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21. Making of an indigenous movement:
 
22. Aux Origines de L'Identite Franco-Ontarienne
 
23. On the Edge of the Law: Culture,
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24. Devilengine (v. 3)
 
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25. The Social Impact of the Chad-cameroon
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26. The Historical Bigfoot
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27. Lamar Archaeology: Mississippian
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28. Mediabistro.com Presents Small
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29. Cryptozoology: Science & Speculation
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30. Transmitting the Past: Historical
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31. My Job Went to India: 52 Ways
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32. Autopsyrotica
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33. Human Embryonic Stem Cells: The
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34. Cultures of the World Group 25
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35. When Staying Home Is Not an Option:
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36. Making Sense of the Senseless::
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37. Tracked By Bushrangers, And Other
38. Invading the Indigenous ... While
 
39. Klūaimai =: Beautiful orchids

21. Making of an indigenous movement: Culture, ethnicity, and post-Marxist social praxis in Ecuador (Research paper series / Latin American Institute)
by Chad T Black
 Unknown Binding: 42 Pages (1999)

Asin: B0006R86US
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22. Aux Origines de L'Identite Franco-Ontarienne : Education, Culture et Economie (A
by Chad; Henault, Gilles (translator); Demers, Lise (translator) Gaffield
 Paperback: Pages (1993)

Asin: B001KV8FBY
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23. On the Edge of the Law: Culture, Labor, and Deviance on the South Texas Border
by Chad Richardson
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Asin: B001K1VW3W
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24. Devilengine (v. 3)
by CHAD MICHAEL WARD Chad Michael Ward
Paperback: 80 Pages (2007-06-05)
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The critically acclaimed creator behind 'Black Rust' and 'Autopsyrotica' returns with a third stunning volume of beauty and decay. Featuring a selection of commercial work and never-before-seen photos and paintings, DevilEngine is a must have for fans of Ward's darkly original imagery. ... Read more


25. The Social Impact of the Chad-cameroon Oil Pipeline: How Industrial Development Affects Gender Relations, Land Tenure, and Local Culture
by Joyce B. Endeley; Fondo Sikod
 Hardcover: 292 Pages (2007-04-30)
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Asin: 0773454853
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This study explores the concepts of globalization, gender relations, and land tenure, and the intersection of these concepts in a globalizing project, represented by the Chad-Cameroon Oil Pipeline project in selected communities in Cameroon. It questions the theories of globalization, the construction of women and men in the project, particularly as concern land resources. This work will appeal to scholars in social and management sciences, gender studies and environmental sciences in Africa, development agencies and multinational companies like the World Bank and petroleum consortiums, and policy makers. ... Read more


26. The Historical Bigfoot
by Chad Arment
Paperback: 348 Pages (2006-08-22)
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Asin: 1930585306
Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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The Historical Bigfoot covers sightings of Wild Men, Gorillas, Yahoos, and What-Is-It's, from the early 1800s to the 1940s. Before the term "Bigfoot" was coined to signify an unknown species of North American primate, sightings of towering bipedal apes were reported throughout the continent, but called a variety of names. This book compiles and sorts the most significant sightings, but also provides a look at hoaxes, misidentifications, and the influential perspective of newspaper editors as they dealt with reports of a strange hairy manlike ape. ... Read more

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5-0 out of 5 stars A result of exhaustive research
The skeptics can deny the existence of North American cryptids but they cannot deny the existence of the huge catalogue of reported sightings spanning such a long period of time.This books is obviously the result of a lot of hard work and exhaustive research.This book is an absolute must-have for the Sasquatch enthusiast.It is a study of the subject from a historical view and also from a sociological view.

5-0 out of 5 stars Groundbreaking Research
Chad Arment has produced another winner, with this outpouring of archival research that lays the groundwork for any understanding of modern hominid or "apeman" sightings. Silly anonymous claims that another reviewer "could have slapped this together over the weekend" smell of sour grapes from someone who's never spent five minutes in newspaper archives. No one interested in Sasquatch or natural mysteries will want to let this volume slip away.

