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81) The book eaters
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Sunyi Dean's The Book Eaters is a contemporary fantasy debut. It's a story of motherhood, sacrifice, and hope; of queer identity and learning to accept who you are; of gilded lies and the danger of believing the narratives others create for you. Out on the Yorkshire Moors lives a secret line of people for whom books are food, and who retain all of a book's content after eating it. To them, spy novels are a peppery snack; romance novels are sweet...
Author
Publisher
Kitchen Sink Books, an imprint of Dark Horse Comics
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (167 pages : chiefly color illustrations)
Language
English
Description
A lost masterpiece by cult artist Bob Powell! This deluxe hardcover collects early 1950s Thun'Da and Cave Girl stories, featuring campy and sexy "jungle girl" genre material at its leopard-skinned finest! Mark Schultz (Xenozoic Tales) provides an introduction. This book includes an essay by Eisner-winning author James Vance (Kings in Disguise) and John Wooley (Fangoria). Bob Powell's Complete Cave Girl is a complete collection of cult favorite Cave...
Author
Language
English
Description
From the oom pah pah of the brass section to the tickle and tease of the keyboard ivories, 'M is for Melody' gives a music lesson in alphabet form. Instruments, composers, terms, and even musical styles are examined from A-Z in easy, read-aloud rhymes and expository, accompanied by colorful and engaging artwork. Based on MENC National Standards for Music Education, educators will find this a valuable addition to their classroom material.
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (288 p.)
Language
English
Description
"The dynamism of the natural world means that it is constantly changing, sometimes rapidly, sometimes gradually. By mathematically interpreting the continuous change that characterizes so many natural processes, analysis and calculus have become indispensable to bridging the divide between mathematics and the sciences. This comprehensive volume examines the key concepts of calculus, providing students with a robust understanding of integration and...
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2012
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (168 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Humans have long attempted to mechanize calculations-mathematical and otherwise-and build problem-solving machines. Yet it was not until the 20th century, with the advent of the computer, that such technology truly hit its stride. Indispensable to nearly all industry and increasingly vital to individuals around the globe, the computer has come to be an icon of the modern age. This insightful volume chronicles the history of computing devices, from...
Series
Publisher
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2008
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
"The Britannica Book of the Year is an unequaled accounting of the people, the events, and the trends that made 2007 memorable. Not only will articles and special reports describe in accurate detail the past year, but you can also access hundreds of statistical facts in the World Data section. This one-volume truly is the ultimate review of 2007."--
90) The Arts
Series
Publisher
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2012
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (64 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Updated for 2012 and part of the Britannica Learning Library Series, in The Arts, you will learn about a wide variety of visual and performing arts and meet some of the greatest artists of yesterday and today."--
Series
Publisher
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2011
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
"The Britannica Book fo the Year 2011 provides a valuable viewpoint on the people and events that shaped the year. In addition to keeping the Encyclopaedia Britannica updated, it serves as a great reference source for the latest news on the ever-changing populations, governments, and economies throughout the world."--
Series
Publisher
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
"The Britannica Book of the Year 2010 provides a valuable veiwpoint of the people and events that shaped the year and serves as a great reference source for the latest news on the ever changing populations, governments, and economies throughout the world. It is an accurate and comprehensive reference that you will reach for again and again."--
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (304 p.)
Language
English
Description
"The system of courts in the United States serves to enforce the laws of the nation as well as act as a check to make sure the other branches of government obey the powers set forth by the Constitution. Through a series of landmark court cases, chronicled in this book with an explanation of their lasting impact, the judiciary has shaped the laws of the nation. In addition to the powers of the judiciary and information on important Supreme Court Justices,...
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2012
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (178 p.)
Language
English
Description
"The rapid development of computer technology since the mid-20th century would not have even been imaginable without the brainpower of individuals dedicated to innovation and turning the seemingly impossible into reality. As far back as the eighteenth century, inventors began setting the stage for future minds to advance hardware and software that would change our world forever. This engaging volume introduces readers to the titans of the technology...
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (256 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Lakes and wetlands are significant ecosystems that nourish, sustain, and house many of the planet's plant and animal species. Though both of these regions are defined by water-both fresh and saline-each lake and particular type of wetland also has characteristics all its own. This detailed volume considers the formation, composition, and maintenance of these intricate ecological units and the various life forms they support. Dramatic full-color photographs...
Series
Publisher
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2009
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (5323 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Gateway to the Great Books are great writings which selections include short stories, plays, essays, scientific papers, speeches, and letters. Each selection represents a primary, original, and fundamental contribution to ones understanding of the universe and themselves. There are over 135 Authors, 225 Selections and 95 original illustrations. Selections include works from Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, T. S Eliot, Mark Twain and more. This...
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (352 p.)
Language
English
Description
"With a landscape as diverse as the multitude of people that inhabit it, India hosts a wide range of communities, from remote villages nestled in the Himalayas to thriving urban centers. In many ways, it is a land of contrasts, as reflected in its geography-shaped as much by the annual monsoon season as the arid deserts that punctuate the nation. In this volume, readers will experience a juxtaposed journey, visiting both areas that have remained untouched...
Publisher
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (2982 p.)
Language
Español
Description
"The Britannica Enciclopedia Moderna covers all fields of knowledge, including arts, geography, philosophy, science, sports, and much more. Users will enjoy a quick reference of 24,000 entries and 2.5 million words. More then 4,800 images, graphs, and tables further enlighten students and clarify subject matter. The simple A-Z organization and clear descriptions will appeal to both Spanish speakers and students of Spanish."--
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (288 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Communication and, indeed, our comprehension of the world in general are largely ordered by the number and measurement systems that have arisen over time. This book delves into the history of mathematical reasoning and the progression of numerical thought around the world. With detailed biographies of seminal thinkers and theorists, readers develop a sophisticated understanding of some of the most fundamental arithmetical concepts as well as the...
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (240 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Earth's biosphere supports several unique biomes and ecosystems. Though they operate as self-contained units, these regions also operate as part of a global network, nurturing interdependence among greatly diverse plant and animal species. The evolution of these wondrous realms-both aquatic and terrestrial-and the various natural elements that distinguish them from one another are the subjects of this comprehensive volume."--
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