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Atit O Oitijhya (Past and Heritage) class 6 - West Bengal Board: অতীত ও ঐতিহ্য ষষ্ঠ শ্রেণি
by West Bengal Board of Secondary Educationঅতীত ও ঐতিহ্য ষষ্ঠ শ্রেণির ইতিহাসের পাঠ্যপুস্তক, যা পশ্চিমবঙ্গ মধ্যশিক্ষা পর্ষদের অধীনে প্রকাশিত। এটি জাতীয় পাঠক্রমের রূপরেখা ২০০৫ এবং শিক্ষার অধিকার আইন ২০০৯-এর ভিত্তিতে তৈরি করা হয়েছে, যাতে শিক্ষার্থীরা ইতিহাসকে সহজ ও আকর্ষণীয়ভাবে শিখতে পারে। বইটি গল্পের আকারে রচিত, যেখানে চিত্র, মানচিত্র এবং কৌতূহলোদ্দীপক অনুশীলন সংযোজিত হয়েছে। এটি ভারতের প্রাচীন সভ্যতা, মানবসমাজের বিকাশ ও সাংস্কৃতিক বিবর্তনকে তুলে ধরে। পাঠ্যক্রমটি শিক্ষার্থীদের অনুসন্ধানমূলক শিক্ষা পদ্ধতিতে উৎসাহিত করে এবং কবে, কেন, কীভাবে, কোথায় এই প্রশ্নগুলোর মাধ্যমে ইতিহাসের ঘটনা বিশ্লেষণ করতে শেখায়। বইটিতে প্রত্নতাত্ত্বিক নিদর্শন ও সাহিত্যিক উৎসের মাধ্যমে ভারতের অতীতের পুনর্গঠন করা হয়েছে।
Perspectives on Design and Digital Communication V: Research, Innovations and Best Practices (Springer Series in Design and Innovation #50)
by Nuno Martins Daniel Brandão Emilia DuarteThis book gathers new empirical findings fostering advances in the areas of digital and communication design, web, multimedia and motion design, graphic design, branding, and related ones. It includes original contributions by authoritative authors based on the best papers presented at the 7th International Conference on Digital Design and Communication, Digicom 2023, together with some invited chapters written by leading international researchers. They report on innovative design strategies supporting communication in a global, digital world, and addressing, at the same time, key individual and societal needs. This book is intended to offer a timely snapshot of technologies, trends and challenges in the area of design, communication and branding, and a bridge connecting researchers and professionals of different disciplines, such as graphic design, digital communication, corporate, UI Design and UX design.
Gender Justice And Feminist Jurisprudence
by Dr Ishita ChatterjeeThis book is a need of a book on Gender Justice and Feminist Jurisprudence to deal with the subject on women rights. This book is a humble attempt to comply that need. The basic objective of this book is to provide the student, teachers and researchers topics on women related issues, their rights and obligations.
The Ramadan Family Cookbook: 80 recipes for enjoying with loved ones – the perfect gift for Ramadan and Eid
by Anisa KaroliaThis collection of 80 delicious recipes has you and your family covered for Ramadan. With dishes that everyone will enjoy, it includes chapters focused on making cooking easy, quick and even healthy.Whether you're looking to cook ahead and make a batch recipe that will see you through the week, or rustle up something nutritious after sunset, there's something for everyone in this beautifully photographed cookbook.Example chapters and recipes include:One Pot Wonders (Masala Prawns & Rice, Easy Dahl with Chapati)Make It Healthier (Grilled Chipotle Chicken Skewers, Lemon & Herb Cod Parcels)Crowd-Pleasing Bites (Lamb Samosas, Veggie Paneer Spring Rolls)Bake It Easy (Rose & Pistachio Shortbread, Orange & Almond Loaf)Drinks (Mango Lassi, Coconut and Chocolate Milkshake)
Why Your Parents Are Hung-Up on Your Phone and What To Do About It
by Dean Burnett'Dean Burnett is the first old person who understands phones' Eleven-year-old Dermot, quoted in The Times'A wonderfully useful book, told with Dean Burnett's trademark wit and wisdom' - Adam Kay on Why Your Parents Are Driving You up the Wall“Can you get off your phone/ PS5/ Xbox!? NOW!” - Your parents (probably)I bet that you and your parents argue about phones.Maybe you want one, but your parents don’t agree? Or maybe you do have a phone, but your parents think you use it too much. Or even make you leave it downstairs at night when you want to scroll before sleep.Either way, the result is: arguments. Between you and your parents. About phones.Meet brain scientist and bestselling author Dean Burnett. He’ll show you why your parents are sometimes wrong about phones (and why, annoyingly, they can be a bit right), how you can both understand them a bit better and how you can stop arguing about them. You’ll learn about:Why turning off TikTok can be so hardHow video games can change your brain for the betterHow Snapchat can make us sad (and lots of other complicated feelings)Because screens can be a good thing. And a bad thing. But they’re definitely not worth getting hung up about.
