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UEFA EURO 2024 Official Kids' Guide
by Kevin PettmanThis official and exclusive kids' guide to EURO 2024 contains all the essential information young football fans need in the run-up to the Championship, which kicks off on 14th June 2024. The book features an overview of the competition's history, a lowdown of the venues in 2024, punchy team profiles and a rundown of all the star players involved, including the likes of Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, Pedri, Musiala and many others.Dynamically designed and illustrated, and with more than 125 images, the book is brimmng with facts, stats, records guaranteed to make its readers experts of Europe's biggest continental soccer tournament.
UFOs and The White House: What Did Our Presidents Know and When Did They Know It?
by William J. Birnes Joel MartinThe author team that wrote the upcoming Skyhorse title Edison vs. Tesla, as well as The Haunting of the Presidents and other titles about the weird, the supernatural, and the unexplained, turn their attention to the oval office for a unique view of UFOs in America and more specifically, what America's presidents--from Washington to Obama--have witnessed and believed. <p><p> Most of us know that George Washington was heavily involved with the secret society the Freemasons. But how many of us know about George Washington's UFO sighting during the terrible winter at Valley Forge, and how the experience guided his future?Marilyn Monroe is rumored to have had UFO intel that she gained via pillow-talk from JFK. <p> Under Nixon's presidency we orbited and walked upon the surface the moon while almost at the same time the Air Force was exploiting the Air Force as scientific cover for its decision to terminate Project Blue Book. Jimmie Carter was visited by UFOs multiple times. UFOs and the White House is an oft-overlooked glimpse at history that will appeal to historians as well as advocates of the paranormal.
Uganda - Culture Smart!
by Ian ClarkeOnce notorious for the tyranny of Idi Amin, immortalized in the film The Last King of Scotland, Uganda has, for the last twenty-six years or so, struggled to overcome its negative image. It has largely been successful. Rated the best country to visit in 2012, it was one named of the best tourist destinations of 2013 by National Geographic magazine. In addition to its game parks, home to the Big Five, Uganda has one of the largest numbers of recorded bird species of any country. It is also the home of the famed mountain gorillas, and the mighty Nile River provides some of the best whitewater rafting in the world. Add to this an almost perfect climate and spectacular sightseeing, including the source of the Nile, Murchison Falls, the "little Switzerland" of Kabale, the volcanic lakes, and the Rwenzori Mountains, and one can understand why Winston Churchill called Uganda "the Pearl of Africa." But Uganda not only has wildlife and natural beauty to offer--the Ugandan people are what makes it different. Drawn from over fifty tribes, they make up a rich blend of traditions. You can sample this in dance and song performances by groups such as the Ndere Troup, or you can wander through the capital city, or any village, and get to know the local people, as English is widely spoken. You will find them sociable, warm, and hospitable. Kampala is famous as the social capital of East Africa, the city that never sleeps, where every kind of nightlife is on offer, and Ugandans have now been officially rated the happiest people in East Africa! All this is what makes Uganda special. Inevitably there are cultural pitfalls for the unwary traveler--differences in expectations, mores, and ways of behaving. This book provides key insights into Ugandan life and offers practical tips on how best to meet the Ugandan people on their own terms, vital information for tourists and businessmen alike.
UGC-NET Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor Eligibility Test - Sangeet Paper-2 Part-1: UGC-NET जूनियर रिसर्च फेलोशिप और सहायक प्रोफेसर पात्रता परीक्षा संगीत पेपर-२ भाग-१
by Dr Gunjan SaxenaPaper- 2 shall consist of 100 objective type compulsory questions each carrying 2 marks which will be based on the subject selected by the candidate.
UGC-NET Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor Eligibility Test - Sangeet Paper-2 Part-2: UGC-NET जूनियर रिसर्च फेलोशिप और सहायक प्रोफेसर पात्रता परीक्षा संगीत पेपर-२ भाग-२
by Dr Gunjan SaxenaPaper- 2 shall consist of 100 objective type compulsory questions each carrying 2 marks which will be based on the subject selected by the candidate.
Ugetsu Monogatari or Tales of Moonlight and Rain: A Complete English Version of the Eighteenth-Century Japanese collection of Tales of the Supernatural (Routledge Revivals)
by Ueda AkinariUgetsu Monogatari, or Tales of Moonlight and Rain numbers among the best-loved Japanese classics. These nine illustrated tales of the supernatural from eighteenth-century Osaka combine popular appeal with a high literary standard. The author expressed his complex views on human life and society in simple yet poetic language. Akinari questioned the prevailing moral values and standards of his age whilst entertaining his readers with mystery and other-worldly occurrences. This is a reissue of Leon Zolbrod’s definitive English translation of the work, first published in 1974.
