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Book SynopsisGustav Klimt's Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I (1907), reproduced here, is a stunning example of the Viennese Jugendstil style. With the subject's face emerging from the background like a lucid dream, the portrait is hauntingly beautiful. Seized by the Nazis in the 1940s, the painting was recovered and today is on display in New York. Size: Width: 507mm (20") x Height: 685mm (27") Interior: 1000 piece Colour: Yellow Premium quality blue board (specially formulated cardboard) 1000 jigsaw pieces Complex imagery Decorative printed and textured paper (similar to our hardcover journals)

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Book SynopsisThe Little Prince, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (1900–1944), is a classic of children’s literature that has become one of the most translated books in the world. His unmistakable illustrations and the tale’s collective ideas on the human condition continue to captivate and inspire imagination in readers of every age. Size: Width: 180mm (7') x Height: 230mm (9') x Depth: 20mm (¾') Interior: Lined GSM (paper weight): 120 Cover: Hardcover Pouch Type: Memento Pouch

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Book Synopsis The design reproduced here is taken from a panelled skirt known as a mamianqun, a garment worn by Han Chinese women in the traditional Hanfu dress style. Hanfu dates back more than three millennia to the Song and Liao dynasties, when it became popular due to both its functionality and its aesthetic style. Size: Width: 180mm (7') x Height: 230mm (9') x Depth: 20mm (¾') Interior: Lined GSM (paper weight): 120 Cover: Hardcover Pouch Type: Memento Pouch

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Book SynopsisCeltic mythology and breathtaking animation unite in a first-of-its-kind stationery collection created in partnership with Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon. Reproduced here is artwork from The Secret of Kells, a retelling of the origin of the Book of Kells and the first film in the studio's Irish Folklore Trilogy.

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Book Synopsis Reproduced here is artwork from WolfWalkers (2020), the third and final installment in Cartoon Saloon's Irish Folklore Trilogy. Inspired by shape-shifters in Irish mythology, specifically the manwolves of Ossory, WolfWalkers tells the story of a young apprentice hunter, Robyn, who arrives in Ireland with her father during a time of superstition and magic to wipe out the last wolf pack. The enchanted world of the WolfWalkers aims to explore the balance between man and nature, wildness, and order. Size: Width: 180mm (7') x Height: 230mm (9') x Depth: 20mm (¾') Interior: Lined GSM (paper weight): 120 Cover: Hardcover Pouch Type: Memento Pouch

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Book Synopsis Reproduced here is artwork from WolfWalkers (2020), the third and final installment in Cartoon Saloon's Irish Folklore Trilogy. Inspired by shape-shifters in Irish mythology, specifically the manwolves of Ossory, WolfWalkers tells the story of a young apprentice hunter, Robyn, who arrives in Ireland with her father during a time of superstition and magic to wipe out the last wolf pack. The enchanted world of the WolfWalkers aims to explore the balance between man and nature, wildness, and order. Size: Width: 180mm (7') x Height: 230mm (9') x Depth: 20mm (¾') Interior: Unlined GSM (paper weight): 120 Cover: Hardcover Pouch Type: Memento Pouch

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Book SynopsisItaly has been imagined and re-imagined by Western civilization from the latter part of the Renaissance to the present day. The Italian in Modernity provides a comprehensive overview of this conceptualization, in a volume that promises to become the leading introduction to current research in the field.In this study, Robert Casillo and John Paul Russo look at both Italy and Italian America to explore the paradoxical representation of Italy as the originator of modernity that has resisted many modern tendencies. Covering topics that include travel writing, gender, modernization and Italian decline, national character and stereotypes, immigration, and film, Casillo and Russo discuss writers and artists as diverse as Stendhal, Stäel, Burckhardt, Puccini, D''Annunzio, Santayana, Hemingway, and Coppola. Masterfully linking multidisciplinary sources along a broad historical continuum, The Italian in Modernity is essential to anyone interested in Italian culture andTrade Review'Russo and Casillo's volume is stimulating for all those interested in the Italian's role in the history of idea's; for the student (or scholar) of Italian culture and national identity, it is an indispensable resource. Broad in scope, rich in detail, and truly multidisciplinary in method, The Italian in Modernity offers rich reflections for all.' -- Amy Chambless Journal of Modern Italian Studies vol 18:01:2013 'The Italian in Modernity is an ambitious, wide-ranging and theoretically sophisticated collection of essays in the University of Toronto's Italian Studies series...These are fine and provocative essays.' -- Stanislao G. Pugliese Annali d'italianistica vol 31: 2013Table of ContentsPreface * Stendhal and Italy * Is Italy Civilized? * After the Grand Tour: Leisure, Tourism, and their Discontents * The Unbroken Charm: New Englanders in Italy * Isle of the Dead * From Italophilia to Italophobia in the Gilded Age * Puccini's American Theme *"To Die Is Not Enough!" Hemingway and D'Annunzio * The Hidden Godfather: Plenitude and Absence in Coppola's Trilogy * The Representation of Italian Americans in American Cinema: From the Silent Film to The Godfather Index

