The New Sri Lankan House charts the development of private houses in the 21st century in a variety of locations around the island. Most are the work of home-grown architects, many of whom are indebted to the influence of the islands most famous son, Geoffrey Bawa. Through the inclusion of plans, sec[...]

Set in the nineteenth century, "The Counting House" narrates the experiences of an Indian couple, Rohinia and Vidia, growing up and getting married in a small Indian village before setting off for a new life in colonial Guyana, seduced by tales of the promised land and the riches they will find ther[...]

"Legend of Korra" continues the epic action begun in "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Now fantasy fans ages 12 and up can bend their way into the beginning of Korra's adventures with this novelization of Nickelodeon's hit series, "The Legend of Korra."[...]

"Jurassic World" is the long-awaited next installment of the groundbreaking "Jurassic Park" series. T. rex s, velociraptors, triceratops as well as some all-new dinosaurs will roar across the screen in this epic action-adventure directed by Colin Trevorrow starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, [...]

Immense in scope, ferocious in nature, and epic in consequence, the Battle of Kursk witnessed (at Prokhorovka) one of the largest tank engagements in world history and led to staggering losses-including nearly 200,000 Soviet and 50,000 German casualties-within the first ten days of fighting. Going w[...]

Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Olaf the snowman, and all the stars from Disney "Frozen" are back in an all-new magical chapter book series perfect for girls ages 6 to 9. After years apart, Anna and Elsa are finally getting to know each other as sisters. But Anna still wishes she could remember the magic[...]

Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Olaf the snowman, and all the stars from Disney "Frozen" are back in an all-new magical chapter book series perfect for girls and boys ages 6 to 9. Anna has an adventurous spirit. Elsa has magical power over ice and snow. Together the sisters explore the mountains, palace,[...]

Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Olaf the snowman, and all the stars from Disney "Frozen" are back in an all-new magical chapter book series perfect for girls ages 6 to 9. After years apart, Anna and Elsa are finally getting to know each other as sisters. But Anna still wishes she could remember the magic[...]

Offers information that is needed to command posts at sea. This book discusses various aspects of shipboard management with special emphasis placed on health and safety. It shows how to respond to accidents and emergencies at sea, in the event, for example of cargo contamination, collision, and dama[...]