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In a series of intersecting narratives that explore variations of that ineffable feeling of love, Handler--who also writes as Lemony Snicket--crafts a moving and shifting story exploring the frustrating glory of this most troublesome of emotions.

Caroline and her family have just moved to Meadowview Street. Where's the meadow? Where's the view? When a small wildflower begins to grow in her backyard, Caroline and her family soon transform the yard into a wildlife habitat. Full color.

In this hilarious and brightly illustrated riff on RThe Farmer in the Dell, Sfans of the ever-popular rhyme will be delighted to learn what happens to thehunk of cheese, which stands all alone at the end of the song. Full color.

A must-have for Star Wars fans-the definitive behind-the-scenes history of the classic film that started it allAfter the 1973 success of American Graffiti, filmmaker George Lucas made the fateful decision to pursue a longtime dream project: a space fantasy movie unlike any ever produced. Lucas envisioned a swashbuckling SF saga inspired by the Flash Gordon serials classic American westerns, the epic cinema of Japanese auteur Akira Kurosawa, an...

Can a family of five from deep in the heart of Dixie find happiness smack dab in the middle of France?French By Heart is the story of an all-American family pulling up stakes and finding a new home in Clermont-Ferrand, a city four hours south of Paris known more for its smoke-spitting factories and car dealerships than for its location in the Auvergne, the lush heartland of France dotted with crumbling castles and sunflower fields. The Ramseys...

In this delightful new series, a magical carousel takes contemporary girls into different adventures. When Megan begins to ride the carousel's beautiful circus pony Sparkle, she and Sparkle are whisked away to a real circus. Illustrations.

The Tudors is an intimate, delicious, and daring drama revealing the early years of Henry VIII, an idealistic, lustful tyrant torn between bedding wives and mistresses and conquering Europe. This is not the story of the old, fat Henry you've read about in history books. At eighteen, the throne and the entire world became his. Young, sexy, and the most powerful man of his time, the king was known for his good looks and athletic prowess. He was ...

A critically acclaimed true-crime writer reveals the shocking story of the 2004 murder of a beloved college professor in Virginia, and the twisted conspiracy of lies, rage, paranoia, manipulation, and savage murder involving his ex-wife, who claimed to be in Texas at the time of his death. Original.

Center Stage 2: Grammar to Communicate, by Lynn Bonesteel and Samuela Eckstut-Didier, gives your students the communicative skills to start using English effectively in their daily lives.Center Stage 2 is an integrated course that supports student learning and achievement. Practical language and timely topics motivate high-beginning students to master grammar along with speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Student Book FeaturesGra...

Starting with the anticipation of a new baby's arrival, this book from Emmy Award-winning comedian Billy Crystal celebrates all the moments, great and small, that a new grandpa is ready to share. Whether it's taking a nap together or attending baseball games, this grandpa just can't wait for his grandchild to be born.

What is emo? For starters it's a form of melodic, confessional, or EMOtional punk rock. But emo is more than a genre of music-it's the defining counterculture movement of the '00s. EVERYBODY HURTS is a reference book for emo, tracing its angsty roots all the way from Shakespeare to Holden Caufield to today's most popular bands. There's nothing new about that perfect chocolate and peanut butter combination--teenagers and angst. What is new is t...

Vivid and remarkably fresh...Philbrick has recast the Pilgrims for the ages."--The New York Times Book ReviewFinalist for the Pulitzer Prize in HistoryNew York Times Book Review Top Ten books of the YearHow did America begin? That simple question launches the acclaimed author of In the Hurricane's Eye and Valiant Ambition on an extraordinary journey to understand the truth behind our most sacred national myth: the voyage of the Mayflower and t...

In the midst of heated battle, Ed and Prince Lin of Xing are swallowed whole by the homunculus Gluttony. Will they survive the depths of Gluttony's gullet like Jonah inside the whale, or has Al lost his brother for good? 13 and up.

When the Twolegs destroy the warrior Clans' forest home, Graystripe—second in command of ThunderClan—is captured trying to help his comrades escape! Trapped in the pampered life of a kittypet, Graystripe has all the food and shelter he needs from his affectionate Twoleg family, but this is not the way he wants to live. The forest is calling him, and he never stops longing to go home. When he makes friends with a feisty kittypet named Millie, s...

On the rack of romance. And also in the oven of luuurve.Woe is Georgia: Dave the Laugh has declared his love for her (at least she thinks he was talking about her), and she has finally given Masimo an ultimatum to be her one and only and he has to think about it. And will she ever be able to stop thinking about the Sex God plucking his guitar strings of loveosity?

From the fearful crossing of the stormy Atlantic to the growth of the early settlements, from the French and Indian War and the unrest of the 1760s to the inevitable break with England—here is an insightful and fascinating account of the transformation of an unknown land into an extraordinary nation.In this provocative history of colonial America, William R. Polk explores the key events and individuals that defined this critical epoch by offer...

America's Women tells the story of more than four centuries of history. It features a stunning array of personalities, from the women peering worriedly over the side of the Mayflower to feminists having a grand old time protesting beauty pageants and bridal fairs. Courageous, silly, funny, and heartbreaking, these women shaped the nation and our vision of what it means to be female in America.By culling the most fascinating characters -- the a...

Wenn die Ehefrau einen Geliebten hat, kann das einen Mann ganz schön aus der Bahn werfen. Auch dann, wenn man selber nicht immer der treuste Gatte war. Julius zieht von zu Hause aus, ins Büro geht er auch nicht mehr. Er verbringt seine Tage damit, heimlich seine Frau Paula zu beobachten, wie sie sich mit Stefan, dem anderen Mann, trifft. Als Stefan einen Mitbewohner für seine WG sucht, meldet sich Julius...

Overcoming Intolerance in South Africa investigates the degree to which the political culture of South Africa - the beliefs, values, and attitudes toward politics held by ordinary people impedes or promotes the consolidation of democratic reform. One set of values is of particular concern in this study - political tolerance. The authors contend that political tolerance is a crucial element of democratic political cultures in general, but that ...

A compelling account of one man's coming to terms with his own mortality, and in the process learning how to live a fuller life. At times lighthearted, this is a deeply probing and fascinating snapshot of today's often-absurd politics regarding equal rights and healthcare, and a must-read for anyone affected by HIV or the AIDS virus. Mr. Carlyle writes with conviction and a true affection for the reader, an insightful account that will leave y...