John Farndon

Neil Ardley

ISBN 978-0751351125
1.5 pounds
192 pages
Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd (January 1, 1994)

Synopsis 

A perfect book for all young readers - both Primary and secondary education. This book explains the key elements in language that is easily understood.

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

New Jersey

Science

2,000 Key Words Arranged Thematically

"Using a thematic approach, the colorfully illustrated Dictionary of Science explains two thousand key words in physics and chemistry....A usage guide, biographies of scientific pioneers, and an index add to the book's value". -- Appraisal: Science Books for Young People

Dictionary of Science

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Clifford Thompson

ISBN 9781938769108
10.9 ounces
183 pages
6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
Autumn House Press; 1st edition (June 3, 2015)

Synopsis 

Part coming-of-age, part cultural critique, Clifford Thompson's memoir traces his experience balancing what is expected of him as a black man and attempting to stay true to himself.

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

A Memoir

Literary Nonfiction. African American Studies. "TWIN OF BLACKNESS is a culturally important memoir that traces an artist's evolution in the post-civil rights era, a literary odyssey that comes triumphantly to rest in a humanity that transcends small- spirited notions about race. Clifford Thompson is simply one of the wisest, warmest, and most trustworthy essayists writing today."--Charles Johnson, National Book Award winner and author of Middle Passage and Being and Race

Twin of Blackness

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Elliot Page

First Edition 
ISBN 978-1250878359
12.6 ounces
288 pages
5.75 x 1 x 8.55 inches
Flatiron Books (June 2023) 

Synopsis 

Full of intimate stories, from chasing down secret love affairs to battling body image and struggling with familial strife, Pageboy is a love letter to the power of being seen. With this evocative and lyrical debut, Oscar-nominated star Elliot Page captures the universal human experience of searching for ourselves and our place in this complicated world.

Pageboy is a groundbreaking coming-of-age memoir from the Academy Award-nominated actor Elliot Page. A generation-defining actor and one of the most famous trans advocates of our time, Elliot will now be known as an uncommon literary talent, as he shares never-before-heard details and intimate interrogations on gender, love, mental health, relationships, and Hollywood.

Pageboy

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Chris Bennett

Brand New, First Edition & Signed by author!

ISBN: 978-1955100144
12.3 ounces
333 pages
5.25 x 0.84 x 8 inches
CPB Publishing, LLC (January 6, 2025)

Synopsis 

Ethan Chambers’ life is suddenly changed forever when his father suffers a horrific accident, only escaping death by the timely intervention of legendary frontiersman, Daniel Morgan. But the calamity has left Ethan’s father permanently crippled and unable to work, forcing the teenager to take his place as the family breadwinner, a role for which he feels entirely unprepared.



Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Book 1

The Road to Revolution

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Anne Tyler

ISBN 978-0593803486
10.4 ounces
167 pages
5.8 x 0.7 x 8.5 inches
Knopf (February 2025)
First Edition 

Synopsis 
A new Anne Tyler novel destined to be an instant classic: a socially awkward mother of the bride navigates the days before and after her daughter's wedding.

Gail Baines is having a bad day. To start, she loses her job—or quits, depending on whom you ask. Tomorrow her daughter, Debbie, is getting married, and she hasn’t even been invited to the spa day organized by the mother of the groom. Then, Gail’s ex-husband, Max, arrives unannounced on her doorstep, carrying a cat, without a place to stay, and without even a suit.

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

A Novel

A new Anne Tyler novel destined to be an instant classic: a socially awkward mother of the bride navigates the days before and after her daughter's wedding. Gail Baines is having a bad day. To start, she loses her job—or quits, depending on whom you ask. Tomorrow her daughter, Debbie, is getting married, and she hasn’t even been invited to the spa day organized by the mother of the groom. Then, Gail’s ex-husband, Max, arrives unannounced on her doorstep, carrying a cat, without a place to stay, and without even a suit. But the true crisis lands when Debbie shares with her parents a secret she has just learned about her husband to be. It will not only throw the wedding into question but also stir up Gail and Max’s past. Told with deep sensitivity and a tart sense of humor, full of the joys and heartbreaks of love and marriage and family life, Three Days in June is a triumph, and gives us the perennially bestselling, Pulitzer Prize–winning writer at the height of her powers.

