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B & H London Consignment From Hungary with Love
Born in Budapest, Cecilia Vajda was a dynamic and vivacious pioneering musician, totally dedicated to her art. Appointed Director of the Hungarian Radio Choir in 1959, she enjoyed a highly successful career in a male dominated world - a woman very much ahead of her time.Cecilia came to England in 1967 following an invitation from Yehudi Menuhin on the recommendation of the celebrated Hungarian composer Zoltán Kodály. Once here, she began to introduce and popularize Kodály''s Concept of Music Education throughout the UK, founding the British Kodály Academy in 1981.Honoured in 2009 with the prestigious Bartók Pásztory Award, yet as this volume so vividly recalls, while Cecilia Vajda''s supreme gifts gave her music such an unforgettable quality, amid all the many trials and tribulations, it was her natural goodness that shone through to bring such an added distinction to a rich and fulfilling life.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC A Handbook for Churchwardens and Parochial Church Councillors
A newly revised and updated edition of the authoritative handbook for both newly elected and existing churchwardens.First published in 1921, this handbook has sold over a million copies and has become the standard guide for churchwardens and members of PCCs. It is indispensable for all who wish to tread a clear path through the sometimes complex legislation and know the extent of their responsibility as elected Church officers. This new edition has undergone a full update to include: - The complete revision of the Church Representation Rules relating to parishes- The statutory list of works to churches and churchyards which may be undertaken without a faculty or other permission- Amendments to the Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956, the Churchwardens Measure 2001 and other legislationFlowcharts and checklists add to the usefulness of this volume, as do the legal forms and notices relating to parishes.
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Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation A Better Direction: National Enquiry into the Training of Directors for Theatre, Film and Television
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd Maryland Landscapes
Take a photographic journey across Maryland. From its beaches on the Atlantic coastline and the Chesapeake Bay to the fall colors of the mountains of western Maryland, 48 images provide a beautiful overview and an appreciation of the many interesting facets of this geographic region. In the early 1970s, this peninsula was relatively untouched by the housing and business sprawl that rapidly developed around the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. corridor. This new book shows not only the landscape in all its magnificent glory, but also the connection that has developed between the built environment and the natural environment throughout the Old Line State. Residents and visitors alike will enjoy this keepsake.
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C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd I, Warbot: The Dawn of Artificially Intelligent Conflict
An Economist Best Book of 2021 Artificial Intelligence is going to war. Intelligent military systems are already reshaping conflict—from the chaos of battle, with pilotless drones and robot tanks, to the headquarters far from the action, where generals and politicians use technology to weigh up what to do. AI changes how we fight, and even how likely it is that we will. Warbots will be faster, more agile and more deadly than today’s crewed weapons. New tactics are already emerging, but much deeper thinking is needed. When will an intelligent machine escalate, and how might you deter it? Can robots predict the future? And what happens to the ‘art of war’ as machines become creative? An international campaign against ‘killer robots’ hopes to ban AI from conflict. But the genie is out—autonomous weapons are too useful for states to outlaw. Still, crafting sensible rules for our warbots is possible. This fascinating book shows how it might be done.
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Berghahn Books On the Nervous Edge of an Impossible Paradise: Affect, Tourism, Belize
There are beastly forces in Belize. Forces that are actively involved in making paradise impossible. On the Nervous Edge of an Impossible Paradise is a collection of seven stories about local lives in the fictional village of Wallaceville. They turn rogue in the face of runaway forces that take the form and figure of a Belize beast-time, which can appear as a comic mishap, social ruin, tragic excess, or wild guesses. Inciting the affective politics of life in the region, this fable of emergence evokes the unnerving uncertainties of life in the tourist state of Belize.
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Verso Books Capital: New York, Capital of the 20th Century
Here is a kaleidoscopic assemblage and poetic history of New York: an unparalleled and original homage to the city, composed entirely of quotations. Drawn from a huge array of sources-histories, memoirs, newspaper articles, novels, government documents, emails-and organized into interpretive categories that reveal the philosophical architecture of the city, Capital is the ne plus ultra of books on the ultimate megalopolis.It is also a book of experimental literature that transposes Walter Benjamin's unfinished magnum opus of literary montage on the modern city, The Arcades Project, from 19th-century Paris to 20th-century New York, bringing the streets to life in categories such as "Sex," "Commodity," "Downtown," "Subway," and "Mapplethorpe."Capital is a book designed to fascinate and to fail-for can a megalopolis truly be written? Can a history, no matter how extensive, ever be comprehensive? Each reading of this book, and of New York, is a unique and impossible passage.
