Daniel E Harmon
1) Turkey
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Discusses the geography, history, economy, government, religion, people, foreign relations, and communities of Turkey.
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Grappling and submission grappling moves are fundamental in many MMA forms, especially in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Generally, they are focused in the clinch and ground ranges with the goal of defeating an opposing fighter through use of submission holds. In this exciting book, contact sports fans learn about the discipline, physical health, and mental health aspects of MMA. The inspiring story of Eddie Chong and his influence on the recovery of a grandmaster...
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This informative book provides everything your readers will need to know about negotiating the deal, warranties and service contracts, and getting a loan when buying their first car. It offers helpful tips on fuel conservation, buying hybrids, and how to maintain the car. The final chapter discusses smart cars, cycles, scooters, and mopeds (non-car options).
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The "bard of Avon," as he is remembered, earned popularity and fortune during his lifetime more than four hundred years ago. Today, William Shakespeare is more famous than ever. He wrote or cowrote thirty-eight stage comedies, tragedies, and historical dramas. He also penned many romantic poems. Some of the world's best-known literary quotations come from his writings. Young readers will discover why many historians consider him the greatest playwright...
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Readers interested in pursuing careers in the corrections system will find comprehensive information about the various jobs, responsibilities, and the skills necessary for performing them today, including those of corrections, parole, and probation officers, and bailiffs. The book also provides descriptions of the types of corrections facilities that exist on the local, state, and federal levels, their job requirements, and the future outlook of careers...
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Any first job is a thrill. It provides a sense of worth, not to mention the pay. A first job presents an opportunity to "get smart" with money, helping young workers to see exactly how money comes and goes. Good money management involves learning how to prepare a budget, how to spend wisely, how to save and invest for the future, how to satisfy the laws, and how to help improve society. This compelling book gives readers a solid foundation in first...
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In many parts of the world, people can not only smell the air around them, but also see it and even feel it. Air is so thick with pollutants in certain areas that astronauts in space have seen and photographed it without magnification. Smoke does not simply disappear; it lingers in the atmosphere until natural processes eliminate it. One method of natural process is that trees and other plants are structured so that they absorb pollutants. The bad...
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Amelia Earhart was queen of the skies at a time when airplanes dazzled the imagination. She was adventurous and daring. Earhart became the first woman pilot to cross the Atlantic Ocean, and she did it solo. She flew across the United States and returned, alone. She soloed halfway across the Pacific. She set many flying records but none of that satisfied Earhart. In May 1937, she and her navigator took off from California on her final, epic flight....
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Johannes Kepler was just twenty-three years old when he became a teacher of mathematics and astronomy at the university in Graz, Austria, in 1594. For the next thirty-five years, his intensive research based on the theories of Nicolaus Copernicus resulted in astonishing new ideas on the physics of the solar system. Most important was his realization that the planets move in elliptical orbits. Kepler's laws greatly influenced the later findings of...
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When they first begin to jam and develop a unique style and sound, few young garage band players are thinking of music as a business. Little do they realize what will be involved if they pursue professional music careers. This insightful volume provides readers with valuable information about managing a band: what to look for in a band manager or management team, getting gigs, controlling a band's sound, and much more. Readers will learn through clear,...
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The spread of harmful chemicals and biological organisms can injure and kill thousands of people and make an infected area unlivable for some time to come. In the age of modern terrorism, many people fear militant organizations will unleash chemical and biological weapons in public places. This book provides readers with an overview of what these weapons are, who uses them and why, and explains how much of a threat they are to our way of life. Over...
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Alcohol is the most commonly used and abused drug among teens in the U.S. Young people who binge drink are more likely to experience academic and social problems, physical illnesses, risky sexual activity, car crashes, and accidental injuries. Alcohol poisoning, which can cause unconsciousness or even death, brings many underage drinkers to the emergency room each year. This book explains the health problem clearly and arms teens to make smart choices...
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The new ways governments, law enforcement agencies, and businesses can keep tabs on people is jaw dropping. This book examines the many new methods of data collection, the rationale behind developing them, the pros and cons of developing these new technologies, and the difficulties of restricting the use of these technologies before laws can be passed to protect citizens from abuses. This technology is getting more sophisticated as well as more common,...
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Ibn Battuta, a fourteenth-century Moroccan adventurer and religious scholar, was one of the most ambitious travelers of the Silk Road. Scholars estimate his lifelong journeys covered no fewer than 75,000 miles. Because of his knowledge of Muslim history and laws, he was greatly respected by the Muslim rulers he visited. His geographical records helped fill in the pieces of a mysterious world, a world in which people of different regions knew little...
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From Native American traditions to flights in outer space, the states of the Lower Atlantic region have made important contributions to the nation. This region is renowned for its mild climate and alluring beaches. It also is famous for its agricultural products, especially citrus fruits. In modern times, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina have attracted an astonishing assortment of new industries, as well as millions of tourists from all over the...
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Since Al Gore's departure from public office in 2001, the former vice president of the United States, senator, and congressman has devoted much of his time to warning the world of alarming climate changes. The message is highly disturbing, but Gore delivers it in his patient southern drawl, assuring audiences that the problem is not beyond solution. His award-winning efforts have helped focus growing attention on global warming. In the process, they...
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Most young drivers have one goal in mind when they think of getting their own vehicle: freedom. Car ownership is one of life's joys as well as one of its major financial investments. This candid volume offers readers a step-by-step approach for how to choose the best car to suit their needs and how best to plan, research, and budget for the purchase. In today's economically challenging times, students require an opportunity to learn about money management...
19) Leukemia
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Leukemia is a term that comes from the Greek words for white and blood. It is a group of cancers that usually start in the white blood cells, developing in bone marrow, the blood stream, and the lymphatic system. There are many different kinds; subtypes are named for the white blood cells from which they develop, and are generally divided into lymphoid and myeloid categories. Readers examine the possible causes and types of leukemia, as well as symptoms,...
20) Minnesota
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Readers explore Minnesota's rich history, including the lifestyles of the Dakota and other native peoples, the nineteenth-century influx of Scandinavian immigrants, and the emergence of the state's major cities today. Readers learn about the opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway in 1959 and the colorful history of the Mississippi. The organization of the state's government and the agricultural and economic products of the state are engagingly presented....