Guides readers to consider style not as an elegant accessory of effective prose but as its very heart. This title presents writing as an intellectual activity, not a passive application of verbal skills.
A core textbook for preparation for the CCIE routing and switching exam track. As well as CCIE preparation, this book provides solutions for network engineers and managers. It is built around case studies to highlight various design goals.
Secret Forest of Dean explores the lesser-known history of Gloucestershire's Forest of Dean through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
Get the lowdown on America’s Bloodiest War—the Civil War—with this essential guide to 101 interesting and unexpected facts about this defining event in US history. Do you know which state first seceded from the Union? What about the individual who could be considered the Mata Hari of the Civil War? Or how about which Bible passage Southerners used to justify slavery? You’ll find answers to these questions and many, many more in 101 Things You Didn’t Know about the Civil War. Packed with fascinating details about the people, places, and events that defined our nation’s most contentious conflict, this tell-all guide reveals the inside scoop on slavery and its impact on the war; great—and not-so-great—leaders and generals; battles fought and lost—and fought again; some of the most shocking horrors of the war; women, children, and African Americans in the war. Complete with a helpful timeline, 101 Things You Didn’t Know about the Civil War is your go-to guide for little-known facts about the war that dramatically altered the course of American history forever.
Focusing on the creative aspects of cognition, this book presents a groundbreaking theory of conceptual blending, arguing that all learning and thinking stem from metaphorical blends based on bodily experiences. Authors Gilles Fauconnier and Mark Turner explore how these blends shape mental functioning, influencing language, identity, and categorization. They illustrate the developmental journey of a child as they navigate these cognitive blends, offering an innovative perspective on understanding complex ideas. This work marks a significant shift in cognitive science, emphasizing the richness of human thought.
This work explores the emergence of the artful mind and its distinction from other living beings, presenting various perspectives on the relationship between art, the mind, and the brain.
Humans are unique among all other species in having one cognitive attribute-the ability, almost without conscious effort, to engage in blending. This is the first book that brings the theory of blending to a wide audience and shows how blending is at the heart of the origin of ideas.
With the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide exercising its shockwaves, and United Nations troops in position, but apparently powerless to secure the lives of ordinary citizens, this book sheds light on the interventions of other African powers in the region and cuts through the historical myths that people in the region and beyond resort to.
Fan Networks, Tactics, and Mobilisations
The narrative focuses on a pivotal 30-year social movement in England and Wales advocating against all-seated stadiums in football, sparked by the Hillsborough disaster. It explores the grassroots activism, struggles, and triumphs that shaped the campaign, highlighting its broader European and international implications. The book delves into the impact of this movement on football culture, safety regulations, and the ongoing dialogue about fan experiences in stadiums.
The protagonist reflects on the transition from the glory of being an American soldier to running a Private Military Company with his Godfather, Colonel Pat Decker. Faced with challenges from a troublesome first officer and a corrupt Congressman, he navigates the murky waters of fast money and moral dilemmas. As he grapples with the loss of his former heroism, the story explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and the harsh realities of military life in a contemporary setting.