Make Some Noise: The mind-blowing guide to all things music by the world’s funniest band
by The Horne Section*The funniest band in the world, The Horne Section (fronted by Taskmaster's Alex Horne), tell you everything you need to know to be a music genius - with bizarre tales, absurd history and unbelievable facts.*'An explosion of silliness . . the whole family will get something from it' Guardian on The Horne Section TV showWith FUNNY tales, ABSURD history and UNBELIEVABLE facts, this mind-blowing guide to music can help anyone become a sound-making sensation.In this book, you'll find answers to those all-important questions, such as:- Why is cabbage the key to musical genius?- Which is the fartiest of all the instruments?- Which song has the FUNNIEST lyrics of all time?Band leader Alex Horne has also added some special tasks throughout the book, so readers will be making their own music in no time at all - without even leaving the house!
A Dark Inheritance
by H. F. Askwith'A powerful, heart-racing story of family, fate, and writing your own destiny. Intricately plotted and luminously written - I loved it.' Laura Steven, author of The Society for Soulless GirlsOnce I had four brothers. Three of them are dead. I am next.Felix Ashe is sure of only one thing. In thirty days, on his eighteenth birthday, he will die. He might be the only one convinced of this, but the gruesome deaths of his three brothers before him seem to point to only one thing: a curse, one doomed to stop anyone inheriting his family's incredible fortune.Felix doesn't care about money, or himself, particularly. It's hard to have a stake in the future when you know you haven't got one. But he does care about his little brother Nick, very much. And when an opportunity to break the curse appears to present itself, it's impossible not to heed its dark call.Soon long-buried secrets will take Felix to the darkest underbelly of Jazz-Age New York, to the far-flung wilds of the Yorkshire moors and back again. And bound to everything is a deadly secret society who will either be Felix's downfall . . . or his one chance at redemption.The Great Gatsby meets The Inheritance Games in this gloriously twisty thriller, perfect for fans of #DarkAcademia and Leigh Bardugo's Ninth House
Arkspire: An epic illustrated adventure from the bestselling author of Frostheart (Arkspire)
by Jamie Littler'A triumph . . . The magic is mesmerising, the humour masterful and the adventure magnificent.' - A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief'Full of fabulous characters, fantastic humour and breakneck thrills.' - Jonathan Stroud, bestselling author of Lockwood & Co.Glorious, powerful, magic; a city of twists, turns and tricksters; extraordinary secrets which only one girl can uncover . . . welcome to the world of Arkspire.Arkspire is a city obsessed by magic. The five Arcanists - a group of all-powerful magicians - have protected the great city for as long as anyone can remember. Within the hustle and bustle of these cobbled streets lives Juniper Bell, a thief who'd do anything for her family - even her unbelievably annoying sister, Elodie.Then one night, something incredible happens. A mysterious stolen relic (nothing to do with Juni, ahem...) explodes, revealing a mysterious creature, Cinder - who appears to 'bond' with Juni. The only creatures like that are allegedly dangerous enemies of the Arcanists . . . and it's not long before they turn their attention to Juni.Soon Juni, Cinder and everyone she loves are pulled into an extraordinary world of magic, power and prestige - but also grave danger. It seems the world Juni thought she knew is nothing but a lie - and now only Juniper and Cinder can bring it down.A thrilling adventure and astonishingly illustrated new fantasy series, from the bestselling author of Frostheart.Praise for the Frostheart series:'Wild, funny, lavishly illustrated and filled with excitement' - The Guardian'A rip-roaring action adventure, full of humour, heart and unforgettable characters' - The Bookseller 'Littler is an expert at pushing reluctant readers from one chapter to the next' - The Times
Squillions of Amazing Facts to Knock Your Socks Off!: Interesting facts about history, science, sport, and everything in between!
