Sourcebooks jun 2015 (7 résultats)

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - From the author of the bestselling parenting book 1-2-3 MagicHomework wars can make school nights miserable for the whole family. In Homework, parents will learn several strategies to avoid homework hassles and make study time pleasant and productive.This Quick Reference Guide is perfect for busy adults who need expert parenting advice--fast.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - From the author of the bestselling parenting book 1-2-3 MagicWhen Parents Expect Too Much describes the 12 erroneous parental expectations that, according to experts, cause the most conflicts among parents and their children. Parents get overly upset when they believe their children's behavior is not only aggravating but also abnormal. This reference guide provides reassurance and behavior management suggestions for a dozen issues, including: - Tantrums- Potty training- Listening- Lying- Nap time- Sibling rivalryThis Quick Reference Guide is perfect for busy adults who need expert parenting advice--fast.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Acute psychological insight and a distinctive, spare, atmospheric style . Simenon ought to be spoken of in the same breath as Camus, Beckett and Kafka' Independent on Sunday In this classic novel, a woman's fears for her safety lead Inspector Maigret to a Paris suburb where he uncovers appalling family secrets 'Barely twenty-eight years old. But it would be difficult to look more like an old maid, to move less gracefully.those black dresses.that ridiculous green hat!' For six months the dowdy Cécile has been coming to the police station, desperate to convince them that someone has been breaking into her aunt's apartment. No one takes her seriously - until Maigret unearths a story of merciless, deep-rooted greed.'One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century' Guardian'Gem-hard soul-probes . . . not just the world's bestselling detective series, but an imperishable literary legend' Boyd Tonkin, The Times.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - As Seen on Masterpiece(TM) on PBS(R) Book 1 of the beloved Poldark seriesIn the first novel in Winston Graham's hit series, a weary Ross Poldark returns to England from war, looking forward to a joyful homecoming with his beloved Elizabeth. But instead he discovers his father has died, his home is overrun by livestock and drunken servants, and Elizabeth--believing Ross to be dead--is now engaged to his cousin. Ross has no choice but to start his life anew.Thus begins the Poldark series, a heartwarming, gripping saga set in the windswept landscape of Cornwall. With an unforgettable cast of characters that spans loves, lives, and generations, this extraordinary masterwork from Winston Graham is a story you will never forget.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - NOW A MASTERPIECE(TM) SERIES ON PBS(R)The second novel in the gripping Poldark Saga, a historical fiction series following the life and love of the Poldark family, perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Outlander. In the enchanting second novel in Winston Graham's beloved Poldark series, Demelza Carne, an impoverished miner's daughter, rescued by Ross Poldark from a fairground brawl, now happily finds herself his wife. But these historic and turbulent years put their romance to the test.As Ross launches into a bitter struggle for the right of the mining communities, Demelza's efforts to adapt to the ways of the gentry (and her husband) challenge her to rethink everything. When tragedy strikes and sows the seeds of rivalry between Ross and the powerful George Warleggan, will Demelza manage to bridge their differences before they destroy her marriage and her chance at happiness Amid the turbulent history of 18th century England, Demelza continues the Poldark family saga and sweeps readers into one of the greatest historical romances of all time.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Mystery crime fiction written in the Golden Age of MurderCapital Crimes is an eclectic collection of London-based crime stories, blending the familiar with the unexpected in a way that reflects the personality of the city. Alongside classics by Margery Allingham, Anthony Berkeley and Thomas Burke are excellent and unusual stories by authors who are far less well known. The stories give a flavour of how writers have tackled crime in London over the span of more than half a century. Their contributions range from an early serial-killer thriller set on the London Underground and horrific vignettes to cerebral whodunits. What they have in common is an atmospheric London setting, and enduring value as entertainment.Each story is introduced by the editor, Martin Edwards, who sheds light on the authors' lives and the background to their writing. …

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - A cache of diamonds is stolen in Phoenix. The prime suspect is former Maricopa County Sheriff Mike Peralta, now a private investigator. Disappearing into Arizona's mountainous High Country, Peralta leaves his business partner and longtime friend David Mapstone with a stark choice. He can cooperate with the FBI, or strike out on his own to find Peralta and what really happened.Mapstone knows he can count on his wife Lindsey, one of the top 'good hackers' in law enforcement. But what if they've both been betrayed Mapstone is tested further when the new sheriff wants him back as a deputy, putting to use his historian's expertise to solve a very special cold case. The stakes turn deadly when David and Lindsey are stalked by a trained killer whose specialty is 'suiciding' her targets.In depressed, post-recession Phoenix, every certainty has become scrambled, from the short hustle of the powerful real-estate industry to the loyalties Mapstone once took for granted. Could Peralta really be a jewel thief or worse The deeper Mapstone digs into the world of sun-baked hustlers, corrupt cops, moneyed retirees, and mobsters, the more things are not what they seem. Ultimately, Mapstone must risk everything to find the truth.High Country Nocturne is an ambitious, searing, and gritty novel, with a fast-paced story as hard-edged as the stolen diamonds themselves.…