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The Art of the Roman Empire: 100-450 AD, Second Edition (Oxford History of Art)
by Jas EisnerThe passage from Imperial Rome to the era of late antiquity, when the Roman Empire underwent a religious conversion to Christianity, saw some of the most significant and innovative developments in Western culture. This stimulating book investigates the role of the visual arts, the great diversity of paintings, statues, luxury arts, and masonry, as both reflections and agents of those changes. <P><P>Jas' Elsner's ground-breaking account discusses both Roman and early Christian art in relation to such issues as power, death, society, acculturation, and religion. By examining questions of reception, viewing, and the culture of spectacle alongside the more traditional art-historical themes of imperial patronage and stylistic change, he presents a fresh and challenging interpretation of an extraordinarily rich cultural crucible in which many fundamental developments of later European art had their origins. <P><P>This second edition includes a new discussion of the Eurasian context of Roman art, an updated bibliography, and new, full colour illustrations.
The Articulate Voice: An Introduction To Voice And Diction
by Lynn K. WellsThe Articulate Voice taps into the most current research to clearly and concisely deliver the basics on voice production and techniques for improving pitch, rate, volume, and quality.
The Artist's Handbook Of Materials And Techniques (Reference)
by Ralph MayerThe Artist's Handbook of Materials and Techniques is a reference book by Ralph Mayer (1895–1979). Intended by the author for use by professional artists, it deals mostly with the chemical and physical properties of traditional painterly materials such as oil, tempera, and encaustic, as well as solvents, varnishes, and painting mediums. It also has extensive coverage of ancillary activities such as stretching and preparing canvas, care and maintenance of tools, and conservation of older paintings. Originally published in 1940, the Handbook was referred to as "the painter's bible" at the time,[citation needed] and it continues to have a place on the reading list in American universities to this day. It underwent three extensive revisions in Mayer's lifetime, and the fifth posthumous edition is still in print. Ralph Mayer’s archives of writing and research on materials and techniques are now at the Ralph Mayer Learning Center, Yale University School of Art.
The Arts: World Themes
by Geraldine NagleA fresh approach to the interdisciplinary humanities course that takes a strong multicultural approach to the visual and performing arts. Organized thematically, the text covers painting, printmaking, sculpture, camera arts, architecture, music, and drama.
The Asheville Reader: The Medieval and Renaissance World
by Cynthia O. Ho John Mcclain Sheryl D. Sawin W. M. SpellmanThe Asheville Reader The Medieval and Renaissance World is a world history textbook for undergraduates.
The Asian World, 600-1500 (The Medieval and Early Modern World #3)
by John S. Major Roger V. Des ForgesThe Asian World takes readers through nine centuries of history often punctuated by conquests and conflict--from the rise of Yoritomo, Japan's first shogun, who stripped the Japanese emperor of his power; to the ruthless campaigns of Genghis Khan's Mongol warriors in China; to the mutiny of Korean general Yi Songgye, who proclaimed himself founder of a new dynasty. Despite battles and political clashes, the peoples of Asia created large, stable states that brought eras of peace and prosperity. At the same time, Confucianism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam attracted believers across the huge continent. The diverse peoples of Asia found much to share, trading goods and spices and tea along the overland networks of the Silk Road or via ships crossing the Indian Ocean, dodging bandits on land and pirates at sea. More important than the exchange of products was the exchange of ideas and inventions such as gunpowder and paper.
The Associated Press Stylebook 2017 and Briefing on Media Law
by Associated Press StaffThe style of the Associated Press is the gold standard for news writing. With The AP Stylebook in hand, you can learn how to write and edit with the clarity and professionalism for which they are famous. Fully revised and updated, this new edition contains more than 3,000 A to Z entries--including more than 200 new ones--detailing the AP's rules on grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviation, and word and numeral usage. You'll find answers to such wide-ranging questions as: � When should the names of government bodies be spelled out and when should they be abbreviated? � What are the general definitions of the major religious movements? � Which companies do the big media conglomerates own? � Who are all the members of the British Commonwealth? � How should box scores for baseball games be filed? � What constitutes "fair use"? � What exactly does the Freedom of Information Act cover? With invaluable additional sections on the unique guidelines for business and sports reporting and on how you can guard against libel and copyright infringement, The AP Stylebook is the one reference that all writers, editors, and students cannot afford to be without.
