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An inspiring deck and comprehensive book meant to prompt readers to put down their phones, look around, and welcome a new and spontaneous kind of magic into their lives. Tarot and oracle are the rare products that are designed to be truly screen free: To work with the cards most effectively, they must be handled physically, and a divination deck is most powerful when its user spends time working with them with complete focus. For this reason, The Found World Oracle is the perfect motivation to get up, get out, and feel the inspiration flow through the power of attention. Divided into sections on Walking, Wandering, Noticing, Dreaming, Feeling, and Transcending (when the magic happens!), author and lifelong witch Fox Taylor provides a rubric for experiencing the wonder of your environment that can only come through intentional contemplation. Autorid: Fox Taylor

Pick up the first in a BRAND NEW Scottish crime series from bestselling author Daniel Sellers. A must-read for fans of Aline Templeton and Matt Brolly. ????????????'A fascinating page-turner!' - Bestselling author T. A. Williams 'Like a warm blanket with spiky edges.' - Bestselling author Marion Todd Knapdale, Argyll. A place of beauty, tranquillity and murder When newly promoted DI Anna Vaughan is called to a case in remote Knapdale, on the Argyll coast, she welcomes the chance to escape her life in Glasgow - more specifically the mother-in-law from hell Ellen McIver, Baldrishaigs local busybody, has been found dead. Run over repeatedly by a tractor belonging to local farmer Glen Cameron. The most likely culprit is Old Wullie, Camerons elderly father, who, despite his dementia, still likes to drive the tractor about the lanes. But once at the crime scene Anna can tell something sinister is afoot this was no accident. Whoever drove that tractor did so with murder in mind. With the help of local DC Jo McLean, Anna leads her first murder case as a DI. She soon finds that all is not as it should be in this corner of the Scottish Highlands. The locals have been living under a cloud of fear for months, and as Anna starts to uncover secrets buried for years, she is in a race against time to find a murderer hiding in plain sight. Fans of Aline Templeton, Caro Ramsay and Marion Todd will not want to miss this brand new, gripping Scottish crime series. Praise for The Knapdale Murders ????: 'A fascinating page-turner featuring a well-drawn collection of characters set in a small Scottish community. The newly promoted inspector is sympathetic and smart, and the plot kept me fully engaged throughout. Highly recommended.' - T. A. Williams 'Daniel Sellers has pulled off that rare trick of peppering the glorious Argyll landscape with characters were sure weve known all of our lives. His writing is engaging, clever and quietly compelling. I cant wait to read more of this series.' - Marion Todd 'Daniel Sellers writes with rare control and confidence his prose is atmospheric, unsettling, and beautifully precise, turning The Knapdale Murders into a masterclass in tension, character, and slow-burn dread.' - John Nicholl 'I loved this book! The first in a new series, The Knapdale Murders is a gripping read. With a compelling central character, a strong sense of place and a denouement worthy of Christie herself, this is perfect for all crime fiction fans.' - Sheila Bugler 'This is my kind of crime thriller! A love a puzzle to solve and this book provided that. A knotty mystery, with prickly suspects and a murder victim who nobody liked. Cleverly written, an absorbing read that I whizzed through in a couple of days. Ready for the next one!' - Rona Halsall 'As atmospheric and brooding as the Scottish landscape. Sellers hits the ground running with his new series and I cannot wait for more.' - Michael Wood 'I was instantly drawn into this book by the gorgeous setting, intriguing characters and page-turning plot. Great storytelling, bring on Anna's next case!' - Linda Mather 'A compelling police procedural with a great sense of place, brilliantly-drawn characters and a fabulous twist - one for Midsomer Murders fans. Loved it!' - Catherine Cooper Autorid: Daniel Sellers

Despite not existing as a free country for 123 years until the end of the First World War, the roots of Polish aviation, including military aviation, reach as far back as the days of pioneers such as Otto Lilienthal or the Wright Brothers. The Polish Military Aviation can trace its origins to the second half of 1917, and was officially established when Poland regained her independence on 11 November 1918. The country was then able to build its own air force with men being proud to call themselves Poles again. Despite its difficult rebirth, in the 1930s Poland developed a wide range of its own aircraft. These included the PZL P.6 fighter which gained fame for being the most advanced of its day and the first fighter aircraft made of metal in the world, or PZL P.24 fighter considered by the RAF as a purchase option. Towards the end of the decade, however, foreign aircraft design had overtaken them. In 1939, Poland fought its lonely war against overwhelming might of the German Third Reich, the fascist state of Slovakia and the Soviet Russia. Though surrounded, massively outnumbered and flying mostly inferior aircraft, Polish fliers caused the attacking forces considerable losses, including 500 aircraft, destroyed and damaged. As well as telling the story of the valiant Polish flyers, Polish Military Aircraft 1918-1939 includes a wonderful collection of photographs, the majority of which have never been seen in the West. Together, these take the reader on a journey throughout the early years of Polish military aviation, showing amazing pictures of German, Austro-Hungarian or Russian aeroplanes, in many cases scavenged by the Poles. Also included is selection of British aircraft which were used in Poland, as well as a host of photographs of Polish-designed and built machines, including these that had to face Luftwaffe in September of 1939. Autorid: Peter Sikora

This kit contains all you need to make and gift your very own Chocolate Frogs!This beautifully packaged set contains a food-safe silicon sheet debossed with eight chocolate frog molds, plus eight foiled gift boxes to contain your chocolates, and "moving" lenticular cards. Simply pour melted chocolate into the (washed) molds and allow the chocolate to harden in the fridge. Then pop out the frogs and put each with a card into a pre-printed, die-cut display box also included in the kit. They make the perfect sweet treat for any Potter fan. The instructional booklet includes full step-by-step instructions for achieving the best results, plus a few bonus recipes for delicious, Harry Potter-inspired sweet treats. ICONIC FRANCHISE: Harry Potter appeals to fans of all ages EASY TO USE AND REUSABLE: The mold can be used time and time again DOWNLOADABLE PRINTABLES: Make and gift as many Chocolate Frogs as you like with the inserts included Autorid: Insights

