Michael Horn's Books

From Reopen to Reinvent

(Re)Creating School for Every Child

By: Michael B. Horn

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From Reopen to Reinvent

(Re)Creating School for Every Child

By: Michael B. Horn

A practical blueprint to rebuilding an education system that is no longer working for its students In From Reopen to Reinvent, distinguished education strategist Michael B. Horn delivers a provocative and eye-opening call to action for the overthrow of an education system that is not working well for any of its students. Grounded in what educators should build in its place to address the challenges that stem from widespread unmet learning needs, the book walks readers through the design of a better path forward. Using time-tested leadership and innovation frameworks like Jobs to Be Done, “Begin with the End,” tools of cooperation, threat-rigidity, and discovery-driven planning, From Reopen to Reinvent offers a prescriptive and holistic approach to the purpose of schooling, the importance of focusing on mastery for each student, and the ideal use of technology. It also provides readers with: A set of processes and ideals that schools should implement to deal with the challenges they presently face A way to transform threats into opportunities using threat-rigidity research A discussion of how the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that schools are not as flexible and equitable as we need them to be Perfect for K-12 educators and parents and school board members involved in the school community, From Reopen to Reinvent is also an essential resource for professionals working in education-related non-profits and state education agencies.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119863023

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Gate of Horn, Book of Silk

By: Michael Andre-Driussi,Gene Wolfe

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Gate of Horn, Book of Silk

By: Michael Andre-Driussi,Gene Wolfe

In this companion guide, Michael Andre-Driussi illuminates Gene Wolfe's Book of the Long Sun and Book of the Short Sun science fiction series through dictionary-style entries on the characters, gods, locations, themes, and timelines of the novels. Gate of Horn, Book of Silk, is organized in two parts, with the first half covering the Long Sun series (Nightside the Long Sun, Lake of the Long Sun, Calde of the Long Sun, and Exodus from the Long Sun) and the second half covering the Short Sun series (On Blue's Waters, In Green's Jungles, and Return to the Whorl). "Languages of the Whorl," a section between the two parts, covers all the dialect, slang, and foreign terms used in the books--thieves' cant, flier language, Tick's talk, and more. Ten maps and diagrams are included. This is Michael Andre-Driussi's third guidebook to the rich tapestries of Gene Wolfe's worlds. As fans of of Lexicon Urthus and The Wizard Knight Companion have noted, that each book is both a convenient tool for a question while re-reading the novels but also an enjoyable read in its own right, from A to Z.

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Sirius Fiction

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096427955X

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9780964279551

Mastery of the French Horn

Technique and musical expression

By: Michael Höltzel

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Mastery of the French Horn

Technique and musical expression

By: Michael Höltzel

The well-known standard for all questions concerning the technique and playing of the horn - now in English translation. The work is relevant to professionals as well as students. Apart from issues of daily practice and playing, it also deals with topics that haven't been covered within horn literature until recently: playing the high F-horn or the Wagner-tuba, the arrangement of the cadenza in the solo concertos (including cadenzas of all established concertos), personal management as a performer, and other subjects. The German edition has received the German award "Best Edition" 2000.

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Schott Music

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3795786894

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9783795786892

A History of the Concerto

By: Michael Thomas Roeder

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A History of the Concerto

By: Michael Thomas Roeder

A History of the Concerto may be read from cover to cover, but readers may also use the extensive index to focus on specific concertos and their composers. Numerous musical examples illuminate critical points. While some readers may want to study the more detailed analyses with scores in hand, this is not essential for an understanding of the text.

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Hal Leonard Corporation

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0931340616

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9780931340611

The Teaching of Instrumental Music

By: Richard Colwell,Michael Hewitt

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The Teaching of Instrumental Music

By: Richard Colwell,Michael Hewitt

This book introduces music education majors to basic instrumental pedagogy for the instruments and ensembles most commonly found in the elementary and secondary curricula. This text focuses on the core competencies required for teacher certification in instrumental music. The first section of the book focuses on essential issues for a successful instrumental program: objectives, assessment and evaluation, motivation, administrative tasks, and recruiting and scheduling (including block scheduling). The second section devotes a chapter to each wind instrument plus percussion and strings, and includes troubleshooting checklists for each instrument. The third section focuses on rehearsal techniques from the first day through high school.

