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No Mountain High Enough

Raising Lance, Raising Me

By: Linda Armstrong Kelly

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No Mountain High Enough

Raising Lance, Raising Me

By: Linda Armstrong Kelly

From the mother of six-time Tour de France champion and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong comes the extraordinary story of the resilience of the human spirit and the remarkable effect of great parenting. In this powerful memoir, Kelly recounts her transformation from a poverty-stricken teen in the Dallas projects to a powerful role model for mothers everywhere.

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Large Print Press

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0786276649

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9780786276646

The French Revolution

By: Linda S. Frey,Marsha L. Frey

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The French Revolution

By: Linda S. Frey,Marsha L. Frey

The French Revolution has often been perceived as the dawn of the modern era, the divide between the ancien régime and the contemporary world. It is an undeniably crucial event in the history of Western Civilization. Yet it is also a confusing and oft-misunderstood event. This comprehensive examination of the Revolution provides students with a narrative historical overview, essays on major aspects of the event, lengthy biographical profiles of key persons, the text of important primary documents contemporary to the time, a timeline, a glossary, and an annotated bibliography of print and electronic sources suitable to students. This is an ideal starting point for students and general readers interested in this fascinating historical period. Marsha and Linda Frey, noted French historians, place the French Revolution in historical and social context for the reader. In addition to a historical overview, other essays explore the deterioration of the ancien régime and the birth of the revolution, the Terror, the culture of the Revolution, Revolution-era diplomacy, and the ambiguous legacy of the Revolution. Biographical portraits range from Louis XVI to Robespierre and from Danton to Lafayette. Primary documents such as the Declaration of the Rights of Man, excerpts from the memoirs of French minister Miot de Melito, and Englishman William Eden's description of Revolutionary France bring to life the political, cultural, and emotional upheaval that was the French Revolution. Illustrations from contemporary sources add a valuable visual component to this all-in-one reference source.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313017085

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9780313017087

No Mountain High Enough

Raising Lance, Raising Me

By: Linda Armstrong Kelly,Joni Rodgers

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No Mountain High Enough

Raising Lance, Raising Me

By: Linda Armstrong Kelly,Joni Rodgers

The old adage that 'behind every strong man there is a stronger woman' has never been more true than in the case of Lance Armstrong, six-time Tour de France winner, cancer survivor and bestselling author. Anyone who knows Lance is in no doubt about where he found his inspiration. A force of nature, his mother Linda's determination and sheer joie de vivre not only nurtured one of our era's greatest athletes, but fuelled her transformation from poverty-stricken teen to powerful role model. Kicked out of home at 17 after refusing to get an abortion, dismissed from high school for being pregnant, and trapped in an abusive relationship as an unmarried mother, Linda was a candidate for disaster. But, armed with a fierce belief in herself as a work in progress and buoyed by a tidal wave of love for her little boy, she beat the odds as a struggling single parent and, despite her lack of education, went on to become a highly successful telecommunications executive and a no-nonsense, empowering mother whose desire to excel was contagious. Her resolve to make every setback an opportunity set an extraordinary example for Lance and her remarkable story is a testament to dreaming big - and making a difference.Upbeat, determined, hard-working, loving, forgiving, funny and unsinkable, this is a woman who managed to not only overcome the odds but embrace life and enjoy it, whatever it threw at her. And the readership for this inspirational tale of triumph over adversity will extend well beyond those merely curious about Lance Armstrong. The philosophy that shines through these pages will appeal to many women, and most certainly mothers everywhere. Linda was at Lance's side throughout his treatment for cancer and they remain extremely close. His first book, IT'S NOT ABOUT THE BIKE, was dedicated to her, and he has written a moving Foreword to this remarkable book.

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1863254722

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Lesbian Sources

A Bibliography of Periodical Articles, 1970-1990

By: Linda Garber

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Lesbian Sources

A Bibliography of Periodical Articles, 1970-1990

By: Linda Garber

This is the final volume of nine in a series on Gay and Lesbian studies. Originally published in 1993, Lesbian Sources is a cross-referenced bibliography of articles written by and/or about lesbians and published in nationally- or internationally-distributed periodicals between 1970 and 1990.

