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100 Years of Archaeology at the University of Michigan: Essays on the Past, Present, and Future of the Discipline (Anthropological Papers Series #101)
by Brian A. Stewart Robin A. Beck Tiffany C. Fryer Michael L. Galaty Raven Garvey Hannah Hoover John O’Shea Alicia Ventresca-MillerThe University of Michigan has been at the forefront of archaeological research for more than 100 years, since 1922, when the Museum of Anthropology (now the Museum of Anthropological Archaeology) was established on the Ann Arbor campus. The goal of its curators for many decades was to create a research and teaching program that emphasized methodological rigor in the analysis of archaeological materials, attempting to solve grand questions about human behavior through fieldwork, collections, and laboratory work. About fifty years ago, the Museum's emphasis shifted to developing archaeological theory when a new generation of curators with processualist leanings made Ann Arbor a testing ground for the so-called New Archaeology. Now, archaeology stands at a crossroads. Some archaeologists refer to the death of archaeological theory. Others stake out opposed camps of generalists and particularists. At U-M, as at many other universities, the past decade has seen a new commitment to collaborative archaeology, working with descendant communities and acknowledging the discipline's roots in colonialism and extraction. In 2022, to celebrate a century of existence, the University of Michigan Museum of Anthropological Archaeology (UMMAA) hosted an international conference to explore possibilities for a middle way: an archaeology for the next 100 years, combining humanistic and scientific approaches, which allows for both agents and systems, description and explanation, science and heritage. This volume is meant to be a snapshot of that conference and this moment in the development of the discipline. Included are most of the papers and posters presented, as well as photographs of the panels and the proceedings.
100 Years of Baseball on St. Petersburg's Waterfront: How the Game Helped Shape a City (Sports)
by Rick VaughnStep onto the field and bear witness to baseball's outsized impact on Florida's Sunshine City.
100 Years of Civil Aviation: A History from the 1919 Paris Convention to Retiring the Jumbo Jet
by Ben SkipperAn examination of civil aviation history from the end of World War I to the retiring of the Jumbo Jet. The book examines a century of civil aviation; in 1919 a fledgling industry was born out of civilianizing First World War bombers. The book covers the design and development of civil aircraft and all the personalities that shaped the industry; it features the hay-day of air travel before the advent of mass passenger transit, and the rise of smaller, austerity airlines. It covers the influence of military aircraft on civil planes, unpacks the laws that govern civil aviation and how they have changed over the past century. It chronicles air disasters, both mechanical and tyrannical, and for the first time, looks at the role of women in civil aviation. Playing its part in times of crisis, civil aviation has led rescue missions and covert operations; civilian pilots were often used to test and transport new aircraft from their manufacturers to the frontline, often unarmed and unescorted. The book ends with the quiet retirement of an icon, amid a global pandemic and what lies in store for a greener flying future.
100 years of European Philosophy Since the Great War: Crisis and Reconfigurations (Philosophical Studies in Contemporary Culture #25)
by Matthew Sharpe Jack Reynolds Rory JeffsThis book is a collection of specifically commissioned articles on the key continental European philosophical movements since 1914. It shows how each of these bodies of thought has been shaped by their responses to the horrors set in train by World War I, and considers whether we are yet 'post-post-war'. The outbreak of World War I in August 1914,set in chain a series of crises and re-configurations, which have continued to shape the world for a century: industrialized slaughter, the end of colonialism and European empires, the rise of the USA, economic crises, fascism, Soviet Marxism, the gulags and the Shoah. Nearly all of the major movements in European thinking (phenomenology, psychoanalysis, Hegelianism, Marxism, political theology, critical theory and neoliberalism) were forged in, or shaped by, attempts to come to terms with the global trauma of the World Wars. This is the first book to describe the development of these movements after World War I, and as such promises to be of interest to philosophers and historians of philosophy around the world.
