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Genomic Politics: How the Revolution in Genomic Science Is Shaping American Society (Hochschild Jennifer)(Pevná vazba)

585 Kč

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A groundbreaking analysis of how the genomic revolution is transforming American society and creating new social divisions-some along racial lines-that promise to fundamentally shape American politics for years to come. The emergence of genomic science in the last quarter century has revolutionized medicine, the justice system, and our very understanding of who we are. We use genomics to determine guilt and exonerate the convicted; devise new medicines; test embryos; and discover our ethnic and national roots. One might think that, given these advances, most would favor the availability of genomic tools. Yet as Jennifer Hochschild explains in Genomic Politics , the uses of genomic science are both politically charged and hotly contested. The political divisions around genomics do not follow the usual left-right ideological divides that dominate most of

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James I (Penguin Monarchs) - The Phoenix King (Cogswell Thomas)(Paperback / softback)

200 Kč

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James's reign marked one of the rare breaks in England's monarchy. Already James VI of Scotland, he rode south on Elizabeth I's death to become James I of England and Ireland, uniting the British Isles for the first time and founding the Stuart dynasty which would, with several lurches, reign for over a century. His descendant still occupies the throne. Thomas Cogswell's dramatic biography brings James to life as a complex, learned, curious man and great survivor, one who drastically changed court life in London and presided over the Authorized Version of the Bible and the establishment of English settlements across the globe. Although he failed to unite England and Scotland, he insisted that ambassadors acknowledge him as King of Great Britain, and that vessels from both countries display a version of the current Union Flag. Cogswell tells the story of James's

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Looking for Eliza (Arbuthnot Leaf)(Paperback)

229 Kč

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'Clever, warm and funny' - ADAM KAY'Beautifully rendered, thoughtful and original' - Pandora Sykes 'A marvellous read' - Ruth Hogan Ada is a widowed writer, navigating loneliness in Oxford after the death of her husband. She has no children. No grandchildren. She fears she is becoming peripheral, another invisible woman. Eliza is a student at the university. She finds it difficult to form meaningful relationships after the estrangement of her mother and breakup with her girlfriend. After meeting through Ada's new venture, 'Rent-a-Gran', and bonding over Lapsang Souchong tea and Primo Levi, they begin to find what they're looking for in each other. But can they cast off their isolation for good? An exquisite story of connection and loss, and how a person can change another person's life. Full of heartache yet joyful and

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My Broken Vagina: One Woman's Journey to Solve Sex (Bushe Fran)(Pevná vazba)

421 Kč

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This book is one woman's funny, moving, and sometimes awkward quest to fix her sex life, but it's the story of millions of women everywhere - half of all women have felt pain during sex. During award-winning writer and performer Fran Bushe's journey towards building a better relationship with her genitals, doctors advised her to have a glass of wine to loosen up, and male friends suggested she simply hadn't 'tried' the right penis yet. Unsurprisingly, neither worked. After a visit to Sex Camp and many attempts to fix her 'broken' vagina, Fran decided to share her own hilarious, excruciating, and sometimes upsetting experiences. With the help of her 16 year old self's diary, expert advice, candid and enlightening interviews with others about sex, and some self-care exercises, Fran sets about trying to make herself, and other people, feel like they're not being gaslit by their

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Young Lawrence - A Portrait of the Legend as a Young Man (Sattin Anthony)(Paperback / softback)

276 Kč

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A biography of Lawrence of Arabia in the years that formed

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Hell of War Comes Home: Imaginative Texts from the Conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq (Gilman Owen W. Jr.)(Paperback)

