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This Impossible Light

By: Lily Myers

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From the YouTube slam poetry star of "Shrinking Women" (more than 5 million views!) comes a novel in verse about body image, eating disorders, self-worth, mothers and daughters, and the psychological scars we inherit from our parents. Fifteen-year-old Ivy's world is in flux. Her dad has moved out, her mother is withdrawn, her brother is off at college, and her best friend, Anna, has grown distant. Worst of all, Ivy's body won’t stop expanding. She's getting taller and curvier, with no end in sight. Even her beloved math class offers no clear solution to the imbalanced equation that has become Ivy’s life. Everything feels off-kilter until a skipped meal leads to a boost in confidence and reminds Ivy that her life is her own. If Ivy can just limit what she eats—the way her mother seems to—she can stop herself from growing, focus on the upcoming math competition, and reclaim control of her life. But when her disordered eating leads to missed opportunities and a devastating health scare, Ivy realizes that she must weigh her mother's issues against her own, and discover what it means to be a part of—and apart from—her family. This Impossible Light explores the powerful reality that identity and self-worth must be taught before they are learned. Perfect for fans of Laurie Halse Anderson and Ellen Hopkins. Praise for This Impossible Light: ★ "In an exceptional novel in verse, slam poet Myers debuts with a powerful commentary on maternal inheritance and eating disorders....striking use of the flexibility of free verse...absorbing and evocative." —Publishers Weekly, starred review "Every YA library needs this book." —VOYA "Written in evocative verse, with notes of wonder and despair, the cadence flows across and down the pages with grace. Lifted beyond the confines of the problem novel with its lyricism and resonance." —Kirkus Reviews "This verse novel’s form perfectly mirrors its content as readers move from poem to poem, from thought to thought, following Ivy through the false logic that triggers and sustains her disordered eating—and into the beginning of the much more difficult steps of grief and recovery." —Horn Book "The undeniable teen appeal makes it a first purchase for any YA collection." —School Library Journal "More than a touching debut, this is a surefire coping companion, too." —Booklist

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This Impossible Light

By: Lily Myers

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By: Lily Myers

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A Reasonable Public Servant

Constitutional Foundations of Administrative Conduct in the United States

By: Lily Xiao Hong Lee,David H. Rosenbloom

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A Reasonable Public Servant

Constitutional Foundations of Administrative Conduct in the United States

By: Lily Xiao Hong Lee,David H. Rosenbloom

An essential text for PA courses on Human Resource Management as well as Public Management and Law, this book illuminates the role of the reasonable public servant, who strives to perform authorized functions efficiently, yet in a manner that aligns with constitutional values embodied in the Bill of Rights. "A Reasonable Public Servant" provides a comprehensive review of Supreme Court opinions in explaining the reasonable conduct of a public servant and the development of clearly established constitutional and statutory rights that a reasonable public servant is expected to observe: property rights; procedural due process; freedom of critical speech; privacy; equal protection; and anti-discrimination laws. The author relies on the Court's opinions as the exemplar of public reason, and pays close attention to the manner in which the Court balances among competing value priorities - for example, the rights of a public servant as an employee as well as an individual citizen, and the efficiency needs of the government as an employer as well as a sovereign state. This book's detailed appendices include the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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1317477944

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Do They Grow Out of It?

Long-term Outcomes of Childhood Disorders

By: Lily Trokenberg Hechtman

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Do They Grow Out of It?

Long-term Outcomes of Childhood Disorders

By: Lily Trokenberg Hechtman

What happens to children with psychiatric disorders as they mature? Many children experience attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder, depression, suicidal behavior, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, and conduct disorder. Long-term outcome of childhood disorders is becoming increasingly more important as clinicians, teachers, and parents take a broader, more comprehensive view of childhood disorders, their natural history, their developmental impact, later adolescent and adult functioning, and their possible multigenerational consequences. Developmental factors pertaining to the child, such as the age at onset and severity of the disorder, other comorbid conditions, the child's sex and IQ, and physical or neurological health, all seem important in influencing outcome. In addition, social factors, such as socioeconomic status, family composition, mental health of parents, family functioning, and child-rearing practices seem to affect outcome. Finally, the impact of treatment is also crucial because it provides a picture of long-term efficacy of various approaches. Do They Grow Out of It? Long-Term Outcomes of Childhood Disorders is a comprehensive review of this important area that familiarizes clinicians and others about long-term outcomes of childhood disorders. This book will guide their present interventions, which will improve long-term outcome in the future. Each chapter is written by a professional with expertise in both the disorder and its long-term sequelae. The authors critically review available information on long-term outcome of the particular childhood disorder; what factors, particularly treatments, influence this outcome; and what future research or clinical directions appear promising.

