Steampunk Film: A Critical Introduction is a concise and accessible overview of steampunk's indelible impact within film, and acts as a case study for examining the ways with which genres hybridize and coalesce into new forms. Since the beginning of the 21st century, a series of high-profile and big-budget films have adopted steampunk identities to re-imagine periods of industrial development into fantastical histories where future meets past. By calling this growing mass-cultural fetishism for anachronistic machines into question, this book examines how a retro-futuristic romanticism for technology powered by cogs, pistons and steam-engines has taken center stage in blockbuster cinema. As the first monograph to consider cinema's unique relationship with steampunk, it places this burgeoning genre in the context of ongoing debates within film theory: each of which reflecting the movement's remarkable interest in reengineering historical technologies. Rather than acting as a niche subculture, Robbie McAllister argues that steampunk's proliferation in mainstream filmmaking reflects a desire to reassess contemporary relationships with technology and navigate the intense changes that the medium itself is experiencing in the 21st century.
2022 Reprint of the 1926 Edition. Roy Herbert Jarrett (1874-1937) was a Chicago sales executive and advertising man. After many years of studying metaphysical success methods, Jarrett produced the landmark pamphlet It Works in 1926. It has since sold millions of copies. IT WORKS presents a concise, definite plan for bettering your conditions in life. It shows you how to use the Mighty Power within that is anxious and willing to serve you if you know how to use it.IT WORKS shows you how. All scientific, psychological, and theological explanations are eliminated. Three hundred pages are boiled down to ten minutes of interesting facts, a definite plan and three short rules of accomplishment. Don t let your worldly, objective mind keep you from more prosperity and happiness any longer.Test the power of this simple book that defies tradition and experience. Millions have tried the plan it presents and know in truth that IT DOES WORK.
400+ dietician-backed recipes prove how easy, delicious, and universally beneficial an anti-inflammatory diet can be! Complete nutritional info, dairy- and gluten-free options, and meal prep tips make this the most comprehensive anti-inflammatory cookbook yet. Eating to help lessen chronic inflammation is something anyone can embrace to optimize long-term health and strengthen the body's defenses against many chronic illnesses, from cardiovascular disease to diabetes. Whether you're looking to keep inflammation at bay or reduce existing symptoms, this beginner-friendly collection of dietician-backed recipes is the only cookbook you need to embark on this diet shift. You'll find scrumptious dishes for every meal of the day--from frittatas and fish tacos to stir-fries and snacks & drinks--chock-full of anti-inflammatory powerhouses like whole grains, beneficial fats, lean proteins, and a rainbow of vegetables. With this book, you'll discover how simple and satisfying an anti-inflammatory eating pattern can be. Dos and don'ts of inflammation RDN and Cook for Your Gut Health co-author Alicia Romano coaches you through anti-inflammatory cooking and how to get the good antioxidants, fiber, and omega-3s your body benefits from. Flexible recipes and ingredients support your unique goals: Make-ahead guidance, easy swaps to make dishes gluten- or dairy-free, and nutritional info make these recipes fit seamlessly into your life.Re-engineers comfort dishes into inflammation fighters: We upped the nutrient density in our Turkey Shepherd's Pie, Chicken and Chard Enchiladas, and Gingery Turmeric Chicken Soup by packing in ingredients known to fight inflammation. Excites your palate with a global flavor pantry: Delight your taste buds with recipes inspired by vibrant eating traditions around the world, whether you're craving Green Shakshuka, Fish Tagine, or Sweet Potato Noodles with Shiitakes and Spinach.Prioritizes simplicity, speed, and weeknight cooking: Cooking anti-inflammatory meals doesn't have to be time-consuming. We streamlined for efficiency--leaning on widely available ingredients and shelf-stable goods.
This book examines cross-regional film collaboration within and beyond the Asia-Pacific region.
