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Building: Letters 1960-1975
by Isaiah BerlinIn the period covered here (1960–75) Isaiah Berlin creates Wolfson College, Oxford; John F. Kennedy becomes US President (and is assassinated); Berlin dines with JFK on the day he is told of the Soviet missile bases in Cuba; the Six-Day Arab–Israeli war of 1967 creates problems that are still with us today; Richard M. Nixon succeeds Johnson as US President and resigns over Watergate; and the long agony of the Vietnam War grinds on in the background.At the same time Berlin publishes some of his most important work, including Four Essays on Liberty – the key texts of his liberal pluralism – and the essays later included in Vico and Herder. He talks on the radio, appears on television and in documentary films and gives numerous lectures, especially his celebrated Mellon Lectures, later published as The Roots of Romanticism.Behind these public events is a constant stream of gossip and commentary, acerbic humour and warm personal feeling. Berlin writes about an enormous range of topics to a sometimes dazzling cast of correspondents. This new volume leaves no doubt that Berlin is one of the very best letter-writers of the twentieth century.
Built Together
by Mina StarsiakJoin lovable Mina Starsiak Hawk from HGTV&’s hit show Good Bones as she brings her signature humor and heart to this warm and welcoming story about families of all shapes and sizes. Gather around for this celebration of diversity and acceptance as you are reminded just how wonderful it is to be part of your own unique family. Strong families, like strong houses, have sturdy foundations built on trust, love, and a whole lot of TLC. And like houses, no two families look exactly alike. After reading Built Together, children will learn:There are countless ways to be a family—including adopted, divorced, single-parent, or blended familiesAbout diversity and acceptance of not only your own family, but families that look nothing like yoursBuilt Together:Is great for readers ages 4-8Features bright, playful illustrations that bring this inspiring story to lifeIs filled with the vibrant community spirit of Good Bones, with instant appeal to long-time fans and new friends alikeIs a great resource for teachers and parents to help teach children the importance of acceptance and familyDrawing on her own stories of starting Two Chicks and a Hammer with her mom, working with her stepfamily, fostering her niece, adopting her rescue dogs, and playing with her son, Mina invites readers young and old to join her in discovering how we are all stronger together. Because, in the end, families are built as well as made.
Built for Love
by Lori FosterSome loves are built to last in Lori Foster's sizzling new novella Contractor Jesse Baker knows all about knocking down walls--but chipping away at Tonya Bloom's defenses has been tougher than he expected. The gorgeous blonde has made it clear she doesn't have room in her life for romance...so what is it about her that makes Jesse determined to prove her wrong? Realtor Tonya is an expert on houses, but building a home--and family--for her newly orphaned nephew, Kevin, is a challenge she never expected. And while Jesse might be a shoulder to lean on, he's also a distraction she can't afford. But with Jesse set on winning her heart, will she realize once and for all that the perfect love doesn't always happen at the perfect time?
Built for Pleasure
by Thursday EuclidRetired military officer Malcolm Torvik runs a rehabilitation facility for malfunctioning pleasure cyborgs. When WLF-6759--Wolf--arrives at Reboot Camp, the former battle cyborg presents problems Malcolm's never faced before. Most pleasure cyborgs are sensation junkies, constantly high on the chemicals sex releases into their bloodstream, but Wolf's faulty refit means it's spent a decade suffering through unwanted encounters--and sometimes fighting back despite the consequences. At first Wolf's rebellion frustrates Malcolm even as Wolf's undeniable physical perfection draws him. Then Wolf's unexpected vulnerability and need open a whole new dynamic between them, and Malcolm finds himself feeling far too much for something that isn't even human. Or is it? Could Homo sapiens technica be just as human as Malcolm is? And if it is, what's Malcolm supposed to do about it? Malcolm's been alone for so long.... Is it possible he's found love with a cyborg? How far will he go to ensure Wolf's freedom? Malcolm knows what he must do--for both of them--but it might cost him much more than his comfortable life.
