First published in 1913, Edith Wharton's The Custom of the Country is a scathing novel of ambition featuring one of the most ruthless heroines in literature. Undine Spragg is as unscrupulous as she is magnetically beautiful. Her rise to the top of New York's high society from the nouveau riche provides a provocative commentary on the upwardly mobile and the aspirations that eventually cause their ruin. One of Wharton's most acclaimed works, The Custom ofthe Country is a stunning indictment of materialism and misplaced values that is as powerful today forits astute observations about greed and power as when it was written nearly a century ago.
Though reticent in public,George Bush has openly shared his private thoughts in correspondence throughout his life.Fortunately,since the former president does not plan to write his autobiography,this collection of letters,diary entries,and memos,with his accompanying commentary,willfill that void.As he writes in his preface,"So what we have here are letters from the past and present.Letters that are light and hopefully amusing.Letters written when my heart was heavy or full of joy.Serious letters.Nutty letters.Caring and rejoicing letters...It's all about heartbeat." Organized chronologically,the volume begins with eighteen-year-old George's letters to his parents during World War II,at the time he was commissioned,he was the youngest pilot in the Navy.Readers will gain insights into Bush's career highlights-the oil business,his two terms in Congress,his ambassadorship to the U.N.,his service as an envoy to China his tenure with the Central Intelligence Agency,and of course,the vice presidency,the preside
“What's an inventor? Who invented the light bulb?” Introducing beginner readers to the fascinating story of inventors through history with accurate illustrations, interesting facts and simple text for idependent reading.
THE FORTIES IN PICTURES is one of a series of books that together provide a comprehensive pictorial history of the 20th century, decade by decade. With over 250 pictures, this volume is a unique record of the greatest and most graphic images of the age, reveaLing the best and worst of a turbuLent era: from battlefield to beauty parlor,from the London bLack-out to the glittering screens of HoLLywood's golden age, from old enemies to new nations.
From tours of historic parks,buildings,and gardens to tips on after-hours clubs,neighborhood eateries,and charming hotels,and charming hotels,here's an up-close look at over 100 must-see attractions that make the city by the bay unique. 101 Great Choices:San Francisco presents the city at ists best-but leaves the choices up to you.From the Golden Bridge,Coit Tower,and Alcatraz to the shopper's meccas of Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf to the sweetest dungeness crab at Swan's Oyster Depot,San Francisco and all its magnificent diversions are offered up for your pleasure in this one-of-a-kind guide.
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After a year's sabbatical in Kyoto, a college professor presents a collection of essays on traditional Japanese culture.
Just what you've always wanted: history at a glance-clearly and understandably presented. A diagram of knowledge It happens to all of us: we come across a term, a name, an epoch. We have already heard it before, but do not know exactly how or where to place it. This is where a flipguide comes in handy: by providing a detailed overview, it enables us to see connections clearly and to grasp the movement of entire epochs. Back to the basics-without losing sight of the whole:The concept is simple: a flip guide organizes important events, epochs, works of art and architecture chronologically and thus illustrates important historical relationships. It creates a whole new world of insight and enables the readers to understand causes and effects,transitions and parallel developments in art and history as never before.
Birds have always held a special fascination for mankind. The stud), of the avian species did more than simply spur homo sapiens on to conquer the skies; birds have also permeated the cultural and spiritual fabric of our lives. Add to this the fact that birdwatching is a pursuit that can be bltowed in town, country and at the coast all year round, without sophisticated equipment, and it is hardly surprising that so many look m it as a source of relaxation and inspiration. If observation is the primary pleasure, it is enhanced by greater knowledge and understanding. This book focuses on the 180 commonest species which are either native to Britain or regular visitors to these shores. Concise physical de*ions are given for each bird, both at rest and in flight, and distinctive behaviour patterns are also detailed. Articulating the voice of a particular species is fraught with difficulty, but as birdsong can often be the key to identification this has also been included. The habitat for each species is briefl
like all young elephants,Elly sometimes forgets her manners!In this beautifully illustrated story,Elly finds out how good table manners can make meal times much more fun.
An annually updated road map of the USA, covering the major road networks across the country. Highlights places of interest, national parks, state flags. Scale: 1/3,450,000 - 1cm = 34.5km - 1in = 55 miles. Legend/Key in three languages.
Break out your photo album and get ready for some fill-in-the-blanks fun about your family with Family Tree Mad Libs! Mad Libs lets you fill in the secrets in every family tree, from “Family Ghost Stories” to “Portrait of Great Grandma” to “Famous Ancestors!” Grab a pen and get started—and remember, is thicker than water!
Children have a way of trying to make everything around them an exciting, fun-filled adventure.Finallyt A book that does the same thing for math! The skills and concepts in this book are presented in a format that is easily understood. Each two-page spread includes one page designed as a teaching page complete with step-by-step instructions of a particular skill/concept and another page that lets children have tons of fun completing an activity incorporating the skill/concept. So, let your students go on an exciting adventure of learning as they have fun every step of the way learning math!
Two essays representing a search for the balance between the rights of the individual and the power of the state discuss such issues as equality, authority, happiness, justice, and virtue. Reprint.
Book De*ionLife's little Jewish instruction book. "Shmeer today， gone tomorrow." Everything you need to know about Jewish mothers， pickled herring， yarmulkes， and， of course， ritual circumcision.
For the millions of fans who have made Britney Spears the hottest female singer in America comes a parody that takes the reader into the Adrian-Mole-ish world of a California teen!
