New Releases by Larry Weinberg

*This first monograph on Sonja Du�-Meyer presents the development of a career in contemporary ceramic art now spanning over forty years Thanks to a conscious reduction in form and color, the ceramics by the Swiss artist Sonja Du�-Meyer (b. 1953) unfurl incredible expressive power. Their flowing silhouettes appear almost meditative, fixed points emerge in the light asymmetry of their forms, and a sophisticated play on light and shade develops. Surfaces, material, corpora and technique are interwoven through a minimalistic design concept that celebrates stillness and the concept of the void. Photographs of objects as well as exhibition views show vessels, objects and wall installations from 1992 to 2017. A particular highlight are works and ideas from the ceramic center Tajimi, where, as artist in residence, the artist engaged intensively with Japanese techniques. With exciting illustrations and informative essays, this first monograph on Sonja Du�-Meyer presents the development of a career in contemporary ceramic art now spanning over forty years.Text in English and German.

A large number of American franchise systems have, over the last 40 years, made Canada one of their chose international expansion targets. This new book, written by experienced Canadian franchise lawyers, will help you advise your clients who are considering expansion into the Canadian marketplace. The book outlines a host of important differences when comparing the business, law and practice of franchising in Canada and the United States, as well as the numerous similarities between the culture and law of both societies. Topics include: structuring and expansion to Canada; trade-mark and other intellectual property issues; the Canadian franchise agreement; franchise disclosure issues; privacy issues and dispute resolution and franchise litigation in Canada. The book also includes practice notes throughout the book, highlighting key points.

Have you heard about the boy whose grandfather came to call--from beyond the grave? Or the substitute teacher you''d never want in your school? Preteen readers will shiver and shake as they enjoy this collection of spine-chilling tales. By the best-selling author of Ghost Hotel.

A biography of the president who preserved the American Union during the Civil War.

Anna returns to the present with Rafe, a young escaped slave from the 1850s, but the two are forced to return to the past to unravel the mystery surrounding the death of Rafe''s mother.

Rebels assist Princess Leia in breaking free from an evil empire which is controlling the galaxy.

While Luke trains to become a Jedi Knight with the ancient teacher Yoda, his friends are captured by the Empire. Can Luke confront Darth Vader, lord of the dark side of the Force, and save his friends?

While hunting down his abusive stepfather, Jeremy, a streetwise runaway, is befriended by Aaron McAdam, whose passionate stand against hunting has made a bitter enemy of his neighbor, Albert Stroud. Suddenly, the dispute turns deadly, trapping Jeremy in the middle.

A monster assembled by a scientist from parts of dead bodies develops a mind of his own as he learns to loathe himself and hate his creator.

Join the funny forgetful bears and Santa for the most unforgettable holiday ever.

A collection of children''s books on the subject of bears.

Surveys the life of Benjamin Franklin, highlighting his work as an inventor and statesman.

Traces the life of the talented and determined athlete who broke the color barrier in major league baseball in 1947 by joining the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Describes, using the films of George Lucas as an example, the jobs of the various people, both in front and in back of the camera, that contributes to the making of a motion picture.

The animals in Paddlecab County are a little hesitant about giving Stuckey the porcupine what he wants for his birthday, a hug.

Wicket and other Ewoks try desperately to save Deej, who turns into an old man before their eyes and seems doomed to die.

Seeking revenge during a family feud, Woody Glover stalks the alleged killer of his brother, Del Scruggs, a quest that leads him to Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War and to a discovery of the consequences of war and the meaning of friendship.

When the photon-tube coffin carrying the remains of Spock indicates existing life, and his spirit appears to inhabit Dr. McCoy''s body, the crew of the starship Enterprise attempts a return trip to Genesis to search for their Vulcan friend.