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Storyville, USA
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Peterson, Dale, PUBLISHER: University of Georgia Press, What is a Storyville? Whether you're in Toast, North Carolina, Monkeys Eyebrow, Kentucky, or Winner, South Dakota, a Storyville is a real town you can find on a map, with a tale behind its quirky name. Covering miles of U.S. roads, Dale Peterson drove with his kids, Britt and Bayne, from Start, Louisiana, to Deadhorse, Alaska, in search of small-town America in the "garage sale of the open highway." Along the way they explored open spaces, wild places, and country back roads and met people who weren't afraid to talk to one another. Together, they discover the sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and zany stories behind nearly sixty small towns, guided by a AAA Road Atlas, expert local storytellers, and lots of curiosity. They dip into Caddo Lake and the everglades of Uncertain, Texas, go a little crazy in Loco, Oklahoma, and learn about bee colonies in Climax, New York. Conversations with townfolk range from the refrigerator at the center of Noodle, Texas, and the hazards of Accident, Maryland, to issues of civil rights, religion, and environmental preservation. Collected here are the landscapes, landmarks, faces, thoughts, and conversations of a sentimental, idiosyncratic, and often hilarious American odyssey. Storyville, USA is a long winding trip into the back roads of the country and a longer one into the hinterland of our own hearts.
Exploring English
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harris, Tim / Rowe, Allan, PUBLISHER: Addison Wesley Longman, -- Communicative, student-centered activities enable students to engage in meaningful communication. A wealth of pair work, role plays, and group work helps students learn cooperatively. -- Abundant practice -- oral and written -- reinforces new concepts in guided and open-ended formats. -- Grammar is presented and recycled in interesting and humorous contexts -- both readings and conversations -- so that students experience how the language is really used. -- Basic competencies are taught in context: asking directions, taking a bus, buying food, shopping for clothes, etc. -- Ample opportunity for review is provided in each chapter, using all four language skills. In addition, every fourth chapter is a review chapter. -- Student Books are fully illustrated with humorous four-color drawings (Books 1-4). Clear direction lines and headings make Student Books "transparent" to students and teachers alike. -- Workbooks feature lessons closely coordinated with the lessons in the text, and provide additional writing practice with the same grammatical structures and vocabulary. -- Teacher's Resource Manuals for each level include reduced Student Book pages accompanied by page-by-page teaching suggestions. -- Audiocassettes for each level include the dialogues, stories, and pronunciation exercises in the Student Books. A variety of voices, accompanied by appropriate sound effects, gives students opportunities to hear English spoken by native speakers. -- Screening and Placement Tests assure accurate placement of students.
Embryos, Genes and Birth Defects
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ferretti, Patricia / Copp, Andrew / Tickle, Cheryll, PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, The first edition of "Embryos, Genes and Birth Defects," edited by the late Peter Thorogood, was a radical new book aimed at bridging the gap between the medical disciplines of embryology and dysmorphology, and recent advances in cellular, molecular and developmental biology. This new edition remains unique in its breadth and brings up to date our understanding of birth defects and of the strategies utilized to gain such knowledge. It features new chapters on human cytogenetics, mutagenesis and the eyes and ears. The book presents key topics in developmental biology and explains how they provide the foundations for understanding clinical birth defects. The first six chapters introduce concepts and strategies adopted to elucidate developmental anomalies leading to birth defects. The book then focuses on specific organs and reviews the cellular and molecular mechanisms affecting their development and how disruption of these mechanisms by genetic or environmental factors may underlie certain birth defects. The chapters are concise and provide up-to-date coverage of topics in a format that is easily accessible and yet at the forefront of research. Written primarily for paediatricians, obstetricians, clinical geneticists and allied workers, this book guides the reader through the contribution of modern molecular biology to our understanding of human development. Developmental and cellular biologists will learn how errors in the cellular and genetic mechanism can lead to classical disorders, diseases and syndromes.