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Routledge

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1317947096

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9781317947097

Introduction to Teaching

Making a Difference in Student Learning

By: Gene E. Hall,Linda F. Quinn,Donna M. Gollnick

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Introduction to Teaching

Making a Difference in Student Learning

By: Gene E. Hall,Linda F. Quinn,Donna M. Gollnick

An ideal introductory text for aspiring teachers, Introduction to Teaching: Making a Difference in Student Learning is grounded in the realities and complexities found in today’s schools. Acclaimed authors Gene E. Hall, Linda F. Quinn, and Donna M. Gollnick thoroughly prepare readers to make a difference as teachers, presenting firsthand stories and evidence-based practices while offering a student-centered approach to learning. The authors focus on how to address one of the biggest challenges facing many of today’s schools—ensuring that all students are learning—and help teachers prioritize student learning as their primary focus. From true-to-life challenges that future teachers will face, such as high-stakes testing, reduced funding, low retention, and Common Core State Standards, to the inspiration and joy they will experience throughout their teaching careers, the Third Edition paints an importantly authentic picture of the real life of a teacher.

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SAGE Publications

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150639390X

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9781506393902

Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana

What to Name Your Baby Now

By: Linda Rosenkrantz,Pamela Redmond Satran

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Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana

What to Name Your Baby Now

By: Linda Rosenkrantz,Pamela Redmond Satran

Quoted everywhere from Parenting to The Wall Street Journal, with over a million copies of their books in print, bestselling authors Linda Rosenkrantz and Pamela Redmond Satran are the baby-name experts. In this fresh and expanded new edition of "the best baby-naming book ever written" (The News Journal), they offer irresistible lists of names you won't find anywhere else, along with their trademark wit and insight on the most important questions-and answers-for expectant parents: Style: What's hot and what's cool--including Honest Names, Spiritual Names, Kreeatif Names, The Two-Syllable Solution, Word Names, The Exotics, and a Girl Named Boy. Popularity: The most popular names in America and around the world, and whatcelebrities are naming their babies. Image: What's really in a name, and why Briyana spells trouble Sex: What's it like for a girl to grow up with a traditionally feminine name like Abigail or Blossom; a no-frills name like Alice or Jane; or a unisex name like Dylan or Dakota? And are there any decidedly masculine names left for boys? Tradition: A concise history of American baby-naming, plus inspired ways to reflect your own cultural heritage. Family: Whose name is it, anyway? and other vital considerations. "Unlike garden-variety baby-name guides...[Beyond Jennifer & Jason] lays it on the line."-Entertainment Weekly

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Macmillan

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0312940955

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9780312940959

Management Skills for Clinicians, Volume I

Transitioning to Administration

By: Linda R. LaGanga

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Management Skills for Clinicians, Volume I

Transitioning to Administration

By: Linda R. LaGanga

This book introduces new healthcare managers to the skills they need to transition and succeed in their managerial roles. More experienced managers can benefit, too, from examples and collected insights of other managers who were interviewed and from examples in recent and revisited literature. The author covers both “hard” business skills and “soft” people/organizational skills. We draw from books, articles, examples, and managerial experience of the author and colleagues at different organizational levels and throughout healthcare settings and professions.

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Business Expert Press

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1606498177

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9781606498170

A Reference Guide to Television's Bonanza

Episodes, Personnel and Broadcast History

By: Bruce R. Leiby,Linda F. Leiby

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A Reference Guide to Television's Bonanza

Episodes, Personnel and Broadcast History

By: Bruce R. Leiby,Linda F. Leiby

Bonanza aired on NBC from September 12, 1959, to January 16, 1973, playing to 480,000,000 viewers in over 97 countries. It was the second longest running western series, surpassed only by Gunsmoke, and continues to provide wholesome entertainment to old and new fans via syndication. This book provides an in-depth chronicle of the series and its stars. A history of the show from its inception to the current made-for-television movies is provided, and an episode guide includes a synopsis of each show and lists such details as the main characters of each episode and the actors who portrayed them, the dates they stayed with the show, date and time of original broadcast, writer, director, producer, executive producer, and supporting cast. Also provided are character sketches for each of the major recurring characters, career biographies of Lorne Green, Pernell Roberts, Dan Blocker, and Michael Landon, brief biographical sketches of the supporting cast, a discography of recordings of the Bonanza theme and recordings of the four major stars, and information on Bonanza television movies.

