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This book is a lavishly illustrated retrospective showcase of the life and work of sculptor Michael Cooper of Sebastopol, California, USA. More than 300 photographs provide an in-depth look into Michael's youth in California's Central Valley; his art education and training at San Jose State University and University of California at Berkeley; and his career development and accomplishments over five decades. Included are insightful and informative essays by renowned essayist and historian Paul Karlstrom and John Lavine, former editor of Woodwork magazine, as well as a foreword by Jeff Nathanson, executive director of the Museum of Sonoma County.More than one hundred examples of Michael's detailed working drawings reveal his design ideas and thought processes as he plans and creates his sculptures, and 285 large, stunning full-color photographs give the reader an intimate, almost tactile appreciation of the superb craftsmanship and creative expression apparent in his intriguing and thought-provoking sculptures.Michael's introduction and a workplace section featuring photographs of Michael's home grounds and the artist at work in his spacious and well-equipped studio welcome the reader into his world in a friendly and intimate way.When we close the book, we feel as though we know this unique artist and have actually entered his studio to be inspired and awed, to watch him work and enjoy his friendly company.

Robert Hooke was one of the most gifted men of his age, but it was his great misfortune to work in the sphere of two remarkable men - Isaac Newton and Christopher Wren. While they gained the recognition of a monument in Westminster Abbey, Hooke died unloved, alone and in poverty. This title recognizes the great contribution that he made.

This book serves as an introduction to the Cretaceous geology and palaeontology of south-central Africa, covering the whole of Southern and Eastern Africa and Angola. Fifty two plates illustrate almost 1000 species and provide a field guide to the macrofossils of the subcontinent. The book will be of value to field geologists, students and non-specialists with an interest in the natural world. A bibliography of the Cretaceous palaeontology and stratigraphy of the subcontinent is provided.Features:Provides a concise account of the Cretaceous geology for 13 African regionsIncludes beautiful illustrations and a comprehensive bibliographyFossils are presented in stratigraphical order, allowing easy determination of the age deposits.

This book serves as an introduction to the Cretaceous geology and palaeontology of south-central Africa, covering the whole of Southern and Eastern Africa and Angola. Fifty two plates illustrate almost 1000 species and provide a field guide to the macrofossils of the subcontinent. The book will be of value to field geologists, students and non-specialists with an interest in the natural world. A bibliography of the Cretaceous palaeontology and stratigraphy of the subcontinent is provided.Features:Provides a concise account of the Cretaceous geology for 13 African regionsIncludes beautiful illustrations and a comprehensive bibliographyFossils are presented in stratigraphical order, allowing easy determination of the age deposits.

- Does your once strong relationship appear to be on its last legs?- Do you and your partner seem to never be on the same page?- Are you looking for something to do about it?If so, then Communication in Relationships is the book you have been waiting for Healthy communication is a key part of any relationship. As a partner, you need to be able to communicate effectively with your significant other. Communication is so important because it doesn't just help the two of you talk to each other; it helps you learn how to strengthen the bond that the two of you have together as a couple. Everyone has heard the expression "when you get in a relationship; two become one". When this happens, the two of you are forming a bond of unity that is being nurtured by the love and the strength that you two have for each other and your relationship, when this bond has issues, though because of a lack of good communication, a relationship can suffer, which isn't what you want.In any relationship, you can notice that you have issues communicating for one reason or another. This happens in any relationship at one point or another in time, and with this book, you can learn how to communicate better with your partner. It can be hard to understand exactly why you're having trouble communicating and learning how to fix it can be even trickier. In fact, many couples have this issue for years before they are able to learn how to fix this but once they do, they notice that they have a better relationship and are open to speaking better with their loved ones. This book offers helpful tips and reasoning for being able to utilize healthy strategies for better communication with your partner, while also strengthening your relationship as a couple. The bond between a couple is strong and beautiful, but it can be fragile at the same time, which is something that couples can work on together.Having healthy communication strategies can help you grow as a couple and develop a better relationship because your emotional bond will grow stronger, which in turn helps your emotional intimacy as a couple. Emotional intimacy is a large part of a relationship, and when you are able to strengthen this bond, you are ensuring that your partner understands that you care about them and that you are putting the time into your relationship that it deserves. Showing your partner the love they deserve and learning communication skills like empathetic listening and learning how to use empathy in your words and speech will help you be able to take your relationship to a deeper level and make sure that it can last the test of time. Every relationship needs the care of each person and understanding that in order to last, you need to be able to practice healthy communication and learn what it takes to make your relationship last. You're entering a bond of forever when you say the words"I do", and you need to make sure that your relationship doesn't fall into the usual traps that others fall into every day. With this book, you'll avoid this pitfall and understand that a healthy relationship is going to take a little work but is well worth the energy extended to do so.What Are You Waiting For? Buy Your Book Now

