Gangster Apparel

Author : Richard Vetere
Publisher : Dramatic Publishing
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Gangs
ISBN : 0871297337

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Gangster Apparel by Richard Vetere Pdf

Author : Fred Gardaphe
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2013-01-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781135397791

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From Wiseguys to Wise Men by Fred Gardaphe Pdf

The gangster, in the hands of the Italian American artist, becomes a telling figure in the tale of American race, gender, and ethnicity - a figure that reflects the autobiography of an immigrant group just as it reflects the fantasy of a native population. From Wiseguys to Wise Men studies the figure of the gangster and explores its social function in the construction and projection of masculinity in the United States. By looking at the cultural icon of the gangster through the lens of gender, this book presents new insights into material that has been part of American culture for close to 100 years.

Author : Eyen Ward
Publisher : Writers Republic LLC
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781646202744

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Gangsterizm by Eyen Ward Pdf

Set in the fictional New York City, “North city” is fraught with gang activity, gang violence, and violence in general! We follow the gang leader of the infamous gang North city eastmen “Leader” who’s goal is to one day own all of North city in the name of his gang; this proves difficult when the North city eastmen have been away for nearly two years and everyone has all but forgotten their impact on the community; who everyone haven’t forgotten however, is Dragon, the biggest crime boss in all of North city today who rules with a cruel iron fist, after meeting Leader his patience quickly wears thin making the gang lay low until they can strike once again, with more money and power.

Author : Jennifer Grayer Moore
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-18
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9798216150275

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Street Style in America by Jennifer Grayer Moore Pdf

A comprehensive resource that will prove invaluable to fashion historians, this book presents a detailed exploration of the breadth of visually arresting, consumer-driven styles that have emerged in America since the 20th century. What are the origins of highly specific denim fashions, such as bell bottoms, skinny jeans, and ripped jeans? How do mass media and popular culture influence today's street fashion? When did American fashion sensibilities shift from conformity as an ideal to youth-oriented standards where clothing could boldly express independence and self-expression? Street Style in America: An Exploration addresses questions like these and many others related to the historical and sociocultural context of street style, supplying both A–Z entries that document specific American street styles and illustrations with accompanying commentary. This book provides a detailed analysis of American street and subcultural styles, from the earliest example reaching back to the early 20th century to contemporary times. It reviews all aspects of dress that were part of a look, considering variations over time and connecting these innovations to fashionable dress practices that emerged in the wakes of these sartorial rebellions. The text presents detailed examinations of specific dress styles and also interrogates the manifold meanings of dress practices that break from the mainstream. This book is a comprehensive resource that will prove invaluable to fashion historians and provide fascinating reading for students and general audiences.

Author : Andrea R. Jain
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780190888640

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Peace Love Yoga by Andrea R. Jain Pdf

Engaging with the growing popular and academic interest in the "spiritual but not religious," Andrea R. Jain explores the connections between the practices of global spirituality and aspects of neoliberal capitalism in Peace Love Yoga. "Personal growth," "self-care," and "transformation" are all tropes in the narrative of the spiritual identity Jain is concerned with. This "spirituality" is usually depicted as firmly countercultural: the term "alternative" (alternative health, alternative medicine, alternative spiritualities) is omnipresent. To the contrary, Jain argues, spiritual commodities, entrepreneurs, and consumers are quite mainstream and sometimes even conservative and nationalistic. Ranging from the transnational to the economic to the activist, Jain refuses the single narrative focus of most works on the SBNR; human phenomena that can be analyzed through a single lens or narrative are few and far between, and existing research in this area too often yields a suspiciously tidy story. The heart of the book includes sophisticated analyses of: two politically divergent but equally entrepreneurial and global-capitalist yoga gurus; "athleisure apparel" corporations, such as lululemon, that successfully market consumer goods as a purchased commitment to social justice; and therapeutically-focused applications of spirituality that concentrate on healing the broken person rather than undermining the system that broke that person in the first place. Many spiritual commodities, corporations, and entrepreneurs, Jain suggests, do actually acknowledge the problems of neoliberal capitalism and in fact subvert them; but they subvert them through mere gestures. From provocative taglines printed across t-shirts or packaging to calls for "conscious capitalism," commodification serves as a strategy through which subversion itself is colonized.

