This author delves into human nature and our place in the world, often referencing our prehistoric ancestors. Their work explores the deeply ingrained instincts and evolutionary heritage that shape us. Through a perceptive style and a unique perspective, they offer readers a contemplation of what it means to be human. Their writing is often personal and introspective, reflecting their own fascination with identity.
Set in a vibrant College of Magic, the story follows three promising students—Saber, Skye, and Rein—during their final year of training. Saber, the future Demon Lord, seeks the power to confront his father, while Skye, a young god, aspires to become the Elder of the gods. Rein, a mortal, serves the Earth Mother. Together, they navigate personal challenges and forge their paths amidst a world filled with gods, demons, and dragons. This graphic novel revitalizes the original comic series with enhanced storytelling and artwork.
International Bestseller One of the most anticipated books of 2017: The Millions, CBC, Chatelaine, Globe and Mail, Maclean's From the author of The Bear, the enthralling story of two women separated by millennia, but linked by an epic journey that will transform them both Forty thousand years in the past, the last family of Neanderthals roams the earth. After a crushingly hard winter, their numbers are low, but Girl, the oldest daughter, is just coming of age and her family is determined to travel to the annual meeting place and find her a mate. But the unforgiving landscape takes its toll, and Girl is left alone to care for Runt, a foundling of unknown origin. As Girl and Runt face the coming winter storms, Girl realizes she has one final chance to save her people, even if it means sacrificing part of herself. In the modern day, archaeologist Rosamund Gale works well into her pregnancy, racing to excavate newly found Neanderthal artifacts before her baby comes. Linked across the ages by the shared experience of early motherhood, both stories examine the often taboo corners of women's lives. Haunting, suspenseful, and profoundly moving, THE LAST NEANDERTHAL asks us to reconsider all we think we know about what it means to be human.
The book explores the significant disparity in tertiary education attendance between young people in care and their peers, revealing that those in care are five times less likely to pursue higher education. Based on a detailed three-year research project, it offers a thorough analysis of the factors contributing to this issue and proposes potential solutions to bridge the educational gap for these vulnerable youth.
Longlisted for the Baileys Womenâe(tm)s Prize for Fiction (formerly the Orange) Anna is five. Her little brother, Stick, is almost three. They are camping with their parents in Algonquin Park, in three thousand square miles of wilderness. It's the perfect family trip. But then Anna awakes in the night to the sound of something moving in the shadows. Her father is terrified. Her mother is screaming. Then, silence. Alone in the woods, it is Anna who has to look after Stick, battling hunger and the elements to stay alive. Narrated by Anna, this is white-knuckle storytelling that captures the fear, wonder and bewilderment of our worst nightmares âe" and the power of one girlâe(tm)s enduring love for her family.
Focusing on care work across Europe, this comparative study examines policies, provision, and practices in various sectors. It challenges existing perspectives and encourages innovative thinking regarding the current landscape and future developments in care work, making it a vital resource for understanding this essential field.
Focusing on gender dynamics in childcare, the book examines the role of men in early childhood settings within the UK and Europe. It delves into the historical context of men's involvement in childcare, parents' perspectives, staff interactions, and child protection concerns. Throughout, the voices of childcare workers are prominently featured, providing a comprehensive look at the unique challenges and contributions of men in this field.
