"An immensely valuable and substantial addition to 10th Mountain literature and to the history of skiing in the United States." - International Ski History AssociationThe Boys of Winter tells the true
This book addresses the need for tests that can diagnose the strengths and weaknesses in learners' developing foreign language proficiency. It presents the rationale for, and research surrounding, the
Deleuze's concepts - such as assemblage, the fold, difference and repetition, cinema and desire - are key to understanding his philosophical approach: they work to unsettle particular bodies of knowle
Good reputations, says Charles Fombrun, create wealth. In this thoroughly accessible book, Fombrun shows that by developing strong and consistent images, well-regarded companies generate hidden assets
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Established in 1789, the University of North Carolina is the oldest public university in the nation. UNC's reputation as one of the South's leading institutions has drawn some of the nation's leading
Examines a university model for social change, the University of Central America JosT Sime=n Ca±as (UCA) in El Salvador. Reviews the historical, social, economic, and political context of El Salvador,
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"Renunciation" is the dramatic story of a man who was awarded and then renounced the Medal of Honor. This book will take you on a journey with a Catholic priest who first found the war in Vietnam to m
Global temperatures and seawater levels rise; the world’s smallest porpoise species looms at the edge of extinction; and a tiny emerald beetle from Japan flourishes in North America—but why does it ma
This 2-volume reference work offers a complete chronology of classical music from the 18th-century through the end of the 20th. Organized by year, each entry gives: births of key musicians/composers,
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“Did I Really Say That?” The Complete Pageant Interview Guide is filled with innovative ideas and practical methods for interview preparation, responding to questions, coping with emotions and much mo
On the heels of his internationally acclaimed book The Problem with Women... is Men (Vol. 1), author, relationship expert and Social Inspirationalist Charles J. Orlando is doing it again... transformi
This volume examines the high rate of suicide by the Palawan people of Kulbi-Kenipaqan in the Southern Philippines. Beginning with a description of Palawan culture and society, MacDonald follows with