Two people make a wager on who can find love first, not realizing what they should be betting on is each other, in this new romantic comedy by Lynn Painter, New York Times bestselling author of Mr. Wrong Number. Hallie Piper is turning over a new leaf. After belly-crawling out of a hotel room (hello, rock bottom), she decides it's time to become a full-on adult. She gets a new apartment, a new haircut, and a new wardrobe, but when she logs onto the dating app that she has determined will find her new love, she sees none other than Jack, the guy whose room she snuck out of. After agreeing they are absolutely not interested in each other, Jack and Hallie realize they're each other's perfect wing-person in their searches for The One. They text each other about their dates, often scheduling them at the same restaurant so that if things don't go well, the two of them can get tacos afterward. Spoiler: they get a lot of tacos together. Discouraged by the lack of prospects, Jack and Hallie make a wager to see who can find true love first, but when they agree to be fake dates for a weekend wedding, all bets are off. As they pretend to be a couple, lines become blurred and they both struggle to remember why the other was a bad idea to begin with.
**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER** "WORKS BEAUTIFULLY... If you like being terrified, The Whisper Man has your name on it."--The New York Times, Editor's Pick "SUPERB"--Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review "BRILLIANT... will satisfy readers of Thomas Harris and Stephen King."--Booklist, Starred Review "POIGNANT AND TERRIFYING"--Entertainment WeeklyIn this dark, suspenseful thriller, Alex North weaves a multi-generational tale of a father and son caught in the crosshairs of an investigation to catch a serial killer preying on a small town. After the sudden death of his wife, Tom Kennedy believes a fresh start will help him and his young son Jake heal. A new beginning, a new house, a new town. Featherbank. But the town has a dark past. Twenty years ago, a serial killer abducted and murdered five residents. Until Frank Carter was finally caught, he was nicknamed "The Whisper Man," for he would lure his victims out by whispering at their windows at night. Just as Tom and Jake settle into their new home, a young boy vanishes. His disappearance bears an unnerving resemblance to Frank Carter's crimes, reigniting old rumors that he preyed with an accomplice. Now, detectives Amanda Beck and Pete Willis must find the boy before it is too late, even if that means Pete has to revisit his great foe in prison: The Whisper Man. And then Jake begins acting strangely. He hears a whispering at his window...
Eugene Van Meyer has trudged through life under the weight of poor self-esteem and a willingness to accept less than he deserves. Now he is in a position of power and responsibility for which he previously could only dream about, but with it comes a significant caveat: working for the nefarious and emotionally abusive Hamelton Skrean. Skrean has put Eugene in charge of a time-traveling technology with orders to find William J. Allerspan. Allerspan, one of the nation's first governors of color, disappeared without a trace forty years ago as he considered making another run for the state's highest office. And what of one Clancy Wigwort, the man who developed the theoretical basis for time visitation? What connection does he have to Skrean? Eugene makes it his mission to find out the truth. It is the assignment of a lifetime, yet his boss's obvious need for information, power and fame conflicts with Eugene's ethics. Plus, the longer he is able to drag out his assignment, the longer he can interact with the beautiful Cidally Short, his secret crush to the nth degree. Ultimately, Eugene has decisions to make. Does he complete his mission or defy his authoritarian employer? Does he let the cycle of time play itself out or use the technology to rewind and replay time? His decisions will impact more than just his own destiny.
