The first of the three canticles in "La divina commedia (The Divine Comedy), this fourteenth-century allegorical poem begins Dante''s imaginary journey from Hell to Purgatory to Paradise with his sojourn among the damned. His encounters with historical and mythological creatures--each symbolic of a [...]

Master the latest systems and techniques for improving quality Thoroughly updated and revised, the Second Edition of MODERN METHODS FOR QUALITY CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT brings you up to date with the latest statistical tools, quality management systems, and developments in the field of quality contr[...]

Microsoft? Office Word 2010: Introductory is designed for beginning users of Microsoft Office 2010. This self-paces, step-by-step book with corresponding screenshots makes learning easy and enjoyable. Students will learn the new features of excel through a variety of activities, simulations, and cas[...]

Over in the Meadow
in the sand in the sun
Lived an old mother turtle
and her little turtle one.So begins this classic nursery poem, written by Olive A Wadsworth in the late 19th century, a favorite counting rhyme for generations of children. Anna Vojtech's sweet illustrations depict a sun-d[...]

Henry W. Longfellow was born in Portland, Maine in 1807. The son of a lawyer, he toured Europe before settling in Harvard, where he taught. In 1847, the success of his poems enabled him to give up teaching and embark on Song of Hiawatha. This is a collection of his poetry.[...]

Dealing with a sick plant is one of the most frustrating situations a gardener can face. More often than not, we have no idea what is causing the problem, or how to fix it. Fortunately, help is at hand. "What's Wrong With My Plant? (And How Do I Fix It?)" provides an easy system for visually diagnos[...]

The first research guide explicitly grounded in the rhetorical situation, THE WADSWORTH GUIDE TO RESEARCH, DOCUMENTATION UPDATE EDITION, encourages users to consider the impact of their audience, purpose, and context at every stage of the research process. With a focus on using technology more produ[...]

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Do you have (or would like to have a credit card) but aren't sure of the best way to effectively use it? With WADSWORTH'S QUICK GUIDE TO CREDIT CARDS you will discover the essential skills you need to use a credit card responsibly. With this informative and important text in your pocket, you will be[...]

Helps you develop the research skills you need for success in academic, career, and everyday situations. Recognizing that technology is a part of your daily life, this title shows you how to apply the research skills you use every day (buying a car and choosing a movie) to academic and professional [...]