My Brush With Fortune

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My Brush With Fortune
Ashley Jackson
Manufacturer: David & Charles
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0436220350

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MY BRUSH WITH FORTUNE
Ashley Jackson
Manufacturer: S&W
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000TWPZ2W

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America has never produced a more accomplished and versatile professional motorcycle racer. Dick Mann held a position in the prestigious top ten in the American Motorcyclist Association Grand National Championship for 16 years, was the first man in history to win every category of AMA Grand National competition, was America's team captain at the Trans-Atlantic Match Races in Great Britain in 1971, was twice AMA Grand National Champion, won the Daytona 200 twice, and much more. Mann pioneered race track safety and influenced major political changes within the American Motorcyclist Association.

Erasmus On His Times A Shortened Version Of The Adages Of Erasmus

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Erasmus On His Times A Shortened Version Of The Adages Of Erasmus
Margaret Mann Phillips
Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000PBJE5Q

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La Guardia a Fighter Against His Times
Arthur Mann
Manufacturer: UNIV OF CHICAGO + PRESS
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000SEEA22

La Guardia A Fighter Against His Times 1882-1933

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La Guardia A Fighter Against His Times 1882-1933
Arthur Mann
Manufacturer: University of Chicago Press
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ASIN: B000NUSAIQ

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La Guardia a Fighter Against His Times, 1882 -1933
Arthur Mann
Manufacturer: J.B. Lippincott Company
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000RO24AS

La Guardia: A Fighter Against His Times (2 Volume Set)

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La Guardia: A Fighter Against His Times (2 Volume Set)
Arthur Mann
Manufacturer: Lippincott
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Binding: Hardcover

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La Guardia: A Fighter Against His Times, 1882-1933
Arthur Mann
Manufacturer: J.B. Lippincott Company
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ASIN: B000J69WXG

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La Guardia: A fighter against his times, 1882-1933
Arthur Mann
Manufacturer: Univ. of Chicago Press
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Binding: Unknown Binding
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La Guardia: A Fighter Against His Times, 1882-1933 & Comes to Power,

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La Guardia: A Fighter Against His Times, 1882-1933 & Comes to Power,
ARTHUR- MANN
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ASIN: B000RQ8YFU

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Erasmus on His Times: A Shortened Version of the 'Adages' of Erasmus
Margaret Mann Phillips
Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0521094135

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How long will these questions go on?.......2001-05-15

On the eve of another Marilyn movie, "Blonde", I pulled this book out of my library and re-read it. The photos are amazing, and included in the book are official documentation copies that spur furthur contemplation about her death.

Will the questions and the responsiblitiy of her death ever be publicly accountable? I doubt it.

For those still fascinated by this lady, you will enjoy this book and find the facts well researched. Look at THESE pictures and tell me she is not one of the most fascinating, captivating, intriguing women of the world. She died in her prime, and she left the most beautiful part of her in everyone's memory.

That is SO "Marilyn", and someone took full advantage of that and of her.

Excellent Content - The Story Fits Together Perfectly.......2000-01-05

This book is fantastic! Not only does it outline Miss Monroe's life in great detail, it also explains her death. Which, until this point, has seemed unexplainable. In order to truly understand her life and the reasons behind her sometimes obscure behavior, a complete, yet disturbing chronology was outlined by the authors. The book names her murderers and surprisingly, some of them were her trusted "friends" who - acting under strict orders - completely double-crossed her. The shameless cover-ups by a disgraceful group of people quickly followed her death and apparantly still continues today. A truly sad look into an American tragedy, this book should be written into a script and shown to the entire world!

A stunning revelation for all Marilyn's fans!.......1996-10-24

I was truly amazed to read this book about the new revelations surounding Marilyn Monroe's death. First, the authors are able to examine all the evidences one by one, they ruly put you in that investigation! Since many false arguments about that subject have been said;one question remaining and this is what that book answered: WHO KILL MARILYN MONROE AND HOW? So, that's all I can say; just read that book yourself and you will find out the truth. Also, the book take a look at how Marilyn manage herself great about her last weeks, her futur ambitious plans, the way she want her carreer to go...In one word, it show Marilyn like she was; vulnerable, poignant, happy; on her own to find a new way to explore in her life. Unfortunately, she just don't have the time to do it. P.S. Sorry for my english mistakes...I'll hope you enjoy this book as much as me. Have a great reading!