Uglier Than a Monkey's Armpit: Untranslatable Insults, Put-Downs, and Curses from Around the World
by Stephen Dodson Robert VanderplankThe most curious, funny, insightful, and expressive invectives from more than forty languages-fully illustrated, you miserable misokakku. "Misokkasu": Scum of soya paste. (Japanese) "Tu es um borra-battos.": You s**t in your own boots. <P><P>(Portugese) "Like a fart in a trance.": A dreamy person who seems at a loss what to do. (Scottish) "A pies ci morde lizal!": Literally, a dog has licked your gob. (Polish) "Prumphaensn.": Fartchicken. (Icelandic) Whether borne out of surprise, anger, passion, or humor, curses and insults make up some of the most colorful and profound phrases in a language. <P>In Uglier Than a Monkey's Armpit, word experts Dr. Robert Vanderplank and Stephen Dodson have scoured the world looking for the most interesting, insightful, and expressive invectives from more than forty languages. These are the words you won't learn in any language class. Arranged by language, containing pointers on gestures, and appropriately illustrated, Uglier Than a Monkey's Armpit (a Spanish phrase to avoid) will equip you with the vocabulary to amuse, shock, offend, and let off steam, wherever you happen to be.
Ugly Cute Animals (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)
by Gilda Berger Melvin BergerThese animals are so ugly, they're cute!From bulldogs to sloths, lemurs to hippos, there are ugly cute animals all across the animal kingdom. This level 2 reader will feature the cutest of those ugly animals. Kids may recognize some of the animals as their very own pets, while others will be new discoveries for young readers. The reader will feature large full-color photos with fun facts about each creature. Kids will get a kick out of silly creatures and the trendy phrase "ugly cute."
UK Banking After Deregulation (Routledge Library Editions: Banking & Finance)
by Andy MullineuxHow does financial deregulation affect the operation of the banking system in the UK? What are the consequences of the development of an electronic banking system? This book addresses these and other important questions in a survey of UK change in the financial sector and in banking in particular. Attention is given to the role of building societies after the ‘big bang’ and the implications for retail banking of competition in the housing finance market. Both the long and short term implications of regulatory reform for banks are dealt with together with the role of the Bank of England and what the changes have meant in terms of international banking. Concentrating on the three main areas of change deregulation, regulatory reform and technical innovation the book is an important pointer to the shape of banking in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
UK Economy: Essays On The Drivers Of Recent Uk Economic Performance And Lessons For The Future
by Gabriele Giudice Robert Kuenzel Tom SpringbettFirst published in 2012. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
UK Government and Politics for A-level Sixth Edition
by Philip Lynch Paul Fairclough Toby Cooper Eric Magee- Comprehensive coverage and analysis of relevant political developments helps develop students' knowledge and key skills-Up-to-date examples, case studies and debate feature will improve students' grasp of contemporary developments in UK politics-Includes more synoptic links to help students understand how different topics within the A-level link together -Includes quickfire knowledge-check questions and summaries of key content to help consolidate knowledge and understanding -Features exam-style questions throughout, helping students improve their analysis and evaluation skills-Provides answer guidance for exam-style questions online at www.hoddereducation.co.uk/xxx
UK Government and Politics for A-level Sixth Edition
by Philip Lynch Paul Fairclough Toby Cooper Eric Magee- Comprehensive coverage and analysis of relevant political developments helps develop students' knowledge and key skills-Up-to-date examples, case studies and debate feature will improve students' grasp of contemporary developments in UK politics-Includes more synoptic links to help students understand how different topics within the A-level link together -Includes quickfire knowledge-check questions and summaries of key content to help consolidate knowledge and understanding -Features exam-style questions throughout, helping students improve their analysis and evaluation skills-Provides answer guidance for exam-style questions online at www.hoddereducation.co.uk/xxx
UK Politics Annual Update 2021
by Nick GallopYou can use this Annual Update for tasks throughout your course and for help with examination questions.- Review all the developments relevant to A-level specifications in UK politics from the last year, with examples linked closely to specification points, strong links between topics and focused suggestions for further reading- Develop your confidence with expert analysis you can draw on both throughout your course and in the exams- Enhance your knowledge of the news to build a bank of up-to-date examples linked to the specifications, helping you to develop persuasive arguments for your essays- Learn more about the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and other up-to-date political developments, and how to put them into contextTable of contents: UK update 20211. Legitimacy and the lockdown: from health crisis to democratic crisis?2. The Black Lives Matter movement: pressure, protest and controversy3. Individual and collective rights: civil liberties campaigns in the 2020s4. Political parties in the 2020s: funding, fairness and the future5. Influence of the media: Is the BBC biased and does it matter?6. Devolution and health crisis7. The House of Lords: too big, too partisan and time for change?8. What impact did the health crisis have on the relationship between parliament and the executive?9. Controlling the health crisis: how effective was Boris Johnson in dictating events and determining policy?
