This volume covers one of the most influential buildings of the 19th century. Joseph Paxton's Crystal Palace was the first public building to omit references to the past. Amid the historicist debates and battle of the styles of mid-19th-century Britain, Paxton's design was rational and straightforward.

A new graphic novel series for emerging readers about the simple magic of true friendship Easygoing Fox and anxious Rabbit seem like total opposites. But, somehow, they make the perfect pair! Whether searching for hidden treasure or planting a garden in their own backyard, Fox and Rabbit find everyday magic at every turn. On this first adventure, the pair will discover some new favorite things like sunsets, dandelions, and cotton candy. And they’ll face new fears like heights, swimming, and (poisonous!) frogs. Thankfully, there’s nothing Fox and Rabbit can’t do together!

Coming of age as a Fat brown girl in a white Connecticut suburb is hard. Harder when your whole life is on fire, though. A NEW ENGLAND BOOK AWARD WINNER! Charlie Vega is a lot of things. Smart. Funny. Artistic. Ambitious. Fat. People sometimes have a problem with that last one. Especially her mom. Charlie wants a good relationship with her body, but it's hard, and her mom leaving a billion weight loss shakes on her dresser doesn't help. The world and everyone in it have ideas about what she should look like: thinner, lighter, slimmer-faced, straighter-haired. Be smaller. Be whiter. Be quieter. But there's one person who's always in Charlie's corner: her best friend Amelia. Slim. Popular. Athletic. Totally dope. So when Charlie starts a tentative relationship with cute classmate Brian, the first worthwhile guy to notice her, everything is perfect until she learns one thing--he asked Amelia out first. So is she his second choice or what? Does he even really see her? Because it's time people did. A sensitive, funny, and painfully honest coming-of-age story with a wry voice and tons of chisme, Fat Chance, Charlie Vega tackles our relationships to our parents, our bodies, our cultures, and ourselves. An NPR Best Book of the Year! Named to the TAYSHAS Reading List A POPSUGAR Best New YA Novel! A Cosmopolitan Best New Book! A Bustle Most Anticipated Debut!

A lyrical exploration of love and loss, this book centers on several generations of women in a bucolic southern Black township as they live with and sometimes surrender to madness. The Goode-Brown family, led by matriarch and pillar of the community Minnie Mae, is plagued by old secrets and embarrassment over mental illness and illegitimacy. Meanwhile, single mother Francine Clark is haunted by her dead, lightning-struck husband and forced to fight against both the moral judgment of the community and her own rebellious daughter, Mona. The residents of Opulence struggle with vexing relationships to the land, to one another, and to their own sexuality. As the members of the youngest generation watch their mothers and grandmothers pass away, they live with the fear of going mad themselves and must fight to survive. The author offers up Opulence and its people in lush, poetic detail. It is a world of magic, conjuring, signs, and spells, but also of harsh realities that only love - and love that's handed down - can conquer.

Feel the Wild is an intimate and powerful story about Nature and our relationship with it, told through stunning photography and thought-provoking writing. To "Feel the Wild" is to connect with the wilderness - the untamed Nature, the untamed Us, the essence of Life, through all of our senses and experience everything it has to offer - the physical, the emotional, the philosophical, and the spiritual. Daniel Fox's book of outdoor photography is ultimately about learning who we are and our place on this planet. It is a journey of growth told through the lenses of humility, vulnerability, and perspective. Published in conjunction with a North American promotional tour sponsored by Arc'teryx (Vancouver, Calgary, Seattle, Portland, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, Denver, New York, Boston, and more), Feel the Wild is certain to infuse everyone with the majesty of the natural world and revive within the reader a deep connection to every living thing.