1 301 Kč

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Owen W. Gilman Jr. stresses the US experience of war in the twenty-first century and argues that wherever and whenever there is war, there will be imaginative responses to it, especially the recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Since the trauma of September 11, the experience of Americans at war has been rendered honestly and fully in a wide range of texts--creative nonfiction and journalism, film, poetry, and fiction. These responses, Gilman contends, have packed a lot of power and measure up even to World War II's literature and film.Like few other books, Gilman's volume studies these new texts-- among them Kevin Powers's debut novel The Yellow Birds and Phil Klay's short stories Redeployment, along with the films The Hurt Locker, American Sniper, and Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk. For perspective, Gilman also looks at some touchstones from the Vietnam War. Compared to a

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A Room (Harrington Jorge)(Paperback)

210 Kč

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Prepare yourself for a spine-chilling journey through the pages of this gripping anthology, Six Tales of Terror. Within its compelling narratives lie stories of profound literary merit that will both captivate and haunt you.With masterful precision, the author skillfully weaves together a tapestry of horrors, each tale crafted to elicit suspense and dread, leaving you breathless and eagerly turning the pages.Delving fearlessly into the darkest recesses of the human psyche, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat, ensnaring your imagination with unexpected twists and turns.But be forewarned, dear reader, for once you have experienced these macabre tales, you may never emerge from their grasp

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Birnbaum's 2024 Disneyland Resort: The Official Vacation Guide (Birnbaum Guides)(Paperback)

420 Kč

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Millions of people visit Disneyland in Anaheim, California, each year and this is the one and only official guide. As Disneyland continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your 2023-2024 guide for: There's a new way to enter theme park attractions: Lightning Lanes. This new service offers expedited wait times for favorite shows and attractions at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. Rely on Birnbaum for an accurate description of this time-saving program. (Fees Apply).Mickey's Toontown has been refreshed and revitalized! We give the scoop on this re-imagined realm.Disneyland Park welcomes back the popular Magic Happens parade in 2023, and Birnbaum tells you all about it.There's a whole new land at Disney California Adventure theme park: Avenger's Campus! Look for details about this adventure zone.A new

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How to Beat Minecraft - Extended Edition (Robson Eddie)(Paperback / softback)

332 Kč

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An expanded and updated edition: everything a player could possibly need to finish the game in single-player survival

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Search Sweet Country (Laing Kojo)(Paperback / softback)

277 Kč

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Trouble with the Cursed (Harrison Kim)(Mass Market Paperbound)

225 Kč

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Rachel Morgan must keep her friends close--and her enemies closer--in the next Hollows novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison, now in mass market. Rachel Morgan, witch-born demon, has one unspoken rule: take chances, but pay for them yourself. With it, she has turned enemies into allies, found her place with her demon kin, and stepped up as the subrosa of Cincinnati--responsible for keeping the paranormal community at peace and in line. Life is...good? Even better, her best friend, Ivy Tamwood, is returning home. Nothing's simple, though, and Ivy's not coming alone. The vampires' ruling council insists she escort one of the long undead, hell-bent on proving that Rachel killed Cincy's master vampire to take over the city. Which, of course, Rachel totally did not do. She only transformed her a little. With Rachel's friends distracted

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The Psychology of the Language Learner Revisited (Dornyei Zoltan)(Paperback)

1 862 Kč

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Over the past decade, the focus of inquiry into the psychology of SLA has shifted from the analysis of various characteristics within individuals towards a greater consideration of individuals' dynamic interactions with diverse contexts. This revisit of the bestselling The Psychology of the Language Learner reflects on these developments by challenging some of the assumptions upon which the original text was based, maintaining the familiar structure of the original, while situating the discussion within a very different theoretical framework.Written in a lively, accessible style, the book considers how the field has evolved and maintains a keen eye on the future, suggesting exciting new directions for the psychology of SLA. The Psychology of the Language Learner Revisited will appeal to students and researchers in a wide range of disciplines, including applied

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Oxford Bookworms Library: Level 6:: The Enemy (Bagley Desmond)(Paperback / softback)

413 Kč

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Word count 28,850

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Adventuremice: Mermouse Mystery (Reeve Philip)(Paperback / softback)

