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Fisher employs a symbolic interactionist lens and other theoretical tools to make visible foundational cultural assumptions delimiting our thinking about and undermining employee engagement before it even begins in organizational settings.

This book examines German feature films and television series centered around the figure of the computer hacker as a hero, introducing the German hacker genre to the ongoing scholarly discussion of genre in German cinema. William Mahan argues that the genre reflects a history of youth resistance, a complex political landscape, and an obsession with Datenschutz (data protection) in the German context to make the hacker an archetypal character with both national and global cultural appeal. Ultimately, Mahan posits, the continued prevalence of the hacker over the last twenty-five years suggests that while remaining relevant, the figure has also evolved and become dynamic in connection to developing technologies. Scholars of film studies, German studies, and cultural studies will find this book of particular interest.

This collection explores the core concepts of Ignacio Ellacuríäs liberating philosophy; his critique of ideologies and continuity with critical theory; his philosophical anthropology and humanism; and the implications that praxis has for philosophical thought.

This book demonstrates how strong internal and external communication has helped Jewish communities survive globally in unlikely locations, harsh circumstances, and periods of antisemitism. The author examines nine different international Jewish communities from an organizational communication perspective.

This book explores stigma and discrimination associated with disability and mental health in Ghana. In conversations with caregivers and persons with disabilities, the authors examine the socio-cultural challenges that undermine treatment and support for these individuals and provide recommendations for improved policy and practice.

Applied Business Rhetoric examines a broad array of rhetorical principles used in various business contexts. Chapters overview key rhetorical constructs, and provide engaging, in-depth industry examples and analysis to show the concepts in use.

Global James Bond explores the interplay between the global and the local in the longest-running film franchise in history. It considers how the world is envisaged in the series and reinterpreted on local and regional levels with alternative meanings running counter to the representational and geo-political logics of the original texts.

The Real Mound Builders of North America contrasts the evolutionary view that emphasizes abrupt discontinuities with the Hopewellian ceremonial assemblage and mounds. Byers argues that these communities persisted unchanged in terms of their essential structures and traditions, varying only in ceremonial practices that manifested these structures.

Volume 49 contains four articles ranging from medieval literature (discovery of the Self in the twelfth century) and philosophy (reception of Moses Maimonides) to Humanist poetry (Boccaccio on leisure) and panegyrics (Nagonio on Henry VII and Prince Arthur) as well as five book reviews which cover various discourses and epochs.

Surviving Adolescence follows the roller coaster ride parents with teenagers experience, covering topics such as preparing for adolescence, the reality of confronting puberty, the family unit, bullying, burgeoning sexual issues, communicating effectively, and how to help teens tackle a new social environment, including cyberspace.

In Right from the Start: A Practical Guide for Helping Young Children with Autism, Karin Donahue and Kate Crassons assert that autistic children can be successful when parents and teachers understand key principles of autism and have the tools to help these children expand their social and emotional skills. Emphasizing the importance of self-regulation¿the ability to moderate our feelings and reactions¿the authors describe practical strategies to help children manage their emotions and behavior, learn social and play skills, and cope with challenging sensory experiences. Right from the Start is a needed and indispensable resource for parents, professionals, and educators. With these techniques, we can lay a positive foundation that enables autistic children to be confident and successful in any environment.

Raising an Active Reader makes clear for parents and teachers of children grade K¿3 the process of learning to read and what adults can do to encourage robust language, comprehension, and vocabulary in their children. It provides fun examples, clear explanations, and ideas for read aloud sessions that will build a lifelong love of reading.

Opening Minds is a wonderful resource full of materials for parents of elementary and middle school children who want to expand their learning at home. Though not a replacement for the standard curriculum of the grades, it provides parents with a variety of tools to promote and engage children¿s thinking outside the classroom.

A Guide to Writing College Admissions Essays provides practical advice and helpful suggestions for students writing their college admissions essays, primarily the 650-word Common App essay and supplementary essays that many schools require as part of their admission applications. With more students applying to college¿and those students applying to more schools than ever before¿college admission selection is far more competitive than in the past and the college essay is a key component.A Guide to Writing College Admissions Essays offers suggestions on good topics to write about without getting too specific (and just as importantly, what not to write about) and vital tips on writing approach, grammar, and usage. If used properly, this book will help applicants find their creative voice and craft a readable, interesting, and unique essay that will attract the college admissions reader. It just might make a difference in the final admission process.