Part of a series of exciting and luxurious Flame Tree Notebooks. Combining high-quality production with magnificent fine art, the covers are printed on foil in five colours, embossed then foil stamped. And they're powerfully practical: a pocket at the back for receipts and scraps and two bookmarks. These are perfect for personal use and make a dazzling gift. This example is based on Vincent van Gogh's Almond Blossom. A beautiful, luxurious notebook from Flame Tree. Combining high-quality production with magnificent fine art, the covers are printed on foil in five colours, embossed then foil stamped. And they’re powerfully practical: a pocket at the back for receipts and scraps and two bookmarks. Bookshelf of girls' books design. Autorid: Flame Tree Studio

A tense and thrilling ghost story that revisits Cornwall's industrial past. Short-storytelling at its very best, from the UK's most beloved writer for children, the internationally acclaimed author of War Horse. It all began with a necklace, made of glistening pink cowrie shells. A long, long necklace that had taken Cherry days weeks of careful, painstaking work. It was nearly complete, and Cherry was determined it would be the longest necklace she had ever made; that it would be fit for a giant! But the end of the holidays had arrived. "You've only got today, Cherry," said her mother. "Just today, that's all." Cherry didn't mind, a day would be enough she only needed a few more shells. So, amidst the taunts of her older brothers, she set out to search for them. Then the clouds grew dark and the waves grew large, and as the storm blew in, Cherry realized, to her horror, that she was cut off from the shore. From then on, events began to take a decidedly dark turn. One from which there was no turning back... Autorid: Michael Morpurgo, Briony May Smith

Book 2 in the much-loved Atticus Claw series: the hilarious and eagerly-awaited sequel to Atticus Claw Breaks the Law. Perfect for readers age 7+, children will love Atticus's second adventure which takes him from tea with the Queen to the dungeons of the Tower of London. Atticus Grammatticus Cattypus Claw, the world's greatest reformed cat burglar is back. This time, the tabby with talent is on the right side of the law. And when Jimmy Magpie and his gang are busted out of jail by a mysterious villain and an evil cat called Ginger Biscuit, Atticus knows from bitter experience he's going to need all his skill and courage to catch them. Can Atticus overcome his murky past with the help of the Cheddar family in order to prevent the biggest crime in history and settle a score of his own? Autorid: Jennifer Gray, Mark Ecob

A twisty, searing, conversation-starting novel about a filmmaker-turned-housewife who moves into her dream house and is forced to consider whether it's the house or herself that is haunted.When documentary filmmaker turned stay-at-home mom Tennessee Cherish moves into the the dream house her husband bought for her, a brighter future seems to be on the horizon. Even if her husband is frustratingly absent due to his new high-paying job. Even if their two young children begin acting out in strange ways. Even if she feels lonelier than ever.Distracted by the endless details that come with moving into a new town, a new house, and new schools, Tenn doesn’t notice when odd things begin happening at home. The faucet that runs at all hours. The creepy doll that seems to show up in every room. The human tooth they found in the floorboards.As the kids’ outbursts and the strange events start to escalate, the family finds themselves increasingly caught in loops, repeating everyday actions with dangerous—and then devastating—effects. Tenn realizes she must find the source of what is haunting her family, before it kills them all.Taut and twisty, scary and searing, Aimee Pokwatka’s Accumulation lays bare the high price women pay for the promises of domesticity and motherhood, and the many ways in which families can be haunted. Autorid: Aimee Pokwatka

After a year away from the Army, ex-Royal Marine sniper turned Australian Army Padre, Rob Llewellyn, and his wife Anne begin a new chapter in Queensland. Anne, now Chief of Staff to a Combat Brigade, is quietly anxious-Rob's last deployment to Afghanistan left deep scars, and she fears his return to chaplaincy, this time with an Army Aviation Regiment, may reopen old wounds. But Anne has challenges of her own. A hostile work environment and ghosts from her past threaten her hard-won stability. Meanwhile, a local journalist begins targeting the military with biting exposes-undermining morale and casting doubt on the institution they've both given their lives to serve. As the pressure mounts, Rob and Anne find themselves reckoning not just with their roles, but with the hidden cost of their years in uniform-and the sobering truth that some of the deepest wounds aren't inflicted by war, but by the lives they've tried to build in its wake. The Devil in Downdraft is a gripping, quietly devastating novel of psychological pressure, institutional fragility, and hard-won love-marking a turning point in the Rob Llewellyn series as the couple begin to reckon with everything they've carried... and everything they can no longer ignore. Autorid: Roger Marsh

Newly married and freshly returned to service, Rob Llewellyn is deployed at short notice to Afghanistan. As he adjusts to the brutal pace of combat operations, his wife Anne - still in Australia - is blindsided by a war crimes investigation into an incident she believed long buried. Separated by continents but united by pressure, Rob and Anne are forced to confront more than physical distance. Each faces battles they cannot share, in systems that demand silence and reward obedience. And as the true cost of service comes into focus, they begin to see that the greatest threat may not come from the Taliban - but from within. A story of love under fire, institutional betrayal, and the unseen injuries of war, A Wind of Bitter Tears is a powerful exploration of what happens when the uniform protects everything... except the people who wear it. Autorid: Roger Marsh

We journey to a distant land where we find a mountain that has no end, a mountain so tall that the people who live within its highest peaks know nothing of the world below the clouds. It is a mountain full of mystery and monstrous creatures the likes of which you have never seen. Hiding within the peaks, we find the mountain moon tribe and our main girl, Mia, the child elder and first of her generation. Born thirteen years ahead of her peers, she bears the huge responsibility of guiding them through life. But Mia is troubled by an unrelenting itch for adventure, and when she makes a wish upon a falling star, her wish is granted but ultimately threatens the destruction of her village. Mia is flung into a race to prevent the extinction of her people, chosen to go beyond the forbidden lands and seek the help of an ancient spirit dwelling many miles away, in the heart of the mountain itself. Along her journey, she will meet the monstrous creatures that plagued her bedtime stories, and upon the journeys end, she will discover a terrible truth that will change the future of the mountain forever Autorid: Jack Ruedisueli

