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Review of the use of 'Theory of Change' in international development. Review Report.
'Theory of change' is an outcomes-based approach which applies critical thinking to the design, implementation and evaluation of initiatives and programmes intended to support change in their contexts.
It is being increasingly used in international development by a wide range of governmental, bilateral and multi-lateral development agencies, civil society organisations, international non-governmental organisations and research programmes intended to support development outcomes.
DFID commissioned this review of how theory of change is being used in order to learn from this growing area of practice. DFID has been working formally with theory of change in in its programming since 2010. The purpose was to identify areas of consensus, debate and innovation in order to inform a more consistent approach within DFID.
The review report is structured around nine topics that were identified through scoping interviews with key DFID staff and partners. The review focused on the practical aspects of working with theory of change in programmes.
To assist the reader, for each topic, key points are highlighted at the start of each section, the findings illustrated with examples. Practical suggestions are highlighted. Box Examples are also provided to illustrate people's experience, from donors to implementing agencies and projects. The appendices contain more examples of documented theories of change and also guidelines and tools to support people working with theory of change.
The report sections are:
Section 1: Executive summary
Section 2: Who is using theory of change in international development?
Section 3: What is 'theory of change thinking' in practice?
Section 4: Why are the 'assumptions' so important in theory of change?
Section 5: What makes a good quality theory of change process and product?
Section 6: Representing theories of change
Section 7: Using evidence to support a theory of change process?
Section 8: Using theory of change thinking to support evaluation, impact assessment and learning
Section 9: Using theory of change to address complex aspects of programmes and emergent strategy
Section 10: Embedding on-going theory of change thinking and learning
Section 11: Conclusions
Vogel, I. Review of the use of 'Theory of Change' in international development. Review Report. DFID, London, UK (2012) 83 pp.


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ABACUS Media beat Manchester Titans 8-0 in round two of the Manchester Amateur Cup at the weekend.
Abacus, last season's beaten semi-finalists, cruised into the last 16 with a superb display to crush the Manchester League outfit. On the scoresheet was Nick Bracken (2), Sam Brown (2), Anthony Campbell (2), Tom Keogh and veteran defender Nick Harrison.
MIDDLETON Lads, who play in the Reddish and District League, are looking for new players for their under 11s team. If you are interested, contact Steve on 0161 653 1175 or Scott on 07789 395849 for details.
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NORTHSIDE under nines had a very tough battle against a strong Chaddy Park. Northside went 1-0 behind in the first half, but fought back well to win 2-1, Tolsin Kehinde scoring both goals.
A Ben Casey hat-trick and a goal from Calum Duffy gave Northside a 4-0 win over Phoenix Athletic.
BRIDGE Colts under eights A team got back to winning ways with a 3-2 victory over Middleton under eights.
Middleton adapted well to the tricky conditions and took the lead after five minutes. Bridge levelled when Harry Royds struck after 10 minutes, only to fall behind again before half time.
Bailey Smyth got Colts back on level terms and both teams went all out for the winner. Royds hit the crossbar, causing a mix-up in Middleton's defence, and Smyth got the final touch to give Bridge Colts the win. Jack Kershaw took player-of-the-match award.
MANCHESTER Youth under 13s played their ninth league game this season against AFC Stanley in the Tameside Sunday league on Broadhurst playing fields. James shone, netting his fifth hat-trick in as many games to bring his total for the season so far to 23. Other scorers in the 10-0 win were Michael Taylor (2), Connor Hall (2), Jake Eadsforth and James Buckley. A great start to the season for Manchester having played nine and won nine and scored 74 goals to date they are worthy league leaders with some excellent football from the whole team.
MIDDLETON Juniors under 15s thrashed Springhead 9-1 in the second round of the League Cup.
Springhead had given Juniors a good test in their last encounter, when Middleton were held to a 3-2 win. Something had changed because the visitors were comprehensively beaten and were able to offer only limited resistance as Juniors slipped easily into exhibition mode.
Middleton gave a fine display of accurate passing and solid defending, it looked easy but that does not do justice to the quality of the Juniors team.
Dale Wright again stood in as keeper and dealt well with what came his way and upfront Aaron Whitehouse was the referee's player of the match with three robust goals.
Highlight of the second half was a penalty superbly driven into the top corner of the net by full back Lee McLoughlin to give him his first goal for the club.
Scorers were Whitehouse (3), McLoughlin, Ryder, Ojwdwrie, Murray and Orford (2).

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From The Guardian:
"We asked Game, one of the largest console retailers in the UK. "That's not information we're able to give out. It's commercially sensitive," it said. As for Microsoft, in the early days after the console's 2005 launch it claimed that failure rates were no higher than an industry average of between 3% and 5%. That now seems wildly optimistic.
Last month, its vice-president of entertainment, Peter Moore, refused to answer the question, telling the Mercury News: "I can't comment on failure rates." According to Moore...
i wont discount peoples issues, but in my are of upstate NY neither I or any of my friends have had issues.
Could it be possible that certain factories are responsible if thats possible?
I don't know, but i'm sure its a fair question to ask.
im on my third, thats what walmart is for, just buy another one, swap your hard drive and return the crappy one. total down time about 30 min. its almost kinda nice in a way i keep getting newer and newer versions and i always swap my worst worn controller for the new one.
@made below, well you would think that, and like i said many consumers are plain dumb, but i have mine sitting on a glass shelf with no doors and room to breath and still im on my third, now my roommate he has his in a closed entertainment center along with a dvr box that gets pretty hot and he is still on his launch system, it is a little buggy the picture jitters now and then watching movies but otherwise his is working great. ehh, who knows. i just have worse luck than he does.
i wish i had more bubbles and could respond directly but certain fanboys dont like when i tell them truthful things.
Well i speculate at least 1 in 5 because i only have 1 friend who hasnt had a problem with his
Meh, Microsoft will never give out the real numbers for this.
It's like asking a women how many people they've slept with :
you may be curious but when you hear the results you wish you didn't ask


