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A young witch thinks Valentine’s Day is way too mushy until she meets a boy who knocks her right off her broom in this hilarious and adorable companion to Arthur Howard’s Hoodwinked. Mitzi the witch and her kitten Hoodwink love all of the holidays except one: Valentine’s Day. It’s lovely-dovey, and witches only like things that are creepy-crawly. Then Mitzi meets Spencer. Spencer can wiggle his ears! He plays on the monkey bars upside down! And when he shoots milk out of his nose, Mitzi can’t look away. For the first time, she wants to make a valentine for a special someone. But what message will spell success and get her a valentine in return?

Happy birthday, Mr. Putter! “The humor in the illustrations as well as in the text will keep readers glued to the pages.”—School Library Journal (starred review) Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations. And that means he’s also too old for model planes and balloons and candles and cake. So on his special day, he invites Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke over for a quiet cup of tea. But—good heavens!—what could possibly be taking them so long to arrive? “Since the Mr. Putter & Tabby series began, its signature combination of storytelling, wit, and humanity have made it a staple of the beginning reader section.”—Booklist

“The amusing illustrations energize the story and add to the fun. An excellent choice for beginning and developing readers.”—School Library Journal (starred review) When Mr. Putter eats twenty-one pineapple jelly rolls, he ends up with a grumbling tummy. Worse, he can’t sleep! A midnight stargazing stroll with his cat, Tabby, seems to be just the cure—but could it be that Mr. Putter and Tabby aren’t the only ones who are still wide awake? This is the sixteenth in the delightful series by Cynthia Rylant, winner of a Newbery Medal and two Caldecott Honors. “Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.”—Publishers Weekly

“Gently humorous and with underlying messages of friendship and sharing, this is a good addition to the series.”—School Library Journal Mrs. Teaberry has persuaded Mr. Putter to sign up for the seniors’ marathon. First prize is golf clubs, but second prize is…a train set! Mr. Putter really wants that train set. Never mind that he can’t even touch his toes. Somehow, he has got to find a way to place second. But now, someone else is running the race—with four legs… “Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.”—Publishers Weekly

With gentle humor and a touch of magic, Arthur Howard reveals how true friendship sometimes turns up in the most surprising places.

Despite the objections of his very serious parents, Prince Ernest longs to become a jester, and this helps him in an encounter with a three-headed dragon.

People often act reflexively when faced with an ethical challenge. The necessity to make a fast decision leaves little time to think clearly. We get distracted by what our colleagues and others expect from us, and we make snap decisions that we regret. While most agree that outright lying, stealing, and harming are wrong, they seem to disagree about smaller compromises. This book argues that it''s better and more satisfying to choose instead of react, to understand distinctions instead of guess what is right for us, and to remain cognizant of the impact of ethical compromise on our effectiveness at work and our personal relationships. The chapters of this book offer lessons and practical tools to help readers: 1. Develop radar to identify the situations where we are forced to make ethical compromises; 2. Understand how to use solid ethical logic and principles to foster clear thinking; 3. Draft and refine a personal code of conduct, and make it practical for everyday use; 4. Go beyond ethical basics to using your personal code as a lever for making more consistent decisions and reducing stress in work and life. Many books about ethics discuss weighty and controversial issues that few of us deal with in daily life--abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment, animal rights. While these books are valuable, they are not so much tools for decision making as food for thought. This book, in contrast, focuses on one of ethics'' most insidious problems: our inability to make clear and consistent choices in everyday life. The practical tools and techniques in this book help readers design a set of personal standards, based on sound ethical reasoning, for reducing everyday compromises.

Arthur Platt Howard''s preface says it all. ""At some period during every man''s life he thinks he can make money by speculating on Wall Street. To such this book will prove valuable, not that it shows how to make money, but, rather, how to limit the losses."" Here are timeless words of wisdom for any aspiring investors, charmingly presented in the form of a rhyming A-to-Z book. A stylish illustration accompanies each letter of the alphabet.

All aboard for an eventful boat ride in this book by a Newbery Medal winner: “Adorable characters [and] delightful pictures.”—School Library Journal Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are itchy. Not because of fleas, but because it’s hot, they’re bored, and they’re out of orangesicles. So when their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, suggests a sightseeing cruise, they’re excited about an adventure. The boat makes them feel free! Plus they get orangesicles! But when it''s time to go home, there''s a little problem with Mrs. Teaberry’s good dog, Zeke… The nineteenth Mr. Putter & Tabby book has all the sly, sweet humor that has made the series so popular. Cynthia Rylant''s perfect ear for rhythm and Arthur Howard''s comical illustrations continue to bring to life the quartet of characters kids know and love. Praise for the series: “Besides being wonderful fun, this is a great way to introduce new readers to the chapter-book format.”—Booklist

It’s back to school time, and some very special guests are coming to class! “These four neighbors are great company.”—Kirkus Reviews Dong! Dong! Dong! The school bell is ringing. The crispy fall wind is blowing. Mr. Putter wishes he could go back to school—even for just one day. Then he has an idea: How about a visit during show-and-tell with Mrs. Teaberry, Tabby the cat, and Zeke the dog? The teacher agrees, but there’s one problem. She and the students expect to see some pet tricks. Will Tabby and Zeke be able to deliver? “An amusing fall-flavored offering from the Mr. Putter and Tabby series that’s good for reading aloud or reading alone.”—Booklist

“Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.”—Publishers Weekly Mr. Putter knows what he likes, and dancing is not on the list. But his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry has been watching ballroom dancing on TV. She talks the reluctant Mr. Putter into coming along for an evening at the Crystal Ballroom, along with fine cat Tabby and good dog Zeke, of course. The ballroom is full of sparkles—and surprises… “Written with simplicity and understated humor…The young audience will enjoy seeing these familiar characters express themselves on and off the dance floor.”—Booklist

Sydney''s new elephant neighbors make a lot of noise upstairs, but she does not mind as much after she is invited to their parties.

