Here is a remarkable collection of virtually every opera libretto printed in Venice from 1637 to 1769. Assembled in the eighteenth century following Antonio Groppo's chronology, the set includes 1286 librettos bound in 117 volumes. Catalog entries give full transcription of title page, summary of co[...]

How can societies that welcome immigrants from around the world create civic cohesion and political community out of ethnic and racial diversity? This thought-provoking book is the first to provide a comparative perspective on how the United States and Canada encourage foreigners to become citizens.[...]

Editing Fact and Fiction is a concise, practical guide for people interested in book publishing or already working as editors who want to learn more about the opportunities in various kinds of book editing. Written in a lively, informal style, two editors with extensive experience in a wide variety [...]

A groundbreaking book that has grown out of over 30 years of research, HURTING THE ONE YOU LOVE provides an overview of theory and research on all forms of violence in intimate relationships including violence in dating relationships and marriages, incest, rape and sexual victimization, date rape, s[...]

Recounts the experiences of the author, who, as a young Polish girl--forced to work for the German army because of her blond hair and blue eyes--secretly assisted the Jews, from passing on information to smuggling prisoners from the work camp into the forest. Reissue.[...]

Intelligent Business Skills Book provides intensive skills-based training in executive Business English. It can be used independently from the Coursebook[...]

Learn how to do Automatic Writing is a step by step course to help you access higher realms of the mind, body and spirit. This workbook will guide you through the different steps required to become successful with Automatic Writing. In this book you will learn how to: Contact family members who have[...]

Explains how developing an individualized nutrition plan based on blood type, along with food-combining principles, can help individuals lose weight while maximizing health benefits, in a guide that alos features simple recipes for weight loss and maintenance, extensive meal plans, reference food c[...]

A little girl's wish for one day of sailing on a ship named after her comes true, but a storm at sea threatens to ruin the adventure[...]

The Fires of Autumn was written in the last two years of Irene Nemirovsky's life, after she fled Paris in 1940. The prequel to her masterpiece, Suite Francaise, it is a panoramic exploration of French life and a witness to the greatest horrors of the twentieth century. After four years of bloody war[...]

Features 20 beautiful beaded ring projects, complete with simple step-by-step instruction, clear beading diagrams and suggestions for creative variations. Projects are listed according to skill-level. So beginners and more advanced beaders can pick and choose accordingly with confidence. This includ[...]

Little girls ages 1-4 will love this sturdy and sparkling book starring two popular Disney princesses, Rapunzel and Belle. With dazzling glitter on the cover and every page, this book is perfect for Christmas and all winter long[...]