Books published by publisher Living Book Press

C.C. Long’s Home Geography is a lovely introduction to the subject for children. Broken into short chapters with beautiful illustrations and poetry along with questions to help the child remember what has been taught, this book forms a solid foundation that can be built on in later years.Chapters include - DirectionDistance Hills, Mountains, Valleys Rain, Wind, Snow Rivers Maps Grains, Fruits, Plants Things Found in the Earth ...and much more.

Written for students but loved by all ages, Marvels of the Orient takes you on a journey to some of the marvels of our world. Visit wonders both natural and man-made, places you’ve heard about, and others you won’t believe you didn’t know about before.In this book you will- • Climb the Great Pyramid • Search for the Ark of the Covenant beneath Jerusalem • Fly a Prince over Iraq • Hide in the Taj Mahal for the night • Climb Mount Fuji • Explore lost cities ...and so much more!This edition has been slightly revised to add footnotes with updated place names, facts, and metric equivalents.

Have you ever wondered why a 10-tonne boat floats but a tiny pebble sinks? Archimedes knew why. How does a basketball or tennis ball bounce? Robert Boyle could have described how! Can you explain why a hot-air balloon rises but a balloon you blow up drops to the ground? To answer these questions and many more, author Paul Fleisher explains the laws that define how and why liquids and gases behave the way they do. Through simple experiments, detailed illustrations and concepts that are easy to understand, readers are introduced to the basic principles of fluid mechanics in a fun, exciting way.This edition of Paul Fleisher’s Secrets of the Universe has been fully revised by the author and features all of the original illustrations by Patricia Keeler.

After completing her history of England, Our Island Story, H.E. Marshall received a letter from a young lady in the United States asking her to write the history of her country. This Country of Ours is the result. It tells the story of the United States from the discovery by the Vikings and Columbus right through to the presidency of Woodrow Wilson, conveniently broken into the following sections-Stories of Explorers and PioneersStories of Virginia Stories of New EnglandStories of the Middle and Southern ColoniesStories of the French in AmericaStories of the Struggle for LibertyStories of the United States Under the ConstitutionThis edition is complete and unabridged and includes all the original images in black and white.

This edition is presented complete and unabridged, with larger text for easier reading by younger readers, and all the original illustrations and decorations.“I have attempted to transform the somewhat dry and monotonous translation of this narrative into an entertaining story, that may engage the attention and the interest of my young readers; for which it certainly presents ample opportunities. If the task is properly done, no one can fail to follow Marco Polo from his Venetian home, across the entire continent of Asia to the court of Kublai Khan, and in his various adventures and journeys while in the far-off Orient, without eager curiosity and ever-deepening interest. The central figure of the story is heroic, for Marco Polo was in all things manly, brave, persevering, intelligent, and chivalrous; and the scenes and incidents in which he was the leading actor were in the highest degree thrilling and dramatic.”-From the Preface by the Author.

Written for students but loved by all ages Marvels of the Occident takes you on a journey to some of the marvels of our world. Visit wonders both natural and man-made, places you’ve heard about, and others you won’t believe you didn’t know of before.In this book you will- • Discover how a 10-year old brought shame on San Francisco • Spend time in a city with no girls of any kind, not even animals • Swim the Panama Canal • Cross the Alps on an elephant • Unearth a city frozen in time • Jump into a lake like a human sacrifice ...and so much more!

When Peter Rabbit joins in with Old Mother Nature’s “classroom” chats he learns all about the animals who share the Green Meadows and Forest with him.In these lessons Peter learns about animals both big and small, from near and far, like the Hare, but also creatures like the Flying Squirrel, Grizzly Bear, Otter, Fox, Armadillo and many more.This collection of stories has thrilled generations of readers, and is sure to delight many more. It's not only a charming introduction to the orders of animals in North America, but also a great study into how they relate to each other.This Living Book Press edition includes all the original illustrations.

Do You Experience Deep Love and Intimacy In Your Relationship?Wouldn’t it be great to have a relationship counselor on call to help you and your love partner have the most joyful, loving relationship possible?What if you had someone who knew exactly what to ask to draw out your deepest desires and help you calmly navigate areas of pain or conflict? Having a coach is wonderful, but if you know the right questions to ask one another, you can start right now building the relationship you both desire.The Power of Questions For CouplesMutual questioning is a powerful technique to draw out deeper emotions and desires and address potential areas of conflict before they disrupt your closeness. The right questions inspire understanding, compassion and action for positive change. Questions like:What does unconditional love mean to you?Do I do anything to make you feel disrespected?How can I listen to you better so you feel completely heard?What should I never say to you, even in anger?How can I make you feel more desirable and sexy?Take Control: How Relationship Questions Can Change Your LifeWhen you and your partner embark on a mutual questioning journey, you are committing to an intimate, satisfying, joyful life together. Rather than waiting for conflict and resentment to inflict a surprise attack, you’re proactively addressing the needs and wounds both of you carry and reinforcing your commitment to the relationship above all else. This journey will be enlightening, fun, and sometimes challenging -- but the rewards are immeasurable, as you lay the groundwork for a lifetime of happiness together. DOWNLOAD:: 201 Relationship Questions: The Couple's Guide to Building Trust and Emotional Intimacy201 Relationship Questions is your guide to creating a happier, healthier, sexier, and more intimate connection. Share each question, read the question prompts, invite discussion, and keep a personal journal of the changes you both want to make. Action is required, as your answers to the questions reveal exactly what you need to do to protect and strengthen your connection.Set aside sacred time together for questions each day, and keep your relationship fresh and exciting for a lifetime.Remember: This book is a great wedding gift or Christmas gift for couples.

Have you ever wondered why objects drop to the ground or what keeps the Moon from crashing into the Earth? Isaac Newton wondered why. Do you know whether a bowling ball will fall faster than a cricket ball? Galileo could have told you! In this fascinating book, author Paul Fleisher answers these question and many more as he explores the scientific laws that describe how and why objects move. Fun experiments that readers can do on their own and helpful illustrations introduce the basic principle of classical mechanics.This edition of Paul Fleisher’s Secrets of the Universe has been fully revised by the author and features all of the original illustrations by Patricia Keeler.

James Baldwin’s Fifty Famous Stories Retold collects stories that everyone needs to know. Stories that have shaped our culture and are frequently referenced in our songs and literature.Stories include Androcles and the Lion, The Brave Three Hundred, The Sword of Damocles, King Canute and the Sea, Whittington and his Cat, Horatius at the Bridge and many many more.Featuring all the original illustrations, and a large font for easy reading with large words spaced phonetically, this edition includes all fifty stories rearranged to match the Ambleside Online reading order.