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In the face of today’s environmental and economic challenges, doomsayers preach that the only way to stave off disaster is for humans to reverse course: to de-industrialize, re-localize, reduce consu
This deluxe mini book contains all twelve novels of one of mystery's most beloved sleuths, Miss Marple. Includes The Body in the Library, 4:50 from Paddington,and The Mirror Crack’d From Side to Side,
A Supreme Court decision, combined with regulatory gridlock and legal tricks, have fundamentally changed the role of money in politics in recent years, upending traditional bases of political power.
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After the death of his father, who held on to a black-and-white photograph of himself and another soldier--the only sign that he served in the war--a journalist embarks on a 12-year quest to understan
?As an avid fan of the game and a firm believer in the power that such objective analysis can bring to sports, I was captivated by this book. Soccernomics is an absolute must-read.”?Billy Beane, Gener
Agatha Christie, the world’s ?bestselling novelist,” according to Guinness, centered a majority of her novels and short stories on the adventures of one master detective: Hercule Poirot. Enjoy the bes
This beautiful collection brings together over 700 full-color photographs of work by leading tattoo artists from all over the world. Plus, it includes art and sketches by the artists, illuminating the
During the past decade America has crossed the fine line that separates national security from national insecurity. Major misadventures like the invasion of Iraq, the embrace of torture, the expansion
Extensively revised and updated following the fallout from the global financial crisis, the 6th edition of this highly regarded book brings the reader right up to speed with the latest financial marke
The global financial crisis that erupted in 2008 exposed the flaws in many investment strategies. This book explores the controversies that surround the management of wealth, and provides guidance on
Ed Sheeran is the soulful singer-songwriter from England who has captivated American audiences. With words by Ed Sheeran and illustrations by his childhood friend, artist Phillip Butah (who produces a
This is the extraordinary story of Geoffrey Pyke, an inventor, war reporter, escaped prisoner, campaigner, father, educator--and all-around misunderstood genius. In his day, he was described as one of
The Mammoth Book of Logical Puzzle Mazes is filled to the brim with over 450 loop-finding, path-placing, and brain-teasing mazes. It is perfect for improving your memory and sharpening your mind.
A funny thing has happened on our way to the digital utopia: we find ourselves increasingly missing reality.In this spirited book, David Sax has found story after story of entrepreneurs, artisans, and
In some parts of northwestern Nigeria, mothers studiously avoid making eye contact with their babies. Some Chinese parents go out of their way to seek confrontation with their toddlers. Japanese paren
