Hardcover Books

A KNIGHT AND HIS TRUSTY-- is a laugh-out-loud, dialogue-driven picture book for fans of The Panda Problem, Unicorn Day, and the beloved Elephant & Piggie. A fairy tale narrator is determined to tell a proper story. You know the kind--once upon a time, a...

Author: Dennison SmithISBN-10: 1917569238ISBN-13: 9781917569231Publisher: Extraordinary BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/2026Pages: 272Format: Hardcover

The compelling first instalment in the Crawley Family Saga series, a family brimming with secrets from bestselling author Rosie Clarke Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane and Fenella J. Miller ❤️One girl's chance of a new life, or a sacrifice too far?Cambridgeshire, November 1945Young...

"Settle in and listen. It'll be worth it."--Heather Cox Richardson A master storyteller's intimate visual portrait of Maine, on land and sea--opening the door to a world few outsiders ever see. To a casual visitor, the coast of Maine is paradise--a place of summer...

How a new nation cooked up politics--one recipe, satire, and celebration at a time.Food has long carried political meaning, and revolutionary America was no exception. In Political Appetites, art and culinary historian Nancy Siegel uncovers a richly layered story in which meals, ingredients, and...

While today's global trade war may seem like a radical break from the established system of inter-state relations, history shows that states have been fighting trade wars as long as there have been states, trade, and war. The current rivalry between the United States...

Inside the quiet revolution reshaping how American children learn.In the wake of the pandemic, millions of American families have made a quiet but consequential decision: to leave traditional schools behind. In School's Out, education journalist and online-learning pioneer Mickey Revenaugh takes readers inside the...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. The American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans to the unique value of their...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. The American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans to the unique value of their...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the nation's founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. The American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans to the unique value of...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. The American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans to the unique value of their...

Imagination meets science and engineering in this inspiring nonfiction picture book about the myriad possibilities of repurposing old objects. Fabric. Cardboard. Plastic. With a little creativity, these everyday materials can be reused in surprising new ways... An old water bottle becomes part of the...

True leadership doesn't come from titles; it grows from roots. Grounded Leadership: How to Lead with Influence Beyond Titles explores what it means for one to lead with integrity, humility, and conviction when authority is not guaranteed. Drawing on lessons from business, education, and...

An illustrated story of bravery, friendship, and magic with an dragons, witches and an abundance of adventure, this humorous tale will delight and engage reluctant readers. When two little witches are sent foraging for potion ingredients, they discover a boy and his pet duck,...

This visual guide takes you on a whirlwind tour of the planets, moons, and wonders of our solar system. Ever dreamed of blasting off on a solar system adventure? Cosmic Cruise is your ticket! This visual guide by Owen Davey takes young readers on...

Five worlds at war. Only one can survive. Ten thousand years ago, five cosmic beings--a dragon, a phoenix, a serpent, a lion, and a wolf--set their worlds on an inevitable collision course. Each civilization was given one command: destroy the rival worlds, or crash...

Bob has served in ministry for over 60 years, a rich journey of following Jesus. Each daily Musings is drawn from his journey of faith and Bible study. Bob and his wife Connie led a fifteen-year citywide prayer ministry for regional revival. That's when...

From Rocks To You and Me tells the story of Earth's creation and explains this process in a way science and religion can hold hands. We will see how honoring the miracles found in the cycles of Mother Nature engage us with love exchanged....

A charming Christmas picture book that flips tradition on its head: instead of asking Santa for gifts, one little boy sets out to give Santa the perfect present. With its heartwarming message about the magic of giving back, this festive story makes a meaningful...

Battling the SlowItalian Gamedives deep into one of modern chess's most fascinating battlefields. As theItalian Game has evolved from a quiet classical opening into a rich strategicarena, players are increasingly confronted with a critical choice: strike withsharp precision or maneuver with a refined positional...

The roots of the conflict between East and West Pakistan go back to the traumatic partitionof the subcontinent in 1947. Pakistan was united by religion but divided by language andculture-fault lines that soon metastasized into repeated humiliations and injustices. Asprotests erupted, the Pakistan Army...

Author: Vasileios PaliktzoglouISBN-10: 3032189152ISBN-13: 9783032189158Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/27/2026Pages: 538Format: Hardcover

This book provides an in-depth framework for developing personalized hybrid wearable robots to restore walking ability after neurological injuries. Leveraging both data available in the literature and new ones arising from the presented study, it summarizes a set of criteria for guiding design, development,...

A delightful collection of original stories devised especially for young children at bedtime. Sensitively written, with themes and characters young children will welcome and relate to, each story carefully covers the ordinary events of the day, at home or at school, helping parents and...

Author: Angelos StavrouISBN-10: 303218584XISBN-13: 9783032185846Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/05/2026Pages: 354Format: Hardcover

Discover the secret lives of vegetables that have shaped our world, brought to life through 110 hauntingly beautiful botanical illustrations.From the humble beet to the botanical curiosity of the tomato, The Curious Lives of Vegetables reveals the important, unusual, and downright fascinating stories behind...