Navigate the complex decisions and critical relationships necessary to create and sustain a healthy family business--and business family.Though "family business" may sound like it refers only to mom-and-pop shops, businesses owned by families are among the most significant and numerous in the world. But surprisingly few resources exist to help navigate the unique challenges you face when you share the executive suite, financial statements, and holidays. How do you make the right decisions, critical to the long-term survival of any business, with the added challenge of having to do so within the context of a family?The HBR Family Business Handbook brings you sophisticated guidance and practical advice from family business experts Josh Baron and Rob Lachenauer. Drawing on their decades-long experience working closely with a wide range of family businesses of all sizes around the world, the authors present proven methods and approaches for communicating effectively, managing conflict, building the right governance structures, and more.In the HBR Family Business Handbook you'll find: A new perspective on what makes family businesses succeed and failA framework to help you make good decisions togetherStep-by-step guidance on managing change within your business familyKey questions about wealth, unique to family businesses, that you can't afford to ignoreAssessments to help you determine where you are--and where you want to goStories of real companies, from Marchesi Antinori to Radio FlyerChapter summaries you can use to reinforce what you've learnedKeep this comprehensive guide with you to help you build, grow, and position your family business to thrive across generations.HBR Handbooks provide ambitious professionals with the frameworks, advice, and tools they need to excel in their careers. With step-by-step guidance, time-honed best practices, and real-life stories, each comprehensive volume helps you to stand out from the pack--whatever your role.
"I really appreciate this book...There is something in here for everyone." -Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent on Chasing Life"The most insightful guide to getting moving I've ever read." --Kelly McGonigal, author of The Joy of Movement"If you've ever felt stuck on the sidelines of your own wellness journey, this might be the most validating, actionable, and life-giving book you pick up this year."--Kelly and Juliet Starrett, authors of Built to MoveBreak down the common everyday mental blocks to moving your body, and turn your mind from an adversary into an ally in the quest to feel better in your body."I know I should move my body more, but...I'm on my feet all day for work and I'm exhausted!"I'm addicted to my phone."I'm great at starting movement programs, just lousy at sticking with them."My body jiggles and embarrasses me in public."Movement is sooooo boring!"Sound familiar? If not, it probably means you have another perfectly good excuse of your own. We all have our reasons for not getting the physical activity we know is good for us--reasons which stubbornly defy the same old tired prescriptive advice about hours of weekly cardio or numbers of steps. Adding insult to injury, these same excuses contribute to you feeling bad or guilty when you fail to move as much as you know you "should."That's why Diana Hill and Katy Bowman have put together this simple guide to changing the way you think to change how much you move.Diana is a modern psychologist, expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and host of the Wise Effort podcast. Her mission is to help her clients and readers grow the psychological flexibility needed to get moving in directions that matter to them. Katy is a biomechanist, author, and trailblazing movement teacher who has spent a career helping people integrate more movement into their lives. In I Know I Should Exercise, But..., the two join forces to help you challenge your barriers to movement in a new way. Katy translates her understanding of the obstacles that keep people sedentary--including dozens of real-world examples from readers and clients--into 44 essential impediments to movement. Diana responds to those common barriers, while introducing you to acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), behavioral psychology, and self-compassion: evidence-based-approaches for cultivating flexibility and aligning actions with values.Whether your internal barrier is born of fear, malaise, inertia, embarrassment, or difficulty managing competing priorities, you will learn how to disempower it by applying effective science-based tools for changing the way you think.You'll learn to identify your resistance--whether it's an unhelpful thought, a misplaced motivation, or a contextual barrier--and respond wisely and effectively, using tools and techniques that can be applied to other areas of your life as well, including: urge surfingmotivational interviewingbehavioral stretchingstrengthening your acceptance muscleThis is a must-have book for anyone struggling with the mental barriers to moving more and an essential resource for personal trainers, fitness instructors, and mental health professionals wanting to better connect with their clients.Stretch your mind, connect with what is truly important to you, and stop talking yourself out of the movement you need!
