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The Doll Collection

An Anthology

By: Joyce Carol Oates,Seanan McGuire,Richard Kadrey

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The Doll Collection

An Anthology

By: Joyce Carol Oates,Seanan McGuire,Richard Kadrey

A treasure trove of all-new stories exploring the dark side of dolls, puppets, mannequins and more—featuring Joyce Carol Oates, Jeffrey Ford and others. The seventeen original stories in this anthology feature everything from life-sized clockwork dolls to all-too-human Betsy Wetsy-type baby dolls. Moving past the cliches of the doll trope, each one delves into the uncanny creepiness of these bizarrely lifelike objects. Master anthologist Ellen Datlow has assembled a menagerie of beautifully terrifying stories from critically acclaimed authors such as Seanan McGuire, Carrie Vaughn, Pat Cadigan, Tim Lebbon, Richard Kadrey, Genevieve Valentine. The collection is illustrated with photographs of dolls taken by Datlow and other devoted doll collectors from the science fiction and fantasy field. The result is a star-studded collection exploring one of our most primal fears. Stories in this anthology by: Stephen Gallagher, Joyce Carol Oates, Gemma Files, Pat Cadigan, Lucy Sussex, Tim Lebbon, Seanan McGuire, Carrie Vaughn, Stephen Graham Jones, Miranda Siemienowicz, Mary Robinette Kowal, Richard Bowes, Genevieve Valentine, Richard Kadrey, Veronica Schanoes, John Langan, Jeffrey Ford

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Macmillan + ORM

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1466851945

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Professional Issues in Nursing

Challenges and Opportunities

By: Carol J. Huston

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Professional Issues in Nursing

Challenges and Opportunities

By: Carol J. Huston

Using an approach that fosters critical thinking and values clarification, this textbook examines the full range of professional issues facing contemporary nursing. Coverage includes critical issues such as the nursing shortage, mandatory staffing ratios, violence in nursing, legal and ethical issues, plus the latest HIPAA regulations, career advancement and evaluations, and best practices for today and the future. This edition includes two NEW chapters: 1) a NEW chapter on developing effective leaders to meet 21st century healthcare challenges, and 2) a NEW chapter on the use of residencies for new graduate nurses as a transition to practice. In addition to these exciting additions, content has been updated throughout the book to reflect cutting-edge trends in healthcare including the impact of healthcare reform, and recommendations from the Institute of Medicine (IOM). This edition promises to be an integral tool to providing effective nursing care in an increasingly global, rapidly changing, technology driven world.

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Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

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1451128339

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9781451128338

Bernstein Meets Broadway

Collaborative Art in a Time of War

By: Carol J. Oja

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Bernstein Meets Broadway

Collaborative Art in a Time of War

By: Carol J. Oja

Winner of the 2015 Music in American Culture Award from the American Musicological Society When Leonard Bernstein first arrived in New York City, he was an unknown artist working with other brilliant twentysomethings, notably Jerome Robbins, Betty Comden, and Adolph Green. By the end of the 1940s, these artists were world famous. Their collaborations defied artistic boundaries and subtly pushed a progressive political agenda, altering the landscape of musical theater, ballet, and nightclub comedy. In Bernstein Meets Broadway: Collaborative Art in a Time of War, award-winning author and scholar Carol J. Oja examines the early days of Bernstein's career during World War II, centering around the debut in 1944 of the Broadway musical On the Town and the ballet Fancy Free. As a composer and conductor, Bernstein experienced a meteoric rise to fame, thanks in no small part to his visionary colleagues. Together, they focused on urban contemporary life and popular culture, featuring as heroes the itinerant sailors who bore the brunt of military service. They were provocative both artistically and politically. In a time of race riots and Japanese internment camps, Bernstein and his collaborators featured African American performers and a Japanese American ballerina, staging a model of racial integration. Rather than accepting traditional distinctions between high and low art, Bernstein's music was wide-open, inspired by everything from opera and jazz to cartoons. Oja shapes a wide-ranging cultural history that captures a tumultuous moment in time. Bernstein Meets Broadway is an indispensable work for fans of Broadway musicals, dance, and American performance history.