by Dan BlaskowitzWhat do you buy the person who has everything? Squillions of Amazing Facts to Knock Your Socks Off!The perfect gift to captivate curious minds, Squillions of Amazing Facts to Knock Your Socks Off! is guaranteed to surprise and delight readers of all ages with truly mind-blowing trivia.This fun-filled fact book is brimming with mind-blowing general knowledge and quirky facts that will keep readers entertained long after the big day is over. Discover answers to questions you never even thought to ask, like:· Why were there so many poodles at the 1900 Olympics?· What did Romans use to wipe their bottoms?· How much saliva does the average person produce in a lifetime?… and so much more!Plus, it’s jam-packed with amazing facts suitable for kids and adults alike! Whether you need a surprising stocking stuffer, a brilliant birthday gift, or you just feel like treating the eternally curious person in your life, this book is bound to be a hit.
Fitwaffle's No-Bake Baking: The Sunday Times Bestseller
by Eloise HeadAs seen on Blue Peter and This MorningStar baker Fitwaffle brings you 100 delicious recipes that don’t use an oven.Who doesn’t love a no-bake? From cheesecakes, ice cream and truffles to desserts made on the hob, in a microwave and air fryer, not one of these recipes needs you to turn on your oven.You’ll find brand-new recipes using popular flavours, as well as highly-requested fan favourites, lots with fewer than 5 ingredients and one-tin options to save on washing up. There are even no-bake brownies, cookies and cakes, plus 10 savoury recipes – so you’ll find something for everyone.Includes:Triple Chocolate Mousse CakeVery Berry Cream PieSpeculoos Millionaire’s BarsWhite Chocolate and Raspberry CheesecakeCookie Cups for TwoWhite Chocolate Cheesecake TrufflesPeanut Caramel Fudge…and so much more!Number One Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024
Jessie and the Star Rider (The Starlight Stables Gang)
by Esme Higgs Jo CotterillFans of Clare Balding and Jacqueline Wilson will love this fun and heartwarming new adventure series for animal-mad 8-12 year olds from superstar equestrian influencer Esme Higgs!After solving the mystery of the stolen pony, the Starlight Stables Gang are ready to have a relaxing summer and enjoy the Haversham Horse Trials, but things aren't as sunny as they seem. Can the Starlight Stables Gang band together and work as a team once again, or will it prove too much for one of the friends?Read the second adventure in the Starlight Stables Gang series - a brand new story told from the viewpoint of Jessie!
Code Name Foxtrot: Discover the unforgettable new adventure for 9-12 year olds
by Anton Du BekeAn unmissable, heartwarming adventure full of mystery, friendship, courage and dance – from Sunday Times bestselling author and ballroom star, Anton Du Beke! With gorgeous illustrations by Elisa Paganelli, Code Name Foxtrot is perfect for fans of Ben Miller, Emma Carroll and Michael Morpurgo. A MYSTERY TO SOLVE. A SPY TO CATCH. A SHOW TO SAVE. Maybe by Christmas, the war will be over and we’ll be back with Mum and Dad . . .London, 1940: the world is at war and 10-year-old twins Harry and Rosie are evacuated to live with their mysterious great uncle on the stormy Lancashire coast. Missing home, they throw themselves into the local dance show – determined to do their bit and maybe even dance at the famous Blackpool Winter Gardens. But when Harry sees strange lights out on the rocks one night, he and Rosie realize their new home is hiding some huge secrets. Racing to uncover the truth, the twins learn that bravery comes in many forms and even in the worst of times, the show must go on . . .‘An exciting adventure with all the speed and style of Anton’s dancing’ Jacqueline Wilson
The Stickleback Catchers
by Lisette Auton'A magic realist fight to save a beloved grandmother from dementia . . . dialect, disability, neurodivergence and gender-nonconformity were all woven incidentally into this open-hearted book - Guardian Best Children's Books of 2023Mimi adores her wild, fun, full-of-life gran. Then Gran starts forgetting things. Suddenly there are cracks appearing all around their home - and a mysterious black crow - both of which only Mimi seems able to see.Mimi is determined to solve the mystery. Luckily she has new friends to help: Titch and Nusrat. Together, they're the Stickleback Catchers: solvers of puzzles and seekers of adventure.Down by the river, where the gang meet and the silvery sticklebacks swim, they discover a mysterious stone, speckled with stars. But this is no ordinary stone: it's the doorway to another world, a world of talking crows and secrets, magical constellations and memories - and maybe, just maybe, Mimi's chance to bring back Gran forever...
