The wildfire risk management in buildings
Despite increasing investments in wildfire management, the occurrence of larger and more intense wildfires has become more frequent. Consequently, the impact on infrastructure located in high-risk areas has led to dramatic situations, involving the destruction of assets with significant economic and social value and, in extreme cases, the loss of human lives. This work aims to share technical and scientific knowledge on the most effective ways to manage wildfire risk in buildings, specifically dwellings. Three essential components are considered - the building itself, its surroundings, and self-protection capacity. These are examined in relation to current legislation and policies in Portugal. The content will be of primary interest to both technical and non-technical professionals involved in wildland-urban interface fire management, as well as to the general public, especially to citizens with buildings located in fire-prone areas.
Wings & Behemoths
Synopsis for Tribe book one by Louise Sibley. Abi Roberts has it all: wealthy parents, a gorgeous boyfriend, great college friends, and a lifestyle that others could only fantasise about. However, her idyllic existence is shattered one fateful night when her parents abruptly awaken her and force her into a nightmare scenario that will change the course of her life.Amidst the chaos, Abi finds an unexpected saviour in Farrell, a man she has never met before. Farrell has been seeing Abi in his dreams since childhood, and when the opportunity comes to help her, he jumps in and saves her, taking her home to stay with his family. Farrell's family live off-grid, with no tech, no phones, and a lifestyle that seems like a relic from the past, but with his help, Abi tries to discover what her parents were running from and who is now coming after her.************************
Bond of the Brotherhood
A riveting and emotionally powerful portrayal of the formative journey taken by an only child of a single mother in Toronto, Canada, during the 1980s, a time characterized by high immigration, racial tension, and economic despair. Fueled by a love of rock music, bicycling, and adventure, J. David Dutch invites readers into the audacious, often mischievous, escapades he experienced in this firsthand coming-of-age story set in a world before mobile phones and the internet. Within this vivid landscape, identity and relationships are shaped through a culture of weekend partying, live concerts, and unforgettable shared experiences. Finding supportive friends who can be trusted is challenging, and respect is hard to find. At the same time, concerns about finding a suitable male role model leads to an abusive relationship that threatens to tear mother from child. After curating a dependable set of friends, circumstances become increasingly reckless once the older brother of a friend and his buddy return on the scene. When the unthinkable occurs to a member of the inner circle, it changes the lives of those impacted forever, and from the ashes the bond of the brotherhood is formed.
Am I Ready?
How old do you have to be to become a Christian? What does it feel like to be baptized?Do you have to be baptized in front of the whole church? Young people havea lot of questions about becoming a Christian, don't they? Welcome to "Am I Ready?"This study book will help you answer your questions about Christianity. You will learnwhat the Bible teaches about the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how to respond to it.You will also learn a lot about yourself, and whether you are ready to obey the Gospeland be a Christian. This is a serious study but you will enjoy working in the Bible andlearning so much about such an important subject.
Sarah and Jacob
In this work of pure imagination, the author immerses us in a series of captivating chronicles that span from 1680 to 1837, blending history and fiction with remarkable fi nesse. At the heart of these narratives stands Adam Coeuret, a man mysteriously spared from the galleys by Royal Grace in 1672, who becomes the common thread of a plot that probes the justice system of his time and its many ambiguities. Through his fate, the author explores the darker corners of judicial machinery-where sentencing, escapes, and unearned freedoms intertwine. But Adam's destiny, as murky as it is strange, takes an unexpected turn after the Affair of the Poisons, with revelations about his possible future that reshape how his era is perceived. Through a mosaic of chronicles, characters like Sarah, Jacob, Martha, and George cross paths in increasingly complex situations: a disturbed magician, gambling games in 1807, long-held secrets unveiled in Biarritz in 1837. In each era, the thread of injustice is woven-between lies and hidden truths. A journey through centuries where justice, power, and madness intertwine, shedding light on the failures of a system sometimes too eager to shield the guilty. Page after page, the reader is invited to refl ect on the persistence of injustice, from the time of poisons to the present day
Sisyphus
Aram Kakay Falah, an eminent voice from the heart of Iraqi Kurdistan, has carved a distinguished niche for himself in the world of Kurdish literature. With a writing career spanning over 35 years, his published works have reverberated deeply among Kurdish literati.Sisyphus: The Boy with Two Hearts is a modern retelling of the ancient Sisyphean tale. It replaces the boulder with an artificial heart, exploring the myriad facets of heartbreak, both inflicted by others and self-imposed. The narrative weaves profound life questions, from the romantic dilemmas of Mardin, who has to choose between two brothers with whom she is in love, the heart's dual nature explored by Dr. Bawanur, to the self-inflicted pain of lost love experienced by Malak. Intriguingly, Falah also explores the theme of identity through names, illustrating how Malak's unconventional name affects his life and relationships.This mesmerizing literary journey makes Aram Kakay Falah's work a compelling read for anyone seeking to explore authentic Kurdish storytelling.
