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Two Years in the Forbidden City
By Princess Der Ling.
Casi Una Mujer
By Esmeralda Santiago. 1999
En su nueva memoria, la aclamada autora de Cuando era puertorriqueña continúa su cautivante crónica describiendo su salida de los…
barrios de Brooklyn a los teatros de Manhattan. Negi, como cariñosamente la llama su familiar, deja Macún, un campo de Puerto Rico, en 1961 para vivir en un apartamento de tres habitaciones en un proyecto de viviendas, con siete hermanas y hermanos pequeños, una abuela preguntona, y una mama estricta que no le dejaba salir con muchachos. A los trece años, Negi añora su propia cama, privacidad, y una vida con su padre, quien permanence en Puerto Rico con su nueva esposa. Mientras traduce para Mami en la oficina del Welfare por la mañana, hace el papel de Cleopatra en el prestigioso Performing Arts High School de Nueva York por las trades, y baila salsa toda la noche, Negi ansía lograr un equilibrio entre ser norteamericana y ser puertorriqueña. Cuando desafía a su madre al salir en una serie de graciosísimas citas, Negi descubre que la independecia trae consigo sus propios retos. Una conmovedora historia universal sobre la llegada de la mayoría de edad, a la vez que una valiente y sincera historia de inmigrantes, Casi una mujer es el triunfal camino de Santiago a hacerse mujer.Os governantes mais insanos: lunáticos, excêntricos e megalomaníacos. Desde Calígula até Kim Jong II
By Michael Rank, Rodrigo Andrea. 2015
Poucos misturas são tão tóxicas quanto o poder absoluto e insanidade. Quando não há obstáculos para os caprichos delirantes de…
um líder serem postos em prática, todos os tipos de resultados bizarros são possíveis. Seja o sultão otomano Ibrahim I praticando arco e flecha nos servos do palácio ou enviando seus conselheiros para encontrar a mulher mais gorda do império para ser sua esposa, ou então o presidente do Turcomenistão Turkmenbashi dando seu próprio nome aos dias da semana, e construindo uma estátua dourada de 24 metros voltada para o sol. Os líderes insanos têm atormentado a sociedade por milênios Esse livro irá analisar as vidas das dez diguras mais desequilibradas da história. Alguns sofriam com desordens genéticas que levaram à esquizofrenia, como por exemplo o rei francês Charles VI, que pensou que era feito de vidro. Outros acreditavam ser eles mesmos os representantes de Deus na terra e escreveram escritos religiosos que garantiam que o leitor iria para o céu, mesmo que o mesmo fosse pouco alfabetizado. Qualquer que fosse o seu background, esses ditadores mostram que a dinastia política se certificava que um herdeiro leg'timo sempre chegasse ao trono - não obstante sua condição mental - e que o poder pode destruir uma menta pior do que qualquer doença mental.Vanessa Hudgens: An Unauthorized Biography
By Grace Norwich. 2007
Vanessa Hudgens is the star to watch. She has admiring fans the world over, thanks to her starring role as…
Gabriella Montez in the Disney Channel's smash hit High School Musical.Hero Tales From American History
By Henry Cabot Lodge, Theodore Roosevelt.
You Must Remember This
By Robert J. Wagner, Scott Eyman. 2014
The legendary actor and bestselling author of Pieces of My Heart offers a nostalgic look at Hollywood's golden age For…
millions of movie lovers, no era in the history of Hollywood is more beloved than the period from the 1930s through the 1950s, the golden age of the studio system. Not only did it produce many of the greatest films of the American cinema, but it was then that Hollywood itself became firmly established as the nation's ultimate symbol of glamour and style, its stars almost godlike figures whose dazzling lives were chronicled in countless features in magzazines like Photoplay and Modern Screen. While these features were a standard part of the work of studio publicity departments, they told eager readers little about what life was really like for these celebrities once they stepped out of the public eye. No one is better qualified to tell that story than Robert Wagner, whose own career has spanned more than five decades and whose New York Times bestseller, Pieces of My Heart, was one of the most successful Hollywood memoirs in recent years. You Must Remember This is Wagner's intimate ode to a bygone time, one of magnificent homes, luxurious hotels, opulent night-clubs and restaurants, and unforgettable parties that were all part of the Hollywood social scene at its peak. From a dinner party at Clifton Webb's at which Judy Garland sang Gershwin at the piano to golf games with Fred Astaire, from Jimmy Cagney's humble farmhouse in Coldwater Canyon to the magnificent beach mansion built by William Randolph Hearst for Marion Davies, from famous restaurants like the Brown Derby and Romanoff's to nightspots like the Trocadero and the Mocambo, Wagner shares his affectionate memories and anec¬dotes about the places and personalities that have all become part of Hollywood legend. As poignant as it is revealing, You Must Remember This is Wagner's account of Hollywood as he saw it, far from the lights and cameras and gossip columns--and a tender farewell to the people of a mythical place long since transformed, and to a golden age long since passed.Veterinarian (Careers With Character)
By John Riddle. 2014
Find out what it takes to be a veterinarian with character... Veterinarians need many skills, including: *The ability to analyze…
problems; *Knowledge of new developments and techniques in veterinarian medicine; *The confidence to handle animals who are sick or injured; and *Communication skills for speaking with animal owners and other professionals. Veterinarians don't only work with animals; they also work with people. That's why these professionals need the core qualities of good character-- Integrity... Compassion... Courage... Responsibility... A sense of fairness... Self-discipline... And citizenship. A career in veterinary medicine can be both rewarding and exciting. Veterinarian will tell you more.A Mountain Woman
By Elia Wilkinson Peattie.
