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A book about spirit, creativity, and the inner life of the writer Certain writing books go beyond questions of craft and art to explore the deepest sources of the creative impulse. Writing from the Body is not a head book; it is a heart...

Damn good fiction is dramatic fiction, Frey insists, whether it is by Hemingway or Grisham, Le Carre or Ludlum, Austen or Dickens. Despite their differences, these authors' works share common elements: strong narrative lines, fascinating characters, steadily building conflicts, and satisfying conclusions. Frey's How...

Featuring essays by leading historians, including Carol Berkin, Andrew Heinze, Earl Lewis, and Mai M. Ngai, Race and Ethnicity in America is a timely introduction to the interrelated themes of race, ethnicity, and immigration in American history and a first-stop resource for students and...

Filled with hundreds of specific examples and organized into a coherent framework of practical concepts that can be applied by managers and entrepreneurs at all levels, Built to Last provides a master blueprint for building organizations that will prosper in the 21st century and...

This easy-to-read non-fiction book will appeal to anyone interested in history, geography, or language. It is unique in that it gives you, not only the origin of the place-name, but additional information that would be of interest to travelers. There are 1100 in-depth entries,...

God has been engaged in a deadly conflict against the satanic influence of the fallen world ever since Adam and Eve disobeyed God, and brought sin and death into the world and into the lives of every person since then. The essence of the...

2021 Reprint of the 1913 Edition. Friedrich Nietzsche claimed that the purpose of On the Genealogy of Morals was to call attention to his previous writings. But in fact, the book does much more than that, elucidating and expanding on the cryptic aphorisms of...

This book has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted,...

There are countless books on men and relationships that analyze and interpret men's feelings about intimacy from a clinical or therapeutic approach. However, there are few books that actually highlight Black men's points of view on intimacy in a raw, impactful and inspiring way....

Designing Museum Experiences is a "how-to" book for creating visitor-centered museums that emotionally and intellectually connect with museum visitors, stakeholders, and donors.Museums are changing from static, monolithic, and encyclopedic institutions to institutions that are visitor-centric, with shared authority that allows museum and visitors to...

Author: Nancy GriffinISBN-10: 1927097312ISBN-13: 9781927097311Publisher: MacIntyre Purcell Publishing Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 245Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 6.90h x 5.00w x 0.70d

Useful Objects examines the history of American museums during the nineteenth century through the eyes of visitors, writers, and collectors. Museums of this period included a wide range of objects, from botanical and zoological specimens to antiquarian artifacts and technological models. Intended to promote...

Prepare for your wilderness adventure as you learn to positively identify the plants along your way. Not only will you be able to recognize these beauties of the wilderness, but with this illustrated guide you'll learn which plants can safely be used for food...

Lorenzo Lorraine Langstroth is considered 'the father of American beekeeping.' The claim is probably too modest. His design for a beehive is used to this day around the world and is still called the "Langstroth hive." Langstroth's innovations allowed beekeepers to manage their bees...

Collection Conundrums: Solving Museum Registration Mysteries provides guidelines for investigating the oddities found in every museum collection - objects without record, identification or sometimes even a location - and determining what to do. Written by registrars Rebecca Buck and Jean A. Gilmore, editors of...

"The Compleat Angler" by Isaak Walton is quirky and eccentric enough to be a 21st century book, but full of wit, wisdom, quotes, songs. It is loved as much for its angling lore as for its spiritual insights.Author: Izaak WaltonISBN-10: 1849029717ISBN-13: 9781849029711Publisher: Benediction ClassicsLanguage:...

Paul Dickson's Rising to the Occasion is the ideal pocket reference for any moment when one might need to raise a glass. Organized by category, it contains sayings famous and profound, suitable and sentimental, created by the likes of Groucho Marx, Mark Twain, and...

Designed by Wernher von Braun and Arthur Rudolph at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, the Saturn V rocket represents the pinnacle of 20th Century technological achievement. The only launch vehicle in history to transport astronauts beyond Low Earth Orbit, the Saturn V delivered 24...

