Based on five organizational case studies, this book argues that community colleges face an identity crisis and must find ways of balancing the three traditional roles typically assumed by them: transfer, vocational, and community education.To emphasize one at the expense of another is to fail to meet the diverse needs of students who look to the community college as a source of opportunity and social mobility. In addition, community colleges must create an organizational context in...

Virgil's "The Georgics" is a masterful poem that intricately weaves the themes of agriculture, rural life, and nature's cycles into a rich tapestry of poetic form and philosophical reflection. Comprising four books, the text employs a blend of didactic and elegiac styles, showcasing the poetic techniques of invocations, vivid imagery, and meticulous attention to the natural world. Set against the backdrop of the Roman agrarian society and influenced by the Hellenistic ideals of pastoral po...

Based on ten years of surveys and excavations in Nyiyaparli country in the eastern Chichester Ranges, north-west Australia, Crafting Country provides a unique synthesis of Holocene archaeology in the Pilbara region. The analysis of about 1000 sites, including surface artefact scatters and 19 excavated rock shelters, as well as thousands of isolated artefacts, takes a broad view of the landscape, examining the distribution of archaeological remains in time and space. Heritage compl...

Yale Classics (Vol. 2) is an exceptional compendium that traverses the vast expanse of Latin literature, encapsulating an array of styles and genres from eminent classical authors. The anthology presents a rich tapestry of thought and artistry, ranging from the incisive philosophical musings of Seneca to the majestic epic narratives of Virgil. Readers will discover a bevy of satires, elegies, and orations, alongside philosophical treatises and historical accounts'—each piece carefully sele...

Who Can I Turn to Now, tells the story of my life. I was a troubled child. I was raised by loving alcoholic parents. I was sent to Sunday School where I learned the books of the Bible, but I still always got into trouble.I was sent to live with my grandparents on a farm where I finished High School on the Deans Honor Roll of Scholastic Students. I joined the air force and started drinking. I soon became an alcoholic like my parents.I got married and had two children an this...

Yale Classics (Vol. 2) brings together a panorama of writings from some of the most pivotal figures in classical antiquity, presented in a wide range of literary forms—from philosophical treatises and poignant poetry to historical narratives and dramatic scripts. The anthology skillfully encapsulates the multi-faceted dimensions of ancient Roman and Greek thought, illustrating both the diversity and the interconnectedness of these civilizations. Noteworthy are the contributions from genres...

Anyone interested in research related to determining subjectivities, meaning people's opinions about a topic, will be interested in reading this text. Certainly, this text is a must-have for anyone interested in Q methodology or who has used Q methodology, Q Methodology (Q) is a complete methodology which involves technique (sorting), method (factor analysis), philosophy, ontology, and epistemology. Q reveals and describes divergent views in a group as well as consensus. Q was created by W...

This collection features five peer-reviewed literature reviews on mycotoxin control in agriculture.The first chapter reviews advances in post-harvest detection and control of fungal contaminants in cereals. It examines abiotic factors affecting spoilage, methods for early detection of contamination and the range control measures for preventing toxin growth.The second chapter focuses on post-harvest storage and handling practices of barley grain and how thes...

Grain legumes are characterised by their nutritional value, an ability to grow rapidly and improve soil health. This makes them a key rotation crop in promoting food security. However, yields are constrained by factors such as pests and diseases as well as vulnerability to poor soils, drought and other effects of climate change.This collection reviews the wealth of research addressing these challenges. Volume 2 assesses key research on particular types of grain legume with chapters...

The anthology, *The Greatest Works of Roman Classical Literature*, encapsulates the grandeur and diversity that define Roman literary achievement. This collection spans a remarkable range of genres and styles, illustrating the complexity and nuance of Roman thought and expression over centuries. From the epic grandeur of Virgil to the philosophical insights of Seneca, and the satirical edge of Juvenal, these texts vividly illuminate the multifaceted nature of Roman cultural and intellectua...

My father was a serial killer—or so I thought.My dad, Dennis Kempmen, had his quirks but was respected in our small town. That was until children began disappearing and he became the main suspect.I started to believe what others were saying: My father was a killer.Then it happens again. A little girl disappears in a similar way the others were taken.Everything I thought I knew is revealed to be a lie.But as I unravel...

This collection is based on the required reading list of Yale Department of Classics. Originally designed for students, this anthology is meant for everyone eager to know more about the history and literature of this period, interested in poetry, philosophy and rhetoric of Ancient Rome. Latin literature is a natural successor of Ancient Greek literature. The beginning of Classic Roman literature dates to 240 BC. From that point on, Latin literature would flourish for the next six centuries...