Available open access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence. Published as part of the Creating Safer Space Network that seeks to strengthen civilian capacities for nonviolent protection in conflict-affected areas. This book offers a compelling look at how unarmed civilian protection (UCP) practitioners work to enhance the level of security experienced by local Palestinians, supporting community-based resistance to rocketing levels of dispossession and ethnic-cleansing in the occupied West Bank. Drawing on first-hand field research, the authors reveal the daily realities of providing a protective presence against violence and displacement. Crucially, the book highlights the vital role of international UCP solidarity networks in supporting local efforts and examines what difference they can make in the face of increasing levels of settler violence. It is essential reading for those seeking practical pathways for nonviolent action and global solidarity. Autorid: Marwan Darweish, Mahmoud Soliman, Andrew Rigby

Why does housing inequality persist in one of the worlds wealthiest nations? This book exposes how deep-rooted political and economic forces continue to shape unequal housing outcomes in the UK. Moving beyond headlines and policy snapshots, it uncovers how housing inequality is embedded more broadly within political economy, tracing how global crises, austerity, and shifting welfare regimes intersect to produce todays housing landscape. Offering a fresh, holistic analysis, this book situates housing within the wider social policy context, arguing that meaningful solutions must address the complex interplay of social, economic, and political factors that shape both policy and lived experience. Interdisciplinary in nature, the book connects social policy, housing studies, and political economy to guide readers in better understanding and challenging the perpetual injustices at the heart of the UKs housing system. Autorid: Steve Iafrati, Lee Gregory

“Locke's novel is a travelog of epic proportions, an enticing love story and an emotionally resonant tale of the empowerment of following one's dreams that is as sleek and chic as an episode of Mad Men.” —Entertainment Weekly Dive into this dazzling portrait of the 1960s International Jet Set Era through the eyes of a young heiress, desperate to forge her own path in music and love during a time of historic societal change. Written with a lush, emotional voice, this sun-drenched romance takes readers on a voyage through a world of fashion, film and sixties pop culture.It's 1966, and for socialite Caroline Kimball, travel has become an escape—a way to run from her adult responsibilities while hiding her musical ambitions from her disapproving mother. But when she meets handsome magazine photographer Jack “Tex” Fairchild beside a hotel pool in Acapulco, everything changes. His encouragement shows her she could have a life beyond that of a bored heiress, making her believe her daydreams aren’t so impossible to achieve after all.Realizing she no longer fits inside her golden cage, Caroline leaves it all behind and runs away with Tex. Their idyllic life on a small Spanish island is short-lived, however, as the shadow of the Vietnam War threatens to change the future they've dreamed of together. And when long-hidden secrets catch up to Caroline, forcing her to confront her father's tragic death and an unexpected ghost from her past, she'll find herself torn between her whirlwind relationship with Tex, pursuing her music career, or saving her family from financial ruin.Across the stunning beaches of Acapulco and down the powdered ski slopes of Gstaad, from the turquoise waters of Formentera to the glamour of the Sunset Strip, Follow the Sun traverses the highs of young love and the reality of growing up in the sixties, weaving a captivating story about following your dreams to discover the person you were always meant to become. Autorid: Liz Locke

Newly married and blissfully happy, Gaby and Jack are looking forward to another summer of fun in the village of Lochalshie. But there are clouds on the horizon The Lochside Welcome pub and hotel is at the heart of the communitywhere the villagers gather to meet, gossip and eat Scotlands finest pizzas. Now, its under threat. The landlord is ill, business has dropped away and the hotel at the other end of the village keeps muscling in, scooping up tourists, weddings and even the locals... Can Gaby and Jack save the day? What with the ever-increasing work demands, rival hotel owners not above using dirty tactics and the small matter of an about to happen life-changing event our couple are woefully ill-prepared for, its all hands on deck to try to ensure the Lochside Welcome survives another day... If you love heart-warming, feel good fiction books that come with a side order of laughs, you're in the right place. Highland Chances is an engaging, fun-filled romp through Scottish small towns and rural life, and is the perfect read for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Jill Mansell and Jenny Colgan, and those looking for books like Marian Keyes. Praise for the Highland Books series: It's sweet, funny, bubbly and happy, even when it's dramatic and poignant. Youll fall in love with this place and scan the online maps to try and find it. If you love romance, and who doesn't, you'll fall for this series as much as I have. A feel-good witty romantic novel that ticks all the boxes. I already want the next one. Great storytelling with characters I really warmed to. The Highland Books Box Set are a good read. They are also fun to read. The characters are your friends that you care about and want to succeed. You travel with them to Scotland and find more characters you enjoy and feel for. The stories are entertaining. Reading all three books was a lively journey that I recommend. This is a great series with warm wonderful characters, the perfect Highland setting, some hilarious events and one very hungry cat. Highly recommended. The Highland Books frequently asked questions: Do I need to have read the other books to understand this one? You might want to, or perhaps you already have. But Ive added in a list of characters and a bit of back story throughout so you can understand the book even if you havent read Highland Fling, Highland Heart and Highland Wedding. What makes the books worth reading? Good question! I like to think I provide light-hearted escapism and relatable characters that readers will care about. I throw in a dash of comedy. We all need a bit of laughter at the moment, dont we? My books are on the storytelling platform, Wattpad. To date, theyve had almost 200,000 reads and a lot of comments from readers who love them. Is the setting of the story important? My stories are set in a fictional village called Lochalshie, which is loosely based on Arrochar in the west coast of Scotland. Scottish stories often chime with readers craving books that have a strong community feel. The village feels almost like an actual character to me. Why are the cats in your books so spoilt? Im a huge cat lover and have two of my own. I think other cat lovers will recognise behaviours such as talking to your cat in a silly voice, buying them expensive food, overfeeding them and allowing them to sleep wherever they want. Nowadays, I have two cats my husband and I adopted from the local animal shelter. Its a bit of a squeeze getting into bed at night Book number four in the Highland Books series. Autorid: Emma Baird

