HAIR-sterical! Hair-A-Baloo will make you laugh and cry, much the way you do on your worst hair day. Who needs Dr. Phil when we have Patricia Wynn Brown--the hair doctor. Her wit and wisdom make us realize that hair really does make the world go round." --Tim Bete (Director of the Erma Bombeck Humor Conference and author of In the Beginning...There Were No Diapers.) Hair-A-Baloo proves it: "It's all about the hair." Hair can make us laugh...cry...and a single strand can send us to prison for life! Who hasn't experienced a touch of hair envy or left the hair salon with a poodle perm? We spend so much time with the mops on top of our heads that it's become a subject for movies, musicals, and gossip columns. We copy celebrity hairstyles, spend hundreds on hair products, and constantly concoct homemade hair treatments in our kitchen. Hair has even played a major role throughout history. Who could forget Samson and Delilah or the 1920s, when every woman in America wanted to bob her hair? This forty-billion-dollar industry is given the royal "treatment" with Brown's wicked sense of humor. Take a break from the blow dryer and curl up with Hair-A-Baloo.
Second in the Blue Satan mystery series, The Spider’s Touch continues the saga of Gideon, Viscount St. Mars who is falsely accused of murdering his father, and his friend Hester Kean, who finds herself ensconced with the household of the Earl of Hawkhurst, who holds Gideon’s title. As the highwayman Blue Satan, Gideon undertakes a mission for James Stuart and Hester contends with a murder in her circle. Historical Mystery by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Pemberley Press
Falsely accused of murdering his own father, Gideon Fitzsimmons, Viscount St. Mars, must evade the men who would hang him, while trying to unmask his father’s killer. Mrs. Kean becomes his eyes and ears in society. Together they must use their daring and their wits to win justice in dangerous times. Georgian Mystery by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Pemberley Press
The Duchess of Upavon discourages Lord Westbury’s attentions to her daughter, even though he is handsome and charming. Lord Westbury is not interested in schoolroom misses; he simply needs an excuse for hanging about the Duchess’s estate. But she is determined to misunderstand his intentions. A bumblebroth indeed! Regency romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Fawcett
Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. THE AMISH TEACHER’S DILEMMA North Country Amish by Patricia Davids Taking a schoolteacher position in another district was just the change Amish spinster Eva Coblentz needed. But with her family insisting she come home just as she falls for three troubled orphans and their guardian uncle, Willis Gingrich, will she return to her old life…or risk everything to build a new one? FINDING THE ROAD HOME Hearts of Oklahoma by Tina Radcliffe With potential budget cuts looming, police chief Mitch Rainbolt may have to let his latest hire go—unless he and officer Daisy Anderson can prove that their department deserves the money. Can they save her job…and ensure Daisy and her orphaned nieces and nephews stay in town for good? THE COWBOY’S UNEXPECTED BABY Triple Creek Cowboys by Stephanie Dees When rancher and attorney Garrett Cole finds a newborn baby on his doorstep, he has no idea how to even change a diaper. Help comes in the form of Abby Scott, his new temporary coworker. But can Garrett convince Abby she’d be the perfect permanent addition to his makeshift family?
Sophie Corby thought every man was like her father and brothers—crazy for fox-hunting. Brought to London for a season, she was astonished to meet Sir Tony Farnham, who loved town, was indifferent to fox-hunting, and was possessed of polish and grace. Unfortunately, Sophie’s father had found a more acceptable (to him) candidate for her hand… Regency Romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Harlequin Regency Romance
When Claire Oliver returned from an unrewarding London season to her family’s country home, she discovered that the new parish rector, Christopher Bennett, had all the virtues the London beaus lacked. But it was her cousin Lydia who was pushed toward the penniless parson, and she was aimed toward the deplorable Lord Babcock. Regency Romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Harlequin Regency
Departing from the conventional understanding of neoliberalism as a set of economic and political policies favoring free markets, Neoliberal Culture presents a framework for analyzing neoliberalism in the United States as a culture-or structure of feeling- which shapes American everyday life. The book proposes five 'components' as the keys to any study of American neoliberal culture: biopower, corporatocracy, globalization, the erosion of welfare-state society, and hyperlegality, these five components enabling rich analyses of key artifacts of the neoliberal era, including the Iraq War, Las Vegas, welfare reform, Walmart, and Oprah's Book Club. Carefully organized according to its central themes and adopting a case study approach in order to allow for thorough, illustrated analyses, this book is an important tool for scholars and students of contemporary cultural studies, popular culture, American Studies, and sociology.
