A detailed examination of the features which define a coast and the various types of ecosystems found along the seashore--with more than 400 photographsThis fascinating guide provides an easy-to-use, authoritative reference to commonly occurring organisms. By looking at the habitats of the coastline, it focuses on key species you are likely to find. The book explains how these organisms have adapted,

From the cruel irony of \'A member of the Family\' to the fateful echoes of \'The Go-Away Bird\' and the unexpectedly sinister \'The Girl I Left Behind Me\', in settings that range from South Africa to the Portobello Road, Muriel Spark coolly probes the idiosyncrasies that lurk beneath the veneer of human respectability, displaying the acerbic wit and wisdom that are the hallmarks of her unique talent.

\"An absolutely first-rate thriller.\" --New York Times Book ReviewSeattle PD sex-crimes detective Livia Lone knows the monsters she hunts. Sold by her Thai parents along with her little sister, Nason; abused by the men who trafficked them; marooned in America...the only thing that kept Livia alive as a teenager was her determination to find Nason.Livia has never stopped looking. And she copes with

\'A genuine presence on the field, Owen refereed with the perfect balance of respect and authority\' Keith Wood \'Highly respected with vast experience and knowledge, Owen Doyle contributed hugely to the world of rugby refereeing, both on and off the field\' Nigel Owens \'Owen Doyle was a highly respected referee who officiated matches with passion, commitment, knowledge and, occasionally, some great

When Selina Kyle finds out an item from her past is being sold for way more than it used to be worth, it sends her into a spiral, and she\'ll do everything in her power to steal it back. 2023 Eisner Nominee - Best Limited Series Selina Kyle, a.k.a. Catwoman, is the greatest thief that Gotham City has ever seen. She\'s effortlessly stolen countless items of immense value over the years and successfully

Businesses must stay agile and be responsive to the complexities and disruptions brought about by digital transformation. The recent pandemic has also accelerated business digitization. Packed with insights and strategies, this book breaks down the roadmap to organizational success into core areas. It explains how companies can adapt, prepare and optimise their business performance through strategic

This first book by the author of the bestselling More Beautiful Than Before and The Beauty of What Remains has been reissued with a new foreword by Steve Leder, reflecting anew--20 years later--on these inspirational essays and the influence they have had.Through vignettes at times funny and poignant, Rabbi Lederpoints out those easily overlooked connections between everyday experiences andthe teachings

In this strikingly honest collection, developed from a pioneering new research project, autistic teachers and other autistic school professionals share their stories of the challenges and successes of their careers. Contributors challenge assumptions and stereotypes whilst highlighting the unique strengths autistic staff can bring to schools when their own needs are accommodated. The book explores

Gunter Anders\' Philosophy of Technology is the first comprehensive exploration of the ground-breaking work of German thinker Gunter Anders. Anders\' philosophy has become increasingly prescient in our digitised, technological age as his work predicts the prevalence of social media, ubiquitous surveillance and the turn to big data. Anders\' ouevre also explored the technologies of nuclear power and

Experience the delight--and hard work--of adopting a pet in this Scholastic Level 1 Reader from the creators of the beloved Bob Books learn-to-read phonics box sets, perfect for reading alongside the Stage 3 Bob Books box sets, or for any child reading at Guided Reading Level G.Jack and Anna want a puppy. A puppy will be fun! They adopt a little brown dog at the animal shelter and name him Buddy. Buddy

In a tour of the fascinating and colourful city, Richard Walter describes the transformation of Dublin Buses with previously unpublished

Its bad enough when Max, Rebecca, Noah, and Theo just think Grandpa Gabes house is haunted. But then the old movie projector in the library opens a passageway to a world of monsters and creatures made of shadows - a place of secrets and dangers set loose when the sun sets. The only weapons to fight them lie in the land on the other side of the Shadow Door. . .

It\'s normal to see bodies on the set of an adult film. But when they\'re dead bodies - and the cast and crew discover they\'re trapped in a house with a serial killer - Quarry\'s got his work cut out for him. NOW A CINEMAX TELEVISION SERIES The longest-running series from Max Allan Collins, author of Road to Perdition, and the first ever to feature a hitman as the main character, the Quarry novels

Through his extraordinarily drawn interpretations of favorite fairy tales and fantastic literature, Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) remains an enduring legend of the Victorian era\'s Golden Age of Illustration. Rackham took the printing developments of the early twentieth century further than any other artist of his time, masterfully manipulating the latest color processes. At once a technical and artistic

A simple, five-step program to overcome the social anxiety standing between you and a happier, more confident lifeDo you worry about what others think of you? Does fear of being judged trigger intense anxiety? If you\'re one of millions of teens suffering from social anxiety disorder (SAD), you know how it feels to miss out on life because you\'re avoiding people or situations that you feel like you

Michelle Visage is not your average diva. Powerful, positive, and polished, this diva\'s not only glamorous, she\'s a savvy businesswoman with serious credentials who works her tail off. From her days vogueing in the downtown Manhattan clubs in the \'90s to her successful career in radio and her ultimate cult status as a judge on RuPaul\'s Drag Race, Michelle has achieved her dreams and then some!

How do cultural complexes affect the collective psyche? Based on Jung\'s theory of complexes, this book offers a new perspective on the psychological nature of conflicts between groups and cultures by introducing the concept of the cultural complex. This modern version of Jung\'s idea offers an original view of the forces that prevent human attempts to bring a peaceful, collaborative spirit to conflict

Essentially, the goal of this book is to provide the fundamentals of the cutting-edge smart technology-driven production maneuver known as Industry 4.0, primarily to determine and validate its potential as a practice that promotes green manufacturing to ultimately revolutionize the competitiveness of businesses and

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