These sumptuous new hardback editions mark the 70th anniversary of Fitzgerald's death. Jay Gatsby is the man who has everything. Everybody who is anybody is seen at his glittering parties. Day and night his Long Island mansion buzzes with bright young things drinking, dancing and debating his mysterious character. For Gatsby - young, handsome, fabulously rich - always seems alone in the crowd, watching and waiting, though no one knows what for. Beneath the shimmering surface of his life he is hiding a secret: a silent longing for the one thing that will always be out of his reach. And soon this destructive obsession will force his world to unravel.

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New from Critical Role’s smash-hit campaign the Mighty Nein! The saga of Exandria’s famous adventurers continues in this second collection of art, narrative, and lore from the cast of Critical Role, as well as the Critter community! The Chronicles of Exandria: The Mighty Nein Part Two follows Critical Role’s Mighty Nein campaign from their adventures in Xhorhas, to encounters with the Kryn and the Bright Queen, to discoveries at the Cinderrest Sanctum and in the belly of the Behemoth, all the way to events at the Whitedawn Lagoon. Clocking in at over 300 pages, this gorgeous hardcover documents the adventures and revelations of the Mighty Nein from their adventures in Exandria.

The explosive YA thriller, with over 5 million TikTok views and counting... From the author of Last One To Die. The students at Morton Academy are high-achievers, selected based on academic excellence. So when a series of murders target the school's brightest and best, the pressure is on. Someone is determined to stop at nothing to clear their path to the top. But who is it? And can they be stopped? A high-school slasher with a lethal twist, p erfect for fans of Karen McManus, Holly Jackson and Gossip Girl. Have you read Cynthia Murphy's thrilling debut Last One to Die? Cynthia's new novel, The Midnight Game, is out now.

"Long Green: The Rise and Fall of Tobacco in South Carolina" ist die erste umfassende Geschichte der Bright Leaf Tabakkultur in South Carolina, die in den letzten fünfzig Jahren veröffentlicht wurde. Das Buch untersucht die Entwicklung und den Rückgang des Tabaks von den Anfängen in der Kolonialzeit bis zu seiner Blütezeit um die Jahrhundertwende. Es beleuchtet die Auswirkungen der Depression, des New Deals, des Zweiten Weltkriegs und die aktuellen Kontroversen über die Gesundheitsrisiken des Rauchens. Die Herausforderungen der Pee Dee-Bauern im Kampf gegen grosse Hersteller und ihre Reformversuche werden ebenso behandelt wie die Rolle der Tri-State Cooperative in den 1920er Jahren. Technologische Revolutionen nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg und die damit verbundenen wirtschaftlichen Schwierigkeiten aufgrund der negativen Wahrnehmung des Tabakkonsums werden ebenfalls thematisiert. Das Buch bietet Einblicke in die Erfahrungen älterer Landwirte und Lagerhausbesitzer und spekuliert über die Zukunft der Tabakkultur. "Long Green" ermöglicht es den Lesenden, die Bedeutung dieser Cash Crop in der Geschichte und Wirtschaft von South Carolina und dem amerikanischen Süden besser zu verstehen.

Von der gefeierten Autorin von "Long Bright River" und "Heft" kommt ein Roman, der uns einen Blick hinter die Kulissen der Musikindustrie ermöglicht. Liz Moore zeigt uns die inneren Abläufe einer Branche, die uns seit Jahrzehnten fasziniert. In diesen vierzehn miteinander verbundenen Episoden treffen wir auf eine Vielzahl von Charakteren aus allen Ecken der Branche, die wir glamourisieren. Da ist der arrogant coole, sechsundzwanzigjährige A&R-Mann; die aufstrebende junge Singer-Songwriterin; der etablierte, arenafüllende Rockstar am Rande einer Midlife-Crisis; die typ-A-Frauenchefin mit dem vollen sozialen Kalender; und andere wiedererkennbare Figuren. In den eleganten Büros, hochmodernen Tonstudios und schäbigen Clubs im Zentrum von New York bietet "The Words of Every Song" eine Authentizität, die aus Liz Moores eigenen Erfahrungen schöpft, und verleiht der Darstellung der Musikindustrie und ihrer Bewohner einen Insiderblick. Liz Moore ist die Autorin der gefeierten Romane "Heft" und "The Unseen World". Sie ist Preisträgerin des Rom-Preises für Literatur 2014 und lebt in Philadelphia.

