The French political philosopher Raymond Aron once observed that the twentieth century "could have been Germany's century." In 1900, the country was Europe's preeminent power, its material strength and strident militaristic ethos apparently balanced by a vital culture and extraordinary scientific ac[...]
Today's preeminent biographer for young people brings to life our colorful 26th president. Conservationist, hunter, family man, and politician, Teddy Roosevelt commanded the respect and admiration of many who marveled at his energy, drive and achievements. An ALA Notable Book. A School Library Journ[...]
The accolades speak for themselves: "Fritz draws the readers into scenes from her youth in the turbulent China of the mid-twenties. One comes to appreciate the generous affection of her nurse/companion Lin Nai-Nai, the isolating distance in her mother's grief over losing a second child, the dynamics[...]
In a story that is as gripping as it is historical, Jean Fritz reveals the true life of Pocahontas. Though at first permitted to move freely between the Indian and the white worlds, Pocahontas was eventually torn between her new life and the culture that shaped her.[...]
Greg Anderson and Elizabeth Joy Roe are perhaps the most thrilling young duo performing today, offering adrenalized classical concerts that are revolutionizing the piano duo experience for the 21st century. Described as "Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers transposed from the dance floor to the keyboard"[...]
This is a collection of funny, crazy, ironic, sometimes, zany views of the conventions of Christmas, involving Father Christmas, various angels, kings and shepherds, Botticelli, the Devil, a couple living 2000 years ago and constant appearances of the author/artist himself. It is presented for your [...]
It was a war that shaped the modern world, fought on five continents, claiming the lives of ten million people. Two great nations met each other on the field of battle for the first time. But were they so very different? For the first time, and drawing widely on archive material in the form of orig[...]
Announcing a new collection of stories by Fritz Leiber. Assembled here is a selection of Mr. Leiber's best horrific tales, many of which have been virtually unobtainable for decades. From the riveting "Spider Mansion" and "The Phantom Slayer" from Weird Tales to the more recent "Lie Still, Snow Whit[...]
"A Chronometer is a precision watch, which is regulated in various positions and at different temperatures and has received a certificate to that effect." This definition of a chronometer was formulated in 1951 by the Organization of Swiss Watch Manufacturers. This book gives a detailed account of c[...]
Middle-aged San Francisco horror writer Franz Westen is rediscovering ordinary life following a long alcoholic binge. Then one day, peering at his apartment window from atop a nearby hill, he sees a pale brown thing lean out his window...and wave.
This encounter sends Westen on a quest through a[...]
Established for more than thirty years as one of the world's most widely read gynecology texts, "Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility" is now in its Eighth Edition. In a clear, user-friendly style enhanced by abundant illustrations, algorithms, and tables, this book provides a complete[...]
"The Art of Distillng Whiskey and Other Spirits" is an encyclopedic guide to the thousand-year history and dynamic future of the distillation of whiskey, vodka, gin, rum, brandy, and more. This carefully researched book will give the reader a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of just what[...]
Showing CEO's and managers how to put aside conventional notions of space based on hierarchies and status, innovative ideas for the reengineered corporation, virtual organization, and high-performance workplace offer alternatives to energize employees and increase productivity.[...]
This revised translation of Fritz Graf's highly acclaimed introduction to Greek mythology offers a chronological account of the principal Greek myths that appear in the surviving literary and artistic sources and concurrently documents the history of interpretation of Greek mythology from the 17th c[...]
Challenging the myth that Fritz Lang's best work ended when he reached Hollywood, Reynold Humphries takes a new look at seventeen of the director's twenty-two American films. Made between 1936 and 1956, these films- Fury, You Only Live Once, You and Me, Man Hunt, Hangmen Also Die, The Ministry [...]
'A well-researched, clearly written book...Petruska Clarkson and JenniferMackewn did a splendid job organizing the theoretical material...Their judicious use of graphics enhances their discussions...The chapter on Perls' contributions to practice is nicely peppered by samples of his actual therapy [...]
Painting Techniques of China and Japan.
How the exploits of German panzers were reported to the home front Covers the 3rd Panzer Division during the invasion of the Soviet Union Contains original articles by war correspondents who witnessed the battles Detailed analyses and context provided by two panzer experts First time in English[...]
How the exploits of panzer troops were reported on the German home front Covers the 3rd Panzer Division from its breakthrough of the Stalin Line until its halt outside Moscow Contains original articles by war correspondents who witnessed the battles Detailed analyses and context provided by two panz[...]
" Alois Dwenger, writing from the front in May of 1942, complained that people forgot "the actions of simple soldiers....I believe that true heroism lies in bearing this dreadful everyday life." In exploring the reality of the Landser, the average German soldier in World War II, through letters, dia[...]