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American Lit 101: From Nathaniel Hawthorne to Harper Lee and Naturalism to Magical Realism, an Essential Guide to American Writers and Works by Brianna Keith
Category: Languages and Reference | Series: Adams 101
From poetry to fiction to essays, American Lit 101 leaves no page unturned! Edgar Allan Poe. Willa Cather. Henry David Thoreau. Mark Twain. The list of important American writers goes on and on. These voices played a vital role in shaping the scope of American literature, and the United States itself. B ...Show more
Architecture 101: From Frank Gehry to Ziggurats, an Essential Guide to Building Styles and Materials by Nicole Bridge
Category: Architecture | Series: Adams 101
A crash course in designing and constructing buildingsToo often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of architecture into tedious discourse that would put even Frank Gehry to sleep. "Architecture 101" cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as yo ...Show more
Astrology 101: From Sun Signs to Moon Signs, Your Guide to Astrology by Jenni Kosarin
Category: Health and Wellbeing | Series: Adams 101
Explore the mysteries of the cosmos! Too often, astrology guides obscure the mystical wonder of the zodiac with overly tedious details about nodes, houses, angles, and aspects that even Ptolemy would reject. Astrology 101 cuts out the boring details and lengthy explanations and instead gives you a hands ...Show more
Buddhism 101 - From Karma to the Four Noble Truths, Your Guide to Understanding the Principles of Buddhism by Arnie Kozak
Category: Philosophy and Religion | Series: Adams 101 Ser.
Learn everything you need to know about Buddhism in this clear and straightforward new guide. Buddhism was founded thousands of years ago, and has inspired millions of people with its peaceful teachings. Buddhism 101 highlights and explains the central concepts of Buddhism to the modern reader, with inf ...Show more
Economics 101: From Consumer Behavior to Competitive Markets--Everything You Need to Know about Economics by David A Mayer
Category: Business | Series: Adams 101
A Crash Course in the Study of Production and Consumption!Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of economics into tedious discourse that would put even Joseph Stiglitz to sleep. Economics 101 cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as yo ...Show more
English Lit 101: From Jane Austen to George Orwell and the Enlightenment to Realism, an Essential Guide to Britain's Greatest Writers and Works by Brian Boone
Category: Languages and Reference | Series: Adams 101
A guide to the greats in British literature! From Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Charles Dickens' Tiny Tim to Jane Austen's Mr. Darcy and Shakespeare's Juliet, British authors have created some of the most compelling characters in all of literature. But too often, textbooks reduce these vibrant voices ...Show more
Ethics 101 - From Aristotle and Immanuel Kant to Altruism and Utilitarianism, an Exploration of the Concepts of Right and Wrong by Brian Boone
Category: Philosophy and Religion | Series: Adams 101 Ser.
Explore the mysteries of morality and the concept of right and wrong with this accessible, engaging guide featuring basic facts along with an overview of modern-day issues ranging from business ethics and bioethics to political and social ethics. Ethics 101 offers an exciting look into the history of mo ...Show more
Genetics 101 - From Chromosomes and the Double Helix to Cloning and DNA Tests, Everything You Need to Know about Genes by Beth Skwarecki
Category: Science & Natural History | Series: Adams 101 Ser.
A clear and straightforward explanation of genetics in this new edition of the popular 101 series. Our genetic makeup determines so much about who we are, and what we pass on to our children--from eye color, to height, to health, and even our longevity. Genetics 101 breaks down the science of how g ...Show more
Investing 101: From Stocks and Bonds to Etfs and IPOs, an Essential Primer on Building a Profitable Portfolio by Michele Cagan
Category: Business | Series: Adams 101
A crash course in managing personal wealth!Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of investing into tedious discourse that would put even Warren Buffett to sleep. "Investing 101" cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you learn how to ...Show more
Music Theory 101: From Keys and Scales to Rhythm and Melody, an Essential Primer on the Basics of Music Theory by Brian Boone; Marc Schonbrun
Category: Music | Series: Adams 101 Ser.
Learn the basics of music theory in this comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide. From classical to hard rock, and jazz to hip hop, music is constantly evolving, but many of the basics have stayed the same. Understanding these basics is key to becoming a successful musician and well-rounded music ...Show more
Negotiating 101 by Peter Sander
Category: Business | Series: Adams 101 Ser.
A quick-and-easy guide to core business and career concepts--no MBA required The ability to negotiate a deal. Confidence to oversee staff. Complete, accurate monitoring of expenses. In today's business world, these are must-have skills. But all too often, comprehensive business books turn the important ...Show more
Poetry 101: From Shakespeare and Rupi Kaur to Iambic Pentameter and Blank Verse, Everything You Need to Know about Poetry by Susan Dalzell
Category: Poetry | Series: Adams 101 Ser.
Become a poet and write poetry with ease with help from this clear and simple guide in the popular 101 series. Poetry never goes out of style. An ancient writing form found in civilizations across the world, poetry continues to inform the way we write now, whether we realize it or not--especially i ...Show more