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Bahrain International Airshow: Al Qahtani Aviation Company Orders up to 26 Bombardier CSeries Aircraft
Bombardier Aerospace has announced that Dammam-based Al Qahtani Aviation Company has signed a firm purchase agreement for 16 CS300 aircraft with options for an additional 10 CS300 jetliners. The aircraft will be operated by Saudi Gulf Airlines, a newly launched national carrier from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Al Qahtani Aviation Company and Saudi Gulf Airlines are both owned by Abdel Hadi Abdullah Al-Qahtani & Sons Group of Companies (Tariq Al-Qahtani & Bros.).
Based on the list price of the aircraft, the firm order for the 16 CS300 aircraft is valued at approximately $1.21 billion US. Should all 10 options be exercised, the value of the contract would increase to $1.99 billion US.
"This is an exciting time for the aviation industry in the Arab states and neighbouring regions, particularly when you consider that more than 54 million passengers moved through Saudi Arabia's 27 airports last year alone," said Sheikh Tariq Al Qahtani, Chairman, SaudiGulf Airlines. "We are very excited about the CSeries aircraft's suitability for this market and the long-term success it will bring to the region.
"With its clean-sheet design, modern technologies and competitive costs, the CSeries aircraft will give us the opportunity to introduce a new, quality, premium airline and an economically sustainable business model in Saudi Arabia, serving the domestic market, the Gulf and Middle East. SaudiGulf's CSeries aircraft will offer wide and comfortable, leather seats, and in-flight entertainment in first-class, as well as economy-class seats," added Sheikh Tariq.
"We have long been noting that the CSeries aircraft is attracting progressive airlines that are keen on opening new markets and operations," said Mike Arcamone, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. "We are thrilled that SaudiGulf Airlines, based in the largest Arab economy – and one with an underserved air travel market – will base the core of its business plan on the CSeries aircraft.
"In addition to supporting SaudiGulf Airlines in the region, the CS300 aircraft will allow for growth into new markets such as the Indian subcontinent and parts of Europe, as the airline seeks to expand its network and give passengers the latest in cabin comfort," added Mr. Arcamone.
Including the order announced today, Bombardier has booked orders and commitments for 445 CSeries aircraft, which include firm orders for 198 CSeries airliners. Some 17 customers and lessees have joined the CSeries aircraft program.
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Jan. 2017
As the millennial apocalyptic scenario has lost its reality, humans have no more time to waste before facing the enormous impact 'we' left on the environment of this planet. Dutch atmospheric chemist Paul Crutzen has invented the term 'Anthropocene' to indicate the new geological epoch that follow the Holocene, a warm period continued for ten to twelve millennia. This term has strong influence on recent discourse of philosophy and art, as economical and political society seems to struggle to face the decline of human rationality. One of the leading thinker of this field Bruno Latour describes the Anthropocene: "a very disputed term that defines the time simultaneously as time in history, human history and the time in geology"[1]. In other words, the time in which the human history is clearly imprinted on the geological history. Many scholars are arguing on when Anthropocene has begun—some say it is around 1610, the reforestation of huge area of land caused by elimination of 50 million Native Americans through the Columbian exchange — some others say it is 1760s, a turn in the industrial evolution by the invention of steam engine — or 16 July 1945, the date that atomic markers are left on the earth triggered by the atomic bomb. The discussion has not yet seen any conclusion, as there clearly are various events that are equally catastrophic, leaving some scars on the earth. What is not disputed though is the problematics caused by Anthropocentrism: the idea that humans have autonomous ownership of resources on the earth, or more radically, the way humans place non-humans at binary opposition, as in nature/culture or subject/object. Anthropocentrism has been a subject of criticism by many of contemporary thinkers such as, Latour, Judith Butler, Gayatri Spivak and a group of philosophers called Speculative Realists. Speculative Realism is a relatively new philosophical movement started around 2007, which attempts to attack on Kantian Correlationism — Quantin Meillassoux's term for for the view "disqualifying the claim that it is possible to consider the realms of subjectivity and objectivity independently of one another"[2]. Speculative Realism is getting more recognition under the urgency of reviewing the consequences we have left on the earth, as the human and nonhuman border becomes blurted not only from philosophical, but also from scientific perspective as in the quantum theory, artificial intelligence, or croning technology.
Graham Harman is an important figure in the branch of Speculative Realism called Object Oriented Ontology (OOO, sometimes also called Object Oriented Philosophy) who often discusses objects in art, as a thread for the way out from Correlationism. He explains Correlationism as the idea "that we cannot think of humans without world, nor world without humans, but only of a primal correlation or rapport between the two"[3]. Within such context, relationship of the object and art becomes hugely important as both beings are fundamentally ungraspable and undefinable. Harman talks of object's 'withdrawal', the term for the fact that objects can never be in direct contact to each other. This is a characteristic claim of OOO, separating them from most other branches of Speculative Realism. For example, as fire burns cotton, fire is only in relation to certain qualities of cotton, such as flammability, shape and size, not its smell or colour. Objects are not reducible to its theoretical elements or its relation to others. There is always something hidden in object that can burst out to surprise others. For Harman (and other thinkers of OOO), this unknownness is what defines object, and under this view, humans, ideas, data, USB key, hay ball are all equally objects, existing as real and irreducible neither to its components or functions (Harman calls these reductions 'undermining' and 'overmining', respectively).
A Stockholm-based French choreographer Frederic Gies has created a work entitled Ribbon Dance. It is "a dance of the in-between (in-between bodies, objects and histories) and makes manifest the drives and forces that set off bodies or things in movement and the movement potential to self generate, like a motor activated by its own energy. Although it inevitably communicates something else, this dance doesn't seek to communicate anything but itself and the subterraneous currents that traverse it"[4]. As in the title Ribbon dance, a gymnastic ribbon plays an important role in this dance work. Later in this essay, I will give more detailed analysis on the content of this piece, but here I would like to put emphasis on the work's withdrawn quality mentioned in above quote, how the encounter of 'in-betweens' as such create an emerging object (piece) that has different withdrawn qualities apart from its components. This inter(in)dependency invite these seemingly different level objects on flat ontological field, hinting the possibility of coexistence, drawing a line of flight from the hegemony created through the lineage of time (history). Thinking this way resonates the question of non-linear causality as well. Dance being mainly body or human focused art form, the discourse of Anthropocentrism has a huge impact on the philosophy of dance. Objectivity of body has been an important topic for a long time, but since the rise of Speculative Realism, discource of objet and body in dance became more political than it has ever been. Now we have a background for discussion. In this short essay, I would like to discuss ontology of object in dance piece and how it creates propositions for the way out of Anthropocentrism, using the example of Frederic Gie's work Ribbon Dance.
Before the performance, the audiences are provided with a cup of Gin and Tonic. As taking a sip of it, the performance starts under a dim light with extremely hard techno music. Gies is on stage with a long gymnastic ribbon in his hand, walking in circular motion. Throughout the 3/4 of the piece, he simply practices his Ribbon dance with the reminiscent of his inspirations Trisha Brown's Watermotor, and Senegalese outdoor dance performance[5]. Brown's loose but snappy quality and Senegalese dance's rhythm created by stamping on the ground and quick shift of direction is certainly present in his embodiment. However, seeing together with the movement of ribbon, those separate qualities are melted together in the flux of Möbius strip like topology. As if all the movements are continuous until the moment the ribbon touches the ground. The time and space created by unity of the ribbon and body are definitely felt-time-space as opposed to measured-time-space. Sense of suspension and topological morphing are present both in time and space, causing sort of a slip in the audience's sensation. This also has a relation to the atmosphere Gies attempts to create. His artistic works are hugely influenced by underground club culture, long durational dance events which loss of time awareness takes huge part of the overall experience. In this quasi-club atmosphere, the vertigo created by the ribbon is what one experience from the subject point of view when dancing in such environment. It definitely invites audience in the experience rather than letting them just observe or even to be distant to think about it. Audience participate in the time-space of the performance, as their gaze choreographed by the ribbon, and Gies' movements are also choreographed by it. In relation to that, Ribbon dance is a solo dance performance in traditional sense, and this format has been used by modern dance artists in 20th century as a way to manifest subjectivity. What is interesting in Ribbon dance is exactly opposite: it is almost a manifestation of objectivity. Solo-body is not the only actor in the piece. As the title suggests, the piece's very protagonist is a ribbon, in fact it also is a choreographer. A Choreographic Object.
As Canadian philosopher and artist Erin Manning describes, Choreographic objects are "an affordance that provokes a singular taking-form: the conjunctive force for the activity of relation"[6]. "They extend beyond their objectness to become ecologies for complex environments that propose dynamic constellations of space, time and movement. These 'objects' are in fact propositions co-constituted by the environments they make possible, They urge participation"[7]. The ribbon in Ribbon dance has certain affordance, although it is not a tool in usual manner. Here the ribbon generates constellations of dynamic space time working as a proposition, and this proposition is made possible by the very environment which the ribbon takes part of. This self-generative mechanism is what we call Choreographic object, and it does not make sense in measured time. What we have to have in mind is rather an event time, durational time, or time of experience. Choreographic object initiates this topological time space because it brings the experience to the foreground, therefore allows pastness to resonate with the present. "Experience is drawn forth by a pastness of the present. This pastness of the present is specious: it feels like the present even though it is already passing"[8]. "It is the object from the past in the configuration of the present"[9]. The ribbon is a perfect visualisation of this pastness in the present. Long residual movement resonating from fingertip clearly leaves the trace in the space, followed by cancelation of the trace. The resonance does not materialise itself as object, but its ephemerality gains a little more stretch than usual, causing a sort of time-slip. For the experience time, perception of 'now' gains wider frame, containing a bit of memory already in the present. Bergsonian idea of memory becomes alive here, the activation of past in the present, creating a platform for durational time on the bodies (objects) intra-acting, the ecology of differences. "Choreographic objets are designed to provoke physical solutions that tend toward habit even as they divert us toward the contrast of the new. This new emerges relationally, activated by propositions embedded into the choreographic objects' potential deployment."[10]. " What the proposition calls for is not a newness as something never before invented, but a set of conditions that tweak experience in the making. Propositions are lures"[11]. As if responding to Manning, Steven Shaviro, an influential thinker related to Speculative Realism also says "the lure is what Whitehead calls a proposition"[12]. When saying this, both Manning and Shaviro are borrowing these terms from Alfred North Whitehead's notion of 'a lure for feeling'. For Shaviro, lure is what captures one's attention addressing one from beyond, and he argues that the event of lure includes two instances: 'Allure' and 'Metamorphosis'. These two aesthetic events are the key for understanding how object in art has important ontological proposition in the composition of the world.
Allure is the dazzlement, or the surprise by the object bursting forth its inaccessible side, forcing an encounter with the very being of the object outside of the correlation. Here, Heidegger's famous tool-analysis becomes a good example. When the hammer is being used, it functions just as an extension of user's body. The hammer is synonymous to its function. Their ontological being is reduced to single quality, and other qualities are forgotten until the moment the hammer breaks. When the hammer breaks, one is suddenly confronted with different qualities of the hammer besides its use. Though broken hammer can less likely to be attractive aesthetically for human interest, this is not what we are talking about here. Harman makes it clear that allure is not synonymous to 'sublime' which is about human perception, but it can be applied to the relationship between any object[13]. It is about the movement of background coming to foreground. In relation to this, I would argue that there is a perfect example of allure in Ribbon dance. As the ribbon draws perfect trace in the air, one tends to forget the materiality of the ribbon. It simply becomes a tool for visualising trajectory causing the time-slip I have mentioned before in this essay, and its other qualities are sent way in the back ground. However in few occasions during the performance, the ribbon gets entangled. When this happens, Gies draws away from the performance while remaining on stage, and simply undo the knot of the ribbon. One cannot help but to be reminded of the materiality of the ribbon and the piece itself at this moment. The piece also breaks in this sense, and it bursts out a quality that hints the ungraspable side of the piece.
These speculations lead us to interesting consequence. For the objects not being able to come in direct contact to each other, their connection is vicarious. Harman believes that what mediates two real withdrawn objects are the "sensual object"[15]. It is through their appearance, their sensual object, that real withdrawn objects make contact, and they do so in aesthetic level ,drawing each others attention by lure. In other words, "aesthetics becomes first philosophy"[16] of ontology. As discussed, the lure can be understood synonymous to proposition. Because this proposition is embedded in Choreographic object, it triggers the unfolding of this vicarious aesthetic contact between objects, urging their participation.
For a closure, I would like to remind that the importance of these ontological investigation has its roots in rejection of Anthropocentrism. As I mentioned earlier, dance can easily be considered as an anthropocentric art form. However, If approached from the point of view to include human body as object no different from other objects such as gymnastic ribbon, dance can bring out some important issues that destabilizes anthropocentrism. According to Object Oriented Ontology, it is not that aesthetics only concerns humans, but it deserves a major role in the vast area of ontology. Ribbon dance is a good example of object oriented choreographic work, where thinking is done aesthetically, not limited within the framework of language. Once again, Ribbon dance is "a dance of the in-between (in- between bodies, objects and histories) and makes manifest the drives and forces that set off bodies or things in movement and the movement potential to self generate, like a motor activated by its own energy. Although it inevitably communicates something else, this dance doesn't seek to communicate anything but itself and the subterraneous currents that traverse it"[17]. Ribbon dance is an aesthetic communication towards its very own ontology, a proposition of topological eco-system that suggests fabulous exit from anthropocentrism.
- Bruno Latour "What is the Time?" Parse Journal #4 (Nov. 2016): 16. http://parsejournal.com/issue/4/
- Quantin Meillasoux, After finitude (London: Continuum, 2008): 5.
- Graham Harman, The Prince of Networks(Mebourne: re.press, 2009): 122.
- Program note for Ribbon dance, provided for the performance in Copenhagen, 8 Oct.2016.
- From personal conversation
- Erin Manning "Propositions for the Verge – William Forsythe's Choreographic Objects" Inflexions No.2 "Nexus" (December 2008): 3. www.inflexions.org
- ibid.: 3.
- ibid.: 4.
- ibid.: 5.
- ibid.: 23.
- ibid.: 6.
- Steven Shaviro. "The Universe of Things." Theory & Event 14, no. 3 (2011): 8. www.shaviro.com
- Graham Harman, "Response to Shaviro" in The Speculative Turn: Continental Materialism and Realism, ed. Levi Bryant, Nick Srnicek and Graham Harman (Melbourne: re.press, 2011), 303.
- Shaviro, "The Universe of Things": 8.
- Graham Harman, "The Road to Objects" in Continent Issue. 1.3 (2011): 171-179 http://www.continentcontinent.cc
- Graham Harman, "Vicarious Causation" in COLLAPSE Volume II, ed. Robin Mackay (Falmouth: Urbanomic, 2007): 221.
- Program note for Ribbon dance, provided for the performance in Copenhagen, 8 Oct.2016.
Video archive of the work "Ribbon dance" https://vimeo.com/222002600