Sir Walter Raleigh was one of the brightest stars in the Elizabethan firmament. Born into relative obscurity in rural Devon, he grew up in the company of smugglers and fishermen, listening to stories of voyages to far-flung lands. His lust for adventure was to take him from the bloody battlefields of Europe to the colonies of the New World and on the dazzling court of Good Queen Bess. He was a naval commander against the Spanish Armada and led two expeditions to South America in search of El Dorado. This is the story of his relationship with the two women who dominated his life: Elizabeth, his queen, and Bess, her lady-in-waiting and his secret wife.

'Unquestionably one of the brightest-burning talents in the constellation of science fiction' The New York Times Written under the pseudonym James Tiptree Jr., the pioneering and outlandish tales of Alice B. Sheldon are some of the greatest science fiction short stories of the twentieth century, telling of dystopian chases, alien sex and the loneliness of the universe. 'What her work brought to the genre was a blend of lyricism and inventiveness, as if some poet had rewritten a number of clever SF standards and then passed them on to a psychoanalyst' Brian Aldiss 'Feminist dystopian fiction owes just as much to this woman - who wrote as a man - as Margaret Atwood' Vox

It was Benjamin Postlethwaite's job all his long life to make sure the light shone brightly high up in the lighthouse on Puffin Island. Not once in all his years as the lighthouse keeper had he ever let his light go out. But sometimes even the brightest light on a lighthouse cannot save a ship. This is a story of a life-changing friendship, a lost puffin, and a lonely artist. It's the story of an entire lifetime, and how one event can change a life forever. From masterful storyteller, Michael Morpurgo, and world-class illustrator, Benji Davies, comes a magical new story. This truly beautiful tale will enchant readers of all ages.

How can you distinguish between planets and stars in the night sky? Is that bright, sparkling object a star or is Venus winking? Is that red object really Mars? This new book from the author of "Dot to Dot in the Sky: Stories of the Stars" is a unique astronomy resource designed for parents and children to use together. Each colorful chapter focuses on a specific planet (even Earth) and shares the myths that have come to be associated with it. Each chapter also features Planetary Notes, tips for observing the planet in the sky, and informative sidebars with planetary facts and dates in the history of planet gazing and discovery.

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The third book in an engaging, dip-in series all about worries, themed by age as worries change as children get older. A reassuring, practical new series to help children build coping skills and resilience. What if I hear a strange noise? What if a babysitter is coming? What if I don't get invited to a party? Packed with helpful tips to help 7 year olds think about their fears and learn how to soothe them, this book is an ideal starting point for parents to start conversations about worries. 30 questions and answers cover topics from school, trips to the park and visiting friends to sport, performing and going to the shops - delivered with warmth, empathy and gentle humour. With bright, engaging and gently humorous illustrations from rising star Samara Hardy. Perfect for fans of A Huge Bag of Worries, Worrysaurus, Poppy O'Neill's Don't Worry, Be Happy and You're a Star and Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series. Consultancy by expert Educational Psychologist Dr Miquela Walsh, DEdPsych, MsC (Dist), BSc (Hons), PCPC accredited.

Diploma Thesis from the year 2009 in the subject Tourism - Hotel Management, grade: 1,5, Euro-Business-College Bonn, language: English, abstract: 1 New York - more than a city that never sleeps 1.1 Problem situation In spite of the financial crisis, the United States of America is one of the most popular countries to visit for Germans, in the past and present. Several reasons account for this positive effect. First of all, the consistently weak U.S. Dollar compared to the strong Euro is a tourist magnet. The new political image in the person of President Obama should not be underestimated, either. Another reason is the dropping of airline prices to popular destinations within the United States (Fischer, 2009). Clearly in the lead is the destination New York City (NYC), as number one visited destination in the country. This is especially true with the explosion of the phenomenon known as 'shopping tourism', which is captured in the growing amount of visitors' spending. After having surpassed Orlando and Las Vegas in 2007, in terms of visitors' spending, New York City set a new record in 2008 by recording $30 billion dollars spent only by visitors (Heywood & Spell, 2008a). The importance of this industry is emphasized by Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor of New York City: "Despite the economic challenges all cities are facing, tourism remains a bright spot for New York City, with 47 million visitors spending $30 billion here in 2008, the highest totals we've ever achieved. (...) The number of overseas travelers coming to New York City continues to rise, and now roughly a third of all who come to the United States (U.S.) come to New York." (Heywood & Spell, 2008a). Not all destinations can register overseas visitor numbers in the dimensions that New York City can. Reflecting the media image and the author's own perception, in Germany, New York is perceived as 'the city that never sleeps'. New York State (NYS), however, might not notice much of the tourist boom taking place in its largest city. It might be difficult to say at this point that New York State is not recognized as a travel destination in Germany, but it is a fact that the State's overseas visitor numbers are far from the statistics for New York City. Thus the question arises, whether the State can jump onto the train the City is driving. 1.2 Purpose and conception of the thesis This thesis is concerned with the tourism destinations of New York City and New York State for the German market. The objective is to expose possible potential to achieve positive synergy effects for both destinations by the means of Cross-Marketing.

