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Great Rivalries is the story of Gino Bartali, Fausto Coppi and the champion Italian cyclists who preceded them. It is about the place of cycling in a nation emerging from division, its agrarian past, widespread impoverishment, and competing visions about creating a modern state. It is interwoven with the story of Italy itself, which began a century earlier - and continues to play out today.
George R. R. Martin Presents Ante Up: A Wild Cards Graphic Novel
Kevin Andrew Murphy; John Jos. Miller
RANDOM HOUSE USA INC
2025
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A young ace must unmask a modern-day Robin Hood in this original graphic novel set in George R. R. Martin's shared-world universe, Wild Cards. An alien virus ravages the world, with effects as random as a hand of cards. Those infected either draw the black queen and die, draw an ace and receive superpowers, or draw the joker and become bizarrely mutated. Rosa Garza--an ace whose powers center around her family's loter a deck--has arrived in New York City to help her dying grandmother. But what should have been a quiet time of recovery is instead interrupted by a series of eccentric robberies perpetrated by a mysterious ace known only as Professor Daedalus, who has the power to create and animate impossible automatons. And these automatons are stealing from the rich to give to the poor and needy--in particular, to the underfunded clinic where Rosa's abuela is being treated. With police scrutiny falling hard on her, Rosa must discover Daedalus's identity and halt his crime spree before she herself is arrested--or becomes the automatons' next victim.
Qualitative Research and Evaluation in Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy
Kevin Andrew Richards; Michael A Hemphill; Paul M Wright
JONES AND BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC
2023
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Published in conjunction with SHAPE America!Focusing on the unique nature of qualitative methods within kinesiology settings, Qualitative Research and Evaluation in Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy guides graduate students and early career researchers through designing, conducting, and reporting of qualitative research studies with specific references to the challenges and possibilities of the field.Written by qualitative researchers in the fields of physical education and activity, this practical text begins with an overview of qualitative methods before advancing into planning for, collecting, and analyzing qualitative data. The final sections highlight specific qualitative methods applications in physical education and activity before discussing future directions and emerging applications of qualitative research.Key Features:- A history of qualitative research is provided in Chapters and 2, followed by several chapters that introduce a variety of contemporary qualitative research approaches.- Experts in the field author each of the chapters, sharing their prior experience using qualitative approaches- Examples, tools, and insights throughout provide readers with helpful guidance in conducting qualitative research - Critical thinking questions and activities at the end of each chapter provide resources for class discussion and promote reflection among readers- Navigate eBook access (included with the printed text) includes the digital text enhanced with author created videos, chapter review slides, and more.
Monkey See: a story of global proportion
Kevin Andrew McBeth
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2018
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Both humorous and thoughtful, this story provides a reflective look at humanity's global impact. Laid out in playful rhyme and told through a series of vibrant collages, "Monkey See" reminds us of who we are, and more importantly, what we are rapidly becoming. This tale is an eye-opening wake up call for all of our planet's little monkeys.
This sweet little narrative takes us through an afternoon with Brad and Kenny, two brothers exploring the city in search of the perfect meal. Rekindled memories help to brighten their otherwise darkened surroundings, as they discover more than simple treats on Kenny's birthday. With warm illustrations by the author's seven-year-old son, this tale of appreciation reaffirms what is truly delicious in this world.
"Kevin Andrews has taken Wes McVicar's Clown Act Omnibus to another level by updating the language and adding missing information that many in the clowning industry are looking for. It is a must-have for clowns, method actors, and entertainers of all types and is especially beneficial for churches, scouting and other youth organizations. Whether you want walk-around gags for a parade, a full-blown comedy program, or basic information about clowns, Clown Skits & More...meets the needs of beginner and experienced clowns alike." - Don "Doc" Berkoski, Cloud 9 Clowns, Smiles Unlimited Universal Clown Ministry
Covering aspects of archaeological science such as artefact analysis, ancient technology, trade and exchange, and dating materials, this book critically explores the pace and application of scientific techniques in the discipline of archaeology. Massive advances in archaeological understanding through the application of science have been made in areas that were once thought to be unrecoverable. Nevertheless the application of increasingly sophisticated analytical techniques has often masked poor archaeological questions, or perhaps stated something which can sometimes be blindingly obvious to simple non-technical observation. Conversely some aspects of our understanding of the past, which were once thought obvious, have been thrown into confusion by revelations born of the advances in archaeological science. The use and abuse of science within archaeological understanding are presented through a series of case studies.
Archaeology is paradoxical. On the one hand, academics present a sterile, scholarly past - a place spoken about with reserve and caution. On the other, at heritage centres the public are tantalised by romanticised images of the past, from which colourful figures trespass into the present. This book attempts a reconciliation between these two irreconcilables. Modernity has neutralised many sensual aspects of our existence that ancient people would have taken for granted, such as gutting (and smelling) dead animals. Through a series of case studies the authors show that the past can be better sensed. They explore aspects of prehistoric life as experienced by people in the past, such as their dwellings, artefact production, food and drink, disposal of the dead, moving through the landscape, and even procreation.
