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South Africa: A Visual Souvenir

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Newlands, Glynne, PUBLISHER: New Holland Australia(AU), World class photography vibrantly illustrates the different faces of South Africa, including the world-renowned Kruger National Park, Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront, majestic Drakensberg and the allure of the Garden Route. This lovely keepsake captures the essence of the country, depicting the variety of spectacular scenery, its cosmopolitan people, its unique flora and its rich architectural heritage.

The Least Restrictive Environment: Its Origins and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Crockett, Jean B. / Kauffman, James M. / Crockett, PUBLISHER: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, "The Least Restrictive Environment: Its Origins and Interpretations in Special Education" examines issues of ethical leadership and clarifies instructional placement decisions that provide a full educational opportunity for students with disabilities.

Close Encounters?

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lamdourne, R. J. A. / Lambourne, Robert / Lambourne, R. J., PUBLISHER: Taylor & Francis Group, Currently, science fiction in all its forms is enjoying enormous popular interest. There can be no doubt that science fiction books and films have great influence on the public view of science and scientists. Close Encounters? examines the historical development of science fiction as a genre in books and films, tracing its roots, examining its most common ideas, exploring its relationship to real science, and attempting to assess its cultural impact. Discussion focuses on major themes such as time travel, politics, religion, ecology, and disasters. The authors consider the science in science fiction, the images of scientists that science fiction conveys, and some of the political, religious, and social motifs prominent in science fiction. They also discuss pseudo-science and its growing influence on the public perception of science. This fascinating, thought-provoking study should be read by all those interested in how the nature of science and its role in our society is portrayed in science fiction.

More Guns, Less Crime: Understanding Crime and Gun-Control

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lott, John R., Jr., PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, On its initial publication in , John R. Lott's "More Guns, Less Crime" drew both lavish praise and heated criticism. More than a decade later, it continues to play a key role in ongoing arguments over gun-control laws: despite all the attacks by gun-control advocates, no one has ever been able to refute Lott's simple, startling conclusion that more guns mean less crime. Relying on the most rigorously comprehensive data analysis ever conducted on crime statistics and right-to-carry laws, the book directly challenges common perceptions about the relationship of guns, crime, and violence. For this third edition, Lott draws on an additional ten years of data--including provocative analysis of the effects of gun bans in Chicago and Washington, D.C--that brings the book fully up to date and further bolsters its central contention.

Canvases and Careers: Institutional Change in the French

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: White, Harrison C. / White, Cynthia A., PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, In the nineteenth century, the Academie des Beaux Arts, and institution of central importance to the artistic life of France for over two hundred years, yielded much of its power to the present system of art distribution, which is dependent upon critics, dealers, and small exhibitions. In "Canvases and Careers," Harrison and Cynthia White examine in scrupulous and fascinating detail how and why this shift occurred. Assimilating a wide range of historical and sociological data, the authors argue convincingly that the Academy, by neglecting to address the social and economic conditions of its time, undermined its own ability to maintain authority and control. Originally published in , this ground-breaking work is a classic piece of empirical research in the sociology of art. In this edition, Harrison C. White's new Foreword compares the marketing approaches of two contemporary painters, while Cynthia A. White's new Afterword reviews recent scholarship in the field.

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The Book of Job

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Habel, N. C. / Habel, Norman C., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The book of Job, which deals with deep-seated conflict between the integrity of God and the integrity of man and belongs to a group of writings known as wisdom literature, surpasses any of its known Babylonian or Egyptian forerunners in the beauty of its poetic discourses and in its insight - the poet struggles to probe the meaning of life, especially life where suffering and injustice prevail for no apparent reason.

Scotland

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Blundell, Nigel, PUBLISHER: MetroBooks (NY), From Bannockburn to Braveheart, Bonnie Prince Charlie to Robbie Burns, the Scots have proved to be a people whose character and ability have made their world influence disproportionate to the size of the country. Though its story is inextricably linked with England, its larger neighbor, there is no doubting Scotland's unique place in history. With hundreds of beautiful full-color photographs and illuminating text, Scotland takes a looks at the many facets of this fascinating country, from its Crown Jewels to its stunning landscapes, its varied history to its single malt Scotch whiskeys.

