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The Imaginations of Unreasonable Men: Inspiration, Vision, and Purpose in the Quest to End Malaria

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Shore (Author)A small cadre of scientists--collaborators and competitors--are determined to develop a vaccine for malaria, a feat most tropical disease experts have long considered impossible. Skepticism, doubt, and a host of logistical and financial obstacles dog their quest. Success may ultimately elude them. Why, and how, do they persist? The kind of person who decides to combat malaria must have a very rare combination of attributes: dogged enough to k...

Creating Indigenous Property: Power, Rights, and Relationships

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Report copyright infringementby Val Napoleon (Author), Sari Graben (Author), Angela Cameron (Author)While colonial imposition of the Canadian legal order has undermined Indigenous law, creating gaps and sometimes distortions, Indigenous peoples have taken up the challenge of rebuilding their laws, governance, and economies. Indigenous conceptions of land and property are central to this project. Creating Indigenous Property identifies how contemporary Indigenous conceptions of property are ro...

Golden Arches East: McDonald's in East Asia, Second Edition

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Report copyright infringementby James L. Watson (Editor)McDonald's restaurants are found in over 100 countries, serving tens of millions of people each day. What are the cultural implications of this phenomenal success? The widely read--and widely acclaimed--Golden Arches East argues that McDonald's has largely become divorced from its American roots and become a "local" institution for an entire generation of affluent consumers in Hong Kong, Beijing, Taipei, Seoul, and Tokyo. In the second e...

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Francis Adams (Author), Henry Adams (Author), Robert H. Elias (Preface by)Chapters of Erie is a classic account of ruthless business practices in nineteenth-century America--in particular, Jay Gould and James Fisk's successful effort to gain control of the Erie Railroad in 1868 and subsequent attempt to corner the American gold market, which resulted in the "Black Friday" panic of September 24, 1869.Seizing upon the opportunity provided by the scandals ...

The Future Normal: How We Will Live, Work and Thrive in the Next Decade

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Report copyright infringementby Rohit Bhargava (Author), Henry Coutinho-Mason (Author)NEXT BIG IDEA BOOK CLUB 2023 MUST READ BOOK2023 HOFFER BOOK AWARD - GRAND PRIZE FINALISTINDEPENDENT PUBLISHER BOOK AWARDS - GOLD MEDAL WINNERThis is a handbook for visionaries.Making outlandish predictions about the future is easy. Predicting the future normal is far harder.For the past decade, Rohit Bhargava and Henry Coutinho-Mason have been on the front lines of exploring the global forces shaping our fut...

Event Marketing in the Context of Higher Education Marketing and Digital Environments

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Report copyright infringementby Florian Neus (Author)Event marketing is a powerful tool of brand communication and used within many different fields. Florian Neus extends the existing scientific literature to events of higher education institutions and events within digital environments. Different aspects of event marketing efforts within these fields are addressed and evaluated. Based on conducted studies and coherent analysis new insights are derived. Furthermore, valuable implications for ...

The Mouse that Roared: Disney and the End of Innocence

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Report copyright infringementby Henry A. Giroux (Author), Grace Pollock (Author)This expanded and revised edition explores and updates the cultural politics of the Walt Disney Company and how its ever-expanding list of products, services, and media function as teaching machines that shape children's culture into a largely commercial endeavor. The Disney conglomerate remains an important case study for understanding both the widening influence of free-market fundamentalism in the new millenniu...

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Report copyright infringementby Mary Oquendo (Author), Kate Klasen (Author)This 68 page fillable template will make short work of putting together that emergency and disaster planning manual thats been on your to do list forever. All you need to do is fill in the blanks for your business. It includes checklists for supplies, common hazards, debriefing, evacuation and sheltering in place protocols, resources, recovery, maintenance, as well as best intake practices. Number of Page...

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Report copyright infringementby Gregg Colburn (Author), Rebecca J. Walter (Author)Affordable Housing in the United States addresses the issue of affordability of housing, or the lack thereof, going beyond conventional policy discussions to consider fundamental questions such as: What makes housing affordable and for whom is it affordable? What are the consequences of a lack of affordable housing? How is affordable housing created? And what steps can be taken to ensure all people have access t...

The Journey Ahead: Supporting Successful Migration in Europe and Central Asia

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Report copyright infringementby Laurent Bossavie (Author), Daniel Garrote Sanchez (Author), Mattia Makovec (Author)This book seeks to enhance the understanding of migration in Europe and Central Asia, and to propose policy solutions tailored to the diversity of migration experiences and challenges in the region, to better leverage labor mobility for all parties.Author BiographyThe World Bank came into formal existence in 1945 following the international ratification of the Bretton Woods agree...

