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Hitchcock's Stars: Alfred Hitchcock and the Hollywood Studio System
by Lesley L CoffinAlthough he was a visual stylist who once referred to actors as cattle, Alfred Hitchcock also had a remarkable talent for innovative and creative casting choices. The director launched the careers of several actors and completely changed the trajectory of others, many of whom created some of the most iconic screen performances in history. However, Hitchcock’s ability to fit his leading men and women into just the right parts has been a largely overlooked aspect of his filmmaking skills. In Hitchcock’s Stars: Alfred Hitchcock and the Hollywood Studio System, Lesley L. Coffin looks at how the director made the most of the actors who were at his disposal for several decades. From his first American production in 1940 to his final feature in 1976, Hitchcock’s films were examples of creative casting that strayed far from the norm during the structured Hollywood star system. Rather than examining the cinematic aspects of his work, this book explores the collaboration the director engaged in with some of the most
The Book of Field and Roadside: Open-Country Weeds, Trees, and Wildflowers of Eastern North America
by John EastmanThe acclaimed nature writer continues his series exploring the fact and folklore of American plant life with this beautifully illustrated volume. In The Book of Field and Roadside, John Eastman explores the botanical life of open dryland habitats. Picking up where typical field guides leave off, this handy reference takes an ecological approach, providing complete descriptions of eighty-five plants (from Ailanthus to Yucca) found in fields, open meadows, and along roadsides, as well as wildlife communities associated with them. Written in an engaging manner, this book helps readers identify dryland plants, discusses what other organisms, plant and animal, might be found in the same area, and explains why. The informative text is enhanced by beautifully detailed illustrations by nature artist Amelia Hansen.
Operation Pax: An Inspector Appleby Mystery (The Inspector Appleby Mysteries #Vol. 12)
by Michael InnesIn this chilling classic British mystery thriller, a Scotland Yard inspector and his sister search for her missing fiancé in a city of vanishing people. Petty con man Alfred Routh thinks a place like Milton Manor outside Oxford will have something nice to steal. When he learns what is inside, however, he is desperate to steal away with his life . . . Meanwhile, Sir John Appleby from Scotland Yard is headed to Oxford to help his sister Jane. Her fiancé, a war hero and promising academic, has gone missing and many are concerned for his safety. But he&’s not the only recent disappearance in the area. As Appleby&’s investigation begins, things only get more bizarre. The trail of clues leads him and Jane through the city of Oxford to the grounds of Milton Manor and the terrifying secrets within . . .Originally published as The Paper Thunderbolt. Praise for Michael Innes and Inspector Appleby &“The author&’s ingenuity and wit are seemingly endless.&” —The Daily Telegraph &“Altogether a brilliant piece of work.&” —Birmingham Post &“Innes is in a class by himself when it comes to detective fiction.&” —The Times Literary Supplement
Star Myths of the Greeks and Romans: A Sourcebook
by Theony CondosThis A-to-Z reference offers in-depth information on the history and mythologies of the forty-eight classical constellations—with excerpts from ancient texts.The nightly appearance of the stars, their arrangement in the sky, their regular risings and settings through the course of the year, have been a source of endless wonder and speculation. But where did the constellations come from and what are the myths associated with them? Star Myths of the Greeks and Romans puts the answers at your fingertips. Included in this handbook are the only surviving works on the constellation myths that have come down to us from antiquity: an epitome of The Constellations of Eratosthenes —never before translated into English—and The Poetic Astronomy of Hyginus. Also provided are accurate and detailed commentaries on each constellation myth, and complete references for those who wish to dig deeper.This book is a comprehensive sourcework for anyone interested in astronomy or mythology—and an ideal resource for the occasional stargazer.
Toll the Bell for Murder (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsInspector Littlejohn is once again summoned to the Isle of Man when a local vicar is accused of murder in this long-running British mystery series.As a rule, the towns of the Isle of Man are eerily silent after dark. But that silence is shattered one black night by an explosion followed by the violent ringing of the church bell. The vicar, Sullivan Lee, is discovered praying beside the murdered body of Sir Martin Skollick. Archdeacon Kinrade must summon his old friend, Superintendent Littlejohn of Scotland Yard, to get to the bottom of another perplexing crime. With the help of Inspector Knell of the Manx C.I.D., Littlejohn sheds light on the victim’s life, uncovering misdeeds and enemies aplenty. A womanizer and a fraud, it’s no wonder someone might want Skollick dead. But the inspectors have much more to unravel before they can clear the vicar’s name.
