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The Historian’s Huck Finn
Authors: Dighe Ranjit S. 
Published: November 2023

Putting Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn in historical context, connecting it to pivotal issues like slavery, class, money, and American economic expansion, this book engages readers by presenting American history through the lens of a great novel.
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is widely regarded as a classic American novel—a groundbreaking one in which the author attempts to accurately portray society through the use of at-times coarse vernacular English. In this book, readers can experience the full text of Twain's Huckleberry Finn accompanied by annotations in footnote form throughout. As a result, this classic is transformed into a fascinating historical documentation of 19th-century American life and society that touches on topics like slavery, the transportation revolution, race, class, and confidence men.
Bringing the perspective of a social and economic historian, Ranjit S. Dighe offers more than 150 annotations as well as supporting essays that put the characters, incidents, and settings of the book into their historical context. First-time readers get to experience a great American novel with memorable characters, vivid imagery, and a great narrative voice while simultaneously learning about American history; teachers and students who have read Huckleberry Finn before will enjoy re-reading it, especially with insightful annotations that connect the story to the historical timeline. This book exposes the subtle lessons Twain's tale has to teach us about America's growth, development, conflicts, and mass movements in the nation's first century.
The History of Croatia and Slovenia
Authors: Deliso Christopher 
Published: November 2023

This new addition to Greenwood's Histories of the Modern Nations series provides a comprehensive introduction to the intertwined histories of Croatia and Slovenia, two Balkan nations and former members of the Yugoslav Federation.
The recent histories of Croatia and Slovenia have been relatively stable, as both countries have merged successfully into modern Europe. But how did these countries arrive at such a place?
The History of Croatia and Slovenia provides factual overviews of these countries' political systems, geographical details, significant individuals, and more. The volume opens with the prehistoric and ancient roots of these states, though this history predates their modern ethnic and linguistic identities as we know them. Chapters cover the Roman period, followed by barbarian waves and the countries' subsequent absorption into the Venetian, Hungarian, and Holy Roman Empires. The modern period of national awakening in the nineteenth century, when the ethno-genesis of modern Croatia and Slovenia began, is covered in great detail.
The volume additionally covers subsequent turbulent events such as WWI, WWII, the Holocaust, Communist Yugoslavia, and its civil wars of the 1990s, through the events of 2019. Written in approachable yet scholarly language, this volume is ideal for high school and university students, as well as any reader interested in Balkan or European history.
History of Latinos
Authors: Mitchell Pablo R. 
Published: November 2023

The first text of its kind to trace the combined history of Latino groups in the United States from 1500 to the present day.
Latinos have lived in North America for over 400 years, arriving decades before the Pilgrims and other English settlers. Yet for many outside of Latino ethnic groups, little is known about the cultures that comprise the Latino community … surprising considering their increasing presence in the U.S. population—over 50 million individuals at the latest census. This book explores the heritage and history of Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Dominicans, and Central and South Americans.
Unlike similar history surveys on these communities, this book places the 500 years of Latino history into a single narrative. Each chapter discusses the collective group within a particular time period—moving chronologically from 1500 to the present—revealing the shared experiences of community building and discrimination in the United States, the central role of Latinas and Latinos in their communities, and the diversity that exists within the communities themselves.
The History of Poland
Authors: Biskupski M. B. B. 
Published: November 2023

This book is an engaging explanation of the complicated history of Poland, one of the least well-known countries in Europe.
Poland, which has one of the strongest economies in the European Union, has faced significant turmoil throughout the years. Encapsulating centuries of development, this book distills Poland’s historical evolution into patterns, including those that have developed since the first edition was published nearly 20 years ago.
The book begins with an overview of contemporary Poland, providing both basic information about the geography, culture, and current political climate of the country while tying these to major contemporary issues. This introduction is followed by chapters discussing Poland’s long history, starting with the 10th century. The second half of the book presents a history of Poland in the 20th and 21st centuries, covering the major issues affecting the country and offering possible interpretations of them. This updated and revised edition accounts for recent events in Poland and examines the effects of the Polish diaspora globally.
Homeland Security
Authors: LeMay Michael C. 
Published: November 2023

