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The thought-provoking, aesthetically pleasing animated films of Hayao Miyazaki attract audiences well beyond the director's native Japan. Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away were critically acclaimed upon U.S. release, and the earlier My Neighbor Totoro a …

The master creator of finely crosshatched illustrations and sinisterly amusing tales, Edward Gorey (American, 1925 2000) got his start in publishing by designing book covers for such New York houses as Doubleday, Grosset & Dunlap, Vintage Books, and later …

Agile Data Warehouse Design is a step-by-step guide for capturing data warehousing/business intelligence (DW/BI) requirements and turning them into high performance dimensional models in the most direct way: by modelstorming (data modeling + brainstorming …

Annie the Adventurer is the true story of an adventurous young girl that grew into an adventurous old woman. Join Annie on her travels and share her experiences, from early childhood to old age and everything in between. Follow her to Paris and the pyrami …

Vladimir Putin's first invasion of Ukraine, in 2014, set off a global economic clash, as the West used its clout with international markets to deter and penalize the Kremlin. The battlelines of this 'war by other means' traversed a series of deep economic …

Annie the Adventurer is the true story of an adventurous young girl that grew into an adventurous old woman. Join Annie on her travels and share her experiences, from early childhood to old age and everything in between. Follow her to Paris and the pyrami …

Why is the Middle East a crisis factory, and how can it be fixed? What does the future look like for its 500 million people? And what role should the West play? Iyad El-Baghdadi and Ahmed Gatnash tell the story of the modern Middle East as a series of bro …

The quarter century comprising the "Original Six" years of the National Hockey League is often fondly discussed by the sport's scholarly fans. However, one surprisingly underappreciated jewel from that era is the 1951 Stanley Cup final series between the …

From her world-famous dude ranch in Washington state's Yakima County, Kay Kershaw exerted tremendous influence on conservation efforts in the Pacific Northwest and, tangentially, on LGBTQ+ rights in the United States. After gaining local renown in sports …

In February 1910, the future Virginia Woolf played the most famous practical joke in British military history. Blackening her face and masquerading as an Abyssinian prince, the young writer and her friends conned their way onto HMS Dreadnought, the Empire …

When Madian Al Jazerah came out to his Arab parents, his mother had one question. 'Are you this?' she asked, cupping her hand. 'Or are you this?' she motioned with a poking finger. If you're the poker, she said, you aren't a homosexual. For Madian, this o …

On May 25th, 1946, after 22 years as a congressional secretary, Jane Pratt was elected as North Carolina's first congresswoman. The press reported with great interest how "Miss Jane" won by a landslide with only a $100 campaign budget. She hit the ground …

This book combines two of Gorey's Thoughtful Alphabets (long out of print) in one volume never before published in hardcover. In each, Gorey's twenty-six-word stories (wherein the first word begins with A, the last with Z) weave a tale of suspense and int …

Decolonisation has lost its way. Originally a struggle to escape the West's direct political and economic control, it has become a catch-all idea, often for performing "morality" or "authenticity;" it suffocates African thought and denies African agency. …

Has any war in history gone according to plan? Monarchs, dictators and elected leaders alike have a dismal record on military decision-making, from over-ambitious goals to disregarding intelligence, terrain, or enemy capabilities. This not only wastes the …

This thoroughly updated and revised critical account of the Godzilla movie franchise explores the fascinating story behind Japan's most famous movie monster and its development from black-and-white arthouse allegory to international commercial juggernaut. …

A story of love, loss, family and discovery - a story of life on a trapline in the Far North. "Bob Harte was well-known to those of us in the trapping community long before he became an international celebrity as a star of the Last Alaskans TV program. Bo …

Horror films have been around for more than 100 years, and they continue to make a large impact on popular culture as they reflect their contemporary zeitgeist. Between the mid-1950s and mid-1980s, drive-in theaters were at their peak of popularity, and e …

An Easy to Remember Rhyme For Children with Anxiety "1-2-3, a deep breath for me, 4-5-6, blow it out like candlesticks, 7-8-9, everything will be fine, when I get to 10, I do it again." 1-2-3, A Deep Breath for Me focuses on teaching self-regulation sk …

An Edward Gorey classic back in print after four decades. Emblus Fingby's life was changed forever with the unexpected arrival of the osbick bird. The two became inseparable companions. Their curious relationship came to an end only with the utmost displ …

Leprosy has tormented mankind since records began. For much of its long history it was without cure--a disfiguring disease that stigmatized those it affected, isolating them from society. Today there is an effective treatment, but the last mile to achieve …

