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Cover of Perspectives on Leadership: a Synthesis of Types and Theories
by Joachim Ifezuo Oforchukwu
Language: English
Release Date: May 11, 2011

The ?urpose of this book is to di??u?? the different aspects of leader?hi? trait? in detail .... Good leader? are develo?ed through a never ending ?ro?e?? of ?elf-?tudy, edu?ation, training, and ex?erien?e. -From the Introduction In this insightful book, Dr. Oforchukwu explores all dimensions of leadership...
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Clockmaking - Past And Present

With Which Is Incorporated The More Important Portions Of 'Clocks, Watches And Bells,' By The Late Lord Grimthorpe Relating To Turret Clocks And Gravity Escapements

by G. F. C. Gordon
Language: English
Release Date: April 16, 2013

This vintage book contains a complete guide to clocking making. This text is a veritable must-have for anyone with a keen interest in clocks and watches, and includes detailed, interesting information on the history of clock making, descriptions of the inner machinations and composition of clocks,...
Cover of The Lever Escapement - A Guide to the Many Variations of this Crucial Element of Clock Work
by Anon.
Language: English
Release Date: August 26, 2016

This antiquarian work contains a comprehensive guide to the many variations in the lever escapement of clocks, with information on history, manufacture, popularity, and evolution. Complete with detailed diagrams and a wealth of interesting information on the subject, this text will be of much value...
Cover of Quaint and Curious Clocks - Curiosities and Novelties of Horology
by Anon.
Language: English
Release Date: August 26, 2016

This antiquarian work contains a fascinating look at a variety of novel clocks and timepieces, with information on their history, manufacture, makers, and much more. Each piece is discussed in great detail and is accompanied with illustrations showing just how curious and unique some of these wonderful...
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Stamp Collecting For Beginner Stamp Collectors

An All-Complete Guide To Making Stamp Albums, How To Find Stamps, How To Study Stamp Values, Rare Stamps And Fake Stamps So You Can Start Your Own Exquisite Stamp Collection

by Kim J. Connery
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2012

Stamp collecting is one of the world’s most popular hobbies. It is a leisure pursuit enjoyed by nearly 20 million collectors in the US alone. Stamp collecting can require a fairly large investment in time, money and effort, especially when you intend to become a really serious collector...
Cover of What Is...ADR in Health Care Disputes?
by Viggo Boserup, Brian Parmelee, Jerry P. Roscoe
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2015

Alternative dispute resolution, or ADR, is the practice of resolving disputes through processes other than litigation. The most common forms of ADR are mediation and arbitration, but many other forms exist in the Health Care arena to address specific types of disputes and their need for tailored processes...
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Assault Landing Craft

Design, Construction & Operators

by Brian Lavery
Language: English
Release Date: October 27, 2009

The landing craft assault or LCA was one of the unsung heroes of the Second World War. It took part in practically every amphibious operation from Norway to Normandy and landed around 400,000 men in action conditions, plus many more in training. It was the only serviceable British landing craft at...
Cover of Chicopee
by Stephen R. Jendrysik
Language: English
Release Date: February 23, 2005

The original meaning of �Chicopee� is �place where water rushes.� In 1823, Jonathan Dwight purchased the water privilege at Skenungonuck Falls in Chicopee. Five years later, the textile mill had fourteen thousand spindles and nearly five hundred looms, making it the second-largest operation in...
Cover of Mendoza, Argentina Travel Guide - What To See & Do
by Kenneth Humphrey
Language: English
Release Date: August 30, 2012

  Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Mendoza, Argentina. Mendoza is a city in western Argentina, in the desert Cuyo region. Mendoza is the center of the Argentinian wine industry, for which it is world renowned. It is also near the Aconcagua, the highest mountain...
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In the Cockpit

Inside 50 History-Making Aircraft

by National Air and Space Museum
Language: English
Release Date: September 27, 2011

The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum holds the country's premier collection of historic aircrafts, but visitors must view these impressive structures at a distance. In the Cockpit captures the feeling of helming these historic craft with big, gorgeous four–color photographs that...
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Pistols and Revolvers

From 1400 to the Present Day

by Martin J Dougherty
Language: English
Release Date: April 20, 2017

Matchlock, wheel lock, flintlock and caplock; .44 or 9mm; revolver and automatic the history of pistols and revolvers is a fascinating journey through the development of hand-held firearms technology.From early hand cannon of the late 14th century to the latest automatics and machine pistols, Collector’s...
Cover of From What We Should Do to Who We Should Be

From What We Should Do to Who We Should Be

Negotiating Theological Reflections and Praxis in the Context of Hiv/Aids Among the Igbos of Nigeria

by Benedict Chidi Nwachukwu-Udaku
Language: English
Release Date: August 5, 2011

HIV/AIDS constitutes a global problem. A good number of scholars from different nationalities, multiple rationalities, religious sensibilities, theological intelligibilities and ethical, cultural, and ecclesiastical backgrounds have affirmed that this worldwide quagmire constitutes a global health...
Cover of Empowered on the Road to Your Breakthrough

Empowered on the Road to Your Breakthrough

What Is God's Purpose for My Life?

by Muriel Wilson
Language: English
Release Date: March 10, 2014

Empowered means you don't access your own ability to live your life, but by tapping into God's ability to help you live a victorious life, and obtain your breakthrough. If you had wealth and lost it through the market crash, this book will show you that there is another kind of wealth called Eternal...
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SOUTHERN LIVING Best Southern Homes

250 Ideas to Design Your Dream Home

by The Editors of Southern Living
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2016

In celebration of Southern Living's 50th anniversary, this keepsake issue is full of decorating and design ideas for creating timeless Southern homes. We take readers on a tour of our all-time best Idea Houses, and share the most inspiring and beautiful rooms and spaces we've published in 50 years.
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