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Imagining Soldiers and Fathers in the Mid-Victorian Era

Charlotte Yonge's Models of Manliness

By: Susan Walton

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Imagining Soldiers and Fathers in the Mid-Victorian Era

Charlotte Yonge's Models of Manliness

By: Susan Walton

Beginning with the premise that women's perceptions of manliness are crucial to its construction, The author focuses on the life and writings of Charlotte Yonge as a prism for understanding the formulation of masculinities in the Victorian period. Yonge was a prolific writer whose bestselling fiction and extensive journalism enjoyed a wide readership. The author situates Yonge's work in the context of her family connections with the army, showing that an interlocking of worldly and spiritual warfare was fundamental to Yonge's outlook. For Yonge, all good Christians are soldiers, and Walton argues persuasively that the medievalised discourse of sanctified violence executed by upright moral men that is often connected with late nineteenth-century Imperialism began earlier in the century, and that Yonge's work was one major strand that gave it substance. Of significance, Yonge also endorsed missionary work, which she viewed as an extension of a father's duties in the neighborhood and which was closely allied to a vigorous promotion of refashioned Tory paternalism. The author's study is rich in historical context, including Yonge's connections with the Tractarians, the effects of industrialization, and Britain's Imperial enterprises. Informed by extensive archival scholarship, Walton offers important insights into the contradictory messages about manhood current in the mid-nineteenth century through the works of a major but undervalued Victorian author.

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Routledge

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1351156020

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9781351156028

Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary: Esther

By: John H. Walton

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Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary: Esther

By: John H. Walton

After a brief essay that introduces each book, a verse-by-verse commentary follows. Drawing upon linguistic analysis, archaeological evidence, history, other ancient Near Eastern literatures, and the like, the commentary provides the historical and cultural background against which the texts can be read and understood. --from publisher description.

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Harper Collins

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0310255759

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9780310255758

Anti-Corruption and its Discontents

Local, National and International Perspectives on Corruption in Papua New Guinea

By: Grant W. Walton

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Anti-Corruption and its Discontents

Local, National and International Perspectives on Corruption in Papua New Guinea

By: Grant W. Walton

The fight against corruption is now a core part of development policy and practice. Some call these efforts a ‘war on corruption’. What does this so-called ‘war’ mean for developing countries? And how do international perspectives on corruption relate to local and national concerns? This book examines the relevance of anti-corruption discourse in Papua New Guinea (PNG), one of the most culturally rich and ‘corrupt’ countries on earth. Despite increased international, national and local efforts to address corruption over the past two decades, many fear that levels of corruption continue to rise largely unabated. Some believe that the mismatch between international, national and local assumptions regarding the nature of corruption and how it should be addressed is at the heart of the issue. International anti-corruption initiatives stress ‘zero-tolerance’ and try to strengthen formal state-based institutions. However, many people in PNG are more concerned about maintaining social relationships than following state laws and rules. This book critically examines the implications of the anti-corruption agenda and the collision of international, national and local perspectives. In doing so it provides a diagnostic on international assumptions about corruption and how it should be fought in developing countries, offering surprising and important lessons. This book is essential reading for scholars and students of Development Studies, Geography, Political Studies and Economics, as well as practitioners and policy makers working in development.

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Routledge

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1315505991

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9781315505992

Black Cat Weekly #84

By: Stacy Woodson ,Bev Vincent ,Hal Charles,Bryce Walton ,Lester del Rey ,Richard Wilson,Frank Kane ,Ray Cummings,Paul A. Torak ,Noel Loomis

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Black Cat Weekly #84

By: Stacy Woodson ,Bev Vincent ,Hal Charles,Bryce Walton ,Lester del Rey ,Richard Wilson,Frank Kane ,Ray Cummings,Paul A. Torak ,Noel Loomis

