Seven Sketchbooks of Vincent Van Gogh (Painters & Sculptors)

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The importance of drawing for Van Gogh

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Seven Sketchbooks of Vincent Van Gogh (Painters & Sculptors)
Johann Van Der Wolk
Manufacturer: Norton*(ww Norton Co
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Impressionism | Schools, Periods & Styles | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 050009182X

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The importance of drawing for Van Gogh.......2007-06-03

Besides the reproductions of Vincent's drawings. This book goes into the craft of making sketchbooks: How pages are organized. Sewing the bindings.The construction of the cover.There are a plethora of books on making sketchbooks in the past few years. But, this book is a double whammy. It not only contains intimate information on VanGogh's work in drawing,but has this explicit information about the craft of the books. He had a compartment in the rear of the book to keep notes.Of all of the books I own on sketchbooks this book is the most valuable.It shows how valuable sketchbooks were to an artist that seemed as though he would never master the basics of drawing . But, become one of the greatest draftsman of all time.The modest price on this book is money well spent

What a glimpse..........2005-07-19

Both the text and the images in this book are priceless -- the photos of the actual sketchbooks of Van Gogh evoke a feeling that right here, inside these small books, is a map of the process of an artistic genius. The end section that shows some of the sketches next to finished works is a great illustration of that exact process.

The essays and description of the reconstruction of these sketchbooks was both interesting and scholarly. Good reference for art historians and artists alike.

The Seven Sketchbooks of Vincent Van Gogh: A Facsimile Edition

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The Seven Sketchbooks of Vincent Van Gogh: A Facsimile Edition
Johannes Van der Wolk
Manufacturer: Abrams
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000IMPIY8

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Men of Style: The Zoli Guide for the Total Man
Donald C. Richardson
Manufacturer: Villard
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: 0679412115
Release Date: 1992-10-13

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Men of Style : The Zoli Guide for the Total Man
Donald Richardson
Manufacturer: Random House Adult Trade Publishing Group
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000V2ILEO

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Ten years ago, Madman hit the comics scene like a quick, Three Stooges-style jab to the eye. Armed with a yo-yo and a slightly left-of-center attitude, Frank Einstein is Snap City's most impressive masked crime fighter. In fact, he's kind of the only one! In this wacky debut, meet the whole eccentric cast of characters from the goofy genius, Dr. Flem to the despicably evil Mr. Mondstadt. And, of course, don't forget Joe, the love of Frank Einstein's life. This fearless beauty is the only one who sees past Madman's hideously disfigured face to the person within, and wants to know the true story of how Frank Einstein became Madman! Long out-of-print, Madman: The Oddity Odyssey is a seminal work of graphic literature, bridging the gaps of mainstream superhero mythos and the no-holds-barred world of independent, creator-driven comics. Oni Press is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of this amazing comic book by returning it to its original glory.

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Absolutley Fantastic!!!.......2003-08-03

Words fail me on just how brilliant the Allred's 'Madman' stories are.
If you like intelligent, witty, surreal and at times touching stories than pick up these books while you still can.
Make sure you read them in order and you will be rewarded with one of the most enlightening experiences you can possible get from a comic book.

Surreal Genius.......2003-03-27

This collection is an excellent introduction to the bizarre world of Madman. Mike Allred delivers a brilliant homage to classic sixties "silver-age" super heroes with all the staple campness and heavy melodrama but with enough early nineties indy-comic irony to keep it all in check. Allred's pop-arty drawing style is a perfect fit for the story and anyone familar with his recent work on X-force/X-statix should feel right at home. Everything about the book is pure manic fun right down to the dancing Madman flip-book animation that runs along the bottom of each page.

Great and Unique.......2003-01-12

This book was my first introduction to Madman, as it is in fact a collection of the first few issues of the (at the time very independant) series by Mike Allred. I just loved this book so much that I continued to follow the character and subsequent volumes, but none ever captured the same unique, bizarre specialness of this first adventure. The art is very cool but presented in black and white but don't let that prevent you from checking it out. It's a wonderfully kooky, charming and entertaining piece of storytelling. Funny and original.

