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The Rules of Thinking: A Personal Code to Think Yourself Smarter, Wiser and Happier (The Rules Series) by Richard Templar English | February 20, 2023 | ISBN: 1292435828 | 272 pages | PDF | 1.97 Mb A personal code to think yourself smarter, wiser and happier We all envy the natural thinkers of this world. They have the best ideas, make the smartest decisions, are open minded and never indecisive. Is there something they know that the rest of us don't? Is it something we can all learn? The answer is a resounding yes. They know The Rules of Thinking. These Rules are the guiding principles that show you how to make wiser decisions, stop procrastinating, know when to compromise, avoid mistakes, find other options, think well with others, stop obsessing about things, keep your brain active, be more creative, and have happy, healthy thoughts. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/093b3aa7f7367b443e66af0a5fc63664/imp9r.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/ox3ptunlnz3o/imp9r.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/pJpHc71eIY/imp9r.7z.html

The Rule of Law and Governance in Indigenous Yoruba Society : A Study in African Philosophy of Law By John Ayotunde Isola Bewaji 2016 | 290 Pages | ISBN: 1498518370 | EPUB | 1 MB In The Rule of Law and Governance in Indigenous Yoruba Society, John Ayotunde Isola Bewaji has two main goals. The first is to provide an exploration of aspects of indigenous Yoruba philosophy of law. The second is to relate this philosophy of law to the Yoruba indigenous traditions of governance, with a view to appreciating the relevance of the Yoruba traditions of law and governance to contemporary African experiments with imported Western democracy in the 21st century. This book is devoted to what can be described as a juridical forensic investigation of Nigeria's predicament of developmental deficit, leading to gross and unconscionable impoverishment of large segments of the population, in the midst of so much natural resources and abundant human capital, using Yoruba indigenous legal traditions as reflective template. Bewaji urges that Africa has to take seriously the necessity of obedience, observance, enforcement and operation of law as no respecter of persons, groups, affiliations and pedigrees as was in the case in the societies founded by our ancestors, rather than the present scenario whereby the highest bidder procures semblances of justice from a crooked system of common law which was never designed to be fair, equitable and just to the disadvantaged in society. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/8daf04b4853904d909b874cde976357d/54yhg.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/v03ghlrzo98d/54yhg.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/AyhSNQFZCy/54yhg.7z.html

The Royal Semi-Authoritarian Democracy of Bhutan By Dhurba Rizal 2015 | 437 Pages | ISBN: 1498507476 | EPUB | 1 MB The book puts into plain words a changing dimension of politics in a traditional regime and offers an insight into the emerging transition to royal, semi-authoritarian democracy in Bhutan. Bhutan represents a political system which coalesces the rhetorical acquiescence of democracy with illiberal authoritarian attributes under the former royalist shadow. Royal democracy is a myth and only paints the frontage of democracy. The smokescreen of this kind of authoritarian regime is not yet democracy but is instead a new form of semi-authoritarian rule. The political reforms in Bhutan were orchestrated by the "traditional regime and elites in a traditional society" as a tightly controlled, top-down process without devolution of power outside the regime. Royal Democracy can best be understood as an attempt to construct a political regime that impersonates democratic institutions but works outside the logic of political representation and seeks to repress any vestige of genuine political pluralism. Exploring the authoritarian logic behind the democratic rhetoric is especially important for Bhutan, which is today glorified by the UN as "The Mecca of Gross National Happiness" and depicted by many as a model of top down democracy on popular media and in academia. Holding State controlled elections alone does not create a cure for deeper political, economic, and social predicaments besetting Bhutan and does not create a solid foundation for democratic transition. The glitter of royal, semi-authoritarian democracy is a "Jigmecracy," an old Jigme's system with new labels, a classic case of transition from a traditional regime in a traditional society. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/fdc4a76d382c57a94ee2fabc664c78d0/mom2v.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/une5clah2tf1/mom2v.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/KYwPPy1Ky9/mom2v.7z.html