Fear. Worry. Paranoia. Will it ever stop? Do you absolutely despise social events because of the inevitable small talk you know you would have to endure, coming up with just about any excuse under the moon as to why you can't go so you can stay home--alone? Are you prone to panic attacks in times of stress, whether it be emotional, mental, or physical, and wish to be free of this burden that just won't seem to go away on its own? Are you tired of feeling like you live under a rock, hermiting away from society, wanting so desperately to feel normal and to be a part of life events without fear or anxiety shadowing every move? Don't worry, you're not weird for feeling uncomfortable at social gatherings or in places where there are many people, nor are you alone. Anyone can experience anxiety--children, teens, women, and men alike--making these types of disorders the most common mental illness in the United States. The issue, however, lies in the fact that many take medication as their form of treatment. According to HelpGuide, several side effects are commonly associated with anxiety medications, such as: Slurred speech Dizziness Memory problems Headache Blurred vision Drug dependency can also become an issue alongside these adverse effects. Now's the time to rip off the Zoloft bandaid and apply a new strategy--one that involves changing your mindset through thoughts, not substances. In The Social Anxiety Disorder Solution, you will discover: The major telltale signs distinguishing shyness and insecurity from an actual anxiety disorder, as well as how to push past these obstacles Parenting no-no's that will increase your child's risk of developing social anxiety and may even reveal clues as to why you behave the way you do The #1 tool you need to start utilizing today in order to evaluate the severity of your social anxiety and figure out what your next step towards recovery is How to tackle and overcome shyness in children and teens, paving the way for a much happier, livelier son or daughter A mind-stimulating technique to approach panic attacks with, allowing you to identify your triggers, take control over your emotions, and ultimately prevent future meltdowns The secret to boosting your overall self-image and feeling of self-worth that will have you seeing yourself in a whole new positive light The powerful effect of this particular social anxiety disorder treatment that will free you from the shackles of anxiety And much more. Even if you feel like you'll never be able to change the way you think or act, that it's hopeless to even bother, it's not. Through proper guidance, as well as persistence on your part and the determination to improve your quality of life, you will be able to overcome your anxiety. The methods provided won't act as quick fixes, but they will prove to be much more effective in the long run than any drug ever will. Say good-bye to that hazy, confused feeling--you will finally be able to feel like you can function as an actual human being again. Stop masking the problem, and pull anxiety out of your body by the roots. Stop feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders. Stop suffering... What are you waiting for? The sooner you start with treatment, the closer you are to feeling better. If you want to discover how you can rid yourself of anxiety once and for all and finally live the cheerful, positive life you deserve, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.

