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The Tory Mind on Education: 1979-1994 (Routledge Library Editions: Education)
by D LawtonThis book discusses conservative education policies since 1979 by referring to beliefs, values and attitudes. It relates ideology to policies and provides some background about the years before 1979 – definitions of Conservatism and descriptions of Tory beliefs and traditional Conservative views on education. The second part of the book provides a brief outline of the years between the 1944 Education Act and 1979.
The Total Bicycling Manual: 268 Essential Skills
by Robert F. James The Editors of Bicycle TimesA guide to everything you need to know to enjoy the sport of cycling, from finding the right bike to learning how to do your own repairs and maintenance.You never forget how to ride a bike . . . but do you know how to get a great deal on a used bike (and avoid getting ripped off!), set up your commuter bike for optimal safety (without sacrificing fun), plan the perfect family ride for kids of all ages, and train for your first endurance ride? Bicycle Times magazine reaches hundreds of thousands of “everyday cyclists” —riders who care more about having a great ride than spending a year’s salary on a tricked-out racing bike. Their mission is to make cycling fun and accessible for everyone . . . families, commuters, travelers, and weekend warriors included.This book is the one practical manual every cyclist should have—right next to the toolbox or stashed in a pannier. A quick but comprehensive intro chapter on finding the right bike for every need (and why so many cyclists are sure they need one of each!), which includes detailed information on what to look for in a new or used bike, when to pay a little more for components, and where you can economize creatively.Filled with practical, wheels-on-the-ground tips, this book will make you a better rider, take you places you never thought you’d go, and make sure you never get stranded by the roadside without the tools or know-how to fix your ride.
The Total Boating Manual: 311 Powerboat Essentials (Boating Magazine)
by Kevin Falvey The Editors of Boating MagazineThe comprehensive powerboating guide from the experts at Boating magazine, with essential info on the latest boats and gear—plus expert tips and more. Boating magazine is the destination for powerboat information, whether your goal is competitive deep sea fishing or soaking up rays on the lake. The Total Boating Manual draws on the knowledge and expertise of our writing staff to provide unbiased and well-researched reviews and tips on boating gear, open-water techniques, repair and maintenance, and more. Find the perfect boat New or used, speedboat to bass rig, you&’ll learn how to find the perfect boat for you and get the most bang for your buck. You&’ll also find insider tips on buying a used boat, how to tell if a fixer-upper is worth it, and upgrading your existing boat to the craft of your dreams. Get the gear From essential electronics to basic aftermarket equipment, to trailers and accessories, we&’ve got you covered. Do you really need a fish-finder? How do tow chains work? What&’s the best GPS for open water? It&’s all here. Water Safety From everyday excursions to deep-sea sport fishing, safety is essential. Find all the safety tips and techniques you need to face any emergency on the water. Insider Hints Learn the best practices in piloting a boat, essentials of seamanship, all the knots you&’ll ever need, how to back up a trailer in a dangerously tight spot, and much more. DIY Tricks From DIY repairs to time (and money) saving tips - get all the insider info straight from the experts.
The Total Bowhunting Manual: 261 Essential Skills
by Scott Bestul Dave HurteauFrom Field & Stream&’s bowhunting experts and the authors of The Total Deer Hunter Manual comes the book that demystifies everything about bowhunting. From crossbows to high-tech compound bows to an old-fashioned recurve find it all, accompanied by tactics for every animal that can be bowhunted, in The Total Bowhunting Manual. With high-quality design and intricate detail, this manual is perfect for your tablet or phone. America&’s best hunting guides bring you 261 field-tested tips, tricks and skills from decades of experience:· Shoot Better: With detailed exercises and advice for every kind of bow, this book takes you out on the archery range, into the woods, and onto the water with specialized drills and exercises.· Get the Gear: Bowhunting is a gear-heavy sport, and improvements are being made almost every day, but you need to find the right type, size and fit. Whether you want to hunt like Robin Hood or Katniss with historic gear or take to the trees with a high-tech, carbon fiber compound bow with all the accessories, these authors detail what you need.· Bring Home a Trophy: When people think &“bowhunting&” they think of deer but any animal that you can hunt, can be hunted with a bow. Find tips for taking down alligators, moose, birds, bears, caribou, turkey, fish and more; all the expert advice you need to go home with a trophy, not an excuse. Whether you&’re preparing for trip of a lifetime or just want to extend your season and improve your technique, this is the book you need.
