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I'd Rather Do Chemo Than Clean Out the Garage: Choosing Laughter Over Tears (I'd Rather Do Chemo Than Clean Out The Garage Ser.)
by Fran Di GiacomoAn inspiring and witty memoir by a woman battling cancer—with laughter.Fran Di Giacomo made it through one case of cancer at forty—then got hit with a worse case in her fifties. Tired of the somber, weepy books she kept getting from well-meaning friends, she stumbled upon a book that made her laugh out loud—and realized that was what she&’d been missing. Laughter felt good—and that was how she wanted to feel.Inspired, she wrote this unique memoir, an unsentimental, sharply funny take on her experience—including her favorite techniques for shamelessly exploiting the chemo lifestyle. She reveals the way that indulging her sense of humor not only kept her sane during the hardest moments, but also allowed her to continue her successful career as an artist, even through thirteen hospitalizations, ten surgeries, and constant chemotherapy. Her book is terrifically entertaining—as her oncologist warns in the foreword, you should avoid reading it in the immediate postoperative period due to the risk of popping a suture. It can also help other cancer patients, or anyone dealing with hardship, to cultivate a zesty enthusiasm for life and empower themselves to keep fighting.
Black Chokeberry (Black Chokeberry Ser.)
by Martha NelsonIn a town in upstate New York, three women come together at crisis points in their lives—just when they need each other most…Ellen, Ruby, and Frances are all neighbors in the small town of Oswego in upstate New York. Ellen has just moved back from Nashville, depressed over the end of her marriage. Ruby peeks out her window at the world outside, stages solo performances along with the kitchen radio, and monitors every bite of food that goes into her mouth. Disaster strikes when Ruby pays Ellen a neighborly visit—and winds up in the hospital after Ellen&’s dog knocks her down the front steps. These two will soon unite with Frances to form a trio—sharing joy and pain as they work together to surmount the devastations of divorce, illness, death, storms, and accidents in order to create a new beginning for them all. Along the way, they will teach each other the transforming powers of good food, music, and the value of loving a faithful dog, as they learn to cope—and to love one another.
Just Treats, No Tricks: Bewitching Quilts and More to Celebrate Autumn
by Betsy ChutchianLearn to create these quilts and crafts to decorate your home in its finest for fall.A colorful patch of pumpkins, a fanciful bat make-do pincushion, and more cast a bewitching spell in this celebration of autumn joys. Whether you love fall for its warm palette of hues or its festive celebration of Halloween, you will find the perfect project to warm your home throughout the season. Inspired by her longtime love of Halloween, quilt designer Betsy Chutchian has assembled a diverse array of creative treats, ranging from quilts big and small to a striking orange-and-black diamond table runner and whimsical wool appliqué chair pads. Bonus projects include antique quilts in Betsy&’s collection that inspired some of the featured projects as well as a charming pumpkin handbag, a simple yet striking fabric-covered journal, and a clever pincushion crafted from an antique matchbook holder. Betsy also shares her time-tested tips for decking the halls in fall flair.
The Escape Artists: A Band of Daredevil Pilots and the Greatest Prison Break of the Great War
by Neal BascombThis &“fast-paced account&” of WWI airmen who escaped Germany&’s most notorious POW camp is &“expertly narrated&” by the New York Times bestselling author (Kirkus, starred review). During World War I, Allied soldiers might avoid death only to find themselves in the abominable conditions of Germany&’s many prison camps. The most infamous was Holzminden, a land-locked Alcatraz that housed the most escape-prone officers. Its commandant was a boorish tyrant named Karl Niemeyer, who swore that none should ever leave. Desperate to break out of &“Hellminden&”, a group of Allied prisoners hatch an audacious escape plan that requires a risky feat of engineering as well as a bevy of disguises, forged documents, and fake walls—not to mention steely resolve and total secrecy. Once beyond the watchtowers and round-the-clock patrols, they are then faced with a 150-mile dash through enemy-occupied territory toward free Holland. Drawing on never-before-seen memoirs and letters, historian Neal Bascomb &“has unearthed a remarkable piece of hidden history, and told it perfectly. The story brims with adventure, suspense, daring, and heroism&” (David Grann, New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon).
