Despite an array of predictions that Germany's foreign policy would be unable to adapt easily to the postunification, post-Cold War environment, it has in fact remained effective, even as it evolves in response to myriad challenges. Scott Erb analyzes German policy, with an emphasis on the transitions from 1980 to the present. Erb argues that Germany's success in dealing with a rapidly changing world rests on principles of multilateralism and cooperative institution building developed during the Cold War. These principles are especially well suited now, he finds, as interdependence and turbulence bring traditional notions of sovereignty and self-interest into question. Germany, he concludes, offers a sound model of foreign policy in an age of globalization.

Sales is harder now than ever before. Your prospects aren’t answering the phone or calling you back, there is more competition than ever, and you just seem to be running up against one brick wall after another. In this book, staffing sales expert Tom Erb explains why sales has become increasingly more difficult, talk about the key mistakes that most staffing sales reps are making, and details a systematic sales process that is proven to get more appointments and land more new business in the staffing industry.

An immersive introduction to philosophical theology enfleshed within historical fiction. Three compelling, interwoven narratives boldly intersect everything from Greek mythology to existentialism and the postmodern to clear a path. This is literature that plunges into the depths of human existence, inviting readers to test the strength of the Christian hope in the midst of death and darkness—a hope that is not ignorant but engaged.

Manggarian culture is presently enjoying a renaissance in response to the escalating interest on the part of outsiders who visit their regency in increasing numbers every year. The Manggarian is the definitive tribute to the turbulent and dynamic history of the Manggaraian culture.

Kelly Phillips Erb is the lady with the lowdown. A parent, well-known tax attorney, and Forbes writer, Erb has been blogging about tax issues at taxgirl.com for years. Some of the questions addressed in this book were posed by parents just like you as part of Erb's "ask the TaxGirl" series on her blog. The rest of the book addresses some of the big concerns parents have when facing up to taxes. Erb lays these issues out in a clear, pro-active manner. Inside this book, you'll get the skinny on the basics like filing status, claiming dependents, and determining exemptions. You'll also find helpful information about how to deduct expenses associated with raising kids, including the costs of medical care and child care. Erb tackles a number of tricky credits and deductions including the ever popular, and much maligned, earned income tax credit.

