The Boojum and Its Home

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The Boojum and Its Home
Robert Regester Humphrey
Manufacturer: Univ of Arizona Pr
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No Place for a Lady Tales of Adventurous Women Travelers by Barbara Hodgson

Between the 17th and 19th centuries, a motley band of women defied gender conventions, enduring exotic diseases, plagues of scorpions, and other life-threatening situations—all in the name of adventure. The frequent target of Russian thieves, Mademoiselle Jacquemart began sleeping with a brace of pistols after one attempt on her life left her with a fractured skull. Lady Ann Fanshawe disguised herself as a cabin boy to confront a band of Spanish pirates. Isabella Bird toured Japan by horseback despite a severe back affliction. And there were many more, some famous, others whose tales and fates have faded into the obscurer corners of history. NO PLACE FOR A LADY profiles adventurous women who sacrificed personal comfort and respectability to pursue experiences traditionally open only to men. Filled with fascinating portraits, historical maps, and intricate drawings, NO PLACE FOR A LADY is at once a beautifully illustrated exploration of early travel and a spirited celebration! of the women HODGSON is a book designer and packager turned writer. Author of numerous books, including The Sensualist, In the Arms of Morpheus, and Opium: A Portrait of the Heavenly Demon, Hodgson makes her home in Vancouver, British Columbia.who dared to redefine the proper place for a lady.

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A Quick Read.......2005-04-26

The Good: Quick read. Can pick it up and put it down again without getting lost. The hardcover I read had lots of beautiful illustrations and was very nicely done.

The Bad: Can be a bit dry, feels like a dissertation about European female travel writers of the nineteenth-century at times.

Globe-trotting women adventurers.......2003-12-09

Hodgson has created a number of artistic books, full of extraordinary illustrations, fanciful tales a la' Nick Bantock. But Hodgson has established her own niche, mined her own particular vein of creativity, beautifully stylized and visually compelling.

In No Place for a Lady, the author has combined her definitive artistic style with a series of female adventures, travels undertaken by women drawn to broadening their cultural horizons from Russia to Africa to Japan. These women have one thing in common: an insatiable curiosity to see the world. Covering the 17-19th Centuries, these women come either from a bored middle-class or are of the upper class, indulging their unremitting wanderlust.

There are women in exile, those in search of a place where the fair sex will be treated with dignity rather than contempt, others avoiding the reality of their travails and seekers on religious pilgrimages. Throughout their journeys, such women exhibit exceptional bravery and a willingness to endure inconvenience and discomfort for the sake of traveling. The ladies are educated and self-confident, predominately British.

The wide range of personalities found in No Place for a Lady, show a common spirit, energy and endurance. Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein, prefers Italy, as does Mme. Anne Louise Germaine de Stael, an outspoken intellectual and novelist. Others, like French Violoncellist Lise Christiani braves Siberia, a musician determined to perform at the court of St. Petersburg in 1849 "to make her fortune". A number of female travelers visit Egypt by the 1840's, if only to write later about their inconvenience and discomfort in widely published diaries. Of these, Sophia Poole includes bits of history, economics and edited correspondence, hoping for broader audience appeal when her journal is printed. Frances Trollope spends four years in the United States, traveling widely across the landscape, energetically writing of American "boorishness".

Throughout, full-page sepia illustrations add to the Victorian flavor of this book, as well as four-color maps and illustrations, all of which make a fascinating journal of lady-adventurers. Hodgson's tales mix exotic locales with that special fastidiousness that attends these ladies, in language that is precise and ladylike, tramping boldly across continents few adventurous women have seen before. Luan Gaines/ 2003.

A fact book on adventurous women from history.......2003-08-13

For the first 50 pages or so, the author, talks about different ladies and different travel facts in practically every other sentence. With her method it's more like you are reading a dictionary than a novel. Because there is so much history compacted into a few pages, you never quite get engulfed in the story of the moment. Instead, you are given the name of each woman and the book(s) she wrote and only a tiny bit about her travels.

At the beginning I rated the book a 2. However, the author changed her style in the later pages and the book moved up to a 3 and finally an 4 with my looking forward to reading it in the evening. In fact if I read it again, I'd probably enjoy it more and increase the ratings.