Our 84th issue features a pair of original mysteries from Bev Vincent and Stacy Woodson. Plus we have a Bryce Walton Hollywood crime story and a Frank Kane mystery novel (featuring detecive Johnny Liddell). And, of course, a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles. On the science fiction side, we have an anti-war story from Richard Wilson, a UFO story from Paul Torak, a rather silly science fiction/detective story from Noel Loomis, and a time-travel tale from Lester del Rey. Plus a pre-Golden Age science fiction novel from oldtime master Ray Cummings: The Man on the Meteor, which appeared in Science and Invention in 1924, two years before Amazing Stories and the genre of science fiction were launched! Here’s the complete lineup: Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure: “The River Heights Ripper,” by Bev Vincent [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “Jellybean Justice,” Hal Charles [Solve-It-Yourself Mystery] “Before the Highwaymen,” by Stacy Woodson [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “Actor’s Showcase,” by Bryce Walton [short story] Crime of Their Life, by Frank Kane [novel] Science Fiction & Fantasy: “The Day They Had a War,” by Richard Wilson [short story] “Flight 18,” by Paul A. Torak [short story] “Remember the 4th!,” by Noel Loomis [short story] “Absolutely No Paradox,” by Lester del Rey [short story] The Man on the Meteor, by Ray Cummings [novel]

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Wildside Press LLC

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1667682016

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9781667682013

The Minor Prophets

By: J. Glen Taylor,Mark W. Chavalas,Philip S. Johnston,Alan R. Millard,John H. Walton,Daniel M. Master,Victor H. Matthews,Kenneth Hoglund,Andrew E. Hill

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The Minor Prophets

By: J. Glen Taylor,Mark W. Chavalas,Philip S. Johnston,Alan R. Millard,John H. Walton,Daniel M. Master,Victor H. Matthews,Kenneth Hoglund,Andrew E. Hill

Many today find the Old Testament a closed book. The cultural issues seem insurmountable and we are easily baffled by that which seems obscure. Furthermore, without knowledge of the ancient culture we can easily impose our own culture on the text, potentially distorting it. This series invites you to enter the Old Testament with a company of guides, experts that will give new insights into these cherished writings. Features include • Over 2000 photographs, drawings, maps, diagrams and charts provide a visual feast that breathes fresh life into the text. • Passage-by-passage commentary presents archaeological findings, historical explanations, geographic insights, notes on manners and customs, and more. • Analysis into the literature of the ancient Near East will open your eyes to new depths of understanding both familiar and unfamiliar passages. • Written by an international team of 30 specialists, all top scholars in background studies.

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891

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Zondervan Academic

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0310527708

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9780310527701

The Cyclic Peptide Toxins of Amanita and Other Poisonous Mushrooms

By: Jonathan Walton

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The Cyclic Peptide Toxins of Amanita and Other Poisonous Mushrooms

By: Jonathan Walton

Poisonous mushrooms have fascinated scientists and laypersons alike for thousands of years. Almost all mushroom fatalities are due to the genus Amanita, whose poetic common names (death cap, destroying angel) attest to their lethality. In his classic 1986 book, Theodor Wieland covered the state of our knowledge about the chemistry and biochemistry of the toxins of Amanita mushrooms up until that time, with a particular focus on the decades of chemical research by him and the Wieland dynasty (including his father, brother, brother-in-law, and cousin). Wieland’s book is now mainly of historical interest, with its exhaustive overview of the early chemical studies done without benefit of methods taken for granted by modern chemists. This book is a complete top-to-bottom revision of Wieland’s 1986 book. The material covers history, chemistry, and biology with equal thoroughness. It should be of interest to natural products chemists and biologists, professional and amateur mycologists, and toxicologists. The three scientific fields that are most relevant to the book are natural products chemistry, mycology, and fungal molecular genetics. Dr. Walton is an expert in all three. To maximize the broad utility and appeal of the book, care has been taken to define all technical terms specific to a particular discipline, so that, for example, mycologists will be able to understand the relevant chemistry, and chemists will be able to understand the relevant fungal biology.

