Elizabeth Gordon

Intermediate Accounting will help you develop the judgment and decision-making skills needed to evaluate company financials and pass the CPA exam. Instead of memorizing rules, you’ll build a deep conceptual understanding of financial reporting and the ability to interpret and apply changing standards. Real financial statements from well-known companies will give you rich insight into real applications of accounting concepts. The 4th Edition, Global Edition, incorporates the latest accounting standards and regulations, with side-by-side comparisons of GAAP and IFRS standards. By reprioritizing topical coverage, the authors respond to changes in the business world and in accounting literature, while addressing subjects not typically found in comparable texts.

Step into a world of wonder and nostalgia with "What We Saw at Madame World's Fair," a timeless treasure that captures the magic of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition through the eyes of two curious twins. Out of print for decades, this enchanting book has been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions, ensuring its charm and cultural significance endure for generations to come. Join the twins on their captivating journey as they explore the marvels of the 1915 World's Fair, sharing their discoveries in a series of delightful letters to their cousins. Elizabeth Gordon's vivid storytelling and the twins' infectious enthusiasm bring to life the grandeur and innovation of an era long past. This edition is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item, a beautifully preserved piece of history that invites readers to relive a pivotal moment in time. Perfect for casual readers and classic literature collectors alike, this book is a testament to the enduring allure of exploration and discovery. Immerse yourself in a bygone world and experience the joy of seeing it anew through the eyes of two adventurous young souls.

PROSE Award for Excellence in Humanities Finalist 2023Climate Change and Human History provides a concise introduction to the relationship between human beings and climate change throughout history. Starting hundreds of thousands of years ago and going up to the present day, this book illustrates how natural climate variability affected early human societies and how human activity is now leading to drastic changes to our climate. Taking a chronological approach the authors explain how climate change created opportunities and challenges for human societies in each major time period, covering themes such as phases of climate and history, climate shocks, the rise and fall of civilizations, industrialization, accelerating climate change and our future outlook. This 2nd edition includes a new chapter on the explosion of social movements, protest groups and key individuals since 2017 and the implications this has had on the history of climate change, an improved introduction to the Anthropocene and extra content on the basic dynamics of the climate system alongside updated historiography. With more case studies, images and individuals throughout the text, the second edition also includes a glossary of terms and further reading to aid students in understanding this interdisciplinary subject. An ideal companion for all students of environmental history, Climate Change and Human History clearly demonstrates the critical role of climate in shaping human history and of the experience of humans in both adapting to and shaping climate change.

PROSE Award for Excellence in Humanities Finalist 2023Climate Change and Human History provides a concise introduction to the relationship between human beings and climate change throughout history. Starting hundreds of thousands of years ago and going up to the present day, this book illustrates how natural climate variability affected early human societies and how human activity is now leading to drastic changes to our climate. Taking a chronological approach the authors explain how climate change created opportunities and challenges for human societies in each major time period, covering themes such as phases of climate and history, climate shocks, the rise and fall of civilizations, industrialization, accelerating climate change and our future outlook. This 2nd edition includes a new chapter on the explosion of social movements, protest groups and key individuals since 2017 and the implications this has had on the history of climate change, an improved introduction to the Anthropocene and extra content on the basic dynamics of the climate system alongside updated historiography. With more case studies, images and individuals throughout the text, the second edition also includes a glossary of terms and further reading to aid students in understanding this interdisciplinary subject. An ideal companion for all students of environmental history, Climate Change and Human History clearly demonstrates the critical role of climate in shaping human history and of the experience of humans in both adapting to and shaping climate change.

What Should We Do Instead of Killing Ourselves? by Elizabeth Gordon follows a professional reader's journey as she searches for the author of an anonymous suicide journal, discovering her own demons along the way. It's New York City, in the first half of 2018, and Liz, a professional reader in a midsize publishing house has just received a disturbing submission-sender unkown. It's a handwritten journal detailing its author's struggle to find a reason to keep living. Shocked and enthralled by the dark philosophies of the journal, Liz knows what she must do: Find its author. But where to start?Liz struggles to balance her growing obsession with the journal's author with her ever increasing work load, and fails to keep her new mission hidden from Marcus, her boss. Worse than being upset, Marcus actually wants to publish the journal, and he thinks he's figured out the author. Only, Marcus's theory is one Liz absolutely despises. Desperate to prove him wrong, she leaves for Pittsburgh on her own dark journey in search of the truth.In this profound and timely novel, Liz finds more than she is looking for; she finds a purpose.Here's what some readers are saying about What Should We Do Instead of Killing Ourselves?"A narrative that feels as authentic as it is riveting to read. A character-driven drama at its core, this is one of the finest examples of slow-burn storytelling... This book is for anyone who enjoys philosophical musings on the human condition. Highly recommended."- Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite (Rating 5 of 5 stars)"A literary mystery with dynamic characters... Gordon's premise for her novel is a perfect setup for a story involving sleuthing, self-doubt, and sometimes-unwanted success. Liz is an insightful character with a razor-sharp mind who has plenty to say..."- Kirkus Reviews"What Should We Do Instead of Killing Ourselves? is a raw and surreal book... a provocative, blunt, and abrasive book that deserves a rating of 4 out of 4 stars"- Online Book Club

Zoe is the most popular girl at school and at The Club. She gets a lot of attention from boys and she is always asked to dances. Now, she has her eye on an older boy, Steve, the basketball coach at The Club, but it seems like no matter how hard she tries, Zoe can't get Steve to ask her out. When The Club throws a big dance, Zoe knows that it's her last chance. But can she learn to value herself beyond what boys think of her?