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This memoir that tells the story of one man's love for the piano, and his search for dignity as a teacher, a homosexual, and an artist.

From the age of six, William J. Bryan was fascinated by pianos. That fascination took him to the Juilliard School of Music in New York, to the Saint Louis Institute of Music where he studied with Leo Sirota (who was himself a protégé of the legendary Busoni), and to a Fulbright scholarship at the Paris Conservatory in Paris. As the "Pied Piper Pianist," Mr. Bryan earned the "Best Music Performance Award" in 1957 for school assembly performances awarded by the International Platform Association. He also served as Emeritus Professor of Music for twenty-eight years at Foothill College in Los Altos, California.

William J. Bryan has countless stories about the music and the piano he loves, the people who create the music and their contributions to society, and those who continue to play it. In his memoirs, Fairy Pudding, he writes about his life, his travels around the world, and many of the interesting artists he has met. Interspersed throughout, he also includes recipes for his favorite dishes, which make the book worth a read just to try the simple, elegant recipes:

FIRE ISLAND FAIRY PUDDING:

1 can tuna, 1 can of mushroom soup, 1 small can of Pimentos, 1 package of wide egg noodles, 2 times amount of grated cheddar than tuna, ½ package of frozen green peas. Boil noodles in lots of slightly salted water until "al dente." Drain. In a baking dish, fold in all the other ingredients and bake in 350-degree oven until slightly crispy on top, about 40 minutes.

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Six beautifully drawn full-color masks can instantly transform young pretenders into convincing impersonators of six popular wild animals — tiger, wolf, panda, zebra, koala, and chimpanzee. Perfect for Halloween festivities, costume parties, school plays and party favors, these sturdily made masks are ready to "punch out" and wear.

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Very colorful!.......2003-09-15

These masks are beautiful. They are perfect for my 4 year old to play dress-up with. The masks are made of sturdy cardboard and are easy to punch out - just add an elastic.

Wild Animals Masks: Six Punch Out Designs (Punch-Out Masks)

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Wild Animals Masks: Six Punch Out Designs (Punch-Out Masks)
Anthony Rao , Anthony Roa , and Rao
Manufacturer: Tandem Library
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0613965108

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The second edition of this bestselling book, 'Return on Investment in Training and Performance Improvement Programs,' guides you through a proven, results-based approach to calculating the Return on Investment in training and performance improvement programs.

Jack Phillips has composed user-friendly ROI calculations, plus:
*ten post-program data collection methods
*ten strategies for determining the amount of improvement that is directly linked to training programs
*ten techniques for converting both hard and soft data to monetary values

'Return on Investment in Training and Performance Improvement Programs, Second Edition' continues as a primary reference for learning how to utilize ROI to show the contribution of training, education, learning systems, performance improvement, and change initiatives throughout organizations.

The book also details implementation issues, provides worksheets, and pinpoints non-monetary program benefits. A case study takes the reader through the ROI process step-by-step.

* Applies the well-known ROI method to training programs
* Provides you with the tools to identify the key indicators for measurement and how to measure them effectively
* Summarizes in simple language everything practitioners need to do to sell, defend, or expand training initiatives to senior management

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This book is a GREAT return on your investment.......2000-06-19

Dr. Phillips has simplified a very complex concept. His step-by-step recommendations to conducting ROI studies are clear and concise. However, caveat emptor! He simplifies ROI so well that it seems relatively easy; but beware: there are great hurdles to leap when conducting ROI studies. While Phillips does cover some of the most serious obstacles one may face, such as getting management buy-in, isolating training effects, and handling soft data, conducting a ROI study is by no means a cake walk. For instance, ROI is more than a fifth level of evaluation after Kirkpatrick's four. It should be conducted at all levels of evaluation, which Phillips does suggest. Furthermore, ROI, or any evaluation effort for that matter, should not be viewed as merely a summative attempt; it should be conducted in an ongoing formative manner. Every project should have an evaluation component that parallels each task through the lifecycle of the project.

