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Death and Rebirth in a Southern City

Richmond's Historic Cemeteries

By: Ryan K. Smith

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Death and Rebirth in a Southern City

Richmond's Historic Cemeteries

By: Ryan K. Smith

A brilliant example of public history, Death and Rebirth in a Southern City reveals how cemeteries can frame changes in politics and society across time.

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Johns Hopkins University Press

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1421439271

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Robert Morris's Folly

The Architectural and Financial Failures of an American Founder

By: Ryan K. Smith

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Robert Morris's Folly

The Architectural and Financial Failures of an American Founder

By: Ryan K. Smith

In 1798 Robert Morris—“financier of the American Revolution,” confidant of George Washington, former U.S. senator—plunged from the peaks of wealth and prestige into debtors' prison and public contempt. How could one of the richest men in the United States, one of only two founders who signed the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution, suffer such a downfall? This book examines for the first time the extravagant Philadelphia town house Robert Morris built and its role in bringing about his ruin. Part biography, part architectural history, the book recounts Morris’s wild successes as a merchant, his recklessness as a land speculator, and his unrestrained passion in building his palatial, doomed mansion, once hailed as the most expensive private building in the United States but later known as “Morris’s Folly.” Setting Morris’s tale in the context of the nation’s founding, this volume refocuses attention on an essential yet nearly forgotten American figure while also illuminating the origins of America’s ongoing, ambivalent attitudes toward the superwealthy and their sensational excesses.

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Yale University Press

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0300206976

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9780300206975

Gothic Arches, Latin Crosses

Anti-Catholicism and American Church Designs in the Nineteenth Century

By: Ryan K. Smith

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Gothic Arches, Latin Crosses

Anti-Catholicism and American Church Designs in the Nineteenth Century

By: Ryan K. Smith

Crosses, candles, choir vestments, sanctuary flowers, and stained glass are common church features found in nearly all mainline denominations of American Christianity today. Most Protestant churchgoers would be surprised to learn, however, that at one time these elements were viewed with suspicion as foreign implements associated strictly with the Roman Catholic Church. Blending history with the study of material culture, Ryan K. Smith sheds light on the ironic convergence of anti-Catholicism and the Gothic Revival movement in nineteenth-century America. Smith finds the source for both movements in the sudden rise of Roman Catholicism after 1820, when it began to grow from a tiny minority into the country's largest single religious body. Its growth triggered a corresponding rise in anti-Catholic activities, as activists representing every major Protestant denomination attacked "popery" through the pulpit, the press, and politics. At the same time, Catholic worship increasingly attracted young, genteel observers around the country. Its art and its tangible access to the sacred meshed well with the era's romanticism and market-based materialism. Smith argues that these tensions led Protestant churches to break with tradition and adopt recognizably Latin art. He shows how architectural and artistic features became tools through which Protestants adapted to America's new commercialization while simultaneously defusing the potent Catholic "threat." The results presented a colorful new religious landscape, but they also illustrated the durability of traditional religious boundaries.

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UNC Press Books

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080787728X

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9780807877289

The Ambulance

A History

By: Ryan Corbett Bell

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The Ambulance

A History

By: Ryan Corbett Bell

Over several centuries the ambulance has evolved from horse-drawn wagons designed to remove wounded soldiers from the battlefield into high-speed emergency rooms on wheels, staffed by skilled professionals. This thorough history follows the ambulance through every phase, focusing not just on the vehicles but on their role within the developing medical systems they served, as well as the political, social and economic influences that have shaped their advancement. Topics include the critical role of police ambulances in the development of the first emergency medical services, the history of the ambulance intern, breakthroughs in ambulance design and function from the horse-drawn days to the present, notable women in ambulance development, and a fresh look at the first organized paramedic services. More than 275 photographs and other illustrations accompany the text.

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McFarland

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0786438118

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Encyclopedia of Hinduism

By: Constance Jones,James D. Ryan

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Encyclopedia of Hinduism

By: Constance Jones,James D. Ryan

An illustrated A to Z reference containing more than 700 entries providing information on the theology, people, historical events, institutions and movements related to Hinduism.

