El Gesticulador: Pieza Para Demagogos En Tres Actos (Spanish Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)Rodolfo Usigli (1905-1979) is not only Mexico's finest playwright, but El gesticulador (The Gesticulator 1938) is also one of his best plays. The work depicts the life of a disenchanted history professor who leaves Mexico City with his family, and returns to his hometown in northern Mexico hoping to capitalize on the upcoming gubernatorial elections. Circumstances beyond his control lead him to assume the identity of a revolutionary general by the same name, César Rubio. Amidst the confusion, he becomes the people's hero and is elected to run for governor of the state against a former acquaintance that also happens to be the town's villain. The family members play supporting roles: Elena is the dedicated wife and mother; his son Miguel is a young man distraught by his father's failures and by social hypocrisy; and his daughter Julia, is an unattractive, yet seductive young woman who idolizes her father and is interested in social and physical appearances. In a gesture typical of many of the works of the Mexican Revolution, César Rubio is killed before he gets the opportunity to win the elections. While Rubio's death gives his contender the perfect opportunity to look good by honoring the dead hero, it robs Julia of the possibility of gaining a higher social status and leaves Miguel clamoring for Truth. For her part, Elena's resigned nature and sense of dignity allow her to request nothing but her husband's body.

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An intermediate-level reader on the turbulence that followed the Mexican Revolution in 1910.

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Plain Language Pleadings Review

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(More customer reviews)This book is a must for legal writers, whether legal secretaries, legal assistants, or lawyers. Many times I have had to draft a motion or some other court document and just needed something to get me started. Voila! There it was in her book. I keep it handy at all times. Also important is her explanation of the different styles of pleadings. I've never seen it explained anywhere else. This is a godsend when a lawyer asks, "Which is the correct format?" Since I started using her book and following plain language principles, I've talked with several judges about it. They say plain language pleadings are just as "legal" as the wordy ones and when lawyers use plain language, it helps the judges plow through the daily mounds of paper they must deal with. These judges tell me that if more lawyers would read and follow Carol Ann's book, the judges would be much happier to see them in their courts!

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A must-have for all legal secretaries! Written by a legalsecretary with over 25 years of experience in the field of law, this unique,down-to-earth book shows how to avoid worthless, weighty "legalese" andsimplify legal language by thinking and writing clearly for more powerful,concise, and effective communication. The bookencourages thinking and communicating, rather than relyingtotally on forms, showing readers how to produce more powerful andpersuasive documents. Stressing the importance of writing with the readerin mind, it helps legal assistants improve their writing, improve theirthinking, and improve their product, which will in turn:improve theleal team;impress the client;improve the lawyer's image;increase the lawyer's business; and improve the legal system as a whole. For legal secretaries, lawyers, and anyone wishing toimprove their writing skills.

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Practice of Public Relations, The (11th Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using this book for about a year, as a professor teaching Public Relations. I like it, and the students always say it's a great book. It has just enough theory, plus a lot of practical application. The high point, and what students like best, is the series of case studies. There's one in each chapter, 20 in all. I know from personal experience, having spent 15 years as a "PR Man," before turning professor, that these cases are real-life examples of what to do, and especially, what not to do! Entertaining and interesting, while still being an excellent text. Much better than other books sometimes used for Public Relations courses.

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The Practice of Public Relations is an "in-your-face" book giving readers the knowledge and skills they need to know to be successful in today's world of public relations. Seitel's use of case studies, interviews, and news photos, coupled with his humorous and lucid text, brings the process to life. The 11th edition includes heavy emphasis on social media and ethics. Defining Public Relations. The History and Growth of Public Relations. Communication. Public Opinion. Management. Ethics. The Law. Research. Media Relations/Print & Broadcast. Employee Relations. Community Relations. Government Relations. Consumer Relations. International Relations. Public Relations Writing. Writing for the Eye and Ear. Integrated Marketing Communication. Public Relations and Social Media. Crisis Management. Launching a Career. A useful, up-to-date reference for Public Relations professionals.

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