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McFarland

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1476600759

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9781476600758

Secrets of The Wee Free Men and Discworld

The Myths and Legends of Terry Pratchett's Multiverse

By: Carrie Pyykkonen,Linda Washington

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Secrets of The Wee Free Men and Discworld

The Myths and Legends of Terry Pratchett's Multiverse

By: Carrie Pyykkonen,Linda Washington

A fascinating guide to the international bestselling Discworld series and the award-winning The Wee Free Men—soon to be a major motion picture Before J. K. Rowling became the best-selling author in Britain, Terry Pratchett wore that hat. With over 45 million books sold, Pratchett is an international phenomenon. His brainchild is the Discworld series—novels he began as parodies of other works like Macbeth, Faust, and The Arabian Nights. The Wee Free Men, one of Pratchett's most popular novels, will be made into a movie by Spider-Man director Sam Raimi. It's the story of 9-year-old wannabe witch Tiffany Aching, who unites with the Nac Mac Feegle (6-inch-tall blue men who like to fight and love to drink) to free her brother from an evil fairy queen. A fun, interactive guide that will explore the land of Discword, Secrets of The Wee Free Men and Discworld is filled with sidebars, mythology trivia, and includes a bio of the fascinating author Terry Pratchett, and an in-depth analysis of his work. This unofficial guide is a great resource for readers of The Wee Free Men and the other books of the Discworld series.

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0312372434

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9780312372439

A Marmac Guide to Atlanta

By: Linda E. Clopton

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A Marmac Guide to Atlanta

By: Linda E. Clopton

Atlanta is much more than thriving commerce. With its long tradition of civic, cultural, and sporting excellence, the city offers a variety of visual and performing arts, year-round professional sports, and exciting nightlife.

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Pelican Publishing

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1565548175

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9781565548176

North American Amphibians

Distribution and Diversity

By: David M. Green,Linda A. Weir,Gary S. Casper,Michael J. Lannoo

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North American Amphibians

Distribution and Diversity

By: David M. Green,Linda A. Weir,Gary S. Casper,Michael J. Lannoo

The frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts that inhabit North America, numbering nearly 300 species, represent immense variation in form, habitat, distribution and ecology. This volume discusses the diversity of these animals in relation to the historical geography of the North American continent and portrays all of the formally recognized amphibian species to be found in the United States and Canada within a geographical context. Each species is presented with a color photograph, an account of its range, habitat and conservation status, and an up-to-date, full color range map that depicts its known occurrences in relation to the topography of the landscape. This volume reflects the enormous growth in interest about amphibians and increased intensity of scientific research into their biology and distribution that has occurred during the past two decades"--

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Univ of California Press

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0520266722

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9780520266728

Women's Health Review E-book

A Clinical Update in Obstetrics - Gynecology

By: Philip J. DiSaia,Gautam Chaudhuri,Linda C. Giudice,Thomas R. Moore,Lloyd H. Smith,Manuel M. Porto

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Women's Health Review E-book

A Clinical Update in Obstetrics - Gynecology

By: Philip J. DiSaia,Gautam Chaudhuri,Linda C. Giudice,Thomas R. Moore,Lloyd H. Smith,Manuel M. Porto

Efficiently review the latest clinical recommendations, developments, and procedures with Women’s Health Review. This comprehensive, yet succinct summary is just the medical reference book you need to ensure that your knowledge is up to date! Zero in on the most important new information with "update boxes," and dig deeper into the surrounding text for more background or complementary discussions. Review key points quickly with the aid of relevant tables and images. Take an organized approach to review with a subspecialty-based structure and a convenient outline format. Get the authoritative coverage you need thanks to the collaboration of contributions from University of California medical schools, each at the top of their specialty.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1455740519