The Routledge International Handbook of Engineering Ethics Education (Routledge International Handbooks of Education) by Shannon Chance, Tom Børsen, Diana Adela Martin English | January 3, 2025 | ISBN: 1032678526 | 676 pages | PDF | 116 Mb Responding to the need for a timely and authoritative volume dedicated to this burgeoning and expansive area of research, this handbook will provide readers with a map of themes, topics, and arguments in the field of engineering ethics education (EEE). Featuring critical discussion, research collaboration, and a team of international contributors of globally recognized standing, this volume comprises six key sections which elaborate on the foundations of EEE, teaching methods, accreditation and assessment, and interdisciplinary contributions. Over 100 researchers of EEE from around the globe consider the field from the perspectives of teaching, research, philosophy, and administration. The chapters cover fast-moving topics central to our current understanding of the world such as the general data protection regulation (GDPR), artificial intelligence (AI), biotechnology, and ChatGPT; and they offer new insights into best practices research to equip program leaders and instructors delivering ethics content to students. This Open Access volume will be of interest to researchers, scholars, postgraduate students, and faculty involved with engineering education, engineering ethics, and philosophy of education. Curriculum designers, staff developers teaching pedagogical courses to faculty, and engineering professionals may also benefit from this volume. The Open Access version of this book, available athttp://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/d20d345e9fb8923f0d4d690e773cd473/x791i.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/sxk9lzmxdozs/x791i.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/eCEUnbVcr5/x791i.7z.html

The Routledge Handbook of Artificial Intelligence and Philanthropy (Routledge International Handbooks) by Giuseppe Ugazio, Milos Maricic English | November 7, 2024 | ISBN: 1032743018 | 570 pages | MOBI | 11 Mb The Routledge Handbook of Artificial Intelligence and Philanthropy acts as a catalyst for the dialogue between two ecosystems with much to gain from collaboration: artificial intelligence (AI) and philanthropy. Bringing together leading academics, AI specialists, and philanthropy professionals, it offers a robust academic foundation for studying both how AI can be used and implemented within philanthropy and how philanthropy can guide the future development of AI in a responsible way. The contributors to this Handbook explore various facets of the AI‑philanthropy dynamic, critically assess hurdles to increased AI adoption and integration in philanthropy, map the application of AI within the philanthropic sector, evaluate how philanthropy can and should promote an AI that is ethical, inclusive, and responsible, and identify the landscape of risk strategies for their limitations and/or potential mitigation. These theoretical perspectives are complemented by several case studies that offer a pragmatic perspective on diverse, successful, and effective AI‑philanthropy synergies. As a result, this Handbook stands as a valuable academic reference capable of enriching the interactions of AI and philanthropy, uniting the perspectives of scholars and practitioners, thus building bridges between research and implementation, and setting the foundations for future research endeavors on this topic. The Open Access version of this book, available athttp://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/d427f26f2fb4292eb4b373e6f61e2180/cods6.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/b8gkp1poeqk5/cods6.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/3Tfrt03SsG/cods6.7z.html

The Rough Guide to Crete: Travel Guide with eBook (Rough Guide Main Series) by Rough Guides, Marc Dubin English | March 4, 2025 | ISBN: 1835291678 | 376 pages | MOBI | 21 Mb Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Crete, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility. Inside this Crete travel book, you'll find:Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each oneItinerary samples - designed for various durations and interestsPractical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and moreExpert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activitiesSeasonal tips - when to go to Crete, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect tripMust-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Loutró, traditional music and dance, Knossós, Archeological Museum, Lasíthi Plateau, Elafonísi, windsurfing, wildlife, hiking, Haniά, Áyios Nikólaos, Lefká Óri, beaches, caves, Moní Arkádhi, Réthymno, the Amári Valley, wineNavigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainmentCultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of CreteLanguage essentials - a handy Greek dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with localsInspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Crete, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlustBonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guideCoverage includes: Iráklio, Lasíthi, Réthymno, Haniá RapidGator https://rg.to/file/a45f04bbf6ab9e750a6992f11ba7ce5e/y9ixk.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/obwhdp77ls2r/y9ixk.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/zsCb9VjozW/y9ixk.7z.html

