Earth and Sky Every Child Should Know: Easy Studies of the Earth and the Stars for Any Time and Place is a captivating and accessible introduction to the wonders of our planet and the universe beyond, designed especially for young readers and curious minds of all ages. Authored by Julia Ellen Rogers, this classic work invites children to explore the fascinating phenomena of the natural world, from the mysteries of the soil beneath our feet to the dazzling expanse of the night sky. The book...

Joseph Rogers, M.D.: Reminiscences of a Workhouse Medical Officer is a compelling and candid memoir that offers a rare, firsthand account of the grim realities of Victorian England’s workhouse system. Written by Dr. Joseph Rogers, a pioneering physician and social reformer, the book chronicles his experiences as a medical officer in various London workhouses during the mid-19th century. Rogers exposes the appalling conditions endured by the poor and sick, detailing the neglect, bureaucrati...

A Night in the Lonesome October is Roger Zelazny’s homage to gothic horror and early horror movies. It is at once delightful, humorous, poetic, and gleefully dark. Whenever a full moon falls on All Hallow’s Eve the conditions are such that a gate may be opened to allow the Elder Gods to return from the Nether Regions to which they have been banished. Snuff, a preternatural guard dog, and his owner Jack the Ripper, are closers—that is, they and others of their persuasion arrive in the time ...

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This guide zeroes in primarily on Canada's Nova Scotia province, the sights, the activities, where to stay and much more. This is based on our much larger guide to all the Atlantic Provinces. Hiking, trout and salmon fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, cycling, kayaking, exploring, puffin spotting - discover all these adventures and more in a world of pristine waters, rugged slopes, breathtaking seascapes, sophisticated cities, historic towns and remote wilderness areas. The book also offers detai...

This deals mainly with Canada's Newfoundland province, the sights, the activities, where to stay and much more. It is based on our much larger guide to all the Atlantic Provinces. Hiking, trout and salmon fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, cycling, kayaking, exploring, puffin spotting � discover all these adventures and more in a world of pristine waters, rugged slopes, breathtaking seascapes, sophisticated cities, historic towns and remote wilderness areas. The book also offers details on the lo...

Welcome back to Amber, the one true world of which all others are but shadows and reflections. The Chronicles of Amber is an deeply influential fantasy series beloved by millions of readers.Trumps of Doom is book 6 of the Amberseries and first narrated by Merlin, son of Corwin.Merlin knows that someone is going to try and kill him. He knows this because it’s April 30th and someone tries to kill him every April 30th. He has n...

“Yes. I am a sorcerer. I am Merlin, son of Corwin of Amber and Dara of the Courts of Chaos, known to local friends and acquaintances as Merle Corey: bright, charming, witty, athletic… Go read Castiglione and Lord Byron for particulars, as I’m modest, aloof and reticent, as well.” When last we saw Merlin, Luke had imprisoned him in the blue crystal cave. After more than a month of durance Merlin manages an escape. But he’s not content with just gaining his freedom. Merlin journeys to the Ke...

Merlin finds himself in a marvelous bar drinking with Luke, the Cheshire Cat, and the Mad Hatter. He can’t help but feel that perhaps this isn’t . . . Normal. When the Jabberwock appears Merlin’s head clears just enough to realize that he’s caught in Luke’s LSD-inspired hallucination. When a Fire Angel, one of the most powerful, magical killing beasts in existence, arrives to kill him he realizes that he has to do something quick or both he and Luke are finished. The Jabberwock becomes an ...

Getting to Yes offers a concise, step-by-step, proven strategy for coming to mutually acceptable agreements in every sort of conflict—whether it involves parents and children, neighbors, bosses and employees, customers or corporations, tenants or diplomats. Based on the work of the Harvard Negotiation Project, a group that deals continually with all levels of negotiation and conflict resolution from domestic to business to international, Getting to Yes tells listeners how...

**A singular, warm-hearted, and inspiring look at life from beloved writer, critic, and pundit Roger Ebert—and the inspiration for the award-winning documentary."A captivating, moveable feast." —New York Times Book Review"Thoughtful, entertaining, and emotional." —Entertainment Weekly**Roger Ebert was the best-known film critic of his time. He began reviewing films for the Chicago Sun-Times in1967, and was the first film critic ever to win...

The definitive book on workplace accountability by the New York Times bestselling authors of How Did That Happen?Since it was originally published in 1994, The Oz Principle has sold nearly 600,000 copies and become the worldwide bible on accountability. Through its practical and invaluable advice, thousands of companies have learned just how vital personal and organizational accountability is for a company to achieve and maintain its best...