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Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection [2 volumes]

From Sleuths to Superheroes [2 volumes]

By: Mitzi M. Brunsdale

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Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection [2 volumes]

From Sleuths to Superheroes [2 volumes]

By: Mitzi M. Brunsdale

This book provides an introduction to 24 iconic figures, real and fictional, that have shaped the detective/mystery genre of popular literature. Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection: From Sleuths to Superheroes is an insightful look at one of our most popular and diverse fictional genres, providing a guided tour of mystery and crime writing by focusing on two dozen of the field's most enduring creations and creators. Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection spans the history of the detective story with series of critical entries on the field's most evocative names, from the originator of the form, Edgar Allan Poe, to its first popular running character, Sherlock Holmes; from the Golden Age of Sam Spade, Philip Marlowe, and Charlie Chan—in fiction and films—to small screen heroes, such as Columbo and Jessica Fletcher. Also included are other accomplished practitioners of the craft of mystery/crime storytelling, including Agatha Christie, Tony Hillerman, and Alfred Hitchcock.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313345317

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9780313345319

Teaching Children's Literature

It's Critical!

By: Christine H. Leland,Mitzi Lewison,Jerome C. Harste

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Teaching Children's Literature

It's Critical!

By: Christine H. Leland,Mitzi Lewison,Jerome C. Harste

Inviting multiple ways of critically engaging with literature, this text offers a fresh perspective on how to integrate children’s literature into and across the curriculum in effective, purposeful ways. Structured around three "mantras" that build on each other—Enjoy; Dig deeply; Take action—the book is rich with real examples of teachers implementing critical pedagogy. The materials and practical strategies focus on issues that impact children’s lives, building from students’ personal experiences and cultural knowledge to using language to question the everyday world, analyze popular culture and media, understand how power relationships are socially constructed, and consider actions that can be taken to promote social justice. Written for teachers and teacher educators, each chapter opens with three elements that are closely linked: classroom vignettes showcasing the use of literature and inviting conversation; three key principles elaborating the main theme of the chapter and connecting theory with practice; and related research on the topics and their importance for curriculum. Other chapter features include key issues in implementation, suggestions for working with linguistically and culturally diverse students, alternative approaches to assessment, and suggestions for further reading. A companion website to enrich and extend the text includes an annotated bibliography of literature selections, suggested text sets, resources by chapter, and ideas for professional development. Changes in the Second Edition: Voices from the Field vignettes include examples from inspiring educators who use trade books to promote critical thinking and diversity Updated chapters include information on new technology and electronic resources New references in the principles sections and new resources for further study New children’s books added throughout the chapters as well as to the companion website

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397

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Routledge

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1351979620

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9781351979627

Encyclopedia of Nordic Crime Fiction

Works and Authors of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden Since 1967

By: Mitzi M. Brunsdale

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Encyclopedia of Nordic Crime Fiction

Works and Authors of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden Since 1967

By: Mitzi M. Brunsdale

Since the late 1960s, the novels of Sjowall and Wahloo's Martin Beck detective series, along with the works of Henning Mankell, Hakan Nesser and Stieg Larsson, have sparked an explosion of Nordic crime fiction--grim police procedurals treating urgent sociopolitical issues affecting the contemporary world. Steeped in noir techniques and viewpoints, many of these novels are reaching international audiences through film and television adaptations. This reference guide introduces the world of Nordic crime fiction to English-speaking readers. Caught between the demands of conscience and societal strictures, the detectives in these stories--like the heroes of Norse mythology--know that they and their world must perish, but fight on regardless of cost. At a time of bleak eventualities, Nordic crime fiction interprets the bitter end as a celebration of the indomitable human spirit.

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572

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McFarland

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1476622779

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9781476622774

Gumshoes

A Dictionary of Fictional Detectives

By: Mitzi M. Brunsdale

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Gumshoes

A Dictionary of Fictional Detectives

By: Mitzi M. Brunsdale

The enormous explosion of crime fiction over the last decade means that more people are looking for a good mystery than ever before. This dictionary of fictional detectives helps readers learn about the series in which their favorite detectives are featured. Included are alphabetically arranged entries on roughly 150 fictional detectives, which provide information about the works in which the detective appears, the locales in which the detective operates, the detective's investigative methods, and other important information. Helpful bibliographical citations direct the reader to other interesting works. The volume closes with a selected, general bibliography; various appendices; and an extensive index. The enormous explosion of crime fiction over the last decade means that more people are looking for a good mystery than ever before. Many of the most popular mystery books appear in series, and these series feature carefully developed detectives.

