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Italy’s Contemporary Politics (Europa Introduction to...)
by James L. NewellIn early 2020 Italy was a country whose political parties stood as significant obstacles in the way of resolution of its social and economic problems. The purpose of this book is to help the reader to understand how Italian politics had reached this point. It does this by tracing the most significant processes of political, economic and social change to have marked Italian history in recent years back to their roots in the Italian political system as it emerged at the end of the Second World War. Starting with the restoration of democracy, the volume discusses the post-war party system and how it came under increasing pressure from the mid-1970s. From there it discusses the political upheavals of the early 1990s and the transformations they led to, the rise and fall of Silvio Berlusconi, and the watershed election of 2018. In short, the book provides a narrative. Narratives tell us who we are, where we have come from, where we are now and where we are going. Without them, we cannot make sense of the world. At the end of this narrative, if it has done its job properly, Italian politics and current affairs should ‘make sense’ if before they seemed confusing.
It's a Boy: The Perfect Gift for Parents of a Newborn Baby Son
by Summersdale PublishersCongratulations!It’s a beautiful baby boy! You’re at the beginning of an incredible adventure together, and you’re in good company – parents across the ages have captured this experience in memorable words. Discover some of the finest expressions of love and wisdom in this little book of quotations to celebrate the arrival of your amazing son.
It's a Boy: The Perfect Gift for Parents of a Newborn Baby Son
by Summersdale PublishersCongratulations!It’s a beautiful baby boy! You’re at the beginning of an incredible adventure together, and you’re in good company – parents across the ages have captured this experience in memorable words. Discover some of the finest expressions of love and wisdom in this little book of quotations to celebrate the arrival of your amazing son.
It's a Girl: The Perfect Gift for Parents of a Newborn Baby Daughter
by Summersdale PublishersCongratulations!It’s a beautiful baby girl! You’re at the start of an amazing adventure together, and you’re in good company – over the years, many parents have captured this experience in memorable words. Discover some of the best expressions of wisdom and love in this little book of quotations to celebrate the arrival of your darling daughter.
It's a Girl: The Perfect Gift for Parents of a Newborn Baby Daughter
by Summersdale PublishersCongratulations!It’s a beautiful baby girl! You’re at the start of an amazing adventure together, and you’re in good company – over the years, many parents have captured this experience in memorable words. Discover some of the best expressions of wisdom and love in this little book of quotations to celebrate the arrival of your darling daughter.
It's All About the Dress
by Randy FenoliEvery bride wants to feel beautiful and wants to have her dress express the essence of who she is. Now choosing the perfect thing to wear on that special day is easier than ever! Drawing on his experience as fashion director at Kleinfeld Bridal, Randy Fenoli has written a guidebook bursting with insights and inspiration for helping brides-to-be determine what story they want their dress to tell. IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DRESS covers:-Suggestions on flattering cuts, fabrics, and styles for every body type-Price ranges and budget-Trains, veils, headpieces, undergarments, and accessories-Insider secrets on managing the bridal dress appointment-Options for bridesmaids, mother of the bride, and more!Featuring 100 inspiring photos plus invaluable tips on how to deal with bridal dress 911's, IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DRESS is the ultimate sourcebook no bride-to-be should say "I do" without!
It's All Relative: Adventures Up and Down the World’s Family Tree
by A.J. JacobsA.J. Jacobs has received some strange emails over the years, but this note was perhaps the strangest: &“You don&’t know me, but I&’m your eighth cousin. And we have over 80,000 relatives of yours in our database.&” And so begins A.J. Jacobs&’s quest to build the biggest family tree in history. In an era of us-versus-them thinking, this book is a hilarious, heartfelt and profound exploration of what binds us all – where family begins, how far it goes, and the science that is revolutionizing the way we think about ethnicity, history and the human species. This book is about A.J. Jacobs&’s family. But it&’s also about your family. Because it is the same family.
It's All Your Fault: How to Make It as a Hollywood Assistant
by Ceridwen Morris Bill RobinsonAn Essential Guide to Landing -- and Keeping -- Your first Hollywood Job A position as an assistant to a producer, agent, director, studio executive, or star can be the path to a fabulous career -- or a one-way ticket to hell. How can the aspiring Hollywood assistant quickly learn the inside track to success while avoiding the land mines? It's All Your Fault is the answer. Written by two former Hollywood assistants who've been there and done that, It's All Your Fault is bursting with hard-earned advice, from figuring out who's who and who isn't to sex, drugs, and other work-related issues. Filled with outrageous anecdotes and countless celebrity stories, It's All Your Fault proves an indispensable addition to the nightstand of every wannabe Hollywood mover and shaker.
