Ida B. Wells (1862-1931) was one of the foremost crusaders against black oppression. This engaging memoir tells of her private life as mother of a growing family as well as her public activities as teacher, lecturer, and journalist in her fight against attitudes and laws oppressing blacks. \"No student of black history should overlook Crusade for Justice.\"--William M. Tuttle, Jr., Journal of American

This book offers a distinctive perspective on peace processes by comparatively analysing two cases which have rarely been studied in tandem, Ireland and

It is a bright sunny morning, and a giant of a man is walking through bracken fern. Suddenly, he hears a voice from a tiny fairy down below: he\'s accidentally stood on her wing. What happens next is part of a collection of short stories with unresolved endings. These stories are based on fiction, although they could happen. With a little bit of imagination anything is possible! Inspiration for these

Austerity continues to impact the criminal justice process in England and Wales: police numbers are down, the Crown Prosecution Service is in disarray, legal aid has been reduced, courts are closing and magistrates are leaving.Research into the criminal process usually focuses on England, however this book offers a rare insight into South Wales. Drawing on first-hand accounts of lawyers, police, suspects,

A delightful story for younger children about a Little Rhino who gets really mad but can\'t explain why. In the end, everything works out just as it should! What Do You Need, Little Rhino? shows children how to find comfort when everything gets too

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\'Where is this adventure taking us? I now have no fixed address, don\'t want one, don\'t need one. We are floating. Nostalgia for home is vamoose. We have tasted the lotus and we are not going back.\' It all began at the Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station, in 1961. Two young Princetonians have returned to New York from South America, where their dream of buying a coffee plantation in the Peruvian

Perfect for children studying Indian culture or myths, this book takes a light-hearted look at the characters and creatures from the Hindu mythological stories. The stories involve a huge cast of characters, including gods, mortals, demons and even animals. They often have themes of good triumphing over evil, or explaining how things are created or destroyed. The book is structured as a \'Who\'s Who\'

IF SUPERMAN NEEDED A COACH, HE\'D HIRE MICHAEL NEILL In this fun, easy-to-read book, best-selling author and internationally renowned success coach Michael Neill shares the secrets of transforming your life and the lives of the people you care about most--your family, friends, colleagues, and clients. Inside, you will learn: - How to stop thinking like a victim - The secret to financial security in

New York Times bestselling author Beth Harbison whips together a witty and charming--and delicious--story about the secrets we keep, the friends we make, and the food we cook. MUST LOVE BUTTER: The Cookbook Club is now open to members. Foodies come join us No diets No skipping dessert Margo Everson sees the call out for the cookbook club and knows she\'s found her people. Recently dumped by her

Over the past quarter century new ideologies of participation and representation have proliferated across democratic and non-democratic regimes. In Participation without Democracy, Garry Rodan breaks new conceptual ground in examining the social forces that underpin the emergence of these innovations in Southeast Asia. Rodan explains that there is, however, a central paradox in this recalibration of

Join Emma and Theo on their adventures as they meet community helpers in their neighborhood Theo is watching the class pet bunny when it starts acting funny--and now he and Emma are headed to the veterinary clinic to get it checked. Come along as Emma and Theo get a firsthand look at a veterinarian\'s job.Join in the excitement as these fun-loving friends continue to meet a variety of new community

The international bestseller that will sharpen your mind, broaden your perspective and transform your relationships. WHY ARE WE SO BAD AT ASKING GOOD QUESTIONS? In an increasingly polarized world, asking better questions in our daily and working lives is a radical shortcut to personal and professional success. It can create space for us to rethink our positions, find answers together, and even change

A trailblazing anthropologist and an indigenous Amazonian healer explore the convergence of science and shamanism \"The dose makes the poison,\" says an old adage, reminding us that all substances have the potential to heal or to harm, depending on their use. This is especially true of tobacco. Although Western medicine treats it as a harmful addictive drug, tobacco is considered medicinal by indigenous

Though originally an interloper in a system of justice mediated by courtroom battles, plea bargaining now dominates American criminal justice. This book traces the evolution of plea bargaining from its beginnings in the early nineteenth century to its present pervasive role. Through the first three quarters of the nineteenth century, judges showed far less enthusiasm for plea bargaining than did prosecutors.

Six weeks to confidence, continence and sexual satisfaction! Pelvic Floor expert Jenni Russell shows women (and men!) how to get rid of that embarrassment and pain associated of prolapsed pelvic organs, have better sex, and strengthen the pelvic floor

When life asks the hard questions, turn to this collection of inspirational quotes to gain some perspective. Filled with guidance from some of the world\'s most well-known minds, The Pocket Book of Wisdom offers thoughts and advice to restore, reset, and revive your day-to-day

BURN FAT, NOT TIME The ultimate get-in-shape-fast, at-home, no-equipment-required program designed especially for women--from the ultra-fit Special Operations trainer and author of You Are Your Own Gym Say goodbye to long, tedious hours at the gym and boring, muscle-depleting cardio exercises. Elite trainer and fitness guru Mark Lauren is here to show you that the best--and only--equipment you