The Astonishing Tale of Amelia Fudge
Discover the magical world of Amelia Fudge, where friendship and adventure are the greatest magic of all! When nine-year-old Amelia Fudge discovers a forgotten diary under her bedroom floor, her world turns upside down. Soon, she's whisked off to the land of Evermore - a place trapped in eternal night and ruled by the dark sorceress, Gazandra Shortooth. The Astonishing Tale of Amelia Fudge is a charming and empowering story for young readers ready to explore their first fantasy world. Perfect for children aged 7-10 who love magical adventures, mysteries, and stories of friendship. This chapter book will delight fans of Enid Blyton, The Worst Witch, and The Faraway Tree. Why kids will love it: - A fast-paced story full of wonder and excitement- A brave, relatable heroine they can root for- An enchanting new world to explore Why parents will love it: - Family-friendly themes of friendship, courage, and kindness- Engaging chapters to encourage independent reading- Ideal for bedtime reading or school book projects If your child enjoys magical, imaginative children's chapter books, The Astonishing Tale of Amelia Fudge might become their new favourite read. Order your copy today and set sail for Evermore!
Roses & Resilience
Roses & Resilience: A Warrior in a Floral Field is a soul-baring collection that blossoms with vulnerability, power, and rebirth. Through vivid metaphors and raw emotion, Author T.S. Connor invites readers into a sacred garden where beauty meets battle. Each poem is a petal torn from a journey of heartbreak, healing, self-discovery, and spiritual awakening.This is not just a book of poetry, it's a testimony. A love letter to the women who fight quietly, rise gracefully, and bloom wildly despite the storms. From moments of softness to declarations of strength, these verses remind us that even in the most delicate fields, warriors grow.Step into the garden. Feel the thorns. Smell the roses. Witness the resilience.
Overcoming
Overcoming: On Broken Pieces is the true story of Princess Ford, a woman who faced betrayal, abuse, loss, and injustice, yet chose healing over hiding. From trauma to triumph, she shares her journey with raw honesty and unshakable faith.This is your reminder: Shattered doesn't mean stopped.Broken doesn't mean buried.You can overcome- even on broken pieces.
Stickertopium: Gorgeous Gothic
Celebrate the gorgeousness of all things Gothic, with over 400 vintage art stickers, perfect for decorating, scrapbooking, crafting, and collecting. Explore the gloriously spooky world of vintage Gothic art, the inspiration behind characters from Dracula to Wednesday Addams. Over 400 high-quality art stickers cover popular Gothic themes, from fashion to architecture, animals andplants, as well as skeletons and mystic symbols. Use the stickers to personalize bags, laptops, and accessories, to bring your own spooky style everywhere you go. Add them to scrapbooks or journals. Or simply leave them in the book to enjoy as a treasured keepsake. Packed to the belfry with stunning vintage art, Stickertopium: Gorgeous Gothic is perfect for a horror-themed art project, a Halloween gift, or a treat for that special spooky someone.
Fox's Hiccups
A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper is looking forward to a good rest after a busy day, when peace is interrupted by a loud crash. The fox has come to ask for Percy's help and soon finds a most unusual cure for his hiccups...A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth.Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!
