With more than one in ten Americans -- and more than one in five families -- affected, the phenomenon of migraine is widely prevalent and often ignored or misdiagnosed. By his mid-forties, Andrew Levy's migraines were occasional reminders of a persistent illness that he'd wrestled with half his life, though he had not fully contemplated their physical and psychological influence on the individual, family, and society at large. Then in 2006 Levy was struck almost daily by a...

Robert Carter III, the grandson of Tidewater legend Robert “King” Carter, was born into the highest circles of Virginia’s Colonial aristocracy. He was neighbor and kin to the Washingtons and Lees and a friend and peer to Thomas Jefferson and George Mason. But on September 5, 1791, Carter severed his ties with this glamorous elite at the stroke of a pen. In a document he called his Deed of Gift, Carter declared his intent to set free nearly five hundred slaves in the largest single act of l...

p>Now in its second revised edition, Labour Law in Practice has helped numerous South African managers and business owners navigate their way safely through what sometimes seems to be an impenetrable maze of labour law and practice. Andrew Levy, arguably South Africa’s best-known labour resource, has over 50 years’ experience in the field, and has taught and trained thousands of students and managers.In Andrew’s opinion, labour relations are not difficult – it is really a matter of...

A provocative, exuberant, and deeply researched investigation into Mark Twain’s writing of America’s favorite icon of childhood, Huckleberry Finn: “A boldly revisionist reading of Twain’s Huckleberry Finn…Twain’s masterpiece emerges as a compelling depiction of nineteenth-century troubles still all too familiar in the twenty-first century” (Booklist, starred review).In the “groundbreaking” (Dallas Morning News) Huck Finn’s Am...

Jack Reacher fait face à de violents cybercriminelsTout juste arrivé dans un petit coin du Tennessee, Jack Reacher tombe sur une tentative de kidnapping. Du quatre contre un, voilà qui lui convient tout à fait. Il intervient – et l’emporte à sa manière finaude et expéditive.La victime, Rusty Rutherford, explique s’être fait licencier tout récemment alors même qu’il a tenté de sauver la ville d’une cyberattaque de grande ampleur qui l’a paralysée – et a fait ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Romance of a Shop by Amy Levy is a quietly revolutionary Victorian novel that blends domestic realism with feminist social commentary, offering a rare literary portrait of independent women navigating life in late 19th-century London. When the Lorimer sisters—Gertrude, Lucy, Phyllis, and Fanny—are left penniless after their father’s death, they choose an unconventional path: to open and manage their own photography studio.De...

While many families come together in a moment of healing after the death of a loved one, the mountain of exasperation between Prince Andrew, his brother King Charles III and The Royal Family is just too much to overcome.Queen Elizabeth acted as a sort of defense over the years, with The Duke of York (her younger son) on one side and her older son, King Charles, and other members of the Royal Monarchy on the other. Now, that the defense is gone. There is a chance th...

"Will Weatherhelm: The Yarn of an Old Sailor" is a captivating maritime adventure that intertwines vivid storytelling with the rich tradition of nautical literature. Kingston expertly crafts a narrative filled with high-seas escapades, weaving themes of heroism, camaraderie, and moral integrity amid the backdrop of 19th-century naval exploration. The book's engaging style, characterized by vivid descriptions and authentic sailor vernacular, draws readers into a world where adventure and da...

In "Palissy the Huguenot Potter: A True Tale," C. L. Brightwell crafts a vivid narrative woven from historical truths and rich imaginative detail. The book illuminates the life of Bernard Palissy, a pioneering 16th-century potter whose Huguenot faith compels him to navigate the treacherous waters of religious and social upheaval in France. Brightwell employs a lyrical prose style that captures the essence of the Renaissance, integrating elements of historical fiction with Huguenot cultural...

Principles of Addiction Medicine, 7th ed is a fully reimagined resource, integrating the latest advancements and research in addiction treatment. Prepared for physicians in internal medicine, psychiatry, and nearly every medical specialty, the 7th edition is the most comprehensive publication in addiction medicine. It offers detailed information to help physicians navigate addiction treatment for all patients, not just those seeking treatment for SUDs. Published by the American Society of ...

An exhaustive, business-boosting reference, Construction Operations Manual of Policies and Procedures, Fourth Edition, by Andrew Civitello, Jr., is loaded with procedures and step-by-step details for successfully managing construction operations. You get nearly 500 pages of methods, strategies and tactics, forms and ready-to-copy letters all laid out for you in a concise, easy-to-grasp style. This new edition, now the most timely, complete, and useful guide available for managing construction...

In "Mark Seaworth," William Henry Giles Kingston delivers a captivating maritime adventure that deftly weaves themes of resilience, camaraderie, and the pursuit of fortune on the high seas. Set against the backdrop of the 19th-century British naval tradition, the narrative follows the titular character, Mark Seaworth, as he embarks on a perilous journey filled with treachery, friendship, and self-discovery. Kingston's vivid and descriptive prose immerses the reader in the tumultuous world ...