Stuart A Kallen

"Anyone seeking a job today is entering an economy where an estimated one-third of workers are employed in the gig economy. They are referred to by many job titles including gig workers, freelancers, side-hustlers, on-demand employees, consultants, and independent contractors. While the terms many vary, these wage earners are participating in an alternative workforce that is growing faster than the traditional full-time job market. There is no guarantee...

"Ever since the first smartphones were introduced in 2008, they have been blamed for causing what might be called a distraction pandemic"--

"September 2020 stood out for a number of reasons. The month was the hottest September on record and the year was on track to be the hottest since records were first kept in 1880. The sweltering temperatures were blamed for extreme weather in the United States, Europe, Asia, and elsewhere. Extreme heat was not the only news in September. At the other end of the weather spectrum temperatures in the Northern Plains plunged 55°F (30°C) in one day,...

Covers the music, the musicians, the instruments, and music's place in cultural history. Presents a history of each musical style, from its roots to its expression along with glimpses of the lives of leading composers and musicians. This volume focuses on the music style of American pop.

Covers the music, the musicians, the instruments, and music's place in cultural history. Presents a history of each musical style, from its roots to its expression along with glimpses of the lives of leading composers and musicians. This volume focuses on the music style of jazz.

Provides an overview of important historical events or periods in world history. This volume focuses on the Information Revolution and includes topics on the development of the transistor and integrated circuit, or microchip, in the 1950s.

Covers the music, the musicians, the instruments, and music's place in cultural history. Presents a history of each musical style, from its roots to its expression along with glimpses of the lives of leading composers and musicians. This volume focuses on the music style of rock and roll.

A factbook on the history of classical music, written for young adults. Presents a history of the form, leading composers and musicians in the form, plus sidebars, quotations, annotated bibliographies, and an index.

During World War II, Allied spies and secret agents worked behind the scenes to send messages and discover the enemy's plans. Learn more about these hidden heroes: a famous singer, a baseball player, a writer, and many others.

"As a young adult, you face unique financial challenges when actualizing your dreams. But given the right tools and resources, you can learn to spend wisely and live on your own terms. Understanding the basics is key"--