Beano Betty and the Yeti: A Monstrous Mess
Join Betty and Yeti as they create a monstrous mess - will they be able to clean it all up before the groan-ups notice there's a yeti living under their roof? Life with a yeti secretly living in your bedroom comes with its hazards: the mess is constant, every day is pure chaos and don't even get Betty started on the smell ...But it's all worth it, because how many kids can say they have a lovable furry yeti for a best friend? Join Betty and Yeti for another year of messy mayhem! "Betty and the Yeti is funny, furry and fantastic! Hilarious and wonderfully silly, Betty and her Yeti are comic heroes in the making. A brilliant book, and Hugh is a certified comic genius!" - Jamie Smart, author of Bunny vs Monkey and Looshkin
Blood Lies in the Pages
A new terrifying collection of short horrors from the author of Summerside Lake Massacre and The Eyeless.Dare you turn the pages?Would you have second thoughts knowing the terrors that hide inside?Where the eccentric owner of an exotic pet store is hiding a ghastly experiment?Where an encounter in the woods at night leads to a most violent act?Or where a young girl is certain there's something terribly wrong with her new doll?For blood lies within these pages, ladies and gentlemen, and for those of you that choose to read further, prepare to be doused. Contains essays When Dinosaurs Roared and A Nightmare Segway
Everything Customer Experience
Unlock the full potential of your business with this comprehensive collection of customer experience strategies, tools, and insights. Everything Customer Experience brings together three essential volumes by expert Carlo A. DeMaio into one set.Whether you're just beginning your CX journey or looking to elevate your existing efforts, this box set offers everything you need to build loyalty, increase satisfaction, and drive measurable business growth.
Knowledge Co-Creation in Climate and Marine Governance
Attack of the Food Zombies
Rogue scientist creates a chemical that renders foods addictively delicious. The ravenous food zombies it spawns will literally eat your lunch!The chase is on when disgraced scientist Edwin Kane invents the chemical gustatene that renders any food irresistible! In this "sci-fry" thriller, Kane is pursued for his formula by corrupt food industrialists who want to use gustatene as a secret additive to make their snacks even more addictive. Cutthroat drug lords plan to peddle gustatene as a lucrative super-cocaine. Veganite terrorists battling Big Meat seek to use it as a weapon-because when sprayed on crowds it drives them into a cannibalistic frenzy! And, horror of horrors, if released into the environment, gustatene would spawn a global horde of food zombies! Also after Kane are a by-the-book FBI agent, an eccentric FDA investigator, and a world-renowned chef. Can the heroes stop Kane and thwart the villains? Can they cure food zombies and prevent gustatene's spread? "Fast paced and action-packed, Attack of the Food Zombies will captivate readers." Publishers Weekly reviewer.
Not Just Fine
NOT JUST FINEA Novel About Feeling in a Filtered World"I'm fine."It's the most spoken lie in the world.In a future that feels strangely like the present, schools track moods through wearable bands, offices monitor emotions for productivity, and even homes are equipped with parental control apps that score behaviour on screens. Calmness is rewarded. Silence is expected. Compliance is everything.But beneath this polished surface, a quiet storm brews.At Harmony School, a boy named Raghav begins to question the system after his best friend, Aryan, mysteriously disappears. At Nalanda University, Neha and her friends form a secret circle to rediscover forgotten emotions. In a corporate tower in Bengaluru, Aarav, a young coder, tries to break free from the emotional algorithms he helped build. And across the country, parents, teachers, and students awaken to a painful truth - a generation has been trained to suppress what makes them human.Not Just Fine is a powerful, multi-layered novel that weaves together school life, college rebellion, family dilemmas, and tech-driven workplaces into one emotionally charged narrative. It's a call to slow down, to speak up, and to feel - in a world that tells us not to.Perfect for readers of dystopian fiction, contemporary social novels, and anyone who's ever whispered "I'm fine" when they weren't - this story invites us to reclaim our most powerful right: The right to feel - unfiltered, unmeasured, and unapologetically real.