Built for Speed: A Branches Book (Layla and the Bots #2)
by Vicky FangReady, set, go! Layla and the Bots are heading to the races!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Blossom Valley is hosting a go-kart race! The go-karts are provided for all the kids in town. Layla and the Bots can't wait for race day! But one racer, Tina, needs their help. She needs a new cart that uses hand-controls and other cool features. Layla and the Bots know just what to do... they will build her a brand-new cart that's even faster than her wheelchair! But will Tina's go-kart have enough speed to win the race? With full-color artwork on every page and speech bubbles throughout, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!
Built in a Day: A Novel
by Steven RinehartAcclaimed author of the story collection Kick in the Head Steven Rinehart’s debut novel is filled to the brim with his characteristic wry humor, unflinching truth, and raw emotional power.Built in a Day is the story of an over-educated underachiever whose oath to clean up his act is put to the ultimate test when the world around him crumbles into a state of disrepair. Left in charge of his late wife’s son and a sultry 15-year-old pregnant orphan named Jule, 32-year-old Andrew Bergman has to find the will and strength to rise to the absurd challenge of becoming a stepfather and -grandfather in the course of a few short months. Darkly hysterical and deeply stirring, Built in a Day is an affecting examination of love, responsibility, and the resilience it takes to pick up the pieces.
Built of Books: How Reading Defined the Life of Oscar Wilde
by Thomas WrightAn entirely new kind of biography, Built of Book explores the mind and personality of Oscar Wilde through his taste in books. This intimate account of Oscar Wilde's life and writings is richer, livelier, and more personal than any book.
Built to Last
by David MacaulayA nomad fashion's a home that's meant to be built and rebuilt. A family tears down an old house and erects a new one in its place. Even the Eiffel Tower wasn't meant to be anything more than temporary. As humans, we don't always build things to endure the test of time. Built to Last brings together the award-winning author and artist David Macaulay's creative, exacting thinking about buildings and designs that were crafted with a strength of structure and purpose that defy the everyday: Castle, Cathedral, and Mosque. This gorgeous volume includes newly researched information about each building and how it was built. And, for the first time ever, the Caldecott Honor-winning Castle and Cathedral appear in full color--with stunning new drawings that enrich the reader's understanding of these structures, and capture intriguing new perspectives and details. Just as the buildings themselves were created to last, our interest in the structures themselves, the people who created them, and the purposes for which they were made endures as well. This impeccably researched volume--a necessary addition to the bookshelf of anyone interested in architecture--celebrates this spirit of endurance and serves as a reminder that building well and leaving something of consequence behind, whether a building, a design, or an idea, is still of the utmost importance.
Built to Last
by Janice Kay JohnsonJo Dubray doesn't think much of marriage... And she certainly doesn't plan to try it herself. But that doesn't mean she isn't interested in getting to know her new roommate's brother. After all, Ryan's recently divorced and has two children living with their mom in another state. He can't be thinking of anything as serious and confining as remarrying. But what will Jo do if he is? Especially once his kids come back home to stay.
Built to Last
by Minh LêMeet two friends who think they're building imaginative worlds with blocks but come to realize they've been building something far greater--a sturdy, solid friendship--in this picturebook by award-winning creators.Two kids build entire worlds out of blocks, cardboard, and imagination. From boats attacked by a sea creature to a castle crumbling into the ocean. And they don&’t mind when these creations break apart and CRASH to the floor. In fact, they think it&’s pretty funny! Every time, a creation falls apart, they pick up the pieces and keep building bigger and better.But when their latest masterpiece tumbles down in spectacular fashion, the boys aren&’t laughing anymore. Have these two friends reached their breaking point?Playful text by wordsmith Minh Le and dazzling illustrations by artisan Dan Santat showcase their close collaboration in their latest picturebook. As merry as it is moving, here is a story that recognizes the friendships in life that are truly built to last.
