Eleanor: 826 books

This volume offers the reader a series of lessons on wood-carving, designed specially for beginners and students. Easy-to-follow and profusely illustrated, 'Hints on Wood-Carving' will be of considerable utility to anyone with an interest in woodworking, and it would make for a fantastic addition...

A charming tale by Porter revolving around a young girl called Mary Marie. Her emotions true feelings and ups and downs of life are presented in a befitting manner. The novel has several emotional captivating and exciting moments that make this book worth reading.

The author weaves observations about modern society with geographical phenomena, glimpses of herself in various stages of growth, spiritual and musical impressions, and retrospective realizations of family dynamics. The book offers keen insights of human behavior and emotions, poses questions for the reader to grapple with. Each poem bears date of creation for chronological interest.

Representing an international gathering of scholars, Fields Watered with Blood—now available in paperback—constituted the first critical assessment of the full scope of Margaret Walker’s literary career. As they discuss Walker’s work, including the landmark poetry collection For My People...

The subject of conspiracy seems to be growing by leaps and bounds since the beginning of the twentieth century. If you are a novice in the field or would like to reach a deeper understanding of the subject, this book takes a wide overview of all things conspiratorial. Many Conspiracy Theories - historic...

This book contributes substantially to urban affairs and public policy literature by presenting an introduction to the complex politics and public policy issues of Washington, D.C. The uniqueness of the city, as elaborated in this volume, provides background for understanding the non-traditional congressional...

“This book provides a foundation for understanding bullying behaviors among older adults . . . and [fills] an important gap in a topic where so few other resources are available.” —Mercedes Bern-Klug, Ph.D., M.S.W., M.A., John A. Hartford Geriatric Social Work Faculty Scholar, and Director,...

Some lives speak volumes Some are silent as the grave Dearly beloved — that’s what the obituaries say — never hinting at the conflict, shame or sin that lie behind the veil. In October 2012, Paul, the author’s 18-year-old son was killed by a hit-and-run driver while walking home from an evening...

A Dream Map to the Sixth Sun Restoring Harmony and Balance to our Livesis the only tool kit you will need for entering into the age of the Sixth Sun. Set your computer aside, leave your tablet behind. All you will need is your sharpened senses to awaken from the dream of life and enter into a rich...

Providing fresh perspectives on managing expatriates in the changing host country of China, this book investigates expatriate management from a language and identity angle. The authors’ multilingual and multicultural backgrounds allow them to offer a solid view on the best practices towards managing...

Thanks to ever-greater digital connectivity, interest in oral traditions has grown beyond that of researcher and research subject to include a widening pool of global users. When new publics consume, manipulate and connect with field recordings and digital cultural archives, their involvement raises...

An interesting comedy with the undercurrent of deep satire on how money works and forms human characters. Money remains the touchstone for testing human weaknesses and attitudes. The theme is presented in a light and humorous manner that is delightful and enchanting.

In this classic of children's literature, a child takes an idyllic journey of discovery through the natural world. Awakened by birdsong and the rays of the sun, the child listens to stories of the butterfly and the ocean's waves, dines on strawberries, gossips with fireflies, and sleeps on a couch...

La vita di Miss Polly Harrington, una donna ancora giovane e bella, ma con il cuore indurito dalla solitudine e dal senso del dovere, viene travolta come da un uragano quando le piomba in casa la nipote Pollyanna, una ragazzina allegra ed esuberante. L’ottimismo e la gioia di vivere della piccola...