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Some scars never heal . . . An addictive thriller from the author of the mega bestseller GONE GIRL.When two girls are abducted and killed in Missouri, journalist Camille Preaker is sent back to her home town to report on the crimes.Long-haunted by a childhood tragedy and estranged from her mother for years, Camille suddenly finds herself installed once again in her family's mansion, reacquainting herself with her distant mother and the half-sister she barely knows - a precocious 13-year-old who holds a disquieting grip on the town.As Camille works to uncover the truth about these violent crimes, she finds herself identifying with the young victims - a bit too strongly. Clues keep leading to dead ends, forcing Camille to unravel the psychological puzzle of her own past to get at the story. Dogged by her own demons, Camille will have to confront what happened to her years before if she wants to survive this homecoming.

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How the three inaugural First Ladies defined the role for future generations, and carved a space for women in America America’s first First Ladies—Martha Washington, Abigail Adams, and Dolley Madison—had the challenging task of playing a pivotal role in defining the nature of the American presidency to a fledgling nation and to the world. In First Ladies of the Republic, Jeanne Abrams breaks new ground by examining their lives as a group. From their visions for the future of the burgeoning new nation and its political structure, to ideas about family life and matrimony, these three women had a profound influence on one another’s views as they created the new role of presidential spouse. Martha, Abigail and Dolley walked the fine line between bringing dignity to their lives as presidential wives, and supporting their husbands’ presidential agendas, while at the same time, distancing themselves from the behavior, customs and ceremonies that reflected the courtly styles of European royalty that were inimical to the values of the new republic. In the face of personal challenges, public scrutiny, and sometimes vocal criticism, they worked to project a persona that inspired approval and confidence, and helped burnish their husbands’ presidential reputations. The position of First Lady was not officially authorized or defined, and the place of women in society was more restricted than it is today. These capable and path-breaking women not only shaped their own roles as prominent Americans and “First Ladies,” but also defined a role for women in public and private life in America.

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This volume assembles the papers, presentations, and speeches from the 50th Anniversary Meeting of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) held in Oxfordshire in 2015. This book is a companion volume to the proceedings of the 1965 inaugural meeting of IAUP, also published by Fairleigh Dickinson University Press. The highlight of the 50th Anniversary Meeting was an academic conference at Oxford University on the theme of “Higher Education in 2065.” Participants were called upon to look ahead to the next fifty years of global higher education, drawing from their academic fields, as well as their leadership experience within and beyond higher education. The resulting collection includes discussions of current trends that will impact the future of universities, as well as discussions of specific challenges likely to face higher education institutions, both generally and in particular regions. Some contributors outline steps that higher education institutions and/or policymakers should adopt today to prepare for those challenges, while others imagine the university of the future. Edited by IAUP secretary-general emeritus Jason Scorza, this book is dedicated to the memory of J. Michael Adams, who served both as president of Fairleigh Dickinson University and president of IAUP, and includes some of his final writings on the topic of the future of global higher education. Founded in 1965, IAUP is the world’s largest association of university chief executives from higher education institutions. Membership is limited to individuals who serve or have served as presidents, rectors, or vice-chancellors at accredited colleges or universities.

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ADAMS publica la nueva edición, totalmente actualizada, del volumen de Supuestos prácticos para la preparación del acceso al Cuerpo General Administrativo de la Administración General del Estado, mediante el sistema de promoción interna. La colección se completa con tres publicaciones más: el Temario 1, el Temario 2 y el volumen de Cuestionarios.La finalidad principal de este volumen es facilitar al opositor la adquisición de una buena mecánica de cara a la realización del supuesto práctico que le plantearán el día del ejercicio mediante la resolución de los 60 supuestos que lo componen. Se trata de que se puedan comprobar y verificar, a través de estos ejercicios, los conocimientos adquiridos en materias objeto de examen: Derecho Administrativo General, Gestión de Personal y Gestión Financiera.

