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Overcome your fears, phobias and anxieties with this simple,
innovative and effective 7-step method. If you’ve struggled to
deal with an overwhelming fear, phobia or anxiety –one that may
have prevented you from living your life to the full and taken a
toll on your mental health – then this is the book for you.
Written by Christopher Paul Jones, a leading specialist on phobias,
Face Your Fears: 7 Steps to Conquering Phobias & Anxiety is a
practical guide to taking control of your mental wellbeing and
treating common phobias, including fears of flying, spiders, public
speaking and heights, as well as claustrophobia, agoraphobia and
anxiety. Christopher’s innovative Integrated Change System, the
culmination of more than 20 years of research, offers a series of
easy-to-follow, guided exercises that will allow you to uncover the
source of your fears and work towards overcoming them. With this
proven approach backed by a mix of cutting-edge methods, removing a
phobia can be quicker and easier than you think.
A no-nonsense treatment of information operations, this handbook
makes clear what does and does not fall under information
operations, how the military plans and executes such efforts, and
what the role of IO ought to be in the "war of ideas." Paul
provides detailed accounts of the doctrine and practice of the five
core information operations capabilities (psychological operations,
military deception, operations security, electronic warfare, and
computer network operations) and the three "related" capabilities
(public affairs, civil-military operations, and military support to
public diplomacy). The discussion of each capability includes
historical examples, explanations of tools and forces available,
and current challenges faced by that community. An appendix of
selected excerpts from military doctrine ties the work firmly to
the military theory behind information operations. Paul argues that
contemporary IO's mixing of capabilities focused on information
content with those focused on information systems conflates
"apples" with the "apple carts." This important study concludes
that information operations would be better poised to contribute to
the war of ideas if IO were reorganized, separating content
capabilities from systems capabilities and separating the
employment of "black" (deceptive or falsely attributed) information
from "white" (wholly truthful and correctly attributed)
information.
Paul explores both how and why U.S. military intervention
decisions are made. Pursuit of that inquiry requires the
identification of decision participants, thorough examination of
the decision making processes they employ, and recognition of
several factors that influence intervention decisions: the national
interest, legitimacy, and the legacies of previous policies. This
book provides chapter length treatment of each of these issues. The
research is based on detailed historical case studies for the four
U.S. Marines on the beach military interventions in Latin America
since World War II: The Dominican Republic (1965), Grenada (1983),
Panama (1989), and Haiti (1994). Additional cases (notably
Afghanistan and Iraq) enter the discussion when considering
findings with broader implications.
Of the existing theories of governance that compete to explain
government policy making, Paul finds that elite theory provides the
best general model for intervention decision making, but that the
notions of both pluralist and class theorists contribute to a
complete explanation, and sometimes in an unexpected way. Findings
also indicate considerable contribution from and constraint by
institutional sources. However, far from finding that institutional
factors are wholly deterministic, this research offers support for
a choice-within-constraints model. Conclusions suggest that top
decision-makers (especially the president) enjoy wide latitude in
framing the national interest and in choosing where to and where
not to intervene.
A love letter to horror films where poems are the paragraphs.
As Abu 'Abd Allah al-Husayn, son of 'Ali and Fatima and grandson of
Muhammad, moved inexorably towards death on the field of Karbala',
his sister Zaynab was drawn ever closer to the centre of the family
of Muhammad, the 'people of the house' (ahl al-bayt). There she
would remain for a few historic days, challenging the wickedness of
the Islamic leadership, defending the actions of her brother,
initiating the commemorative rituals, protecting and nurturing the
new Imam, al-Husayn's son 'Ali b. al-Husayn b. 'Ali b. Abi Talib,
until he could take his rightful place. This is her story.
Master storyteller Christopher Paul Curtis's Newbery Honor novel,
featuring his trademark humor, unique narrative voice, and new
cover art--now in paperback
Eleven-year-old Elijah lives in Buxton, Canada, a settlement of
runaway slaves near the American border. He's the first child in
town to be born free, and he ought to be famous just for that.
Unfortunately, all that most people see is a "fra-gile" boy who's
scared of snakes and talks too much. But everything changes when a
former slave steals money from Elijah's friend, who has been saving
to buy his family out of captivity in the South. Now it's up to
Elijah to track down the thief--and his dangerous journey just
might make a hero out of him, if only he can find the courage to
get back home.