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473

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313040885

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9780313040887

Promise Them

By: Mitzi Pool Bridges

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Promise Them

By: Mitzi Pool Bridges

Nellie Callahan, matriarch of the Callahan family, is perfectly content with her life on the Callahan Ranch until handsome Beau Chandler buys the ranch next door and comes courting. Beau is smitten with the lovely Nell, but cattle rustlers, family problems, and Nell’s reluctance make it almost impossible to pursue the relationship he desires. Nellie never thought she'd feel this way again about a man. But the trauma from her past runs deep. She's been able to still the voices that have haunted her since childhood by keeping busy with her family. But her children are grown now, with families of their own, leaving her free to move into a new life for herself. How could Beau, a retired U.S. Senator, be happy with someone as flawed as she is? Will Nellie realize the truth in time, or will the rustlers put an end to her second chance at love?

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288

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The Wild Rose Press Inc

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1628307811

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9781628307818

Promise Renewed

By: Mitzi Pool Bridges

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Promise Renewed

By: Mitzi Pool Bridges

Detective Darin Callahan needs to find his partner's killer. His new partner Detective Gina Carlson is only too willing to help out, as she needs to get closer to the cop IA has sent her to investigate. Did the tall, green-eyed Texan kill his partner, or is he the hard-working, honest family-values man he seems to be? Going undercover as man and wife seems to be the best way to find out—until Gina’s past catches up with her. Can she put her night terrors aside and take down the biggest drug lord in Houston? Can Darin help her overcome the traumatic memories of her childhood? Or will their undercover operation be blown and their fledgling faith and trust in each other destroyed when Darin finds out Gina has been sent to investigate him?

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The Wild Rose Press Inc

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1628305487

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9781628305487

Creating Critical Classrooms

Reading and Writing with an Edge

By: Mitzi Lewison,Christine Leland,Jerome C. Harste

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Creating Critical Classrooms

Reading and Writing with an Edge

By: Mitzi Lewison,Christine Leland,Jerome C. Harste

This popular text articulates a powerful theory of critical literacy—in all its complexity. Critical literacy practices encourage students to use language to question the everyday world, interrogate the relationship between language and power, analyze popular culture and media, understand how power relationships are socially constructed, and consider actions that can be taken to promote social justice. By providing both a model for critical literacy instruction and many examples of how critical practices can be enacted in daily school life in elementary and middle school classrooms, Creating Critical Classrooms meets a huge need for a practical, theoretically based text on this topic. Pedagogical features in each chapter • Teacher-researcher Vignette • Theories that Inform Practice • Critical Literacy Chart • Thought Piece • Invitations for Disruption • Lingering Questions New in the Second Edition • End-of-chapter "Voices from the Field" • More upper elementary-grade examples • New text sets drawn from "Classroom Resources" • Streamlined, restructured, revised, and updated throughout • Expanded Companion Website now includes annotated Classroom Resources; Text Sets; Resources by Chapter; Invitations for Students; Literacy Strategies; Additional Resources

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433

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Routledge

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1317814908

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9781317814900

Autism

A Social and Medical History

By: Mitzi Waltz

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Autism

A Social and Medical History

By: Mitzi Waltz

This expanded second edition of Mitzi Waltz’s Autism: A Social and Medical History offers an in-depth examination of how the condition was perceived before it became a separate area of investigation, and how autism has been conceptualised and treated since. As well as strengthening the existing text, Waltz has added material on a number of topics that have received increased attention since the first edition, including the rise of the anti-vaccination movement, the shift towards genetic and genomic research, and the progress of the autism self-advocacy movement. The author examines these issues through the perspective of what they mean for autistic people, clinicians and society, and looks at the challenges still faced by autistic people. Waltz also looks at the increased autism diagnosis among girls and women, and how autism has been represented in traditional media and social media. The book includes information from interviews with key researchers, parents of autistic children and people with autism.

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290

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Springer Nature

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3031310152

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9783031310157

Late Bloomers

Weekly Inspirations for Women in Their Prime

By: Mitzi Chandler

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Late Bloomers

Weekly Inspirations for Women in Their Prime

By: Mitzi Chandler

This book is for women who spent the first half of their lives doing for others while neglecting their own wants, needs and dreams. With warmth and humor, Mitzi Chandler encourages women to look at their many strengths to empower themselves.

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1558741585

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I See Something Grand

By: Mitzi Chandler

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I See Something Grand

By: Mitzi Chandler

A child and her grandfather discover together the secrets of the Grand Canyon. Richly illustrated with full-page watercolors, this book makes for great bedtime reading. For children

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0938216503

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9780938216506

Bipolar Disorders

A Guide to Helping Children & Adolescents

By: Mitzi Waltz

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Bipolar Disorders

A Guide to Helping Children & Adolescents

By: Mitzi Waltz

A range of topics about bipolar disorders for parents to help their children.

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Patient-Centered Guides

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1565926560

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9781565926561

The Sky's the Limit

By: Mitzi Dale

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The Sky's the Limit

By: Mitzi Dale

Kim wants to leave her town behind to be a comedian. She has visions of getting an agent, taking acting lessons, starting out in commercials and moving up to low-budget movies. But first, she has to get through four years of high school. To avoid being labeled a loser, she plots to befriend the most popular girl in school.