Additionally, in my opinion, Dr. Phillips' conservative approach to ROI is the greatest selling point. He accounts for error in all his measurements. For instance, when collecting self-report data, he has the respondent allocate a confidence weighting to their estimates. This confidence value weights the response while taking into account error. Furthermore, when calculating values for hard data or converting soft data (i.e., work habits and attitudes) to monetary benefits, he offers formulas that result in a range and suggests that the lowest, most conservative value is reported. Converting soft data to monetary benefits can be painstaking, but Phillips very eloquently addresses the conversion. By obtaining estimates from stakeholders (with a confidence weighting, of course), soft data can contribute to the overall calculation of return on investment. Therefore, your final conservative monetary return is not only based on hard data, but it is based on the less tangible elements of your organization as well.

If Phillips' approach to calculating ROI is too quantitative or laborious for your organization, you should consider calculating the return on expectations. Return on expectations can be assessed via a concept mapping (a multidimensional scaling approach) technique derived by Dr. Bill Trochium at Cornell University. Visit www.conceptsystems.com to review his technique. With Dr. Trochium's visual approach, you have stakeholders (i.e., stockholders, executive management, clients, employees, etc.) set expectations for your organization and then assess the alignment between set expectations and the actual performance of end groups. The result is a graphic pattern match that is easily interpreted and empowers decision-makers at all levels. Concept mapping has some of the same problems inherent in ROI, such as obtaining management buy-in. However, it is much easier to conduct than an ROI study, is based on a sound measurement techniques, and produces graphical results that, when considered collectively, illustrate the expected bang for your organization's buck

A good RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT!.......2000-06-13

If Phillips' approach to calculating ROI is too quantitative or laborious for your organization, you should consider calculating the return on expectations. Return on expectations can be assessed via a concept mapping (a multidimensional scaling approach) technique derived by Dr. Bill Trochium at Cornell University. ... With Dr. Trochium's visual approach, you have stakeholders (i.e., stockholders, executive management, clients, employees, etc.) set expectations for your organization and then assess the alignment between set expectations and the actual performance of end groups. The result is a graphic pattern match that is easily interpreted and empowers decision-makers at all levels. Concept mapping has some of the same problems inherent in ROI, such as obtaining management buy-in. However, it is much easier to conduct than an ROI study, is based on a sound measurement techniques, and produces graphical results that, when considered collectively, illustrate the expected bang for your organization's buck

A very useful guide to first timers in the area of ROI.......1998-10-20

The formula Phillips uses is a good one and he illustrates his model with many practical examples. There is a particularly good chapter on isolating the effects of training and this answers many of the objections raised to this sort of model where dollar amounts are calculated. The problem with the model is that it is mainly retrospective which means that you are closing the stable door after the horse has bolted in some cases. Having said that, it does deal with topics such as the collection of post program data in a thorough and clear way. If you are interested in intangible benefits of training then there is a chapter which deals with this topic. I would recommend that you also read the ASTD publication which Jack Phillips edited called 'Measuring Return On Investment'. Here there are 17 case studies which demonstrate how you can do ROI studies in the real world. Both these books are vital for anybody interested in the whole area of ROI on investment.

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Do not waste your Money.......2007-03-16

If you want to read a good biography of Nikola Tesla I would recommend you two books: Man out of Time or Nikola Tesla: A spark of genius...

Worst book on Tesla ever!.......2007-01-27

This is by all means the worst book on Nikola Tesla ever! This book portrays Tesla in a way that he never was, a confused lunatic with confused visions and a hard line nationalist attitude. It is no wonder that one reader nicknamed huh concluded that Tesla was stupid and was not able to finish most of his inventions (by the way, this guy sounds like someone from Edison's camp). Tesla was born in an environment of constant clashes between Croats and Serbs, and Ottoman empire (not "Asian barbarians" as this author constantly portrays this great Empire) had nothing to do with Tesla's departure to US. Teslas's father was orthodox priest (a hardliner) who wanted to see his son in the Serbian army (it is the same army who completely escaped into Greece which is unknown example of cowardice in the history and whose king also escaped to England leaving his nation to German mercy, thus Tesla did not see anything great in this "great army"). Tesla refused going to Serbian army and he refused being hard-line nationalist. Tesla once said:" I am proud of my country Croatia and my Serbian nationality". This indicates best that he was not hard-line nationalist (keep in mind that Serbian nationalist even today claim that Croatia is occupied Serbian territory and that it will be wiped off the map). This author actually invented many stories of Tesla's life and even more of them are from second or third hand, totally untrue.
On the technical aspect of this book it is not even worth any comments. Someone who does not know anything about electrical tech must be wondering, what the heck did this guy Tesla invent anyway (hence huh reader again)? I would describe the technical portion of this book as a good joke; even Mr. Bean would do it better. Author just could not sustain a certain hatred for Ottoman empire, which by the way was not much different then eg. Roman empire. Stay away from this book, you will not learn anything from it and could be infected with serious hate.
This book is a zero mark!