Churchill: Visionary. Statesman. Historian.
by John Lukacs&“Lukacs convincingly portrays a leader of an empire in irreversible decline and a towering, if flawed, hero of our time.&”—Publishers Weekly In previous works, John Lukacs told the story of Winston Churchill&’s titanic struggle with Adolf Hitler in the early days of World War II. Now, he turns his attention to the man himself, the workings of his historical imagination, and his successes and failures as a visionary statesman. Chapter by chapter, Lukacs assesses Churchill&’s vital relationships with Stalin, Roosevelt, and Eisenhower; his complex, farsighted political vision concerning the coming of WWII and the Cold War; his abilities as a historian looking backward into the origins of the conflicts of which he was so much a part; and the often contradictory ways in which he has been perceived by critics and admirers alike. In addition, Lukacs describes his three days spent in London attending Churchill&’s funeral in 1965. &“Superb…[a] tour de force.&”—Foreign Affairs &“Lukacs&’ ability to meld the scholarly with the popular is much in evidence here.&”—Booklist
Running Stitches: A Quilting Cozy (A\quilting Cozy Ser.)
by Carol Dean JonesAt a peaceful retirement community, a resident juggles crafts with crimesolving…includes a bonus quilt pattern! Sarah Miller is enjoying her newfound passion for quilting at the Cunningham Village retirement community, as well as her friendship with Charles—even though she&’s not sure she&’s ready for romance again and still feels a bit disloyal to her late husband when she&’s in Charles&’s company. As it turns out, life in a senior community isn&’t as uneventful as she might have thought. A neighbor of Sarah&’s who went to prison some time back after accidentally killing his brother has escaped—and shown up asking for help from Sarah. Now she and her friends are getting entangled in some perilous aiding and abetting—and trying to find a missing girl…
The Misadventures of Nero Wolfe: Parodies and Pastiches Featuring the Great Detective of West 35th Street
by Lawrence Block John Lescroart Marvin Kaye Mack Reynolds Loren D. Estleman Jon L. Breen Robert Goldsborough Robert Lopresti Marion Mainwaring Dave Zeltserman Thomas Narcejac Patrick Butler William Brittain O. X. Rusett Frank Littler Michael Bracken Joseph GoodrichStories that pay tribute to Rex Stout&’s legendary private detective by Lawrence Block, Loren D. Estleman, John Lescroart, Robert Goldsborough, and more. If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then Nero Wolfe and Archie Goodwin have been widely flattered almost from the moment Rex Stout first wrote about them in 1934. The Misadventures of Nero Wolfe collects two dozen literary tributes to one of crime fiction&’s best-loved private detectives and his Man Friday. Included are: A 1947 pastiche by award-winning crime writer Thomas NarcejacRollicking new stories written especially for this collection by Michael Bracken and Robert LoprestiStories by bestselling authors including Lawrence Block and Loren D. EstlemanChapters from Robert Goldsborough&’s authorized continuation of the Wolfe series; Marion Mainwaring&’s 1955 tour de force Murder in Pastiche; and John Lescroart&’s Rasputin&’s Revenge, which reimagines a young Wolfe as the son of Sherlock Holmes Also featuring a reminiscence from Rex Stout&’s daughter, this is a treasury of witty and suspenseful crime writing for every fan of the portly private detective.
Basil Wilson Duke, CSA: The Right Man in the Right Place
by Gary Robert MatthewsThe first biography of &“one of Kentucky&’s best Confederates . . . [who] became a good citizen working for reconciliation between North and South.&”—The Post and Courier After practicing law for several years in St. Louis, Basil Wilson Duke (1838-1916) enlisted in the Confederate army in 1861 and was elected first lieutenant of John Hunt Morgan&’s legendary cavalry unit. As second in command, he was, Morgan recorded, &“wise in counsel, gallant in the field,&” and always &“the right man in the right place.&” Duke was twice wounded in battle and was captured during Morgan&’s Great Raid and held prisoner for over a year. When Morgan, who was also Duke&’s brother-in-law, was killed in 1864, Duke was promoted to brigadier general and appointed commander of Morgan&’s men. Moving to join forces with those of Gen. Joseph E. Johnston&’s army in North Carolina, he was assigned to the force escorting Jefferson Davis in his retreat from Richmond at the close of the war. Basil Wilson Duke, CSA, the definitive biography of this important but often overlooked figure in Civil War history, establishes that Duke was in fact the brilliant tactician behind much of the success of Morgan&’s cavalry. Author Gary Robert Matthews not only offers an in-depth study of Duke&’s celebrated Civil War exploits but also traces his varied postwar literary, legal, and political careers. &“Fascinating . . . a vividly written story about a modest Southern gentleman in which the reader may come to his own conclusion that Basil W. Duke was the power behind Morgan&’s so-called military genius.&”—Edison H. Thomas, author of John Hunt Morgan and His Raiders
The Happy Isles of Oceania: Paddling the Pacific
by Paul TherouxThe author of The Great Railway Bazaar explores the South Pacific by kayak: &“This exhilarating epic ranks with [his] best travel books&” (Publishers Weekly). In one of his most exotic and adventuresome journeys, travel writer Paul Theroux embarks on an eighteen-month tour of the South Pacific, exploring fifty-one islands by collapsible kayak. Beginning in New Zealand's rain forests and ultimately coming to shore thousands of miles away in Hawaii, Theroux paddles alone over isolated atolls, through dirty harbors and shark-filled waters, and along treacherous coastlines. Along the way, Theroux meets the king of Tonga, encounters street gangs in Auckland, and investigates a cargo cult in Vanuatu. From Australia to Tahiti, Fiji, Easter Island, and beyond, this exhilarating tropical epic is full of disarming observations and high adventure.
