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Where Do Presidents Come From?: And Other Presidential Stuff

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Michael Townsend, PUBLISHER: Dial, "So You Want to Be President" meets "The Far Side" Just in time for the election, Michael Townsend presents his comic book guide to everything you ever wanted to know (and maybe a few things you didn't) about the President of the United States. It's full of insanely weird facts about our leaders (Did you know that President Coolidge had a pet pygmy hippo named Billy?), as well as the history and powers of the presidency, day-to-day life, and pros and cons of the job. Even the most mundane of facts become hilarious in this brilliantly cheeky guide to our nation's MVP.

The Bloomberg Way: A Guide for Reporters and Editors

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Winkler, Matthew, PUBLISHER: Bloomberg Press, The definitive guide to reporting and editing the story of money As more and more people are affected by the actions of Wall Street and the federal government, financial reporting has become even more important. Bloomberg's reputation for fast, accurate reporting is widely known and respected among not only journalists, but the general public. "The Bloomberg Way, " an internal Bloomberg publication for nearly twenty years, reflects the new realities of journalism where speed is paramount, the impact of news is instantaneous, and the lines between objectivity and opinion are increasingly blurred. "The Bloomberg Way" is the most thorough and comprehensive guide to reporting and editing the story of money. Outlining the central principles of Bloomberg News, this book is an essential guide for both journalism professionals and students, and will put any writer in a better position to report with accuracy and honesty.Details the basic tenets of solid reporting, the five F's: Factual, First, Fastest, Final, and FutureDiscusses the essentials of writing a good lead and offers insights on the proper use of voiceAddresses how to keep opinion and speculation out of your writing and how to organize storylines when preparing for breaking news on anything from an earnings release to a market crash "The Bloomberg Way" is the most important writer's resource of one of the largest news organizations in the world. It informs as it instructs, with coverage of essential topics ranging from how to conduct effective interviews to the importance of accuracy and integrity of news gathers and reporters.

The Story of the Bible

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pingry, Patricia A., PUBLISHER: Ideals Publications, This spectacular volume spans the time from the pyramids to the present day. Here are the stories of the writing of Genesis and Joshua, the times and tribulations of the prophets, the songs and Psalms of David, the story of the wisest man in the world, Solomon, and accounts of the fall of Judea and Israel. There is the triumphant story of Jesus Christ and His apostles, from the twelve to Luke and Paul, perhaps the most influential man in the history of Christianity. But the story doesn't stop there. There is the account of the Gutenberg press that changed Bible making forever, the story of Jerome, Wyckliff, and Tyndale, who suffered for their work. And finally, this story of the Bible ends with the making of what has been called the greatest literary achievement in the world, The Authorized King James Version of .

Government and Business: American Political Economy in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lehne, Richard, PUBLISHER: Chatham House Publishers, Richard Lehne offers a comprehensive overview of government-business relations, comparing institutions and practices in the United States with those in the European Union and other major industrial nations. He argues that present-day policies defining arrangements between government and business are not inevitable but result from the societal judgments of various eras. Recognizing diverse traditions and previous policy decisions helps guide the process of reform and renewal that nations throughout the world are now experiencing.

Gourmet Getaways: 50 Top Spots to Cook and Learn

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: David, Joe, PUBLISHER: GPP Travel, Cook your way across the U.S.A. Foodies of all stripes and sensibilities--from budding chefs to kitchen divas--will flock to this where-to travel guide detailing fifty of America's top recreational cooking programs. "Gourmet Getaways" is the essential guide to planning and getting the most out of a culinary vacation, whether one is a beginning cook or an accomplished gourmet. From well-known culinary schools to country inns, from a weekend to a week, it offers in-depth descriptions of a variety of cooking school getaway options, with additional information on accommodations and local attractions. Bonus features include recipes, cooking tips, and chef profiles. California's COPIA in the Napa Valley, Wisconsin's Destination Koehler, and Virginia's Inn at Little Washington are just a few of the outstanding and eclectic getaways profiled. Whatever one's skill level, budget, or schedule, "Gourmet Getaways" has everyone covered.