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Crazy Boogaloo
A pleasure
Madman is one of the best comics out in the marketplace.
Madman is quite possibly the best comic out there right now

Madman: The Oddity Odyssey
Mike Allred
Manufacturer: Kitchen Sink Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Crazy Boogaloo.......2000-06-20

All too often, the creative talents behind comics waste their energies trying to put out what they believe the public wants to read. But the best work comes when one writes from the heart, and few do this better than Mike Allred. Madman is a hero like no other, and his charming, witty, and above all sincere journey of self-discovery will captivate you from beginning to end. The art--what can I say--it's great! A must-own.

A pleasure.......1999-08-08

All books by Mike Allred (perticularly this origional Madmanstory arc) are simply a pleasure to read. Allred takes comics back toit's roots and builds from there. My favorite way of describing it is simplicicity at it's most brilliant. Never mind any of that over-produced crap that's popular now (Spawn, anyone?), this comic is actually enjoyable to read and look at. It makes comics fun again. It even smells good!

Madman is one of the best comics out in the marketplace........1998-09-26

Mike Allred is a master of his trade. Not only is his work funny, but for those of you you who are hard-core super hero fans, this book will blow you away. Not only that but there's a picture of Mike's wife, and let's just say this, "Mike, your a lucky man (: )"

Madman is quite possibly the best comic out there right now.......1997-11-26

Madman is great. It's funny, deep, and a great read. It's a comic book in every sense of the word; that is to say that Michael Allred combines words and pictures better than anyone (the only one that gives him a run for his money is Jeff Smith). The Oddity Odyssey is an instant classic that belongs in everyone's collection.

Oddity Odyssey :Madman 01 1ST Edition Thus

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Oddity Odyssey :Madman 01 1ST Edition Thus
Mike Allred
Manufacturer: TUNDRA PUBLISHING LTD
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000Q0S4OI

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David Brenner got it right when, after September 11, he booked himself for a nationwide tour because "if one can laugh, one can live." Take a brek fromw ar, plummeting stocks, and CEO's with a "What? Who me?" attitude and lighten up. Spend an hour with some of the funniest people around. With great intelligence, sharp wit, and a keen grasp of the ridiculous in the human condition, these humorists stand ready to give you a reality check upside the head. This value-priced humor collection includes prime selections from top comedians. From Oh, The Things I Know!, Al Franken is happy to lay out "The Mistakes You'll Keep Repeating!" George Carlin, in selections from Napalm and Silly Putty, expounds on everything from funny foods to why one should travel with Flintstone vitamins. From I Think There's a Terrorist in My Soup, David Brenner's observations on love and sex shed new light on the absurdities of modern life. Margaret Cho gives us a hilarious rendition of her childhood in selections from I'm the One That I Want. And Amy Sedaris, Paul Dinello and Stephen Colbert team up in selections from Wigfield to bring us Russell Hokes, a famous writer whose main qualifications are using action words, juggling, and turning out Best Sellers. A must-have humor collection that will make life--and your daily drive--a little sweeter. Humor; 1 hour on 1 cd

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It's not funny.......2005-08-09

There are 5 pieces on here, 2 of them - by Franken and Colbert - are a little humourous, the other 3 are just awful. It's hard to understand why this ever got recorded.

All except one!.......2004-05-03

The only funny track is the first one by Steven Colbert, the guy from The Daily Show. His sarcasm and satire is gut busting! However, the rest are a waste of time.

Disappointment.......2003-12-30

I was incredibly disappointed in this audiobook. There are well known comedians listed on the cover, leading you to believe it will be good, but it is the WORST bits from each. Margaret Cho is painful to listen to, George Carlin's section is embarrassingly horrible, and I've heard Al Frankin's a million times. SO dissappointing!

Aldrich Family Waste Paper Drive and Fruitcake (2 stories, Audio CD) Oldtime Radio Shows

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Aldrich Family Waste Paper Drive and Fruitcake (2 stories, Audio CD) Oldtime Radio Shows

Manufacturer: Radio Revival
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000TINNHU

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This is an Audio CD of The Aldrich Family, an oldtime radio show from the 1940's. If you love a good comedy, you'll love these. Here are the exciting episodes on this disc: Waste Paper Drive Fruitcake This is an audio CD, so it will play on a standard cd player such as what you have in your car or home. No special equipment needed other than a CD player. This listing is in compliance with existing copyright laws and Amazon's policies. These are public domain oldtime radio shows legally produced by our company.

