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Children's Dictionary: 3,000 Words, Pictures, and Definitions - Hardcover

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by Martin Manser (Author)Here's a handy guide for young children and students to help with their first steps through the English language. This dictionary serves as a helpful tool for all young learners, and contains more than three thousand words, pictures, and definitions to create a comprehensive reference. An easy-to-understand glossary, it explains meanings and functions of words that children are likely to come across in their daily interactions with the world around them. With its vivi...

Drawing Basics and Video Game Art: Classic to Cutting-Edge Art Techniques for Winning Video Game Design - Paperback

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by Chris Solarski (Author)"This book supports my own 30-year crusade to demonstrate that games are an art form that undeniably rivals traditional arts. It gives detailed explanations of game art techniques and their importance, while also highlighting their dependence on artistic aspects of game design and programming." -- John Romero, co-founder of id Software and CEO of Loot Drop, Inc. "Solarski's methodology here is to show us the artistic techniques that every artist should know, and then...

Universal Principles of Design, Updated and Expanded Third Edition: 200 Ways to Increase Appeal, Enhance Usability, Influence Perception, and Make Bet - Paperback

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by William Lidwell (Author), Kritina Holden (Author), Jill Butler (Author)Universal Principles of Design, Updated and Expanded Third Edition is a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary encyclopedia, now with fully updated existing entries and expanded with 75 new entries to present a total of 200 laws, guidelines, and considerations that are important to successful design. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, this essential design guide pairs clear explanations of every design concept with vis...

Contextual English-Arabic Medical Dictionary - Paperback

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by Abdel Magid Osman Bakheit (Author)Contextual translation of medical terminology from English into Arabic language. Number of Pages: 284 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9.25 x 7.5 IN Publication Date: April 12, 2022

Book Of Etiquette - 1921 Reprint - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Lillian Eichler Watson (Author), Ross Brown (Author)Complete reprint of the rare classic bestseller "BOOK OF ETIQUETTE Volume 2" originally published 1921 in New York. This is the second volume of two volumes. For more vintage books about wines, cocktails, bartending and cooking feel free to take a look at: www.VintageCocktailBooks.com Number of Pages: 290 Dimensions: 0.65 x 8 x 5.25 IN Publication Date: December 10, 2008 ...

MRCP Facts: 1000+ high yield facts for the MRCP & Acute Medicine SCE exams - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Muzzammil Ali (Author)2nd edition: 1000+ High Yield Facts for the MRCP & Acute Medicine SCE examsImmerse yourself in the thoroughly revised 2nd edition of "1000+ High Yield Facts for the MRCP & Acute Medicine SCE," tailored to reflect the latest UK and European medical guidelines. This cornerstone resource introduces over 200 brand-new facts, updates every fact from the 1st edition, and removes outdated ones, all while presenting the content in a more c...

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Report copyright infringementby Sudha Pillarisetti (Author)This book is for any one faced with undergoing a biopsy, to provide information to reduce the anxiety and fear. It is written in plain English with many illustrations. Included are: Chapters on types of biopsiesWho performs thesePros and cons of eachWhat to expect before during and after the procedure.Organ specific chaptersTypes of biopsies that are performedCommon diseases specific for that organ.Later chapters outlineHow your biops...

Aviation Fuel Handling Handbook - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby United States Department of the Interior (Author)The objective of this Handbook is to establish the procedures, guidelines, and standards for the Department of the Interior (DOI) Aviation Fuel Quality Control Program. This should help assure the delivery of the correct type and grade of uncontaminated fuel into aircraft utilized for DOI aviation operations. Number of Pages: 50 Dimensions: 0.1 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication D...

Writing for Story: Craft Secrets of Dramatic Nonfiction - Paperback

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by Jon Franklin (Author)The new "nonfiction"--the adaptation of storytelling techniques to journalistic articles in the manner of Truman Capote, Tom Wolfe, and John McPhee--is an innovative genre that has been awarded virtually every Pulitzer Prize for literary journalism since 1979. And now Jon Franklin, himself a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and undisputed master of the great American nonfiction short story, shares the secrets of his success. Franklin shows how to make factual pieces come...

How to Be Italian: Eat, Drink, Dress, Travel and Love La Dolce Vita - Hardcover

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by Maria Pasquale (Author)What does it mean to be Italian? Is it pausing to enjoy an aperitivo or gelato? A passeggiata down a laneway steeped in history? An August spent tanning at the beach? This book is a celebration of the Italian lifestyle - an education in drinking to savour the moment, travelling indulgently, and cherishing food and culture. A lesson in the dolce far niente the sweetness of doing nothing. We may not all live in the bel paese, but anyone can learn from the rich tapestry...

National Geographic Concise Atlas of the World, 5th Edition: Authoritative and Complete, with More Than 200 Maps and Illustrations - Paperback

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by National Geographic (Author)With more than 250 maps, graphics, and illustrations, the National Geographic Concise Atlas of the World offers an authoritative and engaging portrayal of the world and all that is in it. Expert, up-to-date maps of the world, every continent, and the United States include physical and political details and boundaries, key data for each continent, plus flags and facts for every country, enhanced with representative photographs portraying themes and regions. Addit...

