Retells the myths attached to each of the 12 zodiacal signs and describes the astronomical and astrological background of the zodiac.

428 pages...folded leaves of plates : illustrations.

Describes parenting styles, looks at common problems children face, and tells how to determine when children are ready to for greater responsibility

Angry and rebellious Octavia, the daughter of a Mayan physician, is repelled and seduced by the rich culture of her native Central America, a land that becomes even more sexually charged with the arrival of her cousin, Julian

Product Description: Stephanie Vaughn is a writer’s writer, one whose debut collection of stories, Sweet Talk, was published more than two decades ago to critical acclaim. Readers have come to these stories over the years through word of mouth, posting glowing reviews to their Goodreads pages and on their blogs—unanimously agreeing that this collection is a modern classic that deserves to be in print...read more

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Accepting a bet that he cannot endure a full week's work, idle Lord Hector Finch Wycombe takes a job as tutor to Admiral Carey's family and finds several complications--including the admiral's enticing niece. Reprint.

Product Description: "Follows the format of the popular Women's and Men's Devotional Bibles. The complete text of the NIV. Self-evaluation and quizzes. Subject index. AUTHOR biographies with info on each contributor."

Red Patterson, an evangelical television psychiatrist torn between his desires to heal and control, comes between artist Curtis Newns, who is devastated over the loss of his painting, and Curtis's wife Margaret.

Providing a comprehensive guide to the majestic city and its history, a handy pocket reference includes a map of Athens and features information on all of the important sights, eating out, shopping, and various itineraries. Original.

Product Description: International payments unions and clearing houses have been employed by 88 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean to liberalise regional trade and payments during the past 50 years. Yet, their impact on participating countries has not been well understood...read more

Product Description: A great computer resource to mastering the art of statistics. System requirements for Macintosh include system 7.5 or higher, 8 MB of free RAM, 640x480x356 monitor colors, and double-speed CD-ROM drive. System requirements for Windows include Windows 98, 486/66 MHz or better, 12 MB of RAM, 640x480x256 monitor colors, double-speed CD-ROM drive, and an 8-bit sound card (QuickTime compatible)...read more

How does marriage work? If convention is set aside and is no longer there to guide…what then?Stephanie Laurens, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the beloved Cynster novels, brings you THE ADVENTURERS QUARTET, a riveting blend of Regency-era high seas adventure, a mystery shrouded in the heat of tropical jungles, and the passionate romances of four couples and their unexpected journeys into love. The instant Captain Declan Frobisher laid eyes on Lady Edwina Delbraith, he knew she was the lady he wanted as his wife. The scion of a seafaring dynasty accustomed to success, he discovered that wooing Edwina was surprisingly straightforward—not least because she made it plain that she wanted him as much as he wanted her.Declan's vision of marriage was of a gently-reared wife to grace his arm, to manage his household, and to bear his children. He assumed that household, children, and wife would remain safely in England while he continued his life as an explorer sailing the high seas.Declan got his wish—up to a point. He and Edwina were wed. As for the rest—his vision of marriage…Aunt of the young Duke of Ridgware and sister of the mysterious man known as Neville Roscoe, London's gambling king, even before the knot was tied Edwina shattered the illusion that her character is as delicate, ethereal, and fragile as her appearance suggests. Far from adhering to orthodox mores, she and her ducal family are even more unconventional than the Frobishers.Beneath her fairy-princess exterior, Edwina possesses a spine of steel—one that might bend, but will never break. Born to the purple—born to rule—she's determined to rule her life. With Declan's ring on her finger, that means forging a marriage that meets her needs as well as his.But bare weeks into their honeymoon, Declan is required to sail to West Africa. Edwina decides she must accompany him.A secret mission with unknown villains flings unexpected dangers into their path as Declan and Edwina discover that meeting the challenge of making an unconventional marriage work requires something they both possess—bold and adventurous hearts.The first voyage is one of exploration, the second one of discovery. The third journey brings maturity, while the fourth is a voyage of second chances.Start the journey here and follow the adventure, the mystery, and the romances to the cataclysmic end.Praise for the works of Stephanie Laurens"Stephanie Laurens' heroines are marvelous tributes to Georgette Heyer: feisty and strong." —Cathy Kelly"Stephanie Laurens never fails to entertain and charm her readers with vibrant plots, snappy dialogue, and unforgettable characters." —Historical Romance Reviews"Stephanie Laurens plays into readers' fantasies like a master and claims their hearts time and again." —Romantic Times Magazine

Product Description: A very seductive kind of deal Conall Devlin is a ruthless man ready to achieve ultimate success. So, to acquire the missing piece to his property portfolio, he's willing to accept an unusual term of the contract…taming his client's wayward daughter! Party girl Amber Carter appears to live a life of luxurious frivolity, but deep down she feels lost and alone in her material world...read more

His Innocent Wife… The last thing Gaetano Leonetti wants is to be shackled in marriage, but to become CEO of his family's bank, his grandfather has decreed Gaetano must find a nice, ordinary woman to wed. Convinced his grandfather is mad, Gaetano sets about proving him wrong with housekeeper Poppy Arnold. With her outspoken nature and unusual dress sense, she's definitely not wife material! But it's not long before hardworking, self-sacrificing Poppy charms his grandfather and Gaetano's stuck with a union he didn't want and a bride he sinfully craves! Having set her up to fail, can he really take the precious gift of her virginity?

This text takes thematic and multidisciplinary approaches that integrates regional experiences into a whole. Major themes include political development, economic development, international relations, Islam - mainstream and jihadist, colonialism and post-colonialism; and recent political changes, with particular emphasis on the U.S. intervention  in Iraq and the rising interest in democracy regionally.