This is a story with a beginning and an end that begins again.

Like everything and everyone around her, Blou Feetjie is part of the cycle of life. She wishes everyone happiness as she laughs and frolics gaily. Sometimes she plays near ten Very Special Stones that share their ancient wisdom with her.

She has to sit very quietly and listen very carefully to how she can make life easier, and better, and more beautiful, and happier, and lighter, and dearer, for others.

Barry Levinson directs this satirical portrayal of two weeks in the life of middle-aged Hollywood producer, Ben (Robert De Niro), who must juggle the demands of his personal life with a series of ever more ridiculous setbacks as he struggles to get his new film completed. Industry insider Art Linson wrote the screenplay, which is adapted from his memoirs 'What Just Happened?: Bitter Hollywood Tales From the Front Line'.

Our story starts at the International Space Station where Mimi, Wilbur and Astronaut Scott discover some odd news: the Mars rover has stopped working! Mimi and Wilbur take off in a rocket and blast through the stars to find out what happened. On the way, they meet helpful constellations who provide clues in the stars. Can you help Mimi and Wilbur crack the case and rescue the Mars rover?

Mimi and Wilbur travel to a local wildlife refuge, Wildlife World, to discover some terrible news: their favourite giraffe, Zari, is missing! As Mimi and Wilbur set out to find Zari, they meet animals along the way who also need help. Can you piece together the clues to help all the animals find their way home?

A Comprehensive Review of the Liquid Alts Market and How 40 Act Products Can Enhance Client Portfolios Liquid alternatives give investors access to hedge fund strategies with the benefits of 40 Act products: lower fees, higher liquidity, greater transparency, and improved tax efficiency. Alts Democratized is a hands-on guide that offers financial advisors and individual investors the tools and analysis to enhance client portfolios using alternative mutual funds and ETFs. Well-grounded in research and replete with more than 100 exhibits of Lipper data, Alts Democratized profiles the top ten funds in each of the eleven Lipper liquid alt classifications. This includes total net assets, fund flows, risk and return metrics, and the factor exposures that drive performance and help explain correlations to various forms of beta. Jessica Lynn Rabe and Robert J. Martorana, CFA, combine this research with a comprehensive framework for fund selection and portfolio construction to enhance the asset allocation process, facilitate portfolio customization, and manage client expectations. In addition, the book includes functional perspectives on issues pertinent to financial advisors such as fees, client suitability, and volatility management. This helps advisors apply the concepts to portfolios and offer actionable investment advice. The authors also interviewed executives at leading wealth management firms to provide color on industry trends and best practices. The companion website provides ancillary materials that reinforce and supplement the book, including: * The authors top ten takeaways * Classification cheat sheet * Portfolio construction guide (full color) * Talking points for clients * Q&A on liquid alts * Presentation with all 118 exhibits from the book (full color) Alts Democratized comprises a complete resource for the advisor seeking new sources of alpha, diversification, and hedging of tail risks.

Environmental Policy brings together top scholars to evaluate the changes and continuities in American environmental policy since the late 1960s and help students think critically about their implications for current policy. 

“I’m the Cat in the Hat, and we’re off to have fun. We’ll visit the planets, the stars and the sun!� And so Dr. Seuss’ famous Cat in the Hat whisks young readers off on a fun-filled tour of the solar system. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers – from four to seven year olds – the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built.

Hierdie is ’n storie met ’n begin en ’n einde wat weer begin.

Blou Feetjie is, nes alles en almal om haar, deel van die siklus van die lewe. Sy huppel en lag en wens almal geluk toe. Soms speel sy naby tien Baie Spesiale Stene wat hul oeroue wysheid met haar deel.

Sy moet doodstil sit en baie, baie mooi luister om te hoor hoe sy die lewe vir ander makliker en beter en mooier en gelukkiger en ligter en liewer kan maak.