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Austin Macauley Publishers From the Leader's Chair
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Business of Leisure: Tourism, Sport, Events and Other Leisure Industries
Whereas leisure was once treated as a social service, a business culture has swept through what remains of the voluntary and public sectors today. Ken Roberts explains how and why this has happened, what it means for tourism, sport, the arts and broadcasting, and why events, in particular mega-events, have become prize acquisitions. The Business of Leisure addresses the trend towards commercialisation in the provision of leisure that has not only continued but accelerated since the 2004 publication of The Leisure Industries. This updated second edition reflects how recent developments such as the age of austerity, demographic changes and the rise of digital information technologies have transformed the leisure sector. At the same time, the book demonstrates how voluntary associations and public providers have been able to withstand the ever-growing pressures from big business and commerce. This thought-provoking text provides both a historical overview and an up-to-date introduction to the contemporary study of leisure. It is an invaluable resource for students in areas such as leisure studies and management, sports studies, tourism and events management, as well as those on management, business and sociology courses.
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Association for Scottish Literary Studies Robert Burns: (Scotnotes Study Guides)
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Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Complete Piano Player: Omnibus Compact Edition
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Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Complete Piano Player: Book 3
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Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Complete Piano Player: Book 1
£12.43
Hal Leonard Europe Limited The Complete Piano Player: Book 4
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SPCK Publishing Paul Through Mediterranean Eyes: Cultural Studies In 1 Corinthians
The result of over thirty years of research and lecturing, Paul Through Mediterranean Eyes is a ground-breaking study of Paul's first epistle to the Corinthians. Bailey examines this canonical letter through the lenses of Paul's Jewish socio-cultural and rhetorical background and the Mediterranean context of the Corinthian recipients.
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Oxford University Press Oxford Children's Classics: The Wind in the Willows
This Oxford Children's Classic features the complete unabridged text, an introduction by M.G. Leonard, and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities, and more . . . One morning Mole, sick and tired of spring cleaning, leaves his burrow and heads to the river. Here he meets Ratty and their friendship turns his quiet, orderly life into one of fabulous adventure.
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McGraw-Hill Education - Europe Improvised Medicine: Providing Care in Extreme Environments
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Deliver quality healthcare in the most challenging field conditionsComprehensive yet compact, practical, and enduring, Improvised Medicine: Providing Care in Extreme Environments, Second Edition, is the one book to toss into your bag when going to practice medicine in global, disaster, or other resource-poor settings, including theaters of war, regions of civil unrest, and economically deprived areas.Full of practical clinical pearls and field-tested strategies, this indispensable guide provides detailed instructions on how to work successfully outside of your comfort zone. It demonstrates how to devise effective treatment solutions when the traditional tools (medications, equipment, and staff) are unavailable or when providing care outside your primary area of expertise.In any crisis, from power failures and computer crashes to floods, tsunamis, and earthquakes, knowing how to deal with the unique challenges encountered saves lives and communities. This reference gives you that knowledge and inspires innovative crisis resolution.FEATURES:· Simple-to-follow directions, diagrams, and illustrations describing practical techniques and improvised equipment necessary to provide quality care during crises · Contains improvisations in anesthesia and airway management, dentistry, gynecology/obstetrics, infectious disease/laboratory diagnosis, internal medicine, otolaryngology, pediatrics and malnutrition, orthopedics, psychiatry, and surgery· Covers situational analysis and basic needs in a crisis; specific triage, diagnosis, and stabilization efforts; medical interventions for surgical and non-surgical problems; and debunks some commonly reported improvised techniques · Features public health measures, basic disaster communication techniques, post-disaster forensics, a model hospital disaster plan, and innovative patient-transport methods· New to the second edition: More concisely written, more e
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Skyhorse Publishing New Essential Guide to Hong Kong Movies
Extensively revised and expanded, The New Essential Guide to Hong Kong Movies includes over 670 film reviews, a poster gallery, and a look at the key studios that made Hong Kong cinema so amazing, along with insights into the Hong Kong movie industry written by global superstar Jackie Chan and Hong Kong film stars Cynthia Rothrock, and Vincent Lyn. Rick Baker and Ken Miller have curated a huge selection of reviews of kung fu and swordplay films, gangster flicks, crime dramas, action, horror, fantasy, erotic, and assorted Category III films, sharing their love for these distinctive, kinetic, and sometimes utterly bizarre Hong Kong genre productions with an infectious enthusiasm.
