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The Metamorphosis & Other Stories (Signature Editions)
by Franz KafkaFranz Kafka's bizarrely comedic meditation on human feelings of inadequacy, guilt, and isolation expressed through the story of a man who is transformed overnight into a giant beetle, now repackaged with a beautifully designed jacket by noted illustrator Malika Favre. Only yesterday, Gregor Samsa was a meek salesman, browbeaten by his unappreciative employer and depended on fiercely by his ungrateful family. This morning, Gregor awakens to discover that, overnight, he has been transformed into a monstrous insect. First published in 1915, Kafka&’s best-known tale has inspired numerous interpretations for more than a century and helped to establish the term &“Kafkaesque&” as a reference to a bizarre and nightmarish experience. This collection of his short fiction, in a new translation, includes more than thirty of his short stories and sketches, including &“In the Penal Colony,&” &“The Stoker,&” &“The Judgment,&” &“A Country Doctor,&” &“A Hunger Artist,&” and more.
Coconut: The Complete Guide to the World's Most Versatile Superfood (Superfoods for Life)
by Stephanie PedersenPerfect for dishes both savory and sweet, coconut is delicious—and even better, it's a nutritional powerhouse, with health benefits that range from preventing dehydration to stabilizing blood sugar to increasing immunity. Find out how to choose, use, and store every bit of the coconut—the meat, the water, the oil—along with more than 75 recipes that include coolers, smoothies, hot and cold cereals, baked goods (muffins, breads, bars), chilis, soups, stews, lunch bowls (like Mexicali Quinoa Pilaf), salads, sandwiches, snacks, spreads, dips, dinners, desserts, and so much more. Informative sidebars provide interesting facts and background.
Public Policy: A Concise Introduction (Public Administration For Public Health Ser.)
by Sara R. Rinfret Denise L. Scheberle Michelle C. PautzPublic Policy: A Concise Introduction, Second Edition by Sara R. Rinfret, Denise Scheberle and Michelle C. Pautz, is a student-friendly textbook that connects responsible citizens to the world through a contemporary examination of the fundamentals of American public policy. The authors help both majors and non-majors foster their analytical skills early and then spend the rest of the semester discussing the policy issues, data, and events that matter most to them. The Second Edition has been updated to include how we can collectively use public policy to raise individuals from the margins and address inequities that exist in our system. Recent policy questions include: "How do we shape our country′s health care system?", "How do we address increases in costs of tuition?", and "Did the COVID-19 pandemic positively or negatively shape our public education system?"
Public Policy: A Concise Introduction (Public Administration For Public Health Ser.)
by Sara R. Rinfret Denise L. Scheberle Michelle C. PautzPublic Policy: A Concise Introduction, Second Edition by Sara R. Rinfret, Denise Scheberle and Michelle C. Pautz, is a student-friendly textbook that connects responsible citizens to the world through a contemporary examination of the fundamentals of American public policy. The authors help both majors and non-majors foster their analytical skills early and then spend the rest of the semester discussing the policy issues, data, and events that matter most to them. The Second Edition has been updated to include how we can collectively use public policy to raise individuals from the margins and address inequities that exist in our system. Recent policy questions include: "How do we shape our country′s health care system?", "How do we address increases in costs of tuition?", and "Did the COVID-19 pandemic positively or negatively shape our public education system?"
The New York Times Book of Medicine: More than 150 Years of Reporting on the Evolution of Medicine
by Gina KolataToday we live longer, healthier lives than ever before in history—a transformation due almost entirely to tremendous advances in medicine. This change is so profound, with many major illnesses nearly wiped out, that its hard now to imagine what the world was like in 1851, when the New York Times began publishing. Treatments for depression, blood pressure, heart disease, ulcers, and diabetes came later; antibiotics were nonexistent, viruses unheard of, and no one realized yet that DNA carried blueprints for life or the importance of stem cells. Edited by award-winning writer Gina Kolata, this eye-opening collection of 150 articles from the New York Times archive charts the developing scientific insights and breakthroughs into diagnosing and treating conditions like typhoid, tuberculosis, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimers, and AIDS, and chronicles the struggles to treat mental illness and the enormous success of vaccines. It also reveals medical mistakes, lapses in ethics, and wrong paths taken in hopes of curing disease. Every illness, every landmark has a tale, and the newspapers top reporters tell each one with perceptiveness and skill.