This book provides a comprehensive summary of the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and efforts to protect the United States from international terrorism.
Homeland Security: A Reference Handbook covers the precursor events and laws from 1965 to 2000 that set the stage for the 2002 law that established the Department of Homeland Security. It identifies and discusses a dozen problems associated with homeland security policy objectively, allowing readers to come to their own conclusions. Additionally, it addresses all of the major units and agencies within the department.
Comprehensive in scope and accessible in style, it discusses 46 organizations and profiles 50 actors. Unlike many books on the topic, it provides excerpts and summaries of data, presented in figures and tables and as documents from court decisions, presidential actions, and key laws to implement homeland security policy. It also annotates key secondary sources on the topic, including books, scholarly journals, films, and videos to guide the reader to further research on the subject.
Internet Censorship
Authors: Schell Bernadette H. 
Published: November 2023

Covering topics ranging from web filters to laws aimed at preventing the flow of information, this book explores freedom—and censorship—of the Internet and considers the advantages and disadvantages of policies at each end of the spectrum.
Combining reference entries with perspective essays, this timely book undertakes an impartial exploration of Internet censorship, examining the two sides of the debate in depth. On the one side are those who believe censorship, to a greater or lesser degree, is acceptable; on the other are those who play the critical role of information freedom fighters. In Internet Censorship: A Reference Handbook, experts help readers understand these diverse views on Internet access and content viewing, revealing how both groups do what they do and why.
The handbook shares key events associated with the Internet's evolution, starting with its beginnings and culminating in the present. It probes the motivation of newsmakers like Julian Assange, the Anonymous, and WikiLeaks hacker groups, and of risk-takers like Private Bradley Manning. It also looks at ways in which Internet censorship is used as an instrument of governmental control and at the legal and moral grounds cited to defend these policies, addressing, for example, why the governments of China and Iran believe it is their duty to protect citizens by filtering online content believed to be harmful.
The Judicial System
Authors: LeMay Michael C. 
Published: November 2023

The Judicial System: A Reference Handbook provides an authoritative and accessible one-stop resource for understanding the U.S. judicial system and its place in the fabric of American government and society.
The American judicial system plays a central role in setting and enforcing the legal rules under which the people of the United States live. U.S. courts and laws, though, are complex and often criticized for bias and other alleged shortcomings, The U.S. Supreme Court has emerged as a particular focal point of political partisanship and controversy, both in terms of the legal decisions it hands down and the makeup of its membership.
Like other books in the Contemporary World Issues series, this volume comprises seven chapters. Chapter 1 presents the origins, development, and current characteristics of the American judicial system. Chapter 2 discusses problems and controversies orbiting around the U.S. justice system today. Chapter 3 features a wide-ranging collection of essays that examine and illuminate various aspects of the judicial system. Chapter 4 profiles influential organizations and people related to the justice system, and Chapter 5 offers relevant data and documents about U.S. courts. Chapter 6 is composed of an annotated list of important resources, while Chapter 7 offers a useful chronology of events.
Military Robots and Drones
Authors: Springer Paul J. 
Published: November 2023

This book provides an insightful introduction to the most important field of military innovation for the 21st century—robotic and drone weaponry.
For centuries, warring nations have sought to lower the risk to highly vulnerable humans on the battlefield, typically by providing protective armor, making soldiers' positions more difficult to detect, or by striking from locations safe from retaliation. Autonomous weaponry has now reached the point where robotic systems can perform some key tasks that previously required direct human involvement.
Military Robots and Drones: A Reference Handbook introduces the lay person to a highly specialized topic, providing the foundation necessary for further study in this field. Appropriate for high school and college-level students, as well as general readers with an interest in the topic, the author explains the many military applications of robotics as well as current limitations and disadvantages. The book also provides a general history of robotic warfare; examines key individuals, agencies, documents, and models; discusses controversies within the field of robotic and drone warfare, such as ethical considerations; and explains how increased reliance on robotics has affected the structure and strategy of the military.
Nuclear Power
Authors: Henderson Harry 
Published: November 2023

