In the Weimar Republic, fashion was not only manipulated by the various mass media -- film, magazines, advertising, photography, and popular literature -- but also emerged as a powerful medium for women\'s self-expression. Female writers and journalists, including Helen Grund, Irmgard Keun, Vicki Baum, Elsa Maria Bug, and numerous others engaged in a challenging, self-reflective commentary on current

HERO AT DUNKIRK is the true story of the heroic fleet of little ships who saved the British Expeditionary Forces at Dunkirk in 1940. The story follows Joe Read who was only 15 years old when he crossed the English Channel in his father\'s lifeboat, Brittanic, and braved artillery fire and German bombing to help rescue British Expeditionary

Kids have big feelings, but none of their feelings are too big for God. In this picture book from licensed counselor Michelle Nietert and Tama Fortner, young readers will explore what it means to feel scared and discover how to manage their emotions in a healthy way.Scared is a feeling that can be hard to face, but if we listen to it, we can learn things about ourselves. In God, I Feel Scared, children

\"The fantasy series I\'ve been waiting for my whole life.\"--Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Hate U GiveIn L.L. McKinney\'s A Dream So Dark, the thrilling sequel to A Blade So Black, Alice goes deeper into a dark version of Wonderland. Still reeling from her recent battle (and grounded until she graduates high school), Alice must cross the Veil to rescue her friends and stop

It was a kind of portal - a portal into the myths of the ancient world . . . Everyone knows the Doctor loves museums (it\'s his way of keeping score). But when Jo Grant and the Doctor visit the British Museum in London, they might have got more than they bargained for. A mysterious object is revealed, which grants those who touch it strange visions of Greek Myths. Gods, warriors and monsters are

Principles of Engineering Tribology: Fundamentals and Applications introduces readers to the core theories and fundamentals of the field, its basic terminology and concepts, as well as advanced topics such as the tribological properties of various engineering surfaces, roughness measurements, and the mechanics of surface contact. The fundamentals of friction and wear of metallic and non-metallic materials

The third crime novel featuring DI Jabulani Sibanda: a highly-knowledgeable, bush-savvy policeman, stationed at a village on the borders of Zimbabwe National

Advertising has permeated our popular culture as much as any other aspect of the media. This comprehensive text provides a balanced analysis of advertising - as a business practice and as a creator of symbolic environments. The critique reflects current theories on advertising by illustrating how it both draws from and contributes to popular culture, and uses specific excerpts from advertising campaigns

Comics have conquered America. From our multiplexes, where Marvel and DC movies reign supreme, to our television screens, where comics-based shows like The Walking Dead have become among the most popular in cable history, to convention halls, best-seller lists, Pulitzer Prize-winning titles, and MacArthur Fellowship recipients, comics shape American culture, in ways high and low, superficial, and deeply

Federico Garca Lorca, Spain\'s greatest modern poet and dramatist, was murdered by Fascist partisans in 1936, shortly after the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War. He was by then an immensely popular figure, celebrated throughout the Spanish-speaking world, and at the height of his creative powers. After his death, with his work suppressed, he became a potent symbol of the martyrdom of Spain. The manuscript

Dr. Archibald Coo, an erudite big-city pigeon, is tired of the way people treat him and the other pigeons. They\'re always being shooed and swatted, and they\'re never admired the way the other birds are. As Dr. Coo tells his pigeon friends: \"It wasn\'t always this way.\" In ancient times, pigeons were known to accompany the gods. They brought news of the Olympic Games to all of ancient Greece. And

This is a complete sourcebook of information on Horizontal Directional Drilling, the installation of pipelines and utilities beneath obstacles such as water and roadways. HDD is a fast-growing technology in the trenchless industry. Provides technical information on the design, permitting, construction, bid documents, specifications, and construction of HDD applications Numerous HDD calculations wi

If you are looking for a pet that is full of energy and affection, the Sphynx cat might be right for you. The Sphynx cat is not your typical cat. It doesn\'t have a thick, soft coat of fur and it isn\'t content to spend all day lounging in the sun. The Sphynx cat is almost completely hairless and it is one of the most active and extroverted cat breeds out there - that is why so many people love them

An invaluable compendium of 75 creative art projects for art educators and classroom teachers This authoritative, practical, and comprehensive guide offers everything teachers need to know to conduct an effective arts instruction and appreciation program. It meets secondary art teacher\'s unique needs for creating art lessons that cover everything from the fundamentals to digital media careers for

Flash cards are an easy and interesting way for your childen recognize the world around them. Approved worldwide by child psychologists teachers and parents themselves flashcards are ideal for very young children and those up to 7 years of age. During a child\'s formative years developmental cards are almost a necessity and not just for entertainment. Flashcards are great for games and just starting

From Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, an insider\'s account of the deals and the dodges inside the music and entertainment business over the last 30 years As the son of the legendary showbiz lawyer Marty Machat, Steven Machat grew up among such names as Frank Sinatra, James Brown, Frankie Valli, and Sam Cooke. Following in his father\'s footsteps, by the time he was in his late 20s he was proud to

On to the next stage: the witch\'s tomb known as the Sanctuary-- Determined to release Rem from a mysterious slumber, Subaru and Emilia return to Roswaal\'s manor in search of clues on how to reach the Sanctuary, the secret location to which Ram and Roswaal escaped. But the way there is fraught with the unexpected--especially for Subaru, who finds himself in the company of a curious figure. A new chapter

FUND YOUR DREAM BUSINESSEvery business needs money. Whether you\'re just starting out or are ready to expand, hunting for cash isn\'t easy and you\'ll need a game plan to be successful.The experts of Entrepreneur can help improve your odds of success by exploring the available options to guiding you from small business loans and angel investors to crowdfunding and venture

This biography of basketball superstar Jeremy Lin is an anthem of Asian American pride that speaks to any child who feels underestimated or misunderstood. If Lin can, you can! Have you ever been told that you CAN\'T? Growing up in the Bay Area, Jeremy Lin heard that over and over again. People made fun of his size and his race and wouldn\'t give him a chance. But Jeremy persevered until he became the