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Dentistry expert Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC, will explain how to encourage clients to take advantage of dental offerings
YARDLEY, PA (October 20, 2014) – Vetstreet, a national leader in integrated education and communication campaigns for veterinary practices, will kick off pet dental season with a free webinar on November 6, 2014, specifically designed to educate veterinarians and practice managers on the most successful ways to promote a practice's dental offerings. Veterinary dentistry expert and author/coauthor of three dental texts, Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC, will host the 1-hour program. Dr. Lobprise became a board certified veterinary dentist in 1993, and continued to work in the general and referral practice until 2003, when she joined the Veterinary Specialty Team of Pfizer Animal Health.
"Though often overlooked, dental issues can result in serious complications for our pets' overall health, which is why we have a responsibility to encourage our clients to take advantage of the dental services we have to offer," said Dr. Lobprise. "Educating pet owners is a key component to building, maintaining and growing a strong practice. As we gear up for Pet Dental Health Month in February, I'm very excited to be able to partner with Vetstreet to offer this free dental webinar to help practices increase revenue and improve the health of their patients. "
Dr. Lobprise will outline some of the quickest ways to enhance veterinary dental practice, including technologies that can be used to support a practice's existing communication protocols and effective new ways to educate clients about the importance of pet dental care. In addition to Dr. Lobprise's insight and advice, attendees will receive:
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Spacer Woman!
I'm a Spacer Woman Don't you worry bout me I don't want to hurt you I just want to love you We can start it over Come on be my lover You will be my mentor/danger Let me be your stranger I want to know I need your love I can't go on I must be sure I come from Space I want to know If i can do My love is true
Minilogue – Blomma (Album)
My alltime favorite duo Minilouge just released a new album on Cocoon called "Blomma". The past week i have been listening to this masterpiece over and over again. I could not be happier when entering this deep futuristic journey through dimensions of electronic soundscapes and mantra liked beats. Just get the album, your life will get so much better. Enough said.
Get a feel of the album here:
Heres some of my favorite tracks from past releases.
B-Ju – Cheap Shots
God damn, never heard about B-Ju before. Apparently another unknown German producer that is killing it with music. His latest EP called "Cheap Shots" released on ERROR BROADCAST just blew me away. Fresh and lush summer electronic sounds. Just love the way how he uses vocal samples mixed with driven percussions and synths. Just get the EP for free HERE!
Track "Coffe Break With Two Cops" has looped my office more or less the whole day. So good!
DJ Scheißefritz – Raumfahrer
From the cold north and celebrating the founding of the label Mindblast Records DJ Scheißefritz's debut album Raumfahrer is the first release. Inspired by Arpanet this feels like a wannabe soundtrack for 2001: A Space Odyssey. Retro-futurism at it's best.
: D DJ Scheißefritz's debut album consisting of six songs
: D Epic storyline beautifully put into words by Karl Arvinder
: D Through-composed electronica without repetitions
: D Takes you on a journey through emotions, time and space
: 0 Uses compositional techniques that even just thinking about bores you to death
: D Occasionally randomized drums!
Hailing from the northern part of Sweden this young man has been committed to music since day one, you never know what is the next genre his mixing up! He has been running clubs and DJing in Europe and America, take a listen to his mixtapes and give him a big ups!
Chico Mann
Chico Mann is the fucking KING! I got me the album "Manifest Tone Vol. 1" a while ago and its one of the best albums i have in my collection NO DOUBT! You just have to get it! He is doing a funky afrobeat, synth-driven thing and blending warm analog sounds with modern digital techniques.
Kim Kong & Krull Whalén
This is brilliant.
Small Mammal
I get loads of music to my email adress some of it is not that good and some of it is good, Matt Terrell a.k.a Small Mammal sent me some stuff the other day and made my day. He is originally from Brooklyn NY but relocated to Asheville North Carolina, his music is entirely instrumental consisting of drums, guitar, keys and warped field recordings. This is too good to miss out!
Download a promotion including two songs from his debut album HERE!
If you dig it, buy the album! You find information on his myspace!
Alexander Marcus
Alright im BACK!! First off as my comeback i give you my new favorite artist Felix Rennefeldt a.k.a Alexander Marcus, the video and song above is from his latest album "Mega" wich was released a couple of weeks ago, BANGER!!! He calls his style of music Electrolore wich is a mixup between electro and folklore, so give this man your biggest support and by the way i guess im going to Berlin 20 th of november for his liveshow!
Back from vacation!
Ohhh time is passing by pretty fast and i´m back to reality and also back to share some music in this blog, i´m soo full of new music in all forms and colours that you did not believe existed!
Also meet many new promising artist that i gonna love to introduce you all to. But first some of the dopest shit i´ve listen too in many years, Daniel Savio who also is the man behind a complete new genre that he calles Skwee and that is a musical style, with origin in Nordic countries Sweden and Finland.
Skweee combines simple synth leads and basslines with funk, r'n'b or soul-like rhythms, overall rendering a stripped-down funky sound. The tracks are mostly entirely instrumental, though there are exceptions. The name refers to the use of vintage synthesizers in the production process, were the aim is to "squeeze out" as interesting sounds as possible. The video this song is also pretty fuckin´ KOOL!