The Total Cat Manual: Meet, Love, and Care for Your New Best Friend (Adopt a Pet)
by David Meyer Abbie Moore Dr. Pia SalkMore than 200 tips on choosing and caring for your new feline friend, from North America&’s largest non-profit pet adoption website. Includes photos! From adoption and care to behavior and communication, this comprehensive guide to cats comes from the experts at Adopt-a-Pet.com, who have spent many years connecting homeless pets to their new families. It covers: Basics: Understand your new kitten or cat, prepare for a new arrival, get the skinny on supplies and toys, and learn everything you need to know to integrate a kitty into your home and life. Behavior: Get the scoop on breed characteristics, troubleshoot problems, and learn how to communicate with your new friend. Care & Health: Choose a veterinarian, treat common ailments, and keep kitty clean, happy, and safe! With useful tips, wonderful photos, and information that&’s helpful no matter the breed or age of your cat, The Total Cat Manual gives you the whole kitten caboodle!
The Total Deer Hunter Manual: 301 Essential Skills (Field & Stream)
by Scott Bestul Dave HurteauTake your whitetail obsession to the next level with this go-to guide from two of the most knowledgeable and experienced deer-hunting writers in America.Whether you spend all year plotting and preparing for your ultimate whitetail season, or just enjoy a few hunting trips a year with your buddies, this is the book you need. Hundreds of field-tested tips from Field & Stream’s deer-hunting experts cover tips and tricks from America’s best hunting guides and their own decades of experience, including: Shoot Better: With detailed exercises and advice for bow-hunters as well as rifle and shotgun users, this book takes you out on the range and into the woods, with what you need to bring home a trophy buck instead of a lame excuse. Plan All Year: What do you do when deer season ends? Stow your gear, mount your trophies, and start planning for next year. Here’s how to plot your hunting grounds, plant the food deer love, and upgrade your equipment. Track Like a Pro: Where do deer live? What do they eat? How do they behave during the all-important rut season? You may think you know the answers to these questions, but the latest research and unusual historical wisdom will surprise you—and make you a better hunter.
The Total Dirt Rider Manual: 358 Essential Dirt Bike Skills
by Pete Peterson The Editors of Dirt RiderThis essential guide from the experts at Dirt Rider magazine covers everything from riding and repair basics to motocross tricks and flips. Affordable and easy to ride, dirt bikes are a great way to enjoy the great outdoors and build riding skills. Whether you just want to enjoy a ride through the backcountry or you&’re gunning for motocross stardom, this book is full of hand-on tips and tricks to get you there. The Total Dirt Rider Manual covers: Gear: Learn how to buy the right bike for you, whether you&’re looking at new models or used rides; suit up for style safety, and comfort; and adapt your gear to a wide range of riding conditions. Riding: Get all the information you need to enjoy a casual day on the trails or to compete year-round. Wrenching: The best of Dirt Rider magazine&’s &“Dr. Dirt&” feature, providing step-by-step tutorials for repairs of all kinds. Suspension: A bike&’s suspension is vital, expensive to fix, and tricky to diagnose. This special section offers clear, practical tips from America&’s top race-bike mechanics that could save you thousands of dollars.
The Total Dog Manual: Meet, Train, and Care for Your New Best Friend (Adopt a Pet)
by David Meyer Abbie Moore Dr. Pia SalkThe definitive resource on dogs from North America's largest non-profit pet adoption website. Includes photos! The Total Dog Manual covers everything from how to choose your pet to appropriate training methods and environments, to understanding behavior and selecting the right food, toys, and care for your new family member. From understanding a dogs&’ anatomy and those deep-down doggie instincts to grooming tips, this team of experts provides all you need to understand your furry friend. Behavior: Why do dogs jump so much? What do wolves have to do with anything? Find these answers and more to better understand how dogs &“talk&” to each other—and to us—and how to communicate more effectively with your pets. Training: Tired of your dog slobbering on your face? Trying to minimize mouthing? Want to teach an old dog new tricks? Find instructions and top tips on curbing bad habits, the latest thinking on teaching basic commands, and how to deal with the challenges and rewards of introducing a puppy or adult dog to a new home and family. Care: Is his fur a tangled mess? What kind of collar tag should you get? What supplies does a new puppy need? What do you do during a thunderstorm or with an elderly animal? Learn everything you need to know to keep your dog safe and happy, including tips on security, vacations and travel, and major upheavals such as moving homes or stressful situations. This easy-to-use manual, filled with delightful photos, is an ideal reference no matter what your dog&’s age or breed.