100 Years of Fundamental Theoretical Physics in the Palm of Your Hand: Integrated Technical Treatment
by E. B. ManoukianThis book aims to integrate, in a pedagogical and technical manner, with detailed derivations, all essential principles of fundamental theoretical physics as developed over the past 100 years. It covers:Quantum physics and Stability Problems in the Quantum World, Minkowski Spacetime PhysicsParticle Classifications and Underlying Symmetries, Symmetry Violations, Quantum Field Theory of Particle Interactions, Higgs Field Physics, Supersymmetry: A Theory with Mathematical BeautySuperstrings, Gravity and Supergravity, General Relativity Predictions, including Frame Dragging, Intricacies of Black Hole Physics, Perturbative and Non-perturbative Quantum GravityIntricacies of Modern Cosmology, including Inflation and Power Spectrum If you are in the process of learning, or are lecturing on, any of the subjects above, then this is your book - irrespective of your specialty.With over-specialization and no time to master all the fields given above, students, and perhaps many physicists, may find it difficult to keep up with all the exciting developments going on, and are even less familiar with their underlying technicalities: e.g. they might have heard that the Universe is 13.8 billion years old, but have no idea on how this number is actually computed.This unique book will be of great value to graduate students, instructors and researchers interested in the intricacies and derivations of the many aspects of modern fundamental theoretical physics. And, although a graduate level book, some chapters may also be suitable for advanced undergraduates in their final year.
100 Years of NCVO and Voluntary Action: Idealists and Realists
by Justin Davis SmithThis book explores the rich history of voluntary action in the United Kingdom over the past 100 years, through the lens of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), which celebrates its centenary in 2019. From its establishment at the end of the First World War, through the creation of the Welfare State in the middle of the twentieth century, to New Labour and the Big Society at the beginning of this century, NCVO has been at the forefront of major developments within society and the voluntary movement. The book examines its many successes, including its role in establishing high-profile charities such as Age Concern, the Youth Hostels Association, and National Association of Citizens’ Advice Bureaux. It charts the development of closer relations with the state, resulting in growing awareness of the value of voluntary action, increased funding, and beneficial changes to public policy, tax and charity law. But it also explores the criticisms NCVO has faced, in particular that by pursuing a partnership agenda and championing professionalisation, it has contributed to an erosion of the movement’s independence and distinctiveness.
100 Years of Planetaria: 100 Stories of People, Places, and Devices (Springer Praxis Books)
by Matthew McMahon Pedro M. P. Raposo Mike Smail Katherine Boyce-JacinoThis book marks the centenary of the remarkable invention of an opto-mechanical planetarium projector, the Zeiss Mk I. In May 1925, the first public planetarium opened at the Deutsches Museum in Munich. In the ensuing decades, this invention spread all over the world, becoming an integral part of modern life. The book presents a global narrative of the modern planetarium and its history through a selection of 100 objects and their stories. Written by a varied international group of contributors including planetarium professionals, scientists, historians, and other experts, these object stories highlight major developments in planetaria as they relate to advances in astronomy and space science as well as changes in society and culture at large. The objects featured in this book show how planetaria gained a central place in modern life at the intersection between science, education, art, and entertainment. They also connect the reader with the diverse people whohave made the modern planetarium a reality and continue to pave the way for its future - be they planetarium staff, scientists, architects, artists, engineers, educators, or planetarium visitors.
100 Years of Radar
by Gaspare GalatiThis book offers fascinating insights into the key technical and scientific developments in the history of radar, from the first patent, taken out by Hülsmeyer in 1904, through to the present day. Landmark events are highlighted and fascinating insights provided into the exceptional people who made possible the progress in the field, including the scientists and technologists who worked independently and under strict secrecy in various countries across the world in the 1930s and the big businessmen who played an important role after World War II. The book encourages multiple levels of reading. The author is a leading radar researcher who is ideally placed to offer a technical/scientific perspective as well as a historical one. He has taken care to structure and write the book in such a way as to appeal to both non-specialists and experts. The book is not sponsored by any company or body, either formally or informally, and is therefore entirely unbiased. The text is enriched by approximately three hundred images, most of which are original and have been accessed by detailed searches in the archives.
