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Ray Lum's Tales of Horses, Mules, and Men

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Readers captivated by this book will be happy that Bill Ferris found Ray Lum and that he thought to turn on a tape recorder. Lum (1891-1977) was a mule skinner, a livestock trader, an auctioneer, and an American original.

This delightful book, first published in 1992 as You Live and Learn. Then You Die and Forget It All, preserves Lum's colorful folk dialect and captures the essence of this one-of-a-kind figure who seems to have stepped full-blooded from the pages of Mark Twain. This riveting tale-spinner was tall, heavy-set, and full of body rhythm as he talked. In his special world, he was famous for trading, for tale-telling, and for common-sense lessons that had made him a savvy bargainer and a shrewd businessman. His home and his auction barn were in Vicksburg, Mississippi, where mules were his main interest, but in trading he fanned out over twenty states and even into Mexico. A west Texas newspaper reported his fame this way, He is known all over cow country for his honest, fair dealing and gentlemanly attitude. . . . A letter addressed to him anywhere in Texas probably would be delivered.

Over several years, Ferris recorded Lum's many long conversations that detail livestock auctioneering, cheery memories of rustic Deep South culture, and a philosophy of life that is grounded in good horse sense. Even among the most spellbinding talkers, Lum is a standout both for what he has to say and for the way he says it. Ferris's lucky, protracted encounters with him turn out to be the best of good fortune for everybody.

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The concept of "screen memories" was introduced by Freud for the first time in his 1899 paper, reprinted here in its entirety. Although the clinical interest in "screen memories" has perhaps diminished in recent analytic discussion, there is much to be gained from revisiting and re-examining both the phenomenon and Freud's original paper within a contemporary context. To this end, Gail S. Reed and Howard B. Levine have invited contributions from eight leading psychoanalysts on the current meaning and value to them of the screen memory concept. These comments come from contemporary psychoanalysts practicing in Italy, Francophone Switzerland, Argentina, Israel, and the United States of America, each of whom has been trained in one or another of a variety of psychoanalytic traditions, among which are ego psychology, a French version of Freud, an American version of Lacan and at least two variants of Kleinian thought - one British and one Latin American. Their comments range from advocating that screen memories are an important, even central, feature of contemporary analytic work (LaFarge, Cohen), to finding the concept less universally applicable, but nonetheless compelling (Ahumada). The editors hope that the encounter with these creative and thought-provoking commentaries will  give new meaning to our appreciation of this important clinical phenomenon and stimulate further research and clinical observation into its origins and uses. Contributors: Jorge L. Ahumada, Franco De Masi, Rivka R. Eifermann, Lucy LaFarge, Nellie Thompson, Shlomith Cohen, Florence Guignard, Howard B. Levine, Gail S. Reed, and John P. Muller.

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Quietly step into a group therapy meeting and listen to the members and the celebrated group therapist struggle to connect in true relationship. Witness the Russian Revolution and famine through the eyes of a boy. Watch two Jewish children in East L.A. in the 50's, trying to make sense of their world. Go deep into the Social Unconscious and discover how these adventures are not only connected to each other but to YOU as well.

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Thomas Sankara, often called the African Che Guevara, was president of Burkina Faso, one of the poorest countries in Africa, until his assassination during the military coup that brought down his government. Although his tenure in office was relatively short, Sankara left an indelible mark on his countrys history and development. An avowed Marxist, he outspokenly asserted his countrys independence from France and other Western powers while at the same time seeking to build a genuine pan-African unity.
Ernest Harsch traces Sankaras life from his student days to his recruitment into the military, early political awakening, and increasing dismay with his countrys extreme poverty and political corruption. As he rose to higher leadership positions, he used those offices to mobilize people for change and to counter the influence of the old, corrupt elites. Sankara and his colleagues initiated economic and social policies that shifted away from dependence on foreign aid and toward a greater use of the countrys own resources to build schools, health clinics, and public works. Although Sankaras sweeping vision and practical reforms won him admirers both in Burkina Faso and across Africa, a combination of domestic opposition groups and factions within his own government and the army finally led to his assassination in 1987.
This is the first English-language book to tell the story of Sankaras life and struggles, drawing on the authors extensive firsthand research and reporting on Burkina Faso, including interviews with the late leader. Decades after his death, Sankara remains an inspiration to young people throughout Africa for his integrity, idealism, and dedication to independence and self-determination.

