A full-bodied exploration of wine!The lush, earthy taste of Malbec. The rich, spicy scent of Shiraz. The crisp, refreshing bubbles in Prosecco. What's the secret to pouring the perfect glass of wine? The Book of Wine opens the door to the delightfully complex world of wine. Each page encourages you to expand your knowledge as you explore different varieties and further develop your palate. From food pairings to serving techniques, this guide covers all of ...

The first book to argue for the concept of tragic dilemmas in Christian ethicsMoral dilemmas arise when individuals are unable to fulfill all of their ethical obligations. Tragic dilemmas are moral dilemmas that involve great tragedy. The existence of moral and tragic dilemmas is debated in philosophy and often dismissed in theology based on the notion that there are effective strategies that completely solve hard ethical situations. Yet cases from real-life events...

Molecular and Cellular Biophysics provides advanced undergraduate and graduate students with a foundation in the basic concepts of biophysics. Students who have taken physical chemistry and calculus courses will find this book an accessible and valuable aid in learning how these concepts can be used in biological research. The text provides a rigorous treatment of the fundamental theories in biophysics and illustrates their application with examples. Conformational transitions of proteins ...

This fully revised and updated resource offers complete coverage of the latest release of CompTIA A+ exams 220-1101 and 220-1102. You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the CompTIA A+ exams with ease, this definitive guide also serves as an essential on-the-job IT reference.Covers all exam topics, including how to: work with CPUs, RAM, BIOS, motherboards, power suppli...

A century-old mystery—and a desperate battle to survive—unfold in this standalone thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Dark Matter and Recursion.On Christmas Day in 1893, every man, woman, and child in a remote mining town disappeared, belongings forsaken, meals left to freeze in vacant cabins, and not a single bone found.Now, journalist Abigail Foster and her historian father have set out to explore the long-aba...

In "Ten Years in the Ranks, U.S. Army," Augustus Meyers provides a vivid and compelling memoir that chronicles his decade-long service in the United States Army. Written in an engaging narrative style, the book combines personal anecdotes with a broader reflection on military life during a period marked by significant national upheaval. Meyers's keen observations and straightforward prose evoke the daily realities faced by soldiers, capturing the camaraderie, hardships, and moral dilemmas ...

Improving the use of evidence in teacher preparation is one of the greatest challenges and opportunities for our field. The chapters in this volume explore how data availability, quality, and use within and across preparation programs shed light on the structures, policies, and practices associated with high quality teacher preparation. Chapter authors take on critical questions about the connection between what takes place during teacher preparation and subsequent outcomes for teachers an...

Do you have the love or the passion for learning Spanish and German?Or have you thought of visiting Europe and experiencing the local lifestyle?Or do you have overseas clients in European countries?Or are you planning to expand into the European countries?Learning a new language sounds difficult, and you are just frozen in your feet at the start. If you are a working professional, then it might just sound impossible to you, but right now, learning a new language...

This audiobook features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun that is Sharks (A Day in the Life)."An attractive series for kids intrigued by animals in the wild." —BooklistSet over a 24-hour period, meet deadly tiger sharks, baby lemon sharks, and gigantic basking sharks in this kids’ nonfiction book about the coolest predators in the ocean.Dive under the sea to follow the lives...

**In this thrilling dark academia mystery that begins a year after the sudden disappearance of a student at an elite boarding school, his brother finds clues that can help him and his friends solve their school’s most elusive puzzle—and find his brother, dead or alive.“Perfect for Wednesday and The Inheritance Games fans . . . packed with backstabbing, puzzles, and a secret order that leaves you wondering what they could be doing in the darkness.”—Parade*...

A gripping apocalyptic thriller about a man and his family running for their lives in an America gone mad—from the New York Times bestselling author of Dark Matter and RecursionNo time to think. No time to ask why. Only time to run*.*Five days ago, the epidemic of rage began.Four days ago, the rash of senseless murders swept the nation.Three days ago, the president addressed the country and begged for peac...

The second book of the smash-hit Wayward Pines trilogy, from the New York Times bestselling author of Dark Matter, Recursion, and UpgradeIt’s the perfect town . . . as long as you don’t try to leave.Nestled amid picture-perfect mountains, the idyllic town of Wayward Pines is a modern-day Eden—at least at first glance.Except that within its fences, the residents are told where to work, how to live, and who to marry...