UK Politics Annual Update 2021
by Nick GallopYou can use this Annual Update for tasks throughout your course and for help with examination questions.- Review all the developments relevant to A-level specifications in UK politics from the last year, with examples linked closely to specification points, strong links between topics and focused suggestions for further reading- Develop your confidence with expert analysis you can draw on both throughout your course and in the exams- Enhance your knowledge of the news to build a bank of up-to-date examples linked to the specifications, helping you to develop persuasive arguments for your essays- Learn more about the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and other up-to-date political developments, and how to put them into contextTable of contents: UK update 20211. Legitimacy and the lockdown: from health crisis to democratic crisis?2. The Black Lives Matter movement: pressure, protest and controversy3. Individual and collective rights: civil liberties campaigns in the 2020s4. Political parties in the 2020s: funding, fairness and the future5. Influence of the media: Is the BBC biased and does it matter?6. Devolution and health crisis7. The House of Lords: too big, too partisan and time for change?8. What impact did the health crisis have on the relationship between parliament and the executive?9. Controlling the health crisis: how effective was Boris Johnson in dictating events and determining policy?
UK Politics Annual Update 2022
by Nick GallopThis UK Politics Annual Update will help students:- Review all the developments relevant to A-level specifications in UK politics from the last year, with examples linked closely to specification points, strong links between topics and focused suggestions for further reading- Develop their confidence with expert analysis they can draw on throughout their course and in the exams- Enhance their knowledge of the news to build a bank of up-to-date examples linked to the specifications, helping them to develop persuasive arguments for their essays- Learn more about the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and other up-to-date political developments, and how to put them into context- Use our updated exam skills feature to clarify how to use the information they have just learned in their examUK Politics Annual Update 2022 chapters:1. Pressure groups: Lobbying in the 2020s - methods and controversies2. Rights in context: Campaigns to protect liberties and to extend the franchise3. Political Parties: Old, new or in between? What does Keir Starmer's Labour Party stand for?4. The constitution: The Johnsonian constitution 'in flux' 5. Devolution (Part 1): See no EVEL: what is the future for English representation in Westminster?6. Devolution (Part 2): What does the government's 'levelling up' agenda mean for devolved government in England?7. Parliament and the executive: The changing relationship between Parliament and the executive8. The House of Lords: Peers in the 2020s: The composition and legislative influence of the House of Lords9. The UK Supreme Court: Redefining judicial power in the 2020s
UK Politics Annual Update 2022
by Nick GallopThis UK Politics Annual Update will help students:- Review all the developments relevant to A-level specifications in UK politics from the last year, with examples linked closely to specification points, strong links between topics and focused suggestions for further reading- Develop their confidence with expert analysis they can draw on throughout their course and in the exams- Enhance their knowledge of the news to build a bank of up-to-date examples linked to the specifications, helping them to develop persuasive arguments for their essays- Learn more about the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and other up-to-date political developments, and how to put them into context- Use our updated exam skills feature to clarify how to use the information they have just learned in their examUK Politics Annual Update 2022 chapters:1. Pressure groups: Lobbying in the 2020s - methods and controversies2. Rights in context: Campaigns to protect liberties and to extend the franchise3. Political Parties: Old, new or in between? What does Keir Starmer's Labour Party stand for?4. The constitution: The Johnsonian constitution 'in flux' 5. Devolution (Part 1): See no EVEL: what is the future for English representation in Westminster?6. Devolution (Part 2): What does the government's 'levelling up' agenda mean for devolved government in England?7. Parliament and the executive: The changing relationship between Parliament and the executive8. The House of Lords: Peers in the 2020s: The composition and legislative influence of the House of Lords9. The UK Supreme Court: Redefining judicial power in the 2020s
Ukraine - Culture Smart!