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Oxford University Press

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0199343624

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Biochemistry

The Chemical Reactions of Living Cells

By: David E. Metzler,Carol M. Metzler

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Biochemistry

The Chemical Reactions of Living Cells

By: David E. Metzler,Carol M. Metzler

Biochemistry: The Chemical Reactions of Living Cells is a well-integrated, up-to-date reference for basic chemistry and underlying biological phenomena. Biochemistry is a comprehensive account of the chemical basis of life, describing the amazingly complex structures of the compounds that make up cells, the forces that hold them together, and the chemical reactions that allow for recognition, signaling, and movement. This book contains information on the human body, its genome, and the action of muscles, eyes, and the brain. * Thousands of literature references provide introduction to current research as well as historical background * Contains twice the number of chapters of the first edition * Each chapter contains boxes of information on topics of general interest

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Academic Press

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0124925413

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Early Childhood Assessment

By: Carol S. Lidz

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Early Childhood Assessment

By: Carol S. Lidz

A new guide to conducting more comprehensive and meaningfulpsychological assessments of young children Early Childhood Assessment presents a thorough, step-by-stepapproach to the comprehensive psychological assessment of youngchildren. In addition to covering major psychological tests, thisinvaluable resource includes specific guidelines and formats forinterviewing parents and other caregivers, observing children andcaregiver-child interaction, conducting dynamic assessments,writing reports, and evaluating outcomes of recommendedinterventions. Dr. Lidz's approach encourages a broad range of observation with anoverarching objective of completing a picture of the "whole" child,from family life to social-emotional and neuropsychologicalfunctioning. She leads the reader through each step of acomprehensive assessment, touching on the major data sourcesnecessary for a full understanding of the child within differentenvironments. Throughout the book, Dr. Lidz advocates bestassessment practices that reflect the interests of children andfamilies. Features useful information on: * Conducting initial interviews and observations for setting thecourse of the assessment * Using standardized and nonstandardized approaches to generateboth qualitative and quantitative data * Viewing children and families within their culturalcontexts * Integrating assessment data sources to generate meaningfulrecommendations and readable reports Plus: * Includes unique chapters on play, observation of parent-child andteacher-child interactions, and dynamic assessment Early Childhood Assessment is a valuable tool for professionals andstudents who are concerned about the richness and complexity ofchildren's development within their families and communities.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0471269301

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9780471269304

Bethlehem

By: Carol Ann Brown

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Bethlehem

By: Carol Ann Brown

Settled in 1734, Bethlehem is a typical Litchfield hill town and retains much of its rural charm. Around its green are an old post tavern at the Woodward House, two historic churches, and the Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden. Rev. Joseph Bellamy came to Bethlehem in 1738 and stayed to establish the first theological school in the country, educating Aaron Burr, James Morris, and later John C. Calhoun. In 1938, postmaster Earl Johnson designed a rubber stamp to adorn cards sent from the post office attached to his familys general store. This first cachet became an annual project and established Bethlehem as the Christmas town. In 1946, two Benedictine nuns came to stay with artist Lauren Ford while establishing the Abbey of Regina Laudis in a factory donated by local businessman Robert Leather. Every September for the last 85 years, the Bethlehem Fair has welcomed more than 60,000 people to apple pies and horse draws at its scenic fairgrounds.

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Arcadia Publishing

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1439622132

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Love Lives

From Cinderella to Frozen

By: Carol Dyhouse

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Love Lives

From Cinderella to Frozen

By: Carol Dyhouse

This book is about the reshaping of women's lives, loves and dreams. It tells the story of how expectations and emotional landscapes have shifted since 1950, when marriage was a major determinant of female life chances and teenage girls dreamed of Mr Right and happy endings.

