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Germany the Land
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lane, Kathryn, PUBLISHER: Crabtree Publishing Company, Four new countries and nine updated editions have been added to Bobbie Kalman's popular Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series. These powerful and intimate portraits of countries use up-to-date information and full-color photography. Presented in a mini series format, three books per country ensures thorough coverage of all the important aspects. It also allows more students to work on different projects at the same time. Covering more than basic history and geography, students will be fascinated to learn about: -- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders -- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women -- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and more The breathtaking land of Germany is featured from its rolling hills, forests, and mighty rivers, to the snow-capped Bavarian Alps in the southeast. Captivating full-color photos help convey Germany's beautiful landscape as well as its large cities, industry, farming and the environment. Topics include: -- the center of Europe -- the Black Forest, Bavarian Alps, and Rhine River -- the German people -- Bavarians, Saxons, Turks, and Europeans -- Berlin and other bustling cities -- transportation and the car industry -- factories and farms -- joining the European Union -- wildlife -- cleaning up the environment Acquista Ora
Does This Collar Make My Butt Look Big?: A Diet Book for
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harris, Dena, PUBLISHER: Ten Speed Press, This diet-guide parody shows "extra furry" cats how to get svelte with kitty-specific versions of popular weight-loss and fitness regimes like the Zone, South Beach, Mayo Clinic, and French Women Don't Get Fat (But Their Cats Do). Americans own more than 86 million cats, and the wild popularity of cat videos--from YouTube to the Internet Cat Video Film Festival--proves that cat-lovers can't get enough kitty humor. This book pokes fun at tubby tabbies--the world's cutest (and surliest) fat creatures--with laugh-out-loud details that will tickle the funnybone of anyone "owned" by a cat. Lampooning trendy weight-loss regimes and health gurus, this book will also make people feel better about their own battle of the bulge in comparison to cats' insatiable appetites and lazy lifestyles. By eating right for their blood type, sourcing raw and living foods, joining Weight Stalkers, avoiding toxic treats, and exercising while lying down, felines of every shape (round) and size (round) will soon be motivated to ditch the fifth serving of Beef Morsels in Gravy for fresh, local options like that vole in the backyard.
Suncatcher 2/E -Op/51
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chase, Carole F. / L'Engle, Madeleine, PUBLISHER: Innisfree Press, For half a century, Madeleine L'Engle has been cherished by young and old for her classic YA books, such as A Wrinkle in Time, A Ring of Endless Light, and A Swiftly Tilting Planet, and for her 50-plus adult fiction, poetry, and spiritual titles. Now, in celebration of L'Engle's 80th birthday (November ) and the 35th anniversary of her Newbery Medal for A Wrinkle in Time, the original publication Madeleine L'Engle, Suncatcher has been retitled and completely updated. As the only analysis of the complete works of this popular and prolific author, Madeleine L'Engle, Storyteller: The Spiritual Vision of a Remarkable Writer presents an insightful and comprehensive study of L'Engle's writings, her beliefs, and her spiritual vision. In addition to excerpts from over 30 of her books, readers will find particularly useful and fascinating charts of L'Engle's published works, a chronology of her life and books, a chart of the interrelationship of L'Engle's characters, plus a thorough index. Her many fans, children's literature and creative writing professors, and librarians will be enthusiastic about this updated edition with a foreword by Madeleine L'Engle, information on her newest and forthcoming titles, and expanded appendices. In addition to the trade paperback, a limited-print-run 80th birthday commemorative hardcover edition is being released.
The Genius in My Basement: The Biography of a Happy Man
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Masters, Alexander, PUBLISHER: Fourth Estate, Alexander Masters tripped over his first book subject on a Cambridge sidewalk, and the result was the multi-award-winning bestseller "Stuart: A Life Backwards." His second, he's found under his floorboards. One of the greatest mathematical prodigies of the twentieth century, Simon Norton stomps around Alexander's basement in semidarkness, dodging between stalagmites of bus timetables and engorged plastic bags, eating tinned kippers stirred into packets of Bombay mix. Simon is exploring a theoretical puzzle so complex and critical to our understanding of the universe that it is known as the Monster. It looks like a sudoku table--except a sudoku table has nine columns of numbers. The Monster has columns. But that's not the whole story. What's inside the decaying sports bag he never lets out of his clutches? Why does he hurtle out of the house in the middle of the night? And--good God --what is that noxious smell that creeps up the stairwell? Grumpy, poignant, comical--more intimate than either the author or his quarry intended--"Simon: The Genius in My Basement" is the story of a friendship and a pursuit. Part biography, part memoir, and part popular science, it is a study of the frailty of brilliance, the measures of happiness, and Britain's most uncooperative egghead eccentric.