181 Kč

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Wine Girl: The Trials and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier (James Victoria)(Paperback)

472 Kč

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An affecting memoir from the country's youngest sommelier, tracing her path through the glamorous but famously toxic restaurant world At just twenty-one, the age when most people are starting to drink (well, legally at least), Victoria James became the country's youngest sommelier at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Even as Victoria was selling bottles worth hundreds and thousands of dollars during the day, passing sommelier certification exams with flying colors, and receiving distinction from all kinds of press, there were still groping patrons, bosses who abused their role and status, and a trip to the hospital emergency room. It would take hitting bottom at a new restaurant and restorative trips to the vineyards where she could feel closest to the wine she loved for Victoria to re-emerge, clear-eyed and passionate, and a proud leader of her own

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Science Communication in a Crisis: An Insider's Guide (Reddy Christopher)(Paperback)

804 Kč

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Science Communication in a Crisis: An Insider's Guide identifies the principal challenges that scientists face when communicating with different stakeholder groups and offers advice on how to navigate the maze of competing interests and deliver actionable science when the clock is ticking. If a scientist's goal is to deliver content and expertise to the people who need it, then other stakeholder groups-the media, the government, industry-need to be considered as partners to collaborate with in order to solve problems. Written by established scientist Christopher Reddy, who has been on the front lines of several environmental crisis events, the book highlights ten specific challenges and reflects on mistakes made and lessons learned. Reddy's aim is not to teach scientists how to ace an interview or craft a soundbite, rather, through exploring several high-profile case

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Developing Language and Communication Skills through Effective Small Group Work - SPIRALS: From 3-8 (Nash Marion (Chartered Educational Psychologist UK))(Paperback / softback)

1 142 Kč

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Poor literacy skills have been shown to have profound effect on the life chances of children and young people. Now in its third edition, Developing Language and Communication Skills through Small Group Work provides essential information for practitioners working with linguistically struggling children. Using the Spirals language development technique predicated by psychological principles, this book contains a wealth of effective ideas to support children's language and communication. The book includes concise explanations of the terms and concepts involved, clear guidelines for setting up and running small group sessions, structured lesson plans and photocopiable

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The Routledge Companion to Latin American Cinema (D'Lugo Marvin)(Pevná vazba)

6 856 Kč

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The Routledge Companion to Latin American Cinema is the most comprehensive survey of Latin American cinemas available in a single volume. While highlighting state-of-the-field research, essays also offer readers a cohesive overview of multiple facets of filmmaking in the region, from the production system and aesthetic tendencies, to the nature of circulation and reception. The volume recognizes the recent "new cinemas" in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Mexico, and, at the same time, provides a much deeper understanding of the contemporary moment by commenting on the aesthetic trends and industrial structures in earlier periods. The collection features essays by established scholars as well as up-and-coming investigators in ways that depart from existing scholarship and suggest new directions for the

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Have We All Gone Mad?: Why Groupthink Is Rising and How to Stop It (Booth Jerome)(Pevná vazba)

489 Kč

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We like to think of ourselves as rational, but human beings are fundamentally irrational creatures - and nowhere is that more apparent than in the fug of groupthink we see around us, from the boardroom to social media. Of the various forms of collective irrationality, groupthink is particularly dangerous. It involves adherence to a faulty consensus, often has a binary moral dimension (one is seen as either virtuous or evil) and is sustained through fear to challenge. Counter-intuitively, the most intelligent and erudite amongst us are particularly susceptible, and when groupthink takes hold, vigorous efforts are made to shut down debate and to bully and punish transgressors. As a result, toleration, liberalism, history, reason and science are under threat. Mass groupthink amongst both the elite and the masses affects millions of people. It has led to financial mismanagement

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The Last Lancer: A Story of Loss and Survival in Poland and Ukraine (Czerkawska Catherine)(Paperback)

