The Secret Integration

"An exhilarating spectacle of greatness discovering its powers." - New Republic "Funny and wise enough to charm the gravity from a rainbow...All five of the pieces have unusual narrative vigor and inventiveness." - New York Times Compiling five short stories originally written between 1959 and 1964, Slow Learner showcases Thomas Pynchon’s writing before the publication of his first novel V. The stories compiled here are “The Small Rain,” “Low-lands,” “Entropy,” “Under the Rose,” and “The Secret Integration,” along with an introduction by Pynchon himself that Time magazine calls his "first public gesture toward autobiography."

Out of Touch investigates how skin has become a crucial but disavowed figure in twentieth-century literature, theory, and cultural criticism. These discourses reveal the extent to which skin figures in the cultural effect of changes in visual technologies, a development argued by critics to be at the heart of the contest between surface and depth and, by extension, Western globalization and identity politics. The skin has a complex history as a metaphorical terrain over which ideological wars are fought, identity is asserted through modification as in tattooing, and meaning is inscribed upon the human being. Yet even as interventions on the skin characterize much of this history, fantasy and science fiction literature and film trumpet skin's passing in the cybernetic age, and feminist theory calls for abandoning the skin as a hostile boundary.

The Secret Strategies of Successful Working Dads is a must-read for any father looking to excel in both their professional and personal lives. This insightful book provides a comprehensive guide to help working dads navigate the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities, while still achieving success in their careers. In this book, you will discover a wealth of practical strategies and tips that successful working dads have used to effectively manage their time, set priorities, and organize their tasks. You will learn how to create a flexible work arrangement that allows you to be present for your family while still meeting your professional obligations. The importance of open communication and negotiating work expectations is also emphasized, as these are key factors in maintaining a supportive work environment. The Secret Strategies of Successful Working Dads also highlights the significance of having a strong family support system and taking care of your own well-being. You will gain valuable insights into stress management techniques and learn how to establish work-life boundaries that allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Building strong relationships with your family is a central theme throughout the book. You will discover effective ways to spend quality time with your loved ones, engage in active parenting, and support your partner in their own endeavors. Continuous learning and growth, both professionally and personally, are also emphasized as essential components of success. The book concludes with a section dedicated to frequently asked questions, providing answers and additional guidance on common concerns that working dads may have. Whether you are seeking advice on time management, work-life balance, or personal development, this book has you covered. If you have any questions or comments, the author encourages you to reach out. The Secret Strategies of Successful Working Dads is a valuable resource that will empower you to thrive in both your career and your role as a father. Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools you need to become a successful working dad. This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents The Secret Strategies of Successful Working Dads Flexible Work Arrangements Effective Time Management Setting Priorities Efficient Task Organization Open Communication Negotiating Work Expectations Supportive Work Environment Family Support System Self-Care and Well-being Balancing Personal Needs Stress Management Techniques Work-Life Boundaries Building Strong Relationships Quality Time with Family Active Parenting Supporting their Partner Continuous Learning and Growth Professional Development Personal Development Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?

This book will change the way you see the cards. “For years, Wald and Ruth Ann Amberstone’s deep work on the symbols and esoteric traditions of the Rider-Waite-Smith cards has been a legend, the learning and inspiration available only to their students. This book is useful in the deepest possible sense.” —Rachel Pollack, author of Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom Bringing imagery and intuition into a course of study of the tarot, Unlocking the Secret Language of Tarot sets itself apart from other tarot books by teaching you how to translate the pictorial symbolism from one deck to another, strengthening your ability to recognize specific icons in any deck and in the world around you. It can be used as both a reference book and as a series of guided meditations on the individual symbols. Each of the seven chapters discusses symbols with a common theme—crowns, pillars, mountains, crosses, etc.—and provides the lore and mythological meanings of each card. The authors also include an integration lesson and a special symbol spread for each chapter to help deepen your understanding of the cards. Written by two of the consummate authorities on tarot in the world, Ruth Ann and Wald Amberstone, this book reveals the hidden current of symbolic meanings and connections in the tarot, unlocking the secrets of the cards to help illuminate every reader’s path in life. Previously published as The Secret Language of Tarot, this is an accessible, must-have guide for any tarot reader.

The dictionary lists each character from Pynchon's fiction up through his most recent novel, including the most likely etymology of each name. In addition, the thorough introduction examines Pynchon's character names as a part of his greater literary strategy, establishing a set of categories through which most of the names may be understood.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Workshop on Digital Forensics and Watermarking, IWDW 2017, held in Magdeburg, Germany, in August 2017. The 30 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 48 submissions. The contributions are covering the state-of-the-art theoretical and practical developments in the fields of digital watermarking, steganography and steganalysis, forensics and anti-forensics, visual cryptography, and other multimedia-related security issues. Also included are the papers on two special sessions on biometric image tampering detection and on emerging threats of criminal use of information hiding : usage scenarios and detection approaches.

For David Cowart, Thomas Pynchon's most profound teachings are about history- history as myth, as rhetorical construct, as false consciousness, as prologue, as mirror, and as seedbed of national and literary identities. In one encyclopedic novel after another, Pynchon has reconceptualized historical periods that he sees as culturally definitive. This book offers a deft analysis of the problems of history as engaged by our greatest living novelist and argues for the continuity of Pynchon's historical vision. -- from Back Cover