Reference Books
Chicago Review Press Golden: How Rod Blagojevich Talked Himself out of
Book SynopsisNo one did political corruption quite like Rod Blagojevich. The 40th governor of Illinois made international headlines in 2008 when he was roused from his bed and arrested by the FBI at his Chicago home. He was accused of running the state government as a criminal racket and, most shockingly, caught on tape trying to barter away President-elect Barack Obama’s US Senate seat. Most politicians would hunker down, stay quiet, and fight the federal case against them. But as he had done for years, Rod Blagojevich proved he was no ordinary politician. Instead, he fueled the headlines, proclaiming his innocence on seemingly every national talk show and street corner he could find. Revealing evidence from the investigation never before made public, Golden is the most complete telling yet of the Blagojevich story, written by two Chicago reporters who covered every step of his rise and fall and spent years sifting through evidence, compiling documents, and conducting more than a hundred interviews with those who have known Blagojevich from his childhood to his time in the governor’s office. Dispensing with sensationalism to present the facts about one of the nation’s most notorious politicians, the authors detail the mechanics of the corruption that brought the governor down and profile a fascinating and frustrating character who embodies much of what is wrong with modern politics. With Blagojevich now serving 14 years in prison, the time has come for the last word on who Blagojevich was, how he was elected, how he got himself into trouble, and how the feds took him down.Trade Review"Through indefatigable reporting and deft writing, [Chase and Coen] take us into a fascinating, Byzantine world of Chicago politics and power that largely goes unseen." David Mendell, author, Obama: From Promise to Power"This is a lively, intimate primer on the bad and the ugly of Chicago and Illinois politics that reads like a novel by reporter-authors who were there from Blagojevich's promising beginning to humiliating end." Jim Nowlan, senior fellow, Institute of Government and Public Affairs" Golden is the definitive book on former governor Rod Blagojevich. The saga of his life and two trials provide a road map to the highest levels of corruption in Illinois. This cautionary tale leaves us with the task of ending the corrupt political culture that made his crooked wheeling and dealing possible." Dick Simpson, professor, Political Science, University of Illinois and former Chicago alderman"[A] definitive account of one of America's most morally reprehensible political-corruption sagas." Kirkus Reviews"All those interested in the Blago drama or political intrigue in general can dive into this book with relish." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review"[The authors] offer a nuanced context of political corruption overlaid with Blagojevich's extraordinarily flamboyant personality, from the profanity to the hair obsession and outsized ego." Booklist" Golden tells the story of Blagojevich's downfall with admirable detail, although it can be a slog at times." Illinois Issues magazine"It's a crackerjack book that will have you shaking your head with wonder at every turn of a page." Daily Times
£13.25
Chicago Review Press The Flying Machine Book: Build and Launch 35
Book Synopsis2012 Gelett Burgess Children's Book Award Winner in Technology Category Calling all future Amelia Earharts and Chuck Yeagers—there’s more than one way to get off the ground! The Flying Machine Book will show you how to construct 35 easy-to-build and fun-to-fly contraptions that can be used indoors or out. Better still, each of these rockets, gliders, boomerangs, launchers, and helicopters can be made for little or no cost using recycled materials. Rubber bands, paper clips, straws, plastic bottles, and index cards can all be transformed into amazing, gravity-defying flyers, from Bottle Rockets to Grape Bazookas, Plastic Zippers to Maple Key Helicopters.Each project contains a materials list and detailed step-by-step instructions with photos, as well as an explanation of the science behind the flyer. Use this information to modify and improve your designs, or explain to your teacher why throwing a paper airplane is a mini science lesson.Trade Review"Hands-on activities that encourage imaginations to soar." -- Kirkus Reviews"Easy-to-build and fun-to-fly contraptions." -- Learning"Takes paper airplanes to a whole new level." -- The Buffalo News"Easy to build and fun-to-fly contraptions." -- Daily Courier"Author Bobby Mercer offers clear directions and photographs to help kids complete the projects." -- The Indiana Gazette
£999.99
Companion Press,US Loving from the Outside In, Mourning from the
Book SynopsisRecognizing how the need to grieve is anchored in one’s capacity to care for someone, this calming guide contends that the act of mourning is healthy—and necessary—following a life-changing loss. The very foundation of attachment is reflected upon, illustrating devotion as both the primary cause of grief and a crucial source of emotional recovery. Exploring the essential principles of love as well as the reasons behind it, this heartfelt handbook makes it possible to embrace a trying but vital process.
£13.25
Nomad Press Timekeeping: Explore the History and Science of
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£15.15
ParentMagic, Incorporated 123 Magic For Teachers Effective Classroom
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£23.73
African American Images Understanding Black Male Learning Styles
Book SynopsisOffering information for use inside and outside of the classroom, this educational resource delineates how black males learn differently from other students and what can be done to most effectively reach them. Outlining the differences as both behavioral (attention span, aggression, maturation, energy level, and pressure from peers) and educational (verbal skills, organization, gross and fine motor skills, and reading interests) among others, this proposal provides real-world experiences alongside theories, making this an essential guide for educators, parents, counselors, psychologists, and others involved with black male adolescents. A section on how the majority of teachers, who are nonblack and female, can extend their education to overcome differences within the normal classroom setting, and help to reduce the number of black males in special education, is also provided.
£13.25
African American Images What Is the Role of Teens in Your Church?
Book SynopsisExploring the reasons why more than 70 percent of teens stop going to church when they reach adulthood, this impassioned proposal outlines ways that churches can retain their youth populations by giving them opportunities to take on leadership responsibility. Difficult questions, meant to foster self-exploration and self-evaluation within the community, include Are we discriminating against youth? and Do youth feel empowered in our church? Congregations and church leaders are encouraged to take a look at the effort they make to engage teens in terms of budget, space, and programs and to implement methods for increasing this effort and increasing teen involvement. This analysis of religious communities also illustrates models of churches that are utilizing teens in leadership positions and uses these models to propose and advocate a whole new paradigm for the role of youth in the church.
£13.25
KTD Publications Harmonious Path for Buddhist Communities: Advice
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£999.99
Nomad Press Explorers of the New World: Discover the Golden
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£15.15
Nomad Press Explorers of the New World: Discover the Golden
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£19.59
Nomad Press Robotics: DISCOVER THE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF
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£15.05
Nomad Press Robotics: DISCOVER THE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF
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£19.59
Librum Publishers & Editors LLC Fruhe Spielwelten. Zur Belehrung Und Unterhaltung.: Die Spielwarenkataloge Von Peter Friedrich Catel (1747-1791) Und Georg Hieronimus Bestelmeier (1764-1829)
£85.00
