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Policy Making and Southern Distinctiveness (Routledge Research in Public Administration and Public Policy)
by John C. Morris Martin K. Mayer Robert C. Kenter R. Bruce AndersonPolicy Making and Southern Distinctiveness examines the uniqueness of southern politics and their policy choices.While decades of scholarship on the politics of the American South have focused on partisanship and electoral outcomes as the primary elements of interest in southern politics, few works have focused on the more practical outcomes of these political processes, specifically, comparing state policy choices of southern states to non-southern states. This book examines six different policy arenas: voting access, gun control, health care, reproductive rights, water, and COVID-19 pandemic response, comparing policy choices in states in the South with states in the non-South. The authors find that the South is distinct in several, but not all, of the policy arenas examined. They conclude that the South as a region is unique because of the exceptional degree of one-party control evident in the South, coupled with a long-standing preoccupation with partisanship and race-based politics.Policy Making and Southern Distinctiveness provides valuable insights into how and why states behave in the manner they do and where southern states may diverge from the rest of the country. It will be of interest to scholars of southern politics, state comparative policy, public policy, American politics, and federalism/intergovernmental relations.
Doctor Who: 50th Anniversary Edition (DOCTOR WHO #170)
by Jonathan MorrisThe Beautiful Death is the ultimate theme-park ride: a sightseeing tour of the afterlife. But something has gone wrong, and when the Fourth Doctor arrives in the aftermath of the disaster, he is congratulated for saving the population from destruction – something he hasn’t actually done yet. He has no choice but to travel back in time and discover how he became a hero.And then he finds out. He did it by sacrificing his life.An adventure featuring the Fourth Doctor as played by Tom Baker and his companions Romana and K-9
Doctor Who: The Monster Collection Edition (DOCTOR WHO #156)
by Jonathan Morris‘The past is like a foreign country. Nice to visit, but you really wouldn't want to live there.’ In 2003, Rebecca Whitaker died in a road accident. Her husband Mark is still grieving. He receives a battered envelope, posted eight years earlier, containing a set of instructions with a simple message: ‘You can save her.’ As Mark is given the chance to save Rebecca, it’s up to the Doctor, Amy and Rory to save the whole world. Because this time the Weeping Angels are using history itself as a weapon. An adventure featuring the Eleventh Doctor, as played by Matt Smith, and his companions Amy and Rory
Doctor Who: Plague City
by Jonathan Morris“We should leave. We definitely should leave. But... chatty ghosts!” The year is 1645, and Edinburgh is in the grip of the worst plague in its history. Nobody knows who will be the next to succumb – nobody except the Night Doctor, a masked figure that stalks the streets, seeking out those who will not live to see another day.But death is not the end. The Doctor, Bill and Nardole discover that the living are being haunted by the recently departed – by ghosts that do not know they are dead. And there are other creatures lurking in the shadows, slithering, creeping creatures filled with an insatiable hunger.The Doctor and his friends must face the terrifying secret of the Street of Sorrows – that something which has lain dormant for two hundred million years is due to destroy the entire city... An original novel featuring the Twelfth Doctor, Bill and Nardole as played by Peter Capaldi, Pearl Mackie and Matt Lucas.
Doctor Who: The Monster Vault
by Jonathan Morris Penny CS AndrewsYou're going to need a bigger sofa...Doctor Who's biggest and most comprehensive monster guide yet, The Monster Vault takes you on the ultimate tour of the Whoniverse, discovering and cataloguing every wonderful and terrifying creature the Doctor has ever encountered.From the notorious Daleks, to evil Stenza warrior Tzim-Sha and the ancient Thijarians, The Monster Vault features in-depth profiles on each monster, showing the Doctor's most dangerous enemies in their natural habitat and unveiling their secret histories. You will also discover how monsters were created and designed, behind-the-scenes secrets, unseen details from the original scripts, case studies and rare artwork.This lavish and visually stunning book provides an unrivalled wealth of information, allowing you to explore the rich history of Doctor Who and expand your knowledge and understanding of characters old and new.
