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  • Becoming a Wildlife Professional

    Becoming a Wildlife Professional
    Nov 23 2024
    Becoming a Wildlife Professional is a guidebook offering comprehensive advice for aspiring wildlife biologists. It details the various career paths within the field, outlining educational requirements, essential skills, and job descriptions across government, non-profit, and private sectors. The book emphasizes the importance of professional development, networking, and strong communication skills. It also addresses crucial aspects of job searching, including resume building and interviewing. Finally, it provides insights into graduate school and the multifaceted nature of diversity within the profession.

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    32 mins
  • Becoming Neapolitan: Citizen Culture in Baroque Naples

    Becoming Neapolitan: Citizen Culture in Baroque Naples
    Nov 23 2024
    John Marino's Becoming Neapolitan explores the social and political culture of Baroque Naples (1503-1734). The book uses a variety of sources, including maps, paintings, and historical documents, to examine the complex interactions between the Spanish monarchy, the church, and the city's diverse social groups (nobility, popolo, and plebs). Marino analyzes public rituals and ceremonies to understand how they shaped civic identity and political authority. A key theme is the contested definition of citizenship and the ways in which rituals both reinforced and challenged existing power structures. The book also examines the role of patronage in shaping Neapolitan religious and cultural life, including the production of art and literature.

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    21 mins
  • Becoming Criminal: Transversal Performance and Cultural Dissidence in Early Modern England

    Becoming Criminal: Transversal Performance and Cultural Dissidence in Early Modern England
    Nov 23 2024
    This Book explores early modern England's criminal culture, arguing that it formed a distinct sub-nation with its own aesthetic, ideology, and language. The author examines the relationship between this criminal culture's representation in various media and the formation of social identities, focusing on the concept of "transversal power," which describes the ways in which this subculture challenged and influenced the dominant culture. The study utilizes an investigative-expansive methodology, acknowledging the impact of popular beliefs even if not fully historically verifiable. Significant attention is paid to the role of "cant" (the criminal argot), the public theater, and the figure of the "gypsy" as significant cultural and social elements. The book also analyzes the antitheatrical discourse of the time and its connection to transversal thought.

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    16 mins
  • Becoming Hispanic-Serving Institutions: Opportunities for Colleges and Universities

    Becoming Hispanic-Serving Institutions: Opportunities for Colleges and Universities
    Nov 23 2024
    The book exploring the complexities of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The author examines how HSIs are often undervalued compared to predominantly white institutions, focusing on the role of race in shaping institutional hierarchies and practices. The book uses case studies of different HSIs to illustrate diverse approaches to serving Latinx students and argues for a re-evaluation of institutional effectiveness, moving beyond traditional metrics like graduation rates. It also advocates for policy changes to better support HSIs financially and increase their capacity to serve students effectively. Finally, the author proposes a framework for understanding HSI organizational identities and emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant practices and curricula.

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    21 mins
  • Before Queer Theory: Victorian Aestheticism and the Self

    Before Queer Theory: Victorian Aestheticism and the Self
    Nov 23 2024
    This Book examines the writings of late 19th-century British aesthetes, particularly Walter Pater, Oscar Wilde, Vernon Lee, and Michael Field, through the lens of queer theory. It argues that these writers, despite living in a homophobic society, developed unique theories of subjectivity and self-expression that anticipated later queer thought. The analysis focuses on how these authors used aesthetic concepts, especially Hegel's dialectic and the "negative," to explore homoerotic desire and create innovative literary styles. The book challenges traditional interpretations of aestheticism and offers a new understanding of its relationship to the development of queer identity and cultural critique. It also contrasts the experiences of queer male and female aesthetes, highlighting the different ways they navigated historical representations of their desires.

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    26 mins
  • Before and After Cancer Treatment: Heal Faster, Better, Stronger

    Before and After Cancer Treatment: Heal Faster, Better, Stronger
    Nov 23 2024
    Dr. Julie K. Silver's book, Before and After Cancer Treatment: Heal Faster, Better, Stronger, offers a comprehensive guide for cancer survivors focusing on physical and emotional recovery. The book emphasizes prehabilitation and rehabilitation, advocating for a holistic approach combining conventional medicine with complementary therapies, while cautioning against unproven or potentially harmful treatments. It provides practical advice on diet, exercise, sleep, pain management, and emotional well-being, alongside insights into the role of spirituality and maintaining healthy relationships. The text also addresses issues specific to cancer survivors, such as fatigue, infertility, and intimacy. Finally, the book explores the future of cancer treatment, highlighting advancements in targeted therapies and preventative measures.

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    39 mins
  • Before the Oath: How George W. Bush and Barack Obama Managed a Transfer of Power

    Before the Oath: How George W. Bush and Barack Obama Managed a Transfer of Power
    Nov 23 2024
    This excerpt from Before the Oath examines the 2008-2009 presidential transition between the Bush and Obama administrations, highlighting its unusually smooth execution. The authors analyze the cooperative efforts of both outgoing and incoming teams, focusing on key aspects like information sharing, personnel appointments, and national security briefings. Specific individuals' roles and strategies are detailed, illustrating best practices for future transitions. The text also explores the legal framework governing transitions, noting past successes and failures, and offering lessons learned from the 2008 experience for improving future power transfers. Finally, the authors discuss the evolving challenges and evolving legal landscape surrounding presidential transitions.

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    24 mins
  • Being American in Europe

    Being American in Europe
    Nov 23 2024
    This book excerpt details the experiences of Americans traveling in Europe between 1750 and 1860. The author analyzes travelers' writings, revealing their evolving perspectives on European culture and their own national identity. Americans initially held strong Anglophilic views, but these shifted over time as they encountered diverse societies and social structures. Their observations on poverty, class systems, and political structures shaped their understanding of American exceptionalism. The text also explores how travel influenced the development of American national identity, including its relationship with both Great Britain and other European nations.

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    13 mins