The ROS2 and Python Robotics Playbook : Designing and Controlling Autonomous Robots for Navigation and Real-World Interaction (R0S2 6) by THOMPSON CARTER, Rafael Sanders, Miguel Farmer English | February 12, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DX2JSSGG | 269 pages | EPUB | 1.81 Mb The ROS2 and Python Robotics Playbook: Designing and Controlling Autonomous Robots for Navigation and Real-World Interaction Unlock the full potential of ROS2 and Python with The ROS2 and Python Robotics Playbook, your hands-on guide to designing, programming, and controlling autonomous robots. This book provides practical insights, real-world projects, and step-by-step techniques to help you master robot navigation, perception, and intelligent interaction for real-world applications. Whether you're a robotics engineer, AI developer, researcher, or automation enthusiast, this book equips you with cutting-edge tools and strategies to build smart, autonomous robotic systems.What You'll Learn:ROS2 Fundamentals & Python Integration: Set up and develop ROS2 nodes, topics, services, and actions using Python.Robot Motion & Kinematics: Implement PID control, trajectory planning, and inverse kinematics for precise movement.SLAM & Autonomous Navigation: Deploy Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) and Nav2 stack for real-time navigation.Sensor Fusion & Perception: Integrate LiDAR, depth cameras, IMUs, and GPS to enhance robotic awareness.Computer Vision & Object Detection: Use OpenCV and deep learning for real-time detection, recognition, and tracking.Multi-Robot Systems & Collaboration: Develop swarm robotics and coordinated multi-agent systems.Human-Robot Interaction (HRI): Implement speech recognition, gesture control, and AI-powered conversational interfaces.AI & Reinforcement Learning for Robotics: Train intelligent robotic behaviors using machine learning and deep reinforcement learning.Autonomous Drone Programming: Control ROS2-powered UAVs for aerial navigation and obstacle avoidance.Simulation & Testing in Gazebo: Develop and test robotic applications in realistic 3D environments before deployment.Deploying Real-World Robotics Applications: Optimize robots for industrial, healthcare, and service-based use cases.Cybersecurity & Safety in Robotics: Implement secure communication, fail-safe mechanisms, and compliance measures.Who Is This Book For? This book is perfect for robotics engineers, AI developers, automation professionals, and students looking to master ROS2 and Python for autonomous robotics.Why Choose This Book? With step-by-step guidance, hands-on projects, and expert insights, The ROS2 and Python Robotics Playbook bridges the gap between theory and real-world robotics, empowering you to create intelligent robotic systems that interact with complex environments. Start building smart robots today with The ROS2 and Python Robotics Playbook: Designing and Controlling Autonomous Robots for Navigation and Real-World Interaction. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/5f15f412873ddb2ee8f5a5f814fdadb4/ziytz.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/q2yqdt8b0zh1/ziytz.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/TbUJ4giJ7n/ziytz.7z.html

The ROS2 and Python Advanced Robotics Blueprint : Cutting-Edge Tools for Autonomous Navigation and Intelligent Systems by THOMPSON CARTER, Rafael Sanders, Miguel Farmer English | February 12, 2025 | ASIN: B0DX48CK7L | 362 pages | EPUB | 1.22 Mb The ROS2 and Python Advanced Robotics Blueprint: Cutting-Edge Tools for Autonomous Navigation and Intelligent Systems Take your robotics development to the next level with The ROS2 and Python Advanced Robotics Blueprint, a comprehensive guide to building intelligent, autonomous robotic systems. This book dives deep into advanced ROS2 tools, AI-driven decision-making, and real-world robotic applications, equipping you with the skills to design, program, and deploy cutting-edge autonomous robots. Perfect for robotics engineers, AI developers, and automation professionals, this guide provides hands-on projects and expert techniques to master navigation, perception, and intelligent behavior control.What You'll Learn:Advanced ROS2 Development: Master ROS2 middleware, DDS communication, and custom message creation.Autonomous Navigation & Localization: Implement SLAM, Nav2 stack, and GPS-based navigation for precise movement.Sensor Fusion & Perception: Integrate LiDAR, depth cameras, IMUs, and ultrasonic sensors for enhanced robot awareness.Deep Learning for Robotics: Use TensorFlow and PyTorch for AI-based object detection, classification, and decision-making.Multi-Robot Coordination: Develop swarm robotics and distributed systems for collaborative autonomy.Reinforcement Learning & AI Planning: Train robots using deep reinforcement learning and behavior cloning.Human-Robot Interaction (HRI): Implement voice commands, gesture recognition, and AI-driven interaction systems.Autonomous Drones & UAVs: Program ROS2-powered aerial vehicles for real-time obstacle avoidance and flight automation.Simulation & Testing in Gazebo & RViz: Build and test robotic applications in realistic, physics-based environments.Cloud & Edge AI for Robotics: Deploy cloud-connected and edge-AI-enabled robotic solutions.Security & Safety in Robotics: Implement cybersecurity, fail-safe mechanisms, and real-time monitoring.Industry-Specific Applications: Optimize robotic solutions for healthcare, logistics, industrial automation, and smart cities.Who Is This Book For? Ideal for robotics professionals, AI engineers, and researchers, this book is designed for those looking to master ROS2 and Python for next-generation robotic systems.Why Choose This Book? With advanced techniques, real-world projects, and cutting-edge tools, The ROS2 and Python Advanced Robotics Blueprint provides a structured, hands-on approach to autonomous robotics and intelligent systems. Start developing state-of-the-art robotic systems today with The ROS2 and Python Advanced Robotics Blueprint: Cutting-Edge Tools for Autonomous Navigation and Intelligent Systems. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/e0cb10643b623da43865595ffa689c9a/ifkmb.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/z4tqmgikexfj/ifkmb.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/xnfAUVL1xe/ifkmb.7z.html