The Royal Line of Succession: The British Monarchy from

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ashdown, Dulcie M., PUBLISHER: Pitkin, A fully illustrated and informative look at each of the royal houses in Great Britain--from Anglo-Saxon monarchs through to today's royal family, the House of Windsor. Each highly detailed family tree demonstrates the connections between each King and Queen and their royal ancestors, and an explanation of the order of succession provides a valuable insight into the historic passing of the crown.

The jungle book

Rudyard Kipling Here are the famous stories of how Mowgli came to the wolf pack, learned the law of the jungle from Baloo the bear, Bagheera the black panther, and Kaa the python, and killed the evil tiger Shere Khan. (cod. I_)

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GARANZIA 2 ANNI - Clienti in tutta italia NO COSTI EXTRA CAVI SPEDIZIONE IN 48 ORE CONTATTO WHATZ oppure Skype: dsdhomecinema The New Standard in Home Theater The OPPO UDP-K Ultra HD Blu-ray player provides an unmatched A/V experience to home theater enthusiasts. Drawing from over a decade's worth of experience in advanced image processing technology and high fidelity audio performance, the UDP-203 is the ideal source to complete the ultimate home theater and sound room.

The Beer-Taster's Log: A World Guide to More Than Beers

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Robertson, James D., PUBLISHER: Storey Publishing, This complete reference rates more than beers for aroma, balance, appearance, and more.

The Good Jewish Home

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bloom, Emily Haft / Jayjay Studios, PUBLISHER: M Q Publications, The Good Jewish Home offers thoughts, ideas, and guidance on how to celebrate your Jewish heritage in a modern family setting. Track the origins of the Jewish faith, understand the events in the Jewish life cycle from the bris or baby naming to the rituals of shiva, how-to hold a Jewish wedding and what to do during the major festivals throughout the year, including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover, Purim and Hanukkah. The Good Jewish Home includes a brief history of Jewish thought, passages and ideas from biblical text and how they can guide modern daily life, inspiration from great Jewish thinkers and leaders, a discussion of Jewish family roles as they appear in the Torah, and Shabbat's importance as a weekly ritual to reinforce Jewish tradition. As a special bonus throughout the book, Emily Haft Bloom has included simple recipes for traditional Jewish dishes that the modern family can create in their own kitchen: everything from a traditional Shabbat dinner menu to holiday dishes like latkes, honey cake, vegetable kugel, hamantaschen, brisket, stuffed cabbage and tzimmes. The Good Jewish Home gives recommendations on how to meld established religious observance with practical contemporary practices. Let this book guide your family to good Jewish living.

A Popular Guide Through the Old Testament

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Newland, Mary Reed, PUBLISHER: Saint Mary's Press, Beginners in scriptural study and scholars alike will benefit from this overview of the major themes of the Hebrew scripture.

Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Murray, Jon / Williams, Jeff / Everist, Richard, PUBLISHER: Lonely Planet, -- 32-page full-colour safari guide -- extensive coverage of national parks and game reserves -- the lowdown on the surf scene, historic wineries and trekking -- essential travel advice, from riding on local transport to health and safety -- hundreds of accomodation and dining options, of all budgets

The African-American Bookshelf

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mason, Clifford, PUBLISHER: Citadel Press, Much more than a cursory list of must-reads, The African-American Bookshelf provides sharp political commentary on and meaningful critiques of the classic works on subjects of interest to all Americans -- from politics and sports to the arts, and from cultural trends and civil rights to military history. Author and scholar Clifford Mason explores titles that are obscure and well-known, from the canonical (Booker T. Washington's Up From Slavery) to the radical (David Walker's Appeal to the Coloured Citizens of the World). Including books written by authors from the beginning of the country's history to contemporary writers (ranked from #1 to #50 in order of importance), Mason guides the reader through the highlights -- and lowlights -- of America's past. The African-American Bookshelf illustrates the contributions of black men and women to every part of the nation's history. This essential volume belongs in the library of every informed American reader and will appeal to scholars and historians as well as students of history and literature. Acquista Ora