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Springer

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3319768220

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9783319768229

A Manual of Dermatology

By: Zohra Zaidi,Shernaz Walton,Ijaz Hussain (Physician),Zarnaz Wahid

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A Manual of Dermatology

By: Zohra Zaidi,Shernaz Walton,Ijaz Hussain (Physician),Zarnaz Wahid

A Manual of Dermatology is the latest edition of this comprehensive textbook, covering a broad range of dermatologic disorders, and authored by dermatology experts from the UK and Pakistan. Divided into 45 chapters, the book begins with the history of dermatology, analysis of the structure, function and development of the skin, and a chapter on patients presenting with skin disorders. Subsequent chapters cover all major skin diseases and groups of diseases, from bacterial, fungal and viral infections, to bullous disorders, disorders of pigmentation and tumours of the skin. Other topics include skin and sport, skin and psychiatry, dermatoses in men of different ages, burn injuries, and cutaneous drug reactions. This edition of A Manual of Dermatology has been extensively reviewed and updated, and is enhanced by 329 full colour images and illustrations, and an appendix of differential diagnosis which makes the book an ideal resource for dermatologists and general practitioners. Key Points New edition of this comprehensive textbook of all major dermatologic disorders International author team from the UK and Pakistan 329 full colour images and illustrations Previous edition published 2013

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JP Medical Ltd

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9351527921

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9789351527923

Genesis

By: John H. Walton

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Genesis

By: John H. Walton

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Zondervan Academic

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0310527554

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9780310527558

Acts 1-9:42, Volume 37A

By: The Rev. Dr. Steve Walton

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Acts 1-9:42, Volume 37A

By: The Rev. Dr. Steve Walton

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and theological evidence. The result is judicious and balanced insight into the meanings of the text in the framework of biblical theology. These widely acclaimed commentaries serve as exceptional resources for the professional theologian and instructor, the seminary or university student, the working minister, and everyone concerned with building theological understanding from a solid base of biblical scholarship.

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0310599407

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9780310599401

Principles of Groundwater Engineering

By: William C. Walton

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Principles of Groundwater Engineering

By: William C. Walton

The purpose of this book is to bring together under one cover the principles of groundwater engineering. The concise format has produced a handy, comprehensive manual for professionals working in the groundwater industry. The author places emphasis on the application of theory and practical aspects of groundwater engineering. Well-cited references throughout the text guide you through the technology, scientific principles, and theoretical background of groundwater engineering. Exhaustive appendices contain quantitative data necessary for in-groundwater flow and contaminant migration equations. Principles of Groundwater Engineering is the state-of-the-art book that bridges the gap between groundwater theory and groundwater problem solving.

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CRC Press

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1000157733

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9781000157734

Emotive Language in Argumentation

By: Fabrizio Macagno,Douglas Walton

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Emotive Language in Argumentation

By: Fabrizio Macagno,Douglas Walton

This book analyzes the uses and implicit dimensions of emotive language from a pragmatic, dialectical, epistemic and rhetorical perspective.

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Cambridge University Press

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1107035988

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9781107035980

Farthing

By: Jo Walton

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Farthing

By: Jo Walton

An influential family’s weekend party is the stage for murder in this alternative history trilogy opener set in a post-WWII England where the Nazis won. Eight years have passed since the upper-crust “Farthing Set” overthrew Winston Churchill and led Britain into a separate peace with Hitler. Now those families have gathered for a weekend retreat. Among them is estranged scion Lucy Kahn, who can’t understand why she and her husband, David, were so enthusiastically invited. But all becomes clear when the eminent Sir James Thirkie is found murdered—with a yellow Star of David pinned to his chest. Lucy realizes that her Jewish husband is about to be framed for the crime, an outcome that would be altogether too politically convenient, given the machinations underway in Parliament in the coming week. The Farthing Set are determined to pass laws further restricting the right to vote, and a new outcry against Jews and foreigners would suit them fine. But whoever’s behind the murder and the frame-up didn’t count on the principal investigator from Scotland Yard being so prone to look beyond the obvious—or his being a man with his own private reasons for sympathizing with outcasts and underdogs . . . Praise for Farthing “If le Carré scares you, try Jo Walton. Of course her brilliant story of a democracy selling itself out to fascism sixty years ago is just a mystery, just a thriller, just a fantasy—of course we know nothing like that could happen now. Don’t we?” —Ursula K. Le Guin “Walton . . . crosses genres without missing a beat with this stunningly powerful alternative history set in 1949. . . . While the whodunit plot is compelling, it’s the convincing portrait of a country’s incremental slide into fascism that makes this novel a standout. Mainstream readers should be enthralled as well.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