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Book SynopsisHealth Fitness Management, Third Edition, provides an in-depth picture of the challenging and rewarding role of the health and fitness club manager. Leading experts in the fitness industry share their insights in a practical manner, making this text the most authoritative and field-tested guide to fitness management success. Whether they are providing service to members, ensuring club safety and profitability, or motivating staff to perform at their best, health and fitness club managers need the right mix of skills and flexibility to support the success and continued growth of their clubs. This third edition addresses recently emerging topics and offers practical tools that will help health club managers succeed: Opening chapter scenarios set the stage and put readers in the shoes of a club manager. New case studies emphasize the importance of thoroughly understanding legal responsibilities and obligations. Best practices and tips for managing social media pages give the reader practical ways to maximize marketing efforts and grow the business. Reproducible forms save time in creating templates for common agreements and records, such as a membership agreement, an equipment maintenance form, and a guest registration and exercise liability waiver. To further support its applied approach, Health Fitness Management, Third Edition, incorporates updated research and industry trends as it leads readers through key managerial development areas. It starts with organizational fundamentals and the payoffs of thoughtful staff recruitment, training, development, and retention. It then shifts to methods for attracting and retaining members while also increasing profitability with the right mix of products and services. Finally, it reviews operational and facility management functions, covering everything from reading financial statements and maintaining equipment to understanding and managing risk. To aid with retention and for easy reference, The Bottom Line segments sum up the key points to emphasize the most important topics in the text. Learning objectives, key terms, and a list of references round out each chapter to foster a better learning experience. Instructors will have access to an instructor guide, which contains additional practical assignments, and a test package for gauging student comprehension. Written by industry experts, Health Fitness Management, Third Edition, is the fundamental resource for the management and operation of health and fitness facilities and programs. Enhanced with practical scenarios and applied knowledge, it provides a solid foundation for students preparing for a management career in the health and fitness industry, and it serves as an essential reference for professionals already enjoying the challenges and opportunities of club management.Table of ContentsPart I. Human ResourcesChapter 1. Recognizing the Importance of Leaders and Managers Exploring Management and Leadership Theory Acknowledging the Difference Between Managing and Leading Struggling as a Manager: Pitfalls to Avoid Succeeding as a Manager: A Strategy to Manage TalentChapter 2. Understanding Organizational Design Growth and Management Positions Roles and Responsibilities Writing Job Descriptions For-Profit Organizations Not-For-Profit Community Facilities Hospital-Based Fitness Centers Corporate-Based Fitness OrganizationsChapter 3. Recruiting the Best Staff for Your Facility Analyzing Staffing Needs Utilizing Job Descriptions Designing the Appropriate Recruiting Vehicle Developing Interview Strategies Selecting the Best Candidate for the PositionChapter 4. Training and Developing Staff Five Steps to Creating Internal Training Programs Outside Resources for Training and Development Assessment of Training CostsChapter 5. Managing Staff Performance Role of the Manager in Staff Performance Steps in Managing Performance Employee TerminationChapter 6. Developing a Compensation Program Forms of Compensation Compensation and Management Compensation Program Basics Performance-Based PayPart II. Member Recruitment, Retention, and ProfitabilityChapter 7. Marketing Your Program Developing Strategic Marketing Plans Marketing Research Identifying Target Markets Defining Marketing Goals and Objectives Planning the Company Brand and Program Brand Social Media Marketing Best Practices in Modern Marketing Writing an Effective Marketing Plan Evaluating Marketing ProgramsChapter 8. Increasing Membership Sales Fostering a Partnership Between the Reception Desk and the Membership Staff Telephone Best Practices Maximizing the Face-to-Face Selling Process Corporate and Group Membership SalesChapter 9. Focusing on Customer Service Recognizing the Importance of Customer Service and Loyalty Identifying Your Customer Understanding What the Customer Wants Training Staff for Exceptional Customer Service Dealing With Difficult Customers Customer Service Best Practices Monitoring the Effects of Customer ServiceChapter 10. Retaining Members Through Program Management Membership Retention Establishing the Purpose of Programming Diversification of Activities Progression of Programs Promotion of Programs Reliability of the Schedule Accountability for Growth and Retention Programming by Logical Progression Developing a Successful Program Recognizing the Importance of Program DirectorsChapter 11. Generating Revenue Through Profit Centers Development and Organization of Profit Centers Five Common Profit CentersPart III. Operations and Facility ManagementChapter 12. Understanding Financial Management Cash Versus Accrual Accounting Financial Statements Budgeting Income Management Accounts Receivable Sales Analysis Expense Management Tax ConsiderationsChapter 13. Risk Management: Addressing Health and Safety Concerns Anthony Abbott and Mike Greenwood Creating a Safe Environment Screening Before Activity Administering Physical Fitness Assessments Designing Safe Exercise Programs Providing Safety Orientation Supervising Members Managing Emergencies Risk Management DocumentationChapter 14. Maintaining Your Facility Mike Greenwood and Anthony Abbott Maintenance Activities Four Areas of Maintenance Management Determining Maintenance Needs Performing a Needs Assessment Planning the Facility Maintenance Program Personnel Implementing a Maintenance Program Evaluating Facility Maintenance Developing a Preventive Maintenance ProgramChapter 15. Understanding Legal and Insurance Issues John Wolohan Civil Versus Criminal Liability Tort Law Contracts Employment Law Insurance ConsiderationsChapter 16. Strategic Planning and Evaluation Strategic Planning Evaluation Health and Fitness Evaluation Model Location Analysis Industry Evolution and Differentiation