Discover beautiful photos of some of the world's most iconic cities after dark. Includes sunset in Sydney, Asian cityscapes, blue hour in Europe, Christmas in New York City and many more. CALVENDO offers a large selection of photo calendars for a wide range of topics. Just pick and choose a family planner that fits your kitchen! Our beautiful calendars are also perfect gifts for friends and family. 14 Pages Including 1 Cover | 12 Months Featuring Beautiful Images (Top of Page) and Big Dated Grid for Notes (Below Image) | 1 Index Page | Size Closed: 12 x 12 Inch, Opened: 12 x 24 Inch This calendar was re-released this year with the same images and new dates. Illustrations:January: Dubai February: Vancouver March: Stockholm April: Seattle May: San Francisco June: New York City July: Singapore August: London September: Sydney October: Seattle November: Singapore December: New York City LOTS OF SPACE – Big calendar grid for notes, appointments and to dos. Organising made easy! HANDY – Size closed: 12 x 12 Inch, opened: 12 x 24 Inch, days in five languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and Italian. BEAUTIFUL IMAGES – This planner is not only ideal for planning everyday life but also adorns your home. Perfect also for gifting! WORKS WITH ANY PEN – Use ballpoint pens, pencils or sharpies. Bright lights and iconic skylines, author: Paul Bonugli

David Halberstam’s masterpiece, the defining history of the making of the Vietnam tragedy "A rich, entertaining, and profound reading experience.”—The New York Times Using portraits of America’s flawed policy makers and accounts of the forces that drove them, The Best and the Brightest reckons magnificently with the most important abiding question of our country’s recent history: Why did America become mired in Vietnam, and why did we lose? As the definitive single-volume answer to that question, this enthralling book has never been superseded. It is an American classic. Praise for The Best and the Brightest “The most comprehensive saga of how America became involved in Vietnam. . . . It is also the Iliad of the American empire and the Odyssey of this nation’s search for its idealistic soul. The Best and the Brightest is almost like watching an Alfred Hitchcock thriller.” — The Boston Globe “Deeply moving . . . We cannot help but feel the compelling power of this narrative. . . . Dramatic and tragic, a chain of events overwhelming in their force, a distant war embodying illusions and myths, terror and violence, confusions and courage, blindness, pride, and arrogance.” —Los Angeles Times “A fascinating tale of folly and self-deception . . . [An] absorbing, detailed, and devastatingly caustic tale of Washington in the days of the Caesars.” —The Washington Post Book World “Seductively readable . . . It is a staggeringly ambitious undertaking that is fully matched by Halberstam’s performance. . . . This is in all ways an admirable and necessary book.” —Newsweek “A story every American should read.” —St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Bloomsbury presents Fizzlebert Stump and the Girl Who Lifted Quite Heavy Things by A.F. Harrold read by Joe Jameson Perfect for fans of Mr Gum and Roald Dahl, this highly successful and widely praised series featuring a boy, a circus and a lot of silliness is now available in a bright new package. 'Freewheeling frivolity' – Financial Times 'Once, and once only, there was a boy whose name was Fizzlebert.' Fizzlebert Stump lives in a circus and it's the great Circus of Circuses competition, but Fizzlebert Stump has no act. He's no longer the Boy Who Puts His Head In The Lion's Mouth (the lion retired) and putting his head in a crocodile's mouth instead didn't work out for some reason. Can Fizz find a new act in time? A story of circus rivalry, learning who you really are, and the problem of oddly shaped vegetables. Brilliantly bonkers and perfect for fans of Mr Gum and Lemony Snicket.