It's All Your Fault
by Bill Robinson Ceridwen MorrisAn Essential Guide to Landing -- and Keeping -- Your first Hollywood Job A position as an assistant to a producer, agent, director, studio executive, or star can be the path to a fabulous career -- or a one-way ticket to hell. How can the aspiring Hollywood assistant quickly learn the inside track to success while avoiding the land mines? It's All Your Fault is the answer. Written by two former Hollywood assistants who've been there and done that, It's All Your Fault is bursting with hard-earned advice, from figuring out who's who and who isn't to sex, drugs, and other work-related issues. Filled with outrageous anecdotes and countless celebrity stories, It's All Your Fault proves an indispensable addition to the nightstand of every wannabe Hollywood mover and shaker.
It's Always Wine O'Clock: Quotes and Statements for Wine Lovers
by Summersdale PublishersPinot, Chardonnay, Merlot, Riesling… There are so many delicious wines to delight the nose and palate and so many occasions to celebrate them all. Whatever your favourite grape or vintage, dry or sweet, indulge your inner sommelier and raise a glass to the wonders of wine with this collection of quotes from the world’s wisest and wittiest drinkers.
It's Her Wedding But I'll Cry If I Want To: A Survival Guide for the Mother of the Bride
by Leslie MilkJust what every mother of the bride needs to help her deal with the emotional, logistical, and financial challenges of her daughter's big day!What premarital advice should a mother give the daughter who knows more about sex and stock portfolios than she does? Can the groom's step-grandparents march down the aisle as part of the wedding procession? How can a cousin get ordained on the Internet to perform the ceremony? This witty, brass-tacks survival manual for the 21st-century mother of the bride provides sharp, sensible answers to these and myriad other questions.Hilarious anecdotes and practical advice abound as the lifestyle editor for The Washingtonian shares wise counsel and helpful hints from a mom who's been there as well as chronicles some ill-fated nuptials (as a primer for what not to do). From deciphering the mysteries of wedding food to learning to understand florist-speak, from picking a suitable mother-of-the-bride outfit-without looking like a Red Hot Mama or, worse, your grandmother in lavender and lace-to keeping a sense of humor when some of what can go wrong does, this down-to-earth guide makes a perfect gift for every mother determined to give her daughter the wedding of her dreams.
It's... The Little Guide to Monty Python: ... And Now For Something Completely Different (The\little Book Of... Ser.)
by Orange Hippo!Made from the paper of the mightiest tree in a forest and cut to size with a herring, this Little Guide to Monty Python may be only-ever-so slightly bigger than one of Mr Creosote's wafer-sized mints, but it's packed with enough preposterous comedy power to keep Pythonites stuffed with laughter until breakfast.Monty Python, of course, do not require an introduction. Python are the UK's original legends of comedy; as influential as they are innovative, as incomparable as they are intelligent. For sixty years, their unique brand of ensemble silliness has travelled the world as much as Michael Palin's toothbrush, their legacy growing with each generation.This tiny time can barely contain the 185 or so classic quotes, one liners, character flaws and jokes that made the troupe so famous, all revealed in the profoundly preposterous wit, wisdom and words of the Pythons themselves.All together now... "Always look on the bright side of life..."'I always wanted to be an explorer, but it seemed I was doomed to be nothing more than a very silly person.' Michael Palin
It's... The Little Guide to Monty Python: ... And Now For Something Completely Different (The\little Book Of... Ser.)
by Orange Hippo!Made from the paper of the mightiest tree in a forest and cut to size with a herring, this Little Guide to Monty Python may be only-ever-so slightly bigger than one of Mr Creosote's wafer-sized mints, but it's packed with enough preposterous comedy power to keep Pythonites stuffed with laughter until breakfast.Monty Python, of course, do not require an introduction. Python are the UK's original legends of comedy; as influential as they are innovative, as incomparable as they are intelligent. For sixty years, their unique brand of ensemble silliness has travelled the world as much as Michael Palin's toothbrush, their legacy growing with each generation.This tiny time can barely contain the 185 or so classic quotes, one liners, character flaws and jokes that made the troupe so famous, all revealed in the profoundly preposterous wit, wisdom and words of the Pythons themselves.All together now... "Always look on the bright side of life..."'I always wanted to be an explorer, but it seemed I was doomed to be nothing more than a very silly person.' Michael Palin
It's The Little Things: Everyday Interactions That Anger, Annoy, And Divide The Races
by Lena Williams Charlayne Hunter-GaultNew York Times veteran Lena Williams candidly explores the everyday occurrences that strain racial relations, reaching a conclusion that "no one could disagree with" (The New York Times Book Review) <p><p> Although we no longer live in a legally segregated society, the division between blacks and whites never seems to go away. We work together, go to school together, and live near each other, but beneath it all there is a level of misunderstanding that breeds mistrust and a level of miscommunication that generates anger. Now in paperback, this is Lena Williams's honest look at the interactions between blacks and whites-the gestures, expressions, tones, and body language that keep us divided. <p> Frank, funny, and smart, It's the Little Things steps back from academia and takes a candid approach to race relations. Based on her own experiences as well as what she has learned from focus groups across the United States, Lena Williams does for race what Deborah Tannen did for gender. Finally, we have a book that traverses the color lines to help us understand, and eliminate, the alarmingly common interactions that get under the skin of both blacks and whites.