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Macmillan

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1429944404

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9781429944403

One-Sided Arguments

A Dialectical Analysis of Bias

By: Douglas Walton

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One-Sided Arguments

A Dialectical Analysis of Bias

By: Douglas Walton

We often feel that an argument should be doubted or held as suspicious because it has a bias. But bias isn't always wrong. It is a normal phenomenon in advocacy argumentation, and in many cases it is to be expected. Yet sometimes bias can be quite harmful in argumentation. In this book, bias is defined as one-sided advocacy of a point of view in argumentation. It is shown to be harmful, or properly subject to critical condemnation, only when the dialogue exchange is supposed to be a balanced, two-sided exchange of viewpoints. The book concedes the postmodernist premise that bias is quite normal in everyday conversational arguments, and that a finding of bias should not, by itself, constitute grounds for criticizing an argument as critically deficient or fallacious. But the book strongly disagrees with the postmodernist conclusion that no standard of rationality can be brought to bear to condemn narrowly interest-based or one-sided arguments as biased. It is argued that in some cases narrow, one-sided partisanship in an argument is justifiably a basis for negative criticism of the worth of the argument.

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State University of New York Press

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1438423225

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9781438423227

Statutory Interpretation

Pragmatics and Argumentation

By: Douglas Walton,Fabrizio Macagno,Giovanni Sartor

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Statutory Interpretation

Pragmatics and Argumentation

By: Douglas Walton,Fabrizio Macagno,Giovanni Sartor

Combining pragmatics, dialectics, analytics, and legal theory, this work translates interpretative canons into patterns of natural argument.

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Cambridge University Press

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1108429343

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9781108429344

Tampa Bay & Florida's West Coast Adventure Guide

By: Chelle Koster Walton

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Tampa Bay & Florida's West Coast Adventure Guide

By: Chelle Koster Walton

A fully updated and expanded edition of this ever-popular guidebook. Visit vibrant cities, charming hometowns, nature preserves, wilderness areas and the famous white-sand beaches of Florida's Gulf shore. The book covers all of Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg and north to Withlacoochee State Forest, and south to Sanibel Island, Naples and Everglades National Park. Canoeing the Everglades, fishing on Marco Island, biking in Boca Grande, diving with manatees in Crystal River, sailing along St. Pete Beach, theater-going in Sarasota, shopping the sponge markets of Greek-flavored Tarpon Springs, exploring.

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Hunter Publishing, Inc

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1588436756

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9781588436757

Biopolymers

By: Alen Walton

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Biopolymers

By: Alen Walton

Biopolymers deals with the methods of physical characterization and the principles underlying them, with emphasis on quantitative aspects of sequence, conformation, and structure in both laboratory-synthesized and native biopolymers. The book reviews structural units of biopolymers and describes characterization of biopolymers, the available techniques, the evaluation of underlying principles, and experimental applications. Some of these methods include Raman spectroscopy, theoretical conformation analysis, electron microscopy, and morphology of laboratory-synthesized polymers. The text explains the factors controlling conformation of polypeptides, the steric maps of dipeptides, potential energy maps, and the calculation of tertiary polypeptide structure. The investigator can use X-ray diffraction to determine the structure of polymers and macromolecules, such as diffraction by a crystal, by poorly crystalline polymer systems, or by a helical chain. The book notes that materials that can be crystallized from strong solvents reveal morphology similar to that of commercial polymers, which are different from that of polypeptides or proteins in native tissue. The text explains the basis of infrared and Raman spectroscopy in probing molecular structure and conformation of biological macromolecules. The investigator can also employ nuclear magnetic resonance and dielectric relaxation for conformation in physical organic chemistry, outside of biological macromolecule applications. The book can prove helpful for researchers in ultra-trace analysis, polymer research, and analytical chemistry.