Three Days in June

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Bob Burg

John David Mann

ISBN: 978-1591848288
2.31 pounds
176 pages
5.38 x 0.65 x 8.5 inches 
Portfolio; Reissue,Expanded edition (October 6, 2015)

Synopsis:

The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. Desperate to land a key sale at the end of a bad quarter, he seeks advice from the enigmatic Pindar, a legendary consultant referred to by his many devotees sim­ply as the Chairman.

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea (Go-Giver, Book 1

Updated with a new introduction, author Q&A, and a foreword by Arianna Huffington.

The Go-Giver, Expanded Edition

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Steven Benvenisti

ISBN 9781469903644
11.2 ounces 
230 pages
6 x 0.52 x 9 inches
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (September 20, 2012)

Synopsis:

Imagine the worst event that could ever happen to you; something so horrific that death is a welcome alternative. That's exactly what happened to Ben, an all-American college student, athlete, future homecoming king, president of the honors society, fraternity brother, all while having a great relationship with his girlfriend and family. Life could not have been better. Unfortunately, it all came to a screeching halt during his college spring break in Daytona Beach, when a drunk driver crashed into him while he was walking. As an attorney, Ben's case touched me like no other. It was so gruesome, so unthinkably devastating, that to this day I still get chills just thinking about it. Yet, all who followed this case have agreed that this story has inspired and changed them forever. And so I made a promise that if I won, I would share the story of this powerful and inspiring case with the public in the hopes of ending drunk driving and D.U.I. Spring Break is a true story of inner strength and courage, which also provides a secret so precious that it not only saves lives, it guarantees success no matter what the challenge is.

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

A True Story of Hope and Determination

Imagine the worst event that could ever happen to you; something so horrific that death is a welcome alternative. That's exactly what happened to Ben, an all-American college student, athlete, homecoming king, president of the honors society, fraternity brother, all while having a great relationship with his girlfriend and family. Life could not have been better. Unfortunately, it all came to a screeching halt during his college spring break in Daytona Beach, when a drunk driver crashed into him while he was walking. As an attorney, Ben's case touched me like no other. It was so gruesome, so unthinkably devastating, that to this day I still get chills just thinking about it. Yet, all who followed this case have agreed that this story has inspired and changed them forever. And so I'd made a promise that if I won, I would share the story of this powerful and inspiring case with the public in the hopes of ending drunk driving and D.U.I. Spring Break is a true story of inner strength and courage, which also provides a secret so precious that it not only saves lives, it guarantees success no matter what the challenge is.

Spring Break

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Charles. Dickens

ISBN 1566193095
10.9 ounces 
374 pages
Barnes & Noble Classics (1993)

Gently used, few penciled in notes first few pages and a name written on first page.  Everything else is pristine.

Synopsis:

The book tells the story of the French Revolution through the eyes of two characters who are caught up in the tumultuous events of the time. The author, Charles Dickens, is known for his vivid characters and powerful storytelling. This edition is part of Barnes & Noble's Classics series and is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction. Whether you are a fan of Dickens or simply enjoy a good story, "A Tale of Two Cities" is a timeless classic that is sure to captivate and entertain.

Human story of the French Revolution, a time of terror and treason, when a starving population rose in fury to overthrow a corrupt and decaying regime.

A Tale of Two Cities

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Doug Melville

ISBN: 9781668005132
7.8  ounces
227 pages
5.5 x 0.7 x 8.38 inches
Atria/Black Privilege Publishing (December 3, 2024)
 Advanced Readers Copy - almost brand new the cover has some gentle scratches 

Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America's First Black Generals

