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Stalking the Unicorn (Fables of Tonight)
by Mike ResnickA beleaguered PI searches for a missing unicorn in a city full of strange creatures in this classic humorous fantasy by a five-time Hugo Award winner. It&’s New Year&’s Eve, and private investigator John Justin Mallory is drowning his sorrows in whiskey. His wife ran off with his partner, his business is in bad shape, and the mob is out to get him. He begins to wonder if he&’s had enough to drink when his next client walks in. Mürgenstürm the elf is missing his unicorn, and if he doesn&’t get it back by dawn, his guild will kill him. Mallory&’s search soon leads him into a fantastical world—a shadowy side of Manhattan full of strange creatures including goblins, trolls, cat people, ghosts in the Stock Exchange, and gnomes in the subway. But in this world of new friends and unusual rules, there&’s also a malevolent demon named Grundy. He will do anything to get his hands on the unicorn, and if he succeeds, Mallory&’s client won&’t be the only being who suffers . . . A terrific choice for fans of Alan Dean Foster. &“[An] enchanting blend of fantasy and hard-boiled detection. . . . The crisp dialogue and imaginative setting will have many fantasy readers wanting to revisit Manhattan&’s magical side.&” —Publishers Weekly &“It&’s clever, funny, and exciting, with a likable hero, plenty of offbeat supporting characters, and that beguiling blend of fantasy and mystery.&” —Booklist
Oracle (The Oracle Trilogy)
by Mike ResnickBounty hunters race to find a powerful psychic in this classic science fiction adventure by the award-winning author of Soothsayer. People across the galaxy have feared Penelope Bailey ever since she was a child. She has the power to see the future and manipulate events—and minds. Governments and criminals sought to control her, and hundreds of bounty hunters like the Iceman once tried to capture her. But Penelope eluded them all and disappeared . . . Fourteen years later, the Iceman now runs a tavern. He spends most days listening to customers&’ tales of adventure and idle gossip, until one day, a visitor arrives with quite a story to tell. She is Penelope&’s mother and would like the Iceman to retrieve her daughter from the planet Hades. Of course, it is a task easier said than done. Soon an assassin, a secret agent, and an outlaw cyborg are searching for the missing psychic. And they must all figure out how to handle a target who can predict their every step . . . Perfect for readers of Alan Dean Foster, Timothy Zahn, and Joe Haldeman &“One of those rare novels that pulls you in so quickly and effectively that you&’ll end up reading it in a single sitting.&” —Science Fiction Chronicle
The Dragon (A Novel): A Novel
by Zara DavisA thrilling survival story of a young woman discovering her martial arts heritage and ancient warrior bloodline. Perfect for fans of "Black Panther" and "Iron Widow," this novel delves into the legacy of strength and resilience.Ryu has lost everything, but she is a survivor. A desperate message from her foster mother in the last moments of her life begs two things of her. First, that she find and protect her foster sister, and second, that she turn to the mysterious teacher who runs a shelter in the warehouse district, protecting those who can&’t protect themselves. Under his tutelage, Ryu learns how to fight, so that when the killers return to finish what they&’ve started, she&’s ready. Ryu is more than they could ever have imagined, or is she? She is the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy about the return of a lost god and a long-dead bloodline of warriors. She is the last dragon.
The Sioux
by Virginia Driving SneveIn this new and updated edition, award-winning author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve introduces young readers to the Sioux peoples.The buffalo was the center of Sioux life. After hunting buffalo on horseback, the Sioux people would use every piece of the animal, making food, beds, clothing, storage boxes, and even sleds from the ribs! Discover how the Sioux people lived on the Great Plains with this accessible introduction. Learn about the Sioux creation story, life in the village as a kid, the importance of their feathered headdresses, and more.This updated edition provides the most up to date and accurate information on the Sioux people of past and present. The back of the book includes a section on Sioux life today, proper names for all of the Sioux tribes, and an excerpt from the Lakota pipe ceremony.Author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve grew up on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation and for over 40 years has brought the richness of Native American culture and heritage to thousands of children for over 40 years as teacher and children&’s book author. Her First Americans books introduce young readers to the many diverse and unique Native American nations that first called this land home.