The Role of Science in Solving the Earth's Emerging Water Problems By National Academy of Sciences 2005 | 38 Pages | ISBN: 0309100283 | PDF | 1 MB Earth is about 70% water, the human body is about 53% water, plants use water's unique properties to transport food, and aquatic organisms can survive during the winter due to water's thermal properties. However, as life continues to evolve on Earth, new problems with water emerge. The Sackler NAS Colloquium The Role of Science in Solving the Earth Emerging Water Problems provides a look into these problems ranging from water's agricultural use and importance in society to its scarcity and use in technology. (Sackler NAS Colloquium) The Role of Science in Solving the Earth Emerging Water Problems includes the colloquium, held October 8-14, 2004, program and abstracts of its presentations and posters. Also available in this book is the participant roster. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/163b7fb8d8232a80b0a3f1f819dae210/bxsek.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/g1b40jewuozk/bxsek.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/o86qgE270f/bxsek.7z.html

The Role of Leadership in Occupational Stress By William A. Gentry; Cathleen Clerkin; Pamela L. Perrewé; Jonathon R. B. Halbesleben; Christopher C. Rosen; Cathleen Clerkin 2016 | 209 Pages | ISBN: 1786350629 | EPUB | 1 MB The objective of this series is to promote theory and research in the increasingly growing area of occupational stress, health and well being, and in the process, to bring together and showcase the work of the best researchers and theorists who contribute to this area. Our goal is to provide a multidisciplinary and international collection that gives a thorough and critical assessment of both knowledge and major gaps in knowledge. Volume 14 of Research in Occupational Stress and Well Being is focused on leadership. Through their actions and behaviors, leaders can positively, or negatively, influence the health, stress, and well being of their followers, and vice versa as well. This volume examines critical topics for a deeper understanding of the intersection of leadership, stress, and well being which include: a leader's dark personality, a leader's networks, workaholism, the role of leaders in helping employees with stress and mental health issues, followership, and a more holistic view of a leader's life at work and away from work, and the development of leaders. The topic of this volume, Leadership, is sure to attract the attention of researchers around the globe. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/d1fd2eaf80ceca974ea8c12353e8097f/z3q42.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/1b9oa2uve8kq/z3q42.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/GLjsrqG7JR/z3q42.7z.html

The Risk of Freedom : Ethics, Phenomenology and Politics in Jan Patocka By Francesco Tava; Jane Ledlie 2015 | 197 Pages | ISBN: 1783483776 | EPUB | 1 MB The Risk of Freedom presents an in-depth analysis of the philosophy of Jan Patočka, one of the most influential Central European thinkers of the twentieth century, examining both the phenomenological and ethical-political aspects of his work. In particular, Francesco Tava takes an original approach to the problem of freedom, which represents a recurring theme in Patočka's work, both in his early and later writings. Freedom is conceived of as a difficult and dangerous experience. In his deep analysis of this particular problem, Tava identifies the authentic ethical content of Patočka's work and clarifies its connections with phenomenology, history of philosophy, politics and dissidence. The Risk of Freedom retraces Patočka's philosophical journey and elucidates its more problematic and less evident traits, such as his original ethical conception, his political ideals and his direct commitment as a dissident. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/9fa273cb2ee279b6993875b00a036a58/hp235.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/10idd4ydpro6/hp235.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/7XGDzWWJPj/hp235.7z.html

