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John Ryan - Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics, Häftad

Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

933 kr

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This new book contains the most up-to-date and focused description of the applications of Clifford algebras in analysis, particularly classical harmonic analysis. It is the first single volume devoted to applications of Clifford analysis to other aspects of analysis.All chapters are written by world authorities in the area. Of particular interest is the contribution of Professor Alan McIntosh. He gives a detailed account of the links between Clifford algebras, monogenic and harmonic functions and the correspondence between monogenic functions and holomorphic functions of several complex variables under Fourier transforms. He describes the correspondence between algebras of singular integrals on Lipschitz surfaces and functional calculi of Dirac operators on these surfaces. He also discusses links with boundary value problems over Lipschitz domains.Other specific topics include Hardy spaces and compensated compactness in Euclidean space; applications to acoustic scattering and Galerkin estimates; scattering theory for orthogonal wavelets; applications of the conformal group and Vahalen matrices; Newmann type problems for the Dirac operator; plus much, much more!Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics also contains the most comprehensive section on open problems available. The book presents the most detailed link between Clifford analysis and classical harmonic analysis. It is a refreshing break from the many expensive and lengthy volumes currently found on the subject.

John Ryan - Plants in Contemporary Poetry, Häftad

Plants in Contemporary Poetry

Ecocriticism and the Botanical Imagination

Häftad, Engelska, 2020

783 kr

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Positioned within current ecocritical scholarship, this volume is the first book-length study of the representations of plants in contemporary American, English, and Australian poetry. Through readings of botanically-minded writers including Les Murray, Louise Glück, and Alice Oswald, it addresses the relationship between language and the subjectivity, agency, sentience, consciousness, and intelligence of vegetal life. Scientific, philosophical, and literary frameworks enable the author to develop an interdisciplinary approach to examining the role of plants in poetry. Drawing from recent plant science and contributing to the exciting new field of critical plant studies, the author develops a methodology he calls "botanical criticism" that aims to redress the lack of emphasis on plant life in studies of poetry. As a subset of ecocriticism, botanical criticism investigates how poets engage with plants literally and figuratively, materially and symbolically, in their works. Key themes covered in this volume include plants as invasives and weeds in human settings; as sources of physical and spiritual nourishment; as signifiers of region, home, and identity; as objects of aesthetics and objectivism; and, crucially, as beings with their own perspectives, voices, and modes of dialogue. Ryan demonstrates that poetic imagination is as essential as scientific rationality to elucidating and appreciating the mysteries of plant-being. This book will appeal to a multidisciplinary readership in the fields of ecocriticism, ecopoetry, environmental humanities, and ecocultural studies, and will be of interest to researchers in the emerging area of critical plant studies.

John Ryan - Managing Your Own Health Crisis, Inbunden

Managing Your Own Health Crisis

A Holistic Guide to Energised Living and Longevity

Inbunden, Engelska, 2024

772 kr

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James Hawdon, John Ryan, Marc Lucht - Causes and Consequences of Group Violence, Inbunden

Causes and Consequences of Group Violence

From Bullies to Terrorists

AvJames Hawdon,John Ryanm. fl.

Inbunden, Engelska, 2014

1 484 kr

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The Causes and Consequences of Group Violence: From Bullies to Terrorists offers a transnational and transdisciplinary investigation of the causes and consequences of violence, ranging from bullying and hate crimes to revolutions, genocide, and acts of terrorism. Editors James Hawdon, John Ryan, and Mark Lucht bring together empirical investigations of these specific types of violence as well as theoretical discussions of the underlying similarities and differences among them. Focusing on both the perpetrators and targets of violence, The Causes and Consequences of Group Violencethis book is a valuable resource for sociologists, criminologists, political scientists, behavioral scientists, peace studies scholars, and psychologists.

