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Hardback. Condition: Good. Where does creativity come from? And how do you harness it.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. ABOUT THE BOK Shortly before he published Walden; or Life in the Woods, Henry David Thoreau called The library a wilderness of books. He also noted that while Americans were clearing the forest in our westward progress, we are accumulating a forest of books in our rear, as wild and unexplored as any of nature's primitive wildernesses. In A Terrible Beauty: The Wilderness of American Literature, Jonah Raskin takes a long close look at the forest of books that poets, novelists and essayists mapped and explored before and after Thoreau. The first work of cultural criticism to look back at writing in the United States from the perspective of the contemporary environmental crisis, Raskin offers insights for students, teachers and lovers of literature as well as for backpackers and hikers who have trekked across untrammeled forests, deserts and mountains. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jonah Raskin has taught American literature at Sonoma State University, the State University of New York at Stony Brook and as a Fulbright professor at the University of Antwerp and the University of Ghent in Belgium. The author of fifteen books, he earned his B.A. at Columbia College in New York, his M.A. at Columbia University and his Ph.D. at the University of Manchester, Manchester, England. He lives in northern California and has written for The San Francisco Chronicle, The L.A. Times, The Nation, The Redwood Coast Review and Catamaran.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. New York Times bestselling author Jonah Lehrer ?unravels the mystery of mysteries? in this ?absolute delight? (Malcolm Gladwell) of a book that blends psychology, neuroscience, and anthropology to shine a new light on everything from the formulas of our favorite detective shows to the tricks of successful advertising campaigns and the calculated risks of the stock market.Why is mystery so compelling? What draws us to the unknown? Jonah Lehrer sets out to answer these questions in a vividly entertaining and surprisingly profound journey through the science of suspense. He finds that nothing can capture a person?s attention as strongly as mystery, and that mystery is the key principle in how humans view and understand the world. Whenever patterns are broken, we are hard-wired to find out why. Without our curiosity driving us to pursue new discoveries and solve stubborn problems, we would never have achieved the breakthroughs that have revolutionized human medicine, technology?and culture. From Shakespeare?s plays to the earliest works of the detective genre, our entertainment and media have continually reinvented successful forms of mystery to hook audiences. Here, Lehrer interviews individuals in unconventional fields?from dedicated small-business owners to innovative schoolteachers?who use mystery to challenge themselves and to motivate others to reach to new heights. He also examines the indelible role of mystery in our culture, revealing how the magical world of Harry Potter triggers the magic of dopamine in our brains, why the baseball season is ten times longer than the football season, and when the suspect is introduced in each episode of Law & Order. Fascinating, illuminating, and fun, Mystery explores the many surprising ways in which embracing a sense of awe and curiosity can enrich our lives.…

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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. One Christmas, a tiny owl stuck in the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree stole the hearts of the nation. Discover the true story in this heartwarming picture book from celebrated mother-son team Jonah and Jeanette Winter. Winter, Jeanette (illustrator).

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Paperback. Condition: Good. The three-thousand-year-old epic Ramayana chronicles Lord Rama's physical voyage from one end of the Indian subcontinent to the other and his spiritual voyage from Man to God. In Arrow of the Blue-Skinned God, anthropologist and journalist Jonah Blank gives a new perspective to this Hindu classic -- retelling the ancient tale while following the course of Rama's journey through present-day India and Sri Lanka. Ultimately, Blank's journey -- like that of Lord Rama -- evolves into a quest: to understand the chimerical essence of India itself, in all its overwhelming beauty and paradox. Quite possibly the most perceptive book that I have come across on India since the British Raj ended. -- Pranay Gupte, The Washington Post; What Hollywood attempted on the big screen with casts of thousands in Gandhi and A Passage to India, Jonah Blank has achieved in 350 stylistically rich pages. -- Los Angeles Times; This informative and entertaining book is something to be thankful for. -- The New York Times Book Review.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The only thing better than a cat? A cat in a sweater. Cats in Sweaters is a charming collection of photographs featuring felines modeling their favorite knits coupled with bios that highlight their quirky ?purrsonalities.? Raise your paws, claws, and whiskers ?cause it?s about to get crazy cute! Snuggly, ladylike, silly, and festive?all kinds of cute are represented. Among the fabulous felines you?ll fall for: Felix (nickname: Hunk O? Love): Despite a black belt in karate and a king?s wardrobe of bedazzled sweaters, this tender tiger can cuddle, snuggle, and wrap you in a hug before you can say ?Suspicious Minds.? #elvis4ever Codie (favorite TV show: Portlandia): Unafraid to get in touch with her inner fashionista, Codie enjoys shopping for vintage clothes and drinking herbal tea. #grrrls Topaz (cat-chprase: ?All good things come with sprinkles!?): This picture-perfect Pinterest dessert is the cutest cupcake you'll ever find. Ready to decorate with mason jars and DIY your wedding, Topaz is a pretty pinner looking for love amongst the crumbs. #pinterestgrlNikko (favorite song: anything on vinyl): Smart and serious, Nikko is ready to have a Starbucks peppermint latte and discuss the New York Times op-ed page. In his downtime, he?s all about Game of Thrones. #nyhipsterSurrendering to the sweetness and snuggles is your only choice.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The only thing better than a cat? A cat in a sweater. Cats in Sweaters is a charming collection of photographs featuring felines modeling their favorite knits coupled with bios that highlight their quirky ?purrsonalities.? Raise your paws, claws, and whiskers ?cause it?s about to get crazy cute! Snuggly, ladylike, silly, and festive?all kinds of cute are represented. Among the fabulous felines you?ll fall for: Felix (nickname: Hunk O? Love): Despite a black belt in karate and a king?s wardrobe of bedazzled sweaters, this tender tiger can cuddle, snuggle, and wrap you in a hug before you can say ?Suspicious Minds.? #elvis4ever Codie (favorite TV show: Portlandia): Unafraid to get in touch with her inner fashionista, Codie enjoys shopping for vintage clothes and drinking herbal tea. #grrrls Topaz (cat-chprase: ?All good things come with sprinkles!?): This picture-perfect Pinterest dessert is the cutest cupcake you'll ever find. Ready to decorate with mason jars and DIY your wedding, Topaz is a pretty pinner looking for love amongst the crumbs. #pinterestgrlNikko (favorite song: anything on vinyl): Smart and serious, Nikko is ready to have a Starbucks peppermint latte and discuss the New York Times op-ed page. In his downtime, he?s all about Game of Thrones. #nyhipsterSurrendering to the sweetness and snuggles is your only choice.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. On an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, The Great One. He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others. Colón, Raúl (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. On an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, The Great One. He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others. Colón, Raúl (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Fair. On an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, The Great One. He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others. Colón, Raúl (illustrator).…

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