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0880487038

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Don't Blame Us

Suburban Liberals and the Transformation of the Democratic Party

By: Lily Geismer

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Don't Blame Us

Suburban Liberals and the Transformation of the Democratic Party

By: Lily Geismer

Don't Blame Us traces the reorientation of modern liberalism and the Democratic Party away from their roots in labor union halls of northern cities to white-collar professionals in postindustrial high-tech suburbs, and casts new light on the importance of suburban liberalism in modern American political culture. Focusing on the suburbs along the high-tech corridor of Route 128 around Boston, Lily Geismer challenges conventional scholarly assessments of Massachusetts exceptionalism, the decline of liberalism, and suburban politics in the wake of the rise of the New Right and the Reagan Revolution in the 1970s and 1980s. Although only a small portion of the population, knowledge professionals in Massachusetts and elsewhere have come to wield tremendous political leverage and power. By probing the possibilities and limitations of these suburban liberals, this rich and nuanced account shows that—far from being an exception to national trends—the suburbs of Massachusetts offer a model for understanding national political realignment and suburban politics in the second half of the twentieth century.

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Princeton University Press

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069117623X

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Hong Kong: Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

By: Tzong-Biau Lin,Lily Xiao Hong Lee,Udo Ernst Simonis

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Hong Kong: Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

By: Tzong-Biau Lin,Lily Xiao Hong Lee,Udo Ernst Simonis

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Hong Kong: Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

By: Tzong-Biau Lin,Lily Xiao Hong Lee,Udo Ernst Simonis

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Hong Kong: Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

Economic, Social, and Political Studies in Development, with a Comprehensive Bibliography

By: Tzong-Biau Lin,Lily Xiao Hong Lee,Udo Ernst Simonis

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Gender and Purity in the Protevangelium of James

By: Lily C. Vuong

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Gender and Purity in the Protevangelium of James

By: Lily C. Vuong

The Protevangelium of James is arguably the earliest surviving source that exhibits profound interest in Mary, the mother of Jesus. Although frequently cited for later Christian reflections about Mary, gender, and virginity and its influence on popular Christian art, music, and literature, it is not well known outside academic circles and is rarely studied for its own sake. Lily C. Vuong offers a sustained analysis of the text's narrative and literary features in order to explore the portrayal and characterization of Mary through a focus on the theme of purity. By tracing the various ways purity is described and presented in the text, the author contributes to discussions on early Jewish and Christian ideas about purity, representations of women in the ancient world, the early history of Mariology, and the place of non-canonical writings in the history of biblical interpretation.

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Mohr Siebeck

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3161523377

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Simply Sustainable

Moving Toward Plastic-Free, Low-Waste Living

By: Lily Cameron

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Simply Sustainable

Moving Toward Plastic-Free, Low-Waste Living

By: Lily Cameron

Break your plastic habit with simple, actionable steps and jumpstart your journey toward a minimal, beautiful, low-waste home. “Simply Sustainable guides you through the why and how of zero-waste, while emphasizing the importance of finding the sweet spot between sustainability and self-care.”—Julia Watkins, author of Simply Living Well Transitioning to a zero-waste lifestyle means eliminating unnecessary clutter from your home and reducing your dependence on disposable goods, but it also comes with practical challenges that can seem daunting. In Simply Sustainable, perfection is not required. Whether you are looking for easy changes to get you started, or more advanced, high-impact tips for your low-waste home, these simple, effective steps will forever change your relationship to disposable plastic products. Lily Cameron shows readers how to gradually transition away from plastic and curate a minimal, beautiful home in the process. Her approach teaches you how to "make plastic-free living work for you, savor your progress and celebrate that with each small change, you are making a positive impact on the environment, your health and your family's well being." Simply Sustainable proves that zero-waste living can be easy and deeply satisfying, whether shopping at the farmers market, throwing a dinner party, or packing for a getaway weekend. With practical, manageable strategies organized by room, and inspiring photographs of plastic-free homes, you can begin your journey toward intentional, low-waste living.