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Infobase Publishing

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0816075646

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9780816075645

The Resilience Factor

A Step-by-Step Guide to Catalyze an Unbreakable Team

By: Ryan T. Hartwig,Léonce B. Crump,Warren Bird

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The Resilience Factor

A Step-by-Step Guide to Catalyze an Unbreakable Team

By: Ryan T. Hartwig,Léonce B. Crump,Warren Bird

Want to unleash the "remarkable" in your team? This guide from experienced leaders will both inspire and equip your team to move from floundering to flourishing. Filled with practical examples, reflection questions, diagnostic tools, and group activities, this resource lays out the practical action plan you need to build an unbreakable team.

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InterVarsity Press

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1514005697

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9781514005699

Self-Determination Theory

Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness

By: Richard Ryan,Edward L. Deci

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Self-Determination Theory

Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness

By: Richard Ryan,Edward L. Deci

Self-determination theory (SDT) provides a framework for understanding the factors that promote motivation and healthy psychological and behavioral functioning. In this authoritative work, the codevelopers of the theory comprehensively examine SDT's conceptual underpinnings (including its six mini-theories), empirical evidence base, and practical applications across the lifespan. The volume synthesizes a vast body of research on how supporting--or thwarting--people's basic needs for competence, relatedness, and autonomy affects their development and well-being. Chapters cover implications for practice and policy in education, health care, psychotherapy, sport, and the workplace.

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Guilford Publications

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1462528783

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9781462528783

3D User Interfaces

Theory and Practice

By: Joseph J. LaViola Jr.,Ernst Kruijff,Ryan P. McMahan,Doug Bowman,Ivan P. Poupyrev

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3D User Interfaces

Theory and Practice

By: Joseph J. LaViola Jr.,Ernst Kruijff,Ryan P. McMahan,Doug Bowman,Ivan P. Poupyrev

The Complete, Up-To-Date Guide to Building Great 3D User Interfaces for Any Application 3D interaction is suddenly everywhere. But simply using 3D input or displays isn’t enough: 3D interfaces must be carefully designed for optimal user experience. 3D User Interfaces: Theory and Practice, Second Edition is today’s most comprehensive primary reference to building state-of-the-art 3D user interfaces and interactions. Five pioneering researchers and practitioners cover the full spectrum of emerging applications, techniques, and best practices. The authors combine theoretical foundations, analysis of leading devices, and empirically validated design guidelines. This edition adds two new chapters on human factors and general human-computer interaction—indispensable foundational knowledge for building any 3D user interface. It also demonstrates advanced concepts at work through two running case studies: a first-person VR game and a mobile augmented reality application. Coverage Includes 3D user interfaces: evolution, elements, and roadmaps Key applications: virtual and augmented reality (VR, AR), mobile/wearable devices What 3D UI designers should know about human sensory systems and cognition ergonomics How proven human-computer interaction techniques apply to 3D UIs 3D UI output hardware for visual, auditory, and haptic/ tactile systems Obtaining 3D position, orientation, and motion data for users in physical space 3D object selection and manipulation Navigation and wayfinding techniques for moving through virtual and physical spaces Changing application state with system control techniques, issuing commands, and enabling other forms of user input Strategies for choosing, developing, and evaluating 3D user interfaces Utilizing 2D, “magic,” “natural,” multimodal, and two-handed interaction The future of 3D user interfaces: open research problems and emerging technologies

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Addison-Wesley Professional

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0134034465

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9780134034461

Mediated Nostalgia

Individual Memory and Contemporary Mass Media

By: Ryan Lizardi

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Mediated Nostalgia

Individual Memory and Contemporary Mass Media

By: Ryan Lizardi

Considering the current rash of film remakes, vintage video game downloads, and box sets of bygone television shows, media today is obsessed with nostalgia. Instead of presenting a past that functions as an adaptive mirror with which we can compare our contemporary situation, the past is instead presented as an individualized version that transfixes us as uncritical citizens of our own culture. Mediated Nostalgia: Individual Memory and Contemporary Mass Media argues that the cultural implication of a cross-media eternal return to nostalgia is an increasing reliance on defining who we are as people and societies by what media we consumed as children. The unblinking eye toward the past knows no progress, or at the very least, does not employ the past to compare and adaptively engage with the present or future. Examining film, literature, television, and video games, Ryan Lizardi tackles the idea of why that strong sense of nostalgia is such a popular tactic for the media industry, and why it is problematic.

