In Roman Britain, AD 189, every slave knows his lot in life depends solely upon the morals-or lack thereof-of his master. Fortunately for one young Glevum slave, Junio, his owner believes heartily in rewarding years of loyalty and service. Libertus, a former slave turned pavement-maker, is to grant ..
Review"A most welcome addition to the botanical literature because it brings to us a collection of such rare and little-known botanical treasures." From the foreword by Sir Ghillean Prance, Director, Royal Botanical Gardens, KewProduct DescriptionThis is an extraordinary book, filled with beautiful ..
Mrs. Jenkin's class learns to count to twenty, learns about shapes and patterns, and learns simple addition and subtraction. Author: Wells, Rosemary Publisher: Puffin Binding: Paperback Language: English ISBN-10: 0142300403 ISBN-13: 9780142300404..
The reissue of Rosemary Stevens's groundbreaking book on the growth of medical specialties offers a new opportunity to consider the state of the American health care system. Updated with an extensive new introduction and a new bibliography, Stevens's book chronicles the development of the medical pr..
From back cover: "Born in 1847, at sixteen she was a passionate Christian longing to wage battle against sin and misery. At 28 she was notorious as a leader of miliant atheism. During her long life she refused to be bound by the conventions of her class and sex. She embraced a variety of beliefs - f..
From Publishers WeeklyThe Ottoman Empire (that "Sick Old Man of Europe"), is the setting of an aptly titled novel that examines the loyalty between men that helps makes warfare bearable. Thomas Keith, a Scottish soldier during the Napoleonic wars, is captured in 1807 in the Nile delta by Turkish for..
Get a realisitic guide to producing construction documents that clearly communicate the interior space of new construction, remodeling, or installation projects with Construction Drawings and Details for Interiors. This highly visual book: includes such details as furniture, finishes, lighting, and ..
Your students will love this handy, dependable guide, and will carry it with them for frequent reference! Designed for review, Critical Care Nursing outlines high acuity nursing processes -- including applicable maintenance and management in the home care setting -- providing up-close focus on essen..
Explore the terrifying depths of the dungeons of Faerun with the merriest band of misfits to ever go adventuring with a little white dog!The Siegebreakers are a tight-knit group of eccentric mercenaries who boast they can safely bring down the walls of any fortress, and will do so for the right amou..
Vowing to love each other forever, tempestuous Virginia Brandon and soldier of fortune Steve Morgan are torn apart when a revolution places them on opposing sides, but they are unable to forget their love for one another. Reissue. Author: Rogers, Rosemary Publisher: Avon Books Binding: Paperback Lan..
Authentic North American short stories enhance students' reading skills, language learning, and enjoyment of literature. The stories in this book were chosen for their universal appeal. Among the authors included are Nathaniel Hawthorne, Kate Chopin, Langston Hughes, Ernest Hemingway, and Shirley Ja..
Three brief tales recount the adventures and misadventures of a hapless but endearing fox named James Author: Wells, Rosemary Publisher: Dial Books Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 0803721188 ISBN-13: 9780803721180..
Product DescriptionThree brief tales recount the adventures and misadventures of a hapless but endearing fox named JamesFrom Publishers WeeklyPW called these three verse tales about clumsy James and his bossy big brother "hard to beat for pure enchantment. A blessing to little brothers everywhere an..
Winterthur Museum is world renowned for its decorative arts collections and its exceptional educational programs. Adapted from the training materials developed at the museum, the revised and enhanced Early American Decorative Arts, 1620-1860: A Handbook for Interpreters is an indispensable guide for..
A Bulletin Blue Ribbon BookThis must-have back-to-school classic from beloved creator Rosemary Wells not only reinforces counting skills, but commemorates all of the excitement and learning that happens in those first one hundred days.Perfect for:Celebrating back to schoolMath lessonsHome schooled c..
This study argues against vague interpretations of fantasy as mere escapism and seeks to define it as a distinct kind of narrative. A general theoretical section introduces recent work on fantasy, notably Tzventan Todorov's The Fantastic: A Structural Approach to a Literary Genre (1973). Dr Jackson,..
After getting snow in her shoes, suffering through math class, and waiting for a bus that never seems to come, Claire decides that it is time for a visit to the Bunny Planet. Author: Wells, Rosemary Publisher: Dial Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 0803711751 ISBN-13: 9780803711754..
Gender was a fluid potential, not a fixed category, before the Spaniards came to Mesoamerica. Childhood training and ritual shaped, but did not set, adult gender, which could encompass third genders and alternative sexualities as well as "male" and "female." At the height of the Classic period, Maya..
This easy to use supplemental program helps teachers provide the structure, pacing, and practice at-risk readers need to succeed. An alternate to traditional reading programs, the Merrill Reading Program carefully introduces words according to sound and spelling patterns. Lessons begin with a chalkb..
The estate of Goodwood is glorious not only for its famous racecourse and motor racing circuit but also for its magnificent art collection. This superbly illustrated book reveals the treasures of Goodwood. Curator Rosemary Baird tells the story of the Dukes of Richmond, from the birth of the 1st Duk..
Discusses the reasons Greek people left their homeland to come to America, the experiences immigrants had in the new country, and the contributions this cultural group made to American society. Includes activities. Author: Wallner, Rosemary Publisher: Capstone Press Binding: library Language: Englis..
Gladstar interweaves folk wisdom, her own experience as an herbalist, and sound medical principles in a guide to women's health that is at once poetic, intriguing, and eminently practical. Author: Gladstar, Rosemary Publisher: Prentice Hall Direct Binding: Hardcover Language: English ISBN-10: 013213..
Simple, safe, and effective herbal home remedies for women of all ages! From menstruation to menopause, learn how to prepare natural treatments for acne, PMS, morning sickness, hot flashes, yeast infections, and more.For centuries women have turned to herbs to cope with a wide variety of health prob..