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1984859145

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Intercultural Experience and Identity

Narratives of Chinese Doctoral Students in the UK

By: Lily Lei Ye

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Intercultural Experience and Identity

Narratives of Chinese Doctoral Students in the UK

By: Lily Lei Ye

This book examines the identity formation and negotiation of Chinese doctoral students in the UK, and the opportunity for self-transformation this experience offers. As the largest group of international students in the English-speaking world, Mainland Chinese students encounter a range of difficulties and prospects that may be relevant to the wider international student community. Using extensive qualitative and empirical data, the author explores the narratives of eleven Chinese doctoral students at two British universities through a sociological perspective. Balancing analysis with solid theoretical framework and the voices of the students themselves, the author moves away from essentialism and ‘othering’, instead shining a light on the effects of globalisation, internationalisation and recent policy strategies. This volume will be of interest and value to students and scholars of comparative and international education, identity formation, intercultural communication, the sociology of education and study abroad.

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3319913735

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Resisting Garbage

The Politics of Waste Management in American Cities

By: Lily Baum Pollans

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Resisting Garbage

The Politics of Waste Management in American Cities

By: Lily Baum Pollans

Resisting Garbage presents a new approach to understanding practices of waste removal and recycling in American cities, one that is grounded in the close observation of case studies while being broadly applicable to many American cities today. Most current waste practices in the United States, Lily Baum Pollans argues, prioritize sanitation and efficiency while allowing limited post-consumer recycling as a way to quell consumers’ environmental anxiety. After setting out the contours of this “weak recycling waste regime,” Pollans zooms in on the very different waste management stories of Seattle and Boston over the last forty years. While Boston’s local politics resulted in a waste-export program with minimal recycling, Seattle created new frameworks for thinking about consumption, disposal, and the roles that local governments and ordinary people can play as partners in a project of resource stewardship. By exploring how these two approaches have played out at the national level, Resisting Garbage provides new avenues for evaluating municipal action and fostering practices that will create environmentally meaningful change.

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University of Texas Press

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1477323724

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New York's Industrial Growth

By: Henrietta M. Lily,Robert Zillman

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New York's Industrial Growth

By: Henrietta M. Lily,Robert Zillman

New York State has many unique geographical qualities and resources that have helped make it a leader in business and industry. This fascinating book traces the history of the states industrial growth from its earliest colonial occupation by the Dutch to the development of factories and infrastructure that make New York the flourishing hub it is today. This helpful resource features primary source documents and maps from New Yorks history.

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The Rosen Publishing Group

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1448857864

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Lily's Grammar of Latin in English: An Introduction of the Eyght Partes of Speche, and the Construction of the Same

Edited and Introduced by Hedwig Gwosdek

By: William Lily

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Lily's Grammar of Latin in English: An Introduction of the Eyght Partes of Speche, and the Construction of the Same

Edited and Introduced by Hedwig Gwosdek

By: William Lily

This is an edition of the sixteenth-century Latin grammar which became, by Henry VIII's acclamation, the first authorized text for the teaching of Latin in grammar schools in England. It deeply influenced the study of Latin and the understanding of grammar. This edition includes chapters on its origins, composition, and subsequent history.

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Oxford University Press, USA

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0199668116

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East Cooper

A Maritime Heritage

By: Tressy Magwood Mellichamp,Lily Herndon Weaks

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East Cooper

A Maritime Heritage

By: Tressy Magwood Mellichamp,Lily Herndon Weaks

The stretch of land known as East of the Cooper, featuring the charming town of Mount Pleasant, is interwoven with innumerable waterways; these waters pulsate with the ebb and flow of tides like a network of arteries, veins, and capillaries connecting to the living heart that is the sea. Mount Pleasants location on the Charleston harbor and its deep water access has ensured that the sea has played a major role in the lives of its residents, providing thriving maritime industries that are at once historic and contemporary. East Cooper: A Maritime Heritage is a celebration of those industries and the families and vessels that have contributed to this vital part of Lowcountry culture. Throughout history, indigenous peoples, colonists, plantation owners, and seafood industry entrepreneurs have traversed the miles of rivers, marshy creeks, and coastlines of the East Cooper area. This collection of images demonstrates the ingenuity and artistry of these people whose descendants shared their pasts with the authors as generously as their ancestors shared their skills and intimate relationships with the local waters.

