The first full history of Swaine Adeney Brigg, the London makers of luxury leather goods and

Chris Hadfield\'s beautiful picture book, The Darkest Dark, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing and features a heartfelt foreword from the astronaut

WINNER, MICHAEL L. PRINTZ AWARDWINNER, CHRISTOPHER AWARDWINNER, MIDDLE EAST BOOK AWARDWALTER AWARD HONOR National BestsellerNPR Best of the YearNew York Times Best of the YearAmazon Best of the YearBooklist Editors\' ChoiceBookPage Best of the YearPublishers Weekly Best of the YearWall Street Journal Best of the YearToday.com Best of the YearNECBA Windows & Mirrors Selection \"A modern masterpiece.\"--New

Holman Fred Stephens (1868-1931) set himself up in the 1890s as an engineer and manager of the complete light railway as evolved by Victorian theorists to serve rural districts as yet bereft of the benefit of cheaper transport. To them, a light railway was not an assemblage of second-hand mainline equipment of dubious merit but of fit for purpose, new material. This ideal theory did not survive the

This beautiful book chronicles the fascinating history of sainthood and the lives of over 300 saints. A concise introduction outlines the religious and social history of Christian saints from stigmata and martyrdom to feast days and patron saints. Then, the illustrated encyclopedia outlines the work of each saint, listed in chronological order, from the Apostles and early medieval martyrs, through

Imitation: The Basics is an engaging introduction to the topic of imitation behavior in humans, providing a summary of existing scientific research on imitation, covering everything from examples of imitation across each developmental stage to animal imitation such as monkeys imitating each other.The authors argue that imitation forms the foundation of long-lasting relationships, including those between

A deadly coup within the Wizard\'s Guild leaves the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, gravely injured, and his ward Ciri missing in the third novel of Andrzej Sapkowski\'s groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games. The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup, an uprising that has left Geralt seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian

A tulku is a fully enlightened one (buddha) or highly accomplished adept (siddha) who chooses to be reborn again and again for the benefit of all beings. Most tulkus, though, are the rebirths of well-trained masters who are engaged in spiritual training and serving others. Tibetan Buddhists have, for well over a millennium, been meticulously following the tradition of finding, recognizing, enthroning,

In a parallel universe, the existence of a sweet life-like android called Noa, a Sky Doll, is about to be turned upside down. When she is rescued by \"missionaries\" from her role as servant to a tyrannical master, it becomes clear that she may be more than just a robotic toy after

Fast Facts about the Nursing Profession is a brief, accessible, and very informative text in the Fast Facts series, which provides practitioners with vital information leading to success in clinical practice.Clearly and intelligently written, Fast Facts is replete with well-known information and more esoteric facts about the subject under consideration. The book is an important contribution to the

Would you like to know more about the human body? Then you better get a copy of this quiz book today! It has questions about the human body, dentistry, food and nutrition too. Have a friend or maybe a parent throw questions at you to test your knowledge on the subject. How many can you answer correctly? Get started

An epic tale of passion and betrayal, that moves through the turbulence of war to 1960s\' London and is sure to appeal to fans of Kate Morton and Rachel Hore. 1938. As England awaits the outbreak of war, Juliet Winterton journeys from the Mediterranean to the Essex countryside to begin her life as the beautiful young wife of a London jeweller.But beneath her husband\'s intelligence and ambition, lies

With Science Comics, you can explore the depths of the ocean, the farthest reaches of space, and everything in between These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. In this volume, Fahama has been kidnapped by a mad scientist and his zombie assistant, and they are intent on stealing her brain She\'ll need to learn about the brain as fast as possible

As alone as she\'ll ever be, Mia must make the most difficult choice of all. Haunting, heartrending and ultimately life-affirming, If I Stay will make you appreciate all that you have, all that you\'ve lost - and all that might be. Includes interviews with the stars of the film, Chloe Moretz and Jamie

* The sensational autobiography of Sharon Osbourne - the First Lady of Rock - an icon for our times with an amazing story to tell - from an often shocking childhood, through a rollercoaster marriage, and still hitting the headlines

Three Heartbeats is a heartwarming children\'s book that tells the touching tale of three beloved cats. This enchanting story celebrates the unique bond between humans and their furry companions and carries a powerful message of love, loss, and the enduring legacy of these cherished pets. Three Heartbeats will capture the hearts of readers, young and old alike, and inspire them to open their homes

The first book in the new Campus Diaries series by New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy, a tiktok sensation and author of Good Girl

From the critically acclaimed author of SOFIA KHAN IS NOT OBLIGED and THIS GREEN AND PLEASANT LAND comes a witty, whip-smart new instalment in Sofia Khan\'s story . . . \'The Muslim Bridget

Launch into a universe of creativity -- ready for you to color The Smithsonian\'s National Air and Space Museum presents a galaxy-spanning new coloring book that provides a crisp, informative look at the history of space exploration. With this expertly crafted coloring book, fire your imagination as you marvel at the wonders of interplanetary travel, interstellar exploration, plus the human ingenuity