Author : David S. J. Hodgson
Publisher : Prima Games
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2006-09-05
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780761553687

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The Godfather - The Game (Xbox 360/PSP) by David S. J. Hodgson Pdf

* Pull out map poster - this huge poster shows every area in the game plus, on the back, a flowchart of the games chapters and story lines * Full Walkthrough - Tips for completing every objective and mini-mission. The game is big and the route to success is long, Prima helps players every step of the way, including the new missions for Xbox 360 and the PSP game. * Increase Your Power - Full info on increasing your respect and character class. Respect is very important and Prima knows how to get it.

Author : David S. J. Hodgson
Publisher : Prima Games
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2005-10
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780761551027

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The Godfather by David S. J. Hodgson Pdf

It's all about "respect" with this game based on Mario Puzo's "Godfather." This official game guide includes detailed maps, tips for completing every objective and mini-mission, and a complete character customization tutorial.

Author : Chike McLoyd
Publisher : IAP
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2022-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781648025952

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A Trace for the Next Generation by Chike McLoyd Pdf

Based on eighteen months of ethnographic research in a high school E.L.L. classroom, this study contributes to the fields of new literacies studies and critical pedagogy by showing how transnational Black youth theorize and negotiate intersections of racism, justice, and education. Drawing on a multidimensional approach for understanding how racism is reproduced and resisted across various domains of power, the author shows how two young men from Haiti theorize the U.N. and INGO occupation of post-earthquake Haiti; a disjuncture between how Africa and Haiti are (mis)known in the U.S. and students’ lived realities in their respective countries of origin; and finally, students’ analysis of structural racism in the U.S. through a Justice for Trayvon unit that was co-taught from March-May 2012, when Trayvon Martin, George Zimmerman, and Stand Your Ground became household names. The author concludes by suggesting that we move toward a “lessons against white supremacies” framework for critical pedagogy. This framework draws on centering counter–narratives and thinking through the notion of decolonial love to reframe everyday classroom praxis. Culturally informed, antiracist pedagogies must begin with students’ theoretical work and experiential knowledge. Such an approach transforms classrooms into spaces for students to not only interrogate racism but also create (counter) texts that represent their subjectivities as young Black people in the 21st century.

Author : Pellegrino A D'Acierno
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021-12-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000525557

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The Italian American Heritage by Pellegrino A D'Acierno Pdf

First published in 1999. The many available scholarly works on Italian-Americans are perhaps of little practical help to the undergraduate or high school student who needs background information when reading contemporary fiction with Italian characters, watching films that require a familiarity with Italian Americans, or looking at works of art that can be fully appreciated only if one understands Italian culture. This basic reference work for non-specialists and students offers quick insights and essential, easy-to-grasp information on Italian-American contributions to American art, music, literature, motion pictures and cultural life. This rich legacy is examined in a collection of original essays that include portrayals of Italian characters in the films of Francis Coppola, Italian American poetry, the art of Frank Stella, the music of Frank Zappa, a survey of Italian folk customs and an analysis of the evolution of Italian-American biography. Comprising 22 lengthy essays written specifically for this volume, the book identifies what is uniquely Italian in American life and examines how Italian customs, traditions, social mores and cultural antecedents have wrought their influence on the American character. Filled with insights, observations and ethnic facts and fictions, this volume should prove to be a valuable source of information for scholars, researchers and students interested in pinpointing and examining the cultural, intellectual and social influence of Italian immigrants and their successors.

