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Dancing with Disaster

Environmental Histories, Narratives, and Ethics for Perilous Times

By: Kate Rigby

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Dancing with Disaster

Environmental Histories, Narratives, and Ethics for Perilous Times

By: Kate Rigby

The calamitous impacts of climate change that are beginning to be felt around the world today expose the inextricability of human and natural histories. Arguing for a more complex account of such calamities, Kate Rigby examines a variety of past disasters, from the Black Death of the Middle Ages to the mega-hurricanes of the twenty-first century, revealing the dynamic interaction of diverse human and nonhuman factors in their causation, unfolding, and aftermath. Focusing on the link between the ways disasters are framed by the stories told about them and how people tend to respond to them in practice, Rigby also shows how works of narrative fiction invite ethical reflection on human relations with one another, with our often unruly earthly environs, and with other species in the face of eco-catastrophe. In its investigation of an array of authors from the Romantic period to the present—including Heinrich von Kleist, Mary Shelley, Theodor Storm, Colin Thiele, and Alexis Wright— Dancing with Disaster demonstrates the importance of the environmental humanities in the development of more creative, compassionate, ecologically oriented, and socially just responses to the perils and possibilities of the Anthropocene. Under the Sign of Nature: Explorations in Ecocriticism

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University of Virginia Press

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0813936896

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Fantastically Great Women: True Stories of Ambition, Adventure and Bravery

By: Kate Pankhurst

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Fantastically Great Women: True Stories of Ambition, Adventure and Bravery

By: Kate Pankhurst

The complete collection of all the stories from Kate Pankhurst's bestselling Fantastically Great Women series. No DREAM is too BIG if you just believe in yourself. And these strong, ambitious and FANTASTICALLY GREAT women prove it. They've conquered the tallest mountains, made game-changing discoveries, stood up for women's rights and protected our beautiful, fragile planet. Discover the inspirational lives of just some of the extraordinary women who have transformed people's expectations of what women can do in this stunning gift collection. Featuring illustrated timelines and all the women from Kate Pankhurst's adored picture books, from Frida Kahlo to Jane Goodall, and some new faces too. Get ready to meet courageous racing car driver Eliska Junkova who whizzed to victory and became the first woman to win a Grand Prix and the influential composer Chiquinha Gonzaga, the first woman conductor in Brazil. Perfect for reading at bedtime, these empowering stories will encourage you to BE BOLD, AIM HIGH and NEVER GIVE UP. How will YOU change the world?

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1526652633

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9781526652638

Randolph Stow: Critical Essays

By: Kate Leah Rendell

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Randolph Stow: Critical Essays

By: Kate Leah Rendell

Randolph Stow (1935–2010) was a writer who resisted critical containment. His complete oeuvre of eight novels, a children's novella, a libretto, translation work and several collections of poetry presents an accomplished and impressive literary legacy. The collection republishes a number of significant essays but also presents new readings acknowledging the remarkable skill as well as the limitations of Stow's literary imagining. All are a testimony to the resonance of Stow's writing while acknowledging the critical complexities of his work. 'Commencing this project with the simple ambition to present a critical collection responding to the full breadth of Randolph Stow's work, I extended an invitation to literary scholars and critics whose work I knew addressed his writing. The responses were encouraging and generous, confirming the wide reach of interest in Stow's life and literature. It reminded me that while not as comprehensively studied as some of his contemporaries, Stow continues to enjoy the support of broad public and academic readership.' — Kate Rendell

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UWA Publishing

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1760801992

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Women and museums 1850–1914

Modernity and the gendering of knowledge

By: Kate Hill

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Women and museums 1850–1914

Modernity and the gendering of knowledge

By: Kate Hill

This book recovers the significant contribution made by women to museums, not just in obvious roles such as workers, but also as donors, visitors, volunteers and patrons. It suggests that women persistently acted to domesticate the museum, by importing domestic objects and domestic regimes of value, as well as by making museums more welcoming to children, and even by stressing the importance of housekeeping at the museum. At the same time, women sought 'masculine' careers in science and curatorship, but found such aspirations hard to achieve; their contribution tended to be kept within clear, feminised areas. The book will be of interest to those working on gender, culture, or museums in the period. It sheds new light on women's material culture and material strategies, education and professional careers, and leisure practices. It will form an important historical context for those working in contemporary museum studies.

