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Encyclopedia of Recorded Sound in the United States

Author: Guy A. Marco

Publisher: New York : Garland Pub.

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 978

ISBN-13:

This alphabetical reference covers the entire spectrum of the recording of sound, from Edison's experimental cylinders to contemporary high technology. The major focus is on the recorded sound industry in the US, with additional material on Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. The coverage is particularly strong on the earliest periods of recorded sound history--1877-1948, the 78 rpm era and 1949-1982, the LP era. In addition to performers and their work, entries also cover important commercial organizations, individuals who made significant technical contributions, societies and associations, sound archives and libraries, magazines, catalogs, award winners, technical topics, special and foreign terms, copyright laws, and other areas of interest. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Design and Build in Action

Author: David Mosey

Publisher: Chartridge Books Oxford

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 173

ISBN-13: 1902375025

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This book examines the design and build (D & B) method of procurement in the construction industry: its strengths, weaknesses and idiosyncrasies. Crucially, case studies of D & B projects on which the author has worked are included. The book begins by looking at the reasons for the increasing interest in D it then examines the basic components and principles of D & B, covering such issues as what is a D & B contract, the level and scope of liabilities, hybrids - what do they really mean and how many of them are there (design, manage, construct etc.)? Chapters include: the basic principles; the basic law; legal and practical pitfalls; the role of the professionals; novation; extra contractual protections; subcontractors and suppliers; health and safety; D & B in housing and urban regeneration; D & B in commercial/complex projects; D & B on contaminated land; D & B and partnering; D & G and the public finance initiative; JCT 81 amendment 12; appendix - D & B standard forms.

The Annenbergs

Author: John E. Cooney

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13:

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"This is the colorful and dramatic biography of two of America's most controversial entrepreneurs: Moses Louis Annenberg, 'the racing wire king, ' who built his fortune in racketeering, invested it in publishing, and lost much of it in the biggest tax evasion case in United States history; and his son, Walter, launcher of TV Guide and Seventeen magazines and former ambassador to Great Britain."--Jacket.

Prietita Y la Llorona

Author: Gloria Anzaldúa

Publisher: Children's Book Press

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 46

ISBN-13: 9780892391677

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All her life, Prietita has heard terrifying tales of "la llorona", the legendary ghost of a woman who steals children at night. When she actually encounters the ghost, Prietita discovers a compassionate woman who helps Prietita on her journey of self-discovery. Based on a Mexican legend. Full-color illustrations.

Amigos Del Otro Lado

Author: Gloria Anzaldúa

Publisher: Children's Book Press

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 9780892391301

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Did you come from Mexico? An Mexican-American defends Joaquin, a boyy frp, Mexico who came across the border. The Border Patrol is looking for him and his mother who are hiding. His newly found friend Prietita took him to the Herb Lady to help him with red welts.

The Chicago Tribune Book of the Chicago White Sox

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Publisher: Agate Midway

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 9781572842441

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A beautiful and detail-rich hardbound collection of Chicago White Sox history, containing essays, box scores, original reporting, archival photographs, and various memorabilia for one of MLB's most beloved franchises.