This is a book about the world's greatest actresses who are no longer with us. Each actress profiled received the Academy Award for Best Actress (an Oscar) at least once. I wrote this book so that anyone who reads it will understand what it takes to be the best. Many people have wishes and desires but only a few do what it takes to fulfill their wishes and desires. This book describes the cost of greatness to each of the actresses profiled as well as the cost to their family, friends and c...

Return of the Native Son is the story of Tony Jones, son of Antonio Jones, a Union Army officer who oversaw the Freedmen’s Bureau in Beaufort, S.C., after the Civil War. Though his father is of mixed race and passes for white, Tony appears to be black. This makes little difference on St. Helena Island, which is predominately black, but creates problems when he goes off to Harvard. Eventually, he drops out of that august institution and tries his luck as an artist in Paris.The story ...

Create modern, secure websites easily and quickly with Django 6 through realistic case studies updated for the latest async features and modern Python supportKey FeaturesGet to grips with Django 6 functionality, the MVT paradigm, and its new async-powered featuresBuild and extend a book-review site using updated templates, forms, async features, and ORM toolsExplore REST APIs, async views, third-party integrations, testing, and modern deploymen...

BBC Radio dramatisations and readings of Browning’s most famous poems, performed by stars including Anton Lesser, Roger Allam and David Tennant, plus two bonus playsVictorian poet Robert Browning was renowned for his evocative dramatic monologues peopled with vivid, morally ambiguous characters. In 1846, he eloped with fellow poet Elizabeth Barrett, and they rapidly became Britain’s most famous literary power couple. This collection brings together four of Browning...

How confident do you feel in your personal tutoring role? In the face of ever-increasing and demanding learner issues, do you feel equipped to provide the essential support to meet their needs? This timely book provides you with essential help in an area which has often been given little attention in comparison with curriculum delivery by:contextualising the support side of a teacher’s role within further education;looking beyond conventional notions of personal tut...

Professional learning and development for higher education personal tutors and academic advisors.With contributions from 50 practitioners from across the sector, this text examines the key themes, theories and concepts relevant to personal tutors and academic advisors and translates these into real-world practice. Case study narratives from a range of settings demonstrate how student learning and outcomes can be improved, and related critical thinking activities en...

This is a comprehensive guide for higher education professionals engaged in student support, advising or personal tutoring roles. It covers a range of key topics relating to tutoring in the HE landscape including definitions, pedagogy, coaching, core values and skills, boundaries, monitoring students, undertaking group and individual tutorials and the need to measure impact.A scholarly and practical text, it brings together relevant academic literature to inform personal tutoring p...

The Russian Revolution: The Fall of the Romanovs and the Rise of Soviet Power is a structured, accessible account of one of the most consequential political transformations of the twentieth century. Part of the History for Curious Minds series, this volume examines how a centuries-old autocratic empire collapsed under compounded pressures and gave way to a radically new political order.Rather than presenting an exhaustive chronology or a biographical study...

"I've never met more groovy, inspiring and connected accountants in my life. Watch out for Inspire." - Phillip De BellaAre there questions about your tax that are confusing or go unresolved?Have you got plans to grow your business and want to make sure you've got the right tax and asset protection strategy in place?Written by Ben Walker, It's All Sorted will show you the 9 steps on how to master your tax and achieve peace of mind. In the pages of this book, you will...

Are there questions about your tax that are confusing or go unresolved?Have you got plans to grow your business and want to make sure you've got the right tax and asset protection strategy in place?Written by Ben Walker, It's All Sorted will show you the 9 steps on how to master your tax and achieve peace of mind. In the pages of this book, you will learn:How to get your tax rhythms in sync by working with a proactive accountantStructures and the str...

The French RevolutionA Chronicle of Liberty, Terror, and Renewal(History for Curious Minds)The French Revolution was not a single uprising. It was not simply a storming of the Bastille, nor only the Reign of Terror. It was a profound unraveling of an old world-and the uncertain birth of a new one.In a single decade, France saw monarchy collapse, institutions fracture, ideals soar, and violence erupt. Liberty was proclaimed. Terror foll...

Ever been stuck with the practical steps for how to grow your family's wealth?Ever struggled to find good wealth creation resources for you as a business owner?Written by Ben Walker, Wealth for Life will show you the 9 steps business owners should follow to create wealth for their family and life.In the pages of this book, you will:Receive guidance on clarifying your personal and family visionLearn in-depth knowledge around w...