Download or read book Ra Kit s Initiation A Zak Bates Eco Adventure written by W. Bradford Swift and published by W. Bradford Swift . This book was released on with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the visionary young adult fantasy, Dominion Over All by W. Bradford Swift, Zak Bates is blackmailed by Ra-Kit, the last living magic cat, to accompany her and her companion, Sampson the flying dog, on a daring adventure to save the animal kingdom from annihilation. But where did Ra-Kit's magic come from? Is she really five-hundred years old or is that just part of the mythology she's woven for herself? What did Ra-Kit have to do to be initiated into the secret clan of magic cats? In Ra-Kit's Initiation, these questions and more are revealed in quirky romp around London in the mid-1800s. It's a digital short for animal lovers of all ages. A call to arms for animal lovers of all ages… An eloquent alternate history for our times!
Download or read book Ra Kit s Initiation written by W. Bradford Swift and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How does an orphan kitten grow up to be the last living magic cat?A prequel to the Zak Bates Eco-Adventure series In W Bradford Swift's visionary fantasy, Dominion Over All, Zak Bates is blackmailed by Ra-Kit, the last living magic cat, to accompany her and her companion, Sampson the flying dog, on a daring adventure to save the animal kingdom from annihilation.But where did Ra-Kit's magic come from? Is she really five-hundred years old or is that just part of the mythology she's woven for herself? What did Ra-Kit have to do to be initiated into the secret clan of magic cats?In Ra-Kit's Initiation, these questions and more are revealed in a quirky romp around London in the mid-1800s. It's a digital short for animal lovers of all ages.
Download or read book The Zak Bates Eco adventure Boxset written by W. Bradford Swift and published by W. Bradford Swift . This book was released on 2021-04-04 with total page 667 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Zak Bates Eco-adventure Boxset includes: Ra-Kit's Initiation (A Prequel) How does an orphan kitten grow up to be the last living magic cat? A prequel to the Zak Bates Eco-Adventure series Ra-Kit claims to be the last living magic cat. But where did Ra-Kit's magic come from? Is she really five hundred years old or is that just part of the mythology she's woven for herself? What did Ra-Kit have to do to be initiated into the secret clan of magic cats? Dominion Over All When the last living magic cat and her flying canine companion show up on your doorstep, you don't expect things to get any stranger! Despite running his own zoo, Zak Bates considers himself pretty normal for a thirteen-year-old. Visited by Ra-Kit, a scruffy feline with some serious catnip issues, he's ill-prepared for the life-or-death assignment that follows. With the weight of the world on his shoulders, Zak must represent the Animal Kingdom at a United Nations Conference on Global Warming, convince the world government to stop poisoning the planet, broker interspecies peace, and diffuse an impending, bloody rebellion—just a bit harder than algebra! Endangered Protecting the planet: a thankless job and one that has no breaks! For Zak Bates and his magical friends, the next eco-adventures is usually right around the corner. In Zanesville, Ohio, a dangerous menagerie has escaped from a private preserve, and the situation threatens to spiral out of control. Francis, a spirit bear from British Columbia is being held captive, and, to free him, the Eco-Adventurers will need to align with Chatters, a white (knight) squirrel. Ghost Elephant In plundering the planet's treasures, men may gather riches, but more profound wealth is lost... Nia Gaines is the newest member of Zak Bate's Eco-Adventure task force—it's only, she doesn't know it yet. When Nia's parents drag her along on a business trip to China, the source of their affluence soon becomes clear: ivory, prized since ancient times for its beauty and never before so rare. In Beijing's back-alley curio shops, the prices are great...but what's the cost? The answer will change Nia's world. Along with the Eco-team, her journey will shed light on the darkest facets of humankind...but, even poachers have families to feed, and no solution is simple. What can be done to promise peace for man and those at his mercy? Junkyard Dogs Ready for a doggone great adventure? EmBARK today! As the head of an eco-team that's been tasked to overcome global warming and protect endangered species, Zak Bates is as busy as ever. Despite much help from a truly stellar multi-species coterie, his life, in a word, is wild, and it seems that things are about to get hairier. When the eco-team receives word from the Council of Animals of the Spiritual Frontier about a curious disturbance amongst New York's animal population, it soon becomes clear that something truly sinister is afoot—or apaw—and, worse, the plague is prodigious. BONUS: Ra-Kit Takes on a Sidekick. Inspired by real events. Pick up your copy of the Zak Bates Eco-adventure series Box Set today because you know it's time to bring more adventure to your own life. Reviews: I have just finished this book, full of suspense and difficult to put down! Brad Swift's Dominion Over All is a delight. Both youth and adult readers can relate to young Zak's rite of passage into an adventurer's life. Young Boy and his dog, a Magic Cat, a Flying Dog, and a poisoned world, what more can you ask for. This was a delight to read, kept me turning the pages, and waiting to see how it all would come together. My 8yr old, 13yr old, and even 15yr old, enjoyed the story. This is a wonderful story of adventure as Zak, with the help of his new friends, finds the strength within himself to do what he never thought possible. 