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Arcadia Publishing

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1439619646

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Promoting Health

The Primary Health Care Approach

By: Jane Taylor,Lily O’Hara,Lyn Talbot,Glenda Verrinder

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Promoting Health

The Primary Health Care Approach

By: Jane Taylor,Lily O’Hara,Lyn Talbot,Glenda Verrinder

Updated framework for health promotion practice including distinction between comprehensive and selective primary health care approaches, and the addition of the health promotion practice cycle Introduction to the values and principles of critical health promotion and their application within a comprehensive primary health care context Increased focus on indigenous perspectives, with current Australian and New Zealand examples Quizzes to check understanding of the content of each chapter

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0729588122

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Body Count

The War on Terror and Civilian Deaths in Iraq

By: Hamourtziadou, Lily

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Body Count

The War on Terror and Civilian Deaths in Iraq

By: Hamourtziadou, Lily

Lily Hamourtziadou’s investigation into civilian victims during the conflicts that followed the US-led coalition’s 2003 invasion of Iraq provides important new perspectives on the human cost of the War on Terror. From early fighting to the withdrawal and return of coalition troops, the Arab Spring and the rise of ISIS, the book explores the scale and causes of deaths and places them in the contexts of power struggles, US foreign policy and radicalisation. Casting fresh light on not just the conflict but international geopolitics and the history of Iraq, it constructs a unique and insightful human security approach to war.

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Policy Press

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1529206766

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Creativity Class

Art School and Culture Work in Postsocialist China

By: Lily Chumley

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Creativity Class

Art School and Culture Work in Postsocialist China

By: Lily Chumley

How China's art students develop their aesthetic styles and enter the nation's creative economy The last three decades have seen a massive expansion of China's visual culture industries, from architecture and graphic design to fine art and fashion. New ideologies of creativity and creative practices have reshaped the training of a new generation of art school graduates. Creativity Class is the first book to explore how Chinese art students develop, embody, and promote their own personalities and styles as they move from art school entrance test preparation, to art school, to work in the country's burgeoning culture industries. Lily Chumley shows the connections between this creative explosion and the Chinese government's explicit goal of cultivating creative human capital in a new "market socialist" economy where value is produced through innovation. Drawing on years of fieldwork in China's leading art academies and art test prep schools, Chumley combines ethnography and oral history with analyses of contemporary avant-garde and official art, popular media, and propaganda. Examining the rise of a Chinese artistic vanguard and creative knowledge-based economy, Creativity Class sheds light on an important facet of today's China.

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Princeton University Press

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0691203091

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9780691203096

Seagull One

The Amazing True Story of Brothers to the Rescue

By: Lily Prellezo

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Seagull One

The Amazing True Story of Brothers to the Rescue

By: Lily Prellezo

There was a time in Miami when it seemed impossible to go through a week without news coverage of the men, women and children escaping Cuba and being pulled off of makeshift rafts in the middle of the Florida Straits. One out of four did not survive the dangerous journey; the others barely hung on with little food and water. Most of the lucky ones were saved by a group of volunteers who called themselves Brothers to the Rescue (BTTR). Seagull One is the never-before-told story of the men and women representing nineteen nationalities who came together to fly in rickety Cessnas over the Florida Straits to search for rafters fleeing Communist Cuba. It is a fascinating account of how José Basulto, a Cuban exile and Bay of Pigs veteran, founded BTTR with the humanitarian mission of saving the lives of the desperate souls willing to brave the ocean in pursuit of freedom. The group’s tactics were sometimes controversial, including protests against both the Cuban and U.S. governments, yet the organization managed to save over 4,200 people they would seldom, if ever, meet. Seagull One also records the infiltration of two spies, one who was a double agent working for the FBI. Together these two volunteers collaborated with the Castro government in planning the shoot down over international waters of two unarmed Cessnas flying a humanitarian mission on February 24, 1996. The cold-blooded murder of four innocent men (three American citizens and one legal resident) led to significant changes in U.S.-Cuba relations. Over one hundred people were interviewed for Seagull One. Their stories come to life in this nonfiction narrative that reads like a novel.

