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Book SynopsisDo you lurch from one fundraising campaign to the next, or are you able to step back and take the long view? The way you approach fundraising can make all the difference to your charity's success and its ultimate survival. The prudent fundraiser has to have a strategy in place that is both robust and dynamic, and this book will set you on the path to achieving that. Grounded in robust theory but with the needs of practitioners at its heart, this book will be your indispensable aid. It shows you how to: * Understand the internal and external fundraising environment * Identify your strategic objectives and key audiences * Structure your tactics * Track, measure and control your plan * Avoid strategic wear-out With additional insights around contemporary issues and advice on how to establish an ethical framework for your fundraising, this guide is a pre-requisite for all fundraising professionals.Trade Review‘This is a really welcome guide to the elements of creating and implementing a fundraising strategy, filled with useful and practical tools to create a fundraising plan grounded in insight. The content on fundraising ethics, inclusion and diversity, and emergent and agile strategy makes this book incredibly relevant in today’s changing fundraising landscape.’ Katie Simmons, Director of Fundraising Strategy, British Red CrossTable of Contents1 Introduction 2 The external audit 3 The internal audit 4 Research 5 Identifying your audience 6 Developing your message 7 Tactics 8 Contemporary issues in fundraising 9 Fundraising ethics 10 Monitoring and control 13 Getting buy in 11 Budgeting and scheduling 12 Avoiding wearout

