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Britain and the Middle East: From the Earliest Times to 1950 (Routledge Revivals)
by null Sir Reader BullardFirst published in 1951, Britain and the Middle East sets forth briefly the relations which the people and the government of Britain had with the Middle East from the earliest records of such relations until 1950. The term “Middle East” used in this book includes what used to be called the Near East as well as most of the Middle East proper. It covers Turkey and Iran (Persia), Cyprus, Syria and Lebanon, Palestine and Trans-Jordan (Israel and Jordan), Iraq, Egypt, the Sudan, and the whole of the Arabian Peninsula.
Images of Maharashtra: A Regional Profile of India (Routledge Revivals)
by N. K. WagleFirst published in 1980, Images of Maharashtra presents the authors’ academic interests in defining the multifaceted personality of Maharashtra. All the papers were presented at the Annual Conferences of Maharashtra Studies Group of the Association for Asian Studies. They range over history, politics, agriculture, sociology, and religion.Milton Israel discusses M.R. Jayakar’s use of English language newspaper of Bombay for the Nationalist cause; Mary Katzenstein examines the government’s response to migration; B.G. Gokhale stresses on the importance of Urban commercial centres of Western Deccan in the 17th century; and Donald Innis’ paper is a tribute to creative efforts of the ‘peasant scientists’. Jayant Lele explores the class, caste and hegemony in rural Maharashtra and Jayshree Gokhale-Turner focuses on the importance of Maharashtra region as a structural unit of study. L.W. Preston presents a historical analysis of the subregional religious centres and N.K. Wagle examines the dilemma of early 19th century British administrators in coping with the problem of social rank. This book will be of interest to students and researchers of Asian studies.
The Heroic Age of Scandinavia (Routledge Revivals)
by null G. Turville–PetreOriginally published in 1951, this book discusses the cultural and social developments in Scandinavian countries from the beginning of the Dark Ages to the death of S. Ólaf. It focusses on the effects of the Viking expansion and contact with other Western nations upon the Scandinavians in their native lands. The results of the conversion to Christianity are also examined. The book studies Scandinavian civilization as a part of European civilization, rather than an isolated phenomenon.
The Future of Social Policy
by null Bent GreveThis book analyses trends and data relating to issues affecting social policy in mature welfare states in Europe, and uses these elements to further our understanding of, and ability to try to say something about, the future of social policy, its direction and content.Looking at the financial crisis of 2008, the refugee crisis in Europe, COVID-19, the climate crisis, ageing populations and the rise of artificial intelligence, it shows how these may also have an impact on future social policy, including what kind of social policy might be needed because of changes in living conditions across the continent.Written by one of Europe’s more prominent social policy experts, this book, the first of its kind, will be required reading for all scholars and students of social policy, social welfare, public policy, sociology and social work.
A Sporting Chance: Unusual Methods of Hunting
by Daniel P. MannixThe award-winning author of The Way of the Gladiator shares his experiences hunting with strange devices—and animals—in this classic book. Falcons, boomerangs, spears. . . In the mid-twentieth century, hunters of all shapes and sizes were in favor of giving their quarry a fighting chance. A revival of ancient sporting techniques was taking the hunting world by storm. The old ways required more skill and were, therefore, a greater challenge. They also brought people closer to nature. Among those embracing this philosophy was author Daniel P. Mannix, who was more interested in learning an antique skill than shooting a new gun. In these pages, he delves into the history of hunting and gives readers firsthand accounts of his attempts at bagging pigeons with a feral cat (an ocelot named Tiba), using a blowgun with poisoned darts for deer in Mexico, teaching an otter to retrieve downed ducks, tracking—and trapping—humans, and other odd, old-school techniques.&“A gripping compendium of hunting devices and trained animals that give the prey a sporting chance, this is easily the best hunting book in years.&” —Kirkus Reviews
The Wolves of Paris: A Novel