Miss Amelia's List (Elemental Masters)
by Mercedes LackeyThe seventeenth novel in the magical alternate history Elemental Masters series follows Amelia Stonehold and Serena Meleva as they navigate property acquisition, marriage proposals, and other ancient horrors in Regency England, but with the help of elemental magicThe year is 1815, and an American, Miss Amelia Stonehold, has arrived in the Devon town of Axminster, accompanied by her "cousin" Serena Meleva. She&’s brought with her a list to tick off: find a property, investigate the neighbors, bargain for and purchase the property, staff the property and...possibly...find a husband. But Amelia soon finds herself contending with some decidedly off-list trouble, including the Honorable Captain Harold Roughtower, whose eyes are fixed on her fortune. Little does Amelia know that his plans for her wealth extend far beyond refurbishing his own crumbing estate — they include the hidden Roman temple of Glykon, where something very old, very angry, and very dangerous still lurks. But Roughtower isn&’t prepared to reckon with the fact that neither Amelia nor Serena are pushovers. And he certainly isn&’t ready for the revelation that he has an Earth Master and a Fire Mage on his hands — or that one of them is a shapeshifter.
DK Top 10 Bangkok (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK TravelDiscover the best places to visit in Bangkok, from the fascinating National Museum to the splendid temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho. Seven easy-to-follow itineraries explore the city's most interesting areas—from bustling markets to leafy parks—while reviews of the best hotels, nightlife, and restaurants in Bangkok will help you plan your perfect trip.True to its name, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Bangkok covers all the major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you.Itineraries help you plan your trip.Top 10 lists feature off-the-beaten-track ideas, along with standbys like the top attractions, shopping, dining options, and more.Comprehensive laminated pull-out map includes color-coded design, public transportation maps, and street indexes.Maps of walking routes show you the best ways to maximize your time.Additional maps marked with sights from the guidebook are shown on inside cover flaps, with selected street index and metro map.The perfect pocket-size travel companion: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Bangkok.Series Overview: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Top 10s are handy travel guides that take the work out of planning a trip. Packed with amazing ideas, informative maps, insider tips, and useful advice, DK's Top 10 guides lead you to the very best your destination has to offer. The pocket size make these the perfect guide to take on vacation. Discover the history, art, architecture, and culture of your destination through Top 10 lists, from the best museums, bars, and sights to the places to avoid.
DK Caribbean (Travel Guide)
by DK TravelDK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Caribbean will lead you straight to the best attractions this island paradise has to offer.Covering more than 130 Caribbean islands, this updated guide explores everything from Harrison's Cave in Barbados to Nelson's Dockyard in Antigua, as well as the most pristine beaches and the best islands for history, architecture, and hiking.Whether you travel via cruise or independently, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Caribbean is the ideal companion, providing insider tips such as the best places to dive, snorkel, sail, and play golf. Customized tour routes will lead you to the must-see sights like the Blue Mountains, Jamaican rum distilleries, and rain forests of Martinique.Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Caribbean.Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance.llustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights.Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums.Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area.Area maps marked with sights.Detailed city maps include street finder indexes for easy navigation.Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights.Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations.With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Caribbean truly shows you this island region as no one else can.Series Overview: For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent editorial advice, recommendations, and reviews. With guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe available in print and digital formats, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides show travelers how they can discover more.DK Eyewitness Travel Guides: the most maps, photographs, and illustrations of any guide.