The Middle Ages: From the Fall of Rome to the Rise of the
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bauer, Susan Wise / West, Jeff, PUBLISHER: Peace Hill Press, This read-aloud series is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children. Enjoy it together and introduce your child to the marvelous story of the world's civilizations. Now more than ever, other cultures are affecting our everyday lives--and our children need to learn about the other countries of the world and their history. Susan Wise Bauer has provided a captivating guide to the history of other lands. Written in an engaging, straightforward manner, this revised edition of "The Story of the World: History for the Classical Child, Volume 2: The Middle Ages" weaves world history into a story book format. Who discovered chocolate? What happened to the giant Fovor of the Mighty Blows? Why did the Ottoman Turks drag their war ships across dry land? "The Story of the World" covers the sweep of human history from ancient times until the present. Africa, China, Europe, the Americas--find out what happened all around the world in long-ago times. Designed as a read-aloud project for parents and children to share together, "The Story of the World" includes each continent and major people group. "Volume 2: The Middle Ages," is the second of a four-volume series and covers the major historical events in the years 400 to CE, as well as including maps, illustrations, and tales from each culture.
Cliffsquickreview Writing: Grammar, Usage, and Style
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Eggenschwiler, Jean, PUBLISHER: Cliffs Notes, CliffsQuickReview course guides cover the essentials of your toughest classes. Get a firm grip on core concepts and key material, and test your newfound knowledge with review questions. Whether you're new to nouns, verbs, and prepositions or just brushing up on your grammar, "CliffsQuickReview Writing: Grammar, Usage, and Style" can help. This guide not only helps you understand grammar concepts, but it also gives you clear explanations of sentence structure, as well as advice on how to write well. As you work your way through this guide, you'll find out aboutNouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives, and adverbsPropositions, conjunctions, and interjectionsSentence construction and variety, as well as punctuationWords: compound words, idioms, cliches, and jargonThe different types of writing and organizing a writing assignment "CliffsQuickReview Writing: Grammar, Usage, and Style" is an invaluable reference for those who want to improve their writing, whether at the high school level or in college. Here are just a few of the things you'll learn about how to bring your writing up to snuff: Understanding your writing assignmentWriting a thesis statementQuoting and paraphrasing, and avoiding plagiarismCreating an outline for your paperWriting your first draft, and polishing up your final draft With titles available for all the most popular high school and college courses, CliffsQuickReview guides are a comprehensive resource that can help you get the best possible grades.
Promo Mix/Vinile/Lp/disco/dj/Musica/Giradisci
Vendo dei Promo Mix con dentro 4/5 singoli al costo di 15 euro 01 Blafka feat. Monika - Anoter Life ( Jenny hall - Infinity ( Sandman world - Dance ( Mark'O+ - Never Alone ( More - Around the world ( Zicky - She wanna ( Ricky le Roy - Tuareg ( Gee Moore Pres. Es vedra - Gimmi More ( Kool & the Gang And Guests - Summer ( Boy George - When will you learn ( Violet feat. Star System - Ring My Bell ( Ambigual - Party Night ( Georgie Porgie - Life Goes on ( Boris & Michi present Fiorello - Azzurro ( Gitta - No more Turning back ( Markus - Ge soir () ----------------------------------------------- Di questo PromoMix ne ho 2 copie. 01 Lock'n Load - House some more ( Pap'n'Skar - Get in on ( Soviente - Copacabana (escape from rio) ( Deepswing - in the music ( Thelma Houston - Don't leave me this way ( Bump'' Grind feat. Melissa - Bang Bang ( Candi staton - Love on love ( Bludata - Follow ( The trhillseekers feat. Sheryl deane - Synaesthesia ( Leon Klein - Girl (deep inside) ( Marc Et Claude - Loving You ( Giuseppe Gulliver feat. Spellband - Take me ( Cleptomaniacs feat. Bryan Chambers - All I do ( Slippers - Funkadelic ( Toka - Without your love ( Billy More - Up & Down (don't fall in love with me) ( Adamski products inc. - in the city ( Mash - Are you ready? ( Baby gaia - I loik music ( Claudio lancini - Elektriko () CON POSSIBILITA' DI SPEDIZIONE A CARICO DELL'ACQUIR
Ableton live 9 standard imballato
Come da titolo vendo ableton live 9 standard versione educational ancora imballato. In qualità di studente SAE vendo compreso di licenza,quindi software equivalente a quello dal prezzo di 389. Vendo a 220 euro incluse spese di spedizione. Ableton Live 9 porta con sé molte caratteristiche nuove e miglioramenti del flusso di lavoro. Tra queste l'automazione clip Session View, un nuovo browser per trovare i suoni più velocemente, tantissimi nuovi suoni con comandi macro preimpostati, effetti migliori tra cui il nuovo compressore Glue e EQ Eight. Un nuovo motore pitch-to-MIDI permette l'estrazione di dati MIDI da parti armoniche, ritmiche e di batteria. Live 9 offre numerosi modi per manipolare la musica - la tradizionale registrazione "multitraccia" e un metodo di riproduzione più "on-the-fly" in cui le clip sono attivate, temporizzate automaticamente e mandate in loop. Questo metodo di clip-triggering è ottimo per performance live e per le produzioni in studio. Esistono una serie di controller hardware progettati per controllare Ableton Live 9 in questo modo, tra cui Ableton Push, AKAI APC e Novation Launchpad che rendono Ableton Live un ottimo ambiente di produzione musicale tattile. E' inclusa una gamma completa di suoni, effetti e strumenti virtuali ulteriormente ampliabile con plugin e suoni di terze parti, ognuno dei quali può essere manipolato via MIDI o da input di tastiera con mappatura dei controller istantanea tramite la modalità "Learn".