Provides timely and up-to-date facts, context, perspectives, and tools to make informed decisions about nuclear energy.
In the 21st century, nuclear power has been identified as a viable alternative to traditional energy sources to stem global climate change, and condemned as risky to human health and environmentally irresponsible. Do the advantages of nuclear energy outweigh the risks, especially in light of the meltdown at the Fukushima plant in 2011? This guide provides both a comprehensive overview of this critical and controversial technology, presenting reference tools that include important facts and statistics, biographical profiles, a chronology, and a glossary. It covers major controversies and proposed solutions in detail and contains contributions by experts and important stakeholders that provide invaluable perspective on the topic.
Plastics and Microplastics
Authors: Newton David E. 
Published: November 2023

Plastic plays a vital role in today's world but has become increasingly problematic. Plastics and Microplastics: A Reference Handbook discusses the history and evolution of plastic and its many uses, both in the United States and around the world.
Beginning with a history of plastic—from the first scientific discovery of the material to its diversity of forms and uses in the present day—Plastics and Microplastics: A Reference Handbook discusses the history and evolution of plastic and its many uses, both in the United States and around the world. Importantly, it delves into the problems and controversies concerning plastic and microplastics, such as the pollution of oceans, rivers, and streams; its exceptionally long shelf life; its contribution to air pollution; and ingestion of microplastics by marine life.
One of the most valuable aspects of the book is its survey of the history of plastics and microplastics conducted in a manner that helps readers to identify key issues to address. Moreover, it discusses both implemented and proposed solutions. A perspectives chapter includes a broad range of voices, allowing crucial, diverse perspectives to round out the author's expertise.
Pop Culture in Latin America and the Caribbean
Authors: Nichols Elizabeth Gackstetter , Robbins Timothy R. 
Published: November 2023

This insightful book introduces the most important trends, people, events, and products of popular culture in Latin America and the Caribbean.
In recent times, Latin American influences have permeated American culture through music, movies, television, and literature. This sweeping volume serves as a ready-reference guide to pop culture in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean, focusing on Mexico, Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Haiti, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and Costa Rica, among other areas. The work encourages hands-on engagement with the popular culture in these places, making such suggestions as Brazilian films to rent or where to find Venezuelan music on the Internet.
To start, the book covers various perspectives and issues of these regions, including the influence of the United States, how the idea of machismo reflects on the portrayal of women in these societies, and the representation of Latino-Caribo cultures in film and other mediums. Entries cover key trends, people, events, and products from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day. Each section gives detailed information and profound insights into some of the more academic—and often controversial—debates on the subject, while the inclusion of the Internet, social media, and video games make the book timely and relevant.
OPEN MARKET REPURCHASES AND STOCK PRICE INFORMATIVENESS: EVIDENCE FROM MALAYSIA STOCK MARKET
Authors: MENG CHEE CHONG , AB RAZAK NAZRUL HISYAM 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
The aim of research paper is to examine the effect of stock price informativeness, which is conveyed by stock prices, on firmâ€™s open market repurchases (OMRs) activity. The finding of study is to provide evidence of presence of managerial learning whereby managers could use firm-specific stock return variation to buy back their shares via open market. Evidence is found in the subsample analysis where target sample is separated to two subsamples periods and test separately based on stock market performance. The finding of the 1st subsample (Q12008-Q42013) for OMRs activity indicates that variation of stock return and firm size significantly and positively explains OMRs activity. The finding of 1st subsample is robust in terms of random and fixed effect model. The finding implies that managers observed and learned information from firm-specific variation in stock return during financial crisis and recovery periods when performing open market repurchases.
Keywords: Open market repurchase, managerial learning hypothesis, stock price informativeness, firm-specific return variation, informed trading.
THE IMPACT OF HUMAN RESOURCE STRATEGY TO KNOWLEDGE PROCESS IN THE MALAYSIAN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS FIRMS
Authors: MAMOUN YOUSIF , WAFA SYED AZIZI , ALI HASSAN RAMRAINI 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to identify the impact of HR strategy to knowledge process in the Malaysian electrical and electronics firms. Because of the importance of electrical electronics firms to Malaysian economy, the objectives investigate the impact of human resource strategy, knowledge process in this sector. This paper conducted a quantitative approach using, a questionnaire with five points Likert scale. The respondents of this study consists of 287 managers from electrical and electronics firms across Malaysian states including Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Johor, Kedah, and Melaka, Sabah, Sarawak. The list from the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) indicated that most of firms were located in these states. Statistical package for social science was used to generate the descriptive statistics besides the Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS SEM) as the statistical instrument to examine the measurement model and structural model.
Results confirmed that, human resource strategy is significant to knowledge process (acquisition, conversion, application, protection) in the Malaysian electrical and electronics firms. Based on the results, the HR strategy adopted by a firm has a significant effect and can be a strong predictor of the knowledge. Some guidelines are suggested for top management and decision makers in electrical and electronics firms on how to encourage the application of human resource strategy that enhances the level of knowledge and skills, besides developing appropriate behavior. Eventually, management and decision makers would identify the necessary steps on how to encourage and generate knowledge in their organizations.
IDENTIFICATION OF LEAST CONGESTED AND SHORTEST DISTANCE PATH IN TRAFFIC NETWORK
Authors: KIEN HUA TING , ABDULLAH NORAINI 
Published: November 2023