“The chapters are short and satisfying…The antics of Tabby and Zeke will entertain young animal enthusiasts.”—School Library Journal Mr. Putter and Tabby love homemade soup. But when at last they have all the right ingredients to make some, they find that their treasured stove, Bessie, is on the blink! Luckily, their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, is happy to share hers. But watch out—her good dog, Zeke, would much rather play than cook… “Winsome and warmhearted, these books could become instant favorites.”—Publishers Weekly

Cosmo the dog discovers a special talent when he accidentally takes a nap on a skateboard.

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Discusses the political and economic aspects of each period as well as the social and cultural milieu, and includes a timeline, brief biographical notes on key players, and a bibliographic essay.

A six-year-old boy describes the things he liked when he was five and compares them to the things he likes now.

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Excerpt from The Life and Times of Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla The celebration this year in Mexico of the centennial of the Grito de Dolores has caused those who are interested in Mexican affairs to ask: What was the Grito de Dolores? and who was Hidalgo, that he should be called the Father of Mexican Independence? The answers to these questions that may be obtained from general histories are thoroughly inadequate and wholly unsatisfying at this period, when Mexico is receiving universal attention. Such histories present Hidalgo in the light of an insurrectionist, a fanatic perhaps, who had the temerity to lead a revolt against the regularly constituted Government of one of the Spanish dependencies in America, and whose public career was ended by the defeat of his cause and his own death within a year. They fail to show any relation between his insurrectionary movement and the establishment of a wholly factitious Mexican Independence eleven years later; nor do they reveal a relationship with constitutional government in Mexico, and the rise of a self-conscious commonwealth to a respected place among the nations of the earth. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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This book has something for the sailor, the doctor, and psychologist. Before the actual tale of the circumnavigation, the author explores the hidden reasons that motivated him to take this tremendous and risky step in his life. The sailing odyssey is described in enough detail that the would-be high-seas adventurer should get practical tips that would help him in his preparation.Any doctor, and those with enough stomach, will be amazed to read the details of obstetric practice in a black hospital during the Apartheid time in South Africa.The psychologist will get an insight into the author''s dysfunctional upbringing and struggles with the decisions of his life, many of which had negative repercussions.

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This regimental history is a revision and continuation up to 1910 of the printed Historical Record of the 17th Foot, published in 1848, by Richard Cannon of the War Office. Cannon produced a series of regimental histories in the mid-nineteenth century. The regiment was raised in 1688 by Colonel Solomon Richards for King James II, but a year later allegiance was switched to William III; its first Battle Honour was Namur, in 1695. The regiment was in N America during the War of Independence, then it was sent to the W Indies in the Wars of the French Revolution. In 1804 it went to India where it remained for twenty years, gaining several battle honours. In 1825 King George IV approved of the regiment bearing on its colours and appointments the figure of the Royal Tiger with the word Hindoostan superscribed, as a lasting testimony of the exemplary conduct of the corps during the period of its service in India, from 1804 to 1823. Hence the regimental nickname The Tigers. It was in the Crimea for 18 months from the end of 1854, and at the Siege of Redan Cpl Philip Smith became the first member of the regiment to receive the newly instituted Victoria Cross. In 1858 the 2nd Battalion was raised, though there had been a 2nd Battalion for three short years, 1799 to 1802. The 1st Battalion saw service in the Boer War. The story ends in 1910 with the 1st Battalion in Aldershot with a strength of 801 all ranks, the 2nd was in India (1,031 all ranks) where it had been adjudged the best regiment at arms (British regiments) at the 6th Divisional Assault at Arms, Poona. The final chapter is devoted to uniforms, equipment and the Colours (of the eleven colour plates two depict the Colours and the rest uniforms). Appendices list the succession of Colonels and give biographical details; give an account of the Siege of Londonderry in 1689 and the Battle of Sherriffmuir in 1715 and details of regimental silver and regimental music

Originally published in 1952, The Look of Maps documents Arthur H. Robinson''s pivotal observation that the discipline of cartography rests at the crossroads of science and art. Based on his doctoral research, this book attempts to resolve the apparent disconnect by covering a range of topics related to the visual characteristics of cartographic technique, including: lettering, structure, and color. Robinson offers advice that even the modern cartographer will find relevant: adopt a "healthy questioning attitude" in order to improve and refine the graphic techniques used to present information visually through maps. The Look of Maps is a classic text and an essential component to any cartographic library.

Gives a description of pattern analysis and explains how to apply it in an ecological context. The book aims to cover the various techniques of pattern analysis themselves, types of data for which they are suitable, the problems likely to be faced, and the best strategies to adopt.