As the story progresses, she elaborates on the travels of some of the women so that you can get a better understanding of the hardships and in some cases, the enjoyment, they endured. I've learned that the Sandwich Islands are Hawaii and that many women were really pioneers in the way they traveled back then. Many endured diseases and actually died during travel. Others weren't lone travelers; sometimes traveling as a result of a husband's wishes. However, I really can't remember a single female name because there were so many. Those who are interested in historical facts, names and dates would love this book.

"No Place for a Lady" turned out to be a very interesting read but did leave me wanting for more. It is extremely evident that the author did tremendous research and reading in order to produce this work. I suspect one would get more appreciation for what women travelers encountered if they read each book the author did during her research.

Delectable, visually ravishing.......2002-12-01

I love a beautifully-made book, and Hodgson's treasure of a tome is just wonderful. Not only are the women she documents worthy companions for an evening by the fire as you dine on exotic fruit and sweetmeats, but the illustrations are so sumptuous that you may accidentally be swept away.

Please oh please give this one to a housebound friend for Christmas!

A study of real-life adventurous women.......2002-11-08

No Place For A Lady: Tales Of Adventurous Women Travellers by book designer and author Barbara Hodgson is an exciting anthology of true stories drawn from the experiences and adventures of the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth century women travelers who (very much counter to the gender sterotypes of their day) traversed the world. Filled with maps, artwork, and photographs (many of them in color), No Place For A Lady is a truly fascinating read and a study of real-life adventurous women which is enthusiastically recommended for personal reading lists and academic Women's Studies reference collections.

No Place for a Lady: Tales of Adventurous Women Travelers

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No Place for a Lady: Tales of Adventurous Women Travelers
Barbara Hodgson
Manufacturer: Douglas & McIntyre, Limited
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ASIN: B000W132NO

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Broadway costumer Angelo Filomeno's world is made up of floral patterns, small leaves, winged insects, stars and drops of blood, which he recreates on shantung silk made especially for him by Indian artisans. Four previously unpublished and poetic seasons of silk thread are reproduced here, recalling the sinuous shapes of the ancient olive trees of his native land.

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Great Read!.......2006-08-03

Pam has NO idea what is making Lighting act very strangly. She gets bucked out of the saddle,refuses to eat, and doesn't listen. Will Pam have to give up her pony, or is some seriously wrong with Lighting?? Read to find out!! I LOVE this book VERY,VERY much!!!

Very good book .......2005-08-26

This book is one of my favorite pony pal books. It's about Pam's pony Lighning is out of constrol and Pam doesn't know why. Lightning bits Anna's pony Acorn for no reason and was mean to Snow White. She bucks Pam at least twice and tried to kick her.

This was the first pony pal book I read and I thought this was quite interesting. So I read more pony pal books and I kept on reading them over and over

What is wrong with Lightning?.......2002-04-14

I don't usually have trouble with my pony Acorn but I know what it's like to fall out of the saddle.It hurts!
Pam loves her chestnut Connamara pony Lightning.She never has trouble with her.But lately Lightning has been acting very strange.Pam falls off her back more than usual and gets a lot of bruises.Pam's Pony Pals Anna and Lulu are worried.So then Pam's dad the vet is called in.The Pony Pals find out that what is troubling the poor pony is more than feelings.Can the Pony Pals help Lightning?A great book to read and find out for yourself!

Pretty Good.......2002-01-02

In this book, Pam finds herself having trouble with Lightning that she doesn't know why. Soon, Lightning starts getting more dangerous and gives Pam a couple more bruises. That's when it's decided to get Pam's dad involved, but what's wrong with Pam's Pony? I liked that at the beginning for once that I didn't have a clue what the problem was. Even though I am getting a little old for this series, I like the fact that these books are well written and deserved to be read.

Heartfelt.......2001-12-12

Pam, one of the Pony Pals, is shocked to discover that Lightning, her pony, is behaving oddly. He seems upset with her, her friends, and even the other ponies. Pam soon learns the problem is more serious than Lightning's hurt feelings. Readers will be just as anxious as Pam for a happy resolution.

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A practical guide to diagnosing common equine veterinary problems - with clear guidance on when to call the vet. Colin Vogel, a highly respected writer on equine veterinary problems, provides useful, practical advice for the treatment and management of a wide range of diseases and ailments likely to be encountered in field and stable. Skin problems, the nervous system, the digestive tract, heart and blood disorders, respiratory diseases, lameness - are all covered, with clear detailed diagrams to help your understanding. In each case there is advice on first aid, treatment and any further action you will need to take. With information on assembling a first-aid kit, and clear guidance on when to call the vet, this book is an essential addition to any horse owner's library.