Hide in the Dark
by Frances Noyes HartAt a manor in Maryland, thirteen guests gather to celebrate Halloween—but before the party is over, only twelve are left alive . . . Halloween night, 1928. It has been years since a group of friends, all of them witty, well-dressed, and wealthy, have gathered at the house known as Lady Court—and since one of their own died tragically young. But despite the haunting memory of poor Sylvia and the secrets still lurking among them, the old friends&’ appear to be in high spirits. Amid the laughter, they play holiday-themed games, one of which requires the lights to be turned off. It is during this brief darkness that one of their party is murdered.Now, as a storm rages and knocks the telephone line out, the atmosphere of fun and flirtation turns to fear, and the rest of the night will be spent trying to unmask a killer . . . &“Hart . . . has inlaid her mystery with a filigree of wit and romance.&” —Time
Solar Lottery
by Philip K. DickFrom the acclaimed author of Ubik—in the future, Earth&’s leader is randomly chosen by a computer, but some are unwilling to leave everything to chance.In 2203 anyone can become the ruler of the solar system. There are no elections, no interviews, no prerequisites whatsoever—it all comes down to the random turns of a giant wheel. But when a new Quizmaster takes over, the old one still keeps some rights, namely the right to hire an unending stream of assassins to attempt to kill the new leader.In the wake of the most recent change in leadership, employees of the former ruler scurry to find an assassin who can get past telepathic guards. But when one employee switches sides, troubling facts about the lottery system come to light, and it just might not be possible for anyone to win.&“Built up with the detail of a Heinlein and the satire of a Kornbluth.&”—Anthony Boucher, author of The Case of the Crumpled Knave
Lodge: An Indoorsy Tour of America's National Parks
by Kathryn O'Shea-Evans Max HumphreyMax Humphrey shines a light on 10 rustic National Park lodges in all their airy, timeworn splendor. No historic photos here; the images of the architecture and interiors are as they look today, highlighting these storied places in a fresh, alluring way. Sure, the lobbies are the main stage, but Humphrey touches on grand dining rooms, guest rooms, and rustic canteens alike. He writes about the buildings themselves in terms of the historical goings-on at the time, why they were built, and the players involved, highlighting notable architectural moments and period-specific furnishings. A smattering of pop culture history adds extra bursts of levity throughout.
Accused: The Unsolved Murder of Elizabeth Andes
by Amber Hunt Amanda RossmannTranscripts from the popular true-crime podcast tell the story of one of Ohio&’s infamous cold cases: the fatal stabbing of a Miami University graduate. When Elizabeth Andes was found bound, stabbed, and strangled in her Ohio apartment in 1978, police and prosecutors decided within hours it was an open-and-shut case. Within days, Bob Young, a 23-year-old football player who&’d found his college sweetheart&’s lifeless body on their bedroom floor, was charged with her murder. To this day, police and prosecutors still say they had the right guy—even though two juries, one criminal and one civil, disagreed, and Young walked away a free man. Beth&’s case went cold. Nearly four decades later, two Cincinnati reporters re-examined the murder and discovered that law enforcement ignored leads that might have uncovered who really killed Beth Andes. It wasn&’t that there weren&’t other people to look at. There were plenty. But no one bothered . . . until now. &“A must-read for true crime fans, as well as people with even just a passing interest in the machinations of the legal system.&”—The True Crime Files
State of Terror: The War Against ISIS
by The Washington PostA collection of articles on how ISIS took over a region the size of the UK, sparked a humanitarian crisis, and developed into a global threat. With coordinated attacks in Paris and the downing of a Russian passenger plane, the Islamic State (ISIS) declared war on the wider world, galvanizing new calls for an intensified global response. The Washington Post spent a year tracking the political and military spread of ISIS—investigating its roots and chronicling what life is really like for the people under its rule. Kevin Sullivan, a senior correspondent for the paper, conducted a series of interviews, often in secret, with people who have fled the &“Caliphate.&” Other correspondents, including Souad Mekhennet and Loveday Morris, spoke with those still inside. What they discovered is that, while world leaders watched, the Islamic State instituted a brutal, tiered society, in which the faithful are given control, in which women are in constant danger, and wherein dissent is met with swift and deadly retribution. This is the inside story of how ISIS combined the bloodiest aspects of religion, terrorism and statehood and became a global threat.
