Author: Edward J. Cowan
Publisher: John Donald
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
In Scottish Literature - character and influence, critic Gregory Smith distinguished the contrasting grip of fact of history and the airier pleasure of literature. These essays show how the two strands separated over the years while remaining interpreters of the past and of human experience.
The Polar Twins
Author: Edward J. Cowan
Publisher: John Donald
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
In Scottish Literature - character and influence, critic Gregory Smith distinguished the contrasting grip of fact of history and the airier pleasure of literature. These essays show how the two strands separated over the years while remaining interpreters of the past and of human experience.
Publisher: John Donald
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
In Scottish Literature - character and influence, critic Gregory Smith distinguished the contrasting grip of fact of history and the airier pleasure of literature. These essays show how the two strands separated over the years while remaining interpreters of the past and of human experience.
Dismissing the Polar Twins
Author: Claudia Eilers
Publisher: Universitatsverlag C. Winter
ISBN:
Category : Emotions in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Publisher: Universitatsverlag C. Winter
ISBN:
Category : Emotions in literature
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Her Polar Twins
Author: J. J. Jones
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781537184111
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
When geneticist Kara Walker was sent to the Arctic circle to study possible shapeshifter activity in the area she had no idea what to expect. She knew it could be dangerous but something told her that she had to do it. Little did she know, there actually were shifters in the vicinity and Kara was about to get up close and personal with some of them. This included Polar Bear Twins Eric and Gunner who had ever seen or experienced a human female before. And the twins were more than determined to make up for lost time...
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781537184111
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
When geneticist Kara Walker was sent to the Arctic circle to study possible shapeshifter activity in the area she had no idea what to expect. She knew it could be dangerous but something told her that she had to do it. Little did she know, there actually were shifters in the vicinity and Kara was about to get up close and personal with some of them. This included Polar Bear Twins Eric and Gunner who had ever seen or experienced a human female before. And the twins were more than determined to make up for lost time...
Twin Mythconceptions
Author: Nancy L. Segal
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128039957
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Twin Mythconceptions: False Beliefs, Fables, and Facts about Twins sheds new light on over 70 commonly held ideas and beliefs about the origins and development of identical and fraternal twins. Using the latest scientific findings from psychology, psychiatry, biology, and education, the book separates fact from fiction. Each idea about twins is described, followed by both a short answer about the truth, and then a longer, more detailed explanation. Coverage includes embryology of twins, twin types, intellectual growth, personality traits, sexual orientation of twins, marital relationships, epigenetic analyses, and more. Five appendices cover selected topics in greater depth, such as the frequency of different twin types and the varieties of polar body twin pairs. This book will inform and entertain behavioral and life science researchers, health professionals, twins, parents of twins, and anyone interested in the fascinating topic of twins. - Identifies common misunderstandings about twins - Provides scientific answers to questions about twins - Encompasses the biology, psychology, genetics, and personality of twins - Includes discussion of identical, fraternal same-sex, and fraternal opposite-sex twins - Allows for quick answers to common questions and more detailed explanations
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128039957
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Twin Mythconceptions: False Beliefs, Fables, and Facts about Twins sheds new light on over 70 commonly held ideas and beliefs about the origins and development of identical and fraternal twins. Using the latest scientific findings from psychology, psychiatry, biology, and education, the book separates fact from fiction. Each idea about twins is described, followed by both a short answer about the truth, and then a longer, more detailed explanation. Coverage includes embryology of twins, twin types, intellectual growth, personality traits, sexual orientation of twins, marital relationships, epigenetic analyses, and more. Five appendices cover selected topics in greater depth, such as the frequency of different twin types and the varieties of polar body twin pairs. This book will inform and entertain behavioral and life science researchers, health professionals, twins, parents of twins, and anyone interested in the fascinating topic of twins. - Identifies common misunderstandings about twins - Provides scientific answers to questions about twins - Encompasses the biology, psychology, genetics, and personality of twins - Includes discussion of identical, fraternal same-sex, and fraternal opposite-sex twins - Allows for quick answers to common questions and more detailed explanations
A Pair of Polar Bears
Author: Joanne Ryder
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780689858710
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
TWIN POLAR BEAR CUBS Kalluk and Tatqiq were only three months old when they were found orphaned in Alaska. Together they were brought to the World-Famous San Diego Zoo to be cared for. From the cubs' first tentative months in the zoo's infirmary to their home in the Polar Bear Plunge, this book chronicles the twins' development with exclusive photographs from the zoo and Joanne Ryder's poetic, informative text. Playful and curious, Kalluk and Tatqiq have won the hearts of more than three million people who visit the zoo each year. Whether they're diving into the water, rolling in the dirt, or sliding down a snowdrift, these adorable bears will charm readers of all ages.