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Book SynopsisWhich European and non-European ideas and practices facilitated the shaping of European unity? Or rather, which pursuits led to deadlocks in the cooperation between states? The book seeks answers to these questions by surveying the historical attempts at realizing supranational patterns of governance in Europe since the Middle Ages. The main focus is on the nineteenth and twentieth century organizational models of European unification. The analysis draws on an abundance of historical and legal source material. While the author encourages critical thinking about European integration, the exploration is admittedly based on specific values. Éva Bóka claims that the struggle for the humanization of power with its democratic creative force has been the major driver in the development of the system of liberties and the idea of European unity. The analysis of the historical process up to the Lisbon Treaty (2007) with the recognition of common, shared, and supported competences meets the author’s set of values to a great extent. The last part of the book examines whether the European Union can serve as a political and economic organizational model for other parts of the world.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction: The Idea of European Unity, the Western System of Liberties, and the Dichotomy of Federalism versus Intergovernmentalism 1. The Most Important Achievements of the Idea of European Unity in the Field of State and International Organization before the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen (1789) 1.1 Defense Unions and the Theoretical Differentiation between the Alliances of States 1.2 European Universalism 1.3 The Idea of Liberty and the Principles of a Civil State and Union of States 2. A New Democratic Constitutional Federal State in Opposition to Feudalism and Colonization: The Constitution of the United States of America (1787) and Its Influence in Europe 2.1 The Constitution of a Democratic Federal Republic under a President (1787) 2.2 The “Hamilton Method” 2.3 The Dichotomy of a Fictive versus Real Economy 2.4 The Main Phases of Democratization of the Idea of European Unity 3. The Dilemma of Democratization of the Idea of European Unity (1789–1815) 3.1 The French Revolution and the Attempt to Establish Democracy and Popular Sovereignty in a Unitary Nation State 3.2 Kant in Search of a Democratic International Policy (Foedus Pacificum) 3.3 The Conservative Breakthrough 4 The European Phenomenon of Nation State and National Empire, and the Chances of a European Federation (1815–1919) 4.1 Romantic Nationalism 4.2 The German and Italian Unification 4.3 The Swiss Confederation (1848) 4.4 Plans for the Reconstruction of the Habsburg Monarchy 4.5 The Federalist Opposition to the Liberal Democratic Unitary Nation-State 4.6 Colonialism of European Great Powers and the Forgotten Idea of European Unity 4.7 The Forgotten Europe: The Treaty of Versailles, and the League of Nations 5 The Crisis of Realization of the Western System of Liberties and the Idea of European Unity between the Two World Wars 5.1 In the Shadow of Dictatorships 5.2 The Idea of Pan-Europa 5.3 Plans for a European Economic Union 5.3.1 The Dichotomy of Liberal versus Statist Economic Theory 5.3.2 Planning European Economic Unity 5.4 The Great Depression and the New Deal of Roosevelt 5.5 The Great Depression and Hitler’s Europe 6. Fight for a Democratic Europe 6.1 Coudenhove-Kalergi and the Pan-European Movement 6.2 L’Ordre Nouveau and Personalist or Integral Federalism 6.3 The Resistance Movement—Launching the Policy of a European Democratic Federation Based on the Idea of Liberty 7. In Search of a New Europe: Three Alternatives 7.1 Atlantic Cooperation 7.2 Confronting the Legacy of Colonization—“Eurafrica” in a Decolonization Perspective 7.3 To Become a Great Power from Europe’s Own Democratic Forces: The Federalist Reform 8. Realizing the Idea of European Unity in the Framework of the Council of Europe 8.1 The Hague Congress (1948): Intergovernmentalist, Federalist, and Functionalist Bases of a European Union 8.2 Intergovernmentalist Majority and the Council of Europe 9. Shaping the Supranational European Union 9.1 Functionalist Sectoral Integration: The “Monnet-Method” 9.1.1 Criticism of the “Monnet-Method” by Contemporaries 9.2 Supranationalism toward Federalism (1952–1954) 9.3 The Rome Treaties and the European Economic Community (1957) 9.4 De Gaulle’s Intergovernmentalist “European Concert” 9.5 Spinelli: Relaunching Integration, Reviving Federalism 9.6 The Delors’s Reform: Federation of Nation States and of People 9.7 European Union (1992): A New Type of Federalist Functionalist and Intergovernmentalist Functionalist Union of States Based on Subsidiarity and Multilevelism 10 Outlook: Future Paths and Perspectives 11 The World and Europe (EU): Some Responses to the Challenge of European Modernity 11.1 Responses from India (Gandhi and Nehru) 11.2 Some African Answers (Nkrumah, Senghor, Nyerere) 11.3 Responses and Challenges from Confucian East Asia (Japan, China) 11.3.1 The Japanese Answer (Yukichi Fukuzawa) 11.3.2 The Chinese Responses and Challenge (K’ang Yu-wei, Sun Yat-sen, Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping) 11.4 The Vision of Peaceful International Organization 12 Concluding Thoughts Bibliography About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisGrants fundraising is a significant and highly competitive income source for charities, contributing over £3 billion of income from UK trusts and foundations alone. This guide shows you how to maximise the value of grants fundraising for your charity. By adopting a holistic view of fundraising, it takes into account all of the elements of the grant-seeking process rather than over-focusing on the proposal-writing stage.This title will make essential reading for all grants fundraisers whether new to the area or not.Trade Review‘This guide captures the essence of successful grants fundraising and is so well written the practical and well-informed advice jumps off the page. I also love the thoughtful analogies, examples and case studies that add depth to the information. If fundraisers follow Neela Jane’s wise suggestions, they will succeed.’ Amanda Delew, Director, Solid Management and Consultancy Services; ******* ‘I loved this book! Neela Jane has written a practical guide full of helpful tips, tools and examples to help you build relationships with trusts and foundations and to succeed in the complex world of fundraising. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve got some fundraising experience and want to keep improving, this book is full of ideas that will help.’ Rob Woods, Author and Fundraising TrainerTable of ContentsIt will help you * Recognise the context for grants fundraising * Find and understand your funders * Plan your approach * Build the relationship and submit the ask * Establish good stewardship * Submitting the ask * Building the relationship * Troubleshoot potential problems