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Oxford University Press, USA

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019885546X

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The Artificial River

The Erie Canal and the Paradox of Progress, 1817–1862

By: Carol Sheriff

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The Artificial River

The Erie Canal and the Paradox of Progress, 1817–1862

By: Carol Sheriff

Rediscover the Gems of Antiquity in The Artificial River Woven from a rich tapestry of research, The Artificial River is more than just a historical account of the Erie Canal—it encapsulates a pivotal era in United States history, especially the monumental strides in engineering, commerce, and socio-cultural shifts between the War of 1812 and the Civil War. Join Carol Sheriff as she vividly paints the human endeavor behind the making of the Erie Canal—an artificial river that irrevocably changed landscapes and lives. This skillfully crafted narrative opens the door to the past, inviting you on a fascinating journey through time. The Artificial River immerses you in the lives of ordinary yet extraordinary individuals—farmers, businessmen, tourists, and government officials—who stood at the forefront of this significant transformation. The Erie Canal wasn’t just a waterway–it was a lifeline that laid the foundation for the capitalist democracy we know today. The Artificial River is a cleverly bound chronicle of American commerce and the spirit of public good—one that’s sure to captivate history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.

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Macmillan + ORM

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1429952482

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School Social Work

Practice, Policy, and Research

By: Carol Rippey Massat,Robert Constable

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School Social Work

Practice, Policy, and Research

By: Carol Rippey Massat,Robert Constable

History and general perspectives in school social work -- The policy context for school social work practice -- Assessment and practice-based research in school social work -- Policy practice -- Tier 1 Interventions -- Tier 2 Interventions in schools: working with at-risk students -- Tier 3 Interventions in schools.

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Oxford University Press, USA

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0190615621

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European Drawings 3

Catalogue of the Collections

By: Nicholas Turner,Lee Hendrix,Carol Plazzotta

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European Drawings 3

Catalogue of the Collections

By: Nicholas Turner,Lee Hendrix,Carol Plazzotta

V. 3 betr. u. a. Hans Jakob Plepp.

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Getty Publications

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0892364807

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The Lake of Dead Languages

A Novel

By: Carol Goodman

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The Lake of Dead Languages

A Novel

By: Carol Goodman

“A gothic and elegant page-turner.”—The Boston Globe Twenty years ago, Jane Hudson fled the Heart Lake School for Girls in the Adirondacks after a terrible tragedy. The week before her graduation, in that sheltered wonderland, three lives were taken, all victims of suicide. Only Jane was left to carry the burden of a mystery that has stayed hidden in the depths of Heart Lake for more than two decades. Now Jane has returned to the school as a Latin teacher, recently separated and hoping to make a fresh start with her young daughter. But ominous messages from the past dredge up forgotten memories. And young, troubled girls are beginning to die again–as piece by piece the shattering truth slowly floats to the surface. . . .

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Ballantine Books

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0345490916

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9780345490919

Policing

The Essentials

By: Carol A. Archbold,Carol M. Huynh,Thomas Mrozla

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Policing

The Essentials

By: Carol A. Archbold,Carol M. Huynh,Thomas Mrozla

One of the most diverse and inclusive books for the policing course, Policing: The Essentials, focuses on core concepts and contemporary research to provide a foundational understanding of policing in the current climate of criminal justice.

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SAGE Publications

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1544349521

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9781544349527

Interior Design for Libraries

Drawing on Function & Appeal

By: Carol R. Brown

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Interior Design for Libraries

Drawing on Function & Appeal

By: Carol R. Brown

A library interior design guide for architects, designers, and library planners that addresses the functionality needs of staff and design appeal for different age groups, covering signage, traffic, furnishings, materials, colors, lighting, and acoustics.

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American Library Association

