"Political scandals have become an indelible feature of the American political system since the creation of the republic more than two centuries ago. This book surveys both the most infamous scandals as well as more obscure episodes in an effort to understand how these incidents have altered the course of American political history"--

"You want change. Maybe your career isn't what you thought it would be. or your relationships aren't what you had hoped. Perhaps you have a grand vision for your life but not the smallest clue on the steps to get there. Whether you've read the entire self-help section of the bookstore in vain or feel completely stuck on where to begin, you wish you had someone to hold your hand and guide you. You do. And it's only a blank page away. In Let It Out,...

Keroro is Sergeant Frog, the leader of a platoon of warriors sent to conquer planet Earth. But when the amphibious invaders discovered how much humans enjoy dissecting their comrades, the troops were scattered, the mission was aborted, and Keroro was abandoned. Now this once proud soldier spends more time wielding a vacuum than he does the weapons of war.

"Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms-such as intense fears and worries, ritualistic and compulsive behavior, hypervigilance, and impulsivity-can put a strain on any relationship, whether it's family, friends, partners, or other interpersonal relationships of any type. This guide shows OCD sufferers how to reduce the impact of symptoms while strengthening trust, security, and connectedness"-- "Don't let OCD be the third wheel in your relationships!...

""For the first time the inside story of Russia's marketing of their space program to the West is chronicled by one who was there. The colourful tales are told, warts and all. How the door to Russia's long hidden space pro-gram was opened during the era of Soviet perestroika, the political struggle on the signing of the first contract between the Russians and NASA, the push to change space station Freedom into a co-operative venture, the willingness...

"One of the most complicated and advanced computers on Earth can't be purchased in any store. This astonishing device, responsible for storing and retrieving vast quantities of information that can be accessed at a moment's notice, is the human brain. How does such a dynamic and powerful machine make memories, learn a language, and remember how to drive a car? What habits can we adopt in order to learn more effectively throughout our lives? And how...

Life in the twenty-first century is tough--new technology, constant change, more choice and extra pressure all add to our stress levels. And when you're stressed or tired your insecurities increase--so breaking that cycle feels impossible. But help is at hand: this book will show you how to beat stress and become more positive, relaxed, and productive. Dr Jessamy Hibberd and Jo Usmar draw on the latest cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) research to...

Your military skills and experience will be invaluable to you in civilian life. But your successful transition won't just happen. You need a network of people who can help you decide where you want to go and then "help you get there."Don't know how to build that network? No problem: "Business Networking for Veterans" will help you. Not comfortable drawing attention to yourself? Don't worry: networking is about service, "not" showing off. And service...

Unable to compose since the death of her rock star husband, Grammy award-winning songwriter, Grace O'Connor is terrified the tabloids are right: she's nothing without her famous husband. But when she's ordered to help a pompous pretty-boy finish his album or be blacklisted, Grace can't give up on her love of music--no matter how infuriating her new partner. Andrew Hayes is crumbling under the weight of his ambition. Determined to prove himself to...