Uncovering the unexplored archive in the history of poetics, the author shows that the history of prosody is tied to the ways Victorian England argued about its national identity.[...]

Stanley pros offer novices and experts shortcut tips and advice on how to avoid pitfalls.Step-by-step details and photography simplify dozens of projects to construct and finish walls.Projects provide instructions for common carpentry solutions plus unusual situations.Advice and techniques to estima[...]

The highly popular "First Books" series, which brings together favourite prayers, hymns, carols and poetry along with the beautiful illustrations by Brenda Meredith Seymour and Tasha Tudor, has been in print for over thirty years. They will make perfect gifts for children aged 2-4, and are ideal for[...]

In order to give her family and friends a deep experience of earth-based spirituality, author Jane Meredith holds eight rituals per year, celebrating the solstices, the equinoxes, and the cross-quarter festivals. Rituals of Celebration provides accounts of the most memorable rituals she's organized,[...]

A craft for every day of Advent, or just to keep children entertained in the run up to Christmas. You can make decorations, your own Christmas cards, and a variety of gift boxes and trimmings. Each activity is wonderfully simple with only a few steps to each craft and will give satisfying results in[...]

London in 1856 is gripped by a frightening obsession. The specimen-collecting craze is growing, and discoveries in far-off jungles are reshaping the known world in terrible and unimaginable ways. When the glamorous Lady Bessingham is found murdered in her bedroom, surrounded by her vast collection o[...]

"Concorde" can surely claim to be the world's favorite aircraft. Its sleek lines and glamorous design made it an icon recognized all over the world. Traveling at twice the speed of sound at 60,000 feet, to fly "Concorde" was the dream of many and the regular pastime of the lucky few. The rich and fa[...]

Today more amateur photographers than ever before have the means to create incredible pictures. This hip primer proves that whether shooting with a film or digital camera, you don't need to invest in expensive photography equipmentor have an art school degree to take amazing photographs. Whether rea[...]

* Includes more than 40 cases covering a range of geriatric health issues* Presents critical thinking questions separately before disclosing answers to promote self-assessment* Well-referenced with links to current web resources where relevant* Written by experts in the field from a variety of prac[...]

Presents academic writing activities, integrated learning strategies, CNN videos, and a website that provide students with the tools they need to be successful, independent learners.[...]

The revised and fully updated edition of the seminal, sweeping history of post-colonial Africa