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The Runner's World complete book of running for beginners
Par Amby Burfoot. 2005
Everything you need to know to begin running for pleasure, for health - for life! From the first steps you…
take (and the shoes you take them in) to building a sound training plan, boosting your endurance and learning to run with an ease and speed you could never have imagined possible. 2005.Beverley McLachlin: The Legacy of a Supreme Court Chief Justice
Par Ian Greene, Peter McCormick. 2019
A Senders Guide to Letters and Emails
Par Chandana Kohli. 2013
Wondering how to word a key official letter? Searching for the right way to write an email to an important…
client? Thinking about how to convey what you want on an important occasion? Your business and personal communication letter and email guide is here. In today?s world, where a lot depends on the quality of your communication, how you approach it is more important than it has ever been. Daily communication happens, more often than not, without a personal interface, and this makes the letter or email an extremely important tool to convey your personality, skills and ideas effectively and succinctly. Despite changes in the medium and the form, the letter continues to be the driving force of all kinds of communication, official or personal. This book will help you communicate more cogently and confidently, and guide you through situations where you might find it difficult to communicate in writing. Learn how to write suitable emails and letters for official needs and challenging social situations. Choose from over a hundred templates and tips. Find ready-made letters for all your business and personal needs. This book will make letter writing faster, easier and, above all, perfectly suited to the situation and occasion.Sacred Land: Decoding Britain's Extraordinary Past Through its Towns, Villages and Countryside
Par Martin Palmer. 2012
SACRED LAND will enable you to discover the hidden secrets and meaning of the landscape around you, town or country,…
modern or old, wherever you live in Britain. There has been a dramatic growth in interest in our own history, buildings, landscape, sacred places, beliefs and culture over the last few years and this book will equip you with the tools to unlock the meaning, stories and history that are literally embedded in our landscape. It takes us from street names to churches; from hill forts to burial mounds; from the way a road bends to the shapes of fields in order to understand better the land that lies beneath our feet. In the literal shape of our countryside can be detected the eddies of time, politics, belief, warfare, passion and the durability of the human existence.SACRED LAND is a fascinating, accessible read and the perfect reference guide to have in your home or in your car. It will be of interest to everyone who loves history, sacred places and sacred history, and those who like to explore their ancestry and roots.We're all living longer than ever. But there is, inevitably, a point when most of us have to face the…
fact that Mum or Dad - or both - really do need more help. For many, the responsibility of supporting their parents and aiding them to make the right decisions at the right time can be challenging. This book covers the key issues surrounding caring for ageing parents:* What are the main health issues you need to be aware of? * What is really involved in moving into sheltered or residential care?* What happens if it's clear a parent can't cope at home but wants to stay there? This book enables you to tackle the small, practical, problems that crop up daily such as shopping, nutrition, cleaning and reduced mobility, as well at the bigger, more complex issues such as independence, health, changing roles, accommodation and financial issues. The invaluable insights contained in TIME TO HELP YOUR PARENTS will enable you to understand your parents' perspectives and enjoy your relationships with them as they grow older.The Consciousness of the Litigator
Par Duffy Graham. 2005
The Consciousness of the Litigator investigates the role of the lawyer in modern American political and social life and in…
the judicial process, and plumbs lawyers' perceptions of themselves, their work, and, especially, their sense of right and wrong. In so doing, the book sheds light on the unique and little-examined subject of the moral mind of the litigator, whose work extends to all corners of society and whose primary expertise---making legal arguments---is the fundamental skill of all lawyers. The Consciousness of the Litigator stands with Michael Kelly's Lives of Lawyers as a must-read for the many law students, scholars, and practicing litigators who struggle to balance ethical questions with the dictates of their highly commercialized profession.Growing Your Family Tree: Tracing Your Roots and Discovering Who You Are
Par Cherry Gilchrist. 2012
The process of exploring your family history and roots is a moving and meaningful quest. It affects heart and soul,…
