Explore more than forty forsaken urban destinations around the world in a "highly entertaining read . . . for history buffs, mystery fanatics and travel junkies alike" (GoNomad).Cities are mortal, but the traces they leave behind tell a fascinating story. In Atlas of Lost Cities, an accomplished travel writer reveals the rise and fall of notable places, each pithy portrait illuminated by a vintage map that puts armchair explorers right in the scene. Wander ...

A devil who deals in fire, brimstone, and fine print. The best weapon against ancient evil? Close reading."An impressive and, quite possibly, perfect debut novel. Careful Readers is a book-lover's book." —Reedsy DiscoveryIncludes Discussion Guide for Book Clubs and Reading GroupsMephisto collects souls. He holds contracts for a Cuban American copyeditor, a novelist in Germany who sells well but can't make rent, and a Tokyo ...

Transforming the economic lives of people in extreme poverty and vulnerability is a persistent challenge and drives economic inclusion programs worldwide. This milestone report presents data and evidence from 219 economic inclusion programs in 75 countries reaching over 92 million people, assesses the evidence, and reveals new information on costs.

Reviews the latest research on the advances in IPM strategies for insect and disease control in horticultural cropsHighlights the challenges of using alternative methods of control successfully in IPM programmes (e.g. biopesticides, bioprotectants, biostimulants)Provides examples of the practical implementation of IPM strategies to an array of horticultural crops (cucurbits, tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, cauliflower) in differing environments (greenhouses, protecte...

The State of Economic Inclusion Report 2021 sheds light on one of the most intractable challenges faced by development policy makers and practitioners: transforming the economic lives of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people. Economic inclusion programs are a bundle of coordinated, multidimensional interventions that support individuals, households, and communities so they can raise their incomes and build their assets. Programs targeting the extreme poor and vulnerable groups are...

"Razor sharp."—New York Times""If Jack Reacher had a sister, she'd be Aud Torvingen . . . he would love her, but he'd be a little scared of her, too."―Lee ChildAud Torvingen returns—against her better instincts—scarred, heartbroken, changed, but tougher and rougher than ever.Raw with grief, Aud Torvingen wants nothing to do with the world. She is rebuilding a log cabin in the ...

**“I can’t rave enough about The Blue Place. It just slayed me.”—Dennis Lehane"If Jack Reacher had a sister, she'd be Aud Torvingen . . . he would love her, but he'd be a little scared of her, too."―Lee Child**Aud Torvingen is a rangy six-footer with eyes the color of cement and the tendency to hurt people who get in her way. Born in Norway, a land of ice and snow, she now lives in Atlanta, luxuriating in the lush heat and brashness, gliding easily be...

Emma is one of Jane Austen's most celebrated novels, offering a delightful and insightful exploration of social class, matchmaking, and self-discovery.The story revolves around Emma Woodhouse, a young and privileged woman who takes it upon herself to matchmake for her friends and acquaintances, despite her own lack of romantic experience. Emma's well-meaning but often misguided efforts lead to a series of comedic and revealing situations, through which she...

Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie is a timeless classic that has captivated audiences for generations.First published in 1911, this enchanting tale takes readers to the magical world of Neverland, where children can fly and adventures are endless. The story follows the adventures of Peter Pan, the boy who refuses to grow up, along with Wendy, John, and Michael Darling, as they encounter pirates, mermaids, and the infamous Captain Hook.Barrie's novel is a c...

‘Stay in the world, Aud… Stay alive inside. Promise me.’Wracked with grief, Aud Torvingen has retreated from her life in Atlanta to a remote cabin in the middle of Appalachia. Months pass in solitude, until an old friend asks for her help tracking down his missing fiancé, Tammy.Aud accepts – finding Tammy is easy. The hard part is repairing the damage caused by Tammy’s abusive lover Geordie Karp, damage that extends further than she ever imagined. And Aud has demons of her ...

"This is the third thrill ride featuring Torvingen, the most complex yet...Little is held back: the violence, the eroticism, the shocking plot turns..."—Seattle Post-Intelligencer"If Jack Reacher had a sister, she'd be Aud Torvingen . . . he would love her, but he'd be a little scared of her, too."―Lee ChildAud Torvingen has never worried about violence. To her it is simply a tool, one of many, to be ...

‘No matter how big and fast and strong you are, how heavily armed or well trained, there’s always going to be someone out there who is bigger, faster, or stronger. Always.’Violence is a tool to Aud Torvingen, a tool that can be taught and employed with precision. But Aud isn’t prepared for the deadly consequences when she begins teaching a self-defence class in Atlanta.Nor is she prepared for what awaits her on a business trip to Seattle. While investigating what appears to...