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Kelley Graham

When Adam Smith wrote in 1776 that England was a nation of shopkeepers, he meant that commerce was a major factor in political decisions. Smith's observation was even more on-target for Victorian England: shopkeepers, shops, and shopping were a vital part of life. Those Victorians with resources could shop often and had many choices. Industrialization and Britain's imperial connections gave them an almost unprecedented array of goods. Even the poor and working classes had more to eat and more to spend as the century progressed. Here, Graham explores the world of Victorian shops and shopping in colorful detail. She offers information on the types of shops and goods they offered, the people who owned and operated them, those who frequented them, and the contribution of shops and shopping to the Victorian lifestyle and economy. Shopping in Victorian England reached a level of importance not wholly appreciated even by Victorians themselves. New types of shops appeared, offering an...

Chris Bengivengo

In ?I?ve Always Wanted to Run a Bed & Breakfast?, Innkeepers Chris and Michelle Bengivengo freely share the secrets of how to start and run a successful Bed & Breakfast, along with helpful insights they have gained as Innkeepers. They take you step by step from deciding if a Bed & Breakfast is the right business for you, to selecting and purchasing your dream Inn, renovating and decorating, advertising, and operating your business. If you are thinking about opening a Bed & Breakfast or simply want to know more about selecting the right small business for you, this book is a must read. You will be inspired to follow your dreams wherever they lead and come to trust that life does have a plan if you will simply trust in the universe to provide you all that you need to be successful, seeking to live a life less for the future, and more in the moment. It is a great personal awakening to realize that you have everything right now that you need to do what is next in your life.

Sarah Gordon

Through home sewing, Sarah A. Gordon examines domestic labor, marketing practices, changing standards of femininity, and understandings of class, gender, and race from 1890 to 1930. As ready-made garments became increasingly available due to industrialization, many women, out of necessity or choice, continued to make their own clothing. In doing so, women used a customary female skill both as a means of supporting traditional ideas and as a tool of personal agency. The shifting meanings of sewing formed a contested space in which businesses promoted sewing machines as tools for maintaining domestic harmony, women interpreted patterns to suit-or flout-definitions of appropriate appearances, and girls were taught to sew in ways that reflected beliefs about class, race, and region. Unlike studies of clothing that focus on changes in fashion, "Make it Yourself" looks at the social and cultural processes surrounding home production. Gordon examines sewing clothing as work, whether...

Costas Kataras

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William R. Kane

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Pat Ballard

As a young woman Pat Ballard, the Queen of Rubenesque Romances, almost died trying to starve her body into a societally approved size. In 10 Steps to Loving Your Body (No Matter What Size You Are) she provides the steps she created to heal the emotional damage of years of dieting, encouraging readers to join her in celebrating diversity, self esteem, positive body image and health at every size.

Lou Russell

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Peter A. Luongo

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C M Cower

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Steve Chandler, Sam Beckford

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Carol A. Silvis

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Roxanne L. DuVivier

100% Online Student Success improves the success and retention of users in online learning environments. By outlining the essential elements of reader success and the benefits of online learning, it emphasizes the important roles that personal responsibility, organizational skills, and time management play in creating success. Focus is placed on developing success skills in online communication, virtual classroom management, and online learning strategies; and in strengthening technical competence. 100% Online Student Success identifies common concerns of online learners and provides helpful tips for self-management.

Vikki Spain

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Viki Kappel Spain

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