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CliffsTestPrep Praxis II: Education of Exceptional Students (0353, 0382, 0542, 0544)
Judy L. Paris Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
  Praxis II®: Education of Exceptional Students (0353, 0382, 0542, 0544) About the contents: Introduction Read More...
Clinical Anaesthesia, 3rd Edition
Carl L. Gwinnutt Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
  The importance of the anaesthetist cannot be over-stated. The role continues to evolve and anaesthetists now have contact with the majority of patients admitted to hospital, not only providing the conditions under which surgery can be performed safely, but also playing a major role in preoperative assessment, postoperative care, pain management, recognition and management of the critically ill, and resuscitation. Read More...
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration Study Guide (Exam 70-643, with CD)
Joel Stidley Mon, 11 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0000
  * This comprehensive guide offers 100 percent coverage of the exam's objectives, real-world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions * Prepares readers to configure terminal services, Web Services infrastructure, security for Web Services, communication services, and file and print services * The newest set of Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) and Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) Read More...
70-643: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration, Package
Microsoft Official Academic Course Tue, 15 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
  Exam 70-643, Windows Server 2008 Applications Platform Configuration.    The newest iteration of the Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) program for network administration courses using Windows Server 2008 and mapping to the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) 70-643 certification exam. The MOAC IT Professional series is the Official from Microsoft, turn-key Workforce training program that leads to professional certification Read More...
MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration: Exam 70-642
William Panek, Tylor Wentworth Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
  Efficiently prepare for the Windows Server 2008 certification exam with MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration: Exam 70-642, a comprehensive study tool that will guide you through everything you need to know for the test. This study guide includes 100% coverage of the exam objectives, real world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions, both in the book and on the CD. Read More...
CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional Study Guide, 4th Edition
James Michael Stewart, Ed Tittel, Mike Chapple Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
  Building on the popular Sybex Study Guide approach, CISSP®: Certified Information Systems Security Professional Study Guide, 4th Edition provides 100% coverage of the CISSP Body of Knowledge exam objectives. Find clear and concise information on crucial security topics, practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience, and cutting-edge exam preparation software, including two full-length bonus exams and electronic flashcards. Read More...

 

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Elizabeth Robins - American novelist, actress and feminist. Produced and acted in several Ibsen plays on the West End stage in London. Wrote a large number of speeches defending militant suffragettes between 1906 and 1912. (1862-1952)

Ellen Terry - Established Shakespearean actress and later management of theatres with her son. Helped popularize the work of Henrik Ibsen and George Bernard Shaw.

Ethel Barrymore - American stage actress who made professional debut in New York City and later appeared in London productions. Film career included roles in award-winning, None But the Lonely Heart (1944) and The Spiral Staircase. (1879-1959)

Fanny Kemble - Stage actress in Britain and later in New York City. Developed a considerable following in her early career. Gave up acting only to return to the stage several years later.

Fred Terry - English actor and brother of Ellen Terry. Best known for his romantic role in The Scarlet Pimpernel. Married Julia Neilson, an actress. (1863-1933)

George Alexander - Made his acting debut at Nottingham in 1879. In 1891 Oscar Wilde arranged for Alexander to produce and act in the first production of Lady Windermere's Fan.

George Bernard Shaw - Author, playright and socialist. Biography and quotes from various publications.

George Sims - English playwright, social reformist and journalist. Wrote series of newspaper articles depicting poverty of the working class in London and another series later published as books on child poverty. (1847-1922)

Henry Beerbohm Tree - Character actor and later theatre manager and producer.

Henry Fielding - English dramatist, novelist and journalist. Wrote The History of Tom Jones, considered by critics to be one of the greatest comic novels in the English language. (1707-1754)

Henry Irving - Short biography covering acting and theatre management.

Irene Vanbrugh - English actress who appeared as Phoebe in As You Like It and Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Ernest. Sister of actress Violet Vanbrugh. (1872-1949)

Lily Langtry - Born in Jersey and married Edward Langtry. Achieved the reputation as one of Britain's most beautiful actresses. Her autobiography, The Days I Knew, was published in 1925. 1853-1929)

Margaret Rutherford - Short biography of Oscar-winning actress with an acting career spanning 30 years.

Mark Lemon - English journalist and prolific playwright, with over 60 plays to his credit. Best known as one of the founding members of Punch Magazine and served as joint editor with Henry Mayhew. (1809-1870)

Maud Gonne - Irish actress and political activist. Founded the revolutionary group, the Daughters of Erin. Helped William Butler Yeats establish the Abbey Theatre in Dublin and acted in many of his plays. (1865-1953)

Oscar Wilde - Irish poet, dramatist and novelist. Wrote the novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. Achieved his greatest success with a series of light comedies, including Lady Windermere's Fan and The Importance of Being Ernest. (1854-1900)

Richard Sheridan - Irish dramatist and politician. Wrote popular comedies, including The Rivals and The School for Scandal. Served as under secretary for Foreign Affairs, in the coalition ministry headed by William Pitt, and as under secretary of the navy. (1751-1816)

Sarah Bernhardt - Born in Paris. Moved to London and became one of the leading actresses of her time. Founded the Theatre Sarah Bernhardt in Paris. (1844-1923)

Sarah Siddons - English actress who achieved recognition for her ability in the Drury Lane Theatre in London. Considered to be Britain's leading actress, her final performance on stage was in the role of Lady Macbeth. (1755-1831)

William Makepeace Thackeray - Born in Calcutta, India. Returned to England with his parents and became a journalist and novelist. Wrote Vanity Fair, considered to be his best work, followed by The History of Henry Esmond, Newcomes, and The Virginians. (1811-1863)