John Ryan - Agricultural Economy of Manitoba Hutterite Colonies, E-bok

Agricultural Economy of Manitoba Hutterite Colonies

E-bok

PDF, Engelska, 1977

789 kr

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The Hutterite way of life originated in central Europe nearly 450 years ago. Today, Hutterite colonies are unique features of the agricultural landscape of Manitoba. This pioneering study, based on years of field research, presents a thorough account of every aspect of the agricultural base of the Hutterite way of life. Beginning with an historical account of Hutterite settlement, colony administration, and a description of day-to-day life, the study proceeds to a derailed description of the agricultural economy through which the Hutterites maintain their distinctive way of life.

J. Ryan, John Ryan, Wolfgang Sproessig - Clifford Algebras and Their Applications in Mathematical Physics, Inbunden

Clifford Algebras and Their Applications in Mathematical Physics

AvJ. Ryan,John Ryanm. fl.

Inbunden, Engelska, 2000

870 kr

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The second part of a two-volume set concerning the field of Clifford (geometric) algebra, this work consists of thematically organized chapters that provide a broad overview of cutting-edge topics in mathematical physics and the physical applications of Clifford algebras. This volume is a survey of most aspects of Clifford analysis. Topics range from applications such as complex-distance potential theory, supersymmetry, and fluid dynamics to Fourier analysis, the study of boundary value problems, and applications, to mathematical physics and Schwarzian derivatives in Euclidean space. Among the mathematical topics examined are generalized Dirac operators, holonomy groups, monogenic and hypermonogenic functions and their derivatives, quaternionic Beltrami equations, Fourier theory under Mobius transformations, Cauchy-Reimann operators, and Cauchy type integrals.

John Ryan, John Ryan - Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics, Inbunden

Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics

AvJohn Ryan,John Ryan

Inbunden, Engelska, 1995

3 727 kr

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This new book contains the most up-to-date and focused description of the applications of Clifford algebras in analysis, particularly classical harmonic analysis. It is the first single volume devoted to applications of Clifford analysis to other aspects of analysis.All chapters are written by world authorities in the area. Of particular interest is the contribution of Professor Alan McIntosh. He gives a detailed account of the links between Clifford algebras, monogenic and harmonic functions and the correspondence between monogenic functions and holomorphic functions of several complex variables under Fourier transforms. He describes the correspondence between algebras of singular integrals on Lipschitz surfaces and functional calculi of Dirac operators on these surfaces. He also discusses links with boundary value problems over Lipschitz domains.Other specific topics include Hardy spaces and compensated compactness in Euclidean space; applications to acoustic scattering and Galerkin estimates; scattering theory for orthogonal wavelets; applications of the conformal group and Vahalen matrices; Newmann type problems for the Dirac operator; plus much, much more!Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics also contains the most comprehensive section on open problems available. The book presents the most detailed link between Clifford analysis and classical harmonic analysis. It is a refreshing break from the many expensive and lengthy volumes currently found on the subject.

John Ryan - Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Häftad

Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Häftad, Engelska, 2021

207 kr

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John Ryan - History of Shotley Spa, and Vicinity of Shotley Bridge, Inbunden

History of Shotley Spa, and Vicinity of Shotley Bridge

Inbunden, Engelska, 2022

371 kr

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John Ryan - History of Shotley Spa, and Vicinity of Shotley Bridge, Häftad

History of Shotley Spa, and Vicinity of Shotley Bridge

Häftad, Engelska, 2022

209 kr

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John Ryan - History and Antiquities of the County of Carlow, Inbunden

History and Antiquities of the County of Carlow

Inbunden, Engelska, 2022

414 kr

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John Ryan - History and Antiquities of the County of Carlow, Häftad

History and Antiquities of the County of Carlow

Häftad, Engelska, 2022

300 kr

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John Ryan - Ireland From A.D. 800 to A.D. 1600, Inbunden

Ireland From A.D. 800 to A.D. 1600

Inbunden, Engelska, 2023

386 kr

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John Ryan - Ireland From A.D. 800 to A.D. 1600, Häftad

Ireland From A.D. 800 to A.D. 1600

Häftad, Engelska, 2023

271 kr

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John Ryan - Plants in Contemporary Poetry, Inbunden