Foxes do sneaky things to keep people from getting into their wild home. Bio: The Fox Aviators are a mixed group of foxes who work together to protect their green home from the effects of human growth. The things they found in the forest and used to make wings are not only tools that help them fly, but also signs that they want to live in peace with their environment. In the middle of the forest, where old trees keep an eye on everything, the Fox Aviators fly, alert and unafraid, protectors of the wild. They show how persistence and creativity can be found in nature, showing that working together toward a shared goal can make a strong force against what seems like insurmountable odds. Their legacy includes a clear call for people and wildlife to live together. Summary: In the heart of a mystical forest lies a band of courageous creatures known as the Fox Aviators. United by a common purpose, these intrepid foxes embark on daring missions to safeguard their enchanted home from the encroaching threat of humans. Each member of the Fox Aviators possesses a unique set of skills, contributing to their collective strength and resilience in the face of adversity. As they journey through the depths of the forest, the Fox Aviators encounter numerous challenges that test their wit and courage. From navigating treacherous terrain to outsmarting cunning adversaries, the foxes must rely on their resourcefulness and teamwork to overcome each obstacle in their path. Along the way, they forge unlikely alliances with other woodland creatures, forming bonds that strengthen their resolve and broaden their perspective. Through these newfound friendships, the Fox Aviators gain valuable insights into the interconnectedness of their forest home and the importance of unity in the face of external threats. Yet, amidst the trials and tribulations of their quest, the Fox Aviators stumble upon a remarkable discovery—a long-hidden secret that holds the key to saving their beloved forest from destruction. With this newfound knowledge in hand, the foxes embark on their most perilous mission yet, racing against time to protect their home and preserve its magic for generations to come. Filled with thrilling adventures, heartwarming friendships, and unexpected twists, the tale of the Fox Aviators captures the imagination and inspires readers of all ages. Through their courage, resilience, and unwavering determination, these noble foxes exemplify the power of unity and the enduring strength of the natural world. Chapter 1: The House in the Woods. The Fox Aviators were a brave and unique group of foxes who lived in a huge, colorful forest. The sun danced through the trees, making patterns on the ground with light and dark. Everyone thought the forest was a heaven because it was so peaceful and beautiful. One thing that made the Fox Aviators different from other foxes was that they knew how to fly. With a lot of creativity and love for their home, the foxes made wings out of broad, strong leaves and flexible, strong twigs that they found in the forest. The foxes could fly through the air and stay above the trees where they lived thanks to these amazing natural engineering feats. As good people, the Fox Aviators learned to fly because they had taken on the important job of protecting their beloved forest from harm from the outside world, especially people. They had seen for themselves how people could damage their home by cutting down trees and throwing off the ecosystem's delicate balance. It was important to them to keep an eye on their forest so that all living things could live together in peace. Every day, the foxes patrolled the skies, keeping a close eye on the ground and the edges of the forest for signs of danger. They were the guards of their realm, always alert and ready to act to protect the peace and beauty of their surroundings. Some were scouts, quick and agile, darting through the trees to find out what was going on. Others were planners, smart and careful, planning the best way to keep everyone safe. The Fox Aviators were more than just guardians; they stood for the strength of the forest and the chance to live in balance with nature. They showed that everyone, no matter how small, could make a big difference by being creative, brave, and working together. They had both exciting and important things to do in their lives. They loved flying and were responsible for someone else. The Fox Aviators did well in the forest, where the sun and moon kept an eye on them. Their story showed how strong friendship can be and how powerful nature is. They weren't just people who lived in the forest; they were its aviators, champions, and defenders, and as long as they flew through the skies, the forest would remain a treasure to be kept for future generations. Chapter 2: Why We Need To Step In. In the middle of a bright, sunny forest, where every leaf sparkled like an emerald in the soft light of the sky, Flynn, a fox with a coat as red as the setting sun and determined eyes, was getting the Fox Aviators ready for a big task. There weren't any regular foxes running around on the forest floor. These were unique foxes that could fly through the air. Flynn spoke with a strong, resonant voice, "We must act quickly to make sure our home stays safe." The sun was rising higher, painting the sky gold and orange. The Fox Aviators listened carefully, each with its own unique and colorful wings made from leaves and twigs from the forest. They knew how serious the situation was; their home, a peaceful and beautiful natural haven, was in danger. As the foxes gathered, the air was thick with excitement. They were a diverse group, but they all wanted to protect their forest. Bella was the team's expert navigator, and her wings were a colorful mosaic of autumn leaves. Max was the youngest and most excited member, and his wings were green and fresh like new growth. And Luna was the calm and wise strategist, and her wings were as silver as the moonlight. The Fox Aviators, who were known for being brave and smart, were ready for a task that would require them to be quiet, accurate, and work together. As Flynn explained the plan, they would have to check out the area, learn more about the people, and figure out what they were doing. They checked their wings to make sure they were safe and ready to fly. The energy in the air around them showed how dedicated and brave they were. The Fox Aviators were more than just a group; they looked out for the forest. Flynn looked at his team with pride as they got ready to take off. They were ready for any challenges that lay ahead because they were all working together to protect the forest home's beauty and sacredness. Chapter 3: Getting the Group Ready

Ditch the storybook wedding, banish Bridezilla, and walk down the aisle in truth and in style: You are a Stone Fox Bride and this is your bridal guide. Molly Rosen Guy founded the brand Stone Fox Bride as an alternative to outdated, plastic-princess wedding culture. Her stylish and subversive approach is being embraced by creative, modern brides who believe in love and romance, but have no interest in running off into the sunset. In an inspiring mix of intimate storytelling, gorgeous visuals, and candid advice, with an aesthetic that channels Bianca Jagger in a white tux rather than Cinderella in a frilly gown, Molly Rosen Guy—your cool, hippie chic guide through the wilds of wedding planning—encourages brides-to-be, and their ladies in tow, to say no to all things phony, frilly, and silly. Featuring personal essays that explore the nuances of the process, including a raw, unairbrushed look at the realities of the early days of marriage, she tells us that a Stone Fox Bride should never sacrifice her style, her story, or her sanity to please others; she reassures us that weddings don't have to be free of confusion, shades of gray, or cellulite; and reminds us that marriage, like love, is equal parts complicated and beautiful. Praise for Molly Rosen Guy and the Stone Fox Bride phenomenon “The current wedding-wear darling of the jammin’ and Instagrammin’ set [offers] an insouciant, antiestablishment approach to weddings.”—The New York Times “[Molly Rosen Guy is] making waves in the bridal industry thanks to her eclectic eye and refusal to conform to clichéd traditions.”—W “Molly Rosen Guy built a business filling the needs of women who long for something more than your run-of-the-mill, princess-y flou for their big day.”—Vogue

The first modern Chinese middle grade series to be translated and brought to the English-speaking market, from bestselling author Chen Jiatong. A young white fox dreams of being human. When his parents are taken from him, long-held secrets and a legend about a miraculous treasure rise to the surface in this perilous quest for self-discovery. When a young white fox named Dilah discovers a human family, he begins to dream of being human himself. But when his parents are assassinated, long-held secrets and a legend about a miraculous treasure rise to the surface. A treasure with the power to make animals human... The clues to its location are contained in a moonstone buried beneath their den. But evil blue foxes seek the treasure too and Dilah must race to find it first. Along the way, he meets all sorts of other creatures: a friendly seal, an ancient tortoise, and a fierce leopard -- but can he stay one step ahead?