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An up-to-date introduction to the mysterious, ancient European civilization. This book offers an authoritative introduction to the world of the Minoans, the first "modern" civilization on European soil. With its grand palaces, a sophisticated bureaucracy, an indecipherable writing system, exquisite artworks, powerful depictions of...

Scooby-Doo finds that the Mystery Machine has been shrunk to the size of a tiny toy! Krypto swoops in to help his friend. Soon, robots have shrunk more objects around the city. Even Scooby-Doo is shrunk! Who could be behind this mini-sized mayhem? Come...

Find out how to transform the ordinary into something extraordinary with this guide to minimalist photography. With advice on composition, balance, shape and texture, this book takes inspiration from the masters of minimalism to demonstrate how stripping a subject down to its very essence...

Now a television miniseries, as seen on Masterpiece on PBSSet in seventeenth century Amsterdam--a city ruled by glittering wealth and oppressive religion--a masterful debut steeped in atmosphere and shimmering with mystery, in the tradition of Emma Donoghue, Sarah Waters, and Sarah Dunant."There is nothing...

'Was her life to be always like this? - always bringing some new source of inward strife?' When the miller Mr Tulliver becomes entangled in lawsuits, he sets off a chain of events that will profoundly affect the lives of his family and bring...

With more than 1,300,000 answers, this volume contains more than twice as many words as any other crossword dictionary. Meticulously compiled by two crossword professionals with a combined fifty years in the field and based on a massive analysis of current crosswords, there has...

From Small-Town Dreams to Global AdventuresAlex Boylan's extraordinary journey proves that the most meaningful success comes not from following conventional paths, but from embracing the uncomfortable and saying yes to the unexpected. From selling 2,000 Advent calendars door-to-door to fund a life-changing exchange year...

Get ready for a thrilling exploration of farm machines! This engaging book invites young readers to explore the fascinating world of farming through the incredible machines that make it all possible. Join our friendly mechanics as they uncover the secrets behind powerful tractors, impressive...

If you could rewrite the story of your own life, would you be brave enough to take a chance at true love? When writer Aurelia Lyndham inherits a London bookshop from her beloved aunt, she assumes the whispers she hears late at night are...

In this single indispensable volume, one of America's ranking scholars combines a life's work of research and teaching with the art of lively narration. Both authoriatative and beautifully told, THE MIDDLE AGES is the full story of the thousand years between the fall of...

It is one of the most memorable first lines in all of literature: "When Gregor Samsa woke one morning from uneasy dreams, he found himself transformed into some kind of monstrous vermin." So begins Kafka's famous short story, The Metamorphosis. Kafka considered publishing it...

This is not a diet book. It's a book about the pure science behind why diets don't work long-term for the majority of people. Forget everything you have ever heard about dieting and being overweight! The Metabolic Storm addresses the science that obliterates those...

The house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer's shocking last wish in this delightful new novel from beloved author Phaedra PatrickMother of two Liv Green barely scrapes by as a maid to make ends meet, often finding escape in a...

Author: Robert Prather,Cyrus AlderwoodPublisher: Acclaim Press, Inc.Published: 03/30/2025Pages: 328Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 1.35lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.00w x 1.30dISBN: 9781956027990About the AuthorCyrus Alderwood was born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and raised in Virginia. He earned a B.S. in Economics from the University of Virginia's College at...

"[A] ferocious, exhilarating narrative!" - The New York Times Book ReviewA Tor.com Best of 2019 Pick A 2020 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick Debut author Margaret Owen crafts a powerful saga of vengeance, survival, and sacrifice--perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and...

An unthinkable danger. An unexpected choice. Annabel, once the daughter of a wealthy merchant, is trapped in indentured servitude to Lord Ranulf, a recluse who is rumored to be both terrifying and beastly. Her circumstances are made even worse by the proximity of Lord...

The Secret to Mastering Your Emotions Is Finally Out There: Are You Ready to Take Control of Your Emotions?Did you know that mastering your emotions can lead to increased confidence, self-awareness, and self-motivation?Every goal and every great achievement are first designed in the mind...

"I have no wish to play the pontificating fool, pretending that I've suddenly come up with the answers to all life's questions. Quite that contrary, I began this book as an exploration, an exercise in self-questing. In other words, I wanted to find out,...

Rollo May challenges the idea that "mental health is living without anxiety," believing it is essential to being human. He explores how it can relieve boredom, sharpen sensibilities, and produce the tension necessary to preserve human existence. May sees a link extending from anxiety...

This wholesome, award-winning classic that has sold more than 1 million copies is written by bestselling authors and illustrated by a Caldecott-winning artist, telling the story of a 100-year-old china doll who discovers surprising friendships and thrilling adventures. Annabelle Doll and Tiffany Funcraft are...