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ORION Second Woman
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Diagnosis & Imaging of Chronic Pancreatitis
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Rowman & Littlefield Legality and Community: On the Intellectual Legacy of Philip Selznick
Bridging the fields of sociology, legal and social theory, and moral philosophy, Philip SelznickOs scholarship has inspired countless students and readers. In this volume, twenty-four distinguished scholars explore the enduring significance of SelznickOs work in a variety of social contexts, particularly the search for responsive law and governance, humane institutions, and a sensible balance between freedom and communal life.
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McGraw-Hill Cognitive Psychology 2e
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Penguin Books Ltd Four Tragedies: Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth
The theme of the great Shakespearean tragedies is the fall from grace of a great man due to a flaw in his nature. Whether it is the ruthless ambition of Macbeth or the folly of Lear, the irresolution of Hamlet or the suspicion of Othello, the cause of the tragedy - even when it is the murder of a king - is trifling compared to the calamity that it unleashes. Despite his flawed nature, however, the tragic hero has a nobility that emphasizes the greatness of man. From this paradox the audience is brought to a greater understanding of - and sympathy with - suffering. The four tragedies in this collection are accompanied by notes and an introduction to each text, making this edition of particular value to students and theatre-goers.
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Rebellion Publishing Ltd. Judge Dredd: The Darkest Judge
What if at the end of Judge Dredd: Judgement Day a different strategy was used in order to stop the zombie invasion? Instead of Judge Dredd executing Sabbat the Necromagus this plan involves dropping dimension-bombs to shift the whole zombie horde into a different reality. This means disaster for all the other characters published in the pages of 2000 AD as the zombies infect everyone from Rogue Trooper to Sinister Dexter, from Ace Trucking to The V.C.'s. There is now a whole multiverse of zombies that need killing, and only a few heroes left to take care of business!
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The University of Michigan Press Learning by Voting: Sequential Choices in Presidential Primaries and Other Elections
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Motilal Banarsidass, The Cosmic Calculator: Answer Book
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Critical Narrative Inquiry: Ethics, Sustainability & Action to Critical Narrative Inquiry - Storytelling, Sustainability & Power
£235.79
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Musculoskeletal Injections
Clear, concise description of more than 100 US-guided injections in musculoskeletal medicine.A Doody's Core Title for 2022!Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Musculoskeletal Injections includes numerous tips and tricks from the field's most experienced and respected practitioners. This unique and state-of–the-art text is ideal for physiatrists, rheumatologists, sports medicine physicians, radiologists, pain medicine specialists, and orthopedic surgeons. With a focus on safety and efficacy, this atlas is a worthwhile investment for any practitioner looking to add ultrasound-guided procedures to their practice or is looking to sharpen their skills. The book opens with informative coverage of the fundamentals of MSK US, including ultrasound physics, preparation and set-up for MSK US procedures, and the rationale and evidence for performing these procedures. The main body of the book dedicates one chapter to a specific US-guided injection or procedure. Each chapter design includes sections on key points, pertinent anatomy, common pathology, US imaging, indications, and technique. The book is divided into 8 sections: Shoulder Elbow Hand and wrist Pelvis Knee Foot and ankle Special procedures (rotator cuff, Percutaneous Trigger finger release, Ultrasound-guided Carpal Tunnel release, and Tenex) Introduction Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Musculoskeletal Injections includes coverage of the full spectrum of procedures, ranging from basic US guided joint injections to perinerual injections, tenotomies, and surgical procedures such as percutaneous A1 pulley release, making the book the field's first true cornerstone text and the "go to" resource for any clinician interested in the subject.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Writing That Works: How to Communicate Effectively in Business
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Springer International Publishing AG Excursions in Number Theory, Algebra, and Analysis
This textbook originates from a course taught by the late Ken Ireland in 1972. Designed to explore the theoretical underpinnings of undergraduate mathematics, the course focused on interrelationships and hands-on experience. Readers of this textbook will be taken on a modern rendering of Ireland’s path of discovery, consisting of excursions into number theory, algebra, and analysis. Replete with surprising connections, deep insights, and brilliantly curated invitations to try problems at just the right moment, this journey weaves a rich body of knowledge that is ideal for those going on to study or teach mathematics. A pool of 200 ‘Dialing In’ problems opens the book, providing fuel for active enquiry throughout a course. The following chapters develop theory to illuminate the observations and roadblocks encountered in the problems, situating them in the broader mathematical landscape. Topics cover polygons and modular arithmetic; the fundamental theorems of arithmetic and algebra; irrational, algebraic and transcendental numbers; and Fourier series and Gauss sums. A lively accompaniment of examples, exercises, historical anecdotes, and asides adds motivation and context to the theory. Return trips to the Dialing In problems are encouraged, offering opportunities to put theory into practice and make lasting connections along the way. Excursions in Number Theory, Algebra, and Analysis invites readers on a journey as important as the destination. Suitable for a senior capstone, professional development for practicing teachers, or independent reading, this textbook offers insights and skills valuable to math majors and high school teachers alike. A background in real analysis and abstract algebra is assumed, though the most important prerequisite is a willingness to put pen to paper and do some mathematics.