Author : Shelby L. Phillips,Ellen F. Henneke
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780557341658

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The Enlightened Party Planner: Guides to Creating Parties from the Heart - Decade Parties: A Blast from the Past by Shelby L. Phillips,Ellen F. Henneke Pdf

Does the thought of planning a party feel overwhelming, intimidating, or like one more thing you have to do? Have you ever wondered how to create a fun and memorable party? The Enlightened Party Planner: Guides to Creating Parties from the Heart is a series of books based on the notion that being of service and coming from the heart will not only make for an amazing party your guests will remember for a lifetime, but will also leave you feeling happy and fulfilled.Book two in the Enlightened Party Planner series, Decade Parties: A Blast from the Past, is dedicated solely to decade parties from the 1920s through the 1980s. Each chapter offers historical references and myriad ideas to spark your imagination to creating wonderfully authentic decade experiences.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Marc Charles
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Savvy's Survival Guide - 297 Ways to Avoid Blunders in Life, Business, Family and Health by Anonim Pdf

Author : Rebecca Chastain
Publisher : Mind Your Muse Books
Page : 1324 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2020-01-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781734493900

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A Fistful of Magic by Rebecca Chastain Pdf

Bursting with humor, heart, and plenty of butt-kicking action, A Fistful of Magic is over 1,000 pages of sizzling adventure. Find out for yourself why urban fantasy readers can't get enough of this laugh-out-loud internationally bestselling series. READER REVIEWS "This story will have you captivated from start to finish" ★★★★★ "Rebecca Chastain has a hit series here, one full of humor, danger and amazingly awesome characters!" ★★★★★ "The amount of laughs, adventure, world building, and mishaps made this story totally worth reading. I recommend this to Urban Fantasy fans everywhere." ★★★★★ "Well-written, captivatingly charming, downright hysterical at times, this journey into Madison's mind and the new life she is living is a must read!" ★★★★★ A FISTFUL of EVIL (Book 1) Madison can see souls. Honestly, it's kind of gross. Madison Fox is shocked when she learns her soul sight is more than a distasteful affliction: It's a weapon for battling evil. Roped into a job she doesn't want, Madison wades into a world where monsters actively hunt her and deadly experiences are becoming the norm. Her survival depends on mastering the mechanics of her ethereal powers—fast. If only she had a clue what she was doing... A FISTFUL of FIRE (Book 2) Madison's back in hot water... Madison Fox survived her first week as California's newest illuminant enforcer, but Madison's problems are just igniting. Neighboring regions report an uncharacteristic flare-up of evil, fire-breathing salamanders blaze unchecked across the city, and Black Friday looms. Trapped doing cleanup amid mobs of holiday shoppers, Madison must determine who she can trust—and whose rules to follow—before her region and career go up in flames. A FISTFUL of FROST (Book 3) Madison's job—and soul—are on thin ice. When Madison Fox accepted a bond linking her to Jamie, a half-evil pooka, she assumed she would be strong enough to overcome his darker nature. Yet instead of Madison reforming Jamie, he's manipulating her into bending the rules. As if the degradation of her soul wasn't bad enough, winter has struck with a vengeance. A plague of frost moths have infested the state. Taking advantage of the abnormally frigid temperature, a dangerous breed of wicked, cold-blooded enemies flock to Madison's region from the north. Madison is in for the battle of her life, and if she hopes to survive, she must make an impossible choice: save herself and her region or save Jamie. Download your copy today! SERIES READING ORDER A Fistful of Evil (Book 1)* A Fistful of Fire (Book 2)* A Fistful of Flirtation (Book 2.5; a newsletter-exclusive bonus novella) A Fistful of Frost (Book 3)* Madison Fox Novella Box Set (Book 4) *Included in this box set FORMATS Available in ebook; available individually in print and audiobook AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY Rebecca Chastain is the USA Today bestselling author of the Madison Fox urban fantasy series and the Gargoyle Guardian Chronicles fantasy trilogy, among other works. Inside her novels, you'll find spellbinding adventures packed with supernatural creatures, thrilling action, heartwarming characters (human and otherwise), and more than a little humor. Rebecca lives in Madison's territory and is keeping her fingers crossed that Madison will be able to protect her soul from the evil invasions plaguing her Northern California town. Visit www.rebeccachastain.com for behind-the-scenes bonus content, free short stories, and links to social media. REBECCA CHASTAIN'S OTHER BOOKS NOVELS OF TERRA HAVEN -Gargoyle Guardian Chronicles- Magic of the Gargoyles (Book 1) Curse of the Gargoyles (Book 2) Secret of the Gargoyles (Book 3) Lured (Book 3.5; a newsletter-exclusive bonus novella) -Terra Haven Chronicles- Deadlines & Dryads (Book 0.5) Leads & Lynxes (Book 1; forthcoming) STAND ALONE Tiny Glitches

