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| Author | : Edward Morris |
| Publisher | : Columbia University Press |
| Total Pages | : 516 |
| Release | : 2015-10-13 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 0231540507 |
“[A] retelling of the careers and the personalities . . . who formed today’s world of high finance.” —St. Louis Post-Dispatch The 2008 financial collapse, the expansion of corporate and private wealth, the influence of money in politics—many of Wall Street’s contemporary trends can be traced back to the work of fourteen critical figures who wrote, and occasionally broke, the rules of American finance. Edward Morris plots in absorbing detail Wall Street’s transformation from a clubby enclave of financiers to a symbol of vast economic power. His book begins with J. Pierpont Morgan, who ruled the American banking system at the turn of the twentieth century, and ends with Sandy Weill, whose collapsing Citigroup required the largest taxpayer bailout in history. In between, Wall Streeters relates the triumphs and missteps of twelve other financial visionaries. From Charles Merrill, who founded Merrill Lynch and introduced the small investor to the American stock market; to Michael Milken, the so-called junk bond king; to Jack Bogle, whose index funds redefined the mutual fund business; to Myron Scholes, who laid the groundwork for derivative securities; and to Benjamin Graham, who wrote the book on securities analysis. Anyone interested in the modern institution of American finance will devour this history of some of its most important players.
| Author | : Robert W. Streeter |
| Publisher | : Frank Amato Publications |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2000 |
| Genre | : Fly fishing |
| ISBN | : 9781571881571 |
Mention New York and most people think: concrete, sirens, and yellow cabs. This is true of a small area, however the Empire State also includes big woods, wonderful rivers, crystal-clear lakes, and great fishing. In this book Rob shares: the state's moving and still waters; species you'll encounter; access; fly plates, histories of the famed waters of American fly-fishing pioneers Theodore Gordon and Lee Wulff; general regulations; effective presentations; extensive list of resources; and more. New York State fishing has a fascinating history, spectacular surroundings, and varied fisheries, if you are fortunate enough to live or visit there, let this book be your guide.
| Author | : Lyn C. Macgregor |
| Publisher | : Cornell University Press |
| Total Pages | : 283 |
| Release | : 2013-09-15 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 0801458978 |
Although most Americans no longer live in small towns, images of small-town life, and particularly of the mutual support and neighborliness to be found in such places, remain powerful in our culture. In Habits of the Heartland, Lyn C. Macgregor investigates how the residents of Viroqua, Wisconsin, population 4,355, create a small-town community together. Macgregor lived in Viroqua for nearly two years. During that time she gathered data in public places, attended meetings, volunteered for civic organizations, talked to residents in their workplaces and homes, and worked as a bartender at the local American Legion post. Viroqua has all the outward hallmarks of the idealized American town; the kind of place where local merchants still occupy the shops on Main Street and everyone knows everyone else. On closer examination, one finds that the town contains three largely separate social groups: Alternatives, Main Streeters, and Regulars. These categories are not based on race or ethnic origins. Rather, social distinctions in Viroqua are based ultimately on residents' ideas about what a community is and why it matters. These ideas both reflect and shape their choices as consumers, whether at the grocery store, as parents of school-age children, or in the voting booth. Living with-and listening to-the town's residents taught Macgregor that while traditional ideas about "community," especially as it was connected with living in a small town, still provided an important organizing logic for peoples' lives, there were a variety of ways to understand and create community.
| Author | : Rick Mercer |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 164 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780385257176 |
The more than one million Canadians who watch "This Hour Has 22 Minutes" will recognize Rick Mercer's "streeters"--the caustically funny rants that have become one of the best-loved segments of the show. Often called Parliament's "Unofficial Opposition," Rick Mercer writes all his rants and is also one of the primary writers for the show. Photos and an eye-catching design set off Mercer's memorable exposes of the pretensions of politicians and the foibles of our society. RICK MERCER RANTS ABOUT QUEBEC "If Quebec separates it's only gonna get worse... The first thing they're gonna do once they leave is come over. They'll be like the next door neighbour with an Amway catalogue. How are you? I'm fine. No hard feelings, let's start a carpool, can I stay in the guest room, use your currency, go halves on the army, by the way I'm a king now." RICK MERCER RANTS ABOUT JEAN CHRETIEN "I wish people would just get off Jean Chretien's back. The man goes to China, he makes a few deals, makes us a pile of cash and what happens? Everyone is all up in arms just because of a few minor human rights violations. Look, Chretien has no choice. My next door neighbour and I, we go halves on firewood, I save money. It's a great deal for me. But there's some soft liberals out there would prefer if I didn't even talk to the man. Okay so he ran over a couple of kids in his car because they were making a racket out on the cul-de-sac. And yes he's got a bunch of youngsters chained to the furnace because they talked back. But hey, it's not like I haven't made my feelings known to the man. I've done my part. One time I said "That's bad." He changed the topic, we went on with our business, had abeer, whatever. My conscience is clear and like Jean Chretien, I cannot afford to jeopardize this very special mutually profitable relationship with my neighbour just because of a few people chained up in his basement. And don't give me any grief here. Hey, I'm only following my Prime Minister's lead."
