The author of The Order of Things presents four thousand thought-provoking questions designed to help readers learn about themselves and others in every type of social situation, with thematic sections that cover such topics as family, politics, pastimes, lifestyle choices, and more. Original. 17,50[...]

From the function of earwax to why woodpeckers do not damage their brains and the truth about spontaneous human combustion, a second fascinating compendium answers 225 inquiries into everyday science mysteries, culled from The New York Times's "Science Q&A" column. Original. 17,500 first printing.[...]

The author of Socrates Café explores the various ways in which people around the world--from different cultures and backgrounds--interpret six important questions originally posed by the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, including their diverse interpretations of virtue, moderation, justice, cour[...]

This short guidebook invites professionals to help clients view their anxiety problems in terms of what is going right rather than what is going wrong. Bannink equips clinicians with a toolbox of ready-to-use approaches to visualising goals and solutions, providing support as clients find their way [...]

This short guidebook invites professionals to help clients view their problems in terms of what is going right rather than what is going wrong. Bannink equips clinicians with a toolbox of ready-to-use approaches to visualizing goals and solutions, providing support as clients come to terms with trau[...]

Is the man I'm dating Mr. Darcy in disguise. . . or simply a jerk? It's been two centuries since Jane Austen penned "Pride & Prejudice" and her many other classic novels, yet her adroit observations on the social landscape and profound insights into human nature are as relevant now as they were in h[...]

Bestselling author Byron Katie and accomplished, award-winning illustrator Hans Wilhelm team up for a modern retelling of the classic folk tale "The Sky Is Falling "reimagined through the lens of Byron Katie's world-famous philosophy for living known as "The Work." Written for adults and children al[...]

Is there a difference between inspecting and supervising? What does 'time-barred' mean? Is the contractor entitled to take possession of a section of the work even though it is the contractor's fault that possession is not practicable? This book addresses these questions. It is suitable for project [...]

An informative volume fashioned in a question-and-answer format presents information about the building, passengers, launching, sailing, sinking, and rediscovery of the Titanic and includes illustrations, archival images, and step-by-step diagrams. Reprint.[...]

Barbara De Angelis, Ph.D., has transformed the lives of millions of people around the world through her bestselling books, award-winning television program, and sold-out seminars. Now she brings that essential advice to you, in the only guide to love you'll need for the nineties and beyond. Offeri[...]

This new book contains 350 'best of five' multiple-choice questions for the new MRCP (UK) Part 1 exam. The questions cover a wide range of topics in both clinical medicine and applied basic sciences. The answers are fully descriptive and will help the candidate appreciate why the correct answer is t[...]

Mindy Kaling loves to talk (Rainn Wilson has dubbed her "The Office "flibbertigibbet) and she loves to listen (back when she was babysitting for a living, her charges found in her an enthusiastic sounding-board for listing the pros and cons of marrying each band member of 'N Sync).
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