Featherings

Author : W. S. Penn
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2004-12-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0803287828

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Feathering Custer by W. S. Penn Pdf

The noted Nez Perce fiction writer and critic W. S. Penn turns his wry and penetrating gaze on the state of modern Native life and literature and considers how modern scholarship has affected the ways Natives and others see themselves and their world. The result is a uniquely frank, witty, and unsettling critique of contemporary theory and its ability to come to terms with the real lives and literatures of Natives in North America. ø Key to this critique is the troubling issue of what properly constitutes a traditional "Indian" identity and an "Indian" literature within Native communities and in the academy. In confronting this issue, Penn exposes some of the sillier uses of the serious language of diversity as well as the impact of identity politics on Native professors. And yet, Penn argues, the storytelling traditions so central to Native communities remain very much alive today, hidden in the corners of the literary canon.

Author : Brian Reeder
Publisher : Author House
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-05-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781456747831

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An Introduction to Form and Feathering of the Domestic Fowl by Brian Reeder Pdf

In this introduction to the genetics of form and feathering of the domestic fowl you will fi nd a straightforward method that allows anyone, beginner or advanced hobbyist, to understand how the major genes of form and feathering come together to create the silhouette that is the hallmark of each breed. Beginning with a discussion of the skeleton genes, then moving to muscling genes, feathering genes and fi nally to comb genes, an understanding of the layers that make the silhouette is revealed. From this system of understanding how the silhouette is formed, one can then understand what really makes one breed unique from another. All of the genes presented herein are found in the commonly seen exhibition breeds and many hobbyists will be familiar with these breeds, but may be less familiar with the genetic factors involved. This volume is a wonderful tool for learning the basis of how the breeds are made, how their respective forms are derived from separate genes of form and feathering, and how those genes all come together to make the one visual impression that we consider a breed. There is in fact no one single gene which makes the form of any given breed. Many genes are required to derive each type and the combination of those many genes creates the silhouette. As you will see from the many silhouette illustrations in this book, once you know a breed, it is instantly recognizable from its silhouette alone. In addition to the discussion of the genes, there is a discussion of basic genetic concepts and of the complex and often confusing method of quantitative selection that is very applicable to many of the genes described herein. This book presents a very clear system for learning about the genetics of form and feathering in the domestic fowl and is written to be understood by the young and beginners alike.

Author : Robert VAILE
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 22 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1863
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0026683056

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Vaile's Patent Submerged and Feathering Endless Chain Propeller for the more rapid and economical propulsion of ships and boats, etc by Robert VAILE Pdf

Author : Jianxia Wang
Publisher : Tectum Verlag DE
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Broilers (Chickens)
ISBN : 382888167X

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The Effects of Different Feathering Types in Broilers Kept Under Normal and High Environmental Temperatures on Performance and Metabolism Characteristics by Jianxia Wang Pdf

Author : Marlin Fitzwater
Publisher : CCB Publishing
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781926918822

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Esther's Pillow by Marlin Fitzwater Pdf

The year is 1911. After attending college for two years, Margaret Chambers returns home to teach in the one-room school house of her youth. Trouble brews quickly. The God-fearing citizens of his small, weather-beaten town feel threatened by the bright-eyed, full-figured Margaret. She's too smart by half and she needs to be put in her place. The men devise a plan to chase Margaret from the county forever. But fueled by whiskey and the shame of their own desires, their plan soon spins out of control. In one night of violence, they ambush Margaret and tar and feather her naked body. After the men are arrested, a long, painful trial begins - a trial that will thrust this proud, private Kansas town into the national spotlight, splitting families apart and exposing the dark secrets of one hideous night. "Esther's Pillow" is based on a true story. About the Author Marlin Fitzwater was born and raised in Kansas. He has written a memoir about his years of service to Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, "Call the Briefing"; two novels, "Esther's Pillow," and "Death in the Polka Dot Shoes"; and a collection of short stories called, "Sunflowers." He is married and lives in Deale, Maryland.

Author : Dana Meachen Rau
Publisher : Cherry Lake
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2015-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781633624276

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Having Fun with Hair Feathering by Dana Meachen Rau Pdf

Feathers are not just for birds! This book includes a variety of ideas for using them in decorating your hair. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1944
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : CORNELL:31924069335945

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Journal of the Aeronautical Sciences by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Army Air Forces. Office of Flying Safety
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1945
Category : B-29 (Bomber)
ISBN : UOM:39015003724971

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Pilots' and Flight Engineers' Training Manual for the Superfortress, B-29 by United States. Army Air Forces. Office of Flying Safety Pdf

Author : Smithsonian Institution. Board of Regents
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 930 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1898
Category : Discoveries in science
ISBN : HARVARD:32044106285406

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Annual Report of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution by Smithsonian Institution. Board of Regents Pdf

Author : United States. Court of Claims,Audrey Bernhardt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 932 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1951
Category : Law reports, digests, etc
ISBN : IND:39000007335503

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Cases Decided in the United States Court of Claims ... with Report of Decisions of the Supreme Court in Court of Claims Cases by United States. Court of Claims,Audrey Bernhardt Pdf

Author : K.N. Ngan,T. Meier,D. Chai
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1999-08-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080498736

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Advanced Video Coding: Principles and Techniques by K.N. Ngan,T. Meier,D. Chai Pdf

In recent years, the paradigm of video coding has shifted from that of a frame-based approach to a content-based approach, particularly with the finalization of the ISO multimedia coding standard, MPEG-4. MPEG-4 is the emerging standard for the coding of multimedia content. It defines a syntax for a set of content-based functionalities, namely, content-based interactivity, compression and universal access. However, it does not specify how the video content is to be generated. To generate the video content, video has to be segmented into video objects and tracked as they transverse across the video frames. This book addresses the difficult problem of video segmentation, and the extraction and tracking of video object planes as defined in MPEG-4. It then focuses on the specific issue of face segmentation and coding as applied to videoconferencing in order to improve the quality of videoconferencing images especially in the facial region. Modal-based coding is a content-based coding technique used to code synthetic objects that have become an important part of video content. It results in extremely low bit rates because only the parameters needed to represent the modal are transmitted. Model-based coding is included to provide background information for the synthetic object coding in MPEG-4. Lastly, MPEG-4, the first coding standard for multimedia content is described in detail. The topics covered include the coding of audio objects, the coding of natural and synthetic video objects, and error resilience. Advanced Video Coding is one of the first books on content-based coding and MPEG-4 coding standard. It serves as an excellent information source and reference for both researchers and practicing engineers.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1956
Category : Marine engineering
ISBN : UCAL:B2892074

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The Coast Guard Engineer's Digest by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Office of Experiment Stations
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1122 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1943
Category : Agricultural experiment stations
ISBN : IND:30000096965383

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Experiment Station Record by United States. Office of Experiment Stations Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1462 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1920
Category : Marine engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015080010534

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International Marine Engineering by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 908 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Administrative law
ISBN : STANFORD:36105063627918

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The Code of Federal Regulations of the United States of America by Anonim Pdf

The Code of Federal Regulations is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government.