3-0 out of 5 stars More accurately... The Misleading Bigfoot
This "book" is in fact only a slapped-together collection of news articles and blurbs which reference "wild men" sightings. There is the sparsest introduction which pretends to some kind of academic Bigfoot elitism, but never delivers, as there is absolutely no narrative, no attempt at context placement, no explanations of any of the relevant themes etc. There are only the articles, reprinted as is, and organized by state, that's it.

I could have slapped this together over the weekend.

The title though technically accurate is misleading in that there is no actual reference to Bigfoot, only to "wild men" etc that may or may not have been a Bigfoot since the articles all predate the term Bigfoot, and hence the post modern legend. The worst part though is that most of these stories are more or less identical, and the best one's (such as Jacko's) are all familiar from being included in far better and more inclusive Bigfoot books. If your OK with paying a hefty price for what is essentially a flip through, go for it, otherwise save your money and invest in a more substantial Bigfoot book you can actually read, like the Bigfoot Casebook Bigfoot Casebook updated: Sightings And Encounters from 1818 to 2004 which has the best of the Historical Bigfoot plus!

Three stars for being about Bigfoot, zero for effort. The Historical Bigfoot is for hardcore Bigfoot aficionados and paraphernalia collectors only!

5-0 out of 5 stars book review
Finally, a collection of old newspaper articles about Bigfoot, all in one place!! This gives both a historical spin to the story of Bigfoot, and an interesting view into the opinions of and storytelling abilities of those who reported on Bigfoot in the past.

4-0 out of 5 stars Mysteries Magazine review
Chad Arment's third book on cryptozoology is the result of prodigious archival research on unknown primate reports filed from 41 states and six Canadian provinces between 1785 and 1946. The book effectively disproves the claim that Bigfoot was "invented" by a Bluff Creek, CA, hoaxer in 1958 or by a mercenary cameraman in 1967. If The Historical Bigfoot achieved that goal alone, it would be worth the cover price, but Arment offers a great deal more.

A skeptic in the purest sense, Arment opens with a thorough discussion of every conceivable explanation for false Bigfoot sightings, including hoaxes and stories contrived for ulterior motives, or misidentification of known animals or human beings. When all else is eliminated, only one possibility remains: that an unknown species still dwells in the wild reaches of North America.

The beauty of Arment's work is that he allows the historical record to speak for itself, through newspaper articles relating 143 separate sightingsacross North America. Nor do classic cases from the Pacific Northwest predominate. British Columbia and Oregon present only six cases each while Washington and northern California share another six between them. The entire region falls short of Pennsylvania, which has 19 cases on file while neighboring Ohio boasts 15.

Arment does not interpret the specific cases, nor does he dismiss them out of hand. Rather, he presents an archive so that readers can pursue specific items at their leisure.

Most of the stories collected in The Historical Bigfoot will be new to readers of the classic literature and to many field researchers. In that respect, the book performs an invaluable service. Casual Bigfoot buffs and serious cryptozoologists alike will rue the day they let this volume pass them by.
--www.mysteriesmagazine.com ... Read more


27. Lamar Archaeology: Mississippian Chiefdoms in the Deep South
Paperback: 272 Pages (1990-08-30)
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Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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4-0 out of 5 stars Lamar Archaeology
Pretty informative, although some of it was a bit technical. Much more needs to be written about these cultures. ... Read more


28. Mediabistro.com Presents Small Screen, Big Picture: A Writer's Guide to the TV Business
by Chad Gervich
Paperback: 448 Pages (2008-11-25)
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Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Take On Hollywood and Make It as a Television Writer.

From mediabistro.com, the media industry’s most well-respected source for jobs, professional development, and community, this inside-the-business guide gives you the knowledge and tools you need to infiltrate Hollywood and land a job as a TV writer. That’s right—Small Screen, Big Picture gives you a competitive edge over millions of other aspiring writers who share your talent, creativity, and determination . . . because after reading these pages, you’ll have the one thing they lack: an understanding of the business of television.