Wildlife's Second Chance
Have you ever witnessed a wild animal in distress and wondered how to help it? Wildlife's Second Chance provides information that helps you give the animal a second chance to survive. The important message here is, "Always call a wildlife rescue organization first before handling wildlife." Wildlife's Second Chance will delight readers with true wildlife rescue stories. Photographs show how the veterinarians and technicians managed the rehabilitation of birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, bats, and more. Wildlife's Second Chance explains why wild animals which live close to human activity are at greater risk for injuries, poisoning, contamination and becoming orphaned. This has given rise for the need of non-profit wildlife rescue organizations. Working under strict regulations, they accept injured wildlife and rehabilitate the lucky ones to become healthy and returned to their wild home. This book salutes the volunteers who assist the non-profit wildlife rescue groups. Their sole reward is knowing they play vital roles giving injured wildlife a second chance to be healthy and free. A purpose of this book is to reveal how we can do a better job of protecting the wild animals living in our cities, towns, farms, sports, and industrial sites. Americans and Canadians value their wildlife and the wild habitats. These are at risk due to climate change and shifting environmental policies. Wildlife's Second Chance provides options on how we can ensure both remain healthy. Beautiful photographs of wild animals in their natural habitat are on the pages of Wildlife's Second Chance. Both a reference manual and an enjoyable read, Wildlife's Second Chance fits into everyone's personal library or coffee table.
Black Man's Kids
Twenty years after their father-known on the streets of Atlanta as Black Man, a once-revered civil rights leader-is sentenced to life in prison, his six children and their mother are still grappling with his absence. But when one of them is arrested for attempting to kill the man who sexually abused her daughter, their already-fractured world explodes into chaos. Once celebrated as a hometown hero, Black Man was condemned for a crime of passion-an act meant to protect his community from drugs and corruption. However, after the trial, the same people he fought for turned their backs on him. His name was erased. His family was left behind to bear the weight of his past-and survive without him. Now, with the media circling and the justice system once again threatening to destroy one of their own, the spotlight returns to the family no one wanted to remember. As buried secrets emerge and old wounds bleed into the present, the family must confront the truth about who their father was-and who they've become in his shadow. Black Man's Kids is a deeply emotional, powerful generational saga about betrayal, survival, redemption, and the enduring fight for truth in the aftermath of a fallen hero.
Soft Emperor
The book examines how Qatar transformed from a small Gulf state into a global player through soft power diplomacy, using media networks, sports initiatives, educational investments, and commercial partnerships instead of military force. The book argues Qatar built a "silent empire" by leveraging unconventional tools like Al Jazeera, hosting the FIFA World Cup, strategic investments, and cultural institutions to achieve international influence far exceeding its geographical size. Through ten comprehensive chapters covering soft power theory, Middle Eastern politics, economic diplomacy, national branding, sports diplomacy, knowledge-based economy, and the Qatar-Saudi crisis, the study reveals how Qatar redefined global politics by proving cultural, economic, and media influence can be more effective than traditional coercive power, positioning Qatar as a "soft emperor" in the modern international system.
Why Everyone Should Learn Swahili (But No One Ever Listens)
Why Everyone Should Learn Swahili (But No One Ever Listens)Swahili isn't just a language-it's a journey into the heart of Africa. Spoken by over 200 million people and used in the African Union, Swahili is the bridge connecting diverse cultures, countries, and communities across the continent.In this engaging and humorous exploration, Why Everyone Should Learn Swahili (But No One Ever Listens) takes you through the history, culture, and global impact of one of Africa's most beautiful languages. Whether you're a student, traveler, or Afro-enthusiast, this book will inspire you to embrace Swahili as more than just a language-it's a cultural revolution.Discover the global influence of Swahili - from Disney's Hakuna Matata to its role in pop culture and diplomacy.Learn how Swahili opens doors to travel, business, and deeper cultural connections.Uncover practical tips to make learning Swahili fun and accessible (even if you think you're terrible with languages!).Celebrate the vibrant cultures and traditions of Africa through its most widely spoken language.