This book provides novel insights into how Chinese provinces have developed into major sources of China's outbound investments. Focusing on the Yangtze River Delta region, the book compares two provinces with highest outbound investment in China, Jiangsu and Zhejiang and traces how locality-unique conditions contribute to the economic internationalization of Chinese provinces. Through its in-depth exploration of these case studies, the book reveals how the deficiency of enterprises' investment capacity heavily depends on the unique political, economic, formal and informal institutions of each province. The findings presented in this book also offer conclusions relevant to the study of the internationalization process of emerging economies engaging in outward investment, such as India and Brazil. Featuring insights from interviews with scholars, managers and government officials this will be an invaluable resource for scholars, students and professionals interested in International Economics, International Political Economy, Chinese Studies and Asian Studies.

"From the top of your head to the tips of your toes Learn all about health from a cool cat who knows!" In this delightful book, Dr. Seuss' famous Cat in the Hat explains to young readers all the different ways to stay healthy. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers - from four to seven year olds - the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built.

'I'm the Cat in the Hat
and I'm writing a book.
It's all about mammals.
Come on, take a look!

'

Let the coolest cat in town introduce you to the fascinating world of nature. Written in rollicking Seussian rhyme and packed with funny pictures, 'The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library' explores the huge variety of life forms, from mammals and minibeasts to fishes and dinosaurs – looking at how animals live, what they eat, how they survive. A wonderful introduction to nature for early readers!

LEARN TO READ. READ TO LEARN.

"From the top of your head to the tips of your toes Learn all about health from a cool cat who knows!" In this delightful book, Dr. Seuss' famous Cat in the Hat explains to young readers all the different ways to stay healthy. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers - from four to seven year olds - the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built.

The Killing Zone: The United States Wages Cold War in Latin America, Second Edition, is a comprehensive yet concise analysis of U.S. policies in Latin America during the Cold War. Author Stephen G. Rabe, a leading authority in the field, argues that the sense of joy and accomplishment that accompanied the end of the Cold War, the liberation of Eastern Europe, and the collapse of the Soviet Union must be tempered by the realization that Latin Americans paid a ghastly price during the Cold War. Dictatorship, authoritarianism, the methodical abuse of human rights, and campaigns of state terrorism characterized life in Latin America between 1945 and 1989. Countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, El Salvador, and Guatemala endured appalling levels of political violence. The U.S. repeatedly intervened in the internal affairs of Latin American nations in the name of anticommunism, destabilizing constitutional governments and aiding and abetting those who murdered and tortured. Rabe supplements his strong, provocative historical narrative with stories about the fates of ordinary Latin Americans, an extensive chronology, a series of evocative photographs, and an annotated bibliography.

"A bird gets its name from the simplest things - what it does, how it looks, or the song that it sings." And so Dr. Seuss' famous Cat in the Hat introduces young readers to the amazing world of birds. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers - from four to seven year olds - the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built..

Grow your heart three sizes and get in on all of the Grinch-mas cheer with this board book based on the original How the Grinch Stole Christmas, featuring everyone's favorite Who from Who-ville, Cindy Lou Who! In this sweet, sturdy board book, Cindy-Lou Who shares her favorite Who-ville holiday traditions-from trimming the Christmas tree and hanging stockings to baking cookies, wrapping presents, singing, and getting together with family and friends. Written in rhymed verse, it's an ideal introduction to the story and a perfect gift for toddlers and preschoolers too young for the classic picture book. Now everyone in the family can have a merry Grinchmas!

Hello! I'm the Fish To the beach let us go! The Fish Channel asked me to star in a show ... Join the Cat in the Hat and the Fish as they introduce beginning readers to the many different kinds of creatures that live in or near the sea. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers - from four to seven year olds - the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built.

