Long referred to as the Dark Ages, the Middle Ages was actually a period of great scientific and technological advancement. In agriculture, the inventions of the heavy plow, horseshoes, and harnesses made farming easier. Children will enjoy following the advancements in medicine, military weapons, astronomy, and astrology up until 1500.
Although few nineteenth-century rural Canadian women could read and write well, Sarah Jameson Craig (1840-1919) was not only literate but eloquent. Unlike many women writers of her time, Craig lived at the bottom of the economic ladder. Nevertheless, she dared to dream the utopian dreams more commonly associated with educated women from the middle and upper classes. Craig vividly documented her attempt to run away at age fifteen, her plans to found a utopian colony based on alternative medicine and women’s dress reform, and her lifelong crusade for women's equality. Quoting liberally from Sarah Craig's unpublished diaries and memoir, Seeking Our Eden sets Craig's life writing within the context of her early days in New Brunswick, her later migrations to New Jersey and then westward to Saskatchewan and British Columbia, and the American-based reform and utopian movements that stirred her imagination. Convinced that the tight corsets and long skirts demanded by conventional fashion undermined the fight for women's equality, Craig wore the "reform dress" - a short dress over trousers - despite society's disapproval, and rejected opiate- and alcohol-based medicines in favour of the water cure. Even today, when the way women dress remains an issue, and skepticism about conventional medicine still fuels alternative health movements, Sarah Craig's early feminist voice from the margins of Canada continues to be relevant and compelling.
A first-ever account of one of the United Kingdom’s foremost ducal families and a history of the times in which they lived. Discover over two hundred years of fascinating history relating to one of Great Britain’s foremost aristocratic dynasties, the (Orde-) Powletts, for several generations the Dukes of Bolton. The family motto, Love Loyalty, references their devotion to the monarchy, but it applies equally to their hearts. Willing to risk all in the pursuit of love, this is the previously untold story of the Dukes of Bolton and their ancestors—the men and women who shaped the dynasty, their romances, triumphs, foibles, and tragedies.
Dismissed as déclassé by gourmands, blamed for the scourge of obesity, and yet loved by all, the taste of sweet has long been at the center of both controversy and celebration. For anyone who has ever felt conflicted about a cupcake, this is a book to sink your teeth into. In The Taste of Sweet, unabashed dessert lover Joanne Chen takes us on an unexpected adventure into the nature of a taste you thought you knew and reveals a world you never imagined. Sweet is complicated, our individual relationships with it shaped as much by childhood memories and clever marketing as the actual sensation of the confection on the tongue. How did organic honey become a luxury while high-fructose corn syrup has been demonized? Why do Americans think of sweets as a guilty pleasure when other cultures just enjoy them? What new sweetener, destined to change the very definition of the word sweet, is being perfected right now in labs around the world? Chen finds the answers by visiting sensory scientists who study taste buds, horticulturalists who are out to breed the perfect strawberry, and educators who are researching the link between class and obesity. Along the way she sheds new light on a familiar taste by exploring the historical sweetscape through the banquet tables of emperors, the pie safes of American pioneers, the corporate giants that exist to fulfill our every sweet wish, and the desserts that have delighted her throughout the years. This fabulously entertaining story of sweet will change the way you think about your next cookie.
VISCOMM has been developed by experienced and knowledgeable teachers who understand what works in the Visual Communication Design classroom, to offer a complete and flexible resource package for the new study design. Contemporary design practise and trends are showcased along with examples of student work and both local and global designers to demonstrate current skills, methods and techniques at a variety of levels. Step-by-step visual guides and instructional diagrams cater for visual learners and help students understand and apply design elements and principles. Assessment tasks include a wide variety of individual, group work and extended tasks. These tasks can be matched to the outcomes of the study design, cater to different learning styles and provide opportunities to build up assessable folios. A strong focus on historical and contemporary typographic practice ensures a comprehensive coverage of the new study design. Many chapters rely on minimal prior knowledge, allowing for a flexible course structure that suits the needs and interests of teachers and students. If you order this product you will receive the following components: Print Textbook: delivered in full colour print. PDF Textbook: a downloadable PDF version of the student text that enables students to take notes and bookmark pages. The PDF textbook can be used in class or as a reference at home. To access the PDF textbook, simply register for a Cambridge GO account and enter the 16 character access code found in the front inside cover of your textbook.