DK Super Phonics My First Decodable Stories Deli Dogs
by DKHelp your child learn to read with Deli Dogs, the perfect phonic books for young readers.Specially developed by experts to introduce young children to phonics and support their first steps in learning to read, this series is ideal for early readers. Children will love to read about Dan and Bell, the dog duo in charge of a busy deli!Eight delightful books introduce consonant blends and consonant digraphs in stages, allowing independent reading from the outset. Each book contains a word list for blending practice and a game to enjoy together!Deli Dogs covers the following phonic skills:Book 1: CVCCBook 2: CCVCBook 3: CCVCCBook 4: chBook 5: shBook 6: thBook 7: ck, whBook 8: ng, quA Parents' Guide to Deli Dogs with advice and activity ideas is also included. Give your child a head start in the world of reading and phonics!This beginner reader series offers:A pack of 8 decodable books that each contain a story that covers different consonant blends and consonant digraphsReading material aimed at children aged 4-6A Parents’ Guide to Deli Dogs is also included, with advice and activity ideasWhat is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read by understanding the sounds that letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. More in the seriesThis series of beginning reader books by DK Super Phonics is a friendly and accessible introduction to learning to read. If you’re looking for more early reader books, why not try DK Super Phonics My First Decodable Stories Fix-it Foxes, which provides further practice of these essential phonic skills.
DK Top 10 Mexico City (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK TravelDK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Mexico City will lead you straight to the very best the city has to offer. Whether you're looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights or want to find the best nightspots, this guide and its pull-out map is the perfect pocket-sized companion.The guide is divided by area with restaurant reviews for each, as well as recommendations for hotels, bars and places to shop. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists, from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals. There's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid.You'll find the insider knowledge you need to explore this city with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Mexico City and its pull-out map.
DK Top 10 Cuba (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK TravelCuba is a magnificently diverse island brimming with stunning beaches, lush valleys, beautifully preserved colonial-era buildings and classic cars. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you’ll find your way around Cuba with absolute ease.Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Cuba into helpful lists of ten — from our own selected highlights to the best museums and galleries, places to eat, shops and cultural experiences. You'll discover:Seven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a two day or week-long tripDetailed Top 10 lists of Cuba’s must-sees, including detailed descriptions of la Habana Vieja and Modern Havana, Cordillera de Guaniguanico, the Zapata Peninsula, Trinidad, Jardines del Rey, Camagüey, Holguín, Santiago de Cuba and BaracoaCuba’s most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, sightseeing and sampling cigarsInspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip – including family activities, festivals and national holidays as well as things to do for free A laminated pull-out map of Cuba featuring a city map of Havana, plus five color neighborhood mapsStreetsmart advice: get ready, get around and stay safeA lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you’re on the moveDK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 2002. Looking for more on Cuba’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Cuba or DK Eyewitness Caribbean.
DK Top 10 Sydney (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK TravelDK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Sydney is your pocket guide to the very best of the city of Sydney. Make the most of your trip to Sydney with our Top 10 Travel Guide, packed with insider trips, the best hotels for every budget, and the most fun places to travel or to take children in the city. From must-see museums and galleries to the greatest beaches and pools, you'll find it all in our guide. Take scenic excursions to see architecture, check out venues for music, dance, and theater, and visit Sydney's sporting venues. Packed with culture and activities, our guide to Sydney will make your trip extraordinary and unforgettable. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Sydney True to its name, this Top 10 guidebook covers all major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you. "Don't miss" destination highlights. Things to do and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. Free, color pull-out map (print edition), plus maps and photographs throughout. Walking tours and day-trip itineraries. Traveler tips and recommendations. Local drink and dining specialties to try. Museums, festivals, outdoor activities. Creative and quirky best-of lists and more. The perfect pocket-size travel companion: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Sydney Recommended: For an in-depth guidebook to Australia, check out DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Australia, which offers the most complete cultural coverage of Australia; 3-D cross-section illustrations of major sights and attractions; thousands of photographs, illustrations, and maps; and more.