The Total Fitness Manual: Transform Your Body in 12 Weeks
by Gold's GymGet in shape in no time with this definitive guide to fitness, strength training, and nutrition by the fitness experts at the world-renowned Gold’s Gym.The Total Fitness Manual has everything here you need to get fit and stay fit for life. Take the 12-Week Body Transformation Challenge for dramatic, proven results, or create your own fitness routine from this book’s wealth of information on resistance training, cardio, nutrition, flexibility, and more . . .Cardio: With cardio machines, classes, swimming, or running, you have more choices than ever for getting a heart-pumping workout, and this book outlines your options to help you select the best for your needs.Getting Strong: Whether you are looking to tone up or bulk up using bodyweight alone, gym machines, or a home barbell set, you need to know the correct techniques to avoid injury and know what exercises work which muscles.Nutrition: Hydration and diet are just as important as getting to the gym. Gold’s Gym is here to ensure you have enough calories to burn, have the best post-workout snacks, find the best protein shake for you, utilize crucial hydration tips, and more.Recovery: Stretch properly and know when to schedule a rest day to stay injury free.The Twelve-Week Challenge: Gold’s Gym annually challenges its members to commit to achieving their goals—in just three months. For the first time, this program is available in a book, with clear instructions, and advice on how to tailor the program to your fitness journey. You can also gain inspiration from success stories from past Challenge winners.So, pick up your copy of the Total Fitness Manual and get training today!
The Total Flyfishing Manual: 307 Essential Skills and Tips (Field & Stream)
by The Editors of Field & Stream Joe CermeleThe most comprehensive fly fishing guide with the best tips, old school-techniques, tactics, and up-to-date gear reviews.Filled with over three hundred hints from the best anglers in both salt and fresh water, the editors of Field and Stream give you everything you need to make the perfect pitch, find a secret spot, and score a fish.TOOLS: From the best flies of all time to the best reel for the job and when to change your hooks, learn about the tools you need for the job—as well as practical skills like tying a Palomar knot, how to unravel fly lines, the five-minute fly, tying a clouser minnow, and how to lose the tailing loop.TECHNIQUES: From old to new, everything you need to know to strike in the night, put a different spin on it, spot and stalk, shoot the breeze, and find where they feed.TACTICS: Put yourself in the best position for the catch: get up the creek for a late-season trout, find a secret spot, sneak up on more fish, fish headwaters for autumn trout, fish with your eyes, hook more rising fish, take the long shot, and dominate the shoreline.Whether you’re fishing for salmon, bass, or carp, this guide will help you improve your technique, upgrade your equipment, and hook your prize fish.
The Total Gun Manual: 335 Essential Shooting Skills (Field & Stream)
by Phil Bourjaily David PetzalOne of the most trusted brands in outdoor sports brings you the bigger and better gun reference—with new sections that reflect trends and developments. David E. Petzal and Phil Bourjaily, Field & Stream’s shooting sports experts, are the top-rated writers working in the field today, due to their knowledge, experience, and their ability to communicate even complicated topics with clear, simple language and a dry and engaging wit.New hints cover range-shooting skills, the fastest-growing segment of the shooting world. For newbies and weekend shooters, the range offers a safe, affordable way to try out target practice and have fun with friends. The book also covers:Gun basics: Getting started, gun safety, choosing the right gun, and more.Handguns: Expanded handgun section covers range, target, and indoor shooting for the casual enthusiast and the serious shooter.Rifles: Whether for hunting or target practice, David Petzal has decades of experience and expertise, and shares it all with his trademark sense of humor.Shotguns: Phil Bourjaily is a year-round hunter as well as coaching clay and skeet shooting teams, so he knows his shotguns and how to impart tips and tricks.Gear up, shoot better, hunt smarter, stay safer with The Total Gun Manual. “If you’re looking for a new product for the hunter in your family, or someone who just has an appreciation for firearms, The Total Gun Manual is packed full of great tips and advice.” —BroBility
The Total Redneck Manual: 221 Ways to Live Large (Field & Stream)
by T. Edward Nickens Will BrantleyThis authoritative guide to the great American redneck lifestyle covers more than 200 tips on everything from hunting and fishing to guns, grub and fun. Forget all the jokes, stereotypes and caricatures. The Total Redneck Manual is a loving celebration of an all-American cultural icon, as well as a practical guide full of homespun advice on how to enjoy the great outdoors. From skinning squirrels and rabbits to skinny-dipping, knife-throwing, and teaching your kid to flyfish, this comprehensive guide covers all the bases. In true Field & Stream fashion, it's packed with tips on essential outdoor skills, from picking the right hunting dog and sighting in a rifle to fixing just about anything with duct tape and frying up catfish just like grandma used to make. You'll also learn to open a beer bottle with just about anything, spit on a campfire with deadly accuracy, and kit out the truck of your dreams—with spray paint.
