Hardcover Books

In Predatory Welfare, Erin Torkelson explores how the direct cash transfer program instituted in South Africa revised and reworked post-apartheid racialized and gendered dispossession, despite its promise of ameliorating extreme poverty. Beginning in 2012, she focuses on how poor Black South African women asserted...

Learn about the remarkable work of costume designers, toy makers, and architects in award-winning author Tonya Bolden and illustrator David Wilkerson's exciting new graphic novel series about some of the most fascinating Black lives in historyAnn Lowe (fashion designer). Ed Welburn (automotive designer). Ruth...

Capture ROI from the shift toward wellness-focused ultra-luxury travel. Ultra-Luxury Travel is a strategic blueprint for executives, investors and senior decision-makers who want to align with a new era of high-value hospitality. Author Benjamin Bryant draws on decades of experience filming over 65 islands...

Strengthen your risk strategy by understanding how human behaviour drives performance, decision quality and organizational outcomes. Fundamentals of People Risk Management is a practical guide for new and established risk managers and HR partners who want to develop credible, evidence-based approaches to people risk....

Navigate and lead the shift to AI-enabled HR with confidence and clarity.AI for People Professionals by Erica Farmer is a practical, no-nonsense guide for HR, L&D, Talent and People leaders who want to understand and harness AI without losing what makes their work human,...

Establish the foundations for Supply Chain 5.0 with this practical roadmap for companies needing to implement advanced technologies into supply chain operations. Supply Chain 5.0 explores the transformation of supply chain management driven by the principles of Industry 5.0. While Industry 4.0 focused on...

Learn how to apply AI effectively, ethically and at scale throughout PR processes and strategies. AI for Public Relations is a practical guide for mid-career PR managers and agency professionals who want to build credibility and integrate AI tools into everyday practice. As AI...

Develop a sustainability communication strategy that applies clear principles, builds credibility and delivers messages that move both business and sustainability goals forward.Sustainability Storytelling is a practical guide for mid to senior-career communication, marketing and sustainability professionals who want to develop compelling, credible, compliant and...

Featuring contributions from key names in the field alongside some of the most exciting new voices, this collection presents cutting-edge work on species extinction from a wide variety of perspectives across the environmental humanities. Biodiversity loss threatens to transform the ecological foundations of all...

"History of Pennsylvania Churches" by Jay Donald Newman is a rich and thorough exploration of the Christian history rooted in the state of Pennsylvania. Offering a deep dive into the origins, development, and spiritual journeys of numerous Pennsylvania churches, this book reflects the perseverance,...

Many oppose dogma fearing that heresy accusations lead to violence; similarly, opposition to claims of infallible church authority stems from fears of fanaticism, closed-mindedness, and blind obedience. The book justifies dogma while firmly opposing violence, fanaticism, closed-mindedness, and mindless deference.Author: James Dominic RooneyISBN-10: 1041121822ISBN-13:...

"Coates's Herd Book, Volume 41" is a comprehensive record of Shorthorn cattle pedigrees, meticulously compiled by George Coates and the Shorthorn Society of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. This volume serves as an invaluable resource for breeders, historians, and anyone interested...

The History Of John, Duke Of Marlborough, meticulously recounts the life and campaigns of one of Britain's most celebrated military figures. Authored by John Bancks, this biography offers a detailed narrative of John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, and his pivotal role in...

"Elements of Spherical Trigonometry" by Augustus De Morgan is a comprehensive exploration of spherical trigonometry, designed for students and educators alike. This book provides a detailed examination of the principles and applications of trigonometry on the surface of a sphere, a crucial area of...

Title: Chinese Characteristics.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents,...

Dive into the intricate world of formicidae with "The Ants of Casco Bay, Maine, With Observations on two Races of Formica Sanguinea Latreille." Authored by W.M. Wheeler, this meticulous study, originally published in 1908, offers a detailed examination of the ant populations inhabiting the...

Delve into the mind of one of America's Founding Fathers with "Memoir, Correspondence, and Miscellanies, From the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 1." This collection offers a unique window into the personal and political life of Thomas Jefferson through his own writings. Edited by...