The amazing true story of America’s first Black generals, Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. and Jr., a father and son who helped integrate the American military and created the Tuskegee Airmen. Perfect for fans of Devotion and Hidden Figures. Red Tails, George Lucas’s celebration of America’s first Black flying squadron, the Tuskegee Airmen, should have been a moment of victory for Doug Melville. He expected to see his great-uncle Benjamin O. Davis Jr.—the squadron’s commander—immortalized on-screen for his selfless contributions to America. But as the film rolled, Doug was shocked when he realized that Ben Jr.’s name had been omitted and replaced by the fictional Colonel A. J. Bullard. And Ben’s father, Benjamin O. Davis Sr., America’s first Black general who helped integrate the military, was left out too. Dejected, Doug looked inward and realized that unless he worked to bring their inspirational story to light, it would remain hidden from the world just as it had been concealed from him. In Invisible Generals, Melville shares his quest to rediscover his family’s story across five generations, from post-Civil War America to modern day Asia and Europe. In life, the Davises were denied the recognition and compensation they’d earned, but through his journey, Melville uncovers something greater: that dedication and self-sacrifice can move proverbial mountains—even in a world determined to make you invisible. Invisible Generals recounts the lives of a father and his son who always maintained their belief in the American dream. As the inheritor of their legacy, Melville retraces their steps, advocates for them to receive their long-overdue honors and unlocks the potential we all hold to retrieve powerful family stories lost to the past.

Invisible Generals

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Plato

Robin Waterfield

ISBN: 0192833709
12.8 ounces 
475 pages 
1370 L
7.7 x 1.1 x 5 inches
Oxford University Press (July 16, 1998)

Synopsis:

The central work of one of the West's greatest philosophers, The Republic of Plato is a masterpiece of insight and feeling, the finest of the Socratic dialogues, and one of the great books of Western culture. This new translation captures the dramatic realism, poetic beauty, intellectual vitality, and emotional power of Plato at the height of his powers. Deftly weaving three main strands of argument into an artistic whole--the ethical and political, the aesthetic and mystical, and the metaphysical--Plato explores in The Republic the elements of the ideal community, where morality can be achieved in a balance of wisdom, courage, and restraint.

"The Republic" is Plato's discussion of the nature and meanin g of justice and of the ideal state and its ruler. All subsequent European thinking about these subjects owes its character, directly or indirectly, to this most famous, and most accessible of the Platonic dialogues.

Republic

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Becky Kennedy

ISBN 978-0063159488
1.01 pounds
315 pages
‎6 x 1.09 x 9 inches
First Edition
Harper Collins (2022)

Synopsis:

This book is for any parent who has ever struggled under the substantial weight of caregiving—which is to say, all of us. Good Inside is not only a wise and practical guide to raising resilient, emotionally healthy kids, it’s also a supportive resource for overwhelmed parents who need more compassion and less stress. Dr. Becky is the smart, thoughtful, in-the-trenches parenting expert we’ve been waiting for!”—Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Spa

A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

An Instant Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Indie Bestseller

"This book is for any parent who has ever struggled under the substantial weight of caregiving--which is to say, all of us. Good Inside is not only a wise and practical guide to raising resilient, emotionally healthy kids, it's also a supportive resource for overwhelmed parents who need more compassion and less stress. Dr. Becky is the smart, thoughtful, in-the-trenches parenting expert we've been waiting for!"--Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space

Dr. Becky Kennedy, wildly popular parenting expert and creator of @drbeckyatgoodinside, shares her groundbreaking approach to raising kids and offers practical strategies for parenting in a way that feels good.

Over the past several years, Dr. Becky Kennedy--known to her followers as "Dr. Becky"--has been sparking a parenting revolution. Millions of parents, tired of following advice that either doesn't work or simply doesn't feel good, have embraced Dr. Becky's empowering and effective approach, a model that prioritizes connecting with our kids over correcting them.

Parents have long been sold a model of childrearing that simply doesn't work. From reward charts to time outs, many popular parenting approaches are based on shaping behavior, not raising humans. These techniques don't build the skills kids need for life, or account for their complex emotional needs. Add to that parents' complicated relationships with their own upbringings, and it's easy to see why so many caretakers feel lost, burned out, and worried they're failing their kids. In Good Inside, Dr. Becky shares her parenting philosophy, complete with actionable strategies, that will help parents move from uncertainty and self-blame to confidence and sturdy leadership.

Offering perspective-shifting parenting principles and troubleshooting for specific scenarios--including sibling rivalry, separation anxiety, tantrums, and more--Good Inside is a comprehensive resource for a generation of parents looking for a new way to raise their kids while still setting them up for a lifetime of self-regulation, confidence, and resilience.