Scientology under the Scope: A Detailed Guide to Understanding Scientology
Kevin Andrews
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2015
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"One of the great and lasting books about Greece."Patrick Leigh Fermor"An intense and compelling account of an educated, sensitive archaeologist wandering the back country during the civil war. Half a century on, still one of the best books on Greece as it was before 'development.'"The Rough Guide to the Greek Islands"He also is in love with the countrybut he sees the other side of that dazzling medal or moonIf you want some truth about Greece, here it is."Louis MacNeice, The Observer"One of the best and most honest books about the modern Greeks."E. R. Dodds"Kevin Andrews experienced the dangers of the countryside during the civil war. The Flight of Ikaros, the book he produced from his travels, remains not only one of the greatest we have about postwar Greecememorializing a village culture that has almost vanishedbut also one of the most moving accounts I have ever read of people caught up in political turmoilFlight was first published in 1959 and last reprinted by Penguin in 1984. For too many years, this rare account has languished out of print."Wall Street JournalIn 1947, at the age of twenty-three, Kevin Andrews received a Fulbright Fellowship to study medieval fortresses in the Peloponnese. Andrews spent the long summers of 1948 to 1951 traveling through the region and the winters writing in Athens. This opportunity to travel through little-frequented areas during Greece s postwar civil warand before the advent of tourism, industrialization, or easy communicationsbrought Andrews into immediate contact with village populations, shepherd clans, and the paramilitary vigilantes who kept their own kind of order in the provinces, as well as with the displaced peasants of the Athenian slums. The close experience of all these lives took shape in The Flight of Ikaros, first published in 1959. Paul Dry Books is pleased to return to print this modern travel classic.Kevin Andrews (19241989) was a writer and archaeologist. After serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, he attended Harvard University and then traveled to Greece on a Fulbright fellowship. In addition to The Flight of Ikaros, he wrote many other books about Greece, where he became a citizen in 1975."
The first census in 1836 of the region we now know as Victoria, revealed fourteen Catholics in the small village on the Yarra, who were meeting to say the Rosary in a cottage. Within three years a temporary Catholic Church had been built, being replaced by the original St Francis church in 1841. As Melbourne expanded, the Church established 'Missions' in the outlying rural areas of the new settlement, first at Coburg and then at Heidelberg in 1848.This book continues this remarkable story and picks up the particular history of the Heidelberg Mission and its first Parish, St John the Evangelist. From this humble beginning sprang the network of Catholic Churches and parishes throughout what is now the eastern half of metropolitan Melbourne.The Heidelberg Mission and the parish of St John the Evangelist is a fitting subject for the first monograph in a series about historic Australian churches. -- From the Foreword by Most Rev Peter A. Comensoli, Archbishop of MelbourneKevin Andrews is a former Australian parliamentarian and cabinet minister, serving the electorate of Menzies in the House of Representatives for 31 years. He and his wife, Margaret have been parishioners at St John the Evangelist, Heidelberg for four decades.
Teaching Social and Emotional Learning in Physical Education
Paul M Wright; Kevin Andrew Richards
JONES AND BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC
2021
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Teaching Social and Emotional Learning in Physical Education is the ideal resource for understanding and integrating social and emotional learning (SEL) competencies into the structure of a physical education program, alongside physical activity and skill development goals. This text should be incorporated as a key resource to guide physical education teacher education courses specifically focused on social and emotional learning while also providing supplemental readings for courses related to physical education curriculum, instruction, assessment, and/or models-based practice. Similarly, practicing physical education teachers who are interested in developing a stronger focus on SEL in their teaching will find that the book provides a comprehensive resource to guide their professional learning and practice.
Instructions for Politicians
Edmund Burke; Kevin Andrews
Connor Court Publishing Pty Ltd
2024
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Edmund Burke (1729-1797) was an Irishman, born in Dublin, who lived in England from his youth until his death. He was a parliamentarian for twenty-nine years, from 1765 to 1794. This was a time of alarms and revolutions: the American Revolution and the French Revolution.Burke was a political empiricist: he wanted to see, to feel, to investigate for himself, to see what was already being done in each specific set of circumstances. It was necessary to have a sympathetic, thorough familiarity with matters before suggesting any gradual amendments to particular arrangements. He wanted to maintain all that had been attained and then to augment it rather than destroy it in the hope, always forlorn, of a totally new system."Burke's writings are as relevant today as they were in the 18th century. The incursion of the state into other spheres of activity has been unrelenting. Understanding - and endeavouring to apply - Burke's thought to contemporary public policy issues is critical today.The value of this collection is that it goes to the heart of Burke's thought, while sparing the reader what is often viewed as flowery language of the 18th century.Many MPs know little of their political philosophy beyond superficial statements such as "I support freedom of speech".Gary Furnell has provided a useful resource in collecting together the most valuable thoughts and writings of Edmund Burke in this volume. It deserves a wide readership." - Hon. Kevin Andrews.
Having found out the truth about Kevin during a visit to the local solicitor, the thief's life takes on a dramatic new turn. From being poverty stricken to well to do, his life changes, new and exciting things begin to happen; however, deep down there is an underlying troubling sense of loss; full of unanswered questions. The thief starts his long arduous journey in 'Finding Kevin.' (Sequel to 'The Snookered Thief).