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A throrough collection of Pacific Islander folklore, legends, mythology, and ghost stories.

Interprets the evolution of Chinese politics during the years 1972-82. This book provides a detailed study of the end of the Maoist era, demonstrating Mao's continuing dominance even as his ability to control events ebbed away.

This title takes an in-depth look at the mathematics in the context of voting and electoral systems, with focus on simple ballots, complex elections, fairness, approval voting, ties, fair and unfair voting, and manipulation techniques. The exposition opens with a sketch of the mathematics behind...

The role of the textile finisher has become increasingly demanding, and now requires a careful balance between the compatibility of different finishing products and treatments and the application processes used to provide textiles with desirable properties. In one comprehensive book, Chemical finishing...

We have all had that one teacher in our life, who has tortured us in one way or another. Times...Two is the tale of a boy named Dean, who is besieged by the nefarious teacher: Mrs. Blumgarter. With the help of his bestfriend and his wits, can the boy survive the treacherous school year? Follow Dean...

with contributions by Pathologists from 14 Countries

Nick Lupo: A cop, a werewolf…and a target! Homicide detective—and werewolf—Nick Lupo is hoping to finally have a chance to focus his attentions on the woman he loves, instead of the Wolfpaw mercenary werewolves who tried so hard to kill him. Lupo survived that battle—barely—and brought...

Nothing's more dangerous than a wounded wolf! Injured by an explosion, homicide detective Nick Lupo should heal right up because he's a werewolf! But something keeps him from shifting into wolf form, making him unable to heal. New Mafia boss Joe Rabbioso is after Lupo, seeking his very brutal...

It is May of 1990 when Simon Fischer steps off the bus in Promise, Saskatchewan. A recent college graduate with a promising career looming ominously before him, Simon has decided to take some time to fi nd out what he wants next in life. As he begins his summer working as a hired farmhand,...

The Dhammapada was accepted at the Council of Asoka in 240 B.C. as a collection of the sayings of Gautama; yet it was not put into writing until some generations had passed, and probably contains accretions of later date. However that may be, there is no doubt that it breathes the very spirit of the...

For years, Celeste and her father have taken shelter high in the treacherous mountains. They've been struggling to survive alone since their family succumbed to the same sickness that conquered the world. But Celeste is hungry and restless, eager for a return to civilization. She dreams of what...