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0838908292

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9780838908297

Everybody's Classroom

Differentiating for the Shared and Unique Needs of Diverse Students

By: Carol Ann Tomlinson

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Everybody's Classroom

Differentiating for the Shared and Unique Needs of Diverse Students

By: Carol Ann Tomlinson

Most people are keenly aware that every student is different and that today’s classrooms challenge educators to build safe and successful learning communities comprising students whose races, languages, cultures, experiences, assets, and dreams vary greatly. This book offers K–12 teachers both the foundations for differentiating their instruction and the means to maximize learning opportunities by getting to know students beyond the labels and stereotypes that often accompany them into the classroom. Tomlinson shows how to use “Highways and Exit ramps” to reach the whole class, with “highway” content and “exit ramps” to specialize needs. Chapters offer numerous recommendations for modifying environments, activities, and assessments; for helping teachers move forward in their instructional planning; and for helping each learner grow academically. Everybody's Classroom extends Tomlinson’s previous work by looking more deeply at specific student populations to help educators create classrooms that are more inclusive than ever before. Chapters cover successful differentiation for English learners; students experiencing poverty; students with different ethnic, cultural, religious, and gender orientations; and students with diverse identified special needs. Book Features: Provides a framework for understanding the scope of differentiation, as opposed to seeing it as a prescribed set of instructional strategies.Shows how to recognize common student needs that cut across student labels, from gifted to traumatized.Offers suggestions for teacher actions based on observation of students and student work.Classroom examples and helpful tables, charts, and graphics.

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Teachers College Press

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0807779997

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9780807779996

Around Neversink: From the Rondout Reservoir to the Neversink Reservoir

By: Carol G. Smythe

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Around Neversink: From the Rondout Reservoir to the Neversink Reservoir

By: Carol G. Smythe

Around Neversink: From the Rondout Reservoir to the Neversink Reservoir takes readers back to rural life in the Catskill Mountains not long after its first settlers arrived. Before the land was commissioned to provide water for New York City's nine million residents, the area was known for some of the best trout fishing in the world. Red Hill, Peekamoose, Sundown, Branch, Frost Valley, Dewittville, Halls Mills, Willowemoc, Grahamsville, and Claryville were small communities mostly clustered around the banks of the headwaters of the Neversink River or the Rondout Creek. The area became a summer destination, and local farmhouses were converted into boardinghouses to accommodate seasonal travelers. In the 1900s, eminent domain took several communities to create the Rondout Reservoir and the Neversink Reservoir. As a result, Neversink Flats, Bittersweet, Eureka, Montela, and Lackawack ceased to exist. Today, residents and visitors enjoy a host of outdoor activities, including hiking on local mountains, snowmobiling on well-groomed trails, fishing in the reservoirs, bird watching, camping, and hunting." -- Publisher's description.

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Arcadia Publishing

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0738598496

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Reflections

By: Ann-Carol

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Reflections

By: Ann-Carol

Ann-Carol learned how to address her most distraught feelings by writing poetry. It was not until she was going through tough times 24/7 that she began to have this thought of how to go about helping herself and her three children. One day, she had this nagging thought in the back of her mind with respect to writing; not sure of what she was supposed to do, she did nothing immediately. Then one night, she sat alone and just began to write. She soon realized that she was rhyming words. One thing led to another, and she realized that by writing poetry, she was able to help herself understand the emotions she was experiencing. Of course, there were so many emotions to deal with, and even today, she still reads what she wrote. In so doing, it helps her to deal with what is taking place. However; through this, she began to have a stronger faith and understanding of God/Higher Power, which is vital to our existence.

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LifeRich Publishing

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1489700579

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Second Chances

By: Carol Wahlenmayer

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Second Chances

By: Carol Wahlenmayer

As young Anna reels from her mother's sudden death, her father, the Reverend Hiram, sees his youngest daughter as his convenient household drudge with selfish disregard for her promising future. The only help from her nine older siblings comes from Helene, her glamorous older sister who has her own plans to utilize Anna for her own misguided needs, leaving her vulnerable to Mick, with whom Helene finds relief from the boredom of her marriage. Love finds Anna as she peers into hazel eyes that melt through her fear of men. Starting a new life in a different state, however, means leaving the child she didn't want but cannot bear to lose. Those eyes mask truths she fails to learn during their hurried courtship and aborted marriage. Stripped of mother, child, husband, and innocence, Anna grasps at lifelines that will give her a second chance at the happiness and love she deserves.