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Con este manual aprenderás a aplicar técnicas para el tratamiento de las solicitudes de información turística, así como para una adecuada resolución de las quejas y reclamaciones que habitualmente se producen en centros o servicios de información turística.La presente obra, novedad editorial, desarrolla la Unidad Formativa de Información y atención al visitante (UF0082), perteneciente al Módulo Formativo de Información turística (MF1074_3), que se enmarca en el Certificado de Profesionalidad de Promoción turística local e información al visitante, aprobado mediante Real Decreto 1376/2008, de 1 de agosto.

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Con este manual analizarás la planificación en las empresas y entidades de distribución e información turísticas, conocerás el sistema de gestión presupuestaria y sus diferentes etapas, así como las distintas aplicaciones informáticas en función de su utilidad. Además te familiarizarás con los sistemas de identificación de parámetros relacionados con la evaluación de ratios y porcentajes.La presente obra, novedad editorial, desarrolla la Unidad Formativa de Procesos de gestión de unidades de información y distribución turísticas (UF0077), perteneciente al Módulo Formativo Transversal de Gestión de unidades de información y distribución turísticas (MF0268_3), válido para cinco certificados de profesionalidad de la familia profesional de Hostelería y Turismo.

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Presentamos, este manual teórico-práctico en el que se desarrollan, por una parte, las principales funciones y herramientas del procesador de textos Calc y, por otra, la puesta en práctica de las mismas, cuyo objetivo final es que el alumno aprenda a manejar con soltura el programa de LibreOffice.A lo largo del mismo, encontrará ejercicios de cada capítulo estudiado, así como simulacros finales que deberán realizarse una vez que conozca y sepa utilizar el programa.

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ADAMS publica el Temario 1 para la preparación del acceso al Cuerpo General Administrativo de la Administración General del Estado, especialidad Tráfico mediante el sistema de turno libre. En él se desarrollan los bloques de Organización del Estado y funcionamiento de la Administración General del Estado y Derecho Administrativo General, conforme al programa oficial publicado en el BOE de 26 de enero de 2018.Para el desarrollo de los temas, y partiendo de la más reciente normativa publicada al efecto, hemos optado por un criterio didáctico que facilite la labor de estudio del opositor. La colección se completa con el Temario 2 y el volumen de Cuestionarios.

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La edición de este libro de Casos prácticos de Gestión Procesal y Administrativa, prepara al opositor para realizar el segundo ejercicio del proceso selectivo para ingresar en el Cuerpo de Gestión Procesal y Administrativa.El objetivo es poner en práctica, en la resolución de los 65 casos prácticos, todo lo aprendido a través de los tres manuales teóricos. Hemos recogido las diferentes materias que pueden ser objeto de examen, con 20 preguntas, y adjuntado las soluciones justificadas para que pueda comprobar sus aciertos e insistir en el estudio de los aspectos que lo requieran.

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El presente libro de Cuestionarios forma parte de la colección para la preparación de las pruebas de acceso a la Escala Básica del Cuerpo Nacional de Policía. Se acompaña, en obra editada aparte, de los Temarios 1 y 2.La estructura de este trabajo, sigue una sistemática de progresiva asimilación de los conocimientos teóricos adquiridos, a través de la inclusión de los test de temas, parciales y exámenes. Se trata de más de 1.800 preguntas que le permitirán evaluar su aprendizaje en la materia.

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El presente libro de Cuestionarios forma parte de la colección para el estudio de las pruebas selectivas para acceder al Cuerpo de Tramitación Procesal y Administrativa por el turno libre y tiene por objeto la preparación del ejercicio de la oposición, consistente en un cuestionario-test de respuestas alternativas. La estructura de este trabajo sigue una sistemática de progresiva asimilación y consolidación de los conocimientos teóricos adquiridos, a través de la inclusión de test de temas, parciales y exámenes que reúnen 1.680 preguntas y que le permitirán evaluar sus conocimientos en la materia.

