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The Summer of 1876: Outlaws, Lawmen, and Legends in the Season That Defined the American West
by Chris WimmerFrom the creator of the "Legends of the Old West" podcast, a book exploring the overlapping narratives of the biggest legends in frontier mythology.The summer of 1876 was a key time period in the development of the mythology of the Old West. Many individuals who are considered legends by modern readers were involved in events that began their notoriety or turned out to be the most famous — or infamous — moments of their lives. Those individuals were Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer, Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, Wild Bill Hickok, and Jesse James.The Summer of 1876 weaves together the timelines of the events that made these men legends to demonstrate the overlapping context of their stories and to illustrate the historical importance of that summer, all layered with highlights of significant milestones in 1876: the inaugural baseball season of the National League; the final year of President Ulysses S. Grant’s embattled administration; the debut of an invention called the telephone by Alexander Graham Bell; the release of Mark Twain’s novel “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer;” and many more.Contextualizing these events against the backdrop of the massive 100th anniversary party thrown to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, The Summer of 1876 is the ultimate exploration and celebration of the summer that defined the West.
A Fatal Groove: The Record Shop Mysteries (The Record Shop Mysteries #2)
by Olivia BlackeSecond in the Record Shop series by Olivia Blacke, A Fatal Groove is a mystery for the record . . . CATCHING A KILLER WITHOUT SKIPPING A BEAT."A winning combination."–New York Times Book ReviewIt’s springtime in Cedar River, Texas. The annual Bluebonnet Festival is brewing and the whole town is in harmony. Juni Jessup and her sisters Tansy and Maggie thought opening Sip & Spin Records was going to be their biggest hurdle, but the Frappuccino hits the fan when the mayor drops dead—poisoned by their delicious coffee.Since Tansy was the one to brew the coffee, and Juni was the unfortunate citizen who stumbled upon the mayor’s body, the sisters find themselves in hot water. Family is everything to the Jessups, so with Tansy under suspicion, the sisters spring into action.Between the town festivities, a good old-fashioned treasure hunt, and an accidental cow in the mix, Juni will have to pull out all the stops to find the mayor’s killer.
Crossroads of Twilight: Book Ten of 'The Wheel of Time' (Wheel of Time #10)
by Robert JordanThe Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In Crossroads of Twilight, the tenth novel in Robert Jordan’s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, Rand al'Thor and his allies endure trials by fire amidst battles, sacrifices, and treachery.Fleeing from Ebou Dar with the kidnapped Daughter of the Nine Moons, whom he is fated to marry, Mat Cauthon learns that he can neither keep her nor let her go, not in safety for either of them, for both the Shadow and the might of the Seanchan Empire are in deadly pursuit.Perrin Aybara will stop at nothing to free his wife Faile from the Shaido Aiel. Consumed by rage, he offers no mercy to those he takes prisoner. And when he discovers that Masema Dagar, the Prophet of the Dragon, has been conspiring with the Seanchan, Perrin considers making an unholy alliance.Rand al'Thor, the Dragon Reborn himself, has cleansed the Dark One's taint from the male half of the True Source, and everything has changed. Yet nothing has, for only men who can channel believe that saidin is clean again, and a man who can channel is still hated and feared—even one prophesied to save the world. Now, Rand must gamble again, with himself at stake, and he cannot be sure which of his allies are really enemies.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time®New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter's Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan's The Wheel of TimeAt the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Anandadayi Ganit class 1 - NCERT - 23: आनंददायी गणित इयत्ता पहिली - एनसीईआरटी - २३
by National Council of Educational Research and Trainingइयत्ता पहिलीसाठी आनंददायी गणित या पाठ्यपुस्तकातील आशय NCF-FS 2022 मध्ये नमूद केलेल्या पुढील चार घटकांवर आधारित आहे तोंडी गणित चर्चा, कौशल्य शिकवणे, कौशल्य सराव आणि गणिती खेळ सर्व अध्यायांमध्ये समाविष्ट केले गेले आहेत. त्यापैकी बहुतेक एकात्मिक पद्धतीने सादर केले आहेत. तथापि, खालील प्रकरणे केवळ गणितीय समज आणि क्षमता विकसित करण्याच्या अभ्यासक्रमाच्या उद्दिष्टाशी (CG-8) आणि परिमाणे, आकार आणि मापे यांद्वारा जग ओळखू शकण्याशीच संरेखित नाहीत तर NCF-FS 2022 मध्ये दिलेल्या सर्वांगीण विकासाकडे नेणाऱ्या इतर सर्व अभ्यासक्रम व अभ्यासक्रमिय उद्दिष्टांशीदेखील सरेखित आहेत - मौखिक गणित चर्चा, कौशल्यशिक्षण, कौशल्यसराव आणि गणिती खेळ. बौद्धिक आव्हान आणि विचारप्रवर्तक कार्यांमुळे गणिताचे अध्ययन व निर्णयनक्षमता अधिक चांगल्या प्रकारे होते. मेंदूला सतावणारे प्रश्न, कोडी, कूट प्रश्न यामुळे नेहमीच्या शिकण्याच्या जोडीने मुलांना याची संधी मिळते. मुलांच्या वयाला साजेशी अनेक कोडी या पुस्तकात दिली आहेत.
