Not Playing Around
Not Playing Around

Author: Andrew M. Colombo-Dougovito

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2022-08-16

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 1793654689

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A 2023 Choice Reviews Outstanding Academic Title This book provides an accessible space for interdisciplinary scholarship and narrative through an analysis of the power of media and sports, focusing on the intersectionality of identity, politics, social justice, and social movements within this context. Contributors examine how identities coalesce in sports and discuss the ways in which sports provide spaces for marginalized communities and create unique platforms that shift how society defines identity. Athletes’ identities and actions—and mass media’s representation thereof—can influence both the perceptions of society as a whole and how individuals view themselves, contributors argue. Each chapter delves into how different aspects of identity, including race, gender, disability, and sexuality, have developed and influenced social change, with a strong focus on lived experiences of both scholars and athletes from marginalized communities. Scholars of media studies, communication, sociology, and kinesiology may find this book particularly useful.

The Last Lecture
The Last Lecture

Author: Randy Pausch

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780340978504

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The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.

Hallo-waiian Murder Mystery
Hallo-waiian Murder Mystery

Author: Rosalie Spielman

Publisher: Gemma Halliday Publishing

Published: 2023-10-03

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13:

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From author Rosalie Spielman comes a Halloween homicide in paradise... It's Kiki Hepburn's first Halloween in Aloha Lagoon, and she doesn't know exactly what to expect. Between working at the busy Aloha Lagoon Dive Shop and living with the eccentric Auntie Akamai, life is always unpredictable. But one thing Kiki definitely didn't expect to find is the dead body of Auntie Akamai's life-long friend, Celine Suzuki! And when the island's Homicide Detective Ray shows up, Kiki knows the death is not an accident—it's murder. Now Auntie Akamai's friends are all suspects in the death. Was it Oliana Harris, the Pineapple Princess, and heiress to a pineapple fortune? Margaux La Roux, a transplant from New Orleans? Or Stella Keawe, Akamai's gossipy goose of a neighbor? They're all acting suspiciously. And each is hiding something. But is what they're hiding worth killing over? To complicate matters even more, Kiki's parents want her to bring her hot diver boyfriend Dex home for the holidays, and Kiki's not sure how she feels about the whole situation—let alone how Dex feels. Instead of enjoying her first Hawaiian Autumn under the waves, Kiki's investigation takes her to gardens of flowering poisonous plants, an over-the-top animal shelter, a prickly pineapple plantation, and a zombie theme "Hallo-wedding." With time running out and "something" stalking her every move, will Kiki live to see her Halloween treats? Or will this year end in a "trick" Kiki won't come back from? About Aloha Lagoon: There's trouble in paradise... Welcome to Aloha Lagoon, one of Hawaii's hidden treasures. A little bit of tropical paradise nestled along the coast of Kauai, this resort town boasts luxurious accommodation, friendly island atmosphere...and only a slightly higher than normal murder rate. While mysterious circumstances may be the norm on our corner of the island, we're certain that our staff and Lagoon natives will make your stay in Aloha Lagoon one you will never forget!

Hauntings
Hauntings

Author: Joseph Natoli

Publisher: SUNY Press

Published: 1994-11-22

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9780791421543

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This book is about the way that popular film brings to a "sayable" level that which haunts us in the media headlines.

Water Rights Settlement Act
Water Rights Settlement Act

Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Subcommittee on Irrigation and Reclamation

Publisher:

Published: 1956

Total Pages: 640

ISBN-13:

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Metal Swarm
Metal Swarm

Author: Kevin J. Anderson

Publisher: Orbit

Published: 2007-12-10

Total Pages: 460

ISBN-13: 031602404X

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In the aftermath of a devastating war, swarms of ancient black robots built by the lost insectoid Klikiss race continue their depredations on helpless worlds with stolen and heavily armed Earth battleships. Among the humans, the Hansa's brutal Chairman struggles to crush any resistance even as King Peter breaks away to form his own new Confederation among the colonies who have declared their independence. And meanwhile, the original, voracious Klikiss race, long thought to be extinct, has returned, intent on conquering their former worlds and willing to annihilate anyone in the way. Praise for the Saga of Seven Suns? "A soaring epic? A space opera to rival the best the field has ever seen." -- Science Fiction Chronicle "Kevin Anderson has created a fully independent and richly conceived venue for his personal brand of space opera, a venue that nonetheless raises fruitful resonances with Frank Herbert's classic Dune series." -- Scifi.com

Single Dad's Sweetheart
Single Dad's Sweetheart

Author: Amelia Wilde

Publisher: Amelia Wilde

Published: 2018-11-04

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13:

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Wilder is the world’s biggest rockstar. Shira’s a small-town nobody. It’ll never work. Slinging candy was never Shira’s life plan. Then again, neither was meeting her rock star idol at her parents’ candy shop. The single dad superstar is in town on orders from his manager. He doesn’t have time to fall for the girl behind the candy counter—not when his record deal is at stake. She’s way too innocent and sugary for him. But one look at her has him reconsidering his stance on sweets…

Defeating the Demon Lord's a Cinch (If You've Got a Ringer), Vol. 3
Defeating the Demon Lord's a Cinch (If You've Got a Ringer), Vol. 3

Author: Tsukikage

Publisher: Yen Press LLC

Published: 2019-03-19

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1975303830

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Having wrapped up their battles in Yutith's Tomb, Holy Warrior Naotsugu Toudou and crew (with Ares Crown hot on their heels) make their way to Golem Valley to level up. But there's no end in sight for Ares's troubles-his newest recruit, Stephenne Veronide, may be a talented holy caster, but she's also a world-class ditz! With her around, anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Will Ares be able to keep his cool as he maneuvers both her and the Holy Warrior out of harm's way? Or has this priest finally reached the end of his rope?

Peripheral Conflict
Peripheral Conflict

Author: S.C. Cobb

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2011-08-19

Total Pages: 415

ISBN-13: 1469114623

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Vearios, a powerful sorcerer from long ago, has awakened to the high-tech commotion of modern day thirsting for a power long lost. Fortunately, everything was already in place for his conquest, thanks to his loyal servant Xamorus: a shrewd businessman who amassed billions in capital and resources in anticipation of his return. As a result, Man's first extraterrestrial encounter, along with its precious time travel technology, is kidnapped. And through a complex, fifteen minute manipulation of time, an army only six thousand strong brought the entire world to its knees. In Peripheral Conflict, time travel becomes the common thread that pulls various social, cultural, and historical realms into the throes of a post-nuclear society while readers are pulled into a compelling tale peopled by a unique cast of personalities, all determined to undo what has been done. The answers are out there and they are all just beyond peripheral view...