The International Bestseller now in paperback. Lila has recently married and entered into the family business; while Elena, continues her studies and her exploration of the world beyond the neighbourhood that she finds stifling. Love, jealousy, family, freedom, commitment, and above all friendship - the two women share a complex bond that is a source of strength in the face of life's challenges.
Without the Sun, our planet - and life on it - would not exist. As our nearest star, the Sun is also important for astronomers and still presents many puzzles. Philip Judge explains what we know about the Sun's structure and evolution, solar phenomena, and the impact of solar activity on the Earth.
In one way or another, we are all affected by the actions of the American judicial system. This VSI explains how and why this is -- cracking the vail that surrounds American courts and the law by translating the legal technicalities, structural complexities, and jargon of the law into plain English with a real-world context. Aimed at anyone who is caught up on the legal process or someone just curious about how it all works and why, this VSI is the starting place to understanding the workings and importance of the third branch of American government
