The 1990s was the decade in which the Soviet Union collapsed and Francis Fukuyama declared the 'end of history'. Nelson Mandela was released from prison, Google was launched and scientists in Edinburgh cloned a sheep from a single cell. It was also a time in which the president of the United States discussed fellatio on network television and the world's most photographed woman died in a car crash in Paris. Radical pop band The KLF burned a million quid on a Scottish islan...

On Vancouver Island in 1992, two brothers move through a life shaped by work, sport, and quiet expectation. Rugby is the constant—its rhythms familiar, its rules clear.Everything else is less certain.When Tom and Connor Davidson come into possession of a winning lottery ticket found in their captain's lost wallet at work, what begins as chance becomes a test of character. The money offers a way out, a different life just within reach. But it also introduces a fracture—betwe...

A touching tale of a grandmother and her granddaughter exploring and cherishing the natural world.Words, the woods, and the world illuminate this quest to save the most important pieces of our language—by saving the very things they stand for.When Mimi finds out her favorite words—simple words, like apricot, blackberry, buttercup—are disappearing from the English language, she elects her granddaughter Brook as their Keeper. And did you know...

If you've ever felt invisible, you have a story to tell.This book highlights stories of women who have felt invisible at some point and are coming out now to share how they went from invisible to INVINCIBLE.Not all of the stories are about domestic violence, but it is rampant throughout the world and we want to put a spotlight on some of the staggering statistics relating to domestic violence. Here's one thing to consider, not all domestic violence is again...

Mimi, an animal-loving girl, and her loyal three-legged dog, Maty, set out together to rescue any animal that needs help. It’s a crazy start to the third grade when the new girl, Emma, brings her pet parakeet, C. C., to school . . . only to have him fly out the window and disappear! Mimi and Maty jump into action, showing the whole third grade what rescuing animals is all about. Keeping track of all the clues in their trusty animal rescue notebook, Mimi and Maty’s latest adventure includes...

The British public school is an iconic institution, a training ground for the ruling elite and a symbol of national identity and tradition. But beyond the elegant architecture and evergreen playing fields is a turbulent history of teenage rebellion, sexual dissidence and political radicalism. James Brooke-Smith wades into the wilder shores of public-school life over the last 300 years in Gilded Youth. He uncovers armed mutinies in the late-eighteenth century, a Victorian craze for...

The Afghan-Pakistan Borderlands are pivotal to international security. They are often dangerous, strategically crucial and little explored by outsiders. Robin Brooke-Smith provides a new perspective on Northwest Pakistan in this first-hand account of his years in this troubled region. Tracing the build-up to 9/11 and the upheaval that has followed, this is a captivating behind-the-scenes look into the regional fulcrum of global jihad. Recounting his experiences as Principal of the prestigi...

Mimi and her three-legged dog Maty are determined to help rescue any animal that needs help. Armed with their trusty animal rescue notebook, Mimi and Maty set out to find their beloved sheep Sadie, who has gone missing at Aunt Bee’s farm. Mimi keeps track of all of the clues she and Maty find during their search for Sadie. Along with their friends Henry and Finn (Maty’s puppy crush), this dynamic team of animal rescuers race against time to find Sadie before has her baby! But will they fin...

In this book, Robin Brooke-Smith explores the dynamics of schools as complex organisations. He presents a radical departure from established school improvement and effectiveness orthodoxies, offering a refreshing new approach to managing change and enhancing collective learning. Based on the author's own experience of managing and leading schools, this book explores such questions as: * How can schools learn as a generative process? * How can schools become adaptive and co-evolve with thei...

When a hit-and-run accident shatters Jake Thompson's family, the quiet fisherman is pulled into Vancouver's underworld in search of justice.What begins as a hunt for one driver becomes a descent into a city transformed by greed, corruption, and the opioid trade. With the help of a young lawyer scarred by her own loss, Jake faces off against a powerful Triad network laundering its fortunes through the city's casinos. Meanwhile, his growing feelings for a woman tied to the enemy forc...

This book highlights stories of women who have felt invisible at some point and now open up to share how they went from invisible to INVINCIBLE.Not all of the stories are about domestic violence, but it is rampant throughout the world and we want to put a spotlight on some of the staggering statistics relating to domestic violence. Here's one thing to consider, not all domestic violence is against women. Men are abused in their relationships, too.This book ...

Over the years J. Steele has worked with some of the best gems God’s earth has to offer. He has now put this guide book together for all to use. This is a simple informative guide book. Buying colour gems is a challenge. Written for both consumers and professionals, it is easy to read, has colour photographs and gives practical pointers on how to decipher the differences. Whether you are interested in jade, opal, ruby, topaz, spinel, garnet, tourmaline or some other coloured gem, you will ...