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Last Chance to See
by Douglas Adams Mark Carwardine"Very funny and moving...The glimpses of rare fauna seem to have enlarged [Adams'] thinking, enlivened his world; and so might the animals do for us all, if we were to help them live."THE WASHINGTON POST BOOK WORLDJoin bestselling author Douglas Adams and zooligist Mark Carwardine as they take off around the world in search of exotic, endangered creatures. Hilarious and poignant--as only Douglas Adams can be--LAST CHANCE TO SEE is an entertaining and arresting odyssey through the Earth's magnificent wildlife galaxy.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Last Draft: A Novelist's Guide to Revision
by Sandra ScofieldThe definitive handbook for the novelist who is ready to revise This wise and friendly guide shows writers how to turn first-draft manuscripts into the novels of their dreams. A critic, longtime teacher, and award-winning novelist, Sandra Scofield illustrates how to reread a work of fiction with a view of its subject and vision, and how to take it apart and put it back together again, stronger and deeper. Scofield builds her explanations around helpful concepts like narrative structure, character agency, and core scenes, using models from classic and contemporary writers. The detailed, step-by-step plan laid out in The Last Draft offers invaluable advice to both novice and experienced writers alike. In Scofield, they will find a seasoned, encouraging mentor to steer them through this emotional and intellectual journey.
The Last Italian: Portrait of a People (DESTINATIONS)
by William MurrayOffers a candid portrait of the Italian people in a collection of pieces describing events and topics highlighting life in contemporary Italy.
Last-Minute Knitted Gifts (Last Minute Gifts Ser.)
by Joelle Hoverson&“Lovely gifts in luscious yarns . . . that will never go out of style&” that can be completed in about 10 hours or—way—less (Planet Purl). Today's knitters are chic, smart-and busy. Although they love to knit and enjoy making gifts for family and friends, they're constantly faced with the challenge of finding enough time to actually finish what they've started. Last-Minute Knitted Gifts solves this problem. Joelle Hoverson, owner of Purl, the hip knitting supply store in downtown Manhattan, has designed more than 30 fun, fresh, beautiful patterns, most of which can be made in less than ten hours—some in as little as two! Known for her keen sense of color, Hoverson includes instructions for classic gifts like baby booties and bonnets, sweaters, and scarves, plus imaginative options like a cashmere tea cozy, a felted yoga mat bag, floor cushions, and a poncho—surely something for everyone on the gift list. And to make each present extra-special, Hoverson offers easy tips on how to incorporate knitting and other yarn embellishments into the gift wrap.
Last-Minute Survival Secrets: 128 Ingenious Tips to Endure the Coming Apocalypse and Other Minor Inconveniences
by Joey GreenLast-Minute Survival Secrets contains more than a hundred ingenious survival tips that may sound quirky at first, but really do work. Readers will discover a wide range of handy and unusual secrets to outsmart the unexpected and escape perilous situations using common, household products. Green shows how to start a campfire with potato chips, open a locked suitcase with a ballpoint pen, and prevent heatstroke with a disposable diaper. Readers will learn to build a solar cooker using cardboard and aluminum foil, a flood alarm with aspirin and a clothespin, and a wi-fi antenna with a coffee can. The book is even helpful for life's everyday disasters such as when a thunderstorm knocks out the power, the dog is sprayed by a skunk, or your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere. The book also includes interesting and goofy sidebars related to these survival tactics and fascinating trivia to keep you entertained until FEMA arrives. It's the perfect resource for armchair survivalists, budding MacGyvers, and adventurists on a budget.
Last-Minute Travel Secrets: 121 Ingenious Tips to Endure Cramped Planes, Car Trouble, Awful Hotels, and Other Trips from Hell
by Joey GreenThe golden days of complimentary in-flight champagne and cushy sleeping car coaches on the Orient Express are largely behind us. Say hello to $50 "leg room upgrade" fees and bedbug-infested hotels. What's a weary, frustrated traveler to do? Ask Joey Green for advice, that's what! A lifelong world explorer, Green has collected more than a hundred of his best travel hacks to rescue your hard-earned vacation using common, easily-found products. Some of the tips may seem goofy at first but work in a pinch. Insert tampon ear plugs and ignore the stares--enveloped in silence, you can enjoy reading this book's numerous entertaining sidebars and fascinating pieces of travel trivia, comforted in knowing that you will never see, or hear, those fellow passengers ever again.
