Examining political campaigns and political advertising through the analytical lens of media literacy, this well-illustrated and timely handbook guides readers through the maze of "spin" that is the hallmark of the modern political campaign. It dissects the persuasive strategies in the political mes[...]
Mixing mystery and adventure in the tradition of Louis Sachar, Avi, and E.L. Konigsburg, "If You Find This" is the story of unlikely friendships, unexpected bravery and eleven-year-old Nicholas Funes's quest to prove his grandfather's treasure is real.
Nicholas is a math and music genius with no [...]
The classic textbook in molecular biology, updated with new chapters, new information, and new media.
Completely up-to-date with the latest research advances, the Sixth Edition of James D. Watsonâs classic text, Molecular Biology of the Gene retains the distinctive character of earli[...]
Adobe Acrobat continues to be one of the most widely recognized tools for document management, office communications, and improved workflow, and Acrobat 9 is the most powerful version yet. You can now collaborate with others using enhanced review and discussion tools, customize and organize forms, e[...]
Now completely up-to-date with the latest research advances, the Seventh Edition of James D. Watson's classic book, Molecular Biology of the Gene retains the distinctive character of earlier editions that has made it the most widely used book in molecular biology. Twenty-two concise chapters, co-aut[...]
This edition features the exact same content as the traditional text in a convenient, three-hole-punched, loose-leaf version. Books a la Carte also offer a great value for your students-this format costs 35% less than a new textbook. Now completely up-to-date with the latest research advances, the S[...]
Books a la Carte are unbound, three-hole-punch versions of the textbook. This lower cost option is easy to transport and comes with same access code or media that would be packaged with the bound book. Now completely up-to-date with the latest research advances, the Seventh Edition of James D. Watso[...]
Achieve the best possible outcomes for a full range of facial flap procedures! Preeminent authority Shan R. Baker, MD provides peerless guidance on expertly overcoming a full range of reconstructive challenges using today's best techniques. What's more, multidisciplinary perspectives from otolaryngo[...]
In recent philosophical discourse, there has been a proliferation of work in the field of philosophy of religion, and in particular at the intersection between epistemology and philosophy of religion. Much of that interest has centred on the emergence of what has come to be known as 'Reformed Episte[...]
Provides a foundation for students embarking on post-16 Media courses. This book introduces students to various explanations, definitions and demonstrations of key concept areas. It talks about the essential media skills of textual analysis, production and evaluation. It includes case studies, revis[...]
"But this can't be right. You're a little giant!" Truly Plaice - part behemoth, part witch, part Cinderella - is born larger than life into a small-minded town. Her birth rocks the pillars of tiny Aberdeen, New York, and breaks her family into smithereens. She spends a painful childhood in the shado[...]
This book offers learning and teaching materials for anyone beginning a career as a care worker, especially in Scotland[...]
The terrifyingly surreal universe of horror master H. P. Lovecraft bleeds into the logical world of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's champion of rational deduction, in these stories by twenty top horror, mystery, fantasy, and science fiction writers.Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes is a[...]
A "New York Times Book Review" Notable Book, a "Seattle Times" Best Title, a "Christian Science Monitor "Best Fiction Book, a "Miami Herald "Favorite Book, and a "Kirkus "Best Book of the Year
The servants take center stage in this irresistibly imagined belowstairs answer to "Pride and Prejudice[...]
What if you had the power to make all your fantasies come true? Suzanne Portnoy is a woman on a mission. Freed from the restraints of marriage and monogamy, she's no longer looking for Prince Charming. She's looking for fun. And she intends to find it... This is an erotic memoir with a differe[...]
An Unlikely Partnership
Opening a business isn't a piece of cake--something Melissa Sweeney discovers when an anonymous benefactor brings her to Bygones, Kansas. She can't fulfill her longtime dream of starting up her own bakery without help. But with his traditional views of work and family, Br[...]
Since the 1950's, our countryâs greatest libraries have, as a matter of common practice, dismantled their collections of original bound newspapers and so-called brittle books, replacing them with microfilmed copies. The marketing of the brittle-paper crisis and the real motives behind it are th[...]
From his very first book to his very last book, here in one big volume are 13 classic Dr. Seuss stories, everyone's favorites. All of the words and virtually all of the illustrations are included. Each story is prefaced by a short essay by someone whose life was changed by Dr. Seuss or who is simply[...]
Beans Baker cannot play in his championship soccer game because his foot is in a cast, and his teammate Chester thinks it is all his fault that Beans was injured. Simultaneous.[...]
Joy Wilson believes that everything is better with pie. And caramel. And definitely ice cream. Her world is pretty sweet: she dabbles daily in butter and sugar as her blogging alter ego, Joy the Baker. Her new book, "Joy the Baker Homemade Decadence, " is packed with 125 of Joy's favorite, supereasy[...]
Here are 125 recipes to tackle any brunch craving from juices and coffees, to breads, eggs, pancakes, sandwiches, salads, and definitely bacon."[...]
A "New York Times" Top 10 Best Book of the Year
A "Washington Post" Notable Book
Theirs was the most captivating American political partnership since Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger: a bold and untested president and his seasoned, relentless vice president. Confronted by one crisis after an[...]