Ronald Coase's Nobel work outlined gains by reducing transaction costs and promoting property rights and markets to confront externalities. Countering market failure assertions and calls for centralized government intervention, Coase retorted that decentralized market negotiations could be welfare-improving by promoting collaborative, efficient problem solving,...

The New York Times bestselling author of The In-Between presents a vulnerable, moving memoir about the unraveling of her marriage, and her evolving journey to find beauty in life's endings and beginnings. As a hospice nurse, Hadley Vlahos helps people navigate grief and major...

For the first time in the history of Semitic studies, this volume is devoted entirely to Modern South Arabian (MSA) as a unified linguistic and cultural entity.Author: Maria BulakhISBN-10: 9004744320ISBN-13: 9789004744325Publisher: BrillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/04/2025Pages: 508Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.00lbsSize: 9.25h x 6.10w x 1.13d

Life's been tough for the Salikovic since their mother was hospitalised. Heartbroken and anxious about the sleepwalking escapades of their youngest brother (who is not a zombie!), the four kids and their father seek respite in nature. But the weekend at their grandparents' homestead...

This first monograph of work by architect Tatsuro Miki reflects his singular talent for designing spaces that embody subtle beauty, harmony, and proportion in close kinship with nature. Through a dozen projects around the world--from New York to Tokyo, and Mexico to Qatar--architect Tatsuro...

Are you ready to journey into the heart of the world's most captivating mysteries?"Unraveling Enigmas" beckons you to unlock the secrets that have mystified humanity for ages. Prepare to be captivated, intrigued, and utterly fascinated as you delve into this extraordinary compendium of the...

Innovating in R&D is tougher than ever.R&D teams are working harder than ever, yet most innovations still fail. Traditional approaches often overlook the user and don't dig deep enough into product points of difference, leading to generic solutions, costly rework cycles and missed opportunities.Untapping...

Are You Tired of the Stagnant Hustle? Discover the Life-Changing Power of a Grateful Heart.What if the key to a more joyful, resilient, and fulfilling life isn't in changing your circumstances, but in changing your perspective?In a world that demands more, faster, and better,...

This edited collection investigates how Deleuze's interventions into cosmological thinking have transformed, challenged, or influenced, as well as been influenced by, the ways that cosmology has been thought and determined from the perspective of the philosophic tradition as well as from the perspective of...

"There are very few times when I really want the audience to look at dance...Dance is just meant to be a framing device that matches emotionally what I want the audience to feel." - Andy Blankenbuehler Three-time Tony Award-winner Andy Blankenbuehler is one of...

This book examines how Christian teachings on love and enmity shape group identity and conflict, with scripture and theology used both to justify violence and call for reconciliation. It explores interdisciplinary perspectives that combine socio-scientific approaches with biblical criticism.Author: Christopher A. PorterISBN-10: 1032719893ISBN-13: 9781032719894Publisher:...

While Western political theory has traditionally affirmed the importance of pure reason, this has recently come under attack from a variety of directions, including from those who question its universal pretensions, its neglect of the emotions, and its attachment to rationally discerned truth. Gavin...

Secularization, Social Order and World History provides a new perspective on the nature of secularization. This book demonstrates that the concepts of "religion" and the "secular" that are assumed in traditional accounts of secularization are not universal human categories, but specifically modern and Western...

Gluca's Great Adventure in Bodytown is a fun, science-based picture book that follows Gluca, a curious little sugar molecule, on an exciting journey through the human body.When Gluca receives a mysterious message inviting her into a cell, she begins an adventure that teaches children...

The book explores philosophical, psychological and practical problems with, and warrants for, inclusive education and calls for radical change in both the nature of education and in schools.Author: Simon GibbsISBN-10: 9004751106ISBN-13: 9789004751101Publisher: BrillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/02/2026Pages: 184Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.01lbs

Most leaders believe in meritocracy--very few know how to build it.Meritocracy introduces a powerful framework for managing human assets more effectively so that all talent can thrive.Learn how to develop strategies and implement measurable workplace initiatives that reduce risk, increase profits and build trust...

