Draws on memoirs, poems, letters, essays, and other sources to provide a tour outside the mainstream of mid-twentieth-century America, exploring how period luminaries reflected the experiences of various counterculture groups.

"This Perio Press volume is the first book edition of a collection of newspaper columns by Liz Caile which were originally published by The Mountain-Ear over a span of 20 years"--Verso, t.p.

"In 2010, award-winning professor Steven Strogatz wrote a series for the New York Times online called "The Elements of Math." It was hugely popular: Each piece climbed the most emailed list and elicited hundreds of comments. Readers begged for more, and Strogatz has now delivered. In this fun, fast-paced book, he offers us all a second chance at math. Each short chapter of The Joy of X provides an "Aha!" moment, starting with why numbers are helpful,...

From the publisher. Understand the sometimes-confusing business world with How Business Works, a user-friendly guide to understanding business jargon and corporate structure. Whether you're looking to get ahead at work, want to start your own business, or just want to understand the business world better, How Business Works is a comprehensive guide that makes even difficult business concepts easy to understand. Learn everything you need to know without...

Dogs are truly one of God's finest creatures a marvelous gift for us humans. They love us despite our faults and remind us to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life. They give us their all in return for food, play, and a scratch behind the ears. The Dog Next Door is a delightful collection of true stories that celebrate the dogs in our lives. Inside you'll meet a timid standard poodle who conquers his fears to bring joy to others, a brigade...

Embark on the coolest, fastest, wildest and weirdest adventures! Join your fearless hosts Elisha and Jay on a quest to discover the science of how things work. From the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of space, this collection takes you on exciting journeys that will inspire the curiosity of kids and adults alike.

The Statistical Abstract of the United States, published since 1878, is the best-known statistical reference in the country. As a comprehensive collection of statistics of the social, political, and economic conditions of the United States, it is a snapshot of America and its people.

Juno Award-winning artist's fourth album. It is full of melody, cheer, and singable songs for the whole family, including original songs as well as folk and traditional songs. Features Elizabeth Mitchell and Morgan Taylor.