This monumental history asks the simple question: How did we end up in a war in Vietnam? To answer that question Fredrik Logevall traces the forty-year path that led us from World War I to the first American casualties in 1959. Using fresh archives in Washington Hanoi & Paris Cornell University Professor of History Fredrik Logevall shows how senior French & United States officials proved unwilling to confront reality in Vietnam despite having excellent intelligence information at their disposal & despite possessing their own private doubts about the prospects. & to an astonishing degree Embers of War shows how the problems Americans faced in Vietnam had been faced before them by the French. In Bernard Falls words Americans were dreaming different dreams than the French but walking in the same footsteps."" ...

I felt myself slipping away losing myself to the senses. Kiss me I whispered. violet Eden has only ever wanted to be with Lincoln. But when he reveals a secret so powerful it could tear them apart her world spins out of control. Then she meets Phoenix. Intense & beautiful violet is helplessly drawn to him... Caught up in a battle between light & dark
- where angels seek vengeance & humans are warriors
- violet must decide how much shes willing to sacrifice. & who she can love...

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Recently named the worlds chief clairvoyant Cassandra Palmer still has a thorn in her side. As long as Cassie & a certain master vampire
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Just when guardian Riley Jenson thought her life was getting back on track fate throws another curve ball. The alpha of her estranged pack
- & the man who tried to kill her by throwing her off a mountainside
- demands her help to find his missing granddaughter. Riley would love to refuse but if she does her mother dies. & if that isn't enough something is tearing humans to shreds & it's up to Riley to track down the killer before another soul is embraced by darkness

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Multi-million copy bestselling account of the author's near-death experience in which she recounts the people she met the truths she learned & the realities of the spirit world. This is one of the most convincing arguments for the existence of life after death & has filled countless people with hope. With a new afterword by the author. Betty Eadie died after an operation but was later to recover. It was during the intervening period of a few hours that she had what has been described as the most profound near-death experience ever. Her description of her experience is one of the most convincing arguments for the existence of life after death. Betty s story is both inspiring & moving. She came back from her experiences with an almost photographic memory & saw more perhaps than anyone has ever seen before. In Embraced by the Light Betty Eadie recalls the people she met the truths she learned & the magnificent realities of the spirit world. The message she was given during her near-death experience has filled countless people with hope & changed her life forever. Reading this fascinating dramatic & thought-provoking book may change yours too. ...

Daniel Tammet captivated readers with his bestselling memoir Born On A Blue Day & its vivid depiction of a life with autistic savant syndrome. In his fascinating new book Embracing the Wide Sky Daniel combines the latest scientific research with insights drawn from his personal experience to shed light on the mysteries of how our minds work & the incredible feats of which each one of us is capable. A unique & brilliantly imaginative portrait of how we think learn remember & create Embracing the Wide Sky is a profound & provocative book that will transform our understanding & respect for every kind of mind. ...

Nobody knows what will happen in the next moment of our lives. Whatever is in store for us the only thing we can be sure of is that nothing in life is certain. & since we all fear the unknown life's uncertainty can be a constant source of worry to us. But as bestselling author Susan Jeffers explains life doesn't have to be one worry after the next a steady stream of what ifs" & a constant attempt to create a secure haven for ourselves. In this title she emphasizes that an unknown future doesn't prevent a rich & abundant life & shows how by enjoying life's unpredictability we transform ourselves from a position of fear to one filled with excitement & potential. Through case studies exercises & pragmatic wisdom the author attempts to convince us above all that life is exhilarating because of not in spite of uncertainty." ...

Each letter is beautifully reproduced in watercolour with clear instructions for transferring the designs on to fabric. The step-by-step demonstrations show you the basic techniques accompanied by easy-to-follow diagrams & close-up photography of the embroideries. The book is highly versatile & can be used with many languages
- there is no limit to the letters words & projects that can be made. There are numerous gorgeous designs including embroidered cards plaques boxes journals baby clothes & more giving you almost limitless scope for personalising special gifts for babies birthdays weddings anniversaries & more. Packed with useful tips & ideas this is book is the perfect companion for ribbon embroiderers of all abilities. This title

Includes:: designs for 26 beautiful monograms in ribbon embroidery. It is highly versatile
- can be used with many languages. It

Features: numerous projects for quilts clothing toys journals cards & home decor items; clear instructions for transferring the designs on to fabric; & step-by-step demonstrations explaining the basic techniques accompanied by easy-to-follow diagrams & close-up photography. It is suitable for ribbon embroiderers of all abilities.





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From renowned Australian embroidery artist Susan OConnor comes this spectacular embroidered blanket inspired by the sumptuous style of the Elizabethan era. Rich in colour & decoration the favourite flowers & fruit of Queen Elizabeth I & her subjects are stitched in the elaborate fashion & beautiful colours that give the embroidery of this era such long lasting appeal. Set into a striking black trellis each of the twelve large ornate motifs & twelve smaller border designs are easily adapted for individual use on any number of items. A full thread conversion chart is provided so the twenty-four individual designs can be embroidered in any scale using wool cotton or silk thread. Easy to follow instructions full size patterns & clear step-by-step photographs make this an irresistible title for all embroiderers. ...

Simple instructions for shaping different-angled heads creating faces adding features & stitching the hair are just the start. She goes on to show different hairstyles & wigs: straight wavy curly free flowing & unkempt. Scale is important & there are full instructions on which threads & stitches to use. Moving on to poses arms & hands garments & accessories there are full instructions & illustrations every step of the way. You learn how to personalise & embellish portraits with fabric felt lace beads braids & cords & there is plenty of inspirational advice plus many new ideas. Whether you are new to stitching or an experienced embroiderer you will find much here to enthrall & excite you in this very special book. A unique & inspiring book by Jan Messent an eminent embroiderer with a strong following world-wide Probably the only book on the market devoted entirely to stitched portraits Packed full of exquisitely worked pieces all giving a contemporary twist to this traditional subject & with expert guidance on the materials & methods used ...