Ask a man to marry you and the rest is a walk in the park. When Gaby springs a proposal on Jack, he is happy to say yes. The only problem is their wedding needs to take place in three months time. No problem, right? The residents of the village that they live in love the idea, delighted at the prospect of a wedding in Lochalshie instead of the much more usual funeral. They have ideas for the nuptials coming out their ears... With the local landlord piling on the pressure, their friends demanding hen parties in Ibiza, a would-be wedding planner too ready to criticise and a new guy on the scene who is easy on the eye, will Gaby and Jack get their happily ever after? The third in the Highland Books series, Highland Wedding is a fun-filled romp through the world of weddings in all its over-the-top glory, featuring Gaby and Jack and all their friends in the magical village of Lochalshie. The perfect book for fans of chick lit humour and laugh-out loud romantic comedies along the lines of Jill Mansell, Sophie Kinsella and Jenny Colgan, Highland Wedding is an engaging, fun-filled romp through Scottish small towns and rural life, and the absurdities of wedding planning. Praise for Highland Wedding: If you love one another, getting hitched should be the easiest thing in the world, shouldnt it? But ever since Gaby sprang her very public proposal on her beloved Jack, their lives have become complicated and busy. On top of the runaway train effect of the wedding preparations, add an unwanted meeting with a violent father, the endless demands of social media, working in different parts of the country and the allure of a sexy new boss, and it's no surprise if things begin to take their toll on both Gaby and Jack. Book number three in the Highland Books series. Autorid: Emma Baird

David Goodway surveys key figures, among them Gerald Brenan, G.K. Chesterton, G.D.H. Cole, George Orwell, Raphael Samuel, E.P. Thompson and Colin Ward. He reflects on literature and experience, offering insights on the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917, the Spanish revolution, and the Peckham Health Centre as the model for an alternative to the Welfare State. This anthology includes new and pioneering coverage of the Rossetti sisters addressing an episode in the very early days of anarchist activity in the UK. Throughout, there runs an emphasis on the connection between British left-libertarianism and literature. Autorid: David Goodway

Voice, language, and friendship are at the heart of the story behind Lincoln’s speechwriter.John Hay’s contributions to Abraham Lincoln’s political oratory—including his First Inaugural of March 1861, Springfield Farewell Speech of February 1861, the Gettysburg Address of November 1863, as well as many others—uplifted the president’s influence. An extraordinary transformation that appeared throughout his speeches, Hay helped launch Lincoln’s Republican campaign that culminated in Lincoln being elected the 16th president of the United States. The rhyme and language of a writer’s voice is the living soul of narrative. The evolution of John Hay’s voice, established during his formative and college years at Brown University and echoed during his time with Abraham Lincoln, is documented in Lincoln’s Speechwriter through evidence of Hay’s distinct voice and Lincoln’s ability to engage audiences, fused into something remarkable. Lincoln’s Speechwriter gives readers a closer look into the man behind the political voice that was Lincoln himself. Autorid: Jan Cigliano Hartman

STAND BY TO GET MARRIED NEXT WEEK AM COMING ON LEAVE FORTHWITH. So read the telegram that changed everything. In 1941, Rex, a young British Commando officer, fell in love with Margaret, an American heiress serving as a Voluntary Aid Detachment nurse. Their whirlwind courtship led to a hasty wartime wedding just days before Rex was posted overseas. What followed was four years of separation, their only contact through letters. From India and Burma, Rex wrote of jungle marches, commando training, illness, humour, and near brushes with death. From bomb-ravaged Kent, Margaret described rationing, evacuation, the birth of their son, and the quiet struggles of loneliness and resilience. Their correspondence veers from ardent devotion to fierce arguments, from high comedy to aching despair yet always returns to love. Set against the backdrop of world events bombings in England, monsoons in Burma, whispers of peace, and the final shock of Japans surrender on their fourth wedding anniversary Stand By to Get Married is both an intimate portrait of two extraordinary individuals and a vivid social history of life on the home front and in the field. Anne Holland, their daughter, draws on a treasure trove of their letters, diaries, journals, and photographs to tell this poignant true story. Moving, graphic, and often surprisingly funny, it illuminates not only a marriage tested by war, but also the class divisions, social mores, and hopes and fears of a generation. At once a gripping love story and a mirror of wartime life, this book will captivate general readers and historians alike, in Britain, America, and beyond. Autorid: Anne Holland

The first book to address how teachers can build more inclusive, reflexive and socially just approaches to tourism education.This book aims to disrupt the dominance of Western ways of being, thinking and knowing and blends critical theory with practical strategies, focusing on who teaches tourism, what knowledge is prioritised and how students can co-create learning.Drawing on global case studies and innovative pedagogies, the book demonstrates how to amplify Indigenous and marginalised voices, diversify knowledge systems and reimagine assessment and practice in tourism education.The volume launches a challenge to pervasive Eurocentric educational models and advances decolonisation pedagogies which dismantle the processes and practices inherited from colonialism that have shaped the study of tourism and offers a different pedagogic paradigm. It brings together pedagogy, curriculum, assessment and disciplinary dimensions of tourism into a coherent volume that provides a consistent narrative while showcasing diverse perspectives, making it both academically rigorous and an invaluable tool for educators, students and institutions worldwide. This book disrupts the dominance of Western ways of being, thinking and knowing and blends critical theory with practical strategies. It shows how to amplify Indigenous and marginalised voices, diversify knowledge systems and reimagine assessment and practice in tourism education. It is an invaluable tool for educators, students and institutions. Autorid: Sally Everett