Gas--Drive In : A high-powered comedy-romance that hits on every cylinder [Gas Drive In]

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Gas--Drive In : A high-powered comedy-romance that hits on every cylinder [Gas Drive In]
E J Rath , Edith Rathbone Jacobs Brainerd , and J Chauncey Corey Brainerd
Manufacturer: Grosset & Dunlap Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000NQ1HVC

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Gas--drive in: A high-powered comedy-romance that hits on every cylinder
E. J Rath
Manufacturer: G. Howard Watt
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B000879XV2

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Get Off the Phone and Drive!

Manufacturer: Wildstone Audio
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000GYZQSG

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Comedy songs and stand-up. Skits include Mobile Home Man, and Surfing with Woody. Fifteen tracks.

Three Times a Bridesmaid/Drive-by Wedding - DD#15 (Double Delights, #15)

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Three Times a Bridesmaid/Drive-by Wedding - DD#15 (Double Delights, #15)

Manufacturer: Hard Shell Word Factory
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0759906149

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Three Times a Bridesmaid: Sarah Sullivan Winslow Jones, struggling artist, is getting married - for the third time. And who best to be her bridesmaid again but her elder sister, divorce lawyer Maddy Sullivan. Drive-by Wedding: Some people get jilted at the altar. But not Sheena Douglas. She gets jilted the morning after her wedding, when her new husband, Kane Ramsey, mysteriously checks out of their honeymoon suite and disappears. Five months later, Kane rushes back into her life again, with the force of a tornado, determined to win her back at any cost...

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Gas-Drive In A High-Powered Comedy-Romance That Hits On Every Cylinder
Rath E.J.
Manufacturer: Grosset & Dunlap
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000UCQHU0

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Great Role-Playing Game! A true alternative to d20!

The Dark Eye: Basic Rules (FPR10450) (Dark Eye)
Fanpro
Manufacturer: FanPro
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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The Dark Eye: World Of Aventuria (FPR15002) (Dark Eye)

The Secret of the Blue Tower and Witching Hours (Dark Eye)

ASIN: 1932564020
Release Date: 2003-06-01

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The Dark Eye is based on the brand-new fourth edition of Das Schwarze Auge, Germany's premier fantasy role-playing game since 1983. The world of Aventuria awaits you! This core rulebook allows you to play a character chosen from a background of 8 cultures and 12 professions. It includes a detailed yet easy attribute and skill system, a quick combat system and the basic rules for sorcery. It also features a short primer on Aventurian geography, politics, history and religion, as well as 8 archetypal characters for easy access to an endless world where fantasy and reality meet.

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Great Role-Playing Game! A true alternative to d20!.......2003-10-21

This game is just great. This is an exciting European role-playing game with historical touch.

To find out more, I recommend: http://www.thedarkeye.net

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And Dignity for All is about leading with values, leading by example, and - in so doing - unleashing the astonishing commitment and innovation that are buried within your organization right now. Discover how Jim Despain and his colleagues used values-base

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A Community of Butterflies in East Peoria.......2003-07-20

We all know that what we (really really) believe and believe in determines what our values are; they in turn determine at least our conscious behavior. (It is human nature to resent being required to act against our beliefs and our values. Some people have died rather than doing so.) If you agree with me so far, then perhaps you will agree that the meaning of "values-based leadership" depends almost entirely on what a given leader believes. Moreover, her or his leadership behavior will be determined by those values. They could include greed, arrogance, and contempt for others or generosity, humility, and respect for others. All this seems pretty basic, indeed obvious to me. Throughout history, the range of leaders is wide and diverse. Evil leaders in the 20th century obviously include Hitler and Stalin. Other leaders contemporary with them obviously include Churchill. All three had very strong beliefs, were committed to quite specific values, and behaved accordingly. I mention all this by way of suggesting the context of the remarks which follow.

What we have here is a profile-narrative (rather than a biography) which focuses on the life and career of James Despain up to, of course, the completion of this book's manuscript. Like most of those who read this book, Despain's parents and childhood experiences had a significant impact on his values as he worked his way through the Caterpillar organization, rising to a senior-level executive position while marrying and then starting a family along the way. Of special interest and value to me are the the lessons he learned during his attempts to change the culture of the workplace in which he and his associates struggled to achieve the objective set for them by management. In time, he became an important part of the same management structure (in and of itself a culture resistant to change) and learned other lessons from his involvement with it.