This book provides answers to parents everyday questions regarding school.

The story of one of the most significant and overlooked seasons in professional baseball, told through the travails of the Spokane Indians. On June 24, 1946, a bus carrying the Spokane Indians minor league baseball team crashed to the bottom of a deep ravine in Washington state, killing nine players. To this day, it remains the deadliest accident in the history of American professional sports. In Season of Shattered Dreams: Postwar Baseball, the Spokane Indians, and a Tragic Bus Crash That Changed Everything, Eric Vickrey details the series of events that occurred before, during, and after the heart-breaking accident. Often overlooked in baseball histories, Vickrey chronicles the impact World War II¿s end had on the major and minor leagues, now crowded with players returning from military service. The Spokane Indians were no exception, with several top prospects and former big leaguers arriving that season. The journeys of three Spokane players in particular¿Vic Picetti, Ben Geraghty, and Jack Lohrke¿reveal the impact of the war on players¿ lives, the struggles of a minor-league career, and the devastating impact of that catastrophic crash. The Spokane Indians were not your average minor-league team, and though their story has been largely forgotten with time, it is one that deserves to be told. Featuring original interviews, as well as letters and photos from the personal collections of players and their families, Season of Shattered Dreams offers incredible insight into one of the most singular seasons in professional baseball.

Reading José Martí from the Margins explores the construction of Cuban homophobia, racism, sexism, sinophobia and ethnic discrimination which continues unabetted today on both sides of the Florida Straits. The apotheosis of Martí and the falsification of his thoughts have made it difficult to provide a critical assessment of his contributions to the cause of political and social liberation. In his writings and in his declaration (Montecristo Manifesto), he is among the first Latin Americanists to envision the future of Cuba and the rest of Latin America with the full and equal inclusion of Indians and Blacks. However, he also unwillingly created the foundation for a paternalistic, colorblind social order which contributed to the marginalization of those who fell short of the cis-gendered male Eurocuban ideal. Relying primarily on Martí¿s own writings, some of which has yet to be translated into English, Miguel De La Torre provides a critical assessment of Martí and shows how some of his work contributes to the construction of intra-Cuban oppression.

A riveting collection of stories from the world of endurance sports Endurance athletes know the feeling¿that oscillation between pain and delight, the pursuit not so much of beating others but of testing your own limits, the finish that often comes with the recognition of how sweet and big life is. It doesn¿t matter if you¿re a kid trying to break a pogo stick world record or a professional athlete attempting to topple the reigning marathon champion¿these endeavors in endurance have a way of fascinating us all. In Unbound: Unforgettable True Stories from the World of Endurance Sports, award-winning journalist Bill Donahue brings together an incredible collection of stories from his years of reporting on everything from cycling the wilds of Dominica to ultramarathons. They feature the fearless Swiss explorer Sarah Marquis breaking up the ¿boys club¿ of exploration, the author cross-country skiing in Alaska with the U.S. military, Karl Bushy¿s attempt to circumnavigate the globe on foot, a visit to Tour de France contender Nairo Quintantäs Colombian village in the High Andes, and more.The stories in Unbound span across seven countries on five continents, from the slums of Bhubaneswar, India, to the windswept tundra of the Alaskan Arctic. Take a journey with the author along the roads and trails of the world, and discover obscure stories, diverse cultures, and unforgettable characters that will leave you awed.

The collapse of the Soviet Union was a historic turning point when many, especially those who grew up during the Cold War, began to let go of their long-held fears and embrace feelings of hope for the future. That included agents of the FBI, who were, by necessity, busy building bridges with their former adversaries in response to a flood of Russian criminals pouring into the United States. The Belly of the Bear chronicles this collaboration through the eyes of a key FBI agent who was on the frontlines in Russia. Jeff Iverson explores obstacles he and his colleagues faced on our former rivals¿ home turf, including counterintelligence challenges that have traditionally posed a danger to American government officials and/or businesspeople traveling to Russia. Part cultural history, part international relations thriller Iverson¿s account details successful criminal and terrorism investigations between the FBI and former Soviet authorities, and the nature of the FBI¿s fraught relationship with one of those agencies ¿ the FSB, Russiäs modern-day version of the Soviet KGB. Iverson closes with a focus on the worrying parallels between Russiäs return to autocracy and our current American political discourse. This book will appeal to readers interested in the history of US and Russian relations as well and the history of the FBI.