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Integrando la colección para preparar la incorporación a la Escala de Cabos y Guardias del Cuerpo de la Guardia Civil (que complementa a los Temarios 1 y 2 editados aparte), la nueva edición del Cuestionarios constituye una eficaz herramienta de estudio para la superación de la prueba de conocimientos.Este trabajo se estructura en test de temas, parciales y exámenes, que reúnen un total de 1.275 preguntas, que le permitirán evaluar sus conocimientos en la materia, y avanzar en su preparación a través del ?aprendizaje por error?, mediante el cual el opositor aprende fácilmente de los fallos cometidos y memoriza más eficazmente los contenidos del programa.")

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Con esta obra aprenderás tanto a aplicar las técnicas de registro y clasificación de la documentación administrativa básica como los procedimientos de control de existencias de documentación. Además, adquirirás los conocimientos necesarios para operar con medios de pago básico.Novedad editorial, desarrolla la Unidad Formativa de Gestión auxiliar de documentación económico-administrativa y comercial (UF0519), perteneciente al Módulo Formativo de Técnicas administrativas básicas de oficina (MF0969_1), que se enmarca en el Certificado de Profesionalidad de Operaciones auxiliares de servicios administrativos y generales, aprobado mediante Real Decreto 645/2011, de 9 de mayo.

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Take your recipes from bland to bold with these 200 easy, plant-based recipes that are full of flavor for every meal of the day.Just because your diet is plant-based doesn’t mean that you have to give up on all of your favorite flavors. There are so many meals bursting with spicy flavor that you can enjoy all day long! The Spicy Plant-Based Cookbook has 200 delicious, mouth-watering recipes that pack a punch with every bite…and keep you feeling healthy and strong. From breakfast to dinner, to desserts and drinks, you’ll find the perfect plant-based recipes that you’ll love to make over and over again. With recipes like jalapeno hash browns to a mango chili sorbet, these spicy dishes are sure to make every spice-enthusiast satisfied. Complete with easy, step-by-step instructions and plenty of preparation tips, this book has everything you need to add a little extra heat to your favorite healthy, plant-based recipes.

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Discover simple ways to be happier in your everyday life with these hacks that encourage positive thinking to improve your mood and outlook in any situation.Everyone wants to be happier, but often many people don’t know where to start. In Happiness Hacks, you’ll find 300 quick and easy ways to increase happiness in every area of life, including improving relationships, finding joy in your career and workplace, and developing a supportive community. From handling difficult situations, seeking personal growth, and discovering ways to share enjoyment with others, this book can teach you to hack happiness, think positively, and find more satisfaction in your everyday life.

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Learn how to overcome shyness and increase your confidence in common social situations with this simple and approachable guide.In today’s world, we have come to rely so heavily on technology to communicate that it has led to increased anxiety for many when talking face-to-face. In How to Overcome Shyness, you’ll learn to step away from distractions, overcome your shyness, and be more successful and comfortable in social situations. With real-world examples, brief exercises, and simple tips, you’ll become more confident communicating in all situations from dating to work to large social events and parties.

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Capture every wedding moment--from the proposal to I do!From finding the perfect way to propose to your bridesmaids to choreographing your first dance, Our Wedding Story helps you preserve all the memories leading up to your big day. Featuring dozens of thoughtful prompts, this modern journal inspires you to celebrate each moment as you fill its pages with your favorite wedding stories and photos. Best of all, there''s plenty of space for personalized vows, handcrafted invitations, and other memorable keepsakes, allowing you to cherish them for years to come.Complete with pages for reflecting on your first year as newlyweds, Our Wedding Story raises a glass to all the meaningful moments that occur as you plan your special day.

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Start a new holiday tradition that will have friends and family merrily competing to see who’s the true holiday superfan with this entertaining deck of Christmas trivia.When did A Charlie Brown Christmas first air? What magical item brought Frosty the Snowman to life in the iconic song? Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree? Where were the McAllister’s headed on vacation in the original Home Alone? And, of course, why does Santa wear red? Create a new holiday tradition with friends and family as you test all your Christmas knowledge. Loaded with questions about holiday movies and music, classic and modern holiday lore, the history of Christmas decorations, and more, this Christmas trivia deck provides holiday entertainment that’s perfect on the go or in front of a roaring fire. This is the holiday gift that keeps giving, long after it has been unwrapped!