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Edenhope is a small town in western Victoria not known for its lettuce. Rather, it is home to mostly cropping and sheep farmers.
But a new urban farming business is changing that.
Lucas King started his urban farm in March with a few plots in the middle of the country town.
"I'm trying to create a lifestyle where you're not only close to your family, but you're creating something healthy for your community and for yourself," he said.
Mr King said he had always wanted to start a farm like it, but was not sure how to do it.
"I've always been interested in living sustainably, but I didn't know exactly how that process would unfurl," he said.
"And I didn't really realise there was a way to make money out of it."
Then Mr King came across Curtis Stone, an American who calls himself "the urban farmer".
"Once I found out that these guys had a system in place that was profitable I basically said 'Yep, I'll do that' and copied it," he said.
"If you look at what someone like Curtis Stone is doing, he's making over $100,000 on a third of an acre."
Less than six months after Mr King started he is growing a multitude of lettuce varieties, radishes, coriander, beetroot, carrots and more.
He also has a small trial crop of broccoli growing.
Mr King said despite the fact the region was not known for those kinds of vegetables, the system he used made it easier to grow them.
"It's a bit easier when it's high intensity and it's small scale," he said.
"I've got row covers, a plastic tunnel that helps with germination, and I've got a sprinkler system for irrigation."
The local supermarket and coffee shop sells Mr King's produce, and he also takes it across the South Australian border to sell.
"I use a greens harvester which is basically a device that runs off a drill," he said.
"I basically run along with that and collect it and process it and the next day it's pretty much in the shops."
Mr King is planning to expand the range of vegetables he grows.
"It is winter. Once spring comes along we'll do tomatoes and other different types of crops," he said.


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Advanced Adobe Photoshop Tutorials Page 2
5 Adobe Photoshop CC Tips & Tricks
I will show you five different tips within Adobe Photoshop CC. If you like these tips please let me know below and I will make more.
How to Turn Photographs into Watercolor Paintings with Adobe Photoshop CC
How to Turn Photographs into Watercolor Paintings with Adobe Photoshop CC.
3 Methods of Sharpening in Adobe Photoshop CC
Always make sure you size your image before sharpening! I will show you 3 methods of sharpening in Adobe Photoshop. Unsharp Mask, Smart Sharpen and High Frequency Sharpening.
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Adding Watermarks with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
I go over the simple process of how to add a logo watermark with Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe Lightroom. In photoshop I will show you how to creat a brush preset and lightroom where to add the logo to the export function.
How to Enlarge a Photograph with Photoshop and Resize
What is the best way to enlarge a photograph in Photoshop CC or On One Software's Resize(Genuine Fractals). Adobe Photoshop CC came out with a new enlargement algorithim, so I will compare it against the raw, preserve details 1 and resize in Photo Suite 10.
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How to make a blackout portrait of an animal in Adobe Photosohop CC.
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How to take a photo and give it a screen print effect and turn it into a logo with Adobe Photoshop CC. This video will work with the filter gallery and smart objects.
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MEDGE Board Meetings
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I had my very first international iOS conference experience in my life at #Pragma in Verona, Italy. #Pragma is one of the largest iOS conferences in Europe with 20 speakers from all over the world. To name some speakers, we had Jon Reid(TDD expert from American Express), John Sundell(lead iOS dev from Spotify), Dennis Pilarinos(CEO from BuddyBuild) and Krzysztof Zablocki(iOS dev from NYTimes).
This post is a quick summary of the conference so that later I could look back and remember the stuffs I found helpful.
TDD Workshop by Jon Reid
"Let code allow us to be comfortable about changing the code"
I'm a subscriber of Jon's blog and I read his few blog posts before the conference but it was still difficult for me to how to effectively practice TDD. He taught us how to shape the code structure incrementally by writing tests first before any production code. Here are some steps he advised us to follow:
- Write a failing test:
- Write no production code, except to pass a failing test
- Write only enough of tests to demonstrate a failure
- Make the test pass
- Refactor (Attention: Refactoring is NOT Rewriting)
He agrees that TDD is not easy and he told us three different levels which we can refer to.
TDD Level: Easy
- Model objects
- Business rules
- Create network requests
- Process network response
TDD Level: Intermediate
- ViewControllers
- Invoke user actions
- Table views
- Notifications
TDD Level: Hard
- View navigations
- File system and database
- Analytics
- Networking
And his pro tips:
TDD: Avoid
- Actual
- networking
- file system
- database
- asynchronous calls
- Loops
TDD pyramid
He pointed out that making your code as a framework will boost the testing time. Jon also gave a talk during the conference and you can find the resources on his blog.
Backend-driven UIs by John Sundell
John was the hero of #Pragma 2016. He presented how Spotify delivers their app UI using backend. They implement it by using their in-house framework HubFramework .
The great thing about Spotify is that they opensourced HubFramework!!! The solution not only brilliant for instant UI update or component-driven architecture but it is also optimal for AB testing.
"Implement features not apps!" by NatashaTheRobot
Both the growth of the number of apps people downloading and the retention rate of apps has stalled for awhile. Apple is helping apps to engage with their users more proactively by providing us iMessage extensions, Apple Watch notifications, Quick Reply on lock screen, hooking to different apps(e.g. whatsapp icon on Contants) and etc.
"I have a framework idea - Repeat less, share more" by Fabio Milano
"iOS Application Architecture" by Krzysztof Zablocki
Krzysztof is an author of popular iOS frameworks such as KZFileWatchers and KZPlaygrounds. He said Moya was a good architecture exemplary.
Traits of good architecture
- Each object has a clear role
- Ability to follow data flow with ease
- Doesn't depend on any particular framework
- Flexibility
Design Patterns
- Singleton
- Composition -> SRP(Single Responsible Protocol)
- Dependency Injection
One of the best things about #Pragma was that you could meet many iOS dev community stars in live. Here me and Jon.
#Pragma 2016 was an amazing conference with inspiring speakers and talks. It was kinda dream come true to meet famous iOS community figures. Also, it was a great opportunity to meet fellow iOS developers from all around the world. I will never forget eating Italian gelato with fellow developers under the storm :) Last but not least, #Pragma organizers did fantastic hard work to deliver all this. Hopefully I will join #Pragma as a speaker next time!


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Big Bash League which is one of the Most popular Domestic T20 cricket tournament of Australia. Upcoming 8th Edition of the KFC Big Bash League T20 cricket tournament is kick off with the first match between Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers on 19th December 2018. This Opening Match of BBL 8 will be host by the Gabba. Final of the BBL 8 will be played on 17 February 2018. So from the starting of the tournament game played around 7 weeks of time and in this period Total 59 Matches played including Robin Round Games and Knock out Matches with Final and its are participating by total 8 teams in this Big Bash League 2018-19 and playing for the Big Bash Title.
Semi-Final matches will be played on 14th and 15th Feb. Look at Below the full fixtures and schedule of 2018-19 big bash.
BBL|08 Full Fixtures List
19 December: Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers at the Gabba, 18:15
20 December: Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers at Docklands, 19:15
21 December: Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Stars at TBC, 19:15
22 December: Sydney Sixers vs Perth Scorchers at the SCG, 15:30
22 December: Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes at Carrara Stadium, 18:00
23 December: Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Renegades at Adelaide Oval, 18:45
24 December: Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars at Bellerive Oval, 15:45
24 December: Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers at Sydney Showground, 19:15
26 December: Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers at Perth Stadium, 16:15
27 December: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars at the SCG, 19:15
28 December: Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder at Bellerive, 19:15
29 December: Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers at Docklands, 19:00
30 December: Hobart Hurricanes vs Perth Scorchers at York Park, 19:15
31 December: Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder at Adelaide Oval, 18:45
1 January: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers at Carrara Stadium, 13:45
1 January: Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades at the MCG, 19:15
2 January: Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers at Sydney Showground, 19:15
3 January: Melbourne Renegades vs Adelaide Strikers at TBC, 19:15
4 January: Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers at Bellerive Oval, 19:15
5 January: Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder at Carrara Stadium, 17:15
5 January: Perth Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat at Perth Stadium, 18:30
6 January: Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers at Adelaide Oval, 18:45
7 January: Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes at Docklands, 19:15
8 January: Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat at Sydney Showground, 19:15
9 January: Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers at MCG, 19:15
10 January: Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Renegades at the Gabba, 18:15
11 January: Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars at Adelaide Oval, 18:30
13 January: Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers at Sydney Showground, 14:45
13 January: Melbourne Renegades vs Brisbane Heat at TBC, 18:35
13 January: Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers at Perth Stadium, 18:35
14 January: Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes at MCG, 19:15
16 January: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades at SCG, 19:15
17 January: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder at The Gabba, 18:15
18 January: Perth Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes at Perth Stadium, 18:30
19 January: Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars at Docklands Stadium, 18:45
20 January: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat at SCG, 19:15
21 January: Adelaide Strikers vs Hobart Hurricanes at Adelaide Oval, 18:45
22 January: Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades at Sydney Showground, 19:15
23 January: Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers at TBC, 14:45
23 January: Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes at SCG, 19:15
24 January: Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder at Perth Stadium, 18:40
27 January: Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat at MCG, 19:40
28 January: Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades at Perth Stadium, 18:15
29 January: Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat at Bellerive Oval, 16:00
29 January: Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers at SCG, 19:00
30 January: Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder at Docklands Stadium, 19:15
31 January: Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers at York Park, 19:40
1 February: Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers at The Gabba, 19:40
2 February: Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder at SCG, 19:00
3 February: Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat at Adelaide Oval, 17:45
3 February: Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars at Perth Stadium, 18:15
7 February: Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades at Bellerive Oval, 19:40
8 February: Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars at The Gabba, 19:40
9 February: Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers at Traeger Park, 13:15
9 February: Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes at TBC, 18:15
10 February: Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers at MCG, 14:45
14 February: Semi final 1 at TBC
15 February: Semi final 2 at TBC
17 February: Final at TBC
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This Birds of paradise video is part and parcel of a joint project between two well known and respected entities: National Geographic and Audubon. Here's how Cornell's lab of ornithology describes it:
The Most Decorated Birds on the PlanetThis fall, we invite you to experience the Birds-of-Paradise Project through dazzling photos and video from Cornell Lab scientist Ed Scholes and National Geographic photographer Tim Laman. During an eight-year quest, they captured images of all 39 species for the first time. This fall, they will share their story as part of a National Geographic Society-wide effort in collaboration with the Cornell Lab.
The video is just the tip of the iceberg—this fall, the Birds-of-Paradise Project will go public with a gorgeous coffee-table book copublished by National Geographic and the Cornell Lab (available for preorder), a major exhibit at the National Geographic Museum, a TV documentary on Thanksgiving Day, articles in Living Bird and National Geographic magazines, and a North American lecture tour.
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a membership institution dedicated to interpreting and conserving the earth's biological diversity through research, education, and citizen science focused on birds. Visit the Cornell Lab's website at http://www.birds.cornell.edu.
Copyright © 2012 Cornell Lab of Ornithology, All rights reserved.
Remember that if you stop animal research, who will stop the real killers??