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Strange, Gary R. / Ahrens, William R. / Schafermaeyer, Robert W., PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing, The quick reference you need to prepare for any pediatric emergency medicine examination or stay abreast of the latest developments in the field Covering the full scope of pediatric emergency medicine, this concise, yet comprehensive, review is the perfect tool to prepare for in-training, board certification, or recertification examinations, or for use as a clinical refresher. "Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Just the Facts" provides the essential information needed for the emergency care of children in a readily accessible manner that makes important material easy to read and remember. Learn more in less time with: A convenient and efficient presentation that condenses and simplifies must-know material for maximum retention and comprehension High-yield facts presented in clear, easy-to-read bullets More than 800 board-style questions with fully explained answersAn emphasis on key points of epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis and differential, and treatmentContent that highlights and summarizes important concepts to reinforce your understanding of even the most difficult topics Coverage That Spans The Entire Field of Pediatric Emergency Medicine Sections Include: Cardinal Presentations; Sedation, Analgesia, and Imaging; Resuscitation; Respiratory Emergencies; Neurologic Emergencies; Infectious Emergencies; Immunologic Emergencies; Gastrointestinal Emergencies; Endocrine Emergencies; Genitourinary Emergencies; Dermatologic Emergencies; Otolaryngologic Emergencies; Ophthalmologic Emergencies; Gynecologic Emergencies; Hamatologic and Oncologic Emergencies; Non-Traumatic Bone and Joint Disorders; Toxicologic Emergencies; Psychosocial Emergencies; Emergency Medical Services and Mass Casualty Incidents; Medicolegal and Administrative Issues.
Serie 7 CD LANGedizioni-Learn primary English
Vendesi serie completa Lang Edizioni (Paravia Bruno Mondadori Edizioni), composta da 7 CD-Rom interattivi per lo studio della lingua inglese, con 2 CD Audio per l'ascolto di canzoni e rime tradizionali inglesi. I 7 dischi non sono stati MAI utilizzati, e presentano ancora la plastica protettiva mai rimossa. IDEALE PER INSEGNANTI O ANCHE A CASA. Contenuti linguistici dei CD-Rom: Verb be, numeri 1-10, colori, alfabeto, oggetti della scuola e della classe, aggettivi per misura e forma Verbi be, have got, who, what, aggettivi per emozioni e stati d'animo, relazioni familiari, animali, numeri , mesi, materie scolastiche Present continuous, 3rd person verb wearing, mobili, stanze, zoo e animali della fattoria, parti del corpo, vestiti Present continuous, simple present, domande, pronomi, cibo, frutta e verdura, numeri fino al 100, preposizioni, tempo, possessivi Uso del verbo Can, simple present, how much is it?, stagioni, sport, giorni della settimana, cibo, frutta, soldi, negozi, lavori, preposizioni I CD-ROM permettono di: registrare la propria voce e confrontare con speaker madrelingua Consolidare il proprio lessico Cantare canzoni un karaoke Giocare per incrementare le proprie conoscenze e abilità linguistiche Inoltre aiuta a migliorare: Abilità di lettura e riconoscimento dei vocaboli Scrittura e correttezza della lingua Capacità di ascolto e comprensione Fluidità della lingua parlata e correttezza della pronuncia Rispondo su email, messaggi e whatsapp. NO TELEFONATE.