This book explores Halal and Islamic tourism and their relevance in the travel industry, along with an analysis of the unique characteristics of Muslim tourists, offering insights into faith-informed journeys. It examines Muslim travellers’ motivations and preferences, with a focus on Muslim women travellers and the role of Maqasid al-Shariah. Informs the tourism industry how to better respond to the specific needs and values of this important and growing market.This book provides a comprehensive exploration of Halal and Islamic tourism and their relevance in the contemporary travel industry, along with an in-depth analysis of the unique characteristics of Muslim tourists, offering insights into faith-informed journeys. It presents the principles, significance and growth of Halal and Islamic tourism, with an emphasis on the role of Maqasid al-Shariah in shaping this type of tourism.The volume examines Muslim travellers’ motivations and preferences, with a special focus on Muslim women travellers. It explores Halal and Islamic tourism principles, guidelines and experiences, the importance of sustainability and eco-friendly practices, and considers emerging trends and the role of technology in the future of Halal and Islamic tourism. Autorid: Hera Oktadiana

Written in English and Spanish, this volume explores family engagement policy and practices, showcasing pedagogical, administrative and community-based efforts aimed at countering the traditional hierarchies of power that shape relationships between schools and families from culturally, linguistically and economically minoritized backgrounds. First bilingual volume on family engagement in multilingual education, providing evidence of the need for schools to work with Latinx families, communities and students, to the benefit of all involved. This book examines the significance of family engagement policies and practices within culturally and linguistically diverse schooling contexts, through English and Spanish chapters which explore these alianzas familiares/family alliances in a variety of multilingual contexts.It employs a wide range of perspectives including policy analysis, theoretical discussion, programmatic frameworks and ethnographic portraits to explore contexts across US states including rural and urban communities, Indigenous language communities, special education programs, preschool through high school settings and community education programs.The chapters offer examples of pedagogical, administrative and community-based efforts aimed at countering the traditional hierarchies of power that shape relationships between schools and families from culturally, linguistically and economically minoritized backgrounds. Expanding the linguistic representation in literature on multilingual education, this volume includes chapters written in Spanish and English and will be of interest to educators, researchers and community advocates. Autorid: Eric J. Johnson, Luz A. Murillo

Offers both a guide in restorative narrative methods for use with marginalised and exploited groups, and examples of what successful, guided work can look like in practice. This book is a groundbreaking introduction to restorative intercultural practices. It explores the understanding of the narration and positionality of the researcher in a more-than-human world. Following a collaborative, call and response structure, the book explores how Indigenous people and refugees can lead the development of research methods in social scientific research. It shows how practices from back home and on the land might be taught to researchers for ethical and consensual use. Beginning with the practices of the daré from Southern Africa and pepeha from Aotearoa New Zealand it offers a fresh discourse of restorative narrative research methodology. Above all it is an insight into how innovative academic work can develop from a context that prioritises collaboration, care and a holistic approach to humans and their experiences. This book is open access under a CC BY ND licence. Autorid: Piki Diamond, tawona sitholé, Alison Phipps

Aimed at teachers and trainee teachers, this book examines lived teaching and researching experiences which illustrate and challenge the inequities that arise in classrooms with diverse student bodies. Invites readers to undertake active leadership addressing equity in their own contexts.Aimed at teachers and trainee teachers, this book examines lived teaching and researching experiences which illustrate and challenge the inequities that arise in classrooms with diverse student bodies. The authors use ideas of intersectionality and hybridity to examine complex issues of race, in addition to language and language variety, religious practice, educational background, socioeconomic status, family and/or individual status, institutional culture, local context and historical memory.Through honest and transparent reflection on real-life occurrences the book invites its readership to acknowledge the political and practical constraints under which they work, critically reflect on their own practice, and from this develop pedagogies and practical actions to better serve the communities within which they live and work. Autorid: Theresa Y. Austin, Miriam Eisenstein Ebsworth

"From the author of Scribners: Five Generations in Publishing comes this new collection of personal essays reflecting on the past fifty years of his pursuits and passions in literature, art, and music"-- Provided by publisher. Join a literary insider for a behind-the-scenes tour of art heists, opera icons, and the golden age of publishing.From the author of Scribners: Five Generations in Publishing comes this new collection of personal essays reflecting on the past fifty years of his pursuits and passions in literature, art, and music. Beginning with a memoir of his father’s tutelage through letters to a young son away at school, it moves along to his “dual professions” on parallel tracks—book publishing and art history.Behind-the-scenes stories of famous Scribner authors F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, and Thomas Wolfe give way to the section on Scribner’s forte, the art of the Baroque masters: a murderous Caravaggio and the two tycoons Rubens and Bernini.From his role in a sting operation to recover a stolen Rubens painting on Miami Beach to his personal profiles of three luminous sopranos—Dame Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Frederica von Stade, and Mary Costa—Scribner shares a fascinating peek into the life and loves of a Renaissance man. From the author of Scribners: Five Generations in Publishing comes this new collection of personal essays reflecting on the past fifty years of his pursuits and passions in literature, art, and music. Join a literary insider for a behind-the-scenes tour of art heists, opera icons, and the golden age of publishing.From the author of Scribners: Five Generations in Publishing comes this new collection of personal essays reflecting on the past fifty years of his pursuits and passions in literature, art, and music. Beginning with a memoir of his father’s tutelage through letters to a young son away at school, it moves along to his “dual professions” on parallel tracks—book publishing and art history.Behind-the-scenes stories of famous Scribner authors F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, and Thomas Wolfe give way to the section on Scribner’s forte, the art of the Baroque masters: a murderous Caravaggio and the two tycoons Rubens and Bernini.From his role in a sting operation to recover a stolen Rubens painting on Miami Beach to his personal profiles of three luminous sopranos—Dame Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Frederica von Stade, and Mary Costa—Scribner shares a fascinating peek into the life and loves of a Renaissance man. Autorid: Charles Scribner III

