J R: 3742 books

This collection of travel tales describes unexpected surprises that have expanded my thinking. These memories dangle like charms on a bracelet—shiny, unique, and precious. There are stories within the stories, and they reflect many aspects of traveling. They describe high points and low points, sidesplitting...

"Beauty and the Beast" is an 1841 play in two acts by J. R. Planche. Based on the 1740 fairy tale by French novelist Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve, this fantastic abridged retelling is perfect for modern stage productions and is not to be missed by fans and lovers of the timeless...

Three-time thru-hiker J. R. Tate explores the traditions and lore of the Appalachian Trail.

“The classic book on the subject . . . Meticulous research” (William Hartston, author of The Kings of Chess). An epic work that took more than a decade to complete, A History of Chess is a historic undertaking that shattered preconceptions about the game upon its original publication in...

This is the third edition of J R Spencer's now well established book which seeks to explain this area of law for the benefit of judges, criminal practitioners and academics teaching the law of evidence. In the past, the rule excluding evidence of the defendant's general bad character and disposition...

First published in 1989, Skyscrapers Hide the Heavens continues to earn wide acclaim for its comprehensive account of Native-newcomer relations throughout Canada’s history. Author J.R. Miller charts the deterioration of the relationship from the initial, mutually beneficial contact in the fur trade...

Canadians greeted the disruptions in Native-newcomer relations that occasionally erupted during the 1990s with incomprehension. Politicians, journalists, and ordinary citizens understood neither how nor why the crisis of the moment had arisen, much less how its deep historical roots made it resistant...

When a prominent attorney is found stabbed to death, Detective Bela Garcia discovers that the victim had numerous extramarital affairs over the years, and any number of women, single and married, including his spouse, could be a suspect. Hampering Bela's investigative effort is her boss and ex-husband,...

Covers a range of literary and linguistic subjects from pre-Islamic times to the twentieth century.

We all have regrets. Lani has more than her share including the biggest one, shooting somebody. Unable to face the consequences she hides from the truth, seeks solace in alcohol, and contemplates turning the gun on herself. Her mother will have none of that. Although dead for many years she visits Lani in spirit to help sort out her life and come to grips with her past, present, and future.

A Step-By-Step Review of the Key Hematologic Disorders Most Commonly Tested on the USMLE. Proven, Time-Tested Material Ideal for Independent Study. A Must-Have for Every Medical Student!

A Review of the Orthopedic Conditions Most Commonly Tested On the USMLE. A Must-Have for Every Medical Student!

ìIt is a great honorÖto write the foreword to such an important book edited by E.J.R. David, filled with contributions from leading and emerging psychological scholars on internalized oppression. One of the best features of the book, in my opinion, is that the chapter authorsÖare allowed to share...

Jason has cancer and is confined to his house. All he wants is to get better so he can lead a normal life, playing with other boys and girls his age. When boredom and frustration become too much, Jason wishes he had someone to play with.