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Warfare and the Miraculous in the Chronicles of the First Crusade

By: Elizabeth Lapina

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Warfare and the Miraculous in the Chronicles of the First Crusade

By: Elizabeth Lapina

In Warfare and the Miraculous in the Chronicles of the First Crusade, Elizabeth Lapina examines a variety of these chronicles, written both by participants in the crusade and by those who stayed behind. Her goal is to understand the enterprise from the perspective of its contemporaries and near contemporaries. Lapina analyzes the diversity of ways in which the chroniclers tried to justify the First Crusade as a “holy war,” where physical violence could be not just sinless, but salvific. The book focuses on accounts of miracles reported to have happened in the course of the crusade, especially the miracle of the intervention of saints in the Battle of Antioch. Lapina shows why and how chroniclers used these miracles to provide historical precedent and to reconcile the messiness of history with the conviction that history was ordered by divine will. In doing so, she provides an important glimpse into the intellectual efforts of the chronicles and their authors, illuminating their perspectives toward the concepts of history, salvation, and the East. Warfare and the Miraculous in the Chronicles of the First Crusade demonstrates how these narratives sought to position the crusade as an event in the time line of sacred history. Lapina offers original insights into the effects of the crusade on the Western imaginary as well as how medieval authors thought about and represented history.

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212

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Penn State Press

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ISBN 10

027107311X

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9780271073118

Everything You Need to Know About Mindfulness

By: Kerry Elizabeth Benson

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Everything You Need to Know About Mindfulness

By: Kerry Elizabeth Benson

Scientific research suggests that being mindful can change the structure of the brain, improve mood, boost immunity, and ease anxiety and depression. This engaging and accessible guide helps teens understand the power of mindfulness, which is focusing the mind and living in the present. It walks them through simple, step-by-step exercises, and shows them how to use these strategies to tackle common life challenges, including tests, presentations, athletic performances, and insomnia. By the final chapter, readers will learn how to create mindful habits that nurture resilience, productivity, and compassion, not just in the present, but for the rest of their lives.

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The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

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1508187568

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9781508187561

Playing with Fire

The Story of Maria Yudina, Pianist in Stalin's Russia

By: Elizabeth Wilson

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Playing with Fire

The Story of Maria Yudina, Pianist in Stalin's Russia

By: Elizabeth Wilson

The first full biography of the fearless and brilliant Maria Yudina, a legendary pianist who was central to Russian intellectual life Maria Yudina was no ordinary musician. An incredibly popular pianist, she lived on the fringes of Soviet society and had close friendships with such towering figures as Boris Pasternak, Pavel Florensky, and Mikhail Bakhtin. Legend has it that she was Stalin’s favorite pianist. Yudina was at the height of her fame during WWII, broadcasting almost daily on the radio, playing concerts for the wounded and troops in hospitals and on submarines, and performing for the inhabitants of besieged Leningrad. By the last years of her life, she had been dismissed for ideological reasons from the three institutions where she taught. And yet according to Shostakovich, Yudina remained “a special case. . . . The ocean was only knee-deep for her.” In this engaging biography, Elizabeth Wilson sets Yudina’s extraordinary life within the context of her times, where her musical career is measured against the intense intellectual and religious ferment of the post-revolutionary period and the ensuing years of Soviet repression.

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357

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Yale University Press

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ISBN 10

0300265689

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9780300265682

The Chlamydomonas Sourcebook: Introduction to Chlamydomonas and Its Laboratory Use

Volume 1

By: Elizabeth H. Harris

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The Chlamydomonas Sourcebook: Introduction to Chlamydomonas and Its Laboratory Use

Volume 1

By: Elizabeth H. Harris

Dr. Harris has played a major role in the development of this organism as a model system. Her previous version of the Chlamydomonas Sourcebook which published in 1989, has been a classic in the field and is considered required reading for anyone working with this organism. This latest edition has been expanded to include three volumes providing molecular techniques, analysis of the recently sequenced genome, and reviews of the current status of the diverse fields in which Chlamydomonas is used as a model organism. Methods for Chlamydomonas research and best practices for applications in research, including methods for culture, preservation of cultures, preparation of media, lists of inhibitors and other additives to culture media, are included. Additions to this volume also include help with common laboratory problems such as contamination, student demonstrations, and properties of particular strains and mutants. This volume is part of a 3-Volume Set (ISBN: 978-0-12-370873-1) and is also sold individually. - Expanded revision of gold standard reference - Includes latest advances in research, including completion of the genome - Provides broad perspective with studies in cell and molecular biology, genetics, plant physiology and related fields - Available as part of a 3-Volume Set or sold individually

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483

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Academic Press

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0080919553

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9780080919553

Smart Clothes

By: Elizabeth Nonweiler

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Smart Clothes

By: Elizabeth Nonweiler

This series encourages readers to use phonics to read unfamiliar words. With vibrant photographs and high-interest non-fiction topics, the books will inspire learning as well as getting children to practise their phonics.