Good Inside

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Jason Reynolds

Ibram . Kendi

ISBN: 978-0316453691
12.8 ounces
320 pages
Ages 12 + 
Grade Level 7 +
5.75 x 1 x 8.5 inches
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; 1st edition (March 10, 2020)

Synopsis:

This is NOT a history book.
This is a book about the here and now.
A book to help us better understand why we are where we are.
A book about race.

The construct of race has always been used to gain and keep power, to create dynamics that separate and silence. Racist ideas are woven into the fabric of this country, and the first step to building an antiracist America is acknowledging America's racist past and present. This book takes you on that journey, showing how racist ideas started and were spread, and how they can be discredited. 


A Remix of the National Book Award-Winning Stamped from the Beginning

A timely, crucial, and empowering exploration of racism--and antiracism--in America This is NOT a history book. This is a book about the here and now. A book to help us better understand why we are where we are. A book about race. The construct of race has always been used to gain and keep power, to create dynamics that separate and silence. This remarkable reimagining of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi's National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning reveals the history of racist ideas in America, and inspires hope for an antiracist future. It takes you on a race journey from then to now, shows you why we feel how we feel, and why the poison of racism lingers. It also proves that while racist ideas have always been easy to fabricate and distribute, they can also be discredited. Through a gripping, fast-paced, and energizing narrative written by beloved award-winner Jason Reynolds, this book shines a light on the many insidious forms of racist ideas--and on ways readers can identify and stamp out racist thoughts in their daily lives.

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You

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Emily Ladau

ISBN: 978-1984858979
12 ounces
167 pages
6.01 x 0.56 x 8.02 inches
First Edition
Ten Speed Press 

Synopsis:

An approachable guide to being a thoughtful, informed ally to disabled people, with actionable steps for what to say and do (and what not to do) and how you can help make the world a more inclusive place
 
ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: NPR, Booklist • “A candid, accessible cheat sheet for anyone who wants to thoughtfully join the conversation . . . Emily makes the intimidating approachable and the complicated clear.”—Rebekah Taussig, author of Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary, Resilient, Disabled Body

What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally

An approachable guide to being a thoughtful, informed ally to disabled people, with actionable steps for what to say and do (and what not to do) and how you can help make the world a more inclusive place "A candid, accessible cheat sheet for anyone who wants to thoughtfully join the conversation . . . Emily makes the intimidating approachable and the complicated clear."--Rebekah Taussig, author of Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary, Resilient, Disabled Body People with disabilities are the world's largest minority, an estimated 15 percent of the global population. But many of us--disabled and nondisabled alike--don't know how to act, what to say, or how to be an ally to the disability community. Demystifying Disability is a friendly handbook on the important disability issues you need to know about, including: - How to appropriately think, talk, and ask about disability - Recognizing and avoiding ableism (discrimination toward disabled people) - Practicing good disability etiquette - Ensuring accessibility becomes your standard practice, from everyday communication to planning special events - Appreciating disability history and identity - Identifying and speaking up about disability stereotypes in media Authored by celebrated disability rights advocate, speaker, and writer Emily Ladau, this practical, intersectional guide offers all readers a welcoming place to understand disability as part of the human experience. Praise for Demystifying Disability "Whether you have a disability, or you are non-disabled, Demystifying Disability is a MUST READ. Emily Ladau is a wise spirit who thinks deeply and writes exquisitely."--Judy Heumann, international disability rights advocate and author of Being Heumann "Emily Ladau has done her homework, and Demystifying Disability is her candid, accessible cheat sheet for anyone who wants to thoughtfully join the conversation. A teacher who makes you forget you're learning, Emily makes the intimidating approachable and the complicated clear. This book is a generous and needed gift."--Rebekah Taussig, author of Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body

Demystifying Disability

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Blair Imani

ISBN: 9781984860545
9 ounces
192 pages
6 x 0.6 x 8 inches
First Edition
Ten Speed Press 

Synopsis:

An approachable guide to being an informed, compassionate, and socially conscious person today—from discussions of race, gender, and sexual orientation to disability, class, and beyond—from critically acclaimed historian, educator, and author Blair Imani.