Quinceanera]
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Salcedo, Michele, PUBLISHER: Henry Holt & Company, High Heels and lipstick. A beautiful ball gown. A bejeweled crown glistening in the spotlight as a father whirls a young girl out of childhood and into adolescence. One of the most beautiful and significant rituals in the Latino community, the quinceanera is a special birthday party, an all-day cultural and social event that begins a Latina's passage into womanhood at age fifteen. Though some scholars trace its roots back to ancient Indian civilizations, the celebration is becoming increasingly popular among the 25 million Hispanics who live in this country today. This handsome volume is the first book specially designed to help mothers, daughters, and grandmothers plan and create a quinces that will rival any fairy tale. Its fifteen chapters present hundreds of ideas for handling all the important details, from choosing the "Court of Honor" -- the fourteen boys and girls attending the honoree -- to selecting invitations, attire, decorations, music, and more. A comprehensive Resource Guide tells readers where to find dresses, caterers, photographers, and other services across the country. With sixteen pages of beautiful color photographs, and traditions drawn from Mexican, Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Central and South American cultures, Quinceanera will make an exquisite gift book for one of the most memorable days in a Hispanic girl's life.
WWE Biografie e Compilation2
Biografie dei campioni della WWE, Compilation WWE, WCW e ECW Brock Lesnar Here Comes The Pain Collector's Edition Brock LEsnar Here Comes The Pain Undertaker 15-0 Undertaker The Streak The Undertaker's Deadliest Matches Tombstone The history of The Undertaker NWO The Revolution The Monday Night War Rise and Fall of ECW The Greatest Hell in a Cell Matches of All Time WWE Superstar Collection Kofi Kingston WWE Superstar Collection Daniel Bryan WWE Superstar Collection Sheamus WWE Superstar Collection John Cena WWE Superstar Collection Zack Ryder WWE Superstar Collection Rey Mysterio WWE Superstar Collection Shawn Michaels WWE Superstar Collection Randy Orton Breaking the Code: Behind the Walls of Chris Jericho The Big Show's A Giant's World Stone Cold Steve Austin: The Bottom Line on the Most Popular Superstar of All Time The Legacy of Stone Cold Steve Austin Austin vs McMahon Austin 3:16 Mick Foley Greatest Hits and Misses Enigma The Best of Jeff Hardy Jeff Hardy My Life My Rules Hulk Hogan's Unreleased Collector's Series Hulk Hogan The Ultimate Collection Rey Mysterio The Biggest Little Man The New and Improved DX D-Generation X Edge a Decade of Decadence You Think You Know Me? The Story of Edge DX One Last Stand Rey Mysterio The Life of a Masked Man N.B. Il prezzo NON è per l'intera collezione, ma per ogni singolo titolo
Meet Joe Copper: Masculinity and Race on Montana's World War
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Basso, Matthew, PUBLISHER: The University of Chicago Press, "I realize that I am a soldier of production whose duties are as important in this war as those of the man behind the gun." So began the pledge that many home front men took at the outset of World War II when they went to work in the factories, fields, and mines while their compatriots fought in the battlefields of Europe and on the bloody beaches of the Pacific. The male experience of working and living in wartime America is rarely examined, but the story of men like these provides a crucial counter-narrative to the national story of Rosie the Riveter and GI Joe that dominates scholarly and popular discussions of World War II. In "Meet Joe Copper," Matthew L. Basso describes the formation of a powerful, white, working-class masculine ideology in the decades prior to the war, and shows how it thrived--on the job, in the community, and through union politics. Basso recalls for us the practices and beliefs of the first- and second-generation immigrant copper workers of Montana while advancing the historical conversation on gender, class, and the formation of a white ethnic racial identity. "Meet Joe Copper" provides a context for our ideas of postwar masculinity and whiteness and finally returns the men of the home front to our reckoning of "The Greatest Generation" and the New Deal era.
