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Leaving Microsoft to Change the World: An Entrepeneur's Odyssey to Educate the World's Children
by John E. WoodsA trip to Nepal convinced Wood to divert the energy he was devoting to Microsoft into a cause that needed addressing - educating all children
Below Suspicion
by John Dickson CarrDr. Gideon Fell sees clues in a red garter, a set of silver candelabra, and some strange patterns in a mound of dust.
The Third Bullet and Other Stories
by John Dickson CarrThe short stories are: The Third Bullet, The Clue of the Red Wig, The House in Goblin Wood, The Wrong Problem, The Proverbial Murder, The Locked Room, and The Gentleman from Paris.
Mind Catcher
by John Darnton13-year-old Tyler lies in a hospital, his brain damaged in an accident. Two doctors use their experiments to send Tyler far beyond medical science...
Neanderthal
by John DarntonIn the remote mountains of central Asia, an eminent Harvard archeologist discovers something extraordinary. He sends a cryptic message to two colleagues, then disappears.
The Wapshot Chronicle
by John CheeverThis National Book Award winner depicts the lives of the Wapshot family members, residents of the fishing village St. Botolphs, Massachusetts.
To the Manner Born
by John ChalonerThere are lots of ways of living in the country, but usually, unless 'to the manner born,' it is as an outsider. This is about the inside way, via the Rolls Royce (vintage of course)...
The Thinker's Way: 8 Steps to a Richer Life
by John ChaffeeYour life is a work of art that you create. Make yours a masterpiece. Filled with examples and exercises, you can keep sight of your goals, make good decisions and create the life you want.
Semantics and Communication
by John C. Condon Jr.New to the third edition is an exploration of creativity and problem solving in terms of semantics.
Master Skylark
by John BennettAn exciting story set in an accurate reproduction of the life and color of Elizabethan England.
The Eyes of the Killer Robot (Johnny Dixon #4)
by John Bellairs13-year-old Johnny Dixon is put in jeopardy when he and Professor Childermass try to find a robot made many years ago by an evil wizard.
The House with a Clock in Its Walls (Lewis Barnavelt #1)
by John BellairsA boy goes to live with his magician uncle in a mansion that has a clock hidden in the walls which is ticking off the minutes until doomsday.
The Spell of the Sorcerer's Skull (Johnny Dixon #3)
by John BellairsWhen Johnny and the Professor discover an old heirloom clock, the terror begins. The professor vanishes and Johnny is left to solve the mystery alone.
Beethoven's Symphonies: A Guided Tour
by John Bell YoungThe latest release in this value rich book/CD series brings us the great German composer who bridged the classical and romantic eras. In Beethoven's Symphonies: A Guided Tour, readers are treated to a detailed nuts-and-bolts description in easy-to-understand English of each of the famous nine Beethoven symphonies. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to read, listen, and learn more about Beethoven (1770-1827), and discover how this musical genius changed the face of orchestral music forever.
Britain at the Polls 2005
by John Bartle Anthony KingThis is the eighth in a series of volumes analyzing each British general election since February 1974 (excepting 1987) in terms of major social, economic, and political developments prior to the elections, assessment of these developments on the election outcome, and speculation on the future of British politics. The editors present nine chapters reviewing events of Blair's second term, analyzing the developments in the Conservative Party, and considering issues of European Unification, the media, and federalism. Other topics include an analysis of the reasons for Labour's victory, American views of Blair across the political spectrum, and the possibilities for Labour maintaining political hegemony. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Boom Chicka Rock
by John Archambault12 mice who live in a cuckoo clock wander out to find birthday cake and have a party while Max the cat sleeps.
Knots on a Counting Rope
by John Archambault Bill Martin Jr.Boy-Strength-of-Blue-Horses and his grandfather reminisce about the young blind boy's birth, his first horse, and an exciting horse race.
The Braggin' Dragon
by John Archambault Bill Martin Jr.For young children, a dragon practices for his school spelling bee.
The Accompanist: An Autobiography of Andre Benoist
by Andre Benoist John Anthony MalteseBenoist moved from France to the US and became the accompanist of musicians such as Jascha Heifetz and Albert Spalding, with many tours, recordings, concerts and broadcasts over decades.
Eyes of Laura Mars
by John A. Carpenter H. B. GilmourShe saw everything through the eyes of a psychopathic killer who turned her bizarre, sadistic and brutal sexual fantasies into real life ... and death.
Class President
by Johanna HurwitzA fifth-grade class election is full of surprises when Julio nominates his best friend but ends up becoming much more involved!
Presidente de la Clase
by Johanna HurwitzLas elecciones del presidente de la clase de quinto grado entre Lucas Cott el payaso de la clase y Cricket Kaufman la preferida de los maestros, mantienen una diferencia minima. Sin embargo las elecciones tendran un final inesperado, es posible que Julio con su gran habilidad de liderazgo se incluya en la contienda sin traicionar a su mejor amigo.
School's Out
by Johanna HurwitzThere's going to be a French girl named Genevieve living in Lucas' house all summer to help out his mother. Lucas thinks his summer has been ruined. Who needs a full-time baby-sitter hanging around?
Helix
by Desmond Ryan Joel ShurkinAn unknown, virulent disease breaks out in a major American city. The symptoms are brief, violent, and usually fatal. The source of the disease is traced to a makeshift laboratory in Philadelphia.