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University Press of Florida

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0813037417

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9780813037417

The Harvey Lectures Series 94, 1998-1999

By: Mark M. Davis,Elaine Fuchs,Tony Hunter,Lily Yeh Jan,Yuh Nung Jan,Peter G. Schultz,Paul B. Sigler,David J. Weatherall

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The Harvey Lectures Series 94, 1998-1999

By: Mark M. Davis,Elaine Fuchs,Tony Hunter,Lily Yeh Jan,Yuh Nung Jan,Peter G. Schultz,Paul B. Sigler,David J. Weatherall

The Harvey Society was founded in 1905 by thirteen New York scientists and physicians with the purpose of forging a "closer relationship between the purely practical side of medicine and the results of laboratory investigation." The Society distributes scientific knowledge in selected areas of anatomy, physiology, pathology, bacteriology, pharmacology, and physiological and pathological chemistry through public lectures, which are published annually. Series 94, 1998-1999 covers themes in neurogenetic studies, the role of tyrosine phosphorylation in cell growth and disease, the biology of the epidermis and its appendages, and the phenotypic diversity of monogenic disease.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0471401250

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Chicken Little Jane

By: Lily Munsell Ritchie

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Chicken Little Jane

By: Lily Munsell Ritchie

Chicken Little Jane" by Lily Munsell Ritchie is a heartwarming and engaging children's story that follows the adventures of a young and spirited girl named Jane. The narrative is infused with charm and relatability, making it a delightful read for young readers and a nostalgic journey for those who appreciate classic children's literature. The story revolves around Chicken Little Jane, a nickname affectionately given to the protagonist by her family due to her small stature and lively nature. Despite her diminutive size, Jane possesses an indomitable spirit and a curious mind that lead her into a series of endearing escapades. As readers follow Jane's journey, they are introduced to a colorful cast of characters who populate her world. From family members and neighbors to animals and friends, each character contributes to the vibrant tapestry of Jane's life. Through her interactions with others, Jane learns valuable lessons about friendship, kindness, and the importance of embracing one's unique qualities. Set in a quaint and idyllic setting, "Chicken Little Jane" captures the essence of childhood wonder and imagination. The story is peppered with whimsical moments, playful dialogues, and a touch of whimsy that transports readers to a simpler time and place. Jane's everyday experiences and her ability to find joy in the small things resonate with readers of all ages. Lily Munsell Ritchie's writing style is characterized by its warmth, simplicity, and authenticity. Her portrayal of Jane's thoughts and emotions allows readers to connect with the young protagonist on a personal level, fostering empathy and a sense of camaraderie. The narrative's gentle pacing and vivid descriptions further enhance the reader's immersion into Jane's world. "Chicken Little Jane" ultimately celebrates the magic of childhood, the importance of embracing one's individuality, and the power of imagination. Through Jane's adventures and misadventures, readers are reminded of the joy of discovery, the beauty of friendship, and the boundless potential that resides within each person.

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The Early Advantage 1

Early Childhood Systems That Lead by Example

By: Collete Tayler,Tom Peachey,Bridget Healey,Kathy Sylva,Grace Murkett,Lily Fritz,Kristiina Kumpulainen,Nirmala Rao,Carrie Lau,Mugyeong Moon,Eva Landsberg,Rebecca Bull,Alfredo Bautista

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The Early Advantage 1

Early Childhood Systems That Lead by Example

By: Collete Tayler,Tom Peachey,Bridget Healey,Kathy Sylva,Grace Murkett,Lily Fritz,Kristiina Kumpulainen,Nirmala Rao,Carrie Lau,Mugyeong Moon,Eva Landsberg,Rebecca Bull,Alfredo Bautista

Learn how exemplary countries are dealing with the challenges and joys of advancing the development of their youngest citizens. In this book, Sharon Lynn Kagan and her contributors systematically examine how six diverse countries go about envisioning, designing, and implementing their services to young children and their families. The Early Advantage 1 sheds light on new and exciting approaches to early childhood education and care (ECEC) that are contributing to the quality, equity, efficiency, and sustainability of services for young children. Brimming with fresh insights, the text provides concrete examples of successfully implemented strategies and methods that warrant attention from other countries wishing to improve their early childhood services. The 2-year comparative analysis upon which this volume is based was made possible with funding and support from the National Center on Education and the Economy’s (NCEE) Center on International Education Benchmarking. Book Features: Presents groundbreaking approaches to early childhood policy, practice, and service delivery from around the globe. Based on contributions from leading scholars and policymakers from six countries: Australia, England, Finland, Hong Kong, Korea, and Singapore. Acknowledges the important role of culture in shaping the quality and array of services afforded to young children. Uses rigorous research that includes common designs, vetted protocols, and repeated validations. Includes detailed country fact sheets with data on demographics, governmental expenditures, staff qualifications, mandated monitoring systems, and more. Is part of NCEE’s research into the 9 Building Blocks for a World-Class Education System. Contributors: Rebecca Bull, co-principal investigator, Singapore. Alfredo Bautista, contributing author, Singapore. Lily Fritz, contributing author, England. Bridget Healey, contributing author, Australia. Sharon Lynn Kagan, principal investigator, U.S. Kristiina Kumpulainen, co-principal investigator, Finland. Eva Landsberg, contributing author, National Center for Children and Families, U.S. Carrie Lau, contributing author, Hong Kong. Mugyeong Moon, co-principal investigator, Republic of Korea. Grace Murkett, contributing author, England. Tom Peachey, contributing author, Australia. Nirmala Rao, co-principal investigator, Hong Kong. Kathy Sylva, co-principal investigator, England. Collette Tayler, co-principal investigator, Australia.