The first book to explore writing center (WC) and writing program (WP) administration in HBCUs, Our Charge to Keep nuances ideas of ethical tutoring, explores Black college students' beliefs about using Black Language in academic writing, provides new theories about tutoring, and gives insights...

The Body needs to go to sleep but someone is causing a rather big problem for the BodibitsIt's WinkyEyes. She doesn't want to go to sleep! The stars are beautiful, and the moon is so bright! There's still so much to see! Peek inside...

Clinical neuropsychologist and learning disorder expert Dr. Katie Davis offers a new, illuminating approach to child development, helping you to support your child through their challenges--without leaping to a diagnosis. As parents, we want nothing more than our child to thrive in each stage...

Going for a walk with twenty sociologists, this collection is a playful rendition of the social worlds that we move in and through. From city streets to coastlines, along riverbanks and through street markets, alone and together, each walk blurs descriptive, poetic and theoretical...

For centuries, Sanskrit--often called the sacred language of the gods in India--has seemed forbidding to English-language readers. But Sanskrit writers were preoccupied with the same subjects that animate literature everywhere--none more so than love in all its unruly forms. Drawing on 3,000 years of...

Ten Questions to Ask My Doctor about My Breast Cancer addresses many of the pivotal decisions patients must navigate when they are newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Intended to orient those with breast cancer to the choices they will face as they meet with...

Humans and non-human animals alike rely on temporal cues to coordinate behaviour. This Element investigates whether non-human animals possess genuine temporal cognition- the capacity to mentally represent time rather than merely respond to temporal cues. It examines the evolution of cognitive architectures that support...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. The American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans to the unique value of their...

The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, yet the founding is controversial now in ways it has not been in decades. In honor of this significant anniversary, the American Enterprise Institute offers a major intellectual and educational project to reintroduce Americans...

A clever cat duo and a seriously sarcastic fish team up to defeat underwater thieves in this hilarious chapter book perfect for fans of Dav Pilkey and The Bad Guys. Max and Milo are soon to be stars of the S.O.S. Academy. Their next...

She watched the world through a window. No one saw her watching. No one came to help.Sarah grew up behind closed doors and drawn curtains, where secrets festered and survival became a full-time job. Her childhood home-tucked at the end of a gravel road-wasn't...

This heartwarming story follows Charlie, a tiny dog with silky fur and sparkling brown eyes. Charlie has a sweet heart and means well, but he still gets into trouble. In humorous moments of mischief, his owner, Ellie, reminds Charlie that she loves him unconditionally,...

A dazzling tale of adventure, magic, and the bonds of friendship, this story brims with courage and heart. With every turn of the page, it uncovers deeper truths about life, death, and the choices that shape us. A captivating journey that will have young...

Energy Justice examines who truly benefits from modern power systems-and who quietly pays the highest price.Written by practising electrical engineers, this book explores how energy infrastructure reflects long-standing social inequities, environmental racism, and economic exclusion. Blending technical insight, global case studies, and real community...

This regular family reveals a whirlwind of crazy, real, and fictitious scenarios that unfold at a cracking pace. Follow Harry H (Dad), Harmony (16-ish), and Henty (18.1 in every way) as they explore values and personality traits through braiding conversations and experiences that will...

This gentle rhyming story helps children understand adoption from birth in a clear, comforting way. Through simple language and predictable rhythm, children learn that families are built with love, care, and consistency. The story supports emotional understanding, communication skills, and a sense of safety...

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) transforms healthcare and nursing through new technology. Smart nursing powered by GenAI reshapes how nurses deliver care, make clinical decisions, and manage daily workflows. From AI-assisted documentation and personalized care plans to real-time patient monitoring and predictive insights, these technologies...

This story, told by an award-winning author, is set in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands of the mid-1300s. This tale follows seven-year-old Aila, a brave girl who dreams of becoming a Knight in Shining Armor-a role her clan believes no lass should ever aspire to.Defying...

THE MOMENT A MAN GETS ON A REAL-LIFE ADVENTURE, EVERYTHING CHANGES. In The Macho Man Chronicles, the journey to self-reinvention and personal growth begins with laughter, camaraderie, and a series of humorous true stories. Explore the collection of men's adventure stories that transport you...

When the Shapes decide to build something amazing, they quickly learn that doing it alone isn't easy. But when they work together, their differences become their greatest strength.Shapes and Friends is a playful, heartwarming picture book that teaches young readers that being different is...

Author: Matshidiso M. MolekoISBN-10: 9819571626ISBN-13: 9789819571628Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/24/2026Pages: 339Format: Hardcover

Author: Millie PantISBN-10: 9819571332ISBN-13: 9789819571338Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/15/2026Pages: 552Format: Hardcover

Snuggle under the blankets, sip some cocoa, and step into a world of fairy magic and animal adventure! Join Grandpa by the fire as he shares a secret story on a winter night. A story about shapeshifting animals and adventures.Once In A Blue Moon,...

This book was compiled as a starting point for establishing a new research field called spatio-temporal linguistics. It presents two approaches to language: traditional geohistorical linguistics (Chapter 1) and modern computational methods, such as geographic information systems (GIS) and statistics (Chapter 2). Combining these...