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Raintree

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1474708099

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9781474708098

European Porcelain in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

By: Jeffrey Munger,Elizabeth Sullivan

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European Porcelain in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

By: Jeffrey Munger,Elizabeth Sullivan

Porcelain imported from China was the most highly coveted new medium in sixteenth- and early seventeenth-century Europe. Its pure white color, translucency, and durability, as well as the delicacy of decoration, were impossible to achieve in European earthenware and stoneware. In response, European ceramic factories set out to discover the process of producing porcelain in the Chinese manner, with significant artistic, technical, and commercial ramifications for Britain and the Continent. Indeed, not only artisans, but kings, noble patrons, and entrepreneurs all joined in the quest, hoping to gain both prestige and profit from the enterprises they established. This beautifully illustrated volume showcases ninety works that span the late sixteenth to the mid-nineteenth century and reflect the major currents of European porcelain production. Each work is illustrated with glorious new photography, accompanied by analysis and interpretation by one of the leading experts in European decorative arts. Among the wide range of porcelains selected are rare blue-and-white wares and figures from Italy, superb examples from the Meissen factory in Germany and the Sèvres factory in France, and ceramics produced by leading British eighteenth-century artisans. Taken together, they reveal why the Metropolitan Museum’s holdings in this field are among the finest in the world. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Verdana}

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315

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

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1588396436

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9781588396433

How to Eat Out in Mexico

How to Understand the Menu and Make Yourself Understood

By: Elizabeth Sanchez Hernandez

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How to Eat Out in Mexico

How to Understand the Menu and Make Yourself Understood

By: Elizabeth Sanchez Hernandez

Designed for travelers, this indispensable gastronomic, on the spot quick reference dictionary, phrase book and guide, will help you handle any gastronomic situation, giving you the translation of various Mexican menus, so that you really know what is on your plate.

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180

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Gremese Editore

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8873013139

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9788873013136

Spanish Lingo for the Savvy Gringo

A Do-it-yourself Guide to Learning the Language

By: Elizabeth Reid

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Spanish Lingo for the Savvy Gringo

A Do-it-yourself Guide to Learning the Language

By: Elizabeth Reid

This is a do-it-yourself guide to learning Spanish & getting along in Latin America. It has self-taught vocabulary with the pronunciation after each new word. There are chapters dealing with such practical situations as driving, talking to the cleaning lady, getting your house repaired, & much more. It includes insight into Latin American culture & Hispanic customs & courtesy. There are appendices on Mexican music, Latin American holidays, the Charreada (Mexican rodeo), & tips on shopping. The beginner will pick up the basics of Spanish, yet there are new words for the more advanced student. This is also an excellent review. Written with enough humor to keep your interest, this is not a boring text book. It will de-mystify your contacts with Spanish-speaking people, make trips to Latin America more fun, fine-tune your use of the language & increase your vocabulary. As each chapter is centered around the Spanish having to do with a specific topic, you can focus your learning to exactly what you need. Whether a beginner or advanced, this book will improve your Spanish while it entertains you.

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096270802X

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9780962708022

Book's by Elizabeth Lapina

Warfare and the Miraculous in the Chronicles of the First Crusade

Warfare and the Miraculous in the Chronicles of the First Crusade

Everything You Need to Know About Mindfulness

Everything You Need to Know About Mindfulness

Playing with Fire

Playing with Fire

The Chlamydomonas Sourcebook: Introduction to Chlamydomonas and Its Laboratory Use

The Chlamydomonas Sourcebook: Introduction to Chlamydomonas and Its Laboratory Use

Smart Clothes

Smart Clothes

European Porcelain in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

European Porcelain in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

How to Eat Out in Mexico

How to Eat Out in Mexico

Spanish Lingo for the Savvy Gringo

Spanish Lingo for the Savvy Gringo

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