by Anna ShevchenkoThis revised and updated edition of Culture Smart! Ukraine reveals a country in the throes of change. The euphoria of the famous Orange Revolution has vanished. The momentum for reform has been checked and the forces of authoritarianism have returned. Even so, modernization continues apace and people are eager to be seen as European. The recent political instability highlights the contradictions of Ukrainian society. Ukrainians are proud of their roots, and reticent about the traumas of their past; the country participates in international space programs and produces the world's largest aircraft, but still lives in a world of superstitions. The Ukrainian way of life is intertwined with ancient customs, the old Soviet legacy, and the search for a new European identity. What strikes visitors to this fascinating and important country is the heady mix of ancient history and youthful energy, the resilience of the people, and their generosity of spirit. For the twentieth anniversary of its independence, Ukraine received quite a present--hosting the key matches of Euro 2012. Now it has a game of its own: to show the world that it is a serious player. This new edition of Culture Smart! Ukraine will enable you to visit the country with open eyes. It describes the history that has shaped the Ukrainian psyche, explains present-day values and attitudes, and offers practical advice on what to expect and how to behave. It aims to make you feel at ease, whether you are shopping in a market, dining out, or attending a business meeting.
Ukrainian - English Bilingual Visual Dictionary (DK Bilingual Visual Dictionaries)
by DKWith more than 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in Ukrainian and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, DK's Ukrainian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary is your essential companion to learning Ukrainian.You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education, visit the doctor, go to the bank, use public transportation, and much more. Perfect for students, tourists, and business travelers, the dictionary is incredibly easy to follow, with thematically organized vocabulary so you can find closely related words on a particular topic. Words and phrases are illustrated with full-color photographs and artwork, helping to fix new vocabulary in your mind. The supporting audio app enables you to hear all the words and phrases spoken out loud in both languages to help you learn, remember, and pronounce important vocabulary.
The UK’s Journeys into and out of the EU: Destinations Unknown (Europa EU Perspectives: Reform, Renegotiation, Reshaping)
by Julie SmithThis Routledge Focus aims to investigate and analyse the United Kingdom’s relationship with the European Communities (EC) and the European Union (EU). Since joining the EC in 1973, the UK has had a fraught relationship with the organization, declining closer economic union in the eurozone and, often, arguing against closer political union. While some 67% of the UK’s voters opted to remain in the EC in a referendum held in 1975, by June 2016 a narrow majority favoured leaving the EU. This volume evaluates the UK’s journey into the Union, and examines how the country’s voters came to decide on Brexit, and where the UK’s departure from the EU may lead it.
The Ultimate: The Great American Arguments Settled Once and for All
by William PoundstoneThe Ultimate is sophisticated fun, literate trivia in the witty, anecdotal and provocative style familiar to Poundstone fans across the country. Here Poundstone establishes objective ways of determining what really is the biggest, the highest, the greatest, and the best.
The Ultimate Air Force Basic Training Guidebook: Tips, Tricks, and Tactics for Surviving Boot Camp
by Nicholas Van WormerAir Force basic training is now more challenging than ever, both mentally and physically. In the past few years the Air Force has redesigned its basic military training requirements to prepare airmen for the ever-changing role the Air Force is now engaged in around the world in today’s War on Terror.The Ultimate Guide to Air Force Basic Training shows you, step by step, how to survive and thrive in today’s basic training program. Beginning with the recruiting process and taking you all the way through basic training graduation day, this book answers all your questions and will help alleviate your fears and concerns as you enter this new and exciting period of your life.Senior Airman Nicholas Van Wormer’s book is a fresh and updated insider’s view of what you will encounter and how to perform to graduate at the top of your class. It also includes interviews with recent basic training graduates, recruiters, and even military training instructors to better provide you with the most detailed guide to Air Force basic training ever published.Whether you are getting ready to ship out to basic training or just looking into the different military options available to you, The Ultimate Guide to Air Force Basic Training is an invaluable tool that will help guide you through an otherwise daunting and difficult process.