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Destress and escape from your busy schedule with this beautiful coloring book featuring 45 mandalas you can fill with your favorite colors.Pretty Simple Coloring: Mandalas is the perfect way to unwind and release your creativity. Filled with 45 mesmerizing mandalas, this book is the perfect escape no matter how busy your schedule. The beautiful line art mandalas are easy to see and designed to be quickly filled with your favorite colors. Relax and enjoy your coloring time—no matter how long or short—without the worry of straining your eyes or cramping your hands. Make the most of your free time with Pretty Simple Coloring: Mandalas.

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Learn how to anticipate the future and shape the present in this new guide about reading Tarot cards.For centuries, mystics and clairvoyants have used Tarot cards to predict the future. But no special power is needed to read the cards with How to Read Tarot. This easy-to-follow guide can show you how to interpret and understand the meaning behind Tarot cards. You’ll find everything from explanations of each card in the deck to using the Tarot for personal gain. The truth is in the cards—that is, if you know where to look.

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This fun and easy-to-use card deck conveniently organized by liquor features 75 weather-inspired cocktail recipes that channel the refreshing and fresh ingredients of summer!When the temperature soars, what’s better than laying out by the pool with a refreshing Cucumber Margarita? Or toasting friends at a backyard barbecue with a White Wine Peach Sangria? Make the most of what the summer season has to offer with 75 delicious, handpicked cocktails that will keep you cool all summer long. Recipes include: -Watermelon-Ginger Mojito -Tangerine Seabreeze -Strawberry-Lavender Hard Limeade -Red Wine Raspberry Sangria -Banana Piña Colada -And more! Presented in an easy-to-use card deck format, this cocktail companion is as unique as it is delicious. Focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients this cocktail deck gives you everything you need to keep your cocktail game scorching all season long!

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Like fan mail addressed to the natural world, Everyday Amazing is filled with uplifting and interesting musings on science from Beatrice the Biologist. Beatrice the Biologist is an easily amused former high school biology teacher with a soft spot for the mind-blowing science we encounter daily that we often take for granted. In Everyday Amazing, she shines the spotlight on ten different types of amazing everyday scientific facts in short chapters full of fun and fascinating titbits bound to both entertain you and expand your horizons!     Learn the basics of atomic science, sound waves, bioscience, microbiology and more in accessible chapters offering a fresh perspective on concepts you may have learned about, but aren’t totally clear on. Quirky illustrations throughout add to the fun!Fall in love with science with Beatrice the Biologist in Everyday Amazing! * Science has enj

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Seize the advantage from your competitors and conquer today’s competitive business world with these 50 strategic business rules from the tried-and-tested wisdom of Sun Tzu.In today’s competitive business world, you must capture the high ground and defend it against your rivals. The secret lies in mastering the strategic arts taught by the ancient Chinese military theorist Sun Tzu. Gerald A. Michaelson’s classic book breaks down Sun Tzu’s lessons to help you move from manager to leader and vanquish your competition. In this fully updated edition, Steven Michaelson offers new examples drawn from companies ranging from Amazon to Toyota to Google, putting Sun Tzu at your side for today''s business challenges. Here is the wisdom—tested for twenty-five centuries—that will help you seize the advantage, storm your competitors’ gates, and conquer the marketplace!

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I love you.What can I get you?Let''s take a walk.Wanting to say simple things like these but not being able to is frustrating and disheartening—but learning how to communicate can be easy and fun! This book is a basic guide to the alphabet, vocabulary, and techniques it takes to connect using American Sign Language. Whether signing out of necessity or learning for the sake of growing, you will enjoy this practical primer. After reading this book, you will be able to use American Sign Language in a social, educational, or professional setting.Whether the goal is to communicate with hearing-impaired grandparent, a child with special needs in school, or an infant, people learn sign language for many different reasons. Easy to read and reference—and complete with images and examples of common signs—this basic guide allows you to make a meaningful connection that''s otherwise impossible.