About Race, Class, Gender, Disability and More

"We live in a time where it has never been more important to be knowledgeable about a host of social issues, and to be confident and appropriate in how to talk about them. What's the best way to ask someone what their pronouns are? How do you talk about racism with someone who doesn't seem to get it? What is intersectionality, and why do you need to understand it? While it can seem intimidating or overwhelming to learn and talk about such issues, it's never been easier thanks to [the author]. Accessible to learners of all levels--from those just getting started on the journey to those already versed in social justice--[this book] covers a range of topics, including race, gender, class, disability, relationships, family, power dynamics, oppression, and beyond. This essential guide is a radical but warm and non-judgmental call to arms, structured in such a way that you can read it cover to cover or start with any topic you want to learn more about."--Provided by publisher.

Read This to Get Smarter

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Megan Massacre

ISBN: 9780399578786
2.6 pounds 
168 pages
8.76 x 0.95 x 9.78 inches
Ten Speed Press; Illustrated edition (July 16, 2019)

Synopsis:

Tattoo artist Megan Massacre presents a beautiful collection of her best work, with instructive how-to and inspiration for both professional tattoo artists as well as tattoo aficionados. With a personal behind-the-scenes peek into the making of a tattoo, from concept to execution, plus fan favorite tattoos and tattoo cover-ups, this approachable, full-color paperback will feature everything Massacre has learned over the years. Part idea sourcebook, part tattoo opus, this is an art book that tattoo fans will be eager to read and display.

A Tattoo Artist's Inspirations, Designs, and Hard-Won Advice

Megan Massacre, one of the world's most popular tattoo artists, alternative models, and reality TV stars (NY Ink, America's Worst Tattoos, and Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew), presents a colorful book on the inspirations, art, and practice of a tattoo artist.

Tattoo artist Megan Massacre presents a beautiful collection of her best work, with instructive how-to and inspiration for both professional tattoo artists as well as tattoo aficionados. With a personal behind-the-scenes peek into the making of a tattoo, from concept to execution, plus fan favorite tattoos and tattoo cover-ups, this approachable, full-color paperback will feature everything Massacre has learned over the years. Part idea sourcebook, part tattoo opus, this is an art book that tattoo fans will be eager to read and display.

The Art of Tattoo

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Caroll Michels

ISBN: 9781621536130
14.7 ounces
368 pages
6 x 1.1 x 9 inches
Allworth; 7th Edition, Seventh (April 10, 2018)
Recommends ages 18+

Read only once and very briefly / it is in excellent condition with no markings/ folds / highlights / scratches , etc.

Synopsis 

Written for fine artists ready to launch their careers as well as experienced artists who wish to relaunch their careers, How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist, Seventh Edition, an acclaimed guide, empowers artists to take control of their careers to create a fulfilling life and earn a decent income. In this newly revised edition, Caroll Michels continues to demystify the inner workings of the art world and challenge the status quo. 

Selling Yourself Without Selling Your Soul (Seventh Edition)

“Michels explodes the romantic notion of the starving artist.” —The New York Times Written for fine artists ready to launch their careers as well as experienced artists who wish to relaunch their careers, How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist, Seventh Edition, an acclaimed guide, empowers artists to take control of their careers to create a fulfilling life and earn a decent income. In this newly revised edition, Caroll Michels continues to demystify the inner workings of the art world and challenge the status quo. New chapters discuss such topics as: New business models for artists: Going to the extreme The use of social media and website development as marketing and publicity tools and what does and doesn’t work The confusion between the “art-buying public” and the “general public” and their differences New suggestions for establishing and calculating prices for artwork Neighborhood gentrification and the growing challenges of securing a reasonably priced live/work space How dealers find artists, how to negotiate with dealers, and how to understand a dealer’s agenda Using her own experiences as an artist as well as the experiences of her clients, Michels crafts a must-read guidebook for anyone interested in embarking upon a successful career as an artist.

How to Survive and Prosper As an Artist

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Neil T. Anderson

ISBN: 	‎978-0736975919
12.2 ounces 
272 pages
5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
Harvest House Publishers (March 5, 2019)

Synopsis:

Harmful habits, negative thinking, and irrational feelings can all lead to sinful behavior and keep you in bondage. If you feel trapped by any of these strongholds in your life, know that you are not alone—you can break free.