Soil erosion by wind

Soil erosion by wind and measures for its control on agricultural lands Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Published by Rome, FAO agricultural development paper - no. illus. Euro 22 (suolo 9 e 9 bis)

Czech & Slovak Republics Guide: 2nd Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brewer, Ted, PUBLISHER: Open Road Publishing, Author Ted Brewer brings these two republics to life with authority. In Prague, readers will discover the historic churches, spires, and towers, its maze of medieval lanes, and its wide spectrum of architectural styles, untouched by World War II. He shows the famous Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square and helps travelers explore the old and new towns, the Charles Bridge, and the walkways along the Vltava River.

Greece: Land of Light

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gage, Nicholas / Brukoff, Barry, PUBLISHER: Bulfinch Press, Greece is a legendary destination, and anyone who has once fallen under its spell dreams of returning again and again. Here is a marvelous record of this enchanting land, portraying the essence of Greece -- its striking sea and landscape, its peoples, its culture and history, and its ancient monuments. From the tip of the Peloponnese to the remote mountain villages of the far north to the islands of the Aegean, Brukoff's brilliant color images and Gage's evocative words capture the heart of Greece. Included are the great classical ruins, Byzantine monasteries, colorful fishing villages, chairs at outdoor tavernas, octopus drying in the sun like laundry, and the ubiquitous cats -- the vivid details that each traveler takes home as a memory. Gage's essays on the turbulent history of the country, its myths and beliefs, life in the villages, the age-old wisdom and spirit of the Greek people, and, above all, "Greece's unearthly, spiritual, almost holy light" are a passionate tribute to an extraordinary country.

Metamorphoses

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ovid / Melville, A. D. / Kenney, E. J., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Metamorphoses--the best-known poem by one of the wittiest poets of classical antiquity--takes as its theme change and transformation, as illustrated by Greco-Roman myth and legend. Melville's new translation reproduces the grace and fluency of Ovid's style, and its modern idiom offers a fresh understanding of Ovid's unique and elusive vision of reality.

Historicism: The Once and Future Challenge for Theology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Davaney, Sheila Greeve, PUBLISHER: Fortress Press, The 200-year-old notion that concepts, ideas, and theories are all influenced by or occasioned by historical circumstances is today a commonplace in all fields, and lays bare the historical character of our most cherished convictions, honored traditions, and dogmatic formulations. With clarity and skill, Davaney's authoritative text traces the history of historicism and its various meanings from the German Enlightenment through its Continental and distinctly American developments to its contemporary postmodern incarnations. She demonstrates how it has forced theology to pioneer methods that specifically acknowledge social locatedness, particularity, and pragmatic intent, effectively replacing theology's metaphysical and dogmatic basis with a largely historical one. Yet, says Davaney, Christian theology has yet to come to terms fully with historicism and its imperatives, and her final chapter charts a possible future course.

Shinto

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hartz, Paula R., PUBLISHER: Facts on File, This engaging series is the first to offer young adults a concise, completely current, and very readable survey of the world's great religions. Each volume describes where a particular religion is practiced, its central beliefs and rituals, its contributions to world civilizations, and an analysis of how it has spread through immigration and conversion. This volume examines the basic tenets of Shinto, its evolution in response to other religious influences, and the ways in which this durable traditional form of religious expression has adapted to modern Japanese life.

Piranhas

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dollar, Sam, PUBLISHER: Steck-Vaughn, "Animals of the Rain Forest presents all the mesmerizing beauty of the animals who live in this unique biome with dramatic full-page photography and accurate up-to-date text. Each book includes a range map and ""A Quick Look at" that gives students a brief overview of basic facts about the animal. The book describes the animal and its environment, its habits and lifestyle, and the specific threats it faces every day.

The Elite and the Economy in Siam, C.

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brown, Ian, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Although the Kingdom of Siam never fell under colonial rule, its economic experience in the 19th and early 20th centuries closely paralleled those countries that did. This study examines the principal influences that shaped the Siamese economy in the period , including a detailed analysis of the administrative elite's policy on the diversification of commerce and production, irrigation, agricultural reform, and the extraction of tin and teak. Unlike most recent Thai scholarship, this book focuses on the kingdom's external relations--its open integration into the world economy and its vulnerable geopolitical position in mainland Southeast Asia.