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Teachers College Press

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0807759414

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I Worked Alone

Diary of a Double Agent in World War II Europe

By: Lily Sergueiew

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I Worked Alone

Diary of a Double Agent in World War II Europe

By: Lily Sergueiew

During World War II Nathalie "Lily" Sergueiew, a woman of mystery, confidently seduced the German Intelligence Service into employing her as a spy against their British enemy. Little did they know that this striking woman--who turned heads when she walked into a room with her little dog Babs--would work with their enemy against them. Her diary chronicles her months-long journey to becoming a double agent for the British under the code name Treasure. From the moment she conceived the idea of becoming a double agent, Lily faced challenges on two fronts: first, she had to convince the Germans to ask her to spy for them; second, she needed the British to believe her story. Only then could she begin the perilous work of helping free her homeland--France--from the German occupier.

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McFarland

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1476617171

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A Dream of Arcadia

Anti-Industrialism in Spanish LIterature, 1895–1905

By: Lily Litvak

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A Dream of Arcadia

Anti-Industrialism in Spanish LIterature, 1895–1905

By: Lily Litvak

The dream of “progress” that animated many nineteenth-century artistic and political movements gave way at the turn of the century to a dissatisfaction with the Industrial Civilization and a recurrent pessimism about a future dominated by mechanization. Art Nouveau, which was both a style and a movement, embodied this dissatisfaction, marking the turn-of-the-century period with an aesthetic that consciously set out to revolutionize literature, the arts, and society within the framework of a brutalizing, wildly burgeoning Industrial Civilization. Generally associated with northern European culture, Art Nouveau also had a great impact in the south, particularly in Spain. A Dream of Arcadia is the first work to explore Spain’s fertile and imaginative Art Nouveau. Through the eyes of four major Spanish writers, Lily Litvak views several different aspects of the turn-of-the-century struggle against the advances of industrialism in Spain. Her interpretation of the early works of Ramón del Valle Inclán, Miguel de Unamuno, José Martínez Ruiz (Azorín), and Pío Baroja exposes a longing for a preindustrial arcadia based on a return to nature, the revival of handicrafts and medieval art, an attraction to rural primitive societies, and a revulsion against the modern city. Set against the European literary and artistic background of the period, her observations place the Spanish manifestations of Art Nouveau within the context of the better-known northern phenomena. Of particular interest is her discussion of the influences of John Ruskin, William Morris, and the Pre-Raphaelites, which demonstrates how the general European mood was articulated in Spain. Litvak concludes that Valle Inclán, Unamuno, Azorín, and Baroja must be considered as more than simply fin de siècle writers, for they became part of a general movement, generated by Art Nouveau, that spans an entire century. A Dream of Arcadia demonstrates that Art Nouveau was more than a flash on Europe's artistic horizon; it is a philosophy with ramifications that have led to communes, handcrafted articles, and nomadic adolescents in search of truth.

