Although best known as the sister of Felix Mendelssohn, Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel (1805-47) was a virtuoso pianist and a composer of considerable merit in her own right. Her oeuvre of more than 400 compositions remained largely unknown for more than a century after her untimely death, and her newly rediscovered reputation as a composer rests chiefly with her piano music. This volume is the first American publication of her important early works. Reproduced directly from rare first editions,...

When Reginald finds a mouse in his bookstore, he will stop at nothing to catch the pesky critter. Even if it means building the world’s greatest mousetrap. Unfortunately for Reginald, the mouse always seems to be one step ahead.

When Reginald finds a mouse in his bookstore, he will stop at nothing to catch the pesky critter. Even if it means building the world’s greatest mousetrap. Unfortunately for Reginald, the mouse always seems to be one step ahead.

Library Collaborations and Community Partnerships illustrates the value of libraries and their resources through an array of alliances to improve health and enhance people's lives. It is unique in its illustration of key principles of collaboration, partner engagement, shared leadership, project development and outcomes measurement, as well as the challenges inherent in collaborations among diverse partners.The book includes collaboration exemplars focused on education, he...

The IAAP Handbook of Applied Psychology, an up-to-date and authoritative reference, provides a critical overview of applied psychology from an international perspective.Brings together articles by leading authorities from around the worldProvides the reader with a complete overview of the field and highlights key research findingsDivided into three parts: professional psychology, substantive areas of applied psychology, and special topics in appli...

The 'Regency Romance Novels - Book Set' is a meticulously curated anthology that captures the intricate dynamics and enchanting allure of love and society during the Regency era. The collection showcases a wide spectrum of literary styles, from the satirical wit of social comedies to the profound moral contemplations within romantic narratives. Encompassing diverse storytelling modes, including epistolary exchanges, philosophical dialogues, and passionate prose, this set illustrates the pe...

An author’s talents may seem obvious and indisputable as they move words and ideas into gathered phrases and stories.But where do these ideas and stories come from? A lonely thought that suddenly gathers form? An inspiration from a Muse? A suggestion from an everyday event?Perhaps in the case of their darker, more malevolent stories, other forces are at work. They help to nourish single words into sentences and paragraphs that ease themselves from the shadows and are sudden...

The Lost Charm of Courtship - 40 Romance Classics surveys the changing languages of desire, marriage, social ambition, and moral choice across the long nineteenth century and beyond. Its selections range from comedy of manners and epistolary intrigue to Gothic intensity, historical adventure, domestic realism, and psychologically nuanced social fiction. Courtship appears not merely as a route to happy union but as a testing ground for class, gender, inheritance, reputation, and individual ...

The Forgotten Art of Courtship: 40 Romance Novels surveys the changing languages of desire, marriage, social ambition, and emotional self-determination across the long nineteenth century and its literary afterlives. Ranging from comedy of manners and epistolary intrigue to Gothic intensity, domestic realism, historical adventure, and psychologically nuanced social fiction, the volume reveals courtship as both private feeling and public negotiation. Its selection juxtaposes witty examinatio...

The anthology 'Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children' offers a delightful tapestry of narratives that celebrate gratitude, family, and the myriad emotions associated with the holiday. Encompassing an array of literary styles from sentimental to whimsical, this collection is set within the rich tradition of American literature and its vast narrative forms. Each story is crafted with warmth and tenderness, capturing the essence of Thanksgiving through diverse lenses, much like the...

Thanksgiving: Heart-Warming Stories for Children is a delightful anthology that traverses the vivid tapestry of Thanksgiving celebrations, highlighting tales that celebrate gratitude, family, and the spirit of giving. The collection spans a wide range of literary styles, from stirring parables to enchanting fables, rich with the atmospheric charm of bygone eras. Each story, crafted to touch both young and mature hearts alike, captures the essence of Thanksgiving through the lens of the lat...

Diving into the rich tapestry of 'Thanksgiving Tales for Children,' readers are treated to an anthology that weaves together the threads of gratitude, family, and the warmth of communal gatherings. This collection spans a remarkable range of literary forms—from enchanting fairy tales to poignant moral stories—all capturing the essence of Thanksgiving. Within its pages, mythological inflections converse gracefully with didactic narratives, creating a comprehensive exploration of this cheris...