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We are testing REST API using Ajax request from chrome console(without using OAuth 2 access token ). When a instructor was logged in to Blackboard, they are able to 'GET' the course information through REST API.
But when we tried to do 'PATCH' or 'POST', we got HTTP 403 with the message "This request is not associated with a valid session".
If the instructor was able to get the course information, then he should be able to update a course as well?
or Are we able to modify the course with only OAuth token? If so, how is it working for 'GET' without OAuth token?


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Let us tell you more about FEST. On this page, you will find our most recent press release, general information about FEST and a link to our image bank.
Press releases
Download our press releases here:
- New collection September 2018 (Dutch & English)
Download our catalogue & price lists here:
- Catalogue & Pricelists 2018/2019
Image bank
Our image bank will give you a complete overview of our product- and mood images. Find your login details on our hardcopy press kit or send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com to request access. Are you looking for specific images? Please do not hesitate to ask us, we are happy to help!
About FEST
Dutch home interior brand FEST was established in 2013 by Femke Furnée (1986)
FEST Amsterdam is known for its comfortable and stylish made-to-order sofas which can be composed by combining different modules and upholstery. FEST is pleased with its close collaboration with textile manufacturers


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Please note: Our card processor charges 2.9% + 30¢. So that we don't have to raise prices on everyone, we charge those fees to you.
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Mid-Autumn Festival - Unit study ideas?
In my innocence of the world around me, I just discovered this holiday.
It seems to shout out as a great homeschooling unit study opportunity. Writing notes to familiy and friends we havent seen in a while, making paper lanterns, making and eating mooncakes, admiring the gorgeous full moon, poems about moon and missing family....
When I looked up the festival with "homeschooling", the closest I got was this:
Homeschooling In English And Chinese | Fortune Cookie Mom
But she didnt have any real hints other than a link to a recipe book and a book with instructions on making paper lanterns.
Does anyone have suggestions of activities to do related to this festival? And other fall cultural-harvesty holidays?Homeschooling DS13, DS6.
My spelling was fine, then my brain left me.
Check out the other names for it. One of them is the Autumn Moon Festival.
Here is a video about it.
Here are some activities for kids
The Mid-Autumn Festival, The Moon Fairy, and Mooncakes
https://www.littlepassports.com/blog...tumn-festival/A mama who teaches college writing, as well as help her 11-year-old in
choosing his own life adventure. Using Global Village School to support our desire to develop a sense of social justice and global awareness.
Mariam the Librariam, you rock!
Thanks! I browsed lots of the youtube videos related to it, too.
We will be sure to study this next year...Homeschooling DS13, DS6.
My spelling was fine, then my brain left me.
In Taiwan, people barbecue in the parks for the Mid-Autumn Festival. That might be a fun activity to add!
The Equinox is tomorrow! It's not too late to celebrate the fall. Our activities include:
- Nature walks and observations of changes in the neighborhood, in regional and state parks, and at the beach.
- Trip to the observatory - they had a docent show the seasonal constellations on a computer, and we looked at some really cool stuff that won't be as visible in later months, like Saturn!
- We'll have a meal tomorrow featuring "fall foods", to show the change in produce at the stores.
- Reading seasonal poems and stories.
I gotta get moving, since we're heading to a blackberry patch to forage before we do table work. I'll try to drop in more, though, I miss you guys!FKA Hordemama
Stay-at-home-librarian parenting a horde of two sons: Marauder 1 (M1) born in 2007, and Marauder 2 (M2) born in 2012.
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Eric Carle has a book called Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me. There's a movie of his books, and this one is included if you can find it. Used to be on Netflix or maybe at the library. Called The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Stories, I think. You could watch the first moonwalk on YouTube, too.
If they are interested in China or Chinese - learning a few words or how to count to ten in Mandarin, figure out how to write their names using Chinese characters.
Make a fairy garden, maybe? I tried to read about the fairy, but the webpage kept reloading.
I am going to take mine when it cools off to make a fall collage at the park - just roll out the paper and start sticking leaves, sticks, pinecones and whatever else to it. Ours will all be brown and gross, I'm sure, since we don't have fall colors. Do you guys over there? Last time we went to pick up stuff at the park dd found a turd. Ew.
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I gather all kinds of secular homeschool resources and share them at TheHomeschoolResourceRoom.com.


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1. Personal acceptance of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
2. Active participation in Christian service.
3. Regular attendance or membership in a church.
4. Interest in leading others to Christ.
5. Willingness to avoid situations which would cause one's sister or brother to stumble.
6. Willingness to abstain from sexual relations until marriage.
7. Willingness to abstain from smoking and illegal use of drugs.
8. Willingness to abstain from alcohol in circumstances where the Christian witness would be adversely affected.
9. Enrollment in a university where a chapter of the National Fraternity has been chartered by the National Board.
10. A scholarship rating of at least a "C" or its equivalent maintained in all university work.
11. Passage of annual examinations on the National Constitution, II Corinthians 3, and the active chapter's bylaws.
12. Procurement of a membership pin.
13. Payment of $50 upon graduation of leaving the university to the Scholarship and Housing Fund.
1. What is "casual dress"?
For the first three nights of Recruitment, dress code is casual. Feel free to show up wearing anything you'd like! This can range from athletic shorts and a t-shirt to a dress.
2. Will there be food provided?
There will be snacks and drinks provided for the first three nights of recruitment. At our Preference Tea on the fourth night, dinner will be provided.
3. What is Preference Tea?
Preference Tea is held on the fourth and last night of Recruitment and is invite only. In order to be considered for an invitation to Preference Tea you must have come to one of the previous nights of Recruitment for any length of time.
4. What if I can't come to every night of Recruitment?
No problem! You're welcome to come to any of the first three nights of Recruitment even if you can't come to the others. It is not mandatory that you attend all nights of Recruitment, though we highly encourage you come to as much as you can so that we can get to know you and you can get to know us better!
5. What if I can't make it to the entire two hours of Recruitment?
That's okay, show up for as much time as you can! We would love to have you, even if it's just for 30 minutes during one night of recruitment.
6. What is a bid and how do I receive one?
A bid is an invitation to pledge ADX. It is not binding and also does not guarantee initiation into ADX. Girls who meet all of our membership requirements and attend any portion of our Recruitment week are eligible, but not guaranteed, to receive a bid.