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Austin Macauley Publishers

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1649798911

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9781649798916

Coal Miners' Wives

Portraits of Endurance

By: Carol A.B. Giesen

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Coal Miners' Wives

Portraits of Endurance

By: Carol A.B. Giesen

Few people in America today live with the dangers and deprivations that Appalachian coal mining families experience. But to the eighteen West Virginia women Carol Giesen interviewed for this book, hard times are just everyday life. These coal miners' wives, ranging in age from late teens to eighty-five, tell of a way of life dominated by coal mining—and shadowed by a constant fear of death or injury to a loved one. From birth to old age, they experience the social and economic pressures of the coal mining industry. Few families in these communities earn their living in any job outside a coal mine, and most young men and women find no advantage in completing their education. Women whose stresses and strengths have seldom been disclosed reveal here their personal stories, their understanding of the dangers of coal mining, their domestic concerns, the place of friends and faith in their lives, and their expectations of the future. What emerges is a deeply moving story of determination in the face of adversity. Over and over, these women deal with the frustrations caused by strikes, layoffs, and mine closings, often taking any jobs they can find while their husbands are out of work. Endlessly; their home concerns revolve around protecting their husbands from additional work or worry. Always there is fear for their husbands' lives and the pervasive anger they feel toward the mining companies. For some, there is also the pain of losing a loved one to the mines. Behind these women's acceptance of their circumstances lies a pragmatic understanding of the politics of mining and of the communities in which they live. Giesen's insights into the experiences of miners' wives contribute much to our understanding of the impact of industry, economics, and politics on women's lives.

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University Press of Kentucky

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0813189489

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Distracted Subjects

Madness and Gender in Shakespeare and Early Modern Culture

By: Carol Thomas Neely

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Distracted Subjects

Madness and Gender in Shakespeare and Early Modern Culture

By: Carol Thomas Neely

Distracted Subjects' offers a feminist analysis of early modern madness. Carol Neely reveals the mobility & heterogeneity of discourses of 'distraction', the most common term for the condition in late 16th & early 17th century England.

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Cornell University Press

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0801489245

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Managing Technological Change

A Strategic Partnership Approach

By: Carol Joyce Haddad

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Managing Technological Change

A Strategic Partnership Approach

By: Carol Joyce Haddad

This book examines how new workplace technology can improve performance - and how it can have the opposite effect when it is not properly planned and introduced with the participation of key stakeholders. It provides an overview and explanation of the steps involved in technology planning, acquisition, development, implementation, and assessment.

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SAGE

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0761925643

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Computer Applications in Second Language Acquisition

By: Carol Chapelle,Carol A. Chapelle

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Computer Applications in Second Language Acquisition

By: Carol Chapelle,Carol A. Chapelle

Exploring computer applications in second language acquisition, this book addresses issues such as effective use of software in language teaching, values and limitations of computer-assisted testing.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521626463

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Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds

Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Emus, Guinea Fowl, Ostriches, Partridges, Peafowl, Pheasants, Quails, Swans

By: Carol Ekarius

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Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds

Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Emus, Guinea Fowl, Ostriches, Partridges, Peafowl, Pheasants, Quails, Swans

By: Carol Ekarius

More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of this definitive primer for intrepid poultry farmers and feather fanciers alike. From the Manx Rumpy to the Redcap and the Ancona duck to his Aylesbury cousin, each breed is profiled with a brief history, detailed descriptions of identifying characteristics, and colorful photography. Comprehensive and fun, Storey’s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds celebrates the personalities and charming good looks of North America’s quirkiest barnyard birds and waterfowl.

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Storey Publishing, LLC

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1612128432

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Research in Nursing and Health

Understanding and Using Quantitative and Qualitative Methods, 2nd Edition

By: Carol Noll Hoskins,Carla Mariano

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Research in Nursing and Health

Understanding and Using Quantitative and Qualitative Methods, 2nd Edition

By: Carol Noll Hoskins,Carla Mariano

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Springer Publishing Company

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0826116167

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The Art of Resilience

One Hundred Paths to Wisdom and Strength in an Uncertain World

By: Carol Orsborn

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The Art of Resilience

One Hundred Paths to Wisdom and Strength in an Uncertain World

By: Carol Orsborn

Life is a tricky, often difficult journey, so few qualities are more important to our health and peace of mind than resilience of spirit. Carol Orsborn, an internationally recognized businesswoman, theologian, and motivational speaker, has created an inspiring guide to one hundred different ways to find wisdom and strength in an uncertain world. Her stories, anecdotes, and practical advice--inspired by the teachings of spiritual masters from both Eastern and Western traditions--are guaranteed to help anyone learn to rebound gracefully and productively when up against forces that are beyond our control. Each practical tip, each seed of wisdom, is encased in a one- or two-page story that's touching or humorous or thought provoking. The Art of Resilience is for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by disappointment, illness, or loss. It is a book that offers hope and comfort and reminds us, in ways both large and small, that we must move through and beyond disappointment to find our God-given capacity for love and joy.