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Great quick reference first aid book.......1999-10-13

This paperback first aid book is great to keep in your tack trunk/room to use as a quick reference guide to any medical inquiry.

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Forget any aversion you have to vegetables, especially the kind your mother says are good for you. In 366 Healthful Ways to Cook Leafy Greens, Linda Romanelli Leahy proves how delicious more than 30 kinds of green veggies can be. Her recipes are pleasantly varied. From beer-boosted, vegetarian Beans and Greens Chili to the Tibetan meatless dumplings, Momo, to Focaccia with Onions and Swiss Chard, Leahy uses ethnic flavors and unexpected combinations to help you enjoy those all-important five servings of vegetables a day.

Nutritional analysis includes the fiber and fat content in each recipe. This well-produced volume has been bound so it lies flat, an unusual benefit in a softcover book. When you must feed a vegetarian friend, or a child who hates vegetables, this is a good cookbook to reach for. --Dana Jacobi

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A greens lover's dream.......2006-03-25

Over the years I've had this cookbook, I've really come to enjoy the variety of dishes that are included in this cookbook--not just a wide variety of greens, but also a wide variety of cooking styles and types of ingredients. While I've only tried about a dozen of the recipes in this book so far, I have never been let down, and I have many more recipes I want to try at some point. My favorites so far are the "Chicken-Spinach Crepes with Mango Sauce", and the "Malaysian Bobotie" with ground turkey, curry, raisins, and mustard greens. While those two take a while to prepare and are more weekend types of recipes, some of the recipes like "Bok Choy, Chicken, and Walnuts" with a hoisin based sauce are quick to prepare and have made it into my regular weekday rotation.

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In 1927 C.A.A. Scott, while commenting on the apostle Paul's Christology, remarked that the "history of the word Glory in the Bible has yet to be written." By using methodology developed in semantics, semiotics, and, more generally, literary theory, Newman examines the origin and rhetoric of Paul's Glory-Christology. The investigation involves three distinct tasks: (1) to plot the tradition-history of Glory which formed part of Paul's linguistic world, (2) to examine Paul's letter, in light of the reconstructed tradition-history of Glory, in order to discern the rationale of Paul's identification of Christ as Glory and, (3) to map out the implications of such an identification for Paul's theological and rhetorical strategy. On the basis of this study, four conclusions are reached for understanding Paul. First, Paul inherited a symbolic universe with signs already "full" of signification. Second, knowing the (diachronically acquired) connotative range of a "surface" symbol (e.g. Glory) aids in discerning Paul's precise contingent strategy. Third, knowing the "surface" symbol's referential power defines and contributes to the "deeper structure" of Paul's theological grammar. Finally, the heuristic power within the construals of the Glory tradition coalesce in Paul's Christophany and thus provide coherence at the "deepest" level of Paul's Christology.

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Review from a former student.......1998-02-04

I studied under Carey Newman for three years in my undergrad studies. This volume, an adaptation and expansion of Newman's dissertation, explores in great detail the background for Paul's use of the term "glory" in his writings. Great emphasis is placed on Paul's "Christophany" (the appearance of the risen Jesus to Paul on the Damascus road) as the lens through which the apostle understands Jesus as the divine glory spoken of in the Old Testament. Although very technical in nature, this book offers great insight into the writings of the apostle Paul. Highly recommended.

Paul's Glory - Christology: Tradition and Rhetoric

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Paul's Glory - Christology: Tradition and Rhetoric
Carey C. Newman
Manufacturer: Brill Academic Publishers, Incorporated
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This book represents the first comprehensive and practical reference on how SAP SEM can be used for integrated company planning. The functions of SEM-BPS (Release 3.2) are examined in detail, as well as potential processes and scenarios. Readers learn the business basics of company planning and get exclusive implementation advice. The authors address short-term, middle-term and long-term planning, helping to quickly acquaint you with the project-oriented applications of SAP SEM. Plus, youll benefit from information on applying SEM-BPS in your organization, in-depth advice on the critical correlation of operative and strategic planning, tips to master dynamic simulation with Powersim, and guidance to maximize your interaction with SAP BW. This exceptional reference is the ideal place to get competent and reliable answers to all of your SAP SEM questions. Highlights Include: Principles of Business Planning Dynamic Simulation Introduction to SEM-BPS (Planning Workbench, Powersim, Status and Tracking systems (STS), Integration) Successful Financial Planning with SEM-BPS (Procedure model, Specialized model, DV concept, Implementation, Optimization) SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW) (Data modeling, SEM-relevant settings, Business Content) ... and much more!