The Art of War (Signature Editions)
by Tzu SunThe Art of War, by the Chinese general and philosopher Sun Tzu, is one of the most influential books of military strategy ever written. This hardcover edition is packaged distinctively with a beautifully designed jacket by noted illustrator Malika Favre. More than 2,000 years old, this classic of Chinese philosophy lays out a systematic, rational approach to tactics and strategy that leaders worldwide have applied not only to the military, but also to business, law, martial arts, and sports. This edition uses Lionel Giles&’s classic translation. Giles&’s extensive annotations and commentary on Sun Tzu&’s aphorisms and proverbs are also included.
The Alchemist (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series #14)
by SparkNotesThe Alchemist (SparkNotes Literature Guide) by Paulo Coelho Making the reading experience fun! When a paper is due, and dreaded exams loom, here's the lit-crit help students need to succeed! SparkNotes Literature Guides make studying smarter, better, and faster. They provide chapter-by-chapter analysis; explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols; a review quiz; and essay topics. Lively and accessible, SparkNotes is perfect for late-night studying and paper writing. Includes:An A+ Essay—an actual literary essay written about the Spark-ed book—to show students how a paper should be written.16 pages devoted to writing a literary essay including: a glossary of literary termsStep-by-step tutoring on how to write a literary essayA feature on how not to plagiarize
CBD Handbook: Recipes for Natural Living (Recipes for Natural Living #4)
by Barbara Brownell GroganAn authoritative, approachable, and illustrated guide to the latest trend in wellness: CBD. This is your essential reference to hemp-based cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis that boasts powerful medicinal properties for physical and mental ailments. It breaks down fact from fiction and provides practical, easy-to-understand information on CBD&’s benefits. In a comprehensive introduction to CBD, you will learn the history of the cannabis plant; how hemp cannabis differs from marijuana; how to buy, store, and employ CBD oil safely (including dosages); and what federal regulations govern its use. This book will also provide simple instructions on how to use CBD oil to treat common ailments such as anxiety, depression, stress, pain, and insomnia, and provide 40 recipes for soothing drinks, tinctures, salves, and more to help you safely incorporate CBD into your daily health routine.
Growing Up Godless: A Parent's Guide to Raising Kids Without Religion
by Deborah MitchellIn a nation where religion plays such a big role, how can you raise a child without God? How do you instill morality, answer questions about mortality, and handle believers who expect to get a one-way ticket to heaven by converting you? Deborah Ann Mitchell, who has blogged and written columns on the subject, provides guidance to agnostics and atheists struggling with how to assert their beliefs in a reasoned, nonconfrontational, and honest manner.
The Babysitter's Survival Guide: Fun Games, Cool Crafts, Safety Tips, and More!
by Jill D. Chassé Jeanine MurchBe the best babysitter in town! This handbook is the ultimate babysitter&’s helper, and a comprehensive guide to all aspects of the job. How can a babysitter entertain a fidgety kid, lull a toddler to sleep, or comfort a child who&’s feeling sad or upset? From finding clients and snagging the job to dealing with emergencies and accidents, The Babysitter&’s Survival Guide has all the advice you&’ll need. This fully revised edition includes updated information on using social media to build your business, keeping yourself and the children safe, cool activities to occupy your charges, and kid-friendly recipes to tempt reluctant eaters. With its fresh new design and illustrations, along with perforated business and emergency cards, it&’s perfect for enterprising young babysitters!
Charles Manson: Mansons Life Behind Bars (Conversations with a Killer #2)
by Dary Matera Edward GeorgeThis is the gripping story of the real Charles Manson as told by his long-time prison administrator, counselor, unofficial "press agent," and confidant, Ed George. &“Throughout my life, people have asked me about Manson. . . .&‘Does he have hypnotic powers?&’ &‘Does he have a diabolical charisma?&’ . . .&‘Is he crazy?&’ My response is that for some people, the answer to all of the above is yes—except for the last question.&” —EDWARD GEORGE Charles Manson was perhaps the most infamous criminal of the twentieth century. Convicted for orchestrating the shocking Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969, and for two other killings, there has been much written about him. But not many people knew him as well as Edward George, who over years of conversations with Manson as his prison administrator, counselor, unofficial &“press agent,&” and confidant, gained deep insight into Manson&’s mind-set. In this updated edition of George&’s riveting account, he illuminates the many sides of Manson: charismatic cult leader, master manipulator, calculated &“showman,&” sly trickster, and more. George and his coauthor, Dary Matera, begin by detailing the troubling events of Manson&’s youth, the historic 1969 murders, and the subsequent trial that ended an era. They then pull back the curtain on the intense reality of Manson&’s turbulent life behind bars and the events that have transpired since the initial publication of this book in 1999, including Manson&’s death in 2017.