This is a first-ever biography of one of the New York Yankees' greatest stars in the long, successful history of Major League Baseball's winningest franchise. Bill Dickey is regarded as one of baseball's greatest catchers of all time from his playing days with the New York Yankees between 1928 and 1946, including an interruption for service during World War II. Not only a .313 lifetime hitter, Dickey was routinely praised for his brilliant fielding and game management, as well as his wise handling of pitchers. A legendary backstop for the Yankees, Dickey was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1954, was an 11-time All-Star (though the All-Star game was not founded until after his playing career began) and a seven-time World Series champion as a player. After briefly managing the Yankees, Dickey served as a coach under Hall of Fame manager Casey Stengel for most of the period when the Yankees won 10 American League pennants in 12 years. One of the most prominent baseball figures ever from Arkansas, where he was raised from the age of seven and made his life-long off-season home, Dickey was a quiet leader amidst a collection of stars spanning generations of Yankee luminaries. Dickey was a teammate on the field of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig (whom he called his best friend), and Joe DiMaggio during championship years. Later, as a Yankee coach, Dickey was an instructor of Yogi Berra, Elston Howard and Mickey Mantle. The present biography covers the entire life of this celebrated son of Arkansas and decades-long Yankee. Autorid: Lew Freedman

For James Herriot fans and pet lovers, a modern-day, funny-yet-poignant memoir about what it is like to be the only person in a small family not employed in the veterinary profession.Patti Eddington should have known when she married her veterinary student boyfriend that she would spend anniversary and birthday dinners not sitting at tables at fancy restaurants but kneeling under a surgery table in a cocktail dress, desperately trying to mop up a steady stream of blood and urine with cheap paper towels. She should have guessed that every knock at the door or ring of the phone would mean her husband would be torn away from the family for hours—sometimes returning deflated, sometimes smiling. But she could neverhave dreamed that her beautiful, curly-haired young daughter would one day bathe and sleep with an inflatable tick (until the day it was mysteriously punctured by a salad fork) or that she would go through her marriage of forty-five years opening every freezer door with caution. Don’t Look in the Freezer is a humorous, poignant, loving look into the sometimes strange, mostly unglamorous, life of a veterinarian’s wife. Patti’s little family is not at all like that of famous veterinarian James Herriot’s—but is still absolutely filled with compassion and love for animals and the people who adore them. Autorid: Patti Eddington

For fans of Rupi Kaur and Caroline Kaufman, a debut poetic novella that takes the reader on a complex, tumultuous, and ultimately healing journey of love, told through the colorful lens of a synesthete. The Synesthete’s Rainbow is a captivating poetry novella that paints the story of a toxic situationship through the vibrant lens of synesthesia. It intertwines sensory crossover and emotional depth as the protagonist, the Synesthete, names the colors of her love—all of which fall within a symbolic rainbow that defies nature. As the Synesthete journeys across this messy, fragmented, chaotic, and heart-wrenching rainbow, she confronts both the antagonist and herself in her plight of unrequited longing, and ultimately arrives at a burgeoning sense of self. Perfect for readers drawn to short, metaphor-rich poetry and evocative tales of transformation, The Synesthete’s Rainbow illuminates the intricacies of human connection and the beauty of finding oneself on the other side of emotional storms. Autorid: Nisha Srinivasa

Maybe a Note Would Help is a heartfelt exploration of how handwritten notes can deepen connections, combat loneliness, and foster personal growth—an essential guide for readers seeking to nurture authentic relationships in today’s digital age.In 2021, Kristen Tremonti Reiter finds herself on the edge of depression and despair—uprooted, ungrounded, and disconnected. She writes a simple note of gratitude, but has no idea it will lead to a calling, a challenge, and a new place to call home. The response to her note is so profound, she embarks upon a quest to handwrite a note every day for a year—a year that includes living out of her suitcase in one city after another. She discovers that her notes to others provide the foundation for her mental, spiritual, and physical health while everything else in her life changes. Maybe a Note Would Help documents Kristen’s remarkable note-writing journey of personal transformation and encourages readers to enjoy a similar experience. Ultimately, we discover that a joyful way to interact more intentionally, connect more completely, uplift others, and feel better in your own skin is only a note away. Autorid: Kristen Tremonti Reitner

In Long Eye, Kwoya Fagin Maples brings us a sea-bound collection that channels the mythic, defiant voice of a Black Mermaid. Inspired by Mami Wata, a water spirit of West African folklore, Maples explores the power and divinity of being a Black woman, a mother, a thinker, a protector, and creator. The poems emerge from a neurodivergent mind navigating writing, parenthood, and the Atlantic waters of the South Carolina Lowcountry. The sea and its many creatures serve as guidesfor survival, resistance, and transformation. As she explores the intersection of science, poetry, and mythology, Maples also seeks to depict Black familial bonds in societies structured against them. Woven through the book is the voice of the mermaid, reminding us that every underwater being exists in relation. At turns wonderstruck and irreverent, these poems pulse with human longing. Maples is a poet whose work is both musical and meticulous. Her eye somehow equally trained on the world at large and her own inner workings. The result is an astonishing, immersive experience. Autorid: Kwoya Fagin Maples

Inclusion isnt a program. Its a practice. Its also the future of leadership. Whether you're a leader in business, education, nonprofits, or community organizations or working in HR, management, or coaching- Coaching Inclusion provides practical tools to translate values into action. Grounded in global coaching experience across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the U.S., this book offers a roadmap for leading with empathy, navigating power dynamics, and embedding inclusive behaviors into everyday work. Through real-world case studies and practical scenarios, youll discover what inclusive leadership looks like in action. Learn how to listen deeply, ask better questions, challenge assumptions, and build habits that create meaningful, lasting changewithout relying on checklists or labels. This book takes a forward-looking approach, calling for a more human, connected style leadership style, grounded in the belief that inclusion is not an add-on, but a defining practice for ethical, effective, and future-focused organizations. Written in an accessible and natural style, the author draws upon extensive coaching experience with executive teams across the Asia Pacific region and beyond. This practical expertise adds depth and applicability to the insights shared within the book, making it a valuable resource for leaders committed to building inclusivity in their organizations. Inside youll find: Practical tools and coaching strategies to support inclusive behavior change Reflective exercises to guide individual and team development Insights on appreciating the whole person and navigating the challenges of language and interpretation across cultures Autorid: Jane Horan

