Author: I.D. Weeks Library
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : South Dakota
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
Herman P. Chilson Western Americana Collection
Author: I.D. Weeks Library
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : South Dakota
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : South Dakota
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
Forging the Sword
Author: Benjamin Jensen
Publisher: Stanford University Press
ISBN: 0804797382
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
As entrenched bureaucracies, military organizations might reasonably be expected to be especially resistant to reform and favor only limited, incremental adjustments. Yet, since 1945, the U.S. Army has rewritten its capstone doctrine manual, Operations, fourteen times. While some modifications have been incremental, collectively they reflect a significant evolution in how the Army approaches warfare—making the U.S. Army a crucial and unique case of a modern land power that is capable of change. So what accounts for this anomaly? What institutional processes have professional officers developed over time to escape bureaucracies' iron cage? Forging the Sword conducts a comparative historical process-tracing of doctrinal reform in the U.S. Army. The findings suggest that there are unaccounted-for institutional facilitators of change within military organizations. Thus, it argues that change in military organizations requires "incubators," designated subunits established outside the normal bureaucratic hierarchy, and "advocacy networks" championing new concepts. Incubators, ranging from special study groups to non-Title 10 war games and field exercises, provide a safe space for experimentation and the construction of new operational concepts. Advocacy networks then connect different constituents and inject them with concepts developed in incubators. This injection makes changes elites would have otherwise rejected a contagious narrative.
Publisher: Stanford University Press
ISBN: 0804797382
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
As entrenched bureaucracies, military organizations might reasonably be expected to be especially resistant to reform and favor only limited, incremental adjustments. Yet, since 1945, the U.S. Army has rewritten its capstone doctrine manual, Operations, fourteen times. While some modifications have been incremental, collectively they reflect a significant evolution in how the Army approaches warfare—making the U.S. Army a crucial and unique case of a modern land power that is capable of change. So what accounts for this anomaly? What institutional processes have professional officers developed over time to escape bureaucracies' iron cage? Forging the Sword conducts a comparative historical process-tracing of doctrinal reform in the U.S. Army. The findings suggest that there are unaccounted-for institutional facilitators of change within military organizations. Thus, it argues that change in military organizations requires "incubators," designated subunits established outside the normal bureaucratic hierarchy, and "advocacy networks" championing new concepts. Incubators, ranging from special study groups to non-Title 10 war games and field exercises, provide a safe space for experimentation and the construction of new operational concepts. Advocacy networks then connect different constituents and inject them with concepts developed in incubators. This injection makes changes elites would have otherwise rejected a contagious narrative.
Exiles from a Future Time
Author: Alan M. Wald
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469608677
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 435
Book Description
With this book, Alan Wald launches a bold and passionate account of the U.S. Literary Left from the 1920s through the 1960s. Exiles from a Future Time, the first volume of a trilogy, focuses on the forging of a Communist-led literary tradition in the 1930s. Exploring writers' intimate lives and heartfelt political commitments, Wald draws on original research in scores of archives and personal collections of papers; correspondence and interviews with hundreds of writers and their friends and families; and a treasure trove of unpublished memoirs, fiction, and poetry. In fashioning a "humanscape" of the Literary Left, Wald not only reassesses acclaimed authors but also returns to memory dozens of forgotten, talented writers. The authors range from the familiar Mike Gold, Langston Hughes, and Muriel Rukeyser to William Attaway, John Malcolm Brinnin, Stanley Burnshaw, Joy Davidman, Sol Funaroff, Joseph Freeman, Alfred Hayes, Eugene Clay Holmes, V. J. Jerome, Ruth Lechlitner, and Frances Winwar. Focusing on the formation of the tradition and the organization of the Cultural Left, Wald investigates the "elective affinity" of its avant-garde poets, the "Afro-cosmopolitanism" of its Black radical literary movement, and the uneasy negotiation between feminist concerns and class identity among its women writers.
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469608677
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 435
Book Description
With this book, Alan Wald launches a bold and passionate account of the U.S. Literary Left from the 1920s through the 1960s. Exiles from a Future Time, the first volume of a trilogy, focuses on the forging of a Communist-led literary tradition in the 1930s. Exploring writers' intimate lives and heartfelt political commitments, Wald draws on original research in scores of archives and personal collections of papers; correspondence and interviews with hundreds of writers and their friends and families; and a treasure trove of unpublished memoirs, fiction, and poetry. In fashioning a "humanscape" of the Literary Left, Wald not only reassesses acclaimed authors but also returns to memory dozens of forgotten, talented writers. The authors range from the familiar Mike Gold, Langston Hughes, and Muriel Rukeyser to William Attaway, John Malcolm Brinnin, Stanley Burnshaw, Joy Davidman, Sol Funaroff, Joseph Freeman, Alfred Hayes, Eugene Clay Holmes, V. J. Jerome, Ruth Lechlitner, and Frances Winwar. Focusing on the formation of the tradition and the organization of the Cultural Left, Wald investigates the "elective affinity" of its avant-garde poets, the "Afro-cosmopolitanism" of its Black radical literary movement, and the uneasy negotiation between feminist concerns and class identity among its women writers.