by Daniel P. MannixThe award-winning author of The Way of the Gladiator brings to life medieval Paris and the wolves who held it hostage, in a novel based on real events. Praised as &“nature writing at its best,&” The Wolves of Paris takes readers to fifteenth-century France, a country so decimated by the Hundred Years&’ War that its people became prey for marauding wolf packs (Hartford Courant). With France split among the English, the Burgundians, and the forces of the weak Charles VII, a wolf-dog rises to ensure the existence of his pack by any means necessary . . . Courtaud begins his life as the possession of a count until an attack on the castle leaves him to fend for himself. To survive, the huge, russet-colored beast ingratiates himself into a pack of wolves he will soon lead, with his mate, Silver, at his side. Without the wild wolf&’s innate fear of man—and driven to starvation by vicious winters—Courtaud turns his pack to hunting livestock on its way to Paris. Battles and the plague leave corpses in their path, stoking the wolves&’ lust for human flesh. Soon, Courtaud&’s howl alone will strike fear into the hearts of Parisians, prompting a king to put a price on his head—and history to remember his name.&“Daniel Mannix gets right inside any animal skin. . . . His hero Courtaud is the most feared and celebrated of all wolves, and this story of his life and times, based on medieval archives, should add to the fistful of awards already garnered by Mannix. . . . It will haunt almost anyone.&” —St. Louis Post-Dispatch
The Killers: The Tale of a Fighting Cock and a Wild Hawk
by Daniel P. MannixA showdown ensues between a bird of prey and a barnyard rooster in this masterpiece of nature fiction from the author of The Fox and the Hound. Whitehackle comes from a long line of fighting cocks, but exceeds expectations as he rises to the top of the pecking order. His reputation grows when he chases off a fox and attacks a hawk in gallant defense of one his hens. The arrogant rooster is now king of the barnyard, but the hawk still circles above . . . A female Cooper&’s hawk, Ishmael, has few natural enemies. Life itself is her greatest foe—and survive she must, to mate and nest and raise her young. Even a gunshot can&’t stop this courageous bird—yet she may have met her match in Whitehackle . . . The day-to-day life of hawk and rooster collide in a fragile environment encroached upon by modern forces in a story of predation—both animal and human.&“A very compelling tale. . . . Mannix, who has spent most of his life near and with animals, treads it with a sure foot and a clear-eyed unsentimental approach. Like the nature he writes about, he makes no apologies and asks no special indulgence—and he writes a very readable book.&” —Sports Illustrated &“Mannix shifts back and forth between natural enemies, dramatizing but not fictionalizing their life experiences in thoroughly entertaining information writing. . . . He&’s combined a mass of wild bird lore with a coopful of material on the complex social structure and behavior patterns of domestic poultry. Bet your nestegg on it.&” —Kirkus Reviews
We Leap Together
by null Christopher Silas NealAn awe-inspiring nonfiction picture book, perfect for animal lovers, that reveals how a mama whale and a mama person care for their young in remarkably similar ways, from the illustrator of Over and Under the Snow.A little boy and his mother set off on a day trip, meanwhile, a mama whale and her calf swim towards the bay. On the way, both sing, blow bubbles, get lost--and found! Through it all, mama always stays close. The human pair board a sightseeing boat, and as the whales reach the harbor, they all converge in one spectacular scene! With lyrical text and absolutely magnificent art, here's a book that celebrates our connection to animals, and to each other.
My Dad Is a Unicorn! (My Life is Weird)
by null Bill CanterburyYou think your family is weird? What if your dad was a unicorn?! Fans of the magical creatures in the "How to Catch a" series will love this new super-silly picture book that celebrates how ALL families are weird.Unicorn Dad gets his necktie stuck on his horn, fixes math homework with glitter, and is obsessed with his mane shampoo. But his day job is the coolest: battling trolls and goblins in magical lands. And his son gets to come along to help!Young readers will laugh out loud following this unusual father-son team as they fly off on adventures in a funny and warm new picture book, the start of an exciting series.With page after page of jokes, puns, and visual gags, this story's humor is perfect for families to read together. It's a book kids will want to go back to over and over. And it makes a perfect gift! And check out more weird families in: My Mom Is a Mermaid!
Grumpy Monkey Mom for a Day (Grumpy Monkey)
by null Suzanne LangThe New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey series returns with a celebration of relationships between mothers and their children. Grumpy Monkey offers to babysit the little animals in the jungle but when things go haywire, help comes from an unexpected source.When Jim Panzee offers to step in as a temporary mom, he thinks, It will be fun. How hard can it be? But when he&’s immediately bombarded with a chorus of needs such as &“Carry me, mommy,&” and &“I&’m hungry.&” Grumpy Monkey doesn&’t know what to do first.He tries his best but when the baby animals start falling out of a tree, Jim is completely overwhelmed. That&’s when his mom swings down, picks him up, calms the baby animals, and makes everything right. Jim understands and appreciates the power of parenting and the unconditional love his mom has for him.