Escape to the Cornish seaside in the BRAND NEW instalment in Sarah Hope's gorgeous series - guaranteed to make your day brighter! Life begins outside your comfort zone... Book-keeper Megan has always lived life by a set of very rigid rules, but with impending divorce papers on the horizon, she throws herself into a new challenge. She finds solace and purpose in her volunteer work at a dogs' home but with finances tight, and soon-to-be ex-husband Lyle controlling her purse strings, she might have to trade the work for something more permanent. But spending her time in the fresh countryside air, Megan discovers a glimmer of hope for a new beginning, finding strength, love, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow - and maybe, even possibly, a new romance. A cosy and heartwarming romance set in the beautiful Cornish countryside, perfect for fans of Sarah Bennett, Jo Bartlett and Phillipa Ashley Praise for the Cornish Village series: 'There aren't enough words for how much I am absolutely loving this series, and this was another fabulous addition to it... This was so enjoyable and I devoured the pages really quicky.' Reader Review 'Another amazing beautifully written book!!' Reader Review 'This book had me hooked at the get go. It nearly had me in tears too' Reader Review 'I love the sense of community, coming together to help each other that is *so beautiful **in this series, that hope, love and friendship will always win out.' *Reader Review 'A gorgeous story and one I would definitely recommend. It is light-hearted but with some serious things as well.' Reader Review 'Loved this! I'm a huge dog lover so their stories totally tugged at my heart' Reader Review 'Loved the other two books in the Wagging Tails series and this one didn't disappoint ... Puddles stole my heart. Now I feel my life will not be complete without a Daschund' Reader Review 'Another great visit to all at the Wagging Dogs Home ... brilliant read as always' Reader Review

A Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor Book Winner of the Tomás Rivera Mexican Children’s Book Award Inspiring, reassuring, and beautifully illustrated, this new story from the creator of the New York Times bestseller Dreamers is the perfect gift for every child. A New York Times Best Children’s Book of the Year With the combination of powerful, spare language and sumptuous, complex imagery characteristic of her work, Yuyi Morales weaves the tale of a fawn making her way through a landscape that is dangerous, beautiful—and full of potential. A gentle voice urges her onward, to face her fears and challenge the obstacles that seek to hold her back. Child, you are awake! You are alive! You are a bright star, Inside our hearts. With a voice full of calm, contemplative wisdom, readers are invited to listen and observe, to accept themselves—and to dare to shout! In a world full of uncertainty, Bright Star seeks to offer reassurance and courage. Yuyi Morales' first book since her New York Times bestseller Dreamers explores the borderlands—the plants, animals, and insects that make their home in the desert, and the people who live and travel through this unique and beautiful part of the world. Created with a combination of techniques including hand-embroidered lettering, painting, sketching, digital paintings with textures from photographs of the Sonoran Desert, this stunning book is full of beauty—from the handwoven blanket of the endpapers through the last inspiring spread of young families facing their future with determination and hope. A Spanish language edition, Lucero, is also available. A People Magazine Best Kids Book of the Year A Washington Post Best Children's Book of the Year An NPR 'Book We Love!' A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Year An ALSC Notable Children's Book A CCBC Choice A CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book A CSMCL Best Multicultural Children's Book of the Year An Evanston Public Library Great Books for Kids pick!

Marvelous wonders await in this extraordinary garden book. From season to season, children follow the life of a garden as each page reveals new treasures hiding under lift-up flaps. Peek inside the curious tulip bulb and discover the peas inside a peapod. Watch a ladybug help with pesky aphids and search for ripe strawberries under the leaves. Rich in detail, Emma Giuliani's bright, immersive illustrations and flaps in fantastic shapes, sizes, and colors carry the reader into the enchanted world of gardening. Discovering different facets of the garden—fauna; flora, and the work necessary to help it grow and thrive—will delight gardeners of all ages.

Help Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose solve mysteries from A to Z! Kids love collecting the entire alphabet and super editions! With over 8 million copies in print, the A to Z Mysteries® have been hooking chapter book readers on mysteries and reading for years. Now this classic kid favorite is back with a bright new look! S is for Skeleton . . . It’s a bona fide mystery at Dink’s school! Someone has stolen Mr. Bones, the skeleton from the nurse’s office. Soon mysterious clues start showing up all over the school. Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose must follow the clues and put those old bones to rest.