Popular Science- Caccia spaziale di asteroidi e antimateria
Edizione italiana di una delle più prestigiose riviste scientifiche internazionali, che generalmente tratta argomenti scientifici di estremo interesse e utilità. Temi così interessanti che facilmente affascinano e coinvolgono il lettore. In questo numero l'articolo cardine, quasi un dossier, riguarda gli asteroidi e l'antimateria nello spazio. Altre pagine c'informano sulle scoperte e invenzioni che ci facilitano la vita, dalla tecnica al campo sanitario. Infatti, troviamo scritti su nuove terapie per combattere l'Alzheimer; scoperte e conferme sul rapporto vaccini e automatismo. Tra le invenzioni: un aereo elettrico che non ha bisogno di una pista; il Radar Termico per una visione infrarossi a 360 gradi; la siringa che blocca le ferite di guerra in 15 secondi eccetera. Una cosa rivoluzionaria è quella di caricare l'Umanità su un Pc: Randal Koene ha un piano che permetterà di far vivere per sempre e che consiste nel caricare il cervello umano in un computer. Come è accaduto per il passato, la fantascienza di oggi potrebbe essere la realtà del futuro. Sull'utilizzo dei droni uno molto interessante potrebbe essere la mappatura in 3D delle aree ad alto rischio geologico per acquisire le necessarie informazioni per prevenire i terremoti. E tanto altro ancora. La rivista, coloratissima e illustratissima, è di grande formato: cm. 21x28, in condizioni ottime. Spese postali e di spedizione comprese.
The Favored Circle: The Social Foundations of Architectural
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stevens, Garry, PUBLISHER: MIT Press (MA), The popular view of architecture focuses on individual creative geniuses, those who have designed the most "significant" works. According to Garry Stevens, however, successful architects owe their success not so much to genius as to social background and a host of other factors that have very little to do with native talent. To concentrate only on the profession of architecture is to ignore the much larger field of architecture, which structures the entire social universe of the architect and of which architects are only one part. This book critically surveys that field, exposing many myths and debunking a number of heroes in the process. Using the conceptual apparatus of French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu, Stevens describes the field of architecture on two levels. First, he provides a detailed account of the field as it is at any given point in time, describing the different components and their relationships. Second, he analyzes the dynamics of the field through time, from the Renaissance to the present. He discusses the system of architectural education, as well as everyday aspects such as the competition for reputation. He concludes that throughout history, the most eminent architects have been connected to each other by master-pupil and collegiate relations. These networks, which still exist, provide a mechanism for architectural influence that runs parallel to that of the university-based schools.
Of Comics and Men: A Cultural History of American Comic
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gabilliet, Jean-Paul / Beaty, Bart / Nguyen, Nick, PUBLISHER: University Press of Mississippi, Originally published in France and long sought in English translation, Jean-Paul Gabilliet's "Of Comics and Men: A Cultural History of American Comic Books" documents the rise and development of the American comic book industry from the s to the present. The book intertwines aesthetic issues and critical biographies with the concerns of production, distribution, and audience reception, making it one of the few interdisciplinary studies of the art form. A thorough introduction by translators and comics scholars Bart Beaty and Nick Nguyen brings the book up to date with explorations of the latest innovations, particularly the graphic novel. The book is organized into three sections: a concise history of the evolution of the comic book form in America; an overview of the distribution and consumption of American comic books, detailing specific controversies such as the creation of the Comics Code in the mid-s; and the problematic legitimization of the form that has occurred recently within the academy and in popular discourse. Viewing comic books from a variety of theoretical lenses, Gabilliet shows how seemingly disparate issues--creation, production, and reception--are in fact connected in ways that are not necessarily true of other art forms. Analyzing examples from a variety of genres, this book provides a thorough landmark overview of American comic books that sheds new light on this versatile art form.