Plants in Contemporary Poetry

Ecocriticism and the Botanical Imagination

Inbunden, Engelska, 2017

2 672 kr

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Positioned within current ecocritical scholarship, this volume is the first book-length study of the representations of plants in contemporary American, English, and Australian poetry. Through readings of botanically-minded writers including Les Murray, Louise Glück, and Alice Oswald, it addresses the relationship between language and the subjectivity, agency, sentience, consciousness, and intelligence of vegetal life. Scientific, philosophical, and literary frameworks enable the author to develop an interdisciplinary approach to examining the role of plants in poetry. Drawing from recent plant science and contributing to the exciting new field of critical plant studies, the author develops a methodology he calls "botanical criticism" that aims to redress the lack of emphasis on plant life in studies of poetry. As a subset of ecocriticism, botanical criticism investigates how poets engage with plants literally and figuratively, materially and symbolically, in their works. Key themes covered in this volume include plants as invasives and weeds in human settings; as sources of physical and spiritual nourishment; as signifiers of region, home, and identity; as objects of aesthetics and objectivism; and, crucially, as beings with their own perspectives, voices, and modes of dialogue. Ryan demonstrates that poetic imagination is as essential as scientific rationality to elucidating and appreciating the mysteries of plant-being. This book will appeal to a multidisciplinary readership in the fields of ecocriticism, ecopoetry, environmental humanities, and ecocultural studies, and will be of interest to researchers in the emerging area of critical plant studies.

John Ryan - Plants in Contemporary Poetry, E-bok

Plants in Contemporary Poetry

Ecocriticism and the Botanical Imagination

E-bok

Engelska, 2017

928 kr

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Positioned within current ecocritical scholarship, this volume is the first book-length study of the representations of plants in contemporary American, English, and Australian poetry. Through readings of botanically-minded writers including Les Murray, Louise Glück, and Alice Oswald, it addresses the relationship between language and the subjectivity, agency, sentience, consciousness, and intelligence of vegetal life. Scientific, philosophical, and literary frameworks enable the author to develop an interdisciplinary approach to examining the role of plants in poetry. Drawing from recent plant science and contributing to the exciting new field of critical plant studies, the author develops a methodology he calls "botanical criticism" that aims to redress the lack of emphasis on plant life in studies of poetry. As a subset of ecocriticism, botanical criticism investigates how poets engage with plants literally and figuratively, materially and symbolically, in their works. Key themes covered in this volume include plants as invasives and weeds in human settings; as sources of physical and spiritual nourishment; as signifiers of region, home, and identity; as objects of aesthetics and objectivism; and, crucially, as beings with their own perspectives, voices, and modes of dialogue. Ryan demonstrates that poetic imagination is as essential as scientific rationality to elucidating and appreciating the mysteries of plant-being. This book will appeal to a multidisciplinary readership in the fields of ecocriticism, ecopoetry, environmental humanities, and ecocultural studies, and will be of interest to researchers in the emerging area of critical plant studies.

John Ryan - Plants in Contemporary Poetry, E-bok

Plants in Contemporary Poetry

Ecocriticism and the Botanical Imagination

E-bok

PDF, Engelska, 2017

928 kr

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Positioned within current ecocritical scholarship, this volume is the first book-length study of the representations of plants in contemporary American, English, and Australian poetry. Through readings of botanically-minded writers including Les Murray, Louise Glück, and Alice Oswald, it addresses the relationship between language and the subjectivity, agency, sentience, consciousness, and intelligence of vegetal life. Scientific, philosophical, and literary frameworks enable the author to develop an interdisciplinary approach to examining the role of plants in poetry. Drawing from recent plant science and contributing to the exciting new field of critical plant studies, the author develops a methodology he calls "botanical criticism" that aims to redress the lack of emphasis on plant life in studies of poetry. As a subset of ecocriticism, botanical criticism investigates how poets engage with plants literally and figuratively, materially and symbolically, in their works. Key themes covered in this volume include plants as invasives and weeds in human settings; as sources of physical and spiritual nourishment; as signifiers of region, home, and identity; as objects of aesthetics and objectivism; and, crucially, as beings with their own perspectives, voices, and modes of dialogue. Ryan demonstrates that poetic imagination is as essential as scientific rationality to elucidating and appreciating the mysteries of plant-being. This book will appeal to a multidisciplinary readership in the fields of ecocriticism, ecopoetry, environmental humanities, and ecocultural studies, and will be of interest to researchers in the emerging area of critical plant studies.