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Manchester University Press

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1526113414

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9781526113412

Romantic Vacancy

The Poetics of Gender, Affect, and Radical Speculation

By: Kate Singer

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Romantic Vacancy

The Poetics of Gender, Affect, and Radical Speculation

By: Kate Singer

Romantic Vacancy argues that, at the cult of sensibility's height, Romantic writers found alternative tropes of affect to express movement beyond sensation and the body. Grappling with sensibility's claims that sensation could be translated into ideas and emotions, poets of vacancy rewrote core empiricist philosophies that trapped women and men in sensitive bodies and, more detrimentally, in ideological narratives about emotional response that gendered subjects' bodies and minds. Kate Singer contends that affect's genesis occurs instead through a series of figurative responses and movements that loop together human and nonhuman movements of mind, body, and nature into a posthuman affect. This book discovers a new form of Romantic affect that is dynamically linguistic and material. It seeks to end the long tradition of holding women and men writers of the Romantic period as separate and largely unequal. It places women writers at the forefront of speculative thinking, repositions questions of gender at the vanguard of Romantic-era thought, revises how we have long thought of gender in the period, and rewrites our notions of Romantic affect. Finally, it answers pivotal questions facing both affect studies and Romanticism about interrelations among language, affect, and materiality. Readers will learn more about the deep history of how poetic language can help us move beyond binary gender and its limiting intellectual and affective ideologies.

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State University of New York Press

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1438475292

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The Unbidden Truth

By: Kate Wilhelm

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The Unbidden Truth

By: Kate Wilhelm

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Harlequin

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1426833423

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The Contested Castle

Gothic Novels and the Subversion of Domestic Ideology

By: Kate Ferguson Ellis

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The Contested Castle

Gothic Novels and the Subversion of Domestic Ideology

By: Kate Ferguson Ellis

The Gothic novel emerged out of the romantic mist alongside a new conception of the home as a separate sphere for women. Looking at novels from Horace Walpole's Castle of Otranto to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Kate Ferguson Ellis investigates the relationship between these two phenomena of middle-class culture--the idealization of the home and the popularity of the Gothic--and explores how both male and female authors used the Gothic novel to challenge the false claim of home as a safe, protected place. Linking terror -- the most important ingredient of the Gothic novel -- to acts of transgression, Ellis shows how houses in Gothic fiction imprison those inside them, while those locked outside wander the earth plotting their return and their revenge.

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University of Illinois Press

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0252060482

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9780252060489

Cheers

A Cultural History

By: Joseph J. Darowski,Kate Darowski

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Cheers

A Cultural History

By: Joseph J. Darowski,Kate Darowski

A fascinating look at one of the greatest shows of all time. For eleven seasons, Cheers was a critically acclaimed program, ultimately earning more than 100 Emmy nominations and securing 28 wins, including 4 for best comedy series. One of the most popular shows of all time, the series centered on a group of Boston, Massachusetts locals who gathered to drink and socialize. Bar owner Sam Malone was the de facto leader of the group and boss to Carla Tortelli, Coach Ernie Pantuso, Woody Boyd, and Diane Chambers, Sam’s on-again, off again paramour. Regular patrons Norm Peterson and Cliff Claven completed this ersatz family, later joined by Frasier Crane; his wife Lilith; and Rebecca Howe, a new foil for Sam. Cheers not only provided laughs, it revolutionized American sitcoms with its long-running stories and famous will-they-won’t-they relationship of Sam and Diane. In Cheers: A Cultural History, Joseph J. Darowski and Kate Darowski offer an engaging analysis of the show, providing insights into both the onscreen stories and the efforts behind the scenes to shape this beloved classic. The authors examine the series as a whole but also focus on the show’s key characters, narrative arcs, and many themes, ranging from alcoholism to adultery. This volume also provides close looks at how set design, class issues, and gender roles informed the series throughout its run. Also included is an opinionated compendium of every episode, highlighting the peaks and dips in quality across more than a decade of television. Cheers: A Cultural History will appeal to the show’s many fans and bring back beloved memories of the place where everybody knows your name.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1538113880

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Fantastically Great Women Who Made History

By: Kate Pankhurst

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Fantastically Great Women Who Made History

By: Kate Pankhurst

Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST The eagerly anticipated follow up to Kate Pankhurst's hugely successful Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, number one best-selling children's non-fiction title. Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, has created a wildly wonderful and accessible book about the accomplishments and adventures of many more brilliant women from throughout history. · Travel through the Underground Railroad with the brave and courageous Harriet Tubman · Turn the pages of the hauntingly brilliant Frankenstein with the incredibly talented Mary Shelley · Blast into space with astronaut Valentina Tereshkova · Become a mighty Egyptian pharaoh with the powerful Hatshepsut Overflowing with vibrant and beautiful illustrations, and wonderfully engaging text, Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is a celebration of just some of the inspirational women who put their mark on the world we live in. A fantastic gift for girls and boys alike! List of women featured: Elizabeth Blackwell, Qiu Jin, Boudicca, Flora Drummond, Pocahontas, Noor Inayat Khan, Harriet Tubman, Valentina Tereshkova, Ada Lovelace, Sayyida al-Hurra, Hatshepsut, Josephine Baker, Mary Wollstonecraft, Mary Shelley