The Rise and Fall of the UK Film Council By Gillian Doyle; Philip Schlesinger; Raymond Boyle; Lisa Kelly 2015 | 225 Pages | ISBN: 074869823X | EPUB | 1 MB Drawing on interviews with leading film executives, politicians and industry stakeholders, including Alan Parker, Stewart Till and Tim Bevan, this book provides an empirically grounded analysis of the rise and unexpected fall of the UK Film Council, the key strategic body responsible for supporting film in the UK for over a decade. As well as offering a critical overview of the political, policy and technological contexts which framed the organisation's creation, existence and eventual demise, the book provides a probing analysis of the tensions between national and global interests in an increasingly transnational film industry, not least underlining how both US and EU interests and pressures have played themselves out. It therefore provides a timely and significant investigation into the contemporary policy environment for film in the 21stcentury. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/eb463939c4b8f7fde687856c7c12ea0a/97iqb.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/1lbu7hkhwzop/97iqb.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/pqWypO94oX/97iqb.7z.html

The Right Not to Use the Internet (Current Debates in European Integration) by Dariusz Kloza, Elżbieta Kużelewska, Eva Lievens English | April 24, 2025 | ISBN: 1032866314 | 276 pages | PDF | 18 Mb This pioneering collection addresses the prospective fundamental/human right not to use the Internet and the challenges that the non- use of the Internet poses for democracy. As the Internet has increasingly ceased to be a mere option and rather turned into a de facto obligation for anyone who exercises their rights or fulfils duties, these developments bring about profound ramifications for the very existence and the functioning of democracy, and therefore merit a critical reflection. With contributors from academia and legal practice from all over Europe, this edited volume offers timely critical analysis of the right not to use of the Internet, at times supplemented with policy advice and postulates for law reform. This book is of key interest to scholars and students of - predominantly - law, political science and philosophy as well as to policymakers, judges and nongovernmental organisations at national, supranational and international levels. The Open Access version of this book, available atwww.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/ed623362ca89a79f069f9e3048a87edf/hsxxh.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/9izovzih7cmz/hsxxh.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/rMcaOuuQSh/hsxxh.7z.html

The Rhetorical Power of Children's Literature By John H. Saunders; Michael Warren Tumolo; Jennifer Beidendorf; Mary Elizabeth Bezanson; Lauren Rose Camacci; Joshua D. Hill; Lauren Lemley; Brett Lunceford; Deborah Lee Norland; Christopher J. Oldenburg 2016 | 192 Pages | ISBN: 1498543294 | EPUB | 1 MB The Rhetorical Power of Children's Literature is an edited volume with contributions from established and new scholars of rhetoric offering case studies that analyze a full array of genres in children's literature from picture books to young adult novels. Collectively, this volume's contributions interrogate how children's literature is a powerful yet under examined space of rhetorical discourse that influences one of the most vulnerable segments of our population. This book is singularly unique given that it will be the first collection of essays on children's literature from the distinct perspective of the field of Communication. Beyond topical novelty, the contributors utilize a range of scholarly methods to analyze instances of the rhetoric of children's literature. Consequently, essays in this volume may be read for both their specific topical content and as exemplars for multiple methodological approaches to the study of the rhetoric of children's literature. Collectively, the contributors set out to contribute to our knowledge of how instances of children's literature operate as rhetorical discourses. The volume is organized by case studies approached through critical, rhetorical lenses that analyze specific instances of children's literature from two distinct stages of children's developmental reading experiences including pre/early literacy and fluent reading. Structurally, the book includes eight content chapters divided evenly with four chapters analyzing books for young children and four chapters analyzing books targeting audiences from late-childhood to adolescence. An overview of each content chapter accompanies this proposal. is an edited volume with contributions from established and new scholars of rhetoric offering case studies that analyze a full array of genres in children's literature from picture books to young adult novels. Collectively, this volume's contributions interrogate how children's literature is a powerful yet under examined space of rhetorical discourse that influences one of the most vulnerable segments of our population. This book is singularly unique given that it will be the first collection of essays on children's literature from the distinct perspective of the field of Communication. Beyond topical novelty, the contributors utilize a range of scholarly methods to analyze instances of the rhetoric of children's literature. Consequently, essays in this volume may be read for both their specific topical content and as exemplars for multiple methodological approaches to the study of the rhetoric of children's literature. Collectively, the contributors set out to contribute to our knowledge of how instances of children's literature operate as rhetorical discourses. The volume is organized by case studies approached through critical, rhetorical lenses that analyze specific instances of children's literature from two distinct stages of children's developmental reading experiences including pre/early literacy and fluent reading. Structurally, the book includes eight content chapters divided evenly with four chapters analyzing books for young children and four chapters analyzing books targeting audiences from late-childhood to adolescence. An overview of each content chapter accompanies this proposal. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/8c5a693fe8bd18b90404726310eed2d2/chn5k.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/4pc1mfflh0mi/chn5k.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/ap8VYwCOlG/chn5k.7z.html