John Ryan - Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics, E-bok

Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics

E-bok

Engelska, 2018

1 110 kr

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This new book contains the most up-to-date and focused description of the applications of Clifford algebras in analysis, particularly classical harmonic analysis. It is the first single volume devoted to applications of Clifford analysis to other aspects of analysis.All chapters are written by world authorities in the area. Of particular interest is the contribution of Professor Alan McIntosh. He gives a detailed account of the links between Clifford algebras, monogenic and harmonic functions and the correspondence between monogenic functions and holomorphic functions of several complex variables under Fourier transforms. He describes the correspondence between algebras of singular integrals on Lipschitz surfaces and functional calculi of Dirac operators on these surfaces. He also discusses links with boundary value problems over Lipschitz domains.Other specific topics include Hardy spaces and compensated compactness in Euclidean space; applications to acoustic scattering and Galerkin estimates; scattering theory for orthogonal wavelets; applications of the conformal group and Vahalen matrices; Newmann type problems for the Dirac operator; plus much, much more!Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics also contains the most comprehensive section on open problems available. The book presents the most detailed link between Clifford analysis and classical harmonic analysis. It is a refreshing break from the many expensive and lengthy volumes currently found on the subject.

John Ryan - Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics, E-bok

Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics

E-bok

PDF, Engelska, 2018

1 071 kr

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This new book contains the most up-to-date and focused description of the applications of Clifford algebras in analysis, particularly classical harmonic analysis. It is the first single volume devoted to applications of Clifford analysis to other aspects of analysis.All chapters are written by world authorities in the area. Of particular interest is the contribution of Professor Alan McIntosh. He gives a detailed account of the links between Clifford algebras, monogenic and harmonic functions and the correspondence between monogenic functions and holomorphic functions of several complex variables under Fourier transforms. He describes the correspondence between algebras of singular integrals on Lipschitz surfaces and functional calculi of Dirac operators on these surfaces. He also discusses links with boundary value problems over Lipschitz domains.Other specific topics include Hardy spaces and compensated compactness in Euclidean space; applications to acoustic scattering and Galerkin estimates; scattering theory for orthogonal wavelets; applications of the conformal group and Vahalen matrices; Newmann type problems for the Dirac operator; plus much, much more!Clifford Algebras in Analysis and Related Topics also contains the most comprehensive section on open problems available. The book presents the most detailed link between Clifford analysis and classical harmonic analysis. It is a refreshing break from the many expensive and lengthy volumes currently found on the subject.

Steve Dudley, Tim Benton, Peter Fraser, John Ryan - Rare Birds Day by Day, E-bok

Rare Birds Day by Day

AvSteve Dudley,Tim Bentonm. fl.

E-bok

PDF, Engelska, 2010

876 kr

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Covering 282 rare species and sub-species (plus records for a further 18 Category D species) found in Britain and Ireland, around 20,000 individual records of rare birds are listed in diary style, with each individual bird appearing on the date on which it was originally found, along with all the other rare birds found on that date between 1958 and 1994.Rare Birds Day by Day follows three earlier Poyser titles looking at scarce and rare birds recorded in Britain and Ireland, Scarce Migrant Birds in Britain and Ireland (Sharrock, 1974), Rare Birds in Britain and Ireland (Sharrock & Sharrock, 1976) and Rare Birds in Britain and Ireland (Dymond, Fraser & Gantlett, 1989). Like these previous books, this latest rare bird title has been brought to you by well-known and experienced British birders and rare bird finders.This book, however, differs markedly from the earlier volumes, in that it moves away from the traditional presentation of species in systematic order. Each record is listed in county order and is accompanied by the finding site, number of birds (for multiple records) and length of stay (for those birds remaining for more than one day).This new and novel way of presenting rare bird data will prove fascinating to anyone with an interest in finding and watching rare migrant and vagrant species. It will also prove a valuable and fun tool for the keenest rarity hunters, enabling them to use the book as a rare bird predictor, by following closely the birds found on each date over the 36 years covered by the book.The book is enlivened with illustrations by Dave Nurney, most of them specifically prepared for this volume.