Traffic congestion, a mobility problem that exists as the traffic volume demand exceeds the capacity of the existing intersections. Conventional approaches such as building flyover and road widening might not be very effective in solving traffic congestion. Therefore, a suggested approach in this study was to change the driverâ€™s behavior in selecting the best path. The shortest path may not be the best path. The added criterion in selecting the best path was the level of service of the path, while the included parameter that determines the level of service was the degree of saturation. Dijkstraâ€™s algorithm was applied to solve the network graph. Excel solver was used to find the solution. Percentage of difference between paths was carried out to find out the difference and significant of the paths. In conclusion, the path with combined criteria of shortest distance and least congested (degree of saturation) would be the best path, instead of solely based on the shortest distance or minimum degree of saturation.
Keywords: Degree of Saturation, Distance, Least Congested, Shortest Path, Dijkstraâ€™s Algorithm and Traffic Network
KAITAN ANTARA KEPIMPINAN, PRESTASI KERJA, KEPUASAN KERJA DAN NIAT MELETAKKAN JAWATAN DALAM KALANGAN KAKITANGAN AKADEMIK POLITEKNIK DI MALAYSIA
Authors: ALI SYARIFAH HANUM , BAHRON ARSIAH HJ , SONDOH JR @ JUDE STEPHEN L. 
Published: November 2023

Abstrak
Penyelidikan ini telah mengamati respons daripada kakitangan akademik politeknik di Malaysia. Penyelidik melakukan kajian ini untuk melihat peranan pemimpin terhadap niat meletakkan jawatan. Penyelidik telah mengajukan beberapa persoalan kajian. Pertama, mengenal pasti perhubungan yang signifikan dalam Kepimpinan Memperkasa Gelagat yang mempengaruhi tindak balas psikologi (kepuasan kerja dan prestasi kerja). Kedua, mengenal pasti perhubungan yang signifikan terhadap tindak balas psikologi dalam mempengaruhi Niat Meletakkan Jawatan. Ketiga, mengenal pasti kesan faktor pengantaraan Kepimpinan Memperkasa Gelagat terhadap Niat Meletakkan Jawatan adalah tindak balas psikologi. SPSS21 dan SmartPLS3 digunakan untuk menganalisis data yang diperoleh daripada 376 responden yang menjawab borang soal selidik yang diedarkan. Penyelidik telah membentuk kaedah kajian iaitu pemboleh ubah tidak bersandar adalah Kepimpinan Memperkasa Gelagat, tindak balas psikologi sebagai faktor pengantaraan dan niat meletakkan jawatan pekerja pemboleh ubah bersandar. Kepimpinan Memperkasa Gelagat mempunyai hubungan signifikan dengan Kepuasan Kerja dan Prestasi Kerja. Secara keseluruhannya, tindakan balas psikologi mempunyai hubungan signifikan dengan niat meletakkan jawatan. Bagi kesan pengantaraan, Kepuasan Kerja dan Prestasi Kerja merupakan faktor pengantaraan bagi Niat Meletakkan Jawatan di antara Kepemimpinan Memperkasa Gelagat dan Niat Meletakkan jawatan. Hasil kajian ini pasti dapat memberi impak kepada pentadbiran politeknik di Malaysia sebagai penunjuk untuk melakukan penambaikan untuk mencapai tujuan yang diinginkan.
Kata Kunci: Kepimpinan Memperkasa Gelagat, Kepuasan Kerja, Prestasi Kerja dan Niat Meletakkan Jawatan
GEORGY ADAMOVICH – MORTUS AND VIVUS
Authors: Белобровцева И.З. 
Published: November 2023