Anandmay Ganit class 2 - NCERT - 23: आनंदमय गणित २री कक्षा - एनसीईआरटी - २३
by National Council of Educational Research and Trainingप्रस्तुत पाठ्यपुस्तक दक्षता आधारित सामग्री को सरल, रोचक और आकर्षक रूप में प्रस्तुत करने का एक प्रयास है। इस पाठ्यपुस्तक को समावेशी एवं प्रगतिशील बनाने के लिए पाठों और चित्रों की प्रस्तुति के माध्यम से अनेक रूढ़ियों को तोड़ा गया है। परंपरा, संस्कृति, भाषा प्रयोग तथा भारतीयता समेत स्थानीय संदर्भों की बच्चों के सर्वांगीण विकास में महती भूमिका इस पुस्तक में परिलक्षित होती है। इस पाठ्यपुस्तक को बच्चों के लिए आकर्षक एवं आनंददायी बनाने का प्रयास किया गया है। पुस्तक में कला और शिल्प का ऐसा बेजोड़ संयोजन है जिससे बच्चे गतिविधियों में अंतर्निहित सौंदर्यबोध की सराहना कर सकते हैं। यह पाठ्यपुस्तक बच्चों को स्वयं से संबंधित अवधारणाओं को अपने संदर्भों में समझने की स्थितिजन्य जागरूकता प्रदान करती है। यद्यपि इनमें विषय-वस्तु का बोझ कम है, तथापि ये पाठ्यपुस्तकें सारगर्भित हैं। इस पाठ्यपुस्तक में खिलौनों और खेलों के माध्यम से सीखने की अलग-अलग युक्तियों के साथ-साथ अन्य गतिविधियाँ और प्रश्न, जो बच्चों में तार्किक चिंतन और समस्या को सुलझाने की योग्यता विकसित करने के लिए प्रेरित करते हैं, को भी सम्मिलित किया गया है। इसके अतिरिक्त, पाठ्यपुस्तकों में ऐसी पर्याप्त विषय सामग्री और गतिविधियाँ भी हैं जो बच्चों में पर्यावरण के प्रति आवश्यक संवेदनशीलता विकसित करने में सहायक हैं। साथ ही ये पाठ्यपुस्तकें हमारे राज्यों/केंद्र शासित प्रदेशों को राष्ट्रीय शिक्षा नीति 2020 की संस्तुतियों के अनुरूप उनके द्वारा विकसित किए जाने वाले संस्करणों में स्थानीय परिदृश्य के साथ-साथ अन्य तत्वों के समायोजन/अनुकूलन की संभावना भी उपलब्ध कराती हैं।
Anandadayak Ganit class 1 - NCERT - 23: आनन्ददायकं गणितम् कक्षा १ - एनसीईआरटी - २३
by National Council of Educational Research and Trainingइयत्ता पहिलीसाठी आनंददायी गणित या पाठ्यपुस्तकातील आशय NCF-FS 2022 मध्ये नमूद केलेल्या पुढील चार घटकांवर आधारित आहे तोंडी गणित चर्चा, कौशल्य शिकवणे, कौशल्य सराव आणि गणिती खेळ सर्व अध्यायांमध्ये समाविष्ट केले गेले आहेत. त्यापैकी बहुतेक एकात्मिक पद्धतीने सादर केले आहेत. तथापि, खालील प्रकरणे केवळ गणितीय समज आणि क्षमता विकसित करण्याच्या अभ्यासक्रमाच्या उद्दिष्टाशी (CG-8) आणि परिमाणे, आकार आणि मापे यांद्वारा जग ओळखू शकण्याशीच संरेखित नाहीत तर NCF-FS 2022 मध्ये दिलेल्या सर्वांगीण विकासाकडे नेणाऱ्या इतर सर्व अभ्यासक्रम व अभ्यासक्रमिय उद्दिष्टांशीदेखील सरेखित आहेत - मौखिक गणित चर्चा, कौशल्यशिक्षण, कौशल्यसराव आणि गणिती खेळ. बौद्धिक आव्हान आणि विचारप्रवर्तक कार्यांमुळे गणिताचे अध्ययन व निर्णयनक्षमता अधिक चांगल्या प्रकारे होते. मेंदूला सतावणारे प्रश्न, कोडी, कूट प्रश्न यामुळे नेहमीच्या शिकण्याच्या जोडीने मुलांना याची संधी मिळते. मुलांच्या वयाला साजेशी अनेक कोडी या पुस्तकात दिली आहेत.
10 Mindframes for Leaders: The Visible Learning Approach to School Success
by Raymond Smith John HattieIt’s not what you do, it’s how you think about what you do. Mindframes—your internal set of beliefs about your role as school leader—determine the high-impact leadership practices you choose to implement. In other words, how you think about the impact of the actions you take has more effect on student achievement than your leadership practices themselves. Building on over twenty-five years of Visible Learning research and girded by a theory of action that ensures school leaders have the expertise to select, implement, and evaluate high impact interventions, 10 Mindframes