All around the world people are affected by and in awe of a full moon. In this poetic exploration of the lunar wonder, places near and far provide the backdrop for discovering celebrations, beliefs, customs and facts about the moon. From Broadway to Hong Kong to the International Space Station, the various perspectives, sparkling verses and depth of information create a fascinating rendering of a familiar, yet remarkable sight.

A tribute to Henry Hudson's discovery of the river that bears his name recounts how the historical explorer defied commission orders to find an eastern passage to China by redirecting his voyage along the coastline from Spanish Florida to the Grand Banks, an effort that laid a foundation for New York's establishment as a global capital. Reprint.

Intended for the two-semester, upper division undergraduate Classical Mechanics course, Intermediate Dynamics provides a student-friendly approach. The text begins with an optional review of elementary physical concepts and continues to an in-depth study of mechanics. Each chapter includes numerous accessible exercises that help students review and understand key material while rigorous end-of-chapter problems challenge students to find solutions based on concepts discussed in the chapter. Additional computer problems are offered at the end of each chapter for those who would like to utilize numerical techniques.

This book combines magic and psychotherapy to produce affirmative transformations in one's life. Dr. Riggs-Bergesen has seen proven results in her private psychology practice, and her wide following speaks of the public response this book can expect. Candle Therapy reads like a cookbook and contains over 100 step-by-step instructions for love healing, sending the message of love, building confidence and self-esteem, and personal growth.

World Peace: A Possible Dream by: Janie Guy Winter Janie Guy Winter will fascinate your mind through her Xlibris release. It is so UNIQUE, no matter kind of book you prefer, you will delight in its innovative literary approach. Safe to say, there is something for everyone in these pages. As ambitions as the topic is, its message might be the epiphany we are all looking for... whatever outcome, it’s a great read. It is a zany "soufflé" of humor, wit, gladness, and sadness through the eyes of today's times and yesterday’s nostalgia. Its fascinating style juxtaposes hilarity and seriousness and weaves these two opposites into a mind blowing experience. The book covers a cornucopia of information from past to present: including historical facts, personal stories, and ideas your imagination will love. It will leave your mind reeling with wonder! It presents the alarming societal and political problems (even dealing with the nuclear danger dilemma) that people struggle with everyday and puts a spin of realism and humor on them. As a whole, it inspires the readers with the feeling that changing the world is not impossible and that miracles of thinking can influence the whole of humanity leaving the reader with a viable vision of peaceful coexistence. “My hope is that this awakening will lead to a new universal international mindset, and this new universal international mindset will overcome the current way of seeing war, forever deleting war as an option to solve anything,” says the author.World Peace inspires readers with the knowledge that a beautiful, peaceful existence will soon be realized once the world’s ‘pioneers of peace’ are born. It is so enjoyable; you won’t want to put it down! For Kindle users, you may download the Kindle version of this book on Amazon.com For Barnes and Noble Nook users, E-book purchased at Xlibris is also compatible with Nook Reader.

The attack on Utah Beach during the Normandy invasion was one of the most successful military operations ever undertaken, especially bearing in mind the complexities of such a massive air & seaborne assault. Joseph Balkoski describes the unfolding drama.