Do you wish to be great at communication? Have you always wanted to overcome the limits of your communication? You know that you can only make an impact through strong communication.Home, work, socials or anywhere else, people send out flashes of communication and how they are received depends on the nature of communication itself.If you have been struggling with communication, or underestimating its importance in life, this book is a reawekening. It could offer you the very solution to the failures you may have been experiencing in the various realms of life.Effective communication is a discipline that has evolved over time. This is due to the fact that communication is a means of interaction among people, for various purposes. Nowadays, the need to study communication, in a structured way and how it is applied in the various areas of interaction, has arisen. That has created a need to study communication in a structured way in terms of how it is applied in the various areas of interaction. Communication is a vast subject studied from different perspectives and in light of the applicable psychological underpinnings.This book is intended to be widely relevant and it has tried to assemble all the possible areas of concern where people have to demonstrate communication skills, listing areas where one could either thrive or languish, depending on the effectiveness of communication. My promise is that you will find several connections that apply to your situation when you read this book. Learn the various barriers that usually hold you back in your efforts to exude confidence and command strong communication. You will learn how the way you communicate is either a show of your strong personality and competence, or it isn't.It will help you learn how communication should happen in business and formal circles. If you have not been doing well in interviews, this book offers you opportunities to see your shortfalls and beat them.Learn that the application of communication is socialisation. You will realise that communication is the bolt that tightens our relationships, or the thread that loosens them.You will know how to use communication to connect and liaise with others, make friends and thrive at relationships.When you read this book, you will learn ways to successfully overcome your personal limitations. It will trigger the awareness of the possibilities that you can capitalise on, to excel in many departments of your everyday life.Of course, you do not become limitless by simply reading some book. You might have thought that communication is about being gifted, and not reading or training about it. On the contrary, gifts can be learned and acquired. The most popular politicians able to deliver powerful speeches take hours to rehearse and learn the circumstances. This book makes you realise that you have limitations and compels you to face them. However, it also offers an abundance of possibilities to use to become an effective communicator. So, why not commit to reading this book as you reflect on yourself and accept it as a tool to screen and reveal your communication capabilities. Take the challenges that the book offers and begin to see communication as a purposeful phenomenon, as opposed to a spontaneous occurrence. Then, learn and practise. Follow the exercises that the book offers and you will start to activate the potential within you, to succeed with communication.What Are You Waiting For? Add it to Cart Now

- Does your once strong relationship appear to be on its last legs?- Do you and your partner seem to never be on the same page?- Are you looking for something to do about it?If so, then Communication in Relationships is the book you have been waiting for Healthy communication is a key part of any relationship. As a partner, you need to be able to communicate effectively with your significant other. Communication is so important because it doesn't just help the two of you talk to each other; it helps you learn how to strengthen the bond that the two of you have together as a couple. Everyone has heard the expression "when you get in a relationship; two become one". When this happens, the two of you are forming a bond of unity that is being nurtured by the love and the strength that you two have for each other and your relationship, when this bond has issues, though because of a lack of good communication, a relationship can suffer, which isn't what you want.In any relationship, you can notice that you have issues communicating for one reason or another. This happens in any relationship at one point or another in time, and with this book, you can learn how to communicate better with your partner. It can be hard to understand exactly why you're having trouble communicating and learning how to fix it can be even trickier. In fact, many couples have this issue for years before they are able to learn how to fix this but once they do, they notice that they have a better relationship and are open to speaking better with their loved ones. This book offers helpful tips and reasoning for being able to utilize healthy strategies for better communication with your partner, while also strengthening your relationship as a couple. The bond between a couple is strong and beautiful, but it can be fragile at the same time, which is something that couples can work on together.Having healthy communication strategies can help you grow as a couple and develop a better relationship because your emotional bond will grow stronger, which in turn helps your emotional intimacy as a couple. Emotional intimacy is a large part of a relationship, and when you are able to strengthen this bond, you are ensuring that your partner understands that you care about them and that you are putting the time into your relationship that it deserves. Showing your partner the love they deserve and learning communication skills like empathetic listening and learning how to use empathy in your words and speech will help you be able to take your relationship to a deeper level and make sure that it can last the test of time. Every relationship needs the care of each person and understanding that in order to last, you need to be able to practice healthy communication and learn what it takes to make your relationship last. You're entering a bond of forever when you say the words"I do", and you need to make sure that your relationship doesn't fall into the usual traps that others fall into every day. With this book, you'll avoid this pitfall and understand that a healthy relationship is going to take a little work but is well worth the energy extended to do so.What Are You Waiting For? Buy Your Book Now

Love is an intrepid river at times, and a placid lake at others. It is the most experienced, yet misunderstood emotion. It can empower us, or become a haunting refrain. Alas, passion can expeditiously metamorphose into an indispensable sustenance. Come along with me as I venture into the true essence of love, life and dreams. Here are collections of poems that reflect a thought, mood, or a feeling I've had throughout my life. Enjoy