My Mom Is a Mermaid! (My Life is Weird)
by null Bill CanterburyYou think your family is strange? What if your mom was a mermaid?!Fans of the magical creatures in the "How to Catch a" series will love this new super-silly picture book that celebrates how ALL families are weird.Mermaid Mom sings whale songs, never gets out of the bath, and tells really corny mom jokes ("How do mermaids send messages? By sea-mail!"). But when her daughter tags along with her to an underwater gig as a kids' party clown, she learns how funny and how special her mer-mom really is.Young readers will love following this unusual mother-daughter team as they swim off on adventures in a funny and warm new picture book, the start of an exciting series.With page after page of jokes, puns, and visual gags, this story's humor is perfect for families to read together. It's a book kids will want to go back to over and over. And it makes a perfect gift! And check out more weird families in: My Dad Is a Unicorn!
Earl & Worm #1: The Bad Idea and Other Stories (Earl and Worm)
by null Greg PizzoliThis sweet, giggle-inducing early reader kicks off a brand-new series featuring two unlikely friends in the tradition of Frog and Toad, from the beloved Geisel Award-winning author of The Watermelon Seed.Earl and Worm have been friends for a very, very long time, but their friendship had a rocky start. Earl is a happy go-lucky bird who plays saxophone to his plants because they love music in the morning. His neighbor Worm, on the other hand...well, Worm is the exact opposite. She would rather read in silence.How will these very different neighbors become the very best of friends? With some sweet lemonade, the right shade of paint, and an unfinished poem, and most of all, sharing a little bit about themselves.Award-winning creator Greg Pizzoli delivers three funny and heartwarming stories that will delight fans of other iconic duos like Elephant and Piggie or Pizza and Taco.
Saturday Night Live Little Golden Book (Little Golden Book)
by null David CroattoLive from bedtime . . . it's Saturday Night Live in its first ever Little Golden Book!From Coneheads to cowbells, Saturday Night Live as kept us laughing for 50 years. Now some of their funniest characters and skits come to life in this Little Golden Book. Illustrated in the quirky and loveable Funko POP! art style, kids ages 2 to 5, their parents, and fans of the classic show will love this light-hearted reimagining as a collectable Little Golden Book!Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.
Diggers Love Their Daddies! (Where Do...Series)
by null Brianna Caplan SayresDaddies are so special! Little truck lovers, join all your favorite diggers as they celebrate their daddies and all they do! (Don't forget to look for the mouse in every scene!)From diggers to fire trucks, from streep sweepers to cement mixers to other favorites—all the vehicles love their daddies and want to show them just how much! A barbecue is perfect for food trucks and all the other diggers on a lovely Father's Day! Families will enjoy reading this book all year round because Daddies love their little diggers, too! A perfect gift for new daddies!Children who can't get enough trucks will love all the books in the bestselling Where Do... series.Where Do Diggers Say I Love You?Where Do Diggers Hunt for Easter Eggs?Where Do Diggers Trick or Treat?Diggers Love Their Mommies!
The Littlest Drop
by null Sascha AlperThis simple, poignant fable—featuring Caldecott medalist Jerry Pinkney&’s final illustrations and completed after his death by his son, Brian Pinkney, also an award-winning illustrator—reminds us that we all have the power to change the world, no matter how little we may be.When a fire starts near their home, all of the animals—from the largest elephant to the smallest ant—are too scared to do anything but watch. All, that is, except for one tiny hummingbird. She knows she must do something to save her nest. She must do what she can.This empowering picture book celebrates the idea that every one of us—from the smallest to the largest—has something to offer, and if we all work together, we can make the world a better, greener place.
Japanese for Busy People Book 2: Revised 4th Edition (Japanese for Busy People Series-4th Edition)
by AJALT4th Revised Edition of JAPANESE FOR BUSY PEOPLE, the most popular Japanese language textbook series in the world. Now comes with free downloadable audio recordings. Since it was first published in 1984, the focus of the Japanese for Busy People series has always been to teach Japanese for effective communication. Picking up where Japanese for Busy People Book I left off, Japanese for Busy People Book II goes beyond survival Japanese, turning to the basics of Japanese syntax, enabling learners to make a smooth transition from mid-beginner-level to intermediate-level Japanese. Grammar and content topics are carefully selected to assist learners to effectively develop sentence patterns and vocabulary related to each topic through the practice of talking about them. Kanji (Chinese characters used in Japanese) are gradually introduced in Book II along with furigana so that learners know how to pronounce them. By the end of the book, learners will have acquired through a series of concise grammatical explanations and extensive speaking and listening exercises a command of Japanese that will enable them to carry on a variety of daily conversations. Audio recordings can be downloaded for free from kodansha.us.
