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Household Perspectives on Minority Language Maintenance and Loss

Language in the Small Spaces

de Isabel Velázquez ...

Series Libro 115 - Bilingual Education & Bilingualism
This book provides an in-depth examination of minority language maintenance and loss within a group of first-generation Spanish-speaking families in the early-21st century, post-industrial, hyper-globalized US Midwest, an area that has a recent history of Latino settlement and has a low ethnolinguistic vitality for Spanish. It looks specifically at language ‘in the small spaces’, that is, everyday ... Leer más

$23.79 USD

This book provides an in-depth examination of minority language maintenance and loss within a group of first-generation Spanish-speaking families in the early-21st century, post-industrial, hyper-globalized US Midwest, an area that has a recent history of Latino settlement and has a low ethnolinguistic vitality for Spanish. It looks specifically at language ‘in the small spaces’, that is, everyday
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All the President's Money

Investigating the Secret Foreign Schemes That Made the Biden Family Rich

de James Comer ...

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERJoe Biden made less than $200,000 a year for most of his life, but as soon as he left office, he bought his second multimillion-dollar mansion.In All the President’s Money, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer takes readers on a captivating journey through the murky world of the Biden family’s business dealings. This explosive exposé delves deep into ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERJoe Biden made less than $200,000 a year for most of his life, but as soon as he left office, he bought his second multimillion-dollar mansion.In All the President’s Money, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer takes readers on a captivating journey through the murky world of the Biden family’s business dealings. This explosive exposé delves deep into
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PowerScore LSAT Logical Reasoning Bible

de David M Killoran ...

The PowerScore LSAT Logical Reasoning BibleTM is the most comprehensive book available for the Logic Reasoning section of the LSAT. This book will provide you with an advanced system for attacking any Logical Reasoning question that you may encounter on the LSAT. The concepts presented in the Logical Reasoning Bible are representative of the techniques covered in PowerScore’s live courses and have ... Leer más

$46.79 USD

The PowerScore LSAT Logical Reasoning BibleTM is the most comprehensive book available for the Logic Reasoning section of the LSAT. This book will provide you with an advanced system for attacking any Logical Reasoning question that you may encounter on the LSAT. The concepts presented in the Logical Reasoning Bible are representative of the techniques covered in PowerScore’s live courses and have
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Cultish

The Language of Fanaticism

de Amanda Montell ...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers“At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don’t realize you’re in one till it’s too late.”—Refinery29.comThe New York Times ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers“At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don’t realize you’re in one till it’s too late.”—Refinery29.comThe New York Times
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Practice Makes Perfect: Intermediate German Grammar

de Ed Swick ...

Series series Practice Makes Perfect Series
When you're ready to go further with your German skills, Practice Makes Perfect will take you to the next levelUsing extensive explanations, examples, reading passages, and practice exercises, Practice Makes Perfect: Intermediate German Grammar helps you grow your understanding and usage of such grammar topics as verbs tenses and moods. It also increases your ability to communicate in German using ... Leer más

$17.29 USD

When you're ready to go further with your German skills, Practice Makes Perfect will take you to the next levelUsing extensive explanations, examples, reading passages, and practice exercises, Practice Makes Perfect: Intermediate German Grammar helps you grow your understanding and usage of such grammar topics as verbs tenses and moods. It also increases your ability to communicate in German using
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The Emperor in Hell: A Story in Simplified Chinese and Pinyin, 600 Word Vocabulary Level

Journey to the West, #5

de Jeff Pepper, Xiao Hui Wang ...

Series Libro 5 - Journey to the West
This story starts innocently enough, with two good friends chatting as they walk home after eating and drinking at a local inn. One of the men, a fisherman, tells his friend about a fortune-teller who advises him on where to find fish. This seemingly harmless conversation between two minor characters triggers a series of events that eventually cost the life of a supposedly immortal being, and ... Leer más

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This story starts innocently enough, with two good friends chatting as they walk home after eating and drinking at a local inn. One of the men, a fisherman, tells his friend about a fortune-teller who advises him on where to find fish. This seemingly harmless conversation between two minor characters triggers a series of events that eventually cost the life of a supposedly immortal being, and
... Leer más
The Law of Law School

The Essential Guide for First-Year Law Students

de Andrew Guthrie Ferguson, Jonathan Yusef Newton ...