320 Kč

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An intimate story of a Polish family torn apart by war: of heartbreak, loss, and survival against the odds.Julian Czerkawski was born in 1926 near Lwow, in Polish Galicia, on a farm with fertile grain fields and orchards. He was the son of a Polish lancer--one of the famous cavalrymen who carried forward the legacy of the hussar knights.But there would be no idyllic childhood for young Julian. Soviet annexation and then, in 1941, the German occupation of Lwow changed everything. At the age of 18, he was sent to a labour camp. Fortunate to escape after the war with his life, eventually he made his way to the UK, where he married and started a family. But an ache remained for the people and places of his childhood memories, even if he spoke of them only rarely. In 2022, Putin's war in Ukraine and the sight of refugees passing through Lviv--the former

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The Flexible Method: Prepare to Prosper in the Next Global Crisis (Burstall James)(Paperback)

419 Kč

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The next shock will come Whether you run a business, lead a team or have people who depend on you, in today's uncertain and increasingly unstable world you want to be ready to respond effectively. Recent history has proven that an unexpected crisis has the potential to turn our world upside down without warning. Things can get bad, but there is always a way through. How to survive and thrive From one of the most widely quoted creative industry leaders, The Flexible Method is a tried and tested approach to preparing for and leading through crisis. Drawing on hard-won lessons from past crises and offering real-world solutions, this book will help you to build a plan you can lean on in challenging times ahead. With 16 concise lessons on taking care of your team, your finances and yourself, this is a guide to emerging from disasters stronger and

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The Case Files of Jeweler Richard (Light Novel) Vol. 2 (Tsujimura Nanako)(Paperback)

334 Kč

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DEADLY BEAUTY Seigi's eye for cut, carat, and clarity grows sharper by the day as he works under the beautiful and talented Richard. He'll need that keen eye for their next case involving a "cursed" emerald necklace that once belonged to a dead ballerina. Tasked by a famous ballet company to investigate the necklace, Richard and Seigi must, once again, plumb the multi-faceted depths of the human

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Insight Guides Iceland (Travel Guide with Free Ebook) (Insight Guides)(Paperback)

453 Kč

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Insight Guides IcelandTravel made easy. Ask local experts.Comprehensive travel guide packed with inspirational photography and fascinating cultural insights, now with free eBook.From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to Iceland is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Northern Lights, Reykjavik and the Blue Lagoon, and cultural gems like Puffin-spotting on the coast at Borgarfjorour-Eystri, Vik and Latrabjarg, the attractive harbour at Heimaey, and the spectacular Geysir, which gave its name to all the world's geysers.Features of this travel guide to Iceland: - Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights and

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Belonging in America and Mexico (Zuniga Gonzalez Daniel)(Pevná vazba)

314 Kč

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A beautifully illustrated graphic novel that explores what it means to belong in Mexico and in America, and doing what it takes to survive and thrive. Born in the US, Daniel's family moves back to Mexico when he is 9 years old. Despite looking like his peers, Daniel struggles with being accepted in his new environment. Daniel's story is presented in both English and Spanish, the two languages of Daniel's

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Flash Kids Summer: 5th Grade (Flash Kids)(Paperback)

282 Kč

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Students review the skills they learned all year so they are prepared on the first day of the new school year! It's important for kids to relax during the summer. But it's just as crucial that they retain key skills during the break. How can caregivers make time for fun and set the stage for future success? Flash Kids Summer workbooks solve the problem! The 160 pages of enjoyable activities in each book review last the previous year's lessons in math and reading--and prepare them for the year to come. Each workbook includes: Flashcards to reinforce learningTracking calendar to encourage daily and weekly engagementA certificate of completionPlus, award

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Ju 88 Aces of World War 2 (Forsyth Robert)(Paperback)