The Growth Mindset Playbook: A Teacher's Guide to Promoting Student Success
by Annie Brock Heather HundleyDiscover effective and accessible tools for transforming your classroom and inspiring your students with this easy-to-use guide.Students who harness the power of growth mindset can succeed beyond their wildest imagination. The key is having a growth-mindset teacher who provides support, guidance, and encouragement. Packed with research-based teaching methods, this approachable guide for applying the growth mindset offers:• Tips for overcoming challenges• Strategies for inspiring students• Ideas for constructive feedback• Techniques for improving communication• Examples of engaging lesson plansThe follow-up to the bestselling The Growth Mindset Coach, this expert handbook highlights several best practices for helping students realize their potential, explore new opportunities, and succeed socially and academically.
Death in the Fearful Night (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsWhen a serial killer stalks a sleepy English village, a Scotland Yard detective must search for clues among terrified townsfolk in this classic mystery.Samuel Bracknell is found dead in his home with a knife in his back. It’s the third murder of its kind in as many weeks, and the residents of Carleton Unthank are left shaken. When Superintendent Littlejohn learns that all three crimes were committed with the same knife, a disturbing question arises: why, then, was the knife left in Bracknell’s body?When a fourth body turns up, this one an apparent suicide, Littlejohn is baffled. This once quaint village is gaining a ghoulish reputation. As the threat of murder looms each time the sun sets, Littlejohn must face sleep-deprived residents, no clues, and a race against the clock to prevent the body count from rising any further.
Death in Dark Glasses (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsThe disappearance of a reclusive widower sends Detective Littlejohn on a far-flung hunt for a killer in this classic British mystery.It was meant to be a fool-proof scheme. The victim was someone who wouldn’t be missed, yet even the most meticulous criminals can make mistakes. When questions about a minor case of fraud lead to a missing persons case, the local bank’s chief inspector calls in Detective Littlejohn to investigate.It seems that a bank customer has disappeared just after withdrawing a large sum of money. The only clue to his whereabouts is a note on his front door saying he’d gone abroad. But when they discover the man’s brother had been murdered, Littlejohn realizes something sinister is afoot.
Drawing People: Learn How to Draw Realistic Figures, Expressive Poses, and Lifelike Portraits (How to Draw Books)
by Lise HerzogDiscover how to draw true-to-life human figures and poses with detailed step-by-step instructions and tips & tricks on the best drawing techniques. Grab your sketchbook, pens, and pencils and follow along as this instructional drawing guide teaches you everything you need to know about creating the most realistic human figures. With more than 150 easy-to-follow illustrations, Drawing People is the perfect guide for aspiring artists looking to develop their people-drawing skills. Start off simple with learning how to draw basic body shapes. By the end, you will have gained the anatomical knowledge you need to make your human figures as realistic as possible including learning to draw: · Specific muscle groups · Artistic body poses · Lifelike portraits · And much more Whether you&’re a beginner or a drawing pro, Drawing People is the perfect book for anyone looking to hone their technical drawing skills and take their illustrations to the next level.
The Other Oregon: A Thriller
by Steve AndersonA Portland activist ventures into rural militia country to face a threat from his past in this crime thriller by the author of the Kaspar Brothers series. Greg Simmons is an idealist. From his home in Portland, he&’s a major proponent of the Cascadia independence movement. All of which makes him an unlikely informant for the FBI. But when the Bureau calls on Greg to investigate a dangerous militia group in rural Oregon, he knows exactly why: his old friend Donny Wilkie is likely involved. Greg and Donny have been estranged for years. But if Donny&’s involved in something dangerous, Greg intends to pursue the threat on his own—because he needs to make sure Donny never unearths the dark secrets they buried years ago. In the remote town of Pineburg, Greg is a fish out of water. As he grapples with dangers both old and new, he and Donny must come to a new understanding . . . or face the deadly truth of their shared past.
Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants
by Bradford AngierRevised and updated: The classic illustrated reference for today&’s foragers. With essential information on each plant&’s characteristics, distribution, and edibility, as well as updated taxonomy and eighteen new species, this is the second edition of Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants—the practical handbook for finding, preparing, and eating plants growing in the wild. This guide to North American wild edibles has been a nature classic for over thirty years. Now David K. Foster revises Bradford Angier&’s invaluable foraging reference. Scientific information for a general audience and full-color illustrations combine with intriguing accounts of the plants&’ uses, making this a practical and informative resource for modern-day foragers.
