Creating productive jobs for growing a labor force is both one of the world's greatest challenges as well as one of its greatest economic opportunities, and one of the most consequential global megatrends. Nowhere is the job creation challenge more acute than for young people in Africa. In response to this challenge and to also address Africa's ......
Amalia Kussner's Gilded Age Pursuit of Fame and Fortune
The riveting story of how one woman rose from simple beginnings to become one of the most sought-after miniaturists of the Gilded Age. Richly illustrated with over 70 photos, including color images of her rare surviving works.
No other female portrait artist had the notoriety or esteemed clientele that Amalia Kussner ......
In his new collection, acclaimed storyteller Tim Cotton waxes nostalgic. These are feel-good stories of simpler times, when folks got along with their neighbors and helped out a stranger who needed it, when kids played outside all day and drank from the hose when they were thirst; when a smile and a wave were the only social graces needed. In ......
Creating productive jobs for growing a labor force is both one of the world's greatest challenges as well as one of its greatest economic opportunities, and one of the most consequential global megatrends. Nowhere is the job creation challenge more acute than for young people in Africa. In response to this challenge and to also address Africa's ......
An Honest Conversation about Birth, Postpartum, and the Complex Transition to Parenthood
An invaluable resource before, during, and after childbirth that focuses on the parents' experience and well-being. The transformation to parenthood is arguably the most pivotal and vulnerable journey of a person's entire life. Despite this, pregnant and new parents are often only provided resources regarding how to care for their baby-not for ......
This revised edition of Hiking Indiana provides the latest information for hiking in the Hoosier State. Enjoy the richly diverse offerings throughout the state, from Indiana Dunes National Seashore on Lake Michigan to the rolling hills of Brown County State Park, from the banks of the Wabash River to the Charles C. Deam Wilderness in Hoosier ......
On Colorado's Western Slope, stunning geological features and awe-inspiring scenery create a unique hiking experience unlike any other. This revised edition of HikingColorado's Western Slope provides concise descriptions and detailed maps for over 50 of the state's finest trails west of the Great Divide. Veteran hiker and author of Best Easy Day ......
Hiking Waterfalls Pennsylvania includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for some of the state's most scenic waterfall hikes. Hike descriptions include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. Hiking Waterfalls Pennsylvania will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, and from ......
Finding, Identifying, and Preparing Edible Wild Foods
This valuable reference guide will help you identify and appreciate the continually changing list of wild, harvestable treasures of Idaho. Inside you'll find: detailed descriptions of edible plants and animals; tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods; a glossary of botanical terms; full-color photos. Use Foraging Idaho as a field ......
