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National Geographic Destinations, Beyond the Horizon

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: National Geographic Society / Unknown, PUBLISHER: National Geographic Society, These handy, take-along volumes are both beautiful destination planners and wonderful armchair adventures. Written in a warm, first-person style, the informative text plus up-to-date maps make for easy vacation planning, while the lush photography and unbeatable price make them great gift items. The first four titles are: -- Beyond the Horizon: Come to the edge of enchantment: the highlands of Venezuela, Iceland, shaped by fire and ice, and the Chinese kingdom of Muli.

Frances Willard: A Biography

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bordin, Ruth, PUBLISHER: University of North Carolina Press, Frances Willard (), national president of the WCTU, headed the first mass organization of American women, and through the work of this group, women were able to move into public life by . Willard inspired this process by her skillful leadership, her broad social vision, and her traditional womanly virtues. Although a political maverick, she won the support of the white middle class because she did not appear to challenge society's accepted ideals. Acquista Ora

The Field Guide to Geology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lambert, David / David Lambert and the Diagram Group / Diagram Group, PUBLISHER: Facts on File, This volume features excellent graphics and clear, simple field guide procedures.

The Idea of Race in Latin America:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Graham, Richard, PUBLISHER: University of Texas Press,.,."an important contribution to the far too limited literature on race and racialist thinking in Latin America." -- Hispanic American Historical Review From the mid-nineteenth century until the s, many Latin American leaders faced a difficult dilemma regarding the idea of race. On the one hand, they aspired to an ever-closer connection to Europe and North America, where, during much of this period, "scientific" thought condemned nonwhite races to an inferior category. Yet, with the heterogeneous racial makeup of their societies clearly before them and a growing sense of national identity impelling consideration of national futures, Latin American leaders hesitated. What to do? Whom to believe? Latin American political and intellectual leaders' sometimes anguished responses to these dilemmas form the subject of The Idea of Race in Latin America. Thomas Skidmore, Aline Helg, and Alan Knight have each contributed chapters that succinctly explore various aspects of the story in Brazil, Argentina, Cuba, and Mexico. While keenly alert to the social and economic differences that distinguish one Latin American society from another, each author has also addressed common issues that Richard Graham ably draws together in a brief introduction. Written in a style that will make it accessible to the undergraduate, this book will appeal as well to the sophisticated scholar.

American Indian Languages: The Historical Linguistics of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Campbell, Lyle, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Native American languages are spoken from Siberia to Greenland, and from the Arctic to Tierra del Fuego; they include the southernmost language of the world (Yaghan) and some of the northernmost (Eskimoan). Campbell's project is to take stock of what is currently known about the history of Native American languages and in the process examine the state of American Indian historical linguistics, and the success and failure of its various methodologies. There is remarkably little consensus in the field, largely due to the publication of Language in the Americas by Joseph Greenberg. He claimed to trace a historical relation between all American Indian languages of North and South America, implying that most of the Western Hemisphere was settled by a single wave of immigration from Asia. This has caused intense controversy and Campbell, as a leading scholar in the field, intends this volume to be, in part, a response to Greenberg. Finally, Campbell demonstrates that the historical study of Native American languages has always relied on up-to-date methodology and theoretical assumptions and did not, as is often believed, lag behind the European historical linguistic tradition.

The American Cowboy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: James, Will, PUBLISHER: Mountain Press Publishing Company, "The American Cowboy spans three generations of cowboys in the American West, from the young trail boss of the very first cattle drive from Texas north to the railroads, to his grandson, born after the open range had been fenced in. Discover the danger and thrill of life on the frontier as the history of the cowboy unfolds through the expansion of the cattle business, the growth of the railroads, and the coming of the farmer. Will James brings to life the spirit of the American cowboy that will never die.

Capturing Nature: The Writings and Art of John James Audubon

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Audubon, John James / Roop, Peter / Roop, Connie, PUBLISHER: Walker & Company, -- Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children, "A slim, elegantly designed book organized around well-chosen excerpts from the artist's journals". -- NYT "The (Audubon prints and modern illustrations) work surprisingly well together, a tribute to the publisher's skill in designing this handsome book". -- BL.

NFPA Pocket Guide to Fire Alarm Installation

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bunker, Merton W. / Roux, Richard J., PUBLISHER: Jones & Bartlett Publishers, This brand-new edition provides all the information you need to design, install, or maintain fire alarm systems. NFPA's Pocket Guide to Fire Alarm System Installation, Second Edition is updated to reflect the provisions of the edition of the National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72) and the edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). It has been reorganized to follow the order of topics presented within the NFAC, and includes updated requirements for power supplies, survivability, and spacing of detectors and notification appliances.