Utah Beach: The Amphibious Landing and Airborne Operations on D-Day, June 6, 1944
by Joseph Balkoski&“A first-class history, impeccably researched and skillfully written . . . by the foremost historian of the American D-Day experience.&” —Naval History Added to the invasion plan largely at the insistence of British General Bernard Montgomery, the attack at Utah Beach aimed to secure the Cotentin Peninsula and ultimately seize the port of Cherbourg. Although the assault on Utah Beach became one of the most successful American military operations of World War II, it was fraught with risk from the beginning: Not only was Utah the most isolated of the five D-Day beaches, but the airborne operation was of unprecedented size and scope. Despite the perils, American troops cascaded into that corner of Normandy from the sea and the sky, gaining a military triumph that contributed decisively to Allied success on D-Day. With many never-before-published firsthand accounts from the men who were there; detailed maps providing minute-by-minute insight into the combat; photos; and comprehensive lists of all of Medal of Honor and Distinguished Service Cross recipients at Utah Beach, this book, a companion to the author&’s Omaha Beach, is both an engaging narrative and a tribute to the men who stormed the beaches and dropped from the sky. &“Even the most seasoned historian will find something new in these pages.&” —Army magazine &“[A] groundbreaking analysis of the other half of America&’s D-Day.&” —Dennis Showalter, author of Patton and Rommel
101 Ways to Conquer Teen Anxiety: Simple Tips, Techniques and Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety, Worry and Panic Attacks
by Jon Patrick Hatcher Thomas McDonaghA QUICK, HANDS-ON BOOK OF EXERCISES CLINICALLY PROVEN TO MANAGE ANXIETY. Teens today are more stressed than ever. Whether they face problems with school, friends, parents or all of the above, teens need help. Based on cognitive behavioral therapy, the mostwidely used and popular anxiety therapy among clinicians, 101 Ways to Conquer Teen Anxiety offers dozens of beneficial quizzes, activities, tips and illustrations to help teens: • Identify the most common anxiety triggers • Learn essential skills to prevent anxiety attacks • Redirect risky behavior, including substance abuse and self-harm • Understand the options of therapy and medication• Overcome the spike-and-relapse cycle From mindfulness meditation and the repetition of positive mantras to diaphragmatic breathing and nature walks, the activities in this book both calm the body and keep thoughts from spiraling.
Ketogenic Pressure Cooker: 100 Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Nutrient-Packed Low-Carb Meals
by Aileen AblogThe first book to combine the low-carb, fat-burning ketogenic diet with the popular, fast, and easy pressure cooking methodThanks to your powerful pressure cooker and this helpful cookbook, following the ketogenic diet has never been easier. Start with protein. Add fresh veggies. Toss in some spices. Press start. You’re on your way to healthy eating!Cut cook time, boost nutrients and supercharge flavor with this book’s mouthwatering recipes, such as:• Lemon Chicken Soup• Salmon Alfredo Zoodles• Korean-Inspired Pulled Pork• Barbecue Beef Boneless Short Ribs• Spicy Coconut Prawns• Turkey Wing Vindaloo• Spaghetti Squash and Ham Tetrazzini• Hot Salami and Kale Soup• Plus desserts, broths and more!
Focus & Filter: Professional Techniques for Mastering Digital Photography and Capturing the Perfect Shot
by Andrew DarlowFree yourself from Auto Mode with indispensable tricks and techniques for professional-quality photos with your DSLR or mirrorless camera. Revealing insider secrets and easy-to-learn techniques for stunning photos, this book teaches you how to take beautiful images anywhere with DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Focus & Filter, a must-have guide by award-winning photographer Andrew Darlow, features fifty techniques, fifty Pro Assignments, and more than 250 color photographs that show you how to capture: *Candid and formal portraits *Safari-quality animal pictures *Spectacular nighttime cityscapes *Breathtaking fireworks photos *Dramatic high-speed motion *Mouthwatering food photos *Glare-free shots through glass Whether you&’re enjoying a hobby or building a career in photography, Focus & Filter includes all the technical advice you need to hone your skills, from choosing your equipment and setting up your studio to mastering camera settings, working in the field, and building rapport with your models.
