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The Undecided Voter's Guide to the Next President
by Mark HalperinThe author examines the United States, 2008 presidential candidates with regards to the major foreign and domestic issues. He also describes their personal lives and history and gives his insight regarding their ability to function in the presidential role. The book is filled with quotes from the candidates and gives anecdotal information about them. The major contenders are examined in more detail than the minor ones. By reading this book, the reader not only will learn about the specific candidates with their strengths and weaknesses, but, he or she will learn about the differences among the main political parties in the United States of America.
An Unlikely Friendship: A Novel of Mary Todd Lincoln and Elizabeth Keckley
by Ann RinaldiRelates the lives of Mary Todd Lincoln, raised in a wealthy Virginia family, and Elizabeth Keckley, a dressmaker born a slave, as they grow up separately then become best friends when Mary's childhood dream of living in the White House comes true. Historical fiction.
War Machine (Combat-K #1)
by Andy RemicIn a time of post-Singularity and FTL travel, the Helix War has raged across galaxies. When ex-soldier turned private investigator, Keenan, takes on a new case, he must overcome his demons and gather together his old military unit, a group who swore they'd never work together again.
Witch Fire (Elemental Witches Book #1)
by Anya BastParanormal romance about Mira Hoskins who doesn't know she's a natural-born witch who possesses the rare and powerful element of air.
The Wizard of Menlo Park: How Thomas Alva Edison Invented the Modern World
by Randall StrossA bold reassessment of Edison, telling the story of how he came upon his most famous inventions as a young man and spent the remainder of his long life trying for similar success.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: A Biography
by Piero Melograni Lydia G. CochraneAn engaging account of one of the most enduringly popular and celebrated composers to have ever lived, this book is both readable and scholarly, and grounded by a wealth of Mozart's correspondence. His substantial oeuvre contains works that are considered to be among the most exquisite pieces of symphonic, chamber, and choral music ever written. His operas too cast a long shadow over those staged in their wake. And since his untimely death in 1791, he remains an enigmatic figure -- the subject of fascination for aficionados and novices alike. Piero Melograni here offers a wholly readable account of Mozart's remarkable life and times. This masterful biography proceeds from the young Mozart's earliest years as a wunderkind -- the child prodigy who traveled with his family to perform concerts throughout Europe -- to his formative years in Vienna, where he fully absorbed the artistic and intellectual spirit of the Enlightenment, to his deathbed, his unfinished Requiem, and the mystery that still surrounds his burial. Melograni's deft use of Mozart's letters throughout confers authority and vitality to his recounting, and his expertise brings Mozart's eighteenth-century milieu evocatively to life. Written with a gifted historian's flair for narrative and unencumbered by specialized analyses of Mozart's music, Melograni's is the most vivid and enjoyable biography available. At a time when music lovers around the world are paying honor to Mozart and his legacy,Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart will be welcomed by his enthusiasts -- or anyone wishing to peer into the mind of one of the greatest composers ever known.
The ABC's of College Planning
by Bernice HornchakThis book is a service project of the New Jersey Association for College Admission Counseling. Its chapters draw on the collective knowledge, experience and expertise of admission and guidance professionals who have helped thousands of high school students make a successful transition to college.
Arts, Culture, and Blindness: A Study of Blind Students in the Visual Arts
by Simon HayhoeThis book explores one of the most powerful myths in modern society: the myth that blind people are incapable of understanding and creating visual arts.
The Beast That Shouted Love at the Heart of the World
by Harlan Ellison"It crouches near the center of creation. There is no night where it waits. Only the riddle of which terrible dream will set it loose. It beheaded mercy to take possession of that place. It feasts on darkness from the minds of men. No one has ever seen its eyeless face. When it sleeps we know a few moments of peace. But when it breathes again we go down in fire and mate with jackals. It knows our fear. It has our number. It waited for our coming and it will abide long after we have become congealed smoke. It has never heard music, and shows its fangs when we panic. It is the beast of our savage past, hungering today, and waiting patiently for the mortal meal of all our golden tomorrows. It lies waiting. " --Harlan Ellison. 15 stories by Harlan Ellison.
Bees (Nature's Children)
by Joyce JamesDescribes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of bees
Beethoven's Symphonies: A Guided Tour
by John Bell YoungThe latest release in this value rich book/CD series brings us the great German composer who bridged the classical and romantic eras. In Beethoven's Symphonies: A Guided Tour, readers are treated to a detailed nuts-and-bolts description in easy-to-understand English of each of the famous nine Beethoven symphonies. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to read, listen, and learn more about Beethoven (1770-1827), and discover how this musical genius changed the face of orchestral music forever.
Beyond the Fields: Cesar Chavez, The UFW, and the Struggle for Justice in the 21st Century
by Randy ShawShaw reveals the untold story behind "si se puede," which is still setting the course for today's progressive movements, by tracing the legacy of Chavez and the United Farm Workers of America (UFW).
Blind, Burned and Living Against All Odds
by Laura WestMaleka has suffered beyond belief and has many reasons to hate life, but she is the happiest person. Read this book and let her teach you how her blinded eyes see great things.
The Book of Lies
by Brad MeltzerIn addition to the stated plot of finding the weapon Cain used to kill Abel, there is a secondary plot which focuses on the Development of the Superman Myth and comic books.
Breath
by Tim WintonBreath is a story of risk, of learning one's limits by challenging death. On the wild, lonely coast of Western Australia, two thrill-seeking teenage boys fall under the spell of a veteran big-wave surfer named Sando. Their mentor urges them into a regiment of danger and challenge, and the boys test themselves and each other on storm swells and over shark-haunted reefs. The boys give no thought to what they could lose, or to the demons that drive their mentor on into ever-greater danger. Venturing beyond all caution--in sports, relationships, and sex--each character approaches a point from which none of them will return undamaged.
