Pioneering reporter Randy Shilts fights to expose the truth during the earliest days of the AIDS epidemic. With hospital beds filling up, the clock is ticking. . . . What will it take to wake up the nation?San Francisco, 1981. Drawn from true events, this graphic novel follows Randy Shilts—biographer of Harvey Milk and one of the first openly gay journalists hired by the mainstream press—as he receives a chilling call at the Chronicle: a L...

Throughout the world, in liberal states, it is common to use prenatal selection techniques and procedures which can prevent the birth of a disabled child. A common assumption is that this practice is driven by individual choice, and that the state itself is neutral. If instead the state was not neutral, this would raise fears of eugenics. The purpose of this book is to test this common assumption. While there is extensive literature on the ethics of selecting against disability, this book ...

By day, Robin Lessing has a successful career as a university archivist. By night, she blogs about her less-than-successful search for Mr. Tall, Dark and Dominant. Living up to her handle "The Picky Submissive," she's on the verge of giving up and settling for vanilla with a side of fuzzy handcuffs when she discovers her best friend and colleague has a kinky side, too.Sexy, tattooed techie John Sun is an experienced Dom who never lacks for playmates, male or female. If he can't sat...

If a picture speaks a thousand words, a love letter speaks a thousand more . . . Even in this age of e-mail, faxes, and instant messaging, nothing has ever replaced the power of a love letter. Love letters express the spectrum of our emotions, offering a colorful glimpse into the soul of the writer, and of the writer's beloved. For passionate readers and lovers of words, a letter is irresistible. List of letters included: Ludwig van Bethoveen - The Immortal Beloved Oscar Wilde to Lord Alfr...

When Heloise Goodley ditched her City job and decided to attend officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, she had no prior military experience. On her arrival she was a complete novice: she'd never fired a rifle, she couldn't march; she couldn't make her bed; she couldn't even shine her shoes.An Officer and a Gentlewoman charts Goodley's absorbing journey through Sandhurst and on to Afghanistan and gives an insight into the array of bizarre military behavio...

If a picture speaks a thousand words, a love letter or a poem speaks a thousand more... Even in this age of e-mail, faxes, and instant messaging, nothing has ever replaced the power of a love letter or that of a poem. LIST OF POEMS: 1. Lord Byron - She Walks in Beauty 2. Christina Rossetti - I Loved You First: But Afterwards Your Love 3. Walt Whitman - A Glimpse 4. W.Shakespeare - Let Me Not To The Marriage Of True Minds 5. John Donne - The Good-Morrow 6. K.Gibran - Love One Another 7. Rob...

Has your toddler ever asked you for hot ice-cream? Have you ever wished you could go to the toilet without your children following you? Motherhood Comics puts your everyday parenting scenes into short, fun comics. You'll realise you're not the only one who has to eat your child's leftovers or endure your husband's pregnancy cravings. An easy read for busy lives and a great baby shower gift idea!

A systematic reassessment, by two leading figures in the field, of the paradigm of international development in both theory and practice. It offers an overview and critique of development theory and strategy, and a new framework for the analysis of global inequality, poverty and development in an era of globalization.

Enter the world of an artist with a natural spirit in this collection of crafts inspired by your surroundings!In this guided collection, young crafters and artists will find step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs that will aid them in creating decorations and playful projects using elements of the natural world.Author and artist Hélo-Ita opens with encouraging words that will inspire crafters to pay closer attention to the environment and all ...

On this planet, two arguing rulers built a great wall of ice separating the Crystallites from the Spherolites. The leaders promise to end the conflict, yet rumors of war persist. Secrets and lies prevent the two groups from coming back together. But two people—Shaaz and Zaac—have fallen in love despite being separated by the wall. Could their love reconcile all the people of this planet? The Little Prince and Fox do all they can to help restore peace.

The American Indians in the Civil War is a rigorous historical study of Native nations caught within the military, diplomatic, and ideological crises of the 1860s. Abel examines Indian Territory, tribal factionalism, Confederate and Union policy, treaty obligations, and the campaigns that drew communities into a conflict not of their making. Written in a documentary, analytical style characteristic of early professional history, the book situates Native participation within the broader Civ...

Globetrotting tastemaker Héloïse Brion invites us inside her universe of relaxed chic entertaining. In this charming and inspiring book, Héloïse shares her tips for creating memorable meals for family and friends with fi fty new seasonal recipes. Her tasty dishes and gourmet desserts will delight everyone around the table and are simple to make. From Honeydew Melon and Tarragon Juice to Lemon Orzo Soup, from Grape and Fig Pizza to Feta and Zucchini Pasta, and from Coconut Chicken to Pears ...