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9781455740512

Sport Law

A Managerial Approach

By: Linda Sharp,Anita Moorman,Cathryn Claussen

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Sport Law

A Managerial Approach

By: Linda Sharp,Anita Moorman,Cathryn Claussen

Sport Law: A Managerial Approach, third edition, merges law and sport management in a way that is accessible and straightforward. Its organization continues to revolve around management functions rather than legal theory. Concise explanations, coupled with relevant industry examples and cases, give readers just enough legal doctrine to understand the important concepts that apply to each area. This book will help prepare students as they get ready to assume a broad range of responsibilities in sport, education, or recreation. Whether readers work as coaches or teachers; administer professional programs; manage fitness/health clubs; or assume roles in a high school, college, Olympic, or professional sport organization, legal concerns will inevitably be woven into their managerial concerns. This book provides knowledge of the law that helps create a competitive advantage and build a more efficient and successful operation that better serves the needs of its constituents. Special Features of the Book Managerial context tables. Chapter-opening exhibits act as organizational and study tools identifying managerial contexts in relation to major legal issues, relevant law, and illustrative cases for the chapter. Case opinions, focus cases, and hypothetical cases. Legal opinions--both excerpted (case opinions) and summarized (focus cases)--illustrate relevant legal points and help readers understand the interplay between fact and legal theory. The cases include questions for discussion, and the instructor’s manual provides guidance for the discussion. Hypothetical cases further highlight topics of interest and include discussion questions to facilitate understanding of the material; analysis and possible responses appear at the end of the chapter. Competitive advantage strategies. Highlighted, focused strategies based on discussions in the text help readers understand how to use the law to make sound operational decisions and will assist them in working effectively with legal counsel. Discussion questions, learning activities, and case studies. Thoughtful and thought-provoking questions and activities emphasize important concepts;they help instructors teach and readers review the material. Creative case studies stimulate readers, as future sport or recreation managers, to analyze situations involving a legal issue presented in the chapter. Annotated websites. Each chapter includes a collection of web resources to help readers explore topics further. Accompanying the web addresses are brief descriptions pointing out key links and the sites' benefits. Bookmarking these sites will help readers in future research or throughout their careers.

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Taylor & Francis

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1351808893

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9781351808897

Women and AIDS

Negotiating Safer Practices, Care, and Representation

By: Ellen Cole,Esther D Rothblum,Linda K Fuller,Nancy Roth

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Women and AIDS

Negotiating Safer Practices, Care, and Representation

By: Ellen Cole,Esther D Rothblum,Linda K Fuller,Nancy Roth

For many women, the advice “Use a condom!” is not enough to help protect them from HIV infection. As Women and AIDS reveals, “negotiating” safer sex practices is a very complex issue for women who are involved in relationships where they do not enjoy physical, social, or economic equality. The book’s authors maintain that the key to curbing the spread of HIV and to caring for those already infected--is communication. Women and AIDS is the first volume to address HIV/AIDS and women from a communication perspective. This helpful guidebook addresses how women might achieve safer sexual and drug injection practices with partners, but it also explores women’s negotiation of the health care system as patients, medical research subjects, and caregivers. It challenges traditional assumptions about the relationship between care providers and patients and the meaning of patient compliance and raises important questions about gender, race, and class that are exacerbated by the epidemic. Designed to ground interventions in the realities of women’s lives, Women and AIDS discusses what women can do to get around communication and health care obstacles. To this end, you will learn about: using the media for HIV-related social action and to promote women’s views of HIV and sexuality prison health care for HIV-positive women cultural constructions of sex and drug sharing in a variety of communities long-term changes that will empower women delivering an HIV-positive diagnosis to patients gender roles and caregiving the language we use to talk about “Third World” women and “Asian AIDS” women AIDS filmmakers/videographers For the benefit of AIDS activists, health care providers, and counselors, Women and AIDS discusses women and their communication and awareness from virtually every angle. This book analyzes situations where communication breaks down--from the woman who can’t openly discuss safe sex with her partner, to the drunk college student who “hooks up,” to the doctor who gives an HIV-positive diagnosis without compassion--and offers communication solutions. This will help women avoid such risks, establish communication and safety in their lives, and construct meaningful roles in relationship to HIV/AIDS.

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Routledge

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1317712439

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9781317712435

The Peacock Room

A Cultural Biography

By: Linda Merrill

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The Peacock Room

A Cultural Biography

By: Linda Merrill

En gennemgang af Smithsonian Institutions Peacock Room, indrettet af J.A.M. Whistler (1834-1903)

