James Angle

Michael Gala

David Harlow

William Lombardo

Craig Maciuba

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

California

Science

This book offers comprehensive coverage of all firefighting strategies and tactics, from standard company responsibilities and assignments to specialized situational strategies and tactics. Written by a team of experienced fire service personnel representing a variety of geographic and professional viewpoints, students get first-hand knowledge of strategies and tactics, whether it's fighting high-rise or wildland fires, from people who have been there. In a directed, logical format, this text takes students from basic concepts to the application of tactics and situational strategies for particular occupancies or types of fires. The student is presented with opportunities to get feedback on their progress every step of the way in each chapter. This text can be used in the college and university systems, as well as fire academies and fire departments for educating and training personnel in firefighting strategies and tactics, and it also serves as an excellent resource for fire department promotional exams.

Firefighting Strategies and Tactics

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Eugene Meyer

This revised third edition has been thoroughly updated to fully address the specific needs of firefighters and other professionals who deal with hazardous materials. This text encompasses the key aspects of safely handling hazardous materials and the response actions to be implemented during hazardous transportation mishaps and other disasters.

Chemistry of Hazardous Materials

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John W. Creswell

J. David Creswell

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

English

Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches

This best-selling text pioneered the comparison of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research design. For all three approaches, John W. Creswell and new co-author J. David Creswell include a preliminary consideration of philosophical assumptions, key elements of the research process, a review of the literature, an assessment of the use of theory in research applications, and reflections about the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry.  The Fifth Edition includes more coverage of: epistemological and ontological positioning in relation to the research question and chosen methodology; case study, PAR, visual and online methods in qualitative research; qualitative and quantitative data analysis software; and in quantitative methods more on power analysis to determine sample size, and more coverage of experimental and survey designs; and updated with the latest thinking and research in mixed methods. SHARE this Comparison of Research Approaches poster with your students to help them navigate the distinction between the three approaches to research.

Research Design

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Rick Steves

Gene Openshaw

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

History and Art for the Traveler

Now in full-color comes a witty and engaging look at Europe's history and art, from America's European travel expert, Rick Steves.

Rick Steves' Europe 101 helps you make the most of your sightseeing. A fun but informative guide, this "professor in your pocket" features chronologically organized chapters-from the pyramids to Picasso-that explain the forces behind Europe's most important cultural and artistic periods. Other features include handy lists of sights that allow you to link your newly acquired knowledge with the specific paintings, sculptures, and buildings you'll see on your trip, a humorous, readable style that is a joy to read compared with the history textbooks you slept on in school, and timelines, maps, drawings, and photos that illustrate Europe's story and round out your education.

Rick Steves' Europe 101

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Joseph McCormack

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Make a Bigger Impact by Saying Less

Introducing his B.R.I.E.F. approach, the founder and CEO of Sheffield Marketing Partners, which specializes in message and narrative development, helps readers simplify and clarify complex communication to become a lean communicator.

Brief

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David Allen

James Fallows

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

The book Lifehack calls "The Bible of business and personal productivity." "A completely revised and updated edition of the blockbuster bestseller from 'the personal productivity guru'"—Fast Company Since it was first published almost fifteen years ago, David Allen’s Getting Things Done has become one of the most influential business books of its era, and the ultimate book on personal organization. “GTD” is now shorthand for an entire way of approaching professional and personal tasks, and has spawned an entire culture of websites, organizational tools, seminars, and offshoots. Allen has rewritten the book from start to finish, tweaking his classic text with important perspectives on the new workplace, and adding material that will make the book fresh and relevant for years to come. This new edition of Getting Things Done will be welcomed not only by its hundreds of thousands of existing fans but also by a whole new generation eager to adopt its proven principles.