The Appendix (pages 189-198) offers a series of summaries of key points. As Despain learned to his dismay, frustration, and occasional disappointment, it is far easier to formulate lists such as "Our Common Values" and "Our Common Values Leadership Guide" than it is to (a) achieve a consensus of agreement on the points listed, (b) effectively engage everyone in a collaborative commitment to the values, and finally (c) to sustain that shared commitment over an extended period of time, especially when there are serious problems to be solved. My own rather extensive experience with culture change has convinced me (and perhaps Despain) that the single greatest barrier is what Jim O'Toole characterizes as "the ideology of comfort and the tyranny of custom."

Although there are no cutting-edge ideas in this book, it does offer a comprehensive explanation of how and why effective leadership focuses on people; also and more importantly, how and why the process of value-based leadership -- if the values affirm trust, mutual respect, teamwork, empowerment, prudent risk taking, a sense of urgency, continuous improvement, and commitment to the highest quality of customer service -- can enable any organization (regardless of size or nature) to achieve "unbelievable, sustainable performance and the personal joy it brings." I agree with Despain that value-based leadership so defined can thus unlock greatness in every individual and thereby ensure dignity for all.

Those who share my high regard for this book are urged to check out David Maister's Practice What You Preach: What Managers Must Do to Achieve a High Achievement Culture, O'Toole's Leading Change: The Argument for Values-Based Leadership, Ronald Heifetz's Leadership Without Easy Answers, and Danny Cox's Leadership When the Heat's On (Second Edition).

Should-be-required-reading.......2003-06-20

First when our children are young we read them "The Little Engine That Could". This book, "And Dignity For All", is the adult version of that inspirational classic. This book should be required reading for every high school student. This knowledge could help everyone through life.

mailed fist, velvet glove, and.......2003-06-17

Having read this howler twice, three points must be mentioned:
One, the author suffers from "water walker complex"; all of the great achievements belong to he, and his followers; everyone else is simply a bit player in a supporting role.
Two, the author discovered "Japanese management" - a synonym for worker/management unity in the shared value of profitability - works, especially in Japan. This, more than anything else, was responsible for the Japanese productivity miracle, which seems to have gone flat.
Three, the author discovered you can do miracles with cheap, unskilled, foreign labor - "excellencia" - if they can be trained to do things your way. Caterpillar's Mexican plant epitomized what it seems Despain wanted for Caterpillar's manufacturing - 1920's labor laws, with 1990's manufacturing technology.
Despain's silence is telling. The strike he refers to was only one of a series of historically brutal strikes that broke the back of the UAW at Caterpillar. "My way, or the highway..."

What does Caterpillar think of Despain's program?

There's no mention whatsoever of Despain's program - or Despain - on Caterpillar's corporate website, and rightly so.

This book misses more boats than Antarctica.

"Manangement" has quickly evolved past Despain's childish programs, and his "my way or the highway" management style; his book is like reading Taylor on management.

The serious, substantive issues this book avoids are deal with in great stories, told in great detail, in other books. For the cutting edge, look to Ricardo Semler's "Maverick," which scares business faculties, and consultants, to death. Read Chapter 24, and realize the extent to which your organization chart puts the cart of form before the horse of substance. Amazon has it.

For the workable balance between worker responsibility, and corporate productivity, get Jack Stack's books, "The Great Game of Business," and "A Stake In The Outcome." Amazon has them.

THESE books discuss complex issues in clear, honest terms. They even have a philosophy, and a "Great Game Of Business" website. An outfit called DIALOG, which posted on Amazon under "Books" - search for "balanced scorecard," and their ad comes up - makes great, easy to use, Balanced Scorecard software. This software does a tremendous job of modeling the dynamic problems businesses face.

Get these books - and this software - and leave Despain in the past.

James E. Despain was a Body Guarded, Union Busting Dictator.......2003-06-10

In my opinion, You should "BUY THIS BOOK" because this is a "GREAT BOOK" of what "Should and Could be", and an Excellent "LIFE VALUES (Common Values) BASED Leadership Book". However, it DOES NOT portray True Facts of how Despain managed the East Peoria Plant, are "Nothing" like what Despain said in the book and my facts can be verified and backed up. Throughout this entire book, it talks about "Excellencia Performances and Situations", supposedly, managed by a Great People Person Leader (Despain), of which the East Peoria Plant was managed exactly the opposite. In East Peoria it was "Despain's Way" or "The Highway". I really believe Despain wanted the East Peoria Plant operated in a "Fair and have Dignity for All, Environment", yet Despain ruled as Iron Fisted Dictator with such a ferocious fist, that if you got in his way, his "AX" beheaded the best and the brilliant. It was truly "Despain's (his) Way or the Highway".