Offers one hundred rules that every first year law student should live by“Dear Law Student: Here’s the truth. You belong here.”Law professor Andrew Ferguson and former student Jonathan Yusef Newton open with this statement of reassurance in The Law of Law School. As all former law students and current lawyers can attest, law school is disorienting, overwhelming, and difficult. Unlike other ... Leer más

$10.79 USD

Offers one hundred rules that every first year law student should live by“Dear Law Student: Here’s the truth. You belong here.”Law professor Andrew Ferguson and former student Jonathan Yusef Newton open with this statement of reassurance in The Law of Law School. As all former law students and current lawyers can attest, law school is disorienting, overwhelming, and difficult. Unlike other
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The Madman's Library

The Strangest Books, Manuscripts and Other Literary Curiosities from History

de Edward Brooke-Hitching ...

This fascinating and bizarre collection compiles the most unusual, obscure books from the far reaches of the human imagination throughout history.From the author of the critically acclaimed bestsellers The Phantom Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the ... Leer más

$2.99 USD

This fascinating and bizarre collection compiles the most unusual, obscure books from the far reaches of the human imagination throughout history.From the author of the critically acclaimed bestsellers The Phantom Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the
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NASB, Clear Focus Bible, 1995 Text

Read more of the Bible with better focus using the Bionic Reading Method

de Zondervan ...

Series series Clear Focus
Finally, a resource to keep your mind from wandering while reading the Bible!Have you ever realized you’ve read a passage multiple times in a row and still can’t recall what it says? The NASB Clear Focus Bible uses Bionic Reading®, which enables you to read more and with greater comprehension. Developed by Swiss scientists, Bionic Reading® bolds the portion of each word most critical for ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

Finally, a resource to keep your mind from wandering while reading the Bible!Have you ever realized you’ve read a passage multiple times in a row and still can’t recall what it says? The NASB Clear Focus Bible uses Bionic Reading®, which enables you to read more and with greater comprehension. Developed by Swiss scientists, Bionic Reading® bolds the portion of each word most critical for
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The Grand Spas of Central Europe

A History of Intrigue, Politics, Art, and Healing

de David Clay Large ...

The Grand Spas of Central Europe leads readers on an irresistible tour through the grand spa towns of Central Europe—fabled places like Baden-Baden, Bad Ems, Bad Gastein, Karlsbad, and Marienbad. Noted historian David Clay Large follows the grand spa story from Greco-Roman antiquity to the present, focusing especially on the years between the French Revolution and World War II, a period in which ... Leer más

$38.89 USD

The Grand Spas of Central Europe leads readers on an irresistible tour through the grand spa towns of Central Europe—fabled places like Baden-Baden, Bad Ems, Bad Gastein, Karlsbad, and Marienbad. Noted historian David Clay Large follows the grand spa story from Greco-Roman antiquity to the present, focusing especially on the years between the French Revolution and World War II, a period in which
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The 2-Hour Job Search, Third Edition

Using Technology to Get the Right Job Faster

de Steve Dalton ...

Series series The Job Search Collection
Use the latest technology to target potential employers and secure the first interview--no matter your experience, education, or network--with these revised and updated tools and recommendations.“The most practical, stress-free guide ever written for finding a white-collar job.”—Dan Heath, coauthor of Switch and Made to StickTechnology has changed not only the way we do business, but also the way ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Use the latest technology to target potential employers and secure the first interview--no matter your experience, education, or network--with these revised and updated tools and recommendations.“The most practical, stress-free guide ever written for finding a white-collar job.”—Dan Heath, coauthor of Switch and Made to StickTechnology has changed not only the way we do business, but also the way
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Cribsheet

A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool

de Emily Oster ...

Series Libro 2 - The ParentData Series
**From the author of Expecting Better, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected an economist's guide to the early years of parenting.“Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down.” —LA Times**“The book is jampacked with information, but it’s also a delightful read because Oster is such a good ... Leer más

$7.99 USD

**From the author of Expecting Better, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected an economist's guide to the early years of parenting.“Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down.” —LA Times**“The book is jampacked with information, but it’s also a delightful read because Oster is such a good
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Independent California Contractor General Building (B) Exam Guide 2026/2027 for Everyone

Exam Ready Review with 1000 Questions and Detailed Answers

de Terry Giron ...

This book is a comprehensive study resource created to support individuals preparing for the California General Building Contractor (B) license examination. This guide presents exam-relevant construction knowledge and business principles in a clear, structured format designed to help candidates understand both technical and regulatory requirements.The content focuses on key subject areas commonly ... Leer más

$7.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This book is a comprehensive study resource created to support individuals preparing for the California General Building Contractor (B) license examination. This guide presents exam-relevant construction knowledge and business principles in a clear, structured format designed to help candidates understand both technical and regulatory requirements.The content focuses on key subject areas commonly
... Leer más
GED Math Study Guide 2025–2026

Complete Preparation Lessons, Practice Tests, Problem-Solving Strategies, And Realistic Questions

de Elliot Spencer ...