Getting Things Done

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James D. Murphy

William M. Duke

A Transitioning Veteran's Career Guide to Life's Next Phase

Military veterans prepare for the next mission in their careers Written by veterans who have successfully made the transition, Down Range offers career planning guidance to U.S. military veterans coming off active duty. This is NOT simply a guide to transitioning from the military to the civilian world. This is NOT a guide to getting a job. This book IS a guide to developing a post-military career, not just for the first few days, weeks, or months after active duty, but for the rest of your employed life. This simple and effective planning process has been taught to more than 1 million business executives in companies all over the world. Explains how to build an adaptable long-range career plan called a Career High Definition Destination (HDD), across a spectrum of seven key areas Shows how business differs from military service, how to identify the resources needed to achieve the Career HDD, and how to develop strategic and tactical courses of action that drive you to executing towards your Career HDD on a consistent basis Author James Murphy is founder of Afterburner Inc. and is currently working with the U.S. Army at the highest levels to develop a transition program for the estimated 1.5 million veterans who will transition from active duty service to civilian careers by the year 2020 This book challenges veterans to change their mind-set and understand just how different the "wilderness" of civilian employment is from military experience. Down Range provides an appreciation for what's important to a business, helping you to become a valuable asset throughout your career.

Down Range

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Living Language

Learn Russian in 4 Simple Steps.

With Living Language Complete Russian: The Basics, you'll start by learning words, and then you'll progress to phrases, sentences, and conversations. This simple four-step building block approach will have you speaking with confidence right from the beginning, and you'll be able to learn gradually and effectively. If you're confident in your pronunciation, then this coursebook includes everything you need - vocabulary, grammar, culture, and practice.

This comprehensive coursebook includes:
* 40 step-by-step lessons
* Practical vocabulary and authentic everyday usage
* Simple explanations and plenty of examples
* Supplemental sections, including e-mail and internet resources
* A comprehensive grammar reference section

Complete Russian: the Basics (Coursebook)

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United States Sailing Association Staff

Start Powerboating Right

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Bill Stermer

Everything You Need to Know

Whether you’re new to motorcycling, contemplating your first Harley or just coming back to America’s iconic motorcycle, this book is the only one you’ll need. From figuring out which Harley suits you to finding like-minded riders and rallies, this book has it all. It begins with the purchase, including invaluable information on choosing the right model for your needs. The book covers every aspect of Harley ownership, from maintaining your bike to boosting performance, from choosing your riding gear to planning and packing for a trip. Included are tips on learning how to ride, personalizing and customizing your bike, and aftermarket options, even a brief primer on Harley-Davidson lore and history.

Harley-Davidson Motorcycles

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Gregory Boyle

The Power of Boundless Compassion

Father Boyle started Homeboy Industries nearly 20 years ago, which has served members of more than half of the gangs in Los Angeles. This collection presents parables about kinship and the sacredness of life drawn from Boyle's years of working with gangs.

Tattoos on the Heart

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B. J. Penn

Glen Cordoza

Erich Krauss

The Book of Knowledge

BJ Penn, MMA Welterweight and Lightweight World Champion, is the only non-Brazilian to win the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Championships and is a fighter in the UFC. This work outlines his revolutionary system of fighting, detailing techniques, fight against the cage and formulate strategies based upon your personal attributes and strengths.

Mixed Martial Arts

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Edward Fiske

"The best college guide you can buy."--USA Today

Every college and university has a story, and no one tells those stories like former New York Timeseducation editor Edward B. Fiske. That's why, for nearly 40 years, the Fiske Guide to Collegeshas been the leading guide to 320+ four-year schools, including quotes from real students and information you won't find on college websites.

Fully updated and expanded every year, Fiske is the most authoritative source of information for college-bound students and their parents. Helpful, honest, and straightforward, the Fiske Guide to Collegesdelivers an insider's look at what it's really like to be a student at the "best and most interesting" schools in the United States, plus Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland--so you can find the bestfits for you.

