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Great Courses volume 35
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Historians traditionally focus solely on the past, but here you have the chance to apply what you've learned about Big History to see what might be in store for us in the near future. Will we run out of oil? How will we adapt to a changing climate? How will population growth affect energy consumption? Consider a variety of scenarios for the year 2100.
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Stages of Awareness: Reflections of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow by Sheila D. Bryant, is a rich medley of lyrical poetry that captures the spirit and soul of life's many lessons. The passages take you on an emotional journey of the mind like few books have dared to explore. The book's array of depth and emotions keep you wanting more. There is always a sense of hope that life will prevail over heart wrenching challenges. This is a book about the...
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Dr. Jeremiah's platform continues to grow, and his Turning Point ministry is featured on television, radio, and online programing. As one of the most prominent, faithful Christian voices, he will promote Forward across all segments of his ministry.
The first thing we learn as followers of Christ is that we must refuse to rely on past virtuous deeds and achievements or dwell on past sins or failures. When we are distracted by the past, we will be...
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Mechanical Engineering was the first school of engineering to be established at Purdue University in 1882. From just 120 students, the School has grown over the last 130 years to serve over 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students annually. Originally located in Mechanics Hall, a one-story red brick building, Mechanical Engineering now has extensive facilities that include two major satellite research laboratories, Ray W. Herrick Laboratories and...
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People fear many things in life. Pain and death probably top the list; however, there are countless other fears that convince us to play it safe. We stop short from taking one more step because of a fear of the unknown, or the possibility of what might lurk around the next corner.
We all keep a collection of personal fears hidden inside our souls, and are often haunted to some degree by their existence. But there is only one fear that haunts EVERY...
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Black Tech is designed to be the first of several books in a series to help African Americans learn and appreciate more about Black participation in the development of the United States.
Black Tech is written for first- to third-grade readers, but its content is applicable to all ages. In the book, a young narrator presents Black inventors and their unique inventions in a colorful way that catches the eye of the reader. Some of these lesser-known...
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The computing technology on which we are now so dependent has risen to its position of ascendency so rapidly that few of us have had the opportunity to take a step back and wonder where we are headed. This book urges us to do so.
Taking a big-picture perspective on digital technology, Living with Computers leads the reader on a whistle-stop tour of the history of information and information technology. This journey culminates in a deep exploration...
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The show must go on! Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow is a fractured fairy tale based on the story of Rapunzel. Rapunzel is a modern princess living with a bunch of tradition she doesn't understand-why can't she cut her hair, or ride the bus to school like normal kids?! Find out what happens with Rapunzel breaks tradition and disobeys her mother, the Queen. This book provides information on putting on a production-including tips on sets, props, and costumes....
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A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for selected works by Heinrich Böll, awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1972. Titles in this study guide include Like A Bad Dream, And There Was The Evening And The Morning, The Balek Scales, The Death of Elsa Baskoleit, The Thrower-Away, Murke's Collected Silences, Action Will Be Taken, This Is Tibten, My Uncle Fred, Group Portrait With Lady, The Clown, Billiards...
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Are you weary from your challenges, wounded by your battles, or worried your world is spinning out of control? Have the struggles pilfered the life out of your life? If so, the book of Esther brings welcome news: Relief will come!
Queen Esther concealed her Jewish identity. As far as anyone knew, she was pure Persian. But then, came the royal decree that would annihilate her people. She had to make some tough choices. Would she remain silent or would...
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This book jumps from present to past in my moments of PTSD when I relive the events that make these entries. The entire time from when I was six years old to when I am thirty years old in 2020 forms the complete book you now hold in your hand. Through the journey you take with me, my past is slowly disclosed in sections via chapters. I have a chapter for each phase of my life I was struggling with, such as depression, PTSD, abuse, and the major one...
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How do some high schools produce graduates that consistently achieve at high levels? Would you believe there's a set of proven strategies that could help you deliver similar impressive results and better prepare students for the world after high school?
High schools in the United States face a startling reality: many graduates are unprepared for success in postsecondary studies or for high-demand, well-paying jobs in a rapidly changing economy. Although...
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The Gospel of Matthew says some things about Jesus, and attributes words to Jesus, that are unique to this Gospel. If we pay careful attention to these passages, we may find Matthew both challenging some of our most treasured assumptions and providing new, exciting possibilities for the life of the church. Jesus as the teacher and embodiment of Divine Wisdom, calling to us to learn gentleness and humility from him, leads us into a path of discipleship...
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You won't see segments about it on the nightly news or read about it on the front page of America's newspapers, but the Pentagon is fighting a new shadow war in Africa, helping to destabilize whole countries and preparing the ground for future blowback. Behind closed doors, U.S. officers now claim that "Africa is the battlefield of tomorrow, today." In Tomorrow's Battlefield, award-winning journalist and bestselling author Nick Turse exposes the shocking...
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This early work of theology is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains the writings of the twentieth century theologian Reinhold Niebuhr and his thoughts on contemporary religion. This is a fascinating work and is thoroughly recommended for anyone with an interest in the history of religion. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these...
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Sooner or later, each of us journeys through the valley of the shadow of death. Kirk H. Neely has been through that valley, including the unexpected death of his twenty-seven-year-old son. He has also been a pastor and counselor for forty years, helping others journey through their own experiences of grief. Full of compassion and wisdom, When Grief Comes helps readers understand how to come to terms with death, whether expected or sudden. It also...
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In "Kickoff to Tomorrow: Predicting the Future Trends and Innovations in Football," readers are taken on a captivating journey into the future of the world's most beloved sport. Authored by leading experts in sports technology and innovation, this book is a comprehensive exploration of the groundbreaking advancements that are set to revolutionize football as we know it.The book begins by delving into the current landscape of football, providing a...
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There is an unspoken crisis plaguing the workplace today: male leadership. Male leadership has become synonymous with reinforcing male stereotypes of dominance, aggression, independence, and resoluteness. These leadership behaviors promote a toxic workplace culture and negative outcomes. Moreover, in today's economy, collaboration is key. We are in a technology and services age that depends on optimized teamwork and innovation. Today's leaders require...
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Ronald Reagan, "The Great Communicator," knew the power of words. His voice confronted America's foes, comforted the nation, and hastened the end of the Cold War. Ronald Reagan's America presents the history of the Reagan years told through his memorable speeches during the defining events of the era. Reagan's unshakable belief in the power of democracy against totalitarianism and of freedom against oppression shaped our world today. His ideas set...
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