Ned Windermere decided to reform his rakish ways when he became a godfather. Then he met the child’s godmother, Miss Christina Lindsay, whose own brother called her “a handful.” Ned had a mind to tame her, but Christina was having none of it, especially from a rogue like Windermere. Regency Romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Fawcett
In Calais, the dying Captain Johnstone extracted a promise from Lord Thomas Harleston that Tom would return his daughter Susan to England. Susan was considered a criminal for having helped her father escape from debtor’s prison, but Tom had a plan. So they crossed the Channel in disguise but found themselves unable to abandon their adventure, due to their deception—and their growing love. Regency Romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Harlequin
In the winter of 1715, the River Thames freezes over and a Frost Fair is erected on the ice. Sir Walter Tatham, a recent visitor to Hawkhurst House, appears as a frozen corpse, leaning against a booth and dressed in expensive coronation robes. Lord Harrowby Hawkhurst asks Hester Kean to find out what she can about the baronet’s affairs but won’t tell her why. Hester enlists the help of her friend, the outlawed Viscount St. Mars, alias Blue Satan. Of course, he his embroiled in something else entirely—helping a Jacobite rebel escape Newgate prison. See how these two navigate the treacherous streets of London and avoid the price on Blue Satan’s head. They must use all their wiles to corner a clever murderer in the 4th book in the award-winning Blue Satan mystery. Georgian Mystery by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Pemberley Press
In the fall of 1715, supporters of the Pretender James Stuart launch a revolution that threatens to overthrow George I. Accused of printing seditious pamphlets, Mrs. Kean’s brother Jeremy has been sent to Newgate prison, where he soon finds himself charged with murder. Mrs. Kean and the earl-turned-highwayman, Blue Satan, can only uncover the motive that reveals the killer by first understanding the murderous deed. Third of the Blue Satan Mysteries. Historical Mystery by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Pemberley Press.
Cecily Wolverton has been done out of her inheritance by her cousin Alfred. And Jack Henley, son of Sir Geoffrey, has been temporarily disowned by his father because of his gambling debts. Jack, forced to drive a Royal Mail Coach, has learned the error of his ways, but it’s the determined Miss Wolverton who must show him where his heart belongs. Regency Romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Harlequin Regency
When the Earl of Linton hears that a country farmer has made a claim to use his family name and coat of arms, he decides to teach the upstart a lesson. But his first glimpse of “the squire,” and particularly of “the squire’s sister, leads him to hide his identity until the mystery contained in an ancient valentine and the questions posed by his own heart can be resolved. Regency Romance by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Fawcett
Matthew Dunstone, tormented by fevered nightmares in his illness, believes he has conjured up an elf named Francis—and his beautiful sister Trudy. But mischievous Trudy can take human form as the do-gooder Faye Merriwether and the game to ensnare Matthew is on. Problem is, Trudy finds the human world has its rewards, but she can’t remain there. Except that it’s Christmas-time… Regency Romance Paranormal by Patricia Wynn; originally published by Fawcett
In the summer of 1716, as King George celebrates victory over the Jacobite rebels, waiting-woman Hester Kean is sent into Yorkshire to ready her cousin Mary for life at Court. Nursing a broken heart, Hester is grateful for the change of scenery, but her peace is soon disrupted by the religious conflicts still stirring tensions in Great Britain. She befriends a fellow passenger on the stage, a neighbour of her cousins’, who turns out to be a Roman Catholic, coming home after receiving an illegal education in France. When they arrive to learn that his father has been murdered, Hester efforts to help are stymied by the secrecy under which Catholics are forced to live. To solve the murder, she must delve into the practices Catholics used to shield themselves from the law and the neighbours who would do them harm. All is not grim, however. Hester’s heart is instantly elated when Gideon, the outlawed Viscount St. Mars, aka the highwayman Blue Satan, appears at her cousins’ house in the guise of a gentleman searching for an estate to buy. At last, Hester’s doubts are banished. She knows that he loves her. But does he want her for his mistress or his wife? It will take a different sort of act of faith to seize the happiness she was convinced would never be hers.
An introduction to and advice on book collecting with a glossary of terms and tips on how to identify first editions and estimated values for over 20,000 collectible books published in English (including translations) over the last three centuries-about half are literary titles in the broadest sense (novels, poetry, plays, mysteries, science fiction, and children's books); and the other half are non-fiction (Americana, travel and exploration, finance, cookbooks, color plate, medicine, science, photography, Mormonism, sports, et al).
The forty-year love affair between Rachel and Andrew Jackson parallels a tumultuous period in American history. Andrew Jackson was at the forefront of the American revolution—but he never could have made it without the support of his wife. Beautiful, charismatic, and generous, Rachel Jackson had the courage to go against the mores of her times in the name of love. As the wife of a great general in wartime, she often found herself running their plantation alone and, a true heroine, she took in and raised children orphaned by the war. Like many great love stories, this one ends tragically when Rachel dies only a few weeks after Andrew is elected president. He moved into the White House alone and never remarried. Andrew and Rachel Jackson's devotion to one another is inspiring, and here, in Patricia Brady's vivid prose, their story of love and loss comes to life for the first time.