Doctor Who: Whotopia
by Jonathan Morris Simon Guerrier Una McCormackWelcome to the Whoniverse. First stop: everywhere.Six decades may only be a handful of heartbeats to a Time Lord, but for Doctor Who it's the adventure of several lifetimes. Evolving over 60 years, the world's longest-running sci-fi TV show has gifted us a universe of menacing monsters and unforgettable heroes. You might even call it a 'Whotopia'.Now you can roam free through the Doctor's dimension as never before in this special commemorative book for Doctor Who's diamond anniversary. Join all the Doctors as each tells their own story. Learn about their legions of legendary allies - and hear from the monsters' own mouths about what makes them tick. Find danger on alien worlds and threats here on Earth in all eras. And explore the gadgets, robots, spaceships, computers and mind-blowing creations that crowd the never-ending corridors of Whotopia.Crammed with exciting new images and in full colour throughout, Whotopia: The Ultimate Guide to the Whoniverse is the essential celebration of 60 years of Doctor Who.
The Promise: Break Free from Limitation and Reclaim Your Inner Power
by Mandy MorrisJoin manifestation coach Mandy Morris on an enlightening, soulful adventure where she will teach how to tap into the light and embrace your inner power.&“Hello, beautiful soul. You are about to embark on a journey unlike one you&’ve ever experienced, a powerful crash course in accessing your light, which is the source of your authentic self . . .&” — from the IntroductionIn The Promise, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and best-selling author Mandy Morris explores the importance of connecting the trials and tribulations of our everyday lives to the beautiful story that we, the infinite beings of this Universe, are all entitled to live. Unbind yourself from the fears and doubts that drag you down to the darkest trenches of your life and learn how to handle adversity in a new, more assured and confident way, just as the Universe intended you to do.Reconnecting with the Universe and discovering your inner strength has never been simpler as Mandy shares the seven pathways of the Universe that are designed to bring us out of the darkness of human conditioning and into the light. There is a path to follow for any circumstance you may be going through. By understanding how to harness the powers of Expansion, Self-Knowledge, Empathy, Clarity, Transmutation, Co-creation, and Coherence, you will be prepared for whatever challenges you may face.No longer do you have to wade in the darkness. Run into the light and feel the love, feel connected, and feel the Universe flowing through you as you embark on the divine story that you were born to live. The Universe made you a promise; it&’s time to believe it.
Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure
by Maren Morris Karina ArgowAcclaimed singer-songwriter Maren Morris and former schoolteacher Karina Argow have together written their picture-book debut, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. This delightful story of one little ant’s journey for independence while realizing when to ask for help, is set against the backdrop of a vast and abundant garden inhabited by some very helpful insect friends.Addie Ant travels from one garden bed to another on her first solo adventure. As she forges her own path, she gets lost along the way and finds help from her trusted garden pals, Lewis Ladybug, Beatrix Butterfly, and Cleo Cricket, in finding her way back home. A celebration of friendship, this sweet book is a collaboration by renowned, musical artist Maren Morris and former schoolteacher and close friend Karina Argow. Artist Kelly Anne Dalton brings the delightfully written characters to life with colorful and charming illustrations. Join Addie Ant in a vast and magical garden adventure full of insect friends, growing vegetables, blooming flowers, and the inspiring abundance of nature.
Dead Island
by Mark MorrisWhat will you do? How far will you go? What will you become?Welcome to Banoi, a tropical island where you can leave the stresses of the world behind... Welcome to the Royal Palms Resort - which offers its guests from around the world the ultimate in luxury and relaxation... Welcome to the holiday paradise where your dreams should come true...but where a nightmare is about to begin....Because a mysterious epidemic has suddenly, and without warning, broken out across the island. The local islanders, hotel guests and workers alike are struck down - only to rise again, craving the flesh and the blood of the still living. For four of the holidaymakers and a handful of others scattered around Banoi who are seemingly unaffected by the plague, they must face the awful, terrifying reality of a zombie apocalypse. Now there is only one thing left to do: survive.Welcome to Dead Island... a paradise to die for.
