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Professional sports have played an important part in the history of
the people and the City of Detroit since the turn of the century.
Detroit sports teams have given the city a unique identity and
provided the means to gain both a sense of community pride and a
unity of spirit. At no other time was this more evident than during
the decades from the 1920s through the 1950s, when Detroit teams
rose consistently to the top of their individual professions. In
1935, the three professional sports teams in Detroit accomplished a
remarkable feat by each winning their respective league titles and
going on to capture the World Championships of baseball, football,
and hockey, earning for the City of Detroit the honored sobriquet
of aCity of Champions.a Here began a close and lasting relationship
between Detroit sports teams and their fans.
Science is for everyone! Science People celebrates the diversity of
the scientific community around the world. Meet more than 50
trailblazers in botany, biology, physics, engineering, mathematics,
and a host of other STEM fields. Bold, whimsical illustrations by
David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In) along with concise,
engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of scientists, from around
the world and all eras of history. Classic figures like Galileo and
Marie Curie are included alongside scientists and activists working
in the field right now - like geneticists (and Nobel Prize winners)
Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier, or Phillip Alviola, a
bat virologist from the Philippines on the cutting edge of
coronavirus research. From astronomers to zoologists, Science
People highlights explorers in a wide range of fields -
representing a multicultural mix of genders, races, and
nationalities, in walks of life - showing that science is for
everyone. It will inspire readers young and old to ask their own
questions about the world around them.
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Sharks - the ultimate predators, masters of their watery domain, a
world that is entirely alien and inhospitable to man. So many
aspects of the shark are associated with humankind's most primal
fears. The tell-tale dorsal fin slicing through the water, the dead
eyed-stare, the gaping jaws full to unforgiving teeth, the
remorseless drive to kill and feed...Inspired by such classic pulp
movies as Jaws and Deep Blue Sea - as well as such ludicrous
delights as Sharknado and Mega Shark vs Giant Octopus - the stories
contained within are rip-roaring page-turners and slow-build
chillers that celebrate all things savage, pulp and selachian.
Covering the whole range of speculative fiction genres, from horror
and Steampunk, through to SF and WTF, these are stories with bite!
Come on in. The water's fine...
A thrilling story of darkness and destiny, where the brave step
forward and fall over. A terrible sect has arisen in Illmoor -
they're deadly and they're even more hellbent on the destruction of
the city than the citizens themselves.
Collection of eight fan favourite episodes of the acclaimed US
sitcom about the middle-aged Seattle psychiatrist. Having recently
moved from Boston to his former hometown of Seattle, Dr Frasier
Crane (Kelsey Grammer) soon finds himself on the radio as the host
of his own call-in advice show. When he's not dealing with his
listeners' problems, he's getting caught up in disputes involving
his retired police detective father, Martin (John Mahoney), his
father's physical therapist, Daphne (Jane Leeves), his younger
brother, Niles (David Hyde Pierce), his radio show producer, Roz
(Peri Gilpin), and his father's mischievous dog, Eddie. The
episodes are: 'A Midwinter Night's Dream', 'Frasier Crane's Day
Off', 'Daphne's Room', 'Moon Dance', 'The Two Mrs. Cranes', 'Ham
Radio', 'Ski Lodge' and 'Three Valentines'.
This book engages with the concept “queer battle fatigue,â€
which is the everyday exhaustion that LGBTQIA+ people and
communities often experience from anti-queer norms and values.
Contributors express how this concept is often experienced across
spaces and places, from schools to communities. Queer Battle
Fatigue is one way to express the everyday exhaustion that LGBTQIA+
people and communities often feel that is a result sociopolitical
and cultural anti-queer norms and values. In this volume,
contributors think about how queer battle fatigue hits bodies and
their multiple ways of being, knowing, and doing. Chapters describe
how such violence flows from early childhood experiences to
universities and across community spaces. Contributors also
describe how people and communities resist and refuse anti-queer
norms and values, carving out pathways to live, love, and have joy
despite everyday oppressions. From calling on Black queer
ancestors, to using STEM education as a safe space, to artistic
representations of identities, the chapters in Queer Battle Fatigue
ask readers to consider how to disrupt and deconstruct anti-queer
norms while also engaging in the many beautiful forms of queer joy
as an act of resistance. Queer Battle Fatigue will be a key
resource for academics, researchers, and advanced students of
Education, Qualitative Research, Queer Theory and Gender Studies,
Educational Research and Curiculum Studies. The chapters included
in this book were originally published as a special issue of
International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education.