Addams' Apple presents more than 150 cartoons created by "Chas" Addams (American, 1912-1988) throughout his prolific career; some have never been published before. More of the artist's work can be seen in The Addams Family: An Evilution (Pomegranate, 2010 …

Eight years after annexing Crimea, Russia embarked on a full-scale invasion of neighboring Ukraine in February 2022. For Vladimir Putin, this was a legacy-defining mission--to restore Russia's sphere of influence and undo Ukraine's surprisingly resilient …

Do you have sewing knowledge, but find yourself nervous about attempting alterations? Have you done some alterations with less-than-successful results? Learn effective alteration methods that work from Susan Martinek, who brings twenty-eight years of expe …

When a loving and respectful parent-child relationship is the foundation for parenting and discipline the result is well-behaved, thoughtful, and socially conscious children. This book focuses on what parents can do, and more importantly how they can be w …

The Los Angeles Air Raid on February 24/25, 1942 opened an unprecedented chapter in the evolution of the U.S. Navy. In response to this incident, a covert research program to investigate the feasibility of exotic antigravity propulsion technologies was de …

The Thinking Fan's Guide is a different kind of guidebook that leaves out the usual ephemera on trip planning, ticket prices, restaurants, and shopping to concentrate on what visitors to Magic Kingdom come to see--the rides and shows. Wallace provides a l …

Antarctica is a land about to be exposed over its well-guarded secrets and ancient hidden mysteries ... In 1955, as a result of a secret agreement reached between the Eisenhower Administration and a German breakaway group in Antarctica, a transnational co …

In July 1947, India's last Viceroy, Lord Louis Mountbatten, stood before New Delhi's Chamber of Princes to deliver the most important speech of his career. He had just three weeks to convince over 550 sovereign princely states--some tiny, some the size of …

Leaders and managers throughout the sporting world face many ethical challenges on a daily basis. Should an athletic director chastise an unruly but influential supporter? What factors should affect an athlete's eligibility? Is competitiveness acceptable …

From the earliest days of oral history to the present, the vampire myth persists among mankind's deeply-rooted fears. This encyclopedia, with entries ranging from "Abchanchu" to "Zmeus," includes nearly 600 different species of historical and mythological …

During the first fifty years of the twentieth century, ham radio went from being an experiment to virtually an art form. Because of the few government restrictions and the low monetary investment required, the concept of ham radio appealed to various peop …

Tennis greats often stand out not only for their ability to win matches, but also for the ease with which they play. Is there something more to their relaxed movements than just appearance? In fact, there is. Tennis and relaxation are intertwined at nearl …

This book is for anyone who has to sell in their business but finds traditional sales training off-putting, out-dated and awkward! If you'd like a way to sell more, minus any pushy, manipulative tactics, this is for you. 'We're all in sales now' No mat …

"This book is not just a bargain, it's a steal. It's filled with practical, workable advice for anyone wanting to build wealth."--Mike Summey, co-author of the bestselling The Weekend Millionaire's Secrets to Investing in Real Estate Anyone who seeks fina …

Using vibrant illustrations and simple, faithful teaching from God's Big Promises Bible Storybook, this activity book features over 60 stickers and 16 pages of puzzles, games and other activities. It will help kids to interact with the Easter story and le …

"Toyota Kata gets to the essence of how Toyota manages continuous improvement and human ingenuity, through its improvement kata and coaching kata. Mike Rother explains why typical companies fail to understand the core of lean and make limited progress--an …

A step-by-step technique for sparking breakthrough creativity in advertising--or any field Since its publication in 1965, A Technique for Producing Ideas has helped thousands of advertising copywriters smash through internal barriers to unleash their crea …

"Just the thing for a cold winter's night between episodes." --The Washington Post Book World "Fans of the show will undoubtedly enjoy the chance to read Jane's book in real life." --Entertainment Weekly It's been a lifetime (and three seasons) in the ma …

Tween Coloring Book For Girls: Calming Stress Relief Tween Coloring Book For Girls: Calming Stress Relief contains over 35 coloring pages to color and enjoy. This coloring book incorporates a variety of detailed designs and creates hours of coloring fun f …

With simple words, engaging illustrations and robust board-book format, this charming rhyming book is ideal for toddlers. This board book provides a shorter version of Melissa Kruger's His Grace Is Enough, helping young children to explore the unique and …

The beautiful Anne of Green Gables Collection brings together the first three books from the enchanting Anne of Green Gables series. When eleven-year-old Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to Green Gables Farm in place of the boy they requested, elderly brot …

This selection of 16 legends illustrates the diverse history of Puerto Rico, for intermediate level learners of Spanish. The stories are presented here with the English translation in parallel.

