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The objective of Wisdom of China is to provide you with comfort, counsel, and encouragement.These and other benefits will be gained as you learn from proverbs written over thousands of years by wise sages from the ancient country of China. Wisdom is a beautiful pearl; so valuable that nothing in the world can compare with her. Take hold of this pearl by beginnning to read and study these proverbs. You will soon find that their precepts have been hidden...
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Lawyers and judges are the backbone of our criminal and civil legal systems and the products of rigorous education and dedication. While they represent the pinnacle of the legal profession, this book also covers many of the supporting players that are essential to its smooth running, including court stenographers, paralegals and clerks, legal mediators, legal secretaries, and transcription professionals. It also gives readers guidance on what educational...
103) Transgender Rights
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Transgender rights are not just limited to bathroom bills, though the controversial issue has dominated news headlines for the past few years. What basic human rights are afforded to transgender and non-binary U.S. citizens is a mystery to many. The viewpoints in this resource lay out the issues in a concise and informative way, offering measured arguments as to why trans Americans are a protected class, as well as arguments for why they don't need...
104) Francis Bacon
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A key figure in the Scientific Revolution, Francis Bacon laid the foundations for the modern scientific method by stressing the importance of gathering data and testing results. Aspects of three works are examined for their contributions to science: The Advancement of Learning, Novum Organum, and New Atlantis. A final chapter-especially relevant in the light of the current environmental crisis-looks at Bacon's notion that man should use all of nature...
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This is a work of Tricktion, some truth and a lot of fiction Also, it is some truth and some fiction that has been tricked out to make it a more interesting read. Some of these stories I experienced firsthand, many of them I heard second, third, and even fourth hand, if there is such a thing. All of them have been altered if for no other reason than to preempt any potential lawsuits or even attempted murders if revealing some of them happens to really...
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The digital technology skills that teenagers are developing as hobbies can turn into professional opportunities. Today's culture is being enlarged and redefined by digital technologies. Among them are digital sampling and remixing, in which musical artists sample and remix existing materials as core components of their own work. Career Building Through Digital Sampling and Remixing explores the phenomenon and success of digital media in and of itself,...
110) Mobile Platforms
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The increasing power of mobile communications devices has reached the point where they now act as a pocket-sized computer. With this much power, a wide range of downloadable applications, and always-available Internet access, the ability to use today's smartphones for productivity and schoolwork has huge potential. This book examines the uses, applications, and relative strengths and weaknesses among these devices. It also reveals how mobile devices...
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Armed with this lively guidebook, students will be ready to face the often-daunting prospect of conducting serious research in the information age. Fully revised, The Research Virtuoso covers all aspects of research: how to decide on a topic, take notes, skim material, evaluate which sources (especially those on the Internet) are most reliable, organize information, and create a bibliography. Readers will also learn how to access a treasure trove...
112) Dios es gay
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El amor no es un sentimiento, es una forma de vivir.
Existen infinitas interpretaciones de Dios pero ¿cómo es Él para ti?
Si Dios nos hizo a su imagen y semejanza, ¿por qué los seres humanos somos tan diversos? ¿Es posible que Dios sea como cualquiera de nosotros y todos a la vez?
Sin importar el lugar, la religión o la cultura, todos vivimos en busca de ese algo que nos guíe en el camino, ese algo que les dé sentido a nuestras vidas. Sin...
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Immigration, both legal and illegal, has been debated passionately for centuries. The terrorist attacks of September 11th focused more attention on illegal immigration, making the debate more highly charged and the need for a solution more urgent. This insightful book provides readers with the basics about illegal immigration and amnesty. Students learn about American attitudes toward immigrants, and about significant legislation that has been enacted...
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One of the most painful and tragic legacies of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has been the trauma suffered by those who served and the far-reaching consequences and after-effects of their scarring combat experiences. This very important volume looks at the issue of returning soldiers PTSD from multiple angles, examining skyrocketing suicide rates; the debates surrounding the quality and accessibility of health care; the nature of and stigmas associated...
115) Creating Content
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Today's world is one where information can be shared instantly via the Internet, and new ways of communicating are being created every day. This book shows already Internet-savvy teens how to fully maximize fun elements like widgets, blogs, and wikis. Interesting facts are shared in sidebars and the resource section is fully loaded with suggestions for further exploration.
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Wikipedia-the massive, ever-expanding, and entirely free online encyclopedia largely written, edited, and managed by volunteers-has transformed the way people seek information. Many teachers and librarians scorn it, due to its entries' frequent errors and biases. An even-handed and realistic approach to Wikipedia is presented, acknowledging serious flaws and shortcomings as a research tool, while also explaining the value in it. The book addresses...
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Barack Obama made history when he became president in 2008, but his election was made possible partially by the hard work of the many African American politicians who came before him. Even before the abolition of slavery, African Americans held political office, although they have not had an easy time of it. This historical overview of black politicians in the United States enhances classroom learning by bringing to light little-known facts, supported...
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Health care is one of the fastest growing industries in the nation as the population ages and health care needs increase. Vo-tech education prepares teens for employment and further education in this challenging and rewarding field. Today's vo-tech students can learn practical skills, obtain health care certifications, and even earn college credit. This unique resource enables readers to make informed choices about paths to a health care career, focusing...
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Since the development of the World Wide Web in the 1990s, humans have been living in the Information Age. That's why one important job in the growing field of information technology is that of database administrator (DBA). A DBA is responsible for storing, backing up, and making information easy to access, as well as ensuring its security. This title uses an easy-to-understand, straightforward approach to explore the tasks DBAs perform and the education,...
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As the source of all beauty, God created Mary for His Son and us but also as the perfect example of true beauty, which comes from grace and virtue. Preteens will learn about Mary's life, virtues, and devotions while developing character-building qualities and discovering ways to enhance their beauty with modesty. In addition, the young ladies will learn how to establish a holy self-love, which leads to a beautiful life, giving glory to God.
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