Doctor Who: Forever Autumn (DOCTOR WHO #42)
by Mark MorrisIt is almost Halloween in the sleepy New England town of Blackwood Falls. Autumn leaves litter lawns and sidewalks, paper skeletons hang in windows, and carved pumpkins leer from stoops and front porches.The Doctor and Martha soon discover that something long-dormant has awoken in the town, and this will be no ordinary Halloween. What is the secret of the ancient chestnut tree and the mysterious book discovered tangled in its roots? What rises from the local churchyard in the dead of night, sealing up the lips of the only witness? And why are the harmless trappings of Halloween suddenly taking on a creepy new life of their own?As nightmarish creatures prowl the streets, the Doctor and Martha must battle to prevent both the townspeople and themselves from suffering a grisly fate...Featuring the Tenth Doctor and Martha as played by David Tennant and Freema Agyeman in the hit sci-fi series from BBC Television.
Doctor Who: Ghosts of India (DOCTOR WHO #54)
by Mark MorrisIndia in 1947 is a country in the grip of chaos - a country torn apart by internal strife. When the Doctor and Donna arrive in Calcutta, they are instantly swept up in violent events. Barely escaping with their lives, they discover that the city is rife with tales of 'half-made men', who roam the streets at night and steal people away. These creatures, it is said, are as white as salt and have only shadows where their eyes should be.With help from India's great spiritual leader, Mohandas 'Mahatma' Gandhi, the Doctor and Donna set out to investigate these rumours.What is the real truth behind the 'half-made men'? Why is Gandhi's role in history under threat? And has an ancient, all-powerful god of destruction really come back to wreak his vengeance upon the Earth?Featuring the Tenth Doctor and Donna as played by David Tennant and Catherine Tate in the hit Doctor Who series from BBC Television.
Doctor Who: Wild Blue Yonder (Target Collection)
by Mark MorrisA ship at the edge of space. A robot with a secret. A sinister presence.The Doctor and Donna are trapped on board a mysterious spacecraft. Fate of the crew: unknown. Fate of the universe if what’s on board gets out: terminal.Based on a script by Russell T Davies, the spectacular second adventure for Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary features David Tennant as the Fourteenth Doctor and Catherine Tate as Donna Noble.
Jackson Hole (Images of America)
by Mr. Scott MorrisThe broad valley of Jackson Hole and the ridges and slopes around what would become Jackson, Wyoming, had long been a crossroads to the region's Indigenous peoples when fur trappers arrived in the early decades of the 19th century and made Jackson Hole a lynchpin of their continental commerce. Many came and went, but some stayed, with a settlement taking form near the banks of Flat Creek at the base of East Gros Ventre Butte. Small-scale cattle ranching formed the first economic base of this frontier town, but before long, the valley's incomparable elk herds drew market hunters, game wardens, and hunting guides. Jackson became a ski town with turn-of-the-20th-century cross-country skiing, the 1920s and 1930s development of Mount Snow King, and the 1960s opening of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. These years saw the development of an authentic Western skiing culture and demonstrated Jackson's pivot from sleepy frontier town to major logistical hub for recreational visitors. Two beloved national parks just to the north added to the flow of visitors as postwar prosperity funded new road trips and mountain vacations.
The Everything Project Management Book: Tackle Any Project with Confidence and Get It Done on Time (The Everything Books)
by Rick A. MorrisEven for the most organized person, managing a project can be a challenge. The Everything Project Management Book, 2nd Edition is the perfect resource to help you complete any type of job successfully and on time. This book is packed with tips for every stage of project management, from setting goals to evaluating the final results, and provides ways to:Monitor progress and evaluate resultsShift gears while maintaining flexibilityCut costs without compromising qualityUse technology to your advantageImplement sound scheduling and budgeting techniquesThis completely revised and updated edition covers the most current information in the field. You'll learn about the Project Management Office (PMO), the latest project management software, and time-management techniques. The Everything Project Management Book, 2nd Edition is the only guide you need to master the tricky art of project management. With it, you'll meet deadlines and come in under budget every time!Rick A. Morris, PMP, is a consultant, mentor, and creator of a nonprofit foundation to promote project management in charities and other nonprofits. He has worked for organizations such as GE, Xerox, and CA and has consulted to numerous clients in a wide variety of industries including financial services, construction, nonprofit, hospitality, pharmaceutical, retail, and manufacturing. Morris is the chief operating officer for Highmark Technology and an active local chapter member of the Project Management Institute. He lives in Hoover, AL.