for Leaders: The VISIBLE LEARNING® Approach to School Success brings the mindframes of ten world-renowned educators to life. Ten chapters, each written by a different thought leader, detail a mindframe at the heart of successful school leadership, along with the high probability influences that make each mindframe visible. A must-have resource for any educator working toward student achievement at ever-higher levels, each chapter includes: • The most current, up-to-date findings from the Visible Learning research, including the factors from Visible Learning that support each mindframe • Practical ideas for leaders to implement high-impact strategies in classrooms and schools • Vignettes, questions, insights, and exercises to help educators clarify and refine their own mindframes Lead your school to reform from the inside out. Cultivate these ways of thinking, and you’re more likely to have major impacts on the learning lives of those students entrusted to your care. Includes Contributions From…John Hattie, Peter DeWitt, Raymond L. Smith, Doug Fisher, Janet Clinton, Nancy Frey, Dylan Wiliam, Dominique Smith, Jenni Donohoo, Laura Link, Michael Fullan, Sugata Mitra, Zaretta Hammond, Jim Knight
Understanding Business Ethics
by Peter A. Stanwick Sarah D. StanwickUnderstanding Business Ethics, Fourth Edition offers an impactful exploration into the realm of ethics in the global business environment. Authors Peter A. Stanwick and Sarah D. Stanwick integrate four key dimensions to differentiate their work from other ethics textbooks: a global perspective, real-world business cases, comprehensive ethics topics, and a consistent theme linking each chapter. Whether it′s uncovering the intricate relations between businesses and their stakeholders, discussing the effects of financial reporting, or exploring the ethical implications of information technology, marketing, human resources, and the natural environment, this textbook equips readers with a robust ethical framework for the business world. Additionally, the timely case studies from diverse industries demonstrate the very real consequences of ethical and unethical decisions. This title is accompanied by a complete teaching and learning package. Learning Platform / Courseware Sage Vantage is an intuitive learning platform that integrates quality Sage textbook content with assignable multimedia activities and auto-graded assessments to drive student engagement and ensure accountability. Unparalleled in its ease of use and built for dynamic teaching and learning, Vantage offers customizable LMS integration and best-in-class support. It’s a learning platform you, and your students, will actually love. Select the Vantage tab on this page to learn more. Assignable Video with Assessment Assignable video (available in Sage Vantage) is tied to learning objectives and curated exclusively for this text to bring concepts to life. Watch a sample video now. LMS Cartridge: Import this title’s instructor resources into your school’s learning management system (LMS) and save time. Don’t use an LMS? You can still access all of the same online resources for this title via the password-protected Instructor Resource Site. Select the Resources tab on this page to learn more.