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Book SynopsisThe Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 jeopardizes the country's independence and its chances for Western-style development. However, the heroic attitude of the Ukrainian people, combined with a solidifying national identity, makes the domestic foundations for a western turn stronger than ever. After the invasion, building strong foundations of liberal democracy will be a top priority. In addition to alleviating immediate problems, the country must also address its post-communist legacy and address the constraints of patronalism. The authors of this edited volume, leading Ukrainian scholars supplemented by colleagues from Hungary, examine the chances of an anti-patronal transformation after the war. The book provides an overview of the development of Ukraine's political-economic system: color revolutions in 2004 and 2014 brought democratic transformation, but no change in the patronage system The result was patronal regime cycles instead of the emergence of a Western-type liberal democracy in the country. Building on the conceptual framework of the editors' The Anatomy of Post-Communist Regimes (CEU Press, 2020), the 12 chapters examine the impact of the war on patronal democracy, the relational economy, clientelist society, and the international environment in which Ukraine operates. This collection is complemented by the book entitled Russia. Imperial Endeavor and Geopolitical Consequences.Table of ContentsChronology of Modern Ukraine (1922–2022) Preface by Henry E. Hale I. Ukraine’s Patronal Democracy: Actors, Processes, and Social Roots Ukrainian Regime Cycles and the Russian Invasion – Bálint Madlovics and Bálint Magyar Patronalism and Limited Access Social Order: The Case of Ukraine – Vladimir Dubrovskiy Continuity and Change of the Social Contract in Ukraine: The Case of Contested Anti-Corruption Policies – Oksana Huss Regime Cycles and Neopatrimonialism in Ukraine – Oleksandr Fisun, Uliana Movchan War, De-oligarchization, and the Possibility of Anti-Patronal Transformation in Ukraine – Mikhail Minakov II. Oligarchic Structures and the War: A Chance for Anti-Patronal Transformation? Ukrainian Oligarchs: The War as a Challenge – Igor Burakovsky, Stanislav Yukhymenko Ukraine’s Energy Sovereignty in Time of War: Russia Lost Influence, but the Oligarchs Did Not – Dmytro Tuzhanskyi The Main Driving Forces of De-Patronalization in Ukraine: The Role of Ukrainian Business – Vladimir Dubrovskiy Ukraine’s Criminal Ecosystem and the War: Ukrainian Organized Crime in 2022 –Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime - GI-TOC III. The Ukrainian Society: Anti-Patronal Changes in Identity and Activism From Patronalism to Civic Belonging: The Changing Dynamics of the National-Civic Identity in Ukraine – Evgenii Golovakha, Kateryna Ivashchenko-Stadnik, Oksana Mikheieva, Viktoryia Sereda The Ukrainian Civil Volunteer Movement during Wartime (2014–2022) – Csilla Fedinec Ukraine’s Religious Landscape: Between Repression and Pluralism – Denis Brylov, Tetiana Kalenychenko Transforming Patronal Democracy Bottom-Up: Two Logics of Local Governance in Ukraine – Oleksandra Keudel Contributors Index

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Book SynopsisDeath, burial, and the afterlife were as important to the ancient Egyptians as how they lived. This well-illustrated book explores all aspects of death in ancient Egypt, including beliefs of the afterlife, mummification, the protection of the body, tombs and their construction and decoration, funerary goods, and the funeral itself. It also addresses the relationship between the living and the dead, and the magico-religious interaction of these two in ancient Egyptian culture.Salima Ikram's own experience with experimental mummification and funerary archaeology lends the book many completely original and provocative insights. In addition, a full survey of current development in the field makes this a unique book that combines all aspects of death and burial in ancient Egypt into one volume.Trade ReviewA Book Riot 100 Must-Read Book on Ancient History"Dr. Salima Ikram's Death and Burial in Ancient Egypt is among the best works on the subject presently on the market. Dr. Ikram's work breathes with a love of the subject matter and, refreshingly, lacks the academic jargon which mars so many otherwise fine books on this subject. Dr. Ikram has recreated the mummification process in modern-day laboratories and so brings a practical, as well as scholarly, approach to the subject. This book takes a reader from the early history of ancient Egypt through the beliefs and funerary practices of the people and includes the development of the mastaba tombs and the later pyramids. An excellent work and highly recommended."—Ancient History Encyclopedia"This is a splendid volume for all students of ancient Egypt, and it cannot be recommended too highly. Non-specialists will appreciate the useful glossary, chronology, and list of further readings. Highly recommended.”—G. R. G. Hambly, University of Texas at Dallas“This book provides an excellent introduction to the whole subject area.”—Rosalie David, Egyptian Archaeology"Summarizes current knowledge extremely well and is highly recommended to anyone interested in this particular aspect of Egyptology."—Victor Blunden, Ancient Egypt"Considering the book's wide scope, scientific reliability and comprehensible text, it is very well-suited for anyone wishing to learn more about ancient Egypt in a limited time. It provides a good overview for both lay-people and students of archaeology.”—PalArch's Journal of Archaeology of Egypt / EgyptologyTable of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: The history and land of EgyptChapter 2: Beliefs in the AfterlifeChapter 3: MummificationChapter 4: Animal mummiesChapter 5: Funerary equipment and provisioning the deadChapter 6: The tombChapter 7: Funerals, mortuary cults, the living and the deadGlossaryChronologyFurther reading