In addition to detailed and candid stories on each school, you will find:
 * A self-quiz to help you understand what you are really looking for in a college
 * Lists of strong programs and popular majors at each college
 * "Overlap" listings to help you expand your options
 * Indexes that break down schools by state, price, and average debt
 * Exclusive academic, social,and quality-of-life ratings
 * All the basics, including financial aid stats, and acceptance rates

Plus a special section highlighting the 20 public and private Best Buy schools--colleges that provide the best educational value

Fiske Guide to Colleges 2022

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Lal Hardy

This collection covers all styles of tattoos from bold tribal pieces, Chines characters, and hieroglyphs to delicate air-brushed designs. Included are striking images of tattoos ranging from all-over "body suits" to individual motifs.

The Mammoth Book of Tattoos

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Tudor O. Bompa

Mauro G. Di Pasquale

Lorenzo J. Cornacchia

This guide to a proven training program to build muscular power, mass, and definition features the best exercises for maximally stimulating each muscle group, six detailed training phase and nutritional guide for each phase. Illustrations. Photos.

Serious Strength Training

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Joseph J. Mistovich

Keith J. Karren

Prehospital Emergency Care provides a comprehensive and student-friendly approach to EMT - Basic education. The author takes great care to provide a foundation for the skills needed to be a successful EMT - Basic. In addition, he offers clinical insight throughout the text so students have a better understanding when performing patient assessment and providing patient care. This book is ideal for the EMT-Basic who wants to go above and beyond the DOT requirements.

Prehospital Emergency Care

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Steven Shallenberger

Robert Shallenberger

Six Steps to Effectively Plan, Create Solutions, and Take Action

Many people wonder how to solve their challenges and

Start with the Vision

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Michael Bungay Stanier

Say Less, Ask More and Change the Way You Lead Forever

Coaching is an essential skill for leaders. But for most busy, overworked managers, coaching employees is done badly, or not at all. They're just too busy, and it's too hard to change. But what if managers could coach their people in 10 minutes or less? In Michael Bungay Stanier's The Coaching Habit, coaching becomes a regular, informal part of your day so managers and their teams can work less hard and have more impact. Coaching is an art and it's far easier said than done. It takes courage to ask a question rather than offer up advice, provide an answer, or unleash a solution. Giving another person the opportunity to find their own way, make their own mistakes, and create their own wisdom is both brave and vulnerable. It can also mean unlearning our ''fix it'' habits. In this practical and inspiring book, Michael shares seven transformative questions that can make a difference in how we lead and support. And, he guides us through the tricky part - how to take this new information and turn it into habits and a daily practice. -Brené Brown, author of Rising Strong and Daring Greatly Drawing on years of experience training more than 10,000 busy managers from around the globe in practical, everyday coaching skills, Bungay Stanier reveals how to unlock your peoples' potential. He unpacks seven essential coaching questions to demonstrate how---by saying less and asking more--you can develop coaching methods that produce great results. - Get straight to the point in any conversation with The Kickstart Question - Stay on track during any interaction with The AWE Question - Save hours of time for yourself with The Lazy Question, and hours of time for others with The Strategic Question - Get to the heart of any interpersonal or external challenge with The Focus Question and The Foundation Question - Finally, ensure others find your coaching as beneficial as you do with The Learning Question A fresh, innovative take on the traditional how-to manual, the book combines insider information with research based in neuroscience and behavioural economics, together with interactive training tools to turn practical advice into practiced habits. Dynamic question-and-answer sections help identify old habits and kick-start new behaviour, making sure you get the most out of all seven chapters. Witty and conversational, The Coaching Habit takes your work--and your workplace--from good to great.

