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In this volume, Albert Hirschman reconstructs the intellectual climate of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries to illuminate the intricate ideological transformation that occurred, wherein the pursuit of material interests--so long condemned as the deadly sin of avarice--was assigned the role of containing the unruly and destructive passions of man. Hirschman here offers a new interpretation for the rise of capitalism, one that emphasizes the continuities between old and new, in contrast to the assumption of a sharp break that is a common feature of both Marxian and Weberian thinking. Among the insights presented here is the ironical finding that capitalism was originally supposed to accomplish exactly what was soon denounced as its worst feature: the repression of the passions in favor of the "harmless," if one-dimensional, interests of commercial life. To portray this lengthy ideological change as an endogenous process, Hirschman draws on the writings of a large number of thinker

The mineral-rich mountains of Tibet so far have been largely untouched by China’s growing economy. Nor has Beijing been able to settle Tibet with politically reliable peasant Chinese. That is all abou

Used as a standard by students and teachers in learning Chinese for more than three decades, the bestselling Reading & Writing Chinese has been completely revised and updated!Reading & Writing

From early childhood to a celebrated career in academia and industry, acclaimed statistician George E.P. Box offers personal insights and a first-hand account of his professional accomplishments in th

Traditionally in China and Japan, drinking a cup of tea was an opportunity for contemplation, meditation, and an elevation of mind and spirit. Here, renowned translator William Scott Wilson distills w

Based on a true story from Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s childhood in South Africa, Desmond and the Very Mean Word reveals the power of words and the secret of forgiveness.When Desmond takes his new bicyc

You can have a rock-solid business strategy, unlimited resources, and the most talented people on staff. But only one thing is guaranteed in today's hyperconnected society: if your business isn't like

Niche is an eye-opening analysis of why big business has failed to sell to the mainstream, in the tradition of Chris Anderson's The Long Tail As high street and main street businesses continue to suf

One of the most insightful books which presents ancient records which reveal the origins of Christianity as a means of controlling the masses. The enemies of the cult of Yahweh were of pantheons which

A cat lives in a house filled with toys, but every day she dreams of being free like the bird she watches through the window. Finally, with the bird's help, she is able to escape and dance on the roof

All-In-One Chinese Fun books provide teachers in pre-K – 3 classes with an interactive, multi-modal curriculum guide that shows them how to structure the course to fit their own individual classrooms.

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DIY fever + quality meat mania = old-school butchery revival! Artisan cooks who are familiar with their farmers market are now buying small farm raised meat in butcher-sized portions. Dubbed a rock st

In this action-packed history, award-winning author Harlow Giles Unger unfolds the epic story of Patrick Henry, who roused Americans to fight government tyranny—both British and American. Remembered largely for his cry for ?liberty or death,” Henry was actually the first (and most colorful) of America's Founding Fathers—first to call Americans to arms against Britain, first to demand a bill of rights, and first to fight the growth of big government after the Revolution. As quick with a rifle as he was with his tongue, Henry was America's greatest orator and courtroom lawyer, who mixed histrionics and hilarity to provoke tears or laughter from judges and jurors alike. Henry's passion for liberty (as well as his very large family), suggested to many Americans that he, not Washington, was the real father of his country.This biography is history at its best, telling a story both human and philosophical. As Unger points out, Henry's words continue to echo across America and inspire millions

Oxford Reading Tree: Trad Tales: Level 1 (Age 3½ - 4½)The Elves and the Shoemaker is based on the traditional tale by the Brothers Grimm of elves who come to the rescue of a poor shoemaker and his wif

Oxford Reading Tree: Trad Tales: Level 2 (Age 4½ - 5)The King and His Wish is based on the Caribbean tale The King Who Wanted to Touch the Moon, about a king whose demands get him into trouble, as he

BE THE KIND OF LEADER PEOPLE WANT TO WORK WITH “Do you want an engaged and best efforts culture? Do you want to attract and retain the best people? If your answers to those questions are yes and yes,

This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early read

Meet children from thirty-six cultures as you sing your way through this joyful book. You'll also learn to say "hello" in each of their languages. New enhanced CD includes video animation and audio si

This book explores the cultural traditions of Cantonese villagers who first settled in South China’s Pearl River Delta during the Tang and Song dynasties (10th to 12th centuries). The authors lived an

This book, a blend of practice and theory, shows how the school library can contribute to the success of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.