Fishes of the Minnesota Region

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Phillips, Gary L. / Underhill, James C. / Schmid, William D., PUBLISHER: University of Minnesota Press, "Fishes of the Minnesota Region " was first published in . Minnesota Archive Editions uses digital technology to make long-unavailable books once again accessible, and are published unaltered from the original University of Minnesota Press editions. From Northern Pike to the Walleye, this is the definitive guide to all of Minnesota's 149 kinds of fishes. Illustrated with over 80 color photographs, this book will appeal to enthusiastic anglers as well as curious naturalists. Along with a guide to identification, the authors cover habitat, distribution, conservation, and even some recipes. If you catch a fish from one of Minnesota's lakes you'll find a description of it in this book.

3 libri GMAT, anche con codici, mai utilizzati

Vendo 3 testi ufficiali per preparazione del GMAT, versione . Mai utilizzati, nuovi! Comprensivi di codici per esercitazioni, alla fine di ogni libro. 30 euro (55 sarebbe il prezzo su Amazon) This is the only official study guide from the creators of the test and delivers more than 900 retired GMAT(R) questions and answer explanations and a 100- question diagnostic exam to help focus your test preparation efforts. NEW to The Official Guide for GMAT(R) Review : * Access to the online Question Bank including more than 900 practice questions of all types with answers and explanations, math review, essay topics, and a diagnostic test, as well as access to 50 online integrated reasoning questions. * Exclusive access to videos from real test takers and GMAC staff who share insight and tips on GMAT(R) preparation.

Identifying Military Insignia

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fowler, Will, PUBLISHER: Booksales, The new compact guide to military insignia from around the world, concentrating especially on the U.S. and Europe. Organized by location on a uniform, enabling speedy access to a desired identification. Insignia variations and historical background are also discussed. Full color.

Praying the Rosary: The Joyful, Fruitful, Sorrowful, and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dicharry, Warren F., PUBLISHER: Liturgical Press, This guide and commentary on the mysteries of the Rosary refocuses our meditation on the true center of the Rosary: the mysteries of Christ's birth, death, and resurrection.

Massachusetts General Hospital Manual of Oral and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Massachusetts General Hospital / Donoff, R. Bruce, PUBLISHER: C.V. Mosby, This new third edition provides all of the essential information residents and surgeons need in a succinct outline format. The manual is packed with a multitude of algorithms that guide the reader step-by-step through procedural decisions. The Basic Care Guidelines explain everything from hospital protocols to postoperative care. And the Specific Care Guidelines discuss salivary gland disease, odontogenic infection, cancer in the oral cavity and oropharynx, nerve injury, and more

Escoffier: Le Guide Culinaire

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Escoffier, Auguste / Cracknell, H. L. / Kaufmann, R. J., PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, Georges Auguste Escoffier first published "Le Guide Culinaire" in , and continued to expand and update the book himself through its fourth edition in . Nearly a century later, "Le Guide Culinaire" remains the top reference to classic French cuisine. This newest revision of Escoffier's masterpiece is an authentic, unabridged translation of the fourth edition, and includes more than narrative recipes. The book covers all the staples of classic French and international cookery, from sauces, soups, garnishes, and hors d'oeuvres to fish, meat, poultry, and game to sweet puddings and desserts, ices, and poached fruits, jams, and drinks. The book also includes a selection of menus, a comprehensive glossary, and conversion information. And in addition to Escoffier's original Forewords, this revised edition also includes all-new forewords from two of today's top chefs: Heston Blumenthal, chef and owner of the award-winning Fat Duck restaurant in England, and Tim Ryan, president of The Culinary Institute of America. Just as relevant today as it was one hundred years ago, this invaluable book is a must-have for every chef, culinary student, and food enthusiast.