Overcoming *Negative Thoughts *Irrational Feelings *Habitual Sins

You Can Break the Chains Holding You Captive Harmful habits, negative thinking, and irrational feelings can all lead to sinful behavior and keep you in bondage. If you feel trapped by any of these strongholds in your life, know that you are not alone—you can break free. Neil Anderson has brought hope to countless thousands facing similar spiritual attacks. In this significantly revised and updated edition of this popular bestselling book, he offers a holistic approach to spiritual warfare that is rooted in the Word of God. As you read stories of others who have been locked in spiritual battles, you will learn the underlying whys and hows behind these attacks and discover the truths that sets people free in Jesus. You don’t have to live as if you are in chains. Break through your spiritual battles, and find freedom in Christ with The Bondage Breaker.

The Bondage Breaker

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Anne Lamott

ISBN: 978-0385480017
9.6 ounces
256 pages
7.99 x 5.2 x 0.54 inches
Vintage; 1st Paperback Edition (September 1, 1995)

Synopsis:

For a quarter century, more than a million readers—scribes and scribblers of all ages and abilities—have been inspired by Anne Lamott’s hilarious, big-hearted, homespun advice. Advice that begins with the simple words of wisdom passed down from Anne’s father—also a writer—in the iconic passage that gives the book its title

Some Instructions on Writing and Life

A step-by-step guide to writing and managing the writer's life covers each portion of a written project, addresses such concerns as writer's block and getting published, and offers awareness and survival tips. Reprint. Tour.

Bird by Bird

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Charles B. Klasek

ISBN: 978-0882240213
5.6 ounces
102 pages
Professional Educators Publications, Inc.(1972)



Social Studies

Instructional Media in the Modern School

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Justin Halpern

Like New, just missing the dust jacket

ISBN: 9780061992704
8.8 ounces 
176 pages
0.65 x 5.75 x 7.35 inches
It Books; First Edition (May 4, 2010)

Synopsis:

After being dumped by his longtime girlfriend, twenty-eight-year-old Justin Halpern found himself living at home with his seventy-three-year-old dad. Sam Halpern, who is "like Socrates, but angrier, and with worse hair," has never minced words, and when Justin moved back home, he began to record all the ridiculous things his dad said to him:

After being dumped by his longtime girlfriend, the 29-year-old author moves in with his 73-year-old dad, whose straightforward, expletive-laden advice and opinions became a hit on Twitter and are now offered in a hilarious collection. 50,000 first printing.

Sh*t My Dad Says

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John Micklethwait

Adrian Wooldridge

Excellent condition, missing dust jacket

ISBN: 978-0063065291
9.6 ounces 
167 pages
5.5 x 0.53 x 8.25 inches
HarperVia; 1st edition (September 15, 2020)

Synopsis:

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2020 (BLOOMBERG)

An urgent and informed look at the challenges America and world governments will face in a post Covid-19 world.

The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed that governments matter again, that competent leadership is the difference between living and dying. A few governments proved adept at handling the crisis while many others failed. Are Western governments healthy and strong enough to keep their citizens safe from another virulent virus—and protect their economies from collapse? Is global leadership passing from the United States to Asia—and particularly China? 

Why the Pandemic Has Exposed the Weakness of the West, and How to Fix It

"[An] executive summary of modern political history studded with sweeping assertions and telling anecdotes." -- The New York Times Book Review

"Thought-provoking." -- Kirkus Reviews

"A shot in the arm...powerful." -- The Financial Times



"The Wake-Up Call, refreshingly concise and eminently readable, highlights how the modern crisis of governance compounded the challenges of the pandemic." -- Bloomberg

"The Wake-Up Call argues that Covid-19 has exposed not just one president's shortcomings but a much more profound degeneration of governance dating back long before 2016...You will read no more interesting book on the political consequences of the pandemic than this." -- Niall Ferguson, author of Civilization: The West and the Rest 



NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2020 (BLOOMBERG)

An urgent and informed look at the challenges America and world governments will face in a post Covid-19 world.