National Writers Union Guide to Freelance Rates & Standard

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: National Writers Union / National Writers Union, PUBLISHER: Writer's Digest Books, An indispensible resource for freelance writers in every market, the NWU Guide offers a real-life look at freelancing, including fees, contracts and working conditions.

Memoirs of the American Philosophical Society

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: M Paul, PUBLISHER: American Philosophical Society, NA

Alaska

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Devine, Robert S. / Melford, Michael, PUBLISHER: National Geographic Society, Active travelers trust National Geographic to deliver what they want in a guidebook: expert advice, insider tips, and the cultural feel of each destination not easily found online. These guides are pitch-perfect for today's experiential travel enthusiasts who want an authentic, enriching immersion. Alaska, The Last Frontier, is a land of breathtaking natural scenery and a rich cultural heritage. From Denali and Glacier Bay National Parks to the outpost of Ketchikan to arctic Barrow to the spectacular Dalton Highway, expert travel writer and Alaska authority Bob Devine is a deft guide to all the best spots, and lesser-known ones as well. The book's seven chapters cover the Southeast's Inside Passage, Anchorage, Kenai Peninsula, the Southwest, Prince William Sound and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Denali National Park and environs, and the Bush. Special features include in-depth spreads on native arts, bear watching, the birders of Attu Island, sled dog touring, sea kayaking instruction, gold panning, and national park field seminars; as well as specially mapped driving and walking tours, among them a spectacular drive around Kodiak Island. As in all "National Geographic Travelers," vivid photographs capture Alaska's beauty, and detailed maps ensure you won't get lost. A robust Travelwise section provides all the essentials on getting to an

The Monocle Guide

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Establishing a Resource-Circulating Society in Asia:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morioka, Tohru / Hanaki, Keisuke / Moriguchi, Yuichi, PUBLISHER: United Nations, This book addresses the issues associated with sustainable resource-circulating societies. It focuses on Asia, where both population growth and economic growth are increasingly prominent in the global context. The volume is divided into five chapters that cover topics related to technological or socioeconomic issues or a combination of both. The authors examine theories and visions pertinent to resource-circulating societies, as well as relevant practices and initiatives at all levels national, local, and industrial and through urbanarural linkages. The book also proposes an integrative approach combining the concepts of a resource-circulating society and a low-carbon society, both of which constitute fundamental components of a sustainable society. This volume provides policymakers, business leaders, and experts in the field with comprehensive knowledge concerning future visions, initiatives, and practical applications in the promotion of a sustainable resource-circulating society in Asia.

Ecology and Field Biology: Hands-On Field Package

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Smith, Robert L. / Smith, Thomas M., PUBLISHER: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company, This book presents a comprehensive overview of all aspects of ecology, including evolution, ecosystems theory, practical applications, plants, animals, biogeochemical cycles, and global change. This balanced approach has made "Ecology and Field Biology," Sixth Edition"" the best-selling ecology book on the market. The field package also includes "The Ecology Action Guide," a guide that encourages readers to be environmentally responsible citizens, and a subscription to The Ecology Place (www.ecologyplace.com), a web site and CD-ROM that enables users to become virtual field ecologists by performing experiments such as estimating the number of mice on an imaginary island or restoring prairie land in Iowa. For college instructors and students. Acquista Ora

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Psycholinguistics: The Key Concepts

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Field, John, PUBLISHER: Routledge, Psycholinguistics is an authoritative, wide-ranging and up-to-date A to Z guide to this important field. Cross-referenced, with suggestions for further reading and a full index, this book is a highly accessible introduction to the main terms and concepts in psycholinguistics. Psycholinguistics offers over 170 entries covering the key areas: psychological processes first language acquisition the nature of language brain and language language disorders. This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for all students of English language, linguistics and psychology. Acquista Ora

A Companion to the American Revolution

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Greene / Pole / Greene, Jack P., PUBLISHER: Wiley-Blackwell, " A Companion to the American Revolution" is a single guide to the themes, events, and concepts of this major turning point in early American history. Containing coverage before, during, and after the war, as well as the effect of the revolution on a global scale, this major reference to the period is ideal for any student, scholar, or general reader seeking a complete reference to the field. Contains 90 articles in all, including guides to further reading and a detailed chronological table. Explains all aspects of the revolution before, during, and after the war. Discusses the status and experiences of women, Native Americans, and African Americans, and aspects of social and daily life during this period. Describes the effects of the revolution abroad. Provides complete coverage of military history, including the home front. Concludes with a section on concepts to put the morality of early America in today's context.