The Total Skywatcher's Manual: Explore the Sky: 298 Tips, Tricks, & Skills
by Astronomical Society of the PacificStar charts, step-by-step projects, photos, and more: &“The Total Skywatcher&’s Manual is a fun book, but more importantly, it&’s a useful book.&” —Sky & Telescope With fully illustrated star charts, gorgeous astrophotography, and step-by-step project instruction, this is the only guide you need to navigate the night (and day) sky. Learn about the phases of the moon, how to conduct your own deep-sky observations, how the universe is expanding, our search for life on other planets, meteors vs. meteorites, sunspots and solar flares, best eclipse-viewing techniques—everything you need to know to appreciate the wonder of our universe. The Total Skywatcher&’s Manual will help stargazers, comet-spotters, and planet-seekers: Choose the best telescope Identify constellations and objects in the night sky Search for extraterrestrial phenomena Plan star parties Capture beautiful space imagery and much more For well over a century, the Astronomical Society of the Pacific has provided resources, tools, and information to astronomy enthusiasts, including amateur astronomers, families, and science educators. Now they draw on their wide-ranging expertise to guide you through the skies.
The Totally Sweet '90s: From Clear Cola to Furby, and Grunge to "Whatever," the Toys, Tastes, and Trends That Defined a Decade
by Gael Fashingbauer Cooper Brian BellmontIf you can tell the difference between the Petes in Pete & Pete, know every step to the Macarena by heart, and remember when The Real World was about more than just drunken hookups, The Totally Sweet ’90s will be a welcome trip down memory lane. With this hella cool guide, you’ll reminisce about that glorious decade when Beanie Babies seemed like a smart economic investment and Kris Kross had you wearing your pants backward. Whether you contracted dysentery on the Oregon Trail or longed to attend Janet Reno’s Dance Party, you’ll get a kick out of seeing which toys, treats, and trends stayed around, and which flopped. So throw your ponytail into a scrunchie, take a swig from your can of Surge, and join us on this ride through the unforgettable (and sometimes unforgivable) trends of the ’90s. .
The Town Below the Ground: Edinburgh's Legendary Undgerground City
by Jan-Andrew HendersonBelow Scotland's capital, hidden for almost two centuries, is a metropolis whose very existence was all but forgotten. For almost 250 years, Edinburgh was surrounded by a giant defensive wall. Unable to expand the city's boundaries, the burgeoning population built over every inch of square space. And when there was no more room, they began to dig down . . . Trapped in lives of poverty and crime, these subterranean dwellers existed in darkness and misery, ignored by the chroniclers of their time. It is only in the last few years that the shocking truth has begun to emerge about the sinister underground city.
The Trade Winds: A Study of British Overseas Trade During the French Wars 1793-1815
by C. Northcote ParkinsonFirst Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
The Trade in Lunacy: A Study of Private Madhouses in England in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries
by William Ll. Parry-JonesFirst published in 2006. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
The Trail Drivers of Texas: Interesting Sketches of Early Cowboys... (Texas Classics)
by J. Marvin Hunter&“For 60 years, [it] has been considered the most monumental single source on the old-time Texas trail drives north to Kansas and beyond.&” —The Dallas Morning News These are the chronicles of the trail drivers of Texas—those rugged men and, sometimes, women—who drove cattle and horses up the trails from Texas to northern markets in the late 1800s. Gleaned from members of the Old Time Trail Drivers&’ Association, these hundreds of real-life stories—some humorous, some chilling, some rambling, all interesting—form an invaluable cornerstone to the literature, history, and folklore of Texas and the West. First published in the 1920s and reissued by the University of Texas Press in 1985, this classic work is now available in an ebook edition that contains the full text, historical illustrations, and name index of the hardcover edition. &“The essential starting point for any study of Texas trail driving days. Walter Prescott Webb called it &‘Absolutely the best source there is on the cattle trail . . .&’&” —Basic Texas Books &“A book of recollections written by the trail drivers themselves. It has been declared that this volume will prove to be the storehouse of historians and novelists for generations.&” —J. Marvin Hunter&’s Frontier Times Magazine &“A collection of narrative sketches of early cowboys and their experiences in driving herds of cattle through the unfenced Texas prairies to northern markets. They are true narratives told by the cowpunchers who experienced the long rides.&” —Texas Proud
The Trainable Cat: A Practical Guide to Making Life Happier for You and Your Cat
