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Djimon Hounsou, Norman Reedus, Sandrine Holt; Contributions by Robert Kirkman, Chris Pasetto, …
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Stems (Paperback)
Marissa Kirkman
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R182
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The important science topic of plant growth is featured in this
beautiful, easily accessible book on stems. Clear photographs and
simple, engaging text describe stems and how they help plants live
and grow.
THE BEST SUPERHERO UNIVERSE SERIES IN THE UNIVERSE! Â By now,
everyone in the world knows Invincible. But what about the rest of
the Invincible Universe’s heroes and villains?  Atom Eve!
Rex Splode! Brit! Best Tiger! Â This collection reveals the
secret history of Invincible's closest allies, as well as the
formation of a brand-new Guardians of the Globe team to fight the
largest gathering of supervillains ever: The Order. Â
Collects INVINCIBLE PRESENTS: ATOM EVE #1-2, INVINCIBLE PRESENTS:
ATOM EVE & REX SPLODE #1-3, GUARDING THE GLOBE (VOL. 1) #1-6,
GUARDING THE GLOBE (VOL. 2) #1-6, and INVINCIBLE UNIVERSE #1-12.
Towards Identity in the Psychoanalytic Encounter addresses the
theme of identification and identity in the psychoanalytic clinic
as elaborated by Jacques Lacan over the course of his teaching. In
psychoanalysis the subject who is summoned “to speak himself”,
is by definition lacking in identity. His question is “What am
I?” but, as he is only represented by his words, his being is
“always elsewhere”, within other words that are yet to come.
Thus a paradox: one seeks via speech the identity of a being who,
through his speech, is not identifiable. Yet the fact remains, he
has a body, and he is riveted to sufferings that psychoanalysis,
from Freud to Lacan, identified, which are not accidental, which we
call repetition and symptom, and which shift the question of
identity, because a One, real, is at play in them. Towards Identity
in the Psychoanalytic Encounter will be key reading for the study
and research of Lacanian psychoanalysis and all practitioners
interested in Lacan’s teaching, as well as other discourses such
as philosophy, art, literature and history.
NOW A HIT ANIMATED SERIES ON PRIME VIDEO! Â These all-new 6x9
softcover editions collect the entire INVINCIBLE comic book series
from the very beginning, with stunning new covers from Cory Walker
& Dave McCaig. Â Mark Grayson is just like most everyone
else his age. Except his father is the most powerful superhero on
the planet—Omni-Man. When Mark develops powers of his own, it’s
a dream come true. But living up to his father’s legacy is only
the beginning of Mark’s problems…  Collects INVINCIBLE
#1-7.
Towards Identity in the Psychoanalytic Encounter addresses the
theme of identification and identity in the psychoanalytic clinic
as elaborated by Jacques Lacan over the course of his teaching. In
psychoanalysis the subject who is summoned “to speak himself”,
is by definition lacking in identity. His question is “What am
I?” but, as he is only represented by his words, his being is
“always elsewhere”, within other words that are yet to come.
Thus a paradox: one seeks via speech the identity of a being who,
through his speech, is not identifiable. Yet the fact remains, he
has a body, and he is riveted to sufferings that psychoanalysis,
from Freud to Lacan, identified, which are not accidental, which we
call repetition and symptom, and which shift the question of
identity, because a One, real, is at play in them. Towards Identity
in the Psychoanalytic Encounter will be key reading for the study
and research of Lacanian psychoanalysis and all practitioners
interested in Lacan’s teaching, as well as other discourses such
as philosophy, art, literature and history.
On a trip to Africa, Mark finds himself torn between two lives: his
normal life with his girlfriend Amber and his super-hero life with
good friend Atom Eve. Decisions, decisions... Also in this volume:
Angstrom Levy makes his move and the truth about ROBOT is revealed!
From visionary creators Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead), Cory
Walker (Science Dog), and Ryan Ottley (Amazing Spider-Man).
This book presents one author's view of the range and depth of
recent scholarly study of sacred and liturgical music of the
fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, as represented in a range of
nineteen articles published in the last twenty or so years. It
reprints, and contextualises, groups of articles on music of the
French and Flemish Low Countries, Italy, Germany, England and
Spain. Spanning a broad range of scholarly approaches, the
anthology aims to inform aspiring scholars in the field, and to
stimulate future studies in these and related areas.
