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Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Anais Nin.

Provides in-depth analysis of the literary work Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, as well as its importance and critical reception. Includes a chronology of the life and works of the author.

Presents a chronological analysis of the career of Viennese psychologist Sigmund Freud, showing how the doctor's ideas developed over time.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Rumer Godden.

Examines the life and literary career of Jean Rhys and discusses how her professional and personal life are reflected in her writings.

"The Maya Empire became a thriving civilization between the third century and the seventh century CE, but by 900 CE war, drought, and disease wiped out most of its cities and the Mayan people were greatly reduced. Unfortunately, the greatest threat to their existence was yet to come, when the Guatemalan genocide would decimate those who remained in the1970s and '80s. The facts of the Mayans' story will be intertwined with profiles of individuals and in-depth looks at related topics. Readers will learn how to help those faced with genocide and understand a history that could otherwise repeat itself."--Provided by publisher.

An autobiography of New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen that includes a detailed account of the perfect game he pitched during the 1956 World Series.

"Dive into the realm of numbers like never before! This illustrated, explorative guide 0-100 is a numerical journey. Kids will learn about numbers in a brand new way, like the historical significance of the number three, how to write the number seven in Egyptian, which alphabets are made up of exactly 46 letters, and so much more. From history to language to science, you'll discover that numbers are used for more than just math!"--.