Japanese for Busy People Book 2: The Workbook for the Revised 4th Edition (free audio download) (Japanese for Busy People Series-4th Edition)
by AJALT4th Revised Edition of JAPANESE FOR BUSY PEOPLE, the most popular Japanese language textbook series in the world. Now comes with free downloadable audio recordings. Since it was first published in 1984, the focus of the Japanese for Busy People series has always been to teach Japanese for effective communication. Japanese for Busy People II: The Workbook for the Revised 4th Edition helps learners to comprehend plain forms of verbs, time expressions, conditional clauses and other difficult elements of grammar that will enable them to master intermediate-level Japanese. Learners can expand their vocabulary and hone their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through many exercises provided in the workbook. Audio recordings can be downloaded for free from kodansha.us.
Standout School Leaders: Challenging What It Means to Lead
by null Alan C. JonesBridge the gap between managing well and leading for impact. In this must-read guide for education leaders, Alan C. Jones expertly distinguishes between Administrators Good at their Jobs (AGJs) and Standout School Leaders (SSLs) by exploring the qualities that make select leaders truly exceptional. While AGJs focus on maintaining effective school operations, SSLs address the gaps within institutional systems to create environments that foster genuine learning and growth, balance institutional demands with innovative educational approaches, and align day-to-day operations with the deeper mission of schooling. You’ll find chapter openers that contrast how SSLs and AGJs approach fundamental administrative functions and closing questions to support personal reflection and application of the concept at your school site. Additional features include: Vignettes that illustrate daily challenges faced by administrators and contrasting leadership responses SSL Tips to offer insights into how SSLs think differently about schooling goals End-of-Chapter Resources to deepen understanding of key concepts Jones empowers education leaders with the knowledge and tools to integrate innovative practices into their roles. Whether you′re a principal, department head, or district leader, this book provides the guidance needed to transition from managing to leading by fostering environments where both educators and students can thrive.
Standout School Leaders: Challenging What It Means to Lead
by null Alan C. JonesBridge the gap between managing well and leading for impact. In this must-read guide for education leaders, Alan C. Jones expertly distinguishes between Administrators Good at their Jobs (AGJs) and Standout School Leaders (SSLs) by exploring the qualities that make select leaders truly exceptional. While AGJs focus on maintaining effective school operations, SSLs address the gaps within institutional systems to create environments that foster genuine learning and growth, balance institutional demands with innovative educational approaches, and align day-to-day operations with the deeper mission of schooling. You’ll find chapter openers that contrast how SSLs and AGJs approach fundamental administrative functions and closing questions to support personal reflection and application of the concept at your school site. Additional features include: Vignettes that illustrate daily challenges faced by administrators and contrasting leadership responses SSL Tips to offer insights into how SSLs think differently about schooling goals End-of-Chapter Resources to deepen understanding of key concepts Jones empowers education leaders with the knowledge and tools to integrate innovative practices into their roles. Whether you′re a principal, department head, or district leader, this book provides the guidance needed to transition from managing to leading by fostering environments where both educators and students can thrive.
Interdisciplinary Research: Process and Theory
by null Allen F. Repko null Rick SzostakThis book offers a comprehensive, systematic presentation of the interdisciplinary research process and the theory that informs it by drawing on student and professional work from a variety of fields. The book has been iterative in its development over editions, as the authors have learned from the work of instructors and students using it and have adjusted their advice in response. Notable changes in the Fifth Edition respond to feedback from the Forum devoted to this book in Issues in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2022. Examples have been updated so most are more contemporary, new content has been added on mixed methods and team research to respond to the needs of graduate students, and content has been revised throughout to address the current thinking on interdisciplinarity and integration, and strategies for achieving common ground as an interdisciplinary research team. An instructor website for the book at http://edge.sagepub.com/repko5e includes editable PowerPoint slides, a test bank, and figures and tables from the book.
Interdisciplinary Research: Process and Theory
by null Allen F. Repko null Rick SzostakThis book offers a comprehensive, systematic presentation of the interdisciplinary research process and the theory that informs it by drawing on student and professional work from a variety of fields. The book has been iterative in its development over editions, as the authors have learned from the work of instructors and students using it and have adjusted their advice in response. Notable changes in the Fifth Edition respond to feedback from the Forum devoted to this book in Issues in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2022. Examples have been updated so most are more contemporary, new content has been added on mixed methods and team research to respond to the needs of graduate students, and content has been revised throughout to address the current thinking on interdisciplinarity and integration, and strategies for achieving common ground as an interdisciplinary research team. An instructor website for the book at http://edge.sagepub.com/repko5e includes editable PowerPoint slides, a test bank, and figures and tables from the book.