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Routledge

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1317350839

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9781317350835

Traditional Archery from Six Continents

The Charles E. Grayson Collection

By: Charles E. Grayson,Mary French,Michael John O'Brien

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Traditional Archery from Six Continents

The Charles E. Grayson Collection

By: Charles E. Grayson,Mary French,Michael John O'Brien

An overview of one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of European and non-European archery-related materials in the world. This book presents color photos and descriptions of some 300 items - including bows, arrows, quivers, and thumb rings- that represent traditional archery techniques, practices, and customs from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

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University of Missouri Press

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082626610X

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9780826266101

What Is the Antichrist-Islam Connection?

By: Roland L. Back,Michael Back

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What Is the Antichrist-Islam Connection?

By: Roland L. Back,Michael Back

A scholarly study of the symbols in Daniel and Revelation specifically addressing what role the religion of Islam will play in the rise of the Antichrist.

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Lulu.com

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184728504X

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9781847285041

An Introduction to Practical Formal Methods Using Temporal Logic

By: Michael Fisher

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An Introduction to Practical Formal Methods Using Temporal Logic

By: Michael Fisher

The name "temporal logic" may sound complex and daunting; but while they describe potentially complex scenarios, temporal logics are often based on a few simple, and fundamental, concepts - highlighted in this book. An Introduction to Practical Formal Methods Using Temporal Logic provides an introduction to formal methods based on temporal logic, for developing and testing complex computational systems. These methods are supported by many well-developed tools, techniques and results that can be applied to a wide range of systems. Fisher begins with a full introduction to the subject, covering the basics of temporal logic and using a variety of examples, exercises and pointers to more advanced work to help clarify and illustrate the topics discussed. He goes on to describe how this logic can be used to specify a variety of computational systems, looking at issues of linking specifications, concurrency, communication and composition ability. He then analyses temporal specification techniques such as deductive verification, algorithmic verification, and direct execution to develop and verify computational systems. The final chapter on case studies analyses the potential problems that can occur in a range of engineering applications in the areas of robotics, railway signalling, hardware design, ubiquitous computing, intelligent agents, and information security, and explains how temporal logic can improve their accuracy and reliability. Models temporal notions and uses them to analyze computational systems Provides a broad approach to temporal logic across many formal methods - including specification, verification and implementation Introduces and explains freely available tools based on temporal logics and shows how these can be applied Presents exercises and pointers to further study in each chapter, as well as an accompanying website providing links to additional systems based upon temporal logic as well as additional material related to the book.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119991463

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9781119991465

Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals

By: R. Michael Akers,D. Michael Denbow

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Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals

By: R. Michael Akers,D. Michael Denbow

Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, Second Edition offers a detailed introduction to the foundations of anatomy and physiology in a wide range of domestic species. Well illustrated throughout, the book provides in-depth information on the guiding principles of this key area of study for animal science students, fostering a thorough understanding of the complex make-up of domestic animals. This Second Edition includes access to supplementary material online, including images and tables available for download in PowerPoint, a test bank of questions for instructors, and self-study questions for students at www.wiley.com/go/akers/anatomy. Taking a logical systems-based approach, this new edition is fully updated and now provides more practical information, with descriptions of anatomic or physiological events in pets or domestic animals to demonstrate everyday applications. Offering greater depth of information than other books in this area, Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals is an invaluable textbook for animal science students and professionals in this area.

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1118688600

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The Teaching of Instrumental Music

By: Richard J. Colwell,Michael P. Hewitt

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The Teaching of Instrumental Music

By: Richard J. Colwell,Michael P. Hewitt

The Teaching of Instrumental Music, Sixth Edition, introduces music education majors to basic instrumental pedagogy for the instruments and ensembles commonly found in the elementary and secondary curricula. It focuses on the core competencies required for teacher certification in instrumental music, with the pervasive philosophy to assist teachers as they develop an instrumental music program based on understanding and respecting all types of music. Parts I and II focus on essential issues for a successful instrumental program, presenting first the history and foundations, followed by effective strategies in administrative tasks and classroom teaching. Parts III, IV, and V are devoted to the skills and techniques of woodwind, brass and percussion, and string instruments. In all, The Teaching of Instrumental Music is the complete reference for the beginning instrumental teacher, commonly retained in a student’s professional library for its unique and comprehensive coverage. This Sixth Edition includes: Streamlined language and improved layout throughout, making this edition more concise and accessible to students. Updated content throughout, including insights from current research for curriculum development, coverage of current law and policy changes that impact the classroom, contemporary motivational strategies, and more information on the history of African-American and all-female music ensembles. Updated references, photos, lists of artists, and online resources.

