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Master assassin Will Robie must track down a deadly rogue agent, but the attacks conceal a larger threat that could send shockwaves through the U. S. government and around the world in this #1 New York Times bestselling thriller. Will Robie is a master of killing. A highly skilled assassin, Robie is
Davis, Andie: - Andie Davis's curiosity about other people's lives inspired her love for languages and her travels around the world. Born in Montserrat, Davis grew up in Barbados before moving with her family to the US, where she attended Howard University and Harvard Law School. She works as a glob
In The Secrets of Alchemy, Lawrence M. Principe, one of the world's leading authorities on the subject, brings alchemy out of the shadows and restores it to its important place in human history and culture. By surveying what alchemy was and how it began, developed, and overlapped with a range of ide
Andreas Papadakis unlocks the secrets to the best handmade pasta of your life - as served and revered at his beloved Melbourne eatery Tipo 00.
Drawing from the well of parental wit and wisdom, Patricelli offers this board book adventure starring her beloved Baby character, who discovers the unlimited potential of an empty box. Includes a sheet of wrapping paper. Full color. Consumable. Refreshing. . . . A perfect birthday book for a toddle
Brooding in the borderlands where strange folklore, bizarre mythology and twentieth-century hauntings meet, this volume promises chills and shivers as keen and fresh as the wind-whipped wilds of Scotland.
From its English publication in 1973, Jrgen Moltmanns The Crucified God garnered much attention, and it has become one of the seminal texts of twentieth-century theology. Following up on his groundbreaking Theology of Hope , The Crucified God established the cross as the foundation for Christian hop
'Many astute observations about loneliness [and] class attitudes... very funny on the tedium of office life.' Irish Independent 'Joyful, tender, and strangely relatable . . . With sharp, playful prose, Veldman tells a story in equal parts searing intelligence and madcap sweetness. Simply brilliant.'
Tom Read Wilson is here to take us on a rip-roaring tour through some of the most astonishing and amusing words in the English language with Every Word Tells a Story . See how the English language evolved in this extraordinary exploration of the origins of everyday words. Full of funny stories and f
This contemporary classic, celebrating its twenty-fifth year in print, is no ordinary alphabet book. Why is Q for Duck? Because a duck quacks, of course. Even the youngest readers will delight in the riddle-like text and lively, humorous illustrations. Now in vivid full color for the first time, thi
When a girl receives a beautiful porcelain box from her grandmother, she immediately wants something special to put inside it. But what could it be? What does she love best? She loves jumping in puddles on rainy days, blowing bubbles in the park and watching her little sister's first steps. As it tu
A deeply panoramic tour of the night, from its brightest spots to the darkest skies we have left. A starry night is one of nature's most magical wonders. Yet in our artificially lit world, three-quarters of Americans' eyes never switch to night vision and most of us no longer experience true darknes
From Rhonda Byrne, creator of the international bestselling movie and book, The Secret , comes Hero , her latest world-changing project and the most important to date. FROM ZERO TO HERO...YOUR SECRET MAP TO A RICH LIFE What is your true calling and why aren't you already living it? Imagine if there
An old man saws through his right ankle. A smooth-skinned boy lies to his father's face. Fetid tombs, harsh slavery, fatal choking . . . these images come right from the words of Jesus! They are word pictures Jesus asks listeners to imagine. But why? Why did Jesus paint such vivid pictures when he t
Sam Morgenstern's classic anthology, now thoroughly updated with new selections and commentary reflecting recent music scholarship
A tender and deeply moving picture book about loss and the big questions it leaves behind from New York Times bestselling author Sheila Heti and acclaimed illustrator Esmé Shapiro. Two bunnies and a cat live happily together in a beautiful garden. But when the big bunny passes away, the little bunny
An accessible way into talking about mental and physical difference. Full of life-affirming, positive stories about famous people who overcame barriers to success. Features original art of recognisable stars from films, TV, politics, art, and more.
Berney, Lou: - Lou Berney is the multiple award-winning author of November Road , The Long and Faraway Gone, Double Barrel Bluff , Dark Ride , as well as Gutshot Straight and Whiplash River. His short fiction has appeared in The New Yorker , Ploughshares , and the Pushcart Prize anthology. He lives
A bilingual biography of Jos Mart , who dedicated his life to the promotion of liberty-abolishment of slavery, political independence for Cuba, and intellectual independence from colonialism for all Latinos. Written in verse with excerpts from Mart 's seminal work, Versos sencillos . Yo soy un hombr
Deep within the desert lie the mysterious Dungeons, vast stores of riches there for the taking by anyone lucky enough to find them and brave enough to venture into the depths from where few have ever returned. Plucky young adventurer Aladdin means to find the Dungeons and their riches, but Aladdin m
When Harriet Beecher Stowe was introduced to Abraham Lincoln in 1862, the president reportedly said, 'So this is the little woman who made this great war.' Apocryphal or not, the words were apt.
Find out why Crescent City's food scene makes it a location like no other with City Eats: New Orleans. Foodies unite: this cookbook is a brilliant celebration of the multicultural influences and traditions that have inspired New Orleans's cuisine. These dishes pay homage to the culinary hotspots tha
When Brian Copeland was eight, his mother moved his family from Oakland to San Leandro, hoping to escape her abusive husband. In the early 1970s, San Leandro was 99.99% white and considered one of the most racist enclaves in the nation. This reputation was quickly confirmed when Brian was forced int
Trace the evolution of the supercar through the technology that drives it. In The Science of Supercars , the authors describe the history of supercars, unraveling the mysteries and mechanics of the cars that changed the automotive world forever. In-depth interviews with the top names in the supercar
Chiltern Publishing was formed in 2018 with a vision to create the most beautiful classics. Using a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques, 19th Century quality has met 21st Century technology. With wonderfully detailed covers, sparkling gilt edges, creamy pages, and sti
Alguna vez has tenido que realizar una tarea y has perdido el tiempo literalmente hasta el ltimo minuto? Cu nto tiempo lo pasas en actividades que no te conducen hacia el logro de tus metas? Pasas horas mirando videos en YouTube, hasta que finalmente te das cuenta que el plazo se acerca y comienzas
Bushido is the chivalric code of moral principles that the Samurai followed: rectitude, courage, benevolence, respect, honesty, honour and loyalty. Beautifully produced in a handy pocket format, Bushido will appeal to anyone interested in leadership, the code of the Samurai and Japanese culture.
Justin Jefferson and Randy Moss are pass-catching superstars. NFL fans love their highlight-reel touchdowns. Moss's incredible career put him in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and Jefferson is catching up fast. Read about their careers and choose your winner!
THE MEMORIES OF MIDNIGHT START HERE Welcome to the dazzling and surprising novel of suspense from master storyteller Sidney Sheldon. In Paris...Washington...and a fabulous villa in Greece, an innocent American girl becomes a bewildered, horror-stricken pawn in a game of vengeance and betrayal. She i
Raised in the tumultuous time of the French Revolution and trained as a doctor, Simon Brute becomes a priest and is sent to the American frontier. Devoted to his flock, Fr. Brute inspires all who meet him with his zeal and tireless effort to establish the Church in the Indiana territory. This well-t
