A darkly funny and politically resonant novel by an acclaimed new novelist.Romania, 1989, the twilight of Ceausescu’s dictatorship: Daily news flashes of seemingly random murders grip the nation. The suspect? A man-eating bear.Amid the fear of informants, official lies, and daily rationing, two bright lives collide. Constantin, an idealistic police detective prone to scribbling fairy tales in his notebook, is tasked with solving the string of mysterious dea...

The practice of drawing distilled to its essential elements. Embedded with videos, beautifully filmed in Florence, Italy, that provide real-time drawing lessons so that any gaps in the learning process are filled in with live instruction.In this elegant and inspiring primer, master contemporary artist and author Juliette Aristides breaks down the drawing process into small, manageable lessons; introduces time-tested principles and techniques that are easily accessi...

This meticulously edited anthology presents the complete early Christian writings from the first four centuries following the death of Christ. Edited by Philip Schaff, a renowned ecclesiastic historian, this extensive collection comprises thousands of Christian texts authored by over 60 of the most significant theologians and Church Fathers. Each author is accompanied by a detailed introduction providing insight into their life and works, illuminating their philosophical perspectives, advo...

Dive into the world of Java and algorithmic thinking with this book. This comprehensive guide for beginners covers everything from basic computer operations to advanced programming concepts.Key FeaturesIntroduction to Java & algorithmic thinking with a proper guide from basic to advanced conceptsTips and tricks to enhance programming efficiency, and exercises for real-world applicationDetailed exploration of control structures, data structures,...

Dive into the essentials of C++ and algorithmic thinking with this book. This comprehensive guide is perfect for newcomers looking to build a strong foundation in programming and problem-solving.Key FeaturesComprehensive introduction to C++ programming and detailed explanations of algorithmic concepts.Step-by-step setup of development environments, with practical exercises and real-world examples.In-depth coverage of control structures, and vis...

Laugh and learn with fun facts about desert animals, cacti, sand dunes, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat!“You may think that deserts are empty and bare, but you’ll be surprised by the things we’ll find there...”The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Jour...

This anthology edited by Philip Schaff, a renowned ecclesiastic historian, includes the most important works by early Christian theologians. Their comportment and sacrifice, their lectures and preaching, their moral values, and their understanding of Christianity and its most precious messages - shaped the foundations of the Christianity, helping it spread throughout the Roman Empire and beyond its borders during the first centuries after the death of Jesus. The edition includes: Volume I:...

Laugh and learn with fun facts about the sun, thunderstorms, snowflakes, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat!“You see, weather keeps changing, but one thing we know. It makes life exciting wherever you go.”The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Look up in t...

Laugh and learn with fun facts about hot lava, ash clouds, volcanos, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat!“I’m the Cat in the Hat, and I’m here to explain-o some marvelous facts all about the volcano!”The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Erupt with laughte...

Laugh and learn with fun facts about seasons, oddball weather events, space weather, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat!“Some weather’s so odd that you’d swear it can’t be. If you want to learn more, then come on! Follow me!”The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real...

Motion pictures are more than just entertainment. In film studies courses in colleges and universities worldwide, students and professors explore the social, political, technological and historical implications of cinema.This textbook provides two things: the history of film as an art form and an analysis of its impact on society and politics. Chapters are arranged chronologically, covering the major developments in film, like the advent of talkies or the French New Wave. Each era ...

#1 WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER • Laugh and learn with fun facts about the sun, the moon, the planets, constellations, astronauts, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring The Cat in the Hat!“The universe is a mysterious place. We are only just learning what happens in space.”The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce childr...