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Lexington Books

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0739196227

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9780739196229

Leading Collaborative Architectural Practice

By: Erin Carraher,Ryan E. Smith

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Leading Collaborative Architectural Practice

By: Erin Carraher,Ryan E. Smith

The groundbreaking guide to modern leadership in architectural practice Leading Collaborative Architectural Practice is the leadership handbook for today's design and construction professionals. Endorsed by the American Institute of Architects, this book describes the collaborative approach to leadership that is becoming increasingly prevalent in modern practice; gone are the days of authoritative "star" architects— today's practice is a brand, and requires the full input of every member of the team. This book builds off of a two-year AIA research project to provide a blueprint for effective leadership: the ability, awareness, and commitment to lead project teams who work together to accomplish the project's goals. Both group and individual hands-on exercises help facilitate implementation, and extensive case studies show how these techniques have helped real-world firms build exemplary success through collaborative teamwork and leadership. Highly illustrated and accessible, this approach is presented from the practicing architect's point of view—but the universal principles and time-tested methods also provide clear guidance for owners, contractors, engineers, project managers, and students. Build a culture of collaboration, commitment, and interpersonal awareness Adopt effective leadership techniques at the team, project, or practice level Handle conflict and resolve communication issues using tested approaches Learn how real-world projects use effective leadership to drive success The last decade has seen a sea-change in architectural leadership. New practices no longer adopt the name and identity of a single person, but create their own identity that represents the collaborative work of the entire group. Shifts in technology and changing workplace norms have made top-down management structures irrelevant, so what does it now mean to lead? Forefront presents effective contemporary leadership in the architectural practice, and real-world guidance on everyday implementation.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119169267

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Cognitive Aging and the Federal Circuit Courts

How Senescence Influences the Law and Judges

By: PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE RYAN C. OWENS BLACK (PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE RYAN J.),Professor of Political Science Ryan J Owens,Patrick C. Wohlfarth

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Cognitive Aging and the Federal Circuit Courts

How Senescence Influences the Law and Judges

By: PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE RYAN C. OWENS BLACK (PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE RYAN J.),Professor of Political Science Ryan J Owens,Patrick C. Wohlfarth

Cognitive Aging and the Federal Circuit Courts: How Senescence Influences the Law and Judges considers recent advances in neuroscience to identify the effects of cognitive aging among federal circuit court judges to make timely recommendations about judicial independence and institutional reforms.

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Oxford University Press

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0197747027

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9780197747025

Language Acquisition

The Age Factor

By: David Singleton,Lisa Ryan

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Language Acquisition

The Age Factor

By: David Singleton,Lisa Ryan

This book examines the evidence relative to the idea that there is an age factor in first and second language acquisition, evidence that has sources ranging from studies of feral children to evaluations of language programmes in primary schools. It goes on to explore the various explanations that have been advanced to account for such evidence. Finally, it looks at the educational ramifications of the age question, with particular regard to formal second language teaching in the early school years and in ‘third age’ contexts.

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Multilingual Matters

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1847699294

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9781847699299

Biosecurity and Bioterrorism

Containing and Preventing Biological Threats

By: Jeffrey Ryan,Jan Glarum

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Biosecurity and Bioterrorism