The New Guide to North Carolina Beaches: All You Need to Know to Explore and Enjoy Currituck, Calabash, and Everywhere Between - Paperback

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by Glenn Morris (Author)The New Guide to North Carolina Beaches is an invaluable resource for every coastal traveler in the Tar Heel State. This descriptive guide to North Carolina's coastal counties goes far beyond the basics to showcase all that the seaside has to offer, from beach access points and camping options to aquariums, museums, and other attractions. Glenn Morris also shares informative and entertaining histories of each county, insights into the maritime environment and its wildl...

KJV Holy Bible with Apocrypha and 73,000 Center-Column Cross References, Hardcover, Red Letter, Comfort Print: King James Version - Hardcover

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by Thomas Nelson (Author)Enjoy the unmatched beauty of the King James Version combined with the readability of Thomas Nelson's exclusive KJV Comfort Print(R) typeface, all in a Bible that includes over 73,000 cross references and the Apocrypha.In this edition, the literary beauty of the King James Version is paired with the readability of Thomas Nelson's Comfort Print for an unrivaled reading experience. Helpful resources are included, such as red-letter words of Christ, cross references in a...

How To Start And Operate A Successful Catfish Farming Business For Profits - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Benadine Nonye Nduagu (Author)This book contains the complete steps of how to start and operate a successful catfish farming business for profits. Number of Pages: 28 Dimensions: 0.06 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: May 11, 2023

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Report copyright infringementby Fernando Pruna (Author)"Before the After" is the title of the first book in English of a projected trilogy mirroring the Spanish historical biography titled "Habana 505" written by the Cuban Fernando Pruna and the Frenchman Cyriaque Griffon and published in 2018. Initially conceived as a translation from Spanish to English of "Habana 505," it soon departs the original text's confines and takes a life of its own. Amplified by the author's delightful new anecdote...

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Report copyright infringementby Lulu and Bell (Author)Celebrate the beauty of love and capture cherished memories with our elegant wedding guest book. This exquisitely designed book features a perfect blend of blank and lined pages, providing ample space for heartfelt messages, well-wishes, and personal reflections from your beloved guests. Make your wedding day unforgettable with this stunning guest book, where every page becomes a testament to the love and happiness shared on this momentous...

Come, Stay, Learn, Play: A Guide to Making the Museum Experience - Paperback

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by Andrea Gallagher Nalls (Author)Come, Stay, Learn, Play is a practical guide to creating amazing visitor experiences for those on the front-line of museums. Author BiographyAndrea Gallagher Nalls is the director of experience and operations at the Tampa Bay History Center, and is the Site Administrator of Chinsegut Hill Historic Site in Brooksville, Florida. She has published and presented nationally on various topics including museum membership, guest experience and visitor services. Andre...

What Is a Museum?: Perspectives from National and International Museum Leaders - Paperback

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by The United States National Comm Museums (Author), Kate Quinn (Editor), Alejandra Peña Gutiérrez (Editor)What makes a museum, a museum in the 21st century? This is a transformative moment in the history of museums. Traditionally, the museums have been defined by the functions of collecting, preserving, documenting, researching, exhibiting and in other ways, communicating and interpreting evidence of human culture and history for the benefit of everyone. But what is the future of museums in ...

The Effective Museum: Rethinking Museum Practices to Increase Impact - Paperback

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by John W. Jacobsen (Author)The aim of The Effective Museum: Big Ideas to Increase Impact is to provide every museum professional with practical ways to be more effective at achieving their intentional purposes. The short, pragmatic book provides museum professionals and students internationally with new perspectives on how to organize and run museums more effectively.Author BiographyJohn W. Jacobsen led museum analysis and planning for White Oak Associates, Inc. for over forty years and over...

Endowment Essentials for Museums - Paperback

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by Rebekah Beaulieu (Author)With easily accessible language and case studies of real museums to illuminate major points, Endowment Essentials for Museums provides guidance on the establishment and oversight of endowmentsAuthor BiographyRebekah Beaulieu is the author of Financial Fundamentals for Historic House Museums (Rowman & Littlefield, 2017) and has been a museum professional for almost twenty years, with experience in civic museums, academic museums, and historic sites. Rebekah curr...

The Art of Access: A Practical Guide for Museum Accessibility - Paperback

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by Heather Pressman (Author), Danielle Schulz (Author)This book will help readers take the steps needed to set their museums on a path to being welcoming and accessible. It features a variety of actions that museums, regardless of their size or budget, can implement.Author BiographyHeather Pressman has worked in museum education, development, and communications. She is a founding member of the organizing committee for the Art of Access Alliance in Denver, a consortium working to make Denver's...

