Written in 1948, 1984 was George Orwell’s chilling prophecy about the future. And while 1984 has come and gone, his dystopian vision of a government that will do anything to control the narrative is timelier than ever... Winston Smith toes the Party line, rewriting history to satisfy the demands of the Ministry of Truth. With each lie he writes, Winston grows to hate the Party that seeks power for its own sake and persecutes those who dare to commit thoughtcrimes. But as he starts to think...

THE BOOK BEHIND THE SECOND SEASON OF GAME OF THRONES, AN ORIGINAL SERIES NOW ON HBO.Here is the second book in the landmark series that has redefined imaginative fiction and become a modern masterpiece.A CLASH OF KINGSA comet the color of blood and flame cuts across the sky. And from the ancient citadel of Dragonstone to the forbidding shores of Winterfell, chaos reigns. Six factions struggle for control of a divided land a...

From the New York Times bestselling, Booker Prize–winning author of Lincoln in the Bardo and Tenth of December comes a literary master class on what makes great stories work and what they can tell us about ourselves—and our world today.For the last twenty years, George Saunders has been teaching a class on the Russian short story to his MFA students at Syracuse University. In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, he shares a version of t...

Concern about the threat posed by nuclear weapons has preoccupied the United States and presidents of the United States since the beginning of the nuclear era. Nuclear Security draws from papers presented at the 2013 meeting of the American Nuclear Society examining worldwide efforts to control nuclear weapons and ensure the safety of the nuclear enterprise of weapons and reactors against catastrophic accidents. The distinguished contributors, all known for their long-standing int...

Schools of education with utilitarian goals and strict standardization - often called "Normal Schools" - have been widely criticized by both the academy and the general public. In a story that resonates across Canada, The Grand Regulator examines an educational system that failed to inspire great teachers and produce imaginative, thinking citizens.Drawing on an array of archival materials, government publications, and firsthand accounts with former Normal School students, ...

What would happen if I accepted an invitation to Bible Study from Jehovah's Witnesses? What would attending a Kingdom Hall meeting involve? And if I invited door-knocking Witnesses into my home?This book introduces Jehovah's Witnesses without assuming prior knowledge of the Watch Tower organization. After outlining the Society's origins and history, the book explains their key beliefs and practices by taking the reader through the process of the seeker who makes initial co...

A Piece of Pie - The Online Auction Pie!How many reports or books have you read about online auctions? One, three, a half dozen? Chances are they all told you that you can create overnight ric*hes just by putting your "junk" up on eBay. And they probably told you that you'd make a pile of ca*sh overnite.If you're sick and tired of hearing all about the ridiculous notion that you can instantly get ri*ch just by entering the eBay phenomona, then you need to r...

The Clone Caper, Pilot Program, and Draw FlawNothing good ever comes out of cloning just ask Archie! In an attempt to juggle dates with both Betty and Veronica, Archie gets himself cloned and finds double the trouble in The Clone Caper! Then, in Pilot Program, Mr. Weatherbee loves the peaceful halls of Riverdale High, especially when… a helicopter flies through the hallways?! Plus Chuck finds a Draw Flaw when some people dont quite appreciate his portraits of them.

How to Teach is a comprehensive guide on effective teaching methods, aimed at providing educators with practical strategies for improving classroom instruction. Written by Naomi Norsworthy and George D. Strayer, the book combines educational theory with practical advice to help teachers develop their skills in various subjects and environments. The authors address key concepts such as classroom management, curriculum design, and student engagement, emphasizing the importance of understandi...

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Noted clinical psychologist and best-selling author Anthony E. Wolf, Ph.D. digs into the mysteries of raising children aged three to preteen in this insightful and humorous audiobook. It's Not Fair, . focuses on parenting's most difficult challenges: setting limits and making demands. Filled with witty anecdotes and slices of life that entertain as well as teach, this book explores the causes and cures for various childhood behaviors. Dr. Wolf gently explains the solutions to problems rang...

'The Best British Detective Books: 270+ Murder Mysteries, Crime Stories & Suspense Thrillers' stands as a monumental anthology that encapsulates the golden age of British detective fiction. This collection boasts a vast array of literary styles, from the intricate puzzles showcased by Arthur Conan Doyle to the atmospheric suspense created by Edgar Wallace. The anthology serves not only as a historical cross-section but also as a showcase of the evolving narratives and diverse techniques em...