This fascinating collection of letters offers a unique glimpse of life at the Panama-Pacific International Exposition of 1915. Written by the twin daughters of a wealthy American businessman, they provide a vivid description of the people, places, and events that made this spectacular world's fair such a memorable occasion.
The Turned-Intos series is a collection of works for children and young adult readers that combine fantasy with adventure. In this installment, Jane Elizabeth discovers the Garden Folk and their mysterious ways. The book is a delightful and engaging read for young readers that would foster a love and appreciation for magical creatures and stories.
The book is recognized for its significant impact on human history, prompting efforts for its preservation and modern republishing. This initiative ensures that its valuable insights and lessons remain accessible to both contemporary readers and future generations.
In the first half of 2018, a professional reader in New York City becomes captivated by an anonymous suicide journal that reveals the author's profound struggles with life. As she delves deeper into the dark philosophies contained within, Liz embarks on a quest to locate the author, confronting her own inner demons along the way. This journey intertwines themes of despair, hope, and the search for meaning, highlighting the impact of mental health on both the writer and the reader.
Set in a charming rural landscape, this story follows the adventures of a spirited dog named Buddy Jim and his interactions with the world around him. The narrative explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the bond between pets and their owners. Through Buddy Jim's escapades, readers are invited into a heartwarming tale that highlights the joys and challenges of life in a close-knit community. The book captures the essence of companionship and the simple pleasures found in everyday moments.
Climate Change and Human History provides an up-to-date and concise introduction to the relationship between human beings and climate change throughout history. Starting with periods hundreds of thousands of years ago and continuing up to the present day, the book illustrates how natural climate variability affected early human societies, and how humans are now altering climate drastically within much shorter periods of time. For each major period of time, the book will explain how climate change has created opportunities as well as risks and challenges for human societies. The book introduces and develops several related themes including: Phases of climate and history Factors that shape climate Climate shocks and sharp climate shifts Climate and the rise and fall of civilizations Industrialization and climate science Accelerating climate change, human societies, and the future An ideal companion for all students of environmental history, Climate Change and Human History clearly demonstrates the critical role of climate in shaping human history and of the experience of humans in both adapting to and shaping climate change.
Wannabe actress Dani Steele's résumé resembles a cautionary tale on how not to be famous. She's pushing thirty and stuck in a dead-end insurance job, and her relationship status is holding at uncommitted. With unbearably perfect sisters and a mother who won't let her forget it, Dani has two go-tos for consolation: maple scones and a blog in which she pours her heart out to her celebrity idol. He's the man her father never was, no boyfriend will ever be--and not so impossible a dream as one might think. When Dani learns that he's planning a fund-raising event where the winning amateur athlete gets a walk-on in his new film, she decides to trade pastries and self-doubt for running shoes and a sexy British trainer with adorable knees. But when Dani's plot takes an unexpected twist, she realizes that her happy ending might have to be improvised--and that proving herself to her idol isn't half as important as proving something to herself. * * * This is a work of fiction. While Dwayne Johnson p/k/a The Rock is a real person, events relating to him in the book are a product of the author's imagination. Mr. Johnson is not affiliated with this book, and has not endorsed it or participated in any manner in connection with this book.
The narrative explores the enchanting world of seeds, depicting them as potential plants or trees that grow and bear fruit, a divine creation. It highlights the essential role of fruits and vegetables, referred to as "little friends," in enriching human life. The story invites readers into a vibrant garden filled with familiar flora, from the graceful Grain children in fields to the playful wild Grapes in forests. This whimsical portrayal emphasizes the interconnectedness of nature and the joy it brings to our lives, making the natural world feel alive and welcoming.