Lights Up: Discover the magical story for 9-12 year olds
by Lisette AutonDiscover this theatrical, magical adventure about putting the ghosts of the past to rest, from the disability activist and award-winning author of The Secret of Haven Point. Perfect for fans of Elle McNicoll and Sophie Anderson.Just like her favourite person in the whole world – her grandad – Hettie’s favourite place in the whole world – the Arts Centre – has gone. And Hettie can’t quite work out how she’s supposed to feel anything like how she did before.Many years before, Jack is feeling lonely too. But his life changes when he’s taken in by a theatre troupe and learns the secrets of the mysterious people behind the acts.And many years before that, Araine is also struggling, with a life that doesn’t look anything like she thought it would. A meagre existence where it seems like rich people, with their evenings out at the theatre, don’t have a thing to worry about.When you’re feeling alone it can be hard to see the light.But even though they live YEARS apart, Hettie, Jack and Araine are connected in ways they never imagined.A magical story full of ghosts, theatre, friendship and family - and featuring disabled heroes.
The Starlight Stables Gang (The Starlight Stables Gang)
by Esme Higgs Jo CotterillFans of Clare Balding and Jacqueline Wilson will love this fun and heartwarming new adventure series for animal-mad 8-12 year olds from superstar equestrian influencer Esme Higgs!Summer has always loved horses but she never thought she'd be able to learn how to ride them - not with money being so tight at home. Then she discovers the Starlight Stables where she meets a new gang of friends and learns how to ride in return for helping-out with the horses. It's a dream come true!Summer falls in love with life at the stables and especially with Luna, a beautiful dapple-grey pony. But one day, Summer arrives at the stables to find that Luna has been stolen in the night. It's up to the Starlight Stables Gang to follow the clues and rescue Luna before it's too late!Full of fun, friendship and and mystery, this is the first book in the brand-new Starlight Stables Gang series. Beautifully illustrated by Hannah George.
Ellie and the Pony Camp Mystery (The Starlight Stables Gang)
by Esme Higgs Jo CotterillFans of Clare Balding and Jacqueline Wilson will love this fun and heartwarming new adventure series for animal-mad 8-12 year olds from superstar equestrian influencer Esme Higgs!The Starlight Stables Summer Show is over, and Ellie will be starting at a new school very soon. Even though her best friends Summer and Jessie will be there too, Ellie still can't help but worry a little - will she be able to make friends in her own year? Will she be able to fit in?But excitement is on the horizon - news of a half-term pony camp reach the gang, and they're all keen to attend! Along with new faces, horses and activities, there's a mystery to be solved. Will super-sleuth Ellie and the rest of the gang be able to get to the bottom of it before the end of camp?Full of fun, friendship and mystery, this is the much-anticipated third book in the Starlight Stables Gang series. Beautifully illustrated by Hannah George.
Boring Things Dad Says: The ultimate funny gift book for men, full of classic dad jokes and phrases (and what they actually mean)
by Rupert BaxterEver wondered what on earth your dad is saying? You’re not alone.Boring Things Dad Says is the ultimate dad de-coder capturing the mystery, quirks and humour of fatherhood. It’s also the best dad de-coder you’ll ever buy, helping you quickly translate boring things they say into simple, everyday language. For example…What Dad Says: “Have you done your homework?”What Dad Means: “Please don't ask me how to do long division.”Packed with classic dad phrases, eye-roll-worthy dad jokes, and spot-on observations, this laugh-out-loud guide is the perfect funny gift for dads of all shapes and sizes. You’ll find chapters on essential subjects such as:· The golf trip· Meeting the boyfriend/girlfriend· The shed· Grandchildren· ChristmasWhether you're looking for a funny stocking filler for 'hard to buy for' men or a gag gift for a new dad, Boring Things Dad Says is the perfect present for birthdays, Christmas and Father’s Day.
