This book brings black history to the fore of the War of 1812, and gives voice those enslaved people who - amidst great power competition between a slave- holding Republic and a slave-holding Empire – demonstrated exceptional bravery and initiative to gain precious freedom for themselves and their descendants.
This book describes the institutional context that has thwarted the emergence of either a capable developmental or a neoliberal alternative in Brazil since the return to democracy in 1985. The work is a key source for scholars and students of comparative political economy, political science, economics, sociology, and development studies.
A practical guide for school leaders and managers seeking concrete strategies for professional improvement Leading a learning community is a challenging endeavor that rewards those who build social-emotional and adaptive leadership competencies. In The Noble School Leader, veteran school leader and leadership coach Matthew Taylor delivers an inspiring and enlightening exploration of the mindsets that support leaders to thrive, as well as those that just get in the way. It is a field guide to creating learning conditions that make transformative growth happen in schools. In this book, readers will: Uncover the most common internal obstacles that hold all school leaders back, from teacher leaders to superintendents Apply the core domains of emotional intelligence and create personal growth plans using the invaluable 5 Square tool Surface core values and drivers that shift mindsets and behaviors Set goals and plans for challenging leadership moments Written for school leaders and managers seeking concrete techniques for building social-emotional and adaptive leadership competencies, The Noble School Leader is also an indispensable resource for any K-12 teacher, administrator, or professor with an interest in education and emotional intelligence.
The Poker Mindset has transformed the games of countless players, becoming one of the most popular poker books ever, now available in eight languages. Are you ready to change your perspective on poker? What sets top players apart from amateurs? It’s not mystical skills or extensive experience, but a series of established approaches and behaviors that allow experts to consistently perform at their best, regardless of short-term outcomes. In this groundbreaking work, Taylor and Hilger reveal the seven core attitudes and concepts essential for cultivating the optimal emotional, psychological, and behavioral framework for superior poker play. The book delves into crucial topics often overlooked by others: - Tilt: Understand its nature, triggers, and how to avoid it. - Bankroll: A thorough examination of bankroll management, focusing on psychological and emotional aspects. - Opponents: Learn to assess your competitors’ mental processes to outthink and outplay them. - Downswings: Gain insights on handling inevitable low points in your game. - Bad Beats: Develop strategies to cope with the trauma of significant losses. Poker is enjoyable, but it's even better when you win. This book may be the most valuable resource you encounter. By embracing its principles, you can overcome the hidden barriers to your success at the table. Adopting the Poker Mindset will empower you to take control of your game and emerge victorious.
How often does each starting hand win against a specific or random hand? What are the odds of an opponent holding a pocket pair when he raises? What is the probability of an over-card flopping when you hold JJ? How can you determine if drawing is profitable? This book answers these questions and more, emphasizing that every decision at the poker table relates to odds and probabilities. Whether betting, calling, folding, raising, or bluffing, understanding these concepts is crucial for effective decision-making. The focus is on applying odds to enhance your game rather than just calculating them. Hilger demonstrates that you don’t need advanced math skills to succeed in poker; simple strategies can elevate your play to match top competitors. Topics covered include raising draws for value, backdoor draws, all-in decisions pre-flop, hand protection, and the influence of stack sizes. Additionally, it features the most comprehensive collection of Texas Hold'em charts and statistics available. While poker is enjoyable, winning makes it even better. Expert players grasp the essential math behind their choices—now you can too. Matthew Hilger, also the author of the best-selling Internet poker book, offers insights that can transform your game.
This is the first book on the history and music of Magnum. It covers each of the band's twenty-two studio albums, as well as live recordings, compilations and the late 1990s Hard Rain project.
As Internet poker exploded, thousands of players turned to Internet Texas Hold'em to help them become winning players. Today, Internet Texas Hold'em is now the most successfull book ever on Internet poker. Internet Texas Hold'em is an excellent tool for beginning to intermediate players to be successful at limit Texas Hold'em with specific topics focused on Internet play. The book's reputation has superceded its title as many players now recommend it for live play also. A comprehensive overview of Texas Hold'em is presented including general poker concepts such as probability and odds, bluffing, raising and check-raising. Various deceptive tactics are also discussed such as free cards, slowplaying, and inducing bluffs and calls. You'll learn the correct strategies for starting hand play as well as playing on the flop, turn, and river. You'll learn the intricacies of playing on the Internet and the differences in strategies between Internet and live play. Finally, you'll be able to practice all of these strategies on over 200 actual Internet hands. Poker is a fun game, but it is even more fun when you win. This is a book for players who want to improve their game to win more money. If you only play a few hours a week or strive to take your game to an advanced level, this book should serve as a reference for many years to come.