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Yale University Press

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0300076118

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9780300076110

Richard Brinsley Sheridan

A Life

By: Linda Kelly

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Richard Brinsley Sheridan

A Life

By: Linda Kelly

The first night of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's The School for Scandal, on 8 May 1777, was one of the great dates in theatrical history. From then on, Sheridan was launched into eighteenth-century society, as much at home in the salons of the Duchess of Devonshire and the Prince of Wales as in the taverns and coffee-houses around Drury Lane. Sheridan's comedies were all written by the time he was twenty-eight. For the next thirty years he was wholly involved in his twin careers as manager of the Drury Lane theatre and Member of Parliament. At a time when politics were dominated by a few aristocratic families, he rose above his poverty to become one of the greatest parliamentary figures of the age. In the theatre, he presided over one of the most brilliant periods in the history of the English stage. Drawing on a wide variety of sources, Kelly gives a comprehensive picture of Sheridan's tempestuous career and chaotic private life. For all his faults, his charm was irresistible - 'there has been nothing like it since the days of Orpheus,' wrote Byron. It is charm that illuminates her narrative, bringing Sheridan to life. 'I can imagine no better biography of this talented, dynamic, impossibly unreliable firework of a man.' Victoria Glendinning, Daily Telegraph

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Faber & Faber

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0571287158

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9780571287154

False Self

The Life of Masud Khan

By: Linda Hopkins

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False Self

The Life of Masud Khan

By: Linda Hopkins

In this book, clinical psychologist Linda Hopkins offers a balanced view of Masud Khan's rich and extremely problematic life, presenting transcripts of interviews with analysands and supervisees who describe Khan's clinical work.

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Routledge

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0429913575

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9780429913570

Focus on Adult Health

Medical-Surgical Nursing

By: Linda Honan

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Focus on Adult Health

Medical-Surgical Nursing

By: Linda Honan

Focus on Adult Health: Medical-SurgicalNursing 2E separates the wheat from the chaff by drilling down to the essential content that students need to know. This book provides the foundation of medical-surgical nursing with core content, values, and skills. Focus on Adult Health: Medical-SurgicalNursing 2E is not designed to answer every question related to internal medical and surgical care. Instead the intentional design of the book is to give depth and breadth to the essentials. Written by nurses active in clinical practice, these expert clinicians know what qualifies as “need-to-know” content. This book includes rigorously researched current references and innovative technologies.

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Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

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149638136X

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9781496381361

Gender Roles

A Sociological Perspective

By: Linda L. Lindsey

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Gender Roles

A Sociological Perspective

By: Linda L. Lindsey

Offers a sociological perspective of gender that can be applied to our lives. Focusing on the most recent research and theory–both in the U.S. and globally–Gender Roles, 6e provides an in-depth, survey and analysis of modern gender roles and issues from a sociological perspective. The text integrates insights and research from other disciplines such as biology, psychology, anthropology, and history to help build more robust theories of gender roles.

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1317348087

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Transcultural Nursing - E-Book

Assessment and Intervention

By: Joyce Newman Giger,Linda Haddad

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Transcultural Nursing - E-Book

Assessment and Intervention

By: Joyce Newman Giger,Linda Haddad

- NEW co-author Dr. Linda Haddad is an internationally recognized cultural scholar who has taught nursing around the globe, has acted as an advisor and coordinator for the World Health Organization, and has published over 30 scholarly articles on nursing with a focus on understanding the cultural implication to care. - UPDATED! Cultural chapters are completely revised to reflect the shifting experiences of cultural groups in our society.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323695558

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9780323695558

HR Leadership

By: Linda Holbeche

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HR Leadership

By: Linda Holbeche

HR leadership is a rapidly evolving concept. This book draws on the personal experiences of some of today's most talented HR professionals who, through their leadership, are making a real difference to their organisations, no matter what industry they work in.