The Astronomically Grand Plan (Astrid the Astronaut #1)
by Rie NealIn this first book of a brand new-chapter book series, a young girl is determined to be the first astronaut with hearing aids in space!Astrid can&’t wait for the school year to start so she can put her Astronomically Grand Plan into action! She and her best friend, Hallie, are going to be in their first year of Shooting Stars, a club dedicated to all things space. Astrid&’s big sister has told her all about it, and this year, there is a big, wonderful prize: a trip to a real-life space camp! But Astrid&’s Grand Plan isn&’t off to a great start: it turns out Hallie is more interested in the art club, Petite Picassos! And Astrid isn&’t sure that her goal of exploring space will happen the same way without her BFF by her side. Can Astrid figure out a way to complete her mission?
The Atlas Of Human Rights: Mapping Violations of Freedom Around the Globe
by Andrew FaganIn the post-9/11 world, governments are using the threat of terrorism to justify tightening national security and restricting basic human rights. This timely book addresses the implications of this trend, revealing human rights inequities from nation to nation and the consequences of these inequities worldwide. Inspired by the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Andrew Fagan considers the nature of the state, national identity, and citizenship. His comprehensive and succinct text explores judicial violations and legal restrictions that permit state-sponsored torture, indefinite detention, capital punishment, and police brutality. Vividly illustrated with colorful maps and charts, The Atlas of Human Rights charts both the progress and limitation of free expression and media censorship. It displays the areas that are beset with wars, conflict, migration, and genocide; details the geographic status of sexual freedom, racism, religious freedom, and the rights of the disabled; focuses on women's rights, sex slavery, and the rights of the child. As intolerance threatens diversity on a global scale, The Atlas of Human Rights serves as a crucial intervention to preserving and extending freedom.
The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology
by Dennis Tasa Edward Tarbuck Frederick Lutgens Redina HermanThe Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology remains the definitive introductory meteorology text, reinforcing basic concepts with easy-to-grasp, everyday examples. Authors Tarbuck and Lutgens present meteorology with a friendly, largely non-technical narrative, timely coverage of recent atmospheric events, and carefully crafted artwork by leading science illustrator Dennis Tasa. The 14th Edition includes a new, easier-to-navigate design, and a more reader-oriented approach that provides a clear learning path throughout the text. New pedagogical improvements, including pull quotes that act as guideposts, end-of-chapter questions and problems, and online exercises and activities, are available in Mastering™ Meteorology to help readers understand the processes that control our weather and apply this information in their daily lives.
The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology
by Edward J. Tarbuck Frederick K. LutgensUsing everyday, easy-to-grasp examples to reinforce basic concepts, this highly regarded handbook remains the standard introduction to meteorology and the atmosphere – components, problems, and applications. Includes the most up-to-date coverage of topics such as: ozone depletion; the ultraviolet index; temperature; dew point temperature and orographic effects; wildfires and weather; thunderstorms and lightning; the record-breaking Florida hurricane season; effects of air pollution, and more. Incorporates top-quality visuals, including new satellite images and illustrations by the award-winning Dennis Tasa, to demonstrate the highly visual nature of meteorology. Uses a largely non-technical writing style to help readers grasp important concepts. For those interested in learning more about meteorology.
The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology (9th edition)
by Edward J. Tarbuck Frederick K. LutgensA standard textbook presenting a current and comprehensive survey of meteorology for undergraduates.