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A History of Girlhood, Labor, and Social Development in Colonial Lagos

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In Making Modern Girls, Abosede A. George examines the influence of African social reformers and the developmentalist colonial state on the practice and ideology of girlhood as well as its intersection with child labor in Lagos, Nigeria. It draws from gender studies, generational studies, labor history, and urban history to shed new light on the complex workings of African cities from the turn of the twentieth century through the nationalist era of the 1950s.
The two major schemes at the center of this study were the modernization project of elite Lagosian women and the salvationist project of British social workers. By approaching children and youth, specifically girl hawkers, as social actors and examining the ways in which local and colonial reformers worked upon young people, the book offers a critical new perspective on the uses of African children for the production and legitimization of national and international social development initiatives.
Making Modern Girls demonstrates how oral sources can be used to uncover the social history of informal or undocumented urban workers and to track transformations in practices of childhood over the course of decades. George revises conventional accounts of the history of development work in Africa by drawing close attention to the social welfare initiatives of late colonialism and by highlighting the roles that African women reformers played in promoting sociocultural changes within their own societies.

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Patrice Lumumba was a leader of the independence struggle in what is today the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as well as the countrys first democratically elected prime minister. After a meteoric rise in the colonial civil service and the African political elite, he became a major figure in the decolonization movement of the 1950s. Lumumbas short tenure as prime minister (19601961) was marked by an uncompromising defense of Congolese national interests against pressure from international mining companies and the Western governments that orchestrated his eventual demise.
Cold war geopolitical maneuvering and well-coordinated efforts by Lumumbas domestic adversaries culminated in his assassination at the age of thirty-five, with the support or at least the tacit complicity of the U.S. and Belgian governments, the CIA, and the UN Secretariat. Even decades after Lumumbas death, his personal integrity and unyielding dedication to the ideals of self-determination, self-reliance, and pan-African solidarity assure him a prominent place among the heroes of the twentieth-century African independence movement and the worldwide African diaspora.
Georges Nzongola-Ntalajas short and concise book provides a contemporary analysis of Lumumbas life and work, examining both his strengths and his weaknesses as a political leader. It also surveys the national, continental, and international contexts of Lumumbas political ascent and his swift elimination by the interests threatened by his ideas and practical reforms.

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Projects and Inspiration from Katy Jones

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Using fabulous fabrics and graphic pops of color, popular blogger Katy Jones presents time-honored and original quilt-block patterns, plus four fun projects. Beginner-friendly instructions include machine piecing, working with squares and triangles, basic machine applique, and fussy cutting for big impact with little effort.Select from 25 rotary-cut blocks; find traditional designs as well as fresh interpretations and new blocksFollow clear and accurate instructions, measurements, and diagrams for easy constructionCreate skill-building projects such as a coaster, pillow, armchair sewing butler, and vibrant quilt

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25 Patterns to Knit for Comfort, Gratitude, and Charity

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So many of us have been impacted by breast cancer, whether we've dealt with it personally or know someone who has. A special knitted gift is a tangible way to show our support to loved ones--or our appreciation to our caregivers. These beautiful knitting patterns are ideal.Choose from 25 quick-to-knit accessories, including super soft hats, pretty shawls, cozy socks, slippers, blankets, pillows, and moreIncorporate affordable amounts of luscious yarns such as alpaca, cashmere, and silk that are soothing against the skin and easy to wear comfortablyUse those waiting-room hours to knit something from the heart that will be welcomed and treasured

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17 New Patterns from the Staff at That Patchwork PlaceA

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Inspired by fat quarters--those irresistible little bundles of color--the quilting experts at That Patchwork PlaceA have created 17 enticing new quilt patterns.Showcase everything from batiks to Japanese taupes, reproduction prints, and modern prints and solidsCount on expert instructions and clear, step-by-step illustrationsGet helpful tips throughout this follow-up to the best-selling books A Baker's Dozen and Jelly Babies

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22 Practical Projects for the Modern Sewist

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Cassie Barden, author of the best-selling The New Handmade, and talented designer Adrienne Smitke present an exciting new array of designs for the modern sewist. Discover creative, stylish, and above all, practical projects by young designers who really know how to sew.Find 22 enticing ideas for bags and accessories, items for travel, and home decor--a terrific valueLearn a variety of ways to personalize and embellishFollow clear, step-by-step instructions to create beautiful projects you'll appreciate for both their utility and style