| Author | : Robert K. Yin |
| Publisher | : SAGE |
| Total Pages | : 297 |
| Release | : 2004-04-07 |
| Genre | : Psychology |
| ISBN | : 0761929266 |
Rather than descriptions of cases or short three paragraph samples, The Case Study Anthology provides readers with full cases drawn from a variety of disciplines that illustrate different case study techniques (descriptive, explanatory, cross-case, and methodological). Throughout the text, Robert K Yin provides thoughtful insights and guidelines on the cases and the different approaches to doing case study research.
| Author | : W. Lawrence Hogue |
| Publisher | : State University of New York Press |
| Total Pages | : 306 |
| Release | : 2012-02-01 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 0791487008 |
In this wide-ranging analysis, W. Lawrence Hogue argues that African American life and history is more diverse than even African American critics generally acknowledge. Focusing on literary representations of African American males in particular, Hogue examines works by James Weldon Johnson, William Melvin Kelley, Charles Wright, Nathan Heard, Clarence Major, James Earl Hardy, and Don Belton to see how they portray middle-class, Christian, subaltern, voodoo, urban, jazz/blues, postmodern, and gay African American cultures. Hogue shows that this polycentric perspective can move beyond a "racial uplift" approach to African American literature and history and help paint a clearer picture of the rich diversity of African American life and culture.
| Author | : James M. Salem |
| Publisher | : University of Illinois Press |
| Total Pages | : 324 |
| Release | : 2001 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 9780252069697 |
If Elvis Presley was a white man who sang in a predominantly black style, Johnny Ace was a black man who sang in a predominantly white one. This title presents a treatment of this influential performer taking the reader to Beale Street in Memphis and to Houston's Fourth Ward, both vibrant black communities where the music never stopped.
| Author | : Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings |
| Publisher | : Good Press |
| Total Pages | : 281 |
| Release | : 2021-08-30 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : |
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings's novel, 'South Moon Under,' is a captivating exploration of rural Florida, capturing the essence of the region's natural beauty and the struggles faced by its inhabitants. Written in a lyrical and evocative style, Rawlings paints a vivid picture of the landscape and the lives of those who call it home. The novel is set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, adding depth and relevance to the characters' experiences of poverty and hardship. Rawlings's attention to detail and rich descriptions make 'South Moon Under' a compelling read that immerses the reader in the setting and the lives of the characters. It is a timeless piece of American literature that offers both entertainment and insight into a bygone era. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings's own experiences living in rural Florida inspired her to write 'South Moon Under,' drawing from her observations of the people and the land around her. Her deep connection to the region shines through in the novel, adding authenticity and emotional depth to the story. Rawlings's keen eye for detail and her ability to capture the nuances of rural life make 'South Moon Under' a stand-out work in her oeuvre, showcasing her talent as a writer. I highly recommend 'South Moon Under' to readers interested in American literature, historical fiction, and richly detailed storytelling. It is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that brings a forgotten time and place to life.
| Author | : Michelle Black |
| Publisher | : Macmillan |
| Total Pages | : 292 |
| Release | : 2003-09-15 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 9780765343871 |
In 1878 Kansas, Eden Murdoch's long-lost son has been found alive. But when Eden's long-estranged first husband reappears and launches a vicious custody battle for the boy, he's soon shot to death. Now, Eden must find the killer.
| Author | : Colin Channer |
| Publisher | : Akashic Books |
| Total Pages | : 294 |
| Release | : 2006-06-01 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1617750921 |
Jamaica’s literary lion Colin Channer presents new fiction from the freshest young Jamaican authors and the Calabash International Literary Festival’s Extended Family. Reggae’s rebel spirit blazes in this hot selection of short fiction from Jamaica’s Calabash Writer’s Workshop. Set in the Caribbean and the USA, the stories sweep across a range of moods and genres to create a narrative LP of fascinating voices. From the old lady who gives a “how to” speech on beating children, to the schizophrenic singer who thinks he’s Bob Marley, to the hotel maid who gets a sexual offer that she can’t refuse, the diverse mix of characters are linked by the fundamental principle that all clichéd conventions must be shouted off the page. In the proudly odd tradition of Jamaican music, the selections seek to entertain while asking daring questions that provoke new ideas into being. New writing from: Colin Channer, Marlon James, Elizabeth Nunez, Kwame Dawes, Kaylie Jones, Geoffrey Philp, Rudolph Wallace, Konrad Kirlew, Alwin Bully, A-dziko Simba, and Sharon Leach.