Three Graves Full
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mason, Jamie, PUBLISHER: Gallery Books, For fans of the Coen brothers' films or for those who just love their thrillers with a dash of sharp humor--an engaging and offbeat story about a man driven to murder, who then buries the body in his backyard only to discover that there are two other shallow graves on his property. "There "is very little peace for a man with a body buried in his backyard."" With this memorable first line, we meet Jason Getty, a regular guy in every mild sense of the word. But extraordinary circumstances push this ordinary man to do something he can't undo...and now he must live with the undeniable reality of his actions. And just as Jason "does" finally learn to live with it, a landscaper discovers a body on his property--only it's not the body Jason buried. As Jason's fragile peace begins to unravel, his life is hitched to the fortunes of several strangers: Leah, an abandoned woman looking for answers to her heartbreak; Tim, a small-town detective just doing his job; and Boyd, a fringe-dweller whose past is about to catch up to him--all of them in the wake and shadow of a dead man who had it coming. With the tense pacing of a thriller and the language and beauty of a fine literary novel, "Three Graves Full" heralds the arrival of a stunning new voice in fiction.
McGraw-Hill's ASVAB, 3rd Edition [With CDROM]
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wall, Dr Janet, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill, We're ready to help you score your best on the ASVAB McGraw-Hill Education delivers the complete guide for recruits for all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Packed with all the latest information about military enlistment, "McGraw-Hill's ASVAB" includes four full-length sample tests with strategies for answering every question type. Dr. Janet E. Wall, a former key member of the U.S. government's ASVAB team, is uniquely qualified to guide you through every step of the military entrance process. You'll learn tips for scoring high on all of the ASVAB subtests, and you'll find out about the rewarding jobs available to you in today's armed forces. If you're looking to launch an exciting military career, this all-in-one resource is the guide for you. Includes The latest information provided by the Department of Defense and the military 4 full-length sample tests with complete explanations for every question CD-ROM with interactive tests modeled on the real exam In-depth review of all test subjects, from algebra to shop tools Proven strategies for the ASVAB subtests that determine if you are eligible for enlistment and job training programs Actual ASVAB test directions, answer sheets, and score reports Answers to your questions about military entrance CD-ROM with practice tests; Compatible with PC and MAC systems
The Sociology Project: Introducing the Sociological
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Arum, Richard / Haney, Lynne / Manza, Jeff / NYU Sociology Dept., PUBLISHER: Pearson Education (US), "Inspiring the Sociological Imagination" "The Sociology Project "conveys the power of the sociological imagination and engages us to interact with the questions, mysteries, and challenges of our world. Seeking to spark students' sociological imaginations, "The Sociology Project "provides an interactive approach for discovery. The passion and insight of the sociological perspective are revealed through a collaborative authorship. Teaching and Learning Experience This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience -- for you and your students. Here's how: "Personalize Learning" - Featuring the most immersive media program available, MySocLab delivers dynamic, engaging experiences that personalize, stimulate, and measure learning for every student."Improve Critical Thinking" - The Big Questions pedagogical framework is designed to foster intellectual curiosity."Engage Students" - The text provides links to a wider world of content, including interactive maps, videos, and activities. "Explore Theory "- Because each author is a specialist on the chapter's topic, students learn about the most current theory, research and debates in the field. "Support Instructors "- In addition to a robust support program, instructors can join the conversation with the authors and fellow teachers in our Facebook Group. Note: MySocLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySocLab, please visit www.mysoclab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySocLab (at no additional cost): ValuePack ISBN-10: / ValuePack ISBN-13: .