Introduces ten animals who are the fastest, strongest, and most athletic creatures in the world, including an animal who could compete in synchronized swimming if there were Animal Olympics, and the animal who would win gold in the marathon.
The letters drop onto every doormat... Lena just moved to Mandalay Close. She needed a new start, since her boyfriend cheated her out of the happy-ever-after she’d believed they were always going to share. But on the day Lena moves in, letters begin to arrive for all her new neighbours. Letters that promise to expose everyone’s deepest, darkest secrets. Every house has received one – except for Lena’s. Someone clearly wants to implicate her, to ruin her new life and turn everyone against her. She’s made an enemy, but who, and why? Everyone seems so nice, so trustworthy. So normal. As more bad things happen and her life rapidly spins out of control, Lena finds herself unable to believe this is happening to her. After all, she’s not a bad person. Though she does have secrets of her own, secrets that she’s not willing to share with anyone... A completely jaw-dropping psychological thriller, perfect for fans of K.L. Slater, Lisa Jewell and Sue Watson. Readers love Joanne Ryan: ‘A terrifically twisty tale’ No.1 bestselling author, Valerie Keogh ‘One of the best twists I have read in a while.’ Bestselling author, Keri Beevis ‘I could NOT put this book down! The story was a real good one, you didn’t know what was happening. I LOVE books when they make you think, and then you change your mind on the characters. The ending was WOW, AFTER ALL THAT JUST WOW!!!!! Loved it!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So good! I couldn’t put this book down and was guilty of ignoring my family for most of yesterday because of it... Can’t wait for the next one!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved the twists and turns in this book... A great read for those who like twisted tales... Joanne Ryan is fast becoming the queen of psycho-dramas.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Oh wow!!! Joanne Ryan really knows her stuff!!!... Everything a psychological thriller means and more!!! Absolutely fantastic.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘From the moment I picked this book up, I was hooked. I had a hard time putting it down. I even stayed up late reading... I thought I had the twist figured out but the author surprised me multiple times. I highly recommend this book to anybody who loves thriller books especially ones that have twists that make you yell, “WHAT?!”’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I could NOT put this book down and read it cover to cover in one sitting!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Once Joanne Ryan hooks you into a story, she doesn’t let you go. This twisty thriller kept me turning the pages never sure what was going to happen next... Brilliant. A great read!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Amazing... filled with twist after twist in the end, which was something I never saw coming... If you’re after a book that you won’t be able to put down, this is it.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow, this was so deliciously twisted, I loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A highly-illustrated how-to-do-it book incorporating a thorough introduction to a range of materials and techniques as well as a section on designing your own pieces. The focus is on experimenting and combining exciting materials to create unique and individual work.
Jeannette Howard Foster was to lesbianism in the mid-twentieth century what out authors such as Gore Vidal and James Baldwin were to gay men. She unapologetically blew the lid off Cold War sexual repression in 1956 with her Sex Variant Women in Literature-the first-ever study of homosexual, bisexual, and cross-dressing characters appearing in more than 300 works, from ancient times to the present. Joanne Passet's Sex Variant Woman is a fascinating portrait of Foster, who served as the first librarian at the Kinsey Institute before leaving to publish her controversial book. It is also a riveting look into the pre-Stonewall past, the intense sexual repression and persecution endured by homosexuals, the groundbreaking advances put forth by a cadre of activists, and the rise of feminism and gay and lesbian liberation decades later.
When it comes to supporting young people, Joanne Kirby knows her stuff. She is a mother of four and a qualified social worker who has years of experience working within education. She brings her knowledge together to provide an easy to understand, inclusive and educational resource which provides holistic teaching of all aspects of relationships. The Simple Truth equips the readers with the tools to navigate falling out with their friends; to understand why someone might not like them; how to deal with bullying, how to protect their mental health and how to love who they are. This book has been designed as a tool to help parents and professionals to safeguard young people by empowering them with the knowledge of what a healthy relationship looks like, teaching them to respect themselves and others and by giving them the full facts about all aspects of sex including how to masturbate, the realities of pornography and how to have healthy and enjoyable sex. The simple truth avoids making assumptions about what the reader’s life might look like and understands that each person’s home life; sexual identity, sexual preferences and/or ability to understand and process relationships is unique to each and every one of us; this is what truly makes The Simple Truth, truly inclusive.
