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Character-Centred Leadership
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This book promotes excellence in the practice of leadership to inspire leaders, emerging leaders, and students of leadership to become active participants in shaping their own future and the future of others.
Evading the Issue
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Tino Balio, in his book The American Film Industry, said that the Production Code meant that American films could not deal with political or social issues 'in an honest and truthful fashion'. This incisive essay tests out the legitimacy of Balio's claims, using The Lost Weekend (directed by Billy Wilder, 1945) as an example of the Hollywood 'problem film'. Rather than treating the film as being an entity with a single, unchanging meaning, it is put into its historical and social context, in particular the commercial context within which the studios were working. The commercial imperatives hardly sat well with the reality of a social problem such as alcoholism and this essay reminds us that the prime aim of the industry was to entertain: many of these 'problem films', therefore, were as honest and truthful within these confines as it was possible to be.
Alone in the Crowd
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Alone in the Crowd discusses the identity of nineteenth-century Paris, one of the most widely imaged cities in the modern world, whose most enduring attribute is that of a city of spectacle - a city of the pleasure of looking and being looked at simultaneously. Did Haussmann's re-figuring of the city, with its unrelenting straight boulevards, stirring vistas and uniform buildings, create a 'mass produced' image of Paris? If so, who benefited - and who lost out - in the construction of this new identity? Did the boulevards represent dystopia as well as utopia?
Planning for Learning through The Twelve Days of Christmas
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Plan for six weeks of learning covering all six areas of learning and development of the EYFS through the topic of the twelve days of Christmas. The Planning for Learning series is a series of topic books written around the Early Years Foundation Stage designed to make planning easy. This book takes you through 12 days of activities on the theme of the 12 days of Christmas. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together. The weekly themes in this book include: ideas for advent, the Christmas story, Christmas cards and decorations, and organising your very own Christmas party.
Singularity
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This volume represents the combination of two special issues of the Journal of Consciousness Studies on the topic of the technological singularity. Could artificial intelligence really out-think us, and what would be the likely repercussions if it could? Leading authors contribute to the debate, which takes the form of a target chapter by philosopher David Chalmers, plus commentaries from the likes of Daniel Dennett, Nick Bostrom, Ray Kurzweil, Ben Goertzel, Frank Tipler, among many others. Chalmers then responds to the commentators to round off the discussion.
EgyptQuest - The Lost Treasure of The Pyramids
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Visit Ancient Egypt for the adventure of a lifetime in this fantastic and at times hilarious thriller from the international superselling gamebook author of the GrailQuest series, Herbie Brennan. In this interactive eBook, you get to choose your own path through the adventure, exploring the pyramids and making your own destiny. Dare you brave the mysteries of ancient Egypt?
Moral Mind
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The reality and validity of the moral sense - which ordinary people take for granted - took a battering in the last century. Materialist trends in philosophy, decline in religious faith, and a loosening of traditional moral constraints contributed to a shift in public attitudes, with many decent honest folk both aware of a questioning of moral claims and uneasy with a world that has no place for the moral dimension. Haslam shows how important the moral sense is to the human personality and exposes the weakness in much current thinking that suggests otherwise. His goal is to help the reader to a mature and confident understanding of the moral mind, which constitutes an essential part of what it is to be human.
Exploring the History of Lee-on-the-Solent
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Walking around Lee-on-the-Solent provides tantalising glimpses into its past - whether it's the balconied Victorian buildings in Pier Street, the Art Deco frontages above the shops in Marine Parade West, the airfield with its gliders soaring peacefully overhead, the hovercraft museum, the sight of yachts on the sparkling waters of the Solent, or the lengthy list of names on the War Memorial. And perhaps you remember, or have heard talk of, the Tower with its ballroom and cinema, the Pier Hotel in its heyday, and the outdoor swimming pool?But what's the real story behind the history of Lee-on-the-Solent? Whether you are a resident or a visitor, you are bound to discover something new in this fascinating account. Why would Isle of Wight monks build a windmill at Lee? Why would you have needed the help of the baker's boy if you wanted to get a train at Elmore Halt? What was on offer at Bulson's Stores and Pleasure Retreat? Why was a rainstorm so popular at the Anglican church? Why did the last two Englishmen to fight a duel choose Browndown as the venue? What made prefabs the envy of many residents? And why was a patch of grass in the wildgrounds always tended in the shape of a cross? You'll find the answer to these questions and many more in Exploring the History of Lee-on-the-Solent.Best of all, you'll discover why you should raise a glass to John Robinson, the Victorian entrepreneur without whom Lee-on-the-Solent would surely not exist.
