Peter M., PUBLISHER: Routledge, Leading Consciously addresses the issues of motivation, decision-making, communication, time management, effective learning, work psychology, organizational development, and self-mastery. The author weaves together the insights of some of the most remarkable leaders of the world whose lives embody great truths about leadership and self-transformation, masters such as M. K. Gandhi, Edmund Hillary, Mother Teresa, and Albert Einstein. Debashis Chatterjee is an international management thinker, Fulbright scholar, corporate philosopher, mystic, and writer. He is a member of the faculty in Behavioral Sciences at the Indian Institute of Management in Lucknow, India. An immensely popular speaker on the themes of spirituality and modern management, Chatterjee organizes frequent leadership retreats for diverse audiences of executives, doctors, scientists, political leaders, and social service workers in India and around the world. - A unique synthesis of the sciences of the West and classical wisdom of the East - Connects corporate leadership and consciousness - Places 'self-mastery' into management language and the business arena

Plundering Africa's Past

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schmidt, Peter R. / McIntosh, Roderick J., PUBLISHER: James Currey, This text examines why the African past, namely its art and antiquities, is disappearing at a rate perhaps unmatched in any other part of the world. Each essay looks at the international network of looting and trafficking, and the conclusion discusses specific steps that could halt the disappearance of Africa'a cultural heritage. The text presents an indictment of African contributions to the problem, and the contributors include African government and museum officials, members of international agencies,academics, and journalists.

A Year in Provence

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mayle, Peter / Clancy, Judith, PUBLISHER: Vintage Books USA, In this witty and warm-hearted account, Peter Mayle tells what it is like to realize a long-cherished dream and actually move into a 200-year-old stone farmhouse in the remote country of the Luberon with his wife and two large dogs. He endures January's frosty mistral as it comes howling down the Rhone Valley, discovers the secrets of goat racing through the middle of town, and delights in the glorious regional cuisine. "A Year in Provence" transports us into all the earthy pleasures of Provencal life and lets us live vicariously at a tempo governed by seasons, not by days.

Miracle and a Privilege: Recounting a Half Century of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Moore, Francis Daniels / Brigham, Peter B., PUBLISHER: National Academy Press, In this autobiography, Dr. Moore brings humor and warmth to the story of a lifetime at the forefront of medicine.

A Penny for a Hundred: A Story of Friendship

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pochocki, Ethel / McSparren / Owens, Mary Beth, PUBLISHER: Down East Books, In , World War II is brought close to home for the residents of northern Maine when German POWs are sent to work in the potato fields and lumber camps. Nine-year-old Clare befriends one of the prisoners who works on her father's farm. Already familiar with the Swedish and French-Canadian traditions of her family and neighbors, Clare is fascinated by the Christmas customs Peter describes, and she decides to bring at least one familiar holiday gift to Peter and his fellow POWs.

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.

Dictionary of Art & Artists by Peter and Linda Murray

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A Comparative View of the Constitutions of Great Britain and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Peter Freeland Aiken, PUBLISHER: Kessinger Publishing LLC, NA

Replay to Ancient Days: The Second Collection of Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harris, Wayne Arthur, PUBLISHER: iUniverse, More from the author of "Rewind To Ancient Times." This second collection of stories is full of surprises. Part one uncovers an array of poetic curios from the early days, as well as some from recent years. All deliver a concise and imaginative tale. Part two sends the reader into the realm of twelve fascinating, suspenseful, and startling short stories. Discover the magic. Relive the excitement in "Replay To Ancient Days."

Re-Presenting GIS

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fisher, Peter F. / Fisher, Peter / Unwin, David J., PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, 'Geographical information science' is not merely a technical subject but also poses theoretical questions on the nature of geographic representation and whether there exist limits on the ability of GI systems to deal with certain objects and issues. This book presents the debate surrounding technical GIS and theory of representation from an 'inside' GIS perspective. Chapters are authored by leading researchers from a range of fields including geographers, planners, ecologists and computer scientists from Europe and North America.

In the Maelstrom of Change The Indian Trade and Cultural

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Peter A Thomas, PUBLISHER: Garland Publishing Inc, NA

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 Colors of Courage: Gettysburg's Forgotten History:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Creighton, Margaret S., PUBLISHER: Basic Books (AZ), In the summer of , as Union and Confederate armies converged on southern Pennsylvania, the town of Gettysburg found itself thrust onto the center stage of war. The three days of fighting that ensued decisively turned the tide of the Civil War. In "The Colors of Courage," Margaret Creighton narrates the tale of this crucial battle from the viewpoint of three unsung groups--women, immigrants, and African Americans--and reveals how wide the conflict's dimensions were. A historian with a superb flair for storytelling, Creighton draws on memoirs, letters, diaries, and newspapers to bring to life the individuals at the heart of her narrative. "The Colors of Courage" is a stunningly fluid work of original history-one that redefines the Civil War's most remarkable battle.

J.M. Barrie: The Magic Behind Peter Pan

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Aller, Susan / Aller, Susan Bivin, PUBLISHER: Lerner Publications, These informative and inspiring biographies will give young readers a look at the lives of some of the world's most influential people in history. Each over 100 pages, the books are also ideal for reports.

Liber kaos

Peter J Carroll A complete, advanced magical training course for the individual or for groups, with details of the author's magical order, an outline for setting up a temple, and instructions for carrying out the essential rituals of Chaos Magic. Includes

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.

The Easy-To-Read Little Engine That Could

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Piper, Watty / Retan, Walter / Mateu, PUBLISHER: Platt & Munk, "I think I can I think I can " The classic tale of the little engine who wasn't afraid to try. Here is a delightful adaptation of one of the best-selling children's books of all time with a vocabulary specially geared for beginning readers.

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