The demands of a Maori elite are moving steadily towards complete separation by race with a new consitution proposed to bring control by an indigenous minority with two separate Houses of Parliament and the complete elimination of equality and democracy for...

"This book analyzes the American photographer Imogen Cunningham's life, career, and body of work through three chronological essays. The book includes previously unpublished photographs and the essays draw on archival sources as well as author interviews with...

A complete history of 110 years of Alfa Romeo, the cars, the people, the racing, and the heritage. For more than 110 years, Alfa Romeo has set the standard for elegant, sophisticated, and racy Italian automobiles. The first Alfa Romeo, the Tipo 24HP, rolled...

"A memoir in verse from one of America's legendary poets In a New York Times review of Alice Notley's 2007 collection In the Pines, Joel Brouwer wrote that "the radical freshness of Notley's poems stems not from what they talk about, but how they talk, in a...

""Greg Eghigian tells the story of the world's fascination with UFOs and the prospect that they were the work of visitors from outer space. While accounts of great wonders in the sky date back to antiquity, reports of UFOs took place against the unique...

Learn card tricks that are easy to master and will astound your friends and family. The tricks are simple but impressive, and clear explanations make them accessible to every budding magician.

"Modern C# is a comprehensive guide to the best practices for effectively using C# to create value types and write better programs. The book explores the core features of the memory and object models of C#, using practical examples and real-world context"--

The author shares the details of her own fascinating and incredible life, a life in which she has had to negotiate the pain, physical restrictions, and medical interventions of Osteogenesis Imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease. She shows that despite...

"Bringing Forth the New provides a headlong introduction into the world of Chinese contemporary visual art, opening from the art world onto the political, technological and economic vectors of recent Chinese history. Each chapter reads an important facet of...

"Beginning with the decline of Asia in the "Great Divergence" of the nineteenth century, Asia after Europe offers a new interpretation of how the balance of global power changed over the course of the twentieth century, with the economic and political rise of...

"This book fills a critical niche that has long been overlooked. It specifically focuses on somatic practices to decrease stress and improve heart health. It will combine science, time-tested somatic mindfulness techniques, and patient stories to provide hope...

"Originally published in 1776, Adam Smith's The Wealth of Nations was lauded by America's founders as a landmark work of Enlightenment thinking about national wealth, statecraft, and moral virtue. Today, Smith is one of the most influential icons of economic...

"Each chapter in this remarkable consideration of American culture evokes an actual meeting between two historical figures. In 1854, as a boy, Henry James has his daguerreotype made by Mathew Brady. We encounter Brady again as he photographs Walt Whitman and...

"An incredible memoir about one man's journey to heal from his trauma through chosen family, friendship, and nature. Banning Lyon was your average 15-year-old, living in Dallas, TX. He enjoyed listening to punk rock music, skateboarding, and even had a...

"This book introduces readers to central concepts and ideas in Mexican philosophy. Couched in stories and anecdotes from the author's life, the book offers these concepts and ideas as orientations, recommendations, or exhortation for navigating today's world....

"Narcissism is one of the most difficult disorders to treat in adults, but many of the symptoms and tendencies begin in childhood when it's easier to address and curtail such behaviors. Mary Ann Little helps parents recognize the symptoms and develop parenting...

"This is the riveting tale of Argentina's sovereign debt drama, a complicated story that unfolds over 15 years and involves a host of characters, institutions, and issues. The country defaulted on its debt in 2001, restructured it in 2005, and was in court for...

"A passionate, provocative vision for solving our climate crisis from a young, forward-thinking conservative climate activist. Activists, politicians, and pseudo-experts have led us to believe that there are only two viable approaches to climate change:...

From trailblazing political activist Angela Y. Davis, a major new collection of essays and interviews that argue for a radical rethinking of our prison systems. An icon of revolutionary politics, Angela Y. Davis has been at the forefront of collective...

"What is Indian food in America?" In her eagerly anticipated debut cookbook, acclaimed food writer Khushbu Shah injects an electric and irresistible energy into the story of Indian food, with 125 recipes inspired by the cooking of the diaspora. From the savory...

"Listen in as Pete unabashedly shares historical and family stories; tells of learning the banjo, traveling with Woody Guthrie, and finding commercial success with The Weavers; explains how he wrote books and put together songs; delves into controversial...

"Facing the harrowing task of rebuilding a life in the wake of the Holocaust, many Jewish survivors, community and religious leaders, and Allied soldiers viewed marriage between Jewish women and military personnel as a way to move forward after unspeakable...

"This chapter introduces the key concepts and theories of magnetism and electricity. It provides an overview of the enigma of a balance of electric charges between electrons, protons, and nuclei. Whereas magnetism left an imprint, electric charge manifested...

"Dad Truths is the anti-parenting anthem for dads who love but are terrified of their kids"--

"The little-engine-that-could story of how a band of scrappy entrepreneurs are reviving the enterprise of manufacturing clothing in the United States"--

Hindu nationalism is transforming India, as an increasingly dominant ideology and political force. But it is also a global phenomenon, with sections of India's vast diaspora drawn to, or actively supporting, right-wing Hindu nationalism. Indians overseas can...

A new kind of retirement planning guidebook. Award-winning author, distinguished speaker, and successful businessman Hyrum W. Smith will take you on a journey of self-discovery as you start this new chapter in your life. Smith, the former CEO of Franklin Covey...

Organized by such common subject categories as home, health, and work, a colorful, illustrated bilingual dictionary covers more than six thousand words and phrases.

Super Simple Pickling for Beginners is packed with recipes for homemade vegetable and fruit pickles, plus suggestions for creative uses for each pickled fruit or vegetable in dishes and cocktails. The instructions are quick and easy, making this the perfect...

"Beowulf, composed around 700 A.D., is the first great epic poem in the English language. It tells the timeless story of a hero's fight against monsters and sets it against a complex background of political intrigue and tribal warfare. Situated in...

Brian Mulligan qualified as a physiotherapist in New Zealand in 1954. Having travelled widely for many decades teaching his Mulligan Concept to health professionals, he has been recognised internationally for his influence on the field of manual therapy. ...