100 Years of Radio in South Africa, Volume 1: South African Radio Stations and Broadcasters Then & Now
by Sisanda Nkoala Gilbert MotsaathebeThe book brings together media scholars and practitioners to deliberate on the role and influence of radio broadcasting in South Africa over the past 100 years. The publication will add to the existing body of knowledge on radio in this context by being among one of the few to consider radio broadcasting in South Africa. Essentially, the book will make a distinct contribution by providing the following: a historical account of the development of the sector, an in-depth look at some of the key people and institutions that have shaped the sector, and a critique of the medium’s role in community-building and culture making among others. While the book will provide relevant theoretical frameworks, it also aims to include the voices of media practitioners who can reflect on the importance of this medium from a more realistic perspective. Volume 1 focuses on South African radio stations and broadcasters in the past and present.
100 Years of Radio in South Africa, Volume 2: Community Radio, Digital Radio and the Future of Radio in South Africa
by Sisanda Nkoala Gilbert MotsaathebeThe book brings together media scholars and practitioners to deliberate on the role and influence of radio broadcasting in South Africa over the past 100 years. The publication will add to the existing body of knowledge on radio in this context by being among one of the few to consider radio broadcasting in South Africa. Essentially, the book will make a distinct contribution focusing on a critique of the medium’s role in community-building and culture making among others. While the book will provide relevant theoretical frameworks, it also aims to include the voices of media practitioners who can reflect on the importance of this medium from a more realistic perspective. Volume 2 focuses on the impact of digitization on radio in South Africa, and considers the future of radio in South Africa.
100 Years of Solitude (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series)
by SparkNotes100 Years of Solitude (SparkNotes Literature Guide) by Gabriel García Márquez Making the reading experience fun! Each SparkNote gives you just what you need to succeed in school with:*Summaries of every chapter and thorough Analysis *Explanation of the key Themes, Motifs, and Symbols *Detailed Character Analysis *Key Facts about the Work *Author's Historical Context *Identification and explanation of Important Quotations *A 25-question review Quiz, Study Questions and Essay Topics to help you prepare for papers and testsGet your A in Gear with SparkNotes
100 Years of Superconductivity
by Horst Rogalla and Peter H. KesEven a hundred years after its discovery, superconductivity continues to bring us new surprises, from superconducting magnets used in MRI to quantum detectors in electronics. 100 Years of Superconductivity presents a comprehensive collection of topics on nearly all the subdisciplines of superconductivity. Tracing the historical developments in supe
100 Years of the Detroit Historical Society
by Joel Stone Detroit Historical SocietySince its founding in 1921, the Detroit Historical Society (DHS) has been dedicated to safeguarding the history of our region so that current and future generations of metro Detroiters can better understand the people, places, and events that helped shape our lives. 100 Years of the Detroit Historical Society, written by senior curator Joel Stone, captures in words and photographs the little-known story of the people who have been telling Detroit’s stories and preserving its material culture for the last century. 100 Years of the Detroit Historical Society leads in a chronological manner through four distinct phases—each with its own successes and failures—with a nod to the future direction of the DHS. Stone begins by laying a foundation of the city’s history and describing the era that prompted the organization’s founding—first intended as support for the Burton Historical Collection, then as stewards of a growing artifact collection in a "cabinet of curiosities." DHS became the primary support organization for a new municipally owned and managed historical department, resulting in multiple facilities and storytelling capabilities. Later, changing social and fiscal priorities prompted the DHS and its partners to adopt new strategies for interpretation, funding, outreach, and inclusion. Eventually, the DHS would assume stewardship of the Detroit Historical Museum and Dossin Great Lakes Museum, bringing new momentum to regional public history. It is important to note the truism that historical museums and archives can be poor caretakers of their own history. The DHS’s history was intertwined with a municipal department for so long that they actually have two histories that are only roughly preserved. Research for this volume has woven many disparate details into a cogent tapestry that is easily digested by museum professionals and visitors alike. It is a fascinating tale that reflects the pride Detroiters have in their city and shows trends in historical preservation and organizational structures across North America.
100 Years of the IPA: The Centenary History of the International Psychoanalytical Association 1910-2010: Evolution and Change
by Peter LoewenbergThis book offers a close glimpse of the nuanced dialectic between major psychoanalytic concepts and the sociopolitical environments in which such ideas were germinated, spread, took roots, and further evolved.