Designed by Wernher von Braun and Arthur Rudolph at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, the Saturn V rocket represents the pinnacle of 20th Century technological achievement. The only launch vehicle in history to transport astronauts beyond Low Earth Orbit, the Saturn V delivered 24...

Many salespeople can line up prospects, recite the benefits of their product or service, and stir the interest of their client. But when it comes to actually closing the deal, they fail and the sale falls apart. That's where sales guru Stephan Schiffman comes...

6-page laminated guide includes: -general terms -lines -line segments -rays -angles -transversal line angles -polygons -circles -theorems & relationships -postulates -geometric formulas Author: S. B. KizlikISBN-10: 1572229098ISBN-13: 9781572229099Publisher: Quickstudy Reference GuidesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2005Pages: 6Format: OtherWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 11.30h x 8.30w x 0.08d

A complete quick reference guide for all aspects of Linear Algebra. Author: S. B. KizlikISBN-10: 1572228679ISBN-13: 9781572228672Publisher: Quickstudy Reference GuidesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/18/2005Pages: 6Format: OtherWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 11.35h x 8.60w x 0.05d

A comprehensive guide to the gods and goddesses in Greek and Roman mythology. Great companion for any mythology-related courses or the mythology buff. Author: Steven M. BernerISBN-10: 157222326XISBN-13: 9781572223264Publisher: Quickstudy Reference GuidesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/03/2001Pages: 4Format: OtherWeight: 0.14lbsSize: 11.35h x 8.60w x 0.05d

This book was designed to ease the mind for pipefitters and welders and to simplify the layout of offsets and angles for the beginner as well as the novice. This book will help you understand how easy it is to layout offsets and angles....

Become a woodworking master with this all-encompassing reference This practical manual, both for the person who is attracted to the subject of workshop carpentry and for someone beginning in this subject, is the essential reference for learning and honing your woodworking and carpentry skills....

This book is a necessary read both for persons who see a living through scamming and for persons who want to avoid scammers. Failure to read this book is failure to get rich quick or avoid scammers. This is a book for educational purpose....

With God's wisdom, His spirit living inside us teaches us how to operate and represent Him in the mystery of chaos. We have to open our mouths speaking the right words and not just in defense-controlling mode everywhere we go. We tend to look...

The Book That Makes Dying by Heart Attack Seem Downright Boring Simply by living a normal life, you have an excellent chance of becoming yet another statistic on the list of leading causes of death. But Buck Tilton prefers to ponder the alternatives. In...

This filmography covers more than 300 horror films released from 1990 through 1999. The horror genre's trends and cliches are connected to social and cultural phenomena, such as Y2K fears and the Los Angeles riots. Popular films were about serial killers, aliens, conspiracies, and...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to taxidermy, with information on skinning, stuffing, mounting, and preserving a variety of mammals and birds. Written in simple, pain language and profusely illustrated, this timeless handbook is ideal for the novice and would make for a...

Imagine an urban oasis with hundreds of thousands of trees and whose mayor wants to plant a million more. That sylvan place is New York City, and this is a guide to the diverse trees that line its streets.Field Guide to the Street Trees...

Thoroughly revised and updated, the new edition of this acclaimed and best-selling guide offers a rich blend of practical advice and real-life examples. The authors draw on fifty years of experience, providing detailed step-by-step guidance designed to help students and researchers write and present...

Revised and updated edition of the invaluable tool for Burmese language learnersAuthor: Anna Allott, John OkellISBN-10: 0991878450ISBN-13: 9780991878451Publisher: Pansodan BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/17/2017Pages: 454Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.46lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.01d

"Stuck in Dysfunction-ville? Are your meetings inefficient, frustrating and possibly not legal? Democratic Rules of Order is a small, brilliant book that can make a world of difference. Buy everyone a copy - it will be one of the best investments you've ever made."-...