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Book SynopsisGrounded in extensive interviews, newly declassified government documents, and archival research, this book thoroughly examines the 1971 events in Wilmington, North Carolina, and the subsequent movement for justice that strongly influenced the wider African American freedom struggle.Trade ReviewA passionate, intensely engaging portrait of the group's initial mission, as well as the terrible personal lifelong toll the struggle took." - Kirkus Reviews"The subject matter is fascinating. . . [and] illustrative of how far Americans still have to go in bridging our society's divisions." - Publishers Weekly"Simultaneously thorough and concise, deeply researched, and insightful, The Wilmington Ten deserves a wide readership."" - Journal of Southern History"Provides fresh insight into hard truths about procedures used by the state to suppress and repress black challenges to the racial status quo. . . . A sincere exploration of black politics in the 1970s, one that takes seriously black power activists and ideologies." - American Historical Review"No one explains this complicated story better than Kenneth Robert Janken. . . . Shows the complicated ways the 1970s black revolt took up the unfinished civil rights agenda, especially its attempt to resist white terror." - Journal of American History"Explodes what little is left of [the] cut-and-paste version of the [civil rights] movement, reminding readers that many different movements were operating over a period of decades. . . . An important, approachable study." - North Carolina Historical Review"Janken's highly recommended history of student racial protest provides a historical perspective on the current struggle for diversity within academia and the black lives matter movement." - Library Journal"This first book-length scholarly treatment of the event is meticulously researched and compelling in its analysis. . . . Highly recommended." - Choice

