Good Parents, Better Homes, and Great Schools examines how white residential developers, planning consultants, and their allies in government strategically replaced block-level segregation with segregation at the neighborhood level in New South cities such as Atlanta, Baltimore, Birmingham, Houston, Raleigh, and Winston-Salem. Going beyond the well-known Home Owners' Loan Corporation maps of the 1930s, Karen Benjamin traces segregation tactics back to the late nineteenth century, ...

[Siren Classic: Erotic Interracial Paranormal Romance, witches, werewolves, HEA] Lucas Blackmane has no illusions about himself. He's Wulfren and on the cusp of turning feral. He may be the most powerful werewolf on two continents, but without a mate, his days are numbered. Hey, but that's okay. He's accepted that finding his mate just isn't in the cards. Which is why he's totally blindsided when a witchy woman with blood in her eyes and a heavenly scent walks into his casino and turns his...

[Siren Classic: Erotic Interracial Paranormal Romance, werewolves, HEA] Samantha Ray Drummond is on the run and she's out of options. Rogue weres want to use her as a breeder and no matter what their noses tell them, she's human-not were. She doesn't want a hairy ass were for a mate, and she sure as hell isn't down with being nobody's 'baby mama.' That is until she's captured by Andor Worth, Alpha of Wolf Valley and royal badass protector of all 'potential mates.' They will fight rogues, t...

Ten bestselling authors inspired by New York City's iconic Grand Central Terminal have created their own stories, set on the same day, just after the end of World War II, in a time of hope, uncertainty, change, and renewal….A war bride awaits the arrival of her GI husband at the platform…A Holocaust survivor works at the Oyster Bar, where a customer reminds him of his late mother…A Hollywood hopeful anticipates her first screen test and a chance at stardom in t...

A Midsummer Night’s Dream must be one of the most enduringly popular of Shakespeare’s plays, and it is not difficult to see why: the work blends several kinds of comedy with a powerful atmosphere of magic and mystery and a satisfying set of contrasts between city and country, reason and imagination, love and infatuation.

The Stoker Award-winning chilling anthology of 18 short stories in tribute to the genius of Shirley Jackson, collecting today’s best horror writers.Featuring Joyce Carol Oates, Josh Malerman, Paul Tremblay, Richard Kadrey, Stephen Graham Jones, Elizabeth Hand and more.A collection of new and exclusive short stories inspired by, and in tribute to, Shirley Jackson.Shirley Jackson is a seminal writer of horror and mystery fiction, whos...

Bringing together international academics and professionals who are actively researching and working in the field, this pioneering scholarly volume covers the issues faced by individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD) in mid and later life.Including a range of personal, academic and clinical perspectives, the book considers historical and contemporary perspectives on autism, including diagnosis, developmental outcomes and life course issues. Attention is given to medical, care ...

In Civilizations of Ancient Iraq, Benjamin and Karen Foster tell the fascinating story of ancient Mesopotamia from the earliest settlements ten thousand years ago to the Arab conquest in the seventh century. Accessible and concise, this is the most up-to-date and authoritative book on the subject. With illustrations of important works of art and architecture in every chapter, the narrative traces the rise and fall of successive civilizations and peoples in Iraq over the course of ...

Toleration in Comparative Perspective is a collection of essays that explores conceptions of toleration and tolerance in Asia and the West. It tests the common assumption in Western political discourse and contemporary political theory that toleration is a uniquely Western virtue. Toleration in modern Western philosophy is understood as principled noninterference in the practices and beliefs of others that one disapproves of or, at least, dislikes. Although toleration might be seen today a...

“Kosher Cooking for Kids" is a fun and engaging cookbook designed to introduce young chefs to the world of kosher cooking. Filled with delicious and easy-to-follow recipes, this book is the perfect way to get kids excited about cooking and learning about different foods. From classic dishes like matzo ball soup and latkes to modern twists on traditional favorites, "Kosher Cooking for Kids" has something for everyone. With colorful illustrations and simple instructions, this cookbook is a g...

The Statue of Liberty, one of the world’s most iconic symbols, was a gift from the people of France to the people of the United States. Standing proudly in New York Harbor, it became a welcoming sight to scores of immigrants.Although the statue commemorates the friendship between two countries, the gift almost didn’t occur!In this concise history, developed by the US National Park Service, you will learn how the colossal statue was conceived, financed, built, transported, and dedic...

Master the Art of Navigating Difficult InteractionsHave you ever found yourself at the receiving end of a complaint-laden tirade, wondering how to defuse the situation without losing your cool? "How to Deal with a Karen 101: The No-Nonsense Guide to Handling Narcissists, Toxic and Difficult People" is your comprehensive playbook for understanding and managing the challenging personalities you encounter in daily life.Embark on a journey of underst...