Commercial gambling is a recent historical phenomenon. It has developed into a profitable industry that supplies a range of recreational activities to its customers, and is a significant way of collecting money from players to distribute to companies, state budgets, and other beneficiaries. Many of these are civil society organizations, using the money for producing services in sports, culture, social work, and health care. However, gambling can also develop into pathological behaviour. Us...

Highlights the relationship between product appearance and consumer purchasing decisionsConsiders how the nutritional quality and flavour of poultry meat can be enhanced, as well as the factors which can compromise thisOffers an informed overview of the key research completed on understanding the genetics and genomics of meat quality traits in poultry

Reviews latest research on composition and properties of egg shell, white and yolk;Summarises recent studies on pathogens affecting eggs and methods for their control such as washing and packaging;Discusses current findings on factors affecting quality attributes such as appearance, shelf-life and nutritional value

In the secluded town of Cutter’s Ridge, nestled within the shadowy mountains of Montana, silence has always been a way of life. But when a series of gruesome murders shakes the town’s core, each crime scene marked by a haunting masquerade mask, fear and paranoia take hold.Detective Victor Vega never planned to return to the town that abandoned him, but when the sheriff—his estranged brother—calls for help, he has no choice but to confront the ghosts of his past. As he delves deeper...

Ernesto Cisneros, Pura Belpré Award-winning author of Efrén Divided, is back with a hilarious and heartfelt novel about two best friends who must rely on each other in unexpected ways. A great next pick for readers who loved Ghost by Jason Reynolds or The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Pérez.Isaac and Marco already know sixth grade is going to change their lives. But it won’t change things at home—not without each other’s help.This year, star basketball player Isaac plans o...

The history of Peru unfolds in the lives of the descendants of seven children fathered by a Catholic priest and his longtime secret lover.Renato Cisneros's great-great-grandmother Nicolasa bore seven children by her long-term secret love, who was also her priest, raising them alone in nineteenth century Peru. More than a century later, Renato, the descendent of that clandestine affair, struggles to wring information about his origins out of recalcitrant relatives, ...

Join Art, a seasoned veteran with 25 years of global music touring expertise as he takes you behind the scenes of his extraordinary journey. Follow his rise from hotel manager to road manager to tour manager then onto co-executive producer of the Go-Go's Critic's Choice award-winning documentary, which launched their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.Art not only unveils the secrets to his remarkable success but also delves into the treasure trove of wisdom bestowed upo...

A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: TIME and GOODREADS • A brave new collection of poems from Sandra Cisneros, the best-selling author of The House on Mango Street.It has been twenty-eight years since Sandra Cisneros published a book of poetry. With dozens of never-before-seen poems, Woman Without Shame is a moving collection of songs, elegies, and declarations that chronicle her pilgrimage toward rebirth and the recognition of her prerogative as a ...

This is not just a book. It is a collaboration of tales and stories. Stories told from the darkness and from the shadows. Some are tales of sadness and some are tales of joy and happiness. I have written them to share them with the world in hopes that they will live forever. It has taken me many years to combine them to where they were just right. I am filled with pride and hope that you will come to love them just as I have. This book is my lifes work. Up until now, these poems are what h...

Heart of Grace is a deeply personal and poetic memoir by Carol Cisneros, who invites readers to experience the transformative power of self-love, healing, and grace. Through poignant verses and heartfelt reflections, Carol takes us on a journey of emotional discovery, offering solace and wisdom to those seeking growth and empowerment.In this powerful collection, Carol explores her journey through music and the performing arts, sharing how these passions helped her ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Discover the transformative power of nature's healing gifts in this comprehensive guide to herbal remedies and a chemical-free lifestyle. Written by renowned herbalist Dr. Barbara O'Neill, this book empowers you with the knowledge and tools to harness the therapeutic benefits of plants for optimal health and well-being.Explore an extensive encyclopedia of herbs, each meticulously described with its medicinal properties, indications, and...

During the day, high school teacher Steve Perez is a dedicated role model who wants the best for his students. When he discovers the well-liked football coach handing out illegal drugs to his players like candy on Halloween, Perez confronts the coach, having no idea that he has just set off a chain of disastrous events that may ruin his career, his reputatation and his future. After approaching the principal with his concerns, he receives nothing but humiliation in return. Perez stubbornly...