Before Chanel, Dior or Saint Laurent, there was Paul Poiret. Born in Paris in 1879, he was the most audacious couturier of the pre-war era. While his outré styles were worn by some of the most famous celebrities in Europe and America, they were in fact the most fleeting facet of his work. Mary E. Davis explores how Poiret’s genius was to place fashion at the centre of a network of style, culture and commerce. He founded groundbreaking perfume and interior design businesses, sponsored music...

Reluctant hearts find each other in these two inspirational romances set in Amish Country.Courting Her Secret Heart by Mary DavisDeborah Miller lives a double life as an Amish woman—and a fashion model! All photography is forbidden in her Plain community, so she must keep her job a secret. But when Amos Burkholder starts helping at her family's farm, hiding the truth from him is impossible. And soon she must choose between the Englischer world of m...

Will trying to save her brother's life cost Brenna her own?Brenna Kelly's brother is accused of a murder he didn't commit and sentenced to die. Brenna follows the real murderer aboard the Titanic to find the proof to free her brother.Cliffton Statham sets out to help Brenna and win her affections. But his future is in jeopardy in more ways than one. He must choose between Brenna and saving himself. Can Brenna find the proof she needs in time? Will love be a help or...

TROY MORRISON IS THE BIGGEST CATCH IN TOWNOlivia Bradshaw has loved Troy since childhood. And now is her chance with the handsome banker. But when every other woman on San Juan Island is also charmed by his easy manner and good looks, Olivia worries he'll be just like her philandering father. No matter how often Troy professes his love for her alone.When Olivia's family falls on hard times, Troy will do anything to help. Even wed for the sake of their good na...

BRIDGET GREENE HIDES IN PLAIN SIGHTEscaping her father's unreasonable demands, Bridget flees to a remote mining town far from all she knows. To her surprise, her schoolhouse becomes her refuge. When a new family arrives in town, Bridget feels a special bond with the two adorable children—and their handsome widowed father.Lindley Thompson is on a mission he can't reveal to anyone, let alone the lovely schoolteacher who's caught his eye. His children are flouri...

FOR CHARLES YOUNG, ALL'S FAIR IN LOVE AND WARThe British soldier scorns the trappings of society life—including a society wife. So a posting in the remote San Juan Islands is perfect for him. But when an American girl crosses enemy lines, she turns his structured world upside down.As smart as she is fetching, Rachel Thompson's only experience with romance is the books she devours. But her father is determined that his spirited daughter make a suitable match. ...

DONA TORR helped shape modern Marxist historical perspectives - but her contribution has remained largely invisible. A founding member of the Communist Party of Great Britain, she played a decisive role in directing the Communist Party Historians' Group, whose members' work transformed the study of British history.Drawing on newly catalogued material from the Marx Memorial Library, MARY DAVIS reveals Torr's intellectual influence through her articles, briefing note...

Unleash Your Inner Champion. "In every Black woman, there's a champion waiting to emerge. This anthology is your corner, your ring, your moment to shine." "Girl...There's a Champion in You" is more than just a collection of stories-it's a rallying cry for Black women everywhere. In these pages, you'll find: Tales of triumph over adversity; Strategies for unleashing your inner strength; Inspiration to chase your dreams fearlessly; Wisdom from those who've fought and won.Join Mary H....

In this delightful tale for young readers, Miss Wigglesworth's storytelling group sets off on a whimsical adventure in search of the elusive Crumbach. Phoebe and her classmates plunge into a fantastical journey brimming with imagination, where they showcase their problem-solving skills, bravery, and heartfelt compassion.Along the way, they encounter an array of vibrant characters, such as Mr. Crazy Chicken, a zany bird with a penchant for brownies; Jazz Lemon, a roaring tiger with ...

In the decades between its debut performance in Paris in 1909 and the death of impresario Sergei Diaghilev in 1929, the Ballets Russes was an unrivaled sensation not only in France but in London, New York and the other cities it toured. Attention has often been centred on the links between Diaghilev's troupe and modernist art and music, but there has been surprisingly little written concerning the Ballets’ role in tastemaking and trendsetting. Ballets Russes Style reveals for the ...

This book offers a collection of effective and insightful practices in academic integrity through diverse perspectives and global contexts. Contributors ranging from faculty, academic integrity leads, academic conduct officers, student support staff, independent researchers and students in nine different countries share their collective knowledge and understanding based on their roles, work and study in academic integrity. The main themes of the chapters focus on innovation and collaborati...