Grace, Period.: Living in the Amazing Reality of Jesus' Finished Work
by Robert MorrisBestselling author and megachurch pastor Robert Morris unpacks the full meaning and significance of the grace of God, revealing for Christians a freedom from shame, guilt, and striving that few believers have begun to grasp. In life, we often look for fulfillment in our performance. We try to earn our way to happiness by achieving goals and meeting obligations. We try everything we can to earn favor with God. But what we find instead is disappointment, fear, and weariness. In Grace, Period., Pastor Robert Morris shows that we don&’t need to live this way. What we truly want has already been given to us—we simply need to receive it! Looking in-depth at the life and teachings of Jesus, Pastor Morris reveals the beauty and perfection of God&’s amazing grace. He uncovers its sheer abundance, lavishness, and extravagance, and explains what happens in our day-to-day lives when we fully accept it. Exploring the blessings we have now—access to God&’s love, favor, and approval—Pastor Morris teaches us how to find rest, gratitude, fruitfulness, confidence, joy, and the list goes on. In other words, Grace, Period. is a clear and compelling roadmap for arriving at an end to striving and shame. It&’s a guide for finding and enjoying the abundant life God sent Jesus to purchase for us. A life given to us by grace—only grace.A Study Guide is also available for purchase.
From Fat to Fit
by Sally MorrisDo you want to improve your family's health and fitness for good?Hit TV show Fat Families has shrunk the waistlines of some of the nation's fattest families with its simple strategies and no-nonsense attitude. Now you can transform your family's health with this fat-busting plan.Combining the wisdom from the show's top diet and fitness experts with the real-life stories of the fat families turne thin, From Fat to Fit sets out a clear, easy and safe plan for the whole family to lose weight permanently.Includes:- Simple recipes and meal plans to revolutionise meal times- Easy lifestyle changes to get the whole family moving- Top tips and tricks from the show's families to stay on track - How to treat yourself at parties, on holiday and eating out - and still lose weight!Diet together and help each other turn from fat to fit!
Adverse Impact Analysis: Understanding Data, Statistics, and Risk
by Scott B. Morris Eric M. DunleavyCompliance with federal equal employment opportunity regulations, including civil rights laws and affirmative action requirements, requires collection and analysis of data on disparities in employment outcomes, often referred to as adverse impact. While most human resources (HR) practitioners are familiar with basic adverse impact analysis, the courts and regulatory agencies are increasingly relying on more sophisticated methods to assess disparities. Employment data are often complicated, and can include a broad array of employment actions (e.g., selection, pay, promotion, termination), as well as data that span multiple protected groups, settings, and points in time. In the era of "big data," the HR analyst often has access to larger and more complex data sets relevant to employment disparities. Consequently, an informed HR practitioner needs a richer understanding of the issues and methods for conducting disparity analyses.This book brings together the diverse literature on disparity analysis, spanning work from statistics, industrial/organizational psychology, human resource management, labor economics, and law, to provide a comprehensive and integrated summary of current best practices in the field. Throughout, the description of methods is grounded in the legal context and current trends in employment litigation and the practices of federal regulatory agencies. The book provides guidance on all phases of disparity analysis, including: How to structure diverse and complex employment data for disparity analysis How to conduct both basic and advanced statistical analyses on employment outcomes related to employee selection, promotion, compensation, termination, and other employment outcomes How to interpret results in terms of both practical and statistical significance Common practical challenges and pitfalls in disparity analysis and strategies to deal with these issues
Sobrevivendo à Névoa
