Great Learning

Behind every acclaimed work of literature is a trove of heartfelt decisions. The best authors put painstaking - sometimes obsessive - effort into each element of their stories, from plot and character development to dialogue and point of view. Veteran editor and teacher Richard Cohen draws on his vast reservoir of a lifetime's reading and his insight into what makes good prose soar.

The era after World War II saw America's urban planners treat the lives of city-dwellers with disdain. It spawned a philosophy of urban renewal that valued the efficient movement of cars more than it valued the lives of people, and that wiped out entire neighborhoods dismissed by bureaucrats as slums. Published in 1961, Jane Jacobs's The Death and Life of Great American Cities examines the shortsightedness and failure of this philosophy. The book turns away from strict statistical study and abstract planning theory in favor of observations.

Pocas décadas capturan la imaginación como la de 1920. Como tantas buenas historias, tuvo su comienzo a partir de una época de gran agitación y terminó de manera dramática. Lo ocurrido entre 1920 y 1929 ha pasado más allá de la historia y se ha convertido en leyenda. Las lecciones de la década de 1920 siguen siendo relevantes hoy. Muchos de los debates y temas de la época siguen siendo parte de la conversación nacional..

This is a true story of a woman who experienced such a profound awakening that she could no longer live the same life, the same way, again. She could no longer ignore the woman who was screaming to be set free from the ties that bound her to a life she no longer desired or recognized. The transformation to become the woman she really wanted to be propelled her forward on the most remarkable journey of self discovery she would ever take.

In this audiobook leading entrepreneur Judy Piatkus helps you focus on what you need to do in order to grow and develop your business into a great company. Her advice and guidance is based on her experience of building a world-class brand and growing her company through three global recessions.

Do you want to explore the mysteries of crystals? Would you like to achieve a healing power from crystals? Then this audiobook is for you. In modern times, many secrets of crystal healing have been forgotten, but crystal healing work has begun to grow in popularity. Crystals can aid in healing migraines, relieving anxiety, and more. Crystals have always been regarded as a source of power - and as a gift from the gods. Impressive no matter what their size, gems hold an aura of mystery and authority.

Here's the problem: In my work as a speaking coach people tell me all the time how much they dislike, even hate, speaking before others. And is it ever obvious when I sit in on their presentations... the shaky voices, the tense and uninspiring delivery, the red faces and off-putting body language.

Jesse James left behind his legendary outlaw life to raise a family. But the lure of his bank-robbing past was too difficult for him to resist. Listeners will be entranced by America's favorite outlaw and the story of his own past catching up with him.

Многие знания, которые мы считаем истинными, на самом деле являются ошибочными, а многие факты – лишь выдумкой. Уникальная аудиокнига расскажет Вам о великих стереотипах. Она разоблачает мифы про знаменитых людей, достопримечательности, природные явления и многие другие заблуждения, которые представляются нам абсолютной правдой.…

What is this? This is a way to get you from here to there! A no Bulls**t practical step-by-step guide on how you can and will create your heaven on earth. I can bring you to the door but it’s you who has to walk through it. This path is not for everyone. If you found me it may be the time for your greatest adventure of your life.

This is the one! Happiness is a simpler achievement than we ever thought possible. Not the crazy running around giggling type of happiness, but the kind that makes every day a great one. It makes them Super Great in fact. The Power of Super Great is set up in a format that emphasizes how to achieve happiness and why the method works over the longer storytelling format. It makes it a quick listen with a bit of story to keep the ideas fresh. The how-to sections in each chapter are well-written and easy to follow.

How to Have Great Looking Hands is a self-help guide to show a person how to achieve a fashion statement for any special occasion (from a dance to a job interview), how to choose a nail color for your skin tone, how a nail's shape can make your nails appear longer in length, and how to play with new techniques such as nail art. God bless!

We put together 35 amazing family favorites to share with you. Some of these tasty treats are quick and easy; some of the elaborate fine dining takes a while - but all of them are great. From a simple healthy salsa to amazing meatballs to perfect pizza, you will enjoy discovering these family treasures. Let me tell you a secret about making restaurant-quality recipes: some foods are meant to be enjoyed. Use fresh ingredients and follow the recipe completely the first time you make it. Don't rush.

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What's so great about Minnesota? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the North Star State! Explore Minnesota's wooded wilderness, 10,000 lakes, and rich history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Minnesota!

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Have you googled "How to pace a novel" and still haven't found the answer you're looking for? Pace, pace, pace! What is it exactly and how can you do it flawlessly? You may be writing your romance novel and in the fifth chapter there is a car crash. Should that scene's pace be different from your other scenes? Discover the answer in this informative audiobook.

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Say it isn't so! You are coming to the end of your novel...DUN, dun, dunnnnn...and now you have no idea what to write or what to do. How are you going to wrap up those loose ends in time (before the deadline of your debut novel)? I mean, brainstorming doesn't seem to work; inspiration from similar novels and the support of fellow authors doesn't seem to work. What, oh what, can a serious writer do in order to get the job done?

Our lives today are essentially the sum of our habits. How successful we are is usually defined by the good habits we have. Imagine how life would be if we start our days with all the good positive behaviors? We complete more tasks, spend more quality time with family, get a good workout, and learn new skills on a regular basis. We will definitely feel better about ourselves, and also be a good role model for others.