Social Science - Reference

Since 1957, the most comprehensive and authoritative reference available on special days, weeks, and months; special events; national and international holidays; federal and state observances; religious observances; celebrity birthdays; astronomical phenomena; major sporting events and more.Author: Editors Of Chase'sPublisher: Bloomsbury AcademicPublished: 10/16/2025Pages: 752Binding Type:...

Take young readers on the ultimate round-the-world trip with this impressive atlas - packed full of beautiful illustrations and photographs. Discover the world map-by-map with this exciting world atlas book for children, featuring more than 50 maps! Each page is filled with fascinating information,...

Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children's book takes you on an exciting round-the-globe tour, with a stopover in every nation on every continent! Did you know that Cuba's national sport is baseball, one of the...

A collection of studies in which Arendt, from the standpoint of a political philosopher, views the crises of the 1960s and early 1970s as challenges to the american form of government. Index.Author: Hannah ArendtPublisher: Mariner Books ClassicsPublished: 05/10/1972Pages: 256Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 7.90h x...

From Mothman to the Mongolian Death Worm, Shellycoat to Simurgh, Nessie to even Ningyo, this charming and creative collection of cryptids will fascinate readers for years to come. Cryptids, Creatures & Critters: A Manual of Monsters and Mythos from Around the World features 90...

Did you know? - Freemasonry's first American lodge included a young Benjamin Franklin among its members. - The Knights Templar began as impoverished warrior monks then evolved into bankers. - Groom Lake, Dreamland, Homey Airport, Paradise Ranch, The Farm, Watertown Strip, Red Square, "The...

"Shakil is a rare jewel in the work of what it means to heal, repair, and take responsibility... This book is required reading for anyone interested in building a loving, just and diverse world."--Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison, Zen teacher & author of Wholehearted: Slow...

2024 Reprint of the 1960 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This classic reference guide to more than 5000 words and phrases pertaining to religion and myth is reprinted from the 1960 edition. It retains its...

This second edition contains fully 30% more convict passengers than in the original.Dr. Dobson has made some modifications as well; for example, some men who were thought to have been Covenanters are now classed as rebels and English transportees have been omitted, while the...

Strong, beautiful, inspiring, and so much more--Dolly Parton is a positive figure adored by so many. Since the 1960's Dolly has maintained an unparalleled level of success and multi-generational popularity. With her recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the release...

For thirty-five years and through thirteen editions, Jim Henslin's Down to Earth Sociology has opened new windows onto the social realities that shape our world. Now in its fourteenth edition, the most popular anthology in sociology includes new articles on our changing world while...

An elegantly illustrated handbook of Freemasonic ritual Explained and interpreted by copious notes and numerous engravings. Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor will be a cherished possession of any Mason who receives it. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Because...

Effective Communication - The doorway to new relations, opportunities and overall better experiences with people.The ability to communicate successfully with others is one of biggest determining factors to how successful you are, in any career or endeavor.Have you ever had that frustrating feeling that...

A beautifully illustrated collection of 20 ancient Egyptian myths retold for children aged 7-9. Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, and warring gods in this thrilling compendium of ancient Egyptian myths. With 20 exciting tales alongside fascinating historical information, this is...

Entiende las ideas clave de la antropologÃ-a: el estudio de las sociedades y culturas humanas. QuÃ(c) significa ser humano? Por quÃ(c) tenemos rituales? CÃ3mo difieren las estructuras familiares en todo el mundo y por quÃ(c)? El libro de AntropologÃ-a responde a preguntas como estas...

This centennial edition of Emily Post's classic guide to etiquette has been completely rewritten with up-to-date and comprehensive advice on the need-to-know manners, customs, and best practices of today. For the past one hundred years, Emily Post has been America's definitive source for how...

"Guided by fairy folk and Ventura's own botanical wisdom, this book is an enchanting walk on the path of green magic and folklore." --Coby Michael, author of The Poison Path Herbal From fairy tales to your garden, Enchanted Plants is an illustrated treasure trove...

"A model of excellence in the art of reference volume publishing... Every public and school library... should acquire this treasure. It will remain the standard for many years to come." -- Dr. James A. Clifton, Department of Anthropology, Western Michigan University "This substantial reference...

A thorough reference to the many deities, magical beings, mythical places, and ancient customs of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe - Explores the legends and origins of well-known gods and figures such as Odin, Thor, Krampus, and the Valkyries, as well as...

"An admirable and thought-provoking consideration of the underlying themes of The Hobbit, following the there-and-back-again progress from its famous first line on through to Bilbo's return home at the story's end." -- Douglas A. Anderson, author of The Annotated Hobbit The Hobbit is one...