Spain has been a fruitful locus for the European imagination for centuries, and it has been most often perceived in black-and-white oppositions -- either as a tyrannical and fanatical force in the early modern period or as an imaginary geography of a \'Romantic\' Spain in later centuries. However, the image of Spain, its culture and its inhabitants did not evolve inexorably from negative to positive.

Nuclear war has devastated the world, bringing with it a host of genetic mutations. In the bleak, primitive society that has emerged from its ruins, any sign of deviation, no matter how small, is ruthlessly rooted out and

Offering an important corrective to a pain-averse culture that celebrates individualism and success, veteran preacher and teacher Matthew Kim encourages pastors to preach on the painful issues their congregations face. Through vulnerability and self-disclosure, pastors can help their congregants share their suffering in community for the purpose of healing and transformation. The book includes stories,

A growing body of evidence supports the benefits of high-quality parent interventions for building social and communication skills in 0- to 5-year-olds with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). How can clinicians coach parents to effectively incorporate learning opportunities into daily routines at home? From preeminent experts, this practical book explores the role of the coach and reviews the \"whats,\"

As Julis faces off against Orphelia in the final Lindvolus match, Ayato takes on Madiath behind the scenes. The Golden Bough Alliance has been sowing the seeds of chaos in Asterisk, but Claudia and the others are hot on their tracks. It\'s time to decide the final victor--and when all is said and done, will Ayato be able to face his precious friends, including Julis? The heroes of Asterisk come together

I SPY something new for Spring Young I SPY readers will want to start the Spring with I SPY AN EGG IN A NEST. New easy-to-read text by Jean Marzollo is paired with Walter Wick\'s amazing photographs from previous I SPY books to create a fun-filled Spring search-and-find. Also includes I SPY activity

There are fewer grey seals in the world than endangered African elephants, but the British Isles host almost half of this global population. Every year these charismatic animals, with their expressive eyes and whiskers more sensitive than our fingertips, haul out on our shores to breed and raise their pups. As graceful in the sea as they might seem clumsy on land, grey seals have visited our shores

A fascinating window in on life in a British maximum security prison, Billy Rags - by the author of Get Carter - is crime fiction at its best: lean, mean, and full of startling psychological

Teach your kids how to play chess - from the bestselling author of Chess for Kids and webmaster of chessKIDS

Perfect for fans of Jenn McKinlay and Joanne Fluke, a bitter discovery is made in a sweet-as-candy town, in Kitt Crowe\'s Sweet Fiction Bookshop series debut. Life is sweet when you live in Confection, Oregon. Or, at least, that\'s how it\'s supposed to be. But on a summer day, when tourists and locals alike gawk at the majestic mountains, quaint Craftsman houses, and lovely flowers--particularly the

Few classical stories are as exciting as that of Jason and the Golden Fleece. The legend of the boy, who discovers a new identity as son of a usurped king and leads a crew of demi-gods and famous heroes, has resonated through the ages, rumbling like the clashing rocks, which almost pulverised the Argo. The myth and its reception inspires endless engagements: while it tells of a quest to the ends of

Stepfamilies were as common in the European past as they are today. Stepfamilies in Europe, 1400-1800 is the first in-depth study to chart four centuries of continuity and change for these complex families created by the death of a parent and the remarriage of the survivor. With geographic coverage from the Mediterranean to Scandinavia and from the Atlantic coast to Central Europe, this collection

A guide for would-be time-travellers planning a trip back to Ancient Greece. It is full of historical information about interesting tourist attractions, important festivals and the fashions and customs of ancient Greece. It also includes information on the best villas, hotels and

It is broken down into the basic steps to enlightenment: how to practice morality, how to practice meditation, and how to practise wisdom, whilst simultaneously delving deeper into His Holiness\' more general Buddhist teachings, his spirit, wisdom and sense of

The \"golden age of Islam\" in the eighth and ninth centuries was as significant to world history as the Roman Empire was in the first and second centuries. The rule of Baghdad\'s Abbasid Dynasty stretched from Tunisia to India, and its legacy influenced politics and society for years to come. In this deftly woven narrative, Hugh Kennedy introduces us to the rich history and flourishing culture of

Untold stories of textile travellersColor photos of rare antique textiles and stunning interiorsFeaturing previously unpublished photographs from the 1970s of streets and bazaars in Central and South AsiaA must-have for textile lovers and interior and fashion designersSheila Fruman, fascinated by the textiles and handmade carpets she saw when she traveled overland in 1969 from Turkey to India, tells

This sequel to the popular Grimoire of Zero series introudces new settings and protagonists, while retaining the thrilling action, detailed worldbuilding, and emotional resonance of its predecessor. Saybil is a magic student with no memories of his life before he met a mysterious silver-haired woman in an alley. Now he travels with his teacher, Loux, another student named Holt, and the beastfallen