The Author Visit from the Black Lagoon (Black Lagoon Adventures #18)
by Mike ThalerThese fun-filled chapter books mix school, monsters, and common kid problems with hilarious results. You'll scream with laughter!A real author is coming to visit Mrs. Green's class. That means Hubie needs to read her books. But how can he pick one when there are so many to choose from? And what will happen on the day of the visit? Will she bore the class to sleep with a long story? Hubie just doesn't know what to expect.
The Baba Ramdev Phenomenon - Kaushik Deka
by Kaushik Deka'Patanjali Ayurved has turned out to be the most disruptive force in the Indian Fmcg market. it witnessed a whopping annual growth of 146% in fiscal year 2016, grossing a turnover of $769 million.'-Assocham–TechSci research report When in 1965, at Saidalipur, a nondescript village in Haryana, a baby boy was born to a marginal farmer, there was hardly any celebration. They were happy to receive what they believed was 'the most precious gift from God' but there was no time to pause, reflect or celebrate. People needed to get on with their lives. Little did they realize that the newborn would take this philosophy of detachment to a different level altogether. And if this detachment was induced in their life by poverty and hardship, three decades later their child was to show the world how to practise the same philosophy and even, while doing so, gather unimaginable wealth-an approximate net sum of `10,000 crore. He was to become Baba Ramdev, the celebrated yoga guru, and one of the founders of Patanjali Ayurved Limited and Patanjali Yogpeeth. The Baba Ramdev Phenomenon offers a detailed account of Ramdev's journey from attaining moksha in the Himalayas to ruling the market, especially the Fmcg sector, with his Patanjali products. It captures the rise and rise of Patanjali and the various factors that worked for it, most importantly, the vision of Ramdev and the able assistance of his associate Acharya Balkrishna.
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #2: Kitty the Tiger Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #2)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers -- which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. Rachel and Kirsty have to keep Sheba the tiger cub safe from harm. If Jack Frost succeeds, Kitty may never get her back!
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #3: Mara the Meerkat Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #3)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers -- which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. The goblins are out to snatch Missy the meerkat. Only Rachel and Kirsty can keep her safe!
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #4: Savannah the Zebra Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #4)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers -- which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. Jack Frost is after baby zebra, Ziggy. The girls have to help Savannah find him before Jack Frost can add the little zebra to his zoo!
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #5: Kimberly the Koala Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #5)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers -- which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. Rachel and Kirsty must save baby koala, Kiki, from Jack Frost's zoo. Kiki doesn't belong in the freezing Ice Castle!
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #6: Rosie the Honey Bear Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #6)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers -- which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. Rachel and Kirsty must help Rosie get her magic key chain back. If they don't, Billy the honey bear cub might end up in Jack Frost's zoo!
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #7: Nora the Arctic Fox Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #7)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers -- which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. Rachel and Kirsty only have one more magic key chain left to find! They have to act fast to help Nora save baby fox cub, Dazzle.
The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies#1: Mae the Panda Fairy (The Baby Animal Rescue Fairies #1)
by Daisy MeadowsJust when you thought the fairies couldn't get any cuter. . . here come the baby animals! Rachel and Kirsty to the rescue! The girls are spending a week of their summer vacation at the Wild Woods Nature Reserve. They're going to volunteer as junior rangers--which means lots of quality time with all the animals who live there! But Jack Frost has taken the Baby Animal Rescue Fairies' magic key chains. Even worse, he's planning to use the fairies' stolen magic to kidnap baby animals for his icy zoo. When Pan Pan the panda goes missing, the girls know just where to look. Rachel and Kirsty have to help Mae find him before it's too late!
The Baby Bird (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Julie Winterbottom Giacomo GarelliNIMAC-sourced textbook. Try and Try Again. It takes practice to learn something new.
The Baby Foxes (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom)
by Julie Winterbottom Greg NewboldPlay Time Baby foxes will play and play until it's time to eat. NIMAC-sourced textbook