In this moving picture book, a migrant worker and his daughter, find good fortune in the form of a peach tree growing behind their house in rural China. Filled with stunning illustrations, this is a unique and poignant story about love, perseverance, and family.Behind their old stone house, Tao Hua and her father, Baba, discover good fortune: a peach tree. Baba prunes and tends to the tree. He calls it a blessing, like good shoes, hot rice, and books. And for a lon...

Fold, fit, tuck . . .Yuna and her family have just moved to the United States, and she doesn't speak English yet. At first, her attempts to catch the attention of the neighborhood kids get lost in translation, but when she shows that she can do something very special with paper, a whole new world unfolds.Marie Tang and Jieting Chen have brought Yuna's origami creations to life in this whimsical, magical picture book, where the language of play can bridge th...

Bubbly, bobbly, and bold Sophia Lee is always doing the opposite of what her grandparents want her to do! When she tries something new and a little bit scary, Sophia learns that the support of her loved ones might just be what gives her courage.Sophia Lee is messy where her grandparents are tidy. She's rambunctious where her grandparents are calm. She's always looking for an adventure where her grandparents are careful. When the circus comes to town, Sophia decides ...

The quick spread of posthumanism and of critiques of anthropomorphism in the past few decades has resulted in greater attention to concrete objects in critical theories and in philosophy. This new materialism or new object philosophy marks a renewal of interest in the existence of objects. Yet while their mode of existence is independent of human cognition, it cannot erase the relation of subject to object and the foundational role of our experience of things in our mental activity.

Skies darken. Sirens wail. Buildings tremble with each distant boom. You grasp your loved ones close to you. Any second could be your last.Howls From the Wreckage will push you to the edge of imminent disaster—and drown you in the heartbreak of its fallout.HOWL Society Press presents its thrilling anthology of disaster horror, fittingly introduced by Nick Cutter, acclaimed author of The Troop and The Deep."Don't Play in the Closet...

This innovative book provides new perspectives on the globalization of knowledge and the notion of hegemonic sciences. Tying together contributions of authors from all across the world, it challenges existing theories of hegemonic sciences and sheds new light on how they have been and are being constructed. Examining more closely the notions of ´human rights´ and ´individualization´, this much-needed volume offers new and alternative ideas on how to transform the universalization of the We...

Swim along with the regal tang on the reef. These eye-catching fish start out yellow and get bluer with age! Learn what they eat and how they survive in the big ocean.

We remember her best as the generous fairy who dresses Cinderella and handles transportation while she's at it. But that's just the most famous fairy godmother's tale. With a little imagination, you'll find that fairy godmothers and godfathers appear in many varied forms. The authors in this anthology have crafted new tales that re-imagine the fairy godmother and her role.A young fairy grapples with imposter syndrome as she takes up her new appointment as godmother. Immortal sister...

Whilst crop models have made significant progress in recent years, different models still diverge and struggle to predict the complex effects of genetic, environmental and management (G x E x M) variables in optimising crop production in the face of climate change.Current crop models: State-of-the-art and future developments provides a comprehensive overview of the major crop models and the ways they address these challenges. The book explores the development of major crop...

Tensions between the US and China have escalated as both powers seek to draw countries into their respective political and economic orbits by financing and constructing infrastructure.Wide-ranging and even-handed, this book offers a fresh interpretation of the territorial logic of US–China rivalry, and explores what it means for countries across Eurasia, Africa, and Latin America. The chapters demonstrate that many countries navigate the global infrastructure boom by articulating n...

Skies darken. Sirens wail. Buildings tremble with each distant boom. You grasp your loved ones close to you. Any second could be your last.Howls From the Wreckage will push you to the edge of imminent disaster—and drown you in the heartbreak of its fallout.HOWL Society Press presents its thrilling anthology of disaster horror, fittingly introduced by Nick Cutter, acclaimed author of The Troop and The Deep.Foreword by Nick Cutter |...

Fetching RoyalsThe cool canid companion has long been the subject of (and starred in) stories of adventure and excitement. Royalty have long prized many different breeds as faithful and loyal friends. It's no different in the far future. Find here stories of daring doggoes (and other canines) saving the day for their royal charges on far-flung planets and in the deepest corners of the universe!Dog Save the King is dedicated to Sue ...