For a decade Philip Connors has spent nearly half of each year in a 7' x 7' fire lookout tower, 10,000 feet above sea level, keeping watch over one of the most fire-prone forests in America. Fire Season is his remarkable reflection on work, untamed fire, our place in the wild, and the charms of soli[...]

Contains the complete text of both Secret of the Clans and Code of the Clans.Welcome to the world of ThunderClan, RiverClan, ShadowClan, WindClan, and SkyClan. . . . Here, the secrets behind the Clans are revealed. Find out how apprentices learn to fight, hunt, and help their Clans. Explore the terr[...]

Forty of the greatest fictional festivities as seen through the eyes of the world's greatest writers.People love to party. And writers love to attend and document these occasions. The party is a useful literary device, not only for social commentary and satire but also as an occasion where character[...]

A hilarious contemporary realistic YA debut novel about a rather cynical Black French Canadian teen who moves to Austin, Texas, and experiences the cliches and joys of the American high school experience-including falling in love. Perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon and When Dimple Met Rishi.Norris Kapl[...]

Sheriff Joanna Brady's best intentions to stay on maternity leave take a hit when a serial homicide case rocks Cochise County, dragging her into a far-reaching investigation to bring down a relentless killer in this chilling tale of suspense from New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance.This ti[...]

An in-depth guide to groundwater management and assessment which delivers a real-world look at the problems and solutions of groundwater management and assessment. It contains information and case studies covering essentials such as waste site clean-ups, ground water sampling, and aquifer contaminat[...]

This is the proven approach to prospecting for the long sales cycle. It's a fact: 92 percent of C-level executives never respond to e-mail blasts or cold calls ...so why would you continue to rely on these approaches to generate new business? If you're like most sales professionals, it's time to tra[...]

Appleyard and Field's "International Economics" offers a consistent level of analysis and treatment of the two main subdivisions of international economics--international trade theory and policy and international monetary theory and policy. Comprehensive and clear, International Economics helps stud[...]

Life is a precious gift, miraculous and amazing but we are not always able to appreciate this miracle fully. When we face obstacles and difficulties our lives can become such a struggle that we lose touch with the amazingness of it all. This little book is full of ways to bring the magic back into y[...]

Published for the first time in the UK, Syd Field, acclaimed writer and director, tells you step-by-step how to identify and fix common screenwriting problems, providing the professional secrets that make films brilliant - secrets that can make your screenplay a success. He provides easily understoo[...]

Sediments and sedimentary rocks cover 70% of the Earth's surface, and make up a significant portion of the geological record. Understanding the processes (physical, chemical and biological) that lead to formation of sedimentary material is key in disciplines ranging from geology to environmental sci[...]

Provides engineers with the tools and techniques for formulating plans, designs, cost estimates and specifications for pipeline construction and field maintenance and modernization programs. This book covers the design, construction, and operation of onshore pipeline systems.[...]