Ruth Palmer Boeken

"Rapunzel, let down your hair! When she heard the witch, she gathered up her long blond hair; which no-one had ever cut, and let it slide down the tower".

Introduction and Notes by Professor Stephen Arkin, San Francisco University. 'Young women who have no economic or political power must attend to the serious business of contriving material security'. Jane Austen's sardonic humour lays bare the stratagems, the hypocrisy and the poignancy inherent in the struggle of two very different sisters to achieve respectability. Sense and Sensibility is a delightful comedy of manners in which the sisters Elinor and Marianne represent these two qualities. Elinor's character is one of Augustan detachment, while Marianne, a fervent disciple of the Romantic Age, learns to curb her passionate nature in the interests of survival. This book, the first of Austen's novels to be published, remains as fresh a cautionary tale today as it ever was.

Beautiful, rich, self-assured, and witty, Emma Woodhouse delights in match-making those around her with no apparent care for her own romantic life.

PI Kinsey Millhone of California goes looking for the loot of a $500,000 robbery, an assignment filled with danger as one of the robbers is a psychopath. By the author of "K" Is for Killer

Celebrating the arrival of a new baby, this joyful book captures key moments such as first checkups, family hospital gatherings, and the daily routines of diaper changing and feeding. It also highlights playful interactions like peek-a-boo, reading, and singing lullabies. Aimed at young readers, it provides a warm introduction to the experiences and expectations of welcoming a new sibling, making it an engaging read for families preparing for a new addition.

The book takes young readers on an engaging tour of South Dakota, showcasing its famous landmarks and attractions such as Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, and the Missouri River. It highlights activities like fishing and hiking, as well as notable sites like Falls Park and the Great Plains Zoo. This charming board book combines education with exploration, making it an ideal introduction to the state's natural beauty and cultural significance.