Author: Lucia St. Clair Robson
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1429935995
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 530
Book Description
After the execution of her father, the young and beautiful Lady Asano is in grave danger from the powerful Lord Kira. In order to save herself Asano must find Oishi, the leader of the fighting men of her clan. She believes he is three hundred miles to the southwest in the imperial city of Kyoto. Disguising her loveliness in the humble garments of a traveling priest, and calling herself Cat, Lady Asano travels the fabled Tokaido Road. Her only tools are her quick wits, her samurai training, and her deadly, six foot-long naginata. And she will need them all, for a ronin has been hired to pursue her, a mysterious man who will play a role in Cat's drama that neither could have ever imagined. . . . At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Backstage Cat
Author: Harriet Ziefert
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781609056940
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A runaway kitty named Simon introduces kids to what it takes to put on a show and have a moment in the spotlight. It's a kid-pleasing peek at a fascinating world the draws both stardom-seekers and those who prefer to remain behind the scenes. With illustrations by Jenni Desmond, kids will discover that there's just as much interesting stuff behind the footlights - and up in the catwalks - as on the stage!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781609056940
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A runaway kitty named Simon introduces kids to what it takes to put on a show and have a moment in the spotlight. It's a kid-pleasing peek at a fascinating world the draws both stardom-seekers and those who prefer to remain behind the scenes. With illustrations by Jenni Desmond, kids will discover that there's just as much interesting stuff behind the footlights - and up in the catwalks - as on the stage!
Cats
Author: John Townsend
Publisher: The Salariya Book Company
ISBN: 1911242938
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Loved and cherished, praised and admired, hated and feared – more than any other domesticated creature, cats provoke extremes of feeling and this title explores why. Featuring chapters on cat origins, cat biology, cats in different cultures, cats as pets, cat characters and many, many more, this book is the perfect gift for any cat lover.
Publisher: The Salariya Book Company
ISBN: 1911242938
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Loved and cherished, praised and admired, hated and feared – more than any other domesticated creature, cats provoke extremes of feeling and this title explores why. Featuring chapters on cat origins, cat biology, cats in different cultures, cats as pets, cat characters and many, many more, this book is the perfect gift for any cat lover.
The Tokaido Road
Author: Lucia St. Clair Robson
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1429935995
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 530
Book Description
After the execution of her father, the young and beautiful Lady Asano is in grave danger from the powerful Lord Kira. In order to save herself Asano must find Oishi, the leader of the fighting men of her clan. She believes he is three hundred miles to the southwest in the imperial city of Kyoto. Disguising her loveliness in the humble garments of a traveling priest, and calling herself Cat, Lady Asano travels the fabled Tokaido Road. Her only tools are her quick wits, her samurai training, and her deadly, six foot-long naginata. And she will need them all, for a ronin has been hired to pursue her, a mysterious man who will play a role in Cat's drama that neither could have ever imagined. . . . At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1429935995
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 530
Book Description
After the execution of her father, the young and beautiful Lady Asano is in grave danger from the powerful Lord Kira. In order to save herself Asano must find Oishi, the leader of the fighting men of her clan. She believes he is three hundred miles to the southwest in the imperial city of Kyoto. Disguising her loveliness in the humble garments of a traveling priest, and calling herself Cat, Lady Asano travels the fabled Tokaido Road. Her only tools are her quick wits, her samurai training, and her deadly, six foot-long naginata. And she will need them all, for a ronin has been hired to pursue her, a mysterious man who will play a role in Cat's drama that neither could have ever imagined. . . . At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Red Cat, Blue Cat
Author: Jenni Desmond
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781609052485
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Fur flies and feline friendships form as two cats of different colors find that, with a little effort, they can be themselves and make a perfect blend. Full color.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781609052485
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Fur flies and feline friendships form as two cats of different colors find that, with a little effort, they can be themselves and make a perfect blend. Full color.