This journey into Hollywood’s inner workings not only details how networks, studios, and production companies work together, it teaches you how the process affects the creation and writing of TV series, how shows make money, and—ultimately—how you can use this information to break into the industry.

You’ll learn:
• What really goes on in the inner sanctum of the writers’ room—and how to be a part of it
• How today’s TV business model works—and how rapidly it’s changing
• Who has the power to buy a show idea—and how to pitch your own
• How new media formats are changing television—and how to use them to your advantage
• Which jobs will kick-start your TV writing career—and how to get hired
• And much more . . .

Armed with this solid foundation of knowledge, you’ll be ready to plan your entry into the industry and begin your successful TV writing career. ... Read more

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4-0 out of 5 stars Highly recommend this!
This is a terrifically insightful book - hugely informative whether you are a writer , assistant, upcoming exec. A great tool for anyone interested in TV - I cannot recommend it highly enough.

5-0 out of 5 stars A fascinating inside look at the TV industry
If you want to be a TV writer, order this book immediately and start reading it. If you want to be a writer, but you're not sure what kind, check out this book. If you don't care about writing, but you love TV, you'll love this book, too.

For the TV fan, this book is full of fascinating information about life behind the scenes, including how the TV industry is structured, how pilots work, how series are staffed, and a whole lot more. It includes entertaining trivia about the history of television, as well as surprising facts about past and current shows. Ever wonder how TV ratings work? It's in there. Ever wonder how much it costs to produce a pilot or a single episode of a TV show? Check out this book. You won't be disappointed. It's written in an easy to ready style, and is appealing to the general reader, who hasn't already spent years working in the entertainment business.

For the aspiring writer, this book gives you a full view of what it's like to get into the TV industry and what life is like as a TV writer. If you're not sure whether you want to be a TV writer, a screenplay writer, or a novel writer, this can help give you an idea of whether television is for you, or whether you're better off focusing your writing efforts elsewhere. It can even give you ideas on how to develop other kinds of writing: character development, point of view, and the premise are present in many other types of writing as well. Personally, reading this book gave me a lot of ideas for non-TV writing.

And, of course, if you're looking to break into the industry as a TV writer, this book is the bible you need to get started. Don't make another move until you've read this book. If you think you need to wait tables in LA for years until you get your writing break, you're dead wrong. There are a lot of things you can (and should) actively do to jump start your TV writing career, and this book lays it all out on the line. Step by step, it tells you exactly what you need to do go get started. The rest is up to you.

This book first explains how to get started in the TV industry (it's not easy, but there are several paths to take and each one is explained here), and then takes an aspiring TV writer through the long process of getting a script onto the air, step by step, with all the details. The author tells exactly what to expect along the way, including pitching a pilot, developing a pilot, the process of pilot pickup, and the development of a series. He also explains the importance of the syndication process (with rare exceptions, a show doesn't generate profit until it's been sold into syndication) and how to write a series so that it's easy to syndicate (this is very important).

There's also a full glossary of industry terms, as well as a huge appendix of additional reading, including sources for industry news, TV organizations and associations, writing programs and classes, and podcasts on the industry.

I can't imagine there's a more informative book about the television industry out there. This book tells it all, in an engaging, easy to understand style. I highly recommend it, for either the aspiring writer or for any TV fan. Enjoy!

5-0 out of 5 stars If you want to work in TV buy this
I work in the back office of an entertainment company. Lots of books will tell you they have the secrets for how to get a job, how to make a pitch, etc. Many of them are full of crap. If you have an idea you would like to put onscreen, or if you would like to get to work in TV, this book isn't a complete roadmap. But no book is a complete roadmap.

What this book does is much more important: it tells you how the industry already works so you can figure out how to put your idea in language people in the industry can understand. If you pitch a police drama to Cartoon Network they will laugh you out of the room. If you make it animated, that probably won't help. But if you get to the Adult Swim programmers, you have a chance. If you can explain why your idea fits with the rest of their schedule in that daypart, you get closer. This book will tell you why that is the case, and how to make your case.