In Chapter 16, "The Struggle is On", Despain never mentions the "Breaking of the Union". Despain was --"Well Noted"-- for breaking the back of the Union in East Peoria by hiring Vance Security Guards during the strike and having 2 - 4 body guards most of the time (24-hours a day) during the 17 month 1994-1995 Union strike, and these Thugs continued to body guard him after the strike was over?? He even had guards at his house!!! These guys looked like HULK HOGAN!! This was not even mentioned in the book!! These body guards, along with around 200 other thugs hired by Caterpillar, Inc., intimidated, threatened and used bodily force to FORCE the Union People to COOPERATE in the 1994-1995 strike. Why didn't he mention the Thugs in his book, he helped hire them?? If everything was the way the book portrayed, why did he need protection? Vice President Robert Dryden did not ever have any body guards, to my knowledge, and Mr. Dryden managed manufacturing bldg's & shops, adjacent to Mr. Despain's shops, in the same East Peoria Plant in Building KK.

I believe this book reflected Bob Gordon's feelings and it is Bob Gordon who was the "Brilliant One" that Originated "The Common Values", Despain even admits this in "Gordo's Group Vision" on page 135-136. I should know, I worked for both of them. Gordon wanted to exemplify, bring out and identify the Brilliant, the Individual Thinkers, Entrepreneurs, Self Starters, and truly your Future Leaders and Superstars. But what actually took place, was opposite of this book. I believe Despain used this tactic, of the "Common Values", by this despotic dictator, to "Identify or Bring out the names of these free thinkers and individuals so he could eliminate and dispose of, what he thought was, his foes, as he broke the Union and all the free spirit of which he was trying to promote!

The descriptions and representations, throughout this book, are figments of a man's imagination, and are truly "NOT" representative of what actually took place within the walls of the East Peoria Plant, but what kind of place Despain wanted, in my opinion.

On pages 136, 191 and many others it talks of "Risk Taking" and mistakes should not be punished but made learning experiences. If his feelings toward Risk Taking were like he said in his book, why would he terminate an employee after this employee saved him an annual $1,000,000.00 cost savings/reductions by re-writing his computer manufacturing complexes in the East Peoria Tractor facility. These Common Values and value-based leaderships, described in his material, are "Great" if they are in the proper hands, however, they were never implemented, as far as I could see.

I was in the middle of my Residency for my Ph.D. at the U of I, with five classes to go, when he fired me, with no warning, no meeting, no conversation, no nothing! Is this the "Common Values" and "Values Leadership" that Despain talks about in his book? Despain, says, "There should never be any punishment for making a mistake"!! Isn't termination punishment?? Despain never one time talked with me or told me I was doing poorly, let alone enough to terminate me, because he gave me free rein to do what I thought best, just like the 1 million dollar cost savings.

Is this what Despain meant when he said we were given the freedom to do what we thought we needed to do, then terminate you without any communication, after 22 years of service to Caterpillar? These "Common Values" were ONLY COMMON to Despain!!

I felt Mr. Despain was A "True Iron Fisted", "My Way or the Highway" Despotic Dictator. I give this book 1 Star for its intent to promote "Common Values", but it truly has many "Fictional Parts"!

Recommended Book For Job-Seekers.......2003-06-04

The uniqueness of this book is how Jim Despain shares his career journey ? warts and all. It makes a great motivational read as it candidly highlights his fears in picking up a skill to not even getting his commission. He does not just spouse out management concepts; he lives his beliefs. It is surprising how down to earth he comes across. There are a few sections that are particularly memorable:

1) How Jim?s dad shot?s their family Dalmatian in the head -; the phrase ?break the rules, pay the price? really stands out
2) How Jim stands up against the union because he believes in achieving his full abilities

As a career counselor, I feel that this book is suitable for all job-seekers as it speaks out their deepest fears and rejoices their career high. It is like a career journal and is a must read for all."

Colin Ong TS...

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And Dignity for All: Unlocking Greatness with Values-Based Leadership
Jane Bodman Converse, Ken Blanchard James E. Despain
Manufacturer: FT Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OIFI4Q

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