Bad Fads

Author : Mark A. Long,Jim Fee
Publisher : ECW Press
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781550224917

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Bad Fads by Mark A. Long,Jim Fee Pdf

"What do you say to a hilarious tour of the coolest trends and baddest fads of the century? An A-to-Z ride on the pop culture waves that have made us what we are, Bad Fads takes you from the flapper styles of the 20s to the genius-defying Rubik's cube, from thigh-spilling hotpants to the rise (and fall) of the toga party, from the Ouija board to Pac-Man mania. In this retro-ramble, Mark Long goes behind the trends, revealing their obscure beginnings, their often unlikely paths to popularity, and their inevitable - and humiliating! - tumbles into the dusty warehouse of history. A must-have for any observer of the crazy games we all play, Bad Fads illustrates the very heart of our bizarre and ever-changing culture."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Author : David M. Glantz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 872 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015060590026

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Colossus Reborn by David M. Glantz Pdf

"Beyond the battles themselves, Glantz also presents an in-depth portrait of the Red Army as an evolving military institution. Assessing more clearly than ever before the army's size, strength, and force structure, he provides keen insights into its doctrine, strategy, tactics, weaponry, training, officer corps, and political leadership. In the process, be puts a human face on the Red Army's commanders and soldiers, including women and those who served in units - security (NKVD), engineer, railroad, auto-transport, construction, and penal forces - that have till now remained poorly understood."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : David Collins
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136295089

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Management Fads and Buzzwords by David Collins Pdf

Around 5,000 business and management titles are published every year, and increasingly, their preferred mode of presentation is centred on the creation and marketing of buzzwords and fads. This book argues that these management fads and buzzwords deflect critical inquiry and limit useful action because they present a 'ready made' view of the world, which rejects the benefits of theoretical analysis and reflection. Topics covered include: * the 'guru industry' * 'excellence' * business process re-engineering * empowerment * culture * knowledge work * globalization. 'Unpacking' the 'guru industry' and analyzing the fads and buzzwords, this book provides a 'critical-practical' analysis, designed to allow readers to locate, understand and critique management fashion.

Author : M. H. Seeley
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781482457506

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America's Oddest Fads by M. H. Seeley Pdf

Fads come and go, but they’re almost always weird. From troll dolls to pet rocks and even goldfish swallowing, there are plenty of weird fads hidden in American history. Full-color photographs introduce readers to one of America’s earliest fads—drawing panoramas of towns—as well as some of the weirder phenomena like flagpole sitting or dance contests. With full-color photographs highlighting these odd toys, games, and hobbies, readers learn some of the reasons behind these trends in American history.

Author : Nancy Hendricks
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 897 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9781440851834

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Popular Fads and Crazes through American History [2 volumes] by Nancy Hendricks Pdf

This informative two-volume set provides readers with an understanding of the fads and crazes that have taken America by storm from colonial times to the present. Entries cover a range of topics, including food, entertainment, fashion, music, and language. Why could hula hoops and TV westerns only have been found in every household in the 1950s? What murdered Russian princess can be seen in one of the first documented selfies, taken in 1914? This book answers those questions and more in its documentation of all of the most captivating trends that have defined American popular culture since before the country began. Entries are well-researched and alphabetized by decade. At the start of every section is an insightful historical overview of the decade, and the set uniquely illustrates what today's readers have in common with the past. It also contains a Glossary of Slang for each decade as well as a bibliography, plus suggestions for further reading for each entry. Students and readers interested in history will enjoy discovering trends through the years in such areas as fashion, movies, music, and sports.

Author : Mark A. Long
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2005-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0756794099

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Bad Fads by Mark A. Long Pdf

What do you say to a hilarious tour of the coolest trends & baddest fads of the century? An A-to-Z ride on the pop culture waves that have made us what we are, this book takes you from the flapper styles of the 20s to the genius-defying Rubik's cube, from thigh-spillling hotpants to the rise (& fall) of the toga party, from the Ouija board to Pac-Man mania. In this retro-ramble, Mark Long goes behind the trends, revealing their obscure beginnings, their often unlikely paths to popularity, & their inevitable--& humiliating!--tumbles into the dusty warehouse of history. A must-have for any observer of the crazy games we all play, this book illustrates the very heart of our bizarre & ever-changing culture. Illus.

Author : Dan Crowley
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2007-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1402248210

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505 Unbelievably Stupid Webpages by Dan Crowley Pdf

With more than 25,000 copies sold this new edition is completely updated and revised to include the most bizarre websites to emerge in the last few years.

Author : James Ciment
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 2008 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317462354

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Postwar America by James Ciment Pdf

From the outbreak of the Cold War to the rise of the United States as the last remaining superpower, the years following World War II were filled with momentous events and rapid change. Diplomatically, economically, politically, and culturally, the United States became a major influence around the globe. On the domestic front, this period witnessed some of the most turbulent and prosperous years in American history. "Postwar America: An Encyclopedia of Social, Political, Cultural, and Economic History" provides detailed coverage of all the remarkable developments within the United States during this period, as well as their dramatic impact on the rest of the world. A-Z entries address specific persons, groups, concepts, events, geographical locations, organizations, and cultural and technological phenomena. Sidebars highlight primary source materials, items of special interest, statistical data, and other information; and Cultural Landmark entries chronologically detail the music, literature, arts, and cultural history of the era. Bibliographies covering literature from the postwar era and about the era are also included, as are illustrations and specialized indexes.