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The Comeback

By: Lily Chu

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The Comeback

By: Lily Chu

For fans of The People We Meet on Vacation and everything K-Pop comes a hilarious and thoughtful story of fame, family, and love. "Hilarious and relatable." —Talia Hibbert, USA Today bestselling author for The Stand-In Ariadne Hui thrives on routine. So what if everything in her life is planned down to the minute: that's the way she likes it. If she's going to make partner in Toronto's most prestigious law firm, she needs to stay focused at all times. But when she comes home after yet another soul-sucking day to find an unfamiliar, gorgeous man camped out in her living room, focus is the last thing on her mind. Especially when her roommate explains this is Choi Jihoon, her cousin freshly arrived from Seoul to mend a broken heart. He just needs a few weeks to rest and heal; Ari will barely even know he's there. (Yeah, right.) Jihoon is kindness and chaos personified, and it isn't long before she's falling, hard. But when one wrong step leads to a shocking truth, Ari finds herself thrust onto the world stage: not as the competent, steely lawyer she's fought so hard to become, but as the mystery woman on the arm of a man the entire world claims to know. Now with her heart, her future, and her sense of self on the line, Ari will have to cut through all the pretty lies to find the truth of her relationship...and discover the Ariadne Hui she's finally ready to be. WHO IS ARIADNE HUI? Laser-focused lawyer climbing the corporate ladder "Perfect" daughter living her father's dream Shocking love interest of South Korea's hottest star

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1728242665

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Nutritional Self-Defense

Better Health in a Polluted, Over-Processed, and Stressful World

By: Lily Splane

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Nutritional Self-Defense

Better Health in a Polluted, Over-Processed, and Stressful World

By: Lily Splane

Get a fighting chance with "Nutritional Self-Defense." Readers will find the knowledge and tools to combat the daily onslaught of processed fast-foods, pollution, and stress here with authoritative, up-to-date, tables for instant reference.

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0945962134

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Food, Foodways and Foodscapes

Culture, Community and Consumption in Post-Colonial Singapore

By: Lily Kong

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Food, Foodways and Foodscapes

Culture, Community and Consumption in Post-Colonial Singapore

By: Lily Kong

This fascinating and insightful volume introduces readers to food as a window to the social and cultural history and geography of Singapore. It demonstrates how the food we consume, the ways in which we acquire and prepare it, the company we keep as we cook and eat, and our preferences and practices are all revealing of a larger economic, social, cultural and political world, both historically and in contemporary times. Readers will be captivated by chapters that deal with the intersections of food and ethnicity, gender and class, food hybridity, innovations and creativity, heritage and change, globalization and localization, and more. This is a must-read for anyone interested in Singapore culture and society.

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World Scientific

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9814641235

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Insulting Music

A Lexicon of Insult in Music

By: Lily E. Hirsch

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Insulting Music

A Lexicon of Insult in Music

By: Lily E. Hirsch

Insulting Music explores insult in and around music and demonstrates that insult is a key dimension of Western musical experience and practice. There is insult in the music we hear, how we express our musical preferences, as well as our reactions to settings and sites of music and music making. More than that, when music and insult overlap, the effects can both promote social justice or undermine it, foster connection or break it apart. The coming together of music and insult shapes our sense of self and view of other people, underlining and constructing difference, often in terms of race and gender. In the last decade, music’s power dynamics have become an increasingly important concern for music scholars, critics, and fans. Studying musicians such as Frank Zappa, Nickleback, Taylor Swift, and the Insane Clown Posse, and musical phenomena such as musician jokes, the use of music to torture people, and the playing of music in restaurants, this book shows the various and contradictory ways insults are used to negotiate those existing dynamics in and around music.

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3031164660

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Taking Funny Music Seriously

By: Lily E. Hirsch

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Taking Funny Music Seriously

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Take funny music seriously! Though often dismissed as silly or derivative, funny music, Lily E. Hirsch argues, is incredibly creative and dynamic, serving multiple aims from the celebratory to the rebellious, the entertaining to the mentally uplifting. Music can be a rich site for humor, with so many opportunities that are ripe for a comedic left turn. Taking Funny Music Seriously includes original interviews with some of the best musical humorists, such as Tom Lehrer, "the J. D. Salinger of musical satire"; Peter Schickele, who performed as the invented composer P. D. Q. Bach, the supposed lost son of the great J. S. Bach; Kate Micucci and Riki Lindhome of the funny music duo Garfunkel and Oates; comedic film composer Theodore Shapiro; Too Slim of the country group Riders in the Sky; and musical comedian Jessica McKenna, from the podcast Off Book, part of a long line of "funny girls." With their help, Taking Funny Music Seriously examines comedy from a variety of genres and musical contexts--from bad singing to rap, classical music to country, Broadway music to film music, and even love songs and songs about death. In its coverage of comedic musical media, Taking Funny Music Seriously is an accessible and lively look at funny music. It offers us a chance to appreciate more fully the joke in music and the benefits of getting that joke--especially in times of crisis--including comfort, catharsis, and connection.

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