Katie and Jared are ordinary siblings who discover an extra-ordinary music box hidden in a local thrift store. They soon realize that it holds the key to a new reality, a dream world under siege by a necromancer and his legions of death. They are met there by noble unicorns, a clever squirrel, and an enigmatic stranger in possession of a familiar amulet bent on opening a long-forgotten portal. With the help of friends, new and old, they must rise above their years to fight a battle spannin...

Articulating a call for justice in the context of global health, this fascinating book responds to the uncertainties, inequalities, and conflicts highlighted through the COVID-19 pandemic by arguing that everyone, no matter where they live, is entitled to at least a basic level of healthcare.Moreover, this entitlement generates a range of duties that all persons have obligations to fulfil. Grounded in Henry Shue’s “basic rights” framework, this book explores what we must do individ...

Do you realize how revealing your handwriting is? Whenever you put pen to paper - whether applying for a job, addressing an envelope or merely doodling - you may be giving away much more about yourself than you intend.In this highly readable and authoritative guide, graphologist Peter West uses over 300 illustrations to analyse:-General features - slant, size and margin-Specifics - capitals, numbers, signatures and choice of ink and paper colour-Doodles - what ...

Australia’s introduced vertebrate pest species cost at least $1 billion annually in economic, environmental and social impacts. The Guide to Introduced Pest Animals of Australia is a comprehensive, practical guide to 60 introduced pest animal species present in Australia, including 27 mammals, 18 birds, nine freshwater fish, two amphibians and four reptiles. It contains descriptive information to identify each species in the field, including distinctive physical characteristics, size, weig...

This book combines ordinary gardening methods with common sense astrology to help you to improve your gardening. Cast aside any preconceptions and follow the ideas presented here. You need no astrological knowledge - all the calculations have been made for you. In fact, you needn't be a very good gardener either because all the details you need are within these pages. The results will speak for themselves. About the Author Peter West has written nearly thirty books a...

Supersymmetry, strings and branes are believed to be the essential ingredients in a single unified consistent theory of physics. This book gives a detailed, step-by-step introduction to the theoretical foundations required for research in strings and branes. After a study of the different formulations of the bosonic and supersymmetric point particles, the classical and quantum bosonic and supersymmetric string theories are presented. This book includes accounts of brane dynamics and D-bran...

With this book, one can calculate personal biograms and use them to improve the way one responds to the opportunities that life has to offer. By locking on to the rhythms which they demonstrate and becoming aware of the key dates they produce, one gains more control over the best timing for decision-making and planning or action. And there are many examples where the use of the biorhythm tool has resulted in phenomenal personal success.

"[A] step-by-step approach to container gardening . . . Smith's practical, assuring, timely, and handsomely produced how-to will see brisk traffic." — Booklist (starred review)Harvest tomatoes on a patio, produce a pumpkin in a planter, and grow broccoli on a balcony! Bestselling author Ed Smith shows you everything you need to know to successfully create and care for an edible container garden, from choosing the right pla...

In this authoritative guide, Ed Smith shares how to grow a thriving and bountiful vegetable garden through his high-yield method that emphasizes wide rows, organic methods, raised beds, and deep soil.Succeed with fussy plants, try new and unusual varieties, and learn how to innovatively extend your growing season. With thorough profiles of hundreds of popular varieties, The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible provides expert information and an inspiring roadmap for...

Learn how to artfully incorporate organic vegetables, fruits, and herbs into an attractive garden design with this stylish, beautifully photographed guide.We’ve all seen the vegetable garden overflowing with corn, tomatoes, and zucchini that looks good for a short time, but then quickly turns straggly and unattractive (usually right before friends show up for a backyard barbecue). If you want to grow food but you don’t want your yard to look like a farm, what can y...

This is a comprehensive handbook for the total novice and the practiced gardener alike, covering all aspects of the subject to ensure you can reap the rewards with your home-grown fruit, vegetables and herbs.Offering invaluable information on soils, fertilizers, tools and pest control, this book also includes a month-by-month calendar to enable gardeners to keep on top of their essential tasks. This all-absorbing hobby offers fantastic benefits, both nutritionally and financially, ...

Body Language for Business will show you how to understand the intricacies of body language and how to maximize your interpersonal skills in all your relationships-in your personal life and at work. This handy guide holds successful tips for not only reading others, but also showing confidence to friends, coworkers, and your boss.With Body Language for Business you’ll learn:The basics of body languageHow to make a positive impact every timeTe...