Who Was Shirley Chisholm? (Who Was?)
by Who HQ Crystal HubbardRead all about about the first Black woman to be elected to Congress in this empowering addition to the Who Was? series.Shirley Chisholm showed interest in politics early on, majoring in sociology at Brooklyn College in New York City. During this time she was awarded for her debate skills, became a champion for inclusion in the Harriet Tubman society, and graduated cum laude. She dedicated much of her career to fighting for the rights of Black people and women, eventually becoming the first Black woman elected to Congress in 1968. Remarkably, Shirley represented New York's 12th district, including the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, from 1969 to 1983. She fought for the rights of the people, becoming a founding member for the National Women&’s Political Caucus and advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment. Learn all about Shirley&’s life, from her early activism to her presidential candidacy and her lasting political legacy, in this illustrated biography.
The Secret Daughter (The Brides of Bellaire Gardens)
by Anne GracieWhen two strangers meet under false pretenses during an idyllic week in the French countryside, they&’ll each need to face the truth to find one other again, in a dazzling new Regency romance from the national bestselling author of The Heiress&’s Daughter.Orphaned Zoë Benoît has spent the last three years in Paris learning how to be a lady. But Zoë is torn—as an independent spirit and a talented artist, she cannot help but want more than the tightly controlled life of a society lady.On an impulsive visit to the château where her mother lived, Zoë, disguised as a maidservant named Vita, meets a handsome wandering artist, known simply as Reynard. One blissful week with the charming Reynard convinces Zoë that this is the man and the life for her—until she discovers what he&’s been hiding from her, and she flees, heartbroken.Longing for the chance to redeem himself, Reynard searches far and wide for the woman he knows as Vita, to no avail. Disheartened, he returns to England to reluctantly resume his role as Julian Fox, the Earl of Foxton. However, when he sees one of Zoë&’s paintings, he realizes she&’s in London, and becomes desperate to find her before it&’s too late. But even if they reunite, can he convince Zoë he&’s worthy of her trust and prove to her that, with him, she can be a free-spirited artist and a countess?
Media Archaeology: Approaches, Applications, and Implications
by Erkki Huhtamo Jussi ParikkaThis book introduces an archaeological approach to the study of media - one that sifts through the evidence to learn how media were written about, used, designed, preserved, and sometimes discarded. Edited by Erkki Huhtamo and Jussi Parikka, with contributions from internationally prominent scholars from Europe, North America, and Japan, the essays help us understand how the media that predate today’s interactive, digital forms were in their time contested, adopted and embedded in the everyday. Providing a broad overview of the many historical and theoretical facets of Media Archaeology as an emerging field, the book encourages discussion by presenting a full range of different voices. By revisiting ‘old’ or even ‘dead’ media, it provides a richer horizon for understanding ‘new’ media in their complex and often contradictory roles in contemporary society and culture.
The Horizon: A History of Our Infinite Longing
by Didier MaleuvreWhat is a horizon? A line where land meets sky? The end of the world or the beginning of perception? In this brilliant, engaging, and stimulating history, Didier Maleuvre journeys to the outer reaches of human experience and explores philosophy, religion, and art to understand our struggle and fascination with limits—of life, knowledge, existence, and death. Maleuvre sweeps us through a vast cultural landscape, enabling us to experience each stopping place as the cusp of a limitless journey, whether he is discussing the works of Picasso, Gothic architecture, Beethoven, or General Relativity. If, as Aristotle said, philosophy begins in wonder, then this remarkable book shows us how wonder—the urge to know beyond the conceivable—is itself the engine of culture.