4-0 out of 5 stars Encyclopedia-like Book with Narrow Focus and Lots of Terminology
This book certainly covers all the bases when it comes to TV programming--but it does it in a somewhat dull textbook manner.The author strings together definitions to explain the TV business without telling many interesting stories about the business.Some of the information is not completely correct--it may be true from the author's perspective but he doesn't realize there are multiple ways that things are done in the TV business.

The book claims to be "a writer's guide" but there are only three chapters out of 26that aretruly devoted to writing. And the opening chapter trying to deify Warren Littlefield is disingenuousconsidering Littlefield was the author's boss! So the book is somewhat subjective and much of it comes from the writer's mediocre background, which involves working on some shows that most of us have never heard of.

It's nice to have the terms defined in one place. And this truly is one-of-a-kind, with nothing else quite like it out there. But the audience for this book will be extremely narrow--only diehard Hollywood-bound television neophytes or someone who wants to put it on the reference shelf. But it's not an easy read for the casual TV fan and some of it is already outdated less than a year after being released.

5-0 out of 5 stars Dead On!
This book is right on target!Very insightful and an entertaining read.Highly recommend it for someone trying to break into the industry...or if you are just curious how things in Hollywood work! ... Read more


29. Cryptozoology: Science & Speculation
by Chad Arment
Paperback: 396 Pages (2004-02-01)
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Asin: 1930585152
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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5-0 out of 5 stars The One and Only
Chad Arment's textbook on cryptozoology is unique--in its very existence, in its solid scientific approach to a subject often reviled by critics as "pseudo-science," and in its healthy skepticism. Anyone interested in natural mysteries will find it a valuable addition to their libraries.

3-0 out of 5 stars It's ok
I found this book difficult reading. It is choppy in the way that it goes from the author writing, to old newspaper articles that you are reading from. I would have preferred to just hear it told by the author. It got repetitive because there are a few different articles in each chapter about the same kind of creature, so you are basically reading the same info 2 or 3 times each chapter.

5-0 out of 5 stars Book Review Cryptozoology, Science & Speculation
For those just getting into the research of Bigfoot and his kin, this is a great starter book, informing on all aspects of becoming an investigator of the big hairy mystery ape.

5-0 out of 5 stars Defining Cryptozoology
Cryptozoology: Science & Speculation by Chad Arment is a worthy attempt at defining the often slippery science of cryptozoology.The book is divided into roughly two halves, beginning with an in-depth explanation of what cryptozoology is and is not, and follows with real-world examples of its practice.

The first half of the book attempts to define, in no uncertain terms, the science that is cryptozoology.The author goes into rigorous detail here, first priming the reader with foundational chapters which address the topic from scientific, logical, and ethnozoological perspectives.This is also the most potentially difficult portion of the reading, if for no other reason than it's a characteristically dry treatment of scientific principles.If you can make it through the explanation of various forms of logical fallacy, and how scientific fact differs from theory and belief, the rest of the reading will be a breeze.That's not to say that the introductory material was superfluous or excessive.In fact, I agree entirely with the author's intent to provide a solid scientific foundation for his work.Ultimately, however, if you recall your school science course fundamentals well enough, you may find these few chapters a bit tedious.

The good new is, things soon pick up speed.The remainder of Part I ("Science") is spent addressing cryptozoology directly.What is it?What isn't it?How does a real cryptozoologist practice in the field?Why is it a relevant field of science?What are some common arguments against the existence of cryptozoology, and how can they be countered?These few chapters are the real meat-and-potatoes of book.Arment goes farther than any author I've yet read to position cryptozoology as a relevant and worthwhile field of research.If you previously used the term "cryptozoology" loosely, or assumed it to be in any way a sort of catchall for various pseudosciences, this work has a good chance of reshaping your view.The author makes a sound enough case that you could easily see new university courses cropping up for study in this area.

The latter half of the book takes an entirely different track.We now understand what cryptozoology is on paper, so the author takes us onward into the field.He presents real life cases to illustrate and support the material we've just been presented, and he manages to do so in a refreshingly broad and original manner.The ensuing chapters cover historical cases which individually demonstrate folklore, hoaxes, and genuine cryptozoological mystery.These pages include large amounts of quoted source material, interspersed with the author's commentary, and eschews mainstream topics in favor of the more obscure and focused.