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Highland Books Jesus Centre Stage: Theatre, Radio, Church, TV
Jesus is alive and well in theatre (even if showbiz upsets believers). Theatre-lovers will enjoy exploring our rich English tradition of dramatic portrayals of Jesus. Here is a study that ranges widely, from medieval Mystery Plays to Berkoff and from stage to broadcast media. Students (of drama and/or missiology) will find here a treasure-trove of references, critiques and listings. There are plenty of practical applications for: 1. actors cast in the part of Jesus 2. playwrights 3. producers and directors 4. churches planning to use drama, either as amateurs or with invited professionals.
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Lang Syne Publishers Ltd The MacLeod: The Origins of the Clan MacLeod and Their Place in History
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Green Wellies Publishing Lambing Time
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Green Wellies Publishing Shearing Day
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Animal Atlas: A Pictorial Guide to the World's Wildlife
Explore the animal kingdom with this pictorial atlas of the world's wildlife.Where do animals build their homes? How do they survive in very hot and cold climates? Why are so many species endangered? Discover the answers to all these questions and many more in The Animal Atlas. Learn where in the world different animal species are found; what kind of habitats they live in; what they eat; and how they find their mates.The Animal Atlas is packed with beautiful, life-like depictions of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Each species is carefully hand-drawn to show details of fur, feathers, or scales, while accompanying captions reveal fascinating facts about the animal's behaviour.This lavishly illustrated nature book explores the different continents and countries of the world, with helpful information on geography, climate, and vegetation. It travels through different biomes, such as forests, deserts, and lakes; and through specific regions, from the Everglades to the Galapagos, Himalayas, and Great Barrier Reef.First published in 1992, this atlas has been updated for the 2020 edition and is a beautiful gift for a new generation of zoologists.
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MIT Press Ltd Foundations of International Macroeconomics
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Oxford University Press Broken Hierarchies: Poems 1952-2012
Broken Hierarchies collects twenty books of poems by Geoffrey Hill, written over sixty years, and presents them in their definitive form. Four of these books (Ludo, Expostulations on the Volcano, Liber Illustrium Virorum, and Al Tempo de' Tremuoti) have never before appeared in print, and three of them (Hymns to Our Lady of Chartres, Pindarics, and Clavics) have been greatly revised and expanded.
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Playdead Press Wind in the Willows
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Welbeck Publishing Group The Wind in the Willows
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Paul Holberton Publishing Ltd John Carr of York: Collected Essays
John Carr of York (1723 – 1807) was one of the most prolific and significant architects of the eighteenth century, with an output of over 400 designs, most of which were executed. His designs vary from simple gateways through to the grandest schemes, such as that for the palatial hospital at Oporto in Portugal, Harewood House and village in Yorkshire, and Basildon Park in Berkshire.
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Harvard University Press Latin: Story of a World Language
The mother tongue of the Roman Empire and the lingua franca of the West for centuries after Rome’s fall, Latin survives today primarily in classrooms and texts. Yet this “dead language” is unique in the influence it has exerted across centuries and continents. Jürgen Leonhardt has written a full history of Latin from antiquity to the present, uncovering how this once parochial dialect developed into a vehicle of global communication that remained vital long after its spoken form was supplanted by modern languages.Latin originated in the Italian region of Latium, around Rome, and became widespread as that city’s imperial might grew. By the first century BCE, Latin was already transitioning from a living vernacular, as writers and grammarians like Cicero and Varro fixed Latin’s status as a “classical” language with a codified rhetoric and rules. As Romance languages spun off from their Latin origins following the empire’s collapse—shedding cases and genders along the way—the ancient language retained its currency as a world language in ways that anticipated English and Spanish, but it ceased to evolve.Leonhardt charts the vicissitudes of Latin in the post-Roman world: its ninth-century revival under Charlemagne and its flourishing among Renaissance writers who, more than their medieval predecessors, were interested in questions of literary style and expression. Ultimately, the rise of historicism in the eighteenth century turned Latin from a practical tongue to an academic subject. Nevertheless, of all the traces left by the Romans, their language remains the most ubiquitous artifact of a once peerless empire.
