Friday, November 13, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Monday, October 12, 2009
Faith and sword
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Alan G. Jamieson explores here the long and bloody history of the Christian-Muslim conflict, revealing in his concise yet comprehensive study how deeply this ancient divide is interwoven with crucial events in world history. Faith and Sword opens with the tumultuous first centuries of the conflict, examining the religious precepts that framed clashes between Christians and Muslims and that ultimately fueled the legendary Crusades. Traversing the full breadth of the Arab lands and Christendom, Jamieson chronicles the turbulent saga from the Arab conquests of the seventh century to the rise of the powerful Ottoman Empire and its fall at the end of World War I. Faith and Sword then explores the complex dynamics that emerged later in the twentieth century, as Christendom was transformed into the secular West and Islamic nations overthrew European colonialism to establish governments straddling modernity and religiosity. From the 1979 Iranian revolution to the Lebanon hostage crisis to the present-day war in Iraq, Faith and Sword reveals the essence of this enduring struggle and its consequences.
Cold and flu fighter
The Personal Health columnist of The New York Times and best-selling author offers everything there is to know about preventing and coping with colds and flu, including the author's own chicken soup recipe
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Country Victoria's own
The history of 8/7 RVR has its roots as far back as the Ballarat Volunteer Rifle Regiment and the Bendigo Rifle Regiment, both formed in August 1858. In the following 150 years, the citizen forces of both cities have seen numerous name changes and, in the case of Bendigo, changes in Army Corps. Through the years, Ballarat has maintained an infantry presence. Country Victoria's Own traces the history of the Ballarat infantry and the units in major cities and towns that form the 'predecessors'
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
The Life of Saint Brigid
The first of February, the first day of spring, is celebrated as Saint Brigid's feast day. But who was she and why is she so venerated in Ireland? Brigid lived in Ireland at the very beginning of Christianity and was a woman of unique vision, personality and spirit. She founded a monastery, became a champion of the poor and sick and was a peacemaker in a violent land. She also shared her name with one of the pre-Christian gods and so the legends of the goddess and the saint became infused.
The Life of St Brigid looks at the legends connected with the saint, prayers about her and explains the symbolism behind (and how to make) the St Brigid's cross. The fire of Celtic spirituality lit by St Brigid so many years ago continues to burn and readers will be fascinated by a woman who continues to inspire people today.
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The Life of St Brigid looks at the legends connected with the saint, prayers about her and explains the symbolism behind (and how to make) the St Brigid's cross. The fire of Celtic spirituality lit by St Brigid so many years ago continues to burn and readers will be fascinated by a woman who continues to inspire people today.
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Thursday, July 30, 2009
Weird or what?
Weird or What!? is the ultimate compendium of all things amazing, inexplicable and downright bizarre from this world, the next world and other worlds, perfect for adults and kids. More than just a book of facts, figures and lists, the book contains weird and wonderful information about the strangest people, animals, plants, food, weather, the paranormal, outer space and much, much more. Over 1,500 facts are included - and they are all astounding, enlightening, wacky and even a bit gross.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Taming the abrasive manager
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"Taming the Abrasive Manager" is an ideal resource for managers, human resource professionals, coaches, and anyone who works for or with an abrasive boss. Executive coach Dr. Laura Crawshaw known as the Boss Whisperer for her work in this field shares her discoveries on how to tame the deep fears that drive abrasive managers to attack their coworkers. In her straight shooting style, Crawshaw offers invaluable insights gained from her encounters with abrasive bosses in corporate jungles who aggressively defend against threats to their dominance in the high risk business of survival. These insights, combined with lessons learned from employees and organizations who have successfully reined in their unmanageable bosses, provide realistic solutions that will improve the workplace for everyone
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Year of Festivals
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Discover music, camel races, feats of endurance, manic street parties and monumental food fights From the sublime (Venice's Carnevale or India's Krishna Janmastami) to the absurd (Finland's Wife-Carrying Championships or Australia's Beer Can Regatta) - the best of the famous and little-known alike are represented here.