10 Mindframes for Leaders: The Visible Learning Approach to School Success
by Raymond Smith John HattieIt’s not what you do, it’s how you think about what you do. Mindframes—your internal set of beliefs about your role as school leader—determine the high-impact leadership practices you choose to implement. In other words, how you think about the impact of the actions you take has more effect on student achievement than your leadership practices themselves. Building on over twenty-five years of Visible Learning research and girded by a theory of action that ensures school leaders have the expertise to select, implement, and evaluate high impact interventions, 10 Mindframes for Leaders: The VISIBLE LEARNING® Approach to School Success brings the mindframes of ten world-renowned educators to life. Ten chapters, each written by a different thought leader, detail a mindframe at the heart of successful school leadership, along with the high probability influences that make each mindframe visible. A must-have resource for any educator working toward student achievement at ever-higher levels, each chapter includes: • The most current, up-to-date findings from the Visible Learning research, including the factors from Visible Learning that support each mindframe • Practical ideas for leaders to implement high-impact strategies in classrooms and schools • Vignettes, questions, insights, and exercises to help educators clarify and refine their own mindframes Lead your school to reform from the inside out. Cultivate these ways of thinking, and you’re more likely to have major impacts on the learning lives of those students entrusted to your care. Includes Contributions From…John Hattie, Peter DeWitt, Raymond L. Smith, Doug Fisher, Janet Clinton, Nancy Frey, Dylan Wiliam, Dominique Smith, Jenni Donohoo, Laura Link, Michael Fullan, Sugata Mitra, Zaretta Hammond, Jim Knight
Understanding Business Ethics
by Peter A. Stanwick Sarah D. StanwickUnderstanding Business Ethics, Fourth Edition offers an impactful exploration into the realm of ethics in the global business environment. Authors Peter A. Stanwick and Sarah D. Stanwick integrate four key dimensions to differentiate their work from other ethics textbooks: a global perspective, real-world business cases, comprehensive ethics topics, and a consistent theme linking each chapter. Whether it′s uncovering the intricate relations between businesses and their stakeholders, discussing the effects of financial reporting, or exploring the ethical implications of information technology, marketing, human resources, and the natural environment, this textbook equips readers with a robust ethical framework for the business world. Additionally, the timely case studies from diverse industries demonstrate the very real consequences of ethical and unethical decisions. This title is accompanied by a complete teaching and learning package. Learning Platform / Courseware Sage Vantage is an intuitive learning platform that integrates quality Sage textbook content with assignable multimedia activities and auto-graded assessments to drive student engagement and ensure accountability. Unparalleled in its ease of use and built for dynamic teaching and learning, Vantage offers customizable LMS integration and best-in-class support. It’s a learning platform you, and your students, will actually love. Select the Vantage tab on this page to learn more. Assignable Video with Assessment Assignable video (available in Sage Vantage) is tied to learning objectives and curated exclusively for this text to bring concepts to life. Watch a sample video now. LMS Cartridge: Import this title’s instructor resources into your school’s learning management system (LMS) and save time. Don’t use an LMS? You can still access all of the same online resources for this title via the password-protected Instructor Resource Site. Select the Resources tab on this page to learn more.
Marigold class 3 - NCERT - 23
by National Council of Educational Research and Training"Marigold" is a Class 3 English textbook published by NCERT, designed to enhance language skills and foster a love for reading among students. The book comprises a diverse range of engaging stories, poems, and activities that cater to the developmental needs of fourth-grade learners. Through its well-crafted content, "Marigold" aims to nurture language proficiency, comprehension, and creative expression. The stories cover a variety of themes, introducing young readers to different cultures, values, and moral lessons. The inclusion of poems adds an element of rhythm and expression to the curriculum, fostering an appreciation for poetic language.
