New Releases by Bob Thomas

The Walt Disney Company honors its 100th anniversary in 2023. As part of the festivities, this must-have biography tells the story of Walt Disney''s life— told as no other book can! Walt Disney is an American hero. From Mickey Mouse to Disneyland, he changed the face of American culture. His is a success story like no other: a man who developed animated film into an art form and made a massive contribution to the folklore of the world. After years of research, respected Hollywood biographer Bob Thomas produced a definitive biography of the man behind the legend of Disney: the unschooled cartoonist from Kansas City who when bankrupt on his first movie venture and developed into the genius who produced unmatched works of animation, and ultimately was the creative spirit of an international entertainment empire that has enchanted generations. Complete with a collection of rare photographs, Walt Disney: An American Original is a fascinating and inspirational work that captures the spirit of Walt Disney. This Commemorative Edition includes new: introductions from Jeff Kurtti and Marcy Carriker Smothers a 32-page photo insert with rare behind-the-scenes photos endnotes to add further context and connect Walt''s story to today Searching for more ways to connect with the Disney Parks and films? Explore these books from Disney Editions: Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World: Recipes & Stories from The Most Magical Place on Earth A Portrait of Walt Disney World: 50 Years of The Most Magical Place on Earth Birnbaum''s 2023 Walt Disney World: The Official Vacation Guide Birnbaum''s 2023 Walt Disney World for Kids: The Official Guide Art of Coloring: Walt Disney World Maps of the Disney Parks: Charting 60 Years from California to Shanghai Poster Art of the Disney Parks Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks: Celebrations Around the World from Fall to Winter The Haunted Mansion: Imagineering a Disney Classic The Disney Monorail: Imagineering a Highway in the Sky

ue to Russia''s attempted invasion of Ukraine, Ukraine has been in the news now more than at any time in recent memory. But what is this country like? What are it''s people like? What is it like in REAL LIFE, to a foreigner from halfway around the world?In 2016 as my corporate I.T. career was winding down, I sold, gave away, or threw away almost everything I had, packed two suitcases, and MOVED TO UKRAINE where I lived for five years experiencing real life in this wonderful country. I lived in the most historic section of Kyiv, became friends with some of the best people I''ve ever met, and had life-changing experiences along the way.This book is about those eye-opening, life-changing experiences, some good, some bad, while living halfway around the world.I tell how I was able to so quickly become acquainted with people from a wide range of Ukrainian life, how my life became carefree and rewarding at the same time, and how I faced down a deadly medical condition thanks to the great Ukrainian surgeons who saved my life, and then how I fled the country in 2022 amidst screaming air raid sirens and aerial bombardment!It''s pretty racy for a corporate I.T. cubicle guy!You''ll meet some of the key characters of my journey, and stories are broken by segments introducing you to some of the more interesting, unique elements of their culture and thinking.I want you to experience this amazing place through my adventures!

Memoir of the Rev C.R. (''Bob'') Thomas

Finally, an easy understanding of Bible prophecy that reference events in their natural order much like a map! See the 7 seals, trumps, and bowls in the book of Revelation fall right into place. Also includes an easy to understand placement of the rapture. No time wasted on speculation and imagination that lead to wordy explanations. Sound too simple, that''s how the Bible is meant to be read! Bonus section on the prophetic chapters of Ezekiel 38 and 39. Navigate the Bible using one reference at a time and see prophecy flow to its natural course! *My pledge is to share God''s word while keeping this book close to production cost.

In If I Knew Then, which was first published in 1962, Debbie Reynolds makes her debut as an author, having already excelled in numerous other fields of expression—including appearing in motion pictures, on the stage, in vaudeville and on television, and selling more than a million copies of her record “Tammy,” from the movie Tammy and the Bachelor (1957). “I’m Debbie Reynolds. “Well, I’m not really Debbie; I’m Mary Frances. But if you like Debbie you can call me that. Or you can call me Sis, like my father, or Frannie, like my brother, or Mrs. Karl or—Whatever you want to call me, I’m pleased to meet you. “Now let’s get down to cases. Like the Case of Why Debbie Reynolds Is Writing a Book. That’s one that even Perry Mason would have trouble solving. “Me write a book? “I can imagine the hubbub this will arouse in certain quarters “People who know me well know I will not be swayed by flattery. I am going to write this book, anyway. First I’d better list what this book is not. “1. It is not an autobiography of Little Me. The life and times of this belle will have to be written a few decades hence. “2. It will not teach you how to play the piano in forty-five (45) days. “3. It will not cure nervous tension, negative thinking or excess acidity. “Then what is it? “It is a book about the things I have learned, often the hard way. It was prompted by the people who have written me for advice on a variety of subjects, mainly personal. Why me, I don’t know. But they write....”—Debbie Reynolds

