ISBN: 0743482824 Binding: Paperback Edition: Reprint Author(s): William Shakespeare Publisher: Simon & Schuster Number of Pages: 368
Each edition includes: Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play Scene-by-scene plot summaries A key to famous lines and phrases An introduction to reading Shakespeare's language An essay by an outstanding scholar providing a modern perspective on the play Illustrations from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare books Essay by Susan Snyder The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington DC is home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare's printed works and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs For more information visit wwwfolgeredu
The C++ Standard Library: A Tutorial and Reference
ISBN: 0201379260 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): Nicolai M. Josuttis Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional Number of Pages: 832
The C++ Standard Library provides a set of common classes and interfaces that greatly extend the core C++ language Josuttis' book not only provides comprehensive documentation of each library component it also offers clearly written explanations of complex concepts describes the practical programming details needed for effective use and gives example after example of working code This thoroughly up-to-date book reflects the newest elements of the C++ standard library incorporated into the full ANSIISO C++ language standard In particular the text focuses on the Standard Template Library (STL) examining containers iterators function objects and STL algorithms
Developing Library and Information Center Collections (Library and Information Science Text Series)
ISBN: 1591582199 Binding: Paperback Edition: 5th Author(s): G. Edward Evans, Margaret Z. Saponaro Publisher: Libraries Unlimited Number of Pages: 472
This latest edition continues to cover all phases of collection developmentfrom needs assessment policies and the selection process (theory and practice) to publishers serials protection legal issues censorship and intellectual freedom Each chapter has been extensively revised to reflect changing practices policies and technologies To this end some chapterselectronic materials government information audiovisual materials and resource sharinghave been almost completely rewritten In addition electronic serials introduced in the 4th edition has been combined with its print counterpart in a single chapter New to this edition is a CD containing supplementary material; a companion Web site () will also be maintained to ensure URLs referenced throughout the text are kept up to date As the authors put it in their introductory chapter whatever environment one works in collection development is an exciting challenge that requires lifelong learning Students and practitioners alike will benefit greatly from this state-of-the-art text
ISBN: 0679722564 Binding: Paperback Edition: First vintage Intn'l Edition Author(s): Alan Hollinghurst Publisher: Vintage Number of Pages: 352
A literary sensation and bestseller both in England and America The Swimming-Pool Library is an enthralling darkly erotic novel of homosexuality before the scourge of AIDS; an elegy possessed of chilling clarity for ways of life that can no longer be lived with impunity "Impeccably composed and meticulously particular in its observation of everything" (Harpers & Queen) it focuses on the friendship of two men: William Beckwith a young gay aristocrat who leads a life of privilege and promiscuity and the elderly Lord Nantwich an old Africa hand searching for someone to write his biography and inherit his traditions
ISBN: Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): Vicki Myron, Bret Witter Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Number of Pages: 224
In the tradition of Marley: A Dog Like No Other this is the story of a cat who was more than a pet and the amazing effect he had on the people around him This middle-grade adaptation of the Grand Central bestseller Dewey features an 8-page photo insert including exclusive never-before-seen photos of the Dew
Now everyone's favorite library cat can inspire a new audience of young readers with his story of courage and love Abandoned in a library book drop slot in the dead of winter this remarkable kitten miraculously endured the coldest night of the year Dewey Readmore Books as he became known quickly embraced his home inside Spencer's public library charming the struggling small town's library-goers young and old As word of Dewey's winning tail or rather his tale spread the library cat gained worldwide fame as a symbol of hope and proof positive that one small cat could change a town one reader at a time
True Words for Brave Men A Book for Soldiers' and Sailors' Libraries
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Charles Kingsley Publisher: Number of Pages:
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers You may find it for free on the web Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery
ISBN: Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Vicki Myron, Bret Witter Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Number of Pages: 40
The story of Dewey the celebrated library cat is now available for the youngest of readers in this new fully-illustrated picture book adventure
When Librarian Vicki Myron finds a young kitten abandoned in the Spencer Library return box she nurses him back to health deciding then and there that he will be their library cat and naming him appropriately Dewey Readmore Books Dewey loves his new home but once he discovers the littlest library visitors-who like to chase him pull his tail and squeeze him extra tight-Dewey begins to wonder if he's truly cut out for the demands of his new job In the end he is triumphant as he realizes that helping people big and small is what he is meant to do and that by sharing his special brand of Dewey love he can be the best library cat of all
Books Can Be Deceiving (A Library Lover's Mystery)
ISBN: 0425242188 Binding: Paperback Edition: Original Author(s): Jenn McKinlay Publisher: Berkley Number of Pages: 304
Lindsey is getting into her groove as the director of the Briar Creek Public Library when a New York editor visits town creating quite a buzz Lindsey's friend Beth wants to sell the editor her children's book but Beth's boyfriend a famous author gets in the way When they go to confront him he's found murdered-and Beth is the prime suspect Lindsey has to act fast before they throw the book at the wrong person
Poems Every Child Should Know - The What-Every-Child-Should-Know-Library
ISBN: Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Mary E. (Mary Elizabeth) Burt Publisher: Qontro Classic Books Number of Pages: 228
Poems Every Child Should Know - The What-Every-Child-Should-Know-Library is presented here in a high quality paperback edition This popular classic work by Mary E (Mary Elizabeth) Burt is in the English language and may not include graphics or images from the original edition If you enjoy the works of Mary E (Mary Elizabeth) Burt then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection