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1526601141

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The Preacher's Wife

The Precarious Power of Evangelical Women Celebrities

By: Kate Bowler

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The Preacher's Wife

The Precarious Power of Evangelical Women Celebrities

By: Kate Bowler

Although most evangelical traditions bar women from ordained ministry, many women have carved out unofficial positions of power in their husbands' spiritual empires or their own ministries. The biggest stars write bestselling books, grab high ratings on Christian television, and even preach. Bowler offers a sympathetic and revealing portrait of megachurch women celebrities, showing how they must balance the demands of celebrity culture and conservative, male-dominated faiths. And black celebrity preachers' wives carry a special burden of respectability. A compelling account of women's search for spiritual authority in the age of celebrity. -- adapted from jacket

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Princeton University Press

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0691209197

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Fly Me to Moongate Manor

The BRAND NEW feel-good romantic escapist read from Kate Forster for Summer 2023!

By: Kate Forster

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Fly Me to Moongate Manor

The BRAND NEW feel-good romantic escapist read from Kate Forster for Summer 2023!

By: Kate Forster

Perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Jessica Redland and Christie Barlow comes a brand new cosy romance by the bestselling author of Starting Over at Acorn Cottage. Sometimes you have to travel far to find home... A surprise raffle ticket. A beautiful manor in the British countryside. Three strangers looking for a place to call home. Amanda's world falls apart when her mother passes away. Stuck with a non-committal boyfriend and a soulless job, she has never felt more alone in New York. Ever since his girlfriend left him broke and heartbroken, Simon has been riding his motorcycle around England all summer looking for a distraction. Diana, the enigmatic lady of Moongate Manor, has not been seen by the locals in decades, fueling the town's gossip on her secret past. When unexpected circumstances bring them all to Moongate Manor with the common mission of restoring its once beautiful garden, can three strangers find new starts in the most unexpected of places? Readers absolutely love Fly Me to Moongate Manor! 'Had me in tears a number of times... a happy story of the importance of family and friends.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Why did this one have to come to an end? I enjoyed every single page of this book. Worth more than 5 stars.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars Would love to be flown to Moongate Manor! Loved, loved, loved this book.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'What a Magical read this book is, a past secret, a beautiful Manor House and second chances for three people... I loved this book so much... would give it more than five stars if I could.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'A treat for anyone who enjoyed The Secret Garden There is a definite feel that both the garden and the people are transforming... I loved it!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'This story still has me thinking about it... weeks later... beautiful... Kate's beautiful way of weaving words has my brain picturing every last detail of the gardens and every character! Another winner from Kate.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'A story of friendship, old secrets and forgiveness. A perfect story.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Wonderfully entrancing tale of three very different lost souls who coincidentally all end up at the magical moongate manor and in doing so become whole again... A really special read that I would thoroughly recommend to all!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Full of twists and turns in a delightful setting. Kate Forster at her best.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Loved it. A great read and ace ending.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1803281421

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9781803281421

A Wrongful Death

By: Kate Wilhelm

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A Wrongful Death

By: Kate Wilhelm

Who knew that being a Good Samaritan would lead Barbara Holloway to face her biggest challenge ever: being named prime suspect in a high-profile kidnapping? Barbara's peace at her retreat on the Oregon coast is shattered when a terrified young boy leads her to a cabin in the woods where his battered mother has clearly been left for dead. Barbara runs for help, but by the time she returns both mother and son are gone. The puzzle deepens when Barbara learns the boy she met is the grandson of a prominent family...and they have accused her of aiding his disappearance. With the help of her father, Frank, she delves into the mystery, only to realize the kidnapping is a ruse for a more sinister plan--one that pits the meaning of family against cold hard cash. Troubling obstacles thwart Barbara's every move--from the justice system that employs her to the false identities of those around her. Yet none will compare with the shocking murder scene that awaits her.

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Harlequin

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1460305744

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Conversations with Horse

An Uncommon Dialog of Equine Wisdom

By: Kate Solisti-Mattelon

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Conversations with Horse

An Uncommon Dialog of Equine Wisdom

By: Kate Solisti-Mattelon

Horses have inspired, awed, and worked alongside humans for centuries, but have we really ever gotten to know them? In Conversations with Horse, professional animal communicator Kate Solisti-Mattelon takes us inside the mind of the majestic equine, revealing hidden insights from the equine spirit. She breaks through the species barrier and goes beyond personal animal stories to ask horses what it is they want to tell us. By reading about horses' innermost thoughts and feelings, horse lovers of all kinds will learn how to reestablish the original contract of love, trust, and mutual respect between equines and humans. You will learn how horses, as a species, have committed to bringing humans into balance with self and with other physical beings on our great planet. Horses give us many gifts, but perhaps the greatest gift of all is to teach humans to trust.