Land With No Sun: A Year in Vietnam with the 173rd Airborne
by Commander Ted G ArthursA first-person history of the action seen by the United States airborne infantry brigade in Vietnam, from a Silver Star awarded Command Sergeant Major. A no-holds-barred, straight-in-your-face account of combat in Vietnam. You know it's going to be hot when your brigade is referred to as a Fireball unit. From May 1967 through May 1968, Ted Arthurs was in the thick of it, humping an eighty-pound rucksack through triple canopy jungle, chasing down the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam. As sergeant major for a battalion of eight-hundred men, it was his job to see them through this jungle hell and get them back home again.
A Soldier in the Cockpit: From Rifles to Typhoons in WWII (Stackpole Military History Series)
by Ron PottingerIn this WWII memoir, a British rifleman turned fighter pilot recounts his frontline experiences, both on ground and in the skies. Ron Pottinger served his country through the entirety of the Second World War. Assigned to the infantry in 1939, he soon became a rifleman in the Royal Fusiliers. Later, he was able to transfer to the Royal Air Force, where he began flying the 7.5-ton Hawker Typhoon. In A Soldier in the Cockpit, Pottinger recounts dozens of dangerous ground attack missions, flying over occupied Europe through bad weather, heavy flak, and enemy fighters. Though he was eventually shot down and taken prisoner, he survived to tell his tale.
Lost Kin (The Kaspar Brothers)
by Steve AndersonBrothers divided by WWII reunite on a mission of justice in the chaos of early Cold War Europe in this historical espionage thriller. Occupied Munich, 1946: Irina, a Cossack refugee, confesses to murdering a GI, but American captain Harry Kaspar doesn&’t buy it. As Harry scours the devastated city for the truth, it leads him to his long-lost German brother, Max, who returned to Hitler&’s Germany before the war. Max has a questionable past, and he needs Harry for the cause that could redeem him: rescuing Irina&’s stranded clan of Cossacks. Disowned by the Allies, they are now being hunted by Soviet death squads—the cold-blooded upshot of a callous postwar policy. As a harsh winter brews and the Cold War looms, Harry and Max embark on a desperate rescue mission along the German-Czech border. As a mysterious figure shadows them, everyone is suspect—even those who have pledged to help. But before the Kaspar brothers can save the innocent victims of peace, grave secrets threaten to damn them all.
The Case of the Demented Spiv (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsWhen a petty hoodlum encounters murder most foul, Inspector Littlejohn must uncover the dark secrets of a sleepy English village in this classic mystery.It’s a quiet night at the Oddfellow’s Arms until a stranger walks in. He looks like your average, untrustworthy, street corner spiv. But when he starts ranting to anyone who will listen about a dead body at Fennings’ Mill, he seems more like a raving lunatic. When local police investigate the mad-man’s tale, they find a grimly peculiar corpse: the face is smeared with theatrical makeup and a false mustache is pasted neatly over the lip. Once reporters descend on the tiny village, Scotland Yard sends Inspector Littlejohn to assist the investigation. But he quickly discovers that more than a few residents are telling lies, and the victim’s costume conceals a truly perplexing case.
Beyond Bullets: Creative Journaling Ideas to Customize Your Personal Productivity System
by Megan RutellEasy, inspiring suggestions for bullet journaling, a unique organizational tool to make your daily planning more productive and artistic. Fun, colorful, and creative suggestions for the newest productivity phenomenon! Going beyond basic tools, BEYOND BULLETS offers tips, tricks and creative ways to transform your notebook into a treasured life companion, including: • Ornamental lettering • Personalized habit trackers • Colorful calendars • Decorative headers • Customized productivity lists • Inspiring artwork • Creative future logs • Unique planning pagesBEYOND BULLETS is the perfect guide to motivate beginners to start a daily journal routine, or for intermediate to advanced journalers to take their practice to the next level!
Half-mast for the Deemster (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsInspector Littlejohn is drawn into a perplexing case when a judge is murdered on the Isle of Man in this classic British mystery.The small community of Castletown has plenty of odd customs—one being the office of Deemster, who serves as every sort of judge rolled into one. When Inspector Littlejohn arrives on the island for a sporting holiday, this particular custom is brought to his attention with the utmost urgency . . . because Deemster Quantrell has just been killed.The local police are glad to have the hotshot from Scotland Yard take the lead on such a perplexing case. Though the deemster was beloved by all, someone went to great lengths to poison him with cyanide in his private lunch room. As the investigation uncovers dark secrets and hidden crimes, other victims meet their end. And Littlejohn must act fast before a ruthless killer strikes again.
