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Philippa of Hainault: Mother of the English Nation is the first full-length biography of the queen at the centre of the some of the most dramatic events in English history. Philippa's marriage to Edward III was arranged in order to provide ships and mercenaries for her mother-in-law to invade her father-in-law’s kingdom in 1326, yet it became one of the most successful royal marriages and endured for more than four decades. The chronicler Jean Froissart described her as, ‘The most gentle Queen, most liberal, and most courteous that ever was Queen in her days.’ Philippa stood by her husband’s side as he began a war against her uncle, Philip VI of France, and claimed his throne. She frequently accompanied him to France and Flanders during his early campaigns of the Hundred Years War. She also acted as regent in 1346 when Edward was away from his kingdom at the time of a Scottish invasion. She appeared on horseback to rally the English army to victory. Philippa became popular with the people due to her kindness and compassion. This popularity helped maintain peace in England throughout Edward's reign. Her son, later known as the Black Prince - the eldest of her thirteen children - became one of the greatest warriors of the Middle Ages. Her extraordinary life did not escape tragedy: in 1348 three of her children died, almost certainly of the Black Death.

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Double Exposure examines the role of film in shaping social psychology’s landmark postwar experiments. We are told that most of us will inflict electric shocks on a fellow citizen when ordered to do so. Act as a brutal prison guard when we put on a uniform. Walk on by when we see a stranger in need. But there is more to the story. Documentaries that investigators claimed as evidence were central to capturing the public imagination. Did they provide an alibi for twentieth century humanity? Examining the dramaturgy, staging and filming of these experiments, including Milgram's Obedience Experiments, the Stanford Prison Experiment and many more, Double Exposure recovers a new set of narratives.

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While many cookbooks are organized by season, (meaning three quarters of the book goes unused for three quarters of the year), A DISH FOR ALL SEASONS flips the script. This creative approach to seasonal cooking features 26 go-to recipes, each with 4 variations. Every dish includes a base recipe - such as a simple frittata, Panzanella salad, sheet pan dinner, or loaf cake - plus 4 adaptations based on the season. Also included are simple instructions and formulas for creating original dishes, giving readers the tools they need to improvise based on the ingredients they have on hand. New and weeknight cooks will appreciate the ease and flexibility of the recipes, and home cooks of all skill levels will enjoy creating seasonal, sustainable dishes that highlight fresh ingredients all year long. With an inviting, photo-rich interior and an unintimidating-yet-substantial package, this is a versatile, repertoire-building cookbook for delicious food at every meal.

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The mission into space is about to commence! Hisssssss goes the sound of the rockets.5... 4... 3... 2... 1...Snakes blast into outer space.they spin around planetsand give stars a chase.This colourful crew of snakes explores stars and planets on a fabuloussss adventure with accessible, fun, sibilant text.Brimming with rocket ships and planets, this outer space adventure is a fun read-aloud as whimsical and charming as its companions, Snakes on a Train and Snakes on the Job.

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A perennial favorite: eyebrow-raisingly stupid things actually uttered by sports stars, politicians, entertainers, and other names from the headlines. Guaranteed to cause chuckles.  BAFFLING GAFFES AND FANTASTIC FUMBLES: This calendar provides your daily dose of absurdly asinine articulations, including statements from truth-challenged politicians, pointless 911 calls, what not to say in court, the dumbest questions asked of Disney employees, and hilarious headlines. A HILARIOUS ROUNDUP OF FAMOUS PEOPLE: Sports stars, politicians, entertainers, names from the headlines—saying really dumb things. Includes quips from Congressman George Santos, Bill Maher, Elon Musk, and more. PLASTIC FREE: Printed on responsibly sourced paper and 100% recyclable.  

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This book covers Munchausen and Munchausen by Proxy (MBP) though the terms have recently changed. The 2013 DSM-V—the update to the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) diagnostic and classification tool—has classified both Munchausen and MBP as "Factitious Systematic Abuse." While thought to have occurred primarily with children and their caregivers, recent research shows a more widespread problem: such medical abuse to spouses, the disabled, the elderly—even pets. Many involve repeat and long-term instances of hospital and medical fraud. This book covers the syndrome itself, interviewing and investigative aspects, victimology, as well indicators in the event of homicide and death.