She's been dirt poor; she's been filthy rich. Rich was more fun. She married three times, divorced twice, found her true love, and lost him to cancer. At twenty-one, she was told she would soon die. She lived. Doctors said she'd never be able to have children. She had 'em. She's bargained with God, dictators, and Democrats. She's partied with princes, presidents, premiers, Barbara Walters, Anwar Sadat, Margaret Thatcher, Tom Hanks, and Francisco Franco . . . though not all at the same time. She captivated powerful men with her feminine charm, and then persuaded them toward unlikely political alliances through her formidable intelligence. She waltzed with Prince Philip in Buckingham Palace, dressed in men's clothes and smuggled herself in a barrel across the Pakistani border, threw a Roman-themed party so extravagant it was featured in Life magazine, and survived a Soviet gunship attack in the mountains of Afghanistan. Joanne Herring, the Houston socialite portrayed by Julia Roberts in the film Charlie Wilson's War, is far more colorful, funny, and likable than any screenwriter could have guessed. The former Texas television anchor is known for her improbable fight with the mujahideen against the former Soviet Union. But her full story-with all its God, guns, and Gucci glory-has never been told. Born in the man's world of Texas in a time when women had limited choices, Joanne Herring blazed a trail with allies as unlikely as Charlie Wilson, Pierre Cardin, and President Ronald Reagan . . . and in so doing forged new paths for women in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and America.
A money-saving PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification self-study bundle Covering all six HR functional areas, PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Bundle is a complete self-study package for these challenging exams. PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification All-in-One Exam Guide covers all current exam objectives. The pre-assessment tests in PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Practice Exams help you gauge your readiness for the five full-length practice exams included in the bundle. For a final overview of key exam topics, you can study the Quick Review Guide. Save 12% off manufacturer’s suggested retail price. Total electronic content includes: 900+ practice exam questions; Quick Review Guide; supplemental worksheets and exercises All answer choices, correct and incorrect, are accompanied by detailed explanations
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Nervous first-time computer users can learn how to succeed with their new computers using the cutting-edge Computing Starts Here software from Microsoft Press Interactive. "Computer Without Anxiety" combines the familiarity of a book with goof-proof interactive lessons on CD-ROM to provide a positive feedback loop between the two complementary learning media.
Prepare for the 2018 versions of the PHR and SPHR certification exams with this money-saving, comprehensive study packageDesigned as a complete self-study program, this collection offers a variety of proven, exam-focused resources to use in preparation for the PHR and SPHR certification exams. Comprised of PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification All in One Exam Guide, Second Edition and PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Practice Exams, Second Edition, this bundle thoroughly covers every topic on the 2018 editions of the exams.PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Bundle, Second Edition contains more than 900 practice questions that match those on the live exams in content, style, tone, format, and difficulty. All question types from the exams are included. You will get real-world examples, professional insights, and concise explanations. This authoritative, cost-effective bundle serves both as a study tool AND a valuable on-the-job reference for HR professionals. •This bundle is 16% less expensive than purchasing the books individually •Written by a team of Human Resources experts•Combined electronic content includes 900+ practice exam questions and secured PDF copies of both books
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This book provides an in-depth look at the women who are succeeding as entrepreneurs in greater numbers than ever before. "Her Own Business" contains illuminating case histories to inspire and guide the reader. Practical worksheets will help the reader assess her entrepreneurial abilities and evaluate her business ideas. The experienced business owner will be reinforced by the stories and tips shared by other successful women. "Her Own Business" is the first book to explore the cultural issues, family background, education, and experience that affect a woman entrepreneur's viability. It examines the practical problems she must solve as well as the psychological and economic barriers through which she must break to succeed. -- From publisher's description.
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