A gorgeous picture book from one of the largest, most popular animal-rescue sanctuaries in America, Gentle Barn, about a baby animal healing and gaining confidence as he's welcomed to the farm.Gentle beginnings.A sick baby cow is welcomed to a sanctuary by a tender young girl.Gentle healing.Day by day, the young calf grows stronger because of the care of new friends.Gent...

Humanity teeters on the brink of cosmic revelation when aliens seek refuge from the devastating Techwasps. Drawn into an ancient conflict, Earth must weigh the risks of interstellar war against the promise of advanced technology. As a coalition of Earth's warriors, including SSgt. Mitch Lewis and his Recon One team, confronts the insectoid menace, they dive into an abyss of valor and sacrifice. Through the clash of civilizations and the heartache of loss, these human champions probe the de...

A Royal Palm Literary Award-winner.In a land where hope is the rarest resource, one woman becomes the only force standing between freedom and surrender.Alaska is in the grip of an unrelenting recession. In an attempt to reignite the economy, a deal is struck to supply natural gas to China, but the new pipeline will leave the state $50 billion in debt to the Chinese Communist Party and ultimately spawn a struggle for control of The Last Fron...

"Fighting the Traffic in Young Girls Or, War on the White Slave Trade" by Ernest A. Bell is a compelling exploration of the dark realities surrounding human trafficking, particularly focusing on the exploitation of young girls. The book delves into the societal and economic factors that contribute to this heinous crime, shedding light on the plight of victims and the urgent need for reform. Bell's work serves as both a call to action and a poignant reminder of the moral responsibilities so...

Calvin Rankin, a young man fleeing a bleak future, plunges into the Vietnam War. Navigating basic training, brotherhood, and violence, he emerges transformed from a harrowing rite at "The Gravity Club." Facing the truth of war, Calvin seeks courage amid chaos. His story, from fraught battles to the mercy killing's repercussions, reveals the war's deep scars. In the war's aftermath, he forges a life in the land that was once a battlefield, seeking redemption amidst the ruins. This tale is a...

An entertaining introduction to ancient Chinese thinkers—and what they can teach us about today’s most pressing political questions in China and beyondChina’s most original, diverse, and fascinating political debates took place more than two millennia ago, but they have profoundly shaped Chinese political thinking and practice ever since and, remarkably, their influence on the country’s leaders is only growing today. Yet these timeless debates—which are very likely...

Discover new and old friends as you take a tour around the North Pole, meet the special Scout Elves, and learn about the Christmas magic they create!A beloved part of family traditions across the world, Elf on the Shelf is among the top three most-recognized holiday character in the US, along with Rudolph and Santa Claus himself. With almost 25 million sales around the world, a float in the Macy’s Day Parade, and the fourth-bestselling holiday title, Elf on the She...

Hello Fellow Baby Boomer Tennis Enthusiasts - Now that you’ve turned 50…how’d you like to enjoy & excel in tennis…not just for a season, but a lifetime? And how many of you have noticed a few natural changes in your body, energy and mind, since turning 50, and would like to turn back the hands of time for our Body/Mind/Sport age? Plus, learn superstars’ simple proven systems & secrets from Baby Boomer Legends, Lessons & Links to help you “WIN” in Tennis & the Game of Life! A great read for...

Explore the magical realm of the North Pole alongside your favorite Scout Elf crew!Readers will delight in meeting not only charming animal friends but also Santa Claus himself! Discover the wonder of the North Pole while uncovering the traditions and adventures that define this extraordinary place in this Level One early reader.This book is a Level One I Can Read, perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in ...

From the magical world of the Santaverse and The Elf on the Shelf! Help Lucas and Maddie find their missing Scout Elf, Jingle McSprinkles, in this Level One I Can Read.On Christmas Eve, Lucas and Maddie wake up to find that their Scout Elf, Jingle McSprinkles, has gone missing! In his place is a suspicious trail of marshmallows that will lead them on a holiday adventure.Join the siblings as they search high and low for clues throughout the house in hopes of ...

A fast, fun, friendship read from the Newbery-award winning author of Maniac Magee. Fourth graders are tough. They aren't afraid of spiders. They say no to their moms. They push first graders off the swings. And they never, ever cry. Suds knows that now that he's in fourth grade, he's supposed to be a rat. But whenever he tries to act like one, something goes wrong. Can Suds's friend Joey teach him to toughen up...or will Suds remain a fourth grade wimp?

This book provides a concise, accurate, and lively portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte's character and career, situating him firmly in historical context. David Bell emphasizes the astonishing sense of human possibility--for both good and ill--that Napoleon represented. By his late twenties, Napoleon was already one of the greatest generals in European history. At thirty, he had become absolute master of Europe's most powerful country. In his early forties, he ruled a European empire more power...