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The FRBR Family of Conceptual Models

Toward a Linked Bibliographic Future

By: Richard P. Smiraglia,Pat Riva,Maja Žumer

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The FRBR Family of Conceptual Models

Toward a Linked Bibliographic Future

By: Richard P. Smiraglia,Pat Riva,Maja Žumer

Since 1998 when FRBR (Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records) was first published by IFLA, the effort to develop and apply FRBR has been extended in many innovative and experimental directions. Papers in this volume explain and expand upon the extended family of FRBR models including Functional Requirements for Authority Data (FRAD), Functional Requirements for Subject Authority Data (FRSAD), and the object-oriented version of FRBR known as FRBRoo. Readers will learn about dialogues between the FRBR Family and other modeling technologies, specific implementations and extensions of FRBR in retrieval systems, catalog codes employing FRBR, a wide variety of research that uses the FRBR model, and approaches to using FRBR for the Semantic Web. Librarians of all stripes as well as library and information science students and researchers can use this volume to bring their knowledge of the FRBR model and its implementation up to date. This book was published as a special issue of Cataloging & Classification Quarterly.

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Routledge

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1317850548

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9781317850540

Celebration(S)

By: Pat Willene

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Celebration(S)

By: Pat Willene

Celebrations is a story based on true incidents in the lives of two sisters. It is an inspirational story of pain, hope, and recovery. The sisterhood of Pat and Dee promotes and invites the desire to remain innocent and pure, yet sustains the shattering demonic violence of their father's requirement that beauty is equated to provocative sin and under-achievement is an unforgivable sin. It is the story of the common-ness of heroes --- those who do not make the newspaper, nor find their way to a television spot for a fifteen-minute center-of-the-universe. What we read here is a true and honest journey of women who were incredibly abused, both mentally and physically, and how it takes its toll on them --- yet they fight back to take control of their lives, sometimes faltering in their decisions, but nonetheless, asserting their right to be individuals. The kinship of sisterhood is their road to recovering and their love for each other --- the road to freedom. Join them as they ask you to learn to live, cry, and love with dignity, and know that each person's existence mattered. This is a story of common heroes. They are you and I.

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AuthorHouse

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0759660905

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9780759660908

AVCE Information and Communication Technology

Units 4-6

By: R. P. Richards,Pat M. Heathcote

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AVCE Information and Communication Technology

Units 4-6

By: R. P. Richards,Pat M. Heathcote

This book covers units 4 - 6 of the new AVCE in Information and Communication Technology award: Unit 4 - System Installation and Configuration Unit 5 - Systems Analysis Unit 6 - Database Design. The database is implemented in unit 6 and the student is shown how to write up the technical documentation and user instructions.

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Payne Gallway

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1903112486

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9781903112489

Religions Today

An Introduction

By: Mary Pat Fisher

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Religions Today

An Introduction

By: Mary Pat Fisher

Religions Today provides a sympathetic account of what living religions really are. Fisher traces the historical development and practices of major religious movements and explores how these evolve into contemporary belief and teaching. She considers major faiths as well as indigenous religions and new religious movements, focusing on how living religions affect contemporary society. Case studies and interviews with living people ensure that this concise guide is both readable and stimulating.

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Routledge

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1317761472

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Treatment of Cancer Fifth Edition

By: Pat Price,Karol Sikora,Tim Illidge

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Treatment of Cancer Fifth Edition

By: Pat Price,Karol Sikora,Tim Illidge

Since the first edition was published in 1982, Treatment of Cancer has become a standard text for postgraduate physicians in the UK and beyond, providing all information necessary for modern cancer management in one comprehensive but accessible volume. By inviting experts from a number of disciplines to share their knowledge, the editors have succeeded in delivering a truly integrated approach to the care of the patient with cancer. This fifth edition adopts the successful structure of previous editions, whilst being thoroughly revised and updated, and with several completely new chapters, covering important topics such as drug development, cancer prevention, and economics of cancer care, as well as treatments such as radioimmunotherapy, biological therapies and antibody therapy. Part One considers the scientific basis and fundamental principles underlying cancer treatment and examines the likely developments that will occur over the next decade at the leading edge of oncology. Part Two is divided into two sections; the first covering general issues of cancer management, including planning techniques, concomitent chemoradiotherapy, surgical oncology and palliative care; and the second using a system-based approach to cover the clinical aspects and management plans for the whole spectrum of malignant disease. Treatment of Cancer surpasses other oncology texts in condensing the essential information for exemplary cancer care into one readable and accessible guide, and will be an invaluable addition to the bookshelves of the busy oncologist in training or in practice.