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Winter Golf: Tee Time in Hokkaido
Winter Golf: Tee Time in Hokkaido
(from Dec 23 '17 to Mar 4 '18)
Did you know that there are approximately 2,400 golf courses around Japan? The northern parts of the country, especially Hokkaido are home to some of the most scenic golf courses in the nation.
However, golf courses in the north are closed for extended periods of time as a consequence of the generous amounts of snow that blanket the region during the winter months .
In a bid to utilize these golf courses year-round and take advantage of the brisk weather, Golf Digest Online (GDO) have brought the casual sport of winter golf to Hokkaido for its third year!
At the Golf 5 Country Bibai Course, winter golf is wildly popular among golfers from near and afar. And with a variety of snow activities also available, a winter golf outing at Bibai is not just for golfers but a fun outing for all!
After playing a round or two of winter golf, warm yourself with a pipin' hot bowl of tonjiru (a pork-based, miso flavored soup) made with vegetables harvested from nearby farms.
Whether you live in Hokkaido or are visiting, why not try winter golf and experience a unique activity in the snow?
Winter golf season at Golf 5 Country Bibai Course is from December 23, 2017 to March 4, 2018
A winter sport concept with origins in France, shortened rounds of golf are played on packed snow and/or artificial turf. Colorful neon balls are utilized and putting cups are wider than normal at 20CM or 7 inches.
¥2,300 (4 holes)
¥3,300 (8 holes)
¥2,800 (4 holes)
¥4,300 (8 holes)
* includes taxes and ¥300 entry fee
Rental set (club, tee, neon balls) ¥1,500
Entry ¥300
* for those entering the golf course but not playing winter golf
Rates are for a winter golf specific course with four holes constituting one round
Start times are 0900-1000 and 1200-1300
90 minute drive from Sapporo Shin-Chitose Airport
35 minutes from Sapporo station to Bibai station via the Lilac Kamui Express, then take a taxi (12KM or about 7 minutes)


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Johnaye says her 2014 debut album Here was her way of embracing that journey in that it was a full collection of original works. The positive critical and fan response she received from that release led her to overcome any insecurity she had earlier in her career—and provided just the encouragement and momentum she needed to create her bold, even more heartfelt and intimate new album, appropriately titled Flying (johnygirl Records, August 28, 2018).
Produced and arranged by Johnaye, who also plays harmonium, the set comprises six stellar originals and six fresh re-imaginings of standards and unique, offbeat selections from the worlds of jazz and pop. Johnaye showcases her exquisite voice, expansive vocal range and otherworldly scatting abilities with an adventurous rhythm section that includes Dawn Clement (piano, keyboards), Chris Symer (bass) and D'Vonne Lewis (drums).
"Everything I wrote on Here was the truth, my reality, snapshots I had written between 2009 and 2012, with a general theme emerging about the importance of just being in and appreciating the moment and worrying about tomorrow's problems tomorrow," Johnaye says. "With Flying, there was more of a process, knowing that I wanted to mix original pieces with favorite songs I had been performing for years. The funny part was that these originals were so new that some weren't even completed before the recording session. I had to get every detail just right because they address all the new aspects of my life since the last album—including marriage, motherhood and what I call the beautiful mess of life. They're about personal relationships, family life and issues that have had a deep effect on my heart, that occupy the same space there."
"Never You Mind," Johnaye's first original on Flying, is a socially conscious message tune inspired directly from today's headlines and the Black Lives Matter Movement. A hypnotic piano, keyboard and percussive drum riff lays the foundation for her soulful, pointed vocals and lyrics that remind us, "You come from a legacy of warriors, and though there's fear/Know that fear's what fueled the fire of courage that led us here." Johnaye begins the dreamy ballad "You Two"—a song expressly written for her 3-1/2 year-old twin girls – by ironically singing, "I don't have the loveliest sound…But I'll sing for you/I'll sing to you." She then proceeds to offer one of the album's most delicate and graceful vocals.
With its tribal percussion and energetic blues/jazz vibe, "Scorpion" finds the singer immersed in the tastiest New Orleans gumbo imaginable, singing about the dangers of falling for someone whose dark flaws and hurtful nature are well known. "Secrets" is perhaps Flying's most dramatic vocal showcase, a torchy and intense jazz ballad illuminating a relationship that's been stained by betrayal. The other originals on the album include the sensual neo-soul seduction "Boxed Wine" and "Flying," a bright, scat-infused empowerment anthem whose lyrics Johnaye rewrote to capture the essence of fearlessness women are feeling in the post #metoo world. Johnaye sings, "Just close your eyes and sing your song/She's not scared of flying anymore."
Johnaye's choice of outside songs to interpret on Flying covers a lot of territory in her life. As a little girl, she was obsessed with the film "Pretty Woman" and its soundtrack, which now over two decades later inspired her to record a lush, inviting version of Lauren Wood's "Fallen." Coming of age at a time when John Mayer was on his way to superstardom, the singer laughs that she was convinced that she could get him to fall in love with her. Maybe that dream didn't come true, but she pays homage to Mayer's clever songwriting with "3x5," a delightful obscurity from his debut studio album Room For Squares that playfully captures that same sense of living in the moment that was the major theme running throughout her debut album.
Reaching back in time, Johnaye brings fresh soul-jazz life to "I've Got No Strings," a classic from "Pinocchio" which celebrates freedom from ties and commitments. After years of performing them live, she also includes her cool, swinging, scat and wordless vocal filled arrangements of "It Could Happen To You," "The Very Thought of You" and the slightly melancholy, lesser known "The Lonely One," which was penned by Leonard Hambro and Roberta Sue Heller and originally recorded by Nat "King" Cole.
About Johnaye KendrickWhile earning her Bachelor of Music from Western Michigan University, Johnaye received a DownBeat Student Music Award for Outstanding Jazz Vocalist and was featured in an honors recital with pianist Fred Hersch. She later received an Artist's Diploma from the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz and a Master's in Jazz Studies from Loyola University in 2009. After graduating from the Monk Institute, she was hired by trumpeter Nicholas Payton, who raves, "Johnaye has the potential to be a vocalist of the highest order; She's got IT!" She has also been a featured vocalist with the Ellis Marsalis Quartet and Grammy winning New Orleans Jazz Orchestra.
Over the years, she has performed at such prestigious events and venues as the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, Rio das Ostras Jazz Festival, Burghausen Jazz Festival, International Jazz Festival Bern, Playboy Jazz Festival, Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club, Jazz Gallery, Chicago Symphony Center, Snug Harbor and Birdland with Nicholas Payton, Ellis Marsalis, Sean Jones or John Ellis. She has also performed extensively with her own band. In 2013, she was nominated for an Earshot Jazz Golden Ear Award as "Northwest Vocalist of the Year." Pursuing her passion for music education, Johnaye recently earned the title of Professor of Music at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, where she specializes in Jazz Voice, teaches composition and arranging, and instructs Beginning Jazz Standards and contemporary specialty courses like Modern Afro Pop, and Black Music Matters
Flying will be available at Amazon and iTunes on August 28, 2018.
This story appears courtesy of Mouthpiece Music.
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Apr 25, 2017
Amazing course! please offer more courses like this on fraud examination and forensic accounting. I would also be interested to take a course on Internal audit, Internal controls and res management.
Aug 07, 2018
I liked everything in this course. But for one- I feel for all the quizzes, the right answer must be given so that we get to know where we are wrong. Only explanation as to why it is wrong is given.
By Dragana Đ•
Dec 06, 2018
Final quiz has 60 questions but there is no possibilities to " save" answers and proceed later, all questions must be answered in one access.
By Ricardo J O•
Feb 03, 2016
Positive: It was refreshing to see this offering in Coursera. It is an important topic and there is limited amount of offerings (the Wharton course in accounting analytics crosses in the benfords law topic). The discussions in Madoff, Snowden, etc are positive to stimulate critical thinking. The approach was solid. The videos with real fraudsters were very good allowing to connect the theory to practice. The final exam with 60 questions is also very positive to force/stimulate the student to 'cement' the knowledge gained.
Negative: This course was shockingly short. If discounted the weekly videos with real examples of frauds, per week there was only about 20-30 minutes of 'real' materials. This is not nearly enough a balanced output of resources to allow students to grasp the concepts. Institutions like Wharton, U. Michigan, U. Illinois, U. Virginia and Yale are packaging in their top courses/specializations at least 1.5 to 3 hours per module (what can have between 4 and 11 modules), plus resources - slides, readings, excel spreadsheets and others. This is an enormous gap. Also - although it was positive to see the materials of the collegue and acfe sites, more was expected. For example, it would be extremely valuable to have resources related to Bernie Madoff, Armstrong, Edward Snowden to engage on a more dynamic discussion. The slides used to back the video lectures should also been made available. Also in some topics more detail was expected. For example, Benford's Law. It should been shown the formula used, what is the threshold value to raise suspicion that manipulation might be present in the financials and also what are considered to be normal values.
Overall it is positive to see your offering but I think it can be improved and add a lot more valuable.
I wish you luck.
By Mohammad S N•
Nov 03, 2018
I really like this online course because we can study from the comfort of our home as per our convenience. We can also study this anytime. Lecturers from west Virginia university explain everything properly. Also the transcript helps us. It would have been better if transcript were organized into paragraphs for our ease. Additional reading materials also should have been provided so we can further clear our concepts. Other than that this was great!
By Jaiveer S S•
Sep 30, 2017
An intriguing course that delves inside the various aspects of Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination in a awe-inspiring manner with relevant examples, engaging content and learned professors.
By Muhammad U M•
May 03, 2016
This course is a better learning than general auditing course that was taken in university by me. Awesome knowledge provided. Very easy and slow english speaking letting us to understand each word.
By WAKAS A T•
Jun 15, 2019
Very informative course. I would like to thanks to Coursera.com for providing me this opportunity to get this certification. This course has enhanced my understanding of fraud investigation and forensic accounting and would definitely enhance my career goal. I specially thank to Dr. Richard Riley, Ph.D, Dr. Richard Dull, Ph.D and John Gill, J.D., CFE for their excellence teaching skills and guiding us throughout the course.
By SHINKY S•
Jan 17, 2019
By G S•
Jan 18, 2019
excellent course
By Siddhartha S•
Jan 17, 2019
Awesome Course!
By Victor P•
Feb 04, 2019
This was a basic course, but a good introduction in forensic accounting and fraud examination. I would recommend it to anybody who wishes to determine whether this could be a viable career option for them. I wish there were more interactive material, but nonetheless for the price it delivers value.
By premlatha b•
Feb 03, 2019
Very interesting and easy to follow.
By Hamraj N•
Jan 22, 2019
excellent course
By Ravi K•
Feb 04, 2019
The course is very effective since content has been derived from ACFE Official books and quizes are very challenging to pass, they require extensive study
By Benoy M•
Dec 17, 2018
It was truly a wonderful experience after i completed the course. The course was designed in such a way, it is elaborate and quite relevant . i highly recommend this course for anyone in financial industry.
By K S K S•
Jan 09, 2019
awesome learning experience and a true feeling of learning & clearing the exam.
By SUJIT K S•
Jan 12, 2019
By Karan K•
Jan 12, 2019
Gracious thanks to Dr. Richard Riley, Ph.D, Dr. Richard Dull & John Gill, J.D., CFE for putting together this vastly insightful and knowledgeable course.
By sunali s•
Feb 24, 2019
was an excellent course
By Mohit S•
Feb 25, 2019
The course covers most of the various tracks of fraud framework & is also explained in a very effective manner . The video are self explanatory & easy to understand .
By Francisco J M C•
Feb 28, 2019
Como primer acercamiento a la auditoría forense, me parece un curso bastante completo para entender qué, cómo, quién, dónde y cuándo puede ocurrir un fraude. Lo recomiendo ampliamente para auditores internos y externos.
By Oluwakayode C A•
Feb 09, 2019
i really appreciate the institution for making me to gain more knowledge and exposure to Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination though i have passion in becoming CFE.
how can i get the certificate, also can i use the certificate to register with ACFE.
Thank you
By Pedro H d S H•
Feb 10, 2019
Very, very good. A excellent start for fraud awareness. Thanks.
By MadhuSudan R•
Feb 10, 2019
Really helpful. Got the opportunity to go through some / few real life examples and the got the updates.
Thanks for the course material. Thanks for the Tutors.
By Raqib A R•
Feb 10, 2019
A great course!! Worth the effort.
By john m k•
Mar 03, 2019
it really profitable to me