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Taylor & Francis

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1040153534

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9781040153536

Memoirs of the Court of George III

By: Michael Kassler

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Memoirs of the Court of George III

By: Michael Kassler

George III was one of the longest reigning British monarchs, ruling over most of the English speaking world from 1760 to 1820. Despite his longevity, George’s reign was one of turmoil. Britain lost its colonies in the War of American Independence and the European political system changed dramatically in the wake of the French Revolution. Closer to home, problems with the King’s health led to a constitutional crisis. Charlotte Papendiek’s memoirs cover the first thirty years of George III’s reign, while Mary Delany’s letters provide a vivid portrait of her years at Windsor. Lucy Kennedy was another long-serving member of court whose previously unpublished diary provides a great deal of new detail about the King’s illness. Finally, the Queen herself provides further insights in the only two extant volumes of her diaries, published here for the first time. The edition will be invaluable to scholars of Georgian England as well as those researching the French and American Revolutions and the history and politics of the Regency period more widely.

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1040156126

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9781040156124

Quantitative Methods in Aquatic Ecotoxicology

By: Michael C. Newman

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Quantitative Methods in Aquatic Ecotoxicology

By: Michael C. Newman

This book provides a quantitative treatment of the science of ecotoxicology. The first chapters consider fundamental concepts and definitions essential to understanding the fate and effects of toxicants at various levels of ecological organization as covered in the remaining chapters. Scientific ecotoxicology and associated topics are defined. The historical perspective, rationale, and characteristics are outlined for the strong inferential and quantitative approach advocated in this book. The general measurement process is discussed, and methodologies for defining and controlling variance, which could otherwise exclude valid conclusions regarding ecotoxicological endeavors, are considered. Ecotoxicological concepts at increasing levels of ecological organization are discussed in the second part of the book. Quantitative methods used to measure toxicant effects are outlined in this section. The final chapter summarizes the book with a brief discussion of ecotoxicological assessment. Numerous figures and tables accompany text, with many statistical tables found in the appendix for quick reference. Although the book primarily focuses on aquatic systems, with appropriate modification the concepts and methods can be applied to terrestrial systems.

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CRC Press

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0873716221

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9780873716222

The Musical Instrument Desk Reference

A Guide to how Band and Orchestral Instruments Work

By: Michael J. Pagliaro

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The Musical Instrument Desk Reference

A Guide to how Band and Orchestral Instruments Work

By: Michael J. Pagliaro

In The Musical Instrument Desk Reference, Michael Pagliaro, musical instrument authority extraordinaire, provides the one-stop shop for those in need of a quick, visually-rich reference guide to band and orchestral instruments. Descriptions and illustrations of everything from the physics of sound to detailed discussions of each orchestra and band instrument make this work the ideal desktop reference tool for the working musician. Through its Quick Start and In Depth features, readers can quickly decide how deeply they want to delve into the instrument at hand. Following a contemporary format designed to facilitate what any musician or music instructor needs to know, The Musical Instrument Desk Reference eliminates the need to leaf through multiple method books or trawl through websites to find information. The Musical Instrument Desk Reference includes general information on fingering, the anatomy of musical instruments, sound production, amplification, and control, as well as the science of sound. Readers will find individual chapters on woodwinds, brass instruments, non-fretted string instruments, and percussion instruments. In each category, Pagliaro delves deeper, describing for woodwinds such things as tuning, key systems, fingerings, sound production, tone holes, assembly, materials, embouchures, and reed use; for brass instruments such matters as valve systems, fingering patterns, French horn types, mouthpiece selection, and intonation; for non-fretted string instruments such issues as tuning and fingering, playing position, bowing technique, instrument parts, and materials; and for percussion instruments such elements as instrument types and their classifications, tuning procedures, and accessories. The Musical Instrument Desk Reference is the perfect guide for anyone interested in or responsible for working with varieties of instruments and their players. Teachers, students, teachers in training, music instructors, instrument technicians, and musicians can quickly locate any specific detail related to any band or orchestral instrument.