Burning Up: On Tour with the Jonas Brothers
by Joe Jonas Nick Jonas Kevin JonasBurning Up: On Tour with the Jonas Brothers is your backstage pass to life with Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It includes never-before-seen photos of the Jonas Brothers' Look Me in the Eyes tour and exclusive images taken during Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus's Best of Both Worlds tour. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the band warming up, performing, and having fun backstage. This sizzling souvenir will also give you a glimpse of the downtime that the brothers have between gigs. In addition to pictures of the group laying down tracks at the recording studio for A Little Bit Longer, giving radio interviews, and sight-seeing in London, you'll see snap-shots of them bowling, racing Go-karts, and playing video games with the Bonus Jonas, younger brother Frankie. The dynamic photography is accompanied by a candid narrative by the Jonas Brothers themselves, chronicling their life on the road and their experiences growing up in the music world. They discuss everything from the songwriting process to the importance of family to their favorite kind of ice cream (Kevin's is rocky road!) So pick up your guitar and get ready to strum along--you're going on tour with the Jonas Brothers!
Carmella's Quest: Taking on College Sight Unseen
by Carmella BroomeThe author, who is blind, describes her years at North Greenville College.
The Childhood Bipolar Disorder Answer Book: Practical Answers to the Top 300 Questions Parents Ask
by Tracy Anglada Sheryl HakalaHow does bipolar disorder affect learning? Is there a cure? Is this a fad diagnosis? How do I handle manipulation? How can I prevent relapses? Should I use alternative treatments? How can I parent effectively? "We are certain that all parents whose children struggle with bipolar disorder will find this book indispensable." - Demitri F. Papolos, MD, and Janice Papolos, authors of The Bipolar Child. Co-written by a doctor and a mother whose children live with bipolar disorder, The Childhood Bipolar Disorder Answer Book explains confusing medical lingo and provides straightforward answers to all your pressing questions about treatment, parenting strategies, and everything else. How is childhood bipolar disorder different from an adult onset? What are the earliest symptoms? Why is my child so irritable? How young can these symptoms manifest? Should all family members be evaluated for bipolar disorder? Will my child lead a normal life? Written in an easy-to-read Q&A format, The Childhood Bipolar Disorder Answer Book helps you understand and accept your child and develop a plan for success.
The Christian Deception
by Charles KeechJudging by the errors in the New Testament, it is not scripture. The Lord God would not make these mistakes. Read the Old Testament for guidance to the true Lord God.
Computers in the Composition Classroom: A Critical Sourcebook
by Michelle Sidler Richard Morris Elizabeth Simpson SmithA textbook for composition teachers, examining technology and literature in a digital environment
The Deathly Hallows Lectures: The Hogwarts Professor Explains the Final Harry Potter Adventure
by John GrangerThe fastest-selling book in publication history, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was a critical success and is loved by fans around the world. In The Deathly Hallows Lectures, John Granger reveals the Potter finale's brilliant details, themes and meanings. Even the most ardent of Harry Potter fans will be surprised by and delighted with the Hogwarts Professor's explanations of the four dimensions of meaning in Deathly Hallows to include: * why Ms. Rowling chose to make Lily's eyes green, * why Harry buried Moody's eye where and when he did, and * why Ollivander prefers the three wand cores he does. Ms. Rowling has said that alchemy sets the "parameters of magic" in the series; after reading the chapter-length explanation of Deathly Hallows as the final stage of the alchemical Great Work in The Deathly Hallows Lectures, the serious reader will understand how important literary alchemy is in understanding Rowling's artistry and accomplishment. The other seven chapters explore, among other things, the five writing tricks Ms. Rowling uses to work her story magic, the deciphering of the "Triangular Eye" symbol for the three Hallows, Harry's "struggle to believe" in Albus Dumbledore, why Ms. Rowling revealed that she "always thought" of the Headmaster as gay, and the more than 25 echoes of her first book, Philosopher's Stone, in Deathly Hallows. Did you wonder why Fred died in the end? Why Harry went underground seven times in Deathly Hallows? Granger explains how Ms. Rowling's story formula required these twists as well as two trips to King's Cross and two meetings with Albus Dumbledore at story's end. If you're a serious reader and serious fan of Harry Potter, The Deathly Hallows Lectures is a must!
Ender in Exile (Ender's Game #10)
by Orson Scott CardAfter twenty-three years, Orson Scott Card returns to his acclaimed best-selling series with the first true, direct sequel to the classic Ender's Game. In Ender's Game, the world's most gifted children were taken from their families and sent to an elite training school. At Battle School, they learned combat, strategy, and secret intelligence to fight a dangerous war on behalf of those left on Earth. But they also learned some important and less definable lessons about life. After the life-changing events of those years, these children―now teenagers―must leave the school and readapt to life in the outside world. Having not seen their families or interacted with other people for years―where do they go now? What can they do?
Eyewitness: The Life of Christ Told in One Story
by Frank BallThis book arranges the gospel scenes and more than 200 other Bible verses into a biblically accurate, chronological story that is easy to read, understand, and remember.
Eyewitness Inspiration: Contemporary Vignettes for Life
by Frank BallA collection of stories based on faith, fantasy, and fact that reveal the motives of historical figures as well as the passion of people as ordinary as your next-door neighbors.
The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food
by Jennifer 8 LeeOne woman. One obsession. Forty thousand restaurants. A woman's search for the world's greatest Chinese restaurant proves that egg rolls are as American as apple pie.