Edwin A. Abbotts Flachland erzählt auf humorvolle Weise die Geschichte einer zweidimensionalen Welt aus der Sicht eines Quadrats, das in die Mysterien des dreidimensionalen Raums eingeweiht wird. Die vorliegende Neuübersetzung des Romans von 1884 wird durch einen durchgängigen Kommentar ergänzt, der auf der 2010 bei Cambridge University Press erschienenen Ausgabe von William Lindgren und Thomas Banchoff basiert. Damit liegt zum ersten Mal in deutscher Sprache eine ausführlich annotierte Ausgabe des Klassikers vor sowie eine Übersetzung, welche die vielen Dimensionen des Werkes berücksichtigt. Die bereits im Untertitel des englischen Originals – a romance of many dimensions – angekündigte Mehrdimensionalität prägt Abbotts Werk nicht nur in einem rein mathematischen Sinne. Zwar kann der satirische Roman als Einführung in die Geometrie höherer Dimensionen gelesen werden, er ist jedoch auch reich an Anspielungen auf die Werke Platons, Shakespeares, auf die Bibel, auf andere Werke des Autors sowie auf zeitgenössische Themen des viktorianischen Englands. In diesen vielschichtigen Bezugnahmen übt Abbott Kritik an den Normvorstellungen seiner Zeit. Zugleich bleibt das Werk auch heute hochaktuell, spricht es doch Themen an wie Klassismus, Sexismus, Ableismus sowie jegliche Diskriminierung aufgrund von vermeintlichem Anders-Sein. So ist Flachland eine unterhaltsame Gesellschaftskritik und zudem eine außergewöhnliche literarische Auseinandersetzung mit der Einsicht, dass Wahrnehmung immer von den jeweiligen Annahmen darüber abhängt, was grundsätzlich wahrnehmbar sei. Die damit verbundenen ‚dimensionalen Vorurteile‘ zu hinterfragen, dazu lädt Abbotts Flachland auch eineinhalb Jahrhunderte nach seinem Erscheinen immer wieder ein. “We thank Mirjam Rabe for her excellent translation of, as well as additions and corrections to, our notes and commentary. We believe that Abbott would be pleased with her elegant translation of his beautiful prose.�    William F. Lindgren, Thomas F. Banchoff

In rhyming text, the Cat in the Hat teaches Sally and Dick about different weather conditions and how we learn about them.

I'm the Cat in the Hat I love pets as you see. You can meet lots of pets if you travel with me. In this charming book, Dr. Seuss' famous Cat in the Hat introduces young readers to all kinds of pets and how to look after them. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers - from four to seven year olds - the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built.

An introduction to the world of Dr. Seuss-for babies and babies-to-be! Artfully adapted almost entirely from Ted Geisel's work, this introduction to the world of Dr. Seuss is a must for expectant parents and new babies! In simple rhymed verse, author Tish Rabe extolls the joys awaiting newborns when they meet the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Yertle the Turtle, the Great Birthday Bird, the Grinch, and twenty-five other beloved Seuss characters. Written to be read aloud to babies and babies-to-be (yes, babies in utero!), the book includes a brief introduction by Mrs. Dr. Seuss-Audrey Geisel-revealing how she and Ted were fascinated by the idea that babies could hear sounds while still in the womb-and might actually respond to the voices of their parents. A perfect gift for baby showers and newborns, Oh, Baby, the Places You'll Go! is the ideal way to nurture a love of reading and Dr. Seuss in the very youngest children!

A board book based on Green Eggs and Ham! for Dr. Seuss's youngest fans! In this sweet, sturdy board book, Sam-I-Am shares the story of how he persuades his friend to try green eggs and ham. (What's Sam's secret? He never stops trying, of course!) Written in rhymed verse, this funny board book is an ideal introduction to the story for toddlers and preschoolers too young for the classic Beginner Book. Now everyone in the family--even pre-readers--can share in the fun and learn a valuable life lesson about trying new things!

The corruption of public officials in the United States and its corrosive impact on public policy, political stability and democratic institutions, earns it a spot among the most critical public crises of the last decade. There have been scandals involving elected officials across the political spectrum from local elected officials up to the White House, involving conflicts of interest, campaign fundraising and political elections. At the heart of many scandals is the discretionary power of public officials to make decisions based on personal interest, often leading to corruption. Understanding the nature and etiology of corruption is important to drafting controls on discretion and rules for accountability. While strict regulation and oversight mechanisms have previously been designed to encourage ethical decision-making and punish violators, it is the media and citizens that have increasingly become modern mechanisms of accountability. Corruption of public governance not only undermines the effectiveness of the political system; it also results in corrupt public policymaking on the most pressing issues facing Americans today. This timely and insightful book provides the key elements needed to understand the nature and prevalence of corruption in public governance, as well as the devastating public policy consequences. The chapters explore the implications of public governance corruption on political stability, public trust, and policymaking, as well as recommendations for how to establish controls on discretion and strict regulation to increase accountability and corruption control in public governance.