Gullah People and Their African Heritage
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pollitzer, William S. / Moltke-Hansen, David, PUBLISHER: University of Georgia Press, The Gullah people are one of our most distinctive cultural groups. Isolated off the South Carolina-Georgia coast for nearly three centuries, the native black population of the Sea Islands has developed a vibrant way of life that remains, in many ways, as African as it is American. This landmark volume tells a multifaceted story of this venerable society, emphasizing its roots in Africa, its unique imprint on America, and current threats to its survival. With a keen sense of the limits to establishing origins and tracing adaptations, William S. Pollitzer discusses such aspects of Gullah history and culture as language, religion, family and social relationships, music, folklore, trades and skills, and arts and crafts. Readers will learn of the indigo- and rice-growing skills that slaves taught to their masters, the echoes of an African past that are woven into baskets and stitched into quilts, the forms and phrasings that identify Gullah speech, and much more. Pollitzer also presents a wealth of data on blood composition, bone structure, disease pathology and prevalence, and other biological factors. This research not only underscores ongoing health challenges to the Gullah people but also helps to highlight their complex ties to various African peoples. Drawing on fields from archaeology and anthropology to linguistics and medicine, The Gullah People and Their African Heritage celebrates a remarkable people and calls on us to help protect their irreplaceable culture.
Retrospective Conversion Now in Paperback: History,
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schottlaender, Brian, PUBLISHER: Routledge, Retrospective Conversion is an essential guide for library catalogers and technical services managers in the process of converting manual catalog records to machine readable form. It clearly illustrates the advantages and disadvantages of the three conversion methods--converting in-house, contracting to a vendor, and a combination of the two--and covers the areas of cost, staff, time, and record quality for each. Catalogers will learn how to make a bigger investment in advance planning to achieve better end results. Helpful chapters emphasize the need for planning, quality control, and authority control in the creation of a complete catalog in a machine readable form. Also included are case studies that illustrate specific methods in action and provide a wealth of general, usable information.This unique reference covers a variety of valuable topics for catalogers involved in converting manual catalog records. It includes an in-depth bibliography and review of the retrospective conversion literature, including over 200 items addressing general considerations, special formats, and international issues. Specific examples of retrospective conversion are analyzed including projects in medium and large size institutions, non-serials and serials cataloging, music scores, and the Library of Congress's conversion of the PREMARC file. Specific techniques are explained such as the development of a PC workstation interface to facilitate the conversion process, the use of sampling techniques in project cost analysis, how to determine what quality standards are needed and at what cost, and authority control in both manual and online catalogs.
Building Wealth in a Paycheck-To-Paycheck World: 10 Steps to
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Petillo, Paul, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Companies, How to save, invest, and amass real wealth on even the tightest budget What can a neighborhood butcher from Portland, Oregon tell regular working stiffs about achieving their dreams of financial independence? Everything Inside these pages, Paul Petillo, the renowned creator of bluecollardollar.com gives you all of the tools, tips, and advice you need to understand your financial situation and make it much, much better--whatever your current income. Sure, you're thinking, but can I become as wealthy as that lofty top1% of taxpayers who get all the breaks? Quite possibly. Okay, but what are the risks? Petillo's straight, simple advice is tailor-made for people who don't have a lot of money to spare--or to lose. You'll learn safe, proven wealth-building strategies that cover all the major components of a cautious, balanced financial plan. Paul Petillo shows you how to: Invest in mutual funds, bonds, real estate, and annuitiesAvoid financial disastersTracking your debt and create a plan for staying out of itMake a roadmap for buying a home, saving for college, and retiring richFind safe, rewarding investments right in your own backyardPlay the market without buying stocks So don't just sit around waiting for your ship to come in. Read "Building Wealth in a Paycheck to Paycheck World" and launch it yourself
Reflex Canon 100D - Canon f3.5
Vendo canon 100D usata pochissimo, con obiettivo Canon ,con meno di scatti. Tenuta in modo maniacale, ancora con tutti gli imballi originali. Regalo scheda 16gb SD, 2 batterie, 2 caricatori. Specifiche Tecniche Ulteriori informazioni su Canon EOS 100D, funzionalità e caratteristiche. 18 megapixel CMOS CMOS da 18 megapixel Great low light shots Splendidi scatti anche in condizioni di scarsa illuminazione Velocità di scatto rapida Filmati con messa a fuoco automatica continua Touch screen ampio e luminoso per una chiara visualizzazione delle immagini Powerful DIGIC processing Potente elaborazione DIGIC Stunning p movies Incredibili video Full HD p EOS Companion App Impara a conoscere la tua fotocamera e il mondo della fotografia con questa applicazione gratuita Automatically analyse your scene and select the best settings Analizza automaticamente la scena e seleziona l'impostazione più adatta On camera guide to help you learn Guida interna alla fotocamera per aiutarti ad acquisire nuove competenze Apply creative effects to your iamges Applica effetti creativi alle immagini Garantisce immagini correttamente esposte in qualsiasi condizione di illuminazione Easily apply a look to your shots in the Basic zone Arricchisci i tuoi scatti con nuovi elementi grazie all'opzione Basic zone Choice of AF points for creative framing Ampia scelta di punti di messa a fuoco automatica per inquadrature creative Easily create engaging movies Semplice creazione di filmati appassionanti