It's My Life Now: Starting Over After An Abusive Relationship Or Domestic Violence
by Meg Kennedy Dugan Roger R. HockWhile many books tell women how to get out of abusive relationships, until now, no book has addressed the emotional and practical needs of women who have left and are now to rebuild their lives. <P><P> It's My Life Now: Starting Over After an Abusive offers encouragement and practical advice to women who seek to repair their self-esteem, assess their safety, and move on to better lives. Written in reassuring language, this book is a compassionate and comprehensive guide through the healing for survivors and for the people who love them. It's My Life Now offers guidance and support to help women:<P> * Conquer emotional pain, confront feelings of loss, rebuild their self-esteem, and learn to love and trust again.<P> * Master the psychological conflicts of feelings of lingering love the abuser and the temptation to go back.<P> * Deal effectively with the practical considerations of a new life including care for children, financial matters, personal safety, and legal problems. <P> Filled with "self-exploration" exercises and activities for personal growth, It's My Life Now is an invaluable road map for women beginning the difficult, yet rewarding journey toward healing and happiness.
It's Not about Food
by Normandi Carol EmeryA revised and updated edition of the longstanding guide that has helped thousands struggling with emotional eating disorders. Based on the techniques used successfully by Beyond Hunger, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people overcome emotional eating disorders, It's Not About Food gives readers the practical advice and inspirational push they need to take care of their bodies, minds, and hearts and put an end to the roller coaster of dieting and binging. This new edition includes updated statistics, a new section on the challenges of obesity, and a range of new personal accounts from eating disorder survivors and advice from the authors' recent Beyond Hunger workshops.
It's Your Funeral!: Plan the Celebration of a Lifetime--Before It's Too Late
by Kathy BenjaminYou can&’t attend your own funeral. But you can have a blast planning it! Death is scary—but planning your funeral doesn't have to be! It's Your Funeral! will help demystify death, decrease your anxiety, and put the fun back in funeral, whether that means a drunken bacchanal or a somber reflection on just how great you were. Every stage of the legacy planning process is considered, from a burial outfit to a funeral theme. Practical and cheeky questions alike are answered, including: • What is the most eco-friendly burial method? • Can I write my own obituary? • Can my body be shot into space after I die? • How can I manage my digital legacy? Offering a plethora of curious facts, strange stories, and inspiration to help you think outside the coffin, It&’s Your Funeral! includes worksheets that will ensure your wishes are recorded for posterity. Planning for death should be the time of your life, so let&’s get started!
The Itty Bitty Guide to Tipping (Itty Bitty Guide Ser.)
by Carrie Rosten Stacie KrajchirWhat's the appropriate tip for service in a four-star restaurant? And what if the service is less than stellar? Do you tip the maids at a hotel you've stayed in for a week? What if the hotel is in Japan? The Itty Bitty Guide to Tipping clears up the confusion with straightforward guidance on who, how much, and when (or when not) to tip. From cab to casino, skycap to sommelier, barista to bellhop, all the tipping challenges are covered. The Going Abroad section covers tipping etiquette in foreign countries, and a special Walk on the Wild Side chapter offers insights on tipping at tattoo parlors, strip clubs, and more. Includes insider advice from waiters, hairdressers, and others, as well as a handy tip conversion table so anyone can tip with confidence and savvy.
The Ituraeans and the Roman Near East: Reassessing the Sources
by E. A. MyersThe Ituraeans, a little-known people of late first century BCE Syria/Palestine, are referred to briefly in a number of early texts, notably Pliny, Strabo and Josephus, and the principality of Ituraea is mentioned in Luke 3.1. There is, as yet, no consensus among archaeologists as to whether certain artefacts should be attributed to the Ituraeans or not. They form a mysterious backdrop to what we know of the area in the time of Jesus, which remains obstinately obscure despite the enormous amount of research in recent decades on the 'historical Jesus' and Greco-Roman Galilee. Through reference to the early texts, modern scholarship has contributed to a claim the Ituraeans were an Arab tribal group known mainly for their recurrent brigandage. Elaine Myers challenges these presuppositions and suggests a reappraisal of previous interpretations of these texts and the archaeological evidence to present a more balanced portrait of this ancient people.