as well as providing an intellectual challenge to piece all the information together. GROWING YOUR FAMILY TREE is the first book to promote the experiential aspects of family history. It gives sound, practical advice on researching your family history, but also promotes the emotional, spiritual and creative elements of the task, helping to lift genealogy out of its earlier dry an formal setting, into a more meaningful and accessible activity which can enrich a person's identity.Advice and information includes:* How to write up your family history* How to make a heritage corner or trail in your home* A consideration the nature of ancestry, family lines and our inner connection with our ancestors* How to organise your research and keep moving forwardThe Worst-Case Scenario Survive-o-pedia: Junior Edition
Par David Borgenicht, Robin Epstein. 2011
It's the best of the worst! This edition of the popular series loved by parents and kids alike serves up…
a wild ride through mudslides, volcanoes, shark-infested oceans, menacing mountains, and more. Seventy entries are packed with illuminating facts, eye-popping photos, hilarious illustrations, must-see maps, heaps of humor, and step-by-step instructions. Readers will be armed with the knowledge and skills needed to survive anything and live to tell about it!Juvenile Justice: A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice
Par Robert D. Hanser, Steven M. Cox, Jennifer M. Allen, John J. Conrad. 2014
Brief, focused, and up-to-date, this must-have text by Stephen Cox, Jennifer Allen, and Robert Hanser takes students on a journey…
through the juvenile justice system by covering topics such as the history of the juvenile justice system, crime measurements, theories of crime causation, the juvenile justice process, community-based sanctions, treatment and rehabilitation, gangs, and international youth crime. Featuring new examples and new illustrations, Juvenile Justice: A Guide to Theory, Policy, and Practice, Eighth Edition helps readers develop a comprehensive understanding of the interrelationships among theory, policy, and the practical world of juvenile justice today.Getting Started with Soldering: A Hands-On Guide to Making Electrical and Mechanical Connections
Par Marc De Vinck. 2017
Getting Started with Soldering not only teaches new makers and experimenters the core principles of soldering, it also functions as…
an excellent reference and resource for beginners and more advanced makers alike. The book guides readers through the fundamentals of soldering, explains the tools and materials, demonstrates proper techniques, and shows how to fix mistakes or broken connections. It even includes guidance on more advanced techniques such as surface-mount soldering for electronics. From choosing the right soldering iron to making perfect connections, readers will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to form a strong foundation for a lifetime of making.Soldering is a core concept in making, electronics prototyping, and home repairsThe many different types of soldering -- requiring different materials and tools -- are explained with easy-to-follow instructionsFull-color photographs and illustrations throughout create a visually engaging format for learningPricing and technical considerations help readers select the best tools for their budgets and needsTroubleshooting guidelines show how to repair solder connections that have failed from improper technique or from ageA Student's Guide to Equity and Trusts
Par Judith Bray. 2012
This engaging introduction explores the key principles of equity and trusts law and offers students effective learning features. By covering…
the essentials of each topic, it ensures students have the foundations for successful further study. The law is made relevant to current practice through chapters that define and explain key legal principles. Examples and exercises set the law in context and make the subject interesting and dynamic by showing how these rules apply in real life. Key facts sections and summaries help students remember the crucial points of each topic and practical exercises offer students the opportunity to apply the law. Exploring clearly and concisely the subject's key principles, this should be every equity student's first port of call.Illegal Immigration
Par Mildred Vasan, Michael Lemay. 2007
This book examines the flow of unauthorized immigration to the US, primarily since 1970, and the reactions in and consequences…
of legal immigration policy. LeMay (political science, social and behavioral sciences, California State University--San Bernardino, emeritus) ultimately takes his discussion of immigration into the context of globalization. The volume includes a chronology, directory of organizations involved in immigration policy-making, a list of resources, and biographical sketches of the major players in illegal immigration policy matters.Research Methods: How To Design And Conduct A Successful Project (Student Handbks.)