A.S.M. Review of Metal Literature
Author: American Society for Metals
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 172
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Death Cult
Author: Conrad Riker
Publisher: Conrad Riker
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Are you tired of watching society celebrate the destruction of human life and relationships through abortion, euthanasia, and no-fault divorce? You're not alone. In this hard-hitting exposé, author Conrad Riker takes a dive into the darkness of the anti-natalist, progressive death cult that seeks to erode our most cherished values. Using objective facts and a masculine perspective, Riker debunks the myths perpetuated by the left and delves into the consequences of their actions on our society. You'll wonder why you ever believed their lies. With each turn of the page, you'll find yourself more engrossed in the author's well-crafted arguments and eye-opening evidence against these cruel practices. The power of the book lies in its ability to connect directly with your concerns. Some questions you may have been asking yourself include: 1. What's the real truth behind the so-called "choice" of abortion? 2. Are vulnerable and elderly lives really worth sacrificing in the name of euthanasia? 3. Why have no-fault divorce rates skyrocketed, and what's the impact on children and families? In "Death Cult," Riker addresses these concerns head-on, revealing the chilling realities behind these seemingly benign actions. Key insights include: 1. The shocking statistics on abortion and euthanasia that definitively prove their inhumanity. 2. The patriarchal, rational perspective on reducing human suffering without resorting to the intentional termination of life. 3. A revealing exposé on the nefarious agendas behind the rise of no-fault divorce, and the long-term consequences for families. The book maintains a balanced and reasoned tone throughout, leaving the reader better informed and more prepared to challenge the prevailing death cult ideologies. If you're ready to fight back against the encroachment of anti-natalist beliefs and defend the sanctity of life, then "Death Cult" is the book for you. Don't waste any more time in despair - order your copy today and join the ranks of the red-pilled resistance. Act now, and help put an end to this Satanic death cult once and for all.
Publisher: Conrad Riker
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Are you tired of watching society celebrate the destruction of human life and relationships through abortion, euthanasia, and no-fault divorce? You're not alone. In this hard-hitting exposé, author Conrad Riker takes a dive into the darkness of the anti-natalist, progressive death cult that seeks to erode our most cherished values. Using objective facts and a masculine perspective, Riker debunks the myths perpetuated by the left and delves into the consequences of their actions on our society. You'll wonder why you ever believed their lies. With each turn of the page, you'll find yourself more engrossed in the author's well-crafted arguments and eye-opening evidence against these cruel practices. The power of the book lies in its ability to connect directly with your concerns. Some questions you may have been asking yourself include: 1. What's the real truth behind the so-called "choice" of abortion? 2. Are vulnerable and elderly lives really worth sacrificing in the name of euthanasia? 3. Why have no-fault divorce rates skyrocketed, and what's the impact on children and families? In "Death Cult," Riker addresses these concerns head-on, revealing the chilling realities behind these seemingly benign actions. Key insights include: 1. The shocking statistics on abortion and euthanasia that definitively prove their inhumanity. 2. The patriarchal, rational perspective on reducing human suffering without resorting to the intentional termination of life. 3. A revealing exposé on the nefarious agendas behind the rise of no-fault divorce, and the long-term consequences for families. The book maintains a balanced and reasoned tone throughout, leaving the reader better informed and more prepared to challenge the prevailing death cult ideologies. If you're ready to fight back against the encroachment of anti-natalist beliefs and defend the sanctity of life, then "Death Cult" is the book for you. Don't waste any more time in despair - order your copy today and join the ranks of the red-pilled resistance. Act now, and help put an end to this Satanic death cult once and for all.
