1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die
from Universe
For discerning bibliophiles and readers who enjoy unforgettable classic literature, 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die is a trove of reviews covering a century of memorable writing. Each work of literature featured here is a seminal work key to understanding and appreciating the written word.The featured works have been handpicked by a team of international critics and literary luminaries, including Derek Attridge (world expert on James Joyce), Cedric Watts (renowned authority on Joseph Conrad and Graham Greene), Laura Marcus (noted Virginia Woolf expert), and David Mariott (poet and expert on African-American literature), among some twenty others.Addictive, browsable, knowledgeable—1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die will be a boon companion for anyone who loves good writing and an inspiration for anyone who is just beginning to discover a love of books. Each entry is accompanied by an authoritative yet opinionated critical essay describing the importance and influence of the work in question. Also included are publishing history and career details about the authors, as well as reproductions of period dust jackets and book designs.
Books to Build On: A Grade-by-Grade Resource Guide for Parents and Teachers (Core Knowledge Series)
from Delta
A Student's Guide to History
by Jules R. Benjamin
from Bedford/St. Martin's
Core Concepts in Health, Brief Update
by Paul M. Insel
from McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages
The most reliable and widely used personal health text, Core Concepts in Health utilizes the theme of personal responsibility to teach and motivate students about health and wellness. The Tenth Edition Update provides current, accurate, scientifically based information about a wealth of health and wellness topics and issues. The Brief edition, an affordable alternative to larger health texts, includes a built-in study guide that allows students to test their knowledge of health-related issues and assess their level of wellness.
Spectrum 14: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (Spectrum (Underwood Books))
from Underwood Books
Book Finds, 3rd Edition: How to Find, Buy, and Sell Used and Rare Books
by Ian C. Ellis
from Perigee Trade
An updated edition of the essential insider's resource.
For the experienced collector or someone embarking on a new hobby, this newly revised and updated edition of Book Finds reveals the secrets of locating rare and valuable books. Includes information on first editions and reader's copies, auctions and catalogs, avoiding costly and common beginner mistakes, strategies of professional "book scouts," and buying and selling on the Internet.
The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits (Billboard Book of Top Forty Hits) 8th Edition
by Joel Whitburn
from Billboard Books
This Updated and Expanded 8th Edition of The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits offers complete and authoritative chart information on the most popular songs and artists to reach the top 40 positions on Billboard's Hot 100 chart from 1955 - present.
Written by Joel Whitburn, whose company Record Research is the most authoritative source of information on the Billboard charts, this thoroughly revised perennial bestseller is an indispensable resource for pop music fans, record collectors, and trivia enthusiasts, as well as for radio, cable, and music industry professionals.
As in previous editions, each entry begins with brief biographical information, followed by the date the single reached the Top 40, the single's highest position on the chart, the number of weeks it remained there, and the single's original record label and catalog number. Following the alphabetical listing by artist of all singles to make the Top 40 is an additional alphabetical listing by song title for easy reference as well as an extensive "Record Holders" section detailing "Top 100 Singles 1955-2003," "Top 1,000 Artists 1955-2003," "Top Artists by Decade," "Top Artist Achievements," "Top Singles by Decade," and "#1 Singles Listed Chronologically 1955-2003."
Also included are 300 artist photos with expansive captions providing biographical information and a wealth of fascinating facts and entertaining trivia.
The Penguin Guide to Recorded Classical Music 2008 (Penguin Guide to Recorded Classical Music)
by Ivan March
from Penguin (Non-Classics)
50 Self-Help Classics: 50 Inspirational Books to Transform Your Life
by Tom Butler-Bowdon
from Nicholas Brealey Publishing
This is the first and only bitesized guide to the works that have captured the imagination of millions and inspired readers everywhere to follow their dreams.
50 Success Classics: Winning Wisdom for Life and Work from 50 Landmark Books
by Tom Butler-Bowdon
from Nicholas Brealey Publishing
Here is the first and only bite-sized guide to 50 of the most important and inspiring books that already have helped legions of readers unleash their potential and discover the secrets to success in work and life.
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