Maximum Entropy and Bayesian Methods Garching, Germany 1998 (Fundamental Theories of Physics)

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Maximum Entropy and Bayesian Methods Garching, Germany 1998 (Fundamental Theories of Physics)

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This volume, arising from the 1998 MaxEnt conference, contains a wide range of applications of Bayesian probability theory and maximum entropy methods to problems of concern in such fields as physics, image processing, coding theory, machine learning, economics, data analysis and various other problems. It presents papers by the leading researchers in the field of Bayesian statistics and maximum entropy methods, and represents the latest developments in the field.

Audience: This book will be of interest to researchers in applied statistics, information theory, coding theory, image and signal processing.

Precursor Chemistry of Advanced Materials: CVD, ALD and Nanoparticles (Topics in Organometallic Chemistry) (TOPICS IN ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY)

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Precursor Chemistry of Advanced Materials: CVD, ALD and Nanoparticles (Topics in Organometallic Chemistry) (TOPICS IN ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY)
Roland A., Ed. Fischer
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Material synthesis by the transformation of organometallic compounds (precursors) by vapor deposition techniques such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) has been in the forefront of modern day research and development of new materials. There exists a need for new routes for designing and synthesizing new precursors as well as the application of established molecular precursors to derive tuneable materials for technological demands. With regard to the precursor chemistry, a most detailed understanding of the mechanistic complexity of materials formation from molecular precursors is very important for further development of new processes and advanced materials. To emphasize and stimulate research in these areas, this volume comprises a selection of case studies covering various key-aspects of the interplay of precursor chemistry with the process conditions of materials formation, particularly looking at the similarities and differences of CVD, ALD and nanoparticle synthesis, e.g. colloid chemistry, involving tailored molecular precursors.

Bayesian Inference and Maximum Entropy Methods in Science and Engineering: 24th International Workshop on Bayesian Inference and Maximum Entropy Methods ... Inference,Maximum Entropy)

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Bayesian Inference and Maximum Entropy Methods in Science and Engineering: 24th International Workshop on Bayesian Inference and Maximum Entropy Methods ... Inference,Maximum Entropy)

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All papers were peer reviewed. Bayesian Inference and Maximum Entropy Methods in Science and Engineering provide a framework for analyzing ill-conditioned data. Maximum Entropy is a theoretical method to draw conclusions when little information is available. Bayesian probability theory provides a formalism for scientific reasoning by analyzing noisy or imcomplete data using prior knowledge.

Der verbaute Markt: Villengluck und Wohnungsnot (Fischer Wirtschaft)

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Der verbaute Markt: Villengluck und Wohnungsnot (Fischer Wirtschaft)
Roland Stimpel
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Dimensionen 1.2 CDs. Lehrwerk Deutsch als Fremdsprache. (Lernmaterialien)
Eva-Maria Jenkins , Roland Fischer , Ursula Hirschfeld , and Maria Hirtenlehner
Manufacturer: Max Hueber Verlag
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Dimensionen. Lernpaket 1. Lehrwerk Deutsch als Fremdsprache. (Lernmaterialien)

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Dimensionen. Lernpaket 1. Lehrwerk Deutsch als Fremdsprache. (Lernmaterialien)
Eva-Maria Jenkins , Roland Fischer , Ursula Hirschfeld , and Maria Hirtenlehner
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Formeln für Metallberufe. (Lernmaterialien)
Ulrich Fischer , Roland Kilgus , and Heinz Paetzold
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Fotoarbeiten 1984-1990
Roland Fischer
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Geographie, Mensch und Raum, Oberstufe Gymnasium Rheinland-Pfalz, 11.Jahrgangsstufe, Grundkurs

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Geographie, Mensch und Raum, Oberstufe Gymnasium Rheinland-Pfalz, 11.Jahrgangsstufe, Grundkurs
Dieter Böhn , Peter Fischer , Roland Frenzel , Michael Ernst , Hans-Günter Reitz , and Wolfgang Salzmaann
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