100 Years of Women's Suffrage: A University of Illinois Press Anthology
by Dawn Durante100 Years of Women’s Suffrage commemorates the centennial of the Nineteenth Amendment by bringing together essential scholarship on the suffrage movement and women's voting previously published by the University of Illinois Press. With an original introduction by Nancy A. Hewitt, the selections illuminate the lives and work of key figures while uncovering the endeavors of all women—across lines of gender, race, class, religion, and ethnicity—to gain, and use, the vote. Beginning with works that focus on cultural and political suffrage battles, the chapters then look past 1920 to look at how women won, wielded, and continue to fight for access to the ballot. A curation of important scholarship on a pivotal historical moment, 100 Years of Women’s Suffrage captures the complex and enduring struggle for fair and equal voting rights. Contributors: Laura L. Behling, Erin Cassese, Mary Chapman, M. Margaret Conway, Carolyn Daniels, Bonnie Thornton Dill, Ellen Carol DuBois, Julie A. Gallagher, Barbara Green, Nancy A. Hewitt, Leonie Huddy, Kimberly Jensen, Mary-Kate Lizotte, Lady Constance Lytton, and Andrea Radke-Moss
100 Years of World Wars and Post-War Regional Collaboration
by Kumiko Haba Alfredo Canavero Satoshi MizobataThis book is about the 100 years of World Wars and Regional Collaboration in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, investigating and considering how to foster Good Governance and New World Order. The world is currently at the historical turning point. The twentieth century witnessed two World Wars (WWI and WWII), followed by the Cold War that dominated geopolitics. Amidst the post-war devastation, the European Community, soon succeeded by the European Union, came into being. Peaceful governance was nurtured by building economic collaboration and institutions and by establishing liberalism, democracy and the rule of law. In Asia, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) also pursued regional governance after WWII, but in East Asia, the American Divide and Rule policy is continuing until now by the influence of China, North Korea and Russia. In the contemporary world in the twenty-first century, a new nationalism, Populism and Authoritarianism are spreading. At the same time, a wave of rapid economic growth is occurring in developing countries, especially in China and India. Destabilization is spreading in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia concurrently with the search for “Democratization”. <p><p> Through the two World Wars and the Cold War which originated in 100 years of the twentieth century, what types of regional institutions and governance have been developed to avoid endless wars and conflicts? In this book, it is examined, what kind of order is necessary to stabilize the regions from conflicts and wars in both Europe and Asia. The themes of the Tokyo Conferences and the Kyoto Conference by SCJ (Science Council of Japan) in December 2020, were investigated and clarified, how the countries that were caught up in global wars have considered regional coexistence in each period, and how to establish peace, stability, and prosperity by means of new institutionalizations, norms and the rule of law. The aim of the authors is to examine and discuss How to create New World Order, Regional Collaborations and Good Governance in the historical power transition period. This book can inspire many scholars and young researchers to join in discussing how to create New World Order in the twenty-first century, from the midst of the unstable situations of the global geopolitics.
100 Years of World Wars and Post-War Regional Collaboration: How to Create 'New World Order'?
by Kumiko Haba Alfredo Canavero Satoshi MizobataThis book is about the 100 years of World Wars and Regional Collaboration in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, investigating and considering how to foster Good Governance and New World Order. The world is currently at the historical turning point. The twentieth century witnessed two World Wars (WWI and WWII), followed by the Cold War that dominated geopolitics. Amidst the post-war devastation, the European Community, soon succeeded by the European Union, came into being. Peaceful governance was nurtured by building economic collaboration and institutions and by establishing liberalism, democracy and the rule of law. In Asia, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) also pursued regional governance after WWII, but in East Asia, the American Divide and Rule policy is continuing until now by the influence of China, North Korea and Russia. In the contemporary world in the twenty-first century, a new nationalism, Populism and Authoritarianism are spreading. At the same time, a wave of rapid economic growth is occurring in developing countries, especially in China and India. Destabilization is spreading in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia concurrently with the search for “Democratization”. Through the two World Wars and the Cold War which originated in 100 years of the twentieth century, what types of regional institutions and governance have been developed to avoid endless wars and conflicts? In this book, it is examined, what kind of order is necessary to stabilize the regions from conflicts and wars in both Europe and Asia. The themes of the Tokyo Conferences and the Kyoto Conference by SCJ (Science Council of Japan) in December 2020, were investigated and clarified, how the countries that were caught up in global wars have considered regional coexistence in each period, and how to establish peace, stability, and prosperity by means of new institutionalizations, norms and the rule of law. The aim of the authors is to examine and discuss How to create New World Order, Regional Collaborations and Good Governance in the historical power transition period. This book can inspire many scholars and young researchers to join in discussing how to create New World Order in the twenty-first century, from the midst of the unstable situations of the global geopolitics.