Introducing the GED Math Study Guide 2025–2026 by renowned educator Elliot Spencer—a complete, results-driven blueprint designed specifically to help students master the GED Math test, whether you're starting from scratch or revisiting math after years away from the classroom. This isn’t just another study book. It’s your step-by-step pathway to GED success.Unlike generic prep books that overload ... Leer más

$11.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Introducing the GED Math Study Guide 2025–2026 by renowned educator Elliot Spencer—a complete, results-driven blueprint designed specifically to help students master the GED Math test, whether you're starting from scratch or revisiting math after years away from the classroom. This isn’t just another study book. It’s your step-by-step pathway to GED success.Unlike generic prep books that overload
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The Armchair Economist (revised and updated May 2012)

Economics & Everyday Life

de Steven E. Landsburg ...

The extensively revised and updated edition of Steven Landsburg’s hugely popular book, The Armchair Economist—“a delightful compendium of quotidian examples illustrating important economic and financial theories” (The Journal of Finance).In this revised and updated edition of Steven Landsburg’s hugely popular book, he applies economic theory to today’s most pressing concerns, answering a diverse ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

The extensively revised and updated edition of Steven Landsburg’s hugely popular book, The Armchair Economist—“a delightful compendium of quotidian examples illustrating important economic and financial theories” (The Journal of Finance).In this revised and updated edition of Steven Landsburg’s hugely popular book, he applies economic theory to today’s most pressing concerns, answering a diverse
... Leer más
The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands

de Dr. Laura Schlessinger ...

The #1 National BestsellerIn her most provocative book on marriage advice yet, America's top radio talk show host, Dr. Laura Schlessinger, urgently reminds women that to take proper care of their husbands is to ensure themselves the happiness and satisfaction they deserve in marriage.Women want to be in love, get married and live happily ever after, yet countless women call Dr. Laura, unhappy in ... Leer más

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The #1 National BestsellerIn her most provocative book on marriage advice yet, America's top radio talk show host, Dr. Laura Schlessinger, urgently reminds women that to take proper care of their husbands is to ensure themselves the happiness and satisfaction they deserve in marriage.Women want to be in love, get married and live happily ever after, yet countless women call Dr. Laura, unhappy in
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Chasing the Demon

A Secret History of the Quest for the Sound Barrier, and the Band of American Aces Who Conquered It

de Dan Hampton ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • At the end of World War II, a band of aces gathered in the Mojave Desert on a Top Secret quest to break the sound barrier–nicknamed "The Demon" by pilots. The true story of what happened in those skies has never been told.Speed. In 1947, it represented the difference between victory and annihilation.After Hiroshima, the ability to deliver a nuclear device to its target faster ... Leer más

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • At the end of World War II, a band of aces gathered in the Mojave Desert on a Top Secret quest to break the sound barrier–nicknamed "The Demon" by pilots. The true story of what happened in those skies has never been told.Speed. In 1947, it represented the difference between victory and annihilation.After Hiroshima, the ability to deliver a nuclear device to its target faster
... Leer más
The Will to Learn

Cultivating Student Motivation Without Losing Your Own

de Dave Stuart ...

Series series Corwin Teaching Essentials
Do the work. Do it with care.This is a book about love. That is, the active, earnest, and intelligent pursuit of our neighbors’ good. Teachers embody this kind of love; we seek and serve the wholeness of others.At the center of this love lies Dave Stuart Jr.’s philosophy that every teacher of every subject area in our schools has the potential to enrich students’ lives long-term through the power ... Leer más

$33.29 USD

Do the work. Do it with care.This is a book about love. That is, the active, earnest, and intelligent pursuit of our neighbors’ good. Teachers embody this kind of love; we seek and serve the wholeness of others.At the center of this love lies Dave Stuart Jr.’s philosophy that every teacher of every subject area in our schools has the potential to enrich students’ lives long-term through the power
... Leer más
Shadow Before the Flame

The Hindenburg Disaster and the Prelude to War

de Catherine Grace Katz ...

