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Recovering the Body

A Philosophical Story

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Following the metaphysical and epistemological threads that have led to our modern conception of the body as a machine, the book explores views of the body in the history of philosophy. Its central thesis is that the Cartesian paradigm, which has dominated the modern conception of the body (including the development and practice of medicine), offers an incomplete and even inaccurate picture. This ... Read more

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Following the metaphysical and epistemological threads that have led to our modern conception of the body as a machine, the book explores views of the body in the history of philosophy. Its central thesis is that the Cartesian paradigm, which has dominated the modern conception of the body (including the development and practice of medicine), offers an incomplete and even inaccurate picture. This
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Dressing Renaissance Florence

Families, Fortunes, and Fine Clothing

by Carole Collier Frick ...

Series Book 120 - The Johns Hopkins University Studies in Historical and Political Science
As portraits, private diaries, and estate inventories make clear, elite families of the Italian Renaissance were obsessed with fashion, investing as much as forty percent of their fortunes on clothing. In fact, the most elaborate outfits of the period could cost more than a good-sized farm out in the Mugello. Yet despite its prominence in both daily life and the economy, clothing has been largely ... Read more

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As portraits, private diaries, and estate inventories make clear, elite families of the Italian Renaissance were obsessed with fashion, investing as much as forty percent of their fortunes on clothing. In fact, the most elaborate outfits of the period could cost more than a good-sized farm out in the Mugello. Yet despite its prominence in both daily life and the economy, clothing has been largely
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Troubled Waters

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From Young People's Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, a stirring account of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches, as witnessed by the Alabama River.Some say water is the mightiest force on earth.But the yearning for freedom is even stronger.For centuries, the Alabama River has been a witness. Buried in its riverbed are countless fossils and ... Read more

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From Young People's Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, a stirring account of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches, as witnessed by the Alabama River.Some say water is the mightiest force on earth.But the yearning for freedom is even stronger.For centuries, the Alabama River has been a witness. Buried in its riverbed are countless fossils and
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Dear Mario

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A touching story of grief and remembrance for any child who has had to say goodbye to abeloved pet.For many of us, our first experience of loss involves a pet. Writing a letter to that pet can help usprocess our feelings. That is what you'll discover in Dear Mario, a heartfelt book about animalfriendship and saying goodbye.In this story of a young boy facing grief for the first time, Peter writes ... Read more

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A touching story of grief and remembrance for any child who has had to say goodbye to abeloved pet.For many of us, our first experience of loss involves a pet. Writing a letter to that pet can help usprocess our feelings. That is what you'll discover in Dear Mario, a heartfelt book about animalfriendship and saying goodbye.In this story of a young boy facing grief for the first time, Peter writes
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Troubled Waters

A River's Journey Toward Justice

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From Young People's Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, a stirring account of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches, as witnessed by the Alabama River.Some say water is the mightiest force on earth.But the yearning for freedom is even stronger.For centuries, the Alabama River has been a witness. Buried in its riverbed are countless fossils and ... Read more

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From Young People's Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, a stirring account of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches, as witnessed by the Alabama River.Some say water is the mightiest force on earth.But the yearning for freedom is even stronger.For centuries, the Alabama River has been a witness. Buried in its riverbed are countless fossils and
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Teaching the Library Research Process

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This practical resource gives academic librarians and school media specialists a complete instructional program for introducing students to the process of library research. The program has been tested and proven as an exceptionally effective method for guiding students in independent learning using library resources. The second edition of this highly regarded text incorporates use of newer library ... Read more

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This practical resource gives academic librarians and school media specialists a complete instructional program for introducing students to the process of library research. The program has been tested and proven as an exceptionally effective method for guiding students in independent learning using library resources. The second edition of this highly regarded text incorporates use of newer library
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Charles Albert Tindley, the Father of Gospel Music

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A stirring picture book biography from ALSC Children’s Literature Legacy Award–winning Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, about gospel composer and preacher Charles Albert Tindley, best known for the gospel hymn “We’ll Understand It Better By and By.”At a time when most African Americans were still enslaved, Charles Tindley was born free. His childhood was far ... Read more