When i was in class 10th
by RuchikaRuchika, an introvert who finds solace in writing, began expressing her innermost thoughts through poetry at the age of fourteen. Her diary, once her sanctuary, now unfolds its secrets to the world in this captivating collection. A dedicated educator since 2003, Ruchika holds a Master's degree in Child Care and Education from Alagappa University and a Bachelor's in Elementary Education from JMC, Delhi. Her passion for teaching brings joy to her students, and she feels blessed to nurture young minds. With heartfelt gratitude to Shrija Publishers for bringing her youthful musings to life, Ruchika invites readers to explore the intimate realm of her poetic journey.
Mridang class 1 - NCERT - 23
by National Council of Educational Research and Training"Mridang" is a Class 1 English textbook published by NCERT, the textbook introduces basic English vocabulary and grammar concepts through simple stories, poems, and activities. Students learn alphabets, basic words, and simple sentence structures. Short stories and passages are provided to improve reading comprehension skills. The textbook includes poems and rhymes that help develop language rhythm, intonation, and vocabulary.
Santoor class 3 - NCERT - 23
by National Council of Educational Research and Training"Santoor" is an engaging and educational children's book designed to align with the National Syllabus and Teaching Learning Material Committee (NSTC) guidelines. It features a variety of thematic units and chapters that blend learning with fun, aiming to nurture young minds through stories, activities, and visual stimuli. Each unit is complemented by interactive picture reading sessions, hands-on activities, and engaging stories that not only entertain but also educate, making "Santoor" a comprehensive and enjoyable learning resource for young children.
Mridang class 2 - NCERT - 23
by National Council of Educational Research and Training"Mridang" is a Class 2 English textbook published by NCERT, the textbook introduces basic English vocabulary and grammar concepts through simple stories, poems, and activities. Students learn alphabets, basic words, and simple sentence structures. Short stories and passages are provided to improve reading comprehension skills. The textbook includes poems and rhymes that help develop language rhythm, intonation, and vocabulary.
DIE MEESTE STERRE IS LANKAL DOOD
by Johann De LangeOp die verste einder lig die son soos die koperhingsel van 'n hek + kom stadig uit sy slome los, 'n swerm duiwe stuif op uit 'n bos soos skraal boekrûe. Pen op papier teken ek als op, skrywende tot + met.
Hartedief
by Rudie Van RensburgOpsomming ’n Berugte reeksmoordenaar jag by stormweer onder die Kaap se vroue, en dis Rooi en Kassie wat hom moet vastrek. Maar hoe spoor jy ’n miljoenêr-ontsnappeling op wat die polisie al jare lank ontglip, geen digitale spoor los nie, nie eens ’n selfoon besit nie en hope vals ID’s het? En boonop sy slagoffers se harte steel deur hulle net een kyk te gee? Die Hartedief kom met moord weg, en dan is Kassie se volle aandag ook nie eintlik by die saak nie, want hy is smoorverlief op ’n aanvallige mede-seëlversamelaar. Om vlerk te sleep is nie vir sissies nie, en sy eie hart is in gevaar. Om sake vir hom en Rooi te vererger word hul baas by die Spesiale Spookeenheid daarvan verdink dat sy hul ondersoek doelbewus in die wiele ry. Kassie weet hy moet haar onskuld bewys. Intussen word nóg Kaapse vroue wreedaardig vermoor wanneer daar onweer broei.
Pirana
by Rudie Van RensburgKASSIE SE VYANDE IS TOT DIE TANDE GEWAPEN … Wanneer Kassie Kasselman die saak van ’n vermiste oudkollega begin ondersoek, is dit duidelik hier skuil meer as net ’n dwelmverwante verdwyning. Hoe lyk dit dan vir Kassie of dit verband hou met twee ander sake − ’n ontvoering én ’n moord − op sy lessenaar? Van die Kaapse ganglands tot die Krugerwildtuin met sy renosterstropers; tussen ’n verslonsde Bolandse hoewe met ’n grieselige visdam en die glansen- skanswêreld van diplomasie moet Kassie sy pad voel-voel vind – of Rooi Els se vrou is visvoer.
Omnibus 3 - Tot die dood ons skei - Altyd die verkeerde man - Melktert en Kaviaar
by Elsa Hamersma Malene Breytenbach Annelize MorganMelodie: vir jonk, vir oud, vir altyd; Daar is nie 'n groter vreugd as die wete dat jou liefde vir iemand beantwoord word nie.