This book was written as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic began to have a devastating effect on employment across the globe. The crisis has served to highlight many deepseated, often longstanding challenges to employment relationships. These include uncertainties and fears about the impact of technological advances, concerns about safety and wellbeing and controversies around emerging business and employment models. It is difficult to avoid the fear that the combination of these and other practices will lead to a ‘race to the bottom’. The book calls for a radical rethink and reassessment of the core values underlying employment relationships. In Work in Challenging and Uncertain Times, the authors take a refreshingly realistic view of how contemporary work relationships are managed and look to how they will need to change in the future. Some key questions are posed, such as ‘who is the employer in complex skills supply chains?’; ‘how do we ensure a skilled workforce in a context of fragmentation and increasing individualization?’; ‘in a context of AI, robots etc., what does it mean to be human?’ and ‘how do we achieve change and improvement’? Based on extensive research presented in an accessible and engaging style, the book provides insights valuable to students of employment relationships, HRM and employment law as well as to practitioners and policy-makers. It draws on a range of academic disciplines and thoughts from interviews with key practitioners and commentators on workplace as well as students.
When Marjorie’s daughter began exploring archival records involving Britain’s child-migration program, a home-child saga emerged. Marjorie Arnison was one of the thousands of children removed from their families, communities, and country and placed in a British colony or commonwealth to provide "white stock" and cheap labour. In Marjorie’s case, she was sent to Prince of Wales Fairbridge Farm School, just north of Victoria, British Columbia, in 1937. As a child, Patricia was angered that her mother wouldn’t talk about the past. It took many years to discover why – it wasn’t because she was keeping a dark secret, but because she had "lost" her childhood. For 10-year-old Marjorie, forgetting her past, her family, and England was the only survival tool she had at her disposal to enable her to face her frightening and uncertain future. This is Marjorie’s account as told by her daughter. It is a story of fear, loss, courage, survival, and finding one’s way home.
Departing from the conventional understanding of neoliberalism as a set of economic and political policies favoring free markets, Neoliberal Culture presents a framework for analyzing neoliberalism in the United States as a culture-or structure of feeling- which shapes American everyday life. The book proposes five 'components' as the keys to any study of American neoliberal culture: biopower, corporatocracy, globalization, the erosion of welfare-state society, and hyperlegality, these five components enabling rich analyses of key artifacts of the neoliberal era, including the Iraq War, Las Vegas, welfare reform, Walmart, and Oprah's Book Club. Carefully organized according to its central themes and adopting a case study approach in order to allow for thorough, illustrated analyses, this book is an important tool for scholars and students of contemporary cultural studies, popular culture, American Studies, and sociology.
Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline, Second Edition, is the ideal clinical companion for veterinary technicians in practice and in training. Fully revised and updated, this new edition features an improved layout for even faster access to information. The charts and tables throughout are designed for easy reference, enabling technicians to quickly apply their knowledge and skills to the daily clinical setting. Covering all aspects of the veterinary technician's duties in the care of dogs and cats, from the basics of physical examinations to specialized nursing and technical procedures, Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide is a practical, accessible manual for veterinary support staff.
Updated throughout with the latest research, Kielhofner’s Model of Human Occupation, 6th Edition, is the definitive resource on the theory and application of the most widely used model in occupational therapy today. A client-centered approach explores what motivates each individual, how they select occupations and establish everyday routines, and how environment influences occupational behavior. This revised 6th Edition reflects the current framework and incorporates the most up-to-date MOHO theory, research, and application practices to give users complete preparation for today’s client care challenges.
Covering the U.S.A. and Canada like never before, and for the first time with full-color photographs, here are 1,000 compelling, essential, offbeat, utterly unforgettable places. Pristine beaches and national parks, world-class museums and the Just for Laughs festival, mountain resorts, salmon-rich rivers, scenic byways, the Oyster Bar and the country’s best taco, lush gardens and coastal treks at Point Reyes, rafting the Upper Gauley (if you dare). Plus resorts, vineyards, hot springs, classic ballparks, the Talladega Speedway, and more. Includes new attractions, like Miami’s Pérez Art Museum and Manhattan’s High Line, plus more than 150 places of special interest to families. And, for every entry, what you need to know about how and when to visit. “Patricia Schultz unearths the hidden gems in our North American backyard. Don’t even think about packing your bag and sightseeing without it.” —New York Daily News
Would you like to feel more in control of yourself and your work? To cope comfortably with any demands the day throws at you? Deal easily with situations without guilt or worry? If so, this is the book for you! Social work is a stimulating and exciting career - but it can also be frustrating and exhausting. It’s easy to get so caught up in the challenges of work that it becomes difficult to see the wood from the trees. If only you were able to step back. The Assertive Social Worker will provide you with the tools to do just that and, as a result, will empower you to do your job better. By treating assertiveness as a set of skills which can be learned, practised and refined, the author opens the door to a way of thinking and behaving which can turn your whole life around. Although assertiveness may not traditionally have been associated with social work or the broader range of caring professions, it is based upon respect for yourself and others - a clear parallel with the underlying principles of your chosen career.