Built to Last (Black Knights Inc. #12)
by Julie Ann WalkerIn the epic conclusion to the BKI series, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Julie Ann Walker delivers her biggest bombshell yet!Welcome to Black Knights Inc.What appears to be a tricked-out motorcycle shop on the North Side of Chicago is actually headquarters for the world's most elite covert operatives. Deadly, dangerous, and determined, they'll steal your breath and your heart.After a mission-gone-sideways forces Jamin "Angel" Agassi to change his identity, he's determined to bring down the world's worst crime syndicate kingpin once and for all. That's going to be the easy part. Keeping Interpol agent Sonya Butler from discovering who he really is—and blazing another trail into his heart—is the challenge.Black Knights Inc Series:Hell on Wheels (Book 1)In Rides Trouble (Book 2)Rev It Up (Book 3)Thrill Ride (Book 4)Born Wild (Book 5)Hell for Leather (Book 6)Full Throttle (Book 7)Too Hard to Handle (Book 8)Wild Ride (Book 9)Fuel for Fire (Book 10)Hot Pursuit (Book 11)Built to Last (Book 12)What People Are Saying About Black Knights Inc:"A fast-paced, sexy thrill ride." —Kirkus for Fuel for Fire"An intriguing mix of fast-paced action and sizzling romance!" —Fresh Fiction for Thrill Ride"Exhilarating, not-to-be missed!" —RT Book Reviews for Too Hard to Handle
Built to Last: A Novel
by Erin Hahn"I loved this delightful romance about makeovers of old homes, old personas, and relationships that never had a chance to launch. A sweet, charming reminder of what you can build with a strong foundation." - Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Two WaysErin Hahn's Built to Last is a sparkling second chance romance about owning what you’re worth and fighting for the one who got away.Shelby Springfield has spent the last ten years trying to overcome her past, sanding it away like the rough spots on the vintage furniture she makes over. But as a former child star, it’s hard to forget a widely documented meltdown and huge public break up with her former co-star Lyle Jessup. It’s also hard to forget her other co-star and childhood sweetheart, Cameron Riggs—the one who got away.Anytime Shelby has called, Cameron has come running… And then he runs right off again to chase stories around the world by making documentaries, too scared to admit what he really wants. But when Lyle stirs the pot, getting the two back in the spotlight with a home renovation show, Cameron can't help but get on board.There's something in it for everyone—almost. Cameron wants to set down some roots. Shelby wants to prove she's not the messy party girl anymore. And a jealous Lyle can’t help but try to get in the way. But for his two childhood friends who had more chemistry than he could ever dream of, nothing is getting in the way of their second chance at love.“Thank you, Erin Hahn, for making me laugh and swoon and cry sweet, happy tears. Can I live in this book?" - Jen Doll, author of Save the Date and Unclaimed Baggage
Built: A Saints of Denver Novel (Saints of Denver #01)
by Jay CrownoverSometimes a real hero lets you save yourself . . .Sayer Cole and Zeb Fuller couldn't be more different. She's country club and fine-dining, he's cell-block and sawdust. Sayer spends her days in litigation while Zeb spends his working with his hands. But none of that has stopped Zeb from wanting the stunning blonde since the moment he laid eyes on her--even if the reserved lawyer seems determinedly oblivious to his interest.Sayer is certain the rough, hard, hot-as-hell Zeb could never want someone as closed off and restrained as she is, which is a shame because something tells her he might be the guy to finally melt her icy exterior. When he shows up at Sayer's door needing her professional help, she's both disappointed and relieved that she won't get the chance to find out just how good he could be.But as they team up to right a wrong and save a family, the steam created when fire and ice collide cannot be ignored."Crownover weaves a tale that touches every emotion and keeps the pages turning." --Liliana Hart, New York Times bestselling author
Bujji Kathalu
by Vedagiri RambabuBujji Kathalu is a set of 25 stories for children by Dr Vedagiri Rambabu which in his words were the stories he taught his daughter and wants his daughter to tell his children too.
Bujjoni Kala Bala Geyalu
by V. Chandrasekhara SastryBujjoni Kala Bala Geyalu is a set of 47 poems for children to sing with ingrained morals and health tips.