The Nature of Heritage
Author: Lynn Meskell
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118106628
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
The Nature of Heritage: The New South Africa is unique in revealing the conflicts inherent in preserving both natural and cultural heritage, by examining the archaeological, ethnographic and economic evidence of a nation's attempts to master its past and its future. Provides a classic example of how nations attempt to overcome a negative heritage through past mastering of their histories Evaluates the continuing dominance of nature and conservation over concerns for cultural heritage Employs ethnographic and archaeological methodologies to reveal how the past is processed into a new national heritage Identifies heritage as therapy, exemplified in the strategy for repairing legacies of racial and ethnic difference in post-apartheid South Africa Highlights the role of archaeological heritage sites, national parks and protected areas in economic development and social empowerment Explores how nature trumps culture and the global implications of the new configurations of heritage
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118106628
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
The Nature of Heritage: The New South Africa is unique in revealing the conflicts inherent in preserving both natural and cultural heritage, by examining the archaeological, ethnographic and economic evidence of a nation's attempts to master its past and its future. Provides a classic example of how nations attempt to overcome a negative heritage through past mastering of their histories Evaluates the continuing dominance of nature and conservation over concerns for cultural heritage Employs ethnographic and archaeological methodologies to reveal how the past is processed into a new national heritage Identifies heritage as therapy, exemplified in the strategy for repairing legacies of racial and ethnic difference in post-apartheid South Africa Highlights the role of archaeological heritage sites, national parks and protected areas in economic development and social empowerment Explores how nature trumps culture and the global implications of the new configurations of heritage
Something Wicked
Author: Douglas Brode
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
An anthology of essays that deal with Witchcraft and the figure of the Witch, as they have been presented in motion pictures, television, and popular culture, in order to understand how, why, and when the common anti-Witchcraft/ anti-Witch attitude evolved. Mainstream tales of Witchcraft, including modern movies, novels, TV series, and other examples of our popular culture, more often than not express the traditional notion of a Witch as a wild, dangerous, untamable, “nasty” woman, obsessed with a desire for power to control all around her, in most narratives such a hunger presented as a negative. In truth, The Witch is a symbol of 'threatening evil' only to those men and women who accept a conservative sensibility. For members of either gender who do not, The Witch is perceived as hero and role model. This collection begins with the Biblical figure of Lilith, followed by Morgan le Fey from Arthurian legend/ myth in literature as well as in popular culture, followed by the more contemporary depictions of the Witch that start to appear in the 1960s; for example, in the Bewitched sitcom, the Star Wars franchise, Harry Potter, and even the television show Scooby-Doo. International depictions of the Witch are discussed, including Italy's Dario Argento's films, Suspiria and Inferno. The final section of this collection focuses on the most iconic depictions of the Witch produced during the 21st century, including A Discovery of Witches, Penny Dreadful, Game of Thrones and the history of the Witch in films by the Walt Disney studio, from its origins more than a century ago to the latest releases, arguing that here, if perhaps surprisingly, we discover the most fair and balanced portraits of Witches in the history of film and TV.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
An anthology of essays that deal with Witchcraft and the figure of the Witch, as they have been presented in motion pictures, television, and popular culture, in order to understand how, why, and when the common anti-Witchcraft/ anti-Witch attitude evolved. Mainstream tales of Witchcraft, including modern movies, novels, TV series, and other examples of our popular culture, more often than not express the traditional notion of a Witch as a wild, dangerous, untamable, “nasty” woman, obsessed with a desire for power to control all around her, in most narratives such a hunger presented as a negative. In truth, The Witch is a symbol of 'threatening evil' only to those men and women who accept a conservative sensibility. For members of either gender who do not, The Witch is perceived as hero and role model. This collection begins with the Biblical figure of Lilith, followed by Morgan le Fey from Arthurian legend/ myth in literature as well as in popular culture, followed by the more contemporary depictions of the Witch that start to appear in the 1960s; for example, in the Bewitched sitcom, the Star Wars franchise, Harry Potter, and even the television show Scooby-Doo. International depictions of the Witch are discussed, including Italy's Dario Argento's films, Suspiria and Inferno. The final section of this collection focuses on the most iconic depictions of the Witch produced during the 21st century, including A Discovery of Witches, Penny Dreadful, Game of Thrones and the history of the Witch in films by the Walt Disney studio, from its origins more than a century ago to the latest releases, arguing that here, if perhaps surprisingly, we discover the most fair and balanced portraits of Witches in the history of film and TV.
Master the Game
Author: Conrad Riker
Publisher: Conrad Riker
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Are you tired of living with unspoken expectations that always seem to be missed by others? Do you feel resentful and angry because your good nature isn't being reciprocated? "Master the Game: How to Break Unspoken Expectations and Live Consciously" is the ultimate guide for men looking to liberate themselves from these hidden agreements and live life on their terms. Discover the power of setting boundaries, embracing stoicism, and growing from childhood trauma that has shaped your worldview. Learn how to become an assertive and active listener, develop mental space, and reclaim control of your emotions. This book will help you: 1. Break free from the cycle of covert contracts and take control of your life. 2. Develop a strong sense of self and cultivate a stoic mindset. 3. Set boundaries and build healthy relationships with others. 4. Heal from past traumas and overcome feelings of shame and anxiety. 5. Develop assertiveness and active listening skills. 6. Learn the importance of self-soothing and maintaining emotional balance. 7. Understand the roots of abandonment issues and work towards healing. 8. Embrace a slower, more deliberate approach to making life decisions. If you want to live life on your terms, break free from unspoken expectations, and rediscover the power within yourself, then buy "Master the Game: How to Break Unspoken Expectations and Live Consciously" today!