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Scarecrow Press

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0810882701

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9780810882706

Repast: Dining Out at the Dawn of the New American Century, 1900-1910

By: Michael Lesy,Lisa Stoffer

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Repast: Dining Out at the Dawn of the New American Century, 1900-1910

By: Michael Lesy,Lisa Stoffer

What we ate, how we ate, and how eating changed during America’s first real food revolution, 1900–1910. Before Julia Child introduced the American housewife to France’s cuisine bourgeoise, before Alice Waters built her Berkeley shrine to local food, before Wolfgang Puck added Asian flavors to classical dishes and caviar to pizza, the restaurateurs and entrepreneurs of the early twentieth century were changing the way America ate. Beginning with the simplest eateries and foods and culminating with the emergence of a genuinely American way of fine dining, Repast takes readers on a culinary tour of early-twentieth-century restaurants and dining. The innovations introduced at the time—in ingredients, technologies, meal service, and cuisine—transformed the act of eating in public in ways that persist to this day. Illustrated with photographs from the time as well as color plates reproducing menus from the New York Public Library’s Buttolph Menu Collection, Repast is a remarkable record of the American palate.

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W. W. Norton & Company

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0393241246

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9780393241242

Introduction To Commutative Algebra

By: Michael Atiyah

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Introduction To Commutative Algebra

By: Michael Atiyah

First Published in 2018. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company.

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CRC Press

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0429962185

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9780429962189

The Brass Instrument Owner's Handbook

By: Michael J. Pagliaro

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The Brass Instrument Owner's Handbook

By: Michael J. Pagliaro

The Brass Instrument Owner’s Handbook is the second in a series of musical instrument owner’s handbooks. Following the structure of The String Instrument Owner’s Handbook (2015), this book provides professionals, musicians, teachers, students, and individuals interested in brass instruments with an abundance of knowledge. A touchstone work for both uninitiated and advanced players, The Brass Instrument Owner’s Handbook provides a roadmap for every step of the owning process from selecting and buying (or renting) to maintaining, repairing, modifying, upgrading, and even re-selling your instrument. Chapters answer such questions as: Where did these instruments come from? What are the different kinds of historical and contemporary brass instruments? How do these instruments work? Who makes them and how? How do I choose and buy a brass instrument? How do I rent one? How do I take care of my brass instrument? And so much more. The book also provides readers with an instrument diary and in-depth glossary of terms. This work is an invaluable addition to the libraries of not only every professional brass player, but also of students, teachers, technicians, and parents.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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144226862X

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9781442268623

The Trouble with Wagner

By: Michael P. Steinberg

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The Trouble with Wagner

By: Michael P. Steinberg

In this unique and hybrid book, cultural and music historian Michael P. Steinberg combines a close analysis of Wagnerian music drama with a personal account of his work as a dramaturg on the bicentennial production of The Ring of the Nibelung for the Teatro alla Scala Milan and the Berlin State Opera. Steinberg shows how Wagner uses the power of a modern mythology to heighten music’s claims to knowledge, thereby fusing not only art and politics, but truth and lies as well. Rather than attempting to separate value and violence, or “the good from the bad,” as much Wagner scholarship as well as popular writing have tended to do, Steinberg proposes that we confront this paradox and look to the capacity of the stage to explore its depths and implications. Drawing on decades of engagement with Wagner and of experience teaching opera across disciplines, The Trouble with Wagner is packed with novel insights for experts and interested readers alike.

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University of Chicago Press

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022659422X

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Electrical Systems and Mechatronics

By: Michael Hilgers

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Electrical Systems and Mechatronics

By: Michael Hilgers

The aim of this work, consisting of 9 individual, self-contained booklets, is to describe commercial vehicle technology in a way that is clear, concise and illustrative. Compact and easy to understand, it provides an overview of the technology that goes into modern commercial vehicles.Starting from the customer's fundamental requirements, the characteristics and systems that define the design of the vehicles are presented knowledgeably in a series of articles, each of which can be read and studied on their own. This volume, Electrical Systems and Mechatronics, offers an introduction to the mechatronics in a commercial vehicle. The electrical and electronic systems are presented, up to and including the advanced driver assistance systems. The compressed air system and the commercial vehicle brake are explained to give the reader a comprehensive overview, such as is helpful for understanding in training and in practice.