* The perfect survival guide to the chess openings* All openings covered* Detailed verbal explanations of plans for both sides* Up-to-date and featuring many tips and recommendations* Insights into the 'character' of each opening* Written by one of the world's foremost opening expertsThe first moves of a chess game define the nature of the whole struggle, as both players stake their claim to the critical squares and start to develop their plans. It is essential to play purposefully and to avoid falling into traps or reaching a position that you don't understand.This is not a book that provides masses of variations to memorize. Paul van der Sterren instead offers a wealth of ideas and explanation, together with the basic variations of each and every opening. This knowledge will equip players to succeed in the opening up to good club level, and provide a superb grounding in opening play on which to build a more sophisticated repertoire. The strategies he explains will, unlike ever-changing chess opening theory, remain valid as long as chess is played, and so the time spent studying this book will be rewarded many times over.Grandmaster Paul van der Sterren has won the Dutch Championship on two occasions, and in 1993 reached the Candidates stage of the World Chess Championship. He is an internationally renowned chess writer and editor: he was one of the founding editors of New in Chess, for whose Yearbooks he has contributed more than 150 opening surveys.
Discover new dimensions of insight with a behind-the-scenes tour of the ancient worldYou've heard many Bible stories hundreds of times, but how many details are you missing? Sometimes a little context is all you need to discover the rich meaning behind even the most familiar stories of Scripture. That's what the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible provides. Every page of this NIV Bible is packed with expert insight into the customs, culture, and literature of biblical times. These fascinating explanations will serve to clarify your study of the Scriptures, reinforcing your confidence and bringing difficult passages of Scripture into sharp focus.The Bible was originally written to an ancient people removed from us by thousands of years and thousands of miles. The Scriptures include subtle culturally based nuances, undertones, and references to ancient events, literature and customs that were intuitively understood by those who first heard the texts read. For us to truly understand the Scriptures as they did, we need a window into their world and language.The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, with notes from Dr. John H. Walton (Wheaton College) in the Old Testament and Dr. Craig S. Keener (Asbury Theological Seminary) in the New Testament, brings the ancient world of Scripture to life for modern readers. Features: Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)2017 ECPA Bible of the Year RecipientTargeted book introductions explain the context in which each book of the Bible was writtenInsightful and informative verse-by-verse study notes reveal new dimensions of insight to even the most familiar passagesKey Old Testament (Hebrew) and New Testament terms are explained and expanded upon in two helpful reference featuresOver 300 in-depth articles on key contextual topics375 full-color photos, illustrations, and images from around the worldDozens of charts, maps, and diagrams in vivid colorWords of Jesus in redCross references, a concordance, indexes and other helps for Bible study8.9-point type size
Haunted by questions after her encounter with Ayame, Hinako is determined to get answers. Why does it feel like she's seen Shiori's true form before? And what did Ayame mean when she said Hinako must've received a mermaid's blood? The truth of what happened on that fateful day just might unravel the promise binding her and Shiori together..."Do you really want to eat me?"
When you apply the StoryBrand framework your brand will stand out. Developing that framework to clarify your message and grow your business is about to get a whole lot simpler. . .Since the original publication of Building a StoryBrand, over one million business leaders have discovered Donald Miller's powerful StoryBrand framework, and their businesses are growing. Now, the classic resource for connecting with customers has been fully revised and updated, making it an even more powerful tool to prepare you to engage customers.In a world filled with constant, on-demand distractions, it has become very hard for business owners to effectively cut through the noise to reach their customers. Without a clear, distinct message, customers will not understand what you can do for them and won't engage.In Building a StoryBrand 2.0, Donald Miller not only deepens his teaching on how to use his seven universal story elements--he'll provide you with one of the most powerful and cutting-edge tools to help with your brand messaging efficacy and output. The StoryBrand framework is a proven process that has helped thousands of companies engage with their existing customers, giving them the ultimate competitive advantage. Now you can have access to the perfected version, making it more essential.Whether you are the marketing director of a multibillion-dollar company, the owner of a small business, a politician running for office, or the lead singer of a rock band, Building a StoryBrand 2.0 will forever transform the way you talk about who you are, what you do, and the unique value you bring to your customers.