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It's time to acknowledge that not all working women are interested in climbing the corporate ladder or securing the corner office. Most want and need flexible, less life-consuming work to accommodate their real lives, and it's not weak, lacking ambition or letting down the sisterhood to pursue professional fulfillment and financial security through less lofty, or headline-making ways.Eye-opening and practical, Ambition Redefined is a welcome alternative to 'women's business books'. Sollmann calls it like it is: everyday women want and need flexible work that allows them to unapologetically pursue their own brand of ambition and success. She shows them how without sacrificing themselves, their careers or their families. Armed with practical insights and tools, readers will be empowered to go after opportunities beyond traditional definitions of work, career and success. They will learn why they should never leave the workforce, how to make a case for flexibility in a current full-time job, how to find flexible employers, industries and job functions and how to return to work after time away raising children or caring for elderly parents.

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Children undergo tremendous physical growth and cognitive development during their toddler years. Nurturing Toddlers explores the knowledge behind how a child's mind and body develop during this stage of development, underpinned by the latest research in the fields of child development, psychology, health and well-being. It shows how the choices practitioners and parents make every day can have a deep impact on children's experiences and the practices that can be embedded straight away to support their ongoing development and give them the best opportunities for future success.The book follows a holistic approach through the Nurturing Childhoods Pedagogical Framework, tailored for toddlers gaining greater mobility and autonomy, as we learn to understand children''s evolving capabilities through their engagement in core behaviours and use these to unlock their full potential. Chapters cover:Connecting with toddlers and the importance of communication, moveme

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In August 2005, Brother Roger, the charismatic founder and leader of the Taizé community was attacked and killed whilst praying with more than 2,000 young people. His death came almost 65 years after he crossed the border from his native Switzerland into war-ravaged France and settled in the tiny village of Taizé. At a time when Europe was torn asunder, Brother Roger pondered why such conflict should exist between people, and particularly between Christians. He found himself called to establish a community in which reconciliation and peace would be made concrete day by day. The Taizé community has become one of the world’s most important sites of Christian pilgrimage. Over 100,000 young people from around the world travel there each year for prayer, Bible study, sharing, and communal work. Through the community’s ecumenical outlook, they are encouraged to live in the spirit of kindness, simplicity and reconciliation. 2015 is an anniversary year to celebrate.

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Red Queen meets Shadow and Bone in a debut fantasy about a girl forced to use her gift for sensing-and absorbing-other people's feelings to protect the empire from assassins. Steeped in intrigue and betrayal, Burning Glass captivates with heartrending romance, dangerous magic, and one girl's quest for redemption. In Riaznin, it's considered an honor for Auraseers like Sonya-girls with a rare form of synesthesia-to serve as the emperor's personal protector, constantly scanning for feelings of malice and bloodlust in the court. But Sonya would rather be free. After the queen's murder and a tragic accident, Sonya is hauled off to the palace to guard a charming yet volatile new ruler. But Sonya's power is reckless and hard to control. She's often carried away by the intense passion of others. And when a growing rebellion forces Sonya to side with either the emperor who trusts her or his mysterious brother, the crown prince, Sonya realizes she may be the key to saving the empire-or its greatest threat.

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The Language of Folk offers a wealth of folk repertoire from around the British Isles and further afield, carefully selected and arranged to develop the key skills and vocal styles integral to folk song. Produced in association with The Sage Gateshead and its nationally renowned folk music programme, these books provide a wealth of material both for established folk singers and those new to the world of folk. 20 varied folk songs, progressing from beginner level to around grade 4 Includes both unaccompanied songs and songs arranged with piano accompaniment Informative contextual notes and practice tips for every song Chord names provided for all songs, offering performers the freedom to add their own accompaniment Helpful introduction to the folk song genre, including a beginner’s guide to ornamentation Downloadable online audio with authentic performances of every song by young folk singers, along with backing tracks for the accompanied pieces Complete lyric sheets available as PDFs to download All unaccompanied songs feature on the current Trinity singing syllabus (‘Technical Work’ section)

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Patterns for 25 cute and clever crocheted insects, mollusks, arachnids, and other fun bugs and animals. Hundreds of step-by-step photos illustrate the construction of the projects. Unique patterns include those for ladybirds, frogs, butterflies, aphids, octopuses, seahorses, horseshoe crabs, jellyfish, slugs, worms, scorpions, dragonflies, and spiders. Create one-of-a-kind decorations, toys and gifts.

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