The Essential Gluten Free Resturant Guide
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Triumph Dining, PUBLISHER: Triumph Dining, On a gluten-free diet? Tired of not knowing where to eat? Help is here. The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide has over restaurants to choose from. In fact, if you ate at a new one every day, it would take you 18 years to get through the guide With so many choices, you'll feel like you're back in your gluten-eating days. Delight your Friend & Family Psst...Your friends and family are tired of eating at the same places. With restaurants, you can finally take them somewhere new. And, over restaurants inside have GF menus or specialties--think pizza and cupcakes Plus, find GF menus from 120 of the most popular chains, like Wendy's, Chili's, Panera, and more. Find Gluten-Free Restaurants in All 50 States With extensive listings across the entire country, find something for everyone, everywhere you want to go. Heck, we found 13 gluten-free restaurants in Bozeman, Montana. Imagine how many more are in your neck of the woods. Copies Sold Thousands of people just like you have relied on our guides since to travel freely...or to just find a new place around the corner. So what are you waiting for? Order your copy of The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide today
The Fake Heir (Nancy Drew: Girl Detective, 5)
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stefan Petrucha, PUBLISHER: Papercutz, Nancy, along with Bess and George, find the wreck of an old yacht with a safe inside full of jewelry worth a small fortune. Cousins of the Druthers, who are clients of Nancy's dad Carson Drew, owned the yacht. Their will leaves everything to Mr. Druthers, specifically excluding his spouse, (whom the cousins hated), but no one's seen him for ten years and the rumor is that Mrs. Druthers murdered him Things take a surprising turn when suddenly Mr. Druthers reappears But then Mrs. Druthers disappears Join Nancy Drew as she solves the mystery of the fake heir Ages 8 to 12. Papercutz is the exciting new graphic novel publisher that's building a huge following among the next generation of comics fans. Even the most reluctant readers are becoming addicted to the Papercutz approach of giving classic characters a modern makeover Each Papercutz graphic novel features comics stories drawn in the style of the popular Japanese comics known as manga, and beautifully rendered with state of the art color. While educators rave about the high quality of the Papercutz writing and artwork, readers 8 and up are simply enjoying the great adventures found in each fun-filled volume. Be sure to check out other Papercutz titles such as The Hardy Boys, Zorro and Totally Spies
Everybody Knows: Cynicism in America
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chaloupkia, William, PUBLISHER: University of Minnesota Press, There has never been a more cynical era in American history. Disaffection from government institutions is at an all-time high. Ordinary citizens perceive political leaders to be more manipulative and jaded than ever. In Everyday Knows, William Chaloupka scrutinizes the cynicism that is our common condition, examining both its uses in the politics of backlash and resentment and its surprisingly positive aspects. Everyday Knows traces cynicism from its classical origins but emphasizes its recent emergence in American culture and politics, following a trajectory form H. L. Mencken to Richard Nixon to Bill Clinton. Cutting neatly across ideological divisions, Chaloupka discusses the ways in which cynicism is rooted in all democratic politics, and analyzes the role of the media -- in particular, television news, political ads and speeches, and books such as E. J. Dionne's Why Americans Hate Politics and William Bennett's The Book of Virtues -- in dissecting and encouraging cynicism. Chaloupka describes mass cynicism, which permeates popular culture; outsider cynicism, which is capable of cranky, even violent disruption; and the cynicism of those in power. He argues that those who issue broad pleas for civility or a renewal of community spirit usually misunderstand the cynicism they wish to treat. He also discusses the value of a cheeky, subversive "kynicism" to evoke the lively democratic practice American society must foster.
DONALD FAGEN - THE NIGHTFLY - LP 1° stampa
Ci sono dei dischi che nascono così, perfetti fin nei dettagli, ed è proprio il caso di questo "The NIghtlfy", una vera perla dove l'ex "Steely Dan" Donald Fagen, illumina la notte. Il retaggio Steely Dan è palese - l'inconfondibile cocktail di jazz, pop, blues, funk e soul, il tocco sofisticato degli arrangiamenti, l'insistito dialogo voce-backup vocals - ma evolve verso una forma-canzone più asciutta, restringendo gli interventi strumentali. Ne scaturisce un jazz-pop vellutato, eppure capace di colpire dritto al cuore. Fagen si conferma maestro nel manipolare la musica "colta" con un'attitudine squisitamente popular, ma sfugge alla trappola del banale riadattamento alla temperie del momento: dei cliché del periodo (siamo in piena epopea 80), infatti, non v'è traccia. Così oggi "The Nightfly" non suona come "un disco degli anni 80", né si può prestare a raffronti con le opere coeve o successive. È il Dorian Gray del pop: non invecchia mai e non ha mai perso un grammo della sua bellezza. Il vinile è una prima stampa Italiana, su etichetta WB e seriale , il disco suona perfettamente ed è conservato in modo eccellente, la cover è in stato più che buono, solo uno stick che la catalogava e inoltre compreso di busta originale con testi in stato perfetto.