***GLIBA Regional Bestseller*“Narrative history at its best.”—Air MailThe gripping, definitive history of the Hindenburg disaster, the rise of the Nazis, and the road to World War II as never before told**On the evening of May 6, 1937, the majestic German zeppelin Hindenburg arrived before cheering crowds in Lakehurst, New Jersey, when suddenly, a titanic inferno lit up the sky. Thirty-four ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

***GLIBA Regional Bestseller*“Narrative history at its best.”—Air MailThe gripping, definitive history of the Hindenburg disaster, the rise of the Nazis, and the road to World War II as never before told**On the evening of May 6, 1937, the majestic German zeppelin Hindenburg arrived before cheering crowds in Lakehurst, New Jersey, when suddenly, a titanic inferno lit up the sky. Thirty-four
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The Black Librarian in America

Reflections, Resistance, and Reawakening

Edición de Shauntee Burns-Simpson, Nichelle M. Hayes, Ana Ndumu, Shaundra Walker ...

The Black Librarian in America: Reflections, Resistance, and Reawakening is the latest in the powerful line of The Black Librarian in America volumes.While previous editions we organized around library types, this edition is organized in four thematic sections”:A Rich Heritage: Black Librarian HistoryCelebrating Collective and Individual IdentityBlack Librarians across SettingsMoving Forward: ... Leer más

$42.09 USD

The Black Librarian in America: Reflections, Resistance, and Reawakening is the latest in the powerful line of The Black Librarian in America volumes.While previous editions we organized around library types, this edition is organized in four thematic sections”:A Rich Heritage: Black Librarian HistoryCelebrating Collective and Individual IdentityBlack Librarians across SettingsMoving Forward:
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How to Kill a Language

Power, Resistance, and the Race to Save Our Words

de Sophia Smith Galer ...

An urgent, globe-spanning exploration of languages at risk, from Kichwa to Ukrainian, that asks: What do we lose—culturally, politically, and personally—when a language is silenced?“Fascinating . . . Galer casts a bright light on the massive linguistic diversity that the world seems set to lose.”—John McWhorter, The New York TimesLanguages can be killed in many ways: war, the climate crisis, ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

An urgent, globe-spanning exploration of languages at risk, from Kichwa to Ukrainian, that asks: What do we lose—culturally, politically, and personally—when a language is silenced?“Fascinating . . . Galer casts a bright light on the massive linguistic diversity that the world seems set to lose.”—John McWhorter, The New York TimesLanguages can be killed in many ways: war, the climate crisis,
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Write. Revise. Publish.

Essential Lessons from the Writers with Wrinkles Podcast

de Beth McMullen, Lisa Schmid ...

Writing a book is hard. Publishing one is harder still. This book explains both.You started because you had an idea. The early days felt electric — the characters were loud, the opening scene practically wrote itself. And then somewhere around chapter three, everything got complicated. The draft stalled. The revision never felt finished. The publishing industry turned out to operate by rules ... Leer más

$8.99 USD

Writing a book is hard. Publishing one is harder still. This book explains both.You started because you had an idea. The early days felt electric — the characters were loud, the opening scene practically wrote itself. And then somewhere around chapter three, everything got complicated. The draft stalled. The revision never felt finished. The publishing industry turned out to operate by rules
... Leer más
Running the Room: The Teacher’s Guide to Behaviour

de Tom Bennett ...

Good behaviour is the beginning of great learning. All children deserve classrooms that are calm, safe spaces where everyone is treated with dignity. Creating that space is one of the most important things a teacher needs to be able to do. But all too often teachers begin their careers with the bare minimum of training – or worse, none. How students behave, socially and academically, dictates ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

Good behaviour is the beginning of great learning. All children deserve classrooms that are calm, safe spaces where everyone is treated with dignity. Creating that space is one of the most important things a teacher needs to be able to do. But all too often teachers begin their careers with the bare minimum of training – or worse, none. How students behave, socially and academically, dictates
... Leer más
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Plain Language Guide

de Richard S. Patterson ...

Navigating the Texas criminal justice system no longer requires deciphering over 21,000 paragraphs of dense legal jargon. Texas Code of Criminal Procedure: A Plain Language Guide, 2026-2027 Edition, by Richard S. Patterson, transforms the state's complex procedural rulebook into a clear, accessible reference guide.Current through the Texas 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session of 2025 and updated ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Navigating the Texas criminal justice system no longer requires deciphering over 21,000 paragraphs of dense legal jargon. Texas Code of Criminal Procedure: A Plain Language Guide, 2026-2027 Edition, by Richard S. Patterson, transforms the state's complex procedural rulebook into a clear, accessible reference guide.Current through the Texas 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session of 2025 and updated
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