Robert Knight

Author : Edwin Hirschmann
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2008-10-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199087976

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Robert Knight by Edwin Hirschmann Pdf

Robert Knight, the principal founder and the first editor of Times of India, Mumbai and Statesman, Kolkata has hardly ever been mentioned in accounts of British India and omitted from biographical dictionaries. Using remote letters, crumbling newspapers, and obscure official archives, this book presents the first historical biography of the pioneering editor. It also outlines the history of two of today's leading newspapers. Knight fought for a press free of government restraint or intimidation. An ardent critic of colonial rule, he made the press—the 'fourth estate'—a part of the political process in India. This volume documents the making of the reformer editor, taking us through his London background and start in Bombay; the first editorship and creation of the Times of India; the ill-fated move to Calcutta, the launching of the Statesman; the London venture; and finally the mature editor coming to terms with the empire. Against a backdrop of key events of Indian history from 1857 onwards, Robert Knight's editorial responses, and his personal life are all lucidly intertwined in this biography. Edwin Hirschmann elaborates on the connections of the world of newsprint with the colonial establishment and Indian people. He also provides a fresh approach to the Orientalism debate by deploying the narrative of an Englishman, involved in the age of the emerging public communication system.

Author : Bobby Knight,Bob Hammel
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780544027718

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The Power of Negative Thinking by Bobby Knight,Bob Hammel Pdf

Using examples from his long career, a legendary basketball coach outlines the benefits of negative thinking, which helps build a realistic strategy that takes all potential obstacles into account.

Author : Jack Gilbert,Rob Knight
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-06
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781250132628

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Dirt Is Good by Jack Gilbert,Rob Knight Pdf

From two of the world’s top scientists and one of the world’s top science writers (all parents), Dirt Is Good is a q&a-based guide to everything you need to know about kids & germs. “Is it OK for my child to eat dirt?” That’s just one of the many questions authors Jack Gilbert and Rob Knight are bombarded with every week from parents all over the world. They've heard everything from “My two-year-old gets constant ear infections. Should I give her antibiotics? Or probiotics?” to “I heard that my son’s asthma was caused by a lack of microbial exposure. Is this true, and if so what can I do about it now?” Google these questions, and you’ll be overwhelmed with answers. The internet is rife with speculation and misinformation about the risks and benefits of what most parents think of as simply germs, but which scientists now call the microbiome: the combined activity of all the tiny organisms inside our bodies and the surrounding environment that have an enormous impact on our health and well-being. Who better to turn to for answers than Drs. Gilbert and Knight, two of the top scientists leading the investigation into the microbiome—an investigation that is producing fascinating discoveries and bringing answers to parents who want to do the best for their young children. Dirt Is Good is a comprehensive, authoritative, accessible guide you've been searching for.

Author : Steve Delsohn,Mark Heisler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2006-12-26
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780743462679

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Bob Knight by Steve Delsohn,Mark Heisler Pdf

A portrait of the controversial basketball coach traces his tenure with Indiana University and offers insight into the darker side of his personality as well as the methods that led to his numerous awards.

Author : Bob Knight,Bob Hammel
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2002-03-26
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781466826069

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Knight by Bob Knight,Bob Hammel Pdf

A Riveting Glimpse into the Life and Legacy of a Legendary Coach Immerse yourself in the riveting memoir of Bob Knight, a titan in the world of college basketball, whose towering success and public controversies epitomize a storied career spanning over three decades. Embodying both triumph and turmoil, Knight: My Story goes beyond headlines, offering an intimate, first-hand account of a sports legend. From his humble beginnings as the youngest head coach at Army to constructing a formidable dynasty at Indiana University, Knight's journey is a testament to resolute determination and undying passion. Drawing from his experiences, Knight provides a rare glimpse into the winning strategies and philosophies that kept top players lining up to play under his guidance. From winning an unprecedented 700 plus games and becoming National Coach of the Year four times to meeting unparalleled success on the national and international stage, Knight's contributions to college basketball are truly unmatched. Knight is a must-read for college basketball fans and anyone captivated by the timeless power of leadership, dedication, and college sports.

Author : Rob Knight
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-07
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781476784755

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Follow Your Gut by Rob Knight Pdf

Allergies, asthma, obesity, acne: these are just a few of the conditions that may be caused—and someday cured—by the microscopic life inside us. The key is to understand how this groundbreaking science influences your health, mood, and more. In just the last few years, scientists have shown how the microscopic life within our bodies— particularly within our intestines—has an astonishing impact on our lives. Your health, mood, sleep patterns, eating preferences—even your likelihood of getting bitten by mosquitoes—can be traced in part to the tiny creatures that live on and inside of us. In Follow Your Gut, pioneering scientist Rob Knight pairs with award-winning science journalist Brendan Buhler to explain—with good humor and easy-to-grasp examples—why these new findings matter to everyone. They lead a detailed tour of the previously unseen world inside our bodies, calling out the diseases and conditions believed to be most directly impacted by them. With a practical eye toward deeper knowledge and better decisions, they also explore the known effects of antibiotics, probiotics, diet choice and even birth method on our children’s lifelong health. Ultimately, this pioneering book explains how to learn about your own microbiome and take steps toward understanding and improving your health, using the latest research as a guide.

Author : Great Britain House of Commons
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1046 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1819
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB10213078

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Journals of the House of Commons by Great Britain House of Commons Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1823
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB10623123

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Ducatus Lancastriae by Anonim Pdf

Author : Steve Delsohn,Mark Heisler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Basketball coaches
ISBN : 9780743243483

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Bob Knight by Steve Delsohn,Mark Heisler Pdf

A portrait of the controversial basketball coach traces his tenure with Indiana University and offers insight into the darker side of his personality as well as the methods that led to his numerous awards.

Author : Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 812 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1803
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : CHI:78147367

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Journals of the House of Commons by Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons Pdf

Author : Great Britain. Court of Chancery
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1821
Category : Equity
ISBN : OXFORD:N11109207

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Reports of Cases Argued and Determined in the Court of the Vice Chancellor of England ... by Great Britain. Court of Chancery Pdf

Author : United States. Adjutant-General's Office
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:39015049916771

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U. S. Army Register by United States. Adjutant-General's Office Pdf

Author : John Ingamells
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 1136 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780300071658

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A Dictionary of British and Irish Travellers in Italy, 1701-1800 by John Ingamells Pdf

Compiled from the celebrated archive accumulated by Sir Brinsley Ford, this dictionary identifies over six thousand British and Irish travellers who toured in Italy in the 18th century.

Author : John W. Jordan,LL. D.
Publisher : Рипол Классик
Page : 958 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1911
Category : History
ISBN : 9785880233557

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Colonial families of Philadelphia by John W. Jordan,LL. D. Pdf

Author : Great Britain. Parliament
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1809
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105009835948

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The Parliamentary Register by Great Britain. Parliament Pdf