Publisher: Conrad Riker
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 213
Book Description
Are you tired of living with unspoken expectations that always seem to be missed by others? Do you feel resentful and angry because your good nature isn't being reciprocated? "Master the Game: How to Break Unspoken Expectations and Live Consciously" is the ultimate guide for men looking to liberate themselves from these hidden agreements and live life on their terms. Discover the power of setting boundaries, embracing stoicism, and growing from childhood trauma that has shaped your worldview. Learn how to become an assertive and active listener, develop mental space, and reclaim control of your emotions. This book will help you: 1. Break free from the cycle of covert contracts and take control of your life. 2. Develop a strong sense of self and cultivate a stoic mindset. 3. Set boundaries and build healthy relationships with others. 4. Heal from past traumas and overcome feelings of shame and anxiety. 5. Develop assertiveness and active listening skills. 6. Learn the importance of self-soothing and maintaining emotional balance. 7. Understand the roots of abandonment issues and work towards healing. 8. Embrace a slower, more deliberate approach to making life decisions. If you want to live life on your terms, break free from unspoken expectations, and rediscover the power within yourself, then buy "Master the Game: How to Break Unspoken Expectations and Live Consciously" today!
Handbook of Research on Future of Work and Education: Implications for Curriculum Delivery and Work Design
Author: Ramlall, Sunil
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1799882772
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
Higher education has changed significantly over time. In particular, traditional face-to-face degrees are being revamped in a bid to ensure they stay relevant in the 21st century and are now offered online. The transition for many universities to online learning has been painful—only exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing many in-person students to join their virtual peers and professors to learn new technologies and techniques to educate. Moreover, work has also changed with little doubt as to the impact of digital communication, remote work, and societal change on the nature of work itself. There are arguments to be made for organizations to become more agile, flexible, entrepreneurial, and creative. As such, work and education are both traversing a path of immense changes, adapting to global trends and consumer preferences. The Handbook of Research on Future of Work and Education: Implications for Curriculum Delivery and Work Design is a comprehensive reference book that analyzes the realities of higher education today, strategies that ensure the success of academic institutions, and factors that lead to student success. In particular, the book addresses essentials of online learning, strategies to ensure the success of online degrees and courses, effective course development practices, key support mechanisms for students, and ensuring student success in online degree programs. Furthermore, the book addresses the future of work, preferences of employees, and how work can be re-designed to create further employee satisfaction, engagement, and increase productivity. In particular, the book covers insights that ensure that remote employees feel valued, included, and are being provided relevant support to thrive in their roles. Covering topics such as course development, motivating online learners, and virtual environments, this text is essential for academicians, faculty, researchers, and students globally.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1799882772
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
Higher education has changed significantly over time. In particular, traditional face-to-face degrees are being revamped in a bid to ensure they stay relevant in the 21st century and are now offered online. The transition for many universities to online learning has been painful—only exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing many in-person students to join their virtual peers and professors to learn new technologies and techniques to educate. Moreover, work has also changed with little doubt as to the impact of digital communication, remote work, and societal change on the nature of work itself. There are arguments to be made for organizations to become more agile, flexible, entrepreneurial, and creative. As such, work and education are both traversing a path of immense changes, adapting to global trends and consumer preferences. The Handbook of Research on Future of Work and Education: Implications for Curriculum Delivery and Work Design is a comprehensive reference book that analyzes the realities of higher education today, strategies that ensure the success of academic institutions, and factors that lead to student success. In particular, the book addresses essentials of online learning, strategies to ensure the success of online degrees and courses, effective course development practices, key support mechanisms for students, and ensuring student success in online degree programs. Furthermore, the book addresses the future of work, preferences of employees, and how work can be re-designed to create further employee satisfaction, engagement, and increase productivity. In particular, the book covers insights that ensure that remote employees feel valued, included, and are being provided relevant support to thrive in their roles. Covering topics such as course development, motivating online learners, and virtual environments, this text is essential for academicians, faculty, researchers, and students globally.
The Forged Will; Or, The Orphan and the Foundling
Author: Will
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 456
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 456
Book Description