Last Night's Reading: Illustrated Encounters with Extraordinary Authors
by Kate GavinoAn irresistible illustrated collection of charming, wise, and hilarious quotations from your favorite authorsWhy do we go to book readings? For a chance to see the authors we love come to life off the page, answering our questions and proving to be the brilliant, witty people we catch glimpses of through their work. Illustrator Kate Gavino (author of Sanpaku) captures the wonder of this experience firsthand. At every reading she attends, Kate hand-letters the event&’s most memorable quote alongside a charming portrait of the author. In Last Night&’s Reading, Kate takes us on her journey through the literary world, sharing illustrated insight from more than one hundred of today&’s greatest writers—including Zadie Smith, Junot Diaz, Lev Grossman, Elizabeth Gilbert, and many more—on topics ranging from friendship and humor to creativity and identity. A celebration of authors, reading, and bookstores, this delightful collection is an advice book like no other and a love letter to the joy of seeing your favorite author up close and personal.&“Instead of putting together a lengthy play-by-play of the event she witnessed, Gavino records the best quote, and accompanies it with a colorful sketch of the author. It sounds simple, but the results are striking and unforgettable.&” –Flavorwire"A witty love letter to the literary world." –The Boston Globe
The Last Taboo: A Survival Guide to Mental Health Care in Canada
by Julia Nunes Scott SimmieAt any given time, three million Canadians are living with some kind of mental illness. But despite its prevalence, the public and even some health practitioners are badly misinformed about its causes and treatment.This book is an essential road map to hope and recovery. It tells the reader where to get help and what pitfalls to avoid. It defines the most common forms of mental illness, discusses the advantages and drawbacks of medication, and tackles the ultimate taboo of suicide. It offers coping strategies for consumers, family members, friends, and employers, and demonstrates how they can all contribute to the recovery of a person with a mental illness. Medication and psychotherapy only go so far - housing, meaningful activity, and friendships are as crucial to recovery as any drug.In The Last Taboo, Scott Simmie recounts his own battle with a serious mental disorder, and his partner, Julia Nunes, provides a care-giver and supporter's perspective on living with a mentally ill loved-one. Throughout they include the real stories of other Canadians, who give their own perspectives on the successes and failures of the health care system.* In any given year, one in five Canadians will experience symptoms of mental disorder* The Last Taboo provides sympathetic advice and practical information on: the causes of mental disorder/mood disorders, including depression and bipolar affective disorder / anxiety disorders / substance abuse / eating disorders / personality disorders / schizophrenia / where to go for help / giving help / medication / psychotherapy / alternative medicine / stigma / suicide* Includes Appendix, Glossary, Useful Books, and Useful WebsitesFrom the Hardcover edition.
Latin American Women Writers: An Encyclopedia
by Mar Eva Paulino BuenoLatin American Women Writers: An Encyclopedia presents the lives and critical works of over 170 women writers in Latin America between the sixteenth and twentieth centuries. This features thematic entries as well as biographies of female writers whose works were originally published in Spanish or Portuguese, and who have had an impact on literary, political, and social studies.Focusing on drama, poetry, and fiction, this work includes authors who have published at least three literary texts that have had a significant impact on Latin American literature and culture. Each entry is followed by extensive bibliographic references, including primary and secondary sources.Coverage consists of critical appreciation and analysis of the writers' works. Brief biographical data is included, but the main focus is on the meanings and contexts of the works as well as their cultural and political impact. In addition to author entries, other themes are explored, such as humor in contemporary Latin American fiction, lesbian literature in Latin America, magic, realism, or mother images in Latin American literature. The aim is to provide a unique, thorough, scholarly survey of women writers and their works in Latin America. This Encyclopedia will be of interest to both to the student of literature as well as to any reader interested in understanding more about Latin American culture, literature, and how women have represented gender and national issues throughout the centuries.