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075068173X

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Becoming a Woman of Letters

Myths of Authorship and Facts of the Victorian Market

By: Linda H. Peterson

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Becoming a Woman of Letters

Myths of Authorship and Facts of the Victorian Market

By: Linda H. Peterson

During the nineteenth century, women authors for the first time achieved professional status, secure income, and public fame. How did these women enter the literary profession; meet the demands of editors, publishers, booksellers, and reviewers; and achieve distinction as "women of letters"? Becoming a Woman of Letters examines the various ways women writers negotiated the market realities of authorship, and looks at the myths and models women writers constructed to elevate their place in the profession. Drawing from letters, contracts, and other archival material, Linda Peterson details the careers of various women authors from the Victorian period. Some, like Harriet Martineau, adopted the practices of their male counterparts and wrote for periodicals before producing a best seller; others, like Mary Howitt and Alice Meynell, began in literary partnerships with their husbands and pursued independent careers later in life; and yet others, like Charlotte Brontë, and her successors Charlotte Riddell and Mary Cholmondeley, wrote from obscure parsonages or isolated villages, hoping an acclaimed novel might spark a meteoric rise to fame. Peterson considers these women authors' successes and failures--the critical esteem that led to financial rewards and lasting reputations, as well as the initial successes undermined by publishing trends and pressures. Exploring the burgeoning print culture and the rise of new genres available to Victorian women authors, this book provides a comprehensive account of the flowering of literary professionalism in the nineteenth century.

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Princeton University Press

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1400833256

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9781400833252

After Whistler

The Artist and His Influence on American Painting

By: Linda Merrill,Robyn Asleson,Lee Glazer,Lacey Taylor Jordan,John Siewert,Marc Simpson,Sylvia Yount

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After Whistler

The Artist and His Influence on American Painting

By: Linda Merrill,Robyn Asleson,Lee Glazer,Lacey Taylor Jordan,John Siewert,Marc Simpson,Sylvia Yount

This illustrated book - published to commemorate the centenary of the artist's death - addresses Whistler's extraordinary legacy and establishes his pivotal place in the history of American art.

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Yale University Press

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0300101252

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9780300101256

Opera Lives

By: Linda Kitchen

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Opera Lives

By: Linda Kitchen

What makes an opera singer? And where in the making of a performance is the identity of the singer themselves? Linda Kitchen goes behind the scenes with prominent voices who have valuable insight about the world of opera, discussing what it means to be a performer, how they got into the profession and how who they are affects how they perform. Illustrated with photos of the artists in places that lend meaning to their lives by renowned photographer Nobby Clark. Contents Biographies - La favorite, Donizetti Prologue - Noises, Sounds & Sweet Airs, Nyman Act One ‘Shoving us from the jetty’ Scene One - Family background The Captain’s Daughter, Cui Scene Two - School days The Wandering Scholar, Holst Scene Three - Defining moment Sonntag aus Licht, Stockhausen Scene Four - Singing study Les arts florissants, Charpentier Scene Five - Preparing Bang!, Rutter Act Two ‘Carry on – it’s going very well’ Scene One - The unfolding The Rake’s Progress, Stravinsky Scene Two - Learning the score La Conquista, Ferrero Scene Three - Warming up La Sonnambula, Bellini Scene Four - The feeling of singing La Rondine, Puccini Act Three ‘No good playing Mime as if you’re Brad Pitt’ Scene One - Character, text, drama The Jewels of the Madonna, Wolf-Ferrari Scene Two - Body work The Nose, Shostakovich Scene Three - The essence The Lighthouse, Maxwell Davies Scene Four - Problems Trouble in Tahiti, Bernstein Scene Five - Humour Comedy on the Bridge, Martinů Intermission - by Thomas Allen Paradise Lost, Penderecki Act Four ‘Goodies and Baddies’ Scene One - People around you The Dangerous Liaisons, Susa Scene Two - Composers From Morning to Midnight, Sawer Scene Three - Conductors Der Corregidor, Wolf Scene Four - Directors Der Schauspieldirektor, Mozart Scene Five - Designers Powder her Face, Adès Scene Six - Agents Les Pêcheurs de Perles, Bizet Scene Seven - Reviewing reviewers War and Peace, Prokofiev Act Five ‘Bowls of sushi on a conveyor belt’ Scene One - Changing paths The New Moon, Romberg Scene Two - Legacy Il ritorno d’Ulisse in patria, Monteverdi Scene Three - Family The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Nyman Scene Four - Life beyond the job Il rè pastore, Mozart Scene Five - The future The Medium, Menotti Scene Six - Advice Le donne curiose, Wolf-Ferrari Epilogue - Hänsel und Gretel, Humperdinck

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Spiramus Press Ltd

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1910151564

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9781910151563

Common Core: Grammar Usage

By: Linda Armstrong

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Common Core: Grammar Usage

By: Linda Armstrong

Centered around Common Core State Standards, Common Core: Grammar Usage is designed to help students improve written and spoken language skills. Practice pages, student charts, graphic organizers, research challenges, discussion starters, writing prompts, games, group activities, and recommended reading lists enable students to practice: building an effective vocabulary; mastering complex sentence construction; utilizing tenses to clarify sequence; eliminating common usage errors; and harnessing the power of punctuation. --Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character. Mark Twain Media also provides innovative classroom solutions for bulletin boards and interactive whiteboards. Since 1977, Mark Twain Media has remained a reliable source for a wide variety of engaging classroom resources.