Bujurgo Ka Care: बुजुर्गों का केयर: कुछ आपबीती - कुछ जगबीती
by Dr Omkar Mittal"बुजुर्गों की केयर: कुछ आपबीती - कुछ जगबीती" डॉ. ओंकार मित्तल द्वारा लिखित पुस्तक है, जो वृद्ध देखभाल की जटिल चुनौतियों और जिम्मेदारियों को उजागर करती है। यह पुस्तक व्यक्तिगत किस्सों और व्यापक सामाजिक दृष्टिकोणों को मिलाकर भावनात्मक, शारीरिक और सामाजिक पहलुओं पर प्रकाश डालती है। यह सहानुभूति, समझ और संरचित समर्थन प्रणालियों के महत्व पर जोर देती है। मुख्य विषयों में बढ़ती वृद्ध जनसंख्या और उनकी बढ़ती देखभाल की आवश्यकताएं, परिवार द्वारा की जा रही देखभाल की व्यक्तिगत कहानियाँ, और पेशेवर देखभालकर्ताओं की भूमिका शामिल हैं। "काखी मेरी माँ" जैसे अध्यायों के माध्यम से, पुस्तक देखभालकर्ताओं द्वारा सामना की जाने वाली व्यक्तिगत और तार्किक कठिनाइयों को मार्मिक तरीके से प्रस्तुत करती है। यह परिवारों और समाज से मिलकर वृद्धजनों की भलाई और गरिमा सुनिश्चित करने का आह्वान करती है।
Buko et les Yukant
by Martha FaëBuko n’est pas son nom, mais tout le monde l’appelle ainsi. Il ne peut pas voler, mais il a toujours voulu aller au-delà des nuages sans avion. Buko a entendu dire qu’il y a des choses qui sont simplement impossibles, mais cela est très différent de ce que lui dit son cœur. LIVRE POUR ENFANTS DE 9 À 11 ANS. L’histoire est également adaptée à des enfants plus jeunes, s’ils sont accompagnés lors de la lecture. L’histoire comporte de l’action, des touches d’humour et accorde une place importante à l’amitié. Elle n’a pas de nom, mais on l’appelle Yuki, comme tous les enfants de son île. Buko, ce petit garçon tellement bizarre, lui a dit que tout était possible, bien que cela soit tout à fait différent de ce que lui dit son cœur. Picoti.... Alors, Picoti est bien son nom et il a vraiment un cœur en or. Le reste est encore mieux, mais tu le découvriras toi-même. Buko et les Yukant est une histoire d’amitié qui nous apprend que seule la peur nous éloigne de la liberté.
Bukowski in a Sundress: Confessions from a Writing Life
by Kim Addonizio"Somewhere between Jo Ann Beard's The Boys of My Youth and Amy Schumer's stand-up exists Kim Addonizio's style of storytelling . . . at once biting and vulnerable, nostalgic without ever veering off into sentimentality." --Refinery29"Always vital, clever, and seductive, Addonizio is a secular Anne Lamott, a spiritual aunt to Lena Dunham." --BooklistA dazzling, edgy, laugh-out-loud memoir from the award-winning poet and novelist that reflects on writing, drinking, dating, and more Kim Addonizio is used to being exposed. As a writer of provocative poems and stories, she has encountered success along with snark: one critic dismissed her as "Charles Bukowski in a sundress." ("Why not Walt Whitman in a sparkly tutu?" she muses.) Now, in this utterly original memoir in essays, she opens up to chronicle the joys and indignities in the life of a writer wandering through middle age. Addonizio vividly captures moments of inspiration at the writing desk (or bed) and adventures on the road--from a champagne-and-vodka-fueled one-night stand at a writing conference to sparsely attended readings at remote Midwestern colleges. Her crackling, unfiltered wit brings colorful life to pieces like "What Writers Do All Day," "How to Fall for a Younger Man," and "Necrophilia" (that is, sexual attraction to men who are dead inside). And she turns a tender yet still comic eye to her family: her father, who sparked her love of poetry; her mother, a former tennis champion who struggled through Parkinson's at the end of her life; and her daughter, who at a young age chanced upon some erotica she had written for Penthouse. At once intimate and outrageous, Addonizio's memoir radiates all the wit and heartbreak and ever-sexy grittiness that her fans have come to love--and that new readers will not soon forget.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Bulayo ḽo ṱalifhaho: UEB Contracted
by A. W. MagauU vula maṱo a si u vhona kana u thanya. Ri ḓo vhona ro lala u vuwa ri tshi shavha u lenga. Vhutshilo ndi dande tande ḽine u tandulula zwa ṱoḓa u raha mupfa u tshi u vhona. A nga vha e mashudu masimbe o tou ḓiokela.