Fearless: Awakening to My Life's Purpose Through Breast Cancer (Fearless Ser.)
by Maimah S. KarmoOne woman&’s memoir of getting a cancer diagnosis at age thirty-two—and how rediscovering her faith in God carried her through to a second chance at life. A breast cancer diagnosis at age thirty-two left Maimah Karmo&’s world shattered. She was the survivor of civil unrest in Liberia, a college-educated corporate professional, and a dedicated mother to her daughter—breast cancer was not part of the plan. How could this happen? With the help of family and friends, Maimah uncovered her own strength, rediscovered her faith in God, and navigated a completely foreign medical world. Through this struggle to reclaim her body and her soul, she learned what was truly important in life—and she didn&’t stop there. During recovery, Maimah took a leap of faith and founded the Tigerlily Foundation, an organization that supports young women before, during, and after breast cancer. She had lived through her own journey; now she wanted to help others do the same. This inspiring account covers Maimah&’s journey through an exceptional childhood to her experience with cancer that would change her life forever. It is not only a story of love and determination, but also of what can happen when you are given a second chance at life. Fearless illustrates that even when a situation appears to be impossible, true faith—in yourself, in God, and in those you love—will lead you toward the life you always wanted, the life you have a reason to fight for.
The Crack in Space: A Novel
by Philip K. DickThe discovery of mysterious gateway leads to a new world full of dangerous possibilities in this science fiction tale from an iconic author. When a repairman accidentally finds a parallel universe, everyone sees it as an opportunity, whether as a way to ease Earth&’s overcrowding, set up a personal kingdom, or hide an inconvenient mistress. But when a civilization is found already living there, the people on this side of the crack are sent scrambling to discover their motives. Will these parallel humans come in peace, or are they just as corrupt and ill-intentioned as the people of this world?&“Dick&’s best books always describe a future that is both entirely recognizable and utterly unimaginable.&”—The New York Times Book Review
Forefathers & Founding Fathers
by Michael GortonA novel based on the forgotten historical figures who ensured the triumph of democracy in the country that would become America. A Global eBook Awards Gold Medal Winner In the early colonies, this country was on the precipice of becoming an autocratic theocracy. A century and a half before Jefferson and Adams, the battle for democracy, freedom, and equal rights was sparked by a few people who are now lost and forgotten pieces of history. Travel back to 1620s London, where hardworking and creative Samuel met Mary, a unique and highly educated woman. Their journey would lead them to the colonies, where they were ostracized and sentenced to death for introducing the fundamental principles modern Americans hold dear. This fast-paced historical fiction will make you question your understanding of the founding years of this free nation. These pioneers created the template our founding fathers used to build America. Forefathers & Founding Fathers is an adventure, a love story, and a tale of great persistence—a tale that every American should know and yet most do not. This expanded second edition explores even further into the lives of these impactful figures, giving a deeper perspective on their sacrifices and devotion to this country.
