Most Popular Books by Mary Berry

How do ordinary people respond to prolonged terror? The convulsion of Japan''s "Warring States" period between 1467 and 1568 destroyed the medieval order and exposed the framework of an early modern polity. Mary Elizabeth Berry investigates the experience of upheaval in Kyoto during this time. Using diaries and urban records (extensively quoted in the text), Berry explores the violence of war, misrule, private justice, outlawry, and popular uprising. She also examines the structures of order, old and new, that abated chaos and abetted social transformation. The wartime culture of Kyoto comes to life in a panoramic study that covers the rebellion of the Lotus sectarians, the organization of work and power in commoner neighborhoods, the replotting of urban geography, and the redefinition of authority and prestige in the arena of play. How do ordinary people respond to prolonged terror? The convulsion of Japan''s "Warring States" period between 1467 and 1568 destroyed the medieval order and exposed the framework of an early modern polity. Mary Elizabeth Berry investigates the experience

Discusses the fundamental question of how life can continue to evolve on Earth.

A complete basic cooking course in a single volume, this book gently guides the culinary novice from stocking the pantry to selecting ingredients and preparing more than 100 recipes. Colorful, close-up photos show the starting-out cook how to fry an egg, roast a chicken, or bake a pie. Pictorial lists of ingredients and utensils ensure that nothing is overlooked.

In an eloquent and informative style, Berry introduces the history and philosophy of Buddhism and provides general readers with a complete understanding of the Buddhist interpretation of earthly life and spiritual destiny.

An easy-to-understand guide to often-confusing computer/Internet jargon! Internet and Personal Computing Fads is an A-to-Z reference book written in a straightforward style that’s informative enough for library use but informal enough for general reading. This essential guide takes a practical look at the most often-seen computer and

Collects recipes for a variety of chocolate desserts including cakes, candies, souffles, mousses, puddings, cookies, and ice creams