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Download or read book Ra Kit s Initiation Dominion Over All Special 2 Books in One Set written by W. Bradford Swift and published by W. Bradford Swift . This book was released on 2023-05-08 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the magical origins of Ra-Kit and embark on an epic eco-adventure with Zak Bates in this special two-book set, featuring the prequel Ra-Kit's Initiation and Dominion Over All, the first installment in the bestselling Zak Bates Eco-Adventure series. In Ra-Kit's Initiation, unearth the mysterious past of the last living magic cat, Ra-Kit. Journey back to London in the mid-1800s and follow the quirky, courageous orphan kitten as she undergoes her initiation into the secret clan of magic cats. This prequel is perfect for animal lovers of all ages seeking to uncover the origins of Ra-Kit's incredible powers and her true age. Then, dive into Dominion Over All, where thirteen-year-old Zak Bates, who runs his own zoo, encounters Ra-Kit and her flying canine companion, Sampson. Suddenly, his seemingly normal life is turned upside down when he's tasked with representing the Animal Kingdom at a United Nations Conference on Global Warming. With the weight of the world on his shoulders, Zak must convince the world government to stop poisoning the planet, broker interspecies peace, and prevent an impending rebellion - all while navigating the trials of adolescence. This special combo set is a call to arms for animal lovers and eco-warriors alike, with an eloquent environmental message for our times. The Zak Bates Eco-Adventure series captivates readers of all ages, from 8 to 15-year-olds to adults, with its gripping storylines and unforgettable characters. Don't miss out on any of the adventures of the eco-team that include: Ra-Kit's Initiation, a prequel to the Zak Bates Eco-adventure series Dominion Over All Endangered Ghost Elephant Junkyard Dogs Also available in audiobook editions narrated by the amazing Benjamin Fife. Join Zak, Ra-Kit, and Sampson as they work together to preserve Earth's beauty and face unimaginable challenges in this enchanting and thrilling eco-fantasy series.
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Download or read book Moral Ecology of a Forest written by José E. Martínez-Reyes and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2016-11-29 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forests are alive, filled with rich, biologically complex life forms and the interrelationships of multiple species and materials. Vulnerable to a host of changing conditions in this global era, forests are in peril as never before. New markets in carbon and environmental services attract speculators. In the name of conservation, such speculators attempt to undermine local land control in these desirable areas. Moral Ecology of a Forest provides an ethnographic account of conservation politics, particularly the conflict between Western conservation and Mayan ontological ecology. The difficult interactions of the Maya of central Quintana Roo, Mexico, for example, or the Mayan communities of the Sain Ka’an Biosphere, demonstrate the clashing interests with Western biodiversity conservation initiatives. The conflicts within the forest of Quintana Roo represent the outcome of nature in this global era, where the forces of land grabbing, conservation promotion and organizations, and capitalism vie for control of forests and land. Forests pose living questions. In addition to the ever-thrilling biology of interdependent species, forests raise questions in the sphere of political economy, and thus raise cultural and moral questions. The economic aspects focus on the power dynamics and ideological perspectives over who controls, uses, exploits, or preserves those life forms and landscapes. The cultural and moral issues focus on the symbolic meanings, forms of knowledge, and obligations that people of different backgrounds, ethnicities, and classes have constructed in relation to their lands. The Maya Forest of Quintana Roo is a historically disputed place in which these three questions come together.
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Download or read book Promoting Psychological Resilience in the U S Military written by Lisa S. Meredith and published by Rand Corporation. This book was released on 2011-06 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As U.S. service members deploy for extended periods on a repeated basis, their ability to cope with the stress of deployment may be challenged. Many programs are available to encourage and support psychological resilience among service members and families. However, little is known about these programs' effectiveness. This report reviews resilience literature and programs to identify evidence-informed factors for promoting resilience.