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Dangerous Hunting
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Chapter 27 (v.1) - Disturbed and rockin the boat
………. I smiled at Dante as I looked up at him his profile lit by the subtle on deck light, the dangerous side to him hidden but simmering under the surface. I was blessed to have him for my own.
"So this wedding gown?" he smiled at me and tipped his head
"Is amazing… it's all satin with a ball gown skirt and beading on the bodice" I lied convincingly looking at the expression on his face. The smile on his lips wavered slightly before he composed himself "It's something I never thought I'd go for but hey" I rested my head on his chest
"I can't wait to see you in it" he murmured his hand on the back of my neck rubbing gently
"You think we can leave dinner and explore each other?" I moved back and trailed my finger down his chest slipping it between two of the buttons and stroking the warm skin, making his eyes flare. He bent his head and kissed me with all the urgency in the world. There was a small cough stopping the moment, Dante and I looked round Marne was stood there her hands behind her back seemingly pushing her boobs forward a little more.
"I'm sorry Mr. Croft there is a call for you" Dante's body tensed
"I asked not to be disturbed" he snapped
"I did tell them that but they are insistent?" she fidgeted
"D, just go see who it is and rip them a new ass" I drew his attention back to me "I'll be right here ready to get naked and have you all over me" I nipped at his neck making him growl
"I'm holding you to that" he kissed me again before he moved back and disappeared inside the boat. Marne moved to the table and picked up the plates
"A word of warning" I walked forward "Dante Croft is not a man to be messed with" she frowned at me "And I'm not a woman that lets someone drool after her man"
"I wasn't" she stammered
"Really honey… I've seen it before and the way you shove your boobs forward, the man owns a pole dancing club and he's not interested in any of those girls so he's not going to be looking at you" her face flamed red, I put my hands on the table and locked eyes with her "I think you maybe should leave us alone right now" her hands were shaking as she stepped back and literally ran inside. I groaned and sat down rubbing my temples. I heard the door open and looked round as Dante stepped out "Everything okay?"
"Yeah it was Dad"
"Egan knew you didn't want to be disturbed" I leant back in the seat
"I know… but would you be up for a meeting in the morning" he tipped his head and look at me
"A meeting with who" I got up and picked up my wine glass.
"James Weber some businessman from Chicago…"
"He was just in court and got away with everything" I shrugged Dante frowned at me "Sorry before I started working on your case" I swallowed hard I hated bringing up that. "We were working on a case that involved Weber Dante sat down and watched me pace the deck "He'd been under surveillance for almost a year on suspicion of running guns from a third party via Cuba, I did some of the surveillance myself on him but he was very good at covering his ass"
"So he knows you?" Dante chewed his lip
"No I never got close to him other than in the back of a tuck with cameras… he was supposed to be getting married to some girl twenty years younger than him, I investigated her but drew a blank she was a Chief ER nurse that he swept off her feet and she gave everything up for him"
"Hmmm sounds familiar" Dante chuckled "So you up for a little work in the morning?"
"I'm up for a little work right now" I put my glass on the table and moved to stand between his legs "I think you need to stand up" he frowned at me but did what I suggested "Because then it's easier for me to…" I dropped my hand to his zipper and slid it down, his hands gripped on the table his eyes locked with mine I slowly sank down and put my mouth around him. There was a hiss as I sucked hard and flicked my tongue over him; this was one thing I knew Dante loved because I somehow could handle every inch of him
"Damn Evie" his hips thrust forward making me moan sending the vibration right through the length of him, I slid my hands round his thighs and up to his ass holding him tight as I moved my head up and down "Evie not yet… I want to…" he pulled me off him and up and his mouth captured mine I felt my ass hit the table as he split my thighs and pushed into me "Thank god for no underwear" he smiled at me as I gripped onto his shoulders, even after all this time Dante's size took some getting used to. I held on as Dante's lust took over and the relentless pounding was what we both needed after the intense conversation from earlier I wrapped my legs over his hips and held him tight making the strokes shorter but deep "F..U..C..K" Dante threw his head back as he came the straining muscles in his neck showing how powerful he was………………
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finally i manage to get a chapter up lets see if you find out in this what i'm planning soon
love ya and miss y'all
old villains enter into the picture. Weber's name is definitely familiar!!! Never liked him. I hope Evie and Dante wrap him up nice and give him as a present to the devil. That's my 2 cents on that bastard. (maybe they can connect with Kain, Megan etc)
Kirst-I hope you're hanging in there. Maybe when she leaves you can go on a mini vaca just you and a glass of wine
oh but if kain finds out about evie than they really need to be friends or even better like family so there's no bad blood *wink*
But anyway not my story i shall be waiting anxiously to find out how they all connect
I'm excited to see what happens next! Especially.with Weber and if Meg, Kain, and the rest of them enter the picture! :)
Hooray a chapter. Nice to see you Kirst! How are you holding up? We've missed you something terrible but completely understand the absence. Now...as for this chapter...wooo did it get even warmer here?!? Pretty sure it did. And that's adding to the fact that we have recon marines on base right now...yum! And you go and so this!!! Thank you!! As for the mention of that rat bastard...well lets just say I'm ready for him to walk right into my cross hairs! I've gotten a few sniper tips from the marines the last few days and Weber will never see me or hear the bullet coming! But this does mean seeing some old friends again...possibly Quarters!?! Lol love ya girl! XOXO
has it been so fucking long that i havent been around.. that name doesnt even sound familiar..what am i missing.... is it a link to another story or something..
thats it im going to stalk your page and see to which story.. UGH!! i hate being away for so long..
Loved the chappy hun..
Yes!!! Characters from Falling Into Place! Can't wait to see where this goes!
Those two are so passionate, WOW!!! I loved the way Evie told Marne off. What a wonderful chapter.
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Episode 2
The presidency isn't just measured by what you achieve but how you're perceived. Gary Younge analyses Obama's performance and asks how it will affect his bid for a second term.
On the campaign trail in 2008 Barack Obama was an inspirational performer. But three years on he seems to have lost his touch.
Intellectual where Bush was impulsive and consensual where Bush was polarising, Obama's election appeared to mark a turning point in the elusive human qualities Americans seek in a President. But as his bid to win a second term ramps up, amid rising unemployment and plummeting approval ratings, the very same characteristics are widely seen as handicaps.
Journalist Gary Younge visits Washington D.C., where living presidents are ravaged and dead ones revered, to find out what qualities Americans want in their head of state and whether Obama has them.
Do they want someone down-to-earth who can feel their pain or a lofty statesman who can pose as leader of the free world. Does it even matter how a President performs their role? Or is it simply their record - what they achieve in office - that counts? If performance does matter, what can Obama do about it as he seeks to win a second term in 2012?
In part one, Gary looks to Presidents past for lessons on how to perform the role. He meets Velma Hart, the ordinary woman who articulated the anxieties of a nation when she challenged Obama at a town hall meeting in 2010. And he considers one of Obama's most noteworthy performances so far: the killing of Osama Bin Laden.
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Former College Athletes Testify in NCAA Antitrust Trial
On September 7, 2018, three former college athletes, Shawne Alston, Martin Jenkins, and Justine Hartman, each testified that the NCAA "exploited them" by pushing them to prioritize athletics over academics. As we have previously reported, in this lawsuit a class of college athletes are attempting to challenge the existing NCAA amateurism rules and attempting to create an open market for various NCAA schools to compete for top college recruits.
Hartman, a former University of California basketball player, testified that the NCAA exploited her by severely limiting the scholarship money so much that she often went hungry. According to Hartman, she sometimes skipped classes because she was too hungry and tried to concentrate following her daily six-hour basketball practices. Further, Hartman testified that her NCAA scholarship did not cover her daily living expenses, often forcing her to pay rent with money earmarked for food. "We don't have the means to excel at the highest level academically … We go without a lot. There are many with similar experiences, where they're hungry and too tired" to focus on academics, Hartman said.
Alston, a former West Virginia running back, echoed many points made by Hartman. Alston testified that he was "always stressed about money." "People really stress about where they're going to get their next meal," he said. Alston claimed that he was regularly injured and hungry, which made finding time for academics difficult. Jenkins, a former Clemson football player, recalled that as an athlete nearly every hour of his day was planned. A typical day would start at 6 a.m. and would end late with reviewing game film. Jenkins estimated that he spent roughly 50 hours per week on football, leaving little time for schoolwork.
In order to accommodate their intense schedule, Hartman, Alston, and Jenkins all testified that their advisers pushed him choose "easier," and less time-consuming, classes and majors, which would not conflict with their practice schedules. For example, Jenkins started as a business major; however, his busy schedule, and encouragement from his adviser, forced him to switch his major to sociology. In addition, each testified that they felt segregated from the rest of the campus, since they were required to eat and practice in athlete-only facilities.