Containing and Preventing Biological Threats

By: Jeffrey Ryan,Jan Glarum

Biosecurity and Bioterrorism is the first book to take a holistic approach to biosecurity with coverage of pathogens, prevention and response methodology. The book is organized into four thematic sections: Part I provides a conceptual understanding of biowarfare, bioterrorism and the laws we have to counteract this; Part II investigates known bioagents and the threat from emerging diseases; Part III focuses on agricultural terrorism and food security; Part IV outlines international, US, and local initiatives for biodefense and biosecurity. Case studies illustrate biodefense against both intentional terrorism and natural outbreaks. The authors bring an extraordinary combination of experience in academia and the clinical world, as well as real-world experience in technical and practical matters, to their writing. They make technical material clear and fascinating for readers with a basic knowledge of biology. Ryan and Glarum address the hazards in the context of vulnerability assessments and the planning strategies government and industry can take to prepare for and respond to such events. - How are these agents used in biowarfare? - How likely are we to face either a natural outbreak or intentional human/animal infection? - How can we prepare for this effectively?

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Butterworth-Heinemann

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0080569188

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9780080569185

Eco-Performance, Art, and Spatial Justice in the US

By: Courtney B. Ryan

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Eco-Performance, Art, and Spatial Justice in the US

By: Courtney B. Ryan

In Eco-Performance, Art, and Spatial Justice in the US, Courtney B. Ryan traces how urban artists in the US from the 1970s until today contend with environmental domestication and spatial injustice through performance. In theater, art, film, and digital media, the artists featured in this book perform everyday, spatialized micro-acts to contest the mutual containment of urbanites and nonhuman nature. Whether it is plant artist Vaughn Bell going for a city stroll in her personal biosphere, photographer Naima Green photographing Black urbanites in lush New York City parks, guerrilla gardeners launching seed bombs into abandoned city lots, or a satirical tweeter parodying BP’s response to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the subjects in this book challenge deeply engrained Western directives to domesticate nonhuman nature. In examining how urban eco-artists perform alternate ecologies that celebrate the interconnectedness of marginalized human, vegetal, and aquatic life, Ryan suggests that small environmental performances can expose spatial injustice and increase spatial mobility. Bringing a performance perspective to the environmental humanities, this interdisciplinary text offers readers stymied by the global climate crisis a way forward. It will appeal to a wide range of students and academics in performance, media studies, urban geography, and environmental studies.

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Taylor & Francis

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1000841081

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9781000841084

Teams That Thrive

Five Disciplines of Collaborative Church Leadership

By: Ryan T. Hartwig,Warren Bird

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Teams That Thrive

Five Disciplines of Collaborative Church Leadership

By: Ryan T. Hartwig,Warren Bird

What do the top church teams do to thrive together? Researchers and practitioners Ryan Hartwig and Warren Bird have discovered churches who have learned to thrive under healthy team leadership. Using actual church examples, this coaching tool presents their discoveries, culminating in five disciplines that will enable your team to thrive.

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InterVarsity Press

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0830897577

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9780830897575

Clem Haskins

Breaking Barriers

By: Clem Haskins,Marc Ryan

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Clem Haskins

Breaking Barriers

By: Clem Haskins,Marc Ryan

Tells the life story of Clem Haskins, coach of the University of Minnesota's Golden Gophers, discussing his humble beginnings in Campbellsville, Kentucky, his lifelong struggles against racism, and his success as the first full-time African-American head coach at U of M.

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Sports Publishing LLC

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1571671439

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Death and Rebirth in a Southern City

Death and Rebirth in a Southern City

Robert Morris's Folly

Robert Morris's Folly

Gothic Arches, Latin Crosses

Gothic Arches, Latin Crosses

The Ambulance

The Ambulance

Encyclopedia of Hinduism

Encyclopedia of Hinduism

The Resilience Factor

The Resilience Factor

Self-Determination Theory

Self-Determination Theory

3D User Interfaces

3D User Interfaces

Mediated Nostalgia

Mediated Nostalgia

Leading Collaborative Architectural Practice

Leading Collaborative Architectural Practice

Cognitive Aging and the Federal Circuit Courts

Cognitive Aging and the Federal Circuit Courts

Language Acquisition

Language Acquisition

Biosecurity and Bioterrorism

Biosecurity and Bioterrorism

Eco-Performance, Art, and Spatial Justice in the US

Eco-Performance, Art, and Spatial Justice in the US

Teams That Thrive

Teams That Thrive

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