100 Yoga Activities for Children: Easy-to-Follow Poses and Meditation for the Whole Family
by Shobana R. VinayFun and healthy yoga exercises for kids and adults.Many children do not instinctively understand the importance of relaxation and meditation. It can be a difficult concept to grasp for someone at a young age. Yoga can be an accessible and fun way for children to learn the advantages of de-stressing and relaxing. By starting yoga early, your children will develop their natural flexibility and balance while simultaneously releasing mental and physical tension. With the fun activities featured in this book, learn one hundred ways to introduce them to this healthy exercise, which could develop into a lifelong practice.Included in this book are sections discussing: Relaxation Meditation Breathing Mudras (Sanskrit for "gesture” or "attitude”) Standing and sitting postures Elongated postures Games incorporating yogaAdditionally, 100 Yoga Activities for Kids features full-color illustrations and diagrams on every page to aid in the explanation and instruction of each pose. Discover the amazing benefits of these elaborate and simple postures, and explore a fun and healthy activity to share together.
100 zumos para cuidar tu salud: 100 recetas naturales para estimular tu cuerpo y tu mente
by Sarah OwenLas 100 mejores recetas de zumos para estimular el cuerpo y la mente. ¿Sabías que algo tan sencillo como tomarse un zumo recién exprimido o prepararse un batido energético es suficiente para obtener todas las vitaminas, minerales, antioxidantes y nutrientes esenciales que necesitamos para sentirnos bien y tener un aspecto fantástico? Este libro nos propone un centenar de recetas de zumos naturales, de preparación sencilla y rápida, que son especialmente apropiados para potenciar nuestro sistema inmunitario, aportarnos energía, combatir el envejecimiento y paliar algunas de las dolencias más comunes como las alergias, la anemia, el estrés o el insomnio. Los ingredientes frescos y sabrosos nos ayudarán a comer mejor hoy para disfrutar de un mañana más sano.
1000 Animal Words: Build Animal Vocabulary and Literacy Skills (Vocabulary Builders)
by DKThis fun and busy picture book helps children build up a vocabulary of more than 1000 words about the lives of animals around the world.Discover key concepts about wildlife and the natural world in this exciting animal picture book! Children can build their vocabulary and literacy skills as they learn about animals from all around the world.1000 Animal Words features picture-packed pages full of fascinating topics, such as how animals protect themselves, their daily routines, and how species have adapted to different environments. Each topic includes questions that ask children to find things on the page or that stimulate thinking, talking, and reading comprehension skills. This animal book is packed with lots of useful nouns, interesting adjectives and common verbs related to wildlife around the world, broadening children&’s vocabulary and strengthening their early reading skills.This engaging vocabulary book for children aged 5-7 features: - A comprehensive range of animal topics – from classifications and physical characteristics, to daily life and animal defences.- Lots of useful nouns, adjectives, and verbs, as well as questions that build language and stimulate thinking and imagination.- Picture-packed pages combining photography and illustrations, with fun things to spot on each page.Written by award-winning science teacher Jules Pottle, 1000 Animal Words clearly labels each picture, which encourages picture-and-word association and helps early reading. This fun and educational picture word book for pre-readers is a must-have first reference title for parents and guardians who are keen to develop their child&’s language and literacy skills, and nurture a love of animals and the environment.
