Higgins: 1069 books

In Africa, with the expansion of coverage of primary education in recent decades, many of the remaining out-of-school children are in hard to reach areas, with low population density and poor transport. Providing access to education is challenging in such contexts, as the population in any village is...

The philosopher, theologian, and biblical scholar Austin Farrer (1904-1968) highlighted in his various writings the central role that images play in the interpretation of biblical writings, the construction of theological arguments, and the descriptions of the Christian spiritual life. Theologians...

Tara shares how she has worked hard to be as successful as Temple Grandin. Temple is her role model and while she shares certain things in common with Dr. Grandin she is also her own person who has her own specific wants, needs, and desires. Tara says it is important for children and teens with autism...

An earthquake has rumbled through the twisted city of Degringolade, stopping the town Kronometer and the infamous Phenomenals in their tracks. Legend has it that if the ancient clock stops ticking a terrible fate will befall the people of Degringolade, and there's no denying that the super-mundane...

The first reference on this emerging interdisciplinary research area at the interface between materials science and biomedicine is written by pioneers in the field, who address the requirements, current status and future challenges. Focusing on inherently conducting polymers, carbon nanotubes and...

The premier point-of-care Q&A guide to clinical cardiology – updated with the latest protocols and guidelines Cardiology Clinical Questions, Second Edition answers more than one-hundred of the clinical cardiology questions most frequently asked of the authors during consultation. The...

In this unprecedented era of revolutionary developments in clinical imaging, in no area of the body are dramatic breakthroughs better exemplified than in imaging of the heart. It is difficult for this writer to be objective about this work because he has watched its development in the exceptionally...

From the red grouse to the Ethiopian bush-crow, bird populations around the world can provide us with vital insights into the effects of climate change on species and ecosystems. They are among the best studied and monitored of organisms, yet many are already under threat of extinction as a result...

It is thought that the Portuguese Water Dog was bred by the Portuguese over 500 years ago. They were bred to be working dogs. Their goal was to help with fishing, which is why they do love to be in the water. Long ago, these dogs were able to herd and even catch fish. They were also able to move...

Las Vegas in Nevada’s Mojave Desert is the international center for entertainment, gambling and nightlife and remember, "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" in this theme park for adults. The Las Vegas strip is made up of lifelike replicas of international sights such as the Eiffel...

Greece is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations with year-round sunny weather, great nightlife, ancient sites and awesome beauty.  Greece has an extensive coastline, fantastic beaches and world-famous islands set in the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean Seas.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:...

Venice is known as the "Queen of the Adriatic," and this northeastern Italian city is an internationally acclaimed destination steeped in culture and history. Venice has magnificent basilicas, quaint palazzos, and serene promenades which hearken back to Renaissance times. Its gondolas and...

This medium-sided dog with great dark eyes is a true sporting companion and a dedicated family dog that has become very popular in the 20th century, in part because of the breed's adaptability to suburban life. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.

Linda Cartell, a high flier in the London Property Market, quits her position after the company sells out in a hostile takeover bid. She decides to chill out at her mother's highland holiday cottage, where a frightening encounter with Highland cows leads to her meeting a fascinating stranger who comes...