To meet the demands of a dramatically changing health care system, nurses must change & grow. Now more than ever, they are challenged to be effective members of collaborative health care teams, to creatively implement strategies with clients of diverse cultural backgrounds, to manage personnel & budgets, & to understand holistic healing modalities & complementary therapies. The new third edition of Professional Nursing Practice: Concepts & Perspectives has been thoroughly revised to address topics on which students can build their repertoire of professional nursing knowledge. Authoritative & well-written, this text is especially relevant for professional nurses returning for further education or for students in BSN programs. It covers current topics such as managed care, critical thinking, & the nature of professional nursing practice today. New in this Edition * Thirteen new chapters reflect important topics in today's changing health care environment. Topics include: collaboration in health care, critical thinking & decision-making, promoting health for individuals & families, & providing care in the home & community * A new, two-color design, incorporated throughout the text, highlights important information & helps visual learners navigate through the text. * Practicing Nurse Profiles in chapters 17 & 23 provide useful "first person" perspectives as to why practitioners chose their specific practice areas, what their jobs entail, & what qualities would be necessary in these settings. * "Consider..." sections in each chapter present relevant questions or ideas for thought or group discussion. * Readings for Enrichment boxes provide annotated readings from a variety of professional sources to supplement the learner's knowledge & pique an interest in exploring new resources. * More information of special interest to the returning RN student is a new chapter on Advanced Professional Education (chapter 23). Features * A clear, professional writing style effectively engages students & clearly explains concepts. * Best selling authors of Fundamentals of Nursing, Barbara Kozier & Glenora Erb are gifted teachers with a unique ability to speak to the needs of undergraduate nursing students. Kathleen Blais, bridge program coordinator at Florida International University, brings an understanding of issues faced by RNs returning for their BSNs. * Complete & current, this text presents core concepts in professional nursing roles, process, & practice. Hallmark chapters have been completely updated including: Nursing Theories & Conceptual Frameworks; Health & Wellness; Values, Ethics & Advocacy; Legal Rights & Responsibilites; Socialization to Professional Nursing Roles; Learner & Teacher; Change Process; Nursing Process; Group Process; & Supporting Cultural Needs. * Historical perspectives of nursing are now included in chapter 1, "Perspectives of Professional Practice." * Updated nursing research notes in each chapter describe relevant studies & relate them to clinical practice. * New pedagogical features throughout the text are designed to help working students make the most of their studying time. Contents Unit 1: Nature of Professional Nursing Chapter 1 Perspectives of Professional Nursing * Chapter 2 Nursing Theories & Conceptual Frameworks * Chapter 3 Health & Wellness * Chapter 4 Collaboration in Health Care * Chapter 5 Values, Ethics, & Advocacy * Chapter 6 Legal Rights & Responsibilities Unit 2: Professional Nursing Roles Chapter 7 Socialization to Professional Nursing Roles * Chapter 8 Health Promoter * Chapter 9 Learner & Teacher * Chapter 10 Leader & Manager * Chapter 11 Research Consumer Unit 3: Processes Guiding Professional Practice Chapter 12 Critical Thinking & Decision Making * Chapter 13 Change Process * Chapter 14 Nursing Process * Chapter 15 Group Process Unit 4: Elements of Professional Practice Chapter 16 Promoting Health of Individuals & Families * Chapter 17 Providing Care in the Home & Community * Chapter 18 Supporting Cultural Needs * Chapter 19 Enhancing Healing * Chapter 20 Intervening in Crises * Chapter 21 Managing Family Violence Unit 5: Visions for the Future of Nursing Chapter 22 Professional Empowerment & Politics * Chapter 23 Advanced Nursing Education & Practice * Chapter 24 Looking Into the Future Appendixes Index

Studies the cultural impact and audience reception of King Kong from the 1933 release of the original film until today. In Tracking King Kong Cynthia Erb charts the cultural significance of the character of King Kong, from the early 1930s, when Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack’s classic film King Kong was first released, to Peter Jackson’s 2005 remake. Although King Kong has received much academic attention over the past twenty-five years, the bulk of these analyses deal with the film’s human characters rather than Kong himself. In this revised edition of an influential study, Erb argues that King Kong is a particular kind of cultural outsider who represents a cross-penetration of American notions of exoticism and monstrosity. Tracking King Kong considers problems such as race and gender in the King Kong tradition, as well as historical, international, and contemporary audience and fan responses to this classic film and its popular protagonist. Erb begins her examination of King Kong in the 1930s, when the original film was produced and released, extending through the 1970s, when the film and its hero reached the height of their cultural visibility in a remake by Dino De Laurentiis, and concluding with a look at Peter Jackson’s version in 2005. The book includes a detailed production history of the original 1933 film based on primary historical and archival sources; a genre study examining Kong’s relations to horror, jungle adventure, and travel documentary genres; an analysis of Kong’s influence on the Japanese film Godzilla; and a look at sequels, remakes, and spinoffs related to King Kong, such as Mighty Joe Young. Erb also analyzes Jackson’s remake of King Kong, to determine how and why Jackson revised the main character, casting him as a melancholy hero. The revised edition of Tracking King Kong updates a groundbreaking study of King Kong as the iconic character enters the twenty-first century. Scholars of film and television studies as well as general readers interested in film and popular culture will appreciate this significant volume.

Celebrated weekly on WWF by such superstars and commentators as Y2J, Chris Benoit and Lance Storm, Stu Hart is the father of modern day wrestling. First a pro wrestler himself, and later the living legend who trained some of the most formidable athletes in the sport in his own basement, Hart and his family's story reveals the true triumphs and tragedies of professional wrestling. In this insider's account, readers will learn about the horrific death of Stu's son Owen, the rise and fall of his son Bret, and all of the colourful characters and moments in between.