Don't just see the sights—get to know the people.Peru's distinctive Spanish and indigenous cultures that first encountered each other five hundred years ago have progressively integrated. However, the ongoing process of mixing raises questions about the nature of Peruvian identity, and Peruvian society remains economically and culturally divided.Culture Smart! Peru introduces you to the changing realities of modern Peru. It describes conte...

An anthlogy of Christmas stories, this book features seven illustratedstories which evoke nostalgic, humourous and touching reminiscences about home, family and the Christmas season. In the tradition of O'Henry's "Gift of the Magi" this collection captures that special time of year when people become larger than themselves, when the atmosphere crackles with anticipation and miracles do happen. In the words of reviewer Lloyd Dennis "This book offers readers wondrous tales of Christmas magic...

‘The Colours of Life - through the eyes of a blind man' is an astonishing and surprising page-turner of a memoir. Full of unexpected and captivating twists, it is a unique story and a thought-provoking and compelling read.The story of David’s life takes you on an odyssey around the globe, and into uncharted territory. His entanglements along the way and the varying decisions forced upon him, brings clarity to his remarkable and upbeat attitude to life.

Local author Dennis Rizzo tells the fascinating and diverse history of Orillia, Ontario. First populated by the Huron, Iroquois and Chippewa Nations, Orillia is now a well-loved, year-round recreation destination. Its history is deeply tied to its water. Situated in the narrows where Lake Simcoe flows into Lake Couchiching, Orillia was a gathering place for centuries before Europeans used it to bring furs to market. Sir John Simcoe, first governor of Upper Canada, fostered permanent settle...

For the past twelve years, Fred Kyle has wrapped whiskey-drenched clouds around him while hiding in a cheap motel in Austin, Texas. A knock on the door reveals a face from the past, and suddenly all of the horror and death of an ill-fated Thanksgiving hunting trip over a decade ago is swirling around him.Amanda Carlyle has been searching for Fred, her fathers former best friend, for two years. Not sure of what she expects to find on the other side of the motel room door, Amanda kno...

In a world where stress and anxiety dominate our lives, this book offers an enlightening and empowering guide to understanding the vagus nerve's pivotal role in our emotional health. With eloquent prose and scientific insight, this book unveils the hidden connections between our nervous system and emotional well-being, unlocking the secrets to a healthier, happier life."The Polyvagal Theory Unveiled" serves as a beacon of hope, offering readers a roadmap to harness the power of the...

Self-regulation can be defined in various ways. In the most basic sense, it involves controlling one's behavior, emotions, and thoughts to pursue long-term goals. More specifically, emotional self-regulation refers to managing disruptive emotions and impulses. In other words, to think before acting. It also reflects the ability to cheer yourself up after disappointments and work in a way consistent with your deepest values.It's easy to see how a lack of self-regulation will cause p...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In a world that increasingly values diversity and inclusivity, "Building Bridges" provides an inspiring and informative guide for parents navigating the complex landscape of inclusive education for their children. This heartfelt book is a must-read for anyone looking to create a brighter future for children with unique abilities. Empowerment Through Inclusivity: "Building Bridges" provides parents with the tools they need to become effecti...

Australian Pharmacy Law & Practice addresses the current issues surrounding pharmacy law and regulation in Australia. As the Federal Government moves to implement a national registration and accreditation scheme for pharmacists, the pharmacy workforce is set to become more mobile as a result. There has been no greater time than now for practising pharmacists and students to understand the implications of current legislation and legal provisions underpinning their area of practice. This tex...

"Home For Christmas - A Family Saga of Rural Canada " is an exciting fictional follow-up to Forrest's best selling "Angels Stars and Trees" collection of holiday tales. This fresh anthology of joyous and uplifting Christmas stories recounts the drama, humour and joy of yuletide as the Stones, a depression era farm family, thrive through the challenges of two decades of Christmas adventures. Forrest pays loving attention to historical detail and each story is richly complemented by ...

What exactly is involved in using particular case histories to think systematically about social, psychological and historical processes? Can one move from a textured particularity, like that in Freud�s famous cases, to a level of reliable generality? In this book, Forrester teases out the meanings of the psychoanalytic case, how to characterize it and account for it as a particular kind of writing. In so doing, he moves from psychoanalysis to the law and medicine, to philosophy and the co...

A must-read guide to conducting qualitative field research in the social sciencesDoing Field Projects: Methods and Practice for Social and Anthropological Research delivers a thorough and insightful introduction to qualitative field methods in the social sciences. Ideal for undergraduate students just starting out in fields like anthropology, sociology, and related subjects, the book offers readers twenty instructive projects. Each project is well-suited a...