The Rhetoric of the Pulpit : A Preacher's Guide to Effective Sermons By Jon Meyer Ericson 2016 | 138 Pages | ISBN: 1498235204 | EPUB | 1 MB The Rhetoric of the Pulpit treats the sermon as the single most important factor in evangelism for a parish, and also the most important factor in the spiritual growth of both the congregation and the pastor. With emphasis on the Word as the foundation, the author adds music and liturgy to the sermon's structure to build a unified worship experience. Recognizing that the Word is truth, but that the truth needs to be made to seem true, the book offers sound, practical advice on sermon preparation based on both classical and contemporary communication theory. Sermon preparation is viewed as a process that begins with downloading the Word, followed by productive meditation. The process then moves through the rhetorical steps, from a search for content to the sermon's delivery. Throughout the book, the rhetorical principles are treated as a subordinate element to the Word, a means of giving effectiveness to the truth. The Rhetoric of the Pulpit aims to reflect the spirit of Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Paul, and Kenneth Burke. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/52f7f3ae92ae0972e9b7eb09278552b8/tyjau.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/21ou69gldl1m/tyjau.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/sD97Qc6FBk/tyjau.7z.html

The Rhetoric of American Civil Religion : Symbols, Sinners, and Saints By Jason A. Edwards; Eric C. Miller; III Joseph M. Valenzano; Kevin M. Coe; David Domke; Theon Hill; Bethany Keeley-Jonker; John P. Koch; Angela M. Lahr; Catherine L. Langford 2016 | 250 Pages | ISBN: 1498541488 | EPUB | 1 MB The tie that binds all Americans, regardless of their demographic background, is faith in the American system of government. This faith manifests as a form of civil, or secular, religion with its own core documents, creeds, oaths, ceremonies, and even individuals. In The Rhetoric of American Civil Religion: Symbols, Sinners, and Saints, contributors seek to examine some of those core elements of American faith by exploring the proverbial saints, sinners and dominant symbols of the American system. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/79d27247904cc2d6b55b9a815e7926f7/hd87a.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/zegrrxcwy0f2/hd87a.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/oeHvfLXUvf/hd87a.7z.html

The Rewritten Life : When God Changes Your Story By Jessica LaGrone 2017 | 65 Pages | ISBN: 1501834436 | EPUB | 1 MB The Rewritten Life, based on author Jessica LaGrone s popular Namesake Bible study, is perfect for any small group looking for a powerful and practical biblical study designed for today s busy groups. Six readable chapters explore the transformational power of God through the stories of people in the Bible whose lives and names were changed forever by God. As you meet Abraham and Sarah, Jacob, Naomi, Daniel, Peter and an unnamed woman, you will discover how God rewrote their stories giving them new names and identities that were in line with God s call on their lives. In her own dynamic and engaging teaching style, LaGrone connects the biblical stories to our own lives, showing us that God wants us to be just as intimately involved in rewriting our stories so that we may become and do all that God has planned for us all for God s glory. Additional components for a six-week study include a comprehensive leader guide and a DVD featuring author Jessica LaGrone. " RapidGator https://rg.to/file/b69e5fe96635f6339b64f36d622e645c/u4dl0.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/sw7x0lp1g5e3/u4dl0.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/lituM8z53n/u4dl0.7z.html

