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Second Chance With His Princess / Whisked Into The Billionaire's World Winters Rebecca

Second Chance with His Princessby Rebecca Winters Forbidden-but unable to stay

Exploitation: What It Is and Why Its Wrong Sample Ruth J.

Exploitation: What It Is and Why It's Wrong locates what it is we recognize as bad when we judge a situation to be exploitative. This is not merely a matter of surveying ordinary moral judgments--author Ruth Sample identifies what's wrong with exploitation in the ethically thick sense. In so doing, she argues that some cases that have been regarded as exploitative are not genuinely so, and that some exploitative situations are not generally seen as such. Sample's own account locates exploitation in those interactions that we might call degrading, even when those interactions are voluntary or worsen one's own position. While exploitation is morally bad, because of the plurality of values in our moral universe, it does not follow that exploitative situations should be prohibited by law or sanctioned by public opinion.Exploitation is ideal for courses in social and political philosophy,

Braids and birds Reid Claudette

Hot Molecules, Cold Electrons: From the Mathematics of Heat to the Development of the Trans-Atlantic Telegraph Cable Nah...

An entertaining mathematical exploration of the heat equation and its role in the triumphant development of the trans-Atlantic telegraph cableHeat, like gravity, shapes nearly every aspect of our world and universe, from how milk dissolves in coffee to how molten planets cool. The heat equation, a cornerstone of modern physics, demystifies such processes, painting a mathematical picture of the way heat diffuses through matter. Presenting the mathematics and history behind the heat equation, Hot Molecules, Cold Electrons tells the remarkable story of how this foundational idea brought about one of the greatest technological advancements of the modern era.Paul Nahin vividly recounts the heat equation's tremendous influence on society, showing how French mathematical physicist Joseph Fourier discovered, derived, and solved the equation in the early nineteenth

European Physico-Theology 1650-C.1760 in Context: Celebrating Nature and Creation Von Greyerz Kaspar

Physico-theology celebrated the observation of nature as a way toward the recognition of God as Creator and to demonstrate the compatibility of the biblical record with the new science. It was a crucial, albeit often underestimated element in the intellectual as well as socio-cultural establishment of the new science in western and central Europe beginning in the mid-seventeenth century. The importance of physico-theology in enhancing the acceptance of the new science among a broad educated public cannot be underestimated. Unfortunately, this insight has not yet received much attention in the history of early modern science, chiefly because the history of physico-theology tends to highlight the activities of virtuosi rather than well-known scientists. A contribution to the history of knowledge, this is the first monograph in English on physico-theology on the European scale. It

Animal Taddeo Lisa

From Lisa Taddeo, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller and global phenomenon Three Women, comes an "intoxicating" (Entertainment Weekly), "fearless" (Los Angeles Times), and "explosive" (People) novel about "what happens when women are pushed beyond the brink, and what comes after the reckoning" (Esquire).Joan has spent a lifetime enduring the cruelties of men. But when one of them commits a shocking act of violence in front of her, she flees New York City in search of Alice, the only person alive who can help her make sense of her past. In the sweltering hills above Los Angeles, Joan unravels the horrific event she witnessed as a child-that has haunted her every waking moment-while forging the power to finally strike back. Animal is a depiction of female rage at its rawest, and a visceral exploration of the fallout from a male-dominated society.

Teamwork Cross-Culturally: Christ-Centered Solutions for Leading Multinational Teams Lingenfelter Sherwood G.

Following Sherwood Lingenfelter's successful books on ministering, teaching, and leading cross-culturally (with combined sales of over 200,000 copies), Teamwork Cross-Culturally casts a vision for how teams made up of diverse peoples can serve in unity as the body of Christ despite the complicated problems that arise. The book equips leaders to respond to divisive issues so that multinational mission teams can do the work of ministry in ways that honor God. Real-life examples of teamwork challenges from around the world demonstrate that "in Christ" responses are

American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850 Taylor Alan

In this beautifully written history of America's formative period, a preeminent historian upends the traditional story of a young nation confidently marching to its continent-spanning destiny. The newly constituted United States actually emerged as a fragile, internally divided union of states contending still with European empires and other independent republics on the North American continent. Native peoples sought to defend their homelands from the flood of American settlers through strategic alliances with the other continental powers. The system of American slavery grew increasingly powerful and expansive, its vigorous internal trade in Black Americans separating parents and children, husbands and wives. Bitter party divisions pitted elites favoring strong government against those, like Andrew Jackson, espousing a democratic populism for white men. Violence was both routine and