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Springer Nature

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3662667185

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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music

By: Michael Kennedy,Joyce Bourne

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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music

By: Michael Kennedy,Joyce Bourne

The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music is the most authoritative and up-to-date dictionary of music available in paperback. Coverage includes musical terms from allegro to zingaro, and musical works from Aida to Zauberflote, as well as composers, librettists, musicians, singers, and orchestras. It provides a mine of information for all lovers of music." "The book includes musical instruments and their history; and covers living composers and performers, with over 150 added for this edition."--BOOK JACKET.

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OUP Oxford

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0198608845

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By: Michael A. Fishbane

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By: Michael A. Fishbane

Written by one of the most noted scholars in the field, this commentary has Hebrew text and the new JPS English translation at the top of the page and a critical line by line commentary at the bottom.

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Jewish Publication Society

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0827606915

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Exploring the Wheel of Time

The Wheel of Time Companion, The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time, Origins of The Wheel of Time

By: Robert Jordan,Harriet McDougal,Alan Romanczuk,Teresa Patterson,Michael Livingston

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Exploring the Wheel of Time

The Wheel of Time Companion, The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time, Origins of The Wheel of Time

By: Robert Jordan,Harriet McDougal,Alan Romanczuk,Teresa Patterson,Michael Livingston

This ebundle includes: The Wheel of Time Companion, The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time, and Origins of The Wheel of Time. “Jordan has come to dominate the world Tolkien began to reveal.” —The New York Times on The Wheel of Time® series The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The Wheel of Time Companion — The definitive encyclopedia of the series, the companion sheds light on some of the most intriguing aspects of the world, including biographies and motivations of many characters that never made it into the books, but helped bring Jordan's world to life. The Wheel of Time Companion is required reading for The Wheel of Time®'s millions of fans. The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time — In this must-buy for devoted fans of the series and newcomers alike are over eighty full color paintings include maps of the world, portraits of the central characters, landscapes, objects of Power, and national flags. The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time is bursting with full-color art, legends, and stories from the iconic series. Origins of The Wheel of Time - This companion to the internationally bestselling series The Wheel of Time® delves into the creation of Robert Jordan’s masterpiece, drawing from interviews and an unprecedented examination of his unpublished notes. Origins of The Wheel of Time provides exciting knowledge and insights to both new and longtime fans looking to either expand their understanding of the series or unearth the real-life influences that Jordan utilized in his world building—all in one, accessible text. The Wheel of Time® New Spring: The Novel #1 The Eye of the World #2 The Great Hunt #3 The Dragon Reborn #4 The Shadow Rising #5 The Fires of Heaven #6 Lord of Chaos #7 A Crown of Swords #8 The Path of Daggers #9 Winter's Heart #10 Crossroads of Twilight #11 Knife of Dreams By Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson #12 The Gathering Storm #13 Towers of Midnight #14 A Memory of Light At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

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Tor Books

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1250378907

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Mastered by the Clock

Time, Slavery, and Freedom in the American South

By: Mark Michael Smith

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Mastered by the Clock

Time, Slavery, and Freedom in the American South

By: Mark Michael Smith

Challenging traditional assumptions about the plantation economy's reliance on a pre-modern, nature-based conception of time, Mark M. Smith shows how and why southerners--particularly masters and their slaves--came to view the clock as a legitimate arbiter of time. Ironically, Smith shows, freedom largely consolidated the dependence of masters as well as freedpeople on the clock.

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Univ of North Carolina Press

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0807846937

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Basic Elements of Music

A Primer for Musicians, Music Teachers, and Students

By: Michael J. Pagliaro

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Basic Elements of Music

A Primer for Musicians, Music Teachers, and Students

By: Michael J. Pagliaro

Basic Elements of Music introduces readers to a wide range of knowledge essential for a well-rounded understanding of music. This primer surveys the history of music and the composers who made that history; the history of instrument families and how the instruments function; an introduction to the science of sound and sound production; the various types of ensembles; and the fundamentals of music theory, form in music, musical notation, and music vocabulary. Accessible, yet detailed and comprehensive, Michael Pagliaro’s handbook is an excellent guide for music lovers, instructors, and students in any music program. As an introduction to music for the layman, a refresher for music teachers planning lessons, or an enrichment source for professional musicians seeking broader music knowledge, this book is an invaluable addition to any library.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1442257806