All in all, this book really does qualify as a bible of cryptozoology.It goes to great lengths to define the subject as a legitimate field of scientific inquiry, and it follows through with well structured real-life illustration of the important topics.This should be a must-read for anyone who wants to intelligently discuss or otherwise practice the science of cryptozoology.

Rating: 5/5

4-0 out of 5 stars When you decide you want to understand cryptozoology and cryptozoologists, this is the book for you...
Chad Arment, with Cryptozoology: Science & Speculation, has formalized the study of "cryptids" (defined as "an ethnoknown animal for which concrete evidence does not yet exist," p. 20).Arment really works to pull form and function together in studying cryptids, discussing the scientific method, the basis of proof, and other philosophical issues related to studying the "known but unknown" (my phrasing).

Here are a few of the gems in this book:

"All cryptids are folkloric....Cryptids are folkloric because they are ethnoknown - they occupy a place in an ethnozoological scheme even through they arestill unverified by science" (p. 56).

"There are too many stretches of uninhabited or sparsely inhabited land for anyone to be adamant about the non-existence of large unknown species in North America" (p. 86).

"The overall process of cryptozoology is straightforward:1) recognize cryptid, 2) Gather information on cryptid along with pertinent environmental and ecological characteristics, 3) Determine a means of obtaining sufficient physical evidence to confirm or refute the existence of a previously unknown biological species" (p. 94).

"Before we can determine whether an account is cryptozoological, we first investigate the possibility that the sighting is a hoax, misidentification, or social fabrication" (p. 94).

"Let's be honest - there is a lot of misinformation, poor speculation, and outright baloney in many books" (p. 106).

"Cryptozoology is concerned with a very small proportion of those unrecognized species - those which have enough salience to be noticed, distinguished, and described by humans prior to scientific discovery" (p. 128).

"Cryptozoology is discovery science, not research science.This seems to confuse both enthusiasts and critics alike" (p. 136).

Arment takes the reader on a search for a number of species in North America.Some, for example the "great naked bear," he describes as probable misidentifications. Others, including the "long-tailed wildcat," he does not discount so readily.

There are a disproportionate number of "cat-like" and "primate-related" cryptids in North America.There are probably some interesting psychological reasons why this is so.

I first became aware of this literature in reference to the "Maui mystery cat" that had state biologists searching for a "black panther," obviously a potential release.However, the "evidence" was surprisingly slim, and the physical evidence in every case did not corroborate with the "ethnoknown" evidence.Why?

I also enjoyed Appendix I in Arment's book about the techniques for searching for cryptids.This was a reprint of a 1960s brochure ("Suggestions for the Obtaining of Larger Zoological Specimens for Scientific Study") written by an Ivan T. Sanderson.Mr. Sanderson was very serious about detailing these techniques with the tools at hand at the time, and noted "A Submachine gun is very effect [sic] especially if it has a short barrel and a large carbine.With it, you can chop down the biggest target and then administer a decent Coupe de Grace" (p. 353).Today's cryptozoologist would be much better off using the techniques found in the book, Restraint and Handling of Wild and Domestic Animals, by Murray E. Fowler.

This is an important book for the serious cryptozoologist. ... Read more


30. Transmitting the Past: Historical and Cultural Perspectives on Broadcasting
Hardcover: 264 Pages (2005-03-28)
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31. My Job Went to India: 52 Ways to Save Your Job (Pragmatic Programmers)
by Chad Fowler
Paperback: 232 Pages (2005-09-19)
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Asin: 0976694018
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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You've already lost your job. You may still be drawing a paycheck, but the job you were hired to do no longer exists. Your company has changed, the technology has changed, the economy has changed, and the ways you can add value have changed. Have you adapted to these changes? Or are you at risk?