A vivacious tale of a woman in which Peattie has effectively expressed that Nature can capture a man's most innate…
ideas and feelings. The woman who is captivated by the splendor around her and artificial life-style of cities is compared with the heartwarming experience of the one living close to nature. The portrayal of rustic life is picturesque and fascinating!First Across the Continent
By Noah Brooks.
Environmental Science & Protection: Keeping Our Planet Green
By Cordelia Strange. 2011
Global warming, water and air pollution, and the loss of ecosystems are just a few of the environmental issues facing…
us today. The good news is there are actions we can take to prevent further issues, and hopefully even to correct some of the negative effects. There are even people who choose a career in environmental science and devote their lives to studying and trying to fix environmental issues--could you be one of them? The young adults of today will be the job force of tomorrow, so choosing a career that will best fit with the needs of the changing world will be important to job satisfaction and a successful life. With the vast array of career and job options, it will also be important for young adults to understand which work will be the best match for their interests, talents, goals, and personality types. Certain careers are expected to gain importance within the early decades of the twenty-first century. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for environmental scientists and specialists is expected to grow much faster than the average rate for all occupations. The environmental issues facing the planet today affect everyone in the world. If you choose a career in environmental science, you would be a part of making the planet a healthier place for future generations. You could help save the world--and that's not a bad day's work!Ever Is a Long Time: A Journey Into Mississippi's Dark Past
By W. Ralph Eubanks. 2003
In June of 1957, Governor James Coleman stepped before the cameras of "Meet the Press" and was asked whether the…
public schools would ever be integrated. "Well, ever is a long time," he replied, "[but] I would say that a baby born in Mississippi today will never live long enough to see an integrated school. " In this extraordinary pilgrimage, Library of Congress Publishing Director W. Ralph Eubanks recaptures the feel of growing up during this tumultuous era, deep in rural Mississippi. Vividly re-creating a time and place where even small steps across the Jim Crow line became a matter of life and death, he offers eloquent testimony to a family's grace against all odds. Inspired by the 1998 declassification of files kept by the State Sovereignty Commission-an agency specifically created to maintain white supremacy-the result is a journey of discovery that leads Eubanks not only to surprising conclusions about his own family, but also to harrowing encounters with those involved in some of the era's darkest activities.All trainee teachers in England and Wales have to sit numeracy and literacy skills tests in order to achieve Qualified…
Teacher Status (QTS) which permits them to continue or start teaching. How to Pass the QTS Numeracy and Literary Skills Tests includes both literacy and numeracy revision and mock tests. The numeracy section starts at a low level and includes a diagnostic test, a maths review, mental and general arithmetic practice, and revision of statistics. It gives the reader a good grounding in the skills needed to pass the test, particularly if maths has always been a weak subject or hasn't been revised in years. The literacy section includes practice material on spelling, punctuation, grammar and comprehension. It highlights the areas where people commonly have problems, and provides easy to follow explanations and practice questions and answers.One Thousand Mustaches
By Allan Peterkin. 2012
The 'stache is back! After decades of being much maligned in Western culture, the mustache is enjoying a cultural renaissance,…
thanks to the annual phenomenon of Movember (the international campaign in which men grow facial hair during the month of November to raise funds for prostate cancer research; in 2011, 1.8 million men in fourteen countries participated), and the retro/modern mo's sported by the likes of Ryan Gosling, Ashton Kutcher, and James Franco. Shaving companies are offering new-fangled mustache groomers, and even Dr Seuss's mustachioed The Lorax has made a comeback.One Thousand Mustaches is both a lighthearted cultural history and an earnest style manual: it's the story of the 'stache through the ages and its manifestations in politics, war, movies, music, sports, and art, as well as information on various 'stache styles and how to grow and wear them with pride. The book also includes numerous photos and drawings throughout.Contemplating a handlebar or considering a Fu Manchu? Find them and more styles here in One Thousand Mustaches: a book for those with mo's, and those who love 'em.Allan Peterkin is the author of One Thousand Beards and co-author of The Bearded Gentleman.Journalist (Careers With Character)
