People love and remember the novels of Bobbie Ann Mason because they ring so true. This dazzling memoir saga of three generations, their aspirations, their conflicts, and the ties that bound them to one another. Spanning decades, Clear Springs gracefully weaves together the stories of Mason's grandparents, parents, and her won generation. The narrative moves from the sober industriousness of a Kentucky farm to the hippie lifestyle of the countercultural 1960s; from a New York fan magazine to the shock-therapy ward of a mental institution; from a county poorhouse to the set of a...

In "Vintage Living Texts," teachers and students will find the essential guide to the works of Salman Rushdie.It is unique in that it offers an in-depth interview with Salman Rusdie, relating specifically to the texts under discussion. This guide deals with Rushdie's themes, genre and narrative technique, and a close reading of the texts will provide a rich source of ideas for intelligent and inventive ways of approaching the novels."

One of a series introducing some of the most exciting works in contemporary fiction. This volume deals with the themes, genre and narrative techniques employed by Toni Morrison in Beloved, Jazz and Paradise. It also features an interview with the author, detailed reading plans, questions for essays and discussion, contextual materials, suggested texts for complementary and comparative reading, a picture essay, extracts from reviews, a biography, and a reading list of literary criticism.

An Elmo puppet and an interactive board book all in one

Toddlers can act out the words to the song, "If You're Happy and You Know It, Clap Your Hands" with the Elmo puppet attached to this utterly irresistible board book perfect for girls and boys ages 1 to 3. Clap your hands, rub your tummy, scratch your nose--and laugh along with Elmo and all of his beloved Sesame Street friends

Now new and old fans can relive the magic of Walt Disney's classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs as it is retold in a beautiful full-color Little Golden Book

This expanded version of the popular Random House Webster's Pocket Grammar, Usage, and Punctuation offers a clear and precise guide to English.
This version includes brand new sections on punctuation, writing, citations, pluralization, abbreviations, numbers, and more, plus quizzes for readers to test their progress and a glossary for easy reference of terms.

Barbie fans will love this Step 2 reader based on the latest Barbie DVD movie. Illustrations.

Inspired by a true story, Color Me Butterfly follows four generations of mothers and daughters--haunted by a common specter of domestic abuse--as they discover the strength, hope, and courage to survive.

The last thing Eloise Bingham wanted was to leave the comforts of her South Carolina home and family. But at the end of World War II, the young wife follows her husband, Isaac, to Philadelphia--only to experience his sinister and violent temper. Eloise's children--and their children and grandchildren--will face their own trials over the next sixty years: Mattie,...

Want to give a gift that will make a lasting impression? This boxed set of of five beloved Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss--The Cat in the Hat Comes Back, Dr. Seuss's ABC, Oh Say Can You Say?, Oh the Thinks You Can Think , and I Can Read with My Eyes Shut --is perfect for new parents, birthday celebrations, and happy occaisions of all kinds. Ideal for reading aloud or reading alone, it will be cherished by young and old alike. Begin a child on the adventure of a lifetime--with Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss

And if you want to make a REALLY BIG impression, consider gifting this...

This Level 2 reader retells the story of the newest direct-to-DVD movie featuring Barbie, scheduled for release in the spring of 2012. Full color.