Good Housekeeping Instant Pot® Cookbook: 60 Delicious Foolproof Recipes (Good Food Guaranteed #15)
by Susan Westmoreland Good HousekeepingMake 60 delicious recipes using the home cook&’s newest dream appliance: the Instant Pot®!Officially authorized by Instant Pot! With its 6-in-1 capabilities, the Instant Pot® saves time and space in the kitchen—and once you try it you&’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. It can pressure cook, slow cook, make rice and yogurt, double as a sauté pan, and keep your food warm so you&’ll put a delicious dinner on the table quickly and easily. Who better than Good Housekeeping to explain exactly how to use this miracle machine? In addition to a primer filled with all the basics you&’ll need to know and Test Kitchen tips, it features 60 family-pleasing dishes that range from Quick Coq au Vin and Carnitas Tacos to Pulled BBQ Beef and Weeknight Tuscan Ragu. Every recipe is triple-tested in the Test Kitchen, using the pressure-cooking and slow-cooking functions.
Warm Your Bones: Cozy Recipes for Chilly Days and Winter Nights - A Cookbook
by Vanessa SederLos Angeles native Vanessa Seder lived in Brooklyn and Boston before she landed in Maine—a place where this chef, food stylist, and recipe developer learned to love the culinary upside of raising a family in a place where it&’s so cold, for so long. In this book, Seder shares seventy-five of her favorite recipes that take the edge off any chill, from long, slow braises and simmers perfect for a winter afternoon at home to weeknight meals that draw on ingredients and nutrients that will power you and your family through a cold snap to recipes and menus for holidays and cozy gatherings. The book also includes recipes for sweets like homemade caramels and invigorating grapefruit-flavored cookies; warm drinks like teas, toddies, and several versions of hot chocolate; and pantry staples like marmalades and flavored salts. The style and imagery of the book is bright and inviting, designed to combat any winter blues. Warm Your Bones is perfect for at-home cooks who have an interest in international cuisines, for those who practice hygge, and for individuals who generally enjoy the coziness of winter.
A Spell a Day: For Health, Wealth, Love, and More
by Cassandra EasonNeed money? Want more amour? Whatever your hearts desire, Cassandra Eason has a spell for it. Her fun, comprehensive compendium takes you through the year, with just the right magic to help make you prosperous, lucky, loved, and full of life. With its easy-to-use instructions and engaging, accessible design, its a must for anyone hoping to make dreams come true.
Five Ways to Forgiveness (Herald Classics)
by Ursula K. Le GuinA companion to Ursula K. Le Guin's award-winning Hainish novels—including The Left Hand of Darkness and The Dispossessed—Five Ways to Forgiveness tells the story of the planet Werel and its colony planet Yeowe, and how their societies are shaped by the legacies of slavery and revolution. When the enslaved people on the colony Yeowe (called "assets") overthrow the slave-holding class (called "owners"), the owners on neighboring Werel launch a war to preserve the master-slave society that undergirds the economy of both planets. Told from the perspectives of people caught in the crosshairs of the struggle, the stories in this collection are linked by the character "Old Music," an Ekumen ambassador who is secretly working as an abolitionist and supporter of Yeowe's emancipation. Together they ask: What does forgiveness look like in a world riddled by racism and caste? In "Betrayals," a disgraced revolutionary leader makes peace with his past. In the intersectional "Forgiveness Day," a female ambassador from the Ekumen struggles with the patriarchal culture of Werel, while "A Man of the People" tells the life story of a male Ekumen ambassador to Yeowe. "A Woman's Liberation" tells the story of a woman who, after escaping to freedom, must reckon with the internalized racism that still enchains her. And finally, the story "Old Music and the Slave Women" braids the collection together and counts the cost of justice.First published in 1994 as Four Ways to Forgiveness, this is the first standalone edition that includes the fifth story, "Old Music and the Slave Women," that Le Guin wrote years after to augment this extraordinary, vital suite.
