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Ancient Egyptian Prisoner Statues

Fragments of the Late Old Kingdom

By: Tara Prakash

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Ancient Egyptian Prisoner Statues

Fragments of the Late Old Kingdom

By: Tara Prakash

During the Old Kingdom, the ancient Egyptians constructed elaborately decorated mortuary monuments for their pharaohs. By the late Old Kingdom (ca. 2435-2153 BCE), these pyramid complexes began to contain a new and unique type of statue, the so-called prisoner statues. Despite being known to Egyptologists for decades, these statues of kneeling, bound foreign captives have been only partially documented, and questions surrounding their use, treatment, and exact meaning have remained unanswered. Ancient Egyptian Prisoner Statues-the first comprehensive analysis of the prisoner statues-addresses this gap, demonstrating that the Egyptians conceived of and used the prisoner statues differently over time as a response to contemporary social, cultural, and historical changes. In the process, the author contributes new data and interpretations on topics as diverse as the purpose and function of the pyramid complex, the ways in which the Egyptians understood and depicted ethnicity, and the agency of artists in ancient Egypt. Ultimately, this volume provides a fuller understanding of not only the prisoner statues but also the Egyptian late Old Kingdom as a whole.

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Lockwood Press

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1948488884

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Azadi: Sexual Politics and Postcolonial Worlds

By: Tara Atluri

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Azadi: Sexual Politics and Postcolonial Worlds

By: Tara Atluri

In December of 2012 in Delhi, India a woman was gang raped, tortured, and inflicted with such bodily violence that she died as a result of the injuries. The case caused massive public protests in Delhi and throughout the Indian subcontinent. These large scale public mobilizations lead to attempts to change national laws pertaining to sexual violence. One year after this case, The Supreme Court of India made the contentious decision to uphold Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code. Section 377, instituted by British colonizers dates back to 1860 and criminalizes sexual activities deemed to be “unnatural,” namely queer sex and queer people. In December of 2013, massive protests also occurred throughout India regarding this decision. Both these cases received worldwide media attention and lead to public demonstrations and debates regarding sexual politics throughout Asia and globally. There was a resilient refrain heard at many of the political protests that took place: A ̄za ̄di ̄. A ̄za ̄di is loosely translated into freedom. Drawing on interviews done in the Indian subcontinent, this book suggests that while colonial violence haunts postcolonial sexualities, anti-colonial resistance also remains, echoing in the streets like the chorus of an old song ~ A ̄za ̄di ̄.

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Demeter Press

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177258052X

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9781772580525

Mobile and Wireless Networks

By: Khaldoun Al Agha,Guy Pujolle,Tara Ali Yahiya

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Mobile and Wireless Networks

By: Khaldoun Al Agha,Guy Pujolle,Tara Ali Yahiya

This book presents the state of the art in the field of mobile and wireless networks, and anticipates the arrival of new standards and architectures. It focuses on wireless networks, starting with small personal area networks and progressing onto the very large cells of wireless regional area networks, via local area networks dominated by WiFi technology, and finally metropolitan networks. After a description of the existing 2G and 3G standards, with LTE being the latest release, LTE-A is addressed, which is the first 4G release, and a first indication of 5G is provided as seen through the standardizing bodies. 4G technology is described in detail along with the different LTE extensions related to the massive arrival of femtocells, the increase to a 1 Gbps capacity, and relay techniques. 5G is also discussed in order to show what can be expected in the near future. The Internet of Things is explained in a specific chapter due to its omnipresence in the literature, ad hoc and mesh networks form another important chapter as they have made a comeback after a long period of near hibernation, and the final chapter discusses a particularly recent topic: Mobile-Edge Computing (MEC) servers.

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352

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John Wiley & Sons

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1848217145

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9781848217140

The Territories and States of India

By: Tara Boland-Crewe,David Lea

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The Territories and States of India

By: Tara Boland-Crewe,David Lea

This invaluable collection of information provides an in-depth guide to the regional dimension of the politics and economy of this vast and complex country. Incomparable in its coverage, it supplies the reader with a more complete understanding of India as a whole. Part One: Introduction An informative essay on the political development of India; The Centre and the States: Evolution of a Union * a chronology of the country, with particular emphasis on regional issues * statistics of major demographic and economic indicators, including comparative data * information about the structure and organization of the national government in India. Part Two: Territorial Surveys Providing a wealth of information on each of the twenty-eight states and seven territories, each chapter includes: * details of geography * an account of the current and historical political situation * an economic survey, including key statistics and details of infrastructure, agriculture, industry and tourism * a directory of leading officials.

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651

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Routledge

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1135356246

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9781135356248

Student Learning in South Asia

Challenges, Opportunities, and Policy Priorities

By: Halil Dundar,Tara Béteille,Michelle Riboud,Anil Deolalikar

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Student Learning in South Asia

Challenges, Opportunities, and Policy Priorities

By: Halil Dundar,Tara Béteille,Michelle Riboud,Anil Deolalikar

This book analyzes the performance of South Asian educational systems and identifies the causes and correlates of student learning outcomes. Drawing on successful initiatives both in the region and elsewhere in the world, it offers an insightful approach to setting priorities for enhancing the quality of school education in South Asia.

