Using rhetorical criticism as a research method, Public Memory, Relational Dialectics, and the TV Series Outlander examines how public memory is created in the first four seasons of the popular television show Outlander. In this book, Valerie Lynn Schrader discusses the connections between documented history and the series, noting where Outlander's depiction of events aligns with documented history and where it does not, as well as how public memory is created through the use of music, language, directorial and performance choices, and mise-en-scene elements like filming location, props, and costumes. Schrader also explores the impact that Outlander has had on Scottish tourism (known as the "Outlander effect") and reflects on whether other filming locations or depicted locations may experience a similar effect as Outlander's settings move from Scotland to other areas of the world. Furthermore, Schrader suggests that the creation of public memory through the television series encourages audiences to learn about history and reflect on current issues that are brought to light through that public memory.

North Korea has been described as the most secretive country on earth. Dealing with such a closed society_one that is simultaneously seeking acceptance through nuclear relations while defying the plea to cease development of nuclear weapons_is difficult for governments and policy makers, but Perspectives on Policy Toward North Korea opens discussion on the various approaches the United States has adopted and is considering. Providing expert views on the impasse between the U.S. and North Korea, the volume addresses topics that include the negotiating strategies of the Clinton and Bush administrations, the concept of building bilateral relationships through contact of U.S. and South Korean military officers, and the benefits of allowing China to take the lead in conflict resolution. Employing both traditional and unusual methods, including diplomatic, academic, and military viewpoints, Perspectives on Policy Toward North Korea is an essential guide to a better understanding of this complicated dynamic and an important work for policy makers, analysts, and anyone interested in conflict resolution and security studies.

North Korea has been described as the most secretive country on earth. Dealing with such a closed society one that is simultaneously seeking acceptance through nuclear relations while defying the plea to cease development of nuclear weapons is difficult for governments and policy makers, but Perspectives on Policy Toward North Korea opens discussion on the various approaches the United States has adopted and is considering. Providing expert views on the impasse between the U.S. and North Korea, the volume addresses topics that include the negotiating strategies of the Clinton and Bush administrations, the concept of building bilateral relationships through contact of U.S. and South Korean military officers, and the benefits of allowing China to take the lead in conflict resolution. Employing both traditional and unusual methods, including diplomatic, academic, and military viewpoints, Perspectives on Policy Toward North Korea is an essential guide to a better understanding of this complicated dynamic and an important work for policy makers, analysts, and anyone interested in conflict resolution and security studies."

Researchers who study nonverbal behavior have needed a cohesive discussion of research choices - specifically for the investigation of nonverbal phenomena. This volume addresses that need and aims to encapsulate the primary means by which researchers assess nonverbal cues, facilitating their use by others interested in studying nonverbal behavior. Editor Valerie Manusov collects both well-established and new measures used to research nonverbal behaviors, illustrating the broad spectrum of measures appropriate for use in nonverbal research. In addition to measures that can be used by other researchers with an interest in nonverbal cues, the book addresses issues involved conducting this research. Several chapters provide discussions of larger research paradigms into which a particular measure may be placed. available to them to answer their research questions. The latter includes discussions to help researchers think through the array of choices that they have available to them and to show the strong connections between the types of answers one seeks and the means through which one may seek them. Written by the creators of the measures - all of whom have strong reputations in this area - this book is an invaluable resource for researchers and students studying nonverbal behavior. Scholars and students in interpersonal communications, psychology, personal relationships, and related areas will find the book an essential research tool.

Researchers who study nonverbal behavior have needed a cohesive discussion of research choices - specifically for the investigation of nonverbal phenomena. This volume addresses that need and aims to encapsulate the primary means by which researchers assess nonverbal cues, facilitating their use by others interested in studying nonverbal behavior. Editor Valerie Manusov collects both well-established and new measures used to research nonverbal behaviors, illustrating the broad spectrum of measures appropriate for use in nonverbal research. In addition to measures that can be used by other researchers with an interest in nonverbal cues, the book addresses issues involved conducting this research. Several chapters provide discussions of larger research paradigms into which a particular measure may be placed. available to them to answer their research questions. The latter includes discussions to help researchers think through the array of choices that they have available to them and to show the strong connections between the types of answers one seeks and the means through which one may seek them. Written by the creators of the measures - all of whom have strong reputations in this area - this book is an invaluable resource for researchers and students studying nonverbal behavior. Scholars and students in interpersonal communications, psychology, personal relationships, and related areas will find the book an essential research tool.

Home-Cooked Secrets from a true Southern Belle is a 226 page cookbook. Ms. Pike was inspired by family members to create it Valerie grew up in the South with 2 grandmothers. Winnie who lived to 99 years of age loved to make Purple Lady Salad. Ethel who was Swedish and lived to 102 taught Valerie how to make the best Rice Pudding. Ms. Pike has worked as a personal chef and professional cooking consultant in California. You can enjoy her great appetizers for any party such as the Cheesy Black-eyed Pea Dip. For a Super Bowl Party her Hot Spinach Dip. Your neighbors will smell a wonderful aroma whether you are cooking a romantic dinner or a family get together. You can even enjoy some of these recipes with your co-workers over a glass of red wine Southern Gals love to make casseroles for pot-lucks and you will love her Baked Pineapple Casserole, as well as her Duck and Wild Rice Casserole. Valerie's cookbook will appeal to the working mother who likes to have leftovers for the next night's dinner For Brunch you can make her Sour Cream Coffee Cake. And her desserts include Carrot Cake and the Best Egg Custard Pie. Her book is categorized into Cocktails and Beverages such as Plantation Punch for a Baby Shower, Mama's Punch, Bellini Punch and exotic cocktails like Apricot Lady, Chocolate Martini, & Toasted Almond Martini you can enjoy with your BFF Soups such as Baked Potato Soup and Chicken Tortilla Soup Breads like Corn muffins Appetizers that include Corn Dip Meats like her Oven Pot Roast that will melt in your mouth, Marinated Pork Chops, Baked Swiss Chicken and Homemade Chicken Pot Pie. Pastas like No Boil Meat Lasagna, Rice Lasagna & Venison Manicotti. And Valerie's favorite Best Ever Penne Pasta Recipe. And what's a BBQ without delicious New Orleans BBQ Shrimp served with a side of BBQ Rice and Cowboy Beans. Vegetables like Green Bean Bundles & Hearty Cabbage Casserole. Homemade Rich Sauces such as Bearnaise and Cranberry & Cookies such as Decorated Santa Clauses. Desserts such as my grandma's Southern Pralines, Sugar Cookies and Lemon Icebox Pie. Also included special recipes for the Holidays. Valerie Pike Art Tales Creative Writing Adult Fiction Winner 2013 www.youtube.com Valerie Pike the Ventura Pier at Sunset"

This is a teaching anthology for English Literature at key stage 3. Editorial matter and extracts are interlinked to help students tackle complete texts. The content is directed at both the student and the teacher to encourage exploration and interpretation of the texts. Short stories and typical extracts from Dickens are arranged thematically.