By Sherry Bonnice. 2014
Find out what it takes to be a journalist with character... Journalists have many career areas from which to choose.…
Some of the most common include: *News reporter; *Editor; *Investigative reporter; *Magazine writer; *Freelance writer; and *Foreign correspondent. Most employers in this field require experience as well as education, and equally important is character. Without the core qualities of a good character, journalists' work does not benefit those it serves. That's why journalists need: Integrity to report a story accurately... Compassion and respect for human beings who need their stories told... And courage to face dangerous situations and withstand pressure. Journalists have the power to fight injustice, ignorance, poverty, and prejudice. Journalist will show you how.Abraham Lincoln: The Freedom President
By Susan Sloate. 1989
The life and times of America's most famous champion of liberty, a man of peace whose fate was to lead…
a nation at war with itself. Join young Lincoln in the Kentucky wilderness and see how his thirst for knowledge and justice led him to the presidency, where he would be called upon to preserve the Union and abolish the evil of slavery forever.From the Trade Paperback edition.Lawyers Gone Bad
By Philip Slayton. 2008
In this shocking and delicious expose, Philip Slayton, a respected corporate lawyer and former dean of law, sheds light on…
those who betrayed clients and committed crimes-sometimes for very little personal gain. While recounting actual cases of Canadian lawyers who ran afoul of the law, using one-on-one interviews with the offenders and their families, Slayton searches for what drives a respected professional to corruption. Sharp and insightful, this book is a call for reform of the legal profession as well as an entertaining, eyebrow-raising look at the few who give lawyers a bad name.Successful Project Management
By Trevor L Young. 2016
Successful Project Management is an essential guide for anyone who wants to improve the success rates of their projects. It…
will help managers to maintain a balance between the demands of the customer, the project, the team and the organization. Covering the more technical aspects of a project from start to completion, Successful Project Management contains tried-and-tested techniques covering project conception and start-up, how to manage stake holders, effective risk management, project planning, launch and execution. Also including a brand new glossary of key terms, it provides help with evaluating your project as well as practical checklists, templates and a key stage work plan to ensure success for any ambitious project manager.The creating success series of books...With over one million copies sold, the hugely popular Creating Success series covers a wide variety of topics and is written by an expert team of internationally best-selling authors and business experts. This indispensable business skills collection is packed with new features, practical content and inspiring guidance for readers across all stages of their careers.Come La Prima Volta
By Lidia Capone, Shawn Inmon. 2012
Vivere e amare in una cittadina americana negli anni '70 Se ricordate ancora il vostro primo amore, il primo appuntamento…
e il primo bacio, allora Come la Prima Volta vi riporterà indietro a quei momenti. Corre l'anno 1976: Shawn incontra Dawn quando lei si trasferisce nella casa accanto. Ben presto diventano amici per la pelle, poi si innamorano l'uno dell'altra. Shawn è un tipo estroverso, appassionato di libri, Dawn è bella e riservata. La loro storia romantica giunge al termine, quando i genitori di Dawn gli impediscono di rivedersi. Non lo faranno - per 27 anni, finché un fortuito incontro non li trascina in un vortice di emozioni e di ricordi. Potrà il tenero legame di quel primo amore non soltanto sopravvivere, ma addirittura rafforzarsi? Come la Prima Volta vi farà vivere la magia dell'amore acerbo nell'America degli anni '70. Non importa quanto cambi il mondo, alcune cose - la musica senza tempo, i balli scolastici, le tenerezze scambiate sui sedili posteriori di una Chevy Vega e, naturalmente, il vero amore - dureranno per sempre.Memoirs of General the Baron de Marbot
By Baron De Marbot, Oliver C. Colt.
The Narrative of William Wells Brown, A Fugitive Slave
By William Wells Brown. 2012
Thirteen years ago, I came to your door, a weary fugitive from chains and stripes. I was a stranger, and…
you took me in. I was hungry, and you fed me. Naked was I, and you clothed me. Even a name by which to be known among men, slavery had denied me. You bestowed upon me your own. Base indeed should I be, if I ever forget what I owe to you, or do anything to disgrace that honored name!