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Download or read book Moving a Mountain written by Eileen E. Schell and published by National Council of Teachers of English (Ncte). This book was released on 2001 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses the counterproductive conditions in which part-time and non-tenure-track composition faculty must teach, using case studies, local narratives, and models for ethical employment practices. It presents and evaluates a range of proactive strategies for change, both for local conditions and broader considerations. Section 1, Transforming the Cultural and Material Conditions of Contingent Writing Faculty: The Personal and the Institutional, includes the following 5 chapters: (1) "Shadows of the Mountain" (Chris M. Anson and Richard Jewell); (2) "Non-Tenure-Track Instructors at UALR: Breaking Rules, Splitting Departments" (Barry M. Maid); (3) "The Best of Times, the Worst of Times: One Version of the 'Humane' Lectureship" (Eva Brumberger); (4) "The Material and the Cultural as Interconnected Texts: Revising Material Conditions for Part-Time Faculty at Syracuse University" (Carol Lipson and Molly Voorheis); and (5) "Trafficking in Freeway Flyers: (Re)Viewing Literacy, Working Conditions, and Quality Instruction" (Helen O'Grady). Section 2, Collectivity and Change in Non-Tenure-Track Employment: Collective Bargaining, Coalition Building, and Community Organizing, contains the following 6 chapters: (6) "The Real Scandal in Higher Education" (Walter Jacobsohn); (7) "Faculty at the Crossroads: Making the Part-Time Problem a Full-Time Focus" (Karen Thompson); (8) "How Did We Get in This Fix? A Personal Account of the Shift to a Part-Time Faculty in a Leading Two-Year College District" (John C. Lovas); (9) "A Place to Stand: The Role of Unions in the Development of Writing Programs" (Nicholas Tingle and Judy Kirscht); (10) "Same Struggle, Same Fight: A Case Study of University Students and Faculty United in Labor Activism" (Elana Peled, Diana Hines, Michael John Martin, Anne Stafford, Brian Strang, Mary Winegarden, and Melanie Wise); and (11) "Climbing a Mountain: An Adjunct Steering Committee Brings Change to Bowling Green State University's English Department" (Debra A. Benko). Section 3, Rethinking Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Roles and Rewards, contains the following 3 chapters: (12) "Distance Education: Political and Professional Agency for Adjunct and Part-Time Faculty, and GTAs" (Danielle DeVoss, Dawn Hayden, Cynthia L. Selfe, and Richard J. Selfe, Jr.); (13) "The Scholarship of Teaching: Contributions from Contingent Faculty" (Patricia Lambert Stock, Amanda Brown, David Franke, and John Starkweather); and (14) "What's the Bottom-Line? Literacy and Quality Education in the Twenty-First Century" (Eileen E. Schell). Contains over 800 references, including the appendix: "Select Bibliography: Contingent Labor Issues in Composition Studies and Higher Education" (Margaret M. Cunniffe and Eileen E. Schell), which consists of approximately 600 items. (EF)
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Download or read book Alan Turing Life and Legacy of a Great Thinker written by Christof Teuscher and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a distinguished cast of contributors, Alan Turing: Life and Legacy of a Great Thinker is the definitive collection of essays in commemoration of the 90th birthday of Alan Turing. This fascinating text covers the rich facets of his life, thoughts, and legacy, but also sheds some light on the future of computing science with a chapter contributed by visionary Ray Kurzweil, winner of the 1999 National Medal of Technology. Further, important contributions come from the philosopher Daniel Dennett, the Turing biographer Andrew Hodges, and from the distinguished logician Martin Davis, who provides a first critical essay on an emerging and controversial field termed "hypercomputation".
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Download or read book Health Psychology written by Catherine A. Sanderson and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2018-03-01 with total page 1021 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Health Psychology: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection introduces students to the story of health psychology through clear connections between science and the real world. Using a highly accessible writing style, author Catherine A. Sanderson employs a strong emphasis on the scientific principles and processes underlying the field of health psychology to present balanced coverage of foundational research, cutting-edge research, essential theories, and real-world application. The Third Edition builds on its strong student-oriented pedagogical program, streamlines content, and includes recent studies, pop culture references, and coverage of neuroscience to support student learning and engagement. Students will enjoy reading the text because of its relevance in helping them live long and healthy lives.
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