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Current Veterinary Therapy

Food Animal Practice

By: David E. Anderson,Michael Rings

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Current Veterinary Therapy

Food Animal Practice

By: David E. Anderson,Michael Rings

Written by leading food animal researchers, practitioners, and educators, this comprehensive guide provides quick access to the latest medical and surgical interventions for cattle, sheep, and goats. The concise, quick-reference format and logical body systems organization make it ideal for use in both the clinical setting and the field. You'll easily locate key information on preventing, treating, and managing disease in food animals, as well as expert insights on improving outcomes for individual animals and herd populations. - Authoritative, cutting-edge coverage offers clinically relevant strategies for diagnosing and managing a wide range of diseases and disorders in food animals, with a focus on cattle, sheep, and goats. - Logically organized content is easy-to-follow and provides a practical approach to determining appropriate medical and surgical interventions. - Concise, easy-to-read format helps you find essential information quickly and easily. - Expert editors, consultants, and writers ensure the accuracy, relevance, and timeliness of each topic to keep you on the cutting edge of food animal therapy. - New editors and a new team of section editors bring a fresh perspective and authoritative guidance on caring for food animals. - Completely revised and updated content includes new sections on topics such as: - Genital surgery - Pharmacology and therapeutics - Restraint, anesthesia, and pain management - Cow-calf/small ruminant production medicine - Feedlot production medicine - Coverage of hot topics in the field includes biosecurity in feedlots, therapy in organic livestock medicine, and ethical responsibilities in selecting drugs for use in food animals. - Expanded treatment options incorporate surgical interventions where appropriate, including laparoscopic procedures.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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141606933X

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California Driver's Handbook

Becoming a confident driver, from learning permit to license

By: Michael Ramirez

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California Driver's Handbook

Becoming a confident driver, from learning permit to license

By: Michael Ramirez

Embark on a transformative journey towards becoming a confident and skilled driver with the 'California Driver’s Handbook: Becoming a Confident Driver - From Learning Permit to License.' This comprehensive guide is your indispensable companion as you navigate the path from your learner's permit to achieving a full driver's license in the Golden State. Discover the fundamental principles of safe and responsible driving, building a strong foundation for a lifetime of confident driving. These manuscripts provide insights into mastering essential driving skills, understanding road etiquette, and ensuring the safety of yourself and others. Navigate the process of obtaining your learner's permit, gaining insights into the requirements, restrictions, and responsibilities that come with this initial stage of your driving journey. From studying for the written exam to practicing essential driving techniques, this guide offers valuable advice to help you confidently progress. Uncover the secrets to acing your driving test and obtaining your full driver's license. With comprehensive tips on mastering the behind-the-wheel examination and showcasing your driving prowess, you'll be well-prepared to take your place on the road as a confident and capable driver. Whether you're a new driver eager to embark on your journey or a learner seeking to enhance your skills, the 'California Driver’s Handbook: Becoming a Confident Driver - From Learning Permit to License' equips you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to successfully navigate the transformative process of becoming a fully licensed driver

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George Victor

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1664076050

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The Oxford Guide to Plays

By: Michael Patterson

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The Oxford Guide to Plays

By: Michael Patterson

Anyone with an academic, professional, amateur, or recreational interest in the theatre is likely to want to look up details of particular plays sometimes - perhaps to check on the author, or on when they were first performed, or perhaps to see how many characters they have, and whether or not they would be suitable for their theatre company or drama group to perform. The Oxford Dictionary of Plays provides essential information on the 1000 best-known, best-loved, and most important plays in world theatre. Each entry includes details of title, author, date of composition, date of first performance, genre, setting, and the composition of the cast, and more. A synopsis of the plot and a brief commentary, perhaps on the context of the play, or the reasons for its enduring popularity, follow. Around 80 of the most significant plays - from The Oresteia to Waiting for Godot - are dealt with in more detail. Genres covered include: burlesque, comedy, farce, historical drama, kabuki, masque, melodrama, morality play, mystery play, No, romantic comedy, tragicomedy, satire, and tragedy. An index of characters enables the reader to locate favourite characters, and trace the trajectory of major historical and legendary characters - such as Iphigenia - through world drama, including in plays that do not have entries in the Dictionary. An index of playwrights, with dates, allows the reader to find all the plays included by a particular author.