The Gothic Enterprise: A Guide to Understanding the Medieval Cathedral
by Robert A. ScottThe great Gothic cathedrals of Europe are among the most astonishing achievements of Western culture. Evoking feelings of awe and humility, they make us want to understand what inspired the people who had the audacity to build them. This engrossing book surveys an era that has fired the historical imagination for centuries. In it Robert A. Scott explores why medieval people built Gothic cathedrals, how they built them, what conception of the divine lay behind their creation, and how religious and secular leaders used cathedrals for social and political purposes. As a traveler’s companion or a rich source of knowledge for the armchair enthusiast, The Gothic Enterprise helps us understand how ordinary people managed such tremendous feats of physical and creative energy at a time when technology was rudimentary, famine and disease were rampant, the climate was often harsh, and communal life was unstable and incessantly violent.While most books about Gothic cathedrals focus on a particular building or on the cathedrals of a specific region, The Gothic Enterprise considers the idea of the cathedral as a humanly created space. Scott discusses why an impoverished people would commit so many social and personal resources to building something so physically stupendous and what this says about their ideas of the sacred, especially the vital role they ascribed to the divine as a protector against the dangers of everyday life.Scott’s narrative offers a wealth of fascinating details concerning daily life during medieval times. The author describes the difficulties master-builders faced in scheduling construction that wouldn’t be completed during their own lifetimes, how they managed without adequate numeric systems or paper on which to make detailed drawings, and how climate, natural disasters, wars, variations in the hours of daylight throughout the year, and the celebration of holy days affected the pace and timing of work. Scott also explains such things as the role of relics, the quarrying and transporting of stone, and the incessant conflict cathedral-building projects caused within their communities. Finally, by drawing comparisons between Gothic cathedrals and other monumental building projects, such as Stonehenge, Scott expands our understanding of the human impulses that shape our landscape.
Experimentalism Otherwise: The New York Avant-Garde and Its Limits (California Studies in 20th-Century Music)
by Benjamin PiekutIn Experimental Otherwise, Benjamin Piekut takes the reader into the heart of what we mean by "experimental" in avant-garde music. Focusing on one place and time—New York City, 1964—Piekut examines five disparate events: the New York Philharmonic’s disastrous performance of John Cage’s Atlas Eclipticalis; Henry Flynt’s demonstrations against the downtown avant-garde; Charlotte Moorman’s Avant Garde Festival; the founding of the Jazz Composers Guild; and the emergence of Iggy Pop. Drawing together a colorful array of personalities, Piekut argues that each of these examples points to a failure and marks a limit or boundary of canonical experimentalism. What emerges from these marginal moments is an accurate picture of the avant-garde, not as a style or genre, but as a network defined by disagreements, struggles, and exclusions.
Between Household and State: The Mughal Frontier and the Politics of Circulation in Peninsular India
by Subah DayalA free ebook version of this title is available through Luminos, University of California Press’s Open Access publishing program. Visit www.luminosoa.org to learn more.Between Household and State departs from dynastic narrations of the Mughal past to highlight the role of elite households and familial networks in peninsular India, the only region of the subcontinent never fully incorporated into the imperial realm. Drawing on rare documentary and literary materials in Persian and Urdu alongside the Dutch East India Company’s archives, this book takes readers on a journey from military forts and regional courts in the Deccan to the ports and weaving villages of the Coromandel Coast. It examines how regional elite alliances, feuds, and material exchanges intersected with imperial institutions to create new forms of affinity, belonging, and social exclusion. Subah Dayal brings attention to the importance of ghar—or home—in the creation of forms of mobility that anchored the Mughal frontier across the variable geography of peninsular India in the seventeenth century.
Family Dinners: The Ultimate Cookbook
by Cider Mill PressThere's nothing better than a home-cooked meal. Whether you're looking for no-fuss weeknight dinners or recipes to wow everyone at the table, this cookbook is bursting with over 300 quick, easy, and delicious recipes.Say goodbye to dinnertime stress--these recipes will satisfy the pickiest eaters and the most adventurous foodies. From quick weeknight meals to family-favorite comfort foods and special Sunday roasts, there's something for every occasion. Reduce stress with Slow-Cooker Bolognese, keep the mess at a minimum with Honey Mustard Chicken, and enjoy a healthy midweek pick-me-up with Garlic Broccoli Shrimp Stir-Fry. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, you can put homecooked meals on the table on even the most hectic days.This cookbook:Includes 300+ hassle-free weeknight mealsUses ingredients that are both accessible and affordableProvides suggestions for repurposing leftoversFrom one-sheet wonders to 30-minute meals, these dishes are as easy as they are delicious. Forget takeout--it's time to embrace the joy of home cooking! Make weekday meals a joy, not a chore with Family Dinners: The Ultimate Cookbook.
