An engrossing and lively history of the fearsome and mythologized virus In the tradition of The Emperor of All Maladies and The Great Influenza, journalist Bill Wasik and veterinarian Monica Murphy chart the history, science, and cultural mythology of rabies. In the absence of vaccination -- as was [...]
The Land of Too Much presents a simple but powerful hypothesis that addresses three questions: Why does the United States have more poverty than any other developed country? Why did it experience an attack on state intervention starting in the 1980s, known today as the neoliberal revolution? And why[...]
This study is the first to examine the important political role played by astrology in Italian court culture. Reconstructing the powerful dynamics existing between astrologers and their prospective or existing patrons, The Duke and the Stars illustrates how the "predictive art" of astrology was a cr[...]
The four March sisters--Meg, Amy, Beth, and feisty Jo--share the joys and sorrows of growing up while their father is away at war. The family is poor in worldly goods, but rich in love and character.[...]
* Do you feel that no matter how hard you try it is never good enough? * Do you spend too much time trying to get things exactly right in order to avoid criticism? * Does it seem that at any minute people will find out that you are not really what you seem to be? If you answered yes to any of these[...]
"The Geography of Ethnic Violence" is the first among numerous distinguished books on ethnic violence to clarify the vital role of territory in explaining such conflict. Monica Toft introduces and tests a theory of ethnic violence, one that provides a compelling general explanation of not only most [...]
Timely and pathbreaking, "Securing the Peace" is the first book to explore the complete spectrum of civil war terminations, including negotiated settlements, military victories by governments and rebels, and stalemates and ceasefires. Examining the outcomes of all civil war terminations since 1940, [...]
Now in paperback for the first time, this unique guide to graphology demonstrates, using more than 250 samples, how one's handwriting can be used to identify both physical and mental strengths and weaknesses.Working on the premise that handwriting is actually 'brain writing' (in that the hand simply[...]
At the age of twenty-one, Monica Baldwin - the niece of Stanley Baldwin - entered one of the oldest and most strictly enclosed contemplative orders of the Roman Catholic Church. At the age of forty-eight, and after struggling with her vocation for many years, she obtained a special rescript from Rom[...]
Provides a comprehensive resource and learning tool for the field of aquatics. This book is a resource for providing safe, effective and successful aquatics participation to individuals requiring adaptations to environment, equipment, instructional strategies, skill techniques and teaching methods.[...]
In this powerful new self-help programme, Wright and Basco show you how to blend the best methods of scientifically tested treatments to win the battle against depression. The flexible plan laid out in this practical new book lets you learn about and master the Five Keys to Recovery in the sequence [...]
"A book you won't be able to put down. A Bangladeshi immigrant in London is torn between the kind, tedious older husband with whom she has an arranged marriage (and children) and the fiery political activist she lusts after. A novel that's multi-continental, richly detailed and elegantly crafted." -[...]
Following her National Book Critics Circle and "Los Angeles Times" Book Award-nominated, bestselling debut, "Brick Lane," Monica Ali's splendid "Alentejo Blue" "rewards readers with characters who etch themselves into one's memory" ("People").
Set in a small Portuguese village, "Alentejo Blue" [...]
Anne Jirsch is a psychic with an extraordinary gift. In her first book, she reveals her own unique techniques for effortlessly developing clairvoyant ability. As you follow Anne's fascinating life story she describes - with practical and straightforward exercises - how you too can switch on your psy[...]
Future Life Progression (FLP) is the amazing technique from top psychic Anne Jirsch. Already popular with Anne's celebrity clients, FLP is a skill that everyone can learn. FLP enables you to see where you will be five and ten years in the future, and how to use this information to resolve your prese[...]
COSMIC ENERGY is the amazing new book from top psychic Anne Jirsch. Everyone has heard of cosmic ordering; COSMIC ENERGY takes the process one step further and teaches you how to harness the pure power of the universe to transform all areas of your life. Learn how to reveal your life's purpose; attr[...]
This book contains quirky cartoons to remind you of the important things in life. Illustrator Monica Sheehan has collected some of her most beloved cartoons from "Real Simple" magazine in a truly inspirational book that will remind you of the small things that really do matter for a happier life: sh[...]
The magic of mixing colors, in a joyous story by a master colorist
Zena's world lacks color, so she sets out to find some. On her walk, she first finds one primary color, then another. But red, blue, and yellow aren't enough--Zena wants more colors Out pops an orange lion, a green frog, and a [...]
Sexual assault is a traumatic event from which many survivors never fully recover. They may develop a range of disorders, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, poor self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties and sexual dysfunction. This volume provides insight into the effects of rape a[...]
A debut that Neil Gaiman calls "Glorious. . . . So sharp, so focused and so human." "The Girl in the Road" describes a future that is culturally lush and emotionally wrenching.
Monica Byrne bursts on to the literary scene with an extraordinary vision of the future. In a world where global power [...]