Omega
In a world divided by economic inequality, the elite's war for resources triggers global disaster. The release of a genetically engineered pathogen, Omega Xylophia-9.11.13, wipes out much of the population, leaving survivors with unusual heterochromatic eyes and a range of new abilities.As society rebuilds, those born with extraordinary powers-botanical manipulation, enhanced intellect, and telekinesis-become crucial to its survival. But harsh laws and oppressive regimes force a quarter of the population to become wanderers, known as the "Vagary."In this new, dystopian world, the fight for freedom, survival, and power has only just begun.
The Healing Nature of Earth
Explore the healing properties of Earth in this insightful book, part of a series dedicated to nature's restorative power. What can be more fundamental to our existence than the Earth itself? Our connection to the planet is encapsulated in the ancient archetype of Earth as the nurturing Great Mother, Gaia - a concept revered by our ancestors who understood the intricate balance between Earth and humanity. The Healing Nature of Earth delves into this timeless relationship, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary insights into Earth's energies. It explores creation myths and the symbolism of Earth as the benevolent Mother, alongside rituals and beliefs that span cultures and scientific disciplines. This book explains ways to enhance personal well-being - whether mental, physical, or spiritual - empowering us to look toward holistic healing and forging a harmonious path forward for both ourselves and to safeguard the health of our fragile planet. Chapters include: - Earth science - Sacred Earth - Ancient Practices
The Incredible Adventures of Jeffy the Squirrel
Jeffy the Squirrel works at Useful Electronic Devices, where he spends his days tinkering with quirky tech and selling handy gadgets that spark curiosity-and occasionally sparks. When a private space company launches a campaign to promote space tourism, they choose Jeffy to be its furry, forward-thinking face.Soon, Jeffy finds himself aboard the International Space Station, learning the ropes of zero gravity while discovering that space has more surprises than his latest invention. Light-hearted and imaginative, Jeffy Goes to Space is a comic book packed with nutty charm, clever turns, and just enough mischief to make orbit unforgettable.
Beautiful Freedom
BEAUTIFUL FREEDOM THE BUTTERFLY EFFECTBrings enlightenment on living life with purpose, and seeing value in everything.
The Cycle Hatred
The Cycle of Hatred is a gripping tale that delves into the Southern Sudanese struggle for liberation from oppressive northern Arab rule. It vividly portrays the brutality, slavery, and relentless quest for freedom in a volatile environment. The narrative intricately explores the complexities of relationships, identity, and survival in a society plagued by prejudice and violence.Told through the eyes of Bakhita Nyanut Garang, a fourteen-year-old Sudanese girl orphaned after a Reizigat attack on her village, the story follows her harrowing journey. Nyanut endures sexual abuse from her ruthless Arab master, Abdallah, and receives meager food rations for her labor in Abdallah's restaurant in Aweil town. Upon learning about the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army, her sole desire becomes reaching Bilpam to arm herself and seek revenge for the injustices inflicted upon her, her family, and her village.Will Nyanut make it to Bilpam and return to settle the scores, or will she perish in the chaos?
The Wild Canary
The wild canary, officially known as the goldfinch, has lived in my heart since early childhood. I have layers and layers of fond memories of these beauties flocking, dipping and diving to feast in our corn fields every autumn. In the summertime, while nesting, they were splendid residents in our meadows where they would perch and serenade us from atop the purple thistles that abounded there. Today, they adorn our bird feeders with their brilliant color in harmony with the cardinals, oriels and wrens. I love them all, but find the wild canary speaks ever so eloquently to the child that exists in us all.
August Island Rike Paper Company
August Island Rike is the third book in my Cemetery Sitting series set in Seattle. With a mixture of old and new characters we'll learn how to navigate through every day-whether it brings happiness, success, life, death, grief or the understanding of a day as we process through. We'll also witness how one moment can change a life-being in the wrong place at the wrong time or how planning to commit a crime can turn into becoming the victim.Detective Jeffrey Muncer and Detective Metevior are returning to investigate new crimes on the streets of Seattle, solve older cases, and taking on current multilayered investigations. August Rike, Hector, Remy, Mrs. Peterson, and Willow are a few new characters you'll be introduced to. Join them on their journey through life, death, and witness how each process grief differently.