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If you are looking for a fun and simple St. Patrick's Day dessert recipe, you're going to love these St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charm Bars.
Happy Friday! We have just 14 days until St. Patrick's Day so I thought it was about time for a little seasonal treat to get you in the leprechaun spirit! I asked my girl Clarissa back to share something for St. Patrick's Day and I love the St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charm Bars that she came up with. I know you typically don't see any cooking or recipes on the blog and that's mostly because I'm a train wreck when I'm in the kitchen – not to say that I can't whip up a yummy dinner…but I can't keep the counters clean enough to take any pretty pictures (or much less think of anything else when I'm cooking). Haha! Maybe someday I'll be able to get it together enough to bring you some good recipes ideas. Until then I'll let my friends, like Clarissa, do the honors… Take it away girl!
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Hey everyone! Clarissa here from The View From Here, excited to be back guest posting at Making Manzanita! Today we're going to make some awesome St. Patrick's Day treats, with none other than the most perfect St. Patrick's Day cereal: Lucky Charms.
Hearts, stars and horse-shoes, clovers and blue moons! Pots o' Gold and Rainbows, and the red balloons! You sang it, admit it.
In our younger, college years, St. Patrick's Day was almost exclusively reserved for wearing green, claiming to be Irish, and downing as many Baileys-filled Guinness beers (not-so-affectionately named an Irish Car Bomb) as you could, before stumbling back to your dorm room.
Now in my ripe old age of 27, the fiancé and I will be celebrating with a classic corned beef and cabbage dinner, followed by these not-so-diet-friendly St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charms Bars for dessert (that's right…cheating on my newly found Paleo diet…that's how I get wild for St. Patty's Day! #noshame).
These bars are crazy easy to make! You only need a few ingredients and they honestly only take about an hour from start to finish.
For the St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charm Bars, you'll need:
- 1 box of Lucky Charms (I bought two – the standard version, and the Special Edition with clovers, because I wanted the clover marshmallows to top the bars – this is completely optional and you could totally use one of the marshmallows from the standard box)
- 1 bag of mini-marshmallows
- 5 tablespoons of butter (plus extra for greasing your dish)
- 1 bag Wilton's Green Candy Melts (Yes, there are 3 bags in the photo below. And yes, I was a bit overzealous in purchasing these)
- 1 baking dish (9×9 or larger)
- Wax paper (not shown)
First, grease your baking dish with your butter. I used a glass baking dish that was WAY too big (I couldn't find my square dish!) so keep in mind that this recipe will make about enough St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charm Bars to fill a 9×9 pan, not this giant rectangular monster of a baking dish.
Next, pull out whatever marshmallow design(s) you want to end up topping your bars with – I chose the clovers from the Special Edition box.
Heat a pot over medium-heat, add your 5 tablespoons of butter AND about 3 cups of mini-marshmallows and stir consistently until the mixture is smooth. This only takes a few minutes but be patient and keep stirring – do not raise the heat! It'll burn your mixture and be totally gross.
Add in 5 cups of your Lucky Charms cereal and stir frantically to coat all the cereal in your butter-marshmallow mixture.
Once everything is mixed, spoon all your cereal bar mixture into your greased dish. Use a rubber spatula to push the mixture into the dish. It actually helps to give it a few minutes to cool once you've spooned it in, before pushing it down; the mixture is super sticky and will stick to your fingers/spatula when it's hot.
Let your bars set for about 30 minutes on the counter (no need to refrigerate). Once cooled, cut your bars into squares and lay on wax paper. Some of my bars had globs of my marshmallow mixture at the bottom (I didn't stir quite well enough!), so if that happens to your batch, no worries! Just let those squares dry upside down like in the picture below, to expose the marshmallow mixture globs to the air and help them dry further.
While your cut squares are drying further, pour your candy melts into a bowl (if you're using a square pan and have about as much cereal mixture as seen above, you'll need about half a bag of melts. If you made a large rectangular dish of bars and doubled the recipe, you can melt the entire bag of candy melts.)
Melt your chips in the microwave, in 30 second intervals, stirring in between until completely smooth (read more here about melting Wilton's Candy Melts, and adding flavor extracts if you want!) Then, take your cut squares and dip one side in your candy melts.
Set the bars upside-down on your wax paper, letting the candy melt dry and set, facing upward. Before it sets, add in your marshmallow décor that you pulled at the beginning.
And that's it! Once your candy melt topping has set, your St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charm Bars are ready to eat.
So there you have it – St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charm Bars – a super easy treat you can whip up, with honestly any cereal and any color candy melt – this is an incredibly versatile recipe guys! It can be your go-to holiday party pot-luck treat 😉
Thanks for having me, and Happy (almost) St. Patrick's Day!
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Hardcover reprint of the original 1915 edition - beautifully bound in brown cloth covers featuring titles stamped in gold, 8vo - 6x9". No adjustments have been made to the original text, giving readers the full antiquarian experience. For quality purposes, all text and images are printed as black and white. This item is printed on demand. Book Information: Sir Alfred C. Lyall. Studies In Literature And History. Indiana: Repressed Publishing LLC, 2012. Original Publishing: Sir Alfred C. Lyall. Studies In Literature And History, . , 1915. Subject: Literature