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Windhorse Publications The Promise of a Sacred World: Shinran's Teaching of Other Power
In this pioneering book, in turns poetic and philosophical, Nagapriya shows how the insights into the existential condition offered by Shinran can transform our understanding of what Buddhist practice consists in, and what it means to awaken to our ultimate concern. Shinran (1173 – 1263) is one of the most important thinkers of Japanese Buddhist history, and founder of the Jōdo Shinshū Pure Land school. Nagapriya explores Shinran’s spirituality and teachings through close readings, confessional narrative, and thoughtful interpretation. This book is an invitation to reimagine Shinran’s religious universe, not for the sake of historical curiosity, but as an exercise that has the potential to remake us in the light of our ultimate concerns.
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Green Wellies Publishing Farmer in Training: Sheep in the Garden
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Oxford University Press The Wind in the Willows
Enter the world of The Wind in the Willows, where Mole leaves his burrow and discovers the wonders of the great outdoors. Joined by his new friend Ratty, the two embark on a journey of summertime bliss along the riverbank. But their adventure takes an unexpected turn when they meet reckless Toad, and the stern Mr. Badger. Together, they find themselves caught up in thrilling escapades to rescue Toad and restore order to Toad Hall, involving stolen cars, prison sentences, daring escapes, and dastardly villains. With beautifully-drawn characters and a heartwarming tale of unwavering friendship, The Wind in the Willows has stood the test of time and continues to be cherished by generations. This gift edition features stunning illustrations and a brand-new introduction by David Roberts, making it a perfect choice for all ages. The book features the original text, with one chapter omitted with younger readers in mind. Whether read for the first time or revisited with fond memories, this sumptuous and contemporary edition is sure to delight.
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Broadview Press Ltd The Good Soldier: A Tale of Passion
One of the most important works of twentieth-century British literature, The Good Soldier addresses the lives and interrelationships between two couples: one American, one British. A tragicomic novel of manners, in which John Dowell narrates the disintegration of both his own and another marriage, the work’s depiction of passion and intrigue offers an ironic reading of Edwardian-era values.The Broadview edition features the text of the first edition of the novel published by John Lane and The Bodley Head in 1915. It also includes: other writings by Ford Madox Ford (“On Heaven,” excerpts from Henry James: A Critical Study, “On Impressionism,” and “Techniques”); contemporary reviews; and Ezra Pound’s obituary of Ford Madox Ford.
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Plural Publishing Inc Voice and Communication Therapy for the Transgender/Gender Diverse Client: A Comprehensive Clinical Guide
Voice and Communication Therapy for the Transgender/Gender Diverse Client: A Comprehensive Clinical Guide, Third Edition is the first resource of it's kind for speech-language pathologists and voice clinicians who assist transgender/gender diverse clients in developing authentic voices, language, and nonverbal communication congruous with their gender identification. Such challenges for both transfeminine and transmasculine people are far from insurmountable with proper training. This third edition builds on the work of the first two editions and provides for a larger and better informed core of speech language pathologists with the specialized skills to train transgender/gender diverse clients. Outstanding features include thorough background information on history, sociology, psychology, and medical terminology relevant to this population and the overall role of the voice therapist and speech-language pathologist in the transition of a transgender client. Chapters cover each aspect of a communication training program, including case studies, summaries, appendices and an extensive bibliography. New to this edition: *A PluralPlus companion website including "before and after" audio files of communication therapy examples *A new co-editor, Jack Pickering, brings a fresh perspective and decades of experience in transgender voice and communication *A chapter addressing the voice and communication needs of transmasculine individuals This text guides clinicians who work with the population in designing and administering a mindful, focused, and efficient treatment plan. Speech-language pathologists, ENT physicians, and professors within the areas of singing, theatre, and voice disorders will find this text to be a necessary resource.
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Distributed Art Publishers Picasso: Painting the Blue Period
New insights into Picasso’s Blue Period, through innovative technology that reveals hidden compositions, motifs and alterations, plus hitherto unknown information on the artist's materials and process This lavishly illustrated volume reexamines Pablo Picasso’s famous Blue Period (1901–04) in paintings, works on paper and sculpture. Relying on new information gleaned from technical studies performed on The Blue Room (Le Tub) (1901), Crouching Beggarwoman (La Miséreuse accroupie) (1902) and The Soup (La Soupe) (1903), this multidisciplinary volume combines art history and advanced conservation science in order to show how the young Picasso fashioned a distinct style and a pronounced artistic identity as he adapted the artistic lessons of fin-de-siècle Paris to the social and political climate of an economically struggling Barcelona. Essays, a chronology and a summary of conservation findings contextualize Picasso’s experimental approach to painting during the Blue Period. A major contribution to the burgeoning field of technical art history, Picasso: Painting the Blue Period advances new scholarship on one of the most critical episodes in 20th-century modernism.
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