Latin Biography (Routledge Revivals)
by T. A. DoreyFirst published in 1967, Latin Biography contains chapters on Nepos, Plutarch and Suetonius, the three best-known Classical biographers. There are also accounts of the less-familiar works of Q. Curtius Rufus and the author – or authors – of the Historia Augusta, and three chapters deal with the development of Latin biography in the Middle Ages. The Middle Ages were indebted to Suetonius, Shakespeare to Plutarch, Gibbon to the Historia Augusta. Since the Renaissance their methods have gradually been superseded by a more critical and scientific approach, but the ancient biographers can always claim the credit for having established biography as a major form of literature. This book will be of interest to students of literature and classical studies.
Latin for All Occasions: Lingua Latina Occasionibus Omnibus
by Henry BeardHundreds of everyday English expressions rendered into grammatically accurate, idiomatically correct classical Latin, with pronunciation guide.
Latin for Even More Occasions: Lingua Latina Multo Pluribus Occasionibus
by Henry BeardMore English expressions translated into Latin, including "Please don't squeeze the Charmin", "Erin go bragh" and "Make my day."
Latina/o Healing Practices: Mestizo and Indigenous Perspectives
by Brian W. McNeillThis edited volume focuses on the role of traditional or indigenous healers, as well as the application of traditional healing practices in contemporary counseling and therapeutic modalities with Latina/o people. The book offers a broad coverage of important topics, such as traditional healer’s views of mental/psychological health and well-being, the use of traditional healing techniques in contemporary psychotherapy, and herbal remedies in psychiatric practice. It also discusses common factors across traditional healing methods and contemporary psychotherapies, the importance of spirituality in counseling and everyday life, the application of indigenous healing practices with Latina/o undergraduates, indigenous techniques in working with perpetrators of domestic violence, and religious healing systems and biomedical models. The book is an important reference for anyone working within the general field of mental health practice and those seeking to understand culturally relevant practice with Latina/o populations.
Latinísimo: Recetas de cocina de 21 países latinoamericanos
by Sandra GutiérrezLatinísimo es una celebración de la cocina casera de América Latina —el primer libro en incluir recetas cotidianas de los veintiún países del continente— que nos llega de manos de una de las autoridades culinarias más respetadas. En esta obra monumental, Sandra A. Gutierrez comparte más de trescientas recetas cotidianas —además de incontables variaciones— que los cocineros caseros de todo el mundo querrán reproducir. Latinísimo nos ofrece recetas de Argentina, Brasil, Belice, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, República Dominicana, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, México, Nicaragua, Panamá, Paraguay, Perú, Puerto Rico, Uruguay y Venezuela. El libro está dividido en secciones —frijoles, maíz, yuca, quinoa, entre muchas otras—, y presenta la amplia despensa que conforma la base de la cocina latinoamericana. Desde las tortillas de nixtamal, el arroz con pollo y las arepas clásicas hasta el solterito, la sopa seca con albahaca a la chinchana y el pastel de Tres Leches, estas recetas reflejan el amplio y rico abanico de las tradiciones culinarias de la región. Lleno de historia y con una mirada sin fronteras, Latinísimo es un recurso esencial para cada cocina.
Latinísimo: Home Recipes from the Twenty-One Countries of Latin America: A Cookbook
by Sandra A. GutierrezAn encyclopedic cookbook (from Chiles Rellenos and Tostones to Golden Coconut Chicken and Dulce de Leche Tart) celebrating Latin American home cooking—the first to cover the day-to-day home cooking of all twenty-one nations—by one of the most respected authorities on the subject"As practical and day-to-day useful as it is revelatory . . . A book to treasure today and to pass on to a new generation of cooks tomorrow.&” —Dorie Greenspan, New York Times bestselling cookbook authorIn this monumental work, culinary expert Sandra A. Gutierrez shares more than three hundred everyday dishes—plus countless variations—that home cooks everywhere will want to replicate. Divided by ingredient—Beans, Corn, Yuca, Quinoa, and almost two dozen more—and featuring an extensive pantry section that establishes the fundamentals of Latin American cooking, Latinísimo brings together real recipes from home cooks in Argentina, Brazil, Belize, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, and Venezuela.Recipes include: •Tortillas de Nixtamal (Fresh Masa Tortillas)•Arroz con Pollo (Chicken and Rice)•Arepas Clásicas (Classic Arepas) •Solterito (Lima Bean, Corn, and Tomato Salad)•Sopa Seca con Albahaca à la Chinchana (One-Pot Spaghetti with Achiote and Basil)•Pastel de Tres Leches (Tres Leches Cake)And much, much more These are recipes that reflect the incredible breadth and richness of the culinary traditions of the region. Sweeping in its scope, and filled with history and stories, Latinísimo is an utterly essential resource for every kitchen.