101 Things I Learned(r) in Fashion School - Hardcover

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by Alfredo Cabrera (Author), Matthew Frederick (Author)A guide to surviving and thriving in fashion school, from an award-winning fashion designer and illustrator Success in fashion school requires more than a passion for fashion. It calls for the student to understand the cultural forces that shape what we wear and why we wear it; to develop a wide range of practical, aesthetic, and intellectual skills; and to work hands-on. This accessible guide assists the aspiring fashion designer on this...

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by Violetta Elrod (Author), Violetta Elrod (Illustrator)Violetta Elrod recounts the many stories in the life of her grandfather, Lee Bahnum Ruark, who was born in 1867 and lived on the Delmarva Peninsula. He was a farmer, musician, and family man and Elrod tells the stories of his wife, Sarah, and their many children. Number of Pages: 152 Dimensions: 0.33 x 10 x 7.01 IN Publication Date: May 11, 2018

Self-Initiation Into the Golden Dawn Tradition: A Complete Cirriculum of Study for Both the Solitary Magician and the Working Magical Group - Paperback

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by Chic Cicero (Author), Sandra Tabatha Cicero (Author)The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn has been considered one of the most important Western magical systems for over a century. Although much of their knowledge has been published, to really enter the system required initiation within a Golden Dawn temple--until now. Regardless of your magical knowledge or background, you can learn and live the Golden Dawn tradition with the first practical guide to Golden Dawn initiation. Self-Initiation...

The Manual of Museum Learning - Paperback

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by Brad King (Editor), Barry Lord (Editor)Museum learning is a vital component of the lifelong-learning process. In this new edition of The Manual of Museum Learning, leading museum education professionals offer practical advice for creating successful learning experiences in museums and related institutions (such as galleries, zoos, and botanic gardens) that can attract and intrigue diverse audiences. This second edition focuses on the ways museum staffs (and the departments for which they w...

The Camper's Journal (Outdoor Journal; Camping Log Book; Travel Diary) - Paperback

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by Weldon Owen (Author)A durable, lightweight journal just right for campers to plan trips efficiently, record experiences, and capture priceless memories. Welcome to your camping journal, a place to prepare for upcoming trips, reflect on your best (and worst) camping experiences, and keep notes for the future. Camping Logs allow you to keep track of your favorite campsites (or coordinates when you venture off grid), record the weather conditions of your trip, who you were with, and what sig...

Fylling's Illustrated Guide to Pacific Coast Tide Pools - Paperback

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by Marni Fylling (Author), Chris Giorni (Foreword by)This scientifically accurate yet utterly charming field guide to the Pacific coast intertidal zone introduces readers to a world populated by spectacular wildlife.Explore 150-year-old giant green anemones that paralyze their prey with their petal-like tentacles; sunflower sea stars that traverse the tide pool floor on twenty-four limbs; orange-tipped, opalescent sea slugs that dabble in cannibalism; and much, much more. Small enough to fit ...

Collection Care: An Illustrated Handbook for the Care and Handling of Cultural Objects - Paperback

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by Brent Powell (Author), Mervin Richard (Foreword by)Collection Care: An Illustrated Handbook for the Care and Handling of Cultural Objects provides a solid overview of basic collection care procedures and policies. The topics covered address the decision making criteria and risk assessment solutions involved in the best practices for handling art and artifacts. Technical subjects will cover proven techniques, materials, equipment and address problem solving assessment and current solutions....

An Intelligent Person's Guide to Philosophy - Paperback

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by Roger Scruton (Author)"Philosophy's the 'love of wisdom', can be approached in two ways: by doing it, or by studying how it has been done," so writes the eminent philosopher Roger Scruton. In this user-friendly book, he chooses to introduce philosophy by doing it. Taking the discipline beyond theory and "intellectualism," he presents it in an empirical, accessible, and practical light. The result is not a history of the field but a vivid, energetic, and personal account to guide the reader...

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by Lawrence R. Sullivan (Author)The World Today Series: Africa provides students with vital information on all countries on the African continent through a thorough and expert overview of political and economic histories, current events, and emerging trends. Each country is examined through the following sections: Basic Facts; Land and People; The Past: Political and Economic History; The Present: Contemporary Issues; and The Future. In addition to country chapters, the book features extended...

The Preparator's Handbook: A Practical Guide for Preparing and Installing Collection Objects - Paperback

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by Andrew Saluti (Author)The Preparator's Handbook: A Practical Guide for Preparing and Installing Collection Objects is an invaluable resource for emerging museum professionals or anyone working in galleries and collections with little-to-no previous preparatory experience or training. This handbook explores, explains, and illustrates the basics for the preparation and installation professionals. - practical, step-by-step guides that outline museum-standard procedures for most types of colle...

Basic Condition Reporting: A Handbook - Paperback

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by Southeastern Registrars Association (Author), Deborah Rose Van Horn (Author), Corinne Midgett (Author)Whether you call yourself a Registrar, Curator, Curator of Collections, Collections Manager or any number of other titles you are most likely doing condition reports. A good condition report is an accurate and informative account of an object's state of preservation at a particular moment in time. Condition reports can have multiple functions such as recording the state of an object prior ...