Art historians examine the complex relationship between artists, their work, and customers in the early modern Netherlands. Their topics include exporting art across the globe: the Antwerp art market
Presented by the Research Group on African Development Perspectives Bremen and contributed by economists from the Middle East, Africa, and Germany, the nine essays in this volume detail new macroecono
An essential resource for collection development specialists in small- and medium-sized libraries, this guide identifies the highest quality, most affordable, and most appropriate new reference materi
The lives of the outstanding scholars celebrated in the volume often reveal unexpected personal and professional backgrounds. Taken together they build up a picture of the development of Britain's int
Describes the life and career of the famous singer, from her early career in the singing group Destiny's Child to her solo career, her marriage to rapper Jay-Z, and her film roles.
Volume 5 includes:Statistics on geographical regions and subjects where organizations work. Visual representations of statistical data and networks.Historical statistical summaries and analyses.
For a person who has never attempted yoga before, it can seem downright daunting. Not anymore! Geared toward the absolute beginner, Idiot's Guides: Yoga teaches dozens of basic yoga poses using a seri
The volume make a stylistic comparison of the underdrawing revealed in infrared reflectograms of early Netherlandish paintings with the paintings themselves when that is possible. Black and white phot
In Cuban Flute Style: Interpretation and Improvisation, Sue Miller-music historian, charanga flute player, and former student of Richard Egues-examines the early twentieth century decorative style of
Around the world, intensifying development and human demands for fresh water are placing unsustainable pressures on finite resources. Countries are waging war over transboundary rivers, and rural and
Using the concepts of intersectionality and the social construction of identity, Contested Voices offers a comprehensive picture of immigrant women today and the impact which public policy, class, rac
The World Bank Group has made important contributions to poverty reduction in developing countries. But to stay relevant under the uncertain conditions that characterize today’s global development con
Bang & Olufsen, the famous Danish producer of high-end home electronics, is well known as an early exponent of value-based management: the idea that there should be consistency in what the organis
This book is an inspirational book to help busy parents who are time poor and value good nutrition when cooking and preparing food for their children.Packed with fast and simple ideas using vegetables
As it does each year, this invaluable, eagerly awaited guide will light the way for collection development specialists in smaller public, college, and school libraries, enabling them to easily identif
The "managerial revolution," or the rise of management as a distinct and vital group in industrial society, might be identified as a major development of the modernization processes, similar to the sc
A brief biography of Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku, five-time Olympic swimming champion from the early 1900s who is also considered worldwide as the 'father of modern surfing'.
With the rapid development of China and India as new economic powers in global competition, an obvious question is whether these emerging economies are great opportunities or threats. Whilst answers a
This report focuses on the steps required to ensure that investment in disaster resilience happens and that it occurs as an integral, systematic part of development.
The HIV/AIDS epidemic in sub-Saharan Africa has been addressed and perceived predominantly through the broad perspectives of social and economic theories as well as public health and development disco
Explores the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods of early Mesoamerica and retells some ancient myths, describing how the people used them to interpret their world.
Lead students through a fun and engaging church tour, using the technology they know and love! This booklet includes a short description, Scripture reflection, and QR code for each stop along the tour
Speedball hopes to fi nd penance for his sins by volunteering alongside residents of Stamford, Connecticut, under an assumed name. When the other volunteers discover his identity, they demand bloody r
This manual is designed to engage, empower and guide communities in the development and implementation of water safety plans (WSPs) for their drinking-water systems. It provides guidance on how to app
The use oflubricants began in ancient times and has developed into a major international business through the need to lubricate machines of increasing complexity. The impetus for lubricant development
Noting that the government of the United Arab Emirates has rhetorically committed "to establish a new benchmark for gender empowerment in the region" as part of its development strategy, Pinto (Instit
In this lavish celebration of the glory and grandeur that are the great North American railroads, author Claude Wiatrowski examines the development of the industry with nearly 90 features covering mo
The current focus on the theme of authorship in Medieval and Early Modern studies reopens questions of poetic agency and intent. Bringing into conversation several kinds of scholarship on medieval aut
Suitable for early undergraduate or general readers, the publisher's 10-volume encyclopedia has been carefully planned to bring together a great deal of information in a package structured for student
Crochet these squares using worsted weight yarn, fine baby yarn, or chunky yarn. Depending on your mood, you can give a different look to every creation. There is no limit to what a granny square can
Suitable for early undergraduate or general readers, the publisher's 10-volume encyclopedia has been carefully planned to bring together a great deal of information in a package structured for student
Create dozens of really easy retro embroidery projects using these 150 iron-on transfers and only five basic stitches: Satin Stitch, Chain Stitch, French Knots, Backstitch, and Lazy Daisy Stitch. Most
What influence did Rene Descartes' concept of mind-body dualism have on early modern conceptions of the self? In The Matter of Mind, Christopher Braider challenges the presumed centrality of Descarte
Corresponds to the Laboratory Manual section of the Student Activities Manual. Using a cast of native Germans, these audio files present several listening comprehension activities and a pronunciation
O.L. LANGE, P.S. NOBEL, C.B. OSMOND, and H. ZIEGLER Growth, development and reproductive success of individual plants depend on the interaction, within tolerance limits, of the factors in the physical
