This book in the genre of Economic Theory & Schools of Thought, a little about the book In Spite of the Gods: The Rise of Modern India - As the world's largest democracy and a rising international economic power, India has long been heralded for its great strides in technology and trade. Yet it is also plagued by poverty, illiteracy, unemployment, and a vast array of other social and economic issues. Here, noted journalist and former Financial Times South Asia bureau chief Edward Luce travels throughout India's many regions, cultures, and religious circles, investigating its fragile balance between tradition and modernity. From meetings with key ...

This book in the genre of General & Miscellaneous Religion, a little about the book Enough!: A Buddhist Approach to Finding Release from Addictive Patterns - All of us are caught up in addictions?big or small. Enough! presents a practical path that releases us from the grip of negative habits and addictions that block a full and meaningful life. We can learn how to undo our habits and addictions, but to do this we have to first find their triggers. With the right techniques, we can disarm them and learn more effective ways for dealing with the pain that so often underlies our problem-causing behaviors. Without the support of effective methods, we are likely to return ...

This book in the genre of Witchcraft and Magic, a little about the book Spells for Tough Times: Crafting Hope When Faced with Life's Thorniest Challenges - Looking for some magical help for those unpredictable curveballs that life throws your way? Spells for Tough Times is a unique and comprehensive toolkit for coping with and rising above just about any difficulty—whether it's a minor annoyance, embarrassing quandary, or unexpected crisis. Refreshingly positive and practical, this magic book features over 150 easy-to-perform spells and rituals that address specific problems we all commonly face. Organized by major areas of ...

This book in the genre of Roman Catholicism, a little about the book United States Catholic Catechism for Adults - The presence of the Catholic Church in the United States reaches back to the founding days of our country through the leadership of Archbishop John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop in the United States. His story, like the stories at the start of each chapter in the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults, give us a glimpse into the lives of Catholics who lived out their faith throughout our country's history. Each chapter in the Catechism for Adults includes a story, teaching, application to U.S. culture, ...

This book in the genre of English Language Reference, a little about the book Words You Should Know - Lots of people need a quick and authoritative way to identify and define the most troublesome common words. The usual approach- stalling for time until you can grasp the context of what the person has just said-has its limits. If only there were a list, not of every word (after all, reading dictionaries is no one's idea of fun) but of the right words, the ones that are used frequently but don't quite register when you come across them. The Words You Should Know features straightforward, succinct definitions and ...

This book in the genre of Diet & Nutrition, a little about the book The Diet Detective's Calorie Bargain Bible: More Than 1,000 Calorie Bargains, in the Supermarket, Kitchen, Office, Restaurants, Movies, Special Occasions and More - In The Diet Detective's Count Down, public health advocate Charles Stuart Platkin broke down thousands of popular foods into their 'exercise equivalents: -the time it took to walk, run, swim, bike or dance off their calories. Now, Platkin takes his philosophy one step further and helps readers make wise choices about the food they eat at home, in the grocery store, and in fast food and family restaurants. Platkins explains that readers don't have to completely revolutionize their diets or discard the foods that ...

This book in the genre of General & Miscellaneous Law, a little about the book More Guns, Less Crime: Understanding Crime and Gun Control Laws, Third Edition - On its initial publication in 1998, John R. Lott’s More Guns, Less Crime drew both lavish praise and heated criticism. More than a decade later, it continues to play a key role in ongoing arguments over gun-control laws: despite all the attacks by gun-control advocates, no one has ever been able to refute Lott’s simple, startling conclusion that more guns mean less crime. Relying on the most rigorously comprehensive data analysis ever conducted on crime statistics and right-to-carry laws, the book directly ...

This book in the genre of unknown, a little about the book Atlanta, Birmingham & Coast - A history of the Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad as it was evolved to become the Atlanta, Birmingham and Coast Railroad, to its present day inclusion in CSX Railroad. Book contains several hundred pictures and illustrations of equipment and structures as well as detailed information about them.

This book in the genre of Health - Diseases & Disorders, a little about the book Heart 411: The Only Guide to Heart Health You'll Ever Need - The definitive guide to heart health from two of America's most respected doctors at Cleveland Clinic, the #1 hospital for heart health in America. Are you one of the eighty-two million Americans currently diagnosed with cardiovascular disease—or one of the millions more who think they are healthy but are at risk? Whether your goal is to get the best treatment or stay out of the cardiologist’s office, your heart's health depends upon...

This book in the genre of Astrology & Divination, a little about the book The Lakota Sweat Lodge Cards: Spiritual Teachings of the Sioux - This book and beautifully illustrated deck draw on the ancient Lakota ritual of healing and purification known as the sacred Inipi, or sweat lodge ceremony, which has existed in the Lakota culture for thousands of years. The cards and accompanying book comprise a self-contained and highly original system that will help you harness creative energies to deal with issues that are of concern in your life. Used for self-discovery rather than divination, the cards gently guide you toward inner growth and self-knowledge...

This book in the genre of Financial Markets, a little about the book Emerging Markets For Dummies - A comprehensive explanation of emerging markets In this global economy, it is important to understand the power that other countries possess, and how they can affect the global market and your investment portfolio. Emerging markets represent about 75% of the world's land mass and, with population growth that is 5 times faster than in developed countries, are home to over 80% of the global population. Emerging Markets For Dummies provides you with the information you need to ...

This book in the genre of Strings - Sheet Music & Songbooks, a little about the book Metallica - Black - (Play It Like It Is). Matching folio to their critically acclaimed self-titled album. Includes: Enter Sandman • Sad But True • The Unforgiven • Don't Tread on Me • Of Wolf and Man • The God That Failed • Nothing Else Matters • and 5 more metal crunchers.

This book in the genre of Comics & Graphic Novels, a little about the book Omamori Himari, Volume 5 - Trapped in a pint-size body thanks to the machinations of Kuesu Jinguuji, the dejected Himari is stuck in a rut as she tries to come to grips with her new, weaker form. But she doesn't have long to mope, as her former ayakashi opponent, the hinoenma Ageha, steals Yuuto away to have her way with him! With Shizuku's help, the buxom cat-spirit guardian of the Amakawa demon-slayer family awakens to her calling and rushes to the side of her lord! But while Yuuto has Himari to protect him, who will protect Himari and ...

This book in the genre of Criminal Law & Procedure, a little about the book Until Proven Innocent: Could the real-life Kojak help save a man from the electric chair? - The prosecutor was no longer sure both murder defendants were guilty. So he asked his dad -- the real-life Kojak. The Miami Herald: '[Brian] Cavanagh called on his father for help. Three decades ago, as a New York City detective, Thomas Cavanagh became famous clearing a man accused of a Manhattan murder. ...

This book in the genre of unknown, a little about the book Sunset With A Beard - A girl who can bring any object to life with her kiss, a disease that causes people to melt into rainbow-swirling liquids, a world where people need to carry their souls around in little jars, a farmer with nails for eyes who grows a crop of human hands, a war against aliens from the afterlife, a girl who has living worlds tattooed on her arms, and a man who arrives in New York City to discover that all of the inhabitants are missing their mouths. 'Sunset with a Beard' is Carlton Mellick III's first collection of...