The Best on Nikola Tesla.......2006-11-06

Without a doubt the most comprehensive book I have read on Mr. Tesla's life. This edition is meant for that reader who wants very detailed events and accomplishments about the scientist life. Mr. Seifer's research about Nikola Tesla's early life, his early school years, formal education and subsequent acquaintances establishes an overall base on which the reader can reference easily as the book progresses into Mr. Tesla's later years. The author brings to the reader's mind the fact that Nikola Tesla called his "close friends" the most amazing scientists at the turn of the 19th century who themselves became icons in the scientific community. However, Mr.Seifer, illustrates as well the human side of Nikola Tesla thereby keeping in focus the frail aspect of this incredible scientist and those devils his amazing intellect had to fight. I strongly recommend this book to those who wish to literaly know about Nikola Tesla's life. It is truly a manificent tome.

A great biography of Nikola Tesla.......2006-06-15

As you'd expect from a psychology professor, this biography is an extremely good biography of Tesla as a person, and a very good biography of his life and times. As with most scientific prodigies, the biographers are not equal to their subjects' scientific accomplishments, which leads to a certain amount of benign neglect. The book would not suffer under a few more historical mises en scène. All in all though, it is an extremely good book.

The Best Biography of Nikola Tesla.......2005-04-27

I value this book highly because of its even-handedness in its treatment of Nikola Tesla. Virtually every thing stated by Mr. Seifer is documented. After all, this book is the result of his doctoral dissertation.

The subject of the book is treated as a believeable human being. Assuredly, he was a genius; but the author fairly points out when Tesla may have missed the mark. The author neither blindly worships nor blindly condemns Nikola Tesla.

Because this is a biography, it does not go into depth about Nikola Tesla's inventions; Enough information is presented as is necessary to the story.

I am thankful that I have encountered this book because it is based upon truth.

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The elegant Sunderland was the RAF's staple maritime patrol aircraft throughout WW2. Crucial in the Battle of the Atlantic, the Sunderland was instrumental in defeating the U-Boat menace which threatened to starve the UK into submission. Nicknamed the Flying Porcupine due to its heavy armoury of 14 guns, the Sunderland proved an immediate success in battle. Aside from its worldwide use with the RAF, it saw action with the RAAF, RNZAF and RCAF. This is the first book devoted to the Sunderland's WW2 service to be published in over a decade.

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Today the most dangerous place on earth is arguably the Taiwan Strait, where a war between the United States and China could erupt out of miscalculation, misunderstanding, or accident. How and to what degree Taiwan pursues its own national identity will have profound ramifications in its relationship with China as well as in relations between China and the United States.

Events late in 2004 demonstrated the volatility of the situation, as Taiwan's legislative elections unexpectedly preserved a slim majority for supporters of closer relations with China. Beijing, nevertheless, threatened to pass an anti-secession law, apt to revitalize pro-independence forces in Taiwan -- and make war more likely. Taking change as a central theme, these essays by prominent scholars and practitioners in the arena of U.S.-Taiwan-Chinese relations combine historical context with timely analysis of an accelerating crisis. The book clarifies historical developments, examines myths about past and present policies, and assesses issues facing contemporary policymakers. Moving beyond simplistic explanations that dominate discussion about the U.S.-Taiwan-China relationship, Dangerous Strait challenges common wisdom and approaches the political, economic, and strategic aspects of the cross-Strait situation anew. The result is a collection that provides fresh and much-needed insights into a complex problem and examines the ways in which catastrophe can be avoided.