OPSO: A Modern Greek Cookbook
by Nikos Roussos Andreas LabridisInspired by Nikos and Andreas' Greek culinary heritage and their love of fresh ingredients, OPSO restaurant opened in the heart of Marylebone in 2014 with a mission to elevate modern Greek food and introduce Londoners to fine Greek dining.With over 80 recipes, including all of OPSO's signature Greek dishes, seasonal specials and Greek kitchen favourites from their OPSO at Home menu, there are delicious Modern Greek recipes for every meal and occasion.Opening with the Greek Larder, celebrating small plates and Greece's famous sharing food culture and generous hospitality, there are chapters on Salads, Vegetable dishes, Meat Feasts, Seafood (raw, cured and to share), Barbecues including Souvlakia, Brunches, Breads, Pastries, Deserts and Sweet Treats. Including simple but delicious recipes for Spanakopita with lemon yoghurt dip, to Baby beetroot salad with Skordalia and blackberries to elevated restaurant favourites Lamb shank with mushrooms trahanas, their signature marinated and slow roasted Octopus stifado and a unique and delicious Greek take on Coffee tiramisu profiteroles!With stunning photography from the restaurant, showcasing the finest fresh ingredients and beautifully modern food styling, this will be a well used and loved addition to all cooks' bookshelves.
Arkspire 2: An epic illustrated adventure from the bestselling author of Frostheart (Arkspire)
by Jamie Littler'A triumph . . . The magic is mesmerising, the humour masterful and the adventure magnificent.' - A. F. Steadman, bestselling author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief'Full of fabulous characters, fantastic humour and breakneck thrills.' - Jonathan Stroud, bestselling author of Lockwood & Co.The second thrilling Arkspire adventure from the bestselling author of Frostheart. Glorious, powerful, magic; a city of twists, turns and tricksters; extraordinary secrets which only one girl can uncover . . . welcome to the world of Arkspire. In the magical city of Arkspire, Juniper Bell’s Order of Misfits have one mission – to take down the five powerful (not to mention evil) Arcanists who control everything. Juni’s already survived one deadly Arcanist trial, and with mysterious shadow creature Cinder at her side, the rest will be easy. You just have to think positively about these things.But the Arcanists might have more tricks up their sleeve than Juni had anticipated. And Cinder’s power is growing, along with his insatiable thirst for revenge. Has Juni bitten off more than she can chew this time?A thrilling adventure and astonishingly illustrated new fantasy series, from the bestselling author of Frostheart.Praise for the Frostheart series:'Wild, funny, lavishly illustrated and filled with excitement' - The Guardian'A rip-roaring action adventure, full of humour, heart and unforgettable characters' - The Bookseller 'Littler is an expert at pushing reluctant readers from one chapter to the next' - The Times
The Confidante: The Untold Story of the Woman Who Helped Win WWII and Shape Modern America
by Christopher C. GorhamPerfect for readers of A Woman of No Importance, Three Ordinary Girls, and Eleanor: A Life comes the first-ever biography of Anna Marie Rosenberg, the Hungarian Jewish immigrant who became FDR&’s closest advisor during World War II and, according to Life, &“the most important official woman in the world&”—a woman of many firsts, whose story, forgotten for too long, is extraordinary, inspiring, and uniquely American. Her life ran parallel to the front lines of history yet her influence on 20th century America, from the New Deal to the Cold War and beyond, has never before been told.A Goodreads Choice Awards Nominee "What The Confidante provides, with cinematic color and encyclopedic clarity, is a resurrection.&” —THE WALL STREET JOURNAL As Franklin Delano Roosevelt&’s special envoy to Europe in World War II she went where the president couldn&’t go. She was among the first Allied women to enter a liberated concentration camp, and stood in the Eagle&’s Nest, Hitler&’s mountain retreat, days after its capture. She guided the direction of the G.I. Bill of Rights and the Manhattan Project. Though Anna Rosenberg emerged from modest immigrant beginnings, equipped with only a high school education, she was the real power behind national policies critical to America winning the war and prospering afterward. Astonishingly, her story remains largely forgotten. With a disarming mix of charm and Tammany-hewn toughness, Rosenberg began her career in public relations in 1920s Manhattan. She became friends with Eleanor Roosevelt, who recommended Anna to her husband, who was then running for Governor of New York. As FDR&’s unofficial adviser, Rosenberg soon wielded enormous influence—no less potent for being subtle. Roosevelt dubbed her &“my Mrs. Fix-It.&” Her extraordinary career continued after his death. By 1950, she was tapped to become the assistant secretary of defense—the highest position ever held by a woman in the US military—prompting Senator Joe McCarthy to wage an unsuccessful smear campaign against her. In 1962, she organized John F. Kennedy&’s infamous birthday gala, sitting beside him while Marilyn Monroe sang. Until the end of her life, Rosenberg fought tirelessly for causes from racial integration to women&’s equality to national health care. More than the story of one remarkable woman, The Confidante explores who gets to be at the forefront of history, and why. Though she was not quite a hidden figure, Rosenberg&’s position as &“the power behind,&” combined with her status as an immigrant and a Jewish woman, served to diminish her importance. In this inspiring, impeccably researched, and revelatory book, Christopher C. Gorham at last affords Anna Rosenberg the recognition she so richly deserves.&“Far and away the most important woman in the American government, and perhaps the most important official female in the world.&” —LIFE magazine, 1952
