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Colonialism: bad, bad, bad word. Nothing good to say about it. Really? For a pugnacious Scottish policeman seconded to Sierra Leone Police Force as part of British aid, it is his misfortune to be present when the largest diamond robbery in history occurs on 3rd November 1969 and sparks begin to fly when he rubs up against the new reality post-independence.At the same time, he takes over the case of the murder of a prostitute, refusing to allow her crime to be consigned to the dustbin without investigation, alienating the expatriate community in the process.Secret police, Lebanese diamond dealers, a naked madman, a medicine man addicted to his own herbal remedies, a sex-bomb in the British High Commission, ready to use her body to further her future - these are just some of the kaleidoscope of people who live and die or flourish and fade in the shade of the Cotton Tree. Inspired by true events, the book is a sad commentary on a country that should have been one of the richest in Africa and is now the poorest. The Cotton Tree in Freetown (otherwise known as the Kapok Tree) is the oldest living tree of its kind in Sierra Leone and stands as a symbol of freedom to the freed slaves who were returned to Sierra Leone. It owes its longevity to the softness of its flesh which has limited commercial uses, one of which is the box used to contain Camembert cheese.
This groundbreaking new core textbook encourages students to take a more critical approach to the prevalent assumptions around the subject of macroeconomics, by comparing and contrasting heterodox and orthodox approaches to theory and policy. The first such textbook to develop a heterodox model from the ground up, it is based on the principles of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) as derived from the theories of Keynes, Kalecki, Veblen, Marx, and Minsky, amongst others. The internationally-respected author team offer appropriate fiscal and monetary policy recommendations, explaining how the poor economic performance of most of the wealthy capitalist countries over recent decades could have been avoided, and delivering a well-reasoned practical and philosophical argument for the heterodox MMT approach being advocated.The book is suitable for both introductory and intermediate courses, offering a thorough overview of the basics and valuable historical context, while covering everything needed for more advanced courses. Issues are explained conceptually, with the more technical, mathematical material in chapter appendices, offering greater flexibility of use.Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/mitchell-macroeconomics. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.
An illustrated biography of one of the greatest composers and conductors of the 20th century, Marvin Hamlisch, for any young reader who loves music, the theater, and movie scores. As only the second person in history to be awarded the PEGOT (Pulitzer, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony), Marvin Hamlisch has quite an incredible story. This graphic novel adaptation of the biography of the renowned musician, composer, and conductor also includes his family’s flight from Nazi-occupied Austria and their immigration to the United States. Accepted into the prestigious Juilliard music school at age 6, Marvin had to work hard to overcome intense anxiety before every performance. Despite his struggles and his self-doubt, he celebrated his first radio hit in his teens, wrote songs for a young Liza Minelli, worked with Barbra Streisand on Funny Girl, and won his first major award before the age of 30.
In this classic Dr. Seuss tale, it's time for Marvin K. Mooney to go to bed... but will he get the message?
In this classic Dr. Seuss tale, it's time for Marvin K. Mooney to go to bed... but will he get the message? Some people just won't take the hint when it's time to go to bed, and Marvin K. Mooney is one of them... although he eventually gets the message! This fun tale by Dr. Seuss will delight young readers. Children can recap the different methods Marvin K. Mooney is told to leave in the summary on pages 14-15, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities. Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language. Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.
Marvin Miller changed major league baseball and the business of sports. Drawing on research and interviews with Miller and others, Marvin Miller, Baseball Revolutionary offers the first biography covering the pivotal labor leader's entire life and career. Baseball historian Robert F. Burk follows the formative encounters with Depression-era hard times, racial and religious bigotry, and bare-knuckle Washington and labor politics that prepared Miller for his biggest professional challenge--running the moribund Major League Baseball Players Association. Educating and uniting the players as a workforce, Miller embarked on a long campaign to win the concessions that defined his legacy: decent workplace conditions, a pension system, outside mediation of player grievances and salary disputes, a system of profit sharing, and the long-sought dismantling of the reserve clause that opened the door to free agency. Through it all, allies and adversaries alike praised Miller's hardnosed attitude, work ethic, and honesty.Comprehensive and illuminating, Marvin Miller, Baseball Revolutionary tells the inside story of a time of change in sports and labor relations, and of the contentious process that gave athletes in baseball and across the sporting world a powerful voice in their own games.