With the Lorilon war hopelessly dragging on, Captain Stuart Joseph commander of the Home World Third Fleet has taken a calculated risk, disobeying direct orders the fleet has destroyed the Lorilon stronghold of Tor Dunlaw. It is a risk he knows may cost him his command and his career. Yet even with this victory he knows his enemy still holds the upper hand in a ten year war that has nearly crippled and drained the resources of the Home World planets. He believes their final push for invasion of Home World space is imminent, and without a new resolve, it could be their last hurrah.

Walt Disney is an American hero--the creator of Mickey Mouse, and a man who changed the face of American culture. After years of research, with the full cooperation of the Disney family and access to private papers and letters, Bob Thomas produced the definitive biography of the man behind the legend--the unschooled cartoonist from Kansas City who went bankrupt on his first movie venture but became the genius who produced unmatched works of animation. Complete with a rare collection of photographs, Bob Thomas'' biography is a fascinating and inspirational work that captures the spirit of Walt Disney.

From Mickey Mouse to Hercules

The best way to learn how to navigate change successfully is to look at practical examples of change management programmes. Organizational Change Explained shares stories and insights from experienced change practitioners so professionals can reflect on their own work, respond critically to what others have done, and take away new tools and techniques to apply to their own change management practice. The book includes a range of cases from different sectors and countries including GlaxoSmithKline and the NHS to offer insights no matter the scale of the change management programme. Organized around central themes such as shaping and design, change leadership, and communication and engagement, Organizational Change Explained presents each case alongside an introduction, conclusion, list of key learning points, questions for reflection and sources of further reading. The book is invaluable to anyone tasked with leading or managing change within their teams, projects, departments or divisions, whether at local level or across geographic locations, countries and cultures.

“Let''s Dance” is a fantastic vintage guide to social dancing. It has step-by-step instructions for a variety of traditional dances, as well chapters on history, popularity, general remarks, and much more. This volume is highly recommended for novices and veteran dancers looking to expand their repertoire. Contents include: “From Polka to Mambo – The History of Social Dancing in America”, “On Your Mark, Get Set – Preparing to dance... Simplest Exercises”, “Everybody Does the Foxtrot – The Stance for Dancing... Learning Rhythm... Foxtrot charts”, “Waltzing is Wonderful – The Origins... Waltz Charts”, “Let''s Go Latin – Samba... Rumba... Mambo”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on dance.

The incredible stories in this book first appeared between 1957 and 1960-when Elvis was at his peak of popularity-in the pages of "Movieland" magazine and its successor, "Movieland and TV Time" magazine, and in "The Elvis Presley Story." Learn about Elvis''s boyhood, his rise to fame, his influences, his lifestyle, his generosity, and much more. Includes: The Fantastic Life of Elvis Presley The Woman Behind Elvis The Man Behind Elvis "Everything Sure Is C-r-a-z-y!" The Story Elvis Doesn''t Want Told Why Elvis Is Often Lonely Elvis Personally Answers His Critics Things You Never Knew About Elvis

From Marceline to the Magic Kingdom. Award-winning Associate Press reporter Bob Thomas'' original biography of Walt Disney is fast-moving and insightful - the perfect introduction to Walt for readers of all ages.

When a Russian bomber collides with an American fighter over the coast of Alaska, memories of anxiety and fear are resurrected and the new world order is threatened. In a plot fueled by blackmail, money and treachery, the old guard threatens a new cold war and Edwin Kiger, the President of the United States is forced to contemplate a decision not faced in a generation. Tensions have reached a breaking point. Is...this...war?

