"Culled from 69 stories collected in a 1930s] WPA project, these 20] tales are organized into sections with themes like 'Tricksters' or 'Virtues and Vices, ' each with a thoughtful introduction placing the individual stories in the context of feelings and background of the original tellers. Yep's [...]

Timeless observations on the craft of writing, taken from Thoreau's journals -- conditions required, method of creation, ideals and purpose of his art, and much more. Also, experiments in style which culminated in Thoreau's classic "Walden." Foreword. Introduction. Selected Bibliography. Index.[...]

With its innovative content, captivating design, and practical advice, WRITING: A MANUAL FOR THE DIGITAL AGE WITH EXERCISES, BRIEF Second Edition, will help you learn to write effectively and confidently in situations that matter to you. The book's visual examples and helpful checklists show you how[...]

If you already have Java programming experience and are looking to program games, this book is for you. David Brackeen, along with co-authors Bret Barker and Lawrence Vanhelsuwe, show you how to make fast, full-screen action games such as side scrollers and 3D shooters. Key features covered in this [...]

Over the past decade health and safety has become a major issue of public interest. There are countless stories of health and safety activities interfering with public life, preventing some beneficial activity from taking place - even creating absurd or dangerous situations.[...]