by John Bradshaw Sarah EllisA New York Times Bestseller"I have to hand it to Bradshaw and Ellis: Once you suss out their basic cat-training philosophy, their methods totally work." -SlateWe often assume that cats can't be trained, and don't need to be. But in The Trainable Cat, bestselling anthrozoologist John Bradshaw and cat expert Sarah Ellis show that cats absolutely must be trained in order to enrich the bond between pet and owner. Full of training tips and exercises-from introducing your cat to a new baby to helping them deal with visits to the vet-The Trainable Cat is the essential cat bible for cat owners and lovers."I doubt you'll find a more well-informed or scientific book on cats that better shows you how feline thinking works."-Times (UK)
The Transformation of Egypt (Routledge Library Editions: Egypt)
by Mark N. CooperThe assassination of Sadat brings to an end another era in Egyptian history. This book examines the crucial issues in the transformation of Egypt in the period between the death of Nasser and the murder of Sadat. Focusing on the upheavals in the Egyptian political and economic structure over the last twenty years, the book explains the change in Egypt's international orientation through a careful examination of domestic factors. The switch from Nasser's state socialist-political economy to Sadat's more laissez-faire approach and the institutional and structural links between the two are analysed as the key to understanding the dynamic developments within Egypt. The book argues that the propagation of a new political economy was the primary basis of Sadat's ability to remain in power, while the weaknesses in that economy drove Sadat to seek external solutions and ultimately undermined his domestic support. His conduct of the 1973 war, his trip to Jerusalem, his enthusiasm for the United States and his whole perception of Middle Eastern affairs must be seen in terms of his domestic policies and internal troubles. First published 1982.
The Transhumanism Handbook
by Newton LeeModern humanity with some 5,000 years of recorded history has been experiencing growing pains, with no end in sight. It is high time for humanity to grow up and to transcend itself by embracing transhumanism. Transhumanism offers the most inclusive ideology for all ethnicities and races, the religious and the atheists, conservatives and liberals, the young and the old regardless of socioeconomic status, gender identity, or any other individual qualities. This book expounds on contemporary views and practical advice from more than 70 transhumanists. Astronaut Neil Armstrong said on the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969, “One small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.” Transhumanism is the next logical step in the evolution of humankind, and it is the existential solution to the long-term survival of the human race.
The Transition to College Writing
by Keith HjortshojIntroducing essential reading and writing strategies necessary for success in a variety of college courses, Transition to College Writing focuses on that shift from high school to college, offering practical strategies to shed ineffective habits and a more flexible understanding of how to respond to academic challenges.
The Transitive Vampire: A Handbook of Grammar for the Innocent, the Eager and the Doomed
by Karen Elizabeth GordonEverything you ever wanted to know about grammar using humorous examples.
The Translation of Culture: Essays to E E Evans-Pritchard (International Behavioural And Social Sciences Ser. #Vol. 2)
by T. O. BeidelmanTavistock Press was established as a co-operative venture between the Tavistock Institute and Routledge & Kegan Paul (RKP) in the 1950s to produce a series of major contributions across the social sciences. This volume is part of a 2001 reissue of a selection of those important works which have since gone out of print, or are difficult to locate. Published by Routledge, 112 volumes in total are being brought together under the name The International Behavioural and Social Sciences Library: Classics from the Tavistock Press. Reproduced here in facsimile, this volume was originally published in 1971 and is available individually. The collection is also available in a number of themed mini-sets of between 5 and 13 volumes, or as a complete collection.
The Transnational in English Literature: Shakespeare to the Modern
by Pramod K. NayarThe Transnational in English Literature examines English literary history through its transnational engagements and argues that every period of English Literature can be examined through its global relations. English identity and nationhood is therefore defined through its negotiation with other regions and cultures. The first book to look at the entirety of English literature through a transnational lens, Pramod Nayar: Maps the discourses that constitute the global in every age, from the Early Modern to the twentieth century Offers readings of representative texts in poetry, fiction, essay and drama, covering a variety of genres such as Early Modern tragedy, the adventure novel, the narrative poem, Gothic and utopian fiction Examines major authors including Shakespeare, Defoe, Behn, Swift, Coleridge, Wordsworth, Austen, Mary Shelley, the Brontës, Doyle, Ballantyne, Orwell, Conrad, Kipling, Forster Looks at themes such as travel and discovery, exoticism, mercantilism, commodities, the civilisational mission and the multiculturalization of England. Useful for students and academics alike this book offers a comprehensive survey of the English canon questioning and analysing the transnational and global engagements of English literature.