All I Stole from You Bellows Ava

For fans of Lily King's Writers & Lovers comes a captivating debut novel about the complexities of love and the unpredictable bonds that change our livesMaggie Hoyt is a quick-witted, house-sitting LA actress who's dated one too many DJs for her liking. An incorrigible insomniac, she desperately needs more than four hours of sleep, according to her therapist.One night, while still grieving the death of her ex-boyfriend, Maggie reluctantly attends her friend's boat party. There she meets Rob, a charming tattoo artist who makes her feel like her best self for the first time in a while. Their attraction to each other is instantaneous and electrifying. There's just one glaring problem: he's wearing a wedding ring.Despite their best efforts, Maggie and Rob can't seem to shake their unwavering feelings for each other. When Maggie

Elevated Everyday Paleo: 60 Simple-Made-Special Recipes for Healthy Everyday Cooking Sawtelle Moriah

Gluten- and grain-free dishes have never tasted so scrumptious than with this collection of elevated, elegant Paleo-friendly recipes. By placing an emphasis on using minimal, wholesome ingredients and cutting her recipes down to a few simple steps, Moriah Sawtelle is here to show you that a Paleo diet can be an approachable, flavor-forward part of every day and meal of the week. Geared toward readers looking to streamline their lifestyle while eating more whole food meals with clean, fresh ingredients, Moriah's recipes will have you easily indulging in incredible dishes with distinct and interesting flavors.Try out the quick Maple-Mustard Pork Chops with Parsnip Puree, the drool-worthy Cranberry Balsamic Short Ribs or the easy Arctic Char with Lemon Salsa Verde and Grapefruit. Never settle for boring sides again with inspired Dukkah Roasted Eggplants and Whipped Tahini or Pear

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Depth of Field: The Aga Khan Beyond the Lens Otte Gary

The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's fifteen million Ismaili Muslims, has dedicated his life to the improvement of the quality of life for millions of people across Africa and Asia. This collection of photographs--many never-before published--offers a fascinating glimpse into the public work and personal life and of His Highness the Aga Khan IV.Gary Otte accompanied the Aga Khan as a photographer for more than thirty years, and gained unique access to official archives.Presented for the first time in one volume, these images offer a narrative of the Aga Khan's life and work as a public figure and private citizen. More than 200 photos, each with a caption, span eight decades and forty-eight different countries, and include the work of Gary Otte and fifty other photographers.From his childhood years in Nairobi, Kenya, to his education at Harvard and his

Spun Cotton Crafts: 25 Vintage Projects for the Nostalgic Crafter Lloyd Valerie

Learn the nostalgic, easy-entry craft of spun cotton and make the perfect handmade decorations! Spun Cotton Crafts features more than 25 adorable step-by-step projects using affordable materials, from glitter icicles and a bell garland to cotton ball chicks, mossy forest mushrooms, and more! Also included is a brief history of spun cotton, helpful sections on materials and techniques, and a gallery of inspirational ornament designs. Accessible for anyone to accomplish no matter their skill level, this guide is a fun and festive introduction to making charming spun cotton ornaments! Author Valerie Lloyd is the owner of Smile Mercantile Craft Co. where she sells quality craft goods to passionate makers, from twine and paper mache to spun cotton craft shapes, holiday novelties, and more. Her popular YouTube channel by the same name is where she offers an array of imaginative and

Cold War Liberation: The Soviet Union and the Collapse of the Portuguese Empire in Africa, 1961-1975 Telepneva Natalia

Cold War Liberation examines the African revolutionaries who led armed struggles in three Portuguese colonies--Angola, Mozambique, and Guinea-Bissau--and their liaisons in Moscow, Prague, East Berlin, and Sofia. By reconstructing a multidimensional story that focuses on both the impact of the Soviet Union on the end of the Portuguese Empire in Africa and the effect of the anticolonial struggles on the Soviet Union, Natalia Telepneva bridges the gap between the narratives of individual anticolonial movements and those of superpower rivalry in sub-Saharan Africa during the Cold War.Drawing on newly available archival sources from Russia and Eastern Europe and interviews with key participants, Telepneva emphasizes the agency of African liberation leaders who enlisted the superpower into their movements via their relationships with middle-ranking members of the Soviet

Wonder Doodles: The Little Book of Encouragement, Wisdom & Self-Care Shi Joanne

Wonder Doodles artist and creator Joanne Shi draws on her experience as a licensed therapist to provide wisdom, encouragement, and smiles to anyone who needs a little help through life's ups and downs.Some days you just need an extra dose of self-kindness! Wonder Doodles provides all that and much more. With humor, charm, and a dose of solid advice, it provides the encouragement we all can use to get through those difficult days. After all, no one has it together all the time, and sometimes we just need a little bit of wisdom and humor to keep us going. Whether you need an affirmation to make you smile, practical tips on upping your self-care, or inspiration from some beloved role models, this book combines charming drawings with friendly words of support to help you through life's highs and lows.

