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Displaying Death and Animating Life

Human-Animal Relations in Art, Science, and Everyday Life

by Jane C. Desmond ...

The number of ways in which humans interact with animals is almost incalculable. From beloved household pets to the steak on our dinner tables, the fur in our closets to the Babar books on our shelves, taxidermy exhibits to local zoos, humans have complex, deep, and dependent relationships with the animals in our ecosystems. In Displaying Death and Animating Life, Jane C. Desmond puts those human ... Read more

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The number of ways in which humans interact with animals is almost incalculable. From beloved household pets to the steak on our dinner tables, the fur in our closets to the Babar books on our shelves, taxidermy exhibits to local zoos, humans have complex, deep, and dependent relationships with the animals in our ecosystems. In Displaying Death and Animating Life, Jane C. Desmond puts those human
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Meaning in Motion

New Cultural Studies of Dance

Edited by Jane C. Desmond ...

Series series Post-contemporary interventions
Dance, whether considered as an art form or embodied social practice, as product or process, is a prime subject for cultural analysis. Yet only recently have studies of dance become concerned with the ideological, theoretical, and social meanings of dance practices, performances, and institutions. In Meaning in Motion, Jane C. Desmond brings together the work of critics who have ventured into the ... Read more

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Dance, whether considered as an art form or embodied social practice, as product or process, is a prime subject for cultural analysis. Yet only recently have studies of dance become concerned with the ideological, theoretical, and social meanings of dance practices, performances, and institutions. In Meaning in Motion, Jane C. Desmond brings together the work of critics who have ventured into the
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The Collected Works of Jane Addams

Enriched edition. Democracy and Social Ethics, The Spirit of Youth and the City Streets, Why Women Should Vote…

by Jane Addams, Desmond Cole ...

In 'The Collected Works of Jane Addams', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of the writings of the esteemed author and social reformer. Jane Addams, known for her pioneering work in the field of social work and advocacy for peace and women's rights, brings together a series of essays, speeches, and articles that shed light on her progressive ideas and tireless efforts to improve ... Read more

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In 'The Collected Works of Jane Addams', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of the writings of the esteemed author and social reformer. Jane Addams, known for her pioneering work in the field of social work and advocacy for peace and women's rights, brings together a series of essays, speeches, and articles that shed light on her progressive ideas and tireless efforts to improve
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Leisure and Death

An Anthropological Tour of Risk, Death, and Dying

Edited by Adam Kaul, Jonathan Skinner ...

This anthropological study examines the relationship between leisure and death, specifically how leisure practices are used to meditate upon—and mediate—life. Considering travelers who seek enjoyment but encounter death and dying, tourists who accidentally face their own mortality while vacationing, those who intentionally seek out pleasure activities that pertain to mortality and risk, and those ... Read more

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This anthropological study examines the relationship between leisure and death, specifically how leisure practices are used to meditate upon—and mediate—life. Considering travelers who seek enjoyment but encounter death and dying, tourists who accidentally face their own mortality while vacationing, those who intentionally seek out pleasure activities that pertain to mortality and risk, and those
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Twenty Years at Hull-House: The Life and Work of the Great Jane Addams

Enriched edition. Life and Work of the "Mother" of Social Work and the Leader of Women's Suffrage

by Jane Addams, Desmond Cole ...

In 'Twenty Years at Hull-House: The Life and Work of the Great Jane Addams', Jane Addams provides a detailed account of her experiences at Hull-House, a settlement house in Chicago. Addams combines personal narratives with sociological observations to explore the living conditions of working-class immigrants and advocate for social reforms. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book reflects ... Read more

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In 'Twenty Years at Hull-House: The Life and Work of the Great Jane Addams', Jane Addams provides a detailed account of her experiences at Hull-House, a settlement house in Chicago. Addams combines personal narratives with sociological observations to explore the living conditions of working-class immigrants and advocate for social reforms. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book reflects
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Global Perspectives on the United States

Pro-Americanism, Anti-Americanism, and the Discourses Between

by Jane C Desmond, Andrzej Antoszek, Sophia Balakian, Zsófia Bán, Sabine Bröck, Ian Condry, Kate Delaney, Virginia R. Dominguez, Ira Dworkin0, Richard Ellis1, Guillermo Ibarra2, Seyed Mohammad Marandi3, Giorgio Mariani4, Ana Mauad5, Loes Nas6, Edward Schatz7, Manar Shorbagy8, Kristin Solli9, Amy Spellacy0, Michael Titlestad1 ...