Beastie Boys - Licensed To Ill () Vinile LP 33"
Beastie Boys - Licensed To Ill () Def Jam Recordings, Columbia Prima Stampa Americana NM/NM Spedizione Esclusa Note The B-side run out info on this submission doesn't have the Masterdisk etched into it and also lacks the direct metal mastering stamp (DMM). Catalog numbers: FC on the jacket spine, C on the labels, on the inner sleeve Gatefold jacket with printed inner sleeve. Per Tim Neely of Goldmine: "In the s, there also were albums with three letters, usually "BFC"; these are early pressings of certain LPs that were released at a lower list price. If they became popular, they were re-released without the "B" (as "FC") with a revised bar code (usually adding an "02" to the number on the back) and a higher price." © CBS Inc./â,,-- CBS Inc./Manufactured by Columbia Records/CBS Inc. This Album Is Dedicated To Doris Keefe Horovitz Special Knowlege To Run, DMC & Jam-Master Jay Codice a barre e altri identificatori Barcode (Text): Matrix / Runout (Side A center label matrix): AL Matrix / Runout (Side B center label matrix): BL Matrix / Runout (Side A run out, etched): GeT off My BACK 666 AL-B D G1 MASTERDISK DMM Matrix / Runout (Side B run out, etched): S13MA 3 SBMOH WATCH YOUR BACK -B BL-A G3 DIA14 Rights Society: ASCAP
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.
Edith Wharton's Dialogue with Realism and Sentimental
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hoeller, Hildegard, PUBLISHER: University Press of Florida, Arguing against the prevailing view of Edith Wharton as a realist writer, Hildegard Hoeller opens up the Wharton canon by finding the "real" Wharton in the writer's sentimental voice and in her critique of realism. With this focus on a blind spot in Wharton criticism, Hoeller demonstrates that the celebrated American writer created a dialogue between the two literary traditions. Most analyses of Wharton's work describe her early triumph as a realist and then her decline in the s into sentimental fiction. Instead, Hoeller examines important sentimental moments in Wharton's "realist" masterpieces and finds realism in the sentimental "minor" work (including the undervalued novel, The Mother's Recompense). Hoeller shows that Wharton used the sentimental voice both to express the truth of female desire and to express her critique of male realism. In this, Wharton is shown to be fully in control of her art from the beginning to the end of her career. Using Wharton as a case study, Hoeller maintains that the ongoing argument about the value of American sentimental fiction could benefit by seriously considering sentimental aesthetics. Only then, she says, will the term sentimental cease to be a label for inferior, female, and popular fiction and become a serious literary concept. This innovative book will be of interest to scholars of 19th- and 20th-century American fiction as well as feminist scholars and those interested in the ongoing debate about the American literary canon.
Dolphins
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stoops, Erik Daniel / Martin, Jeffrey / Stone, Debbie Lynne, PUBLISHER: Sterling Publishing (NY), Dive into the fascinating world of dolphins and porpoises, and learn about some of the most beautiful and intriguing animals on earth. Filled with more than 100 full-color photographs, almost all taken in the wild, this informative introduction is organized in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format. Find out where dolphins live, what their bodies are like, how their senses meet the demands of life in the sea, what and how they eat, the way they reproduce and care for their young, how they protect themselves, and their relationships with people. Meet the whole family of dolphin species from the well-known Bottlenose Dolphin (made popular by the Flipper television show and film) to the extremely rare Vaquita porpoise, which only grows to an average of 4 1/2 feet long. Discover amazing facts such as that the Killer Whale is actually a dolphin, that dolphins and porpoises first swam in the seas around 12 million years ago, that they swallow their food whole, and that they use their own language to talk to each other. Learn also about how people's actions are endangering the world's dolphin population and find out what can be done to protect these intelligent and graceful creatures. 80 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 8 1/2. NEW IN PAPERBACK
Forensic Science: The Basics
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Siegel, Jay A. / Mirakovits, Kathy, PUBLISHER: CRC Press, Now in its second edition, this tremendously popular text explains every aspect of crime scene investigation, moving from basic areas of criminalistics to pathology, anthropology, and engineering. It also explores new and emerging areas such as forensic entomology. The text requires no previous knowledge of either science or law. The information is self-contained and conveyed at the lowest possible non-scientific level, making it suitable for both lower level students as well as for a general audience. It also offers a complete package of ancillary material for instructors. This forensic primer works well in conjunction with current CRC laboratory manuals. New to this edition: New co-author who is high school teacher of forensic science Computer forensic science Engineering with an emphasis on accident reconstruction and failure analysis Mini-glossary and list of acronyms Comprehensive and simple hands-on laboratory activities at the end List of websites in 'further readings' throughout that include free videos, demonstrations, etc. More end of chapter questions More figures and pictures Crime scene scenarios and how to set them up at the end of each chapter More case studies and existing case studies set off in boxes New boxes: on the Internet New boxes: a bit of history New boxes: forensic science and the law Embedded and highlighted references to material in other chapters.