WineWise: Your Complete Guide To Understanding, Selecting, And Enjoying Wine
by Steven Kolpan Brian H. Smith Michael A. WeissThe James Beard Award-winning classic &“for beginners or professionals who want all the facts and stories in a concise, easy-to-follow format&” (Laura Maniec, owner, Corkbuzz Wine Studio). Now completely revised and updated, this new edition of the essential consumer guide to wine features all the most current information for today&’s wine landscape. The authors, longtime wine educators at The Culinary Institute of America, have added all the latest and most relevant information to their award-winning book, including new picks for the best regional producers, off-the-beaten-path finds, and bargain bottles. With a practical, anti-snob attitude, the emphasis is always on enjoying wine to the fullest in real-world scenarios and getting the best value for your dollar, whether splurging on a special-occasion bottle or deciding on your own &“house&” wine. All the basics are covered, including the major wine grapes, flavor profiles, and decoding labels, plus up-to-date information on established and up-and-coming regions, advice on pairing wine with everything from Korean short ribs to all-American burgers, opinions on wine gadgets (yea or nay?), and more. Cheers! &“Reading WineWise is like having a great conversation about my favorite topic—wine! Enjoy exploring the diverse wine regions and then finish with how to pair wines with food. The ideas and thoughts behind the wine and food pairing chapters just make plain sense, and, of course, you may need another glass of wine.&”—Bruce Cakebread, president, Cakebread Cellars &“Nothing pretentious here. WineWise is fun, friendly, and packed with information on wines of the world, particularly ones that won&’t break the bank.&”—Tara Q. Thomas, executive editor, Wine & Spirits
Jack the Ripper & the London Press
by L. Perry Curtis Jr.&“Breaks new ground in its examination of the role of newspaper reporting during the police hunt for the first notorious serial killer.&”—Reviews in History Press coverage of the 1888 mutilation murders attributed to Jack the Ripper was of necessity filled with gaps and silences, for the killer remained unknown and Victorian journalists had little experience reporting serial murders and sex crimes. This engrossing book examines how fourteen London newspapers—dailies and weeklies, highbrow and lowbrow—presented the Ripper news, in the process revealing much about the social, political, and sexual anxieties of late Victorian Britain and the role of journalists in reinforcing social norms. L. Perry Curtis surveys the mass newspaper culture of the era, delving into the nature of sensationalism and the conventions of domestic murder news. Analyzing the fourteen newspapers—two of which emanated from the East End, where the murders took place—he shows how journalists played on the fears of readers about law and order by dwelling on lethal violence rather than sex, offering gruesome details about knife injuries but often withholding some of the more intimate details of the pelvic mutilations. He also considers how the Ripper news affected public perceptions of social conditions in Whitechapel. &“The apparently motiveless violence of the Whitechapel killings denied journalists a structure, and it is the resulting creativity in news reporting that L Perry Curtis Jr describes. His impressive book makes a genuine contribution to 19th-century history in a way that books addressing the banal question of the identity of the Ripper do not.&”—The Guardian
When Books Went to War: The Stories That Helped Us Win World War II
by Molly Guptill ManningThis New York Times bestselling account of books parachuted to soldiers during WWII is a &“cultural history that does much to explain modern America&” (USA Today). When America entered World War II in 1941, we faced an enemy that had banned and burned 100 million books. Outraged librarians launched a campaign to send free books to American troops, gathering 20 million hardcover donations. Two years later, the War Department and the publishing industry stepped in with an extraordinary program: 120 million specially printed paperbacks designed for troops to carry in their pockets and rucksacks in every theater of war.These small, lightweight Armed Services Editions were beloved by the troops and are still fondly remembered today. Soldiers read them while waiting to land at Normandy, in hellish trenches in the midst of battles in the Pacific, in field hospitals, and on long bombing flights. This pioneering project not only listed soldiers&’ spirits, but also helped rescue The Great Gatsby from obscurity and made Betty Smith, author of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, into a national icon.&“A thoroughly engaging, enlightening, and often uplifting account . . . I was enthralled and moved.&” — Tim O&’Brien, author of The Things They Carried &“Whether or not you&’re a book lover, you&’ll be moved.&” — Entertainment Weekly
When Hollywood Came to Utah
by James V. D'ArcFor more than 100 years, the magnificent scenery and locales of Utah have played host to hundreds of Hollywood films and TV episodes, including memorable films such as The Searchers, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Planet of the Apes, Easy Rider, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Thelma & Louise, and Forrest Gump. This book gives readers the inside scoop on how these films were made, what happened on and off set, and more. Author and film historian James V. D’Arc provides a wealth of trivial factoids for movie buffs, including anecdotes about the interactions of Utah locals with actors and crew. New and updated text and photos have been added to the previous edition (When Hollywood Came to Town) to bring this edition up to date with movies and TV shows filmed in Utah since 2010.
