Among the most influential political and social forces of the twentieth century, modern communism rests firmly on philosophical, political, and economic underpinnings developed by Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, later known as Lenin. In this volume, comprising the four works generally considered his most important publications, Lenin presents the goals and tactics of Communism with remarkable directness and

A visionary tract of 1960s Soviet urbanism in a handsome facsimile editionIn 1968, lauded American architect Mary Otis Stevens (born 1928) and her partner, fellow architect Thomas McNulty (1919-84), initiated i Press, the influential imprint that focuses on the social context of architecture. Over the next five years, the duo released five books under the thematic umbrella of \"Human Environment\"

A beautifully illustrated exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a thorough account of why it provides such a boost to body and soul. Whether in lake, lido, river or sea, we know the benefits of swimming outdoors and in nature - environmentally friendly and accessible, it can influence our happiness, our energy and our inner tranquility, and give us that winter

Written in lyrical, nearly hypnotic prose that makes the reader feel the Texan humidity, this is a brilliantly plotted, startling, and richly rewarding exploration of the myths that bind people together.--Booklist A blazing and kaleidoscopic debut about a tight-knit community of Mexican and Filipino American families on the Texas coast from a voice you won\'t soon forget. Welcome to Galveston, Texas.

A row of cottages comes up for sale in Fairacre - although with less than desirable tenants at either end, who could possibly want to buy

Animating Your Career is the exciting new book by filmmaker Steve Hickner, director of The Prince of Egypt and Bee Movie, who has been involved with the development of dozens of major animated motion pictures. Animating Your Career is your guide to navigating the journey of a career in the creative fields -- from getting your foot in the door to directing a project involving hundreds of artistic professionals.

Teaching your students to think like scientists starts here! Use this straightforward, easy-to-follow guide to give your students the scientific practice of critical thinking today′s science standards require. Ready-to-implement strategies and activities help you effortlessly engage students in arguments about competing data sets, opposing scientific ideas, applying evidence to support specific claims,

Henrietta Lightfoot trips on her silk gown as she runs for her life along the bloodstained streets of revolutionary Paris. She finds refuge in the lavish home of Grace Dalyrmple Elliott, one of the old regime\'s most powerful courtesans. But heads are beginning to

Featureing Jim Broadbent, Brenda Blethyn and Luke Treadaway Utterly original, deeply moving and very funny, this is the story of Raymond Briggs\' parents\' marriage, lady\'s maid Ethel and milkman Ernest, from their first chance encounter in 1928, through the birth of their son Raymond in 1934, to their deaths, within months of each other, in

Join miffy as she celebrates her 65th birthday, with this gorgeously collectable anniversary treasury containing five classic miffy stories. The perfect gift for miffy fans old and

Prince Albert Victor is heir presumptive to the British throne. Handsome and good-hearted, he is regarded as disastrously inadequate to be the king. By contrast, a renowned intellectual, Jem Stephen is a golden boy worshipped by all. He is appointed as Prince Albert\'s tutor - the relationship that will change both of their

Finalist, Green Earth Book Awards Selected for the New York Botanical Garden\'s LuEsther T. Mertz Library Included in Wordcrate\'s resilience activity boxThe Hugging Tree tells the story of a little tree growing all alone on a cliff, by a vast and mighty sea. Reading this book with your child can be a way to teach resilience, self-confidence, and self-control and help you discuss challenges your

A fun sticker book, based on the bestselling Room on the Broom, packed full of activities and over four hundred

\'This is international thriller writing at its best, fine characters, page turning suspense and a great, fresh location.\' Peter

This book is not only for \"painters\" but for all types of creative individuals who want to experience and play with watercolor, whether their background is mixed-media, textile art, journaling, or paper craft. Unlike the typical watercolor text books, this unique, beautiful volume is a field book of inspiration, creative ideas, how to\'s, and projects, all from an artist\'s perspective. Each creative

The beloved landmark tale of a Meiji-era swordsman\'s quest for redemption. Action, romance and historical intrigue help make Nobuhiro Watsuki\'s Rurouni Kenshin, the tale of a wandering swordsman set against the backdrop of the Meiji Restoration, one of the most popular manga titles of all time In the aftermath of their battle for Japan\'s future, Kenshin and his friends are ready to enjoy a hard-won

Heidi A. Jurka escorts us on a captivating adventure of blissful consciousness expansion mixed with dire real-life challenges. Her intuitive glimmerings as a child living in the Hudson Valley in New York evolved to her becoming a professional psychic by her early 20\'s living in California.Heidi awakened bolt upright one morning to an absolute certainty that she must return to NY. She arrived just