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421

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World Bank Publications

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1464801614

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9781464801617

Lifespan Development

Lives in Context

By: Tara L. Kuther

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Lifespan Development

Lives in Context

By: Tara L. Kuther

Recipient of the 2017 Most Promising New Textbook Award from the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA) Chronologically organized, Lifespan Development: Lives in Context offers a unique perspective on the field by focusing on the importance of context—examining how the places, sociocultural environments, and ways in which we are raised influence who we become and how we grow and change. Author Tara L. Kuther integrates cutting-edge and classic research throughout the text to present a unified story of developmental science and its applications to everyday life. Robust pedagogy, student-friendly writing, and an inviting design enhance this exciting and inclusive exploration of the ways in which context informs our understanding of the lifespan.

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1856

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SAGE Publications

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1483368831

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9781483368832

Ahimsa, Anekanta and Jainism

By: Tara Sethia,Satyaranjan Banerjee

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Ahimsa, Anekanta and Jainism

By: Tara Sethia,Satyaranjan Banerjee

Motilal Banarsidas (www.mlbd.co.in, info@mlbd.co.in) Essays in this volume offer fresh insights into Jain principles of Ahimsa and Anekanta by examining their meaning and historical significance and demonstrating their relevance and role in addressing contemporary issues of intolerance, conflict, violence and war. Contributors to this book bring perspectives from the disciplines of philosophy, religious studies, history and art history.

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Motilal Banarsidass

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8120820312

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9788120820319

History of Great Nicobar Island The Ascent

Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

By: Tara Singh Pabla

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History of Great Nicobar Island The Ascent

Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

By: Tara Singh Pabla

This book is all about the incredible last point of India, Great Nicobar. It was the ex-servicemen from Punjab who first inhabited in the Great Nicobar Island on 23.4.1969 AD and this paved way from other states for settlement in Great Nicobar Island. Induction of ex-servicemen settlers brought life into the Great Nicobar Island. Their struggle and sacrifice in developing this island, braving the severe weather conditions and non-availability of adequate medical facilities brought Great Nicobar Island into the limelight. The dedication, struggle and sacrifice shown by all Ex-servicemen of Great Nicobar Island is beyond comparison and put Great Nicobar Island on the map of progress. This encouraged me to write about “Induction of Ex-servicemen settlers to Great Nicobar Island”

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130

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Notion Press

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1684661536

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9781684661534

The Essentials of Lifespan Development

Lives in Context

By: Tara L. Kuther

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The Essentials of Lifespan Development

Lives in Context

By: Tara L. Kuther

Chronologically organized, The Essentials of Lifespan Development examines the ways in which contexts—culture, society, socioeconomic status, home, family, and even community—impact each stage of a person′s life.

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804

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SAGE Publications

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1071851861

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9781071851869

Physical Activity and Student Learning

By: Tara Stevens

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Physical Activity and Student Learning

By: Tara Stevens

Discussions of physical activity in schools often focus on health-related outcomes, but there is also evidence for its integral role in academic achievement, cognition, and psychological adjustment. Written by a scientist-practitioner, Physical Activity and Student Learning explores the effects of physical activity within the broader context of educational psychology research and theory and brings the topic to a wider audience. With chapters on positive school behavior, executive function, and interventions, this concise volume is designed for any educational psychology or general education course that includes physical activity in the curriculum. This book establishes physical activity as an important part of all learning—not just physical education and recess—and will be indispensable for student researchers and both pre- and in-service teachers alike.

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Routledge

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042979133X

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9780429791338

Lifespan Development in Context

A Topical Approach

By: Tara L. Kuther

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Lifespan Development in Context

A Topical Approach

By: Tara L. Kuther

Award-winning author Tara L. Kuther presents Lifespan Development in Context, a topically organized version of her bestselling Lifespan Development text that provides a panoramic view of the many influences that shape human development. Kuther’s student-friendly narrative illustrates how the places, sociocultural environments, and ways in which we are raised influence who we become and how we grow and change throughout our lives. Three core themes resonate throughout each chapter: the centrality of context, the importance of research, and the value of applied developmental science. Foundational theories and classic studies are combined with contemporary research and culturally diverse perspectives for a modern introduction to the field that is both comprehensive and concise. Visual overviews, case studies, and critical thinking questions encourage self-reflection and class discussion, ensuring students have the tools they need to apply course concepts to their lives and future careers.

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SAGE Publications

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1506373380

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9781506373386

The Four Quarters of the Night

The Life-journey of an Emigrant Sikh

By: Tara Singh Bains,Hugh J. M. Johnston

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The Four Quarters of the Night

The Life-journey of an Emigrant Sikh

By: Tara Singh Bains,Hugh J. M. Johnston

Tara Singh Bains is one of those rare people who sees the hand of God in every facet of his life. A man of strong convictions, he has consistently refused to compromise his beliefs. The Four Quarters of the Night is as much the story of his faith as of his life.