An incisive portrait of how the new Black politics can forge a
future centered on collective action, community, and care When
#BlackLivesMatter emerged in 2013, it animated the most
consequential Black-led mobilization since the civil rights and
Black power era. Today, the hashtag turned rallying cry is but one
expression of a radical reorientation toward Black politics,
protest, and political thought. To Build a Black Future examines
the spirit and significance of this insurgency, offering a
revelatory account of a new political culture—responsive to pain,
suffused with joy, and premised on care—emerging from the
centuries-long arc of Black rebellion, a tradition that traces back
to the Black slave. Drawing on his own experiences as an activist
and organizer, Christopher Paul Harris takes readers inside the
Movement for Black Lives (M4BL) to chart the propulsive trajectory
of Black politics and thought from the Middle Passage to the
present historical moment. Carefully attending to the social forces
that produce Black struggle and the contradictions that arise
within it, Harris illustrates how M4BL gives voice to an
abolitionist praxis that bridges the past, present, and future,
outlining a political project at once directed inward to the Black
community while issuing an outward challenge to the world.
Essential reading for the age of #BlackLivesMatter, this visionary
and provocative book reveals how the radical politics of joy, pain,
and care, in sharp contrast to liberal political thought, can build
a Black future that transcends ideology and pushes the boundaries
of our political imagination.
It’s 1936 Flint, Michigan. Times may be hard, and 10-year-old Bud may be a motherless boy, but Bud’s got a few things going for him: 1. He has his own suitcase full of special things; 2. He’s the author of “Bud Caldwell’s Rules and Things for Having a Funner Life and Making a Better Liar Out of Yourself”; 3. His momma never told him who his father was, but she left a clue: posters of Herman E. Calloway and his band of renown, the Dusky Devastators of the Depression. Bud is sure those posters will lead him to his father. Once he decides to hit the road, nothing can stop him, not hunger, not fear, not would-be vampires, not even Herman E. Calloway himself.
Renny and Bryce play on opposite soccer teams battling for the championship. Until recently the soft-spoken but talented Renny warmed the bench while another player took the field. But now that player's out with an injury and Renny's been given the chance to show what he can do. And no one is more surprised at Renny's playing ability than his opponent, the hot-dogging, one-man team, Bryce. Bryce was sure Renny would be pushover, but Renny, who had admired Bryce's showmanship, proves that solid teamwork is often hard to beat. And in the end, both boys come off the field a little wiser.
"This special edition movie tie-in includes a letter from the
author, letter from the producer of the movie, and a 16-page color
photo insert
"Enter the hilarious world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family,
the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. There's Momma, Dad, little
sister Joetta, and brother Byron, who's thirteen and an "official
juvenile delinquent." When Momma and Dad decide it's time for a
visit to Grandma, Dad somes home with the amazing Ultra-Glide, and
the Watsons set out on a trip like no other. They're heading south.
They're going to Birmingham, Alabama, toward one of the darkest
moments in America's history.
This book brings together a range of academic, industry and
practitioner perspectives on translational medicine (TM). It
enhances conceptual and practical understanding of the emergence
and progress of the field and its potential impact on basic
research, therapeutic development, and institutional
infrastructure. In recognition of the various implications TM has
for public health policy and commercial innovation, the book
addresses the major systemic aspects of the field. The contributors
explore the dynamic interactions and key challenges in translating
new science into viable therapies for the clinic, which includes
recognizing the importance of social, commercial, and regulatory
environments in addition to good science.
A wonderful middle-grade novel narrated by Kenny, 9, about his middle-class black family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. When Kenny's 13-year-old brother, Byron, gets to be too much trouble, they head South to Birmingham to visit Grandma, the one person who can shape him up. And they happen to be in Birmingham when Grandma's church is blown up.
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Graph-Theoretic Concepts in Computer Science - 35th International Workshop, WG 2009, Montpellier, France, June 24-26, 2009, Revised Papers (Paperback, Edition.)
Christophe Paul, Michel Habib
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The 35th International Workshop on Graph-Theoretic Concepts in
Computer Science (WG 2009) took place at Montpellier (France), June
24-26 2009. About 80 computer scientists from all over the world
(Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France,
Germany, Greece, Israel, Japan, Korea, The Netherlands, Norway,
Spain, UK, USA) attended the conference.