Latino Athletes
by Ian C. FriedmanA book about 175 Latinos who have made significant accomplishments in athletics in the U.S. and the world.
Latter-day Saint Family Encyclopedia
by Christopher Kimball Bigelow Jonathan LangfordA home reference guide to key terms in Mormon culture.A one-volume compendium of Mormon culture, this handy reference book covers key doctrinal terms, beliefs, ordinances, church history and growth, and more. You’ll find extensive entries on the prophets and personalities from all four standard works accepted by the church, and many interesting anecdotes and facts on a wide array of topics. Teens and adults will appreciate the fresh, innovative approach this encyclopedia takes as it culls the vast sea of LDS information available into a manageable book suitable for the whole family.
Laughing Classroom: Everyone's Guide to Teaching with Humor and Play
by Diane Loomans Karen J. KolbergWhat distinguishes a boring classroom from a learning classroom? Laughter. This book helps move teachers from a ?limiting" teaching style to a ?laughing" style that inspires creativity and helps students learn faster and better. Cowritten by a former educator and the founder of a comedy improvisation company, The Laughing Classroom helps teachers ? and parents ? make learning fun while instilling self-esteem, solid work habits, and the joy of learning in children. Suggested activities involve silly songs, special dress days, vocabulary-building, observation, communication, social skills, and self-expression. The book gives teachers 50 ways to say ?you did OK," 15 play breaks, and humorous homework assignments to make the task fun. This edition includes a new introduction by the authors and a foreword by veteran comedian Steve Allen.
Launch Your Life
by Kenny SilvaGrowing up is hard to do--especially when, technically, you're already grown up. You yearn for the days when you could play with your toys and retire to your bedroom for a much needed nap. You were fed, you were clothed, but now you're left to figure it all out on your own. Now that you're twenty-something, there are so many things that you need to do, and seemingly, no one to tell you how. . . until now. Launch Your Life is a practical guide to navigating life's twists and turns, and to achieving success in all you do. You'll social network with the best of them, write a killer resume, land an interview, and transition into the working world with ease. You'll also deal with changing relationships with friends and family, you'll pray hard, grow in your faith, and you'll even learn to turn your failures into future successes. With Launch Your Life you'll be prepared, organized, and ready to set yourself up for a smooth transition into your new life of independence. Features include:Two interior pockets to keep papers, receipts, and notes scribbled on napkinsBlank calendar and note pages to jot notes and juggle appointmentsPlastic slots to hold business cards Chapter dividers to help you quickly find what you need A built-in elastic band to help you keep it all togetherAs one who is passionate about doing life and ministry with young adults, I'm always looking for resources to recommend. Launch Your Life made me stand up and cheer with excitement as there is nothing like it out on the market. The helpful checklists as well as the tell-it-like-it-is honest truth about LIFE will guide and direct young adults to do what the book promises: launch into adulthood, fully prepared. I can't recommend this book enough. If you are ready to jump into the real world, Launch Your Life by Kenny Silva is a must read.~Sarah Francis Martin, author of Stress Point: Thriving Through Your Twenties In A Decade Of Drama
Laurence Sterne: The Critical Heritage (Critical Heritage Ser.)
by Alan B. HowesFirst published in 1995. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Laurence Sterne and the Visual Imagination
by W.B. GerardThe first full-length and comprehensive study of the illustrations of Sterne's work, this book explores the ability of Sterne's texts to inspire the visual imagination. It helps to explain why scores of editions of his fiction have been illustrated, some profusely: to fulfill the reader's desire, as well as the artist's compulsion, to visualize Sterne's words. Gerard places his subject in a clear and innovative theoretical framework which opens the field to general word and image studies. The author begins by examining the distinct varieties of pictorialism in Sterne's texts. The remainder of the study takes into account three remarkable series of illustrations-representing Trim reading the sermon, didactic sentimentalism in A Sentimental Journey and Henry Mackenzie's Man of Feeling, and the many and diverse portrayals of 'poor Maria' - to demonstrate the ways in which culture projects these texts differently through the various artists.