When it first appeared, The English Rogue was declared a forbidden book on account of its gross indecency. Copies were printed secretly and sold furtively at alehouses until 1665 when it was properly licensed. When requested, the author, Richard Head, declined to produce a second volume as it was his belief that the text had been interpreted as autobiographical and his reputation had suffered as a consequence. Francis Kirkman, who had acquired the rights to the work, set about the endeavour himself and wrote the remaining volumes, publishing them in 1671. This is a reprint of the 1928 reissue containing Head's original book and two of Kirkman's added volumes.
In this instant New York Times bestseller that's "boldly funny
without being anti-mom" (In Touch), comedian and Chelsea Lately
regular Jen Kirkman champions every woman's right to follow her own
path--even if that means being "childfree by choice." In her debut
memoir, actress and comedian Jen Kirkman delves into her off-camera
life with the same snarky sensitivity and oddball humor she brings
to her sold-out standup shows and the Chelsea Lately roundtable,
where she is a writer and regular performer. As a woman of a
certain age who has no desire to start a family, Jen often finds
herself confronted (by friends, family, and total strangers) about
her decision to be "childfree by choice." I Can Barely Take Care of
Myself offers honest and hilarious responses to questions like "Who
will take care of you when you get old?" (Servants!) and a peek
into the psyche--and weird and wonderful life--of a woman who has
always marched to the beat of a different drummer and is pretty
sure she's not gonna change her mind, but thanks for your concern.
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Leaves (Paperback)
Marissa Kirkman
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R221
R181
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The important science topic of plant growth is featured in this
beautiful, easily accessible book on leaves. Clear photographs and
simple, engaging text describe leaves and how they help plants live
and grow.
Popular music is a growing presence in education, formal and
otherwise, from primary school to postgraduate study. Programmes,
courses and modules in popular music studies, popular music
performance, songwriting and areas of music technology are becoming
commonplace across higher education. Additionally, specialist
pop/rock/jazz graded exam syllabi, such as RockSchool and Trinity
Rock and Pop, have emerged in recent years, meaning that it is now
possible for school leavers in some countries to meet university
entry requirements having studied only popular music. In the
context of teacher education, classroom teachers and
music-specialists alike are becoming increasingly empowered to
introduce popular music into their classrooms. At present, research
in Popular Music Education lies at the fringes of the fields of
music education, ethnomusicology, community music, cultural studies
and popular music studies. The Ashgate Research Companion to
Popular Music Education is the first book-length publication that
brings together a diverse range of scholarship in this emerging
field. Perspectives include the historical, sociological,
pedagogical, musicological, axiological, reflexive, critical,
philosophical and ideological.
Ecological Restoration and Management of Longleaf Pine Forests is a
timely synthesis of the current understanding of the natural
dynamics and processes in longleaf pine ecosystems. This book
beautifully illustrates how incorporation of basic ecosystem
knowledge and an understanding of socioeconomic realities shed new
light on established paradigms and their application for
restoration and management. Unique for its holistic ecological
focus, rather than a more traditional silvicultural approach, the
book highlights the importance of multi-faceted actions that
robustly integrate forest and wildlife conservation at landscape
scales, and merge ecological with socioeconomic objectives for
effective conservation of the longleaf pine ecosystem.
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Clementine Book One (Paperback)
Tillie Walden, Robert Kirkman; Artworks by Tillie Walden
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R449
R357
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A 2022 Junior Library Guild Selection! Book Riot "12 Best Graphic
Novels and Comics of 2022" List IGN "Best Comic Book Series or
Graphic Novel of 2022" Nominee "Tillie Walden is the future. Her
boldly authentic voice brings new heights to the world of The
Walking Dead. I couldn't be more proud of what she's doing with
this series." --Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead, Invincible)
"CLEMENTINE is an arresting exploration of trauma, community, and
hope, devastatingly rendered in Tillie Walden's signature style. A
triumph of the zombie genre."--Shannon Watters (Lumberjanes) "With
CLEMENTINE, beloved cartoonist Tillie Walden blows open the WALKING
DEAD universe with a story full of blossoming relationships in the
shadow of wintery death. It's ominous and magical and will have you
craving more when the final page turns." --Chip Zdarsky (Daredevil,
Stillwater) "CLEMENTINE brings its own distinct voice, style, and
sensibility to the Walking Dead universe, which is quite a feat on
its own. On top of that, it's an exquisitely drawn story about how
to survive trauma and find strength in ourselves and others."