Writing and the Articulation of Post-Qualitative Research is a
collection of experimental essays on the implications of
articulating or performing qualitative research from
post-qualitative philosophies. Although writing has been an
integral part of qualitative research, for better or worse,
throughout the history of the field, the recent emergence of
post-qualitative inquiry necessitates a reconsideration of writing.
This collection of international authors explores the process and
practice of writing in qualitative research from an
onto-epistemological perspective, engaging with temporal, spatial,
relational, social-cultural, and affective concepts and dilemmas
such as philosophical alignment, advocacy in research and the
privileging of written academic language for research
dissemination. The exploration of these questions can help
qualitative researchers in the social sciences and humanities
consider how modalities and processes of writing can alter, shift,
and challenge the ways in which they articulate their research.
Thus, rather than writing being a conveyor of the events happening
during data collection, or used to analyze data or display results,
the authors in this book consider writing as a primary agent in the
research process This book has been designed for scholars in the
social sciences and humanities who want to rethink how they use
writing in their research endeavors and especially ones who are
considering engaging with post-qualitative research.
The first in an hilarous and exciting new fantasy sequence from a
fresh new talent. The Duke of Dulwich is in distress - several
reports are coming in that the city is beginning to be over-run by
a plague of rats. Naturally he has killed off all witnesses, but
daily the problem is becoming more obvious. His corrupt council,
led by the hapless ex-wizard Tambor has no solutions. He must send
for mercenaries to rid his city of the rampant rodents. Heralds
ride out from every gate, each hoping to bring back the saviour of
the city. Part-time herald, full-time thief, and grandson to
Tambor, Jimmy Quickstint is the lucky man - falling haphazardly
upon the skills of Diek Wustapha - a charmer - recently inhabited
by magic and suddenly irresistible to girls, sheep - and rats. Diek
fulfils his task and is promised pound]500 for his troubles. But
once the rats have gone, the council renege on their deal. Full of
anger (and magic), Diek charms the children of Dulwich out of the
city, playing on his mouth organ, where he disappears into the
caves and woodland of the surrounding area. The Duke is now in
despair. Jimmy and his useless friends Groan, a barbarian
mercenary, and Gordo, a dwarf - de
Between the years 1579 and 1581, a courtship between Elizabeth I of
England and François, Duke of Anjou took place. Though this
courtship is often dismissed as a political tactic on Elizabeth’s
part to create an Anglo-French alliance during the Wars of
Religion, The Queen’s Frog Prince presents an alternative
interpretation. In this book, David Lee pores over some of the
surviving love letters exchanged between Elizabeth and Anjou, whom
Elizabeth affectionately nicknamed “my frog.†Lee suggests that
although the courtship suited Elizabeth I politically, it also
blossomed into something much more complex, an affectionate bond,
and that to understand Elizabeth I as a woman, she must first be
seen for who she was beneath all the vainglory and iconography.
Divided into two volumes, Handbook of Special Education Research
provides a comprehensive overview of critical issues in special
education research. This first volume addresses key topics in
theory, methods, and development, exploring how these three domains
interconnect to build effective special education research. Each
chapter features considerations for future research and
implications for fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
Essential reading for researchers and students of special
education, this handbook brings together diverse and complementary
perspectives to help move the field forward.