Architect your career

Economic downturn. Job cuts. Outsourcing. The ever-changing tech landscape. The threats abound. Chad Fowler is here to offer 52 ways to keep your job, despite the vagaries of the market.
  • It's all about making the right choices. Choosing which technologies to focus on and which business domains to master have at least as much impact on your success as your technical knowledge--don't let those choices be accidental. Chad shows you all aspects of the decision-making process so you can ensure that you're investing your time and energy in the right areas.
  • It's all about skills. You'll develop a structured plan for keeping your skills up-to-date so that you can compete with both the growing stable of developers in so-called low-cost countries as well as your higher-priced local peers. You'll learn how to shift your skillset up the value chain, from an offshore-ready commodity to one in high demand.
  • It's all about marketing. As with any product or service, if nobody knows what you're selling, nobody will buy. Chad shows you how to create a plan for marketing yourself both inside your company and to the industry in general.
Like it or not, the IT career landscape has changed. This handbook will teach you what you need to do to avoid being left behind.

About the author Chad Fowler has been a software developer and manager for some of the world's largest corporations. He recently lived and worked in India, setting up and leading an offshore software development center for a large multinational company.

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5-0 out of 5 stars Fantastic career advice
Really nice book about how to take charge of your IT career. Especially useful for junior programmers.

3-0 out of 5 stars good advice for programmers at any level
Really good book for programmers who don't want to be seen as 'expendable'. Apart from the self-development advice, which is probably obvious to most good programmers; he touches on subjects which aren't so obvious, like managing your perception to non-technical people, i.e. it's doesn't matter how good you are, if your boss, who may not be technical doesn't understand what value you're adding to the company, then you're expendable. Good advice for those of us who are hard core techies who don't want to play office politics to get ahead.

2-0 out of 5 stars generic repetitive advice
I regret the time spent reading this book.
Only somebody with a very high opinion of himself could try to share suchcommonplace and generic ideas.

You would do better by spending your time reading on of the following books which actually provide concrete advice on becoming better at our craft:
-The Pragmatic Programmer: From Journeyman to Master by Andrew Hunt and David Thomas
-Code Complete: A Practical Handbook of Software Construction by Steve McConnell
-Practices of an Agile Developer: Working in the Real World by Venkat Subramaniam and Andy Hunt

5-0 out of 5 stars 52 Ways to be the "Best of the Best"
This book was a much needed wakeup call with respect to the realities of software engineering and the international market for those skills.We all understand that international competition is driving businesses to reduce costs by outsourcing software engineering projects, but few U.S. software engineers have a plan for countering the effects of this outsourcing.Chad Fowler's first hand experience managing outsourcing teams in India allows him to provide a unique cultural and professional perspective with the survival techniques needed by U.S. software engineers.From the content of this book, it is apparent that Chad Fowler is experienced, current and knowledgeable in the magical and demanding art of software engineering management.This book provides 52 bullets of behaviors/practices for evolving into the "best of the best" in order to insulate yourself from the impacts of outsourcing - and he justifies each of these with real world examples.This book is a great companion to the masterpiece book "Pragmatic Programmer" by Hunt and Thomas, which addresses the craft of software engineering with equally convincing justifications and examples.

5-0 out of 5 stars Insightful, great career advice for a beginner
I just graduated from college and started working as a developer for a software company. Life in college is very different from professional life. I felt a little lost and wasn't sure how to manage my time at work and outside of work. I wasn't sure about how the world works outside of college. This book gave me some good advice and guidance. It is also a fun read and contains some useful facts and moral lessons. ... Read more


32. Autopsyrotica
by Chad Michael Ward
Paperback: 80 Pages (2006-05)
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Asin: 156163462X
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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5-0 out of 5 stars THE ANTI-GLAMOUR ART BOOK
Combining death, sex, goth, and erotica, Autopsyrotica is the anti-glamour pin-up collection.Boldly colored, glistening bodies are replaced by dark, horrific, yet hauntingly beautiful images from artist Chad Michael Ward.Ward combines his skills at digital photography and digital painting to provide an 80 page collection that make Clive Barker's Hellish Cenobytes look tame by comparison.The images are paired with Ward's text in symphony of depravity. It's as if Ward took his models, and sent them down to the Abyss where they were transformed by demonic hands.His mastery of the digital format blends seamlessly.These are images that will stick with you long after you've put the book down.And the models seem to dare you to just try and forget them!

