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This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our cont...

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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

The Full Monty, Billy Elliot, "and "Brassed Off" are among recent iconic working-class British films that have found huge worldwide success. Challenging suggestions that class is no longer relevant for literary or cultural analysis, this volume examines the lives and experiences of the working-class people portrayed in these films and in works of contemporary writing from authors like Jeanette Winterson and Pat Parker in order to assess how wo...

Using a huge array of sources from the political, religious, social, artistic and personal spheres, the story of Cuba, so often linked with the neighbouring US, is set in its historical context and rigorously examined. Issues examined include: the Revolution and upheaval that followed, the Cuban missile crisis, Cuba's position in COMECON, the rise of Cuba's profile in the 1980s, the crisis that followed the dismantling of the USSR, Cuba in the...

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Naturphilosophie und Metaphysik der griechischen Frühzeit. Anhand fünfzehn bekannter Vorsokratiker zeigen die Autoren, wie sich das philosophische Bewusstsein zunächst im östlichen Mittelmeerraum, dann im Westen und schließlich wieder weiter östlich Schritt für Schritt entwickelte. Dabei stützen sie sich auf zahlreiche Quellentexte, von denen über 600 in Griechisch und in deutscher Übersetzung vorgelegt werden.

Based on extensive archival work, private paper collections, and oral history, this book includes eight of John Kirkas essays, two of which have never been published before. Together, these essays locate the dramatic events of the crisis within the larger story of the African American struggle for freedom and equality in Arkansas. Examining key episodes in state history from before the New Deal to the present, Kirk covers a wide range of topic...

Based on extensive archival work, private paper collections, and oral history, this book includes eight of John KirkA[a¬a[s essays, two of which have never been published before. Together, these essays locate the dramatic events of the crisis within the larger story of the African American struggle for freedom and equality in Arkansas. Examining key episodes in state history from before the New Deal to the present, Kirk covers a wide range of ...

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our cont...

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Provides an interdisciplinary account of the key role of light in determining the operation and biological composition of aquatic ecosystems, accessible to scientists in various fields. An important resource for graduate courses on marine optics, aquatic photosynthesis, or ocean remote sensing, and for aquatic scientists, both oceanographers and limnologists.

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The forty days of Lent represent a special time of preparation. James G. Kirk's meditations are meant to help Christians use this time well. Based on Scripture readings from the lectionary, his meditations lead individuals to center their attention on the Easter mystery. Daily, a biblical theme such as mercy, forgiveness, or judgment is highlighted and each day's meditation concludes with a prayer. Classic illustrations by Virgil Solis, a cont...

In this book, James G. Kirk provides meditations to help Christians celebrate Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. After a synopsis of the recommended Bible passage, there is a reflection, written in understandable language with real-life examples, which provide insight and direction for making the day more meaningful. A closing prayer follows. Based on Scripture readings from the lectionary, these meditations can be read by individuals or used wi...

When We Gather" is an essential resource for pastors, worship committees, and others who plan weekly congregational worship. For every Sunday in the church year, James Kirk provides contemporary, theologically solid prayers and other elements for use in worship. Included are prayers of praise and adoration, confession and pardon, dedication, thanksgiving and petition, as well as concise comments on the lectionary Scripture readings for each Su...

Martin Luther King, Jr is one of the iconic figures of 20th century history, and one of the most influential and important in the American Civil Rights Movement. John Kirk here presents the life of Martin Luther King in the context of that movement, placing him at the center of the Afro-American fight for equality and recognition.This book combines the insights from two fields of study seeking to combine the "top down” national federal policy-...