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CRC Press

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0340912219

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9780340912218

Pat Booth

Three Complete Novels

By: Pat Booth

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Pat Booth

Three Complete Novels

By: Pat Booth

A steamy, exciting, spicy collection filled with mystery, sex, and glamorous characters. Orig. $54.85.

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Random House Value Publishing

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0517100657

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Documenting Eighteenth Century Satire

Pope, Swift, Gay, and Arbuthnot in Historical Context

By: Pat Rogers

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Documenting Eighteenth Century Satire

Pope, Swift, Gay, and Arbuthnot in Historical Context

By: Pat Rogers

Documenting Eighteenth Century Satire provides a historicized view of Augustan satire, through detailed readings of individual works. It aims to show how these satires can be “documented” in various ways to reveal richer meanings. The book ranges across different modes of satire, in poetry, prose and drama. It covers some of the best known works of eighteenth-century British literature, including The Rape of the Lock, The Dunciad, and The Beggar’s Opera. In addition it deals with less familiar but important texts, including Gay’s Trivia, Pope’s Epistle to Miss Blount, and Swift’s poem on Sid Hamet, as well as works of great literary merit which have been unduly neglected, including Pope’s Duke upon Duke and Swift’s The Bubble. One essay offers the first full interpretation and edition of a poem that surfaced in the 1970s, still virtually unknown, written by Pope and/or Gay. Another describes a previously unsuspected hoax by the Scriblerians on the quest for the longitude, while one more finds an unsuspected, but close, link between poems by Pope and Pushkin. Sources are drawn from numerous unpublished documents (wills, private letters, inventories, estate deeds, marriage contracts and private correspondence). Extensive use is made of contemporary newspapers, magazines and pamphlets. Most of these have not been quarried heavily (if at all) before. Some essays are completely new while others have been extensively revised for this book.

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Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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1443832510

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9781443832519

Critical to Care

The Invisible Women in Health Services

By: Pat Armstrong,Hugh Armstrong,Krista Scott-Dixon

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Critical to Care

The Invisible Women in Health Services

By: Pat Armstrong,Hugh Armstrong,Krista Scott-Dixon

Who counts as a health care worker? The question of where we draw the line between health care workers and non-health care workers is not merely a matter of academic nicety or a debate without consequences for care. It is a central issue for policy development because the definition often results in a division among workers in ways that undermine care. Critical to Care uses a wide range of evidence to reveal the contributions that those who provide personal care, who cook, clean, keep records, and do laundry make to health services. As a result of current reforms, these workers are increasingly treated as peripheral even though the research on what determines health demonstrates that their work is essential. The authors stress the invisibility and undervaluing of 'women's work' as well as the importance of context in understanding how this work is defined and treated. Through a gendered analysis, Critical to Care establishes a basis for discussing research, policy, and other actions in relation to the work of thousands of marginalized women and men every day.

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University of Toronto Press

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0802096085

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9780802096081

Passion is a Fashion

The Real Story of the Clash

By: Pat Gilbert

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Passion is a Fashion

The Real Story of the Clash

By: Pat Gilbert

Pat Gilbert’s definitive biography of the Clash – universally acclaimed as a great book – has already sold over 20,000 copies in paperback. Now, for the 30th anniversary of the band’s classic London Calling album, it is reissued with a stunning new cover. For the book Pat Gilbert – a former Mojo editor with the highest credentials – talked to everyone, in over 70 interviews with the key participants – roadies, producers, friends and fans - and above all the band members themselves, including Joe Strummer before his death, to be able to give the first real insight into what went on behind the scenes during the Clash’s ten-year career. With the surge in interest generated by the Shea Stadium live CD and the official Clash book, Passion Is A Fashion will attract a new sale as the only truly indispensable Clash book.

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Aurum

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1845138023

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9781845138028

The Glitter Box

By: Pat Tito,Pat Bellavia

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The Glitter Box

By: Pat Tito,Pat Bellavia

Her lifelong friend lying in a coffin, Annie O’Neil snatches Cissy Raven’s topaz brooch before the lid is shut. Julia Devlin, another friend, is shocked at Annie’s action. Later, Annie recalls the dream they had in their teens when they planned to become cat burglars. Hesitant at first, Julia finally joins forces in the planned ventures after a hellish ten days of babysitting.Velvel Chavivi is cursed by a personal devil. Disaster has followed him from his earliest years when he accidentally shattered a ten carat diamond he was about to cleave. He follows the women home after their first successful major theft and gains their sympathy after an accident. Both women are drawn to the pitiful man with no friends.The second heist involves Sukie Mae Fremont’s rubies in Dallas, then Claudia Fanchon’s sapphires in New Orleans. They insist on emeralds for their collection and snatch Sam Cunigdorio’s emeralds in New York but Sam is a high ranking Mafia figure. The women learn the hard way that their luck can only last so long.