Par Peter Marshall. 2012
All social science courses offered at universities include a research methods module. This book explains the various methods available to…
social researchers, and the basic principles, strengths and weaknesses involved in the use of both qualitative and quantitative methods.Haz Tus Propios Aceites Esenciales De Plantas
Par Marcela Gutiérrez Bravo, Amber Richards. 2014
Aprende sobre los beneficios que usar aceites esenciales puede brindarte a tí y a tu familia. Haciendo los tuyos propios…
de plantas y hierbas accesibles, puedes ahorrar dinero y asegurar que tus aceites son frescos. Descubre recetas únicas y mezclas naturals para diversos problemas de salud,A lo largo de la historia los aceites han y continuarán teniendo roles en el tratamiento de males como:Resfriado y gripe,artritis, insomnio, sistema inmune débil, bronquitis, acné, cortadas, fatiga, problemas digestivos, presión alta y ¡muchos más!Suffering in Silence: The Links between Human Rights Abuses and HIV Transmission to Girls in Zambia
Par Human Rights Watch. 2003
Sexual abuse of girls in Zambia fuels the HIV/AIDS epidemic and the strikingly higher HIV prevalence among girls than boys,…
Human Rights Watch said today. Concerted national and international efforts to protect the rights of girls and young women are key to curbing the AIDS epidemic's destructive course.Future Forsaken: Abuses Against Children Affected by HIV/AIDS in India
Par Human Rights Watch. 2004
This 209-page report documents how many doctors refuse to treat or even touch HIV-positive children. Some schools expel or segregate…
children because they or their parents are HIV-positive. Many orphanages and other residential institutions reject HIV-positive children or deny that they house them. Children from families affected by AIDS may be denied an education, pushed onto the street, forced into the worst forms of child labor, or otherwise exploited, all of which puts them at greater risk of contracting HIV.Neighbors In Need: Zimbabweans Seeking Refuge in South Africa
Par Human Rights Watch. 2008
This 119-page report examines South Africa's decision to treat Zimbabweans merely as voluntary economic migrants and its failure to respond…
effectively to stop the human rights abuses and economic deprivation in Zimbabwe that cause their flight and to address their needs in South Africa. Human Rights Watch spoke to almost 100 Zimbabweans in South Africa about their plight.Essay To Write? 2nd Edition: Make It Good, Make It Easy, Make It Fun! (Student Handbooks Ser.)
Par Brendan Hennessy. 2002
Whether you are studying to graduate high-school or university, whatever the major, you need to get your essays right. This…
book will ensure that your essay flows smoothly from the introduction to that all-important conclusion.Writing Your Dissertation, 3rd Edition: The Bestselling Guide To Planning, Preparing And Presenting First-class Work (Student Handbooks)
Par Derek Swetnam, Ruth Swetnam. 2000
Gives you the tools to produce a first class dissertationThis book gives you the confidence, tools and techniques to produce…
a first-class dissertation. It offers practical guidelines to planning realistic timetables and structuring every aspect of your work. Find out how to avoid common mistakes and the best way to present your work, and even how to assess your dissertation in the same way as a university or college tutor does.The Freelance Writer's Handbook: How to turn your writing skills into a successful business
Par Andrew Crofts. 2007
Now in a fully updated third edition, The Freelance Writer's Handbook is the essential book for everyone who dreams of…
making money from their writing. It will appeal to all aspiring writers, whether they want to write as a full time profession, or simply to supplement their existing income through writing. This inspiring guide will also benefit professional writers and journalists who want ideas on how to find new markets for their work. Helps you to decide what to write and how to sell it· Packed with advice on ghostwriting, travel writing, fiction, short stories, television and radio scripts, newspaper and magazine journalism. Includes valuable information on agents, making contacts, interviewing skills, potential markets, how to get commissioned, and much more. Covers the latest developments in web writing, blogging, and online publishing.