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A stirring picture book biography from ALSC Children’s Literature Legacy Award–winning Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, about gospel composer and preacher Charles Albert Tindley, best known for the gospel hymn “We’ll Understand It Better By and By.”At a time when most African Americans were still enslaved, Charles Tindley was born free. His childhood was far
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The Feud That Sparked the Renaissance

How Brunelleschi and Ghiberti Changed the Art World

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"Walker here pairs off proto-architect Filippo Brunelleschi and doormaker Lorenzo Ghiberti in an often engaging version of Quattrocento Smackdown." — Library JournalJoining the bestsellers Longitude and Galileo's Daughter, this is a lively and intriguing tale of two artists whose competitive spirit brought to life one of the world's most magnificent structures and ignited the Renaissance.The dome ... Read more

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"Walker here pairs off proto-architect Filippo Brunelleschi and doormaker Lorenzo Ghiberti in an often engaging version of Quattrocento Smackdown." — Library JournalJoining the bestsellers Longitude and Galileo's Daughter, this is a lively and intriguing tale of two artists whose competitive spirit brought to life one of the world's most magnificent structures and ignited the Renaissance.The dome
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Who Was Alexander Hamilton?

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Read the story of the Founding Father who inspired the smash Broadway musical.Born in the British West Indies and orphaned as a child, Alexander Hamilton made his way to the American Colonies and studied to become a lawyer. He joined a local militia during the American Revolution, rose to the rank of Major General, and became the chief aide to General George Washington. After the war, he became ... Read more

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Read the story of the Founding Father who inspired the smash Broadway musical.Born in the British West Indies and orphaned as a child, Alexander Hamilton made his way to the American Colonies and studied to become a lawyer. He joined a local militia during the American Revolution, rose to the rank of Major General, and became the chief aide to General George Washington. After the war, he became
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Michelangelo, God's Architect

The Story of His Final Years and Greatest Masterpiece

by William E. Wallace ...

The untold story of Michelangelo's final decades—and his transformation into one of the greatest architects of the Italian RenaissanceAs he entered his seventies, the great Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo despaired that his productive years were past. Anguished by the death of friends and discouraged by the loss of commissions to younger artists, this supreme painter and sculptor began ... Read more

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The untold story of Michelangelo's final decades—and his transformation into one of the greatest architects of the Italian RenaissanceAs he entered his seventies, the great Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo despaired that his productive years were past. Anguished by the death of friends and discouraged by the loss of commissions to younger artists, this supreme painter and sculptor began
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The Light of Italy

The Life and Times of Federico da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino

by Jane Stevenson ...

The story of the Renaissance city and palace of Urbino, and the life of the extraordinary man who created it: Federico da Montefeltro.'Painstakingly researched and yet unfailingly readable' Ross King'An insight into one of Renaissance Italy's most glamorous courts' Catherine Fletcher'The perfect tour guide to the past' Literary Review'A fabulous merging of seductive design with bravura scholarship ... Read more

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The story of the Renaissance city and palace of Urbino, and the life of the extraordinary man who created it: Federico da Montefeltro.'Painstakingly researched and yet unfailingly readable' Ross King'An insight into one of Renaissance Italy's most glamorous courts' Catherine Fletcher'The perfect tour guide to the past' Literary Review'A fabulous merging of seductive design with bravura scholarship
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Meet Martin Luther King, Jr.

by James T. de Kay ...

Series series Landmark Books
Learn about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with this revised edition of the popular Random House Step Up(TM) Biography of the great civil-rights leader and advocate for peaceful resistance --includes new text and additional dynamic photos. Perfect for reading level: 2.2.When Martin Luther King Jr., was growing up, he wasn't allowed to use the water fountains the white children drank from- ... Read more

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Learn about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with this revised edition of the popular Random House Step Up(TM) Biography of the great civil-rights leader and advocate for peaceful resistance --includes new text and additional dynamic photos. Perfect for reading level: 2.2.When Martin Luther King Jr., was growing up, he wasn't allowed to use the water fountains the white children drank from-
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