Patchwork Connections: A Quilting Cozy (A\quilting Cozy Ser. #4)
by Carol Dean JonesA retired widow is taking on new challenges—like managing a quilt shop, and solving a dangerous mystery…Pattern included! Sarah Miller is a survivor, and she&’s intent on making the most of her new life in the Cunningham Village retirement community, after coping with widowhood and other losses in the past. She&’s involved in a budding romance and has made new friends, like Ruth, who wants Sarah to manage her quilt shop while she&’s away caring for her ailing mother in her Amish community—not something newbie quilter Sarah feels fully prepared for. At least she can bring her dog, Barney, for company. Sarah&’s daughter, Martha, has also begun to play a larger role in her life—but unfortunately, she brings an impending danger along with her…
Surrounded by Enemies: A Breakpoint Novel (The Breakpoint Novels #1)
by Bryce ZabelFor fans of Harry Turtledove, page-turning history meets political thriller in an alternative history novel that asks, What if JFK survived Dallas? President John F. Kennedy has lived through the ambush in Dealey Plaza. America holds its collective breath, seeing its president nearly executed in broad daylight. But as the country marches on, the office of the President finds itself under a much more insidious type of fire. Political scandal, an endless war, and a country coming apart at the seams take the 1960s in a terrifying new direction, and both John and his attorney-general brother, Bobby, struggle to stay ahead of their enemies, political and otherwise, and steer America toward a greater future…. Bryce Zabel is a master of the cover-up and the conspiracy, creating the sci-fi/alternative history series Dark Skies. Surrounded by Enemies is the first novel in the new Breakpoint series—each book exploring seminal moments in popular history and taking readers on a journey into a mirror world where events are both unexpected yet startlingly believable.WINNER OF THE 2013 SIDEWISE AWARD FOR ALTERNATE HISTORY &“I have some experience with shattered timelines and altered realities but this one kept me guessing every page.&”—Damon Lindelof, screenwriter & creator of Watchmen TV series &“Plausible development, building from what we know about what really did go on, and a whacking good story…Surrounded by Enemies delivers on both, big-time. So hold on to your hats, folks. You&’re in for quite a ride.&”—Harry Turtledove, alternative history author, Alpha and Omega
Savage Highway
by Richard GodwinHunting for truth, justice, or missing persons could get you killed in this gritty suspense thriller from the author of The Pure and the Hated. On a remote highway in Arizona women are disappearing at truck stops. Journalist Johnny Sullivan travels to the area to investigate. He encounters hitchhiker Patty, who is being hunted by violent trucker Red. Patty tells Johnny of the local myth of the maniac trucker. Johnny also meets Valentino de La Cruz, a mysterious Mexican who is looking for his missing sister. Valentino is having an affair with Natasha, the wife of recently murdered businessman, Theodore Mills, whose wealth funds the corrupt police force in the area. The local highway patrol is run by sexually sadistic Sam Roche and Franklin Norman, and they want to put an end to Johnny&’s snooping. Marshall Simmons knows a lot about the goings on in the area, and has a young woman captive in a house. He is reprogramming her identity. Meanwhile Johnny discovers that serial killer Donald Lake disappeared in the area years ago while in transit between prisons. And it seems he had police help. Getting closer to the truth could prove dangerous….&“One of those irresistible hard-boiled reads that&’s reminiscent of old school black and white noir.&”—Vincent Zandri, New York Times–bestselling author of Orchard Grove. &“Exceptional writer…crackling dialogue…dazzling. Read him.&”—Luke Rhinehart, bestselling author of The Dice Man &“The road novel from hell… a surrealist inferno that makes Dante's version look like a Rotary breakfast.&”—Castle Freeman Jr., author of the Devil in the Valley
Webster's New World: Spanish Grammar Handbook (Webster's New World)
by Gail SteinThis definitive guide to Spanish grammar covers all aspects of spoken and written Spanish from essential vocabulary to tense and mood conjugations. Webster&’s New World: Spanish Grammer Handbook is an essential resource for any Spanish language learner. Divided into fifteen chapters, it covers everything from basic necessities such as numbers, dates, and weather, to more complex forms of expression such as comparisons, idioms, and the subjunctive mood. Covering vocabulary, conjugation, tenses, moods, and much more, this complete guide will help you hone your Spanish speaking and writing skills. Organized so you can proceed at your own pace and review as needed, Webster's New World Spanish Grammar Handbook helps you progress from vocabulary to proficiency so you can communicate confidently in both social and business situations.