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Harmony

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0307554422

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9780307554420

The A to Z of German Cinema

By: Robert C. Reimer,Carol J. Reimer

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The A to Z of German Cinema

By: Robert C. Reimer,Carol J. Reimer

German film is diverse and multi-faceted; its history includes five distinct German governments (Wilhelmine Germany, the Weimar Republic, the Third Reich, the Federal Republic of Germany, and the German Democratic Republic), two national industries (Germany and Austria), and a myriad of styles and production methods. Paradoxically, the political disruptions that have produced these distinct film eras, as well as the natural inclination of artists to rebel and create new styles, allow for the construction of a narrative of German film. While the disjuncture generates distinct points of separation, it also highlights continuities between the ruptures. Outlining the richness of German film, The A to Z of German Cinema covers mainstream, alternative, and experimental film from 1895 to the present through a chronology, introductory essay, appendix of the 100 most significant German films, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on directors, actors, films, cinematographers, composers, producers, and major historical events that greatly affected the direction and development of German cinema. The book's broad canvas will lead students and scholars of cinema to appreciate the complex nature of German film.

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Scarecrow Press

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1461731860

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The Nature of Sacrifice

A Biography of Charles Russell Lowell, Jr., 1835-64

By: Carol Bundy

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The Nature of Sacrifice

A Biography of Charles Russell Lowell, Jr., 1835-64

By: Carol Bundy

A biography of Charles Russell Lowell, Jr., 1835-64.

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Macmillan

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0374120773

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9780374120771

Courting Death

The Supreme Court and Capital Punishment

By: Carol S. Steiker,Jordan M. Steiker

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Courting Death

The Supreme Court and Capital Punishment

By: Carol S. Steiker,Jordan M. Steiker

Before constitutional regulation -- The Supreme Court steps in -- The invisibility of race in the constitutional revolution -- Between the Supreme Court and the states -- The failures of regulation -- An unsustainable system? -- Recurring patterns in constitutional regulation -- The future of the American death penalty -- Life after death

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Harvard University Press

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0674737423

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9780674737426

The Bedside, Bathtub & Armchair Companion to Jane Austen

By: Carol J. Adams,Douglas Buchanan,Kelly Gesch

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The Bedside, Bathtub & Armchair Companion to Jane Austen

By: Carol J. Adams,Douglas Buchanan,Kelly Gesch

Whether you've read Jane Austen once or read her yearly, or if you simply yearn to be Elizabeth or Mr. Darcy, this new Bedside companion will be a perfect match. Janeite and newcomer alike will revel in the entertaining capsules of each of Austen's beloved novels, along with information on such important subjects as white soup, carriages, what happened at the ha-ha, and, of course, all those characters we love to hate. In the spirit of Austen, maps, puzzles and quizzes are provided-including the one and only Jane Austen aptitude Test. The reader is taken on location to Steventon, Jane Austen's childhood home, to Bath, the city she was happy to leave, and elsewhere. Also included is an interview with Karen J. Fowler, author of The Jane Austen Book Club. An Austentatious work, indeed!