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Book SynopsisIn politics, there are no prizes for second place. Luckily, seasoned campaign professionals Mark Pack and Edward Maxfield have distilled successful electoral tactics from around the globe into 101 bite-sized lessons to help steer you on the course to power. Learn how to pass the three-seconds test, why you should actually embrace online trolls, and why you must never, ever, forget the law of the left nostril. Packed with advice and practical tips, this new, fully updated third edition of the classic political guide reveals the insider secrets and skills you need to make sure you're in pole position on election day.Trade Review"This is a wonderful guide to the practical business of running and winning election campaigns - a series of short essays full of good sense and great sayings to inspire, motivate and make you think. Mark and Ed have produced an entertaining and useful handbook for anyone interested in how democracy works - and now they've produced a new, improved edition that is even better." - John Rentoul, The Independent "This indispensable how-to guide - crammed as it is with inspirational quotes, practical wisdom and plenty of evidence of what works in the real world - won't necessarily guarantee you victory, but it could significantly increase your chances! A must-read (as well as a fun read) for all campaigners." - Tim Bale, professor of politics, Queen Mary University of London "This book is a must-read for any campaigner or politico regardless of experience. It is full of interesting anecdotes as well as the latest research and best practice from around the world. I have used its wisdom at every step of my career. If you're interested in winning elections this is the book for you!" - Layla Moran MP

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Book SynopsisChapter 1: Introduction - Section A: Trustworthy science communicators - Chapter 2: Scientist-citizenship, scientist-activism, scientist-rhetors: Reconceptualizing the ethos of expertise for the crises of our times.- Chapter 3: The role of science communication in building trust in scientific expertise.- Chapter 4: Contestation of science, post-truth regimes, and emotions, A review.- Chapter 5: Celebrity scientists as mediators between science and the public in an acute health crisis.- Chapter 6: Communicative roles of scientists in intermingling online public arenas: An analytical framework.- Chapter 7: Trusting the martyr: The appeal of the rogue expert archetype in science-skeptical narratives - Section B: Trust and the field of science communication.- Chapter 8: Third-order science communication: What is it, and where can I get some?.- Chapter 9: The devil in the disciplines: Towards a science communication culture informed by field-specific self-reflection.- Chapter 10: Riskcommunication and stories.- Chapter 11: Post-truth science communication as knowledge (of) failure.- Chapter 12: Science communication in small countries: Language, communities and trust.- Chapter 13: Dialogical digital relationships: A model for digital science.- Chapter 14: Portraying pesticides: An application of CLT in news coverage of glyphosate in French and German English-language online articles.- Chapter 15: Science communication in family communication in the age of artificial intelligence: Who is more trustworthy to children: parents or robots?.- Chapter 16: The evil corporation trope: An analysis of popular science-fiction films - Section C: Trust in science.- Chapter 17: Beyond the binary of trust and mistrust.- Chapter 18: How public good matters complicate the public trust question for science.- Chapter 19: Resources, values, trust: Sharing in stem cell research.- Chapter 20: The definitional and measurement problems of trust and distrust in science.- Chapter 21: Trust cues in content about science: How the media present female and male scientists differently.- Chapter 22: Identifying segments of trust in science in South Africa and Germany: A comparative study.- Chapter 23: Personal epistemologies and science information: Exploring the role of scientific evidence and trust.- Chapter 24: The complex discursive construction of trust in vaccines' among parents: a cross-linguistic study.- Chapter 25: Spelling errors and 'shouting' capitalization implicitly lead to linearly additive penalties to trustworthiness of online health information: Online randomised experiments with laypersons.- Chapter 26: Conclusion.