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Elsevier

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0323144470

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9780323144476

John Howard Yoder

Radical Theologian

By: Earl Zimmerman,Zachary J. Walton,Gerald J. Mast,Ted Grimsrud

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John Howard Yoder

Radical Theologian

By: Earl Zimmerman,Zachary J. Walton,Gerald J. Mast,Ted Grimsrud

This book argues that for John Howard Yoder both theology (in particular Christology) and ethics are expressions of the meaning of the narrative of Jesus. All such statements are relative to a particular context, which means that theology and ethics are always subject to reaching back to the narrative in order to restate the meaning in new and ever-changing contexts. This methodology is visible in Yoder's Preface to Theology, which has been little used in most treatments of Yoder's thought. Yoder has been characterized as standing on Nicene orthodoxy, criticized for rejecting Nicene orthodoxy, called heterodox, and designated a postmodern thinker to be interpreted in terms of other such thinkers. None of these characterizations adequately locates the basis of his methodology in the narrative of Jesus. Thus John Howard Yoder: Radical Theologian aims to go beyond or to supersede existing treatments with its demonstration that Yoder is a radical theologian in the historical meaning of radical--that is, as one who returns to the root. For Christian faith, this root is Jesus Christ. Parts II and III of the book explore the sources of Yoder's approach, and its application in several contemporary contexts.

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Wipf and Stock Publishers

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1625645856

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9781625645852

Single Best Answer Questions for the Final FFICM

By: Keith Davies,Christopher Gough,Emma King,Benjamin Walton,Benjamin Plumb

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Single Best Answer Questions for the Final FFICM

By: Keith Davies,Christopher Gough,Emma King,Benjamin Walton,Benjamin Plumb

Containing 240 practice questions, this is the first dedicated study resource for the SBA component of the Final FFICM examination.

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Cambridge University Press

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1107549302

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The Human Right to Citizenship

A Slippery Concept

By: Rhoda E. Howard-Hassmann,Margaret Walton-Roberts

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The Human Right to Citizenship

A Slippery Concept

By: Rhoda E. Howard-Hassmann,Margaret Walton-Roberts

The Human Right to Citizenship provides an accessible overview of citizenship around the globe, focusing on empirical cases of denied or weakened legal rights. This wide-ranging volume provides a theoretical framework to understand the particular ambiguities, paradoxes, and evolutions of citizenship regimes in the twenty-first century.

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University of Pennsylvania Press

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0812247175

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9780812247176

Explorer's Guide Sarasota, Sanibel Island & Naples: A Great Destination (Sixth Edition)

By: Chelle Koster-Walton

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Explorer's Guide Sarasota, Sanibel Island & Naples: A Great Destination (Sixth Edition)

By: Chelle Koster-Walton

Gain an insider’s vantage point on this exceptional part of the Florida coast. Whether Charlotte Harbor’s wild shorelines and preserved estuaries, or Sarasota’s historic culture sweetened by sugar magnates, travelers have an in-depth look on the environment, history, and culture of this beautiful stretch of coastline. Now in its 6th fully updated edition, this guide gives visitors and locals access to the best of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Do it all, from the fabled “Sanibel stoop” for collecting seashells to dining in the finest five-star bistros. The author’s deep local knowledge again provides the most reliable info available to this paradise.

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The Countryman Press

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1581577346

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9781581577341

Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary

By: John H. Walton

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Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary

By: John H. Walton

This series brings to life the world of the Old Testament through informative entries and full-color photos and graphics. Here readers find the premier commentary set for connecting with the historical and cultural context of the Old Testament.

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