“…This book argues that lessons for addressing these national challenges are emerging from a new set of realities in America's metropolitan regions: first, that inequity is, in fact, bad for economic growth; second, that bringing together the concerns of equity and growth requires concerted local action; and, third, that the fundamental building block for doing this is the creation of diverse and dynamic epistemic (or knowledge) communities, which help to overcome political polarization and help regions address the challenges of economic restructuring and social divides"--Provided by publisher…”

“…The Higher Voice of Biology is the story of a group of biologists at the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro who joined the drive to renew the Brazilian nation, claiming as their weapon the voice of their fledgling field. …”

“…Celle-ci se déploie dans cette petite ville brumeuse devenue capitale d'un État autonome en 1815, et qui cherche à susciter une vie intellectuelle qui soit réellement « nationale », à l'heure où la nation est encore à inventer. L'ouvrage aspire ainsi à rendre la place et le rôle des élites sociales et culturelles dans ce processus, et en particulier le rôle majeur joué par la nouvelle université norvégienne fondée en 1811, qui va devenir un haut lieu de production et de diffusion d'une identité originale, qui construit les voies d'un destin particulier. …”

“…It revolves around the following questions: What kinds of experiences have engendered national mobilization and feelings of national belonging? …”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…Overcome your biggest obstacles to success -- Take your vitals -- System overview : your recipe for success -- Grow your revenue -- Expand your platform -- Build your nation of true fans -- Your avatar, dream 50, and my $2 million mistake -- Stage 1 : Strategic planning and production kick-off -- Stage 2 : Guest experience and website groundwork -- Stage 3 : Audio intros, outros, and design -- Stage 4 : Social media, recording software, and inviting guests -- Stage 5 : Final website content and show notes -- Stage 6 : Equipment, software, and editing your interviews -- Launch strategy : how to reach the top of iTunes -- How to be an excellent host -- How to attract sponsorships -- Getting it all done : recruit rock star unpaid interns -- Epilogue: don't quit : win the Oscar instead…”

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