Why do some people achieve so much more than others? Can they lie so far out of the ordinary? In this book, the author looks at everyone from rock stars to professional athletes, software billionaires to scientific geniuses, to show that the story of success is far more surprising, and far more fascinating, than we could ever have

A novel of high adventure, exploration, shipwreck and survival, based on the life of Matthew Flinders\' cousin, fifteen-year-old midshipman John Franklin, by the award-winning author of Soldier Boy. \' Our discoveries have been great, but the risks and misfortunes many.\' John Franklin always wanted to be a sailor. As a volunteer in the Royal Navy at age fourteen, he found himself in the Battle of

It\'s time to celebrate Christmas. There\'s so much to do Make cookies and decorate the Christmas tree. Have dinner with your family. Exchange presents. This important Christian holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus

The heartwarming and uplifting new Wartime Midwives novel perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Nancy Revell\'A rousing tale of integrity and heroism, and an endearing story of a group of women working together\' WOMAN__________ Cumbria, 1944: as Christmas comes to Mary Vale, mothers and midwives alike seek a miracle . . . Newly trained midwife Libby is forced to work in the neighbouring villages as

This book, first published in 1988, is a study of the development of accounting in eighteenth century Scotland. The investigation is organised around a survey of early Scottish accounting texts, an analysis of their exposition of the Italian method of book-keeping and their treatment of certain selected topics. The aim is to evaluate the contribution that these Scottish accountants made to the development

InvestiGators: Braver and Boulder is the fifth side-splittingly funny full-colour comic book in the InvestiGators series, written and illustrated by John Patrick Green, perfect for fans of Jamie Smart and Dav

Welcome to the EXIT 13 Motel!Pets welcome!And don\'t worry, we\'ve been waiting for you, so stay as long as you like.With black-and-white comic pages throughout, EXIT 13 is perfect for mystery and horror loving kids everywhere!The McGinns were supposed to be going on a perfectly normal family vacation. Sure, Ash\'s older sister Willow was a pain, their dog Daisy was a whiny scaredy cat, and their parents

In this innovative book, Hasok Chang constructs a philosophy of science for \'realistic people\' interested in understanding and promoting the actual practices of inquiry in science and other knowledge-focused areas of life. Inspired by pragmatist philosophy, he reconceives the very notions of reality and truth on the basis of his concept of the \'operational coherence\' of epistemic activities, and

Combining theory and practice, this updated new edition provides a complete overview of how to create deep and meaningful quests for games. It uses the Unity game engine in conjunction with Fungus and other free plugins to provide an accessible entry into quest design. The book begins with an introduction to the theory and history of quests in games, before covering four theoretical components of

BIOS Instant Notes in Biochemistry, Fourth Edition, is the perfect text for undergraduates looking for a concise introduction to the subject, or a study guide to use before examinations. Each topic begins with a summary of essential facts-an ideal revision checklist-followed by a description of the subject that focuses on core information, with clear, simple diagrams that are easy for students to understand

This updated volume in the much-loved Bible Speaks Today commentaries offers warm-hearted and insightful exposition to help you understand, teach and preach the message of Exodus for the modern

In an age when telling the wrong joke or using the wrong pronoun can cost you your career, Quillette magazine - founded in 2015 by Australian-based journalist Claire Lehmann - has provided a forum for thinkers of all political stripes to push back against the forces of intellectual conformity. Panics and Persecutions brings together a collection of especially compelling Quillette narratives, spanning

The long-awaited, never-before-told, no-holds-barred memoir from the legendary Aerosmith frontman. Finally, all the lurid tales of debauchery, sex, drugs and rock n\' roll are told straight from the horse\'s lips as The Demon of Screamin\' describes his unimaginable highs and unbelievable lows as lead singer of the biggest rock band in the

A breathtaking thriller from one of the modern masters of the

From the co-author of the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Magic Misfits comes a spectacularly creepy novel that will keep you up way past bedtime. Perfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark! Grab a flashlight and a blanket--this lives up to its titular claim.-- Kirkus Reviews Amelia is cleaning out her grandmother\'s attic when she stumbles across a book: Tales to Keep You Up at

\'Collins Big Cat\' is a guided reading series for ages 4-7, featuring both fiction and non-fiction titles which encourage children to develop their reading

She devised her own standards for the perfect man. Now, can she resist him? Betina Krahn, the New York Times bestselling author of Sweet Talking Man and The Soft Touch, is at her most charming and witty in this enchanting tale of unlikely love. She vowed never to be married....Sister Eloise was perhaps the most well intentioned novice at the Convent of the Brides of Virtue -- and the one always in

Personalize Your ESV Single Column Journaling Bible with a Fully Customizable Cover In addition to providing a place for readers to capture notes, prayers, thoughts, and reflections within the pages of their Bible, this edition features a fully customizable cover allowing for even more creativity on the Bible\'s exterior. A white hardcover surface acts as a blank canvas, allowing readers to personalize