Harlequin® Heartwarming celebrates wholesome, heartfelt relationships imbued with the traditional values so important to you: home, family, community and love. Experience all that and more with four new novels in one collection! This Harlequin Heartwarming box set includes: TO SAVE A CHILD Texas Rebels by Linda Warren When a baby and the beautiful Grace Bennet wind up unexpectedly in Cole Chisholm’s life, the by-the-book cop might just have to break his own rules to protect them…and let Grace into his heart. SECOND CHANCE FOR THE SINGLE DAD by Carol Ross Rhys McGrath is no dancer, but he’ll learn in time for the father-daughter dance at his niece’s cotillion. He’s smitten by beautiful dance instructor Camile—and he’s dying to know if she feels the same! RANCHER TO THE RESCUE by Patricia Forsythe Zannah Worth hates change. So her new business partner, Brady Gallagher, has a tough time swaying her opinion with his flashy ideas for the family ranch. He makes her feel too much—frustration, anxiety…and something like love? CAUGHT BY THE SHERIFF Turtleback Beach by Rula Sinara After her sister goes missing, Faye Donovan flees with her niece to Turtleback Beach. But when Sheriff Carlos Ryker offers a shoulder to lean on, Faye faces a choice—keep lying, or trust him with all of their lives… Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Heartwarming!
A “civil rights Hall of Fame” (Kirkus) that was published to remarkable praise in conjunction with the NAACP's Centennial Celebration, Lift Every Voice is a momentous history of the struggle for civil rights told through the stories of men and women who fought inescapable racial barriers in the North as well as the South—keeping the promise of democracy alive from the earliest days of the twentieth century to the triumphs of the 1950s and 1960s. Historian Patricia Sullivan unearths the little-known early decades of the NAACP's activism, telling startling stories of personal bravery, legal brilliance, and political maneuvering by the likes of W.E.B. Du Bois, Mary White Ovington, Walter White, Charles Houston, Ella Baker, Thurgood Marshall, and Roy Wilkins. In the critical post-war era, following a string of legal victories culminating in Brown v. Board, the NAACP knocked out the legal underpinnings of the segregation system and set the stage for the final assault on Jim Crow. A sweeping and dramatic story woven deep into the fabric of American history—”history that helped shape America's consciousness, if not its soul” (Booklist) — Lift Every Voice offers a timeless lesson on how people, without access to the traditional levers of power, can create change under seemingly impossible odds.
Amon G. Carter (1879-1955) is one of the legendary men of Texas history. Born in a log cabin, he was self-made, becoming Fort Worth's leading citizen and champion. He developed an interest in the art of Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell through his friendship with Will Rogers. Carter's will provided for the establishment of a museum in Fort Worth devoted to the art of the American West. While the museum holds the most significant collection anywhere of works by Remington and Russell and is a pioneer in the field of western studies, it has evolved into one of the great museums of American art as a whole, focusing on artists working on successive frontiers, aesthetic as well as geographic. Its photography collection alone has grown to nearly one-quarter of a million objects." "The museum, designed by noted architect Philip Johnson, opened to the public in 1961. On the occasion of its fortieth anniversary, a substantially expanded building, also designed by Mr. Johnson, was inaugurated. This volume relates the museum's history and presents color and duotone illustrations of 125 of its masterworks dating from 1822 to 1998 (paintings, sculpture, prints, watercolors, pastels, drawings, and photographs), with an essay about each and a biography of each artist. It includes a number of landmark works recently added to the collection and unveiled here for the first time: paintings by John Singer Sargent, Stuart Davis, and Marsden Hartley; sculpture by Alexander Calder and Louise Nevelson; a daguerreotype by Southworth and Hawes; and photographs by Alfred Stieglitz, David Smith, Robert Adams, and Linda Connor."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
This illustrated survey covers all known Johnny Gruelle published works, with over 400 illustrations, detailed bibliographic annotations, a complete price guide, and sections devoted to newspaper and magazine appearances, his book-length works, works inspired by Gruelle, and his creations.
Pirate Queen Eldora Rawley meets her match in Robert Lamley, a former first mate to Captain Kidd. Sworn to find a trove of long-lost riches and clear Kidd's name, he takes to the seas again, hoping to outrace his beautiful rival, ravish her, and make her his bride.
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