Marvin K. Mooney, Will You Please Go Now!
Dr Seuss
Random House Books for Young Readers
1972
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Dr. Seuss has always been welcome in every reader's home, but in this Bright and Early Book classic, Marvin K. Mooney's welcome has been worn out In merry verse and illustrations, Marvin is asked to leave by every conceivable means of transportation. He can leave by lion's tail or stamp himself and go by mail. By stilts or Crunk-Car or Zumble-Zay, it's time that Marvin was on his way. Will Marvin ever get the hint? Bright and Early Books are perfect for beginning beginner readers Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1968 with The Foot Book, Bright and Early Books use fewer and easier words than Beginner Books. Readers just starting to recognize words and sound out letters will love these short books with colorful illustrations.
Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Play, the John Gassner Award for Best New American Play, and the Dramatists Guild Hull-Warriner Award, and a Major Motion Picture starring Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton, and Leonardo DiCaprioThe tale of one family's journey through humor and heartache, separation and self-discovery, Marvin's Room examines the ties that bind families together... whether they like it or not. Good-hearted Bessie has been taking care of her ailing father for twenty years, but now she's the one who's sick, and she must reconcile with her estranged sister, Lee. A remarkably humorous and tender play, this critically acclaimed family drama was dubbed by The New York Times as "one of the funniest plays of the year, as well as one of the wisest and most moving."
What a pickle! Marvin is a small pet who falls from the family car, bumps his head, and forgets everything but his name. He can't even remember what kind of animal he is, and the wild animals he encounters are no help, as he "doesn't seem to be from around here". His identity, and how to get back home, are mysteries. While trying to survive in the wild, Marvin joins with a rabbit who is on a journey to solve a mystery of his own, this one about a traumatic incident from his past. The two then gain an unforgettable companion, a feisty, wisecracking raccoon, whose bravery and humor make up for her rudeness. The trio face many dangers and adventures along the way, but none of those prepare them for what they find at their destination. There, the rabbit finds some answers, but Marvin has to face the biggest and most dangerous challenge of his life...one that may lead him to some answers of his own...or not! This book is most appropriate for children between 8 and 11 years old.
This book is a work for young children. It was inspired by Christi Franklin and dedicated to children everywhere. Marvin is a moose calf who has no friends. His mother suggests he do good deeds without telling anyone about them. He begins doing good deeds and during the course of the next few months, he meets Mrs. Wolf and her pups, Mrs. Grizzly and her cubs, and Curly. Together they develop friendships.
Marvin Redpost #1: Kidnapped at Birth?
Louis Sachar
Random House Books for Young Readers
1992
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This chapter book series by Newbery Honor-winning and bestselling author Louis Sachar features one hilariously overactive imagination Marvin Redpost has never felt like he fits in with his family. So when he hears a news report about a missing prince who looks just like him, he knows exactly what happened. Now all he has to do is tell Mr. and Mrs. Redpost that it's time for him to move in with his real parents at the castle.... Hilarious and relatable, Marvin Redpost is perfect for kids who love to bond with quirky characters like Junie B. Jones and George Brown, Class Clown.
Will kissing his elbow really turn Marvin into a girl? Casey Happleton claims it's so, and Marvin starts to believe her after his lips "accidentally" brush his elbow. "Kids will love the frankness about grade school gender wars and social taboos."--Booklist.
Illus. in black-and-white. Marvin's friends think he's the luckiest boy in the world when his teacher asks him to dog-sit for a week. He gets to be alone in Mrs. North's house! But pretty soon it starts to look as if Marvin is not so lucky after all...." This title will lure the most reluctant readers, who will be as glad to make Marvin's acquaintance as his old fans will be to greet a new adventure."--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books.