Steve Dudley, Tim Benton, Peter Fraser, John Ryan - Rare Birds Day by Day, E-bok

Rare Birds Day by Day

AvSteve Dudley,Tim Bentonm. fl.

E-bok

Engelska, 2010

908 kr

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Covering 282 rare species and sub-species (plus records for a further 18 Category D species) found in Britain and Ireland, around 20,000 individual records of rare birds are listed in diary style, with each individual bird appearing on the date on which it was originally found, along with all the other rare birds found on that date between 1958 and 1994. Rare Birds Day by Day follows three earlier Poyser titles looking at scarce and rare birds recorded in Britain and Ireland, Scarce Migrant Birds in Britain and Ireland (Sharrock, 1974), Rare Birds in Britain and Ireland (Sharrock & Sharrock, 1976) and Rare Birds in Britain and Ireland (Dymond, Fraser & Gantlett, 1989). Like these previous books, this latest rare bird title has been brought to you by well-known and experienced British birders and rare bird finders. This book, however, differs markedly from the earlier volumes, in that it moves away from the traditional presentation of species in systematic order. Each record is listed in county order and is accompanied by the finding site, number of birds (for multiple records) and length of stay (for those birds remaining for more than one day).This new and novel way of presenting rare bird data will prove fascinating to anyone with an interest in finding and watching rare migrant and vagrant species. It will also prove a valuable and fun tool for the keenest rarity hunters, enabling them to use the book as a rare bird predictor, by following closely the birds found on each date over the 36 years covered by the book.The book is enlivened with illustrations by Dave Nurney, most of them specifically prepared for this volume.

Steve Dudley, Tim Benton, Peter Fraser, John Ryan - Rare Birds Day by Day, Inbunden

Rare Birds Day by Day

AvSteve Dudley,Tim Bentonm. fl.

Inbunden, Engelska, 2010

824 kr

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Wolfgang Sproig, John Ryan - Clifford Algebras and their Applications in Mathematical Physics, E-bok

Clifford Algebras and their Applications in Mathematical Physics

Volume 2: Clifford Analysis

AvWolfgang Sproig,John Ryan

E-bok

PDF, Engelska, 2012

687 kr

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John Ryan, Wolfgang Sprößig - Clifford Algebras and their Applications in Mathematical Physics, Häftad

Del 19 - Progress in Mathematical Physics

Clifford Algebras and their Applications in Mathematical Physics

Volume 2: Clifford Analysis

AvJohn Ryan,Wolfgang Sprößig

Häftad, Engelska, 2012

547 kr

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Tom Harrison, Ian Morris, John Ryan - Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom, Inbunden

Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom

AvTom Harrison,Ian Morrism. fl.

Inbunden, Engelska, 2016

2 136 kr

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"Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom provides an excellent and very accessible overview of the emerging field of character education. It covers, in detail, the theory of character education as well as advice and guidance about how this should be applied in practice in primary schools." Professor James Arthur, University of Birmingham

Character matters. As more and more schools are choosing to teach Character Education, trainee and beginning teachers need to know more. What is Character Education? Can it really be 'taught'? How does children's learning benefit from discussions around character in the classroom? How do I teach it? What does good teaching of Character Education look like in the classroom?Teaching Character Education in Primary schools tackles these questions, and many more. This is a practical guide to why and how we can teach character in primary schools. It begins by exploring why character matters and considers what 'character' is and (importantly) what it is not. It goes on to discuss the place for teaching character in primary education and includes practical guidance on how it can be taught. The text also looks at character beyond the classroom, how parents and the wider community can be included in the teaching of character and how outdoor learning and education can contribute.This book is written for all those who are new to teaching character.