Sebastian
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When Sebastian says he wants to travel, the other toys suggest a trip to the North Pole or the Equator. But Sebastian is just a teddy-bear: how could he possibly go around the world on his own? Fate steps in, and soon he is on an adventure that takes him first to Paris and then on a train bound for Russia. Along the way, he has his portrait painted, joins a circus, becomes a magician's assistant, and is mistaken for the Abominable Snowman.
Cranford
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This classic work from Elizabth Gaskell has been specially formatted for today's e-readers. This excellent tale is set in a small rural town, inhabited largely by women - a community that runs on co-operation and gossip. The central characters are the daughters of the former rector: Miss Deborah Jenkyns and her sister Miss Matty. In the saga, domestic peace is constantly threatened by financial disaster, burglaries (or are they?), tragic accidents, and the re-apparance of long-lost relatives.
Hair-Raising Kite Flight
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Harey and his friends, including Pillow, the parrot, go out flying their kite dangerously close to an electricity pylon with disastrous results.
Mousey Mousey
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Three fabulous stories for children aged four to 10 about a delightful little mouse called Mousey Mouse,whose favourite colour is pink.Children are finding Mousey Mousey as cute as the little mouse in Julia Donaldson's The Gruffalo and even more magical than Jacqueline Wilson's Glubbslyme. No wonder Heather Flood's book is being acclaimed as the best for young children since Enid Blyton's Noddy and Beatrix Potter's The Tales of Peter Rabbit.In the first story Mousey Mousey has her world turned upside down by a naughty witch called Agatha, who comes for tea and changes all her pink things into black or purple. A heartbroken Mousey Mousey is horrified when the witch's daughter Bernice also visits her cottage and asks if she can have some tea, too. Should she let the young witch in? The second story tells how Mousey Mousey is kidnapped by a giant, who Bernice has turned into a huge parrot. Can she count on Bernice - or even Agatha - to come to her rescue? The third story is about a village fete being held by Mousey Mousey and her friends Ben Badger, Rachel Rabbit and Molly Mole - their wonderful day is in danger of being wrecked when Agatha turns up. The charming Mousey Mousey may be small and gentle, but she is determined that good should triumph over bad - no wonder she is being hailed as the new Hello Kitty, a fantasy character idolised by young children throughout the word. Three fabulous stories for children aged four to 10 about a delightful little mouse called Mousey Mouse,whose favourite colour is pink. In the first story Mousey Mousey has her world turned upside down by a naughty witch called Agatha, who comes for tea and changes all her pink things into black or purple. A heartbroken Mousey Mousey is horrified when the witch's daughter Bernice also visits her cottage and asks if she can have some tea, too. Should she let the young witch in? The second story tells how Mousey Mousey is kidnapped by a giant, who Bernice has turned into a huge parrot. Can she count on Bernice - or even Agatha - to come to her rescue? The third story is about a village fete being held by Mousey Mousey and her friends Ben Badger, Rachel Rabbit and Molly Mole - their wonderful day is in danger of being wrecked when Agatha turns up.The charming Mousey Mousey may be small and gentle, but she is determined that good should triumph over bad - she is even being hailed as the mouse world's answer to Hello Kitty, a fantasy character idolised by young children world-wide.
British Crime and Prison Quiz Book
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Will you be held at gunpoint and find yourself reaching for the panic button or will you be laughing all the way to the bank as you try to answer this quiz book's 450 testing questions cunningly prepared by former London gangster and nowadays best-selling celebrity author and film-maker Dave Courtney and ex-prison officer Jim Dawkins? Covering all aspects of the British underworld and the heroes and villains that have grabbed media attention and stirred up public interest and imagination, this book is as much an educational treasure trove as it is a quiz book. With a fitting foreword by Charles Bronson, this is definitely a quiz book with an encyclopaedic twist and is guaranteed to provoke hours of reminiscing and discussion about the daring escapades and notorious characters that have stamped an indelible mark on the British crime scene.
Barn
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Kelly was an ordinary and honourable man, stuck in a boring job as an office clerk in London, with little that made him stand out in a crowd in terms of either personality, looks or dress, but he did have one talent that set him apart - he was a poet.
Rihanna Quiz Book
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Are you a Rihanna fan? Do you know the lyrics to all of her songs? Can you name her albums? From releasing her debut album at the age of 17 to becoming one of the best selling artists of all time, Rihanna is one of the biggest success stories in recent pop history. But how much do you really know about your favourite star? Find out in this fascinating quiz book. Where did Rihanna grow up? How did she get started in the music business? What was the name of the person who discovered her? The answers to all of these questions and more can be found in this book. Brim full of interesting facts that cover all aspects of the multi-talented singer-songwriter's life, from her early successes to chart topping hits including many personal details such as her nickname, favourite colour and the names of her best friends, you are certain to learn something new about the international singing sensation in The Rihanna Quiz Book. There is only one Rihanna and this is the must-have quiz book for all of her fans.