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Douglas & McIntyre

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0888992440

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9780888992444

The Best New True Crime Stories

Unsolved Crimes & Mysteries

By: Mitzi Szereto

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The Best New True Crime Stories

Unsolved Crimes & Mysteries

By: Mitzi Szereto

Unsolved Crimes, Cold Cases, and Mysterious Stories “Haunting and heartbreaking, The Best New True Crime Stories: Unsolved Crimes & Mysteries lives up to its title, and is a must-read for true crime aficionados...”—Alex Finlay, author of Every Last Fear and The Night Shift This collection of cold cases examines crimes that are dark, scary, mysterious, and still waiting to be solved. Unsolved crimes, unanswered questions. Crimes are meant to be solved. But what happens when they’re not? For the individuals involved—from the victims and their families to police investigators—this is the most frustrating part of all. For them there’s no resolution, no justice, no tidy boxes in which to pack away all the bits and pieces of a puzzle that finally links together. Instead, they are only left with questions that may never get answered. Chilling cold cases & unexplained mysteries. The Best New True Crime Stories examines a fascinating assortment of unsolved murders, unsolved crimes, serial killers, and mysterious stories from around the world, from the past to the contemporary. Like the previous anthologies in The Best New True Crime Stories series, this volume contains all-new and original nonfiction accounts penned by international writers from across the literary spectrum, from true crime and crime fiction to journalism. Contributors include Dean Jobb, Joan Renner, Cathy Pickens, Lindsey Danis, Anya Wassenberg, and many others. Inside, you’ll find: • A varied assortment of unsolved crimes and mysterious murders • Murder cases to solve, told by writers from around the world • France’s “Valley of Hell” mystery and the story of Austria’s most wanted If you like books about murder cases or liked The Book of Cold Cases, If You Tell, or Unmasked, you’ll love The Best New True Crime Stories.

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180

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Mango Media Inc.

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1642509426

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9781642509427

Women Who Murder

An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales

By: Mitzi Szereto

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Women Who Murder

An International Collection of Deadly True Crime Tales

By: Mitzi Szereto

Female Serial Killers Through Time From historical accounts to modern cases, explore the captivating psychology behind these killer women, unraveling their motives and unveiling the dark complexities of human behavior. The fair sex. We’ve often heard this clichéd expression being used to refer to women. Although it has become increasingly outdated, the mindset still exists that women are the gentle and nurturing sex. When it comes to murder, that notion gets turned on its head. And this isn’t a recent phenomenon; we can find plenty of female killers going back in history. In fact, some of the world’s most notorious serial killers have been women. These female killers give their male counterparts a run for their money, and deserve to be counted among the most famous serial killers. Unearth the disturbing histories of notorious women. From the chilling accounts of infamous black widow murders to the spine-tingling narratives of women who shocked the world with their sinister deeds, this anthology delves deep into the minds of these deadly women. Spanning eras and continents, these tales of true crime offer a chilling exploration of the darkest corners of human nature. Inside: Discover lesser-known cases of female killers that challenge conventional narratives and shed light on the often-overlooked stories of women who defied societal norms and perpetrated gruesome crimes. Enjoy a diverse selection of true crime tales that spotlight the narratives of female serial killers from various historical periods. Explore the international spectrum of female murderers and uncover how factors such as culture, upbringing, and personal experiences contribute to the making of these deadly women. If you liked books such as Lady Killers, The Big Book of Serial Killers, or The Best New True Crime Stories, you’ll love Women Who Murder.

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Mango Media

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1684814677

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9781684814671

I See Something Grand

By: Mitzi Chandler

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I See Something Grand

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A child and her grandfather discover together the secrets of the Grand Canyon. Richly illustrated with full-page watercolors, this book makes for great bedtime reading. For children

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Late Bloomers

Weekly Inspirations for Women in Their Prime

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Weekly Inspirations for Women in Their Prime

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Book's by Mitzi Chandler

Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection [2 volumes]

Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection [2 volumes]

Teaching Children's Literature

Teaching Children's Literature

Encyclopedia of Nordic Crime Fiction

Encyclopedia of Nordic Crime Fiction

Gumshoes

Gumshoes

Promise Them

Promise Them

Promise Renewed

Promise Renewed

Creating Critical Classrooms

Creating Critical Classrooms

Autism

Autism

Late Bloomers

Late Bloomers

I See Something Grand

I See Something Grand

Bipolar Disorders

Bipolar Disorders

The Sky's the Limit

The Sky's the Limit

The Best New True Crime Stories

The Best New True Crime Stories

Women Who Murder

Women Who Murder

I See Something Grand

I See Something Grand

Late Bloomers

Late Bloomers

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