Despite its relatively short history, the U.S. has seen diverse change, from its inception as a colony of the British Crown, through revolution and a turbulent social history. Here we take a look at how those changes happened, from the 18th Century wars that began the revolution and led to America’s independence, to the events that led to the creation of the U.S. Constitution.
A young man must escape from a mysterious locked vault before he dies of dehydration.
After Air Force One goes down during a storm over the Bermuda Triangle, the United States Navy is dispatched to find the escape pod holding the President. A giant monster beneath the ocean awakens and attacks the fleet.
“To be, or not to be: that is the question.”
William Shakespeare has undeniably left behind him a legacy of plays and poems that have not only been enjoyed by millions, but shaped the English language into what we know today. This book delves into the works of this legendary playwright, from his histories, comedies and tragedies to his thought-provoking sonnets. Discover the life and times of Shakespeare, Elizabethan England and the theatre best known for showcasing his works: The Globe. This book will also explore the impact that his works have had on today’s world from the theatre world to the glitz of the silver screen. Also inside are a number of copies of the original documents including Shakespeare’s will, an extract from the First Folio, and posters for his plays.
Adam is a Catholic priest who discovered his calling as a servant of God at the relatively late age of 21. He now lives in a village in rural Poland where he works with teenagers with behavioral problems who fight and yell abuse. He declines the advances of a young brunette named Ewa; saying he is already spoken for. However; celibacy is not the only reason for his rejection. Adam knows that he desires men and that his embrace of the priesthood has been a flight from his own sexuality. When he meets Dynia; the strange and taciturn son of a simple rural family; Adam’s self-imposed abstinence becomes a heavy burden.
When they are evicted from their home, struggling Bronx auto mechanic Jaden Miller (Kent Moran) will do everything in his power to save he and his mother (S. Epatha Merkerson) from living on the streets. With the help of legendary trainer, Duane Taylor (Michael Clarke Duncan), Miller soon finds that boxing is their ticket to a better life. Earning the title ‘Bronx Boy,’ Miller becomes a local hero. After winning a big fight, a cable network takes notice and decides to give Miller his own TV show, ‘The Challenger,’ which will follow him all the way to the Light-Heavyweight Title. –
The love triangle of mortals, vampires and werewolves must be cast aside when the beloved Bella is in danger. Again. This time a gang of bloodsucking newborns threatens her life, and the two loves of her life are forced to put their differences aside to save her again.
This text approaches the subject of human sexuality from a psychological perspective. It features information from a variety of disciplines, such as biology, women’s studies, sociology, anthropology and health education. The text offers extensive coverage of research and theoretical findings, but its informal tone makes it suitable for students at all academic levels. This edition features: expanded coverage of multicultural research; updated data on sexual behaviour, including the University of Chicago NORC survey; and a video produced for Mcgraw-Hill presenting a series of unrehearsed interviews, covering a range of topics in sexuality. Attention is given to gender: the text highlights differences between male and female sexuality and the importance of gender roles in sexual behaviour.
Kristian Keskitalo was once a talented hockey player. Now, he’s a nobody. Then, after a night spent together, his buddy Alex goes missing. Kristian starts acting increasingly aggressive and irrational, getting mixed up with local kids, setting up shaky deals, looking to confront wrongdoers. Then, Alex is found dead. In the wake of tragedy, Kristian seems to connect with Alex’s father, Berndt. But Kristian also longs for a connection with Diana, Alex’s widow. And, he thinks he’s the real father of Elias, their son. In fact, taking over his friend’s life in all possible ways seem… well, natural, almost. Only, Kristian is a liar. The police are watching him, as is Berndt, both moving closer and closer, as Kristian edges towards breakdown.
Japanese pubs, called izakaya, are attracting growing attention in Japan and overseas. As a matter of fact, a recent article in The New York Times claimed that the izakaya is starting to shove the sushi bar off its pedestal. While Japan has many guidebooks and cookbooks, this is the first publication in English to delve into every aspect of a unique and vital cornerstone of Japanese food culture.
From the Director of ‘DEADTIME’ and ‘Zombie Harvest’ comes Crying Wolf! They’re Hungry, Hairy and ready to hunt you down! The comedy horror Crying Wolf tells the story of strange and weird goings on in a little English village called Deddington. The gruesome death of local girl Charlotte by a rabid monster causes alarm and revulsion – before desperate reporters, crazy detectives and revenge seeking hunters descend on the scene! Crying wolf is a fast paced British comedy horror that will keep you howling for more!
In a world where animals have turned on humanity, a teen travels across the country in search of the girl of his dreams.