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McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP

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0773512659

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9780773512658

Judicial Review in an Objective Legal System

By: Tara Smith

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Judicial Review in an Objective Legal System

By: Tara Smith

How should courts interpret the law? While all agree that courts must be objective, people differ sharply over what this demands in practice: fidelity to the text? To the will of the people? To certain moral ideals? In Judicial Review in an Objective Legal System, Tara Smith breaks through the false dichotomies inherent in dominant theories - various forms of originalism, living constitutionalism, and minimalism - to present a new approach to judicial review. She contends that we cannot assess judicial review in isolation from the larger enterprise of which it is a part. By providing careful clarification of both the function of the legal system as well as of objectivity itself, she produces a compelling, firmly grounded account of genuinely objective judicial review. Smith's innovative approach marks a welcome advance for anyone interested in legal objectivity and individual rights.

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Cambridge University Press

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1316404730

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9781316404737

History of the Freedom Movement in India - Volume 3

By: Tara Chand

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History of the Freedom Movement in India - Volume 3

By: Tara Chand

The first two volumes of the History of the Freedom Movement in India were concerned with the preparation of the ground for the emergence of the concept of nationalism and freedom. During the period covered in the third volume, the consciousness of unity developed into the political awareness of a common destiny. The British rulers were alarmed at this development. Their imperial interests demanded refusal to the recognition of India’s claim to nationhood.

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Publications Division, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting

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9354090516

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9789354090516

Voices to Choices

Bangladesh's Journey in Women's Economic Empowerment

By: Jennifer L. Solotaroff,Aphichoke Kotikula,Tara Lonnberg,Snigdha Ali,Ferdous Jahan

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Voices to Choices

Bangladesh's Journey in Women's Economic Empowerment

By: Jennifer L. Solotaroff,Aphichoke Kotikula,Tara Lonnberg,Snigdha Ali,Ferdous Jahan

Women have experienced significant changes in various spheres of their lives during the last decades as Bangladesh made economic progress. Yet women’s economic engagement and empowerment are subdued, as they cannot make sufficient choices for themselves. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic developments in gender equality in Bangladesh. Through examining women’s participation in the labour force, ownership and control of household assets, use and control of financial assets, and opportunities for entrepreneurship, the authors have made concrete recommendations to overcome challenges that lie ahead for women’s economic empowerment. This book is an important contribution to the knowledge on interventions required by the policy makers and broader stakeholders towards narrowing gender gaps. --Fahmida Khatun, PhD, Executive Director, Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), Bangladesh The women’s story is central to Bangladesh’s economic and social transformation. There is an urgent need to deepen researched understanding of the multidimensional pathways of women’s economic empowerment and extent of real progress made. Voices to Choices is an important contribution to this story. Surely, the journey of women’s economic empowerment remains a long and challenging one. Realizing the full benefits of new opportunities is often hampered by both new and entrenched insecurities. The task is as much one of empowering women’s agency as of dismantling barriers. The responsibility is as much women’s as society’s. --Hossain Zillur Rahman, PhD, Executive Chairman, Power and Participation Research Centre (PPRC) This book provides critical insights and is timely, as it outlines how girls and women in Bangladesh have gained more opportunities in labor force participation, control over household and financial assets, as well as greater prospects for entrepreneurship. The findings will greatly contribute to future policy and planning for government and key stakeholders working to advance women’s economic empowerment in the country. --Sabina Faiz Rashid, PhD, Dean and Professor, BRAC James P. Grant School of Public Health BRAC University

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World Bank Publications

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1464813744

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9781464813740

Ancient Egyptian Prisoner Statues

Fragments of the Late Old Kingdom

By: Tara Prakash

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Ancient Egyptian Prisoner Statues

Fragments of the Late Old Kingdom

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1948488884

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Ready to Learn

Before School, In School, and Beyond School in South Asia

By: Tara Beteille,Namrata Tognatta,Michelle Riboud,Shinsaku Nomura

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Before School, In School, and Beyond School in South Asia

By: Tara Beteille,Namrata Tognatta,Michelle Riboud,Shinsaku Nomura

Countries that have sustained rapid growth over decades have typically had a strong public commitment to expanding education as well as to improving learning outcomes. South Asian countries have made considerable progress in expanding access to primary and secondary schooling, with countries having achieved near-universal enrollment of the primary-school-age cohort (ages 6†“11), except for Afghanistan and Pakistan. Secondary enrollment shows an upward trend as well. Beyond school, many more people have access to skilling opportunities and higher education today. Although governments have consistently pursued policies to expand access, a prominent feature of the region has been the role played by nonstate actors—private nonprofit and forprofit entities—in expanding access at every level of education. Though learning levels remain low, countries in the region have shown a strong commitment to improving learning. All countries in South Asia have taken the first step, which is to assess learning outcomes regularly. Since 2010, there has been a rapid increase in the number of large-scale student learning assessments conducted in the region. But to use the findings of these assessments to improve schooling, countries must build their capacity to design assessments and analyze and use findings to inform policy.

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1464813396

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9781464813399

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