by Stan Morris"Sobrevivendo à Névoa" conta a história de um grupo de adolescentes que participa de um acampamento nas Montanhas de Sierra Nevada. Quando os telefones celulares perdem o sinal e as cartas deixam de ser entregues, a diretora do acampamento juntamente com a maioria dos monitores, parte para uma ida rápida até a agência dos correios a fim de buscar as correspondências e descobrir por que os telefones celulares deixaram de funcionar. Ela e os monitores nunca mais são vistos. Gradualmente, os adolescentes percebem que terão de se virar sozinhos. Um dos garotos, Mike, compreende que algo aterrorizante aconteceu com o mundo e tenta convencer os demais de que precisam se preparar para sobreviver: obter comida e água, construir um abrigo onde possam viver durante o inverno e armas para poderem se defender. Nem sempre seus esforços são bem aceitos pelos outros campistas, mas quando sofrem um ataque, os adolescentes percebem que ele tem razão. Eles fazem de Mike o seu líder e, juntos, preparam-se para fazer o que for necessário para garantir a sobrevivência do grupo. A partir daí, a maior parte da história se concentra na construção de um abrigo e nos relacionamentos interpessoais entre os adolescentes e algumas pessoas de fora que vão encontrando ao longo do tempo..
Ordinary People, Extraordinary Actions: Refuge Through Activism at Ottawa’s St. Joe’s Parish (Politics and Public Policy)
by Stéfanie Morris Karina Juma Meredith Terretta Patti Tamara LenardWhat motivates “ordinary people” to support refugees emotionally and financially?This is a timely question considering the number of displaced people in today’s world is at an all-time high. To help counter this crisis, it is imperative for the Canadian government to determine which policies encourage volunteers to welcome asylum seekers, and which ones must be reviewed.Ordinary People, Extraordinary Actions relates the story of the St. Joseph’s Parish Refugee Outreach Committee over its thirty years in action, revealing how seemingly small decisions and actions have led to significant changes in policies and in people’s lives—and how they can do so again in the future.By helping readers—young and old, secular and faith-oriented—understand what drives individuals and communities to welcome refugees with open hearts and open arms, the authors hope to inspire people across Canada and beyond its borders to strengthen our collective willingness and ability to offer refuge as a lifesaving protection for those who need it.
The Dublin Railway Murder: The sensational true story of a Victorian murder mystery
by Thomas MorrisA thrilling and perplexing investigation of a true Victorian crime at Dublin railway station.Dublin, November 1856: George Little, the chief cashier of the Broadstone railway terminus, is found dead, lying in a pool of blood beneath his desk.He has been savagely beaten, his head almost severed; there is no sign of a murder weapon, and the office door is locked, apparently from the inside. Thousands of pounds in gold and silver are left untouched at the scene of the crime.Augustus Guy, Ireland's most experienced detective, teams up with Dublin's leading lawyer to investigate the murder. But the mystery defies all explanation, and two celebrated sleuths sent by Scotland Yard soon return to London, baffled.Five suspects are arrested then released, with every step of the salacious case followed by the press, clamouring for answers. But then a local woman comes forward, claiming to know the murderer...'The Dublin Railway Murder is a true-crime masterclass' Philip Gray, author of Two Storm Wood
A History of the Theatre Costume Business: Creators of Character
by Triffin I. Morris Gregory DL Morris Rachel E. PollockA History of the Theatre Costume Business is the first-ever comprehensive book on the subject, as related by award-winning actors and designers, and first hand by the drapers, tailors, and craftspeople who make the clothes that dazzle on stage.Readers will learn why stage clothes are made today, by whom, and how. They will also learn how today’s shops and ateliers arose from the shops and makers who founded the business. This never-before-told story shows that there is as much drama behind the scenes as there is in the performance: famous actors relate their intimate experiences in the fitting room, the glories of gorgeous costumes, and the mortification when things go wrong, while the costume makers explain how famous shows were created with toil, tears, and sweat, and sometimes even a little blood. This is history told by the people who were present at the creation – some of whom are no longer around to tell their own story. Based on original research and first-hand reporting, A History of the Theatre Costume Business is written for theatre professionals: actors, directors, producers, costume makers, and designers. It is also an excellent resource for all theatregoers who have marveled at the gorgeous dresses and fanciful costumes that create the magic on stage, as well as for the next generation of drapers and designers.