Get Out of Your Head Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: Six-Session Bible Study in Philippians
by Jennie AllenIn this six-session video Bible study (video streaming + leaders guide included), Jennie gives you the tools you need to stop the spiral of toxic thoughts and learn how to become imitators of Christ.Are your thoughts holding you captive? Jennie Allen—the visionary behind the million-strong IF:Gathering—knows what it's like to swirl in a spiral of destructive thoughts, and she knows that from those thoughts, beliefs begin to form: "I'll never be good enough." "Other people have better lives than I do." "God couldn't really love me."We spiral down and down. Changing the way we think seems nearly impossible. And yet the apostle Paul tells us in his letter to the Philippians that conforming our minds to Christ is possible, and it's the ultimate goal for every follower of Christ.In Get Out of Your Head, a six-session Bible study with video access, Jennie gives us tools from the book of Philippians to transform our emotions, our outlooks, and even our circumstances, by taking control of our minds. We can find freedom from the downward spiral by:Taking every thought captive to make it obedient to ChristShifting the focus of our minds from our circumstances to GodFighting toxic thoughts with weapons of humility, silence, and delightEscaping our comfort zones with weapons of connection, intentionality and gratitudeLearning to forget what's behind so we can move aheadDefeating anxiety with a mind like Christ'sOur enemy is determined to get in our heads to make us feel helpless, overwhelmed, and incapable of making a difference for the kingdom of God. But when we submit our minds to Christ, the promises and goodness of God flood our lives in remarkable ways.The Get Out of Your Head Study Guide uses projects, stories, and Bible study in the book of Philippians to engage the mind and heart.Sessions and video run times:Introduction: Spiraling Out (17:00) Make the Shift (18:00) Weapons We Use, Part I (17:00) Weapons We Use, Part II (15:00) A New Way to Live (17:00) A Mind Like Christ (18:30)
Restless Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: Because You Were Made for More
by Jennie AllenAre you numb? Bored? Are you afraid you're wasting your life? In Restless, an eight-session video Bible study (video streaming + leaders guide included), Jennie uses the story of Joseph to explain how his suffering, gifts, story, and relationships fit into the greater story of God—and how our story can do the same. We all desperately want to live for something. We die a little inside when we think we aren't living for something, and are ready to die when we think we can't. But, Jennie Allen says that the restlessness we feel might not be a bad thing. When our restlessness awakens our longing for more of God, it can be a catalyst to living the life of purpose God designed for us. In this study you will: Explore practical ways to identify the threads of your life Learn how to intentionally weave those threads together Discover how your gifts, passions, places, and relationships aren&’t random; they&’re deliberate and meaningful Speak the truth about your suffering: it&’s possible it has produced the very thing you want to give back to the world The Restless Study Guide (video access included) engages the mind and heart through stories, Bible study from the life of Joseph, and implements a tool we call "threads" to help you see your own personal story and uncover the raw materials God has given you to use for his glory and purpose. Sessions and video run times: Restless (23:00) God's Story (23:00) Gifts (18:00) Suffering (23:00) Place (20:00) People (19:00) Passions (19:00) Mystery (20:00)
The Slimming Foodie Air Fryer: BRAND NEW Quick, easy, healthy meals all under 600 calories
by Pip PayneLet the Sunday Times bestselling author show you how to save money, time and calories using the air fryer!The Slimming Foodie is back with 80 deliciously simple recipes for the nation's favourite appliance. Using everyday ingredients that won't the break the bank and clever swaps to cut down on the calories, these meals will keep the whole family eating healthily throughout the week.The Slimming Foodie is known for her simple approach to food. You don't need to spend hours in the kitchen to cook good food, and healthy eating doesn't have to be boring. Try tasty Char Siu Pork, or an irresistible easy roasted Ratatouille. Discover how to cook the Perfect Steak or the ultimate 5-Minute Chocolate Brownies. Or recreate your favourite takeaways like Tandoori Roast Chicken or Special Chow Mein for a fraction of the price. With full nutritional breakdowns for every recipe, this mouthwatering range of simple recipes under 600 calories proves healthy eating for the whole family has never been easier.The Slimming Foodie in One was a Sunday Times Bestseller on 24th April 2022Praise for the Slimming Foodie: 'Pip Payne is on a mission to help us eat well, without feeling we're on a diet.' - BEST
