The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand is often cited as the event that triggered World War I, the massive global conflict that ensued shortly after his death. However, the First World War is more accurately described as a culmination of political tension that had been building across various European nations for decades. This comprehensive volume considers the political and diplomatic underpinnings of “the war to end all wars,” from its buildup to its conclusion and into the interw...

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family.This Harlequin Special Edition box set includes:THE MARRIAGE PLANBravo Family Tiesby New York Times bestselling author Christine RimmerWhen old friends become newlyweds, love isn’t part of the plan.Forget true love! Joe Bravo wants to ma...

Compassionate Knitting: Finding Basic Goodness in the Work of Our Hands is a knitting book unlike any other. The 20 original-design projects included in this book range from small accessory items and gifts to wearable garments-all of which include personal ritual in their creation or use. Each project is inspired by an element of the world around us, based on a contemplative theme drawn from Shambhala Buddhism and Eastern arts or, in some cases, Western notions of...

Mindful Knitting contains ten original and enjoyable knitting projects, each complemented by a meditation exercise.As knitters know the craft is much more than the finished project. By looking at the parallels between knitting and meditation—how simple repetitive actions can lead to a grater connection with the world—this knitting book shows you how to enrich your life by combining the two.Author Tara Jon Manning, a noted knitwear designer and prac...

Irish migrants in new communities: Seeking the Fair Land? comprises the second collection of essays by these editors exploring fresh aspects and perspectives on the subject of the Irish diaspora. This volume, edited by Máirtín Ó Catháin and Mícheál Ó hAodha, develops many of the oral history themes of the first book and concentrates more on issues surrounding the adaptation of migrants to new or host environments and cultures. These new places often have a jarring effect, as well as a welc...

Hold Hands, Laugh, Make Love; Live BETTER and LONGER is a work in which the author seeks to educate and entertain readers as they learn about sex, relationships, and their bodies. Through a combination of advice, information, and exercises she hopes to help readers improve their health, relationships, and sex lives, and to help them realize the importance of sex in a relationship.

In this classic farce, a young man pretends to be a war hero to impress a pretty girl. As his lies progress, so do his troubles – with hilarious results. Playwright Pierre Corneille’s comedy of manners is considered a groundbreaking work which influenced contemporaries such as the young Molière.Includes a conversation about Corneille and French drama with Larry F. Norman of the University of Chicago.Recorded before a live audience at the UCLA James Bridges Theater in April ...

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family.This Harlequin Special Edition box set includes:CHRISTMAS ON THE RANGEMen of the Westby USA TODAY bestselling author Stella BagwellThis Christmas, his kiss is on her list.Bonnie Hollister isn’t interested in romance. Ever. After her ex-b...

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family.This Harlequin Special Edition box set includes:A COWBOY’S CHRISTMAS GIFTA Marrying a McCabe Romanceby Cathy Gillen ThackerA single dad gets his Christmas wish!Wrangling five-year-old quadruplets makes Christmas four times the fun for rancher Ale...

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family.This Harlequin Special Edition box set includes:A SECRET BETWEEN FRIENDSBravo Family TiesBy New York Times bestselling author Christine RimmerTheir love was put to the test. And it’s positive!Riley Thompson was happy being Josh Bravo’s s...

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family.This Harlequin Special Edition box set includes:THE EX NEXT DOORCharming, Texasby Heatherly BellA charming distraction—or a sweet reunion?Recently divorced, Amy Holloway is starting fresh. After moving into a cozy new home with her energetic nine...

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family.This Harlequin Special Edition box set includes:THE COWBOY’S BABY PROMISEMen of the WestBy USA TODAY bestselling author Stella BagwellShe gave up on loveThen a certain cowboy came her way…The only thing worse than...