Fashion Icons celebrates the origins and contributions of some of
the world’s most remarkable and gifted fashion designers
throughout history Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee
Csicsko along with concise, engaging bios written by Gillion
Carrara celebrate a diverse group of designers. From Paul Poiret,
the visionary who shunned the corset, to Elsa Schiaparelli, who
shocked the world with her “shoe hatâ€, to Comme des Garcon’s
Rei Kawakubo, Fashion Icons celebrates 50 fashion designers
who have influenced historical trends, how we dress today, and what
the future of fashion will look like. Featured designers
include: Jeanne-Marie Lanvin, Madeleine
Vionnet, Paul Poiret, Coco Chanel, Elsa Schiaparelli,
Cristobal Balenciaga, Ann Lowe, Christian Dior, Pierre
Cardin, Hubert de Givenchy, Sonia Rykiel,
Halston, Valentino Garavani, Karl Lagerfeld, Giorgio
Armani, Azzedine Alaia, Yves Saint-Laurent, Issey
Miyake, Vivienne Westwood, Rei Kawakubo, Stephen
Burrows, Yohji Yamamoto, Gianni Versace, Miuccia
Prada, Franco Moschino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Martin
Margiela, Dries Van Noten, Domenico Dolce & Stefano
Gabbana, Ann Demeulemeester, Isabel & Ruben Toledo, John
Galliano, Junya Watanabe, Alber Elbaz, Tom Ford, Rick
Owens, Marc Jacobs, Thom Browne, Duro Olowu, Hedi
Slimane, Alexander McQueen, Viktor Horsting & Rolf
Snoeren, Nicolas Ghesquiere, Stella McCartney, Rabih
Kayrouz, Phoebe Philo, Kate & Laura Mulleavy, Virgil
Abloh, Simone Rocha, and Kerby Jean-Raymond
The Routledge Handbook of French Politics and Culture provides a
detailed survey of the highly differentiated field of research on
French politics, society and culture across the social sciences and
humanities. The handbook includes contributions from the most
eminent authors in their respective fields who bring their
authority to bear on the task of outlining the current state-of-the
art research in French Studies across disciplinary boundaries. As
such, it represents an innovative as well as an authoritative
survey of the field, representing an opportunity for a critical
examination of the contrasts and the continuities in methodological
and disciplinary orientations in a single volume. The Routledge
Handbook of French Politics and Culture will be essential reading
and an authoritative reference for scholars, students, researchers
and practitioners involved in, and actively concerned about,
research on French politics, society and culture.
Iconic Composers highlights the origin and contributions of some of
the world’s most remarkable and gifted composers throughout
history. Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko along
with concise, engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of composers,
from all eras of history. Iconic Composers features historical
giants of music like Johann Sebastian Bach and Ludwig von Beethoven
alongside 20th-century composers such as Astor Piazzolla and
Meredith Monk. Showcasing the true range of classical music history
not typically acknowledged – exhibiting a wide number of genders,
races, and nationalities – Iconic Composers celebrates 50
composers who have influenced the field of music and collectively
broadened its scope.
From music to movies, literature to dance – the arts have always
been influenced by the work of LGBTQ people. LGBTQ+
Icons spotlights the history and contributions of 50
pioneering artists who lived and worked around the world. Bold,
whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko (The Skin You Live In)
and concise bios from historian Owen Keehnen celebrate a diverse
group of artists, from LGBTQ icons James Baldwin, Frida Kahlo, and
Freddie Mercury to lesser-known colorful characters like vaudeville
performer Ada “Bricktop†Smith, the toast of 1920s Paris cafeÌ
society who opened a queer-friendly club where all were welcomed,
and Australian dandy Leigh Bowery, whose unapologetic flamboyance
influenced an entire generation of fashion designers. LGBTQ+
Icons is an entertaining exploration of a part of history
most people don’t know is even missing. It will inspire readers
young and old to be confident in who they are, and to take pride in
their own creativity. Produced with premium materials, this book is
a must-read for Pride month and a perfect collectible year-round!
This book discusses and explores the relationship between language
and world view. David Lee presents recent research in linguistics,
drawing together strands from a number of different areas of the
subject: the nature of linguistic and conceptual categories, the
role of metaphor in the everyday use of language, gender
differentiation and social variation in speech.In this study, David
Lee considers a broad range of issues in the light of two
contrasting views on language. For much of its history, linguistics
has been dominated by a tradition which sees individual languages
as uniform, homogenous systems. However, there has always been an
opposite view emphasising the complex tensions and cross-currents
inherent in linguistic usage. This alternative perspective is
explored in the analysis of a wide range of literary and
non-literary texts: casual conversations, interviews, newspaper
reports, official memoranda, television commercials and extracts
from novels. The author describes how both spoken and written texts
can be seen as the sites where tensions between "competing
discourses", stemming from different social positions and
perspectives, are illustrated.