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Everyone knows how overwhelming planning a wedding can be, so what''s a bride-to-be to do? It''s much easier to learn what not to do, and let everything fall into place for a lovely, unforgettable wedding. This guide tells you what not to do with plenty of etiquette and money-saving tips.Included in the book is advice like: Mistake #11: Getting bossed into inviting too many guests; Mistake #89: Getting a cheap aisle runner; Mistake #146: Wearing troublesome undergarments; and more. Each entry is ranked with an icon, such as major catastrophe or money-waster. This book advises on entertainment, wardrobe, toasts, décor, locations, family, guests, budget, vendors, wedding party, and more.Don'' be blindsided by mistakes that plague every bride and groom. With this book, you''ll figure them out ahead of time and have no regrets on your perfect day.

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Now you can join the hundreds of thousands of salespeople who have followed Stephen Schiffman''s advice and watch your performance soar. Schiffman lets you in on the industry''s best-kept secrets.Learn how to convert leads to sales, motivate yourself and motivate others, give killer presentations, and keep your sense of humor.This new edition includes: New examples using the latest advances in sales presentation technology Up-to-date cases of these successful habits in action Five bonus habits showing readers how to overcome mistakes, set sales timetables, and reexamine processes to shore up weaknesses If you''re a salesperson looking to succeed, this is the book for you!

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With long hours, huge responsibilities, and average pay, nursing is often as challenging as it is rewarding. By teaching new nurses what to expect, how to get what they want, and how to succeed in today''s medical environment, this book is the one-dose treatment to prevent burnout. Written in an easy-to-read, direct, and honest way, this helpful handbook will teach new nurses what they didn''t learn in nursing school. Veteran R.N. Kathy Quan offers readers information on how to: balance a hectic new schedule (for work, sleep, and life) deal with doctors avoid illness themselves continue education while working cope with death of patients (the first time, and after) and more With this book, nurses get real-life advice on how to cope, perform, and excel in their field--one shift at a time!

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The greatest pool of potential mates is not online, in a bar, or on a blind date, it is in the workplace. This book tells you how to navigate this territory gracefully with specific dos and don’ts for office romance.

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Discover the truth behind the myths of the Emerald IsleForget about shamrocks, leprechans, and all that blarney; 101 Things You Didn''t Know about Irish History dispels the myths and tells the true story of the Irish.Inside, you''ll learn about: Lives of the ancient Celts before the British invasions Famous Irish including Michael Collins, Charles Parnell—and Bono! The potato famine and emigration (were there really gangs of New York?) Irish music and dance Complete with an Irish language primer and pronunciation guide, 101 Things You Didn''t Know about Irish History is an informative reference for anyone who loves the Irish.

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In The Provenance Press Guide to the Wiccan Year, Judy Ann Nock offers you a definitive guide to the wheel of the year.Capturing the essence of the major and lesser holidays, this complete and practical reference will appeal to Wiccans of all levels of experience. The handbook offers something for everyone: recipes, crafts, activities, spells, rituals, and meditations. In these pages, Wiccans will find several appropriate cyclic activities. Written to inspire and expand the practice as a reader moves through the eight sabbats, Nock provides the practitioner with the astrological and astronomical influences that govern the seasons, meditations that reflect timely themes, and rituals and crafts that anyone may enact in order to enhance spiritual expression.

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You love your dog—but you’d love him even more if he stopped chewing the furniture and obeyed your commands. What if he brought you your slippers or stopped jumping up on the neighbors every time they stopped by? The Everything Dog Obedience Book provides you with the tools to take the lead, by exploring and explaining the correct techniques for: -Rewarding good behavior and tackling bad behavior -Housebreaking your dog -Training your dog to sit, stand, and heel -Getting your dog to listen -Instilling proper walking etiquette in your dog -Avoiding excessive barking From biting and barking to housebreaking and socializing, The Everything Dog Obedience Book is an authoritative, must-have guidebook for any dog owner and dog lover.

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