The Black Reparations Project: A Handbook for Racial Justice

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Report copyright infringementby William Darity (Editor), A. Kirsten Mullen (Editor), Lucas Hubbard (Editor)This groundbreaking resource moves us from theory to action with a practical plan for reparations. A surge in interest in black reparations is taking place in America on a scale not seen since the Reconstruction Era. The Black Reparations Project gathers an accomplished interdisciplinary team of scholars--members of the Reparations Planning Committee--who have considered the issues pert...

An Introduction to Data Analysis Using IBM SPSS

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Report copyright infringementby Lokesh Jasrai (Author)This textbook elaborates on the basic understanding and application of statistical tests and data analysis using hypothetical datasets and SPSS version 22.0. It presents step-by-step processes and to-the-point interpretation for quick assimilation and comprehension.Data Analysis Using SPSS Begins with the stages of data entry and goes on till editing and data visualization. Takes the readers through descriptive statistics, frequency, univa...

Capitalism, Health and Wellbeing: Rethinking Economic Growth for a Healthier, Sustainable Future

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Report copyright infringementby Rob Noonan (Author)Health inequalities are widening, and crises of obesity, physical inactivity and mental health are worsening around the world. Yet there remains a reluctance to discuss the threat capitalism poses to health and wellbeing. Offering a unique contribution to the field, Capitalism, Health and Wellbeing: Rethinking Economic Growth for a Healthier, Sustainable Future addresses the elephant in the room: economic growth.Challenging this crucial yet o...

The Structure of Nigeria's Economy: A Modern Approach

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Report copyright infringementby Ikechukwu Kelikume (Author), Stanley Emife Nwani (Author), Azuka Elvis Ozegbe (Author)In an era where Nigeria's economy dominates daily discussions across traditional and social media, newspaper stands, classrooms, marketplaces, seminars, conferences, and workplaces, the need for a comprehensive textbook becomes evident. As authors engaged in teaching, research, and consulting across institutions, we recognised critical gaps in existing narratives-both in the m...

The Global Coup d'État: The Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Great Reset

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Report copyright infringementby Jacob Nordangård (Author), Catherine Austin Fitts (Foreword by)We are in the midst of a devastating takeover of our world. The Global Coup d'État shows how, why, and what we can do to stop it. The year 2020 will go down in history as the year when the global coup d'état was initiated. In a historical context, the COVID-19 crisis, the murder of George Floyd by a police officer and subsequent riots, mass protests against government lockdowns, and the 2020 electi...

Racial Innocence: Unmasking Latino Anti-Black Bias and the Struggle for Equality - Paperback

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by Tanya Katerí Hernández (Author)"Profound and revelatory, Racial Innocence tackles head-on the insidious grip of white supremacy on our communities and how we all might free ourselves from its predation. Tanya Katerí Hernández is fearless and brilliant . . . What fire!"--Junot Díaz The first comprehensive book about anti-Black bias in the Latino community that unpacks the misconception that Latinos are "exempt" from racism due to their ethnicity and multicultural background Racial Innocence...

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Report copyright infringementby E. S. Craighill Handy (Created by)In Samoan House Building, Cooking and Tattooing, E. S. Craighill Handy provides a detailed account of traditional Samoan practices. From the construction of houses to the art of tattooing, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the cultural traditions of Samoa.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in ...

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Report copyright infringementby Vir Khanna (Author)Vir Khanna's "The Sustainable Farm: Nurturing Our Land and Feeding the Future" is an inspiring look at the promising potential at the crossroads of agriculture, ecology, and eco-friendly lifestyles. Khanna, a seasoned specialist in sustainable farming practices, delivers a fascinating tale that digs into the crucial role of responsible farming in protecting our planet's future.This fascinating book explores the foundations of sustainable agri...

Jackpot: How the Super-Rich Really Live--And How Their Wealth Harms Us All

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Mechanic (Author)A senior editor at Mother Jones dives into the lives of the extremely rich, showing the fascinating, otherworldly realm they inhabit--and the insidious ways this realm harms us all. Have you ever fantasized about being ridiculously wealthy? Probably. Striking it rich is among the most resilient of American fantasies, surviving war and peace, expansions and recessions, economic meltdowns and global pandemics. We dream of the jackpot, the...

We Can Do Better: A Departure Into the World of Tomorrow

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Report copyright infringementby Maja Göpel (Author), David Shaw (Translator), Marcus Jauer (With)"A profound diagnosis and wake-up call."--Ralph Gerstenberg, Deutschlandfunk Kultur Book Review Political economist Maja G?pel delivers the tools we need to build the world we want to live in Humanity is undergoing a massive process of transformation, and the way we live is about to change in a fundamental way. In recent times, we've lived so hard on the earth, that the environment, the economy, p...