"Zombie" is perhaps at once the most terrifying, and yet sorrowful pieces in the book.The dark make-up around her eyes and her black hair blend into the deep, background shadows, making them seem as one.Only her left eye seems to hint at a shred of life, peering hatefully off of the page.

"Queen Hell" is appropriately named.This piece features a snarling, twisted horned, unholy queen who is the living embodiment of Hell.Then there is "The Curse", perhaps the second most chilling image in the book.Grimacing...wide-eyed...hair disheveled...this poor girl personifies madness, anger, and revenge.

Visually stunning and thoroughly unsettling, Autopsyrotica is certainly not for the squeamish.And due to its subject matter and nudity, it is definitely a book for mature audiences.But those who appreciate the female form...in all its forms, even the dark and wicked, will find it to be a unique experience to read.I also love the fact that the models names and pictures were listed in the credits in the back of the book.Nice Touch!From NBM Publishing.

Reviewed by Tim Janson
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33. Human Embryonic Stem Cells: The Practical Handbook
Hardcover: 424 Pages (2007-08-06)
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Asin: 0470033568
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With this valuable practical guide, three members of the Harvard Stem Cell Institute have compiled and edited the definite handbook for the exciting new field of human embryonic stem cell research. The editors have gathered protocols from scientists with extensive reputation and expertise, describing and comparing currently used techniques for the culture of human stem cells and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the different approaches.

Human Embryonic Stem Cells: The Practical Handbook contains the first centralised collection of methods used in human embryonic stem cell biology. The book covers the derivation of human stem cell lines, the obtaining of cells from human stem cell banks, the culturing and characterisation of the cells, and the differentiation of the cells in vitro and in vivo. Lastly, almost all of these protocols can also be used for analyzing and manipulating induced pluripotency iPS stem cells. This allows an even greater number of opportunities for those interested in purusing work in pluripotent stem cells, disease modelling, and other aspects of basic regenerative medicine research.

The novel and useful focus of this book sets it apart from other available books:

  • Compares and evaluates the protocols used in leading laboratories working on human embryonic stem cells
  • Centred solely on practical protocols for human (not mouse) embryonic stem cell research
  • Includes extensive troubleshooting sections
  • Addresses the different proclivities and behaviours of individual human embryonic cell lines
  • Contains techniques currently known only to a small number of specialised laboratories worldwide

This handbook represents an essential source of up-to-date practical information for all cell and developmental biologists working with human embryonic stem cells or wishing to enter the field. It is also essential reading for clinical researchers in areas such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurological diseases.

Praise from the reviews:

"...a highly readable and useful book… A notable feature of the book is its air of openness and honesty… This book… will help many to navigate the uncharted waters of human embryonic stem cell biology." BRITISH SOCIETY FOR CELL BIOLOGY

"... the imaginative solutions in this book can inspire us to get past our most frustrating limitations." CELL STEM CELL

"... the richness in the details of each protocol presented will certainly encourage more scientists to begin studies of Human pluripotent stem cells..."  REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

"In this fast-moving field, this [handbook] will help drive advances of more and more researchers."  DIFFERENTIATION

"...a valuable resource for seasoned and novice researchers... an excellent addition to the reference collection of any medical library or research laboratory." THE AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION ... Read more

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5-0 out of 5 stars Great book
Excellent handbook. One chapter on endoderm induction was particularly useful for our research, as well as a section showing how different cell lines behaved in terms of differentiation potential. We found all the protocols tested to be robust. Troubleshooting sections were well written and easy to follow.