Fear. Worry. Paranoia. Will it ever stop?Do you absolutely despise social events because of the inevitable small talk you know you would have to endure, coming up with just about any excuse under the moon as to why you can't go so you can stay home--alone?Are you prone to panic attacks in times of stress, whether it be emotional, mental, or physical, and wish to be free of this burden that just won't seem to go away on its own?Are you tired of feeling like you live under a rock, hermiting away from society, wanting so desperately to feel normal and to be a part of life events without fear or anxiety shadowing every move?Don't worry, you're not weird for feeling uncomfortable at social gatherings or in places where there are many people, nor are you alone.Anyone can experience anxiety--children, teens, women, and men alike--making these types of disorders the most common mental illness in the United States. The issue, however, lies in the fact that many take medication as their form of treatment.According to HelpGuide, several side effects are commonly associated with anxiety medications, such as: Slurred speech Dizziness Memory problems Headache Blurred vision Drug dependency can also become an issue alongside these adverse effects. Now's the time to rip off the Zoloft bandaid and apply a new strategy--one that involves changing your mindset through thoughts, not substances. In The Social Anxiety Disorder Solution, you will discover: The major telltale signs distinguishing shyness and insecurity from an actual anxiety disorder, as well as how to push past these obstacles Parenting no-no's that will increase your child's risk of developing social anxiety and may even reveal clues as to why you behave the way you do The #1 tool you need to start utilizing today in order to evaluate the severity of your social anxiety and figure out what your next step towards recovery is How to tackle and overcome shyness in children and teens, paving the way for a much happier, livelier son or daughter A mind-stimulating technique to approach panic attacks with, allowing you to identify your triggers, take control over your emotions, and ultimately prevent future meltdowns The secret to boosting your overall self-image and feeling of self-worth that will have you seeing yourself in a whole new positive light The powerful effect of this particular social anxiety disorder treatment that will free you from the shackles of anxiety And much more. Even if you feel like you'll never be able to change the way you think or act, that it's hopeless to even bother, it's not. Through proper guidance, as well as persistence on your part and the determination to improve your quality of life, you will be able to overcome your anxiety. The methods provided won't act as quick fixes, but they will prove to be much more effective in the long run than any drug ever will. Say good-bye to that hazy, confused feeling--you will finally be able to feel like you can function as an actual human being again. Stop masking the problem, and pull anxiety out of your body by the roots.

Cruciform Identity calls Christians to embrace their union with Christ, grow deeper in their relationship with Him, and experience the beauty of the Christian life.

'Uncity, Lean' captures images of growing up in the Inland Empire, through the lens of urban surrealism, intertwined with war PTSD, childhood trauma, abuse, suicide, and an unconditional nexus of friendship. Michael Cooper doesn't shy from the visceral or the unkind, but also reverences the 'idee fixe' and the keening bonds of our necessary yesses. This is the story of unbecoming, dis-integrating, unlearning. Absence as presence. An echo of "be, not seem," returning as a love call to the universe so near at hand, home.

Learn How To Make Your Own Effective Anti-Bacterial & Anti-Viral Homemade Hand Sanitizer For A Healthier Lifestyle.Do you want to learn how to make your own effective hand sanitizer? Do you want to grab hand sanitizer in the store, but the prices ridiculous?Well, Search no further because this book is equipped with instructions on how to make your own effective hand sanitizer at the convenient of your home.With this fabulous book, you'll learn how to make hand sanitizer for yourself, friends and loved ones. It offers you the chance to experience different methods on how to prepare a homemade sanitizer. The instructions are easy to understand and contains every bit of information required to make both Alcohol-based hand sanitizer and Alcohol-free hand sanitizer.Several recipes explain how to make an excellent disinfectant based on high alcohol content. In this book, you'll learn: How to make the most effective hand sanitizer at home.Ingredients required to make your own hand sanitizer.The secret ingredient that makes hand made sanitizer effective.What germs can hand sanitizers kill.Learn about the routine that keeps you and your loved ones healthy.Everything you need to know about hand hygiene.And a whole lot more.To get this book, Scroll Up Now and Click on the "Buy now with 1-Click" Button to Download your Copy Right Away Grab Your Copy Now

"I wrote my experimental novel Reap Violet Hiss in my 20s through the 1970s in my East Village apartment. It is an abstract, almost cubist novel, where planes of thought intersect with one another, splicing life into constantly shifting images; it may also be read as a prose poem. Drawing upon my unconscious mind, I am a poet who wrote a novel. Just for you."