Fever Knights: Official Fake Strategy Guide Ellis Adam

What happened at Starfish Beach?Finneus had plans to surf every day of summer vacation until a mysterious accident at Starfish Beach took his arm and left him with almost no memory of exactly what happened. Now, strange things have been occurring all around Toro Island, and Finn and his friends are going to get to the bottom of it!Structured like an old-school video game strategy guide, Fever Knights unravels the mystery of the uncanny events affecting Toro Island as Finn and his friends look for answers, making allies, and fighting enemies, using their skills, teamwork, and strange new powers to figure out what happened at Starfish Beach and what they can do to save their home.With Adam Ellis's vibrant comic illustrations, witty humor, richly detailed world building, and a fantastical cast of characters, Fever Knights is the best game you've never

You Mean It or You Don't: James Baldwin's Radical Challenge McGhee Jamie

After a speech at UMass Amherst on February 28, 1984, James Baldwin was asked by a student: You said that the liberal faade and being a liberal is not enough. Well, what is? What is necessary? Baldwin responded, Commitment. That is what is necessary. You mean it or you don't.Taking up that challenge and drawing from Baldwin's fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and interviews, You Mean It or You Don't will spur today's progressives from conviction to action. It is not enough, authors Hollowell and McGhee urge us, to hold progressive views on racial justice, LGBTQ+ identity, and economic inequality. True and lasting change demands a response to Baldwin's radical challenge for moral commitment. Called to move from dreams of justice to living it out in communities, churches, and neighborhoods, we can show that we truly mean it.Welcome to life with James Baldwin. It is

A Kunwinjku Counting Book Maralngurra Gabriel

One crocodile with many sharp teeth, two snake-necked turtles swimming in a billabong, three water goannas soaking up the sun... Learn to count with the animals of Australia's West Arnhem Land and the traditional art of indigenous Kunwinjku culture.A Wall Street Journal Best Children's Book of 2022A Kirkus Best Nonfiction Picture Book of 2022A Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of 2023A USBBY Outstanding International Book of 2023A 2023 Bologna Ragazzi Award Amazing Bookshelf SelectionSelected for the Society of Illustrators 2022 Original Art ShowOne, two, three. Nakudji, bokenh, danjbik. Accompanied by illustrations drawing on traditional Kunwinjku art, each of the twelve entries of

Les Fleurs Du Mal the Flowers of Evil: The Award-Winning Translation Baudelaire Charles

Bilingual edition of the French masterpiece--with the definitive English

In the Land of Leadale, Vol. 1 Manga Ceez

One day, Cayna receives an urgent correspondence from Shining Saber, a fellow Leadale player also transported to this new world. It turns out that a horde of monsters is headed for the royal capital, and he needs Cayna to lend her mighty powers to stop the beasts. But when a Guardian Tower in the form of a giant tortoise appears in Cayna's absence, will Exis and Quolke have what it takes to handle it themselves?!

Think Least of Death: Spinoza on How to Live and How to Die Nadler Steven

From Pulitzer Prize-finalist Steven Nadler, an engaging guide to what Spinoza can teach us about life's big questionsIn 1656, after being excommunicated from Amsterdam's Portuguese-Jewish community for "abominable heresies" and "monstrous deeds," the young Baruch Spinoza abandoned his family's import business to dedicate his life to philosophy. He quickly became notorious across Europe for his views on God, the Bible, and miracles, as well as for his uncompromising defense of free thought. Yet the radicalism of Spinoza's views has long obscured that his primary reason for turning to philosophy was to answer one of humanity's most urgent questions: How can we lead a good life and enjoy happiness in a world without a providential God? In Think Least of Death, Pulitzer Prize-finalist Steven Nadler connects Spinoza's ideas with his life and times to offer a compelling

Daddy and Me and the Rhyme to Be a Karma's World Picture Book Person Halcyon

A humorous and heartwarming picture book from legendary musician Chris "Ludacris" Bridges about the special bond between father and daughter.Karma and her daddy love to make music together! Karma sets up the rhyme and daddy finishes it. Together, they're the perfect team! But when it's time for Karma to write her daddy a rap for his birthday all on her own, she can't quite make it perfect. What rhymes with banana anyway? Told with heart and humor, Karma soon realizes that she never has to do anything alone as long as she has daddy by her