The Field Guide to Geology, Updated Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lambert, David / Lambert / David Lambert and the Diagram Group, PUBLISHER: Checkmark Books, Excellent basic reference to the ingredients and processes that forged our planet.

Sensibility and the American Revolution

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Knott, Sarah, PUBLISHER: University of North Carolina Press, In the wake of American independence, it was clear that the new United States required novel political forms. Less obvious but no less revolutionary was the idea that the American people needed a new understanding of the self. Sensibility was a cultural movement that celebrated the human capacity for sympathy and sensitivity to the world. For individuals, it offered a means of self-transformation. For a nation lacking a monarch, state religion, or standing army, sensibility provided a means of cohesion. National independence and social interdependence facilitated one another. What Sarah Knott calls "the sentimental project" helped a new kind of citizen create a new kind of government. Knott paints sensibility as a political project whose fortunes rose and fell with the broader tides of the Revolutionary Atlantic world. Moving beyond traditional accounts of social unrest, republican and liberal ideology, and the rise of the autonomous individual, she offers an original interpretation of the American Revolution as a transformation of self and society.

To Lead the Free World: American Nationalism and the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: John Fousek, PUBLISHER: The University of North Carolina Press, NA Acquista Ora

National Geographic Readers: Frogs!

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Carney, Elizabeth, PUBLISHER: National Geographic Society, WHAT WAS THAT? That's the roaring burp of a bullfrog SEE THAT? That's the slick, shiny skin of colorful little rainforest frogs Alive with froggy facts, this book has the coolest photos to bring kids deep into the swampy world of our amphibian "amigos."

Sitting at the Feet of the Past: Retelling the North

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hettinga, Donald R. / Schmidt, Gary D., PUBLISHER: Praeger, Must a folktale be connected to its culture? Can a tale with universal applications be transmitted from one culture to another without loss? Does a teller from one culture have the ability--or even the right--to relate a tale from another culture? What happens to a tale when it leaves the oral and adult arenas and appears in print for children? Is it legitimate for a reteller to create variants to suit a child audience? Children's literature is today the major conduit for folklore, and professionals in the field must consider these questions. Editors Gary Schmidt and Donald Hettinga have brought together twenty-three writers of children's literature, illustrators, storytellers, and literary critics, who explore the issues and offer their experiences and views. The scope of the volume is the North American folktale, a rich amalgam of four major distinct traditions: the Native American folktale, the African American folktale, the retold Western European folktale, and the American tall tale. Each tradition is separately presented with an introductory survey and a selection of essays by the writers and critics. This focused collection will be valuable to scholars and professions in folklore, anthropology, American literature, and children's literature and useful also as a text in courses on children's literature and folklore.

The National Security Strategy of the United States of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Administration, Bush, PUBLISHER: Winterhouse Editions, Cultural Writing. As required by section 108 of the National Security Act of , as amended (50 U.S.C. 404a), this policy report was prepared by the Bush Administration and released to the Congress of the United States on September . It is our Winterhouse Editions'] belief that the policies outlined in this report will have a far-reaching impact not only on American life, but on the coming course of world events. In a democracy such as ours, participating in public and critical discourse about the course of our society's future is both an inalienable right and a necessary responsibility of every citizen. Without discussion, no society can achieve a consensus on its future direction.

The Rough Guide to Horror Movies

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jones, Alan, PUBLISHER: Rough Guides Limited, The Rough Guide to Horror Movies is a comprehensive guide to the world''s most terrifying films. The guide includes all the icons, from Boris Karloff to Wes Craven and Frankenstein to Freddie Kruger, including classics from Argentina, Pakistan, South Africa and the recent chillers from East Asia. The canon of fifty essential horror movies features The Cabinet of Dr Caligari and Switchblade Romance, via Psycho and The Exorcist. Everything you need to know is covered from festivals, adaptations, magazines and merchandise. The guide tells the stories behind the movies that have scared us throughout the twentieth century.

Social Ecology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Guha, Ramachandra, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Social Ecology brings together a selection of pioneering essays on a subject of increasing interest to sociologists and social anthropologists. With the growing awareness of the causes and consequences of environmental degradation, the once neglected field of social ecology has assumed enormous theoretical and practical importance. The essays assembled in this anthology provide a state of the art survey of the field as well as an orientation to future research. As the first such anthology of its kind, it provides a compact and analytically sophisticated overview of environment and society in contemporary India. It should be of great interest to administrators, activists, and development professionals as well as students and scholars working in the field.

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