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Turn stippling and simple lines into fabulous designs! By focusing on only one block or area at a time--rather than the whole quilt at once--Eva A. Larkin makes it easy to create eye-catching free-motion quilting. Enjoy this eagerly awaited follow-up to the best-selling Free-Motion Quilting Made Easy.Select from six different frame styles that can be stitched in any quilt-block size--without tracing or resizingUse each frame design on its own, enhance it with filler designs, or outline the frame and/or filler with stitching, opening up hundreds of design optionsFind a sequence of clear illustrations for each design, showing the order to stitch for both outlining and filling

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Modern Quilts from the Blogging Universe

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You'll be inspired by the work of these stars from the blogging universe, all of whom are innovative quiltmakers.Discover 19 beautifully unique quilts with a modern aestheticPlay with ideas such as negative space, purposeful imperfections, and improvisational piecingEnjoy the featured bloggers' musings on modern quilting, their personal design process, and their blogs

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19 Patterns for Scarves, Wraps, and More

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In this follow-up to her wildly popular books Ocean Breezes and Nature's Wrapture, Sheryl Thies has outdone herself with a stunning new collection of nature-inspired designs. Revel in knitting ideas gathered from a wide array of flowers, grasses, and vines.Choose from exquisite designs, including scarves, shawls, wraps, and shrugsCapture the beauty of plant forms with lace, cables, bobbles, and other knitting stitchesEnjoy modern designs that require minimal or no finishing

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With a growing reputation for gorgeous patterns, the owner of Dolce Handknits presents 16 of her top-selling designs. Stylish and contemporary, these patterns range from weekend casual to office chic.Find something luscious for every season and skill level, including tanks, pullovers, and cardigansEnjoy a skillful combination of fashion and wearability; you'll reach for these garments again and againExperience the joys of knitting--the patterns feature soothing, meditative repetition with just enough challenge to keep things interesting

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Fresh Quilting Patterns for the Holidays

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You'll love these crisp, eye-catching quilts rooted in tradition but with a refreshingly updated style. In a departure from her much-admired floral patterns, Cindy Lammon demonstrates her range with pretty pieced quilts, stockings, a tree skirt, and much more--all composed of simple shapes.Select from 14 cheery projects that lend themselves to both modern and traditional fabricsEnjoy these quilt patterns year-round; patterns can be used to produce stunning quilts for any seasonFind easy, confidence-building designs for beginning and intermediate quilters and sewists

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With inspiration and zest, a host of talented quilters bring a smorgasbord of exciting projects to the table! Enjoy stunning graphic designs by Natalie Barnes, Audrie Bidwell, Josee Carrier, Jenifer Dick, Amy Ellis, Heather Jones, Thomas Knauer, Jessica Levitt, Angela Walters, and Candi Weinrick.Feast your eyes on 11 tantalizing quilt runners ranging from modern to traditional--a great valueTry new techniques and color palettes on small projects that require a minimal investment of time and fabricDiscover how a simple accent can give your decor a big lift

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Applique Quilt Patterns to Celebrate the Season

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Brighten your holidays with a timeless collection of 13 cheery projects! In her distinctively beautiful style, Cheryl Almgren Taylor presents a festive follow-up to her popular book Deck the Halls.Spruce up your home with pieced and fusible-applique projects such as table runners, wall hangings, a bed runner, pillow, and Christmas-card holderCreate holiday motifs ranging from a delightful children's Christmas pageant to stockings, poinsettias, candy canes, ornaments, and moreFind exciting ideas for gift giving, including special gifts with elegance and sparkle

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12 Scrappy Patchwork and Applique Quilt Patterns

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Kim Diehl adds a delightful new collection to her best-selling Simple series of books. Quilters will be thrilled to find beautifully scrappy quilt patterns in a variety of sizes.Kim's signature "Pin Point" tips help ensure successGorgeous photos offer a host of inspiring decorating ideasQuilt patterns feature Kim's trademark mixture of patchwork and applique

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Designer Myra Harder presents time-honored Amish quilts along with a modern reinterpretation of each bold, graphic design. With varied color palettes and construction methods, she achieves dramatically different looks.Find two distinct patterns for every design: one traditionally Amish, one modern for a total of 16 extraordinary projectsExplore the versatility of quilt designs such as Pineapple, Log Cabin, and Ohio StarAchieve effective results whether you prefer classic Amish solids or a brighter, lighter palette in prints

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In this follow-up to her best-selling Take 5, Kathy Brown has outdone herself with a terrific collection of all-new quilt patterns.Choose from 16 easy quilt patterns with broad appeal, each made from just five fabricsShowcase the latest quilt fabrics in a variety of scrappy and complex-looking designsCreate beautiful projects based on traditional quilt patterns, using Kathy's simplified approach to fabric selection