Slang, writes Michael Adams, is poetry on the down low, and sometimes lowdown poetry on the down low, but rarely, if ever, merely lowdown. It is the poetry of everyday speech, the people's poetry, and it deserves attention as language playing on the cusp of art. In Slang: The People's Poetry, Adams covers this perennially interesting subject in a serious but highly engaging way, illuminating the fundamental question "What is Slang" and defending slang--and all forms of nonstandard...

This is the fascinating story of Mary Maguire, a 1930s Australian ingenue who sailed for Hollywood and a fabulous life, only to have her career cut short by scandal and tragedy. Packed with celebrity, history and gossip, AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART is perfect for readers of SHEILA and THE RIVIERA SET.Mary Maguire was Australia's first teenage movie star and she captivated Hollywood in the mid 1930s. Mary lived on three continents and was celebrated in Melbourne, Brisban...

When President Obama signed the affordable health care act in 2009, the Vice President was overheard to utter an enthusiastic "This is a big f****** deal!" A town in Massachusetts levies $20 fines on swearing in public. Nothing is as paradoxical as our attitude toward swearing and "bad language": how can we judge profanity so harshly in principle, yet use it so frequently in practice? Though profanity is more acceptable today than ever, it is still labeled as rude, or at best tolerable onl...

A comprehensive guidebook called "Achieving Your Goals: Effective Strategies for Setting and Reaching Targets" is meant to help people make their dreams come true. This book looks into the psychological factors that affect behavior and motivation. By looking into these factors, it also goes into detail about the basic rules of goal setting. With the help of the SMART criteria-which stand for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound-readers will learn how to set goals that...

Yogurt the bunny is a sweet little creature ready to take on his day-but before it begins, he'll bend his body every which way! Dive into a new picture book for young yogis.For kids who love to move, groove, and get their day started in an active way, they have to have a copy of Yogurt on their bedroom shelves.Yogurt the bunny can't wait to start his morning, and all the goodness that will be in store for the day ahead. Before he even leaves his ro...

Special Agent Tom Rogers is called back to active duty and sent to Eastern Turkey to investigate suspicious Iranian activity. Rogers and a new friend, Captain Remzi Ozechin from Turkish Army Intelligence, trace a clue to an Iranian safe house in Erzurum, Turkey, where following a chase and gun battle, Iranian agents are arrested. One wounded Iranian is found to have tiny glass vials surgically implanted in his body. Broken vials lead to a rapidly spreading epidemic of biowar engineered zom...

She destroyed their bond to escape him. Now their impossible child might destroy them both.Saskia Corvinus traded her mate bond for her freedom and thought she'd traded away motherhood too. But when she discovers she's pregnant with a child that shouldn't exist, she's thrust back into the world of Drazen Volkov, the ruthlessly pragmatic Apex who let her believe he'd rejected her.Drazen is dying from a genetic bioweapon, and their baby's unique DNA might be ...

Slang, writes Michael Adams, is poetry on the down low, and sometimes lowdown poetry on the down low, but rarely, if ever, merely lowdown. It is the poetry of everyday speech, the people's poetry, and it deserves attention as language playing on the cusp of art. In Slang: The People's Poetry, Adams covers this perennially interesting subject in a serious but highly engaging way, illuminating the fundamental question "What is Slang" and defending slang--and all forms of nonstandard...

The life and crimes of Kevin John Simmonds, Australia's most daring fugitive.In 1959, Australians thrilled to every move made by a new criminal underdog, a Ned Kelly for the rock 'n' roll era.Kevin John Simmonds was a charismatic crook whose brazen crime spree had scored him a lengthy prison sentence. But as he was led from court, he boasted, 'They'll never hold me.'Two months later, Simmo made good on his promise, staging a daring escape from Long Bay Gaol. When his ...

History of the World - A Journey Through Time and Civilization takes readers on an epic exploration of humanity's greatest triumphs, challenges, and transformations across the ages. From the dawn of ancient civilizations to the modern era, this comprehensive guide delves into the key events, figures, and innovations that have shaped the world as we know it. Spanning continents and cultures, History of the World brings to life the rise and fall of empires, the evolution of societies, and th...

Getting used to living in a new city can be difficult for anyone.When you're a giant bird, it's a little bit more than just difficult. For Niko, adjusting to city life is only just the beginnings of his troubles in Greenleaf. Deciding whether he can truly trust the people around him is only the beginning. With Niko becoming an adventurer and embarking on The Pilgrimage in order to gain power faster, he's going to need to keep his wits about him if he wants to keep his feathers atta...

Dreaming of traveling the world without draining your bank account? The World on Your Terms: How to Travel the Globe Without Breaking the Bank is the ultimate guide to exploring new places affordably, packed with strategies and insider tips that make budget-friendly travel accessible to everyone. From finding the best travel deals and budget accommodations to eating like a local and discovering free or low-cost activities, this guide shows you how to see the world without financial stress....