This Comprehensive Guide to the Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECSÂ(R)) describes the types of data, and their format, contained in the January 1997 update of the RTECSÂ(R). Since this Guide was issued in 1993, there have been a few changes that...

"The Legend of Eros and Psyche" retells the timeless story of love, loss, and redemption from classical mythology. This poetic rendition by John Redwood Anderson captures the ethereal beauty and emotional depth of the tale, recounting Psyche's trials and tribulations as she seeks to...

Discover the exquisite beauty of the plant kingdom in "The Botanical Magazine, Or, Flower-garden Displayed, Volume 1," by William Curtis. Originally published to showcase the elegance and diversity of flowers, this volume offers a captivating glimpse into the world of botanical illustration. Each page...

"The Complete Angler" is a timeless guide to the art of fishing, offering comprehensive instruction and insightful observations on the natural world. More than just a manual, it captures the spirit of the English countryside and the simple pleasures of a life lived in...

The BiblioGov Project is an effort to expand awareness of the public documents and records of the U.S. Government via print publications. In broadening the public understanding of government and its work, an enlightened democracy can grow and prosper. Ranging from historic Congressional Bills...

Welcome to a world where flowers dance, shoes fall in love, and horses sing. If you look and listen close enough, this world might be ours.Have you ever heard a frog whistle? An ant fart? A cake cry? They do it all the time,...

Welcome to Paradise Farm-a world where birds talk, potatoes give advice, and even the smallest feather can start the biggest adventure.In this delightful debut volume of a richly imaginative series, meet Chickee-Lickee-Lee, a curious young chicken born with only two toes and a heart...

This section of al-Ḫabar ʿan al-basar, the last work of the fifteenth-century historian al-Maqrīzī, presents an overview of the genealogies of the pre-Islamic northern Arabs, regarded as the descendants of the apical ancestor figure ʿAdnān. Al-Maqrīzī's text is embedded in the broader context of...

Positioned at the intersection of regional leadership and global influence, this reference work offers a rigorous and timely analysis of Brazil's evolving geopolitical role--as the world's fifth largest nation, South America's leading power, a strategic South Atlantic actor, and a pivotal member of the...

A cultural history of race, resistance, and representation in a city divided by politics and play When outfielder Bernie Carbo joined the Red Sox in 1974, he brought with him a toy gorilla named Mighty Joe Young that became the team's unofficial mascot for...

Education faces global challenges such as inequality, access to quality education, and the integration of technology (Ainscow, 2020). By providing stories of school improvement in various international contexts, we aim to identify common issues and develop collaborative solutions. We also aim to promote an...

The BiblioGov Project is an effort to expand awareness of the public documents and records of the U.S. Government via print publications. In broadening the public understanding of government and its work, an enlightened democracy can grow and prosper. Ranging from historic Congressional Bills...

Global trade in illegal wildlife is a growing illicit economy, estimated to be worth at least $5 billion and potentially in excess of $20 billion annually. Some of the most lucrative illicit wildlife commodities include tiger parts, caviar, elephant ivory, rhino horn, and exotic...

Problems In Psychopathology, by T.W. Mitchell, delves into the complexities of mental disorders and their impact on the human psyche. Written with clarity and insight, this work explores various facets of psychopathology, offering a comprehensive overview of the field as it was understood in...

"Russian Grammar," translated, enlarged, and arranged by Walter E. Gowan, is a comprehensive resource tailored for English-speaking students of the Russian language. Originally published in 1884, this edition aims to provide a structured and accessible approach to mastering Russian grammar. This book offers detailed...

Southern Min - the most commonly spoken variant of Taiwanese - has over 100 million speakers. This book provides the first comprehensive analysis of Taiwanese Southern Min (TSM) phonology, filling a critical gap in linguistic research. It demonstrates how the language's sound patterns have...

You were never too much. You were never not enough.BIG-BONED is a raw, heartfelt memoir that lays bare the realities of eating disorders, body image struggles, and the messy, non-linear path to self-worth. With unflinching honesty and a touch of humor, Lauren Hankins shares...