Tom Harrison, Ian Morris, John Ryan - Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom, Häftad

Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom

AvTom Harrison,Ian Morrism. fl.

Häftad, Engelska, 2016

1 100 kr

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"Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom provides an excellent and very accessible overview of the emerging field of character education. It covers, in detail, the theory of character education as well as advice and guidance about how this should be applied in practice in primary schools." Professor James Arthur, University of Birmingham

Character matters. As more and more schools are choosing to teach Character Education, trainee and beginning teachers need to know more. What is Character Education? Can it really be 'taught'? How does children's learning benefit from discussions around character in the classroom? How do I teach it? What does good teaching of Character Education look like in the classroom?Teaching Character Education in Primary schools tackles these questions, and many more. This is a practical guide to why and how we can teach character in primary schools. It begins by exploring why character matters and considers what 'character' is and (importantly) what it is not. It goes on to discuss the place for teaching character in primary education and includes practical guidance on how it can be taught. The text also looks at character beyond the classroom, how parents and the wider community can be included in the teaching of character and how outdoor learning and education can contribute.This book is written for all those who are new to teaching character.

John Ryan, Ian Morris, Tom Harrison - Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom, E-bok

Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom

AvJohn Ryan,Ian Morrism. fl.

E-bok

Engelska, 2016

431 kr

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"Teaching Character in the Primary Classroom provides an excellent and very accessible overview of the emerging field of character education. It covers, in detail, the theory of character education as well as advice and guidance about how this should be applied in practice in primary schools." Professor James Arthur, University of Birmingham

Character matters. As more and more schools are choosing to teach Character Education, trainee and beginning teachers need to know more. What is Character Education? Can it really be ′taught′? How does children′s learning benefit from discussions around character in the classroom? How do I teach it? What does good teaching of Character Education look like in the classroom?Teaching Character Education in Primary schools tackles these questions, and many more. This is a practical guide to why and how we can teach character in primary schools. It begins by exploring why character matters and considers what ′character′ is and (importantly) what it is not. It goes on to discuss the place for teaching character in primary education and includes practical guidance on how it can be taught. The text also looks at character beyond the classroom, how parents and the wider community can be included in the teaching of character and how outdoor learning and education can contribute.This book is written for all those who are new to teaching character.

John Ryan - Rosetta, E-bok

Rosetta

E-bok

Engelska, 2013

89 kr

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As the first two books of poems published by Chipminkaclearly showed, John has experienced severe mentalproblems due to a savage sexual assault and rape.This volumeshows the therapeutic and cathartic value of the act ofwriting in overcoming such problems.This is a good example of attention to the daily habit ofcreativity.John, in this volume, clearly demonstrates how writinghas transformed a series of major personal problemsinto opportunitiesabove all, the opportunity totransform his most intimate musings into a fascinatingseries of poems.

John Ryan - Aftermath, E-bok

Aftermath

E-bok

Engelska, 2013

89 kr

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This, the fourth book of poems in the series, is the follow-up to Rosetta. John felt that asthis is the aftermath of three books published, Aftermath as a title is self-explanatory.It comes from someone born in Ireland in 1947, exiled since 1967, John is now retired andwriting full-time.There is no inherent logic to the placement of individual poems: they were, at the time ofwriting, responses to everyday situations, written there and then.

John Ryan - Poems Under the Jacaranda Tree, E-bok

Poems Under the Jacaranda Tree

E-bok

Engelska, 2013

89 kr

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Sixth in the series, this book is by no meansthe last John says. As long as the fascinationwith words stays with me, I shall continue mydedication to improving my verbal self-worth.The Muse has been kind to me, in spite of mybipolar state (due to being raped in theworkplace some years ago). Writing hasbeen so very therapeutic since that awful day.Such is my dedication that I work throughthe night most nights. I greet the dawn in mysmall study and long for the day when WritersBlock is no longer a problem.I first discovered the delightful Jacaranda Treein Pretoria, South Africa, and want to thankMalgorzata Budzinski for conveying her loveof this specific delight.