Old School
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Green, Terence, PUBLISHER: Xlibris Corporation, This is a book that tells the true story of a career police officer as he advances through the ranks of the Oakland California, Police Department from a patrolman working a one man car to the Commander of the Homicide Detail. The author gives the reader an inside look at what goes on in a metropolitan police department. The time period covered is through a period in American law enforcement best characterized by the popular bumper sticker of the day DEFY AUTHORITY. This book is about a man who started out a kid on Fair Oaks Street in San Francisco and later spent 29 years learning his trade, working toward his goal; Homicide investigation, the best job in police work. It's about being a young rookie police officer learning his way in an often violent urban community. It's about working the Patrol Division, then the Traffic Division then Juvenile leading to assignments with the Fraud-Bunco Unit and Special Operations; about car chases, riots, and hostage situations. It's about the bad guys and the victims as seen through the eye of a policeman. The author lived these stories. Most importantly it's about the people he came to know and care about. The stories are told with humor and respect for his colleagues. While these incidents happened in Oakland California, they could have happened in any metropolitan community in America.
Modern Epistemology: A New Introduction
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Everitt, Nicholas / Fisher, Alec, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Langua, "A welcome and fresh addition to a market that has been dominated by rather traditional texts...instructors will enjoy teaching with it in their classrooms" -- Teaching Philosophy, March . This text offers an exceptionally lucid account of how philosophers in the 20th century have challenged the ideas of "modern" philosophers (17th century) on fundamental questions in epistemology (theory of Knowledge). Numerous examples are used to help undergraduates grasp the material. Self-study questions and further readings are included. The book sets out the traditional view that knowledge is justified true belief and then presents Gettier's challenge to this theory. Three alternative accounts of knowledge--the "reliable method" account, the "casual" account, and Nozick's "tracking" account--are examined. Fisher and Everitt argue in favor of attending to justified belief rather than knowledge and present a view which tentatively favors a "casual" theory of justified belief. Next the authors assess and reject "foundationalism," a popular position in modern philosophy. Though foundationalism about empirical beliefs is commonly discussed in textbooks, this book is unique in giving foundationalism about a priori beliefs equal and expert consideration. In the second half of the book the authors present alternatives to modern epistemology, including coherentism, Quine's "naturalized epistemology," and Rorty's critique. These discussions are undertaken with a great deal of sensitivity to the needs of the beginning student of epistemology.
Finding Camlann: A Novel
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pidgeon, Sean, PUBLISHER: W. W. Norton & Company, Despite the wealth of scholarship that pretends to offer proof, archaeologist Donald Gladstone knows there is no solid evidence that a real King Arthur ever existed. Still, the great popular tales spun by medieval historian Geoffrey of Monmouth, and embroidered by Chr tien de Troyes, Sir Thomas Malory, and so many others, must have found their inspiration somewhere. A dramatic archaeological find at Stonehenge and the rediscovery of an old Welsh battle poem, buried among the manuscripts of the Bodleian Library, open up enticing--and misleading--new possibilities. When the beguiling Julia Llewellyn, a linguist working on the Oxford English Dictionary, joins Donald on the trail of clues, their fervent enthusiasms, unusual gifts, and unfulfilled yearnings prove a combustible mix. Their impassioned search for truths buried deep in the past, amid the secret places and half-forgotten legends of the British countryside, must ultimately transform them--and all our understandings of the origins of Arthur. An intellectual and emotional journey of myriad pleasures, Finding Camlann is at its heart a love story--not only of romantic love but also the love between parents and grown children; the intense feelings of professors and students; the love of language, place, and home; and the thrill of scholarly research and detective work. Throughout, Sean Pidgeon's lyrical prose brings together history, myth, and dream, sweeping the reader into the mysteries of the past and the pure delight of storytelling.