2012/2013 Spurs Quiz Book
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Are you a life-long Spurs supporter? Is Tottenham Hotspur your local football club? Have you followed the team's progress in the 2012/2013 season or gone to watch them play? If so, you won't want to be without this new quiz book. Relive all the highs and lows of Spurs 2012/2013 season with the 100 challenging questions in this book, covering all aspects of the club's performance including the players, goalscorers, away action, home games, wins, draws and losses. With a fitting foreword by Spurs TV commentator, Daniel Wynne, this book focuses exclusively on the events of the 2012/2013 season and, as all the questions centre around the club's recent performance, this book can be enjoyed by Spurs fans of all ages. Forget those 'before my time' excuses and find out how much you really know about your favourite football club's current form. So, brush up on your knowledge and impress your family and friends with the fascinating facts in The 2012/2013 Spurs Quiz Book. A must-have for all fans of Tottenham Hotspur FC.
Exploring Emotions
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This practical book from Ros Bayley is designed to enable every practitioner to help children manage their emotions. This title looks at the whole range of emotions that children feel and enable any practitioner to help children recognise these emotions and talk about them. Brimming with ideas for using puppets, toys, pictures, games and stories this is a must-have book for any practitioner looking to manage the emotions of children in their care.
Knowledge Monopolies
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Historians and sociologists chart the consequences of the expansion of knowledge; philosophers of science examine the causes. This book bridges the gap. The focus is on 'academisation' - the paradox whereby, as the general public becomes better educated to live and work with knowledge, the 'academy' increases its intellectual distance from the public, so that the nature of social and natural reality becomes more rather than less obscure.
Autobiography of Liza Goddard
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Liza Goddard is one of the country's best loved and hardest working actresses, but few people know the real woman behind the 'dizzy blonde' image. In this much-anticipated autobiography, Liza talks about her work, her loves and the real-life dramas that have shaped her as a woman and an actress. The book charts her early life in England and follows her to Australia, where her beloved father played a key role in helping to set up the country's fledgling television industry. As a young actress, Liza was cast in the long-running children's drama series, Skippy the Bush Kangaroo. She later returned to England, where she appeared in a host of classic TV series, including Pig In The Middle, The Brothers, Bergerac, Dr Who and Midsomer Murders. Liza talks about her working relationship with Alan Ayckbourn and explains how a planned move to America failed to materialise. Find out how Liza got together with her first husband, actor Colin Baker on the set of The Brothers, why her marriage to '70s rocker Alvin Stardust failed and how she eventually found true love with producer David Cobham. Liza also reveals the truth about her alleged affair with Bergerac star John Nettles, and reveals how she successfully sued a tabloid newspaper over the allegations. She describes her courageous battle against breast cancer and reveals how beating the disease has given her a new perspective on life. Liza explains why animals continue to play an important part in her life and recounts some hilarious stories about the assortment of creatures that have featured in her life. A warts and all account from one of Britain's most popular actresses, Working With Children And Animals will have you laughing and crying in equal measure.
Castles, A Very Peculiar History
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Whether you're planning your first seige, building a fortress or just looking for a way to escape the peasants below, 'Castles: A Very Peculiar History' is full of tips, tricks and horror stories from the castle-building trade. We can't all match up to the combined beauty and danger of the Tower of London, but in this title you'll learn who developed the world's first flat-pack castle, the difference between donjeons and dungeons (it's important, trust us) and even the best time of year for a siege. Discover how a fortress was brought down by forty pigs and even how to use a common plant to defect lightning! Gasp in horrible glee at the many horrid substances poured onto beseigers through those dastardly trebuchets (there are things worse than boiling hot oil!). From the keep to the bailey, 'Castles: A Very Peculiar History' is all you need to learn how to build, manage and defend a mighty fortress.
Reaction
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To call someone a reactionary is to insult them and to end any argument. There is no possible rejoinder: no one could possibly wish to be a reactionary. But what if one were to gratefully accept the label? What would it mean to wilfully and honestly be a reactionary? Referencing thinkers as diverse as Burke, de Maistre, Guenon, Ratzinger, Scruton and the Prince of Wales this book considers the nature of reaction as a justified response to modernity and the constant call for change. Reaction is shown to take two distinct forms: first, as a rejection of progress and a defence of traditional culture and values; and second, as a common sense disquiet and distaste towards elites. These are seen as entirely valid responses to the failure of modernity. 'Reaction' presents an original and thoughtful critique of modernity and a defence of tradition. It will be of interest to anyone concerned that we are heading too far and too quickly in the wrong direction.
