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Author: James G. Blight Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers ISBN: 1461642205 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 351
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In October 1962 school children huddled under their desks and diplomats feverishly negotiated as the world sat on the brink of nuclear war. The Cuban Missile Crisis was the most dangerous moment in modern history and resulted in a changed worldview for the United States, the Soviet Union, and Cuba. In tracing the developments of the missile crisis and beyond, Sad and Luminous Days presents and interprets a heretofore unavailable (and largely unknown) secret speech that Castro delivered to the Cuban leadership in 1968. In it, Castro reflects on the crisis and reveals the distrust and bitterness that characterized Cuban-Soviet relations in 1968. Blight and Brenner frame the annotated speech with an examination of the missile crisis itself, and an analysis of Cuban-Soviet relations between 1962–1968, ending with an epilogue that highlights the lessons the missile crisis offers us in the current search for security and a stable world order. Sad and Luminous Days sheds new light on Cuban-Soviet relations and should be required reading not only for Cold-War scholars and historians, but also for anyone intrigued by the drama of the thirteen momentous days in October 1962.
Author: James G. Blight Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers ISBN: 1461642205 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 351
Book Description
In October 1962 school children huddled under their desks and diplomats feverishly negotiated as the world sat on the brink of nuclear war. The Cuban Missile Crisis was the most dangerous moment in modern history and resulted in a changed worldview for the United States, the Soviet Union, and Cuba. In tracing the developments of the missile crisis and beyond, Sad and Luminous Days presents and interprets a heretofore unavailable (and largely unknown) secret speech that Castro delivered to the Cuban leadership in 1968. In it, Castro reflects on the crisis and reveals the distrust and bitterness that characterized Cuban-Soviet relations in 1968. Blight and Brenner frame the annotated speech with an examination of the missile crisis itself, and an analysis of Cuban-Soviet relations between 1962–1968, ending with an epilogue that highlights the lessons the missile crisis offers us in the current search for security and a stable world order. Sad and Luminous Days sheds new light on Cuban-Soviet relations and should be required reading not only for Cold-War scholars and historians, but also for anyone intrigued by the drama of the thirteen momentous days in October 1962.
Author: Robert J. Higgs Publisher: Mercer University Press ISBN: 9780865549562 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 438
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An Unholy Alliance offers a dissenting view to the claim by a growing number of scholars that Sports are a new religion. The last few years have seen a spate of books that might be classified by a genre called "Sports Apologetics," that is, arguments defending or celebrating in one way or another the familiar and ongoing alliance in America between sports and religion. Recently, claims have been made by scholars that sports are an authentic religion in and of themselves. They make this startling assertion not by showing connections with the teachings of Buddha, Jesus, Mohammed, or Moses, but by parallels between the rites of modern games and those of preliterate man that were "religious" in nature because they were designed to propitiate powers and to ward off evil for the tribes employing them. In this evocative book, Higgs and Braswell suggest that while sports may often be good things, they are not inherently divine. They do not focus on wide-spread abuse in sports as evidence for their counterargument. Rather, they question the use of mythological parallels from prehistory as justification for viewing sports as a religion.
Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers ISBN: 0307979679 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 41
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Peanut Butter and Jellyfish are the best of friends. They swim up. They swim down. They swim all around. Except near Crabby, who never has anything nice to say to them. "You two swim like humans" is the least of his insults. Then one day Crabby is caught in a lobster trap and needs their help! Should they help him? It's Peanut Butter and Jellyfish to the rescue! Crabby might be afraid of heights . . . but will he be brave enough to apologize? This charming story about friendship, kindness, and building social skills is perfect for preschoolers and kindergarteners.
Author: CAROL MCLEOD Publisher: Bridge Logos Inc ISBN: 1610369017 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 192
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Carol shares her wealth of knowledge in finding the joy in the midst of potty training and endless laundry, sleepless nights and tantrums. Carol is a mom who deeply cares about the next generation of women who are raising their children to make a difference in the world. Daily encouragement is backed up with biblical versus to reflect and meditate on.
Author: Amy Burkman Publisher: Corwin Press ISBN: 1452238022 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 137
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"A timely and critically important guide focused on the competencies essential for teachers to enter the classroom and work with diverse students." —Patrick M. Jenlink, Professor of Doctoral Studies Stephen F. Austin State University, TX "The authors have created a comprehensive, upbeat, and positive step-by-step process on how to study for the TExES exam—offering real-life ideas that even a veteran teacher could use." —Debra Hurst, ELL Kindergarten Teacher Austin Independent School District, TX Ace the test, lower your stress, and achieve success! Best-selling author Elaine L. Wilmore and educator Amy Burkman bring extensive TExES exam-development and workshop-training experience to this comprehensive handbook. Written in a friendly and encouraging tone, the text helps aspiring teachers prepare for the Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities TExES Exam. The book details each of the learner-centered standards, domains, and competencies while addressing today′s hot topics of assessment, diversity, technology, family and student engagement, legal/ethical issues, and professional development. The authors also connect theory to practice with real-life examples that demonstrate the leadership philosophy behind the exam. Special features include: Test-taking tips and strategies that build confidence Practical application examples from each domain and area of competency A fun "Our Favorites" section that develops critical thinking and synthesizes concepts Practice "decision sets" with answers targeted to specific competencies This guidebook is more than the definitive roadmap to preparing for the PPR TExES exam. The authors give you indispensable keys to becoming a successful and world-changing teacher.
Author: Joel Blaine Kirkpatrick Publisher: Joel Blaine Kirkpatrick ISBN: 0557359856 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 178
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The appearance of a wandering black hole sends physicists scrambling to determine what effect it will have. But first, they have to figure out exactly where it is...and where it is going.
Author: Evangeline Munns Publisher: Jason Aronson, Incorporated ISBN: 1461632080 Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 411
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Theraplay is a form of structured play therapy designed to strengthen the attachment between parents and their child. Dr. Evangeline Munns, a Theraplay therapist and trainer, introduces this treatment method in its traditional format of individual child and parent sessions. Its simple, action-oriented, and visual activities are presented in an atmosphere of playfulness and fun, designed to easily engage both parent and child. The adaptability of this approach has led to its innovative application in working with various populations (failure to-thrive infants, sexually abused children), within various formats (siblings, families, multi-families, groups), and in various settings (private practice, mental health centers, schools). Emphasizing enhanced self-esteem, trust, and confidence, Theraplay techniques are clearly and creatively presented with rich clinical detail in this volume.
Author: Velma Seawell Daniels Publisher: Pelican Publishing ISBN: 9781455610150 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 136
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"This is the kind of book that, having read it, you'll want to travel a thousand miles to meet the author. It should be kept forever handy for instant rereading when the spirit is down." -John Frasca, Pulitzer Prize winner The theme of this book is joy. The characters, whether famous or ordinary, have at least one thing in common-they have inspired others through acts of faith, hope, and love. Here, one can read stories about people like Corrie ten Boom and other fascinating individuals. Velma Seawell Daniels tells of how the many people she has known have affected her life by the way they lived their own lives. Pelican's Patches of Joy will replenish your soul.
Author: James G. Blight
Author: James G. Blight
Author: Nadine Bernard Westcott
Author: Robert J. Higgs
Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Author: Holly Hein
Author: CAROL MCLEOD
Author: Amy Burkman
Author: Joel Blaine Kirkpatrick
Author: Evangeline Munns
Author: Velma Seawell Daniels