394 Kč

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Illustrated with original artwork, Ju 88 Aces of World War 2 tells the story of the aces who menaced Allied aircraft and shipping throughout the war, whether patrolling over the Bay of Biscay, to the Arctic circle opposing Allied convoys and, most successfully, as radar-equipped nightfighters engaging RAF heavy bombers during defense of the Reich operations from late 1941.Initially designed as a fast medium bomber, the Junkers Ju 88 was also used as a Zerst rer heavy fighter by the Luftwaffe. It saw its combat debut over Poland in 1939, and heavy fighter variants saw action on every front up to VE Day. The ultimate Ju 88 fighter variant was the G-model of 1944, which boasted a FuG 220 or 227 radar, an astounding array of cannon and machine gun armament, and advanced Junkers Jumo or BMW engines. A dedicated nightfighter, the first Ju 88G-1s entered service

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The Politics of Victimhood in Post-Conflict Societies: Comparative and Analytical Perspectives (Druliolle Vincent)(Pevná vazba)

4 233 Kč

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This volume sheds new light upon the role of victims in the aftermath of violence. Victims are central actors in transitional justice, the politics of memory and conflict resolution, yet the analysis of their mobilisation and political influence in these processes has been neglected. After introducing and explaining the reasons for this limited interest, the book's chapters focus on a range of settings and draw on different disciplines to offer insights into the interrelated themes of victimhood - victims, their individual and collective identities, and their role in and impact upon post-conflict societies - and the politics of victimhood - meaning how victimhood is defined, negotiated and contested, both socially and politically. Because it outlines a stimulating research agenda and challenges the view that victims are passive or apolitical, this interdisciplinary

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The Classroom Management Book (Wong Harry K.)(Paperback)

666 Kč

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You Don't Have to be Loud - A Quiet Kid's Guide to Being Heard (Brooks Ben)(Paperback / softback)

255 Kč

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You Don't Have to Be Loud is a shy kid's guide to thriving in their own (quiet) way by Ben Brooks, the author of Boys Who Dare to be Different. A positive and confidence-boosting look at what it means to be quiet - and why we should love and embrace it as part of being

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Scaredy Cats (Wood Audrey)(Paperback / softback)

205 Kč

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When Mother Cat allows her two youngest kittens to go on an errand all by themselves, they are delighted. But as they get further away from home the kittens are plagued by imaginary fairy tale fears. Will they make it to town safely, or will they really be scaredy cats and give up before they reach their destination? An amusing story that will help children to understand and overcome their own

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Analyzing Textual Information: From Words to Meanings Through Numbers (Ledolter Johannes)(Paperback)

1 025 Kč

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Researchers in the social sciences and beyond are dealing more and more with massive quantities of text data requiring analysis, from historical letters to the constant stream of content in social media. Traditional texts on statistical analysis have focused on numbers, but this book will provide a practical introduction to the quantitative analysis of textual data. Using up-to-date R methods, this book will take readers through the text analysis process, from text mining and pre-processing the text to final analysis. It includes two major case studies using historical and more contemporary text data to demonstrate the practical applications of these methods. Currently, there is no introductory how-to book on textual data analysis with R that is up-to-date and applicable across the social sciences. Code and a variety of additional resources are available on an accompanying website for

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The Possessed (Gombrowicz Witold)(Paperback)

322 Kč

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In The Possessed, Witold Gombrowicz, considered by many to be Poland's greatest modernist, draws together the familiar tropes of the Gothic novel to produce a darkly funny and playful subversion of the form. With dreams of escaping his small-town existence and the limitations of his status, a young tennis coach travels to the heart of the Polish countryside where he is to train Maja Ocholowska, a beautiful and promising player whose bourgeois family has fallen upon difficult circumstances. But no sooner has he arrived than his relationship with his pupil develops into one of twisted love and hate, and he becomes embroiled in the fantastic happenings taking place at the dilapidated castle nearby. Haunted kitchens, bewitched towels, conniving secretaries and famous clairvoyants all conspire to determine the fate of the young lovers and the mad prince residing in the castle.