God's Idea Behind Coming Together
God's Idea Behind Coming Together Are you preparing for marriage and desire to lay a godly, lasting foundation? Are you already married but sense there is a deeper purpose God wants you to rediscover in your union? God's Idea Behind Coming Together is a timely, spirit-filled guide designed to help singles make destiny-defining decisions in choosing a life partner, and to help married couples rediscover God's original purpose for their marriage. It is a book that highlights God's mind in bringing two different people from different backgrounds and cultures together, not just for companionship, but for His divine purpose. In this book, Monday Bidemi Dele, a pastor with Living Faith Church Worldwide under Bishop David Oyedepo, shares timeless truths drawn from God's Word and practical experiences in guiding many into purposeful marriages. As a husband to Deaconess Temitope Dele and father to Daniel and David, his passion for seeing marriages thrive in God's plan shines through every page. You will discover the importance of prayer in choosing a life partner, how to manage your time during courtship, and how to lay the right foundation for a marriage that glorifies God and brings true joy. This is more than a book; it is a compass for singles and a refreshing well of purpose for married couples who desire to align their homes with God's design. If you desire a marriage that reflects God's mind, protects your destiny, and advances His kingdom, let God's Idea Behind Coming Together guide your steps into a fulfilling and impactful union.
Where Are My Keys
Where Are My Keys is a charming and sharply witty novel that captures the hilarity and exhaustion of modern motherhood with delightful precision. Stephie Delcourt introduces readers to a protagonist who seems to be holding everything, and everyone, together, one misplaced item at a time. Between raising three teenage boys, managing a demanding job as a pharmacist, and navigating a household that never quite stays in order, our narrator often finds herself at the center of a familiar domestic storm. But instead of breaking down, she laughs, and invites you to laugh with her. Through a series of sharp reflections and heartwarming anecdotes, Where Are My Keys reveals the quiet heroism and vibrant humor in the everyday. Whether it's dealing with laundry disasters, locating missing shoes minutes before school runs, or rekindling romance with her husband amid the noise of it all, she shows how chaos can coexist with grace.Stephie's voice is warm, authentic, and deeply relatable. Drawing on her own experience as a mother and healthcare worker, she crafts a tale that's at once deeply personal and universally resonant. Perfect for fans of witty, slice-of-life fiction and anyone who has ever wondered how their keys, and their sanity, always seem to be just out of reach, this is a book that feels like a conversation with your funniest, most honest friend.
A Book of Shorts
A collection of short stories and poems written during more than fiftly years. Fact and fiction, family life, humour and tragedy.
Truman's Friends
Do you enjoy reading about history, experiencing poetry, or analyzing political commentary? Do you want to relive a great love story? This book may be for you! Great historic photos too! Truman's Friends is the enduring saga about what could be termed the "eternal" love between Mary Paxton an Independence socialite, journalist, and Charlie Ross, a professor, journalist, and eventually Press Secretary to Harry S Truman. While Mary and Charlie did not have a close relationship during High School, love blossomed at the University of Missouri in Columbia. They may have been dating before Mary became a journalism student. Charlie, at 23, was one of the first professors of Journalism in the United States and Mary's mentor. Secretly engaged, they hoped to protect Charlie. When Mary graduated in 1910, as the first female journalism student, she was offered a job as a reporter at the Kansas City Post. It was an exciting time for her. Meanwhile back at MU, Charlie missed Mary and asked her to leave her job. They planned to be married in 1911. Marriage plans failed because of Charlie's family who demanded him to support six sisters and a mother. He could not also support a spouse. This sent Mary into a terrible dungeon. While Mary was experiencing a mental and physical breakdown, Charlie quickly married Florence in 1913, a young coed at MU and became the father of two children. Charlie was on his way to wealth and notoriety. Mary's breakdown lasted for at least two years. Rambling from job to job until 1918, she finally volunteered to become a Canteen girl in France during WWI. While in France, she kept a fascinating diary. Upon the return to the United States in 1919, a war-torn Mary, unexpectedly married Mike, a farmer and they soon had one child. Very early in their marriage, Mike became mentally ill, violent, and unable to cope with life because of an inherited kidney disease. This sent Mary into another black hole where she became very sick. Her father urged