A fun and informative exploration of how the classic television series Bonanza differs from the reality of Virginia City, Nevada.In 1959, one hundred years after the big bonanza silver strike in Virginia City, the classic television series Bonanza made its debut and brought the small Nevada city to the forefront of households around the country. The richest city in the world at the time of the Comstock Lode, Virginia City today might well be a ghost town if not for the fame spurred by Bonanza. The show was so popular that it went on to air for thirteen years and even spawned a theme park. Historical accuracy was of great import to Bonanzäs creator, but as the series evolved, it took on a life of its own beyond the boundaries of real-life Virginia City. In Virginia City vs Bonanza: A Tale of Merging Histories, Monette Bebow-Reinhard explores select history from the show¿s legendary storylines and compares it to the real history of nineteenth-century Virginia City. Readers will learn why gambling is so prominent in Nevada, how Virginia City was not necessarily developed as a cattle town, and much more, ultimately understanding how and where Bonanza got its history right.Through her analysis of history versus fiction, Bebow-Reinhard emphasizes the impact television had on shaping how we remember the Old West. From the beginnings on Sun Mountain to the new technology created for Virginia City¿s mines to keep up with the demands of the labor force¿hungry for more wealth¿Virginia City vs Bonanza examines the politics, the environmental damage, and the social and cultural settings that made Virginia City unique. Readers will witness it all: silver¿s inevitable collapse, the advent of tourism, the natives, the diversity, the violence, and today, the fun. A must-read for fans of television and history alike.

The inspiring stories of Kenyan-born distance runners Shadrack Kipchirchir and Elvin Kibet and their determination to build meaningful lives as American citizens.Professional distance runners Shadrack Kipchirchir and Elvin Kibet grew up in rural Kenyan villages. Though their lives began in poverty, both were driven to reach their full potential, to gain an education and make a difference. And they would find their way to do just that through the high-pressure world of distance running.In All in Stride, Johanna Garton tells the gripping and inspiring stories of Shadrack and Elvin. Beginning with their upbringing in Kenya, Garton follows the runners through their journeys to the United States, running for Division 1 colleges, their fated reunion during a track meet and blossoming romance, and ultimately their service as U.S. soldiers and professional runners. More than just a running story, All in Stride takes readers behind the scenes to explore the difficulties Elvin and Shadrack faced, including adjusting to an entirely new culture in the U.S., bigotry and intolerance, the stresses and joys of global competitions like the Olympics, joining the U.S. Army¿s World Class Athlete Program, and discovering the ever-changing landscape of what it means to be an American.

This book provides a new, innovative way for students to navigate the college application landscape. It shows students how selecting a college can be a strategic tool to direct one¿s future, rather than a frenzied exercise in applying to what others have deemed the ¿best¿ universities for everyone regardless of their career goals.

Reclaiming life in adulthood IS possible after surviving childhood abuse. Botwin offers stories of the tremendous healing that comes from facing undigested memories and feelings. Learn how survivors turned their lives around after living through unimaginable, horrific experiences of abuse as children.

Improve relationships at home and work by remembering the lessons of childhood about conflict resolution, the excitement of discovery, the power of peaceful play and the magic of curiosity.

As investigative writers, Ivor and Sally Davis set out hoping to find their neighbor and friend, Fred Roehler, innocent or the double homicide he is arrested for¿instead they found a viper¿s nest of deceit and murder.

In search of new ways in which land can be known, an interdisciplinary group of scholars in this book demonstrates that not only is it important to learn about the plurality of meanings of land, but that knowing through land offers new ways of understanding social relations more broadly.

This collection of original essays by both artists and academics explores the significance of Wittgenstein¿s writings across a diverse field of performance practices, including poetics and choreography, theatre, and psychotherapy, as well as reflections on political thought and ChatGPT.