Hand letter your way to happiness with these 50 joyful projects that highlight uplifting quotes and provide a variety of techniques to learn and practice. Learn intricate designs and styles as you invite joy into your life with Hand Lettering for Happines …

Coloring Books For Teens: Wolves & More Coloring Books For Teens: Wolves & More coloring book contains over 35 animal coloring pages to color and enjoy. This coloring book incorporates a variety of detailed designs and creates hours of coloring fun for th …

50 RULES FOR BEATING THE STREET IN ANY MARKET CONDITIONSThe go-to stock-investing guide for more than a decade, Stock Market Rules gives you the knowledge and clarity you need to invest like the wizards of Wall Street. This proven guide reveals the unwrit …

Be the kind of leader that other leaders envy by strategically harnessing the extraordinary power of perception. One of today's most in-demand leadership consultants, Harrison Monarth, has coached executives and CEOs in various industries, from technolo …

The #1 GROWTH STRATEGY for stock investing "To be a successful investor, start with the basics and stick to the rules. Matt's book shows you how to do that. It may be the missing link you've been looking for." --William J. O'Neil, Investor's Business Dail …

"White Nights and Other Short Stories" is a fantastic collection of short stories by prolific Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. They include: "White Nights", "First Night", "Second Night", "Third Night", "Fourth Night", "Morning", and "Notes From The Unde …

In 1992, a store clerk was found shot to death in broad daylight at the Boot Village in St. Charles, Missouri. Nothing was stolen and there was no sexual assault. This bizarre and seemingly isolated murder was quickly connected with others in Indianapolis …

This book contains a fantastic collection of Virginia Woolf's best essays and letters on a range of subjects including feminism, war, the works of other writers, and more. Contents include: "Virginia Woolf", "Henry James: The Old Order", "Henry James: Wit …

100 puzzles for sharp-eyed kids!Do you love to find every last hidden picture? Are you a pro at spot-the-difference puzzles? Can't get enough of matching games? Then The Everything Kids' Picture Puzzles Book is for you! It's packed with tricky, mind-bendi …

The great Nokia turnaround--universal business lessons for leaders in any industry Nokia once dominated the smartphone industry. It was to mobile phones was Kleenex is to facial tissues. Then iPhones and Androids appeared out of nowhere and pushed Noki …

Level up your campaign with these interactive activities and instructions for maximizing your storytelling skills so you can enjoy the ultimate RPG experience. Get your next campaign rolling right with The Ultimate RPG Guide Boxed Set. This collection has …

"This gift combines two ways to help others practice self-care: through travel and coloring." --Essence "A whole new take on travel guidebooks...and a great gift." --Forbes Color your way around Paris with this coloring-book-meets-travel-journal featuring …

Orphaned and abandoned in the depths of the African jungle, a young boy is found and raised by a loving female ape. Destined to be the king of the apes, Tarzan thrives among his adoptive family, but will he ever be able to feel at home in the wild? Tarzan …

Illustrated non-fiction picture book- an orphaned baby sea otter is rescued and grows to be the oldest male sea otter on record. A baby sea otter named Adaa is found orphaned on a bush pilot's runway in remote Port Heiden, Alaska. His chances of survival …

This illustrated beginner's guide to the Bible features essential information on the Old Testament in a straightforward and easy-to-read format. Brush up on the Bible with this full-color guide to the most important ideas and figures of the Old Testament. …

Being a pastor is not a regular 9-to-5 job. There is an unending list of important things to do as you seek to serve others sacrificially. The demands of ministry make it difficult to find a healthy rhythm of life and work, and can leave you running on em …

Discover how--and why--Black, Indigenous, and people of color in America experience societal, economic, and infrastructural inequality throughout history covering everything from Columbus's arrival in 1492 to the War on Drugs to the Black Lives Matter mov …

Celebrate your cookie obsession with these 100 mouthwatering recipes in The "I Love My Cookies" Recipe Book. Nothing beats freshly baked cookies warm from the oven. In The "I Love My Cookies" Recipe Book, you will find 100 delicious recipes that range fro …

"Through the Eyes of a Slave" contains a carefully-selected collection of famous, influential and moving American slave narratives from a variety of authors including Solomon Northup's "Twelve Years a Slave", which was adapted into the 2013 blockbuster fi …