Geek Girls Don't Cry: Real-Life Lessons From Fictional Female Characters
by Andrea TowersGeek girls don&’t cry . . . they get strong! Using examples from both real life and pop culture, entertainment writer Andrea Towers provides powerful tips on how women can overcome obstacles. &“An enjoyable read for anyone interested in pop culture, with particular relevance to those working to overcome struggles.&” —Booklist (Starred review) What does it mean for a woman to be strong—especially in a world where our conception of a &“hero&” is still so heavily influenced by male characters like Batman, Spider-Man, and Superman? Geek Girls Don&’t Cry explores the subject, offering advice tailor-made for fans of any age. Andrea Towers, who works in public relations at Marvel Entertainment and has written about superheroines for outlets such as Entertainment Weekly, outlines some of the primary traits heroic women can call upon, like resilience, self-acceptance, and bravery, pulling in stories from real-life women as well as figures from the pop-culture pantheon. She also interviews the creators of our favorite fictional heroines, who discuss how they drew from their own experiences to develop these protagonists and how, conversely, their own creations continue to inspire them.
Richard II: No Fear Shakespeare Side-by-Side Plain English (No Fear Shakespeare)
by William Shakespeare SparkNotesRead Shakespeare&’s plays in all their brilliance—and understand what every word means! Don&’t be intimidated by Shakespeare! These popular guides make the Bard&’s plays accessible and enjoyable.Each No Fear guide contains:The complete text of the original playA line-by-line translation that puts the words into everyday languageA complete list of characters, with descriptionsPlenty of helpful commentaryFor God's sake, let us sit upon the ground. And tell sad stories of the death of kings. Shakespeare&’s poetic history play looks at the brief rule of Richard II and examines the question: What makes a good king—divine right by blood or intelligence, skill, and political savvy?
The Official Dictionary of Idiocy: A Lexicon For Those of Us Who Are Far Less Idiotic Than the Rest of You (Official Dictionary #4)
by James NapoliGet your snark on, with this hilarious compendium from the author of The Official Dictionary of Sarcasm. It&’s the perfect book for today&’s world. The battle for sanity and intelligence rages on! Read any news story today and it&’s clear that idiots are everywhere. For that reason, James Napoli, the esteemed director of the National Sarcasm Society, has created a smart-aleck new dictionary that defines pop-culture touchstones and throws shade on the hopelessly foolish. With copiously illustrated and snarky entries on everything from &“Alternative Facts&” and &“Congress&” to &“Cable News&” and &“Uber&” (A convenient way to entrust your transportation to a potential serial killer . . . &“), The Official Dictionary of Idiocy brings some much-needed laughter to these crazy days.
Good Housekeeping Skillet Suppers: 65 Delicious Recipes (Good Food Guaranteed #12)
by Susan Westmoreland Good HousekeepingGood Housekeeping Skillet Suppers is your one-stop shop for the perfect meal Featuring more than 60 delicious dishes to prepare in a nonstick, stainless steel, or cast-iron skillet, Good Housekeeping&’s essential cookbook makes dinner (and cleaning up after) quick and easy. The fresh, modern, and flavorful recipes include: Shrimp and Zucchini Scampi, Dijon Pork & Asparagus Sauté, Deep-Dish Veggie Supreme Pizza, Iced Spiced Skillet Rolls, and Chicken Chilaquiles. Plus, we&’ve got you covered with thoughtful how-to tips throughout—from the perfect pan-seared steak to how to season your cast-iron skillet.
5-Ingredient Vegan: 175 Simple, Plant-Based Recipes for Delicious, Healthy Meals in Minutes
by Nava AtlasMake fast, fun, and delicious vegan meals at home—using just five ingredients per dish! Solve the daily dilemma of planning meals that are healthy, tasty, and ready to eat in half an hour or less. Vegan expert Nava Atlas has created super-simple, plant-based recipes that incorporate fresh produce, good quality canned and frozen foods, whole grains, and timesaving off-the-shelf prepared sauces. With dishes like Scallion Pancakes, Baked Polenta Fries, Coconut Sweet Potato Bisque, Spinach Pesto Pasta, Salsa Verde Bean Burritos, and Chocolate Granola Clusters, this collection is a vegan feast!