Becoming a Causie: Champion Your Cause Through Nonprofit Board Leadership

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Report copyright infringementby Rob Acton (Author)Unleash Your Passion and Maximize Your Impact as a Causie.Are you driven by a cause you care deeply about, but struggle to find the time or don't have the know-how to make a real difference? Introducing the Causie--an intentional, passionate advocate who transforms their purpose into powerful, lasting change.Causies make a substantial, long-term commitment to serve their cause with more than a financial donation. They're on a mission to create...

Anglo-Saxon Superiority: To What It Is Due (

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Report copyright infringementby Edmond Demolins (Author)This book explores the reasons behind the perceived superiority of the Anglo-Saxon people, focusing on their culture, society, and political systems. The authors use a comparative approach to show how the Anglo-Saxon model can be applied to other nations and cultures. This thought-provoking book will be of interest to anyone interested in cultural studies, political theory, or the history of ideas.This work has been selected by scholars ...

The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the American Catholic Church - Paperback

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by Rachel L. Swarns (Author)"An absolutely essential addition to the history of the Catholic Church, whose involvement in New World slavery sustained the Church and, thereby, helped to entrench enslavement in American society."--Annette Gordon-Reed, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Hemingses of Monticello and On JuneteenthNew York Times Book Review Editors' Choice - Longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker, The New York Times Book Review, The Washin...

Someday Is Today: Achieving Racial Equity in the Workplace

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Report copyright infringementby Allison Manswell (Author), Terrence Floyd (Foreword by)A critical follow-up to Listen In: Crucial Conversations on Race in the WorkplaceIn Someday Is Today, the second in Manswell's collection, you'll broaden your knowledge on racial inequalities in the workplace and gain the tools to become a better leader.This sequel goes beyond surface level conversations about inequalities and promotes the idea that racism needs to be understood before it can be addressed. ...

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Hunter (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important ...

Social Insurance and Allied Services - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Sir William Beveridge (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is ...

Learning Service: The essential guide to volunteering abroad - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Claire Bennett (Author), Joseph Collins (Author), Daniela Papi-Thornton (Author)Want to help? First you must be willing to learn.This year, over ten million people will go abroad, eager to find the perfect blend of adventure and altruism. Volunteer travel can help you find your place in the world--and find out what you're made of. So why do so many international volunteer programs fail to make an impact? Why do some do more harm than good? Learning Service offe...

Cryptid Creatures of the World: An Illustrated Guide to Myths, Monsters, and Mysterious Creatures Haunting Six Continents

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Report copyright infringementby Karen E. Mueller (Author) Number of Pages: 170 Dimensions: 0.36 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: September 01, 2025

The Folk-Lore of Plants: Superstitions, Charms, and Plant Magic

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Report copyright infringementby T. F. Thiselton Dyer (Author)A grimoire of green magic, The Folklore of Plants explores the traditional beliefs and magical associations tied to flowers, herbs, and trees across many centuries and cultures. Whether used to ward off spirits, attract love, or divine the future, each plant carries generations of lore and wisdom. Drawing from ancient texts, rural customs, and oral history, T. F. Thiselton Dyer reveals how plants have been traditionally used not onl...

Samhain: Traditional Magic, Recipes, and Tales for Halloween

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Report copyright infringementby Wyrd Books (Author), Lizzie Stoddart (Editor)Honour the Witches' New Year with this magical guide to Samhain. In a collection of age-old traditions, powerful spells, and seasonal crafts and recipes, celebrate the mystical traditions of the Halloween Sabbat. Samhain takes place when the veil between worlds is thin, the spirits of our ancestors roam among us once more, and, in many places, the natural world is going through its most intense period of change. Know...

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Report copyright infringementby Albert Churchward (Author)First published in 1915, symbol expert and renowned author Albert Churchward traces and reveals the history of this very secret order. Number of Pages: 348 Dimensions: 0.94 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: June 01, 2007

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Report copyright infringementby James George Frazer (Author)Explore the fascinating world of mythology and comparative religion with "The Golden Bough, Third Edition, Vol. 6 of 12," subtitled "Part 4, Adonis Attis Osiris, Vol. 2 of 2," by James George Frazer. This meticulously prepared volume delves into ancient folklore and religious history, focusing on the myths surrounding Adonis, Attis, and Osiris. A cornerstone of folklore and mythology studies, "The Golden Bough" examines the rituals, ...