One thing we know for certain is that sex is personal: perhaps the most intimate thing of all. But sex is also shaped by a complicated web of cultural, social and political forces outside of ourselves. Fear-mongering, moral panic and outdated attitudes prevail, but if #MeToo has taught us anything, it\'s how dangerous it is to keep conversations about sex hidden from view. Behind Closed Doors invests

In 1519, the Conquistador Hern n Cort s landed on the mainland of the Americas. His quest to serve God, win gold, and achieve glory drove him into the heartland of what is now Mexico, where no European had ever set foot before. He marched towards to the majestic city of Tenochtitlan, floating like a jewel in the midst of Lake Texcoco. This encounter brought together cultures that had hitherto evolved

This book offers a new ecosystemic approach to the understanding of mangrove and salt marsh ecosystems. Both salt marsh and mangrove plants and the associated macroalgae will be characterized in their ecophysiological and phenological aspects, as well as genetic and epigenetic

Policymakers throughout Europe are enacting policies to support youth labour market integration. However, many young people continue to face unemployment and job insecurity. Adopting a mixed-method and multilevel perspective, this book provides a comprehensive investigation into the multifaceted consequences of social exclusion and derives crucial new policy recommendations. Contributors offer fresh

They are the last children on Earth... who also happen to be vampires. For longer than they can remember, these child vampires have lived a life of eternal wonder amongst the ruins of humanity. But shocking events fracture the group and set them on a path of discovery that will shatter their innocence forever. It\'s Lord of The Flies meets vampires in the first volume of a bold new ongoing series from

This adorable book provides an easy-to-read introduction to pet fish. The book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and index. This Little Blue Readers book is at Level 2, aligned to reading levels of grades K-1 and interest levels of grades

This accessible guide to child development is for students of degrees and foundation degrees in Early Years, Early Childhood Studies and related disciplines and for early years practitioners. *Introduces the context of child development *Develops an understanding of development and of how early years practitioners can support this *Explores the biological/social debate, and the importance of holistic

Athletes Who Rock! shares the inspiring backstories of 15 individuals who have achieved the near-impossible: success in the ultra-competitive worlds of pro sports and music. Although their lives are a dream for many, few have understood what it takes to break through in both fields.Enhanced by dozens of intimate photos, this dynamic collection of in-depth interviews provides accounts from star talents

Attempted murder and a mysterious stalker are a little close for comfort for DCC Skinner, in this thrilling crime novel. As Bob Skinner takes an evening stroll with a gorgeous filmstar on his arm, surely the worst of his worries is that back at headquarters, an ambitious new colleague is scheming to enlarge his territory at Skinner\'s expense. But when a frightening shot-gun attack sends Skinner and

In this book, experts discuss whether volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA) represent a challenge or a business opportunity. More intense debates on global climate change, increased turbulence in financial quarters, increased job insecurity and high levels of stress at the workplace are attracting attention in the context of organization behavior and entrepreneurship. Fear and confusion

10th anniversary edition Save money, save time and eat healthily with delicious recipes for your slow cooker. This book is for those who want to cook at home more, to save money by using cheaper ingredients, and to save time preparing a meal before the school run or after the working day. You can literally fill your slow cooker with your chosen ingredients, turn it on, and walk away for the day, returning

\"Paradoxia reveals that Lunch is at her best when she\'s at her worst . . . and] gives voice to her sometimes scary, frequently funny, always canny, never sentimental siren song.--Barbara Kruger, Artforum Lydia Lunch relays in graphic detail the true psychic repercussions of sexual misadventure. From New York to London to New Orleans, Paradoxia is an uncensored, novelized account of one woman\'s

Lua is spreading more and more throughout different areas of software, from embedded systems and mobile devices to the Web and the Internet of Things. Besides, it has a major role in the game industry, where knowledge of Lua has become an indisputable asset. Lua is the language of choice for anyone who needs a scripting language that is simple, efficient, extensible, portable, and free. Programming

Inspiration and practical tips for runners who prioritize enjoyment over pace and embrace their place as an \"average\" runnerIn her first book, popular runner blogger Amanda Brooks lays out the path to finding greater fulfillment in running for those who consider themselves \"middle of the pack runners\" -- they\'re not trying to win Boston (or even qualify for Boston); they just want to get strong

Hugh Aldersey-Williams transports us to the Dutch Golden Age a time of immense scientific and artistic innovation - in this histo-biography of Christiaan Huygens, one of Europes leading, yet unsung,

A young airman is found brutally murdered near an Air Force base in the northern desert. Lieutenant Silva and Officer Lituma set out to investigate, hitching rides on chicken trucks and cajoling a cab driver into taking them to the crime

The highly acclaimed cult classic about family, friendship and first love, from award-winning author Benjamin Alire

On the eve of wealthy philanthropist Cecil Wyatt\'s eightieth birthday, all the money in the world won\'t bring back his missing grandson, William Wyatt. The family, the police, and the media, have tried in vain to discover the young man\'s fate. Now, suspicion has turned shockingly toward William\'s own half-brother, the enigmatic Mitchell

The rise and rise of a group of artisanal producers in Champagne over the last 20 years has challenged everything we thought we knew about this famous region. In Bursting Bubbles, Robert Walters takes us on a journey to visit these great growers. Along the way, he reveals a secret history of Champagne and dispels many of the myths that still persist about this celebrated wine style. Controversial and

The first comprehensive book from the acclaimed artist, featuring a decade\'s worth of astonishing and intimate watercolors as well as essays by Audrey Wollen, L.D. Deutsch, and Mark Iosifescu.Over the past decade, artist Emma Kohlmann has harnessed the expressive possibilities of watercolor to develop an astonishing and intimate practice. In the resounding fluidity of her paintings, Kohlmann maps