Front Stage, Backstage
Author: Raymond Alan Friedman
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 9780262061674
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
In this carefully detailed and rigorous study of the social processes of labor negotiations, the author uncovers the pressures and motivations felt by negotiators, showing why the bargaining process persists largely in its traditional form despite frequent calls for change. Raymond Friedman approaches labor negotiations with a conviction that negotiators are situated in a social network that greatly influences bargaining styles. In this carefully detailed and rigorous study of the social processes of labor negotiations, he uncovers the pressures and motivations felt by negotiators, showing why the bargaining process persists largely in its traditional form despite frequent calls for change. Friedman first focuses on the social structure of labor negotiations and the logic of the traditional negotiation process. He then looks at cases where the traditional rituals of negotiation were set aside and new forms emerged and, in the light of these examples, addresses the options for and obstacles to change.In an unusual twist Friedman describes the persistence of the traditional negotiation process by developing a dramaturgical theory in which negotiators are seen as actors who perform for teammates, constituents, and opponents. They try to convince others of their skill, loyalty, and dedication, while others expect them to play the role of opponent, representative, and leader. Friedman shows that the front-stage drama fulfills these needs and expectations, while backstage contacts between lead bargainers allow the two sides to communicate in private. The traditional labor negotiation process, he reveals, is an integrated system that allows for both private understanding and public conflict. Current efforts to change how labor and management negotiate are limited by the persistence of these roles, and are bound to fail if they do not account for the benefits as well as the flaws of the traditional rituals of negotiation. For negotiation scholars, Friedman's perspective provides an alternative to the rational-actor models that dominate the field; his dramaturgical theory is applicable to any negotiations done by groups, especially ones that face political pressures from constituents. For labor scholars, this is the first integrated theory of the negotiation process since Walton and McKersies's classic text, and one that helps unite the four elements of their model. For sociologists, the book provides an example of how a dramaturgical perspective can be used to explain the logic and persistence of a social institution. And practitioners will appreciate this explanation of why change is so difficult. Organization Studies series
Publisher: MIT Press
ISBN: 9780262061674
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
In this carefully detailed and rigorous study of the social processes of labor negotiations, the author uncovers the pressures and motivations felt by negotiators, showing why the bargaining process persists largely in its traditional form despite frequent calls for change. Raymond Friedman approaches labor negotiations with a conviction that negotiators are situated in a social network that greatly influences bargaining styles. In this carefully detailed and rigorous study of the social processes of labor negotiations, he uncovers the pressures and motivations felt by negotiators, showing why the bargaining process persists largely in its traditional form despite frequent calls for change. Friedman first focuses on the social structure of labor negotiations and the logic of the traditional negotiation process. He then looks at cases where the traditional rituals of negotiation were set aside and new forms emerged and, in the light of these examples, addresses the options for and obstacles to change.In an unusual twist Friedman describes the persistence of the traditional negotiation process by developing a dramaturgical theory in which negotiators are seen as actors who perform for teammates, constituents, and opponents. They try to convince others of their skill, loyalty, and dedication, while others expect them to play the role of opponent, representative, and leader. Friedman shows that the front-stage drama fulfills these needs and expectations, while backstage contacts between lead bargainers allow the two sides to communicate in private. The traditional labor negotiation process, he reveals, is an integrated system that allows for both private understanding and public conflict. Current efforts to change how labor and management negotiate are limited by the persistence of these roles, and are bound to fail if they do not account for the benefits as well as the flaws of the traditional rituals of negotiation. For negotiation scholars, Friedman's perspective provides an alternative to the rational-actor models that dominate the field; his dramaturgical theory is applicable to any negotiations done by groups, especially ones that face political pressures from constituents. For labor scholars, this is the first integrated theory of the negotiation process since Walton and McKersies's classic text, and one that helps unite the four elements of their model. For sociologists, the book provides an example of how a dramaturgical perspective can be used to explain the logic and persistence of a social institution. And practitioners will appreciate this explanation of why change is so difficult. Organization Studies series
Con Quest!