Animal Pain: A Practice-Oriented Approach to an Effective

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hellebrekers, Ludo J., PUBLISHER: Iowa State Press, The authors and editor of this book, recognizing that pain control in animals remains a matter of great concern to veterinarians, provide the tools to more effectively achieve adequate pain relief. In addition, the book addresses the value of adequate pain relief for both the animal and its owner. Contents include: The Ethics of Pain Control in Companion Animals, Clinical Pharmacology of Analgesic Agents, Management of Pain in Cats, Dogs, Horses, and Exotic Animals. Dosage charts, illustrations, and reference lists supplement the text.

The New Pug

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Thomas, Shirley, PUBLISHER: Howell Books, This all-new work fully covers a host of important care essentials: housing, training, competition in conformation and Obedience trials, grooming, breeding, and all particulars for keeping Pugs healthy. The author also traces the charming Pug from its origin in China to introduction in the west and its modern development.

Jaguar Xk Engine

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pollard, Dave / Pollard, David, PUBLISHER: Haynes Publishing, The 6-cylinder XK engine was fitted to Jaguars for nearly 30 years, from the mid s to the mid 80s. It still ranks as one of the most famous British engines having been used in a number of specials and kit cars. Here Pollard follows the XK from its initial conception and production to its final use in the mid-s. Pollard provides photos of the engines and the cars they powered, and offers identifying specs and production changes. Step-by-step illustrations show how to restore and rebuild an XK engine to its original specs.

Beauport

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Colby, Kate, PUBLISHER: Litmus Press, Poetry. "Kate Colby's BEAUPORT opens windows framing history framing natural and unnatural settings (traffic, waves, skylines, sky). The work presents a series of displacements, smoke and mirror memory experiments, stitching together with anachronism the physical and the metaphysical. This is a fascinating book, composing and collapsing (wing, telescope), foregrounding subject, object and sightlines in between. With its architecture of vignettes, lullabies, hymns and fragments, Colby's BEAUPORT constructs resistances, ever confronting its considered grace and precision in ripples of savory humors"--Norma Cole.

Women in U.S. History: A Resource Guide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hardy, Lyda Mary, PUBLISHER: Libraries Unlimited, Discover the best books, Web sites, audiovisual items, and other materials to research notable women of the United States. Learn about women from Colonial times to the present day who have made strides in many fields of endeavor including the arts, literature, politics, religion, science, and sports. Materials listed feature women from all regions of the country and from many American cultural groups. The guide concentrates on materials published or produced during the s, and its final section outlines the field of women's history in terms of its historiography, theory and methodology, and its place in education.

The Naxalites and Their Ideology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ray, Rabindra, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Taking its name from a worker uprising in the tea gardens in the north Bengal countryside near Naxalbari in , the Naxalite movement has become synonymous with communist revolutionary terrorism. This volume explores the movement and its ideology, discussing the Naxalites within the contexts of Bengali society, the varieties of Indian party communism, and the Indian peasantry and urban middle classes.

The Sword and the Olive: A Critical History of the Israeli

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Van Crevald, Martin L., PUBLISHER: PublicAffairs, The Israeli Defense Force has long been one of the world's preeminent fighting forces, time and again capturing headlines by fighting -- often against great odds -- its Arab neighbors, and winning. How did the IDF become so formidable? Is it -- was it ever -- everything it's cracked up to be? The Sword and the Olive traces the history of the IDF from its beginnings in Palestine to today, detailing its formidable accomplishments and demonstrating how its success has proved to be a double-edged sword for Israel. Combining razor-sharp analysis with dramatic narrative, vivid portraits of generals and infantrymen with illuminating discussions of battle tactics and covert actions, The Sword and the Olive goes beyond chronology to wrestle with the political and ethical struggles that have shaped the IDF and the country it serves. Often revisionist in attitude, and surprising in many of its conclusions, this book casts new tight on the struggle for peace in the Middle East.

Boston and its story

BOSTON AND ITS STORY a relation prepared by Edward M. Martwell secretary Statistics Department chairman; Edward W, McGlenen City Register; Edward o: Skelton journalist and historian; appointed by His Honor James M. Curley Mayor of Boston. Il libro è stato stampato nel City of Boston, printing Department ed è arricchito da molte immagini

Montauk Is

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Akin, W. D., PUBLISHER: Harbor Electronic Publishing, Moving dunes, hard rocks, a gentle breeze, jetty horns, diving birds, rubber men, the Jitney, evergreen buds, pounding surf, a calm heart. Montauk is all of these things. Through words and over seventy breathtaking photographs, Montauk is is a meditative exploration of this special place, its natural harshness and beauty, and its personal resonances.

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