her to return to college and obtain a master's degree. In the same year that her father died, she graduated from MU, and Mike passed away. During her years as professor of journalism at Christian College, now Columbia College, she wrote to Charlie and they met occasionally. They expressed their love for each other, but Charlie could not divorce Florence probably because she was Roman Catholic. The divorce would have harmed both of Mary's and Charlie's careers. Mary continued writing and created love sonnets to be given to Charlie at her death. Ironically, Charlie passed away 36 years before Mary, who eventually lived to be 100 years old. During their lives Mary wrote several books, plays, magazine articles and more. Charlie advanced his career with the Saint Louis Post Dispatch and became a national influencer. He had his own syndicated byline, "The Washington Letter." When Harry S Truman took over the White House in 1945, he named Charlie as his first Press Secretary. Mary knew her students well. Later in life she wrote, "I see so many college graduates, who never read a book after they take off their cap and gown. In fact, of all the women I know, and they are people I like and even love, have no intellectual curiosity. Something a college teacher only encounters once every few years." Learning was also one of the things that kept Mary alive so long. "When you quit wanting to learn things, you are dead, and might as well be buried, except there is a law against burying people who are physically alive, but dead mentally. Intellectual curiosity is something rare, and when a teacher finds a student who possesses it, that is a great day." Truman's Friends tells their love story and remembers their famous writings and influence on the United States, the world, and particularly Columbia, Missouri.
Scotland's Clans & Their Tartans
Explore the fascinating history of Scotland's clans and explore the stories behind their iconic tartans in this comprehensive guide. Scotland's Clans & their Tartans offers an authoritative exploration of the origins and evolution of Scotland's unique clan system, tracing its roots back to the 5th century in Ireland, where the Scots originally lived. From the Abercrombies to the Wemyss clan, this comprehensive book provides detailed entries on the history of each clan, including their geographical origins, notable clansmen, and the evolution of their distinctive tartan patterns. With over 150 tartans beautifully displayed in full color images, this guide serves as both a visual celebration and an exhaustively researched reference for historians, enthusiasts, and anyone with an ancestral connection to Scotland alike. Whether you're a proud Scot or simply fascinated by the intricacies of Scottish heritage, Scotland's Clans & their Tartans will make an essential addition to your collection.
Tales of the Macabre
Step into the shadows of the everyday... if you dare.In Tales of the Macabre, Michael Darcy masterfully pulls back the curtain on the chilling horrors lurking just beneath the surface of ordinary life. From the unsettling quiet of a desolate gas station to the ominous secrets hidden within forgotten rooms and the ancient dread clinging to a remote lighthouse, these twelve gripping short stories will transform the familiar into the terrifying.Prepare to question what's real as mundane moments twist into supernatural nightmares, where a simple taxi ride can lead to an inescapable fate and a mysterious gift holds a truth too dark to bear.Darcy's debut collection is a journey into the heart of fear, where the line between sanity and madness blurs, and the bell tolls for us all.Are you ready to face the macabre?
Rural Vision
The first book on rural architecture firm Christoph Hesse Architects. Christoph Hesse Architects is based in Berlin and Korbach, a small town in the northwestern part of the German federal state of Hesse. This rural area in the green heart of Germany is the location of most of the projects the firm has realized since its establishment in 2010, though occasionally, they do plant their rural concepts into an urban context. Christoph Hesse Architects and their friends see their designs as open places of culture. On the one hand, they are catalysts for change in thought, intended to change people's perspectives and stimulate self-efficacy in society. On the other hand, they are actual interventions in globally prevailing structures that can be disrupted and changed locally. Thus, the firm distinguishes between projects acting as perspective changes and as system changers. Rural Vision is the first monograph on Christoph Hesse Architects. It also constitutes a manifesto that illustrates how collaborative projects create social, ecological, and economic points of contact and dialogue. Moreover, they promote sustainable change that not only improves lives in rural areas but also redefines change as a source of innovation and social progress. The book offers alternative strategies based on selected projects through photos, visualizations, drawings, and plans, as well as essays and conversations.