Kubernetes – An Enterprise Guide: Master containerized application deployments, integrate enterprise systems, and achieve scalability
by Marc Boorshtein Scott SurovichElevate your Kubernetes expertise with seamless Istio integration, cutting-edge security insights, advanced CI/CD strategies, robust Prometheus and Grafana monitoring, all while excelling in multitenancy, secrets management, and global load balancing for exceptional proficiency.Key FeaturesFocuses on what you need to run Kubernetes in an Enterprise environment, based on real-world experienceLearn how to secure clusters by adding runtime security and enhancing secrets management using direct pod mounting and Vault integrationGet a firm command of Kubernetes from a dual perspective of an admin as well as a developerBook DescriptionStay at the forefront of cloud-native technologies with the eagerly awaited 'Kubernetes – An Enterprise Guide, Third Edition.' Delve deep into Kubernetes and emerge with the latest insights to conquer today's dynamic enterprise challenges. This meticulously crafted edition equips you with the latest insights to skillfully navigate the twists and turns of ever-evolving cloud technology. Experience a more profound exploration of advanced Kubernetes deployments, revolutionary techniques, and expert strategies that redefine your cloud-native skillset. Discover cutting-edge topics reshaping the technological frontier like virtual clusters, container security, and secrets management. Gain an edge by mastering these critical aspects of Kubernetes and propelling your enterprise to new heights. Expertly harness Kubernetes' power for business-critical applications with insider techniques. Smoothly transition to microservices with Istio, excel at modern deployments with GitOps/CI/CD and bolster security with OPA/Gatekeeper and KubeArmor. Integrate Kubernetes with leading tools for maximum impact in a competitive landscape. Stay ahead of the technology curve with cutting-edge strategies for innovation and growth. Redefine cloud-native excellence with this definitive guide to leveraging Kubernetes. Pre-order now for a transformative journey.What you will learnLearn to manage secrets with Vault and External Secret OperatorCreate multitenant clusters with vCluster for isolated environmentsMonitor clusters with Prometheus and visualize metrics using GrafanaAggregate and analyze logs centrally with OpenSearch for insightsBuild a developer platform integrating GitLab and ArgoCD for CI/CDDeploy apps in Istio service mesh and secure with OPA and GateKeeperSecure your container runtime and halt hackers in their tracks with KubeArmorSet up KinD clusters and optimize access with Ingress and MetalLBWho this book is forTech enthusiasts, DevOps aficionados, and those keen on mastering containerization will revel in the insights offered by this book. Designed for DevOps engineers, developers, and system administrators seeking to amplify their IT journey, this guide is your gateway to next-level Kubernetes expertise. While some familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes is advantageous, fear not if you're new to these concepts. A Kubernetes bootcamp is thoughtfully included, ensuring a seamless learning experience for beginners and those in need of a refresher.
LatinoLand: A Portrait of America's Largest and Least Understood Minority
by Marie Arana&“A perfect representation of Latino diversity&” (The Washington Post), LatinoLand draws from hundreds of interviews and prodigious research to give us both a vibrant portrait and the little-known history of our largest and fastest-growing minority, in &“a work of prophecy, sympathy, and courage&” (Junot Díaz, Pulitzer Prize–winning author).LatinoLand is an exceptional, all-encompassing overview of Hispanic America based on personal interviews, deep research, and Marie Arana&’s life experience as a Latina. At present, Latinos comprise twenty percent of the US population, a number that is growing. By 2050, census reports project that one in every three Americans will claim Latino heritage. But Latinos are not a monolith. They do not represent a single group. The largest groups are Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Dominicans, Salvadorans, and Cubans. Each has a different cultural and political background. Puerto Ricans, for example, are US citizens, whereas some Mexican Americans never immigrated because the US-Mexico border shifted after the US invasion of 1848, incorporating what is now the entire southwest of the United States. Cubans came in two great waves: those escaping communism in the early years of Castro, many of whom were professionals and wealthy, and those permitted to leave in the Mariel boat lift twenty years later, representing some of the poorest Cubans, including prisoners. As LatinoLand shows, Latinos were some of the earliest immigrants to what is now the US—some of them arriving in the 1500s. They are racially diverse—a random infusion of white, Black, indigenous, and Asian. Once overwhelmingly Catholic, they are becoming increasingly Protestant and Evangelical. They range from domestic workers and day laborers to successful artists, corporate CEOs, and US senators. Formerly solidly Democratic, they now vote Republican in growing numbers. They are as culturally varied as any immigrants from Europe or Asia. Marie Arana draws on her own experience as the daughter of an American mother and Peruvian father who came to the US at age nine, straddling two worlds, as many Latinos do. &“Thorough, accessible, and necessary&” (Ms. magazine), LatinoLand unabashedly celebrates Latino resilience and character and shows us why we must understand the fastest-growing minority in America.