Bulayo ḽo ṱalifhaho: UEB Uncontracted
by A. W. MagauU vula maṱo a si u vhona kana u thanya. Ri ḓo vhona ro lala u vuwa ri tshi shavha u lenga. Vhutshilo ndi dande tande ḽine u tandulula zwa ṱoḓa u raha mupfa u tshi u vhona. A nga vha e mashudu masimbe o tou ḓiokela.
Bulfinch's Greek and Roman Mythology: The Age of Fable (Dover Thrift Editions)
by Thomas BulfinchFirst published in 1855, Bulfinch's Mythology has introduced generations of readers to the great myths of Greece and Rome, as well as time-honored legends of Norse mythology, medieval, and chivalric tales, Oriental fables, and more. Readers have long admired Bulfinch's versions for the skill with which he wove various versions of a tale into a coherent whole, the vigor of his storytelling, and his abundant cross-references to poetry and painting, demonstrating the relationship of literature and art. Now The Age of Fable, the first section of the Mythology, is available in this inexpensive, highly readable edition. Drawing on the works of Homer, Ovid, Virgil, and other classical authors, as well as an immense trove of stories about the Norse gods and heroes, The Age of Fable offers lively retellings of the myths of the Greek and Roman gods: Venus and Adonis, Jupiter and Juno, Daphne and Apollo, and many others. The myths and legends so vividly retold in this volume underlie much of the art, literature, and culture of Western civilization. As Bulfinch put it, "Without a knowledge of mythology, much of the elegant literature of our own language cannot be understood and appreciated." With this inexpensive edition of The Age of Fable, readers can immerse themselves in these seminal myths, increasing their appreciation and understanding of Western culture, while enjoying the myths purely as the great stories they are.
Bulfinch's Medieval Mythology: The Age of Chivalry
by Thomas BulfinchHere, in a dazzling panoply, are the legendary figures from the age of chivalry: King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Robin Hood, Richard the Lionhearted and his crusaders, and a host of other famous and lesser-known characters. This collection includes tales from Camelot, dramatic narratives from The Mabinogion, and stories of the noble warriors of English history. Bulfinch's skillful storytelling not only relates these ancient myths and legends but also discusses their roles in literature and art, with numerous allusions to poetry and paintings. Generations of children and adults have thrilled to these timeless tales, and young readers can find no better introduction to the enchantment of medieval myths and legends.
Bulfinch's Mythology
by Thomas BulfinchBulfinch's Mythology is a thorough overview of three major groups of mythology, and has long been cited as one of its definitive reference texts. It is broken up into three sections, covering classical mythology (primarily Greek and Roman, though Bulfinch also touches on eastern, Norse, and druidic myth), the legends of King Arthur, and the romances of the middle ages. It is both thorough and detailed, but is presented in a way that makes it accessible to all readers. Penguin Random House Canada is proud to bring you classic works of literature in e-book form, with the highest quality production values. Find more today and rediscover books you never knew you loved.
Bulfinch's Mythology (Leather-bound Classics)
by Thomas Bulfinch Ph.D. Stephanie L. BudinCan't keep all your gods and goddesses straight? Wondering about mythological references in classic literature? Bulfinch's Mythology offers approachable accounts of ancient legends in a compilation of the works of Thomas Bulfinch, banker and Latinist. This volume includes all three of Bulfinch's original titles: The Age of Fable, The Age of Chivalry, and The Legends of Charlemagne. Bulfinch states his purpose for the book clearly: "Our work is not for the learned, nor for the theologian, nor for the philosopher, but for the reader of English literature...who wishes to comprehend the allusions so frequently made by public speakers, lecturers, essayists, and poets, and those which occur in polite conversation." This compilation was widely used as the authoritative text on mythology in schools for over a century.Lexile score: 1190L