News from Nowhere and Other Writings
by William MorrisPoet, pattern-designer, environmentalist and maker of fine books, William Morris (1834-96) was also a committed socialist and visionary writer, obsessively concerned with the struggle to achieve a perfect society on earth. News From Nowhere, one of the most significant English works on the theme of utopia, is the tale of William Guest, a Victorian who wakes one morning to find himself in the year 2102 and discovers a society that has changed beyond recognition into a pastoral paradise, in which all people live in blissful equality and contentment. A socialist masterpiece, News From Nowhere is a vision of a future free from capitalism, isolation and industrialisation. This volume also contains a wide selection of Morris's writings, lectures, journalism and letters, which expand upon the key themes of News From Nowhere.
The High Fat Diet: How to lose 10 lb in 14 days
by Zana Morris Helen FosterThis groundbreaking new book rewrites the rules of effective weight loss to reveal the real secret to rapid and sustained weight loss: quite simply, to burn fat, you need to eat fat.Over the last 12 years leading trainer Zana Morris has helped thousands of clients get the results they want with her unique diet and exercise plan. Now in this book she makes it available to everyone for the very first time. Backed by the latest science showing that the right fats are healthy and aid weight loss not weight gain, The High Fat Diet presents a unique nutrition plan and a targeted 12-minute, high intensity workout, which together will enable you to get the results you want - and fast! www.highfatdiet.co.uk- 14-day diet plan filled with delicious, healthy fats. You'll never feel hungry and will fuel your body with the nutrients it needs to burn fat and shed weight. Includes easy-to-prepare recipes and indulgent meal suggestions.- Unique 12-minute, high intensity exercise programme you can do in the gym or at home. Includes stylish photographs, tips on technique and answers to common questions.- 14-day maintenance plan after completing the initial 14 days to keep you on track.- Advice on motivation, visualisation and goal-setting so your mind and body work together.Simple and highly effective, The High Fat Diet will ensure you burn fat, not muscle, as you get rid of your unwanted pounds. It is the only book you need to get the body you want.
Operation Moonlight: A compelling and emotionally moving historical fiction novel
by Louise MorrishPassion, war and deadly secrets . . .'A charming novel full of fascinating detail about the Second World War, AND a heart-warming love story. I loved every word of it!' Katie Fforde'Wonderfully moving. A book to curl up with' Fern Britton'I absolutely loved this heart-warming story' Susan Lewis'Enthralling from beginning to end' Alan Titchmarsh'Well researched and extremely moving. I really enjoyed it' Jill Mansell____________WARTIME FRANCE, 1944Trust absolutely no one.This is the only advice newly recruited SOE agent Elisabeth Shepherd is given when faced with the impossible.Her mission: to enter Nazi-occupied France and monitor the Germans' deadly long-range missiles.GUILDFORD, 2018Betty is celebrating her 100th birthday when she receives an invite from the Century Society to reminisce on the past.She remains mysteriously tight-lipped about her past, however.And then her carer, Tali, discovers a box full of maps, letters and a gun . . .____________Readers love Operation Moonlight . . .***** 'Beautifully written and researched, this was a truly compelling read, emotionally moving and with the perfect amount of jeopardy to keep me glued to the pages!'***** 'Goes beyond just another historical fiction tale of a woman in WWII to a real page-turning literary account which was a pleasure to read.'***** 'This is a wonderful book, very gripping with a slight hint of romance.'***** 'It was very well written, totally absorbing, and with a very authentic feel.'***** 'It's one that will be staying on my shelf.'