First Published in 1983. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor &
Francis, an informa company.
With the ease and simplicity of a nursery rhyme, this lively story
delivers an important message of social acceptance to young
readers. Themes associated with child development and social
harmony, such as friendship, acceptance, self-esteem, and diversity
are promoted in simple and straightforward prose. Vivid
illustrations of children's activities for all cultures, such as
swimming in the ocean, hugging, catching butterflies, and eating
birthday cake are also provided. This delightful picturebook offers
a wonderful venue through which parents and teachers can discuss
important social concepts with their children.
Tracks & Signs of the Birds of Britain and Europe contains a
wealth of fascinating material for any field naturalist. This
unique guide enables the reader to find, interpret and understand
field marks left by a variety of birds throughout Britain and
Europe, and to use these to identify the species in question. It
covers subjects including tracks and trails, feeding and other
behavioural signs, nests, pellets, droppings, feathers and skulls,
habitat types and field analysis methods. All European bird
families are featured, with numerous individual species being
described in detail. Fully revised and updated, this third edition
contains a great deal of new material, including 19 new colour
plates and hundreds of new photographs, line drawings and diagrams.
Tracks & Signs of the Birds of Britain and Europe is an
indispensable addition to any feather-finder or track-watcher's
backpack - the ultimate resource for anyone wanting to identify a
bird species from the sometimes subtle clues they leave behind.
Divided into two volumes, Handbook of Special Education Research
provides a comprehensive overview of critical issues in special
education research. This first volume addresses key topics in
theory, methods, and development, exploring how these three domains
interconnect to build effective special education research. Each
chapter features considerations for future research and
implications for fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
Essential reading for researchers and students of special
education, this handbook brings together diverse and complementary
perspectives to help move the field forward.
Writing and the Articulation of Post-Qualitative Research is a
collection of experimental essays on the implications of
articulating or performing qualitative research from
post-qualitative philosophies. Although writing has been an
integral part of qualitative research, for better or worse,
throughout the history of the field, the recent emergence of
post-qualitative inquiry necessitates a reconsideration of writing.
This collection of international authors explores the process and
practice of writing in qualitative research from an
onto-epistemological perspective, engaging with temporal, spatial,
relational, social-cultural, and affective concepts and dilemmas
such as philosophical alignment, advocacy in research and the
privileging of written academic language for research
dissemination. The exploration of these questions can help
qualitative researchers in the social sciences and humanities
consider how modalities and processes of writing can alter, shift,
and challenge the ways in which they articulate their research.
Thus, rather than writing being a conveyor of the events happening
during data collection, or used to analyze data or display results,
the authors in this book consider writing as a primary agent in the
research process This book has been designed for scholars in the
social sciences and humanities who want to rethink how they use
writing in their research endeavors and especially ones who are
considering engaging with post-qualitative research.
This book discusses and explores the relationship between language
and world view. David Lee presents recent research in linguistics,
drawing together strands from a number of different areas of the
subject: the nature of linguistic and conceptual categories, the
role of metaphor in the everyday use of language, gender
differentiation and social variation in speech. In this study,
David Lee considers a broad range of issues in the light of two
contrasting views on language. For much of its history, linguistics
has been dominated by a tradition which sees individual languages
as uniform, homogenous systems. However, there has always been an
opposite view emphasising the complex tensions and cross-currents
inherent in linguistic usage. This alternative perspective is
explored in the analysis of a wide range of literary and
non-literary texts: casual conversations, interviews, newspaper
reports, official memoranda, television commercials and extracts
from novels. The author describes how both spoken and written texts
can be seen as the sites where tensions between "competing
discourses", stemming from different social positions and
perspectives, are illustrated.
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