Although his work has been restricted to the short story, the essay, and poetry, Jorge Luis Borges of Argentina is recognized all over the world as one of the most original and significant figures in modern literature. In his preface André Maurois writes: "Borges is a great writer who has composed only little essays or short narratives. Yet they suffice for us to call him great because of their wonderful intelligence, their wealth of invention, and their tight, almost mathematical style."
Decorate everything from jewelry to home accessories with designs so beguiling you'll be astonished that they're made from rolls of narrow paper strips. Some, such as a tight circle, are simple and quick; others are intricate, including a two-toned fringed flower. Showcase a photograph with an appealing sunflower garden mat, add pizzazz to an outfit with an eye-catching art deco pendant, enhance a Christmas tree with festive poinsettia ball ornaments,
Clad in a doeskin, alone and unafraid, she stood straight and proud before the onrushing forces of America's destiny: Sacajawea, child of a Shoshoni chief, lone woman on Lewis and Clark's historic trek -- beautiful spear of a dying nation. She knew many men, walked many miles. From the whispering prairies, across the Great Divide to the crystal capped Rockies and on to the emerald promise of the Pacific Northwest, her story over flows with emotion and action ripped from the bursting fabric of a raw new land.
The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board offers a massive cookbook dedicated to all manner of cheese recipes that cannot fail to convince even the most resolutely antidairy partisan that every kitchen must sport a refrigerator full of one of the world's oldest edibles.
Filled with despair over tragic news about their friends, Judd and Ryan set out for Israel to discover the truth. The trail leads them to a surprising find and into the hands of the Global Community. Back at home, Vicki, Lionel, and their friends plan to carry out another mission at Nicolae High, but not without great danger. What if they get caught? Will Vicki be sent back to the detention center now that Bruce is gone? Follow the growing Young Trib Force as they continue their heroic journey through the earth's last days. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