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1622234685

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Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television

By: Gale Research Staff,Linda S. Hubbard,Sara J. Steen

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Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television

By: Gale Research Staff,Linda S. Hubbard,Sara J. Steen

Biographical reference providing information on individuals active in the theatre, film, and television industries. Covers not only performers, directors, writers, and producers, but also behind-the-scenes specialists such as designers, managers, choreographers, technicians, composers, executives, dancers, and critics from the United States and Great Britain.

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Gale Cengage

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0810320703

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9780810320703

Literary Research and the American Realism and Naturalism Period

Strategies and Sources

By: Linda L. Stein,Peter J. Lehu

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Literary Research and the American Realism and Naturalism Period

Strategies and Sources

By: Linda L. Stein,Peter J. Lehu

Literary Research and the American Realism and Naturalism Period: Strategies and Sources will help those interested in researching this era. Authors Linda L. Stein and Peter J. Lehu emphasize research methodology and outline the best practices for the research process, paying attention to the unique challenges inherent in conducting studies of national literature.

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Scarecrow Press

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0810861410

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9780810861411

Shepherd of the Hills Country

Tourism Transforms the Ozarks, 1880s-1930s

By: Lynn Morrow,Linda Myers-Phinney

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Shepherd of the Hills Country

Tourism Transforms the Ozarks, 1880s-1930s

By: Lynn Morrow,Linda Myers-Phinney

Morrow and Myers-Phinney excavate the beginnings of commercial tourism in the region and follow it through six decades as the influx of visitors who became familiar with the Ozarks and its investment opportunities brought capital, new commerce, and additional residents to the hills."--BOOK JACKET.

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University of Arkansas Press

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1557285748

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9781557285744

Stormy Weather

The Music and Lives of a Century of Jazzwomen

By: Linda Dahl

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Stormy Weather

The Music and Lives of a Century of Jazzwomen

By: Linda Dahl

Traces the impact of women on the development of jazz and profiles the careers of influential female jazz musicians and singers

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Hal Leonard Corporation

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0879101288

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9780879101282

Blaming Mothers

American Law and the Risks to Children’s Health

By: Linda C. Fentiman

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Blaming Mothers

American Law and the Risks to Children’s Health

By: Linda C. Fentiman

A gripping explanation of the biases that lead to the blaming of pregnant women and mothers. Are mothers truly a danger to their children’s health? In 2004, a mentally disabled young woman in Utah was charged by prosecutors with murder after she declined to have a Caesarian section and subsequently delivered a stillborn child. In 2010, a pregnant woman who attempted suicide when the baby’s father abandoned her was charged with murder and attempted feticide after the daughter she delivered prematurely died. These are just two of the many cases that portray mothers as the major source of health risk for their children. The American legal system is deeply shaped by unconscious risk perception that distorts core legal principles to punish mothers who “fail to protect” their children. In Blaming Mothers, Professor Fentiman explores how mothers became legal targets. She explains the psychological processes we use to confront tragic events and the unconscious race, class, and gender biases that affect our perceptions and influence the decisions of prosecutors, judges, and jurors. Fentiman examines legal actions taken against pregnant women in the name of “fetal protection” including court ordered C-sections and maintaining brain-dead pregnant women on life support to gestate a fetus, as well as charges brought against mothers who fail to protect their children from an abusive male partner. She considers the claims of physicians and policymakers that refusing to breastfeed is risky to children’s health. And she explores the legal treatment of lead-poisoned children, in which landlords and lead paint manufacturers are not held responsible for exposing children to high levels of lead, while mothers are blamed for their children’s injuries. Blaming Mothers is a powerful call to reexamine who - and what - we consider risky to children’s health. Fentiman offers an important framework for evaluating childhood risk that, rather than scapegoating mothers, provides concrete solutions that promote the health of all of America’s children. Read a piece by Linda Fentiman on shaming and blaming mothers under the law on The Gender Policy Report.

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NYU Press

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1479867187

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