Author : Erin Elisabeth Conley
Publisher : Millbrook Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2007-08-01
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780547959412

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Uncool by Erin Elisabeth Conley Pdf

So you didn’t make the cheerleading squad. You wouldn’t be caught dead in one of those too-short pleated skirts anyway. Fact is, you’re not the same as everyone else. So what’s wrong with that? An insightful and comedic commentary on misfitting in, Uncool shows just how cool being uncool can be. Including stories and quotes from real teens, creative activities for alternative thinkers, and much more, Uncool is the independent girl’s guide for getting through the horrors of clone-happy high school.

Author : Compiled by Barbour Staff
Publisher : Barbour Publishing
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781634099196

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Tackling Truth by Compiled by Barbour Staff Pdf

If you enjoy the NFL and college game, you’ll love Tackling Truth—175 Spiritual Truths Drawn from the Great Game of Football. This brand-new devotional provides a reading a day for an entire season—or off-season!—highlighting intriguing players, both famous and less well known; important games through pro and college history; teams both current and forgotten, and more, drawing a spiritual point from each. Thought-provoking but never preachy, Tackling Truth is a perfect follow-up to the Playing with Purpose biographies of Major League Baseball, National Football League, and National Basketball Association stars from Barbour.

Author : Kevin R. Murphy
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317824336

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A Critique of Emotional Intelligence by Kevin R. Murphy Pdf

This book analyzes important criticisms of the current research on Emotional Intelligence (EI), a topic of growing interest in the behavioral and social sciences. It looks at emotional intelligence research and EI interventions from a scientific and measurement perspective and identifies ways of improving the often shaky foundations of our current conceptions of emotional intelligence. With a balanced viewpoint, A Critique of Emotional Intelligence includes contributions from leading critics of EI research and practice (e.g., Frank Landy, Mark Schmit, Chockalingam Viswesvaran), proponents of EI (e.g., Neal Ashkanasy, Catherine Daus), as well as a broad range of well-informed authors. Proponents claim that EI is more important in life than academic intelligence, while opponents claim that there is no such thing as emotional intelligence. Three key criticisms that have been leveled at emotional intelligence include: (1) EI is poorly defined and poorly measured; (2) EI is a new name for familiar constructs that have been studied for decades; and (3) claims about EI are overblown. While the book presents these criticisms, the final section proposes ways of improving EI research and practice with EI theories, tests, and applications.

Author : Jack Levin
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008-06-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781452215525

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Sociological Snapshots 5 by Jack Levin Pdf

The Fifth Edition of the best-selling Sociological Snapshots continues to provide a solid foundation for students as it introduces them to the world of sociological analysis. Combining abstract sociological concepts with interesting and grounded essays ("snapshots") on issues of contemporary interest, this book helps students discover relevant connections and encourages them to develop a sociological eye. By linking everyday life experiences to foundational concepts and concerns, it serves as an effective springboard from the student’s familiar and concrete world to the more abstract realm of sociological theory and the sociological perspective. Student-friendly introductions preceding each section of the text provide rich context and tie the readings to the central concepts of sociological thought, while writing, observation, and data-collecting exercises following each section encourage students to practice what they are learning. New to the Fifth Edition Features updated topics and research within each essay Includes five new snapshots on current issues: immigrants from Latin American countries; celebratory rioting by college students; hate as a mental illness; sex offenders; and violence on the national mall in Washington, D.C. Provides an updated annotated reading list at the end of each section, connecting the informal essays to the more formal research literature of the discipline Intended Audience Using accessible language and an entertaining writing style, this book is a valuable supplementary text for Introductory Sociology, Social Change, or Modernization courses. Contributor to the SAGE Teaching Innovations and Professional Development Award

Author : David M. Glantz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015061458132

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Companion to Colossus Reborn by David M. Glantz Pdf

This book contains the companion appendixes to Colossus Reborn by David Glantz published in 2005 by University Press of Kansas.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Crime
ISBN : MINN:30000010772220

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FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin by Anonim Pdf

Author : Margo Maine,Joe Kelly
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2005-07-15
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780471727736

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The Body Myth by Margo Maine,Joe Kelly Pdf

Clinical psychologist Margo Maine has been successfully helping adult women overcome eating disorders and body image problems for over twenty years. In The Body Myth, she explains the toll these problems can take on women’s lives and provides healing insights and proven techniques for reclaiming readers’ lives from the debilitating belief that a woman’s self-worth and her worth to others are derived from how she looks, how much she weighs, and what she eats–the Body Myth. Using poignant real-life stories, Dr. Maine explores the complex emotional, social, and cultural forces that perpetuate the Body Myth. A unique and invaluable source of information and inspiration, this breakthrough guide equips readers with the knowledge and tools to escape the clutches of the Body Myth and live a more balanced, fulfilling life.