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In 1927, at the request of his superiors, John W. Thomason, Jr., set out to chronicle the history of the U.S. Army 2nd Division, particularly during the bloody action of 1918. A proven writer with a solid military background through his service in the Marine Corps and at that time two successful books under his belt, Thomason was a natural choice to write this important document. The project ran into trouble, however, when Thomason made unflat...

Creighton's descriptions of the applicability and helpfulness of statistics for educators is especially strong. His use of plain language and school-based examples is crucial' - Scott McLeod, Assistant Professor, University of Cincinnati Since the first edition of Schools and Data, data-based decision making is no longer an option for educators. Today's educational climate makes it imperative for all schools to collect data and use statistica...

There is no such thing as "perfect security" when it comes to keeping all systems intact and functioning properly. Good penetration (pen) testing creates a balance that allows a system to be secure while simultaneously being fully functional. With this book, you'll learn how to become an effective penetrator (i.e., a white hat or ethical hacker) in order to circumvent the security features of a Web application so that those features can be acc...

Keep in touch with the office or the grandkids Set up your laptop or PDA, find hot spots, and keep your stuff safe Whether you're on the road earning a living or satisfying your urge to roam, this book will help you stay connected to the rest of the world. Here's how to choose equipment and services, protect your data, manage an office on your laptop, enjoy movies and music, and even save on phone calls with VoIP. Discover how to * Choose t...

If you want to focus children's attention, you first have to capture their interest. "Attention Games" is filled with interesting and child-tested activities that can help children of all ages become better at focusing and paying attention. By sharing the upbeat, joyful activities in "Attention Games, " you can enhance your child's intelligence, boost his confidence, increase his ability to concentrate on one thing for long periods, and show t...

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Ideal for middle school as well as functional and applied high school mathematics courses, this fully revised Second Edition of a bestseller– with over 40, 000 copies sold– includes 60 project-based activities. New sections address technology-based applications and e-learning, standards and testing preparation, reading and literacy, guidelines and objectives for group and team-building projects, innovative teaching suggestions with activities,...

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The United States presides over the most far-flung imperial system ever established. This thoughful study compares the American Empire to those of the past, finding much can be learned from the fates of the British, Roman, Chinese, Incan, and Aztec empires. Rome, like the U.S., was a military superpower. And just as Rome's armies were stretched thin, so too are America's -- but Rome's leaders eventually gave up on conquering Scotland. Will the...

Who would have thought that participating in group improv could be so enlightening and rewarding? Peter Gwinn and his colleagues at the i.O. Theatre in Chicago developed The Group Mind to create a new awareness in the mind and spirit of any group or team. The Group Mind, the Holy Grail of improvisation, is created by a synergy among improv participants. It's like ESP. It's the feeling of being part of a greater entity, a sense of excitement, b...

The Leader's Guide offers: " 26 sessions on Christ's life and teachings "Life-application exercises" Easy-to-tech lesson plansThe Student Edition book gives youth a comprehensive picture of the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Its workbook format engages youth, helping them encounter Jesus as a living presence and guide for their lives and faith.

The Leader's Guide offers: " 26 sessions on Christ's life and teachings "Life-application exercises" Easy-to-tech lesson plansThe Student Edition book gives youth a comprehensive picture of the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Its workbook format engages youth, helping them encounter Jesus as a living presence and guide for their lives and faith.

The polymath Michael Polanyi first made his mark as a physical chemist, but his interests gradually shifted to economics, politics, and philosophy, in which field he would ultimately propose a revolutionary theory of knowledge that grew out of his firsthand experience with both the scientific method and political totalitarianism. In this sixth entry in ISI Books' Library of Modern Thinkers' series, Mark T. Mitchell reveals how Polanyi came to ...

Offering a compassionate, biblical approach for homosexuals and those who care, a well-known healing minister looks beyond misconceptions to show how dramatic change happens through prayer.

Make your love life the fulfilling experience it was meant to be! When Two Become One blends the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of marriage with the sexual. This detailed and practical resource presents a compelling vision of God's intentions for lovemaking that will foster a deeper experience of intimacy at every level in your marriage. The book's most unique feature is The Lovemaking Cycle --an innovative model that captures the ...

In The Slow Release Miracle, Andrew Nugent provides readers with a roadmap for reversing the three stages of spiritual awakening: 1. Points of departure (an awakening to the dimensions and dynamics of Christian spiritual life). 2. Vantage points (a growth in wonder for the many gifts of the Spirit in the Church and in the world.) 3. Points of arrival (spiritual maturity, which enables us to go gently into the night, unafraid, with joy and ...

In her steamiest novel yet, the bestselling author of "Somebody's Gotta Be on Top" brings back playboy heir Darius Jones and material girl Fancy Taylor, who finally make some surprising discoveries about each other.

Put your eyes up here, put your eyes on me! Ms Roys asks for her students' attention, but she doesn't really need to. Who can ignore a teacher who wears silly hats and colorful skirts, has a graveyard for used-up pencils, believes in magic and ghosts, and has special eyeballs that let her see the things that make her students unique? In this collection of fun, lively poems by Kalli Dakos, you'll explore the world of Ms. Roys's classroo...

This new collection of postcards features an astonishing selection of pictures by the world-renowned photographer Bernhard Edmaier, whose breathtaking aerial photographs of the earth's surface include such natural phenomena as volcanoes, glaciers and arid deserts. The pictures have been chosen from Edmaier's highly successful 2004 book Earthsong, a remarkable publication that celebrates the extraordinary beauty of the untouched areas of our pl...

Written in accordance with the rules set by the International Accounting Standards Board, this work deals with the application of fair-value principles to accounting for pensions. It is of interest to pension professionals, pension fund trustees, and regulators.