Drowning in Debt? Wondering How to Grow Rich?The economy continues to have ups and downs and is still, to a great extent, recovering from the pandemic, which put millions of companies out of business. Now, we’re in a massive wave of layouts from the tech industry, pharmaceutical companies, and national retailers that are hitting people in the pocketbook. Even those who previously held 6-figure jobs are struggling to find employment in an extremely competitive market. Baby boomer retirees are forced to find part-time jobs immediately after retiring. People are struggling financially.Duncan MacLeod offers the tips and tricks that he learned to go from poverty and couch surfing to a life of prosperity. It reads like your kind and wise friend offering you helpful tips and a lot of common sense. With Duncan's guidance, you, too, can have an abundant life!Wealth is not a big salary or your possessions; wealth is when your money earns money10% of all you earn is yours to KEEP (not spend)Freeze your credit cards in a Tupperware bowl of waterBe grateful for your bills - somebody trusted you. Autorid: Duncan MacLeod, Becca Anderson

As seen on BBC's hit shows, Escape to the Country and Countryfile, this is Jules Hudson's first memoir. Wild at Heart documents the highs and lows and moments of triumph and tragedy Hudson has experienced both on and off our screens. "Throughout what has been a colourful life and exciting career, I've often joked at many memorable moments along the way that they would definitely go into 'the book'!" A household name to millions, Jules Hudson has been a familiar face on TV for decades. Fronting hit shows from Escape to the Country to Winter and Springtime on the Farm and Countryfile, he has become an integral part of life for the 'Farmy Army' of dedicated fans. It hasn't been a straight path to an idyllic new life in the rural landscapes of Britain however. In his first memoir, Jules reveals the highs and lows and moments of triumph and tragedy he has experienced both on and off our screens. Jules pens an inspiring and evocative portrait not only of his own life, but of the countryside and people he found his true home with. Taking readers from his beginnings in urban Essex to the mountains, fields and woods - not to mention the animals - of his new home in the countryside, his journey shows that all along he really was Wild at Heart. Autorid: Jules Hudson

I dare the lightning, take hold of its levers cranking out the weather while God is on business. I take on the responsibility without knowing the consequences, without knowing the thunder. Antosh Wojcik's anticipated debut, Suburban Locust is a wild ride of a collection born to be read in a single, breathless sitting. With compelling narrative cohesion and dark yet whimsical surrealism, Wojcik's poems drive us into the heart of an earthquake, within which a loveable, dysfunctional family battle against the elements of addiction and inherited trauma, their seemingly weatherproof bonds stretched to breaking point against an angry sky. Set across Texas, Warsaw and an unspecified English suburb, nonetheless this story feels biblical in its music and litany. It is visited by plagues (locusts, dealers, feds, choirs, wartime ghosts, sandy dudes, termites, bad neighbours, shark-headed behemoths, problematic astro-turf installers) and ablaze with the fiery glow of the apocalypse. An ingenious and irresistible read, from one of UK poetry's brightest talents. 'Like James Tate, but drunk' Roger Robinson Autorid: Antosh Wojcik

Packed with positivity, Love Your Life comprises journal pages for noting down all the special things in your life and decorative scratch-art pages for some life-affirming creativity. Autorid: Igloo Books Ltd

When a great white shark pup washed up on Manly Beach, the local community rushed to the shark's rescue, eventually releasing it back into the ocean. Great white sharks are vital for the ocean ecosystem, and yet despite this, their beauty and mystery are rarely celebrated. This glorious picture book is a lyrical and emotive account of the shark pup's journey back to the ocean, interspersed by fascinating facts about great white sharks. The two narratives work together to inspire compassion and hope for one of the ocean's most feared and misunderstood threatened species. 'A refreshing narrative nonfiction picture book that dispels fear and illuminates the beauty and significance of great white sharks' - Books+Publishing 'Clever and heartfelt ... The illustrations beautifully capture the vastness of the ocean, the power of crashing waves, and the strange, otherworldly feel of the pup's journey into the outside world.' - Good Reading Perfect for: - Shark-obsessed young readers and all animal lovers - Kids and parents who love true stories and nonfiction - An introduction to conservation and marine science Autorid: Sharon Dalgleish, Amandine Thomas

This interpretation of the familiar biblical story of the Exodus shifts the focus to Moses’ older sister Miriam, whose bravery and celebratory dance provided hope for her people during a dark and dangerous journey, and shows how emotional needs can be as important as physical ones. This interpretation of the familiar biblical story of the Exodus shifts the focus to Moses’ older sister Miriam, whose bravery and celebratory dance provided hope for her people during a dark and dangerous journey, and shows how emotional needs can be as important as physical ones.The Israelites are fleeing slavery in Egypt. There is no time to pack, but Miriam brings her timbrel and her dancing shoes. Her brother Moses is frustrated, “We’re running for our lives, not planning a party!” But when they need to cross the Red Sea, it is Miriam who keeps their spirits up, leading her people in a dance towards freedom. Autorid: Sandy Eisenberg Sasso, Joani Rothenberg

Discover 43 five-star hiking trails in Arkansas and Missouri, including popular routes and hidden gems throughout the Ozark Mountains. Peaceful waterfalls, dramatic mountain vistas, and untamed streams, the Ozarks region is a popular and beloved destinationand theres no better place to hit the trails. This diverse geographical area offers a variety of easy, moderate, and strenuous hikes. Visit pristine natural springs in the Mark Twain National Forest. Traverse the rugged mountain canvas of the Ozark National Forest. See the towering Cedar Falls in the Arkansas River Valley. Explore 43 of the regions best, five-star trails with this easy-to-carry and easy-to-use guidebook. In the updated edition, acclaimed author, expert hiker, and former board member of the Ozark Highlands Trail Association Jim Warnock presents everything you need to know about spectacular outings that lead to mountain panoramas, remote wilderness, amazing wildlife, and more. Inside youll find: Descriptions of 43 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads Insight into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children Save time and make the most of your hiking adventures. From the banks of Lake Alma to the broken-down buildings of the Rush ghost town, youll experience the best of the Ozarks breathtaking scenery and varied terrain. Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail! Autorid: Jim Warnock

