Meticulously researched by one of Hawaii's most noted journalists (and a long-time resident of the Big Island), this is hands-down the most reliable, up-to-date, and comprehensive guide to Kauai. Candid hotel reviews are based on a detailed personal inspection. You'll find lavish beachfront resorts,[...]

The last twenty years or so have seen a surge of interest in the philosophy of music. However there is comparatively little philosophical literature devoted specifically to songs, singing and vocal music in general.[...]

Captain Timothy O'Shay is on pre-deployment leave in Las Vegas when he meets Skye McDermott. For once, Tim lets loose and the two hook up. But in the morning, Tim wakes up to discover he's married a woman who's the polar opposite of what he always envisioned in a wife. But Skye is sure that this is [...]

This Reader's Guide brings together, in an easily accessible form, the range of review and critical material on the novels of Jeanette Winterson. The book traces the early reception of each novel on its publication and examines it alongside larger critical debates. Merja Makinen develops the controv[...]

In this beautiful retelling of the story of the very first Christmas, the humble donkey is chosen above all other animals to carry Mary to Bethlehem. As his journey unfolds, he is touched by th magic and mystery of the Nativity... With sparkles of originality, humour and warmth, the Christmas story [...]

Jack is the chosen one, the Radiant Boy the Magus needs in order to perfect the alchemy that will transform London of the 1600s into a golden city. But Jack isn't the kind of boy who will do what he is told by an evil genius, and he is soon involved in an epic and nail-biting adventure, featuring dr[...]

Over the past four decades many European welfare states have seen an increasing involvement of the commercial sector in their mixed economies of welfare. One aspect of this development that has yet to be fully understood in social policy analysis is the engagement of businesses to address social pro[...]

Reflections, the exceptional new scrapbooking how-to volume from industry innovator Jeanette R. Lynton, is dedicated to helping scrapbooking enthusiasts make the most of their memories, time, and creativity. The approach is beautifully simple, and the results are simply beautiful-every time Novice [...]

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This book features over 60 fun designs to create from felt. It follows success of Big Little Felt Universe. It includes step-by-step instructions suitable for beginner felters. Fans of the popular Big Little Felt Universe will rejoice at this fun sequel, featuring 60 all-new designs. The charming pr[...]

Jeanette Winterson's bold and revelatory novels have established her as a major figure in world literature. She has written some of the most acclaimed books of the last three decades, including her internationally bestselling first novel, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit, the story of a young girl ado[...]

Meet two heroes of Pakistan who stood up for the rights to freedom and education in these inspirational nonfiction tales Jeanette Winter.[...]