Since1975,ithastakenplace20timesinGermany,fourtimesinTheNeth-
lands, twice in Austria, as well as once in Italy, Slovakia,
Switzerland, the Czech Republic, France, Norway, and the UK. The
conference aims at uniting theory and practice by demonstrating how
graph-theoretic concepts can be applied to various areas in
computer science, or by extracting new problems from appli- tions.
The goal is to present recent research results and to identify and
explore directions of future research. The conference is
well-balanced with respect to established researchers and young
scientists. There were 69 submissions. Each submission was reviewed
by at least three, and on average four, Program Committee members.
The Committee decided to accept 28 papers. Due to the competition
and the limited schedule, some good papers could not be accepted.
Theprogramalsoincludedexcellentinvitedtalks:onegivenbyDanielKralon
"AlgorithmsforClassesofGraphswithBoundedExpansion," the
otherbyDavid
Eppsteinon"Graph-TheoreticSolutionstoComputationalGeometryProblems."
The proceedings contains two survey papers on these topics.
It's 1936, in Flint, Michigan. Times may be hard, and ten-year-old Bud may be a motherless boy on the run, but Bud's got a few things going for him:
1. He has his own suitcase filled with his own important, secret things.
2. He's the author of Bud Caldwell's Rules and Things for Having a Funner Life and Making a Better Liar Out of Yourself.
3. His momma never told him who his father was, but she left a clue: flyers of Herman E. Calloway and his famous band, the Dusky Devastators of the Depression!!!!!!
Bud's got an idea that those flyers will lead him to his father. Once he decides to hit the road and find this mystery man, nothing can stop him--not hunger, not fear, not vampires, not even Herman E. Calloway himself.
Bud, Not Buddy is full of laugh-out-loud humor and wonderful characters, hitting the high notes of jazz and sounding the deeper tones of the Great Depression. Once again Christopher Paul Curtis, author of the award-winning novel The Watsons Go to Birmingham--1963, takes readers on a heartwarming and unforgettable journey.
Bestselling Newbery Medalist Christopher Paul Curtis delivers a
powerful companion to his multiple award-winning ELIJAH OF BUXTON.
Benji and Red couldn't be more different. They aren't friends. They
don't even live in the same town. But their fates are entwined. A
chance meeting leads the boys to discover that they have more in
common than meets the eye. Both of them have encountered a strange
presence in the forest, watching them, tracking them. Could the
Madman of Piney Woods be real? In a tale brimming with intrigue and
adventure, Christopher Paul Curtis returns to the vibrant world he
brought to life in Elijah of Buxton. Here is another novel that
will break your heart -- and expand it, too. This critically
acclaimed story by National Book Award finalist Christopher Paul
Curtis joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning
and beloved novels. Includes extra bonus content!
It's 1936 Flint, Michigan. Times may be hard, and 10-year-old Bud
may be a motherless boy, but Bud's got a few things going for him:
1. He has his own suitcase full of special things; 2. He's the
author of "Bud Caldwell's Rules and Things for Having a Funner Life
and Making a Better Liar Out of Yourself"; 3. His momma never told
him who his father was, but she left a clue: posters of Herman E.
Calloway and his band of renown, the Dusky Devastators of the
Depression. Bud is sure those posters will lead him to his father.
Once he decides to hit the road, nothing can stop him, not hunger,
not fear, not would-be vampires, not even Herman E. Calloway
himself.
"From the Trade Paperback edition.
This volume in the Contemporary Military, Strategic, and Security
Issues series presents a concise introduction to the evolution, key
concepts, discourse, and future options for improved strategic
communication in today's U.S. government. Strategic Communication:
Origins, Concepts, and Current Debates is a groundbreaking study,
the first book explicitly focused on strategic communication as it
is currently used and discussed in the U.S. government. Written
specifically for those who are new to strategic communication, this
incisive book clarifies the definitional debate, explores the
history of the term and its practice, and embraces a broad,
practical definition. But that is only the beginning. Moving to the
realities of the issue, author Christopher Paul reviews dozens of
government reports on strategic communication and public diplomacy
released since 2000, examining specific proposals related to
improving strategic communication in the U.S. government and
explaining the disagreements. Most important, he offers consensus
and clarity for the way ahead, discussing how disparate elements of
the government can be coordinated to master-and win-the "war of
ideas" through fully integrated and synchronized communications and
actions. Key document excerpts from legislation, proposed
legislation, doctrine, reform proposals, and policy documents A
glossary of terms An annotated bibliography of proposals and
recommendations for strategic communication/public diplomacy reform
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