The Book of Family Prayer
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Webber, Robert E., PUBLISHER: Hendrickson Publishers, In an age where social isolation is as much a reality within our homes and families as it is in the outside world, Robert Webber invites us to turn off the television, and remember again what day this is, what season" to participate in a celebration of life's special occasions, joys, and difficulties as a family. With responsive readings of prayer and scripture such as are found in the widely used and revered "Book of Common Prayer, The Book of Family Prayer" provides a setting in which families can participate and grow in the often poetic and dynamically enriching discipline of household worship and devotion. Sections for all the seasons of the church year, special occasions, and non-festive seasons that include points of interest and discussion questions encourage families to grow in their awareness of the wonderful life around them and to mark the time that we might learn to be increasingly mindful of who we are as Christians and members of a family. ""The Book of Family Prayer" is a wonderful resource in bringing the life of prayer into the daily junctures of family experience. I commend it to you." " Richard J. Foster, author of "The Celebration of Discipline" and "Freedom of Simplicity" "For years I have been promising myself to compose and collect appropriate prayers for family] gatherings. Now the work has already been done The Mainses will be using "The Book of Family Prayer" in our own home." " Karen Mains, author of "Open Heart, Open Home" and "The Key to a Loving Heart"
The Fields of Electronics: Understanding Electronics Using
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morrison, Ralph, PUBLISHER: Wiley-Interscience, A practical new approach that brings together circuit theory and field theory for the practicing engineer To put it frankly, the traditional education of most engineers and scientists leaves them often unprepared to handle many of the practical problems they encounter. The Fields of Electronics: Understanding Electronics Using Basic Physics offers a highly original correction to this state of affairs. Most engineers learn circuit theory and field theory separately. Electromagnetic field theory is an important part of basic physics, but because it is a very mathematical subject, the connection to everyday problems is not emphasized. Circuit theory, on the other hand, is by its nature very practical. However, circuit theory cannot describe the nature of a facility, the interconnection of many pieces of hardware, or the power grid that interfaces each piece of hardware. The Fields of Electronics offers a unique approach that brings the physics and the circuit theory together into a seamless whole for today's practicing engineers. With a clear focus on the real-world problems confronting the practitioner in the field, the book thoroughly details the principles that apply to: * Capacitors, inductors, resistors, and transformers * Utility power and circuit concepts * Grounding and shielding * Radiation * Analog and digital signals * Facilities and sites Written with very little mathematics, and requiring only some background in electronics, this book provides an eminently useful new way to understand the subject of electronics that will simplify the work of every novice, experienced engineer, and scientist. Acquista Ora
Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Diamond, Jared, PUBLISHER: Viking Books, In his million-copy bestseller "Guns, Germs, and Steel," Jared Diamond examined how and why Western civilizations developed the technologies and immunities that allowed them to dominate much of the world. Now in this brilliant companion volume, Diamond probes the other side of the equation: What caused some of the great civilizations of the past to collapse into ruin, and what can we learn from their fates? As in "Guns, Germs, and Steel," Diamond weaves an all-encompassing global thesis through a series of fascinating historical-cultural narratives. Moving from the Polynesian cultures on Easter Island to the flourishing American civilizations of the Anasazi and the Maya and finally to the doomed Viking colony on Greenland, Diamond traces the fundamental pattern of catastrophe. Environmental damage, climate change, rapid population growth, and unwise political choices were all factors in the demise of these societies, but other societies found solutions and persisted. Similar problems face us today and have already brought disaster to Rwanda and Haiti, even as China and Australia are trying to cope in innovative ways. Despite our own societyas apparently inexhaustible wealth and unrivaled political power, ominous warning signs have begun to emerge even in ecologically robust areas like Montana. Brilliant, illuminating, and immensely absorbing, "Collapse" is destined to take its place as one of the essential books of our time, raising the urgent question: How can our world best avoid committing ecological suicide?