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Book SynopsisPlay the game. Change the game.Discover some of the bravest and most inspirational women out there with these stunning portraits by Daniela Henríquez. Compare notes on 32 of the most courageous women ever, from Malala Yousafzai and Rosa Parks to Marie Curie and Amelia Earhart.Get ready to inspire the next generation of changemakers and groundbreakers while playing this fun and informative game!

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Book SynopsisHave you ever stopped and wondered where your jeans came from? Who made them and where? Ever wondered where they end up after you donate them for recycling? Following a pair of jeans, Clothing Poverty takes the reader on a vivid around-the-world tour to reveal how clothes are manufactured and retailed, bringing to light how fast fashion and recycling are interconnected. Andrew Brooks shows how recycled clothes are traded across continents, uncovers how retailers and international charities are embroiled in commodity chains which perpetuate poverty, and exposes the hidden trade networks which transect the globe. In this new and updated edition, Brooks retraces his steps to look at the fashion industry today, and considers how, if at all, the industry has changed in response to mounting consumer pressure for more ethical clothing. Stitching together rich narratives, from Mozambican markets, Nigerian smugglers and Chinese factories to London’s vintage clothing scene, TOMS shoes and Vivienne Westwood’s ethical fashion lines, Brooks uncovers the many hidden sides of fashion.Trade ReviewAn interesting and important account. * Daily Telegraph *Revealing. * Independent *Brooks packs a great deal of such detail into a fast-paced and readable book. * Morning Star *This engaging and well-written book focuses on some of the least explored outcomes of the fast-fashion system we all live in – that is, what we increasingly and quickly cast off. * Alessandra Mezzadri, SOAS, University of London *Thought-provoking and insightful. A fascinating, must-read text for those interested in the ethics surrounding sustainability in fashion and design. * Alison Gwilt, author of Fashion Design for Living and A Practical Guide to Sustainable Fashion *By bringing global systems of clothing provision into clearer view, the book offers valuable resources for vigorous debate over what an alternative world might look like. * Gillian Hart, University of California, Berkeley *A lively exploration of the hidden world of fast fashion and second-hand clothing that invites us to think of where our clothes come from. * Karen Tranberg Hansen, Northwestern University *A book that sparks with intelligence, mapping a world that connects inequalities, Vivienne Westwood, post-consumption and second-hand garments. * Kate Fletcher, London College of Fashion *Table of ContentsPreface to the second edition Introduction 1. A biography of jeans 2. Clothes and capital 3. The shadow world of used clothing 4. Cotton is the mother of poverty 5. Made in China and Africa 6. Second-hand Africa 7. Persistent poverty 8. Old clothes and new looks 9. Ethical clothing myths and realities 10. Fast-fashion

