Describes that battle in 1876 in which the U.S. Army suffered its worst defeat at the hands of the Indians, and as a result of which the U.S. government increased its efforts to force the Sioux and Northern Cheyennes onto reservations.

Product Description: Presents the proceedings of the sixth International Conference held in Sydney, Australia. All the major aspects of object-oriented technology are covered, including 0-0 analysis and development, applications, concurrency, library management and language issues.

Product Description: Covers the "Technology of Object-Oriented Languages and Systems" (TOOLS). Combining the proceedings of both TOOLS 9 and TOOLS 12, this text looks into the state of object-oriented art and should interest those who want to know the latest developments in this area of the software field...read more

Product Description: Young adult readers will be enthralled and inspired by these true tales of animal bravery, loyalty, and ferocity. Each book features 8-13 stories and is written by Gayle C. Shirley with illustrations by John Potter.

Recounts Bob Haslam's three-hundred-mile ride across Nevada in two days, as the Paiute Indians were about to go to war, the longest journey made by any of the pony express riders

Product Description: For the first time in one collection, here are Oregon's most famous animal stories, carefully researched and written by author Gayle C. Shirley. Read about... Keiko, the real-life orca star of Free Willy who awaits his pod-reunion Bobbie, the homesick dog who instinctively traveled solo for 3,000 miles across eight states to be reunited with his owners Reelfoot, the notorious outlaw grizzly whose deadly deeds brought his own demise Bob, the famous Portland feline who helped forecast the weather for seven years on KATU TV...read more

Product Description: Leadership is not the same as management, and organizations are beginning to recognize this. This book aims to help the reader to adapt to the changes in approach to leadership, as charismatic appeal becomes less important, and competence and performance take more priority. (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Vocal Authority is about how singing styles develop and change, why classical singing is different from pop singing, and what singers actually mean when they sing. It takes a historical perspective, beginning with the ancient world, looking at changes in style up to the present day and why, for example, Freddie Mercury and Montserrat Caballe could sing together.

This is the only book to cover in detail so many aspects of the voice, ranging from medieval music to Madonna and beyond. Almost anything one wants to know about singing practices and singing styles can be found here in chapters that cover world music, rock, rap and jazz; European art song, ensemble singing, the English cathedral tradition and the choral movement in the United States; Renaissance, Baroque and Classical singing treatises, contemporary vocal techniques, children's choirs and the teaching of singing today. The contributors are leading international performers and specialists. (view table of contents)

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Product Description: This challenging, hard-hitting book is about making schooling relevant to modern society. It starts from the premise that our present education system is ill equipped to serve students and society in the twenty-first century. In a series of positive yet powerful and provocative chapters, the authors look at critical issues shaping schools today, with a view to: * set out the critical issues behind the headlines* show evidence from research and examples of good practice* stimulate public debate and rigorous thinking about how we educate children for life in the twenty-first century* provide practical examples of learning for the future* present a vision for school transformation...read more

Presents the wide-angle photographs of East Anglia by landscape photographer John Potter.

Product Description: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work...read more

Drawing on a study of the experiences of over 600 primary pupils, this book explores how ICT provision could improve from a 'grass roots' perspective >

Product Description: This delightful tale introducesbchildren to an inquisitive chipmunk who, through hard work, attains his goal. Noted landscape and wildlife artist John Potter visually engages young children with his exuberant illustrations. A wonderful read aloud story, "Carl" will become a family favorite...read more

Product Description: Includes new schedules from December 2010, timings for over 50,000 rail connections in Europe serving nearly 5,000 destinations, country by country travel information and a comprehensive guide to European rail passes. Information on many other topics, including ferry and hydrofoil sailings and airport to city centre transport links...read more

The essential knowledge and practice book for primary ICT supporting trainees working towards QTS. Covering all aspects of how ICT can support teaching and learning in the core subjects, this text helps the reader develop their understanding and practice in ICT. This new fourth edition has been fully revised and updated and now includes a self assessment section enabling the reader to assess their own level of knowledge. New features are included making specific links to Every Child Matters and suggesting extensions for Masters level study. All chapters are linked to the latest QTS Standards and activities are included throughout.

Product Description: CARL is back! Volume 2 in a 4 part series. Come with this inquisitive chipmunk as he learns of a mystery at the Museum where he is a wildlife art guide for animals. Lynn Estes Friess, crafts another delightful story about Carl and one of his best friends...read more