Writing Huck Finn: Mark Twain's Creative Process
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Doyno, Victor A., PUBLISHER: University of Pennsylvania Press, In "Writing Huck Finn," Vic Doyno offers a new, accessible, and innovative approach to America's favorite novel. He presents new material from the revised manuscript of "Huckleberry Finn" and also draws upon Samuel Clemen's unpublished family journal, his correspondence, and his concerns about the lack of an international copyright law. Doyno focuses on Twain's creative artistry in stylistic matters, such as tone of voice, characterization, humor, plot, description, and imagery, using genetic criticism to reveal how the novel grew through creative revision. He also uses the evidence from the manuscript to explore new thematic interpretations about the role of nobility and religion in the novel. Generations of readers have loved Twain's masterpiece but have been confused or vexed by the novel's ending. Doyno offers some surprising information about topics as varied as literacy, the economics of authorship, and the leasing of Black convicts. This information provides a new, coherent, and satisfying reading of the ending. Although there have been several perceptive books about "Huckleberry Finn," none reveals so much about the composition process and about how Twain created his meanings. Creative writers will be fascinated to learn how Twain revised his work-in-progress to sustain the reader's interest, scholars of American literature will discover many new interpretations-- and all readers will gain new perspectives on this rewarding masterpiece and on the survival of our national literature.
The World Almanac for Kids
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: World Almanac, Editors Of / World Almanac, PUBLISHER: World Almanac Books, A special 10th Anniversary edition of the #1 selling kids almanac in the world Kids love The World Almanac For Kids, since it helps them explore the world around them, and delve more deeply into subjects that attract them. Parents love it, since it keeps young minds occupied and encourages kids to learn on their own. Teachers and educators love it, since it stimulates learning while piquing kids' interest. Since the first edition was published 10 years ago, The World Almanac For Kids has sold more than 2.5 million copies, appeared on national bestseller lists, received numerous awards, become a staple in libraries, classrooms, and homes, and been adopted by every major kids' book club and book fair. Like every new edition, The World Almanac For Kids is an indispensable reference, extensively updated with the latest information on topics of importance to kids. It also continues the tradition of providing an irresistible, kid-friendly mix, with color photos, bold graphics, color maps and flags, "All Abouts," fun facts, "Did You Knows," games, puzzles, jokes, web links, and much more. Highlights include: "Special 10th anniversary features "A student-friendly "Homework Help" section, and plenty of practical homework hints throughout the book ""On the Job" interviews with people in fascinating occupations "All new "Faces & Places" chapter "A revised and updated sports section "Up-to-date and fascinating information on hundreds of topics, from aardvarks to Zulus, and everything in between
You Have It In You!: Empowered To Do The Impossible
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brady, Sheryl, PUBLISHER: Howard Books, By exploring the lives of the Bible's most remarkable characters, we can learn how to dig deep within ourselves and find the strength to overcome and succeed in any situation. Some of the most talented, faithful, and amazing people in the Bible didn't know that they had it in them either--not until God revealed to them the truth about their identity and abilities, often in the midst of perilous trials and challenging situations. Like these heroes of Christianity, all of us have untapped talents, unclaimed abilities, and unmerited gifts waiting to be discovered inside us. Pastor Sheryl Brady believes God wants us to peel away the layers we try to hide behind, dissolve the excuses we use as camouflage, and reveal the beauty of our true selves. By sharing her own life journey as well as examples from history and current culture, Brady challenges us to reconsider the way we see ourselves and to re-frame our own understanding of how we got there. "You Have It in You" ""asks: Do you know what you're made of? More importantly, do you want to discover the strengths lying dormant inside you? Brady hopes you will be inspired to reconsider challenges as opportunities for self-discovery and faith-enrichment. She believes she can inspire in you a new perspective on all that God has brought you through and a greater awareness of all that you've accomplished and endured.