The Nome Kennel Club was founded ostensibly to sponsor races as a way to settle the never-ending dispute over who owned the best dogs. The club s rules for participation led to a greater respect for and care of sled dogs in a way that, until recently, had yet to be fully appreciated. That Leonhard Seppala and his Siberians became the ambassadors carrying the Nome Kennel Club s humane dog care message from Nome to New England was inevitable nice-looking, calm, friendly dogs who adored their driver and a charismatic man who loved his dogs.

Hello my name is Bob and welcome to my book. In this book I will be telling you all of my greatest secrets that I have learnt in casinos dealing to the players from 1/2 USD to the highest stakes imaginable. The topics of the book that I will cover are as follows 1.Developing a correct mindset for poker In this chapter I will detail what should be the correct mindset of a poker player right from the initial stage of selecting a table, stakes, a game, the correct expectations, being aware of the transactions costs like rake and other expenditures, and more. This is crucial because most players today lack this information and set themselves up for failure and a cascade of losses. I will also be sharing several secrets for example when a player plays at a stake that is meaningless in form of money to him, he is already winning. And a player who is playing at a stake in which money means dearly to him he is already begun losing. The cause is when a person plays with a thing dear to him he is actually gambling and cannot play the game as skillfully if he had been playing at a stake that was unimportant. 2.The Truth About Casino Side Games You already know it but I will be sharing several secrets for example. When you play in casino side games for example Black Jack you can become tilted when you lose an amount significant to you and you can end up donating even more money, people have blown all their pay checks and tax refunds the same day due to tilt. Hence it is important to not go to casinos with your debit cards or credit cards, otherwise you can get in a gambling trap and lose a lot of money quickly. Casinos know that most people will quit after they go on a heater but will continue playing when losing, hence they can offer players free rooms, drinks and even food. 3.The Biggest Secret In this I will share with you what exactly takes to turn from a Fish to a Super Pro! 4.Tournament Secrets Ok most now already know the M Ratio and Q Ratio. Do you really know what it takes to be a consistent winner like a top WSOP money maker? 5.Pot Limit Omaha Secrets The secrets that I am going to tell you will prevent you from making a lot of mistakes and help you learn how the game should be played, how you can take advantage of the freerolls that are in this game. 6.No Limit Hold''em Secrets Do you as a player always put money when you are ahead and your opponent is a 4 to 1 dog, if not then you are losing money. Still there is lot of hope for you because by learning these secrets you will be playing when you are way ahead, be avoiding the marginal situations and will be crushing the donks for thousands of dollars every month at your local casinos. Sounds fun? 7.Hand Reading and Constructing Ranges Like A Boss This is important Phil Hellmuth once said that he made 20 million dollars because of hand reading, he actually has made 20 million dollars and he does hand read. 8.Is Poker Gambling? The truth from a poker dealer!

An essential text for the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Business Taxation). This clear, easy-to-read text is written closely to the syllabus and covers the 2012/13 tax year (Finance Act 2012). We understand that the AAT plan to assess this legislation from January 2013 to March 2014. Tutors and students are advised to check this with the AAT.

An essential text for the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Business Taxation). This clear, easy-to-read text is written closely to the syllabus and covers the 2011/12 tax year (Finance Act 2011). We understand that the AAT plan to assess this legislation from March 2012 to March 2013. Tutors and students are advised to check this with the AAT.

"Crump"--the name of a larger-than-life high-school football coach in Nebraska in the 1960''s, whose leadership skills propelled a cohesive but wary group of boys into manhood, providing them with tools and memories for a lifetime

An essential text for the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Personal Taxation). This clear, easy-to-read text is written closely to the syllabus and contains Case Studies, Key Terms, Questions and answers.

Step By Step Pictures And Diagrams By America''s Greatest Dance Team, Plus The True Backstage Story Of The Champions'' Rise To Fame.

DVD is titled "Train your dog" and includes training exercises and tips.

An essential text for the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting (Business Taxation). This text contains practice examinations with answers, helping the student to prepare for the exam.