The essays examine a variety of issues, including the movement for independence and its place in Taiwanese domestic politics; the underlying weaknesses of democracy in Taiwan; and the significance of China and Taiwan's economic interdependence. In the security arena, contributors provide incisive critiques of Taiwan's incomplete military modernization; strains in U.S.-Taiwan relations and their differing interpretations of China's intentions; and the misguided inclination among some U.S. policymakers to abandon Washington's traditional policy of strategic ambiguity.and th

China's power paradox.(Rising to the Challenge: China's Grand Strategy and International Security)(New Directions in the Study of China's Foreign Policy)(Power ... An article from: The National Interest

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China's power paradox.(Rising to the Challenge: China's Grand Strategy and International Security)(New Directions in the Study of China's Foreign Policy)(Power ... An article from: The National Interest
Warren I. Cohen
Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000FIHQD6
Release Date: 2006-05-02

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Title: China's power paradox.(Rising to the Challenge: China's Grand Strategy and International Security)(New Directions in the Study of China's Foreign Policy)(Power Shift: China and Asia's New Dynamics)(China's Rise in Asia: Promises and Perils)(Dangerous Strait: The U.S.-Taiwan-China Crisis)(Book review)
Author: Warren I. Cohen
Publication: The National Interest (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Issue: 83 Page: 129(5)

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From Brooklyn's parks and parkways, across the Iowa prairie, to Big Sur's coastal highway, people are drawing green lines on local maps and building "greenways" -linear open spaces that preserve and restore the skein of nature in cities, suburbs and rural areas. Charles Little's "Greenways for America" describes this remarkable citizen-led effort to get Americans out of their cars and into the landscape of nature via greenways. Such greenways provide paths or trails for recreation and "link" a region's traditional parks and open spaces. They preserve natural corridors for wildlife migration and protect scenic and historic routes from commercial development. In this first comprehensive account of the movement that is now gathering power in every region of the country, Little describes dozens of greenway projects that have improved environmental quality, invigorated local economies, and preserved outdoor space for millions of citizens.

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Greenways for America Goes Places!.......2001-01-03

This is a great work by Mr. Little. I have learned something each time I have read it (3 or 4)! He does an excellent job of dealing with technical subjects in a very readable narrative manner.

His way of telling the story of the history of modern trails and greenways is inspirational in that it makes you want to go out and really do something in your community. He chronicles several projects with very different origins that all have been successful.

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Great book!.......2004-08-01

It covers the exploration of North America and provided me with more information to share with my students. I was just asked recently why Native Americans were referred to as being "redskins". This book has the information! Great help with Social Studies for ESOL students and their teachers. (Even though I'm certified in Social Studies too, I don't know everything!)

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Good practices for urban greening (ENV)
Mark Sorenson
Manufacturer: Inter-American Development Bank, Social Programs and Sustainable Development Dept., Environment Division
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Urban & Land Use Planning | Architecture | Professional & Technical | Subjects | Books
ASIN: B0006QZYF4

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Greenways for America
Charles E. Little
Manufacturer: Johns Hopkins Univ. Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000V2NPFO

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La Exploracion De Norteamerica
Shirley Greenway
Manufacturer: Editorial Trillas S.A. De C.V.
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Binding: Paperback

North America | Travel | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 968245977X

The last frontier: A study of cultural imperatives in the last frontiers of America and Australia

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The last frontier: A study of cultural imperatives in the last frontiers of America and Australia
John Greenway
Manufacturer: Lothian
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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Uh-huh,.......2003-01-05

This book lambastes the lapses of the 'Seventies with learning, logic & irony by an anthropologist with the soul of Hunter Thompson and the politics of Rush Limbaugh.

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An urban strategy for Latin America
Roger S Greenway
Manufacturer: Baker Book House
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Binding: Unknown Binding

Why Britain And America Can Never Be Defeated

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Why Britain And America Can Never Be Defeated
W. Norman Greenway
Manufacturer: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
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Binding: Paperback

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An archeological survey and cultural resource evaluation of six northern California rancherias: Susanville, Cortina, Colusa, Rumsey, Laytonville, and Sherwood Valley Rancherias : final report

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An archeological survey and cultural resource evaluation of six northern California rancherias: Susanville, Cortina, Colusa, Rumsey, Laytonville, and Sherwood Valley Rancherias : final report
Gregory Greenway
Manufacturer: U.S. Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, Western Archeological Center
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Binding: Unknown Binding

The Greenway Road and 17th Avenue petroglyph site (AZ T:8:102[AZS]) (Report)

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The Greenway Road and 17th Avenue petroglyph site (AZ T:8:102[AZS]) (Report)
Todd W Bostwick
Manufacturer: City of Phoenix, Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park, Archaeology Section
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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