5-0 out of 5 stars Exceptionally helpful
This book really helped us a lot. We recently started reprogrammed human skin cellsvia the Yamanaka method to make pluripotent stem cells and we have used the protocols in this book to characterise the cells and differentiate them into different cell types. We are currently using Zwaka's chapter to make reporter lines. What's brilliant is there is lots in this book about what to do when things go well.
Worth every penny.
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34. Cultures of the World Group 25
by Martha Kneib, Suzanne Levert, David C. King
Hardcover: Pages (2007-01-07)
list price: US$256.71 -- used & new: US$155.68
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Asin: 0761423265
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35. When Staying Home Is Not an Option: A Working Mother's Guide to Creative Time with the Young Ones
by Roberta Chad
Paperback: 114 Pages (2002-09)
list price: US$9.95 -- used & new: US$1.98
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Asin: 0971611319
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This practical guide is for mothers or parents who have to work but also want to spend quality time with their children. Stimulating and selectively chosen games and activities are suggested, many of which can be performed within a tight schedule, encourage the love of learning and develop a thirst for reading. Ways to budget time so that employment will not be adversely affected are offered, as are tips for finding and keeping good help, making bath time and meals fun, and making time for errands, friends, one's pouse, and oneself. Lists of suggested books, videos, and CDs are included. ... Read more


36. Making Sense of the Senseless:: The Experience of Being Gay Bashed
by D. Chad Smith
Paperback: 224 Pages (2010-01-14)
list price: US$115.00 -- used & new: US$108.25
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Asin: 3639229878
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Violence against gay men occurs every day, yet little research has been done from a qualitative perspective exploring the impact of gay bashing and homophobia on the lives of gay men.This Master?s of Social Work thesis research examines the experiences of gay men that have been victims of various levels of violence, directed at them as a result of their sexual orientation/identity.Using a qualitative approach, six men were interviewed and shared their experiences.Data was analyzed using Grounded Theory.The main objective of the research was to explore the experience of gay bashing and gain a better understanding of the issues related to this experience.This research adds to the knowledge base around the experiences of sexual minority men and provides information for social workers, medical practitioners, law enforcement agencies, teachers and other service providers that will encounter gay men that have experience homophobia.It provides information that can be used to shape policy and practice to better assist gay men that are victims of violence.It also provides a voice to the many men whose stories are never heard and whose experiences are often discounted. ... Read more


37. Tracked By Bushrangers, And Other Stories, Together With Work For The Master, A Series Of Papers For Woman
by Ellen Chads
Paperback: 96 Pages (2009-07-24)
list price: US$26.45 -- used & new: US$22.42
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Asin: 1444649671
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Originally published in 1891, This is a fascinating novel of the period and still an interesting read today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more


38. Invading the Indigenous ... While the Rest of Us Watch
by Douglas Melloy
Kindle Edition: Pages (2010-07-04)
list price: US$7.25
Asin: B003VWCJ6C
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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The end of the world is the coming extinction of the invader culture mindset. This will happen by December 14, 2012. The warlord god Jehovah, of the Old Testament, returns to destroy His chosen people for maintaining the faith. This entity converted the image and likeness of God into a social organism that conquers, enslaves, and destroys through covenanted stipulation. The invader culture exists due to Jehovah taking possession of His chosen and converting them into those who war against the indigenous through the ideologies of hierarchy, elitism, superiority, chosen-ness, and the dogma of good versus evil. The indigenous are the original design created by Yahweh and brought to life by Id 75,000 years ago. Those who are not living either as an invader or the indigenous are living arbitrarily.

Jesus taught love, forgiveness, and doing unto others to end fear, judgment, and persecution, which are personalized as war, greed, and class distinction. Humanity was given two thousand years to end the ways of the invader culture. Humanity is responsible for being and living its design. The last battle fought will be in the heavens between the warlord god Jehovah and Id the bestower of man. This battle will last for seven days. It will be a conflict of light. This will change life as we know it on this planet. Humanity will return to being ”will, love, light, and consciousness,” according to God, Yahweh, Id, and the universe. This will return people to living as they were created long ago. Humanity will evolve until it collectively ascends. This book explains in detail what the end times actually involve and why. www.innercirclepublishing.com

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39. Klūaimai =: Beautiful orchids
by Chao ʻAtsawaphichēt
 Unknown Binding: Pages (2517-01-01)

Asin: B0007BO2YC
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