Included in this collection of charming and mesmerizing stories are The Minstrels of Brementown, Rudyard Kipling’s The Elephant’s Child, The Elves and the Shoemaker, Master of All Masters, Anasi’s Hat Shaking Dance and other enchanting tales.

In this brave and provocative work, former US Vice President, Al Gore asserts that only a radical rethinking of our relationship with nature will save the earth's ecology for future generations. Gore's analysis of where we've gone wrong ranges across politics, history, science, economics, psychology, and religion. He argues that only a worldwide mobilization can save us from disaster and presents a brilliant and comprehensive plan for action that encompasses not only the earth's ecology, b...

A Guide to Family Emergency Readiness That Doesn’t Break the BankIt is easy to think that you need a small fortune to make plans and stock up for emergency situations. But this book offers an alternative: that families don’t need to spend their entire savings to be prepared. A solid plan––combined with common sense habits––can use your family’s day-to-day lifestyle choices to enhance your survival quotient.In Low-Cost Emergency Planning, learn how ...

"Diamond Detective Agency. A pleasant smile, a cheerful rhyme, and we'll keep you from doing time." A quip, a carefree whistle, and a case closed - that's Dick Powell's Richard Diamond. Clients can be scarce, but he's not a bit worried. You see, he's "in partnership with a shill called human nature." And she's really quite reliable. Sooner or later, someone will need his services for matters of protection or pay back, blackmail or bombs, modern art or murder. Virginia Gregg, Ed Begley, Wil...

A series of short comic vignettes from playwright David Ives, In the title work, two houseflies try to make the most out of their brief time on earth.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Fran Adams, Ed Begley Jr., Shannon Cochran, Evan Gore, Arye Gross and Victoria Principal.Directed by Ron West. Recorded before a live audience in March, 1998.

FROM THE PIONEER OF ECO-CONSCIOUS LIVINGA committed environmentalist for more than thirty years, Ed Begley, Jr., has always tried to “live simply so others may simply live.” Now, as more and more of us are looking for ways to reduce our impact on the planet and live a better, greener life, Ed shares his experiences on what works, what doesn't–and what will save you money!These are tips for environmentally friendly living that anyone–whether you own or rent, live in a privat...

**Beloved actor and environmental activist Ed Begley Jr. shares hilarious and poignant stories of his improbable life."Smart, funny, and honest." —Christopher Guest"Charming and disarming and personal." —Geena Davis**Ed Begley Jr. is truly one of a kind; a performer who is known equally for his prolific film and television career and his environmental activism. From an appearance on My Three Sons to a notable role in Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman to s...

Along with Hans Christian Andersen's classic and beloved story of The Ugly Duckling, this collection of ten spell-binding and treasured children’s classic fairy tales and folk tales include The Golden Goose, Honest John The Sunniest House in the World, The Six Wise Neighbors and others.

Volume 2Walt Whitman’s work influenced many later poetic voices, and no work more so than this epic American poem, 'Leaves of Grass', which he spent his entire life writing and constantly revising until his death.The work heralded a new dynamic relationship in poetry, with its candid and sensual interpretation of his observations and thoughts on the human spirit and all aspects of existence at a time when poetic tradition employed symbolism or allegory.It has been r...

Volume 1Walt Whitman’s work influenced many later poetic voices, and no work more so than this epic American poem, 'Leaves of Grass', which he spent his entire life writing and constantly revising until his death.The work heralded a new dynamic relationship in poetry, with its candid and sensual interpretation of his observations and thoughts on the human spirit and all aspects of existence at a time when poetic tradition employed symbolism or allegory.It has been r...

Our earth home is in trouble: plastic pollution, acid rain, the greenhouse effect, ozone depletion, and hazardous waste all affect many processes that shape global climate and ecosystems. However, we don't have to go out with a whimper. We can fight back. Even better, we can win. The battlegrounds are our homes, schools, workplaces, and vacation spots. By changing our actions, we can stop the downward spiral. Here are more than 365 ways to be environmentally responsible, many of which are ...

An array of abundant wild foods is available to hikers, campers, foragers, or anyone interested in living closer to the earth. Written by a leading expert on wild foods and a well-known teacher of survival skills, Guide to Wild Foods and Useful Plants is more than a listing of plant types—it teaches how to recognize edible plants and where to find them, their medicinal and nutritional properties, and their growing cycles. This new edition features more than 70 plants found all aro...