The Law (In Plain English)
by Leonard D. DuBoff Amanda Bryan“Leonard DuBoff has the unique talent to expose the simplicity in what might seem complicated and intimidating. I can give no higher praise.” —Kelvin Scribner, CEO, Sagetech Corporation In The Law (in Plain English)® for Small Business, Fifth Edition, Leonard DuBoff and Amanda Bryan guide entrepreneurs and small business owners through the maze of legal obligations and protections they need to understand. This handbook makes planning and problem-solving easy with its clear explanations of complex issues. Chapters cover important topics such as: LicensesTrademarksInsurance plansFranchisingIncorporatingAdvertisingeBusiness considerationsTaxesSuccession planningWhether one is just about to open a small business, reassessing an existing business, or simply have a few questions, The Law (in Plain English)® for Small Business, Fifth Edition, is the go-to resource for small business owners and entrepreneurs.
The Law: A Guide for the Food and Beverage Industry (In Plain English)
by Leonard D. DuBoff Christy A. KingLearn the ins-and-outs of the law—for restaurant owners, catering services, pubs, bars, and more!The Law (In Plain English)® for Restaurants is a comprehensive guide to working in the food and beverage industry. It looks at the business of running a restaurant, catering service, brewpub, wine tasting room, or bar, and clarifies the laws affecting those types of business. This title is a down-to-earth guide to the critical legal information that owners and managers of food and beverage businesses—and those who dream of owning or managing such a business—need to know. This book is as useful for those whose new business is still in the planning stages as it is for established food and beverage businesses. Topics include how to protect your trade secrets—including your recipes, tax rules for tips, the pros and cons of different types of business entities, borrowing money, going public, franchises, multilevel marketing opportunities, trademarks, leases, copyrights, patents, hiring and firing, writing a business plan, advertising, use of social media, insurance, collections, product liability and liability for the actions of customers who have had too much to drink, retirement plans, warranties and estate planning, ways to reduce income tax legally, as well as how to find the right lawyer and accountant for your business. While this book is not intended to replace the reader&’s lawyer, it offers a clear, concise, and &“plain English&” overview of many of the legal issues relevant to those in the food and beverage industry.
The Law: A Guide for Selling Arts and Crafts (In Plain English)
by Leonard D. DuBoff Christopher PereaAn Essential Reference for Sellers of Arts and Crafts In The Law (in Plain English)® for Galleries, Third Edition, Leonard DuBoff and Christopher Perea walk readers through the legal intricacies of selling arts and crafts. This helpful guide provides clear explanations and examples of real cases to furnish readers with a strong understanding of their obligations and vulnerabilities. Updated to reflect recent changes in the market and technology, this new edition is the go-to guide for all aspects of running a gallery. Chapters cover a wide range of topics, including: Organizing a businessFranchisingWorking with employees and contractorsSelling piecesContractsArtists&’ and galleries&’ rightsCatalogs and online salesCopyright and trademarkCustomer relationsProduct liabilityFiling taxesEstate planning Gallerists, artists, craftspeople, and anyone else interested in the buying and selling of arts and crafts must have this book in their libraries.
The Law (In Plain English)
by Leonard D. DuBoff Sarah J. Tugman&“If you&’re a professional photographer, you must own this book.&” —David Hume Kennerly, Pulitzer Prize winner, former White House photographer, University of Arizona presidential scholar The All-in-One Resource for Photographers at All Levels In The Law (in Plain English)® for Photographers, Leonard D. DuBoff and Sarah J. Tugman walk readers through the legal landscape of the photography business. In easy-to-understand terms and with plenty of examples, this comprehensive resource covers everything from organizing a business to privacy rights to copyright questions. Clearly outlined chapters will help readers to:Comprehend intellectual property lawsIdentify defamation and libelDistinguish rights of privacy and publicityNavigate censorship and obscenity rulesUnderstand photo licenses and restrictionsOrganize a photography businessDraft strong contracts and resolve disputesProperly file taxes and take advantage of deductionsSelect and utilize insurance plansPrepare an estate plan To master the legal side of the business, all photographers need to have this essential guide in their libraries.