Greek and Roman mythology has fascinated people for more than two millennia, and its influence on cultures throughout Europe, America, North Africa, and the Middle East attests to the universal appeal of the stories. This title examines the best-known figures of Greek and Roman...

It's Your Decision - Do It Now! is an indispensable handbook on making choices in your everyday life. Sharath Shanth, an international entrepreneur, shares his insights on everything from coping with a break-up in a relationship to asking the right questions when buying a...

Celebrates the resilience of American cultural institutions in the face of national crises and challenges On an afternoon in January 1865, a roaring fire swept through the Smithsonian Institution. Dazed soldiers and worried citizens could only watch as the flames engulfed the museum's castle....

Imagine members of Congress who don't crave media attention. Imagine people who are so beloved within the institution that negative sentiment is non-existent. Finally, imagine folks for whom reaching across the aisle to craft comprehensive legislation is second nature. In Beloved Workhorses, one doesn't...

Teachers are change agents, each motivated by different goals and aspirations. All educators understand that the teaching process, especially surrounding adult learning, can be creative, challenging, complex, and full of joys and frustrations. In this revised, multi-award winning edition, Dr Nigel Wilson, a seasoned...

A good book is like a good wine: it ages well and you want to keep it close at hand. The Jumbo Shrimp Guide to Italian Wine is the missing link to understanding the complexity of Italian wine without the headache. It is ideal...

Margaret (Peggy) O'Drain lives in Richmond, California, and a retired State employee. She was a longtime tour guide and volunteer with Mare Island Historic Park Foundation. Discovery of the aging, neglected cemetery at Mare Island offered the perfect opportunity to combine a life-long interest...

The Virgin Islands Dictionary is a collection of words and phrases used frequently, naturally and enjoyably by the people who call the Virgin Islands home. Don't get me wrong, most Virgin Islanders speak English well. A growing number speak English and Spanish making that...

Exploring the Divine Library explores profound insights by way of meditation, past-life regression, channeling, remote viewing, dowsing, automatic writing, and astral projection. Richard Rowe dives deep into spiritual realms and asks profound questions such as, Where does the information for ideas and inventions come...

SUZUKI CARRY DA63T Electrical Service Manual & Diagrams 2002 2005. Complete English Factory Electrical Service Diagrams and Harnesses plus individual pin & connectors guide. Covers the entire vehicle including Engine, Chassis, lighting, and all other components. This manual also covers Air-conditioning and electrical power...

Are you planning to move to Australia? You are not alone, Your D.I.Y. Move Guide, talks you through all the essential information, practical tips, and valuable advice you will need to move and live in Australia. Research, Planning, Documentation, Packing, Moving; Truth be told,...

The Army version "Map Reading and Land Navigation" is the simplest and most straightforward explanation of how to get around with just a compass and a map. This guide is perfect for any outdoorsman or for teaching Boy Scouts how to use a compass.Author:...

Craft an Emotionally Charged Story That Will Resonate with Readers Emotional impact shouldn't be dropped into your novel as an afterthought or forced upon your story with a pair of pliers and an iron grip. It should be carefully sewn into the fabric of...

Paint Masterful Descriptions on the Page Writing strong descriptions is an art form, one that you need to carefully develop and practice. The words you choose to describe your characters, scenes, settings, and ideas--in fiction, poetry, and nonfiction--need to precisely illustrate the vision you...

Offers solid information on different styles of resumes and interview techniques. Prepared by professional resume writers and human resource managers. Author: Toby Chabon-BergerISBN-10: 1572225467ISBN-13: 9781572225466Publisher: Quickstudy Reference GuidesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/22/2001Pages: 4Format: OtherWeight: 0.09lbsSize: 10.40h x 8.50w x 0.03d

Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3 11.3, Scouting and Patrolling, provides the doctrinal foundation and the tactics, techniques, and procedures for scouting and patrolling conducted by Marines from the fire team to the company level. Although the information focuses on infantry units, much of...