Water is an essential resource for life on Earth. Considering how vital and precious water is, it is almost unbelievable that it can be used so carelessly. Sewage, toxic chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, oil, metals, and solid trash pollute the water in lakes, streams, and oceans around the world. Water Resources explores the ways in which water on Earth has become polluted--and what people a…
Pointing out that worrying distracts us from what is important and from enhancing our lives, this guide provides practical techniques for identifying things that cause worry, controlling worry, sorting out problems quickly, and enjoying the challenges of life in a positive way.
Self-confidence, high self-esteem and a sense of dignity are the most vital elements in the foundation on which we build the rest of our life. A healthy level of self-esteem will be reflected in satisfying relationships, a successful career and other valued pursuits in life. This work shows how to determine levels of self-esteem; develop healthy levels of self-esteem in all aspects of life; and…
Andrew Lang draws on his classical learning to recount the Homeric legend of the wars between the Greeks and the Trojans. Paris, Helen of Troy, Achilles, Hector, Ulysses, the Amazons and the Wooden Horse all figure in this magical introduction to one of the greatest legends ever told. Also included in this book are the adventures of Theseus and his dramatic battle with the Minotaur with the …
"Making friends" is the natural sequel to Andrew Matthews' runaway international best-seller, "Being Happy!'' Simple, practical and very funny, "Making Friends'' is about the others...those who depend on us, those we want to see and those we avoid.