Fixing Education Initiatives in Crisis: 24 Go-to Strategies
by James MarshallProven practices to rescue struggling education initiatives... or prevent a crisis before it starts. Insufficient planning, unclear outcomes, missing data--for leaders overseeing education initiatives, it can often seem like there′s a crisis around every corner. Drawing on decades of experience in assessment, evaluation, and data-driven decision-making, author and Professor of Educational Leadership James Marshall offers a combination of evidence-based practices and real-life experiences that provide practical solutions to the diverse challenges school leaders encounter as they implement new initiatives. Exploring oft-encountered challenges such as poor outcomes, waning interest or support from leadership, public relations issues, scaling and sustainability roadblocks, and other implementation-related obstacles--the book identifies six types of crises confronted by education leaders and offers valuable insights and solutions for each. Features include: Guidance to recognize the six types of education initiative crises and strategies for resolution tailored to each type 24 unique tools to positively impact challenges, such as the "Triage Tool" to prioritize crisis intervention and the "Don’t Swamp the Boat" tool to explore the complement of initiatives in your school Two case studies and real world examples illustrating the application of selected tools across a range of crisis types Whether you’re an education leader dealing with a program or initiative in crisis or proactively looking to prevent a crisis, Fixing Education Initiatives in Crisis provides practical solutions to navigate troubled initiatives and guidance for the design and implementation of healthy initiatives that yield predictable results.
Fixing Education Initiatives in Crisis: 24 Go-to Strategies
by James MarshallProven practices to rescue struggling education initiatives... or prevent a crisis before it starts. Insufficient planning, unclear outcomes, missing data--for leaders overseeing education initiatives, it can often seem like there′s a crisis around every corner. Drawing on decades of experience in assessment, evaluation, and data-driven decision-making, author and Professor of Educational Leadership James Marshall offers a combination of evidence-based practices and real-life experiences that provide practical solutions to the diverse challenges school leaders encounter as they implement new initiatives. Exploring oft-encountered challenges such as poor outcomes, waning interest or support from leadership, public relations issues, scaling and sustainability roadblocks, and other implementation-related obstacles--the book identifies six types of crises confronted by education leaders and offers valuable insights and solutions for each. Features include: Guidance to recognize the six types of education initiative crises and strategies for resolution tailored to each type 24 unique tools to positively impact challenges, such as the "Triage Tool" to prioritize crisis intervention and the "Don’t Swamp the Boat" tool to explore the complement of initiatives in your school Two case studies and real world examples illustrating the application of selected tools across a range of crisis types Whether you’re an education leader dealing with a program or initiative in crisis or proactively looking to prevent a crisis, Fixing Education Initiatives in Crisis provides practical solutions to navigate troubled initiatives and guidance for the design and implementation of healthy initiatives that yield predictable results.
Death Trap: Rosie Gilmour 8 (Rosie Gilmour)
by Anna SmithA sadistic killer with a grudge against Rosie Gilmour is on the loose in Glasgow. Thomas Boag escaped from his first court appearance facing charges on a brutal murder. He's suspected in the disappearances of two other people. Now he's out for revenge.Rosie tries to distract herself with a new story: refugees trafficked into Glasgow and used as modern-day slaves - or worse. But this investigation soon leads her into dangerous territory as it takes her up against some of Glasgow's nastiest characters, and all the while, somewhere out there, Boag is laying his trap...'Another searingly-paced and all-too-believable look at the darker side of life from a quite brilliant writer' Crime Review