Digitale Medien in Lehr-Lern-Konzepten der Lehrpersonenbildung in interdisziplinärer Perspektive: Ergebnisse des Forschungsprojekts Connected Teacher Education
by Hans-Stefan Siller Thomas Trefzger Angelika Füting-Lippert Maria Eisenmann Silke GrafeDer open access Sammelband zeigt auf, wie digitalisierungsbezogene Kompetenzen von Studierenden und Dozierenden der Lehrpersonenbildung auf Basis interdisziplinären Zusammenwirkens von Bildungswissenschaften und Fachdidaktiken unter besonderer Berücksichtigung der Mensch-Computer-Interaktion gefördert werden können. Zehn Forschungsprojekte präsentieren ihre innovativen und wissenschaftlich fundierten Lern-Lehr-Konzepte, die sie gestaltet, implementiert und evaluiert haben. Hierbei kamen u.a. Augmented und Virtual Reality, Simulationen und adaptive Lernumgebungen zum Einsatz.
Microsurgery 101: Tips and Tricks for Microvascular and Peripheral Nerve Repair Techniques
by Yelena Akelina Alberto BallestínThis book is a detailed teaching manual for training in microvascular and peripheral nerve surgery with step-by-step instructions using high-quality pictures and videos. It consists of valuable practical tips and tricks that are explained in detail to the readers, making it a useful tool for both inexperienced and experienced practitioners looking to improve their skills. Microsurgery has diverse clinical applications across multiple medical specialties. It is commonly employed in reconstructive surgery to address tissue defects following trauma, oncological resections, or congenital anomalies, utilizing precise procedures to reattach small blood vessels and nerves. This includes the replantation of amputated body parts such as fingers or hands, as well as the reconstruction of complex defects in the head and neck region, upper and lower extremities and breast among others. Microsurgical techniques are also crucial in nerve repair surgeries to restore function and sensation after trauma but as well in facial reanimation procedures to address paralysis; meanwhile lymphaticovenous anastomosis and vascularized lymph node transfers are useful procedures to treat or prevent lymphedema. Overall, microsurgery represents a cornerstone in modern medicine, offering innovative solutions for a wide range of clinical challenges. Microsurgery 101 - Tips and Tricks for Microvascular and Peripheral Nerve Repair Techniques is a unique guidebook for medical students, residents, fellows, and practicing surgeons from multiple specialties: plastic, hand and orthopedic, maxillofacial, head and neck, neurosurgery, transplant, ophthalmology, pediatric, cardiovascular, urology, gynecology, vascular, general surgery and veterinary surgery.
Corporate Governance and Sustainability: Navigating Malaysia's Business Landscape
by Norazlan Alias Mohd Hasimi YaacobThis book presents a comprehensive exploration of contemporary issues in corporate governance and sustainability within the Malaysian context. Authored by experienced scholars and practitioners, each chapter delves into critical aspects shaping the landscape of business ethics, digital transformation, and societal responsibility. Beginning with an examination of role of digital transformation in driving sustainable innovation for Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs), the volume goes on to explore the transformative potential and challenges of digital technologies on governance, sustainability, and taxation. It further highlights the significance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in measuring the sustainability and societal impact of businesses. Through insightful discussions on directorial responsibilities, social enterprises, stakeholder involvement in fraud prevention, and effective tax governance, this book offers valuable insights for practitioners, researchers, and students of business and accounting. By addressing key issues such as risk management, internal control, and tax compliance, this book serves as a timely resource for navigating the complexities of corporate governance and sustainability in Malaysia's dynamic business environment.