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This is the Complete Unabridged Collectors Edition of Dracula, the 1897 classic horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker, featuring as its primary antagonist the vampire Count Dracula. It was first published as a hardcover in 1897 by Archibald Constable and Company. Dracula has been attributed to many literary genres including vampire literature, horror fiction, the gothic novel and invasion literature. Structurally it is an epistolary novel, that is, told as a series of letters, diary entries, ships' logs, etc. Literary critics have examined many themes in the novel, such as the role of women in Victorian culture, conventional and conservative sexuality, immigration, colonialism, postcolonialism and folklore. Dracula has inspired countless movies, books, and plays. But few, if any, have been fully faithful to this, Bram Stoker's original, best-selling novel of mystery and horror, love and death, sin and redemption. Dracula chronicles the vampire's journey from Transylvania to the nighttime streets of London. There, he searches for the blood of strong men and beautiful women while his enemies plot to rid the world of his frightful power. REVIEWS: "Dracula is a virtual textbook on Victorian repression of the erotic and fear of female sexuality." - Playboy "Before all the vampires of modern cinema and horror novels, there was Bram Stoker's Dracula, the original head honcho of horror. All others pale in comparison." - Stephen King "In this volume, lovingly restored to its original unabridged and untouched glory, the power and majesty of Bram Stoker's masterpiece emerges from the coffin dripping with new life." - Fangoria Magazine

Originally published on the eve of the 1848 European revolutions, "The Communist Manifesto" is a condensed and incisive account of the worldview Marx and Engels developed during their hectic intellectual and political collaboration.Formulating the principles of dialectical materialism, they believed that labor creates wealth, hence capitalism is exploitive and antithetical to freedom. It has gone down in history as one of the world's most influential political manuscripts. Commissioned by the Communist League, it laid out the League's purposes and program. It presents an analytical approach to the class struggle (historical and present) and the problems of capitalism, rather than a prediction of communism's potential future forms.Now considered a classic in political and social literature, it remains a controversial treastise and continues to generate debate even today. It is widely read in college classrooms and is included as essential reading and study for courses in political science the world over. This Special Collector's Edition contains a Forward By Albert Einstein, as well as a detailed Introduction and Critical Analysis of the work itself. REVIEWS: "One of the world's most influential political tracts" - Publisher's Weekly "This book continues to haunt the capitalist world, lingering as a ghostly apparition even after the collapse of those governments which claimed to be enacting its principles." - Amazon Books "It is not only a great work of literature; it still has much to teach us for the next millennium." - Library Journal

How To Achieve Your Ideal Singing or Speaking Voice! Have you always wanted a deeper, more assertive, resonant, and pleasing speaking or singing voice, but did not know how? Learn how to develop your own unique voice by learning first the basic principles of how the voice works. This manual will help you to discover the easy, step by step methods and secrets leading speech pathologists and voice instructors the world over have used to help their clients achieve their most desired voice! About the Author: Marlo Hendrix is a certified speech pathologist and a recognized expert in the field of voice. She has authored many research papers on the subject of voice resonance and is a featured speaker on the lecture circuit.

Learn to Sing Like An Idol! True Vocal Power Can Be Yours With This Easy To Read Manual Let professional vocalist Mark W. Curran show you how to learn vocal techniques that will make you sound like a pop idol. Whether you aspire to become a singing pop star or just want to learn to sing better in the shower, this manual will help you to learn to sing better using proven vocal techniques that command attention and get results. This book explores live vocal performance techniques, and also briefly examines the opportunities that currently exist for singers - tips and tricks for memorizing lyrics; even advice on how to market yourself as a professional vocalist. - Learn to avoid common mistakes when singing improperly that can cause you to damage your voice. - Learn the secrets to true vocal power and confidence. - Discover how to master pitch, intonation and projection. Learn to sing like an idol! It's the perfect do-it-yourself manual for the modern singer - whether you are into rock, jazz, classical or rap - there's something for young and old alike. Whether you want to explore a professional career as a 'crooner' or simply want to sound better when you sing, this book is for you! About the Author: Mark W. Curran is a professional singer and a respected authority on music marketing. He has authored several books on do-it-yourself music marketing, including "Sell Your Music Online," and "The Musician's and Singers Survival Guide To Booking Better Paying Gigs With or Without An Agent." He has performed in a many professional stage productions, including "The Best of Broadway," "All Shook Up," "Shake Rattle and Roll," and "Crooners." He currently resides in Long Beach, California and is a full time singer, author and musician. --------- "One of the best manuals on singing I've seen." - David Foster "Delivers the rudiments of singing in a concise and readable style, while addressing the concerns of today's modern vocalist in a way that other books on singing do not." - Publisher's Weekly "Extremely useful book with dead-on accurate insights into the marketing, psychology and joy of singing." - Simon Fuller "With this book, anyone can pursue their dream of being a pop idol - anytime, anywhere." - Fantasia Barrino