The Ultimate Ambition in the Arts of Erudition: A Compendium of Knowledge from the Classical Islamic World
by Elias Muhanna Shihab al-Din al-NuwayriFor the first time in English, a catalog of the world through fourteenth-century Arab eyes--a kind of Schott's Miscellany for the Islamic Golden Age An astonishing record of the knowledge of a civilization, The Ultimate Ambition in the Arts of Erudition catalogs everything known to exist from the perspective of a fourteenth-century Egyptian scholar and litterateur. More than 9,000 pages and thirty volumes--here abridged to one volume, and translated into English for the first time--it contains entries on everything from medieval moon-worshipping cults, sexual aphrodisiacs, and the substance of clouds, to how to get the smell of alcohol off one's breath, the deliciousness of cheese made from buffalo milk, and the nesting habits of flamingos. Similar works by Western authors, including Pliny's Natural History, have been available in English for centuries. This groundbreaking translation of a remarkable Arabic text--expertly abridged and annotated--offers a look at the world through the highly literary and impressively knowledgeable societies of the classical Islamic world. Meticulously arranged and delightfully eclectic, it is a compendium to be treasured--a true monument of erudition.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Ultimate Baby Book for New Dads: 100 Ways to Care for Your Baby in Their First Year
by Roy Benaroch MDThe baby owner's manual to help new dads succeedCovering everything from burping and naptime to filing for paternity leave and setting up a safe play area, this is the complete survival manual for first-time dads. Discover more than 100 things dads can do to help their baby—and their partner—thrive in the first year.Go beyond other books for new dads with:Up-to-date advice—Written by an experienced pediatrician and featuring the most modern, evidence-based info available, this guide is everything books for new dads should be.From birth to 12 months—Divided into easy-to-skim sections, this book makes it simple for new dads to find out what they need to do at every stage of baby's development.A positive outlook—Let this standout in books for new dads bring a little good humor to parenthood and help keep things upbeat through sleepless nights and messy diapers.This top choice in books for new dads offers all the info needed to take great care of that new little person at home.
The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook: Tips, Tricks, and Tactics for Surviving Boot Camp
by Michael VolkinAs anyone who has undergone the transition from civilian to soldier will tell you, basic training is a lot tougher and more challenging than any recruit can imagine. Michael Volkin discovered that fact soon after 9-11, when his personal vow to serve my country convinced him to enlist in the US Army. As Volkin quickly discovered, he was utterly unprepared for the new world of the military, a completely different environment full of unknown exercises and acronyms, where cant eat or talk without permission. Volkin began taking notes on everything and anything with the hope that no one else would have to go through basic training like I did completely unarmed with knowledge that would have eased my transition into the military and allowed me to be more successful.During Operation Enduring/Iraqi Freedom, Volkin organized his notes, interviewed hundreds of other soldiers, and began to write. The result is The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook, a unique and utterly indispensable guide to successfully coping with and thriving in todays military. The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook is a comprehensive, practical, and easy-to-follow survival guide written specifically for every new or prospective recruit about to enter any branch of the armed forces. Volkins book offers step-by-step instructions and solutions, including helpful charts and graphics, for how to prepare both physically and mentally for boot camp. It includes a special eight-week fitness program specifically designed to improve your fitness test scores, specific study guides, an instructional How tochapter, a list of what to bring (and not to bring) to basic training, tips for success, and much more. The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook was written by a soldier for men and women who want to become soldiers. No one should enter boot camp without having read this book.
The Ultimate Basketball Trivia Book: 600 Questions for the Super-Fan
by Sam AmicoTest yourself and your friends! Fans of the Warriors Raptors, Lakers, Celtics, the UNC Tar Heels, Duke Blue Devils, UCLA Bruins, Kentucky Wildcats, and every other great pro or college team will be puzzled, challenged, and amused by these questions and answers about the NBA, NCAA, WNBA, and everything in between. In this collection of 600 questions, Sam Amico tests your level of expertise on all things basketball. Every era of basketball history is represented, from Bob Cousy to Chris Paul, Moses Malone to Joel Embiid, Michael Jordan to LeBron James, Wilt Chamberlain to Shaquille O’Neal ,and everyone in between. Some of the many questions that Amico poses include: Who was the inventor of the game of basketball (called “Basket Ball”) and how many original rules were written by the game’s founder?What player scored the most points in an NCAA Tournament Game?Who was the first international player to be inducted into the Hall of Fame?Can you name the four ABA teams that joined the NBA in 1976? From the Celtics dynasty to the most exciting Final Four games of all time, from Magic Johnson and Larry Bird to Stephen Curry and James Harden, here is the definitive test for knowledgeable basketball fans!