The Retreat of the Social : The Rise and Rise of Reductionism By Bruce Kapferer 2005 | 131 Pages | ISBN: 1845451759 | PDF | 1 MB The powerful individualist and subjectivist turn in anthropology - a turn that cannot be easily separated from larger political processes of neo-liberalism and neo-conservatism - is one factor resulting in notions of the social and of society as becoming little else than empty shells of small or no analytical value. The essays presented here, all by leading anthropologists, take a variety of positions on the matter of the retreat of the social. All demonstrate that if anthropology and other social sciences are to fulfill the task of a critical understanding of the diverse realities in which we all must live, these disciplines will find it impossible to so do without a strong concept of the social. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/5d88eaf1f7510cf11cbecd6a1cd023cc/4jhal.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/vc274xjgpscg/4jhal.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/ZK3YXXWFaq/4jhal.7z.html

The Rest of Life : Rest, Play, Eating, Studying, Sex from a Kingdom Perspective By Ben Witherington 2012 | 100 Pages | ISBN: 1467436690 | EPUB | 1 MB When was the last time you heard a sermon on the theological importance of play? What do rest, eating, studying -- and sex -- have to do with the Kingdom of God? Strangely, although these activities together take up much of our time, they seldom receive much discussion from a biblical point of view. In The Rest of Life Ben Witherington explores these subjects in the light of biblical teaching about the Kingdom of God and the Christian hope for the future. He shows why and how all the normal activities of life should be done to the glory of God and for the edification of others. Focusing as it does on practical, everyday matters in an accessible style, this topical study is ideal for both individual reading and small-group discussion. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/e9c01603c777afffffd427bcb34d6ae4/03o9v.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/tmhzkuuso192/03o9v.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/zJMhMi4w5K/03o9v.7z.html

The Resilient Leader: Lessons in Navigating through Crisis and Opportunity by Brian Molitor English | January 7, 2025 | ISBN: 1961293129 | 256 pages | PDF | 0.95 Mb Discover how to be a resilient leader through vital strategies and keys for achieving success and peace-of-mind at home and work-even in times of adversity. Featuring insightful testimonies from key leaders-including CEO of TriStar Trust Bank Gene Pickelman and former Michigan State Senator Ken Horn. This book investigates not only what it means to be a leader, but what it means to be a resilient leader. This comes from understanding 2 important things: Developing skills to bounce back from adversityLearning from other successful leaders and what they have done to achieve their successFrom Fortune 500 corporations to the small coffee shop on the corner, to hospitals and religious organizations, leaders of all kinds will benefit from the lessons presented in this book. Author Brian Molitor, CEO of Molitor International, has distilled decades of his work into actionable guidance that is accessible and impactful. It also includes insightful testimonials from other leaders sharing their own experiences. It is common for "leadership" books to focus on techniques to inform, inspire, teach, train, and develop the talents of team members. This approach ignores the fact that leaders are only human, subject to the same stresses, problems, and storms as any other. Which is why the focus on self-care, personal wellness, and developing resilience is an important aspect of this book. Being a resilient leader can be learned and this book provides everything you will need to get started. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/a3fac3a968532d637d0b36698cc0da8e/uul06.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/4i27rug75zqz/uul06.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/2Q2HFBsPGf/uul06.7z.html

The Reimagining of Place in English Modernism By Sam Wiseman 2015 | 176 Pages | ISBN: 0990895882 | PDF | 1 MB The work of English modernists in the 1920s and 1930s - particularly D.H. Lawrence, John Cowper Powys, Mary Butts and Virginia Woolf - often expresses a fundamental ambivalence towards the social, cultural and technological developments of the period. These writers collectively embody the tensions and contradictions which infiltrate English modernism as the interwar period progresses, combining a profound sense of attachment to rural place and traditions with a similarly strong attraction to metropolitan modernity - the latter being associated with transience, possibility, literary innovation, cosmopolitanism, and new developments in technology and transportation. In this book, Sam Wiseman analyses key texts by these four authors, charting their respective attempts to forge new identities, perspectives and literary approaches that reconcile tradition and modernity, belonging and exploration, the rural and the metropolitan. This analysis is located within the context of ongoing critical debates regarding the relationship of English modernism with place, cosmopolitanism, and rural tradition; Wiseman augments this discourse by highlighting stylistic and thematic connections between the authors in question, and argues that these links collectively illustrate a distinctive, place-oriented strand of interwar modernism. Ecocritical and phenomenological perspectives are deployed to reveal similarities in their sense of human interrelationship with place, and a shared interest in particular themes and imagery; these include archaeological excavation, aerial perspectives upon place, and animism. Such concerns stem from specific technological and socio-cultural developments of the era. The differing engagements of these four authors with such changes collectively indicate a distinctive set of literary strategies, which aim to reconcile the tensions and contradictions inherent in their relationships with place. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/f8c336f74f72e2359c3d725053372141/mrgyy.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/zwz5l2h21fks/mrgyy.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/6Stqz3dGfO/mrgyy.7z.html

