Examines the life of Renaissance political theorist and author Machiavelli, looking at his ideas on power within the context of the times in which he lived, and discussing his outh, diplomatic career, imprisonment, the writing of "The Prince," and his later years as a scholar and historian.

"Through all their missions and adventures, the tightknit group of friends who make up the Sisterhood have learned one vital lesson: everybody has a weak spot. In the case of Yoko Wong's dear friend Garland Lee, the multimillion-selling performer known as America's beloved songbird, that weak spot was trusting her lawyer, Arthur Forrester. For years, he's taken advantage of her faith in him to amass a secret fortune. And now, in the deepest betrayal...

"Jack and Annie show readers how to survive their many thrilling adventures"--

Learning how to knit with your fingers is the best way to start crafting without cumbersome needles! All you need is some yarn and your hands to create modern and sophisticated knitted strands that you can use in any project around the house or everyday fashion. From jewelry and wearable accessories to wall art, gifts, and room decorations, Howell includes step-by-step instructions for project, which use yarn and other exciting materials such as paracord...

Traces the founding of the English colony at Jamestown, its struggle for survival, and its eventual decline.

Simple text and photographs explain the difference between a seal and sea lion.

In "Bikes on the Move" you'll learn about the coolest and most innovative bikes. Types featured include tough mountain bikes, fast racing bikes, and awesome lowrider bikes.

"The construct of race has always been used to gain and keep power, to create dynamics that separate and silence. Racist ideas are woven into the fabric of this country, and the first step to building an antiracist America is acknowledging America's racist past and present. This book takes you on that journey, showing how racist ideas started and were spread, and how they can be discredited"--Dust jacket flap. "A history of racist and antiracist...

"Defense attorney Mickey Haller is pulled over by police, who find the body of a client in the trunk of his Lincoln. Haller is charged with murder and can't make the exorbitant $5 million bail slapped on him by a vindictive judge. Mickey elects to defend himself and must strategize and build his defense from his jail cell in the Twin Towers Correctional Center in downtown Los Angeles, all the while looking over his shoulder, as an officer of the court...

Documents the history and origin of the Ku Klux Klan from its beginning in Pulaski, Tennessee, and provides personal accounts, congressional documents, diaries, and more.