Wesleyan Vile-tality: Reclaiming the Heart of Methodist Identity
by null Ashley BogganLearn what it means to “submit to be more vile” for today’s Methodists.Wesleyan Vile-tality calls us back to the roots of our identity. Centered on the moment John Wesley “submitted to be more vile" in spreading the love of God to all people, Ashley Boggan argues that Wesleyan vile-tality is at the core of who we are as Methodists. As rule-benders, rabble-rousers, and outcast-embracers, those early Methodists stood out and stood up. She traces how that original identity was lost as the predecessor denominations to The United Methodist Church grew and began to embrace respectability over “vile-tality.” In an accessible and engaging account of a fascinating history, these stories of our past call us to understand who we were, question who we are, and reclaim who we should be. Each chapter includes questions for personal reflection or group study.
Final Words From the Cross Leader's Guide
by null Adam HamiltonIn 24 Hours That Changed the World, Adam Hamilton took us on a Lenten journey through the last day of Jesus' life. Now, in his inspiring follow-up book, Hamilton examines Christ’s dying hours and his final words as seen and heard through the eyes and ears of those who stood near the cross.Moving through each chapter you will begin to understand and respond to Jesus’ final words at the cross while learning about those who were eye witnesses to the crucifixion. In the final chapter, Hamilton moves beyond the cross to Jesus' words to the disciples on the road to Emmaus and to those who were witnesses to the Resurrection.This small-group Leader Guide is a companion piece to the Final Words DVD and contains seven teaching sessions with topics that include:Father Forgive ThemBehold Your SonMy God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?Today You Will Be with Me in ParadiseI ThirstInto Your Hands I Commit My SpiritOn the Road to EmmausLent, Lenten, Lenten Resource, Lenten Resources, Lent Study, Lent Studies, Easter, Easter Study, Easter Studies
The Right Questions for Church Leaders
by null Lovett H. Weems JR.Creativity and innovation in your ministry begin with asking the right questions.Unlock the power of wise questioning with this essential guide for church leaders. Esteemed advisor Lovett H. Weems, Jr., compiled lists of leadership questions over many years, testing and analyzing them in local churches and other ministry settings. This book is the culmination of that careful work. It provides clusters of questions to help readers address their most perplexing ministry challenges.The questions are organized into 14 categories including Personnel, Expanding Reach and Impact, Management Skills, and Decision Making. Each set of questions is accompanied by guidance on when and how to use them effectively. The questions and other content are easy to grasp quickly, so you and your teams will see immediate benefit. And the questions apply in any denominational setting. Whether your congregation is large or small, these questions will steer you through critical issues with precision and insight. Elevate your leadership skills, spark creativity in your ministry, and find the answers you need to succeed. Begin by asking the right questions.
No Ordinary Love: a fake-dating romance packed with angst, spice, and second chances
by Myah Ariel'Ignites the pages with explosive chemistry' KENNEDY RYAN'Had me turning pages into the night' KATE CLAYBORNA PR relationship between a pop superstar and a pro-athlete bad boy turns into so much more in this swoony romance from the acclaimed author of When I Think of You.A scandal, a spark and a second chance. This is one partnership they can't fake . . . ❤️🔥 Ella Simone's popstar life is what dreams are made of. Her eight year marriage to renowned music producer, Elliot Majors, has helped garner the hits, awards, and adoring fans to prove it. But when Ella tires of Elliot's many infidelities, she decides to fight for her independence despite the ironclad prenup that threatens her career. To help her case, Ella is under strict orders to stick to The Plan: no headlines, no rumors, no rocking the boat. But this strategy is thrown a curveball after an awards show wardrobe snafu and quick rescue by Miles Westbrook, MLB's most eligible player, sends the tabloids into a frenzy. Amid tricky divorce proceedings, Ella's magnetic connection with the charismatic pitcher might just be her downfall. Now the pressure is on to turn a scandal into an opportunity and give their teams what they want: a picture-perfect performance that will shore up both Ella and Miles' reputations. But as the lines between reality and PR begin to blur, Ella will either stick to the choreographed life she knows so well, or surrender to a love that could set her free.Readers can't get enough of No Ordinary Love . . . 'This is what a romance enthusiast wants to read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The chemistry between Ella and Miles was breathtaking' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Myah Ariel has quickly moved to the top list of my must-buy authors' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Impossible to put down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