Rebecca Jones Libri

Living with drought is one of the biggest issues of our time. Climate change scenarios suggest that in the next fifty years, global warming will increase both the frequency and severity of these phenomena. Stories of drought are familiar to us, accompanied by images of dead sheep, dry dams, cracked earth, farmers leaving their lands, and rural economic stagnation. But, as Rebecca Jones reveals in this sensitive account of families living on the Australian land, the story of drought in this driest continent is as much about resilience, adaptation, strength of community, ingenious planning for, and creative responses to persistent absences of rainfall. The histories of eight farming families, stretching from the 1870s to the 1950s, are related, with a focus on the private lives and inner thoughts revealed by personal diaries. Also included are discussions with contemporary farmers and pastoralists. In greatly enriching our understanding of the human dimensions of drought, Slow Catastrophes provides us with vital resources to face our ecological future. *** Listen to the podcast interview with author Rebecca Jones by Jason Schulman, New Books Network, October 6, 2017, newbooksnetwork.com (Series: Australian History) [Subject: Environmental Studies, Australian Studies, History]

How much love exists between a Father and his daughter? More than can ever be imagined the sad part is often we don't realize the depth of that love until their gone. Friday's Child is a tribute to my father Glenn Goodson. Who was born on a Friday and died on a Friday. He was a lot of things: A christian, A son, a brother, a husband, a grandfather, a father-in-law, a brother-in-law, a friend, a war hero, a fireman. But most of all, he was my Daddy! I miss him and love him with all my heart.

Recounts how Mrs. Pickergill of Baltimore was commissioned to make the huge flag which flew at Fort McHenry over Baltimore Harbor during a battle with the British in 1814.

How can coaches maximise the effectiveness of their practice? What can research tell us about how and why coaching ‘works’? How can we use the evidence base to enable others to reach their full potential? Coaching with Research in Mind brings together cutting-edge research in coaching and psychology, accessibly summarises the findings, and provides a clear and specific breakdown of what research tells us coaches and leaders should be doing and why. Rebecca J. Jones provides practitioners with the information and guidance they need to apply research in their practice, explaining how coaches can understand coachee characteristics, how they impact the coaching process and how coaches should adapt their practice to accommodate them. The book explains how to identify which principles of the coaching process influence effectiveness and tailor practice to maximise their impact. Jones also explores the impact of environmental factors and assesses how their influence can be limited. Coaching with Research in Mind will be essential reading for both new and experienced coaches looking to enhance the effectiveness and impact of their coaching, and for managers, leaders and L&D procurers who utilise coaching as a leadership style.

"Recounted in a classroom-by-classroom narrative and informed by interviews with survivors, The school's on fire! details the December 1958 fire that killed 92 children and 3 teachers at Our Lady of the Angels School in Chicago"--

Set in the diverse neighborhood of a big city, this poignant and universal story of friendship tells about two best pals who share everything together—even making up after a quarrel. “Children will recognize their own relationships in the ebb and flow of Matthew and Tilly’s friendship.”— Booklist “There can never be too many books about the importance of friendship and forgiveness—especially when they are of this caliber.”— Publisher’s Weekly “This modest story line swells with the visual excitement of Peck’s paintings. . . . Their power lingers in the mind long after they have been seen.”— School Library Journal

When Chernobog, an ancient dark god, returns to Earth to destroy mankind, only one thing is standing in his way-four-year-old Annalee Sun. As the descendent of Quan Yin, Goddess of Hope and Compassion, Annalee is man's last hope. Luckily, Annalee isn't alone. "The Others" are five descendants of ancestral Gods and Goddesses destined to protect the young heroine. Declan is the descendant of The Dagda, a Celtic deity with power over life and death. Shemar is descendant of Shango, a God of Fury, Thunder, and Lightning. Father Benedict has the healing powers of Archangel St. Raphael. Ho'kee is a Navajo descendant of the union of a shapeshifter and a skinwalker. He shifts into a wolf whose name is Mai-Coh (Howling Winds). And then there is Mara, descendant of the Baba Yaga. The Goddesses have brought them together as the threat to humanity grows by the machinations of another descendant, Zlo-a man whose lineage is from the Black God, Chernobog. Soldiers of Gaia is the ultimate paranormal battle of good versus evil and the descendants of ancient gods and goddesses are being used as weapons.

Heartwarming, insightful, and often laugh-out-loud funny. Poochie, is a story about the unbreakable bond between man and his best friend and an eternal love that transcends all time. A tail wagging, touching novel that will charm all animal fans out there. It will change your view of our furry friends forever.

Rich in historical accounts, this collection provides a comprehensive look at the Americas from the late 15th century to the early 20th century. It features original documents on exploration, military actions, Native American history, and social issues like slavery and abolition. The diverse genres include sermons, political tracts, newspapers, and legislation, reflecting the society, culture, and pivotal events of the time. Now available in high-quality digital scans through print-on-demand, it serves as a valuable resource for libraries, scholars, and general readers.

The book delves into the significance of the waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) as a reliable indicator of female health and fertility, challenging previous studies that relied on 2D representations. Utilizing innovative 3D stimuli, the research involved participants rating computer-generated female figures based on various attributes, revealing that a lower WHR (0.5) was consistently perceived as more attractive. The findings support evolutionary theory, highlighting WHR as an adaptive signal of health and reproductive potential, while also considering cultural influences on body perception.