Teach Yourself Visually Macs
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McFedries, Paul, PUBLISHER: Visual, The visual guide to getting up and running with your new Mac Macs are enjoying robust sales, and visual learners are drawn to their intuitive interface. This colorful, step-by-step guide quickly gets you up to speed on your new Mac, and if you're moving to a Mac from Windows, it smoothes the transition. Full-color screen shots and numbered, step-by-step instructions show you how to navigate the interface and explain how to attach hardware, sync mobile devices, browse the web with Safari, manage photos with iPhoto, shop at the iTunes store, and much more. There are even productivity, maintenance, and troubleshooting tips.New Mac users, those switching from Windows, and Mac veterans upgrading to the newest version of OS X will get up and running quickly and easily with this full-color, step-by-step guide Covers basic set-up, hardware add-ons, syncing iPhones and iPods to the Mac, using popular apps, browsing the Internet with Safari, and setting up e-mail Shows how to manage your photos with iPhoto and create professional-looking home movies with iMovie Includes a variety of productivity, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks as well as important details on the capabilities of Mac OS X Lion Numbered steps and colorful screen shots demonstrate each task "Teach Yourself VISUALLY Macs, 3rd Edition" is just what visual learners need to start making the most of the Mac. Acquista Ora
Bag Bazaar: 25 Stylish Bags to Sew in an Afternoon
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Avery, Megan / Urano, Shino, PUBLISHER: Potter Craft, Handbags are hotter than ever-- but so are their designer price tags. There's never been a better time to sew your own fashionable bags, and it has never been easier with designer Megan Avery as your teacher. In "Bag Bazaar," Avery presents 25 bags that even a sewing newbie can handle, in a variety of styles sure to match any look. For years, Avery has hosted bag-making workshops in her boutique. Here she shares her expert advice as well as the blueprints for her most popular designs. Beginning with a guide to basic sewing techniques, Avery then features patterns for bags that range from funky to sophisticated, from a roomy backpack and an adjustable-strap messenger bag to an evening wristlet and a pleated clutch. Also included are patterns for specialty bags such as an eco-friendly grocery tote, a laptop sleeve, and a garment bag. Need extra pockets or longer handles? All of the patterns are completely customizable. Every design is accompanied by a hip, modern illustration, and--best of all--Avery offers all the encouragement and know-how you need to invent your own unique creations. With patterns for everything from clutches and hobos to cosmetic bags and beach totes, "Bag Bazaar "shows you how to create the perfect, custom accessory--in less time than it would take to shop for one.
Outlook : Beyond the Manual
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Campbell, Tony / Hassell, Jonathan, PUBLISHER: Apress, Many people use Outlook either by choice or by force, but few of them do more than scratch the surface of the personal information managers many features. And after years of spending hours each day within Outlook, most users become at least proficient with its base features. "Outlook : Beyond the Manual" takes you to the next level, showing you how to better manage your time, tasks, mail, and activities using Outlooks sometimes hidden and sometimes undiscovered features. Freshly written for and based on Outlook , this book doesnt waste your time showing you how to send an e-mail, but tells you how to make yourself more efficient, less cluttered, and more clear about whats happening in your life. This book goes farther faster into Outlooks advanced capabilities than other books. It shows you how to take control of the flow of information and time in your life and use Outlook to keep better tabs on it. It helps you take the thinking out of e-mail management, the tedium out of appointments and meeting scheduling, and the "rottenness" out of manual tasks. Doesnt waste time with introductory features Highlights new Outlook capabilities and improvements Discusses quick troubleshooting options so you dont wait on hold with your tech support group Shows integration with other Office products (SharePoint, Word, etc.) Includes a treatment of popular Outlook add-ins and add-ons Shows programmatic/development capabilities of Outlook