In this interactive companion to 50 Maps of the World, you'll find trivia quizzes, search-and-find challenges, spot-the-difference games, and so much more--with over 50 stickers! Geography, history, and culture spill from the pages in this luxuriously illustrated activity book. Bite-size information and awesome facts about the regions accompany each activity, with stickers to get creative with at the back of the book. Spanning the world from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, take on super-fun activities and puzzles as you discover more about the most incredible places on Earth. This activity-packed round-the-world trip includes: Search-and-find challengesSpot-the-difference gamesCode-breaker challengesWord searchesMatching gamesCrosswordsTrivia quizzes50+ stickersPerfect for globetrotters and armchair travelers alike, 50 Maps of the World Activity Book is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any travel lover, map maestro, or geography genius. The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life. Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Maps of the World, and The 50 States.
The multi million copy bestseller that has enthralled generations of readers. A haunting tale of obsessive love. A mesmerizing psychological thriller. In Monte Carlo, our unnamed heroine is swept off her feet by the dashing widower Maxim de Winter and his sudden proposal of marriage. Orphaned and working as a lady's maid, she can barely believe her luck. It is only when they arrive at Manderley, her husband's cavernous estate on the Cornish coast, that she realizes how vast a shadow his late wife, Rebecca, will cast over their lives--introducing a lingering evil that threatens to destroy their love from beyond the grave. This universally acclaimed novel has remained consistently in print since its original publication in 1938 and has frequently been adapted--for television, radio, the theater, and film. Notable adaptations include the 1940 Alfred Hitchcock film, which received the Academy Award for Best Picture, and the 2020 Netflix film starring Lily James and Armie Hammer. "Excellent entertainment ... Du Maurier created a scale by which modern women can measure their feelings." --Stephen King, New York Times bestselling of author of You Like It Darker "One of the most influential novels of the twentieth century, Rebecca has woven its way into the fabric of our culture with all the troubling power of myth or dream." --Sarah Waters, bestselling author of Fingersmith
Get the essential skills you need to succeed on the GED! Pre-GED gives you a solid foundation in the basic skills you need to succeed on each of the four subjects of the GED test: Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA), Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning. This new edition features micro-lessons on test-taking strategies, review questions involving critical thinking, and a brand-new app featuring hundreds of practice questions. Features: New: Micro-lessons section provides unique test-taking strategiesNew: Review questions on critical thinking and reasoning match latest testNew: App featuring hundreds of practice questionsNew: Appendix covers the most important vocabulary for each section of the testMore than 1,000 practice questions with explanationsEasy-to-follow lessons specifically written for Pre-GED students and covering all 4 subject areas: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social StudiesTop 25 lists that cover the most important concepts you need to know for each test sectionFlashcard App includes 100 flashcards to help you review all four test sections
This Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader is based on Disney's hit animated film Raya and the Last Dragon--streaming now on Disney+! Experience the magic of the fantasy-action-adventure Raya and the Last Dragon, exploring themes of community and hope, and inspired by the beautiful and diverse cultures of Southeast Asia. Girls and boys ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader based on the movie! Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Walt Disney Animation Studios' Raya and the Last Dragon introduces Raya, a lone warrior from the fantasy kingdom of Kumandra who teams up with a crew of misfits in her quest to find the last dragon and bring light and unity back to their world. Awkwafina lends her voice to Sisu, the last dragon, who was left on Kumandra in case dark forces return to the world, and Kelly Marie Tran voices the lead character, Raya.
A fully revised edition of the acclaimed field guide to the birds of the Middle East The Middle East is home to some of the most spectacular birdlife in the world. This field guide covers all species--including vagrants--found in the Arabian Peninsula (including Socotra), Jordan, Lebanon, Israel, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Turkey, and Cyprus. It features 180 superb color plates depicting some 900 species and subspecies as well as 646 color distribution maps that show the breeding range for almost every species. Maps and detailed species accounts are opposite the plates, making this marvelously illustrated guide ideal for easy reference in the field.Features fully revised and updated text, plates, and mapsCovers more than 50 additional species and subspeciesIncludes more than 100 new illustrations as well as new information on the status and distribution of endemic speciesNow comes with QR codes of vocalizations