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights, get to know the people. Sweden is a strikingly beautiful country with a reverence for the natural environment. Its extremes in geography, climate, and history have given rise to a population that values honesty, self-sufficiency, and harmony. Swedes are a rights-driven, modern, and tech-savvy people who also retain a deep respect for their own cultural legacy. A good background knowledge of the beliefs and values that make up the Swedish way of life will prove invaluable for anyone hoping to do more than just scratch the surface. Culture Smart! Sweden offers insights into the lives and personalities of the Swedes today, along with tips on socializing, communication, and how to make the most of your time there. Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.Trade Review"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers," - Sunday Times Travel; "...the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries," - Global Travel; "...full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas," - Observer; "...as useful as they are entertaining," - Easy Jet Magazine; "...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world," - New York TimesTable of ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. The people who inhabit the diverse landscapes of this beautiful land are proud, friendly, hospitable, and hardworking, but to understand the culture in any depth, you need to know the complex historical divisions between the highlands and the coast, and the rigid class and racial discrimination that has dominated the country's history. This updated edition of the award-winning Culture Smart! Ecuador takes you beyond the usual descriptions of what to see and digs into the heart of this multi-layered nation to give you an insider's view of the people and their traditions, history, food, and culture, and the practical tools to make the most of your time there. Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.Trade Review"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers," - Sunday Times Travel; "...the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries," - Global Travel; "...full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas," - Observer; "...as useful as they are entertaining," - Easy Jet Magazine; "...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world," - New York TimesTable of ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisThe second-largest country in South America, Argentina has been through great changes in recent years. Its journey from dictatorship to democracy has left many scars, but these are largely eclipsed by the pride and resilience of the Argentinian people, who have developed a style, a language, and a joie de vivre that are all their own. Embracing much more than gaucho, tango, and soccer, Argentina is very unlike its neighbors. And, due to the unique way in which it evolved, is quite different from the expectations many visitors have of a stereotypical Latin American destination. This new, updated edition of Culture Smart! Argentina looks at the attitudes and values of the people and how they've adapted to the challenges and events of the last decade. It introduces you to their customs, traditions, fiestas, lifestyle, and cuisine, and provides you with the essential tools to make the most of your time here.Trade Review""Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers," - Sunday Times Travel;""...the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries," - Global Travel;"...full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas," - Observer;"...as useful as they are entertaining," - Easy Jet Magazine;"...as useful as they are entertaining," - Easy Jet Magazine"Table of ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisBurn It Down! is a testament to what is possible when women are driven to the edge. Collecting over seventy-five manifestos from around the world, Burn It Down! is a rallying cry and a call to action. Among this quarrel- some sisterhood, you’ll find ACT UP’s Queer Nation Manifesto, Emma Goldman’s 1896 Anarchy and the Sex Question, Valerie Solanas’s SCUM Manifesto and The Combahee River Collective Statement

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Book SynopsisIf you’re looking for fresh, playful ideas to spark your baby’s curiosity, build their confidence and support their development, look no further! Written by the renowned childcare experts at My First Five Years, the popular app designed to help parents support their child's physical, cognitive and emotional development, this unique book of 60 activities explains the why behind different types of play, and shows you how to make the most of short, daily moments together. You might be wondering why your baby loves to show you objects they’ve found, or why they prefer some toys to others. Have you questioned why they can roll from their back onto their tummy, but not the other way around? This book breaks down the science of early childhood development into concise summaries, and includes easy, realistic ideas for play that make the most of development opportunities. The activities are clearly set out with step-by-step instructions, lists of equipment, and benefits for your baby. The book is split into six streams of development – social and emotional, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and cognitive – and each chapter includes a summary of the underlying science followed by simple, fun play ideas you can do at home with your baby. From tasty finger paint to egg box puzzles, the ideas fit neatly into daily life and focus on enhancing play into pivotal learning moments. There are also QR codes featured throughout, linking to additional related content. Beautifully colour illustrated and full of tips and advice, this book is perfect for building the foundations for your baby’s lifelong learning, development, health and wellbeing. 'This app has been incredible helpful in helping me navigate the minefield that is being a new mother.' - Praise for the My First Five Years app

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Book SynopsisCentred around the bold voices of millennials and Gen Zs, Smashing the Patriarchy explores how young Indian women from diverse backgrounds ingeniously overcome the patriarchy in their everydayives. From beauty, body politics, and sexuality, to caste, power, and the paradox of choice, the book explores a wide range of women''s issues and draws important connections between these. In the chapter On Beauty'' the author examines why women pursue or reject mainstream beauty standards and the real-life repercussions of their choices. Ishq in the Times of Tinder'' considers the conundrum that isove and what women want (and don''t want) from partnerships. The chapter Women at Work'' focuses on how young hyper-informed (and tech-savvy) women have shifted work culture across industries. Demystifying the Feminine'' examines how women across the socio-cultural spectrum define and express femininity. Society, Sanskar, and Choice'' dives into society''s conception of honour and the backlash dissenting women face when they go against the norm. Taking its inspiration from multi-disciplinary theories, grounded and deepened by interviews with a variety of experts and numerous women, Smashing the Patriarchy is an astonishingly insightful exploration of the collective psyche of modern Indian women.