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Book SynopsisIn SARS Stories, Belinda Kong delves into the cultural archive of the 2003 SARS pandemic, examining Chinese-language creative works and social practices at the epicenters of the outbreak in China and Hong Kong. As the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted issues of anti-Asian racism and sinophobia, Kong traces how Chinese people navigated the SARS pandemic and created meaning amid crisis through cultures of epidemic expression. From sentimental romances and Cantopop songs to raunchy sex comedies and crowdsourced ghost tales, unexpected and minor genres and creators of Chinese popular culture highlight the resilience and humanity of those living through the pandemic. Rather than narrating pandemic life in terms of crisis and catastrophe, Kong argues that these works highlight Chinese practices of community, care, and love amid disease. She also highlights the persistence of orientalism in anglophone accounts of SARS index patients and global reporting on COVID-era China. Kong shows hTrade Review“As we still come to grips with the COVID-19 pandemic, Belinda Kong’s SARS Stories provides a powerful testament to the ways in which cultural discourse—fiction, film, and digital media—shape our understanding of pandemic narratives. In the process, Kong reveals the often tenuous line between the truths conveyed through ‘fiction’ and the lies that sometimes haunt the ‘facts.’” -- Michael Berry, author of * Translation, Disinformation, and Wuhan Diary: Anatomy of a Transpacific Cyber Campaign *“As our contemporary pandemic commonsense swings from jingoism to denialism, reading Belinda Kong’s incredibly learned and daring book has been not just enlightening but, dare I say, therapeutic. Kong has taught me to think anew about pandemic epistemologies in relation to race, empire, and power while giving name to my own desire for ‘pandemic prosociality.’ Written with warmth, curiosity, and verve, SARS Stories will speak to anyone and everyone who has tried to make sense of the past several years of pandemic life.” -- Sunny Xiang, author of * Tonal Intelligence: The Aesthetics of Asian Inscrutability During the Long Cold War *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments vii Introduction 1 1. Pandemic Ordinariness: Epidemic Romances and Female Sentiments 33 2. Pandemic Humor: Digital Prosociality for the Epidemic Socius 77 3. Pandemic Resilience: Deextinction and the Hong Kong Cantophone 112 4. Pandemic First Patients: Deperilizing the Anglophone SARS Archive 180 Afterword 238 Notes 241 Bibliography 267 Index 285

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Book Synopsis Health for Life provides the keys necessary for adopting healthy habits and committing to healthy living in high school and throughout the life span. The text covers all of the components of personal well-being, including physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health. It provides students the knowledge in making healthy choices and fosters the skill development required for taking healthy actions. Health for Life helps students in these ways: Analyze how key influences affect their health and wellness, such as family, peers, media, and technology Explore consumer topics and use appropriate resources to find answers to challenging questions Sharpen their interpersonal communication skills as they share health knowledge; debate controversial topics; demonstrate refusal, negotiation, and refusal skills; manage interpersonal conflicts; and promote healthy living among their peers Use decision-making skills and applyTable of ContentsUnit I. Understanding Health and Wellness Chapter 1. Introduction to Health and Wellness Chapter 2. Health Behavior Change and Personal Health Chapter 3. Choosing Healthy Lifestyles Unit II. Preventing Disease and Seeking Care Chapter 4. Understanding Your Body Chapter 5. Diseases and Disability Chapter 6. Emotional Health and Wellness Chapter 7. Health Care Consumerism Unit III. Embracing Priority Lifestyles Chapter 8. Nutrition: Foundations for Healthy Eating Chapter 9. Nutrition: Energy Balance and Consumer Nutrition Chapter 10. Physical Activity: Health and Fitness Basics Chapter 11. Physical Activity: Getting Started With Your Plan Chapter 12. Stress Management Unit IV. Building Relationships and Lifelong Health Chapter 13. Healthy Relationships and Family Living Chapter 14. Reproductive and Sexual Health Chapter 15. Health and Wellness Throughout Life Unit V. Avoiding Destructive Habits Chapter 16. Tobacco Chapter 17. Alcohol Chapter 18. Drugs and Medicine Unit VI. Creating Healthy and Safe Communities Chapter 19. Safety and First Aid Chapter 20. A Healthy Environment Chapter 21. Community and Public Health

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