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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1441184864

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Empowerment of North American Indian Girls

Ritual Expressions at Puberty

By: Carol A. Markstrom

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Empowerment of North American Indian Girls

Ritual Expressions at Puberty

By: Carol A. Markstrom

Empowerment of North American Indian Girls is an examination of coming-of-age-ceremonies for American Indian girls past and present, featuring an in-depth look at Native ideas about human development and puberty. Many North American Indian cultures regard the transition from childhood to adulthood as a pivotal and potentially vulnerable phase of life and have accordingly devised coming-of-age rituals to affirm traditional values and community support for its members. Such rituals are a positive and enabling social force in many modern Native communities whose younger generations are wrestling with substance abuse, mental health problems, suicide, and school dropout. Developmental psychologist Carol A. Markstrom reviews indigenous, historical, and anthropological literatures and conveys the results of her fieldwork to provide descriptive accounts of North American Indian coming-of-age rituals. She gives special attention to the female puberty rituals in four communities: Apache, Navajo, Lakota, and Ojibwa. Of particular interest is the distinctive Apache Sunrise Dance, which is described and analyzed in detail. Also included are American Indian feminist interpretations of menstruation and menstrual taboos, the feminine in cosmology, and the significance of puberty customs and rites for the development of young women.

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U of Nebraska Press

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0803216211

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In the Governor's Shadow

The True Story of Ma and Pa Ferguson

By: Carol O'Keefe Wilson

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In the Governor's Shadow

The True Story of Ma and Pa Ferguson

By: Carol O'Keefe Wilson

In 1915 Governor James Ferguson began his term in Texas bolstered by a wave of voter enthusiasm and legislative cooperation so great that few Texans anticipated anything short of a successful administration. The inexperienced politician had overcome an underprivileged childhood through the sheer force of his intellect and hard work and had proven himself a capable leader . . . or so it seemed. He had beaten the odds imposed by his inexperience when he successfully launched a campaign based on two key elements: his appeal to the rural constituency and a temporary hiatus from the effects of the continuous Prohibition debate. In reality, Jim Ferguson had shrewdly sold a well-crafted image of himself to Texas voters, an image of pseudo-neutrality, astuteness, and prosperity that was almost entirely false. The new governor was “in over his head” from the moment he took office, carrying to that post a bevy of closely guarded secrets about his personal finances, his business acumen, his relationship with Texas brewers, and his volatile personality. Those secrets, once unraveled, gave clearance to an investigation of his affairs and ultimately led to charges brought against Governor Ferguson via impeachment. Refusing to acknowledge the judgment against him, Ferguson launched a crusade for regained power and vindication that encompassed more than two decades. In 1925 he reclaimed a level of political influence and doubled the Ferguson presence in Austin when he assisted his wife, Miriam, in a successful bid for the governorship. That bid had been based largely on a plea for exoneration, but it was soon obvious that the couple’s attempts to clear the family name did not include running a scandal-free administration. Merging a love of local history with the advantages of being a Bell County native and a seasoned auditor, Carol O’Keefe Wilson has gathered and dissected financial statements, documents in evidence, trial testimony, newspaper accounts, and other source material to expose a life story based largely on deceit. In the Governor’s Shadow unravels this complex tale, exposing the shocking depth of the Fergusons’ misconduct. Often using the Fergusons’ own words, Wilson weaves together the incontestable evidence that most of the claims that Jim Ferguson made during his life regarding his conduct, intentions, achievements, and abilities, were patently false. The existence and scope of that dishonestly was, without question, the very root of the controversy that will forever cloud the Ferguson legacy.

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University of North Texas Press

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1574415530

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English Women's Poetry, 1649-1714

Politics, Community, and Linguistic Authority

By: Carol Barash

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English Women's Poetry, 1649-1714

Politics, Community, and Linguistic Authority

By: Carol Barash

This study reconstructs the political origins of English women's poetry between the execution of Charles I and the death of Queen Anne. Based on extensive archival research in England and the United States, Barash argues that ideas about women's voices and women's communities were crucial to the shaping of an English national literature after the civil wars. Women entered print culture--as poets and as women--by situating their writing in defence of embattled monarchy. In particular, Barash points to women poets' fascination with the figure of the female monarch (both real and mythic). Their sense of poetic legitimacy derives from the communities they generate around figures of female authority, particularly James II's second wife, Mary of Modena, and later Queen Anne. Writers discussed include Aphra Behn, Katherine Philips, Anne Killigrew, Jane Barker, and Anne Finch.

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0198119739

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