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A propulsive human drama that chronicles the mass exodus of Jews from Eastern Europe to America in the early years of the twentieth century, and the men who made it possible.Over thirty years, from 1890 to 1921, 2.5 million Jews, fleeing discrimination and violence in their homelands of Eastern Europe, arrived in the United States. Many sailed on steamships from Hamburg.This mass exodus was facilitated by three businessmen whose involvement in...

A captivating historical novel set in Gilded Age New York City about an immigrant daughter's ascent from a miserable tenement to the heights of haute couture, driven by an insatiable hunger for a place in society and secrets she must not betray.When Rivkah Milmanovitch arrives at Ellis Island, her husband is not waiting for her as promised. Alone and pregnant, she makes her way to the Lower East Side tenement of an old friend. Lottie Aarons, w...

How exactly can listeners participate in sound art? Vadim Keylin explores this issue within contemporary aesthetics through an impressive series of analyses, through fieldwork, conceptual critique as well as through reflections on epistemologies, art history and media history. He proposes to conceptualize participatory sound art through a sonic pragmatism that suggests a stimulating interpretation and application of the notion of affordances i...

Ever since I was little, I had a strong desire to smell everything around me. My fascination with scents and aromas led me to study aromatherapy. As a diligent learner, I quickly became acquainted with the volatile pure essences. As I continued to experiment with both single and blended essences, I observed that the fragrances I used had a noticeable impact on my overall mood, for instance, a single essence or a blend of essential oils can ch...

Christian mystic Marc Aronoff invites us to consider Divine Love through the insightful writings of Saint Catherine of Genoa.This beautifully illustrated Annotated Selection from Saint Catherine's Spiritual Dialogues, a classic of Christian literature describing the Italian mystic's spiritual transformation, includes a reflection workbook to encourage a deepening of love and understanding in our own lives. Freshly edited and revised for the mo...

This is the story of Alex who has experienced 'scary things', and the different things he does to cope with all the ways these scary things make him feel. This gentle storybook will help children who have experienced trauma deal with their emotions and learn coping strategies.

Nanohybrid Fungicides: New Frontiers in Plant Pathology - addresses new nanohybrid fungicides and the opportunities that nanoagrochemicals can provide. Organized into two parts, this book addresses the types of nanohybrid fungicides and general applications, commercialization, and remediation. Furthermore, nanohybrid fungicides represent an exciting new frontier in plant pathology. Their ability to enhance the efficacy of conventional fungicid...

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It’s kitten season in Cambridge, and the results can be murder.Becca is coming home from her job at Charm and Cherish when she sees a kitten dodging cars on Mass Ave. She follows, only to see the kitten run down an alley. Becca follows when suddenly a bright light illuminates what turns out to be a dead-end. Before her, a strangely familiar body is on the ground--her ex boyfriend, Jeff. And right beside Jeff, the kitten is staring back at her....

Sometimes it's easy to simply say the words of the Psalms without really praying them. Our minds are so easily distracted by the many cares of the world. But what if you discovered that these sacred prayers relate directly to your concerns? Here is the book that will help you read the Scriptures with devotion even when you're struggling, pray with your heart, and find consolation in God's Word speaking into your life. Dr. James Papandrea provi...

As Nick Reagan hunts down the terrorist mastermind, The Handler, he uncovers corruption at the highest levels of government—perhaps even within his own CIA.Nick Reagan and his team of talented CIA operatives have managed to prevent three horrific attacks planned by the ruthless terrorist known worldwide as The Handler. Cunning and resourceful, The Handler has eluded capture, and now Reagan is determined to track him down. As he assembles clues...

Bridging Knowledge Cultures is a comprehensive exploration of how knowledge is understood, constructed, validated, and utilized in both academic and community settings. It goes beyond theoretical examination by providing practical recommendations to construct "bridges" that connect diverse forms of knowledge.

Bridging Knowledge Cultures is a comprehensive exploration of how knowledge is understood, constructed, validated, and utilized in both academic and community settings. It goes beyond theoretical examination by providing practical recommendations to construct "bridges" that connect diverse forms of knowledge.

Thousands of migrants die every year in the seas for varying reasons. This book addresses the problem from the perspective of international law, hoping to eradicate the problem of migrant deaths at sea.

Based on the true story of a young Polish peasant woman who comes to America in 1921 under an arranged marriage, Catherine’s Dream is a testament to the power and possibility of nurturing one’s dreams against all odds.

This book is intended as an overview of this complex and dynamic body of law. While it should prove a valuable resource to both seasoned and novice practitioners, compliance professionals, and students, it is neither a substitute for-nor should it be relied upon as-legal advice in the context of specific transactions"--

[This book] is about the legal challenges to fostering better policing in the cities and communities of this nation. Issues of public safety and the call for tougher police practices can often be seen differently through the eyes of different communities. There is little debate that most communities want to be safe in their persons and their homes. There is much debate about how we as a nation can get to a place where communities feel secure i...

A special box set for the complete Eisner-nominated, bittersweet sci-fi romance manga series that became a NYT bestseller and inspired an anime! For the first time ever in English, this hit manga will be presented in its original format of 7 single volumes, now contained in a beautiful box. Also includes a set of 8 postcards!On the day that Naho begins 11th grade, she receives a letter from herself ten years in the future. At first, she writes...