From Brokenness to Community

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Vanier, Jean, PUBLISHER: Paulist Press, The lectures in this volume witness the importance of the meeting between the university of the learned and the university of the poor. From them a deep understanding of true discipleship emerges.

Literature Searching in Science, Technology, and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pritchard, Eileen / Scott, Paula, PUBLISHER: Heinemann Educational Books, Written from both the librarian's and scientist's point of view, this book is a comprehensive guide to conducting searches of scientific, agricultural, and technological literature. The beginning user will find the work a valuable introduction to search and retrieval techniques, while the experienced user will welcome the volume's overview of the most recent methods and strategies. Because the library is no longer the only place where a researcher may conduct literature searches, this revised edition gives extensive attention to electronic searches from remote sites, such as computers at the home or office. Searching for information is changing from the traditional library setting to the remote environment. Written from both the librarian's and scientist's perspectives, this comprehensive guide overviews fundamental and advanced methods of conducting scientific, technological, and agricultural literature searches from libraries and remote sites, such as computers at the home or office. Beginners will find this book a useful introduction to search and retrieval techniques. At the same time, the computerization of libraries has been so rapid that the experienced researcher will also benefit from this work. The first part of the book overviews and discusses available information sources. The second and third parts examine ways of finding these information sources in the library, and techniques of searching and retrieving this information via computer from outside the library. The volume explains the pathway of information in literature, methods of identifying and citing literature, the usefulness of the online catalog, the special features of abstracts and indexes, the nature of online searching, and the significance of the Internet to users in scientific and research environments. The final chapter gives special attention to the electronic library and the World Wide Web. A concise bibliography directs the reader to some of the most important aids for literature searching.

The Everything Christmas Book: Stories, Songs, Food,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Adams Media, PUBLISHER: Adams Media Corporation, The Everything "RM" Christmas Book has it all There are party ideas, stories and poems, customs and traditions, gift ideas, and a history of Christmas around the world. From the tradition of mistletoe to The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, from the lyrics of favorite carols to the date of the tree-lighting at the White House, The Everything Christmas Book is a classic to share with family and friends:

Black and Mormon

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bringhurst, Newell G. / Smith, Darron T., PUBLISHER: University of Illinois Press, The year marked the twenty-fifth anniversary of the lifting of the ban excluding black members from the priesthood of the Mormon church. The articles collected in Newell G. Bringhurst and Darron T. Smith's Black and Mormon look at the mechanisms used to keep blacks from full participation, the motives behind the ban, and the kind of changes that have--and have not--taken place within the church since the revelation responsible for its end. This challenging collection is required reading for anyone concerned with the history of racism, discrimination, and the Latter-day Saints.

The Illustrated Key to the Tarot

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: de Laurence, L. W., PUBLISHER: Standard Publications, Destiny is not some planed and unchangeable road imposed on life. Tarot, as a system of interpretation, can discover many secrets of your destiny by the way of the Major and Minor Arcana. Tarot cards can give you an answer to almost any question and can uncover solutions to the problems before you. They can warn you of dangers or assure you of your decisions. They are your guide on the road of life. Simply present your question and follow the rules of the tarot to find your answer. This book is the traditional guide to reading the tarot. It presents you with the meanings of all of the cards, even their specific tricks and pitfalls. It will also show you exactly how to lay out the cards and the exact methods that are best used when divining from your Tarot deck.

Lonely Planet Victoria: Australia Guide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Armstrong, Mark, PUBLISHER: Lonely Planet, -- details on the best galleries, gardens, wineries, markets and festivals -- the pick of Melbourne's fantastic restaurants, cafes and bars -- extensive coverage of national parks, with details on outdoor activities including bushwalking and skiing -- accommodation options from bush campsites to beach resorts

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