Ink Blood Sister Scribe: A Novel
by Emma TörzsNAMED A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR & ONE OF THE BEST FANTASY NOVELS OF THE YEAR “Astonishing and pristine, the kind of debut I love to be devastated by, already so assured and sophisticated that it’s difficult to imagine where the author can go from here. . . . It’s simply a delight from start to finish.” – AMAL EL-MOHTAR, New York Times Book Review “Follow where this novel leads and you will be lost in a bewitching spell, a book of magic about books of magic . . . extraordinary.” – MARLON JAMESIn this spellbinding debut novel, two estranged half-sisters tasked with guarding their family’s library of magical books must work together to unravel a deadly secret at the heart of their collection—a tale of familial loyalty and betrayal, and the pursuit of magic and power.For generations, the Kalotay family has guarded a collection of ancient and rare books. Books that let a person walk through walls or manipulate the elements—books of magic that half-sisters Joanna and Esther have been raised to revere and protect.All magic comes with a price, though, and for years the sisters have been separated. Esther has fled to a remote base in Antarctica to escape the fate that killed her own mother, and Joanna’s isolated herself in their family home in Vermont, devoting her life to the study of these cherished volumes. But after their father dies suddenly while reading a book Joanna has never seen before, the sisters must reunite to preserve their family legacy. In the process, they’ll uncover a world of magic far bigger and more dangerous than they ever imagined, and all the secrets their parents kept hidden; secrets that span centuries, continents, and even other libraries . . .In the great tradition of Ninth House, The Magicians, and Practical Magic, this is a suspenseful and richly atmospheric novel that draws readers into a vast world filled with mystery and magic, romance, and intrigue—and marks the debut of an extraordinary new voice in speculative fiction."Ink Blood Sister Scribe is so many things at once: an adventure, a puzzle, a twisty thriller, and a tender romance. . . . I adored it.” – ALIX E. HARROW"If, like me, you’re a fan of Holly Black and Leigh Bardugo, pick up this book at once.” — KELLY LINK
A Day of Fire: A Novel of Pompeii
by Eliza Knight Ben Kane Kate Quinn Stephanie Dray Sophie Perinot Vicky AlvearFrom six bestselling authors, including New York Times bestseller Kate Quinn, comes a vividly imagined novel following the lives of those in ancient Pompeii on the fateful day Mount Vesuvius erupts.Pompeii was a lively resort flourishing in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius at the height of the Roman Empire. When Vesuvius erupted in an explosion of flame and ash, the entire town would be destroyed. Some of its citizens died in the chaos, some escaped the mountain’s wrath . . . and these are their stories:A boy loses his innocence in Pompeii’s flourishing streets.An heiress dreads her wedding day, not knowing it will be swallowed by fire.An ex-legionary stakes his entire future on a gladiator bout destined never to be finished.A crippled senator welcomes death, until a tomboy on horseback comes to his rescue.A young mother faces an impossible choice for her unborn child as the ash falls.A priestess and a prostitute seek redemption and resurrection as the town is buried.Six authors bring to life overlapping stories of patricians and slaves, warriors and politicians, villains and heroes who cross each other’s paths during Pompeii’s fiery end. But who will escape, and who will be buried for eternity?
Welcome to Beach Town: A Novel
by Susan WiggsBeloved New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs returns with a compulsively readable tale of an idyllic California beach town forced to reckon with scandal when a high school valedictorian’s speech reveals secrets that shake the town to its core."Readers will savor sunny skies and perfect surf in this stunning new novel, but one thing is for sure: In this Beach Town, there is always more happening than meets the eye. Don’t miss this expansive beauty of a summer book!" --Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Summer of SongbirdsEvery town has its secrets...In idyllic Alara Cove, a California beach town known for its sunny charm and chill surfer vibe, it’s graduation day at the elite Thornton Academy. At Thornton, the students are the worldly and overindulged children who live in gated enclaves with spectacular views. But the class valedictorian is Nikki Graziola, a surfer’s daughter who is there on scholarship. To the shock of everyone in the audience, Nikki veers off script while giving her commencement address and reveals a secret that breaks open the whole community. As her truth explodes into the light, Alara Cove will face a reckoning.Nikki Graziola’s accusation shakes the foundation of Alara Cove, pitting her against the wealthy family whose money runs the town. Her new notoriety sends Nikki into exile for years, where she finds fame—but not fortune—overseas as a competition surfer...until a personal tragedy compels her to return to Alara Cove. As Nikki struggles to rebuild her future, she finds that the people of the town have not forgotten her. But time has changed Alara Cove, and old friendships, rivalries, and an unexpected romance draw her back into the life of the beach town she’s never quite forgotten, and where joy and redemption may be possible after all.
