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Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851) will forever be known as the author of one of the all-time great Gothic novels, Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus (1818). In 1824, she published her essay "On Ghosts", which offers a personal glimpse into her own opinions and experiences. This edition includes a new preface with historical context and an excerpt from M.G. Lewis' 1796 work The Monk: A Romance that Shelley references in "On Ghosts".

Edith Wharton (1862-1937) was brilliant, well-educated, well-read, well-traveled, privileged, and prolific. Wharton was, one might say, an influencer of her time. Her body of work encompasses 15 novels, seven novellas, 80-plus short stories, poems, plays, and nonfiction writings spanning travel, design, criticism, war articles, and a memoir. In 1921, she was the first woman awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Literature for her most famous novel, The Age of Innocence.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (also known as ADHD) is a disorder that occurs in kids, teens, and adults. This book focuses on what exactly ADHD looks like in adults. An estimated 11.3 million adults in the United States alone have been diagnosed with ADHD. Many adults went undiagnosed as kids and like me have no idea why they acted a certain way or had such difficulties in certain areas.

Positive affirmations are defined as: statements that affirm something to be true, or positive phrases that a person repeats to themselves to describe how or who they want. Affirmations can help in so many different areas of life, it’s truly amazing. Affirmations can also be used to increase your awareness of your positive attributes and reinforce your confidence in yourself.

Nobody wakes up one day and decides they want to have an eating disorder. And eating disorders are certainly not about getting attention or vanity. It is not a “lifestyle” or “choice” you make. Depression and/or anxiety often coexist with an eating disorder, making it all the more problematic. Experts believe those who suffer with eating disorders have a chemical imbalance in their brain with a lack of serotonin.

Nobody grows up hoping to become divorced one day. It’s not something either party dreams of when they prepare to walk down the aisle. But the honeymoon phase always ends. What we know as our life can change in the blink of an eye. Things can be going smoothly, and just as we want them to, when out of nowhere we get news that shatters our world as we know it.

Why is Arizona one of the best-known places to see a tremendous variety of birds? Where can I see roadrunners or other birds in Arizona? What is the state bird of Arizona? 50 Things to Know About the Birds in Arizona by Author Jessica Dumas offers an elegant approach to finding the most beautiful and varied species of birds on the continent. Here we present you with the regional view of the state and help you to locate the habitats and special locations near your travel destination.

We are all familiar with worries and anxieties. Worrying can be beneficial when it motivates you to act and solve a problem, but unrelenting doubts, fears, and negative possibilities can take over your mind, affecting your ability to manage your daily life and wellbeing, as well as your sleep and appetite, social life, and ability to concentrate. But it doesn't have to be this way; there are ways to break free from the cycle of negative thoughts and emotions.

Eat Like a Local - Texas, by Cara Firestone, offers the inside scoop on food and drink in the Lone Star State. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

Still naïve and gullible, our kids will easily decide to talk to strangers unaware that it could put them in a dangerous situation. Our job is to teach kids to make the right choices. Little Emma decides to trust an unknown lady who offered her candy. Luckily, she has three puppy friends who will smell the danger. With the help of Lola, Cici, and Hooch, Emma's mother will find her daughter and bring her home safely.

Fall into a world of wonder as it feels like you are standing right beside the character. From sprinting away from hoards of green-glowing skeletons to a simple kiss that could sweep you off your feet. Feel the goosebumps on your arms as you hear the deafening sound of doom walking towards you. This short story collection offers a variety of unknown worlds to humankind.

Camping Stories for Kids is a unique collection of entertaining, educative, and camping stories. Each short story stands alone and takes the listener on a brand new camping adventure. The stories are sure to help expand your kids’ vocabulary and teach them about integrity, honesty, love, and more.

Cleansing yourself of all negative influences in your life in order to focus on your ambitions. Setting and attaining goals in this simple yet inspirational thought process. Reach new heights, be inspired, and most of all, get ready to make a change!

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Ocala. Greater than a Tourist: Ocala Florida USA by author Kailey Lentsch offers the inside scoop on the Horse Capital of the World.

Assuming that you have already done your research on this topic, you have most likely stumbled upon different pieces of evidence that elaborate on the positive impact of Alkaline diet. The basic concept of the Alkaline diet follows an ideology that believes that the human body turns into a very healthy metabolic machine when acidic (acid forming) foods are completely replaced with Alkaline based ones.

Just Another Halloween is a unique, rhyming storybook that takes kids on a brand-new Halloween adventure and unveils the story of Mason, a town where humans and supernatural beings have lived together in peace for hundreds of years. Little ones will love listening to this audio and finding entertaining Halloween characters inside.

50 Things to Know About Being an ESL Teacher, by author Tammy van der Westhuizen, offers a comprehensive guide to the whole process of becoming an ESL teacher from start to finish. Most books on ESL teaching focus mainly on one aspect of the vast area of ESL teaching, but this book includes advice and tips both inside the classroom and before and after you sign your teaching contract. Moving to a new country to start a new job is daunting, so you need to be thoroughly prepared to make that decision, which could be the best decision of your life.

The basic concept of the alkaline diet follows an ideology that believes that the human body turns into a very healthy metabolic machine when acidic (acid forming) foods are completely replaced with Alkaline based ones. Without any prior knowledge, this is a concept that might seem a little bit hard to believe at first, but scientists all around the world are proving it otherwise! In fact, the positivity of this alkaline diet has been proven to the extent that it can even fend of diseases such as cancer.

My company has had enormous success conducting notary public preparation courses for over a decade. Our growing list of clients include Fortune 500 companies, governmental institutions, as well as numerous community businesses and organizations. As an active member of several related associations, we are current on all pertinent legal issues pertaining to notary public laws.

The foods we eat have a major effect on our health and quality of life. Eating a well-balanced diet that includes nutrient-rich foods is a key component to achieving optimal health and has been shown to reduce the risk of some chronic diseases. Although no single food can offer all the nutrition we need, there are a few foods that deserve special recognition. These power-packed gems, which have been coined “superfoods”, are like nature’s medicine!