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780689858710
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
TWIN POLAR BEAR CUBS Kalluk and Tatqiq were only three months old when they were found orphaned in Alaska. Together they were brought to the World-Famous San Diego Zoo to be cared for. From the cubs' first tentative months in the zoo's infirmary to their home in the Polar Bear Plunge, this book chronicles the twins' development with exclusive photographs from the zoo and Joanne Ryder's poetic, informative text. Playful and curious, Kalluk and Tatqiq have won the hearts of more than three million people who visit the zoo each year. Whether they're diving into the water, rolling in the dirt, or sliding down a snowdrift, these adorable bears will charm readers of all ages.
The Everything Twins, Triplets, And More Book
Author: Pamela Fierro
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440523215
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Still reeling from the shock that you're not having just one baby, you're having two, three, or more? Unsure about what to expect and what you need to do? There's no need to fear, because with The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book you have all the answers right at your fingertips. From what to anticipate throughout pregnancy and delivery to surviving those first few sleepless months and the necessary lifestyle changes you'll need to make, every scenario is covered! Includes information on: What to expect during each trimester Physical changes your body endures Budgeting for extra expenses Setting up your household for the big arrivals The first few months of life with your multiples The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book is your all-in-one resource for preparing your home, and your life, for all your little bundles of joy!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440523215
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Still reeling from the shock that you're not having just one baby, you're having two, three, or more? Unsure about what to expect and what you need to do? There's no need to fear, because with The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book you have all the answers right at your fingertips. From what to anticipate throughout pregnancy and delivery to surviving those first few sleepless months and the necessary lifestyle changes you'll need to make, every scenario is covered! Includes information on: What to expect during each trimester Physical changes your body endures Budgeting for extra expenses Setting up your household for the big arrivals The first few months of life with your multiples The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book is your all-in-one resource for preparing your home, and your life, for all your little bundles of joy!
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
Find The Girl
Author: Lucy Connell
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241340268
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
The perfect summer read for fans of Girl Online and Rainbow Rowell! ----- Falling for your best friend's love interest is bad...Falling for your twin's is catastrophic. As kids, Nina and Nancy were inseparable. As teenagers, not so much... Where Nancy is popular, an Instagram star, and obsessed with boy band heartthrob Chase, Nina is shy; a talented classical musician, and shuns the spotlight that her sister thrives in. But when the wrong twin unwittingly ends up at the centre of a romantic social media storm, the bonds of twin-ship will be tested like never before... Written in collaboration with Katy Birchall, #FINDTHEGIRL is a very modern twist on a Cinderella story.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0241340268
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
The perfect summer read for fans of Girl Online and Rainbow Rowell! ----- Falling for your best friend's love interest is bad...Falling for your twin's is catastrophic. As kids, Nina and Nancy were inseparable. As teenagers, not so much... Where Nancy is popular, an Instagram star, and obsessed with boy band heartthrob Chase, Nina is shy; a talented classical musician, and shuns the spotlight that her sister thrives in. But when the wrong twin unwittingly ends up at the centre of a romantic social media storm, the bonds of twin-ship will be tested like never before... Written in collaboration with Katy Birchall, #FINDTHEGIRL is a very modern twist on a Cinderella story.
The Polar Eskimos' Eyes
Author: Aage Gilberg
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 850
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 850
Book Description
Entwined Lives
Author: Nancy Segal
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101153873
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
Twins are nature's living laboratories. Through them we are able to uncover new information concerning the genetic and environmental factors affecting who we are. Studies using identical and fraternal twins hold the keys to understanding our intellectual abilities, personality traits, social attitudes, and behavior. In Entwined Lives, Dr. Nancy Segal brings together cutting-edge information with illustrative case histories of twins and their families. In addition to the fascinating stories of identical twins reared apart and reunited as adults, Dr. Segal provides insights into the unusual language patterns of twins, how twin studies affect legal decisions, the role of fertility treatments in twin and "twinlike" conceptions, and more. This groundbreaking book explores the ways in which twins enhance our knowledge of human behavioral and physical development, while shedding new light on the nature/nurture debate and on the burgeoning field of evolutionary psychology.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101153873
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
Twins are nature's living laboratories. Through them we are able to uncover new information concerning the genetic and environmental factors affecting who we are. Studies using identical and fraternal twins hold the keys to understanding our intellectual abilities, personality traits, social attitudes, and behavior. In Entwined Lives, Dr. Nancy Segal brings together cutting-edge information with illustrative case histories of twins and their families. In addition to the fascinating stories of identical twins reared apart and reunited as adults, Dr. Segal provides insights into the unusual language patterns of twins, how twin studies affect legal decisions, the role of fertility treatments in twin and "twinlike" conceptions, and more. This groundbreaking book explores the ways in which twins enhance our knowledge of human behavioral and physical development, while shedding new light on the nature/nurture debate and on the burgeoning field of evolutionary psychology.