Ancient sages and philosophers have passed down the wisdom of the ages through their writings. Although written centuries ago, their words of advice have not lost their power and meaning and resonate even stronger today with timeless vitality. Their teachings provide a guideline for living that all of us can use in our everyday lives to achieve inner peace and contentment. Dr. Gopi Vishnu, a leading researcher in the field of human potential and self-actualization has gathered the very best writings from the archives of ancient wisdom to find the Way that is most relevent to today's modern reader. These teachings will guide you toward deep peace, happiness and inner solace to find the essence of your true spiritual nature, and allow you to embark on life's journey with a renewed sense of purpose.---About The Author: Gopi Vishnu PH.D is a leading researcher in the human potential movement. He has been featured on radio talk shows from coast to coast helping others to achieve self-actualization, inner peace and contentment.He is considered an authority in the field of stress reduction, stress therapy and cognitive research. ----Philosophers In This Book: Aristotle (384 BC - 322 BC - Epicurus (341-270 BC) - Confucius (551 BC - 479 BC) - Lao-Tsu - Socrates (469-399 B.C.E.) - Plato - (429-347 B.C.E.) - Patañjali - (200 and 400 AD) - Buddha (563 B.C.E.-483 B.C.E.) - Jesus (5 BC/BCE - c. 30 AD/CE) - St Augustine - Sartre - (1905-1980)

A comprehensive guide to getting the best paying gigs for musicians and singers, from local to international stages - with or without an agent! A music business veteran gives the inside track to creating a profitable career performing music from local clubs to international cruise ships. This new updated edition includes interviews with successful musicians and entertainment directors who share their secrets in landing the best paying gigs. Also includes directories of resources for further research. ¿Unquestionably the best book ever written on finding gigs¿ - Michelle W. Benton, Warner-Chappel Music ¿If you want to make it as a gigging musician, this book is one of the best yoüll find¿ - Michael A. Lyons ¿ Sony Records ¿A clear and concise manual on finding and making gigs for yourself in any market¿ - Arcy Donahue, CBS Records

Over 600 Deliciously Awesome and Easy Crock Pot Recipes Anyone Can Do (Even On A Budget) Crock pot recipes are perfect for busy cooks - and these culinary gems will delight your family as well as your guests - perfect for social gatherings or even for singles who work all day and just want a delicious hot meal waiting for them when they come home. These incredibly delicious slow-cooker recipes include tasty main dishes, side dishes and desserts that are easy to make - and light on expense for the budget-minded chef. World-reknown Chef Peggy Paulson has selected the top 600 of these recipes for inclusion in this volume with appetizers, main dishes with beef, ground beef, pork, chicken and turkey; plus desserts, and vegetables. You're sure to find the perfect crockpot recipe to help you create a great tasting meal that is easy to make - and won't break the bank! "A culinary cavalcade of the best Crock Pot recipes in the world!" - Racheal Ray "Tasty and easy recipes anyone can do - even on a budget." - Crock Pot Corner Magazine "A veritable treasure trove of mouth watering delights." - Paula Deen About The Author Peggy Paulson is a world-reknown chef. She has been featured on radio programs from coast to coast, and has authored many articles for leading culinary journals.