--Kelly Sue DeConnick (Pretty Deadly, Captain Marvel) "Walden's
knack for character development and unique perspective result in a
tale perfect for diehard fans of The Walking Dead, as well as
newcomers."-Library Journal (starred review) FROM THE WORLD OF
ROBERT KIRKMAN'S THE WALKING DEAD... ...CLEMENTINE LIVES!
Clementine is back on the road, looking to put her traumatic past
behind her and forge a new path all her own. But when she comes
across an Amish teenager named Amos with his head in the clouds,
the unlikely pair journeys North to an abandoned ski resort in
Vermont, where they meet up with a small group of teenagers
attempting to build a new, walker-free settlement. As friendship,
rivalry, and romance begin to blossom amongst the group, the harsh
winter soon reveals that the biggest threat to their
survival...might be each other.
"Punctuation Matters" gives straight answers the queries raised
most frequently by practitioners in computing, engineering,
medicine and science as they grapple with day-to-day tasks in
writing and editing. The advice it offers is based on John
Kirkman's long experience of providing courses on writing and
editing in academic centers, large companies, research
organizations, and government departments, in the UK, Europe and in
the USA. Sample material discussed in the book comes from real
documents from computing, engineering and scientific contexts,
giving the guidelines an immediately recognizable, "true to life"
relevance, which is both down-to-earth and up-to-date.
The book is clearly set out in three parts:
- Part 1 states a policy for clear and reliable punctuation
- Part 2 gives a series of alphabetically arranged guidelines, to
be "dipped into" for guidance on how to use the main punctuation
marks in English
- Part 3 contains appendices on paragraphing, word-division, and
how conventions of punctuation differ from country to country.
Punctuation Matters is the essential guide for technical writers,
editors and communicators, with clear explanations on punctuation,
what it does and how to use it.
An essential guide for managers and leaders on building resilient
teams in turbulent times. As a result of global economic changes,
new technologies, and increased competition, business environments
are becoming increasingly turbulent and unpredictable, requiring
new forms of resilient work teams. Due in part to the increasing
complexity of business environments, more and more organizations
worldwide are using teams of employees to respond to adversity.
Whether it be new product development teams; business crisis
response teams in companies; front line response teams such as
fire, emergency medical technicians, or emergency room teams;
research and development teams; or pharmaceutical development
teams, employees can no longer rely on their own knowledge, skills,
and abilities to get their work done. Rather, employees have to
work collaboratively with one another and combine their expertise
to achieve the synergy and breakthrough thinking that is necessary
to be successful at completing complex tasks in today's dynamic
environments. Today more than ever before, work teams must
demonstrate resilience. In the face of volatile, complex, and
ambiguous business environments, all teams inevitably suffer
setbacks. Bradley L. Kirkman and Adam C. Stoverink provide in their
new book the hands-on practical tips for building and leading
resilient teams equipped to bounce back from those challenges. They
highlight four team resources that are essential to any resilient
team, including: team confidence, teamwork roadmaps, capacity to
improvise, and psychological safety. These four resources are
brought to life through compelling stories of teams that performed
well in the face of adversity—and a few that didn't. They also
provide leaders with step-by-step guidance for how to grow these
resources in their own teams, whether they're in-person, remote, or
hybrid. This book delivers all the tools necessary to build and
lead resilient teams that are virtually unbreakable.
First published in 1905, this book charts the history of English
philanthropy from the Elizabethan period through to the nineteenth
century. In doing so, Benjamin Kirkman Gray posed some important
questions about modern philanthropy, and reflected on the meaning
and worth of philanthropy. Through historical study, the author
discussed this complex question, which, in a time before the
development of the British welfare state, was particularly topical.
This book will be of interest to those studying the history of
philanthropy, social welfare and poverty.
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