Author : Letha A See
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 832 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136437038

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Human Behavior in the Social Environment from an African-American Perspective by Letha A See Pdf

Human Behavior in the Social Environment from an African-American Perspective, Second Edition is an updating of the classic text that presents leading black scholars discussing complex human behavior problems faced by African-Americans in today’s society. This new edition provides fresh theories and the latest practical interventions not in the first edition that show, for example, how to enhance a client’s coping strategies and resilience by focusing on their strengths rather than their weaknesses. This edition includes a new foreword by former Surgeon General, Dr. Joycelyn Elders. Human Behavior in the Social Environment from an African-American Perspective, Second Edition acquaints practitioners with the Black experience, and provides the latest innovative methods of working with this diverse population. This edition also offers new insights on evaluating practice initiatives. Experts and scholars explore and interpret individual and group behaviors, the strength and resilience of the black family, the stresses and problems affecting children, the significant problem of the affects of colorism, the self-esteem and identity issues of biracial children, violence in the criminal justice system, the HIV/AIDS pandemic, the stress and behaviors resulting from belonging to the armed services, and other behavior stemming from progression through the life cycle. Chapters include charts and tables of data, extensive references, and study questions for deeper study for students. Topics in Human Behavior in the Social Environment from an African-American Perspective, Second Edition include: the importance of the consideration of the black experience in analyzing black behavior behavior as a response to a hostile social system the black church’s role in leading African-Americans resiliency perspective as a positive force the use of strength behaviors for socialization and survival strategies to strengthen roles of fathers in African-American families military culture as a microcosm of the wider society the psychological effects of skin color on self-esteem the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and its effects refreshing social work practice to better meet the needs of African-American girls examination of a study on the help-seeking behaviors of young African-American males empirically based creative intervention strategies to alleviate black-on-black crime analysis of street gang behaviors with a program to address it influences of hip hop culture strategies to lessen substance abuse in children practices that help assist administrators and social workers to lessen school violence Human Behavior in the Social Environment from an African-American Perspective, Second Edition is a supplementary text that is valuable for undergraduate and graduate students, human service practitioners, mental health and medical counselors, policymakers, school officials, and criminal justice personnel.

Author : Ralph Riviello
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780763744625

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Manual of Forensic Emergency Medicine by Ralph Riviello Pdf

Manual of Forensic Emergency Medicine is a comprehensive guide to the clinical approach to criminal illness and injury. This resource offers emergency care professionals the knowledge needed to make an accurate diagnosis of abuse, neglect, sexual assault or other conditions in which forensic investigation is needed. This book offers information on victim services and resources available for patients, as well as relevant aspects of the legal system. This essential guide contains color photos, a forensic glossary, and forensic forms that can be used in a clinical practice. Key Topics include Forensic Documentation, Firearms, Evidence Collection in the ED, and Gang Violence.

Author : Tristan Egolf
Publisher : Grove/Atlantic, Inc.
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2007-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1555846319

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Kornwolf by Tristan Egolf Pdf

Tristan Egolf's new novel is a book about the return of an old curse — the Kornwolf, a ferocious werewolf whose nocturnal rampaging becomes increasingly impossible to ignore. Kornwolf takes the reader for a good old-fashioned romp in the stubble — a journey through the slums and honky tundra of rural Pennsylvania, where nothing quite passes for good or bad, sublime or dismal, discrete or brash. And then the monotony breaks. Something — a freak of creation — is running amok in the fields. To solve the mystery, three generations of prodigal sons — a writer and hometown boy who swore he'd never come back to Penn's Woods; a middle-aged former pugilist who runs a decrepit boxing gym; and a misfit, mute, beaten-down Amish boy — are brought together by the light of a blue moon, in a town called Blue Ball. On one level this is a masterfully orchestrated, hilarious, and compelling take on the classic horror yarn, on another, Kornwolf is a social satire of suburban sprawl, closed minds, and all manners and varieties of self-satisfaction — Amish, civilian, or... other — in the best tradition of Tom Robbins and George Saunders.