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0198604181

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The Wild West

365 Days

By: Michael Wallis

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The Wild West

365 Days

By: Michael Wallis

An extensively illustrated day-by-day adventure that tells the stories of pioneers and cowboys, gold rushes, and saloon shoot-outs on America’s frontier. Beginning in the nineteenth century, the lure of land rich in minerals, fertile for farming, and plentiful with buffalo bred an all-out obsession with heading westward. The Wild West: 365 Days takes you back to these booming frontier towns that became the stuff of American legend, breeding characters such as Butch Cassidy and Jesse James. Prize-winning journalist and historian Michael Wallis spins a colorful narrative, separating myth from fact, in 365 vignettes. Learn the stories of Davy Crockett, Wild Bill Hickok, and Annie Oakley; travel to the O.K. Corral and Dodge City; ride with the Pony Express; and witness the invention of the Colt revolver. Included throughout are images drawn from Robert G. McCubbin’s extensive collection of Western memorabilia, encompassing rare books, photographs, ephemera, and artifacts, including Billy the Kid’s knife.

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Abrams

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161312144X

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The Business of Genocide

The SS, Slave Labor, and the Concentration Camps

By: Michael Thad Allen

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The Business of Genocide

The SS, Slave Labor, and the Concentration Camps

By: Michael Thad Allen

Examines the Business Administration Main Office of the SS, which built up the slave-labor system in Nazi concentration camps.

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Univ of North Carolina Press

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0807856150

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Ligeti's Stylistic Crisis

Transformation in His Musical Style, 1974-1985

By: Michael D. Searby

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Ligeti's Stylistic Crisis

Transformation in His Musical Style, 1974-1985

By: Michael D. Searby

The Hungarian composer György Ligeti (1923-2006) was one of the most innovative and influential composers of the last 50 years. Ligeti reached his creative maturity in the 1970s and 1980s. This book focuses on how Ligeti's compositional style completely transformed during and after the composition of his only opera Le Grand Macabre (1974-77).

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Rowman & Littlefield

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0810872501

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9780810872509

Handbook of Plastics Joining

A Practical Guide

By: Michael J. Troughton

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Handbook of Plastics Joining

A Practical Guide

By: Michael J. Troughton

The new edition of this bestselling reference provides fully updated and detailed descriptions of plastics joining processes, plus an extensive compilation of data on joining specific materials. The volume is divided into two main parts: processes and materials. The processing section has 18 chapters, each explaining a different joining technique. The materials section has joining information for 25 generic polymer families. Both sections contain data organized according to the joining methods used for that material. - A significant and extensive update from experts at The Welding Institute - A systematic approach to discussing each joining method including: process, advantages and disadvantages, applications, materials, equipment, joint design, and welding parameters - Includes international suppliers' directory and glossary of key joining terms - Includes new techniques such as flash free welding and friction stir welding - Covers thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and rubbers.

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William Andrew

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0815519761

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Saving the World Through Science Fiction

James Gunn, Writer, Teacher and Scholar

By: Michael R. Page

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Saving the World Through Science Fiction

James Gunn, Writer, Teacher and Scholar

By: Michael R. Page

One of the major figures in science fiction for more than sixty years, James Gunn has been instrumental in making the genre one of the most vibrant and engaging areas of literary scholarship. His genre history Alternate Worlds and his The Road to Science Fiction anthologies introduced countless readers to science fiction. He founded the Gunn Center for the Study of Science Fiction in 1982. But Gunn has also been one of the genre's leading writers. His classic novels Star Bridge (with Jack Williamson), The Joy Makers, The Immortals and The Listeners helped shape the field. Now in his nineties, he remains a prominent voice. His forthcoming novel is Transformation. Drawing on materials from Gunn's archives and personal interviews with him, this study is the first to examine the life, career and writing of this science fiction grandmaster.

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McFarland

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147662822X

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Nonlinear Labor Market Dynamics

By: Michael Neugart

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Nonlinear Labor Market Dynamics

By: Michael Neugart

Nonlinear Labor Market Dynamics discusses adjustment processes in labor markets. Contrary to linear-stochastic approaches this book is based on a non-linear deterministic framework. It is shown that even textbook-like-models of the labor market can generate long lasting adjustment processes, local instabilities, and chaotic movements, once nonlinear relationships and widely accepted adjustment rules are introduced. Thus, labor market dynamics may have an endogenous component that is governed by a nonlinear deterministic core. Of course, all results are tied to the particular models discussed in this book. Nevertheless, these models imply that by incorporating nonlinear relationships, one may arrive at an explanation of labor market behavior where linear stochastic approaches fell. Time series studies for German labor market data support this point of view.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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3540672796

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