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Book SynopsisNo matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you! The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers. Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners. Jennifer Murray provides a rich toolbox of supportive ideas to promote and protect wellbeing for both you and your pupils, and to help all to flourish. Activities such as 'care treasure maps' and 'connection clubs' are easy to try and to sustain, and all have been used to make a positive difference in primary schools across the UK. There is a section dedicated to teacher wellbeing as well as a broad range of strategies to use in the classroom with your pupils, covering language, relationships, physical movement, self-awareness, appreciation and awareness of your environment and much more.Trade ReviewThis book is filled to the brim with interesting, varied and practical ideas for busy teachers so that they can positively influence children’s wellbeing for many years to come. -- Adrian Bethune * author and founder of Teachappy @AdrianBethune *Bursting with lots of little ideas sure to have a BIG impact on your wellbeing. Brilliant! * Pooky Knightsmith, author of The Mentally Healthy Schools Workbook @pookyh *Just another book on wellbeing? Far from it – Jennifer has written a book that can help embed wellbeing into your culture and curriculum. Ten balanced and reflective sections allows the practitioner to collate ideas for staff and pupils into the long term strategy for MHWB in your school. * Andrew Cowley, author of The Wellbeing Toolkit and The Wellbeing Curriculum @andrew_cowley23 *Lots of super wellbeing ideas from Jennifer Murray. Some may be familiar to the reader, but all are presented in an engaging and accessible format that is supported by on-line resources. * Mary Mountstephen, Editor for SEN Magazine @SENMagazine *The author's values and experience illuminate every page - full of engaging ideas and wise words. A must-read for everyone wanting to nurture the wellbeing of teachers and children! -- Anna Lise Gordon * Professor of Education @AnnaLiseGordon *Jennifer shares 100 practical ideas to support staff and pupil wellbeing in an easy to go to format. Simple, common sense ideas to ensure your cup is full enabling you to be the teacher you want to be by putting your wellbeing first in order to support other colleagues and the children. * Rachel Orr, Leadership Coach and Retired Headteacher @RachelOrr *100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Wellbeing by Jennifer Murray is packed with ideas and strategies to encourage, engage and empower all teachers and school leaders to create a culture of care and wellbeing in their schools. * Patrick Ottley-O’Connor, Wellbeing and Leadership Coach @ottleyoconnor *If ever the teaching profession needed a book, it is this one! Within it are so many simple and helpful suggestions. There is something for any teacher, at any career stage. -- Dr Vicky Randall * Senior Fellow in Teacher Education, University of Winchester *

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Book SynopsisA practical guide to having brave and difficult conversations, overcoming bias and challenging stereotypes to make your secondary classroom a safe space.

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Book SynopsisYour essential guide to being an effective primary geography lead with clear summaries of relevant research, practical and inclusive classroom examples, case studies and ideas for PD sessions all applied carefully and specifically to primary geography.

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Book SynopsisWe are living through a cost of living crisis, with interest rate hikes and the prices of everyday consumables and energy bills sky-rocketing. Why is this happening? Sometimes we are told that wages are too high, or that the government has "printed" too much money or that events far away, such as the war in Ukraine, are solely to blame. The plain argument that high prices go together with high profits, falling wages, and weak production is often distorted and hidden by mainstream commentary in the media and elsewhere. This plain-speaking pamphlet tells it straight: the big businesses dominating production and distribution make huge profits out of high inflation, while working people lose out. It sets out factual evidence to illustrate that the source of record profits is the fall in real wages as inflation rises. A large part of the income of working people is being transferred directly into the profits of big business. The pamphlet shows that the deeper roots of the "cost of living crisis" lie in the very low investment and poor productivity growth for many years. The basic steps to resolving the crisis are simple: prices, especially of essentials, must be brought down, and wages, salaries, benefits, and pensions must be increased.Trade Review[An] excellent little book -- Will Podmore * The Morning Star *A small book with a mighty big punch ... Closely argued in clear, accessible language, [The Cost of Living Crisis] demolishes the decades-old lie that wage rises are the source of inflation, and backs that case with hard facts. * Scottish Socialist Voice *

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Book SynopsisFeaturing concept art, sketches, and interviews with key artists and writers essential to the creation of Captain America, Marvel: Captain America Art Book is a comprehensive visual guide that explores the complete history of the Star Spangled Man!

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Book SynopsisThis life-changing book offers practical wisdom and scientific insights on the profound effect and use of sounds and words in day-to-day life.

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