Cervantine Futures places the writings of Miguel de Cervantes into conversation with some of the most pressing issues in cultural studies, critical theory, and sociopolitical discourse of the last decade. Assembling a diverse range of prominent and emerging scholars in the field, this volume stakes a claim for Hispanism’s place in the growing scholarly movement to vindicate pre- and early modernity for its incisive and often singular perspective on race, gender, ability, the body,...

'Elite athletes aren't born. They're made.'Michael JohnsonFrom a living icon of the Olympic Games – as both an athlete and now as a BBC broadcaster – Gold Rush is a compelling analysis of the fascinating combination of psychological and personal qualities, as well as internal and external factors, that go to create an Olympic champion.This exciting new book is based on Michael Johnson's own experiences as an iconic four-time Olympic champion, and on the knowledge he h...

Discover the fundamentals of cannabis cultivation with a practical beginner’s guide designed to help readers understand the plant, its growth cycle, and the principles behind responsible home gardening.**The Home Cannabis Cultivation Handbook** introduces the essential concepts of growing cannabis in both indoor and outdoor environments. From understanding the plant’s basic needs to planning a suitable growing space, readers are guided through the major stages of cultivation in cle...

Aaron Chiang has learned the truth of his heritage - he's the last of the dragons, which have been hunted to extinction by a secret society of wizards called the Magi. Only Aaron's mother stands between him and the Dragon Hunters...but she might very well be far more than she appears. Featuring a variant cover by Brandon Peterson (X-Men: Divided We Stand)!

Manage Power BI within organizations. This book helps you systematize administration as Microsoft shifts Power BI from a self-service tool to an enterprise tool. You will learn best practices for many Power BI administrator tasks. And you will know how to manage artifacts such as reports, users, work spaces, apps, and gateways. The book also provides experience-based guidance on governance, licensing, and managing capacities.Good management includes policies and procedures that can...

The fantastic tale by Ron Marz and Lee Moder continues! Aaron Chiang has learned the truth " the blood of dragons flows through his veins, and he is the last of his kind! But now, evil wizards known as the Magi " who would see dragonkind erased from the Earth forever " have sent a merciless Dragon Hunter after Aaron, forcing the boy to leave behind everything he knows and flee into the unknown. Featuring spectacular covers by Jeff Johnson (Amazing Spider-Man, Way of the Rat) and Michael Avon ...

Imprisoned in a dungeon high up in the Himalaya Mountains, Aaron Chiang comes face to face with the father he always believed was dead - the Dragon King. Can father and son manage to escape from their imprisonment - or will one have to sacrifice his own life to save that of the other? The modern fantasy by Ron Marz and Lee Moder roars to its pulse-pounding climax! Featuring a special variant cover by Ryan Sook (Countdown)!

When Jerome finds himself completely broke with nobody to rely on, he has to do something fast. He has 15 dollars to his name, and nobody will hire him – that is, except for Monte Escorts, an exclusive escorting company that caters to upscale clientele. Jerome was raised in a conservative family and it goes against all his morals, but the money is almost too good to be true: $2,000 per session.Summoning up all his courage, he decides to not only sign up but to sign up to service gr...

"Mastering Java: Building Robust Applications: A Comprehensive Guide to Java Programming." With this book, learning Java can be achieved through step-by-step mastery of the language's fundamentals and ways of creating robust, highly scalable applications. It starts with the discussion of the basics of object-oriented programming, Java syntax, and the basic libraries in Java. Then it moves to more advanced topics, such as file I/O, exception handling, data structures, and multithreading. It...

In a world that often equates success with long hours, high stress, and personal sacrifice, it can seem impossible to achieve your dreams without paying a high price. "Success Without Sacrifice - How to Achieve Your Goals and Keep Your Peace of Mind" challenges this notion, offering a roadmap for reaching your fullest potential while maintaining balance, well-being, and inner peace. This book provides practical strategies and inspiring insights to help you build a life where ambition and t...

This book champions phenomenology’s place in networked learning theory, research, and practice. The book illuminates and showcases something of the powerful richness, depth, and novel insights offered by phenomenological perspectives on human experience to invoke a fundamental rethinking of experience in networked learning. It also signals the broader learning technology community to acknowledge and engage with these perspectives.The editors and authors have collaborated to bring a...

The 2013 winner of the International Book Awards Children's Picture Book: Non-Fiction!This children's book is the story of Makeda, the young princess of Ethiopia. While leading one of the world's most powerful countries, Makeda realizes that in order to be a great ruler knowledge is essential. Join Makeda as she travels to Jerusalem to learn from King Solomon, considered the wisest man in the world, and discovers a new world - and herself. Inspired by the stories in the Kebra ...