Series series Global Studies of the United States
This daring collaborative effort showcases dialogues between international scholars engaged with the United States from abroad. The writers investigate the analytic methods and choices that label certain talk, images, behaviors, and allusions as "American" and how to read the data on such material. The editors present the essays in pairs that overlap in theme or region. Each author subsequently ... Read more

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This daring collaborative effort showcases dialogues between international scholars engaged with the United States from abroad. The writers investigate the analytic methods and choices that label certain talk, images, behaviors, and allusions as "American" and how to read the data on such material. The editors present the essays in pairs that overlap in theme or region. Each author subsequently
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Democracy & Social Ethics

Enriched edition. Conception of the Moral Significance of Diversity From a Feminist Perspective Including an Essay Belated Industry and a Speech Why Women Should Vote

by Jane Addams, Desmond Cole ...

In 'Democracy & Social Ethics' by Jane Addams, the author explores the importance of democracy within the context of social ethics. Addams delves into the interplay between democracy and ethical responsibility, emphasizing the need for individuals to actively participate in shaping a just society. Through a blend of insightful analysis and compelling arguments, Addams presents a compelling case ... Read more

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In 'Democracy & Social Ethics' by Jane Addams, the author explores the importance of democracy within the context of social ethics. Addams delves into the interplay between democracy and ethical responsibility, emphasizing the need for individuals to actively participate in shaping a just society. Through a blend of insightful analysis and compelling arguments, Addams presents a compelling case
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Be Bold, Bob

by Jane Porter ...

Illustrated by Jenni Desmond ...

Bob the elephant follows his friend’s advice for letting go of stage fright in a sweet, encouraging story that will appeal to any child who experiences anxiety.In the heart of the forest, everyone is getting ready for the big show. Everyone but Bob the elephant. Bob longs to sing on stage, but it’s impossible—he’s just too nervous. Whenever he tries, his ears get hot, his trunk feels tangled, and ... Read more

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Bob the elephant follows his friend’s advice for letting go of stage fright in a sweet, encouraging story that will appeal to any child who experiences anxiety.In the heart of the forest, everyone is getting ready for the big show. Everyone but Bob the elephant. Bob longs to sing on stage, but it’s impossible—he’s just too nervous. Whenever he tries, his ears get hot, his trunk feels tangled, and
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Lessons in Teaching Phonics in Primary Schools

by Jane Carter, Carly Desmond, David Waugh ...

Series series Lessons in Teaching
Lesson planning in line with the new Primary National Curriculum!Phonics is taught every day in primary schools across England. It is fully embedded in the National Curriculum and is a huge part of teaching children to read. How do you ensure that you understand both what and how to teach? How do you separate good phonics teaching from the many phonics schemes that are used? What does a good ... Read more

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Lesson planning in line with the new Primary National Curriculum!Phonics is taught every day in primary schools across England. It is fully embedded in the National Curriculum and is a huge part of teaching children to read. How do you ensure that you understand both what and how to teach? How do you separate good phonics teaching from the many phonics schemes that are used? What does a good
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Twenty Years at Hull House; with autobiographical notes

by Jane Addams ...

Every preface is, I imagine, written after the book has been completed and now that I have finished this volume I will state several difficulties which may put the reader upon his guard unless he too postpones the preface to the very last. ... Read more

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Every preface is, I imagine, written after the book has been completed and now that I have finished this volume I will state several difficulties which may put the reader upon his guard unless he too postpones the preface to the very last.
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Democracy and Social Ethics

by Jane Addams ...

According to Wikipedia: "Jane Addams (September 6, 1860 May 21, 1935) was a founder of the U.S. Settlement House movement, and one of the first American women to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize." ... Read more

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According to Wikipedia: "Jane Addams (September 6, 1860 May 21, 1935) was a founder of the U.S. Settlement House movement, and one of the first American women to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize."
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Looking Backward

2000-1887

by Edward Bellamy ...

It is the year 2000-and full employment, material abundance and social harmony can be found everywhere. This is the America to which Julian West, a young Bostonian, awakens after more than a century of sleep. West's initial sense of wonder, his gradual acceptance of the new order and a new love, and Bellamy's wonderful prophetic inventions - electric lighting, shopping malls, credit cards, ... Read more

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It is the year 2000-and full employment, material abundance and social harmony can be found everywhere. This is the America to which Julian West, a young Bostonian, awakens after more than a century of sleep. West's initial sense of wonder, his gradual acceptance of the new order and a new love, and Bellamy's wonderful prophetic inventions - electric lighting, shopping malls, credit cards,
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