Thunder on Bataan: The First American Tank Battles of World War II
by Donald L Caldwell&“An incisive, readable account of a group of National Guard tankers who fought in the Philippines in the opening phase of America&’s war in the Pacific.&” —Robert S. Cameron, Ph.D., military historian and author of Mobility, Shock, and Firepower: The Emergence of the U.S. Army&’s Armor Branch, 1917-1945 The American Provisional Tank Group had been in the Philippines only three weeks when the Japanese attacked the islands hours after the raid on Pearl Harbor. Sent north to meet the Japanese landings in Lingayen Gulf, the men of the PTG found themselves thrust into a critical role when the Philippine Army could not hold back the Japanese. When General MacArthur ordered the retreat to Bataan, the PTG proved itself indispensable. During early months of 1942, the light tanks of the PTG patrolled Bataan&’s beaches, encircling and destroying Japanese penetrations and small amphibious landings. By April 1942, the situation had become untenable, and 15,000 Americans, along with 60,000 Filipinos, surrendered in one of the worst defeats in U.S. military history. The Provisional Tank Group ceased to exist, and its men endured the Bataan Death March, the torture and starvation of POW camps, the hell ships that took them to Japan and Manchuria for slave labor, and the Palawan massacre. In an evocatively written book, Donald L. Caldwell reveals the largely ignored role of tanks in the Philippine campaign. Conducting impressive primary research to bring to life the combat history of the PTG, Caldwell has dug deeper to tell the stories of soldiers from each of the group&’s six companies, recounting their service from enlistment, training, and combat to imprisonment, liberation, and return home. &“Remarkable . . . [A] well-told history . . . highly recommended.&” —Jay A. Stout, LtCol (Ret), USMC, author of Air Apaches
Death of a Shadow (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries)
by George BellairsScotland Yard takes on a murder case that may have international implications . . . During a police conference in Geneva, a detective named Alec Cling had been assigned to ensure the personal safety of the British minister of security. But Cling couldn&’t even ensure his own safety. He&’s been found dead in a car in the middle of a rose garden. And the car in question just happened to be hired by Superintendent Littlejohn. Littlejohn is assigned to the case in London and, for once, finds that he isn&’t short of potential motives. The victim was a loner who seemed to hate everyone and everything, aside from children, old people, and dogs. Littlejohn is determined to crack this case before it becomes an international crisis, and sets off on a trail that leads him through a seedy hotel in Geneva, a mental clinic in the mountains, and an airport in London. Will he manage to head off disaster, or is this case simply too big for Littlejohn? This is a superb British mystery from an author acclaimed for the &“jolly, civilized way in which he writes a detective story&” (The New York Times).
The Big Book of 30-Day Fitness Challenges: 60 Habit-Forming Routines to Make Working Out Fun
by Andie ThuesonEasy-to-follow, kid-friendly workouts you can fit into your busy lifestyle, to increase your daily activity level and improve you and your family’s health.Sticking to a fitness routine has never been this much fun!We all know we should be getting some level of physical activity every day. But it’s hard to decide which kind. And it’s even harder to find the time. Packed with fun fitness ideas, this creative and colorful book offers over sixty month-long challenges that solve both those issues.Each challenge is broken down day by day so you always know exactly what you should be doing, and provides a tracker so you can see your progress. The challenges range from low-impact yoga flows to running routines to family group activities, and also include support challenges and habits to improve your mental toughness and endurance.The Big Book of 30-Day Fitness Challenges will be the most fun you ever have exercising and the easiest way to build a healthy exercise habit.
Death in High Provence (The Inspector Littlejohn Mysteries #Vol. 14)
by George BellairsA British detective goes undercover in the South of France to investigate a suspicious death in this twisting mystery.A British ministry official wants Inspector Littlejohn to look into the death of his brother and sister-in-law who were killed in an automobile accident outside a small village in southern France. Though the French police ruled it an accident, the official isn’t satisfied. Something seems wrong. With no jurisdiction in Provence, Littlejohn must investigate unofficially. So, he and his wife decide to vacation in the area. Soon witnesses start disappearing, the couple discovers they’re being followed, and the local marquis tells Littlejohn that it may be time to go back home. But the detective isn’t going anywhere until he solves the deadly mystery that reaches back to a shooting incident from before World War II.