The Coaching Habit

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Kenneth R. Timmerman

The Untold Story of Traitors, Saboteurs, and the Party of Surrender

“An alarming but necessary book that reads like a thriller. By raising uncomfortable questions, Ken Timmerman has performed a significant public service.” –Michael Medved, nationally syndicated talk radio host Some have called it the CIA’s greatest covert operation of all time. It is an intelligence war conducted behind the scenes, aimed at confusing, misleading, and ultimately defeating the enemy. The goal is nothing less than toppling the regime in power. A network of agents has been planted at key crossroads of power, stealing secrets, planting disinformation, and cooking intelligence. The plan involves sophisticated political sabotage operations that bring in opposition forces who can challenge the regime openly, in a way the CIA cannot. The scope is breathtaking. Who is the target of this vast, sophisticated CIA operation? Not the mullahs in Tehran or North Korea’s power-mad Kim Jong Il; the target is America’s president, George W. Bush. Drawing on exclusive information from senior government officials, intelligence operatives, and many others, investigative reporter Kenneth Timmerman provides the full, untold story of the sabotage that occurs behind the scenes at key government agencies like the CIA and State Department–and the profound effect it has on America’s ability to confront its most dangerous enemies. InShadow Warriors,Timmerman brings to light the vast underground working to undercut our nation’s efforts to win the war on terror–revealing the when, where, how, and who for the first time. He also exposes the Democratic politicians who have sold out America’s national security for political gain. InShadow Warriorsyou’ll learn: •How the CIA and State Department sabotaged the administration’s Iraq war plans from the start–sparking the insurgency in the process •How a high-level State Department official gathered aides after Bush’s reelection to insist they owedno allegianceto the president or his policies •How pre-war intelligence on Iraq wascooked–not by the Bush administration, but by its opponents •How and why the shadow warriors have leaked details of virtually every covert U.S. intelligence tool used in the war on terror •How the leaks have devastated our efforts to fight terrorism–such as when a key U.S. ally rebuffed the CIA director’s request for assistance by saying, “You Americans can’t keep secrets” •Why U.S. intelligence refused to examine important documents detailing the secret Iraqi networks that became the heart of the insurgency •How newly discovered Iraqi government documents reveal the extent of Saddam Hussein’s ties to international terrorists and the truth about his WMD arsenal Shadow Warriorsshows that George W. Bush never got the first rule of Washington: People are policy. He allowed his political enemies to run roughshod over his administration. This insider’s look at secret White House meetings, political backstabbing, and war-room summits is an eye-opening account of the mind-set that is crippling our effectiveness in Iraq and around the world. From the Hardcover edition.

Shadow Warriors

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Kazik

Recounts the struggle against the Nazi takeover of Warsaw and provides an account of the author's activities as head courier for the ZOB, the Jewish Fighting Organization.

Memoirs of a Warsaw Ghetto Fighter

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Gregory H. Williams

The True Story of a White Boy Who Discovered He Was Black

"A stunning journey to the heart of the racial dilemma in this country. Everyone will be enriched by reading the unforgettable tale.

Life on the Color Line

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Marita Nummikoski

World Languages

A Communicative Approach to Russian Language, Life, and Culture

Conquer the first stage of the Russian language with a communicative approach that goes beyond memorizing vocabulary! Troika will take students through all aspects of beginning Russian study, including the language, life, and culture of today’s Russian people. Develop students’ speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills with: 18 lessons that address a wide variety of topics ranging from Nationalities and Languages, to Daily Schedules. A step-by-step approach to learning, with every lesson divided into sub-topics featuring their own exercises to allow for testing of the material in segments. A variety of diverse student activities such as oral discussions, pre- and post-reading activities and writing exercises to foster group work as well as independent study. A full end-of-chapter grammar discussion, with exercises to foster the development of accurate communication skills. Authentic readings that are interwoven with the chapter topics, rather than in separate sections, to capture students’ attention. Cultural sections on famous people, as well as facts in geography, history and tradition, to enhance student appreciation of Russian life as well as language. This text is accompanied by ancillary materials that enrich Russian study for both student and instructor! For the Student: • Student Textbook (30945-1) • Workbook/Lab Manual/Pronunciation (30944-3) • Audio Cassettes (13805-3)—ask your bookstore to order! For the Instructor: • Annotated Instructor’s Edition (12926-7) • Test Bank (13803-7) • Audio Cassettes (13805-3) • Tapescript (13877-0).

Troika

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Chadman

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