September 11: The 9/11 Story, Aftermath and Legacy
by The Associated PressA commemoration of the 20th anniversary of 9/11 as told through stories and photographs from The Associated Press—covering everything from the events of that tragic day to the rebuilding of the World Trade Center and beyond.This important and comprehensive book commemorates the 20th anniversary of September 11 as told through stories and images from the correspondents and photographers of The Associated Press—breaking news reports, in-depth investigative pieces, human interest accounts, approximately 175 dramatic and moving photos, and first-person recollections. AP&’s reporting of the world-changing events of 9/11; the heroic rescue efforts and aftermath; the world&’s reaction; Operation Enduring Freedom; the continuing legal proceedings; the building of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City as a place of remembrance; the rebuilding of downtown NYC and much more is covered. Also included is a foreword by Robert De Niro. The book tells the many stories of 9/11—not only of the unprecedented horror of that September morning, but also of the inspiring resilience and hope of the human spirit.
Fifty and Other F-Words: Reflections from the Rearview Mirror
by Margot PotterIn the spirit of Nora Ephron meets Chelsea Handler meets David Sedaris, Margot Potter offers her humorously edgy perspective on navigating life after 50. If you&’re a woman over 50, you probably feel invisible, or shackled by rules that say what you can and can&’t do now that you&’ve gotten older. But Margot Potter is here to say—in the most hilarious way—that, no matter what your age, you can still be a kick-ass warrior woman! With a cool &“nasty woman&” attitude, and loads of humor, Margot tells it like it is, smashing stereotypes in her witty essays, poems, listicles, and observations about aging in our youth-obsessed society. With neither bitterness nor sugar-coated reality, Fifty and Other F-Words will hit home with powerful, persistent women who grew up in the post-punk era; subscribed to magazines like Jane, Bust, and Bitch; put on their pink hats to march on DC; and never, ever conform.
Classic Starts®: Pinocchio (Classic Starts®)
by Carlo CollodiThe young puppet Pinocchio dreams of becoming a real boy. But whenever he tries to prove himself worthy of the transformation, he falls into mischief and laziness. Pinocchio must learn the hard way how to become honest, kind, and—above all—human. One of the most-translated works in children&’s literature, Pinocchio is a thrilling story about improving one&’s character and learning how to live in an often-harsh world.
Good Housekeeping Sheet Pan Cooking: 65 Easy Fuss-Free Recipes (Good Food Guaranteed #13)
by Susan Westmoreland Good HousekeepingDelicious meals, quickly and easily . . . and made with just one pan for fast cleanup! Weeknight dinner has just become wonderfully easy! With these scrumptious triple-tested recipes, all you need is one sheet pan to cook foolproof, tasty, and healthy meals. There&’s something to satisfy everyone in the crowd: enjoy delectable Light Chicken Parm, Fish &‘n&’ Chips, Pepper-Crusted Steak with Roasted Veggies, BBQ Chickpea and Cauliflower Flatbreads with Avocado Mash, and, for a yummy finish, Pumpkin Slab Pie. Along with the recipes, there&’s advice on how to care for your sheet pan and a variety of surefire cooking methods for delicious perfection every time.
1-2-3-4, I Declare a Thumb War (Graveyard Girls)
by Lisi Harrison Daniel Kraus#1 New York Times bestselling authors Lisi Harrison and Daniel Kraus deliver a slightly scary, extremely addictive, contemporary middle-grade book series. This first installment of Graveyard Girls is part mystery book and part friendship story, centered around five young teen girls in for the fright of their lives. Meet Whisper, Frannie, Sophie, Gemma, and Zuzu, five friends who tell eerie tales by night and navigate middle school drama by day. In Misery Falls, Oregon, it is the 100th anniversary of the electrocution of the town&’s most infamous killer, Silas Hoke, and the town is abuzz. When a mysterious text message leads the girls to the cemetery—where Silas Hoke is buried!—life can&’t get any creepier. Except, yes, it can, thanks to the surprise storyteller who meets them at the cemetery, inspires the first-ever meeting of the Graveyard Girls, and sets the stage for a terrifying tale from Whisper that they&’ll never forget. Book one in a five-book series, Graveyard Girls blends popular scary books for kids (think: Goosebumps) with strong teen girl characters into a fresh, genre-blending middle-grade series. For kids ages 9–12 in search of girl friendship stories and mystery books, you&’ll find horror and heartfelt relationships in 1-2-3-4, I Declare a Thumb War.