Stormcrow: The brand new 2024 historical blockbuster about Vikings, bloodshed and battles
by Ben KaneOn the east coast of Ireland thirteen-year old Finn finds the sword of a slain Norseman, and with Odin's raven watching, is given the name Stormcrow. When Finn's family is torn apart by a random act of violence, and the sword lost, he embarks on a quest for revenge with his oldest friend, the shaman Vekel.It is a path that will lead to the court of the High King of Ireland, Máel Sechnaill, and to the Norse city of Dyflin, ruled by Sigtrygg Silkbeard. Crewing on a longship, Stormcrow raids up and down the Irish coastline, seeking not just riches but vengeance for his murdered father. Against a backdrop of political alliances made and broken, battles won and lost, Stormcrow's life as a Norse raider seems certain until he meets Sigtrygg's new wife.In the eye of the storm, Stormcrow dices with death yet again.Only the gods know if he will survive.
Elusive Refuge: Chinese Migrants in the Cold War
by Laura MadokoroThe 1949 Chinese Communist Revolution is a subject of inexhaustible historical interest, but the plight of millions of Chinese who fled China during this tumultuous period has been largely forgotten. Elusive Refuge recovers the history of China’s twentieth-century refugees. Focusing on humanitarian efforts to find new homes for Chinese displaced by civil strife, Laura Madokoro points out a constellation of factors—entrenched bigotry in countries originally settled by white Europeans, the spread of human rights ideals, and the geopolitical pressures of the Cold War—which coalesced to shape domestic and international refugee policies that still hold sway today.Although the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa were home to sizeable Asian communities, Chinese migrants were a perpetual target of legislation designed to exclude them. In the wake of the 1949 Revolution, government officials and the broader public of these countries questioned whether Chinese refugees were true victims of persecution or opportunistic economic migrants undeserving of entry. It fell to NGOs such as the Lutheran World Federation and the World Council of Churches to publicize the quandary of the vast community of Chinese who had become stranded in Hong Kong.These humanitarian organizations achieved some key victories in convincing Western governments to admit Chinese refugees. Anticommunist sentiment also played a role in easing restrictions. But only the plight of Southeast Asians fleeing the Vietnam War finally convinced the United States and other countries to adopt a policy of granting permanent residence to significant numbers of refugees from Asia.
Remarks on Prisons and Prison Discipline in the United States
by Dorothea Lynde Dix"Remarks on Prisons and Prison Discipline in the United States" by Dorothea Lynde Dix is a groundbreaking and influential work that highlights the dire conditions and urgent need for reform in American prisons during the 19th century.In this meticulously researched and compellingly written treatise, Dix draws on her extensive investigations and firsthand observations of prisons across the United States. She exposes the inhumane conditions, overcrowding, inadequate medical care, and brutal treatment that prisoners endure. Her work is a scathing critique of the existing penal system and a powerful argument for the necessity of comprehensive reform.Dix's "Remarks on Prisons and Prison Discipline in the United States" not only details the failures of the prison system but also offers practical recommendations for improvement. She advocates for better living conditions, proper medical care, education, and vocational training for inmates. Dix emphasizes the importance of treating prisoners with dignity and respect, promoting rehabilitation over punishment, and recognizing the potential for redemption and reintegration into society.Her advocacy had a profound impact on prison reform movements in the United States and helped lay the groundwork for modern approaches to corrections and mental health care within the penal system. Dix's work remains a seminal contribution to the fields of social justice and criminal justice reform.This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of prison reform, social justice, and the ongoing struggle to create a more humane and effective correctional system. Dorothea Lynde Dix's "Remarks on Prisons and Prison Discipline in the United States" continues to inspire and inform efforts to address the challenges and injustices within the criminal justice system.