Iutam
by Stephen Juhasz Peter EberhardThis volume presents the historical development of IUTAM, which began in Innsbruck in 1922 where the first IUTAM conference took place. These conferences have been held every four years with great success: the next will take place in Grenoble in 1988. This volume is dedicated to Professor Theodore von Karman (1881-1963), who has contributed greatly to the foundation of IUTAM.
The Ivory-Billed Woodpecker (Dover Birds Ser.)
by James T. TannerLong thought extinct, the elusive Ivory-billed Woodpecker was rediscovery in a remote region of Arkansas. This book is a fascinating and comprehensive study of the remarkable bird. It was originally published by the National Audubon Society in 1942 when the Ivory-bill's survival was in danger and only few of the species could still be found in the southern United States. It opens with a general description (explaining how to distinguish the Ivory-bill from its more commonly encountered cousin, the Pileated Woodpecker), and offers an extensive profile of the species' other characteristics and habits, including its original distribution patterns, the history of its disappearance, and its feeding, nesting, and breeding habits.
$ix-Figure Freelancing: The Writer's Guide to Making More Money
by Kelly James-EngerIs it possible to give up your nine to five job and make more money as a full-time freelancer? Absolutely. Six-Figure Freelancing shows writers how to make the most of the ballooning freelance industry by adopting a business-like approach to their craft, while offering insightful, first-hand advice to help maximize time and profit.* Includes worksheets and templates to assess and establish the best possible business strategy* Advice on time management and repurposing material for multiple markets, as well as how to gain a competitive edge in a growing marketFrom the Trade Paperback edition.
J.R.R. Tolkien Encyclopedia: Scholarship and Critical Assessment
by Michael D.C. DroutA detailed work of reference and scholarship, this one volume Encyclopedia includes discussions of all the fundamental issues in Tolkien scholarship written by the leading scholars in the field. Coverage not only presents the most recent scholarship on J. R. R. Tolkien, but also introduces and explores the author and scholar's life and work within their historical and cultural contexts. Tolkien's fiction and his sources of influence are examined along with his artistic and academic achievements- including his translations of medieval texts- teaching posts, linguistic works, and the languages he created. The 550 alphabetically arranged entries fall within the following categories of topics: adaptations; art and illustrations; characters in Tolkien's work; critical history and scholarship; influence of Tolkien; languages; biography; literary sources; literature; creatures and peoples of Middle-earth; objects in Tolkien's work; places in Tolkien's work; reception of Tolkien; medieval scholars; scholarship by Tolkien; medieval literature; stylistic elements; themes in Tolkien's works; Theological/ philosophical concepts and philosophers; Tolkien's contemporary history and culture; works of literature.
Jack and Scarlett: He's Got the Whole World in His Hands (Jack and Scarlett)
by Listener KidsFeaturing fun, cute, and oh-so-fluffy Listener Kids stars Jack and Scarlett, He's Got the Whole World in His Hands, an interactive board book for littles, is the perfect way to get kids thinking critically and engaged in this simple story about God's love and protection. He's Got the Whole World in His Hands is an interactive board book for kids featuring YouTube's Listener Kids stars Jack and Scarlett. Through interactive prompts, scripture, and a classic church song, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to join Jack the squirrel and Scarlett the bunny as they face their fears during a thunderstorm and learn to trust in the Lord.Jack and Scarlett: He's Got the Whole World in His Hands is perfect foractive toddlers and preschoolers who will love participating in the story,fans of the YouTube channel Listener Kids, praise music, or classic children's songs, andparents who are teaching their kids how to trust in the Lord.Listener Kids is a provider of Christ-centered music and videos--and now books!--that are perfect for kids. Their modern versions of classic Sunday school and Bible songs not only get kids singing and dancing but also instill values that Christian parents appreciate. Join in the fun and sing your worries away with Jack and Scarlett!
Jack and Scarlett: I've Got the Joy (Jack and Scarlett)
by Listener KidsFeaturing fun, cute, and oh-so-fluffy Listener Kids stars Jack and Scarlett,?I've Got the Joy, an interactive board book for littles, is the perfect way to get kids thinking critically and engaged in this simple story about joy.I've Got the Joy is an interactive board book for kids featuring YouTube's Listener Kids stars Jack and Scarlett. Through interactive prompts, scripture, and a classic kid's church song, little readers are invited to tag along as Jack and Scarlett have the time of their lives while camping and experience true joy. Jack and Scarlett: I've Got the Joy?is perfect foractive toddlers and preschoolers who will love participating in the story,fans of the YouTube channel Listener Kids, praise music, or classic children's songs, andteaching kids what it means to have joyful hearts.Listener Kids is a provider of Christ-centered music and videos—and now books!—that are perfect for kids. Their modern versions of classic Sunday school and Bible songs not only get kids singing and dancing but also instill values that Christian parents appreciate. Join in the fun, and jump, sing, and dance for joy with Jack and Scarlett!