Unleash Your Irresistibility! "Make Every Man Want You gives every woman the tools she needs to unlock her inner magnet." --Kelly Ripa Let's make one thing clear: this book is like no other dating book you've read. There are no rules, no list of things to …

Master the essential building blocks of Spanish-language fluency with facilidadThe Ultimate Spanish Verb Review and Practice is your key to acquiring enhanced skills on the road to Spanish fluency. More than just another Spanish verb guide, it provides yo …

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The guide technicians turn to for answers--tuned upto provide an advantage in today's global economyThe face of investing has significantly changed in the 30 years since this book's first publication, but one essential component of the markets has not--hu …

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Enjoy tales from Mexico while sharpening your new language skills! Practice and improve your reading skills in your new language while enjoying the support of your native tongue with Stories from Mexico, Third Edition. Both insightful and practical, this …

A proven prescription for effective communication that will empower health professionals to deliver the highest quality care―from the Academy of Communication in Healthcare Research shows that nothing impacts patient experiences more than the quality of …

Olive oil protects your heart. Mushrooms fight free radicals. Ginger can combat rheumatoid arthritis Why live with chronic pain when the remedy can be as simple as changing the foods you eat? Diets high in processed, fatty, and sugary foods are the main c …

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Linda Abbit, founder of Tender Loving Eldercare and a veteran of the caregiving industry, shares her advice on taking care of an older parent or loved one and how to handle everything that goes along with this dramatic life change. Being a caregiver can b …

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In this informative and well-presented volume, Professor Ivan Sascha Sheehan pulls back the curtain on the regime's propaganda franchise. He reveals the excessive investment of funding, infrastructure, and workforce frantically trying to convince Iranians …

In this revised edition of her best-seller, noted sales consultant Linda Richardson offers salespeople the tools they need to successfully use customer-focused, dialogue selling. Featuring real-world dialogue samples, helpful dos and don'ts, self-tests, c …

As organizations strive to do more with less, many are turning to Lean methodology, which is based on the same techniques that propelled the legendary turnaround of Japan's industrial sector after World War II. Few leaders, however, understand that the re …

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A UNIQUE NEW APPROACH THAT'S LIKE A LIGHTNING BOLT TO THE BRAIN You know that moment when you feel as though a lightning bolt has hit you because you finally get something? That's how this book will make you react. (We hope!) Each chapter makes sure that …

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Completely updated with new material, this bestselling job search guide can help you keep up with changes in the job market--from updating the language of your resume to using social media networking to make professional connections that are essential in …

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Anne of the Island' is the third novel in the "Anne of Green Gables" Series in which she attends Redmond College in Kingsport to study for her BA. Anne is kept up to speed with the goings on in Avonlea via insightful letters and visits home. Her friendshi …

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Bring the delicious food of the Universal Theme Parks right to your own home with these 75+ beloved recipes you can enjoy between trips. Bring the thrill of Universal straight to your kitchen with The Unofficial Universal Theme Parks Cookbook! From favori …

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Some people think that Christmas was a "Silent Night". Far from it. It was filled with shouting, singing and screaming! It was as noisy as any of our Christmas celebrations. This fun and fresh retelling of the Christmas story comes with invitations to mak …

A modern reinterpretation of the apocryphal tale of Christ's descent into Hell after his death, THE HARROWING OF HELL is a densely illustrated allegorical tale of the world's most famous political revolutionary.

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The gripping true story of a South Korean woman's student days under an authoritarian regime in the early 1980s, and how she defied state censorship through the rebellion of reading.

Destress, find your community, and practice self-love with these 100+ exercises to reinforce ADHD as a strength. When you have ADHD, it can be hard to stay on top of your wellness. Self-Care for People with ADHD is here to help! This book can help you eng …

"How do you talk to God?" asked Jesus' friends. So Jesus taught them about prayer. In this engaging retelling of Jesus teaching his followers how to pray, young children will learn that God loves them like a father. So they don't need to use loud prayers, …

Level up your Game Master skills with these fun, interactive prompts and activities to help your worldbuilding from RPG expert James D'Amato. Make your next campaign truly unique with the help of this interactive guide to world building! From RPG expert J …

Fun lift-the-flap board book that motivates small children to use their hands in a Christ-like way. This helpful and engaging training tool will help parents to teach their kids that God didn't make their hands for behaviors like snatching, pushing, or hi …

Some people think that Christmas was a "Silent Night". Far from it. It was filled with shouting, singing and screaming! It was as noisy as any of our Christmas celebrations. This fun and fresh retelling of the Christmas story comes with invitations to mak …