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James George Frazer attempted to define the shared elements of religious belief and scientific thought, discussing fertility rites, human sacrifice, the dying god, the scapegoat, and many other symbols and practices whose influences had extended into 20th-century culture. His thesis is that old religions were fertility cults that revolved around the worship and periodic sacrifice of a sacred king. Frazer proposed that mankind progresses from magic...
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Based on Webster's Third International Dictionary, this desk dictionary reflects the descriptive philosophy of the parent volume. The dictionary lists upwards of 150,000 entries and emphasizes contemporary pronunciation, meaning and use. This is one of the finest mid-sized dictionaries available and should be in every collection at every level.
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Completely updated for 2014 returns! Deduct It! shows you how to maximize your business deductions--quickly, easily and legally. Easy to read and full of real-world examples, Deduct It! will pay for itself many times over. It covers deductions for: start-up and operating expenses travel, meals and entertainment home offices (including new IRS rules) health care equipment and inventory Obamacare and more Includes detailed information on the new health...
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"Published annually for more than eighty years, the Shooter's Bible is the most comprehensive and sought-after reference guide for new firearms and their specifications, as well as for thousands of guns that have been in production and are currently on the market. With more than seven million copies sold, this is the must-have reference book for gun collectors and firearm enthusiasts of all ages. Nearly every firearms manufacturer in the world is...
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Whether you're an inventor, designer, writer or programmer, you need to understand the language of intellectual property law. Otherwise, you can't intelligently deal with intellectual property issues such as: who owns creative works or valuable information; how owners can protect and enforce their ownership rights; how disputes between intellectual property owners can be resolved, and how ownership rights can best be transferred to others. With Patent,...
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Reports on individuals who have undergone gender-affirming care, including puberty blockers, hormone therapies, and surgeries, and who have later sought to reverse these treatments, and in some cases have filed lawsuits regarding their experiences. This book uses in-depth interviews with "detransitioners" to argue that the actions of some in the medical profession and the transgender community amount to abuse and profiteering.
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"The updated easy-to-learn reference for rough carpentry and framing Complete Book of Framing, Second Edition is an updated, easy-to-learn guide to rough carpentry and framing written by an expert with more than thirty years of framing experience. This book guides the reader through the steps on framing floors, walls, roofs, door and window openings, and stairs. Hundreds of color photographs and illustrations help the reader understand the basics...
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Probate court proceedings after a death can drag out and cost tens of thousands of dollars in attorney and court fees-money that would otherwise have gone directly to your loved ones. This topselling guide shows you the most effective ways to skip the probate process. Completely updated, this edition includes the latest state laws on probate avoidance methods, and covers all the estate-related impacts of the recent changes to federal rules on retirement...
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Independent contractors can freelance with confidence and businesses can outsource without fear. This book explains how to establish an independent contractor relationship and provides easy-to-use sample contracts to document the relationship and avoid disputes. Get your contract in writing. Designed for both independent contractors and the businesses that hire them, Consultant & Independent Contractor Agreements is the most comprehensive guide you’ll...
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"From the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of the epic adventure tale The Emerald Mile comes the most dramatic and deeply moving account ever of walking the Grand Canyon, a highly dangerous, life-changing 750-mile trek. The Grand Canyon is an American treasure, visited by more than 6 million people a year, many of whom are rendered speechless by its vast beauty, mystery, and complexity. Now, in A Walk in the Park, author Kevin Fedarko...
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"This book will help the reader negotiate and draft a licensing agreement that best protects the reader's interests. Discusses how to navigate the licensing landscape, protect intellectual property rights, sort out ownership rights, work with licensing agents, protect confidential information, find and solicit potential licensees, license overseas, and reveal the invention safely. Covers industry-standard Fair, Reasonable, and Nondiscriminatory (FRAND)...
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"Running a Bar For Dummies shows veteran and future bar owners and managers how to establish and maintain a successful business. You'll learn insider tips for keeping customers satisfied and the business operating smoothly. With the easy-to-follow guidance in this book, you can navigate your way through the maze of licensing and permits, develop a business plan, learn how to market your business, and create a profitable establishment. You'll also...
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"This guidebook contains legal and practical information for tenants, and contains dozens of sample letters and forms. Topics discussed include: getting landlords to make repairs by using rent withholding or repair-and-deduct; avoiding disputes with roommates over rent, deposits, guests, and noise; fighting illegal discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment; dealing with hazards like lead paint, mold, or bedbugs; breaking a lease with minimum...
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Preparing for your day in court can make the difference between receiving a check and writing one. Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court explains the steps necessary to sue someone or defend yourself in small claims court successfully. You'll learn how to do the following: determine the case's value draft a demand letter negotiate a settlement file and serve papers present supporting evidence question witnesses, and ...
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Whether you want to get a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge, wander among giant redwood trees in Sequoia National Park, or camp in Yosemite Valley, the local Fodor's travel experts in Northern California are here to help! Fodor's Northern California guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.
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"This book takes the reader through the process of selling their house from start to finish. Discusses setting a price that will attract buyers, finding the right real estate agent, determining which repairs and upgrades pay off, making legally required disclosures to buyers, evaluating purchase offers, and negotiating and closing escrow successfully. This book also provides tips from industry pros-including real estate agents, attorneys, home stagers,...
