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Why would the multimillionaire producer of Cats, The Phantom of the Opera, and Miss Saigon take his limo from Manhattan to the struggling former steel town of Levittown, Pennsylvania, to see a high school production of Les Misérables? To see the show performed by the astoundingly successful theater company at Harry S Truman High School, run by its legendary director, Lou Volpe. Broadway turns to Truman High when trying out controversial shows such as Rent and Spring Awakening before they move on to high school theater programs across the nation. Volpe’s students from this blue-collar town go on to become Emmy-winning producers, entertainment executives, newscasters, and community-theater founders.

At the age of 38, Danish scientist Rikke Schmidt Kjærgaard is struck down by an acute bout of bacterial meningitis. Weeks later, she wakes from a coma in intensive care to find herself “locked in,” unable to show she is conscious except by blinking her eyes. Despite a mere 5 percent chance of survival, she makes a miraculous recovery and returns to the world - painfully learning how to breathe, move, eat, and speak again, even resume her work as a scientist.

This comprehensive yet easy-to-follow study guide is designed specifically for future LPNs who want a clear, structured, and high-impact approach to exam preparation. Whether you're just starting your review or in the final stretch before test day, this book will help you maximize your study time, master essential nursing concepts, and develop the critical thinking skills needed to tackle even the toughest NCLEX-PN questions.

Success on the PCCN exam requires more than just rote memorization or sharp test-taking skills. It requires strategy. A systematic approach that helps you break down and translate each question into familiar terms, so you can make full use of your clinical judgment and silence exam anxiety. This book provides you with that strategy.

In the fast-paced world of business and personal relationships, the ability to instantly connect with others is invaluable. "The Secrets of Instant Rapport" by renowned sales trainer and coach Wayne Sutton is a transformative guide that unveils the art of making an immediate, genuine connection with the people you meet. This book is not just about making a great first impression; it's a deep dive into the psychological nuances and subtle dynamics that foster strong, lasting relationships in both personal and professional spheres.

World-renowned Christian philosopher. Beloved professor. Author of the classic Lament for a Son. Nicholas Wolterstorff is all of these and more. His memoir In This World of Wonders opens a remarkable new window into the life and thoughts of this remarkable man. In This World of Wonders is the story of a thoughtful and grateful Christian whose life has been shaped by many loves - love of philosophy, love of family, love of art and architecture, love of nature and gardening, and more. It’s a lovely, wonderful story.

Are you an educator, instructional leader, or lifelong learner curious about artificial intelligence—but not sure where to begin? AI in Education: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence Tools to Transform Teaching and Professional Practice is your go-to audio companion for navigating the future of education with clarity and confidence. Whether you're driving, walking, or relaxing at home, this audiobook brings the world of AI to life with practical insights, real classroom examples, and visionary strategies designed to support your growth.

Are you ready to embark on the journey to become a U.S. Foreign Service Officer (FSO)? Preparing for the Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) can be an intimidating task, but with the right approach, resources, and strategies, you can confidently navigate the exam and move closer to your dream career in diplomacy. This comprehensive study guide provides everything you need to succeed in your FSOT preparation, offering valuable insights into every section of the test, from English expression and grammar to U. S. government, economics, and international affairs.

The ultimate NCLEX-RN Study Guide is your key to passing the exam on your first try! This comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide is designed to simplify complex nursing concepts and maximize your study efficiency.

Author Rashed Haq is a subject matter expert on AI, having developed AI and data science strategies, platforms, and applications for Publicis Sapient's clients for more than 10 years. He shares that expertise in the new audiobook Enterprise Artificial Intelligence Transformation. The first of its kind, this audiobook grants technology leaders the insight to create and scale their AI capabilities and bring their companies into the new generation of technology.

That Monday afternoon, in high-school gyms across America, kids were battling for the only glory American culture seems to want to dispense to the young these days: sports glory. But at Dos Pueblos High School in Goleta, California, in a gear-cluttered classroom, a different type of “cool” was brewing. A physics teacher with a dream - the first public high-school teacher ever to win a MacArthur Genius Award - had rounded up a band of high-I.Q. students who wanted to put their technical know-how to work.

Kali Linux is one of the many programs out there that helps us in the constant fight—it could even be called a war—with malicious hackers. To fully use all the advantages it offers, we could spend years in training and development, but with a little research, anyone can learn just the basics of cyber security. The first step is always smart clicking, updating software, and staying educated on security awareness. Once you are fully aware of how essential cyber-security is, you can start making your personal and company data less accessible to one of the many scams, viruses, and dangers ...

Our Dantes study guides are different! The Business Ethics and Society Dantes/DSST study guide teaches you what you need to know to pass the DSST test.

We aim to simplify the complexities of the stock market as much as possible. We find that you need to be extremely picky when buying/selling equities as the percentages of you being right are not in your favor—especially if you don't use a consistent system. There are no guarantees in the market. Selectivity and risk/reward is the name of the game. With a proven method like ours, you too can have the odds in your favor and make money anywhere with an internet connection.

Best selling author Amir Aczel ( God's Equation) delves into the riddle of infinity, religion and science with "mad" mathematician Georg Cantor, in what Booklist calls "an indispensable book for anyone interested in the darker side of intellectual progress."

This book is intended to help candidates prepare for the Life, Accident and Health insurance exam. You may see some or all of these questions on your actual exam.

Learn how to become a professional burlesque dancer with clear, detailed steps illustrated by real-life examples of famous performers from the 20th century and current stars, and benefit from a former performer’s insight.

Making Sound Money Moves is a must-consume playbook on money and behavioral psychology that will turn financially illiterate jocks into money-managing rockstars. Every topic was meticulously curated for the aspirational millionaire. You don't have to be a professional athlete to score sound money management tips from this book.

This audiobook provides key vocabulary in Japanese that doctors, nurses, surgeons, emergency medical technicians, and others involved in medicine, healthcare, or wellness will need when working in Japan or with Japanese-speaking patients.

Over 20 years ago, the students in first-year teacher Erin Gruwell’s high school class in Long Beach, California, were labeled “unteachable” - but she saw past that. Instead of treating them as scores on a test, she understood that each of them had a unique story to tell. Inspired by books like Anne Frank’s diary, her students began writing their own diaries, eventually dubbing themselves the Freedom Writers. Together, they co-authored The Freedom Writers Diary, which launched a movement that remains incredibly relevant and impactful today.