The Appian Way
Uncovers scenographer Adolphe Appia's forgotten architectural influence. Adolphe Appia (1862-1928) is a prominent figure in the history of modern theater, best known for his writings on the mise-en-sc癡ne and stage design for the operas of Richard Wagner. Far less is known about the Swiss scenographer's importance in twentieth-century architecture and aesthetics. The Appian Way is the definitive account of Appia's significance in this field. It is centered on his remarkable drawings that are at once austere and atmospheric: framing a series of scenes capturing stairs, landings, platforms, and terraces, all staged before a distant horizon under a luminous sky, the drawings are generally monochrome, but the subtle hues of the paper imbue each with a distinctive, ambient undertone. Appia himself might be thought about in the same way; he was distant yet also enigmatically present in the ensuing drama of modern architecture and stage design. Comprised of four main chapters and a coda, this engaging and accessible book is structured as a dramatic story that traces the contours of Appia's life--his personal circumstances, convictions, aesthetic preferences, desires, and motivations--all aimed at constructing a comprehensive portrayal of his life and his work, within the horizons of his time. Appia's drawings are reproduced here in full color, accompanied by a vast range of archival material, much of which has never been published.
Buildings for People and Plants by Workac
An exploration of ten recent projects by WORKac and their connections to the surrounding environment. Buildings for People and Plants by WORKac is a thoughtfully curated architectural exploration by Amale Andraos and Dan Wood, the New York-based design firm's co-founders. The compelling volume, featuring ten of WORKac's most recent projects, such as the North Boulder Library, the Rhode Island School of Design's Student Success Center, and the Miami Museum Garage, navigates through the interconnected realms of architecture, environment, and social sustainability. The book includes an introductory essay by Andraos and Wood and a visual presentation that showcases how their architectural projects engage with their specific cultural and environmental contexts to support both people and plants. It also includes a conversation with the two architects, conducted by the Orange County Museum of Art's director Heidi Zuckerman, a critical essay by architecture critic Nicolai Ouroussoff, and an appendix with detailed information on the featured projects round out this volume. It is a visual treat that extends the narrative of their previous book, WORKac: We'll Get There When We Cross That Bridge, and showcases their latest explorations in architecture and community-centric design.
Death Without Fear
Fear of death is primal and universal, an inexorable part of the human condition. And yet, Western Culture perpetuates denial and avoidance, a conspiracy of silence. Whether existential distress is centered on personal mortality or loss of loved ones, the process of dying or death itself, this authoritative yet accessible manual for mortals offers relief. Informed by more than four decades of clinical experience, it contains a curated collection of the most resonant philosophical, spiritual, psychological, and practical answers to death anxiety. From the ancient wisdom of sages and shamans to contemporary, empirically derived approaches, abundant guided exercises facilitate self-reflection, insight, and application, providing readers with tools to replace fear with acceptance and live more freely and fully.
Teruko Yokoi
A study of the abstract paintings of Japanese-Swiss painter Teruko Yokoi. The work of Japanese-Swiss painter Teruko Yokoi (1924-2020) is characterized by unflagging creative energy and constant evolution. In Teruko Yokoi, art historian Kuniko Satonobu Spirig, who is also of Japanese origin, analyzes and explains cultural and biographical relations in Yokoi's art, as well as the influences of abstract expressionism on her painting technique. Raised in the city of Tsushima on the Japanese island of the same name, Yokoi moved to Tokyo in 1949, where she attended the private Joshibi University of Art and Design. In 1954, she moved to the United States, where she completed her education at the San Francisco Art Institute and with painters Hans Hofmann and Julian E. Levi in New York. There she met artists such as Sam Francis, whom she married in 1959, Mark Rothko, and Kenzo Okada. In this environment, she drew new energy and began to develop her own style of abstraction and invent her own idiom. In 1962, she moved to Switzerland, where she lived and worked tirelessly in the city of Bern until her death. Teruko Yokoi takes an in-depth look at her painting methods and her vocabulary of abstraction, which was formulated over the course of a long artistic career.