Playful, thoughtful, and evergreen, The Game at the End of the World reaches toward the touchstones of civilization while staying rooted in a sport that has no borders or boundaries.Soccer fans will rejoice at this all-new volume of crackling, timely essays from the author of God Is Round: Tackling the Giants, Villains, Triumphs, and Scandals of the World’s Favorite Game. Juan Villoro explores the ancient origins, god-like star players, exhilarating highlights, and diehard devotees of a sport whose significance extends well beyond scoring goals. More than a game, soccer is a form of connection. More than physicality, it values strategy, creativity, and mental fortitude. It is a sport without an ideal athlete, where the passion of crowds is crucial.As a prolific writer and frequent attendee of World Cup games around the world, Juan Villoro draws on his own long memory and rich understanding of soccer's cultural history to inspire readers, players, and fans long after the final whistle blows. With a journalist's quick-hitting pen and a philosopher's expansive outlook, he has produced a collection for curious newcomers and lifelong football buffs alike. Autorid: Juan Villoro, Francisco Cant

In this fourth edition, Jason Gregory presents both the theory and practice of game engine software development. The broad range of technologies and techniques used by AAA game studios are each explained in detail, and their roles within a real industrial-strength game engine are illustrated. In this new and improved fourth edition of the highly popular Game Engine Architecture, Jason Gregory draws on his two decades of experience at Midway, Electronic Arts and Naughty Dog to present both the theory and practice of game engine software development. In this book, the broad range of technologies and techniques used by AAA game studios are each explained in detail, and their roles within a real industrial-strength game engine are illustrated.This fourth edition offers the same comprehensive coverage of game engine architecture provided by previous editions, along with new material that includes:Two brand new chapters covering 3D rendering and photorealistic lightingA discussion of motion matching technology for character animationImproved coverage of undefined behavior in the context of compiler optimizationsFuller coverage of C++ language standards up to C++23An improved index, plus fixes for various errata found by our readers in previous editionsThis book is intended to serve as an introductory text, but it also offers the experienced game programmer a useful perspective on aspects of game development technology with which they may not have deep experience. As always, copious references and citations are provided in this edition, making it an excellent jumping off point for those who wish to dig deeper into any particular aspect of the game development process.Key FeaturesCovers both the theory and practice of game engine software developmentExamples are grounded in specific technologies, but discussion extends beyond any particular engine or APIIncludes all mathematical background neededComprehensive text for beginners and also has content for senior engineers Autorid: Jason Gregory

A poignant, half-century history of the cartoonists and illustrators from the Connecticut School, written by the son of the Rockwell-trained artist behind the popular strips Prince Valiant and Big Ben Bolt, explores the achievements and pop-culture influence of period artists in the aftermath of World War II. A history of the cartoonists and illustrators from the Connecticut School, written by the son of the artist behind the popular strips "Prince Valiant" and "Big Ben Bolt," explores the achievements and pop-culture influence of these artists in the aftermath of World War II. A poignant history of the cartoonists and illustrators from the Connecticut SchoolFor a period of about fifty years, right in the middle of the American Century, many of the the nation’s top comic-strip cartoonists, gag cartoonists, and magazine illustrators lived within a stone’s throw of one another in the southwestern corner of Connecticut—a bit of bohemia in the middle of those men in their gray flannel suits. Cullen Murphy’s father, John Cullen Murphy, drew the wildly popular comic strips Prince Valiant and Big Ben Bolt, and was at the heart of this artistic milieu. Comic strips and gag cartoons read by hundreds of millions were created in this tight-knit group—Superman, Beetle Bailey, Snuffy Smith, Rip Kirby, Hagar the Horrible, Hi and Lois, Nancy, Sam & Silo, Amy, The Wizard of Id, The Heart of Juliet Jones, Family Circus, Joe Palooka, and The Lockhorns, among others. Cartoonists and their art were a pop-cultural force in a way that few today remember. Anarchic and deeply creative, the cartoonists were independent spirits whose artistic talents had mainly been forged during service in World War II.Illustrated with never-before-seen photographs, cartoons, and drawings, Cartoon County brings the postwar American era alive, told through the relationship of a son to his father, an extraordinarily talented and generous man who had been trained by Norman Rockwell. Cartoon County gives us a glimpse into a very special community—and of an America that used to be. Autorid: Cullen Murphy

DISCO! explores the many facets of disco culture as a historical cultural phenomenon with an immediate and ongoing global impact. The book is organised around three main areas -music, image, and dance - with which it surveys a broad range of both well-known and less familiar disco figures, spaces, texts, traditions and legacies. The volume includes twenty chapters and interviews that examine specific singers and groups; analyse various films and visual artefacts; investigate nightclubs and other spaces where disco happened or happens; explore the many meanings that have clustered around disco; and interrogate debates that revolve around disco. DISCO! Music, Image, Dance takes an interdisciplinary approach to exploring disco's untold stories--sonic, visual, and kinetic--from its popular heyday to its many afterlives. The book attests to disco's irrepressibility in cultural practices from the 1970s to the 2020s, tracing its histories and instantiations as these traverse geographies, affects, and memories, and exploring the reaches of disco as an expansive field of music, image, and dance. Illustrating how disco shows up in multiple and surprising ways across its times and spaces, chapters track the ubiquity of disco not only in relation to music and nightlife but also fashion, film, literature, poetry, dance, performance art, digital media, museums, exercise, activism, and community. DISCO! offers an expanded and necessarily ambivalent view of the value of disco-its embrace of both the ridiculous and the sublime, and its involvement in both progressive and reactionary social tendencies. Stretching disco studies towards a more capacious logic of valuation, contributors reveal disco to be as frivolous as it is urgent, as fanciful as it is (under)grounded, as much to do with oppression as liberation. DISCO! attests to the undisciplined and inclusive attention which disco, as a tentacular global cultural phenomenon, duly deserves and requires. Autorid: Mimi Haddon, Michael Lawrence, Arabella Stanger