1000 anos de alegrias e tristezas: Memórias
by Ai WeiweiAS MEMÓRIAS DE AI WEIWEI, UM DOS MAIS IMPORTANTES ARTISTAS E ATIVISTAS DA ACTUALIDADE Ambicioso e intimista, 1000 ANOS DE ALEGRIAS E TRISTEZAS oferece-nos um conhecimento profundo das várias forças que fizeram da China o que ela é hoje e é, ao mesmo tempo, um alerta para a necessidade urgente de proteger a liberdade de expressão. Em 1000 ANOS DE ALEGRIAS E TRISTEZAS, Ai Weiwei oferece-nos uma descrição impressionante da China dos últimos 1000 anos ao mesmo tempo que reflecte sobre o seu processo artístico. Além de explorar as origens da sua criatividade fora de série e das suas apaixonadas convicções políticas, Weiwei revela ainda a história do seu pai, Ai Qing, outrora o poeta mais influente da China e companheiro próximo e íntimo de Mao Tsé-Tung. Durante a Revolução Cultural Chinesa, Ai Qing foi considerado de direita e condenado a trabalhos forçados. Toda a sua família, incluindo o filho, foi desterrada para uma parte remota e desolada do país a que chamavam «Pequena Sibéria». Nas suas memórias, Weiwei descreve uma infância no exílio e conta-nos a difícil decisão de abandonar a família para ir estudar Arte nos Estados Unidos, onde se tornou amigo de Allen Ginsberg e encontrou em Marcel Duchamp e Andy Warhol uma inspiração. Com honestidade e sageza, descreve o seu regresso à China e a sua ascensão de artista desconhecido a estrela da cena artística internacional e activista pelos direitos humanos - sem esquecer a forma como o seu trabalho tem sido moldado pela vivência sob um regime totalitário. As esculturas e instalações de Ai Weiwei já foram vistas por milhões de pessoas em todo o mundo e um dos seus feitos arquitectónicos inclui a sua contribuição no desenho do Estádio Olímpico "Ninho de Pássaro", em Pequim. O seu activismo político pô-lo desde cedo na mira das autoridades chineses, o que culminou numa detenção secreta em 2011 e que viria a terminar, ao fim de alguns meses, numa libertação sem qualquer queixa formal apresentada. Ambicioso e intimista, 1000 ANOS DE ALEGRIAS E TRISTEZAS oferece-nos um conhecimento profundo das várias forças que fizeram da China o que ela é hoje e é, ao mesmo tempo, um alerta para a necessidade urgente de proteger a liberdade de expressão.
1000 años de alegrías y penas: Memorias
by Ai WeiweiUna historia épica de China contada por un testigo excepcional, pero también un maravilloso relato que ilustra el poder del arte para generar cambios y la urgente necesidad de proteger la libertad de expresión. Ai Weiwei es uno de los artistas más famosos del mundo, un creador que rebasa los límites del mundo del arte y ha logrado ser un fenómeno social, un valiente activista y un apasionado defensor de la libertad de expresión. En estas memorias rastrea por primera vez los orígenes de su excepcional creatividad y sus ideas políticas, y explora con lucidez y agudeza la multitud de fuerzas que han dado forma a la China moderna; un ejercicio que además traza una extraordinaria historia del país durante los últimos cien años. Las esculturas e instalaciones de Weiwei son admiradas en todo el mundo, y sus logros arquitectónicos incluyen la participación en el diseño del icónico Estadio Nacional de Pekín. No obstante, su disidencia lo ha convertido durante mucho tiempo en un objetivo de las autoridades chinas, lo que dio lugar a una aterradora detención secreta en 2011. Su padre, Ai Qing, uno de los poetas chinos más célebres del siglo XX y en su día amigo íntimo de Mao Zedong, fue calificado de derechista durante la Revolución Cultural, y él y su familia fueron desterrados a un lugar desolado conocido como «la Pequeña Siberia», donde fue condenado a trabajos forzados limpiando baños públicos. El artista relata su infancia en el exilio y la difícil decisión de dejar a su familia para estudiar arte en Estados Unidos, donde trabó amistad con Allen Ginsberg y se inspiró en Andy Warhol. Con franqueza e ingenio, detalla su regreso a China y su ascenso de figura anónima a superestrella del mundo del arte. La crítica ha dicho...