The Red Scare, Politics, and the Federal Communications Commission, 1941-1960 By Susan L. Brinson 2004 | 255 Pages | ISBN: 0275978591 | PDF | 1 MB The Red Scare at the FCC started when James Lawrence Fly led the agency in many important decisions that were inspired by the New Deal. These decisions outraged both the broadcasting industry and politically conservative legislators, causing them to accuse the FCC of Communist sympathies. This book analyzes the political transition taken by the FCC that turned it into an agency that fully participated in the Red Scare of the 1950s. This book analyzes many significant FCC cases and policies that have never been considered within the context of New Deal policymaking or its impact. This work is the first to look into the impact of the Red Scare on an executive agency. Its combination of new archival and behind-the- scenes information makes this book a great addition to the growing body of research on media history and regulation. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/36e2b800922eb01d8c8bae5b9f7d7b74/na7bk.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/x6g9wep3ibqc/na7bk.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/XkFxqbstw1/na7bk.7z.html

The Record Men: The Chess Brothers and the Birth of Rock Roll By Rich Cohen 2005 | 224 Pages | ISBN: 039305280X | EPUB | 1 MB On the south side of Chicago in the late 1940s, two immigrants; one a Jew born in Russia, the other a black blues singer from Mississippi; met and changed the course of musical history. Muddy Waters electrified the blues, and Leonard Chess recorded it. Soon Bo Diddly and Chuck Berry added a dose of pulsating rhythm, and Chess Records captured that, too. Rock roll had arrived, and an industry was born. In a book as vibrantly and exuberantly written as the music and people it portrays, Rich Cohen tells the engrossing story of how Leonard Chess, with the other record men, made this new sound into a multi-billion-dollar business; aggressively acquiring artists, hard-selling distributors, riding the crest of a wave that would crash over a whole generation. Originally published in hardcover as Machers and Rockers. About the series: Enterprise pairs distinguished writers with stories of the economic forces that have shaped the modern worlds; the institutions, the entrepreneurs, the ideas. Enterprise introduces a new genre; the business book as literature. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/4b1fee4319a233e1131c28ca0d2c510c/2asoe.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/gdsyuxhvp4sd/2asoe.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/n5uJ1UH3K6/2asoe.7z.html

The Rebirth of African Orthodoxy : Return to Foundations By Thomas C. Oden 2016 | 155 Pages | ISBN: 1501819097 | EPUB | 1 MB African orthodoxy today is the same faith that was confessed by Athanasius and Augustine seventeen centuries ago. RapidGator https://rg.to/file/2052ffd6d4f76fc2a35067cf07fbc036/3ildu.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/023s331et44y/3ildu.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/Ffaw32Tqpf/3ildu.7z.html

The Real Deal By Rod Williams 2014 | 97 Pages | ISBN: 1780781210 | EPUB | 1 MB Rod's drug addiction began at college and quickly moved from cannabis to Ecstasy and eventually heroin and crack cocaine. He soon became heavily involved in dealing drugs and gambling in order to finance his drugs habit. Following an attempt to import class A drugs onto the island of Guernsey, Rod ended up in prison. At rock bottom and in desperation, he turned to God and began his journey to freedom from his addictions. "This book is a compelling read...It details the ever greater power of Jesus, who saves lives and brings about a complete transformation to those lives which are on the path to utter destruction, in a way that nothing and no one else can. The book reveals how God's love, grace and true forgiveness turn not only Rod's life around, but also the lives of his long-time accomplices and shows how that has impacted hundreds of others' lives for the better. His accomplices also give us an insight into their own journey with Rod. Altogether, a mighty powerful read." John Kirby, International Director, Christians Against Poverty RapidGator https://rg.to/file/dd59a82aa0f06016fff452bc04f98741/bsxb9.7z.html Fileaxa https://fileaxa.com/643z6w0zvkjq/bsxb9.7z Fikper https://fikper.com/FcSPII15Ap/bsxb9.7z.html