Brain Games - Sudoku Puzzles Waves: Solve Clues and Have Fun with More Than 130 Puzzles! Publications International Ltd

Brain Games Sudoku Puzzles contains more than 130 sudoku puzzles.Puzzles are divided into five levels of difficulty.Each puzzle takes up one page, so numbers are easy to read and fill in.Answer key found at the back of the book.Spiral bound, 160

Today Is Going to Be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right Bengtson Michelle

Job frustrations, difficult relationships, fluctuating health, emotional upheaval. When life conspires to drag us down with all of its troubles, it can be hard to keep our spirits up. Dr. Michelle Bengtson knows. Severely ill and mired in depression, she desperately needed something to cling to. That is when she decided to stand on God's promises that, despite her circumstances, every day was a good day for a good day.In this uplifting devotional, Bengtson helps you make each day a good day no matter what is going on in your life. Each reading includes Scripture, reflection, prayer, and a recommended playlist song designed to help you live out Philippians 4:8: "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such

The Beloved of the Dawn Fhmann Franz

Four classical Greek myths retold with unexpected twists by an East German dissident.Franz F hmann's subversive retellings of four Greek legends were first published in East Germany in 1980. In them, F hmann plumbs the ancient tales' depths and makes them his own. Attuned to conflict and paradox, he sheds light on the complexities of sex and love, art and beauty, politics and power. In the title story, the love of the goddess Eos for the mortal Tithonos reveals the blessing and curse of transience, while "Hera and Zeus" probes the divine couple's tumultuous relationship and its devastating consequences for a world embroiled in war. F hmann's unflinching account of Marsyas' flaying by Apollo has been widely read as a dissident political statement that has lost none of its incisive force. At times charged with sensuality, and at others honed to a keen analytical edge, F

A Game of Retribution St Clair Scarlett

Become enchanted by the fantasy world of gods and mortals in bestselling author Scarlett St. Clair's reimagined New Greece. Readers are "hopelessly addicted" to the story of Hades and Persephone.Hades, God of the Dead, does not take sides or bend the rules. He makes no exceptions to these values--not for god or mortal, even his lover, Persephone, Goddess of Spring.Usually, fear prevents retaliation.But not this time.When Hera, Goddess of Women, approaches Hades with a plan to overthrow Zeus, he declines to offer help. As punishment, Hera sentences Hades to perform a series of labors. Between killing mythical monsters and recovering deadly stolen artifacts, each feat seems more impossible than the last and draws his attention away from Persephone--whose own tragedy has left her questioning whether she can be Queen of the

The Three Bears Barton Byron

In a rhythmic text with striking pictures, Byron Barton retells the classic fairytale of the three bears and a little girl named Goldilocks. Barton's simple words, bold images, and imaginative use of color have made his many picture books perennial favorites with very young children. Young readers will love the rhythmic refrain throughout the story.Supports the Common Core State

Earth Day--Hooray! Murphy Stuart J.

Help kids with their math skills plus their reading skills with the engaging and fun MathStart seriesEarth Day--Hooray is perfect for teaching place value to second, third, and fourth graders. Earth Day is on the way, and Ryan, Luke, and Carly have a plan. If they manage to collect and recycle 5,000 aluminum cans, they can make enough money to buy some beautiful flowers for nearby Gilroy Park. CAN they do it? Counting the cans gives Ryan, Luke, and Carly--along with readers--a lesson in place value. And facts about recycling throughout the story will help readers understand how important it is to take care of the earth.Kids will love the story and the illustrations by Ren e Adriani. Parents and educators will love how the story and pictures make understanding the math

A Sense of Self: Memory, the Brain, and Who We Are O'Keane Veronica

The Thrawn Trilogy Boxed Set: Star Wars Legends: Heir to the Empire, Dark Force Rising, the Last Command Zahn Timothy

Experience the #1 New York Times bestselling Star Wars Legends trilogy that introduced the menacing Grand Admiral Thrawn--now in a complete three-book set.Following the events of Return of the Jedi: Star Wars: Episode VI, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Princess Leia find themselves once again at the center of rebellion.Five years after the Death Star was destroyed and Darth Vader and the Emperor were defeated, the galaxy is struggling to heal the wounds of war, Leia and Han are married and expecting twins, and Luke has become the first in a long-awaited line of new Jedi Knights.But thousands of light-years away, the last of the Emperor's warlords--the brilliant and deadly Grand Admiral Thrawn--has taken command of the shattered Imperial fleet, readied it for war, and pointed it at the fragile heart of the New Republic.Meanwhile, Han and