«Unas memorias que se elevan por encima de la historia para alcanzar los límites del alma. Un notable testimonio sobre el eterno poder de la verdad simple y audaz, que subraya que, cuando no tiene el valor de decirla, un artista es un mero decorador y un ciudadano es un súbdito.»Edward Snowden «Uno de los mejores artistas vivos del mundo. Su obra, imprevisible e inmensamente personal, siempre invita a la reflexión.»Elton John «Con una humanidad fuera de lo común, una erudición humilde y una intimidad conmovedora, relata una vida de coraje, polémica, triunfos y derrotas. Con cierta ironía y humor, ha escrito una obra maestra elegante y exquisitamente seria sobre su China, que es en realidad un libro sobre nuestro mundo. Una de las grandes voces de nuestro tiempo.»Andrew Solomon «El libro ofrece una imagen clara -que por momentos recuerda a Kafka y Solzhenitsyn- de varias décadas de la historia de China y de los terribles costes del régimen autoritario. Un apasionado testimonio que da fe del poder duradero del arte para desafiar al Estado y al statu quo, para afirmar verdades esenciales e inconvenientes, y para reivindicar la necesidad de imaginación y voluntad frente a la represión.»Michiko Kakutani «Estas memorias íntimas e inquebrantables son un clásico instantáneo en la literatura sobre el ascenso de China, una protesta contra la destrucción de la memoria y un glorioso testamento del poder de la libertad de expresión. Este libro dice tanto sobre el futuro como sobre el pasado.»Evan Osnos
1000 Best Bartender Recipes: The Essential Collection for the Best Home Bars and Mixologists (1000 Best)
by Suzi ParkerGo from amateur to expert in no time!For anyone looking to serve the perfect classic cocktail, or infuse a little tropical sun into your backyard BBQ, bartender extraordinaire Suzi Parker is here to show you the ropes. This must-have reference book covers all occasions, and is clearly written with a just a twist of humor, and includes information on:101 shot recipes for the perpetually 21Over 100 festive drinks for your next beach front luau, Christmas party, or 4th of July fireworksSipping the martinis, cosmopolitans, and whiskies of pop-cultural icons, such as Frank Sinatra, James Bond, or Carrie BradshawThe tools of the trade and essential ingredients for every bartenderFrom the tried-and-true classics you know to exotic new drinks you'll love, 1000 Best Bartender Recipes is the ultimate guide for making your home bar dreams true, and the perfect gift for any budding mixologist.
1000 Best Tips for ADHD
by Susan AshleyQuick, easy to read and easy to put into action, 1000 Best Tips for ADHD allows readers to browse by each specific challenge so that they can minimize their search time and find the answers they need right now. Because no two children with ADHD are alike, Dr. Ashley presents more than the usual one-solution-fits-all approach in this book. With a multitude of options and solutions for every question, parents can find the one that is best suited for their child.
1000 Bilingual Words: Build vocabulary and literacy skills (Vocabulary Builders)
by DKThis exciting collection of 1,000 words will broaden young children's vocabulary, and strengthen their early reading and writing skills.Arranged thematically, topics include Me and My Family, Animals, How We Look and Feel, Around the World, and I know... Colors, Shapes, Numbers, Weather, and Seasons. There are also four "story style" spreads that tell a simple narrative and inspire storytelling skills: for example, All in a Day is about a young child's typical day, and "If I Were a Pet" looks at a dog, cat, rabbit, fish, and pony, and imagines what these different animals might like to do.The book is packed with clearly labeled pictures, encouraging picture-and-word association, which helps early reading, and every page features short sentences for children to finish that reinforce grammar and encourage early writing skills. The words have been chosen with the help of a leading educational consultant, Penny Coltman, and include a combination of useful and imaginative nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.Young children will be amazed and delighted by all the fascinating real-world photos, things to spot, entertaining artworks to talk about, and incredibly useful words! This fun and educational picture word book is a must-have first reference title for parents who are keen to develop their child's language and literacy skills.Fomente el lenguaje y la lectoescritura de los niños con este entretenido libro de palabras lleno de ilustraciones. Repleto de sustantivos útiles, además de algunos verbos y adjetivos: hay muchas cosas por descubrir en cada página y una gran variedad de temas interesantes, como, por ejemplo, Animales salvajes, En qué trabajan las personas, La hora de los cuentos, En la granja o Colores, formas y números. Contiene cinco cuentos sencillos y entretenidos que presentan más palabras útiles y ayudan a adquirir las primeras habilidades narrativas.