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iUniverse

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0595138764

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9780595138760

Hidden Voices

The Orphan Musicians of Venice

By: Pat Lowery Collins

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Hidden Voices

The Orphan Musicians of Venice

By: Pat Lowery Collins

While studying under Vivaldi, three girls in a Venice orphanage forge their own notions of love in a sensuous, engrossing novel told in three narrative voices. It is a longing and search for love that motivates three girls living in the Ospedale della Pietà, an orphanage renowned for its extraordinary musical program. But for Rosalba, Anetta, and Luisa, the love they seek is not where they expect to find it. Set in the early 1700s in the heart of Venice, this remarkable novel deftly weaves the history of Antonio Vivaldi’s early musical career into the lives of three young women who excel in voice and instrument. Under the composer’s tutelage and care, the orphans find expression, sustenance, and passion. But can the sheltered life of the orphanage prepare them for the unthinkable dangers outside its walls?

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Candlewick Press

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0763656178

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9780763656171

The Alexander Pope Encyclopedia

By: Pat Rogers

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The Alexander Pope Encyclopedia

By: Pat Rogers

Alexander Pope (1688-1744) was the most important English poet of the 18th century, as well as an essayist, satirist, and critic. Many of his sayings are still quoted today. His Essay on Criticism shaped the aesthetic views of English Neoclassicism, while his Essay on Man reflected the moral views of the Enlightenment. He participated fully in the critical debates of his time and was one of the few poets who supported himself through his writing. This reference conveniently summarizes his life and works. Included are several-hundred alphabetically arranged entries on Pope's works, subjects that interested him, historical events that impacted Pope's life and work, cultural terms and categories, Pope's family members and acquaintances, major scholars and critics, and various other topics related to his writings. The entries reflect current scholarship and cite works for further reading. The encyclopedia also provides a chronology and concludes with a selected, general bibliography. Because of Pope's central importance to the Enlightenment, this book is also a useful companion to 18th-century literary and intellectual culture.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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031306153X

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9780313061530

Before the Lights Dim

By: Pat Tito,Pat Bellavia

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Before the Lights Dim

By: Pat Tito,Pat Bellavia

The Lamon Nursing Home is owned by Adele Lamon, a woman in her late thirties. After being jilted by her lover, Adele devotes her life to the elderly. No more than twelve residents are allowed at any given time but Adele makes an exception when handsome Paul Landis charms her into accepting his father. Harry Landis is in good health but incapacitated with two broken legs. Adele has no inkling Harry has faked the injury, never dreams Harry and Paul are not father and son but a con artist and his accomplice. The residents of the home include Simcha Godensky, an Israeli who escaped Poland and later joined Israel’s intelligence force. Clare Kohler, consort to Nazis, grew up in wartime Berlin. Rose Reilly has spent her entire adult life running from the worst sins she can imagine. Charlie Capoli only remembers the good old days when he was part of the Chicago mob. Mila Orsova is a retired psychic. Harry’s sole reason for getting into the nursing home is to meet Roger San Hamel, their mark. Roger’s passion was collecting precious gems. A surprise awaits Harry and Paul after they steal Roger’s jewels.

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iUniverse

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0595174051

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9780595174058

Contemporary Latin American Short Stories

By: Pat McNees

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Contemporary Latin American Short Stories

By: Pat McNees

Striking in its imagery, its history, and its breathtaking scope, Latin American fiction has finally come into its own throughout the world. Collected in this brilliant volume are thirty-five of the finest writers of this century, including: Jorge Luis Borges Carlos Fuentes Julio Cortazar Miguel Angel Asturias Gabriel Garcia Marquez Jorge Amado Octavio Paz Juan Bosch Jose Donoso Horacio Quiroga Mario Vargas Llosa Abelardo Castillo Guillermo Cabrera Infante And many more

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Ballantine Books

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0449912264

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9780449912263

Beach Music

A Novel

By: Pat Conroy

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Beach Music

A Novel

By: Pat Conroy

An American expatriate in Rome unearths his family legacy in this sweeping novel by the acclaimed author of The Prince of Tides and The Great Santini A Southerner living abroad, Jack McCall is scarred by tragedy and betrayal. His desperate desire to find peace after his wife’s suicide draws him into a painful, intimate search for the one haunting secret in his family’s past that can heal his anguished heart. Spanning three generations and two continents, from the contemporary ruins of the American South to the ancient ruins of Rome, from the unutterable horrors of the Holocaust to the lingering trauma of Vietnam, Beach Music sings with life’s pain and glory. It is a novel of lyric intensity and searing truth, another masterpiece among Pat Conroy’s legendary and beloved novels. Praise for Beach Music “Astonishing . . . stunning . . . The range of passions and subjects that bring life to every page is almost endless.”—The Washington Post Book World “Magnificent . . . clearly Conroy’s best.”—San Francisco Chronicle “Blockbuster writing at its best.”—Los Angeles Times Book Review “Pat Conroy’s writing contains a virtue now rare in most contemporary fiction: passion.”—The Denver Post “A powerful, heartfelt tale.”—Houston Chronicle