Author: Sam Maggs
Publisher: Imprint
ISBN: 1250307287
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
"An awesome adventure that celebrates fandom—and what could be better than that?" —Nerdist The debut novel from bestselling author Sam Maggs, Con Quest! is a comics convention adventure for young readers about fandom, family, and finding your place in the world! Cat and Alex are excited to be at the world’s most popular comics convention—and they’re even more excited to compete in the Quest, a huge scavenger hunt run by their favorite nerdy celebrity. The big prize: a chance to meet him! The twins ditch their older sister Fi and set off to find geeky clues, tackle nerdy challenges, and cross as many items as possible off their Quest list, which includes volunteering at an Artist Alley booth, gathering cosplayers in enough colors to make a double rainbow, and actually finding something healthy to eat in the convention center! Can the twins work together even when they disagree on how to compete? Will Fi find Cat and Alex before their parents realize they’re missing? Most importantly, can these ultimate fans complete the ultimate Quest? An Imprint Book "An absolute treasure, full of heart, fandom, and family." —Marieke Nijkamp, New York Times-bestselling author of The Oracle Code
Publisher: Imprint
ISBN: 1250307287
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
"An awesome adventure that celebrates fandom—and what could be better than that?" —Nerdist The debut novel from bestselling author Sam Maggs, Con Quest! is a comics convention adventure for young readers about fandom, family, and finding your place in the world! Cat and Alex are excited to be at the world’s most popular comics convention—and they’re even more excited to compete in the Quest, a huge scavenger hunt run by their favorite nerdy celebrity. The big prize: a chance to meet him! The twins ditch their older sister Fi and set off to find geeky clues, tackle nerdy challenges, and cross as many items as possible off their Quest list, which includes volunteering at an Artist Alley booth, gathering cosplayers in enough colors to make a double rainbow, and actually finding something healthy to eat in the convention center! Can the twins work together even when they disagree on how to compete? Will Fi find Cat and Alex before their parents realize they’re missing? Most importantly, can these ultimate fans complete the ultimate Quest? An Imprint Book "An absolute treasure, full of heart, fandom, and family." —Marieke Nijkamp, New York Times-bestselling author of The Oracle Code
Hobo Kitty
Author: Cindy L. Feather
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543454747
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Princess Mow Mow refuses to be left behind during her owners travels. She chooses to ride on the roll bar of her automobile. She attracts loads of attention from all types of people. Hobo Kittys owner does not agree with the sacrifices the political leaders of the country expect from the middle-class homes. She goes off the grid, departing her household and looking for a better life or just some peace in her soul. She soon realizes the jury is a mistake with the crazy cat on board. The cat soon adopts the name Hobo Kitty. Hobo Kitty wants to assist in many rescues of people and animals, placing them both in harms way. The adventure never really gives her a chance to search her soul and resolve her psychological issues.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543454747
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Princess Mow Mow refuses to be left behind during her owners travels. She chooses to ride on the roll bar of her automobile. She attracts loads of attention from all types of people. Hobo Kittys owner does not agree with the sacrifices the political leaders of the country expect from the middle-class homes. She goes off the grid, departing her household and looking for a better life or just some peace in her soul. She soon realizes the jury is a mistake with the crazy cat on board. The cat soon adopts the name Hobo Kitty. Hobo Kitty wants to assist in many rescues of people and animals, placing them both in harms way. The adventure never really gives her a chance to search her soul and resolve her psychological issues.
Fat Cat Killers
Author: Adam Szymkowicz
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781698970189
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
After getting laid off, Michael and Steve decide to kidnap the CEO of the company who laid them off.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781698970189
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
After getting laid off, Michael and Steve decide to kidnap the CEO of the company who laid them off.
Backstage Passes
Author: Angela Bowie
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0815410018
Category : Rock musicians' spouses
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Having outlasted the gag order that was part of their divorce agreement, Angela Bowie produced this memoir of her turbulent life with David.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0815410018
Category : Rock musicians' spouses
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
Having outlasted the gag order that was part of their divorce agreement, Angela Bowie produced this memoir of her turbulent life with David.
You CAN Train Your Cat
Author: Gregory Popovich
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 142996507X
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Since the beginning of time, cats have convinced the world that they are untrainable so they can do whatever they want...but those days are over! Gregory Popovich is a professional cat trainer who's trained cats to perform amazing circus-style tricks for television and stage, and he's about to reveal his most closely guarded secrets so cat lovers everywhere can put an end to the most common problems:- Stop bad litter box habits End early-morning howling Banish your cat from tabletops and countertops - Prevent begging before mealtime - Put an end to destructive clawing - Make peace between rival cats And so much more, including how to become an expert cat trainer at home and teach your cat to perform Gregory's favorite tricks, like jumping through a hoop or perching on your shoulders. This fun-to-read book also provides wonderful insights into the mysterious, complex feline mind, explaining why cats do the things they do so we can better understand them and enjoy a closer, more meaningful friendship.
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 142996507X
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Since the beginning of time, cats have convinced the world that they are untrainable so they can do whatever they want...but those days are over! Gregory Popovich is a professional cat trainer who's trained cats to perform amazing circus-style tricks for television and stage, and he's about to reveal his most closely guarded secrets so cat lovers everywhere can put an end to the most common problems:- Stop bad litter box habits End early-morning howling Banish your cat from tabletops and countertops - Prevent begging before mealtime - Put an end to destructive clawing - Make peace between rival cats And so much more, including how to become an expert cat trainer at home and teach your cat to perform Gregory's favorite tricks, like jumping through a hoop or perching on your shoulders. This fun-to-read book also provides wonderful insights into the mysterious, complex feline mind, explaining why cats do the things they do so we can better understand them and enjoy a closer, more meaningful friendship.