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Council Oak Books

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1571781579

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9781571781574

Urban Design

Health and the Therapeutic Environment

By: Cliff Moughtin,Paola Signoretta,Kate McMahon Moughtin

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Urban Design

Health and the Therapeutic Environment

By: Cliff Moughtin,Paola Signoretta,Kate McMahon Moughtin

This title shows how the theory and practice of urban design and planning impact on public health issues and sustainable development. With cities increasingly crowded and the need for new homes paramount, the authors explore the concept of what makes a physically and psychologically 'healthy' environment.

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Routledge

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1856176142

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9781856176149

Defense for the Devil

By: Kate Wilhelm

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Defense for the Devil

By: Kate Wilhelm

Barbara Holloway, Oregon's most dynamic lawyer, takes the case of a woman whose husband makes a most unwelcome return--and then gets himself murdered.

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Macmillan

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031219854X

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9780312198541

Cold Case

By: Kate Wilhelm

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Cold Case

By: Kate Wilhelm

Twenty-two years ago, controversial author David Etheridge and ambitious state senator Robert McCrutchen were investigated in the death of a young coed. But a circle of secrecy guaranteed the case was never solved. When Etheridge returns to Eugene, Oregon, McCrutchen is his grudging host--until the senator is found shot dead. Now Etheridge is back where he was two decades ago--suspected of murder. Only this time, with the cold case reopened, he's facing a double charge. Barbara must battle the prosecution and the court of public opinion, which has already tried and convicted Etheridge for both murders. As the pressure mounts, Barbara ties the past and present together, risking her own life to preserve justice.

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Harlequin

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1460305760

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9781460305768

Marry Me Mischa McPhee

By: Kate Gordon

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Marry Me Mischa McPhee

By: Kate Gordon

When Maddy discovers a love note scrawled on the toilet cubicle wall at work, she decides to go on a quest to find out who wrote it and to see if, just maybe, it was intended for her. This sweet Christmas holiday romance set in Hobart, Tasmania, is just the thing you need to ease into the festive season this year. BYO cup of hot chocolate and slice of cake!

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Twelfth Planet Press

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1922101605

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9781922101600

Rome

The Mini Rough Guide

By: Kate Davies,Jeffrey Kennedy

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Rome

The Mini Rough Guide

By: Kate Davies,Jeffrey Kennedy

This miniguide aims to provide everything needed for a short or long break in Rome. It has in-depth coverage of every attraction and gives insider reviews of the best places to stay.

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Rough Guides

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1858285992

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9781858285993

Business Analysis For Dummies

By: Kupe Kupersmith,Paul Mulvey,Kate McGoey

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Business Analysis For Dummies

By: Kupe Kupersmith,Paul Mulvey,Kate McGoey

Your go-to guide on business analysis Business analysis refers to the set of tasks and activities that help companies determine their objectives for meeting certain opportunities or addressing challenges and then help them define solutions to meet those objectives. Those engaged in business analysis are charged with identifying the activities that enable the company to define the business problem or opportunity, define what the solutions looks like, and define how it should behave in the end. As a BA, you lay out the plans for the process ahead. Business Analysis For Dummies is the go to reference on how to make the complex topic of business analysis easy to understand. Whether you are new or have experience with business analysis, this book gives you the tools, techniques, tips and tricks to set your project’s expectations and on the path to success. Offers guidance on how to make an impact in your organization by performing business analysis Shows you the tools and techniques to be an effective business analysis professional Provides a number of examples on how to perform business analysis regardless of your role If you're interested in learning about the tools and techniques used by successful business analysis professionals, Business Analysis For Dummies has you covered.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118510631

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9781118510636

CLEAR AND CONVINCING PROOF

By: Kate Wilhelm

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CLEAR AND CONVINCING PROOF

By: Kate Wilhelm

The Kelso/McIvey rehab center is a place of hope and healing for its patients--and for the dedicated staff who volunteer there. But David McIvey, a brilliant surgeon whose ego rivals his skill with a scalpel, wants to change all that. His plan to close the clinic and replace it with a massive new surgery center--with himself at the helm--means that the rehab center will be forced to close its doors. Since he is poised to desecrate the dreams of so many, it's not surprising to anyone, especially Oregon lawyer Barbara Holloway, that somebody dares to stop him in cold blood. When David McIvey is murdered outside the clinic's doors early one morning, Barbara once again uses her razor-sharp instincts and take-no-prisoners attitude to create a defense for the two members of the clinic who stand accused. And in her most perplexing case yet, Barbara is forced to explore the darkest places where people can hide--the soul beneath the skin.

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1460305752

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