A quick flip through the New York Times almost any day of the week finds numerous ads for the most expensive of watches, which are now, as in the time of Queen Elizabeth I of England, the most elite of fashion statements and a clarion call that the wearer has achieved career success and wealth. This book includes 40 of the most famous watchmakers of all time who are currently producing outstanding timepieces for all pocketbooks and for all occasions....

1,000 food-related terms and expressions, ranging from old chestnut to red herring to fruitcake to couch potato. What has "ham" to do with overacting? Why does "nut" stand for a man's head and his gonads? Why do we say "Holy mackerel?" Quotations abound, from 4000 B.C. to the present. This book is addressed to foodies and word lovers.

I have long felt proud (and lucky) to be an American Citizen. One of the sources of that pride had been America's reputation for the wholesome administration of justice. However, long after I qualified as a senior citizen I was shocked to discover what I identify as a "Widespread and Callous Indifference to the Realization of Justice among those Responsible for the Administration of Justice" in my own world. Our Scales of Justice are Out of Whack! My...

Ests listo para ver la victoria en tu vida? Ests listo para ponerle fin a las adicciones y los problemas que estn plagando tu vida? Dentro de este pequeo libro hay sugerencias sencillas y directas que puedes poner en prctica hoy. Puedes comenzar a ver los cambios en que deseas en tu vida. Sigue estas sencillas ideas y comienza a darte cuenta de un cambio radical en ti y la vida de tu familia.

About the Book This book gives readers the opportunity to learn more about using Twitter by addressing the following questions and topics. The goal of becoming a more skilled Twitter user. How to tweet more than 140 characters. How do you become well-known on Twitter? What are lists? What are direct messages? Protect your account from security violations. Find out the value of your username in dollars. Best Twitter applications for iOS and Android....

Dear Reader, Have you ever thought of aerially visualizing your life through the concept of life map? Have you ever thought of locating your position into such a map of your own life? Until you do so, it would not be possible for you to achieve your goal on time. First of all, this book suggests you to have an idea of this wonderful and interesting concept, and furthermore, it will help you to locate yourself into your own conceptual life map.

In need of a bit of good advice? Well here is the best advice ever recorded-a compendium of personal tips, traditional proverbs, and clever observations from the literary, political, and entertainment world. “The Best Advice Ever Given” covers such diverse topics as life, love, success, forgiveness, friendship, character, health, and many more, including: * "Good advice is something a man gives when he is too old to set a bad example."-François...

Principles of a Fruitful Life is a book written in the midst of a revelation to urge every Christian to strive and become fruitful in life. It identifies that Fruitfulness is a subject that must be addressed by all and sundry who desire to fulfill purpose. And that the kingdom of God has accomplished so much in other areas of the business of the kingdom, but when we consider individuals fruitfulness, we are lagging behind. It suggests that more practical...

I do not know how long ago embroidery started, but I think through the centuries, women have turned to needlecraft and embroidery for pleasure. My grandmother told us that in her days, the young ladies did not work and was taught to do needlework and embroidery. Although times have changed and the love for embroidery still remains strong, women sadly neglect this art as they do not have time. The sewing machine is a quicker medium for embroidery and...

Traces the history of skin and scuba diving, outlines the basic principles of diving, explains safety measures and their value, and discusses selection and care of equipment. A handy illustrated guide, filled with step-by-step instructions for teen-agers and their coaches