Tapis Roulant PRO-FORM 3.8
Inclinazione elettrica della pedana da corsa: premendo i tasti di selezione rapida sulla consolle si regola l'inclinazione fino al 10%, simulando così la corsa in salita. Velocità da 0,8 a 16 km/h con Sistema Quick Speed, che permette di selezionare la velocità desiderata premendo un tasto della consolle. Superficie di corsa antiscivolo confortevole e ampia di 51x140 cm. Ottimo sistema di ammortizzazione Flex Response (brevetto Proform) che riduce l'impatto della corsa in modo considereveole 16 programmi di allenamento + 1 manuale, di cui o 6 preimpostati a variazione combinata di velocità e inclinazione, o 8 programmi per la perdita peso, che variano velocità e inclinazione mantenedo un livello blando di allenamento, bruciando i grassi in modo corretto e permanente. o 2 Learn personalizzabili. Ottima struttura che consente un elevato peso massimo utente fino a 135 Kg. Grazie al sistema Space Saver il tapis roulant ProForm 3.8 può essere piegato verticalmente per riporlo dove è disponibile meno spazio, con sistema di apertura facilitata al fine di ridurre lo sforzo sulla schiena. Sensore palmare EKG Grip Pulse per la rilevazione della frequenza cardiaca: stringendo i sensori metallici posti sui maniglione della consolle. Display grafico 32 x 128 ad alta definizione LCD per un feedback costante su velocità, tempo, distanza, calorie consumate, inclinazione e pulsazioni. Ventilatore Coolaire che simula una lieve brezza per rendere l'allenamento ancora più simile alla corsa all'aperto. Prezzo LEGGERMENTE trattabile.
To 'Joy My Freedom to 'Joy My Freedom: Southern Black
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hunter, Tera, PUBLISHER: Harvard University Press, As the Civil War drew to a close, newly emancipated black women workers made their way to Atlanta--the economic hub of the newly emerging urban and industrial south--in order to build an independent and free life on the rubble of their enslaved past. In an original and dramatic work of scholarship, Tera Hunter traces their lives in the postbellum era and reveals the centrality of their labors to the African-American struggle for freedom and justice. Household laborers and washerwomen were constrained by their employers' domestic worlds but constructed their own world of work, play, negotiation, resistance, and community organization. Hunter follows African-American working women from their newfound optimism and hope at the end of the Civil War to their struggles as free domestic laborers in the homes of their former masters. We witness their drive as they build neighborhoods and networks and their energy as they enjoy leisure hours in dance halls and clubs. We learn of their militance and the way they resisted efforts to keep them economically depressed and medically victimized. Finally, we understand the despair and defeat provoked by Jim Crow laws and segregation and how they spurred large numbers of black laboring women to migrate north. Hunter weaves a rich and diverse tapestry of the culture and experience of black women workers in the post-Civil War south. Through anecdote and data, analysis and interpretation, she manages to penetrate African-American life and labor and to reveal the centrality of women at the inception--and at the heart--of the new south.
Embracing Fear: And Finding the Courage to Live Your Life
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rutledge, Thom / Oriah Mountain Dreamer, PUBLISHER: HarperOne, Fear takes many forms -- dread, worry, panic, anxiety, self-consciousness, superstition, and negativity -- and manifests itself in many ways -- avoidance, procrastination, judgment, control, agitation, and perfectionism, to name just a few. Fear is our constant companion. It haunts us day and night and prevents us from living to our potential. Whether we are afraid of the dark or of being alone, failure or commitment, public speaking or flying, fear dominates our lives, affecting nearly every decision we make."Embracing Fear" challenges us to confront and move beyond the destructive control of unhealthy fear. Utilizing the acronym F-E-A-R, psychotherapist Thom Rutledge maps out a step-by-step methodology: Face it Explore it Accept it Respond to itInstead of repressing or ignoring the voices of panic and dread, we learn that it is only through facing, exploring, accepting, and responding to fear that we free ourselves from its paralyzing grip. Combining compelling stories from the author's twenty-year practice, examples from his own struggles with addiction and depression, and practical exercises and tools, "Embracing Fear" does not pretend to teach the impossible and eliminate fear, but rather shows us that once we understand it we can live beyond its tyrannical control. This powerful life-transforming guide is for everyone who constantly worries about the "what-ifs," but is ready and willing to triumph over fear's pervasive presence once and for all.