By the end of the book, you will be reading and writing Chinese with confidence!Read and Write Chinese Scripts is a step-by-step introduction to the script that will enable you to read Chinese signs,

學習英文，不應該只侷限於枯燥的文法及背誦單字！ 有別於其它的英文學習書，《英文奇言妙語》帶您一窺英文的奇妙之處。閱讀謎語、名言和佳句，不但能訓練反應、培養智慧，更能在無形中激發您的邏輯思考力和想像力。此外，也可以用英文展現機智與幽默，使您在輕鬆愉快的氣氛中享受英文帶來的歡樂。

Readers of The New York Times know David Sanger as one of the most trusted correspondents in Washington, one to whom presidents, secretaries of state, and foreign leaders talk with unusual candor. Now

Ten indispensable skills for inside sales success. The world of selling keeps changing, and inside sales professionals are on the front line. More than ever, they need powerful tools to open stronge

THE ACCLAIMED FULLY REVISED EDITION OF THE SCOTT MONCRIEFF AND KILMARTIN TRANSLATION Time Regained begins in the bleak and uncertain years of World War I. Years later, after the war's end, Proust's n

Since ancient times, men and women have used hats and headgear for adornment and protection. This stunningly comprehensive survey, arranged chronologically, illustrates the astonishing range of styles

In this wide-ranging and stimulating book, a leading authority on the history of medicine and science presents convincing evidence that Dutch commerce—not religion—inspired the rise of sc

"Scott's brilliantly perceptive account of the underpinnings of American governmental authority should be made required reading. The book vividly depicts the political forces that have pushed this cou

This book is about how one of the leading intellectual architects of Chinese modernization, Yan Fu (1854–1921), introduced the Chinese intellectual world to the liberalism of John Stuart Mill partly b

Skills Practice Workbook focuses on skills practice for each lesson as additional practice or for second-day teaching of the lesson.

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In There Is a Bird On My

This volume summarizes the scientific literature on the nutrient requirements of small ruminant animals. It updates material from two previous publications: Nutrient Requirements of Sheep (1985) and N

"A great strength of this timely volume is its combination of a theological and philosophical accounting of reconciliation, with an empirically driven appreciation for how such reconciliation practice

以「延續與變革」為主軸，本書深入探討評鑑中心方法在不同組織情境中的演進。內容從基本要件出發，逐步分析發展型評鑑中心的設計、評鑑者訓練、跨文化與多元議題，以及與人力資源策略的連結。書中亦整理相關法律案例與最新操作創新，幫助讀者理解方法應用的限制與風險。多位專家指出，本書在龐雜研究中提煉出清晰脈絡，文字平實而精確，是學生、研究者與實務工作者可長期參考的重要工具書。清楚區分評鑑目的與應用涵蓋法律、倫理與多元議題人資與組織發展的重要參考The theme permeating this book on assessment centers is "continuity and change", describing what has remained the same and what has changed in the 50-year history of the assessment center method. One of the important changes explored is the evolution of the goals of assessment center programs and the ways in which assessment centers and their component parts have been used. Assessment Centers in Human Resource Management clearly differentiates between assessment centers used for prediction, diagnoses, and development.In addition, this book explores:*assessment centers and human resource management;*court cases involving assessment centers;*innovations in assessment center operations;*cross-cultural considerations including diversity of the workforce; and*assessor training.T

Read along with your favorite I Can Read Book characters! I Can Read Books are the premier line of beginning readers encouraging children to learn-and love-to read. Featuring award-winning authors an

Differentiated instruction refers to a variety of classroom practices that allow for differences in students' learning styles, interests, prior knowledge, and socialization needs. Benjamin, a trainer