Discover music, camel races, feats of endurance, manic street parties and monumental food fights From the sublime (Venice's Carnevale or India's Krishna Janmastami) to the absurd (Finland's Wife-Carrying Championships or Australia's Beer Can Regatta) - the best of the famous and little-known alike are represented here.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Billy's book for blokes
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Billy Brownless is a good bloke. He likes a beer and a bet. Loves his footy, the Darl and his kids. But Billy is worried that blokes are becoming extinct, that before long they'll be like the Tasmanian Tiger - just a rare sighting reported every now and again. So here is Billy's guide to blokedom: from the essential rules every mate must stick to, to the ins-and-outs of backyard cricket, and how to have a perfect day out at the tip, it's everything the modern bloke needs to know. There's even Billy's unique take on what not to wear. And he couldn't resist sharing some stories of his own, from the days when he was a Geelong football legend
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
Beyond bullsh*t
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Straight-talk at work! Grumblings in offices everywhere suggest that there is not much that we crave more, but don't get often enough. Beyond Bullsh*t reveals the dynamics of bullsh*t and why it has become the corporate etiquette of choice. It also explains how telling it straight contributes to personal well-being and business success
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Violence and aggression
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This book focuses on the the extent and effects of violence, and examines its causes. Key issues include trends in violent crime; dealing with aggression through anger management; domestic, relationship and sexual violence; and youth violence and the effects of violence in the media.
This book focuses on the the extent and effects of violence, and examines its causes. Key issues include trends in violent crime; dealing with aggression through anger management; domestic, relationship and sexual violence; and youth violence and the effects of violence in the media.
Monday, May 11, 2009
The complete rock climber
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This book provides a complete guide to rock climbing, from first steps to advanced rescue techniques. Step by step guides to safe practices in all aspects of the sport including belaying, leading and abseiling, and in all locations from climbing walls and sport climb venues. It even tells you all the clothing and equipment that you will need.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
International cuisine
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International Cuisine is the only available book that covers all of the major cuisines of the world in a single textbook with additional instructor resources to aid in instruction, such as comprehensive instructor? manual, online companion, and robust electronic classroom manager, which includes PowerPoint slides, lesson plans, and a computerized testbank. Written for students and professional culinarians, this book fills the gap between the foundations laid by the introductory textbooks and reality in today? diverse kitchens. Included are sections on the influences that have contributed to the development of each cuisine, foreign culinary terms commonly used, and sub regions found within the cuisines. The chapters are clearly organized providing detailed information about cuisines in an easy to follow manner. International Cuisine provides comprehensive coverage exposing students to major cuisines around the world.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
Stolen generations
This book explores the history of Reconciliation and the Stolen Generations, and includes personal stories of removal and reactions to the apology. It also looks ahead and examines the debate over proposals to act on recommendations from the ‘Bringing Them Home’ report which urges dealing with ‘unfinished business’, including monetary compensation and programs aimed at redressing disadvantage.
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Monday, April 13, 2009
Australian prisoners of war
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Covers the following wars: Boer War, 1899-1901; First World War, 1914-1918; Second World War, 1939-1945; Korea, 1950-1954. Includes teachers' information; guided activities; the stories; worksheets; review and reflection.
Contents:
Introduction for teachers -- Topic 1. The history of Australian prisoners of war -- Topic 2. Capture -- Topic 3. Life in the camps -- Topic 4. Guards, civilians & internees -- Topic 5. Humour & mateship -- Topic 6. Food, conditions & treatment -- Topic 7. Despair, hope, secrets & escape -- Topic 8. The end of the war, coming home & reflection.
Covers the following wars: Boer War, 1899-1901; First World War, 1914-1918; Second World War, 1939-1945; Korea, 1950-1954. Includes teachers' information; guided activities; the stories; worksheets; review and reflection.
Contents:
Introduction for teachers -- Topic 1. The history of Australian prisoners of war -- Topic 2. Capture -- Topic 3. Life in the camps -- Topic 4. Guards, civilians & internees -- Topic 5. Humour & mateship -- Topic 6. Food, conditions & treatment -- Topic 7. Despair, hope, secrets & escape -- Topic 8. The end of the war, coming home & reflection.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
Drugs and law enforcement
This book explores the links between drugs and crime, the drug law reform debate, and drug-related crime prevention initiatives.
Friday, March 20, 2009
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