На современном этапе литературоведения изучение Русского зарубежья первой волны достигло значительных результатов, однако все ещѐ остается много белых пятен. С этой точки зрения огромный интерес представляет творчество Леонида Федоровича Зурова, личность которого эмигрантским сообществом воспринималась только в тени И.А. Бунина («Ученик Бунина», «последователь Бунина», даже «эпигон Бунина»). Долгое время литературное сообщество негативно относилось к Зурову, что способствовало формированию негативного образа писателя как бесталанного, неблагодарного. Немалую роль в этом сыграло его психологическое состояние, что подкрепило его славу как психически неуравновешенного человека, проживавшего в семье Бунина в качестве нахлебника. Этот образ укоренился не только в беллетристике, но и в кино. Г.В. Адамович не раз обращался к творчеству Леонида Федоровича Зурова, однако критика была неоднозначна. Ключевые слова: Георгий Адамович, «мортус» = «мертвый», «мортус» = «служитель при чумных», Леонид Зуров, эмпатия
Әдебиеттанудың қазіргі кезеңінде бірінші толқынның орыс шетел әдебиетін зерттеу айтарлықтай нәтижелерге қол жеткізді, бірақ әлі де кӛптеген зерттелмеген шығармалар бар. Осы тұрғыдан алғанда, Леонид Федорович Зуровтың жұмысы үлкен қызығушылық тудырады, оның жеке басын эмигранттар қауымдастығы тек И.А. Буниннің кӛлеңкесінде қабылдады («Буниннің шәкірті», «Буниннің ізбасары», тіпті "Буниннің эпигоны»). Ұзақ уақыт бойы әдеби қоғамдастық Зуровқа теріс кӛзқараспен қарады, бұл жазушының бейнесін әділетсіз дарынсыз, жақсылықты білмейтін адам ретінде қалыптастыруға ықпал етті. Бұл жерде оның психологиялық жағдайы маңызды рӛл атқарды, бұл оның Буниннің отбасында жатып-ішер ретінде ӛмір сүрген ақыл-ойы тең емес адам ретіндегі даңқын арттырды. Бұл сурет тек кӛркем әдебиетте ғана емес, кинода да тамыр жайған. Г.В. Адамович Леонид Федорович Зуровтың шығармашылығына бірнеше рет қарастырды, бірақ сын екіұшты болды. Тҥйін сӛздер: Георгий Адамович, «мортус» = «ӛлі», «мортус» = «оба кезіндегі қызмет- ші», Леонид Зуров, эмпатия.
At the present stage of literary studies, the study of the Russian diaspora of the first wave has achieved significant results, but there are still many white spots. The most interesting is the work of Leonid Fedorovich Zurov. Leonid Zurov appeared to members of the emigrant community in the shadow of I.A. Bunin ("Bunin's Disciple", "Bunin's follower", even "Bunin's epigone") For a long time, the literary community had a negative attitude to the fact that an unfair image of the writer as untalented, ungrateful was cultivated. His psychological state played a significant role in this, which reinforced the fame of a mentally unstable person who lived in Bunin's family as a freeloader. This image took root not only in fiction, but also in cinema. G.V. Adamovich repeatedly turned to the work of Leonid Fedorovich Zurov, but the criticism was ambiguous. Key words: Georgy Adamovich, «mortus» = «dead», «mortus» = «servant of the plague», Leonid Zurov, empathy