The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed that governments matter again, that competent leadership is the difference between living and dying. A few governments proved adept at handling the crisis while many others failed. Are Western governments healthy and strong enough to keep their citizens safe from another virulent virus--and protect their economies from collapse? Is global leadership passing from the United States to Asia--and particularly China? 

The Wake-Up Call addresses these urgent questions. Journalists and longtime collaborators John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge identify the problems Western leaders face, and outline a detailed plan to help them become more vigilant, better prepared, and responsive to disruptive future events. 

The problems that face us are enormous; as The Wake-Up Call makes clear, governments around the world must re-engineer the way they operate to successfully meet the challenges ahead. 

The Wake-Up Call

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Hans Keilson

Damion Searls

Brand New, just missing dust jacket!

ISBN: 978-0374126759
8 ounces 
135 pages 
5.27 x 0.68 x 7.8 inches
Farrar, Straus and Giroux; 1st edition (July 20, 2010)

Synopsis:
A penetrating study of ordinary people resisting the Nazi occupation—and, true to its title, a dark comedy of wartime manners—Comedy in a Minor Key tells the story of Wim and Marie, a Dutch couple who first hide a Jew they know as Nico, then must dispose of his body when he dies of pneumonia. This novella, first published in 1947 and now translated into English for the first time, shows Hans Keilson at his best: deeply ironic, penetrating, sympathetic, and brilliantly modern, an heir to Joseph Roth and Franz Kafka.

A penetrating study of ordinary people resisting the Nazi occupation--and, true to its title, a dark comedy of wartime manners--Comedy in a Minor Keytells the story of Wim and Marie, a Dutch couple who first hide a Jew they know as Nico, then must dispose of his body when he dies of pneumonia. This novella, first published in 1947 and now translated into English for the first time, shows Hans Keilson at his best: deeply ironic, penetrating, sympathetic, and brilliantly modern, an heir to Joseph Roth and Franz Kafka. In 2008, when Keilson received Germany's prestigious Welt Literature Prize, the citation praised his work for exploring "the destructive impulse at work in the twentieth century, down to its deepest psychological and spiritual ramifications."

Published to celebrate Keilson's hundredth birthday,Comedy ina Minor Key--andThe Death of the Adversary, reissued in paperback--will introduce American readers to a forgotten classic author, a witness to World War II and a sophisticated storyteller whose books remain as fresh as when they first came to light.

Comedy in a Minor Key

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John Hutchinson

ISBN: 978-0192892744
1.25 pounds
448 pages
7.99 x 5 x 0.37 inches
Oxford University Press; 1st edition (December 26, 1996)

Synopsis:

Although the term "ethnicity" is recent, the sense of kinship, group solidarity, and common culture to which it refers is as old as the historical record. Ethnic communities have been present in every period and on every continent, and have played an important role in all societies. The sense of a common ethnicity remains a major focus of identification for individuals even today. Ethnic community and identity are also often associated with conflict, particularly with political struggles in various parts of the world. Yet there is no essential connection between ethnicity and conflict, and in many instances, relations may in fact be peaceful and cooperative.

Although the term 'ethnicity' is recent, the sense of kinship, group solidarity, and common culture to which it refers is as old as the historical record: ethnic communities have been present in every period and continent. Ethnic identity is often associated with conflict, particularly with political struggles in various parts of the world, but there is no essential connection between ethnicity and conflict. So why is the nature of ethnicity so contentious? Can ethnic conflict ever be resolved? This Oxford Reader includes extracts by all the major contributors to debates on this important concept.

Ethnicity

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Isaac Rosenfeld

ISBN: 0910129754
First Markus Wiener Publishing Edition (1988)
286 pages
Printed on acid-free paper

Synopsis:

This outstanding family novel, set in a Jewish neighborhood of Chicago, is "the fullest articulation of the generational conflict between Jewish fathers and [sins]," writes Alexander Bloom in his 1986 book Prodigal Sons. The central character, a 15-year-old boy in rebellion against the petit bourgeois values of his family, engineers an affair between his flamboyant aunt and his easy-going Gentile cousin by marriage. He then leaves his father and moves into the house of this new couple, where he experiences the excitement and problems of an open relationship.



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