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Discworld volume 30
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 18
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Arch-swindler Moist Van Lipwig never believed his confidence crimes were hanging offenses-until he found himself with a noose tightly around his neck, dropping through a trapdoor, and falling into-a government job? By all rights, Moist should have met his maker. Instead, it's Lord Vetinari, supreme ruler of Ankh-Morpork, who promptly offers him a job as Postmaster. Since his only other option is a nonliving one, Moist accepts the position-and the...
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Funny, clever, surreal, and thought-provoking, this Kafkaesque masterpiece introduces the unforgettable Bjorn, an exceptionally meticulous office worker striving to live life on his own terms. Bjorn is a compulsive, meticulous bureaucrat who discovers a secret room at the government office where he works--a secret room that no one else in his office will acknowledge. When Bjorn is in his room, what his co-workers see is him standing by the wall and...
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"Challenging, rewarding, and well-paying, firefighting is a terrific career choice. But before they join the ranks of one of the nation's most admired occupations, applicants must pass a rigorous exam. With 5 total practice exams, this guide provides the most thorough and up-to-date preparation available. Featuring the latest information and advice about each step of the selection process, physical test, and oral interview, this guide offers a detailed,...
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This guide offers what every candidate preparing for a Civil Service Exam is looking for--powerful practice. Packed with EIGHT full-length practice tests--the most exams available on the market--Civil Service Exams: Power Practice offers the comprehensive preparation needed to succeed on the exam and secure a job.
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2023.
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Blake Hudson is a Justice Department lawyer assigned to a clandestine counterterrorist group created to bypass onerous legal requirements. After the group mysteriously disbands, Hudson becomes the scapegoat and is transformed from hunter to hunted. As he searches for answers and attempts to piece the puzzle together, people are following him, trying to kill him.
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2018.
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Going "outside the wire" -- military lingo for leaving the safety of a base -- has taught Jason Kander to take risks and make change rather than settling for the easy option. After you've volunteered to put your life on the line with and for your fellow Americans in Afghanistan, cynical politics and empty posturing back home just feel like an insult.
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Even the most dedicated, competent government managers can feel overwhelmed when it comes to motivating and managing their employees. And while they strive for excellence in themselves and in their team, many feel that stringent and convoluted regulations mean their hands are tied when it comes to developing their people. but the truth is that with the right strategies and skills, you can inspire superior performance from your employees - both consistently...
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Master the Police Officer Exam offers thorough preparation for anyone looking for a career in law enforcement. This comprehensive guide provides 5 full-length practice tests, thorough review of question types on the written test, along with tips for the oral board interview, video-based exam, and psychological evaluation. Also includes up-to-date information on eligibility requirements, the screening process, and job applications along with a sample...
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The meaning of public services will be realized only when the integrity In public services are to be maintained. The problem of corruption in the developing countries retards the development of Nations and more efforts are being taken now a days by the Governments to remove corruption. This introductory book examines Lokayukta in Maharashtra at its micro level as well as ombudsman system in India at centre as well as in Indian States at macro level....
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Passing the test to become a corrections officer just got easier with the updated and revised Corrections Officer Exam, Third Edition. This new edition features all the benefits that have helped thousands of test-takers in the past, including: Key information about the career and corrections officer selection process Three full-length practice exams with detailed explanations Review lessons in reading comprehension, writing, observation, and situational...
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About 353,000 firefighters are currently employed nationwide. Employment opportunities for firefighters are rising, and applicants should expect fierce competition. Becoming a Firefighter includes critical information on everything from what firefighters really do on the job, to how they are selected, to the types of jobs available. This book also features salary and benefit information, financial aid resources, and tips for how to succeed at the...
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California Police Officer Exam provides essential test preparation for police officer candidates throughout California. Completely revised and updated, this guide, created with the assistance of an Executive Board Member of the California Peace Officers Association includes everything to ensure success--it's like having the test in advance! Inside you will find:
• Access to THREE full-length California Police Officer Exams with detailed answer...
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Developed by experienced professionals from reputed civil services couching institutes and useful for many aspirants of Civil Services Prelim exams, General Studies – Planner provides a complete strategy to go through all stages of Civil Services exams. It includes Question Trend Analysis to understand the new pattern and updated Syllabus for UPSC civil services. Some practical Tips on Interview help to know various types of questions raised during...
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Master the Civil Service Exams offers complete test preparation for the written exam so you can pursue a government job. Math, verbal and clerical exercises, plus four full-length practice tests, build skills and confidence, while experts in the field provide an inside scoop on how to become a first-rate job candidate. You will also find up-to-date information on the civil service job market and projected areas of growth.
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This innovative new book offers what every candidate preparing for the Border Patrol Exam is looking for, powerful practice. This study program, packed with EIGHT full-length practice tests (the most exams available on the market) based on official test specifications, offers the comprehensive preparation needed to succeed on the exam and secure a job as a border patrol agent.
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Police officers are prepared for any challenge, but first they must master the police officer exam. This innovative book offers what every candidate needs-power practice. For those who may have exhausted the exams in other resources, this title is the answer. Packed with SEVEN full-length practice tests-the most exams available on the market- this title offers comprehensive preparation needed to pass the test and start a rewarding career in law enforcement....
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Battered to death with a piece of abstract sculpture titled "Reconciliation", Whitehall departmental head Sir Nicholas Clark is claimed by his colleagues to have been a fine and respected public servant cut off in his prime. Bewildered by the labyrinthine bureaucracy of Whitehall, Scotland Yard's Superintendent Jim Milton recognizes a potential ally in Clark's young Private Secretary, Robert Amiss.
Milton soon learns from Amiss how Whitehall works:...
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