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Dial Press

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0307804739

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9780307804730

Urban-Rural Links

Issues in Geography

By: John Westaway,Pat Collarbone,Jane Connolly

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Urban-Rural Links

Issues in Geography

By: John Westaway,Pat Collarbone,Jane Connolly

Urban-Rural Links

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Elsevier

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1483135721

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9781483135724

Diagnosis

Interpreting the Shadows

By: Pat Croskerry,Karen Cosby,Mark L. Graber,Hardeep Singh

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Diagnosis

Interpreting the Shadows

By: Pat Croskerry,Karen Cosby,Mark L. Graber,Hardeep Singh

Despite diagnosis being the key feature of a physician's clinical performance, this is the first book that deals specifically with the topic. In recent years, however, considerable interest has been shown in this area and significant developments have occurred in two main areas: a) an awareness and increasing understanding of the critical role of clinical decision making in the process of diagnosis, and of the multiple factors that impact it, and b) a similar appreciation of the role of the healthcare system in supporting clinicians in their efforts to make accurate diagnoses. Although medicine has seen major gains in knowledge and technology over the last few decades, there is a consensus that the diagnostic failure rate remains in the order of 10-15%. This book provides an overview of the major issues in this area, in particular focusing on where the diagnostic process fails, and where improvements might be made.

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CRC Press

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135165019X

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9781351650199

Scales of Captivity

Racial Capitalism and the Latinx Child

By: Mary Pat Brady

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Scales of Captivity

Racial Capitalism and the Latinx Child

By: Mary Pat Brady

In Scales of Captivity, Mary Pat Brady traces the figure of the captive or cast-off child in Latinx and Chicanx literature and art between chattel slavery’s final years and the mass deportations of the twenty-first century. She shows how Latinx expressive practices expose how every rescaling of economic and military power requires new modalities of capture, new ways to bracket and hedge life. Through readings of novels by Helena María Viramontes, Oscar Casares, Lorraine López, Maceo Montoya, Reyna Grande, Daniel Peña, and others, Brady illustrates how submerged captivities reveal the way mechanisms of constraint such as deportability ground institutional forms of carceral modernity and how such practices scale relations by naturalizing the logic of scalar hierarchies underpinning racial capitalism. By showing how representations of the captive child critique the entrenched logic undergirding colonial power, Brady challenges racialized modes of citizenship while offering visions for living beyond borders.

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Duke University Press

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1478022558

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9781478022558

24 Years of House Work-- and the Place is Still a Mess

My Life in Politics

By: Pat Schroeder

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24 Years of House Work-- and the Place is Still a Mess

My Life in Politics

By: Pat Schroeder

The renowned female politician shares her personal life and public career, detailing her first victorious election in 1972, how she successfully combines family and politics, and how she rose to the challenge of infiltrating the "guy gulag" of Congress.

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Andrews McMeel Publishing

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0836287347

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9780836287349

Turkey

A Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit

By: Tom Brosnahan,Pat Yale

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Turkey

A Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit

By: Tom Brosnahan,Pat Yale

A guide to Turkey for travellers on any budget, with 99 detailed maps, fine color photos, extensive coverage of modern and ancient sights, expanded cultural and historical information, and of course details on where to stay, what to eat, and how to buy a Turkish carpet. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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0864423640

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9780864423641

Living Religions - Western Traditions

By: Mary Pat Fisher

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Living Religions - Western Traditions

By: Mary Pat Fisher

For use as a core text for introductory and upper-level courses in Western religions and Introduction to World Religions courses. Can also be used as supplemental reading for individual religion courses. Living Religions Western Traditions is a highly readable and stimulating survey of the major global religions and new religious movements that originated in the West. The social context, origins, teachers, scriptures, and historical development of each faith are carefully explored, with emphasis on how practitioners themselves understand their traditions. Evocative illustrations, first-person interviews of ordinary people and boxes uncovering the spiritual roots of public figures bring this text to life.

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300

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Prentice Hall

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0131829297

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9780131829299

Footprint Ireland

By: Pat Levy,Patricia Levy,Sean Sheehan

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Footprint Ireland

By: Pat Levy,Patricia Levy,Sean Sheehan

Written by local authors, "Footprint Ireland" explores grand houses and splendid gardens, along with opportunities to walk, fish, or play golf. Includes extensive coverage of the pub scene. Two-color art throughout. 20 color photos. 70 maps.

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