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This particular short essay on basic ideas in philosophy is part of our Continuing Education Series, which hopes to provide readers with thoughtful consideration of various books, stories, historical events and essays.In some cases, the manuscripts presented in this Continuing Education series...

Inspirational hugs of appreciation for the love that grandmothers share -- every day of the year.

Captain Lincoln's last day is the hardest day of his life.  An old, onetime Captain of the interstellar spaceship USNAS Hope Eternal, Lincoln always knew that this day would come. For just as birthdays are carefully planned, so are deaths. And although he must reckon with his fate, this is...

Decade after decade, Yiddish proverbs continue to capture the humor, warmth, and traditions of Jewish life. Now, the beloved Yiddish Wisdom has been expanded with even more proverbs and fresh illustrations to be cherished by a new generation. With more than 150 folk sayings translated in Yiddish and...

Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell | 101 FactsWhat are the amazing facts of Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell? If you're hungry for more of the book you’ve loved, this insightful read prepared for you will expand your knowledge and make you a book buff. Collected for readers everywhere...

The folklore of the sea has some of the most incredible and creative superstitions created by fishermen to avoid disaster and bring in a good haul of fish. In this brilliant book we have all types of charms and customs covering everything from predicting the weather to saving the lives of the men...

Cosy food holds a special place in every kitchen. Whether it's a spicy curry or robust stew that will warm your heart, you'll find it in Good Cosy Food. The titles in the Good Food series offer clever collections of easy-to-cook, flavoursome recipes which take their inspiration from a great variety...

This particular short essay on Artistic Meaning in the Heraclitean Universe is part of our Continuing Education Series, which hopes to provide readers with thoughtful consideration of various books, stories, essays, and ideas.In some cases, the manuscripts presented in this Continuing Education...

With a carefully chosen quote for each day of the year, this book will be a constant source of inspiration, accompanying you through the depths of winter to starry summer nights, and on again to Christmas and the New Year. You’ll encounter lines from novels, short stories, essays, journals, and...

Get an inside look at Algonquin’s outstanding forthcoming fiction with the Fall 2016 Algonquin Reader. Discover the inspiration behind each book through an original essay by the author. Then enjoy a preview of each novel. Leave Me by Gayle Forman On Sale September 2016 The Second Mrs....

Figuring out how to tap into inner calm—even for a few minutes each day—is essential for well-being and peace of mind. With an inspirational image and a simple guided exercise on each card, this handy deck will help you relax both mind and body and appreciate the simple pleasures all around you.

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: by Marie Kondo | Conversation Starters In our materialistic age, decluttering is essential, and Marie Kondo teaches how to do so to perfection. Having researched organizing and tidying homes and offices for years, Kondo today is a consultant who helps...

This valentine of a book is brimming with hip contemporary art celebrating matters of the heart. Flowers, hearts, doilies, chocolates, and couples holding hands are all reinvented here with a cool modern twist to create a new visual vocabulary that expresses all those tender sentiments we can't quite...

Poker is 10% luck, 90% psychology. This illustrated guide to Texas Hold 'Em, the world's most popular poker game, gives players the strategy and skills they need to make some cold, hard cash. An essential companion for any poker night, online tournament, or casino trip, this quick-reference manual...