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The book is designed to be of interest to women's studies students wishing an introduction to a specifically philosophical analysis of the problem of sex objectification, as well as to philosophers interested in the contemporary moral issues of sexism and sex stereotyping.

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This classic, step-by-step approach emphasizes the fundamentals of great composition writing. Students develop writing skills to prepare them to make the transition from use of simple prose to more linguistically sophisticated and complex discourse.

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Why did they stay? Despite the challenges of loneliness, drought, and political turmoil Kansas pioneers faced, many found and wrote about joy and beauty in their adopted communities. Letters and diaries describe the times that gave them reason to sing, dance, and celebrate – moments when their burdens were lighter. This volume brings together reflections of 50 individuals of different ages, backgrounds, and outlooks who helped shape the identity of the Sunflower State.

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This bestselling career guide is filled with valuable information on the skills in demand including new information on electronic communications, medical technology, and other high-tech fields.

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In the five years following her father's death, Dee Swann has held onto Angel Creek Valley, vowing that no one else would ever own it, but the arrival of handsome Lucas Cochran could change things.

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One rainy day in the city, an eager little boy exclaims, "Rain!" Across town a grumpy man grumbles, "Rain." In this endearing picture book, a rainy-day cityscape comes to life in vibrant, cut-paper-style artwork. The boy in his green frog hat splashes in puddles - "Hoppy, hoppy, hoppy!" - while the old man curses the "dang puddles." Can the boy's natural exuberance (and perhaps a cookie) cheer up the grouchy gentleman and turn the day around?

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Would you like to know: when and why we laugh? how food can affect your brain? what it's like to fight a forest fire? New Password 3: A Reading and Vocabulary Text is the third book in the newly expanded five-book series. It helps intermediate students develop reading skills and increase their active vocabulary through engaging readings about real people, places, events, and ideas. Students benefit from a systematic, corpus-informed approach to learning more than 300 high-frequency words, expressions, and collocations. Features Useful, high-frequency vocabulary selected through extensive corpus-based research Careful recycling of vocabulary in readings and exercises Activities that highlight collocations and word grammar Discussion and writing activities that reinforce learning Unit wrap-ups that help students review vocabulary and practice dictionary skills Vocabulary self-tests that help students assess their progress The Student Book comes with an Audio CD-ROM containing the entire Student Book audio program in MP3 format. There is also an edition of the Student Book without the Audio CD-ROM; click on the Resources link on the left side of this page. The New Password series also includes: New Password 1 New Password 2 New Password 4 New Password 5

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The new edition of Focus on Pronunciation gives beginning to high-beginning students the tools, tips, and techniques they need to speak clearly, accurately, and fluently. All aspects of pronunciation are included — consonants, vowels, stress, rhythm, and intonation. The variety of activities and flexible, accessible style make learning fun. Features: Presentation sections feature clear explanations and diagrams. Focused Practice sections build accuracy with high-interest listening and speaking tasks and engaging games. Communication Practice sections integrate pronunciation and fluency with practice in a communicative thematic context. Natural English boxes illustrate how to speak English more naturally and fluently. Extended Practice sections encourage continued accuracy and fluency practice outside of class. The CD in the back of the book provides MP3 audio for the Extended Practice sections. Classroom Audio CDs provide the complete audio program. Complete online Answer Keys and Audioscripts are available online.

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